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When arteries to your legs and feet are critically clogged with plaque, grave problems can develop. A new treatment gives hope to patients facing amputation.
Second Opinion Leads to Saved Limb
In the U.S., 65,000 amputations occur each year, most related to poor circulation and diabetes. When making this life-changing decision to have an amputation, you will want to seek out a second opinion. Many amputations are potentially avoidable.
Diabetes Dangers, Old-fashioned Cures (Infographic)
Each year, 70,000 people lose a lower limb -- a leg or foot -- because of type 2 diabetes. Though it contributes to more than 230,000 deaths each year, you can find old-fashioned solutions in today's health number.
Have Diabetes? 5 Tips for Happy Feet
If you have diabetes, your feet need to be a priority. Even small cuts can become big problems for you because you are more at risk for infection. These tips for foot health will help keep those feet happy and healthy.
Patient's New High-Tech Run At Life (Video)
Patient gets a new run at life with a high-tech amputation revision. The high-tech Ertl procedure, in which a more radical amputation is performed, can dramatically improve people's ability to engage in weight-bearing activities.
Chat With a Doctor: Peripheral Artery Disease, Amputation Prevention
Peripheral artery disease is a dangerous condition that, if untreated, can cause gangrene and lead to amputation. Cleveland Clinic physicians talk about this during a live webchat Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, at noon (ET).
Diabetes Facts: Know the Risks
People with diabetes are at risk for stroke, eye problems, heart and kidney disease, and problems with their feet and nerves. Know the symptoms and risk factors.
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Loss of circulation doesn't always mean the loss of a limb. Vascular surgeon Daniel Clair, MD, wants you to be aware of the full range of limb-sparing resources available at the Cleveland Clinic.


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TV-over-Internet service expands despite lawsuits
NEW YORK -- The Barry Diller-backed Internet company that challenged cable and satellite TV services by offering inexpensive live television online plans to expand beyond New York City this spring.
In the wake of a federal court ruling that tentatively endorsed its legality, Aereo will bring its $8-a-month service to Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington and 18 other markets in the U.S., as well as to New York's suburbs.
For the past year, the service had been limited to New York City residents as the company fine-tuned its technology and awaited guidance on whether its unlicensed use of free, over-the-air broadcasts amounted to a copyright violation.
A federal judge in New York ruled in July that the service doesn't appear to violate copyright law because individual subscribers are assigned their own, tiny antenna at Aereo's Brooklyn data center, making it analogous to the free signal a consumer would get with a regular antenna at home. Aereo spent the subsequent months selecting markets for expansion and renting space for new equipment in those cities.
Aereo is one of several startups created to deliver traditional media over the Internet without licensing agreements. Past efforts have typically been rejected by courts as copyright violations. In Aereo's case, the judge accepted the company's legal reasoning, but with reluctance.
If the ruling stands, Aereo could cause a great deal of upheaval in the broadcast industry. It could give people a reason to drop cable or satellite subscriptions as monthly bills rise. It also might hinder broadcasters' ability to sell ads because it's not yet clear how traditional audience measures will incorporate Aereo's viewership. In addition, it could reduce the licensing fees broadcasters collect from cable and satellite companies.
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WORCESTER, Mass. - Sophomore first baseman Eric Oxford (Danvers, Mass.) has been named the AT&T Crusader of the Week, for competition from March 9-15. Oxford hit three home runs and drove in eight runs last week, as the Holy Cross baseball team won one of three games in a series at Towson.
During the first game of Saturday's doubleheader, a 10-9 win by the Tigers in 12 innings, Oxford hit two homers and knocked in four runs. His second home run of the day was a two-run shot in ninth, which tied the score at 8-8 and forced extra innings. Oxford then had an RBI double in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader, which the Crusaders' lost 8-6. He then concluded the series with a three-run homer in the fifth innnings of Sunday's game, giving Holy Cross a 4-2 lead on its way to a 6-3 victory.
Overall this season, Oxford in batting .282 with team highs of four home runs and 11 runs batted in. Over the course of his collegiate career, he has a .316 average with 15 doubles, four homers and 36 runs batted in.
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bison skirt steak or bison ribeye steak
2 tablespoons
soy sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can
beef broth
2 cups
6 ounces
vermicelli rice noodles or angel hair pasta
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purchased peanut sauce
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bite-size broccoli florets
2 medium
carrots, cut into thin bite-size strips
1/4 cup
chopped peanuts
sliced green onions
2 tablespoons
chopped fresh cilantro
Asian chili sauce (Sriracha sauce)
Soy sauce
Oh my goodness, this was exactly what I was looking for. Great flavor combinations. I have used this recipe so many times because my family loves it so much. I have to make larger batches because they insist upon left-overs. I tend to add more vegetables than suggested and upon serving I add some bean sprouts and lettuce to the bowl (on top) and then sprinkle with a sweet chili sauce. This is a super recipe and very easy to make. Thanks!
The only thing that tasted good was the meat. The vegetables didn't cook much and the sauce or soup tasted revolting.
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I did make a couple subsitutions based on what I had in the fridge,but that is the beauty of stir fry sort of stuff. I used chicken instead of beef, sugar snap peas for the broccoli and added mushrooms because I had some in the fridge that needed to be used up. The only flavor changer was to also add 1 tb of dark sesame oil. I just love the taste of seasame in Asian food. I did use 2 tb siracha sauce since I like spicy stuff.
I can not say enough good things about this recipe...I used sugar snap peas and shiitake mushrooms, but the Bison skirt steak was the highlight of this dish!!!
This was fantastic! I could not find Bison so I used skirt steak. I also added 1 tbsp of sesame oil, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and cracked black peppercorn into the soy for the steak and added mushrooms with the veggies. The family love love loved it!
This dish was really good. I was unable to find bison meat but used a flank steak. Would like to try it with the bison because the steak was flavorful but a little tough. Also added daikon, Asian pickled radish, which was great with this dish. We served with homemade sushi and potstickers. Yum yum!
This was so good! I used sugar snap peas instead of broccoli and beef in lieu of bison. The veggies have a nice crisp when you follow the recipe.
We loved this recipe! Since I'm allergic to beef this was a perfect recipe for me and my family enjoyed it equally as well. I doubled the amount of broth and used chicken broth due to my allergy, and used 3 cups of water. Everyone likes a lot of broth with their soups here. I added about 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 1/2 tablespoons of sesame oil to the broth to give it more flavor. It is now a rich and delicious accompaniment to the rest of the ingredients. Make sure you get a good cut of bison for this recipe. My local health foods store has a bison 'event' every three months, but otherwise just has ground or an inferior cut off steak in their frozen section. I will be sure to stock up the next time their event rolls around just for this recipe! I could eat this on a weekly basis-its that good!
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Isn't there a school nurse? Why didn't the kids just whip out a cell phone and call mommy? There's more to this story that has not been reported I'll bet. I'm surprised the kids didn't call 911. Why haven't we heard from Al Gore? What did they do in gym class? The next thing we'll hear is that they can't take gym because it makes them sweat.
