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3G Internet access using mobile phone + laptop in France
July 11th, 2008 by lucas
In France, we only have 3 mobile network operators: Orange, SFR, and Bouygues Telecom. They usually discuss their rates together to make sure that one of them doesn't break the market by creating too interesting rates (that's why it would be so cool if Free.fr could get a 3G license, and why the governement can tell them "do what we want, or we will give Free a 3G license" – source).
I've long been interested in using my mobile phone with my laptop to access the Internet. With the 3 operators, you can get a contract for a 3G USB key, but that's not really interesting: it's expensive, and there's a limit on volume of data, so you have to monitor your bandwidth. Also, I only need to use my mobile phone as modem a few times a month. So I'm not really interested in paying an expensive monthly fee for that.
What do french MNOs offer?
Most of them have rather interesting offers when you want to get unlimited internet access from your mobile, but that doesn't cover the case of using your phone as a modem, to access the internet on another device (e.g laptop). I'm not sure how they can see the difference, but apparently they do. (It seems that there are hacks making use of those unlimited rates, using your phone as a router between the Wifi network (but your phone has to support Wifi) and the 3G network, using apps like WMWiFiRouter. Another hack is to use the same HTTP proxy on the laptop than on the phone, which seems to give unlimited HTTP access.)
But offers for using your phone as a modem are clearly less interesting (probably because they want to push their USB 3G cards offers):
Apparently, you are billed only based on the volume (see page 46 of this document), with a progressive rate. 5 MB/month costs 9 EUR, 100 MB costs 20 EUR, and over 100 MB, you pay 1 EUR/MB (!).
See page 40-41 of this document. You pay 0.50 EUR for a 30 minutes session, with 2 MB of data included. After those 2 MB of data, you pay 1 EUR/MB.
Those rates are really crazy. Using a mobile phone on an HSDPA network (called "3G+" in France), you can easily reach 1 Mbps. (and I did see this rate while fetching files using rsync, so I was not particularly aiming at performance!). 1 Mbps translates to 7.5 EUR/min using the 1 EUR/MB rate. Or 12.5 cts/sec!!!
Surprisingly, Orange (ex-France Telecom), which is usually not the most innovative MNO and ISP in France, saves us. With Orange, you pay 0.5 EUR for a 20 mins session, with unlimited volume (sessions called "session multimédia" by Orange). I was so surprised that I called the assistance to check. And after trying it yesterday, I was a bit anxious when checking my online bill this morning. But it works!
Important note before you try (from Orange website):
La session multimédia est une tarification valable pour les clients forfaits mobile Orange (hors forfaits Orange pour iPhone, Mobicarte et cartes prépayées). Pour les clients Classique, Intense, Pro, Click le forfait et Initial dont la souscription ou le réengagment est antérieur au 14 juin 2007, pour les clients forfaits bloqués dont la souscription ou le réengagement est antérieur au 16 août 2007 et pour les clients bénéficiant d'une offre blackberry, l'accord exprès de l'abonné à bénéficier de la session multimédia est nécessaire. Les autres clients bénéficient de la tarification au volume.
12 Responses to "3G Internet access using mobile phone + laptop in France"
Marcus wrote on 07/11/08 at 11:40 am :
Hi Lucas,
it comes even better with Orange. You can have 500MB for 9EUR per month. Works even with the prepaid cards. I think with the forfaits it currently is only 5EUR. Above 500MB only the bandwidth gets capped but you don't get charged (as opposed to Bouygues). The thing is hidden in "option multimedia" and you have to call 220 in order to activate it.
The whole thing is very well hidden and even moving around. I just checked and it is in fiche_tarifaire_click_mobicarte.pdf which you can find via "documentation et tarifs". Page 21 explains it.[1]
If you need a working pppd config drop me a mail. I'm using it with the openmoko phone and GPRS can stay online for at least two days while moving around.
[1] http://sites.orange.fr/ge/content/pdf/v2_pdf/documentation/fiche_tarifaire_click_mobicarte.pdf
Lucas wrote on 07/11/08 at 12:26 pm :
@Marcus: I know about this option. But the blurb in the PDF says: " Les usages en mode modem sont facturés en dehors de l'option.". So this works if you are using the internet from the phone, not if you connect your laptop to the phone and run pppd on the laptop. (in that case, you still pay using "sessions multimédia")
Someone told me that he was using this option to connect to the net using his laptop, and that he wasn't billed separately, but using his option internet quota (i.e, that Orange didn't detect that he wasn't using his laptop). But that sounds risky if you have a contract. That someone had a pre-paid card, so he was safe: if Orange started billing him "correctly", he would just empty his prepaid account, not get a huge bill at the end of the month.
Jean wrote on 07/11/08 at 1:00 pm :
I'm actively looking for web access through my phone, and until now everything I saw seemed like a huge ripoff. No operator advertises any option for using the phone as a modem, they only offer the 3G USB key. It also isn't clear if there are pricing differences for using 3G/UMTS, 3G+/HDSP, or good old 1.5G/GPRS. etc…
Actually, the whole situation leaves me frothing in the mouth with rage. I thought our wireless market was better / more competitive than in the US!
This is the second mention I see about Orange having an interesting but covert option. I'll have to check that out. I dislike Orange in general, but my current operator (SFR) doesn't have anything.
So, when is Free getting their license? :p
troll wrote on 07/11/08 at 2:22 pm :
I feel sorry for you people in France. I just got 10eur/mo unlimited 3G+ plan, only the maximum speed is capped to 384kbps…
Olivier wrote on 07/11/08 at 7:47 pm :
Lucas, have a look at Auchan Telecom, it's also rather interesting (with a USB 3G key) and does not require a monthly fee:
– Olivier
Obey Arthur Liu wrote on 07/13/08 at 1:18 pm :
I use the HTTP Proxy technique with an added layer of OpenVPN for fully native internet access. The basics are described here (solution du riche). You need a gateway host with access to port 80 or 443 that you can control though.
You can't accidently mix up unlimited and paid counter on SFR, they use different GPRS gateways (wapsfr and websfr).
It works perfectly for me and I use about 300 Mb a month.
dthcnine wrote on 07/18/08 at 7:30 am :
thanks for the great information…
Aspirin resistance. wrote on 07/27/08 at 4:53 am :
Aspirin overdose….
Aspirin november 3 2006. Aspirin pump your blood….
Ellaine wrote on 07/28/08 at 7:58 am :
this is a great news!
prepaid wrote on 12/8/10 at 5:06 pm :
thank god the prices went down till today…
Nutrisi wrote on 02/22/11 at 12:21 pm :
Thanks for the interesting article :) This is a good read.
Charmaine wrote on 05/12/11 at 7:56 am :
I'll be visiting France this Oct 11 for 2-3 wks.
Can anyone advice which operator has the CHEAPEST call tariffs & 3G rates which I can use on my smartphone?

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Women's Soccer | Saturday, November 4, 2006
Willamette Defeats Pacific 3-1 to Improve to 16-2-2 on Season
FOREST GROVE, ORE. -- Emily Gross (So., F, Medford, OR/North Medford HS) broke a 1-1 tie with 6:31 remaining in the first half and Susan Butler (Sr., MF, Boise, ID, Boise HS) scored with 14:34 left in the game, as the Willamette University Bearcats defeated Pacific University, 3-1, on Saturday, Nov. 4. The Bearcats improved to 16-2-2 on the season, while completing Northwest Conference play with a 13-2-1 record (40 points). Willamette finished second in the conference standings, just one point behind the University of Puget Sound at 13-1-2 (41 points).
The Bearcats, ranked #19 in NCAA Division III, hope their highly successful regular season will carry them into the NCAA Tournament. Willamette has a .850 winning percentage, plus quality wins over UPS (the Logger's only loss of the regular season), Whitworth College (twice) and Pacific Lutheran. WU also tied the University of California-Santa Cruz, which is ranked #5 nationally in NCAA Division III with a 14-0-3 record. All of Willamette's losses and ties have been to teams with winning records. The list of teams selected to the NCAA Tournament will be released at www.ncaasports.com during the evening hours on Sunday, Nov. 5.
Against Pacific, Allison Tenold (Sr., D, Spokane, WA/Ferris HS) scored for Willamette just 3:12 into the game. She produced the goal on a header as she worked to convert a corner kick play. Laura Uhlmansiek (Sr., Midfielder, Woodinville, WA/Overlake HS, who took the corner, was credited with an assist. Pacific equalized at 23:23 when the Boxers counter-attacked after the Bearcats took another corner kick. The break-away opportunity led to a goal by Meghan. Fredette, as Becca Roth earned an assist.
