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Kyle McKenzie was 2-1 in nine appearances as a true freshman in 2010
Oct. 25, 2010
I chose Tulane because... it's a great balance of academics and athletics, and I wanted to come down South for school.
The best part about playing baseball at Tulane is... my teammates.
My goals for this season are... to go to Omaha.
Do you have any pregame rituals/superstitions? I ask Robby (Broach) if I can stand next to him during the national anthem, and then when he gets flustered and says, "You don't have to ask me every game," I turn and high five Karl.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of baseball? To go fishing.
What is your favorite food? Favorite Game Day Meal? The Crawfish Alfredo Pasta that we get before the games. It's unreal.
If you could play for any MLB team, who would it be? The Boston Red Sox. I grew up a die-hard Red Sox fan and it'd be awesome to play at Fenway Park.
Who was your idol growing up? Wile E. Coyote, because time and time again his plans to catch the Roadrunner failed but no matter what, he kept trying. I admire his perseverance.
What was your greatest memory from last season? Our Walk-off win against Rice on Friday night.
If you were not playing baseball, what would you be doing? Playing Division III hockey somewhere, attempting to live the dream.
What music do you like to listen to before a game? Underground rap.
What is your hidden talent? I can predict the future, it's a gift and a curse.
What is your favorite type of animal? A Wallaby, I plan to own one in the near future.
Why did the chicken cross the road? I don't know I wasn't there.
What is your favorite thing about New Orleans? The autumn.
If you were going to be stranded on an island and could have 3 things with you, what 3 items would you take with you? Two Friends and a bonfire. I don't really need much else.
What's something no one knows about you? My great-grandfather invented the playoff beard.
Vanilla or Chocolate? Twist.
What is the best road stadium/atmosphere that you have been in? East Carolina. The stadium was nice and the crowd was always had something to say.
One word that describes you as a person... Dirtdog.


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Newsletters, email, websites, blogs, You Tube, tweets – the mind boggles when it comes to the many methods we now have at our disposal to communicate with one another. What about you? What are the ways you use to communicate with your members? Here is what some of your colleagues had to say about their chapter communications.
MARTI GUERRA Newsletter editor, Centennial Education Faculty Association
We put out a monthly newsletter to all part-time instructors, which I edit. Additionally, we put out flyers as needed. Our union is a part-time instructors association.
CEFA allows me 12 hours a month at non-instructional pay (sometimes it takes more but I'm capped at 12). Anyone submitting articles need to do so electronically--otherwise it would take too much time just typing the articles. On a daily basis, I review emails received from CCA, CTA, NEA and the California Part -time Faculty Association. I also review articles sent from CTA and CCA Presidents. These emails keep us in touch w/national, state, and regional unions.
SAM HATCH Communications Officer, San Joaquin Delta College Teachers Association
We have a blog: sjdcwatch.blogspot.com. Lynn Hawley, our local secretary and director of our PAC, writes a monthly or bi-monthly news letter. We also have union listserv (firstname.lastname@example.com). We've done a great deal of phone tree work to keep members informed, and we've made a special effort to contact untenured and adjunct faculty.
In many cases, the only way we could reach adjuncts was to hire a colleague to do brief interviews with them and provide them packets of information on key union issues and contact information if they had questions. I have made fairly solid contacts with three of the local papers - the Lodi News-Sentinel, the Record, and the Tracy Press.
The local also communicated with several of the presidents of K-12 CTA locals. I found the local presidents helpful and willing to cooperate to advance our common interests. We certainly wouldn't have been nearly as successful in the last round of contract negotiations and the Board of Trustees elections last November without our ability to communicate effectively within the local and with the public.
BARBARA PRICE, Ed.D. President, Coast Community College Association
We have all our members (700+) e-mail addresses and we have a website where we put up announcements and articles, etc. We publish a newsletter 10 times a year and that gets put up on our website as well as is stuffed in all teachers' mailboxes throughout the district at six sites.
Check out the latest newsletter and some announcements at www.coastcca.com.
FERGUS G. CURRIE President, College of the Desert Adjunct Association
Every four to six weeks I send an email to all adjuncts using the College of the Desert email process and in this email I try to bring the adjuncts up to date on all issues that possibly relate to them and the college. I also attach the monthly report I present at the Board of Trustee meeting so they can see that I am addressing their concerns directly to the Board. Last year when the college was trying to make sure all faculty had TB tests and was having no luck, I sent an email letting them know that unless they got the test done within a specific period of time, the college could 'fire' them and the union would have a most difficult time defending them. None had paid any attention to college emails on the same subject but my email resulted in dozens of replies and the problem was solved.
This method of communication has meant increased involvement of the adjunct faculty in the affairs of both the union and the college. And it has allowed for rapid response to adjunct faculty problems and issues. Perfect? No. But better than anything tried previously for faculty who have little contact with the college except to come on campus, teach their classes and leave.
SUZANNE GRETZ President, Imperial Valley College CCA/CTA/NEA
We use a lot of different means to communicate, just like everyone else. Most common is email distribution through the on campus system. In the last contract our District agreed we could use the email system to communicate with members so we don't have any problems. In addition we have established a chapter website: www.ivccta.org We have lots of great stuff on there, including photos from our social events. One of our members acts as webmaster and we host off campus so it has minimal cost and is very convenient. Check it out.
JANE HAPROFF President, Sierra College Faculty Association
Our primary source of direct communication is our monthly newsletter, the Sentinel which always has a president's column as well as a column by the chief negotiator. We also have a section devoted to each center. In the past we have printed this and placed it in each faculty mail box, as well as making copies available all over campus. Two months ago we eliminated the hard copy and moved to digital, distributing it by email to all faculty. The effectiveness of this is yet to be seen. We also have a website, though it has not been fully developed and is not yet a place that most faculty think to go for information. We're working on changing that this coming year. We are in the process of updating the website, adding blogs for each of the board officers. A third way that we communicate is through periodic 'Updates' that I send out to faculty to let them know about important issues, changes, etc. These are usually short and to the point. Finally, we have a faculty breakfast twice a year at the beginning of each semester.
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We use email at Merced College. If it's something we want administration to see, we send it on the all full-time faculty link. If we want to keep things private, we email our representatives. Then they email out to their groups. This summer our MCFA webpage should be up and running for more private communications.
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Unfortunately, you can't simply just swap drives, as I think the motherboard on the xbox has a key embedded within it that "knows" its own drive brand and model number.
Option 1 would be the safest.
Hey, I modded my Xbox last Monday, apparently not realizing all the chatter bout the ban wave. I have not been banned yet *knock on wood* but played some MW2 at launch last night, and have been playing games over the past week. I have a Liteon with the latest firmware.
