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August 13th 2010 16:01
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The powers that be at Major League Baseball may very well want to take a look at The Boston Red sox in the off-season for unfair practices. While most of Bostons competition has been playing this season by fielding 14-18 players, the Red Sox have fielded up to 34 different players over the course of the season, resting many All-Star players by virtue of injuries and placing them on the DL. Now that the last third of the 2010 season is upon them, miraculously these players are stepping in almost without missing a beat.
The Sox very plucky resolve during an injury-plagued season has been seen by some as miraculous. To this observer, when one steps back, the pieces are plainly obvious and resemble an early 70s Newman/Redford movie. To wit:
The Bait: New Red Sox team starts terribly slow, compiling a .500 record after 40 games, one-quarter of the season. This lulls some of the competition into thinking, hey, maybe the Sox just dont have the right combination of players this year; a notion that seems laughable in hindsight.
The Test: The Red Sox start piecing it together immediately after a blown save in the first game of a two-game series with the Yankees. Unknown names such as Nava, McDonald, Hall, Hermida, Doubront, Bowden, Brown, Patterson all start to contribute strongly to the winning ways of the team. From this point, the Red Sox compile the best record in MLB, including the post-all-Star swoon due to injuries. Of note should be that this team, designed as a pitching and defensive behemoth, proves to be the number one offense in baseball, often compensating for both on-field and on-mound miscues. Similar to the steroid era being so obvious in hindsight, it is this point which should ring the bell for league officials to start inspecting the overuse and rotation of players.
The Hook: Post All-Star Game, the plan goes full throttle. Players start dropping like flies; a rag-tag bunch of journeyman do an admirable job of not losing too much ground, but at this point, to every observer, the handwriting is on the wall. Water will reach its own level. Its just not Bostons year. What slips by the watchful eye of most, is that the pitching is now starting to improve. Beckett comes back and every game, save that in New York, is a gem. Lackey, following that same Big Apple dip, is very similar. Their number 5 starter Dice-K has stats that resemble those of a number one or two for most other teams. Let the records show, that on Wednesday, August 11, against a Toronto team that stole the lunch money of the Rays and fought the Yankees well, were beaten by the Sox worse than a minor leaguer who touches Adrian Beltres head. Well almost as badly.
The Sting: The pitching is on, the shaky mid-relief is buoyed by the resurgence of Manny Delcarmen and the new-role pitching of Misters Doubront and Bowden in relief has subtly taken a toe-hold on the cliff of the AL East. As of August 12, the team is on the cusp of adding a well-rested warhorse in Dustin Pedroia. Beltre is still hitting on his seasons pace. Lowrie is proving well-disciplined at the plate and available to spell a season-worn Scutaro. In his first game sitting behind the plate for Victor Martinez, Saltalamacchia doubled and threw out a runner at second. While the pitching and defense of the Red Sox has raised its game, quietly, the hitting is showing signs of the mid-May-June run of earlier. With the Boston team current composition as of this printing, the Red Sox are unfairly the best team in baseball in overall batting and pitching.
The Epilogue: It remains to be seen if this works out for the Boston Red Sox, but in future years, Major League Baseball would do well to keep a finger tightly grasped on the pulse of teams roster moves, as this looks to be very much bush-league gamesmanship. While possibly within the letter of the law, there is no way a proving-to-be superior team should be allowed to take up to 5 All-Stars and 2 Cy Young vote-getting pitchers and place them on the shelf to rest, while the competition burns the midnight oil through the dog-days of summer.
The strategy of getting by while not heavily taxing your best players was best seen recently being purportedly employed by another storied franchise of The Hub, the Boston Celtics. When reached for comment, Danny Ainge seemed to not know a thing about any copycat resting techniques the same Danny Ainge that was employed by the Toronto Blue Jays prior to his Celtic life on the parquet.
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The relationship levees have with natural systems is complex. Without judgment as to the wisdom of levees, the simple truth is that levees are a part of the nation's existing flood risk management system, helping to protect thousands of lives and billions of dollars worth of critical infrastructure. As such, their continued and timely maintenance is imperative. However, in doing so, there can be environmental impacts that cannot be ignored.
While levees and their maintenance can result in negative environmental effects (e.g., cutting off the river from its floodplain, altering the natural hydrology of the area by reducing recharge of aquifers, preventing seasonal overbank flooding that can provide needed nutrients to soils, and enabling increased development that can lead to destruction of ecologically important riparian and coastal ecosystems such as wetlands and marsh), it is often these same levees that protect critical infrastructure such as wastewater treatment plants and drinking water filtration plants, which have been located in floodplains in proximity to surface waters. Levees prevent flood waters from overwhelming such structures, thereby safeguarding potable water supplies and preventing release of sewage and other pollutants into the surrounding fragile ecosystem.
The National Committee on Levee Safety believes that a balance between public safety and environmental stewardship can and must be struck — the two fundamental needs have to be brought into harmony.
Some of the questions the Committee believes are essential to consider include:
Part of the challenge is due to the age of levees — many of the nation's levees were developed, and the operations and maintenance requirements established, before the passage of current environmental protection laws such as the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act. Further, as engineering and environmental sciences both advance, the interaction between levees and the ecosystem in which they operate is better understood.
For levees to perform adequately and reliably, it is essential to perform maintenance and rehabilitation activities before a project becomes functionally impaired or failures begin. Due to shifting legal and regulatory requirements, some levee operators have experienced difficulties obtaining the necessary permits to perform needed operations and maintenance activities on levees or feel like they cannot address deficiencies in a timely manner.
Vegetation on levees is one well recognized area of contradictory information. Vegetation such as trees and shrubs could, in some cases, compromise the structural integrity of levees by providing pathways for seepage, destabilizing soils, and impeding the ability for levee operators to inspect the levee and conduct needed emergency operations. At the same time, such vegetation can be necessary for the survival of some aquatic and terrestrial species, providing shade that lowers water temperatures or habitat for threatened or endangered species. Waterside vegetation may also be beneficial to the structure itself, in some cases, by providing erosion protection or discouraging burrowing animals.
In order to better harmonize these perspectives and ensure that the protection of human life and the environment are not unduly compromised, the Committee recommended that the National Levee Safety Program, once established, should:
Effective flood risk management involves employment of a plethora of strategies, techniques, and tools. To enable communities to make wise decisions regarding the role of levees in flood risk reduction in the future, it is necessary for us to understand fully the benefits and costs of levees in any given location. In addition to an assessment of safety to humans and the economic benefits and costs, we must understand and be able to articulate the impacts that levees have on floodplain ecosystems. We must also take an accounting of what important pollution-control benefits and natural assets levees currently help to protect. Where levees are part of the suite of activities chosen to reduce flood risk, they must perform reliably.
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With the recent passing of actor Patrick Swayze, the TV Guide Network has been airing related content this week. Tonight at 8pm ET/PT, they will be showing "Patrick Swayze: The Unseen Interview," in which the actor recounts his favorite moments from Dirty Dancing and his experiences with his fellow cast members.
In their press release, TV Guide Network says that the interview is from the special 20th Anniversary DVD edition of Dirty Dancing (the same content appears on the Blu-ray edition as well).
