text:
Save a bunch of cash.
Refurb Netgear Wireless-G router save $30
Posted: 2618 days, 7 hours ago
TigerDirect.com is offering the refurbished Netgear Wireless-G router (model no. WGR614) for $16.97, even after the standard shipping fee of $7.99 this is still the lowest total price we have seen on this router by $4. Sales tax applies for residents of FL, IL, TX, and NC.
Detailed Product Information
The Netgear Wireless-G router provides wireless network speeds of up to 54 Mbps for faster web surfing, large file downloads, video conferencing, high quality digital movie streaming, MP3 music and photo sharing and online game play. Built-in firewall keeps the network safe while parental controls keep offensive content at bay. It is backed by a one month warranty on parts and labor. Dimensions: (H) 1.1" x (W) 6.9" x (D) 4.7" ; weight 9.7lbs.


text:
- SCU Home Page
- About SCU
- Admission
- Academics
- On Campus
- News & Info
- Alumni
University Press Releases
Santa Clara University Law School symposium examines Supreme Court's tilt toward business.
Friday, Jan. 16, 2009
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 16--- Has the Supreme Court of the United States abandoned its historical role of protecting the economically powerless, and instead pursued an agenda that protects the most economically powerful?
Are large punitive damages an endangered species at the nation's highest court?
How many more ways will federal rules pre-empt state autonomy over products liability law?
These questions and others are the subject of an all-day Santa Clara University Law School symposium Friday, Jan. 23, entitled "Big Business and the Roberts Court: Constitutional Developments and Explaining the Court's Receptiveness to Business Interests."
The symposium will provide a forum for dialogue, debate, and analysis of the various constitutional issues and explanations for what some have called the Court's extreme friendliness to American business interests.
Speakers at the day-long event will include noted Supreme Court experts such as:
Events are being held in the Williman Room of the Benson Memorial Center from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. More information can be found at: http://law.scu.edu/news/pr/santa-clara-law-review-presents-annual-symposium-on-january-23rd.cfm
About Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University, a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located 40 miles south of San Francisco in California's Silicon Valley, offers its 8,685 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master's and law degrees and engineering Ph.D.s. Distinguished nationally by one of the highest graduation rates among all U.S. master's universities, California's oldest operating higher-education institution demonstrates faith-inspired values of ethics and social justice. For more information, see www.scu.edu.
Media contact:
Deborah Lohse | SCU Media Relations | firstname.lastname@example.com | (408) 554-5121
Posted by darora
Tags: SCOTUS

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Embrace eternity.
Dr. Liara T'soni
Garrus Vakarian
Kaidan Alenko
Specialist Traynor
Dianna Allers
By the Goddess, yes.
If you romance Diana Allers I will personally cut you. Dat ho is naaaaaaaaasty, she looks like she's been round the block a few times and a bit more. :u. Try romancing Mordin in ME2. I was DETERMINED to fuck that smart hottie but nawwww I got friendzoned. Friendzoned by a Salarian :c It was funny though, many lols.
ON A SRS NOTE. Garrus' romancing options in ME3 are pretty damn good, the best one in ME3 for femshep imo. Lots of cutesy moments, makes it a believeable relationship. His goodbye speech had me bawling like a child. My Garrbby :ccc <3333
If it makes any difference to you all, I purchased the Citadel DLC and I'm going to end up using MEHEM.
I'm King of the Boy Scouts I can only do Paragon
You can't be a boyscout because some of those romance options are gay.
Do you like big boobs? Dragons? Ninja? Martial arts? Wizards? Then click here and make all your wildest dreams come true!!
Shit you're right. Dammit, Cortez, dammit Traynor, dammit Liara... Now I can't be a boy scout anymore. Oh well I only made it to second class scout lol. Though, technically aren't they all gay? The ones where my character goes with a female, my character is gay, and the ones where I sex up men are also gay because I'm a man. So the whole game can't possibly be straight unless I played as Mark Meer/Mark Vanderloo.
I never fuck any of them 'cause Shep got more important shit to do.
Renegade lady shep all day every day.


text: You knew this was going to happen sooner or later: Nintendo has announced four new colors for the Nintendo DS. Well, it's technically three new colors, since we already knew about the blue one from that Pepsi promotion they're doing, but whatever, the official deal is that on March 24th they're rolling out the DS in black and white, and then on April 21st they're introducing it in blue and pink. At least in Japan, that is. We're not sure whether or not they're planning to start selling these over here at the same time, but here's a hint: March 24th is the day Sony launches the PlayStation Portable in North America.


text:
EU to legislate for greener carsComment on this story
The European Commission is set to propose tighter carbon-emissions standards for new EU cars, according to a draft proposal that is likely to divide the auto industry.
The proposal, expected to be made public in July, would make binding a 2020 goal to lower carbon dioxide emissions to an average of 95g/km.
So far it is only a provisional, non-binding goal and compares with an existing, binding target of 130g/km.
Some industry representatives have said tougher binding standards would be extremely challenging.
Others have said they are achievable and would help to make the 27-country European Union's struggling car industry more competitive as international rivals catch up with environmental standards.
The draft says: "This regulation sets a target of 95g/km as average emission for the new car fleet."
Fines for non-compliance would be kept at existing levels of €95 (R990) for every gram over target per vehicle.
The draft also proposes setting long-term CO2 standards for new passenger cars for 2025 and 2030 by December 31, 2014 at the latest, if such further targets are then deemed appropriate.
As part of its efforts to tackle greenhouse gas emissions, the EU in 2009 adopted rules that require carmakers to cut average car emissions to 130g/km of CO2 by 2015.
Carmakers are on course to meet that.
Road transport is one of the few sectors with rapidly rising emissions. Between 1990 and 2008, emissions from the sector increased by 26 percent, according to figures from the Commission, the bloc's executive arm.
An impact assessment on the proposed new law says a roughly 25 percent reduction in car and van fuel consumption would save an estimated €25 billion euros (R260 billion) a year.
It also says estimated fuel savings from implementing the 2020 target would more than compensate for the expected cost of compliance.
For the average driver, fuel savings of about €500 (R5200) a year would stem from the 95-gram target in 2020, based on a driving distance of 20 000km a year and a fuel cost of €1.4 (R14.60) a litre.
The Commission proposal, once made public, will have to go through a long EU legislative process before it can take effect.
The Commission refuses to comment on proposals before they are officially made public.
Consumer groups and environmental campaigners are keen for tighter standards and some want the Commission to be more daring.
Greg Archer, programme manager at the T&E transport campaign group, said: "Tighter CO2 standards mean spending less at the pump - but drivers have been short-changed. The EU can and must go further by tightening the 2020 target to 80g/km and introducing a target for 2025."
Some in the car industry have called for more flexibility on environmental standards to help ease costs for a sector struggling with overcapacity, an economic downturn and tough competition from beyond Europe.
Cars 21, a policy group that gathers ministers from EU member states, auto executives, EU commissioners and trade union representatives, met on Wednesday and adopted a report on its vision to revive the industry.
Sergio Marchionne, president of the car industry association ACEA and CEO of Fiat, said it was essential to implement the findings of the report and particularly to ensure a level playing field in terms of international trade.
The industry says that following an EU free-trade agreement with South Korea that began to take effect in July 2011, 150 000 more South Korean cars were on European roads.
Marchionne said trade negotiations with Japan had been discussed at Wednesday's Cats 21 meeting.
"It's an issue that is first and foremost on our minds," he said. "We need to be very careful before we open ourselves up to any other exposure when the economic underpinning is as weak as it is." - Reuters
Motoring newsletter - click here to keep up to speed with the best in motoring
Comment Guidelines
- Please read our comment guidelines.
- Login and register, if you haven' t already.
- Write your comment in the block below and click (Post As)
- Has a comment offended you? Hover your mouse over the comment and wait until a small triangle appears on the right-hand side. Click triangle () and select "Flag as inappropriate". Our moderators will take action if need be.
- Verified email addresses: All users on Independent Media news sites are now required to have a verified email address before being allowed to comment on articles. You are only required to verify your email address once to have full access to commenting on articles. For more information please read our comment guidelines


text:
Use Bosch's KBD-Rack Mounting Kit for Intuikey Series Keyboards to install your KBD-Universal, KBD-Digital, or KBD-MUX security controllers in a standard 19.0" (48.26 cm) rack. Mount your keyboard flat in a horizontal rack or in a vertical rack using an adjustable angle for ergonomic access. The KBD-Rack occupies five rack spaces.
Install your keyboard flush with the rack or tilt it by hand for easier control and viewing when mounted vertically. The KBD-Rack offers a flexibile angle for comfortable everyday use.
KBD-Universal, KBD-Digital, KBD-MUX
The Bosch KBD-Universal is a full featured keyboard designed for use with all Allegiant switchers, Divar digital recorders and System4 multiplexers. This keyboard has the advantage over the KBD-Digital model keyboard of being able to control an Allegiant switcher plus a Divar recorder or System4 multiplexer at the same time, eliminating the need for multiple keyboards. The keyboard connects to a system using the supplied 10 ft. cable carrying both control signals and power. Optional keyboard extension kits are available to extend distances up to 100 ft. (LTC 8558) or up to 5000 ft. (LTC8557). The keyboard is built of a rugged splash-proof design and incorporates various features for ease of setup and operation. These include Soft Keys, backlit-keys with an easy-to-read display, and a user-friendly OSD offering programming in several languages. An optional rack kit is available for mounting in a standard 19" rack.
A single KBD-Universal can be used to control two systems at the same time, for example an Allegiant switcher plus a DVR or System4 multiplexer. The keyboard can also be used in an ADIM system configuration to integrate a digital video recorder with an Allegiant switcher.
The keyboard features a built-in joystick, enabling precise control of major camera functions including pan/tilt, zoom, manual focus, open/close, iris, start/stop, random scanning as well as control of any auxiliary devices attached to the camera.
The keyboard supports both the standard Allegiant RS-485 and the Allegiant RS-232 control protocols. RS-232 control allows an operator to access the keyboard from a remote IP network location.
Bosch designed this unit so that even a new operator will have it up and running in a short time. One of the major plug and play features is an IntuiKey soft key function which offers a menu-driven approach for programming and accessing frequently used screen displays and camera settings. These allow an operator to quickly program and operate even a large system without having to memorize complex system commands. The IntuiKey can also operate in a Terminal mode using a special RS-232 protocol, allowing third-party integrators and internal developers to use the IntuiKey as a customizable user interface.
Enter your email for a chance to WIN $100 Amex Gift Card.
Please Enter Your Email Address
*One entry per household please