I have a few options, ranging in costs. Option 1: Grab another Xbox with MW2 to play online while the ban wave thing dies down? Then keep my modded one for playing backups offline? Cost: $160
Option 2: I kept my original Hitachi non-modded drive, should I swap drives, and play a original copy of MW2 online and be safe? Cost: $60
Option 3: Say screw it, and continue to play MW2 backup online with modded 360 and suffer consequences? Cost: $0. It should be noted, I have a launch Xbox which the modder told me will eventually RROD anyways.
I know the decision may seem easy but since I might already be "flagged" I am wondering if I can put off getting a new machine until I do eventually get banned (if that's what the consensus is what will happen.)
Thanks for the help.
Unfortunately, you can't simply just swap drives, as I think the motherboard on the xbox has a key embedded within it that "knows" its own drive brand and model number.
Option 1 would be the safest.
Are you sure, because both drives should be keyed for my xbox. If you know for sure, then I guess I really only have 2 options - buy a 2nd xbox or don't care.
The firmware is done to the drive, not the xbox right? So I was under the impression I could just connect the original DVD drive and ahve it work. Let me know if I am wrong.
That wont work, the console itself is banned not the drive, also dont forget about loosing the function of your HDD.Originally Posted by seanklowe
Get the second Xbox for online gaming. and unplug your flashed one from the interwebzz.
one for offline , one for online. Personaly i dont mind splashing £40 every now and again for a top game
My Xbox isn't banned atm. That's why I was asking if I can just swap drives now and wait out the ban wave.
Couldnt be for sure.
i mean theres alot of people that have been banned that are saying that they have flashed their drive and not even played a game yet.
My best advice. flip a coin Heads to put the non flashed drive in and tails to keep the flashed drive
yea to be honest, if you played MW2 online already i think you may be flagged, I'm sure thats one of the key games they are scanning xboxs for, and in my mind option 1 and 3 kind of go hand in hand, if u say scew it, you can just play online and stuff until you get banned and than you can just go buy a new xbox with MW2 when the time comes, or you can buy the new xbox now (or a used one from Marlin) and play MW2 online with the legit copy, and in that case u may never get banned, making the purchase of the new xbox null.. i say just buy the new xbox with mw2 if u want to play it safe


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It's Australia Day! Work or play?
It's Australia Day.
Yay, a day off, party time! Lamb, beers, prawns, sleep in. How are you spending it?
The funny thing is I know more people who'll be working on Australia Day than people who'll be having a day off. So that got me thinking. What does it actually mean to us? Cheap lamb, as Woolworths and Coles battle it out for our hard earned dollars? Time to spend with family and friends? A day to contemplate the state of our wonderful diverse country?
Now don't get me wrong. I love Australia Day. I applaud the choice of Geoffrey Rush as Australian at the Year. It's good to see a talented member of the Australian Arts community being recognised for his contribution. I love having a day we can celebrate being Australians but…
For many people this will be another day at work. For the police, the ambulance and paramedics, nurses and doctors, the SES, the pilots, cabin crew and airport staff (and there are too many departments to list), bus drivers, train drivers, taxi drivers etc, etc, etc, today is a slightly more stressful day than usual because they are working while others are celebrating. They probably crawled out of bed knowing their partner or family would pull the doona back over their heads and snuggle down to snooze. The way the weather's been these last few days anyone involved in public safety is going to face a tough day.
So this is a roundabout way of saying we should celebrate Australia every day, not just one day a year. There's much to be grateful for in our magnificent country. Enjoy it!!
7 Responses to "It's Australia Day! Work or play?"
Comment from Sandy
Time January 26, 2012 at 6:31 am
Here! Here! My Dad was a garbo, so he never got the day off unless it landed on the weekend and my other half…well you know the story there. In fact I believe he's visiting Emerald and Gladstone today.
I think we live in the best country on Earth and our easy going attitude is part of what makes it great.
And you forgot to mention writers as not having the day off. Although I doubt you'd find many who cry about it.
Comment from Helene
Time January 26, 2012 at 7:18 am
Do writers ever get a day off, Sandy?? GW certainly believes I don't but, as you say, we're not crying about!
Enjoy your day writing.
Comment from Cathy Howat
Time January 26, 2012 at 8:48 am
We will be taking it easy, Normally when I was nursing I would havew been rostered on in the ER to deal mwith all the drunks, fights, car smashes, stabbings, etc. When I was flying I might have had the day of, but I would have been out of the country so it would have been just another day
Comment from Helene
Time January 26, 2012 at 5:39 pm
Enjoy your day, Cathy, without the complications of a busy ER!
Flying certainly prevents most of us having a regular social life at home…
Comment from Cathy Howat
Time January 27, 2012 at 5:58 am
So does geting concussed by a druggie, mwhich is what happened the last Australia day I worked. Spent a week in bed with the world spinning!
Comment from jack
Time February 4, 2012 at 7:50 am
its their choice to work they could relax if they wanted take it easy like the british
Comment from Helene
Time February 5, 2012 at 9:09 am
Take it easy like the Brits? I thought you lot were all hard workers, Jack:-)


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Available positions in university of Torino
The Computer Science Department of University of Torino is seeking for candidates for the following positions:
POSITION 1. Research associate (hired as a two-years "assegno di ricerca", similar to a classical post-doc position)
POSITION2. Technical support engineer (hired as a short term technical/research staff)
The work will be framed in the research activities on methodologies and tools for parallel programming and could computing coordinated by Prof. Marco Aldinucci. In particular the research activities object of this call will be part of the EU project Paraphrase (EU-STREP FP7, 2011-2014, http://www.paraphrase-ict.eu) and will build on the successfull experience of previous research projects that have lead to the development of the Fastflow library ( http://di.unito.it/fastflow ).
- Languages and development tools for parallel programming: multi-core, GPGPUs, distributed platforms, and heterogenous platforms with a specific interest on pattern-based approaches.
- Nonblocking algorithms and lockless shared-memory programming: algorithm design and experimentation, theory of progress, transactional memories, memory allocation and garbage collection.
- Library development in support of the above activities
- Performance evaluation in support of the above developments
- High-performance applications: simulations (e.g. system biology, high-energy physics), high-performance streaming (e.g. image and video processing, data fusion).
POSITION1. Research Associate profile ("Assegno di ricerca"):
The candidate should have a PhD in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related fields, with particular expertise in one or more the above described research topics. The candidate should also have both theoretical and programming skills, and a international publication record and demonstrated ability to do collaborative as well as independent research. Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
- Salary ~1850 Euro/months AFTER TAXES. 2 years contract.