"A lot of people say this was a movie about the loss of innocence. And I believe it was a movie about the rediscovery of innocence," said Swayze during the interview. "Sometimes a movie encapsulates a period or a moment in all of our lives in such a way that it never dies. And I think 'Dirty Dancing' did that."
Patrick Swayze died at the age of 57 on Monday, September 14, 2009 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He appeared in 35 movies, including Dirty Dancing with Jennifer Grey and Jerry Orbach, Ghost with Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg, and Next of Kin with Liam Neeson, and received three Golden Globes, according to his IMDb profile.
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RIP Patrick Swayze. I remember seeing the movie "Ghost" when I was just in high school. Its a big loss for the movie industry. After a long battle with pancreatic cancer, the actor Patrick Swayze has passed away. He was 57 years of age. Patrick Swayze was diagnosed in 2008 with stage 4 cancer, and it metastasized to his liver. Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive forms, with less than 5% of patients surviving 5 years, most succumbing within 6 months of diagnosis. Swayze leaves behind an intimidating body of work, including smashing successes in blockbuster films, hit TV shows, and even a few highly regarded indie appearances and stage work. He will certainly be sorely missed.
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What's Really Going to Happen in 2010? A Speculative Timeline
Our well-researched, mostly responsible guide to what you'll be talking about for the entire year
QUIZ: How Much Were You Paying Attention in 2009?
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Former Treasury secretary Henry Paulson's memoir, On the Brink: Inside the Race to Stop the Collapse of the Global Financial System, hits shelves.
Paulson's Bombshell: Blew off stress by having Fight Club style brawls in a D.C. basement.
February 7:
Super Bowl XLIV is broadcast from Miami's Dolphin Stadium. The Who performs at halftime.
February 9:
Adam Haslett's first novel, Union Atlantic, is released the same day as Hot Chip's breakthrough album, One Life Stand.
The Most Important Books of the Year: Solar by Ian McEwan; The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ by Philip Pullman; Super Sad True Love Story by Gary Shteyngart; Freedom by Jonathan Franzen; Nemesis by Philip Roth; Late, Late at Night by Rick Springfield
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Dr. Oz on Scarless Surgery: "Next-generation technology like this will allow surgeons to exploit a single entry point like the belly button to conduct scar-free procedures such as gallbladder removal. The Spider System allows the surgeon to use four tentaclelike tools (including a camera) through the single entry point."
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Rove's Bombshell: Some of his best friends are gay.
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Laura's Bombshell: As a teenager, she killed a classmate in a freak car accident before having an illegal abortion administered by her grandmother's lesbian lover. (Oh, wait: That was another book.)
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Iron Man 2 arrives in theaters, with Scarlett Johansson playing a villain opposite Robert Downey Jr.
Summer Movies not Starring Scarlett: The A-Team, starring Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, and Jessica Biel (June 11); Inception, directed by Christopher Nolan, starring Leonardo DiCaprio (July 16); Salt, starring Angelina Jolie (July 23); Dinner for Schmucks, starring Zach Galifianakis, Paul Rudd, and Steve Carell (July 23); The Town, directed by Ben Affleck, starring Blake Lively (September 10).
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W.'s Bombshell: "Two people were there the whole time: Vice-President Dick Cheney and Labor Secretary Elaine Chao. People think it was Dick running the show. Let me put it this way: it wasn't Dick."
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Guys Who'll Have a Tough Month: Senator David Vitter and Senator Bob Bennett.
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Bible in Basic English (BBE) | New International Version (NIV) |
1 So you have no reason, whoever you are, for judging: for in judging another you are judging yourself, for you do the same things. | 1 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. |
2 And we are conscious that God is a true judge against those who do such things. | 2 Now we know that God's judgment against those who do such things is based on truth. |
3 But you who are judging another for doing what you do yourself, are you hoping that God's decision will not take effect against you? | 3 So when you, a mere man, pass judgment on them and yet do the same things, do you think you will escape God's judgment? |
4 Or is it nothing to you that God had pity on you, waiting and putting up with you for so long, not seeing that in his pity God's desire is to give you a change of heart? | 4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness leads you toward repentance? |
5 But by your hard and unchanged heart you are storing up wrath for yourself in the day of the revelation of God's judging in righteousness; | 5 But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God's wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. |
6 Who will give to every man his right reward: | 6 God "will give to each person according to what he has done." |
7 To those who go on with good works in the hope of glory and honour and salvation from death, he will give eternal life: | 7 To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life. |
8 But to those who, from a love of competition, are not guided by what is true, will come the heat of his wrath, | 8 But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger. |
9 Trouble and sorrow on all whose works are evil, to the Jew first and then to the Greek; | 9 There will be trouble and distress for every human being who does evil: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile; |
10 But glory and honour and peace to all whose works are good, to the Jew first and then to the Greek: | 10 but glory, honor and peace for everyone who does good: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. |
11 For one man is not different from another before God. | 11 For God does not show favoritism. |
12 All those who have done wrong without the law will get destruction without the law: and those who have done wrong under the law will have their punishment by the law; | 12 All who sin apart from the law will also perish apart from the law, and all who sin under the law will be judged by the law. |
13 For it is not the hearers of the law who will be judged as having righteousness before God, but only the doers: | 13 For it is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God's sight, but it is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous. |
14 For when the Gentiles without the law have a natural desire to do the things in the law, they are a law to themselves; | 14 (Indeed, when Gentiles, who do not have the law, do by nature things required by the law, they are a law for themselves, even though they do not have the law, |
15 Because the work of the law is seen in their hearts, their sense of right and wrong giving witness to it, while their minds are at one time judging them and at another giving them approval; | 15 since they show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts now accusing, now even defending them.) |
16 In the day when God will be a judge of the secrets of men, as it says in the good news of which I am a preacher, through Jesus Christ. | 16 This will take place on the day when God will judge men's secrets through Jesus Christ, as my gospel declares. |
17 But as for you who have the name of Jew, and are resting on the law, and take pride in God, | 17 Now you, if you call yourself a Jew; if you rely on the law and brag about your relationship to God; |
18 And have knowledge of his desires, and are a judge of the things which are different, having the learning of the law, | 18 if you know his will and approve of what is superior because you are instructed by the law; |
19 In the belief that you are a guide to the blind, a light to those in the dark, | 19 if you are convinced that you are a guide for the blind, a light for those who are in the dark, |
20 A teacher of the foolish, having in the law the form of knowledge and of what is true; | 20 an instructor of the foolish, a teacher of infants, because you have in the law the embodiment of knowledge and truth-- |
21 You who give teaching to others, do you give it to yourself? you who say that a man may not take what is not his, do you take what is not yours? | 21 you, then, who teach others, do you not teach yourself ? You who preach against stealing, do you steal? |
22 You who say that a man may not be untrue to his wife, are you true to yours? you who are a hater of images, do you do wrong to the house of God? | 22 You who say that people should not commit adultery, do you commit adultery? You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? |
23 You who take pride in the law, are you doing wrong to the honour of God by behaviour which is against the law? | 23 You who brag about the law, do you dishonor God by breaking the law? |
24 For the name of God is shamed among the Gentiles because of you, as it is said in the holy Writings. | 24 As it is written: "God's name is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you." |
25 It is true that circumcision is of use if you keep the law, but if you go against the law it is as if you had it not. | 25 Circumcision has value if you observe the law, but if you break the law, you have become as though you had not been circumcised. |
26 If those who have not circumcision keep the rules of the law, will it not be credited to them as circumcision? | 26 If those who are not circumcised keep the law's requirements, will they not be regarded as though they were circumcised? |
27 And they, by their keeping of the law without circumcision, will be judges of you, by whom the law is broken though you have the letter of the law and circumcision. | 27 The one who is not circumcised physically and yet obeys the law will condemn you who, even though you have the written code and circumcision, are a lawbreaker. |
28 The true Jew is not one who is only so publicly, and circumcision is not that which may be seen in the flesh: | 28 A man is not a Jew if he is only one outwardly, nor is circumcision merely outward and physical. |
29 But he is a Jew who is a secret one, whose circumcision is of the heart, in the spirit and not in the letter; whose praise is not from men, but from God. | 29 No, a man is a Jew if he is one inwardly; and circumcision is circumcision of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man's praise is not from men, but from God. |
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Restaurant Revisited: Something's Fishy at Joe Willy's Seafood House
by Maria Russo in Shows, April 14th, 2013Joe and Dena White, owners of Joe Willy's Seafood House in Fishkill, N.Y., looked to Robert Irvine to save not only their restaurant but their family too, as the stress of their declining business had put a load of frustration and tension between them. It was up to Robert to hone in on the most-critical issues plaguing Joe Willy's and work with his Restaurant: Impossible team to attempt to fix them in only two days and with just $10,000. He quickly learned that many of the restaurant's problems stemmed from its poor-quality food, made by Joe, the head chef, so he focused his efforts on implementing an improved menu that Joe could execute with ease. After 48 hours of renovations, Joe Willy's reopened to a dining room full of guests with Joe and Dena at the helm, now working harmoniously. We checked in with Dena a few months after the transformation to find out how Joe Willy's is doing.
