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UFC on Fox 7 will take place this Saturday night, and like most UFC fight cards over the last few years, there will be some fights on the card that were not originally booked and one that has disappeared altogether.
Training camp injuries were behind the change of opponents for Chad Mendes and Hugo Viana as well as the late cancellation of the Jon Tuck versus Norman Parke bout.
Stranger circumstances were behind the change of opponents for Matt Brown.
Brown will face Jordan Mein on the Fox portion of the card after his original opponent, Dan Hardy, was removed from the card by the UFC.
According to MMAJunkie.com, Hardy's electrocardiography (EKG) exam revealed that the UFC veteran had markers for Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, a rare heart condition that in very rare cases can cause sudden cardiac arrest and sometimes death.
UFC president Dana White spoke to the media on Thursday about Hardy's status and revealed that Hardy's future with the promotion remains uncertain. "Lorenzo (Fertitta, UFC CEO) and I called Dan Hardy a couple weeks ago and got him set up with the best cardiologist in the country and he didn't want to go," White said. "He's in serious denial right now or just afraid to hear from somebody that that's the truth or that's what's going on."
After Hardy turned down the UFC's offer, White called the fighter, who told him, according to White, "I'm going through a lot of stuff personally right now, I'm getting married. I have a lot of family coming into town and just dealing with this whole thing at the same time is driving me crazy. I just want to put this on the back burner until I get my family stuff taken care of."
White said this is the first time during his tenure with the UFC that they have ever dealt with the issue that Hardy is facing, adding in closing, "hopefully he's been misdiagnosed."
Hardy is 25-10-0-1 in his professional career and was riding a two-fight winning streak before he was removed from the Fox card.
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Google Instant coming to mobile phones
Google has revealed, during its San Franciscan press conference, that its new, super-speedy search functionality will also be coming to mobile devices "later this fall".
The handset version was briefly demoed, and we suspect, at Pocket-lint, that there's some way to go before it will be complete. But, from what we saw, it certainly moved quickly, if not as quick as its computer browser peer.
Few other details are known as present, but we can bet that the first roll out of mobile Google Instant will arrive for Android devices. Any takers?


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SUMMARY: Webinars are a dime a dozen, so marketers need to rely on other tactics to get registrants who might actually convert into a client. Anecdotal evidence shows that a way to improve response rates is to use personalized landing pages with prefilled forms.
A lead generation software firm tested PURLs along with a seven-part email series that nurtured prospects in the days before the webinar. The effort worked: They brought in 64% more leads than their goal and ended up with 2000% ROI.


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"Bad Turn Worse": Texas teen noir infused with "Blood Simple"
A delightful cast and numerous twists keep this Coen-and-Tarantino-flavored debut thriller humming alongTuesday, Nov 11, 2014 8:25 PM UTC 0
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A delightful cast and numerous twists keep this Coen-and-Tarantino-flavored debut thriller humming alongTuesday, Nov 11, 2014 8:25 PM UTC 0
Aniston, John Hawkes and Yasiin Bey enliven this adaptation of Elmore Leonard's '70s crime farceTuesday, Aug 26, 2014 10:59 PM UTC 0
This whimsical space adventure will leave you hooked on a feeling -- and longing to stomp Bradley Cooper's raccoonWednesday, Jul 30, 2014 10:59 PM UTC 0
The mogul showed courage in breaking Hollywood's code of silence -- but what do we know about movie violence?Saturday, Feb 1, 2014 7:30 PM UTC 0
Three misfit January thrillers tackle semi-weighty issues of violence, victimization, sexuality and genderThursday, Jan 9, 2014 6:41 PM UTC 0
"Kill Bill" and others present strong female role models -- whose strength is predicated upon being a victimFriday, Oct 11, 2013 11:00 PM UTC 0
"Speedrun: Pulp Fiction" races you through the movie's best moments -- with animated stick figures! VIDEOThursday, Sep 26, 2013 12:20 PM UTC 0
The character's origins can be traced back to Tony Scott's 1993 neo-noir "True Romance" VIDEOFriday, Jun 21, 2013 12:04 PM UTC 0
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Daniel Day-Lewis makes history, Ben Affleck's a class act. But who was the pretend Matthew Broderick guy hosting?Monday, Feb 25, 2013 9:55 AM UTC 0
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In this photo released by the official website of the office of the Iranian Presidency, Iranian President Hasan Rouhani speaks during an interview with state television at the presidency in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013. Iran's president said Tuesday that the Islamic Republic can strike a "win-win" deal with world powers over its nuclear program, but that time is limited to reach an agreement. (AP Photo/Presidency Office, Rouzbeh Jadidoleslam)
TEHRAN: Prominent Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh told AFP on Wednesday she was in "good" condition after three years in prison, and that she would continue defending human rights.
"Psychologically, my condition is very good but my experience -- with all the psychological pressure, the tense security atmosphere (at the prison), and not having access to phone calls among other things -- was very tough," an energetic Sotoudeh told AFP by phone from her home.
She added that her physical condition was also "good", despite going on hunger strike nearly 11 months ago in protest against the conditions of her imprisonment.
Her release came a week before Iran's new moderate President Hassan Rowhani, who has promised more freedoms at home and constructive engagement with the world, travels to New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly.
Sotoudeh, imprisoned since 2010 for her human rights work, had been temporarily released in January in the face of calls from the United Nations, the European Union and main international human rights groups for her release.
On Wednesday, she sounded certain that this time her release was permanent.
"The officer who drove me home said I was permanently released, I don't have to return to prison," she said.
When asked if she would continue defending human rights, she said: "Definitely. I have permission to work and I will continue."
The mother of two young children had been serving an 11-year prison sentence for defending political prisoners and aiding Nobel peace prize winner Shirin Ebadi.
Sotoudeh staged a hunger strike for 49 days in late 2012 to protest against her conditions in Tehran's Evin prison, limits placed on family visits and official harassment of her relatives.
Her husband and then 12-year-old daughter were slapped with a travel ban, among other punishments.
Last year, Sotoudeh won the European parliament's prestigious Sakharov prize for her human rights work.
Iranian media reported that in addition to Sotoudeh, 13 other political prisoners rounded up for involvement in 2009 anti-government protests had been released.
Among them were ex-deputy foreign minister Mohsen Aminzadeh, reformist politician Feyzollah Arabsorkhi and reformist journalist Mahsa Amirabadi.
AFP could not confirm those reports.
They had been rounded up for alleged involvement in protests sparked by the disputed re-election of president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
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UNC discoveries advance Parkinson's, cancer research
UNC School of Medicine researchers hope that new discoveries about a protein similar to one involved in the cause of Parkinson's disease will lead to a better understanding of the neurodegenerative disease, as well as of cancer.
The researchers discovered that a protein called PARC/CUL9 is used by nervous system cells — which are called neurons — to block a trigger of the pathway that leads to cell death. Long-term survival of neurons keeps the brain functioning properly as people age.
In addition, the researchers also found that brain cancer cells use that same protein to prevent cell death, contributing to the spread of the disease.
The findings were published in the journal "Science Signaling." According to a news release from the UNC School of Medicine, the results identified a previously unknown mechanism of survival for neurons and brain cancer cells.
Furthermore, Mohanish Deshmukh, a professor of cell biology and physiology and senior author of the paper, said in a statement that the protein PARC is very similar to Parkin, a protein mutated in people with Parkinson's disease.
Deshmukh said they think the two proteins work together to protect neurons. If that is true, then they can investigate how the proteins work together in order to create better treatments for Parkinson's. A neurodegenerative disease, Parkinson's is characterized by muscle tremors and movement difficulties.
