text:
WASHINGTON (Reuters) –
U.S. auto executives warned Congress on Tuesday that their industry was teetering on the brink of disaster as they pleaded for a $25 billion aid package despite political opposition to another multibillion-dollar government bailout.
The hearings come as government and business officials around the globe decide if, and how, they should commit billions of taxpayer dollars to bolster struggling automakers.
Rick Wagoner, the head of General Motors Corp, bluntly told the Senate Banking Committee why the executives were there.
"This is about much more than just Detroit," Wagoner said in his testimony. "It's about saving the U.S. economy from a catastrophic collapse."
The hearings came a day after Senate Democrats proposed to bail out the ailing industry with $25 billion in government-backed loans.
The weakened economy and global credit crisis pushed the U.S. government into bailing out companies including insurer American International Group Inc; investment bank Bear Stearns; and mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Wagoner; Robert Nardelli, head of Chrysler LLC; Alan Mulally, CEO of Ford Motor Co; and Ron Gettelfinger, head of the United Auto Workers union all testified on Tuesday.
"While the domestic auto industry has made mistakes in the past, the current problems have been exacerbated by one of the worst economies in nearly three decades," Mulally said.
"We are hopeful that we have enough liquidity based on current economic planning assumptions and planned cash improvement actions, but we know that we live in tumultuous economic times."
The reception from legislators was somewhat less cordial than the well-paid executives are used to.
Sen. Richard Shelby, an Alabama Republican and a member of the committee, has called the automakers "failed models" and said they should file for bankruptcy.
Criticizing the bailout, Kentucky Republican Sen. Jim Bunning said, "The proposal coming before the Senate tomorrow is not a serious one."
Both GM and Ford shares fell again on Tuesday. In the past 12 months, GM shares have lost more than 90 percent of their value and Ford is down more than 80 percent.
The auto industry in Europe is also under pressure.
The EU is studying support for its carmakers, and industry Commissioner Guenter Verheugen signaled support for a German offer to help the Opel unit of GM.
But others insisted there could be no special treatment for the industry, and the future of Opel is unclear.
"You cannot compare the car sector with the financial sector," Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes said, referring to the mass bailouts by EU governments last month of key banks because of the financial crisis.
While joining the chorus in support of a car industry bailout, Bank of America Corp's top official said that not all of Detroit's Big Three should survive.
"The first thing would be that (the U.S. automakers) acknowledge that there is one too many auto companies and that consolidation needs to take place," Chief Executive Kenneth Lewis said at a Detroit Economic Club event.
The most likely victim could be Chrysler, owned by private equity firm Cerberus LLC.
"We are willing to provide full financial transparency, and welcome the government as a stakeholder -- including as an equity holder," Robert Nardelli, the head of Chrysler, said in his testimony.
He said that without immediate financial help, the company may lack sufficient capital to continue operating. The company also announced a plan to restructure its Canadian operations this year and next in order to preserve cash.
Legislation under consideration by U.S. lawmakers would provide funding on top of $25 billion of loans approved earlier this year for the companies to improve their technologies and create a line of more fuel-efficient vehicles.
The part of the plan that seems to have gained the least traction is the idea of using a portion of the $700 billion Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) for the automakers.
Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said during a House Financial Services Committee hearing that while it would not be a good thing to let an automaker fail, the $700 billion fund should not be used to prevent such a failure.
A major question of the bailout is how the companies will deal with its union workforce.
Gettelfinger said at the hearing the situation facing GM, Ford and Chrysler is dire.
"If the government does not act to provide immediate assistance, GM, Ford and Chrysler could be forced to liquidate," the union head said.
"If one of these companies was to go into bankruptcy, I would almost bet it would take (down) two of them or possibly all three," Gettelfinger added.
With the year's congressional calendar down to a few days, lawmakers and the Bush administration have sparred over the best way to extend help to the automakers.
The Senate bill would impose conditions on the industry, but it is unclear whether those conditions would be enough to satisfy critics.
"The Detroit Three are rapidly running out of cash and face filing for Chapter 11 reorganization," Peter Morici, economist at the University of Maryland, testified. "It would be better to let them go through that process and re-emerge with new labor agreements, reduced debt and strengthened management."
The government would take warrants for shares in exchange for aid, which would come with limits on executive compensation and a prohibition on the payment of dividends.
Automakers would also have to submit plans on how they intend to remain competitive.
The congressional proposal came as the automakers announced some immediate steps to improve their liquidity.
Ford said on Tuesday it would sell a 20 percent stake in Japanese automaker Mazda Motor Corp. Ford will raise more than $538 million from the sale and remain Mazda's top shareholder with a stake of just over 13 percent.
For its part, GM said on Monday it would delay incentive payments to its U.S. dealers by two weeks. The payments for dealer incentives, which are made weekly, will be delayed from November 28 until December 11, a spokesman said.
There is also a question whether the automakers would continue their sponsorship of sporting events and whether they would rein in spending on advertising.
The auto companies argue a bailout is justified because one in 10 U.S. jobs depends on them.
GM, Chrysler and Ford employ close to 250,000 people in the United States and supporters claim they touch more than 4 million other jobs at suppliers, dealers, car haulers and rental companies.
But the breadth of the automakers' impact is not limited to the United States.
Failure of even the smallest Detroit automaker would result in the loss of as many as 70,000 jobs in Canada alone, Canadian Auto Workers union Ken Lewenza said.
"I am hopeful that Washington politicians will recognize the importance of the auto industry to the economy, and that's not just the U.S. economy but the North American economy," he said.
It is anticipated that funds from the new bailout would be doled out according to immediate need.
"Applicants would receive priority based on their magnitude on the overall economy as measured by employment, manufacturing, components and dealerships," wrote Citigroup analyst Itay Michaeli in a note. "Based on this, we roughly estimate Detroit 3 eligibility as follows: GM ($11 billion), Ford ($7 billion) and Chrysler ($6 billion)."
Other analysts also saw GM as the biggest beneficiary from the new bill.
"The bill favors GM over smaller competitors, as it prioritizes on the basis of impact on the US economy," said Brian Johnson, Barclay's autos analyst wrote on Tuesday.
GM shares closed down 2.8 percent at $3.09, and Ford shares were down 2.3 percent at $1.68.
(Additional reporting by Reuters bureaux worldwide; writing by Patrick Fitzgibbons; Editing by Steve Orlofsky, Gary Hill)


text:
MTB Life in Sedona Arizona is in full swing with the opening of OTE Sedona in October of 2011. Like all Over the Edge bike shops, we continue the passion of sharing amazing trails in amazing places; and no better place than stunning Sedona landscapes and endless loops of unique singletrack. We've got something for everyone.
Come on by and we'll be sure to help you get the most out of riding Sedona. We are centrally located in the heart of Sedona, with easy access to many different trail systems; and in the same building as the old Mountain Bike Heaven shop - only now remodeled and renovated.
Open everyday from 9am to 6pm - its time to discover why Sedona is the Mountain Bike Paradise all year round.
If you're in the market for a new bike, definitely consider one of our rental bikes. We look to sell these throughout the year, so often times these are only 3-5 months old. And consider that we keep these bikes in top condition for our rental customers, so you'll be getting a bike that works like new.Manufacture warranty is transferable with the demo sale, and bikes shipped out-of-state gets no sales tax - we can easily ship to you! Send us an email with any... » Read More
Have you seen our new jersery!?? Of course you haven't, they just arrived yesterday. Opening the box, my stoke level went through the vortex! These baby's are beautiful! Before the jerseys arrived here in Sedona they were on the catwalk in Paris, London and... » Read More
This spring, OTE Sedona will be hosting a whole new demo fleet! Including the new Intense Spider 27.5, aluminum frame with the foundation build! Avaiable for rent at $49 per day, this shred sled is priced right. Size Medium and Large will be available! Get... » Read More

subset: commoncrawl


text:
- Filed Under
The groundhog was wrong.
Back in February, the forecasting rodent predicted an early spring, but now, the season seems determined not even to start on time.
Today is the first day of spring, and yet temperatures are still lower than average - and a long way from last year's record-breaking, hot March. ...


