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Eliminating Fuel Subsidies in Nigeria Sparks Protests
As part of an effort to stabilize the economy and establish fiscal responsibility, the Nigerian government ended a decade long policy that subsidized gasoline imports. The end to fuel subsidies sent the price of gasoline soaring, doubling, and even tripling the price of gasoline in some parts of the country. In response to rising gas prices, the public spilled into the streets in major cities like Ibadan, Abuja, Ilorin and Lagos, protesting the now unaffordable commuting costs. Unions also announced their plans to strike indefinitely.
At the end of 2011, fuel subsidies surpassed the $8 billion mark for Nigeria, which the government hopes to save and redirect to infrastructure upgrades and social programs to improve the quality of life for Nigerians. According to the U.S. Department of State, out of 80,500 kilometersof roads, more than 15,000 kilometers are officially paved, but many remain in poor shape. If sustained, the fuel subsidy can help save more than $6 billion for the government. The International Monetary Fund supports the elimination of subsidies.
Initially, "the objective for the subsidy was to lower fuel prices and increase fuel availability for Nigerians," Think Africa Press reports. "Yet even with the subsidy in place, frequent shortages were a common occurrence and the price of fuel rarely stooped to the benchmark price of N65 per litre set by government. Nigeria's four refineries remain in a constant state of disrepair, and allegations of sabotage are rife."
On a more positive note, Nigeria has been seeing investments to its public transportation infrastructure, and hopefully, some of the saved subsidies can make their way into improving mobility for the masses. For example, in 2009, the Nigerian Federal Government initiated the 10 billion Nigerian naira Public Mass Transit Revolving Fund (PMFT) to ease the challenges of mass transportation by providing funds for procurement and distribution of mass transit vehicles. In 2010, the United Kingdom invested £30 milllion (about US$46 million) to pay for buses and trains to replace the chaotic molues and danfoes of the city.
In 2007, 31 out of every 1,000 people in Nigeria owned a private vehicle, in comparison to 820 out of 1,000 people in the United States, the World Bank reports. Many of these vehicles are second-hand goods sent to Nigeria from the US. In fact, in 2010, the US exported more than 6.4 billion Nigerian naira (about $400 million) worth of second-hand goods to Nigeria. Most often, many of these cars are meant to go to scrap yards in the U.S. Though cheap to purchase, old and inefficient cars cost more to operate, overall, both in terms of gasoline and repairs. They also pollute more, adding to health and climate change concerns. Nigeria's per capita carbon emissions is only a fraction of that of the United States, yet air pollution from transportation is a major concern for the country's urban areas.
It doesn't seem like much in comparison, but the increased gas prices can have a huge impact on how people live their lives. In fact, thousands have taken to social media to show their dissatisfaction. According to data from the Nigerian National Bureau of Statistics, unemployment in Nigeria is on average around 19.7 percent. Further adding to the concern is the level of poverty in the country. In a joint paper by the Department of Urban and Regional Planning and the Department of Geography and Regional Planning at the Olabisi Onabanjo University in Nigeria, the authors state that over three quarters of the households in most Nigerian cities earn income below poverty lines. The inadequate transportation network has failed many Nigerians as they struggle to make ends meet. The presence of the export system of used cars is therefore not surprising, especially considering the economic condition of many living in Nigerian cities.
"The major beneficiaries of subsidy are the rich, middle class and neighbouring Countries where the products are smuggled oftentimes," explained Mr. Labaran Maku, the Nigerian Minister of Information. "In the light of our current realities and the need to stimulate economic growth, is it prudent to continue to retain fuel subsidy?"
The reality is, although removing Nigeria's fuel subsidy will increase the price of fuel, the increased price is nowhere near the true cost of gasoline. Earlier last year we wrote about how the true cost of gasoline in the United States should be near $15 per gallon. The increased price of gasoline in Nigeria would be a little more than $2-$3 per gallon.
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Hopefully this change will cause more people to look towards EVs and greater sustainability. I think all nations should move towards this as the future because fuels will run dry one day. I am just curious, given the disparity in gasoline price, are car accessories also a whole lot cheaper in Nigeria?
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What had happened earlier to cause you to climb a towering maple tree? You thought back to what had happened
You were sketching in your sketchbook. Tiny little doodles littered the oversized paper; some were chibis, some were full sized-figures. Your mechanical scratched away intently as you focused on getting the eyebrows of the person you were drawing right. Actually, you were only drawing this person with maybe some chibis of you of the fun times you had with him.
You sighed, slightly tired as you crossed your arms and stopped drawing. Then you lowered your head down into your crossed arms, kicked the quilt further up onto your back and were going to nap, but you were startled when a large hand landed on your head gently.
