text:
Images Module
The Images Module is a place to scan and store most forms and letters that you would normally store in a paper chart. If you still use paper charts, they can be much thinner and cleaner. For information about imaging software, see Bridges to Other Programs. When you Scan forms or images, they are saved as simple jpg files, making them always available to other programs. In addition to scanning forms, you can also import any file type at all, including Word, PDF, and Excel formats. Files are organized in tree view by folders, which are also called categories. You can customize and define the folders/categories in Definitions, Image Categories. A patient's files are stored in their patient folder in the A to Z folders. Patient folders are named based on last name, first name and a unique number (Patient.PatNum in the database). Keeping all images for a patient within a single folder makes it easy to copy your files to other programs and to keep things organized. You have complete access to every file, but DO NOT move or rename them, because then Open Dental will be unable to find them. Adobe Reader version 8.0 or later is needed to view PDF files. Images Toolbar Printer: Opens the Select Printer window so you can print the selected image. The image will automatically be sized to fit the printed page. Import: Import an existing file from your computer or network. You can only import one file at a time. Slider: Click and drag each edge of the slider left or right to adjust the pixel windowing values for the selected image. Windowing is useful for images like radiographs because
it isolates gray levels. Changes are visible in the preview as you drag. For more details, see Enhancing Radiograph Images. Image Information Categories: Correspond to the folder names. Select the category the image should be stored under. Options can be customized in Definitions, Image Categories. File Name: The name and location of the file. It cannot be changed. Files are automatically named using this format: LastnameFirstnameUniquenumber (the autoindex number of the document table in the database). They are stored in the patient's A to Z folder. Tooth Numbers: If this file pertains to a tooth, you can enter numbers for reference. Date and Description: Can be changed. Moving Files into the Images Module 1. Scan the documents or images. See Scanning Documents and Images. 2. Import files from another location on your computer. 3. Drag and drop files from a Windows folder directly into an Images folder. 4. Copy/Paste an image from the clipboard. Within another program, copy the image to the clipboard (Ctrl + C or Edit, Copy). Or copy an active window to the clipboard by pressing Alt + PrtScn (Print Screen is usually at the top of the keyboard above the arrow keys). Then, in the Images module, select the category and click Paste. Pasted images will not be compressed, but generally only take up 1/4 of the space of a scanned document. See also PrintScreen tool to capture screen shots that you do not want to save with any particular patient. If you copy/paste an existing image that's already in Open Dental, the file size may get bloated, especially if it starts out as a gif. All such images get converted to jpg with zero compression, resulting in some bloat. The current recommendation for duplicating a gif is to copy it directly to the A to Z folders using Windows. Then, return to the Open Dental Images module, and refresh. The new file will be picked up and attached to the patient. 5. Copy Directly Into the Patient's Folder. In Windows, simply select and copy the files, then paste the files into the patient's folder in the A to Z folder. The next time you open the Images module for the patient, the files will be automatically added to the tree view, and you can recategorize or rename. This is useful when copying large quantities of files at once. Once recognized by Open Dental, DO NOT rename or move the files, or Open Dental will not know where to find them. Imaging Software Troubleshooting
If desired, you may change back to your original default internet browser . |
Open Dental Software 1-503-363-5432


text:
DVD BIG GAME FISHING: SUCESSFUL OFFSHORE METHODSThere is much more in using a fighting chair to land large big game species than sitting down and pulling on the rod. There is also a considerable amount of coordination necessary between the captain, mate and angler if a crew is consistently successful in landing big fish. However, first and foremost you need to find and fool the fish into striking. This program offers a world of information on just how to do this from the very basics to the most advanced methods, strategies and techniques. Subects Covered Include: Basics of Big Game Fishing: Big game tackle, How to use the fighting chair, Trolling setups, Captain, mate & angler responsibilities, Boat setups. Big Game Fishing Technique: Finding blue marlin, Selecting lures & baits, Incredible blue marlin action, Lure sizes & colors, Hooking, fighting & landing marlin. Guide to Offshore Fishing Technique: Using teasers, Using daisy chains, Trolling speeds, Using sonar & chartplotters, Using live, natural & artificial baits, Blue, white & black marlin, Tuna, dolphin & wahoo. 120 mins.
This product ships in 1 business day.
Add to Cart and enter your Postal Code to determine the shipping charges and estimated delivery date.
* Most products and orders leave our warehouse in 1 business day. However, select items may take more processing time. Alaska and Hawaii orders please add 1 additional warehouse processing day.
Standard Shipping Policies

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Flappy Bird is rapidly becoming one of the most talked about games of the year! We know how frustrating it is each time you lose at an important stage. Want to show off to your friends with a huge high score? This cheat will provide you with unlimited lives, allowing you to continue from where you left off - without losing all your points! Most of all, it is VERY simple to do, and it works on all mobile devices. We've even managed to enter the Flappy Bird high score list thanks to this exploit/cheat!
Click Here To Begin


text:
Titles read: '"For thee alone - Madame" (But, Gentlemen may glance!)'.
Various shots of blonde film star Judy Kelly modelling several elegant day dresses and evening gowns. Commentator says "Incidentally, these frocks are duplicates of those worn by famous film stars, and displayed in the well-known film monthly 'Filmfair Fashions'."
The last outfit is a velvet cape over a halter neck evening gown, completely backless to the waist.
Note: "Filmfair Fashions" aka "Woman's Filmfair" was a magazine which featured clothes worn by film stars. Readers could purchase ready made copies of these outfits from certain stores, or send off for paper patterns to make their own - JH.


text:
Jeff LockePittsburgh PiratesStarting Pitcher | Ht: | Wt: 180 |
3 | 0 | 48 | 47 | 21 | 19 | 37 | 3.94 | 1.38 |
Access our free Fantasy Baseball coverage for more!
Pirates | Several options for fifth rotation spot |
Fri, 02 Jan 2015 14:23:21 -0800
Pittsburgh Pirates SPs Jeff Locke, Vance Worley, Clayton Richard, Radhames Liz, Brandon Cumpton and Stolmy Pimentel are all candidates for the No. 5 spot in the starting rotation.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: MLB.com - Tom Singer |
Pirates | Two SPs could compete for one rotation spot |
Sat, 13 Dec 2014 07:05:38 -0800
Pittsburgh Pirates SPs Vance Worley and Jeff Locke may compete for one spot in the starting rotation during spring training.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Bill Brink |
Pirates | Two options could start extra game |
Sun, 28 Sep 2014 09:03:20 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates SPs Jeff Locke and Vance Worley are candidates to start if the team has to play the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Sept. 29, to decide the winner of the NL Central division.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
Pirates | Make roster moves |
Tue, 02 Sep 2014 13:43:25 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates OF Gregory Polanco, SPs Jeff Locke and Bobby LaFromboise, RPs Casey Sadler and John Holdzkom and SS Chase d'Arnaud were recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis Tuesday, Sept. 2. Also, INF Michael Martinez was designated for assignment.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: MLB.com |
Pirates | Jeff Locke to start Tuesday |
Sun, 31 Aug 2014 10:16:56 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Locke will be recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis Monday, Sept. 1, and is expected to start against the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: The Associated Press |
Pirates | Brent Morel recalled |
Sat, 30 Aug 2014 10:49:27 -0700
The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled 3B Brent Morel from Triple-A Indianapolis. In a corresponding move, SP Jeff Locke has been optioned to Indianapolis.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: MLB.com |
Pirates | Set second-half rotation |
Mon, 14 Jul 2014 08:18:45 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates SP Francisco Liriano will start Friday, July 18, in the first game of the second half, followed by Charlie Morton, Jeff Locke, Edinson Volquez and Vance Worley, according to manager Clint Hurdle.
Fantasy Tip: Gerrit Cole (lat) remains out of the rotation for at least another week, but he should be back sometime in August. Worley remains NL-only fodder for as long as he's taking Cole's spot.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Jenn Menendez |
Pirates | Gerrit Cole throws |
Thu, 10 Jul 2014 12:29:45 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates SP Gerrit Cole (lat) threw on flat ground a few times from approximately 45 or 60 feet Thursday, July 10.
Fantasy Tip: Clearly, Cole isn't close to returning. Continue to stash him in all formats. Jeff Locke and Brandon Cumpton will continue to fill out the Pirates rotation in his absence. Locke is worth consideration in all formats, at least in favorable matchups. Cumpton has fleeting NL-only value, unless Cole is out longer than the expected few weeks.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel |
Pirates | Gerrit Cole will push someone out of rotation |
Thu, 26 Jun 2014 14:50:39 -0700
Pittsburgh Pirates SP Gerrit Cole's (shoulder) return Saturday, June 28, will push someone out of the starting rotation, but manager Clint Hurdle has not disclosed any information. Two candidates for demotions are SPs Jeff Locke and Brandon Cumpton, because they have minor league options remaining, while SP Vance Worley does not. Pirates SP Edinson Volquez was scheduled to pitch Saturday, June 28, on normal rest but is being skipped in favor of Cole.
Fantasy Tip: Check back for updates, because anyone starting for the Pirates has value to NL-only owners. Locke, Cumpton and Worley have all pitched well of late and are potential options in mixed leagues, at least, in favorable matchups. Volquez's inconsistency is frustrating, but it would be a bold move for Hurdle to remove him from the starting rotation.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Bill Brink |
Pirates | Gerrit Cole placed on disabled list |
Sun, 08 Jun 2014 08:45:55 -0700
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed SP Gerrit Cole (shoulder) on the 15-day disabled list Sunday, June 8, with right shoulder fatigue. SP Jeff Locke was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Fantasy Tip: This may have been what has causing him to have issues going deeper into games. A healthy Cole is still a fine fantasy player, and his peripherals were sound despite his shaky WHIP. Stash him where you can. Locke is risky NL-only fodder, presuming he takes Cole's rotation spot.
Comment (0) | | Share: | | Source: ROOT Sports Pittsburgh |


