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February 24, 2015, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST: Public Meeting, Washington, D.C.
IFSAC presenters provided updates on completed and ongoing projects focusing, on a key project where IFSAC developed, for the first time, a single approach to produce harmonized foodborne illness source attribution estimates from outbreak data for Salmonella, Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157, Listeria monocytogenes, and Campylobacter. IFSAC provided an overview of the project approach, analytical methods, results, and the utility of estimated attribution.
Objectives of the Public Meeting:
- Share IFSAC's progress toward our goals.
- Engage with the public and our food safety partners on IFSAC work to improve foodborne illness source attribution.
- Solicit feedback on plans for future IFSAC endeavors.
Webcast of the Public Meeting
Transcript of the Public Meeting [PDF - 100 pages]
Webcast Recording Disclaimer:
This public meeting, held February 24, 2015, was recorded live and real-time closed captioning was provided. Viewers of the recorded webcast will notice some errors in the closed captioning of the presentations, which is to be expected during a live event. The written transcript is the official record of the public meeting. Errors have been corrected.
Meeting Materials: Agenda [PDF - 2 page], IFSAC Overview [PDF - 1 page], IFSAC Speaker Biographies [PDF - 3 pages], Panelist Biographies [PDF - 3 pages], IFSAC Project Report [PDF - 12 pages], Project Report Summary [PDF - 1 page]
Presentations: Meeting Welcome [PDF - 2 pages], IFSAC History [PDF - 9 pages], Project Overview [PDF - 36 pages], Estimating Attribution [PDF - 68 pages], FSIS Future Application [PDF - 9 pages], FDA Future Application [PDF - 12 pages], IFSAC Future Directions [PDF - 20 pages]
January 10, 2014: Webinar entitled, "Are Outbreak Illnesses Representative of Sporadic Illnesses?"
- Presenters shared an analysis comparing the characteristics of illnesses associated with foodborne outbreaks with those that are not linked to outbreaks.
- Webinar | Webinar addendum [PDF – 1 page] | Presentation slides [PDF – 36 pages] | Presentation transcript [PDF - 12 pages]
July 30, 2013 (Charlotte, NC): IFSAC symposium entitled, "U.S. Interagency Collaboration on Foodborne Illness Source Attribution" at the 2013 IAFP (International Association for Food Protection) Conference
July 22, 2013 (Chicago, IL): IFSAC presentation entitled, "The chicken and the egg – a study of source attribution estimates for Salmonella enterica serotype Enteritidis" at the American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) Annual Meeting
June 18, 2013 Webinar entitled, "Improving the Categories Used to Classify Foods Implicated in Outbreaks"
- The tri-agency collaboration held its first webinar to discuss the improvements to the food categorization scheme used by regulatory agencies to inform food safety decision-making.
- Watch the webinar | Presentation slides [PDF - 36 pages] | Presentation transcript [PDF - 6 pages]
December 9-12, 2012 (San Francisco, CA): IFSAC participation in symposium at Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) 2012 Annual Meeting
January 31, 2012 (Washington, DC): IFSAC Public Meeting
The purpose of this public meeting was to discuss federal efforts to advance understanding of foodborne illness source attribution and to develop a path forward towards harmonized estimates for priority foodborne pathogens among CDC and the regulatory agencies.
The objectives of the public meeting were to:
- Update and engage stakeholders on federal agency foodborne illness attribution work
- Present the path forward as described in the draft IFSAC strategic plan and supporting projects
- Solicit public feedback on IFSAC work and overall federal efforts to improve foodborne illness source attribution.
- Meeting Archive
December 5, 2011 (Charleston, SC): IFSAC participation in symposium at Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) 2011 Annual Meeting
August 15, 2011 (Silver Spring, MD): FDA Risk Communication Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the challenges of communicating about evolving methods in the attribution of foodborne illness and provided input and feedback to IFSAC team members on work completed thus far and efforts to communicate findings with stakeholders.
July 21, 2010 (Chicago, IL) and October 20, 2010 (Portland, OR): Public meetings entitled, "Measuring Progress on Food Safety: Current Status and Future Directions"
The purpose of these public meetings was for the Agencies to gather information from stakeholders, including the regulated food industry, state regulators, and consumer groups, on the metrics the participants are using to assess performance in food safety. The Agencies were also interested in additional input from participants on their understanding and perceptions of metrics currently being used by the Federal agencies. Foodborne illness source attribution was a subject of conversation and discussion.
Chicago Meeting:
- Chicago Meeting News Release
- Chicago Meeting Federal Register Notice
- Chicago Meeting Agenda
- Transcript of Chicago Meeting, July 21, 2010 [PDF - 208 pages]
Portland Meeting:
March 30, 2010 (Washington, D.C.): Public Workshop entitled "Measuring Progress on Food Safety: Current Status and Future Directions"
The FDA hosted a Public Workshop entitled, Measuring Progress on Food Safety: Current Status and Future Directions. The purpose of the Workshop was to inform the public about current measurements for assessing progress in food safety and associated methodological issues and to discuss potential improvements.
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Economic costs come not from same-sex households but from single-parent households.
The 2010 Census reported some 0.77 percent of households in same-sex relationships, and the best studies on the matter pinpoint no measurable economic consequences for good or ill in such arrangements. The condition of same-sex marriage or household arrangements possesses no economic consequences.
However, the debate itself does have consequences because it crowds out honest deliberation on the real problems of collapsing families. These problems carry with them enormous fiscal and social costs that demand deep attention.
The world was an imperfect place in the 1950s, but fewer than one in 20 children were born to unmarried mothers. While the 1950s were a time when women and minorities were especially disadvantaged, the much-welcomed gains of civil rights were accompanied by startling collapse of family conditions, which in turn erased many of the gains in individual freedom.
A half-century ago, a smaller share of black children were born to unmarried mothers than those who were born to unwed whites, but for both groups the numbers were small, less than 5 percent.
Today, six in 10 black kids and four in 10 white kids are born to incomplete families. The absence of a parent and the financial hardship of these families are devastating to our nation's fiscal, economic and social health.
The economic outcomes for children of single moms are dismal. Virtually all long-term poverty, most welfare payments, most Medicaid and other forms of social assistance go to such families. So, too, higher costs of schooling and incarceration.