"These drawings are sort of cute," a voice said gruffly. You turned your head and you could feel your heart stopping when you saw him grin slightly. Stupid Ludwig, he forgot to knock again! The first time around was bad enough, when you were changingbut this is worse, right?
"I told you, you have to knock," you shouted. "How many times do I have to tell you?"
Ludwig put up his hands slightly and backed off. "Sorry, fraulein
Then he squinted hard at your drawings.
"[Name], are these all chibis of me and you?"
You were really flustered now. Crap, he can tell!
"Go away," you said, burying your face into your pillow.
"Nein, fraulein
"Go away!"
"Fine, then I will!" You jumped out of your covers as Ludwig jumped backward, surprised.
"W-wait, [Name]!"
You closed your eyes and tipped your head back slightly, breathing in deeply. You then looked down and saw that Ludwig was pacing back and forth beneath the tree, hands on his hips. You couldn't help but grin, but just then a flock of geese passed by overhead. You watched them until they headed behind you, but was shocked as they blew out of line.
You even have time to scream as the strong autumn gale tore past you, causing you to fall.
You put your arms protectively around you for the few seconds you scraped against other branches; leaves swirled around you as you watched the purple sky disappear within the branches above you. You could hear Ludwig shout something unintelligible, just before you blacked out.
Mmmnh?" You rubbed your eyes and winced at the pain in your arms and legs. You were going to sit up, but your hand touched
Shoot! You jumped up as you realized you were sitting on an unconscious Ludwig. You shook him and shouted in his ear, and were about to get a bucket of water when he grumbled and sat up, his hair now really messed up.
Ow. [Name], are you alright?!"
You nodded once, before you started crying as you tried to wipe away your tears with your sleeve.
"Don't do anything stupid like that again, okay?" Ludwig said softly as he applied another Band-Aid to one of your many scrapes. You nodded sullenly as you got into bed, and Ludwig turned out the lights. Then he came back and brushed the hair from your forehead away, and kissed you gently. You jumped slightly, but you could tell he was blushing too.
"Guten nacht."
You grinned and replied, "Okay."
Kawaii! I can relate to this for the treees!!! I love to climb trees lol Anyway good job author-san! Sugoi~ ^^
Random geese! AHHHH!!!
oh my god so adorable~! ve~!
i would totally do that
i would totally do that
I have almost the same name as the country Mali so thats the country I like to be, the only problem is that my last name is polish
I'm loving all your stories that I run into.
What'dya mean? I do stupid things all the time!
Detta är sö söt
Ich mag das! Er ist gut!
Ich mag das! Er ist gut!
*looks at flyingmint bunny* magic could never make this any better....
.....how did you know i draw chibis when i have a crush..........especially germany and russia......(-.(-.(-.-).-).-) asian mafias watching you
Italy:Ve~!*glomps Germany as well*
Germany:V-vhat!*falls to ground because of all the weight*
You are so adorable!*pats Germany on the head,then looks at Italy*Italy,I have a favor to ask of you.
Can you please make me.........PASTA?!
ItalyASTAAAAAAAAA~!*runs to kitchen*
*watches as he runs away*You're welcome.*grins at Germany,then gets up off him*I just got Italy away.So you're welcome.
Me:Sie sind herzlich eingeladen.!*grins*
Italy:Ve~!*glomps Germany as well*
Germany:V-vhat!*falls to ground because of all the weight*
You are so adorable!*pats Germany on the head,then looks at Italy*Italy,I have a favor to ask of you.
Can you please make me.........PASTA?!
ItalyASTAAAAAAAAA~!*runs to kitchen*
*watches as he runs away*You're welcome.*grins at Germany,then gets up off him*I just got Italy away.So you're welcome.
Me:Sie sind herzlich eingeladen.!*grins*
Aww~ ♥
This is me, ive done ir befour, nice story by the way ^^
Aaaaaaawwwwww. I love it!
wwwaw! so cute >//u//<
This made my day XDD
xD HAHA YEAHHHHH
Omg I am totally going to start saying that XD
XD really !?
Your comment made me laugh so hard XD
and don't fall on me *is a german*
and don't fall on me *is a german*
Yay~ So cute~
(I am now tempted to make a canadaX[insert] here......with this exact plot...)


