text:
Write formatted ASCII data to port or file
Simulink® Desktop Real-Time™
Write formatted ASCII data to a port or file. After you have added a Stream Output block to your model, double-click the Stream Output block to open the Block Parameters: Stream Output dialog box.
The driver must be Standard Devices > Serial Port, Standard Devices > File, or Standard Devices > UDP Protocol. When you install a UDP device, enter port addresses in decimal format in the Standard Devices UDP Protocol dialog box.
Any serial output port can send data with sample rates up to 500 Hz. To enable a faster sample rate of up to 10 kHz for some output serial ports, click Install new board, select Standard Devices > Serial Port, and select Direct port access.
The software does not support this option with all types of serial output hardware.
Click this button to register a board with Simulink Desktop Real-Time.
When you click Install new board, the software displays a list of manufacturers of supported boards. When you select a manufacturer, the software displays a list of boards available from that manufacturer. When you select a board, the software adds the board to the list of registered boards and makes that board the current board.
By default, the initial selection in the list of registered
boards is
< no board selected >.
When you select a board in the list, the Delete current
board and Board setup buttons become
Click this button to delete the current board. The initial selection
of the list of registered boards changes to
< no board
selected >, and the Delete current board and Board
setup buttons become inactive.
Click this button to set up the board.
A board-specific dialog box opens for you to use to set up the board. For more information to set up the board, see the board manufacturer documentation.
Enter a value representing how frequently you want the block to execute and interact with the I/O hardware. The block also synchronizes your model with the real-time clock at this sample rate.
Tip If you are using a fixed-step solver, you must enter the value that you entered in the Fixed step size box in the Configuration Parameters dialog box, or an integer multiple of that value.
In Normal Mode, enter the number of timer ticks that your model can lag behind the real-time kernel. When the model lags by this number or less, the software assumes that the lag is temporary and allows the model to catch up, even if the model misses some ticks. When the model lags by more than this number, the software reports an error and simulation stops.
In External Mode, the software ignores this value.
In Normal Mode, select this check box to display the number of missed ticks as a block output.
In External Mode, The "Missed Ticks" port displays zero.
In Normal Mode, select this check box to grant other programs more CPU time while the kernel waits for a response from the hardware.
In External Mode, the software ignores this value.
Enter a port width, or vector of port widths. The number of
elements determines the number of input ports. Each port has the width
specified by the corresponding element. For example, specifying
3,1,2 indicates
that the block has three input ports. The first is a vector of width
the second is a scalar, and the third is a vector of width
for a total of six elements. You
specify only
the widths.
Enter a specification in the same format used by C library I/O
routines like
printf. The format string describes
the data to be sent. The format string must have the same number of
specifiers as the sum of the elements of Input
port sizes.
For example, assume that Input
port sizes is
3,1,2. Then a Format
string of
'%d %d %d %f %d %d' outputs ASCII representing:
three integers from the vector on the first input port; a double from
the scalar on the input second port; and two integers from the vector
on the third input port.
If the data type specified in the Format string for a value differs from the type of the actual value, type conversion occurs, and converted data that conforms to the Format string is output as ASCII to the device.
Select this check box to indicate that the block has an output port that signals 1 if the block is ready to accept new data, and 0 otherwise.
Select this check box to indicate that the block has an output port that signals 1 if a data error has occurred, and 0 otherwise.
Optional. Enter a string. Before any other data that is output during simulation, Initial string is sent when simulation begins.
The string can contain anything. You can use it to initialize a device. It is sent literally as specified, without translation using Format string.
Optional. Enter a string. After any other data that is output during simulation, Final string is sent when simulation ends.
The string can contain anything. You can use it to shut down a device. It is sent literally as specified, without translation using the Format string


text:
This post has been removed.
You have chosen to ignore posts from Hfxsoxnut.
Show Hfxsoxnut's posts
Re: Here's a Question:
posted at 6/13/2013 6:46 PM EDT
Here's a tip: check other threads to see if this topic is already being discussed.
©2015 Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC
Separate multiple addresses with a comma

subset: commoncrawl


text:
We're talking about basketball, NYC pick-up announcer legend Bobbitio "Kool Bob Love" and I, but our conversation is hardly hinging on the Warriors-Spurs match-up or LeBron James' shot at MVP this year. Rather, we're discussing the power of the men and women ballers on the playground -- a culture that Garcia and French filmmaker Kevin Couliau painstakingly documented for their film Doin' it in the Park, which begins its Bay Area run at the Clay Theatre on Thu/16.
Read more »
Three remarkable news stories today show the beautiful and the ugly side of LGBT issues in sports, and suggest that, despite the remaining bigotry, there's hope.Read more »


text:
Comprehensive DescriptionRead full entry
Sachatamia punctulata has the following characteristics: 1) vomerine dentition present, 2) bones light green in life, 3) parietal peritoneum on the anterior ½ is white and the posterior ½ is transparent, 3) dorsally green with orange speckling homogenously distributed among the head and body, 5) snout is subovoid when viewed dorsally and truncated when viewed laterally, 6) tarsal and ulnar folds absent, 7) tympanum is large, of which 2/3 are visible due to the upper 1/3 covered by the supratympanic fold, 8) humeral spine absent. Most closely resembles C. flavopunctata and C. midas in color and pattern, but has a more rounded snout and orange spots. Adults are medium sized, males reach 24.5-27.3mm SVL, and females reach 31.6mm SVL. Head slightly wider than body (33.76-36.7% of SVL). Distance from nostril to anterior portion of eye is 61.8-80.6% diameter of eye. Tympanum diameter is 30.3-41.9% diameter of eye, length of tibia is 55.6-63.5% SVL. When the hind limb is adpressed anteriorly, the ankle reaches the tip of the snout. When hind limbs adpressed anteriorly and arms adpressed posteriorly the knees and elbows overlap significantly.


text:
Loading streams...
Now Playing
Now Playing
Loading stream...
Connect with Us
Podcasts & RSS Feeds
|All Content
|View all podcasts & RSS feeds
Omaha Public Radio News
3:53 am
Wed December 3, 2008
Iowa Business Council report shows downturn in that state's economy
By Katie Knapp
Omaha, NE – Iowa's fourth quarter Business Conditions report shows a downturn in that state's economy.
The Iowa Business Council report was released earlier this week. It uses sales, capital spending and employment indicators to determine the overall health of Iowa's economy. For the fourth quarter, the state's overall economic indicator dropped below 50, which means businesses aren't as confident about the state of the economy.
Iowa Business Council Executive Director Elliott Smith says businesses likely won't aggressively pursue expansion or buy big-ticket items in early 2009. The report shows 48 percent of businesses expect to hire fewer workers.


