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1. Eligibility: This Promotion is open only to legal residents of the lower 48 United States and D.C. (void in Hawaii and Alaska) who are 21 years of age or older, except employees and members of their households and immediate families (spouses, parents, siblings, children and each of their respective spouses) of the Promotion Entities (as defined below) and their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, and affiliates, and their advertising and promotion agencies and all local sponsors.
2. Privacy: When you enter at the Website, you may be asked to consent to receive promotional e-mails and reminders for upcoming promotions and information from Go RVing, Inc. ("Go RVing"). Consenting to receive such e-mails is optional and does not have to be agreed to in order to be eligible to enter the Promotion and does not improve your chances of winning. In the event you do consent to receive these e-mails, the use of such e-mails shall be subject to the privacy policy of Go RVing (the "Privacy Policy"), which is available at: http://gorving.org/pubs/privacy_statement.cfm. Any information you submit as part of the Promotion will be treated in accordance with Privacy Policy. Except where prohibited, participation in the Promotion constitutes your consent to Sponsor's use of your name, likeness, entry, and state of residence for promotional purposes in any media without further payment or consideration.
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Certification Forms & Documents
Each student teacher must schedule an "exit interview" with the Certification Officer during the field experience.
The appropriate documents will be reviewed and cross-endorsements will be discussed.
The following documents are required:
1. ED 170A Short Form Application for CT Initial Educator Certificate:
- http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/lib/sde/PDF/Cert/certform/ed_170a.pdf
- Complete and bring 1st page only – ED 170A-1
2. Money order, certified bank check or cashier's check for $200.00.
3. UNH Certification Checklist.
4. Duplicated PLT/PRAXIS II/ACTFL test score results.
For more information on the certification requirements for other States, please visit the table below.
Table Attributed to the University of Kentucky, College of Education


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(Antananarivo, Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Antsirabe, Ranomafana, Fianarantsoa, Isalo National Park, Anakao)
The mist is heavy deep in the Madagascan rainforest and sweat drips from your brow after a full-day hike. Then you see it grazing among the bamboo thickets – the rare golden bamboo lemur – and your heart leaps.
An experienced local tracker and expert park ranger will lead you deep into the Ranomafana rainforest in search of the elusive golden bamboo lemur, and when the sun goes down a night-time tour will reveal the forest's nocturnal secrets such as the skittish fosa or small puma and the tiny mouse lemur. You'll also traverse the island's lush highlands where you'll visit traditional villages and encounter the abundant wildlife; marvel at the barren landscapes and twisted rock formations in Isalo National Park; and explore the ancient old city of Antananarivo.
From the secret life of Madagascar's deep rainforests to the lush highlands and the barren moonscapes of Isalo, this tour presents the island's diverse environments in all their pristine glory. Experienced trackers and park rangers guide the way and reveal the elusive wildlife of the island's unique ecosystems, and accommodations from historic townhouses to rainforest lodges provide an authentic Madagascan experience.
Kensington Tours offers local support in each region you visit, another reason we deliver unbeatable value. Enjoy a personalized vacation that best suits your needs, developed by one of our experienced destination experts. Relax during your trip with our 24/7 support and expert local guidance.
Meet your in-country representative at the airport before setting out on this unique Malagasy adventure.
Please be aware that your driver will be waiting for you at the International Arrival gate. An airport sign with your name should be seen and you may have to look for the Kensington Tours logo if the airport gets overcrowded. If you cannot locate your driver please remain calm and approach the Airport Welcome Service. An announcement intended for your driver can be broadcasted there, and this will then become the rally point. In the case of an emergency or you cannot locate your driver, the emergency contact details are on your documents and you should call the mentioned numbers before attempting to leave the airport.
Enjoy a private vehicle transfer to/from the Antananarivo International Airport.
Begin this Madagascar adventure by exploring the capital and largest city in Madagascar. Discover the colonial history of this ancient city, and find out the reason why Antananarivo was once named "the city of a Thousand." Marvel at the goings on and the daily life routines of these Malagasy people. Highlights of this tour include a visit to the Old City sections, and the palace of the Queen, which will introduce you to the architecture and urbanism of this dynamic African city. No tour of the town is complete without a moment's pause on one of the hills to take in the view over the city.
A private vehicle with driver will be at your disposal for the day.
Depart from the Madagascar capital, Antananarivo, and travel along the hillside twisty roads towards the Eastern part of the island. The first scheduled stop will be in Marozevo at the Pereyras reserve for the first glimpse of Madagascar's unique biodiversity and fantastic Chameleon Sanctuary. Continue along to Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, and start the discovery tour of the nocturnal animals and primates that inhabit this unique and distinctive National Park.
The Lemur is a clade of strepsirrhine primates endemic to the island of Madagascar. The actually word "lemur" derives from the word lemures (ghosts or spirits) from Roman mythology, and was first used to describe the nocturnal habits and slow pace of certain creatures, which applied perfectly to the habitual primates of Madagascar. Shortly after humans arrived on the island of Madagascar some 2,000 years ago, there were some lemurs as large as a gorilla. Today, there are nearly 100 species of lemurs, and most of those species have been discovered or promoted to full species status since the 90's.