POSITION2. Technical support engineer profile (short term technical staff "Co.Co.Pro"):
- The candidate should have a MSc. (5 years curricula) or a PhD. in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related fields. The candidate should also have a strong programming skills (one or more among C, C++, Java, OpenCL, CUDA, MPI).
Specific expertise in one or more the above described research topics will be highly appreciated.
Fluency in written and spoken English or Italian is required.
- Salary: The actual salary will be dependent on the qualification of
the candidate with a maximum of 1600 Euro/month AFTER TAXES, with a duration that can vary up to 2 years and that should be agreed upon by both parties.
Flexible working hours. Full availability of equipments (personal laptop, several parallel computers and GPUs, Infiniband-connected cluster, etc.). Participation to high-quality international conferences and schools is encouraged and supported.
The contracts could start immediately (modulo the required administrative times, which can vary from 1 to 4 months depending on whether you need a VISA to work in Italy or not).
To apply please send a motivation letter and a detailed CV to Prof. Marco Aldinucci email@example.com
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text: It is with great honor and privilege that I personally introduce our June 2013 "Athlete Of The Month" Mr.Richard Shields. Honest, Humble and Passionate are a few words that I would use to describe this amazing man. Over the course of the past 4 and a half years I have spent over hundreds of hours Coaching, training and learning along side Mr.Shields. "Did you know that it takes over 10,000 hours to become an expert at something" he once asked me. No! I had no idea I said. He then asked me if I read and I respond back YES! I can read. No Coach Luke he said do you read books? Before I could answer he turned and said I have a book I would like you to read called "The talent code" by Daniel Coyle a visionary piece that looks deep into why and how we become uber talented and what it takes to be great.


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The beginning of school is just a few weeks away. One activity may kids look forward to is team sports, some for the first time. Parents, coaches and others need to review the signs and symptoms of many sports injuries before they happen. Of growing importance and awareness is the concussion.
Often undiagnosed or untreated in the past, a concussion is one head injury that is largely invisible at the time of onset. Lots of professional athletes have recently spoken up about the devastating life altering affects they have undergone as a result of concussions. . Recent lawsuits by former National Football League players against the league have raised exposure on the health impact of concussions on athletes – particularly their cumulative effect on the brain. How much more vulnerable are children!
While many doctors and medical institutions are calling for more research, adults can educate themselves on how to identify and care for a child with a concussion, concussion prevention during sports, post-concussion return to sports, and multiple concussion dangers.
Where once young athletes were encouraged to "tough it out" from all sports injuries, many schools have now instituted mandatory actions when a concussion is suspected or any head injury is reported. Emergency room visits from concussion suspected injuries has increased to over250,000 a year, according to Healthline News.
More males than females are treated for head injuries, as they participate in more contact type sports, such as football, hockey and wrestling and lacrosse. Head injuries are also increasing in female athletes, Girls also play soccer, lacrosse, and basketball, where injuries from contact and falls are frequent, too.
Students who have suffered one concussion stand a higher chance of suffering a second than those who have never had one.
The CDC has published a page, "Heads Up: Concussions in Youth Sports" with comprehensive information for students and parents to learn about head injuries, prevention, and care. It has a link to an action plan, a training module, free kits about concussion awareness and education, and lots of additional information for parents, coaches and athletes. Materials are available in both English and Spanish.
Before school starts, and a head injury derails the life of a young student, read, learn, and lobby schools to prevent concussions.
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Samsung Galaxy S II now official in US, heading to AT&T(Galaxy S II), T-Mobile, and Sprint(Epic 4G Touch)
The wait in the USA is finally over for the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S II. The device that is considered by many as the iPhone 5's main competition will be heading to three out of the four major US carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint. According to rumors, Verizon opted out on the Galaxy S II to instead exclusively launch the Droid Prime, the first Ice Cream Sandwich device, in October.
Sprint's variant of the Galaxy S II, the Epic 4G Touch, will spot a slightly larger screen at 4.52-inches and will run on Sprint's WiMax network.
T-Mobile's version(no name yet) will also feature the same large screen as the Epic 4G Touch and will run on T-Mobile's HSPA+ network.
AT&T's model will sport the original smaller 4.3-inch screen of the international version(and original name) and will run on AT&T's HSPA+ network. AT&T's Galaxy S II will also be the thinnest device on the market thanks to its smaller 1650 mAh battery inside as opposed to the normal 1800 mAh pack.
All devices will have the same 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, Super AMOLED Plus display, and a 8 megapixel camera with 1080p HD recording(Samsung mentioned they would include video editing software pre-installed on the device as well). They all will run on Gingerbread with Touchwiz 3.0.
Samsung has made some changes to TouchWiz 3.0 such as the getting rid of the chicklet tiles, making it easier to organize files into folders, and providing a cleaner UI in general. Social Hub has also been upgraded to support multiple social networks and to allow a good amount of control over them(ex: you can like, comment, and share a Facebook post within Social Hub). MediaHub now allows users to plug their device via HDMI cable to an HDTV and stream their movies onto the TV. Samsung Kies Air allows users to manage their digital content(music, photos, videos) from any computer wirelessly from a web browser. Samsung has also included some enterprise features that will appeal to business users such as improved security and IT management(remote wipe/backup).
Sprint's Epic 4G will arrive first on September 16th for $199.99 on a new two year contract. You will be able to pre-order the device soon by purchasing a $50 gift card. AT&T's Galaxy S II will arrive on September 18th, but we have no word on pricing yet. T-Mobile said that their version would be arriving sometime in the fall and didn't mention anything about a price. Follow


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– Posted on behalf of Michael Stephens –
Dear Australian library colleagues,
You may have seen the announcement earlier this year where I was appointed as the 2009 CAVAL Visiting Scholar. My research, "Measuring the Value and Effect of Learning 2.0 Programs in Libraries" will evaluate the impact of Learning 2.0 programs in Australia and the perceived levels of openness, transparency and trust by staff in organizations that have completed the course.
Now it's time for me to ask for your help!
If you have completed a 23 Things / Learning 2.0 program, I'd like to invite you to participate in an online survey.
Please take 10 to 15 minutes to complete this online survey.
If you have any questions or concerns about the survey, please contact me (email is on front of survey).
If have been the person responsible for developing and/or implementing a 23 Things / Learning 2.0 program for your library (single library service or a consortia program), please email your contact details to Warren Cheetham at CityLibraries Townsville (firstname.lastname@example.com). I have a special survey which Warren will send to you, just for people who have lead a learning 2.0 program.
Thank you for your participation in my research. I am looking forward to my trip to Australia in October!