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In this chapter, we have, I. Christ's dispute with the Pharisees concerning divorce, Mark 10:1-12. II. The kind entertainment he gave to the little children that were brought to him to be blessed, Mark 10:13-16. III. His trial of the rich man that enquired what he must do to get to heaven, Mark 10:17-22. IV. His discourse with his disciples, upon that occasion, concerning the peril of riches (Mark 10:23-27), and the advantage of being impoverished for his sake, Mark 10:28-31. V. The repeated notice he gave his disciples of his sufferings and death approaching, Mark 10:32-34. VI. The counsel he gave to James and John, to think of suffering with him, rather than of reigning with him, Mark 10:15-45. VII. The cure of Bartimeus, a poor blind man, Mark 10:46-52. All which passages of story we had the substance of before, Matt. 19:1-20:34


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Park University
|This article needs additional citations for verification. (May 2015)
|Fides et Labor
Motto in English
|Literally: "Faith and Work"
|Park College 1875
Park University 2000
|Greg Gunderson, Ph.D.
|Douglas Fiore, Ph.D.
|Douglas Fiore, Ph.D.
|11,013 (Fall 2014)[1]
|10,248 (Fall 2014)[1]
|765 (Fall 2014)[1]
|Parkville, Missouri
39°11′23″N 94°40′49″W / 39.18986°N 94.68014°WCoordinates: 39°11′23″N 94°40′49″W / 39.18986°N 94.68014°W
|Canary and Wine (gold and burgundy)
|Soccer, baseball, basketball, cross country, track & field, volleyball, golf, softball
|NAIA, American Midwest Conference
Park University is an independent, non-profit private institution of higher education based in Parkville, Missouri and has 41 campus center locations in 20 states and online. Established in 1875 as a small religiously-affiliated college, it has now expanded into a comprehensive master level institution and one of the top providers of education courses for the U.S. military.
Park is regionally accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).
The flagship campus of Park University is located in the city of Parkville, Missouri. The Park University Graduate School is located in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. There are 40 campuses in 21 U.S. states[2] including three campuses in the Kansas City area (Downtown Kansas City, Independence and Parkville) and a campus center in Austin, Texas. Most of the satellite campuses are on or near United States Air Force bases and share quarters with other businesses/organizations.
Campus Centers by State
Arkansas Little Rock
California Barstow Community College Barstow MCLB Fort Irwin Oceanside Victorville - Victor Valley College
Georgia Valdosta
Idaho Mountain Home
Illinois Belleville
Massachusetts Bedford
Missouri Kansas City Area Knob Noster Parkville Campus Waynesville
Montana Great Falls
New Mexico' Alamogordo
North Carolina Havelock
North Dakota Grand Forks Minot
Oklahoma Oklahoma City
South Carolina Beaufort Charleston
Tennessee Millington
Texas Austin Del Rio El Paso Fort Bliss Northeast San Antonio San Angelo San Antonio
Utah Ogden
Virginia and Greater DC Area Arlington Fort Myer Quantico
Washington Spokane
Wyoming Cheyenne
The 800-acre (323.7 ha) home campus currently has an enrollment of 1,600 students representing 50 states and 106 countries.[3] The entire extended system had an annual student enrollment of 23,000.[4]
The school which was originally called Park College was founded in 1875 by John A. McAfee on land donated by George S. Park with its initial structure being the stone hotel Park owned on the bluff above the Missouri River.
The original concept called for students to receive free tuition and board in exchange for working up to half day in the college's farm, electrical shop or printing plant. According to the terms of the arrangement if the "Parkville Experiment" did not work out within five years, the college grounds were to revert to Park.[5]
There were 17 students in the first school year and in the first graduation class there were five women. McAfee led until his death in 1890. His son Lowell M. McAfee became the second president of Park until stepping down in 1913. The first international student at Park University arrived in 1880 from Japan.
The defining landmark of the campus is Mackay Hall, named after Carroll County, Illinois banker Duncan Mackay who donated $25,000 in materials for the structure shortly before his death.[6] The building was constructed using limestone mined on the campus grounds and built with the labor of students. Construction began in 1883 and was finished by 1893. Today the building is the main focal point of the campus and dominates the hillside, overlooking the town of Parkville. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
For many decades the school was affiliated with the Presbyterian Church but it no longer has that affiliation.[when?] The college has had a relationship with the military since 1889. However, the relationship was greatly expanded in the late 1960s with the establishment of a Military Degree Completion Program and later in 1972 with the Military Resident Center System.[7] Park's total enrollment has grown from its small base since 1996 when it first began offering online courses.[8] In 2000 it was renamed Park University.
Park University teams are known as the Pirates. The university competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) as a member of the American Midwest Conference (AMC). Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, soccer, track & field and volleyball; while women's sports include basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, track & field and volleyball.
