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FARMINGTON UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION: Coaches Information
Any person having contact with the players or having access to the players personal information, must complete a disclosure form. This includes Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Team Manager. Anyone who fills in for the coach, either at practice or at games must also have this completed. Any person not cleared by the Club, League & State cannot be on the field at any time.
All teams are required to have a minimum of two adults, with proof of passed background check (finalized card & on permanent roster) at every practice. During games, no one is allowed on the field who does not meet this requirement.
Use this link to access the risk management form: https://onlinereg.leagueone.com/rm/RmDisclosure.aspx?O=1949&I=11
***This must be done before any rosters or cards can be printed. So please complete yours as soon as possible.***
DO NOT print out the form and send it to FUSA. You must complete this form online and press the submit button for this to be completed. If you do not complete this form online, you will be unable to be on the field or assist with any games or practices. This is a state & national regulation and we cannot make exceptions. Thank you.
Tuesday, August 10
Use the link below to sign up for YM1 & YM2 training classses. If you are unsure of the classes you have already taken, send an email to our Registrar and she will look it up and email you back. She is extremely busy but will try to get back to you with 24-48 hours.
Here are some websites that offer coaching tips and practice drills. You may find something useful.
http://www.nmysa.net/TopNav/Coaches/coachescorner.htm (this one is maintained by our State Association - check it out for changing information)
http://www.bettersoccercoaching.com/ (this site sends coaching tips twice a week, for free just by signing up with your email address)
AND for Coaching Girls Soccer, check out this one: http://www.esoccerdrills.com/soccer-coaching/girls.html
FCYSL CANCELLATION POLICY (click here to read or print)
This is the official Game Cancellation Policy of the FCYSL effective Fall 2008. It also includes contact information for all of the Referee Assignors in the FCYSL Game Schedules.
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Changing a team's name must be handled each year by July 15th, as players cards are very limited and cannot be re-issued just to change a team name. As of July 31st, no further name changes can be made for the full-year teams.
New teams for the Spring season are allowed to choose their team name via the procedure listed below, however this must be finalized by January 31st of each year.
Please notify us, via email, early enough for your request to be reveiwed and/or accommodated.
If your team is new and you did not send in your request to the Registrar by the stated dates, your team name will be the coach's last name for the full soccer year.
Please email us with your request including three choices in order of preference, the Registrar will review it and let you know if any of the names you have requested can be used. As of Fall 2006, we no longer allow more than one team in FUSA to have the same name, regardless of age group.
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You can only play naive new kid for so long in any job.
And if anything comes from this weekend's drama over Hartford Mayor Pedro Segarra failing to disclose his spouse's HUD rent agreement, it's that it's about time Segarra stops playing that card.
Right now, it's unclear if Segarra's failure to disclose the deal on city ethics forms was an innocent mistake or just plain shady.
Segarra said he would amend the paperwork and seek a legal opinion about the situation.
Whatever the decision, here's what's perhaps more troubling.
This is the second time Segarra's had paperwork drama -- and more troubling, the second time he's pleaded new guy ignorance.
When the Hartford Advocate wrote about Segarra's failure to disclose that one of his donors is a major city contractor, this was his reaction:
"Now I'm a full-time mayor, I can't be a full-time treasurer and everything else," said Segarra.
When my colleague Jon Lender asked him about his spouse's Section 8 deal, he went back to familiar territory:
"I'm not used to thinking like that because I don't have a corrupt mind," he said. "I have to start learning how corrupt people think so I can protect myself."
That comment was so precious, it almost hurt.
Consider this: You take over for a guy after he's nailed on corruption, and it doesn't occur to you that people are going to be a little suspect about your ethics? You're running against some of the former mayor's most ardent supporters and you don't safeguard yourself against even the whiff of impropriety.
Come on Pedro. You're smarter than that. And so are the people who you're hoping elect you.


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Kahne drives past Harvick to win at Atlanta
Published: Sunday, September 6, 2009 at 11:56 p.m.
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HAMPTON, Ga. Kasey Kahne has given himself a huge boost in the Chase for the Championship by winning at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Kahne came into Sunday night's Pep Boys Auto 500 clinging to the 11th spot in the Sprint Cup standings. The 12-driver playoff will be set at Richmond next weekend, and Kahne jumped all the way to sixth with his 11th career victory and second of the year.
Kevin Harvick, who won the Nationwide race Saturday night, was in position for a weekend double until teammate Clint Bowyer spun with 15 laps to go, bringing out the final caution of the night. Kahne got Harvick on the restart and pulled away to an easy 1.766-second win
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Auto manufacturers have produced many great and memorable cars over the years, but even the finest among them had met with failure on some occasions. Whether they were the results of over-eagerness to compete, experimentation, or just plain incompetence, horrible cars did surface in the market, and thanks to undiscerning car buyers, some of them managed to remain in production for a considerably long time. These cars were horrible either because they were made of inferior materials, had serious engineering or design flaws, or other reasons. Here's a look at the 5 worst classic cars of all time:
1) 1971-1977 Chevrolet Vega: General Motors created the Chevrolet Vega to compete with Japanese auto manufacturers, whose sub-compacts were gaining popularity in the United States at that time. However, the car was built with rust-prone sheet metal, and its aluminum engine had overheating and oil-burning problems. As a result of these flaws, many sub-compact car buyers decided to go to Toyota and Datsun dealerships instead.
2) 1957-1991 Trabant: Communists were never known to be great auto makers. Even party bosses had to use dinosaurs that resembled cars that manufacturers such as Packard and Cadillac had abandoned a long time ago. After serving the state for many years, the people of East Germany, or DDR, considered themselves fortunate to own the Trabant, a wheezing automobile that featured a lawn mower-type two stroke engine and a body built from recycled industrial waste materials that were probably carcinogenic.


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Customer trying to stop robbery is shot twice
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police say a customer who tried to stop an armed robbery at a South Philadelphia grocery store has been shot in the head and leg.
Authorities say the attempted robbery happened early Monday night at the Koh Kong grocery store.
Investigators tell KYW-TV that a man entered the store and announced the robbery. The victim, who was a regular customer at the store, tried to intervene and began struggling with the suspect.
Police say the customer was shot twice. He is listed in critical but stable condition at a hospital.
Authorities say the suspect ran out of the store without any taking any money.
And in Cleveland a cop was shot after he attempted to disarm a burglar.
Lesson to the story...odds are the perpetrator with the gun will win.