text:
May 31, 2012
Lady Bloggers, Green Smoothie
Confession: For the past few months I have forgotten everything that happens on Tuesdays to concentrate on Wedding Wednesdays.
I usually have a great Tuesday filled with different topics I could write about, but they usually get forgotten about and brushed under the rug.
Poor little 'ol Tuesdays.
I spent this Tuesday night with some lovely, smart, creative women who make up the Central Florida Lady Bloggers.
Last March I attended my first-ever blogger meet up. It was with the same organization, but filled up with a different set of faces. Each month, the CFLB hosts a meeting to chat about life, blogging, success stories, advice and anything else pertaining to the writing and photo documenting world.
This week, Katy moderated the group discussion about Technology. What a broad – but awesome – topic that was!
For those of you who don't know (or even think about it), blogging isn't just documenting pictures of food and attaching an opinion to it… there are hours and hours spent a week – sometimes daily – going straight into the back-end.
As a blogger, it is your responsibility to provide a site your readers want to follow and come back to. There are plenty of analytic trackers, plug-ins, widgets, affiliate sites and stat counters to download and sign up for, and it's important to understand exactly what goes where, who gets here, and how it happened.
Did I lose you yet? I know… me too.
Being relatively new in the blogging world, I still have a lot to learn. Luckily, this group of women makes it easier.
From photography and DIY projects to social media and styling, there is always an array of topics we blog about. If you're ever looking for quality reading material, here is a list of great women and blogs to follow:
Aimee – Happy Medium
Andi – Andi Mans Photography
Andrea – Run, Eat, Date, Sleep
Jackie – MomJovi Blog
Katy – katywidrick.com
Kristina – Love and Zest
Luisa – Lui's Alluring Design
Marilyn – Forkful, A Handle on Orlando
Tylar – Ty Style Me
Great seeing you all and I look forward to meeting again soon!
Glamour Green Smoothie
Over the past few weeks, I have attempted to make bright and equally delicious green smoothie. I've seen pictures of them, heard friends rave about them and have been wanting to create my own version for quite some time. If you've never seen a green smoothie, don't be alarmed, they taste better than they look. Promise.
By using fruits and vegetables, your body gets more fuel and nutrition, leaving the "spinachy green" taste behind.
My first green smoothie attempt was not the greatest. The ingredients were there, but my portions were way off. This time I started off with a cup of spinach, a half a cup of kale, six frozen strawberries, 1 kiwi, 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1/2 cup orange juice.
It tasted fine, but I wasn't satisfied with the color. If I'm going to have a green smoothie – I want it to be green!
So I went a little spinach crazy… I added a pinch, blended, added another pinch, blended and repeated this process until I got this:
By doubling the amount of spinach, it was the perfect amount of two cups.
It's a keeper!
You can tell I am excited about something when I take a photo of myself drinking or eating it. Successfully making a true to its name green smoothie is an accomplishment for me, so I fully give myself permission to do so.
Go ahead, knock yourself out… I challenge you to make one for yourself.
What's in your green smoothie?
12 Responses
how do I get in on the lady blogger meets??
Adore the last photo with recipe!! Good to see u at the meet up
Cat — Just like our Facebook page and we post all events there!
I'll be posting the event for our next event later today but it's going to July 11 at Taste in College Park. Hope you can make it.
And thanks for the shout-out Heather. It was so good seeing you again! Hope to see you soon!
Heather, thank you so much for the shout-out! Your smoothie looks delicious. I've been experimenting with a few variations of that myself.
I love green smoothies with protein powder, spinach, avocado, and berries, so good! Jealous of your blogger meetups, I haven't met any bloggers where I live
Hi Heather! I'm so glad I stumbled across your blog because I never knew about the central florida lady bloggers meetup. I'm also excited to try that smoothie (minus the yogurt as I'm vegan) Thanks for sharing!
I do live in Orlando. I hope to make it, thanks!


text:
Karigan G'ladheon is a Green Rider—a seasoned member of the elite messenger corps of King Zachary of Sacoridia. But Karigan is no ordinary Rider, for she was able to transport the evil spirit of Mornhavon into the future, though no one knows how far he has been sent. During this window of relative safety, King Zachary decides to send Karigan and a small contingent of scouts, accompanied by a small group of Eletians—a magical race who once lived in the lands now tainted by Mornhavon's magic—into Blackveil Forest.
Though Mornhavon is gone, the forest is still a treacherous place filled with monstrous creatures and deadly traps. And unbeknownst to the band of Eletians and Sacoridians, another small group has entered the forest—Arcosian descendants who have kept Mornhavon's dark magic alive in secret for centuries, and who now plan to avenge their long ago defeat by bringing Sacoridia to its knees. Blackveil is the fourth novel of the acclaimed Green Rider series.
"Kristen Britain's Blackveil has everything that Green Rider fans could hope for, including romance, adventure, humor, time travel, dark magic, entertaining drama, ghosts, prophetic visions, and much more." —Fantasy Book Critic
"The latest Kariagan epic fantasy is a terrific entry loaded with subplots that provide the reader with both the big picture of the world of Kristin Britain and the small scale happenings that impact the larger scope…. With a strong diverse cast (a trademark of Ms. Britain), fans will welcome the return to Sacoridia." —Midwest Book Review
"If you read my reviews long enough, you'll soon come to realize that I love good epic fantasy more than anything else. There's something about the heroism, the magic systems, the adventure, and the bold characters that I truly enjoy. And for me, Kristen Britain's books fit the bill. " —Owlcat Mountain


text:
Call Today 10am - 9pm EST
Help Code: SALE-DR
We offer many no interest financing programs. Lean about your options.
Learn about delivery and services.
Sealy Posturepedic is the #1 selling brand in America. Sealy has redefined the traditional innerspring mattress using the latest science and sleep technology. With the help of the doctors at the Orthopedic Advisory Board they have created a sleep experience that is like nothing you have ever felt. Sealy has some of the most rigorous testing standards in the industry resulting in exceptional durability and long lasting comfort. Quality, attention to detail and more than 125 years of yearning for perfection.
I am so glad I stop in this store to look for my new bed the manager was so nice to me I purchased a tempur nice choice nice store. go see (chris) thanks ms. B Gladney
I am so glad I stop in this store to look for my new bed the manager (chris) was so nice to me I went on and purchase me a tempur great choice great store go see chris. thanks ms. Gladney
Mattress shopping can be a nightmare! False advertising being the biggest culprit. I purchased a King Size mattress set from Mattress Factory and received it yesterday, price point was just where I wanted to be with a great product. I couldn't be happier! (this was a second purchase there). Worked with John and the next day with David Tiger, both were extremely helpful,professional and yes true to their words. I understand it is a family owned business and it really shows. Five star rating all the way. Thanks David and John!
Buying a new mattress here was a great experience. Mark was extremely nice and helpful. After looking at a few places, this was our last stop. Thanks again Mark!
This was a great visit.Mark was great, funny and very nice.i been looking on line all week, then i came here the price was awesome, energy where else was high like two hundred dollars more for the type of bed i got..and delivery set up and a frame, i save week over$ 400..Thanks Mark you are a sweet heart will be back for my next bed.....very please customer


text:
Add Your Comment - But don't. The link is a trapfor spemmars.
This documentary has been created as part of the Digital Anthropology (MSc) program at UCL and has been nominated one of the three best films in the autumn/winter class in 2012.
Related: alevism | Anthropology | Art | culture | ethnography | religion | ritual | turkey | video | Visual Sociology
Qualitative Research August 2013 vol. 13 no. 4 402-413
Related: Anthropology | Art | collaboration | ethnography | installation | public ethnography | video
A collaborative multimedia installation of videos and monoprints evoking memories and reflection of exile of a group of nine Chilean exiles in the San Francisco Bay Area. This multimedia installation will be shown at the Valene Smith Museum of Anthropology from August 29- September 25, 2013. The opening reception is on August 28, 5-6:30 pm.
Related: Anthropology | Art | ethnography | installation | video
Working across cultures: Autonomy, Moral Agency and Consent in Kyrgyz Culture.
Related: Anthropology | Art | Ethics | ethnography | Kyrgyzstan | video | Vincent O'Brien | visible voice
This 42 chapter volume represents the state of the art in visual research. It provides an introduction to the field for a variety of visual researchers: scholars and graduate students in art, sociology, anthropology, communication, education, cultural studies, women's studies, ethnic studies, global studies and related social science and humanities disciplines.
Related: Anthropology | Art | Communication | Cultural Studies | Education | Eric Margolis | Ethnic Studies | Global Studies | Humanities | Social Science | Sociology | Women's Studies
Forward to The Photographed Cat: Picturing Human-Feline Ties, 1890-1940
Hear Every Voice
Urban Performance Art Only for Dyslexics
Exploring Society Visually
Image and Society
2015 IVSA Conference
2013 IVSA Conference: The Public Image
2014 Board Elections
2014 Rieger Award Call for Nominees