Indeed, if we could erase the costs of unwed parenting, our budget would instantly run a dramatic surplus. By my reckoning we'd save just under $1 trillion in federal spending per year and probably another $1 trillion in state spending.
It is a bigger annual cost than any other budget outlay, including wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Moreover, these kids fail in school and in life at rates far higher than their peers, perpetuating the problems.
There are several and sometimes competing explanations why children of unwed moms do so poorly in life. I suspect the complexity of the issue argues against any one cause. Suffice it to say, the effects have unwrought the many gains of the civil rights period.
The new-found opportunities for women cannot be realized by those who bear children without partners.
For black households, the challenge is deeper. The disadvantaged conditions most black children face today no longer can be honestly attributed to centuries of racism. Black families were stronger a generation ago than now. Today the culprit is poor parenting decisions.
The debate we should be having would confront the challenge of restoring the power of the family in our national life, while preserving individual freedom and opportunity.
We mustn't go back to a time when women and minorities were less equal citizens, but we will not go forward until we can, to some degree, restore families to a central place.
So, the debate over same-sex marriage robs from us a wider, more critical discourse about the far more pressing social and economic problem of families today.
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Again, thanks to our DVC points, a 4 day trip to Disney`s Vero Beach seemed like a good idea. We were last there in 2002 following our first DCL cruise and we remembered how relaxing this resort is especially after the dashing around at WDW.
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Now according to Mapquest, the driving time to VB from our villa should have taken us 1 hour and 57 minutes to cover the 108.39 miles to be precise!
In fact our journey time was a staggering 6 HOURS!
We set out from the villa around 11.00am, along the Turnpike South before exiting at junction 153 to pick up SR-60E, travelling along this road for 20 miles or so when my DW let out a yell and said Oh my God! in a load voice. [We were now about 10 minutes away from our destination].
She had just remembered that she had left her dresses and evening clothes back at the villa! Although I had put our suitcases in the trunk, I was blissfully unaware that my DW had put these items on hangers in the wardrobe and she had omitted to tell me about them, which at least let me of the hook!
After a quick mental calculation [following a few choice words! ], I reckoned that it would be a darn site cheaper to drive back to our villa to collect them rather than buying my DW some new clothes so this is what we did. Needless to say but very little conversation took place between us over the following 200 miles or so!
After stopping for a snack lunch on the return journey, we finally landed at VB at around 5.00pm.
We had booked a sea view room in the main building and one of the CM`s said [after the customary Welcome Home] that we had been assigned one of the rooms that is often requested to which I replied I bet you say that to all your guests. It was only when we saw our room that I could have eaten my words as Room # 2317 was HUGE!
On the left as you entered was a kitchen area in a 20ft. corridor, at the end of which was a comfy chair beneath a window. Turning right, you passed by a built in wardrobe with the bathroom to the rear having a washing area with sink outside. Beyond this was the bedroom with 2 queen size beds in an area with 2 windows looking out to the ocean [which was around 50ft.away] and at the end were patio doors leading onto a balcony overlooking the pool. The room is located in the corner of the main building hence the reason for the vast amount of floor space provided....oh and there was even a towel animal on the bed!
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VB has 2 restaurants, Shutters [family dining] and Sonya`s [a more adult restaurant]. Unfortunately we were told that Sonya`s was only open on Thurs./Fri. & Sat. [today was Monday ..Sept.28th], so Shutters was our only option.
As soon as our allotted server came to our table she said Haven`t I served you before? Upon reading her CM badge and seeing the name Helen, Nottingham, England, I remembered that she had indeed served us before on our previous visit to VB when we spoke at length about DCL as her parents had just done one of their cruises. Up to then my mind was racing as to why she recognised us. Had I given her a huge tip at the time? Or worse still, a tiny one? In the event it was that discussion about DCL back in 2002 that sparked the recognition, but what a memory Helen had eh?
As mentioned earlier, VB is a very relaxing location and there is not a lot to do there apart from chilling out which suited us just fine. Probably the most energetic thing we did was to walk along the beach in the morning or after dinner, making sure not to go near the turtle nesting sites that are scattered around, the rest of the time being spent lazing around the pool. At last I could at least read the book that I had brought with me .Richard Branson`s autobiography which is aptly titled Losing my Virginity along with listening to some music on my portable player via the headset.
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On Wednesday [30th] we decided to drive into Vero Beach town which is around 10 miles from the resort to check out the restaurants there in order to find a new location for dinner for a change.
Parking the car alongside the ocean I approached a middle aged couple who looked like locals, asking them for their dining recommendations. They were indeed locals and suggested that we try a restaurant called Pearl, located on the main street which is where we went in order to make a reservation for this evening.
We noticed how deathly quiet the town seemed and Pearl, although closed, seemed like a good choice so we decided to return later this evening and hopefully have dinner there as a walk in.
We returned at around 7.30pm and we had no problem in securing a table as there were only 6 other diners in the entire place. We had a great meal with very attentive service and we were told later at the more busy times of the year that you need to make a reservation for Pearl around 2 weeks in advance as it is so popular!
On our last night at VB we opted to visit Sonya`s for dinner as this was the first [and last] opportunity we would have to dine there.
While waiting downstairs sitting in a rocking chair on the porch of the main building waiting for my DW to get ready for dinner, I noticed a strange phenomenon out at sea that I had never witnessed before. A passer by told me that it was a water spout which is like a tornado out at sea which sucks the ocean up in a column of water.
I dashed back to our room to grab my camera but by the time I returned [and got rid of the condensation from my camera], it had all but disappeared but I managed to get a reasonable shot for posterity.
Water spout
Again we had Helen as our server at Sonya`s. She asked us if we had seen the sharks earlier today! Apparently sharks are seen in the ocean within a few feet of the shore at VB, however so far they haven`t attacked any guests, and earlier today several of them were spotted swimming around chasing shoal of fish not far from the shoreline apparently!
We had an excellent dinner in very relaxed surroundings. As it was so quiet generally, there were only a handful of fellow diners so we were able to have quite a lengthy conversation with Helen, promising to re-visit the resort before another 7 years have passed by!
On Friday [Oct 2nd.] I went for an early morning stroll along the beach to take in my last view of the ocean for a while, catching the sunrise which I attempted to photograph.
After breakfast we headed back to Orlando and our villa, this time within a driving time of well under 2 hours!


