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College Hockey:For Puskar, American International, it's all about the chances
The Yellow Jackets junior appreciates having the opportunity to play Division I hockey and beat quality opponents.
In terms of national perception for Atlantic Hockey, it used to be that there were the haves, the have-nots and teams that fall in the middle.
That doesn't matter to Jon Puskar.
For the American International junior forward, it's not about who has the money, the glittery arena or the television contract. It's only, as he puts it, "an opportunity to do something not many are given, and we appreciate every moment of it."
That opportunity is the chance to play Division I hockey.
Despite a resource chasm separating some of the teams in the AHA, the gap for on-ice competition narrowed over the past couple of years.
For AIC, that means no longer looking at a schedule and seeing guaranteed losses. It instead means a chance to beat any opponent on any given night, sometimes shocking the college hockey world but never shocking themselves.
Last year, for the first time in his tenure and the first time since the AHA formed after a split with the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference after the 2002-03 season, the Jackets finished out of the basement, winning eight games and finishing 10th in the 12-team league.
It might not seem like much, but it's something for a team that hasn't won 10 games since that final season of the MAAC.
"Our team has had a great group of guys the last couple of years," Puskar said. "They show up to the rink every day looking to improve individually and as a team. We have the ability to win every time we touch the ice; it just comes down to game-day execution."
Game-day execution is something the Yellow Jackets have sorely lacked in the past. They gave up 137 goals a year ago and they were swept by six league opponents. They gave up 15 goals in a two-game series against Air Force and went 0-3 against both eastern scheduling opponents Holy Cross and Bentley.
But it's hard to ignore that three players scored 10 goals last year, and AIC recorded season series wins against both Sacred Heart and Army, with the latter record at 2-0-1. In the playoffs, the team showed off its unknown scoring prowess, tipping the six-goal mark and beating Robert Morris 7-5 in Game 2 before losing the deciding third game.
It's that type of marquee win that has exemplified AIC each season. It beat Robert Morris twice last year and it beat Mercyhurst, a team that had a first-round bye.
Two years ago, the Yellow Jackets beat Air Force and swept Mercyhurst. This year, they've already beaten ECAC foe Quinnipiac and they spoiled the debut of Penn State with a 3-2 overtime victory.
They're tied for 10th again early this season and have a 3-5-2 overall record.
Still, there's work to be done.
"It all boils down to consistency," Puskar said. "We've had a good start to the year but we can't get complacent. We need to show up and play 60 minutes in every game."
Still, that won't silence the critics of the AIC program, regardless of wins and losses. With the ever-changing landscape of college hockey, arguments about which programs should live and die inevitably center on the ones perceived as have-nots.
The Yellow Jackets ranked last in attendance every season since 2000, occasionally dipping their average attendance below 200 fans per game. They play at the Olympia Ice Center in Springfield, Mass., far different from places like Conte Forum, Agganis Arena or Yost Ice Arena. That inevitably leads to the opinion by some that AIC should cease its hockey existence.
But what most people leave out is that AIC has a 984 APR ranking tracking academic progress — better than Boston College, Minnesota and Miami, among others.
"[The perception of the program] is something that we don't really think about, to be honest," Puskar said. "We just show up every day to compete at a high level, and we can't worry about things outside of our locker room.
"It's all about appreciating your four years to take full advantage of all your resources, whether it's on the ice with coaches, in the locker room with teammates or in the classroom with professors. We have the chance to use all of these tools so we can help ourselves to be better athletes, students, and people."
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- change file attributes, turn OFF readonly
- do some stuff, add new files.
- change file attributes, turn ON readonly bit
- For newer files that were added from 2, do some long operation.
The problem I am facing is that steps 1 and 3 also change the file timestamp. which causes step 4 to be run unnecessarily. I do need the files to be readonly after the job is run.
I tried chmod from cygwin, and that did not work.
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Rossmässler's Iconographie
In 1835, E. A. Rossmässler, one of the best known malacologists of the 19th century, started publishing a series of volumes under the long title Iconographie der Land- und Süsswasser-Mollusken mit vorzüglicher Berücksichtigung der europäischen noch nicht abgebildeten Arten. If I am translating it correctly, the title means Iconography of land and freshwater mollusks with principal consideration of not yet pictured European species.
Around 1877, another German malacologist, W. Kobelt took over and continued the publication of the Iconographie until the early 20th century.
Because of its age, the Iconographie is not an essential book to have anymore. But, mostly because Rossmässler and Kobelt described several new species on its pages, it occasionally becomes useful (even necessary) to consult it.
Imagine my pleasant surprise, then, in the library of the Delaware Museum of Natural History last October when I discovered a complete set of the Iconographie. Photocopying or photographing every single page would have been too time consuming. Instead, I decided to photograph only the plates for land snails. Luckily, they had a nice copy stand complete with lights that made the job quite easy.
Of course, one problem with using a book as old as the Iconographie is that the names of most, if not all, species have changed so many times since the 19th century that one needs to consult synonymies to figure out for certain which species is which. Here is a detail from one of the plates showing 2 common European species. Number 322 Pupa granum is now Granopupa granum, whilst No. 327 Pupa umbilicata is Lauria cylindracea.
In October, I had time to photograph the plates in only 4 of the volumes. The next time I am at DMNH I hope to do more.


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The #1 thing dominating my mind this past week was the executions (and stays of executions) here in the US. It was a strange juxtaposition on wednesday. Two men executed, one a white supremacist in Texas who without a doubt murdered a black man, James Byrd Jr., by tying him to his truck and dragging him to death, the other a black man in Georgia, who was found guilty of killing a white cop. The Troy Davis execution got all the press, since for a number of years evidence hadd been building that there was more than enough reasonable doubt to commute his sentence, but the State of Georgia saw things differently. What I found more fascinating was that in the Texas case the family of James Byrd did not want the death penalty. It unfortunate that more attention hasn't been paid to this ultimate punishment, but after a week like last week, hopefully there will be. I felt a need to do what little part I could, and so even though I didn't have them on vinyl, I began the show with two anti-death penalty songs from Steve Earle. I also included "Blues for Brother George Jackson" from Attica Blues and a few other songs that seemed to fit the mood if not directly connected to the issues. The mood brightens in the second hour (except for the story about Sly Stone living on the street, but hopefully that will change soon), courtesy of the Meters, Headnodic (on teenie tiny 5″ vinyl!) the Flamin' Groovies and more. Next week there's a real good chance that we might have some super special guests, keep your fingers crossed!
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Melting Pot on KPFK #57: Second Hour
Playlist: 09-25-2011
{opening theme} Boris Gardiner – Melting Pot – Is What's Happening (Dynamic)
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Steve Earle – Over Yonder (Jonathan's Song)/Billy Austin – Just An American Boy (Rykodisc)
Talk Talk – Wealth – Spirit Of Eden (EMI)
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Archie Shepp – Blues For Brother George Jackson/Ballad For A Child – Attica Blues (Impulse!)
Max Roach – Motherless Child – Lift Every Voice (Atlantic)
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John Coltrane – Soul Eyes – His Greatest Years (Impulse!)
Novella Nelson – Mean World – Novella Nelson (Arcana)
Al King – What You're Looking For – 7″ (Ronn)
Clarence Reid – Down The Road Of Love – 7″ (Alston)
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The Meters – Hey Pock-a-way – 7″ (Sansu)
Eddie Palmieri – Pa La Ocha Tambo – Live At Sing Sing Vol. 1 (Tico)
Dj Lengua – Perdido – Cruzando (Club Unicornio)
Headnodic feat. Gift of Gab & Lateef the Truth Speaker – Noddy By Nature – 5″ (Brick)
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Sly & the Family Stone – Can't Strain My Brain – Small Talk (Epic)
Harry Ray – Ride Your Pony Girl – 7″ (All Platinum)
Tim Maia – Reu Confesso – Tim Maia (1974) (Polydor)
Roy Ayers – Keep On Walking – Everybody Loves The Sunshine (Polydor)
24 Carat Black – I'll Never Let You Go – Gone: The Promises of Yesterday (Numero)
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The Packers – Pure Soul – Hole In The Wall (Pure Soul)
Myron & E with the Soul Investigators – It's A Shame – 7″ (Timmion)
Barbara Greene – I Should Have Treated You Right – 7″ (Renee)
The Flamin' Groovies – Evil Hearted Ada – Teenage Head (Kama Sutra)
Magic Sam – I Feel So Good (I Wanna Boogie) – West Side Soul (Delmark)
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{closing theme} Kenny Baker – Mississippi Waltz – Plays Bill Monroe (County)


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Democratic Senator Quote of the Day
…There is only one issue here. Only one: the law issue.