The score remained 1-1 for just over 15 minutes before Gross scored to give the Bearcats the lead for good. Willamette continued to hold a 2-1 advantage at halftime and maintained a one-goal cushion until Butler scored an insurance goal at 75:26. Butler's goal was earned on a header after receiving a crossing pass from Meghan Anderson.
Butler leads the Bearcats in scoring with nine goals and five assists for 23 points. Anderson received an assist on the play. She is now tied with Gross for second place on Willamette's scoring list with six goals and a team-high nine assists (21 points). Gross has scored eight goals and five assists (21 points).
Willamette concluded the regular season with 43 goals scored and just nine goals against. Only one team, Puget Sound scored two goals against the Bearcats. The Loggers accomplished the feat in a 2-1 win over Willamette on Oct. 20. The Bearcats have won four games in a row and are 6-1-1 in their most recent eight matches.


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According to the information on the website, within 21 days, the user who completes three sessions will see a measurable reduction in their body fat. For viewers who have questions about the procedure, there is contact information available on the website including direct phone numbers (international calls), mailing address and email address.
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No information on price is given on the website nor is there any information from scientific research supporting the use of ultrasound to reduce the look of body fat. The Ultracontour program is a fat reducing program and not a weight loss solution. The process is closer to cosmetic than long term weight reduction.
- Marked reduction in visible fat according to the clinics self imposed studies.
- There is an official website with contact information.
- There is no official proof that ultrasound reduces fat.
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Losing weight is about reducing the amount of fat in the body, not about reducing the look of fat in the body. There are many programs that aim to spot reduce fat and none of these programs are true weight loss solutions. Just because the fat on the body appears smaller or smoother does not mean the fat is no longer there.
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Title 30 contains two components: the number 30 and the twenty-fourth letter of the alphabet - X, written in the transcription. If you put them together and read the Russian manner, we get ZOH (ЗОХ). So called musician friends and relatives.
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LIVE BLOG: No. 4 Michigan hockey opens CCHA home schedule against Ferris State
The Michigan hockey team's eight freshmen have gotten their first glance at the intensity of CCHA play. Last weekend, the Wolverines dropped the opener and edged past Northern Michigan in a shootout in the second game of the set.
Tonight, the nation's hottest team invades Yost Ice Arena. Ferris State hasn't lost yet and has looked capable of making a run for the CCHA title early on. The Bulldogs swept Miami (Ohio) at home last weekend.
For Ferris State, the nod between the pipes goes to senior Taylor Nelson. Nelson has split time with freshman C.J. Motte early on in goal. Both have been stellar for head coach Bob Daniels.
Stay tuned to the live blog for all of the action from Yost, as Michigan tries to deal the Bulldogs the first loss of the season.
The talents of both starting goaltenders were on display in the first period. With help from their defenses, scoring chances were hard to come by and goals were nonexistent.
Michigan's power play woes continued when they skated with a man advantage about midway through the period. NoThe Ferris State penalty kill was extremely successful, keeping the Wolverines away from Taylor Nelson.
Following the period, the Bulldogs maintained a narrow 9-7 shots advantage. With poor passing, Michigan failed to gain any early advantage.
The puck sailed back and forth between the two zones for most of the period. Both teams alternated taking quick, unfruitful possessions.
The period opened up with a quick Michigan scoring chance, but junior forward Chris Brown was whistled for goaltender interference and sent to the penalty box. However, a Ferris State power play unit that has been superb this season was unable to capitalize on the Wolverines' first penalty of the evening.
Just one minute later, the Bulldogs were whistled for slashing and it was Michigan's turn to skate a man up. Coach Red Berenson discussed at length crucial the special teams would be, and the Wolverines answered the call at this juncture. With 15 minutes to play in the period, freshman forward Phil Di Giuseppe received a pass from David Wohlberg that caught Nelson completely off-guard. Di Giuseppe finished easily for the power play tally.
Then, it was freshman center Travis Lynch who tallied his third goal of the season. Sophomore defender Mac Bennett and junior defender Lee Moffie assisted Lynch as the Wolverines went up 2-0.
After a Ferris State penalty, Michigan resumed its impressive power play in the second period. Senior forward David Wohlberg took care of the puck on a wrister than rattled the cage. The goal was disputed and confirmed and the score stood 3-0 Michigan.
After a Michigan penalty, its penalty kill unit was nowhere near as successful. As the penalty was about to expire, Ferris State beat Hunwick with three minutes remaining in the period. Entering the second intermission, the Wolverines maintained its 3-1 lead.
Michigan likely closed the book on any chances of a Ferris State comeback eight minutes into the final period when sophomore forward Derek DeBlois scored his first goal of the season. Guptill and Sparks assisted on the tally.
DeBlois emerged from a crowd of Wolverines around the net to finally poke it in.
But with seven minutes remaining in the period, the Bulldogs pulled within two scores with senior center Jodie Johnston's power play goal. Ferris State's phenomenal play with an advantage this season continued, but it would prove to be too little, too late.
Di Giuseppe scored on an empty net to close out the scoring. The Wolverines defeated the previously undefeated Bulldogs, 5-2.


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Love & Hip Hop Atlanta: Is Mimi "Molly The Maid"?
An ongoing storyline in Atlanta has been the awkward relationship triangle between Joseline, Stevie J, and Mimi. Although Joseline and Stevie are still working together (and sleeping together… are you surprised?), Mimi thought it would be good to move in with her daughter's father, in order to keep Joseline away from Little Eva. To Mimi's dismay, this plan backfired right in her face when Joseline just strutted into the house and referred to her as the maid — specifically, "Molly The Maid." Within a few moments, Mimi was screaming at Stevie as he "escorted" Joseline outside.


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North Korea state media has confirmed that the country's leader put the nation's missile units on standby, to attack U.S. Military bases in South Korea and the Pacific.
North Korean state media reported early Friday that leader Kim Jong Un called an emergency military meeting, where he signed off on the order.
The report said the missile units were put on standby in response to the United States flying two nuclear-capable stealth bombers over the Korean Peninsula.
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Science Hill's latest Hall of Fame class was inducted Saturday, a dozen Hilltoppers bridging the gap between the Greatest Generation and Generations X and Y.
As a child, Jim Starr went with his father to watch Plowboy Farmer's 1939-40 football teams go 20-1-1 while marveling at Hilltoppers such as Kermit Tipton and Jack Osborne. Starr hadn't grown much by the time he was in high school and his parents had divorced. So Starr was team manager for whatever sport was in season while adopting Science Hill track/basketball coach Sidney Smallwood as a father figure.
These days, Starr looks in on the 97-year-old Smallwood, the patriarch of Science Hill athletics.
Bob "Weasel" Ellis won two state titles in the high jump (1950-51), but nothing measured up to being with his father in the jumping pit behind his house. Indeed, Ellis, a three-sport standout who started in state tournament baseball games, seemed most proud to reveal that his father could jump about as high as him even when dad was starting to get up in age.
David Hollowell and Mike Kuziola wrestle emotion talking about the impact of their coach at Science Hill, Tony Farrace. None of Farrace's wrestlers hated losing more than Hollowell, who placed fourth at the state on Farrace's first team at Science Hill (1971-72).
Also a starter in football, Hollowell still carries the names of Snake Evans' coaching staff on the tip of his tongue. He wanted to be a coach and help mold men, and he became a national Hall of Fame coach for his work at Greeneville and Briarcrest Christian, where he now coaches.
Most of his accomplishments were gravy. Hollowell's career was essentially complete in the late 1970s when his Greene Devils finally topped Farrace at Science Hill.
Kuziola might've been Farrace's best wrestler. He finished state runner-up as a senior thanks to a bitter decision he'll still be digesting on his deathbed, and he atoned by pinning the same opponent in a rematch.
Farrace had such respect for Kuziola, who went on to a Hall of Fame wrestling career at Middle Tennessee State, that he returned to the mat for him. Kuziola convinced Farrace to wrestle in a Tennessee Pride tournament when Farrace wasn't exactly in peak condition.
Farrace's talent and passion prevailed, though he said he had concerns about a potential heart attack by the time he reached the final. Kuziola urged him not to quit before the final, and Farrace ignored his pounding heart out of respect for the heart of his young champion.
Ray Judy coached cross country, track, golf and football during his 30 years at Science Hill. He coached some of the school's all-time best golfers, including Chip Spratlin, who beat Tiger Woods in an NCAA Tournament.
But the tone in Judy's voice suggests nothing compared to watching his son Todd pull around the edge from his guard position to help pave the way for Steve Fields when Tommy Hundley's Hilltoppers went undefeated in 1979.
