text:
- Northern New York Newspapers
- Watertown
- Ogdensburg
- Massena-Potsdam
- Lowville
- Carthage
- Malone
- NNY Business
- NNY Living
- NNY Ads
POTSDAM - Acclaimed violinist Adrian Anantawan will discuss how rehabilitation engineering has enabled him to develop into the premier violinist he is today at a Biomedical Engineering Seminar at 4 p.m. Friday in Clarkson Universitys CAMP Robert A. Plane Atrium.
The seminar Moving Music Forward: Adaptation, Evolution and Technology is sponsored by Clarksons Center for Rehabilitation Engineering Science and Technology (CREST) & the Canadian Studies Program.
SUNY Potsdam, in collaboration with Clarkson, will present Anantawan in a performance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall at SUNY Potsdams Crane School of Music. He will also lead a discussion about music education at SUNY Potsdams Crane School of Music on Saturday.
Anantawan is a key proponent of the disabled arts, as he was born without a right hand. He is a national spokesperson for the War Amps of Canada, and the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab Center. Active within Canadian media, his documentary Adrian Anantawan: The Story Behind the Notes is currently being broadcast across the country by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).
As an educator, he is currently a faculty member of the National Arts Centre Young Artists Program, teaching in its pre-college division since 2008. Along with pianist Bryan Wagorn, he created the CODA Project, a program aimed at training young musicians (ages 12-18) to implement outreach presentations to the Ottawa community. Active within his community, Adrian helped to create the Virtual Chamber Music Initiative at the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab Centre. The cross-collaborative project brings researchers, musicians, doctors and educators together to develop adaptive musical instruments capable of being played by young person with disabilities within a chamber music setting. Currently in its second year, the initiative has helped transform the lives of children with Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Rett Syndrome.
In 2006, he was nominated for a Juno for his work on the childrens album, A Butterfly in Time (Marco Polo Records) and is a 2009 inductee into the Terry Fox Hall of Fame. Other honors include winning the Rosemary Kennedy International Competition and the CBC Galaxie Award. He has performed at the Olympic, for the Pope, President and the Dalai Lama.
The seminar is open to the public free of charge. The SUNY Potsdam performance event is free for all SUNY Potsdam and Clarkson University students. Tickets are $10 for all SUNY Potsdam or Clarkson employees and seniors, and $15 for the general public.
Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Community Performance Series Box Office, located in the lobby of the Sara M. Snell Music Theater on the SUNY Potsdam campus, which is open between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.Monday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased by calling (315) 267-2277 or visiting at www.cpspotsdam.org.
Thousands of readers like you have made Northern New York Newspapers the number one ranked website* for local news and sports coverage in the north country.
You can continue on to this article in a few seconds, or you can visit one of our websites:


text:
Talk to a specialist
Weekdays 8am-7pm EST
In the dark about miniature replacement bulbs? Don't worry, no replacement bulb need is too small for Bulbs.com. We carry the highest-quality miniature replacements, and all of our miniature replacement bulbs conform to ANSI standards for wattage, voltage, dimension, and safety.
Receive special offers and information from Bulbs.com.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
|Gas Prices Leveling Off?
|Written by Steve Frank
|Thursday, 28 February 2013 16:25
Gas prices in the High Country have seemed to have leveled off after a tumultuous month of increases, most capping off around $3.80 a gallon for regular before a number of stations backed off, some dropping as low as the mid to low $3.70's. There are gas bargains—if you want to call $3.69
a 'bargain,' with that price spotted along US 70 in Hickory, $3.71 in Jefferson and Granite Falls, $3.75 at Tynecastle and $3.72 on Blowing Rock Road in Boone. The U.S. average retail price for regular gasoline rose to $3.78 a gallon on Monday. That's up 3.7 cents from a week ago and up almost 43 cents from 4 weeks ago, based on the weekly price survey by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
|Share This Article:


text:
Be In 2 Places at the Same Time
Usually it is time for vacation or a quick getaway when you are so busy that you need to be in 2 places at the same time. Now you can be in Jersey and Penn. AND on vacation!
The answer to "Where does Pennsylvania start and New Jersey end?" is now written on the free walking bridge between New Hope and Lambertville. Here is Jersey:
This spot makes for some fun photos. Not only can you walk there from the Fox and Hound Inn but it is a gorgeous view.
Here is Pennsylvania:
You are not going to believe this but the day we were there and took these photos, there was a double rainbow. Really! Here it is,
Special Packages
'Beautiful You' Photography Package Beauty & pampering. Because you always put yourself last on the list and behind the camera- you don't exist in photographs for your loved ones! It's time to celebrate your life. Includes concept & styling consultation, professional hair & makeup artistry, portrait session, personal portrait selection consultation & gift print and overnight getaway in a romantic room with gourmet breakfast $248-$359. Book online. Now thru Nov 30th, www.foxhoundinn.com. Elegant Beauty Portraiture by Brenda. www.brenPhotography.com 215.208.5803Excellent choice for Birthday, Anniversaries, Mother-Daughter, Couples, fiancée, family reunion.
* Your Historic Getaway* Walking tour of historic New Hope– Famous resort town, revolutionary & civil war, artist colony, & hippie enclave-all in one pleasant walk with experienced guide. After your walk, sit back and enjoy a romantic lunch or dinner then sleep in a cozy bedroom in New Hope's historic manor and bed & breakfast, the Fox and Hound Inn. Innkeeper will tell you tales of past residents of the manor during your gourmet breakfast. Everyday thru Nov 15, $99-$210 includes walking tour, breakfast, overnight stay and dinner reservations (lunch/dinner price not included) Book here or call and we will arrange your walk and package.
November packages: Check back for info on an overnight Stay to Shop with your own personal stylist! Business Holiday Luncheon/Meetings
What is there to do in New Hope, Pa? (We can arrange any of the below for you during your stay with us.)
October 2014
Walking Tour of historical New Hope with the New Hope Historical Society http://www.newhopehs.org/walking-tour.html
Craft Fair (various, ask us for details & directions)
Seeward Johnson works at NJ Grounds for Sculpture
The Haunting of Hill House (October weekends)
The 39 Steps
The Rocky Horror Show (Oct 23-Nov 2)
Ballroom with a Twist (Nov 4- Nov 9)
Bob Egan (Fridays in Sept.& Oct)
Riverside Symphonia (Oct 5)
Suzanne Vega (Nov. 6)
An Evening with Carl Palmer (Nov 22)
Raul Malo (coming in Dec.)
Sign up for the seasonal newsletter and we will keep you updated on all local happenings, festivals, concerts and new recipes! Click here.


text:
Submission TRIM Makes Data Recovery on SSD's Impossible-> 1
Deathspawner writes: Solid-state drives may offer unparalleled responsiveness to a PC, but without the help of the ATA command TRIM, performance can be severely degraded over time. On the surface, TRIM may look like an absolute blessing, but there's one downside (or upside, depending on how you look at things) that hasn't been looked into much, if at all. Thanks to how TRIM purges the data when a file is deleted or the drive is formatted, typical data recoveries are impossible, and due to the absolute effectiveness of the command, even forensic recovery can hit a brick wall.
Link to Original Source
Link to Original Source


text:
April 4, 2012
By Curtis S. Dubay
If President Obama and Congress fail to act this year, an enormous, unprecedented tax increase will fall on American taxpayers starting on January 1, 2013. The Washington Post called the looming tax increase "Taxmageddon,"[1] and Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke called it a "massive fiscal cliff."[2]
This impending tax increase is mostly the result of the expiration of many long-standing policies that all expire at the end of 2012. President Obama and Congress should start working together now to prevent this massive tax increase rather than waiting until the end of the year. That would assure families, businesses, and investors that their taxes will not rise sharply as the economy is still staggering to its feet and show the voters that Washington really can get important things done—even in an election year.
Taxmageddon Is Huge
Taxmageddon is a $494 billion tax increase that strikes at the beginning of 2013. Under current law, tax policies in seven different categories will expire, and five of the 18 new tax hikes from Obamacare will begin.
These tax hikes will raise $494 billion in 2013 but will remain in place unless President Obama and Congress stop them. Taxpayers would see even bigger tax hikes in succeeding years as the tax increases raise more revenue as the economy grows.
Although these tax increases will not start raising new revenue until next year, they are having a negative impact on the economy today. Families, businesses, and investors need to know how much tax they will pay in the future before making important economic decisions. The uncertainty caused by Taxmageddon means they are stuck in neutral while they wait for President Obama and Congress to act. This is slowing job creation and stopping many of the millions of unemployed Americans from going back to work.
A tax increase the size of Taxmageddon for just one year is simply unprecedented. Usually tax and budget policies are evaluated on estimates over 10 years. A 10-year tax increase of Taxmageddon's magnitude would be off the charts. By comparison, all the tax increases in Obamacare—itself an enormous tax increase—raise $502 billion over 10 years, which is almost as much as Taxmageddon will increase taxes just in 2013.
Taxmageddon's Sources
Almost 34 percent of the tax increase from Taxmageddon comes from the expiration of the 2001 and 2003 Bush tax cuts. These cuts are best known for reducing marginal income tax rates, but they also reduced the marriage penalty, increased the Child Tax Credit and the adoption credit, and increased tax breaks for education costs and dependent care costs.
Another 25 percent of Taxmageddon comes from the expiration of the once-temporary payroll tax cut. The expiration of the patch on the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)—which would raise the income threshold over which families qualify for the AMT to prevent middle-income families from paying this tax that is only supposed to impact "the rich"—accounts for 24 percent of the total potential 2013 tax increase.
The remaining tax increases come in part from Obamacare, notably the start of the Hospital Insurance 3.8 percent surtax on wages and salaries over $250,000 and investment income over that amount. This is the most economically damaging tax in the law and the one that raises the most revenue.
Then there is the expiration of the tax cuts contained in the 2009 stimulus and the expiration of the "tax extenders," a group of about 50 tax policies that are regularly renewed for a year or two. The current policy on the death tax also expires in 2013. That means the rate will rise from 35 percent today to 55 percent and the exemption will fall from $5 million to $3.5 million.[3] The expiration of full expensing of new business capital investments (deducting the full cost at the time of purchase) rounds out Taxmageddon.
Table 1 lists the revenue each category of tax hikes would raise just in 2013. The appendix lists each separate tax policy that falls under each category that expires or begins in 2013.
Act Soon
Congress and President Obama have developed a penchant for waiting until the very last minute to act on pressing tax legislation. In 2010, they waited until late December to extend the expiring Bush tax cuts for two years. At the end of 2011, they waited again until late December to extend the expiring payroll tax holiday. They should break themselves of this bad habit.
Instead, Obama and Congress should remove the uncertainty clouding jobs and family finances by removing the threat of Taxmageddon now. Businesses, families, and investors need to know as soon as possible that this massive tax increase will not hit them as they awaken on New Year's Day 2013.
Curtis S. Dubay is a Senior Analyst in Tax Policy in the Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies at The Heritage Foundation.
Appendix: Breakdown of Taxmageddon
Show references in this reportHide References
[1]Lori Montgomery, "'Taxmageddon' Looms at End of Payroll Tax Holiday," The Washington Post, February 18, 2012, at http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/end-of-payroll-tax-holiday-sets-up-harder-hit-for-taxpayers/2012/02/16/gIQAnxqTMR_story.html (accessed March 14, 2012).
[2]Peter Schroeder, "Bernanke Warns Lawmakers Country Headed for 'Massive Fiscal Cliff,'" The Hill, February 29, 2012, at http://thehill.com/blogs/on-the-money/801-economy/213351-fed-boss-warns-of-massive-fiscal-cliff (accessed March 14, 2012).
[3]A repeal of the death tax starting in 2010 was part of the 2001 Bush tax cuts. The law that extended all the other Bush tax cuts for 2011 and 2012 undid the repeal of the death tax and set it at its current 35 percent rate with a $5 million exemption. Because the death tax policy was changed from the original Bush tax cuts, it is treated separately.
Curtis S. Dubay
Research Fellow, Tax and Economic Policy
Read More >>
Request an interview >>
Please complete the following form to request an interview with a Heritage expert.
Please note that all fields must be completed.
Heritage's daily Morning Bell e-mail keeps you updated on the ongoing policy battles in Washington and around the country.
The subscription is free and delivers you the latest conservative policy perspectives on the news each weekday--straight from Heritage experts.
The Morning Bell is your daily wake-up call offering a fresh, conservative analysis of the news.
More than 450,000 Americans rely on Heritage's Morning Bell to stay up to date on the policy battles that affect them.
Rush Limbaugh says "The Heritage Foundation's Morning Bell is just terrific!"
Rep. Peter Roskam (R-IL) says it's "a great way to start the day for any conservative who wants to get America back on track."
Sign up to start your free subscription today!
The Heritage Foundation is the nation's most broadly supported public policy research institute, with hundreds of thousands of individual, foundation and corporate donors. Heritage, founded in February 1973, has a staff of 275 and an annual expense budget of $82.4 million.
Our mission is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense. Read More
© 2015, The Heritage Foundation Conservative policy research since 1973