It doesn't say much about the regards the camp or the club has for water safety other than the importance of using PFD's. What boater in the world doesn't take the weather into consideration especially before heading out? What "sane" boater doesn't head for protection when the weather is threatening. It wasn't like these storms weren't on the radar. This will get swept under the carpet because (to the chagrin of the media) no one was killed or injured. There was more precaution given to swimmers when someone yelled, "shark". I'm surprised the Coast Guard is so "laid back" on their comments on this one.


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Feb. 18, 2011 (Orlando) -- Thousands of men with low-risk prostate cancer are having unnecessary and expensive imaging tests, while thousands of men with high-risk disease who should get the tests are not.
When men are diagnosed with prostate cancer, they are classified as low-, intermediate-, or high-risk depending on their life expectancy, overall health status, and tumor characteristics. Current guidelines state that only high-risk men should undergo CT, MRI, and bone scans to determine if their cancer has spread beyond the prostate.
But in a study of more than 30,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2004 and 2005 in the U.S., 36% of low-risk men and 49% of intermediate-risk men got the scans.
"The chances of finding disease outside the prostate in these patients on one of these scans is less than 1%," says study leader Sandip Prasad, MD, urologic oncology fellow at the University of Chicago.
Although those tests may expose men to unnecessary radiation and use resources unnecessarily, the bigger concern is that 39% of men with high-risk disease who should have undergone imaging did not, he tells WebMD.
The findings were presented at the Genitourinary Cancers Symposium.
"This is a double whammy," says Mack Roach III, MD, head of radiation oncology at the University of California, San Francisco.
"This is a perfect example of how we are wasting money on inappropriate tests and then denying other people appropriate care," he tells WebMD.
Misuse of the tests can lead to the wrong treatment, Roach says.
"If the scans show cancer has spread in high-risk patients, there is no sense in the patient having his prostate taken out. He'll need chemotherapy and hormone therapy," he says.
"In a low- or intermediate-risk patient, on the other hand, any sign of [cancer spread] is likely a false-positive test. But the patient may be denied [surgery] because of the results," Roach says.
Prasad says he believes patients and doctors both contribute to the high rates of unnecessary tests.
"Men may ask for it. Physicians may do it because it gives them reassurance that they haven't missed anything," he says.
Prasad says the unnecessary tests cost taxpayers more than $35 million -- "more than 10% of the annual budget of the National Cancer Institute for prostate cancer research."
The study included 9,640 men with low-risk prostate cancer, 12,966 men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer, and 7,577 men with high-risk prostate cancer.
These findings were presented at a medical conference. They should be considered preliminary as they have not yet undergone the "peer review" process, in which outside experts scrutinize the data prior to publication in a medical journal.
SOURCES:Genitourinary Cancers Symposium, Orlando, Fla., Feb. 17-19, 2011.Mack Roach III, MD, head of radiation oncology, University of California, San Francisco.
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• Plan for pets. Pets are not allowed in public shelters. If you need to make arrangements for your pet, contact your vet, local SPCA or Humane Society.
• Trim trees to reduce potential damage from falling limbs. Trim them back from house and power lines.
• Clean rain gutters and keep them free of debris. You can create your own flood with clogged drains and gutters.
• Pick up things around your yard that you are no longer using, such as empty plant pots, etc.
• Collect insurance information and important papers. Collect your auto and homeowners or renters insurance policies. Don't forget health insurance cards, and bring copies of your bank and investment account numbers, since you may not be able to access these accounts online and may need to call instead. Keep all this info in place so it's easy to find and take with you if needed, preferably in a water proof container.
• Take a written inventory of personal possessions. Most people couldn't list all the items in their living room without looking. Make a written inventory now so you'll know exactly what's been lost later. A video or digital record also becomes extremely useful during the claims process.
• Put together a first aid kit.
• Prepare your car. Check gas, oil, and water. Also, check your car's emergency gear, such as a flashlight, spare tire, and jumper cables.
• If you may need to evacuate and don't have the transportation to do it on your own, register now with your local Emergency Management Office.
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• Put up shutters or plywood on all windows and openings using window clips to protect windows, glass doors, and skylights in the event of a storm.
• Clear your yard of loose objects, bicycles, lawn furniture, trash cans, etc.
• Move patio furniture, hanging plants and gas grills inside.
• Secure your boat. Remember that most drawbridges and swing bridges will be closed to all boat traffic after the evacuation order is issued.
• Leave swimming pools filled. Super-chlorinate the water and cover pump and filtration systems and intakes.
• Plan your route if you may have to evacuate. Check the Internet or listen to the radio to find out about road closures and the storm's predicted path.
• Get some cash to take care of expenses, as stores may be unable to accept checks or credit cards after the storm.
• Inform your extended family. If possible, let a family member in another city or state know about your plans for the storm, including destination and route if applicable.
• Contact your employer. Notify your employer's emergency contacts of your plans now and after the storm.
• Pay bills before the storm. Consider setting up an automatic payment plan to ensure that your payments are always made on time.
• Close storm shutters if you have them.
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• Make sure your car is filled with gas.
• Fill up your freezer with containers of water so they will freeze before the storm hits. You can use zip locks or plastic containers. If you lose power, your freezer will stay frozen longer if it is full.
• As the storm gets close, turn your refrigerator to maximum cold and keep it closed.
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• Turn off electricity at the main circuit breaker or fuse box to protect appliances from power surges (this reduces the risk of live dangling wires after a storm).
• Pack what you will need. See MEMA's suggested list.
• Turn off water and electricity at the main valve, breakers or fuses.
• Shelter your car. Keep your vehicle in the garage or on higher ground. Avoid parking it under a tree or on a low-lying street where it could be damaged by water.
• Arrange for a ride with nearby neighbors or relatives if you do not have a car. You can also call a local senior citizens group, your church, or your community emergency management office for help in arranging a ride. Make these arrangements early.
• If you are going to a public shelter, the most important items to take are your medication, a blanket, the portable radio, an extra change of clothing and perhaps a small supply of packaged foods.
• Keep your gas tank as full as possible during hurricane season. Fuel may be difficult to get.
• Learn the recommended evacuation route from your home to safer, higher ground. Local broadcasts will tell you where to go during an evacuation.
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Complacency in asthma care must end according to report from Royal College of Physicians
Posted: May 06, 2014|
A confidential enquiry, called the National Review of Asthma Deaths (NRAD), is calling for an end to complacency around asthma care so that more is done to save lives.
This comes as a Laura McPhee from Humberston is set to appear on ITV's This Morning today as part of Asthma Awareness Week, which begins on May 9.
Why Asthma Still Kills, a report from the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), was published today on World Asthma Day, found nearly half, 45% or 87 patients, of those included in the study who died from asthma did not have any medical help during their final asthma attack.