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Basket party held Saturday in PawletMay 15,2013PAWLET — The West Pawlet Fire Department will host a basket party starting at 11 a.m. Saturday to benefit the operating needs of the department.
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1. Re: disadvantages of packagesWilliam Robertson Mar 15, 2008 12:58 PM (in response to 599381)You'll have to explain what you are comparing them to.
2. Re: disadvantages of packagesJohn Spencer Mar 15, 2008 4:32 PM (in response to 599381)There are none, as long as they don't weigh the same as a duck.
3. Re: disadvantages of packages6363 Mar 16, 2008 1:38 AM (in response to 599381)They sometimes get delivered when you are not at home.
4. Re: disadvantages of packages611118 Mar 17, 2008 5:51 PM (in response to 599381)A long time ago a cluster of users from Packages at the sea went to the Oracle to query how stop their ongoing contention. Each side was trying to get the upper hand and leverage those advantages against the other side. It had to stop. They were told they might be able to function as a society they would come together at the table, and clarify their procedures and views in a routine fashion.
Heeding the words of the Oracle they linked together, and stopped their wars. The advantages of Packages, were now known as the Disadvantages of Packages, and are taught so they may never repeat.
The story is very interesting. I can't wait for the sequel.
5. Re: disadvantages of packages589667 Mar 17, 2008 6:11 PM (in response to 599381)They can do a lot of things, with the exception of making English tea and cucumber sandwiches.
6. Re: disadvantages of packagesBilly~Verreynne Mar 17, 2008 8:32 PM (in response to 599381)As you can see from the humorous responses, there are no disadvantages. Your question is like asking "What are the disadvantages of a Hammer?".
Any so-called disadvantage one can think of, is in fact a rule where using the hammer is using the wrong tool for the job. Like driving in screws. Using it to stir a mug of coffee. Or as an essential tool for taking out tonsils.
Ditto for packages.
7. Re: disadvantages of packages611118 Mar 19, 2008 3:32 PM (in response to Billy~Verreynne)Billy, disregarding your attempts at sanity...
"What are the disadvantages of a Hammer?"A slew of loud, annoying songs?
a rule where using the hammer is using the wrong tool for the job.You must never have held a hammer. When holding a hammer, everything because so clear. Everything needs a hammer.
Like driving in screws.That would be an odd sight. Though, it would give a new definition to "going for a spin".
Using it to stir a mug of coffee.Let's see, Bob buys coffee. I want to see Bob become bereft of said coffee, without confronting him directly. Angrily, i walk over to Joe and ask him to relieve Bob of his coffee. Joe balks at me. So, i wave my hammer wildly at Joe, and Joe gets to work.
Is that called using a hammer to stir a mug of coffee?
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8. Re: disadvantages of packagesBilly~Verreynne Mar 19, 2008 7:42 PM (in response to 611118)So Brian.. er.. you need your tonsils removed? ;-)
9. Re: disadvantages of packages633691 Apr 14, 2008 10:25 AM (in response to 599381)1. It execute all package unit when we call subprogram of a package.
2. Cache compiled program.
3. Difficult to maintain if package is become lengthy.
4. Specification persist without body.
10. Re: disadvantages of packages450441 Apr 14, 2008 10:31 AM (in response to 633691)
1. It execute all package unit when we call subprogram of a package.That'd would be unexpected. perhaps you mean "loads all package unit"
2. Cache compiled program.Surely an advantage?
3. Difficult to maintain if package is become lengthy.As opposed to hundreds of separate procedures?
4. Specification persist without body.Allowing you global variables and type definitions. Again, a plus.
11. Re: disadvantages of packagesSven W. Apr 14, 2008 10:34 AM (in response to 6363)
They sometimes get delivered when you are not at home.Rofl
12. Re: disadvantages of packagesAPC Apr 14, 2008 10:37 AM (in response to Billy~Verreynne)
There are no inherent disadvantages. Most of things user630688 lists could just as easily feature in a list of advantages of packages. And the size of packaged code is down to proper design more than anything else.
As you can see from the humorous responses, there are no disadvantages.
One thing which has just come up in Oracle-L is from a site where it is easier to implement a piece of functionality as a view or a Crystal report rather than a stored procedure, because stored procedures are subjected to a more exhaustive (i.e. exhausting) change control process. This is not a disadvantage of packages per se, just the sort of silly thing which might lead us to favour a different solution.
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13. Re: disadvantages of packagesBEDE Apr 14, 2008 12:09 PM (in response to 599381)There are disadvantages only when they are poorly designed.
One should think well what functionality has to go into a package and what should go in another package.
Package initialization is a useful thing, that you may not have with standalone func & proc.
Package cursors is yet another thing that may be useful and can't be obtained without packages.
Hiding implementation is yet another good thing which goes together with good design.
I've seen packages that show in the specification lots of things that would better be hidden, being part of the inner working of the package, that one using it need not to know. Showing out all the inner workings of the package may lead to confusion.


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I am trying to build a video calling application. It can either be web based or else desktop application. I've managed to produce a web based one using SilverLight, but when hosting the server part on my server (hosted by GoDaddy), the following code :
Listener_Socket = new Socket(AddressFamily.InterNetwork, SocketType.Stream, ProtocolType.Tcp);
Listener_Socket.Bind(new IPEndPoint(AddressAr[0], Port));
(mainly at .Bind statement) generates the following exception:
Request for the permission of type 'System.Net.SocketPermission, System, Version=188.8.131.52, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=b77a5c561934e089' failed
at System.Security.CodeAccessSecurityEngine.Check(Object demand, StackCrawlMark& stackMark, Boolean isPermSet)
at System.Security.CodeAccessSecurityEngine.Check(CodeAccessPermission cap, StackCrawlMark& stackMark)
at System.Security.CodeAccessPermission.Demand()
at System.Net.Sockets.Socket.Bind(EndPoint localEP)
at WebApplication3.SocketCoderVideoServer.Start_A_Server_On(Int32 Port)
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Recently every time I start my car for the first 15 minutes on the dash in red(picture of the battery) underneath visit workshop. Stop at the mechanics and they check voltage of battery and alternator both check out fine...At 15 minutes of driving light goes out...Any ideas all comments are welcome I really want this fixed. Also, if you know of any reccommended repair shops in delaware county, pa...Thanks
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systemd-networkd — Network configuration
Network Daemon
The new networkd component of the systemd project supports basic network configuration. Despite its early stage of development, one thing is clear: This is a daemon with brains.
