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Chicago Parents and Students are Ready to Lead
Nearly 150 students, parents and mentors gathered at the Northeastern Illinois University campus to participate in another successful and informative Ready to Lead (R2L) workshop on Saturday, October 16, 2010. Students had the opportunity to learn more about college planning and financial aid, as well as develop their leadership skills and interact with Latino mentors from the Chicago area and beyond. Participants were joined by representatives from Darden Restaurants, General Mills, and Nissan, who not only provided encouraging remarks but spent time one-on-one with students during the Mentoring Power Hour.
This 2010 Chicago R2L program was the first ever to include bilingual sessions for Spanish speaking parents. Like the students, parents received information on college planning, financial aid, and scholarships during presentations from bilingual college experts. The interactive sessions allowed for parents to raise questions and learn how to best support their children as they pursue the goal of a college education.
Special guests included Illinois State Senator Iris Y. Martinez, Northeastern Illinois University President Dr. Sharon Hahs, and District Director for Congressman Luis Gutierrez Salvador Cerna. To close the day, students and parents enjoyed an inspirational keynote address by Alex Perez, a Chicago native whose dedication and hard work helped him overcome a variety of challenges to become a reporter for NBC Chicago.
Students, parents, and mentors alike had a great day full of knowledge and inspiration. Stay tuned for more updates as CHCI prepares to bring Ready to Lead to Kingsville, Texas in November!
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As was announced yesterday, bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey will be defending her 135 pound title this coming July 5th in Las Vegas, when she takes on the number two ranked Alexis Davis at UFC 175.
The bout will act as the co-main event for the evening's card, and will be Rousey's third title defense in seven months; a torrid pace to be sure.
However, some fans are starting to grumble that the champ isn't facing the best competition that's available, and that indeed, some are beginning to suspect that the promotion is protecting their female superstar.
Regarding the suspicion, perhaps the truth lies somewhere in the middle.
On the one hand, Rousey has faced and crushed every (Zuffa) fighter that the company has had to offer her, and she shows no signs of slowing down. Evidence of that would be her last fight. In it, Rousey needed all of a minute-six of the first round to drop and stop Sara McMann. In terms of her UFC 170 opponent, it was thought that the unbeaten MMA fighter and Olympic silver medalist wrestler would be able to give Rousey a legitimate challenge. Yet, that proved woefully not to be the case.
As such, the question becomes which fighter or fighters can offer the champ a decent fight, and more importantly, are those fighters signed to the brand?
As it stands now, the only two top ten UFC fighters that have earned a right to fight Rousey, and that might pose a challenge to her, are Alexis Davis and Cat Zingano. Beyond the pair, there's no one to really speak of. The champ has either faced the remaining crew or they're so far down the rankings list that to give any of them a title shot would be the promotion grasping at straws to find a challenger for Rousey.
However, outside of the brand there are two fighters that might stand the champ a decent fight; Holly Holm and Christiane Justino. Both fighters are active and relevant, yet in each case the promotion finds reasons not to sign them.
In Holm's case the reason given for not signing the fighter is money, and more particularly the unpleasant way "The Preacher's Daughter's" manager conducts business. In the case of "Cyborg," the reasons appear to be more dynamic, and forever shifting, with the net result being that the UFC appears to have no interest in inking a deal with her.
In terms of how fans feel about it all, it's here where the criticism comes. Fans have come to appreciate just how talented Rousey is. As such, they'd like to see her being able to draw from the best talent pool available, and simply put, the UFC isn't providing it. To the point, fans are left scratching their heads as to how the brand could chase after Gina Carano – hasn't fought in five years, hasn't won in six – but not Holm or Justino.
To put it in context, the company stipulates that the problem in signing Holm is money. However, to get Carano to come out of retirement and take a fight with Rousey won't be cheap. Surely, the brand will have to pay her some kind of premium. If this is the case, then many would wonder why the promotion wouldn't give that same money to Holm.
In terms of "Cyborg" they want her to make weight for three different bantamweight fights, while they're prepared to make weight concessions to Carano and simply give her a title shot, and with no qualifying matches.
Regarding it all, many fans view this as "Alice in Wonderland" logic. Concordantly, some are beginning to believe the UFC is protecting their superstar fighter.
In terms of the truth of it, on the one hand it's an unfair statement; particularly to the champ. Rousey fights whomever the UFC puts in front of her and complains not. However, on the other hand the brand should be looking to sign Holm and Justino, and not just Carano, and in an effort to give the champ the best challenges that she can face. On this point, it does look as if the brand is trying protecting their women's champ. Sadly, most fans would probably argue that the champ doesn't need protecting from either Holm or Justino.
Yes, the brand should lure Carano out of retirement, but they should also come to terms with the two fighters that really matter, which are "TPD" and "Cyborg." If the UFC were to do that, then the question of the promotion protecting their prized fighter would simply go away.


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News and Updates
May Day, Mayday!
For most of us May Day (not to be confused with the international distress call mayday) just means a bank holiday and a chance to recharge our batteries. Perhaps an opportunity to visit a museum? Or maybe surf the net for interesting and informative blogs?. . . The earliest May Day celebrations date back to pre-Christian times. In […]Keep reading
On the travels of our 18th-century gold boxes
Back in September 2014, I wrote a post about the closure of the Gilbert Galleries at the V&A, and promised that I would keep you updated about our various projects to make the collection as accessible as possible to the public. So if you want to see some of the Gilbert Collection's most precious and beautiful gold boxes, […]Keep reading
An Imperial Playhouse: The Gilbert Collection's Russian micromosaic jewel casket re-identified
On 4 March 2015 I gave an illustrated lunch-time talk at the V&A on Russian Country Houses which was well received and well attended. Afterwards, Katrina Warne, a regular visitor to Russia, identified the micromosaic scene on the Gilbert Collection jewel casket which I had illustrated as a view of the Gothic Priory at Gatchina. […]Keep reading
Reflection on the Exceptional Contribution to the World of Art and Design Made by Moira Gemmill
As we reflect on the exceptional contribution made by Moira Gemmill, the V&A's former Design Director who died recently, to the V&A and the world of art and design more broadly, we wanted to share the speech made by V&A Chairman Sir Paul Ruddock at her leaving event in January 2015. "It is always hard […]Keep reading
Moira Gemmill
"We are devastated to hear of the tragic death of our much-loved and respected colleague of many years, Moira Gemmill. During her 13-year career at the V&A as the Director of Design before leaving for the Royal Collection Trust in January this year, she made an extraordinary impact in transforming the Museum's galleries and facilities […]Keep reading
Glastonbury Installation Series: Part 3, Politics
Politics is the third and final theme of this year's Prague Quadrennial of Performance Design and Space. Alongside music and weather, it is conceptualised as an 'invisible scenography' by the Artistic Director of the Quadrennial, Sodja Lotker. Much like more traditional conceptions of design and space, politics profoundly shapes our environment and our behaviour within that […]Keep reading
How to get your Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty ticket
Worried that you don't have a chance of seeing Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty? Heard rumours of sold out tickets? Never fear, just follow our handy guide for buying and you'll soon have your ticket to the hottest exhibition in town. Buy online While many of the early dates have sold out online, do not despair. […]Keep reading
A Day in the Life on the Exhibition Road Project: Luke Cripps
Toureen Group are a construction company specialising in demolition and excavation, and we have been solving complex construction problems for over twenty years. We were responsible for removing the 1970s buildings in the V&A's 'Boilerhouse Yard', and we are now undertaking the big 'dig' to create the new subterranean exhibition gallery for the Museum. We […]Keep reading
A very big hanging
We recently returned from a week's visit to Delhi and Jaipur, where we visited some of the designers showing work in the exhibition and also picked up several of our new acquisitions from them – about which there will be more in a separate blog. One highlight of the trip was a visit to the National […]Keep reading
17th Century Modern Materials
A while back I was given six small samples to analyse – nothing unusual about this till I looked at the images of the object that the samples had come from and immediately had grand notions of treasure hunting for the Holy Grail with Indiana Jones! These thoughts were soon followed by me humming 'knights […]Keep reading


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Gates Scholarship
The Gates Cambridge Scholarships were established by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2000 with a $210 million endowment to enable outstanding graduate students from outside the United Kingdom to study at the University of Cambridge. The awardees are given funding for postgraduate study at the University for the duration of the degree. The award includes all tuition costs and a maintenance allowance, currently £13,300, and a return economy airfare. Scholars are also able to access travel funds for conferences, have exclusive use of recreational and social facilities, and participate in an annual retreat to the lake district. The first scholars arrived at Cambridge in October 2001, and the Scholarship celebrated its 10th anniversary in July 2010.
