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A suture anchor loader comprises a housing with a port. A channel extends into the housing from the port, the channel being dimensioned to receive a surgical needle. A suture anchor is preloaded in the channel with a length of suture connected to the suture anchor and stored in the housing. A push rod is slideably positioned in the channel such that the suture anchor is intermediate the push rod and the port. An actuator is operatively connected to push rod to selectively deploy the anchor into the needle.
1. A device for loading surgical anchors into a surgical needle, the device comprising:
a) a longitudinal channel dimensioned to receive a surgical needle having a cannula and a distal tip;
b) a surgical anchor longitudinally aligned with the channel and positioned external the needle cannula;
c) a length of suture connected to the surgical anchor; and
d) a selectively operable push rod positioned external the needle cannula, the push rod being longitudinally aligned with the channel and adapted to push the anchor proximally into the cannula of a surgical needle positioned in the channel.
2. The device of
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9. The device of
10. A surgical kit comprising one or more devices of
11. The device of
12. The surgical kit of
13. A method of processing a device for surgery, comprising:
a) obtaining the device of
b) sterilizing the device; and
c) storing the device in a sterile container.
14. A device to load a suture anchor into a surgical needle, the device comprising:
a) a housing comprising a port;
b) a channel extending into the housing from the port, the channel dimensioned to receive a surgical needle;
c) a suture anchor preloaded in the channel;
d) a length of suture connected to the suture anchor and stored in the housing;
e) a push rod slideably positioned in the channel such that the suture anchor is intermediate the push rod and the port; and
f) an actuator operatively connected to push rod.
15. A method of processing a device for surgery, comprising:
a) obtaining the suture anchor loader of
b) sterilizing the suture anchor loader; and
c) storing the suture anchor loader in a sterile container.
16. A surgical kit comprising one or more suture anchor loaders of
17. A suture anchor loader, comprising:
a) a surgical needle comprising a cannula;
b) a housing separate from the surgical needle, the housing comprising a port;
c) a channel extending into the housing from the port, the channel dimensioned to receive the surgical needle;
d) a suture anchor preloaded in the channel of the housing;
e) a length of suture connected to the suture anchor and stored in the housing; and
an actuator connected to the housing and operable on the suture anchor to slide the suture anchor relative the channel into the cannula of the surgical needle.
18. A method of processing a device for surgery, comprising:
a) obtaining the suture anchor loader of
b) sterilizing the suture anchor loader; and
c) storing the suture anchor loader in a sterile container.
19. A surgical kit comprising one or more suture anchor loaders of
20. The suture anchor loader of
The following disclosure relates to surgery, with one embodiment relating to endoscopic surgical techniques and devices. Surgery generally refers to the diagnosis or treatment of injury, deformity, or disease. A wide variety of surgical techniques have been developed. One type of surgery is called minimally invasive surgery, which typically involves entering the body through the skin or through a body cavity or anatomical opening while minimizing damage to these structures. Minimally invasive medical procedures usually involve less operative trauma for the patient compared to open surgical procedures. Minimally invasive surgical procedures are also generally less expensive, reduces hospitalization time, causes less pain and scarring, and reduces the incidence of complications related to the surgical trauma, thus speeding the recovery.
Endoscopes are often used during minimally invasive surgical procedure to visualize the organs and structures inside the body. Endoscopes generally use a light delivery system to illuminate the tissue under inspection. Typically the light source is outside the body and the light is typically directed via an optical fiber system. Images are captured, usually through a lens system, and transmitting to a monitor. Some endoscopes include working channels through which medical instruments may be introduced into the body to biopsy or operate. Working channels can also be independent of the endoscope. Endoscopes may be rigid or flexible. Some flexible endoscopes are steerable to facilitate positioning the endoscope in the body.
Sutures are often used during surgical procedures to hold skin, internal organs, blood vessels, and other tissues in the body. A suture is typically an elongate flexible filament, but may take a variety as different thread or thread-like structures, including without limitation fibers, lines, wires, and the like. A suture may be a homogeneous or heterogeneous, and may also comprise a single filament or a composite suture, such as a two or more twisted or woven filaments. In addition, a suture may be made from a wide array of absorbable (i.e., metabolized by the body) or non-absorbable materials known in the art.
A variety of different techniques and devices have been developed to deliver and attached sutures to tissue. Some techniques involve piercing tissue with needles, tying or forming knots or loops, delivering anchors such as t-tags, x-tags and other flexible or rigid anchors, and the like. Disclosed herein are novel device and method for loading surgical implants, such as suture anchors, into needles.
While the specification concludes with claims that particularly point out and distinctly claim the invention, it is believed the invention will be better understood from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings illustrating some non-limiting examples of the invention. Unless otherwise indicated, like reference numerals identify the same elements.
The needle 30 in this embodiment is a flexible endoscopic needle, such as the ones disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/553,489 filed Oct. 27, 2006. Naturally, other needles could also be used, including without limitation rigid needles, biopsy needles, solid needles, and the like. The needle assembly (30) includes a needle (32) and a cannula (34) dimensioned to receive the anchor (42). Once an anchor (42) is loaded in the needle (32), an interference fit in cannula (34) provides frictional resistance to prevent the anchor (42) from discharging inadvertently. A push rod (36) is slideably positioned in cannula (34) to selectively deploy the anchor (42). Optionally, a plurality of anchors (42) could be positioned in tandem in the cannula (34). A flexible sleeve (38) axially slides to selectively expose the needle (32) and to control the needle (32) penetration depth in tissue.
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Preferably, the foregoing loaders will be processed before surgery. First, a new or used loader is obtained and if necessary cleaned. The loader can then be sterilized. In one sterilization technique, the loader is placed in a closed and sealed container, such as a plastic or TYVEK bag. Optionally, one or more loaders may be bundled as a kit with a needle (32) and sealed in the same container. The container and loader are then placed in a field of radiation that can penetrate the container, such as gamma radiation, x-rays, or high-energy electrons. The radiation kills bacteria on the loader and in the container. The sterilized loader can then be stored in the sterile container. The sealed container keeps the loader sterile until it is opened in the medical facility.
Having shown and described various embodiments and examples, further adaptations of the methods and apparatuses described herein can be accomplished by appropriate modifications by one of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention. Several of such potential modifications have been mentioned, and others will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention should be considered in terms of the following claims and is understood not to be limited to the details of structure, materials, or acts shown and described in the specification and figures.
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120-FN4SGL30WTC Fenton Series Single Dining Booth, Wood Top Cap, 42' High
Fenton Series Single Dining Booth, fully upholstered, horizontal channels on the inside back, wood top cap, 42' overall height, 24' deep, 30' wide, two finished ends. Select upholstery, top cap stain color and request a quote from customer service for this product. Base price listed is for Grade 1 upholstery and standard stains shown below. Other upholstery grades shown have an additional cost that will be charged during order processing, but is not shown on the website during checkout.
Options available at additional cost: laminate top and end panels, wood top cap and end panels, 42' height utilizing horizontal headrest, wood top cap and full end panels, laminate sub base, laminate crumb strip, upholstered crumb strip, solid sub base, laminate outside back, laminated base.