Todd Smalling won an AAU national title and ran all the way to Wall Street after being North Carolina State's valedictorian thanks, in part, to the dedication of Science Hill people such as cross country coach Buddy Thomas and math teacher Guy Mauldin. He said Thomas was as passionate in the classroom as he was at conference meets. So was Smalling, who ran injured at a regional to help the 'Toppers when one of nine straight under Thomas.
Susanne Land-Depka won two doubles titles with Becky McAvoy at Science Hill. Land-Depka played against Lindsey Davenport during an impressive junior career, played No. 1 for the University of Illinois and competed professionally for a number of years.
Her high school coach, Mike Voitlein, and former personal coach, Pete Zannis, speak in reverent tones when talking about Land-Depka's power and passion.
But the ultimate in her eyes, you might surmise from an email, is having a mother who still wants to see her daughter's name in the newspaper.
Tara Byrne joined her brother Shane in Science Hill's Hall. Her grandfather Tommy pitched in the majors and her brother Chas pitches in the minors, but Tara is arguably the family ace.
She went to the state tournament in tennis five straight years at Science Hill and set a career wins record at East Tennessee State. But serving a legacy in a family of accomplished athletes netted her the most satisfaction.
Sherrell Gage has kept the scorebook for Science Hill basketball more than 40 years after spending the majority of two decades doing it at Boones Creek. He's seen 60 years of quality basketball players, from the Bars' Monroe Ellis and Toonie Cash to Science Hill's Gary Carter, Shane Williams and Jovann Johnson.
Still, Gage is most pleased talking about what a decent high school player his late son Chad was and how courageous his son Trevor has been battling cancer for too many of the years since he was a Hilltopper football player.
Terry Dellinger received 13 letters in a three-year varsity career. He finished 10th in a conference cross country meet on a day when he was on the football practice field before and after his run.
He also found time to become an Eagle Scout, much to the amazement of all-state football teammate John Rippetoe. A brain tumor kept Dellinger's father from attending the Eagle Scout ceremony, but Science Hill coach Bob May filled in.
Dellinger was lucky enough to get 12 more years with his father, but he's also had a lifetime to smile when thinking of May's kind gesture.
Bryson Bowling grew up going to Science Hill games with his grandfather, Hubert Coleman. They were best friends, a bond that defied their age gap.
When Bowling was four or five years old, they watched his uncle, Brendan Coleman, play basketball at Science Hill. Bowling wanted to be the Hilltoppers' next Brendan Coleman – with his grandfather there proudly cheering.
Alas, Hubert died of a heart attack before Bowling reached Science Hill. But when Bowling was earning a football scholarship to East Carolina with an all-state season, helping the 'Toppers to a state runner-up finish in basketball or running away from the pack in 400 meters victories, Hubert was there cheering in Bowling's competitive spirit.
David Jenkins leaped over hurdles with ease, but his high school career had plenty of gravity. Jenkins won a state title in high school and set a freshman record at the University of Tennessee.
His most vivid moment, however, might be the night Dobyns-Bennett linebacker Regan Fuller died, according to Jenkins, after breaking his neck during Willis Sexton's off-tackle run.
There could've easily been another death. Jenkins was one of several inductees to mention a fan who pulled a gun on Science Hill players during a 1949 game in Erwin.
While most Hilltoppers were said to have been scrambling for cover, Homer Pease went at the man. Pease was Science Hill's seasoned veteran. He'd already been in World War II, but was sent home when the military figured out he'd lied about his age.
The 6-foot-2, 200-plus pound Pease was a legend. He wrestled a bear at a carnival – and won.
Of course, sometimes the bear gets you. Destined to make a mark, Pease was headed for Vietnam when he ran into his ole buddy Starr, who worked at the airport.
Pease referred to Starr as "Short Boy" and told him to hold down the fort in Johnson City until he got back. Although he intended nothing other than a loving sendoff with his words, Starr replied with something to the effect of, "You keep your big head down over there."
Pease never made it back, and now Starr looks at his name on a memorial wall at Science Hill while thinking of Pease's final departure.
Rest assured, many say, Peace would be pleased to know that Science Hill has preserved the spirited Starr's name, too.


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I worked downtown at Shuckers which was located in Stouffers Hotel during the Grand Opening of Tower City. What a great time to work downtown and be apart of such a spectacular place. During the late 80's and early 90's, the work was grea,t people were everywhere and Higbees was still alive and kickin.
Logic people, logic. Had they realized that suspension doesn't keep them from driving but allows them to drive until the next time they are caught. I get the system was faulty but it's faulty from the start.
Let me get this straight, you think someone with a handgun broke into this man's house because they needed to feed their family and doesn't have a job? Really? I can bet my house that this person has never had a job, the gun is stolen and the criminal record is loooonnnnng, better yet no way is he going to take what he earned from that home to feed someone else. Anyone with common sense would know this is NOT how you feed your family.
I guess the people that are in real pain will be forced to plea their case once again and the addicts can prepare to goto treatment. My guess is that less than 10% of the clients that frequent such a place even have a real issue going on, in addition that same 10% while in pain are still addicts as well. Sad very very sad!!!!!
Manners and respect is what is missing in these young boys. I get that they were joking around, there's a place and time. They were warned, and should be repremanded.
How long before the druggies begin stealing them to haul scrap metal? Then they will fine the resident for not having a garbage can, LOL
Furtheremore, we can all save the trash supervisor a trip to sort by dumping our trash on their front lawn :) For thinking this is going to work in Cleveland of all places!
I wonder how long before druggies start stealing them to hall scrap metal? Just like the other cans, then they expect the resident to pay for it, LOL....
How about Clevelanders start dumping their trash on the lawn of whomever thinks this is going to work and allowing them to just sort there?
I can tell you this: my child on the spectrum is in a typical classroom and deserves and works very hard to be there. Many of the typicals are causing just as many problems for teachers: most of the bullying that occurs is done by typicals! most of the out bursts in class are done by typicals! There's no disruption when inclusion is done properely in the classroom because the children whom need special attention are given the instruction and are able to work on their own. It's no different for a parent with a typical child, most of them are causing just as many problems in the classroom. I see it, I know. This goes for daycare as well, my child is the only child on the spectrum at daycare and the one of the most behaved, I know this to be a fact. All of you on your high horses step down and take a look at your children whom may be the cause of issues in the classroom because let's look at the facts: how many typicals to non-typicals in one class? Yes, many more typicals than not therefore can't be all non-typical causing problems there's less of them...
I think DMV needs to begin retesting the elder drivers say 60+ years. It should be the law, if you don't pass you don't flippin drive. 88 year old would still be alive and no accident would have occured. That's the tragedy!
I'm a mother with 2 children in the CSEA systems. I can tell you that the support orders are based upon INCOME on both sides. It can not be based upon how the money is spent! I use the money for child care and to help support my family to live. I make more than the father makes and the child support that is paid is based upon both our earnings. It's split down the middle. It's so biased and it shouldn't be. If the shoe was on the other foot, no man would want a women telling them how and what to spend their child support money on, come really. The mentaility should be: if the two of you were married you would split the cost of living and supporting the child period.
If it she had been in the wrong place at the wrong time an died you would have said God called her home!
LOL how about shear coinsidence, timing, luck....that's all it is
Not only cheaper but current or past county worker is aware of the crooks spending and can do a good job during the audit to cover it up. Bringing someone from the outside would mean an unbiased work performance which could flush out way to much information from the honest. No time to corrupt the new employee
I saw this man standing in the bus stop Saturday morning around 9am at the corner of Stumph and Pearl Road. He looked supicious....
First a foremost, not having the time to teach children regardless of their capacity to learn, LOL. You can see for yourselves how much any teacher in Ohio is making by going here: http://casbohio.com/about/school-salary-database/district-search-public-school-salary-database/?casbFilterValue=Cleveland+City&casbStartRow=200&casbRowCnt=100
Teachers need to step up! They make good money for working part of the year and to complain they can't teach properly is bullcrap!!!
I agree with: tiphie11. This has been happening in the inner city and suburbs for a lot longer then we know. Families back in the day would sweep these kind of things under the rug, even my own family. People are now not afraid to talk and come forth as well as catch the perverts in the process. Some still chose to sweep it under the rug, but how do you stop the cycle? You have to speak up and provide intervention.
Animals!!!!! that's the missing link.
several weeks ago we posted about how the money isn't really there for a medical mart regarding an article of where to build the darn thing. LOL I find this comical!!!
Yes I wonder if the money has been allocated for this project????
The entire flippin county is corrupt! If anyone believes this money exists within the county budget, WAKE THE FU&* UP!!!!!