text:
Governor Patrick and the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center Break Ground on new Takeda Facility in Cambridge
Groundbreaking follows-up on Governor's meeting with Takeda leadership on Asia Trade Mission
CAMBRIDGE– Thursday, January 9, 2014 – Governor Deval Patrick and the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) today joined Takeda leadership, industry stakeholders and state and local officials for a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 250,000 square foot building at 300 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge that will be occupied by Takeda. Governor Patrick met with Takeda President & CEO Yasuchika Hasegawa during his trade to Japan last month to further strengthen the relationship between the global life sciences leader and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Takeda will be the sole life sciences tenant of the new building at 300 Massachusetts Avenue. The expansion will allow for the relocation of Takeda employees from other facilities in Central Square, Cambridge, and accommodate for future company growth.
"I'm very pleased that Takeda has chosen to invest in this new facility that will grow jobs in Massachusetts," said Governor Patrick. "As part of our recent meeting with the company's leadership in Japan, we discussed how Massachusetts and Japan are already significant partners and how there are many opportunities for mutual growth. Working together with Takeda and our life sciences supercluster, we will continue to accomplish great things for patients and ensure a strong economy here in the Commonwealth into the future".
The project is a joint venture between the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Forest City, a real estate management and development company based in Cleveland, Ohio. Forest City will serve as the managing partner.
Takeda entered the Massachusetts market with the acquisition of Cambridge-based Millennium Pharmaceuticals in 2008. Millennium was established in 1993 as a genomics company, which specialized in the application of recombinant technology to the discovery and development of innovative new therapies for a broad spectrum of diseases. Today, Takeda is a fully-integrated biopharmaceutical company with a pipeline of more than 15 oncology investigational compounds, as well as one commercialized drug on the market for cancer therapy. The company's Cambridge location is focused exclusively on oncology with the goal of improving treatment options for cancer patients around the world.
"Cambridge has always been at the forefront of life science innovation, and the expansion into a new facility reflects Takeda's ongoing commitment to this region as well as the patients whose lives we impact," said Anna Protopapas, President, Millennium: The Takeda Oncology Company. "Takeda will expand its R&D efforts in several therapeutic areas and take advantage of the established local resources of scientific talent, and potential collaborations with world-leading hospitals, academic centers and biotech companies."
"I am so pleased to be here to celebrate this groundbreaking for Takeda's wonderful new facility here in Cambridge, and to celebrate the growing relationship between Takeda and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts" said Susan Windham-Bannister, Ph.D., President & CEO of the MLSC. "In this new facility Takeda will continue its groundbreaking R&D efforts in the fight against cancer, right here in Massachusetts. Takeda has played a significant role in making Massachusetts the global leader in life sciences, and now they are further enabling our state to strengthen and retain this position".
"It's exciting to be involved in a project with partners like MIT and Takeda," said Frank Wuest, President of Forest City Boston. "Forest City is thrilled to play a role in the economic development and job creation that accompanies life science research like this in the premier market for it in the world."
"I'm pleased to see Takeda making this commitment to Cambridge," said Representative Timothy J. Toomey, Jr. "They've been a wonderful neighbor and partner since they arrived, and they're an important part of the fight against cancer and the City of Cambridge's future growth."
"Cambridge is proud to be involved in a project with great economic benefits to the City and its residents and one with great corporate citizens like Forest City, MIT and Takeda," said Cambridge Mayor David Maher. "This facility will be a great addition to Central Square."
Through the MLSC, Massachusetts is investing $1 billion over 10 years in the growth of the state's life sciences supercluster. These investments are being made under the Massachusetts Life Sciences Initiative, proposed by Governor Patrick in 2007, and passed by the state Legislature and signed into law by Governor Patrick in 2008. The MLSC's mission is to create jobs in the life sciences – biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics and bioinformatics — and support vital scientific research that will improve the human condition.
"The City of Cambridge is a community characterized by its thirst for knowledge, entrepreneurial spirit and deep commitment to improving the lives of others," said Cambridge City Councillor Leland Cheung. "Takeda's mission of enhancing the health of people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine is a perfect complement to the core values of our city. I look forward to working collaboratively with Takeda throughout the development of their new facility as we further our shared goals for Cambridge, the Commonwealth and the world."
Membership Deliverables
MassBio Membership gives you:
Purchasing power-MassBio negotiates a broad-based collection of services on behalf of member companies and passes the savings on to its members.
Networking and professional development-MassBio organizes and executes numerous conferences, committee meetings, and networking events throughout the year.
MassBio Signature Events-Attend our Investors Forum, Innovator Roundtables, Pharma Days, our Golf Classic Fundraiser, Policy Leadership Breakfast, and many others.
Public policy & Advocacy-As the state's leading advocate for our life science super cluster, we fight for public policy initiatives and tax incentives in Massachusetts and Washington, D.C., that will enable biotechnology companies to do their best work.
Economic development-MassBio provides expert advice and guidance to help companies find suitable locations and resources as they move to and grow in the Bay State. We make Massachusetts a better place for your business.
Visibility/Resources-Members are listed on a searchable directory that includes a profile and link to the company's website. We highlight your company's latest news by posting to our MassBio member news page. In addition, members can post job openings on our website free!
Educational incentives-We promote education, workforce development and lifelong learning through the MassBioEd Foundation. The foundation customizes training programs for companies and educational institutions and promotes science in the classroom through BioTeach. MassBio members receive a discount on courses offered by the foundation.


text:
The contemporary lines of the Missouri Barn open to an extraordinary view--the 12-acre Heartland Harvest Garden. You and your guests will enjoy the rural setting in a garden all to yourselves!
Download this pricing packet for an overview of wedding and reception packages available for 2014.
Call us today at 816-697-2600 x228 or email our Rental Department.
Picture the wedding of your dreams! Check out Weddings and Receptions in our Flickr gallery.
Catering: You have options with our list of prescreened caterers.
The Vineyard in the Heartland Harvest Garden is a gorgeous space for an outdoor wedding.


text:
Geoffrey Marcy
This biographical article needs additional citations for verification. (December 2009) |
Geoffrey Marcy | |
Born | St. Clair Shores, Michigan[1] |
September 29, 1954
Nationality | American |
Fields | Astronomy, Astrophysics |
Institutions | Carnegie Institution for Science San Francisco State University University of California, Berkeley |
Alma mater | University of California, Los Angeles (B.A.) University of California, Santa Cruz (Ph.D.) |
Doctoral advisor | Steven S. Vogt [2] |
Known for | Extrasolar planet discoveries |
Notable awards | Henry Draper Medal (2001) Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize (2002) Shaw Prize (2005) |
Geoffrey W. Marcy (born 29 September 1954) is an American astronomer, who is currently Professor of Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley, famous for discovering more extrasolar planets than anyone else, 70 out of the first 100 to be discovered, along with R. Paul Butler and Debra Fischer.[1][3]
Marcy graduated from Granada Hills High School in Granada Hills, California in 1972. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Summa Cum Laude with a double major in physics and astronomy from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1976. He then completed a Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy in 1982 at the University of California, Santa Cruz, with much of his work done at Lick Observatory.
He has held teaching and research positions, first at the Carnegie Institution of Washington (then the Mt. Wilson and Las Campanas Observatories) as a Carnegie Fellow from 1982 to 1984. Marcy then worked as an Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy from 1984 to 1996 and then as a Distinguished University Professor from 1997 to 1999 at the San Francisco State University. He is currently an Adjunct Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the San Francisco State University and a Professor of Astronomy at the University of California, Berkeley and the Director of Center for Integrative Planetary Science.
Astronomy career[edit]
In the early 1980s, his research into stellar magnetic fields[4] had reached a dead end.
Marcy confirmed Michel Mayor and Didier Queloz's discovery of the first extrasolar planet orbiting a Sun-like star—51 Pegasi b. Other achievements have included discovering the first multiple planet system around a star similar to our own (Upsilon Andromedae), the first transiting planet around another star (HD209458b), the first extrasolar planet orbiting beyond 5 AU (55 Cancri d), and the first Neptune-sized planets (Gliese 436b and 55 Cancri e). As of June 8, 2012, Marcy is the Watson and Marilyn Alberts Chair for SETI at the University of California at Berkeley.[1][5]
In the media[edit]
- He is featured on History Channel's "The Universe" programs.
- He was interviewed by Planetary Radio at least three times.
- He appeared in the PBS Nova episode "Hunt for Alien Worlds" originally airing in Feb. 1997
- Henry Draper Medal of the National Academy of Sciences with R. Paul Butler (2001)[6]
- Shaw Prize with Michel Mayor (2005)
- Carl Sagan Prize for Science Popularization from Wonderfest (2009)[7]
- Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2010)[8]
On October 28, 2006 he received an honorary doctorate in science from the University of Delaware.
On June 9, 2012 he received an honorary doctorate in science from The University of Chicago.
Marcy lives with his wife Susan Kegley in California.[1]
See also[edit]
- ^ a b c d Overbye, Dennis (12 May 2013). "Finder of New Worlds". New York Times. Retrieved 13 May 2014.
- ^ Tim Stephens (4 September 2007). "Major gift supports crucial piece of Automated Planet Finder". University of California, Santa Cruz. Retrieved 6 October 2010.
- ^ Lemonick, Michael (16 December 2009). "Super-Earth: Astronomers Find a Watery New Planet". Time Magazine. Retrieved 17 December 2009.
- ^ http://adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/1984ApJ...276..286M. Missing or empty
(help) - ^ Dvorsky, George (8 June 2012). "Meet SETI's new boss: Geoff Marcy, the planet hunter". Retrieved 14 June 2012.
- ^ "Henry Draper Medal". National Academy of Sciences. Retrieved 24 February 2011.
- ^ "Sagan Prize Recipients". wonderfest.org. 2011. Retrieved 10 September 2011.
- ^ "Book of Members, 1780–2010: Chapter A". American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Retrieved 13 April 2011.
External links[edit]
- Marcy's homepage at UC Berkeley
- Autobiography
- Talk by Dr. Geoff Marcy on Extrasolar Planets (2008) on YouTube
- Interview with Geoff Marcy (March 11, 2009)
- Interview with Geoff Marcy (February 1, 2011)
- 1954 births
- Members of the United States National Academy of Sciences
- Living people
- American astronomers
- San Francisco State University faculty
- University of California, Santa Cruz alumni
- Winners of the Beatrice M. Tinsley Prize
- University of California, Berkeley faculty
- University of California, Los Angeles alumni
- Discoverers of exoplanets
- National Academy of Sciences laureates
- Fellows of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- 21st-century astronomers
- 20th-century astronomers
- People from St. Clair Shores, Michigan