text:
Definitions of dissociable
a. - Not /ell associated or assorted; incongruous.
a. - Having a tendency to dissolve social connections; unsuitable to society; unsociable.
The word "dissociable" uses 11 letters: A B C D E I I L O S S.
No direct anagrams for dissociable found in this word list.
Adding one letter to dissociable does not form any other word in this word list.
Words within dissociable not shown as it has more than seven letters.List all words starting with dissociable, words containing dissociable or words ending with dissociable
All words formed from dissociable by changing one letter
Other words with the same letter pairs: di is ss so oc ci ia ab bl le
Browse words starting with dissociable by next letter
Previous word in list: dissociability
Next word in list: dissocial
Some random words: gist other ne jiao mu he ovoid
This is not a dictionary, it's a word game wordfinder.
- Help and FAQ - Examples - Home
Privacy Policy - Share - © Copyright 2004-2015 Morewords.com - 10.803mS


text:
SOURCE: Promise Technology
April 03, 2012 08:00 ET
Demonstrations to Feature Internationally Award Winning Pegasus and SANLink -- the Fastest Storage Solutions for Creative Professionals
MILPITAS, CA--(Marketwire - Apr 3, 2012) - PROMISE Technology Inc., a leader in providing high-performance storage solutions for the rich media market and the leader in designing cutting-edge Thunderbolt enabled devices, today announced that its internationally award winning line of high-performance hardware RAID storage solutions leveraging Thunderbolt I/O technology, highlighting creative innovations for post-production will be demonstrated by numerous industry leaders at NAB 2012, April 16-19 in Las Vegas. These ground breaking storage solutions allow media and entertainment professionals' unprecedented flexibility and performance enabling them to dramatically change the way they currently exploit their digital assets.
Tweet this: #PROMISE Award Winning Thunderbolt Solutions to be Demoed by Industry Leaders at NAB 2012
"PROMISE is very pleased to have established key partnerships with so many industry leading brands that have developed rich media solutions," said Alice Chang, CMO PROMISE Technology. "For the past year PROMISE has been taking the leadership position in being the very first storage vendor for Thunderbolt technology for the Mac and winning many international awards."
Chang continued, "Until today, PROMISE is the only company to have devoted themselves to developing and bringing to market an entire line of Thunderbolt technology enabled storage to cover RAID and JBOD needs for both the Mac and Windows platforms."
PROMISE Technology's market-leading storage solutions will be demonstrated in the following partner booths:
These collaborations highlight the power and innovations being brought to media and entertainment professionals, allowing them to dramatically improve the creative workflow and access and manipulation of their valuable media assets.
From its rich portfolio of storage solutions developed for AV, media and entertainment and creative professionals, the demonstrations in industry leaders' booths on the NAB show floor will include:
To learn more about PROMISE Technology and its rich portfolio of storage solutions for post production and media and entertainment professionals, attendees can visit PROMISE Technology on the NAB exhibit floor, booth #SL5327.
About PROMISE Technology, Inc. PROMISE Technology, a leader in providing high-performance storage solutions to the data center, cloud, surveillance and rich media markets and the leader in designing cutting-edge Thunderbolt devices, develops and manufactures sophisticated RAID storage solutions recognized worldwide, ranging from a complete line of RAID controller cards to FC/iSCSI/SAS/SATA RAID subsystems. Catering to enterprise, mid-range, entry-level and consumer data protection needs, PROMISE products are distinguished by their Unified Common RAID Core and management software and unparalleled support. Headquartered in Milpitas, Calif., PROMISE has operations throughout Asia and Europe. For more information, visit PROMISE Technology's website at www.promise.com.
Follow us:
(C) 2012 PROMISE Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. PROMISE, the PROMISE logo, VTrak, SmartStor, SuperTrak, FastTrak, VessRAID, Vess, PerfectPATH, PerfectRAID, SATA150, ULTRA133 VTrak S3000, BackTrak, HyperCache, HyperCache-R, HyperCache-W, DeltaScan, GreenRAID, Pegasus and SANLink are registered or pending trademarks of PROMISE Technology, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Information regarding products, services and offerings may be superseded by subsequent documents and are subject to change without notice. For the latest information and specifications regarding PROMISE Technology, Inc. and any of its offerings or services, please contact your local PROMISE office or the corporate headquarters. Visit www.promise.com for more information on PROMISE products.
"Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries."
Media Contacts The AmericasDouglas W. Gruehl PROMISE Technology email@example.com Sun PROMISE Technology +31 (0)40 235 email@example.com PacAlice Chang PROMISE Technology, Inc. +886 3 email@example.com Ya-Ping Hsu PROMISE Technology, Inc. (03)5782395 ext. email@example.com
See all RSS Newsfeeds


text:
Thread: Ride tailboard!!
- Join Date
- Apr 2003
- Location
- Pensacola, FL
- Posts
- 5
Ride tailboard!!
If your particular county administration happens to give you a difficult time about replacing ancient engines, consider doing what we've done...submit a request to your admin to re-instate allowing firefighters to ride tailboard, as the open doghouse compartments aren't much safer than riding tailboard.
Our department's 1984 E-one Hurricane has the old style open doghouses on each side of the engine...consequently, if it ever flips to one side or the other, there will very likely be one squooshed firefighter underneath the engine. I'd personally rather take my chances on the tailboard than get flattened like a pancake with no chance of escape. Granted I'm one of those old geezers from the 80's before the rules about not riding tailboard came into effect and have experienced the joy of the tailboard ride...and yeah, I've had to jump into the hosebed once to avoid a moron who didn't notice the apparatus had come top a stop...but riding tailboard isn't any more hazardous than riding a motorcycle, so why not??
Strangely enough, shortly after that letter hit our local newspaper...we were offered a much newer 1996 enclosed pumper, delivery to be taken Feb 1. 2004 Unfortunately, I also got my butt chewed by the Chief for being "an uppity ole cuss" Ah, well, whatever works
- Join Date
- Aug 2002
- Location
- Rising Sun, MD
- Posts
- 168
So what does this have to do with the FIRE Act grants?
Thread Information
Users Browsing this Thread
There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)