The Gates Scholarships are similar in structure to Oxford University's Rhodes Scholarships, although the Gates Scholarships are much younger and are awarded through a more centralized though similarly competitive selection process. Their duration is also more flexible, as the Rhodes and Marshall Scholarships generally only last for two years (sometimes three).
Eligibility and criteria[edit]
Applicants from any country other than the United Kingdom are eligible for the scholarships. In the first 13 years of the program (2001-2013), 1236 individuals from 95 different countries have been awarded scholarships. By statute, approximately 40% of scholars are intended for citizens of the USA[1] (in practice, the figure has been 44.5%). Other common countries of citizenship have been Germany (5.9%), India (5.3%), Canada (4.9%), Australia (4.1%), and China (3.0%).
The Cambridge Gates Trust aims to maintain about 200 Scholars in residence at any time, and 90 Gates Scholars are elected each year from a pool of over 4500 applicants. The Trustees are required to award scholarships on the basis of a person's intellectual ability, leadership capacity and desire to use their knowledge to contribute to society throughout the world by providing service to their communities and applying their talents and knowledge to improve the lives of others. Although the Trust does not set a minimum GPA, the average GPA of Gates Scholars as of 2011 is 3.93, with a range of GPAs from 3.7 to 4.0.
In establishing the scholarship, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation hoped to create a network of future leaders from around the world who would bring new vision and commitment to improving the life circumstances of citizens in their respective countries. Over time, it is anticipated that Gates Cambridge Scholars will become leaders in all their respective fields, and will help to address global problems related to health, equity, technology, and learning - all areas in which the Foundation is deeply engaged.
The Cambridge Gates Scholars stand together as a powerful demonstration of the vision of Bill & Melinda Gates to "help bring about a new global belief that every life has equal value". We are determined to join their fight to build a better future for everyone.
Gates Scholars organizations[edit]
In 2002, the Gates Scholars self-organized and elected a student committee titled "The Gates Scholars' Council". The Council aims to represent the Gates Scholars at Cambridge and to build a scholar community interwoven into the fabric of the University. In cooperation with the Gates Cambridge Trust, the University and various academic and professional organizations, the council organizes a number of successful academic, social and professional events that have distinguished and built the reputation of the Gates Scholars at Cambridge University. The scholarship is particularly known for it strong academic and social community at Cambridge.
In 2005, the scholars once again self-organized to create the Gates Scholars Alumni Association. This association aims to build upon the friendships and contacts that were first made at Cambridge and to bridge the gap between the different generations of scholars. It is an active and growing organization, with members dispersed all over the world.
In 2014, through alumni donation and collaboration this community of Gates Millennium Scholars cofounded and successfully launched GatesScholars.com | Think Tank and Global Community. GatesScholars.com | Think Tank & Global Community is a grass roots initiative developed and financed by Gates Scholar Alumni; the platform is a networking portal with capacities to further Scholar collaboration for the continued betterment of our global village.
See also[edit]
- Rhodes Scholarship at Oxford University
- Yenching Scholarship at Peking University
- Schwarzman Scholarship at Tsinghua University
- McCormack, Steve (9 March 2006). "Gates opening for the leaders of tomorrow". The Independent. Retrieved 2008-10-02.
External links[edit]
- Official website
- Bloomberg news coverage and comparison with Rhodes Scholarship
- Coverage in the Harvard Crimson


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Guides - Published on Tuesday, 29 November 2005 21:40 Written by Mårten Johansson
You will of course need an optical unit if you want to use Media Center 2005. With that said I recommend installing a DVD-burner, since you then can take advantage of being able to play movies, but also record and burn movies TV-shows.
I thought long and hard before I decided where to put the DVD-burner. Since the case is built from four sheets of plexiglas and will stand with the narrow end forward the unit has to be mounted through several sheets to look good. My solution was to mount it standing on the side against the front sheet of plexiglas.
My first task was to measure where to put the holes and cut these out and polish the edges. Then I had to disassemble it and remove the front, since I don't want it to show. I cut out a smaller hole in the front sheet, which the sled can slide through. A hatch was made and mounted on the unit with epoxy glue. This will make the units hatch to melt in with the front plexiglas and when you open the unit the sled will look like coming out of thin air.
When I had decided for what color theme I wanted use I couldn't use certain diodes and this of course applies to the DVD-burner as well. The small diode therefore had to be removed and switched to a blue one. I didn't have any of the same type so I had to use a regular one and mount it on the bottom of the unit, so you could see the LED through the front plexiglas.
The next step was to paint the units as the case is built from plexiglas and there won't be covering the components. At such conditions it is important to keep the inside clean and organized. The DVD-burner and the power supply was therefore pained black with a high quality polish. All water cooling components was painted blue with the same type of polish (pictures can be found later in the article).
Small brackets of plexiglas was made and screwed onto the DVD-burner. These brackets will then be glued with epoxy on to the front sheet. This makes it possible to remove the unit if you want, which wouldn't be possible otherwise. The rear of the unit will rest on the hole in sheet number two .
Since I have completely removed the front I had to solve the problem with the button that opens the unit and sends out the sled. The solution had to be a discrete at the back of the case that opens and closes the hatch. The placement makes the case a bit cooler as you won't see the hatch or button on the front and you get a good laugh when your family and friends tries to find the button for the DVD.
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There's a funny thing about being on a quest, just when you think you have it all figured out the Universe decides you can do more/different/better/new.
It's been 16 months since my SF adventure began. I've had so much to say, and nothing at all (so many blogs...in my head). I've experienced wonderful, heart-opening adventures, and I've hid under the covers. I've met exuberant, interesting, encouraging friends, and a few people I hope never to shake hands with again. I've discovered new flavors at the farmers markets, and eaten the worst Thai curry ever. No, really. Ever. I've had the honor to chef for the awesomest bunch at Bloodhound, and been through the heartbreak of experiencing a tech company fold. I've let go of things that I thought really mattered and found space and energy for new loves (yoga, thank you). I've had so many starts and stops that I'm finally learning to let go.
Ironic, really, because it's easy to let go in the kitchen, to let it rip when it comes to new ingredients, recipe changes, those five ingredients in the fridge and pantry that have to be used before they go bad. It always makes sense in the mixing bowl; it always has.
Through all of the wild ups and downs and the many go-don't go moments, I've been gifted the chance to play in and out of the kitchen. To nourish myself and others deeply, to celebrate those I care for near and far, and to love greatly the people, the moments, the tears and the laughter.
The Universe recently undid everything I thought I had going. And in doing so cracked open some new magic. It's inspiring. And yummy. And sometimes scary as sh*t. But, I've got a lot to share. I've been cooking up a storm. So bear with me while site updates are made, stories are shared, and I have a few more starts and stops on this grand adventure. It's going to be delicious.
I've learned, like any great recipe, there's always some adjustment to make it better - an extra teaspoon of this or quarter cup less of that. The magic is in the little adjustments - in the testing, the sampling, the experiencing; in trusting that the end result will be delicious because you've played around with it enough to know it's ok to change.