text:
Tech Helproom
It's free to register, to post a question or to start / join a discussion
Want to connect tablet to TV wirelessly.
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 3:36PM
Hello, I would like to connect a tablet PC to a TV without the HDMI cable. There seems to be lots of devices available, I just need the simplest thing. A couple of little dongle type things I had in mind smaller the better. I have had a good look but not sure what is most suitable. Any suggestions please.
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 3:39PM
Wired and Wireless options here enter link description here
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 3:52PM
Thanks for the link, lots of info but can't really find what I want.
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 4:47PM
First question is will your TV accept wireless or a wireless dongle?
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 6:24PM
Fruitbat, how do I tell, one is a 3mnths old LED with HDMI, the other a 4yr old plasma also with HDMI socket Is that enough info or do I need to to find the manuals. Woolwell, it is an Ainol Novo 10" tablet about 3 weeks old.
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 6:56PM
I was thinking that I could transmit to a small receiver plugged into the HDMI port rather that direct to the TV as that would enable me to easily move it to another TV.
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 6:57PM
I'd be surprised if the 4 yr old plasma can accept wireless or even ethernet.
Which make and model of LED?
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 7:15PM
Intel Wireless Display technology, or WiDi, built in to your tablet?
Likes # 0
Likes # 0
Posted February 3, 2013 at 8:40PM
The plasma works Perfectly with a HDMI cable as does the LED. LED is Logik L24 FE12, plasma is Panasonic, can't find the manual. All I want to do is get rid of cable connections just like you do with a little USB stick to your router. I realize this is not the same thing but was hoping there may be something similar for HDMI transmission. Fruitbat, the tablet has WiFi not WiDi but has a mini HDMI port which I could plug a device into if such thing exists. The item in your link would probably work but it is too big, too expensive and not really what I need but thankyou anyway. As I said in OP I could not find anything myself, I would be surprised if there is nothing available to do this, maybe we should make one and patent it :-)
Reply to this topic
This thread has been locked.
Check out PC Advisor's other tech forums
Top 5 Most Popular
Google Nexus 6 review: Android Lollipop flagship is too big and expensive to win us over
16 best new phones you should be most excited about in 2015: best new phones coming from Apple, Samsung, Sony, HTC, LG, Xiaomi and others
LG G3 review: Still the best smartphone of 2014
16 best antivirus for PC and laptop UK: 2015's best antivirus for protection, performance value, and best free antivirus
How to watch the Superbowl 2015 XLIX online: Patriots vs Seahawks Live


text:
Select () or exclude () categories to narrow your recipe search.
As you select categories, the number of matching recipes will update.
Find exactly what you're looking for with the web's most powerful recipe filtering tool.
Sort by: Date | Rating | Most Helpful
"I agree that this is the same recipe that is on the Hershey cocoa can, but that said, it is a great recipe. I followed the instructions and made it with Kittencals buttercream frosting and it was a hit."
"OMG! this was great. I made this for my son in laws birthday cake ( the copy-cat-Hershey-cake) and it was a hit with the guests. I followed the directions as written and it really got good. Thanks Kittencal for this great frosting recipe."
"Made these for Easter Dinner. Followed recipe except I added onion and some grated Asiago Cheese between each layer. They were a big hit."
"Made this with Easter Dinner. Everyone loved it. Thanks for the great recipe."
"Made these for Easter Dinner. My dinner guest ate but did not rave over them. My DH said, don't make them again. I thought they were ok. My family wanted more flavor. I'm not a connoisseur of deviled eggs but supposedly they are a new rave in New York, so my son and daughter-in-law were looking for something with more "pop""
"Being Italian, I love pasta Fagioli but have never added sausage before. I got sausage out for dinner and the casing was split on one of the links so I researched for a recipe with sausage out of the casing and came across this one. We loved it and took the leftovers to my Italian mother who asked for the recipe. I didn't change a thing. I will..."
"Great summer time use of zucchini. I also scooped some zucchini out from the one side so that I could pack in the cheese mixture. The only thing I added was some seasoned bread crumb. It was delicious"


text:
One act of mercy before dying was all it took to turn soldier David Anderson into a reaper--an immortal who guides souls-of-untimely-death into the afterlife. But the closer he gets to atoning for his mortal sin and finally escaping merciless Fate, the more he feels his own humanity slipping away for good. Until he encounters Sarah Griffith. This skeptical scientist can't be influenced by his powers--even though she has an unsuspected talent for sensing the dead. And her honesty and irreverent sense of humor reignite his reason for living--and a passion he can't afford to feel. Now Fate has summoned David to make a devastating last harvest. And he'll break every hellishly-strict netherworld rule to save Sarah. . .and gamble on a choice even an immortal can't win.
96,100 Words


text:
The Conferencing Zone
Industry News
Contact Us
RSS Feeds
Popular Articles
NSA Taps UN's Internal Video Teleconferencing System
Skype Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary of First Release
e-Ghana Phase 1 Project Kicks off with New Teleconferencing Facility
Klamr Introduces New Messaging App Featuring Social Planning, Chat, and Location Search
Conferencing Industry News
[February 26, 2013]
Essential Web Marketing Training for Small Businesses to be Provided Online from March 4-8, 2013
NORRISTOWN, Pa., Feb. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Online business strategies have never been more essential for current and aspiring business owners. But in spite of the ease with which many business owners navigate the web, they often struggle to use web platforms such as WordPress to achieve their business goals. Fortunately, Marc Beneteau's WP Academy has risen to meet this need in the online business community by hosting a series of webinars to educate current and future business owners on essential WordPress web development, branding & web Marketing strategies.
) (Photo:
) On March 4-8, thousands of entrepreneurs and WordPress enthusiasts from around the world will convene electronically for the first "WordPress for Business Virtual Summit." Hosted by WP Academy, the leader in WordPress education, the new educational program is a series of 12 free webinars on topics including WordPress Web Design, Internet Business, and Entrepreneurial Success.
WordPress software has clearly established itself as the web publishing platform of choice for individuals and smaller organizations. Yet while WordPress is free and easy to use, not all business owners have harnessed it to generate business results. Says Beneteau, "We find that people really need education and support to achieve their web publishing and marketing goals with WordPress. WP Academy is proud to sponsor this conference, which we hope will educate and inspire thousands of entrepreneurs to prosper using the world's favorite web publishing platform." The Summit will include commentary from several well-respected presenters, including copywriting legend Michel Fortin on "Getting Organic Traffic to Your Blog"; best-selling author and business guru Jeff Magee on "Performance Execution for Entrepreneurs"; WP Academy Founder Marc Beneteau on "Monetizing WordPress", and "WordPress Community Sites"; WordPress trainer Rick Anderson on "Thesis 2 Theme, Inside and Out"; branding pioneer and founder of Propaganda Inc., David Tyreman on "Branding Secrets"; and celebrity writer and blogger Natalie Sisson on being a "Suitcase entrepreneur".
"WordPress for Business Virtual Summit" is also notable for being the first global conference to bring together WordPress enthusiasts who are also small business owners or self-employed. WP Academy Founder Marc Beneteau recognizes the need to provide educational resources to business owners in a way that fits in with their busy lifestyles. "All of the events in the week-long series will take place via webinar technology, giving virtual attendees access to free, highly relevant information from the comfort of their homes and offices," says Beneteau.
About WP Academy: Offering the world's best WordPress training, WP Academy has been producing award-winning WordPress Web Design and Web Marketing content since 2010. The company specializes in teaching the skills needed to create attractive and functional websites that generate prospects and sales for their customers. WP Academy is a leader in the "WordPress Revolution", which puts the power of online publishing into the hands of the people.
Those interested in attending the free "WordPress for Business Summit" can register for the series at
To find out more about this free conference and about the services provided by WP Academy, visit the company online at
Contact:Marc Beneteauhttp://wpacademy.com Skype: marcbeneteau+1 (610) 314-7712 Ext. 1 This press release was issued through eReleases® Press Release Distribution. For more information, visit
SOURCE WP Academy
Back To Homepage
FREE Conferencing eNewsletter ›
Become a Yamaha Reseller ›
Featured Ebook
The Conference Room in 2012 and Beyond
An in-depth look at how cutting-edge conferencing solutions are overhauling the collaboration experience.
View All
Featured Podcast
Fontel's President Kurt Mitchell on Yamaha and Web Conferencing ProjectPhones
With 35 years of experience in the communications industry and a true understanding of the ever-changing advancements in technology, Fontel is positioned to deliver its customers cutting-edge solutions that carry them into the future. With a specialized focus on conferencing, Fontel has partnered with major manufacturers to offer revolutionary voice and data communication products and services. Our discussion today will highlight Fontel and its affiliation with Yamaha and focus on Yamaha's Projectphones, a series of arrayed microphones that feature an acoustically-engineered structural design, as well as its echo canceller, a technology that eliminates audio cut-out and echo for smooth performance.
View All
Conferencing Catalogs
PJP-20UR Web Conferencing Microphone Speaker
PJP-EC200 - Conference Echo Canceller
PJP-10UR Optimized for Individual Use
View All


text:
A paradigm into social environments!
I love to play Volleyball and Table Tennis (aka Ping Pong).
Also I'm starting the arts of Texas Hold'em Poker but I'm not so good as programming.
In software related bio, I can say that I'm awesome, cool, amazing, heart-stirring, sexy, funny and crazy developer.
Some ruby gems that I created
And other pieces of software:
Follow me at @eMancu and you will be enlightened.
Skype: emiliano.mancuso
Veronica Belmont - about.me user since 2010
"First, customize your page. It's easy and fun to design!"
Hi! I'm currently living in (City), where I work at (Work Place) doing (Job Title). When I'm not working I like to (Hobby), (Interest) and (Passion). Connect with me!
"Next, connect services and send people to your page."
"That's it! Let about.me do all of the work for you."
Showcase a 360 degree view of who you are
Help people find and follow you on your social networks
Be found for new opportunities


