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John Jessup serves as the main news anchor for CBN, a position he assumed after 10 years reporting for the network in Washington, D.C. He joined CBN News in September 2003, starting out as a national correspondent and then covering the Pentagon and Capitol Hill.
His work in broadcast news has earned him several awards in reporting, producing, and coordinating elections coverage. While at CBN, he has reported from a number of places including Moore, Oklahoma, after the historic F5 tornado and parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas devastated by Hurricane Katrina.He also traveled to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba during the height of allegations of detainee abuse.
Before making the move to Washington, he reported for NBC affiliates in Missouri and Arkansas, places filled with people he calls the "salt of the earth." He also interned with NBC News at the network's London bureau.
John earned a degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Missouri, and after 15 years of reporting his passion remains unchanged: telling compelling stories about people, their experiences, and how they see the world.
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CBN News toured the site of the future Museum of the Bible in the nation's capital, 18 months before its scheduled opening.
Conflicts from Syria to Iraq to the unrest in Libya and Yemen have exposed new limitations of America's superior military might.
It's called one of the church's "dirty little secrets." But in reality, it is a serious mental illness affecting millions -- something one Grammy-Award winning gospel musician knows all too well.
After shutting down much of the East Coast over the weekend, Winter Storm Jonas is still causing trouble at the beginning of the work week.
As the winter system began winding down Saturday evening, the number of people dramatically impacted was on the rise – with more than a dozen deaths blamed on the storm.
Washington -- So far, Winter Strom Jonas is living up to expectations as a walloping winter storm system.
Snow, ice, coastal flooding, and freezing rain – those are some of the conditions Winter Storm Jonas is bringing to more than dozen states.
T.D. Jakes is an internationally respected man of faith with tremendous influence across the world. Now, with a new book and a television talk show, he's showing others how to "step into your destiny."
He's one of the most well-known pastors in America. But how much do most people really know about Bishop T.D. Jakes?
While some of the pope's biggest supporters are Hispanic, proud of the Catholic Church's first pope from Latin America, he's also got a strong base among Charismatic Catholics.
In the same arena where the NHL's Philadelphia Flyers play on ice, thousands of worshippers met to pray for the fire of the Holy Spirit.
Ten years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Southeast, Pass Christian, Miss. residents remain resilient in their recovery efforts, despite the deep scars left behind.
Ten years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Southeast, Pass Christian, Miss. residents remain resilient in their recovery efforts, despite the deep scars left behind.
They are American national treasures -- our wounded warriors. Injuries have taken more than a million out of the fight since the start of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. But many are overcoming through the healing power of sports.
After months and countless hours of training and practice, some 250 "warrior athletes" that included wounded services members and veterans began their drive to compete for gold.
Washington, D.C., is a place known for running – and not just for public office. Visit the city and you will see people pounding the pavement at all times of the day.
The Baltimore police investigation has concluded Freddie Gray died of injuries sustained while in the police transport van.
The Baltimore police investigation has concluded Freddie Gray died of injuries sustained while in the police transport van.
As a Vietnam War veteran, Roy Moore is no stranger to a fight. But today he's engaged in a battle of a different kind – one being waged in the courts over same-sex marriage.
Black and white, young and old - thousands returned to the port city of Selma, situated along the Alabama River, to honor the courageous men and women who changed a city in the Deep South and an entire nation.
Most Americans say they're Christian. But how many live up to that claim? It's a question that led Mike Phillips to quit his high powered job and take a leap of faith.
Whether it's raining or the sun is shining, Anthony Crawford can be found selling newspapers at a busy intersection just blocks away from the White House in downtown Washington, D.C.
Violent protests erupted in Ferguson, Missouri, Monday night after a grand jury found no probable cause to indict a white police officer in the Aug. 9 shooting death of Michael Brown, an unarmed black teenager.
Last summer's fatal shooting of Michael Brown has sparked violent protests and put Ferguson, Missouri on edge. But one area church aims to calm the unrest with a message of God's love.
Ferguson residents are bracing for backlash as they await a grand jury decision on whether Officer Darren Wilson should stand trial in the death of Michael Brown. Many want to move beyond the protests and hatred.
Republican Sen. Tom Coburn has just released his annual "Wastebook" report which lists 100 examples of wasteful government spending totaling $25 billion.
Republican Sen. Tom Coburn has just released his annual "Wastebook" report which lists 100 examples of wasteful government spending totaling $25 billion.
September 26 marks two years since Iran threw American Pastor Saeed Abedini in prison for his Christian faith. Believers around the world joined his wife in prayer for his release.
A new government report confirms what pro-life advocates have long feared: President Barack Obama's signature health care reform law allows for taxpayer-funded abortions.
The new show "Black Jesus" has Christians outraged and calling for its cancellation before it debuts next week on the Cartoon Network.
Former Maryland official Robin Bartlett Frazier says there's a war on religious liberty. She shares why she was willing to go to jail over the name "Jesus."
Former Maryland official Robin Bartlett Frazier says there's a war on religious liberty. She shares why she was willing to go to jail over the name "Jesus."
A week after their show got axed from HGTV, David and Jason Benham are still making headlines. But instead of defending their reputation, they're sharing their faith.
Christian brothers and business owners David and Jason Benham are citing a "smear campaign" as the reason their reality show was dropped by HGTV.
A year after Dr. Kermit Gosnell was convicted in the deaths of babies born alive, two filmmakers have made it their mission to expose the truth the doctor.
A day after the Supreme Court gave the green light to Christian prayers at public meetings, the ruling is being challenged in at least one municipality in Maryland.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that cities and towns across America can continue praying at public meetings.
Wednesday marks an historic day for America -- an event that will bring big names in politics and the evangelical community for a national celebration and prayer.
Millions of Americans are digging out from another snow storm, with winter's latest punch forcing the federal government, schools, and offices to shut down.
One refugee shared the story of how his life was ripped to shreds in the Congo and stitched back together when he arrived in the land of opportunity.
In Iraq, churches are under attack from Islamic radicals. One Iraqi Christian fled to America, but her heart remains with her persecuted brothers and sisters.
Nagmeh Abedini describes herself as a normal, everyday mom. But for the past year and a half, her life has been anything but normal.
The wife of an American pastor imprisoned in Iran has a message for America's top political leaders: don't forget her husband.
Roughly 800 people packed into the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, N.C., to show their love and admiration for the man known as "America's pastor."
Evangelist Billy Graham turned 95 Thursday and he rang in his next year by preaching what some predict could be his largest-ever crusade.
Gospel music legend Bobby Jones opened up to CBN News about a painful childhood secret in hopes the lessons he learned might help others.
When the scandal over the IRS's targeting of conservative groups first broke, Republicans and Democrats cried foul. Now the outcry sounds more like a whimper.
Military veterans roamed freely this weekend around Washington's war memorials, dedicated to honor their sacrifice and the freedoms they fought to defend.
In an exclusive interview with CBN News, evangelist Franklin Graham says America is in crisis because we've taken God out of the picture.
The Senate finally reached a bipartisan deal that would end the government shutdown and avoid default, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid announced Wednesday.
The government shutdown has turned into a potential legal showdown, revolving around the closing of the World War II Memorial in Washington.
Obamacare is supposed to allow Americans to comparatively shop health insurance plans. But some fear it could pose risks well beyond a person's health.
Members of Congress were as divided as the Supreme Court over the DOMA ruling. CBN News has first-hand reactions from Capitol Hill.
If there's one government agency that doesn't need another scandal, it's the IRS.
The President boasted his administration would be the most transparent administration ever. But critics investigating the Sept. 11 Benghazi attack would disagree.
The tornado that hit Moore, Okla., one week ago today cut a 17-mile-wide trail of destruction.
President Obama heads to Moore, Okla., this weekend to honor the victims of Monday's deadly tornado.
As thousands of residents face the reality of starting over, many say "Oklahoma spirit" is what keeps them strong.
While it will take time for residents of the tornado-battered town of Moore, Okla., to heas, there are already signs of recovery.
Late-term abortionist Kermit Gosnell has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of three infants born alive, but he was spared the death penalty.
The Boston Marathon bombings are sparking questions about privacy as America slips closer to a surveillance society.
From near and far, people packed the halls of the United States Capitol to "Pray for America," the motto for this year's annual observance.
Despite the gruesome nature of the Kermit Gosnell trial, it still isn't getting much coverage from the major media.
Pastor Rick Warren gave thanks for the outpouring of support his family is receiving following the suicide of his youngest son Matthew.
After her day in court, DOMA plaintiff Edie Windsor told supporters it's important for the court to recognize gay unions, adding the word "marriage" is key.
Emotions flew high at the Supreme Court, where the justices took up California's voter-approved measure defining marriage as between a man and a woman.
Pastor Saeed Abedini met with his family in Iran for an extended two-hour visitation Monday. The visit was allowed in commemoration of Nowruz, the Persian New Year.
The young son of a U.S. pastor jailed in Iran celebrated his fifth birthday this weekend. But the one wish he wanted didn't come true: his father's freedom.
An all-out budget battle is brewing on Capitol Hill, with lawmakers on both sides saying it's not just about numbers, but priorities.
The Republican measure called the Health Care Conscience Rights Act is designed to protect the rights of pro-life employers, insurers and medical workers.
The heaviest snowfall in three years is overtaking the nation's capital, bringing at least a foot of snow.
How do you make politics more accountable and cure Washington's dysfunction? Former U.S. Comptroller David Walker's group, No Labels, is making that happen.
President Barack Obama laid out his second-term vision, touching on everything from the economy to education to America's role on the world stage and here at home.
America seems more divided than united. Now, some are bonding - not in spite of their political differences but because of them.
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is a rising star among conservatives. While he's still getting used to the title, the Lone Star State's new senator is already making waves.
After the Supreme Court ruled Obamacare constitutional, most thought the case against the law was settled. But a growing number of lawsuits may mean its undoing.
On a bright and sunny day inside the Washington Beltway, lawmakers old and new alike took the oath of office Thursday as the the first day of the new 113th Congress began.
Staunch conservative Sen. Jim DeMint is leaving Congress to take over as the president of the policy think tank The Heritage Foundation.
Rep. Tim Huelskamp has been an outspoken critic of House leadership for not pushing to cut more spending. Now it appears he's paying the price.
Lawmakers are no closer to a deal on avoiding the fiscal cliff than they were before Thanksgiving when both parties strongly hinted a deal was in reach.
More questions than answers are still being raised about the attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi that killed U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans.
Republicans are reeling after former Republican senator and Virginia Gov. George Allen lost to another former governor, Democrat Tim Kaine.
While some religious institutions challenge part of the president's healthcare law in court some states, like Missouri, are going directly to the voters.
Republican Todd Akin's comments on rape sent the GOP into a tailspin. Party leaders and the media all but gave the win to Democrats. But it's still anyone's race.
A retired high-ranking Dutch official is being honored for his work. But human rights advocates say he doesn't deserve praise; he deserves prison.
Many pastors participated in "Pulpit Freedom Sunday." The aim is to prompt a court challenge to overturn federal tax laws they say deprive them of their right to free speech.
David and Jason Benham have gained success through "missioneering," a business model they say mixes engineering and pioneering ideas with missions and biblical principles.
In the latest installment of our Nation of Criminals series, CBN News explains how one man's passion for plants ultimately landed him in prison.
When the leader of the free world comes to town, one thing's for sure, it feels a little less free to move about. Among the largest expenses and headaches: security.
There's a growing divide in the Democratic Party among some key minority voters like Hispanics and African Americans.
Charlotte Christians joined together ahead of the Democratic National Convention with one goal in mind: to repent and ask God to raise up the Church.
If you haven't heard of Utah Mayor Mia Love by now, you will. Should this black, conservative mom win Utah's 4th Congressional District seat, she'll be a trailblazer.
GOP Senate candidate Todd Akin issued an apology video for remarks he made about rape and reaffirmed that fact he has no plans to drop out.
Christian leaders gathered at a special summit of the International AIDS Conference this week to discuss the role of the church in fighting this deadly disease.
As Egypt moves toward "democratic reforms," the situation is deteriorating for the Coptic church, especially Christian women.
The Supreme Court issued a mixed bag of opinions on Arizona's controversial immigration law, striking down three of the four key provisions.
In a packed room on Capitol Hill Wednesday, sparks flew as the House Homeland Security Committee held its fifth hearing on radical Islam.
Michigan Rep. Tim Walberg, a former pastor, is pushing a House resolution supporting school boards that start their meetings with prayer.
While polls show shifting public perceptions on same-sex marriage, they don't show the widening cultural divide between opposing sides.
House lawmakers are pushing a bill that would make it a crime for doctors to perform abortions simply on the basis of gender.
Republican lawmakers are pushing for a measure that would protect the conscience of all armed services personnel who disagree with homosexuality.
With less than six months left before Election Day, some people are looking to the past, honoring the faith and leadership of one of the nation's founding fathers.
Christians across the country gathered at churches, city halls, community buildings and even on street corners in recognition of the annual National Day of Prayer.
Pastor Joel Osteen isn't backing away from recent remarks about Christianity and Mormonism, even as he held a huge 'Night of Hope' celebration in the nation's capitol.
Thanks to an overcriminalization, anyone could be convicted of a federal crime. It's not only bad for individuals, it's bad for business like Gibson Guitars.
Arizonans head to the polls Tuesday to vote on who will temporarily replace former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.
Imagine you've lived an honest life, and then without warning, you're arrested for a federal crime. That's what happened to racing legend Bobby Unser.
Experts say anyone can fall prey to "overcriminalization." CBN News investigated the growing phenomenon and how it's making America a nation of criminals.
Mitt Romney said he's "almost there" in his six-year pursuit of the Republican presidential nomination.
Actor George Clooney is calling on the global community, and Washington in particular, to act now to save potentially thousands of lives in South Sudan.
Actor George Clooney is using his star power to shine the light on human rights abuses in Sudan. He credits Christians for providing healing and relief.
The Republican battle for the White House is far from over as Super Tuesday allowed both GOP front-runners to put key states in their win column.
Across the tight-knit community of Harrisburg are the scars of last week's deadly tornado. Also visible is the determination of a city trying to move forward.
The bill would allow employers and insurers to opt out of requirements in the president's health care law if they object on moral or religious grounds.
Washington's spending problem has the White House eyeing the military for massive cuts. Critics worry those cuts could seriously hurt America's national defense.
Buffalo soldiers. They're sometimes called America's "forgotten" military heroes. Their history may not be well known, but their legacy has left a lasting imprint.
Among the most vocal critics of President Obama's $4 trillion budget are Tea Party lawmakers. But do they have enough support to turn their priorities into law?
The long-time U.S. ally now appears to be playing a hostile game of chicken, with American pro-democracy workers caught in the middle.
President Obama suggested that his politics of 'shared responsibility' and higher taxes for the rich are shaped by the teachings of Jesus.
Oakland, Calif., residents are cleaning up after a weekend of violent clashes between police and Occupy Wall Street protesters, leading to more than 400 arrests.
For 39 years the abortion battle has been waged in the courts and the streets. Now one Maryland family is fighting for the unborn on the local level.
Wednesday's vote is only symbolic and won't stop the increase, nor will it help break the gridlock in Washington to push legislation through.
President Barack Obama asked Congress Friday for the authority to reorganize the government in an effort save money and shrink its size.
More police departments in the nation's capital are using cameras that scan residents' license plates, a new trend that has privacy advocates up in arms.
The payroll tax standoff is particularly damaging to the GOP, who rejected the Senate's two-month extension in favor of a deal that will last through 2012.
Religious liberty is one of America's most cherished protections. But if one group has its way, that could change not only in the U.S., but around the world.