A big thanks to a special guy who sent the quote to me just when I needed it most. xox


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February 27, 2014
Star News
Still no lead in businesswoman's murder case
André Williams, STAR Writer
The St Catherine North police say they have not made a breakthrough in their probe involving the fatal shooting of a St Catherine businesswoman who was shot dead by gunmen last week Monday.
The deceased, Sonia Gayle, was travelling on the McCook's Pen main road when the incident happened.
Reports from the police are that shortly after 7 p.m., Gayle was travelling towards Spanish Town when a car with men aboard pulled up and opened fire hitting her in the upper body.
She was pronounced dead at hospital.
THE STAR gathered that Gayle was the owner of a business establishment located in Old Harbour.
Yesterday, a senior officer from the division told our news team that there had been no breakthrough and they are still investigating the matter.
In an earlier interview last week, Senior Superintendent Anthony Castelle, head of the division, told THE STAR, "It's early days, we don't want to guess and spell. More statements are being collected so we can be better and more informed. It could be a reprisal or contract or even a bit of both."
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The deluxe Paul Jardin watch comes with a golden glitter crown motif on the clock face. There are no numbers only roman numerals at the top and the bottom signifying twelve and six. The watch comes with a glass cover; metal strap 3cm wide plus supplied battery.
The second piece of the set is a gold coloured metal chain with attached crown sign around 5cm high boasting white jewels on the front only. There is gold lettering at the base boasting the title 'King'. The chain comes with a hook closure at the back of the neck for easier fitting.
The gold coloured ring is a large cut and may even fit someone with small thumbs. The motif is the crown sign also with white jewels embedded. The ring motif is around 2cm high.
The final piece of the set is a gold coloured bracelet crafted with the same design as the watchstrap with a 3cm width.
The face of the watch beneath the glitter motif may vary from gold, black or blue.
Our brand new deluxe jewellery pimp sets include four pieces and will make any pimp suit really come to life.
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Internal Revenue Bulletin: 2008-25
June 23, 2008
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Proposed regulations under section 7477 of the Code provide rules for determining whether a donor may petition the Tax Court for a declaratory judgment with respect to the value of a gift, for gift tax purposes, where the gift does not generate any current gift tax liability. A public hearing is scheduled for October 16, 2008.
Proposed regulations under section 274(i) of the Code provide guidance relating to qualified nonpersonal use vehicles. The regulations also add clearly marked public safety officer vehicles as a new type of qualified nonpersonal use vehicle.
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This terrier-mix, perhaps Airedale, is a big, gangly male puppy at only 5 months old. Tan with black tips, he's a big ball of fur and and would make the best friend ever. He was found as a stray and could use a few good meals to fill out a bit. He'll probably weigh 50 pounds as an adult. He's had his first set of shots and been dewormed. He can be rescued and adopted at Newton County Animal Shelter, located at 210 Lower River Road in Covington. The shelter usually has between 20 to 30 dogs and an equal number of cats eligible for adoption. The adoption fee for a dog or puppy is $25 and $10 for a cat or kitten. Spaying/neutering is mandatory for all animals. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. The phone number is 770-786-9514. Anyone who has lost a pet is urged to go to the center and bring a photo of the missing animal.
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QSC TouchMix compact digital mixers are designed for musicians, production professionals and live performance venues that need the power and capability of a large "concert" mixing console in a compact, affordable and easy to use form. TouchMix-8 and TouchMix-16 mixers have the functionality to satisfy demanding professionals combined with a range of features and functions that help the less experienced user achieve quality results.
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Blunt BobWho: Ali Larter & Arizona Muse
What: A blunt bob with a little bit of graduation in the back. Ask for a true blunt cut; you don't want razored ends.
Wear: "Wear it wavy and textured and messy--not prim."
Why It Works: "This haircut is a little '20s, but also has an '80s vibe to it. You need to wear it wavy and messy; a perfectly blown-out short bob is not as modern of a look. You can also style it with a deep side part for an asymmetrical look."
Best For: Girls with relatively fine hair--it will make it look thicker. This cut also works for girls with medium-to-curly texture too; it just requires a bit more styling. Any face shape can wear this; it's just a matter of finding the right length for your face.
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Mid-Length With Invisible Layers
Who: Jessica Hart
What: A mid-chest length cut with soft, invisible layers for movement and texture.Wear: "The layers shouldn't stand out or be chunky; they're there to help the hair fall and move nicely, as well as give hair volume and shape. I cut them with thinning shears. You can really do whatever you want with this cut. You can clip in extension pieces for added length and volume, or you can braid it, style it straight--anything."
Why It Works: Again, the flexibility factor. "This cut is also very versatile and lends itself to lots of different styling options."
Best For: If your hair isn't in tip-top shape, but you want a long cut that makes your hair look really full, this might be for you!
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Blunt Mid-Length
Who: Gwyneth Paltrow
What: A blunt cut that falls anywhere between the mid-chest and bust. You can also ask for a few layers in front to frame the face and give the cut a little more movement.Wear: "It's an incredibly versatile haircut--you're not locked into styling it in a specific way. It looks great with a slight bend, a great natural wave, or you can wear it straight."
Why It Works: "It's chic and modern without being too long, and because it's so blunt, it makes your hair look really healthy and thick. It's perfect for showing off really healthy hair."
Best For: Almost any hair type and face shape can wear this cut--again, it's super versatile.
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Cropped CutWho: Ashlee Simpson & Carey Mulligan
What: A short cut--approximately 4 inches all over and tight in the back--but not too cropped. Think: Gwyneth Paltrow in Sliding Doors.
Wear: "You can wear it wavy or keep it on the straighter side. If you want to make it sexier, just ask for a slightly longer cut (about 5-inches long in front), but still keep it shorter in the back (ideally about 1-inch long)."
Why It Works: "It's the perfect cut if you want a short look, but aren't ready to commit to the Michelle Williams-style pixie."
Best For: This works best for girls who have hair that's either straight or slightly wavy, and with fine-to-medium texture.
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A-Line BobWho: Katy Perry
What: A blunt, A-line bob.
Wear: "It's a very fashionable bob because it has an elegant fullness to it and looks really ladylike when it's blown out."
Why It Works: "There's a soft layer to Katy Perry's cut, which gives it an angled look. This cut is amazing with a more experimental hair color; you get the contrast of the punky color combined with ladies-who-lunch elegance."
Best For: Anyone looking for a non-frumpy bob. This cut works with lots of hair types, though it's best for those with medium texture or light waves. If you have curly hair, you can still get this look, just go a bit longer. If your hair is ultra fine, don't emphasize the A-line shape as much because it will make your hair look thinner.
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Blunt BangsWho: Rooney Mara
What: Blunt bangs--they should start approximately 1-to-2-inches back from your hairline, depending on your hair type and forehead size--and pulled-back hair.
Wear: "It's all about the bangs, and then pulling the rest of the hair back."
Why It Works: "It's not like the other blunt bangs out there right now. These bangs are much more angular, modern, and clean."
Best For: Girls who don't like fussing with complicated hairstyles but still want a very strong look. It can work for almost all hair types: if you have straighter hair, just blow-dry your bangs with your fingers, but if you have curlier hair you'll need to use either a paddle brush or a flat iron to get them straight and smooth.
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Pixie CutWho: Michelle Williams
What: A very short Mia Farrow-style pixie cut. Ask for something very cropped--approximately 1-inch long overall--and slightly tighter in back.
Wear: "Really play up this cut with a bright, bold hair color. It can work with dark hair as well as blonde, it just has to be a statement shade."
Why It Works: "It's such a cute haircut, but it's also very bold and very strong. No one is really wearing hair this short, so it definitely stands out. It's a beautiful cut for women of all ages--but you need a nice strong jawline and a good neck."
Best For: All hair types are welcome to try this cut, but you need to have the required great bone structure.
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Shaved SidesWho: Alice Dellal & Lourdes Ciccone Leon
What: Long hair that's shaved on one side.
