text:
Frank Will Not Support DOMA Repeal
A Congressman from New York plans to sponsor a bill to undo one of the most damaging federal laws to gay and lesbian families, the 1996 "Defense of Marriage" Act, which legally consigns same-sex couples to strangers status even if they are married in one of the six states where full marriage equality is legal.
DOMA was passed as the first state to contemplate marriage equality, Hawaii, was making headlines in 1996, and spurring a panic that if marriage equality were to become legal in any one of the 50 states, the rest would be compelled to honor such marriages granted there under the U.S. Constitution's "full faith and credit" clause.
But the measure also denies gay and lesbian families any recognition from the federal government, declaring that only heterosexual couples will be recognized as being married by federal law.
That means that married gays and lesbians do not have access to a plethora of rights at the federal level--taxes, inheritance, pensions--even if they are otherwise married at the state level.
The only way to reverse this is to repeal DOMA, which is what New York Congressman Jerry Nadler intends to do, according to a Sept. 11 article at the Washington Blade.
Two of the three openly gay members of the House of Representatives, Tammy Baldwin and Jared Polis, are on board with Nadler, but a surprising omission in support for the measure of Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank, who says that there are too many other pieces of legislation to try and get passed.
The Blade quoted Frank as saying, "It's not anything that's achievable in the near term."
Added Frank, "I think getting ENDA [the Employment Non-Discrimination Act], a repeal of [the military ban on openly gay troops] 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' and full domestic partner benefits for federal employees will take up all of what we can do and maybe more in this Congress."
Frank identified one of the bill's aims, which would be to allow gay and lesbian families to be equally protected as they travel across state lines. The current patchwork of laws can see families' rights fluctuate from full marriage to virtually no legal protections as they motor cross-country, say, on a family vacation. That makes trips to other states particularly worrisome and problematic for same-sex marrieds, and especially for gay and lesbian parents, who might have cause to worry that if the kids get hurt or take ill, they might have few or no legal rights to see them in the hospital or make medical decisions.
But that provision could rouse political Sturm und Drang, Frank noted, by suggesting that marriage rights could be "exported" from family-friendly states to other, less equality-minded, states.
The Blade quoted Nadler as scoffing at Frank's reservations, saying, "Mr. Frank knows better than anyone that our opponents will falsely claim that any DOMA repeal bill 'exports marriage' in an effort to generate fear and misunderstanding.
"But the dishonest tactics of our opponents should not stop us from aggressively pushing to end this horrific discrimination now, as is the consensus of the nation's top LGBT groups who all support this approach."
Still, the Blade reported, Congressman Frank viewed progress on the issue as more likely to come from the courts--specifically, a lawsuit against DOMA brought by Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders.
Frank called the suit "very thoughtful, very well done," and predicted, "That's the way we'll win this."
GLBT equality advocates see no reason not to pursue both options. Crain's New York Business.com quoted the president of the Lambda independent Democrats, Mary Cooley, in a Sept. 11 article: said Cooley, "We're obviously strongly supportive of the bill, and we're very grateful that Congressman Nadler has introduced it."
The article also quoted Marriage Equality New York's executive director, Ron Zacchi, who disagreed with Frank's assessment of the bill's chances, saying, "To have Congress repeal DOMA, I think, is very viable."
Zacchi pointed to comments like that of former Vice President Dick Cheney, whose daughter is gay. Cheney had expressed support for gay and lesbian families, and for letting states decide the issue themselves.
Noted Zacci, "Both political parties have said that government on the federal level shouldn't be involved in marriage, and the Defense of Marriage Act is taking a stance on marriage [on the part of the federal government].
"Letting states decide for themselves is something both parties have said they support," added Zacci.
Politico reported in a Sept. 14 article that Nadler will introduce the bill on Sept. 15.
Even if Frank is proven wrong and the bill passes the House, if could face the same hurdle that other gay-friendly federal laws to clear Congress have faced: the Senate. Politico noted that there are doubts the Senate would send the measure to President Obama's desk.
Obama is another question mark. As a candidate, Obama spoke out against DOMA. He also spoke out against the ban on openly gay and lesbian troops in uniform, only to do little to banish "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" once in the White House. Overall, GLBT equality groups have grown impatient with the president's lack of action on gay issues.


text:
A survey by the Kentucky Farm Bureau finds grocery prices across the commonwealth are the highest they have ever been, jumping almost 15% in two years.
The minute you walk in the grocery store, the prices catch your eye.
"The more gas goes up, the more groceries go up," said Terri Widner of Pineville.
Shoppers are having to look carefully and make smarter choices.
"Just the extras they need, the pop, the chips, everything like that. It's hard to have the extras," said Widner.
"Anything across the board just started having increases. Sugar, commodities," said Mike Long, of Long's Pic Pac in Pineville.
Long said that his store is feeling the pain too.
"We've had to buy in, hold the price down, make less margin," said Long.
The survey found notable price hikes in pork products. Long said even the price of dog food has increased.
Prices of salad dressings have gone up too because of an increase in the price of oils used in making those items.
"Every penny you have has to be pinched to be able to make it in this economy these days," said Widner.
Widner said she will just keep shopping because she has to feed her family.
In response to those hikes, we're told customers are purchasing more generic brand items.
On the other hand, produce prices look to remain low this summer because of all the rain we have had.
Nationally, retail food prices are up about four percent since the first of the year.

subset: commoncrawl


text: xefe wrote: > El vie, 07-11-2008 a las 10:05 -0500, Raymond Toy escribió: >> I notice that ratinterpol always calls rat on its arguments. Is there >> a particular reason for this? >> >> I was just playing around with ratinterpol with float and bigfloat >> points, and the result is always rational. I could just float or >> bigfloat the result, but I was wondering why ratinterpol always >> rationalizes floats. I guess in practice it may not matter >> >> (Perhaps the documentation for ratinterpol should mention this, too.) > > > Hello, > > I introduced the rat call in the lagrange function to force rational > arithmetic due to the inestability of floating point calculations in > high degree polynomials. I don't think using rat fixes the stability problem. :-) > > We could add a boolean option, say force_rat, both in lagrange and > ratinterpol, so that users can control whether to force rational > arithmetic or not. That's ok. I don't really need it; I was just curious. I was just playing around with minimax approximations (via Remez exchange algorithm) and was looking at how ratinterpol works. Thanks, Ray


text:
Skier's Choice Draft Picks
Benny Wilson
Round 5 – Boot Selection, AT/Sidecountry/Telemark, Pick 12I had quite a bit of experience on the Quest 12, which debuted in 2009-10, and finally got to try the new Quest 14 this year. It is a giant step forward with its stiffer hiking sole and walk/tour mode, which I can now transfer from the lifts to the backcountry with the flick of the switch. The 12 was a little soft, and the extra stiffness with the 14 gives us beefier gentlemen a really versatile boot.
Other Draft Picks By Benny Wilson
Additional Information
|Building on the success of the Quest range, we've taken the boot to the next level of performance. The Quest 14 offers diverse options in all-mountain versatility and walkablility with the patented Ride & Hike technology, making it the first alpine boot that hikes as well as it rides—no compromises. Updated features include: longer magnesium backbone; a thicker, insulated boot board for a super stiff sole that equals more power transmission and puts your foot in optimal alpine position; a beefy race liner; spoiler and a forward pressure plate to enhance leverage over more powerful skis. In addition, the boot offers a new, lower volume fit. The Salomon Quest 14 delivers high performance alpine access. Anywhere.
|Alpine, AT


text:
One of the two pit bulls the St. Clair County Sheriff Animal Control Office has in its stray area. The dogs are housed in this area for a period of time and give a temperament test and then either put down or given to a rescue shelter.
- Filed Under
As a breed, pit bulls are the most likely to end up in a cage at St. Clair County Animal Control.
They're also least likely to leave.
Since the start of January, 27 pit bulls have been placed on the rescue list. Of those, only seven were accepted by a local rescue shelter. ...


text:
Description: Cory returns the next day and he's ready for one last encounter before he enters rehab for the rest of the summer. He quickly sheds all his clothes and gets ready to be pleased!
Duration: 01:30
Views: 1076
Date: 24 months ago
Tags: Blowjobs, Couples, Straight Boys
Uploader: str8boyzseduced


text: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Series 3 - 2. Dead Man's Party Facebook Twitter Google Tumblr Pinterest Blogger Reddit VKontakt Print Email About this programme 2/22. Buffy faces an awkward homecoming as she struggles to pick up where she left off with her mother and friends, while a tribal mask Joyce has acquired has the power to reanimate the dead. The friends organise a party to distract themselves from the tension between them, which just leaves Buffy tempted to run away again - until a horde of zombie gatecrashers leaves them fighting for their lives. Cast and crew Cast Buffy Summers Sarah Michelle Gellar Xander Harris Nicholas Brendon Willow Rosenberg Alyson Hannigan Rupert Giles Anthony Stewart Head Joyce Summers Kristine Sutherland Cordelia Chase Charisma Carpenter Daniel `Oz' Osbourne Seth Green Pat Nancy Lenehan Principal Snyder Armin Shimerman Angel David Boreanaz Jonathan Levinson Danny Strong Devon MacLeish Jason Hall Crew Director James Whitmore Jr Writer Marti Noxon Categories Drama Facebook Twitter Google Tumblr Pinterest Blogger Reddit VKontakt Print Email


text:
In conjunction with the many event festivities, Vertical Smiles girls will be keeping the crowd energized and perpetually turning heads. They will be modeling with some of the most lavish vehicles on the planet and signing their new 2013 calendars.
Check out Vertical Smiles (https://www.facebook.com/
Last year, N-Motion Auto Transport had an exotic car show called Wine & Rides in the Village. The guest list was full and the attendance far exceeded expectations. N-Motion is predicting an even greater turnout for this upcoming event. From some of the rarest Lamborghini's to even one of the highly talked about Fast and the Furious 5 rides, guests won't be disappointed.
For all car shipping and auto transport needs, call N-Motion Auto Transport today!