text:
Talking Trail at the 2015 SARM convention in Saskatoon
April 4th, 2015
What does it take to build Trail? It's an ambitious undertaking that demands the work of many hands; quite often those generously offered by municipalities. Just recently, TCT representatives got the opportunity to discuss Trail building with Saskatchewan's rural municipal leaders at the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) Tradeshow, which took place from March [...]
It takes a community to build a Trail
June 19th, 2014
The Saskatoon area is said to have been inhabited for at least 8,000 years. So it comes as no surprise that the city is brimming with a rich culture and history, and many attractions for locals and visitors alike to enjoy, including a section of the Trans Canada Trail, which will soon connect two of the [...]
TCT's 2017 connection strategy seeks help from Saskatchewan municipalities
March 21st, 2014
Connecting the Trail across Saskatchewan's magnificent landscape is an important priority for the Trans Canada Trail, but it is also a challenge. With the province's vast agricultural lands and dispersed rural communities, recreational trails have not, traditionally, been high priority beyond cities and parks. But this is changing thanks to the growing recognition of TCT's [...]
One of the "greatest hikes in Canada" is getting even better
November 7th, 2013
The Meewasin Valley Trail, named one of the "Top 10 Greatest Hikes In Canada" by Readers Digest, is getting better and longer. Trans Canada Trail and PotashCorp were delighted to announce significant funding towards expanding this trail system on Oct. 17, during a sod-turning ceremony to officially launch the construction of a new [...]
Trans Canada Trail proud supporter of Meewasin Trails Day
June 13th, 2013
Meewasin Trail in Saskatoon celebrated Trails Day with not one, but two activity-filled days, proudly supported by the Trans Canada Trail. On Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1, students, organizations, groups and individual Trail enthusiasts walked, ran and rolled the Meewasin Trail, which travels through Saskatoon for more than 13 kilometres along the [...]
Green acres host the Saskatchewan Trails Association's AGM
May 10th, 2012
On March 31, 2012, the Saskatchewan Trails Association took advantage of its Annual General Meeting to discover an acreage nestled within the Qu'Appelle Valley just west of the town of Lumsden, population 1,600. From this green segment of the Trans Canada Trail northwest of Regina, the STA discussed the Trans Canada Trail's involvement in [...]
International Trails Day
May 3rd, 2012
Good day everyone! Are you ready for it? International Trails Day is less than one month away! Do you have any plans for the big day, June 2, 2012? We'll be updating our blog throughout the month with events happening across the country; click on your province under the Categories tab at the top of [...]
Saskatchewan Talks Trail – Inaugural Symposium Draws Community Group Leaders
October 3rd, 2008
The inaugural Saskatchewan Trails Symposium, designed to assist participants to develop a provincial trails strategy, was held in Regina on September 19th and 20th. The two-day event attracted high-profile guests from within and outside of the province. Regina Mayor Pat Fiacco and the Honourable Bill Hutchinson, Minister of Municipal Affairs addressed the delegates; noted trail [...]
June 7 Marks First-Ever Saskatchewan Trails Day
June 6th, 2008
The Saskatchewan Trails Association (STA) has announced that the first-ever Saskatchewan Trails Day will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2008. The day will celebrate the beauty and the benefits of the Trans Canada Trail and the numerous other recreational trails in the province, with a focus on tourism, healthy lifestyles, and the conservation of [...]
At long last, a Yorkton marker
September 11th, 2007
The official opening of the Yorkton Trans Canada Trail pavilion will be held on Wednesday, September 19th at noon. You don't have to bring your lunch because the Scouts will be on hand, selling hot dogs and drinks. So, head on over to Logan Green Park at the south end of Tupper next Wednesday. Check [...]
The Trans Canada Trail celebrates connection on Prince Edward Island
The Trans Canada Trail and the Province of Prince Edward Island are thrilled to announce the full connection of the Province's portion of the Trans Canada Trail, known as the Confederation Trail. Prince Edward Island is the second province to connect its section of the TCT.
- Press release (pdf)
Honorary section of Trail at Rideau Hall and 24 Sussex
A new honorary section of Trans Canada Trail was officially unveiled on the grounds of Rideau Hall and 24 Sussex by Their Excellencies the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Mrs. Sharon Johnston, TCT Patrons, and Mrs. Laureen Harper, Honorary Chair of the TCT Chapter 150 Campaign. (May 24, 2013)
- Press release (pdf)
Path of the Paddle
Trans Canada Trail Ontario hosts Community Information Sessions to showcase the "Path of the Paddle" project: a Tourism Destination Product in northwestern Ontario (June 29, 2012)
- Press release (pdf)
Go the Greenway
Trans Canada Trail launches greenways campaign (June 21, 2012)
- Press release (pdf) or redirect to CNW Matthews
- Website: Greenway.TCTrail.ca
Trans Canada Trail and Environment Canada-Biosphere launch BioKit (Oct. 13, 2011)
- Press release (pdf) or redirect to CNW Matthews
- BioKit (pdf)
Tribute to Dr. Camu
The Trans Canada Trail honours founder Dr. Pierre Camu (June 2, 2010)
- Redirect to CNW Matthews
- BioKit (pdf)
Tribute to Dr. Camu
The Trans Canada Trail honours founder Dr. Pierre Camu (June 2, 2010)
- Redirect to CNW Matthews
In the news
Published features
- The Globe and Mail special information feature (June 28, 2014): Our Canadian Journey
- The Globe and Mail special information feature (June 28, 2013): What does it take to build one of the world's longest and grandest trails? Your help (pdf)
- The Globe and Mail's National Philanthropy Day special (November 15, 2012) featured the Trans Canada Trail on pages 2 and 5. (pdf)
- MacLean's (via the Canadian Press) mentions the Trans Canada Trail as a priority in its September 24, 2012 article, MPs say Ottawa needs to-do list for Canada's 150th birthday.
- Canadian Geographic (July/August 2012) features the Path of the Paddle, a 900-km water route on the Trans Canada Trail, in Path of the Paddle: A wild new canoe link on the Trans Canada Trail (pdf), by Hap Wilson, or redirect to Canadian Geographic website.
- Ottawa Life (August 2012) features the Trans Canada Trail in Get Out There and Explore Coast-to-Coast-to-Coast (pdf) or redirect to Ottawa Life website.
- The Globe and Mail special information feature (June 29, 2012): Countdown to 2017 (pdf)
- Via Rail's Destinations magazine features the Trans Canada Trail (June 2012): Once There Were Rails (pdf)
- YorkU Magazine's Summer 2012 edition features Pierre Lassonde, a Trans Canada Trail Foundation board member, in Heart of Gold (pdf)
- Journal de Montréal (May 5 2012): Le sentier Transcanadien, un parcours de découvertes (pdf, French only)
- Ottawa Life Magazine (May-June 2012): The Natural: Laureen Harper talks family, fitness and Canadian Pride (pdf)
- National Geographic: Journeys of a Lifetime (pdf)
- Rails to Trails (Winter 2012): Canadian Spirit: The Trans Canada Trail (pdf)
- The Globe and Mail special information feature (July 1, 2011): Your Trail. Your Journey. (pdf)
- Parents Canada (June/July 2011) presents Happy Trails To You (pdf), a guide to exploring the Trans Canada Trail with children.
Radio Features
- Julie Brouard, TCT's former communications director, talks about the Trail's 20th anniversary and the plan for the next five years on Les samedis du monde on Radio-Canada (July 7, 2012): Redirects to Radio-Canada (French only)
- Deborah Apps, president and CEO of the Trail, and Barb Trainor of Island Trails talk about PEI's trails and their goals on the island (May 24, 2012): Redirects to CBC Radio
Newsletter archives
Click here to redirect to archives of Trail Talk
PSA Videos
Follow us
Chapter 150
This circle of influential and visionary leaders will help us connect the Trail and all Canadians.
Did you know?
The Trail is within 30 minutes of over 80% of Canadians and runs through or near 1,000 communities.
Donate now
Donate now and help connect the Trail by Canada's 150th birthday in 2017. The Government of Canada will match 50 cents of every dollar you donate!


text:
Average rating from 5 reviews.
More Products By JW Pet Company:
Average rating from 3 reviews.
Average rating from 2 reviews.
Average rating from 2 reviews.
Similar Products:
Average rating from 23 reviews.
Average rating from 15 reviews.
Average rating from 13 reviews.
Products We Are Testing:
Readers' Reviews add review
2 reviews
- Sort by:
- Most Helpful |
- Date
Can be fun
posted 7 years ago
This is a nice cat toy. Some of the cats like to play with it and others have no interest. It can be a choking hazard so supervise your pets with this toy..
Pros: Bells, feathers,
Cons: Can be a choking hazard
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Did you?
More like a chew toy
posted 7 years ago
i would have feathers everywhere if my cats got a hold of these i dont need any more messes
Pros: cats would like it
Cons: it wouldnt last very long
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
Did you?
Want to review a product, but not finding it? Just add it and review it!
Recent Product Reviews
November 15, 2014 | By Robyn
July 14, 2013 | By Xiaoxiao111
Pink is my favorite color these are wonderful.I will recommend a good website fou you: www.9footballshirt.org
Freshpet Select Roasted Meals for Cat
June 28, 2013 | By Kittymom314
I introduced this food to my two cats, one is a senior at 13 years and the other is about 7 years. Both females. The 7 year old is a new addition, recently adopted :) Because of their age differenc… more ›


text:
Identity, conflict and public space: contest and transformation
This course introduces the learner to issues around the use of public space to express identity.
Watch the trailer
About the course
This course introduces the learner to issues around the use of public space to express identity. Ethno-political conflicts around the world tend to differ in detail but share common structural and political issues. Fundamental to the conflicts is the ability for groups of people to have access to representation in public space. In Northern Ireland, throughout the peace process, contestation over flags, parades and memorials has been frequent. As South Africa developed a new democracy the management of demonstrations by the police became a key issue. Eastern European countries in the post-soviet era have slowly come to terms with the rights of diverse political groups to express their political opinions in public spaces. And post-9/11, western democracies have struggled to define public space for their large Muslim communities.
How is freedom of expression managed in highly divided societies, particularly when they have a history of political violence?
This course will start by looking at the nature of social groups and the importance of identity and public spaces in politics around the world (for example the Arab Spring, the Occupy Movement, Civil Rights Movements). It will then examine why understanding public space is important through looking at symbols, parades and memorials. The course will examine well documented examples, focusing on the learning that has arisen from the Northern Ireland peace process. It will explore the role of human rights and public policy. It will conclude by returning to the comparative frame to examine key lessons for understanding conflict transformation in divided societies.
You can use the hashtag #FLidentity to join and contribute to social media conversations about this course.
This course has no specific requirements, however learners will be required to create an artefact which could include the use of third party applications.
Get a personalised, printed certificate
You can buy a Statement of Participation for this course — a personalised, printed certificate to show that you've taken part.


text:
Japan was a bit behind the rest of the 1st world when it came to hardcore - the US had Hardcore bands in 1978, Europe had stuff going by 1979 - with the exception of the SS from Tokyo, (who might just seem hardcore because of a very noisy live recording) who had a 12" recorded March 1979. The Stalin were making music in 1980 but the recorded output in the early days was definitely on a more Punk/No Wave slant. A band called Typhus did an early flexi that is punky but definitely has some hardcore elements; the members of this band went on to be in 3 of the most important bands in Japanese Hardcore history. The Guitar player Tam was in the Stalin and also the excellent G-Zet. One of the guys went on to be in Aburadako who have continued to this day. But the most hardcore of them all was Gauze formed in the Fall of 1981.
The original plan according to Shin the bass player was to play as fast as possible. Now this is an admirable thing, but the Gauze approach was a bit different from say DRI. They attempted to give the impression of playing fast without actually playing fast. To imitate the feeling. Or something. I'm not going to pretend to understand what they are talking about. The first Gauze recordings are the tracks from the City Rocker compilation LP with features a bunch of New Wave bands and Gauze doing 10 songs, which don't sound like any other Gauze tracks. They are very UK influenced down to an almost straight up cover of Discharge's "No TV Sketch" except the song title is "Anti-Machine". The Outsider tracks are much rougher so I assume this was recorded in later '82. They are also live which adds to the roughness. Gauze weren't heard again until 1984's Fuckheads LP on ADK records. This LP is rough hardcore and perhaps this is the beginning of what they meant by the fast feeling without playing fast thing. The sound is intense but is certainly not fast for most of it, even compaired to the standards of 1984.
1986 saw the release of Equalizing Distort - to me this is the beginning of the modern Gauze sound. After 5 years of playing they had found their sound. Although by 1989 when they released the Genkai Wa Doko Da ("What's the Limit?") LP (1/2 studio, 1/2 live in Scotland) they had picked up the pace a little bit and the song structure had become even more ugly and hateful and powerful. The production is very muddy on this but it's still one of the best hardcore records of the late 80s/early 90s. At this point Gauze had been around for almost 10 years, in fact in 1991 they played the 10th Anniversary gig, where they played 3 sets covering the 3 periods they had gone through, roughly in the last 10 years. They played 51 songs over these 3 sets and even changed equipment to give it a more authentic feel as well. It wasn't until 1996 that they did anything notable again when they came to the US to do a tour. Now this is a sort of typical Japanese tour: they only played 3 shows. They had a 4th scheduled but it was cancelled when some dope broke a pipe in the ceiling and flooded the gig space in the now defunct Epicenter Zone record store/distro. They also played at Gilman St. in Berkeley, at the Bomb Shelter in Minneapolis and in Chicago at the Fireside Bowl. They also recorded songs for a 7" that came out on Prank a little after this, while they were in SF.
1997 saw the release of their newest 12" Kao O Aratte Denaoshite Koi (literally translated means "Go wash your face and come back" - a Japanese expression used after someone is physically beaten by someone else) which has to be the best record by a hardcore band that had been around for 16 years ever. It is simply their best work, the songs explode from the grooves and kick your face in, then snap off your teeth with a pair of rusty pliers. It's that intense. We are now in the year 2001, September we are likely to see a Gauze 20th anniversary show. Perhaps we'll see a new LP by 2005. It'll be worth the wait.
EQUALIZING DISTORT 12" (Selfish, 1986)
GENKAI WA DOKO DA LP (Selfish, 1989)
5 song 7" (Prank, 1996)
CITY ROCKERS LP (City Rocker, 1982)
OUTSIDER LP (City Rocker, 1982)
THRASH TIL DEATH LP (Selfish, 1986)
A FAREWELL TO ARMS LP (Selfish, 1986)
SHOUDOKU GIG LP (Selfish, 1987)
English translation of lyrics to Equalizing Distort (this translation is from a bootleg LP)
Gauze Page on The Jap Hardcore Punk Page
This page has a Gauze discography, with album cover pictures and reviews - it's part of a large site on Japanese Hardcore. In Japanese only...
Official Gauze Page
Also only in Japanese, but it has a lot of pictures from recent live shows - I stole one for this page.


