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2014 Highlights
As a Member of the Association for Psychological Science, you are part of an influential group of more than 26,000 colleagues dedicated to scientific psychology. Stay connected to share in the successes of APS in supporting and promoting psychological science across all its many facets.
APS announces a major new initiative
The inaugural International Convention of Psychological Science (ICPS,) to be held in the heart of Amsterdam on 12-14 March 2015, is an international conference dedicated to scientific advances in all areas of psychology and related disciplines. This unique meeting will feature integrative science symposia designed to deploy diverse research methods and attack problems at multiple levels of analysis as well as cutting-edge methodological workshops to not only learn about others' research findings, but to learn how to execute the research methods that produced them. We invite you to share your ideas with colleagues from around the globe at this first-ever international gathering of the global psychological science community. A forthcoming Call-for-Presentations will announce the many opportunities for you to take part in the ICPS symposium sessions and scientific poster presentations. Be sure to mark your 2015 calendar with this historic event for psychological science.
Building a Better Psychological Science
Recent initiatives in psychological science such as facilitating replication and ensuring sound methodologies have sparked a lively dialogue among researchers, publishers and the general public. In an effort to continue the important conversation on replicability, APS published a special replicability issue of Perspectives on Psychological Science, a special section devoted exclusively to the advancement of psychological science in the July 2013 issue of PPS, and hosted an extended theme program, "" during the 25th APS Annual Convention. PPS will soon begin publishing a new article type, the Registered Replication Report, which will consist of multi-lab, high-quality replications of important psychology experiments along with comments by the authors of the original studies. Notably, the labs participating in the first Registered Replication Report of Schooler, Engstler-Schooler's verbal overshadowing effect study (1990) come from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Netherlands, Italy, Germany, Australia, Czech Republic, New Zealand, and Poland. The January 2014 issue of Perspectives in Psychological Science features a special section focused on behavioral priming research and attempts at replication.
26th APS Annual Convention
The 26th APS Annual Convention features the latest research and methodologies in psychological science in the wonderful city of San Francisco, California, USA, May 22-25, 2014. The Convention will feature Keynote Speaker Mahzarin R. Banaji and many other distinguished scientists including, Dante Cicchetti, Diane F. Halpern, Robert W. Levenson, Nora Newcombe, Keith Rayner, Terry E. Robinson, Neal Schmitt, Carol A. Tavris, and many more.
Advancing Modern Clinical Science
2013 year saw the publication of the first issues of APS's ground-breaking new journal, Clinical Psychological Science, which reflects and supports the modern era of clinical science in psychology. Under the leadership of founding editor Alan Kazdin, and his distinguished team of associate editors, the journal began taking submissions in April 2012 and published its first articles online in September for the inaugural January 2013 issue. In 2014, CPS will have 6 full issues as it follows the successful footsteps of APS's other prestigious journals: Psychological Science, Current Directions in Psychological Science, Perspectives on Psychological Science, and Psychological Science in the Public Interest.
Psychological Science in the News
From social media to traditional media, APS continues to engage top-tier media outlets. Our research regularly makes headlines around the world, including The New York Times, TIME, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, CNN, BBC, National Public Radio, major television networks, The Huffington Post, and many more to ensure research from APS journals and members are disseminated accurately and regularly. In addition, APS's social media remains an integral part of public outreach and has experienced steady growth this year through Twitter and Facebook initiatives.
Improving Psychology Entries in Wikipedia
Through the APS Wikipedia Initiative, APS Members are leading the effort to improve the quality of psychology entries in Wikipedia, including developing and improving Wikipedia articles as student writing assignments. More than 2,000 individuals have participated and provided the most up to date and accurate information that fully represents the theories, methods, and findings in psychological science, and participants have edited more than 1,600 psychology articles. APS continues to encourage members to get involved with the project, through individual updates or assignments to students as required coursework.
A Network for Postdocs
The APS Postdoc Exchange connects psychology researchers around the world with a free network for researchers to list postdoctoral opportunities. With over 250 listings, the Postdoc Exchange is a great example of how APS is connecting the global scientific community.
Student Caucus
The APS Student Caucus (APSSC) provides student affiliates with resources and networking opportunities to support students as they develop their careers. The Student Caucus publishes a regular feature in the monthly Observer magazine, offers a mentor-matching program, and provides students with an online funding resource with opportunities around the world for graduate and undergraduate students. APSSC research competitions recognize excellence in student research presented at the APS Annual Convention. Student affiliates also have numerous opportunities to get involved with APS, from contributing an article to the Student Notebook to becoming an APS Campus Representative. There are now 8,100 APS student members (75 percent graduate student members, 25 percent undergraduate student members), representing more than 52 countries around the world.
One of APS's founding principles is a dedication to supporting the teaching of psychological science. In support of these efforts, APS provides teachers of psychology access to the latest research and news in scientific psychology as well as teaching resources and videos for the classroom. The APS Fund for Teaching and Public Understanding of Psychological Science gives small grants to support projects advancing the teaching of psychology. APS and the Society for the Teaching of Psychology co-host a Teaching Institute in conjunction with the APS Annual Convention, in addition to providing annual support for the National Institute on the Teaching of Psychology. C. Nathan DeWall and David G. Myers have teamed up to create a new series of Observer columns aimed at integrating cutting-edge psychological science into the classroom.
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Hyperspectral unmixing is a crucial preprocessing step for material classification and recognition. In the last decade, nonnegative matrix factorization (NMF) and its extensions have been intensively studied to unmix hyperspectral imagery and recover the material end-members. As an important constraint for NMF, sparsity has been modeled making use of the L1 regularizer. Unfortunately, the L1 regularizer cannot enforce further sparsity when the full additivity constraint of material abundances is used, hence limiting the practical efficacy of NMF methods in hyperspectral unmixing. In this paper, we extend the NMF method by incorporating the L1/2 sparsity constraint, which we name L1/2 -NMF. The L1/2 regularizer not only induces sparsity but is also a better choice among Lq(0 <; q <; 1) regularizers. We propose an iterative estimation algorithm for L1/2-NMF, which provides sparser and more accurate results than those delivered using the L1 norm. We illustrate the utility of our method on synthetic and real hyperspectral data and compare our results to those yielded by other state-of-the-art methods.

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But if you think about it, effectively that was nonsense. So they liked the story idea that Superman shagged Lois before he killed Zod and then left Earth (which was already canonically wrong because he shagged her in human form). And they used Marlon Brando footage. But that was it. That didn't make SM1, SM2 and SMR part of the same canon.