text:
November 29, 2015
Stay Connected Anywhere
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -- Topeka Police officers are searching for three men responsible for a carjacking that happened at about midnight Thursday in the area of 23rd and Pennsylvania.
The stolen vehicle is described as a 2005 black Chrysler 300 with tinted windows, chrome wheels and a 30-day tag.
Police are looking for three suspects: two white males and one black male. They said at least one of the men was armed with a weapon.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 234-0007.
Click Here to access the online Public Inspection File
Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this station's FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), or firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Pennsylvanians made their marks in Battle of Gettysburg
The final presentation in the Bridgeville Area Historical Society's 2012-13 program series was a talk by Civil War historian Michael Kraus.
A curator at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum, Kraus is an expert on the Civil War, with particular emphasis on the Battle of Gettysburg. In addition to being an experienced re-enactor, he has served as military consultant on several major movies, including "Cold Mountain" and "Gettysburg."
Although his talk was entitled "Gettysburg," his subject really was the participation of Pennsylvania soldiers in the epic battle. He recently collaborated on a book of historic photographs of the battle and used excerpts from the book to illustrate his talk. This was the first time the horror of the battlefield was brought into the homes of civilians by photo journalists like Matthew Brady.
The speaker began his talk by describing the hysteria in the Pittsburgh area 150 years ago when it was learned that General Lee was invading Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh was an attractive target for the Rebels — a transportation hub with railroads linking the Midwest with the East; and an industrial center that included the Allegheny Arsenal, a major supplier of munitions to the Union forces.
Fortunately, the Rebels stayed east of the Alleghenies.
The main Confederate force left the Cumberland Valley and headed east through a pass at Caledonia, heading toward an insignificant small town, Gettysburg. The 26th Pennsylvania Emergency Militia, led by Col. William Jennings, encountered troops of Ewell's Corps almost by accident and managed to keep them from occupying the town. In the meantime the Army of the Potomac, under a new leader, Gen. George Gordon Meade, was hurrying north to its rendezvous with the Confederates at Gettysburg. Meade was a Pennsylvanian, a resident of Philadelphia.
President Lincoln, disillusioned with Gen. Joseph Hooker after his disastrous defeat at Chancellorsville, had offered command to Gen. John Reynolds. When Reynolds declined the offer, Meade was his next choice. In reality he was the perfect man for the battle that ensued. Meade was a veteran of the Mexican War and a topographic expert. He understood the significance of the terrain at Gettysburg and arranged his forces efficiently to fight a defensive battle.
Most of the Gettysburg residents deserted the village when the battle became imminent; an exception was 70-year-old John Burns. A veteran of the War of 1812, he picked up his musket and set off to find a unit that would accept him. After he was turned down by several units, the 150th Pennsylvania Regiment (the Bucktails) welcomed him. He claimed to have killed three Confederates before being wounded. After the battle, he was an instant celebrity; President Lincoln asked to meet him when he came to dedicate the National Cemetery.
The speaker's personal hero at Gettysburg was Col. Strong Vincent. A native of Erie, he was in command of a brigade composed of four regiments — 16th Michigan, 20th Maine, 44th New York, and 83rd Pennsylvania — at Gettysburg. On the second day of the battle, Gen. Gouvernor Warren visited a signal station on a hill called Little Round Top and immediately recognized its strategic significance. He sent a messenger to Corps Commander Gen. Barnes requesting troops to occupy this important point.
Strong Vincent intercepted the message and moved his brigade to Little Round Top. They arrived just in time to fight off a fierce attack by the Rebels. Vincent was wounded while standing on a boulder exhorting his men to hold their ground; he died five days later. He was promoted to Brigadier Gen. before he died.
Another significant Pennsylvanian in the battle was Gen. Alexander Hays. A native of Franklin, he was educated at Allegheny College before going on to West Point, where he was a classmate and personal friend of Ulysses S. Grant. Before the war he worked as a civil engineer for the City of Pittsburgh, primarily as a bridge designer.
At Gettysburg he commanded a division in the Second Corps. On the third day his division withstood the brunt of Pickett's Charge, on Cemetery Ridge. After the Rebels were thrown back, Hays triumphantly rode his horse back and forth in front of the lines, dragging a captured Confederate battle flag behind him. He was killed a year later at the battle of the Wilderness.
Kraus' presentation was excellent. Our compliments to historical society program chairperson Rosemary Kasper for an outstanding season of fine programs.
John Oyler is a columnist for Trib Total Media. He can be reacxhed at 412-343-1652 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Show commenting policy
TribLive commenting policy
You are solely responsible for your comments and by using TribLive.com you agree to our Terms of Service.
We moderate comments. Our goal is to provide substantive commentary for a general readership. By screening submissions, we provide a space where readers can share intelligent and informed commentary that enhances the quality of our news and information.
While most comments will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive, moderating decisions are subjective. We will make them as carefully and consistently as we can. Because of the volume of reader comments, we cannot review individual moderation decisions with readers.
We value thoughtful comments representing a range of views that make their point quickly and politely. We make an effort to protect discussions from repeated comments either by the same reader or different readers.
We follow the same standards for taste as the daily newspaper. A few things we won't tolerate: personal attacks, obscenity, vulgarity, profanity (including expletives and letters followed by dashes), commercial promotion, impersonations, incoherence, proselytizing and SHOUTING. Don't include URLs to Web sites.
We do not edit comments. They are either approved or deleted. We reserve the right to edit a comment that is quoted or excerpted in an article. In this case, we may fix spelling and punctuation.
We welcome strong opinions and criticism of our work, but we don't want comments to become bogged down with discussions of our policies and we will moderate accordingly.
We appreciate it when readers and people quoted in articles or blog posts point out errors of fact or emphasis and will investigate all assertions. But these suggestions should be sent via e-mail. To avoid distracting other readers, we won't publish comments that suggest a correction. Instead, corrections will be made in a blog post or in an article.


text:
DOE Program Puts College Students And Wind Power To The Test
|in News Departments > FYI
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the teams selected to take part in the inaugural DOE Collegiate Wind Competition.
According to the department, the competition is a forum for undergraduate college students to investigate innovative wind energy concepts; gain experience designing, building and testing a wind turbine to perform according to a customized market data-derived business plan; and increase their knowledge of wind industry barriers. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is facilitating the inaugural competition, which will take place in spring 2014.
The following 10 student teams were selected through a competitive process:
- Boise State University
- California Maritime Academy
- Colorado School of Mines
- James Madison University (VA)
- Kansas State University
- Northern Arizona University
- Pennsylvania State University
- University of Alaska Fairbanks
- University of Kansas
- University of Massachusetts Lowell
"Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing electrical energy options in the United States, and the industry requires a skilled workforce with talented people from engineering, business and communications backgrounds. This competition will help attract students from a wide range of disciplines into this exciting industry," says Jonathan Bartlett, the DOE's Wind Powering America initiative national director.
Register here to receive our Latest Headlines email newsletter


text:
- KNIA / KRLS - http://kniakrls.com -
Three Area Teams Still in Volleyball Rankings
Posted By Sports On September 25, 2009 @ 6:32 am In Today's Local Sports | Comments Disabled
Twin Cedars and Pella Christian both moved up in the latest Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union volleyball rankings while Pella is still solidly in the top 10. In Class 1A Twin Cedars moved up a spot to 2nd this week, in Class 2A Pella Christian jumped from 15th to 13th and Pella remains ranked 8th in Class 3A.
Article printed from KNIA / KRLS: http://kniakrls.com
URL to article: http://kniakrls.com/2009/09/three-area-teams-still-in-volleyball-rankings/
Click here to print.
Copyright © 2009 KNIA/KRLS. All rights reserved.