Good, decent people no longer want to be victimized. I feel for sorry for this man because he was not permitted to carry the tools needed to defend himself or the store. We need to remedy this situation — ALLOW CONCEALED CARRY BY LAW-ABIDING CITIZENS IN ALL PLACES NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ban armed robbery
Money isn't worth your life.
Soon Obama will lessen the risks for those wanting to share in your wealth. This could have turned deadly if the customer butting in was armed.


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The Security Council in November
India will assume the rotating Presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of November. The Indian Presidency has put open debates on combating piracy and the Security Council's working methods on the agenda. Furthermore, there will be a continued focus on the crises in Syria and Mali.
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The report by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Mali requested in Resolution 2071 (2012), on the basis of which the Security Council will decide on further steps, is due to be submitted by 26 November. Following a coup in March, Mali finds itself in the midst of a severe crisis. Much of the northern part of the country is under the control of Islamist groups; there are reports of human rights violations and hundreds of thousands of people have fled their homes.
Among other things, Resolution 2071 (2012) – which was adopted by the Security Council on 12 October – requests the UN Secretariat to provide military and security planners to support the joint planning by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union for the possible deployment of an international military force in response to a request by Mali's transitional authorities. The Security Council will respond to this request after the Secretary-General has submitted his report.
Debates on piracy and working methods
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In an open debate on 19 November, the Security Council is to look at the issue of piracy. The focus will be on various regions affected by this problem – such as the Horn of Africa or the Gulf of Guinea. A presidential statement on this issue is to be adopted.
The Indian Presidency has scheduled another open debate for 26 November. This debate will deal with the Security Council's working methods. Alongside Germany, Japan and Brazil, India is a member of the G4 countries which are seeking Security Council reform. The question as to how the Security Council's working methods can be improved is part of this broader debate. The Security Council last discussed this issue in November 2011 during the Portuguese Presidency.
The Security Council will also examine a host of regional issues.
Spotlight on the Balkan region
On 13 November, there will be a debate with Valentin Inzko, the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The High Representative's task is to monitor the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement and peaceful and democratic development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Inzko is expected to present a report on developments in the country by 5 November, which will then serve as a basis for the debate. On 14 November, the UN mandate for the European Union's EUFOR mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina is scheduled to be extended.
On 27 November, Farid Zarif, the head of UNMIK, will brief the Security Council on the mission's work. Traditionally, representatives of Serbia and Kosovo take part in this debate. UNMIK was established in June 1999 on the basis of Security Council Resolution 1244. This resolution authorized the UN Secretary-General to create a civilian transitional administration in Kosovo.
The Sudan and South Sudan
The Security Council has been carefully following developments in the Sudan and South Sudan for many months. Now that the two sides have signed a series of agreements on 27 September under pressure from the Security Council and the African Union, in which a host of issues still outstanding between the two sides were resolved, the focus has shifted to the implementation of these agreements. Moreover, agreement must be found on the remaining disputed points.
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Consultations on the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) are to take place on 28 November. UNMISS was initiated on 8 July 2011 under Resolution 1996 (2011). Its core task is to support the government in peace building. UNMISS is also helping to ensure security, establish the rule of law and strengthen the security and justice sectors.
Timor-Leste will be on the Security Council's agenda on 12 November. This time, the focus will be on how the United Nations can place its relations with Timor-Leste on a new footing when the UNMIT mission withdraws at the end of 2012. Since Timor-Leste gained its independence from Indonesia in 1999, the United Nations has supported the country through various missions. UNMIT was established in 2006 under Security Council Resolution 1704 (2006) and extended several times in subsequent years. One of UNMIT's main tasks was to help the government build functioning and stable institutions.
New members in the Security Council
There will also be briefings on the UN missions UNSMIL in Libya, MONUSCO in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and UNAMI in Iraq. The monthly briefing on the situation in the Middle East will take place on 27 November. Furthermore, both the sanctions regime for the Congo in accordance with Resolution 1533 (2004) and the mandate of the group of experts appointed by the Secretary-General must be extended by the end of November.
The newly elected non-permanent members of the Security Council will be able to take part in the Council's closed sessions from 20 November. From January 2013, Argentina, Australia, Luxembourg, South Korea and Rwanda will take their seats on the Security Council for two years as non-permanent members while Germany, Colombia, India, Portugal and South Africa will leave the Council.
The Security Council is the only body in the United Nations that can take decisions binding under international law. It bears primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. It is composed of ten non-permanent members and five permanent members (the United States, France, the United Kingdom, China and Russia).
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"Takes gaming back to its roots and makes it enjoyable, entertaining and amusing." - ImpulseGamer
"For an indie game that was created by Mark and a handful of other people, this is actually really impressive." - ZTGameDomain
"Mark Leung: Revenge of the Bitch" is the first episode in a series of parody role-playing games that has been dubbed by one critic as "Final Fantasy meets the Internet."
Set in the vast world of Untitled, "Revenge of the Bitch" combines adventure and classic turn-based battle sequences with monsters ranging from adorable housecats to ruthlessly high pot-smoking purple monsters. The game features five playable characters, customizable classes and up to 30 hours of gameplay. Written, conceived and designed by Mark Leung himself!
"Revenge of the Bitch" is an indie game built with the blood, sweat, tears and other bodily fluids of a small and slightly insane team of developers. In addition to designing all the monsters in the game, Mark Leung himself also provide voiceovers for most of them, wack-a-doodle!
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A fun RPG with several flawsEmperorZorn | Aug. 13, 2013 | See all EmperorZorn's reviews »
Mark Leung - Revenge of the Bitch is a roleplaying game which parodies classical games of this genre. It has a surprisingly solid battle system, hilarious monster designs and a bizarre story bound to make you chuckle on more than just one occasion. The live action cutscenes and selfmade voice acting make it obvious that this game has been made by a group of students as an independent production. But it also reflects how much effort those people put into this game. Overall Revenge of the Bitch is a fun experience for players who enjoy the atmosphere of classical JRPGs and have a good sense of humor.
Acceptable RPGlok0812 | July 31, 2013 | See all lok0812's reviews »
This you will find it similar to more of a modern Final Fantasy games without the awesome polished graphics but it is still pretty in its own way with the colorful world. As the title of the game, you probably won't take this game seriously and you really shouldn't since it is more of a parody of everyday memes are included in the game. Players shouldn't feel offended or find the developers of the game lazy on naming the things in their game world. Gameplay wise it plays like any of the eastern RPG games with turn based combat. One great thing about such game is the level of humors and it delivered. All in all, don't let the title of the game fooled you, give this game a try and you just might like it.