Something in the way the Spacey Luthor acted seemed like he had been there before when they got to the Fortress.
That's also just a generic plot element.
If the next film mentions the Joker killed Batman's parents, is it suddenly within the same canon as Keaton-Batman?
Superman Returns was a follow up to the Donner films. It was stated explicitly.
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New number to call for illegal fireworks, burn ban in effect
This morning, Portland Fire Chief Erin Janssens announced a new number to call and report illegal fireworks and offered information on a burn ban in immediate effect.Read More…
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Fire Prevention Week has its roots in the Great Chicago Fire, which occurred on October 9, 1871. This tragic conflagration killed some 300 people, left 100,000 homeless, and destroyed more than 17,000 structures.
In 1920, President Woodrow Wilson issued the first national Fire Prevention Day proclamation. For more than 80 years, the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has officially sponsored Fire Prevention Week, honoring the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire and using the event to increase awareness of the dangers of fire.
Fire Prevention Week is the longest running week-long safety education campaign for which Presidents have issued formal proclamations.
This year, the theme is Kitchen Fires, one of the leading causes of fires in the home. PF&R is going out into the community to spread the word. The community is invited to two Fire Safety Festivals that will feature food, fun, and fire safety tips. Meet your local firefighters, gather with neighbors, enjoy some BBQ, and check out the fire station and our fun fire safety learning stations.
Thursday, October 10, 2013
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McDONOUGH Officials from the United States Department of Agriculture's McDonough Field Office need a few good farmers.
The USDA's local Natural Resources Conservation Service office is calling on area farmers to sign up for three conservation programs designed to make farms more eco-friendly. They are offered through the service's Environmental Quality Incentives Program.
"The Environmental Quality Incentives Program offers farmers, ranchers and forestland managers a variety of options to conserve natural resources while boosting production on their lands," said USDA State Conservationist James Tillman in a written statement.
"This financial assistance for conservation investment helps improve environmental health and the economy of Georgia rural communities."
Farmers from across the Southern Crescent have until Feb. 15 to sign up for the programs. The field office serves Clayton, Henry, Butts, Fayette and Spalding counties.
The conservation programs include:
• The "On-Farm Energy Initiative," which is designed to help farmers find ways to conserve energy on their farms.
• A "Season High Tunnel Initiative," where farmers can get federal assistance to build tunnels which can help prolong their growing season's into the late fall and winter months.
• An "Organic Initiative," where the USDA will help farmers implement practices that can get their farms certified as organic operations by the agency. That certification lets them claim their agricultural products are organically produced, according to the USDA's website.
• A "Longleaf Pine Initiative," which can help farmers plant longleaf pine trees and firebreaks on their properties. Twenty-nine threatened and endangered species of animals call the 3.4 million acres of Longleaf Pine forests home, according to the agency's website. The USDA can also help farmers conduct controlled burning efforts to limit invasive plants, such as kudzu and Japanese honeysuckles, through this program.
Call District Conservationist Shaun Ford at 770-957-5705, ext. 3, or e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com to apply for the conservation programs.
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New York City Considers Soft Drink Size Ban to Help Curb Obesity
Large sodas and other sugary beverages will no longer be allowed in New York City if a new proposal gains approval by the Board of Health. The Associated Press reports:
The proposed first-in-the-nation ban would impose a 16-ounce limit on the size of sweetened drinks sold at restaurants, movie theaters, sports venues and street carts. It would apply to bottled drinks as well as fountain sodas.
The ban, which could take effect as soon as March, would not apply to diet sodas, fruit juices, dairy-based drinks or alcoholic beverages. Nor would it include drinks sold in grocery or convenience stores. Food establishments that don't downsize would face fines of $200.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Wednesday that he ''thinks it's what the public wants the mayor to do.''
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sodas and sugary juices are two of the six biggest culprits when it comes to the empty calories that are causing the American obesity epidemic.
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Cervix question?
i think it's typically through u/s or the moms having contractions/bleeding and getting checked, but there are lots of moms here with that problem, so keep bumping, you may get an answer from someone more knowledgeable in it than me.
hmm...I don't know but I think if you have had any pelvic exams in this pregnancy that maybe that could tell. My midwife did a pelvic and pap-smear on me in my early second trimester and made the comment that my cervix was long, posterior, and closed so I think maybe they can tell that way?
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I wish I knew...maybe it had to be through an ultrasound? I'll bump for you though :)
Happy stepmama to Will, Tutu an Titi
Three sad losses
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Wife(22) to Joey(28). Mommy of 3 Kai(11/08), Jasmine(4/10), N' Jordan(1/28/2013)Proud2b a painmed free laboring, lactating, schoolin', workin' mommy!
Honestly, I have no idea, never really heard about it but I can go alittle TMI on you.
I don't know if you have ever felt yourself up for the purposes of well, anything from just doing it to pregnancy reasons... but you can feel your cervix. I can tell you that mine hurts sometimes when I have sex because it hits and man that sucks! I would assume though to atleast some degree you/ your ob/ whoever else, could tell if your cervix is short or not just by doing an exam. Like I said, honestly I have no idea, but if your concerned ask your doctor! They can tell you alot more than the ladies on this website.
At the scan, I had 0.8 cm of cervical length left ( supposed to be at least 3 cm). I was sent to labor and delivery to be monitored and given the hard news that I may lose the baby. I was watched overnight, and since nothing changed/progressed, I was able to have a cerclage (stitch) placed. I am currently on strict bed rest and things look better, but still not perfect.
I just wanted to share my story, since I really had no major warning signs other than some pressure. Also, if
I had the scan a couple of days later, I would have probably miscarried.
Don't want to scare anyone, but do want to tell everyone to listen to their body, and don't be scared to call your OB/midwife, no matter how small the concern
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But Bibi didn't come to the "eternal city" just to preach to the pontifex about the persecution of Jews in Medieval Spain.
member of the supreme college of priests in ancient Rome, 1570s, from Latin pontifex "high priest, chief of the priests," probably from pont-, stem of pons "bridge" (see pons) + -fex, -ficis, root of facere "make" (see factitious). If so, the word originally meant "bridge-maker," or "path-maker."