Also available: wall bench, 1/4 circle, 1/2 circle, 3/4 circle. Contact customer service for pricing. You can question a customer service representative about this product by phone (1-800-541-8683), by Live Chat, or by the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Vitro is a premier furniture manufacturer specializing in the restaurant, food service and hospitality industries. For most Vitro products there are an almost limitless number of colors and finishes. We provide the resources to you to get an idea of the finishes you want. If you are matching existing furniture or restaurant finishings we can obtain a sample for you from the manufacturer of the stain or fabric. As with all high quality furniture we would like to speak with you about your order to ensure you have selected the finish and other options that you want. We are happy to communicate with you via telephone or email. Once you have identified the options in which you are interested, we can then obtain a quote from Vitro for any additional cost of non standard finishes, an estimate of shipping and delivery date. All Vitro furniture is custom made to your specifications and will carry a lead time of at least 5-6 weeks. Some products and finishes may carry a lead time of 7-8 weeks or more. No returns on this item. Once the order has been placed with the factory, prior to manufacturing and/or shipping, the customer is responsible for any costs incurred if the order is modified or cancelled.
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1. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C (Gas Mark 6).
2. Cut the tomato vine into a length holding about 4 tomatoes.
3. Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water for about 10 seconds and plunge into ice cold water.
4. Remove the tomato skins and dry well on kitchen paper or a clean cloth.
5. Add the garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and sugar and mix well together.
6. Pour the oil and vinegar mixture into an ovenproof dish and place into the pre-heated oven.
7. When hot, remove the dish from the oven and carefully add the vine tomatoes.
8. Season to taste and baste the vine tomatoes with the hot oil mixture.
9. Return to the oven to roast, basting occasionally.
10. When just cooked, remove the vine tomatoes from the oven and carefully place the roasted vine tomatoes onto warmed plates.
11. Knap the hot juices from the roasting dish over the vine tomatoes and serve immediately.


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BEIRUT: The Daily Star was ranked the Lebanese newspaper with the best social media presence by Forbes Middle East Wednesday, which also dubbed it the third most popular online Lebanese paper.
In a ranking of 41 English and Arabic language newspapers in the Arab World, the Egyptian daily Al-Ahram placed first. The Daily Star ranked 23rd, behind Lebanese papers As-Safir in 10th and An-Nahar in 14th.
The paper's online traffic increased by 53.5 percent, more than both of the Lebanese newspapers ranked above it.
Forbes Middle East said its rankings were based on Google Analytics data from August 2011 to August 2012, including visits, new visits, social networking presence and average user time spent on a newspaper's website.
According to Forbes Middle East, The Daily Star logged 7.8 million visits in the period measured, including 4.28 million unique visits.
The average visitor spent five minutes and eight seconds on The Daily Star's website, in comparison to 11 minutes spent at Al-Ahram, nine minutes and 21 seconds at As-Safir, and six minutes and 15 seconds at An-Nahar.
With a 22.38 percent presence on social networking sites, The Daily Star ranked first among all Lebanese newspapers. An-Nahar placed 12th in this category, Al-Diyar 23rd, and As-Safir 26. Al-Bayan, a UAE-based paper, placed first.
The social networking rankings were based on the number of fans a paper has on social networking sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Google Plus, as well as the number of followers it has on Twitter. It also took into account views on a paper's YouTube channel.
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Free Download of Robert Schwartzman's 'You Don't Have To Lie'
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Robert is currently offering a free download of 'You Don't Have To Lie' to anyone who likes his Facebook page! Follow this link to get your download.
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Google Crashers! Vaugn and Wilson star in "The Internship"
First they crashed a wedding and now it seems Wilson and Vaughn will be interning at Google.
The Internship – Trailer
Vince Vaughn & Owen Wilson are back it again, the first time since the Wedding Crashers, and this one looks hilarious.
Source: Z District
Closing windows for peace on the brink
Once again the peace process is on the brink of a closing window because of a shameful failure of bold leadership.
Will the world's headline writers muddle through?
Will the world's headline writers muddle through?
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Scholarship Students Prefer to Study in the USA
With the increased number of Saudi scholarship students in the United States, there are individuals who believe that the United States must do more to make the Saudi students feel welcomed.
Source: American Bedu
Mr. Minister you should resign after this confession
Minister of Justice Ahmed Mekki admits on live TV to lying about an autopsy to cover up the torture done by the Egyptian regime. Yet he still holds his job.
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I rarely buy jam nowadays. I am so impressed with what a little low heat, sugar and fruit can turn into in a matter of an hour or two. I made this jam with a pile of pears from my local farm. The vanilla extract was homemade. The ginger, pineapple and lemons came to my kitchen from far away but were sourced organically by the same local farm who got me those pears.
During this past Thanksgiving, each guest slathered some of this jam on their bread on the day after, along with a big pat of butter. Then each guest went home with a golden-hued jam jar. I'm giving them away this holiday season too, and found a lovely version of Pear Jam from Silverbrook Farm to include in my holiday giftbox.
Pear Pineapple Ginger Jam
12 pears, cleaned, cored, peeled and sliced into 1″ pieces
1 stub of ginger, peeled
1 whole pineapple, cleaned, cored and cut into 1" cubes
1 cup of lemon juice, 4 big lemons juiced
4 1/2 cups of organic sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons of vanilla extract
3 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped
1 tablespoon orange flower water
Toss all the ingredients into a pot on the stove. Simmer over medium-low heat until tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low; simmer until mixture drops thickly from spoon, stirring often, about 1 hour. Remove the ginger carefully. While still hot, pour the jam into small 4-ounce jars and water-bath them according to your own canning process. I water-bathed these jars for about 20 minutes, and then carefully removed the jars to rest on a towel until cool. Label the jars and give away liberally!


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Reply+55#29 - wishanonscouldpost (05/09/2013) [-]
Thomas Edison is probably histories biggest cunt.
In the sense of being a cunt and not a mass murderer.
In the sense of being a cunt and not a mass murderer.
#293 to #292 - Hreidmar ONLINE (05/10/2013) [-]
Putin's basically one of the most corrupt and power-hungry people on Earth. Currently Russia is similar to a European version of an African dictatorship. It's one of the richest countries on earth because of oil and diamonds (Russia has both in huge amounts) but almost no money makes it past a net of corrupt local, regional, and national officials. Putin's government basically jails (or worse) any serious attempts at an opposition (such as the case of Alexei Navalny, google him if you need more info) and Putin has an iron grip on almost all media. He did some good things for Russia back in the early 2000's, but that's all in the past. Now it's all about power and money.
#296 to #294 - Hreidmar ONLINE (05/10/2013) [-]
See, that's the thing. He's not nearly the badass he's portrayed as. He didn't legitimately go diving for relics, those were planted about 5 minutes beforehand by officials. Yes, he hunts and does martial arts, but he's by far not the best or even in the top 25% of both trades/skills. A lot of the images of him riding horses, wrestling, diving, etc... are just media manipulations.
That being said, he could still probably crush my head like a beer can, but he's not the badass he's portrayed as.
That being said, he could still probably crush my head like a beer can, but he's not the badass he's portrayed as.


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Gigabyte M912
SpecificationsNotebook: Gigabyte M912
Processor: Intel Atom N270
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950
Display: 8.9 inch, 16:9, 1280x768 pixels
Weight: 1.2kg
Price: 600 euro
Average of 6 scores (from 7 reviews)
Reviews for the Gigabyte M912
Source: PC Advisor
Gigabyte's M912M adds tablet PC capability to a low-power netbook - at a price. There may be some environments when a touchscreen walkabout netbook can be useful, in which case the M912 could still earn its keep. But is there a need for netbook performance at a tablet price? For normal usage, given its high price, uninspiring and plasticky build and so-so battery life, even with the addition of a touchscreen interface it still fails to impress.