Let's do a double death sentence, Cooey and this man!!!! Waste no time with him, he is garbage!!!


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NCCU featured in August US Airways magazine
N.C. Central University has been featured in an August US Airways magazine cover story about historically black colleges and universities.
The magazine reaches the airline's 6.5 million domestic passengers and 3.6 million international readers, according to a NCCU release.
The 48-page spread on HBCUs, which includes short articles on 30 of the nation's 100-plus HBCUs, opens with a full-page photo from the NCCU campus, which shows the statue of founder James E. Shepard and the Hoey Administration Building at twilight.
The article about NCCU has the headline "Hearts and Sciences" and focuses on the university's biosciences programs, law school and longtime record for community service.
Duke professors named American Chemical Society fellows
American Chemical Society fellows are nominated by their peers and selected for their achievements to the sciences. Duke chemistry professors Louis DuBose Quin and David Beratan have been selected to be part of the 2013 class.
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Ask Trevor Kienzle about his favorite movies and within an instant he's gushing about Moneyball. "It inspired me," says Kienzle, a lean, bald fellow who hardly looks like the movie's real-life hero, sports executive Billy Beane. (There's even less resemblance to Brad Pitt, who portrayed Beane.) But Kienzle has a bigger point to make.
The movie lionized Beane for building a winning baseball team on a puny payroll. The key: powerful data analytics that pinpointed valuable players who were underpriced in the market. Take a close look at venture capital–where Kienzle and partner David Coats work–and the same number-crunching magic can be put to work, too. At least, that's what the two maverick financiers have been contending nonstop for nearly a decade.
Stubborn to a fault, by 2007 Coats and Kienzle had quit their jobs at mainstream venture capital firms to see if they could set up Silicon Valley's first quant venture firm. Their mission: to stockpile 25 years' worth of data on just about every venture deal ever done, to comb through this data with proprietary algorithms and then to pick investments via pattern-matching software. Naively, they thought they could be up and running by mid-2008. Instead, it took an extra three years to raise all the cash they needed, with harrowing zigzags along the way.
Today Coats and Kienzle are having the last laugh. Their firm, Correlation Ventures, runs a $166 million fund that has made about 85 algorithm-driven investments in startups. Coats is in San Diego and Kienzle in Palo Alto, Calif., though with their hands-off approach they could just as easily run the fund from a submarine under the North Pole. While it's too early to know for sure whether Correlation has the winning touch, its early showings are consistent with funds that eventually produce double-digit-percentage gains.
Correlation's most obvious winner is a $1 million mid-2011 investment in Virsto, a storage software company acquired by VMware in February 2013 for about $200 million. That translates into a 5-to-1 payoff for Correlation, or about 185% a year before fees. Extra profits take shape as companies raise new money at higher valuations than Correlation paid for its shares. A look at Correlation's portfolio shows that likely winners-in-the-making include Good Eggs, Aldea Pharmaceuticals and AirPR.
Many of Correlation's picks involve young Silicon Valley companies that also catch the eye of notable venture firms such as Sequoia Capital, Accel Partners, Battery Ventures, InterWest and Canaan Partners. Those overlaps are deliberate. Correlation's secret algorithms weigh heavily on the track records of the entrepreneurs, investors and other advisors. Correlation believes that reputations aren't random. Also highly prized is a company's ability to spend money efficiently. Correlation has a good idea how much it costs a startup to pass through its stages of development. A prospect rolling ahead on a tight budget looks appealing. A spendthrift rival, not so much.
Beyond that, valuation matters. Correlation's algorithms often turn up companies in out-of-the-way locales such as Oneonta, N.Y. where startups are rarer and bargains may be easier to find. Correlation's selections include a weight-loss company in Chicago (Retrofit), a Nashville payments processor (edo Interactive) and a biotech company in Malvern, Pa. (Galera Therapeutics).
Correlation typically invests $100,000 to $3 million at a time, making it a small to midsize participant in financing rounds led by a fresh venture capitalist. That means Correlation needn't repeat the extensive due diligence of other investors that have already confirmed the startup's health and probity. As a result Correlation acts fast, typically injecting funds into companies just two weeks after initial contact. Traditional venture firms can take as long as six months.
"Correlation is fast, reliable and easy to do business with," says Mark Davis, who cofounded Virsto, the storage software company that VMware ultimately bought. Correlation didn't want a board seat–and didn't offer much business advice–but that hands-off approach suited Davis. He was already graced with all the venture capitalists' wisdom that he needed.
In ego-rich Silicon Valley being bashful can be a competitive advantage. Coats' "aha moment" came in 2005, when he was a partner in a traditional venture capital firm and arranged a San Francisco dinner with five of his portfolio-company CEOs. "They all needed more funding soon," Coats says. "I asked them what they wanted from their next venture capitalists. I expected them to rattle off areas of expertise. Instead they told me: 'If you really want to know the truth, we just want someone who will give us cash and then leave us alone. We're getting plenty of advice already.' "
The lesson sank in. When Coats and Kienzle set out in 2007 to raise money for Correlation, they billed themselves as the financial equivalent of an ideal, last-minute dinner guest–filling out companies' fundraising lineups without annoying anyone. The firm spent much of its first two years weathering the financial crisis and building its databases. (The firm now has detailed information on 60,000 venture capital financings since 1987–about 98% of all deals.) Eventually institutional investors such as the University of Texas' endowment provided the funding that Correlation needed to roll forward. Star academics such as Harvard Business School associate professor Matthew Rhodes-Kropf and the University of Chicago's Steven Neil Kaplan signed on as advisors.
Correlation's critics, and even some of its boosters, fret that the firm's real-life results might not live up to the dream portfolios created by its algorithms, especially if Correlation fails to win access to Silicon Valley's hottest deals. So far, Correlation's founders say, such adverse selection hasn't been a problem. That's partly because Correlation has worked hard to build friendly ties with leading venture firms–going so far as to line up 30 venture capitalists as small-scale investors in Correlation's own fund.
Coats says there's a separate, happy surprise hidden in Correlation's database. Over the years, he has found, some top-performing deals turned out to be ones that took annoyingly long to close. So if Correlation can't join hotly oversubscribed deals, he says, that may not be much of a loss.
In baseball Moneyball 's Billy Beane liked players who were uniquely good at getting on base, even if they did so by unglamorous methods like drawing a lot of walks. For bargain hunters like Coats and Kienzle it's the same story: Harness the data in a way that reveals efficient–and underappreciated–winners.


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.NET Array Dictionary List String Sub ArrayList Cast Class Console Dates DataTable DateTime Enum File For Format If IndexOf Lambda LINQ Nothing Parse Process Property Regex Replace Select Sort Split StringBuilder Substring
BinarySearch list. BinarySearch is an optimized search Function. It requires that the List instance is already sorted. It hones in on the value by dividing the number of elements being searched several times. It provides better performance on sorted Lists.
Example. This example program adds three Strings to the List instance. The List is then sorted with the Sort Function. It is important to Sort here. If you use an unsorted List, BinarySearch will give negative indexes that are incorrect.
BinarySearch finds the correct indexes. The sorted List contains "cat" at position 0. It contains "mouse" at position 1. And it contains "zebra" in the final position 2. If you run BinarySearch with an unsorted List, results are invalid.
VB.NET program that uses BinarySearch on List Module Module1 Sub Main() Dim animals As List(Of String) = New List(Of String) animals.Add("zebra") animals.Add("mouse") animals.Add("cat") ' This is required! animals.Sort() Dim zebraPosition As Integer = animals.BinarySearch("zebra") Dim catPosition As Integer = animals.BinarySearch("cat") Console.WriteLine(zebraPosition) Console.WriteLine(catPosition) End Sub End Module Output 2 0
Performance. As I have progressed with programming, I have realized that methods like BinarySearch are not that useful. Instead, hashtables such as Dictionary are the best for fast lookups. In my programs, I usually just use Dictionary for all lookups.Dictionary
BinarySearch is faster than IndexOf on large sorted Lists. This is true except when the element you are searching for comes near the start. IndexOf is then faster because it is simpler.
The C# version of this article found that BinarySearch becomes much faster than linear loops after around 100 elements are searched. Again, this performance is pathetic when compared to Dictionary.
And: The IndexOf method is always faster when your searched-for element is at the start.BinarySearch
Summary. This article looked at the BinarySearch method on the List type. There is a narrow use case for BinarySearch. If performance is critical, a hashed lookup is superior. If elements are not sorted, IndexOf is required.
However: On sorted Lists where performance is not critical but merely nice to have, BinarySearch has its place.List


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Finally the moment your child has been waiting for: High school!