text:
Murder of Emmett Till
George Mason University professor Suzanne Smith talked about the Emmett Till case, including details of his murder, the investigation and… read more
George Mason University professor Suzanne Smith talked about the Emmett Till case, including details of his murder, the investigation and trial, race relations in Mississippi in the 1950s and Till's funeral which included an open casket so the damage done to him could be seen and photographed.
Emmett Till was a 14-year-old African American boy from Chicago who in the summer of 1955 was visiting family in Mississippi. A few days after an incident at a local grocery store, Till was kidnapped from his relatives' home and murdered. close
People in this video
- Suzanne E. Smith Associate Professor George Mason University->History and Art History Department
Hosting Organization
Related Video
Black Power Movement in the 1960s
Professor Howard Brick of University of Michigan talked about the Black Power Movement in the 1960s. While the Civil…
Satchel Paige, Negro Leagues Baseball, and Civil Rights
Professor Donald Spivey talked about the legacy of pitcher Satchel Paige and Negro Leagues baseball. Satchel Paige…
Motivations of Civil War Soldiers
Christopher Hamner talked about the factors that motivated Union and Confederate soldiers during different periods of…
Mormons in 19th Century America
George Mason University religious studies professor and author John Turner talked about how the Book of Mormon compares…


text:
New Faculty Information
Welcome to Florida Atlantic University. Here are some links to important information.
The Division of Academic Affairs is the nucleus of the University, with responsibility for all academic programs, personnel, budgets and support units, including the colleges, libraries, undergraduate studies, lifelong learning, eLearning, and the partner campuses.
As a faculty member at FAU, you are entitled to a special season ticket discount to FAU Athletics events. FAU Athletics is comprised of 18 intercollegiate teams involving 450 student athletes that compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and volleyball. Cheer and Dance are also part of the athletic department family and represent the University annually in competition and within the community. You can take advantage of any special season ticket discount through payroll deduction. For more information on the special discount, please call the Athletic Ticket Office at 7-0579.
Business Services offers many services to the University community that includes: Copy Services, Campus Copy, the OWL CARD Program, Mail Services, Pack-N-Post, Central Receiving, FAU Bookstores, Employee Purchases with Office Depot & Staples, Palm Tran Bus Passes, and banking services with BB&T Bank. Stacy Volnick, Director, 297-0143, email@example.com.
As a result of the President's task force on eLearning, the Center for eLearning (CeL) was established in April 2011 to provide central support and accountability foreLearning. The Assistant Provost for eLearning directs the Center's work. The Center for eLearning launched a 16 week program that is offered every semester. In order to support faculty and increase access to and enrollment in eLearning, the Center for eLearning requests faculty proposals for eLearning course development and delivery. For more information, visit http://www.fau.edu/cel/faculty/cel1001.php.
The Parking Services Division of the Florida Atlantic University Police Services Department provides equitable and quality service to the university community. Our services include providing for efficient and service-oriented sales of campus parking decals, safe and well-maintained campus parking facilities, and parking enforcement that promotes voluntary compliance with university parking regulations.
The Florida Atlantic University Office of Marketing and Creative Services and the Office of Media Relations are responsible for disseminating information and messages to internal and external audiences. By collaborating with all areas of the University community, FAU can more effectively promote its messages to the FAU family and the community at large.
Contact: 561-297-1352 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
The United Faculty of Florida (UFF) is the organization for higher education faculty and professionals in Florida . With chapters in eleven state-supported universities, ten community colleges, two independent universities, and three graduate assistant organizations, the UFF is one of the largest higher education unions in the nation.
At the state and national levels, the UFF and its affiliates present a unified voice of support for higher education at the highest echelons. At the chapter level, we ensure that the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the UFF and FAU's Board of Trustees is followed and enforced. We arbitrate disputes and grievances that may arise between a faculty member and the administration. We negotiate for wages and working conditions that are conducive to the professional development of faculty and other professionals. We consult with the FAU President and Board of Trustees to make them aware of issues of concern. And, of course, we have numerous social functions to increase fellowship within the FAU community. Membership is voluntary (Florida is a "Right to Work" state), but all in the bargaining unit benefit from the hard work of the union leadership and the involvement of the union rank and file. The 1% of salary that is taken in dues is more than compensated for by wage increases that the UFF negotiates. Without a large base of support, the UFF cannot achieve its goal of improving faculty conditions at FAU, so we urge all faculty to join the UFF as early in their career as possible.
The FAU University Faculty Senate is a representative governance body for faculty. It is concerned with matters of general university educational policy including curriculum, academic calendar and schedule, admissions, registration, and degree programs. It may also consider and provide advice to the University President and others on university-wide issues of general faculty concern.
The University Libraries house millions of items including books, periodicals, government documents, microforms, maps, media and other materials -- a rich academic collection supporting the curriculum of the University. In addition to traditional formats, the Libraries also provide an exceptional offering of electronic resources including access to several hundred databases. On the various campuses, the Libraries offer group study rooms, study carrels, computer labs, disabled user facilities, and an audiovisual media department. For more information contact Dr. William Miller, Dean of Libraries, email@example.com
The University Ombudsman works to solve problems, to allay frustration, and to advise those requesting help, either before or after existing processes are used.
Office of Information Technology
The mission of the Division of Office of Information Technology (OIT) is to plan for and provide high quality information technology resources in support of research and teaching across all campuses, and to facilitate the efficient execution of administrative and public service functions of the University. In addition to providing FAU vital general computing and telecommunications services, OIT serves as a consultant and coordinator for more specific information technology activities and projects carried on by the various University colleges, departments, administrative offices, and research groups. The Principle contact person for OIT is Jason Ball, CIO. He can be reached at 561-297-3440 or email@example.com.
The Graduate College is responsible for promoting quality graduate education at Florida Atlantic University. It serves as the central point of contact for recruiting prospective students, marketing graduate programs, and coordinating the admissions process for both international and domestic graduate students. The college supports currently enrolled students throughout their time at the university. These activities include, but are not limited to: conducting teaching assistantship training, hosting new student orientation, facilitating graduate student workshops for professional development, awarding fellowships, ensuring compliance with the university's thesis and dissertation guidelines, certifying all degree requirements are met for graduation, and awarding graduate degrees.
Equal Opportunity Programs is responsible for overseeing university compliance with state and federal regulations.
Undergraduate Studies' mission is to assure that Florida Atlantic University provides baccalaureate degree programs which are of the highest academic quality irrespective of their location or method of delivery within the distributed campus structure of FAU.
Phi Kappa Phi is an international, interdisciplinary honor society that recognizes academic excellence in students and faculty.
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Analysis provides accurate, relevant, and timely information for use by the university community and external constituencies.
The mission of the Office of Students with Disabilities at FAU is to support students with disabilities in their pursuit of equity and excellence in education. The Office for Students with Disabilities works with FAU faculty and staff to ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided to allow this population of students an equal opportunity to learn in the classroom setting, and to have access to all areas around the FAU campus.
The Division of Research at FAU was established to support faculty, student and staff research and sponsored program funding efforts. The mission of the Division of Research is to expand and support the University's academic and research programs by promoting the research, scholarly, creative and collaborative activities of faculty and students; encouraging national and international partnerships for workforce development and commercialization of research endeavors; enhancing the research infrastructure of the University to support the community in an ever-changing world; and providing an environment for timely production of graduate degrees through an educational experience of national and international excellence.


text:
November 25, 2015
An 18-year veteran of the Hayward police department is facing prison time after admitting to having oral sex with two boys.
Forty-one-year-old Jeff Cristofani will register as a sex offender after pleading no contest to two counts of oral copulation with a minor.
The plea means he could be sentenced to more than two years in prison.
Cristofani acknowledged he had oral sex with two boys -- one in December 2001 and another in April 1997.
In exchange for his plea prosecutors dropped three other charges.
Prosecutors alleged that Cristofani also threatened a 17-year-old boy against telling anyone about what happened.
The sex crimes came to light after one of the victims agreed to secretly record a meeting with Cristofani.
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:
CHICAGO -- With the Bears in desperate need of a starting safety heading into Thursday night's NFL draft and the top two safeties available, they selected cornerback Kyle Fuller out of Virginia Tech.
With Chicago expecting the obscure from Bears general manager Phil Emery in the first round, he went conventional. With many Bears fans hoping for a splash, they got a ripple.
Was boring better? Only time can judge fairly, but the Bears welcomed a player considered capable of contributing Week 1 to a revamped defense.
This wasn't a sexy pick. This was a safe, smart one. This was Emery answering the eternal question that asks what an NFL team does when it weighs a roster need against the highest-rated player on its board.
The highest-rated player wins every time. This time it was Fuller, whose football pedigree should ease his transition into Halas Hall and could add a dash of intrigue to a division rivalry. Fuller's brother, Corey, is a wide receiver for the Lions.
"It's an example of taking a player we really liked," Emery said.
At least it's not another example of a player Emery wants to teach a new position in the NFL. Wisely, Emery immediately ruled out converting Fuller to safety -- an idea he floated last week about cornerbacks with Fuller's size and skills.
"He is a corner," Emery said, and a football city sighed with relief.
In March, Emery re-signed cornerback Charles Tillman to a one-year contract. Two months later, he drafted his heir apparent.
At 5-foot-11 and 190 pounds, Fuller possesses the ideal skill set for the position Tillman played better than anybody in Bears history. In a less flattering comparison to Tillman, Fuller also will arrive with injury concerns after missing the final six games and the Senior Bowl with a sports hernia. Asked about any lingering concerns, Emery answered that "he had a good medical grade."
"I'm 100 percent healed and ready to go," Fuller added.
He will not go immediately into the starting lineup, not with Tillman and Tim Jennings established as Pro Bowl-caliber cornerbacks. But essentially Fuller qualifies as a 12th starter if he proves he can play the nickel position as well as Emery believes he can. Emery sounded impressed by the versatility Fuller showed in covering North Carolina tight end Eric Ebron, whom the Lions picked 10th, as capably as he defended quicker receivers in the slot.
In an evolving league in which tight ends run like wide receivers, a nickel back's job description stretches well beyond "playing the slot." Additionally, one of the first things Emery mentioned was Fuller's ability to play special teams, which the Bears value.
"I plan on coming in and help rebuild the defense," Fuller said.
The Bears used Isaiah Frey as the extra defensive back in the slot on passing downs last season after Kelvin Hayden was lost for the season, but neither Frey nor Hayden should stand in the way of a first-round draft pick. No defense as bad as the Bears' was drafts a player 14th overall to watch.
If Fuller shows he lacks the necessary skills to play the nickel role, then this quickly will become a pick worth questioning. How Fuller adapts to playing inside could be what determines whether his selection falls closer to Shea McClellin (bust in the making) or Kyle Long (Pro Bowler in progress) when judging Emery's first-round picks. How well Fuller's career stacks up to safeties Calvin Pryor (18th, Jets) and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (21st, Packers) will be a measurement used to evaluate Emery too.
As the draft unfolded, things fell in such a way that the Bears nearly got a chance to draft Pittsburgh defensive tackle Aaron Donald, taken by the Rams at No. 13. That was a smaller surprise than Donald still being on the board after teams passed on him -- especially Lovie Smith's Buccaneers.
Surely resisting every urge to draft a defensive player, Smith instead selected Texas A&M wide receiver Mike Evans. That gave the Bucs two 6-5 wide receivers: Evans and Vincent Jackson, the equivalent of the Bears' duo of Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery. Somewhere, Bucs quarterback Josh McCown said amen.
With three offensive tackles gone among the first 11 picks and the Jaguars stunning the league by selecting quarterback Blake Bortles at No. 3, the Bears saw so many defensive players fall that Emery said he had the choice of three of his six targets.
Choosing Fuller won't make screaming headlines but, quietly, should help the Bears defense make progress -- and that was a primary goal of this pick.


