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Bed and breakfast premiato. Destinatario del 2010 dell'Editor Pick N.E. Travel e Boston Magazine; 2008-2009 Best del New England da Bed and Breakfast e 2008 Editors' Choice, B & B dalla rivista Yankee. Circondato da più di quaranta ettari privati, The Award Winning Maguire House beckons interrompere e rimanere per un po'. Vi invitiamo a rilassarvi un fuoco caldo, una passeggiata lungo il lago incontaminato o semplicemente riposare sotto il portico godendo della vista spettacolare del Monte Monadnock e sulle colline circostanti. Vedrai perché tanti ospiti vuole rimanere per sempre. Vieni e condividere la nostra pace e tranquillità.
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5 su novembre 17, 2014
My husband and I stayed here on our wedding night for a mini getaway. Terry was so accommodating with late check in and flexible on check out. The breakfast was awesome. The house is amazing with the best views at a B and B I've ever seen. Thank you Terry!
5 su novembre 13, 2014
For my birthday, my boyfriend got us a fall getaway to Ashburnham. It was a first for both of us to stay at a B&B and we didn't know what to expect! Due to the overwhelmingly positive online reviews, my boyfriend decided to make a reservation at the Maguire House and I am so glad he did! Everything about our experience definitely made it a birthday to remember! We stayed in the beautiful Wisteria room. The views were breathtaking (I couldn't stop looking out the window!), the bed was extremely comfortable, and the adjoining bathroom was very convenient. Terry prepared a hearty and delicious breakfast for us each morning, and she and Paul had tons of suggestions for things to do in the area. We specifically went with a goal of hiking- they suggested Mt. Watatic and it was perfect! I cannot say enough good things about our experience! If you enjoy hiking, love fall, or just find yourself in need of a getaway do yourself a favor: go to Ashburbham and stay at the Maguire House! You will be so happy you did.
5 su novembre 13, 2014
The Maguires proved exceptionally hospitable, as they exceeded our expectations in basically every aspect of our stay. My girlfriend and I embarked on an early November getaway, in which we were greeted by Terry, a gracious hostess, who provided us with a brief tour of their spectacular colonial estate. The meticulously-kept rooms had breathtaking views and exuded a lovely colonial charm. Terry accommodated us with complimentary tea, coffee, seasonal beer, and wine for the duration of our stay. Our bed in the Wistoria room was very comfortable, and the room (which dated back to the 18th century) evoked a quaint New England vibe. The daily breakfast options consisted of three courses - fruit bowl, baked pastry, and an egg/bacon dish - with each morning offering different options (all of excellent quality). Terry was very flexible in the time in which she would have breakfast prepared for us. Additionally, Terry and her husband, Paul, offered great advice for local accommodations, including the Wachusett brewery and various beautiful hiking trails. My girlfriend and I strongly recommend this place!
5 su settembre 12, 2014
We stayed at The Maguire House when we took our son for his first autumn at Cushing Academy. I was anxious to say the least, Terry was so gracious it made the transition easier. The day would have been a lot harder if we went back to an impersonal hotel room.
5 su settembre 06, 2014
Even if this was not a first-class bed and breakfast, the view and the grounds warrant a visit. But it is an outstanding bed-and-breakfast--a beautiful home, tastefully decorated (and not over-kitsched like so many B&Bs), very comfortable bed and high-quality amenities (including a list of local events during the period of our stay), and extremely gracious hosts (even when traffic caused us to arrive much later than anticipated).
5 su agosto 18, 2014
My husband and I have terrible luck when it comes to B&B's. We have stayed at several where we've had truly awful experiences. Our stay at Maguire House changed all of that! We stayed here for one night as a quick getaway, and we never wanted to leave. The house is absolutely gorgeous, and Terry made our stay lovely. She was attentive without being intrusive and provided us with everything we could need. The breakfast was absolutely incredible! I don't honestly think I've ever had a better one. When we left, Terry gave us some roses from her garden as an anniversary present. I cannot recommend Maguire House enough. We will definitely go back there often and tell everyone we know!
5 su agosto 09, 2014
My wife and I are world travelers. This is the best and most beautiful B&B we've ever experienced in our 43 years together. Worth it for the views alone, but everything about the place is perfect.
5 su luglio 23, 2014
This B&B is truly exquisite from the hosts, to the exceptional breakfasts and the location on the lake. It makes this the best B&B my wife and I have found yet. The history behind the house is also makes this an interesting visit!
5 su luglio 21, 2014
I stayed 4 nights at the Maguire House, a beautifully renovated house that was originally built in the mid-eighteenth century. The house and the grounds are quite charming and beautiful. Everything is pristine and the owners could not be more accommodating in every way. I cannot recommend this B&B highly enough. It is definitely the nicest I have ever stayed in.
5 su maggio 14, 2014
From the moment we entered the Maguire House Bed and Breakfast , it was an absolute beautiful stay! Terry and Paul were warm and friendly and very helpful with any of our questions of the area. The view is gorgeous and the home is very detailed with the lovely woodwork of an era long gone. Our room was excellent and we heard loons calling each other and also mourning doves! Fresh flowers and chocolates and home made cookies as we enjoyed the beautiful sunset and took pictures of the water fountain and wonderful garden . Can not wait to come back in the fall! I saved the best for last. Terry makes an awesome breakfast for each one!! Thank you and we will be back!!
Questa bella camera ha un letto matrimoniale con bagno privato e si affaccia su Monte Monadnock, Monte Watatic e Upper Naukeag lago. Gourmet cioccolatini, fiori freschi, acqua in bottiglia e snack sono tutti gratuiti. Si utilizzano solo le migliori qualità lettiere, comprese le unioni di fatto a mano e oca giù trapunte. Serviamo la colazione del New England. Telefono a lunga distanza e Wi-Fi. 15 dollari oltre supplementare in camera doppia.
Prezzo per notte: $0 - $195
Questa bella camera ha un letto matrimoniale con bagno privato e si affaccia su Monte Monadnock, Monte Watatic e Upper Naukeag lago. Gourmet cioccolatini, fiori freschi, acqua in bottiglia e snack sono tutti gratuiti. Si utilizzano solo le migliori qualità lettiere, comprese le unioni di fatto a mano e oca giù trapunte. Serviamo la colazione del New England. Telefono a lunga distanza e Wi-Fi. 15 dollari oltre supplementare in camera doppia.
Prezzo per notte: $0 - $185
Questa bella camera ha un letto matrimoniale con bagno privato e si affaccia sul lato e cantieri anteriore. Sulle pareti sono un favoloso mano dipinto murale raffigurante un'impostazione di paese del New England. Gourmet cioccolatini, fiori freschi, acqua in bottiglia e snack sono tutti gratuiti. Si utilizzano solo le migliori qualità lettiere, comprese le unioni di fatto a mano e oca giù trapunte. Serviamo la colazione del New England. Telefono a lunga distanza e Wi-Fi. 15 dollari oltre supplementare in camera doppia.
Prezzo per notte: $0 - $175
Vicino Ski Areas, Campagna, Fronte lago, Montagna, Piccolo Paese
Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 57 miles
Da ovest 2 RT. Prendere l'uscita RT-31, uscita numero 28, verso FITCHBURG/PRINCETON. Mantenere destra al bivio la ramp.Merge su una sinistra SHARP su Rt.12 MA-31.Take per 6 miglia al centro Ashburnham. Vai attraverso la città, al bivio recare a destra San HIGH per 1/2 miglia. HIGH ST diventa LAKE Rd. A forcella orso destra su Cobb Rd. Siamo # 30, l'ultima casa sulla destra, una bianca coloniale da strada.
