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The childish show of authority by the home ministry and Jakim has further made the country a laughing stock in the eyes of the intellectual minds.
From the look of things, Malaysia lacks the "credentials" necessary to achieve its "Vision 2020". To begin with, the journey towards 2020 long took off on a wrong footing, with the government of the day busy "brainwashing" the rakyat instead of encouraging the development of critical minds.
The government wants to have an absolute say in every thing – from the haphazardly structured education system to what the people should read and to what is going on in the bedroom.
First, the federal government declared that sex education was not suitable for classroom teaching and this "musical chair" went on for a decade. Next, the government proclaimed it was coming down hard on the LGBT (lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender) communities because of their deviant lifestyle.
Then the government tried to look "wise" in justifying why it scrambled to ban all books written by a New York University professor, Irshad Manji, the latest being "Allah, Liberty and Love – Courage to Reconcile Faith and Freedom".
The excuse that the book was "prejudicial to morality and public order" was given by Home Minister Hishammuddin Hussein.
Being gay seems to be the biggest price Irshad is paying for trying to share her thoughts with the world. Malaysia is no exception when Hishammuddin banned the book on May 29 and the very "efficient" Islamic Development Department (Jakim) proceeded to issue the ban on the same day.
What is Hishammuddin scared of – that a gay Muslim woman talks about "Allah, Love and Liberty" in the same breath? Or is he troubled by the fact that a gay woman dared make her way to town on May 19 to launch the Bahasa Malaysia version of her "Allah, Liberty and Love" book?
On what grounds did Hishammuddin conclude that Irshad's work is "prejudicial to morality and public order"? Did he not know that her previous book "The Trouble With Islam Today" was on the shelves of major bookstores for several years prior to the ban being imposed on May 29? There was no danger or threat to "morality and public order" then, so why the uncalled-for antics now?
Obviously, the issue here is not that Irshad writes about "Allah, Love and Liberty"; on the contrary, it has all to do with her sexuality, which she has no qualms about.
Such childish show of authority by both Hishammuddin and Jakim has further made the country a laughing stock in the eyes of the intellectual minds. Whatever more does the home minister plan to do to mock Malaysia globally?
Following orders, blindly
Not only were copies of "Allah, Love and Liberty" confiscated by Jakim, the authority also arrested its Malaysian publisher, ZI Publications' proprietor Ezra Zaid, who was charged with publishing the book. He was later released on bail.
The drama did not end there. Officials from Jakim later raided the bookstore Borders, scavenging for all books penned by Irshad. In the process, they chose to display "supremacy" when the Federal Territories Religious Department (Jawi) raided the bookstore's outlet in Garden's Mall, Mid Valley on May 23.
However, Berjaya Books Sdn Bhd, which operates retail chain, Borders, says it never received news from Jawi of any edict from the National Fatwa Council banning Irshad's books.
"There was also no fatwa or any form of notification issued by Jawi to Borders. There was no way for Borders to know that Jawi considered Irshad's books to be objectionable," Berjaya Books' chief operations officer Yau Su Peng had said.
Yau's contention is that the home ministry's ban was gazetted only on May 29 and made public on June 14. She said Berjaya Books had yet to receive a response from Hishammuddin and Minister in Prime Minister's Department, Jamil Khir Baharom, to a letter regarding the May 23 raid by Jawi.
It does not look like Berjaya Books will ever receive a reply from either party.
Stop the abuse of authority
If storming into a bookstore all because it was blindly "following orders" was not bad enough, Jawi further made a fool of itself by charging Borders store manager Nik Raina Nik Abdul Aziz with distributing or selling "Allah, Liberty and Love".
He was charged at the Kuala Lumpur Syariah Court under Section 13(1) of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Federal Territories) Act 1997 on June 19.
If convicted, Nik Raina faces a RM3,000 fine or a maximum of two years' jail or both.
Is Jawi not aware of who calls the shots at a bookstore? What authority does a store manager have in determining which book goes on or off the shelves? Is this not the prerogative of the bookstore owner?
Yau also accused Jawi of being unprofessional, despite Nik Raina giving her full cooperation and complying with Jawi's directive.
"She was treated roughly by Jawi personnel and was issued an arrest warrant. Jawi also refused to allow legal representation for Nik Raina. We view this as outright victimisation and violation of the constitutional and legal rights of our employees," said Yau.
Jawi's bullying episode did not end with Nik Raina. According to Yau, on May 24, Jawi interrogated a Muslim female employee of Borders at its Bangsar Village 2 outlet and accused her of lying when she had told them that Irshad's books have been taken off the shelf.
This show of "high-handedness" has landed Jawi in trouble as Berjaya Books has applied for a judicial review against Jawi's raid at the High Court. Both Hishammuddin and Jamil have been named as respondents.
Instead of continuing its uncalled-for tirade against authors who dare speak their mind, the home ministry should look into its own backyard and realise the many grave mistakes it continues to make by denying the rakyat the right to freedom of thought and freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media.
If Vision 2020 is strictly about Malaysia becoming a fully developed nation emphasising solely on physical infrastructures and not on "intellectual" growth, it is useless gloating about using 20/20 vision as the benchmark in determing the nation's direction.
Jeswan Kaur is a freelance writer and a FMT columnist.


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A Bolano classic. The Peruvian poet Cesar Vallejo is in the hospital, afflicted with an undiagnosed illness and unable to stop hiccuping. His wife calls on an acquaintance of her friend Madame Reynaud: the mesmerist Pierre Pain. Pain, a timid bachelor, is in love with the widow Reynaud and agrees to help. But two mysterious Spanish men follow him and bribe him not to treat Vallejo. Ravaged by guilt and anxiety, Pain does not intend to abandon his new patient, but his access to the hospital is barred and Madame Reynaud mysteriously leaves Paris. Another practitioner of the occult sciences enters the story (working for Generalissimo Franco, using his mesmeric expertise to interrogate prisoners) as do Mme. Curie, tarot cards, an assassination, and nightmares. Meanwhile, a haunted Monsieur Pain wanders the crepuscular, rainy streets of Paris. . . .
About the Author
Author of 2666 and many other acclaimed works, Roberto Bolano (1953-2003) was born in Santiago, Chile, and later lived in Mexico, Paris, and Spain. He has been acclaimed by far the most exciting writer to come from south of the Rio Grande in a long time (Ilan Stavans, The Los Angeles Times), and as the real thing and the rarest (Susan Sontag). Among his many prizes are the extremely prestigious Herralde de Novela Award and the Premio Romulo Gallegos. He was widely considered to be the greatest Latin American writer of his generation. He wrote nine novels, two story collections, and five books of poetry, before dying in July 2003 at the age of 50.
The poet Chris Andrews has translated many books by Roberto Bolano and Cesar Aira for New Directions.

