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Wilson Wildlife Fine Arts Studio, Specializing in Bird Sculpture. Wood, Marble, & Bronze Wildlife Sculptures.
Atlanta, GA.
Renowned wildlife sculptor Chris Wilson creates a wide range of wildlife sculpture, specializing in waterfowl and songbird sculptures. His art follows his passion. Chris is an avid birder and nature conservationist. The love of his subject informs his art.
The individuals who collect these sculptures are discerning art enthusiasts who value the beauty and importance of the natural world, and recognize the urgent need to preserve it.
Wilson's studio, located in Marietta, Georgia, offers a wide variety of pieces for immediate purchase, and accepts commissions for sculptures of specific subjects.
We welcome you to view the selection of works displayed on this website. For purchase information, or to discuss a commission, please e-mail Chris Wilson.
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Charleston Place Ballroom, Charleston, S.C.
February 11-14*
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Just need to upgrade the version from Developer to Standard. Is it as simple as just entering in an Enterprise Key or do I need to re-install the SQL Instance ?
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You will need to run the install to perform an upgrade, it's pretty simple however.
Edit since I apparently can't read and thought you were using express, there will be almost 0 feature changes made yet I'm pretty sure you still have to re-run the setup program to get the key in and allow it to make the necessary modifications.
you can upgrade by just using a simple tool "Randolph" easy to use and it takes full responsibility for upgrade.It shifts the responsibility for versioning from the users to the software. Its light-weight, easy to use tool that runs in the background and keeps track of all your databases schema and data changes over time, and enables full review of databases' history, and full rollback to any point in time, as well as optionally push changes into existing systems. Also refer: http://www.nobhillsoft.com/Randolph.aspx

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CLAIM: Kevin Jonas Ignored Crying Fan Outside Restaurant (VIDEO)
"Kevin Jonas Ignores Fan's Pic Request… In Saddest Video Ever," blares a headline from TMZ… in one of the most exaggerated stories ever.
The site says, "A passionate Jonas Brothers fan waited outside Katsuya in Hollywood [on Sunday night] — in the cold and the rain — for a moment with her hero, Kevin Jonas… only to learn what rejection feels like."
"It was SOOOOOO SAD!!!!" screams the blog.
To its credit, TMZ notes that Kevin did in fact "take pics with a bunch of fans as he left the restaurant with his wife," but adds that "the superfan got lost in the crush and never got a chance to pose with her hero."
"Still, SOOOOO SAD!!!!" says the site.
It's unclear if TMZ is trying to be funny or sensationalistic — maybe a bit of both — but its claim that Kevin ignored the fan is simply NOT accurate.
A longer video (see below) documents the events before TMZ's 30-second clip, showing Nick Jonas posing with the girl and her sister — and even giving the sister a hug.
In the background, Kevin is seen taking pictures and signing autographs for other fans.
Of course, each of the singers could not greet every single admirer outside of the paparazzi-mobbed restaurant.
And a source close to Kevin tells Gossip Cop the claim that he "scorned" the girl is "not entirely true at all," explaining, "Kevin did not intentionally ignore this particular fan."
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Easy Black Bean and Goat Cheese Enchiladas
Made faster with jarred salsa, these enchiladas burst with the flavor of tangy goat cheese and creamy avocados – but with no heavy cheese crust, they're much healthier than the traditional version. Take the time to soften the tortillas, as instructed. It makes the rolling process much easier.
Note: You can use mild, medium, or hot salsa here (your preference), but smoother varieties of salsa work best.
Time: 20 minutes active time
Makes: 4 servings
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
2 (12-ounce) jars salsa
1 ripe avocado, peeled and chopped into 1/2" pieces
8 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Blend the beans, 3 ounces of the goat cheese, 1/2 cup of the salsa, and about 3/4 of the avocado pieces in a mixing bowl until creamy, and set aside. Wrap the tortillas in a damp cloth and microwave on high for 1 minute (or wrap cloth in foil and heat in the oven for 5 minutes) to make them more pliable.
Pour about a cup of the salsa into a wide, shallow bowl, and spread another cup or so on the bottom of a 7" by 11" (or similar) baking dish. Dip one tortilla into the bowl of salsa on both sides, add about 1/4 cup filling at one end, wrap the tortilla around the filling, and place it in the baking dish, seam side-down. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling. Spread the remaining salsa (what's left in the jars and in the bowl) over the enchiladas, spreading it to the edges of the tortillas, and bake for 30 minutes, until bubbling. Scatter the remaining goat cheese, avocado, and chopped cilantro on top, and serve hot.


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Mathematical Methods in Philosophy (07w5060)
Aldo Antonelli (University of California-Irvine)
Alasdair Urquhart (University of Toronto)
Richard Zach (University of Calgary)
The workshop on "Mathematical Methods in Philosophy" will provide a forum for presentation of recent work in logic and probability theory with applications in philosophy and for collaboration and scientific exchange between mathematicians, philosophers, computer scientists, and theoretical linguists working in the intersection of these fields. The meetings of the Association of Symbolic Logic often feature special sessions for selected topics in philosophical logic. Some of the relevant topics are covered in specialized conferences and series of conferences (e.g., the "Formal Epistemology" and the "Advances in Modal Logic" workshops series). These meetings are of course useful and important for specialists in the respective areas, and provide opportunities for interchange between philosophers and logicians working in other fields, e.g., in mathematics or computer science. There is, however, a need for a venue specifically aimed at "theorem-proving philosophers" working on applications of formal and mathematical methods in philosophy. The Banff workshop will help galvanize this group of logicians and philosophers who share a common view on the place of mathematical and formal methods in philosophy.
The specific topics which the workshop will cover are the following:
- Philosophical logics. This includes logical systems such as logics of possibility and necessity, of time, of knowledge and belief, of permission and obligation. This area is unified by its methods (e.g., relational semantics, first introduced by philosophers Saul Kripke and Jaakko Hintikka in the 1950s, algebraic methods, proof theory), but it has diverse applications in philosophy. For instance, logics of possibility and time are mainly useful in metaphysics whereas logics of knowledge and belief are of interest to epistemology. However, the methods employed in the study of these logics is very similar. Other related logics which have important applications in philosophy are many-valued logics, intuitionistic logic, paraconsistent and relevance logics.
- Proof theory. The investigation of the structure of formal proofs has its origins in the philosophy of mathematics, but is more broadly applicable to the philosophy of logic and the philosophy of language. Two important examples of applications of proof theory in these areas are the recent advances in the study of consistency of subsystems of second-order logic and of the proof theory of substructural logics, which in turn is related to the applications of these systems mentioned above.
- Formal theories of truth and paradox. The nature of truth is a central topic in metaphysics and philosophy of logic, and work on truth is closely connected to epistemology and philosophy of language. Significant advances have been achieved over the last 30 years in formal theories of truth, and there are close connections between philosophical work on truth and model theory (especially of arithmetic).
- Formal epistemology. Formal epistemology is an emerging field of research in philosophy, encompassing formal approaches to ampliative inference (including inductive logic), game theory, decision theory, computational learning theory, and the foundations of probability theory.
- Set theory and topology in metaphysics. Set theory has always had a close connection with mereology, the theory of parts and wholes, and topology has also been fruitfully applied in metaphysics.
All of these specific applications of mathematical methods in philosophy have proved to yield important results, and each one of them is very much at the forefront of current formal work in philosophy. A workshop which will bring these methods and results into sharper relief and provide an opportunity for researchers to learn about related approaches to similar problems is much-needed and timely, in particular because existing workshops emphasize the areas of application, and not the mathematical methods applied (e.g., someone specializing in modal logic may attend mainly metaphysics conferences, and therefore will not have regular opportunities to interact with researchers applying modal logics to epistemological problems).