Wear: "Style it with Old Hollywood waves and a deep side part for a punk-rock-meets-Veronica Lake look."
Why It Works: "I think this look is very sexy, very masculine/feminine. It's also really versatile: there are no real rules on how to shave the sides. I suggest starting with a 1-inch clip and shaving from the start of your hairline, just above your ear, and going back as far as you like."
Best For: Risk-takers with lots of hair. "The more hair you have, the better," Lecompte says, so if you have fine locks, you might want to skip this look. It does work with any face shape, so if you're daring, go for it!
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Long Bob with Heavy FringeWho: Nicole Richie & Olivia Wilde
What: A long bob razored to the collarbone and then layered throughout with thinning shears. The bangs are heavy, but soft.
Wear: "It's a forgiving haircut: you don't have to spend a lot of time styling it every day."
Why It Works: "It's that very trendy Cleopatra length, but Nicole gives it a '70s look with the fringe and all the layers. It's a very unique haircut because it's long, choppy, and has a Debbie Harry vibe."
Best For: It works for almost any hair texture, but is especially perfect for girls with a little natural wave. Lecompte says you can blow-dry the roots and leave the ends to dry naturally. This is an excellent cut for girls with heart-shaped or oval faces.
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Long Shag
Who: RihannaWhat: A long shag haircut with heavy bangs.
Wear: "It looks great how Rihanna is wearing it: fuller and thicker at the roots and the crown, but very thinned out at the ends. She also has a heavy fringe and is wearing her hair pretty straight, so the overall look is edgy, but still has a '70s shag vibe."
Why It Works: "It's edgy and cool, and you get to keep some length to it too. You can have it short and chopped in the front, but still past the shoulder in the back. Just don't let it go below your bra strap at its longest, otherwise it can look like a mullet."
Best For: Anyone looking for a strong haircut that can be worn curly, wavy, or straight.


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Prepare for the TOTALLY '80s PROM PARTY with these awesome '80s prom pics!
We're celebrating prom season all through the month of May with special editions of our Totally '80s Sing-Alongs!
The Action Pack has been running regular TOTALLY '80s SING-ALONG parties at the Alamo Drafthouse for a while now, so this month we thought we'd do a little something to make everything just a bit more special. That's right, all through the month of May we're going to celebrate with a PROM PARTY theme at all of our TOTALLY '80s SING-ALONGS.
That means we're slowing it down for the ladies, and our Action Pack hosts will act as chaperones to help make sure that all of you couples out on the dance floor leave a little room for the Holy Ghost while you're swaying back and forth to some Phil Collins or Enya, and it also means we want to see your best '80s Prom outfits.
If you're super awesome, maybe you can even look this cool:
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Or maybe you should leave the guys at home and get a group of your girlfriends together so you can look this pretty:
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I think the three girls on the bottom left hand side may have actually eaten their dates in order to steal their fancy bow ties. Yikes! We have a definitive rule at these Sing-Alongs - NO EATING YOUR DATES IN ORDER TO STEAL THEIR BOW TIES!!
Guys, if you're really nervous that your date for the Totally '80s Sing-Along prom party is going to eat you for your bow tie, you could go ahead and not wear a bow tie at all:
Just be aware that if you go for that look you won't end up getting the girl at the end of the movie EVEN THOUGH YOU WERE TOTALLY SUPPOSED TO AND IT'S IN THE ORIGINAL SCRIPT AND IT WAS JUST SOME DUMB TEST AUDIENCES THAT MADE THEM GO BACK AND RESHOOT THE ENDING SO THAT SHE ENDS UP WITH THE STUPID GUY JUST BECAUSE HE'S "BETTER LOOKING"!
Okay, that had nothing to do with this show. Still. That is a pretty important moment in '80s Prom history, and we'll make sure we stick with better endings for everyone at all of these '80s Prom Parties. Hopefully everyone will get to keep their dates and just stand awkwardly next to each other while your parents take lots of pictures that you thought would be safely hidden away in a photo booth forever because you didn't know that after the '0s we'd all have Facebook and these kinds of pics would be easy to grab and post into other fun blog posts!
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It's so amazing that there was a time in our culture when puffy sleeves actually were a thing. That really happened!
And we're going to celebrate that culture AND those sleeves at all of these shows. So get decked out, head on down to your local Alamo Drafthouse, and prepare to dance (and sing!) the night away.
You can grab your tickets to the Totally '80s Sing-Along right here. We'll be doing special prom nights all through May, and then join us in June when we join in the Summer of '83 festivities with several highlights from that incredibly eventful year in music video history!
This suggestion came from Sarah, one of our Action Pack hosts out of Houston, so before I sign off here I've got to send big thanks her direction for giving the excuse to look at all of these awesome images all night. I don't know where the idea came to her from, but I'm hoping she saw a limousine pull up at an Olive Garden, watched a bunch of 17-year-olds in fancy clothes pile out and then stand awkwardly close to their dates without really being sure what they should do while they were waiting for their table, and then said to herself, "This needs to be a Sing-Along!"
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Learn about Nuisance Abatement's most frequently asked questions.
What is Nuisance Abatement?
The Nuisance Abatement Division (NAD) is authorized under Manatee County Ordinance 96-21 to respond to complaints and investigate residential or commercial properties that have criminal activities that involve drugs, gangs, prostitution, stolen property or vagrant occupancy and we serve notice on the property owners to take steps to eliminate the problem.
How does Nuisance Abatement work?
When the NAD receives a complaint, we research the property and the property owner. We work up a complete background history of the property to confirm the current ownership, status (homestead / non-exempt / foreclosure / tax delinquent), and Code Enforcement violations and then review Manatee County Sheriff's Office reports to determine if there is any evidence of criminal activity associated with the property.
If we find evidence of criminal activity, we serve notice on the property owner. We inform the owner of the type of activity, provide resources and work with the owner to eliminate the problem.
How does it differ from Code Enforcement?
Nuisance Abatement responds to complaints about activities, while Code Enforcement responds to complaints about conditions at residential and commercial property locations. In many cases, both County divisions will work to address problems at a property since crime and blight often coincide.
What County resources are used to address the problems?
The most important resource for the NAD is information from residents. Residents know their neighborhood, understand the daily patterns of life within it, and realize when there is a neighborhood problem. We urge residents to call us with concerns, even if they are not sure if there is an actual problem.
The NAD works in cooperation with many agencies to address a problem property. We work with the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, Appraiser's Office, Tax Collector, Fire Departments, Code Enforcement and the Building Department.


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A plan is being considered whereby music protected by proprietary digital rights management (DRM) technology, such as Apple's FairPlay, would be outlawed. iTunes downloads could then be played on Microsoft digital music players.
However, industry representatives are none too keen on the idea at all, and claim that interoperability will eventually be promoted without any government intervention.
"It is my belief, and the essential point of my participation today, that marketplace forces will continue to drive innovation in the DRM arena with attendant consumer benefits - new ways to enjoy digital music at a variety of different price points - while also gradually 'solving' the interoperability problem." - William Pence, Napster CTO.


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Cannon switch: 'Did I really say that?'
Rep. Chris Cannon has a firm stance on immigration.
But it seems to shift depending on his audience.
Wednesday, he took a moderate stance on immigration during a meeting with the editorial board of The Salt Lake Tribune. He complained about uneven enforcement while talking up the importance of undocumented workers to the economy and the need for comprehensive reform at the federal level.
But Thursday on a talk radio show and in a meeting with the editorial board of the Deseret Morning News, Cannon appeared to strike a much harder line.
He distanced himself from President Bush's immigration reform efforts and touted his support of a border fence and tougher enforcement.
"Did I really say that?" Cannon asked his spokesman about his comments published in a Tribune story.
Fred Piccolo, the spokesman, confirmed he did.
Still, the six-term Republican congressman on Thursday told conservative talk show host Bob Lonsberry "[The Tribune] was wrong on literally every point that is important to your listeners or to me. I think it's because they have a tendency to hear what they want to hear instead of what people said."