text:
Photo by Jason Wyche
YIELD: Makes 10 to 12 Servings
- 5 pounds fresh beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
- 2 bottles (16.5 ounces each) Coca-Cola (not Diet Coke)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups Coca-Cola marinade, reserved from above
- 1 envelope dry onion soup mix (from a 2-ounce package)
- 1 can (8 ounces) salt-free tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
- 3 large yellow onions, halved lengthwise and each half sliced about 3/8 inch thick
- 3 large whole bay leaves (preferably fresh)
1. Place brisket in large nonreactive roaster with snug-fitting lid (I used one measuring 15 1/2 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 4 inches deep). Pour Coca-Cola evenly over brisket, cover, and refrigerate 24 hours, turning brisket once or twice in Coca-Cola marinade.
2. When ready to proceed, preheat oven to 325°F. Lift brisket from roaster and pat dry. Line large fine sieve with coffee filter and set over medium-size bowl. Pour in Coca-Cola marinade and let drip through.
3. Rub brisket well on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat oil in very large (15-inch) heavy skillet about 1 minute over high heat until ripples appear on pan bottom. Add brisket and brown 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Return brisket to roaster, now rinsed and dried.
4. For Gravy: Combine 2 cups filtered Coca-Cola marinade, soup mix, tomato sauce, and ketchup and pour over brisket. Scatter sliced onions on top and drop in bay leaves. Note: If you use fresh bay leaves, crinkle them a bit as you drop them into the roaster to release their flavor.
5. Cover roaster, slide into lower third of oven, and braise brisket 4 hours. Check roaster at half time and if liquid seems skimpy—not likely—add a little more filtered Coca-Cola marinade, or beef broth, or water.
6. Remove roaster from oven and set on trivet on counter. Remove lid and cool brisket at least 30 minutes to allow juices to settle and meat to firm up. Note: Some cooks bring the brisket to room temperature before serving. Discard bay leaves and remaining Coca-Cola marinade.
7. To serve, lift brisket to cutting board and slice about 1/4 inch thick—across the grain and slightly on the bias. Overlap brisket slices on large platter and smother with pan gravy and onions. The best accompaniment? For me nothing beats a tart and creamy coleslaw.
From From a Southern Oven: The Savories, the Sweets by Jean Anderson. Copyright © 2012 by Jean Anderson; photography copyright © 2012 by Jason Wyche. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
my notes
Nutritional Info
- Calories769
- Carbohydrates26 g (9%)
- Fat55 g (84%)
- Protein42 g (84%)
- Saturated Fat21 g (103%)
- Sodium1,043 mg (43%)
- Polyunsaturated Fat3 g
- Fiber2 g (7%)
- Monounsaturated Fat25 g
- Cholesterol213 mg (71%)


text:
Live the luxurious life with this rare offer from 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, now available for $299 per night, including a $100 credit that can be used at the spa, restaurant or for parking during a two-night stay.
Save $100 on current rates daily through April 28. Stays in May have also been discounted.
This prestigious hotel towers above the city's premier Gold Coast neighborhood, filled with upscale boutiques and a variety of culinary options. Voted as one of the 2013 Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels, this property boasts an indoor pool overlooking the cityscape, and an extensive art collection with works by as Andy Warhol and Henri Matisse lining the halls.
Walk one block to Michigan Avenue -- every shopper's dream -- or zoom up to the 95th floor of the nearby John Hancock Tower for some cocktails high above the city. The hotel is home to the new Allium restaurant, touting regional American cuisine from the hands of its Michelin-starred chef.
Not available on: March 1-2, 14, 19-22; May 6-7. Rooms are available at higher rates on Feb. 22-24; March 15-16; April 4-5.
Note: Two-night minimum stays are required. The $100 credit is only available per stay.
Travelzoo Tip: Make your stay even more luxurious with a massage and facial at the spa with this deal for $229, including bubbly. The credit cannot be applied toward this spa deal.
Please go to your email and confirm your subscription.


text:
Product Test: Tornado Can Opener
We bought the Tornado Can Opener at Bed, Bath and Beyond for 19.99. It takes four double A batteries. You simply attach the opener to the top of the can -- lining up the magnet to the can -- and then push the button. The can opener spins around and cuts the lid. It is totally hands free and makes a clean cut with no sharp edges.
Our tester thought it was a great idea and gave it thumbs up.


text:
- Title
- Description
- Organization
This toolkit assists parents in helping their children make healthy food choices and start healthy habits to prevent diabetes. The materials use Sesame Street characters to teach lessons on nutrition and healthy activities. En español
This guide contains easy-to-understand charts and worksheets to help you track your diabetes health and work with your doctor to develop a plan to maintain a healthy heart. It is available in English and Spanish. En español
American College of Physicians (ACP)
This website is filled with information about living with diabetes and developing habits for healthy eating and physical activity through small, sensible steps. En español
This website for kids tells you cool stuff about how your body works, how eating right helps you play better and feel good, and how staying active is lots of fun! En español
This meal planning curriculum is for people living with diabetes and their support persons. The curriculum incorporates participatory nutrition education, food preparation activities, and tasting of foods. En español
Oregon Diabetes Program
This national weight management program is designed to help veterans lose weight, keep it off, and improve their health. The materials available on this website can also be used to help non-VA patients manage their weight. En español
U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA)
This online tracking tool lets you track what you eat to manage your diabetes and prevent the onset of complications. Explore nearly 5,000 foods and find recipes and healthy alternatives to improve your meals. En español
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
This tip sheet helps Hispanics/Latinos at risk for type 2 diabetes move more and eat less to reduce their risk. En español
National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)
This comprehensive kit includes reproducible patient education handouts on 29 topics related to cardiometabolic risk reduction, prediabetes, diabetes, and CVD. En español
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
On this website you'll find suggestions for reducing the number of calories in what you drink and help deciphering nutrition facts labels. En español
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Filter Results
- Help Me Select one:
- I Am A Select one:
- Age Select one:
- Type of Resource Select one:
- Spanish Remove


text:
Monday, December 27, 2010Lipscomb Lady Bisons' softball coach Kristin Ryman has announced a change in the dates for an indoor hitting camp.
Due to construction work inside McQuiddy Gym the camp, originally scheduled for Jan. 8 has been moved to Jan. 15.
The times for the camp, 8:30 a.m to noon, are still the same. An optional recruiting seminar will follow the hitting camp.
|Copyright ©2015 Lipscomb University Athletics. All Rights Reserved.