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Evils that are killing America
January 24th, 2010 1:25 pm | by Marc Gallagher | Published in Activism, Big Government, Blowback, Civil Liberties, Commentary, congress, Constitution, fascism, Individual Responsibility, Liberty, Maven Commentary, Philosophy, privacy, Socialism, terrorism | 6 Responses
While conservatives like Glenn Beck bemoan the progressive "killing me softly" approach to transforming America into a socialist-fascist city state there are at least two other phenomena that are working toward that same end. Both of them come from the Right side of the aisle. All three together create a blueprint for the demise of America as our Founders knew it.
The evil triumvirate killing machine aimed at America is made up of:
- The progressive agenda.
- Bipartisanship.
- The so-called "war on terror".
Ever since Obama's inauguration we've all become hyper-aware of the progressive agenda thanks to commentators like Glenn Beck. The progressives don't even want the Constitution to be a "god-damned piece of paper". That would mean it actually exists to them. They'd much rather it never have existed. Sure, Obama is a "constitutional scholar", but all the evidence suggests he only studied the constitution in order to figure out methods to betray it.
For instance, this week the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the 1st Amendment by overturning an old law that barred companies from funding advertisements specifically supporting or opposing a candidate for office. This is clearly the Supreme Court doing it's job by upholding the 1st Amendment. But Obama and his progressive friends are quite unhappy about this. Obama vowed to fight the 1st Amendment in his weekly address this week:
Obama said the decision will make it harder to enact financial reforms, close tax loopholes, promote energy independence and protect patients from insurance company abuses — key elements of his domestic agenda.
"We don't need to give any more voice to the powerful interests that already drown out the voices of everyday Americans," he said. "And we don't intend to."
He said he has instructed his administration to work with Congress to "fight for the American people" and develop a "forceful bipartisan response" to the decision.
I'm not quite sure how dumping on freedom of speech is the right way to "fight for the American people". His other comment about a "forceful bipartisan response" is equally troubling and brings us to the next evil force against our once great Republic.
I like to say, "Give me gridlock, or give me death" whenever I hear political Party drones tout bipartisanship like it is some universal good. We are a country of individuals, a great many of which wouldn't be caught dead being called a Democrat or a Republican. The word "bipartisanship" to an independent is offensive and exclusionary. On top of that it's bad for the American people.
There's too much bipartisanship for bipartisanship's sake. It gives politicians a nicely wrapped talking point and implies that the people were well-represented. How can this be when everyone knows that a horse designed by a committee ends up being a giraffe. Lawmakers start out with the intention of creating a bill that "helps" everyone and the law that comes out on the other end winds up helping some and hurting the rest. Isn't it time to clean up all this "bipartisanshit" in DC? Lawmakers should have principles and stick to them.
The final evil element working to destroy America is the so called "war on terror". The bottom line is that the terrorists are winning. How can this be true you may ask? After all, there hasn't been a successful terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11 (that is if you exclude the Fort Hood massacre).
Terrorists don't measure success by body count. They measure success by the erosion of liberties that result following their targeted attacks whether they are successful or not. They are kicking butt on that account. Here's a short list of some of the evidence:
- The Patriot Act
- The Military Commissions Act
- The TSA's ever-changing regulations
- "Report Suspicious Activity" signs on the interstates
- Illegal FBI Wiretaps
- Strip-search machines at airports
- Fusion centers
- The No-Fly list
All of these are under the guise of "making us safe" yet they also give the U.S. government, famous for its extreme ineptitude, way too much power over our lives. The U.S. Constitution becomes an obstacle rather than a clear guiding path. This plays directly into the hands of terrorists. In fact, with all of this going on, Osama probably feels like the game is over and he already won.
Our policy toward fighting terrorism is the primary contributing factor to making us less safe at home, not more. Every attack, successful or not, is followed by evidence that the attack was attempted due to our own interventions overseas. It's akin to a never-ending gang war where each gang is seeking revenge for the latest murder. It's expensive, both in blood and money. America can't afford it. In short, it's killing us slowly. Shifting focus to a true defensive strategy would save lives, liberties, and money. Why isn't this obvious by now?
America's ideas of individual freedom and natural rights are fundamental concepts of humanity that function in any era if given a chance. It is our duty to ensure these concepts remain essential in our own lives and get passed down to future generations of American patriots.


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President Obama's FY 2016 budget seeks $842.1 million for the Office of Fossil Energy (FE) to advance technologies related to the reliable, efficient, affordable and environmentally sound use of fossil fuels, implement ongoing federal responsibilities at the Naval Petroleum and Oil Shale Reserves, and manage the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Northeast Gasoline Supply Reserve and Northeast Home Heating oil Reserve to provide strategic and economic security against disruptions in U.S. petroleum supplies.
The U.S. Department of Energy announced the selection of 13 projects to develop technologies and methodologies for geologic storage of carbon dioxide.
Today, construction began on an innovative $19.5 million carbon-capture pilot, funded in part by the U.S. Department of Energy, at Kentucky Utilities' E.W. Brown Generating Station near Harrodsburg, Kentucky. The 2 megawatt thermal system will be the first megawatt-scale carbon-capture pilot unit in the Commonwealth.
Department of Energy Supported Project Will Capture 1.4 Million Tons of CO2 Annually
The Wyoming Rock Springs Uplift could potentially store 14 to 17 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide, according to results from a Department of Energy-sponsored study. This is equal to 250 to 300 years' worth of CO2 emissions produced by the Wyoming's coal-fired power plants and other large regional anthropogenic CO2 sources at current emission levels.
18 Innovative Carbon Capture Projects Will Help Make Fossil Energy Use Cleaner, Safer and More Sustainable as Part of the Obama Administration's Climate Action Plan
Five fossil energy-related projects that will help maintain the nation's energy portfolio while also providing educational and research training opportunities for tomorrow's scientists and engineers have been selected for funding by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Ten university projects to conduct advanced turbine technology research under the Office of Fossil Energy's University Turbine Systems Research Program have been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for additional development. Developing gas turbines that run with greater cleanness and efficiency than current models is of great benefit both to the environment and the power industry, but development of such advanced turbine systems requires significant advances in high-temperature materials science, an understanding of combustion phenomena, and development of innovative cooling techniques to maintain integrity of turbine components.
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Stock Downgrades: First Niagara Falls Out of Bed
Justin Sharon
Wall Street ratings agencies set the tone for today's stock market.
One is the loneliest number? You could make that case, especially after Match.com owner
(NASDAQ:IACI) surged 13.98% to a historic high, but a quartet of single digits did just fine for the
(INDEXDJX:.DJI). An 11.11 point increase may feel like a damp squib following Wednesday's fireworks, but it was still enough to send US stock markets to their 46th record of this remarkable year. The
S&P 500 Index
(INDEXSP:.INX), which slipped 0.06%, was subpar but otherwise, golf was the way to go.
(NYSE:ELY) surged 7.17% on a
broker boost
. Bethpage-based
(NYSE:CVC), whose hometown is where Tiger Woods once magisterially won the US Open, jumped 4.13%. As for green-themed
(NYSE:ACN), it advanced 5.14% on an earnings beat. The consulting company once employed Mr. Woods as its spokesman, sprouting the tagline, "
We know what it takes to be a Tiger
." This, of course, took on an unintended meaning after his sex addiction and steamy affairs with cocktail waitresses cropped up.
Sirius XM Radio
(NASDAQ:SIRI), home of Howard Stern, also scored an analyst upgrade yet it ended off 1.18%, thus matching the shock jock's sad mood after an octogenarian unfortunately expired a scant
24-hours before he was due to enjoy an on-air threesome
. Moving from
to the three branches of government, our elected officials, ever eager to kick the can ahead of Christmas,
postponed a planned vote on Janet Yellen's nomination
as Fed head until after the Three Wise Men make their annual appearance.
Last week's trading action finished on Friday the 13th. This time, what will be the last full week of '13 for stocks ends with the scary-sounding quadruple witching, so it clearly doesn't pay to be superstitious on Wall Street. (Or
in France, for that matter
.) In terms of events that may move US markets today,
Finish Line
(NYSE:WAG), and
Zuoan Fashion
(NYSE:ZA) all announce earnings.
BRE Properties
(NYSE:BRE): Deutsche Bank downgrades the company to Hold from Buy.
Domino's Pizza
(NYSE:DPZ): Shares, recently trading atop historic highs, are now Neutral from Buy at Goldman Sachs.
First Niagara Financial
(NASDAQ:FNFG): More bad news for the Buffalo-based regional bank, which fell 5.28% yesterday. Amid management transition at First Niagara Financial, Citigroup slashes the stock to Sell from Neutral at Citigroup.
(NASDAQ:IACI): The owner of OKCupid gets moved to Market Perform from Outperform with Wells Fargo. Valuation issues are understandably cited after yesterday's surge in the stock.
Randgold Resources
(NASDAQ:GOLD): Beleaguered bullion really can't catch a break. Today Randgold Resources is reduced to Hold from Buy at Canaccord. As a result, its stock is sliding some 2.51% as I write this article.
TIBCO Software
(NASDAQ:TIBX): TIBCO Software stock, currently tumbling 11.36%, is taken to Neutral from Buy at UBS.
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Pot Brownies Could Land Texas Teen in Prison for Life
He baked hash oil into them, so police weighed the whole batch.
Police busted Jacob Lavoro last month for possessing pot brownies, pretty small-time on the hierarchy of crime, but a probably horrified 19-year-old now faces five years to life in prison. Lavoro's fateful mistake was baking with hash oil, which boasts a very high THC concentration, and in Texas, having more than four grams is very much a first-degree felony. But the few drops of oil he added, being oil, spread through the mix, so police weighed the whole batch and came up with a hefty possession charge of one and a half pounds. "I'm sorry, I'm a law-abiding citizen, I'm a conservative, but I'll be damned," says his father. "This is wrong. This is damn wrong." The teen's lawyer says he's hoping to get the charge reduced to a less draconian misdemeanor. [ABC]