Parco divertimenti, Shopping Antiquariato, Acquari, Gallerie d'arte, Spiaggia, Concerti, Cene da gourmet, Interessi Storici, Lago, Musica dal vivo, Cinema, Musei, Parchi Nazionali/Statali, Zona Naturale, vita notturna, Mobili Outlets, Punti vendita, Teatro, Area Picnic, Servizi religiosi, Fiume, Zona sciistica, luogo di sport, tours, università, Vigneti, Azienda vinicola, Zoo
Bed and Breakfast
Giochi da tavolo, Fotocopiatrici, DVD Player, Scrivania, Dispositivo Fax, Camino, parcheggio, Pianoforte, TV via cavo/satellite, TV, Telefono, VCR, Video, Attrezzature matrimoni , Riga Boat
Aria condizionata, Sveglia , Prodotti di cortesia, Accappatoi, Attrezzature per Caffè/Tè, Frigorifero, Asciugacapelli, Accesso a internet , Ferro da stiro, Radio, Servizio di Rimbocco Coperte, Wi-Fi, Internet via cavo
Noleggio bici, Piste ciclabili, Bici, Biliardo, Osservazione Uccelli, Nautica, Canottaggio, Piste da sci attraverso la campagna, Sci in discesa, Pesca, Golf, Escursioni, Cavallo, Kayak, Mountain Bike, Free use of snowshoes, Free use of rowboat, Regate, Shopping, Scenari, Noleggio sci, Noleggio ciaspole, Ciaspolate , Nuoto, Piscina , Ping pong , Campi da tennis, Noleggio racchette da tennis, Galleria Video, Sport acquatici , Rafting sulle onde
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Feeling a stab of after-hours guilt? If so, Greg Garvey's Automatic Confession Machine could be for you. Step up to the sleek, black booth with its neon cross and winking Christ, kneel on the red velvet stool, press the 'amen' button, and electronically divest yourself of your sins.
Garvey, who was brought up as a Catholic, programmed a computer to guide users through a formal confession, strictly according to church doctrine, he claims. After the customary 'Bless me Father, for I have sinned', the programme instructs the user to tap in the number of days since last confession, the number of venial versus mortal sins (selected from a list of the seven deadly sins and the ten commandments) and then further details of each sin.
The confessor responds to the computer's questions by pressing buttons such as 'days', 'weeks', 'yes', 'no', 'venial' and 'mortal'. Once the sinful tally is recorded, ...
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Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston Perform "Something in Common" in the Early '90s
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Final Score: Arizona 23, St. Louis 20
St. Louis, MO (Sports Network) - It was a record-setting day for Arizona
Cardinals running back Beanie Wells on Sunday.
Wells rushed for a career-high 228 yards and a touchdown on 27 carries,
leading the Cardinals to a 23-20 win over the St. Louis Rams at Edward Jones
Wells set the Cardinals' single-game rushing mark on a 14-yard run late in the
fourth quarter, passing LeShon Johnson's previous record of 214 yards in 1996.
Cornerback Patrick Peterson returned a punt 80 yards for a touchdown, giving
him four on the season to tie an NFL record.
John Skelton threw for 114 yards and a pair of interceptions in his fourth
consecutive start in place of Kevin Kolb, and Larry Fitzgerald caught three
passes for 55 yards for the Cardinals (4-7), who have won seven consecutive
games in St. Louis.
"It's obviously good to get the win," Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt
said. "I thought our defense played well all day. Offensively, even though we
had our struggles, we were able to run the clock out and in a must-win
situation, it was good to see our guys respond and get that done."
Sam Bradford completed 17-of-31 passes for 203 yards and a touchdown and
Brandon Lloyd hauled in five balls for 74 yards and a score for the Rams
(2-9), who have lost two straight.
With the game tied at 20 late in regulation, Arizona took the lead for good
with an eight-play, 71-yard march that concluded with a 23-yard field goal
from Jay Feely to account for the final margin.
St. Louis got the ball back with just over four minutes to play in regulation,
but was forced to punt, and Arizona converted two big third downs to run out
the remaining 3:14.
The Rams struck first with just over nine minutes to go in the opening quarter
when Nate Miller fielded a punt at his own 12, picked up some good blocking
and raced 88 yards to paydirt to give his team a 7-0 lead.
The Cardinals cut it to a four-point game with under a minute left in the
first quarter when Feely connected on a 29-yard field goal, which was set up
by a 71-yard run by Wells.
Later in the second quarter, the Rams moved down to the Arizona three-yard
line thanks to completions of 22 and 26 yards to Brandon Gibson and Lloyd,
respectively during an 11-play, 63-yard drive. But a false start penalty and a
sack moved the ball back to the 17, where Brown was good on a 35-yard field
goal with just seconds remaining before halftime to give his team a 10-3 lead.
The Cardinals again cut the lead to four on their first possession of the
second half. Skelton led an eight-play, 61-yard drive down to the Rams' 14,
where they faced a 4th-and-1. The Cardinals went for it, but were flagged on a
false start penalty, moving the ball back to the 19 and Feely was good from 37
yards out to make it 10-6.
On the ensuing Rams' drive, the Cards' defense came up with a big turnover as
Bradford went short to the right for Lance Kendricks, but he fumbled and it
was recovered by Sam Acho at the Rams' 28.
Arizona took full advantage of the good field position by going 28 yards in
six plays. Wells went up the middle for a seven-yard touchdown run to give the
Cardinals a 13-10 lead.
Peterson's record-tying punt return for a score with 2:56 to go in the third
quarter gave the Cardinals a 20-10 edge.
On the Rams' next drive, they moved the ball down to the Cards' 30 with an
eight-play, 49-yard drive and Brown connected on a 48-yard field goal to make
it 20-13.
St. Louis' defense came up with a big defensive stop with just over nine
minutes to go in the game when Wells put the ball on the turf and it was
recovered by Brady Poppinga at the Arizona 43.
Bradford hit Kendricks for 24 yards on 2nd-and-7 and then found Lloyd in the
corner of the end zone for a 16-yard touchdown strike on the next play to tie
the game at 20.
"Very disappointing loss," Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo said. "Parts of it
I'd say we're in there battling and yet we made too many mistakes and end up
losing the football game."
Game Notes
Arizona holds a 33-31-2 lead in this long-played series...Whisenhunt owns a
9-1 record against the Rams since taking over in 2007, while Spagnuolo is 1-5
against Arizona for his career...Miller's TD was the third-longest punt
return for a touchdown in Rams franchise history...Wells' 71-yard run was a
new career-high...Acho finished with three tackles and two sacks...Arizona
converted 4-of-12 third down chances, while St. Louis managed only 3-of-13
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Western Hills
4901 Western Hills
Little Rock AR 72204
Fax: 501-447-6901
Principal: Teresa Richardson
Enrollment: 286
PTA President: Brandi Davison-Smith
Grade Levels: pre-K-5
Western Hills is a campus where teachers, students and parents work enthusiastically to bring academic and athletic honors to the school. Instructional leaders believe positive citizenship and an enjoyable atmosphere are just as important as standardized test scores.
Western Hills has extracurricular activities on campus that include Quiz Bowl, Mathathletes, intramural basketball, intramural cheerleading, Little Rock Kids Marathon, National PTA Reflections Arts Contest, Regional Art Competition, Young Arkansas Artist Competition, spelling bee, B.A.N.D. and choir.
Students are also very involved in community outreach projects that benefit the Rice Depot, St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis (Mathathon) Children With Cancer (Heavenly Hats), The Heart Association (Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Hearts), etc.
We have an active PTA that supports the needs of our students and teachers. Please join our PTA and make a difference for our school!
History: Western Hills Elementary School was opened in 1966 and renovations were made in 1991. The school is situated on 14 acres which is surrounded by trees. The school sits on a hill overlooking the playground.
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- Sweaters/sweatshirts should be the same colors as above, and can be crewneck, V-neck, cardigan or Western Hills logo sweatshirt.
- A collared shirt must be worn under the sweater/sweatshirt.
- Navy or kaki slacks, shorts, skirts, jumpers or skorts make up the rest of the uniform.
- Due to PE classes, girls should wear a pair of shorts underneath a skirt or jumper.
- Black, brown or white shoes are preferred.
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Young WIfe Joke
Bob, a 70 year old, extremely wealthy widower, shows up at the country club with a breathtaking beautiful 25 year old blonde who knocks everyone's socks off with her youthful looks and charm. She hangs onto Bob's arm and listens intently to his every word.