text:
10 U.S. Code § 424 - Disclosure of organizational and personnel information: exemption for specified intelligence agencies
(a) Exemption From Disclosure.— Except as required by the President or as provided in subsection (c), no provision of law shall be construed to require the disclosure of—
(1) the organization or any function of an organization of the Department of Defense named in subsection (b); or
(b) Covered Organizations.— This section applies to the following organizations of the Department of Defense:
Source(Added Pub. L. 104–201, div. A, title XI, § 1112(d),Sept. 23, 1996, 110 Stat. 2683; amended Pub. L. 108–136, div. A, title IX, § 921(d)(5)(A), (B)(i),Nov. 24, 2003, 117 Stat. 1569.)
Prior Provisions
A prior section 424, added Pub. L. 100–178, title VI, § 603(a),Dec. 2, 1987, 101 Stat. 1016, § 1607; renumbered § 424 and amended Pub. L. 100–453, title VII, § 703(a),Sept. 29, 1988, 102 Stat. 1912, related to disclosure of organizational and personnel information with respect to the Defense Intelligence Agency prior to repeal by Pub. L. 104–201, div. A, title XI, §§ 1112(d), 1124,Sept. 23, 1996, 110 Stat. 2683, 2688, effective Oct. 1, 1996.
2003—Pub. L. 108–136, § 921(d)(5)(B)(i), substituted "Disclosure of organizational and personnel information: exemption for specified intelligence agencies" for "Disclosure of organizational and personnel information: exemption for Defense Intelligence Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, and National Imagery and Mapping Agency" in section catchline.
Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 108–136, § 921(d)(5)(A), substituted "National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency" for "National Imagery and Mapping Agency".
Effective Date
Section effective Oct. 1, 1996, see section 1124 ofPub. L. 104–201, set out as an Effective Date of 1996 Amendment note under section 193 of this title.
Disclosure of Governmental Affiliation by Department of Defense Intelligence Personnel Outside of United States
Pub. L. 103–359, title V, § 503,Oct. 14, 1994, 108 Stat. 3430, provided that:
"(a) In General.—Notwithstanding section 552a (e)(3) of title 5, United States Code, intelligence personnel of the Department of Defense who are authorized by the Secretary of Defense to collect intelligence from human sources shall not be required, when making an initial assessment contact outside the United States, to give notice of governmental affiliation to potential sources who are United States persons.
"(b) Records.—Records concerning such contacts shall be maintained by the Department of Defense and made available upon request to the appropriate committees of the Congress in accordance with applicable security procedures. Such records shall include for each such contact an explanation of why notice of government affiliation could not reasonably be provided, the nature of the information obtained from the United States person as a result of the contact, and whether additional contacts resulted with the person concerned.
"(c) Definitions.—For the purposes of this section—
"(1) the term 'United States' includes the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and any territory or possession of the United States; and
"(2) the term 'United States person' means any citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States."
Exemption for National Reconnaissance Office From Any Requirement for Disclosure of Personnel Information
Pub. L. 102–496, title IV, § 406,Oct. 24, 1992, 106 Stat. 3186, which provided that, except as required by President and except with respect to provision of information to Congress, nothing in Pub. L. 102–496or any other provision of law was to be construed to require disclosure of name, title, or salary of any person employed by, or assigned or detailed to, National Reconnaissance Office or disclosure of number of such persons, was repealed and restated in former section 425 of this title by Pub. L. 103–178, title V, § 503(a)(1), (b),Dec. 3, 1993, 107 Stat. 2038, 2039.
LII has no control over and does not endorse any external Internet site that contains links to or references LII.


text:
Accessibility hardware
Here are some examples of accessibility aids that can help make using your computer easier.
Keyboard stickers can be stuck onto individual keys of a standard computer keyboard. The lettering on the stickers is large and bold. Different colours are available. A set of stickers costs from £7. Bump-ons are also useful tactile markers, and are available in different colours and shapes; a set of six costs from £1.20.
Large print keyboards can either:
- Have standard sized keys, with the characters printed on each key are larger. They come in a variety of colour combinations and prices start from £24.
- Have physically larger keys, making the keyboard itself larger. They may differ from standard keyboard layouts, and are not recommended if you plan to learn to touch-type.
You can also buy a "skin" for some keyboards. This is a plastic overlay that fit onto a standard keyboard but which has larger print for each key.
Increasing the size of screen text or using screen magnification software means less can be fitted onto the screen. A simpler way to get more text on the screen is to increase its size. You can specify a larger monitor when you buy a computer, or add one later. Laptops can be connected to larger monitors Screen sizes of 19 inch or 21 inch are now considered standard, and you can buy monitors of up to 32 inches in many shops.
Monitors vary vastly in price depending on their size. Large monitors are widely available from high street retailers.
Another way to slightly increase the size of what appears on a monitor is to place a magnifying filter in front of it. This can also help to reduce the amount of glare from a computer screen due to an anti-reflective coating.
Braille displays
An electronic braille display is a tactile device that is placed under a conventional computer keyboard and enables the user to read the contents of the computer screen by touch in braille. They are also known as paperless, soft or refreshable braille displays and have up to 80 braille cells.
Each cell has 6 or 8 pins made of metal or nylon, which are electronically controlled to move up and down, to display a braille version of characters that appear on the computer screen. Braille displays are driven by a screen reader, as described on the Software for computers page. The top six pins form the Braille character, and the seventh and eighth dots can show additional information like formatting or the location of the cursor.
Above each cell is a touch cursor which can be used to move the insertion point to that location. This means you can be reading some text, notice a spelling mistake, and move the cursor to the mistake before moving your hands to the keyboard to correct it.
The displays have additional controls which can be used to move around the screen, reading whichever part you wish, and this reduces the need to keep switching back and forth between the display (for reading) and the keyboard (for everything else). They may also have input keys so that you can enter text and commands without having to move your hands to the keyboard. Some devices include notetaking and other facilities and can be disconnected from a computer and used independently.
Braille can provide layout and other information more effectively than speech. A spelling mistake, for example, is often more obvious on a braille display than hearing mispronunciation amongst a lot of speech. It is sometimes said that speech is for speed and braille is for accuracy. For many people braille is a natural way of working, and is an essential medium for deafblind people.
Braille displays are very expensive. A 40 cell display will cost in the region of £1900 from suppliers such as RNIB, Humanware or Sight and Sound.
Frequently asked questions
Search our most frequently asked questions to find the detailed answers you need about benefits, eye health, education, employment, travel and much more.Search FAQs


text:
in this issue
premium services
online directory
customer care
People & Business :: Green Issues
Green Chemistry: New Routes to Tackle Emissions
February 25, 2008 | Alex Scott
The chemicals industry historically has been permitted to release thousands of m.t./year of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other green house gases (GHG) into the environment from manufacturing plants at no financial cost. That is starting to change, however, with the emergence of climate change regulations, including emission trading schemes, which are making companies financially liable for their CO2 emissions in certain regions of the world. Many chemical companies are developing novel technologies and systems designed to cut CO2 emissions, sequester CO2, and even...
This information is only available to Chemical Week subscribers.
Forgot your user ID or password?
Not an IHS Chemical Week member yet?
Here's why you should be:
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
contact us | about us | customer care | privacy policy | sitemap | advertise
Copyright © 2015 IHS, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.


text:
Students found responsible for violating the Standards of Conduct may request one appeal of an administrative hearing or student conduct board hearing outcome. As indicated previously, students who report sexual misconduct incidents may request one appeal of an administrative hearing outcome. While an appeal is pending, the student found responsible must comply with the sanctions deemed necessary by the Director of Rights and Responsibilities.
The Dean of Campus Life or designee will determine the most appropriate person/group to serve as the appellate body from the list below:
- Dean of Campus Life or designee
- Director of Rights & Responsibilities (only an option if the director was not involved in the conduct conference or hearing)
- Individual faculty, staff, or administrator trained to serve as an appeal administrator
- Administrative panel of two or more faculty, staff or administrators trained to serve as an appeal panel
- Student conduct boards trained to serve as appeal boards
The written request for an appeal must be filed with the Assistant to the Dean of Campus Life within three working days from the date the hearing outcome letter is issued. The consideration of the request for an appeal and the appeal itself shall be limited to a review of the hearing record. It is not a new hearing, except as necessary to explain the basis of information required under #2 below. The student(s) must explain the basis for the request for an appeal in writing. The appeal administrator(s) assigned to the case will determine if at least one of the three following criteria has merit:
- A significant procedural error occurred that reasonably may have impacted the outcome.
- Newly discovered information exists which is sufficient to alter a decision and which by due diligence could not have been discovered in time for the hearing. Deliberate omission of information by the appealing party is not ground for an appeal.
- The sanction is inappropriate or disproportionate given the details of the case.
The progression of an appeal:
The assigned appellate body will determine if one of the criteria has been met. If none has been met, the request for an appeal is denied and the determination of the conduct hearing is final.
If the request for an appeal is granted on the basis of newly discovered information, the matter may be referred back to the original conduct hearing administrator(s) or student conduct board for reconsideration of the original determination or sanction.
If the request for an appeal is granted on the basis of a significant procedural error or a sanction which is inappropriate or disproportionate given the details of the case, the appellate body shall determine the appeal process from the options below:
- Conduct a new hearing,
- Refer the matter to another administrator(s) or board to conduct a new hearing, or
- Revise the sanction (if the issue of responsibility is not in dispute).


text:
Quarterback Sneak: Who will Lead?
Going through some older content, I came across an article via JetsVine stating the possibility of pursuing Matt Cassel as the new quarterback for the upcoming 2009 season. Now we already know that Brett Favre is in his seven week mind jumble considering whether to come back or not and although mostly everything has been installed for Rex Ryan's system, the ball now rests in Favre's court . If Brett Favre does not return the Jets have a mix of quarterbacks to pursue, utilize, whatever you want to call it. But even so it poses a question with these other guys, will they be able to step up to the challenge and take the reigns?
Kellen Clemens: Clemens is going to be the first guy everyone looks at because of his time he served when Chad Pennington was in the middle of a slump. Without a doubt Kellen's strength and skills are good but his accuracy is a lot to be desired and the fact that he saw little action this past season with Favre at the helm it is hard to tell what to expect from Clemens. Overall at this point I would deem Clemens usable but with a major caution, don't depend on him to be the future.
Brett Ratliff: Obviously Ratliff has gone from the third string nothing to the fan favorite that everyone wants to get his chance particularly after his performance in the preseason. At this point, I can't say Ratliff is the future because first off it was a garbage game so there really wasn't the "NFL pressure" that is normaly present and plus he has been on the bench since with Clemens so I'm concerned about how well he warm up to the job but he does have upside and is deserving of his shot.
Erik Ainge: Until I can see how he handles the big leagues I would be inclined to stay away from him.
Matt Cassel: "The Franchise Boy" just got his bonus from New England after they put the tag on Cassel but there is still talks about trading the quarterback in favor of Tom Brady. This might be worth at least investigating, his 400 yard performances are good to have on any resume and yes, there are traces of Tom Brady there. I'm interesting to see if Cassel would consider the prospect of becoming a friend of the enemy but this situation doesn't seem likely even if he does leave New England but then again the Jets got Favre so anything is possible.
Draft: There are truly no decent QB's in this year's free agency frenzy (other than a few) so that leaves the Jets in the position of drafting a quarterback yet again of course teams like the Lions and Chiefs will want to go after big names like Matt Stafford and Mark Sanchez. But lest we forget the occasional surprises the Jets find in the draft. Looking at this from the managements point of view, they already have three (not including Favre) quarterbacks on the team and wasting a pick on one although would be nice to see what they can do to mold "fresh meat" they also have other needs and other positions to be concerned with.
Overall the Jets are looking at some limited options here and trying to piece together the right group of guys is going to be challenging for Rex Ryan, he has his staff but now its time for his "boys." I can only hope that management will make all the right choices concerning Favre and everyone else aboard. After a 40 year slump, I'm ready to see the 1969 Jets back out on the field but it all begins with these details.