Vivian Gama, a postdoctoral fellow in Deshmukh's lab, led the experiments in cell cultures and animal models, according to the release. She used external stimuli to promote the damage of mitochondria — the energy sources for cells.
In most cell types, when mitochondria are damaged, they release a protein called cytochrome c, which triggers series of steps that end in cell death. But with neurons, she found that PARC blocked that process.
The work could lead to another way to study Parkinson's disease. Other researchers have created mouse models that lack the Parkin gene, but Gama said that those models don't have many of the disease symptoms that humans have.
They also plan to investigate the protein as a target for cancer treatment.
The work was funded by the National Institutes of Health, the American Heart Association, the American Brain Tumor Association, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.


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Tontitown City Hall, Fire Department Working Through Differences
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Representatives of the city of Tontitown and the Tontitown Area Volunteer Fire Department are looking for a way to establish detente in the cold war between the organizations.
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Incorporated Communities
The State of Arkansas recognizes its incorporated communities in three separate categories: cities of the first class, cities of the second class and towns. These categories are mostly determined by the population of the communities and the size of the city or town government. According to the Arkansas Municipal League, there are 500 incorporated cities and towns in Arkansas as of December 2013. These consist of 119 first-class cities, 199 second-class cities, and 182 towns.
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7th October 2010
'Pink Protest' to be held at University of Cape Town
10:09 AM — Student activists at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, are planning to stage an anti-homophobia protest today after a symbolic 'pink closet' sculpture intended to highlight the effects of homophobia was burnt down.
6th October 2010
London HIV charity Naz Project faces closure 26
6:35 PM — A London HIV charity for black and ethnic minority people is facing closure unless it can raise £75,000 by the end of this month. The Naz Project, set up 20 years ago, says it is now at a "make or break" point and has been hit hard by the recession.
Robbie Williams says he wants a 'gay baby' 13
5:17 PM — Robbie Williams has announced that he wants a gay baby. The former Take That star, who recently married Ayda Field, was speaking to an Australian radio station about his desire for children.
Texas vigil for 13-year-old homophobic bullying victim 2
4:55 PM — A vigil was held in Texas, US, yesterday for 13-year-old Asher Brown, who killed himself last week after suffering anti-gay bullying. The student shot himself just hours after telling his step-father he was gay on September 23rd.
Saudi prince 'was not in gay relationship with servant'
4:24 PM — The Saudi prince accused of killing his servant in a London hotel was not in a gay relationship with him, his lawyer said. Saud Abdulaziz bin Nasser al Saud, 34, was accused of murdering Bandar Abdulaziz, 32, in a "sexually-motivated" attack last February.
Video message to gay teens: 'It gets better' 9
3:26 PM — After reports of a spate of suicides among gay US teenagers, a gay journalist has launched a YouTube channel to encourage troubled gay young people not to harm themselves.
Student accused over gay suicide is 'innocent'
1:37 PM — One of the Rutgers students accused of broadcasting images of gay teenager Tyler Clementi having sex is innocent, her lawyers say. Molly Wei, 18, was arrested last week alongside Dharun Ravi, also 18.
Senator asked to apologise for saying gay people and unmarried mothers shouldn't teach 52
12:57 PM — A US Senator has been asked to apologise for saying gay people and unmarried pregnant women should be barred from teaching. Jim DeMint made the remarks in 2004 during a televised debate and reiterated them last week.
Glee 'to highlight gay suicides' 5
11:10 AM — Gay-friendly US comedy Glee will reportedly dedicate an episode to the issue of LGBT suicides. After the reported deaths of five US teenagers who were gay or thought to be gay, the show's makers want to highlight how homophobic bullying can change lives.
5th October 2010
Pre-launch will celebrate LGBT sporting history
4:49 PM — A pre-launch event will be held at Twickenham rugby stadium next month for LGBT History Month. The yearly celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans culture will focus on sport in February 2011 and 2012 to coincide with Britain hosting the 2012 Olympic Games.
Gay Saudi prince 'strangled servant in sexual killing'
4:24 PM — A gay Saudi prince has been accused of killing his servant in a London hotel room. Saud Abdulaziz bin Nasser al Saud, 34, was accused of murdering Bandar Abdulaziz, 32, in a "sexually-motivated" attack last February.
Lance Bass admits he used to bully gay kids 13
1:38 PM — Pop star Lance Bass has admitted that he used to join in with teasing gay kids at school to hide his own sexuality. The former N SYNC singer, 31, has been speaking out against homophobic bullying after a spate of suicides in young gay men.
Gay skydiving instructor sues after being sacked for 'groping woman' 10
1:34 PM — A gay skydiving instructor is suing his company after he was sacked for allegedly groping a young female student. Donald Zarda, 40, says there is "no way" the alleged incident could have happened because he is "100 per cent gay".
'Homophobic' attack at New York's Stonewall Inn
1:29 PM — Two men were arrested on Sunday evening after a man was beaten in a "homophobic" attack in the Stonewall Inn in New York. The pub is a symbol of the birth of the gay rights movement after patrons staged protests in 1969 against police raids.
Hong Kong trans woman barred from marrying boyfriend 4
11:00 AM — A trans woman in Hong Kong has been barred from marrying her boyfriend. The woman, known only as 'W', was born male and transitioned several years ago. However, she is barred under city law from changing her birth certificate to female, meaning she has been unable to marry.
Daniel Radcliffe 'heartbroken' by gay teen suicides 8
10:57 AM — Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe has said he is "heartbroken" after hearing about a spate of suicides among young gay American men. The straight star has become known as a gay rights advocate, having recently appeared in a television ad to combat homophobia.
Australian lesbian couple expecting quintuplets 3
10:55 AM — A lesbian couple in Australia have revealed that they are expecting quintuplets - against odds of one in 60 million. Melissa Keevers, 27, and Rosemary Nolan, 21, already have a one-year-old daughter, Lilly, through donor insemination.
4th October 2010
US research says 8% of men and 7% of women are gay or bisexual 41
6:02 PM — American research suggests that eight per cent of men and seven per cent of women describe themselves as gay, lesbian or bisexual. Last month, a British study of 450,000 adults claimed that just 1.5 per cent were lesbian, gay or bisexual.
Megachurch pastor accused of seducing young men says faith has been strengthened
5:25 PM — Eddie Long, the American megachurch pastor accused of seducing young men, says his faith has been strengthened. In his second Sunday sermon since the allegations broke, the Atlanta pastor made no explicit reference to the four lawsuits against him.
Hundreds attend vigil for US gay student who jumped from bridge 5
4:37 PM — Hundreds of people joined a vigil last night for 19-year-old student Tyler Clementi, who killed himself after his sexual encounter with a man was streamed online without his knowledge.


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Please enjoy this simple to follow video to you make the most of your Christmas Tree.
The three easiest, cheapest and most effective base components to decorating a Christmas tree are your lights, basic baubles and ribbon. In the past ribbons have been primarily used as bows of any size on the tree, but here are 3 other gorgeous ways to use ribbon. We have used 63mm ribbon on these examples.
Many guides to decorating suggest adding garlands as the last set in the decorating process. I like to use them at the beginning as they help give my tree shape. Using ribbon as a garland simply involves loosely wrapping the ribbon around your tree in the same way as you would hang a garland. In the example below I have used ribbon and a beaded garland together, but it would also be effective using the ribbon alone. In this case we have used one roll of 10m ribbon, and if we didn't have the beaded garland we would have used a second roll.
I have also including a photo of the completed tree. As a change to standard gold we have used copper and teale. This tree took about 15 minutes to decorate as I have used bauble picks (we can create these in any colours for clients) so once the ribbon was in place the picks were gently placed around the tree.