Not Bad At Allravestar | June 20, 2013 | See all ravestar's reviews »
Mark Leung - Revenge of the Bitch is a parody of of Final Fantasy, and a pretty good game by itself. When I first heard of the game, the title made me curious enough to check it out. It make fun of anything in pop culture with characters like jostin bieber. The cut scenes are great, making me laugh with over the top characters. You step into a world as Mark Leung who goes around killing animals and get involve in a religion warfare involving the Church of Vegetology... The funny and unexpected storyline is what kept this game interesting, The negative things is that the characters catchphrases are repeated, so it gets abit annoying after a long time. The level design is also abit boring and plain to look at. But overall Revenge of the Bitch is a fun game for those with a sense of humor, this is a good way to pass the time.


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By Caroline Baum
It was painful to watch: Energy Secretary Steven Chu, onetime advocate of higher gas prices, explaining his change of heart at a Senate hearing this week.
Asked by Senator Mike Lee, Republican of Utah, about his oft-cited 2008 statement that "somehow we have to figure out how to boost the price of gasoline to the levels in Europe" to reduce consumption of fossil fuels, on Tuesday Chu said: "I no longer share that view."
Whence the epiphany? First, Chu left academia a few months after that interview to head the DOE. Second, gas prices have shot up to $3.81 a gallon, according to AAA. Third, his boss is facing reelection with polls showing prices at the pump and Obama's popularity moving in opposite directions.
So what's a good Cabinet secretary to do? Take one for the team, of course. "When I became secretary of Energy, I represented the U.S. government," Chu said at the hearing of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee. "Of course we don't want the price of gasoline to go up, we want it to go down."
Of course we don't! At his March 6 press conference, President Barack Obama was asked about his suspected support for higher gas prices to make alternative energy more competitive. "Just from a political perspective, do you think the president of the United States going into re-election wants gas prices to go up higher?" Obama said.
I'm glad he included that phrase "from a political perspective." Otherwise, the public might be fooled by his actions, such as his lobbying of Senate Democrats to reject the Keystone XL oil pipeline, into thinking he -- and his energy secretary -- really do harbor a preference for higher gas prices.
(Caroline Baum is a Bloomberg View columnist. Follow her on Twitter.)
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The West's Favorite Fantasy
Why do we put so much faith in the myth of multilateralism?
Multilateralism is a nice idea, but in the end it's a very rarified and not especially useful one. It is the intellectual product of a comfortable and generally well-intentioned West that, as it turns out, maybe isn't fearful enough for its own existence. The Bush administration has been taken to task for letting the mission determine the coalition, rather than the other way around. But that is how history, especially military history, usually works. If it were otherwise—if coalitions determined missions—the United States might never have launched the D-Day invasion. It didn't matter whether we found the Soviet cause just or Stalin a noble ally; the purpose of Operation Overlord was to open up a second front to defeat the Nazis.
Of course, a large part of history entails facing the consequences of our coalitions. We are often reminded that the terrorists who reduced the World Trade Center towers and their inhabitants to dust were drawn from the same CIA-sponsored warriors who brought the Soviet Union to its knees. Americans know as well as anyone, then, that it is rude to talk about "blowback" in the wake of a massacre; nevertheless, it is a fact that throughout much of the Cold War, the former Soviet Union sponsored the Arab terrorist organizations whose early designs provided the model for the Beslan massacre.
But in the long run, what's much more costly than our alliances of convenience are the coalitions that exist only in the abstract rather than reality. We knew 30 years ago that the Western nations that had created the idea of "the international community" had neither the stomach nor the will to fight global terrorism as one, even if that war was directed against them all. In November 1974, PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat addressed the U.N. General Assembly brandishing a gun holster (he'd been convinced to leave his pistol outside the hall) and warned, "Don't let this olive branch fall from my hand."
As Barry Rubin writes in his biography of Arafat, "To bin Ladin's assistant, [Abu Ubeid el-] Qurashi, a quarter-century later, 'the best proof' of terrorism's value as a strategy was that Arafat was an honored guest at the UN General Assembly just eighteen months after his men gunned down athletes at the Olympic games."
If we're still looking for root causes of Sept. 11, Arafat's coming-out party in the inner sanctum of multilateralism is one of them. The Western caretakers of the international community signaled then that since they could not comprehend the actions and read the intentions of men like Arafat, neither could they protect us from them. For his part, Arafat knew that if 11 members of the Israeli Olympics delegation could be executed on television and he was allowed to walk away, then the guardians of world order were weakest when they let the coalition determine the mission. After three decades of consensus-building that has rationalized terrorist violence as legitimate resistance, the butchering of hundreds of children at Beslan is not beyond reason. It is the logical result of accepting our enemy's description of the world as legitimate.
What Bin Laden and the rest are doing is the work Arafat made possible. At the United Nations, he laughed in the faces of the high priests of international accord and mocked their idols—world peace, safety in numbers, international agreement, and multilateral action. It's time we acknowledged that these were always false gods.


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– Thanks to Trevor Griffis and Zach Oakes for the following WWE SmackDown spoilers from tonight's tapings in Rockford, Illinois:
* Randy Orton beat Rob Van Dam in the opener. RVD missed the frogsplash and Orton came right back with a RKO. The match went just under 13 minutes.
* MizTV with The Miz, AJ Lee and Big E Langston is up next. Dolph Ziggler and Kaitlyn end up interrupting. Because he's host, Miz makes Ziggler and Kaitlyn vs. Big E and AJ for SummerSlam. AJ and Big E jump Kaitlyn and Ziggler but they come back and get the upperhand.
* Fandango beat Kofi Kingston with the top rope leg drop in under 5 minutes.
* Daniel Bryan beat Wade Barrett by submission. Barrett came out fully shaven after the attack from Bryan on RAW.
* Kane quickly squashed 3MB in a handicap match after chokeslamming Jinder Mahal. The Wyatt Family appeared on the big screen and Bray Wyatt cut a promo about their Ring of Fire match at SummerSlam.
* Christian beat Alberto Del Rio in just under 20 minutes. This was a non-title match and he won with a roll up. After the match, Del Rio attacked Christian but he countered. Christian left Del Rio laying in the ring.
* Damien Sandow came out with his Money in the Bank briefcase and a referee. Before the bell rang, Cody Rhodes ran down and came leaping off the top rope to stop Sandow from cashing in.