The 2014-15 season was highlighted by the women's volleyball program's 40-0 run to the NAIA National Championship, topping defending national champion Texas at Brownsville in three sets in December. The men's volleyball program also made an NAIA run, reaching the semifinals, while the Pirates were also represented by their cross country and track teams in NAIA competition. In all, three programs won conference championships, and Park had 98 academic all-conference honorees, 34 all-conference performers, 10 All-Americans and two Capital One Academic All-Americans of the Year. The Pirates also had 28 student-athletes win the NAIA's most prestigious academic award as Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes.
The Department of Athletics at Park University is led by Claude English, Director of Athletics, who was also the Pirates' men's basketball coach from 1993 to 2005. From 1981 to 1984, English was the head men's basketball coach at his alma mater, the University of Rhode Island, and he played one season in the NBA with the Portland Trail Blazers in 1970-71.
Six former Park Pirates compete currently for the Missouri Comets of the Major Arena Soccer League. Former Pirate Derek Gordon pitches in the Kansas City Royals minor-league system.
- Park University's online Master of Public Affairs degree program is ranked 10th nationally as a "best buy" in the "Best Online Masters in Public Administration" category by GetEducated.com. In addition, Park's online Master of Business Administration degree is ranked 25th in the "Best Online MBA Rankings Regional" category.[11]
- Ranked 2nd among all private colleges and universities in the U.S. and ranked 3rd in the "online and nontraditional" category on the Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges 2013" list.[12]
- Selected as one of the top military-friendly colleges and universities in the country for five consecutive years by Military Advanced Education magazine.[13]
- Ranked among the top 100 colleges and universities in the United States for conferring bachelor's degrees to students of color by "Diverse Issues in Higher Education" magazine.[14]
Notable people[edit]
- Marsia Alexander-Clarke, artist[15]
- James J. Barry, Jr. (1969) - former New Jersey General Assemblyman and New Jersey Director of Consumer Affairs
- Hans Brisch (1964) - Chancellor and CEO, Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, 1988–2003
- Ralph von Frese (1969) - American geologist
- Tsiang Tingfu (Chinese: 蔣廷黻)- Chinese scholar and diplomat. In 1911, he attended the Park Academy
- Don H. Compier (1985) - founding Dean of the Community of Christ Seminary
- Steve Cox - American freelance writer
- Melana Scantlin (2002) - former Miss Missouri USA, television personality
- Chance Browne - American musician, painter, and cartoonist
- Darryl Forte - Police Chief of Kansas City, Missouri
- Robert E. Hall - eleventh Sergeant Major of the Army
- Charles A. Holland, Los Angeles, California, City Council member, 1929–31
- James A. Roy - sixteenth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
- Edwin Kagin - attorney, founder Camp Quest
- George Kelly - American psychologist, therapist and educator
- Texe Marrs - American preacher
- Cleland Boyd McAfee (1884) - American theologian
- Newell A. George - United States Congressman, 1959–1961.
- Carl McIntire - radio broadcaster
- Stephen M. Veazey - Prophet-President of the Community of Christ
- Leo Janos, Speechwriter to President Lyndon Johnson, New York Times Best Selling author of "Yeager' and "Skunk Works" and "Time Magazine" contributor.
- Lewis Millet, U.S. Army (1964) - Medal of Honor - Korea
- Thaddeus J. Martin, U.S. Air Force, Connecticut Adjutant General
- Stanislav Ioudenitch (Professor of Music and Piano) - Pianist and gold medalist of Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2001
- Kay Barnes (Distinguished Professor for Public Leadership) - Former mayor of Kansas City and candidate for Congress in 2008[16][17]
- ^ a b c "Higher Learning Commission". ncahlc.org. Retrieved 22 May 2015.
- ^ "Park University". park.edu. Retrieved 5 August 2015.
- ^ - Park University 2006 Master Plan
- ^ Park University Facts, Stats and Admissions Information, Yahoo.com
- ^ Centennial History of Missouri: (the Center State) One Hundred Years in the Union, 1820-1921 By Walter Barlow Stevens –1921 – S.J. Clarke Publishing – Page 41 (available on print.google.com)
- ^ Decatur Daily Dispatch - Among Our Neighbors - 1890-09-11
- ^ "We Apologize". park.edu. Retrieved 22 May 2015.
- ^ "Distance Learning Programs 2004". google.com. Retrieved 22 May 2015.
- ^ "2013 Online College Rankings". Guide To Online Schools. Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ "Park University Ranked Among Nation's Best For Providing Online Education". Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ "Best Affordable Online Masters in Public Administration". Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ "Best for Vets: Colleges 2013". Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ "Park University Selected "Military-Friendly School" For Fifth Straight Year". Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ "Park University receives national recognition". The Examiner. Retrieved 24 January 2013.
- ^ Marsia Alexander-Clarke (2003). "Resume". Retrieved 24 August 2011.