Since its Restaurant: Impossible experience, the restaurant has enjoyed a significant boost in business, Dena says, explaining that "sales have tripled to quadrupled at times." Since they're now making a profit, Dena notes that it's "much easier to pay bills, rent and staff, and make improvements," and says that they've begun to catch up on their debt.
Diners and management alike have been wowed by the changes in decor in the dining room, particularly the bar that Robert added. It's perhaps one of the most-important renovations to take place at the restaurant, Dena tells us. "Not only is the bar one of the keys to our success, but it brings in extra cash." She adds that the new sign is likely responsible for drawing in first-time patrons.
Robert's custom menu, too, has garnered rave reviews from guests, who especially enjoy the Pan Seared Scallops and Shrimp Topped Salmon. Dena adds, however, that customers "were also demanding that [they] bring back items on [their] 'old' menu," so the eatery now features a combined list of offerings.
Joe has yet to pursue culinary training, but Dena tells us that he "finds himself watching Food Network almost every night when he comes home." He's embracing a more proper leadership role, delegating tasks to staff and tempering inappropriate outbursts, and recently he "got everything fixed" in the kitchen, which now features a brand-new dishwasher, according to Dena.
Dena has reduced her hours at her other job to just one shift per week, and she and Joe have enjoyed more time to themselves, as they've decreased the restaurant's operating hours. "Our decision to close for lunch Tuesday through Thursday has given us a little more time for us," she says. "We feel a little more human."
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That was one of the best makeovers I've seen on Restaurant Impossible!! Continued success!!!
Dena you are absolutely gorgeous and so are your girls! I enjoyed watching the show. Im not sure what Joe is really like, its hard to actually know since on TV they can spin things however the'd like, but he def. needs to suffer consequences of his choices. If he continues to say everything is going to be alright and its not alright for you, your girls and your sweet son then Joe is going to have to be confronted with that. Please read the book "boundaries" and have someone to talk it over with – it has helped me a lot and I couldnt stop thinking of you when I saw the show. I pray all the best for all of you!
Ate lunch there on Friday. I had seen the episode, but did not know that was where a friend was taking me. I recognized it when we went in. Sadly, there is an unpleasant odor that greets you as you walk in, and stays with you throughout the meal. The dining room looks tired, dark and dinghy. My friend & I shared the fried calamari appetizer…not crispy enough on the outside. As our main dishes, my friend had the fried clams, I had the crab cake. I don't know how the clams were, I don't eat them, and would have had nothing to compare them to. The crab cake, however, I can compare. It was over fried, and over breaded. Too crisp, unlike the calamari, and too dense. The remoulade was a tad too spicy. On the other hand, service was lovely. Of course, the restaurant was practically empty (it was a late lunch), so no one was really busy. My friend has been there several times and seems to really enjoy it. I do not live in the area, as my friend does, but, still, would not wish to return if suggested. A shame really, the renovations in the episode made it look like it would be a good dining choice.


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Ancient city west of Naples, Italy. Probably the oldest Greek mainland colony in the West, it was home to the Cumaean Sibyl, whose cavern still exists. Founded c. 750 BC by Greeks from Chalcis, it came to control much of the Campanian plain. Taken by the Samnites in the 5th century BC, it was subjugated by Rome in 338 BC. Under the empire it became a quiet country town. It was destroyed in AD 1205. Remains of fortifications and graves from all these periods have been found throughout the area.
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Jacky's Gaming Competition Season 4 – Wii Mario Kart
The three-day competition will held in Mirdiff City Center and Dubai Mall Outlets.
Entry fees: Free., Venue: Mirdiff City Center and Dubai Mall, UAE
Official website: www.itp.net/jackys-gaming-competition (turn off your ad-blocker)
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Jacky's Electronics is inviting all video game enthusiasts in the country to take part and play the all-time favourite character Mario via the Mario Kart game. Sponsored by Nintendo, and in association with ITP.net, participants will battle out one another to win a 32" TV and latest edition of Nintendo Wii console with game bundle.
The gaming competition is open for all gaming enthusiasts and everyone can register from 21st to 26th July at www.itp.net/jackys-gaming-competition or any Jacky's outlets across the UAE.
The elimination round will be held on 27th and 28th July at Jacky's outlets at Mirdif City Centre and Dubai Mall level 2 respectively from 4 to 8 pm. The final competition will be held on 30th July at Jacky' Dubai Mall level 2 outlet.
The grand winner will receive a 32" TV and Nintendo Wii console with game bundle, while the 2nd and 3rd runners-up will get a Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo Wii console with Game bundle respectively. All participants will also receive shopping vouchers to buy games.