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more carefully planned, beginning with the selection of a project team that conceives,
designs and executes the vehicle. The team usually is led by an engineer who has
demonstrated excellent organizational and project management skills.
Part of the team is the product planning group, which surveys competitive vehicles and immerses itself in the competitors of the vehicle to be developed. Planning also takes into consideration suggestions from owners and focus groups. Suggestions from around the world are pulled together so that the new model will improve on previous product offerings.
The story of the new Legacy and Outback begins with a commitment from Fuji Heavy Industries that the new vehicles were to be elevated from their predecessors. Subaru had a number of goals for the vehicles to be best-in-class in the areas of design, performance, quality, feel and image. Premium and performance were the touchstones for this massive undertaking.
This corporate direction took into account the strengths of the vehicles. In the preceding generations of Legacy and Outback, Subaru developed the mechanicals. Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with its capable and proven engine, powertrain and chassis served as the foundation. To bring it into balance, the new vehicle also needed visual balance. The goal, then, was to make the engine, drivetrain, chassis and styling all on par with each other.
Like most automakers, Subaru used clinics to help determine acceptance of its concept and design direction. Vehicles usually were involved, sometimes in a static display and sometimes driven by participants. At different times, these participants were dealers, customers, industry experts or other groups that could influence the acceptance of the vehicle in some way.
Clinics were not so much discussions of likes and dislikes as they were discussions concerning concepts and emotions. Interviewers determined the impact of emotions on what the participants preferred or how the participants viewed different aspects of a vehicle.
For example, a specific vehicle could be the subject of a clinic to determine the emotional appeal of its exterior styling. Reactions might range from bland to crisp or from aerodynamic to chunky. In these clinics, the team gathered the information, with careful attention paid to which groups of participants most closely resembled the anticipated customer for the vehicle. Accumulated emotional responses from clinics helped direct the project team during development.
In the end, the new Subaru vehicles concept emerged. It would balance charm, a sense of presence and a sense of wonder with performance. Appealing to the emotions and the senses, the 2005 Legacy and Outback also would provoke a reaction from anyone, anywhere in the world to consider it a fun car.
Crossing the first milestone in the process of building this new Subaru was a complex task. Developing it into a showroom vehicle was a massive undertaking going even further, reaching into every part of Subaru.
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The Vatican spokesman the Rev. Federico Lombardi said another handful of cardinals had arrived Monday night, bringing the number of voting-age cardinals up to 110 of the 115 expected to take part.
During the second day of pre-conclave meetings, cardinals asked for information about the management of the Vatican bureaucracy -- and managers responded -- after cardinals said they wanted to get to the bottom of allegations of corruption and cronyism in the Holy See's governance.
Also today, cardinals signed off on a telegram sent to Benedict XVI thanking him for his "brilliant" ministry and his "untiring work in the vineyard of the Lord."
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I'm 10 weeks and not showing at all, nor have I gained any weight - is that normal?
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I am also 10 1/2 weeks pregnant but doesnt show at all too, have no morning sickness, doesnt gain any weight too. What's wrong.posted by armandapieters
I am in the early stages of pregnancy, maybe 4 weeks & feeling flutting or twiching. Is that normal?
Most recent answer (10/22/2012):
I'm guess it is just things preparing for stretching and getting ready to accommodate the baby.posted by Czerenity


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Net income: Increased 1.1 percent to $3.78 billion, or $1.14 a share, from $3.74 billion, or $1.09, a year earlier. Analysts projected $1.14 per share.
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Second-quarter projected earnings: $1.22 to $1.27 per share, as per Walmart's estimates. Analysts project $1.29.
Walmart posted weaker-than-expected quarterly earnings on Thursday due to poor U.S. sales and said its profit for this quarter might also miss Wall Street's forecast.
Everything from pressure on shoppers to a cool start to spring led to an unexpected 1.4 percent drop in sales at Walmart U.S. stores open at least a year, the first drop after six straight gains. Analysts estimated a 0.1 percent decline. Walmart U.S. is by far the company's largest unit with about 59 percent of sales last year.
Consumers with lower incomes have been especially squeezed by higher payroll taxes, consistently elevated gas prices and a shaky employment recovery.
Shares of the world's largest retailer fell 1.7 percent to $78.50 at the close in New York. Walmart has gained 15 percent this year, compared with a 16 percent increase for the Standard & Poor's 500 Index.
"We hadn't seen the business turn around particularly in April," said ITG analyst John Tomlinson. "That was a concern because at that point you would think tax refunds and lower gas prices would have started to help the business."
Chief Executive Officer Mike Duke has cut prices on groceries and other necessities as the chain's lower-income shoppers deal with elevated unemployment and increased Social Security taxes.
Duke said in the statement that the first quarter was marked by "considerable headwinds to top line sales" and that the company's performance will improve throughout the year. Comparable-store sales for Walmart U.S. will be little changed to up 2 percent in the second quarter, the company said.
Unemployment remains "high on the list of concerns" of shoppers surveyed by Walmart, Chief Financial Officer Charles Holley said on a call with reporters Thursday. The U.S. unemployment rate was 7.5 percent in April.
Walmart's sales slowed in January and February after shoppers' incomes were reduced by a 2 percentage-point increase in the payroll tax. They also were hurt by tax returns that were delayed because of forms that were shipped late and additional, federally mandated fraud scrutiny.
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How can I get my husband to desexualize breastfeeding?
How can I get my husband to stop thinking of nursing as something sexual? If our baby had been a girl he might feel differently, but it bothers him when I nurse our infant son. Help!
