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located in the adjacent DoubleTree by Hilton Varna. The contemporary all day dining Demeter Restaurant offers our guests a fresh and rich variety of international and traditional Bulgarian cuisine specialties in a modern décor with daily live cooking and entertainment. Sample delicious home-made breads, fresh from our in-house bakery, or join friends and family for daily live music. Demeter Restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, as well as additional à la carte options.
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(Recipe makes enough relish for relish for 3 or 4 chicken breasts; adapted slightly from Grilled Chicken Breasts with Green-Olive Relish at Fine Cooking.)
Relish Ingredients:
3/4 cup finely chopped green olives with pimientos
2 T blanched almonds, toasted in dry pan and then chopped
1 T capers, chopped
1-2 tsp. lemon zest
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme (or use 1/2 tsp. crushed dried thyme but fresh thyme would be much better)
1/2 tsp. minced garlic (or more)
3 T extra-virgin olive oil
Chicken Ingredients:
3 or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
1-2 tsp. Roast Chicken Seasoning Rub (or use your favorite seasoning for chicken)
olive oil, for brushing stove-top grill pan
Combine the chopped green olives, toasted and chopped almonds, chopped capers, lemon zest, chopped thyme, minced garlic, and olive oil to make the relish. Let it sit while you prep and cook the chicken so flavors can blend.
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Portuguese Green Olive Dip ~ Leite's Culinaria
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Insulin is a hormone that regulates how the body uses carbohydrates, protein, and fat. In type 2 (adult-onset) diabetes, the body's tissues lose their sensitivity to insulin. To overcome this resistance, the body puts out more insulin, leading to high levels of insulin in the bloodstream. When even these levels of insulin fail to overcome the tissue resistance, high levels of blood sugar (glucose) develop. Overweight adults are at increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Recently, it has been suggested that being small at birth increases the risk for type 2 diabetes later in life. It is therefore possible that people who develop type 2 diabetes have a particular path of growth from birth through adulthood.
To study the relationship of type 2 diabetes to size at birth and growth in childhood.
The researchers studied 3639 men and 3447 women who were born at Helsinki University Central Hospital in Finland from 1924 to 1933, went to school in Helsinki, and were still living in Finland in 1971.
The researchers used detailed birth and health records to track the study participants' growth patterns. Finland's register of all people who take long-term medicines also allowed them to identify study patients who developed type 2 diabetes. The researchers then compared growth patterns in persons who did and did not develop type 2 diabetes.
Of the 7086 study participants, 471 developed type 2 diabetes. Low birth size was associated with the later development of type 2 diabetes. By age 7, the average height and weight of persons who later developed diabetes were about the same as those of persons who did not develop diabetes. The rate of growth between ages 7 and 15 years was accelerated, however, in persons who later developed type 2 diabetes compared with the growth rate in persons who did not later develop diabetes.
This study relied on the information available in birth, school health, and insurance records. It is possible that factors other than birth size and childhood growth might be even stronger predictors of late-onset diabetes, but the researchers did not have information about those factors.
The findings of this study support possibility that type 2 diabetes is somehow "programmed" in response to low growth during fetal development followed by accelerated growth later on in childhood.
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The 42.5 million Generation X adults are renters, not homebuyers. They make up the age group of 25 to 34 years old, with 43.9 million following them in the 15 to 24 group. If they all bought homes at the rates the baby boomers did, 1.3 million more homes would be needed between 2014 and 2034.
But between 2004 and 2012, there was a young adult homeownership reversal of nearly 3 million. Renters increased by 1.5 million; owners decreased by 1.3 million.
Some of the reasons why Gen Xers are not buying homes are that:
- they are not forming independent households--from 2006 to 2011, the number living with parents grew from 4.7 million to 7.5 million.
- they are not getting married--the marriage rate is the lowest in 100 years.
- they are not having children, with record low birth rates at half that of the baby boomers.
- unemployment rates for that age group are high.
- credit standards are tight.
- they do not have enough savings for down payments.
- they are still carrying student debt so cannot afford homes.
- they are in jobs which will likely require them to move in the near future.
However, the outlook for this group is improving:
- Economic recovery out of the Great Recession will have the greatest effect with more full-time jobs. With greater income, then Gen Xers can pay off debts, save for home down payments and afford to marry and have families.
- With more stable jobs, career advancement will not require as much relocating.
- Credit standards will probably become more reasonable in line with those of the 1990s depending on the federal government role in mortgages.
- Unemployment rates, which were almost one point higher for the Gen Xers, have fallen to the same as for the general population. For every one percent change in the unemployment rate, the rate of those living at home with parents changes by a half percent.
According to Dr. David Crowe, a Chief Economist with the National Association of Homebuilders, "a revival in typical household formations is expected." Watch the video on how to attract these clients.


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R&B singer Mýa recently released her second EP this year, "Sweet XVI," commemorating the 16th anniversary of the release of her eponymous album.
"Sweet XVI" follows the Valentine's Day release of the sultry "With Love" EP, and is a sexy blend of dance tracks ("Cherry Lips"), synth-heavy, R&B/pop tracks ("Same Page," "Right Now"), bass-driven, enticing numbers ("M-O-N-E-Y" ), and empowering, sing-a-long tracks that showcase the singer's vocal skills ("Unbreakable," "Super Woman").
Mýa Harrison is a Grammy Award- winning, singer-songwriter, dancer, actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She was signed to Interscope Records at the age of 16, and her debut album, "Mýa," went platinum. After that incredible start, the now 34-year old has released a total of eight albums, appeared on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars," founded her own record label, Planet 9, and has been featured in over a dozen movies and television shows.
In an exclusive interview, I talked to Mýa about her fans, non-profit foundation, relationships, and when we can expect a full-length album.
BROWNIE MARIE: "Sweet XVI" was released on April 21, I know there were a lot of pre-orders as well, what has the response been so far?
MÝA: The response to "Sweet XVI" has been incredible. It's a fan compilation so, as requested, after the "With Love" release, I'm giving them something more uptempo. I think they're used to me dancing. So, I turned it up a little bit for the springtime. It's been quite receptive, and there are a couple of favorites.
What are some fan favorites?
The fan favorite right now is "Same Page" and the other one is "M-O-N-E-Y." Everything else has been kind of mixed, but those are the two top favorites based on just Twitter so far.
I took a listen and I really like "Super Woman." That's my favorite.
That's my favorite! (Laughs)
"Super Woman" kind of reminded me of the song "Like a Woman" from the "With Love" EP—that theme of being "more than a pretty face," and being loved and appreciated more than just for physical or superficial reasons. That seems to be a recurring theme... is that a recurring issue in your personal relationships?
"Like a Woman" addresses a personal side of me... making sure that any man that approaches me personally and would like to entertain any type of partnership understands that there are certain approaches that will project whether or not you respect a woman, or look at her like a physical object. So if you're interested in getting to know me, then we need to grow up and mature a little bit, and understand that I'm a person, I'm a soul.
For a lot of guys, and for a lot of younger guys I'm going to say... sometimes they have a one-track mind. You've got to set the record straight as an individual, a human, or a female. And guys must feel the same too, if they're interested in getting to know somebody or have someone know them beyond surface. So that was a personal situation. And I think everyone deals with those issues because temptation is crazy out here! (Laughs)
In the process of wanting to be accepted and loved, we need to preserve ourselves and start the right way, and refrain from focusing on these things that will deteriorate over time.