text:
David Blatner calls upon his comprehensive experience as he demonstrates how scripts can automate repetitive, time-consuming tasks.
How to tap into some of the best free plug-ins to boost productivity and streamline page layout and workflow.
"Keep up the good work—it's helping so many of us stay up to speed on all the many topics involved in building creative websites." —Sandra M.
more from our members »


text:
NOH D Apartments95 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014 View On Map (212) 243-6344
For rates, availability, and other information fill out the availability request form and a representative from NOH D Apartments will contact you shortly
Noh D is located in the New York Area in the 10014 zip code. View this apartment on a map.
Back to Top
Maps & Directions
click to view interactive map


text:
In many cases, a brand's name can make or break its success.» Read More
Blackberry continues to cut costs and shift its focus to software and apps.
BlackBerry watched the unveiling of the iPhone with awe—then could only watch as the device stole its market share, according to a report.
May 22- Canadian smartphone maker BlackBerry Ltd is cutting jobs across the world, the company said on Friday, as it consolidates its software, hardware and applications business. The Waterloo, Ontario- based company last month said it was considering closing its offices in Sweden, a move that would result in the loss of up to 100 jobs. Up to Friday's close, the...
U.S. stocks closed lower on Friday as investors eyed inflation data and Fed Chair Yellen's speech ahead of the long weekend.
U.S. stock index futures indicated a flat to slightly lower open for Friday after inflation data and ahead of a speech by U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen.
Blackberry's buying back 12 million shares, 2.6% of its outstanding common stock, and wants to offer employees the opportunity to buy some too.
Some of the names on the move ahead of the open.
May 21- Canadian smartphone maker BlackBerry Ltd said it plans to buy back 12 million shares, sending its stock up nearly 2 percent in extended trading in the United States. BlackBerry said it would buy the shares, representing about 2.6 percent of its outstanding public float, over the Nasdaq Stock Market or on the Toronto Stock Exchange, subject to approval.
The smartphone market is about to become extinct, and Apple could become the next BlackBerry. Seriously.
BlackBerry CEO John Chen dishes on why they're back together with T-Mobile—and if he'll be wearing pink anytime soon!
Watch a video of reporters at the Today Show test smartphones to see whether they could survive being dropped from a building.
TODAY national investigative correspondent Jeff Rossen tests out whether a Samsung Galaxy, a Blackberry and an iPhone 6 can survive falls from various heights.
BlackBerry CEO John Chen said the company is working on a set of products that will help it to regain its faltering share of the smartphone market.
April 24- BlackBerry Ltd is considering closing its offices in Sweden, a move that would result in the loss of up to 100 jobs, a company spokesperson told Reuters. "At this time, we are considering the closure of our offices in Sweden. The company's Toronto- listed stock closed little changed at C $12.62 on Friday.
TORONTO, April 21- BlackBerry Ltd said on Tuesday it is launching a new certificate service that will help bring the security level it offers on smartphones to a slew of devices from cars to smart meters. The initiative is being dubbed BlackBerry Center for High Assurance Computing Excellence. U.S. retailer Target Corp is still recovering from a major breach in...
TORONTO, April 21- Canadian tech start-up Mosaic is putting color into low-end 3 D printers in a move to make the technology more accessible for everything from architectural modeling to medical training. More than 108,000 3 D printers shipped in 2014 and numbers should double every year, hitting 2.3 million by 2018, according to a forecast from technology...
These are the apps that keep users coming back.
Tech giants may seem eternal but can quickly cede to nimble competitors. Here's a look at 10 companies who have fallen from the top spot.
Of the 150 largest U.S. cities WalletHub ranked, here are the 5 best—and 5 worst—places for a college grad to move in search of a career.
U.S. stocks closed mildly higher as investors digested Fed Chair Janet Yellen's remarks remained cautious ahead of first quarter earnings in April.


text:
As if you needed yet another reason to steer clear of McCruelty foods … We know recipes can contain secret ingredients to give certain dishes an extra umph factor, but jeez Louise, some "special" ingredients should be left out of food altogether!
CNN recently reported that McDonald's makes its Chicken McNuggets with the chemical preservative tertiary butylhydroquinone (tBHQ), a petroleum-based product that is also found in varnishes, lacquers, and resins—anybody getting hungry yet? Mix that in with a little dimethylpolysiloxane (an anti-foaming agent)—which is also found in Silly Putty (one of my favorite snacks *gag, puke*)—and you're on your way to McNuggetville.
And if you're not already disgusted with McD's and their chemically enhanced foods, keep in mind that McD's also uses an outdated method of slaughter for its chickens—these birds are routinely hung upside down in shackles, have their throats slit, and are then dumped into tanks of scalding-hot water, oftentimes while they are still alive and able to feel pain.
It's so easy to eat with compassion. Click here for some yummy animal-free recipes and go vegan!
Please log in to comment.
1761 days ago
ooh.. sounds delicous! lol jk
I have been vegan for almost 2 years and feel so much healthier. I never ate bad before or much meat [chicken salad once a week and salmon about twice a week], but cutting out everything felt great! and it wasn't placebo because I wasn't expecting to feel better at all
1761 days ago
I'm new to PETA and I'm on the road to vegetarianism, and I have to say, if I keep reading stories like that, I'll be too disgusted to touch meat… That story made my tummy hurt… Poor chickens… I'm new to PETA and I'm on the road to vegetarianism, and I have to say, if I keep reading stories like that, I'll be too disgusted to touch meat… That story made my tummy hurt… Poor chickens… 3
1761 days ago
I was in the car with my mom at subway and we were talking to the employee there and she told us that when the chicken nuggets were first coming out that they put chicken nuggets in a choir an took them out a week later they took them out and they were still edibal from all the chemicals they inject chickens with!!!!!


text:
Where are the younger people?
View Single Post
Call me Ishmael
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 573
Thanks: 5
Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts
Rep Power:
Re: Where are the younger people?
I am still pretty young (45). On behalf of the pretty young people (not the people who are really young . . . them bastards), I want to say: your post was way too long to read!
That said, I think you have a point of sorts. Many cruisers are in a retirement mode and of retirement age. You don't want to be a retiree do you? If not, what you want out of your boat and the water is different. Think about that -- make it meaningful. If you just want to drink in marina bars then maybe you aren't that different than the old crowd. Don't worry so much about how others are doing it. How will YOU do it?
View Public Profile
Send a private message to blowinstink
Find all posts by blowinstink


text:
Brandon G Fox
Main Address:
Porcupine Creek
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-4340
(760) 776-6622
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-4340
(760) 776-6622
Brandon Fox is a PGA Professional in Rancho Mirage, CA. The PGA of America comprises 27,000 men and women professionals with one singular goal in mind - to make the game of golf more enjoyable for you.
Services Offered:
- Instruction
Professional has not entered award information.
Home » Golf Courses » California » Bermuda Dunes » Brandon G Fox
PGA of America Championships
Pete Dye Course
French Lick, Ind.
Westchester Country Club
Rye, N.Y.
Philadelphia Cricket Club
Philadelphia, Pa.
Whistling Straits
Kohler, Wis.
Hazeltine National Golf Club
Chaska, Minn.


text:
|Syracuse, Wichita State in pursuit of perfection
|Written by Admin
|Thursday, 13 February 2014 06:02
By DAVE SKRETTA
AP Sports Writer
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) - Five games and the Missouri Valley tournament stand between Wichita State and an unbeaten regular season. Seven and the ACC tournament stand in the way for Syracuse.
As the season enters the homestretch, the Shockers and the Orange are locked in an intriguing race against history. The last team to reach its league tournament with a perfect record was Saint Joseph's in 2004. The last team to win a perfect national title was Indiana in 1976.
There have only been seven unbeaten champions since the first NCAA tournament in 1939.
Syracuse has the tougher path with road games against Duke and Virginia on top of a tougher conference tournament. The Shockers only face one winning team before their conference tournament.