Freshmen GOP congressmen are angry over budget compromises that they say are weakening pro-life legislation passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.
Some believe there won't be any Congressional agreement on key issues without a clear mandate from American voters.
Cain's departure from the presidential race set off a mad scramble for his supporters and staff. However, it's Newt Gingrich who has emerged as the front-runner.
Republicans pledged to make spending cuts a top priority. But some are beginning to question what spending cuts really mean in Washington-speak.
There's growing concern whether Washington's "supercommittee" will meet its goal of cutting $1.5 trillion from the deficit.
Rep. Frank Wolf's dream of serving in Congress dates back to childhood. But soon he discovered his real cause was global.
More slaves exist today than at any other point in history. As one North African teen knows all too well, one of the worst offenders is Sudan.
Since Heartbeat International started its "Babies Go to Congress" campaign, the group of moms and pregnancy center workers have met with dozens of lawmakers.
For an institution steeped in tradition, it's unusual for a freshman in the Senate to be as influential as Portman. Then again, he's not your typical senator.
The nation's commander-in-chief is once again playing "salesman-in-chief" in his second trip to Ohio in two weeks.
Like New York, many residents of Washington, D.C. believe the tragic events of 9/11 made them stronger.
Congress is back in session in Washington after a month-long recess, and lawmakers have a lot on their plate.
The dollar, by some estimates, has lost about 80 percent of its purchasing since 1970. Now some believe the time has come to return to gold standard.
As the new chaplain of the House, Father Patrick Conroy hopes to give Capitol Hill a makeover not by focusing on policy, but on matters of the heart and soul.
Many legal analysts believe among the cases the high court will consider this term will be recent rulings on President Obama's health care reform law.
The Senate managed to pass an emergency bill to raise the nation's debt limit Tuesday, ensuring the government will not default on its loans.
Washington leaders are corralling their members to line up in support of a debt agreement that would avert a default which could cripple the U.S. and global economies.
Republicans have been forced to reconsider their opposition to the plan put forward by House Speaker John Boehner, a proposal that had to be reworked.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said his plan is "everything the Republicans have demanded wrapped up in a bow and delivered to their door."
The potential of a historic government default has many worried about panicking the markets.
The Senate voted against the Tea Party-back "cut, cap and balance" plan produced by the House.
The balanced budget fight hasn't faded since the Founding Fathers. Some say the way to hold Congress accountable is to make the law part of the Constitution.
As the clock keeps ticking, multiple last-minute plans are being hashed out on Capitol Hill to prevent the country from defaulting on its debt.
Many are prophesying catastrophe if politicians don't reach a deal to raise the debt ceiling by August. But some suggest such fears are overblown.
Republicans want spending cuts, while Democrats want tax increases. And there's even growing dissension among lawmakers within party lines.
The South Carolina senator says America is in "a fight to preserve its freedoms." He's looking for those who'll join in what he calls "the freedom agenda" to save and protect the country's future.
As lawmakers scramble to cut a bipartisan deficit-reduction deal, one congressman says he has a plan everyone can agree on - and it's based on a penny.
The Justice Department has entered a legal battle on behalf of Planned Parenthood over a new Indiana law that bans taxpayer funding for abortions.
Congress will hold its second hearing on violent Islamic radicalization, a topic so controversial the first hearing drew days of protests from religious and civil rights groups.
By the year 2020, between 40 to 50 million Chinese men won't be able to find wives. Human rights groups blame the situation on a modern-day "gendercide."
More than half the White House budget calls for spending on entitlement programs, causing some to worry the U.S. is heading down the same path as Europe.
After a week of grieving and seeing devastation at every turn Joplin residents are pausing this Memorial Day to honor those who have suffered so much loss.
Although the death of Osama bin Laden delivered a crushing blow to al Qaeda, experts warn his goal to strike the American heartland is alive and well.
With gas prices continuing to rise, there isn't much love in the U.S. for major oil company executives -- especially on Capitol Hill.
One of the many questions surrounding Osama bin Laden's killing is whether the United States should consider Pakistan a friend or foe.
As administration officials decide to release photo showing bin Laden's corpse, questions remain about Pakistan's knowledge or lack of it.
Conservatives say they won't consider raising the federal debt limit without major spending cuts. One freshman lawmaker has bold ideas on where to start trimming.
Top negotiators on Capitol Hill worked all Wednesday night and through Thursday to close a deal on a federal budget and avoid a government shutdown.
Critics fault Congress and the power grab created by multiple federal agencies for wasteful government spending.
The rules go into effect April 4, but several groups feel the standards are too weak to effectively prevent sexual assault among inmates.
When it comes to spending, these lawmakers are showing their true allegiance is principle, not a political party.
Japanese officials are keeping their attention on the threat of a nuclear disaster after a fire and explosion at a power plant caused a spike in radiation levels.
Even though the country was prepared for a major quake, it has been clearly overwhelmed by the scale of this disaster.
The congressional hearing investigating radicalization of American Muslims is on track to be the most controversial of the year.
A group of women have started on a cross-country campaign to stop taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood, America's largest abortion provider.
Five Republican hopefuls made their political pitches to swoon voters in Iowa -- a state renowned for launching presidential campaigns.
Congress appears to be heading toward another showdown over the budget in Washington, D.C.
The Supreme Court ruled that a Kansas church known for its insensitive protests outside military funerals has the constitutional right to plan such demonstrations.
A new report from the Government Accountability Office reveals that the government is wasting taxpayers' money every day.
One historic family has worked together to advance the work of racial harmony.
Before they were killed, Scott and Jean Adam had been sailing the seas distributing Bibles and "seeking fertile ground for the Word."
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a spending bill over the weekend that includes deep cuts to this year's federal budget.
President Obama defended his proposed 2012 budget plan Tuesday, saying it put the country on a path to pay for what it spends by the middle of the decade.
President Obama wants American businesses to hire and invest more to help the fragile economy. But critics say his new message doesn't quite square up with his record.
Former President Ronald Reagan was honored on his 100th birthday Sunday with tributes in California and across America.
While many drivers may consider red light traffic cameras a money-making gimmick by local municipalities, a new study has found that they save lives.
A Federal judge has ruled that President Obama's health care law is unconstitutional, marking the second ruling against the controversial legislation.
Some fear the political fight about getting the nation's fiscal house in order could lead to a government shutdown.
Wintery weather has continued to wallop the Northeast this year. Cities from Washington, D.C. to New York and beyond were buried again in heavy snow Thursday.
Republicans said the investments the president spoke about in his State of the Union address Tuesday night is "Obama-speak" for spending.
With a newly elected pro-life speaker and the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives, pro-life advocates say that their prospects are looking brighter.
Pro-life lawmakers in Washington are introducing legislation that would make it illegal to use taxpayer money to perform abortions.
The husband of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., has expressed his willingness to meet with the parents of the man suspected of shooting his wife.
A fast-moving winter storm, or a "weather bomb" as some forecasters have called it, has brought heavy snow and winds along the East Coast.
Liberals quickly blamed conservatives for creating the climate that led to the attack -- and that has sparked a fiery debate about political rhetoric.
Members of Congress are still in shock over the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., this weekend. For some, the emotions were hard to restrain.
Doctors say they are "very, very encouraged" by the progress Rep. Gabrielle Giffords one day after she was shot in the head at a public event in Tucson, Ariz.
The crack of a gavel marked the official start of the 112th session of Congress Wednesday, with 242 Republican members and 193 Democrats.
There will be plenty of fresh, new faces on Capitol Hill Wednesday, and most of them are Republicans ready to present President Obama with plenty of fresh, new challenges.
Queensland Treasurer Andrew Fraser has called the recent flooding in Australia a "disaster of biblical proportion."
With a new session for lawmakers on Capitol Hill, the GOP says it's ready to take on the White House, tackle the deficit and challenge big government.
Despite having boundless opportunities, 8-year-old Rhema Marvanne is focused on what she wants to do -- bring others to God through her music.
Tuesday marks the first day of winter and in some places across the U.S., it roared in with a vengeance.
The current Congress has shown no signs of slowing down -- taking up controversial votes during their final days.
The legal challenge to President Barack Obama's health care law -- ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge -- will eventually go to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Residents of the Upper Midwest were digging out Monday after a powerful snowstorm blanketed the region over the weekend.
Colder weather has moved into the country from the Midwest to the South, where farmers are working to save their crops.
President Barack Obama has agreed to extend the Bush tax cuts for two years.
Late Monday that Democrats and Republicans had finally reached common ground on year-end legislation to extend expiring tax cuts and renew jobless benefits.
The Smithsonian Institute's National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., was forced to remove part of an exhibit that was deemed sacrilegious.
Obama said he reached a "broad" agreement with Republicans on extending the Bush tax cuts and working toward bipartisanship on the budget and national security.
Hundreds of thousands of State Department documents leaked Sunday revealed a hidden world of backstage international diplomacy.
Bridges new role as the national spokesperson for the childhood anti-hunger campaign No Kids Hungry is the one he calls the most important, one in which all Americans can get involved.
After a debt-crippled Ireland finally swallowed its pride and asked the EU for a bailout, it now appears Spain, the fourth-largest economy in Europe, may follow suit.
The Transportation Security Administration officials indicated they may revise the ramped up security screening techniques being used at the nation's airports.
Obama's welcome was watered down by news that his Indonesia trip would end early, because the volcano known as Mount Merapi, is still spewing dangerous ash.
The incoming Congress won't be sworn in until January, but newly-elected conservatives have already set their agenda.
The base community has planned several weekend events to remember the victims who lost their lives.
Rhema Marvanne recently turned 8 years old but sings with a voice well beyond her years.
Pundits say no matter what the outcome on Tuesday's election, one thing is certain: Gridlock in Washington is virtually inevitable.
Tea Party favorite Sharron Angle has mounted a fight to unseat incumbent Harry Reid, the Senate's most powerful player. Polls show she just may pull it off.
While many analysts are focusing on the weak economy as the big issue, many voters say their number one concern is the big spending in Washington, D.C.
California Republican Senate candidate Carly Fiorina is expected to be released from the hospital Wednesday, and resume campaigning Thursday.
Some conservatives have called for a cut in NPR funding after officials fired Williams for a politically incorrect comment about Muslims.
Tuesday marked the sixth day of national protests involving teachers, nurses, air traffic controllers, and workers at oil refineries.
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have hit the campaign trail hard. Yet, it may not be enough to prevent a major Republican victory.
One of the closest-watched races this cycle is in Nevada, a state with not only the highest unemployment, but the highest rate of foreclosures.
For three years, Michelle Rhee has been the public face of education in D.C., serving as the top administrator and education crusader in the district's public schools.
Actor George Clooney spoke to CBN News about why he fears Sudan could return to a civil war if a peace agreement is not reached soon.
French workers have hit the picket line, refusing to go to work and have shut down many services across the country.
The weak economy and high unemployment remain the dominant issues with voters, which is bad news for the Democrats.
In any give year, clinical depression affects one in four American adults -- nearly 20 million people annually.
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke warned about American's massive government deficits on Monday. He called them a "real and growing" threat.
Japan issued a travel alert on Monday, joining the United States and Britain in warning of a possible terrorist attack by al Qaeda in Europe.
Congress has recessed until after the midterm elections and have left some Americans wondering why they even came back.
President Barack Obama is back in campaign mode, trying to energize his base to help Democrats keep their control of power in Washington, D.C.
Bishop Eddie Long told his church family Sunday that he will fight allegations that he lured young men into sexual relationships.
A bill including a provision to repeal "Don't ask, Don't tell" was struck down Tuesday, slimming the possibility of Democrats overturning the military's ban on homosexuals before year's end.
Most people know salmon is a very healthy food. But instead of eating the salmon God made, would you eat salmon that humans have tinkered with a bit?
Igor weakened to a category one hurricane just before it hit Bermuda. It was strong enough to knock out power to two-thirds of the island.
Even before they can pinpoint a cause, experts said the risks associated with aging gas pipelines are far more common than most people would think.
A clash of ideas between Democrats and Republicans mean there are no guarantees they will reach an agreement before the elections in November.
President Barack Obama is still offering more plans to help the economy, but not everyone thinks he has the right answers.
Forecasters have predicted Hurricane Earl is on track to possibly make landfall in North Carolina on Thursday.
The anniversary of the country's worst natural disaster was an opportunity to look back and learn some important lessons.
There are growing concerns that the global economy may soon dip back into recession.
More than 500 million eggs have been recalled in the latest salmonella outbreak, but some health experts believe it could have been prevented.
The president has repeatedly said he's Christian, yet only 34 percent of respondents in a recent Pew poll agreed with him.
The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has said that for now, there will be no same-sex marriages in California.
Some of President Barack Obama's comments about religious freedom seem to be creating more problems for his party.
President Barack Obama is trying to reach out to corporate America and look for ways to jumpstart the economy, but business leaders are skeptical.
Voters in four states head to the polls Tuesday, to determine who will run for their parties in this Fall's mid-term elections.
Mourners recently gathered in Kabul for a small memorial ceremony in honor of 10 aid workers murdered in Afghanistan this week.
The weather has been hot, muggy and humid for parts of the country. In some places, temperatures have soared above 100 degrees for a stretch of days.
The legal battle for the future of marriage in America is certain to go all the way to the Supreme Court after a federal judge struck down Proposition 8, Wednesday.
As Congress wraps up work for summer break, brewing ethics charges against prominent House leader Rep. Charlie Rangel could spell more trouble for Democrats come November.
The legal battle is just beginning over Arizona's controversial immigration law after a federal judge blocked the key provisions of the measure.
Less than 48 hours after being called a racist and forced to resign from her job at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Shirley Sherrod may be headed back to work.
In one of the hottest summers on record, 43 of the 50 states have had temperatures soaring to 90 degrees or higher. And forecasters warn it'll get worse.
Charges of racism have the Tea Party defending itself against allegations from the country's oldest civil rights organization.
Results of a recent poll revealed that the American public's confidence in President Obama has reached a new low.
Lawmakers have just four weeks to complete their work before packing their bags and returning to their home districts for August recess.
With the U.S. facing a tough economy and the expansion of government, it seems voters are gearing up to make major changes in Washington.
A Boston judge has ruled the federal law defining marriage as between one man and one woman is unconstitutional, a decision that could reach beyond Massachussetts.
After four days of steamy, 100 degree heat, the East Coast is starting to cool down - but not much.
Temperatures have risen so high on the East Coast that it has become dangerous to be outdoors.
The president's new general is now on the ground in Afghanistan but there are still plenty of doubts for the war, some of which are causing a fallout within the GOP.
While Republicans work to win enough seats to regain control of the House this November, many Democrats are on a mission to defeat opponents in red districts.
President Obama has relieved Gen. Stanley McChrystal of his command in Afghanistan and appointed Gen. David Petraeus to replace him.
Calling himself a Muslim soldier, a Pakistan-born U.S. citizen pleaded guilty Monday to carrying out the failed Times Square car bombing.
The cost of responding to the Gulf oil spill has now reached $2 billion. But BP may be paying an even heavier price in the court of public opinion.
British Petroleum Chief Executive Tony Hayward said he was "devastated" and "deeply sorry" when testifying about the oil spill in the Gulf on Capitol Hill Thursday.
As the president prepares to brief Americans on the Gulf oil spill, new information shows BP had been cutting corners to save time and money.
The healing power of sports is helping to rebuild the lives of many of America's wounded veterans from the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.
CBN News presents a short video tour with Len Roster of Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun near Colorado Springs, Colo.