text:
This site contains the musings of Daniel Neades – just another Random Guy with a blog.
I'm based in the Isle of Man, a very pretty rock in the middle of the Irish Sea. I am a member of a Reformed Baptist church there, which subscribes to the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. You can find me on Twitter and (if I haven't yet cancelled my account) Facebook.
My beliefs
I believe and cling fast to the Gospel of Jesus Christ preached by St. Paul:
Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you – unless you believed in vain.
For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures, and that He was seen by Cephas, then by the twelve. After that He was seen by over five hundred brethren at once, of whom the greater part remain to the present, but some have fallen asleep. After that He was seen by James, then by all the apostles. Then last of all He was seen by me also, as by one born out of due time.
1 Cor. 15:1–8
I am a sinner saved by grace through faith. This is not of myself, but is the gift of God. My salvation is therefore not my work, but God's alone. I am simul iustus et peccator.
I hold to the five solas of the Reformation: sola scriptura, sola fide, sola gratia, solus Christus, soli Deo gloria.
Disagree with me about something? I make mistakes and I still have much to learn, so you might well be right. Prove your case from the Bible, and you'll convince me.
Test everything
Why should you listen to what I have to say? No reason. Like I said, I'm just Some Random Guy on the Internet. Be like the Bereans – they even compared everything that St. Paul taught with Scripture. You should therefore most certainly test everything that I say:
These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so. (Acts 17:11)
And if I get something wrong? Leave a comment and let me know. If it's a point of doctrine, remember to make your critique from Scripture. Or feel free to ask a question. I'm usually quite civilized.
Bible version
Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1979, 1980, 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Resource recommendations and links to other sites
If I recommend a particular resource, my commendation is for that specific resource only, unless I clearly and expressly state otherwise. My linking to other websites should not therefore be construed as any kind of general endorsement or recommendation, either of those websites or the people and/or organizations behind them. As always, reader discretion and discernment is advised.
Legal stuff
This website is © 2008–2015 Daniel Neades. All rights reserved.
You are welcome to link to anything here. If you'd like to reproduce something from this site, please contact me by leaving a comment, via Facebook or using Twitter.


text:
That's why we need to fight against the Law of the Sea Treaty, and make sure that it gets a good burial at sea. That's why we should say 'No' to Kyoto, because it's not giving over our sovereignty.
And it's why whenever a judge invokes any international law as the basis for making a decision, he should be summarily impeached for having done so.
In 1968-1969, we had a definite choice of being a country of law and order, or of mayhem. I believed in law and order, that some things were right and some things were wrong. When we went with the right we had strength. When we saw that there was no moral center, and nothing that ever could be defined as a moral absolute, then we are lost and confused.
As a teenager, I was given a Phyllis Schlafly book, " A Choice Not an Echo". That book had a tremendous impact on me. It reminded me that we should not simply be echoing the sentiments of others, but making deep personal choices about what we believe, and most importantly, why we believe it.
The reason that America is a great nation is because America is a special nation. And the reason America is a special nation is because it was founded by people who were first on their knees before they were on their feet. We are a nation rooted in our faith.
I know what the pundits say, that the math doesn't workout. Folks, I didn't major in math. I majored in miracles and I still believe in those.
The above quotations are from Speeches to Conservative Political Action 2008 Conference.
Click here for main summary page. Click here for a profile of Mike Huckabee. Click here for Mike Huckabee on all issues.
Mike Huckabee on other issues: |
Budget/Economy Civil Rights Corporations Crime Drugs Education Energy/Oil Environment Families Foreign Policy Free Trade
Govt. Reform
| Gun Control Health Care Homeland Security Immigration Jobs Principles/Values Social Security Tax Reform Technology/Infrastructure War/Iraq/Mideast Welfare/Poverty
Please consider a donation to OnTheIssues.org!
| Click for details -- or send donations to: 1770 Mass Ave. #630, Cambridge MA 02140 E-mail: email@example.com (We rely on your support!) |


text:
Sunday, March 09, 2014
They've pegged us as suckers!
What have we here? Well let me just say, it's nothing named Brandy, nor is it a bottle of brandy...
The OSPCA shelter lent us the crate to bring home these:
A pair of Narragansett turkeys! They needed a home and the shelter workers have got as pegged as suckers suitable owners for adoptable farm animals. So the manager send me a text on Thursday asking if Gordon I would like a pair of turkeys.
I said YES, then added "Perhaps I should be polite and ask Gordon!" So I did. Meet Inari (left) and Carlton (right):
Inari is named after our friend's daughter. Carlton is named after a turkey my friend Amy had and loved!
These two are very tame. You can actually pick them up and carry them without a struggle. They were raised as pets.
So far so good. The guinea fowl are not so impressed though, as they were at the top of the pecking order, but are definitely outranked by Carlton!
I'll keep you posted on turkey happenings.
The other night after my run, Tristan helped me with my, ahem, cool-down.
He doesn't mind at all if I'm stinky and sweaty!
Such a good old boy!
He had yet another lump checked out the other day, under his chin, but he's fine. Since his spleen and a big tumour were removed last August, we've been keeping a close eye on him. He's slowing down again but still wants his walkies and seems happy with life (and snuggly!)
And on Friday night, the power went out just as I was serving supper, so we had a candlelit meal!
Glad it went out AFTER I finished cooking!
Hope you all had a great weekend!
25 comments:
I have never heard of Narragansett turkeys. I will have to google them to see what they are bred for. I never thought I would be jealous of somebody's electricity failing but that looked like a fun meal. I have candles in silver holders on the kitchen table but have never lit them. Lights out would be a good excuse. The old guy isn't very romantic and likes to see what he is eating.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Episcopal Palace of Braga
Archiepiscopal Palace Paço Arquiepiscopal |
General information | |
Type | House |
Architectural style | Portuguese Northern Baroque Gothic |
Location | Braga, Portugal |
Construction started | 14th - 18th century |
Governing body | public |
The Archiepiscopal Court (in Portuguese, Paço Arquiepiscopal) or the Old Archbishop's Palace is a palace in Sé, district of Braga, Portugal.
The Palace is a set of three different buildings with distinct characteristics and time periods.
The Eastern wing (facing the Santa Barbara Garden is of Gothic style and dates to the 14th and 15th centuries.
The Western wing (facing the Municipio Square) was built in the 18th century in the Portuguese Northern Baroque style.
The South wing, defining the Paço Square, is composed of various buildings from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries.
Presently, the building lodges the Rectorate of the University of Minho, the Public Library and the District Archive.[1]
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Archiepiscopal Court. |
Coordinates: 41°33′04″N 8°25′37″W / 41.551046°N 8.427075°W