Begin the day with a hike through the rainforest to discover the natural Malagasy flora and fauna, as well as the famous Indri lemurs. The Indri lemur is one of the largest in size and has a lovey thick black and white coat. The Indri is well known for its loud, distinctive songs, which will help you to locate them within the thick forest vegetation. Other lemurs which can be seen in this area include the red-bellied lemur, brown lemur, and the lesser bamboo lemur. The park is also a place of habitat for some nocturnal lemur species including the brown mouse lemur, greater dwarf lemur, eastern woolly lemur, sportive lemur and if you lucky, the elusive nocturnal Aye Aye. During your rainforest exploration enjoy a stop for some relaxation at a picturesque waterfall. This day tour is filled with beautiful landscapes and a variety of habitual wildlife.
Almost half of the world's chameleon's population, that being some 60 different species, are found only in Madagascar. They are known for their ability to change color as these reptiles can alter their appearance in response to changes in temperature, light, and mood. By rotating each eye independently, chameleons able to see all sides and directions without moving their heads, making meals out of flies instantaneously!
Today, hop into your privately driven vehicle as you depart towards Andasibe, making route to Tana and then southwards to Antsirabe. You will cross the highlands via the famous national RN7, which leads to the South of Madagascar. A lunch-stop is scheduled in Ambatolampy where the opportunity presents itself to meet the passionate villagers who make handmade pots and other frequently used household items. In the afternoon, you will reach the town of Antsirabe, known as the "Vichy Malgache" and famous for its thermal waters and rickshaws.
Our highland crossing into the region of Betsileo brings you to the first stop in the town of Ambositra, famous for its workshops and Zafimaniry Wood Carvings. Next, we will visit some various other handcrafter workshops. Just after lunch, we will finally begin heading into the Ranomafana rainforest. Once you get there, a night visit through the rainforest will uncover some of the many nocturnal species that call this rainforest home including lemurs, frogs and chameleons. The approximately travel and tour time is 6.5 hours.
Today you will visit the Ranomafana forest; this forest is known for species of bamboo lemurs found in Madagascar. The most common is the lesser bamboo lemur which can also be seen in Andasibe. The greater bamboo lemur is very rare and only known to be found in two locations. You may find them by hearing the crack of big bamboo stems as they feed. The star of Ranomafana is the golden bamboo lemur "Hapalemuraureus" which was only discovered in 1986 whilst researchers were trying to find the greater bamboo lemur. The park was created soon after this discovery. The largest lemur in the park is the elusive Milne-Edwards sifaka, often spotted high up in the forest canopy. You should also look out for red bellied lemurs which live in couples with their offspring and red fronted brown lemurs which live in large groups. Ranomafana is also a birding hotspot but finding birds in the dense forest can be very tricky.
In real life, the island of Madagascar has no lions, giraffes, zebras, or hippos, unlike the animated movie! The fossil record shows that hippos once lived on the island, but scientists think they went extinct about 1,000 years ago. These hippos, known as pygmy hippos, were much smaller than their African relatives. The largest mammal-carnivore on the island of Madagascar is the Fossa, a close relative of the mongoose. Often compared in size to a small cougar, the Fossa feature semi-retractable claws and flexible ankles allowing it to climb and descend trees head-first.
Start the day off bright and early as you head out on a hike through the forest for a day of exploration. Set out on foot, accompanied by your expert guide, to the deep regions of the National Park of Ranomafana to view the diverse variety of Lemurs living here. The park's star attraction is the golden bamboo lemur, often found grazing amongst the bamboo thickets. Marvel at the colorful bird-life and uniquely beautiful flora and fauna of this rich natural habitat.
Enjoy your private vehicle transfer from Ranomafana to Fianarantsoa. The drive will take approximately two hours.
Today enjoy your private guided tour of old town Fianarantsoa. It is perched onto the hills with its beautiful traditional architecture reflecting the different stages of colonization. You will walk through the streets of Fianarantsoa and stop at the major landmarks to know more about the connection between the Betsileo and the period of colonization.
This adventure continues as you depart the highlands area in the comfort of a privately driven vehicle, and travel further South towards the semi-dry landscapes this truly diverse island country. The first scheduled stop of the day is in the small town of Ambalavao, one of the cultural hubs of the country, boasting a variety of architectural treasures and quaint veranda-lined houses. Enjoy a visit to the entirely natural Paper Factory in Antemoro. Here, inlaid paper is created from plants and flowers which are exported nowadays all over the globe to create some of the world's most famous and beautiful greeting cards. The day's journey is completed upon your arrival into Ranohira the main town outside Isalo National Park. Isalo National Park is home to some of Madagascar's most stunning scenery, with barren landscapes, twisted rock formations and extraordinary plants life.
Spend the day exploring the almost lunar landscapes of the Isalo National Park. With an expert guide at your side, travel through the deep canyons of this stellar location. Visit the wonderful waterfalls and natural pools as they pass, providing an ideal opportunity for a refreshing swim or to take some memorable photos. As your day comes to an end enjoy watching the natural beauty of the sun-setting below the horizon of this stunning national park.