His buddies at the club are all aghast. At the very first chance, they corner him and ask, "Bob, how did you get the trophy girlfriend?"
Bob replies, "Girlfriend? She's my wife!"
They're amazed, but continue to ask, "So, how did you persuade her to marry you/"
"I lied about my age", Bob replies.
"What, did you tell her you were only 50?
Bob smiles and says, "No. I told her I was 90."
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Some people are obsessed about their Facebook status. I'm not talking about the quicky statements that people pop in every few hours. Don't get me wrong, there are some people who compulsively update those as well, but I'm a little more concerned about those who obsess over things such as how many friends they have or how many groups they belong to. There are people who feel genuine concern if they don't have a few friend invites over the course of a week.
Then, there are the rest of us who just think Facebook is a cool site to keep up with friends through. Sure, it's nice to always see that little icon light up because someone wants to friend us, but it's not majorly disappointing when it doesn't happen. Heck, if someone wants to friend us, and we don't particularly like them, we can always accept the offer and then delete them later on when we think they've lost interest in us. There's at least that little bit of privacy that when they see their number of friends going down, unless they remember each and every person on the list, they might never know it was you. You might be able to fly under the radar.
Well, we can kiss those days of privacy goodbye. Thanks to the new app Frienemy, people can find out who dropped them from their friend list. It's a Facebook stalker's dream come true. You can keep tabs on exactly who "accidentally" bumps you off the list. You can even stick them in their own little category of "Frienemies" and watch it grow over time.
How it works is through a link between your phone and Facebook. When you allow Facebook to connect to the app, it loads your friend list. Then, whenever you open the app, it pulls your current Facebook friend list and makes a comparison to the original list. Anyone not on the list is brought to your attention. Tada! Instant self-consciousness, socially awkward situations at work or school, and mistrust. I think I'd prefer to be blissfully unaware about who keeps me as a friend on Facebook.


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A slough next to the Sacramento River contains an illegal dumping site. It's largely invisible to the naked eye.
Two abandoned cranes and a half-submerged boat hint at the waste in an area traveled by dozens of boats docked at a nearby marina.
Under the water, as shown on a radar screen, at least five other boats are sunk in a stretch running less than 300 yards.
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Department considers the abandoned boats an environmental and safety hazard. The department, with the help of a state agency, has been leading an effort to remove abandoned boats and other debris from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
Todd Thalhamer, a waste management engineer for CalRecycle, said the agency has spent almost $3 million cleaning the Delta since 2009. He estimates $20 million more is needed to finish the work.
State and county officials say the work is important considering the Delta provides drinking water for two-thirds of California. Recovered boats have been found with drums of hazardous material, gas, oil, batteries, asbestos and other pollutants.
Abandoned boats also create a safety hazard in waterways frequented by recreational and commercial boats.
The sheriff's Marine Enforcement Detail has cataloged abandoned boats in Sacramento County's portion of the Delta, which runs across six counties in all.
"It's not a popular topic," said Sgt. Scott Maberry, head of the Marine Enforcement Detail. "People don't want to take ownership of the problem because it's expensive."
People often abandon boats for financial reasons, such as not being able to pay for storage. Marinas typically charge $10 a foot per month to store a boat, and send eviction notices when they're not paid, said Deputy Marc Warren of the marine detail.
Sacramento County has received financial and technical assistance from CalRecycle, which uses fees collected from garbage haulers to clean up illegal dumpsites. The agency spends about $3 million each year for waterway cleanups across California.
About $1 million has gone in the past year to removal efforts in Sacramento County. In March, the state and the county removed more than 20 boats and other debris from the Delta.
Removing the boats takes a lot of work, starting with the legal responsibility of trying to find the owner through registrations and filing public notices if an owner can't be found.
Once a boat is selected for removal, many participants get involved. The U.S. Coast Guard, CalRecycle, the Sheriff's Department, the Sacramento city fire and parks departments and several contractors played roles in this year's cleanup.
To get boats on riverbanks, an excavator is loaded onto a landing craft. The craft brings the excavator to the boats, and the excavator picks them up and drops them in the water.
Tugboats then bring the abandoned boats to a staging area. The boats are pulled from the water by a crane and placed on the ground.
Workers identify and remove hazardous waste before stripping the boats of metal (to be recycled) and removing other materials to go to landfills.
The cost of the work varies widely. CalRecycle spent $420,000 removing more than 20 boats from the Delta, but spent more than that removing just one boat – a large ferry that once was based in San Diego.
In some cases, officials say they can recover some of the costs by selling stripped metal – the San Diego ferry brought in more than $100,000 – or by negotiating with boat owners or taking legal action against them.
Abandoning a boat is illegal and the Sheriff's Department has pursued cases in Superior Court.
But more often than not, the owners don't have money to pay or can't be found, officials say.
Officials at the Sheriff's Department clearly feel good about their efforts. Yet they also realize they've only just begun an effort that will take years and may never end.
"There's so much work to do in the Delta," said David Guthrie of the Sheriff's Department. "It's a daunting task."
On a recent tour of the Sacramento River, Warren shook his head as he looked at a large waste site on Mayberry Slough.
Two triple-wide trailers sat on large concrete piles. Two boats were moored to the encampment. A large crane hovered over it all.
The owner lives in Idaho, and state and county officials haven't been able to reach an agreement with him about how to clean up the site, Warren said.
A couple of miles upstream, Warren pointed to the area where most of the county's March cleanup took place. Two more boats have since been abandoned there.
"I think there's a perception out there: 'If I leave it here, the state will pick it up,' " Warren said.


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YIELD: Makes 8 servings
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil 2-quart glass baking dish. Heat oil in heavy large deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in garlic and crushed red pepper, then chard; cover and cook until chard is tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Uncover; stir until any excess liquid in skillet evaporates. Season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, bring 3 1/2 cups water and salt to boil in heavy large saucepan. Gradually stir polenta into boiling water. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until polenta is very thick, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Whisk ricotta and eggs in bowl; whisk in 1 cup hot polenta. Stir ricotta mixture into polenta in saucepan. Spread half of polenta mixture in baking dish. Spread half of chard mixture over. Sprinkle with half of mozzarella. Repeat layering with remaining polenta, chard, and cheese. Bake until puffed and brown on top, about 45 minutes. Cool 30 minutes.
Per serving: calories, 259; total fat, 12 g; saturated fat, 5 g; cholesterol, 79 mg
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Updated: 08/19/2014 10:55 AM
Created: 07/09/2014 9:37 AM KSTP.com
By: Aaron Chalich
When it comes to sports games, one company really stands out in my mind and that's EA Sports. Over the years they have released some of the most amazing sports games ever. EA Sports really does a great job with making the players and arenas look as realistic as they can. It seems like every time they release a game it looks and plays better than the last.
This past week I got the opportunity to play "EA Sports UFC" on the PS4 and I was completely blown away. In "UFC" you can choose one of the many fighters and have them compete against other players in the Octagon. The goal is to knock out the other player or make them submit by tapping out.
"EA Sports UFC" has one of the largest rosters ever. You can choose to play as a male or female fighter and I thought that was pretty awesome. Some of the fighters include: Liz Carmouche, Travis Browne, Roy Nelson, Robbie Lawler, Ronda Rousey, Frank Mir, and many more.
The characters in "EA Sports UFC" look very lifelike. For the first time, EA Sports used 3D body scans of each athlete to make them look as realistic as possible. They also used new facial animation technology to give each character more emotion and expressions.
You can also see all of the athlete's cuts and bruises, because of a new non-linear damage system. Now you can do major damage if you land a kick or a punch just right. It's pretty cool, because one minute you could be on the ground trying to get out of a submission and if you get out of it, you could win the fight by knocking out your opponent with the right kick or punch.
As I mentioned earlier, the graphics are amazing and you would swear you were watching a UFC fight on television. I just can't believe how realistic this game looks.