text:
Skip to Content | Skip to Navigation
Go to Geocaching.com
Adela B on September 3, 2012, 12:25 pm
3 Comments | Permalink
Geocache of the Week
The cache hunt starts with the chicken statue
So, why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the Geocache of the Week, of course!
What the CLUCK? (GC3K9TV) is a difficulty 1.5, terrain 1.5 traditional cache located just outside of Newburg, Wisconsin.
Inspired by a 10-year-old geocacher who raises chickens for 4-H – a youth development organization, the cache quickly became a favorite among local cachers since it was created in May.
Cache owner Stewzoo1 explains, "When you first drive up, the statue of the chicken is on opposite side of the road. You go to it thinking that it is the cache but soon learn it isn't. When you turn around, you get a clear shot of the cache box across the street. This still is not the cache, but a container holding cups of chicken treats (there is a note inside the box saying that this is to keep the natives happy and they still must find the log container). The container is located around the corner at the front of the coop. They must walk around, feeding the chickens in order to get to the cache."
The chickens now love it when geocachers visit, because they know that they're going to get fed every time a car pulls up.
Chickens on a mission to get their treats
With 42 logged visits and 25 Favorite Points over a course of three months, this cache gives local geocachers something to talk about. In fact, What the CLUCK? made for quite the conversation at the West Bend $1000 Cache Ba$h 2012 Mega-Event.
One geocacher who logged this creative find says, "Instant favorite point! This cache made me smile. I was like, 'OMG, they're real!' And then we had fun laughing at the crazy sounds some of them made, and feeding them, and then looking at all the different varieties. Thanks for introducing cachers to your chickens and chickens to the geocachers… I imagine they probably have similar conversations as us, like 'Look at that silly cacher with the hat and sunglasses!' haha TFTC!"
Continue to explore some of the most engaging geocaches around the globe. Check out all the Geocaches of the Week on the Latitude 47 blog or view the Bookmark List on Geocaching.com.
If you would like to nominate a Geocache of the Week, send an email with your name, comments, the name of the geocache, and the GC code to email@example.com
Keeping the natives happy
« Geocaching.com Presents: 2012 Geocaching Block Party
Shop Geocaching September Newsletter »
Only 6968 kilometres from Germany.
It will more difficult to find this great Cache.
For me it will be Difficult 5 to recht
Congratulations from South Germany
We just happened to visit this one today without knowing it was the cache of the week – easily one of my favorites!
I attended the West Bend Cache Ba$h and this was the cache everyone was talking about!
How close is the nearest Geocaching.com geocache to your home?
View Results
What is Geocaching?
Posts Comments
Follow Geocaching
Copyright © 2000-2010 Groundspeak, Inc. All Rights Reserved.Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners.
Return to Top of Page


text:
There are inconsistencies, at least that's what the folks in the comments on YouTube seem to think. I've played the original, but never really paid much attention to the back story, instead focusing on my pretty, pretty characters.
What the video may lack in accuracy and relevance to Guild Wars 2 it certainly makes up in random Wailmer, so there is that.
Guild Wars Lore in a Minute [YouTube]


text:
- Northern New York Newspapers
- Watertown
- Ogdensburg
- Massena-Potsdam
- Lowville
- Carthage
- Malone
- NNY Business
- NNY Living
- NNY Ads
CANTON The Republican candidate for St. Lawrence County district attorney said she is renewing her challenge to District Attorney Nicole M. Duve to a debate to discuss each others qualifications and records following the incumbent prosecutors comments Friday at the county Democratic Committees fall dinner.
The only issue that matters in this campaign is getting justice for victims and putting criminals in jail, Mary E. Rain said. I have a record of success; my opponent has a record of failure.
Ms. Duve told the crowd of Democratic party faithful Friday night she had remained focused on the day-to-day duties of her office and had opted to stay out of any engagement of partisan politics as her opponent has criticized her record for the past several months.
During that time Ive been subjected to a steady drum beat of inaccurate and politically motivated charges by my opponent. Thus far Ive held my tongue. Thus far I havent engaged in a conversation about our respective work ethics or anyones tenure as public defender. Thus far I havent engaged in a conversation about dragging victims or their families into the middle of a political campaign. And thus far I havent engaged in a conversation about temperament, Mrs. Duve told the assembled Democrats.
But let me tell you this: entrusting an individual with the substantial investigative powers of the district attorneys office, including subpoena power, is an incredibly serious matter, Mrs. Duve said. Folks, in short, temperament matters in this job.
Ms. Rain is taking aim at Ms. Duves record, calling her opponents time in office incompetent, disorganized and ineffective.
Ms. Rain said that since 2008 St. Lawrence County has had 444 cases dismissed, 10 acquittals at trial and 267 reductions on felony cases alone.
My opponent is desperately trying to distract the voters from her terrible job performance as district attorney, Ms. Rain said. All volunteers who attend my rallies and events, including former victims, law enforcement, firefighters, attorneys and citizens seeking justice, all know my opponents dismal performance while in office must end.
Ms. Rain said that as DA, she will offer the county fast-track felonies, and ensure swift justice by using technology to improve the offices efficiency.
If any of you, your spouse, your child, your parent, your loved one is a victim of crime tonight, who would you want prosecuting your case? Ms. Rain said. My opponent may forget about your case, fail to indict the criminals responsible, or drop the ball at trial. I think about it every day, and that is why I ran for district attorney.
Thousands of readers like you have made Northern New York Newspapers the number one ranked website* for local news and sports coverage in the north country.
You can continue on to this article in a few seconds, or you can visit one of our websites:


text:
Tag Archives: chico hotel savings
Stay Sun-Thurs: Save 15% Off!
Use promo code: 15savings and save 15% on this Chico California Hotel! HeritageInnChicoHotel.com| 725 S. Broadway. Chico CA 95928 *Subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers. Discount will be applied to Sunday to Thursday night from the regular … Continue reading
Posted in Sale/Promotion Tagged cheap chico hotels, chico ca hotel discounts, chico hotel savings, discounted hotels in chico, motel in chico Comments Off on Stay Sun-Thurs: Save 15% Off!


text:
An article by Steve Melewski on the MASN web site:
http://www.masnsports.com/steve_melewsk ... teams.html
makes the suggestion/reason that the Orioles will be going to a six man rotation in the minors and it may reach as high as AA. With Rick Peterson in charge it would seem that a "Direction" of MiLB pitchers is established and will be followed through with the larger emphasis placed on education instead of just pitching in games and winning. I found it a good read


text:
Search gallery
Developer Channel FlashKit.com JavaScriptSource HTML 5 Dev Center HTMLGoodies Developer DevX PHPBuilder WebDeveloper WebReference
Featured Flash FLA
» Author: work2survive
» Title: Girl Walking 1kb
» Description: Walking girl, animation just takes 1kb, using high heels shoes, and fashion model attitude.
» More by work2survive
Featured Sound Loops
Featured Flash Site
» Author: Alex Zokaei
» Link: http://iclearstudios.com
» Description: iClear Studios is a professional web design and internet marketing firm that also provides eCommerce design and development
» More by Alex Zokaei
Latest Font
» Author: Fábio FAFERS
» Title: FAFERS Irregular Serif Font
» Description: I created this font for free use. Everyone can apply it in personal or business texts. Its free, but I want to be communicated in case of business use. Donations are accepted to keep the project of free fonts alive! Thank you all
» More by Fábio FAFERS
Featured Sound Fx
Audio Player
» Author: nathan
» Title: Phantasm Dimensional Fork 01
» Description:
A recorded sound of the Dimensional Fork Gate.
» More by nathan


text:
|Avery County Arrests
|Written by Dave Blanks
|Wednesday, 25 April 2007 06:59
Two Arrests have been reported in Avery County. Seventeen year oldPhillip Metcalf of Bent Road in Avery County has been arrested for statutory rape; a class c felony. He's currently under a 75 thousand dollar bond in the Avery County Jail. In an unconnected incident, Robin Spivey of Crossnore was charged with larceny of a motorcycle in Florida.
|Share This Article:


text:
20 U.S. Code § 4707 - Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Fund
(a) Establishment of fund
There is established in the Treasury of the United States a trust fund to be known as the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Fund. The fund shall consist of amounts appropriated to it pursuant to section 4711 of this title and amounts credited to it under subsection (d) of this section.
(b) Investment of fund assets
It shall be the duty of the Secretary of the Treasury to invest in full the amounts appropriated to the fund. Such investments may be made only in public debt securities of the United States with maturities suitable to the fund. For such purpose, such obligations may be acquired
(2) by purchase of outstanding obligations at the market place. The purposes for which obligations of the United States may be issued under chapter 31 of title 31 are hereby extended to authorize the issuance at par of special obligations exclusively to the fund. Such special obligations shall bear interest at a rate equal to the average rate of interest, computed as to the end of the calendar month next preceding the date of such issue, borne by all marketable interest-bearing obligations of the United States then forming a part of the public debt, except that where such average rate is not a multiple of 1/8 of 1 percent, the rate of interest of such special obligations shall be the multiple of 1/8 of 1 percent next lower than such average rate. Such special obligations shall be issued only if the Secretary determines that the purchases of other interest-bearing obligations of the United States, or of obligations guaranteed as to both principal and interest by the United States or original issue or at the market price, is not in the public interest.
(c) Authority to sell obligations
Any obligation acquired by the fund may be sold by the Secretary at the market price.
Source(Pub. L. 99–661, div. A, title XIV, § 1408,Nov. 14, 1986, 100 Stat. 4010; Pub. L. 102–190, div. A, title X, § 1089(2),Dec. 5, 1991, 105 Stat. 1485; Pub. L. 102–484, div. A, title X, § 1054(h),Oct. 23, 1992, 106 Stat. 2503.)
In subsec. (b), "chapter 31 of title 31" substituted for "the Second Liberty Bond Act" on authority of Pub. L. 97–258, § 4(b),Sept. 13, 1982, 96 Stat. 1067, the first section of which enacted Title 31, Money and Finance.
1992—Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 102–484struck out "(except special obligations issued exclusively to the fund)" after "by the fund".
1991—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 102–190, § 1089(2)(A), substituted "public debt securities of the United States with maturities suitable to the fund." for "interest-bearing obligations of the United States or in obligations guaranteed as to both principal and interest by the United States."
Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 102–190, § 1089(2)(B)(ii), struck out ", and such special obligations may be redeemed at par plus accrued interest" after "market price".
Pub. L. 102–190, § 1089(2)(B)(i), which directed striking out of "(exceptional special obligations issued exclusively to the fund)", could not be executed because those words did not appear. See 1992 Amendment note above.
LII has no control over and does not endorse any external Internet site that contains links to or references LII.