The Tenrec is considered one of the first mammals to arrive on Madagascar. Although it looks very similar to hedgehogs, or otters, they are not closely related to any of them, their closest relatives are some other African, insectivorous mammals such as golden moles and elephant shrews. When scared, this little dynamo curls up in a ball and extend its spiky hairs to protect themselves from predators.
The Grandidiera Baobab Tree or Monkey Bread Tree is the biggest and most famous of Madagascar's six species of baobabs. This imposing and unusual tree is endemic to the island of Madagascar, where it is an endangered species threatened by the encroachment of agricultural land. Each of the Grandidier's Baobabs have massive cylindrical trunks, that span up to three meters across, and are covered with smooth, reddish-grey bark. They can reach a whopping 25 to 30 meters in height, and truly standout amongst the native Madagascar flora and fauna. They often produce large, dry fruits which contain kidney-shaped seeds providing an edible pulp.
Depart this morning bright and early on a coastal drive to the city of Toliara. En-route your expert driver will explain the importance of the numerous villages that have been formed during the period of the sapphire rush. You will then go to the Tuliara port and meet your boat trasfer to the island of Anako. This water transfer will take 45 minutes.
This morning, bright and early, your guide will take you out on an exclusive island adventure. Not far off the coral reef coastline emerges the beautiful island of Nosy Ve, an uninhabited island boasting a variety of bird species. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride to get to this small island before taking a short stroll around exploring the unique birdlife and native flora and fauna. Spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing on the picturesque, isolated beach. This day trip will make you feel as if you were in the world of Robinson Crusoe.
Today, enjoy some time doing whatever you please, reading on the beach, snorkelling and diving, a visit to the nearby village, or taking a quad-bike excursion. Anakao provides a variety of options for your leisurely enjoyment.
A privately driven speed boat will provide you with the means of transportation between Anakao and the mainland of Madagascar.
A private vehicle with driver will provide a transfer to/from the airport.
Enjoy your flight from Toliara (TLE) to Antananarivo (TNR), the flight will take 1 hour and 5 mins. Luggage restriction applicable to this flight: 20kg (44lb) per person, for checked luggage, the bag must not exceed 158cm (62 inches) in total. You can have one piece for your carry-on, weighing maximum 6kg (13lb), it must not exceed 115cm (45 inches).
Lokanga Boutique Hotel is an original Malagasy townhouse which has been furnished throughout with antiques and family souvenirs, inviting guests to journey back to the early twentieth century. Lokanga Boutique Hotel offers only 6 comfortable and exclusive rooms, each with breathtaking views over the capital, a desk, a private bathroom, individually styled and decorated with family antiques and full comforts: WIFI, mini-bar, heating during winter. After a day in the bustle of Antananarivo, guests can relax on the tea terrace and enjoy the breathtaking view out over the old city centre.
The Vakona Forest Lodge has been designed in an authentic, traditional Malagasy manner, boasting the architectural characteristics on the local buildings. Each of the 28 bungalows which have been built in a Madagascan style and has its own terrace. The dining room also offers a spectacular view of the forest as wells a cozy, warming fireplace. There is a pool and sun deck and a number of paths and sign-posted trails lead you to the middle of the primary forest.
Couleur Café is located in Antsirable the beautiful city of the highlands of Madagascar. It is made of bricks, tiles and wood in a green setting. The ten brick bungalows are located in a pleasant garden area and the main building has a communal lounge and restaurant. There is also a small shop, where you can buy souvenirs. The rooms have high ceilings and are light and airy. Each has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and there is also a fire place, which is very welcome in the colder winter months.
The Setam Lodge is set above river valley, in a heavily forested area just inside the boundaries of the Ranomafana National Park. Each of the 10 bungalows provides scenic views from there perched hilltop location of the dense rainforest and river below. Each of the 20 chalet rooms is located within the 10 bungalows.
The Tsara Guest House is a quaint little boutique hotel located in Fianarantsoa, Madagascar's second largest city, consisting of buildings with traditional highland architecture. The main building is a restored church, and it now boasts comfortable and functional rooms, all with en-suite bathroom facilities. The property has a bar, restaurant and small garden. Here, guests will enjoy an atmosphere of a simple but elegant "Art de vivre".
The Isalo Rock Lodge is a modern and stunning 60 Room Retreat, positioned high in the Sandstone Mountains, overlooking the Isalo National Park in south western Madagascar, providing guest with some breathtaking views. Whilst luxury abounds in the hotel with all modern amenities, Isalo is home to many species of flora and fauna, including, the Giant Chameleon and the renowned Lemurs.
Anakao Ocean Lodge & Spa is a magical place that by strange and fortunate circumstances has remained an uncontaminated corner away from the more chaotic mass tourism routes. If a seaside holiday has to offer more to be held as the most memorable, you will discover a cultural travel experience that is enlivened by an indomitable passion for always finding destinations where you can once again savour authentic values and a now-forgotten pace, then Anakao Ocean Lodge & Spa will provide you with great excitements. In the central area there is a bar, a restaurant, various relaxation zones within the "little square" – fulcrum of the Lodge, a TV/library room and a boutique where you can find not only articles of clothing, costumes and beach wraps but also many small craft objects, from ethnic necklaces to important wooden sculptures, strong expressions of the local culture.