As Lonsberry pushed Cannon on the show, Cannon acknowledged he had made every comment except one. He disputed saying "Do we want to identify them? Then we would paralyze business," when talking about identifying undocumented workers. He said, "I don't know where this quote came from."
Piccolo, who attended the editorial board meeting, confirmed Cannon "indeed said those things."
"For our voters it would be very important to explain those perceived inflammatory quotes," Piccolo said. "He had to go out and put the quotes attributed to him - that he said - in context."
Jason Chaffetz, a Republican running against Cannon, said he has come to expect a "flip and a flop at every turn."
Chaffetz was listening to Lonsberry's program Thursday and contacted The Tribune about Cannon's denials.
"He can't fool the electorate anymore," Chaffetz said in a later interview.
Piccolo defended his boss as having strong opinions on immigration, but said it was a matter of stressing certain things more than others.
"Even I was shaking my head," Piccolo acknowledged. "What he should have done was put more emphasis on the larger context."
That's what Piccolo said happened in the meeting with the News, where Cannon's brother, Joe, is editor.
In that meeting, Cannon said states should have a role in immigration law, but still said that immigration reform should be tackled by Washington. He also said he did not support President Bush's immigration reform bill "this term." But he was one of the strongest backer's of Bush's reform proposal, which became the central issue of his 2006 re-election campaign.
The Swift Raid in Hyrum:
"The Republicans planned it for October so they could say 'Vote for me, I'm tough on immigration.' But then it didn't happen until December, so they ruined people's Christmas."
Speaking to The Tribune
"It actually is my view but not because I don't think we ought to be enforcing our laws rather because of the way it was done."
On Bob Lonsberry's talk radio program
On immigration reform:
"I never supported the legislation that was comprehensive because it was fundamentally flawed."
On Bob Lonsberry's talk radio program
"I'm sure we'll come up with a bill and it will probably be pretty good legislation. It would probably be a lot like the McCain bill," Cannon said, referring to a proposal by Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., and others that would allow undocumented immigrants to earn citizenship without having to return to their home country.
To The Tribune, Dec. 2006
Citizenship screening for potential employees:
"Do we want to identify them? Then we would paralyze business."
To The Tribune
"You have to have a program whereby the government identifies people who are appropriate for hiring, but that comes with certain civil liberty infringements."
On Bob Lonsberry
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The Store should be open by the end of this week if we don't have to many hangups. Give me a buffer and lets say beginning of next week. Product looks pretty cool though, hope y'all dig on it.
Burton is releasing 6 or so teasers this week and I am behind the punch I think this one is day 4′s. So much for being in the loop huh? Oh well… Ill find out which ones are out and post those tomorrow. Enjoy.
Over the last few years and on my decks particularly, I have worked with Lance Violette during this process. It generally runs without a hitch. Lance tends to interpret my ideas spot on, unlike most people who see them. This graphic was no different. I simply wanted to try and tell the story of the [...]
Thanks Preston for the new "Mind Mess' Tech in playing this game.
An Old friend sent me these links that even an older friend posted of some skate footage of Me and JP back in the day. Pretty sweet man!! 14 years ago, crazy!! Thanks John and thanks Dave!
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Strong pitching powers Prairie Dogs again
EDINBURG — The Abilene Prairie Dogs shut out the Edinburg Roadrunners for the second time in three games Friday, surrendering just six hits and one walk in a 4-0 victory.
Brian Smith (1-0) started and earned the win, scattering five hits over seven brilliant innings, while Scott Vander Weg closed things out with two scoreless frames to notch his first save of the year.
Thanks to a hot start by the Prairie Dogs lineup, the Abilene pitchers worked the entire game with a lead. Jason Martin and Wilson Batista sandwiched first-inning singles around a Reggie Williams foul out, and Kyle Nichols and Nick Ochoa followed with an RBI double and sac fly, respectively, to send Smith to the mound with a 2-0 lead.
That was all the cushion necessary for the 23-year-old left-hander, who struck out five and allowed just three base runners to reach scoring position.
With Smith done after seven, the Prairie Dogs hitters gave Vander Weg two additional runs of support in the eighth. Joe Weik, who went 3-for-5 with his second double of the season, led off the inning with a single and scored on a bases-loaded wild pitch before Williams drove home Jessie Mier with his second hit of the game.
That made the score 4-0, which it stayed thanks to Vander Weg, who left two Edinburg base runners stranded in scoring position in the bottom of the ninth.
Abilene, now 2-1, finished Friday's game with 11 hits and five walks. Weik's three hits led all Prairie Dogs batters, while Martin, Williams and Batista each recorded two base knocks.
Carlos Hereaud was the Roadrunners' only player to record multiple hits, going 2-for-4 with a double.
The two teams conclude their four-game series at 7 p.m. today at Edinburg's Roadrunner Field.
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Brian Smith, Scott Vander Weg and Jessie Mier. Kirk Wetmore, James Hoyt (6), Aaron Tullo (8) and Eric Bloom. W — Smith (1-0). L — Wetmore (0-1). S — Vander Weg (1). 2B — Abilene: Kyle Nichols (1), Joe Weik (2); Edinburg: Carlos Hereaud (1).
Records — Abilene 2-1; Edinburg 1-2.
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Health Service Journal
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All our Yesterdays7 May 1948
Blair picks 'list buster' to crack down on waitingPrime Minister Tony Blair marked his first year in office last week by stepping up action on hospital waiting lists, which he said were still 'unacceptably high'.
BRING TRUSTS INTO FOCUSLetters
Computer error leads to smear recalls failureScottish health minister Sam Galbraith has demanded an explanation from health board managers on how a computer error led to 4,500 women failing to receive smear test recalls.
Deal-with-drugs debate hits the drink link at lastPolitics
Double duty in mental health'Health minister Paul Boateng faces a dilemma in attempting to balance the first duty of mental health services to their users and the public protection which any government must ensure'
eventsPHARMACY OF THE FUTURE 19 May, Birmingham MEL Research and Aston University's school of pharmacy are organising Pharmacy in the 21st century: where next? Details: Stacey Sadler, 0121-604 4664.
EXPERIENCE CAN TEACH YOU WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWLetters
Fast among equalsFurious debate about waiting times doesn't just happen in the UK. Tony Sheldon reports on a row about fast-track treatment preoccupying the egalitarian Dutch as they cast their votes
Former chief executive denies clinical responsibilityA former hospital manager claimed last week that 'crossing the bridge' from being a doctor to becoming a chief executive meant he could be held to account only as a manager.
Getting into a pickle over a red herringAnn Dix fails to find a champagne drip at Damien Hirst's restaurant
HERETICDear Frank. . . in response to your recent letter
HOW COULD YOU MISS THE POINT I WAS MAKING?Letters
HOW TO TURN A THREAT INTO AN OPPORTUNITYLetters
I re-think therefore I amlive from leeds
Ideas plea to cut litigationPatients must have 'more realistic expectations' of the NHS', health secretary Frank Dobson has warned.
In Brief: Berkshire health authority accepts liabilityBerkshire health authority has accepted liability for the severe brain damage at birth of Lesley Wildsmith, now aged 24.
In Brief: Campaign for Freedom of Information annual awardNeil Woodward, a medical scientist who exposed the extent of misreporting of cervical smears at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital on Channel 4's Dispatches programme last year, has received a Campaign for Freedom of Information annual award.
In Brief: Expert consortium set upAn expert consortium has been set up by the NHS Executive and the Department of Health to examine the feasibility of developing occupational standards defining national good practice for scientists and technicians within the NHS.
In Brief: Falkirk and District Royal InfirmaryFalkirk and District Royal Infirmary, which is facing two fatal accident inquiries on patients who died after 'keyhole surgery', claims to be the first Scottish trust to set up a clinical effectiveness unit to ensure that all staff follow best practice.