text:
|The Avery County Humane Society is Moving Soon!
|Written by Laurie Vierheller
|Monday, 26 March 2012 10:35
The dogs, cats, kittens and puppies of Avery County Humane Society will be on the way to their new animal shelter on New Vale Road in Newland on April 16 and the shelter will open to the public on April 19! Staff and board members are already preparing for the move.
The new, 21,000 sq. ft. Avery County Adoption and Humane Education Center features a spacious lobby and pet boutique, 34 cat condos, 29 double dog runs, an education and community room and space for future development of a spay/neuter and veterinary clinic. A cat play room allows visitors to view our fancy felines at play, and dog and cat adopt areas provide quiet space for volunteers and adopting families to spend time socializing puppies and kittens or getting to know a special pet before adopting.
Receiving areas provide space for examination and treatment of new arrivals, quarantine space shelters sick or injured animals, and separate areas house healthy pets that are ready and waiting for their forever homes. As always, the friendly staff of Avery Humane will be standing by to help you find just the right match for you and your family.
The new shelter is located at 279 New Vale Road, behind Ingalls, in Newland, right next door to the Paws and Claws resale store. Paws and Claws will reopen for the season on Thursday, April 19, selling gently used household items and furniture and the proceeds of all sales benefit Avery County Humane Society.
Important Dates: The Humane Society will cease receiving animals at the Stamey Branch shelter at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 13 and will close Sunday, April 15 through Wednesday, April 18, to accomplish the move and help the animals settle into their new environment. The staff will welcome the public and begin receiving animals at the new shelter, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 19, 2012.
Operating hours will remain the same for the first month: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday for adoption only from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The weekly spay/neuter clinic will be postponed on Thursday, April 19 but will begin again, on Thursday, April 26.
The new ACHS phone number will be 828-733-2333. Mail will continue to be received at PO Box 1213, Newland, NC 28657.
Volunteers are being accepted into the Volunteer Program now! Orientations will be held on the second Saturday and fourth Monday each month beginning May 12. Visit the ACHS website at www.averyhumane.org for more information and to apply.
Do you have a friendly smile and a welcoming spirit? Volunteer receptionists are needed beginning April 16. Call 828-733-9265 for details.
The Avery County Humane Society invites the community to visit the new facility, beginning April 19, and wishes to thank the many people and organizations who donated time, money and effort to help make this dream come true. Special thanks to the owners and employees of David Patrick Moses, Architect, PLLC and David E. Looper & Company for their tireless and excellent service.
|Share This Article:


text:
Browse by Creator
Number of items: 1.
Khan, S., Gill, S. S., Mooney, L., White, P., Whone, A., Brooks, D. J. and Pavese, N. (2012) Clinical and cerebral blood flow changes induced by concomitant pedunculopontine nucleus and subthalamic region stimulation in patients with Parkinson's disease. Journal of Neurology, 78 (14). pp. 1090-1095. ISSN 0022-3050
This list was generated on Tue Oct 6 03:39:48 2015 BST.


text:
- Destinations
- Hotels
- Vacations
- Tours & Activities
- Special Offers
- Cruise Vacations
Must be booked in conjunction with air component for rate to be valid and receive $250 instant savings credit.
Save up to $250 per couple
Travel from 11/04/2013 through 04/10/2014
Blackout Dates: 11/27/13-11/30/13; 12/26/13-01/01/17
Minimum Night Stay: 4 Nights
Book This Now
One&Only Ocean Club
Hotel Ratings
Insider Tip
- While visiting the One&Only Ocean Club guests can stroll through the Versailles Gardens and enjoy the 19th century marble statues and the 12th century Augustinian Cloister that sits above the Gardens and overlooks serene Nassau harbor. Complimentary shuttles transport guests 0.5 miles west on Paradise Island to the Atlantis resort (a partner property), where they enjoy access to all facilities and charging privileges, including 21 restaurants and lounges.
Hotel Overview
What to Expect:
- Originally a private estate, this resort owes its existence to Huntington Hartford II, the legendary 1950s playboy who bought the estate and converted it into a resort for his jet-set crowd. Its glittering 1962 opening drew entertainment luminaries, royalty, and politicians from around the world. Current owners bought the resort in 1994 and spent $100 million renovating and expanding. Celebrities and world travelers still come, only now they seek seclusion rather than attention. Utter tranquility and hushed, discreet service on 35 garden acres awaits them.
Amenity Highlights:
- Running for three miles along Paradise Island's north shore and accessible by a wood staircase, an uncrowded beach of fine white sand borders the turquoise Atlantic Ocean. Neat rows of cushioned lounge chairs fitted with folding shades furnish sunbathing comfort. Evian-water misting and afternoon sorbet offer heat relief. In the resort's renowned Versailles-styled gardens is a large pool surrounded by palm trees and cushioned wrought-iron lounge chairs. Loungers enjoy full views of the gardens, which feature a 12th century Augustinian cloister.
- New Providence Island (Nassau)
Airport:Nassau International Airport NAS
- Beachfront Suite -
The luxury Beachfront suites are 1100 sq. ft. one bedroom suites with a separate parlor in contemporary, elegant island decor. It features a full size, spacious patio or balcony with ceiling fan, table and chairs and chaise lounges. The bedroom features a king bed, ceiling fan, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, armoire, walk-in closet, clock radio, two direct dial telephones with voice mail, 32 color satellite TV, DVD player, CD player, individual climate control, and internet access. The bathroom features double sinks, walk-in shower, large tub with jets, robe, scale, hair dryer, enclosed toilet and bidet, magnifying mirror, marble countertops, and a telephone.
- Garden View Suite -
Washed in soft colors and textures inspired by this paradise, each expansive one-bedroom suite offers a King-size bed. A separate parlor features elegant furnishings and modern amenities for dining and entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead to an adjoining terrace or balcony with sweeping views of the Atlantic or gardens. Bathrooms are adorned in marble with Roman bath, separate showers, and twin sink basins.
- Beachfront -
The luxury Beachfront room is a 550 sq. ft. guest room in contemporary, elegant island decor. It features a full size, spacious patio or balcony with ceiling fan, table and chairs and chaise lounges. The room features a king bed, ceiling fan, mini-bar, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, armoire, chest, one large closet, sitting area with table and chairs, armchair, lounge chair, clock radio, direct dial telephone with voice mail, 32 color satellite TV, DVD player, CD player, individual climate control, and internet access. The bathroom features two vanities, each with a sink, robe, scale, hair dryer, enclosed toilet, magnifying mirror, enclosed shower, large tub, and telephone.
- Ocean View -
Satellite TV with DVD and CD players, DMX satellite radio channels, Complimentary laptops available on request, Complimentary high-speed Internet access, State-of-the-art voice and data lines, Luxurious bathroom with large tub, Private bar, Pillow menu.
- Ocean View Suite -
Washed in soft colors and textures inspired by this paradise, each expansive one-bedroom suite offers a King-size bed. A separate parlor features elegant furnishings and modern amenities for dining and entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead to an adjoining terrace or balcony with sweeping views of the Atlantic or gardens. Bathrooms are adorned in marble with Roman bath, separate showers, and twin sink basins.
- Garden View -
Located in the Hartford Wing which offers lovely views of the garden grounds. The room opens to a patio or balcony and is perfect for relaxing.
- Two Bedroom Garden Cottage -
Secluded with the garden grounds is a cluster of four cottages. Each secluded 860 square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath garden hideaway offers King-sized or Euro-king beds, in addition to a spacious parlor and dining area, connected by exquisite French doors to a large enclosed courtyard patio with plunge pool, the ideal setting for private sunning or outdoor dining.
Room Amenities:
- Air conditioning
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom telephone
- Bottled water in room (complimentary)
- Cable/satellite TV
- CD player
- Ceiling fan
- Climate control
- Clock radio
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Designer toiletries
- DVD player
- Hair dryer
- Housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- In-room safe
- Internet access - complimentary
- Internet access - dial-up
- Internet access - surcharge
- Iron/ironing board
- Minibar
- Multi-line phone
- Non-smoking rooms
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Television
- Turndown service
- Voice mail
- Wake-up calls
Property Amenities
Featuring eight private treatment villas suitable for couples as well as singles, the resort's health spa employs Asian holistic rituals and includes a beauty salon offering private rooms with hardwood floors and gilt-frame mirrors. Decorated with Balinese carved-wood accents and Thai silk pillows, each villa includes side-by-side Javanese-teak treatment tables and a two-person shower with oversized rainfall showerhead. Outside, a private garden-courtyard contains a two-person Balinese daybed under a wood-shingle roof, as well as a two-person jetted tub. Signature offerings include the Ocean Club massage (two therapists employing five massage techniques), Elemis Aroma Spa Ocean Wraps (heated seaweed body masks followed by massage), and Elemis Fennel Cleansing Cellulite and Colon Therapy (detoxifying body mask and massage). Stretching from this resort to near Nassau Harbor, the 0.25-mile-long gardens (built by Huntington Hartford II and modeled after the French original in Versailles) consist of seven terraces graced by Carrera-marble and bronze statues, including two of Empress Josephine reclining at the gardens' entrance; a 12th century Greek statue of Hercules; and two giant bronze statutes of Hartford heroes Franklin D. Roosevelt and explorer David Livingston. The gardens' apex features a 12th century Augustinian cloister from France that Hartford purchased from William Randolph Hearst.Located on the lip of a low bluff between sloping lawns and the beach, a weathered-wood deck pierced by a single palm tree supplies a panoramic ocean view for twice-daily yoga classes. Snuggled again a seagrape hedge nearby, a tent-cabana offers the same view for open-air massage. Hammocks stretch between palm trees throughout the resort's 35 acres.
transportation: Shuttle vans or private cars of varying prices are available. They can be selected during the process of booking a reservation for this hotel, via this Web site, and added to the total trip cost.
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Bar/lounge
- Business services
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Dry cleaning service
- Fitness equipment
- Garden
- Hair salon
- Laundry facilities
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Multilingual staff
- Parking (free)
- Parking (valet)
- Poolside bar
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (24 hours)
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Security guard
- Shoe shine
- Spa services on site
- Suitable for children
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Video library
- Wheelchair accessible
Number of rooms:
- 105
Children under 11 years old stay free of charge when sharing a room with adults.
Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.
- Pets not allowed
Check-in time:
Check-out time:
- Noon
DuneBeachfront, 90-seat restaurant designed by famed French interior designer Christian Liaigre and created by renowned chef/restaurateur Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Minimalist décor. Best of Jean-Georges' dinner menu with Bahamian accents such as peekytoe crab fitters, foie gras brulée, snapper with carrot confit, seven-spice rack of lamb. Lunch choices such as chili lobster sandwich, wasabi-tuna pizza and conch salad. Breakfast selections such as smoked salmon with potato pancake, crisp semolina cakes with roasted pineapple and Gruyere omelet.
Dune BarAdjacent to Dune restaurant. Open-air seating in white wood pavilion and on deck overlooking beach. Marble bar lighted after dark. Lunch menu from Dune.
ClubhouseOverlooks the 9th and 18th holes of the Ocean Club Golf Course as well as the ocean. Indoor or outdoor dining on the scenic patio. Full bar. Open daily for breakfast and light lunches; dinner available on the weekends.
Pool Terrace CaféOpen-air, covered seating under ceiling fans. Marble bar. Lunch of soups, salads, sandwiches and light meals such as seared ahi, Caribbean bento box of fish, shrimp, ceviche, grilled plantains and fruits.
Library BarLocated in the One & Only Ocean Club's stately reception hall with panoramic ocean views. Warm and elegant atmosphere. Serving Cuban cigars, fine bradies, cocktails, wine and afternoon tea.
Courtyard TerraceExperience contemporary Mediterranean cuisine and dine beneath the stars. The historic Courtyard Terrace is considered one of the most elegant settings on Paradise Island, where guests dine around a candle-lit fountain pool. The incomparable menu features unique selections such as Lobster and Lamb Carpaccio, Iberico Belotta Ham, Moroccan veal, Roasted Eggplant with Polenta and Yellow Fin Tuna "Cannelloni" with Stone Crab. Dinner only. Open: Thursday to Monday.
Guests of this resort share with Atlantis resort guests exclusive access and complimentary shuttle service to the Tom Weiskopf-designed, oceanfront, 18-hole championship golf course one mile from the One&Only on Paradise Island's eastern peninsula. It's the home course of touring pro Ernie Els and site of the annual televised Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. On the resort's grounds are nine Har-Tru tennis courts (four lighted), with a pro available for private lessons. Complimentary KidsOnly Club for children 4-12 years of age. Fitness Center that features the latest state-of-the-art cardiovascular training equipment and resistance machines from Technogym®. Complimentary yoga classes every morning on the beach deck as well as complimentary bicycles for exploring Paradise Island. Other recreational activities listed below are available at or near the resort; fees may apply.
- Bicycle rentals
- Boating
- Dock
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Helicopter/airplane sightseeing
- Jet skiing
- Kayaking
- Parasailing
- Snorkeling
- Surfing/boogie boarding
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water skiing
- Windsurfing
Special Offer Details
Manager's Specials4 nights from $2069 per person
Save up to $250 per couple
What's Included?
- Bahamas $250 Instant Savings
Available Room Types:All
Important Dates:Book from 11/04/2013 through 11/17/2013
Travel from 11/04/2013 through 04/10/2014
Blackout Dates: 11/27/13-11/30/13; 12/26/13-01/01/17
Minimum Night Stay: 4 Nights
Offers valid on new bookings only. Prices shown are per-person, land only based upon double occupancy, except if expressly noted otherwise. Offers are subject to availability at time of booking and may be changed or discontinued at any time without notice. Blackout dates, minimum night stays, minimum stay requirements on air, seasonal surcharges, resort fees (if any), and other restrictions may also apply. Individual offers may require purchase of Travel Smart Plan or travel waiver. Offers are not valid for Group Travel. Some booking and travel dates may vary. Other promotions and departure dates available which may result in a different rate and/or hotel inclusion. Customer is responsible for hotel taxes and fees on the free night offers, where applicable. For those properties where Classic Vacations has access to dynamic pricing rates, those rates will likely fluctuate from time to time based on market conditions and other factors beyond Classic Vacations control. Classic Vacations CST# 2079429-20.