text:
Judith leiber
Photo Gallery
Judith leiber
Use a Facebook account to add a comment, subject to Facebook's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Your Facebook name, photo & other personal information you make public on Facebook will appear with your comment, and may be used on Oscar's media platforms. Learn more.


text:
In this SCORE Classic segment of Busty Dildo Lovers, Londa Eve pistons the living daylights out of herself with a huge dildo mashing in and out of her pussy and a buttplug wedged in her ass. It's a very impressive masturbatory work-out. A Texan dancing in New Orleans, Londa contacted SCORE about posing after seeing a copy of the magazine. She has a nice butt and shapely legs too. With her creamy white skin and Anglo-Saxon features, Londa has a facial resemblance to the great Welch wonderwoman Lorna Morgan. Their boobs are completely different, of course. Londa was a very good model and really liked to spread her snatch and butthole wide for the camera. It took no urging to get her to go wide. No tight end, Londa.
See More of Londa Eve at SCOREVIDEOS.COM!
Tags: Anglo, boobs, butt, butthole, buttplug, camera, Classic, copy, course, dancing, Dildo, dildo lovers, end, huge dildo, living daylights, Londa, londa eve, lorna morgan, Lovers, magazine, masturbatory, model, new orleans, nice butt, pistons, pussy, resemblance, Saxon, SCORE, SCOREVideos, segment, shapely legs, skin, Texan, tight end, wonderwoman


text:
Fibrotic lung disorders, either idiopathic, or associated with a specific etiology or a specific condition such as scleroderma, are increasingly recognized. As a whole they constitute a group of diseases characterized by the progressive destruction of the lung which ultimately leads to chronic respiratory failure and death. Improving the prognosis of these disorders requires the identification of drugs capable of inhibiting partially or totally the progression of lung fibrosis, and perhaps of reversing established fibrosis. This has been the focus of huge efforts from academic groups and pharma companies, and more than 20 different molecules are being investigated in clinical trials in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) a well defined and relatively frequent fibrotic lung disease of unknown etiology. However, until now, only one drug has been approved for lung fibrosis treatment. This drug, pirfenidone, has been shown to slow the decline of lung function in IPF, but no drug has demonstrated effects on survival in patients with lung fibrosis [1]. The effort must be prolonged and intensified.
Beside IPF, scleroderma-associated lung fibrosis is a well recognized fibrotic disorder. With pulmonary hypertension, lung fibrosis is now the main cause of death of patients with scleroderma [2]. The nature and pathophysiology of lung fibrosis in IPF and scleroderma are different. For instance, scleroderma affects mainly women, whereas IPF predominates in men; usual interstitial pneumonia is the pathological pattern of IPF, whereas non specific interstitial pneumonia is the main pattern in patients with scleroderma; the MUC5B promotor polymorphism is associated with IPF whereas it is not observed in patients with IPF [3]; IPF is rapidly progressive disorder as compared with the slowly moving scleroderma-associated lung fibrosis [2].
Fibrotic lung diseases are characterized by the pathological accumulation of fibroblasts, which are thought to be the main source of the extracellular matrix proteins which are accumulating in the fibrotic areas. The origin of fibroblasts is a matter of discussion, and the respective role of 1) circulating precursors, of 2) epithelial, mesothelial or endothelial to mesenchymal transition, and the role of 3) local mesenchymal precursors has been suggested [4,5]. However, it has been shown that fibroblasts isolated from fibrotic lung have abnormal properties as compared with fibroblasts isolated from normal lung. For instance, fibroblasts have an increased capacity to produce extracellular matrix proteins such as collagen or fibronectin, a relative resistance to apoptosis, an increased capacity to secrete reactive oxygen species, and a reduced capacity to secrete anti-fibrotic molecules such as prostaglandin E2, fibroblast growth factor 7 or hepatocyte growth factor [5-7]. These profibrotic properties are maintained in vitro and have been linked at least in part to epigenetic changes such as increased DNA methylation or deacetylation, or abnormal micro-RNA network [8,9]. Targeting lung fibroblasts to treat lung fibrotic disorders might be a clue to the future. Therefore, evaluating lung fibroblasts to identify new fibrotic pathways carries important perspectives. In that way, Gisela Lindhal and colleagues recently compared the mRNA microarray profile of lung fibroblasts isolated from patients with IPF, systemic sclerosis, or controls [10]. They discovered the suppression of a group of interferon-stimulated genes, which was observed both in scleroderma fibroblasts and IPF fibroblasts. This observation, if confirmed by other groups, is very interesting, as it identifies a pathway that could be pharmacologically modulated. Many obstacles however do exist before this can reach the clinic. First, on the basis of blood and skin studies, scleroderma is currently considered to be an interferon-driven disease [11]. Why this could be different in lung fibroblasts from scleroderma-associated interstitial lung disease is difficult to understand now and will require specific studies. Second, sub-cutaneous interferon-gamma has been evaluated in the past in a randomized controlled multicentre trial in patients with scleroderma [12]. Tolerance was acceptable and there was a trend toward an improvement of skin sclerosis scores [12]. We also know from recent trials that systemic administration of interferon-beta [13] or interferon-gamma [14] does not influence the decline of lung function in patients with IPF. However some groups have suggested giving interferon through inhalation in order to increase the concentration in the lung and to somewhat reduce the systemic availability of the molecule [15]. Ten patients with IPF were prospectively treated with inhaled interferon-gamma for 80 weeks. The drug appeared to be safe [15]. Whether inhaled interferon-gamma could be useful in the long term in patients with IPF or scleroderma-associated interstitial lung disease deserves a rigorously evaluation in specific trials.
The results of Lindahl and colleagues point to an unexpected similarity of the microarray of IPF and scleroderma lung fibroblasts [10]. Although interesting, these results need to be confirmed as the number of IPF samples studied was small. However, such a similarity suggest that a drug targeting lung fibroblasts might work both in IPF and in scleroderma-associated lung fibrosis, and perhaps also in other fibrotic disorders.
Further studies are clearly needed, but this study illustrates the potential of modern screening methods to identify unexpected pathways in diseases [16].
Noble PW, Albera C, Bradford WZ, Costabel U, Glassberg MK, Kardatzke D, et al.: Pirfenidone in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (CAPACITY): two randomised trials.
Lancet 2011, 377(9779):1760-1769.
Epub 2011/05/17PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Fischer A, du Bois R: Interstitial lung disease in connective tissue disorders.
Lancet 2012, 380(9842):689-698.
Epub 2012/08/21PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Peljto AL, Steele MP, Fingerlin TE, Hinchcliff ME, Murphy E, Podlusky S, et al.: The pulmonary fibrosis-associated MUC5B promoter polymorphism does not influence the development of interstitial pneumonia in systemic sclerosis.
Chest 2012.
Epub 2012/05/12
Andersson-Sjoland A, Nihlberg K, Eriksson L, Bjermer L, Westergren-Thorsson G: Fibrocytes and the tissue niche in lung repair.
Respir Res 2011, 12:76.
Epub 2011/06/11PubMed Abstract | BioMed Central Full Text | PubMed Central Full Text
Noble PW, Barkauskas CE, Jiang D: Pulmonary fibrosis: patterns and perpetrators.
J Clin Invest 2012, 122(8):2756-62.
Epub 2012/08/02PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text | PubMed Central Full Text
Marchand-Adam S, Fabre A, Mailleux AA, Marchal J, Quesnel C, Kataoka H, et al.: Defect of pro-hepatocyte growth factor activation by fibroblasts in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Am J Respir Crit Care Med 2006, 174(1):58-66.
Epub 2006/04/01PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
King TE Jr, Pardo A, Selman M: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Lancet 2011, 378(9807):1949-61.
Epub 2011/07/02PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Robinson CM, Neary R, Levendale A, Watson CJ, Baugh JA: Hypoxia-induced DNA hypermethylation in human pulmonary fibroblasts is associated with Thy-1 promoter methylation and the development of a pro-fibrotic phenotype.
Respir Res 2012, 13:74.
Epub 2012/09/04PubMed Abstract | BioMed Central Full Text | PubMed Central Full Text
Pandit KV, Milosevic J, Kaminski N: MicroRNAs in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Translational Res J Lab Clin Med 2011, 157(4):191-9.
Epub 2011/03/23Publisher Full Text
Lindahl GE, Stock CJW, Shi-We X, Leoni-Garcia P, Sestini PS, Howat S, et al.: Microarray profile reveals suppressed interferon stimulated gene program in fibroblasts from scleroderma-associated interstitial lung disease.
Respir Res 2013.
in press
Higgs BW, Liu Z, White B, Zhu W, White WI, Morehouse C, et al.: Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, myositis, rheumatoid arthritis and scleroderma share activation of a common type I interferon pathway.
Ann Rheum Dis 2011, 70(11):2029-36.
Epub 2011/08/02PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Grassegger A, Schuler G, Hessenberger G, Walder-Hantich B, Jabkowski J, MacHeiner W, et al.: Interferon-gamma in the treatment of systemic sclerosis: a randomized controlled multicentre trial.
Br J Dermatol 1998, 139:639-48. PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Raghu G, Bozic CR, Brown K, Lynch DA, Center D, Aguayo SM, et al.: Feasibility of a trial of interferon-beta1A in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
King TE Jr, Albera C, Bradford WZ, Costabel U, Hormel P, Lancaster L, et al.: Effect of interferon gamma-1b on survival in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (INSPIRE): a multicentre, randomised, placebo-controlled trial.
Lancet 2009, 374(9685):222-8.
Epub 2009/07/03PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Diaz KT, Skaria S, Harris K, Solomita M, Lau S, Bauer K, et al.: Delivery and safety of inhaled interferon-gamma in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
J Aerosol Med Pulm Drug Deliv 2012, 25(2):79-87.
Epub 2012/03/01PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text
Soon WW, Hariharan M, Snyder MP: High-throughput sequencing for biology and medicine.
Mol Syst Biol 2013, 9:640.
Epub 2013/01/24PubMed Abstract | Publisher Full Text | PubMed Central Full Text