Another fun option is to drape the ribbon down the tree. If you were using ribbon alone, you would need 5 or 6 lines of ribbon depending on the diameter of your tree. In this example we have used 3 lines of ribbon and 3 lines of glitter ball garlands we created.
The ribbon on this tree is so much fun and warrants a simple theme of red and white. We have used many of our glitter balls and some special candy canes we created.
While this is an example of a fun tree, you could very easily use a gorgeous regal gold ribbon and incorporate this look into your more formal or traditional tree.
To determine how much ribbon you need measure the length on your tree, multiply this by 1.5 (to give you room to wind the ribbon back and forward, and then multiple this by the number of lines you will use. If you look after your ribbon and gently roll it up after use it should last a number of years.
In this example we have used our hand-made glitter boxes and simply wrapped these with big ribbon bows. We then place these on the branches of our tree to add a bit of ribbon colour.
In this example we used 38mm pre-wired ribbon. The pre-wired is useful as you can sit your bows up with a lot more volume.
I hope these examples give you some creative assistance in designing your Christmas tree. All the examples above have quite inexpensive components, so it wouldn't be difficult or expensive to change the theme of your tree regularly. Alternatively, use the ideas as a basis for your tree and add then add the rest of your ornament collection.


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Signed Ticket From Lou Gehrig's July 4, 1939 'Luckiest Man' Retirement Speech Brings $95,600 At AuctionOnly signed ticked from the "saddest day in Yankees history," brings $95,600 in Heritage Auctions July 31, 2014 Platinum Night Sports Auction, at the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, OH
"It was on July 4, 1939, that Gehrig, one of the most beloved and talented baseball players in history, retired from baseball, due to complications from ALS, with the immortal words '...today I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the Earth'" said Chris Ivy, Director of Sports Auctions at Heritage. "Of the more than 60,000 tickets sold for that game, only two have survived that we know of and only one signed by Gehrig himself. It's safe to say that this is the most significant baseball ticket in the world."
It was purchased by a collector who did not wish to be identified.
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Throughout his Hall of Fame career, death, taxes and Lou Gehrig proved to be the three certainties of life through 14 seasons of American League baseball. He would be part of six World Championships, make six All-Star appearances (not including an honorary seventh in 1939), win two MVP Awards and win baseball's Triple Crown in 1934.


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Over the past several years, there have been a number of mainstream media reports that the abuse of heroin has migrated from low-income urban areas with large minority populations to more affluent suburban and rural areas with primarily white populations.
To examine the veracity of these anecdotal reports and define the relationship between the abuse of prescription opioids and the abuse of heroin.
Design, Setting, and Participants
Using a mixed-methods approach, we analyzed (1) data from an ongoing study that uses structured, self-administered surveys to gather retrospective data on past drug use patterns among patients entering substance abuse treatment programs across the country who received a primary (DSM-IV) diagnosis of heroin use/dependence (n = 2797) and (2) data from unstructured qualitative interviews with a subset of patients (n = 54) who completed the structured interview.
Main Outcomes and Measures
In addition to data on population demographics and current residential location, we used cross-tabulations to assess prevalence rates as a function of the decade of the initiation of abuse for (1) first opioid used (prescription opioid or heroin), (2) sex, (3) race/ethnicity, and (4) age at first use. Respondents indicated in an open-ended format why they chose heroin as their primary drug and the interrelationship between their use of heroin and their use of prescription opioids.
Approximately 85% of treatment-seeking patients approached to complete the Survey of Key Informants' Patients Program did so. Respondents who began using heroin in the 1960s were predominantly young men (82.8%; mean age, 16.5 years) whose first opioid of abuse was heroin (80%). However, more recent users were older (mean age, 22.9 years) men and women living in less urban areas (75.2%) who were introduced to opioids through prescription drugs (75.0%). Whites and nonwhites were equally represented in those initiating use prior to the 1980s, but nearly 90% of respondents who began use in the last decade were white. Although the "high" produced by heroin was described as a significant factor in its selection, it was often used because it was more readily accessible and much less expensive than prescription opioids.
Conclusion and Relevance
Our data show that the demographic composition of heroin users entering treatment has shifted over the last 50 years such that heroin use has changed from an inner-city, minority-centered problem to one that has a more widespread geographical distribution, involving primarily white men and women in their late 20s living outside of large urban areas.
Data are plotted as a function of the decade in which respondents initiated their opioid abuse.
Data are plotted as a function of decade in which respondents initiated their opioid abuse.
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Suppressing Tall Whitetop: Its Hard Work, But PossibleBy Kathryn Barry Stelljes
May 19, 2000
Rangeland overtaken by the weed known as tall whitetop, or perennial pepperweed, can be restored to grassland, as Agricultural Research Service scientists in Reno, Nev., have shown for the first time.
The weed has become a nemesis of ranchers and land managers across the West and in New England. The plant can grow eight feet tall in wet areas along streams, rivers, ditches, irrigation canals and salty marshes.
Researchers in the ARS Exotic and Invasive Weeds Research Unit have explored a variety of pesticides--as well as grazing and seeding strategies--to subdue the weed and have found an approach that works.
First, spray the area with 2,4-D. Unlike many other pesticides the scientists tested, 2,4-D doesnt leave a residue in the soil that would prohibit using the land for growing crops like alfalfa.
Second, plant either tall wheatgrass or robust needlegrass, a competitive species under evaluation by ARS researchers in Logan, Utah. Both of these perennial grasses can outcompete tall whitetop if managed properly. The needlegrass may be desirable because it is also a native plant. And unlike a related plant known as sleepygrass, robust needlegrass does not contain toxins harmful to animals.
A second year of limited 2,4-D application is necessary to help get grasses established. Land managers may have to graze the area to minimize stubble accumulation during the winter. Thats because large amounts of stubble give voles and rabbits lots of places to hide from the hawks that normally prey on them. Large rodent populations will eat the grass seed, allowing tall whitetop to reinfest.
More: Goats chew tall whitetop down to size (1998)
The key, according to scientists, is management. Spraying pesticides alone wont stop tall whitetop, even if its done annually. Goat grazing also wont work by itself, nor will planting grass seed without following up.
ARS is the chief research agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Scientific contact: James A. Young, ARS Exotic and Invasive Weeds Research Unit, Reno, Nev., phone (775) 784-6057, fax (775) 784-1712, email@example.com; or Tom Jones, ARS Forage and Range Research Unit, Logan, Utah, phone (435) 797-3082, fax (435) 797-3075, firstname.lastname@example.com.
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The Fountain Gallery is a nonprofit cooperative run by and for artists living with mental illnesses. It works to change common misconceptions about people living with mental illnesses by publicly exhibiting the works of their talented artists and by providing a safe and secure place for self-expression.
SituationResearch into the creative expression of individuals with mental illnesses has found that artistic expression is a great benefit in the recovery process. Oftentimes, individuals with mental illnesses may have a diminished self-image due to stigmatizing views. Artistic expression can facilitate the manner in which individuals with mental illnesses convey the emotions that they may feel, thus improving the manner in which they communicate. These expressions of self also may improve the views that the general public holds about mental illnesses.
SolutionThe Fountain Gallery was developed in 2000 to provide an environment for artists living and working with mental illnesses to pursue their personal visions and to challenge the stigma that surrounds mental illness. The artists, members of Fountain House, employ different media like ink, oils, watercolors, and photography for their creative works. The gallery exhibits the artwork throughout the year, generating public dialog about the artists, their artwork, and the mental illnesses the artists live with. Their logo, a ripple effect in the water, depicts the impact Fountain Gallery has had and wishes to have on its members, staff members, and the community at large.