text:
We loved this deal too, but it's no longer available. Check out our other sweet deals here.
Decanta Tapas Bar
$19 for Three Tapas Dishes (value $45)
Discuss this Deal
Join the discussionHighlights
- Embrace the best Spanish culture has to offer.
- Grab three tapas dishes at Decanta Tapas Bar for $19.
- Try a few delectable tapas like sauteed button mushrooms with bacon or spicy lamb meatballs in a tomato sauce as well as vegetarian options.
- Enjoy great service in a cosy, modern environment with live music and indoor and outdoor seating.
Zorro. Bull fighting. Flamenco dancing. Ricky Martin. Spanish culture is a gift that keeps on giving and today you can get your very own piece of Español goodness thanks to GrabOne.
Grab three tapas dishes at Decanta Tapas Bar for just $19 and discover your hip home away from home, right here in the centre of New Plymouth.
Decanta Tapas Bar is one of New Plymouth's leading tapas bar, offering quality food and great service in a cosy, modern environment that'll feel like your home away from home. It's a classy wee establishment which means you've got a reason to get a little dressed up if you want to.
Decanta Tapas Bar is happy to take your reservations but also welcomes walk-ins who fancy a bite to eat and a relaxing glass of wine, or perhaps a freshly brewed coffee. They host live music regularly which really adds to the great buzz in the bar, and a free function room is available to hire if you've got a special event coming up. With both indoor and outdoor seating you can head to Decanta whatever the weather, and enjoy great food and great company, courtesy of today's deal.
Decanta Tapas Bar
New Plymouth Central
(06) 759 4345
Business in trade
Opening Hours
Tuesday - Saturday 5.00pm - Late
Valid from Jan 3, 2013Expires Feb 4, 2013
Limit: 1 for you and 1 gift for another
Bookings essential. Sub to avail. Must be used in 1 visit. No refunds, no cashback. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. 1 coupon per 1-3 people.
See the rules that apply to all deals
More Great Deals
More Great Taranaki Deals
Wishing Well Flowers
Canoe & Kayak Taranaki
Manou's Restaurant
Canoe & Kayak Taranaki
Astelia Apartment Hotel
Courses For Success
Vizual Coaching Academy Ltd
One Love Festival
The Shaw Academy
The Shaw Academy
Riverside Orchards
Deals in Other Regions
Manawatu - Wanganui
Getting more bang for your buck
Good news:
If you don't use your coupons before they expire, they're still worth the money you paid for them for an extra three months.
GrabOne FaceValue gives you another three months after your coupons expire, making it even easier to enjoy businesses all over New Zealand.
How does it work?
- A coupon is valid up until and including the expiry date printed on the coupon.
- If you don't use it before the expiry date for whatever reason, the coupon retains the value you paid for it for an additional three months.
- This means you can turn up to the business up to three months after the coupon has expired and put the money you spent to buy that coupon towards the service or experience printed on your coupon.
For example, if you spend $50 on a $100 dining voucher but don't use it before the expiry date, you will still be entitled to $50 worth of food and beverage services at that business for an additional three months.
The same goes for coupons without monetary values assigned to them. For example, if you buy a bungy jump deal but don't use it before the expiry date, you can still put the money you spent on the coupon towards a bungy jump, for another three months. Remember, the FaceValue of your coupon can only be put toward the service or experience printed on your coupon.
A few things to note:
- FaceValue applies to all deals that display the FaceValue icon. If the icon is not on a deal, FaceValue does not apply.
- It's always best to use your coupon before the expiry date, so you get the most value for your money. And if you're a bit forgetful, we now automatically remind you if your coupons are about to expire.
- During the FaceValue period, your coupon can only be put towards the service stated on the coupon.
- If the offer is seasonal, like a seasonal menu or chimney sweep service, the FaceValue of your coupon can be put towards a similar offer at the merchant's discretion.
- FaceValue does not apply to product deals, travel and accommodation-related deals, or time-dependent event deals.
- The conditions on your coupon still apply during the FaceValue grace period.


text:
Narrow By Clear All
- $25 - $50 (3)
- $50 - $75 (3)
- $75 - $100 (1)
- $100 & above (3)
- All Discounted Items (4)
- 20% off and more (2)
- 30% off and more (2)
- Companion (10)
- Free Shipping (10)
- All Items On Sale (4)
- Free Shipping(10)
- Shipping(10)
- Sears (10)
SPT Stand Fans
+Earn Points
+Earn Points
+Earn Points
Choose stand fans that stand up to the heat
Stand fans excel at moving air. A breeze makes a room feel cooler and more comfortable. What most stand fans lack in sophisticated style, they make up for in affordable performance. Browse our collection of hardworking stand fans from Lasko, Air King, and other dependable manufacturers. Not all stand fans are basic and boring either. The Dyson Air Multiplier Bladeless pedestal fan is innovative and quite stylish. It employs a jet-style motor to gently move a large volume of air without the buffeting effects of blades. Another upscale model is the SPT Tower Fan with Ionizer. It doubles as an air purifier, filtering allergens and other pollutants from the air it circulates. From basic breeze to high-tech air treatment, Sears has the right stand fan for your purposes.
When you need the air to be cooled and excess moisture to be removed, choose one of the hundreds of air conditioners we carry from all of today's top brands. Wall air conditioners offer permanent installation, so you don't have the semi-annual hassle of wrestling the unit in or out of the window. Park a portable A/C in the living room or home office during the day, and move it to the bedroom at night. Window units remain popular because they are affordable and get the job done. Favorite features include remote control programming, LCD display and 24-hour timer. Many have a digital thermostat for precise temperature control. Some include a heating element or heat pump system to keep you comfortable all year.
Moisture from showers is a leading cause of mold and mildew. Bathroom fans effectively vent the moisture, so it doesn't get into walls or the attic and create the kind of environment that mold spores love. Broan, Fantech and Delta are some of the best brands in the industry, and we've got them all. You'll invest in the health of your home when you install bathroom fans to get rid of problem-causing excess moisture.
You will enjoying browsing our diverse range of table fans with something to suit everyone's style. Personal fans are great for placing on a desk or night stand. Larger models provide air circulation for an entire room. Pavilion makes a line of colorful table fans that adjust up and down. DECO Breeze and CC Home Furnishings produce table fans with a timeless appeal, crafted with solid wood pedestals, mosaic glass and other upscale features. Finding the right fan is a breeze when peruse the hundreds of table fans at Sears.
When it's hot and humid inside, Sears has the solution. Our selection is fantastic, and our prices are very competitive. Make Sears your choice for fans and air conditioners that will bring comfort and health to your home throughout the cooling season.


text:
Clean Home Page
Environmental Services
Nature Center
Storm Water Section
Public Library
CLEAN News and Events
Contact Us
1/8/2011 - Emory Cove Planting Event to Benefit South Bay Wildlife
Location: Emory Cove, South San Diego Bay
Sponsored by: Port of San Diego
The San Diego Audubon Society invites volunteers to help restore sensitive coastal habitat in San Diego Bay, a globally Important Bird Area. This event will take place on Saturday, January 8th from 9am -12pm, in collaboration with the San Diego Oceans Foundation and the Port of San Diego. We'll be planting up to 500 plants at Emory Cove to create enhanced feeding and resting grounds for our feathered friends. You don't need any prior experience, just a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Wear old work clothes, long pants, hat, boots or sturdy shoes and use sunscreen. We will provide gloves, tools, water and snacks.
Please RSVP to Shannon Dougherty at email@example.com or 858-273-7800 x101. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian-signed waiver to participate - these can be requested in advance from Shannon or downloaded from our website.
Directions: From San Diego, take I-5 to the Palm Ave/CA-75 exit (exit 5A). Head west on Palm Ave/CA-75N as it continues up the strand and becomes Silver Strand Blvd. The work site will be on the right, about a half mile north of the first parking lot. If you're coming directly from Coronado, take Silver Strand Boulevard south for about 7 miles. Drive past the work site, make a u-turn at Rainbow Drive and head north on Silver Strand Blvd until you reach the work site. See Google map here. Lost? Shannon can be reached at 619-550-9529 the day of the event.
Parking: Limited parking is available in the lot south of the work site. Parking will be available in the Coronado Cays, located 1.5 miles north of Emory Cove. Exit Coronado Cays Blvd and take a right after the security entrance (no check-in necessary). Follow Coronado Cays Blvd south ┬Į mile and take a right on Mardi Gras Rd. Follow this to the end and park where permitted. Access the Bayshore b
Back To Top
©2013 City of Chula Vista. All Rights Reserved.
Employees Only


text:
Hi Guys
I have just received a copy of this new release book put together by Lynn Hudson, 64 pages, approx. 200 x 150 in size, written by John Catlan, titled 'Bromeliads Under The Mango Tree'.
Keep an eye out for this one, well priced, worth having. Pinkbroms |
Follow-Up Postings:
Hi PB, Thanks for that, do you know who the contact is in Australia to get hold of the books ? Our NZ society members would no doubt be very interested if we could get some shipped over ASAP to distribute ? Cheers Graeme |
Yes come on Ross where do we get it ? should be worth having, Jack |
Hi Guys The book will be available through your local society (Aus.) @ I believe around $15.00 Aus. RRP. Pinkbroms |
Cheers for that, will get onto it at our next meeting. G |
Oh, and I was hoping to see lots of photos of your bromeliads under your mango tree, darn! |
Funny you say that Catkim, I was also eagerly hoping for a feast of the eyes under the mango tree! Japie |
"Oh, and I was hoping to see lots of photos of your bromeliads under your mango tree, darn!" Yeah, me too! |
- Posted by brom_adorer NSW (My Page) on Tue, Jul 21, 09 at 2:58
Quadruple that! BA |
I was going to photograph some broms under my mango tree but it would be more dissappointing than no photo at all! John has spoken at our Brom society meetings in Brisbane on a number of occasions, his talks are informative and he is a nice bloke to boot. I'll pick that book up next time I see it. Rick |
I can't say that it's all that great to have bromeliads under a mango tree. I spent a lot of time last winter cleaning rotting mango inflorescences and aborted fruit out of the few broms that I have under my neighbor's very expansive mango tree. But it gets better, now I have to do the "mango patrol" every morning to see if any mangoes have fallen and smashed into my broms. |
I was thinking the same thing, Nick. That wouldn't be my first choice for a growing location, but it does make a nice book title. |
Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum. If you are a member, please log in. If you aren't yet a member, join now!
Return to the Bromeliad Forum
Information about Posting
- You must be logged in to post a message. Once you are logged in, a posting window will appear at the bottom of the messages. If you are not a member, please register for an account.
- Please review our Rules of Play before posting.
- Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review your post, make changes and upload photos.
- After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
- Before posting copyrighted material, please read about Copyright and Fair Use.
- We have a strict no-advertising policy!
- If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
- If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.
Learn more about in-text links on this page here