The controls are very easy to learn, there is a tutorial you have to go through at the beginning of the game explaining all of the controls very well.
There are also challenges you can do that will explain all of the moves and controls available when you get into the Octagon. When you do the challenges you can choose to do stand up moves, clinch moves or ground moves. Once you complete one challenge a new one opens up, explaining how to do more advanced moves and techniques.
I would highly suggest that you go through the tutorial and do a bunch of the challenges before you start fighting. I had never played a UFC game before so I had no idea what to do, I learned pretty quickly how to control the fighters and perform their moves. It wasn't long before I was making other fighters tap out. One really cool thing is that all of the fighters have their own unique fighting style and moves. It is a lot of fun to play around and try to find which fighter works best for you.
Each fighter can punch, kick, dodge, and block when they are in the standing position. They can also grab onto the other fighters which is called "clinching." Here you can do more attacks such as using your knees and elbows on the other fighter.
Another thing you can do when you are in the standing position is take down the other fighter. You can rush in and pick up the fighter and slam them to the mat. Then you can start your ground attacks.
When you are on the ground you can punch the other fighter and try to wear them out. There is a meter at the top of the screen that shows both player's health and stamina. Once the other player's meter drops you can try to start doing submissions on them. Once you start a submission, a grid will pop up and you will have to move the right analog stick in a direction. If an "L" appears in one of the grids you need to flick the left analog stick. This will make the grid smaller and will make it harder for the other player to escape the submission. You will need to keep pushing the right analog stick in a certain direction and the grid will start filling up. If you fill up the grid on a certain side you will make the other player submit and win the fight.
If you are on the ground you can strike the player on top of you and try to escape. If you escape you will go back on your feet and be able to punch and kick.
The fights are real time so if the fight starts to drag on, the fighters start to get tired. Then they will begin to move slower and their veins start to pop out.
The AI(artificial intelligence) is very smart and really makes playing "UFC" very challenging. At first I was afraid the fights were going to be too easy, but I was wrong. Even the very first fight was challenging because the AI seemed to know how to counter all of my moves and how to get out of my submissions. I think having very smart AI in a game is very important, because it really challenges you.
There are so many different game play modes that really make "UFC" fun to play.
Home menu choices are:
Fight Now
Another menu is Fight Net and this shows UFC Spotlight fights, your friends, and your profile.
In the customize menu you can adjust the settings, select the music you want to play during the load screens and menus, create a fighter from scratch and see all of the fighters you created.
There is also a store where you can buy other fighters, which I thought was awesome.
One of my favorite modes was career mode. Here you can use one of the characters in the game or create a new character. You can also take a photo of your face and put it on the fighter, which I thought was awesome. You can choose your body style, hair color, tattoos, gear, and skills. As you play more you will be able to unlock different gear and sponsors, which I thought was awesome.
As you play the career mode you will earn evolution points and you can use them to increase your abilities and skills. I thought this was a pretty cool system and worked very well.
When you first start out in career mode you are on the reality series Ultimate Fighting Championship and you have to keep winning fights and be the winner of the show. Then you can start fighting in the UFC. I thought this was pretty cool. In between matches there are actual video interviews with really UFC fighters talking about different things related the UFC. I thought that was pretty interesting. Even the president of the UFC, Dana White also talks to you and makes you feel like you really are on the Ultimate Fighting Championship show.
After being the winner of the show, you will start fighting your way to the top.
The online mode is really fun and you can do several different things online. You can do a quick fight, where you can fight against another player or you can do one of several tournaments, such as the starter cup, amateur cup, or the Tournament of Champions. At first the tournaments will be locked, but they will eventually unlock after you start winning fights.
I played online a lot and I did not have any problems connecting or losing connection. The online runs very smoothly which makes playing "UFC" online a great experience.
Overall, I really enjoyed EA Sports "UFC" for the PS4. The graphics were awesome and the controls were very easy to learn. There are many different game modes to play that are fun and very exciting. The online is great and it's fun to play against other players. If you are a fan of the UFC, then I would highly recommend that you check out EA Sports "UFC."
"UFC" is rated "T" for blood, mild language, mild suggestive themes, and violence.
Aaron Chalich is an entertainment columnist for KSTP.com
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There's no secret to this Vette's long life: regular maintenance, a devoted owner, and luck in avoiding crashes that would have written it off. Pat says that, if you're looking for a Corvette to own as a daily driver, maybe a C1 might not be the best choice for you as it was for him four and a half decades ago. "It depends on what they're looking for," he says when asked if he has any advice for prospective first-time Corvette owners. "If they're looking for an old one, I don't think they're going to drive it as a daily driver. Almost any Corvette, I think, is in good shape-most people take care of 'em. And, naturally, with the newer ones, you can find a high-mileage or a low-mileage one, and they're still about the same price. The price doesn't change much, from what I see."
And time doesn't diminish a Corvette's beauty, no matter how many times the odometer's been around.


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Sustainability Scorecard
These are the cornerstones of our sustainability strategy. They correspond to the four broad focus areas listed below that provide a framework for our sustainability goals and related metrics and for tracking performance over time. The goals were first approved in 2011 by Dominion's Executive Sustainability Council. New and existing initiatives are in place to achieve them, and our 2013 progress is reported below.
Invest in the Technologies of Tomorrow
|Evaluate latest technology research in emerging alternative energy sources; assess commercial viability of renewable energy technologies and conservation/efficiency tools to identify business partnership opportunities
|Plug-In Electric Vehicles
|Pilot program underway through Nov. 2016
|Conservation Voltage Reductions (CVR)
|Patented EDGE℠ (Energy Distribution & Grid Efficiency) voltage management solution adopted by two utilities in Illinois and Oregon; pilot program underway at California municipal utility
|Offshore Wind Power
|Won federal offshore wind auction of 112,800 acres off the Virginia coast to develop 2,000-mw wind farm
Took initial steps to participate in federal auction of offshore wind acreage in North Carolina
|Micro-grid Research Project
|Continued partnership with VCU School of Engineering to research and develop micro-grid test site for energy efficiency technologies
Developing micro-grid research project at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, involving distributed renewable generation and energy storage technologies
|Dominion Resources Innovation Center
|Six occupants in advanced technology center created to support start-up companies in clean energy and other industrial sectors
|Meet Virginia Renewable Portfolio Standard Goal: 15% by 2025
|4% sales in VA derived from renewable energy sources between 2010-2015
|Providing $1.7 million in R&D funding in partnership with 12 Virginia universities to evaluate various renewable energy and alternative technology projects
On target to meet RPS goal
|Meet North Carolina RPS goal for Energy & Energy Efficiency: 12.5% by 2021
|3% of sales in NC derived from renewable power, renewable energy credits and energy efficiency between 2012-2014
|On target to meet RPS goal
Reduce Our Environmental Footprint
|Transition commercial light-duty vehicle fleet to a green fleet (electric, hybrid and other alternative-fuel vehicles)
|Replace commercial sedans and SUVs as appropriate with AFVs
|Deployed 4 utility service trucks that use hybrid electric technology
Displaced 229,000 gallons of gasoline equivalent with compressed natural gas
Doubled size of Hybrid Electric Vehicle fleet to 40 from 20
|Manage our energy footprint at company facilities
|Pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification for new administrative/warehouse complexes
|LEED standards included in new Dominion Transmission headquarters facility in Bridgeport, WV
|Track and report annual energy use at company facilities
|Consumed 102,487 megawatt-hours of electricity at company office buildings – a 1.5% decline from 2012
|Manage our energy footprint at company facilities
|Continue participation in EPA's WasteWise partnership
|2013 data submitted to EPA in April 2014
|Seek beneficial uses for Coal Combustion Byproducts (CCBs) that are technically feasible and economically viable
|Reused 1.1 million tons of CCBs, or 29% of the total produced
|Track methane emissions from gas transmission and storage business; adopt best practices to reduce methane emissions
|Partner with government, NGOs, academia and industry
|Submitted 2013 emissions and operating data to EPA's Natural Gas Star program