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Hey there, I have currently decided to buy a new headset, for gaming and listening to music. My price range is around $50-$150, cutting down my budget due to work reasons etc.
I'm looking for a comfy, durable headset which will not get irritating after long hours of use. I will be mainly using these for gaming. Preferably Closed design as I don't want any leakage and do not really want to be disturbed by background noises.
This headset will be combined with a clip on mic or just a desktop mic, I am still unsure of this. But I have been looking into this quite thoroughly and have found the Zalman ZM-MIC1 clip on microphone. I only choose a clip on as I have heard that the inbuilt mics aren't the best of quality. I will be using the majority of my time doing recordings of my voice in games etc. Such as voice-overs, let's plays and walkthroughs. So I need crystal clear audio. If this is possible of course. Let me know if it can be done.
So, what I am basically asking is, what headphones can I get for around this price with a clip on microphone that will be heard clearly by others. This is my first time here and the first thread I've made on this forum, so if this is incorrect or something is wrong, or there is already a thread or area specifically made for this, please let me know.
By the way guys, I am currently in Brisbane, Australia. So if you know of any good shops for headphones/microphones, I would be grateful if you were to tell me know where one is or the names of some. Cheers.
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If you'll be producing content using this set up, it might be a good idea to invest in some studio monitor headphones. They will let you pick up on any of the small faults in your recording that 'hi-fi'/consumer headphones might gloss over. Unfortunately, this also means that many such headphones are less than ideal for pleasurable music listening, since they are too revealing and have frequency responses that often sound harsh. Still, if you have the option, I'd suggest you try some Sony MDR-V6/MDR-7506 and Audio Technica ATH-M50 cans. The latter is usually considered to be slightly more musical, but its also a little more expensive. Another option is the Sennheiser HD280 or any other studio monitor headphone. Also, currently many people are excited about Superlux headphones (f.e. the HD698B and the HD660). I had the chance to audition the HD660 and was really impressed with how awesomely it performed considering its ridiculously low price (around 50$). This would also give you the chance to buy a better quality microphone, those clip-ons dont sound like they'd offer the most clear recording quality.
I recently bought the Samson SR-850 for $37 which is the clone of the Superlux 668B, and they are fantastic. They are semi-opened though so sound will leak. All the Superlux headphones have been receiving praises on the Head-Fi forum because of their value.
However, for you, the Creative Aurvana Live! and the Audio-Technica ATH-M50 are better option because they are closed and have excellent sound quality.
Have you taken a look at the Head-Fi headphones comparison? It's a very good place to compare headphones
Thanks for the quick responses guys. I have been recently looking into the Audio Technica ATH-M50 cans and have decided that they are probably the best choice if I were to get a clip on. I am currently getting a mate who has the Zalman clip on mic to do a audio test with it. From there I will decide if it lacks quality audio or if it is just what I need. So, if I like it, I will probably go with the Audio Technica ATH-M50 cans.
But if this is not the case, I will do more searching for another, better quality clip on mic, or even just get an inbuilt mic with a different headset. But that probably wont happen, as I have heard frequently that inbuilt mics are horrible for audio recording etc.
If you guys have any advice for what I should look into for a great headset or mic, I would be highly grateful.
Oh, one other thing. I have heard, apparently, the Audio Technica ATH-M50's aren't sold in shops in Australia. And they are only sold in online markets, which I cannot take part in. This frustrates me. So, is this true? Anyone here from australia care to tell me where I could find some quality headphone shops in the Queensland brisbane area? Or even just a normal shop which might sell these?
Also.. aimran, just took a look at that comparison thing, thanks for that, I'll keep reading through it.
Thanks for all the information guys.
I don't know if this might come in too late. I have a pair of Bose AE2, which is about 150$ in price. They are a bit pricy in regards to SQ but the comfortability is more than excellent, it's by far the most comfy pair of headphones I have ever tried. I think the comfort is essential as well, when you game it shouldn't be too irritating or too heavy for consequent hours of use.
I personally use a no brand headset because it captures sound (Or at least my voice) really well. You wont get stellar sound quality from a headset, so it doesn't make any sense to pay much for one. Microsoft Lifechat is a good set though, there the mic is worth the purchase.
Anyway I just wear the headset around my neck, propped up so that its in the right place then use whatever headphones I want. Sure might not win any fashion points but it works really well compared to getting a clip on mic which will have to be pumped up so high that everything else will be heard along with your voice.
If you cant find the ATH-M50 what about the Sennheiser HD25 SP? Those two headphones share similar characteristics, and price points.
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Tuesday Coffee Talk - What's your favorite bike event?
Submitted by Kris Thompson on
With all this negative talk recently lets turn this conversation around to be more constructive and talk about what cycling events (not just racing) inspire you and why. This information, if we do it right, is golden information for any promoter out there to listen to. I'll start the ton with my favorite and why
CU Short Track
Hands down my favorite! It has a great location, price that can't be beat, the event is short, mid week, low pressure but still competitive if you are that way. Awesome kids race even though sometimes college students don't make the best choices for 7 year olds. Now I patiently wait the outcome of this year's CU Short Track... CU???!!?!?!
This is more of a love hate relationship, most of the hate is due to Mother Nature due to the evil winds that sometimes visit it on race day but the course is perfect, little road, little gravel and technical enough that pure strength won't cut it. This course has also always been near the various jobs I've had over the years to so is a common training route for MTB or road.
Tour De Cure - Colorado
It's not always about the course, sometimes it's about why I am doing it. The course is pleasant but the intent of the rides, the organization and hearing the stories of other fellow riders is humbling.
Now these rides are Boulder centric, nothing against Denver, there are great events there as week, City Park Crit, Lookout HC, former Sara K course.
So what do you like (not hate) and why. What are the building blocks For YOU that makes these events so great.
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Road: - Horgan and Sunshine are tough races that the strongest guy wins every time. That Golden Fondo looks like it could be a grand tour stage, yes it is a fondo which some reason that causes me to recoil slightly, but I'm paying my $100. Lap the Lake in Leadville is a sleeper. Fun course, crazy altitude. Basically any course that is hard enough to cause a selection is good in my book.
Cross: Interlocken is a classic regardless of conditions, perhaps the strongest fields of the year due to timing and it is not a dust bowl. The muddy Xlinx races are great as well. Brektobercross was at the top of the list, but sadly it is no more. You could race cross and do an Oktoberfest party without ever getting off of your bike.
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It's about the courses...
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For me it's all about the course. I don't care if there are bouncy castles or announcers.
Crit - Longmont, old Ft. Collins Downtown, Ft. Morgan Festival in the Park. All great to race on.
Road Races - new Weld County, climbing course Morgul-Bismark, past courses - climbing Gore Pass, flat Hugo or Buckeye. Dirt - Boulder-Roubaix, Rock the River.
Cross - Boulder Cup
Tours - Stonewall Century Ride (La Veta), Iron Horse
Mountain Bike - Growler, WP - Tipperary Creek, Breck Epic
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Courses - Road and Dirt
Submitted by David on
I like course that force a selection but are not hill climbs and of course have a little dirt mixed in.
- Rock the River (wish it was closer to the front range)
- Boulder Roubaix
- Koppenberg
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Selective Courses!
Submitted by Will (not verified) on
Rist Canyon was a great race! The climb was at the beginning which usually meant a thrilling chase to the finish. Us climbers that got away had to work our butts off to stay out front, while everyone behind was drilling it! The course was beautiful, technical, and very very tough! Boulder Roubaix and Koppenburg are similar. Great courses with tough conditions. This usually mean a race of attrition. Koppenburg is so short, you know it is going to be hard.
I've never been a fan of the out and back style course (Deer Trail) even though it is a brutal race.
For CX, the courses around here are usually pretty tough. I would love to see a more open/less technical route so that there are larger groups and more tactical racing. Think of some of the Euro races where the lead group is still 12 or 13 going in to the final fifteen minutes. Awesome!
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The Euro CX races don't have larger groups late in the races because the courses are wide open/less technical.
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Well, after 12 months of, Shall I, Shouldn't I? I've finally done it! I've gone and sold all my Canon gear, every single item, three bodies, all with battery grips, an assortment lenses and flash guns. It has taken me a long time to make up my mind, but it's done and there's no going back. In fact, the decision to sell was quite easy once the right sort of money was offered.
Morton Corbet © John Powell, 2009 Nikon D2x/18-200mm VR
If the truth be known I've always been a Nikon man at heart, my first proper camera was a Nikon, purchased second hand way back in 1986. Between '86 and '91 I owned more than 6 Nikon bodies, from the simple, easy to use, EM to magical FA. I never did quite manage to buy myself the F3HP/MD4 combination I dreamed of owning, but hey! That's all in the past now, time to move forward.
For those of you who are regular readers of my Blog will know that I gave up photography for the best part of the nineties, it wasn't until digital cameras came along that I was tempted back. I picked up a relatively cheap Canon D30 and it all progressed from there. Until just over 12 months ago!
Stained Glass Window © John Powell, 2009 Nikon D2x/18-200mm VR
It was just before my 5oth Birthday, in 2008, I was given a Fuji Film S5 Pro, an absolutely cracking camera based around a Nikon D200 body. From the moment I picked it up I fell hopelessly in love with it. In truth, we've had a brilliant partnership, picking up awards at National and International level throughout the year. The latest, only a few days ago, RPS Gold Medal in the Smethwick International, 2009.
Having sold all my Canon gear the question was, "What shall I replace it with".
Since my early days as a Nikon shooter, I've always want to own one of their flag ship cameras. The D3, although launched in 2007 was still beyond my budget. Nonetheless, I did manage to find a very nice, late model D2X, which has everything I want and more! Besides, I'm not particularly bothered with having a full frame sensor or shooting at ISO 3200!
Along with my newly acquired D2X I also purchased the highly acclaimed AF-S 18-200mm 1:3.5-5.6 G ED (VR) DX for those times when you want to travel light. With my Sigma 10-20mm on the S5 and the 18-200mm on the D2X, I think I'm pretty much covered.
All I need now is something worthwhile to point them at!