One particular aim of the workshop will then be to provide the participants with a sense of what the range of topics, the state of current research, the interconnections, and the important trends are in philosophical logic and related areas. To this end, the organizers will invite selected participants to give survey talks about their area of expertise rather than specialized talks. These surveys will provide an overview of the development of the field in the last 20-50 years, of the current state of the art, of the main open problems, and of anticipated future trends and developments. The emphasis in all this will be on the connection to philosophy, although connections to mathematics, computer science, and other fields will of course be touched upon. The texts of these talks will be collected and published, most likely as a special issue of the Journal of Philosophical Logic.


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Even though most of our wedding tasks are quickly falling into place there are still a few things that need to be planned – Including the bachelorette party. Traditionally, the bridal party plans the festivities but since I loathe all plastic novelty items and "last fling" shenanigans, I decided it would be in my interest to take the reins and plan most of event myself.
Originally, I had high hopes for a "Sex in the City" weekend in New York City, filled with Cosmo martinis, cupcakes and shopping, however after looking into flights, hotel prices and my current wedding budget, I decide to leave that adventure for after the wedding and stick to a local celebration instead.
With a little creativity I am pretty sure I can keep my bachelorette party clear from any "adult" establishments while sticking to a budget and creating lasting memories. So, here are my ideas…
Channel your inner Marilyn with a pin-up photo shoot – Miami-based photographer Janette Valentine of Terribly Girly turns plain Jane's into sexy pin-up girls with the help of her glamorous comrades. For around $400 you will get to strut your stuff in vintage clothes and strike a pose! You will be amazed of the transformation and the pictures are priceless! Plus, the photos can be given to your fiancé as a wedding day gift.
Dinner, Drinks and Dancing - Grab your friends, your fanciest dress and your highest heels! If you are looking for dinner with a twist, Sushi Samba offers patrons the opportunity to partake in a Samba dance class, sushi making class or a sake tasting. If you are looking for something a little more risqué, Vice Lounge on Lincoln Road might be your answer. For a small fee you and 10 friends can enjoy dinner, drinks, a champagne toast and a one hour performance from a Vice dancer. For more fancy dining options check out Gilt City.
Learn a new routine - There are a few locations scattered around South Florida that offer pole dancing classes and almost all offer private parties. If you are ready to kick off your heels and break a sweat while attempting to look sexy check out Evette's Dance and Fitness Club, Crunch Fitness and Vixen Fitness. Classes range from $15 – $30 depending on the class and studio.
Become a master chef – Hone your skills in the kitchen by taking a cooking class with one the many great chefs around Miami. From the Biltmore's Culinary Academy to Eleanor Hoh's Wok Star class there is something for every palate. For more cooking classes check out South Florida Gourmet.
My day job has allowed me to plan and attend some of the swankiest affairs around town, so when tables were turned and my event was on the line only the best would suffice. But with only a shoestring budget to work with and Veuve Clicquot taste, planning a wedding is a little more daunting than I ever imaged.]]>
A few months ago I wrote about creating your own candy buffet at your wedding reception, well hold that thought because at a recent bridal show I was introduced to the cookie buffet – A display of buttery goodness presented in clear glass jars. Similar to the candy buffet but a little more sophisticated. The best part about the cookie display is the opportunity to incorporate family recipes and childhood favorites. It's a great way to end the night and a perfect midnight snack! Here are a few suggestions to display your cookies in style!
To make sure my dress will be taken in during my first fitting instead of having the seams taken out, I am committed to a 5am cardio session and I try to keep my sweets to a minimum but with all the tempting treats around, sticking to a plan is sometimes a little tough. Here are a few tips to help maintain your figure during the holidays.
Skip the Gym: You don't need an expensive membership or a fancy home gym to stay in shape. With a little will power and creativity you can turn your living room into a personal training paradise. When I can't make it to the gym I grab a jump rope and start skipping. Jumping rope for 25 minutes will burn about 200 calories and is a great way to tone-up when you're in a time crunch. Remember moving for at least 20 minutes is better than not moving at all. For more fast workout routines check out Shape.com.
Gain Control: Limit your portion size and indulge in moderation. To keep your portions controlled opt for a smaller plate and limit the amount of food you pile on. Skipping seconds will also help save calories but if that is not an option, try replacing soda with water and just say no to holiday cocktails. To figure out how many calories you will be consuming this holiday season, check out this Thanksgiving calorie calculator.
Don't Stress! Over eating, forgetting about the gym and taking some time out just to relax is perfectly acceptable. Just don't use the holidays as an excuse to binge until the new year. If you happen to over indulge don't fret, you can always burn off the extra calories shopping!
Happy Holidays!
My day job has allowed me to plan and attend some of the swankiest affairs around town, so when tables were turned and my event was on the line only the best would suffice. But with only a shoestring budget to work with and Veuve Clicquot taste, planning a wedding is a little more daunting than I ever imaged.]]>
The upcoming Miami Beach International Bridal Week plans to be more than just your average wedding expo.
Organizers hope the event November 26 and 27 at the Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach is "more of an experience instead of brides running in, grabbing a business card and running out" says local fashion show producer Beth Sobol.
There will be four runway shows spotlighting: bridal gowns/eveningwear; groom formalwear and two catwalk capers with honeymoon lingerie. Looks come from designers as far away as Algeria and Egypt to Pakistan and The Republic of Georgia. There will be a "man-cave" Groom's Lounge filled with tech and sport guy-goodies.
"We'll have demonstrations on ballroom dancing if you want to do a special dance at your wedding; choosing the right champagne and even couples counseling with financial advice," said Sobol.
Day passes are $30 while a weekend pass is $50. To order, go to MiamiBridalWeek.com.
For more on Miami Beach International Bridal Week, click here.]]>
I was sad to learn that the epic bridal gown sale known as "Running of the Brides" is coming to an end as Filene's Basement and its parent company Syms Corp., file for bankruptcy.
Having covered the event for the past two years for the Sun Sentinel, it was always so exciting and inspirational to watch brides literally camping outside of the Aventura store in hopes of finding their dream dress for less than $700.
The most successful brides came prepared with a team and a strategy. Racks of dresses would be cleared in seconds. You can experience the frenzy in this video clip.
It was the bridal industry's Black Friday, but it wasn't enough to keep the discount clothing retailer afloat.
Did you ever participate in the "Running of the Brides"? Share your memories here.]]>
For the past two weeks I have been on a quest to find the perfect wedding dress. Unfortunately, four boutiques and ten dresses later I am still sans dress. Don't get me wrong, the dresses I tried on were all gorgeous, not as expensive as I feared and all looked good – they just didn't have "star" quality. Something was missing and none of the dresses gave me that "wedding" feeling –you know the ah-ha moment they have on all the wedding reality shows.
Choosing a dress is a huge commitment and should not only fit a bride's personality it should also coincide with the wedding theme and budget. To help with your search for the perfect gown consider the tips below to help eliminate wedding dress jitters.
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Research: Before you make an appointment at a particular bridal salon check-out their website to see what they offer and what they have in stock. Not all boutiques carry every style and having a good sense of what is available will definitely save you time and aggravation. For ideas on dress styles and designs check out The Knot.
Get glamorous: Brush your hair and gloss your lips! You'll be surprised how different a dress will look when your hair and make- up is done. But keep it simple. Bronzer on a pretty white dress is not a good look!
Don't be shy: Be prepared to strip down and have sales associates pin, zip and tuck while you get dressed. I suggest wearing a nude strapless bra, boy shorts and a sun dress that is easy to get in and out of.
Don't judge a dress by the hanger: Most dresses look like giant white sacks when they are on the hanger but once on they look completely different. Before you say "no" to a particular dress try it on to see if it fits your style and wedding theme. Who knows, your perfect dress could be the one you hated most.
Have an open mind: Don't be afraid to try on different styles and don't discriminate a dress based on a previous notion. I had my heart set on a mermaid gown for the longest time but for some reason the princess style ball gowns have been catching my attention at all the stores. A style I always said I would never wear.
Leave the entourage at home: Trying on dresses is definitely exciting but too many opinions can leave a bride-to-be frazzled. Try to limit your group to three and invite your friends to attend the fittings once the dress is picked.