text:
Bryan Christopher Stevens charged in Stafford County church theftsComment
A 24-year-old man has been charged in a string of robberies that hit three churches in Stafford County since the start of 2012, authorities say.
Stafford County churches burglarizedComment
Unknown suspects have burglarized three churches in Stafford County so far this month, taking flat screen televisions, computers and cash.
Beverly Hills Jewelers Ltd. burglarized of more than $2 millionComment
"They took everything," Owner Gary B. Baker says. "Some of the Henrico investigators told me they haven't seen anything like this in 50 years."
Cheverly home burglaries caught on cameraComment
Police in a typically quiet Prince George's County town hope surveillance video will help them catch suspects in a series of burglaries taking place in broad daylight.
Woman, 70, severely beaten in Capitol HeightsComment
A 70-year-old woman, who is a former Marine, was severely beaten Thursday night during a burglary at her house in Capitol Heights.
Silver Spring Dec. 19 home burglaries may be linkedComment
Montgomery County Police say the two robberies happened about 20 minutes apart on McAlpine Road and Brunett Avenue in Silver Spring on Dec. 19. Watch surveillance video of one of the burglaries here.
Suspects steal from hundreds of mailboxes in WaldorfComment
Police are on the lookout for suspects who burglarized hundreds of mailboxes in Waldorf.
Alex Trebek burglary suspect could face 30 years in jailComment
The woman who authorities say broke in to the Jeopardy! host's hotel room in late July will be charged with first-degree burglary, and it's not the first time she's been accused of such a crime.
Teacup Pomeranian stolen in home burglary in Southeast
Brian Kendrick-Brown says a group of teens kicked in his front door and stole about $5,000 worth of electronic equipment. But worse, they stole his Teacup Pomeranian named Mohave.
Falls Church cyber-burglar steals computer and securityComment
A suspect who stole a computer from a Falls Church residence also stole the victim's online financial information.
Computer stolen, mined for financial info in Falls ChurchComment
Police are looking for suspects in a sophisticated burglary in which a computer was stolen and mined for financial information, Falls Church police said.
Little River Turnpike Shell station burglarizedComment
Authorities say that the Shell Gas station at 6500 Little River Turnpike in Alexandria was the target of a burglary attempt.
Justin Morgan, Frederick man arrested in incident at Hood CollegeComment
Frederick County police say they have arrested a man who illegally entered a Hood College dormitory and was found hiding in a women's bathroom.
Police report rash of burglaries in northern Va.Comment
Authorities are warning homeowners in northern Virginia to lock their doors following a series of burglaries.
Man charged with burglarizing 7 Express store in FrederickComment
A man was arrested wearing the same merchandise he was alleged to have stolen hours earlier in Frederick, police said.
Manassas man knocks out intruder with guitarComment
A potential home intruder got more than he bargained for when he tried to enter a home in Manassas this weekend. The homeowner defended his turf by knocking the man unconscious with a guitar.
Shevar Fisher, Ricky Bratcher arrested anc charged in burglariesComment
Prince George's County police say two men were arrested and accused of being part of a burglary ring that has hit multiple neighborhoods during the last eight months.
Sketch released of man who sexually abused woman in FairfaxComment
A sketch of a man suspected of robbing and assaulting a woman in Fairfax on Monday, has been released, police said.
RecommendedRecent Facebook Activity
Only On 7
ABC7 News at 4 Now Weekdays!ABC7 is giving you MORE news in your afternoons with an extra hour, an hour earlier! Join ABC7's Leon Harris and Alison Starling for what's trending in your community and world. Every weekday afternoon at 4pm right after back to back "Hot Bench" shows at 3pm on ABC7.


text:
Peter Jackson 'eviscerated' 'The Hobbit,' 'LOTR,' says Tolkien son
Christopher Tolkien, son of J.R.R. Tolkien and executor of his father's literary estate, expressed disappointment in the films made of the books by Peter Jackson.
During his first interview in 40 years in June, with the French publication Le Monde, Tolkien, 87, said that Jackson "eviscerated the book by making it" into "an action movie for young people aged 15 to 25," he said of the "Lord of the Rings" films. "And it seems that 'The Hobbit' will be the same kind of film." »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Video: The Concert Corner - Recapping Kenny Chesney
Country superstar Kenny Chesney performed for a sold-out crowd at Miller Park Saturday for the Brewers ballpark's first major concert since 2010. Photo by Rick Wood. »Read Full Blog Post
CBS pulls 'Mike & Molly' tornado-themed finale
CBS has pulled Monday night's "Mike & Molly" season finale in light of today's tornado devastation in Oklahoma, according to TheWrap.com.
The episode, entitled "Windy City," placed the characters in a tornado in Chicago. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Summer Reading: Books for people who loved John Green's 'The Fault in Our Stars'
On May 26, we're publishing our Summer Reading preview in the Journal Sentinel's Sunday Cue section and at TapMilwaukee.com, with dozens of suggestions for your enjoyment.
For today's preview of those suggestions, we asked our friends at Boswell Book Company to suggest young-adult titles for readers who were captivated by John Green's novel "The Fault in Our Stars," the story of two teenagers who meet at a cancer support group and fall in love. Booksellers Jannis Mindel, Nick Berg, Stacie Michelle Williams, Hannah Johnson-Breimeier and Daniel Goldin suggest these young-adult novels for readers who loved "Fault." »Read Full Blog Post
Ryan Braun, Aaron Rodgers opening Bayshore restaurant
8-Twelve MVP Bar and Grill, a restaurant associated with athletes Ryan Braun and Aaron Rodgers, will open its second location at Glendale's Bayshore Town Center.
The new 8-Twelve will be located in the space now leased to COA, a locally owned Mexican restaurant which Marc and Marta Bianchini opened in 2009. COA closes June 30, and 8-Twelve is expected to open in the fourth quarter, said David Moss, Bayshore general manager. »Read Full Blog Post(23)
'Summertime': 'The livin' is easy,' in many different voices
'Summertime,' the signature lullaby from 'Porgy & Bess,' is one of America's greatest musical hits. More than 33,000 versions of the song have been recorded, according to The Summertime Connection, a Dutch website that compiles a list of recordings of the song.
Through June 9, Milwaukee audiences can hear the song performed live at the Broadway Theatre Center, where the Skylight Music Theatre is staging "Porgy & Bess," with Kearstin Piper Brown and Rhea Olivaccé alternating in the role of Bess. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Pabst Mansion hosts summer wine tasting
The Pabst Mansion, 2000 W Wisconsin Ave., hosts a summer wine tasting on the mansion's front terrace June 14.
Downer Avenue Wine will select the wine list and Buddy Squirrel will provide Milwaukee-made chocolates. »Read Full Article
GMC and MiKE get $350,000 ArtPlace grant
ArtPlace America, a consortium of national and regional foundations and banks that works with the National Endowment for the Arts and other federal agencies, will award a $350,000 grant to the Greater Milwaukee Committee's MiKE initiative.
On Tap Today: Drink up, me hearties - while you still can
Summer's finally here, but some things are leaving town. One of them is the "Real Pirates" exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum, which pulls out next Monday. So, if you haven't set sail for it yet, you might want to heave to.
Speaking of scoundrels, the Brewers limp home today to start a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Maybe the team's "Spring Madness" ticket-deal promotion will help fill Miller Park - and get the team back in a winning frame of mind. »Read Full Blog Post


text:
Sign Up ForFREE Pattern Info!
Tell A Friend!
Out of Stock
Quantity Available: 9
Piece Code: G
Piece Name: Water Goblet
Size: 6 in
Our Price Each:
© 2015 Replacements, Ltd. All rights reserved
Quantity Available: 3
Piece Code: LC
Piece Name: Liquor Cocktail
Size: 3 7/8 in
Quantity Available: 5
Piece Code: COR
Piece Name: Cordial Glass
Size: 3 3/8 in
Quantity Available: 14
Piece Code: JW
Piece Name: Juice/Wine Glass
Size: 5 3/8 in
Quantity Available: 2
Piece Code: PAR
Piece Name: Parfait
Size: 7 1/4 in
Quantity Available: 4
Piece Code: COLD
Piece Name: Old Fashioned
Size: 3 1/4 in
Piece Code: CHB
Piece Name: Highball Glass
Size: 5 5/8 in
Piece Code: SP8
Piece Name: 8" Salad Plate
Size: 8 in
Piece Code: FB
Piece Name: Finger Bowl
Size: 4 3/4 in
Piece Code: BELR
Piece Name: Bell HC
Piece Code: CNSGR
Piece Name: Candlestick w/Metal Stand HC
Piece Code: TIDSPR
Piece Name: Salad Plate Tidbit HC
*This item is discounted 25% due to slight imperfections.
With Our "Find This For Me" Service we notify you via email once we have stock!
Piece Code: S
Piece Name: Champagne/Tall Sherbet
Size: 3 3/4 in
Piece Code: CS
Piece Name: Cocktail Shaker & Lid
Size: 11 in


text:
Shore Leave
Leather & Cotton Cording Double Wrap Bracelet
- Color:
- green
Please select an available size.
Please select a size.
This item has been reduced by 75% or more from its Full Retail Price. Therefore, it is final sale and non-returnable.
Estimated Delivery: -
Share This Item: Email
Description: Bracelet
- Leather with cotton rope woven through
- Double wrap
- Adjustable tab closure
Measurements: Length 14", width½"
Material: Leather
Brand: Shore Leave
This brand is available exclusively on Gilt. It was created in collaboration with our preferred brand partners to bring you great style at an accessible price point. Slash-through price based on price(s) of similar but not necessarily identical product.
Origin: Imported


text:
Top Definition
To be perfect or the act of being perfect. It is native in the Lovatic language and often used to describe Demetria Devonne Lovato. It was actually named after her due to the perfectness she has provided to this world. Imed is Demi spelled backwards.
автор: PaoPao 2 февраля 2014