ResultsSince its development, Fountain Gallery has grown from a handful of individuals to nearly 40 artists, supported by a small professional staff and many dedicated volunteers. Members of the gallery have expressed their gratitude at having a place where they can effectively express themselves and where they find an environment of understanding and support. Tony Cece, an artist of the gallery states, Were all working to make the gallery better, and in doing so, we do our part to diminish the stigma of mental illness.
Works of gallery artists are displayed in several private collections including Citigroup, Eli Lilly and Company, and Este Lauder Companies.
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Zimbabwe needs to change its immigration policies and relax its visa requirements to allow more visitors and investors to come into the country without hassles ahead of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation General Assembly in August, a Cabinet minister has said.
Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Walter Mzembi said there was a need for a paradigm shift to allow the immigration regime to be altered and bring friendlier visa policies into play.
Minister Mzembi made the remarks when he addressed students attending the Joint Command and Staff Course Number 26 on Revival of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry in Zimbabwe at the Zimbabwe Staff College in Harare yesterday.
Zimbabwe and Zambia won the bid to jointly host the 20th session of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation General Assembly scheduled for August 24 to 29.
"Even Europe has also understood the importance of breaking down visa barriers and has even gone to the extent of allowing only one visa to allow travellers easy movement into 27 countries within the block," Minister Mzembi said.
"Immigration is tied up with investment and the turn-around of any economy. Similarly, Zimbabwe needs an immigration regime that polishes its friendships with the rest of the world without infringing on its integrity."
Tourism contributes 9,9 percent to the Gross Domestic Product and has been duly identified as one of the pillars for the development of the economy.
The sector is expected to contribute revenue in excess of US$5 billion by 2015 and employ one person out of every 12 people instead of the current one person out of 10 ratio.
Minister Mzembi also dispelled fears that the general elections scheduled for later this year would affect Zimbabwe's hosting of the UNWTO General Assembly.
"My prayer at the moment is that the elections are held sometime before June so that we have time to position our post-election government for the world to see," said Minister Mzembi.
The UNWTO conference, he said, was an occasion for Zimbabweans to market the country as a peaceful destination for investment.
"It will also be a time to unveil our post-election government to the global community. The occasion will also create a global platform for the endorsement of Zimbabwe as a country with a vibrant democratic system that has allowed three different political parties to work together and come up with a constitution that will pave the way for the creation of an even better business environment," he said.
He said he had just returned from Madrid, Spain where he had been bombarded with questions on the safety of hosting the UNWTO conference in the wake of general elections in Zimbabwe especially in the light of adverse publicity the country has been receiving from its detractors.
"I told everybody who asked me that question that Zimbabwe had the capacity to do it," he said.
There are high expectations that over 400 international businesses would attend the global event with a view to seeking investment opportunities in the country.


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Literally tons of asbestos insulating materials were used on all classes of US Navy vessels–ranging from asbestos pads, felt and cloth to asbestos pipe covering and cement to asbestos gaskets and packing. Until the 1980s, a Navy ship's machinery and piping would be covered with asbestos insulation from stem to stern.
Throughout the life of the ship, these asbestos materials would be removed and replaced dozens or hundreds of times. Each time, huge numbers of toxic asbestos fibers would be released into the surrounding air.
Shipyard workers involved in the construction, repair, and overhaul of Navy ships were exposed to the asbestos dust released from these materials. Likewise, Navy seamen of all ranks were exposed to the asbestos dust as they operated and maintained these vessels at sea and in port. These ships were their jobsites as well as places they called home while at sea and on duty.
Asbestos pads were used to insulate equipment and machinery on US Navy ships. These pads were also used on the thousands of flanges and valves found throughout the ship. They were designed to be easily removable for routine maintenance of the ship's equipment.
Asbestos pads were formed by putting amosite fiber inside of asbestos cloth, like one would stuff a pillow. Amosite was a trade name for a type of asbestos that was highly favored by the US Navy. Based on the US Navy's Insulation Schedules, over 85% of all of the asbestos fiber used in the insulation on a typical US Navy ship was amosite. The pads were used with asbestos cloth, thread, and tape to insulate the equipment and machinery operating at high temperatures. These asbestos pads were called "removable pads" or "removal insulation". They were installed in such a way that workers could easily remove the asbestos pads to get to the equipment or valves they were trying to repair. When incorporated into these pads, amosite was used in its pure form. Amosite asbestos is a highly toxic fiber that causes mesothelioma. Because these asbestos pads were routinely removed and replaced, their handling generated asbestos dust. Each time the pads were removed and replaced, shipyard workers and seamen were exposed to this dangerous dust.
Rigid pre-formed asbestos pipe covering was used around regularly shaped pipes. These rigid forms of insulation came in a variety of round sizes and were typically three feet in length. The asbestos pipe covering was covered with asbestos cloth, troweled with asbestos cement, and painted to act as permanent insulation.
Unibestos was the trade name of a pipe covering that was nearly pure amosite asbestos. This type was used extensively by the US Navy in its World War II construction of ships. Other types of pipe covering used chrysotile asbestos, another fibrous form of asbestos imported from Canada.
The cutting and sawing of this rigid pre-molded pipe covering exposed shipyard workers to dangerous asbestos dust and fibers. Exposure to the asbestos dust coming from the pre-molded pipe covering can cause mesothelioma.
Asbestos cloth, tape, and thread were used in conjunction with asbestos pads and pre-molded pipe covering to build out the insulated surfaces. Asbestos cloth was wrapped around pre-molded pipe covering and was typically installed over the asbestos pads that covered the equipment, machinery and valves.
Almost all of the equipment and machinery, valves, fittings, and pipe connections on a Navy vessel used asbestos-containing gaskets. Asbestos gaskets were generally cut from compressed asbestos sheet materials that contained 80% or more asbestos fiber. In later years, some pre-formed gaskets were used in specific applications. There were literally thousands of asbestos gaskets used throughout US Navy ships.
Asbestos packing was used in valve stems to prevent leaking. To repair a leaking valve, the valve was opened and rings of deteriorated asbestos packing were removed. This was typically accomplished with a tool that looked like a cork-screw. New packing was installed and packed down tightly into the valve to prevent leaking.
Before new asbestos gaskets could be installed, the metal surface had to be perfectly cleaned and all of the old gasket material removed so that the new gasket could adequately adhere. Asbestos gaskets were subject to extreme heat and pressure. This caused many gaskets to stick firmly to the metal surface and made them difficult to remove. The removal of old asbestos gaskets caused the release of asbestos fibers as the surfaces were sanded by hand or with pneumatic tools and wire brushes. Similarly, all of the old and deteriorated asbestos packing had to be dug out of valves before new asbestos packing could be installed.
Shipyard workers were exposed to the asbestos dust generated from the installation of asbestos gaskets and packing during new ship construction. In addition, during the overhaul and repair of Navy ships, workers were exposed to the asbestos fibers from the gaskets and packing.
Navy seamen assigned to the machinery spaces of US Navy ships also worked with asbestos gaskets and packing on a routine basis. This regular and routine task exposed thousands of Navy Veterans to toxic asbestos dust during their Naval service and puts them at risk for contracting mesothelioma.
Asbestos cement was used over all of the various insulating materials to fill cracks, form an extra layer of insulation, and provide smooth surfaces for painting. Asbestos cement was typically mixed dry to form a slurry that was troweled over asbestos pads, pipe covering, and other insulated surfaces. The surface was then painted to complete the smooth damage-resistant finish. Significant amounts of asbestos fibers became airborne each time asbestos cement was used.
If you believe that you were exposed to asbestos in the Navy, you should be sure to inform your physician and have regular physical exams.