Best wishes,
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ROSTOCK, Germany (AP) - Juergen Braehmer of Germany defeated Enzo Maccarinelli of Wales by technical knockout after five rounds Saturday to keep his WBA light heavyweight belt.
A doctor examined the eye in the third and fifth rounds, declaring the 33-year-old fit to continue both times.
''When you see it like that, you want to hit it even more. That's boxing,'' Braehmer said. ''I caught him well with my left. Then I wanted to be too spectacular. I wanted too much. It was good that it ended then.''
Just as the bell rang for the sixth to begin, Maccarinelli's trainer, Gary Lockett, stopped the bout.
''I can't let him go on. I can't let him go on,'' Lockett said.
The 35-year-old Braehmer improves to 43-2 (32 KOs) with the first successful defense of the title he won by beating American Marcus Oliveira in December.
Maccarinelli drops to 38-7 (30 KOs).
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Cabinets contain garage clutter.
It is time to clear clutter in the garage and shed. We had the whole winter (in Minnesota, anyway) to ignore the garage and shed areas of our home. If you are like me, those areas sometimes become dumping grounds for things you don't want to clutter up the more lived in areas of your home! Don't have a spot for it? Just take it out to the garage or put it in the shed...Here are some things to consider when clutter clearing the garage and shed.
First, let's sort out the problems with shed and garage clutter. To start with, it is insightful to recognize that we often aren't the only ones contributing to the clutter problems in these spaces. The garage and shed are used as a dumping ground by everyone in the family!
Tip 1: You didn't get into this clutter trouble by yourself, so let's all get together to unclutter these areas. If you weren't the only one putting things there, it isn't fair that you be the only one deciding what gets tossed, donated, or relocated. Besides, it is really difficult to decide what to do with someone else's stuff (it often is hard enough to make those clutter decisions about our own things).
Second, people often dread this chore for a variety of reasons (some of these are addressed below). It can be hard to get other family members to commit to helping you. You may be dragging your feet on this one yourself! Who wants to organize a damp, dirty, messy, awkward place?
Tip 2: With garage clutter (and you already know this), it doesn't make sense to park a vehicle, worth thousands of dollars, out in the elements because of maybe a few hundred dollars worth of clutter in the garage. It also helps to take a positive approach to clutter clearing these areas! Start with a plan or goal of what family members want to use this space for! In the case of a garage, this is the last place you see every time you leave your home and the first place you see every time you come home! Make this a pleasant location for you and everyone else in your household. You deserve that!
Third, items thrown in these areas often aren't small and manageable. Bulky, awkward items often wind up in the garage or shed because, well, they don't store easily and they take do take up a lot of space.
Tip 3: Pick a sunny warm day when you, and the other family members helping you, can pull these items out into the driveway or yard where this stuff will be easier to sort, clean, and organize. This won't work very well on a rainy, muddy, or cold day.
Fourth, it does take a lot of time to deal with the awkward clutter that winds up in the garage and shed. Things tend to be bulky, dusty, dirty, or broken. Sometimes there are chemicals that have been kept in these spots too. Clutter clearing is making a lot of decisions that have been postponed, and these decisions have already been postponed at least once--that's how they wound up in the garage!
Tip 4: Allow a large block of time to deal with garage clutter. It takes time to wash, repair, and haul away items or figure out how to properly dispose of any paints or other chemicals. If you set aside at least a half day, maybe more, you won't get frustrated at a job that only gets partially completed.
Finally, after the garage or shed has been emptied out, take the time to dust and sweep before organizing and putting things back. Knock down the cobwebs. Sweep out the sand and dirt! Clean the bugs out of the light fixtures. When things are back in place, go out for ice-cream! Give yourself credit for a difficult job well done.


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What the absolute fuck!Ever heard the term "rustled jimmies?" Well, right now, my jimmies have just be rustled beyond all comprehension.What the absolute fuck! by BladetheEchidna1
For those of you that know me, you know I have a sister. She's married and is now living in Australia with a man she met over the internet and barely knew for a few months before jumping head first into the marriage. Apparently, she's crying and screaming in her sleep about some bullshit some years ago. Her husband, Michael Lapthorne, has now taken to the internet (Facebook, specifically) and has just taken a shit all over my mothers reputation. He's blamed her and my father for everything that's happened to the bitch. Kaitlins been fucked up for as long as I remember. Every issue she's had, with her mental issues, her puking, and her unbelievable hatred for anything that isn't her or similar to her, has been on account of her friends and her stupid life choices. Michael Lapthorne has spewed lies and hatred over the public domain of Facebook. Saying Cole and me are malnouri


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The only problem with the production of "Chicago" that opened at the Bank of America Theatre Feb. 26 is that it is in its namesake town only through March 2, 2014.
Having seen both the good and the bad, fine interpretations and supposedly professional productions that would have given choreographer and book co-writer Bob Fosse a migraine, it was a pleasure to witness a "Chicago" where the orchestration, singing and dancing hit Fosse's exacting standards.
Bianca Marroquin who played Roxie Hart on Broadway in 2002 nailed the role with her dance moves while exuding a charming personality meant to deceive. TV watchers of "Seinfeld" would expect John O'Hurley, alter ego J. Peterman, to be a suave Billy Flynn but he probably surprised some audience members with his fine voice.
Broadway, film and TV star Carol Woods brought down the house as Matron "Mama" Morton with "When You're Good to Mama."
Terra C. MacLeod's cool interpretation of Velma Kelly, a role she has played from Broadway to foreign premieres and on tour, is the right balance to Marroquin's energetic Roxie.
Ron Orbach was believable as Roxie's nebbish husband, Amos.
Of course with a show originally choreographed by Fosse, later adapted by Ann Reinking on Broadway and re-created by David Bushman, you would expect exceptional dancing. After all, it includes the famed "All That Jazz" number.
Among the many good points of the current production is the overall high dance ability. MacLeod, Marroquin and the Company: "The Boys" and The Girls," were all amazingly adept.
In "Chicago" the orchestra is always placed front and center, almost as another character. Conductor Jesse Kissel and the orchestra did justice to John Kander's music with their "Razzle" dazzling beat.
The book by Fred Ebb and Fosse and lyrics by Ebb, takes a light-hearted approach to the free-wheeling, gangster-style reputation of Chicago in the late 1920's. Directed by David Hyslop, the current production fortunately builds on its spoof of criminal activity and news reporters' hunger for headlines with exaggerated actions and clever acting.
This touring production of "Chicago" is highly entertaining and good enough to see again.
Details: "Chicago" is at the Bank of America Theatre at 18 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL through March 2, 2014. As part of Broadway in Chicago, more information and tickets are at www.BroadwayinChicago.com and 800-775-2000.