A new school, new friends and new teachers. Anxiety-producing, right? Perhaps. But your child's first year in high school is the perfect time to set the tone for the next four years to come. Realize that from the moment she steps into the first classroom, she's already building her high school academic portfolio. Everything counts. So if you want your child to succeed in high school and get accepted to her top colleges, she'll need to get going from the get go.
Preparation and discussion are key for academic success. Take a moment to go over these tips with your child. Read them out loud and take notes!
1. Get to Know Your Guidance Counselor and Build a Relationship
Building a good relationship with your school guidance counselor is key for many reasons. Guidance counselors serve many roles in your academic career in high school. They guide and advice you with courses and curriculum; they assist you with class/course issues; they provide academic support; and they can recommend you for extracurricular/academic programs and awards. In other words, a good guidance counselor that has your best interest in mind is, without doubt, your best friend in high school.
To help your guidance counselor get to know you well, establish a relationship with him/her as early as possible. Drop by his office and introduce yourself. Tell your guidance counselor a little about yourself and what you hope to do while you're in high school (e.g., play sports, learn an instrument, work on the school newspaper). Be assertive, ask your guidance counselor if she's heard of any new opportunities that you might benefit from, such as a summer program scholarship or an afterschool enrichment program. Overall, be resourceful.
Resource: Click HERE for a list of 20 questions you should ask your school guidance counselor.
2. Find Out if Honors and Advance Courses are Offered, and When
If you're serious about going to college, you'll need to start thinking and preparing very early on. Selective colleges take a very close look at your academic transcript. It is no longer enough to get all straight A's. Admissions officers look at the rigor of the classes you have taken. They want to see that you went above and beyond to have the best learning experience in high school.
Honors classes, AP courses and other advanced classes will help your transcript look more impressive, even if your course grades are slightly lower than another transcript with higher grades on classes that are not as challenging. Notice that honors classes are loaded higher than a regularer classes. This means that a "B+" in an honors class is equivalent (and sometimes better) than an "A" in a regular class.
Some high schools offer honors courses as early as in the 9th grade, but most schools begin their honors courses in the 10th grade. Find out how you'll be able to take honors and advanced courses. Don't think you qualify to be in an honor class? Not so true. Most schools allow parents and students to nominate themselves to honors classes, without significant consideration to the students academic grades in the previous year (unless they failed that subject, of course). So, go ahead and request to be in honors courses.
Resource: Click HERE to a description of honors and advanced courses, and their benefits.
3. Get a List of School Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
Good leadership skills are very important for the success of individuals, companies and our communities. This is why colleges and universities value your leadership experiences in high school and within your community. To help build your leadership skills, you'll need to find opportunities to learn and exercise your those skills. School clubs, extraccurricular activities and after-school programs provide students with these opportunities.
To join a school club, find out what types of clubs are offered in your school. Next, evaluate which of the clubs listed really interest you. Don't join a club or an activity because you want to list this experience in your college application. It is best to find something that you really enjoy, because you'll be more likely to commit to that activity long term. Admissions officers prefer to see students who have been actively involved in 2 or 3 activities over the past 3-4 years, than 7 or 8 short-lived activities.
4. Explore Leadership Positions or Activities that Interest You
Being a member of a school club is simply not good enough to show leadership. After being an active member of a school club, consider running for treasurer, president or some other leadership position. If you're not sure what type of commitment these positions require, ask the current person holding that position.
You can also find leadership skills building opportunities outside your school. You can volunteer at a community program, church or institution, and help run or organize a program or effort. There are many free leadership programs in the summer for teenagers. Go online and search for those. You can also ask your guidance counselor or parent for help.
5. Look for Special or Advanced School Programs that Will Help You Stand Out as a College Applicant
Some high schools have more resources than others. Explore which advanced or special programs are offered in your high school. Many of these programs are not well advertised, so you'll need to do some leg work. Does your school has an Advanced Science Research Program? Or a good Drama Club? What about a Debate Team?
Get a list of all the Advance Placement (AP) courses offered by your school and what you need to do to take these courses. The earlier you know, the earlier you'll be able to take those courses and accummulate an impressive list of AP courses in your transcript. Remember, college admissions officers value transcripts with challenging courses; it suggests that you're academically motivated, smart and studious.
6. Familiarize Yourself with the SAT's and ACT's Tests and Begin Practicing
It is never too early to familiarize yourself, practice and study for the SAT's or ACT's. I suggest you buy both an SAT and an ACT practice books right in the beginning of your 9th grade. Go through each book and see the difference between these tests. Notice that you only need to take one of these tests (not both) for college admissions.
By the 10th grade, you should have figured out which test is best suited to you, and begin taking practice tests and/or a formal test preparatory course. And, no, 10th grade is not too early to start studying for these tests. The best performance predictor for these tests is not intelligence or grade point average, it is practice, practice, practice.
Resource: For an SAT and ACT test comparison chart, click HERE.
7. Explore Summer Programs and Opportunities
Summer is no longer about hanging out at the beach or with friends down the block. Colleges want to see how you're spending your time off from school. Yes, it's totally not fair. You do deserve a break and a social life, but college admissions has become so competitive that colleges have no choice but to take into consideration your summer activities.
As a result, you'll find hundreds of summer programs catering to high school students, from academic enrichment programs in colleges, to international volunteer experiences. Whatever you do, make sure you spend at least 4 weeks of your summer vacation doing something that is productive, intellectually stimulating or community-minded.
Now, you don't need to go to Africa or Guatemala and help build houses or teach English as a Second Language to impress college admissions officers. Working at your family's store; volunteering at a local community program; or taking a free online course are all excellent summer activities. Whatever you do, make sure you'll be able to articulate that summer experience as something that helped you grow and learn.
Resource: For more information on the types of summer learning experiences, click HERE
8. Organize Yourself and Your School Work
Organization is central to a successful career in high school. Here are some things you should keep organized and easy to find:
- Your course syllabus and class requirements
- Your class notes, records, tests and papers
- A to-do list and a calendar with due dates for school projects
- Your room and homework space at home
Organization also entails exercising good time management. Learn to be in control of your time, not the other way around. There are free time management courses online. Take one, or two.
9. Hang Out with the Right Crowd
Many teens in high school feel pressured to make friends or hang out with particular crowds. It is very natural to want to be liked by others and be part of a social group. But ultimately, what matters most is choosing friends that are not going to get in the way of your goals. For that reason, make friends with kids who have things/goals/dreams in common with you. Hang out with kids that are mature for their age, kind and easy to be around. Avoid the drama at all cost.
10. Push yourself – Challenge Yourself
What's life without challenges? As you begin your first year in high school, don't take short cuts. Challenge yourself to be the best you can be. Look for ways to outdo yourself. Set high standards and high goals for yourself. You are in control of your own destiny. Only by pushing yourself, you'll see how far you can go.


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Open Minds Group, WN2 1PE.
For young people aged 18-25 living within the borough of wigan. The group is self-organising with members taking part in all aspects of fundraising and events planning. The group meets every other Sunday.
Tel: 07989 101 459
Website: www.openminds-lgbt.co.uk Email: email@example.com
New Start Trust, Alderman Downward House.
Offers a safe and totally confidential service to anyone affected by illicit drug use, the individual and their families/partners.
Tel: 0161 498 0615
Website: http://www.newstarttrust.org/
Devonian Hotel, 4 Sherwood Terrace.
Hotel in the Isle of Man "perfectly placed for all attractions, with theatres, bars & restaurants all within a few minutes walk."
Tel: 01624 674676
Website: www.thedevonian.co.uk
Pitcarn Hotel, 2 Church Road.
Guest house in Isle of Man.
Tel: 01624 674771
Garden Bar, Peverill Square.
Gay friendly venue
Bar Ibiza, 43 Darwin St, Accrington.
Gay friendly bar.
Tel: 01254 695 379
Narcotics Anonymous.
LGBT-friendly group
Tel: 0300 999 1122
Blenheim CDP LGBT Group, Camberwell Road, SE5 0EE.
LGBT drug user support group Tues 17:30 - 19:30.
Tel: 02072774589
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Stagedoor, 23 Mincing Lane, BB2 2EB.
Gay friendly venue including drag acts. See facebook group for more info.
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Lifeline Blackburn, 68-70 Darwen Street, BB2 2BL.
Supporting young people up to the age of 25, with substance and alcohol misuse issues
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Health and Social Care Service providers for those living with HIV across Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen
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Out Youth LGBT Group East Lancs, The Hub, Accrington and Rossendale College, BB5 2AW.
Open to 14 – 19 year olds, 6-8pm 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
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Blackburn LGBT Youth Group, Brook Advisory Centre, 54-56 Darwen St, BB2 2BL.