- ^ "Bio information on Barnes, Graves". Fort Mill Times. September 30, 2008. Retrieved 2008-10-17.[dead link]
- ^ "Mayor Kay Barnes to Join Park University, Lead New Center". Park University. April 4, 2007. Retrieved 2008-10-17.
External links[edit]
- Park University
- Universities and colleges in Missouri
- Kansas City metropolitan area
- Universities and colleges in Texas
- Distance education institutions
- Educational institutions established in 1875
- Buildings and structures in Platte County, Missouri
- Education in Platte County, Missouri
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Article: P356 CHOLESTEROL LOADING INDUCES SMOOTH MUSCLE CELLS TRANSDIFFERENTIATION TO MACROPHAGE-LIKE CELLS
Article: Abstract: P715 EVEROLIMUS INHIBITS MONOCYTE MIGRATION AND THEIR ACCUMULATION IN CAROTID LESIONS OF CHOLESTEROL-FED RABBITS
Article: Everolimus Inhibits Monocyte/Macrophage Migration in Vitro and Their Accumulation in Carotid Lesions of Cholesterol-Fed Rabbits[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Monocytes/macrophages recruited into the arterial wall during atherogenesis are crucial in the initiation and progression of atherosclerosis and play a fundamental role in the destabilization process that is the main causal event of acute coronary syndromes. In the present study, we investigated the effect of the mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor everolimus on macrophage accumulation within carotid lesions elicited by perivascular collar placement in cholesterol-fed rabbits. Everolimus (1.5 mg/kg given 1 day before collaring followed by 1 mg/kg/day for 14 days, administered by oral gavage) markedly decreased lesion macrophage content as compared with vehicle control (-65%; p < 0.01). This effect was associated with a reduction in intimal thickening and occurred in the absence of changes in plasma cholesterol concentrations. To gain insights on the potential mechanism(s) underlying this effect, we investigated the influence of everolimus on chemoattractant-induced migration of human monocytes in vitro. Pretreatment with therapeutic concentrations of everolimus (10 nM) significantly lowered monocyte chemotaxis in response to various chemotactic factors (i.e., monocyte chemoattractant protein-1/CCL2, fractalkine/CX3CL1, interleukin-8/CXCL8, complement fragment 5a, or N-formyl-Met-Leu-Phe) without inducing monocyte cell death. These results suggest that everolimus may favorably influence the atherosclerotic process by affecting the recruitment of monocytes into early lesions.
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ABSTRACT: Metalloproteinases (MMPs) are zinc-dependent endopeptidases responsible for the hydrolysis of various component of extracellular matrix such as gelatin and collagen. MMPs, namely MMP-2 and MMP-9 correlate with cardiovascular events in patients. We sought to determine whether supplementation with polyphenol-rich Cynara cardunculus (wild artichoke, traditional component of the Mediterranean diet) modulates MMP-9 expression and activity in cell cultures. A fully characterized C. cardunculus extract was able to inhibit, in a dose-dependent manner, the gelatinolytic activity of secreted MMP-9 and both secretion and human MMP-9 promoter-driven transcription. Analysis by HPLC of the Cynara extract identified polyphenols such as luteolin, apigenin, and caffeic acid, among others. However, testing a mix of the individual components suggested that the inhibitory effects of C. cardunculus are due to minor constituent fraction(s) as a whole. In promoting the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, the role of wild plants as important meal components deserves further reappraisal.
Article: EFFECT OF THE HISTONE DEACETYLASE INHIBITOR TRICHOSTATIN A ON LIPID METABOLISM, TNF-ALPHA PRODUCTION AND SMOOTH MUSCLE CELL PROLIFERATION
Article: Thiol supplementation inhibits metalloproteinase activity independent of glutathione status[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are proteolytic enzymes that regulate both integrity and composition of the extracellular matrix (ECM). Excessive ECM breakdown by MMPs is implicated in many physiological and pathological conditions, such as atherosclerosis. Activated macrophages, especially in the atherosclerotic lesion, are a major source of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Antioxidants protect against ROS-induced MMPs activation and inhibit gelatinolytic activity. We sought to determine whether the antioxidants glutathione (GSH), N-acetylcysteine (NAC), or lipoic acid (LA) affect gelatinase production and secretion. The results show that thiol compounds affect MMPs expression and activity in different ways. MMP-2 activity is directly inhibited by NAC and GSH, while LA is ineffective. On the contrary, MMP-9 expression is inhibited by LA at a pretrascriptional level, and MMP-9 activity is stimulated by GSH through a direct interaction with the gelatinase itself. Although all thiols, these compounds have different properties and different cellular uptakes and metabolic characteristics, and this could explain, at least in part, their differential effects on MMPs.