For 33%, 65 patients, there was no record of them seeking medical assistance and for 11%, 22 patients, help was not given in time. The NRAD found that 80% of the children under 10 and 72% of young people aged 10 to 19 died before they reached hospital.
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Improvements are needed so that both patients and healthcare professionals are better at recognising the signs of deterioration in asthma, and are better at acting quickly when faced with a potentially fatal asthma attack.
Dr Kevin Stewart, clinical director at the Clinical Effectiveness and Evaluation Unit (CEEU) at the RCP said: "It's time to end our complacency about asthma, which can, and does, kill.
"There are important messages in this report for clinicians, for patients and their families and for policy-makers.
"We haven't paid enough attention to the importance of good routine asthma care by clinicians with the right training and experience, and the part that patients themselves play in this.
"Too often we have also been slow to detect signs of poor asthma control and slow to act when these have been present, with tragic consequences for some families - we can and we must do better."
Findings from the NRAD include:
• The standard of care received was less than satisfactory in a quarter of those who died and there was 'room for improvement' in the care received by 83% of those who died.
• Triggers for asthma attacks had not been documented in more than half of the cases and 57% were not recorded as being under specialist supervision in the year before death.
• There were deficiencies in both routine care and in the treatment of attacks.
• There was widespread under-use of preventer inhalers and excessive over-reliance on reliever inhalers.
• 10% of those who died did so within one month of discharge from hospital following treatment for asthma; at least 21% had attended an emergency department at least once in the previous year.
• Over half of those who died were being treated for mild or moderate asthma at the time; experts concluded that this was mostly because neither doctors nor patients themselves recognised how serious their asthma really was.
• 19% of those who died were smokers and others, including many children, were exposed to second-hand smoke in the home.
• Some patients had not collected their prescriptions for preventative treatment or did not attend regular asthma check-ups.
Recommendations made by the NRAD include:
• Every hospital and GP practice should have a designated, named clinician for asthma services.
• Better monitoring of asthma control; where loss of control is identified, immediate action is required including escalation of responsibility, treatment change and arrangements for follow-up.
• Better education is needed for doctors, nurses, patients and carers to make them aware of the risks. They need to be able to recognise the warning signs of poor asthma control and know what to do during an attack.
• All patients should be provided with a personal asthma action plan (PAAP), which can help them to identify if their asthma is worsening and tell them how and when to seek help.
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"Antioxidant" has become one of the most persistent, and successful, buzzwords in the fitness industry. The substances are portrayed almost as microscopic superheros, patrolling our bodies to fight against the evil free radicals. Prevailing theories tell us that antioxidants fight cancer, aging and just about every other disease and condition out there. But emerging science has shown this view to be a potentially dangerous oversimplification of a very complicated system.
What is the role of antioxidants, then? Are free radicals really the villainous molecular marauders that they're made out to be? Is there any harm in antioxidant supplementation?
Poor, Misunderstood Free Radicals
Even at the molecular level, everything likes to be in balance. One of the ways that molecules maintain their balance is by having pairs of electrons. When a molecule has a lonesome, unpaired electron, it becomes a thief and tries to steal an electron from a neighboring molecule. The victim now becomes a thief, trying to replace its lost electron. These are free radicals and, through their criminal activity, they damage cell walls and cause disease.
It is true that antioxidants neutralize free radicals and prevent them from damaging further cells but this is only part of the story.
Free radicals aren't all bad and, in small doses, may even be vital since they are used in energy production at a cellular level. Certain free radicals, like those produced by hydrogen peroxide, actually play a key role in a healthy immune system. This means that megadoses of antioxidants, which destroy these free radicals, may be counterproductive, according to several studies.
The Science
The chief study that points to the benefits of the much maligned free radicals was conducted in 2010 by researchers at the Department of Biology at McGill University of Montreal, Canada. The study found that worms that had higher levels of free radicals actually live longer than normal worms. Additionally, when the worms were given antioxidants, their lifespan returned to a normal length. More research is needed, though, to fully understand this relationship as well as the effects in humans.
It also worth noting that, despite all the positive press, there is no research that conclusively proves all of the touted benefits of antioxidants. In fact, beta carotene, vitamin E and vitamin C have all produced lackluster results in studies on human. Beta carotene supplementation actually increased the risk of lung cancer by 28 percent and the death rate by 17 percent, in one study. An extensive U.S. Women's Health Study also suggested that vitamin C supplements could accelerate atherosclerosis in diabetics.
Should You Supplement?
Each of these studies on various antioxidants are performed with a pure extract of the substance and point to something interesting: Taking supplements that contain the purified forms of the compound is no substitute for a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
The tests that initially led to the fame of antioxidants were performed in a test tube, not in the human body. When they were reproduced in humans, researchers found that the antioxidants had little to no effect since the human body only uses specific forms of the substances and excretes the rest.
People who already have a deficiency in a given antioxidant, vitamin E for example, are the exception. But you should only supplement under the direction of a doctor since even these substances can have side effects when taken in large doses.
As is the case with most health and fitness topics, balance is the key. Science still cannot full explain the relationship between free radicals and antioxidants, apart from knowing that they are both important in the right doses. The safest course, then, is to stick to a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and let your body do the rest.


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The Georgetown County Sheriffs Office is looking for whoever is responsible for gunshots that damaged Waccamaw Middle School this morning.
According to Sheriffs Office spokeswoman Carrie Cuthbertson, deputies responded to the school at about 4:30 a.m. because of an alarm.
Once on scene, deputies observed the front entrance door glass to be broken which appeared to be caused by bullet holes. The entrance and the perimeter of the school were secured and cleared. There were no signs entry was made into the building, Cuthbertson said.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Georgetown County Sheriffs Office at 843-546-5102.
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CORVALLIS, Ore. – Registration is now open for Oregon State softball summer camps and clinics, which will be hosted in late June and early July.
The summer schedule will feature clinics for players ages 8-13 on June 25 and ages 14-18 on June 26. Both age groups will feature an all-skills clinic as well as a clinic for pitchers and catchers.
The Oregon State camp will run from July 13-16, and features both daytime and overnight options. The camp will be open to all players ages 8-18.To learn more about Oregon State's summer camps or to register, visit: http://www.beaversoftballcamp.com


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Vietnam vet honored at flag raising ceremony
MOUNT CARMEL - The Mount Carmel Area Joint Veterans Committee held its 436th Changing of the Colors flag ceremony Sunday, Nov. 25, in honor and memory of a veteran of the Vietnam War at the Susquehanna Bank flag pole.
David Peter Barvitskie was born Oct. 3, 1949, the son of John and Theresa (Halgash) Barvitskie. He was a 1967 graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional High School.
Barvitskie entered the Marine Corps Oct. 29, 1968, at Wilkes-Barre and was honorably discharged as a corporal Oct. 10, 1971, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif.
A field radio operator with Battery I, 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, he received the following medals: Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, 1st Award, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two stars, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with palm and frame, Vietnam Campaign Medal with device and the Rifle Expert Badge.