60, Ausstattung 70, Verarbeitung 60
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 60% features: 70% workmanship: 60%
Source: Laptop Mag
The Gigabyte M912V has the potential to shake up the mini-notebook market, but it hasn't mastered the basics of comparable systems. While the touch experience is solid and as good as many of the other tablets out there, its limited endurance, cramped keyboard, and hot temperature limit its potential. It packs much of the tablet functionality of the Fujitsu LifeBook P1620, which is the same size but costs $1,400 more, but the P1620 offers twice the performance and battery life. If you're looking primarily for a mini-notebook that lets you use your finger to navigate the Web, the $699 M912V is the best choice. But if you want a cheaper 8.9-inch netbook to tote around on the go, the $379 Acer Aspire one or the $599 Eee PC 901 will do the trick.
3 von 5, Mobilität schlecht
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/11/2008
Rating: Total score: 60% mobility: 40%
Source: Hardware Zone
Given all that we've touched upon so far, it does seem that Gigabyte has a pretty decent product on their hands, give or take a few issues. We've yet to encounter a perfect netbook as yet, as each netbook has its own significant pluses and minuses that makes us shy back from giving it the ultimate accolade. Not that we don't want to really, but given the hugely competitive netbook market segment, we'll probably stumble upon it soon enough. By itself, the Gigabyte M912 is a worthy entrant to the netbook market, especially when you factor in its features that we've yet to encounter in other netbooks. As the first Vista loaded Atom based netbook that we've reviewed so far, the M912's quick boot up speed and void of any notable lag when it comes to using Vista and its associated interface is indeed an impressive feat.
3.5 von 5
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/08/2008
Rating: Total score: 70%
Foreign Reviews
Source: c't - 3/09
Comparison, , Long, Date: 02/01/2009
Rating: performance: 40% features: 70% display: 70% mobility: 40% ergonomy: 40% emissions: 40%
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Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/02/2008
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 70% performance: 80% features: 80% ergonomy: 60% emissions: 40%
Source: Chip.de - 11/08
Comparison, , Short, Date: 10/16/2008
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 70% performance: 92% features: 100% display: 43% mobility: 55% ergonomy: 78%
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Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/11/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 50% ergonomy: 50%
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 is an integrated (onboard) graphic chip on Mobile Intel 945GM chipset. It is a faster clocked version of the GMA 900 and supports no hardware T&L (Transform & Lightning) accelleration (which is required for some games).
These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Atom: The Intel Atom series is a 64-Bit (not every model supports 64bit) microprocessor for cheap and small notebooks (so called netbooks), MIDs, or UMPCs. The speciality of the new architecture is the "in order" execution (instead of the usual and faster "out of order" execution). Therefore, the transistor count of the Atom series is much lower and, thus, cheaper to produce. Furthermore, the power consumption is very low. The performance per Megahertz is therfore worse than the old Pentium 3M (1,2 GHz on par with a 1.6 GHz Atom).
Power efficient, cheap and slow Netbook single core CPU. Because of the in-order execution, the performance per MHz is worse than Core Solo or Celeron M processors.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
8.9": This is a very small format, which is used for UMPC, Netbooks or Subotebooks. There hardly exist any models with this display format. Working for a long time is uncomfortable. This tiny display is intended for outdoor usage.
The advantage is, that the mini-notebook can be small dimensioned and can be carried easily. Further the tiny display has the advantage, that it needs few energy, which improves the battery runtime and in consequence the mobility. The disadvantage is that the reading of texts is very exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions can hardly be used.» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
1.2 kg: This subnotebook is one of the most lightweight of all notebooks and can be carried very easily. There exist hardly any models in this extreme class of weight. 7-9 inch displays are normal for this class of weight.
Gigabyte: GIGABYTE Technology is a Taiwan-based manufacturer of computer hardware products best known for its motherboards. Established in 1986, its major customers include custom boutique PC manufacturers such as Alienware. Secondary lines in the company's product portfolio include complete PCs, laptops, optical drives, LCD monitors, keyboards, mice, cooling components, mobile phones and high end mobile phone products (PDA phone, TV phone etc.), networking equipment, power supplies, and a line of barebone mid and full sized ATX computer cases. Gigabyte laptop reviews are rare and the global laptop market share low.
68%: This rating is bad. Most notebooks are better rated. This is not a recommendation for purchase.
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Temecula remembers 9/11 with ceremonies and meeting
TEMECULA - The setting sun beamed in the sky and its rays bounced off the surface of the Temecula Duck Pond as more than 200 hundred people gathered for Tuesday's ceremonies remembering the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks that took place six years past.
There were marching bands, lighted candles and statue re-dedications, but much of the reflection on 9/11 took place in the personal space formed by people talking to one another.
Suzanne and Tom Burnside of Temecula stood near the water's edge with their two young children, both born after the world-changing events of 2001. Tom Burnside said that, though his 3 1/2-year-old daughter and 6-month-old son would never know of life before Sept. 11, they would learn to respect that day.
"I think their perception of 9/11 would be similar to those of my generation who grew up in the post-Vietnam era," he said. "They'll learn about it from history books, but it's also important that they learn to remember from events like this of what that day was really all about."
There was also the couple's personal remembrance that will serve as a tool to teach of the past.
"We were living in apartments on Rancho California Road and our alarm clock was our television set," Suzanne Burnside recalled. "It was about 6 a.m., and the first images we saw that day were of the (World Trade Center) towers on fire. We just didn't know what to do. That was also the week of our one-year wedding anniversary. We were supposed to fly to Boston that week on American Airlines. We never went."
While the intensity of the day has diminished for some, the spirit of goodwill that followed the traumatic attacks was still strong Tuesday. Seven members of a delegation from Temecula's sister city, Leidschendam-Voorburg, the Netherlands, were at the park for the rededication of the "Singing in the Rain" statue.
The statue was donated by the people of Leidschendam-Voorburg following the terrorist attacks of 2001. The statue depicts a mother and two children holding umbrellas as they ride a single bike. Though the art work portrays them encountering rain and heavy winds, they keep going forward. The intended message is that America and Temecula have weathered the storm of terrorism and are staying strong.
"This is both a ceremony of remembrance and a celebration," said Temecula Mayor Chuck Washington. "May we never forget the lives lost on 9/11 and the global war on terrorism. But let us also celebrate our Sister Cities relationships, so we may continue to better understand nations around the world and one another."
After the rededication, members of the public gathered at the edge of the pond to light candles that were sent floating into the waters.
Bill and Arlene Bradford of Temecula watched the ceremonies from a hillside perch.
"It's sad to look back on it," Bill Bradford said. "I thought the ceremonies would be more reflective. But it was good to be out here with others in the community."


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At 32" high, the AL652B is designed for freestanding use in ADA compliant facilities. The 24" footprint offers overly 5 cu.ft. of storage capacity. This model features a black exterior finish and a user-reversible door swing.