Weekley points out that, "bridge-building has always been regarded as a pious work of divine inspiration." Or the term may be metaphoric of bridging the earthly world and the realm of the gods. Other suggestions trace it to Oscan-Umbrian puntis "propitiary offering," or to a lost Etruscan word, in either case altered by folk etymology to resemble the Latin for "bridge-maker." In Old English, pontifex is glossed in the Durham Ritual (Old Northumbrian dialect) as brycgwyrcende "bridge-maker."


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Sometimes I hate closing the computer down for the night but you have to sleep once in awhile.Lol Have a great week and keep on keeping on.
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Howdy! Another crisp chilly morning here.Probably won't warm up much untill noon time.My wife is making soup and grilled cheese sandwiches for lunch.Take care!
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I got my Pumpkin yesterday. As I was very excited to start carving it, we got torrential rains.
So now I watched 1 episode of BONES, and 4 episodes of LONGMIRE.
I usually do not watch TV, but we TIVO AND AMAZON AND HULU and ROKU.
Well I do not but my family does.
So I slept late, like an Angel. ( As my friends know I am not an angel). But I got out of my arm splint and started therapy today. Shooting range in 2 - 3 weeks I am back for my lessons.
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Former Pawtucket Red Sox manager Gary DiSarcina has been selected as Baseball America's 2013 Minor League Manager of the Year.
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The mystery of a missing $350,000 diamond ring in Florida has been solved. A house cleaner has been arrested and charged with grand theft after she allegedly sold the ring to a pawn shop for $4,800. She told police she needed the money to feed her children.
Cody Mejias, 26, was an employee of a cleaning service that cleaned the Stuart, Fla., home of Robert Hill and his wife on Dec. 21. The ring disappeared from the house and the couple were convinced that it was stolen and not lost, so they hired top Florida private investigator John Milano.
Milano said it was a failed polygraph test that led him to Mejias.
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Most Interesting Places for Skype Calls
From our own backyards to places all around the world, we use Skype for a taste of life from every corner of the planet. Check out some of the most interesting places Skype has been used. At the North Pole Although he didn't see Santa, Mark Wood called from the icy tundra of the North … Read more
Back to School for Business Owners Too? Yes!
Many people dread the end of summer, what with the darker, colder days the end of the year brings in much of the world. But on the bright side, kids are heading back to school, a relief for many moms and dads. We often hear from many in the Skype for Business community about their … Read more
The Unexpected Star – Skype's Greatest Cameos!
From the small screen to the big screen, Skype has had many Hollywood moments over the last decade. Check out these amazing cameo appearances by Skype on film, TV and in the news. Check out some of our faves: Iron Man 3 How does the most technologically advanced man in the world – Tony Stark … Read more
War Veterans Movie Shows Power of Human Connection
"This is a small movie about a really big subject," says Martin Papazian of his film LEAST AMONG SAINTS. Martin wrote, directed and starred in this story about an Iraq and Afghanistan war veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who takes on a new mission: caring for a boy from a broken home back in … Read more
Teens Get Scoop on Simon Cowell Through Vloggers & Video Messaging
Talent judge Simon Cowell faced a tough examination when YouTube stars Joe Sugg and Meghan Camarena asked their teen fans in the US and UK to send in questions for the music mogul using Skype video messaging. In a wide-ranging interview at Simon's LA mansion, it quickly became apparent that the new Skype feature is … Read more
Skype Around the World
The world sometimes seems like a really small place – with just a click of a mouse we can be on a video call with a friend across the world. Or in less than a day, we can get on a plane and be on the opposite side of the globe. But even though the … Read more
10 Questions Answered for Skype's 10th Anniversary
My my, how time flies when you're having fun! Ten years ago, in Estonia, a small group of people started something really big. They started a journey which, so far, has taken us to the top of Mount Everest, the Arctic and around the world on a daily basis. Next week marks Skype's tenth anniversary … Read more
Celebrating Skype for Outlook.com in the US
Over the last few months, we've been working hard to deliver the preview version of Skype for Outlook.com to countries across the globe, including the United Kingdom, Brazil, Canada and more. Today, we're celebrating the availability of a preview version of Skype for Outlook.com in the US! The Skype for Outlook.com preview makes it easy … Read more
Running a Business Out of a Backpack
Mike Michalowicz is the well-known author of business books The Pumpkin Plan and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur magazine and American Express's "Open Forum" blog series, and has appeared as an entrepreneurship expert on a number of television news programs. It was a dark and stormy night. For real. I'm … Read more


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Globetrotting: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
This is a trip of firsts. It's my first time in Fort Lauderdale, my first mass wedding, my first time toasting nuptials at 8 in the morning, and my first time welcoming the day with Lance Bass. Yet something about Fort Lauderdale feels familiar.
I've traveled to several cities since I was a kid, but as an adult I turned my attention away from Disney and Gulf of Mexico beaches. Miami and Key West seemed the best option for a lesbian on the loose in the tropics. But I kept hearing about Fort Lauderdale. That it had more LGBT offerings than anywhere in Florida, and as the seat of liberal Broward County, it's the most out-and-proud of the Sunshine State's mixed political landscape. Plus the city recently rolled out a tourism campaign to welcome transgender travelers, a first in the United States. The more attention I paid, the more intriguing the city became.
Keep reading over at Passport magazine online.
Over-Packers Rejoice; Airlines Do Not Plan on Making Carry-On Luggage Smaller
Last week, it was reported that the International Air Transport Association (IATA) recommended standardizing and shrinking the maximum carry-on luggage size to 21.5 in. x 13.5 in. x 7.5 in. in an effort to increase the amount of space in overhead storage bins.
Recently, after significant concerns expressed by the North American public, the Huffington Post reported that the IATA was withdrawing the suggestion.
While some European and Asian companies already agreed to the proposal, the U.S.A.'s 3 largest airlines (American, Delta, and United) formally came out against the proposal last Wednesday.
Delta Airlines even issued this statement, "Delta has no plans to reduce the size allowance for carry-on bags, and we are concerned IATA called for a change without input from airlines. Our focus and investment in the carry-on experience have been on installation of larger bins on domestic and international aircraft, and will continue to be on delivering the reliable bag service – checked or carry-on – that Delta customers have come to expect."
And so it appears that travelers' extra pairs of shoes still have a home in their carry-on bags – at least for now.