The most important tip - Don't stress over finding the perfect dress. The months leading up to your wedding will fly by. Relish every moment and enjoy the experience!]]>
Danielle Nelson from Capture POD, a Miami based photo booth company was kind enough to send over a few tips after reading a recent blog post. The tips are perfect for any bride-to-be contemplating a photo booth. I am still up in the air about having one at my wedding reception but the tips below are definitely helpful!
Get a visual: Many photo booth rental companies don't post pictures of their booths on their websites. Before a sweet talking sales rep lures you in with a great price, request to see the photo booth in person and test it out before making any commitments. If you're not able to see the booth in person, then request multiple images, as well as the booth's dimensions. Photo booths come in all shapes and sizes. A visual not only allows you to see if the booth matches your wedding's aesthetic, but also lets you see if the booth's size is ideal for your event space. Some booths are as large as 8′ x 10′!
Consider your guest list: Is your crowd younger or older? Will they know how to operate a photo booth? Will small children be tall enough to be photographed? Ask your photo booth rental company what the start to finish process will be for guests using the photo booth. Testing the booth prior to the event before booking is highly recommended so that you can experience it for yourself. Capture POD booths feature a user-friendly touch screen with step by step instructions for guests, but a friendly on-site attendant is also provided to show your guests the ropes. A photo booth is no fun if no one knows how to use it.
Add a personal touch: Does the photo booth have any customizable features? Most photo booths will let you personalize your prints. Ask to see the designs that they currently have available and what changes can be made to them. Your guests will most likely hang on to their photo strips for a long time so make sure that your prints look the way you want your big day to be remembered. Does your wedding have a theme? If your rental package includes props, find out what they are to see if those props coordinate with your event. If not, ask your rental company if they would be willing to buy some. This way your photo booth will look and feel more a part of your wedding.
If you are interested in learning more about Capture POD call 305-572-1906 or visit their website at www.capturePOD.com]]>
Now that our venue is selected and the date is set, the next thing on our wedding to-do list is to fill the wedding gaps with vendors.
With numerous websites offering their "top picks" and a surplus of companies to choose from, hiring someone to co-host an event can be a tricky task. I have spent hours searching the Internet looking for perfect vendors and have compiled a few tips to help make the hiring process less of a chore.
Crash A Few Weddings: Even before I was engaged I took notes at every event I attended. In fact, the easiest decision I made was choosing my DJ. I pretty much had the company picked out years before I even had a ring on my finger. Seeing a company in action is the best way to make a decision. Anyone can sugar coat a service during a meeting but seeing a company in their element is the best way to see if they are the right fit for your wedding. If you don't have any events to attend, talk to your venue to see if you can peak in on a few upcoming events to check out different companies.
Meet and Greet: Before you sign a contract with anyone you plan on hiring you should try to meet them in person. Not only will you get a sense of who they are and what their work ethic is like, you'll also have the opportunity to negotiate services and even different ideas that you may not have thought about. Plus, first impressions are important and if you get a bad feeling about anyone, move on.
Don't Rush: I have had a few instant connections with vendors, especially photographers, but after the phone calls were over there was something missing. Before you make any rash decisions, make sure you are 100% confident with your choices. Some contracts are hard to break and you don't want to be disappointed on your wedding day.
My day job has allowed me to plan and attend some of the swankiest affairs around town, so when tables were turned and my event was on the line only the best would suffice. But with only a shoestring budget to work with and Veuve Clicquot taste, planning a wedding is a little more daunting than I ever imaged.]]>
After months of searching for a reception location, meeting with every event manager from Palm Beach to Key West and considering eloping…My fiancé and I finally found our wedding venue. Although the process in general was a stressful experience, signing on the dotted line lifted a huge weight off our shoulders and we are now on our way to wedded bliss.
So, what made this venue different from every other location we looked at? For one, the catering director. Not only was she flexible with meeting me after work, she was friendly, bubbly and greeted every crazy idea with enthusiasm and excitement. The best part, she even added a few suggestions!
Another important aspect was the space itself. Not only was it unique – it has great views of almost everything, from cityscapes to the ocean and floor to ceiling windows. It also met a majority of my requirements and most importantly I could envision our friends and family celebrating and having a good time. Plus, everything felt like it was meant to be. That vision was the one thing missing from every other location we looked at and it is a feeling that is indescribable.
Although it took months to find a venue and put a lot of planning on hold, everything is coming together nicely. But the stress is far from over. It took me almost a year to find a venue and I only have seven months to find the perfect dress!
If you are in the process of choosing the perfect venue and need some help taking the next step here are a few suggestions to help make the process less stressful.
Do your homework - Before you start your venue search, research different locations, determine your wedding budget and read every review possible! Wedding Wire, The Knot, and Project Wedding offer great insight from real brides.
Trust your instinct – If you do not mesh well with the staff consider looking elsewhere. I fell in love with a venue but unfortunately, the catering manager was a nightmare to deal with. I considered putting our differences aside but for the amount of money we were going to spend, it wasn't worth the added aggravation.
Don't judge a venue by its website– Websites can be deceiving and most venues look better in person. Before you pass up a diamond in the rough, make an appointment and see the site for yourself. You never know, you might fall in love with a location for its quirks, history or even the warm and welcoming staff.
Sign with confidence – Before you commit to a venue, make sure you read the contract carefully and ask as many questions as possible. Rental hours, noise restrictions, and parking for guests are a few to consider. For more ideas check out Real Simple.
Good luck!
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After the wedding vows and somewhere in between dinner and the cake-cutting, the bride and groom take center stage and dance to a sentimental song that usually brings a few guests to tears. But if you're like me, being the focus of attention is less than appealing. And actually makes me a little nervous.
To help eliminate stage fright and make the experience less nerve wreaking here are a few tips to make your first dance memorable.
Time Line: The first dance typically takes place right after dinner is served but no timeline is set in stone. If you want all eyes on you and your groom consider your first dance immediately following the grand entrance.
Song Choice: The options are endless when it comes to song choice and you should dance to whatever song has meaning to you and your significant other. If you don't have a "song" deciding on the perfect tune can be tricky. The best advice is to choose a few songs, listen to the lyrics and remember who you two are as a couple.
The More the Merrier: If five minutes alone on the dance floor is too much for you or your groom to handle, invite your guests to join in. Not only will you get to share the moment with your loved ones it the perfect way to officially start the celebration.
Dance Lessons: If the last time you slow danced was at senior prom, taking a few professional dance lessons is not a bad idea and can be a rewarding experience. LivingSocial and Groupon occasionally offer dancing deals and you might find a few inexpensive lessons to help make your debut on the dance floor fabulous. If no coupons are available try going directly to the source, check out Arthur Murray, Fred Astaire or visit a local dance studio near you.
Practice Makes Perfect: With a little practice you can Waltz, Foxtrot or Jive with the best of them. If you are looking for a group activity to help ease your dancing worries before the big day, SushiSamba offers a great private class that includes professional Samba instructors. Not only will you be able to indulge in a great meal you can shimmy and shake off the calories with a group of your closest friends. To find out more about their private party options, check out their website for more details.
The first dance is a very special time at the wedding reception and no matter what song you choose or how good your dancing skills are, it's a moment you'll cherish and remember for years to come. But please leave the kitschy choreographed first dances to the professionals.
My day job has allowed me to plan and attend some of the swankiest affairs around town, so when tables were turned and my event was on the line only the best would suffice. But with only a shoestring budget to work with and Veuve Clicquot taste, planning a wedding is a little more daunting than I ever imaged.]]>


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PATRIOT Act Debate Must Include Reform of Last Year's FISA Amendments Act
Today, the American Constitution Society's blog, ACSblog, was gracious enough to let EFF's Kevin Bankston guest blog about the current debate over renewal of the USA PATRIOT Act. Kevin took the opportunity to highlight the need for Congress to revisit the broad surveillance authority granted by last year's FISA Amendments Act (FAA) when it considers reforming the PATRIOT Act. Kevin argues that "from a civil liberties perspective, focusing on reforming the PATRIOT Act without also considering FAA reform is like rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic." The entire blog post is here.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is planning to consider PATRIOT renewal and reform Thursday. It's important to let your Senators know that you support both PATRIOT reform and FAA reform, including repeal of the immunity for telcos like AT&T that assisted in the National Security Agency's warrantless wiretapping program. If you haven't already, please visit our action center and contact your Senators now!