Inside, our unique dual evaporator system separately cools the refrigerator and freezer section to ensure proper storage temperature. Cycle defrost operation reduces user maintenance in the automatic defrost fresh food section, while the manual defrost freezer compartment can maintain zero degrees. Door storage provides easy access for tall bottles and small condiments. Additional features include adjustable glass shelves, a clear crisper, and automatic interior lighting.
The AL652B has long proven itself to have one of the best temperature performance records in the industry. To see additional finish options on this unit, browse the full AL650 Series. For built-in undercounter applications, see the AL652BBI.
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|Adjustable thermostat
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|Clear crisper
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|Subdivisions of Helsinki
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|1.30 km²
|Population data
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|7,393 (2004-01-01)
|- Pop. density
|5,687 /km²
|Postal codes
|00510, 00550
|Subdivision regions
|Neighbouring subdivisions
|Sörnäinen, Alppiharju, Pasila, Hermanni, Toukola, Kumpula
Vallila (Swedish: Vallgård) is a neighbourhood in Helsinki, the capital of Finland.
Vallila is a central-northern neighbourhood, bordered by Pasila to the west and Alppiharju to the south. Like Kallio, Vallila is mostly residential and has a reputation of being a working-class neighbourhood. In the past two decades people from artistic professions have found the area. Vallila though still retains its roots from 1910s to '80s by being one of the rare neighborhoods which still has an industrial area and abundant amount of workshop businesses.
Because of gentrification Vallila is nowadays considered a trendy area in Helsinki (like Kallio) among young adults and housing is expensive, particularly in Puu-Vallila.
Vallila is famous for its many old wooden houses dating back to the 1900s–1920s, which are spread over many blocks. Many buildings by the main streets are fine examples of Nordic Classicism from the 1920s–1930s. It is located closest to the city center of all the wooden-house residential areas in Helsinki. This area is called Puu-Vallila (Wooden Vallila). Puu-Vallila is built 1910, while the rest of Vallila is built in 1920's and 1930s. Before this Vallila was a villa area for wealthy people living in Helsinki center.
Perhaps the most famous scene in Vallila is the small flea market square featured in Aki Kaurismäki's film The Man Without a Past.
Ville Valo, lead singer for the Finnish band HIM, was born in Vallila.
Vallila is also the name of a basic city administrative district. It includes both Vallila and Hermanni neighbourhoods and has 12300 inhabitants (1.1.2010). Vallila itself has 7800 inhabitants.
Results of the Finnish parliamentary election, 2011 in Vallila:
- Green League 26.9%
- Left Alliance 23.4%
- Social Democratic Party 15.5%
- National Coalition Party 12.5%
- True Finns 10.1%
- Centre Party 3.2%
- Swedish People's Party 3.0%
- Christian Democrats 1.6%
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Media related to Vallila at Wikimedia Commons
Buildings on Hauhontie, designed by Martti Välikangas and dating from 1924–25.
Allotment gardens in the northernmost part of Vallila. Kumpula Campus in the background.
Coordinates: 60°11′40″N 24°57′24″E / 60.19444°N 24.95667°E
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The women's 4K race will begin at 4 p.m. at the Nash Farm Battlefield in Hampton, Ga., featuring eight teams. The men's 8K will follow at approximately 4:30 p.m. The races will feature teams from Auburn, Chattanooga, Florida A&M, Georgia Southern, Kennesaw State, Mercer and Troy. Non-Division I opponent West Georgia will also be competing in the event.
Chattanooga dropped in the weekly regional ranking from sixth to ninth and will be up against fifth-ranked Auburn.
The Mocs had a strong opening meet at their PowerAde Invitational with senior Lucas Cotter (Collierville, Tenn.) taking first and leading the men to the win while sophomore Teghan Henderson (Pickering, Ontario) led the women to the title with her first individual win.
Sophomore Paul Stuart (Brentwood, Tenn.) was third overall followed by classmate Trevor Janssen (Jordan Station, Ontario) at the Mocs home opener. Look for strong performances by senior Mark Cole (McKenzie, Tenn.) who made his return to the course after an injury sidelined him last year as well as senior John Gilpin (Nashville, Tenn.)
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NAET, or Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique, is an alternative, non-invasive, drug free treatment intended to
eliminate allergies and chemical sensitivities. NAET was developed in 1983 by Devi Nambudripad and uses procedures from
acupuncture, acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiological disciplines.
As a holistic approach to allergy treatment, NAET views allergies from an Oriental Medical perspective. NAET considers an
allergy a condition of unusual sensitivity to a substance that is viewed by the brain as a threat to the body's well-being.
It defines an allergy in terms of what a substance does to the energy flow in the body. Thus, allergies are believed to be
the result of energy imbalances in the body that compromise the state of health of one or more organ systems. The goal of NAET
is to balance the entire body, physically, physiologically, and emotionally to achieve optimal health and eliminate allergies.
However, NAET is not impervious to some credible critique, and the method has not been scientifically validated.
NAET was developed by Dr. Devi Nambudripad, a California acupuncturist, chiropractor, and kinesiologist. She developed this
treatment while trying to relieve herself of severe allergic symptoms that she suffered since her birth in Kerala, South India.
However, some of her description of the history behind this development is sure to leave the sensible reader with doubts.
Nambudripad describes having taken 30 aspirin a day to "keep her going" and living on a diet of white rice and broccoli for three
and a half years in her book Say Goodbye to Illness. This book is required reading before making an appointment
with a NAET practitioner.
She also claims to have been allergic to vitamins C, A, and B-complex, when in fact true allergies occur as reactions to
proteins, not vitamins, minerals, or sugars. She stumbled onto the beginning of what would develop into her
theory of treatment when she was giving herself acupuncture while (incidentally) in contact with some carrots. After the
acupuncture, she was no longer allergic to carrots and believed it was the result of a piece of carrot being in her
electromagnetic field during the acupuncture treatment.
Nambudripad began theorizing about the systemic relationship between contact with an allergen and the neuro-physiological
effects produced in the body. She believes a brain can be "reprogrammed" to no longer react to what it previously perceived
to be harmful or toxic.
NAET therapy and treatment views allergies as the result of energy imbalances in the body. Contact with an allergen causes
blockages in energy pathways. In other words, allergens disrupt the normal flow of energy through the body's electrical circuits.
This interferes with the brain and body's communication through the nervous system. According to this theory, it is the first
step towards developing an allergy.
In contrast, science-based allergists define allergies as reactions of the body's immune system when the body has become
sensitized to a substance. A reaction occurs when allergy-causing proteins combine with antibodies and trigger
the release of histamine and other chemicals in the body.
Whether skeptical or credulous, one can visit one of the over 9,000 licensed medical practitioners (mostly acupuncturists
and chiropractors) that have been trained in NAET procedures all over the world and begin the process of diagnosing allergies.
In diagnosing a patient, a NAET practitioner should first take a complete history and ask for all medical records. A
physical examination is done (observation of mental status, face, skin, eyes, color, posture, movements, gait, tongue, scars,
wounds, marks, body secretions, etc.) and vital signs are taken.
Then, a series of less conventional testing is done including
a skin-resistance/electro-dermal test, neuromuscular sensitivity/muscle test response, dynamometer testing (measures finger
strength in the absence and presence of an allergen), electromagnetic field testing (supposedly measuring the pool of
electromagnetic energy around a person and object and determining whether the electric fields produced have suitable charges
for the person to absorb the energy from the object), and a pulse test (measuring the pulse while eating something you're
allergic to). In this way, allergies and their responsible allergens are determined by the NAET practitioner.