text:
Around Town
Get started with Cappex to compare the Kirkwood Community College weather with your hometown!Create an account now!
Played Bingo during activity hourRead More
plenty of outside activities to doRead More
The Rec center is a great place to go for exercise. They have a tennis court, basketball hoops, weights, treadmills, and many other exercise systems that is free to students. There are always student groups that are putting on an exhibit.Read More
There are always things on and off campus to do. You don't have to look very far to find something to do. Bulletin boards and posters are everywhere letting you know whats coming up.Read More
They have many shows throughout the year on campus. If you are an active person, there is usually something to do.Read More
Kirkwood arranges events for students to enjoy, like movie nights, fairs, and plays.Read More
Cedar Rapids is a great place to be. The people there are nice. You have several movie theatres, swanky nice restaurants, lovely clothing stores and book stores. And of course, it isn't a far drive from Iowa City- which has a great downtown, or Coralville- which has a great mall.Read More
Cedar Rapids is a boring town, however, the Hotel at Kirkwood Center is very interesting. The restaurant is run by the students and is delicious and cheap.Read More
there's sports and clubs not to mention the performing arts. I participate in FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes which is a bit deceiving as most of us are not athletes. I'm also involved with the plays and Choir. for people who don't act but love theater there's tech work. Kirkwood also host fun activities once in a while like Bingo and movie night,Read More
Kirkwood has a select few clubs, not many options. Not a whole lot to do at Kirkwood.Read More


text:
- SCU Home Page
- About SCU
- Admission
- Academics
- On Campus
- News & Info
- Alumni
Software Tips & Tricks
Training for PC Backup, Windows 7, Office 2010, and GroupWise 8
Our fall quarter class schedule is now posted. We have many classes that are especially helpful for those of you getting new computers. Sign up for any of our sessions on:
Posted by Technology Training
Tags: Excel, GroupWise and email, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word


text:
- Filed Under
"They still do the Hokey-Pokey at the skating rink in Warrington.''
That is how our Troy Moon started his April 29 story about the Landmark Skate and Fun Center. It was a story that brought back so many memories for so many people, of skating, of Warrington, of what it was like to be a preteen and face the social melting pot of roller skating, of being a parent and hoping your kid fits in, sipping on Coke and munching popcorn while realizing, for the first time, your child no longer thinks you're the coolest thing.
"You are suddenly not cool,'' she told Golson (the manager) as the King of Pop's "P.Y.T.'' blared through the rink's speakers. Golson just shrugged. He might have the title of manager, but he knows the rink is really run by preteen girls.
Troy's skating story was part of a series of feature stories we published under the heading of "Westside stories'' last summer. We wanted to be able to focus a bit on Pensacola's West Side, and since Troy not only grew up there, he lives there still. The West Side was, and remains, a true storyteller's paradise: a bit gritty, a bit edgy, a bit proud and unpretentious, which describes both the neighbor and its storyteller.
This is how Troy introduced the series:
"I've spent much of my life in Warrington, played ball at the now-gone Warrington ballpark off Gulf Beach Highway ... spent much of my life waiting in traffic at the old Bayou Chico draw bridge. I don't miss it. The rest of Warrington, I love.''
Last week, Troy was awarded a third-place in the annual Best of Gannett journalism competition in the Feature Writing category. It is a highly competitive category, judged by newspaper readers and journalists not employed by Gannett, the parent of the PNJ.
That Troy can write circles around most folks is well-known. Less known is why. You see, Troy finds the story's nuance when and where others simply can't. To many, a skating rink story is about skating. To Troy, it's about growing up, regardless of age.
Soon, the music ends and the announcement comes for Couples' Skate. Y
oung boys pour off the rink like it suddenly became the Cootie Factory .
.. the rink fills with preteen and teenage girls, skating hand-in-hand to the syrupy Savage Garden chestnut, "Truly, madly, deeply.''
Couples' skate!
Who has not felt, upon hearing that call, a deep-in-the-gut apprehension as a 12-year-old? As a 36-year-old, for their child? As a 61-year-old, for their grandchild? It's our first bogeyman, and it hangs with us.
Here's what the judges had to say about Troy's work:
"Telling what appears to be a simple tale of teens and preteens having fun, experiencing their first couple skates, and gleefully doing the Hokey-Pokey dance around the roller rink, Moon reminds of the universality that flows through all communities."
That's something you cannot teach a writer. That comes from the soul.
Congratulations, Troy Moon.
Want to read Troy's story? Visit me on Facebook where I have the link, facebook.com/schneiderpnj. I'm also on Twitter, editorpnj.


text:
Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) a Federal Statute governing the placement of Indian Children who are in any out of home placement.
Adobe Reader, or equivalent, is required to view PDF files. Click the "Get Adobe Reader" image to get a free download of the reader from Adobe.
Are you sure you would like to leave?
You are currently running an old version of IE, please upgrade for better performance.


text:
80% Pure New Wool
15% Polypropylene 5% Tuftbond
15% Polypropylene 5% Tuftbond
4 & 5m Wide
12 Colours
40oz: Extra Heavy Domestic Use
50oz: Extra Heavy Domestic - Medium Contract Use
50oz: Extra Heavy Domestic - Medium Contract Use
Approx Retail Price - 40oz: £25 sq.m.
50oz: £29 sq.m.
50oz: £29 sq.m.
Choose up to 3 FREE samples, Simply click on a sample to add to your samples basket. NB: Only 3 samples per postal address
[IMAGE] Heather Classics - Popular Heather wool twist carpet, suitable for living room carpets and throughout the home
Wool twist
40oz & 50oz WOOL TWIST PILE


text:
About Us
Slugger City Bully Buddies, Inc. strives to bring peace to all bully breed types of dogs through education, advocacy, and awareness.
Our mission is to focus on educating the public about bully breeds, advocating for bully breeds by fighting abuse, neglect,breed discrimination,
and dog fighting, promoting rescue and adoption, raising awareness, and offering free programs for bully breeds.
We work hard to educate the community.
Bullies are energetic, athletic, eager to please, intelligent, and very strong. They need a lot of exercise, attention, and a job!
We also promote spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, city licenses, and enrollment in obedience/training classes and/or some kind of activity such as weight pulling.
Periodically we offer free educational classes for everyone, and free obedience/CGC classes for bully breed owners.
We raise awareness about pit bulls and other bully breeds. They are not vicious breeds of dog, they will not turn on you, their jaws do not "lock," and they adore people – especially children!Â
These are all common misconceptions that people fall for and that is what we are working to change.
We'll show you that pit bulls make great family pets, therapy dogs, SAR dogs, athletes, or just cuddle bugs!
We are advocates. These dogs do not have a voice of their own and have a lot going against them.
Slugger City Bully Buddies wants to change the perception of all bully breed types of dogs. With the help and support of the community, we hope to get there soon!
We are NOT a rescue.
If you have a bully that you need to re-home we may be able to help with social networking provided your dog is spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations and heartworm tested.
We recommend to require a home inspection, adoption contract and re-homing fee during your re-homing process.


text:
X Burlesque: Hit Vegas Burlesque Show at Bugsy's Cabaret
* Additional fees apply. No coupon or promo codes necessary to enjoy the displayed discount price.
The last date listed for X Burlesque was Saturday August 24, 2013 / 10:00pm.
Currently at Bugsy's Cabaret
Comedian-Juggler Jeff Civillico Entertains & Amazes on the Strip at Bugsy's Cabaret
- Full Price:
- $49.95 - $69.95
- Our Price:
- $34.95 - $39.95
Jeff Civillico combines physical comedy, insane stunts and amazing juggling with witty audience… More
Venue Details
Reviews & Ratings
Featured review from Dina E.
view more less of this review
The girls are really beautiful and great dancers!!!! The best part of it for me is that the girls were all natural and not over-enhanced by plastic surgery. Hooray!!!! That's much more appealing, to me at least. Some of the routines were pretty cheesy, but that's to be expected, eh????
star this review starred report as inappropriate
Don't bother. I have nothing against the girls, they were talented, but the show in and of itself was terrible. It was not sexy nor fun. There was no cohesion and only 2 or 3 songs out of the show took any talent. There is a comic relief with...continued
star this review starred report as inappropriate
great show, loved it and enjoyed it. will go to it again.
star this review starred report as inappropriate
The show was great, however it is not for the timid. It is VERY sexual. I would say it was a more modern burlesque, rather than traditional. Pudgy was a great entertainer as well- very funny and great voice.
About the Ticket Supplier: Stabile Productions
For over 25 years, Stabile Productions has been dedicated to constantly producing the work their clients require to place them at the top of their market while building a foundation for future success. Their network of productions include X Burlesque, Men of X, and X Burlesque University.