In testimony on Capitol Hill, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the U.S. has to do something to get its deficits under control.
The French showed their gratitude last weekend for the D-Day invasion 66 years ago that began the liberation of Europe from the Germans during World War II.
British Petroleum has reported it has made some progress in its efforts to stop the oil gushing into the Gulf of Mexico.
The latest attempt to contain the oil gusher in the Gulf has stalled after a saw became stuck as it was cutting through a pipe on a busted well.
Europe's ballooning debt puts the world economic recovery in jeopardy, with the risk of slipping into a double dip recession.
Democrats are in a rush to repeal the policy and it's drawing more attention to the debate over gays serving openly in the armed forces.
Critics say repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell will have a negative impact on the men and women serving in the armed forces and on the country.
The Gulf oil spill has already developed into a major environmental problem. Now it's becoming a political issue for the White House as well.
Anger is growing as millions of gallons of oil pour into the Gulf of Mexico. Now the spill has entered a new phase: The blame game.
Across the U.S., the wave of dissatisfaction with the D.C. establishment doesn't seem to be slowing between now and the midterm elections.
Analysts worry the problems with Greece and other countries could drag down the European economy - and that could hurt the U.S. as well.
Officials say the man suspected of trying to detonate a car bomb in Times Square has been providing "useful information" about his failed attack.
The man suspected of attempting to blow up a car bomb in the middle of Times Square has admitted to his role in the foiled attack.
The hunt is on for the suspect behind the failed bombing that could have set off a deadly fireball in New York City's Times Square.
The massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is making landfall in Louisiana, with thousands of barrels of oil seeping into the water, threatening wildlife.
In the beauty and majesty of Washington's National Cathedral, hundreds came to celebrate her life and pay their final respects.
One Navy lieutenant is running across the "Land of Opportunity" with a mission to break a world record and, he says, to give God glory.
The president is trying to convince voters his economic policies are working. But with unemployment near 10 percent, many still have their doubts.
Despite a round of deadly storms that left hundreds homeless and knocked out power grids, some southern residents have miraculous stories of survival.
The members of Congress say they are willing to take the legal fight all the way up to the Supreme Court.
It's the longest delay in air traffic since World War II and matters could get worse as there are reports a second volcano may erupt.
Pork-barrel spending is a long-standing custom that a growing number of lawmakers now say amounts to a culture of corruption.
For the first time in a year and a half, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is over 11,000. But does this really mean good news for the economy?
Wednesday's quake is the latest in a series of significant global tremors since the beginning of 2010.
Family in a West Virginia community are in mourning Tuesday after a blast at a local coal mine claimed the lives of 25 people.
Experts are warning millions in the Baja California area to brace for aftershocks following a powerful 7.2 earthquake.
As Americans prepare to file their income tax returns, some analysts are warning about the taxes people will be paying for the reforms in the new law.
If you don't have a doctor, you better find one fast. The new health care law is expected to bring in millions of new patients, making it harder to find a physician.
The Obama administration announced efforts to rescue millions of struggling Americans burned by defaulting on their mortgages and on the brink of losing their homes.
The president met privately with Israel's prime minister Tuesday to smooth relations between the U.S. and Israel over construction in Jerusalem.
Less than two days after Congress passed President Barack Obama's sweeping health care bill, the measure already faces challenges in court.
President Barack Obama got his top domestic priority passed this weekend after House Democrats narrowly approved major health care legislation.
Strengthening abortion funding language could buy Democrats more health care votes, but opponents still have doubts and are fighting to have their voices heard.
With mounting debt and deficit spending, the U.S. is at risk of losing its AAA rating, which could affect the economic recovery.
It's crunch-time for Democrats trying to pass health care reform. House leaders admit they don't have the votes yet, but are certain the bill will pass.
A group of pro-life lawmakers from within his own party are threatening to vote "no" unless abortion funding is banned in the bill.
The government is cracking down in Chile, imposing a curfew to stop looting in the ravaged South American country.
More than a million Chilean homes have been damaged or destroyed after Saturday's 8.8 earthquake. Now thousands of people are living on the street.
The United States may be a country founded on religious freedoms, but today members of the Obama administration met with a group who'd rather America be free from religion.
Republicans and Democrats can agree on one thing about Thursday's White House health care summit-- don't expect any big breakthroughs.
Prosecutors say the investigation of terror suspect Najibullah Zazi is ongoing and could lead to more arrests.
The president is unveiling his own health care program on Monday since Congress has failed to pass a measure after months of debate and backroom deals.
With proposed increases in deficit spending, many analysts are warning that the President's new budget plan will further burden American families.
Sen. Evan Bayh's exit could mean the U.S. Senate is in for a big change this fall.
A few days after the East Coast was hit by 'Snowmageddon,' the region is expected to get buried by still more snow.
In the latest sign of growing political rebellion, Tea Party activists held their first convention this weekend. They're hoping to building momentum for the November elections.
The CIA has cleared up the mystery surrounding the death of an American missionary and her infant daughter who were shot out of the sky over Peru nine years ago.
President Obama headlined the National Prayer Breakfast, Thursday, but parts of his message did not sit well with some of those who came to pray.
Whether or not Congress approves the new White House budget one thing is certain -- the government will continue to operate in the red for years.
The proposed budget is likely to give more ammunition to those who say the government is just spending too much money.
After growing opposition of the decision, the Justice Department is now drafting plan B at the request of the White house to hold the trials elsewhere.
The Pentagon is preparing to end a ban on homesexuals serving openly in the military.
In the middle of a slow economic recovery, Americans families have learned to cut back spending. Now the president wants the government to follow suit.
The president dispatched his top advisors to tell Americans he got the message. From this point on, the White House will focus on the economy.
A faith-based group in Washington, D.C., has partnered with comedian Bill Cosby toCosby recorded a public service announcement for the campaign.
The outcome of Tuesday's U.S. Senate race could change the game for not only the President Obama's health care bill, but also for the Obama agenda.
Brown has erased Coakley's lead and some polls show him pulling off an upset win-- a sign that his promise to vote against the Senate's health care bill has drawn appeal.
Thousands of Haitians were begging for help Wednesday after a massive earthquake devastated their island nation.
Ten years after breaking the single season home run record in Major League Baseball, Mark McGwire has admitted he used steroids.
A tell-all polticial account about the 2008 presidential campaign could pose problems for Democrats and Republicans this election year.
The recent retirement announcements by Sens. Dorgan and Dodd are sparking talk about Democratic losses in this year's congressional elections.
This week the United States is facing what could be its worst winter in 25 years.
The changes come in the wake of the botched bombing of a Northwest Airlines flight on Christmas Day.
A new report shows the Copenhagen summit itself will leave a bigger carbon footprint than any previous climate summit - and the trouble doesn't end there.
Sen. Joe Lieberman, I-Conn., says he will join oppose the health care bill if it allows uninsured people starting at the age of 55 to buy in to Medicare.
Organizers say the ark is supposed to represent the potential flood of issues that could arise if world governments don't address climate change.
The president says he has a plan to put Americans back to work. But could his plan could come too, little too late?
As President Obama leans on Senate Democrats to pass healthcare reform, Republicans are still fighting the bill saying the public wants no part of the legislation.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., has scheduled key votes Thursday on elements of the healthcare overhaul.
Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., is seen as a lightning rod within the GOP. She's fueled by the belief that the federal government needs real reform.
Having finally settled on a strategy for fighting the war in Afghanistan, President Barack Obama now has to sell the plan to the American public.
Retailers are hopeful for what appears to be an encouraging start to season. The question is, are recession-weary Americans in the shopping spirit?
Battle lines have been drawn over the Senate's new 2,074-page health care bill which critics say will cost far more than its $849 billion price tag.
After weeks of putting the finishing touches on the Senate's health care bill, majority leader Sen. Harry Reid is now playing the role of chief mathematician.
A government panel is telling women they can wait an extra 10 years before they start getting regular tests for breast cancer.
The decision to try the mastermind behind the September 11, 2001 attacks, in New York City has sparked fierce debate.
Families, friends and the nation honored the fallen at Fort Hood, Texas, Tuesday, in an emotional memorial service.
Democrats now look to the Senate for the next peg in reforming health care. But two words appear to spell disaster: public option.
Democrats advanced the controversial 'cap and trade' bill, Wednesday, but many wonder if it will have enough support to pass.
This election may provide a clues on how voters feel about President Barack Obama and may be an indicator for next year's midterm elections.
Two governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey are being closely watched as an indicator of things to come during next year's mid-term elections.
Health officials promise there will be enough vaccines to go around soon, but many-- including lawmakers-- are wondering why it's taking so long.
Afghanistan is gearing up for round-two of its disputed presidential elections, but a run-off will likely delay any White House decision on the U.S. military strategy there.
Unseasonably early snow blanketed parts of the Northeast and North Carolina as the early winter weather is fueling questions about global warming.
In the Senate, he was seen as a reliable Republican and a champion of conservative causes, but now he's crossed party lines on the issue of health care.
The Senate Finance Committee has approved the $829 billion health care reform bill that requires all U.S. citizens to have medical coverage.
Thousands of gay and lesbian activists converged on the White House and Capitol demanding civil rights protections in all 50 states.
The recent terror case is ongoing, but is shedding light on how law enforcement are on the offensive to prevent another attack on the American homeland.
The country is trying to clean up after the worst flooding in decades and the government says it needs help before things get worse.
Iran completed its missile tests Monday and they were hailed a success, according to the head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard Air Force.
At least four terror plots being planned by people living inside the U.S. have been averted. But the danger may not be over.
The government claims that one of America's major insurance companies gave 'misleading and confusing' information to customers on health care.
President Barack Obama increased the pressure on Israeli and Palestinian leaders Tuesday to work harder to make Mideast peace talks possible.
No matter how much he talks about it on the road or on the airwaves, President Obama is having a hard time gaining traction on health care.
Obama says the economy is on the rebound and claims the stimulus package helped. Meanwhile, Bernanke says the recession is "very likely" over.
This past weekend, thousands of black families met on the Washington Mall to show their strength, and it all started with prayer.
Three terror suspects in the United Kingdom were convicted Monday of a 2006 plot to blow up jetliners flying over the Atlantic.
The White House hopes it dodged another political bullet with the resignation of Van Jones, President Barack Obama's adviser for green jobs.
For 34 years, Coach Ed Thomas was the heart and soul of his football team. His family and his community have set out to continue teaching his life lessons to young men.
Wildfires have already turned parts of Southern California into a lunar landscape, even as a major hurricane is bearing down on Mexico's Baja Peninsula.
Senator Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, is spending a lot of time talking about health care and trying to calm the outpouring of anger at his town hall meetings.
With liberals furious about dropping the public health insurance option and conservatives virtually unmoved, Obama's top domestic priority - for the moment at least - appears to be dead in the water.
The White House is signalling a shift in the health care debate, one that could bring Republicans on board.
If time is money, Americans are working a lot longer to pay their taxes.
President Barack Obama continued to try to calm fears Tuesday concerning his health care reforms at a town hall meeting in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Government officials are getting ready in case there's a swine flu epidemic this fall and that has schools and workplaces on high alert.
The vote was 68-31 for Judge Sonia Sotomayor, President Barack Obama's first high court nominee.
Polls show support for President Barack Obama's health care plan appears to be losing steam - and the White House is trying to fight back.
Every once in a while, Washington comes up with a brilliant idea and the Senate agreed, Tuesday, to keep one of them going for at least another month.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is appealing to Iran for information about the U.S. citizens.
House committee leaders are on track to vote on the health care bill before they break for summer recess Friday.
Pro-lifers are praying against the House version of health care, which they believe would use taxpayer money to fund abortions.
Two days after wading into the racially-charged arrest of his self-proclaimed friend, Obama took the podium again, Friday, to comment on the controversy.
President Barack Obama is using the full political weight of the White House to push for health care reform.
Democrats in Washington have been pushing their agenda through Congress at a feverish pace and now Republicans are accusing them of squelching any debate.
Republicans are accusing House Democrats of clamping down on debate to keep the Democratic agenda moving forward on Capitol Hill.
The Metropolitan Baptist Church is a popular church in the heart of the nation's capital. Now, this body of believers faces its own challenge: moving.
Time is dwindling for President Barack Obama to meet his self-imposed August deadline for lawmakers to deliver on health care reform.
Senators are expected to confirm Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court before their August recess.
Judge Sonia Sotomayor walked a fine line Tuesday between revealing too much and too little about how she would decide cases in the Supreme Court.
Day two of Judge Sonia Sotomayor's Supreme Court confirmation hearing may not be nearly as easy as the first.
Judge Sonia Sotomayor took the hot seat for the beginning of her Senate confirmation hearing -- a pivotal point on her road to the nation's highest court.
The Holy See arranged an unorthodox late afternoon gathering and live televised coverage to accommodate Mr. Obama's schedule in Italy.
Thursday marked national "Stop S. 909 Day"-- named after the Senate bill that aims to protect homosexuals against discrimination.
Congress is taking up the issue of schoolyard bullies-- a problem that can lead to emotional scars, and in some cases even death.
President Barack Obama used a touch of charm and humor in his efforts to warm up strained U.S.-Russian relations.
Al Franken's victory officially gives Democrats a "super majority" to overcome any filibuster by the GOP.
Attorney General Eric Holder urged Congress to pass a new hate crimes law which would allow prosecution in cases of violence based on sexual orientation.
Despite the protests and the charges of fraud, the results of Iran's presidential election will stand.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard is threatening to crush any further opposition protests, saying they will confront demonstrators if they take to the streets again.
For the fourth day in a row, Iranians flooded their streets demanding another election of the country's president.
Doctors attending the 158th annual meeting of the American Medical Association are skeptical of a government insurance program.
One in every five adults in America smokes cigarettes, but there are major changes in store for big tobacco and how the industry is regulated.
Chrysler's got the okay, Tuesday, to close nearly 800 of its dealerships and hand its assets over to Italian automaker Fiat.
The debate over health care reform is stepping into high gear with President Barack Obama now taking an active role.
President Obama is now wading into the universal health care debate front and center-- pusing for an optional government-run health plan.
After Sonia Sotomayor's nomination to the Supreme Court, Republican Senators plot their next move in an uphill battle.
Less than 36 hours after announcing a successful underground nuclear test, North Korea fired off two more short-range missiles.
North Korea has carried out a nuclear test with an explosion similar to the of the bombs that flattened Hiroshima and Nagasaki in WWII.
A new bill on Capitol Hill aims to limit marriage in D.C. between one man and one woman, setting up a possible challenge to a recent gay rights victory.
Democrats are now joining Republicans and questioning President Obama's strategy for shutting down Guantanamo Bay.
To drive farther on a gallon of gas and cause less damage to the environment - would you be willing to pick up the tab?
The leaders of the United States and Israel sit down Monday to discuss an array of Mideast issues on which they disagree.
President Barack Obama's about face on prisoner photos is making waves in Washington.
With economists forecasting growth in the horizon, some are asking did we need a stimulus at all?
The agreement could set the stage for President Obama's plan to provide health care for all Americans.
On the heels of a global health scare, the economy in recession, and two wars overseas -- if there ever was a time to pray, it's now.
From our nation's capital to the heartland, Americans are gathering to seek God for this country.
At the end of a lonely stretch of Louisiana State Highway 66 sits Angola prison, once known as the bloodiest prison in America.
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernake says the economy will see improvements by the end of the year.