After testing is completed, the practitioner "treats specific acupuncture points on the back using strong acupressure
either by hands or with a pressure device while the patient is holding the allergen in their palm, touching the sample with
the pads of their fingers." Patients wait 15-20 minutes after the treatment and are then again tested for muscle strength
while holding the allergen. If the treatment was successful, the patient's muscles should be stronger while holding the
allergen than when initially tested.
The patients are then instructed to avoid all contact with the recently treated allergen for 25 hours, and encouraged
to follow the NAET Guidebook to find suitable food to eat during this time. At the next visit, the allergy treated will be
tested again, and if the result is deemed satisfactory, the practitioner will begin treating another allergy.
Fifteen to twenty such visits are recommended to treat mild or moderate allergies. Certain foods, supplements, and
herbs are also recommended based upon need (specific supplements are determined by the patient holding a supplement with
one arm while the practitioner pulls on the other arm--muscle weakness indicates deficiency). In this way, NAET is purported to
treat and cure allergies. It is even marketed as preventative care for people who are not ill.
BioSET - Bioenergetic sensitivity and enzyme therapy - developed by Ellen Cutler, DC, is an offshoot of NAET and claims to
achieve more permanent results by adding digestive enzymes and detoxifying the body. Three areas are focused on to restore a
patient to health:
Like NAET, BioSET views the body holistically. It believes there to be an energy system in the body composed of meridians that
is intricately involved in the way the body maintains its overall health. Culter's book The Food Allergy Cure outlines many
similar beliefs and practices to NAET procedures and treatment.
While there are supposedly thousands of testimonials of being cured or helped by NAET, there are also some serious
considerations regarding the validity of several of its claims. So far there have been no randomized, double-blind studies
on the NAET technique. A lack of scientific justification to many of its approaches and the absence of supporting scientific
evidence of clinical effectiveness leave indelible doubts to the complete legitimacy of NAET testing and treatment.
Stephen Barrett, M.D, the leader of "Quackwatch," states that "NAET clashes with the concepts of anatomy, physiology, pathology,
physics, and allergy accepted by the scientific community." Surely seeking alternative and holistic approaches to the
diagnosis and treatment of allergies is a commendable endeavor, but some sensible skepticism to dubious claims is also
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Species: Pygocentrus nattereri
Habitat: Freshwater streams in the the Amazon river basin, supposedly skeletonising cows in minutes. Also: movie theatres this summer.
Next time you're in the Brazilian rainforest and see a stream or pond, don't go for a swim. Hundreds of voracious piranhas will swarm over you, shredding your flesh and reducing you to scattered, gnawed bones within minutes.
That is their reputation at any rate, and the new film about them – although it at least features fictional prehistoric piranhas rather than pretending to realism – will not do anything to change it.
There are many species of piranha, but the red-bellied piranha is the one that has attracted most attention. There is a tiny core of truth to the myths, but like all supposed monsters they are misunderstood – and hardly ever attack humans.
Not like Jaws
Piranhas are meat-eaters, but much of their food comes from invertebrates such as insects and molluscs. They also scavenge.
They deserve some of their fearsome reputation, though. They have blade-like teeth, which they use to tear chunks out of their prey. The teeth are replaced throughout the animal's lifetime, with one side of the mouth being updated at a time, perhaps so that they always have one side with a complete set.
They often take chunks out of other fish, and are attracted to noise and splashing. As a group, they use a range of attack strategies, including ambushes and stealth. Red-bellied piranhas are known to lurk among underwater plants and spring out on unsuspecting fish.
Pity those fish. A 1972 study unleashed single red-bellied piranhas on some unfortunate goldfish, and found that the piranhas habitually went for the tail and eyes, perhaps to cripple their prey.
Scared piranha
Massed attacks are rare, however. Red-bellied piranhas do form into shoals, but these seem to have little to do with coordinated hunting and a lot to do with self-defence.
Piranhas often fall victim to larger fish, birds, caimans and Amazon river dolphins. So, like many animals, they huddle together for protection.
Piranhas in a small shoal are more "nervous" in their behaviour, breathing much faster than those in a large shoal – just like scared humans hyperventilating. Large, sexually mature fish occupy the centre of the shoal, while small and immature fish stay at the edges, apparently because they are more inclined to dart out to feed.
If anyone is to blame for piranhas' bad reputation, it is Theodore Roosevelt. In his book Through the Brazilian Wilderness the 26th US president recounts a visit to Paraguay, and in a lengthy passage describes piranhas as "the embodiment of evil ferocity" and claims that they sometimes devour cows alive if the unfortunate beasts wander into the water.
Rainforest ecologist Michael Goulding's book The Fishes and the Forest is rather more realistic. Goulding notes that local people regularly swim in piranha-infested waters without being attacked.
The fish only become dangerous when the water level is low in the dry season, leading to high population densities and a shortage of prey. At these times the piranhas are desperate, and "any animal or human that enters these water bodies would probably be devoured on short notice", wrote Goulding.
In this regard piranhas are rather like wolves, which are afraid of humans and will only approach them, yet alone attack them, if other prey is hard to find.
There is one other circumstance in which piranhas will attack humans, and that is in defence of their offspring. Male piranhas dig nests in the river bed and then court a female by swimming in circles. If she's impressed she lays her eggs in the nest for him to fertilise.
A male defending his nest will bite any large animal that comes near. He has to be quick about it, because if he leaves the nest another predator may sneak in and eat his eggs. This explains why most humans attacked by piranhas are bitten only once.
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County Executive Roger B. Hayden, the darling of Baltimore County's property tax protesters during the 1990 election, isn't quite so appealing now, in the view of the group's founding father, David E. Boyd.
"He really isn't for us anymore," says a bitter Mr. Boyd. "We've been betrayed."
The newfound animus stems from a confrontation at a meeting in the executive's office Friday, which ended with Mr. Hayden having to call his police bodyguard before Mr. Boyd and three other protesters from Property Taxpayers United decided to leave.


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Mike Patterson returned to Eagles camp on Saturday, 10 days after collapsing and suffering a seizure during practice in Bethlehem, Pa.
Patterson, 27, didn't practice, but was in uniform doing strength and conditioning drills with trainer Rick Burkholder and several other teammates.
"I feel great," Patterson said.
The 300-pound defensive tackle collapsed on Aug. 3 and was taken from the field in an ambulance and hospitalized for three days.
Patterson, who has played in more games as an Eagle than anybody on the team, was diagnosed with a brain AVM, or arteriovenous malformation, a prenatal condition in which blood travels abnormally between the arteries and veins.
Coach Andy Reid said Patterson needs about a week of conditioning work to get back into shape. After that, there's a chance he could be cleared by doctors to return to football.


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The further adventures of Froggy Chocolates, as he's abducted by aliens, learns firsthand the difference between 'good' and 'bad', gets a valuable life lesson from Sammy Davis Jr. and gets to sing everybody's favorite Jimi Hendrix song. Sort of.