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May 11, 2015
"We were a group of 5 to Morocco. We were impressed at how seamless our private guided tour went. Accommodations were five star, the choice of family run hotels, beautifully appointed with Moroccan furnishings and large breakfasts, contributed to our experience. Our guide, Ishmail and driver, Abdul, made us feel like family. Ishmail showed off his country with pride, listened to our needs and was flexible to our style and speed of travel. We couldn't be happier with our Kensington experience beginning with the pre-planning in the US with Lily Baffour. Thank you very much for a memorable experience! "
JamesSmith ,
May 12, 2015
"Our guide, Chakim, was fantastic, and our driver was excellent. We were very pleased with our accommodations. Only negative comments would be the villa in Essaouira (room, food, service not good although people very nice), and, while probably not an issue for other travelers, we were disappointed that we could not relax over a glass of wine at the end of our journey because Hotel Le Doge did not offer alcoholic beverages. We are currently scheduled with Kensington Tours for India in November and we are now planning on scheduling with Kensington for all our trips - right now that would be Thailand to Mynamar, and Egypt with Dubai extension. We are extremely happy with Kensington Tours and their travel agents. We would recommend Lily Balfour to anyone. "
EarleBarnwell ,
April 08, 2015
"Kensington and its partners did not miss a single deadline, appointment or function to our total satisfaction. The result, no stress and total enjoyment."
StephenReeves ,
April 08, 2015
"Christine was absolutely superb both in helping us frame and develop a custom tour as well as in constant follow up until we left. Inevitably things will change on the ground when trips are planned in advance and Christine was consistently on top of the changes and advised us accordingly. As first time travelers to Kenya and Tanzania Christine's advice and guidance was simply excellent. Rose, in Kensington's Nairobi office was likewise superb. Totally responsive to our needs, she helped make a few final adjustments while we were there. Once again, an exceptional experience made possible by Kensington."
Sachi Gowda ,
December 15, 2014
"We are extremely happy with your service from beginning to end and we had very a memorable trip."
Ronald Jones ,
December 12, 2014
"I cannot express how fabulous our trip was!! I know it was made that way thanks to ALL the kind, knowledgable, and helpful people that you all placed in our path. Many went above and beyond to make our experience even more positive. From drivers, to guides, to hotel staff---we met some wonderful people that we can now call friends. Thank you Christine and Kensington tours for this once in a lifetime African adventure!"
RonJones ,
December 15, 2014
"Christine, our family trip was ALL we wanted it to be. The hotel accommodations in the cities were GREAT. We needed to make some room assignment adjustments but that's to be expected with a large family with children and same names.
I don't know where/how ya'll got those guides but...KEEP'EM! In both Cape Town and Joberg the guys knew their cities and environs excellently. Their English was very good...so good in fact that several got the sarcasm and even joked some. I do apologize if we over-tipped. I relied on each family to tip their own driver but, I wasn't sure of their "sense of what was right" so I followed up with something for each.
Simbavati was "PERFECT". As much as Glenda and I really liked Ngala, I do not think they could have handled a family as well...UNLESS, they had accommodations we did not see.
Please rest assured when ever I plan to travel on a multi-dimensional trip in the future, for sure with a group, or maybe just Glenda and I, I'll be calling Kensington... Christine and Donna specifically. And most definitely, anytime I can recommend a travel professional, your company and you two will be mentioned by name!
Thank you again Christine...you presented us the exact trip we dreamed about for our family and your folks on the ground made it happen! I sincerely hope you, Donna and everyone else involved have a most Blessed Christmas and a wonderful, successful New Year!"
Bruce Lundstrom ,
December 15, 2014
"Morocco has a lot to offer. Food, historic sites, craftsmen (rugs, jewelry, ceramics, furniture, etc.), natural beauty, roads and infrastructure, and a reasonably safe environment. Both Guide (Abdel) and Driver were excellent. Service-oriented, timely and easy going. Abdel was not afraid to speak his mind, offer suggestions and give us feedback on ideas. We enjoyed their company."
AlbertLind ,
December 09, 2014
"A truly wonderful trip......first class accommodations and service in each venue....the guides were knowledgable and went out of their way to insure that we could see and understand Africa. Capetown is a fascinating city, Sabi Sands an extraordinary private game preserve, and Zimbabwe with Victoria Falls and the Victoria Falls Hotel a once in a lifetime experience. For those who want to visit Africa we enthusiastically recommend Kensington Tours. And Jolene Plant stayed with us in every step during the planning of our trip and itinerary. We saw as much of Africa as much as anyone can during our two weeks vacation."
Belinda Skelton ,
December 12, 2014
"This was one of the most amazing trips that I have ever had. The custom tours and activities exceeded my expectations. I was traveling alone but felt safe and in good hands. The process of booking the trip with Lily Baffour was so easy and personal, especially with the constant communications from her up to my departure. Thank you Kensington Tours for an awesome experience. I will definitely use you for my next adventure!"