In "Super Woman," I address it on a more business level of how people might approach me or comments that might have been made before. There's more than what you see here.... come and get to know me... this is how I get down, this is what I do. I'm about my business. I run my own business; I run my own ship.
It's an inspirational message for women because I know that, on many occasions, we are objectified or underestimated. There are mothers out here holding it down... two parents in the home, one parent in the home... it is a job. There are women in school right now... there are all kinds of women in the world doing incredible things, and they should be acknowledged and given credit. So ["Super Woman"] is a ladies' anthem on the deeper side of things that addresses the outside world as it pertains to classifying or defining who an individual is based off of one thing. We're so many things as individuals.
Are you still involved with [Washington D.C. youth education organization] The Mýa Arts & Tech Foundation?
Right now we're entertaining some re-staffing as well as acquiring more board members to make sure we expand the program. We're in that process right now. Obviously funding has been cut from a lot of schools regarding art, so that gets a little difficult. Now all of the weight will fall on Mýa to make sure that this summer program happens financially. So right now we're on hold, but we are working on other things and resources to help us keep this operative and expand it every year.
I know you have a huge fan base in Japan; you get lots of love out there. How were you able to build that fan base?
That's so strange how it happened. Japan is always very receptive to the United States, and when I went over there for the first time, I realized that they follow urban culture as well as the culture in the Caribbean. Dancehall is huge for the club scene in Japan, as well as reggae too, but mostly dancehall, and I was surprised to learn that.
I had my fourth album ["Liberation"] leaked out there by accident... it came out prematurely. It leaked everywhere else in 2007 because it was not pulled back from the Japan territory. From that opportunity there was a label that actually liked the album at the time, and asked me if I'd like to do business with their label for a one territory release. That was in 2008. So I said 'Sure! I'll try being an independent artist.' We started putting out product, just in Japan, and from those experiences I learned how to become an executive producer on a couple of projects as a label myself, and also logistics on the business side.
You released "With Love" back in February, and you just released "Sweet XVI." Do you still plan to drop a new album later this year?
I'm working on the ninth studio album, but to hold fans over with these appetizers I'm going to combine both EP's as part of a physical CD, because they do want that. And, obviously, on all tour stops I'll sell the CD as merchandise. It will also be available for worldwide shipping—as the "K.I.S.S." album is and "Beauty & the Streets" project—on MyaMya.com inside of the Music Shop. I'll have some new songs on there as well, so it will be 12-14 songs on there, maximum. But it will be a physical CD, and the full versions of these songs will appear on this eighth studio album, while I'm working on the ninth.
What would you like to say to your fans?
I would love to say thank you all so much for being my motivation and inspiration, and keeping me going, as well as riding with me for the last 16 years. I appreciate the love and support. Continued blessings, and let's continue to do this together.
@MissMya on Twitter, @KissMya on Instagram, and MyaMya.com is my website.


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Let $$f(x)=\begin{cases} \frac{a\log x}{5(x-1)}&;x>1\\ \\ -\frac{bx^2}5+x&;x\leq 1. \end{cases}$$
I would like to find $a$ and $b$, so that the function will be continuous and have a derivative at 1.
Lets say that $f_{R}(x) = \frac{a\log(x)}{5(x-1)}$ and $f_{L}(x) = -\frac{bx^2}5+x$.
The first thing I did was to find the limit of $f_{R} = \frac{a}{5}$ and $f_{L}=\frac{5-b}{5}$. The function will be continuous, if these two limits will be equal.
How would I proceed and how would I find a and b so that it would fit the criteria at the beginning of this post?


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Peacock Lane Brochure Cover, courtesy of Violet Craft (violetcraft)
Let's take a walk down Peacock Lane with sewist, designer, and all-around awesome person Violet Craft. (With a last name like that, she must be talented, right?) We were introduced to Violet's debut fabric line with Michael Miller Fabrics, Peacock Lane, at Spring Quilt Market in Salt Lake City. Now that the line is released and widely available, we thought it was time to visit Peacock Lane and, naturally, we wanted to bring our readers along.
Photo courtesy of Rita (Red Pepper Quilts)
Peacock Lane is a robust, gorgeous line that features fun focus prints alongside smaller florals that are already becoming a basic staple in many modern quilters' stashes. As you can see, the colors represent a vibrant range from golds and greens to a rich rose that is perfectly complemented by touches of charcoal grey. And the unexpected highlights of the prints themselves include a family of regal elephants and, of course, some proud peacocks.
Photo by Joan Callaway (wishes, true and kind)
Like what you see? Well, here's a hot tip: the Fat Quarter Shop is running a special on Peacock Lane through Monday, 10/17, at midnight CST. The entire line is 50% off! Yes, you read that right — 50%!! Just visit the Fat Quarter Shop on Twitter for the special code: http://twitter.com/fatquartershop
Photo by Joan Callaway (wishes, true and kind)
And Violet was kind enough to design the latest addition to our designer masthead series. Take a look at our fabulous new Peacock Lane-inspired blog header. If you're reading this post via a reader, be sure to click through and take a look!
Photo by Jennifer (sunnyauh)
Now, join us on our stroll down Peacock Lane …
Here's a simple but effective quilt that Violet herself made as a gift for her friends' adopted child, which also showcases the line nicely:
Peacock Lane Brochure Cover, courtesy of Violet Craft (violetcraft)
Some stylish and cozy jammie pants:
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A spectacular spin on a dresden plate quilt by Mary:
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A sassy bubble skirt by Shelly Figueroa of Patterns by Figgy's:
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Mixed with complementary prints in a bowtie quilt by our very own Katy:
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Peaks and Troughs, a mini quilt by Rita of Red Pepper Quilts based on a pattern by Sarah Fielke as seen in her book, Quilting: From Little Things:
Photo courtesy of Rita (Red Pepper Quilts)
Another patchwork quilt by Rita. I love how its simplicity really shows off the line:
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And finally, a zippy little zipper pouch by Amanda:
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We hope you enjoyed our visit to Peacock Lane, and leave with an abundance of inspiration!


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Tell Us Your M Fantasy
It was M Fantasy Night down at the Hostile Grape last night (wine deals, buy one, get one free specialty martinis and $5 all-you-can-eat appetizers in case you were wondering!) and it got us wondering what your M Fantasy might be. Post a comment on our blog telling us what your M Fantasy is (inappropriate content will be removed!) by Friday, February 26 at noon PST and the Social Media Team here at M will select the top three fantasies and post them on the M Resort Spa Casino Fan Page on Facebook where you can vote for your favorite. If you're not yet a fan of our page, become a fan so you can vote! The person with the most votes by Friday, March 5 at noon PST will receive a $20 wine card to use at the Hostile Grape.*
So what is your M Fantasy? Perhaps it's a high-roller night to remember, with limo service from the airport, warm handshakes and cold champagne on arrival, cocktails at M Bar, dinner at Veloce, a spectacular run on the casino floor and a night with someone special in a loft suite.
Are you the shooter at the craps table who throws that perfect pair of dice, everyone wins big and the crowd goes crazy? Maybe it's putting everything on that one lucky number at the roulette table and watching that ball drop right where it's supposed to. Flopping a royal flush? Hitting that mega-jackpot on a progressive?
Would you like to get up in front of a live audience in the Studio B kitchen like Chef Tini Martini, with the bright lights and cameras focused on you? Showing off your culinary prowess and sharing the fantastic recipes you've been sharing with family and friends for years?
Maybe your M Fantasy is something as simple as dining on a perfectly prepared steak at Terzetto, paired with that cabernet from the Russian River Valley you've always wanted to try while sitting out on the terrace - a desert breeze on your face while watching the poolside frolickers.