Celebrate Summer with the Ali Forney Center in New York City
Despite the statistics that there are over 4,000 homeless youth in New York City, of which over 1,000 are LGBT, New York State continues to reduce funding for the organizations that help this segment of the population. The nation's largest resource for these young men and women is The Ali Forney Center, which has been housing LGBT youth since 2002. This organization has proven itself as the safety net for many who are in desperate need of shelter and care. Support this vital organization at The Ali Forney Center's 2nd Annual OASIS event on July 20. Join others at the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers for cocktails on the pier and bid on an array of auction items. The evening includes an open bar courtesy of Chopin Vodka, a raffle prize of a trip for two to Amsterdam provided by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Wyndham Rewards, music by DJ JonJon Battles, an extensive silent auction, and RuPaul's Drag Race contestant Alaska Thunderfet.
World Eats: Hong Kong
While Hong Kong's local tongue and cuisine may be Cantonese, it sure does pack a wealth of international flavor these days. An influx of young international chefs and restaurateurs is shaking up the culinary landscape, and while amazing Dim Sum is still easy to find, dining envelopes are being pushed all over the place. In fact, the Michelin guide, upon the launch of its seventh Hong Kong/Macau edition in January, proclaimed that, "Hong Kong has become an undisputed leader in the international culinary landscape."
Here are some of our current musts when visiting Hong Kong. Of course, when in town also check out HK (hk-magazine.com), Time Out (www.timeout.com.hk), OpenRice(www.openrice.com/en/hongkong) and their respective smartphone apps for up-to-the-minute restaurant openings and culinary developments.
West Coast Road Trip: Buckle Your Seat Belt!
Given her gargantuan size, you wouldn't think I'd have to muscle my way through a crowd of hundreds to see her, but on this August afternoon she is wrapped in layers of tourists as if we are padding her from the passing breeze. Up close, she generates the same automated response from all who see her. First we gasp, then we let out a collective 'wow' and we do so because we are so taken by her luscious curves: as enticingly shapely as those of a burlesque dancer, her impressive coloring: as vivid as a peacock's plumage, and the way she captivates with her immense, unwavering beauty. I am of course referring to a first-time visit to the Grand Canyon. This moment of awe is not the beginning of a journey, but rather a mighty finale.
My trip actually begins more than two weeks prior outside Twedes Cafe in North Bend, Washington where I am figuring out how I'll make the best out of my short time in the Pacific Northwest. North Bend is a sleepy mountain community 30 miles east of Seattle and made famous as the setting for the TV series Twin Peaks. Much like the Emerald City, it is perpetually draped in a blanket of grey skies that pull back every so often to reveal a beaming and gentle sun. In just a few minutes I will slip into the role of uncle and swing by the farm where my sister and her family share land with visiting herds of elks and the occasional wandering bear.
Cyndi Lauper Talks True Colors Fund, Toronto Pride
Time after time, iconic songstress Cyndi Lauper has been clearing her own path. Her debut solo album, She's So Unusual, was the first female debut to chart four top-five hits on the Billboard charts. Today, you can find her in the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, with a Grammy and a Tony to boot. And in her recent interview with Fashion, the avid LGBT activist makes it clear that she's not slowing down.
Read on as Cyndi Lauper discusses Toronto Pride, her evolving style, Cyndi Lauper drag queens (or a lack thereof), and her True Colors Fund to benefit homeless LGBTQ people. Via Fashion:
In the 80s, you were known for your wacky, awesome style. Would you say that your style has changed over time?
I think I'm very demure now. (Note: Cyndi has bright pink hair and is wearing a punk-inspired plaid blazer, leather skinny pants, and the aforementioned talon shoes.) I do not want to look conservative, in any way, shape, or form. But I think I look very demure.
You were one of the international grand marshals of the Pride parade that happened in Toronto this past weekend…
I [was]! I [went] as Marie Antoinette in her underwear.
Have you ever seen any Cyndi Lauper drag queens?
No, I haven't actually. I'm not big like Tina Turner. There are a lot of Tina Turner drag queens. I did see a Joni Mitchell one once. They played dulcimer too. I almost died.
You've always been outspoken, whether it's "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" or advocating for homeless queer youth. What inspired you to start the True Colors fund?
There was a need. [It's estimated that 40% of homeless youth are LGBT.] Lisa and I were doing the True Colors tour, and at the end of the tour we realized that we just couldn't leave everybody hanging. So we did the fund, and the kickoff for the fund was going on the Donald Trump show. That was a trip. That's one good thing Donald Trump did. He supported the LGBT community by having me on and we won some money that we put towards the True Colors Fund.
What would you say has been the highlight of your career?
Winning the Tony, working with Harvey [Fierstein], that was a big thing. The Songwriter's Hall of Fame. That was big because I always had to fight to get my own songs on my own album. So it was a big deal for them to recognize me as a songwriter. I don't know if they recognized me as a songwriter because I won the Tony [for Best Original Score]. I was the first woman to win it. But who cares.
To read the rest of the Fashion interview, click here.
International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission Orders Turkey to Respect LGBTI's Right to Peaceful Assembly
The International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission came out in sharp reproach today after Turkish police officers employed tear gas, water cannons, and rubber bullets on parade goers at Istanbul's LGBTI Pride Parade on Sunday.
"The Turkish government has a responsibility to protect peaceful assembly, including the annual LGBTI pride parade," said Jessica Stern, executive director of IGLHRC. "Instead, the police attacked peaceful marchers with water cannons, pepper spray, and plastic bullets. To add insult to injury, the government refuses to even acknowledge the violence of their actions."
According to eyewitness reports, simmering tensions began to erupt after police forces disallowed speakers to read from their press releases, arresting journalists soon thereafter. Officers consequently charged peaceful protestors at the Istanbul Pride Parade with pepper spray, pressurized water, and plastic bullets.
In a striking counterdemonstration, attending parliamentarians from HDP [People's Democratic Party] and CHP [Republican People's Party] built a human chain by linking arms to protect protestors against oncoming officers.
Turkish authorities have yet to address their police's use of force. Organizers were initially warned that authorities would possibly threaten the parade because it interfered with the holy month of Ramadan. Yet, the Istanbul Governorate cited security concerns "based on intelligence gathered from the social media and the media outlets" in a press release on Monday, as rationale behind the last-minute "ban."
"The authorities in Turkey keep changing their story about what happened," said Hossein Alizadeh, IGLHRC program coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa. "However, media reports about police only resorting to force after some demonstrators erected banners to protest the government indicate the real interest might very well have been to silence anti-government voices."
Meet Lily, The World's First Throw-and-Shoot Camera
Just toss it up in the air to begin.