text:
- Increase fontDecrease font Text size
Detail of GEF Project #2601
GEF Project ID | 2601 |
Funding Source | GEF Trust Fund |
Project Name | World Bank-GEF Investment Fund for the Mediterranean Sea Large Marine Ecosystem Partnership, Tranche 1, 1st Allocation |
Country | Regional |
Region | Regional |
Focal Area | Multi Focal Area |
Operational Program | 9; 2 |
Pipeline Entry Date | 2004-12-21 |
Approval Date | 2006-08-28 |
Project Status | Council Approved |
GEF Agency | World Bank |
Executing Agency | UNEP/MAP |
Description | The main objective of the proposed World Bank-GEF Investment Fund for Pollution Reduction in the Mediterranean Sea is to facilitate the recipient countries of the Mediterranean Sea basin in implementing their top transboundary priority pollution reduction and habitat protection measures and contribute to reversing the degradation of this large marine ecosystem and its freshwater basins. The Investment Fund – supported by the GEF with US$ 60-70 million grant financing over multiple tranches and open to other donors' contributions – is proposed as a vehicle for catalyzing investments and accelerate urgent actions that are necessary for reducing pollution of the Mediterranean Sea, and the Adriatic Sea in particular. Through the Investment Fund, basin countries can pursue investments aimed at common transboundary pollution reduction and ecosystem conservation goals, and help jump start and further accelerate investments in sectors that are key for environmental improvement as well as social and economic development. The Investment Fund, through a combination of capital investments, economic instruments, policy and regulatory frameworks and public participation will provide a critical mass of financial resources and technical knowledge readily available to countries that embrace the goal of improving the environmental conditions of the Mediterranean Sea. It will also develop a strategic regional approach to investments for greater benefit to the basin countries. |
GEF Project Grant | 0 USD |
GEF Grant | 0 USD |
Cofinancing Total | 0 USD |
Project Cost | 0 USD |
GEF Agency Fees | 900,000 USD |
GEF Project (CEO Endo.) | 0 USD |
Cofinancing Total (CEO Endo.) | 0 USD |
Project Documents |
Related Links: Country Profile | Project Search


text:
Papers from the Gimon Conference on French Political Economy, April 2004.
Sponsored by the Stanford University Libraries and the France-Stanford Center for Interdisciplinary Studies.
These articles are licensed under a Creative Commons License (français)
These articles may be used in accordance with the Creative Commons license. Please give credit using the following citation format:
Last Name, First Name. "Article title." Papers, Gustave Gimon Conference on French Political Economy, Stanford University, April 2004. http://www-sul.stanford.edu/depts/hasrg/frnit/gimon_papers.html (accessed (date)).


text:
- Publisher: SCEA
- Release Date: Mar 12, 2013
- Critic Score
- Most active
- Publication
- Most clicked
Mar 17, 2013Ascension is another 'instant classic' entry into the amazing God of War series.
Mar 8, 2013Ok, you can say that God of War: Ascension is less epic than the previous chapters and it lacks somewhere in terms of narrative and news ideas, but if you dig further you can find a much improved gameplay, a compelling adventure and some of the most incredible boss fights you can ever face in a videogame.
Mar 7, 2013There's plenty of blood, stunning action, fun and a few puzzles in this game. It's Kratos losing his family, losing his mind and annihilating massive creatures. It's a God of War, and there's little we can say apart from that. You already knew if this game was meant for you or not.
Mar 25, 2013Beyond one particularly challenging battle which takes place towards the very end of the game, Ascension is action-packed though not especially difficult. The boss encounters are definitely as epic as expected, even if they seem more few and far between in comparison to other God of War games.
Mar 7, 2013Although it's far from innovative, God of War: Ascension is a truly epic tale of violence that will tell the origins of its well-known spartan. Aside from an unremarkable multiplayer side, Kratos' new adventure is an amazing production that will not disappoint.
Apr 1, 2013Overall, God of War Ascension is another good game in a good game series.
Mar 21, 2013A supremely spectacular trip back into ancient Greece, with reworked combat, more puzzles and superb pacing. [Issue#229, p.64]
Mar 14, 2013Full of verve, Kratos returns and wounds everyone and everything like in his past years. Do not worry about its multiplayer game, and enjoy the exceptional mythical opus written in the golden age of PS3. For the PlayStation 3 owners this is a must, for the others this is a very good reason to buy SONY's gaming machine.
Mar 13, 2013With Sony so laser-focused on the multiplayer component since Ascension was announced, we were understandably worried that the single-player side of things may end up a rote retread of old ground. But we've never been so happy to be proven wrong, and from its gorgeous visual and evolved combat to its lavish presentation and tight pacing, this is arguably the best God Of War yet.
Mar 8, 2013God of War Ascension is not just the best action game of the moment, it's the new technical yardstick on home consoles, and the perfect example of how to rejuvenate a series working with care and attention on the gameplay dynamics.
Mar 8, 2013God of War: Ascension offers a gaming experience that is at the level of the best in this generation of consoles.
Mar 7, 2013God of War Ascension is one of the most beautiful, brutal and funny action games you can play these days. This prequel definitely lives up to its predecessor, proposing an astounding adventure, and a climax of action and brutality with no equals. On the top of that there is a new multiplayer mode that brings over the character of the series.
Mar 7, 2013Ascension is not content to rest on past success, giving players new combat options, a fresh approach to magic and rage, an even larger sense of scale, and some small but meaningful mechanical changes that improve the overall polish to the game.
Mar 7, 2013While not quite the high-point of the God Of War series, Ascension delivers an action-packed, gloriously-produced, freak-bashing extravaganza with an addictive multiplayer component to boot.
Mar 7, 2013God of War has never looked or played better than this. Kratos has never been as deep or interesting as this. They've set the bar so high that I have no idea how they'll be able to follow this one up. Sony Santa Monica should be proud. Series fans should be proud.
Apr 1, 2013God of War: Ascension isn't a bad game by any stretch of the imagination, but considering it's lineage, it feels like a step back rather than a step forward.
Mar 26, 2013Exactly what one would expect from one of Kratos' adventures. It's gritty, action packed, super-violent, and feels as epic as ever. As fun as it is, one can't help but feel like we have played this game before...perhaps a major change of scenery is needed before this patented formula wears out its welcome.
Mar 20, 2013Ascension might be a prequel but it's far from a step behind in the relevance of God of War. Instead it is a necessary evolution that builds a better future for the franchise. Its half baked multiplayer could benefit with further balance and better objectives but putting that aside, the story is as tradition dictates an epic tale of vengeance, blood and loads of action. Despite the glorious combat and top-notch graphics, we can avoid feeling disenchanted with a toned down Kratos, but after all it comes with the logic of this being the beginnings.
Apr 22, 2013Ascension shows a warrior who is miles away from being the ultimate and flawless killing machine we all know and love. He is more like an unguided projectile here, trying to cope with all the injustice delivered unto him. [April 2013, p.62]
Mar 7, 2013Bloodier than ever, the god of Sony's IPs come back with a title than focuses on the beginning of the tragedy. Reluctant to remember what happened, Kratos only wants to break the pact he made once with Ares. God of War: Ascension bring us a visual spectacle that pushes PlayStation 3 to its limits, carrying new elements for the gameplay and even a Multiplayer mode that helps to extend the life of this spartan odyssey. A great Good-bye to the character until the Next Generation.
User score distribution:
Positive: 163 out of 218
Mixed: 19 out of 218
Negative: 36 out of 218
Mar 14, 2013
Mar 12, 2013
Mar 12, 2013


text:
Financial Aid Options from JCSU
There are several types of financial aid that are available through the university.
Institutional Aid Program
Johnson C. Smith University administers various types of scholarships. Academic scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement (3.2 or better GPA is required). Entering freshmen are offered scholarships based upon SAT and ACT scores, class rank and high school GPA.
Athletic Grant-In-Aid
This grant is designed to meet the needs of student athletes at Johnson C. Smith University. Individual coaches determine the amounts offered.
Music Scholarship
Music scholarships are available to students who demonstrate exceptional skills in band and choir. Either the band director or choir director at Johnson C. Smith University must recommend students for these scholarships.