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Turtle Beach P11 How To Set Up On PC
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SoupGaming321: my computer doesnt install a driver! Zen Jr: btw if you want to talk to people on Skype you HAVE to put the green plug inside the mic one not the headphone one Mason Dulemba: YOU DONT PLUG THE GREEN JACK INTO THE MIC PORT YOU PLUG IT INTO THE HEADPHONE JACK READ THE INSTRUCTIONS PLUS YOU DONT REALY NEED IT THE USB CARRIES THE MIC AND THE AUDIO FROM THE PC SO I USE THE GREEN JACK AND PLUG IT INTO MY PHONE SO I CAN LISTEN TO MUSIC AND CONTROL IT SEPARATELY FROM THE GAME AUDIO FROM MY PC ZombieSurvivor 35: i can hear my freinds on skype and they cant hear me please help i followed every step Archway_Gaming: My headphone jack is broken. Will that hurt anything? HackintoshMasta: why the freak i hear myselfe ?! LG TheMadbomber: I can here people through my mic but they can't here me?!?!? Halp meh GeneralNonsenze: Only one ear cup works, I'm on PC. Should I buy a new headset? jamie mcallister: on my laptop the usb ports are on thew other side of headphone/mic jack and will not reach for both TheMadbomber: When I put the mic close to my mouth though I can here my self Ben Vairy: Good video tallguy199: I plugged the usb into a usb slot and the jack into the headphone jack and the mic does not work, the mic will only work in the mic in jack, but then I dont have sound through the headphones. sasuke65743: Tonight the headset decided to stop working...i can only use the mic and if i want to hear something from them i need to set the headset as default device but if i do that both chat and other sounds are in it without divisions (like it would be because of the green jack correctly plugged). Dunno what to do. Orlando Rosenfeldt: My P11 is having some static sound when i plug it in, does anyone know what could fix it? Richard Fee: Thanks really helped me out there. Couldn't figure out why I could hear but not talk. thanks again! Luis Farach: why when i connect my turtle beach p11 in to my lapto, i cant hear anything in the game. The Minecraft Pro: PC, Laptop... freaking really? EVERYONE MIXES IT UP... @MqzOG: Works...thumbs up :) MsDeadWedge: Mine isn't even registering. lawlestest: didn't work. i plugged in the usb and the jack into the headphones socket thingy, but its not showing either of them in windows sounds.. and when i plug the jack in the mic socket, then it shows up and actually detects mic.. wtf is this sorcery,i just got this headset today. keyblade811: will p11 work on a combo mic/heatset plug for my laptop ? IamEnter: thx I would of thron them out coz I thought they were only for xbox/ps3 Manny Selever: people say that the mic quality is quiet and i put the chat volume all the way up what do i do? LITTLE GAMER11: thanks dude Leon Griffiths: Pleasemhelp imhave the turtle beach px11 I plug it in and it dosent come up with anything miimii: i have a windows 8 and when i go onto the setting part its not showing up :( any help?? Openworldgamer47: Amazing headset. Griffin brown: On my desktop my headphones echo and when I turn the sound up or down I have to use chat instead of game and when I mute my mic it doesn't mute it. Can anyone help? Justin M: Thanks xXUniqueWisdomXx: So, my laptop has a conjoined mic/speaker jack. Will it still work if I plug in the green jack into it? Or must I get a splitter? RandomGirlguess: The headset feels amazing!!! rdog846: +OGrealm Why do you still have xp it is 2013 almost 2014. time for a upgrade or for you to stop downgrading TheMrminimario: When I plugged in this headset, it worked just fine. But when I tried to use my other USB devices, they didn't work anymore. All my other USB devices that are plugged in the back dont work anymore. (So my mouse, keyboard and external HDD) BORISLAV IGNATOV: i bought two headsets for 4 pounds both work SmallTalkGamers: just the same . plug in change control pannel settings and it shoud work. Drane Nrg | Player: ICH ZÜND DICH AN DU HURENSOHN LeGeNdArYLyAweSOme: mine worked perfectly i just plugged the usb in by itself it installed Iman An: Ok i fixed it bu unplugging the headphone wire, not the usb and i can still talk to people and hear things fine da fuq? SuperMysteryboi: so im not sure if yer going to reply to this but when im trying to voice chat with my turtle beaches there saying that when i talk it stutters iv dropped the headphones quite a few times but they wernt major drops do u think that would effect it or not if not do u have any suggestions to fix the prooblem JakeWantstoPlayGames: It says my Turtle Beach doesn't have a driver..help! Iman An: Alright, got my set working fine i can talk to people fine and Listen to things great although when im not listening to anything I hear a weird annoying noise any ideas? TheToasterWaffle: no i mean the mic works fine its the volume changer on the speakers that dont work. Jesus Rodriguez: the controller haver a function on PC, i can turn on and off the mic, but just 1 volume wheel work and is master the chat one, can i do something about it? Mike S.: I did everything, but when I talk into the mic, it doesnt work. What do I do? SmallTalkGamers: not sure mate SmallTalkGamers: yeah i think its a hardware fault . SmallTalkGamers: i had the same problem with fraps but yeah control panel is the place to be haha :D. and thanks for the grate comment really really appreciate it . thanks . Actore: why are you here then? Paul B: My P11 works with my PC just fine without the 3.5mm plug. I just use the USB connector. Also, when I do use the 3.5mm plug in addition to the USB I hear an annoying background noise. This noise isn't present when I only use the USB cable. Weird right? Anyway, maybe this suggestion will help someone else. SmallTalkGamers: myn is like that :P don't have a clue why |
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K-Drama Feature: 9 Hilarious Dramaceptions
In case the K-dramatic antics weren't enough for you, some K-Dramas feature characters thinking of some of the corniest fantasies. Sometimes they fantasize a story to make up a ridiculous lie. Sometimes, they just want to daydream. Other times, characters even ship themselves with other characters and dream up of the silliest drama scenarios. The results are sometimes cringe-inducing, squeal-inducing, but they're also always h
K-Drama Feature: 11 Dramatic Wrist Grabs
Nothing is quite as dramatic as K-Dramatic. Especially when it comes to wrist grabs. In the K-Drama world, when a male protagonist wants attention, he GETS attention by going straight for the wrists. By using his masculine strength to overpower his female counterpart, the typical K-Drama main male lead pretty much screams, "I AM MAN, LISTEN TO MAN," in the process. Oh yeah. So attractive.Despite this overused cliche, there are still some laughs t
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SIDELINE ROMANCESObviously the draw of many K-dramas is the romance, in particular, the romantic triangle--however, the main couple is not always quite the center of attention. There are cute side characters to keep things interesting, meaning side romances, as well!We've already talked about the tragic second leads, but what about the secondary/side romances that happen between the other characters in the drama? It's always a good thing to see t
K-Drama Feature: Most Innovative Use of Props in Kiss Scenes
We all love a tastefully done kiss scene in our K-Dramas. We can't live without them, nor would we want to. It's also nice to see that the producers put much effort into making the kiss scene their own by adding creative props, making it much more interesting and memorable than just going straight to sealing the deal. Here are some of the most creative use of props in kiss scenes! "Candy Kiss" - 'IRIS'This one is a classic. In order to make his a
K-Drama Feature: Six Evil Drama Mamas
With Mother's Day right around the corner, I thought I'd compile a list of the most evil mothers ever to grace the screens of South Korea. If you're a guy, just hope that whoever you're with or end up with doesn't have a mother like any of the ones on this list!Bang Young JaA Hundred Years' InheritanceJealous of every woman her son brings home, this woman terrorizes our heroine, Chae Won. She hits her, screams at her and insults her. She make
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Actor Lee Jong Suk took a playful dig at his close friend Kim Woo Bin.During the recent interview with MBC's 'Section TV,' Lee Jong Suk shared his honest thoughts on Kim Woo Bin's remark, "I have broader shoulders, and I'm taller than Lee Jong Suk." Lee Jong Suk expressed his confidence by commenting, "I'm not bad either." He playfully added, "As much as Kim Woo Bin has broader shoulders than me, my face is smaller." Meanwhile, Lee Jong Suk surpr
A Pink head to their "Secret Garden" for their new MV
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You may or may not have heard of Sherwin Schwartzrock, but I believe people will be hearing his name more in the very near future. With the help of writer Ben Avery, he has co-produced what is, in my opinion, one of the best Christian comics ever created. With a slick art style, a flair for characterization and storytelling and a possible Armorquest animated feature in the works, Schwartzrock could be destined for even bigger and better things, very soon. I'm grateful for his indulgence in this interview.