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On Monday, officials at Ruby Memorial Hospital said Harold Statler was listed in fair condition. He's been in the hospital ever since he crashed into the back of a tractor trailer on January 17.
Officials at Ruby said Statler is in critical condition at the hospital.
According to State Police, the driver of the SUV is named Harold Statler. There's still no official word on his condition from Ruby Memorial Hospital representatives, but crews on the scene of the crash didn't believe his life was in danger.
Investigators claim a tractor trailer was turning and Statler wasn't able to maintain control of his SUV.
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One man had to be cut out of his vehicle after an accident in Monongalia County Friday afternoon.
The accident happened around noon outside Morgantown city limits on Blue Horizon Drive. An SUV somehow crashed into the back of a tractor trailer.
The driver of the SUV had to be cut out of his vehicle and was taken to Ruby Memorial Hospital by EMS. The full extent of his injuries are unknown at this time, but emergency officials on scene told 5 News that they believed the man suffered serious injuries. The driver of the tractor trailer was not hurt.
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Can Fast-Food Customers Be Nudged to Make Healthier Choices?
How to steer fast-food diners to order salads instead of french fries and frozen yogurt rather than ice cream? Tell them what to eat — and the difference it makes in terms of calories and cholesterol. That's the conclusion of an experiment at outposts of Burgerville, a Pacific Northwest chain with 39 restaurants in Oregon and Washington.
Researchers Kelly Bedard and Peter J. Kuhn, of the University of California, Santa Barbara, published their findings in "Making Nutritional Information Digestible: Effects of a Receipt-Based Intervention on Restaurant Purchases."
During the experiment, which ran between January 2008 and May 2010, Burgerville outlets weren't required to post calorie information about their menu, which today includes milkshakes, breakfast burritos and fish & chips. Burgerville customers, after paying for their food, received sales receipts replete with targeted suggestions about how their orders could have been healthier. For example, an order for a hamburger might prompt the recommendation: "Did you know if you held the mayonnaise on a burger you would cut your fat intake by 57%, or 15 grams?" In addition, the receipts suggested replacements for healthier, less fatty fare, such as apples rather than French fries in children's meals.
The researchers found that dietary recommendations changed customers' behavior. The informational and motivational messages on the receipts led to an average 2.1% drop in cholesterol per transaction. While diners consumed less fat, their total calories purchased didn't change much.
After just a few months of the special receipts, ice cream sales at Burgervilles declined. In addition, after the receipts were introduced, more diners ordered grilled chicken sandwiches, bought side salads and asked for "no sauce" on their food. Of course, the steady calorie count also could indicate that calorie-counting in one part of the meal was countered by a splurge elsewhere.
Tracking the Data
The blackout on much U.S. economic data during October's 16-day federal government shutdown sparked a new appreciation for indicators, to get a handle on where the economy is and where it is headed. Some of those data are part of a new approach to understanding the river of macroeconomic data about the U.S. The idea was put forth by Alessandro Beber of Cass Business School at City University London, Michael Brandt of Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and Maurizio Luisi, in "Distilling the Macroeconomic News Flow". The authors propose a model for looking at data at a daily level, the way financial markets absorb the information — and not just at weekly, monthly or quarterly intervals.
In a bid to provide more accurate real-time economic readings, as well as forecasts, the authors gathered data from thousands of announcements from the government, the Federal Reserve and others, on indicators such as producer prices and the unemployment rate. Putting together real-time information in four areas: inflation, output, employment, and macroeconomic sentiment, they found, yielded more accurate economic forecasts.
Building Character
James Heckman and Tim Kautz of the University of Chicago examine recent research on character and how to foster and assess it. Most tests of children gauge learning and intelligence, but not their character skills, which researchers break down into five broad categories: openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness and neuroticism.
The subject isn't trivial. In "Fostering and Measuring Skills: Interventions That Improve Character and Cognition," the authors note that "a growing body of empirical research shows that character skills rival IQ in predicting educational attainment, labor market success, health, and criminality. Both cognitive and character skills are crucial to success in economic and social life."
While a strong family and school environment are key to establishing character skills in young children, those without such advantages can still pick up some essential skills in adolescence. The good news is that character skills—and cognitive ones—can be learned at different times in life. The less-good news is that such learning is easier at some ages than others.


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Bloomberg Will Finish Third Term Unless He Dies
Or is totally incapacitated.
Amid gossip that President Obama may want Mayor Bloomberg to join the administration as Treasury secretary a rumor that the White House flatly denies Hizzoner was asked today whether he could be seduced from his current position running New York City under any circumstances, which presumably includes both Treasury secretary and a run for the presidency. Bloomberg responded with what is becoming his favorite type of humor, that is, humor regarding his own death.
"Yes," the mayor replied.
"What are they?" asked Seifman.
"If I died," Bloomberg said.
When [the Post's Dave] Seifman asked if there were any others, the mayor added, "I don't think there's any I suppose total incapacitation would also. Short of that, I can't think of any."
You really never know Bloomberg obviously wants to be relevant nationally in some way but it makes sense that he would want to stick out his full term as mayor. After all, the man spent $108,000,000 of his own money to get elected a third time. Leaving just eight months after being sworn in would be like buying a new high-def flat-screen TV, watching two episodes of Kate Plus Eight, and then throwing it out the window.
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Suppose I want to prove that a given symmetric encryption scheme is not IND-CPA secure. The first thing I do is to define a specific adversary that attacks the scheme. How can I proof neatly, (using the game where A chooses two messages and is given a ciphertext $c$) that the adversary indeed almost always can determine which of the two messages is encrypted? So the result must be $Pr[$Game$_A^{CPA}(n)=1]-\frac{1}{2}$ is non-negligible. I get stuck in using the probabilities. Like what exactly does $Pr[$Game$_A^{CPA}(n)=1]$ (where $n$ is a security parameter)mean? Is it $Pr$[A outputs 1 and $c$ is the encryption of message1] + $Pr$[A outputs 0 and $c$ is the encryption of message0]? The output of A (guessing the right message) depends on the ciphertext so I am a bit confused.
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Seems like you're getting confused between two different notations. Generally, in the experiment, adversary $A$ will output a bit $b'$. So, we have the following notations which refer to the bit $b'$ output by $A$: $$Pr[A(n)=1]$$ and $$Pr[A(n)=0]$$
Now, $A$ is said to have won the experiment if $b'=b$ and that is captured by the following notation. Here, we are interested in the outcome of the experiment. $$Pr[Game_A^{CPA}(n)=1]$$
The $=1$ in the above should not be confused with $A$'s output. Rather $1$ means $A$ wins (i.e. $b'=b$) and $0$ means $A$ loses (i.e. $b' \neq b$)


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Nairobi — The Supreme Court on Thursday reinstated Okoth Obado as Migori Governor and ordered the petitioner, Edward Oyugi, to pay costs of the Appellate and High Court suits.