text:
Will the West become the East?
"I included a dummy for Eastern Europe" the presenter said, explaining the statistical methodology in her paper.
You have, you see, to control for the unknowable, complex bundle of historical peculiarities that mark out one half of the continent's democracies from the other and might skew your results.
"But not just a dummy for Western Europe?" my colleague and I mischievously wondered.
Silly question. of course. And we didn't ask it. Most comparative political science research –West European democracies in the old (pre-2004) EU as their point of departure. Most political science theories and paradigms have been framed on the experience of established (or as they are sometimes termed 'advanced') democracies of Western Europe and the United States. Many political models, – of democracy, interest group politics or party organisation – are abstractions and distillations of the experience Western Europe.
The task of those studying Eastern and Central Europe typically been an exercise in model fitting, of noticing and measuring up the gaps – like a tailor trying to fix up a suit made for someone else with quick alterations. Eastern Europe – despite geographical and cultural proximity success of democratisation and liberal institution building – is not Western Europe.
The normative question lurking in the background is, of course, that of catch-up and convergence: when will Central and Eastern Europe become more like Western Europe? When would it consolidate 'Western-style democracy'? Read More…
Is 'Scotland's Future' from Central Europe's past?
In a special guest post Kieran Williams reflects on the lessons for the SNP's project of Scottish independence to be learned from the making and unmaking of Czechoslovakia.
The Scottish government's glimpse of the future in an independent state was a trip down memory lane for those of us who remember the breakup of the Central and East European federations.
To be sure, the White Paper released on 26 November is a far more thorough and thoughtful rationale than anything that could be composed as the Soviet Union, Yugoslavia or Czechoslovakia unraveled. It is also relies more on inclusive civic principles – statehood desired as a means to a fairer and more competent administration – than on the discourse of national destiny heard in the former Soviet bloc twenty years ago.
But here and there amidst the 650 answers of 'Scotland's Future', I caught a strong whiff from the archives of Central Europe, in particular of Slovakia, a country easily compared to Scotland owing to almost identical population size (5.3 million), exceptionally large proportion of university graduates, highland-lowland range, and so on. I was reminded in particular of documents like the '61 Steps to Slovak Identity', released in October 1990 by lawyers and economists of the 'Sovereign Slovakia' Initiative, and the manifesto of Vladimír Mečiar's Movement for a Democratic Slovakia (HZDS) for the 1992 election, the last held before Czechoslovakia was dissolved. Read More…
Czech Republic: Turning left or melting down?
Czech voters go to the polls in early parliamentary elections on 25-26 October. The elections follow the collapse, amid personal and political scandal, of the centre-right government of Petr Nečas in June, and the subsequent failure of President Zeman's handpicked caretaker administration to win a vote of confidence.
At one level the election seems set to deliver a simple and straightforward verdict,: established opposition parties on the left will win, while governing right-wing parties will be heavily rejected by an electorate frustrated with austerity, stagnating living standards and sleaze. The main opposition Czech Social Democrats (ČSSD), most polls have suggested, will emerge as the clear winners with around 25-30 per cent of the vote, although the final polls published before voting have suggested that the party's support is starting to slide. Meanwhile the hardline Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia (KSČM) is likely to pull in 15-20 per cent.
The polls also point to a defeat of historic proportions for the right-wing parties of the former coalition. The Civic Democrats (ODS) (formerly led by Nečas) have proved surprisingly deft in trying to pull back from the brink: the party picked Miroslava Němcová, one of its few leaders untainted by corruption – and the first woman to head a major Czech party – as the party's new public face and have run an inventive (and occasionally witty) Twitter-led election campaign.
But voters have remained largely unimpressed and the ODS seems set to see the 20 per cent support it received in the 2010 elections – then its worst ever performance – halved, relegating it to minor party status. Some polls put the ODS as low as 6.5 per cent, close to the 5 per cent threshold for parliamentary representation. The Chart below gives an indication of the latest polling.
ODS's main centre-right rival TOP09 has, however, failed to capitalise on the troubles of its former coalition partner. Instead, it has waged a pedestrian election campaign and has no prospect of repeating its success in this year's presidential election, when TOP09 leader Karel Schwarzenberg united a broad swathe of liberal and centre-right voters against the left-wing challenge of Miloš Zeman. Most polls suggest the party will struggle to match the 16 per cent it polled in 2010
Many voters have turned to new parties and extra-parliamentary groupings. Niche parties such as the Greens and Christian Democrats (KDU-ČSL), 'personal parties' such as the Civic Rights Party (SPOZ) of President Zeman or the Eurosceptic nationalist 'Heads Up' bloc endorsed by Václav Klaus have picked up sufficient support to put them within shouting distance of the five per cent hurdle.
So too has the populist Dawn of Direct Democracy movement of a businessman-turned-politician Tomio Okamura. Okamura, who first came to prominence as a judge on the Czech TV's version of Dragon's Den in 2010, has gained profile through his fierce attacks against the political class, socially populist rhetoric and baiting of the Roma minority using his unusual Czecho-Japanese background to deny accusations of racism
The most telling impact, however, has been made by ANO2011 the anti-corruption movement led by the Slovak-born billionaire Andrej Babiš, which has moved in a few weeks from relative obscurity to opinion ratings comfortably in excess of 10 per cent and is now regularly outpolling ODS and TOP09. Read More…
Teaching Eastern Europe: A course by any other name?
Like most British academics I'm loath to put any of my courses through multiple committees merely for a change of name. But sometimes you come to a point where you just know that the old name's old name's just got to go.
The Politics of Transition and Integration in Central and Eastern Europe course has evolved since I started teaching it some ten years ago. Less on communism, more on the EU. Out with Democratic Consolidation, in with Quality of Democracy. Downplay ethnic conflict, foreground state-building and welfare state reform. Fond farewell (sniff) to George Schöpflin's book on Eastern Europe and the 'condition of post-communism'. Hello to a new generation of work on leverage and democracy in CEE with sharper methodology and fewer Shakespearean quotes.
Oh and make a small, small berth on reading list for Theories of European Disintegration alongside Andrew Moravcsik and Frank Schimmelfenning onwhy the EU integrated and why it expanded.
And yes the end, there are no two ways about it. That name too will have to change, paperwork or no paperwork. Transition, at least in the democratisation sense of the word, is almost a historical topic. And integration (well EU membership anyway) is ten
But the difficult question, of course, now is what do I call it? If the region's current politics are no defined by transition and integration, what does define them? Read More…
What drives the rise of Europe's new anti-establishment parties?
The spectacular breakthrough of Pepe Grillo's Five Star Movement in Italy in February underlined the potential for a new type of anti-establishment politics in Europe – loosely organised, tech savvy and fierce in its demands to change the way politics is carried class, but lacking the anti-capitalism or racism that would make them easily pigeon-holeable as traditional outsider parties of far-left or far-right.
But for observers of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the dramatic eruption of new parties led by charismatic anti-politicians promising to fight corruption, renew politics and empower citizens is nothing new. Indeed, over the last decade a succession of such parties – led by a colourful array of 'non-politicians' ranging from aristocrats to central bankers, journalists and businessmen – have broken into parliaments in the region.
Some have achieved spectacular overnight success in elections on a scale easily comparable to Grillo's and (unlike Grillo) have often marched straight into government. Some examples include Simeon II National Movement (NDSV) in Bulgaria in 2001, New Era in Latvia in 2002 and Res Publica (Estonia 2003) and, more recently, the Czech Republic's Public Affairs party (2010), the Palikot Movement (Poland 2011), Positive Slovenia (2011) and Ordinary People (Slovakia 2012),
In a new paper my UCL colleague Allan Sikk and I explore what these parties, which we term anti-establishment reform parties, have in common and what drives their success. Read More…
Czech Republic: Why all parties will lose early elections
If as British prime-minister Harold Wilson famously commented, a week is a long time in politics, then a month can be an eternity.
This is certainly the case in the Czech Republic, where both anti-corruption probe that spectacularly brought down the government of prime minister Nečas in May and technocratic caretaker government that President Zeman imposed on a less than enthusiatic parliament have largely collaped.
The Czech Supreme Court's expansive interpretation of parliamentary immunity of 26 July saw most of the key dramatis personnae from the political world released from jail and charges withdrawn. It remains to be seen whether lines investigation focusing on the affairs of politically-connected business 'godfathers' or the misuse of military intelligence to monitor the then prime minister's wife lead anywhere, but so little has been heard.
Meanwhile on 7 August as expected, Miloš Zeman's handpicked 'government of experts' under former finance minister Jiří Rusnok failed to win a vote of confidence in parliament. The real story, however, was the disunity of centre-right parties, whose claims they still had a parliamentary majority – and hence a claim to go on governing– were shot to pieces by the failure of three right-wing deputies to vote against Rusnok, the culprits being two Civic Democrat deputies with previous form and the mercurial Karolina Peake, leader of the tiny LIDEM party.
As political reality dawned on the right, discussion moved at breakneck speed to early elections as centre-right parties agreed to vote with the Social Democrats to dissolve parliament to bring about the early elections left-wing parties claimed they really had always wanted all along.
Parliament votes tomorrow (20 August) and – despite some speculation from the Zeman camp and some journalists that dissolution of the Chamber of Deputies may not, after all, be a done deal – it seems likely that the Czech Republic will be heading for early elections in October.
There seems little doubt about who will win (the left) and lose (the right), but the prospect nevertheless raises some crucial questions about the future shape of Czech politics. Read More…
An 'Arab 1989′ in 1989?
When the Arab Spring broke out two years ago, and there were plenty of commentaries about the Arab 1989. And, perhaps against their better judgement, many specialists on Eastern Europe – including me – piled in to muse about the lessons post communist transitions might hold for unfolding democratisation in the Middle East and North Africa.
A few of these, such as the lecture Thomas Carothers of the Carnegie Foundation gave at UCL well thought through and insightful. But in hindsight many of these pieces did not go further than juxtaposition seasoned with a dose of speculation.
Having witnessed the academic spats of the 1990s when East European area studies got bogged down in polemics with comparative political scientists, in part driven by anguish and reproach over the failure of area specialists to anticipate the collapse of Communism, perhaps we should have known better.
The military intervention in Egypt and the brutal and tenacious resistance of the Assad regime in Syria – and the apparent internationalization of the Syrian civil war – have caught many commentators flat-footed. There doesn't seem to be so much writing about the Arab 1989 (or even 1848) now.
One of the biggest problems of such current affairs driven, instant cross-regional analysis is that we hardly know the beginning of the story, still less its end. To put it in the jargon of political science, we do not have a consolidated outcome.
But perhaps, in any case, the question is the wrong way round. Rather than East Europeanists pondering what post-communist transition tell us what the unfinished story of the Arab Spring, we should asking what events in the Middle East tell us about post-communist region we actually (supposedly) know something about. Maybe we should view events in Eastern Europe in a new light.
The tenacity of regime resistance and ongoing instability driven by poverty and conflicts between political religion and the more secular groups in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) certainly makes what Ralf Dahrendorf anticipated would be Central and Eastern Europe's 'vale of tears' look relatively quick, speedy and benign. The rapid reassertion of entrenched regime forces in the failed or failed transition in the former Soviet Union also begins to look more the norm than it once did. Read More…
Czech Republic: Zeman tears up the script
The collapse of the centre-right government of Czech prime minister Petr Nečas earlier this month came as little surprise. His coalition had struggled on for more than a year without a parliamentary majority trying to push through an unpopular package of reforms and austerity measures that divided even its own MPs.
Nor, in hindsight, was it surprising that Nečas was forced to resign in a corruption scandal. Although by reputation a geekish Mr Clean, Nečas's efforts to root out corruption in his own Civic Democratic Party (ODS) and in wider political life proved patchy and ineffectual.
The main talking points were how close the arrests came to Nečas – the main accused is his former chef de cabinet Jana Nagyová – and why Czech police and prosecutors had only now got their act together after years of suspicious inaction. Commentators speculated that the anti-corruption probe could open out in Central European version of Italy's Clean Hands operation in the early1990s that brought down the whole party-political establishment.
Most commentators assumed, however, that in the interim the coalition would limp on until scheduled elections in 2014 under the Civic Democrats' stopgap leader Miroslava Němcova or that the deadlock would be broken by a cross-party vote to dissolve parliament. Attention shifted to the familiar ritual of party delegations being called in for talks with the president, who constitutionally appoints the prime minister and informally plays a brokering role in government formation.
At this point, however, the country's recently elected president Miloš Zeman tore up the political script. Read More…