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American voters are not pleased with President Obama's managerial performance. They are also not pleased with the Obamacare rollout. They are also displeased with the sluggish economy.
If the economy were rolling at a higher rate, that might wash away some of that displeasure.
Are Americans displeased with Obama's policies? Therein lies confusion and muddle. That man that was supposed to stand by the middle class and poor hasn't done enough and has been seen backsliding.
Now, the thing to ponder is Republicans doing anything to offer better solutions? Until now, voters haven't seen much of anything. The GOP is hiding their medicine.
Citizens are about to see the Senate offer an alternative to Obamacare. That will be something. Yet, they are not revealing immigration reform because they don't have their internal act together.
So, Americans are flying blindly into the Election 2014 fog in which they have done nothing to improve the crop of candidates before them. They are just being fickle and frustrated which will not produce better government, just another version of what we already have.
By the time Hillary Clinton emerges, what Congress will the American people given to her? That is a good question. What Congress do you want to give the likely winner of the Election 2016 presidential election?
"Emboldened by the president's weak poll numbers, the botched Obamacare rollout and a still-sputtering economy, GOP donors and operatives are increasingly bullish about their prospects in the midterm election — most of all capturing the Senate. Seats that a year ago looked like sure bets for Democrats now have the makings of real races — in states such as Michigan, Virginia, and, if former Republican Sen. Scott Brown runs, New Hampshire.
Worries last fall that the party would pay a heavy price at the ballot box for forcing the government to shut down have faded as quickly as attention has shifted to frustration with the health care law."
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At a shareholders meeting in Portland, Oregon, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced a sequel to "The Incredibles" as well as a third entry in the "Cars" series. Both properties have been wildly successful for the company, though it is "The Incredibles 2" that seems to be creating the most buzz.
The first "Incredibles" film released in 2004, grossing $261 million at the domestic box office and $631 million worldwide. "Cars" and "Cars 2" have combined for a total of $435 million at the domestic box office, with over $1 billion worldwide. Both franchises have also been strong sellers for Disney in the home media marketplace.
In addition to their success at the box office, "The Incredibles" and "Cars" are both featured in Disney Interactive's action-adventure game "Disney Infinity," which features collectible figures of various characters from these and other Disney properties.
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Fri. March 9 - at
Sat. March 10 - at
Sun. March 11 - at
Tues. March 13 - at Hawaii-Hilo - 6 p.m.
Wed. March 14 - at Hawaii-Hilo - 1 p.m. - All Times Local to Site
Potential Starting Lineup
Notes 1
T.J. Steele
Batting .347 with eight doubles and 14 RBI 2
Colt Sedbrook
Batting .308 with five runs in seven games 3
Bill Rhinehart
Team-leader with .387 Avg. Has 19 runs and 19 RBI 4
C.J. Ziegler
Team leader with six HRs 5
Brad Glenn
Team leader with 23 RBI 6
Jon Gaston
Batting .377 with 14 runs and eight extra base hits 7
Erik Castro
Has appeared in 17 of 18 games and made 14 starts 8
Dwight Childs
Hitting ..342 with four doubles and a triple. 9
Robert Abel
Batting .306 with 19 runs scored. Is 8 for 8 in SB Pitching
RHP Preston Guilmet
3-0 with a 2.50 ERA in 36 IP, 29 K vs. 5 BB Sat
LHP Brad Mills
Team leader with four wins this season Sun
LHP David Coulon
2-1 with a 4.76 ERA in 22 2/3 IP CP
LHP Daniel Schlereth
1-0 with four saves in seven relief appearances this year
Last Week
The Wildcats opened the week with a 22-8 loss to rival Arizona State in a non-conference game in Tucson ... The Sun Devils raced out to an 8-0 advantage in the first and never looked back ... ASU rapped out 20 hits in the game, including three doubles and three home runs ... The Devils turned a triple play in the fourth inning of the game ... Arizona pitchers walked a season-high 12 batters in the loss ... The Wildcats bounced back to win their three-game series over Eastern Michigan in Tucson ... The Wildcats won the opening two games, 9-2 and 8-7, but couldn't pull out the sweep after falling 7-5 on Sunday ... As a team, UA hit .355 for the week (50 for 141) with seven doubles, three triples and five home runs ... The Wildcats also went 9 for 9 in stolen base tries to extend their streak to 19-straight successful steal attempts ... Individually, Jon Gaston led all UA players at the plate, batting .538 (7 for 13) in the four games with a double, a triple and three runs scored ... Bill Rhinehart finished the week 8 for 20 with four RBI and two runs scored ... C.J. Ziegler hit three home runs last week and finished the four games 7 for 19 (.368) with five RBI, four runs scored and a .842 slugging percentage ... Ziegler and Brad Glenn hit back-to-back home runs in consecutive games (2/27 vs. Arizona State and 3/2 vs. Eastern Michigan) ... Held back by 22 earned runs against Arizona State, the Wildcats pitching staff finished the week with a 8.25 ERA ... Despite the rough outing against the Sun Devils, the UA staff rebounded to limit Eastern Michigan to 3.67 ERA over the weekend ... After walking a season-high 12 batters against ASU, the UA pitchers issued just four walks in three games against EMU ... The Cats finished the week with 38 strike outs in 36 innings of work ... The individual standouts on the mound were sophomores Preston Guilmet and Daniel Schlereth and senior Brad Mills ... Guilmet (3-0, 2.50 ERA) surrendered a season-high 12 hits to Eastern Michigan in Friday's win, but limited the Eagles to just two runs over 7 1/3 innings while striking out five and walking none. His efforts earned him his third win of the year ... Schlereth (1-0, 4 saves, 1.46 ERA) appeared in three games over the week and recorded nine of 10 outs via the K over his 3 1/3 innings of work. He picked his team-leading fourth save of the year on Saturday against EMU ... Mills (4-1, 3.18 ERA) won his team-leading fourth game of the season after striking out a career-high 10 hitters in Saturday's win. He held EMU to just one run on five hits over 6 1/3 innings
A Quick Look at
The Rainbows welcome the Wildcats for the weekend series with a 14-6 overall record ... Hawaii swept a five-game series against Chicago State last weekend to snap a three-game losing streak ... As a team UH is batting .304 for the year and is averaging 7.4 runs, 10.3 hits, 6.3 RBI per game ... The Rainbows have a keen eye at the plate, drawing 113 walks in 20 games ... Former Wildcat Kris Sanchez leads the Hawaii offense, batting a team-high .437 with nine doubles, two triples, five home runs and 31 RBI in 19 games played ... Sanchez, who played high school baseball for UA volunteer assistant Keith Francis at CDO, redshirted at Arizona in 2003 before transferring to Central Arizona and then to Hawaii ... Justin Frash (22 runs) and Brandon Haislet (25 runs) have combined to scored 47 runs for UH this season ... On the mound UH has posted a 2.90 team ERA in 177 innings of work ... The Rainbow staff has punched out 199 hitters against just 39 walks this year ... The tentative UH rotation for the weekend is - Fri. - LHP Ian Harrington (3-3, 3.37 ERA), Sat. - LHP Mark Rodrigues (4-1, 3.16 ERA) and Sun. - RHP Josh Schneider (2-1, 1.97 ERA) ... Head coach Mike Trapasso is in his sixth season at UH and has posted a 174-140 overall record.