text:
Sunday, November 30, 2014
10 Rules Changes to Enhance MLS
FIFA has been slow to evolve. This is not anything new and just about anyone would agree.
American sports fans have high demands for their sports and they insist on common sense and the best possible drama in every match.
Ten (10) Proposed Rule Amendments/Changes for Professional Soccer:
I. Each 45-Minute Half counts down to 0 seconds:
a. Games may result in a tie.
b. Games played in overtime are decided by first goal scored (Golden Goal).
c. Overtime is considered 15-minutes of continuous play after the end of regulation.
II. 4 Time-breaks per half: 90-seconds each:
a. First stoppage of play under 40 minutes (Stoppage of play is considered any blown whistle by referee or any ball out of bounds).
b. First Stoppage of play under 30 minutes.
c. First Stoppage of play under 20 minutes.
d. First Stoppage of play under 10 minutes.
III. Besides time-breaks, the clock runs continuously except under 4 conditions;
a. When either team scores a goal.
b. When a player receives a Red card.
c. When a player is injured and must receive care on the field or player voluntarily asks to be removed from the game.
d. From the 2-Minute Mark before either half ends, the clock will stop for any blown whistle or ball out of bounds and start back counting down to 0-seconds after ball comes back into play.
IV. Substituting players is permissible;
a. Players may be substituted for during any timeout or at the end of a half or overtime.
b. Players may re-enter the game as many times as needed by their respective team.
c. A player that is injured on the field during game action and must receive care on the field must be substituted for immediately.
d. The only time an injured player is allowed to re-enter a game is if the injury happened in the first half; The player re-enters only for the second half after the under 20-minute mark.
e. A player who receives a Red card must leave the game immediately and must be substituted for immediately. A Penalty Kick should take place for team suffering heinous foul. Also, the penalty for a player who receives a Red card will be issued by league administration after the game is completed. League officials will determine the length of suspension depending on the severity of the foul. Also, suspension will result in loss of pay for player.
V. 2 Instant Replay Challenges per game allowed for each team, 1 Challenge per half;
a. Challenges may include; Calls by referees inside the penalty box or non-calls by referees inside the penalty box, corners or throw-ins, off-sides or on-sides, whether a goal is scored or not and for disputed calls on possession (which player did the ball touch last before going out of bounds).
b. Challenges will be reviewed by officials in a replay booth and the call on the field will either be rendered as unchanged or changed to the correct call.
c. Teams may retain their challenge if a challenged was determined to be the correct call.
d. Teams are given an additional challenge for an overtime period.
VI. Rule Changes for Goalkeepers;
a. Goalkeepers are not allowed to gather the Soccer Ball with their hands and punt the ball (punting is dropping the ball from the air and kicking or booting the ball while it is in the air or after a quick bounce). A punted ball results in a penalty kick for opposing team.
b. Goalkeepers must throw the ball back into action after any handling of the ball with their hands.
c. If Goalkeepers handle the ball with their hands, they are only permitted
4 steps in any direction before they throw the ball back into action.
VII. Additional Referee to assist in monitoring fouls and fair play;
a. 2 Referees will consistently watch live action by positioning themselves inside the field of play. Thus, with 1 Referee calling the action on each sideline, a total of 4 Referees are engaged to manage play during the entire game.
VIII. Changes in the dimensions of the Goalpost and Markings on the field;
a. Standard Goalpost will be raised from 8 feet by the length of 2 Soccer balls (height of Goalpost will equal between 9 1/2 and 10 feet high).
b. Standard Goalpost will be widened by one foot from 24 feet to 25 feet wide.
c. Both the standard boxed rectangular goal Line six yards by 12 yards from end-line near goal and standard boxed rectangular penalty Line 18 yards by 44 yards from end-line near goal will be removed as Sight Lines for field of play (Out of bounds balls by offense past the end line will be kicked back into play by opposing team from where the ball exited the end line).
d. New Sight Line for Goalkeeper/Penalty area is defined by a Semi-circle that has a radius of 22 yards (the 22 yard radius begins its measurement from the center point of the goal-line exactly halfway between the goalposts).
e. A new mark of 15 yards will replace the 12 yards mark for Penalty-kicks.
IX. Changes to the Offside Rule and New Field Markings;
a. It is hereby understood that the 4 Dashed Lines of Field Markings that run horizontally crossing the field along through the Apex of the semicircular Goalkeeper/Penalty area on each side of the field are referred to as the Onside Line(s).
b. Offside rule will maintain its intent for all aspects of the field of play except under certain conditions when the ball enters beyond the Onside Line.
c. Changes to the Offside Rule apply when a team is on offense and the player controlling the ball travels with the ball beyond the Onside Line.
d. Players while on offense controlling the ball may make passes to teammates at will after entering beyond the Onside Line.
e. If the ball travels back in the other direction over the Onside Line towards mid-field, then the Offside Rule reapplies.
f. 2 of the 4 Dashed Field Markings making up the Onside Line will be attached to the Side-end touch lines, and the other 2 will be marked halfway between the Apex of the Goalkeeper/Penalty area and the Side-end touch lines.
g. The Onside Line(s) is 22 yards from the End/Goal lines.
X. 2-Point Goal;
a. Any goal scored by player from outside the Semi-circle Goalkeeper/Penalty area will be counted as 2 points towards the overall score for the game.
b. Goal must be scored directly by player without the ball touching any other player positioned inside the Goalkeeper/Penalty area to be considered for 2 points.
c. Goal is considered 2 points if on its way to scoring it touches another position player from either team situated outside the Goalkeeper/Penalty area.
Originally Posted August/2011
30 comments:
- AnonymousAugust 27, 2011 at 12:10 PM
Fix American footbal first before trying to turn soccer into American football.
ReplyDelete I dig the offside line, it's similar to hockey and the blue line and international rink which, if I am not mistaken, is pretty popular over in that continent cross the Atlantic. I like the goalie rule, clock should only stop for goals and red cards, goal thing is not necessary.
I enjoy the idea of changing soccer and MLS has the 10 yard spray line for a free kick, which is beyond me that other leagues don't use it.
Goalies need a time limit and another ref (or goal line officials which have been discussed ad nauseam over the years) is responsible for time keeping. This would alleviate any issues with time wasting and an indirect free kick is the result if the keeper violates 4 steps or, say, an 8 second time limit.
No on the fly subs, the rule is great the way it is, no reason to convolute it further. They already have it in hockey and indoor soccer. I dig the overall tone of the article, thought provoking.- MidfielderApril 13, 2012 at 3:30 PM
Is this satire? These are the worst suggestions for "improving" the sport of soccer I have ever seen. The ONLY one I might consider is a 15-minute Golden Goal overtime to settle draws. But guess what? MLS already had a 10-minute Golden Goal rule (c. 2000 - 2003 season) and got rid of it. MLS has been slowly evolving toward a more international standard, and because of that the league has become MORE popular. The fans (me included) want to have the genuine article, not some mutated, "Americanized", travesty of a sport. .... I would ask: how many MLS matches have you been to? Once you become a regular attendee, you'll realize that it does not need to change. The only American convention that MLS has been forced to concede is the league structure: Western and Eastern Conferences and a geographically-weighted schedule.
ReplyDeleteReplies- AnonymousDecember 16, 2012 at 9:25 AM
I third midfielder. You guys are crazy. Do you actually think anyone who knows anything about the game of soccer would take the suggestions seriously?
- MidfielderApril 13, 2012 at 3:57 PM
... And I'm not even a hardcore soccer purist or Euro-snob either! Some MLS fans want to play a totally balanced schedule (as in the 2010 and 2011 seasons), get rid of the playoffs completely, institute a system of promotion and relgation with NASL and USL-Pro, and go to a fall-winter-spring schedule. These are mostly unworkable ideas. The reason that they can play balanced schedules in places like England and Spain is purely geographical: they are tiny countries compared to the United States & Canada. Now that we have 19 teams in MLS, a Conference-weighted schedule becomes inevitable, and thus internal playoffs a necessity. But you really don't need to do anything to to "improve" the sport of soccer. Here is the real fact of the matter: Soccer as it is now, is the MOST EXCITING team sport in the world. ... I can honestly say so after attending 60-odd MLS matches and a handful of international soccer matches.
ReplyDeleteRepliesYes because having games in Chicago, Columbus, New York, Boston, Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver in the middle of the winter is a great idea. Plus getting to compete with NFL, NBA, and NHL.
Delete- AnonymousDecember 16, 2012 at 9:34 AM
Rob, you have football games in 3 of those places (counting the Jets and Giants stadium in New York) already. Plus, the weather is as bad or wost in England, which has arguably the best league int he world for soccer, during these 3 seasons, and they play through it all. Also, the support for the NBA and NHL is embarrassing to the level that the shouldn't even cal themselves professional sports. Soccer is the fastest growing sport in America. The real problem is venues, places to play. Popularity will rise with changes to the league that make is similar to the leagues around the world.
- cioaraMay 14, 2012 at 7:21 AM
There's no chance the IFAB approves these. None at all. We're still waiting on goalline replays/technology.
So if you stick these in US soccer .... well, then our players won't be playing the same as the rest of the world, meaning we suffer at the international level. It'd be like when we tried to use indoor players in outdoor games. They didn't have the stamina to go 90 minutes because they were adapted to the indoor game's frequent substitutions and smaller field.
As for me, I'd stop watching the domestic game, and stick with the European and Latin American leagues. - AnonymousJune 11, 2012 at 11:08 PM
Soccer is hidebound and boring. Not enough scoring. Add uprights and change the scoring. Make an "over" through he uprights worth 3 and an "under" in the net worth 6, plus give a 1-point conversion. Put in the "Penalty Box" for Red Cards, give a 6 to 12 minute "Power Play to the other team, then let the offending player back on, or let him be substituted. I like the idea of making the goals bigger. I also like the idea of the "Offside Line" The idea of limiting the Goalie's use of hands and not allowing a Goalie Punt is stupid and slows the game down. I would even like to see limited one-hand "traps" and punt-kicking by field players on the offense. I see no reason why Soccer cannot or should not evolve or mutate into more exciting spectator-friendly forms. Maybe they don't supplant traditional Football, but compete with it in different spheres.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousJune 11, 2012 at 11:15 PM
The Throw-in rule for an out-of bounds ball is stupid too. It's called FOOTball for a reason, no? If you allowed a spot-kick on every throw-in you could have a lot more exciting set-piece scoring opportunities in every game. Make each team line up with one foot on the outer lateral line of the penalty box until the ball crosses over. The 2-point goal is stupid. It's almost easier to score with a lucky slop-shot from outside the penalty area as it is to work the ball through. Uprights. 6-3-1 scoring. That's the ticket. Golden Goal is really the only solution to overtime. I wouldn't change the field markings. I totally support the idea of evolving the game.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousJune 20, 2012 at 1:32 PM
2 rule changes most important to me:
1) Clock stoppage as you mention. It is so frustrating to see players stalling of feigning injuries. Yes injury time is added but it is too vague and often isnt enough time added compared to the time lost. Stop clock at every dead ball for the last 5 minutes of each half and for every injury.
2) Impose flopping penalties by reviewing post game tape. This can be tricky but any obvious flop should be penalized by fees and yellow or red cards...it's the ugliest part of a beautiful game. - AnonymousJuly 21, 2012 at 10:26 PM
Again, I concur with the idea that soccer as it now exists is in dire need of improvement. In the early days of football, there was no set code of rules. Rules were agreed on before every game and variation existed among the different clubs at every level. Now, the FA game could easily co-exist with other codes. I even think that a league that allowed variations within a code would be interesting. Bottom line, if soccer stays its old, boring hidebound self, it will stagnate and shrivel. Obvious changes include scoring, set piece plays, pads and equipment. At some point a superior product will emerge.
A.J. - AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 4:27 PM
hey i got an idea for you, the game is perfect as it is, you don't like it don't watch it.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousJuly 25, 2012 at 5:02 PM
Why would you try to corrupt the game with these shit ideas? Go watch American football or rugby if you want something more exciting. If you don't like football how it is then don't watch it.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousAugust 23, 2012 at 1:02 AM
The "If you don't like it, don't watch it" argument is both completely valid and completely vapid. Of course "Football/Soccer" will always exist in more or less the form it's now in. But that's no reason to stop evolution. If Homo-Erectus had said "hey, let's stop evolving" we would all be hunting and gathering in small tribal groups and wearing the hair-shirt. There is no reason that a more high-scoring, high drama version of Soccer should not evolve and compete for fan loyalty. Look at the examples of Australian Rules and GAA. Those are both wildly popular and compete directly with the FA Code. Look at the CFL / Canadian Rules, they create an awesomely entertaining alternative brand to the NFL and do not "bastardize" or dilute the "sacred purity" of the game. I posit that there is an acute SHORTAGE of Football in the world. Someone could easily address it with a superior product. Perhaps I shall.
A.J. - AnonymousSeptember 14, 2012 at 8:20 PM
Few problems with the idea, clocks did count down when the mls first started. Also there was a six step rule for goalies, it was done away with cause it is trifliling. Do you think your rules are new? I have seen, indoor soccer uses some of these rules, a lot of your ideas. Also hear for years, but the problem is we don't develope top tier talent, and certainly can't coach the talent we have on the mens side. You want excitement from the US side convince kids that 500k in mls is better than the multi millions in the big 4.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousSeptember 26, 2012 at 3:16 PM
While I think the game definitely needs to make some changes I think your suggestions are a bit too drastic.
I would suggest simpler changes such as increasing the amount of substitutions teams are allowed to make.
I would double the subs from 3 to 6. It would be 4 substitutes for 90 minutes and 2 additional subs if the game goes into overtime.
I would also add refs behind the goalie and institute some sort of goal line technology.
In order to get rid of obnoxious dives I would implement a system where players are retroactively fined and given yellow cards for blatant dives. By retroactively I mean the games will be reviewed and players will be fined or carded accordingly.
I would also limit flops and fake injuries in the game by instituting a 10 count similar to boxing. If a player is on the ground the ref should count to ten, if the player cant stand up after the ten count he will be automatically sent to the sideline to be checked for injury. The player must then wait 2 minutes before he is allowed to return.
I would also implement a challenge system similar to the NFL, but I would limit it to one challenge per game and it would only be for plays where goals are scored, red/yellow cards, off-sides decisions, and corner/goal-kick decisions. The coach would have to use a substitution as collateral, this will help avoid abuse of the system. If the coach is correct he will keep his substitute, if he is wrong he will forfeit his substitute.
Finally this rule change is for people that dont like penalty kicks to finish games. Instead of five pk's teams will take five corner kicks. It will be similar to pk's just with corners. The play will stop either after a team scores or after the ball goes out of bounds. For this the half line will be considered out of bounds. - AnonymousOctober 12, 2012 at 6:47 PM
This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.
ReplyDelete - AnonymousMarch 5, 2013 at 10:04 AM
This is the single most ridiculous idea I have ever seen across any sport!
How about changing all the NFL rules so that its easier for the rest of the world to watch?
Shorter games, maybe a round ball? - AnonymousApril 6, 2013 at 11:40 AM
I think that one obstacle to progress here is the idea of "changing the Sport" versus the idea of "evolving" a new sport to compete with the FA code. Obviously the FA/FIFA code is going to continue to exist in more or less the same form as it is now. I say evolve a new code to compete with it and let the best game win. If the FA/FIFA code is really superior, then why would you purist die-hards be afraid of a little competition?
AJ - AnonymousJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:48 PM
You can do all these things.
It just wouldn't be the sport you're trying to "improve." It would be some new sport.
I don't know if you've noticed - come to think of it, you haven't, obviously - but outdoor club soccer in this country has increased in popularity as it has moved CLOSER to - not farther away from - the generally-accepted "world standard."
"Americanizing" the game, as if this is 1994 and you think you have to appeal to people who don't like soccer because you don't think there are enough people who are, is ridiculous.
Every single thought you have in your mind is wrong. - AnonymousMay 25, 2014 at 10:27 AM
There may be an American market for a NEW type of sport as described here. However, world football is beautiful as it is, although it could do with a few tweaks. I like the approach described at football2.org. My two cents.