Mark: How long have you been working in comics?
Sherwin: I started drawing comics specifically in 2000.
Mark: What other artistic endeavors keep you busy?
Sherwin: I've been a professional illustrator and graphic designer since 1988. Today, since I'm a freelancer, I fit comic work into my schedule as I do any illustration/design project. One day I'm working on icons for Target and the next I'm drawing comic pages for a publisher in London. It's fun having so much variety.
Mark: So, what kind of response has Armorquest received, from fans and professionals? Include any positive AND negative responses.
Sherwin: From those that have seen it, I've gotten many very positive responses. I don't think I've gotten any negative responses. The bad thing is that not many people have seen it.
It appears the surface story of ArmorQuest has attracted a younger audience. One of those fans is Lewis Tuck (age 12) from the Minneapolis area. I believe we have a photo of us on the Community Comics website at FallCon. I've even talked with a 5 year old that loves ArmorQuest so much he made his mom read it to him every day for two weeks. Those who like the deeper significance of the story are older like Tom Oswald who is 44 years old. That sounds like a wide audience, but actually, those are our only fans. We have three fans. (:
Mark: Has it opened any doors for you where working for other companies is concerned?
Sherwin: No question about it. When we started this mini series, it appeared that Ben Avery (the writer) and I couldn't pay to get it published. Ultimately we found Alias Entertainment as a publisher, but that arrangement wasn't much better than self publishing. Now over a year later, the Christian comics marketplace is set to explode. It appears Christian publishers like Zondervan, Thomas Nelson, Broadman
& Holman and Barbour all see the value in comics. 2007 will see several Christian comic titles from these publishers and more.
Ben and I sold the animation and future print rights to Wet Cement
Productions. Ben and I will be involved in continued work on the
series. As of yesterday, it looks like the comics arm of Wet Cement
will be publishing my next comic series.
Mark: Do you have an ending in mind for Armorquest, a "wrap up," or would you like to see it continue indefinitely?
Sherwin: Wet Cement obviously wants it to continue as both Ben and I do. Ben has so many stories to tell with these characters that I foresee many years of development in both animation and graphic novels.
Mark: Was seeing Armorquest in production, and so well-received a personal victory for you, in any way? A milestone?
Sherwin: Seeing your work in print is always very cool for an artist and writer. It's like giving birth to a baby. Finishing the 6+ issues was definitely a milestone for me because I had quit working on other illustration/design jobs to deliver the comic on time. It was excruciatingly stressful to continue to work on this title even though I wasn't making any money. To come out financially alive on the other side was a huge relief and it gave me a greater faith in God's provision. Nonetheless, it was very scary.
Mark: Talk a little about the difficulty in producing a Christian comic with a solid Biblical message that isn't "preachy."
Sherwin: I don't think it's difficult at all. My form of Christianity isn't preachy. Either this faith I have is true or a lie. If it's true, you don't need to "make" people believe it... it will become very self evident. If it is a lie, then my life will prove that as well.
What we did with ArmorQuest was simply use a fantasy allegory to unveil some biblical truth regarding the armor of God. ArmorQuest is a story about Timothy but it's really my story. I'm looking to find and effectively use this armor just like Timothy. I want to be a Knight of the Way, so does Ben. Timothy's struggles along the way are really our struggles.
Mark: What are some other projects on the horizon for you?
Sherwin: It looks like I'll be managing some ArmorQuest art chores going forward, but I'm most excited about my new series which doesn't even yet have a title. It's a dark story that is for an older audience... but just like ArmorQuest, it's really a story about my life.
All of the details are just now starting to fall into place so I'll have more information soon.
Mark: Any "dream projects" that you'd like to take on?
Sherwin: Yes, the comic series I mentioned above. Since I support myself financially on my freelance business, I have the luxury of picking my comics projects. And since comics historically haven't paid well (or at all) for me, I am very careful which projects I work on. This new series is so good, I can't wait to start on it.
Mark: On a barely-related note, why do you suppose so many people who enjoy the comics section of their newspaper would never consider picking up a comic book?
Sherwin: Good question. It's odd to think about that... yet it appears to be true, doesn't it. I suppose comic strips in papers don't require much education of comics. They're easy to read and simple to enjoy and the end result is a quick laugh. Graphic novels and comic book series require an investment of time and interest. Unless you're attracted to the medium, I don't think you'll bother to make that commitment.
(Just for the record, I think it's a pretty good guess that Armorquest has more than three fans. Readers should do themselves a favor and check it out. - Mark)


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Pursuant to Informational Circular 1304, dated July 27, 1995, Fort Hays State University establishes the following fees for access to and copying of public documents.
1. Non-Certified copies will be furnished at $.25 per page.2. Certified copies will be furnished at $1.25 per page.3. Mailing costs will be the greater of $1.00 or actual mailing costs.4. Fax costs will be $1.00 per page.5. Access/Inspection costs will be $15.00 per hour.
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11 But the crowds found out where he was going, and they followed him. And he welcomed them, teaching them about the Kingdom of God and curing those who were ill. | 11 but the crowds learned about it and followed him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing. |
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If I purchased this shirt today would it be printed dtg or screen print?
wyk3d wrote:If I purchased this shirt today would it be printed dtg or screen print?
It would likely be digital since the first day of the sale is over. Buuuut... depending on how many orders there are, it could be screened. There's really no great way to tell since we can't see orders being placed. Sorry, wish I had a better answer. :/
The better answer is that this is screened, as it's metallic ink and the DTG can't print metallic (or other specialty inks.) Generally speaking, shirts that are available in the reckoning are screened, shirts in the catalog are DTG, and those in side sales could be either depending on how many sell.
Why does this say "n.oob" on the Top 20? I know Patrickspens has had a whole lot of shirts printed. Edit: Not sure why N-o-o-b is censored to "red shirt" either.
Its glitter paint. I've never been more disappointed in a woot shirt. Sad day.
The move was soooo amazinggggg!!!! :D Then I saw this shirt and I was in loveee!!!! :3 <3
Does anyone have a picture they could post? I've never seen any of the metallics IRL and am contemplating this one.