Arizona-Hawaii Connections
In addition to former Wildcat Kris Sanchez playing for Hawaii, there are a couple of other UH-UA connections ... Arizona assistant coach Mark Wasikowski began his collegiate playing career at Hawaii before transferring to Rancho Santiago CC and Pepperdine ... Current Rainbow pitcher Cameron Wheeler played the last two seasons at Yavapai Community College in Prescott where UA coach Jeff Casper was an assistant for the same two years.
The Wildcats and Rainbows have met 23 times on the baseball diamond in a series that dates back to 1914 ... UH holds a 14-9 advantage in the all-time series ... Arizona and Hawaii last met in baseball in the 1992 NCAA West Regional played in Tucson.
In addition to the 1992 regional, UA and UH have long tradition of meeting in the postseason, including twice at the College World Series in 1980. The Cats defeated the Rainbows 5-3 in the championship game in
West Regional (Tucson, Ariz.)
Hawaii 10 - Arizona 3 1989
West I Regional (Tucson, Ariz.)
Arizona 17 - Hawaii 3 1987
West II Regional (Tempe, Ariz.)
Hawaii 6 - Arizona 3 1980
College World Series (Omaha, Neb.)
Arizona 6 - Hawaii 4 College World Series (Omaha, Neb.)
Arizona 5 - Hawaii 3 - Championship Game 1979
Midwest Regional (Tucson, Ariz.)
Arizona 10 - Hawaii 2 Midwest Regional (Tucson, Ariz.)
Arizona 5 - Hawaii 3
One More Historical Note, I swear!
In back-to-back weekends Arizona will take on two of the three schools it has defeated in the national championship game in Omaha. Last weekend it was Eastern Michigan, whom UA defeated to win the 1976 title. This weekend it will be Hawaii, who, as noted above, fell to the Cats in the 1980 title game. In order to make it three-for-three for the year, Arizona will have to meet up with Florida State somewhere along the line. The Cats defeated the 'Noles in the 1986 championship game in Omaha.
Hard Working Guys
Five different Wildcats have started all 18 games this season - 1B Bill Rhinehart, LF Brad Glenn, CF T.J. Steele, DH C.J. Ziegler and SS Robert Abel. Last year Colt Sedbrook and Brad Boyer were the only UA player to have made 18 straight starts to open the year, and Sedbrook was the only UA player to start all 55 games.
Offensive Numbers
Heading into play this weekend, the Wildcats are batting .321 as a team and averaging 7.4 runs, 11.1 hits, 2.3 doubles, 1.0 home runs and 6.7 RBI per game.
Grand Theft
The Wildcats are 25 for 31 in stolen base attempts this season and have successfully swiped 19 consecutive bags. Dating back 12 games to Feb. 10, eight different players have stolen at lease one base without getting caught.
Stealing them Silly
Current Streak
Season Robert Abel
5 for 5
8 for 8 T.J. Steele
4 for 4
5 for 5 Bill Rhinehart
3 for 3
3 for 4 Brad Glenn
2 for 2
2 for 2 Jon Gaston
2 for 2
2 for 3 Dwight Childs
1 for 1
1 for 1 Kevin Rodland
1 for 1
2 for 4 Colt Sedbrook
1 for 1
1 for 1
On the other side of the stolen base,
Touch ?'Em All
The Wildcats have hit 18 home runs in 18 games thus far. The middle part of the batting order - Bill Rhinehart (4 HR), C.J. Ziegler (6) and Brad Glenn (5) - have accounted for 15 of the 18 bombs, while Jon Gaston (2) and T.J. Steele (1) have added the other three.
Back-To-Back Back-To-Back
C.J. Ziegler and Brad Glenn hit back-to-back home runs in back-to-back games last week. Ziegler led off the ninth inning against
A year removed from having just one player hit multiple home runs in a contest (David Plante, at USC), three different Wildcats have gone yard at least twice in a game this season. Bill Rhinehart (2) and Brad Glenn (3) each hit multiple homers against
One Yard from History
Brad Glenn was already having a good day - 3 for 3, three home runs - when he strode to plate in the eighth inning against
Three-Homer Games at
April 7, 1972 - Dennis Haines at UTEP - 5-for-5, 4 R, 2B, 3 HRs, 3 RBI
March 20, 1974 - Ron Hassey vs.
April 8, 2000 - Erik Torres at Washington - 3-for-4, 4 R, 3 HR, 3 RBI
Feb. 23, 2001 - Shelley Duncan vs.
Feb. 7, 2007 - Brad Glenn vs.
Only Hassey and Duncan hit their HRs in consecutive ABs
Extra, Extra
In 18 games this season Arizona has posted at least one extra base hit in each one ... UA has hit at least one double in 17 of 18 contests this season, including a season-high eight in the season-opener against Gonzaga ... The Wildcats hit eight doubles, three triples and a home run against Gonzaga on Feb. 2. The 12 extra base hits in that contest were the most put up by a UA squad in school history, eclipsing the previous high-water mark of 11 set by the 1985 and 2001 teams ... Junior DH C.J. Ziegler tied the UA single-game school record for doubles in his first career start on Feb. 2, swatting three two-baggers. He finished the contest 4 for 5 with three RBI and four runs scored.
Doing it with Two
Through the first 18 games the
Free Ride
Wearing It
Although they are behind last year's record-setting pace, the Cats have been hit by 29 pitches in 18 games thus far. The opposition has twice hit


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Named to the Clemson Classic All-Tournament team after averaging 2.08 kills per set with a .379 hitting percentage in the tournament ... averaged 1.57 kills per set and was second on the team with a .298 hitting percentage to rank 16th in the SEC ... finished second on the team with 29 aces, to rank 13th in the SEC with 0.25 aces per set ... second on the team with 17 aces (0.27 aps) during SEC play ... in her final match at Alabama, had four kills, two digs and an assisted block against Oklahoma in the NCAA Tournament ... had five kills on 11 swings for a .455 hitting percentage against Tennessee, also added four digs in the match ... posted a .400 hitting percentage at No. 5 Florida (Nov. 17), finishing the match with six kills and two errors on 10 swings ... hit .571 with four kills and no errors on seven attempts, with an ace, an assisted block and six digs at South Carolina ... had five kills on 16 attempts for a .312 hitting percentage against Arkansas (Nov. 8), while matching her career-high with three aces to go along with three digs and three assisted blocks against the Razorbacks ... hit .500 (7-1/12) against UAB to post her fourth-straight match with a .350 or higher hitting percentage ... posted a .429 hitting percentage with six kills on 14 attempts against Mississippi State (Nov. 1), and finished the match with an ace and three assisted blocks ... had a .353 hitting percentage with seven kills and four digs against Kentucky (Oct. 27) ... posted a season-high 11 kills in a four-set win at Georgia while hitting .474 (11-2/19) in the match ... had five kills and three digs in a three-set win over Texas A&M ... had nine kills, nine digs and a career-high tying five total blocks in a four-set road-win over Arkansas (Oct. 11) ... matched her season-high with 10 kills against No. 18 Kentucky (Sept. 29), while hitting .529 against the Wildcats ... had nine kills with one error on 20 attempts against Troy ... tallied eight kills and a season-high tying three assisted blocks against Delaware ... reached double digits in kills for the first time with 10 against Clemson, posting a .471 hitting percentage against the Tigers ... had nine kills in a five-set win over UNC-Wilmington on Sept. 7, and hit .450 in the match with no errors on 20 swings ... notched her second double-digit digs match of the season with 10 against UNCW ... had a season-high 23 assists as the starting setter against Houston Baptist ... notched her 15th career double-double with 21 assists and a season-high 13 digs against Seton Hall.