text:
Recent Posts
Coconut Oil & Health Benefits
Coconut Oil – What Makes It So Special
Unlike many saturated (and unsaturated) fats, coconut oil is predominantly made of medium chain triglycerides (MCT). The molecules in fats can be classified as being either medium, short or long chain triglycerides. Most fats, including vegetable oils we are familiar with (including olive oil), are actually long chain fatty acids. Long chain fatty acids take longer to be digested than do medium and short chain fatty acids. They have to be first broken down by enzymes and only then are they absorbed through the intestinal wall. Then they're "packaged into lipoproteins and released into the bloodstream … As they circulate in the bloodstream they supply the fat that collects in fat cells and the fat that collects in artery walls." (B Fife interview coconut-connections.com)
Medium chain triglycerides are, on the other hand, digested very easily. Early on in the digestion process, they are broken down into free fatty acids, without needing the assistance of pancreatic enzymes. This is one of the features that make them so beneficial for people with poor digestion and malabsorption problems, and is why they are used in hospital formulas. They then diffuse into hepatic portal vein and go straight to the liver. The liver doesn't store them, it releases them to be used as energy.
"they bypass the lipoprotein stage, and they don't circulate in the bloodstream to the degree that other fats do. Consequently, they do not supply the fat that collects in fat cells or the fat that collects in artery walls. They produce energy not body fat and not arterial plaque." (B Fife interview coconut-connections.com)
Coconut Oil & Health – Lauric Acid
Lauric acid is the main constituent in coconut oil, comprising about 47%. It is one of the main fats in breast milk, and coconuts are one of the few dietary sources we have of lauric acid. Lauric acid is metabolized into monolaurin in the small intestines. Monolaurin is able to inactivate fungi like candida, bacteria like Listeria, Streptococcus, and Staphylococcus, and viruses like herpes, influenza, measles, cytomegalovirus, and even AIDS. Not only has science produced results that validate these properties according to Dr. Stephen Byrne and others, but there is much anecdotal evidence from people who have used coconut oil for such conditions and found it to be of benefit. Lauric acid is also effective against acne.
Lauric acid is not the only biologically active constituent responsible for coconut oil health benefits. It also contains Caprylic acid (8%), which is an anti-microbial and anti-fungal that has been used as a candida remedy for many years. And capric acid (7%), which is also effective against chlamydia, herpes simplex 2, and HIV-1.
Coconut oil also has an anti-inflammatory effect, and virgin coconut oil has antioxidant compounds (Phenols).
Coconut Oil & Health – Cholesterol
Studies on people with high cholesterol show that using unrefined coconut oil improved their HDL to LDL ratio. It increased the amount of HDL, whilst reducing the LDL, and in general in these groups, lowering total cholesterol. In those people with low cholesterol, their total cholesterol levels increased slightly, and in particular, their HDL levels increased. The increase still left them in the 'ideal' range below 180. (Mary G. Enig)
HDL cholesterol is considered the 'good' cholesterol, and LDL the 'bad'. In people with high cholesterol, their HDL to LDL ratio is often poor.
Coconut Oil & Health – Weight Loss
Many people have reported losing weight after incorporating coconut oil in their diet. Coconut oil generally makes you feel fuller, reduces your cravings for carbs and sweets, and increases energy levels. I can certainly testify to all of that. I had a terrible sweet tooth, and my cravings have nearly gone.
The results of a number of studies are summarized below:
- Medium-chain triglycerides, which coconut oil is mostly composed of, "suppress fat deposition through enhanced thermogenesis and fat oxidation in animal and human subjects." (www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19931617) Thermogenesis from the diet is defined as: "a portion of dietary calories in excess of those required for immediate energy requirements are converted to heat rather than stored as fat." (http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/thermogenesis)
Thus, coconut oil facilitates the use of heat production to burn excess calories rather than store them as fat. A problem with thermogenesis has been identified as being a possible contributing factor in people who are overweight, so a product like coconut oil that increases thermogenesis could be beneficial.
- A study on women who had abdominal obesity showed that supplementing the diet with coconut oil "does not cause dyslipidemia and seems to promote a reduction in abdominal obesity." (www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19437058) Dyslipidemia is where you either have too much lipids or lipoproteins in the blood, or not enough. Usually, in Western societies, it's a case of too much. It's a fancy way of saying coconut oil id not cause abnormal cholesterol levels, or other abnormal blood lipid problems.
- A human study quoted at coconut diet looked at the effect on metabolism of meals that contained medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), and long-chain triglycerides (LCT). The metabolic rate of participants was measured before a 400 calorie meal, and 6 hours afterwards. "The results showed that the MCT-containing meals caused an average 12 percent increase in basal metabolic rate as compared with a 4 percent increase with the LCT-containing meal. The authors concluded that replacing dietary fats with MCTs could "over long periods of time produce weight loss even in the absence of reduced [caloric] intake.
It's important to mention that not everyone who has used coconut oil has lost weight, with some needing to eliminate all polyunsaturated fat from their diet. Some have even put on weight, though not much. Coconut oil appears to increase muscle mass whilst reducing body fat in some people. So, some have said they have put on a few pounds but their clothes started to fit better.
"Here is what one weight lifter, known as MG in the Coconut Diet Forums, reports:
Last year I was measured at 10.5% body fat. Last month, I hiked up my consumption [of Virgin Coconut Oil] from 4 tbsp /day to 6 tbsp/day. At the same time, I limited my carb intake at dinnertime. In a few weeks time, my body weight increased by about 4lbs. but body fat decreased to 9.6% – I did not change my workout intensity or frequency. My trainer is wondering what the heck am I taking (chest and thigh measurements increased). It blows 'em away when I say that I take Virgin Coconut Oil straight up. MG"
Dose may be important, and other compounding factors, in people who were overweight who did not lose weight taking coconut oil. But it has certainly helped many people, and shown results in studies.
Coconut Oil & Health – Improved Thyroid Function
Many of the positive effects of coconut oil on weight loss come about due to its beneficial effect on the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is intimately involved in metabolism, energy, and temperature regulation, amongst other things.
There are some in the medical profession who dispute a link between the thyroid gland and coconut oil. There was a discussion on about.com dismissing it, and also a rebuttal of that doctor's position by Bruce Fife, who has done extensive research into coconut oil.
In a nutshell, Bruce writes:
"As I stated previously, coconut oil by itself is not a thyroid cure. But when used as part of a thyroid-enhancing program is can be invaluable in improving some forms of hypothyroidism and even bring about complete recovery."
You can read more about coconut oil and the thyroid gland here. It contains testimonials from many people who have found it has helped their thyroid condition. Dr. Ken Woliner, in the article referenced above, is disparaging of testimonials from a medical point of view, citing them as 'unreliable'. However, much of herbal and traditional medicine developed from feedback by people using things and reporting their effects, rather than scientific studies. And these testimonials were unsolicited, provided by people in a forum. I personally find them powerful, though it is up to the individual the position they take on the matter. Certainly, if you have a problem with your thyroid and are interested in natural ways to support thyroid function, then coconut oil may well be worth trying. Ultimately though, each individual has to see or feel where they sit on the spectrum of thought surrounding coconut oil, health, and the thyroid.
Coconut Oil & Health – Skin
Coconut oil and its derivatives have demonstrated a positive effect in scientific studies against acne bacteria, and Staphylococcus aureus in atopic dermatitis. It has traditionally been used as a beauty aid and moisturizer, and people taking it in their diet have described how their skin becomes very soft.
Coconut oil has also been used topically for ringworm, athlete's foot, and plantar warts. People have reported wounds and burns healing much faster after applying it topically. An important note regarding burns – never apply any fats to the burn whilst there is still heat in the skin. Fats hold temperature very well, and if you apply any fat, including coconut oil, to a fresh burn it will make it worse. It can only be used after the burn has cooled completely.
I've found it's great for cat scratches, helping them heal much faster, and making them nearly painless even when touched after a couple of hours.
Coconut Oil & Health – Diabetes
Many people have reported that taking coconut oil has helped them with their diabetes. It helps some people by having a direct effect on blood sugar levels, with others it helps reduce the cravings that can raise blood sugar. According to the coconut research center, it helps improve insulin secretion, and use of blood sugar.
In a study on the effect of different diets on rats, it was found that coconut oil reversed the toxic and diabetogenic effect of alloxan, which was a consequence of the low fat diet given to the rats. And in high fat diets of olive oil and butter that caused similar toxic effects of alloxan, those fed a high fat coconut oil duet did not suffer from those effects at all.
Coconut Oil & Health – Alzheimers
Dr Mary Newport used coconut oil for her husband, Steve, who has alzheimer's, with very positive results. You can read her account here. They also now have a website here. There are also some testimonials from people who have tried this for their loved ones with alzheimers here.
Coconut Oil & Health – Dental & Bone Health
Coconut oil's antibacterial effect helps maintain dental health. It also increases the absorption of calcium and magnesium, which is good for both strong teeth and bones.
There are reports of many other health benefits associated with taking coconut oil daily, including improvements in chronic fatigue, crohns, irritable bowel, even eliminating tapeworms and other parasites. I have not seen any studies done with these yet, but certainly, there is anecdotal evidence. There are many more success stories of people who have used it for a wide variety of ailments, and to improve health, here.
Typically, people take 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day, 1 with every meal. Some people take more, some less. The recommended oil is virgin, unrefined coconut oil – it is naturally trans fat free, and has been used in many of the studies showing a benefit in taking coconut oil. You can add coconut oil to smoothies, use it in cooking, salads, or even freeze or refrigerate it and take it straight in the mouth.
ZetaClear Vs Other OTC Toenail Fungus Treatments
These days scores of us are battling, typically alone, from a point of undesirable nail fungus, a hard to clean issue recognizing no limitations and having an effect on people today spanning various ages in all of the areas of life. Even though toenail fungus is pretty not cancerous with regards to its effects on our wellbeing, it could be quite upsetting not forgetting uncomfortable if unattended. Certainly the sooner fingernail fungus infection is handled the previous signs or symptoms will likely be absolved, which is why we're all definitely trying to find a risk-free way to reduce the issue immediately.
But, trying to make good sense of all of the distinct treatments and products available with labels like Fungi Cure, Remarkable Toes and fingers, and ZetaClear is actually as annoying as the ailment on its own, so how will you know which selection will be the greatest course of action available for you?
Which Nail Fungus Treatment method Really Work?
There are many (Non-prescription) treatments for circumstances for instance toenail fungus are becoming more popular for some several causes, together with the 1st getting the great disappointment coming from the number of home made remedies used by curing fungus infection. Natural home remedies, although seemingly easy and cheap in the beginning, are completely worthless, time intensive, and inevitably high-priced.
Zeta clear is an like product or service marketed in the direction of individuals with nail fungus infection that says it will manage to crush bacterias liable for microbial infection with a blend of 100 % natural ingredients. But, so how exactly does it compare contrary to the shelving full of other items boasting that as well?
Looking at Over the Counter Toenail Fungus Remedies
As happens with most goods, some are normally safer plus more helpful than the others, let alone the changes in selling price. So, when it comes to obtaining an OTC claw infection treatment method it doesn't result in negative effects yet still be a success at clearing away chlamydia it can be in your greatest interest to research all of your options completely.
You Can Forget, and OPI Fungi Repair were discovered to be unproductive for nail infection nearly 50 percent of that time period with a variety of them producing side effects like sensitive skin tone responses. Also, the cost of the goods are not practically as affordable as people in the marketplace just like Funginix and Zeta Distinct dependant on equally very first cost as well as the large period of time the goods is needed before any improvements emerged.
Candida Rx is yet another topical strategy to toenail fungus and while it is usually risk-free and cause no unwanted effects this minor Non-prescription merchandise isn pretty potent or good at fighting fungus.
The ZetaClear Nail Fungus Cure
The ZetaClear toenail fungus treatment is a rather unique two component technique that ought to be placed straight away to the damaged toenails plus a holistic bottle of spray implemented orally beneath the tongue when it comes to stirring the entire body very own disease fighting capability. This potent mixture of natural and organic and naturopathic, antifungal materials as well as almond, clove, lemongrass, and jojoba oil herbal oils has proved a proven relation to the bacteria to blame for feet candida.
The testimonies from shoppers concerning this Over-the-counter nail fungus cure results are fairly extraordinary like the many records of things to look for. Well being Invest in, they of Zeta clear, now offers a 90-day income-back promise to their prospects.
Regardless of what Non-prescription toenail fungus therapy you ultimately choose whether it's Zetaclear as well as other from the brand names, what's important to consider is not that all around the counter nail fungus therapy backpacks are created likewise. Do make time to investigate your entire choices totally although studying every product prior to making your final choice. While using the right product, tolerance, determination, and pursuing the instructions thoroughly, you'll be able to acquire the fight against yeast at last and relish the benefits of having healthy fingernails or toenails and foot.
Dermatend – Is It Really Safe And Natural?
Every once in a while, a new product comes on the market that seems to meet the needs of so many people that it is amazing it has not appeared before. When you read a Dermatend review, you will see that this product has really been able to help thousands of people all around the world to get rid of various skin imperfections and to regain their confidence. If you have a mole, skin tag, or other skin imperfection on your face or body and you want to get rid of it without having to go to the doctor, then Dermatend is your best solution.
What Is Dermatend?
This is a safe and natural topical treatment that is used on moles, skin tags, and other imperfections and begins to work immediately to eliminate them. This product has been proven to work, is doctor recommended, and even comes with a 60 day money back guarantee, so you know that it is both safe and effective.
How Does This Really Work?
Dermatend contains a variety of natural ingredients that are proven to penetrate the skin and kill off the blood source that keeps skin tags and moles thriving. In order to use this, you simply prepare the blemish by lightly scratching it, apply Dermatend and wait a few minutes. After it has completely dried, gently wash it off and then you are done.
In most cases, Dermatend seems to work right away and you will notice a change in your mole or skin tag. It should dry up and become crusty or scab, and then it will essentially fall off on its own. One of the things that makes this product so unique and certainly much better than clinical procedures is that you will not be left with a scar. Especially if you use Dermatend healing balm afterwards, your skin will be smooth, with no sign of the previous imperfection.
Even though Dermatend is safe for both moles and skin tags, if you have already noticed unexplained changes in your moles, then it is worth having this checked out by a dermatologist before using Dermatend. However, this product has been proven to be extremely safe and effective and actually works better than clinical procedures.
What Are People Saying About in the Dermatend Reviews?
When you read the reviews for this product, perhaps the first thing you will notice is that it has a tendency to work extremely quickly and without any pain at all. This is a big change from traditional methods of mole removal.
"I am still amazed at how quickly this work. I feel as if Dermatend has completely changed my life."
-Sal, NJ (testimony from company website)
"I really thought that surgery was the only option I had. Now, I don't have to worry anymore about that terrible mole."
-Stacy, GA (testimony from company website)