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The Walling of Asgard and the Birth of Sleipnir
Loki in The Walling of Asgard and the Birth of Sleipnir
Loki's up to all his usual tricks in this story:
- Getting the gods involved in questionable dealings with the Jotuns? Check.
- Risking the loss of Freyja / sun and moon / [insert name of valuable object, weapon, or power here]? Check.
We're not exactly sure why Loki encourages the gods to agree to the stone-mason's deal, but given his love for stirring up trouble, we're guessing he knows exactly who the mysterious stranger is, and just how close the gods will come to losing Freyja, the sun, and the moon, before all is said and done.
Of course, once the gods are in a tight spot, Loki gets to play the "hero" by doing other Loki-esque things: shape-shifting, gender-bending, and giving birth to a mutant "child." The gods are lucky that, at least this time, Loki's offspring turns out to be just the horse Odin needs, rather than an apocalypse-inducing monster.
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Over at OhOh Blog, Ama made a darling soap dispenser from a simple jar. It's a great way to repurpose a glass jar.
For this project, Ama used a jam jar. The tall, skinny jar is a fun departure from the typical Mason jar. She added a really darling label as a finishing touch. If you didn't know better, I think it would be hard to guess that this pretty soap dispenser didn't come from a fancy boutique!
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A meeting of the Water Shortage Task was held on May 1, 2009, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon (EST) in Conference Room 2 of the IGCS in Indianapolis. The following is a brief summary of discussion topics, presentations, suggested action items, motions, and a proposed agenda for the upcoming May 29, 2009, task force meeting:
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3) Discussion of Base Flow Policy
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I'm proud and not ashamed to be a friend of the United States. But I'm frustrated.
The Palestinian people are at present burdened by tremendous suffering and calamity as a result of the ongoing aggression of the Israeli Government, and the insane policies of its leader, who has a violent past in Lebanon and in the refugee camps of Sabra and Shatila in 1982, and is currently acting violently as the elected Prime Minister of Israel.
While I believe that all Islamic countries should continue to focus on fighting international terrorism in principle, in practical terms, they should give priority to confronting Israeli violence against the Palestinians. I am also very sympathetic to the suffering of the American people and the anger of the American leadership due to the terrorist attacks on the United States.
However, I feel a great sympathy with the suffering of the Palestinian people and the anger of the Palestinian leadership due to the terrorist Israeli aggression against them. At the same time, I am saddened and still in pain for what happened to three thousand innocent people in the terrorist attack of September 11. However, I feel the pain and the suffering of three million innocent Palestinians due to a terrorist Israeli operation that is still continuing.
I understand and respect the priorities of the United States, but I also respect and understand the priorities of three million unarmed Palestinians. I acknowledge that the Palestinians' greatest crime is their insistence on resisting the military occupation of their country. This strange principle of resistance to military occupation of one's country seems to be difficult for many American political, intellectual, and media elite to comprehend - even though it was practiced by other strange people in the past, such as Mr. Nelson Mandela in South Africa under apartheid and General George Washington during British colonial rule and even Menachem Begin during the British Mandate of Palestine. These leaders who are from different countries and different continents share one thing in common. They were all labeled as terrorists by the occupying military force at the time. So what is the real crime when the Palestinians resist the Israeli military occupation of their country?
No sensible person can accept or support the killing of innocent people anywhere in the world -- and that includes innocent Israelis. This also applies to the innocent Palestinians.
No sensible or decent person can accept the degradation of the dignity of an innocent person anywhere in the world -- including the dignity of innocent Israelis. This also applies to the innocent Palestinians.
It makes no sense to ask President Yasser Arafat, who was elected by the Palestinian people and who is currently under siege inside two rooms, to stop the violence in the Occupied Territories while the Israeli forces are destroying all his security apparatus and killing and detaining his security officers.
This is not an opinion, it is a fact. No leader in the world can guarantee 100% that no one will resort to violence; but I can guarantee 100% that a desperate and oppressed person whose dignity has been insulted and who is willing to die cannot be stopped by any means. I am also sure that the attitude of the Israeli army in detaining and humiliating thousands of Palestinians in order to arrest a single terrorist, will incite dozens of Palestinians to become suicide bombers.
I'm therefore convinced that the government, army, and the security agencies of Israel have lost the war regardless of how many battles they win. Regardless of their acts of violence and their ability to inflict more severe pain upon the Palestinian people, this will not change the ultimate result.
The Palestinians are victims of the Israeli occupation. The Israeli people are also victims of the Israeli occupation. And now America's worldwide interests are victims of the Israeli occupation. Therefore, the policies of the Israeli government continue to prove that Israel is a strategic burden on the United States in times of crisis in the Middle East. This is evidenced by what happened in 1991 when the U.S. was engaged in a war in the Middle East and the most important condition for its success was to avoid any Israeli involvement because that would have shattered the Arab, American, and international coalition.
Now history is repeating itself in 2002. Israel's policy of violence against three million Palestinians, Christians as well as Muslims, is seriously jeopardizing the extent to which the U.S. policy may succeed in its declared war on international terrorism, which has enjoyed the support of the Islamic world from Pakistan in central Asia to Morocco on the Atlantic Ocean.
I believe that the Islamic world with its 1.2 billion people will continue to fight terrorism, yet priority should be given to a united stance in the face of Israel's terrorism against three million Palestinians. Israel's actions are definitely changing the equation of, and seriously affecting, the international war on terrorism. This change has been imposed on us as Arabs and Muslims and we did not choose it.
Accordingly, the Israeli government should bear the full responsibility for this change in the position of the Islamic world. This is not a threat. It is a reality. It is also my personal view. I do not arrogantly presume to speak on behalf of the leaders and peoples of the Islamic world. But something tells me that if the near future proves that my feelings reflect those of the leaders and peoples of the Islamic world, then the danger is grave and imminent and there should be no surprise for what might happen.
I am sure that the intentions of the American people and government are good and they are definitely capable of safeguarding their national interests. I am also sure that the intentions of the leaders and people of the Islamic world are good and they are capable of safeguarding their national interests.
But the big losers in the end will be the Israeli people because they elected a prime minister whose past was flawed as documented by the Sabra and Shatila massacres of thousands of innocent Palestinians in 1982 for which he was held personally accountable by an Israeli commission and forced to resign from the cabinet in disgrace. His political adventures affected Israel for twenty years in a losing war in Lebanon that ended with Israel's withdrawal from most of southern Lebanon. Now, the same person has reappeared in a horror sequel and has the audacity to compare Israel's violence against the Palestinians with what the U.S. is doing in Afghanistan.
This is a big lie. The U.S. did not occupy Afghanistan and it did not build settlements in Afghanistan and it did not attack or humiliate the Afghan people. Based on international laws and norms, the U.S. was justified in defending itself following the attacks on New York and Washington on September 11, directed by the officials in Afghanistan and their terrorist allies at the time. What Israel is doing now is the exact opposite.
It is shameful to make such a comparison. This comparison is an insult to the U.S. and its people, and especially the victims of the evil and vicious terrorist attack of September 11.
I condemn acts of terrorism against Israeli civilians but I support resisting the military occupation that is imposed on three million Palestinians who have been collectively punished and humiliated by Israel on a daily basis over the past thirty-five years.
If this is not depressing enough, imagine how bankrupt the Israeli body politic is when it is Binjamin Netanyahu who is now the spokesman representing Israel before the international media. Yes, Binjamin Netanyahu.
Believe it or not, this extremist and failed political lightweight, is the same person who forcefully and successfully incited extremist Jews to assassinate Israel's former prime minister Yitzhak Rabin, a wise and brave man. This fact is well known in Israel. This is the Netanyahu from whom Rabin's widow, Leah, refused to accept condolences at her husband's funeral. I am sure that if Rabin were still alive, and had not been assassinated by Jewish terrorists who support Ariel Sharon and Netanyahu, Rabin would have achieved peace with the Arabs.
I am saddened by what the Israeli people are encountering and will encounter for having elected a fanatical government that cares nothing for peace and is unable to achieve security for them. Life is choices, and we all live with our choices.
I will leave you with an idea and two choices. The idea is that peace is a worthy cause.
The first choice:
The Arabs have offered an initiative for peace in which the Israelis and Arabs live together in total peace and security, living together a normal life as peoples and sovereign nations. This is what the Arab leaders committed themselves unanimously to at the Beirut Summit on March 27, 2002 based on the initiative of Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia which was endorsed worldwide, including the United States.
Compare this with the second choice:
The Israeli government has rejected the Arab offer of peace and responded to it with violence, destruction and collective punishment against three million Palestinians.
Is this a difficult choice? Am I insane or fanatic because I choose the Arabs' offer for peace?
Am I insane or fanatic because I condemn the acts of violence against innocent Israelis?
Am I insane or fanatic when I condemn the Israeli oppression of three million Palestinians?
Am I insane or fanatic because I condemn violence against innocent Palestinians?
Is it difficult for the political, intellectual and media elite in the United States to decide between these two choices?
Life is choices, so let us choose good over evil.