Lily, the world's first throw-and-shoot camera, self-maneuvers using a GPS tracker in its owner's bracelet, soaring though the sky at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour. The Lily Camera also shoots high-quality photos and videos, fits snug in your average backpack, and doesn't mind getting wet.
But, did we mention it takes a mean selfie?
Engineered with an accelerometer, barometer, GPS, and not one, but two lenses, the "Waterproof Selfie Drone," as dubbed by photographer Von Wong, has stirred quite the buzz on social media for its capability to potentially revolutionize just how we snap our photos.
"Our medium- and long-term goal is to democratize flying cameras," CEO and co-founder Antoine Balaresque told CNBC. "Make it available for kids to professional filmmakers. There will be different price points and user experiences, but in the next five years we'd like everyone to have cameras."
Anyone can pre-order a Lily of their own for $599, but after pre-sales, Lily will soar to $999 plus applicable taxes and shipping.
Not sold just yet? Check out the video demonstration below:
Celebrating 10 Years of Marriage Equality In Vancouver
When we heard the news about the SCOTUS decision to legalize same sex marriage in the US last week, we were celebrating 10 years of marriage in Canada at a breakfast with Vancouver in NYC. The city with the largest gay population in Western Canada has been celebrating the anniversary with a contest, "Celebrate 10 Years of 'I Do' in Canada Sweepstakes." Enter here. #equalinvan
Before same-sex marriage became a reality that morning, in true Vancouver spirit, Carlotta Gurl, Vancouver's own drag queen extraordinaire, entertained the crowd. In a sparkling off-white (bien sur) wedding gown, she served us wedding inspired songs like 'Going to the Chapel,' 'White Wedding,' and 'Love & Marriage' with 'Single Ladies' and 'You're Gonna Love Me' thrown in for good measure.
After that she and Vancouver slid down a rainbow right to the steps of Stonewall to celebrate with the rest of the city. Plan your trip to gay Vancouver here!
Here's How You Can Fly to Fiji For $800 or Less
To those of you dreaming of an exotic getaway without breaking the bank, good news is here – but you need to act fast.
Fiji Airways (formerly Air Pacific) is celebrating its birthday with a special treat; Round trip flights to Fiji, New Zealand, and Australia for $800 or less.
If you're shipping out from somewhere other than L.A. or Honolulu you will have to pay for the extra legs of your flight separately, but as a somewhat frequent traveler to the Pacific, I can attest that these are probably the cheapest tickets you will find.
The sale is only through July 1, aka tomorrow, so don't wait to book!
For more information or to book tickets visit Fiji Airways sale website.


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Strategy vets looking to play FTL on the go will be able to do so when the iPad version releases "soon." According to Joystiq, the price of the game will be $10, the same as the PC version.
"Presumably the higher price point will make players a little bit more discerning on whether or not FTL will be something that they're interested in," Subset Games co-founder Justin Ma said. "Which is funny, because we're very expensive on iPad with the same price that's extremely cheap on PC. It could even be the same users that have the different perception of what is a $10 game, just based on the system."
According to Ma, Advanced Edition will be a "pretty huge expansion." The new expansion was announced late last year and includes new systems, sectors, events, weapons, and more. These new features were planned to be in the original game but Subset Games couldn't fit them in, Ma said. One new feature is a "Return to Stations" button that allows players to mobilize their crew to a specific formation.
FTL: Advanced Edition will come as a free upgrade to existing PC users. For iPad owners, expect to find it soon on the App Store.
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The Global Institute for Emerging Healthcare Practices is the applied research arm of CSC's Healthcare Group. The mission of the Institute is to track worldwide trends, conduct multi-country studies and evaluate emerging operational practices and technologies that have the potential to improve performance of health industries around the world. By merging trends and experience across geographies, we help healthcare providers learn about and capitalize on best practices no matter where they are developed.
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Health Service Journal: Integrated Care: In the United Kingdom, Health Service Journal is asking the question, "Everybody is talking about integration, but can the NHS deliver?"
When Hospitals Merge: Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Mergers and acquisitions are on the rise among hospitals and healthcare organizations, with organizations looking to gain scale, increase geographic diversity, and add new capabilities.
TeleServices for Better Health: The Decade of the Non-Doctor Clinician: The growing use of technology in the healthcare workforce will change how people work, what's expected of them, and what types of skills will be most valued.
Preventing Hospital Readmissions: The First Test Case for Continuity of Care: The next phase of work to minimize hospital readmissions will achieve a formal connection with organized care management for every patient covered by this type of program.


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If they wanted to cut Shields, Dana would say, "Shields is 4-2-1 since he's been in the UFC. In his losses, he was dominated by GSP and was knocked out by Ellenberger in less than a minute. From his 4 wins, 3 of them were split decisions in which many thought he should've lost, so technically he could have even been 1-5-1. That's a guy that's on the latter end of his career"
If they wanted to hype up Shields, Dana would say, "Shields was the first guy to take 2 rounds from GSP in his title reign. His other loss was 2 weeks after his dad died, who was also happens to be his manager. I don't care how tough you are, but nobody's head will be on straight after that. Jake is 3-0-1 since that loss and his last 2 wins were against Woodley, who is fighting for the #1 contendership and Demian Maia, who has the best BJJ in the UFC and Shields outgrappled him!"


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The patent system is just as sane and reliable, same mathematical and scientific process. The language and interpretration of the laws and the fact that there's political division (inconsistent standards of perspective/authority) without acknowledging it is what screws up the process here.
Possible returning player, but have questions.
Questions & Answers « Star Wars: The Old Republic
Another possible returning player looking for info to convince me to re-download.
Played from pre-launch to 'Kaon under Siege' predominantly with Bounty Hunters (Pyro/Hybrid Merc main and a PowerTech Hybrid alt). Both are level 50.
Simply put I've looked at F2P matrix and it doesn't look like I'll have any MMO functionality if I do return (despite being a pre-order and having purchased the Game). Question is mainly for 'returning' players.
How much do you have when you get back, My server was Iron Citadel but it isn't listed anymore and I had characters on multiple servers. Did they wipe characters and/or their inventory. Is there anything (Operations/Flashpoint wise) that I may be able to do as a F2P+game box purchaser. Did they ever get the Open World PvP world/zone working and worth playing.
BTW, I'm not looking for Opinions so much as Info/Stories/explainations of your opinions.