text:
iTunes Festival 2012: Example And DJ Fresh Keep The Roundhouse Bouncing!
Guess what we learned today? Example - the mouthy, pop rapper - used to be a standup comedian before he began fronting massive pop hits. And you know what? He was actually pretty good!
Even though Example turned his back on comedy, there were glimpses of his cutting wit during his iTunes Festival performance, from dubbing the seated top tier "w*nkers" to dangling a sweaty towel for the front row, before saying it was like "feed time at the zoo".
Example certainly doesn't pull any punches when he speaks his mind, but thankfully, he didn't hold back on his set list either. The crowd was the most hyper we've seen at the iTunes Festival so far, having been dutifully riled up by DJ Fresh and his FRESH/LIVE band.
DJ Fresh kicked off with drum and bass classic Goldust, before ploughing into an addictive dubstep remix of the classic Dead Prez track Hip Hop, along with his latest hits Hot Right Now, The Power and finally, Louder.
Sadly the crowd didn't seem that enamoured with DJ Fresh and co, but they soon changed when Example took the stage and launched into Stay Awake, See The Sea and Midnight Run.
The crowd were continually bouncing throughout the show and the man himself even forced out a mosh pit from the centre of the crowd. The true star of Example's music is exactly that: the music. Thankfully, the Roundhouse's acoustics helped reverberate the buzzing baselines and tumbling electro riffs.
The biggest highlights came from a crowd-wide chant of the chorus from Watch The Sun Come Up, a wall of hot girls on shoulders for Kickstarts and finally the Ibiza-esque retouch to the show's final track Changed The Way You Kissed Me.
There's still a chance to enter and win tickets to the iTunes Festival 2012, including Muse, Hot Chip and Madness! Head to this way to enter.


text:
House panel hears proposals to save on currency costs
WASHINGTON — Americans should be carrying more change and fewer dollar bills, congressional lawmakers and currency experts said on Thursday.
Replacing the dollar bill with a $1 coin "would provide $4.4 billion in net benefits to the government over 30 years," Lorelei St. James, director of physical infrastructure issues at the Government Accountability Office, told members of the House Financial Services subcommittee on domestic monetary policy and technology.
Subcommittee members said changing the metallic content of coins could save money.
Both ideas resemble changes implemented by Canada. In 1987, Canada replaced its $1 bill with a coin nicknamed the Loonie for Canada's national bird, the loon, which appears on the coin.
Canada changed the composition of its coins, beginning in 2000, to multi-ply steel.
Beverly Lepine, chief operating officer of the Royal Canadian Mint, said the changes have generated substantial savings.
"Lasting 25 years instead of one year for a bank note, the $1 circulation coin has saved the Canadian government $175 million over its first 20 years," Lepine stated in written testimony.
Richard Peterson, deputy director of the U.S. Mint, said the Mint is conducting research on changing the composition of coins. A report is expected in December.
Some legislators and experts fear switching to a $1 coin could be inconvenient to some Americans.
"I think it will take a cultural change in this country," said Rep. Lacy Clay, D-Mo. "Most men don't like to have a lot of change. We don't like to have our suits sag."
Show commenting policy
TribLive commenting policy
You are solely responsible for your comments and by using TribLive.com you agree to our Terms of Service.
We moderate comments. Our goal is to provide substantive commentary for a general readership. By screening submissions, we provide a space where readers can share intelligent and informed commentary that enhances the quality of our news and information.
While most comments will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive, moderating decisions are subjective. We will make them as carefully and consistently as we can. Because of the volume of reader comments, we cannot review individual moderation decisions with readers.
We value thoughtful comments representing a range of views that make their point quickly and politely. We make an effort to protect discussions from repeated comments either by the same reader or different readers.
We follow the same standards for taste as the daily newspaper. A few things we won't tolerate: personal attacks, obscenity, vulgarity, profanity (including expletives and letters followed by dashes), commercial promotion, impersonations, incoherence, proselytizing and SHOUTING. Don't include URLs to Web sites.
We do not edit comments. They are either approved or deleted. We reserve the right to edit a comment that is quoted or excerpted in an article. In this case, we may fix spelling and punctuation.
We welcome strong opinions and criticism of our work, but we don't want comments to become bogged down with discussions of our policies and we will moderate accordingly.
We appreciate it when readers and people quoted in articles or blog posts point out errors of fact or emphasis and will investigate all assertions. But these suggestions should be sent via e-mail. To avoid distracting other readers, we won't publish comments that suggest a correction. Instead, corrections will be made in a blog post or in an article.
Most-Read Nation
- Lawyer reveals details of arrest of 'clock kid' Ahmed, plans to file suit
- U.S. troops suspended in airstrike on Afghan hospital
- Obama, Hollande pledge solidarity against Islamic State
- Self-driving vehicles closer to getting green light as feds ease stance
- Barrier nears completion in Indiana marsh to keep Asian carp from Great Lakes
- Company backs away from pledge to cut drug's $750-per-pill price
- Video prompts calls for probe of Chicago police
- Foreign policy expert: Obama administration should create Syria safe areas
- Berra, Barbra among 17 to receive nation's highest civilian award
- Obama: No credible intelligence about terror plot against US
- Peanut glut poses hefty bailout tab for taxpayers


text:
Hi there
Santa's Village in Killarney opened yesterday.
Was thinking of going with the gang -
Ticket prices: €10 per adult, €15 per child (including a present) and €50 for a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children). Children under 12 months go free but will not receive a present from Santa unless full child rate is paid..."
Did anyone go yesterday?
What's the story like?
Is it worth 50 notes?


text:
A restaurant opening at Cincinnati's is projected to bring 200 jobs to the new $400 million casino. The restaurant Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville is hosting a hiring event at Xavier University's Cintas Center. The event will continue 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Tuesday. Some of the positions that are available include hosts, servers, bartenders, culinary supervisors and cooks. The casino will be the last to open after Cleveland, Columbus and Toledo. For more on this story, click HERE.
Like Magic 106.3 on Facebook to stay updated with the latest entertainment news and original interviews!


text:
Open Thread: It's Lucky Number 13 For John Goodman As SNL Host Tonight
The day after Friday the 13th, John Goodman celebrates his thirteenth time as host of Saturday Night Live, with musical guests Kings of Leon. This puts him third for number of times as host, with Alec Baldwin the reigning champ at 16 and Steve Martin second with 15. »


text:
Getting ahead of cyber risk Deloitte leaders discuss today's challenging cyber environment
Press releases
Deloitte named the leader in US state and local government consulting by Kennedy
Deloitte is pleased to announce that Kennedy Consulting Research & Advisory has named Deloitte the leader in U.S. state and local government consulting based on the breadth and depth of the organization's capabilities.
Case studies
Changing lives and improving citizen health
Deploying an effective state-run exchange to promote enrollment in affordable health care insurance.
Deloitte University Press
Reimagining higher education
As an integral part of the fabric of American society, everyone has a stake in making higher education more accessible, affordable, and relevant.
Life at Deloitte
People make Deloitte one of the best places to work. What's great about the people? That's an easy answer. They are exceptional. Each person is unique and valued for that, among the best and brightest in the business, and takes pride in his or her achievements and the success of others.


text:
When you're at the Shipley Nature Center, you smell redwood and sage and hear sounds that make you feel like you're in a serene forest.
Flowers are blooming, the animals are courting and birds are nesting, as happens this time every year when the 18-acre nature sanctuary welcomes the spring.
The Shipley Nature Center features eight habitats found throughout California, including a redwood forest, oak woodlands, Torrey pines, meadows and Blackbird Pond.
About 30,000 people visited the center last year, including 12,000 students participating in the center's educational programs.
Plants and trees in bloom
The Western Redbud, which is the Huntington Beach city tree
Ceanothus, aka California lilac, blooms in blue, pink and white
Flowering currants bloom in pink, yellow and white
Elderberry trees bear small yellow flowers
What's nesting
The common wren
Blue birds
As volunteers at the center put it, some of the animals at Shipley Nature Center have been very flirtatious.
Squirrels and rabbits have been spotted scampering about and chasing each other in a courting ritual that's common as spring rolls around. Many small animals find homes in the Shipley Nature Center and even a coyote has taken a liking to some of the thick foliage found at the site.
Most of the weekday traffic at Shipley Nature Center is due to Inside the Outdoors. The hands-on environmental education program is administered by the Orange County Department of Education and runs school, field and community programs at Shipley and elsewhere.
Source: Carol Williams, administrative coordinator of Shipley Nature Center


text:
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Duggar-Style Biggest Loser: Treadmill Test
5 Comments: Click Here to Add Yours:
- Carissa said...
Haha... "I DID beat Josh's time!" :D
It must just be me, cause that stress test doesn't look all that hard! :P
- April 10, 2013 at 8:51 PM Add Reply
- Danae said...
Is there any link the blog can provide to watch the last two eps from outside the US? Please!!
Question: why does jim bob wear jeans when exercising??
- April 11, 2013 at 6:43 AM Add Reply
- pga127 said...
@Danae-it has been documented in the past that the Duggar males wear pants for modesty reasons (albeit, one boy wore shorts during a race and Josh wore shorts in this episode). It would be more sensible for him to wear workout pants if he doesn't want to show his legs!
- April 13, 2013 at 1:24 PM Add Reply
- stahlfamilymississippi said...
Well, he probably wants to remain modest, even while he is exercising. We shouldn't lower our standards for anything. Would you want Jesus to come back while you are wearing something dishonoring to HIM ???
- April 13, 2013 at 1:47 PM Add Reply
- Anonymous said...
Jesus wore a sheet and loin cloth.
- April 26, 2013 at 5:59 AM Add Reply
Post a Comment
Thanks for leaving your comments! We answer as many of your questions as we can, but due to the number of comments we receive daily, we are unable to answer every one. Our aim is to post all points of view, but we do not post anything that is profane, insulting, derogatory, or in poor taste.