In Brief: Former nurse Gloria JusticeFormer nurse Gloria Justice, whose career ended when she injured her back lifting a patient at Newcastle's Walkergate Hospital eight years ago, has been awarded £90,000. Ms Justice claimed she had not been trained in safe lifting techniques.
In Brief: Hospital porters ballot on industrial actionHospital porters at Leicester Royal Infirmary are threatening to hold a ballot on industrial action following the breakdown of talks over plans by private contractor Serco, which provides portering services at the hospital, to scrap their bonus payments.
In Brief: 'Hospital watch' schemeA 'hospital watch' scheme launched at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, in association with Paddington Green police station aims to combat rising crime on the wards.
In Brief: Minimum safe size for unitsNew acute inpatient units for adult mental health should be limited to between 10 and 15 beds, the Royal College of Psychiatrists recommends. The minimum safe size for units, which should be housed in district general hospitals, is likely to be three 15-bedded wards, its report says. Not Just Bricks and Mortar. Tel: 0171235 2351 ext 146. £7.50.
In Brief: Nurse Sylvia Sparrow in courtNurse Sylvia Sparrow is taking St Andrews Homes to court, claiming that smoking by elderly patients in a nursing home where she formerly worked caused her breathing difficulties. It is the first passive smoking case in a British court, opening at the High Court in Manchester this week.
In Brief: Scotland's record on food poisoningThe Commons select committee on agriculture has called for an urgent inquiry into why Scotland's record on food poisoning is much worse than the UK's. Latest figures show Scotland had 199 cases per 100,000 population compared with 180 in England and Wales.
In Brief: Values into Action studyHundreds of thousands of pounds are being wasted keeping people with learning difficulties in residential care when it would be cheaper to help them live at home, a government-funded study by the charity Values into Action says. The Cost of Opportunity: purchasing strategies in the housing and support arrangements of people with learning difficulties. Tel: 0171729 5436. £12.95.
In Brief: Year 2000 bugLess than a quarter of NHS computer systems have been safeguarded against the year 2000 bug, according to preliminary findings of a survey by the independent consultancy Solace, commissioned by software house Prove It 2000. Only 6 per cent of the 1,024 organisations surveyed hold guarantees that the bug will not interrupt utilities.
In denialCock-up or conspiracy? Mental health organisations spent two days at an official DoH policy summit, and they still were not told of ministers' plans. Mark Crail reports
in personGlasgow Royal Infirmary University trust medical director Bill Anderson (above) has taken over as the trust's acting chief executive. He replaces Nigel Clifford who has left to join Cable & Wireless.
Joint approachThe government's anti-drugs initiative aims at prevention, targeting the young and working with education and health authorities. Lyn Whitfield reports
JOINT WORKING: WHAT WILL DELIVER THE GOODS?Letters
Looking into the futureDr Hywel Lloyd demonstrates equipment from Telediab, a project that uses eye examinations to check for signs of diabetes, at the Wales telemedicine conference in Cardiff.
Managers are 'national force' says MilburnHealth minister Alan Milburn wants to see 'a new sense of self-confidence' among NHS managers.
Mental health groups accuse Labour of going back on election promisesMental health groups reacted with dismay this week to the government's asyet still-secret plans for a shift in policy on community care backed by £50m a year investment in NHS mental health services.
monitorSo the rumours that Warwickshire health authority big cheese Mike Marchment is on the look-out for a new job are true. And was it to be closer to his Labour luvvie friends in the capital that he applied for the chief exec's job at Camden and Islington Community Health Services trust? Monitor is none the wiser after quizzing Mr M.
NHSE urged to make trusts honour senior contractsSenior managers' organisations have called for action to prevent 'hundreds' of contractual disputes as the next round of NHS reforms gathers pace.
Nursing goes out to tenderA health authority is to put a town's community nursing service out to tender despite claims by the current provider that it will cost managers £2.2m to shift the £6m contract.
on the recordJUNE McKERROW has been director of the Mental Health Foundation since 1992. She previously worked for 25 years in housing and homelessness, most recently at Stonham establishing community-based alternatives to institutional living for people with special needs.
POPULATION PROJECTIONSPredicting demographic change is a tricky business. The one thing certain, says John Appleby, is that people will live longer and this will have a considerable impact on healthcare costs
Raised hope of health action for N IrelandAction to change the structure of health and personal social services could be taken within days of the setting up of the proposed new Northern Ireland assembly, health minister Tony Worthington said last week.
Scotland warned over cash targetsScottish health organisations have been warned against manipulating payments to meet cash targets by the head of the National Audit Office.
Scottish doctor says charges 'trumped up'A doctor told an industrial tribunal last week that he was dismissed by a Scottish trust on 'trumped up charges based on false allegations'.
Talking pointsGood communications are crucial if the NHS is to meet government goals of forging links with other agencies. Yet many trusts or health authorities have no communications staff - and where they do have, they usually work alone
Target practiceThough recognising their health-promotion role, even GPs in one fairly affluent area are unsure of how to work across agencies to meet targets, reveals a survey by Thoreya Swage and Judi Linney
THE NHS AT 50: AND THERE IS NO PLACE IN THE SERVICE FOR IDLE HANDSLetters
THERE WAS NO STRENGTH IN NUMBERS OVER BART'SLetters
THERE'S FAITH IN THE NHS, BUT NOT IN ITS DISCIPLESLetters
TO REGULATE OR NOT: THAT IS THE QUESTIONLetters
Trafford General HospitalPrime minister Tony Blair at Trafford General Hospital, which as Park Hospital was the site from which Aneurin Bevan launched the NHS 50 years ago. The hospital keeps an extensive archive from the period and is still in contact with many of the original patients and staff.
Turf wars at the grass rootsAs work gathers pace to develop primary care groups, tribalism is rife, says health minister Alan Milburn, who talks to Peter Davies
Unfinished businessThe consultation document on the NHS in Northern Ireland keeps debate on its future very much open. Pat Healy reports
Unhealthy appetites?opinion
WEB WATCHA friend of a friend was a builder working on the roof of a new multi-storey PFI hospital.
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Lining up the dominoes
The Rose Bowl is back in play for Oregon after USC's upset of Stanford, and considering where the Ducks were 10 days ago, that's a significant development.
Based on Monday's sentiments, though, the Ducks won't be satisfied with a trip to Pasadena unless they're playing for the BCS title on Jan. 6.
"We already won a Rose Bowl, so it feels like whatever," running back De'Anthony Thomas said.
A bunch of dominoes would have to fall to put the Ducks back in the BCS title hunt, but stranger things have happened, I suppose. Here are a couple scenarios that might allow Oregon to sneak into the title game.
- Oklahoma State needs to beat Baylor on Saturday. This one isn't too far-fetched. The Bears haven't won at OSU in the Big 12 era, and the 9-1 Cowboys are quietly putting together a nice season after dropping their Big 12 opener to West Virginia.
- Michigan State needs to beat Ohio State in the Big Ten title game. Urban Meyer is bound to lose a game eventually, right? The Big Ten has been Meyer's personal playground since he took over at Ohio State, but the Buckeyes haven't seen a defense like Michigan State's this season. The closest thing was Wisconsin, and OSU won that game by a touchdown at home.
- Florida State needs to lose at Florida or in the ACC title game. This is where things start getting dicey. The Gators are 4-6 and haven't shown any indication that they're capable of that sort of upset. Duke, the team currently leading the ACC Coastal Division, might present a tougher test, but Duck fans probably won't like those odds, either. There is a wildcard, however: If the investigation involving FSU's Jameis Winston results in him missing games, the Seminoles suddenly don't look as invincible.
That is definitely Oregon's clearest path to the title game, though there's also a remote possibility that the Ducks could benefit from chaos in the SEC. Problem is, the SEC has two or three teams that could finish ahead of Oregon in the BCS standings, even with one loss.