text:
By creating an account, you agree to our terms of service.
In my opinion, there are 2 kind of identities:There are identities which are passed down generationally from parent to child. Those are things like ethnicity, frequently nationality, language. We are, most of the time, respectful towards these identities.Though, there are other identities that are alien to your parents and that you have to discover when you get to see them in peers. Those are things like deafness, being gay, Down syndrome. And those identities people have, almost always, tried to cure.How can self-acceptance, family acceptance and social acceptance be achieved?
Two words - Lizzie Velasquez. She has told all about how to deal with accepting yourself.
Thank you, I have already listened to her speech. :)I believe she is an amazing person.
Expanding your world view to include people who are different from you and your parents is a big part of growing up. I think certain things like being gay won't be such a hurdle for people as society comes to accept different sexualities. But part of formulating your own identity is about taking the values your parents instill in you and apply them to the world as you experience it in a way that maybe they don't because they grew up in a different era. You can value treating everyone the same, and realize on your own that others aren't any different than you are at their core. Things like that. I'll have to watch that video; it sounds good ~
We, as society, have achieved enormous progress in the treatment of gay people. Though, we forget how we used to see people who had other differences, how we used to see people who were disabled,How inhuman we held people to be. And the change that's been accomplished there, which is almost equally radical, is one that we pay not very much attention to.
I believe you are right when you say that it is about takingthe values of your parents instill in you and apply them to the world, but maybe it is not about the values, maybe is just about the love.
Love is something that ideally is there unconditionally throughout the relationship between a parent and a child. But acceptance is something that takes time. Perhaps we can reach acceptance trough love.
"I believe you are right when you say that it is about takingthe values of your parents instill in you and apply them to the world, but maybe it is not about the values, maybe is just about the love."----Claudia
I would observe first that it can be generally an error to presume that Values exist.
I would observe secondly that it can be generally an error to presume that any Value was
"instilled" by a parent.
I would observe thirdly that your ideas are framed in rhetoric rather than specific facts.
For example, you offer no definition at all which distinguishes "love" from "acceptance".
You fail to indicate what an "acceptance" is.
I would observe fourthly, that you fail also to show how an "acceptance" is determined to either exist or not exist. Your conclusions lack objective knowledge.
Fifth, you conclude that "acceptance" takes time, but you write nothing which objectively distinguishes an "acceptance" from a "non-acceptance" or a rejection.
Rhetoric is always problematic that way. It is used to "lead" people or persuade, but it has the common fault of being a confused array of ambiguous and confused terminology.
Moreover, people who write rhetorically often do so on the basis of unstated or hidden premises.
Without citing some objective fact for your premise, it is very difficult to understand what it is that you actually intend to accomplish. Clearly, you wish to discuss something termed "acceptance" but your argument as to why any modern person should accept or reject any proposition is vague at best.
Perhaps, if you read the introduction, you will notice that I was talking about self-acceptance, family acceptance and social acceptance.I do not want write rhetorically (what is the point to do that?) but I am trying to make a conversation and there are two parts in a conversation: one part in which I express my opinion and one part in which I read other's opinion. Perhaps if you express your idea, instead of judge what I have written, we can have a conversation.Values, love, acceptance, these ones are vagus terms for sure. The fact is that, each one of us, has a different point of view about what these words mean. And I cannot speak for everybody saying love is X and acceptance is Y.I do not want to persuade anybody with my speech both because I am not selling anything and both because I am not trying to obtain votes for some reason.I am not saying anything specific because my point is not to tell people if they have to accept diversity or how to do it. A person could even write that he believes that Italians are different and they deserve to be exiled, and I will still ask for the reason of the thought. I want to read people's opinion and discuss about the topic.
You ask for fact. Well I do not know any deaf or dwarf people, so it is a little bit difficult to write specific facts. I wrote about the treatment of gay people, how is amazing that a illness has become an identity.I am sorry if my writing has upset you so much.
"...but I am trying to make a conversation and there are two parts in a conversation: one part in which I express my opinion and one part in which I read other's opinion."----Claudia
(1) That is not specifically, a statement of fact. Conversation can occur in which Facts are the basis of the dialogue and Opininons have no role in the conversation.
(2) Moreover, I think it would be a mistaken conclusion for anyone to claim that we were not engaged in "conversation". You have a subject and some initial claims in the form of rhetoricals, and you have responses from other forum members in which discussion of your subject is the stated object.
(3) "Perhaps, if you read the introduction, you will notice that I was talking about self-acceptance, family acceptance and social acceptance."----Claudia
Are you advocating that something designated a transcendent SELF exists, such that it can be
Can you refer forum members to objective data which indicate when an "acceptance" has occurred
in a SELF, a family, or a society?
Thank for your participation, Bruce
Thank you Claudia, and thank you for the discussion topic.
"I am not saying anything specific because my point is not to tell people
if they have to accept diversity or how to do it."--------Claudia
I think I understand you better. From what you write, there would be no specific distinction between either an "acceptance" or a rejection or "non-acceptance" therefore.
Terms like "value" have no specific meaning, but are merely generalized terms which people employ without objective meaning. Dialogue concerning these subjects therefore, consist of subjective meanings, regarding which each individual freely interprets meaning as they wish.
Show More