text:
- Filed Under
Former Oak Grove Dandy Dozen athlete Steve McNair Jr. is taking his talents to the Lone Star State, where he will continue his college football career at Midwestern State.
McNair, son of the late Steve McNair, spent the past two seasons at Pearl River Community College, where he put up impressive numbers on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball.
He made 69 catches for 727 yards and three touchdowns, while compiling 43 tackles, one sack and four interceptions for the Wildcats. ...


text:
WelcomeTo the Amelia Soap and Herb Company
We strive to offer you a variety of quality natural glycerin soaps and herbal products.
We use only the highest quality ingredients, such as Shea Butter, Grapeseed oil and Botanical extracts and Goats Milk. We also use organically grown herbs in our products.
Why Try and Use Homemade, Handcrafted, Soaps and Herbal products? We offer natural products that are good to your skin; they offer healing, soothing properties, without the harsh chemical effects. Our products are handmade in our own little shop in Amelia County Va.
The Amelia Soap and Herb Company will give you a quality product at an affordable price. Isn't it time you treated yourself to a luxury homemade soap and herbal product.
Say goodbye to dry itchy skin, and Hello to healthy nurtured skin.


text:
November 27, 2015
Even though Thanksgiving's a month away, it's never too late to make a difference for hungry families.
Wal-Mart put on the "Fighting for Hunger" program Sunday at both the southside and Vienna locations. They accepted donations of food which will go to the Old Man River local mission.
Wal-Mart employee Linda Lambert mentions the true meaning of working together as a team.
"It means that together with the community and with the customers that come in the store and everything that together as a team, we could help accomplish this goal that we have to help Old Man River."
According to Wal-Mart.com, Fighting for Hunger provided more than 122 million dollars in grants. They also gave nearly 600 million pounds of food to communities.
Click Here to access the online Public Inspection File
Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this station's FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), or firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
If you find there are broken links, misssing pages, wrong chapters or any other problems in a manga/manhwa, please comment here. We will try to solve them the first time.
Please enter the email.
Gamaran 26 released in mangahere fastest, recommend your friends to read Gamaran 26 now!
Tags: read Gamaran 26 english, Gamaran 26 raw manga, Gamaran 26 online, Gamaran 26 chap, Gamaran 26 chapter, Gamaran 26 high quality, Gamaran 26 manga scan
Next Chapter: Gamaran 27
Previous Chapter: Gamaran 25


text:
Mika Parida
Tag Archives: africa
Ellie Deshaies: Global Health Co-op with FACE AIDS
Ellie Deshaies, a senior International Affairs major at Northeastern, completed her third co-op at an organization called FACE AIDS. FACE AIDS provides socioeconomic support for youth affected by HIV and AIDS in Rwanda.
Posted in News, Spotlight Stories Also tagged aids, face aids, global health, hiv, partners in health, pih, rwanda Comments closed


text: Ever since I began knitting a few weeks ago, the most rewarding aspect that I have experienced has been the meditative state that I enter once knitting. I have found that I knit at a faster pace when I have something on my mind and end up knitting for a longer period of time as well. After a while, (and many, many rows) I can look at my work and feel that I have worked through something mentally and I actually have a physical representation of it! I find it very rewarding and extremely calming. I find myself not caring what it is that I'm making, but just that I am going through the process. Does anyone else have a similar experience?


text: CDs Are Dying— And So Is Our Data NPR: Miracle of the 1990s not lasting as long as we thought By Arden Dier, Newser Staff Posted Aug 23, 2014 12:31 PM CDT STORY COMMENTS (82) (Newser) – Remember those shiny discs that played music before your iPod came along? Well, future generations may miss out on the classic '90s tunes they hold—and a whole lot more. It turns out CDs are literally rotting away, especially those stored in boxes where, "by increasing the relative humidity and temperature, you're increasing the rate of chemical reaction occurring," a preservation expert explains to NPR. It isn't just your vintage boy-band albums in danger. There's a wealth of information stored on compact discs around the world, including data transferred from microfilm, as CDs were once seen as the way of the future. Experts know about "CD rot" and a "bronzing" process that occurs when a disc's coating rubs off and the silver beneath begins to tarnish. But as CDs were made to different standards in different parts of the world, they can't answer the seemingly simple question, "How long should a CD last?" That's a problem, because changing over to another storage type is expensive. "There is no average, because there is no average disc," says a preservation specialist at the Library of Congress. "We're trying to induce what might potentially happen down the road." A warning: The worst thing you can do is leave your favorite CD in your car for the summer, say the experts. Click for the full NPR story. (Perhaps preservationists can make use of this disc, designed to last 1,000 years.) (Shutterstock) ADVERTISEMENT(Click Prev or Next to continue viewing images.) « Prev« Prev | Next »Next » Slideshow NPR (Source Grid ») Technology • Science compact discs • data storage • preservation CLICK BELOW TO VOTE 5% 16% 61% 4% 11% 4% RETURN TO THE STORY To report an error on this story, notify our editors.


text:
Verizon Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) will offer the exclusive Samsung Galaxy Stellar in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com.
The 4G LTE enabled Samsung Galaxy Stellar is designed to be compact so it fits easily in the hand. The compact design features a dual interface option so users can choose between Starter Mode or Standard Mode.
Starter Mode gives a simplified home screen display with preset widgets such as Favorite Apps, Favorite Contacts and Favorite Settings for quick access to frequently used apps and settings. Starter Mode also features a quick dialer icon that allows users to make phone calls directly from the home screen.
Standard Mode provides a more conventional layout and the traditional Android experience. The Stellar also includes a help app that features guided tours, walkthroughs, tips for changing settings and more.
Users can take advantage of 4G LTE connectivity to access an array of convenient and multimedia rich apps.
Business Features
Samsung's SAFE enterprise mobility solutions provide flexibility and connectivity for mobile workforces, ensuring that users are able to operate more efficiently while on the move.
Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) enables direct communication with a company's Microsoft Exchange Server enabling push email, calendar and contacts.
The device supports VPN and MDM from industry-leading solutions providers. It supports industry-standard VPN protocols to help users efficiently tap into VPN networks and MDM capabilities that allow IT departments to effectively safeguard employee's mobile devices and corporate data.
SAFE helps prevent unauthorized access to mobile data by leveraging the AES 256-bit encryption standard, encrypting all data, including app-specific internal data and internal and external memory.
Additional features:


text:
If you want a sound card for your desktop or laptop, we've got it! A great sound card can make the difference when it comes to your multimedia experience. We carry a wide variety basic to gamer that will fit your need. What a sound card does is act as the interface between your speakers or headphones and your computer to allow your computer to process audio for things like music, videos, games, and multimedia applications.
Why do I need a sound card?


text:
Sony's Crackle App Streams Movies and TV Shows to Your iPhone and iPad for Free
Sony just released Crackle, an app that streams full-feature movies and popular TV shows to your iPhone and iPad for free. For free. For free! We're talking popular TV shows like Seinfeld and Married with Children and big time movies like The Da Vinci Code and Stranger Than Fiction straight to your iPhone and iPad.… »