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TC TO DAVID HOPE; 15 December 1821; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18211215-TC-DH-01; CL 1:409-410.
Edinr, Cusine's Lodgings, / 5 College-street, 15th Decr, 1821
My dear Sir,
I am extremely loth to trouble you, but Necessity has no law;1 and as I have promised to write Mr Johnstone;2 and failed to procure any account of his address fit for the inspection of Postmen, you see I have in some measure come under the fangs of that iron Power. I make no doubt you will be so kind as send down one of your young men to the door "next to Mr Smith the Bookseller's" with that letter [for Mr] Johnstone, who, besides being a friend of mine, is an Annandale man of an upright heart, who has travelled in America, seen the falls of Niagara, and done many other things entitling him to no small estimation for his own sake. I know he is longing to hear from me; and you will send the article to its place as soon as convenient, I am quite sure.— For Mr Grahame's note3 he will thank you himself—if the thing merit any thanks
Irving told me the other night that you were proceeding, at Glasgow, in all respects, as you should. I can only pray that the case may always continue so. Whenever you are in Edinr I shall be very angry if you neglect to look up my quarters duly: they are quite in the centre of your usual scene of operations; and I long [to] hear news from the West.
Believe me to be, / My dear Sir, / Truly Yours /
Thos Carlyle

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Walker's Pace: Women's XC Opens Season at No. 1
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
The Women of Oregon will open the 2012 cross country season ranked No. 1 in the nation, according to the the USTFCCCA preseason poll, which was released Tuesday.
In an exceptionally close vote, the Ducks had 345 points and four first-place votes. Washington was just two points back with 343 points and five first place votes, followed by Georgetown (337) and Florida State (334), as just 11 points separated the top four teams.
Five of the top 14 teams were from the Pac-12 with No. 8 Stanford, No. 13 Colorado and No. 14 Arizona joining the Ducks and Huskies.
On the men's side, Oregon will open the season at No. 22.
The Ducks were one of five Pac-12 teams ranked, including No. 5 Colorado, No. 9 Stanford, No. 26 Washington State and No. 30 UCLA.
Defending champion Wisconsin was a near-unanimous No. 1 pick, followed by Oklahoma State, Brigham Young and Oklahoma.
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Letter from Owners of Boulder Valley Velodrome
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Update from the owners after the rebuild from the storm that damaged the Velodrome
From Facebook
Hi Tracksters,
Thanks for all of your encouragement and support - it helps.
Despite the record rains in September we've made good progress rebuilding the track damaged by the August 3 tornado. We are nearly completed with the restoration and should begin construction of the rest of the track soon. Like you, we can not wait to ride the track.
Doug & Frank
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For Immediate Release
June 16, 2008
Contact: David Willett, 202-491-6919 (mobile)
McCain Energy Plan: Same Old Drilling
New Radio Ad Calls for Support of Clean Energy Legislation
Washington, DC: In remarks today Senator McCain indicated that in his speech tomorrow in the heart of the fossil fuel industry will focus not on clean energy and fighting global warming but instead on opening America's coasts to drilling. "Tomorrow, I'll call for lifting the federal moratorium for states that choose to permit exploration. I think that this -- and perhaps providing additional incentives for states to permit exploration off their coasts --- would be very helpful in the short term in resolving our energy crisis," said McCain.
Statement of Carl Pope, Executive Director:
"The truth is that drilling our coasts will not solve our energy problems. Additionally, the federal moratorium exists because one state could jeopardize beaches in neighboring states with risky offshore drilling. An oil spill off the coast of Virginia would impact beaches, marine life, and tourism in New Jersey. More importantly, lifting the ban would do nothing to reduce gas prices for the average American family. It would take a decade to bring new leases into production and then they would only line the coffers of the oil industry, which raked in tens of billions of dollars in record profits last year."
"Oil companies are not even using the nearly 6,000 offshore leases they already own. Issuing new leases is just a license for them to destroy more of our public resources for their own profit, while doing nothing to help ease pain at the pump. Senator McCain has said that he supports fighting global warming and clean energy solutions—more off-shore drilling is antithetical to that approach. To protect consumers and get us on the path to a clean energy future, Senator McCain should instead support the Consumer-First Energy Bill currently in the Senate."
Separately, following an e-mail appeal to Club activists for support, the Sierra Club today began running a radio ad in several Ohio media markets calling attention to Senator McCain's ironic use of windmills in Ohio TV advertising despite his failure to support renewable energy initiatives in the Senate, and asking him to vote for incentives for wind power and other renewables when they come up on the floor.
Full Script: NARRATOR "John McCain is running ads that feature windmills and, truth is, windmills --and the clean energy and jobs they generate have a large role to play in Ohio's future. But not because of anything John McCain has done. Fact is, John McCain opposes requiring the use of more wind and solar power to generate electricity -- he's argued against incentives for the clean energy industry while demanding billions in subsidies for nuclear power and refusing to impose windfall profits taxes on Big Oil. Clean energy is key to Ohio's economic future. The Consumer-First Energy bill gives John McCain the chance to support renewable energy and end subsidies to oil companies. Call Senator McCain at 202-224-3121. Ask him to stop spinning windmills and to start supporting them and other clean energy technology to help put Ohio back to work. Paid for by the Ohio Chapter of the Sierra Club."