2012 (JUNIOR)Named the Most Valuable Player of the Elon Phoenix Classic ... named to the Beanpot Classic All-Tournament Team ... was a member of the 2012 SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll ... finished the season fourth on the team with 2.05 kills per set ... had a .238 hitting percentage, while averaging 1.63 digs and 0.35 blocks per set ... was fifth on the team with 15 aces ... played in 31 matches with 25 starts, totaling 108 sets played ... posted seven kills against Auburn (Nov .18) ... had six kills and two block assists in the win over Kentucky (Nov. 9) ... recorded her sixth double-digit dig match of the season with 10 against Arkansas (Oct. 26) ... had nine kills on 19 attempts (.474) against Georgia (Oct. 21) ... recorded a season-high .522 hitting percentage (13-1/23) at South Carolina (Oct. 12) ... posted eight kills, one solo block and one block assist vs. Missouri (Oct. 7) ... had an ace and a block assist against Mississippi (Sept. 28) ... tied her season best with 34 attempts at Auburn (Sept. 23) ... posted 11 kills and 16 digs, with two block assists during the first weekend of SEC play ... had 11 kills with a .391 hitting percentage in a 3-1 win over Samford (Sept. 11) ... had team highs with 41.5 points, 37 kills and 105 attempts in the Hampton Inn Bama Bash, and added 2.85 digs per set in the tournament ... had 10 kills and nine digs against Alabama State (Sept. 8) ... posted a season-high 34 attempts against Austin Peay (Sept. 7) and recorded her 17th career double-double with 12 kills and 14 digs ... had eight kills with no errors and nine digs against Lamar (Sept. 7) ... averaged 3.33 kills per set with a .410 hitting percentage in the three matches of the Phoenix Classic, adding 19 digs, three total blocks, and four assists in the tournament ... had seven kills on 17 attempts with no errors against Alabama A&M (Aug. 28) for a .412 hitting percentage ... also had two aces in the match against the Bulldogs ... hit .333 in the Beanpot Classic with 34 kills to average 2.85 kills per set in the tournament ... recorded a career-high five block assists along with 12 kills and team-high 15.5 points in the match against Sacred Heart (Aug. 25) ... posted her first double-double of the season with 14 kills and 17 digs against Northeastern (Aug. 24).
2011 (SOPHOMORE)Was one of two players to start all 31 matches and one of three players to play in all 113 sets ... finished second on the team with 239 kills (2.12 kps) while hitting .219 ... tallied 164 of her 239 kills during SEC play to average 2.41 kills per set during conference action ... was second on the team with 164 digs (2.41 dps) during SEC play ... finished second in the SEC with 15 total double-doubles and three triple-doubles ... was second on the team in assists (507) and digs (293), third in service aces (22) and fourth in blocks (42) ... recorded a career-high 54 attempts and three total blocks at Mississippi (Nov. 25) ... posted a career-high 22 kills at Mississippi State (Nov. 20) ... recorded her 15th double-double of the season at South Carolina (Nov. 6) with 11 kills and 15 digs ... notched her third triple-double of the season with 10 kills, 21 assists and 12 digs in the five-set match versus Auburn (Oct. 30), adding a season-high four total blocks and tied her career-high with two solos ... had her 11th double-double with 15 assists and 13 digs against Georgia (Oct. 28) ... had three assisted blocks at Arkansas (Oct. 23) ... recorded her 10th double-double of the season with 16 kills and 23 assists, while hitting .471 against South Carolina (Oct. 14) ... recorded a double-double at Tennessee (Oct. 7) with 13 kills and 13 assists ... had a double-double against Mississippi State (Sept. 30) with 13 assists and 10 digs ... had a double-double with 21 assists and 12 digs against Mississippi (Sept. 28) ... hit a season-best .778 and earned her sixth double-double of the season at Georgia (Sept. 25) with 25 assists and 12 digs ... earned a season-best two solo blocks against LSU (Sept. 18) ... recorded her fifth double-double of the season against Arkansas (Sept. 16) with 26 assists and 10 digs ... posted her second triple-double of the season versus Penn (Sept. 10) with 13 kills, 23 assists and 21 digs ... earned her fourth double-double with 22 assists and 11 digs versus Ohio State (Sept. 10) ... posted her first triple-double with 13 kills, a career-high 25 digs and 29 assists at SMU (Sept. 3) ... the triple-double was the first at Alabama since Oct. 1, 1999, and the fourth since the program restarted in 1989 ... had a career-high 32 assists, along with 14 digs and two blocks against Samford (Aug. 30) ... had seven kills, 23 assists and 14 digs against Austin Peay (Aug. 26) ... had five kills against Alabama State (Aug. 26).
2010 (FRESHMAN-Oklahoma)Played in 51 sets, averaging 1.65 digs per set and 0.61 assists per set ... averaged 1.46 digs per set during conference matches ... had 0.58 assists per set and 1.71 digs per set in non-conference matches ... saw action in 10 sets at the Dr. Mary Jo Wynn Invitational, with 19 digs ... played in nine sets at the Houston Invitational and had 11 digs ... played 10 sets during the Nike Invitational, averaging 2.20 digs per set ... set season-high for assists with six against Miami ... had season-best 13 digs against Wichita State.
HIGH SCHOOLPrepped at Red Oak (Texas) High School for coach Hope Porter ... was a 2009 Under Armour High School All-America second-team honoree ... named to PrepVolleyball.com's Top 100 Senior Aces and Defensive Dandies list ... first team All-Texas selection by LoneStarVolleyball.com ... Texas Girls Coaches Association 4A/5A West All-Star team ... named to Vype Magazine's Top-10 Players to Watch List ... also named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) high school watch list ... named Most Valuable Player of the Coppell Tournament ... served as team captain for three seasons ... named to PrepVolleyball.com's top-50 juniors list and second team Defensive Dandies ... earned District 15-4A Most Valuable Player honors as a junior and senior ... also earned team MVP honors ... named to the all-tournament teams at Coppell and Northwest ... attended Duncanville High School her freshman and sophomore seasons ... named Best Passer at the PrepVolleyball.com Classic ... District 8-5A MVP ... earned team MVP honors as a sophomore ... named District 8-5A Newcomer of the Year as a freshman ... named to the all-tournament team at the National Junior Olympics 15-Open division ... also participated in track and field ... secretary of the National Honor Society ... also a member of the Spanish National Honor Society.
PERSONALBorn Andrea Rose McQuaid in Desoto, Texas, on Oct. 22, 1991 ... daughter of Karen and Rob McQuaid ... father Rob played basketball at Midwestern State ... has two brothers Matthew and Mike ... uncle Mike Winters played basketball at New Mexico ... grandfather Lanny Winters played basketball and baseball at New Mexico ... participates in the Women's Initiative Program and Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program ... majoring in accounting.
Kills: 22, at Mississippi State, Nov. 20, 2011
Attacks: 54, at Mississippi, Nov. 25, 2011
Attack pct: .522, at South Carolina, Oct. 12, 2012 (13-1/23)
Assists: 32, at Samford, Aug. 30, 2011
Serve aces: 3, 4 times
Digs: 25, at SMU, Sept. 3, 2011
Blocks: 5, vs Sacred Heart, Aug. 25, 2012; at Arkansas, Oct. 11, 2013
Block solo: 2, Auburn, Oct. 30, 2011; LSU, Sept. 18, 2011
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War of Clicks !! isn't it misleading
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War of Clicks !! isn't it misleading
I have noticed the big jump at the home page in the rating of both 400d and 40d which is clearly a result of clicks war between two parties. Everyone can easily notice the the pipe of both cameras and judge what is going on.
Do you think this is misleading for the novice photographers?
Isn't this war giving some cameras a higher rating over others e.g. 400d vs 450d?
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Jesse James and Kat Von D have split up.
James has a home in Texas and Von D lives in Los Angeles.
"I am no longer w Jesse," Von D confirmed via Twitter, "and out of respect for him, his family and myself, thats all the info I'd like to share. Thanks for respecting that."
The pair were planning to celebrate the one-year anniversary of when they started dating by getting married this summer.
James' marriage to actress Sandra Bullock famously crumbled in 2010 after he admitted having numerous extramarital affairs just weeks after the actress won an Oscar for her performance in "The Blind Side."