text:
This page has been archived and commenting is disabled.
NATO Warns Europe More Dangerous, Has To Be Ready For "Whatever The Future Holds"
- 9571 reads
- Printer-friendly version
- Send to friend
- advertisements -
Fear, it's not just for breakfast any more.
Can't really get ready for what's starting up, but half-ready might save your life.
Correct if I'm wrong here .... but Ukraine is not a member of NATO. Correct ?
Name one country that is more stable than last year...other than Russia or China...
Africa is a continent, not a country.
Not to Smokin' Joe Biden....CNN says that Hong Kong is by Brazil too, dontcha know?
"In Biden's defense, all of his knowledge of Africa came from watching The Lion King." - Jimmy Fallon
NATO should mention that since the've created chaos across Northern Africa and US/Soros have overthrown gov of Ukraine and installed neo-fascists, we must be ready to maintain current interests whatever the future holds.
Roland Oliphant @RolandOliphant
Massive column of APCs flying Russian flags and some with ?c - peace keeper - driving past aid convoy and barrelling it toward Donetsk
And they are probably going to one of the several military bases right in the neighborhood. Oliphant is a stooge. Since he obviously has a camera, where are his pictures of yesterday's supposed border incursion?
How about screwing both?
It seems the slaves never learn.
Exactly like with the shooting in furgesson maybe he strong armed burglary hmm fitting the description and then acting like he did. Hmmm
Rasmussen is dyslexic. What he meant to say was...
"NATO is more dangerous and less stable than it was a year ago. Europe has to be ready for whatever the future holds"
Fixed it for you.
But they really, really wanna be, if only the mean Ruskies would let them.
There are 38 million peace-loving Muslims in Europe. What means this danger talk ?
Rainman, connect the dots: http://joinfo.ua/politic/984316_Finland-refuses-to-impose-sanctions-against-Russia.html
Rasmussen, like every other obedient pooch of the Tribe, is good at simultaneously firing warning salvos & exercising damage control - either Europe picks up it's act and comes back crawling to Uncle Sugar, or we'll turn our warning into a self-fulfilling prophecy.
my friend a million muslims cannot do the damage of one soros yid ngo.
fuck you check out the link
muslims in europe is a yid project you cunt.Barbara Lerner Spectre and jewish implementation of multiracial multiculturalism in the Europe
You wish Tony ?
I do not know whether that is the case or not.
my friend a million muslims cannot do the damage of one soros yid ngo.
fuck you check out the link
muslims in europe is a yid project you cunt.Barbara Lerner Spectre and jewish implementation of multiracial multiculturalism in the Europe
Muslims in Europe could lead to the downfall of the American empire.
Your one minute and seconds long video clip is weak. Got something else ?
Just remember what Puty said.....There WILL be a war in Europe....take that for whatever it may mean...
Hint: (Putin is ex-KGB, so I would think he would know...)
His cabinet is full of tribe members, his mother was Jewish, his close personal advisors are GS, he ridiculed the 9/11 truth movement, sanctioned freedom of speech websites, ruined domestic education by closing over 12000 schools, is freindly with Israel (and supplies them oil) - even attending the Israel victory monument unveiling in 2012. Under his governance Russia has become increasingly corporatist whilst native Russian numbers have dwindled, he signed an Agenda 21 NATO agreement for civil unrest intervention in 2007, passed laws for identification and microchipping, is a billionaire oligarch, a spymaster, has been accused of murder and is a Royal Arch freemason.
So, yes, I think he probably would know.
..and I thought that was margaritas....DOH!.
NATO that says as long as it is not in my (USA's) backyard we can send everyones kids to die to enrich us further
Useless tweetings.
Antlers Phogg Rasmuttonhead is the NATO equivalent of Jen Psaki.
Baghdad Bob was more credible and convincing.
You would have to make Jen the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs to make him equivalent. He may be a useless toad but he is far more than a spokesman.
I am very concerned that he is making these statements apparently based on an article in the Guardian. Even that article didn't have a pic of what they claimed. 23 armored vehicles entering Ukraine, even if true, just doesn't seem like a really plausible scenario. The Russians would send a real force or none at all.
Oooh, 23 Humvees...yep, that's an "invasion" alright....it was probably a Russian mafia "quick sale" of stolen EQ to the You-Crain-i-aints for a Ruble wad....yes, that does sound disgusting...but this is war, remember...
Barking Dogs Never Bite
...and Farking Logs Never Light....don't think about it too much...just go with it....these aren't the droids you are looking for....
NATO is a big part of the problem.
NATO is just the puppet...the problem is the puppet master
SNAP, 1step! You hit the Reptilin nail right on the head! ...now, run! I see unmarked black choppers again...damn! Logging off....
And gold price is decreasing seconds before this announcement ??!!!
And lamestream still pushing "easing geopolitical concerns" headlines.
...yes cuz the 0.001% are going to buy up the shit on fire sale so that when this whole fuckhouse crumbles they will be ready for the new currency basket, whatever that may be.
Breedlove and Faulsflaggs will protect you.
Arming ISIS is for your own good.
No. Shit.
Like cheating on your wife, then telling her the marriage could be on the rocks..
"I promise I be good to you, baby...I just stuck the tip in."
but will they abort the demon child or allow it to spawn?
Patience grasshopper.
Hey! I got the goddam pebble right here in my hand...now answer the question!
the marriage could be on the rocks
For the literal scripture folks that means "stoning".
Milk out my nostrils....wet pants..."pooped a little"....funny
Fuck yeah! War with Russia! 'Murica!
If Vlad Putin has his way, it will be a long cold winter for the European NATO countries, as Gazprom turns on and off the gas line spigots that transit through the Ukraine. Not to worry, according to VP Joe Biden, his son Hunter Biden will have solve everything once his fracking wells go online in the Ukraine.
Vlad wants to sell gas, not warehouse it. Ukraine are the guys threatening the cut off.
At least we have an MH17 update. Is it not about time?
Let us not dredge up ancient history, it harshes the war mellow.
Typical Moriarity...
Good Message from a Russian Girl.
A bit kitchy , but the message is 100% correct :
The same powers that brought Europe to war with Russia & the West are the same powers again today.... & THE MEDIA is their evil device for brainwashing us.
Where would we be without all these 'useful' (that's a euphemism) orgs?
Which European nation will have balls to attack Russia through NATO? It is suiccide, no one left to stand side by side with US.
Which European nation will have balls to attack Russia through NATO?
Poland, on September 17 to celebrate 75th anniversary. /s
with Zbigniew Brezinski leading the charge on a 3-legged pig, sword in hand....its for our own good, your know [sigh]...
pretorian you are a disgrace to your name a traitor to your country an enema of nato and probably a new hitler given a family of innocent jewish folks for you to play with.
how dare you insult poland canada and austraiia.
poland alone has the will the men and women we even now have transgender and paedophiles in are grom army.
the russian is scared of are transgender rear action assault units.
tel aviv and poland shot down that terrorist malay passenger plane do you give poland or israerl credit for such heroic actions no you just mock us.
for your information we also produce very good friuts.
eat are food you scum
Poland for sure. Although I wouldn't call it balls, more terminally corrupt suicidal hubris.
Ohhh Look!
Somebody tweeted something Scaaaaaary!
He forgot to say NATO itself is in a much worse situation now too.
enough with all the warnings , get this war going so that the system can crash
No. Please don't. DO NOT WISH FOR WAR.
Putin is about to do ethnic cleansing of Ukraine, like Milosevich with former Yugoslavia.
If Putin is not stopped in Ukraine by crude force, he will continue over to Poland.
If somebody shows up at your home to rape and kill, you simply get a gun defend yourself.
That's how it works.
Better a small war now, than a large war later. Concept of the lesser evil
Bullshit. If Putin wanted Ukraine, he would have entered months ago when the preparation was not so readied by NATO. He has bigger fish to fry. He has played his hand well to an advancing West that hopes to Balkanize Russia. He is not there to "rape and kill" anyone. Seems quite the opposite. You are talking about a country that told its fighter pilot to down a commercial flight in hopes of stoking the flames of war (Ukraine). Get your facts right....
"Useless talkings"
Good call, IR! He wants the Unbrainian mongrels to stop humping his leg, and the NATO Hyenas out of his backyard...everyone here tell me how it would be if Russia destablized Canada and Mexico, then started funneling military EQ, advisors and missle systems (to keep Iran in check, of course) in a big wagon train circle around the US? Ok, go change your underwear now, and wake up...unlike Israel, Russia is truly defending itself....
Your information is bogus (propaganda spin), your conclusion is bogus (war is peace) and you are a myopic little twerp, wishing for our death.
Better a small war now, than a large war later.
This psychopathic trope has been deployed by warmongers since the beginning of time. Reality is that 'small wars' expand into big ones. Both World Wars were supposed to be 'over by Christmas'.
Go fuck yourself you jerk.
Fuck ekm.
Hope your "well" meant war comes to your home too.
Boy you are a cretin.
Seems your Ego and lust for blood and war is also bigger than your mind and soul - if there is any.
With that last comment you have truely shown your face.
And will be even less stable once they fuck the population over royal all in the name of punishing Russia.
"Heh......you don't mind getting your business shutdown, firing 1000 people and letting them starve etc in the name of the NWO world take over do you?"
Because of psychopaths like Foggy Rasmussen yes it is more dangerous. These types jerk off fantasizing about war killing people
Uh Oh....
Nother caption contest with the cell phone and note in front of the White House, only this time in front of government buildings in Brussels, London, Paris and Berlin...
Wait a minute?... Nobody has asked yet if ISIS is working for the Kremlin???
I'm sure President Lance Link and his entourage of "intelligence professionals" will be making that announcement here shortly leaving no stone unturned.
And why the hell wouldn't they try it after putting together something this lame!
Fog-of-war rasmussen is soon to out of a job.
NATO is an ineffective pile of has been nations.
RU, CN and any one that is not a member of this elite group of has beens knows it. run the numbers for yourself.
Most of the world is thumbing its nose at NATO.
hopefully for NATO it won't find it 'necessary' to move into UE.
PO, UK, DE, US and the other wanna-be rambos will not recover from the retribution.
More dangerous, less stable
Obviously then, to the rational person,
the continuation of NATO serves no beneficial function,
except to increase danger and promote instability,
and should be disbanded.
However, in a twisted logic, Rasmussen interprets
greater danger and instability as evidence NATO is working.
(for an intended, though hidden, purpose?)
However, in a twisted logic, Rasmussen interprets
greater danger and instability as evidence NATO is working.
After all for him and the 2 million + uniforms that work for it -it's a job, and the only one they will ever be able to stay gainfully employed working in.
nato says it so it real
they are friends
the fuzzy wozzies
the ruskies
and all the other evil doers wanna rape us
and eat are homestead super market foods
then want to laugh at us as we beg for mercy.
i think we should ask are nato what should we simple folks do
to help them.
they must have a plan after spendin 10os of billions of dollars of are monies.
i also think that nato should pay israel money to help us defeats these new threats.
if israel and nato wants us to move into ebolo fema camps for ares safety i say they must nose best.
Fuck NATO, the damn war mongers are angling for more funds to feed their fat sorry asses.
And how many members of NATO does NATO actually speak for? No one wants to ally with a failed state.
a failed state
USA baby. Numero uno!
All the better to skim from. And vig - let's not forget the vig.
what the word pre programming
tele graphing in tents what what
plantin der monsanto love seed
when the mossad gladio units do 2-6 or 8 operations all at once.
attach fingerprints of a joint putin and isis operation putin busted via anderson cooper exclusive
the zombies will be in the street screaming for biblical retribution.
what these salivating numbskulls will not nose is all of this caananite shit is talmudically written.
the rabbis believe saturn needs this blood juice needs the slaughter it is written not must be
it is so.
Unfortumately War is coming. I would say within the next 90 days. This war will be forced on the world by the Wall Street/Fed cartel
Those who hanker for war are oblivious to what the citizens of their countries want. They ( the so called leaders) are the puppets of the Wall Street/Fed cartel. The only possibility of averting it is if Germany joins Russia and others in Europe abandon Nato.
In war nearly 80% of the casualities are civilians, killed as they sleep or as they go about their work.
Obama is a vermin and only a puppet vermin at that.
I can't even find a story where this is relevant but...I admit that when I'm curious about which flavor of pablum the sheep are being fed, I go to CNN. In their listings of about 30 "top stories" there is not one mention of MH17. They spent 2.5 months yapping/speculating wildy about MH 370 which miraculously dissappeared, yet only about 2 weeks on a commercial 777 deliberately shot down with 290+ innocent civilians on board. How is it that the population doesn't call them on it? How is it that our "public servants" don't demand a full explanation. Every self-respecting country which lost a citizen on that flight should be demanding Cockpit Flight Recordings, Flight Data Recordings, and control tower conversations. It's not what they say that gives them away, but what they don't say.
TPTB don't really care about who did it now. MH17 has served its purpose - it helped get the sanctions going and demonise Putin.
"How is it that our "public servants" don't demand a full explanation. Every self-respecting country which lost a citizen on that flight should be demanding Cockpit Flight Recordings, Flight Data Recordings, and control tower conversations."...
Because they all sold out years ago and worship at the altar of the "seeing eye" above that piece of paper in the National Archives on vellum who's letters have all but disappeared into the ether (literally)!
Jul 28: The United Nations high commissioner for human rights said at a news conference in Geneva that the shooting down of MH-17 and the deaths of all 298 people on board were being investigated for possible war-crime charges. from http://touch.latimes.com/#section/-1/article/p2p-80926610/ Now some might think that is a bit strange, seen as the United Nations had already imposed sanctions based partly on the Russian involvement in downing the aircraft. Not prejudging the issue at all then?
The American and British MSM coverage of MH17 has been a "national disgrace" in both countries. TV News channels and print media.
After broadcasting wall-2-wall lies for 10 days pointing the finger of guilt at Putin/Russia - much of which from a succession of talking heads was blatantly venomous - when the truth begins to emerge that it was actually a criminal conspiracy carried out by the Western supported fascist junta in Kiev, almost certainly with Washington complicity and possible orchestration, they don't even have the common decency to broadcast the truth, let alone make any sort of apology for their earlier lies and allegations.
Knowing the truth explains why MSM has dropped the story and isn't asking the whereabouts of the MH17 black box data, which of course is being suppressed by the Cameron govt in Westminster because it will give the game away.
And you can bet that in a year's time onwards, whenever MH17 comes up in MSM debate, they'll repeat their lies that it was thought to have been done by Russia. This is how history gets written to suit the perps.
the horror of horrors
for Rasmussen
would be a world without NATO.
Will Europe ever be ready for that?
Europe is unstable .
See https://www.academia.edu/7064849/Belarus_Dominoes_
Rasmussen is lying through his teeth.
This is the man that said europe's anti-shale gas protest movement (strong and growing) is a FSB (KGB) asset.
So are you really REALLY going to take this serious? it's propaganda, and not worth the pixels on my screen.
As everyone can see, they've worked towards destabilisation by expanding NATO more and more, until they hit resistance.
They're a bunch of obsolete warmongers, and their organisation has taken control over political descisions which is nothing less than high treason.
Get rid of NATO and arrest the criminal oligarchs that run it.
Be Afraid! Be Very Afraid! Only NATO can save you! Trust NATO! Do not reduce NATO's budget, or you will be overrun by the red peril! Disregard those false flags and hopeless regional wars, they are only to protect you! Keep shopping! But Stay Afraid!
Frankly Europe......got find those Oligarchs waiting to put you all to war again, pull them out onto the streets and hang them all. Kill them, not each other.
Now NATO well knows Europe would be trashed again as in WW2 if they force Russia into a major war.
Europe will end up on the scrap heap again......no doubt the USA thinks it can pick over all the pieces and renew itself on the bodies of millions of Europeans as in WW2.
European leaders know their countries will be ruined and the enitire European economy destoryed in another major war.
THEY ALL KNOW THIS......yet they are willing to move down the path to trash their own countries? WELL the only way this could happen is if Oligarchs have their own people in leadership positions, people willing to kill their own people and countries to enhance the power of the Oligarch masters.
Just in case any of you had any doubts on who the real terrorists are.
I wonder how ol' "Roeffels" can explain this behavior to the rest of the World in declaring it an act of genorosity and humanity not allowing medical supplies and food to pass through the borders???!
Maybe this will help explain the Danish piece-of-shits behavior?... Don't expect him to use anything less that those up-chucked words verbatim when the death toll in Ukraine continues it's "escalation"...
What is dangerous for NATO is Europe. NATO will blow appart soon.
only reason why it is unstable is bcs of US foreign policy