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The Period Events and Entertainments Re-creation Society (PEERS) will be holding a fairy tale ball on May 3 in San Mateo, while the Art Deco Society of California (ADSC) will be doing its annual Art Deco Preservation Ball on May 10 in San Francisco.
Once Upon a Time: A Fairy Tale Masquerade Ball
May 3
8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Masonic Lodge of San Mateo
100 North Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, Calif.
This PEERS ball is set in Storybrooke, Maine, and is inspired by the TV series "Once Upon a Time." The citizens of Storybrooke are all fairy tale characters transported into the modern world and with modern identities.
Thus, the dress code is going to be a mixture of contemporary, historical and fantasy. Fairy tale and period costumes are admired, but not required. Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Regency and Victorian are all acceptable. Disney costumes and Steampunk attire are more than welcome. Masques are optional. Weapons must be peace-bonded and wings shouldn't be too large as they can be dangerous, especially on the dance floor.
Bangers & Mash will be performing live music, which will include English country dances and quadrilles from the 17th and 18th centuries and vintage ballroom dances from the Victorian era such as waltzes, polkas, mazurkas, schottisches and reels. There will be a pre-ball dance lesson at 7:00 p.m. All set dances will be taught and called. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each.
Art Deco Preservation Ball
May 10
8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Bimbo's 365 Club
1025 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, Calif.
The ADSC is hosting its 30th annual Art Deco Preservation Ball, which also coincides with the 75th anniversary of the 1939 World's Fair. There will be dancing to Don Neely's Royal Society Jazz Orchestra and various entertainments including a performance by the DecoBelles. There will be a silent auction benefiting the Art Deco Preservation Fund as well as the presentation of the 2014 Art Deco Preservation Awards.
Costume guidelines include white tie, black tie and formal attire of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. The event web site has information on where to buy the perfect ensemble and accessories. The list includes deco shows and vintage clothes shops as well as costume, hat and fabric stores. Department store outlets, thrift shops, eBay and Etsy are also good sources of appropriate costumes.
Tickets are available online at: http://www.artdecopreservationball.com/tickets/. There are different ticket prices for members and non-members and tables can be reserved at an additional charge.