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"If Tennessee Williams doesn't know what to do with his life, why should I worry?" ~ Eddie Woods, Tennessee Williams in Bangkok Eddie Woods and I go back to October 1978. It was in Amsterdam at the Ins & Outs HQ and then the following evening at the One World Poetry event at Amsterdam's pop… Read more »
Missing Foundation and Mike Taibbi's "Cult of Rage"
In 1988, "ace" reporter Mike Taibbi (yes, the father of Matt Taibbi, whom we hold in great esteem) produced and aired a 3-part expose on the satanic cult masquerading as a rock band – Missing Foundation.
The Kentucky Derby Is Decadent and Depraved
Welcome to Derbytown I got off the plane around midnight and no one spoke as I crossed the dark runway to the terminal. The air was thick and hot, like wandering into a steam bath. Inside, people hugged each other and shook hands … big grins and a whoop here and there: "By God! You… Read more »
Happy Birthday Terry Southern
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John S. Hall at the Bowery Poetry Club
John S. Hall, of King Missile fame, reads a poem, "I Hate this Guy," that he apparently wrote on his way over to the club on his Blackberry. As soon as John Kruth is ready on sitar, he quits it and moves on to "How They F***ed," which was originally published in Sensitive Skin #7. Brilliant, hilarious and seriously NSFW.
Beer Mystic Burp #19: Beer in Times of Distillation
"glory wreathes, flutes" • Karen Garthe, "Buckle Up, Sweetie" bart plantenga I buy beer when other purchasing behavior fails. I drink beer to slow down the ridiculous spin of this earth & defuse those who speak kindly of this spin. With too much beer – which I have learned is just about enough – I can even… Read more »
Beer Mystic Burp #18: The Long Windy Road to a Closed Bar
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqEeL1QzGsc[/youtube] BEER MYSTIC: Read Beer Drink Novel: I thought by serving words in the name of beer & side effect mysticism would be repaid in not only the enchantment of words & the joy you can glean &/or scrape off that enchantment & how, arranged in horizontal rows, words continue to beguile, charm, lead us places…. Read more »
The Veldt
"George, I wish you'd look at the nursery." "What's wrong with it?" "I don't know." "Well, then." "I just want you to look at it, is all, or call a psychologist in to look at it." "What would a psychologist want with a nursery?" "You know very well what he'd want." His wife paused in… Read more »
The Nose
Part I On 25 March an unusually strange event occurred in St. Petersburg. For that morning Barber Ivan Yakovlevitch, a dweller on the Voznesensky Prospekt (his family name is lost now—it no longer figures on a signboard bearing a portrait of a gentleman with a soaped cheek, and the words: "Also, Blood Let Here")—for that… Read more »


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The Canon EOS 5D MKIII looks good on paper: 91MB/s h264 codec, less moire and antialiasing, better low-light performance. Here are some example videos from the web that showcase the new and upcoming DSLR video beast from Canon. (thanks to dslr4video)
Canon 5D3 Video Sample with EF Lenses
Canon 5D Mark III first sample short movie, Canon 5D MK III, 50mm f1.4
Canon EOS 5D Mark III 720P SHOTS (NO COLOR CORRECTION)


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'One Week Away' Mock Draft
We're only a week away from the real deal, so time to get those last minute mock drafts in. While this isn't the FINAL mock draft I (or any other DB staff writer) will be posting, it's another conversation piece to discuss some alternate ideas for your favorite team's selections.
1. Indianapolis Colts: Andrew Luck – QB – Stanford
The Colts go with Luck to rebuild their franchise.
2. Washington Redskins: Robert Griffin III – QB – Baylor
No surprises here.
3. Minnesota Vikings: Matt Kalil – LT – Southern Cal
The Vikings will do what they can to trade down, but Kalil is their guy.
4. Cleveland Browns: Trent Richardson – RB – Alabama
Offensive weapons are badly needed and you have to be able to run the ball in the AFCN.
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Morris Claiborne – CB – LSU
With so many questions surrounding Aquib Talib, they're desperate for talent in the secondary.
6. St. Louis Rams: Justin Blackmon – WR – Oklahoma State
Rams will also try to trade back but they can't pass up on an ultimate weapon for Bradford.
7. Jacksonville Jaguars: Michael Floyd – WR – Notre Dame
While pass rush is a huge need, the Jags always take the guy they like the most. Floyd is a much needed receiver for their young QB.
8. Miami Dolphins: Ryan Tannehill – QB – Texas A&M
I just don't see how Miami can come out of the first round of this draft without Tannehill.
9. Carolina Panthers: Fletcher Cox – DT – Mississippi State
Panthers need help stopping the run and Cox is a force in the middle.
10. Buffalo Bills: Riley Reiff – OT – Iowa
Would love to get a receiver here but Reiff is a solid plug-and-play tackle that can protect their investment in Fitzpatrick.
11. Kansas City Chiefs: Luke Kuechly – ILB – Boston College
KC needs someone in the middle that can cover and stop the run. Kuechly will perform at a high level for a long time.
12. Seattle Seahawks: Quinton Coples – DE – North Carolina
I don't buy that the Seahawks will trade up for Tannehill but stranger things have happened. Pass rush is a major need though.
13. Arizona Cardinals: Melvin Ingram – DE/OLB – South Carolina
Cards need some help along the offensive line but they need production out of their pass rush.
14. Dallas Cowboys: Mark Barron – S – Alabama
I have a feeling the Jets or another team will make a move to get Barron but the Cowboys won't pass him up if he's available.
15. Philadelphia Eagles: Courtney Upshaw – DE/OLB – Alabama
Eagles pass rush leaves a lot to be desired. They could also look at a DT here.
16. New York Jets: Whitney Mercilus – DE/OLB – Illinois
If they don't move up to get Barron, Mercilus provides a solid outside rush but can also anchor against the run. They could also look WR here.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Dre Kirkpatrick – CB – Alabama
CB is probably the biggest need for the Bengals and they're more than happy to snag Kirkpatrick here.
18. San Diego Chargers: David DeCastro – OG – Stanford
Pass rush has been poor but they also need some help along the offensive line.
19. Chicago Bears: Cordy Glenn – OG – Georgia
The only way the Bears can win is if Cutler stays upright and Forte can find some holes. Glenn will help with both.
20. Tennessee Titans: Stephon Gilmore – CB – South Carolina
Much needed replacement for Finnegan, especially when someone has to cover Andre Johnson twice a year.
21. Cincinnati Bengals: Peter Konz – C/OG – Wisconsin
Konz can immediately play OG for the Bengals and might be a long term solution at center.
22. Cleveland Browns: Kendall Wright – WR – Baylor
More offensive weapons. It's make or break time for Colt McCoy.
23. Detroit Lions: Janoris Jenkins – CB – North Alabama
Possible character concerns but that hasn't scared the Lions off before. Their secondary needs an upgrade.
24. Pittsburgh Steelers: Dontari Poe – DT – Memphis
Versatile, agile and big. Will be able to play several spots for the Steelers and might be the long term replacement for Hampton.
25. Denver Broncos: Jerel Worthy – DT – Michigan State
The Broncos have to get better against the run and that starts in the middle.
26. Houston Texans: Rueben Randle – WR – LSU
Randle is the perfect compliment to Andre Johnson. Better grab Matt Schaub in your fantasy league.
27. New England Patriots: Nick Perry – DE/OLB – USC
Losing Anderson hurts their pass rush but Perry will be a solid replacement.
28. Green Bay Packers: Shea McClellin – DE/OLB – Boise State
Lunch pail type player that is the perfect match for Clay Matthews and the Packers defense.