I know they added a Group Finder and I've read on SWTOR forums that BH's have been consistently nerfed but that doesn't phase me, I don't care if its challenging just whether it can be fun (victory/value from teams is possible) - I ran operations as a Pyro Merc despite the class being unpopular to use in it (and was in fact in demand by those that ran with me despite that). I don't have much more info on that other than hearing EA is acting typical of EA's money grubbing nature which doesn't surprise me and may or may not change whether the game is or is not fun.
I have numerous other games & Beta's I could play but I'm looking for specific group/community activities right now that may be present in SWTOR.
Thank you for any thoughtful & informative replies.
How can lifetimers get back at Funcom?
General Discussion « The Secret World
Honestly, I have lifetime sub with STO. Tried to be part of the Beta TSW but the client just wouldn't work for me.
My opinion on the lifer sub for TSW (based on my experience with STO's) is its not that great but its also not that bad either. I rarely play STO but I find my allowance adds up while I'm playing other games. Expirations on how long the allowance will be valid for are either inaccurate or violating the Terms of the Lifetime Sub agreement (if you have a lifetime sub - your account CAN'T expire or cease for as long as the game is live - whether you play it or not and that would include any balances or credits associated with it). The allowance adds up - not as fast as it does for someone actually paying for the credit/virtual currency. It will allow you to buy optional content of your choosing when you accrue enough.
The things I find making it less than STO's is the lack of Exchange for in-game currency (F2P aka play credit currency) to and from Content Store currency. The initial benefits for having a lifetime subscription also seem bare, extremely underwhelming and effectively insulting to those would put the money out for it (this coming from someone who doesn't have a lifetime sub or has played the game). As well as part of the allowance being alloted to a purchase that may or not be wanted (if the allowance was 15$ worth then items would be a bonus but right now they seem to be mandatory purchases - I know I never buy XP boosters - the game is enjoyable to play regardless of progression or it isn't - boosters won't change that for me and I haven't little interest in playing a game that isn't enjoyable to JUST PLAY IT, some people adore and love Progression (or have friends they want to 'keep up' with) and those items are for them.
If I am wrong on any FACTS please do correct me as I haven't played the game or own it. My info is strictly hearsay from 3rd parties and FAQ's/News/Beta Info.
Darth Debate: SWG Vs. SWTOR
The Pub at MMORPG.COM « General Discussion
I would say SWG was a better game with an even worse engine than SWTOR, and thats with SWTOR running a heavily modified version of HERO engine (Which I personally hate and have hated every game released using it).
Oh BTW, if the Rose Tinted Glasses/Goggles make my memory of games better...where can I get more of them?
Playing Sniper...Which Faction ?
General Discussion « PlanetSide 2
I can't tell if thats sarcasm or just a flat out lie.
Want to test how many headshots it takes to kill with a sniper - test it in your factions warpgate area on friendlies in the spawn room (it'll give a warning but nothing more than that - grief system isn't in)
Of the Basic starter snipers, Only the NC Bolt Driver can 1 Headshot kill. The Vanu basic starter sniper takes 2 Headshots to kill and the TR take 2-3 Headshots to kill(depending on what armor upgrades they have).
Playing Sniper...Which Faction ?
General Discussion « PlanetSide 2
As far as starter weapons for infiltrators,
The NC have the best: {edit: Not LA80 - faster bullet speed unlock} NCBolt Driver which usually will 1 shot kill (unless they are full health and you don't hit the neck/head region). 1-2 shots to kill, Bolt Action 1st shot fires next 'shot' chambers another round.
However, all the factions can unlock other sniper rifles that are effectively equal to another factions sniper so its redundant (among the TR the SR7 is apparently the 1 shot kill sniper for 1000 cert points but the M77-B is 1 Headshot kill sniper for 100 Cert pts thats only slightly inferior to the LA80).
The only thing that can't be equal to another factions is the Pistol sidearm which Infiltrators will use more than any other class. NC complains about the Mag Shot and say the TR is best but the TR pistol fires 3 round bursts and has a clip to fire 7 bursts, its horribly inaccurate beyond point blank range and it 2-4 HS bursts to kill which is random due the burst spread, at that range most Assault Rifles/Carbines/LMG's and Shotguns will easily win. The Mag Shot is great at medium range can reliably kill with 2 Headshots or 4 non Headshots and retains accuracy to medium range. The VS Beamer is less powerful but roughly comparable to the Mag Shot with downside that it has a very distinct Sound which makes it easy to identify.
I have personally emptied full clips of TR1 Repeaters (21 rounds) into the backsides of players with no chance to miss or them dodge and have had them turn around and 1 burst me down from full health, Not sure if the game is just plagued by hackers, the hit registration is total garbage (seems like if I fire too fast even if hits are basically impossible to miss that only half will register) or there is a stealth Pay2Win feature (Premium members get queue priority and this scenario always happens with them - seems that priority might also give their sync/activity updates priority over non-Premium players - likely an unintended bug).
NC is easy compared to TR but less flexible IMO.
Is PS2 worth trying?
General Discussion « PlanetSide 2
Only if your Really into FPS's. Its just an oversized 3 sided and persistant FPS.
Compared to FPS's its sub-par.
However, it does fill a niche in thats it probably the only one thats persistant and not an RPG. It's unbalanced, Pay2Win (players can buy equipment unlocks which is most of progression in the game) and glitchy as heck - so much so that it might corrupt your OS though you probably can and will avoid that if you try it though (only seems to be an issue with older systems).
It also requires a fairly high end system to be more than a stuttering slideshow in mass battles which are its main attraction and even that isn't likely even with a High end computer as it is a problem with their servers as well as the game client.
Outside of the FPS there is nothing to do or care about.
The Outfits/Clans/Guilds are all FPS oriented entities who are 'typical' of FPS attitudes, which is to say 'ego stroking', Vulgar and largely interested in farming kills for K/D ratios and/or Cert points with no regard to the bigger game (which is what makes most of the bigger game redundant as thats typical of everyone playing since it is such a royal pain to organise and coordinate).
As described by others its a MMOFPS, an FPS just bigger and not necessarily better.
My own answer to the OP is: 'NO' not unless you REALLY like FPS's.
Level scaling... Kind of a joke.
General Discussion « Guild Wars 2
Most loot is scaled to the level range of the zone [usually the trash loot] with reward and some random loot being at your level (though skinned according to the area) thats usually high grade loot.