text:
In the event that an official of some sort told you that they had a federal warrant for your arrest, but you had no idea what they were talking about, what should you do?
Is it likely that a mistake has been made or that you have actually committed a federal crime without even knowing it?
I'm guessing you should definitely check for the warrants authenticity if there is anyway to do that.


text:
Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club- East Course
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Pre-tournament Notes and Interviews
October 10, 2012
Five Storylines to Watch For
First Stop of the Asian Swing
Twenty-one down, six events to go: the LPGA Tour is entering the final stretch of the 2012 season and will be in Malaysia this week for the first of four stops in the second Asian swing of the year. The Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia will be staged at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club for the third year and will host a field of 67 professionals and 5 amateurs in the no-cut event. Playing will be competing for a $1.9 million purse and a $285,000 first-place prize.
The tournament will move into the leadoff spot in the four-event swing after it followed the LPGA HanaBank Championship in South Korea a season ago. This year, Malaysia will be followed by the LPGA KEB-HanaBank Championship, the Sunrise LPGA Taiwan Championship and the Mizuno Classic in Japan. The Tour will return to North America for its final two official events of the season for the Lorena Ochoa Invitational Presented by Banamex and Jalisco in Guadalajara, Mexico and the CME Group Titleholders in Naples, Fla.
Strength in Small Numbers
Although this week's field is smaller in numbers, it makes up in talent and star power. Forty-nine of the top 50 players on the 2012 LPGA Tour Official Money List will be competing in Malaysia this week. The event will mark the first event in Asia since all four LPGA majors have been won by Asian-born players this season. All four major champions Sun Young Yoo (Kraft Nabisco), Na Yeon Choi (U.S. Women's Open), Shanshan Feng (Wegmans LPGA Championship) and Jiyai Shin (RICOH Women's British Open) will be in action. Fifteen out of the 16 winners on the LPGA Tour this year, including Rolex Rankings No. 1 Yani Tseng and No. 2 Stacy Lewis, will also be in the field. Tseng and Lewis are the only two players with three victories in 2012 and will be playing for their fourth wins of the season.
Na Yeon Choi Looks to Defend Again
Rolex Rankings No. 4 Na Yeon Choi returns to Malaysia this week to defend her title in Kuala Lumpur. It will be the third time in her career that Choi has the chance to return to an event as defending champion. She has already proven that she can handle the pressure of defending a title and did so successfully in 2010. She won the LPGA HanaBank Championship as defending champ when she beat Vicky Hurst by two strokes. Her first-career victory came at the Samsung World Championship in 2009 and is no longer on the Tour's schedule. At the 2011 Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia, Choi put together rounds of 66-68-67-68 to finish 15-under par and held off a late charge on Sunday from Rolex Rankings No. 1 Yani Tseng who finished one shot back.
Momentum for Lewis
Fresh off her fourth-career victory and her third win this season, Stacy Lewis will be looking to add on to her banner year with her first international win this week. Lewis, the top-ranked American and Rolex Rankings No. 2, won the Navistar LPGA Classic two weeks ago when the LPGA Tour last teed up. With her win, Lewis received 30 Player of the Year points and now holds a commanding 56-point lead over Rolex Rankings No. 5 Jiyai Shin. The Woodlands, Texas native is looking to become the Tour's first American-born Player of the Year since Beth Daniel in 1994.
While Player of the Year honors appears to be in short striking distance for Lewis, a possible No. 1 world ranking has now become a reality as well. While Yani Tseng once seemed to be untouchable in the No. 1 spot in the Rolex Women's World Golf Rankings, Lewis' Tour-leading 14 top-10 finishes and three victories this season has cut Tseng's lead to only 4.55 points.
Lewis has played in Malaysia the past two years and has fared well. She will look to improve on a T12 finish and 2010 and a T5 a year ago.
Growing the Game
Sime Darby has displayed its commitment to developing golf in Malaysia, both at the youth and elite level and continues to provide young female golfers opportunities to reach their potential. In addition to the golf academy it established three years ago, Sime Darby offers spots in the LPGA event to players from around the region.
The Sime Darby LPGA Development Program is an intensive 12-week program designed to provide performance training for elite women golfers in Malaysia and prepare them for the local and regional qualifying events through which players earn their way into the 72-player field of 72 this week. Malaysian amateurs Aretha Pan Herng and Sarfina Vinota gained spots in event and will join professionals Jean Chua and Ainil Johani Abu Bakar who received sponsor exemptions. Chua is a member of Symetra Tour and recorded five top-10 finishes this season, en-route to finishing 15th on the Tour's season-ending money list. Ainil, a former top amateur, turned professional last year and finished T12 at last year's Women's India Open on the Ladies European Tour (LET).
Topics: Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia, Notes


text:
People, people, people. I know we all love a good deal, but is it really necessary to engage in physical fights with one another over H&M designer collaborations? That's exactly what happened at one H&M location in China on the release of the new Versace for H&M collection. Chinese shoppers began lining up yesterday afternoon at several Shanghai locations, and a few savvy (and wealthy) shoppers paid placeholders to hold their spots in line overnight. Annnnd that's where the trouble began. Apparently some of the professionals didn't handle it too well when someone tried to cut in front of them this morning. Keep reading »
Zergnet: Simply Irresistible
- Popular


text:
Snow Leopard: Apple ships old, security-compromised Flash plugin with new OS
It's not that we have anything against the Flash plugin for Mac browsers. Well, other than the fact that it's crashy, and slow, and makes our laptop fans spin up like we're doing wind tunnel testing for the Air Force. But other than that, we have nothing against it -- and it's lovely that the new 64-bit version of Safari in Snow Leopard can isolate Flash-related stalls and hiccups from the main browser process for enhanced crash protection. Very nice.
Unfortunately, as pointed out initially by Graham Cluley over at the security and anti-virus vendor Sophos, the version of the Flash plugin that Apple bundles with Snow Leopard is old. It's the 10.0.23.1 version, old enough that it has some notable vulnerabilities versus the currently shipping 10.0.32.18 version. You can check which version of the plugin you have by visiting this Adobe check page. Even if you had the current build on your machine before upgrading to Snow Leopard, the upgrade process replaces your Flash with the vintage Flash instead -- poor form! Cluley recommends, and Adobe concurs, that the best thing to do is head over to Adobe's download site and get the most up-to-date version instead.
It's understandable that Apple had to lock down a version of the Flash plugin for inclusion in the OS golden master, but if you're gonna do that then you've got to provide an integrated method for users to update to the current build when the time comes (like, say, via an OS-wide Software Update utility). Downgrading user security while upgrading OS versions is a rotten way to run a railroad.
[Side note, does Cluley's narration in the video above make you wonder if, just maybe, he's moonlighting as Ben 'Yahtzee' Croshaw over at The Escapist? NSFW!]
Thanks to everyone who sent this in.
Subscribe to Newsletter
Software Updates
more updates- Logic Pro X update brings AirDrop support, new effects, tools, and more
- Parallels Access 2.5 released, adds file manager, computer-to-computer remote access
- The Google Translate iOS app is about to get a lot smarter
- Dropbox adds file/folder renaming and Office document editing to iOS app
- Vizzywig 8xHD price tag now a very affordable $49.99
- Automatic targets teen drivers with License+ service


text:
The Degree List System is used by Faculty & Schools to create and modify their list of degree candidates for fall and spring convocations. Access to this system is restricted to authorized users within each Faculty/School office.
This system uses BI Query to access data that is stored in an Oracle database. There are a number of standard queries and reports available within the system to facilitate the production of the 'official' degree list.
You will need to use your NetID user name and password to access this manual.
Please email Chyrle Campsall, Convocation Coordinator if you require access to the Degree List System. Chyrle will arrange for the software to be installed on your computer, and for you to have access to the data, along with the necessary training and documentation.


text:
This robot is balancing a standard pencil based only on visual input from two "dynamic vision sensors". These sensors do not rely on a constant background, as shown when rotating the platform during operation. To achieve the balance it uses two servo motors and two Dynamic Vision Sensors one for each axis. These sensors "watch" for changes in pixel contrast, outputting a positive or negative number based on the direction the pencil is beginning to fall. An NXP2103 running at 64 MHz reads in the values and drives the pair of servo motors accordingly. [via]
Pencil balancer using Dynamic Vision Sensor - [Link]
The LiPo balancer cell acts like a big and very accurate zener diode; when the cell voltage is under a threshold fixed by the user the system is in "idle state" and watch only for the voltage with a equivalent resistance of some KOhm and a negligible current shunt. When the voltage reaches the threshold the balancer element will start to shunt current from the cell with an internal power resistor. [via]
LiPo Balancer – [Link]
This is a Li-Po charger and balancer project for R/C hobby.The charger circuit is based on the circuit of Electron head and all folks in the DIY electronics topic on the rcgroups.com. [via]
Li-Po charger and balancer - [Link]