Let's say Auburn beats Alabama in the Iron Bowl to win the SEC West. That suddenly makes Auburn a contender for the BCS title, and Alabama is still in the mix with one loss. Even a one-loss Missouri team, with a win the SEC title game, could be a factor.
We're really reaching now, but if you're a Duck fan, you're probably rooting for this scenario:
- Auburn beats Alabama in the Iron Bowl
- Texas A&M beats Missouri on Nov. 30
- South Carolina wins the SEC East with two losses, then upsets Auburn in the SEC title game
Clearly, the Ducks will need a lot of help if they want to get back in the BCS title picture. But if they don't get it, playing in Pasadena a week earlier isn't a bad consolation.
Austin Meek came to The Register-Guard via The Topeka Capital-Journal and Kansas City, Mo., home of the Chiefs, Royals and America's best barbecue. Now he covers the Ducks in TrackTown USA, but any subject is fair game. Follow Austin on Twitter @austinmeekRG or send him an email.


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WALDORF, Md. (WUSA9) -- "The rings and the band, and the earrings, I mean, pretty much everything. I'm just a jewelry person," says Laura Randolph.
So that made it easy for her husband, Kevin, to know just what to get his bride for Christmas.
"I've never seen anything like it. It was just so pretty," she says.
"She loved it. There was nothing wrong with the ring," says Kevin Randolph.
Until they got the authenticity certificate for her chocolate diamond ring in the mail.
Kevin says, "The ring that I purchased was not what I purchased, apparently."
Allow us to explain: last year, on Black Friday, Kevin says he went into the Jared Jewelers store in Waldorf looking for the perfect gift for Laura.
He settled on a $3,300 1.5-carat chocolate diamond ring made by Levian. It's noted on his receipt.
But in early January, Levian mailed the Randolphs the certificate that says the ring's total weight was actually much less.
"It was only a one carat, according to Levian," says Kevin.
The Randolphs say they called and went to Jared Jewelers to get what they thought they paid for.
"I do believe it was an honest mistake that they weren't willing to make right," he says.
"Until your team contacted them, I don't think they were going to do anything about it," says Laura.
It took several months, but finally, Jared gave them their $1,000 down payment back.
Jared's parent company, Sterling Jewelers, declined our request for an on camera interview.
But in a statement said because of privacy issues, they were "unable to share customer information with third parties."
It goes on to say, "We take all customer feedback very seriously and work diligently with each customer to address any matter that may arise in the most appropriate manner."
"You feel like you can trust somebody and now it's kind of a disappointment that you can't," Laura Randolph says.
As for her husband Kevin, he says, " Call For Action, they stepped in, did a great job."
The next time you purchase a high value piece of jewelry,expert Sherlene Bradburysuggest you ask the jeweler if they will grant a window of time to have the piece independently appraised.
While many jewelry stores have excellent in-house, gemologist-appraisers, experts say there can be a risk of bias.
It's always best to have a second pair of eyes, preferably a graduate gemologist who is an independent appraiser not employed bythe retail store.
Or a retailerthathas an independent contractor as an appraiser, to examine the piece.
Consumers should know all of the details and understand exactly what they are getting. The buyer should ask questions such as the breakdown of the various components, i.e., center or major stones versus accent stones.
Ask about the metal purity, 14K, 18K, platinum or combinations.
Ask about any warranties and return policies.
Bradbury says, "Jewelry is something that is so specialized that it takes years of study and knowledge to properly evaluate. Anyone can make an honest mistake. Not everyone working on a sales floor is experienced with stone weights and sizes. And, they simply recite what is on the ticket. Sometimes, tickets are mislabeled or the information is not clearly recorded."
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An asteroid passing near Earth and meteors striking Russia are a reminder that space risk is always on insurers' radars.
Since 1995, nearly 10,000 Near Earth Asteroids have been discovered by observatories across the world. More than 860 of these have been classified as 'large' - one kilometer in length or larger.
NASA co-ordinates tracking this activity and operates a service called the Near Earth Objects Program to keep an eye on these incoming 'killer' asteroids.
Lloyd's Realistic Disaster Scenarios do not include a 'doomsday' event caused by an object from space but insurers do sometimes have to consider out-of-this-world catastrophe exposures. The possible outcome of a large asteroid hitting an urban environment is one of them.
Four years ago, risk modelling specialists at RMS looked at the 1908 Tunguska event, when a large part of Siberia was laid to waste by an exploding asteroid. Early in the morning, on 30 June 1908, a giant airburst occurred over the basin of the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in Central Siberia, Russia. It levelled trees over an area of 2,000 km sq and produced seismic and pressure waves that were recorded all over the world.
The released energy was later estimated to be equivalent to a ten megaton TNT explosion, about 1,000 times as powerful as the nuclear bomb dropped over Hiroshima in 1945. The blast was attributed to the explosion of an asteroid in the lower atmosphere, at a height of five to ten km over the remote Siberian forest, and measuring approximately 50m in diameter.
Theoretically an asteroid could land anywhere, so RMS modelled a Tunguska type event occurring over New York City. With a population exposure of nearly ten million, their model forecasts 3.2 million fatalities and 3.76 million injuries. The total economic exposure under the explosion's footprint measures around $2trn and as a result, RMS estimates property losses at around $1.19trn.
What's the likelihood of that actually happening? RMS cites a study based on different data sets that estimates a mean return period of 1,000 years for earth collisions with objects similar in size to the 1908 Tugunska event. That's between 400 and 1,800 years. So Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck - heroes of the hit movie Armageddon - are not going to need to get their drilling equipment out any time soon.
However, as residents of Russia's Chelyabinsk region have experienced, small objects can burst through the atmosphere at any time. There is around a 1 in 250 chance of an asteroid between 30-100 metres across colliding with Earth every year - so watch this space.
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The Associated Press preseason Top 25 is out. Take a look at how the ballots break down, and find out what to watch for when the college football season begins this month:
Finish No. 1. Start No. 1.
Jameis Winston and defending national champion Florida State are No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason college football poll.
The Seminoles will start the season No.
DESTIN, Fla. - Southeastern Conference football coaches want the NCAA to close a loophole that allows schools to take part in out-of-state summer camps with high school prospects.
The late great Derrick Thomas grew up in Miami and played his entire 11-year NFL career in Kansas City.
In between he spent four years at the University of Alabama, dominating on defense as few players have ever done in college football history.
NEW YORK - In St. Louis, Michael Sam might have found the perfect spot to pursue an NFL career and try to become the league's first openly gay player.
He'll have three former Missouri teammates with him on the Rams, including fellow draft pick E.J.
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IRVING, Texas - The College Football Playoff selection committee does not want to dictate how many conference games leagues play.
On signing day, Alabama is still No. 1.
A season without a national championship on the field didn't slow down coach Nick Saban on the recruiting trail. The five-star prospects flocked to Tuscaloosa, including one who went to high school at Auburn.
Officially, national signing day allows high school football players to start signing a letter of intent with the college of their choice.
In reality, national signing day is not a starting block but a finish line.
PASADENA, Calif. - Jameis Winston threw a 2-yard touchdown pass to Kelvin Benjamin with 13 seconds left and No. 1 Florida State beat No. 2 Auburn 34-31 to win the last BCS national championship game on Monday night.
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When Linda and Paul Donovan first called Hospice of Santa Cruz County, they didn't know what to expect. Linda shares their precious journey.
The Angel at the Door
"There's nothing more we can do for you," the oncologist told my husband, Paul, who had just been dismissed from the hospital following a severe bout of jaundice that led to liver failure. "I think it's time to bring in hospice."
When I heard the word "hospice," I thought that Paul would be gone within days. I couldn't fight back my tears as I envisioned taking him to a rest home to die. Images immediately came to mind of a nurse injecting him with drugs every few hours in a dimly lit room sparsely decorated with a cot, candle, second-hand table and a well-worn bible.