text:
Dutch champions FC Twente made the most of a Werder Bremen implosion to grab a vital away win in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
The Germans were seemingly in control of the contest until Torsten Frings was sent off in the 74th minute when he had an outburst at referee Alain Hansen following a challenge on Bryan Ruiz.
The sending off sparked Twente into action as they scored through Nacer Chadli in the 81st minute before Luuk de Jong added a second three minutes later after Ruiz's pinpoint cross found his head.
The win allowed Twente to replace Bremen in third on the Group A table as they lie two points behind first and second-placed Tottenham and Inter Milan.
UEFA Champions League – Group A
Werder Bremen (GER): 0
FC Twente (NED): 2 (Nacer Chadli 81', Luuk de Jong 84')
Venue: Weserstadion, Bremen
Crowd: 35,000
Referee: Alain Hansen
Yellow cards: BRE - nil
TWE - Douglas Franco 41', Thilo Leugers 62', Rasmus Bengtsson 68'
Red card: BRE - Torsten Frings 74'


text:
Jolt Stephanie Dark Wash Bootcut Jeans
Item # 206389
Buy 1 Get 1 50% off
Stash Points: 898
What is this?This is the number of points you get in The Zumiez Stash for purchasing this item. Stash points are redeemable for exclusive rewards only available to Zumiez Stash members. To redeem your points check out the rewards catalog on thestash.zumiez.com.
Make the Stephanie jeans from Jolt a staple in your wardrobe.
|More Details


text:
Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (State Hwy 140 to South boundary of Cra -
For those who have the time, this is a beautiful section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it lies within the beautiful Sky Lakes Wilderness. It offers outstanding vistas and many opportunities for side excursions. The saddle between Devil's Peak and Lee Peak is usually impassable to horses through most of July due to the steep snowfield on the north side. The lake basins are notorious for hungry mosquitoes in early summer. Many hikers prefer to tackle this one early in the season since melting snowdrifts provide water where later in the season there is none. Travelers on horseback should wait until August. Carry lots of water! This trail follows ridge tops and drinking water is very scarce along most of its length, unless you take Pacific Crest Trail side excursions. Visitors should be aware that water in the wilderness and backcountry areas may not be safe to drink. Water is not tested and should be purified before drinking.
Read more at Travel Oregon
Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (State Hwy 140 to South boundary of Cra
Lake of the Woods Highway


text:
Journaling ideas since 2003
Advertise Newsletter Shop
Advertise Newsletter Shop
Stick-On Patch Prevents Hangovers
Cosmetic surgeon Dr Leonard Grossman has created a stick-on patch that prevents hangovers after the consumption of alcoholic drinks.
Drinkers get hangovers—characterized by symptoms like headaches, nausea and thirst—when their bodies are depleted of Vitamin B and other vital nutrients after drinking alcohol.
The anti-hangover patch—named "Bytox"—prevents the onslaught of hangovers by rapidly and continuously replenishing the body with a generous dose of these depleted nutrients.
The best way to prevent hangovers may be to abstain from drinking, but if you have to party, this patch may be able to save you hours of regret the morning after.
[via Bytox]
Receive interesting stories like this one in your inbox
Advertise here
More news on
More news on
Also check out these recent news
Round-Ups Of The Week
TAXI Chatter: 'Mad Men', 'Suicide Squad', 'Steve Jobs', & More
Career Advice


text:
Women's Basketball Announces Season Awards
The Tigers held their annual banquet on April 15
Mizzou Upsets Oklahoma State to Advance to Quarterfinals
Brock and Flores record double-doubles to bring Tigers to victory
Three Tigers Earn All-Big 12 Recognition
Flores, Brock and Simmons earn All-Big 12 Awards
Mizzou Closes Regular Season at Oklahoma State
Tigers fall 68-47 to the Cowgirls
Tigers Head to Oklahoma State Saturday
Tigers and Cowgirls play at 7 p.m.
Missouri Women's Basketball vs. Oklahoma - March 8, 2012
Missouri Women's Basketball vs. Oklahoma - March 8, 2012
Big 12 Women's Basketball Championships - Missouri vs. Oklahoma State
Big 12 Women's Basketball Championships - Missouri vs. Oklahoma State - March 7, 2012
Missouri vs. Texas
Missouri vs. Texas - February 28, 2012
Missouri vs. Kansas State
Missouri vs. Kansas State - February 25, 2012
Missouri vs. Texas A&M
Missouri vs. Texas A&M - February 14, 2012
Junior (2010-11): Played in her most games as a Tiger with 30 starting 6 of those games...increased point averages of minutes (11.0) and points (4.1)...lead Mizzou in rebounding in 4 games including a career high of 9 against Texas A&M... won the most improved player award...
Sophomore (2009-10): Played in 19 games during her sophomore season ... averaged 8.1 mpg. and 2.7 ppg. ... played a career high 20 minutes in MU's win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff ... also played at least 14 minutes against No. 9 Florida State, Florida A&M, Indiana, Texas-Pan American and Murray State ... scored a career best eight points on 4-of-5 shooting against Texas-Pan American ... notched seven points on three occasions, against Florida A&M, Murray State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff ... grabbed a personal best six rebounds at Indiana.
Freshman (2008-09):Saw action in six games in her inaugural year with the Tigers ... played in three Big 12 Conference contests, including road games at Baylor, Iowa State and Kansas ... made 3-of-5 shot attempts on the year ... made her only field goal attempt against Toledo and at Baylor ... scored a basket against UT Martin when she also grabbed two rebounds.
High School: Averaged 9.0 ppg., 9.0 rpg., 2.8 bpg. and shot 54.7 percent from the field as Wagner advanced to the state semifinals in 2008 with a 36-2 record ... selected to the San Antonio Express News All-Area team and to the all-district first team her senior season ... selected to play in Lone Star Senior All-Star Game. ...selected as alternate to Texas Association of Basketball Coaches All-Star Game ... attended Judson High School as as freshman and sophomore ... was a three-year starter on the basketball court ... a three-sport standout at Wagner, also starring in volleyball and track ... earned 26-5A all-district honorable mention in volleyball ... earned the UTSA Relays high jump title in 2007.
Personal: Full name is BreAnna Camille Brock. ... born July 10, 1990 in San Antonio, Texas ... daughter of Virgil Brock, Sr. and Janice Brock ...has two brothers, Virgil, Jr., who received scholarship offers as a high jumper, and Fredricc Brock, who played football for Texas Southern University and nearly made roster of Houston Texans ...enjoys volunteering for the Special Olympics ...plans to study pre-med with focus on pediatric medicine.
More Headlines
Mizzou Heads to K-State for WNIT Round 2
Mizzou will head to Kansas State to face a former Big 12 foe on Sunday. The Tigers will look to...
Tigers Earn WNIT Win over UNI
Mizzou Women's Basketball earned its first postseason WNIT win since 2003 on Thursday night with ...
Tigers Ready for Postseason Play
The Tigers will kick off the first round of the 2015 WNIT at Northern Iowa on Thursday. The...
Women's Basketball Heads to Third Straight ...
Missouri Women's Basketball will continue its season this week as the Tigers have been selected...
Mizzou Falls to Georgia in SEC Tournament Play,...
A career night for sophomore Sierra Michaelis wasn't enough to lift the 7th-seeded Tigers over...
Tigers Open SEC Tournament Play Thursday
Mizzou will look for its first SEC Tournament victory on Thursday against the Lady Bulldogs. The ...
Mizzou's Jordan Frericks Earns All-SEC Honors
Mizzou sophomore forward Jordan Frericks was awarded All-SEC Second Team Honors, as announced by ...
Frericks Earns SEC Player of the Week Honors
Sophomore Jordan Frericks has been named SEC Player of the Week, as announced Monday (March 2) by...
Online Stores
Official StoreOfficial Online
AUCTIONSOfficial Mobile APP
Top Videos
- Schedules


text:
Customer Reviews
- I absolutely love this product! The color is soft and very natural looking. I bought my first one at our local Target store and loved it so much I decided to buy another because they were on clearance, and there were only 3 left. My favorite color is Purity, but I also bought Luck because that was all they had left. I do wish the color lasted a little longer, but it lasts at least 4 hours for me, which is pretty good.
Super pretty!
- this is a super pretty lip product that looks beautiful and different on all lips and skin tones, making it unique and special!
Love for cheeks too
- this is an amazing stain that looks amazing on the lips and cheeks as well!!!! All you do is basically draw it on!
super cool lip and cheek stain!
- this is a fabulous lip and cheek stain and the color lasts all day on your lips! they have beautiful shades, I love youth the best. definitely a cool product!
super easy to apply
- these are like drawing with a marker on your lip, they are that easy! they are fool proof and look beautiful on!
Fantastic Lip and Cheek Stain!
- I use this as a lip and cheek stain when I am on the go and it works fabulously! Just make a few little x's on my cheeks and fill in my lips and it will last for HOURS!
love the color but I wish it lasted longer
- I love this product in the color purity. I have larger lips so it is hard for me to wear just any color, but this product is so light and sheer it adds just enough color to my lips so they stand out without it being overwhelming and it looks natural. The only issue I have had with this product is it wears off very quick so I have to reapply very often.
love how it glides on and can build for deeper color
- reordering another color. love it.
The youth baby pink is an awesome color for my dull yellow skin. It brightens my face even if I only apply on my lips but it does not last long...could just be me. It lasts for maybe 3 hours.
- A must try. The youth color is awesome!
- Love this product. Lip Blush Purity is my to go products these days.
How To
A long lasting, sheer yet full-pigment matte lip stain that creates a blushing, healthy stay-on hue
What it is formulated to do:
Lip Blush provides a matte stain of colour on lips that lasts and lasts without needing to re-apply - for a minimum of 8 hours! Perfect for days when you are on the go. This feather-light water stain provides deep colour with a unique non-drying formula - lips stay supple and hydrated. Precision felt tip gives a perfectly defined lip line with a sheer yet highly pigmented colour payoff.
Color is translucent and can be built up or darkened with added layers.
Additional Information
|Color Description
|How to
Use the felt tip directly on clean lips.
Line first for precision and then fill in rest of the lips.
Use a second application for a more intense effect and add gloss on top for extra lustre.
|New Icon
|Has a video
Use the felt tip directly on clean lips.
Line first for precision and then fill in rest of the lips.
Use a second application for a more intense effect and add gloss on top for extra lustre.
Water (Aqua), Propylene Glycol, Alcohol, PEG-30 Glyceryl Stearate, PVP, PEG/PPG-14/4 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Panthenol, Fragrance (Parfum), Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol. May Contain: [+/- Red 28 (CI 45410), Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Blue 1 (CI 42090), Yellow 5 (CI 19140)].
Ingredients are subject to change. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging.