Remember we're in Vegas, a place where fantasies can become realities.
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NEW YORK - The pacesetters of pop culture rarely emerge from the Department of Defense, where the search for weapons of mass destruction outstrips the hunt for the next mood ring.
But when it came to Iraq's "Most Wanted" playing cards, the military wonks were way ahead of the pack.
Since the now-famous cards were handed out to troops last year, political lampoonists have anted up with decks of their own. Targets include the Bush administration, the California recall election and white-collar crime scandals.
"Whether you wrap yourself in a flag or use a deck of cards to sell a war ... it leaves a lot of material for people like us to make fun of," said New York-based Zach Levy, co-creator of a deck known as "Bush Cards."
In many ways, the decks function as souvenirs of contemporary events, and just as quickly become relics of yesterday's news.
Into that category might fall the "Total Recall" deck, which features 52 of the candidates who ran for governor in California last fall, and the Howard Dean deck, which details his political rise.
"Anything above the fold (on a newspaper's front page) for more than 10 days that is of a political and controversial nature has obvious potential as a deck of cards," said Michael Dalton Johnson, of Vista, Calif., who sells "Total Recall" and "Axis of Weasels" decks on his Web site.
Although they did not foresee the ensuing phenomenon, a spokesman for the Defense Intelligence Agency said they are not surprised.
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A new year means changes, resolutions, and new ideas.
For many others it means a new smartphone. Millions and millions of mobile phone users now call themselves "Android users" so that means choices galore when it comes to picking out a new phone.
We now keep these phones for about two years, so it's important we not only find a smartphone we like, but also one that is durable and will protect our data.
Kyocera smartphones.
In part 1 of my look at Kyocera smartphones I took a look at the Kyocera Torque and the Hydro Elite. Two great phones. Well, we will keep going today with two more Kyocera offerings- the Kyocera Hydro Edge and the Kyocera Hydro XTRM
Kyocera Hydro Edge
The Hydro Edge might be my favorite of the Kyocera line.
Not only because it is available for Sprint and Boost Mobile users, but also because it is laden with features that come in handy.
The Hydro Edge feels good in your hand and it will become your trusty companion as you navigate life.
The Android phone with a 4" impact test screen offers Dragontail glass. Manufactured by Asahi, Dragontail glass is light, thin, and highly scrath-resistant.
For a guy that frequently keeps his phone in the same pocket as his keys, I need that protection.
Yes, the Hydro Edge is also dust and waterproof, but this smartphone is a performer.
It's quick, its slick looks don't draw too much attentions and the 5-megapixel camera for still and the HD video camcorder are more than adequate for a smartphone of this price.
For Boost Mobile customers this a great smartphone for a no contract customer.
With the Smart Sonic receiver you hear every little chirp and sound you need to hear on an important call, including the voice on the other end of the line.
This phone has it all for a device at this price level- and it is good for the environment. It's certified by the independent UL Environment, and is made mainly of materials that are safe for our environment.
Sprint and Boost Mobile customers should consider the Kyocera Hydro Edge.
Kyocera Hydro XTRM
XTRM must be short for "extreme" because it is dust, shock and waterproof.
Dust and waterproof to 1 meter and shock proof in that test have proved it can survive 26 drops from a height of four feet. It does meet the Military Standard 810G for shock.
The Hydro XTRM is designated for U.S. Cellular and Metro PCS customers demanding a phone that can handle the elements.
What you get is a 4-inch impact-resistant display, 4G LTE support, and a 2,000mAh battery along with a decent 5-megapixel camera.
All is an easy to set up and easy to use Android smartphone that won't break the bank.
Again, this could be a good smartphone for your teenager, or a good first smartphone for a child who is rough on whatever they will hold in their hands.
Battery life is good and for a phone that can withstand extreme conditions, it's pretty snappy.
A phone to consider when looking for a durable smartphone.


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I'm so high, I forgot to grow up, get married, & have kids.
I win.
Thanks to Twitter I found out where all the beautiful, smart, sexy awesome girls live.
And its a place called, No where fucking near me.
If you ever see me in a snuggie, theres a 100% chance that im jerking off under it
I just microwaved the same cup of coffee 5 times..Because, You know.....Twitter
Any man who ever rapes, or even speaks of raping a girl, should be fucked in his ass with a horse dick for the rest of eternity
The End.
Every time a baby is born, Some1 else dies, SOoooo, Guns don't kill people, babies kill people....Babies are assholes
I hate waking up with that feeling. You know, the one where you wake up and can't decide if you want to go to work or commit suicide
I'm at the gym. And by gym I mean lying in bed smoking weed
I want a girl who only gets mad at me if I don't watch porn with her.
You say you're broken? I say you're perfect.
Some asshole put tequila in my coffee and that asshole was me
Fact: Every woman on twitter is a great fuck.....Because they're crazy and crazy women are the bests fucks..We all know that
Who needs a fish in the sea when there's a million whores in the Internet
Pretty sure there's a 3 year old Mexican kid driving next to me with his wife and six kids
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What You Need To Learn About Filing Personal Bankrupcy
Living with bankruptcy can be very difficult. When you are dealing with financial stress, you come to the realization there aren't many options. Even if you have poor credit, there's still lots one can do to obtain a loan, but you need to keep reading to learn how.
Realize that bankruptcy, ultimately, might be better for your credit than continuing to make late payments or miss payments on your debt. Bankruptcy can be seen on your credit history for 10 years, but you can begin repairing the damage immediately. A major benefit of the bankruptcy process is the ability to essentially start over.
You should be able to meet with a specialized lawyer for free to ask your questions. Most attorneys offer free initial consultations, and you should take advantage of the chance to interview multiple practitioners. Make a decision when all your concerns and questions have been addressed well by one lawyer in particular. You do not need to make a decision immediately after the consult. You could even go to different lawyers for advice.
Some consumers filing for personal bankruptcy think they will struggle to get financing afterwards. Although your financial future is not in the best situation possible after you file, it is still possible to build your credit score back up. From here on out you have to be truly responsible and pay all of your bills on time.
Make sure you do thorough research prior to filing for bankruptcy. Take stock of your debts, and make sure that they can be wiped out by declaring bankruptcy. Some debts, including credit card expenditures on luxury or unnecessary items may be ineligible for discharge if made during the 90 days prior to the bankruptcy filing. Have a look at what laws are applicable within your state.
Try getting another job. Rather than going the bankruptcy route, discuss the situation with your debtors and explain to them everything you are doing to increase your income. If they are agreeable, bankruptcy can be avoided.
If you cannot make your payments, bankruptcy will stop collectors from calling you while your case is pending. There is no doubt that carrying a huge debt load takes an emotional toll. Sometimes bankruptcy can be a way for you to preserve your mind until you figure something out.
During the bankruptcy process, you will probably speak to your creditors on more than one occasion. Always ensure you are getting agreements in writing if you make a deal with your creditors. Any flexibility with creditors can affect the process of bankruptcy, as long as it is recorded.
While you should trust your lawyer, you should not leave all the details to your lawyer's discretion. Regardless of you lawyer's experience, learn everything you can about the proceedings. It might feel nice to leave everything to your attorney in the short run, but doing so could have long-term financial consequences.
The best way to stay away from bankruptcy is to be prompt when paying anything you owe, and don't let debt spiral out of control by paying only the minimum each month. A lot of people only make the smallest payments possible, thinking that it's the most comfortable way, but it can put them in danger of getting into debt quickly.