He served in Vietnam from June 28, 1969, to June 23, 1970. Total service to his country was three years, one month and nine days, of which, foreign service was one year. Following his tour of duty, he was transferred to the Marine Corps Reserve Forces, Kansas City, Mo.
On Sept. 21, 1974, Barvitskie married the former Bernadette Kelly at St. Stephen's Protomartyr Church, Coal Township.
He was a graduate of Williamsport Area Community College and Susquehanna University, where he earned an associate degree in business management. He was last employed as a draftsman with Metso Minerals, Danville.
Barvitskie was a member of Mother Cabrini Church, Shamokin.
Barvitskie passed away Sept. 29, 2012, and is buried in All Saints Cemetery, Bear Gap. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, two grandchildren, two brothers and a sister.
The flag that was flown for the past month was in honor and memory of Robert G. Smith, who served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. Taps was played on the bugle by Ann Ray Begis as the flag was lowered by Anthony Candelora. The flag was folded by William Begis, Walter Summers and Candelora, and was presented to Smith's wife, Venitta, by Summers.
The Barvitskie flag was escorted to the service by Andrew Lukoskie. The flag was presented by Barvitskie's grandson, Mason Barvitskie, to Summers who raised the flag as the National Anthem was placed. David Berezovske read the military records of both veterans. Summers lead everyone in reciting the Lord's Prayer. The ceremony ended with a silent salute to all veterans. Summers thanked the families and friends of both veterans in attendance for their participation in the ceremony.
Charles Noskoviak carried the American flag and the rifle escort was provided by James Kealy and Andrew Bubnis. Connie Andrews provided traffic control.
The next flag ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at Second and Oak streets, when the flag will be raised in honor and memory of William S. Whitmore, who served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Area veterans and the public are invited to attend.
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Criminal justice course CJ 496, provides students with an opportunity to earn 3-6 college credits while gaining valuable job experience. Students will be assigned, after mutual agreement and definition of tasks, to a public or private organization (see below for a listing of common placements) performing criminal justice-related work. You can enroll in this course twice, providing placement with two different organizations or one longer commitment to one agency.
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Gov. Perry's coyote hunt may have violated state law and city ordinances UPDATE
Gov. Rick Perry's use of a handgun to kill a coyote that he says was threatening a labrador puppy may have violated both city of Austin ordinances and state law. Perry spokesman Mark Miner said the governor's staff is researching various ordinances and laws and will respond later. The only real issue is whether Perry's […] [Read More]
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About a dozen minorities, many retired veterans, began screaming when a majority of the State Board of Education shut off a public hearing Wednesday night before they could speak about new social studies curriculum standards for Texas public schools. "We have been disenfranchised for so many years. For them to just categorically cut us off […] [Read More]
'At this time there has been no reptile to human contact'
Because we can't make this up. Newsflash from the Austin Police Department: APD was notified on Thursday, October 22, 2009 by Austin/Travis County Animal Control that the owner of a six foot Black Throat Monitor Lizard reported the loss of his reptile in the afternoon of Saturday, October 17, 2009. The reptile is a house […] [Read More]
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Some readers had a hard time wrapping their heads around the idea that Hispanics, on average, live the longest of the nation's three largest racial and ethnic groups, as presented in my story. As one reader put it: "Hispanics have the highest incidence of diabetes, the highest incidence of obesity, the highest incidence of heart […] [Read More]


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Wanted to check out whether you guys see any problem in upgrading our hector client from 0.8.0-1 to 1.0-5. Feels like 1.0-5 has come a long way by fixing lots of bugs and is light weight than 0.8.0-1 in terms of dependencies. Seems pretty obvious that we should upgrade, but do want to double check.
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Zayo Completes Ultra Low Latency Dark Fiber Route Between NYSE and Equinix Data Centers
Jul 29, 2015 - Project generates attractive returns while further enhancing market footprint
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We've been scratching our heads for a day on this and have finally come up with a couple of good explanations for Scott Disick's rather revealing appearance in see-through white swim trunks in Miami on Tuesday. Tell us which one makes sense to you:
- He was a big Olympics fan and really admired Conor Dwyer's choice of swimwear.
- He was reminded on Sunday just how much Kourtney exposed herself during the childbirth scenes of Keeping Up With the Kardashians and decided to, well, keep up with her.
- He's a huge Mad Men fan and decided that imitating Jon Hamm's recent appearance in clingy pants and no underwear was an easy enough way to follow in Don Draper's footsteps. Hey, it's easier than adultery and breaking into the ad business.
- He tried on the suit in a dark dressing room, and has never had experience with getting wet in white clothing.
Fortunately for future teenagers Mason and Penelope, Scott didn't actually show too much of the goods. Here's a closer look.
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The League of Reston Artists' (LRA) show runs from August 1 through August 29 and includes original painting, mixed media, and two-dimensional hangable art. The exhibition is at the US Geological Survey, National Gallery, 12201 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston, VA 20191. The exhibit is free and open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday; parking is available in the visitor's lot adjacent to an entrance where visitors pass through security. Visit the LRA website at www.leagueofrestonartists.org.
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"If It Doesn't Work, I Want A Refund" and other $%&! The Real Housewives Say!
In this week's installment of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, the ladies spent some time with their families. Whether it was Kathy Wakile and her sis Rosie looking for some new blood, or Teresa Giudice and Joe Gorga trying to fix some bad blood, we got an earful.
We somehow managed to narrow it down, so see below for our top 10 quotes from Season 4, Episode 10: "Temporary Shrinkage."
10. Gia, Teresa's daughter: "Milania — you're not very smart at stucco."
Milania: "I will throw this at you."
Seems like she's got the concept down.
9. Christopher Manzo: "You know my favorite part of Teresa? She doesn't need to be here to f*** my whole night up."
That's talent.
8. Jacqueline Laurita, to her father: "I know you told me not to drink beer from a bottle, but I'm home, OK?"
Your house, your rules.
7. Teresa: "I don't have a computer in my head, I don't store things in my brain."
Her brain is more for decoration.
6. Kathy: "I know that Rich has been to gay bars. He said the music was the best."
That's why everyone goes.
5. Teresa, on therapy: "If it doesn't work, I want a refund."
Or at least store credit.
4. Jacqueline, on Ashlee: "She thinks she's Lindsay Lohan."
God, we hope that doesn't make you Dina, Jacqueline.
3. Teresa: "We're all good, and then we make an illegal U-turn."
Be careful when merging.
2. Joe Gorga, to Teresa: "If you step out of line, I'm going to tie you to the bumper."
That'll show her!
1. Kathy Wakile: "First rule of thumb: Remember the bitch's name!"
Kathy, the Yoda of flirting.