Does the president serve the law, or does the law serve the president? Each insult to our Constitution comes from the same source; each springs from the same mindset; and if we attack this contempt for the law at any point, we will wound it at all points.
That is why I'm here today: Retroactive immunity is on the table today; but also at issue is the entire ideology that justifies it, the same ideology that defends torture and executive lawlessness. Immunity is a disgrace in itself, but it is far worse in what it represents. It tells us that some believe in the courts only so long as their verdict goes their way. That some only believe in the rule of law, so long as exceptions are made at their desire. It puts secrecy above sunshine and fiat above law.
Did the telecoms break the law? That, I don't know.
But pass immunity…and we will never know. A handful of favored corporations will remain unchallenged. Their arguments will never be heard in a court of law. The truth behind this unprecedented domestic spying will never see light. And the cases will be closed forever.
"Law" is a word we barely hear from the supporters of immunity. They offer neither a deliberation about America's difficult choices in the age of terrorism, nor a shared attempt to set for our times the excruciating balance between security and liberty. They merely promise a false debate on a false choice: security or liberty, but never, ever both….
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Chris Dodd lacks a tad of credibility right now.
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June 26th, 2008 at 6:14 am
Or, would you prefer Ron Paul's statement?
The main reason I oppose this latest version is that it still clearly violates the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution…


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DEVON ALEXANDER "THE GREAT", Former Two-Time World Champion
"These last few fights at 140 pounds were hard for me to make weight. I'm going to be stronger and faster at 147.
"Maidana is coming to tear my head off, but I'm going to be ready, 110%."
MARCOS "EL CHINO" MAIDANA, WBA Super Lightweight World Champion
"I'm excited to fight in the United States again. This is the Mecca of boxing.
"I dedicate my life to boxing and I'm taking this fight very seriously."
ADRIEN "THE PROBLEM" BRONER, WBO Junior Lightweight World Champion
"I've been coming to St. Louis since I was 8 and Devon is like a big brother to me. Fighting here is going to feel like I'm at home.
"He's a feather-fisted puncher in the featherweight division...not a good combination against me who punches like a middleweight.
"I don't play with my career, I take this seriously. You can play other sports, but not boxing and he's playing boxing. I box for real.
"February 25 there's going to be a 'Problem' and I will be victorious."
ELOY "PRINCE" PEREZ, Undefeated #1 Rated WBO Junior Lightweight Contender
"I want to thank Adrien for giving me a shot at 'The Problem.' I'm excited to fight for the world title.
"I have one message for Adrien, I'm not a bean burrito kind of guy, I'm a lasagna kind of guy."
DAVID ITSKOWITCH, COO of Golden Boy Promotions
"We have all the makings of a great fight in this main event. You have to have great fighters to make a great fight and we have two of the best in the game today.
"When fighters move up in weight class, most of them dip their feet in the pool, but these guys are diving right in by facing each other.
"The co-featured fight could possible steal the whole show on February 25. You don't see a lot of young, hungry fighters that are both undefeated fighting each other these days."
KEVIN CUNNINGHAM, Alexander's Trainer
"We're bringing a killer into Devon's hometown who is going to try and take him out, but that's the business of boxing. Devon is going to slay the killer on February 25."
SEBASTIAN CONTURSI, Maidana's Advisor
"We are happy to be here. It's been a long road with the cancelation of the Guerrero fight, so Marcos is very anxious to back in the ring. As usual, we will bring a war to St. Louis and, as everyone knows, Marcos always delivers!"
LEVI SMITH, Broner's Co-Trainer
"We came here to defend the title. We're going to show you fireworks and give Eloy a boxing lesson on February 25."
SAM GARCIA, Perez's Co-Trainer
"This is what we have worked towards for many years. This is a great sports city known for its world champions, so what better place to win our first world title than in St. Louis?"
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"Alexander vs. Maidana," a 10 round welterweight fight taking place on Saturday, February 25 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Missouri, is presented by Golden Boy Promotions in association with The Great Promotions and Universum Box Promotions and sponsored by AT&T and DeWalt Tools. Also featured will be Adrien Broner vs. Eloy Perez in a 12 round fight for Broner's WBO Junior Lightweight World Title which is presented in association with R&R Promotions. The fights will be broadcast live on HBO's Boxing After Dark at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT.
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Gary Brooker is bringing his Procol Harum band to the Birchmere Music Hall on Tuesday, July 15, 2014.Gary Brooker is the only original member in the band and is best known for his piano playing and legendary voice. The current version of Procol Harum is filled with musical talent. The intimate setting of the Birchmere providing an incredible venue to hear some vintage classic rock.
In addition to Gary Brooker the current line up of Procol Harum includes three musicians who have played together since 1993. The longest tenured member is guitarist Geoff Whitehorn who has been in the band since 1991. He has been in a couple of other bands and has done session work with a who's who list of musicians. Josh Phillips adds his organ talents to the group. Matt Peg is a second generation bass player. His dad played for Jethro Tull and Fairpoint Convention. The apple doesn't fall to far from the tree with Matt performing with Procol Harum. Drummer Geoff Dunn is the newcomer to the band joining in 2006. You can learn more about Procol Harum at their website.
The Birchmere is a legendary music hall located in Alexandria, Virginia just a couple of miles from the Nation's Capital. The venue serves great food and a fabulous drink selection. You can come early and enjoy a meal or beverage with the show. You can order tickets, find out who else is playing at The Birchmere, and more about the venue at their website.
Come out and see a music legend, accompanied by a band filled with talent, at one of the area's most storied music venues. Come hear "A Whiter Shade of Pale" one more time. Come discover a lost classic. Come out and enjoy the music.


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After KOTOR: A crossover of Scrubs; What do you do when you wake up the next morning.
Some confusing sentences. As an example when Revan asks for a story it should have been why dont you tell me a story. Every problem I saw could be corrected by editing.
Glory's Road
Before KOTOR, no specific time given: A man is formed in the heat of battle.
The start is good, the scenes done rather well. The only problem I had was historical.
According to the Chronology, the last war with the Sith specifically had been 40 years before the events of KOTOR, when Kavar was either young or not even born. The image used by the Game designers looks to be in his late 30s to early 40s. If you consider that the average Padawan is in his mid to late 20s, the events would have had to happen during the period before the Mandalorians attacked the Republic yet the events described are far more than a raid. More background is needed.
This weeks column has a little bit of everything so without further ado:
Light side female Revan
No Girls Allowed
Hairless Wookie
Climactic battle aboard Star Forge: The sign said what???
I was a bit upset at the first with Nurik being made an admiral. But from the moment Malak spoke, I lost it. Malak on drugs, Nurik unable to figure a way out of the mess, Revan unwilling to open a door because shes worried about LS points. The way she got her light sabers was just icing on the cake.
Wildly silly, irreverent and worth every second!
Pick of the week.
KOTOR During Korriban mission: What are you willing to do for love? For that matter, what are you willing to forgive?
Extra right now in this sentence; While the star map is important, for right now , I consider getting the evidence for Dustil most important right now, I just wanted you to know that. A couple of times you left out a word. But all I saw were editing problems, easily corrected.
The piece is excellent. It shows how Revan could have gotten the information she needed, how Carth would have undoubtedly acted if he were a love interest, and gives a good idea of what he might have done after such a faux pas. The explanation of how the mental erasure worked was also excellent.
Outstanding work, and another pick of the week.
Delasaer Chval
After Revans return: Trapped together, Mira and Dustil have to think about how to get along.
The piece is not too bad, needing editing more than anything. The pairing as the first person to comment said, is one you might eventually see, and it was definitely interesting. The Silent Order is the most interesting part of the story, and I hope more is written.
You Do Something to Me....
Griet Mutnojmet
After Leviathan revelation: Canderous Revan and Carth deal with a possible relationship between Canderous and Revan.
The situation is well done, the situation not perfect but still a work of art. Well worth the read.
A pick of the week.
dark side male Revan
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (Prologue)
Prodigal Knight
Prologue to KOTOR: The Capture of Revan
Word usage problems, probably due to thinking faster than you write. A common problem, I suffer from it myself.
Technical note; Lasers are light speed weapons. If you are fired on by a laser, you know it when the weapon hits, not before. That is why I think as much as they call them turbo lasers the weapons of the Star Wars galaxy are actually laser driven plasma instead of lasers.
Well done.