If keeping your vehicle is of great concern, ask your lawyer if you can secure a payment modification. A lot of the time you can lower payments by filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. You need to have bought your car 910 days before you file, have a loan with high interest and you're also going to need a good work history.
Even when filing for bankruptcy you should now be aware that this should not put a damper on your life. If you don't spend frivolously and repay lenders faithfully, lenders will be more willing to lend to you in the future. Begin saving today, and you'll surely notice the difference in others' perception of you when you apply for an important loan such as a home or car loan.


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OPTCO, which is an importer specializing in certified organic coffees, is very involved with projects directly in the growing countries. When it comes to the certification process, people in the industry as well as consumers, are struggling to understand the complicated issues surrounding it. The internet offers Garth Smith a creative opportunity to enhance understanding of the organic method and the challenges which must be overcome to produce a quality organic coffee. On his Web site, he takes you on a journey to Peru on a mule named Mr. Horsey. He offers photographs of his travels and of his fellow workers, and is able to address the opportunities as well as the perils of working in Peru.
Emphasizing marketing from country of origin, Café Britt completes the entire cycle of growing, processing, exporting, importing and selling directly to your door via their Web site. By clicking on www.cafebritt.com, consumers can order a box of three bags of whole bean coffee directly from the farm - talk about marketing potential. That's as easy as picking oranges off the tree in your backyard. The problem is, however, the site is not currently secured. Having placed an order, I did not want to give my MasterCard number on a non-secure site, so I opted to call the 800 number, which goes directly to Café Britt in Costa Rica. After placing the order, I received my package via DHL within a week. This kind of B2C marketing clearly differentiates Café Britt and enhances their brand.
Café Britt also operates a wholesale sales office in the Boston area. When questioning Gevry Becker, director of U.S. sales & marketing, about the unsecured site, she informed me that their Web site is undergoing a transformation to include a secure transaction. "We've hired a team of Internet experts in Costa Rica who are in the process of redesigning and developing our Web site to include secure credit card transactions," she reports. "Our goal in this transformation is to provide an education about our coffees that includes growing, roasting, and brewing. We will have information on the harvest cycle so that people can click onto the information at each stage of harvesting and become familiar with the process-taking place at that time. We want to emphasize that our Web site is the place to order direct from the farm. With our new Web site, we will offer specials on different products every month," she said.
No matter which side of the business you represent, staying current on e-commerce issues and solutions are a must. For daily updates, there are many FREE e-mail newsletters. For starters, you can subscribe to www.ecommercetimes.com and www.bizreport.com. For good information on getting started in e-commerce, check out the book, "Customers.Com: How to Create a Profitable Business Strategy for the Internet and Beyond," by Patricia B. Seybold, which can be purchased on the Web, of course, at www.amazon.com.
No matter what your business size is, whether you have had a working Web site for several years or are just starting, e-business will eventually be the primary way that buyers and sellers will communicate with each other. One thing is certain, the Internet provides a tool in which the coffee and tea industry can better serve their customers and prospects.
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Gables Retreat is a 4-star, Luxury, Tudor-style country home set on 5.5 acres of bushland at Wentworth Falls.
Located only a few minutes drive from the attractions of Wentworth Falls, Leura and Katoomba, Gables Retreat is your ideal Blue Mountains getaway.
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Games – Grade 11 engagement
As is stated in the Game Development: Truly a "Collaborative Learning" Experience section: "teaching students how to develop games is an excellent strategy. Game development not only teaches programming and programming concepts, it is perfectly aligned to having students work in collaborative teams." Today's students live in a much richer world of computers, electronics and interactivity than any previous generation. "Based on this, today's learning programmers have much higher ambitions and expectations regarding what they want to do and will thus not be satisfied with the earlier generation's approaches to learn programming." (see Teaching Computer Studies using Game Design.) With this in mind, this section exists to show off some of the already existing approaches being taken regarding Game Design as a means to teach programming; make cross-curricular connections; teach critical thinking, top-down design and the design process; develop a deeper understanding of how interdisciplinary connections lead to teamwork and a better final product; and, make career connections.
The majority of this posting offers up some different examples of how current teachers are using the medium of Game Design is being used for lesson delivery. The first two examples are secondary school teachers in Ontario, following the same curriculum, with one example each of ICS3C and ICS3U. The next two examples are at the post secondary level showing that teaching and learning Game Design is a serious area of study in both Computer Science and inter disciplinary fields.
At the bottom of this post, there is a list of every overall expectation for Grade 11 that teaching Game Design can have an impact on. As one can see, it touches the majority of the Ministry has dictated be covered.
While not a panacea for all students or circumstances, there are certainly a great number of benefits to using Game Design in a Computer Studies to help keep students engaged while making real world connections.
What other High School Teachers are doing:
Mr. Yeung: Computer Science, Computer Technology and occasional Math teacher at St. James Catholic High School in Guelph.
Mr. Yeung's ICS3U Culminating Activity
Students are to create a game using the Ready to Program GUI in Java. The concept will require the student to design and plan the layout of the game. Restrictions on the game include the limitations console window in the program, the requirement that it is a turn based game for the user and must include some form of user input via keyboard.
This is a group project that will be completed in class starting when students return from Christmas break. This is a project that can be individual or in pairs.
• Turn based game design
• Requires the use of methods and arrays
• Submit a design proposal prior to implementation
• Multiple forms of input (input char, string, int)
• Random number generator must be used
• Single player vs. Computer or Two player Mode
• An approved proposal due within the first week of class
• A README.TXT file providing an instruction manual for using the program
Project suggestions: Blackjack, Yahtzee
Mr. Payne Teaches: ICS3M1 at Thomas A Blakelock High School Oakville, Ontario.
Educational Game:
"You are required to build an educational game. Your theme can be school education like maths, history, English etc. or out of school education like netball rules, football rules, the road rules, etc. Your game has to be designed to teach someone else (eg. a Year 8 student) something. You decide what that something is."
Another example of a Rich Assessment Task for the ICS3C1 students:
The Space Invaders game using Game Maker. See the following for his Marking Scheme.
What other Post Secondary Teachers are doing:
Steve Engels – Lecturer at UofT – CSC404: Intro to Game Design
Mr. Engels approach:
1. Game Pitch — Jan 26th
o Basic gameplay & secret ingredients (DOTW)
o 5 layers for each aspect of deliverable (Embarrassed –> High Level)
o Written creative brief
o (Critique of other proposals)
2. Design Specifications & Interim Report — Feb 9th
o Mock-ups, storyboards, sketches
o Description of progress on layers of game
o Presentation and/or demo of latest developments
o Written design document
3. Minimum Target — Mar 1st
o In-class prototype demo (first layer minimum)
o Presentation, feedback and final goal setting
4. Alpha Release — Mar 22nd
o In-class demo of completed product
o Short presentation
o Written user manual
5. Play Testing & Final Paper — Apr 2nd and Apr 5th
o Testing & evaluation
o Updates & recommendations
o Final writeup
o Peer evaluation
o Video trailer
The Game Development Process – Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Here is the list of topics covered in this course:
• Introduction
o Industry trends
o Industry shape
o Team Management
o Publisher-Developer relationship
o Game development timeline
o Postmortem
• Game Design
o Game Play
o Design Documentation
o Level Design
• Artistic Content Creation
o Color and Games
o Displays
o 2D and 3D
- Graphics
- Animation
- Image/File Formats
o Audio
- Music
- Sound Effects
• Engineering
o Programming
o Game Architectures
Grade 11 Applicable Curriculum Connections
ICS3C – Introduction to Computer Programming, Grade 11:
A2. Demonstrate the ability to use control structures and simple algorithms in computer programs;
A3. Use proper code maintenance techniques and conventions when creating computer programs.