text:
Lean Startup Conference Livestream Simulcast - Davao City!Gabriel JaldonTuesday, December 25, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PST) |
Who's Going
San Francisco, California
London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
On December 4th (PH time) the biggest names in the Lean Startup world and a slew of entrepreneurs will gather at The Lean Startup Conference in San Francisco. Fishburners was named the official simulcast partner for Sydney and will stream the entire single-track event at Fishburners free of charge.
Join us to watch, learn and discuss how to be more innovative, use people's time better, and be more successful.
Whether you're new to Lean Startup methods or have been putting these practices to use in your organization, this event promises to educate and inform. The Lean Startup Conference brings together innovators from startups, Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and non-profit organizations to share lessons for building profitable lean organizations. More than 30 entrepreneurs will speak about their first-hand experiences, with keynotes including:
- Marc Andreessen, co-founder and general partner at Andreessen
- Horowitz
- Steve Blank, serial entrepreneur, author, lecturer at Stanford
- Beth Comstock, chief marketing officer at GE
- Eric Ries, author of The Lean Startup
While knowledge about the new science of entrepreneurship has gone global, startup ecosystems are always local. Come to Fishburners event space on December 4th at 3am (We are synchig with San Fransisco time so it will be an early start!) to meet fellow Sydney entrepreneurs interested in creating and managing successful
"Lean Startup isn't about being cheap [but is about] being less wasteful and
still doing things that are big."
- Eric Ries
To learn more about the conference and its speakers, visit The Lean Startup Conference at http://leanstartup.co/. Read about the Lean Startup movement and principles at http://theleanstartup.com
When & Where
GJaldon Office
Davao City,
Davao Region
Tuesday, December 25, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PST)
Add to my calendar


text:
Breaking Bad
- Release date:20 January 2008 (USA)
- Genre:
- Summary:Bryan Cranston stars in this drama focused on a mid-life crisis gone bad for an underachieving high school chemistry teacher (Walter White), who becomes a drug dealer after he discovers that he has lung cancer. With a new sense of fearlessness based on his medical prognosis, and a desire to gain financial security for his family, Walter White joins forces with an old student, Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul), in a quest that follows their entry into a dangerous world of drugs and crime. [+]more
- External links:
Select Season
- All
- Season 5
- Season 4
- Season 3
- Season 2
- Season 1
Episode Guide For Breaking Bad add new episode
- Episode 1 Live Free or Die 7/15/2012
- Episode 2 Madrigal 7/22/2012
- Episode 3 Hazard Pay 7/29/2012
- Episode 4 Fifty-One 8/5/2012
- Episode 5 Dead Freight 8/12/2012
- Episode 6 Buyout 8/19/2012
- Episode 7 Say My Name 8/26/2012
- Episode 8 Gliding Over All 9/2/2012
- Episode 9 Blood Money 8/11/2013
- Episode 10 Buried 8/18/2013
- Episode 11 Confessions 8/25/2013
- Episode 12 Rabid Dog 9/1/2013
- Episode 13 To'hajiilee 9/8/2013
- Episode 14 Ozymandias 9/15/2013
- Episode 15 Granite State 9/22/2013
- Episode 16 Felina 9/29/2013
- Episode 0 Sneak Peek
- Episode 1 Box Cutter 7/17/2011
- Episode 2 Thirty-Eight Snub 7/24/2011
- Episode 3 Open House 7/31/2011
- Episode 4 Bullet Points 8/7/2011
- Episode 5 Shotgun 8/14/2011
- Episode 6 Cornered 8/21/2011
- Episode 7 Problem Dog 8/28/2011
- Episode 8 Hermanos 9/4/2011
- Episode 9 Bug 9/11/2011
- Episode 10 Salud 9/18/2011
- Episode 11 Crawl Space 9/25/2011
- Episode 12 End Times 10/2/2011
- Episode 13 Face Off 10/9/2011
- Episode 14 Inside Breaking Bad: Episode 413 "Face Off" Wrap Up 10/10/2011
TVMuse Recommends
Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed
Seasons 1 - 4 are only good in the finale episodes. It gets boring every now and then, but trust me when I say season 5 is 16 episodes of constant drama. I never got why the show was so popular until I finished it.
2 months ago -
Almost forgot Anna Gunn. She won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.
8 months ago -
Breaking Bad won an Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series and Bryan Cranston won an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Aaron Paul also won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.
8 months ago -
@blabla Good to hear about a second season. Too bad the premiere was pushed back..
10 months ago -
Better Call Saul, the upcoming prequel spin-off series, has already been renewed for a 13-episode second season.
10 months ago
The spin-off's premiere, which was originally slated to debut in November, will now premiere in early 2015, with season 2 hitting the air in early 2016. -
A hell of a serie with an atonishing end
11 months ago -
This show is EPIC
1 years ago -
Am I the only one that does not worship this series? I mean, it was okay and all that, a quality show, but I've watched plenty of series way better than this....
1 years ago -
Will always be one of the most interesting shows made.
1 years ago -
Better Call Saul is going to be on Netflix.
1 years ago -
this show has become one of my all time fav's
1 years ago
i will dearly miss it.
i think the way it ended had to be like that for the since of logic -
This show is amazing. Well, the first few seasons were amazing. The closer I got to end, the more the story arc pissed me off. I wish I'd stopped before it all went bad.
2 years ago -
Awesome show - you won't regret watching...... every season just gets better and better
2 years ago -
awesome finale ( much better than dexter's lol , love the both shows )
2 years ago
that MG-42
brrrrrrrrrrr , brrrrrrrrrr , somehow thought that jesse's car gonna explode though -
Couldn't've asked for a better climax than this . wow wht a finale it was. The words which suit the most is " Just the right ending"
2 years ago
Having said that, now that Walt is gone ,and don't forget Jesse is still there. Maybe ten years from now , who knows this show could reappear with Jesse Pinkman taking the baton as 'Isenberg' :) , I know its a long shot ,but hey who wouldn't want that....
cheers on the perfect ending though ! :) -
Aw I am really gonna miss this one.
2 years ago
Will probably start rewatching from season one as soon as exams are over! -
yes! im so happy with this show start to finish!
2 years ago
incredible!!!! -
Fucking phenomenal finale! I won't give anything away, but I wasn't disappointed in the least! So sad to see it go, but so happy with how it all turned out
2 years ago -
this was a amazing show to watch what i really didn't aspect at the beginning Breaking Bad is the Best Tv Show Ever, every episode was a thrill i enjoyed watching it and i hope to see Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul soon in other series's movies
2 years ago -
Love this show, and it had a perfect ending!!!
2 years ago
So sad to see it go... -
@dave84 That would be pretty cool....
2 years ago -
Scenes I'd like to see for the ending Jesse some how gets a hold of Walt's shotgun takes Todd s head off in front of Jack and than cuts the exporter bitch in half with some 00 buck than he and Walt side by side go out blasting Jack and crew. Maybe with Sinatra's "I did it my way" playing in the back ground.Yeah
2 years ago -
Cant wait until the spin off, I mean who doesn't like Saul?
2 years ago -
The "Better Call Saul" spin-off series has been confirmed.
2 years ago -
andow7s rant is the funniest here.
2 years ago
and i cant see how lost is so popular. its sooo slow and boring after the 1st season. -
I hear this show is ending?
2 years ago
I really need to catch up from season 3 :P
Seriously GREAT SHOW :) -
2 years ago
Great opening for the second half of the season. Would've expected the outcoming moment with Walter and Hank a little later but really a great way to build up suspense for the next episodes. The scene where Jesse threw his money away was one of my favorites, I'm afraid he's going to die though at some point soon. -
2 years ago
You're the sheit. Thanks. -
One more day! Finally!!! I have been avoiding all entertainment media just to assure that i don't see or read a spoiler.
2 years ago - heskew 2 posts
This comment is hidden because it's likely to be inappropriate or spam. Click here to show.
2 years ago - heskew 2 posts
This comment is hidden because it's likely to be inappropriate or spam. Click here to show.
2 years ago -
only 2 days!!!!!!!!
2 years ago -
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD. I can't wait for this.
2 years ago
Put it on Putlocker plz. -
I'm actually glad this show will end on such a high note. I'm glad it didn't go the way of "Weeds" and drag on for 4 seasons longer than it should have.
2 years ago -
These are some interesting episode titles. "Ozymandias"? Now that's deep. Any thoughts or predictions on what Hank will do after flushing that toilet? Lol.
2 years ago -
the good thing about it takin so long for the last episodes to start, I now can watch the 1st episodes again because I kinda forgot what happened lol
2 years ago -
Why is this the last season?
2 years ago -
This show starting back is so very bitter sweet. While I am glad that it's about to start back, I'm sad that this is gonna be the final 8 episodes. IMO, the best show on TV...EVER! Got a felling it's going to be a hell of a ride up until the final episode.
2 years ago -
@nebulae I usually avoid comparing shows, but since you brought it up... The walking dead is awesome and actually my favorite series, but if we're being realistic, Breaking bad is fantastic in every aspect, and overall much better than TWD. Lost on the other hand is a different story, I never got the vibe about it. But since people love it so much, I guess it can't be that bad.
2 years ago
Generally speaking, it really boils down to which show owns your heart, and not which show applies to certain "quality" criteria (of course having both would be ideal), hence comparing shows leads nowhere in the end.
Care to share what it is you love most about the walking dead? Is it the action, the characters, the story, or a combination? Then maybe I could suggest other tv series that apply to "the greatness of the walking dead" as YOU perceive it :) PM me, no need to spoil the comment section for BB with more TWD talk.
More to the point, I can't wait to see the conclusion of this amazing series! -
Such a brilliant show its a shame i took so long to finally give in and watch it.
2 years ago -
2 years ago
yes this is true :/ -
The best show is The Walking Dead, followed by Lost. Breaking Bad is good and at times very good, but does not come close to the first two.
2 years ago
Any recommendations on a show that approaches The Walking Dead in greatness? -
mid season breaks are nothing new to amc. and they wont "loose" any fans because this season has been amazing and will end amazing.
2 years ago -
@Kay07: The ratings don't really matter, these are the final episodes anyway.
2 years ago -
love the show. but hope it tanks just due to how they are choosing release dates.
2 years ago
All this wait for 6 epis. meanwhile they were finalized 11 months ago.
really hope they loose 1/2 there fan base. -
Greatest show ever
2 years ago -
God.. I can't believe I slept on this show! Seen all 5 seasons in less than 2 months now lol. It has quickly become one of my all-time favorite shows!
2 years ago
If you haven't seen it yet then you best get to it like ASAP!!! trust me you won't regret it! :) -
This is, by far, the best show ever made! I've watched some shows, but nothing compares to this. Every show I've watched after this one..just didnt do it for me.
2 years ago -
Haven't watch any of season 5 yet.
2 years ago - View older comments (76 more)