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2004: A left-handed walkon who earned his second letter in 2004 ... backup at center ... played in season opener vs. Fresno State and in finale vs. Washington State. 2003: Earned his first letter ... played in the final six games of the 2003 season ... ... one of six walkons on the roster who have earned a letter ... named Scout of the Week for work leading up to UW's win over Indiana. 2002: Walked on to the team in the fall of 2001... did not see any game action.
High School and Personal: Parents are William and Pat ... joined several future Husky teammates in the 2001 East/West State Football All-Star Game ... first team All-Metro League selection in 1999 ... team captain in 2000 ... All-Metro, All-Area Eastside and All-State selection in 2000 ... also ran track in high school, competing in sprints and discus ... an avid percussionist, is on staff with the All-City Band, and is an "honorary member" of the Husky Marching Band, performing with the band at rallies and UW softball games ... planning to major in communications.


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Jan 15, 2013, 05.01 PM | Source: PTI
Mahindra Satyam today said it has signed a partnership agreement with Japan's TechMatrix Corp to jointly address strategic growth areas in the healthcare market and provide cloud-based healthcare solutions in ASEAN region.
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Mahindra Satyam, TechMatrix in pact for healthcare services
Mahindra Satyam today said it has signed a partnership agreement with Japan's TechMatrix Corp to jointly address strategic growth areas in the healthcare market and provide cloud-based healthcare solutions in ASEAN region.
Ichigo LLC, a TechMatrix subsidiary, will provide its Teleradiology network infrastructure product line and Nobori, its Cloud service for Medical and Healthcare information, according to press release from Mahindra Satyam.
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The Indian IT company in turn will host the cloud and mobile-based services in Singapore and Malaysia, while providing direct sales and IT services to clients throughout ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region.
As part of this partnership, Mahindra Satyam and TechMatrix will come together to invest in Sales and Marketing resources as well as Software and Hardware enhancement in technology, the release said.
Ram Ramachandran, Vice President and Business Head, ASEAN
region, Mahindra Satyam, said the Ichigo Teleradiology network is ranked number one in Japan and TechMatrix has been providing innovative healthcare solutions since 1998.
As a first step in this partnership, Mahindra Satyam has installed 'Ichigo Teleradiology iComServer' in its Singapore data centre and launched activities to support initial installations.
As a second step in 2013, Mahindra Satyam and TechMatrix will jointly launch the Nobori Cloud healthcare services, including Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS), a vendor-neutral solution for medical image storage, management and retrieval, it said.
Takashi Yuri, CEO, TechMatrix said, in addition to the technological leadership and innovation that Mahindra Satyam has in telemedicine, healthcare and cloud services, the Japanese company sees natural synergies between the two organisations which is believed be critical to build a lasting
Through this partnership, TechMatrix and Mahindra Satyam will focus on delivering state-of-the-art healthcare solutions to public and private hospitals and image scanning centres, reducing healthcare costs while improving the quality of services.
Mahindra Satyam stock price
On July 03, -, Mahindra Satyam closed at Rs 115.30, up Rs 0.00, or 0.00 percent. The 52-week high of the share was Rs and the 52-week low was Rs .
The company's trailing 12-month (TTM) EPS was at Rs 7.66 per share as per the quarter ended March 2013. The stock's price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio was 15.05. The latest book value of the company is Rs 28.15 per share. At current value, the price-to-book value of the company is 4.10.


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I have to show how many people are online in that site. The site has developed j2ee (jsp and servlet). How can i do that???
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With the lack of details, any suggestion we might have for how you could accomplish this yourself would just be a shot in the dark.
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A Crooked Line: From Cultural History to the History of Society
Author(s): Geoff Eley
Using his own intellectual biography as a narrative device, Geoff Eley tracks the evolution of historical understanding in our time from social history through the so-called "cultural turn," and back again to a broad history of society. A gifted writer, Eley carefully winnows unique experiences from the universal, and uses the interplay of the two to draw the reader toward an organic understanding of how historical thinking (particularly the work of European historians) has evolved under the influence of new ideas. His work situates history within History, and offers students, scholars, and general readers alike a richly detailed, readable guide to the enduring value of historical ideas.
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Publisher: University of Michigan Press
Month of Publication: October
Year of Publication: 2005
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
# of Pages: 320
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Everyone has those days where they just want to throw on a sweatshirt and jeans. The good news is, you can still look fabulous by adding the right accessories! Add a touch of sparkle or metallic like we did here with Kate's outfit.
The sparkle bottom booties add a little pizzazz and the heels help elongate the legs. The necklace is actually two of the same necklace worn together to make a bolder statement piece.