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Sexual Health Clinic Blackburn, Blackburn Royal Infirmary, Bolton Road.
Sexual health clinic.
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Young sexual health team up to 25 yrs.
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The Alabama Showboat, 1 Cocker Square, FY1 1RX.
Live entertainment combined with good food and a friendly atmosphere.
Tel: 01253 291155
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The Duke of York, Dickson Road.
Gay friendly pub serving food.
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LOBO MEN'S GOLF - 3M Augusta Invitational
FINAL STANDINGS: 1 Central Florida 287-277-282=846, -18; 2 Texas 284-280-283=847, -17; 3. Virginia Tech 280-285-285=850, -14; 4. Illinois 288-281-283=852, -12; 5. Baylor 282-291-288=861, -3; T10 New Mexico 295-286-291=872, +8; T10 Tennessee 296-283-293=872, +10.
INDIVIDUAL LEADERS: 1 Greg Eason, Central Florida 66-71-68=205, -11; 2 Scott Vincent, Virginia Tech 68-69-69=206, -10; 3 Kyle Jones, Baylor 68-71-68=207, -9; T4 Thomas Deltry, Illinois 71-68-69=208, -8; Toni Hakula, Texas 71-70-67=208, -8.
LOBO SCORES: T20 Victor Perez 70-74-73=217, +1; T31 Joe Abella 71-74-72=217, +1; T30 Gavin Green 76-69-74=219, +3; T55 Sam Saunders 78-70-76=222, +8; T63 Sean Romero 81-73-72=226, +12.
UP NEXT: Mountain West Championship, April 25-27, Tucson, Ariz.
In Augusta, Ga., the 21st-ranked University of New Mexico men's golf team has shown spurts of being able to compete with any team in the country.
What the team has learned is that to play to the standards the 2012-13 Lobo team set is that it has to play well in just more than spurts.
UNM got off to a strong start in the final round of the 3M Augusta Invitational on Sunday, moving from 11th to eighth place early. But the Lobos lost that momentum and ended up in a tie for 10th place with Tennessee with an 8-over 872 for the tournament. The teams finished 28 strokes behind champion an ninth-ranked Central Florida, which finished at 18-under 846.
"We started on No. 10 and we played 10-18 better than we have all week," coach Glen Millican said. "Gavin (Green) struggled on the back nine, shooting a 41, and that made a difference in our score.
"It wasn't the type of round we were looking for, but that doesn't have anything to do with what's coming ahead."
The Lobos, whose next event is the Mountain West Championship on April 25-27, shot a 3-over 291 during Sunday's final round after being as many as 5 under early on.
UCF shot a 6-under 282 in Sunday's final round to win the team event by one stroke over No. 18 Texas at the Forest Hills Golf Course. No. 15 Virginia Tech was third at 14-under 850 after posting a 3-under 285 on Sunday. No. 7 Illinois finished fourth at 12-under 852, followed by No. 29 Baylor at 3-under 861.
UCF's Greg Eason made it a clean sweep for the Knights, winning the individual portion with an 11-under 205. He shot a 4-under 68 during the final round. Virginia Tech's Scott Vincent was second, shooting a 3-under 69 Sunday to finish with a 10-under 206, and Baylor's Kyle Jones finished third at 9-under 207.
Junior Victor Perez and sophomore Joseph Abella led the Lobos with 1-over 217 scores. Abella finished at even-par 72 while Perez shot a 1-over 73 on Sunday. The pair tied for 20th with a 1-over 217.
Green started his final round with an eagle and a birdle and was still 3-under at the turn but then shot 5 over on his final nine holes to finish at 3-over 219 (76-69-74) for a 30th-place tie.
Junior Sam Saunders shot a 4-over 76 Sunday to card a 8-over 224 at the event for a 55th-place tie. Junior Sean Romero shot his best round of the tournament Sunday, an even-par 72, to finish at 10-over 226.
"We've done everything we can to get them ready for the next couple of months," Millican said. "They've had a good season. We had three full-time players from last year's team graduate, and we've had four guys, really, that have come in and taken their place. We've had six golfers (including true freshman Andrej Bevins) who have finished in sixth place or better in an event.
"We have one of the best players in the country in Gavin, and we've got five other guys that can compete at the same level. We feel that we're capable of competing with anybody in the country, as long as we can avoid the mistakes that come back to hurt you."
Millican said he will accompany Green on a trip next week to Malaysia where Green will play in the Malaysian Open, near his hometown of Kuala Lumpur. Before then, he'd like to have a clear understanding of which five players the Lobos will take to Tucson for the MW Championship.
"I'm looking forward to seeing how they do when we get into conference play."


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| The Demon Queen
Mother of Monsters
Demon Mother
Mother of Beasts
Mother of Demons
Mother of Perversion
Mistress of Insanity
Grandmother Nightmare
|Kurnugia, the Abyss
|Chaotic evil
| Madness
|Gnolls, medusas, harpies, goblins, minotaurs, hidden human cults, the insane, bugbears, derros, lamias, morlocks, ogres
|Cleric Alignments
|Chaos, Evil, Madness, Strength, Trickery
|Deception, Demon, Ferocity, Insanity, Nightmare, Thievery
|Favored Weapon
|Falchion (kukri)
|Three-eyed jackal
|Sacred Animal
|Sacred Colors
|Red, yellow
Lamashtu (pronounced lah-MAHSH-too)[1] is the mother and patroness of many misshapen and malformed creatures that crawl, slither, or flap on, above, or below the surface of Golarion.[2][3] Her unholy symbol is a three-eyed jackal head, which may be represented in many ways, and her sacred animal is the jackal.[4]
Lamashtu was once a mighty demon lord who became the first such entity to achieve true godhood and is now classed as a major deity. In ages past she was allied with Pazuzu, though the exact nature of their alliance is often disputed by scholars of demon lore. Some say they were lovers, others say siblings, or simply convenient allies. What is known for certain is that she lured the god Curchanus into her territory and beset him with swarms of demons and other monsters until he was weak enough for her to attack him. By defeating him, she ripped his godly domain over beasts from him, beginning an ancient vendetta with Curchanus' protégé Desna. This imbued the demoness with a small amount of his divine power.[5]
Pazuzu was enraged by this shift in power, and as she returned from that battle he betrayed and attacked her. He wounded her terribly, but her new-found divinity allowed her to survive. They have been mortal enemies since. Lamashtu's vendetta against him is only equaled by Desna's own vendetta against her.[5]
Lamashtu learned the 'art' of creating demons from the torture of a Horseman of the Apocalypse, whom she had taken during her wars against Abaddon. Once she coupled that knowledge with the use of her own body to gestate the demons, she birthed the vavakia, a true masterpiece of the art of creating demons.[6]
It is claimed by many monstrous humanoid races that she was their first progenitor and creator.[5]
Lamashtu's realm is Kurnugia, the largest layer of the Abyss.[7]
Lamashtu, in a stance befitting her demonic origins, considers all other gods enemies. She is aware of Desna's hatred of her due to the murder of Curchanus, but treats her as beneath her notice.[7] Despite this widespread animosity, she focuses her attentions on growing her cults and expanding their reach, as well as the birthing of new and hideous monstrosities. She has an odd view of Shelyn, whom Lamashtu would love to capture and twist into her own monstrous vision of beauty. Needless to say, the faithful of Shelyn find this an abhorrent and terrifying concept.[8]
Urgathoa and Rovagug are, with Pazuzu, her greatest enemies. The Lamashtan-Pazuzu war is old and bitter: Lamashtu is the more powerful; Pazuzu the more focused on the campaign. The war is often fought by minions of the two demon lords but can escalate, causing much collateral damage, but neither side has gained a significant advantage yet over the other.[7] In a small way, this battle between Lamashtu and Pazuzu has been played out by the respective cults of the two powers in the Lost Coast region of Varisia. Yet, there are also rare sources of demonology that claim a tryst between Lamashtu and Pazuzu occurred in this region during the Age of Creation giving birth to numerous spawn; this history is strongly rebuffed by their worshippers.[9]
Lamashtu is not actively at war with other demon lords, though she does have rivalries with some of them, and is said to have others as her lovers (such as Baphomet).[8] As well as Pazuzu, Nocticula makes her opposition to Lamashtu clear and, in return, Lamashtu is well aware of Nocticula's murderous ascent of power.[7]
She is allied with the Goblin Hero-Gods of Basalfeyst.[10]
Lamashtu once had a tryst with the archdevil Typhon. This may have led to Typhon's destruction, as it displeased Asmodeus.[11]
Appearance and emissaries
Pictures of Lamashtu portray her as a jackal-headed woman, with a third vertical eye in the center of her forehead, heavily pregnant, with feathered wings (like a raven's), a snake's tail, and taloned feet (like a vulture's). She is often depicted carrying her two deadly blades, Redlust and Chillheart: the former is of fire, the latter of ice. The blades may grow and shrink from a falchion to a kukri. Her head may vary depending on the nature of her worshipers: gnolls preferring the jackal head, medusas a snake's, harpies a hawk's, and so on.[7]