Light side Exile
More to the war than the battles
Jedi Valius
During the Mandalorian Wars: The difference between the Jedi and a soldier
While the basics, allowing an enemy prisoner to escape bothered me, I had to agree with the reasoning. The biggest problem in war over the centuries has been the treatment of prisoners, which has always been haphazard.
The writing is well done, the characters briefly sketched but still fleshed out.
After the climactic battle on Malachor V: To make a new beginning, first you must have an end of the old
Several people have praised this, and I agree with those reviews. The idea that the planet itself had to be destroyed for the nightmare to end or at least abate it is well portrayed. The scenes of those lost were done in such a manner that they were easily visualized, from Kreia to Bao-Dur to G0T0, they fit.
Pick of the week.
The Blue Side of the Force: Part the First- In which a hippified Jedi joins the Exile
TSL on Citadel Station the first time: The exile picks up an unlikely ally.
The story was a bit irreverent. The idea of a tie-died Jedi was amusing, and classifying a light saber battle as art fits in well with the attitude of the JedI themselves. Well done.
What am I?
After Malachor V: Now that the adventure is done, the Exile runs with her faithful droids, and ponders what she has become.
The piece is deep introspection, and very well done in that vein. The reason for her condition was never adequately explained in the game, and where she would go from there sketched in only in very generic terms. Whether for good or ill, the questions remained.
Pick of the week.
Drunk Realities
Revans Pet Duck
TSL On Nar Shadaa after mission: A drunken night out doesnt leads to?
The piece flows well, and as much as the author was worried that it was overdone, the drunken scene was very well done.
Pick of the week
'To argue with those who have renounced the use and authority of reason is as futile as to administer medicine to the dead.' Now who said that?
From the one who brought you;
What we die for...
KOTOR excerpts
Star Wars: The Beginning
Star Wars: Republic Dawn
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Forecast discussion: After a dreadful weekend, the workweek has been delightful. Boston received its second day of bright sunshine and seasonable temperatures for the beginning of April. We will continue to see dry weather for the rest of the week, until a warm front will help bring some showers and rain to eastern Massachusetts for part of the weekend.
For Wednesday, we will see more clouds than sunshine, thanks to a weak warm front. A low pressure system centered over the western Great Lakes will move into Canada. However, the warm front will pass just north of Southern New England. There is not enough moisture with the system to create any precipitation, but there will be enough moisture to create grey skies. This pattern will continue into Friday. However, a high pressure ridge will continue to keep dry weather over the area.
Eventually, the ridge will weaken, allowing a storm system to come through the Northeast U.S. There will be a secondary low forming along the cold front, and will pass into New England by late Friday night. We will begin to see some showers just after the evening commute. The precipitation will become heavier early Saturday morning, before the showers end by Saturday afternoon.
A strong high pressure system will move over New England for Sunday. The high will slowly drift off to our east on Monday. We will start the day with sunshine, but a cold front will bring some showers into the area by Monday night. We will see light to moderate rain until early Tuesday evening. Temperatures after Saturday will have high temperatures in the 50's and lows in the middle to upper 30's.
72 hour forecast:
Tonight: Partly cloudy with a low of 34.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high of 49. A shower is possible for the Cape and Islands. Winds will come from the east-southeast at 5-8 mph.
Wednesday night: Partly cloudy with a low of 36. Winds will turn to the northwest at 5-8 mph.
Thursday: Partly sunny with a high of 51.
Thursday night: Mostly cloudy with a low of 36.
Friday: Partly sunny with showers arriving by the early evening. We will see a high of 47.
Friday night: Showers/light rain and a low of 38.
Extended Forecast:
Saturday: Light to moderate rain ending by 3 p.m. Highs 53-56, lows 36-39.
Sunday: Mostly sunny. Highs 51-54, lows 34-37.
Monday: Mostly sunny until the early afternoon, with showers arriving during the early evening. Highs 52-55, lows 38-41.
Tuesday: Cloudy with moderate rain, ending by the early evening. Highs 50-53, lows 35-38.


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Sunday, June 5 – B-360 Bike Ride
As part of Boulder's Walk & Bike Month, everyone is invited to take part in the annual B-360 Boulder By Bike Ride tour from 3-5 p.m. It's an enjoyable ride that's fun for all ages and showcases the city's cycling and pedestrian paths. Participants can ride an entire loop around the city or ride a half-loop called the B180. Both rides begin and end at Scott Carpenter Park at Arapahoe Avenue and 30th Street. Stick around after the ride for refreshments, a picnic and prize drawings.
Wednesday, June 8 – Boulder Creek Path Historic Bike Tour
Come to the historic Settler's Park at 5:30 p.m. on June 8 for a relaxing ride along the Boulder Creek Path. All ages and abilities are welcome. For more information, visit www.boulderhistory.org, or call 303-499-3464.
Friday, June 17 – Park(ing) Spaces Day
As part of Park(ing) Spaces Day, paid parking spaces downtown and in parking lots around Boulder are transformed into places where visitors can stop, visit, and benefit from many different types of activities, from chair massages to yoga to bike repair stations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 22 – Bike to Work Day
Pedestrians and bicyclists will register and walk or ride to work. More than 40 breakfast stations across town will serve free breakfast to bikers and walkers from 7 to 9 a.m. Become part of a Boulder tradition. Register at www.communitycycles.org
Friday, June 24 – Clips of Faith Beer and Film Tour with New Belgium Brewery
Join us June 24 for the Clips of Faith Film Tour, sponsored by New Belgium Brewery. This tour is an extravaganza of beer and film expression. The films, which are free to view, will visit more than a dozen cities, including Boulder for Walk & Bike Month. Beer sales will benefit Community Cycles. The festival will run from 7:30 – 11 p.m. at Central Park. Visit www.clipsoffaith.com


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Rachelle Bourque Claims Second New England Championship
May 11, 2013
EASTON, Mass. - The Minutewomen are tied with Tufts for first place in a field of 21 with 26 points after day one of the New England Championship at Stonehill College. Julie LaFreniere's squad also reigned in their sixth gold medal of the year on Friday when Rachelle Bourque threw 150-feet 5-inches in the javelin to win her second New England Championship of her four year career. The mark shatters her previous UMass record of 143-feet, 1-inch and qualifies her for NCAA East Regionals in two weeks.
Also scoring for the Minutewomen after the best race of her collegiate career last week was Alexandra Purdue-Smithe. The Sharon, Mass. native was able to find another gear and pass Stonehill in the final 150 meters to finish second in the 10,000 meter run. Purdue-Smithe completed the event in 38-minutes, 8.80-seconds.
Katherine Finnegan leaped one last time in the long jump and placed fourth in the meet with a distance of 19-feet. She was followed by her teammate Ashley Palmer in sixth place and a leap of 18-feet, 6-inches.
After winning the Atlantic 10 Championship last week in the heptathlon, freshman standout Kelsey Crawford is at it again leading the pack in the heptathlon with just three events to go. Fellow freshman Katie Osborne is also in the mix to score in the event as well.
The Minutewomen begin competition at Stonehill College again tomorrow at 12 PM. Becky Stoyle will look to grab her fourth gold medal in the triple jump this season.
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A tractor-trailer accident Wednesday morning sent a portion of the semi over the bridge on Interstate 80 over Mount Everett Road in Hubbard Township. Fire and hazardous-materials crews worked for more than 12 hours to clear the scene, and a portion of I-80 was closed for most of the day.
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I never seen those red lace up CLs before...Awesome...red leather with red sole...
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it looks absolutely amazing! the presentation and variety of brands are spot on -- just something that looks so appealing to me!
and i want a pair of lanvin flats. i am on the prowl now that you mentioned it!
it's like everything chic under one roof.
the shoes corner are to die for!
Hello to youuu on a late thursday evening.
Awwwh... so nice to see you do a post about Florence´s most fabulous store ;)
And guess what... I went never upstairs and didn´t know before they have a restaurant outside!! Aaaaahhh! That´s so typical for me ;)
LVR has for me one of the best collections but I honestly have also to say that some of their shop assistants are .. I don´t want to say unfriendly... but somehow ..... curious, I remember I was once told trying the last RO jacket (it was such a small size and a too fitted) to loose a few pounds and the jacket should be fine. Thank you ;)
Had to smile about your chocolate advent calendar and your husband ;) Too cute!!!