The systemd system management daemon appeared in 2010 as a potential replacement for the venerable but outdated init. System management daemons like systemd and init perform the important role of launching necessary services when the system boots, and they listen for requests for other services while the system is running.
Systemd seems to have won the contest as the next-generation init replacement, stepping ahead of Ubuntu's Upstart project. Fedora has used systemd since version 15; other supporters include the new RHEL 7, openSUSE since 12.1, Mandriva 2011, Debian 8, Mageia 2, Gentoo, Arch Linux, and Tizen [1] [2]. Recently, even Ubuntu announced that they were moving to systemd.
In the spirit of Free Software, the recent upsurge in attention for systemd has brought in new energy from community developers working on their own innovations. Norwegian developer Tom Gundersen has added basic network functionality to the systemd project. The imaginatively named daemon systemd-networkd [3] officially became part of the systemd project in release 210. The goal of systemd-networkd is to add a means for managing network configuration through systemd. According to the developers, systemd-networkd "detects and configures network devices as they appear, as well as creating virtual network devices" [4].
Networkd is particular useful with statically configured networks. Very powerful syntax lets the admin configure the network to match existing environmental conditions – for example, on the basis of the properties of the physical network devices, the server architecture, or the virtualization type.
Currently, networkd supports static IPv4 and IPv6 addresses and dynamic IPs via DHCPv4 and IPv4LL. The daemon can even handle bridging, bonding, and VLANs with IP-in-IP and SIT (Simple Internet Transition) tunnels. When this issue went to press, the latest 214 version saw the developers add support for virtual Ethernet (
veth) devices, GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation) tunnels, and VTI (Virtual Tunnel Interface). [Ed note: systemd 215 was released after this article was written.] Networkd uses its own libraries, and these libraries will eventually be available for third-party programs [5].
Less Overhead
Networkd monitors networking both at the administrative and operational level. From an administrative point of view, the daemon detects who manages the device (systemd-networkd or some another framework), and whether the configuration is complete. From an operational point of view, the software determines whether udev has made the low-level settings, whether the device is switched on and the cable is plugged in, whether an IP is set and, if so, what that is.
No extra packages are needed on a server to assign a static IP, because the existing systemd handles the network configuration. One advantage over larger configuration tools such as Gnome NetworkManager, Wicd, or ConnMan is reduced complexity, with fewer packages to install, maintain, or patch. Operations require fewer resources as well.
Following the logic of systemd, the daemon is implemented as a service named
systemd-networkd.service; systemctl activates and starts it:
systemctl enable systemd-networkd.service systemctl start systemd-networkd.service
Like systemd service files, networkd configuration files exist in
/usr/lib/systemd/network. Admins can complement them with higher priority files created locally in
/etc/systemd/network. Currently, there are three types of configuration files:
.network, and
.link Files
.link files, networkd performs basic settings on network devices (name of the network interface, MTU, Wake on LAN, modified MAC address) without having to use the services of, for example, ethtool to do so. Link files contain a
[Match] block in which the admin uses simple keywords to define the units on which to apply the changes defined in the included
[Link] block. The example in Listing 1 is for an Intel E1000 device with a specific MAC address. Lines 4 to 6 query the PCI slot in which the device is inserted, whether the system is running on a virtual machine, and whether the operating system is on a 64-bit system.
Listing 1
LINK File Example
01 [Match] 02 MACAddress=12:34:56:78:9a:bc 03 Driver=e1000 04 Path=pci-0000:02:00.0-* 05 Virtualization=no 06 Architecture=x86-64 07 08 [Link] 09 Name=enp0s25 10 MTUBytes=1450 11 BitsPerSecond=10M 12 MACAddress=cb:a9:87:65:43:21
The desired settings in the example relate to the device name, set an MTU of 1,450 bytes, and a throughput of 10Mbps. Line 12 changes the MAC address. From a technical point of view, udev, which became part of the systemd project in 2012, performs the changes before it notifies userspace of the existence and properties of the device; this avoids potential conflicts.
.link file may, but need not, exist for each device, because networkd additionally uses a standard link file for all devices that contains the basic policies for dealing with names and MAC addresses.
Strictly speaking, these LINK files are not part of networkd, but a udev supplement that lets the admin use a simple and self-explanatory syntax to handle lower level settings without even having to read the rules for the complex syntax and logic of udev. Here, networkd is obviously targeting the needs of maintainers who package Linux distributions; however, it equally benefits Live media that try to configure the launched system to match the current environment.
.network Files
Network files directly configure systemd-networkd. The same matching logic applies as for the LINK files: A
[Match] block defines the devices on which the daemon applies the settings from the
[Network] block:
[Match] Name=en* [Network] DHCP=yes
This example launches DHCP for all interfaces whose names start with
en. The following lines show how to set a static IP address:
[Match] Name=enp0s25 [Network] Address=192.168.0.34/24 Gateway=192.168.0.254
Admins are typically done with configuration at this point, and the server or VM correctly retrieves their IPs – or has them set – if systemd-networkd is enabled.
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Browncoats everywhere are celebrating the news that the full cast of Joss Whedon's Firefly are reuniting for Firefly Online (site down as of this writing). io9 reported the news from San Diego Comicon Friday that Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Alan Tudyk, Morena Baccarin, Adam Baldwin, Jewel Staite, Sean Maher, Summer Glau, and Ron Glass will all be contributing voice acting to the game reprising their characters in the most successful failed show of all time. Alan Tudyk will be doing additional characters, as well, and Michael Fairman will be reprising his role as Niska. As a teaser, the game producers posted a video called "If I Were a Captain" (below) that features the voice of Ron Glass and Captain Mal himself (near the end). Color me giddy!error
Awesome! I'm not really a gamer these days, but I might have to try this out, so I can dip into that 'verse one more time.
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Transco Transfer May Hike Power rates.(Business)
Byline: MYRNA M. VELASCO
Electricity rates have been forecast to go up with the proposed 50-year franchise that the government wants to be transferred to the future private sector concessionaire of the National Transmission Corporation.
The public utility franchise bill for Transco was passed by the House of Representatives and been sent to the Senate for proper action.