The Supreme Court judges faulted the Appellate Court for failing to consider material facts in the petition and overstepping its mandate in reviewing new evidence.
"We have made the following findings... that the judgment of the Court of Appeal annulling the election of Zachariah Okoth Obado as Governor for Migori County is hereby set aside," the ruling delivered by the Supreme Court judges stated.
"For avoidance of doubt, declaration of the result of the election by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission in respect of the seat of Governor of Migori County is hereby restored."
READ Appeal Court nullifies Obado's win as Migori Governor
Governor Obado welcomed the Supreme Court ruling, saying, he is now focused on developing Migori County.
"God is great... it is now time to go back and work for the good of Migori County," he said amid cheers from his supporters who had accompanied him to the court.
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Yeah, I definately agree about LS revan, the characters and story are written in a far more linear way, the characters are good people, and that doesn't really change. Personally I think Revan should be male, i don't really know why, partly because I'm male i guess and I can relate to a male protagonist better, also because of how unconvincing Carth's romance seems, but it just seems to fit better.
The second game's storyline is far more non-linear as you were saying about the wavering characters, so I think both LS and DS fit well in the second game, also male and female both work well for the exile for different reasons, although i normally go male simply because handmaiden is a far more interesting character than mical, who seems like a bit of a dropkick, also Kreia's obsession with the exile could be partly inspired by attraction (yes i suppose kreia could be a lesbian but i doubt it).
as for the cutting away from the kiddies getting chopped, I thought the way he did it was great. Remember, the movie is still for all ages, even though it is darker than the others, showing him chopping them to bits would not be a good decision in terms of the reputation of the movie, the fact that he killed them at all is enough.
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Apple are still adding piles of new users to iTunes, but just how many are they adding on a daily basis? According to Horace Dediu of Asymco, the Cupertino-based giant are adding around 500,000 new iTunes accounts each and every day.
If they keep this pace, they'll have added another 100 million iTunes accounts before the end of the year. There may be more users on iTunes, but revenue per account has actually dropped over the last couple of years. Dediu noted that each of the 575 million accounts generates half as much revenue, or $3.20 per month compared to Apple's 100 million iTunes accounts did in 2009.


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The Newport Jazz Festival takes place August 6-8 at the International Tennis Hall of Fame at Newport Casino and at Fort Adams State Park. Wynton Marsalis, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock are among the performers at this event produced by George Wein's New Festival Productions.
Jon Faddis and his quartet will appear on the Harbor Stage on August 8 and he will be a guest artist with Arturo O'Farrill and his Latin Jazz Orchestra on the Fort Stage the same day.


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Now that the Everglades's natural water flow has been altered to civilize Florida, civilization is attempting to alter the wetlands again, this time to save the Everglades.
Miami-Dade County—one of the largest in the country—has appointed longtime employee Esther Calas as its new director of public works. Calas, who joined the department in 1976 as an engineering drafter, replaces Aristides Rivera, who is retiring after 32 years with the county.
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Many companies keep some of their profits in low tax jurisdictions that are not their main place of business. Governments in high tax jurisdictions often object to such practices and have sought to make it more difficult.
Last year, the UK announced it would introduce a "General Anti-Abuse Rule" that would give domestic tax authorities wide powers to impose taxes on companies that have, otherwise legally, kept profits in lower-tax jurisdictions. Other jurisdictions – most notably the US – attempt to tax companies on their worldwide profits, including those made by "controlled foreign corporations". Both approaches have perverse and economically harmful consequences.
A far better solution is to permit territorial taxation, with clear, non-arbitrary rules.
In a report published on 28 November last year, the British government's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) claimed that it is "immoral" for a foreign corporation to minimise its tax obligations – and that such action is also economically harmful because it disadvantages British businesses. The PAC singled out Starbucks, Google and Amazon for such practices, leading to a flurry of media attention to these allegedly immoral companies.
Starbucks quickly caved in to what its executives presumably thought was a burgeoning PR problem and on 2 December offered to pay an additional $32 million on top of the $14 million it has already paid to the British government in corporation taxes.
Google refused to pay more taxes than it legally owes – and for good reason. According to a report in The Independent on 13 December, the company's Chairman Eric Schmidt said that "… to go back to shareholders and say, 'We looked at 200 countries but felt sorry for those British people so we want to [pay them more]', there is probably some law against doing that."
Even if it is not strictly illegal for companies to pay more tax than legally required in any jurisdiction, it is at the very least an abuse of shareholders' trust. In other words, the PAC had it precisely backwards: it is immoral for companies not to shift their profits to low tax jurisdictions if it increases their profitability.
But what of the other claim: that such practices harm the British economy? Again this is based on faulty logic. Currently, any British citizen may legally establish a company in another country, remit payments there and thereby avoid British corporation tax.
This is a bit of a simplification: it actually takes careful planning because the UK has developed rules to attempt to ensure individuals and companies don't escape tax just through accounting tricks, but if you follow those rules you can shift income outside either country perfectly legally. So, the PAC's assertion that the tax rules disadvantage "British" businesses is true only in the tautological sense that it means businesses that are domiciled for tax purposes in Britain end up paying more tax than businesses tax-domiciled elsewhere.
Moreover, the rules do not disadvantage British entrepreneurs. Quite the opposite: they enable such entrepreneurs legally to avoid paying high corporation tax rates. As a result, those entrepreneurs, and the companies they own, are better able to reinvest in their business – to the benefit of customers, employees and the wider public.
Reinvestment often results in innovations that raise productivity and/or create products or services, with associated benefits to consumers and/or other producers. Over time, this process of innovation leads to economic growth. Thousands of entrepreneurs already do this, from small businesses all the way to Richard Branson's Virgin Group. And the internet has significantly reduced the cost and difficulty of establishing a company in a foreign jurisdiction.
By enabling British entrepreneurs to build businesses that are tax-domiciled in another jurisdiction, the current rules also discourage excessive taxation of businesses that are tax-domiciled in Britain. The government knows that entrepreneurs have a choice, so it is forced to keep British taxes somewhat competitive, with a top corporate rate of 28 per cent. It also imposes some restraint on individual taxation, since lower individual taxes encourage entrepreneurs with foreign tax-domiciled businesses to locate in Britain. That is why Britain offers individuals who are resident but not domiciled in the UK the option of paying a flat tax of £30,000 per year, rising to £50,000 for individuals who have lived in the UK for 12 years or more.