I just love the window display of the Balmain bikers! I would love to go to Italy one day!ReplyDelete
OMG. Balmain Bikers?! Rick Owens???!!!!!!!! I am printing this post. AmazingReplyDelete
and this looks utterly amazing xoReplyDelete
can someone transport me there please.....ReplyDelete
Those red lace up CLs would make me a very happy lady! Wow those are such a great statement shoe!
I am so jealous of you! Ahhh your travels are incredible
awesome pics...ahh, thank you soo much for giving me the award...it means a lot to me :))ReplyDelete
That looks like such an amazing store. I love it when sales associates will leave you alone while you browse. It is great that they are then there when you need assistance.ReplyDelete
Ahhh Italy seems like a very nice country . Must be so beautiful :) Love the store dear ! The clothes , the designs , and the shoes ! Haha . Thanks for sharing ! Have a nice day !ReplyDelete
PPh er, I would have found it seriously difficult to resist a splurge!ReplyDelete
I've ordered OTK boots twice and returned them twice. I just don't see that I'm going to wear them often enouogh to justify the expense. My husband is shocked every time he sees them going back to the post office!ReplyDelete
Ahh....you're making me want to go back to visit so bad!! xoxoReplyDelete
I imagine I could spend ages browsing the Balman and shoe areas. In fact, I'd probably be charged rent - I'd never leave! :)ReplyDelete
Hi there-wow, what a place, both in store and online, you've really given us all a fantastic review and what damage could you do if let loose with the credit cards, LOL-an unlimited budget is what you want here, it looks totally gorgeous! Have a great weekend!!ReplyDelete
Oh I've so been there so fun!!! Love that store
love your blog darling
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Loving your blog! I've been to Florence and it's very beautiful
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SEE! this is exactly why i wish i was a multi-millionaire.
i want those black boots in the last picture.
Your blog is always so much fun to come and visit. Thank you for showing, this amazing shop.
Your Lanvin flats would be lovely.
This must be like paradise walking around here and yes, my credit card would need to be tucked away, as it would be so tempting seeing all the gorgeous clothes, shoes and bags.
Happy weekend
I enjoyed so much this virtual shopping tour with you in Florence...such gorgeousness!
Cheers: Evi
Awesome shop, I really like their online store, not only because what they offer but also because the design...for some reason I think it looks good :)
Thanks for the pictures, have a nice weekend!
I've always had a hig opinion of Italian shoes. Your post reinforces that presumtion. The red boots rock!ReplyDelete
Let's write correctly, shall I... sorry about the repetition, but I wanted to correct my mumblings...
I've always had a high opinion of Italian shoes. Your post reinforces that presumption. The red boots rock!
congratualtions on managing to keep up your shopping ban - i couldn't do it!!!
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nowtakeitorleaveit is back and is waiting for you again :)
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looks quite heavenly in there :) hope you're having a great weekend! xo, MelReplyDelete
Oh I loved reading this post. I'm a huge fan of Luisaviaroma (although have yet to make a purchase - stupid budgets) but had no idea there was an actual store. Thanks for sharing!
And I agree about sitting a table to eat - it's just way too formal. I just can't get comfortable and when I'm home, it's all about comfort.
Wow, I think visiting the brick and mortar version of this store definitely has to be on my bucket list. In fact, I'm inspired. I've going over to the website right now...ReplyDelete
Its so great to see clothes displayed in the shops that I so rarely get to visit!ReplyDelete
love the window display of the bike. who knew bikes could be so chic ; ) thanks for the link ! stop by whenever you like : )
all of these pics make me long to go to italy! :DReplyDelete
I love Balmain ! the windows are amazing... just like here in Paris !
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Everything looks amazing!
Great post!
Thank you so much for your comment. I think we think alike on quite a few things! This store looks amazing and it is so interesting to read about it. I love that I can find info here that is so hard to find anywhere else.
wow, absolutely amazing! the windows, that wide variety of brands... love it.
have a great day, darling.
Hey there. How are you today? Thanks for your recent comment on my blog. I did have a great birthday. I hope you've been enjoying the weekend. Take care. Have a great week ahead. Cheers!ReplyDelete
-falls over- I can't BELIEVE I was in Florence and I hadn't gone or even seen this store. I was even in the Duomo!! Ah well, an excuse to make a return =) And another reason why Florence has become one of my favorite cities!ReplyDelete
wow all of those stores look amazing! great pictures!ReplyDelete
I don't know why I visit your blog because it makes me way too jealous haha :).. Ahh I love it.. Just wondering do shops ever have a problem with you taking photos of the store? In New York, quite a few places were a bit fussy about it! :) xReplyDelete
OMG, i must visit this place ASAP!!!!ReplyDelete
I first heard about this store from the byanboy. And then Martina also mentioned it in her Florence post! I didn't get a chance to look at their website until now coz I always assumed that they're way out of my budget! Was surprised to see that the sale items are somewhat *affordable*! ;) Wonder if they're going to take the VAT discount if shipping to the US?
I agree with you on your previous post. I prefer Florence too (tied with Venice) over both Rome and Milan. And if we get a chance to go back to Italy, we'll stay longer in Florence and hopefully shop at LVR!! ;)
...Between this and the Balenciaga in Cannes, my travel/shopping wishlist is getting long, thanks to you!! =D
Glad to hear your Florence adventure was very relaxing for you. Have a great week!!
PS - About the blogging blues, I'm sure it'll pass. Enjoy the sample sales!! Holidays are just bad for our budget, haha! =)
great blog i love it!
Another amazing post, and another amazing adventure for you! I'm so, so jealous of all the incredible places you get to see and the shopping you get to do!
♥ Hannah
I love Italy. What fantastic pictures! :-)ReplyDelete
Dying over the red lace-up boots!ReplyDelete
What an amazing post. It was such a treat to read! I'm a first time visitor to your blog, but its really amazing and its definitely going on my blog roll. The pictures are lovely too! I can't wait to browse through your other posts.
Oh, God, have I missed your phenomenal reviews! This is one of the best I think, mainly because Luisa Via Roma happens to be one of my favorite on line sources of high end clothes. They always have fantastic sales at the end of each season, you can also join Luisa Via Roma on Facebook to be updated on everything new. The store sounds even more spectacular. My heart skiped a bit when I saw divine white gown by Givenchy on one of your pictures - I am in love with it for months now!I am currently in the prpoccess on negotiating a deal with Luisa Via Roma to create beutiful hats for the next Fall-Winter season. I had no idea that originaly Luisa Via Roma opened as a hat boutique!I would love to visit and actual store :-) Thank you for an amazing review!ReplyDelete
such a beautiful presentation. would love to go there!ReplyDelete
a really well-thought out store, love the balmain bikers, haha. i've never shopped on the online site before. love the cafe/chill out area. and the thigh high boots... sigh. i don't think i'll ever end up getting a pair but its nice to look at them anyway! xoxoReplyDelete
i absolutely couldn't live without online stores. not just for blog, but they are my total orientation.
I didn't know about louisa store. I thought it was just online. well I always learn something smart from you :)
Oh yes, this sounds like my dream store. The jewelry and Rick Owens sections alone are amazing. Love those red lace-up boots too!
xo, Becs
You made me laugh with the Margiela book, most of the times he wants to be invisible so it was a success afterall, wasn't it ? ^^
Oh and with LVR you litterally make me DIE !!
It is definitely my favourite store in Florence!!! I love love love love it!!!
and the shop assistents are soooo cute....
i want to shop at luisa again!!!
I love those gloves! :)ReplyDelete
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Women's Lacrosse Wins Season-Opener, 9-6
Feb. 28, 2004
AMHERST, Mass. - The University of Massachusetts women's lacrosse team (1-0, 0-0 A-10) began their season with a 9-6 victory at Holy Cross this afternoon. The Minutewomen were led by senior attacker Hope Zelinger (Ellicott City, Md.) who tallied four goals in the contest.
Massachusetts jumped out to an early 1-0 lead, as Zelinger scored on a free position shot just 1:13 into the game. Holy Cross then scored two consecutive goals to make in a 2-1 UMass deficit. Sophomore midfielder Lindsay Cassell (Weston, Mass.) then tied the game at two apiece at the 17:59 mark, with the assist going to freshman midfielder Brianna Bubeck (Selkirk, N.Y.). After surrendering one more goal, Massachusetts reeled off five straight tallies, to take an 7-3 lead at halftime. Cassell began the scoring streak with her second of the game at the 12:09 mark and was assisted by senior captain Tracey Drown (Nashua, N.H.). Zelinger then hit the back of the net three straight times, once unassisted, with two other assists going to Drown.