29. Baltimore Ravens: Dont'a Hightower – ILB – Alabama
I'm not even sure the Ravens will take Konz if he's available here. Newsome will probably trade back but Hightower is hard to pass up.
30. San Francisco 49ers: Kevin Zeitler – OG – Wisconsin
Another mauler added to the Niners front line that will help Alex Smith even more.
31. New England Patriots: Doug Martin – RB – Boise State
Patriots have done well with relative 'no-names' at RB, but Martin is versatile and a nice fit in the Patriots offense.
32. New York Giants: Coby Fleener – TE – Stanford
Adding Keith Rivers helps the linebacker corp but Fleener would be a nice weapon for Manning. Don't be surprised to see another defensive lineman here, either.


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Virginia Cavaliers 2011 season preview
Don't forget to catch Tim Brant's College Football Preview this Friday night at 9 on ABC7.
2011 College Football Preview Schedule:
Maryland: Aug. 30
Virginia Tech: Aug. 31
Virginia: Sept. 1
FCS schools: Sept. 2
Head coach: Mike London, 2nd year at Virginia
2010 record: 4-8 overall, 1-7 in the ACC, 6th in the ACC Coastal
2010 bowl game: Did not qualify
2011 returning starters: 8 offensive, 10 defensive
2011 ACC media poll prediction: 5th in the ACC Coastal
(AP, WJLA) The departure of senior quarterback Mark Verica and his 2,800 passing yards left a big void at quarterback for the struggling Virginia Cavaliers, who haven't made a bowl appearance since 2007.
However, after a heated competition throughout the spring and fall, a sophomore who threw just 25 passes in 2010 seems ready to take on the challenge.
Virginia coach Mike London says sophomore Michael Rocco will start at quarterback when the Cavaliers open their season at home against William & Mary on Saturday night.
London says Rocco has taken most of the snaps with the first team in recent weeks. He says freshman David Watford, who enrolled last January, also will see playing time as the team looks to find playmakers.
Watford and sophomore Ross Metheny are listed as co-backups on the latest Cavaliers depth chart.
Rocco and Watford emerged as the frontrunners in a four-way battle for the job that started last spring and carried over into the preseason.
Rocco saw limited action in six games last season in a backup role behind Marc Verica. He completed 13 of 25 passes for 143 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions.
One place the Cavaliers will need to find some offensive pop is through their ground game. Virginia boasts only one 1,000-yard rusher in the past decade – Alvin Pearman rushed for 1,037 in 2004 – and Perry Jones, a spry junior who rushed for 680 yards while splitting carries in 2010, will be looked at as the featured back this season.
An improved, experienced offensive line will also help matters. Last year's line assisted in the Cavaliers rushing for an average of 139 yards per game, their highest average since 2007, when the Wahoos went 9-4.
Verica's targets are fairly young across the board, as senior receivers Kris Burd and Matt Snyder are joined by speedy freshmen Dominique Terrell and Darius Jennings.
Defensive coordinator Jim Reid will lead the Cavaliers' defense into the second year of a 4-3 scheme and must improve from last year, when the unit allowed nearly 400 yards of offense per game to their opponents and surrendered more than 30 points in six games.
That improvement starts with a more experienced secondary, led by senior safety Corey Mosely (52 tackles) and 2010 All-ACC cornerback Chase Minnifield (six interceptions).
Up front, the experienced defensive line is anchored by end Cam Johnson, who registered six sacks last season. Three of the four starters on the Cavaliers' defensive front are seniors, and an improvement on their 5.1 yards per carry allowed statistic from 2010 will be necessary.
One thing to keep an eye on for Virginia is the rate at which injuries rack up. The Wahoos saw their starters miss a combined 34 games between them last season.
After the jump, check out Virginia's 2011 schedule and its projected starters.
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Recent Mainland films offer rare insights into Chinese city life
"Chinese Film Panorama 2003" presents 11 recent Mainland films, including three by acclaimed directors Huo Jianqi, Feng Xiaogang and Zhang Yuan, which offer rare insights into Chinese city life.
The series takes place from October 20 to 31. There will be a total of 31 screenings at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, the Lecture Hall of the Hong Kong Science Museum and the Cinema of the Hong Kong Film Archive.
The programme also includes a seminar, "Interaction between Mainland and Hong Kong Cinema", at 7pm on October 21 at the Film Archive Cinema. The seminar will be conducted in Putonghua. Admission is free.
"Chinese Film Panorama 2003" is jointly presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, Sil-Metropole Organisation Ltd and Southern Film Co. Ltd.
The series will open with Huo Jianqi's latest film "Life Show"(2002), starring Tao Hong and Pan Yueming, which comes on the heels of the director's hugely successful "Postmen in the Mountains".
"Life Show" is the tale of a businesswoman who is busy juggling difficult family relationships, friendships and a love affair. It won the Best Director, Best Actress and Best Cinematography awards at the Shanghai International Film Festival 2002. It was also shown at the Montreal World Film Festival 2002 and the Sundance Festival 2003.
Can the twirl and whirl in a cup of tea predict marriage prospects? Zhang Yuan's new release, "Green Tea" (2002), is a mysterious and refreshing love story set in the city. It features top stars Jiang Wen and Zhao Wei and the camera work of Christopher Doyle.
Feng Xiaogang's "A Sigh"(2000) is a realistic portrayal of contemporary romance and marriage, focusing on a love triangle involving the movie's hero, his caring wife and his passionate lover. The film won several awards including the Golden Pyramid, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Screenplay and Special Mention honours at the Cairo International Film Festival 2002.
Actor Liu Ye, familiar as the violinist in the film "The Little Chinese Seamstress", plays a young deaf man who falls in love with a pretty mute in the romantic "Sky Lovers" (2003). Adapted from "Life without language", the Dong Xi novelette which won the First Lu Xun Literature Award, "Sky Lovers" is a love story without fire and a drama without conflict, but it is beautifully shot. It won the Best Artistic Contribution Award at the 15th Tokyo International Film Festival.
The Chinese-Austrian co-production "On the Other Side of the Bridge"(2002) is based on the true story of the 60-year romance between an Austrian woman and a Chinese man. It participated at the Berlin Film Festival 2003, the Montreal World Film Festival 2002 and the Hawaii International Film Festival 2002.
"The Story of Lotus"(2002) tells the bittersweet tale of a pretty Chinese widow in the Wuyi mountains. Lotus must face not only the sadness of losing her husband, but also her father-in-law's lack of understanding and a family property dispute. Can she find true love again? The film was shown at this year's Montreal World Film Festival.
"Fighting the Torrent"(2002) is a gripping tale of a war without gunshots or explosions. The combatants are the army and the people, who work hand in hand to battle the floods. The film won the Best Feature Film, Best Director, Best New Actor, Best Movie Technique and Best Film Song honours at this year's China Film Hua Biao Awards.
An action film revolving around commercial crime in contemporary China, "A Fatal Attack"(2001) depicts an uphill battle against dark forces and the grim war between good and evil.
"CEO"(2002) tells how the electronics company Haier pulled back from the brink of bankruptcy to become an international success, thanks to a combination of scientific management and Eastern philosophy.
"Pretty Big Feet"(2002) sketches the different lives of a rural woman teacher and a city lady and their influence on each other. It was cited for Best Feature Film, Best Director, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress at the China Golden Rooster Awards 2002.