Continued to partner with Colorado State U. and Environmental Defense Fund on methane emissions study
|Utilize best practices to minimize SF6 greenhouse gas leakage
|Estimate annual SF6 emissions from electric operations, implement cost-effective solutions to reduce leakage
|Identified problematic electrical systems and equipment containing SF6 for replacement or repair
Procured SF6 reclamation equipment for maintenance activities on large SF6 capacity electrical systems
Provide Green Opportunities for Customers & Communities
|Provide customers with opportunities to support renewable energy and its development
|Solar Partnership Program
|Announced first two program participants – Old Dominion University and Canon, Inc., who will help evaluate the impact and benefits of on-site solar generation
|"Schedule RG" Renewable Energy Purchase Program
|Received regulatory approval to offer business/industrial customers the option to purchase power from renewable energy sources
|Dominion Green Power Program®
|33% growth in customer participation, from 15,000 in 2012 to 20,000 in 2013
|Provide customers with energy management & conservation programs
|Enhance customer opportunities for energy conservation
|Launched a Residential Bundle Program (Home Energy Check Up, Duct Testing & Sealing, Heat Pump Tune Up and Heat Pump Upgrade)
Received regulatory approval to extend two existing residential offerings: A/C Cycling Program and Low-Income Audit Program
Launched 3 new business customer programs: Energy Audit, Duct Testing & Sealing, and Distributed Generation
Filed for regulatory approval of 3 energy efficiency programs for business customers
Sought regulatory approval to offer an enhanced Energy Audit Program to business customers
|Support NGO projects that protect natural resources
|Engage employee volunteers and/or provide financial support through the Dominion Foundation
|"Putting Our Energy to Work for the Environment" employee volunteer project;
completed 12 projects in 7 states with 300 employee volunteers and $30,000 donation from the Foundation
$2.5 million in total Foundation giving to environmental/historic preservation projects
|Partner with schools to improve STEM and energy/environmental education
|Support employee volunteer mentoring and strategic Foundation giving
|Multiple employee-led educational outreach/mentoring activities
$1 million in "Higher Education Partnership" grants to 39 colleges in 7 states and District of Columbia
$365,000 in grants to 88 K-12 schools in 11 states
|Partner with NGOs to conduct energy efficiency improvements in communities where we do business
|Align charitable grants with volunteer assistance to implement improvements
|Conducted 21 "Energizing our Communities for Veterans" projects in 8 states; provided $1,000 grants and up to 25 company volunteers per community project
|Offer residential energy retrofit and energy audit programs for homes and businesses
|Partnered with independent service provider to conduct home energy assessments for Ohio natural gas customers
Implemented non-residential energy assessment program with Ohio Council for Small Enterprises
Engage with Employees and Stakeholders on Sustainability Issues
|Enhance company data disclosure and transparency
|Utilize CSR, other online/print company reports and social media
|Participated in Carbon Disclosure Project's "Water Disclosure" reporting process for third consecutive year
Updated the company's online Environmental Report
Expanded use of social media to engage more fully with customers and employees
Published annual online Citizenship & Sustainability Report
Filed Annual Report on Renewable Energy with state regulatory agency
Filed Annual Report on Conservation Efforts with state regulatory agency
|Engage with employees and other stakeholders to advance sustainability agenda and partnerships
|Employee focus
|Launched "YOU," a monthly employee e-magazine to expand digital communication channels and raise workforce awareness about colleagues and company issues
|External stakeholder focus
|Continued to emphasize outreach and partnership opportunities in areas such as supplier diversity, customer efficiency/conservation programs, philanthropy, volunteerism and community energy assistance initiatives
Established a Community Advisory Board in Northern Virginia to engage a cross-section of stakeholder groups in evaluating various options for building a high-voltage transmission line
Met with investor groups and environmental NGOs about sustainability, environmental issues and the company's long-range resource planning process
Initiated a series of community meetings with homeowners, businesses, civic associations and others in Calvert Co., Maryland, where the company's planned LNG export facility will be built. Outreach efforts have included facility tours, media interviews, print and broadcast advertising and social media communications.


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Sunglasses | The Row via Saks Fifth Avenue
Beach Tote | Tory Burch
Cover Up | Tory Burch
Sandals | Steve Madden
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COVER UP | Always have a cover up handy when you know you're going to be in the sun all day. It's not only stylish, but also protects your skin from harsh rays. I love this navy and white embroidered tunic from Tory Burch. It's simple and sheer for the beach, but could easily transition to lunch or dinner by the ocean with a pair of cute flats.
FLATS | Speaking of flats. Even though you're not going to really be wearing your sandals in the sand, it's still a good idea to pack a cute and style pair in case you need to run to the bar to grab drinks or head to lunch or dinner nearby. This Steve Madden cognac sandals are just perfect: simple and sophisticated. They also come in white and black!
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TOTE | Perfect for carrying around all your beach goodies! Snacks, water bottles, sunscreen [can't forget that!], a small radio, etc. Invest in a nice, quality beach tote. It will last longer and not fall apart from the elements of the beach.
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HP Pavilion dv7-6b51ea
SpecificationsNotebook: HP Pavilion dv7-6b51ea (Pavilion dv7t Series)
Processor: Intel Core i7 2670QM
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon HD 6490M
Display: 17.3 inch, 16:9, 1600x900 pixels, glossy: yes
Weight: 3.4kg
Price: 1200 euro
Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)
Reviews for the HP Pavilion dv7-6b51ea
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The HP Pavilion dv7 Beats Edition, and specifically the dv7-6b51ea model under review, is a stylish 17in desktop replacement laptop that's crammed with power despite its slow hard drive. You do pay a premium, but if you want the closest thing to a 17in MacBook Pro or you need a large laptop that will last you hours away from the mains, it might just be worth it.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% features: 90% display: 80% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Techradar
It's not often that a laptop will get everything right when it comes to media playing. It might have a fantastic screen, for example, but the speakers could be inadequate, especially if you want to get the most out of Blu-ray's DTS HD and Dolby HD goodness.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
AMD Radeon HD 6490M: Entry to middle class graphics card based on the Seymore XT codename with support for fast GDDR5. The chip can be clocked at 700-750 with GDDR5 and 800 with slow DDR3.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.
2670QM: Fast Quad-core processor clocked at 2.2-3.1 GHz based on the Sandy Bridge architecture with an integrated graphics card and dual-channel DDR3 memory controller. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
17.3": Meanwhile the 17 inch display size is a more frequently offered standard format for desktop-replacements. The DTR-laptops can't be carried easily, need much energy but on the other side texts can be read easily and high resolutions are no problem. DTR mainly are intended for stationary usage on desks, where the weight and the energy need are unimportant.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
3.4 kg: This laptop is heavy below average, compared with the average of notebooks. Therefore especially desktop replacements fit in this class of weight.
HP: The Hewlett-Packard Company, founded 1935, commonly referred to as HP, is a technology corporation headquartered in California, United States. HP specializes in developing and manufacturing computing, storage, and networking hardware, software and services. Major product lines include personal computing devices, enterprise servers, related storage devices, as well as a diverse range of printers and other imaging products. Other product lines, including electronic test equipment and systems, medical electronic equipment, solid state components and instrumentation for chemical analysis. HP posted US $91.7 billion in annual revenue in 2006, making it the world's largest technology vendor in terms of sales. In 2007 the revenue was $104 billion, making HP the first IT company in history to report revenues exceeding $100 billion. Market share regarding sales of personal computers in 2007 (market research IDC): HP 18.9 %, Dell 16.4 %, Acer 9.9 %, Lenovo 7.5 %, Apple 5.7 %
80%: This rating is not convincing. The laptop is evaluated below average, this is not really a recommendation for purchase.
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Maddy Prior & the Carnival Band 's Carols & Capers 2012 25th Anniversary year Tour!
Posted: November 01, 2012|
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- Thursday, November 29, 2012
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- Following the hugely popular 2010 Christmas tour with the Carnival band, a couple of years touring with Steeleye Span, and as a trio with Giles Lewin and Hannah James. Maddy is now once again joining up with the Carnival Band for this coming Festive Season for their unique celebratory show "Carols & Capers". and they're starting this fantastic show at the Barnfield Theatre in Exeter on Thursday the 29th of November.