B1. Use a variety of problem-solving strategies to solve different types of problems;
B2. Design software solutions to meet a variety of challenges, using a set of standards;
B3. Design simple algorithms according to specifications;
B4. Apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project.
C3. Use a software development environment to write and run computer programs.
D3. Explain key aspects of the impact that emerging technologies have on society;
D4. Describe postsecondary education and career prospects related to computer studies.
ICS3U – Introduction to Computer Science, Grade 11:
A4. Use proper code maintenance techniques when creating computer programs.
B1. Use a variety of problem-solving strategies to solve different types of problems independently and as part of a team;
B2. Design software solutions to meet a variety of challenges;
B3. Design algorithms according to specifications;
B4. Apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project.
C1. Demonstrate the ability to apply modular design concepts in computer programs;
C3. Demonstrate an understanding of the software development process.
D2. Demonstrate an understanding of emerging areas of computer science research;
D3. Describe postsecondary education and career prospects related to computer studies.


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James Murphy's 'Well-Balanced' Blue Bottle Espresso Has Dried Cherry Notes
The LCD Soundsystem polymath has just debuted his first coffee-bean blend.
Here's more on James Murphy's Blue Bottle espresso, which coffee-company founder James Freeman described yesterday as a direct extension of Murphy's "deep and abiding love for coffee." The blend, called "House of Good," is "syrupy, well-balanced and thoroughly accessible," with "dried cherry, cocoa, meyer lemon" flavors. It's now being pulled and sold by the pound at Blue Bottle's new Dean Street coffee bar. Murphy began tinkering with the blend more than two years ago. [Pitchfork, Earlier]


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Toyota Fortuner
The internationally acclaimed Fortuner, which offers an unequalled mixture of power and luxury supported By cutting-edge technology, has Been introduced in India recently. Available with 5 speed manual transmission, the Fortuner not only offers unshakeable durability with high ground clearance, long wheelbase, full-time 4Wd and excellent drivability on all terrains, But is also loaded with comfort features like Climate Control AC, Optitron meter, Multi-information display, steering control switches, Space-up type 3rd row seats and leather interiors. This gargantuan of a car is very competitively priced at Rs 18.45 lakhs.
Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi Outlander, the compact crossover SUV, symbolizes the marque's approach towards the industry-wide trend for retaining the all-season and off-road abilities coupled with a high ground clearance and four-wheel drive, still offering car-like levels of emissions, economy and size. Under the hood of the Outlander is the 3.0-litre V6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Sports Mode sequential style shift change and INVECS Smart logic. The stunner Bears a price tag of Rs 20.20 lakh in India.
Chevrolet Captiva
GM forayed into the SUV segment with the Chevrolet Captiva, a sturdy and elegant monster with Bold look. The Captiva truly captivates your eyes with its elegant exterior and a roomy interior with a commanding driving position. Powered By 2.0-litre inline-4 turbocharged diesel engine with VCdi fuel injection technology, the car can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.7 seconds. The Chevrolet Captiva lT costs Rs 1,746,241.00 and lTZ, Rs 1,917,563.00.
Audi Q7
A new Breed of SUV, the Audi Q7 continues to set new standards in the segment. It cleverly combines sportiness and versatility, urbane technology and the luxury of a premium-class vehicle. Enhancements for 2008 will make an already gorgeous SUV even more popular. The Q7 Brings the new design language of the Audi Brand to the premium SUV segment. The Audi Q7 is available with a 4.2-liter V8 FSI engine or 3.6-liter V6 FSI engine. Both power plants work with performance-enhancing, efficient, direct-injection technologies. Prices range from Rs. 52,00,000 to Rs. 73,01,771.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
The Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV range has always Been loved By the customers for its style and handling as well as its off-road capabilities. The new Grand Vitara 2.4 answers the customer's need for more power, as it comes reloaded with a 2.4 liter VVT engine that delivers a maximum power of 163.5 bhp. It is also packed with many new features that add style and a Bold look. The stylish new front grille and front Bumper gives the Grand Vitara a sleeker look while the 17 inch alloy wheels add dynamism. It is priced at Rs.16.67 lakh for manual transmission and Rs.17.97 lakh for auto transmission.
Honda CR-V
The Hunky Honda CR-V is synonymous with SUV practicality. But reflecting growing customer demand for quality and premium products in the compact SUV market, the CR-V comes with more car-like driving dynamics and styling, greater comfort and a more luxurious interior. The Honda CR-V is available in 2.0 l – MT 2Wd (Rs. 21,92,000) and 2.4l MT (Rs. 23,37,000)/AT Real-time 4Wd (Rs. 24,12,000). Passenger safety has Been further Boosted as the 2009 CR-V comes equipped with six airbags – dual SRS Airbags, Side-Curtain airbags and Side Airbags with Occupant Position detection System (OPdS).
Ford Endeavour
The all-new 2009 Ford Endeavour adds contemporary design coupled with technology touches to its proven SUV capability. The all-new 3.0l 5-speed automatic transmission has Been introduced in India with shift-on-the-fly 4-wheel drive, touch-enabled SATNAV system with reverse parking camera. The new Ford Endeavour pioneers a suite of new design elements, led By a new-look front design with a classy multi-Bar chrome grille and chrome-accented lower grille combined with sleek, wraparound headlamps to create a distinctive signature style. The new Endeavour is priced aggressively, at Rs. 17, 99, 000 for the 3.0l 4X4 automatic transmission and Rs. 15, 99, 000 for the 2.5l 4X2 manual transmission variant.
Hyundai Tucson
In a marketplace demanding Better fuel economy, the 2009 Tucson delivers. The fuel economy on Tucson GlS automatic equipped with the 2.0-liter dOHC "Beta" in-line four-cylinder engine has Been improved By 5 percent in the city. Hyundai's approach to combining state-of-the-art safety and affordability is clearly evident in the Tucson. Tucson is loaded with life-saving standard safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), six airbags and active front head restraints. Tucson's five-passenger interior is a handsome Blend of thoughtful features and utility. Tucson is priced at Rs 15 lakh.
Mahindra Scorpio
With the Scorpio, Mahindra joined a handful of other Indian companies which have designed and produced world class vehicles on their own. The Scorpio is India's first indigenous SUV to Be successfully accepted in international markets across the globe. The iconic Scorpio now has more sting. In its latest avatar in 2009, 'the new mighty muscular Scorpio' with a fresh new look that enhances its sporty and adventurous image, has taken the market By storm. Prices range from 7.2 lakh to 9.99 lakh for the VlX Automatic BS3 variant.
Tata Safari Dicor
TheTata Safari is one of the first SUVs which were introduced in India long Before the imported vehicles came to the country. The new Safari dicor is fitted with the new generation 2.2 l dicor (direct injection common rail) engine that is operated By a 32-Bit electronic control unit and incorporates state-of-the-art technology. While lowering emission and fuel consumption By a few notches, the new engine delivers an incredible peak power of 138 bhp. Price starts from Rs. 7.59 lakh.