Lamashtu and her deranged faithful hold creatures of deformity, monstrosity, and virility in high regard. Thaumaturges and clerics in her service often call shemhazian demons and other Abyssal creatures into their service.[12]
- Bloodmaw
- This hideous yet powerful and cunning yeth hound has one green eye and one red. He relishes the promise of carnage and a good hunt.[12]
- Yaenit
- These slavering, monstrous hyena-demons resemble corrupted hound archons with gangly limbs and deformed hyenas heads. They love maiming and killing in Lamashtu's name.[12]
- Seven Witches
- The Seven Witches serve Lamashtu in the Abyss. They are her favourite daughters: powerful demonic sorceresses.[7]
Lamashtu's herald
- The Yethazmari
- Appearing as an enormous jackal, standing 14 foot tall at the shoulder, with smoking eye sockets, black leathery wings and a snake for a tail, the herald of Lamashtu brings terror and bloodshed. In its wake, spawn of horrific and brutal trysts rise up to cause madness anew.[12][7]
Church of Lamashtu
Lamashtu's church is scattered and lacks an overall hierarchy, yet it is rare for two priest's to come into direct conflict, as they recognize each other's shared devotion and the hostility visited by those outside the religion. Many demoniacs pay obeisances to Lamashtu as she is a demon lord as well as a goddess.[13]
Worshipers and clergy
Lamashtu's followers seek out deformity in themselves and in others. She is typically worshiped by races such as gnolls (who claim they were created when Lamashtu took a hyena as her consort[7]), goblins, and medusae.[14] Lamashtu is considered the creator goddess of many monster races who worship her accordingly, for instance, lamias and morlocks.[7]
Lamashtu is also worshiped on the continent of Tian Xia were she is known as Grandmother Nightmare. Although her devotees can be found in most major cities, she is most commonly (and openly) venerated in the wilder parts of the Darklands, Goka, Nagajor, Shaguang, the Valashmai Jungle, the Wall of Heaven mountains, and Wanshou.[4]
The usual clothing of her human followers is that of a jackal mask (of leather or metal), a pair of swords or knives made to resemble Lamashtu's personal weapons, and a cloak of black feathers. Monstrous races wear much the same but typically forgo the mask.[14]
Lamashtu's favor manifests as violent dreams, the appearance of sudden deformities, or unexplained pregnancies that often result in the painful (and sometimes fatal) birth of a deformed child. Worshipers who displease her may give birth to a "perfect" child, such as a human or halfling. They may also find themselves infertile or unable to achieve sexual satisfaction.[14]
Some sects, including the one in Katapesh, have developed the means to supernaturally impregnate humanoids, both men and women, with children of Lamashtu. Such births cause severe damage to the host. The monstrous babies may require care in a specialized nursery. This includes submergence in a mixture of blood, afterbirth, and the waters of Lamashtu.[15]
Temples and shrines
Lamashtu is not usually worshiped in a man-made building, but rather a ring of stones, pillars, trees, wooden blocks, a pit in the ground, or a flat rock. Entrances into underground places of worship represent the entrance to the goddess' underworld domain. They typically are found on the outskirts of civilization, or in the true wilderness, and many are stained with blood and littered with the remains of failed births, and the victims of the successful ones.[16][7]
Unholy texts
Lamashtu's cults rarely place much interest or emphasis on texts, preferring to rely on divine revelation and madness. Nonetheless, the more coherent of her followers have jotted down some horrendous writings over the eons.
- The Skull of Mashaag
- The yellowed skull of a yaenit who died in the service of Lamashtu, this object has the ability to speak the goddess' will in several languages. Every few years, her worshipers meet to hear its teachings, and heroes from each tribe undergo a series of contests to determine which group is to keep it next.[12]
- The Four Hides of Lawm
- This is a collection of three leather straps, each made from the skin of a humanoid. The fourth was lost long ago and is said to contain monstrous rites of power and fertility in Lamashtu's name.[12]
The cults of Lamashtu celebrate no known regular holidays; though births, deformities and demonic visitations are often the cause of hedonistic and debauched celebrations among them.[citation needed]
External links
- Wikipedia:Lamashtu (real-world demon)
- ↑ Erik Mona et al. (2008). Campaign Setting, p. 247. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-112-1
- ↑ Sean K Reynolds. (2008). Gods and Magic, p. 24. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-139-8
- ↑ Sean K Reynolds. (2008). Lamashtu. Sins of the Saviors, p. 66. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 James Jacobs, Dave Gross, Rob McCreary. (2011). Dragon Empires Gazetteer, p. 61. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-379-8
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Sean K Reynolds. (2008). Lamashtu. Sins of the Saviors, p. 69. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7
- ↑ James Jacobs. (2010). Lords of Chaos, p. 61. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-250-0
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 James Jacobs. (2010). Lords of Chaos, p. 6. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-250-0
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Stephen S. Greer. (2008). Sins of the Saviors. Sins of the Saviors, p. 69-70. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7
- ↑ James Jacobs. (2013). Pathfinder Chronicles. Pathfinder, Volume 1 #6, p. 23. Dynamite Entertainment.
- ↑ James Jacobs. (2010). Lords of Chaos, p. 7. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-250-0
- ↑ F. Wesley Schneider. (2012). Lords of Hell: Barbatos. Kobold Quarterly 22, p. 10. Open Design, LLC.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 Sean K Reynolds. (2008). Lamashtu. Sins of the Saviors, p. 73. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7
- ↑ Stephen S. Greer. (2008). Sins of the Saviors. Sins of the Saviors, p. 67-69. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 Erik Mona et al. (2008). Campaign Setting, p. 165. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-112-1
- ↑ Tim Hitchcock. (2013). Broken Chains, p. 23-24. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-461-0
- ↑ Sean K Reynolds. (2008). Lamashtu. Sins of the Saviors, p. 67. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-040-7


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The next version of the Firefox browser will be released in June, Mozilla has confirmed.
Firefox 5 will see the usual development process accelerated, with development time falling from six weeks to three, and the aurora channel and beta stages dropping from six weeks to five.
This is possible as Mozilla is taking a new approach, adding new features on the go whilst the phases overlap.
It has also been very strict about bug fix times. Any feature not completed by the end of one cycle will be backed out and held back until the next release.
These new rules may be as a result of multiple set-backs in the run up to the launch of Firefox 4. Numerous delays due to bugs and extra release candidates pushed the unveiling back to the end of March, instead of February as originally planned.
However, the download figures rolling in have left a lot for Mozilla to be smiling about. In the first 24 hours, it was downloaded over six million times and research from Net Applications last week showed it had better market share than Microsoft's rival release, Internet Explorer 9.
The expected date of release for Firefox 5 is set as 21 June and, if the company pulls it off, this could lead to Firefox 6 being ready to download as soon as August.
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The Summerville High School Competitive Performance Ensemble (above) was one of only eight bands to advance to the finals of the South Carolina Band Directors Association 2012 Class AAAAA Marching Championships held at Colleton County High School Nov. 3. The Green Wave band placed fifth in the competition, which was won by Wando. Both the Fort Dorchester band (right) and Ashley Ridge band received an Excellent rating for the competition, but fell just short of making the finals.
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The Sherwood Silhouette BCD is Top-Choice of Dive Schools and Rental Shops Worldwide. The Silhouette's Rugged, Dependable, Durable, and Affordable Design also make this one great Entry-Level Personal BCD that will give you years of Reliable Service. The Silhouette is equipped with Large Velcro Pocket for Storage of Accessories, Easy-to-Use and Maintain Sherwood Oral and Power Inflator Mechanism that makes Buoyancy Control a Snap. BCD has a Rear-Pull Air Dump/Over-Pressure Relief Valve to Quickly-Adjusts and Maintain-Buoyancy throughout Dive. Adjustments for a Perfect Fit are Made-Easy with the Torso Adjustable Shoulder Straps and Waist Strap with Cummerbund both employing Squeeze-Style" Side-Release Buckles for Easy-Donning-and-Doffing. Accessory Attachment is made Easy with D-Rings at the Waist. The BCD provides Lift Capacities from 17lbs to 40lbs (7.7kg to 18kg) depending on the Size. The Silhouette is also AKONA Pro Kit Ready (see SKU's: GNSRK or GNSRKL).