According to Party List Rep. Ernesto C. Pablo of the Association of Philippine Electric Cooperatives (APEC), if the franchise is granted this would be a sale full of public pitfalls.
The solon disclosed that President Arroyo has been prodding Congress to fast track the passage of the measure, so the privatization of the National Power Corporation (NPC) can already be started.
Since Transco is a public utility and serves as the backbone of the countrys electricity industry, questions are being raised on the governments intention to surrender commercial control of the business to the assets concessionaire.
Transco, being likened to a toll road, is seen requiring high return on rate base, thus, such will definitely result in increased electricity prices. …


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Although interest rates will rise, Jim Huntzinger, Tulsa-based BOK Financial's chief investment officer, is optimistic the housing market economy is strong enough to withstand the end of the Federal Reserve's multibillion-dollar stimulus program, called quantitative easing.
"Housing prices have moved up pretty dramatically, and I think the housing market is in pretty good shape to weather the storm of higher interest rates without it being too much of a setback," Huntzinger said.
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke announced plans last week to begin drawing back the central bank's $85-billion-a-month bond repurchasing program known as QE3 later this year if the economy continues to improve.
"All of this is based on the belief that the market will continue to improve," said Huntzinger, who takes solace in the fact that Bernanke said the Fed would reconsider its decision to taper off quantitative easing if the nation's slow economic recovery begins to falter over the next few months.
The Fed's announcement led to a sell-off in the bond market this week and caused U.S. stocks to sink and mortgage rates to jump.
The markets were not anticipating the Federal Reserve's announcement that it would end quantitative easing, Huntzinger said.
"I think this is a case of the Fed getting the timing wrong on the announcement — the market was obviously surprised by the announcement last week," Huntzinger said. "The good news is that the news is out, and we know now what the Fed is thinking."
Although mortgage rates rose in reaction to the Fed's announcement last week, interest rates continue to be relatively low, Huntzinger said.
"Looking at historical data, the rates are still remarkably low, so I think the housing market is going to be just fine — even with higher interest rates," he said.
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage hit a record low of 3.44 percent in December but had risen to 4.63 percent on Monday, according to HSH Associates. That's still a pretty good deal for homebuyers, Huntzinger said.
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Norman Kulbe, Oliver Höfft, Angela Ulbrich, Sherif Zein El Abedin, Stefan Krischok, Jürgen Janek, Manuel Pölleth and Frank Endres
Version of Record online: 17 JAN 2011 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201190000
Cover: Copper nanoparticles were made by the interaction of an argon plasma with copper species in an ionic liquid. The electrons of the free plasma reduce the dissolved metal cations at the plasma IL interface (see schematic drawing). The TEM image shows the generated nanoparticles. Further details can be found in the article by N. Kulbe, O. Höfft, A. Ulbrich, S. Zein El Abedin, S. Krischok, J. Janek, M. Pölleth, and F. Endres*on page 32.
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Rosa Di Mundo and Fabio Palumbo
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This commentary addresses the contents of an essay by M. Strobel and C. S. Lyons bearing the title 'An essay on contact angle measurements'; it is also in response to the Editors' call for a discussion on contact angle measurements in general among the readership of Plasma Processes and Polymers.
Michaela Müller and Christian Oehr
Version of Record online: 5 JAN 2011 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000115
The information that could be derived from contact angle measurements is very useful to characterize the outermost layer of a surface until it is carried out carefully. To compare the results with other working groups it is essential to describe the measurement procedure properly.
Giorgina Scarduelli, Graziano Guella, Daniela Ascenzi and Paolo Tosi
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The conversion of methane and carbon dioxide into more useful chemicals is an important research topic. In the present paper, we discuss a multi-diagnostic investigation on the synthesis of liquid compounds by reforming methane with CO2 in a dielectric barrier discharge at atmospheric pressure.
Version of Record online: 16 DEC 2010 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000067
Ionic liquids (IL) are electrolytes with a very low vapour pressure, therefore the generation of stable plasmas above the liquid surface is possible. This free plasma electrode could reduce dissolved metal cations at the plasma IL interface. The generated metal atoms could then form nanoparticles. In this paper we present our investigations on the growth of copper nanoparticles due to the interaction of an argon plasma with CuCl (CuCl2) ionic liquid solutions.
Endre J. Szili, Sameer A. Al-Bataineh, Paul M. Bryant, Robert D. Short, James W. Bradley and David A. Steele
Version of Record online: 6 DEC 2010 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000082
Two different components emanating from a microplasma jet are identified: (i) a particle-based source which spreads from the orifice of the jet and (ii) a photon source, which is highly directional. A variety of microplasma jet operational parameters were adjusted to control both components, which influenced the expansion and nature of surface modification over microscopic areas of a polymer substrate.
Katja Fricke, Hartmut Steffen, Thomas von Woedtke, Karsten Schröder and Klaus-Dieter Weltmann
Version of Record online: 14 DEC 2010 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000093
Etch rates of up to 300nm·s−1can be achieved using an atmospheric pressure plasma jet operating with argon and 1% oxygen admixture. Concerning the potential application of the plasma jet in biofilm removal, the etching of structurally different polymers, that represent model compounds of cell constituents, are examined. A comparison is made between argon plasma and argon with different oxygen admixtures.
S. Sarghini, S. Paulussen and H. Terryn
Version of Record online: 16 DEC 2010 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000054
In this paper, a novel procedure is explored aiming at the deposition of antibacterial coatings. SEM imaging and antibacterial tests demonstrate that the introduction of a precursor into an atmospheric pressure plasma equipment results into the homogeneous deposition of antibacterial layers. The retained antibacterial activity shows up to a 99.9999% reduction of E. coli after 24h of incubation.
Marcel Hähnel, Annette Diener, Üner Kolukisaoglu, Klaus-Dieter Weltmann and Kerstin Thurow
Version of Record online: 3 JAN 2011 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000084
Sterilization of specifically coated surfaces for cell growth by plasma can lead to loss of growth promoting properties. In this paper, a development is presented for the sterilization of microtiterplates by corona-dielectric barrier discharge plasma at atmospheric pressure. Moreover this procedure does not affect cell adhesive coatings like collagen I and poly-D-lysine.