Article: Raloxifene inhibits matrix metalloproteinases expression and activity in macrophages and smooth muscle cells[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Secretion of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) by macrophages and smooth muscle cells (SMC) may impair atherosclerotic cap integrity leading to atherosclerosis complications. Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) have favourable impact on plasma lipid levels, but their role in the prevention of atherosclerosis still remains unclear. We investigated the effects of raloxifene, a second generation SERM, on MMP expression and activity in cultured macrophages and SMC, and in rabbit carotid lesions. Human monocyte-derived macrophages were isolated from blood of healthy donors. SMC were isolated from the intima-media layers of collared rabbit carotid arteries. Cells were incubated for 24h with increasing concentrations of raloxifene. Ovariectomized rabbits fed a 1% cholesterol-rich diet were subjected to pericarotid collar placement and treated with or without 10mgkg(-1)d(-1) raloxifene for 2 weeks. In macrophages, raloxifene treatment (0.1-10microM) significantly reduced MMP-9 gelatinolytic potential in a concentration-dependent manner, without affecting MMP-9 activation. This effect was estrogen receptor (ER)-dependent and due to the inhibition of MMP-9 promoter-driven transcription following an interaction with NF-kB pathway. Similarly, in cultured SMC, raloxifene inhibited up to 40% MMP-2 gelatinolytic activity. In vivo, raloxifene decreased the expression of MMP-2, MMP-3, and MMP-9 by intimal cells and the total gelatinolytic activity of collared carotids. These effects were accompanied by reduction of lesion size and inhibition of macrophage accumulation. Overall, results indicate that raloxifene may reduce MMPs expression and activity in macrophages and smooth muscle cells and favourably affect lesion formation.
Article: Rosuvastatin displays anti-atherothrombotic and anti-inflammatory properties in apoE-deficient mice[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Inflammation contributes importantly to all stages of atherosclerosis, including the onset of acute thrombotic complications. In clinical trials, statins are beneficial in the primary and secondary prevention of coronary heart disease. Moreover, statins have been shown to possess several pleiotropic properties independent of cholesterol lowering in experimental settings. Based on these premises, we investigated the anti-inflammatory and anti-atherothrombotic properties of rosuvastatin in vivo, testing its effect on cholesterol and monocyte accumulation, and on adhesion molecules and tissue factor (TF) expression. ApoE-deficient female mice were fed a cholesterol-rich diet containing rosuvastatin (0, 1, 2 or 10 mg kg(-1)d(-1)) for 12 weeks. Treatment with rosuvastatin did not significantly affect either body weight gain or plasma total cholesterol (C) and triglyceride levels. However, rosuvastatin treatment dose-dependently reduced ICAM-1 expression in the aortic valves (V) (up to 40% inhibition, p<0.05) and in the proximal segment of the ascending aorta (AA) (-50%, p<0.001). Similarly, rosuvastatin inhibited VCAM-1 expression in the V (-40%) and in the AA (-35%, p<0.05). Moreover, there was a reduced accumulation of macrophages in the V in a dose-dependent and statistically significant manner (-45%, p<0.01). These anti-inflammatory effects were reflected in a reduction of cholesterol deposition in the entire aorta, both in the free and in the esterified form. Finally, the expression of tissue factor, the most potent pro-thrombogenic agent, was consistently reduced in AA by rosuvastatin treatment (-71%, p<0.001). Altogether, these data demonstrate that rosuvastatin has anti-inflammatory and anti-atherothrombotic activities in apoE-deficient mice that could translate in a beneficial effect on atherogenesis.
Article: Rosuvastatin Treatment Prevents Progressive Kidney Inflammation and Fibrosis in Stroke-Prone Rats[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Salt-loaded, spontaneously hypertensive stroke-prone rats show progressive increases in blood pressure and proteinuria and accumulate acute-phase proteins in body fluids, modeling events during renal damage. The aim of this study was to assess the pathological events occurring in the kidney of spontaneously hypertensive stroke-prone rats over time and evaluate the effects of statin treatment, which is known to improve renal and cardiovascular outcomes. Kidneys of male spontaneously hypertensive stroke-prone rats euthanized at different stages of proteinuria showed progressive inflammatory cell infiltration, the accumulation of alpha-smooth muscle actin-positive cells, degenerative changes in podocytes, and severe fibrosis. These were accompanied by an imbalance in the plasminogen/plasmin and metalloprotease systems characterized by the increased renal expression of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1, tissue plasminogen activator, and urokinase plasminogen activator; the net result was an increase in plasmin and matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 and a reduction in MMP-9 activity. Chronic treatment with the hydrophilic rosuvastatin had renoprotective effects in terms of morphology and inflammation and prevented the changes in plasmin, MMP-2, and MMP-9 activity. These effects were independent of the changes in blood pressure and plasma lipid levels. Treatment with the lipophilic simvastatin was not renoprotective. These data suggest that rosuvastatin may have potential utility as a therapeutic option in renal diseases that are characterized by inflammation and fibrosis.