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Fidelity = The Totality Of The Experience
When I first read Kevin Maney's discussion of "the Fidelity Swap" I have to admit I was puzzled by his use of the word "fidelity" as a way to describe a user experience. I thought perhaps there was a certain meaning of fidelity that I somehow overlooked. But the closest I can come is the use of fidelity to describe the accuracy or overall effect of audio or images. High fidelity is superior to low fidelity. So a high fidelity experience would be superior to a low fidelity experience. Maney takes it beyond that though. He describes fidelity as the "the total experience of something." Confused yet? Perhaps the simplest way to express it is that high fidelity represents a complete and all encompassing experience. This idea of fidelity resonated with me because I have previously observed that while WOW experiences are valuable, UX needs to involve a totality of experience. It needs to encompass all that happens in the library.
Somewhat opposite or contrasting to fidelity is convenience. Think of convenience as things that are simple, easily available and at a cheap price (which makes it accessible). According to Manley the most successful products and services are at either end of the spectrum. They are super high fidelity (iPhones, Cirque du Soleil) or super high convenience (text messaging, convenience stores). His advice is that you should never try to be both high fidelity and high convenience.
Take Starbucks for example. Their coffee experience was high fidelity but when they tried to add high convenience by adding many additional outlets (well ridiculed here). That strategy was a serious setback for the company. He also observes that advances in technology and innovation push the boundaries of fidelity and convenience further out over time. For example, music CDs and players surpassed the fidelity of cassettes and their players. CDs were then surpassed by digital music.
Not that libraries were ever sterling examples of high fidelity, but they were certainly surpassed by the fidelity and convenience combination offered by Internet search engines. I would not describe search engines as high fidelity owing to their lower quality and inconsistent results. But for most people they are high on the convenience spectrum.
Maney suggests that we can chart the most successful products in any industry with something he calls the Fidelity Swap. Those top products are either super high fidelity or super convenient. Keep in mind that fidelity is a mix of both tangible and perceived quality. I played around with the Fidelity Swap in an attempt to chart libraries and search engines – two players in the information retrieval industry.
Because of actual convenience and perceived quality I believe that a search engine like Google could very well defy Maney's caution against being both high fidelity and high convenience. For college students Wikipedia could be an even better example of high fidelity and high convenience. According to a recent paper from Project Information Literacy students overwhelmingly visit Wikipedia to start their research. So how do libraries fare? I'd put libraries high up on the fidelity scale but given what we hear from users it's difficult to justify a high score on the convenience scale. The library could have a convenient location. The library could offer everything for free. It could make access to resources convenient. But what ultimately drags the library down are the databases and the challenges associated with using them to find information. Search engines have permanently altered the end user's perception of perceived quality.Â
Whether you think about it as the totality of experience or fidelity, our libraries need to keep in mind the Fidelity Swap. It should remind us that users judge the experience we deliver on multiple levels. If we can't be as convenient (free, easy to get, easy to use) as search engines perhaps we should take Maney's advice and aim for high fidelity and not worry about convenience. It all comes down to thinking strategically about how and where we position ourselves in the information industry.
Posted: 19 March, 2009 in User Experiences.
Tags: fidelity, totality, user_experience
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Posted: March 25, 2009 at 10:02 pm
stevenb, great stuff. i've always thought we are in the "meaningful experience making business" rather than the information seeking business (how lame sounding). if it helps, i started writing a series of meanderings on this topic some time ago. i'm still working on the part 4 i guess (barthes, FRBR and the virtues of incoherence.)
http://tinyurl.com/cbfrc9 and http://tinyurl.com/29ptrr and http://tinyurl.com/2am2ns
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text: Dress rehearsal of the countdown was scheduled to begin on Friday, June 27, and to run for 113 hours, including a 6-hour built-in hold. Spacecraft hypergolic loading started on June 18 and was completed on June 23, despite delays caused by weather conditions. A lunar module landing-radar problem was resolved by repainting the base heatshield to reduce the reflectivity. In flight operations, the crew, the controllers, and the recovery operations team were moving ahead with training sessions on schedule. Two days of discussions were held with senior recovery officials on the U.S.S. Hornet and no major problems were identified. A second mobile quarantine facility was being deployed aboard the Hornet to provide backup support on the bioprotocol. A significant milestone was reached June 18 when the scientific investigators and the Apollo 11 astronauts went through a successful simulation of the EASEP (Early Apollo Surface Experiments Package) activities, ranging from the data plans and procedures to the use of the facilities.