Will this ever be re-offered? A friend of mine missed it and I've had to hear about it for months.
I thought for sure they would re-list this tee before the premier of The Hobbit, but alas, I was wrong. I really want this shirt though.
Clearly there is a desire for a few extra copies of this shirt. I was teased because they are selling a hoodie but not the shirt. Comeon Woot and or patrickspens, set up a print to order for this one pppppplease!
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Tablet-focused game developer Supercell is apparently bringing in $1m in revenue every day, thanks to the success of Hay Day and Clash of Clans.
However, in an interview with Pando Daily the company's CEO Ilkka Paananen said that monetisation was not the key. "Of course we pay attention also to monetisation, but unless you have a game that is inherently fun to play, then you won't have a game that's engaging and you won't have these players playing for months and months and months, or even years. And if you don't have that, then it doesn't really matter what the monetisation per user is."
Paananen also predicted that the mobile gaming market will continue to shift towards quality releases. "The whole market is really going to shift more to that type of model, especially if you want to do these games with a higher engagement, which leads to higher monetisation at some point," he said.
"These companies who really have focused on a few number of products but have really made them great, and made them great for the users, I think we're going to see more of that."
In September we reported that Supercell was making $500,000 gross.


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In recent years the concept of "Green transport" has received a newly revived hype. Riding a bike was seen as a money-saving exercise in the seventies. Now, it is the "cut down greenhouse gases" slogan that is driving the global movement.
Green transport revolves around a simple idea – switching to more efficient and environmentally friendly forms of transport. Bike riding, walking, using electric or hybrid vehicles and catching public transport are considered "green", while driving a standard "fuel burning" car is not.
While fuel prices are climbing and the dooms day of global warming is nearing, more people are turning to sustainable ways of getting around, thinks Jan Stubbings, marketing and events manager of the Pedapod "green taxis" in Sydney.
Mrs Stubbings says that her company alone has cut down 24 tonnes of harmful greenhouse gas emissions in 2007. The target for 2008 is set to at least double that figure.
"We look at where the people are going and what fuel consumption would have been for that trip if they used a conventional taxi," explains Mrs Stubbings.
Pedapods are 100 per cent carbon free, smog-free and noise-free in operation, and are a cross between a rickshaw and a bicycle. The funky-looking vehicles can be seen in CBD areas of all major Australian cities, except for Hobart and Darwin and are becoming a popular way of getting around.
In 2007 more Australians purchased bikes than cars – a trend that has been consistent for the last seven years. According to the Cycling Promotion Fund report, some 1.47 million bikes were bought last year, compared to 1.05 million cars.
The number of Australian adults who ride bikes is up 17 per cent from 2001 and bike commuting is growing at an average rate of 22 per cent across Australia's capital cities, with Melbourne in particular experiencing a 42 per cent increase in bike commuter trips.
For Mrs Stubbings, bike riding goes back at least 15 years. It was her own preference for greener transport that pushed her to bring Pedapods to Australia from Germany, where these taxis number in the thousands.
"About 15 years ago, I rediscovered that sitting in the car, spending 2.5 hours a day in the car for a distance of 20km each way – and you think, I could have cycled that in less than an hour. And you think, why not?" jokes Mrs Stubbings.
Bike riding brings marked health benefits and are a great stress-relief tool.
"You get to work and actually feel good. And instead of confronting that getting home nightmare in a crowded bus, train, suddenly you are out there doing something, and when you get home you feel de-stressed," says Mrs Stubbings.
However, despite the growing popularity in riding, most cities in Australia remain novices to bike culture. In NSW, for example, taking a bike on the bus or train requires purchasing an extra ticket during peak hour, while in Brisbane only some buses have specialised bike cages.
Only Western Australia continues to lead the way in green transport innovations.
"They actually have signs on the trains for bike access. And there is an area on the trains to put the bikes. It's the bike city of Australia!" says Mrs Stubbings, who adds that roads in Perth even have specialised pressure pads for bikes, that change traffic lights.
Western Australia's internationally respected TravelSmart programme encourages people to use travel options that have a minimal impact on the environment.
Perth was also the only city so far to trial EcoBuses – a hydrogen operated vehicle that emits zero greenhouse gases, with the only emissions being water and heat. The trial ran from September 2004 to September 2007 and resulted in 300 tonnes of carbon savings.
However, Australians still have a long way to go, with 20 per cent of people living within 5km of their workplace, which is the perfect distance to cycle, 80 per cent still drive, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Denmark still remains the world's "bike nation", where an estimated 40 per cent of Copenhagen's population commute by bike. Holland is also not far off, with some 30 per cent turning to bikes, rather than cars.


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But he's not the only rookie who got down with a nasty dunk. Wesley Johnson of the Timberwolves had a fairly memorable first NBA basket.
Get outta here, Luther Head, with your weak trying-to-take-a-charge maneuvers.
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Wed, Apr 14, 10 at 13:12
Hi all.
Has anyone else noticed that KKNY is missing? I hope she's alright and just taking a break from GW. |
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I've noticed. |
- Posted by silversword (My Page) on Wed, Apr 14, 10 at 15:38
I was just thinking the same thing today. |
Well, hopefully she is just off sunning on a beach and/or on a mini vacation with friends or daughter sipping a cool drink and getting a bit of shopping/sightseeing in. Hmmmm, that does sound good. Hope all is well with you, KKNY and you'll be back to add your 2 cents soon. |
- Posted by finedreams (My Page) on Wed, Apr 14, 10 at 19:05
hopefully she is dating some hot man and is busy with him :) But seriously I miss her opinions. I hope she is just taking a break |
Combinatin of busy at work, stuff at home, and mother ill. |
I hope your mom's illness is nothing serious because it can be tough. |
- Posted by finedreams (My Page) on Wed, Apr 14, 10 at 22:11
kkny hope your mother feels better soon |
- Posted by justnotmartha (My Page) on Thu, Apr 15, 10 at 0:23
Hang in there, KK. Hope everything works out for the best. |
Thank you all, it will just be while, fortunately my siblings are helping out also. |
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In many ways, my daughter wants to be as much of an adult as possible
She wants to put her own shoes on. She asks for her own car (sorry, not happening, especially at 2). She wants to push the stroller, rather than ride in it. Sometimes she even pulls out my picture-less books and looks through them carefully as if she can read.But when it comes to meal time, she insists that she has her own child-size dishes.
She has six sets of little plates, bowls, and cups like these little Mickey Mouse ones, and if, by some horror, all of them are dirty, we have to wash them by hand, because an adult plate, even a salad-sized one, is completely unacceptable.
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Wed, Feb 20, 08 at 20:56
What can you tell me about this plant? I ordered seeds to give them a try, what should I expect of them? All I know about them is what I have read from the company I am getting the seeds from.