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text: The Livewire wiki last edited by jroxychix on 01/25/14 09:56AM View full history Comic Book BiographyLivewire in comicsLivewire was born with her gift of electricity manipulation making her a meta-human. Her shock-jocking radio career came to an end when her radio station turned into a country station leaving her out in the cold. She decides to take her anger out on Superman, who she believes is only an egotistic show-off. The first time she attacks she wins. In a later issue she along with many other meta-humans are captured and eventually she, along with all the others are saved. Livewire also makes two more appearances in comics, one in Teen Titans and the other in Superman Adventures. Livewire was also the first super villain the new Batgirl faced in her new costume. She was confronted by Stephanie in a power plant where Livewire had the upper-hand until she was blasted with water however she was able to shake it off and tried to electrocute Batgirl. Unbeknown to Batgirl her suit was insulated and this brought defeat to Livewire.Livewire lost control of her powers in Las Vegas and Superman gave her his electric blue containment suit that he had worn when he was turned into energy (a suit he had formerly given to Strange Visitor to help her control her own electrical powers) and spoke on her behalf when she was arrested.MediaDC Animated UniverseLeslie Willis: Shock JockLeslie Willis was the meanest "shock jock" radio host in Metropolis. Nobody, not even Superman, stood immune to her words and Lex Luthor tuned into her show. On the anniversary of her radio show Leslie was going to host a rock concert for all her fans and fans of the band. All did not go as planned as a massive storm erupted. She is told by the Police Force that she should shut down the concert. Leslie, being always the rebel, along with the fans pelleted them with foods and drink until Superman showed up and then he was attacked. Then without warning the stage was struck by lightning causing it to burst into flames. Superman did his best to rescue everyone and even help Leslie but the inevitable happened and the electric tongued, eel of a women was struck by lightning because of one of the wires she was standing on.This changed her appearance drastically and giving her the power to harbor electricity. When Willis woke up, she saw that her skin had turned ghostly white and her hair turned blue and stood on end. She accused Superman for the injuries she had suffered from the accident she created. She was about to throw a clock-radio at the TV on which she had seen Superman talking to reporters about the accident when the radio suddenly turned on. It was not plugged into the wall, there were no batteries in it. She discovered she could manipulate electricity. Willis then escaped from the hospital by turning herself into an electric current. Confronting Superman, she had rearranged the electrons of the hospital gown she was wearing by ionizing the material and the air around it transforming the gown into her black leotard with a lightning bolt down the front and black boots. She then declared herself to now be Livewire, and took over the telephones, televisions, and billboards-effectively taking over all of media. However, Superman stopped her when he doused her with water.LivewireShe clashed with Superman on a number of occasions. She had a short-lived alliance with Parasite and later had an alliance with Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy when she was in Gotham. Only to be stopped by Supergirl and Batgirl. She then appeared in episode "Hereafter" on the Justice League series. Livewire teamed up with the Superman Revenge Squad to get revenge on Superman. When some of its members were defeated and Toyman's machine sent Superman into the future with them thinking that Superman is dead, Kalibak and Livewire later attacked the scene of the incident with Copperhead, Volcana, Star Sapphire, and Deadshot. She then teamed up with Lex Luthor and Grodd in their villain groups.SmallvilleIn Smallville, Livewire was a meteor infected person who gained her superpowers from the exposure to kryptonite. She was captured by Lex and put in a prison where she was studied. After Lex's death she was released but unknown to her she was released with a small explosive devise/GPS unit in her temple.Tess Mercer found her and recruited her in a league with four other members. In their first mission they were sent after Doomsday when Neutron was killed. This upset Livewire and she wanted out but instead Tess had Parasite take her powers and then she killed her with a remote that set of the explosive in her head.PowersCharging a blastLivewire has the ability to absorb, generate, and manipulate electricity and magnetism, which she can use to do various things. Livewire can transform into a being of pure electrical energy, in this state her appearance changes. In her other transformation she transform into electricity and travel through anything that can conduct electricity.Electrokinesis- Livewire can generate and manipulate electricity that she can channel into projected lightning attacks.Magnetokinesis- Livewire can generate and manipulate magnetic fields.Electrical Form- Livewire can transform into a being of solidified electricity that changes her appearance. She can also transform into pure electric current that allows her to travel through conductive mediums.HistoryLike Harley Quinn & Mercy Graves, Livewire is one of the few characters from the DC Animated Universe that made her appearance in animation prior to ever being introduced in comics.


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Fried rice menu. Modern Thai is a few months old thai restaurant which i think is manned by chinese.
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Davison Knights of Columbus is on DAVISON RD at the corner of Gale Rd
Gleason has my vote !!!!!!
This mutual aid agreement is a one way street. The City of Flint will never send it's fire department to help the surrounding areas. Do the residents of Swartz Creek, Flushing and Mt. Morris Township know it is their tax dollars being used to fight these Flint fires. The City of Flint has broken it's contract with all the other departments in the mutual aid agreement and the residents outside the City of Flint will pay for Flint fire service.
If I decide to open carry, I can legally carry in places that I cannot carry a concealed weapon. remember just a short time ago on the other side of the state the guy who opened carried in an elementary school after voting. That was legal boys and girls.
Lets tax our seniors and retirees to make up the difference .....
Do you people really think these guys read the newspaper to see that it has been 4 weeks since the last murder?
If this was a horse related event Amy would be promoting the hell out of it. I hope Oakland County at least sends her a thank you card for her decision. Look what happened to the Antique and Farm Machinery show that moved to Clio to accommodate their people. She thinks people should stay 10 miles away in a campground and drive back and forth. Obviously she has no clue how this works. Enjoy your future events, Oakland Co.
If this was a horse related event Amy would be promoting the hell out of it. I hope Oakland County at least sends her a thank you card for her decision. Look what happened to the Antique and Farm Machinery show that moved to Clio to accommodate their people. She thinks people should stay 10 miles away in a campground and drive back and forth. Obviously she has no clue how this works. Enjoy your future events, Oakland Co.
44 cal gun and a 22 cal brain ......
It doesn't say if she was related to one of the victims or not be maybe she was defending a relative.
How about meeting at the corner of Clio and Pierson at midnight?
I wonder how many people who voted for Angelo's have gone in that neighborhood in the last 10 years
Let the city go into bankruptcy and let the courts figure it out
Rosie was the one who should have been on lay off years ago but she fooled enough people to get elected over and over again.
Hey Everybody .... This is Flint where it is always someone elses fault .......
Looks like the mafia is running Richfield Eq and the DEQ ...... still
I hope there is also money available to repair the front of the buildings when the canopies are removed. I can see where the building owners would resist removing the canopies if they are faced with added costs. I doubt if taking the canopies down will bring in more customers, that depends on the business, but it sure will make downtown look a whole hellava lot better. I drive through other old towns and never see canopies like Davison. I wonder how those customers navigate from one business to another. And now that Mr Larson, who won't have cover for his lawnmowers and wheelbarrows anymore, has given up his fight ..... tear them down !!!!!!!
George Jaska published this at 9 PM. My guess he just left a meeting and was working on his laptop from his car. What do you want for a free website? Whoever approved the driveway for the gas station that is directly across from Cypress is the one to blame. People coming out of the gas station don't think that the cars on Cypress turning on to M15 have the right away. I have had some close calls there. It's just a stupid set up. Comes close to the stupid light at Lapeer/M15 intersection.
Genesee Towers should be renamed Williamson Towers. If the Flint residents were dumb enough to elect him twice they should put up their tax dollars to pay for the damage he did to the city.
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Women in Nairobi and the region as a whole can now expect to receive high quality maternity care thanks to the newly boutique hospital.
Royal Gardens Hospital aims to deliver world class reproductive health and child health services in a more friendly and comfortable environment.