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Mother/daughter lookalike contest 2011
We received hundreds of entries in the mother/daughter lookalike contest. There are a lot of women out there who look like their mom or daughter and would really like to spend a day together getting pampered at the Mokara Spa at the Omni Galleria Houston. The winner will receive the Mother/Daughter package at the Mokara […] [Read More]
Three Free Things: dancing, learning and vacationing
They make dancing look fun and easy. Before there was So You Think You Can Dance there was Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers who really could. See the famous duo's classic movie Swing Time at the Miller Outdoor Theatre this Friday. Swing Time Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Drive Friday 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 […] [Read More]
Three Free Things: accordions, bayous and sandcastles
James Nielsen: Chronicle If mama had a squeezebox…. The 21st Annual Accordion Kings & Queens celebrates the national instrument of Texas this weekend with Czech-German polka, cumbia, conjunto, Cajun, zydeco and more. 21st Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Drive Saturday 6:30 p.m. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Kids' Day on Buffalo Bayou is […] [Read More]
Three free things: Motown, a dip in the pool and rocking out
Paramount Pictures School of Rock. The Miller Outdoor Theatre presents Motown and soul music from the 1950s to now with Dancin' in the Street. The evening features the 23-piece orchestra, BASEMENT and dancers performing to songs by Motown, STAX, Atlantic and other labels. Dancin' in the Street Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Drive Thursday […] [Read More]
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Johnny Hanson: Chronicle Go team, go! This week Houston will celebrate the Chinese tradition of dragon boat racing with the 10th Annual Houston Dragon Boat Festival. A dragon boat is a 40-foot-long, 4-feet wide, canoe-like structure powered by 20 paddlers, one drummer and one steerperson. According to the web site, you don't have to be […] [Read More]
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Courtesy Photo Ozomatli. The Houston International Festival is back this weekend and next. You can check out the entire schedule here. And music writer Andrew Dansby gives his top-picks for the musical lineup here. I'm looking forward to Ozomatli. Houston International Festival City Hall, Tranquility Park and Sam Houston Park 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., […] [Read More]
Three free things plus a children's festival
Melissa Phillip Mequanint Moges with sons Noah and Noel enjoying last year's festival. This weekend the best way to help a child suffering from abuse and neglect is to have fun. The Houston Children's Festival is coming with six stages of music and entertainment, hundreds of activities, games, crafts, sports and more. All proceeds got […] [Read More]
Three free things to do that aren't Easter
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Master of Commerce
Course summary for local students
|2016 course information
|Award granted
Master of Commerce
Offered at Burwood (Melbourne),
Cloud (online)
|2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
|Next available intake
March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2), November (Trimester 3)
|CSP annual fee (indicative) - commencing 2016
|Not applicable
|Full fee paying annual fee - commencing 2016
|$26,000 - Full-fee paying place
|Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates)
|Faculty contacts
Faculty of Business and Law - student advisers
|CRICOS course code
|Deakin course code
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Professional recognition
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Specialisations
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
Course overview
Deakin's Master of Commerce (MCom) is a discipline-based coursework degree with six core units (Accounting, Finance, Economics for Managers, Business Process Management, Business Communication for Managers, and Business Strategy and Analysis); a selection of at least two units from a further six co-core units (Corporate Governance and Ethics, Critical Thinking for Managers, Ethics for Managers, Analytical Skills for Managers, Managing for Environmental Sustainability and Postgraduate Internship); at least one specialisation (four units); and the option to take a second specialisation or select further elective units of study.
It is designed for graduates of any discipline, as a first qualification in business.
The course uses sophisticated computer-mediated conferencing for classes, conferences, group work and debates among students, as well as for assessment. One of the great benefits of this is the excellent experience it will provide you in the use of information technology, which is a core competency for employees in today's commerce and related industries.
Professional recognition
By choosing appropriate units within the Master of Commerce, you may satisfy the professional recognition requirements of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA) or associate membership requirements of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Fees and charges
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is considered a standard full time load for one year of study. Each unit you study has an EFTSL value. You can add these together to calculate your study load for each year.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A Commonwealth supported place is one for which the University receives some Government funding. Students enrolled in these places are required to contribute only part of the cost of their course. To be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place you must be an Australian citizen, or a New Zealand citizen or holder of a permanent visa who will be residing in Australia for the duration of your unit/s of study.
* The indicative annual course fee shown has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2016, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline. The 2016 CSP course fees may change if the Commonwealth Government's proposed fee deregulation and reforms legislation is passed.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2016 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
The fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on "indicative course fees" to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Australian citizens or holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, enrolling in a CSP, may be eligible for HECS-HELP to assist in paying their tuition fees. For more information about HECS-HELP visit the Study Assist website.
Full-fee paying place - Domestic (DFP)
A full-fee paying place is one which the University does not receive any Government funding. Students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Domestic full-fee paying places are available to Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of a permanent visa.
The annual course fee shown has been provided as a guide only. The actual fees charged by Deakin University, is based on the course a student enrols in and the study load (EFTSL) of the units undertaken. The EFSTL value of each unit offered in 2016 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
To calculate the cost of each unit you can multiply the course price by the EFTSL value of all units undertaken.
The course based fees may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on these course fees to calculate the future cost of their course.
Domestic students may be eligible for FEE-HELP to assist in pay their tuition fees. For more information about FEE-HELP visit the Study Assist website.
Career opportunities
The specialisations in commerce studies lead to careers in virtually every area of business and government in Australia and internationally. Broad career paths include becoming a professional accountant, IT and systems professional, economist, financial planner, human resources manager, social and economic policy developer, international trade officer and marketing assistant/manager. As this is a very broad course there are further possibilities in other professions especially if taken with further study.
Course rules
The MCom is a 16 credit point degree. Students will be required to complete a core of 8 credit points and at least one specialisation of 4 credit points, which may include a core unit. The remaining credit points may be selected from the range of specialisations offered.
Students may choose to complete more than one specialisation. Students may also choose to exit the Master of Commerce early with either a Graduate Certificate of Commerce (consisting of any four Master of Commerce units) or a Graduate Diploma of Commerce (consisting of any eight Master of Commerce units).
Commerce graduates would normally be precluded from one or more of the core units and required to undertake substitute units from the full range of MCom units. These students are expected to specialise in an area other than their undergraduate major(s).
Refer to the details of each specialisation for availability.
International Trade and Business
Social Media and Mobile Strategies
Course structure
Core Units
|Business Process Management
|Business Communication for Managers
|Building Success in Commerce
|Finance #
|Economics for Managers #
Plus 2 credit points from:
|Corporate Governance and Ethics
|Critical Thinking for Managers
|Ethics for Managers
|Analytical Skills for Managers
|Sustainable Environmental Marketing
|Postgraduate Internship
Elective Units
The remaining credit points are selected from any unit listed in the MCom specialisations below. Selection of elective units must form at least one Master of Commerce specialisation. Students may choose other postgraduate units with prior written approval of the Course Team Chair.
|Commercial and Corporations Law
#MPT code denotes study tour version of the unit
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.
In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record.
For more information on the Admission Criteria and Selection Policy visit The Guide.