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The new musical Chaplin is bringing the silent film era to Broadway, starring Rob McClure as the legendary screen icon. Find out if new Broadway.com Word of Mouth panelists Elissa, Yiping and Brian enjoyed their bittersweet journey to Hollywood.
Broadway.com video blogger Jenn Colella's got a nose for news, and this week she got the scoop on the gents of Chaplin. See them in various stages of undress while sipping cocktails, feeding tea to a fox and more backstage silliness.September 6, 2012
Rob McClure is tightrope walking his way to Broadway in Chaplin, a toe-tapping new musical by Christopher Curtis and Thomas Meehan. See McClure channel the comic icon alongside Christiane Noll, Jenn Colella and more.September 5, 2012
Broadway.com video blogger Jenn Colella kicks off the very first episode of Hedda's Headlines with a trip backstage to meet the ladies of Chaplin. Get a peek at the silly hijinks, from songs about cameltoe to tandem toothbrushing!August 30, 2012
Performances of the rip-roaring new musical Chaplin have begun at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where the show opens officially on September 10. Watch Rob McClure and the cast sing with the Chaplin orchestra for the very first time!August 27, 2012
Rob McClure is gearing up to star in Chaplin on August 21 at the Barrymore Theatre, and we've got a sneak peek of the new musical! See McClure and the cast perform selections from Chaplin and chat about the show.August 8, 2012
Rehearsals have begun for the anxiously awaited new musical Chaplin, starring Rob McClure. Take a look at scenic models and costume sketches from the new production, beginning August 21 at the Barrymore Theatre!July 30, 2012
Chaplin, starring Rob McClure, is coming to Broadway August 21, and the legendary comic is already making himself at home in Times Square. Watch Charlie stir up trouble in the Big Apple, then see Chaplin at the Barrymore Theatre!July 2, 2012
On August 21, the new musical Chaplin is heading to Broadway, starring Rob McClure as the Tramp himself. Check out the legendary comic's first trip to B.B. King, then see Chaplin at the Barrymore Theatre!June 22, 2012
The Tramp is heading to Broadway in Chaplin, starring Rob McClure as screen legend Charlie Chaplin. Watch the funnyman try to order a hot dog in Times Square, then see Chaplin beginning August 21!June 22, 2012
Chaplin, a new musical starring Rob McClure, is heading to Broadway on August 21, and the Tramp is already making himself at home. Watch the funnyman hang out with a feathered friend, then see Chaplin at the Barrymore Theatre!June 20, 2012
On August 21, the new musical Chaplin is heading to Broadway, starring Rob McClure as the legendary comic. Watch Charlie try a new mode of transportation in Times Square, then see Chaplin at the Barrymore Theatre!June 19, 2012


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IncGamers Podcast – Mass Effect 3 Special
Welcome to the very first IncGamers Podcast Special.
This edition is a bumper 100 minute broadcast in which John, Tim and Peter discuss every aspect of Mass Effect 3; from its narrative themes and place in the series, to gameplay aspects like the combat and newly-introduced multiplayer.
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Recent Wisconsin Reviews
Perfect Vacation Spot for Our Large Family
Just spent the week with our family at the Pelican Lake Hotel. Over 40 of us were so comfortable with plenty of room for everyone. We loved the large dining area, which became a game room between meals. The playroom was great for the little ones. TVs everywhere with cable for the teens and twenties. The bar became our "internet cafe." The lakefront is beautiful, and watching the sunset every night was a highlight. 19 bedrooms is not something you'll find too often. It was perfect. The kitchen had plenty of room for cooking with almost anything you'd need. Julie and Steve were so available for every need we had, but still allowed us to have the place without checking in, unless we contacted them. Then they responded right away. It has so much character from it's historic feel and furniture. A cabin feel in a big facility. We had such a great family time. Already booked next year!


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1950: Frank Sinatra made his TV debut with Bob Hope on NBC.
1962: Bob Dylan released "The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan," which contained songs like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall."
1967: Otis Redding's band, The Bar-Kays, entered the R&B chart with "Soul Finger." The instrumental became their biggest hit without Redding.
1977: The Sex Pistols' second single, "God Save the Queen," was released to coincide with Queen Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee celebration in June. The record, which begins "God save the Queen, she ain't no human being," made the British Top Ten despite being banned from airplay.
1989: Chicago and the Beach Boys toured together for the first time in 14 years, with Brian Wilson joining them on occasion.
1995: Actor Christopher Reeve was paralyzed in a riding accident in Virginia.