I haven't noticed a significant difference in experience gain at level 50 in low level zones versus zones at my level. The challenge is typically greater in zones my level though, depending on the 'lay of the land'/zone map - ie. if my setup works well against the type of mobs and situations I'll encounter then I'll do well (and this holds true even when I go into higher than my level zones) whereas if my setup doesn't mesh with the zone well I'll do badly regardless of level of the zone.
For me the leveling scaling makes 'Level' largely redundant in gameplay but still present as 'progression' [kind of like achievement unlocks and that].
[Preview] PlanetSide 2: Taking a FragTour with the NC
News & Features Discussion « General Discussion
NDA.[Confirmed, NDA lifted according to Twitter from 4 Devs and Planetside Universe announcement, love how none of that is posted on the Beta Forums]. To answer your question, Yes the engine is a huge improvement - Optimisation and stability is being worked on and long range animation is bad but its a HUGE improvement already [last I checked which was a week or two ago]. You can Headshot people though only 1 faction can one shot kill with snipers/Anti-Infantry weapons presently - probably don't have to guess which faction that is if you know PS1.
However, SOE has announced that PS2 is using Forgelight engine which as you can see from the released videos is a huge improvement over PS1's engine.
Just don't confuse the Blur Trailers for gameplay.
[Poll] What is The Secret World Worth (to you)?
General Discussion « The Secret World
Nothing, was in Beta (Closed and recieved Invite to Open as well).
Couldn't get the Game to launch, [machine is above min specs - graphics card is only thing not at recommended and even that wouldn't prevent game launching].
Have downloaded the retail client [due to Beta access] and still couldn't launch it. Issue was thoroughly reported and remains unresolved.
Beyond that I couldn't say what the game is 'Worth'.
BTW I voted Nothing for the above reason.
damn the MMO hype monkey robbed me again!
General Discussion « Guild Wars 2
MMOG Lesson #1: "Never trust Hype".
Based on what your looking forward to, I'd imagine GW2 would be WAY off your preferred tastes. Seems you like more Hardcore, Shooter and Survival games. My recommendations (on top of your stated WarZ) are:
{EDIT: Defiance is also worth mentioning though it being a MMO & TV show is probably going to ruin it - depends.}
The target market of GW2 is going to prevent it from being THAT innovative. It is basically a 2nd WoW [World of Warcraft] in that it takes features that are common to a number of games and removes most of the annoyances in those games to make it more enjoyable but not necessarily different.
All very non-Hardcore stances, GW2 was made to be accessable to casuals and enjoyable while still having niches in it to support some Hardcore play. Your not locked into certain content because of level, race, class, grouping preferrence [except with Storyline quests which are the 'Unique' elements to playing it for each character] or PvE/PvP/Crafting preferance [not much you don't get experience/rewards for doing other than Chatting]. Basically, the game probably wasn't your 'taste'/style to begin with. You'll need to shop around and research a bit.
Good luck with your next MMOG 'gamble'.
EA officially determines sub based games are dead.
General Discussion « Star Wars: The Old Republic
Personally, I think they are just clueless as to what 'Content' is and to what Features/Content/Games should use/require a Subscription model.
Saying 'Subscription Model Games are dead' is just an excuse for incompetence and lack of research/thought on their part.
Trying to milk money out of people by charging subscriptions for what is given away for free in a market is always going to turn out badly.
EA will have to work harder to get peoples money, whether work is better games or (more likely) better ways to scam people.
Planetside2 keeps crashing!
General Discussion « PlanetSide 2
You're violating it right here in this thread.
I am in/was in Planetside 2 Beta.
The NDA I signed said we can disclose:
1.the existance of the Beta.
We CANNOT discuss anything else in public.
What you are in doing in this thread is WRONG. Take it to the Planetside 2 Beta Forums, you recieved the link for it in your email. If you lost the email then sorry for you. Contact SOE Support if you have issues.
Are they fixing the reason people left in the first place?
General Discussion « Star Wars: The Old Republic
No, It doesn't fix the main problem (though, the financial industry and stock market seem to be).
SWTOR just makes the game seem more attractive and willing to try out despite the criticism by eliminating the apparent risk.
It also justifies and is more in line with reason why SWTOR fails (EA/BW mishandling of game/customers/etc.) because in a free to play they have no obligation to treat players/customers any better than a piece of garbage that just rolls in off the street.
[some of you might be mortified that people are losing their jobs, I'm not. It'll be BETTER for the people that are worth the money they are getting paid since they'll should have no problem getting a job at a better place [good & competent workers are always in demand - though the compensation might not make it apparent] and get rid of a lot of garbage at EA/BW. The Stock market might actually make something I have dreamed of happening since '84 due a personal dispute with EA about some IP and undefined IP laws, that being to see EA DIE, shutdown, buried, burned to the friggin ground, dissappear forever.
Obviously I'm personally biased against EA so take it with a grain of salt.]
How will the 28 September release of Pandaren influence GW2?
General Discussion « Guild Wars 2
I think people that prefer a WoW experience will try out the expansion [regardless of them liking GW2 or not] and people looking for a more structured experience than GW2 will have something to try.
It might cause a dip in GW2 population but thats hard to predict or even blame on the WoW expansion since a number of players are likely to take breaks from GW2 to begin with. Not like GW2 has a sub to track whose paying[and potentially playing] and whose not.
What makes the hype different this time around?
General Discussion « Guild Wars 2
There is no difference in the Hype.
However, this game is Buy2Play. The content for the price is good so the Hype is a mute point. It doesn't need that much Hype to stay alive and be successful, it just has to retain enough players to.
As others have stated there is enough content and player created content (PvP) to maintain a decent population. Unlike a lot of other games that Need to keep new players coming in and/or have difficulty maintaining enough 'content' for their games community to maintain a reasonably healthy game population.
The real problem with the MMO community.
The Pub at MMORPG.COM « General Discussion
You need to read and comprehend posts a little better before responding to them. {Underlined a sentence in quote of my post}
Also, No need to be insulting because I posted a reply in the thread.
The real problem with the MMO community.
The Pub at MMORPG.COM « General Discussion
Yes, its a generalisation and yes its not accurate. However, from appearances it is accurate because that behavior is more apparent, also the industry has been capitalising on it [quick and easy way to make money].
Most of it stems from Player versus Player. A generalisation and not actually at PvP gamers, but rather the mentality thast prevalant in PvP games [competition]. Smack talking turned into segregation[players distancing themselves from players they didn't like] then turning into Elitism [ie. largely due to player forgetting about the bigger world and focusing on their own smaller world because its simply nicer to them]. None of that is actually abnormal or unnatural, happens in and out of gaming in all walks of life.