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Mar 26, 2014 9:15 AM
Can you handle all of this? This romper ($133) is not just a romper (a concept by itself which, we realize, strikes fear into the hearts of many women for good reason); it's a romper that masquerades as a tee and a skirt. The skirt is also not what it seems. It's a skort. So what you're looking at here is a skort romper. Why did we not just Doubtblush this? We love the look - the crisp white tee and the floral patterned "mini skirt" - we're just not sure we can handle the mechanics. What say you?
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Record: 10-4-0, Finished 1st in AFL East Division
AFL Season Summary
1960 AFL Champions
Scored 379 points (27.1/g), 2nd of 8 in the AFL.
Allowed 285 points (20.4/g), 2nd.
Differential of 94 points (6.7/g), 2nd.
Expected W-L: 9.3-4.7.
Takeaway/Giveaway Differential +6 (0.4/g), 2nd.
Simple Rating System: Total 5.9, Offense: 2.4, Defense: 3.5, SoS: -0.8, versus averages of 0.0.
Coached by
Lou Rymkus
Training Camp: University of Houston (Houston, Texas)
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The Gathr film series giveaways continue this week, with Summer in February, playing Tuesday, January 7th, at 7:30pm at the Maple Theater (Bloomfield Hills, MI). Gathr is in the process of limiting their Detroit-area films to two per month instead of four, so make sure you get in on this contest to have a chance at winning tickets.
Film synopsis:
A sweeping romance set at a bohemian artist colony on the picturesque coasts of pre-war England, Summer In February is based on the true story of painter sir Alfred Munnings (Dominic Cooper, Mamma Mia!) And his blue-blood best friend Gilbert (Dan Stevens, "Downton Abbey"). Born into a working-class family, Munnings rises to become one of the premiere British artists of his time, winning the affection of aristocratic beauty Florence Carter-Wood (Emily Browning, Sleeping Beauty). But when Gilbert falls for Florence as well, a love triangle emerges with tragic consequences.
Enter the contest on the Rafflecopter over at my film blog. Contest ends this Sunday, January 5th, at 11:59pm EST, and winners will be notified January 6th, and have 24 hours to respond, or alternate winner(s) will be chosen. Tickets are in PDF form and will be emailed to winners, who may print two tickets each (one for you + one for a guest).
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You can also submit your PINK Nation pics via Tumbler. No purchase is necessary to enter. Ten more PINK fans will score a $100 PINK gift card. Winners will be announced in September. What a great opportunity to ramp up your campus and dorm looks for fall!
It's easy to fall in love with Victoria's Secret PINK collection, especially with the new leopard lace push-up bra with the smoothest lace ever seen, even under tees. Pair it with Victoria's Secret PINK wild pairs, panties to match the leopard lace push-up and more, specially priced at five for $26.50.
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Jul 3, 2013 8:00 AM
While we appreciate it when restaurants provide kiddos with activity mats and tubs of broken crayons, we inwardly cringe every time we see them being handed over. Ack, the germs! The wasted paper! But when we spied a savvy mama handing her tot a Kidz Box Placemat ($26), we said a silent hurrah. The BPA-free silicone mats sport gorgeous illustrations ready for coloring (with the six included non-toxic dry erase markers). They're reusable, easily cleaned, and completely recyclable. And of course, they make the wait between ordering and eating a time of activity-filled calm.
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GCAA Preseason Top 25
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The back-to-back national champion Alabama men's golf team finds itself in familiar territory, checking in at No. 1 in the nation according to the Golf Coaches Association of America preseason top-25 poll, which was released Thursday afternoon.
The Crimson Tide, which received 12 out of a possible 20 first-place votes, is tied atop the poll with last year's NCAA runners-up Oklahoma State, with both teams receiving 516 points. Georgia Tech checks in at No. 3 with 452 points, while Texas (422 points) and Georgia (371 points) round out the top five.
The Tide returns two starters from last season's national championship team - sophomore Robby Shelton and junior Tom Lovelady.
Shelton is coming off an outstanding rookie season in which he was selected as the Phil Mickelson Award winner as the National Freshman of the Year and was also named the SEC's Player and Freshman of the Year. A native of Wilmer, Ala., Shelton started all 12 events for the Tide and boasted a team and SEC-low 70.14 scoring average - the lowest per round average in Alabama program history.
Lovelady also enjoyed a stellar 2013-14 season during which he started 10 of the team's 12 events and finished with a 72.27 per round average. The Birmingham, Ala., native closed the season ranked No. 68 in the final Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index.
Overall, the Southeastern Conference has eight teams ranked in the preseason poll. Following Alabama and Georgia is LSU at No. 9 and South Carolina at No. 12, giving the league four teams ranked among the top 15. Vanderbilt checks in at No. 16, followed by No. 19 Texas A&M, No. 20 Auburn and No. 21 Arkansas.
The 2014-15 season starts with the Carpet Capital Collegiate, an event the Tide has won three times, on Sept. 5-7 at The Farm Golf Club in Dalton, Ga.
Get all the latest information on the team by following @AlabamaMGolf, on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. General athletic news can also be found at UA_Athletics on Twitter and Instagram and AlabamaAthletics on Facebook.


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Magic In The Moonlight: Rated "PG-13" (1 hours, 29 minutes)
Starring: Emma Stone, Colin Firth, Marcia Gay Harden, Antonia Clarke, Natasha Andrews
Directed by: Woody Allen
Set in the 1920s on the opulent Riviera in the south of France, this light, romantic comedy is about a master magician, and mystic debunker, Stanley Crawford (Firth) who appears on stage as Chinese conjuror Wei Ling Soo a celebrated magician who is tapped by his oldest friend and fellow magician, Howard Burkan (Simon McBurney), to help try and expose a psychic medium Sophie Baker (Stone) as a fake. On stage, Wei Ling Soo is something of a marvel, packing theaters and wowing audiences with his amazing feats of brilliance, offstage, Stanley is something of a grouchy, arrogant Englishman with an inflated opinion of himself, an aversion to phony spiritualists' claims of real magic, and a complete distain of spirituality entirely.
Persuaded by his life-long friend, to assist in the debunking of Baker, Stanley travels to the Côte d'Azur mansion of the Catledge family where mother Grace (Jacki Weaver), son Brice (Hamish Linklater), and daughter Caroline (Erica Leerhsen) are in danger of being duped into bankrolling Baker's bogus psychic institute. Stanley presents himself as a businessman in order to debunk the alluring young clairvoyant who is staying there with her mother (Harden). Sophie arrived at the Catledge villa at the invitation of Grace, who is convinced that Sophie can help her contact her late husband, and once there, attracted the attention of Brice, who has fallen completely in love with her.
Needless to say, from his initial meeting with Sophie, Stanley dismisses her as an insignificant pip-squeak whom he can unmask in no time, all the time scoffing at the Catledge family's astounding gullibility. However, much to his utter surprise and enormous discomfort, not only does Sophie accomplish numerous feats of mind-reading and other supernatural deeds defying all rational explanation, Stanley begins to become enraptured by the lovely young lass. Before long, Stanley confesses to his beloved Aunt Vanessa (Eileen Atkins) that he has begun to wonder whether Sophie's powers could actually be real. If they were to be true, Stanley realizes that anything might be possible, even good, and his entire belief system would come crashing down.
As with most of the recent Woody Allen's films, what occurs onscreen are a series of lighthearted, magical moments that are wrapped up in the melodic music of the era all of which creates a truly magical atmosphere even as the lighthearted tale is woven across the cinematic backdrop of the French Riviera. The story itself is full of great dialogue, insightful observations and wonky twists and turns that make it a veritable delight to unfold onscreen. Well worth taking in for those of us long-time Allen fans.