Andreas Vogelsang, Andreas Ohl, Rüdiger Foest, Karsten Schröder and Klaus-Dieter Weltmann
Version of Record online: 29 DEC 2010 | DOI: 10.1002/ppap.201000103
Amino-functional films with a high content of primary amino groups (up to 5.5%) were deposited, using an atmospheric pressure plasma jet. Results for the comparison of this process for two different precursors and gaseous environments are presented and first considerations regarding the polymerisation reaction are given, reflecting the various observed dependencies on the process parameters.


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Football Resistance: Split personality, Sweetheart
On June 18th, 2006 a collective of football fans, journalists and advertisers issued a call to fight violence and racism in soccer through the operation "Football Résistance". This year CLM BBDO is speaking out again with a new campaign entitled Split Personality. Carried by the magazine So Foot, the campaign spotlights the phenomenon of split personalities to raise football supporters' awareness of violence and racism on the terraces.
Advertising Agency: CLM BBDO, Boulogne-Billancourt, France
Chief Creative Directors: Gilles Fitcheberg, Jean-François Sacco
Art Director: Cédric Moutaud
Copywriter: Vincent Pedrocchi
Photographer: Louis David Najar
Account Manager: Sacha Lacroix
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I'm sure smart people cooked this up. But inescapably, it's not a smart series of ads. Sorry.
"Ubi hubave lubearned thubat ubanuby fubool cuban wrubite uba bubad ubad, bubut thubat ubit tubakes uba rubeal gubenubiubus tubo kubeep hubis hubands uboff uba gubood ubone."
-Lubeo Buburnubett
loving your kids doesn't mean you tolerate other races. it doesn't mean you're capable of it. or that you have to do it, really
i get the idea but srsly.


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Ochs Tree Farm
Located on 55 acres of hilly countryside south of Galena, visitors during the last 27 years have enjoyed the holiday tradition of choosing and cutting their very own Christmas trees of 10 different varieties. Ochs offers for sale fresh wreaths and provides a warming house for everyone to share stories in.
The Historic Main Streets of Jo Daviess County
The historic Main Streets throughout Jo Daviess County in northwest Illinois offer a range of regional specialties and unique finds.
At Home in Galena
Enjoy a unique shopping experience with Galena-made candles and body pampering products, as well as custom-made home accessories.
Galena's Kandy Kitchen
Established in 1974 to continue a family tradition of producing small batches of fine handmade confections.
Unique coffee & tea shop. We carry locally roasted coffees, fine selection of teas, sweets and coffee & tea accessories.
Gateway to History
Galena and U.S. Grant souvenirs, books, artisan gifts. Discounted tickets to major historic attractions/tours including Galena & U.S. Grant Museum.
Beijing Buffet
We serve a full Chinese buffet of entrees including a selection of meats and desserts. Open seven days a week.
Great American Popcorn Company
The Great American Popcorn Company was opened in 1994 by Dave Lewis and his wife, Cathie. The shop resides in historic Galena, Illinois and features an average of 50 different flavors of popcorn on a daily basis. Flavors range from Old Fashioned Caramel to Spicy Italian, and the Lewis' have created over 350 flavors since opening the store. The company takes pride in the quality of their popcorn and makes only small batches of a single flavor at a time, so the popcorn is always fresh and unique. If visitors aren't in the mood for popcorn, the store also offers homemade fudge, candy, and chocolate.
Gustafson & Grey, Ltd.
Fine jewelry, antiques and consignments. Where something old is new each day! Great gifts.
Massbach Ridge Winery - Downtown Galena Tasting Room
Join us and taste our award-winning wines. Afterwards relax in the wine lounge with a glass of your favorite. While tasting wines, browse the gift shop stocked full of wine necessities and Massbach-branded apparel.
Klein's Market Bakery
Family-owned and friendly, we offer a variety of fresh flavorful breads, frosted cookies, frosted cinnamon rolls and hot coffee.
Chef Ivo's Place
Galena Canning Company's Chef Ivo brings his flavor to the table incorporating the tastes you have grown to love at an affordable price. Known for his trademark sauces, salsas and jellies, this new restaurant above Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery's tasting room, will feature entrees from around the world that have made an impression on the chef himself.
Timothy's Table
A unique bulk and specialty food store cross merchandised with complimentary accessories. This store is simply one of a kind.
Galena Main Street Bazaar
We feature dog and cat toys/supplies; collectibles, including Betty Boop and celebrity items; goose clothes; autographed sports pictures, sports cards, comic books.
Wooded Wonderland Country Store
One-of-a-kind handcrafted home furnishings. Vintage relics, all natural honey, organic jams and other unique handcrafted gift items.
Grant Hills Motel
Galena's Value Motel. Offering simple comforts of home: one-three beds/room, mini fridges, convenient parking. Laundry/kitchen facilities. Fitness equipment. Gas grills, picnic pavilion, volleyball, bean bags. Dog-friendly. Spacious backyard, scenic views.
The Blueberry Cottage
More than 30 years in business selling enamelware, metal plate displays, dishes, candles, linens, seasonal ornamentation and pet goodies.
Seasons Remembered
A season for everyone. From St. Patrick's Day to Christmas, plus many more exciting, unique gifts and collectibles.
Kaladi's .925 Coffee Bar
A local coffee bar located on Galena's historic Main Street. Offering a large variety of coffees, gelatos and fantastic panino sandwiches.
Wooden Wardrobe
Fun! Fun! Fun! Women's clothing, Polish Pottery, custom fine woodworking, Trollbeads, vintage personalized signs, Venesha Angora, West Highland Terrier puppies.
Earth's Treasures
Find handcrafted jewelry (Holly Yashi), area artists' creations, Kaktus clothing and eclectic clothing, collectibles, gems/minerals, Grandco sandals and friendly service at Earth's Treasures. Open evenings.
New Earth Inc.
Pet-friendly, specialty store for your beloved animals. We also carry animal-themed products, local designs, pet food and treats.
La Vie en Rose
Unique shop featuring gifts, garden, antiques, home furnishings, jewelry, Kottage Kids clothing, florals. Home of "original" gourd baskets.
Max Mitchell Fashion Accessories
Boutique offers the expected and unexpected of fashion accessories & gifts for both men & women, all at reasonable prices.
Vignettes of Galena
Full-service interior design; offering drapery, blinds, home furnishings, carpeting, lighting, hardwood & tile flooring.
Slumber, Inc.