Located in the heart of Lavington along Mzima Springs next to Strathmore School, this boutique hospital provides homely and warm environment for maternal care while taking in consideration the personal needs of patients and their families. Boutique hospitals normally provide personalised care to patients and discharge them earlier than standard hospitals.
"It was completely a different experience when I made the choice to deliver at Royal Gardens. Given that this was my first pregnancy, the experience was far from the painful and harrowing stories I have heard," said Bridget Kathambi.
Not only do patients receive a hotel-experience while at the hospital, the management has initiated a variety of products for women seeking maternity care. For instance, women will have a choice of Under Water Bath, a specialty that is not common in most hospitals in the country.
Apart from this pain relieving method, women can also choose to have normal birth, caesarean-section deliveries or through a natural birth which is safer if a mother has had a smooth easy pregnancy.
The hospital has staff and facilities to complement all methods required by expecting mothers. Talk of mid wives and secluded rooms for those who choose natural births to tubs of warm water for those who opt for under water birth.
"We are committed to provision of high standard services. Our interest as a hospital is not being the best, but to give our clients quality services and make their experience exceptional while at Royal," said Dr Charles Wasike, the CEO of Royal Gardens Hospital.
With bed occupancy of 75, the hospital offers full board hotel facilities that drive away the hospital mentality from a patient. Ten of the rooms are private en suite.
According to an administrator at the hospital, there is no limit to visiting hours. For family members and friends who wish to be close to the patient, there are facilities that cater for such situations.
The hospital offers accommodation to non-patients so that they can be close to their relatives or friends admitted in the hospital. Apart from private en suite rooms, clients can choose to use alternative rooms such as Royal, Premier and Standard that goes for affordable rates.
According to Jane Wambui, a United Nations employee, who was a patient at the hospital, the new strategy made it easier for her to generally feel at home and disregard the hospital environment.
"My husband was there with me until I delivered. As a mother, it would have been even harder for my six-year old son, but he was also allowed unlimited access to my room until the day I was discharged," Wambui said.
Apart from the Jacuzzi like tub that gives the much-needed massage throughout the labour process, a client at the hospital will also find extra packages such as Lamaze classes which basically prepares couples for the coming of the child. Swimming aerobics is also part of new programmes for pregnant mothers.
"Our plans are to serve the customers and continue to lead the way in provision of comprehensive services ranging from maternity, gynaecology, laboratory services, and pediatric care," Erick Wafukho, the hospital's board chairman said.
According to Wafukho, the hospital's focus will remain to provide unparalleled and highest quality care in the region.
Royal Gardens Hospital is a story of what begun as a small clinic in Lang'ata 12 years ago.
It was set up by a group of doctors who realised that maternity services had been neglected in Kenya for many years.
Prior to its opening, the directors had attempted to bridge the gap by setting up clinics along Jogoo Road, in Westlands and along Ngong Road.
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A look the hottest deals, business moves and upstart entrepreneurs for April 24 from around the country, as reported by The Business Journals and other local business publications.
Albany…Chobani's expansion cash: Greek yogurt maker Chobani lines up a $750 million loan from private equity group TPG Capital. TPG gets seats on the board and warrants that could convert to a 35 percent stake in the company if it goes public. And Chobani gets the cash it needs to push into Latin America and Asia.
Silicon Valley…Google's big solar bet: Google and SunPower put up $250 million to provide financing to support residential solar lease projects.
Seattle…Bezos' cancer drug support: Jeff Bezos is among the investors pouring $176 million into Juno Therapeutics, which is working on treatment for late-stage cancer patients.
Boston…Acceleration funded: Kala, which is working on drugs for eye disease, rounds up $23 million to speed to drug trials.
Silicon Valley…Invisage adds loot: Invisage, a maker of sensors for phone cameras, raises $18 million, bringing its total investment to $100 million.
Silicon Valley…Education expansion: Declara, which brings big data to individual education, lands $16 million for expansion into Asia.
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What was once a 19th-century wooden chalet has expanded to become a full-fledged "Alpine lifestyle" destination, and its position on the farthest edge of town, at the base of the slopes, is its biggest draw. The current modern structure is a sporty luxury hotel, with a large foyer warmed by a fireplace and perked up by a bar; from its wraparound windows you can take in acres of green hills or snowy slopes. Guest rooms have soft prints and neutral tones; bathrooms are tile and stone. In winter an Italian trattoria and a Thai restaurant join the main Swiss-style restaurants.
Innere Poststr., Arosa, Graubünden, 7050, Switzerland
Website: www.arosakulm.ch
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When the Steelers drafted Mike Adams out of OSU this past April, they had visions of him being the future anchor at left tackle for the next 10-15 years. When you draft someone that high, especially a guy like Adams who had 1st round potential on many draft boards, you expect them to come into camp and perform well. While the Steelers are not in a full on rebuilding mode, they are getting younger in a hurry. There's no better place to get young with a quality player, than on the offensive line. You never know what you're going to get out of a rookie, even a high round choice, because the NFL draft is still a crap shoot. Even with all the preparation that goes into selecting a player; interviews, physicals, game film, and more there's no guarantee that anyone is going to pan out into the next big thing that you hope they will. Mike Adams may be that guy for the Steelers this year, or at least one of those guys considering the big names they drafted in the first four rounds. In Saturd...
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Giant ape
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First Appearance
Kong was a giant ape, the second last member (last member in the remakes) of his species (Megaprimatus kong). The species is not native to Skull Island, but it is presumed that the species Gigantopithecus, a prehistoric ape that was bigger than any current modern apes (related to the orangutan), either came to the island via an ancient land bridge linked to Asia or brought into the island by the humans that lived in it. This of course happened many thousands of years ago. Kong was approximately 25 feet tall, and weighed nearly 9.5 tons.
Physical appearanceEdit
Kong's appearance was like that of an ordinary gorilla, except he was much larger and stronger, and he grew to a height of about 25 feet. Like any gorilla, his fur was a dark black and had the silver hair on his back and head common in all gorillas, hence the term 'silverback'.
Behavior Edit
Based on the habits of other apes, it can be presumed that Kong lived in small family groups, with females and their young guarded by the much larger males. He would live where food was plentiful, venturing down from the uplands and entering the jungles, to feed on the wide range of lush plants. Kong would feed on fruit, shoots and leaves of all kinds. His communication was like that of smaller gorillas, using vocalizations such as grunts and roars. Posturing and body language were used as well, as to intimidate rivals and frighten enemies.
King KongEditKong himself had many foes. Vastatosaurus Rex was a mortal enemy, as were Venatosaurus, Foetodon and Terapusmordax. These were a constant threat to the young. Kong, however, was an equal match for any V-rex, though the largest V-rexes would have been determined to kill the young. While the V-rex had the advantage of massive-bone crushing jaws and armored skin, Kong had the advantage of his intelligence, massive strength and grasping hands. He could use primitive tools such as logs and boulders against threats, and could grapple, render and bite. The young of both species were in constant danger from the adults, and the killing of a young Megaprimatus or young V-rex would eliminate future threats. Neither would allow the other on their territory under any circumstances, and fights were usually brief since they used intimidation. If the stakes got high enough, it would be a bloodbath. The smaller predators, Venatosaurus and Foetodon, were not as large but were just as dangerous, even though Venatosaurs packs and groups of Foetodon were much easier to fend off and kill. Like other gorillas, Megaprimatus also had to fight off other Megaprimatus, especially the males.
In the original film, the character's name is Kong -- a name given to him by the inhabitants of "Skull Island" in the Indian Ocean, where Kong lived along with other over-sized animals such as snakes, pterosaurs and dinosaurs. 'King' is an appellation added by an American film crew led by Carl Denham who captures Kong and takes him to New York City to be exhibited. Kong escapes and climbs the Empire State Building (the World Trade Center in the 1976 remake) where he is shot and killed by aircraft. However, "it was beauty killed the beast," as he only climbed the building in the first place in an attempt to protect Ann Darrow (Dwan in the 1976 remake).