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Last year's Toyota FT-1 concept previewed the look of the new Supra
Autocar has already driven the FT-1 concept, virtually
The BMW/Toyota joint venture will give birth to a radically-different Z
The new alliance will also see a production version of the Toyota FT-1
The car's powertrain will draw on technology developed from Toyota's Le Mans efforts
An engine less than 2.0-litres in size and lightweight technologies developed for BMW's i3 and i8 programmes will feature
BMW and Toyota are planning to spin two different sizes of vehicle off their ongoing joint sports car project, allowing engineers from the two companies to deliver the next generation of Z4 and the return of the Supra name respectively.
The original deal to work together on a mid-size sports car was announced in 2012. Few details have been released since then, but BMW did confirm late last year that the project had entered the "concept phase" and that a technical feasibility study had been "successfully completed".
Senior sources have now confirmed further details, including where the car Toyota produces will sit in the firm's product line-up.
Speaking at the Geneva show, Toyota Europe vice-president and product planning chief Karl Schlicht said: "The intention with the new car is for it to sit above the GT86. It doesn't replace that model; the GT86 goes on with its own mission."
That positioning tallies with the return of one of Toyota's classic sports car names. While the Celica badge has traditionally been used for models of the GT86's size, the Supra name would give the firm a mainstream sports car flagship. It also allows the new car to be considerably more expensive than the GT86, reflecting what is likely to be a complex powertrain and high-tech construction.
As Autocar revealed last year, the two models are likely to feature a hybrid four-wheel drive set-up incorporating a BMW petrol engine and electric motors whose energy is stored in supercapacitors.
BMW is understood to be bringing its expertise in construction to the project, with the new sports car likely to follow the existing i3 and i8, and the forthcoming 7 Series, by making use of carbonfibre in its architecture.
Toyota's most recent sports car concept, the FT-1, could be seen as a preview for the Japanese brand's offering. Its 4.6m overall length is broadly the same as that of the last Supra, which was withdrawn from sale in 2002.
A model of this size would also be significantly larger than the existing Z4, but Ian Robertson, BMW's board member with responsibility for sales and marketing, has stated that the two manufacturers have come up with a proposal that can satisfy different areas of the sports car market.
"The one thing we're clear on now is that a platform for both companies can work," he said. "The cars in themselves don't actually need to be positioned the same. The platform can spawn two positionings.
"The concept works, the platform can deliver and now we have two proud sets of engineers - one group German, one group Japanese - who are each fighting and arguing for the car they want."
When asked if the platform was scalable, to allow for the sort of difference in wheelbase that there could be between a Supra and a Z4, Robertson said: "Gone are the days when one platform was one platform. Most of our platforms are scalable these days."
Robertson also said that no decision on production had been taken, but he suggested that a single factory would be used for both cars. "One part of the next phase will be deciding who builds the car - which company and in which country. We need to find out where the markets are and whether the biggest markets are the same for both companies." It's thought that a plant in the United States or Europe is more likely to be used than a facility in Japan.
Toyota's luxury brand, Lexus, does not currently have access to the joint sports car program, but senior company officials have refused to rule out the idea in the longer term. "Toyota is next door," said Lexus's European boss, Alain Uyttenhoven. "We are one company and our head is Akio Toyoda, and we could do it. Right now, we are not going to have a common platform between BMW and Lexus. Purely speaking, though, we have access to everything which is Toyota."
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Obama Official Calls For Tough, Simple Volcker Rule
By Alan Zibel and Jeffrey Sparshott
A rule being developed by U.S. regulators that would bar risky trading activities by banks should be made simpler and more stringent before it is made final, a senior Obama administration official said.
Speaking to reporters Tuesday during a briefing held in advance of the two-year anniversary of Obama's signing of the Dodd-Frank financial-overhaul law on July 21, the official highlighted the need for a "tough" interpretation of the law's ban on banks' proprietary trades. That provision, known as the Volcker rule, was named for former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker.
"There is some room for it to be simpler and easier to understand and therefore to be followed," the official said, calling for a "tough simple rule" that would make it harder for firms to escape the rule's restrictions.
Regulators put out a draft version of the rule last October, but it has yet to be completed. The official said there was "broad agreement" that the original proposal was too complex. However, the official didn't say when the rule would be made final, saying only that it would be "hopefully sometime soon."
Officials in the Obama administration, along with Democrats on Capitol Hill have seized on the multibillion-dollar trading losses disclosed by J.P. Morgan this spring as evidence for the need for a firm ban on banks' trading for their own profit.
Last month, Federal Reserve Gov. Daniel Tarullo told lawmakers that the Volcker rule would have reduced the risk that J.P. Morgan was taking, even if the bank's trades had been permitted under an exception designed to allow banks to hedge against their risks.
The rule would have forced J.P. Morgan to provide regulators with documentation showing how what it did was a hedge, not a proprietary bet banned by the Volcker rule, Tarullo said at that hearing.


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|Indigenous and Afro-Honduran Women's Constitutional Assembly
|Written by Margaret Thompson
|Tuesday, 12 July 2011 10:46
Proposals to radically re-formulate the constitution of Honduras need to incorporate the experiences and perspectives of indigenous and Afro-Honduran women, declared Berta Cáceres, a longtime feminist indigenous activist and an organizer of the Constitutional Assembly Self-Organized by Indigenous and Afro-Honduran Women. The historic event, which is taking place July 10-14, 2011 in Copán Ruinas, will include indigenous and Afro women delegates from all over Honduras, said Cáceres, who is also coordinator of COPINH (Civic Council of Indigenous and Popular Organizations in Honduras).
Many of these women have been front and center in the popular resistance movement against the repression following the coup d'etat in their country in June, 2009, struggling against assaults on their lands, sovereignty, natural resources and cultures. Likewise, many have been specifically targeted as leaders in these struggles with aggressive and violent assaults and detentions by police and private security forces.
Along the northern coast of Honduras, there are 48 Garifuna communities "who are suffering an accelerated expulsion from our territories that we have inhabited for 214 years," said Miriam Miranda of OFRANEH (National Fraternal Organization of Black Hondurans) in a public letter she released after being violently detained and assaulted by security forces in March, 2011 for her role as a leader in the resistance. Communal lands of the Garifuna have been subject to widespread privatization as part of massive development plans by the government and World Bank to create big tourist resorts and "model cities." The Garifuna are matrilocal, meaning the land has been traditionally passed along matrilineal lines, so this massive assault on communal lands has hit women particularly hard (Vacanti Brondo, 2007).
Also a central part of the Indigenous and Afro-Women's Assembly are large cultural and spiritual ceremonies led by women from the different indigenous communities. Locating the event in Copán Ruinas is highly significant because in addition to being an important archeological site, the area has a long history of resistance of indigenous peoples, and the Maya Chortí in particular.


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That's why I believe after food and water, home defense is the most important survival skill. So what can you do?
Make your home an undesirable target. Imagine you're a looter and try to think of some things that would make you move on to the next house. Here are a few ideas: battery-powered or solar-powered motion detector lights, a tall fence with spikes at the top, a loud dog, thorn bushes in front of the windows, a sign with a picture of a gun and the words: "We don't dial 911." If you have one of those houses that looks like more trouble than it's worth, most looters will move on to the next house.
Reinforce your entry points and install an alarm. I recommend you replace your regular windows with hurricane windows as they are much more difficult to break. You could also replace the regular screws in your doors with long screws that reach all the way into the stud. This way, criminals won't be able to kick down your doors. Also consider getting interlocking bolt rim locks. These are jimmy-proof. And if possible, get some kind of battery-powered alarm. Even if it's not a high-tech alarm that calls a real security service, it doesn't matter. The loud noise will cause most looters to flee.
There are many other little things you can do to better defend your home. Padlock sheds and garages because criminals can use the tools inside to their advantage. Keep your house lit up at night (unless it's type of SHTF scenario where you don't want to draw attention). Don't believe the stories people use to get into your house, even if they say they're from the power company or something. Paranoia keeps you safe.