Karen |
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Hi ! Good choice :-) All the best - Thierry :-) |
The plant being sold as that is actually Viola variegata; it is a beautiful plant (and doesn't lose its variegation during the year, actually) but it is quite weedy in its ability to seed around and can form dense patches. However, seeds from companies may or may not be viable - violets can be difficult to germinate unless they're sown very fresh. I'm not sure if this is one of the species that needs some cold to germinate, but I'd just do a few Google searches to find that information. |
I plan on winter sowing the violets, and want to plant them around where my hostas are going to be. They'll get light dappled shade all summer. Crappy that they might turn all green, or that the seeds may not be very viable....but if I get a few plants out of the seeds, it'll be worth it. Should I discourage any of the wild violets to be grown near these guys to keep from any potential cross-breeding, or is that unlikely to happen? Any and all information you can give me will be much appreciated! Karen |
Winter sowing certainly sounds like the best option to me! They won't turn green, trust me - I've grown thousands of them (a few of them even on purpose, at least, at first ;) They seem to be completely incompatible with any of the native violets, so you shouldn't have to worry about accidental hybrids. If the seeds don't work out, all you need to do is buy one plant - in a few years, there won't be any difference, because they multiply like nobody's business! |
Thanks! They should be coming soon in the mail, as soon as I get them they are going to get planted and put outside with the rest of the group. It's good to know they won't cross breed and that they'll multiply very well, when they do I'll have some to pass around to friends and family. Karen |
I got my viola seeds yesterday and sowed them this morning. The seeds are tiny and I didn't cover them when I sowed them. Am I supposed to or do they need the light to germinate? Karen |
It's hard to say - I've read conflicting stories about that. Conventionally, it's supposed that ants carry the seeds down into the ground where they sprout in total darkness (violet seeds from many species if not all, have a tasty little morsel attached called an elaiosome, which evolved for this very purpose). Given the way this species seems to colonize most heavily where the seeds have washed downhill, I would at least make sure they're watered in well, or else just lightly sprinkle some medium over them and pat them in if they're already wet enough. |
Ok, I wasn't sure because usually tiny seeds like those generally don't like to be covered, but different strokes for different.....you know. Tomorrow I'll lightly cover them and see from there. Thanks! Karen |
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It was one of the most important and largely forgotten milestones in the history of the state: 41 years ago, on July 16, 1967, a young kibbutznik got out of his jeep at Aalleiqa, an abandoned Syrian army base on the Golan Heights, and became the first settler in the occupied territories.Read More
Eliyahu Winograd has read out many judgments in his life. In Israeli history, however, the judgment for which the wizened former judge will be remembered is the one he read in a dry, steady voice on the last day of April 2007: the brief, harsh summary of his committee's initial report on what went wrong last summer when Israel went to war in Lebanon.Read More
Jared Diamond, author of the best-selling book "Collapse: How Societies Choose To Fail or Succeed," could gain some sad satisfaction by reading Israeli news in recent days, especially if he reads between the lines. One of his central warnings keeps getting confirmed — for instance, by the report that the Israeli military plans to clamp down on psychological discharges, or by Prime Minster Ehud Olmert's latest postponement of dismantling illegal settlement outposts. If Diamond feels any sympathy for Israel, the evidence for his thesis won't cheer him up.Read More
Ehud Olmert won't talk. Reduced to its essence, that was State Comptroller Micha Lindenstrauss's angry complaint to a Knesset panel Tuesday. The ex-judge was speaking at a hearing devoted to his investigation of how the government handled, or mishandled, the home front during last summer's war in Lebanon. One reason that the confrontation between Olmert and the comptroller could seize Israel's attention so completely early this week is that not talking has become the prime minister's key tactic in foreign affairs as well. With diplomacy at a standstill, there is little to divert the public from the latest inquiry into corruption or the war.Read More


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I appreciate this opportunity to address the Security Council once again on the subject of East Timor.1 We wish to assure you, Mr President, of my delegation's desire to co-operate fully with you in the Council's efforts to find a solution to the question which is at present before us.
I likewise welcome the reports of the Secretary-General and of Mr Winspeare-Guicciardi and I wish, on behalf of my Government, to congratulate Mr Winspeare on the task which he has performed under the terms of Council Resolution 383. His report, now before the Council, is a significant addition to our knowledge of the situation in East Timor.
The Secretary-General and his special representative were both in Australia at the beginning of February. As a result they will both have gained an appreciation of the intense Australian public interest in the Timor question. Indeed the events as they have unfolded in East Timor since the middle of last year have caused deep public distress in Australia. My Government feels keenly the need for peace in the territory, and progress and prosperity for its people.
The special representative has expended much effort in his endeavours over a period of some weeks to determine the views of the parties and to promote the conditions necessary for the parties to discuss differences among themselves. His task was not always easy, but he clearly went to great lengths, and in the face of considerable difficulties, to establish comprehensive contacts with the various parties and governments as required under the terms of his mandate.
The Indonesian Government assisted with his visit to Dili from where the special representative travelled to areas of Timor administered by the Provisional Government of East Timor. While in Dili Mr Winspeare was able to have discussions with members of all parties which have decided to join the PGET.
In response to his request the Australian Government was pleased to welcome Mr Winspeare in Darwin from where he attempted to arrange a visit to Fretilin-held areas. But while he was able to meet Fretilin representatives at several points in the course of his mission, including Darwin, he was unable to reach Fretilin-held areas in Timor.
This was a matter of regret to my Government which had agreed to provide the special representative with facilities to assist him to establish contact with the Fretilin forces in Timor.
But we do not regard his mission as being necessarily finished. The special representative has been able to clarify the positions of the parties on the ground with respect to the future of East Timor. Clearly there remain great differences between them as to how the situation in the territory should develop, and as to how the people of the territory should express their views.
The special representative, however, senses that despite these differences there is some common desire for further consultations and the Secretary-General has proposed that time should be allowed for the special representative to continue these consultations. Mr Winspeare has also spoken of the situation in the territory as continuing to evolve. This would suggest that there is still a requirement for information on developments there. A further visit to Timor by the special representative could help in this regard. We note from Mr Winspeare's report that the Provisional Government of East Timor has invited the special representative to make a further visit to East Timor and we welcome their assurances that he would be able to visit areas to which he had not been able to travel on his earlier visit to the territory.
The Australian position on the Timor conflict has been clearly stated. It accords with the resolutions adopted in December by the General Assembly and by the Security Council. We support the main thrust of both resolutions, notably their call for a withdrawal of outside forces and a process by which the people of East Timor can determine their own future.
We were glad to read in the official statement issued by the Indonesian Government in Jakarta on 20 March that the PGET had notified Indonesia that it would shortly be repatriating some of the Indonesian forces from the territory. It appears, moreover, that some may already have returned to Indonesia. Australia welcomes these developments and we look forward to further moves in this direction in line with our policy of seeking the withdrawal of all outside forces.
In my last statement to the Council on East Timor I emphasised that the Australian Government and people were most conscious that a stable settlement in East Timor can rest only on the free choice by the people concerned. It remains the firm policy of the Australian Government that the people of the territory should exercise freely and effectively their right of self-determination. And, if their decision is to have any validity, it must be made in the full knowledge of the alternatives from which they are to make their choice.
My Government does not, however, presume to lay down any precise formula or modalities for self-determination. We should prefer to respond to the wishes of the Timorese people themselves as to the best means by which they might genuinely exercise their right of self-determination.