In addition to this being a completely painless product, it works very quickly, often within just a few days, which is much quicker than surgical methods. The fact that it does not leave a scar behind also makes it a much better method, too.
"After reading a Dermatend review, I thought I might as well give this a try. I still can't believe how easy this has been."
-Mario, TX (testimony from company website)
Where Can You Get The Best Price?
In order to make sure that you get the highest quality product and to also get the best price, you should purchase Dermatend directly from the official website. When you do, you will also get a 60 day money back guarantee on your purchase. Right now, the best deal is available when you purchase two tubes of extra strength Dermatend Ultra and you will get a free gift of a jar of Dermatend Healing Balm. This product will enable you to remove up to 30 moles and skin tags at a price of less than three dollars each.
Is Dermatend Right for You?
There is no reason for you to continue dealing with an unwanted mole, skin tag, or other skin imperfection any longer then you need to. Especially if you are dealing with one on your face or another visible part of your body, it is important that you get rid of it so that you can feel more confidence in your appearance. The fact that Dermatend works so quickly and can be used in the privacy of your own home makes it certainly worth a try for most people.
In most instances, Dermatend works from the very first time you use it, and within days you could be finally free from the mole or skin tag that has been making you feel self-conscious for many years.
Garcinia Cambogia For Weight Loss
Supplements available on the market but Garcinia cambogia select for weight loss Choose is a such product which not just can help you remain healthy and slim but additionally handles body functions. Studies concentrating on the active compound in Garcinia, HCA, show outcomes of both a decrease in appetite, and effective weight loss. Searching in the more technical aspect, the traces of HCA really re-route carbohydrates consumed in to the body away from being converted into body fat. The carbohydrates are rather sent into glycogen formation and saved within muscles and also the liver like a easily available energy source which could also send signals the mind showing the is full. The general effect as being a curbed appetite.
There is lots of debate concerning the Garcinia Cambogia powder versus. pill forms and that is best suited for weight loss. Regrettably, one size doesn't fit all within this scenario. Everyone's body, work habits and agendas are very different. To be able to answer this effectively, you will find a couple of factors to consider.
With this particular information being published, many people with weight loss are testing out the merchandise and becoming preferred results. Garcinia cambogia is really a plant indigenous to Indonesia and for hundreds of years, the occupants have used the extract from the fruit rind in medications. It is because the extract consists of lots of medicinal qualities. Earlier, the goodness from the plant was known simply to residents. However with experiments carried out by researchers and scientists, now the simple truth is known. You will find many good advantages of choosing this fruit. To begin with, you won't are afflicted by any negative unwanted effects if you are using this weight loss medicine. Next, this prescription medication is work that those who have used this medicine have forfeit additional weight without following any special diets or exercise.
Garcinia pills is only going to assist with weight loss when it's taken before foods no matter the dosage. It's the latest diet product to consider within the weight loss market. It's the among the recent findings in the realm of weight loss. It is among the recent weight loss programs claiming to avoid body fat creation and suppress appetite. Garcinia cambogia for weight loss continues to be analyzed like a weight-loss aid for greater than fifteen years.
The 2nd consideration would be that the powder has really been proven to become a little more effective. Because the powder has already been somewhat divided, the body can easier absorb the ingredients and does not need to break lower the pills itself. Because the capsules might be slightly difficult for many people to soak up and digest effectively, it might not be the best option for many people. If you are using the capsules and therefore are finding that you are not seeing the results.
Garcinia cambogia for weight loss program
Consists of HCA or Hydroxycitric Acidity that is known for several reasons. It has got the energy to curb the food cravings. This means that the user won't experience hunger as if you accustomed to. On top of that, it kills the body fat making cells and slows lower that old ones. At these times, body fat is progressively reduced. When the method is used regularly as instructed within the package, a person will slim down as guaranteed. This prescription medication is extremely reasonable in cost. It's not as costly because the other weight loss medications. Everybody that has used this prescription medication is very satisfied. This medicine may be used by anybody who's overweight. You don't have to follow along with any special diets to slim down. All you need to do is make use of the extract from the Garcinia Cambogia fruit.
The first consideration is the fact that it's better to accept supplement that you are likely to really take. Lots who select the Garcinia Cambogia powder don't make sure to go every day, and therefore they see less is a result of the supplements. However, individuals who go ahead and take Garcinia Cambogia pill often remember to accept pills more frequently. Remember you will see the best is a result of consistent supplementation, so choose a technique that's likely to work for you. Based on Dr. Oz, an innovative new body fat buster has been seen as which is supported by research that prove its usefulness. This body fat raging fruit is known as "Garcinia Cambogia," although it is also called Malabar tamarind.
Garcinia is really a plant that's indigenous to India, but additionally grown in lots of other nations too. It's a fruit grown in East Asia and India. It's a tree with drooping branches and small, pumpkin-formed fruits indigenous to Southeast Asia. It's a tree that develops in subtropical environments like Indonesia and Africa. Garcinia cambogia for weight loss herbal medicine, that is lacking associated with a unwanted effects.
What is Wartrol All About
Wartrol Reviews From Customers
When a wart appears somewhere on your body, you may feel as if you are the only one who has this kind of a problem when in fact a large percentage of population now gets warts on a regular basis.
As you probably already know, warts will not go away on their own, no matter what people may say and that you need to be proactive about finding a solution that really works. With Wartrol, you will have an effective and proven treatment for wart removal that is trusted by thousands of people all over the world.
What Is Wartrol Used For?
This is a clinically proven painless liquid designed to help people who suffer from warts. This ingredient is combined with a number of essential oils to help protect your skin so that you are not left with a scar after the wart is gone.
How Does This Get Rid of Warts?
If you have tried other topical wart removal products in the past, then you know that they can be difficult to use and often do not work at all. With Wartrol, you will get a bottle that Artie has an applicator and it so that you can begin treating your wart without having to touch it. This is essential if you want to avoid coming into contact with your wart and potentially spreading it to other parts of your body.
Applying Wartrol takes only a few seconds, and then within the next 20 minutes or so you should be able to see your wart change in terms of consistency in color.
The salicylic acid in this product will immediately begin drawing out the wart and within the next few days it should simply fall off. Assuming that you allow it to fall off naturally, you should not be left with a scar, which is more than can be said for various wart removal methods used by doctors these days.
What Are People Saying About Wartrol?
One thing that you will notice when you read some of the reviews for Wartrol is that a lot of people are really surprised at how quickly it works, especially considering the fact that many of them have lived with their warts for months or even years.
"I have had my doctor remove warts before and it is painful. Wartrol is just a much easier way of going about it."
– Mike, LA
"I had a couple of warts on my foot that I could never get rid of and Wartrol was able to do it in just a few days."
– Jack, MA
Even though you cannot buy Wartrol in stores, you can actually buy it online in complete privacy. By going to the official web site, you will be sure to get the product billed and shipped to you discreetly and for a limited time you can also get free bottle. This is only available from the official web site, where you will also get a money back guarantee.
Is This Something You Should Use?
One of the main reasons why people fail to treat their warts is because they are too embarrassed to go to the doctor's office. This is understandable of course, but it does not mean that you need to live with your warts forever.
Whether you only have one wart or you get them on a fairly regular basis, Wartrol might be the product that helps you finally start living a life that is free from the fear of warts.
Yeastrol Examine – Determine The Genuine Truth About Yeastrol
In case your candida is receiving more intense and you are having problems working with the symptoms related to it, then you should think of Yeastrol.
You may already know concerning this along with the good results men and women also have working with it. But prior to running out of and buying it, Were introduced in are asking themselves when you, and why you need to trust me in suggesting it.
Allow me to very first suggest that the business that makes it really is honest within the overall health industry.
Next, each and every factor that is roofed has been tried to help remedy the signs or symptoms associated with infections.
The most effective reasons for it are:
It really is protected, easy and quick. It's very safe that not only can both males and females who will be impacted put it to use, small children above 12 years will use it devoid of affecting their own health detrimentally.
The ingredients utilized to make it are all normal, that's why it has no unwanted side effects linked trying it
– It is made available which has a refund policy for up to ninety days, therefore there isn't any risk in giving it a go out.
You'll be able to use and it is powerful. To reduction the warning signs, just one just ought to aerosol it underneath the tongue, thrice each day. No difficult tablets or treatments to implement.
You likely remember are pondering the down-side of utilizing Yeastrol as things are sounding so amazing?
– You might want to put it off slightly to take delivery of your purchase as things are transported for your requirements. Also, in case wherever you decide to give back the merchandise to receive a refund, you will need to vessel the goods again which could turn out to be a problem for other individuals.
We are so positive that you enjoy it along with the relief it offers up you, a great deal of that the likelihood of you coming back again it are severely less likely.
Point is which it works, as countless individuals have had good results about it. Absolutely everyone unique, should it work for you?
The only thing I am about to have to say is that which are the likelihood of you becoming the strange a single out? Impossible!
If you really want to eliminate your infection, the only thing to perform would be to consider Yeastrol therefore you acquired need to look at another yeast infection treatment.
The Panic Away Program
Why I Recommend The Panic Away Program
The Panic Away program is not a cure all. And, I've never claimed that it is, but I do recommend it extremely highly and I do feel that it is the perfect training to help a panic attack victim feel comfortable as they begin to heal their nervous system and balance things to the point that they will never have anxiety problems ever again.
The Panic Away Program Is My Safety Net – The First Step In Healing
I call the Panic Away program my safety net. The program boils down to a simple technique (21-7 technique) that anyone can do that lessens the feeling that we are going to have a panic attack, and when we lessen that feeling we dramatically reduce the chances of having a panic attack until we're just not having them anymore.
Our Nerves Are Ground Down To The Bone (The Panic Away Program + Natural Therapies Are The Cure)
This is the way it happened for me and others that I know. So, Joe Barry is correct in saying that his method works. However, I don't believe, in some cases, that it is completely bullet proof. It's my belief that in order to correct a panic attack disorder we have to right to the root of the condition. Panic attacks happen inside our brains and inside of our nervous system. Basically our nerves are shot.
The modern world has ground us down, the pollution, the toxic relationships, the constant grind of working long hours, or loneliness…whatever, there are a thousand and one reasons. Modern living isn't easy and wears us down.
But, there is a cure. The Panic Away program is a big part of that cure, and I am a big believer in it, but I also believe that things like actively learning how to relax are vital to a full recovery and to reclaiming your life. Because panic attack start in the nervous system, I discovered that everything effects our nerves will have an extremely beneficial effect on our nerves.
Change Your Lifestyle
Drinking too much coffee, drinking too much alcohol, staying up late, not sleeping enough, not exercising and a lot of other things take their toll on our bodies and on our brains — eventually causing major stress and anxiety attacks. This condition is extremely wide spread and it's getting worse. Why? Because of our modern lifestyles, crap diets, stress, toxins, and so on. One day we wake up and the world looks ugly, we're fearful, we start to isolate ourselves from others. The downward spiral begins.
Fight Back And Win
But we can fight back, oh yes we can. I came through my panic attack ordeal on the other side, perfectly intact and I never have them anymore, whereas for a few years I was having them all the time. How did I do it? With the Panic Away program and my own natural healing regimen. When you combine the two together, it's bullet proof. Anxiety disorders are a medical condition, but doctors can't do what natural therapies can, probably never will.
Should You Buy Flotrol? Here is my Real Life Story
My Battle with Urinary Incontinence and What Flotrol did for Me
Let me tell you about my unforgettable battle with incontinence and how I won over it. Urinary incontinence is a medical condition when you can't control your urine. Having this condition has affected my quality of life and I wish they had known Flotrol earlier. My dad had the same condition before and I never realized how miserable his life was until I experienced it too. I was urinating by the hour even during my sleeping hours, I had to get up, rush to the comfort room and pee. During the early days of my urinary incontinence, I thought that it was ok and I could live with it. What's so bad about urinating frequently?
"I Realized that it Was Affecting My Quality of Life"
At first I was just urinating more than the usual. Then it steadily increased and by the time I realized that it was affecting my quality of life, I was already urinating every two hours or so. There even came a point when I could not control it anymore, even when I am outdoors. I was desperate for a solution so I self medicated. I tried to lessen my water intake, I thought if I didn't drink that much water then I would not have to urinate that often. But that was not solving the issue, after a few weeks of doing that I felt weak and tired so I decided to stop it.
I then decided to go to a doctor and I was given pills and other bladder medication that was supposed to help me. It worked, but only for a few weeks. I tried several of them, even those with flashy advertisements on TV; only find out that I was wasting money. I was about to give up when I came upon an ad on the internet saying something about Flotrol. I had my doubts, is this another crappy product trying to lure me? What if it would just make my condition worse?
"I Asked My Close Friends if any One of Them Have Tried Flotrol"
I asked several of my close friends if one of them have tried Flotrol and I was lucky enough to get one of them to talk to me about it. Talking about a condition like this isn't easy but he was very eager to tell me what happened to him before and what effect Flotrol had. I was surprised to learn that it was indeed a genuine product that really works and because of this I decided to try it out for myself. I also learned that they were offering money back guarantee so there was nothing to lose. I tried it out for a few months and I am happy to say that I am now free to do whatever I like. I could now go out without those incontinence pads and I did not need to worry about my frequent peeing because I could now control it.
You may or may not try Flotrol but before you decide, think of what you will lose if you don't give it a shot. Do not make your bladder control you, try this natural bladder control medication and dietary supplement.
The Difference Between Flotrol are the Quality of Ingredients
The difference between Flotrol and those other bladder control medication is the way it is formulated. The quality of ingredients and where the ingredients come from would decide if the product would be effective or not. Flotrol is made out of all natural ingredients designed to increase the strength of your detrusor muscle, the one responsible for urine control. Other products are chemical based and gives severe side effects.
Manmade chemicals often give side effects that are worse than the condition it's supposed to cure. Flotrol gives you the best of both worlds by providing lasting results and safety from side effects because it is made of all natural ingredients. You might be wondering why Flotrol is effective. The reason is that Flotrol gives back strength to your detrusor muscle so you can control the flow of urine.
You owe to yourself, just to go and take a look at the Flotrol site flotrolreviews.net. By the time of this post they were running a promotion and giving away a free trial package, so you try to see if is going to work for you for free, to visit their site Click here