text: on Mar 30, 2013 @ 3:45 PMMar 30, 2013 @ 3:45 PM Published Serbia denounces anti-Semitic postersSerbia strongly condemned Saturday the appearance on streets of Belgrade of apparent anti-Semitic posters, marking the 14th anniversary of the NATO bombing campaign to stop Serbian forces in Kosovo. "Those who dishonour Serbia with these anti-Semitic posters will be apprehended and brought to justice," Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic told journalists.The posters appear to suggest that Israel was behind NATO's bombing in the spring of 1999. They show a map of Serbia and photographs of buildings destroyed by the bombardment, with a plane with the star of David -- a symbol of Judaism -- flying overhead and ready to drop a bomb.The posters include the message "14 years after the bombardment, their terror continues" and it is signed by the Serb ultranationalist organisation "Kri i cast" (Blood and honour), according to pictures by the local press.The Israeli embassy in Belgrade also denounced the posters, saying in a statement it was "aware that this incident does not reflect the attitude of Serbian society which has respected Jewish citizens throughout its history."NATO's bombing of Serbia which began on March 24, 1999, and lasted 78 days, was aimed at driving Serb forces out of the breakaway province of Kosovo that were suppressing an independence movement by the ethnic Albanian majority.Kosovo unilaterally declared independence in 2008, a move that Belgrade has never recognised.sm/cn/boc/bm


text:
Welcome! You are browsing as a guest
Would you like to see
projects made from this pattern
and much more?
join Ravelry now
What am I missing?
© Eleven Handmade
© Eleven Handmade
© Eleven Handmade
© Eleven Handmade
© Eleven Handmade
© Eleven Handmade
Amelie Top. SALE
This pattern
is available
for $6.00 USD
buy it now
Sophisticated and romantic top. Reminds of Paris…. Simple stitches for the basic part of the top… and completely new approach on how to make ruffles!
This pattern includes a photo tutorial on how to work with the ruffle yarn.
Level: Intermediate
Size: XS S; M; L; XL
Bust: 30" 34"; 38"; 42"; 46"
1) Basic Yarn
Yarn weight: Fingering /4 ply (14 wpi)
2-3 skeins = 200-300 gr
2) Ruffle Yarn
Yarn weight: Super Bulky (5-6 wpi)
1 skein = 50 gr
Additional materials:
Yarn needle
Crochet Hook:
F / 3,75 mm. Or adjust the hook to obtain gauge.
4"/10 cm = 11 rows = 23 sts
Stitches used:
Chain (ch); Single crochet (sc); Double crochet (dc); Treble (tr).
Music: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWaqWVfm1WY&feature=re...