Today's Birthdays: Actor Christopher Lee is 92. Actress Lee Meriwether is 79. Musician Ramsey Lewis is 79. Actor Louis Gossett Junior is 78. Country singer Don Williams is 75. Actor Bruce Weitz is 71. Singer Cilla Black is 71. Singer Bruce Cockburn (COH'-burn) is 69. Actor Richard Schiff ("The West Wing") is 59. Singer Siouxsie Sioux of Siouxsie and the Banshees is 57. Singer-guitarist Neil Finn of Crowded House and Split Enz is 56. Actress Peri Gilpin ("Frasier") is 53. Actress Cathy Silvers ("Happy Days") is 53. Comedian Adam Carolla is 50. Actor Todd Bridges ("Diff'rent Strokes") is 49. Drummer Sean Kinney of Alice In Chains is 48. Actor Paul Bettany ("The Da Vinci Code," "A Beautiful Mind") is 43. Singer-guitarist Brian Desveaux of Nine Days is 43. Actor Jack McBrayer ("30 Rock") is 41. Rapper Andre 3000 of Outkast is 39. Rapper Jadakiss is 39. Actor Ben Feldman ("Mad Men") is 34. Actor Chris Colfer ("Glee") is 24. Actor Ethan Dampf ("American Dreams") is 20.


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Oscar Nominee Bradley Cooper Deserves an Award for Being So Hot – The Daily Swoon
Welcome to Oscars week here at StarCrush! This week our Daily Swoon feature will be packed with sexy Oscar nominees like today's pick: Bradley Cooper, nominated for Best Actor for his performance in 'Silver Linings Playbook.'
He's just so damn likable, right? Those beautiful blue eyes, that winning smile, and that insane charm — totally sexy. You know him from films like 'Limitless,' 'The Hangover,' and 'Silver Linings Playbook,' the latter of which earned him that Best Actor nod at the upcoming Oscars.
And if you're looking for a little more Cooper to spice up your life, you should check out his earlier role in 'Wet Hot American Summer,' a comedy that's available on Netflix Instant and one that I recommend to everyone to watch so we can still be friends.
Cooper lights up the screen with his classic all-American looks (we wouldn't be surprised if someone said he plays polo or something), and while he's pretty to look at, we also love his charisma. He's super magnetic, even if he does have a weird thing for feet. Allegedly.
Anyway, check out some photos of this Oscar hopeful below, and check back with us every day this week for more Oscar eye candy.


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Black HRSI (high-temperature reusable surface insulation) tiles were an integral component of the Space Shuttle orbiter's thermal protection system. The system shielded the vehicle from the destructively searing heat of re-entry into the atmosphere and also provided passive thermal control in orbit. About 23,000 black tiles covered the entire underside of the vehicle, as well as portions of the vertical tail, wings, and forward and aft fuselage where temperatures reach 650-1,260 degrees C (1,200-2,300 degrees F). This tile was removed from the nose landing gear door after being damaged on the first flight of Columbia in 1981.
NASA transferred a number of such tiles to the Museum after the STS-1 mission.
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NORFOLK - The nation's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will leave the service Saturday as proudly as she entered the fleet more than 50 years ago.
USS Enterprisewill go inactive in a ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk that will be attended by many of the sailors who walked her decks.
The carrier, called the Big E, has played a role in every major conflict since the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. Shewas the first carrier to respond following the Sept. 11 attacks, changing course overnight to head to the Arabian Sea.
The ship and crew returned from her 25th and final deployment earlier this month. Her crew conducted maritime security operations and supported Operation Enduring Freedom in Europe and the Middle East.
Aboard the ship Friday morning were former crewmembers who attended a memorial ceremony honoring 27 shipmates who died in a fire in January 1969.
The Navy said an MK-32 Zuni rocket loaded on a parked F-4 Phantom exploded after being overheated by an aircraft start unit mounted to a tow tractor. The explosion set off fires and other blastsacross the flight deck. 314 men were injured.
It will take several more years for it to be decommissioned as its reactors are taken out. It will eventually be scrapped in Washington state, the Navy said.
The aircraft carrier is the eighth U.S. ship to bear the name Enterprise, with the first one being confiscated from the British by Benedict Arnold in 1775. Current sailors and alumni have been lobbying to have a future carrier be named Enterprise. The crew says it's created a time capsule to be passed along to each Navy secretary until a new ship carries the name.
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Seahawks rookie linebacker Coyle gave up ski racing for football
Elaine Thompson / Associated Press
Linebacker Brock Coyle, a promising ski racer when he was 10, runs through an obstacle drill as others wait their turn during the Seattle Seahawks' July 30 training camp session.
Ted S. Warren / Associated Press
Linebacker Brock Coyle (45, center) takes part in a drill during the Seattle Seahawks� July 31 training camp session. (AP Photo/)
On Saturday, Brock Coyle, that one-time promising ski racer from Bozeman, was playing middle linebacker with the Seattle Seahawks' No. 1 defense as the team played a mock game, making the 10-year-old version of himself look pretty prophetic.
"He was a real talented skier, one of the top kids in Montana, but Brock has always had that passion for football," said Jeremy Henrichon, who coached Hoyle for several years at Big Sky, and also trained the University of Montana grad at his Bozeman gym this offseason.
"Even from the time he was 10 years old when I first met him, we were sitting there talking on the chairlift and he looked up and said, 'I know I'm going to quit ski racing and be a football player, and I'm going to play in the NFL.' He always had that mentality, he always had the drive and knew that he was going to do something special."
NFL players are some of the top athletes in the world, so it's hardly unusually to hear stories about them excelling in other sports before settling on one, but rare in the NFL is a linebacker with a background in ski racing. Yet that was Coyle's other sport until he decided to focus solely on football at 16, and the former Junior Olympics participant had serious potential in both sports.