Entry requirements - specific
Standard Admission:
- A 3 year bachelor's degree or AQF equivalent
Alternative Admission:
- A graduate certificate in a congnate area + 5 years minimum relevant work experience; or
-A master's degree
Applicants may be eligible for Credit for Prior Learning for appropriate units of completed postgraduate study.
Credit for prior learning - general
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
Applications must be made directly to the University through the Applicant Portal. Details of available courses and application closing dates can be found on the Apply webpage. Please note that closing dates may vary for individual courses.
Your course may require further information in support of your application. Please refer to the faculty information website for further details.
Income support
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support through Youth Allowance and Austudy. Further information can be found at Deakin University's Fees website.
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support through Youth Allowance and Austudy.
Further information can be found at Deakin University's Fees website.


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Council Member
Jordan Brandman
City of Anaheim
Office of the
Mayor and City Council
City Hall, 7th Floor
200 S. Anaheim Boulevard
Anaheim, CA 92805
Senior Policy Aide to
Council Member Brandman:
Annie Mezzacappa - firstname.lastname@example.com
Jordan was elected to the Anaheim City Council in November 2012. Previously, he served as: Trustee of the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) - one of the largest school districts in the state of California; Chairman of the Anaheim Public Utilities Board (APU); and Trustee for the North Orange County Regional Occupation Program.
During Brandman's tenure on the AUHSD Board of Trustees, academic standards improved, graduation rates increased, Anaheim High School was restored to its historical architectural glory, and Oxford Academy was ranked the number one school in the state. While he was APU Chairman, the use of clean and efficient utilities was consistently achieved through strategic programs such as the Underground Conversion program, renovation of reservoirs, and advanced renewable technologies - keeping rates among Orange County's most affordable.
As a lifelong resident of Orange County, an Anaheim Colony Historic District homeowner, and small business owner, Brandman understands the connection between strong city leadership, property values, and economic growth. He is a proven fiscal conservative committed to policymaking that will: create jobs and strengthen economic development; maintain public safety and fight gangs; ensure safe and well-maintained neighborhoods, parks, and libraries; improve transportation flow and infrastructure; protect our public utilities while keeping rates low; and build on education success.
From 2002-2004, Brandman served as policy adviser in the Governor's Office for the Secretary of Education. In that capacity, he advised the Governor and Secretary on education policy issues, including: high school reform; education technology; career technical education; school facilities; after school programs; accountability and assessment; and child care/school readiness. He then served as a legislative aide in the California State Assembly from 2004-2006, advising on policy issues such as education, local government, and transportation.
Upon returning to Orange County, Brandman next served as director of workforce development for the Orange County Business Council. In that position, he was responsible for designing and implementing strategies and programs to help develop a 21st century workforce that would meet the county's long-term employment needs.
Brandman holds a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of California, Irvine. He is also active in many community organizations, including the Anaheim Family YMCA, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Anaheim, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, Orange County Taxpayers Association, Anaheim Historical Society, Anaheim Beautiful, and the Kiwanis Club of Greater Anaheim.
Contact Information
City of Anaheim
Office of the Mayor and City Council
City Hall, 7th Floor
200 South Anaheim Boulevard
Anaheim, CA 92805
Senior Policy Aide to Council Member Brandman:
Annie Mezzacappa - firstname.lastname@example.com


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The Hero with a Thousand Faces: Continuing Series
Recommended by Sandra, one of the library's children's librarians.
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Rowan of Rinby Emily Rodda
Rowan is a young, weak and timid boy unsure of himself and his role in society. However, his hidden magical powers become manifest when ancient evils arise in many different forms and threaten to ruin Rin as well as its inhabitants. This series is a good choice for younger reader because it not too dark or too lengthy.
The Chronicles of Prydainby Lloyd Alexander
The magnificent Land of Prydain is rooted in Welsh myth and legend. Taran believes he is destined to be a lowly Assistant Pigkeeper forever and longs for thrilling knightly adventures. A runaway oracular pig changes everything and he soon encounters more danger and terrifying beings than he can handle. With the help of a valiant mentor and colorful, loyal companions, Taran battles evil forces and travels an exciting road to self-discovery.
Lost Years of Merlinby T.A. Barron
Wales is the setting for yet another spellbinding series that begins with a boy washing ashore who has no memory of his past. His quest to learn his true name and find his real home leads him on fantastic journeys in this and other worlds. As he moves towards his ultimate destiny, being the greatest wizard of all times, he discovers that the fate of the land is intertwined with his own. This is a wonderful introduction to a classic Arthurian figure.
Circle of Magic and The Circle Opensby Tamora Pierce
Four young mages (Sandry, Daja, Tris, and Briar) from totally different backgrounds are mysteriously drawn to a disciplined temple community after their magic has leaked out and caused havoc. A close, psychic friendship forms among them as they are taught how to harness their special powers of magic. Malevolent forces are trying to destroy the temple and its realm, and the mages must exercise their magical abilities before they are truly prepared. Their individual mentors then take them on separate journeys into the larger world where they are each faced with a crisis requiring her/his unique magical gift.
The Squires Talesby Gerald Morris
With wry humor and a tongue-in-cheek tone, Morris recounts a number of highly entertaining Arthurian tales of valor. Knights, quests, damsels, enchantments and searches for essential humanity abound, albeit in non-traditional fashion oft times. Although this is not a sequential series following the development of one main character, the reader is continually bumping into familiar faces.
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Thawing turkey in the fridge really does take a long time, and takes up quite a bit of room, too. So why is it the best method?
And that's how to thaw a turkey in the refrigerator!
How To Thaw A Turkey:
|Turkey Weight
|Thaw Time In Cold Water
|10 to 14 lbs
|5 to 10 hours
|14 to 18 lbs
|7 to 14 hours
|18 to 22 lbs
|9 to 17 hours
|22 to 26 lbs
|11 to 20 hours
Once the turkey is thawed, you should cook it as soon as possible.
It's not as controlled an environment as the refrigerator, so there may have been some bacteria growth.
Because of that, it's not always safe to leave a turkey in the fridge after you've thawed it in cold water.
Thawing turkey in cold water is much, much faster than thawing it in the refrigerator, but there are a few things you need to keep in mind.
It's a lot more work than thawing it in the fridge, because you have to change the water.
Larger birds take long enough to thaw that they'll need to thaw overnight. And because you should cook the turkey soon after it's thawed, you may even need to thaw smaller birds overnight.
You need to be sure that you have some way of keeping the water cold overnight, because thawing turkey in warm water means a bacteria farm that can give you food poisoning.
We've seen how to thaw a turkey in the refrigerator and in cold water. But what if you're really, really out of time? Then it's time to talk about how to thaw a turkey in the microwave.
The first thing I want to say is that thawing turkey in the microwave isn't the best way to go. It's okay if you're stuck, but if you have time, avoid it!
The microwave heats unevenly. It heats the meat differently depending on whether it's touching the bone or not. That means that some parts of the turkey will actually start to cook before others are thawed. That can mean tougher meat.
Depending on how big your microwave is, you might not be able to fit the turkey in there. It really only works for smaller birds, or turkey parts.