text: http://forum.xda-developers.com – Team Horizon presents XenonHD is a custom firmware aka ROM for various Android devices. It is built from Android Open Source Project (AOSP) with additional features, performance and battery life improvements. The idea behind XenonHD is to give users a ROM that is "blazing fast, rock stable and buttery smooth". Base : Jelly Bean 4.2.2 JDQ39E : FULL AOSP BASE FROM SOURCE. It's Rockstable,Blazing fast. and now Buttery Smooth too! Download in post #2 Changelog in post #3 Team Horizon: Adam80460 iceandfire TheBr0ken pr0xy man1Ac PCarenza T-Macgnolia Thanks to: AOSP Cyanogenmod AOKP (HowTos)


text:
Rates are calculated based on the latest information provided. Please contact the manager/owner to confirm actual rates for your requested dates.
Thank you for taking time to review this property and we are sorry to hear that you were underwhelmed. The Four Seasons properties are older and a bit dated but...


text:
Property Details
House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 8 Sleeps
Come relax in our remodeled and newly furnished home just
blocks from the beach. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and additional
private sleeping quarters in a upstairs loft. Enjoy all the comforts
of a fully furnished home that is just a 5 minute drive to
downtown Santa Barbara and walking distance to the beach and
Shoreline park.
Home comfortably sleeps 8 with a king size bed, queen bed, private
den with a queen sofa bed, and private upstairs loft with a queen
plus sofa bed. Both sofa beds are brand new and amazingly
comfortable. The sofa beds do not have any metal bars, only a very
comfortable mattress. There are also queen and twin size Aero beds that are
great for kids or teens.
Upstairs loft has separate TV area so parents and children can each
have their own space.
Outdoor patio is a few steps from the kitchen and downstairs
livingroom so outdoor grilling and entertaining is a breeze.
Come and enjoy breathtaking Santa Barbara at its best.
Recent Review
Great home!
About the Owner
2 Reviews
2 traveler reviews
Great home!
Lovely home in residential setting
The homeowner was extrememly accomodating. We were only there for an extended weekend, and had an incredible time at this location. We have been visiting Santa Barbara for more than 10 years, since two of our children have attended the University of California, and found this location to be central to both the college (about 15-20 minutes north), the downtown area, and the beaches. I highly recommend this property.
Activity and Interests
Beach Acitivities: swimming, sailing, surfing, biking, kayaking,
fishing, and windsurfing.
Close to shopping, restaurants, movie theaters, spas, Stearns Wharf
and the Santa Barbara Wildlife Zoo.
Tennis Courts, running track and a public pool are just 5 minutes
Rental rates
- Nightly Rate: $450 - $500
Weekly Rate: $2000 - $2800
Monthly Rate: $6000 - $8000
May-Sept 15th: - $2,500/week or $8,000/month
Holidays: - $2,800/week or $500/night (includes UCSB Graduation)
Sept. 15th-Apr: - $2,000/week or $6,000/month (excluding Holidays)
Three (3) night minimum: - $500/night or $1,000/weekend
Security deposit, $1,000 - for stays over 2 weeks deposit is $2,500
$225 cleaning fee - deducted from refundable deposit, $250 for group of 8 or more
City Tax of 12%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Renters must provide proof of age, we do not rent to anyone under 25.
- 12
- Available
- 12
- Unavailable
- 12
- Today
Property Type
- house
- Adventure
- Family
- pets not allowed
Location Type
- Beach View
Sports & Adventure Activities
- golf
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- - Fully equipped kitchen - Washer & Dryer - Cable TV - 2 plasma TVs - one 32" and one 37" - High Speed Internet and Laserjet Printer - Wine refrigerator - Sunken Tub and Separate Shower in Master Bath - Fold out Crib - Outdoor patio with brand new Gas BBQ - Outdoor teak table with seating for 10 - Bar with 4 bar stools - Linens, blankets, and towels provided - 2 Hair Dryers - Beach Chairs and Beach towels - Offstreet parking for 2 vehicles (under carport) - Peak of the ocean view


text:
25 October 2010 20:04 [Source: ICIS news]
HOUSTON (ICIS)--Rhodia Polyamide's year-long force majeure (FM) on its European nylon (polyamide) 6,6 chain has been lifted, the French company announced on Monday.
The initial FM was implemented in October 2009 after declining water levels in the Rhine river critically hampered the supply of raw materials, most notably butadiene (BD), a feedstock for the adiponitrile (ADN) used to make nylon 6,6.
In March 2010, the company extended its declaration, based largely on continued BD shortages. Water levels on the Rhine had returned to normal, but BD production constraints and FMs at Saudi major SABIC continued to impair the sourcing of nylon 6,6 feedstocks.
The company did not elaborate on factors prompting the lifting of the measure, but said it would affect nylon 6,6 polymer, intermediates, compounds and performance fibres.
Despite the eased supply restrictions, "procurement logistics have been rendered difficult" as a result of the recent labour tensions in France, a Rhodia spokesperson said.
However, blockades by striking workers at France's oil refineries and fuel depots have started to clear, according to media reports.
For more on Rhodia visit ICIS company intelligence
To discuss issues facing the chemical industry go to ICIS connect
For the latest chemical news, data and analysis that directly impacts your business sign up for a free trial to ICIS news - the breaking online news service for the global chemical industry.
Get the facts and analysis behind the headlines from our market leading weekly magazine: sign up to a free trial to ICIS Chemical Business.
|ICIS news FREE TRIAL
|Get access to breaking chemical news as it happens.
|ICIS Global Petrochemical Index (IPEX)
|ICIS Global Petrochemical Index (IPEX). Download the free tabular data and a chart of the historical index
Asian Chemical Connections


text:
Stanton Heights
Police Seek Suspect In Armed Convenience Store Robbery
Pittsburgh police are asking for help from the public in identifying the suspect wanted in a convenience store armed robbery last week.
Truck Runs Into Stanton Heights House
A truck ran into a house Wednesday afternoon in Stanton Heights.
Missing Stanton Heights Boy Found
Pittsburgh police are asking for help from the public in finding a missing 12-year-old from Stanton Heights.
Officials Pay Tribute On 4th Anniversary Of Stanton Heights Tragedy
It has been four years, since three Pittsburgh Police officers were shot and killed in Stanton Heights.
Kaplan Institute Honors 3 Officers Slain In Stanton Heights
Stanton Heights. April 4, 2009. Three Pittsburgh police officers were gunned down, in a final act of heroism. But their names live on.
Stanton Heights Standoff Ends Peacefully
A Stanton Heights standoff ended peacefully Sunday, despite the suspect's plethora of weapons.
Armed Men Rob Stanton Heights Family, Punch Victims
Police are searching for three men who robbed a home in Stanton Heights Monday afternoon.
Suspect In Stanton Heights Shootout Ordered To Stand Trial
Appearing in a wheelchair, a man injured during a shootout with a Pittsburgh police officer was in court on Tuesday for a hearing.
3 Taken To Hospital For Suspected Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Three people were taken to a local hospital Monday evening after reportedly being sickened by carbon monoxide in Stanton Heights.
Law Enforcement React To Rash Of Police Shootings
Not that many years ago, the thought of shooting a police officer would be almost un-thinkable. That seems to have changed, and local law enforcement officials say it has a lot to do with a lack of family values.
Officer Saved By Bullet Proof Vest In Stanton Heights
This morning, a police officer has been treated and released after being hit by a round in the Stanton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
Man, Woman Hospitalized After Shooting In Stanton Heights
A man and a woman remain in the hospital today following a domestic dispute and shooting at a duplex late Wednesday night in Pittsburgh's Stanton Heights neighborhood.
Man, Woman Shot In Stanton Heights
Police are investigating a double shooting in Pittsburgh's Stanton Heights neighborhood. The shooting happened at 4324 Coleridge Street Wednesday night.
Poplawski's Stanton Heights Home Demolished
Crews have torn down the Stanton Heights home where convicted murderer Richard Poplawski shot and killed three Pittsburgh Police officers.
Poplawski House Set To Be Demolished As Community Continues To Heal
The Stanton Heights home where three Pittsburgh police officers were shot and killed while responding to a domestic dispute in April of 2009 is set to be demolished Monday, bringing down a painful reminder for the community.


text:
Prostate Cancer Gone
You may recall postings from me in late March and early April where I disclosed that I had been diagnosed with Stage 1 Prostate Cancer. I had surgery April 27 to remove my prostate, the preferred treatment approach at my age (48).
I am happy to report that my first post surgical PSA check came back at 0 (as in zero). My urologist says it is highly unlikely I will have any reoccurrence of this cancer.
You may also recall my great love for Little Debbie Swiss Cake Rolls. I have already had a package of two as my initial celebration.
Thanks again to everyone at AccountingWeb for your support and encouragement.
This blog
Joel M. Ungar, CPA is a lifelong resident of the Detroit area and a graduate of The University of Michigan. He is a principal with Silberstein Ungar, PLLC, a Top 15 auditor of SEC public reporting companies. Joel writes observations on different matters and especially on working with and using LinkedIn. He thinks he has a sense of humor.