Boutique specializing in the best in comfortable sleepwear, lingerie, loungewear for women of all ages, sizes XS to 3X.
Modern boutique with a vintage flair. Fabulous shoes, clothing & jewelry. Galena's widest selection of hats. Look for sunflower logo.
From Head to Toe Sportswear
Featuring Columbia, Woolrich, Life is Good, Speedo, Hush Puppies, Smartwool. Apparel, outerwear, shoes and accessories for men, women and children.
Down the Street Boutique
Located on picturesque Main Street Galena, this unique boutique features Miche bags, Lindsay Phillips Switch Flops, Not Your Daughter's Jeans and beaded watch bands and faces.
The Grateful Gourmet Co.
A unique kitchenware and specialty food store for the gourmet chef in all of us.
Towne Rebel
For over a decade, Towne Rebel has been offering an eclectic mix of women's clothing, home decor and small furnishings. French country home décor. Hand-knit, cotton sweaters. Timeworks, Inc. clocks. Quilted linens for tables/bedding. Decorative/usable canister sets for kitchen.
One Eleven Main
A great selection of local Galena products and unique items to meet your entertainment needs.
Dreams Boutique
Dreams has it all: clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes and the expertise to achieve the desired look for your busy life.
Perry Street Brasserie
Best little restaurant in Galena. Consistently receiving outstanding reviews for food, service & dining experience. Featuring AcroAma Blends organic seasonings.
Main Street Fine Books & Manuscripts
Used, out-of-print & antiquarian books in great condition. Browse 35 subjects! First editions, signed, collectible, plus historical autographs/maps. Member ABAA/PADA.
Corkless in Galena
An outdoor wine festival in Galena's picturesque Depot Park along the Galena River. Elegant wines produced by family owned Northern Illinois wineries will be showcased, complimented by local artists' exhibits, and performances by various local musical ensembles.
Outside the Lines Art Gallery
A retail gallery specializing in original art and fine craft from more than 100 U.S. artists.
Galena Center for the Arts
Celebrating regional art in its many forms: special exhibits, performances, regional artwork gallery, photography from the historic Alfie Mueller collection.
P.T. Murphy Magic
"Galena's #1 Attraction!" – from TripAdvisor in 2013 & 2014. Enjoy the illusions hosted by critically acclaimed magician P.T. Murphy. The setting for the mystery is P.T. Murphy's private 24-seat theatre located at 204 Hill St., just 39 steps west of Hill and Main Streets in the heart of historic downtown Galena, IL. P.T. Murphy believes in magic. It's his job. He will entertain, mystify and inspire you to believe! P.T. is known for his personable style, mischievous sense of humor and sophisticated sleight of hand that the Chicago Reader called "An evening that shows magic to its best advantage, up close and personal!"
Star-Spangled Shenandoah Pro Rodeo and Fireworks
Pro rodeo action featuring bareback riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bull riding. Stay for the free fireworks immediately following the rodeo. For general hillside seating bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Durty Gurt's Burger Joynt
Durty Gurts Burger Joynt was founded in 2007 to fill the need for a great burger in downtown Galena. They pride theirselves on delivering the best burger in an exciting environment at reasonable prices.
Jail Hill Inn
Galena's newest lodging property, located one block from downtown. Be pampered and enjoy the luxury amenities, incredible views, and fascinating history and architecture.
Alice's Snyder House
Alice's Snyder House was built in 1856 and retains the charm of a bygone era. Decorated with many antique treasures, each room has a unique personality, perfect for a stay in the area.


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A fascinating exploration of the inside world of sommeliers, sharing their unique perspectives, extensive expertise, and best stories.
Rajat Parr's profound knowledge of wines, deep relationships with producers, and renowned tasting abilities have made him a legend in the business. As wine director for the Mina Group, Parr presides over the lists at some of the country's top restaurants. In "Secrets of the Sommeliers," Parr and journalist Jordan Mackay present a fascinating portrait of the world's top wine professionals and their trade. The authors interviewed the elite of the sommelier community, and their colleagues insights, recommendations, and entertaining stories are woven throughout, along with Parr's own takes on his profession and favorite winemakers and wines. Along the way, the authors give an immersion course in tasting and serving wine; share strategies for securing hard-to-find bottles at a good price and identifying value sweetspots among the many regions; and teach readers how to make inspired food pairings.
Winner - 2011 James Beard Cookbook Award - Beverage Category.
About the Author
Jordan Mackay is the wine and spirits writer for San Francisco magazine. He also writes "Juice," the drinks column for Chow.com. His writing on food, wine, spirits, and beer has also appeared in "The New York Times, San Francisco, Chronicle, Decanter, Wine Enthusiast, Wine and Spirits, Food & Wine, Gourmet", and other publications. His first book, "Passion for Pinot", was published in 2009. He just recently won a 2011 James Beard Award in the Beverage category for his second book, "Secrets of the Sommeliers".
Christie Dufault is a San Francisco-based sommelier and wine educator. After five years as Wine Director at Gary Danko and two years as Wine Director at Quince, she is currently a part-time sommelier at RN74 in San Francisco. Her day job is as a member of the wine faculty at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in the Napa Valley, where she has instructed for eight years. Christie is also a visiting instructor at the San Francisco Wine Center, which opened in 2010.
Julie and Matt Walker
The owners of the creative studio Tiger in a Jar (www.tigerinajar.com) in Salt Lake City, UT, Julie and Matt specialize in film and creative craft projects, and exploring new ways to make things less ordinary. They spend most of their free time obsessing over food.
Saukok and Jamie Tiampo
A trained chef and photographer, Jamie owns SeeFood Media, a kitchen studio specializing in food-focused TV and web video production Saukok owns 57Grand, a weddingwear collection inspired by New York, and REVEL, a shop-able inspiration site for modern celebrations.
Mindy Segal and Dan Thompkins
A James Beard-nominated pastry chef, Mindy is the owner of HotChocolate Restaurant and Dessert Bar in Chicago. Her writing has been featured in numerous national publications. In their free time, Mindy and Dan can be found searching for antiques or drinking craft beer all over the world.
Andrea Reusing and Mac Mccaughan
Andrea is the chef and owner of Lantern in Chapel Hill, NC and the author of "Cooking in the Moment: A Year of Seasonal Recipes". Mac plays music with Superchunk and Portastatic and is the co-founder of the independent record label Merge Records.