By contrast, companies tax-domiciled in the US are required to report profits on their worldwide income, including those generated by "controlled foreign corporations" (CFCs) – companies in which the US corporation is a significant shareholder.
However, companies may defer the declaration of profits until they bring the money into the US. Since the profits accruing to CFCs can only be distributed to shareholders after they are repatriated to the US, multinational companies face a quandary: do they continue to reinvest in their CFCs or do they bring home the bacon? It turns out that to a considerable degree, they choose reinvestment. The non-partisan Tax Foundation puts the total assets held overseas by US corporations at approximately $1.7 trillion.
A recent report for the Wall Street Journal found that last year alone sixty of the US's largest publicly listed companies parked a total of $166 billion in assets offshore. Several of these companies reported little or no profit in the US, while reporting billions of dollars in "deferred" profits in their CFCs.
At some point, however, shareholders are going to want to see a return on their investment. One option is simply to reincorporate overseas and grant existing US investors stock in the new company equal in value to their US stock. Risk management company Aon moved its incorporation to the UK in 2012, reducing its tax bill by about 5 per cent according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. The same report noted that 10 publicly listed US companies had reincorporated or planned to reincorporate since 2009.
But reincorporation is time consuming and expensive – often requiring changes in accounting practices, personnel relocation and other adjustments. Perhaps that explains the recent formation of Let's Invest for Tomorrow (LIFT America), a coalition of US businesses seeking to shift the US to a system of territorial taxation.
Under such a system, companies would only be taxed on the profits made in the US; profits made overseas would be taxed, if at all, in the jurisdiction in which they were made. A territorial tax system would likely encourage US businesses to repatriate a much higher proportion of their overseas profits. As a result, rates of investment in the US – both by those businesses with CFCs and by their shareholders – would rise, which would likely result in more rapid economic growth.
The US could go further: if it were to eliminate most or all of the existing corporate deductions, which range from R&D tax credits and accelerated depreciation to investments in municipal bonds, it could reduce rates of corporation tax without impacting government revenue.
This would result in fewer distortions to the allocation of investments, which – all else being equal – would result in more investments that generate improvements in products and production processes. Over time, this would generate higher rates of economic growth, which in turn would lead to more revenue to the government. Indeed, a scenario can be imagined in which the US government sequentially lowers rates of corporate taxation, while maintaining revenue from a combination of corporation tax and income tax.
To see how this would work, consider that the British government currently nets approximately 9 per cent of its total revenue from business taxes. By comparison, the United States, where the top rate of corporation tax is 7 per cent higher than the UK at 35 per cent, nets only 8 per cent of its income from business taxes. The Tax Foundation recently estimated that the dynamic revenue-maximizing rate of corporate taxation would be 14 per cent. But in the same study, the Tax Foundation notes that the optimal corporate tax rate is zero:
Meanwhile, for those companies that can't be caught by the GAAR, Osborne pledged to work with the G8 to establish international rules that would make it more difficult for companies to locate in low-tax jurisdictions.
No specifics were given but presumably the intention would be to coordinate tax rules so that companies tax-domiciled in lower tax jurisdictions would be forced to pay punitive taxes on their operations in G8 countries. The potential for mischief to result from such an agreement seems huge; one can imagine all kinds of protectionist trade and investment restrictions emerging that would harm everyone except a few vested interests.
In announcing his clampdown on "abusive tax avoidance" and his commitment to the establishment of a global tax oligopoly run by the G8, Osborne was perhaps responding to pressure created by the Public Accounts Committee. If so, that would be a pity as his response is likely to undermine tax competition, resulting in higher tax rates. Those higher tax rates would in turn reduce investment and economic growth in Britain and around the world. Over time, lower rates of economic growth mean reduced tax revenue. Given that Britain, like the US, is currently facing a prolonged fiscal crisis, with government debt forecast to remain close to 100 per cent of GDP for many years, that is a miserable prospect. Osborne knows that high taxes are bad for businesses and bad for the economy. In his Autumn Statement he observed, "Punitive tax rates do nothing to raise money, and simply discourage enterprise and investment into Britain. … HMRC data reveals that in the first year of the 50 per cent tax rate, tax revenues from the rich fell by £7 billion and the number of people declaring incomes over one million pounds fell by a half. A tax raid on the rich that raises almost no money is a con." In the most recent March Budget, Osborne announced that he would cut the top rate of corporation tax to 20 per cent from 2015.Osborne's commitment to corporation cutting tax is a much more constructive solution to the problem of tax avoidance. Obama should do the same – and should also introduce territorial taxation. And governments everywhere should eliminate deductions. That way people and companies would have both fewer options to avoid paying tax and less reason to do so: taxes would be lower and fairer. Moreover, since tax deductions distort investment, their removal would mean more resources would flow into investments that yield innovation and growth. Over time, competition in the setting of corporate tax rates, would lead to lower, flatter rates with fewer deductions. Ultimately, governments might scrap corporate taxes altogether. The benefits of that would be enormous.


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The emerald ash borer is a new, significant threat to the urban and rural forests of Iowa. First identified 2002 in southeastern Michigan, this exotic beetle has destroyed millions of ash trees in southeast Michigan, and adjacent parts of Indiana and Ohio, as well as Ontario, Canada. It has also been found in northeast Illinois, as well as nursery trees shipped to Maryland and Virginia. The threat for an Iowa invasion is significant because statewide, there are over 400,000 acres of ash trees (green, white and black) in bottomland and upland forests (2004 USDA Forest Service, forest inventory data). Moreover, an estimated 20-25% of public trees in Iowa cities are green ash; in some communities (e.g. Cherokee, IA) green ash comprises over 70% of the public trees.
To bring together various agencies and organizations to develop a readiness plan that prepares urban and rural forestry stakeholders for the activities and impact of the emerald ash borer. The plan will reduce the likelihood of an emerald ash borer introduction into Iowa, and to find, contain and eradicate emerald ash borer if it arrives.
A response plan for Illinois was transformed by MH Shour to fit Iowas situations and organizations. Several meetings and drafts of the document brought together the following forestry stakeholders: Iowa Arborists Association; Iowa Association of County Conservation Boards; Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship State Entomologists Office; Iowa Department of Natural Resources Forestry Bureau; Iowa Horticultural Society; Iowa Nursery & Landscape Association; Iowa State University; Iowa State University Extension; United States Army Corps of Engineers; United States Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Service, Plant Protection Quarantine; U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service; and U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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RIT Makes Final Weekend in Third Season of Division I Postseason Eligibility
"Let's win this game for all the small schools that never had a chance to get here."