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According to Facebook: Greenville County Pet Rescue, this beauty has run out of time at the high-kill upstate shelter. This means the shelter may kill at any time. More information can be found on this Facebook thread.
Meet Bender, who is listed as a retriever mix. He appears to have either a bit of boxer or pit in him as well. This big guy is friendly around people as well a other dogs. All he needs now is a forever home.
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Alcoa Kicks Of Q3 Earnings Season. Alcoa (AA) kicked off the Q3 earnings season yesterday after the market close and reported EPS that beat estimates. The company posted adjusted earnings of $0.03 beating estimates by +$0.03 and down from $0.15 a year ago. Revenues came in at $5.83 billion beating estimates but down 9% from a year ago. Additionally, Alcoa cut its 2012 global aluminum demand forecast to 6% from 7%.Pre-market: 9.05 -0.08 (-0.88%)
True Religion (TRLG): KeyBanc Capital Markets raised their rating from Underweight to Hold. Pre-market: 26.10 +5.09 (24.23%)
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Qualcomm (QCOM): BNP Paribas raised their rating from Neutral to Outperform. Pre-market: 60.43 +0.04 (0.07%)
Qualcomm (QCOM): DA Davidson lowered their rating from Buy to Hold and lowered their target price from $70.00 to $65.00. Pre-market: 60.43 +0.04 (0.07%)
Diamond Offshore (DO): FBR Capital lowered their rating from Outperform to Market Perform.
Home Depot (HD): Oppenheimer lowered their rating from Outperform to Perform. Pre-market: 60.40 -0.55 (-0.90%)
Viacom (VIAB): Bernstein lowered their rating from Market Perform to Underperform. Pre-market: 55.26 -0.96 (-1.71%)
CarMAx (KMX): Stephens lowered their rating from Overweight to Equal Weight and placed a target price of $33.00 on the company. Pre-market: 31.25 -0.37 (-1.17%)
Owens Corning (OC): JPMorgan lowered their rating from Overweight to Neutral and lowered their target price from $38.00 to $31.50.
Tyco International (TYC): Credit Suisse lowered their rating from Outperform to Neutral and placed a target price of $30.00 on the company.
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Yum! Brands (YUM): Reported EPS of $0.99 beating estimates by +$0.02. Pre-market: 69.20 +3.16 (4.78%)
Costco (COST): Reported EPS of $1.39 beating estimates by +$0.08. Pre-market: 102.60 +2.96 (2.97%)
Helen of Troy (HELE): Reported EPS of $0.72 missing estimates by -$0.14. Pre-market: 29.40 -2.55 (-7.98%)
Progressive (PGR): Reported EPS of $0.46 beating estimates by +$0.12. Pre-market: 21.76 +0.06 (0.28%)
Futures at 7:00: Dow -0.28%. S&P -0.03%. Nasdaq +0.16%. Crude +0.02% to $92.42. Gold +0.20% to $1768.50.
Europe: London -0.48%. Paris -0.27%. Frankfurt -0.20%.
Asia: Japan -1.98%. Hong Kong -0.08%. China +0.22%. India -0.86%.


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Unable to bury the hatchet on Iran, the White House objected vehemently to Iran's recent appointment of 46-year-old Deputy Foreign Minister Hamid Aboutalebi to U.N. ambassador because of his alleged past involvement with the 1979 Iran Hostage Crisis. U.S. officials insist that Aboutalebi was part of the hijacking and hostage-taking Nov. 4, 1979 that seized the U.S. embassy in Tehran, holding 52 diplomats and embassy personnel hostage for 444 days. White House officials signaled April 11 that they would not issue Aboutalebi a visa to visit the New York City-based United Nations. Rejecting U.S. requests to withdraw Aboutalebi's name, Iran sees no justification for U.S. actions. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pursuing this issue through anticipated legal channels at the U.N.," said Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, rejecting U.S. efforts to block Iran's appointment.
U.S. objections violated U.N. rules requiring the U.N.'s host country, namely the U.S., to grant visas to diplomatic personnel. Whether or not Aboutalebi participated directly or indirectly with Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomenei's Islamic Revolution or any link to the Iran Hostage Crisis, the U.S. has no basis for making a scene 35 years after-the-fact. "We have no choice to substitute Mr. Aboutalebi," said Iran's semiofficial Mehr new agency. Aboutalebi denied having any direct involvement in either taking or holding U.S. hostages, insisting he only had a peripheral role in "translating and negotiation." While the U.S. raises objections to Aboutalebi now, Iran's Foreign Ministry insists he's received past U.S. visas. Considered one of Iran's top diplomats, Aboutalebi has served missions in Australia, Belgium and Italy and is Tehran's first choice for U.N. ambassador.
Calling U.S. actions "in contravention of international law, the obligation of the host country and the inherent right of sovereign member-states to designate their representatives to the United Nations," Iran's spokesman to the U.N. mission Hamid Babaei, reject U.S. efforts.. Only if the U.S. can determine that Aboutalebi is a threat to national security or a spy can the U.S. object to diplomatic picks. Raising objections now throws a monkey wrench into ongoing nuclear diplomacy, where the U.S., Britain, France, Russia, China and Germany have worked feverishly toward getting concessions on Iran's nuclear program. Making a big deal about of Abouttalebi only hurts the P5+1 efforts to win over Tehran on its nuclear program. Whether or not the Reagan administration rejected past Iranian U.S. diplomats, the White House has too much riding on building new relations with Iran.
Ripping Secretary of State John Kerry for numerous foreign policy blunders, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) itemized April 8 in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Obama's foreign policy failures. Picking a battle with Iran over a 35-year-old dispute goes to the heart of the White House's lack of common sense when it comes to foreign policy. Whether in Libya, Syria, Iran and more recently Ukraine, Obama can't boast of too many foreign policy successes. Raising objections to Iran's U.N. ambassador pick is bound to have more fallout. Dredging up the aborted Iranian hostage rescue April 24-25, 1980 AKA Operation Eagle Claw, has no relevance today other than uncovering festering wounds with Iran. Whatever happened in the past, including the Iran Hostage Crisis, only impedes today's progress on Iran's nuclear program and attempt to reset diplomatic relations.
Threatening to tank P5+1 efforts to avert a possible war with Iran over its nuclear program, blocking Iran's U.N. ambassador makes no sense and probably isn't legal. Whatever happened 35 years ago, Aboutalebi has more than proved himself with successful work in many foreign lands. U.S. officials "can't get no satisfaction" with Iran, only starting from scratch to build new relations. Blocking Aboutalebi from getting a visa only turns back the clock on U.S. relations with Iran. If Kerry and the State Department get low marks for foreign policy with Obama's critics, it's not entirely partisan. With over 150,000 dead in Syria, millions of refugees, there's much criticism to go around. Allowing enemies to cross red lines with impunity, whether or not in Syria, Ukraine or anywhere else, opens the door to more adventurism against U.S. interests around the planet.
Iran's pick for U.N. ambassador neither threatens U.S. national security nor spies for the Persian nation, requiring the U.S. to issue a visa. If there's any shenanigans with Aboutalebi, U.S. authorities can act accordingly. Preventing him from getting a visa turns current efforts to contain Iran's nuclear program on its head. However many Iranian diplomats were rejected in the Reagan administration, it's another time-and-place today to avoid making another mistake. Allowing the P5+1 to get a nuclear disarmament deal with Tehran is all that matters now. Stubbornly insisting on blocking Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's U.N. pick can only boomerang on the U.S. White House officials should pick the right battle at the right time. Blocking Aboutalebi does nothing other than make Washington look petty and vindictive. Issuing the appropriate visa would be a step in the right direction.