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Katie LeClerc Greer, mother of young children, knows more than most parents about the dangers on the internet for children. Katie, who now owns and manages her own company, KL • Greer Consulting, began training for this right out of college to prepare her for what lay out there.
Katie was the Administrative Assistant for the Chief of the Criminal Bureau for the Massachusetts State Police Department. He was patient and kind with such a young woman and got her involved in internet crimes. When she moved on to work with the Prosecutor for Massachusetts, she was only 21 or 22 years old, but had had enough preparation that she continued delving into internet crimes, believing that if training about them began with a proactive approach, that kids may sustain from getting involved.
When she was ready, she spread her purpose to a couple of schools; discussing the throes of cyber-bullying and sexting. She wanted to get across the fact that those who use the internet have an online responsibility to themselves and others. This is a hard concept unless the kids realize that what goes on the internet stays on the internet! So, what may seem fun and exciting now, may not be so in the future when they are attempting to get a scholarship to college, a job, or when they have to explain their actions to their own children someday. Even when you hit delete, that file is still stored out on the World Wide Web somewhere just waiting for the next opportunity to be seen.
Greer's proactive approach is straightforward and since she is young, she does not have as many issues as other speakers on the topic have when presenting to teens. She would much rather speak to kids in advance than have to rush into a situation where a teen has committed suicide or there was a sexting case blowup. The reactive approach will work, but if the kids are aware in advance, perhaps it could have avoided the negative situation altogether.
The one point that she wants everyone to understand, parents and children alike, is that the internet is not a horrible thing; it is not dangerous unless it is approached with negative connotations in mind. This is why she uses real-life examples of what NOT to do so that things are not taken out of context and derives more negativity as a result.
If your organization, school, church or other would like Katie LeClerc Greer to come to your community to speak (she can do up to four daily presentations and one evening presentation), there is a standard cost plus travel. Considering that this topic is hot news these days, the cost is minimal – especially if it should save your child's life!


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Hangar fire at Brown Field prompts temporary runway closure
OTAY MESA, Calif. - An explosive three-alarm fire engulfed two hangars at Brown Field Tuesday, sending a thick plume of black smoke over the airport and forcing a temporary closure of its runways.
The blaze in the 1400 block of Continental Street erupted for unknown reasons shortly after noon, according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department.
It caused about $100,000 in damage to the structure and about $600,000 in damage to the contents inside the buildings, including two light planes inside the structures. A third hangar was badly damaged.
The fire's cause is under investigation.
Several witnesses reported hearing an explosion as smoke began pouring out of the metal-roof structure, SDFRD spokesman Lee Swanson said.
Jeffrey Schuster, who owns planes in one of the hangers, told 10News, "It was a very loud explosion, multiple, and just things … shrapnel was just flying all over the place."
He added, "I drove my car right through all the black smoke and then first thing I checked to make sure all my guys were out of the hanger, and they were, and then I just started pulling my airplanes out … I have no losses. I pulled all my airplanes out, got everything; my people are OK."
Administrators of the municipal general-aviation airport near the U.S.-Mexico line suspended flight operations while crews worked to subdue the flames. The airport reopened at 3:30 p.m.
Hazardous-materials personnel were called in due to the likelihood of aircraft fuel and other toxic materials burning within the structure, according to Swanson. It was not immediately clear if the building had any planes inside it, he said.
San Diego Fire-Rescue Deputy Chief Lorraine Hutchinson said, "We had indications that there would be possible hazmat inside and so we pulled our crews out and we took a defensive position for safety … Access is an issue. There are a lot of ordinary combustibles in there and so getting to the smoldering is going to take some time now."
No injuries were reported.
"We don't know what caused this. There are indicators that lead us to believe there was an explosion, just because of the metal debris and how things were scattered," Hutchinson said.


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Released: Sep 01st, 1992
Running Time: 82
Director: Jim Enright
Company: Hollywood Video
Cast: Tianna Taylor, Ron Jeremy, T.T. Boy, Francesca Lé, Bianca (I), Peter North, Melanie Moore
Critical Rating: AAA
Genre: Feature
Tianna Taylor makes the best out of a role she's all wrong for. With her blood red lipstick and blacked-over eyebrows, she hardly looks the part of a naive, sexually inexperienced niece of a rich and perverted aunt (Bianca). When the guardian takes her charge to the confines of a sex clinic, we find the director to be none other than Ron Jeremy. (Readers can now collectively smite their foreheads for that revolutionary bit of casting).
As we experience the guided tour, which features a nurse making it with one of the patients (Moore and Francesca, in a delicious dildo duel) all becomes clear: Something is afoot in Dr. Head's Hospital. The therapy is literally driving the patients nympho, and the doc's cornered the market for the cure. Peter North plays a sympathetic psychologist who takes the lovely Tianna under his wing (among other parts) and helps her release her supressed inhibitions, as well as his own load. Meanwhile, Bianca and her boyfriend Sebastian (T.T. Boy) run around seducing the patients for kicks. Bianca gets a gold star for her deep throating of Dr. Head himself, and should have been given star billing for the whole shebang. Funny, sexy and packaged nicely.


text: Alaska Air Alaska Air Says It's Holding Its Own Against Delta Onslaught By Tom Banse • Jul 24, 2014 Alaska Airlines The intensifying competition between Alaska Airlines and rival Delta Air Lines in the Western skies does not seem to be hurting the bottom line of either company. Seattle-based Alaska Air posted a record second quarter profit Thursday, a day after Delta toasted its own high earnings. But Alaska executives are still showing concern about a flood of new seats on their home turf. Alaska Air CEO 'Confident' As Delta Spreads Wings On Home Turf By Tom Banse • Apr 25, 2014 Ted S. Warren / AP Photo The parent company of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air announced strong earnings for the first quarter of the year on Friday. The airline group's CEO said he expects good results for the rest of 2014 as well, notwithstanding growing competition from Delta Air Lines on Alaska's home turf. Delta is dramatically ramping up its Seattle operations to build a new hub city oriented toward the Pacific Rim. Seatac Businesses, Unions Stage Showdown over Minimum Wage By Ashley Gross • Jul 22, 2013 Powerful business interests and unions are staging a showdown in the small town of SeaTac. Tuesday night, the SeaTac City Council is supposed to vote on whether to put a living wage initiative on the November ballot. Airport workers affiliated with unions like the Service Employees International Union and the Teamsters collected signatures to put the measure on the ballot. It would set a minimum wage of $15 an hour for hospitality and transportation workers including people like baggage handlers at the airport. Alaska Air reaches tentative deal with its pilots By Ashley Gross • Jun 6, 2013 Frank Kovalchek Listen Listening... / 1:11 Alaska Air has reached a tentative five-year contract with its nearly 1,500 pilots. It's a bright note in an industry known for testy labor relations. Best Seattle-area stock since 2008? (Surprise, it's not Amazon) By Ashley Gross • Apr 1, 2013 InSapphoWeTrust Listen Listening... / 1:14 Sure, Amazon shares have done well over the past five years—up about 245 percent. And people fortunate enough to have bought Starbucks stock in March 2008 have seen their shares climb about 200 percent. But the real standout stock in the Seattle area is Alaska Air Group. The shares have climbed more than 500 percent in the past five years. Sea-Tac baggage handlers and cabin cleaners sign union cards By Ashley Gross • Mar 26, 2013 Working Washington Listen Listening... / 1:15 (Editor's note May 23, 2013: Corrects to clarify that workers have signed cards to join unions but haven't been recognized as unions by their employers. Until they're recognized, they don't have legal status as collective bargaining units.) After a year of agitating over working conditions, more than 1,000 workers at Sea-Tac Airport say they have now signed cards to join unions. How are employers observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day? By Ashley Gross • Jan 18, 2013 U.S. Embassy New Delhi Listen Listening... / 1:06 If you're looking forward to a long weekend, you're in the minority. The number of employers closing for business on Martin Luther King Jr. Day has been inching up in recent years, but it's still only 32 percent.