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Your husband is being crazy. Anyone should know that it is better to breast feed a newborn baby until they develop there digestive system and other systems enough to handle formula. It is also very good for a baby to be breast fed because they develop there immune system a lot better. You husband needs to back off and think of the baby's health instead of how sexual it is, when you are only taking care of your childs most important needs. It shouldn't matter if your baby is a boy or a girl. You could pump, but for some people that isn't stimulating enough for the nipples and your milk ducts don't produce enough milk to feed the baby. It is part of the mothering process to breast feed the baby. If it wasn't supposed to happen then a woman wouldn't have breasts.posted 12/13/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Tell him G-d gave women breasts for nursing. It is by far the healthiest diet for your baby. Your baby will have fewer, if any, ear infections. Nursing dramatically helps your baby's immune system. Clearly, the baby is much better off nursing and it is the healthiest decision you can make for you and your baby. Tell him to grow up and support you in your endeavors to give your son the healthiest start at life. Without his support, it will be very difficult for you.posted 11/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
My husband too sometimes gets aroused when I am breastfeeding. We have a beautiful 4 month old daughter and I dont think it would be different if we had a boy. I just think that his mind is confused and sending happy messages to the wrong place. :) But I do think its very normal.posted 11/29/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Tell him to stop being immature. Breastfeeding is something natural and beautiful and necessary to your child's development. Tell him to stop corrupting a totally innocent thing.posted 11/25/2004 by jeanklone
Cyndie, it sounds as though your husband is feeling a little jealous, and maybe not for the reasons you think. Has he actually made comments that he thinks your nursing is something sexual? If not, he may may be bothered more by the time you spend nursing. When you are a new mom, you tend to feel you've spent most of your day (and night) with your baby at your breast. Be sure to take time, even if it is only a few minutes a day, to make your husband feel special. Give him a hug or just tell him what a wonderful man he is. It is also possible he may be feeling left out when you nurse. Think about it, nursing is a bond that only mothers share with their children. If that is the case, perhaps you could begin to express some of your milk and let him feed it to your son in a bottle a few times a day. And finally, maybe he is bothered seeing your breasts as being more functional than fun. A lot of men feel funny about using your breasts for their own pleasure after seeing them nourish their child. Or perhaps you have been sending him signals (whether intentional or not) that you no longer wish him to see your breasts as something sexual. And if you aren't comfortable with that, it's okay. Just be sure to explain to him that it is temporary and that there are other ways you two will have to work out for expressing your love. Good luck!posted 11/13/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
To Cyndie and anyone else in a similar situation: Help your husband understand that nursing is totally natural and that women have been doing it since the beginning of time (how else have our babies survived over thousands of years and before the developement of scientific "formula"). It sounds like he has an incredibly shallow idea of the purpose of breasts. So it may not hurt to remind him that nursing is the "first" function of the breasts. Explain to your husband Nursing infants (regardless of their sex)is why we have both boys and girls in the world today. If we only fed the girls there would be a serious problem the population. Nursing our babies are the reason we have breasts to begin with, it is their natural purpose. Besides the fact that it is one of the most beautiful experiences life has to offer, let him know it also gives his son the best chances of being healthy, should'nt he want that? Help him see the broader picture not just the shallow ideas associated with breast in today's society. If all else fails, TAKE HIM TO THE ZOO!! So he can see how ALL the animal babies nurse with their mommies! It couldn't hurt to try, this might be more on his level. If this continues to be a problem, you may consider no longer breast feeding. Instead pump your milk and bottle feed. A comprimise would be much better than subjecting your little guy to an idiot. Let me reframe that "to someone who has a grudge and resents your little guy". I personally would not feel safe with my son being around a person like that to begin with. You just never know, and it's not worth being surprised. "Instinct First, Protect and Serve our Young" Sincerely,posted 10/01/2004 by scole4
TIFFANY W - You are way out of line! This website is for mature adults only. Your comment helps none. You are attacking someone you don't know. You are in no way certified to diagnose someone as having a pysch problem. You are preaching and encouraging violence at the same time. I doubt anyone has taken you seriously in your silly accusations.posted 09/26/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Maybe if you explained to him how breastfeeding works. There are many books that show the female milk production system. Emphasize to your husband that your child sees nothing sexual about it and needs milk to thrive and grow. He wouldn't want his little boy to go without food would he?posted 09/26/2004 by a BabyCenter Member
Hi Nicky, My first baby is now 3 months, and breastfeeding has become a peice of cake, but it was really difficult for me at first, but for reasons other than my husband. I haven't had a problem in that area, but I did feel really wierd at first, ESPECIALLY the first time my husband and I were together after the baby and he started to take off my bra and do the same thing the baby does (sorry if inappropriate). Personally, I cannot get excited anymore over nipple stimulation from my husband, but I think some women still do. I think we should all just try to read our husbands like I said before, and try to respond to that. Also, talk to them alot about the beautiful miraculous benefit of breastfeeding. Lastly, I noticed that if you act like there is nothing strange about it at all, it rubs off on the husband. But whatever you do, don't turn down breastfeeding over this!!posted 09/20/2004 by Emmy40
I'm 8 months pregnant with my first baby. It's gonna be a boy. YAY.. But I am also nervous about the response my husband will give.. I'm nervouse and scared about breast feeding for the first time.. everyone says it's normal..but I cant help but feel..VERY hesitant...any advice??posted 09/16/2004 by NickyIsMe
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The collapse of an eight-storey building in Bangladesh on Wednesday, which killed more than 80 people, is one of the world's deadliest accidents of this kind in the past 10 years:
- August 3 - INDIA: At least 31 people are killed when a building collapses after a gas explosion in Gujarat, northwestern India.
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- February 2 - TURKEY: An 11-storey apartment collapses in Konya, central Turkey, killing 92 residents.
- April 11 - BANGLADESH: 47 people die and 116 others are listed as missing after an illegally-built nine-storey factory collapses in Palash Bari, to the north west of Dhaka.
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- December 24 - EGYPT: 35 people die when a 12-storey building subsides in the northern coastal city of Alexandria.
- March 29 - ANGOLA: 30 people die and more than 150 are injured when a police building collapses in Luanda.
- June 1 - BANGLADESH: 25 people die when a building collapses in Dhaka.
- August 11 - NIGERIA: 23 people are killed when a three-storey residential building collapses in the capital Abuja.
- November 15 - INDIA: 67 people die and about 100 are injured when a five-storey residential building collapses in New Delhi after a monsoon.
- January 15 - LEBANON: 27 people are killed when a derelict six-storey building collapses in Beirut.
- January 16 - EGYPT: At least 25 people are killed when a 12-storey building collapses in Alexandria.
- March 29 - TANZANIA: A 16-storey building under construction collapses in Tanzania's economic capital Dar es Salaam, killing 36.
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The Class of 2012 will graduate at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at Marion County High School.
The Marion County Board of Education unanimously approved the change during its meeting Tuesday evening at Lebanon Middle School.
High School Principal Stacey Hall said he'd received multiple complaints about graduation being rescheduled from May 12 to May 19, but the change was necessary when the last day of school was moved to May 15.
The world is changing, so it probably shouldn't be a surprise that Kentucky and Marion County are changing, too.
The community and local businesses need to be prepared to deal with those changes. That was the message Ron Crouch delivered in a presentation March 21 at the David R. Hourigan Center. Crouch is the director of research and statistics for the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. Before accepting his current position, he was the director of the Kentucky State Data Center for 20 years.