Just 13 seconds into the second half, Cassell recorded her third goal of the game, on another assist by Drown. Junior captain Maura McGarrity (Chester Springs, Pa.) then joined the scoring, as she notched an unassisted goal at 26:31. The Crusaders scored the next three goals, but could not overcome the five-goal deficit. Sophomore midfielder Kerri Connerty (Nashua, N.H.) put an exclamation point on the win, with an unassisted tally with 2:19 left to play.
Redshirt freshman Lauren McCarthy (Derry, N.H.) protected the cage for the Minutewomen, as she made nine saves and allowed just six goals.
The Minutewomen return to action on Wednesday, March 3, as they host Boston University in their home-opener at Garber Field. The match is slated to begin at 4:00 p.m.
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My opinion, I liked kotor's hilt to blade ratio (Did I just coin a new term?). Though TOR's hilt to blade ratio has admittedly improved since the early goings, I have to say I think the hilts...some of them...are still a little too big for the blade provided. I think the blades are somthing between okay to good size wise. Didn't mind JO (and I guess JA by extension) because although their blades appeared bigger than their hilt, their blades still didn't have that baseball bat appearance and retained their saber blade look even if a bit more conic/torch like now.
The violet in TOR seems a tad plain and could be mistaken for a deep blue, but at least it doesn't look nearly pink either. That doctored image is what I'd call the perfect balance--worthy of "Jules Windu".
As for the the dazzling effect in the movies: while I agree TOR might be able to do better, the pics I have seen of it in action are decent. Could be worse as there could be absolutely no blurring at all. Like Electro Luminescent stunt toy lightsabers, or glowsticks, out in moderately lit up settings: swing them or move them and you only see the stick and little to no "blur" effect.
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Putin's Group Urges Austere Christmas
MOSCOW—Vladimir Putin's political movement wants the spirit of Scrooge to reign this Christmas.
The All-Russian People's Front, a group of civic organizations and business associations loyal to the government, is urging parliament to get by with one New Year tree rather than two. It's also warned state companies it'll be checking how much money they spend on parties and gifts for New Year, the main celebration in Russia.
"New Year is a good reason to organize an unforgettable corporate party, but not at the state's expense," said Alexander Brechalov, a People's Front leader who monitors state purchases, in a statement on its website.
"One New Year tree in the hall would be more than enough, both for the deputies and the schoolchildren who come to the Duma (parliament's lower house) on tours," said lawmaker Valery Trapeznikov, a People's Front leader.
The push for modesty comes after Russia's government has repeatedly cut its forecast for economic growth to 1.8%, half its original target. Unemployment has been rising in recent months and the government has warned it'll have to cut spending plans.
Russian companies have a reputation for throwing lavish bashes. One state firm is planning to spend almost $500,000 on its state celebrations, the People's Front said. Another is preparing gifts including Parker pens and diaries, the movement complained.
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Sears Holdings announced this morning that it lost $402 million, or $3.79 per share, for the period ended May 3, 2014. That compares with a loss of $279 million, or $2.63 per share, a year ago, according to Seeking Alpha. With Sears Holdings, it is not matter of a good news and bad news scenario. It is more like it is a matter of bad news and really bad news scenario.
In addition to its deepening troubles, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that Sears Holdings Corp. said it plans to close at least 80 stores this year.
First, for the "bad news" about Sears: Same-store sales improved dramatically. Sears has managed to improve same-store sales. Indeed, at Sears Domestic, same-store sales were actually positive by 0.2%, whereas on the whole, domestic same-store sales fell by 1%, which is significantly better than the previous quarter's massive 6.4% drop. This could mean that "unfavorable weather" could have a positive impact on mall stores.
In spite of the fact that Sears got a $500 million dividend from Lands' End and that it has reduced inventory in the quarter by a full $300 million (part of it due to LE's spin-off, of course). Why the continuing cash burn? "What does Sears have to show for this $800 million source of funds?" asks Paulo Santos, a research analyst posting on Seeking Alpha.
Santos adds, "Well, it did reduce short-term borrowings by $100 million... but at the same time, cash in the balance sheet dropped by $200 million! This cash burning is now massive, and it doesn't bode well."
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Santos concludes, "While the improvement in same store sales is notable, there's the chance that it is somewhat one-off, and having significant margin to boot."
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Starlight Theatre continues its 64-year-old tradition of offering free nights of Broadway musicals to not-for-profit groups serving individuals who might otherwise miss out, as announced Feb. 3, 2014.
Since its inception in 1951, Starlight recognizes the need to assist other not-for-profit organizations and assist them in providing services (tickets) to those who would not normally consider Starlight productions, a Starlight spokesman said. Starlight distributes more than 350 tickets each night of every Broadway performance to selected groups and the individuals those groups serve.
Applications for the Starlight Community Ticket Program are now being accepted for Starlight's 2014 Broadway season. For the 2014 season, the not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizations operating in Kansas and Missouri may choose from five Broadway shows at Starlight – a total of 31 performance nights with more than 11,200 free tickets available. Just last summer season, 113 local not-for-profit organizations received free tickets through this program.
"The Starlight Community Ticket Program focuses on groups dedicated to enhancing the lives of underprivileged and at-risk youth, the medically dependent or disabled, and low-income older adults. We do, however, also try to give all new groups that apply at least some of the tickets they request provided that they meet our qualifications," said Bob Potemski, Starlight House Manager and program administrator.
Starlight's 2014 Broadway Season: The Wizard of Oz (June 10-June 15), We Will Rock You (June 17-22), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (July 8-13), The Sound of Music (July 25-31), and Blue Man Group (September 9-14).
Community Ticket applications and program details are available at kcstarlight.com under "Education and Outreach" or by contacting Bob Potemski at email@example.com or 816.997.1163. A completed application packet must be received no later than 5 p.m. March 21.
Starlight Theatre, the second largest outdoor theater venue in the United States, won the 2013 Venue Excellence Award from the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM). Starlight Theatre continues to be thelargest and oldest performing arts organization in Kansas City.
Starlight Theatre opened as a theater in 1950 and as a not-for-profit organization in 1951. Starlight presents and produces Broadway musicals and concerts, offers extensive community outreach and educational programming including classes, scholarships and Starlight's Blue Star Awards, one of the largest high school musical theatre award programs in the country.
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Great Location and AmenitiesI stayed at the Westin Whistler at the beginning of March and was very impressed. The location is great! While it is not true ski in, ski out, you just walk out past the children's ski school to the gondola or lift. They have a ski valet right at the base of the mountain that will take your skis at the end of the day. I loved that you could also walk right out of the hotel and be in the center of the village. The rooms were spacious and nicely appointed with a kitchenette and all of the Westin amenities that you would expect. The hotel also has a great restaurant - we had a delicious dinner there!
Fantastic full service condo experience
My stay at the Westin last week was fantastic. The studio I was booked in had all the comforts of a condo with the benefit of full-service hotel amenities. I spent my downtime relaxing on the sofa in front of the gas fireplace or in the gym. Both my room and the gym had great views of the surrounding mountains.
The staff at this hotel is top notch! The housekeeping was immaculate, the ski shop staff was friendly and engaging, and the restaurant food and service were wonderful.
The location is perfect right in the village. It is about a 50 yard walk over to the entrance of the gondola and the kids ski school but being tucked around the corner from the heart of the après ski scene made for a quiet lodging experience with great convenience.


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Cherub hovering in the bushes or possibly perched in a birdbath: 0 points
At this moment, I am still a little concerned about lightning.
Play along as you drive the back country roads.
Enjoy the journey.
Score the Yard Art.
Cherub hovering in the bushes or possibly perched in a birdbath: 0 points
At this moment, I am still a little concerned about lightning.
Belgian-Mom: This is the cutest house ever. It is always so clean and sunny and bright. But.....now, apparently it's being turned into 1313 Mockingbird Lane.
Let's take a closer look:Gargoyles have invaded the home and brought heinous artificial flowers with them.
Total: 5 points
Expect field reports from the greater Baltimore area.
Subtotal: 4 points
Creativity Bonus
If they only we had a little pig on a spit or a grass skirt... 0 points
(I am beginning to suspect that these giraffes have a drinking problem. We have seen them quite a bit but not once have they attempted to stand.)
Total: 4 points
Dudes, you guys need to sober up.
Your assignment: African safari lawn art.
A long time ago, when the Earth was greeneventer79 submits the following magical yard for scoring:
There was more kinds of animals
than you've ever seen
They'd run around free while the Earth was being born
And the loveliest of all was the unicorn - Shel Silverstein
Subtotal: 19 points
Creativity Bonus
It's a unicorn. Unicorns fight the darkness brought up by random gargoyles: 4 points. Why ...because its a unicorn. And I am a girl.