But, if you're really in a jam and need to know how, here's how to thaw a turkey in the microwave.
Remove all the packaging, wrappings, and anything that might not be microwave safe.
Place the turkey on a microwave safe tray or platter, to catch any drippings.
Unfortunately, since all microwaves are different, you'll have to read your microwave's manufacturer's instructions to know how long to defrost the turkey.
Depending on how big it is, thawing a turkey in the microwave can take an hour or even two.
When you can, remove the giblet bag. It's fine when it's frozen, but some giblet bags aren't microwave safe and need to be taken out as soon as possible.
Once the turkey is thawed, you have to cook it right away. Some parts of the turkey will have started to be warm and cook, and they'll be at the perfect temperature for bacteria to grow. Cooking the turkey is the only way to stop them from growing too much.
And that's how to thaw a turkey! It's the first step towards a delicious turkey dinner.
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Seven Ways to Support Siblings of Kids with Special Needs
Parents of kids with special needs are often parents of typical kids, too. They love all their kids. Sometimes they worry about how one child's special needs impact the sibs. Jo Ashline, who is the special needs columnist at Orange County Register, is one of those parents.
Meet Jo's Sons
Jo loves both her sons: Andrew, who experiences autism, and Ian, the typical sib. She's observed Ian's compassion and patience toward Andrew, even though Ian is eighteen months younger than Andrew. The boys' relationship is good, but Jo realizes Ian could use support from family members and friends.
Seven Ways to Support Siblings of Kids with Special Needs
In fact, she developed this list of seven ways caring people can support Ian and other sibs of kids with special needs.
- Offer an open door policy that's free of judgement.
- Be Honest.
- Quality Over Quantity
- Personal Space
- Support Groups
- Instill a Sense of Pride in Your Child
- Provide Plenty of Respite
To read Jo's thoughtful fleshing out of each item on the list read her article, 7 ways to offer siblings of special needs kids support at the Orange County Register. The post includes a picture of her boys that will melt your heart.
How Can People Support the Sibs at Your House?
What do think of Jo's list? What items have you used before? What would you add to it? Share your expertise so the sibs of kids with special needs get all the support they need.


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Few people are more opportunistic than sex offenders and predators, and social media has given them more options than they never had before. It's a nightmare for law enforcement trying to track them and provides one more example that people need to know who they're talking to online.
A recent case reported in The Tampa Tribune tells of 40-year-old woman who met a sex offender online and moved to Clearwater to be with him.
The woman's mother was mortified to learn about the man, who used aliases on all kinds of social media sites. He's in jail awaiting trial.
Some sites, such as Facebook, try to prevent sex offenders from having accounts, but all it takes is for one to use a fake name with an unregistered email address and it's impossible to know. Creating different online identities is incredibly easy.
Florida sex offenders are supposed to provide law enforcement with their email addresses and screen names before using them online, according to the story.
Even if their cover is blown, these offenders can easily open a different account using another name and email account. It's almost impossible for law enforcement to keep up them when there are so many social media sites and chat areas.
The Internet has been a boon to sex offenders. Now they can search for victims anonymously while sitting in a darkened basement. You can pretend to be anyone — and they do. Too many people of all ages fall for it these days.
Even a Heisman Trophy candidate football star fell for a fake online relationship, not having any idea who he really was talking to on the Web.
For some, it's a hobby or game. For sex offenders, it's even more sinister.
People must be aware that bad people are out there on the Internet, tricking people for various reasons. It pays to be skeptical about who you're talking with if you've never met them. It could save your life, in fact.


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Windows Phone 7 users will still get service for free.
Using Last.fm on a mobile device and home entertainment system will now cost £3-a-month as the popular music streaming service seeks to earn some Spotify-style subscription dollar.
The app, which operates on the same premise as Pandora and Slacker Radio in that it allows users to listen to music based on their preferences. Unlike Spotify, which costs £9.99 a month, you can't listen to your songs of choice, only those selected by Last.fm.
The subscription model has been long in the offing. Up until now, it has only been the UK, the US and Germany which has escaped the monthly fee. Last.fm users on the web will still access the service for free while Xbox Live users and Windows 7 Phone owners will not be subjected to the fee.
So what's it going to be folks? Spotify and a world of song choice and offline playlists for a tenner a month or £3 a month to let Last.fm choose your songs for you and help you on the road to discovering new artists?
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APPENDIX F Economic Development in Statewide Corridor Planning Transportation Investment and the Economy Transportation is the backbone of the economy--it connects markets and provides for the movement of people and goods. Maintaining and increasing the level of service of the transportation system through the efficient and intelligent investment of transportation capital is necessary to retain existing businesses and attract new ones. As shown in Figure F-1, investments that lead to efficiency gains (i.e., reduced travel times and costs) lower business costs and increase market access. This gives rise to productivity gains, which enhance economic competitiveness. In today's business environment, cost-effective and time-sensitive multimodal transportation services have increasingly become part of the competitive advantage in manufacturing and service- oriented industries. A state's transportation system includes highway, rail, transit bus, intercity passenger rail and bus, airports, and potentially water ports and international border crossings. They all provide crucial transportation services to residents and businesses. Measuring Economic Impacts of Transportation Investments The purpose of economic impact analysis is to study economic trends and the impacts of a state's transportation system on the state economy. The analysis should also identify any gaps in the transportation infrastructure that may be adversely affecting the state's economy and provide a context for understanding key changes and decisions in the transportation system with respect to the state's economy. The economic impact analysis will conceptually identify key elements of the transportation system from an economic perspective and estimate the comparative impacts of different improvement scenarios. A model might consist of the following: � Defining the study regions, � Analyzing transportation system impacts on the state's economy, � Identifying strategic corridors and facilities, � Analyzing comparative advantages and challenges, � Identifying gaps in the transportation system, � Analyzing mode and freight movements, � Evaluating alternatives, and � Identifying technical linkages between modes. 65
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66 A Guidebook for Corridor-Based Statewide Transportation Planning Efficient Transportation Infrastructure Investment Increased Transportation Capacity, Efficiency, Safety, Reliability, and Level of Service Transportation Transit Time Savings Attraction, Cost Savings, (Reliability Improvement) Creation, Greater Access Expansion, and to Activities for Retention of Households, and Increased Productivity Businesses and Businesses and Participation in Workforce Markets Increased Competitiveness Increased Economic Growth Source: Adapted from FHWA Office of Freight Management and Operations, 2004. Figure F-1. Transportation and the economy. Defining Study Regions For the purposes of economic impact analysis, a state should be divided into distinctive analysis regions based on both geographic and economic considerations. Dissecting the state into "regions" will facilitate the analysis and presentation of different regional and inter-regional dynamics that may be affected by transportation system development. Analyzing Current Transportation Impacts on the Economy The initial overview of the economic significance of the transportation system should provide context for the subsequent assessment of impacts of different future investment scenarios and should support intuitive interpretation of the overall economic outlook from a transportation perspective. This element of the economic analysis will include the following three sub-elements: 1. Economic and demographic trends and outlook: a synopsis of trends in employment, population, personal income and tax revenues for a state with respect to the United States as a whole. 2. Defining key supply chains: a brief assessment of the state's industrial base and an examina- tion of the supply chains necessary to the economic competitiveness of these key industries. Understanding the multimodal global supply chains of key industries within the state will provide insight into the private-sector system needs and requirements. 3. Transportation and travel demand: mapping trends in population and industry employment in a GIS environment, using available economic forecasts, as well as future no-build travel demand forecasts to pinpoint emerging sources of personal and commercial transportation demand throughout the state. Identifying Strategic Economic Corridors and Multimodal Facilities The next step involves extracting trip and commodity flow distribution patterns from the statewide traffic model (or other source) and information regarding key supply chains. This will