Madison Beach went to Ecuador hoping for some education and a little entertainment. Instead, she came back inspired.
"I originally went over there to study before I got into dental school," Beach said. "But when I got over there it ended up being so different. I got to see how they lived and how they went to school. It made me appreciate what I have."
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Jon Anthony (known to family and friends as Mark Horton) is the consummate radio man, and has spent his working life thus far trying to reach listening audiences far and wide.
Allie Evans entered the art classroom with an iPad in hand ready to shoot some video and, hopefully, find a few students to interview about their projects. Evans, an eighth-grader, is part of the communications class that writes, films, edits and produces a weekly newscast at Lebanon Middle School.
"We have a ton of stuff," Evans said after returning in the classroom where she was reviewing that day's video. "And we only use about a third of what we actually take."
A love for milk and tomatoes might have been Aileen Ferrell's secret to longevity.
At least, that's what she told me when I interviewed her back in 2002.
She was ONLY 95 years old at the time.
I can vividly remember sitting in the kitchen of her huge, historic home on Main Street in Lebanon, and talking with her about her love for milk, vegetables (her favorite being tomatoes), dancing and being a mother.
She was just delightful, and funny, too.
By the time you read this, the 2012 General Assembly will be one day away from concluding. We have completed 59 days of the 60 day session, the last day, April 12, is reserved for considering any Governor's vetoes, if any.
Kentucky has received a lot of attention in the past week.
The hype surrounding the Final Four and Monday night's NCAA men's basketball championship game has focused a national spotlight on the Bluegrass State. While fans of the Cards and Cats certainly had plenty to cheer about, not everything reported has been positive news.
First, a report about two fans getting in a fight at a dialysis clinic was either trumpeted in the national media as an example of the passion of local fans or something to laugh about.
The Marion County High School Lady Knights softball team played four games last week. The team alternated wins and losses in the four games. After suffering their first two losses of the year, the team now has a record of 5-2.
Last Monday, the Lady Knights took on Casey County on the road. The Lady Knights jumped out early, and never looked back. The Lady Knights collected 10 hits and scored 15 runs to win the game in five innings.
Marion County 472 20 - 15 10 0
The Marion County High School Knights baseball team played five games last week, picking up a pair of wins and a pair of losses. The first game of the week was suspended in the bottom of the eighth inning due to an electrical malfunction that caused the lights to go out at Hourigan field.
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By Stephanie Rush, U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii Public Affairs
SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - In the past, returning Soldiers who were close to their permanent change of station (PCS) date were often stuck in limbo waiting to receive their official orders, waiting to be released from their command, and waiting to move on to the next stage of their lives when they redeployed to the islands.
This process of hurry up and wait is on the way out, according to Keala Penrose, chief of reassignments, Military Personnel Division (MPD), Directorate of Human Resources (DHR).
"Several years ago, backlogs were experienced," Penrose said. "However, with more recent redeployments, we've begun working with units ahead of time to coordinate reassignment processing while units are still downrange. The reassignment staff works hand in hand with unit commanders to assist Soldiers on assignment instruction to obtain the information required to initiate PCS orders before they redeploy."
To accommodate larger units redeploying, MPD staff conducts special levy briefings for applicable Soldiers during Deployment Cycle Support (DCS) processing at Conroy Bowl. Smaller units and individuals PCSing are still processed, and the weekly levy briefing is still being conducted at Building 750, Soldier Support Center.
By laying the groundwork and following up with Soldiers when they first get back, Soldiers who have not yet completed all requirements are made aware of what's missing as early as possible.
However, Soldiers who are unable to complete their PCS requirements will not be able to obtain their orders during DCS processing at Conroy Bowl.
"A Soldier's S1 (or personnel) shop should be his or her first stop when inquiring about expected orders," Penrose advised. "The trained personnel at the unit will know what paperwork is required or if any mandatory briefings need to be attended."
(Editor's Note: This article ran in the Hawaii Army Weekly's redeployment insert, which was published Nov. 20. To see the entire insert, click here. The insert starts on page 14.)


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My P52 is a little behind, but for a very good reason!
Three months and ten cities later, I have FINALLY finished all of my grad school auditions, job auditions, and competitions!!! I am DONE with planes, trains, and automobiles– it's time to enjoy my last couple of months at Eastman :)
I know that everything happens for a reason, but it was very hard to see that reason clearly when I was sleep-deprived and living out of a suitcase. However, now that I've seen the light at the end of the tunnel, I totally get it the reason for all of this traveling. These three months have taught me to appreciate HOME. There is a lot to be said for coming home at the end of the day to a familiar neighborhood, lit candles, your own bed, a freshly cooked meal, and the ability able to run around in your pajamas if you want to. More than anything though, the beauty of the lovely little place in Rochester that I call home lies in the PEOPLE. Rochester would not be home without the second family that I've come to love over these last four years. I would go as far as to say that the people are the most important part of my education at Eastman…without all of the wonderful classmates, mentors, and neighborhood friends that I've met, I would not have grown half as much. THANK YOU to everyone who has touched my life, even in the smallest ways. These next two months, my goal is to get out of the practice room, get off of my computer, and celebrate these friendships for the brief time that we're still together.
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Photos 1-8: My second trip to NYC this semester, including a late-night walk through Times Square and the addition of a wonderful new friend.
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'W' National Park, Niger
Geographical location
'W' National Park (11°54'-12°35'N, 2°04'-2°50'E) is a World Heritage Site that is some 150 kilometers (km) south-east of Niamey, on the bank of the River Niger and extending to the point where the borders of Niger, Burkina Faso and Benin meet, in Niamey Department.
Date and history of establishment
Established as a National Park by Decree on 4 August 1954; originally classified as a Faunal Reserve and State Forest on 25 June 1953 by Decree No. 4676. Recognized as an internationally important wetland site under the Ramsar Convention in 1987. In April 1996 the government of Niger officially notified the project to create a Biosphere Reserve in the W region of Niger, with the 'W' National Park as a core zone.
Inscribed on the World Heritage List as a natural property in 1996.
220,000 hectares (ha); contiguous to Tamou (75,600 ha) and Dosso (306,500 ha) buffer Faunal Reserves, and to 'W' National Parks in Burkina Faso (190,000 ha) and Benin (502,000 ha).
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From 180 meters (m) to 338 m (Yeriyombou), with an average height of 250 m.