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Hi lovelies, How is everyone's weekend going? Mine is going great,just the way i want it. I've practically turned my apartment to a vacation house,just relaxing with food,drinks,home-made spa treatments (thanks to some health and beauty sites) and movies/series. I had traveling plans for the summer before i realized my passport was expiring soon,meaning i can't travel anywhere besides Nigeria till i get a new one. One thing or the the other always comes up each time i plan on traveling,now honestly i don't feel like going anywhere anymore, all i want to do is spend time alone,eat,sleep and shop.. talk of bringing the vacation to me instead..lol...... So there are lots of sales online and in-stores as usual with summer going on, perfect time to revamp your wardrobe and hell yeah i am already helping myself out to some goodies... Here are some of my purchases and some i'm loving.
Details: Cluster Earrings Yellow Pointed toe pump
*Note that: I got 10% off my entire order(sale and full-priced items) from Asos for the ones i purchased from them with code Take10 (valid for few days). Can't wait to receive them!
By the way, i'm currently loving yellow color and it's one of the hottest colors this season, i've already added some yellow pieces to my wardrobe for a change, can't wait to rock them all..
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On Tue, 8 Jun 2004, Bill Kendrick wrote:
> I also checked /etc/hosts.allow and ran nmap just to make sure nothing
> mysterious was running. (The "9999" on my own personal box scared the
> crap out of me for a sec, until I remembered I'm running apt-proxy there. :) )
`netstat -ta` locally probably gives more thorough (and faster)
information than running nmap from a remote machine (assuming someone
didn't rootkit your system. ^.-)
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In his article on gift-giving, Robert Rowland Smith states that the tradition is based on the Christian nativity story describing the gifts given to the baby Jesus by the three wise men (19 December 2009, p 34).
Customs vary from place to place, but originally gifts were often given on 6 December, St Nicholas's day. After the Reformation, Protestant areas found it unacceptable to give gifts in honour of a saint, so shifted the custom to Christmas day.
In many parts of the world, the gifts are attributed to the Christ child himself; the three wise men were invoked later and only locally. As the wise men are supposed to have taken some time to reach Bethlehem, their arrival is often considered to be 6 January. If gift-giving were based on their story, it should happen on that date.
The history of Christmas customs is often at least as ...
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Vitamin D-licious
To get your daily dose, look at what's on the menu
Getting a D when you were in school wasn't a good sign. You may have even done that sneaky little trick of adding an extra bubble and making it into a B. Not that I did that or anything.
But there's also a good kind of D - the vitamin form of the consonant. Vitamin D brings a lot of benefits to your body. It strengthens your immune system, is linked to maintaining a healthy weight, and may reduce risk for multiple sclerosis or the severity of its effects.
And there's more. "Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus to help build and maintain strong bones," says Kim Alvari, R.D., a registered dietitian and director of Food and Nutrition Services at Washington Hospital. "This lowers your risk of osteoporosis, a disease that causes your bones to be fragile, increasing your risk of breaks as you age.
Eat Up
One of the easiest ways to get vitamin D is to spend time in the sun, but that contradicts the other message you've been inundated with, which says sunscreen and shade should be your best friends and that UV rays can cause cancer (this is true, by the way).
Fortunately, there are other ways to get your recommended 600 IUs (international units) of vitamin D a day (that's for men and women ages 1 to 70 - babies need a little less, and adults older than 70 need a little more).
Alvari says fortified foods such as milk, orange juice and cereal are good sources of vitamin D. Almost all U.S. milk is fortified with 100 IUs per cup, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Other good vitamin D sources, Alvari says, are cod liver oil and fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna and sardines.
Not Enough D?
The symptoms of vitamin D deficiency may be so subtle and wide-ranging that it's difficult to link them to the condition. They include chronic bone pain, muscle weakness, more frequent infections, weakened bones (which you may not notice until one breaks) and even depression. Prolonged vitamin D deficiency can lead not only to osteoporosis but, Alvari says, it also puts you at higher risk for hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, certain cancers and multiple sclerosis.
Getting enough vitamin D in your diet might not be enough. If you have concerns, talk to your doctor about taking a vitamin D supplement. "You may also want to work with a registered dietitian to personalize a diet plan," Alvari says. Most important, remember that a deficiency can be avoided if you act soon enough.
For information about nutrition counseling services available at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com/nutrition or call (510) 745-6542.
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Find out if you're getting enough vitamin D every day by taking this 10-question quiz at getyourd.com and by clicking "Are You D-Prived?"
Your D-Fortified Shopping List
Adults need 600 IUs of vitamin D a day. To keep your bones strong, consider adding these foods to your grocery list:
Salmon, 3 ounces ... 447 IUs
Milk, vitamin D-fortified, 1 cup ... 100 IUs
Tuna fish, canned in water, 3 ounces ... 154 IUs
Egg, 1 large ... 41 IUs
Orange juice fortified with vitamin D, 1 cup ... 137 IUs
Yogurt, vitamin D-fortified, 6 ounces ... 88 IUs
Try this Heart Smart Recipe!
Baked salmon with Southeast Asian marinade
Dietitian's tip: Salmon works well on the grill. After you've wrapped the fish in aluminum foil, grill until firm and opaque throughout, about 10 minutes on each side. Serve on couscous with steamed green beans on the side.
1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 salmon fillets, each 4 ounces
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup diced fresh fruit, such as pineapple, mango and papaya
In a small bowl, add the pineapple juice, garlic, soy sauce and ginger. Stir to mix evenly.
Arrange the salmon fillets in a small baking dish. Pour the pineapple juice mixture over the top. Put in the refrigerator and marinate for 1 hour. Turn the salmon periodically as needed.
Preheat the oven to 375 F. Lightly coat 2 squares of aluminum foil with cooking spray. Place the marinated salmon fillets on the aluminum foil. Drizzle each with 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil. Sprinkle with pepper and top each with 1/2 cup diced fruit.
Wrap the foil around the salmon, folding the edges down to seal. Bake until the fish is opaque throughout when tested with the tip of a knife, about 10 minutes on each side. Transfer the salmon to warmed individual plates and serve immediately. Serves 2.
Nutritional Analysis (per serving): Calories 310, Total Fat 13g, Saturated Fat 3g, Monounsaturated fat 4g, Carbohydrate 24g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23g, Cholesterol 67mg, Sodium 174mg


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George Duke, the legendary jazz, R&B and funk keyboardist, died on Aug. 5 in Los Angeles. He was 67.
According to his record label, which announced his passing, he was being treated for chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
"The outpouring of love and support that we have received from my father's friends, fans and the entire music community has been overwhelming," Duke's son, Rashid Duke, said in a statement. "Thank you all for your concern, prayers and support."
NEWS: Elton John recovering from appendectomy
Throughout his five-decade career, Duke released more than 40 albums and worked with a wide range of artists including Frank Zappa, Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Barry Manilow, George Clinton, Al Jarreau and Michael Jackson.
Duke's last album, DreamWeaver, was released last month. He dedicated it to his wife, Corine, who died from cancer last year.
In the wake of Duke's passing, several celebrities expressed their condolences via Twitter, including Justin Timberlake who wrote: "RIP George Duke. Funk, Jazz, MUSIC Legend...One of the GREATEST."