text:
There is currently no text in this page. You can search for this page title in other pages, or search the related logs, but you do not have permission to create this page.
Law poll:Title 3. Health Professions. Subtitle D. Dentistry from Chapter 262. Regulation Of Dental Hygienists (Texas)
From Law Delta
For |
Against |


text:
Common Conditions
Featured Topics
Health concern on your mind?
See what your medical symptoms could mean, and learn about possible conditions.
WebMD Pain Coach
Find Information About:
Drugs & Supplements
Get information and reviews on prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements. Search by name or medical condition.
Drug Basics & Safety
Having trouble identifying your pills?
Enter the shape, color, or imprint of your prescription or OTC drug. Our pill identification tool will display pictures that you can compare to your pill.
Save your medicine, check interactions, sign up for FDA alerts, create family profiles and more.
Drug News
WebMD Mobile Drug Information App
Featured Content
WebMD cuts through the hype to reveal the best kept secrets for healthy hair.
Living Healthy Centers
Diet, Food & Fitness
Beauty, Balance & Love
Living Well
WebMD Allergy App for iPhone
Protect yourself and your family by learning which health precautions and vaccines are advised for your destination.
Family and Pregnancy Centers
WebMD Pregnancy App for iPhone
WebMD Health Experts and Community
Talk to health experts and other people like you in WebMD's Communities. It's a safe forum where you can create or participate in support groups and discussions about health topics that interest you.
WebMD Second Opinion
WebMD Communities
Got a health question? Get answers provided by leading organizations, doctors, and experts.
WebMD Newsletters
If your child is ready to use the toilet, it usually takes about 6 weeks from first introducing the potty to the time she's going on her own and staying dry most of the time.
Even after your child is staying dry during the day, it can be months and even years before your child can make it through the night.
Although potty training is a big milestone -- and one much anticipated by parents! -- you'll want to be sure your toddler is ready. Forcing toilet training on a child who is really resisting can backfire. Instead, try to make potty time fun (read stories, sing songs). Offer nonfood rewards like stickers or trips to the park. And don't make your child stay on the toilet if she doesn't want to.
On average, kids in the United States are toilet-trained between 2 and 3 years old. And -- sorry! -- there's no relationship between when a child is potty-trained and how smart she is.
How will you know when she's ready for potty training? Here are two signs: She can sit still long enough to go -- between 3 and 5 minutes. And she's interested in watching YOU go to the toilet.
Some little ones have a bowel movement right after dinner or right before bed, like clockwork. Others' poop habits are less predictable. Most of the time it's not a problem. When to worry? If there are major changes, such as much more frequent pooping, painful stools, blood in the stools, or ongoing diarrhea, check with your doctor.
Aggressive behavior is common as young children learn the rules of the world around them. The immediate fix? You may have to remove her from some situations.
To help her become less aggressive over time: Model gentle behavior by showing her "nice touches." Praise her "grown-up" behavior when she uses her words rather than hitting, kicking, or biting.
To prevent meltdowns, plan naps or snacks before play dates to make sure she's feeling her best.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under age 2 watch no TV at all. Why? This is a critical time for your child's brain development. TV can get in the way of other, more important learning activities -- like active play, socializing, and physical activity.
Worried that your toddler is getting too much tube time? Cut back one step at a time. Try turning the TV off during meals. Keep TVs and computers out of bedrooms. Make a "No TV on weekdays" rule for the whole family.
Many toddlers fight bedtime -- often they just want to be where you are.
Don't cut his nap to wear him out. Most kids this age still need an afternoon nap. Cutting it can make him cranky or too wired at bedtime because he's overtired.
Instead, stick with a consistent, relaxing bedtime routine every night. Give him a comfort object like a blanket or stuffed toy, and read him a book. Does he need extra reassurance? Try a night-light, or leave the door cracked.
Younger toddlers do mostly play "next to" each other rather than with each other. But don't give up on those play dates. Early play is important. It helps kids learn to make friends.
Make play dates toddler-friendly by:
Nuggets won't work forever because they can make him gain unhealthy weight and he'll miss out on important nutrients. But keep the faith. Picky eating is VERY common at this age. No need to worry that he'll never eat vegetables. Don't "force" him to eat anything. That could make him hate a food for life.
Instead, keep offering lots of interesting, safe, and healthy food choices, including foods he can feed himself. He may shock you one day when he goes for the broccoli. If you're concerned he's not getting enough nutrients, talk with your pediatrician.
Pacifiers are actually good for infants. But pediatricians say you should wean your child off his binky when he's about 6 months old. That cuts his risk of getting an ear infection. If he goes past 2 years old, it can cause permanent problems with his teeth.
Try piercing the hole or cutting the tip to make sucking less satisfying. Or tell your child that he's a big kid now and that when big kids give up their pacies, they go to new babies who need them. Make a big show of it.
Your toddler's been doing fine, and all of a sudden she wails when you go to leave. It's common for separation anxiety to rear its head again at about 18 months. Truth is, you may be more upset by her farewell fussing than she is. Want to know a secret? Most toddlers calm down within a few minutes after their parent leaves. Make a fast goodbye and promise her you'll be back to pick her up.
It may seem scary, but many toddlers bang their heads to comfort or stimulate themselves, or to release frustration. Don't let it worry you too much. On the other hand, if the head banging goes along with social problems -- for example, if your child rarely looks directly at you and doesn't seem to want to play with you -- or if it's been going on for a long time, there may be cause for concern. Check with your pediatrician.
If you're concerned, just get her checked out by your pediatrician. The average toddler can say between 15 and 20 words by about 18 months.
You should be OK if: Your child understands what you say to her and follows directions (like "bring your shoes to Mommy"); interacts with others; and is otherwise developing normally. She may just be a late talker, and most late talkers catch up to their chatterbox peers by the time they're in grade school.
You've got this toddlerhood thing down!
You're on the right track, but it looks like you learned a new thing or two about toddlers.
Uh-oh! Looks like you learned some good stuff about toddlers and what makes them tick. Retake the quiz to score higher.


text:
Jakarta takes road to change: the winding-up of BPMigas has sparked uncertainty in Indonesia
By Amanda Battersby and Tan Hwee Hwee Manila and Singapore
15 November 2012 23:59 GMT
Your message has been sent
E-mail this to a friend.
Membership includes a subscription to our weekly newspaper providing in-depth news from the energy industry, plus full-access to this site and its archives. Still not convinced? Try our free trial.
Already a member?
To protect your subscription investment, we've instituted a security system to protect against the electronic redistribution of copyrighted Upstream Online content. Read more


text:
The Library
Reduced 1/f noise in p-Si0.3Ge0.7 metamorphic metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor
UNSPECIFIED. (2004) Reduced 1/f noise in p-Si0.3Ge0.7 metamorphic metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor. APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS, 84 (4). pp. 610-612. ISSN 0003-6951
Full text not available from this repository.
Official URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.1643532
We have demonstrated reduced 1/f low-frequency noise in sub-mum metamorphic high Ge content p-Si0.3Ge0.7 metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) at 293 K. Three times lower normalized power spectral density (NPSD) S-I D/I-D(2) of drain current fluctuations over the 1-100 Hz range at V-DS=-50 mV and V-G-V-th=-1.5 V was measured for a 0.55 mum effective gate length p-Si0.3Ge0.7 MOSFET compared with a p-Si MOSFET. Performed quantitative analysis clearly demonstrates the importance of carrier number fluctuations and correlated mobility fluctuations (CMFs) components of 1/f noise for p-Si surface channel MOSFETs, and the absence of CMFs for p-Si0.3Ge0.7 buried channel MOSFETs. This explains the reduced NPSD for p-Si0.3Ge0.7 MOSFETs in strong inversion. (C) 2004 American Institute of Physics.
Item Type: | Journal Article |
Subjects: | Q Science > QC Physics |
Journal or Publication Title: | APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS |
Publisher: | AMER INST PHYSICS |
Official Date: | 26 January 2004 |
Volume: | 84 |
Number: | 4 |
Number of Pages: | 3 |
Page Range: | pp. 610-612 |
Identification Number: | 10.1063/1.1643532 |
Publication Status: | Published |
URI: | http://wrap.warwick.ac.uk/id/eprint/8885 |
Data sourced from Thomson Reuters' Web of Knowledge
Request changes or add full text files to a record
Actions (login required)
View Item |