text:
Friday, September 21
4 p.m. – 9 p.m., Viva La Comida!, the first-ever 82nd Street Partnership event, will shine a spotlight on the fun, food and entertainment options in Elmhurst/Jackson Heights. Food trucks will be everywhere, and the event will include the 82nd Street dance troupe from the Mestizo Art Center, performances by the NY Jazz Academy, the International String Duo and a pop-up crafts market in the Jackson Heights Cinema. Free.
Saturday, September 22
11:30 a.m., Come to aspecial screening of "Hotel Transylvania" at the Museum of the Moving Image before it hits the movie theaters on Sept. 28. In this major animated motion picture, Dracula (whose voice is provided by Adam Sandler) invites some of the world's most famous monsters—Frankenstein and his bride; the Mummy; the Invisible Man; and others—to celebrate his daughter's 118th birthday. Free with museum admission.
1:10 p.m., At Bark in the Park 2 attendees of the Mets baseball game against the Miami Marlins will have the opportunity to sit with their pooches and fellow dog lovers and their pets in designated seats. The profit of the dog ticket and a portion of the human ticket will benefit the North Shore Animal League. To participate in the pre-game dog parade, report to the Bullpen Gate by noon with tickets. This gate opens at 11:40 a.m.
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.,The Queens Museum of Art, in partnership with El Museo del Barrio, The Studio Museum in Harlem & cariBBeing, presents Carnival Panorama: Families Celebrate Carnival Traditions as part of the public programming for the current exhibition Caribbean: Crossroads of the World. This free event will include demonstrations of old Carnival Caribbean traditions, including musical workshops and performances. There will also be face painting and balloon sculpting.
6:30 p.m., The second annual Flicks in the Garden at Sunnyside Gardens Park will feature family-friendly live music and rare cartoons from the 1930s and 1940s. The folk Irish duo New York Trad will play music near an open dance floor before an outdoor cinema will be created.
7 p.m., The Third Annual Making Movies Dance Festival at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center will feature the Creative Outlet Dance Theatre, Synthesis, Dance Project, MAWU Dance and Latihente Dance.
Saturday, September 22 – Sunday, September 23
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., At the 2012 Fall Mamas Expo get insider access to local schools, services, specialists and products currently available to Queens families. Plus, there will be a marionette performance, business promotions, a screening of the Charlie Chaplin movie "The Kid" and all-day access to the Museum of the Moving Image.
11 a.m. – 6 p.m., The 30th Annual Queens County Fair at the Queens County Farm Museum is a traditional county fair with blue-ribbon contests in livestock, produce, home crafts, pie-eating, corn-husking, arm wrestling, hayrides and carnival rides.
Sunday, September 23
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Come to the Fall Family Festival at the Samuel Field Y for a day of arts and crafts, carnival rides and games, food and refreshments as well as the first Summer Camp and Early Childhood Open House of the new season.
12 p.m., The annual Queens Hispanic Pride Parade in Jackson Heights will be held on Sunday afternoon.
2 p.m. – 8 p.m., A Time to Remember: An Evening of Positive Entertainment is a family event featuring interfaith and multicultural entertainment and messages in the form of music, dance, steel pan playing, arts, crafts, fashion, face-painting and games. Bring chairs and blanket. Free.
Friday, September 21 – Sunday, September 23
10:30 a.m. (Friday, Saturday) 1 p.m.(Sunday), Sesame Street Live will be at the Nassau Coliseum for three days, starting September 21.
Saturday, September 22
12 p.m. – 1 p.m., At the Museum of Modern Art's Animal Adventures event, children and their parents can watch classic animated and live-action short films with an animal theme.
Saturday, September 22 – Sunday, September 23
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., Come to the Long Island Children's Museum this weekend to see Dora the Explorer Live! "Dora's Pirate Adventure."
Sunday, September 23
11 a.m., Family-friendly band Lunch Money is performing at the 92YTribeca, singing about roller coasters, giant cookies, getting dizzy and more childhood themed topics.
1 p.m. – 4 p.m., At the Eighth Annual Kite Flight on the rooftop of the Port Authority Bus Terminal, there will be free kite making and flying workshops, a musical performance by Louie & Subanda, a flying yoga demonstration by Om Factory, jugglers, unicyclists and other circus performers, face painting, street games and an old fashioned hot dog cart. Free.


text:
This Item is a closeout and is no longer available for purchase.
Drop your email here to be notified when it is available
Please select a Material to check availability, or to add this item to your Shopping Cart or Wish List.
Yoshimura R77D Race Exhaust System Suzuki GSXR750 / GSXR600
The R-77D muffler has been developed throughout years of racing efforts, and hours of meticulous research and development by Yoshimura engineers. Its distinctive dual outlet end-cap design puts an enticing twist on the style of the original R-77, and further increases the mufflers open outlet area, resulting in increased exhaust flow while maintaining moderate decibel levels.
The Full System features the R-77D muffler, stainless steel headers and mid-pipe, step-by-step instructions, and all necessary hardware for installation. Includes O2 bung.
Note: Please check local laws before purchasing. Some modifications may be prohibited in some states.
Have a functionality, fit, or otherwise product-specific question about the Yoshimura R77D Race Exhaust System Suzuki GSXR 750 / GSXR 600 2011-2016? Ask it here! If you have a customer service or shipping question, please direct it to our Customer Service department.
|Product Style
|RevZilla Item #
|Manufacturer Product #
|Stainless Steel/Carbon Fiber / Full System
|In Stock: Ships within 24 hours
|Carbon Fiber / Full System
|In Stock: Ships within 24 hours


text:
LEEDS, Maine (NEWS CENTER) - Route 219 through Leeds has reopened, but crews are still repairing the tracks that has shut down the road for most of the morning after a train went off the tracks around 5:30am.
The derailment happened near the intersection of route 219 and 106. Crews from PanAm Railways are still working to repair the tracks and get the train running.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but a spokesperson from PanAm railways says the train was delivering grain to a customer in the area.
There were no injuries, but it has been a big job to clean up. PanAm had to send for a large crane in Massachusetts to help move the five cars back on the tracks.
Traffic had been shut down on this stretch of 219, but DOT crews opened the road around 10:30.
PanAm crews are expected to be here into the afternoon trying to repair this track. This is part of a network that runs thought New England, into New York and up to Canada. PanAm owns and operates the track and the train -- so this investigation will be handled internally.