Like their previous seasonal excursions, this one sees them put their unique stamp on a range of familiar (and not-so-familiar) festive material, whilst also exploring some new and exotic directions. Together they will mix renaissance, modern and ethnic instruments with a refreshing cavalier attitude and plenty of humour putting their inimitable stamps on a range of familiar and not-so-familiar festive fare. This will guarantee to be a Christmas Party to remember.
Featuring Festive favourites such as The Holly and the Ivy and I Saw Three Ships rub shoulders with secular carols like The Boar's Head, dance tunes like Old Joe Clark.
Thursday 29th November 2012
Exeter Barnfield Theatre
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Most Big Ten basketball programs wouldn't be terribly frustrated with records of 11-5 in the conference and 22-7 overall. Most Big Ten basketball programs aren't Michigan State.
Iowa's next opponent is an MSU team that was the pick of most to win the conference and the pick of many to win the national-championship. That very team has lost four home games in a season for the first time since 1996-97, including its last two games at Breslin Center, to Nebraska and Illinois.
Enter the Hawkeyes on Thursday night. For all the angst floathing across Hawkeyeland before the team snapped its 3-game losing streak with a home win over Purdue Sunday, it perhaps pales to the gnashing of teeth in East Lansing.
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We are excited you found us and hope you find this website a valuable source of information. Our webmaster, Lee Wright worked conscientiously to present a website with important information for you and the care of your beloved English Setter.
LSESC was founded in 1998 and is comprised of individuals who share a passion for English Setters whether it be conformation, tracking, hunting, obedience, agility, or therapy. We typically meet at show sites to accommodate as many members as possible. This year, we are planning a Setter Fun Day! We will have speakers and demonstrations as well as fun activities for all. I will provide more information about this exciting event soon. If you have a setter, come out and join us!
Our Spring Specialty, at Houston Farm and Ranch, is just a couple weeks away! We will have a meeting ringside after the judging; and you're invited to come out and join us.
In July, we have another specialty at the Reliant Center World Series of Dog Shows. This specialty brings English Setters from many parts of the United States and is a pleasure to watch. We like to take the time to educate the public through the use of "Meet the Breed" at these shows. The schedule is usually posted closer to show time on the Reliant Center World Series of Dog Shows site. If you would like to try your hand at conformation and/or agility/obedience, you can sign up for these shows at the Jack Onofrio website. There are many fantastic vendors and AKC sets up an area named, "My dog can do that!" to encourage prospective individuals to participate in AKC activities. Our specialty is usually held on Thursday of that week. So come out and join us!
Our club is open to all English Setter admirers. Please feel free to contact anyone in our club for additional information, as we are always excited to receive new members!
Thank you so much for perusing our site! Please feel free to come out to meetings and contact members with any questions you may have.
Kind Regards,
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Mechele Dickerson is the Fulbright & Jaworski Professor in Law, associate dean for academic affairs, and a nationally-recognized expert in bankruptcy law. Her current, and coincidentally timely, research is in the areas of consumer over-indebtedness and the U.S. housing crisis. Her teaching specialties are Bankruptcy and Federal Civil Procedure. Dickerson joined the tenured faculty at Texas in the spring of 2006, coming from William & Mary School of Law. She was appointed the academic dean in the spring of 2007. Dickerson is a much-respected member of the UT Law faculty, and a very popular and effective classroom teacher. In 2007, after only one year at UT, she received the Texas Exes Faculty Teaching Award for excellence in teaching.
Last fall, Dickerson spoke to the annual meeting of the Consumer and Antitrust Division of the Federal Office of the Attorney General in Brasilia, Brazil on the subject of consumer debt—in the U.S., Brazil, and globally. Brazil has a relatively short history of consumer credit, and Dickerson discussed the importance of enacting an insolvency code to address the myriad issues arising from consumer debt. Her research and findings on this topic will be published in a forthcoming issue of the Texas International Law Journal.
Dickerson is also completing a manuscript on the U.S. housing crisis, tentatively entitled The Myth of Home Ownership, and Why Home Ownership is Not Always A Good Thing. Dickerson's research and conclusions take a swipe at the traditional view that home ownership is still crucial to achieving the American Dream, especially for lower- and middle-income families, due to modern consumer realities including, but not limited to, escalating housing costs and stagnant income.
Dickerson received her B.A. and J.D. from Harvard University. After graduating from law school, she clerked for Judge Nathaniel R. Jones of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. She then practiced law in Washington, D.C. and Norfolk, Virginia. In 1995, she joined the faculty at William and Mary School of Law and was the Cabell Research Professor of Law from 2003–2004. During her tenure there, she received the Alumni Fellowship Award in 2000 and the Walter L. Williams, Jr. Teaching Award in 1998 and in 2005. She is an elected member of the American Law Institute and a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and American Bar Association.
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Top Five Performances At 2010 Grammys
Here are my picks. Take our POLL at the end of the blog and let us know your favorite?
1- Michael Jackson's "Earth Song"Michael Jackson's tribute at the Grammys this year featured one of his songs that never gained wide popularity during his life, titled, "Earth Song" (first released in 1995). The backdrop requiring 3-D glasses were clips from Jackson's Tribute movie, "This Is It." If you were in the know, you probably stopped by your video store to pick up a pair of glasses before the TV performance. Matching Jackson's superlative vocals, some of today's finest artists belted out portions of the lyrics in perfect harmony with Jackson. Usher, Celine Dion, Smokey Robinson, Jennifer Hudson and Carrie Underwood and their powerful voices were well chose to accompany the King of Pop.
2- Pink's "Glitter In The Air"Each year, the producers of the Grammys try to outdo themselves and Pink certainly set the bar for the other female artists this year. Conjuring up visions of Cirque du Soleil, Pink literally embodied the lyrics as she performed in a suspension act made you wonder if she once worked as aerial performer in a previous life. To call this performance "riveting" is an understatement. To describe the performance would simply not do it justices. So here is the video that allows you to appreciate the beauty and fluidity of her ingenious act - and P.S. - all the more unique - considering all the physical endurance required for this performance, Pink did not resort to lip-synching.
3- Lady Gaga & Elton John's DuetThe rumored and much anticipated Grammy Awards pairing of Lady Gaga and Sir Elton John did not disappoint. Equally as talented on the piano, Lady Gaga joined the Yellow Brick Road Maestro in a piano duet that featured a number of songs from the past and present. The arrangement was a fusion of Gaga's "Speechless" and Sir Elton's "Your Song." This number followed the very first song of the evening, a lavish performance by Gaga of "Poker Face" that ended with the Lady being thrown into a cauldron of fire only to appear opposite Elton John wearing smoked-charred make-up.
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Pink's was good but I don't think it deserves as much credit as it's getting because she has performed it, in her words "160 times". It was part of her concert. She has done the trapeze thing at 2 other award shows. I loved this and it was my fave until I found this out. Can she not come up with anything new?? Gaga is on tour coming back from a struggle w/ exhaustion, shooting a new video, etc, and still managed to come up with a new performance. She could have just stuck one her her songs from The Monster Ball on there and called it a day like Pink, but instead she gave her fans something new. Therefore, she wins.
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dave matthews band was awesome
just 6 talented guys, an ensemble of talented musicians and singers including high school students..no costumes and no gimmicks.. AWESOME!
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Pink is amazing, beautiful and oh so talented. Love her to pieces
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You're very politically correct in picking the performances you did but you are not artistically conrrect. The more glitz in a production the weaker the performance. Andrea and MJ Blige were fantastic, escpecially MJ who puts everything into a song. Also the unique and awesome skill of Jeff Beck playing How High the Moon with the talented Imelda May doing the vocal was my favorite. No robots, costumes, trapeze, or fireworks. John
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Jeff Beck - "How High The Moon"
Scorch1, if I had a Top 6, Jeff Beck would have been my sixth choice. And I agree, some of the more simplistic performances were the best , but that doesn't discount PINK nor LADY GAGA who with all the perfomance art incorporated still pulled off tremendous vocals!