text:
Lemme tell you about this great basement sushi joint. Or this reliable Vespa mechanic. What about that trendy, new bar with the easy-on-the-eyes staff? Or this charming dive of an Italian restaurant.
"Yeah, it's this great, little place in the Highlands."
As self-made Denver experts, how often do we say that sentence? In the last week alone? To a friend looking to buy a scooter. To another searching for authentic Chicago-style pizza. And to another asking about the right bar for a group gathering.
Of Denver's many vibrant neighborhoods, few have the posh, old-city appeal of the Highlands. With their bountiful restaurants, boutiques, bars and shops, the northwest Denver neighborhoods have grown into a commercial behemoth — and some of the most-desired places for young professionals to hang their purses after a long night of bar-hopping.
The Highlands are hot. Just ask your Realtor friend — or your pal thinking about opening up a bar in so-called LoHi. Highland and West Highland are some of the city's most walkable neighborhoods, with wide sidewalks along tree-lined streets and a fancy pedestrian bridge connecting them to downtown.
They're also one of the most challenging areas to navigate, depending on your point of view. The temporarily diagonal streets around Lola and the new Ale House. The meandering roads you take from downtown to Root Down. The satisfying collision of swift Speer Boulevard with sleepy West 32nd Avenue. It's as charming as it is disarming, what with the constant clash of ethnic residential communities and bulldozing commercial gentrification.
Most of all, the Highlands are known as neighborhoods of street corners — some bold and flashy, and others understated and quiet. But in honor of Saturday's Highlands Street Fair — a free, all-day festival on West 32nd Avenue between Irving and Perry streets — here's a short list of seven of our favorite corners.
1. West 32nd Avenue and Zuni Street
Signature business: Pasquini's Highlands, a flashy north Denver location of the venerable local pizzeria. (2400 W. 32nd Ave.)
Local aesthetic: Once a sleepy intersection, this crossroads is now hopping. The mixture of the old (dilapidated Geno's Liquor) and new (renovated Zio Romolo's Alley Bar, attached to Pasquini's) is likable, but something tells us it won't be long before this is one of the hottest corners in all of Denver.
Don't miss: The excellent Duo, a lovely and intimate fine-dining experience. (2413 W. 32nd Ave.)
2. West 36th Avenue and Tejon Street
Signature business: Lechuga's Italian Restaurant, an old-Denver staple with legendary cannolis called "Devils" and a back lounge straight out of "The Sopranos." (3609 Tejon St.)
Local aesthetic: Nestled amid this quiet residential block are a couple of hot spots for take-out — but don't overlook the 100-year-old red-brick Fire House No. 7 on the corner. Dubbed the Firehaus, the old structure is now a stylish hair salon. (3600 Tejon St.)
Don't miss: Tamales by La Casita's dining room has zero personality, but its food — namely its namesake dish — is among the best in town. (3561 Tejon St.)
Local aesthetic: This residential 'hood is anchored by Z Cuisine and its sister bar, Á Côte, but there's also a small video-production outfit cattycorner to the eateries. Notice the makeshift bike rack outside Z — along with the elaborate mural on the side of the building, anchored by a Parisian painted sign: Avenue des Naked City.
Don't miss: Absinthe is served traditionally at Á Côte. Enjoy, but beware.
4. West 29th Avenue and Xavier Street
Signature business: La Cocinita is an undeniably popular Mexican kitchen with a busy patio and a basic — and very, very affordable — menu. (4935 W. 29th Ave.)
Local aesthetic: There isn't much traffic on this stretch of West 29th Avenue, just east of Sheridan Boulevard. But the colorful La Cocinita is consistently busy, even though the food lacks imagination and the margaritas need a boost.
Don't miss: The truffles at Roberta's Chocolates, Candies & Nuts are the thing of legend in these here parts. Go on in for a taste. (4840 W. 29th Ave.)
5. West 32nd Avenue and Lowell Boulevard
Signature business: Mondo Vino, a classy Denver hooch shop with an enviable selection of beer, cider and, of course, wine.
Local aesthetic: This is the heart of Highlands Square — the intersection people think of when they think Highlands. Parking is always at a premium in this trendy enclave of food and shopping.
Don't miss: Few Highlands neighborhoods are more conducive to bar crawling. Enjoy a pint at Mead Street Station, move on to wine at Trattoria Stella and close out with margs at El Camino. And set aside two aspirin for the morning.
Local aesthetic: This busy commercial stretch might be plagued with strip malls, but damn if there aren't some treasures in those unsightly structures. It's also a solid launching point for a fun night — dinner at Tacos Jaliscos, bowling at Elitch Lanes and a stroll through the nearby art galleries and bars along Tennyson Street. (Jaliscos: 4309 W. 38th Ave.)
Don't miss: The stunning, restored Elitch Gardens Carousel Pavilion is a north Denver treasure — and it's wide- open to the public.
Local aesthetic: Set on a hilly block with the daunting, copper-roofed St. Patrick's Catholic Church looming above it, this corner is already abuzz with only one bustling restaurant. Look for more construction here soon.
Don't miss: Check out Kaze Gallery, which serves double duty as a gallery and a tattoo studio. Denver-based rock-poster artist John Vogl has an exhibit there opening tonight, with a reception from 8-11 p.m. The gallery's resident tattooists are Sandi Calistro and William Thidemann. (3245 Osage St.)
Ricardo Baca: 303-954-1394 or rbaca@ denverpost.com; @RVRB on Twitter
Highlands Street Fair
Saturday. Buy Dad a beer and a hot dog at the Highlands Street Fair. Now in its 28th year, the festival gathers local merchants and artisans to celebrate the Highland neighborhood. Shop among the vendor booths, and listen to three stages' worth of live music, or take a stroll through the classic-car show. Youngsters can hang out in the special Kid Zone. Start the day early — the first 300 families to visit the Kid Zone get a free goodie bag with a reusable lunchbox, coupons and more. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. West 32nd Avenue and Osceola Street. Free. highlands-square.com


text:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado • 82,000 miles
How do I remove the lens cover of the headlights to clean them?
November 24, 2012.
November 24, 2012.
You don't. That is a sealed capsule. You just replace the capsule.
Nov 24, 2012.
Nov 24, 2012.
I have a 1989 Honda Civic. It has motorized headlights that open and close The left headlight is stuck so that the hood won't open or close. The motor appears to have burned out ...
2 answers • 1989 Honda Accord
My 2002 buick century headlights go out as I am driving. Just the headlights go off. It happen once to me, but they came back on. It happen to my wife this past weekend, but they never ...
1 answer • 2002 Buick Century • 64,000 miles


text:
ATAC's Cece Williams, a junior at Chiles, placed second in the 500-yard freestyle at the U.S. Junior Nationals swimming championships.
- Filed Under
Chiles High junior Cece Williams placed second Thursday evening in the 500-yard freestyle at the U.S. Junior Nationals swimming championships held in Knoxville, Tenn.
Williams, competing for ATAC, was just 0.36 seconds out of first place and posted a time of 4:43.61 -- more than two seconds faster than her previous best.
Williams also placed 41st (out of 152 swimmers) in the 200 IM with a time of 2:04.31.
ATAC's Delaney Barnard, a junior at Chiles, placed 71st out of 137 swimmers in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 23.95 seconds.


text:
POSTED: 8:06 a.m. HST, Mar 3, 2012
LAST UPDATED: 6:43 p.m. HST, Mar 3, 2012
A motorcyclist who died Friday from injuries sustained in a crash earlier this week has been identified by medical examiners as Warren White Jr., 43, of Aiea.
Police said White was driving a blue 2001 Yamaha R-1 motorcycle that crashed into a black 2001 Volkswagen Golf Tuesday afternoon.
The car was trying to make a U-turn on Kaonohi Street into the path of the motorcycle about half a mile south of Iho Place at 5:32 p.m.
The motorcycle slammed into the front quarter panel of the passenger side of the car, police said. The impact caused White to be ejected from his motorcycle.
He was taken to the Queen's Medical Center in critical condition where he died about 11:30 a.m. Friday.
White was not wearing a helmet. Investigators believe speed may have been a factor in the crash. It was raining lightly when the crash happened.
White's death was 15th on Oahu's roads so far this year. There were nine at this date in 2011.
White was also the sixth motorcyclist killed in 2012. There were nine total in 2011.
3 people die in traffic accidents
Kapiolani Boulevard motorcycle crash kills Waimanalo man
Motorcyclist critically injured in Aiea crash
Police identify man killed in motorcycle crash
Japanese honeymooner killed in Kaaawa crash is identified
Motorcycle crash on H-1 freeway kills 51-year-old Aiea man
Motorcycle crash kills newlywed on honeymoon


text:
Welcome! We are Buffalo, NY's oldest and largest independently owned record store! With two locations, and over 30,000 square feet of new and previously owned CDs, DVDs, and VINYL LPs, we have something for everyone.
Main & Lafayatte
1800 Main Street, Buffalo NY
(716) 883-1355
University Plaza
3500 Main Street, Amherst NY
(716) 837-2090
Condition Matters.
Because we offer 100% guarantees on our used inventory, we must inspect the condition of any CD, DVD or LP trade. We cannot accept items with destroyed or missing artwork, or anything with visible surface scratches, regardless if they may "play fine." CD and DVD players are all different, and some may be more sensitive to surface marks than others.
You can bring in your stash at any time! There is always an expert here who can look at your items.
Collection too big to haul into the store? No problem! Call ROSE at 883-2555 and we can send someone out to your house!
Record Theatre reserves the right to buy only those items that are deemed acceptable for resale. Please note: We cannot quote you a price until the item is in our hands. Typically payment starts at .25/piece and goes up from there, depending on the condition and rarity of the piece. Please call us if you have any questions. 716-837-2090 or 716-883-1355.
> > See the FAQ regarding our Buyback Policy here.
Join Our E-mail List:


text:
Best value boast from upgraded city health club
Posted: April 02, 2014|
A DERBY health club has invested a six-figure sum on new equipment.
Choices, off Raynesway , has spent £100,000 on the latest kit from leading brand Matrix.
The move was designed both to improve the quantity and range of equipment and to increase the club's ability to offer high-level training programmes.
A state-of-the-art suite to provide sport-specific and agility training is also part of the refurbishment.
On top of the investment in equipment and the premises, the club has opened a beauty salon Mii Time and sports therapy operation SPST.
Choices director Garry Biddulph said: "We are really excited to bring this level of facility to Derby and can't wait to work with both our existing and any new members to really get the best out of this new kit.
"We believe we can say our club offers the best-value gym membership in Derby.
"And you can now have a great workout on our new equipment, enjoy a swim in the pool and chill out in the Jacuzzi, and follow it up with a relaxing massage. What could be better?"


text:
Motorola Mobility posted on their blog, explaining the steps they have taken before they can release any updates to devices for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
That includes things like getting the source code, merging with their existing frameworks, then there's bug testing, carrier certification, an initial pre-release to some folks in the real world, and then a final release to everyone.
They havent given us an expected time on when we might be getting the update on Motorola's devices, but the manufacturer did feel it apt to remind everyone that the Droid Razr, Xoom tablets and Droid Bionics will be getting the upgrade to ICS.
[via: Motorola]


text:
Adam LauricellaTattoo // Monday, August 13, 2012
Check out this cool little video profile on Adam Lauricella, tatooist and owner of Graceland Tattoos in Wappingers Falls, NY. Not only is Lauricella a super talented traditional tattoo artist, but the dude also rocks a killer post-Civil War beard.
Adam LauricellaTattoo // Thursday, July 12, 2012
'Graceland Tattoo opened on Valentines Day in 2003. Some would say prematurely. Opening your own shop just 2 years after you started tattooing is not necessarily the right way to do things; but it didn't seem like I had any other choice. There was no one willing to take me on. There wasn't as much work in tattooing like there is now... It was important to me to be able to keep tattooing. I opened the shop.' Adam Lauricella. Interview excerpt by Shane Cashman