"Who knows?" Henrichon said when asked how good Coyle could have been had he stuck to skiing. "He's one of the hardest-working kids I've ever met, so if he had put football aside and put the same drive and passion into skiing, he would have skied in college and who knows where he would have taken it."
Coyle has no regrets about his decision, nor should he after going from team captain at the University of Montana to undrafted rookie free agent to a player with a real shot of making Seattle's 53-man roster. But he does occasionally wonder how things might have turned out had he made a different decision.
"Yeah, I mean you never know," he said. "Everything I do I want to give it 100 percent of everything I got, so I knew when I had to make that choice, I wanted it to be football, but if it would have been ski racing, who knows? I would have done my best to try to excel in that."
So what does all this ski-racing stuff have to do with football anyway? Well aside from the fact that Coyle's background is an unusual one, he says his time on the slopes helped prepare him for football, and in particular for a situation like this where, because of a hamstring injury to starting middle linebacker Bobby Wagner, he is getting — and taking full advantage of — the opportunity of a lifetime. In ski racing, your entire day is decided in one or two runs, depending on the event, that might take a total of two minutes.
"It helped me in the game of football because it's such a high-pressure sport where you only have one chance to put everything together one time," Coyle said. "From a mental standpoint, that really helps me in the game of football for sure. ... I think it built my mental strength up for sure."
And hey, a willingness to hurl yourself down mountain at 70 miles per hour has to translate to the football field, right?
"Hopefully there's some carry-over to what we do now," linebackers coach Ken Norton Jr. joked.
Well, however much his ski racing background is helping Coyle these days, he's doing something right.
The Seahawks figure to keep a backup middle linebacker, and while Heath Farwell has done that job in the past, and has been one of Seattle's best special teams players, Coyle, for the moment anyway, is ahead of Farwell on the depth chart. To beat Farwell for a roster spot, Coyle will have to show his ability in preseason games when the hitting intensifies, and more importantly he'll need to show he can make plays on special teams. Still, it's been nothing but positives for him thus far.
"He's done a fantastic job," Carroll said. "Here he is, first camp as a rookie and he's running the first defense out here. Everybody really likes him. He's doing a good job on special teams, he's very bright, it's not too big for him to handle the calls and all of that. We won't really know until we get to playing and see how he's running and hitting and making his plays and all, but he's done a great job. Really to command this defense like he has, he's done a very, very good job."
Despite going undrafted, Coyle was on the Seahawks' radar for a while. They brought the Montana standout in for a pre-draft visit, then they beat out nearly half the league to sign him after the draft — Coyle said he heard from at least 15 teams immediately after the draft. And while picking Seattle meant choosing to compete for a spot on one of the deepest rosters in the NFL, so far Coyle and the Seahawks have been good fits for each other.
"He's looking fantastic," Norton said. "He's really smart, he runs fast, he's physical. He has great instincts behind the ball, he studies a lot, and he understands how to put that all together to make plays. That's a pretty good combination."
We'll never know how far Coyle could have gone in ski racing, but based on his early success with the Seahawks, it's impossible to argue with his decision. Besides, the Coyle family still has 15-year old Alexa, who is one of the top three ski racers in the U.S. for her age group, according to Henrichon. So maybe somewhere down the road there can be one Coyle in the NFL and another in the Winter Olympics.
Then again, Alexa is also a pretty talented soccer player. Two-sport success, and the tough choices that come with it, apparently runs in the family.
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F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 masterpiece novel "The Great Gatsby" will once again come to life on the silver screen next week. The latest film adaptation of the novel stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire. The movie promises roaring 20s' glamour, excess and excitement, but we thought, why should Hollywood have all the fun?


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You will be surprised that there are some law firms that do not offer some services, infact most of them only deal with a few types of cases only as they lack the required expertise. A good Israeli law firm should be handle many different types of cases so that they can offer convenience, support and solutions to their clients.
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To be a renowned Israeli law firm it does not only include the lawyers only. Alongside there should be supportive and dedicated staff which makes it necessary for the law firm to build its reputation. Any organization, leave alone the field of law needs competent support staff in order to attain success. Success is a delicate balance between different factors and everyone should play their roles effectively.
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Garbage Collection
Separate Heap For VM objects
In most JVMs there is no confusion between memory allocated for the application and memory allocated by the running of the VM itself (for example a call to malloc() within the JIT). However, in Jikes RVM, the VM and the application are both written in Java. Moreover, they currently share the same heap. It would be very desirable to improve this situation and separately allocate VM and application objects. Aside from cleaner accounting and behaving more like a production JVM, there may be opportunities for performance optimizations since the lifetimes of objects created by the JIT will typically be bounded by the invocation of a single compilation, as an example.
This project would start by identifying all transitions from the application into the VM proper and channeling all such transitions through a zero-cost "trap", which simply serves as a marker. The trap can be viewed as analogous to a kernel trap in the OS setting. The project would also involve writing a simple checking routine which would walk the stack and determine whether execution was currently within the VM or application context. The combination of these mechanisms could then be used to identify and verify all application<->VM transitions.