The Sherwood Silhouette BCD's 3-D designed Jacket Style Air Cell Wraps-Around the BC for Exceptional Stability. Color Buckle Inserts Indicate Sizing for Rental Units and the Built-In convenient Carrying Handle makes Transport-Easy. Buoyancy Control is achieved with Sherwood's Power Inflator System. The Inflator Mechanism has a Cable Activated Pull-Dump that is Easy-to-Activate with a Tug-of-the-Inflator Control. The Inflator includes a Standard 3/8" Threaded Low-Pressure Quick-Disconnect Hose. BCD comes with an Owner's Manual and is covered by a 24 month limited warranty.
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There really is nothing seriously wrong with this product, so let me explain why I gave it a 2. First during an early dive using this BC the joint where the inflator/deflator hose attaches to the shoulder of the BC, there is a valve that allows air to exit the BC. That valve fell off during a dive and presented a serious safety issue. Specifically I no longer had a BC to provide buoyancy because any air I put in the BC immediately exited through that joint. The dry suit I had on solved the problem. All that was required was that this valve be screwed on properly. So this was not done when it was initially assembled and a quality control inspection, was either not done or they missed this. Next don't buy a jacket BC unless you strictly do recreational warm water diving, and then buy one with integrated weights. Regarding all my scuba equipment outfitting getting rid of my weight belt was the single most comfortable thing I have ever done.


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The great sage Lao Tzu referred to tea as "the froth of the liquid jade." Lao Tzu was a romantic. Up until World War II, tea bricks (densely compressed blocks of tea leaves) were still used as currency among the nomadic peoples of Siberia. Clearly, the Siberians are a pragmatic people. At Cornucopia, the tea lover finds that romance and pragmatism go hand in hand. Nestled in the back corner of the tightly packed shop is a wall of apothecary jars filled with loose teas from around the world: black, green, oolong; Darjeeling, gunpowder, Assam. It's the romance of the Far East, ready to be purchased in bulk at reasonable prices. For the tea drinker who doesn't know his tea ball from a hole in the ground, Cornucopia also has a wide variety of pre-packaged teas Bigelow, Twinings, Marks & Spencer. Whether your tea fantasies are of the Marco Polo variety (a small cup of gunpowder green slowly unfolding its pungent leaf-balls as it steeps) or more in line with Jean-Luc Picard's (a spot of Earl Grey first thing in the morning), Cornucopia is the place to go to make it so.


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Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Trident Medical Center (TMC) has updated, refreshed and restyled the nine birthing suites in The Family Center.
"They are absolutely beautiful," says Deona Ryan, director of Women's and Children's Services. "They have a very soft feel, and we've provided everything possible to make everyone's experience comfortable. The patients who have delivered in them have loved them."
The new look includes elegantly tiled sinks with waterfall faucets. Each room includes either a shower or whirlpool tub, which can help with relaxation during labor and offset discomfort during contractions. The hardwood floors have been refinished as well.
A mother typically will stay in her birthing suite throughout the labor and delivery process and spend an hour or two there afterward with her baby. To help promote bonding, the birthing suites have new overhead lighting systems that can be softened to promote skin-to-skin bonding between mother and newborn, giving the child the best start possible.
In addition to the birthing suite improvements, The Family Center made over its two operating rooms for labor and delivery. "We made them bigger, brighter and more beautiful," says Ryan.
Equipment updates for the birthing and surgical suites include new Panda® Warmers, which keep newborns content as they are being checked and cared for by the medical team.
The changes were completed in December, Ryan says. "They were a great Christmas present to us."
Chris Blough of Ladson has given birth four times at Trident Medical Center, starting off in the mid '90s, and her newest baby, Jillian, the only girl in the bunch, arrived this summer. Blough has seen the facilities at TMC change through the years and this time was especially impressed at the extra space in her birthing suite, which made it more comfortable for family members to join her through the day. She also appreciated the convenient placement of her bed, just a few steps from the bathroom. "The layout of the rooms has greatly improved," she says.
Her suite included a cushioned window seat "long enough that someone could take a nap if they wanted" and "drawers everywhere" so she had ample space to put her personal things. The medical staff also had extra storage available for their equipment. "Everything was convenient for them and for us."
Jillian was running late and stubborn during delivery, her mom reports, so the process lasted from 6 a.m. to a few minutes after midnight. Yet Blough was pleased overall with the facilities and the care they received. "Our experience in the birthing suite was wonderful."
To schedule a Labor and Delivery tour at Trident or Summerville Medical Center, please call 843-797-3463.
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Tags rock, pop, synth pop, post-rock.
Artists Bronski Beat, Culture Club, Roxy Music
August 17, 2010
Nine tracks including music by Duran-Duran, Bronski Beat and Culture Club.
Eighties, Yeah!
More than this at the starting song of this mix it's emotive! A great selection of songs!
Thank you spyrish!
I felt quite at home on this mixtape. Thank you Bratislava, I love you.
omg I was rickrolled on 8tracks..
Drunk in love. by Bratislava
Dreamy fuzzy tunes with synths.
electronic..., house, contemporary r&b, experimental, downtempo
Ancient tunes for the lost souls. by Bratislava
Railroad stories, misery and pain written and sung by those who struggled through slavery, poorness, betrayal and crime in the ol' America.
blues, mississipi delta, slide guitar, bottleneck, spiritual
Ron del bueno. by Bratislava
Música para comer plátanos y mover el trasero.
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Thieves like us. by Bratislava
It grows so slowly, but when it dies, it dies for good.
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Old Bailey bomber Price buried
Published 28/01/2013 | 13:25
Dissident republicans stood in the pouring rain as IRA Old Bailey bomber Dolours Price was buried.
Among them was Colin Duffy, who heard an oration about how Price had struggled to come to terms with her past.
At the graveside in Milltown Cemetery in west Belfast, socialist Eamon McCann told the crowds who were huddled under umbrellas: "If Dolours had a big fault, it was perhaps that she lived out too urgently the ideals to which so many others also purported to be dedicated.
"She was a liberator but never managed to liberate herself from those ideas. Sometimes we are imprisoned within ideals; sometimes in war atrocious things are done; sometimes hard things have to be done.
"Sometimes it is very difficult to handle the hard things that you felt compelled to do when you are soft-hearted at the core of your being. And Dolours was a soft-hearted person as well as a hard person in her politics."
Price, 62, was an unrepentant republican hard-liner who fell out with Sinn Fein after the party endorsed the Northern Ireland peace process, encouraged the IRA to give up its guns and embraced power-sharing with unionists at Stormont.
She was found dead at her home in north Dublin last week.
The former wife of actor Stephen Rea, she was convicted and jailed along with her sister for the 1973 car bomb attack on London's Old Bailey courthouse in which one man died and more than 200 people were injured.
Marian Price, who is in jail accused of dissident republican activity, did not attend her sister's funeral. She had been granted several hours compassionate leave to attend the wake on Sunday.
Up to 500 people packed into St Agnes' Church in Andersonstown, where books of condolence had been placed in the doorway.
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Harvest Hill welcomes new Administrator Corinne McCandless
January 24, 2013—Alice Peck Day Health Systems in Lebanon, NH, is pleased to announce the appointment of Corinne McCandless, RN, MPH as the new Administrator at Harvest Hill.
McCandless brings a wealth of experience in leadership roles in healthcare, including as the Director of Hospice for Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Vermont and New Hampshire, Vice President of Residential Care for Terrace Communities and most recently as the Director of Quality, Risk Management and Compliance Officer at Mount Ascutney Hospital in Windsor, Vermont.
"We are delighted to welcome Corinne to our leadership team," stated Harry Dorman, President and CEO, Alice Peck Day Health Systems and Lifecare Center. "We look forward to tapping into her experience in healthcare management to help further our mission and define our role in providing outstanding resident care."
Harvest Hill is an assisted living facility on APD's campus that includes 76 apartments and the Elizabeth S Hughes Care Unit. McCandless, who resides in New London, NH, will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Harvest Hill, including the delivery of high quality services to the residents, planning, evaluation and improvement of services and management of staff. She holds a Masters in Public Health Policy from the University of New Hampshire and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Maine.


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Michelle Wingrove
Out with the old
And in with the new
Happy new year to you
Last year was tough
Exceedingly rough
But we see it through
This year I hope
Will be fun and exciting
Always great and extremely enchanting
I have a few goals coming this year
One is to write
To inform and excite
The other is to loose weight
Get rid of all those pet hates
This is the year
That I will achieve
I can feel it in my bones
It will be happy
And full of good cheer