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Make sure you don't get hooked on the wrong thing! Herewith, our guide to substance abuse and social diseases.
Vice: Alcohol
Upside: Everybody seems interested in everything you say.
Downside: But you're an asshole.
Overall Rating: My name is Dave and I'm an alcoholic.
Vice: Chocolate:
Upside: Melt-in-your mouth paradise.
Downside: Constipation
Overall Rating: Like sex, not all that bad as an addiction.
Vice: Cocaine
Upside: You're the Rembrandt of bullshit artists.
Downside: Your heart explodes.
Overall Rating: You have no life and a hole in your nose.
Vice: Coffee
Upside: Your awake and alert…
Downside: But no smarter.
Overall Rating: The Breakfast of Champions!
Vice: Downers
Upside: You're stress-free.
Downside: Coma.
Overall Rating: Say hi to Judy, Marilyn and Heath!
Vice: Fame
Upside: Lots of sex
Downside: Stalkers
Overall Rating: Cash in while you're hot, because one day you won't be.
Vice: Food
Upside: Flavors galore!
Downside: You're a moose.
Overall Rating: You gotta eat, but try cutting down by about 4,000 calories a day.
Vice: Gambling
Upside: You win.
Downside: You lose.
Overall Rating: You lose.
Vice: Heroin
Upside: Since you're on the street, you don't have to pay rent.
Downside: Ah, let us count the ways…
Overall Rating: The "Gateway Drug" to methadone.
Vice: Internet
Upside: You meet great, new friends.
Downside: All of them are either trolls or pervs.
Overall Rating: The NSA is watching!
Vice: LSD
Upside: You and God shake hands.
Downside: You're actually shaking your own hand.
Overall Rating: Too much LSD leaves you DUM.
Vice: Marijuana
Upside: We can name a zillion benefits – and pizza tastes terrific!
Downside: Unfortunately, that pizza was from last year's Christmas party.
Overall Rating: You can't get addicted. But stoners know that if you smoke too much pot, you eventually become straight!
Vice: Running
Upside: You get fit.
Downside: It takers over your life. Eventually, you get hit by a car.
Overall Rating: Sweat, blisters, shin splints, B.O ... We'll pass.
Vice: Sex
Upside: We have to explain?
Downside: Ouch! Or unexplained itches. Or worse.
Overall Rating: If the quest for ecstasy is an addiction, count us in!
Vice: Shopping
Upside: You get everything you ever wanted.
Downside: MasterCard hires a hit man to settle your bill.
Overall Rating: The thing about material crap is – you can't take it with you!
Vice: Sleep
Upside: You get lots of rest.
Downside: Bedsores
Overall Rating: We doubt you're even reading this.
Vice: Speed
Upside: You go very fast.
Downside: You crash.
Overall Rating: You burn.
Vice: Steroids
Upside: You acquire the strength of Godzilla.
Downside: Roid Rage puts you in the electric chair.
Overall Rating: Your liver grows to the size of a basketball. Say good-bye at age 40.
Vice: Sugar
Upside: You get happy – for a while.
Downside: You're paying for your dentist's second home.
Overall Rating: Food without sugar is good. Try it some time.
Vice: TV
Upside: You're part of the interconnected, global community.
Downside: You know the plot of every episode of Friends.
Overall Rating: Nielsen.