text:
Political World tab by Bob Dylan, added: April 8th, 2009
Profile History
WARNING: You are trying to view content from Ultimate-Guitar.com in an unauthorized application, which is prohibited. Please use an official Ultimate Guitar Tabs application for iPhone, iPad or Android to access legitimate chords, guitar, bass, and drum tabs from Ultimate-Guitar.com database. Type "ultimate guitar tabs" in Apple App Store's or Android Market's search to find the application.
+ --------------------------------------------------------------------- + | Ultimate Guitar Tabs Archive - your #1 source for tabs! | | http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/ | | | | Over 800,000 guitar, guitar pro and bass tabs! Also lessons, news, | | columns and guitar forums! | + --------------------------------------------------------------------- +
Eh, this almost seems pointless to submit, but, in case you just can't figure out the one chord Dylan plays, here it is. Artist: Bob Dylan Album: Oh Mercy Year: 1989 NOTE: I did not tab this. The rights go to Eyolf Østrem. ----------------------------------------------------------- F#m : . . . : . . . : . . . ||-----------------|-------2---------|------------------|| ||*----------------|*----------------|-----------------*|| ||-------------2-4-|-----------------|-------------2-4--|| 3 times ||-----------------|-----------------|------------------|| ||*----------------|*----------------|-----------------*|| ||-----------------|-----------------|------------------|| : . . . : . . . : . . . : . . . |-------5-4---2---|-----------------|------------|----------------|---- |-----------------|-5---4---2-------|------------|----------------|---- |(4)--------------|-------------4-2-|------------|-------454---2--|---- etc. |-----------------|-----------------|-4----------|----------------|-4-- |-----------------|-----------------|------------|----------------|---- |-----------------|-----------------|------------|----------------|---- F#m We live in a political world Love don't have any place We're living in times Where men commit crimes And crime don't have any face. We live in a political world Icicles hanging down Wedding bells ring And angels sing Clouds cover up the ground. We live in a political world Wisdom is thrown in jail It rots in a cell Is misguided as hell Leaving no one to pick up a trail. We live in a political world Where mercy walks the plank Life is in mirrors Death disappears Up the steps into the nearest bank. We live in a political world Where courage is a thing of the past Houses are haunted Children unwanted The next day could be your last. We live in a political world The one we can see and feel But there's no one to check It's all a stacked deck We all know for sure that it's real. We live in a political world In the cities of lonesome fear Little by little You turn in the middle But you're never sure why you're here. We live in a political world Under the microscope You can travel anywhere And hang yourself there You always got more than enough rope. We live in a political world Turning and trashing about As soon as you're awake You're trained to take What looks like the easy way out. We live in a political world Where peace is not welcome at all It's turned away from the door To wonder some more Or put up against the wall. We live in a political world Everything is hers and his Climb into the frame And shout God's name But you're never sure what it is.


text:
SF Chefs is San Francisco's premier food, wine and spirits festival. Set on San Francisco's legendary Union Square and at venues throughout the city, the festival offers numerous opportunities to mingle with master chefs, mixologists, winemakers, brewers and other culinary superstars!
Wines of Chile has taken a leading role this year as a Platinum Sponsor and host of the industry party July 29, 2013 at Club 72, America's Cup Park, Pier 27/29. This premier venue is the epicenter of the exciting America's Cup races this summer and will surely garner a lot of attention as our party venue. Over 250 key industry professionals will attend our industry party, don't miss out on the chance to showcase your wines to these wine and food stars.
The main tasting tent is set at Union Square, where you will embark on an exploration of taste from August 2 through August 4. Each day approximately 1200 attendees visit the tent to sample wine, beer, spirits, and food from local restaurants. Wines of Chile will host a table during each day of the tasting and will be sampling, educating and promoting our wines during the Grand Tasting event. Master Sommelier and WoC Educator Fred Dexheimer will also be leading a seminar on Chilean wine during the festival. 4 wineries will have a change to promote their wines with Fred during his class.
SF Chefs is produced by the Golden Gate Restaurant Association (GGRA). The GGRA is a non-profit trade association founded in 1936 to promote, extend and protect the interests of the broader restaurant industry, and to serve their members in the San Francisco Bay Area.


text:
Key, Mediatrade combine buying power
In the latest sign that Italian independent distributors are becoming a force to be reckoned with on the international buying scene, ambitious young Rome-based independent Key Films has partnered with the Berlusconi-owned Fininvest group to acquire films.
Continue reading – simply subscribe below
It takes just two minutes and you'll immediately gain full access to ScreenDaily.com, PLUS Screen International magazine delivered to your door.
Screen International Subscribers:
If you are a Screen International subscriber please sign in with your email address and click submit:
Not a Screen International subscriber?
Sign up today for immediate and complete access to ScreenDaily.com and Screen International magazine for as little as £19.95 a month!
Find out more about all the benefits of a subscription to Screen International.


text:
Readercon: -See more on Events INSIDER
event website
Johnny's Summary
Here's a convention for the more hard core cons for science fiction and fantasy readers. It's expensive ($70), but attracts top writers. - , Burlington Marriott, Burlington, MA.
Full Description
Readercon is the only convention ever to be honored by a World Fantasy Award Nomination (Special Award, Non-Professional, 2010) for its organizers.Want to reach Johnny Monsarrat?
Readercon is an annual conference or convention devoted to ""imaginative literature"" literary science fiction, fantasy, horror, and the unclassifiable works often called ""slipstream.""
A typical Readercon features over 150 writers, editors, publishers, and critics, attracting prominent figures from across the U.S., and from Canada, the U.K., and occasionally even Australia and Japan. They are joined by some 600 of their most passionate and articulate readers for a long weekend of intense conversation.
Readercon 23
July 12-15, 2012
Burlington Marriott, Burlington, Massachusetts.
Guests of Honor:
Peter Straub & Caitln R. Kiernan
Memorial Guest of Honor:
Shirley Jackson
At-door registration is $70.
Our Thursday evening program is free and open to the public.
Send mail to email@example.com for answers.
About Readercon
Although Readercon is modeled on ""science fiction conventions,"" there is no art show, no costumes, no gaming, and almost no media. Instead, Readercon features a near-total focus on the written word.
In many years the list of Readercon guests rivals or surpasses that of the Worldcon in quality. Readercon is the only small convention regularly attended by such giants of imaginative literature as Gene Wolfe, Samuel R. Delany, John Crowley, Barry N. Malzberg, Kit Reed, and Jonathan Lethem.
The program consists of two tracks each of panel discussions, author readings, and solo talks or discussion groups, plus kaffeeklatsches (intimate gatherings with an author) and autograph signings. The program also currently features the presentation of two major genre awards: The Cordwainer Smith Rediscovery Award for a neglected author and the Shirley Jackson Awards for dark fantasy and psychological suspense.
There is a large Bookshop full of new, used, and rare and collectible books and magazines (and yet more great conversation; if a Readercon attendee is not at a program item, they're probably here).
There's more. We publish a Souvenir Book whose pages of content rival a Worldcon's in number, and a separate, comprehensive Program Guide. There is a hospitality suite well-stocked with munchies; and, yes, there are parties. And Readercon is proud to host a number of charitable efforts.


text:
How to Talk About Suicide on Father's Day
This Father's Day, as with every Father's Day, Facebook is going to become a cascade of carefully chosen, lovingly captioned dad photos. Many will be painted over with the static of age. A "dad bod" joke or two will worm its way in. And several posts will inevitably be dedicated to those dads that have passed, who… »


text:
RE: Propriety of a full-time master-in-equity to accept, with the permission of the county administrator, appointments as special referee for a county that has no master-in-equity.
A full-time master-in-equity has requested an opinion as to the propriety of serving, with the consent of the master's county administrator, as a special referee in a county that does not have a master. The master would be appointed by order of the circuit court or clerk of court pursuant to Rule 53(b), SCRCP and be personally compensated pursuant to Rule 53(d), SCRCP.
A full time master-in-equity, with the consent of the county administrator, may accept appointments as special referee.
In Opinion No. 19-2000, this Committee addressed an inquiry as to the propriety of a master- in-equity practicing law and/or accepting appointments as a special referee. That opinion stated that the South Carolina Code of Judicial Conduct prohibits a judge from practicing law and concluded full-time officers of the unified judicial system, including magistrates and masters-in-equity, could not practice of law or accept appointments as special referee. That opinion contained no other details or discussion.
The inquiring master notes that in the present inquiry, the county administrator has approved the master's occasional service as a special referee for a county that has no master-in-equity. Rule 53, SCRCP defines both master and special referee. While a master is defined "the master-in-equity for the county[,]" a special referee is defined as "a member of the South Carolina Bar to whom a matter has been referred under S.C. Code Ann. § 14-11-60. Section 14-11-60 states:
In case of a vacancy in the office of master-in-equity or in case of the disqualification or disability of the master-in-equity from interest or any other reason for which cause can be shown the presiding circuit court judge, upon agreement of the parties, may appoint a special referee in any case who as to the case has all the powers of a master-in-equity. The special referee must be compensated by the parties involved in the action.
As that section clearly states, a special referee "has all the powers of a master-in-equity." It is the opinion of this Committee that service as a special referee when appointed by the presiding circuit court judge is more akin to the master's judicial duties than the practice of law. Thus, a full-time master may (with the consent of the county in which the master serves) accept appointments of a presiding circuit judge to serve as a special referee in a county that has no master-in-equity.
May 29, 2012