text:
Yesterday, I got a request from Tyler Starke about doing a post regarding how I broke into comics. I figured I'd oblige.
I'll start with a "recap" of my career so far…
My first published comic was in the first issue of Alterna Comics' ALTERNA TALES anthology. It was an 8-page horror story titled "What I Am" that was illustrated by "Kraven" Kurt Belcher. The book came out in summer 2007, though I don't recall the exact month.
My first published series was a three issue mini titled RUIN. "Maniac" Mike Gallagher illustrated it and it was published by Alterna Comics throughout the latter half of 2007 and, I believe, into the beginning of 2008. The thing's currently out of print, so if anybody wants to see it, shoot me a PM and I'll see what I can do.
My second published series was, of course, HYBRID BASTARDS! with "Killer" Kate Glasheen. The first two issues came out winter 2007/2008. Around that time, my publisher, Archaia starting going through a company restructuring and, now, the hardcover collection's coming out this March (and it's available to order on Amazon right now!)
It may seem like there hasn't been a lot of activity over that period, but behind and in-between these published credits are many, many false starts. I actually broke-in to comics in 2005 with a title that ultimately got aborted because the artist stopped producing pages. We were set to be published, we had completed an issue and the guy just stopped drawing for us. The short story that wound up in ALTERNA TALES was originally supposed to be in another anthology, but the editor ended up being a big talker and the story went to Alterna instead, who got it printed within a month.
I got asked in an interview once if there were long hours in writing. There can be, depending on your own workflow, but the real long hours come in waiting for a project to come to fruition. For instance, I came up with the idea for HYBRID BASTARDS! in 2004 (if not earlier). Writing is the realm of delayed gratification. Italicize that, underline it and put it in bold. Writing is delayed gratification.
There's a lot to cover about writing for comics, both professionally and philosophically, so I'll stick to three basic questions right now.
How do you find an artist? There's no one answer for this. Kate's a family connection - - her folks are my Godparents. I got to working with Mike after I saw his General Grievous fanart he drew on theforce.net's fanart gallery and sent him a blind inquiry. I've known Kurt for almost ten years - - we met in CBR's chat room - - but we'd known eachother for almost three years before we started collaborating. He actually drew my first short, "The Legend of Minimus", and my first series pitch, THE DELETION OF VOLT MAN. Both projects never went anywhere, but they established an excellent creative relationship that continues to this day. We've actually got a mini-series in the pipleline that should be formally announced soon.
How do you get a book published? Go to conventions! It isn't the only way, but it cuts through a lot of red tape. There's no effort more valuable that getting face-time with a publisher. If ticket's are too pricey for you, then volunteer. That's what I did at Wizardworld Chicago 2005 when I first met Archaia. You can spend half the day managing lines, save $45 (or $135 if you go all three) and do whatever you want for the rest of the day.
How do you get taken seriously if you're an unknown? Be realistic about your goals. Keep your comic relatively short - - I've stuck with three issues, so far. There's no quicker way for a publisher not to take you seriously than for you to say, "This storyline's the first part of a hundred issue epic." That's not just presuming success, that's presuming enormous success. Listen, it's hard enough to write a good 8-pager. Learn how to crawl before you try to sprint. Also, don't even bother talking to somebody if you don't have a full creative team with you. The publishers wants to see comics page that are inked, colored and lettered. I've shot myself in the foot a number of times by handing in pitches with only pencils or inks.
I'll stop before this runs too long in the tooth. If you, the rabid Comic Vine community, would be interested in more columns like this, I can certainly go into more detail. Or if you'd like to see another column about something else, shoot me a PM.
-- Tom Pinchuk is the writer of UNIMAGINABLE for Arcana Comics and HYBRID BASTARDS! for Archaia Comics. Watch out for the HYBRID BASTARDS! hardcover collection this March - - available for pre-order now on Amazon.com.


text:
Accoring to the US Census Bureau, Boror ranked #149,328 in frequency out of 151,671 surnames for which statistics were released from the 2000 Census. 101 people, or approximately 1 in every 2,670,912 individuals in the US had this surname in 2000.
Source: "Genealogy Data: Frequently Occurring Surnames from Census 2000", US Census Bureau.
Histopolis currently has 0 grave(s) with the surname Boror.
The surname Boror has a Soundex code of B660. The following 86 surname(s) may sound similar to Boror since they share the same Soundex code.


text:
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
© Copyright 2015
Clayton News Daily
The staffs of the Henry Daily Herald and Clayton News Daily have enjoyed, and benefited from, the interaction –– the news tips, ideas, comments, suggestions and questions –– with the papers' "friends" on Facebook.
Those "friends" are a large and growing community of readers from various walks of life in the communities we serve, whose input is important to us. In fact, we are becoming hooked on it. So, keep it up. We currently have more than 2.400 friends on our Henry profile page and nearly 1,000 friends on our, younger, Clayton profile page. Our list of friends is growing so rapidly that we have decided to create "Business" pages for our Clayton and Henry papers, so we can better accommodate the growing audience of readers who want to interact with us. With the so-called friends pages, we are limited to just 5,000 members in our Facebook community. At the rate we are growing, we will soon be out of space to welcome any new friends who might want to be a part of the informative, and often, beneficial things going on in our cyberspace neighborhood. With a Business page, the number of people who can be a part of our neighborhood is unlimited. Therefore, we will soon be moving just up the cyberspace block to new digs, where we can accommodate all who want to join us. Our Henry Daily Herald and Clayton News Daily Business pages are scheduled to officially "go live" on Friday, Feb. 4. So, if you want to join the often-stimulating, funny or over-the-backyard-fence conversations in our new neighborhood, you're welcome to drop by. We have big plans for the new pages, where we will develop new features, coupon savings, shopping tips and alerts, and helpful information from various sources. Our current friends pages will be shut down soon, as we make the transition, so remember to look for our new Business pages, so you can continue to be "in the loop and in the know." –– The EditorsMore like this story
- We're moving to new digs on Facebook ( January 31, 2011 )
- Henry Sheriff's Office launches 'interactive' web site ( October 18, 2010 )
- Drinking from the Facebook learning fountain ( August 29, 2013 )
- Tip for winning passes to Niekro event ( July 22, 2011 )
- The lost art of letter-writing - Jason Smith ( August 12, 2009 )