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1930, our founder, D. Avelino Fernandez (1904-1991), saw
the opportunity to plant chickpeas in the valley of southern
Sonora. He exported chickpeas to Cuba, Spain and United
States since 1930. Promoted the variety "Macarena"
which revolutionized the chickpeas exportation.
began the cultivation of chickpeas in the coast of Hermosillo
Sonora in the 1970's at the time, this became the most important
region of production. A few years later, he initiated the
cultivation in Ciudad Constitucion, Baja California which
in the 1980's became an important region of production as
then, Avelino Fernandez and his successors have focused
their attention on quality and service, aiming to consolidate
the leadership and reputation of their company in the worldwide
market of Mexican chickpeas.
process of development is carefully supervised from the
moment the seed is planted, by members of our personnel
specially trained in this field.
we commercialize an average of 70,000 tons of chickpeas
per year in a total of more than 50 countries. This is possible
due to five processing plants in all main areas of production
in Mexico: Hermosillo and Navojoa in Sonora, Caimanero and
Guamuchil in Sinaloa, and Constitucion in Baja California.


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Pictures of the Dell XPS m1330
Right after unpacking this nice laptop computer I started to take some pictures of the machine that I wanted to share with you.
The pictures cover the latop from all kinds of angles, and I tried to focus on the details of the m1330, like the headphones, give you an idea how the batterys stick out of the case or the extra sleeve that Dell delivers with the m1330 or the multimedia playback buttons including the remote control to control Windows Media Player and others and the biometric fingerprint reader for all security fans.
Dell XPS m1330 front view
Check out the little camera right on top of the screen:
The dedicated multimedia buttons
Dell added dedicated multimedia playback buttons right on top of the keyboard to the XPS m1330. These are CD/DVD eject, backward, stop, play/pause, forward, mute and volume controls.
Biometric fingerprint reader
Security freaks, this is it! With the built in biometric fingerprint reader you can encode passwords and the Windows logon.
Connect to other devices
This is the left side view of the m1330. From left to right, it shows the following: Hinge for the display, power adapter input, VGA display, LAN, USB2.0, HDMI and a 4 port firewire jack.
Listen to music on the XPS m1330
Right on the front the m1330 has two (!) audio jacks, so it is really convenient to listen to music or watch a movie together. Right next to the audio output you can see the card reader
It also comes with a pair of in ear headphones from Creative that have a quite good sound
Battery indicator on the m1330
Each of the batteries that are available (6 and 9 cell) come with a power indicator on the outside. If you press the little button underneath the battery the LEDs light up to show you how much power is left.
Different battery types on the Dell m1330
For the Dell m1330 are two different types of batteries available, the normal 6 cell battery:
And the larger 9 cell battery:
With the larger 9 batttery, the bottom of the laptop is risen a bit. This makes it look more bulkier but it is also better to write on of the keyboard is not totally flat.
M1330 remote control
The Dell m1330 comes with a remote control for your multi media application. Like controlling videos or your music.
To store it away when you don't need it Dell came up with the idea of putting it into the card slot, which works quite well:
Sleeve for the m1330
When opening my Dell m1330 I was surprised to see that Dell put in an extra sleeve for this notebook. It is made out of plastic with a magnetic lid that holds on pretty well. You can even get den m1330 in the sleeve with the big battery.
Dell XPS m1330 and Windows XP
After some hassle with Vista and some older softwarre versions that I had that did not work I decided to install the good old Windows XP. It took some time, but it worked out pretty well, everything is up and running:


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Normally in algebra, you can simplify an equation such as $a=a*b$ by dividing both sides by a common coefficient. For example, $\frac {a}{a}=\frac {ab}{a} \rightarrow1=b$. Obviously $b = 1$ is a correct solution to the equation, but clearly also is $a = 0$. Both solutions can be found inuitively, but it occurs to me that there should be a procedure that yields both, and I don't even know one that yields $0$ at all.
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$$ a = a \ast b \Rightarrow a \cdot (1-b) =0$$ which says either $b=1$ or $a=0$ because when the product of $2$ numbers is $0$, then either one of them has to be $0$.
This question has a good application of the zero product property.$$\begin{aligned}a &=ab & \\ a - a b &= 0\\a(1 - b) & = 0 \\ \therefore a = 0 \vee b = 1\end{aligned} $$


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March 23, 2002
AUSTIN, Texas-- Andree-Anne LeRoy rounded out competition for Washington State University at the third and final day of the 2002 NCAA Women's Swimming Championships with a 39th-place finish in the 200 backstroke Saturday.
LeRoy, a sophomore from Nanaimo, British Columbia, posted a time of 2:03.27 in the 200 backstroke, over three seconds behind her best time in the event, a school-record 1:59.64. Earlier in the competition, LeRoy had placed 40th in the 400 individual medley and 57th in the 200 individual medley.
Sophomore Rachel Dong recorded WSU's best finish at the 2002 NCAA's by grabbing 34th place in the 100 butterfly. The native of Paramount, Calif., also placed 38th in the 100 breaststroke.


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I have had a hard drive failure which has caused a lot of processes to go into an uninterruptable state ("D" state in
ps- See this question). I cannot kill these processes, so I wish to shut down, but unfortunately
halt is also now showing as "D" and the machine will not restart!
ben@jack:~$ ps aux | grep "halt"
root 7875 0.0 0.0 4148 700 ? S Mar08 0:00 /bin/sh /etc/rc0.d/S01halt stop
root 7880 0.0 0.0 10436 680 ? D Mar08 0:00 halt -d -f -i -p
How can I recover from this?