Hailed as "One of the Best Films' by the Shanghai film critics, "Heavenly Grassland"(2002) follows the traditional and nomadic lives of a Mongolian man and a Han Chinese boy, revealing the unique culture of Mongolia.
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Washington, DC (PRWEB) May 29, 2014
In today's corporate world, the interior architectural design professionals at OTJ Architects continue to see the workplace culture shift from cubicles and individual workstations to open office spaces with environments to promote collaboration, concentration and community. However, choosing if an open office is right for a particular company can be a tricky decision – one that depends most on how staff functions best supporting the organization's overall mission.
"Organizations that invest in creating work environments that accommodate all types of employees and working styles are seeing successful results in recruiting the best and the brightest minds, while also retaining existing employees," said Lance Jaccard, Partner at OTJ Architects.
An open office environment allows employees to brainstorm and collaborate – which helps increase morale and greatly improve productivity. The following additional benefits are provided with an open office design:
Not all organizations require a high level of collaboration. A law firm, for instance, may require a more quiet, head-down type of work atmosphere and private offices. Companies today will see greater enjoyment in their workplace design when they are able to determine which way their employees work – and interact – best. OTJ is able to provide guidance, industry best practices, benchmarking data and varying options so that clients can make an informed decision that will affect their organizations for years to come.
OTJ designs utilizing various levels of open and closed spaces include the office for Searle Freedom Trust that utilized both private and collaborative workspaces, a closed office environment for The Weinberg Group with glass throughout the space to provide ample natural light to enter the floor plate, and multiple meeting spaces of varying sizes, openness and seating types to allow for greater employee collaboration at the National Parks Conservation Association.
"We work with our clients to determine what the best fit is for their organization," said Tony Martin, Partner at OTJ Architects. "We have had great success with both office styles, including many workplaces with a healthy balance of collaboration and privacy that help our clients better achieve their organizational goals and objectives."
Contact OTJ Architects to discuss your architectural needs today.
About OTJ Architects
OTJ Architects is a well-respected national interior architecture design firm that has successfully completed thousands of projects throughout the country. Founded in 1990, OTJ is comprised of five studios headquartered in Washington, DC, with more than 60 architects and designers, many of whom are LEED Accredited Professionals. OTJ is registered in 37 states and is able to consult in all 50 states. The responsive interior architecture consultants create effective environments through listening, understanding and tailored design. These designs focus on helping clients enhance collaboration, company branding and employee recruitment and retention. OTJ's design teams provide clients with personalized attention to create workplace solutions that reflect their unique, individual needs. For more information, visit otj.com.


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Dental fillings are one of the few things that most dental insurance companies will not pay for.
This is because if the individual had been diligent with his or her oral upkeep, the filling would not be necessary. This lack of diligence is not the reason for all dental fillings though, and even those who are diligent with their dental hygiene may find that they need to occasional dental filling.
Those fillings are necessary to the health of the mouth, tooth and individual, making it essential to have the filling done. The dental filling cost is not extraordinarily high, although it can differ per person and situation.
There are a few things that can affect the price of the filling. These factors include the material used for the filling, how many surfaces need filling, and if the use of anesthesia was required or not. The doctor himself and the location of the office can also greatly influence the dental filling cost.
There are two different filling materials that are used to fill cavities or damage to a tooth. The first one is amalgam filling material. This material is darker in color, but very long lasting. It is not uncommon for amalgam fillings to last 12 years. This material is cheaper to make and easier to use, resulting in a lower cost. Resin-based composite fillings tend to be more aesthetically pleasing and that results in a higher cost. They are also more difficult to make and often require additional equipment in the office. The resin composite material typically only lasts 7 years or so, making it a less economical choice.
The dental filling costs are not based on per tooth. This is because each tooth can require a multiple of services to be filled and smoothed out. There is the potential for needing upwards of 5 fillings per tooth, and this is why the dental filling price is based on the number of fillings or surfaces being corrected. This give a more accurate account as to how much of the material is being used and how much work is expected for the dentist to do. This also helps to ensure that the tooth is properly protected from additional damage caused by the decay or facture of the tooth.
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(Washington, D.C., September 18, 2013) The Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge has announced the availability of the Draft Environmental Assessment (DEA) for the Nihoku Ecosystem Restoration Project (NERP) on Kaua'i. The refuge proposes to create a seven-acre protected area for native plant and animal communities and to enhance existing seabird colonies by using the latest technology in predator-proof fencing, in collaboration with American Bird Conservancy, the Kaua'i Endangered Seabird Recovery Project, Pacific Rim Conservation, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and several other partners.
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge prepared the DEA in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act for the NERP, evaluating the environmental effects of the restoration project and a no-action alternative. Under the proposed action, construction of a predator-proof fence would keep introduced mammalian predators (such as cats, dogs, mongooses, rats, and mice) out of the area so that native species such as the endangered Nēnē (Hawaiian Goose), the Mōlī (Laysan Albatross), and rare plants can flourish again in a protected environment. In addition, the absence of introduced predators would make this restored site an appropriate future translocation site for the threatened 'A'o (Newell's Shearwater) and for the reintroduction of rare native plants.
While this project would create the first predator-proof fence on Kaua'i, this type of fencing has been used with great success in New Zealand and on the island of O'ahu at Kaʻena Point, where predator exclusion resulted in record numbers of seabird chicks fledging in the year immediately following the project's completion and natural recolonization by a seabird species not previously breeding on O'ahu in its third year. It is hoped that similar outcomes will be achieved on Kaua'i. This project comes at a particularly important time for Kaua'i's seabirds, which are now potentially being preyed on by mongooses, a new introduced predator in Kaua'i's ecosystem.
"Soliciting public input on the plans for the proposed fence is an important step in the development of this conservation effort. With Newell's Shearwaters threatened by non-native predators in their montane nesting areas, creation of a colony protected from predators will be a major step forward in recovering the species," said George Wallace, Vice President of American Bird Conservancy.
The refuge was established in 1985 to preserve and enhance seabird nesting colonies and in 1988 was expanded to include Crater Hill (Nihoku) and Mōkōlea Point. To learn more about the refuge, please visit www.fws.gov/kilaueapoint.
The proposed fence would stretch for about .45 miles and would be approximately 6.5 feet tall. The total enclosed area would be nearly 7.8 acres. The fence would be painted green to blend in with the environment and is designed to keep predators as small as a two-day old mouse from entering. The fence would take two to three months to build.
The DEA concludes that the NERP will have primarily positive impacts on the biological resources of the refuge, and no significant impacts are anticipated. The full DEA is now available for public review and comment. It may be found at http://www.fws.gov/kilaueapoint/. Printed copies may be requested by contacting the refuge at (808) 828-1413 or by email at email@example.com.
The deadline for public comment is October 31, 2013. Please submit comments by mail to the Kaua'i National Wildlife Refuge Complex, P.O. Box 1128, Kīlauea, HI 96754, Attention: Nihoku Ecosystem Restoration Project or by email to email@example.com with "Nihoku Ecosystem Restoration Project DEA" in the subject line.
American Bird Conservancy (ABC) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit membership organization whose mission is to conserve native birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. ABC acts by safeguarding the rarest species, conserving and restoring habitats, and reducing threats, while building capacity in the bird conservation movement.


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