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Weekend Art Picks in Asia
With autumn comes a new line-up of gallery shows. Here are three worth checking out.
Edward Burtynsky at Sundaram Tagore Gallery
Hong Kong: Sept. 21 to Oct. 23
Famous for his panoramic color photographs of natural landscapes that teem with mining, industrial and building activity, Edward Burtynsky is finally getting a one-man show in Asia. It's fitting, for the 55-year-old Canadian artist has captured many memorable images in the region, which is urbanizing apace. The Hong Kong show features photos from China, Australia, Bangladesh and India that are proving popular: In the first few days of the show, nearly 20 pieces had sold. The works are over one-meter square, usually printed in editions of five, and cost $14,000 to $24,000.
Sterling Ruby at Taka Ishii Gallery
Tokyo: Sept. 18 to Oct. 16
In the last 10 years, Los Angeles-based American Sterling Ruby (yes, that's his real name) has grabbed the attention of the art world with his nail-polish paintings, photo collages and sculptures. This is the 37-year-old artist's first solo show in Japan, and it features his ceramic and metal art, similar to the pieces he has displayed at the Setouchi International Art Festival, also in Japan, which runs to the end of October. At the Taka Ishii Gallery, Mr. Ruby's works range in price from $20,000 to $40,000.
Thukral & Tagra at Singapore Tyler Print Institute
Singapore: Sept. 18 to Oct. 16
Indian artists Jitin Thukral and Sumir Tagra—better known as Thukral & Tagra—spent a month in residence at the Singapore Tyler Print Institute in June 2009. The result is a playful body of paper works that is colorful and graphically arresting, showcased now in the Print Institute in an exhibit called "Low-Tech Family Vacations." The works, which vary from lithographs to one-of-a-kind works on handmade paper with mechanized parts, cost between 11,000 and 95,000 Singapore dollars (about US$8,400 and $73,000).


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White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. -- It's roughly a 900-mile drive from the Greenbrier resort to New Orleans, and the nearest airport offering regular commercial flights is 90 minutes away in Roanoke, Va.
So it would be impossible for New Orleans Saints' players to return home for a 24-hour trip during the team's off day Sunday, right?
A private plane rented by quarterback Drew Brees solved that problem.
Saints' tight end Ben Watson said Brees wouldn't have wanted his generosity shared publicly, but he spilled the beans anyway.
"Drew Brees, great guy that he is, volunteered to bring a few of us back home," Watson said. "We were able to get on the flight and head back just for the 24 hours. So it was really good to see the family."
Watson has four children. Brees has three sons and his wife is pregnant with their fourth child, a girl.
"I have four kids, so it's hard for all them to come and visit. Drew was gracious enough to take us there and back, and (my family) was very happy about that."
Brees has missed the last two practices with a strained left oblique. Coach Sean Payton has said he is day to day.


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Social Work is an integral part of the comprehensive health care of all patients admitted to the medical center. Illness may be difficult for families, complicate existing problems or lead to new hardships. Social workers help patients and their families cope with the stress that accompanies illness and/or hospitalization. They can provide support, options for individual or group counseling, referrals to facilitate post-hospitalization planning and serve as a link between the hospital and various community agencies.
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In a jam packed Hooker Schools Cafeteria, HHS held their athletic awards banquet Friday night. Many of the coaches' eyes filled with tears when describing their athletes. KSCB's Brock Kappelmann was the guest speaker and Rick Wayman was the master of ceremonies. Cody Huxman and Laura Voth dominated the awards winning the Les White Bulldog Spirit, Kenny Hussey, and Headliner awards.
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Notice of the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners' Cancelled Briefings and Meeting for the Month of July 2016 and Attendance at the 2016 Annual Conference of the National Association of Counties (NACO)
Read more to learn how you can get your child ready.
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The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2nd annual Sheriff's Citizens Academy.
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Oh, girl. YouTube user wzr071 (who has taken on the internet moniker of Overly Attached Girlfriend, possibly by her own doing) first made headlines on our website with her pitch-perfect femme-stalker reading of Justin Bieber's "Boyfriend" (as in, "If I was your girlfriend / I'd never let you leave / Without a small recording device / Taped under your sleeve…"), combined with a natural bug-eyed expression that they certainly don't teach in acting school (unless you're a Facial Expressions major, anyway). It was awesome, but we figured we'd probably never hear from her again.
Needless to say, we were mistaken. Like any good creepy ex stalker, Overly Attached Girlfriend keeps popping up, now covering Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe," with the same kind of first-person Fatal Attraction narrative as her Bieber cover. (Chorus: "Hey I just saw you / With that lady / Paid for her dinner / That's kinda shady…") It doesn't have the shock of the news that her "Girlfriend" did, but it does have some absolutely indelible moments, the best of which is probably when before the final chorus, she sings along to the sound of the sweeping strings—the two-second clip of which has already gotten its own YouTube video, appropriately entitled "Overly Attached Girlfriend Neighs."
And of course, there's That Face.
We love you, Overly Attached Girlfriend. Please re-record every song ever in this manner.


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Most of the time when people say, "My heart is broken" they mean it figuratively. However, a new study shows that the human heart can literally be broken. Therefore, when some people say their heart has been broken, they could actually mean it.
Researchers have found that the stress of natural disasters can break people's hearts. They also found a high rise in the "broken heart syndrome" in Vermont after a huge storm ravaged the state and in Missouri after a massive tornado.
Lead investigator Dr. Sadip Pant, an internist at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences concludes, "Despite the seemingly increasing number of natural disasters we have, there is limited data about how it might affect the heart."
The broken heart syndrome is known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy. People with the broken heart syndrome suffer a temporary enlargement and weakening of the heart. This condition is often triggered by extreme emotional or physical stress, such as the sudden death of a loved one, a divorce, being in a traffic crash, a surprise party, constant anxiety or fear of performing in public. Stress cardiomyopathy is a well-recognized cause of acute heart failure, lethal ventricular arrhythmias, and ventricular rupture.
Can a person die from a broken heart?
Yes, you can die from a broken heart. Emotions and stress can cause your body to release certain hormones that, under certain circumstances, can paralyze large portions of your heart. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is usually temporary and returns to normal after supportive measures. In some cases, broken hearts can be fatal.


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With the wars winding down and the government running out of cash, boom times for defense firms look to be over.
"Dissecting an American military drone ain't like dustin' crops, boy!"
According to the Air Force Times, blood tests of F-22 pilots showed a host of chemicals, including anti-freeze, propane and burned polyalphaolefin, a synthetic oil, after flights where they reported experiencing cognitive problems.
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Michael Vick to New York Jets rumors have surfaced again. Vick will meet with the New York Jets on Friday (March 21) after the Oakland Raiders decided he wouldn't be a primary option to sign this offseason. According to a report from Yahoo! late Wednesday (March 19), this could be one of the final options for the veteran quarterback when it comes to finding a starting job in the NFL again.
DeSean Jackson To Seattle Seahawks?
It is no secret that Rex Ryan's crew isn't sold on Geno Smith just yet and that point was hammered home when they wouldn't commit publicly to him being the starting quarterback for the team in 2014. This opens the door for an offseason acquisition and that is what the meeting on Friday is going to be about. If it turns out that the former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback is very affordable, the team might just take a shot on him.
Last season, Smith led the NFL in turnovers, but the team still felt he was a better option than Mark Sanchez down the stretch. His struggles as a rookie have opened the door for the team to bring in someone else and now these Michael Vick to New York Jets rumors actually make sense. The franchise could bring in the veteran as a way to create another quarterback competition in camp and possibly to provide someone that Smith could learn a thing or two from.
During the 2013 NFL season, Geno Smith passed for 3,046 yards and 12 touchdowns in 16 games. He struggled a lot, throwing 21 interceptions and committing eight fumbles during that time He amassed a quarterback rating of 66.5 and a completion percentage of 55.8 in that time.
More Football News:
Oakland Raiders Want Mark Sanchez?
Brandon Browner Signs With Patriots