Total: 23 points
Please enjoy:
eventer79 comments: The giant chicken may be have been giant, but it did NOT have a saddle!! Plus lighthouse, guy on a tractor cutout, angel on a stick, people on a bench, and lumpy snail thing by wood bench.Score
Subtotal: 11 points
Creativity Bonus
For the placement of the Dutch couple permanently shunning the affection of the other: 1 point
Total: 12 points
She no longer likes him like that.
Eventer79 comments: Not ONLY a seahorse birdbath, but one with a frog perched in it that looks like he is about to spit a projectile lugey!Score:
2 giraffes: 4 points ( 1 point each for being dressed)
Creativity Bonus
For the various sized Easter Eggs displayed with the giraffes who rock garland: 2 points
Total: 6 points.
I am looking for suggestions on names for our festive friends.
Belgian-Mom comments on her yard submittal:
They are ginormous rocks (probably about 8-10 feet tall)
that are lit up at night. Strange.
2 rocks: 0 points (natural items are not counted in the game)
Creativity Bonus
Gigantic rocks displayed dramatically with outdoor lighting: 0 points. I could have been moved to assign points for a laser show or changing colored lights. Great photo though!
Total: 0 points But very entertaining
(For those of you who would enjoy watching the best movie opening of all time:)
There is also what looks like a pig silhouette by the gas tank and the cowboy: 1 point
Subtotal: 28 points
Creativity Bonus
For the overall presentation: 1 point. I didn't see anything that really moved me except sheer volume.Total: 29 points


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From MILAN
get onto the motorway/highway A8 'dei Laghi' towards VARESE
CASCINA CESARINA Via dei Cesari 32 Gagnago, Borgo Ticino
Lat/Long: (45.677423727186195, 8.590482473373413)
Once on the A8/A9, after 3-4 km you go through a toll gate (slightly over 1
euro) (careful to go where you can pay CASH, not gates marked TELEPASS or
VIACARD ! unless you have a prepaid card or want to use your credit card – I am against using credit cards as the machines sometimes damage them or refuse payment, which is a real hassle). The motorway is about 4 lanes each way, stay middle-ish as after a couple of kms it divides into the A9 for Como, to the right and the A8 VARESE, LEFT, WHICH IS WHAT YOU WANT. Stay on the A8 for about 15 km. Careful, just after you pass the GALLARATE exit, the motorway divides again - DON'T go right, towards Varese; KEEP LEFT ON THE A8/A26 POSTED GENOVA AND GRAVELLONA TOCE.
You shortly come to a place where you have to pick up a motorway ticket, then
pass 2 exits (Besnate and Vergiate/Sesto Calende) before going through a series of tunnels and - in between - crossing the Ticino river. Get off at the next exit, CASTELLETTO TICINO (again, keep to the left-hand booths, not Viacard or Telepass). After paying the toll, follow the slip-road down, turn LEFT at end, posted NOVARA. Follow road round until you come out on main Arona-Novara road (SS32), where you turn RIGHT towards Novara). Stay on this road for about 4 km (ignore a large right fork posted Comignago-Gattico-Borgomanero and also pass various turns into Borgo Ticino). After passing a TAMOIL petrol station on your right and an AGIP on the left, take the next main turning RIGHT (it is signposted DIVIGNANO and there is also a large ad for the TORBIERA wildlife park. (If you come to a roundabout with a shopping centre on your left, you've gone too far along the Novara road! Go back towards Borgo Ticino and take the first LEFT after the roundabout!)
This road goes slightly uphill. Take the FIRST RIGHT, Via Conturbia, go straight for about 400 metres, then take a RIGHT TURN (Via Campo Militare) into the little hamlet of GAGNAGO (there is a large sign). After about 200 metres go (cautiously!) through a 'narrow passage' between two old houses, then take the FIRST LEFT, which is Via dei Cesari. Go straight down Via dei Cesari until you come to a T junction (asphalt ends), where you turn LEFT under the arch of the farmhouse at n.25. Remember to swing rightish as you approach the arch, so you can turn left and get through in one go if you car is small or medium size. If it is very large or has a poor lock you may need to manoeuvre slightly. Go straight on another 100 yards, road curves right into our drive - lined with silver birches. Our house is the left-hand portion and you can park right outside.
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Gaza's ruling Hamas will not stop arming itself because only a strong arsenal, not negotiations, can extract concessions from Israel, the No. 2 in the Islamic militant group told The Associated Press in an interview today.
The comments by Moussa Abu Marzouk, just three days after the worst bout of Israel-Hamas fighting in four years, signaled trouble ahead for Egyptian-brokered talks between the hostile neighbors on a new border deal.
Thus Hama, cowardly killers that they are, proves the whole cease fire is nothing more than a ruse to get Israel to stop defending itself while they re-load and fortify their positions; so they can do more killing later.
Who would have been stupid enough to believe anything else in the first place???
You can never trust Muslim's,liars and killers.


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GULFPORT, Miss. - A federal judge says Harrison County Sheriff George H. Payne Jr. made an honest mistake when the sheriff destroyed what he and other law officers thought were marijuana plants, and the plants turned out to be deer food.
Marion Waltman's attorney said this week that he is appealing U.S. District Judge Louis Guirola Jr.'s order in May that dismissed Waltman's civil lawsuit against Payne.
Waltman had claimed the sheriff violated his rights by destroying more than 500 kenaf plants grown as deer food.
Waltman sought a $255,000 settlement from the Sept. 8, 2003, raid on land leased for the Boarhog Hunting Club. Waltman, who had planted the kenaf, was watching a television news report when he saw inmate workers chopping down plants and heard the sheriff say the plants appeared to be marijuana.
Waltman, 55, of Pass Christian, declined to comment Tuesday. So did Payne.
Guirola determined that Payne was acting within his official capacity and within the scope of discretionary authority. Qualified immunity shields Payne from liability because his conduct was "objectively reasonable."
"The sheriff was faced with facts and circumstances which would lead a reasonable and prudent officer to conclude that the growing crop probably was marijuana," wrote Guirola.
"Virtually all of the law enforcement officers at the scene ... mistakenly identified the kenaf crop as marijuana. Thus, it was not objectively unreasonable for Sheriff Payne to reach the same conclusions."
Court records show an informant reported the crop as marijuana to state narcotics agents and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration officers. The plants were scattered among other plants, a technique common among marijuana growers, authorities said.
A field test on a sample plant did not identify it as marijuana. Payne ordered the plants seized and sent samples to the state Crime Lab.
Chet Nicholson, Waltman's attorney, said the Crime Lab's tests were inconclusive. A Mississippi State University test that Nicholson commissioned showed the plant was kenaf.
Guirola ruled that "an unconfirmed field test" does not indicate Payne acted unreasonably.


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The third race in the NHRA's 2014 Western Swing takes place this weekend, Friday through Sunday, August 1st through 3rd at Pacific Raceways in Kent, Washington, near Seattle. The O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Northwest Nationals presented by Super Start Batteries will feature three of the NHRA's Mello Yello Drag Racing Series classes – Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock – and several categories of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series will also be in competition in Seattle.
Pro qualifying for the NHRA Northwest Nationals begins Friday, August 1st at 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. PT, and concludes Saturday, August 2nd with two sessions at 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. PT. Eliminations get underway on Sunday, August 3rd at 11 a.m. PT.
Tickets are still available for the NHRA Northwest Nationals – full event passes are $118 (general admission) and $144 (reserved seating). Individual day passes are also available – Friday tickets start at $41, while Saturday and Sunday tickets start at $49. Fans can also add the Friday Finish Line Club package to their weekend ($50) – the package includes a catered lunch and beverages on Friday as well as guest appearances from drivers. Purchase tickets at www.nhratix.com.
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U.S. Embassy – International Public Procurement Best Practices Conference
Date: Monday, June 17, 2013
Time: 9:30 AM- 16:00 PM
Place: Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Auditorium Room)
The conference featured a series of introductions, presentations case studies and discussions on modernizing public procurement. The conference attendees had the opportunity to share views on procurement issues with the Greek and U.S. government officials. You may visit the links below to view the presentations of the conference speakers:
Accountability, Integrity and Transparency in Public Procurement
Promoting Participation from Suppliers in Public Procurement
Suspension & Debarment of Suppliers
U.S. Government Procurement System


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WizIQ presents a different type of online learning experience with popular and in-demand categories, including: Technology, Big Data, Project Management, Business, Finance, Languages, Wellness and Music. Learn more about it from this excerpt from a recent WizIQ press release.