text:
Winter!: Prepare for holiday gaming!
Been playing a bit of the closed betas. Fun Relaxing game. IT was a nice diversion from the grinding and stuff from other games. I will keep playing this one from time to time.
Game Traits applied to Hello Kitty Online (PC) by tattle
Member actions:


text:
Travess Smalley for Rhizome's Paddle8 Auction (Ending Friday)
Travess Smalley's Composition in Clay 35.7, part of Rhizome's Paddle 8 auction, is on the front page of Rhizome.org through the auction's end this Friday at 3pm EST.
"I think of the home office as the studio," Travess Smalley contends, an interest which is reflected in his use of the flatbed scanner as image-making tool and sculptural object. This embrace of the basics of domestic computing culture speaks to the interests of the "surf club" generation of artists, who in the mid- to late-aughts used group blogs (Smalley was a member of one called Loshadka) to make conversational, collaborative net art out of memes, links, and the semiotics of the web.
And yet Smalley's process of layering clay on the scanner bed, scanning the composition, and digitally altering the result to create a photographic print (as in the piece at auction), results in works relating as much to digital culture as to pop art (think, Jasper Johns), contemporary process abstraction (Gerhard Richter), and early photographic experimentation (Henry Fox Talbot's impressions).
Origins: Lynn Hershman Leeson in NYC
Lynn Hershman Leeson, Roberta's Construction Chart #2, 1975
The sophistication and prescience of Lynn Hershman Leeson's decades-long engagement with identity under networked conditions, bioengineering, surveillance, and on becomes more evident with each year (and its attendant tech, genetic splices, and corporate and governmental intrusions). Gratifyingly, then, 2015 promises the continued run of the artist's retrospective at ZKM | Zentrum für Kunst und Medientechnologie Karlsruhe, with its forthcoming comprehensive monograph, and, opening tonight, a solo presentation at Bridget Donahue's new gallery:
Artist Profile: Jeanette Hayes
The latest in a series of interviews with artists whose work makes use of or responds to network culture and digital technologies.
Zachary Kaplan: A few months back, I was on my way to your studio just as you posted a picture of Anna Wintour walking down the street (maybe at Prince and Thompson?). At first I thought, "Why is Anna Wintour skulking around SoHo alone, and how great is this photo?". But then I worried, "Jeanette's not going to be at her studio; she's out in the world capturing this picture that seems so 'on brand.'" When I arrived at your studio in Nolita, though, you were there working on some stuff for New Hive. That all of this seemed to be happening at once—the instagram of Anna Wintour, the in-progress montages, the general thrum of your studio—felt very specific.
The Accidental Archivist: Criticism on Facebook, and How to Preserve It
In mid-January, a Facebook friend liked a status update, causing it to pop up in my News Feed; I've been avidly following its thread ever since. Now at 675 comments and counting, this rich exchange encapsulates the increasing importance of the art-related discourse that takes place on Facebook, and its precarity.
Los Angeles-based artist, writer, curator, and educator Micol Hebron initiated this conversation with a simple request:
Facebookers, what do you think of this: artist Joe Scanlan, an older white male artist, invented a fictional artist, Donelle Woolford, who is female, black, and seems a bit younger than he is. Scanlan hires actresses to 'play' Donelle for pictures and interviews, and he makes the artwork that she 'makes'. He began this project about 13 years ago. Donelle Woolford is in the 2014 Whitney Biennial. Here is an interview with Scanlan by Jeremy Sigler. Is this racism? Conceptual performance? Critical discourse on artworld hierarchies? Problematic exploitation? Discuss.
Critics, artists, former students, and, often, Scanlan himself responded, generating a thorough critique of the artist's practice, meaningful discussion about race and gender in contemporary art today, and a crowdsourced bibliography. Strikingly, its ebb and flow mimicked the public dialogue around Scanlan/Woolford in the art press—from curiosity (many had no idea of the project at the outset) to confrontation (stoked anew in May by The Yams' public withdrawal from the Biennial in protest), all in a slow burn. The texture and depth of this response evidenced Facebook's specific ability (for better and worse) to produce engaged networks and make visible their interactions.
Artist Profile: Edward Marshall Shenk
The latest in a series of interviews with artists who have developed a significant body of work engaged (in its process, or in the issues it raises) with technology. See the full list of Artist Profiles here.
Edward Shenk on The Jogging, 2014
ZK: Let's start with your Theorist works, widely known for their circulation on The Jogging, and, from there, their secondary, unintended circulation on actual far-right and conspiracy theory-oriented Facebook and Tumblr channels. These image macros take up typical conspiracy theory grist (i.e. Chemtrails, Obama, Osama, etc.) but confound conventional interpretation via intermix of language and image. The circulation has been widely commented on; once picked up by a fringe Facebook group, the photos erode these groups' message-making ability. Their composition not as much. As someone long interested in conspiracy theories, their verisimilitude is what first interested me. So, I wanted to get into your methods—how are these composed and what are your research touchstones?
EMS: I became fascinated by these image macros in the summer of 2013 when I'd see the occasional one pop up in my Facebook news feed. Besides content I was also hooked by just the sheer number of them. The people who would post and share them would do so ad nauseam, and it was never just one conspiracy. I began following the same FB pages as they were and saving the jpegs to a folder on my PC that now contains over a thousand macros.


text:
Current Filters
Micro size digital servo with refined design that brings out extraordinary performance.
Ideal for CCPM and Rudder on 450 level heli and Park Fly Airplane.
* Over-spec refined design overturns output limitation of ordinary micro size servo.
* The metallic body design not only exudes an exquisite style but helps the operating to stay cool and smooth from th beginning to the end.
* Production and quality control of plastic component in our servos follow the standard of branded digital camera.
* Professional and exquisite design and made gears form as the solid framework of our servos.
* Design will make "Crumbled Gear"? history.


text:
|NAVICO, INC. Patent applications
|Patent application number
|Cursor Assist Mode - Described herein are implementations of various technologies for a method and apparatus for providing marine electronic data. In one implementation, a screen may display marine electronic data. A cursor may be provided that is movable by placement of a finger over the cursor. A request to display the cursor at a position such that the cursor is not obstructed from view by the finger may be received. The requested cursor may be displayed at the position on the screen.
|Sonar Assembly for Reduced Interference - A sonar transducer assembly includes a housing mountable to a water craft capable of traversing a surface of a body of water. The sonar transducer assembly includes a linear downscan transmit/receive transducer element positioned within the housing, aimed downwardly, and configured to transmit sonar pulses in the form of a fan-shaped beam perpendicular to a plane of the surface of the water, and further configured to receive sonar returns from the sonar pulses and convert sound energy of the sonar returns into downscan sonar return data. The sonar transducer assembly also includes at least one sidescan receive-only transducer element positioned within the housing, aimed outwardly and downwardly, and configured to receive sonar returns from the sonar pulses and convert sound energy of the sonar returns into sidescan sonar return data.
|SONAR RENDERING SYSTEMS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Sonar rendering systems and methods are described herein. One example is an apparatus that includes a transducer element, position sensing circuitry, processing circuitry, and a display device. The processing circuitry may be configured to receive raw sonar data and positioning data, convert the raw sonar data into range cell data based at least on amplitudes of the return echoes, make a location-based association between the raw sonar data and the positioning data, plot the range cell data based on respective positions derived from the positioning data and rotate the range cell data based on a direction of movement of the watercraft to generate adjusted range cell data. The processing circuitry may be further configured to convert the adjusted range cell data into sonar image data, and cause the display device to render the sonar image data with a presentation of a geographic map.
|DOWNSCAN IMAGING SONAR - A downscan imaging sonar utilizes a linear transducer element to provide improved images of the sea floor and other objects in the water column beneath a vessel. A transducer array may include a plurality of transducer elements and each one of the plurality of transducer elements may include a substantially rectangular shape configured to produce a sonar beam having a beamwidth in a direction parallel to longitudinal length of the transducer elements that is significantly less than a beamwidth of the sonar beam in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal length of the transducer elements. The plurality of transducer elements may be positioned such that longitudinal lengths of at least two of the plurality of transducer elements are parallel to each other. The plurality of transducer elements may also include at least a first linear transducer element, a second linear transducer element and a third linear transducer element.
|SYSTEM FOR INTERCHANGEABLE MOUNTING OPTIONS FOR A SONAR TRANSDUCERAANM O'Dell; Kyle D.AACI Fort GibsonAAST OKAACO USAAGP O'Dell; Kyle D. Fort Gibson OK US - Systems and apparatuses for interchangeable mounting options for a transducer housing are provided herein. Such a system may provide for easy change of mounting to a watercraft, such as between transom mounting, portable mounting, trolling motor mounting, and thru-hull mounting. A system for interchangeable mounting options of a sonar transducer to a watercraft may comprise at least one transducer, a transducer housing configured to house the at least one transducer, and a mount adapter. The transducer housing may comprise at least one upper engagement surface configured to adjacently engage the mount adapter to facilitate mounting. The at least one upper engagement surface may be configured to releasably engage the mount adapter to allow the mount adapter to be detached and removed without damaging or altering the transducer housing.
|DOWNSCAN IMAGING SONAR - A sonar transducer assembly for mounting to a surface watercraft includes a rectangular first transducer configured to produce a first beam defining a fan-shape and extending generally in a first plane. The assembly further includes a rectangular second transducer configured to produce a second beam defining a fan-shape and extending generally in a second plane. The first transducer and the second transducer are oriented such that the respective first and second beams insonify different first and second areas each extending laterally with respect to a running direction of the surface watercraft, and such that the first beam is outside of the second plane of the second beam, the resulting planar separation of the first and second planes of the first and second beams reducing interference between the first and second transducers.
Patent applications by NAVICO, INC.


text:
British time trial round-up (July 5-6): News and results from around the UK
British Racing
Russell Downing out to defend British circuit race title
With no Hannah Barnes racing, there will be a new women's national circuit race champion on Wednesday. July 9
British road race national championships 2014 photo gallery
Images from the 2014 British road race national championships in Wales. Photos by Andy Jones
Matt Bottrill sets new 50-mile time trial competition record
British time trial round-up (June 28-29): News and results from around the UK
David McGowan victorious in CDNW Road Race
British road race round-up (June 28-29): News and results from around the UK
Drawing pins thrown on road at Redhill CC race in Surrey
Drawing pins appeared to have been deliberately thrown on to the road at the Redhill CC road race in Surrey today, causing many riders to puncture in the closing stages.…
Bradley Wiggins reclaims British time trial title
Bradley Wiggins crowned British TT champion, Geraint Thomas second, Alex Dowsett third
Scott Davies 'honoured' to wear national champion's jersey
Newly-crowned under-23 time trial British national champion Scott Davies talks to Cycling Weekly
Emma Pooley wins women's British time trial title
Emma Pooley earns right to wear national champ's jersey, Katie Archibald second, Sarah Storey third in Wales
Welshman Scott Davies wins British under-23 time trial title
Madison-Genesis rider Scott Davies, 19, claims first title of the 2014 British road national championships in Wales