Article: Inhibition of MMP-2 activation and release as a novel mechanism for HDL-induced cardioprotection[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: High density lipoproteins (HDL) protect the heart against ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury, and matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2) directly contributes to cardiac contractile dysfunction after I/R. To investigate the possible involvement of MMP-2 inhibition in HDL-mediated cardioprotection, isolated rat hearts underwent 20 min of low-flow ischemia and 30 min of reperfusion. Plasma-derived and synthetic HDL attenuated the I/R-induced cardiac MMP-2 activation and release in a dose-dependent way. The attenuation of I/R-induced MMP-2 activation by HDL correlated with the reduction of post-ischemic contractile dysfunction and cardiomyocyte necrosis. These results indicate prevention of MMP-2 activation as a novel mechanism for HDL-mediated cardioprotection.
Article: TuP7:271 Selective inhibition on gelatinase A and B versus collagenase-1 by an amino-sulphone-hydroxamate derivative
Conference Paper: Th-P15:142 Cholesterol efflux from oxidized LDL loaded macrophages
Article: Th-W57:3 A structure-activity study for the inhibition of metalloproteinase-9 activity and gene expression by analogues of gallocatechin-3-gallate[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Catechins are able to modulate the gelatinolytic activity of matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) by reducing its release from macrophages. Gallocatechins decrease MMP-9 secretion by lowering MMP-9 promoter activity and mRNA levels. The effect appears to be dependent on some structural and stereochemical requirements. In this study, the relationship between chemical structure and activity was studied by testing the effect of analogues of (+/-)-gallocatechin-3-gallate (+/-)-GCG, selectively deprived of hydroxyl groups, on MMP-9 activity, transcription, and secretion. Our results indicate that (+/-)-GCG and (+/-)-catechin-3-gallate are characterized by a substitution pattern compatible with direct inhibition of MMP-9 activity. Conversely, when transcription was the target, (+/-)-trans-3-flavanol-3-benzoate, lacking all the hydroxyl groups, was the most effective both in lowering MMP-9 promoter activity and consequently protein secretion, and in inhibiting nuclear-factor-kappaB-driven transcription. Our results suggest that the structural requirements for enzyme inhibition are different from those necessary for targeting gene expression.
Article: Th-W48:6 Rosuvastatin exerts renoprotective effects in stroke-prone rats independently of changes in cholesterol levels
Article: Impaired ATP-binding cassette transporter A1-mediated sterol efflux from oxidized LDL-loaded macrophages[Show abstract] [Hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: We investigated the interaction of oxidized low density lipoprotein (OxLDL) with the ATP-binding cassette A1 (ABCA1) pathway in J774 macrophages. Cellular efflux to apolipoprotein AI (apo-AI) of OxLDL-derived cholesterol was lower than efflux of cholesterol derived from acetylated low density lipoprotein (AcLDL). ABCA1 upregulation by 8-(4-chlorophenylthio)adenosine 3':5'-cyclic monophosphate (cpt-cAMP) or 22 (R)-hydroxycholesterol (22-OH) and 9-cis retinoic acid (9cRA) increased the efflux to apo-AI of cellular sterols derived from AcLDL, but not of those from OxLDL. AcLDL, but not OxLDL, induced ABCA1 protein content and activity in J774. However, OxLDL did not influence J774 ABCA1 upregulation by cpt-cAMP or 22-OH/9cRA. We conclude that sterols released to cells by OxLDL are available neither as substrate nor as modulator of ABCA1.
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Cumberland Minor Football is a coordinated group of players, parents and volunteers dedicated to the youth of our area. The goal of WOLFPACK Football is to provide a safe, team orientated approach to teach life skills through the game of football, helping to prepare our youth for their futures. Formed on April 21st 2010, CMF has grown in a short time and is always looking for players, coaches, parents and volunteers to make the WOLFPACK a success. As a new football team, winning is not the measure of our success - being safe, having fun and being competitive is our goal.
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Fall Fees:
Tyke: ages 5-7, $85
Timbits: ages 8-9, $215
Atom: ages 10-12, $215
Bantam: ages 12/13-14, $255
Varsity: ages 15-18, $295
*ALL GEAR is provided for this cost (which also includes league fees, insurance, etc).
(When you pick up your gear, we require a cheque for $350.00 as a deposit. These cheques do not get cashed, they are simply held as a deposit. When you return your gear at the end of the season, you will get your cheque back!)