"WizIQ, the online education company, is the only global education marketplace to offer live instructor-led online learning. The WizIQ Learning Marketplace is the most comprehensive teaching system currently available to educators, and it's for free. It is the only marketplace where anyone can start teaching live online - not live pre-recorded classes -- from anywhere in the world.
The WizIQ Learning Marketplace enables students to choose from courses offered by thousands of instructors. Educators and organizations can create a comprehensive quality online course – with live or self-paced instruction – in no time, and teach any learner or employee anywhere in the world. The courses on WizIQ are all created and owned by instructors, not WizIQ, providing complete freedom to educators and organizations to manage and charge for their content and teaching services any way they want."
I recently spoke with WizIQ founder and CEO Harman Singh about WizIQ's Learning Marketplace and the benefit of its live, instructor-led online learning.
MG: From a learner's standpoint, why is WizIQ the better option for online learning over CreativeLive?
HS: For learners, face-to-face learning in a classroom with an experienced teachers imposes accountability, inspires effort and promotes academic responsibility. Certain subjects such as languages, computer programming and mathematics are not inclined to self-directed learning.
WizIQ is the only global education marketplace to offer live, instructor-led online learning, where students can interact with their instructors and ask questions. We are using the technology to replicate the classroom experience, online, whereas other companies in the industry are more of a television-based teaching model where students just view the content, but cannot participate in a real-time conversation.
The WizIQ Learning Marketplace is an assortment of quality courses from subjects ranging from science & technology to music, arts and lifestyle. With such a variety, learners have more choices.
MG: I see that your WizIQ has a heavy focus on teachers teaching, correct?
HS: Absolutely. WizIQ was built keeping in mind that teachers drive education, not content. The teaching tools and Virtual Classroom that we designed support this thought process.
At WizIQ, we aspire to empower teachers all over the world with relevant and most recent technology to teach online; to create powerful courses and deliver them in real time to learners, from anywhere in the world.
We strongly believe that the teacher is an integral part of the education ecosystem and have started Massive Open Online Courses that cater to online teachers and their various requirements. (These MOOCs help new and experienced teachers to collaborate online via WizIQ, and assist each other in becoming self-sufficient in their online teaching business endeavors.
MG: Teachers can go to WizIQ and teach live. What is the oversight here?
HS: You don't need a degree or a qualification to be able to teach on WizIQ, however, we suggest that teachers should be subject matter experts in their respective fields. They should have useful knowledge to offer to students if they wish to be successful in selling their courses in the WizIQ Learning Marketplace.
This oversight is more of an opportunity that allows everyone to become an online teacher on WizIQ. There are so many people without a teaching certificate or degree who are capable of becoming great teachers. WizIQ gives such teachers a comprehensive platform, and establishes a channel whereby they can earn from their teaching endeavors.
We review all courses before publishing them on the Learning Marketplace. This is to make sure learners receive only quality in the courses they choose. We remain in constant contact with the educators to nullify spams and frauds.
MG: Could you provide a few comments on why learners should choose your site, quality teaching oversight for viewers (if any teacher can come into the WizIQ fold or quality controls in place), and if WizIQ has 24/7 customer service?
HS: All the courses listed on the WizIQ Learning Marketplace go through a rigorous process of review and audit. It is true that anyone can create a course on WizIQ, but only courses that pass our quality checks will be published publicly.
The WizIQ Learning Marketplace closely replicates the traditional classroom model by providing advanced features such as: face-to-face live instruction, assignments and lab work, real-time chat and poll features, etc. Such a high level of transparency builds trust between students and teachers, and allows a smooth and open communication channel between them.
We offer 24x7 avatar-based customer service to students on our site to get any questions answered before they enroll for a course. Additionally, refunds are available if students decide not to pursue a course after enrollment. The amount refunded depends on the amount of time spent/number of classes taken in that course. All course-related queries are also answered and listed on the WizIQ Helpdesk page.
MG: many MOOCs are giving certificates of completion. Are certificates given after a WizIQ course is completed? Are letters of completion available for learners to show their bosses that they've learned something via WizIQ
HS: The courses on WizIQ are teacher-owned, so it is up to the educator/owner of the course to enable Certificates of Completion. The information regarding these takeaways will always be projected on the course page, so that learners know beforehand.
The WizIQ Testing System is another way for learners to assess their performance in an online course and use that report to submit at their workplaces.
MG: I noticed that companies need to open an account on the WizIQ website and it costs money, correct? Please provide info on what is free and what comes with a cost?
HS: WizIQ's teaching system features a public and a private option for educators and organizations:
WizIQ Public Teaching System: WizIQ charges no commissions from educators. The platform is free for any educator who wishes to reach a global audience and uses WizIQ's teaching system to create, publish and conduct public courses in the WizIQ Learning Marketplace while collecting payment directly from students; the WizIQ platform allows educators to collect payments for public courses from students via WizIQ's payment processing system for a nominal processing service fee of 10 percent per transaction.
WizIQ Private Teaching System: For educators who prefer not to have their courses in the public marketplace, a private teaching system is available. Private instructors can collect payments directly or use WizIQ's payment system. The WizIQ private teaching system is free for individual educators for classes up to 10 attendees; an advanced features package is available with a subscription fee.
Organizations can start their 30-day free trial which will allow them to try out all the premium features for a month; a subscription costs as low as $57. Read full details on the WizIQ website.
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Mohandas Pai backs HR software firm Darwinbox
Launched in August, 2015, Hyderabad-based Darwinbox is a human resources technology and analytics company founded by Jayant Paleti, Rohit Chennamaneni and Chaitanya Peddi.
Crayon Software appointed Microsoft's cloud distribution partner
The partnership means that Crayon will own the complete customer life cycle,...
Dell sells software group to finance EMC acquisition
Dell announced in October a merger with EMC, the top multinational in computer storage a...
This video piracy software helps prevent leakage of sensitive information
It helps prevent inadvertent disclosure of trade secrets and other restricted information within a camera's field of view.
Francisco Partners, Elliott near Dell software deal: Sources
Buyout firm Francisco Partners and the private equity arm of activist hedge fund Elliott Management Corp are in advanced talks to acquire Dell Inc's software division.
HCL to distribute BlackBerry's enterprise software
BlackBerry has roped in HCL Infosystems as the national distributor of its enterprise products and solutions in India.
Apple makes Siri smarter, rolls out software improvements
Apple is working to make its iPhone and other gadgets smarter, responding to competitors' recent moves by building more artificial intelligence into its Siri digital assistant, photos, maps and other online services.
Apple makes Siri smarter, rolls out software improvements
Apple is working to make its iPhone and other gadgets smarter, responding to competitors' recent moves by building more artificial intelligence into its Siri digital assistant, photos, maps and other online services.
Apple makes Siri smarter, rolls out software improvements
Apple is working to make its iPhone and other gadgets smarter, responding to competitors' recent moves by building more artificial intelligence.
Paytm's payment bank to use Infosys' Finacle software to provide its services
The Alibaba-backed wallet and ecommerce company will continue to develop the customer-facing mobile applications by itself.
Software companies are selling with little restriction spying and hacking tools to governments
Though the target clients are often authoritarian states, the companies are frequently in the liberal democracies of Europe and America.
Itron looks to expand software Center of Excellence in Bengaluru
The centre will focus on software application development to support smart cities and smart grid deployments globally.
Batman-inspired software lets you squeeze smartphone to make calls
Engineers from University of Michigan have developed a Batman-inspired software that allows users to command their smartphones with pressure.
Apple partners with commercial software giant SAP
Apple is partnering with SAP to develop apps that run the German company's widely used business software on smartphones and tablets.
Draft software policy on cards; aims to address issues faced by software products ecosystem
The long-standing move is also likely to be announced by Ravi Shankar Prasad during the two-year celebrations of the Narendra Modi government.
Software, not boss, to have bigger say in SBI appraisals
The software will compare an employee's efficiency with peers in similar settings, and all incentives will be determined by this appraisal.
Swipe Elite Note review: Good features, but poor software implementation
Elite is brand from Swipe & latest smartphone in the series is Elite Note. At the asking price, the Elite Note is one of the cheapest phablets.
Buy Sonata Software with a target at Rs 159: Manas Jaiswal
Sonata Software is a low beta stock (-0.17) and is trading well below its 50-day, 100-day and 200-day moving averages at Rs 151.02, Rs 154.68 and Rs 154.44, respectively.