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The Niger River constitutes the north east border of the Park. The Park takes it's name from the double bend of the Niger River between the points where two seasonal tributaries, the Tapoa (north-west) and the Mékrou (south-east), flow into it. The Park forms the extreme peneplain extension of the old massif of Atakora. The soils are generally shallow and infertile with a high iron content, particularly in the upland areas in the interior. Depressions and stream valleys tend to have deeper and more fertile soils while extensive rock outcroppings are found along the Niger and Mékrou rivers. The Park consists of a lateritic peneplain, with rock outcrops of quartz, schists and gneisses. The oldest rocks are of Precambrian age, and the park is cut from south-west to north-east by the Atakora quartzite chain.
The area is typically Sahelo-Sudanian, with summer monsoon rains. The temperature ranges from a maximum of 31.2° Celsius (C) to a minimum of 10.7°C during for the coldest month (January) and from a maximum of 44°C to a minimum of 26°C during for the warmest month (May). Rainfall, which is very unreliable, occurs on 30-50 days per year, averaging between 500 and 800 millimeters (mm).
The vegetation types, dominated by Sudanese wooded savanna, have been described by Koster. The park lies in the transition zone between Sudan and Guinean savannas. A total of 454 plant species have been described in 1983, although a more recent estimate indicates 500 plant species or more are present. Six principal habitat types are found, including: shrublands (established on lateritic and sandy soils), savanna woodlands and deciduous gallery forests (located along seasonal watercourses), semi-deciduous gallery forests (on transition with damp thalwegs and dry plateaus, evergreen gallery forests (established on deep soils), and flooded plains along the Niger River. The secondary forest, which occupies a low altitude zone and approximately 70% of the park, comprises a mixture of grassland and rather stunted savanna woodland with such species as Celtis integrifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Balanites aegyptiaca, Parkia biglobosa, Diospyros mespiliformis, Bauhinia reticulata, Adansonia digitata, Tamarindus indica, Terminalia avicennioides, Prosopis africana, Pterocarpus erinaceus, Piliostigma reticulatum, scrubland species such as Combretum spp., Guiera senegalensis, Acacia spp. and Lannea spp., and grasses such as Andropogon gayanus. Many of these species are also present in the gallery forests, which occupy much of the remaining 30% of the area, and which also support Anogeissus leiocarpus, Borassus aethiopum, Mitragyna inermis, Vitex chrysoclada, and hold Cola laurifolia and Kigelia aethiopum. Species of interest include the only two Orchid species recorded in Niger Eulophia cucculataa, E. guineensis, and the insectivorous plant Drosera indica, all of which are sensitive to grazing and trampling. The Park also contains the only significant remaining tracts of riparian forest in Niger, those outside the Park having been largely cut down or degraded. The wild flora includes herbaceous species such as millet Pennisetum sp., Digitaria sp., Euleusine sp., rice Oryza sp., and leguminous plants Vigna sp, representing important genetic resources for biological conservation and research.
The park contains typical northern Sudanese savanna fauna and the only remaining populations of elephant Loxodonta africana (T), buffalo Syncerus caffer and kob Kobus kob in Niger. Giraffe Giraffa camelopardalis and giant eland Tragelaphus derbianus (T) are not present. More than 70 diurnal mammals have been described, including a number of carnivores such as spotted hyena Crocuta crocuta, common jackal Canis aureus, serval Felis serval, caracal F. caracal, lion Panthera leo, cheetah Acinonyx jubatus (T), and wild dog Lycaon pictus (T), previously considered locally extinct. The fauna also includes Anubis baboon Papio anubis, patas monkey Erythrocebus patas, and ungulates such as warthog Phacochoerus aethiopicus, hippopotamus Hippopotamus amphibius, bushbuck Tragelphus scriptus, red-flanked duiker Cephalophus rufilatus, common duiker Sylvicapra grimmia, Defassa waterbuck Kobus ellipsiprymnus, reedbuck Redunca redunca, roan antelope Hippotragus equinas, hartebeest Alcelaphus buselaphus, topi Damaliscus lunatus, oribi Ourebia ourebi, and red-fronted gazelle Gazella rufifrons. Approximately 350 bird species are found. Migratory aquatic birds are common between February and May. Guinea-fowl (Numididae), bustards (Otididae), hornbills (Bucerotidae) and francolins Francolinus sp. are found throughout the park, and raptors such as vultures (Accipitridae), fish eagle Haliaeetus vocifer, martial eagle Polemaetus bellicosus, and Gobar goshawk Melieraz gabar are also common. The waterbirds most frequently encountered include goose and duck (Anatidae), waders (or shorebirds), ibis (Threskiornithidae), stork (Ciconiidae), heron and egret (Ardeidae). Reptiles occurring in the river include Geochelone sulcta, Trionys triungis, Varanus niloticus, Python sebae, Python regius, Bitis arietus and Nile crocodile Crocodylus niloticus (V). Fishes are typical of the Niger River fauna. Species lists are given in Rép. Niger (1995).
The last census of large mammal populations took place in 1978. Increased hunting and grazing and the expansion of agriculture has caused big mammals to migrate into the Park from within Niger and from the Benin and Burkina Faso W National Park. A number of species have shown an increase in abundance during the last year, although no recent census has been conducted to confirm this.
Cultural heritage
The park has been occupied since the Neolithic period, contributing to the development of the current landscape. Wild plant species play a role in traditional land use and agriculture.
Local human population
The park is frequented by thousands of Fulani cattle farmers, during annual migrations. The interaction between nature and humans is evidenced by the role played by local trees such as Baobab Adansonia digitata, Karité Butyrospermum parkii, Tamarindus indica and herbaceous plants in traditional land use and agriculture.
Visitors and visitor facilities
The tourism season is open from December to May. Visitors need permission to enter the Park. Admission is free only for Niger nationals. The Park receives around 3,000 visitors per year. Infrastructure includes an information service situated at Tapoa, the Park headquarters, 700 km of trails and the Tapoa Hotel with 25 air conditioned rooms.
Scientific research and facilities
Surveys on bats, mammals, birds, and plants have been conducted. Students from the Institut Pratique de Développement Rural de Kolo have examined the following subjects: impact of border human population on the park, methods and strategies for fire prevention and water resources in the Park. No research program has been organized and most of research has been conducted by the U.S. Peace Corps. A research plan is under preparation.
Conservation value
The park includes ecosystems that have developed through interaction with man since the Neolithic times. The park hosts the largest populations of ungulates in West Africa, and wild plant species, important for conservation and genetic research, are found. The wetland area is of international importance for the conservation of birds, being recognized under the Ramsar Convention. The Park is contiguous to other protected areas in Burkina Faso and Niger, increasing the value of all the sites for the survival of species which need large areas for seasonal migrations.