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Keith Urban Lights a "Fuse" With a Little Help From His Friends
Fans and celebs turn out for Honky Tonk Tour.
Lighting the #FUSE on Broadway!! Rocking out at Legends Corner! pic.twitter.com/whEltOFgTx— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) September 7, 2013
Serious mayhem ensued on Lower Broadway last nite - I dreamt that @IamStevenT sat in with us at @tootsiesnet - whaaaaat???? -KU— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) September 7, 2013
It isn't uncommon to run into Keith Urban at any number of coffee shops or sushi bars in Nashville, but the downtown honky-tonks?
That's exactly where he was last night when he embarked on the unofficial Honky Tonk Tour, starting out at Cumberland Park and hitting three different and iconic clubs on Nashville's historic Lower Broadway.
Keith began at the new park that lines Tennessee's Cumberland River, where he kicked off the show with "Long Hot Summer." He also invited label mate Eric Church onstage to perform their duet, "Raise 'Em Up," from Keith's upcoming album, Fuse.
Making his way through the throngs of friends and fans in attendence, he then headed to the first of three venues, which included Legends Corner, Tootsie's Orchid Lounge and The Stage, playing four different songs in each of the venues, including his newest No. 1, "Little Bit of Everything," and tunes from his album such as "Good Thing" and "Even the Stars Fall 4 U."
He even pulled off a big surprise for the more than 3,000 in attendence when his pal, Aerosmith frontman and American Idol judge Steven Tyler, joined him onstage at his second stop—Tootsie's. The pair performed ZZ Top's "LeGrange" before launching into one of Aerosmith's signature hits, "Walk This Way."
And don't think Keith Urban was just there to show off his new music.
He spent plenty of time doling out autographs and hugs to the miles of fans who endured the warm temperatures and crowds to catch a glimpse of their favorite Aussie country star.
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Selected in the 20th round of the 2005 MLB First Year Player Draft by the San Francisco Giants.
Arizona 2006
Season: Batted .297 with five home runs, 39 runs scored and 28 RBI in 46 games played ... at USC (May 26-28): Started in right in all three games and went 3-for-12 with a triple, two RBI and three runs scored ... No. 12 Arizona State (May 19-21): Went 4-for-14 (.286) with a triple, a home run, three RBI and a pair runs scored ... Washington State (May 13-15): Batted .286 (4-for-13) with four RBI and three runs scored ... UNLV (May 5-7): Collected a pinch hit single in his only plate appearance of the series .... Washington (April 28-30): Returned to the lineup after missing six games with a sprained ankle ... Went 3-for-10 (.300) with a double, five runs scored and a RBI ... UCLA (April 13-15): Went 3-for-11 (.273) with a double, two RBI and three runs scored in three starts ... Sprained his ankle in the series finale ... at No. 14 Oregon State (April 7-9): Hit his fourth home run of the year and finished the three-game series 5-for-14 (.357) with two RBI and a team-high four runs scored ... No. 10 Arizona State (April 2): Batted .333 (1-for-3) and scored a team-high three runs at Chase Field ... at Cal (March 30-April 1): Went 4-for-11 (.364) with a team-high four runs scored ... Hit his team-leading third home run of the season, a two-run shot, in Thursday's 3-2 loss ... UC Irvine (March 25-26): Missed series with injured wrist ... No. 7 Cal State Fullerton (March 17-19): Batted .100 (1-for-10) with a RBI ... at No. 15 Mississippi State (March 10-12): Finished the series 2-for-10 (.200) with two runs scored and a triple ... Dairy Queen Classic (March 3-5): Hit his second HR of the year in UA's 7-2 win over Minnesota ... Threw out a runner at home from right in the first inning against Notre Dame. Game went scoreless until the 10th inning ... La Salle (Feb. 24-26): Batted .444 (4-for-9) with a double, a triple, three RBI and three runs scored in three starts ... Finished the series opener 3 for 5 with three RBI and two runs scored ... New Mexico (Feb. 17-19): Hit .385 (5-for-13) with a RBI and three runs scored in three games vs. the Lobos ... at UC Riverside (Feb. 10-12): Went 3-for-11 (.273) with two RBI and a run scored in three games ... Loyola Marymount (Feb 3-5): Hit a home run on the first collegiate pitch thrown to him in a pinch hit appearance in the season opener ... Finished the series 2-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored.
High School
Graduated from Borah High School in Boise, Idaho, in 2005 ... Earned three varsity letters in baseball for coach Jake Taylor ... Team won back-to-back Idaho state championships his junior and senior seasons ... 2005 Gatorade Idaho Player of the Year ... 2005 BCA/Louisville Slugger Idaho Player of the Year ... Three-time All Southern Idaho Conference honoree ... District player of the year his junior and senior seasons ... All-Idaho All-Star ... Northwestern Baseball All-Star ... 2003 Junior Olympic Team member.
Summer Leagues
Played four years American Legion baseball ... Team won one state championship and finished third at regionals ... Participated at the 2004 Area Code games in
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|Beer (302)
|Mild to Medium
Sort of a lighter version of Timm London 1000, with less Latakia and a more dominant sweetish (coconut?) topping. Not bad, simply quite dull. Not a patch to a true English mixture, although there are several worse blends out there.
Enough complexity, juicy sweet and toasted Virginia background, but not enough distinctiveness and the Latakia does not shine very much. As I said above, the sweet tin note is reminiscent of coconut, a note which I have found in only two other tobaccos so far: Rattray's Highland Targe, and Ashton's Celebrated Sovereign (European version).
Smokable, but unexciting.
Pipe Used: several Dunhills
Age When Smoked: less than 6 months
Purchased From: Dan Pipes
Similar Blends: Rattray Highland Targe, Timm London Blend 1000.
3 people found this review helpful.
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|the_german (230)
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I had tried a bowlful of this blend at friends' about a year ago; not enough to form a definite opinion, but certainly enough to make me put this on my list of blends to test. Which I now did.
The tin contains a foil pouch folded into it; in my case, it was not even sealed, just folded shut. I understand that the export tins are sealed. The leaf from the new tin is ready to stuff; a mixed ribbon cut with lots of dark leaf in there, but also a good amount of bright VA and Orient. The tin note reveals a topping that is a bit weird, but acceptable.
Stuffing and lighting is easy enough; from the beginning, there is certainly enough Latakia in there, but also the wonderful sweetness from the VAs and the spice and flowery notes from the Orientals -- my guess would be Turkish. Good mouth-feel, easy burn, nothing but grey ashes left, practically no dottle.
This is the quality of pipe blend that I am accustomed to from Dunhill, and this comes at a much better price. I shall stick with it. The Raven is not a full-tilt after-dinner blend, but I do tend to smoke it in the evening; it has those qualities going with the idea of a relaxing evening. I tend to have a good ale or Export along with it.
Purchased From: DanPipe
Similar Blends: Ashton - Artisan's Blend.
2 people found this review helpful.