Smartphone health: Apple releases software for medical apps
While there are hundreds of health-related apps on the market, Apple wants to put its stamp on a new ecosystem of treatment programs.
27% growth in new jobs in May 2016 (YoY), IT-Software and ITES lead the industry wise job creation: Survey
Demand for professionals in IT-Software and ITES also witnessed an upsurge in the May'16 over May'15 index.
More than 60% mobile devices in India use ad-blocking software
Ad-blocking software could undercut the economic model, especially for media organizations struggling to make transitions from print to digital.
Indian software companies facing US ire, demands for India to open doors: R Chandrashekhar
We have an economy which is growing at 7.5 per cent one of the few economies growing at that pace that places us in a unique position, says Chandrashekhar.
BMTC buses fuel cost to be calculated using fuel automation software
BMTC depots have automatic fuel gauges and radio frequency identification tags on each bus to keep the account of of fuel that has gone into each bus.
WebGazer.js software turns users' webcams into eye-trackers
It turns integrated computer webcams into eye-trackers that can infer where on a webpage a user is looking and can be added to any website.
India's startup ecosystem mostly software driven, rarely about hardware
Finally, as all success stories go, it is the underlying passion that can take you through the arduous journey of building a product startup.
Government likely to release policy for software products industry soon
The country has innovative companies that have the potential to bring out world class software products, drafted policy to be out soon.
Infibeam posts Rs 1.95 crore profit in Q4 as software service revenue rises
Infibeam has posted a net profit of Rs 1.95 crore on revenues of Rs 75.6 crore in its maiden earnings results for the quarter ended March 31, 2016.
US court slaps penalty on TCS for stealing software
While has denied any infringement of US healthcare software firm Epic System's intellectual property and said it will appeal against the US jury award, experts feel that the case will cause significant reputation damage to TCS in the tight-knit healthcare market where Indian IT firms have been trying to build their brand and trust.
Batman-inspired software ForcePhone lets you squeeze smartphone to make call
The researchers used ultrasonic waves to replicate the effects of 3D touch without the need for a special screen technology.
Enterprise software makers Wingify invests in Vegfru
Enterprise software makers Wingify made an undisclosed investment in Vegfru, an online B2B marketplace for fruit and vegetable trade.
Bangladesh Bank hackers compromised SWIFT software, warning to be issued
SWIFT, a cooperative owned by 3,000 financial institutions, confirmed to Reuters that it was aware of malware targeting its client software.
Ford recalls 42,300 Figo, Aspire for software error
Ford India is issuing a voluntary safety recall for the two models built at the Sanand plant since the launch until April 12, 2016, the company said.
RCEP talks could affect startups by allowing patenting of computer software
If the clause being debated in RCEP goes through, it will mean opening up a Pandora's box of legal hassles for companies trying to innovate.
EU takes aim at Google's claims that mobile software is open to all
Google's claims are now under threat after Europe's antitrust authorities charged the company with unfairly using Android to promote its own services.
BMC Software India appoints Sunil Kumar Thakur as Country Manager
"We welcome Sunil to our team as we continue to grow our business in India. India is an important market for our DEM strategy," said Gavin Selkirk,.
ESDS Software expects to triple revenue next year
ESDS Software expects revenues to triple next year, having secured a US patent for its eNlight Cloud autoscaling technology.
Software engineer brutally murdered in Hyderabad
A software engineer was brutally murdered in Hyderabad. Police have registered case against unknown persons.
Girnar Software raises funds from Google Capital
The latest investment follows a $50 million funding round led by Hillhouse Capital, with participation from Sequoia Capital and Tybourne Capital, the company said in a statement.
Creo Mark 1 first impressions: Innovative software, uninspiring design
Bengaluru-based Creo is the latest to join the value for money Android smartphone bandwagon. The Creo team, known for its Teewe HDMI streaming stick, is testing waters with its Mark 1 smartphone priced at Rs 19,999 with the promise of monthly software updates.
Ramco Systems bags ERP software order from GMK Logistics
Enterprise software provider Ramco Systems has bagged ERP software order from Australia-based GMK Logistics for an "undisclosed sum".
Volkswagen delays recall of 160,000 cars due to software glitch
Volkswagen will slightly delay the recall of 160,000 Passat and Skoda cars in Europe after software updates aimed at fixing emission violations failed to work.
Sell Oracle Financial Services Software with a target of Rs 3,400: Mitesh Thacker
Sell Oracle Financial Services Software with a target of Rs 3,400 and a stop loss of Rs 3,556
It's been an exciting quarter with recognitions from global analysts: Vishnu R Dusad, Nucleus Software
"The largest size deal that we have bagged in FY16 is around $4 million."
NGT asks Mantri Tech Zone and Coremind Software and Services to take fresh clearances
Any further construction, the NGT said, should only be in the safe zone (that is 75 metres from the lake and 50 metres from the storm water drain).
Amazon drops encryption feature in Fire tablet software
Digital privacy advocates said that was not a good reason for discontinuing the feature.
Shell joins the likes of AstraZeneca, to insource software projects to its own centres
"We do have a significant number of vendors but my focus is to get it to a fewer number and be much more focused in our delivery ," Crotts said.
Education is strongest software to fight naxalism: IITian
Education is the "strongest software" to combat the problem of naxalism in the country says IITian Vatsalya Chauhan, a computer professional and son of a welder from Bihar.
Just Dial gains on share buyback, new software
Just Dial jumped as much as 3 per cent in trade on Thursday after the local search engine started buying back shares under its buyback program.
Google parent Alphabet's new bet: A software to untangle traffic snarls
As part of the deal, Sidewalk will work with seven finalists to develop a traffic management system that will be one of the company's core software products.


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Applications for 2016-2017 Resident Advisor (RA) positions must be submitted by January 27, 2016.
On this page, you will find more information about the position, link to the online application, and how to apply. Reviewing all of the RA Information will help you submit a more professional application and be better prepared for the interview.
RAs are a critical part of our Housing and Residence Life community. Is it hard work? Yes, but it is also rewarding work. RAs have the opportunity to impact the lives of their residents while gaining valuable leadership skills that will transfer to any career. We invite you to consider this step as part of your college experience. Browse through the information provided, ask questions, talk to your current RAs and RDs, and think about how being an RA can make a difference to you, Residence Life, and ETSU.
RA Application Process and Timeline:
RA applications are submitted online.
The application cannot be saved; therefore, you should review the questions and have all needed information before you get started. For example, you will need dates, names, addresses, and contact information for previous employment and supervisors as well as addresses and phone numbers for your personal references. All questions must be answered in order to submit the application. If a question does not apply to you, put N/A in the answer field. You will be asked to attach a copy of your unofficial transcript available to you from Goldlink. To do this, you will need to save the document as a file on your computer and upload into the application.
2.Individual Interview
Once your application is received, we will begin verifying your information and contacting references. Individual interviews will be held January 25 through February 19, 2016. You will be contacted by the RD conducting your individual interview. She/He will work with you to select a time that fits with your schedule
3.Group Interview
Two 8-hour group interviews have been scheduled, one for Friday, February 19, 9am to 5pm and another on Saturday, February 20, 9am to 5pm. You only need to attend one day for the entire time. Applicants will schedule their group interview by contacting Renée Couch at 439-6152 or firstname.lastname@example.com .
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|Vandals wrap up ITA Regional
LAS VEGAS – Idaho women's tennis player Victoria Lozano reached the round of 16 in singles at the ITA Mountain Regional Tournament before falling, advancing deeper into the draw than any other Vandal before being eliminated.
Lozano beat the No. 9 seed in the tournament, Denver's Caroline Schnell, to reach round of 16. Almudena Sanz won her first singles match to reach the round of 32 while Bety Flores and Galina Bykova each lost their first singles match. Both of Idaho's doubles pairings - Sanz teamed up with Lozano while Bykova and Flores played together - reached the round of 16 in the doubles draw.
"I am very pleased with this trip to Regionals," Idaho coach Myriam Sopel said. "I saw a lot of positive things. Every girl transferred what they've worked on since the beginning of the semester and learned from previous tournaments. They really imposed their own game and played great tennis and earn important wins against seeded players in the tournament."
Idaho has one remaining tournament on its fall schedule, the Bulldog Classic hosted by Fresno State Nov. 1-3.
"Looking forward, we will train hard for the next couple weeks to be ready for our last tournament of the fall in Fresno, where get a chance to face great competition before the spring season," Sopel said.