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Economic Development in Statewide Corridor Planning 67 help identify major trade flows and workforce commuting patterns not only within the state, but also between state trade centers and the remainder of the United States. For U.S. border states, this also includes patterns between the state and international trading partners. When mapped in conjunction with the location of major transportation corridors, intermodal facilities, and employment centers, these flows will highlight key corridors and facilities of strategic significance to the state's economy. Analyzing Comparative Advantages and Challenges Information assembled from the above economic sub-tasks will provide a basis for comparing trends, industry supply chains and economic transportation needs among the state's regions and between the state and points outside the state. These comparisons will form the basis for identifying the state's regional and statewide economic strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities (SWOT) from a transportation perspective. The SWOT evaluation will be an important tool for understanding how economic changes are leading to decisions by major participants in addressing the emerging role of the state's transportation system in relation to the overall economic competitiveness of the state. Identifying Gaps in the Transportation System From the SWOT evaluation, key emerging weaknesses associated with a state's changing economic needs will become evident. This information could be useful as an input for the stake- holder involvement process and for the overall needs and performance assessment of the overall plan-development process. Analyzing Mode and Freight Movements Using freight/commodity flow data and models, the comparative tonnage and value of freight moving into, out of, and through a state by mode can be estimated. The tonnage and value of top commodities and origin and destination (O-D) pairs for each mode should be identified and quantified in this process, along with changes in tonnage and value by mode forecast through the time horizon of the study. These movements will then provide insight into the context of key changes, decisions, and participants pertaining to intermodal and multimodal freight transportation needs in a state. Evaluation of Alternatives Using economic analysis, the economic impacts of corridor improvement scenarios can be evaluated. Each scenario should be compared against a baseline (no-build) economic forecast. Economic impacts will be derived by comparing anticipated levels of earnings, output, and employment for the state and its respective economic analysis regions under each scenario against anticipated conditions under a no-build baseline. Using the comparative congested VMT and VHT estimates from the scenarios, a regional economic model will be used to estimate economic impacts. The economic analysis will yield future estimates of earnings, output, and employment under each of the four scenarios in comparison to a "no-build" baseline scenario. This information can then be used to identify which of the improvement scenarios will yield the greatest benefits. Figure F-2 demonstrates the basic economic analysis approach linking VMT and VHT estimates of the scenarios to the economic impact analysis methodology.
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68 A Guidebook for Corridor-Based Statewide Transportation Planning Corridor Transportation Change in VMT and VHT Change in Transportation Passenger User Business User Economic Model Economic Model Economy Change � Gross Regional Product � Personal Income/ Real Disposable Income � Employment Figure F-2. Modeling economic impacts of transportation investments.


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For a little over a month, I had been planning a surprise birthday party for my boyfriend Anthony. He was turning the big 3-0 so I really wanted him to feel loved and celebrated on his special day. I invited his sisters from out-of-state, a bunch of our friends and some of my family as well. The plan was set! Well, the surprise ended up being on me!
Anthony arrived at the party and went along with things for about two hours, at which point he asked the DJ if he could say a few things. I was standing in the back of the room, ready to take pictures of him. I was thinking, "Wow, he's taking the initiative to thank everyone for coming! " He's not really big on public speaking, so I was very impressed with him and had the camera ready to take pictures of him giving a speech. He started out by thanking everyone for being there and then very quickly turned the attention to me. He said some really sweet things along the lines of: "Chrissy's done a lot for me, and I don't give her the recognition she deserves, so I got her a little gift I'd like her to come open. "
I was very confused and slowly walked to the front of the room. He handed me a box a little smaller than a typical shoe box, but it was very light. I started thinking to myself, "What on earth could be this light that he would want to give me in front of 50 other people? " I started scanning the faces of my family members that were there to see if anyone would give me any kind of idea about what was going on, but there was nothing Then he told me again to open the gift, so I did and inside was a cardboard box. I opened the cardboard box and inside was a little jewelry box. I immediately looked at him, feeling like I was about to fall over if it was what I thought it was. He simply nodded his head, urging me to continue.
I opened the box to see a beautiful diamond ring with a little note saying, "Will you marry me? " Anthony immediately got down on one knee but not for long because I started sobbing and felt so weak in the knees that I told him I was going to fall over. So, he jumped up, hugged and kissed me. Of course I said yes! Then he put the ring on my finger, and all of our friends and family members took turns coming to congratulate us. There was hardly a dry eye in the house! Anthony had been trying to come up with a way to surprise me for quite some time, and he had turned the tables on me by turning the surprise party I was throwing for him into my own engagement party!


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It's difficult to take someone seriously who consistently fails to keep his word. Even more so when Joe Biden is standing next to him.
As a state senator in Illinois, Obama opposed legislation providing an exception to handgun restrictions if the weapon was used in the defense of one's home. And in 1996 when running for political office, he answered "YES" to a survey question asking whether he would support state legislation to "ban the manufacture, sale and possession of handguns."
We shall see.
#1 I am 100% for training and certification for gun ownership. It is a dangerous weapon and EVERY person who owns a gun should be taught (before owning) how to safely handle their firearm. This is just common sense. We are an American Gun Totting family, however, my husband is a certified firearms instructor and our entire family has gone thru extensive training and the kids through Hunter Safety Training and Certification.
#2 We in the US have HUNDREDS of laws regarding guns, but who is going to enforce them? Cuts are running rampant through the Police Departments/Federal Departments. This is a classic catch 22.
#3 I find it interesting that many of these recent mass shootings have occured in legally determined "Gun Free Zones". Food for thought : http://http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...es_Act_of_1990 Makes you wonder how effective more laws would be?


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The HQ-16 naval version has the missiles fired out of a vertical storage/launch cell that is flush with the deck of the ship. This is a system pioneered by the United States. This is one reason China has developed new ship designs to replace the Russian ones it has been using for over half a century. The first of these is the 4,300 ton Type 54 frigate. This ship is based on Western, not Russian, design concepts. Twelve of these have been built so far, plus ten to the more advanced Type 054A standard (each of which has 32 VLS cells for HQ-16 missiles.)
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