We note from the special representative's report that the parties principally concerned are also agreed on the need for United Nations involvement in self-determination in the territory. While we recognise that the question of United Nations assistance in this area would need to be subject to separate consideration and examination, we nevertheless believe that some form of United Nations participation would be appropriate, desirable, and in the best interest of the parties concerned.
We have noted the remarks of the representatives of the PGET and their proposals for self-determination in the territory. At first sight these proposals would appear to bear some relation to an earlier program of de-colonisation announced by the Government of Portugal. While we believe that these proposals are interesting and deserve further study, there would be a need to ensure that the election of a People's Assembly, or Parliament, was conducted in such a manner as would allow the people of East Timor freely to express their views.
The Australian Government continues to regard as important an early resumption of international humanitarian aid to the territory. The conflict has brought hardship and suffering to much of the population. We appreciate the work of the Indonesian Red Cross, but this is a task in which others, including of course the ICRC, would be glad to participate. Australia has already provided humanitarian assistance not only within East Timor itself but also to the Timorese who last year took refuge in Indonesian Timor. Australia remains ready to contribute again to humanitarian aid for East Timor.
Mr President, our wish is to see an end to the suffering in Timor and to encourage all moves designed to resolve the conflict in Timor. It appears that although the situation in the territory has evolved since the Council last considered the question, some fighting may be continuing there. We believe that the best course for the Council at this stage would be to extend the mandate of the special representative to allow him to make a second visit to the territory to assess the situation afresh and to ascertain the prospects for consultations among the parties. Out of his renewed efforts, we would also hope to get a clearer picture of the means by which the people of the territory may freely and effectively express their choice about their future.2
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Comparing Kants Theory With Utilitarianism Philosophy Essay
Utilitarianism was developed to help a person determine "What they ought to do?" using a simple and inarguable system. The system was developed by Jeremy Bentham based on a "Principle of Utility". All of our human actions are based on a desire for pleasure, rather than pain, and essentially pleasure is good and pain is bad. An action is considered "good" based on the amount of pleasure it brings. There is also a measure of quantity considered, the more people who are affected the greater the consequence to the act. Therefore, the best decision would be one that brings the "greatest happiness": the greatest good for the greatest number, a concept developed by Bentham.
If one were to look at Martha's ethical dilemma from a Utilitarian perspective, the issue is pretty "black and white". Martha promised George she would give his fortune to the Society for Protection against Alien Control of the Earth, SPACE. However, Martha is beginning to reconsider that promise because she believes the money would be more beneficial to the local Hunger Task Force who donate food to those in need. One could assume, strictly based on the title of the organization, that SPACE is a ridiculous organization to funnel money in to, since we are not in any danger of alien control. The Hunger Task Force has greater "utility" because it serves those in need, benefitting them by providing food, and preventing hunger (pain). In this case the consequence is "good" because it increases happiness of a large amount of people. The positive consequence is also certain if Martha gives the money to the Hunger Task Force. While one good argue that SPACE would benefit from funding too, since the origins of the organization and its purpose are not definitive, the positive consequence is uncertain.
Criticism of this "black and white" outlook on Martha's situation would be that it is unethical because a promise was made to George, and going against his wishes would have a negative effect on him. "Considerations of utility might sometimes sanction breaking a promise" (West, 2), meaning that if the action of breaking the promise better serves the community and not just Martha's interests that it meets the requirements of the "principle of utility". Utilitarian's can defend going against George's wishes is because he is only one person. According to the Hedonistic Calculus, potential benefactors of the Hunger Task Force (+2-100s) is greater than upsetting George (-1). The action of breaking the promise could be defended further by saying that since George is deceased at the time of Martha's dilemma his utility is has literally become zero and therefore any promise to him has become void.
It should not go unmentioned that Rule Utilitarianism would not look at this case as "open and shut" but in end it would result in the same decision. Rule Utilitarianism was developed by John Stuart Mill, who felt that the quality of the happiness was more important than the quantity. He believed that humanity should always seek improvement, and not be satisfied with looking at things as simply good or bad based on pain or pleasure. He believed that there are lower levels of pleasure shared with animals, and higher levels of pleasure that make us human. Mill believed the ethical choice would be the one that benefits the most people through the fairest and just means. In that case using the money for the Hunger Task Force would be best, but Martha would need George's permission to make it "right". Since George is deceased, one has to look deeper to find the answer.
Mill says in his Utilitarianism:
It is better to be a human being dissatisfied than a pig satisfied; better to be Socrates dissatisfied than a fool satisfied. And if the fool, or the pig, are of a different opinion, it is because they only know their own side of the question. The other party to the comparison knows both sides.
George's wish to leave the money to SPACE could be looked as being the pig or fool, because is satisfied with withholding his fortune and then donating it to an organization that is not directly benefiting anyone. Martha has to make the difficult choice to ignore his wishes and ensure the greater quality of happiness is met. Under the school of Utilitarianism, the only acceptable choice is to give the money to the Hunger Task Force satisfy a number of people with a greater quality of life.
One could also look at Martha's dilemma from a Kantian perspective. The philosopher Immanuel Kant believed that what was good and what made a person happy were independent of each other. Ethics, in his opinion should be more rational, based on logic, not emotion or future what-ifs. In order to satisfy Kant's morality the action must be a duty, what you should do simply because it is right. This is determined by categorical imperative. Categorical Imperative is tells a person what they must do, it is absolute and unemotional. The third factor of Kant's morality is that the action be autonomous, they must perform the action out of free will. A person must want to do the right thing, not because they are forced to.
Martha's maxim, her subjective motivation, is to give the money to the Hunger Task Force because the money will feed many hungry people. Her hypothetical imperative is the command to give the money to the Hunger Task Force in order to not feel guilty. Martha's categorical imperative is to obey George's wishes and keep her promise to him. Otherwise she would be giving into inclination, what she wants to do. The categorical imperative to obey George's wish makes giving the money to SPACE Martha's duty. Martha cannot to be forced to give the money to SPACE by any other means then because she knows it is the right thing to do. It must be a duty she holds herself accountable to. The fact that more people will benefit from the Hunger Task Force, or that it will put her own guilt to rest are irrelevant to Kantian Morality. "The choices necessary to live a good life could involve actions which entail results incompatible with happiness"(Kantian Ethics, 2). Kantian ethics disagrees with Utilitarian believe "ends over means". From Kant's Groundwork of the Metaphysic of Morals, "Act in such a way that you treat humanity, whether in your own person or in the person of any other, never merely as a means to an end, but always at the same time as an end". If Martha ignores George's wish to have his fortune left to SPACE, and gives it to the Hunger Task Force, then she will be using George as a means to an end. Kant does not follow the tyranny of the majority like Utilitarianism, but values individual's rights instead. From a Kantian perspective it is more important that Martha obey her promise to George, then the consequence of the action.
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Kant, Immanuel, and James W. Ellington. Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals ; with On a Supposed Right to Lie Because of Philanthropic Concerns. Indianapolis: Hackett Pub., 1993. Print.
"Kantian Ethics." Philosophy Home Page. 28 Sept. 2009. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http://philosophy.lander.edu/ethics/kant.html>.
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