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With Ebola in the news as of late, it is important to educate oneself on what the disease is, how it is transmitted, and steps to prevent infection. Of most importance, it should be noted that it can only be transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids, and that a person is NOT contagious unless they are showing symptoms. For more information, please visit the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
Also recommended is the World Health Organization's FAQ on Ebola:
The Campus health Improvement Program (CHIP) is a volunteer organization of UMFK employees and students committed to improving campus health and wellness. CHIP recommends strategies/programs to promote wellness and fitness throughout the campus community, assists in supporting University of Maine System Health Initiatives and works with other campus groups to offer convenient, low cost activities and educational programs.


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Apply via lottery system: Deadline is July 22, 2011
(Source: 28th District of Texas HUD) – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Emergency Homeowners' Loan Program announced assistance for homeowners in Texas who have experienced a substantial loss of income (a reduction of at least 15 percent) due to unemployment, underemployment or a medical condition that has caused people to fall behind on payments.
"As we continue efforts to rebuild our economy, we cannot forget those who have endured the hardest hit by the economic downturn," Congressman Cuellar said. "This loan program will help families who have worked toward homeownership – the foundation of the American dream. I would like to thank Laredo-Webb Neighborhood Housing Services for helping spread the message to the community and urge all qualified homeowners to apply soon since the deadline is fast approaching."
HUD anticipates a high demand for the loans and in order to ensure that program funds are made available in a fair and impartial manner, homeowners must first complete a pre-applicant screening. Approved homeowners will be placed in a lottery system, and those chosen will receive a one-time zero interest, forgivable bridge loan to pay certain arrearages. The loan will also assist in making monthly first lien mortgage payments. Assistance will last a maximum duration of 24 months, or up to a loan amount of $50,000 in mortgage payment assistance – whichever occurs first.
To apply, further information regarding eligibility and application submission can be found at www.ehlptexas.org or call (877) 417-8272. Information on the program in Spanish can be found at http://www.ehlptexas.org/?page_id=72. Applications will be accepted through July 22, 2011.
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van Gilse's Symphony No. 4 premiered Nov. 28, 1915, with the composer himself conducting the Concertgebouw Orchestra. After this great performance success his publisher printed a hundred scores (though van Gilse had to cover the costs). And so it was that his powerful and individual 4th symphony was not forgotten. In fact, it became one of his most performed works.
MusicWeb International, January 2013
On this evidence Van Gilse has a penchant for glowing radiance; drama comes to him more fitfully. This may be his weakness but for the listener in the right mood that is also his shining strength.
American Record Guide, March / April 2013
Emotionally, it's the most deeply felt music I've ever heard from this composer and is alone worth the price of the record. Van Gilse packs a world of tragedy into 11 minutes. The music must reflect his personal torments, including being on a Nazi watch list. The orchestral playing is skilled and Porcelijn's conducting is, as usual, first-rate.
Recording information: Enschede Musikzentrum (08/23/2010-08/28/2010).
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Works Detailsvan Gilse, Jan : Symphony no 4 in A major
- Conductor: David Porcelijn
- Ensemble: Netherland Symphony Orchestra
- Notes: Enschede Musikzentrum (08/23/2010-08/28/2010)
- Running Time: 40 min. 29 sec.
- Period Time: Modern
- Form: Orchestral
van Gilse, Jan : Treurmuziek Uit Thijl
- Conductor: David Porcelijn
- Notes: Enschede Musikzentrum (08/23/2010-08/28/2010)
- Running Time: 11 min. 5 sec.
- Period Time: Modern
van Gilse, Jan : Concert overture in C minor
- Conductor: David Porcelijn
- Notes: Enschede Musikzentrum (08/23/2010-08/28/2010)
- Running Time: 10 min. 14 sec.
- Period Time: Modern


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"In C++, STDs are standard."
So, you want to write a C++ program. You want to use your computer for something other than surfing porn sites, do you? You should know, it won't be easy. You must be an 1337 |-|@X0r to succeed. Are you an 1337 |-|@X0r? ARE YOU? HUH? Can you even understand what I'm saying? Oh we've got so much work to do. You have much to learn, young C student. Nevertheless, I am willing to teach you. Now, come with me, as we explore the exciting world that is C++.
edit Download an IDE
Let's face it, you can't program in MS Word, so you need to find an IDE and a compiler on the internet. So just open up your browser, close out all the porn sites, and find a free, open-source IDE. Now then, download the binary. You know, the download would go a lot faster if you weren't also downloading porn. Are we done yet? Excellent. Now then, just install it. Good. Hey, this isn't so hard, huh? Now just open it up...
Alright! You've got green on the screen already! Wait, that isn't right. WTF is going on here?
edit Consult the user guide
Okay, don't panic, just go back to the website you downloaded the IDE from. There should be some sort of instruction manual or something. What are you looking at me for? I'm just here to teach you how to program, not fix your little problems. Okay, lets see...
My IDE help - Interwebz Explorer
Okay, those are nice, we might use those later, I have no idea what you're talking about. How about the actual IDE itself? No? Nuts...
edit Ask some random geek on the internet
Okay, we probably aren't the only people who have experienced this problem, the internet is full of smart people who can help us. No, I don't think anybody on those porn sites can help us, but hey, nice try. Okay, I've gone to an online help forum, and I'm asking for help. And I'm done--what do you think? Well, I may have made you look kind of n00bish, but you've got to learn somehow. Oh wait, I just figured out what we're doing wrong, we need to add a source file. You'd better delete that. You can't? Wow, that's kind of embarrassing, huh? And those are some rather scathing replies, there. Sorry about that.
edit Your first program
Okay, you've wasted a couple of hours of your life and become an internet laughing stock, but you're ready to start programming!
We should start with a simple "Hello world" program, as all little n00bs should. Er, sorry. First, get off of the porn site... off... Now open up your IDE... Create a frickin' source file like I told you to... Just close out all those error messages, they aren't important. Now we are ready! Are you ready to write your first C++ program. Don't just sit there shaking your head, say "YES!" You are ready! YES! YOU! ARE! W00000000T!
I'm... I'm so proud of you. Sniff...
Let's get started. Hello, world. A new pwnz0r is born. Okay, now just type what I show you in the little box there...
My Shiny New IDE
#include <iostream>
using namespace std
int main
cout << "Hello world"
return 0
Alright, now just build and run and it should say "Hello world". Alrighty let's see here...
My Shiny New IDE
Expecting semicolons.
You forgot the semicolons.
You seriously forgot the semicolons?
LOL! U forgot the semicolons!
What a n00b! Go back to looking at pr0nz, n00b!
You seem to have acquired a particularly mean IDE. That's okay, you just need to put in some semicolons at the end of every line. Why? I don't know, somebody important decided we had to. I don't know, just put in the semicolons. Why didn't I tell you that sooner? Oh, what? This is my fault now? I suppose it's my fault everybody is LOLing at your n00bishness on the interwebz too. That's right--N00BISHNESS! N00B-ISH-NESS! Okay, okay, calm down, breathe, man, breathe. It's all cool. Let's just that try again...
My Shitty New IDE
STFUn00b! SYNTAX ERROR! SYNTAX ERROR! 68 errors detected.
Do you have any fucking idea what a semicolon is!?!?!
See? SEE?
Hell, this program is so poorly written, it might be dangerous.
Running killerapp.exe...
Oh dear, that's not good.
edit Buy a new computer
Yeah, it's too bad about your computer there. Hey, don't blame me, you should have been good enough to overcome my shortcomings. It was... you know... a test, you see. And you failed, so you must pay the penalty. LOL j/k, man, I'll buy you a new computer. I've got lots of money, you know. Mad programming skillz helps you to get rich, like Bill Gates. He didn't get rich by sitting on his ass and browsing porn. He was an 1337 |-|@X0r. You still don't know what I'm talking about? N00b... Sorry.
Alright, here you go. Try not to wreck this one.
You got a new computer.