Molly Wizenberg and Brandon Pettit
In 2009, Molly and Brandon opened the restaurant Delancey in Seattle.Brandon is the chef. Molly created Orangette (www.orangette.net), named the best food blog in the world by the "London Times", and her first book was a "New York Times" bestseller.
Lisa and Emmett Fox
After several years in Boston heading up a catering company and different kitchens, Lisa and Emmett moved to Austin and opened ASTI Trattoria and FINO Restaurant Patio & Bar. Both spots reflect their continued passion for travel and culinary adventure.
Ryan Farr is a chef, entrepreneur, butcher, butchery teacher, and the founder of 4505 Meats. He lives in San Francisco.
Praise For…
"Parr & Jordan open a window onto the workings of a great sommeliers mind. . . .The result is part history lesson, part insider's guide to the best producers and best buys, but, most of all, it's a testament to all the hard work that goes into being a great sommelier."
—Wine & Spirits, December 2010
"If you or your friends want to read about wine and friendship, learn about the camaraderie of the sommelier profession, and discover from insiders how to select wine, you must absolutely get Rajat Parr and Jordan McKay's new book, Secrets of the Sommeliers."
—The Atlantic's Food Channel, 12/20/10
"No one understands the meaningful details of enjoying wine - and how to communicate them to the public – quite like a skilled sommelier, and Rajat Parr, the wine director for Michael Mina's many restaurants, is one of America's best. In his collaboration with journalist Jordan Mackay, Parr manages to pour forth an impressive breadth of wisdom, both practical and esoteric, in a very manageable 200-page gulp illustrated with evocative sepia-toned photos."
—Philadelphia Inquirer, 12/16/10
"The best wine book to come across my desk in awhile. . . . This intelligent, understated book is a must for any wine lover, budding or educated."
—San Francisco Bay Guardian, Appetite: Delicious giving, 12/3/10
"Readers will put this book down with a better understanding of their restaurant experience, and may head put to dine with a little less fear of the sommelier. And while we don't typically dine at home the way we do in restaurants, our own wine choices as 'home sommeliers' will be better informed from this book."
—WashingtonPost.com, All We Can Eat blog, 12/2/10
"Parr and Mackay's handbook for aspiring sommeliers is, unexpectedly, one of the most user-friendly manuals for the wine-curious to come along. . . . That's because its subject isn't really wine—it's how to master the practical application of wine to every-day life. Everything in the book (especially the candid anecdotes from wine masters) illuminates an aspect of tasting, buying, pairing, or pouring. And insider tips not covered in more encyclopedic tomes, such as how to recognize boutique "grower" champagnes just from the label, are guaranteed to boost your wine ego after a single read."
—San Francisco magazine, November 2010
"A new take to the omnibus-guide genre. 'Secrets' harnesses Parr's immense pool of knowledge and observations from the nation's top wine directors for a pointed, thoughtful take on the essentials of wine."
—San Francisco Chronicle, 11/28/10
"For the advanced wine geek, this book will become a bible. . . . If you're not thinking like a sommelier now you will be by book's end."
—San Jose Mercury News, Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies, 11/24/10
"A good gift for the wine-obsessed."
—S. Irene Virbila, L.A. Times Daily Dish blog, 11/15/10
"'Secrets' performs the invaluable task of mining not only Parr's brain but also the expertise of many Bay Area sommelierati for a very focused take on how to choose wine, understand a wine list and buy with a savvy eye. . . .It provides an inside track that's so often missing from most buying guides' neutral tone."
—San Francisco Chronicle, 11/7/10
"Oenophiles on any level could learn from this exploration into the inside world of wine and the people who present it."
—Gayot.com, 11/1/10
"Parr, director of wine for Michael Mina's restaurants, and San Francisco-based writer Jordan Mackay have penned an indispensable tool. Not simply a peek into the mind of Parr and his wine-loving compatriots, the book is full of useful tips."
—Tasting Table SF, 10/19/10
"Whether your aspiration is to become a world class sommelier, or simply to find a better bottle of Burgundy, this is a must-have book for any passionate wine consumer."
—Jon Troutman, Corkd.com, 10/19/10
"Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider's view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly."
—Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner's Journal, 10/5/10
"It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile—or anybody wanting to become one."
—Condé Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10


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RF Yasiel Puig has a .479 batting average and was slated to bat second before Tuesday's rainout. That came after manager Don Mattingly said Sunday he will remain in the major leagues even after LF Carl Crawford and CF Matt Kemp return from the disabled list, manager Don Mattingly said Sunday.
LHP Hyun-Jin Ryu (6-2, 2.85 ERA) will start against the Yankees in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader. The rookie has won his last three decisions and is 3-0 with a 1.94 ERA in his last four starts. Ryu has pitched at least six innings in 12 of his 13 starts and has made 10 quality starts. He has never faced the Yankees but allowed one run and three hits while striking out eight New York Mets in seven innings on April 23 at Citi Field.
LHP Chris Capuano (latissimus strain) is expected to come off the disabled list and start the nightcap against the Yankees. He will be on a slightly limited pitch count, most likely around 80-85 pitches. He made a rehab start Friday for Triple-A Albuquerque, allowing one hit and two walks while striking out five in four scoreless innings. Capuano last pitched May 29 against the Angels when he allowed three runs and six hits over 5 2/3 innings. He is 0-2 with a 10.61 ERA in two career starts against the Yankees.
LF Carl Crawford (strained left hamstring) is rehabbing at the team's training complex in Arizona. He is still weeks away from returning.
INF Nick Punto started at third base after Juan Uribe (back) was scratched. In his 12th start there, he went 0-for-3.
3B Juan Uribe missed his second straight game with tightness in his back that the team doesn't believe is serious. He also missed Sunday's game in Pittsburgh. He was available to pinch hit but did not get into the game.
OF Andre Ethier, who has shifted from right field to center field with Matt Kemp injured, is likely to have his playing time cut when LF Carl Crawford returns but he was in the lineup batting fifth Tuesday. The game, however, was rained out. Ethier is 9-for-20 (.450) in his last five games to raise his average to .249.
CF Matt Kemp (strained right hamstring) is hopeful of returning by the end of the month and the team hopes he can start a rehab assignment shortly. Kemp, however, has yet to run the bases.