text:
Dhenikaina Ready
When his younger sister Sarawathi ran out on her arranged marriage and eloped with Basha, a Muslim, Narasimha disowned her, cut off Basha's leg, and started a two-decades-long feud between the families. Since that time, nothing has gone right for Narasimha's household. Over Saraswathi's objections, Basha sued for part of Narasimha's land, and after a 20-year court case, Basha won. Narasimha has been trying to get a canal built in his village, but all his petitions have met with failure. To lift the curse, Narasimha has hired the great priest and Vedic scholar Krishna Sastri to perform a ritual blessing. But the priest is actually a Muslim in disguise who's to bring the enemy families together.
Cast: Hansika Motwani, Brahmanandam, Vishnu Vardhan Babu, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Dharmavarapu Subramanyam
Produced by: Mohan Babu
Directed by: G Nageswara Reddy
Written by: Gopimohan, Kona Venkat, B.V.S. Ravi
Running time: min
Opens: Oct 23, 2012 Limited
|Theaters for Today
Pick a day
on this day.


text: English rock band Kasabian have been compared to the likes of Primal Scream and taken the British press by storm. Next week they are releasing their latest album, West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum and starting today Spotify Premium listeners in Sweden and Norway can get chance to hear the full album. Check out the first single, Fire, for a little preview of the release.


text:
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add spinach and cook just until wilted, about 45 seconds. Use a slotted spoon or fine sieve to transfer the spinach to a blender. Return the water to a boil and add spaghetti and potatoes. Cook, stirring once or twice, until almost tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Add green beans and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
2. When the spaghetti and vegetables are almost done, carefully scoop out 1 cup of the cooking liquid from the pot. Pour 1/2 cup of the liquid into the blender and add pesto, pepper and salt. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
3. Drain the spaghetti and vegetables and return to the pot; stir in the pesto mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently, until the sauce is thickened and the pasta is hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Add more of the cooking liquid, as desired, for a thinner sauce.


text:
About Marshall
Contact Marshall
Free Resources
Marshall's Books
Monthly Features
Coach Training
Upcoming Schedule
What's New
Best Practice Institute
Personal Blog
Media Info
MOJO News
Dear Followers: I'm excited that my new book Triggers is finally published! Order it now at Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com!
Life Is Good. -- Marshall
by Marshall Goldsmith
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith was selected as the #1 Executive Coach in the World by GlobalGurus.org, and one of the 10 Most Influential Management Thinkers in the World by Thinkers50 in both 2011 and 2013. He was also selected as the Worlds Most Influential Leadership Thinker in 2011. Marshall was the highest rated executive coach on the Thinkers50 List in both 2011 and 2013. What Got You Here Wont Get You There was listed as a top ten business bestseller for 2013 by INC Magazine / 800 CEO Read (for the seventh consecutive year). Marshalls exciting new research on engagement is published in his newest book Triggers (Crown, 2015).
Please order at Triggersthebook.com!
Please order at Triggersthebook.com!
Copyright 2004 Gruner + Jahr USA Publishing. All rights reserved.
Fast Company, 375 Lexington Avenue.,New York , NY 10017
Soundview Executive Book Summaries' subscribers select
What Got You Here Won't Get You There as the
Harold Longman Award
best business book of the year for 2007.


text:
BRIDGEPORT UPDATE: De Haan's Upper Body Injury, Poulin's Shutout Streak
Courtesy Chris Dixon
We've got good news and bad news in today's Bridgeport update. Let's start with the good. The Sound Tigers were in Providence, RI today to play the Bruins and won 3-2 in a shootout. The Junior Islanders had struggled mightily in December but have recently bounced back to win four in a row, mostly on the backs of their defense and Kevin Poulin.
Poulin, like his team, had a rocky first half but has come around lately. He had a very impressive shutout streak going this week that lasted 3+ games. Per Mike Fornabaio, Poulin's shutout streak ended during today's win after an impressive run of 221:54. That set a new Sound Tigers record, breaking the previous record held by Rick DiPietro.
On to the bad news. During today's game, Calvin de Haan — recently named to the AHL All-Star Game — landed awkwardly on (possibly) his shoulder. That's pretty bad news for de Haan if the injury turns out to be more than just a bruise as he's already hurt both of his shoulders in the past.
@fornabaioctp — Calvin de Haan dove to try to break up a play at the Providence blue line and slid all the way behind the goal, pointing to his shoulder.
De Haan hurt his left shoulder badly and had to have surgery that forced him to miss six months in early 2010. This past November, he injured the other shoulder although not very seriously. I'll update this post as more information is available.


text:
Cake Mania 3
Cake Mania 3 Cheats & Codes
| Cheats | Unlockables | Hints | Easter Eggs | Achievements
Be the first to submit a cheat for Cake Mania 3.
You must be Logged in to submit a cheat.
Game Details
Published by: Majesco
Developed by: Sandlot Games
Genre: Simulation
Release Date:
United States: August 30, 2008
UK: August 10, 2009
E for Everyone : No Descriptors
Games You May Like
- Simulation
Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth launches players into space, where they can colonize a new alien world and build a new future for humanity.
Revitalizing the original simulation management game, this version of SimCity features a fully 3D view of the town to allow players complete…
The Sims 3 Supernatural gives players the new ability to create werewolves, fairies, witches and more intriguing vampires directly in the…
Step into a vast, unknowable land once again in this fourth game in the Far Cry franchise. The vertical landscape of the Himalayas isn't just…
Welcome to the world of Fallout 4, the ambitious fourth game in the apocalyptic RPG saga.
Face the challenge once again in this sequel to the hardcore action RPG.


text:
Canon offers a wide range of compatible supplies and accessories that can enhance your user experience with your
PowerShot SD630
that you can purchase direct. Scroll down to easily select items to add to your shopping cart for a faster,
easier checkout.
Visit the Canon online store
(Compact Adapter CA-DC10, DC Coupler DR-10 and Power Cable)


text:
NEWS: Carl Hagelin Is Going To Play In Sweden
According to Katie Strang, Carl Hagelin has a signed deal to play for his home town team in Sweden.
Hagelin played for Sodertalje for two years before coming to North America and playing at the University of Michigan.
FOLLOW this LINK to see a section dedicated to Hagelin playing in Sojertalje.
5:53PM: Linus Hugosson tweets that Hagelin has signed on for the remainder of the NHL lockout.
6:41PM: Hagelin's team has lost five of six games and Hagelin will head to Sweden at the end of next week.
The director of Hagelin's team said "We know exactly what we have in him, and of course a player of his caliber characteristic of any team in Sweden"


text:
- Northern New York Newspapers
- Watertown
- Ogdensburg
- Massena-Potsdam
- Lowville
- Carthage
- Malone
- NNY Business
- NNY Living
- NNY Ads
LISBON – With a proposed budget of $12,231,590 for the 2013-2014 school year, Lisbon Central School is facing a shortfall of between $140,597 and $188,173 depending on property tax rates.
Lisbon Central School Business Manager Wendy S. White said, Thats where we make cuts.
The school is looking at total revenues of $7,299,848. That includes $6,364,848 in state aid – an increase of $127,056 over last year – and $935,000 in BOCES aid, refunds, interest and local revenues.
Mrs. White figured in two international students into the local revenues line. With each student expected to pay $15,000, that adds $30,000 to the schools budget.
But operational costs are increasing faster than moderate revenue increases can keep up with.
Superintendent Erin E. Woods said the school has already saved money by not replacing two retiring positions this year.
Weve really cut and been creative, Ms. Woods said. Theres not a lot of room to cut without affecting programs.
And it isnt just programs and staff that could be impacted by the schools bottom line.
The difference between the two shortfalls forecasted by Mrs. White is a difference between a 5.08 percent and a 3.5 percent property tax rate.
Mrs. White figured two tax rates, one at the upper end of what the school could enact within the states property tax cap formula, and one towards the center.
The school will decide which rate to implement within the next two weeks.
A 5.08 percent rate would equal a full value tax rate of $18.3552 per $1,000 of assessed value and raise $3,154,494 for the school, leaving a $140,597 shortfall to fill by defunding programs or making staff cuts.
At 3.5 percent, the school would raise $3,106,918 – equaling a full value tax rate of $18.0784 per $1,000 – leaving a $188,173 shortfall.
The school is also applying roughly $1.6 million of its fund balance to the 2013-2014 budget.
Mrs. White cautioned against using more of their fund balance in the event of unforeseen spending needs.
Once you use it, its gone, she said of the fund balance.
Ms. Woods said the state could step in with additional aid money and help the school avoid staff or program cuts.
Ms. Woods pointed out that Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has yet to announce how he will allocated the $203 million stabilization fund he announced in his executive budget.
Were hoping to get an infusion of aid from that $200 million pot, she said. But Ms. Woods cautioned, Its nothing we can count on.
Thousands of readers like you have made Northern New York Newspapers the number one ranked website* for local news and sports coverage in the north country.
You can continue on to this article in a few seconds, or you can visit one of our websites:


text:
Video: Chilling new evidence in Ariel Castro case
Video: Castro says he never planned on kidnapping girls
Crime & Punishment: Castro Sentenced
The Evidence: Prosecutor's Case Photos (PDF)
Survivor Speaks: "Your hell is only beginning"
Turning the Tables: Castro hears from survivors in court
Castro Speaks: "I'm not a monster"
Word Cloud: Castro's statement
Read: Castro's Statement
Inside the House: FBI says house became a cage
Photos: Castro evidence
Photos: See Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus pictures
Photos: Gina DeJesus, Amanda Berry come home
Photos: Ariel Castro in court
Photos: Decade in isolation
The house: Photos show backyard at Castro's house
The deal: Castro's plea agreement
Son speaks: Ariel Castro's son says dad's punishment fits
Enjoying freedom: Amanda Berry makes surprise public appearance
Families approve deal: Families pleased with Castro plea deal
Justice served: Prosecutor says Castro plea deal is justice
Reign of terror ends: Ariel Castro pleads guilty
House's future: Castro home headed for wrecking ball?
Viral Video: Amanda, Gina and Michelle release thank-you video
Judge denies request: Castro denied request to see Amanda Berry's child
Look up: Judge orders Castro to open his eyes in court
Psychic responds: Sylvia Browne makes statement on Amanda Berry case
Officer's story: Police recount finding Amanda, Gina, and Michelle
Investigator: How Castro spends his time behind bars
Investigator: Castro says he loves his daughter
911 Call: Help me I'm Amanda Berry
Dispatch tapes: "We found them!"
How to help: Charitable fund set up for missing girls
Police audio: Police audio reveals how officers found women
DeJesus homecoming: Gina gives a thumbs up
Amanda Berry homecoming: Family thanks community
Charles Ramsey: Neighbor tells how he helped rescue Amanda Berry
Charles Ramsey: Listen to 911 call that led to Amanda Berry rescue
Police: Amanda is the real hero here
CLEVELAND -- Ariel Castro's words in court Thursday had little in common with the images that flashed on the screen -- photos that were taken inside the now infamous home on Seymour Avenue.
Those photographs showed the rusted chains that had bound the three women he kidnapped to a pole in the cellar, a Ruger pistol with which he threatened them and forced them to play Russian roulette, and motorcycle helmets he placed on them to muffle screams.
Prosecution's Evidence Photos from Court (PDF)
But Castro played the victim card and the blame game.
"I believe I am addicted to porn to the point that it really makes me impulsive and I just don't realize what I'm doing is wrong," he said.
He even blamed his former wife, now dead, for making him beat her.
"I was never abusive till I met her," he said. "This would happen because I couldn't get her to quiet down."
Castro said he hadn't planned on kidnapping Michelle Knight, Gina DeJesus or Amanda Berry either. It just sort of snuck up on him, he said, because of his "sexual instincts."
He ran into Michelle at a store and heard her say she wanted to go somewhere and "I reacted on that."
With Gina, he said, "I was driven by sex." And Amanda, he explained, "Just got into my vehicle."
Kidnapping women, Castro said, "Just wasn't my character."
Castro portrayed himself not only as a loving father to the daughter he had with Amanda, but as a man who created what he called a "normal family" for her.
"She never saw violence going on," he said of the daughter, now 6. "I tried to raise her so she wouldn't be traumatized or anything like that."
He didn't seem to worry much about traumatizing Gina, Amanda, or Michelle though; in his words, he conveyed obliviousness to the fact that he had kidnapped them, and repeatedly raped them.
He claimed that much of what went on in the house was consensual sex.
"These allegations about being forceful on them, that is totally wrong," he said.
The chains and duct tape, the lock on the doors and windows, the fact that the women didn't see daylight for the better part of ten years, the pregnancies he brought to an end?
It wasn't that bad, Castro said, to the disbelief of those in the courtroom.
"We had a lot of harmony going on in that home," he said.


text:
Save up to $50 on tickets to see the Tony Award-winning smash hit "Jersey Boys" at Paris Las Vegas.
Through Jan. 5, see the show from Front Mezzanine seats for $75.60 (reg. $99.70) or upgrade to Mid Center & Side Orchestra seats for $99.70 (regularly $150.30). Shows are nightly Tuesdays-Sundays.
The story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons -- four blue-collar kids working their way from the streets of Newark to the heights of stardom -- continues to be a high-demand musical nationwide.
Please go to your email and confirm your subscription.


text:
Want to learn how to make True Love Chocolate Chip Cake? Continue clicking through our slideshow!
True Love Chocolate Chip Cake
7. Take out of oven, let cool, slice and enjoy! The second cake can be frozen and used for a future time.
Read more from Rustic Measures.
Part of HuffPost Food Group
I was passed this recipe by my cousin Carrie during my pregnancy with my daughter when all I craved was stuff with chocolate in it. I must warn you, it's highly addictive! One reason is that it's so delicious and gooey, but another reason is that it only takes about 3-5 minutes to assemble from start to finish. This is really a "semi-homemade" cake, but it tastes like it's made from scratch.The secret ingredient is JELL-O Instant Pudding, which gives the cake the moist texture and yummy taste. This cake is the sole reason I gained 60 lbs during my pregnancy, so buyer beware!
To learn how to make this delicious JELL-O dessert, check out the slideshow above.
This is a collaboration between JELL-O and the Kitchen Daily Curator Network. Compensation was provided by Kraft Foods via AOL Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Kraft Foods.
Terms of Service | Privacy Policy Aol. Corporate Site | Advertise With Us
Copyright © 2015 Kitchen Daily | All Rights Reserved | Part of AOL-HuffPost Food | Site Map | About Our Ads


text:
Book your flights to Israel and discover a country that is as geographically and culturally diverse as it gets. With three major religions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, sharing historical connections to this region, Israel's holy past is fascinating even for secular travelers. You will find yourself jumping dramatically between past and present, exploring Jerusalem's awe-inspiring Old City one moment, and then clubbing in hip Tel Aviv the next.
Top Things to Do in Israel
- Float in the salty waters of the famous Dead Sea
- Indulge in Israel's unique cuisine, and fill up on falafel and shawarma
- Explore more than 3,000 years of history in Jerusalem's Old City, which is surrounded by 16th-century Ottoman walls
Hidden Gems in Israel
Break away from the tourists and check out the Palmach Museum in Tel Aviv, which honors the people who have fought for Israel's independence over the years. In Jerusalem, take a look at the Austrian Hospice, a beautifully-designed building with stained glass windows.
Israel Activities
Get the most out of your tickets to Israel by diving into the local culture at an open-air marketplace. Shop for ceramics, beads, and embroidered dresses at the Carmel Market in Tel Aviv.
Plan Your Israel Holiday
As you search for flight deals to Israel, try to coordinate the timing around Israeli events, during which transportation and restaurant services are sometimes entirely shut down. The cultural events that occur can be quite fascinating, but hotels often fill to capacity and rates increase, so it is definitely not the best time to find cheap hotels in Israel. For attractive fares and excellent service to Israel, look no further than airberlin.


text:
Effectiveness Study Low-Dose Naltrexone Versus ARV's for HIV+
- Full Text View
- Tabular View
- No Study Results Posted
- Disclaimer
- How to Read a Study Record
In the vast majority of those infected with HIV virus who are untreated, there is deterioration in immune health over a period of months or years inevitably leading to full-blown AIDS and demise. Treatment with ARV's stop or slow down this deterioration if started before a certain degree of progression occurs and has saved millions of lives. The investigators' study hypothesis is that effectiveness of a very low dose of an FDA-approved medication, naltrexone hydrochloride, (Low-Dose Naltrexone, or LDN) will compare favorably to ARV's to prevent progression of HIV+ toward immune deterioration and full-blown AIDS.
HIV Seropositivity
Other: ARV's + Placebo
Drug: Naltrexone
Drug: Naltrexone + ARV's
Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single Blind (Subject)
Primary Purpose: Prevention
|Official Title:
|Phase 2 Comparison of Low-Dose Naltrexone vs ARV Effectiveness in HIV+ Progression
- CD4+ percentage (change in HIV-1 seropositive patients) [ Time Frame: 9 MONTHS ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]HIV+ patients with CD4+ count over 350 had their CD4 count/percentage measured at beginning, at 15 days, at 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 9 months (end).
- Clinical assessment of evidence of AIDS or other serious illness [ Time Frame: 9 MONTHS ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]HIV+ patients with CD4 counts over 200 on ARV drugs were given clinical assessment and testing for evidence of opportunistic infections (AIDS) at each visit for blood testing: (Beginning, 15 days, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, & 9 months (end).
|Study Start Date:
|March 2008
|Study Completion Date:
|March 2010
|Primary Completion Date:
|March 2010 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Naltrexone Low-dose 3mg capsule
Each person in this arm 1 of the study had never received any ARV drugs and in this study received only one Low-Dose Naltrexone 3mg capsule nightly for 9 months (no placebo).
Drug: Naltrexone
Naltrexone, Low-Dose (3mg) given once daily at bedtime for 9 months
Active Comparator: Naltrexone Low Dose + ARVs
In this Arm 3, Patients were on ARV's plus being given Naltrexone Low-Dose (3mg) once daily at bedtime for 9 months.
Drug: Naltrexone + ARV's
Patients were given standard ARV's plus Naltrexone (Low Dose) 3mg nightly.
Other Names:
Placebo Comparator: ARV's (continued,standard) plus Placebo
In this arm 2, patients were started or continued on their standard ARV drugs plus placebo capsule once daily at bedtime; in the 2nd and 3rd arms patients did not know whether they were taking Low-Dose Naltrexone or a placebo.
Other: ARV's + Placebo
Patients continued ARV's plus a placebo nightly for 9 months
Other Names:
Detailed Description:
The LDN (low-dose naltrexone) vs ARV (anti-retroviral drugs) Effectiveness Study in Mali sponsored by The Ojai Foundation in California-USA is a clinical research study endorsed and approved by the Malian Government. Naltrexone hydrochloride is a generic, FDA-approved since 1998 drug, an opioid antagonist that has clinically shown immune enhancing/modulating qualities in very low dosage and may offer an alternative to ARV drugs that is effective, non-toxic, easily available, inexpensive, with simple once-daily at bedtime administration. LDN capsules must be created by compounding pharmacists to get these ultra-small doses. Due to toxicity of current ARV drugs and need for special medical management young HIV infected children are largely neglected particularly in developing countries; LDN can also be made available in a transdermal cream for infants and children who are HIV infected.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 60 Years
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- HIV-1 infected
- CD4 count over 350 (arm 1/group 1)
- CD4 count over 200 and on ARV's (arms 2,3/groups 2,3)
- Age between 18 & 60
- Males or females
Exclusion criteria:
- HIV-1 seronegative
- HIV-2 infected
- CD4 count lower than 200
- patients under age 18
- Those refusing to be in study
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women
- Patients under immuno-suppressor therapy
- Those with renal or hepatic dysfunction
- Malaria or tuberculosis
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01174914
|University Hospital of Point G
|Bamako, Mali, BP0 Box 333
|Principal Investigator:
|Abdel K Traore, MD
|Professor, Bamako University School of Medicine
Additional Information:
No publications provided
|Responsible Party:
|Abdel Kader Traore, MD, PI, Professor Bamako University School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontostomatology, University of Bamako (Mali) Medical School
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01174914 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|August 2, 2010
|Last Updated:
|August 2, 2010
|Health Authority:
|Mali: Ministry of Health
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
HIV Seropositivity
HIV Infections
Immune System Diseases
Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes
Lentivirus Infections
RNA Virus Infections
Retroviridae Infections
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Viral
Virus Diseases
Anti-HIV Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
Anti-Retroviral Agents
Antiviral Agents
Central Nervous System Agents
Enzyme Inhibitors
HIV Protease Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Narcotic Antagonists
Nucleic Acid Synthesis Inhibitors
Peripheral Nervous System Agents
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on October 13, 2015