The problem is actually caused due to the accessibility/virtual nature of medium. People in MMOG's are thrown into effective chatrooms where there is little distinction between virtual constructs and Real people not to mention lack of consequence for virtual actions. So the last point of the previous paragraph is never effectively dispelled. Then it just becomes of matter 'Giving what you get' and spreads like a fire depending on how flammable[vulnerable to inflammatory treatment] the players being hit by it are. Like a fire, it ends up creating a lot Smoke [Troll posts, spam, grief play] that obscures the original purpose of the game [to both players and developers] and that obscurement causes the developers to develop the game around that behavior [whether it fits with the project or not].
Which ultimately ends up creating a mood or appearance across the community that it is what the community is like/about.
If your wondering whether thats right or not for the community:
Survey - After playing, how did GW2 live up to your pre-playtime expectations?
General Discussion « Guild Wars 2
Fell short.
Wasn't expecting much and its not that its bad. It just the features of it don't seem to add up that well.
I spend most of the BWE's in World PVP which I both love and hate (not that great at low level and with the character wipe before last BWE I haven't ecperienced it as High Level). Zerg fest IMO.
The story is....meh. I don't like how its presented though the stories aren't that bad and you do have effect on the outcome but it doesn't feel like you have any. Play the story content here and there to sample but just didn't care for it.
The Dynamic Events...Well its a better form of grinding but thats about it. Better than other games (not as deep content wise but more accessable and more varied).
The Match PvP ... standard I guess, didn't care for it before and don't now.
Crafting, nicer than most but haven't had the chance to really explore it. Not much reward for the work IMO but nice for those that like crafting. (ie. ability to experiment with a decent UI to handle it & variety of outcomes/craftables)
Clan/Guild system, didn't experience it (was in 1 guild briefly 2nd to last BWE and did absolutely nothing with it - horrible guild) so no comment on that.
Classes and Races were unique and had character but were also rounded but progression seemed shallow. Not really surprised by this as thats not necessarily bad or new for Guild Wars. (never advanced to high levels so couldn't experience the Trait system all that much - I'm guessing thats were most the custom progression will occur)
Mainly, the various elements just didn't seem mesh with each other all that well IMO and can't really explain why? Basically I never felt like I had any purpose or place in the game, I was just doing stuff randomly.
free to play?
General Discussion « The Repopulation
The Cash Shop will likely turn into a Pay2Win simply to generate income because most people probably won't want to spend money for cosmetics and/or convienance items.
Of course, who knows they might implement a Pay2Win shop that doesn't break the game by selling Clan/Guild assets to individual players (would need a clan/guild to make functional use of the items and make the player more attractive to clans/guilds because of the increased guild/clan functionality that comes with them) but are largely only nice for cosmetics & possibly some conviences that aren't exclusive to Cash Shop items to an individual player (like a High Quality crafting bench that doesn't charge fees to the owner but are commonly found in hubs/cities, extra secured storage space, etc.).
Yeah, it may be like tieing a piece of meat around someones neck to get a dog to play with them but....it works and some people will actually need it depending on how well/poorly they fit with the games community.


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Mobile malware explodes, hits corporate networks
Smartphone users have seen an explosion of malware in the past year, dominated by schemes targeting Google's Android operating system, a survey showed Wednesday.
Smartphone users have seen an explosion of malware in the past year, dominated by schemes targeting Google's Android operating system, a survey showed Wednesday.
Microsoft was in talks to boost its position in the mobile phone market by buying the devices business from Nokia but failed to seal a deal, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday.
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We've all heard that the best offense is a good defense.
That saying is probably going to lose Clemson a lot of games this year.
Who is going to finally step up and score some points for this historically low-scoring Tiger basketball team? Brad Brownell has the defense clicking but seems to have forgotten the other myriad facets of the game. Rebounding, free throws and point blank lay-ups are just a few items that Clemson needs to work on.
Furman exploded to a 9-0 lead in, causing Clemson to have to claw their way out of a 20 minute long hole. After missing several gimmes from the paint Clemson finally tied the score 24-24 at the half.
Clemson gained the lead early in the second half and although they never relinquished that lead, they never nailed the game shut either. Milton Jennings had a career high 22 points and 14 rebounds and Andre Young scored 15 leaving 22 points to be spread out among the rest of the players who saw time on the court. That is simply not enough points.
While Furman played a solid game, they are a far cry from North Carolina or Duke both of whom Clemson will face soon.
On Tuesday Clemson begins a three game stretch against Iowa, South Carolina and Arizona. After that gauntlet we should know quite a bit more about this team.
If they don't figure out how to put points on the board it is going to be a long season.
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February 14th, 2014
Defending Champion Del Potro, Kvitova Out; Cilic Authors Take Down Of Murray In Rotterdam
Top seeds Juan Martin del Potro and Andy Murray both came up losers Friday in Rotterdam.
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February 8th, 2014
No. 1s Nadal, Serena Williams Pull; ATP/WTA Previews This Week
World No. 1 Rafael Nadal pulled from the event citing a stomach virus…Ferrer shooting for third title in a row…Wildcards went to Ferrer and Argentines Facundo Arguello and Guido Pella…Returning champs in the field are Ferrer (2013-12), Almagro (2011), Robredo (2009), and Monaco (2007).
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September 5th, 2013
Rafael Nadal Says He's Playing Perfect Tennis
Rafael Nadal is peaking at the right time!
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September 5th, 2013
Nadal Embarrasses Robredo; Murray, Djokovic Up Thursday at US Open
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September 4th, 2013
US Open Men's QF Preview: Djokovic, Nadal, Murray The Favorites
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September 4th, 2013
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We are less than a week from the conclusion of the 2013 Grand Slam season, and things in both draws are going to form thus far. Serena Williams continued her domination rudely double-bageling birthday girl Carla Suarez-Navarro tonight in a quarterfinal content that felt like a first round mismatch. Because, really, it was. But Serena [...]
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September 2nd, 2013
Federer Bedazzled by Robredo; Tuesday US Open Preview
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September 2nd, 2013
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August 18th, 2013
Will Isner Pull? Previews: ATP Winston-Salem, WTA New Haven
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July 28th, 2013
Isner, Robredo, Youzhny, Cibulkova, Svitolina Win Titles
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