The WOLFPACK is a member of Football NS, NB and PEI playing mainly in the Moncton Football Association and Football PEI. To play, the age counts for the year - so for example if your child turns 6 in the year 2015, then they can play Tyke. Tyke is age 5 - 7, Mosquito age is 8 - 9, Atom age 10 -12. Bantam and Varsity children will play in PEI. the age groups are Bantam 12-14 and Varsity is age 15 to 17. *12 year old have the option of joining/staying in Atom, or moving up to Bantam. Male and Female players welcome on all teams.
Principles for Parents
Parents, athletes and coaches must work together for the best possible youth football experience and performance.
The following suggestions are meant as general guidelines for parents. As a parent, you understand the daily pressures your child faces.
We believe that football should be an outlet for fun. Encourage your child and allow them to have a good time.
Remember that your child learns more from your actions than your words.
Practice good sportsmanship by being respectful to players, parents and coaches on both teams.
• There is nothing wrong with applauding a good play made by the opponents.
- Parents can be good role models by appreciating the efforts made by both teams.
• Most coaches are volunteers and work hard at what they do. To lessen confusion, and out of respect for their position, please allow your child's coach to be the only one coaching players on the field.
• Please refrain from loud or rude behavior.
• Offer encouragement and positive reinforcement, not criticism, to your star player.
• Encourage discipline by having your child arrive on time for practices and games.
• Belonging to a team requires commitment. Parents can help children understand this through regular attendance and preparation.
• Whenever possible, volunteer. This shows participants the value of being a team player.
• Please respect the officials and their calls. It's OK to disagree, but inappropriate to disparage.
2015 Banquets:
Tyke & Timbits - Nov 7th 2015
Atom & Bantam - Nov 14th 2015
3. Practices - All Practices will now be held at Robb's Field, unless otherwise noted
Bantam -
Monday Oct 5: Robb's Field, 6-7:30pm
Wednesday Oct 7: Robb's Field, 6-7:30pm
Thursday Oct 8: Robb's Field, 6-7:30pm
Monday Oct 12: Robbs Field, 6-7:30pm
Wednesday Oct 14: Robb's Field, 6-7:30pm
Thursday Oct 15: Robb's Field, 6-7:30pm
Timbit practices: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm at Robb's Field.
Atom practices: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-7:30 at at Robb's Field.
Springhill Atoms - Football begins Sept 8, at 3pm at the Arena.
Tykes - Tyke football begins Sept 9. Tykes will be on Wednesday nights, 6-7pm, at Robb's Field.
Poor weather does not stop practice. However, heavy rain, wind or snow does. Parents to use their best judgment if driving to practice as messages may not be received in time of a cancelation. Email and facebook will be used to alert for cancelations when possible. When we can, PRACTICE WILL BE THE NEXT DAY at practice time; or a make up will be schedule if possible.
Schedule for Bantam:
Week 1 – Sept 6, Home game at Dolan Field, Bantam only, 1pm Also: Atom Jamboree
Week 2 – Sept 12, Off weekend
Week 3 – Sept 19, Charlottetown, 1pm
Week 4 – Sept 27, Home Game, Hosting Souris, 1pm Also: Atom Game at 11am, hosting Moncton.
Week 5 – Oct 3, Off weekend
Week 6 – Oct 9, Cornwall, 6pm
Week 7 – Oct 16, Summerside, 6pm
Week 8 – Oct 25, Home game, Hosting Cornwall, 1pm Also: Atom Jamboree
Field Locations
Cumberland Minor Football Society - 42 Fairview Ave, Amherst; at Winston Ave Field - field at the corner of Fairview Ave and Winston Ave in Amherst, NS. (Take Exit 4 into Amherst, now on South Albion Street. Continue past MacDonalds and Tim Hortons - take the second right past Tim Hortons - this is Winston Ave. Follow to the end.)
AMHERST FIELD AFTER OCT 6th is Robb's Centenial Complex 53 LaPlanche Street PO Box 331 Amherst NS
Moncton Football Association - 81 Centennial Park Drive Rocky Stone Field Moncton, NB (off St George BLVD).
Sackville Minor Football Association - TBA
Salisbury Minor Football - JMA Armstrong High School - 55 Douglas St Salisbury, NB E4J 2B4
Riverview - 400 Whitepine Rd, Riverview, NB E1B 4H8 - Riverview High School
FREDERICTON : Scotia Place North field - behind Leo Hayes High School (499 Cliffe St) ; it is on the North side of fredericton
Saint John : http://capitalareaminorfootball.pointstreaksites.com/view/capitalareaminorfootball/home-page/calendar-of-events/events_61850
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