text:
T.c Auto Service
(361) 993-1390
Auto Makes We Service
|Service & Repair
Customer Reviews (2 reviews)2 Sort by: Date | Helpful
I took my car in because of a check engine light which indicated I had a leak in my EVAP system. I asked them to hook the fog machine up to it to find the leak. I was told it would be $90 to find the leak. The next day they call me and tell me it would be about $130 for parts and labor to fix it...on top of the $90 diagnostic fee...HOWEVER they decided to check other things on my car which I did NOT ask them to do and told me I would need to pay another $90 dollars for that. Once I confronted them with this I was they told me I DID indeed ask them for these extra test. After a few minutes of arguing with the owner over this he finally told me "I tell you what, just bring me $90 and come get your car before I tow it and never come back here again. This was a huge misunderstanding and I feel they failed to listen to me when I origainlly took my car in, I refused to pay the price for their incompetence. It was insulting to be told never to come back instead of having them try to resolve the issue. Very unproffesional.


text:
Beth Stricker, Museum of the Earth director of exhibits, shows off two new exhibits. Both the coral reef, in the aquarium, and a mock-up glacier, background, are sensitive to the effects of climate change.
- Filed Under
The Museum of the Earth will showcase its latest exhibit during Glacier Family Day, running from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
"This is the biggest change to our permanent exhibits since the museum opened in 2003," said Dr. Robert Ross, the museum's associate director for outreach. "In many ways it's a celebration of our 10th anniversary."
Last week, staffers were putting the finishing touches on the new interactive exhibit devoted to the science of glaciers, highlighted by a walk-though model of an ice cave. Numerous signs, crawl spaces, hands-on devices and video animations add up to an ...