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Test ID: SDHSP
Succinate Dehydrogenase (SDH) Gene Analysis
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Aiding in the diagnosis of hereditary paraganglioma-pheochromocytoma syndrome associated with SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD gene mutations
Clinical Information Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) is a mitochondrial membrane-bound enzyme complex consisting of 4 subunits: SDHA, SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD. SDH is an oxidoreductase that catalyzes the oxidation of succinate to fumarate (tricarboxylic acid cycle function) and the reduction of ubiquinone to ubiquinol (respiratory chain function).
Heterozygous mutations and deletions of SDHB, SDHC, or SDHD result in a high life-time penetrance autosomal dominant tumor syndrome. Patients have only 1 functioning germline copy of the affected SDH subunit gene. When the second, intact copy is somatically lost or mutated in target tissues, tumors develop. Sympathetic and parasympathetic ganglia are preferentially affected, resulting in development of paragangliomas (PGLs) or pheochromocytomas (PCs). PGLs might include parasympathetic ganglia (neck and skull-base) or sympathetic ganglia (paravertebral sympathetic chain from neck to pelvis). PCs can involve 1 or both adrenal glands. Almost all PCs overproduce catecholamines, resulting in hypertension with a predilection for hypertensive crises. About 20% of PGL, mostly intra-abdominal, also secrete catecholamines. PGLs in the neck usually do not produce catecholamines. SDH-associated PGLs and PCs are typically benign; however, malignancy has been described in a minority of patients (especially in patients with SDHB mutations). In addition, because of the germline presence of the mutation or deletion, new primary tumors might occur over time in the various target tissues. Finally, tumors unrelated to chromaffin tissues, namely renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), affect some patients.
Collectively, heterozygous germline mutations and deletions of SDHB, SDHC, or SDHD are found in 30% to 50% of apparently sporadic PGL cases, and can be confirmed in >90% of clinically hereditary cases. The corresponding figures are 1% to 10% and 20% to 30% for outwardly sporadic PC and seemingly inherited PC, respectively. The prevalence of SDHD mutations and deletions is higher than that of SDHB, which in turn exceeds the numbers for SDHC. SDHB and SDHC mutations show classical autosomal dominant inheritance, while SDHD mutations show a modified autosomal dominant inheritance with chiefly paternal transmission, suggesting maternal imprinting (the molecular correlate of which remains unknown). SDHB is most strongly associated with PGL (usually functioning), but adrenal PCs also occur, as do occasional GISTs and RCCs. SDHD shows a disease spectrum similar to SDHB, except head and neck PGLs are more frequent than in SDHB, while functioning or malignant PGLs/PCs and GISTs are less common. SDHC has, thus far, been mainly associated with PGLs of skull base and neck. Abdominal and functioning PGLs or PCs are uncommonly seen in patients with SDHC mutations, and GISTs are very rare. However, there is limited certainty about the SDHC genotype-phenotype correlations, as the reported case numbers are low.
Genetic testing for SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD germline mutations and deletions is highly accurate in identifying affected patients and presymptomatic individuals. It is advocated in all patients who present with PGL. Accurate diagnosis assists in designing optimal follow-up strategies, since the rate of new and recurrent tumors is much higher in patients with SDH mutations or deletions than in truly sporadic cases.
Screening for mutations in SDH genes is not currently advocated for sporadic adrenal PC, but is gaining in popularity, often alongside tests for mutations of other predisposing genes: RET (multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2, MEN2), VHL (von Hippel-Lindau syndrome), and NF1 (neurofibromatosis type 1). Seemingly familial PC cases that do not have an established diagnosis of a defined familial tumor syndrome, should be screened for SDH gene mutations, along with screening of the other predisposing genes previously listed.
In order to minimize the cost of genetic testing, the clinical pattern of lesions in PGL and PC patients may be used to determine the order in which the 3 disease-associated SDH genes are tested. Genetic diagnosis of index cases allows targeted presymptomatic testing of relatives.
Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
An interpretive report will be provided.
Interpretation Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
All detected alterations will be evaluated according to American College of Medical Genetics and Genomes (ACMG) recommendations.(1) Variants will be classified based on known, predicted, or possible pathogenicity and reported with interpretive comments detailing their potential or known significance.
Cautions Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
Rare unknown polymorphisms in primer- or probe-binding sites can rarely result in allelic drop-out and false-negative genetic tests.
The current test does not examine the promoters, other gene regulatory elements, or most of the intronic portions of the SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD genes. It is unknown what the impact of this is on detection rates. Based on observations in other genetic disorders, it is generally believed that <5% of disease-causing mutations occur in these regions.
In addition to disease-related probes, the multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification technique utilizes probes localized to other chromosomal regions as internal controls. In certain circumstances, these control probes may detect other diseases or conditions for which this test was not specifically intended. Results of the control probes are not normally reported. However, in cases where clinically relevant information is identified, the ordering physician will be informed of the result and provided with recommendations for any appropriate follow-up testing.
There may be (several) other, as yet unidentified, genes that can cause a phenotypically similar picture as succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) mutations and deletions.
Collectively, the above causes, along with various other preanalytic and analytic problems that are not unique to genetic testing (eg, specimen mix up), probably account for the estimated false-negative rate of <10% (likely <5%) that is observed with genetic SDH testing.
Supportive Data
We sequenced the SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD genes in 42 specimens that had previously been tested for succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) mutations at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). We were blinded to the original results until completion of all sequencing. All mutations previously identified were confirmed. Overall, 27 patients had SDHB mutations, 2 patients had SDHC mutations, and 8 patients had SDHD mutations. Inter- and intra-assay testing showed 100% concordance for all sequenced regions. Fifteen specimens from healthy individuals were also sequenced. All showed wild-type sequence for SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD.
Another 42 specimens from the NIH were tested for deletions of SDHB, SDHC, and SDHD, using multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification-Luminex Flexmap technology. Seventeen specimens were found to have deleted portions of 1 of the SDH genes. These results were confirmed by the NIH. In addition, 50 specimens from healthy individuals were tested for deletions. We detected no deletions of SDHB, SDHC, or SDHD in any of these individuals.
Clinical Reference Provides recommendations for further in-depth reading of a clinical nature
1. Richards CS, Bale S, Bellissimo DB, et al: ACMG recommendations for standards for interpretation and reporting of sequence variations: Revisions 2007. Genet Med 2008 Apr;10(4):294-300
2. Briere JJ, Favier J, Gimenez-Roqueplo AP, Rustin P: Tricarboxylic acid cycle dysfunction as a cause of human diseases and tumor formation. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 2006 Dec;291(6):C1114-1120
3. Young WF Jr: Paragangliomas: clinical overview. Ann NY Acad Sci 2006;1073:21-29
4. Bornstein SR, Gimenez-Roqueplo AP: Genetic testing in pheochromocytoma: increasing importance for clinical decision making. Ann NY Acad Sci 2006;1073:94-103
5. Benn DE, Richardson AL, Marsh DJ, Robinson BG: Genetic testing in pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma-associated syndromes. Ann NY Acad Sci 2006;1073:104-111


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Van Slyke's HR helps Dodgers cut magic number to 6
SEP 10, 2013 11:58p ET
But two games at home have produced two dramatic wins for the Dodgers, and now they're moving closer to clinching the National League West.
Manager Don Mattingly still won't talk about magic numbers, but after Tuesday night's 5-3, 11-inning win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, there's no sense avoiding it.
So here it is: six. Any combination of six Dodgers wins and six Arizona losses will secure the division title for L.A.
"Everybody's excited about it," outfielder Scott Van Slyke said. "Obviously we're on a roll, and you want keep being on a roll and winning games. Our attitude's going to be the same if we're fortunate enough to clinch."