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With the launch of our new website we are pleased to preset a project created by Stian Ruud of Norway. In this highly captivating and superbly produced video short Stian walks us thru the process of developing the prototype IO flute using a variety of machine tools, woodworking as well as the integration of a Hale UMC32.
IO FLUTE (Make, tec, jam) from stiankorntvedruud on Vimeo.
IO FLUTE: MIDI-flute that can be programmed to whatever the user desires.
FLUTE and FILM MAKER: Stian Korntved Ruud
MUSIC and ON FLUTE: John Ch. Ferner Apalnes
ON DRUMS: Kristofer Staxrud
Thanks to HALE MICROSYSTEM for sponsoring me with electronics.


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Leighton Meester Spotted Out on a Date With Justin Long
Hmmm. That sounds nice.
If those two dated, it would make me happy. Why? Because I like them. I like Leighton Meester because she is objectively awesome. I don't know why I like Justin Long, but I also don't know why I used to love Planters Cheez Balls, and I never really questioned that. Anyway, just because they were spotted at a restaurant together doesn't mean they're dating. But one can hope. [People]


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There are stories over the course of recorded history that makes for a great basis for film. These larger than life stories need to be shared and admired. Many of them are tales of bravery or incredibly heroic acts that need a voice so that their courageous efforts are recognized and giving the proper respect that they are do. The story of the brave men who comprised the 47 Ronin are one of those stories.
47 Ronin is an insightful, action-orientated chronicle of the courageous, selfless task that 47 men undertook to right the injustice that was perpetrated by a power hungry individual against their Samurai lord. It's an interesting story of tradition, revenge, and redemption. The movie stars Keenu Reeves (The Day the Earth Stood Still), Hiroyuki Sanada (The Wolverine), Ko Shibaski (One Missed Call), Tadanobu Asano (Thor: The Dark World), and Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa (The Man with the Iron First).
47 Ronin is a good convergence of history and fantasy that gives great insight into the past. It is based in feudal Japan; it's a multifaceted tale that has a number of elements embedded within it. It's mainly narrative about revenge but it also is the story of an outcast seeking acceptance. The film has a number of facets that are intermingled into this tale of heroism. Love, family, and above all else is the code of the Samurai. The movie really gives some keen insight into feudal Japan and it gives an unprecedented perspective on the era. It's one of the more unique tales of yesteryear that you'll see. In spite of some of the unbelievable aspects of the film, it is supposed to be based on true events. Samurai earn the name, Ronin when they earn as shame they fail their master or have no allegiance and no honor.
The movie has fantastic cinematography and wardrobes. The movie looks amazing from top to bottom. There are very few films that can compete with 47 Ronin's representation of Japan in that era. I am completely confounded that it wasn't nominated for an Oscar for cinematography.
If your expectation was an action based epic then you will be extremely disappointed in this movie. The movie falls really short on that aspect. 47 Ronin's own marketing killed this film. The trailer is extremely misleading. That was probably the biggest hindrance to it. While it does have some good action, this film is nowhere the action movie that you would expect from the trailers. In spite of the deficiency of action, there are a number of really good aspects in the film. The love story between Kai and Mika is extremely touching. It's very Romeo and Juliet like. This is one of the better aspects of the film. In addition, this film really gives an impressive perspective on how the Samurai hold an extremely high regard for honor. If you were unaware of it, then 47 Ronin does a great job at showcasing the lengths that the Japanese will go to protect and reclaim their honor. Lastly, the representation of feudal Japan is second to none. If you are old enough to remember the movie, "Shogun" then this is very close to it. It's almost like a modernization of that movie. The fact that the story of the 47 Ronin is supposedly true makes this film better than it actually is. It increases its entertainment value exponentially for me. The bottom line is that 47 Ronin is a decent watch. You can do far worse than this movie. It's good to add to you library if you're a collector and if not then catch on cable or Netfix.
Suggested Links
- DVD review: Vehicle 19: a very unique approach to the action movie
- DVD review: Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning: A Brutal pillaging of a classic
- DVD review: True Grit: An enterataing return to the days of yesteryear
- DVD review: Sucker Punch: A great visual onslaught that masks a poor story
- DVD review: Romeo and Juliet: The most famous romance story gets a facelift.


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TC TO RALPH WALDO EMERSON ; 15 March 1843; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18430315-TC-RWE-01; CL 16: 85-86
Chelsea, 15 March 1843—
My dear Emerson,
About four days ago I wrote to you about a new Book to be called Past and Present. I learn now that this letter, which I will make "No. 2," can still go along with the former: and so, having made a variety of calculations and arrangements, I will now with all brevity (my haste being boundless) communicate to you the practical result of them.
Our next Steamer for Boston will sail on the 1st of April. I have secured a copyist for the second portion of Past and Present, who is to be ready with his work all done, in time for that conveyance; the Printer, a punctual man, undertakes on the other hand to be ready with his share of the operation: wherefore, in brief, you can instruct your Boston Bookseller to expect a Complete Copy of the work by that said Steamer, so that his Printers may fall upon it, tooth and nail,—and overtake ours if they can; at all events, completely distance the New-Yorker, it is to be hoped.
This is the essential of "No 2." I will do what is in me to be punctual; and as my subordinates are steady people, I think we shall manage it.— Our Book, as I compute, may be still some four weeks, after the April Steamer goes, in a hidden nascent state. If a Letter of yours in answer to this arrived before Publication, as is possible, and informed us that another week or two of delay will be essential, that too can easily be granted.
I send no "Apologies": for they would but occupy my time and yours. I am very busy. Among my other operations I have undertaken to hear Lyell lecture on Geology,—a somewhat superfluous enterprise, at once wearisome and ineffectual; our Geologist being dreadfully Neptunean in his qualities, I fear!—
John Sterling arrived yesterday, to see his Mother who is very poorly. I have not got eye on him yet, but shall attempt it today.1 Blessings and desert of blessings on you!
Yours ever /
T. Carlyle


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Two killed in car accident on Highway 160
Posted on Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 at 8:15 pm
Two people were killed in a car accident on Highway 160 near La Veta.
According to Colorado State Troopers,a woman was heading westbound down than road and traveling at a high speed when she attempted to pass a vehicle in a no-pass zone.
A 59-year-old man was traveling east carrying a horse trailer when the two vehicles collided. Both drivers were killed as a result of the accident. A passenger in the eastbound vehicle was transported to the hospital to be treated for injuries and the horse was not injured.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the friends and family of the victim.


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I created a Service with Automator on a Mac running "Lion 10.7.3". The Service toggles via a shell script the visibility of hidden files in the Finder and works like a charm. Here's the script:
STATUS=`defaults read com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles`
if [ $STATUS == YES ];
defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles NO
defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES
killall Finder
Because this script was doing so nice, I thought I could do a similar script that toggles the key
closeViewZoomFollowsFocus between the values
TRUE and
FALSE. So I did another script:
STATUS=`defaults read com.apple.universalaccess closeViewZoomFollowsFocus`
if [ $STATUS == TRUE ];
defaults write com.apple.universalaccess closeViewZoomFollowsFocus FALSE
defaults write com.apple.universalaccess closeViewZoomFollowsFocus TRUE
The problem with this script is that the change takes no effect. To be precise: The script changes the value as it should, I checked it in the Terminal with
defaults read com.apple.universalaccess closeViewZoomFollowsFocus. But the change is not activated.
In my original script that toggles the hidden files I solved this with
killal Finder. Unfortunately I have no idea how to achieve an instant activation of the changed default in my second script.
When you change the same default via the System Preferences, it does take effect instantly without logoff/logon or anything else. So I wonder about a command that activates such a change instantly in the background. Any ideas?


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an old mod, JK++
Does anybody remember the old mod jk2++, it was also called jk++ or jkpp. I believe it was the most fun mod for the game. Would anyone happen to know a website that still has it for download or maybe one of you happen to have it?
Thanks for any help.
Ah ancient JK2 mods. Those were the days.
I believe that the handy http://www.massassi.net/ has it. I agree it was a very fun mod. When I was part of a JK2 clan I would always request that they would put this on the server. Along with Hydroball but that was self explanitory
Thanks a lot, I appreciate it.
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Double Shooting Ends in Murder/Suicide
Crime Occurred in Precinct 12/North Point
Baltimore County, Maryland ( August 26, 2013) - Just before 6:30 a.m. on August 24, Baltimore County Police and Fire personnel received a call for a disturbance in the 8200 block of Kavanaugh Road, 21222. Upon arrival, emergency personnel found a woman, identified as Shannon Nicklas, 25, suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. Nicklas was transported to a local hospital where she is expected to survive her injuries.
Police learned that a group of people were inside the house when they heard a commotion from the second floor. Nicklas said that she went upstairs to check on her parents and was shot by her father. After being shot, Nicklas ran downstairs and told everyone to leave the house.
Police set up a perimeter around the house and attempted to have the husband and wife exit the residence. After several unsuccessful attempts to contact someone inside, officers decided to enter the house.
Tactical Unit officers located two deceased people on the second floor. Detectives determined that James Wesley Burnham, 51, shot his wife and then shot himself. Burnham's wife, Terri Ann Burnham, 47, died from multiple gunshot wounds. The deaths have been ruled as a murder/suicide.
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It also provided the propulsion requirements for lunar launch through transearth midcourse corrections. The same basic engine would used as on the terminal landing module with the throttling feature removed and a radiation cooled skirt added to provide an expansion ratio of 40:1.
Gross mass: 10,624 kg (23,421 lb).
Unfuelled mass: 1,784 kg (3,933 lb).
Payload: 520 kg (1,140 lb).
Height: 2.60 m (8.50 ft).
Diameter: 2.85 m (9.35 ft).