Fortunately, hospice was far removed from this foreboding image. In fact, it wasn't even a place. Instead, it turned out to be a holistic approach for taking care us -- our spiritual, physical, mental, financial and other needs as we prepared for Paul's final voyage. In Paul's case, he lived a little over 3 months after hospice was called in. Thanks to hospice, he was able to enjoy precious moments with our family and friends.
The angel enters
In February, Mary, the social worker, was the first of many "angels," who guided us, held our hands, and provided much-needed comfort. Her serene eyes, warm smile, and soft voice helped ease our fears. She explained that Paul would no longer need to make the long trips to the hospital. Instead, a nurse, who was in frequent contact with his doctor, would come to our house and check on him. She said that all medications would be delivered to the house. Oxygen, a wheelchair, and other equipment would arrive immediately upon request. No fuss. No muss.
It takes a team
When Paul first became ill, he was still trying to sort out his relationship with God. Gradually – through discussions with Cathie, the chaplain; a priest; and others – he gained the insight he needed and was at peace. I found her advice reassuring as I asked questions, such as, "What will happen to him? What could he do to prepare for what's next?"
The medical care at home was a great advantage. Cynthia, the nurse, monitored his medications. Her positive approach helped motivate Paul to take advantage of the times he felt well enough to take walks and visit with people.
We were fortunate that he had a miraculous respite and was able to enjoy limited activities. Although this reprieve was brief, it gave us time together we never thought was possible. For a short period, life was almost normal. Each day was a gift.
Saying goodbye
As his health declined again, hospice services increased. They provided an attendant to help with basic requirements. Cathie came to comfort Paul and to ease my concerns, and Cynthia began to visit him more frequently. We met with grief counselors who prepared us, and their support programs introduced me to new friends for my new life.
Hospice made it possible for Paul to be comfortable in a familiar, pleasant environment – home – until the end. He was free of pain because of carefully administered medicine. There were no waiting rooms, IV tubes, nurses waking him up at all hours to take his medicine. No strangers, no bland hospital food, and no noise. Paul was able to die in the same manner in which he lived – with dignity, love, and comfort.


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WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 19 -- US President George W. Bush signed into law an industry-supported pipeline safety bill that earlier passed Congress by a wide bipartisan margin (OGJ, Dec. 9, 2002, p 28).
The new law requires that all pipelines be inspected within the next 10 years to prevent leaks and ruptures. Pipelines in more urbanized areas are to be checked within the first 5 years of enactment. All pipelines must be re-inspected every 7 years following the first 10-year interval under the legislation. The law also reauthorizes the authority of the Department of Transportation's Office of Pipeline Safety and gives regulators more power.
Industry reaction
The pipeline safety measure "reassures those who live or work near pipelines, and all Americans, that the government and industry will be taking even greater steps to ensure their safety," said Ben Cooper, executive director of the Association of Oil Pipe Lines. "For years, our industry has been working with Congress to pass this legislation. Enactment has been a long time coming, but all those involved can take pride in helping to reach this day. We thank those members of Congress who sponsored and pushed for this legislation, and the president for his support of it."
The American Gas Association also praised the new law. "Gas utilities are prepared to meet the tough challenges that the pipeline safety bill will present over the next few years," said David N. Parker, president and CEO of AGA. "Safety and reliability are the guiding principles of every natural gas utility company in America," Parker said.
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At one point the measure was part of a much larger energy bill, but lawmakers eventually opted to vote on the pipeline plan separately to ensure its passage.
"The debate over pipeline safety reauthorization began nearly 3 years ago. Since that time, a pipeline safety reauthorization bill passed the Senate numerous times, failed in the House once, passed on another go-round, stalled in conference committee for several months and eventually was approved by both houses of Congress in November," said AGA in a note to reporters.
Broad energy legislative proposals may resurface when a new Republican-controlled Congress convenes Jan. 7. But some specific issues may be addressed outside a comprehensive bill.
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'Don't give well-off older people winter fuel payment'
Posted: January 23, 2013|
A Westcountry MP wants cuts to benefits for well-off pensioners to be considered after a former constituent revealed they claim the winter fuel allowance – despite living in Greece.
Andrew George, MP for St Ives, was among nine rebel Liberal Democrats to vote against proposals for a three-year cap on most working-age state benefits.
But ahead of the Commons vote on the Welfare Benefits Up-rating Bill, which the Government won, Mr George argued more than one-third of benefits go to people with above-average incomes.
"Indeed, a former constituent of mine has said how laughable it is that he now lives in Greece yet still receives a winter fuel allowance," Mr George told MPs, adding later it took him two winters to spend the hand-out.
"Surely we can find savings that are less painful than those proposed."
By raising benefits by 1% until 2016 – rather than pegging increases to inflation, meaning claimants can expect a real-terms freeze – the Government expects to save more than £2 billion.
Official figures show nearly £13 million in winter fuel payments went to pensioners living abroad, including warmer climes such as Spain, Italy and Cyprus.
The winter fuel payment is given at a flat rate of up to £300 regardless of a person's wealth.
In response, Work and Pensions Minister Steve Webb joked the Cornwall MP's ex-constituent is "in our sights. All I can say is that I hope he enjoyed his last payment".
He added: "Joking aside, even if we took away all winter fuel payments to overseas pensioners, we would be talking about tens of millions of pounds, not savings on the scale that we need."
Mr George, who claims his amendment to the Bill to link benefit increases to average wages was blocked by Labour, argued the reform was unfair given the volatile inflation forecasts in areas including food and housing costs.
He said afterwards: "This risks leaving some of the poorest working and non-working households in dire circumstances. I believe that there could be less painful ways of helping the Government achieve its deficit-reduction programme."
Among the Lib Dem rebels was Adrian Sanders, MP for Torbay. Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg has warned Britain's continued fiscal crisis means all parties will have to admit to voters at the next election that benefits for all pensioners are no longer affordable.
The Deputy Prime Minister also suggested David Cameron's manifesto promise to retain universal pensioner benefits is "completely irrational". Another target could be the older person's bus pass, another non means-tested benefit.


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He insists that it's just another game on the schedule.
"They're looking to stop a streak and we're looking to get better," Kidd said. "There's no hype about this game."
There may not be much hype from Kidd's perspective, but you can be sure that the Knicks will be properly motivated for Round Two against Brooklyn. They lost in overtime in their first trip to the Barclays Center in late November.
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Royalty was in attendance Friday afternoon at the ERBM Rec Center-sponsored Halloween celebration in downtown Meeker, designed to offer the town's children a chance to trick or treat in a safe environment. Royalty, animals, superheroes and monsters were out in numbers as several events entertained those of all ages from 3 to 5 p.m.
Halloween festivities in Meeker…
Owners of Meeker taxidermy keep up Halloween tradition
MEEKER I It's creepy. And it keeps getting creepier. Such is the Halloween tradition at Antler Taxidermy in Meeker for the past 34 years, and, according to owner Donna Wille, "it will likely continue for many years as me and my husband, Bill, truly enjoy Halloween and its scary, gory, graphic nature."
HopeWest-Meeker Halloween Ball
Tonya Morris of Meeker won Best Costume award at the NewHope-Meeker Holiday Ball on Saturday. The ball was held to raise funds for the NewHope-Meeker Palliative Care Program planned in conjunction with Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker. The program will help families take care of relatives in the last stages of their lives.
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MEEKER — Everyone is invited to attend the free Pumpkins, Eats and Treats event sponsored by the Rec. District.
MEEKER'S FAVORITE HAUNT: Willes' Halloween display is back with a vengeance
Headhunters Haunted House is back. After a two-year break for personal reasons, Bill and Donna Willes' front yard on Market Street is once again a veritable collage of the creepy, the spooky and, in some cases, the hauntingly humorous. To say the Willes enjoy Halloween would be an understatement.
Annual Halloween event scheduled
MEEKER — The traditional Halloween parade at the Walbridge Wing will take place at an earlier time this year, between 3:30-5 p.m. on Oct. 31.