After losing four in a row on the road, the Dodgers have reclaimed the momentum they began building in late June. They hit six home runs Monday night to defeat the D-backs, and they got a walk-off home run from Van Slyke to win again.
But the final moment was set up by the pitching of right-hander Edinson Volquez, who had a quality start, and the relief work of the bullpen, which held Arizona to one hit over the final five innings.
It's doubtful, however, that anyone could appreciate producing the winning run more than Van Slyke, whose yo-yo-like season was almost dizzying.
In the past two months, Van Slyke has been sent down to Triple-A Albuquerque and recalled four times. He didn't make the 25-man roster out of spring training and wasn't called up the first time until May 10.
"Scotty has actually taken it really well," Mattingly said. "The last two or three times I've sent him down, he comes in smiling, knowing what's going on. He's been fine. He understands the situation."
Van Slyke came in to pinch hit for pitcher Chris Withrow in the 11th after Mark Ellis singled off Diamondbacks reliever Josh Collmenter. On the second pitch he saw, Van Slyke drove a changeup into the field-level seats in left, setting up a celebration at home plate and in the Dodger Stadium stands.
"I was just looking for something to hit hard," Van Slyke said. "Once Mark got on, I knew I had a chance, if I drove the ball well, he's going to run well enough to score. Luckily, it went over the fence."
Mattingly acknowledged that Van Slyke could figure in the Dodgers' postseason plans as a right-handed power hitter off the bench. In 108 at-bats, Van Slyke has seven home runs and is hitting .259. As a pinch hitter, he's 4 for 8 with four RBIs.
Volquez, meanwhile, gave the Dodgers six solid innings, although he was dinged for a two-run homer in the fifth by Didi Gregorius, who launched a fastball halfway up the pavilion in right. But it was still an impressive start for a pitcher who began the night with a 6.05 ERA.
In his previous start, last Wednesday at Colorado, Volquez surrendered four runs in four innings and took the loss at Coors Field, hardly a pitcher-friendly park. That didn't bode well for his future.
"Edinson hasn't had a lot of luck," Mattingly said. "That's not a great matchup we give him first time out of the gate, a team that's hitting pretty good, a park that hasn't been very good to him. But he's been able to work in between starts.
"He was sharper, he kept the ball down more tonight. The thing Edinson fights is himself. He seems to get down on himself, but I liked the way he bounced back that last inning after giving up the homer to Gregorius."
And Volquez was pleased, too.
"Tonight everything was great," he said. "Finally I get to bring everything I was doing in the bullpen to the game and be consistent in the strike zone."
The bullpen and Van Slyke took care of the rest.
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What every entrepreneur, owner should know about selling
The conundrum that many business owners and consultants experience while trying to grow their business is discovering that expertise about a product or service isn't enough to generate revenue.
Regardless of the quality or usefulness of any offering, there's the dreadful fact that products, and especially services, rarely sell themselves. No one thinks of owning a business as creating a sales job. But of an owner's many roles, one of the most important is that of rainmaker, revenue czar or money magnet — better known as salesperson.
For many non-selling professionals, the role of salesperson also carries a stigma and mark of disgrace. Whether you like it or not, you're the company's sales force or sales team leader. Understanding some basic sales principles will help grow your revenue. Here's a short list of what every business owner should know about selling.
• First, avoid believing that educating the buyer completely about your offerings will motivate them to buy.
That leads to the No. 1 problem in selling — talking too much. Doing that says, "I am not really interested in you" or "I'm more important than you." Talking too much conveys a lack of interest and respect. Listening conveys empathy and empathy builds trust.
Everyone has experienced the desire to get away from someone who talks too much. Giving too much information that's unimportant to the buyer increases the number of objections. Would you be willing to pay extra for features and benefits that you don't need or want? Use the rifle approach rather than the shotgun when presenting.
• Understand value from the buyer's perspective.


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That rebuttal follows a TV interview on Friday in which Obama avoided responding to a question about whether CIA operatives were told to "stand down" during the Benghazi attack.
White House: Obama Didn't Order 'Stand Down' in Benghazi
Rebuts allegations that Obama denied requests for help
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Updated: On Saturday afternoon a White House spokesman emphatically denied that President Obama had denied requests for help during the Benghazi attack. "Neither the president nor anyone in the White House denied any requests for assistance in Benghazi," wrote National Security Council spokesman Tommy Vietor in an email to Yahoo News.
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PlayStation Vita gamers who are thrilled at the prospects of sacrificing their digital body parts for magic spells can rejoice. Sony announced that Soul Sacrifice will be out in Japan on March 7, 2013. No North American or European date has been announced as of yet.
Furthermore, the company announced a new handheld bundle that ties in with the game's release. The bundle comes with a cosmic-red-colored PS Vita with a custom Soul Sacrifice design at the back, red earphones, a 4GB memory card, a pouch, a strap, and a cloth. Gamers will have to pay 29,980 yen ($365) for this set.
The bundle will be available for Japanese and Asian markets, with the latter being charged S$469 ($385). Previously, the game was slated to be out this year but was delayed due to feedback from TGS 2012. For more information, check out GameSpot's recent preview.


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You quote author Lee Siegel mentioning research done by the Pew Internet & American Life Project and asserting that "eight of the 12 people who wrote the Pew's report on the internet have some kind of financial interest in the internet" (28 June, p 48).
That is incorrect. None of the writers of the project's reports, including the report mentioned by Siegel in his book, have financial interests in the internet. The staff of the project are compensated by a grant from an American foundation, the Pew Charitable Trusts, and the project is non-partisan.
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Charlie Furbush pitched a scoreless 12th for his first career save Saturday against the Angels.
Charlie Furbush was removed from Monday's game against the Angels in the seventh inning after he was struck by a Mike Trout liner.
Mariners and LHP Charlie Furbush avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $750,000 contract.
Over 19 relief appearances, Charlie Furbush owns a 4.42 ERA in 18 1/3 innings.
Mariners activated LHP Charlie Furbush from the 15-day disabled list.
Charlie Furbush (triceps) will make another rehab appearance with Triple-A Tacoma on Saturday before the Mariners decide if he's ready to return.
Charlie Furbush (triceps) will make another rehab appearance with Triple-A Tacoma.
Charlie Furbush (triceps) will make his second minor league rehab appearance Monday with Triple-A Tacoma.
Charlie Furbush (triceps) made his first rehab appearance Friday at Triple-A Tacoma.
Mariners placed LHP Charlie Furbush on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left triceps.
Charlie Furbush (triceps) has declared himself "fine."
Charlie Furbush has been diagnosed with tightness in his left triceps.
Charlie Furbush left Tuesday's game with an apparent shoulder injury.
Charlie Furbush has posted a 1.96 ERA, 0.62 WHIP and 42/7 K/BB ratio over 32 1/3 innings out of the Mariners' bullpen this season.


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Kenya's Supreme Court upheld the election of Uhuru Kenyatta as the country's next president, March 30. The loser accepted the verdict, marking the end of a tense election [...]
The Republican National Committee laid out a strategy to revive the party and win the next election Monday, but rifts within the party suggest that unity will be a challenge.
Tunisian Prime Minister Ali Larayedh's new cabinet lineup won a vote of confidence on Tuesday—a tip of the scale in favor of stability amid unrest.
Uhuru Kenyatta, indicted by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity, is Kenya's new president. He needed 50 percent of the votes to become president—he [...]
Kenyan elections could turn violent as in 2007 when disputed results caused a violent clash. Prime minister and presidential candidate Raila Odinga's camp is calling foul on [...]
Officials hope for continued peace as Kenyans await official election results, despite the attack that resulted in the death of several police officers.
Obama has been re-elected and has challenges ahead. The Epoch Times asks New Yorkers, what should Obama tackle first?
President Barack Obama again went on Reddit to ask the website's users to vote.
Venezuelan voters cast their ballots in elections on Sunday in what appears to be the toughest political challenge for incumbent President Hugo Chavez during his entire tenure [...]
Three political experts discuss the highlights and next steps for the presidential candidates after the first debate in Denver, Colo., on Oct. 3.


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