Interested mentors: Steve Blackburn
Garbage Collection Visualization
the Jikes RVM has had GC visualization previously through the GCspy framework. This has become slightly out-of-date and it would be interesting to improve it and possibly look to integrate the visualization side of the work with a sister project of the RVM's tuning fork.
Interested mentors: Richard Jones
New Garbage Collection Implementations for MMTk
We would be interested in hearing about adding new GC implementations to MMTk. Our highest priorities are on-the-fly garbage collectors, the Compressor, and a classic Baker collector.
Implementing and debugging a garbage collector is difficult. This project is probably only suitable for someone with extensive implementation experience with either or both of MMTk and the algorithm in question.
Interested mentors: Steve Blackburn
Copy eliminating baseline compiler
A new framework for baseline code generation using a copy eliminating baseline compiler.
Interested mentors: Eliot Moss, Ian Rogers
x86 64 compiler support
Related to the previous project, continue efforts to port to x86 64 the Jikes RVM.
Interested mentors: Ian Rogers
strictfp support
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Reduce cost of inlining runtime services
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Loop unrolling
Implement a better loop unrolling phase taking into account various considerations about when and how to unroll.
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Java Operating Systems
Work on the continued integration of the RVM with JNODE
Interested mentors: Ian Rogers, Peter Barth
Runtime services
Class Unloading
Currently all classes share a "Java table-of-contents" or the JTOC which has no support for unloading classes. We need to restructure the JTOC interface to support class unloading by making it per class loader, or per class. This is likely to also involve looking into modifying the current calling conventions.
Interested mentors: Robin Garner, Ian Rogers
Lock Reservation/Biasing
Interested mentors: Tony Hosking, Ian Rogers
Native Threading
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Harmony class library support
Interested mentors: Ian Rogers, Tim Ellison
OpenJDK class library support
The OpenJDK class libraries are the standard class libraries in use in Sun and other production VMs. They are now available under the GPL but with a native interface implemented typically in a file called jvm.cpp (see Cacao). We would like to integrate with OpenJDK and fix likely issues in wanting to have Java-in-Java implementations of a lot of their calls, as well as support for different threading models.
Interested mentors: Andrew Hughes
Debugger support
Following last years SoC we have partial JDWP support. It would be good to increase this to include things such as break points. It would also be good to implement the JVMTI native interface for debugging.
Interested mentors: Kathryn McKinley, Steve Blackburn
Currently there is a connection between different parts of the RVM that is less than desirable. For example, the on-stack-replacement algorithm is implemented in parts in the class loader. We would like to have better isolation of components to more easily allow plug in replacements to be created. Such changes are likely to have an effect across the code base, so interacting with the development community will be important.
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|Pre-Pharmacy, a pre-professional advising program, provides students with an opportunity to prepare for further training in pharmacy schools or colleges. Students work closely with their pre-pharmacy faculty advisor to ensure they meet the admissions requirements for the pharmacy school or college of their choice. (Admissions requirements for pharmacy schools and colleges vary greatly.) In addition to declaring this program, students must be admitted to a bachelor's degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences.
|Admissions requirements for pharmacy schools and colleges vary greatly.
General Admissions for Freshman Students: Students most likely to be admitted and succeed at the Kent Campus are those who have graduated with at least 16 units of the recommended college preparatory curriculum in high school, who have achieved a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale), and whose composite ACT score is 21 or better (980 combined critical reading and math SAT score). For more information on admissions, visit the Admissions website for new freshmen.
General Admissions for Transfer Students: Generally, a transfer applicant who has taken 12 or more semester hours with a college cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale may be admitted. An applicant who has taken fewer than 12 semester hours will be evaluated on both collegiate and high school records. For more information on admissions, visit the Admissions website for transfer students.
|It is imperative that students interested in the Pre-Pharmacy Advising Program meet with the University Pre-Pharmacy advisor immediately upon entering Kent State University. This allows student to most efficiently meet the requirements for admission to a number of pharmacy schools. These schools typically require coursework totaling 60-62 credit hours, which can be completed in two years. However, the coursework may vary based on the requirements of different pharmacy schools.
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President Mohamed Nasheed has said the government will introduce strict guidelines on conducting wedding ceremonies for tourists in the Maldives.
All tourist hotels without exception will be required to follow the new guidelines which will be issued shortly, the President said in his weekly radio address on Friday morning.
The President´s remarks follow a recent incident where staff members of Vilu Reef Resort mocked and insulted a foreign couple who were renewing their wedding vows at the resort. A video of the incident appeared on YouTube last week.
In his address, President Nasheed expressed disgust at the incident and described the behaviour of those involved as "absolutely disgraceful".
He appealed to all members of staff working in tourist resorts to be "vigilantly professional". The President noted that bad behaviour, such as that depicted in the YouTube video, can cause enormous damage to the country´s tourism industry.
The government has launched a full scale investigation into what happened in Vilu Reef Resort. In a statement issued yesterday, the government said that "no stone will be left unturned to ensure that an incident like this never happens again."
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