text:
- Age / Gender:
- 32, Male
- Location:
- Location not disclosed
- Joined:
- 11/3/03
- All Stats >
Life is short, so start kicking some ass!
User Statshot
- Community Stats
Level 10 Blank Slate
Normal Whistle
Ranked as Civilian
Contact Info / Websites
Recent Game Medals
Another Small Favor 100 Points Accomplish your mission to find a new identity. Medal Stats.
Spider Slayer 25 Points Kill a spider, save a kitty. Medal Stats.
A Small Stitch 25 Points Help the town tailor find a green, furry shawl. Medal Stats.
Flower Power 25 Points Find medicinal blue flowers for the good doctor Medal Stats.
Hunt the Hunter 25 Points Eliminate the Pig Hunter Medal Stats.
Legal Ending 25 Points Break out the legal way. Medal Stats.
Sneaky Ending 50 Points Break out the Sneaky Way Medal Stats.
Badass Ending 50 Points Break out the badass way. Medal Stats.
The Bitter End 10 Points Lose the game Medal Stats.
Impossible! 100 Points Win the game on Impossible difficulty Medal Stats.
Total Medals Earned: 106 (From 17 different games.)


text:
Ouachita's Yettra Specks (20) fends off a Natchitoches Central defender Friday during a second-round playoff game.
- Filed Under
MONROE -- There were plenty of key moments that Ouachita coaches and players could point to Friday night that played a major role in the No. 1-seeded Lions pulling out a 60-55 over district opponent and No. 16 Natchitoches Central in the second round of the Class 5A boys basketball playoffs.
There was the big three by Chris Sumbler after being guarded and kept away from the basket for most of the night.
Then there was the key free throws by Yettra Specks at the end, but the players and head coach Casey Jones agreed that the biggest moment that pushed the top seed of Class 5A into the quarterfinals next ...


text: Rude surprise: French fed up with own incivility Share this story email Share this story «Previous 3 of 4 Photos Next » Read the story « » France Gallic Rudeness This Sept. 21, 2011 photo provided by Paris subway operator RATP, shows a campaign poster in a Paris subway station. France, a country famed for its arrogant waiters and proud taxi drivers, is finally getting fed up with rudeness. Polling trends show that impoliteness is now topping lists on causes of stress for the French, who lament that people don't say "thank you" anymore. Paris public transport is weighing in, with a summer-long publicity campaign poking fun at gallic incivility. Poster reads: 'At 86 decibels, a private call is not private'. (AP Photo/Bruno Marguerite, RATP)


text:
- Filed Under
These are the latest in a series of editorial board endorsements. Today we weigh in on the races in Louisville Metro Council Districts 22 and 26.
Eight of Louisville's Metro Council seats are up for grabs on Nov. 6. Council members are the elected officials who are closest to the voters, and their vision has to be at least bi-focal - very local, down to the sidewalks in their districts; and bigger-picture on such citywide issues as taxes, preservation, ethics violations and budget items. The job calls on people who can see both realms, and operate in them, and who also possess the temperament and judgment enabling them to work within an elected body of both competing and shared interests. Our recommendations:
? District 22:
Republican incumbent Robin Engel ran without opposition in his last bid for the seat he has held since merged government began. This time, he is being challenged by Democrat Robert Zoeller, a shipping and receiving manager and political newcomer who has made a name for himself as an email gadfly. Voters in the district, which includes the Fern Creek area, would do well to stay the course with Mr. Engel, a senior sales representative who has ably served them since 2003.
Mr. Engel rightly touts his community leadership and his support for transparency in government in his re-election bid. He presents himself as an advocate of responsible development, one who has the support of local conservation and preservation activists, as well as homebuilders. He points to projects he has brought home to the district, as well as his commitment to constituent services and accessibility. All good, solid reasons for voters to return him to office.
? District 26: This race pits Democratic incumbent Brent Ackerson, an attorney, against Republican Sarah Provancher, a public relations professional. Although Ms. Provancher has qualities to suggest a role in elective office one day, voters in the district, which includes some unincorporated areas such as Bon Air as well as neighborhoods in the old city, have plenty of good reasons to return Mr. Ackerson for another four-year term as their representative.
As accomplishments of his almost four years in office, Mr. Ackerson lists neighborhood revitalization and construction projects in addition to his legislative duties on the council. He touts his commitment to progressive causes such as fairness, and to nonpartisan issues such as ethics and transparency in government. He is believable when he says he loves being a public servant, and that holding office allows him to do something bigger than himself. Voters should support his efforts to continue.
Candidates not endorsed are invited to respond. Letters of no more than 200 words will be published if received by 10 a.m. Monday by email at email@example.com. Please put "Candidate Response" in the subject line.


text:
IBM Lotus Symphony is a powerful set of document, spreadsheet, and presentation editors that provide a strong base to build a customized package for your corporation. Lotus Symphony offers many ways of preference customization. This article has introduced how to customize preferences for kinds of requirements. There will be more and more preference items to be supported in the future.
The authors would like to thank Paul Bastide for the review and feedback.
About the authors
You can reach him at email@example.com.


text:
less spam and good for environment
I observed that, in most of the webmaster forums, notification is enabled by default. This helps in getting more visitors to the site as users are notified whenever a reply is posted. I am just wondering why netbuilders doesn't enable notification by default
University acceptance ratesthe best and the easy way
Masters in USA
ms in usa
Physical therapy University
less spam and good for environment
That option makes "most" members crazy, so we didn't enable it by default.
Individual members can still enable it.
Submit Your Webmaster Related Sites to the NB Directory
I swear, by my life and my love of it, that I will never live for the sake of another man, nor ask another man to live for mine.


text:
The Biomimetic S 6.0 Lite is extremely maneuverable. With its 105 square inch head and open pattern, this one is packed with comfort. The near even balance creates more stability in the head, which limits racquet twisting against moderate pace. The extended length (27.25 inches) allows for faster tip speed. This combined with the low swingweight (295 RDC) makes for a very spin friendly racquet where pace can be applied at will. The light weight also comes in handy on serves, where this one whips powerfully through contact. The fast feel is helpful at net for reaction volleys and ending points. Best suited to 3.5-4.5 players in search of maneuverability and comfort.
|Head Size:
105 sq. in. / 677.42 sq. cm.
|Length: 27.25in / 69.22cm
|Strung Weight: 10.1oz / 286.33g
|Balance: 2 pts HL
|Swingweight: 295
|Stiffness: 69
|Beam Width: 24.5mm / 26mm / 24.5mm /
|Composition: Biofibre/Graphite
|Power Level: Medium-High
|Stroke Style: Compact-Medium
|Swing Speed: Medium-Fast
|Racquet Colors:
White/ Black/ Silver
|Grip Type: Viper Dry
|String Pattern:
16 Mains / 19 Crosses
Mains skip: 8T 7H 9H
Two Pieces
No Shared Holes
|String Tension: 52-62 pounds
This technology is inspired by shark skin. The unique surface application is strategically applied to the racquet frame. The dimpled texture creates localized turbulence and streamlines airflow over the racquet surface for an aerodynamic effect. This reduces drag by up to 36%, an 11% increase from previous Aeroskin Technology, resulting in a faster racquet speed for more power, maneuverability and reaction time.
Inspired by snake skin, a unique self-lubricating polymer blend that is designed to reduce string friction for 27% greater power and increased abrasion resistance for 40% greater durability. Greater string movement + reduced friction = greater power + greater durability.
Prince Premier 105 ESP Racquets
Sale: $99.00 Was: $219.00
Sale Big comfort and power awaits! With its slightly extended length, this racquet will add some serious zip to your shots. Also has massive spin potential. String Pattern:14x16. Extended Length: 27.25 Headsize: 105 in².
Volkl Super G 4
Sale: $199.99
Buy 2 or more for $189.99 each.
Sale Boasting exceptional maneuverability and comfort, this extended length racquet provides surprisingly good control and very easy access to spin. Extended Length: 27.6". String Pattern: 16x19. Strung Weight: 10.1 oz.
Wilson Steam 105S
Sale: $159.00 Was: $189.00
Dunlop Biomimetic S2.0 Lite Racquet
Sale: $99.00 Was: $179.00
Sale Fast and precise, this spin friendly racquet offers great control on full swings. The compact 95sq.in head delivers a heightened connection to the ball. Standard Length. Strung Weight: 10.9oz. String Pattern:16x19.
Dunlop Biomimetic S3.0 Lite
Sale: $99.00 Was: $179.00
Dunlop Biomimetic S5.0 Lite
Sale: $99.00 Was: $179.00
Sale A light racquet with a crisp and speedy response. Ideal for players with slow to medium stroke speeds who are looking for the control of a midplus headsize. Strung weight: 9.2 oz. Headsize: 100 in². Standard Length.
Dunlop Biomimetic S6.0 Lite Pink Racquet
Sale: $99.00 Was: $179.00
Sale Updated with a stylish pink flare, this extended length racquet allows developing players to load the ball with pace and spin. The stability is pretty impressive for a light racquet. Length: 27.25 inches. Headsize: 105 in². String Pattern: 16x19.
Dunlop Biomimetic S7.0 Lite Racquet
Sale: $99.00 Was: $199.00
Sale Big power and total comfort! The S 7.0 Lite offers easy depth with impressive control for an oversize racquet. Give your tendons a vacation! Headsize: 110 in². Length: 27.25". Strung Weight: 10.1 oz.