Conservation management
In 1977, 12 waterholes were constructed to attract wildlife and 20 were constructed in 1984. Annual burning of grass in the months following rain has been successful in reducing rank grass, but in the long-term this depletes the desired perennial grasses, which are out-competed by shrubs. Late dry season fires would enhance perennial grasses which are the basic food of many indigenous large herbivores. Since 1992, efforts have been made to involve local populations in the conservation management. There has been development of fire management and park management plans, all carried out by US Peace Corps volunteers. A Management Plan is under preparation, financed under the Regional Project (European Development Fund) from 1995. The plan aims to ensure the integrity of the site, and the creation of a Biosphere Reserve, including both Tamou and Dosso Reserves, with W National ParK forming the core zone.
Management constraints
Poaching, illegal grazing and annual migrations of Fulani cattle, uncontrolled bush fires, fishing, and cultivation within the park occur. Grettenberger (1991) reported that poaching has affected significantly elephant and antelopes populations. According to the Niger République (1995), proposals for phosphate mining and damming of rivers are unlikely to be executed, due to the lack of environmental impact study. The same source mentions that poaching, illegal grazing and bush fires have been reduced significantly following active conservation management.
A total of twenty staff is charged with the management and surveillance of the park.
Annual budget during 1995 was US$10,000 (excluding salaries), from Government and NGOs. The Regional Project (Benin, Burkina Faso and Niger) funded by the European Development Fund and planned to start in 1995, is estimated at 20 million ECU. A joint project of US$429,000 for the park and Tapoa Reserve was planned for three years beginning in 1991, to be funded by Peace Corps/USAID. The project aimed to integrate the local population in the conservation of the Park, by conservation education and sustainable use of natural resources. The National Hunting Office (Office National de la Chasse, FAC) in France, funded in 1989 a US$40,000 project, for improving infrastructure, management and surveillance.
IUCN management category
- Category II (National Park)
- Natural World Heritage Site - Criteria: ii, iv
Further reading
- Grettenberger, J.F. (1984). 'W' National Park in Niger. A case for urgent assistance, Oryx 18(4): 230-236.
- Grettenberger, J.F. (1991). A Note on Niger - Regional Rundown, Gnusletter 10: 13-14.
- Koster, S. (1977). The ecology of Parc National du 'W' du Niger, M.Sc. Thesis, Michigan State University.
- Koster, S. (1981). A survey of the vegetation and ungulate populations in Park W, Niger. MS thesis. Michigan State University, East Lansing. 134pp.
- Koster, S. & Grettenberger, J. (1983). A preliminary survey of birds in Park W Niger. Malimbus, 5: 62-72.
- Le Berre, M. & L. Messan (1995). The W region of Niger: assets and implications for sustainable development. Nature & Resources, 31(2): 18-31.
- MHE (1991). Plan de Conservation de l'Eléphant au Niger. Ministère de l'Hydraulique et de l'Environnement. Direction de la Faune, Pêche et Pisciculture. Niamey, Niger.
- Newby, J. (1986). Niger plans wildlife protection. WWF Monthly Report for July. WWF Project 1624.
- Newby, J. et al. (1981). Plan d'aménagement du Parc National du 'W' du Niger. Foréts et Faune, Niamey.
- Poche, R. (1973). Niger's threatened park 'W'. Oryx 12(2): 216-222 .
- Poche, R. (1975). The Bats of the National Park W Niger, Africa. Mammalia, 39(1): 39- 50.
- Poche, R. (1976a). A checklist of National Park W, Niger. Africa Mig. Field. 41(3): 113- 115.
- Poche, R. (1976b). Notes on the Primates in the Park National W Niger, West Africa. Mammalia 41(2): 187-198.
- Rép. Niger (1995). Convention du patrimoine mondial. Formulaire de proposition d'inscription: Parc National W du Niger. 15p + annexes.
- Rép. Niger (n.d). Parc National W du Niger. Fiche signalétique.
Disclaimer: This article is taken wholly from, or contains information that was originally published by, the United Nations Environment Programme-World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC). Topic editors and authors for the Encyclopedia of Earth may have edited its content or added new information. The use of information from the United Nations Environment Programme-World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) should not be construed as support for or endorsement by that organization for any new information added by EoE personnel, or for any editing of the original content.


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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – Former Halliburton chief technology officer Dr. Vikam Rao has joined the Research Triangle Energy Consortium (RTEC) as executive director.
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RTEC member organizations are seeking to develop research-based solutions to a wide variety of energy-related challenges such as power generation, transportation, energy policy and climate change.
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Rao is the author of more than 40 publications and has been awarded 24 patents in fields that include non-ferrous metal refining, alloy formulations, and oil and gas technology. He serves as director of the board of Opal Energy Inc., and on the advisory boards of KaDa Research Inc., PointCross Inc. and the University of Houston's School of Engineering.
Rao earned a doctorate degree and a master's in engineering from Stanford University, and holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology in Madras, India.
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Last June, sculptor Ned Kahn's 17-year-old son approached him with a box.
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"I got you a traditional Father's Day gift," Ben Kahn warned his Dad. "But it's not a traditional Father's Day gift."
Inside was a tie—made of polished, perforated aluminum. The gift was especially significant because Ben had fashioned it in the workshop of San Francisco's Exploratorium: the legendary hands-on science museum where Ned had served as artist-in-residence for 14 years.
Even so, the tie seemed incongruous; a more appropriate gift might have been a silk-lined hard hat. Though Kahn appears pensive and soft-spoken, this large-scale environmental artist has won international acclaim by building tornadoes, orchestrating the wind and channeling ocean tides into explosive blowholes.
Kahn, a youthful 51, has a narrow face and dark eyes that often focus in the distance. He majored in botany and environmental science at the University of Connecticut, then worked at the Exploratorium from 1982 until 1996. Physicist Frank Oppenheimer, the museum's brilliant and eccentric founder (and the younger brother of J. Robert Oppenheimer), became his mentor.
"Finally, I had someone I could ask all the questions that had been puzzling me for years. Like, 'What's actually flowing through a wire when you turn on the light?' Frank loved questions like that," recalls Kahn. "He would lead me through all the electricity exhibits in the museum, explaining them in detail. Then he'd end this long explanation by saying, 'Basically, we don't know what flows through a wire!'
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