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Really smooth. Brewed this one a little lite, only 3 mins for some reaason (Mike's fault). I like this one a lot though. It's not crazy in your face with the flavor but still easily stands on its own. I could see this being drinkable on a frequent basis.
Flavors: Honey
I blame @rickyc for the brew time. I thought it tasted light and he assured me it was a characteristic. He's known around the office for his terrible, terrible lies.
This is the type of green tea I really like. It's got a great mouthfeel and has a lot of complex flavor packed into each sip. It's got a corn-like flavor that I associate with lots of quality green teas. A tiny bit of astringincy in this cup, but still very enjoyable. This is a tea of substance. It has a real thickness to it.
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Terrible color but tastes okay. Pretty standard green tea taste but a little on the light side. Haven't had a powdered green tea that wasn't matcha, so this is a new taste. Didn't have a whisk though, so the bottom is pretty chalky…
Been drinking this every morning as I recover during what's now the 3rd week of the flu/strep. Good flavor and holds up well to long steeps and multiple infusions throughout the day. Helps the throat and settles the tummy. I don't think there is a ton of variation among straight peppermint teas, but this one is solid.
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2008-09 Severin Individual Game by Game Stats
2008-09 (Junior)
Tied for the team-lead with Christina Elliot in blocks with 24.
Her 24 blocks established a new career-high, surpassing her previous total of 11.
Joined Elliott as the only player to start a game that didn't record at least one three-point attempt.
Started a career-high 25 games.
Game by game:
vs. UTA (11/14) - had two blocks and two steals to go with six points in the season opener against the Mavericks.
vs. Sam Houston State (11/28) - went 4-6 from the field for nine points.
at Tulsa (1/18) - had her most efficient shooting performance of the year, going 5-6 including 3-4 from the line for a season-high 13 points.
vs. UAB (2/15) - reeked havoc on the defensive end, tying a career-high with three steals.
vs. East Carolina (3/6) - was a force on the boards, logging a season-high eight boards.
vs. UCF (3/7) - Was dominant down low, swatting away a career-high five shots.
2007-08 Severin Individual Game by Game Stats
Sophomore (2007-08):
Played in all 33 games, starting two.
Averaged 17.1 minutes per game, 4.0 points per game and 2.7 rebounds per game.
Finished third among Mustang regulars with .477 shooting percentage from the floor (52/109 field goals), trailing only All-Conference USA honorees Janielle Dodds and Delisha Wills.
Finished season with 89 rebounds, 25 assists and 16 steals.
Game by Game:
vs. Texas Tech (12/29) - Shot 80 percent (4-of-5) from the floor against Red Raiders, including season-high four free throws...Also had season-high 8 rebounds against Tech.
at UT-San Antonio (1/2) - Scored season-high 16 points in SMU victory...shot .889 (8-of-9 shooting) from the floor against UTSA, tying for the second-highest single-game shooting percentage of any Conference USA player in 2007-08...Tied career-high with eight field goals, matching mark set against UAB in 2006-07.
vs. Memphis (2/14) - Shot a perfect 4-for-4 in the Mustangs'win over the Tigers.
2006-07 Severin Individual Game by Game Stats
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Played in all 30 games, including starts in 22 contests.
Average of 24.8 minutes per game was fourth-highest total on team.
Third on the team in field goal percentage (.450)
Game by Game
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vs. Tulsa (1/2) - Tallied her first career double-double, (10 pts./career-high 10 rebounds).
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High School: Four-year letterwinner and two-time team captain ... Posted career numbers of 12.4 points per game, 8.4 rebounds per game, 2.1 assists and 1.9 steals per game ... Two-time All-District selection ... Earned team MVP and Best Rebounder honors ... 2005-06 McDonald's All-America nominee ... Named U-16 BCI national camp Most Outstanding Player ... Ranked in the top 10 percent of her class ... Member of the National Honor Society ... Listed four times in Who's Who Among American High School Students.
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Your weight matters. Weight issues, both for the mother and the father, are believed to cause 12% of all fertility problems. Weighing too little can interfere with regular ovulation because estrogen is produced by a woman's fat stores. Very thin women often have trouble conceiving. But, weighing too much is also a problem because too much estrogen interferes with fertility, too. Studies have shown losing 5% to 10% of your body weight can improve your chances of getting pregnant. One small study showed losing just 14 pounds dramatically improved pregnancy rates.
Men aren't off the hook if they weigh too much. Heavier men have lower fertility rates. For men, extra weight creates a hormonal imbalance which causes an overall feminizing effect. Sex drive may be reduced due to lowered testosterone. Heavy men are more likely to have a lower sperm count and higher numbers of sperm with DNA damage. Excess fat in the inner thighs and pubic region creates warmer temperatures which can alter sperm production. Both partners need to consider some modest weight reduction to enhance their chances of getting pregnant.
While many babies have been conceived after an all-night party, alcohol and pregnancy is not the best combination. Drinking during the week before conception, by both men and women, is associated with a higher risk for miscarriage. Alcohol is found in the semen shortly after drinking and may cause problems with conception or implantation of the fertilized egg. For women, drinking before conception or early in pregnancy can lead to birth defects, miscarriage and premature delivery. If a couple is serious about conceiving, it may be wiser to avoid alcohol.
It is estimated that 1 out of every 133 people has celiac disease, the inability to digest gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Many women who have trouble conceiving have undiagnosed celiac disease which has been connected to recurrent miscarriages and other pregnancy problems. People with gluten sensitivity can also face fertility issues but to a lesser extent. A trial with a gluten free diet may boost pregnancy success.
Adding more vitamins and minerals to your diet is wise for both partners. Healthy moms make healthy babies. Healthy dads have healthier sperm. Men who eat more fruits and vegetables have better sperm quality. Vitamins and minerals, which act as antioxidants, protect the body against damaging free radicals that can cause problems at every step of the reproductive process from sperm quality, to egg maturation, to the progress of a healthy pregnancy. The following foods are rich in vitamins and minerals and have strong antioxidant capacity. It is smart to include them in your "before baby" diet.
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Publisher: Orion
Publication Date: 11/04/2012
Natasha Lavender 13 April 2012 - 9:34am
Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell is delightful and devastating, an unconventional story tells of misfits, Joy Division and true love.
With her wild red curls and eccentric dress sense, new girl Eleanor is labelled as an outcast the moment she steps onto the school bus. Excluded by everyone, she is forced to sit next to the weird guy with the comic books and the cool shoes. Untouched by the bullies and yet not one of them, Park is an outsider who loves Watchmen and The Smiths and knows how to avoid trouble. hen an awkward truce forms between Eleanor and Park, they find themselves drawn together by X-Men, mixed tapes and batteries. What follows is a weird, wonderful and moving love story between two misfits who reject convention and find each other.
Rowell brings Eleanor and Park to life through careful details and references as diverse as Miami Vice and The Cure. She draws the two main characters particularly beautifully, allowing them to stand both as individuals and as a couple.
Lonely Eleanor is soon stuck between a dangerous stepfather and her love for Park, who is struggling with the expectations of a macho father disappointed by his son.
However, while the backgrounds and supporting characters are compelling, the love story is the heart; Rowell astutely captures the intensity of teenage romance without sacrificing sincerity or humour.
By turns witty, warm and heart-wrenching, Eleanor and Park will appeal to teenagers, adults and outsiders alike.