– Merle Webb, "Hoosiers"
The bus pulled on to the Rochester Institute of Technology campus at 2 a.m. Sunday. The electronic marquee on the front of the bus read: "RIT HOCKEY. WHO ARE THESE GUYS?"
The college hockey world is asking that question, but the thousands of fans who welcomed the RIT Tigers back to campus in the wee hours of the morning after a stunning and improbable weekend of hockey in Albany know very well who these guys are. They are NCAA East Regional champions, and one of four teams left in the quest for a national title.
No scholarships. No draft picks. No former RIT player in the 48-year history of the program has played a minute in the NHL. The Tigers are in just their fifth season in Division I, and just the third where they were eligible for postseason play of any kind.
But they are a team in the old-fashioned sense, a solid, mature group of players with great chemistry who roll four lines and played with more poise and confidence than their higher-ranked opponents.
The Tigers shocked Denver 2-1 on Friday thanks to great goaltending and intense but poised team defense. But they were even scarier on Saturday, dominating New Hampshire for most of the game and blowing the doors off the Wildcats with three goals in a 94-second span in the second period en route to a 6-2 win. This was no fluke.
"One thing I can tell you is that the 30 guys in our dressing room definitely believed it," said RIT captain Dan Ringwald. "We expected to win and we still expect to win. A lot of the outsiders didn't give us a chance, but we just take that in stride, accept it for what it is and still go out there and approach the game the same way."
The Tigers are building on a winning tradition that dates to a Division II national title in 1983 and a Division III championship in 1985.
"We're here because of all the players and coaches that came before us," said RIT coach Wayne Wilson, who has been at the helm through the transition from a D-III powerhouse to a … D-I powerhouse?
"There has always been a winning tradition back to the Division II and Division III days, winning and competing for national titles. We built on what those players accomplished.
"It's a little unbelievable, just the calmness of the players and the way they go about their work. It's great to be an AHA representative and the first in the Frozen Four."
"I think we proved tonight we can't be overlooked," goaltender Jared DeMichiel said on Saturday. "Our team was excited to be here; we know we've played strong in and out of conference. We're just worried about ourselves and playing our game."
"We're just 16 teams here trying to win a hockey game; we don't really look at conferences," said sophomore forward Cameron Burt. "We put our skates on just like they do."
Burt, RIT's leading scorer and a Detroit native, has a tattoo that reads "King of My City." He's already the king of RIT, whose fans outnumbered and outcheered the opposition last weekend.
"Our fans have been outstanding since I first got the job 11 years ago," Wilson said. "We have a very strong following and with a game like tonight, we can build off that. Frank Ritter Arena only holds 2,100, but it's as good an environment as any team in any league can play in. We're proud of our fans, facilities, and our school."
Ritter Arena is arguably the loudest rink in college hockey, and Albany got a taste of it with a sea of orange that was standing and screaming for 120 minutes.
"[RIT] is an unbelievable place to play, and the fans came out and pumped us up [in Albany]," said Ringwald. "We have the best fans in the conference. We sell out every game and it's a great atmosphere. … Hopefully a few more people know who RIT is now."
RIT is going to have to share the Tigers with the rest of America. The secret's out.
"We don't think of the underdog role or David vs. Goliath; we don't care about that," DeMichiel said. "We worry about ourselves. We want to give Atlantic Hockey the respect it deserves. We want to prove to the nation we can play."
DeMichiel is almost 25, as are some of the other seniors. RIT's average age is close to 23, with most freshmen arriving on campus at 20, having played their full allotment of junior hockey. And they all graduate.
"I think we've only lost one player early to the pros in the 11 years that I've been here," said Wilson. It's nice to have players that are focused on [RIT] and not where their next stop is going to be."
Back at RIT early Sunday morning, the orange Zamboni with tiger stripes was driven from the rink and did laps in a traffic circle as the crowd cheered, waiting for the bus and its police escort to arrive. When the players disembarked, the crowd surged forward and carried several on its shoulders, allowing them to surf through the throng. The school known for its brickwork architecture, bad weather and strong academics has never seen anything like this.
The Chinese say that this is the Year of the Tiger. Who knew they were hockey fans?
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Season 2, Episode 29 (1952) - A young wealthy widow begins dating a European man who romances her as part of an elaborate and despicable con game.
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Mtv has reportedly been in negotiations with the cast-mates from the hit reality series. According to many media outlets a source says that Mtv is now offering the cast $10,000 per episode. Mtv originally offered the cast $5,000 per episode plus a signing bonus of $10,000. The cast is negotiating as a whole in the same style the cast of Friends did with NBC in 2002.
I know for many the $5,000 an episode sounded great, but keep in perspective what Mtv is paying the cast of the Hills. Lauren Conrad was making over $125,000 an episode before he departure from the hit Mtv show. Also we can not forget the deal Sharon Osbourne got for the second season of the Osbournes. Sharon Osbourne struck a $20 million deal paying each family member $5 million.
According to ABC News shows like Jersey Shore and Teen Mom has helped Mtv's parent company Viacom. The network has been struggling for ratings since 2006. The Jersey Shore has become the top prime time show on Thursday night for ages 12-34.
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Wilmington University is pleased to announce that the Homeland Security concentration is now being offered as a separate Master's degree. Additional information regarding the Master of Science in Homeland Security is available in the University catalog.
This concentration focuses on gaining an understanding and a working knowledge of major issues in Homeland Security. Students will broaden their base of knowledge through examination of current topics in Homeland Security with an emphasis on modern terrorism, risk assessment and management, as well as the practical legal implications involved.
Core Courses
Five courses as listed on the course requirements page.
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MAJ 7000 Contemporary Issues in Homeland Security
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New electives and special topics are added based upon changes in the discipline and the identified needs and interests of the students.
Qualified candidates must hold a master's degree in criminal justice or a related discipline from an accredited institution, apply to the Certificate Program and meet all admissions requirements for the Master of Science in Homeland Security Program as listed above. Applicants will have the option to petition for review of up to six credits of previous graduate work as it applies to this program.
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African Wind Power 3.6
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We have the AWP3.6 model available in various voltages. The model number refers to the rotor diameter in meters (11.8 ft), not the machine's maximum power production.
The AWP3.6 has approximately a 1 kilowatt peak output. It produces more kilowatt hours of energy per rated watt than machines that have comparatively smaller rotor diameters.
These machines are suited to get the most energy from low to moderate wind sites. They are simple, sturdy and dependable. They are also very affordable.
Direct grid connect system without batteries. We can now offer a 110v AWP 3.6 machine with an SMA Windy Boy Inverter, along with a controller and diversion load for $5499.97.
This system is perfect for on-grid applications. It produces significantly more energy because the inverter allows the generator and the blades to function more efficiently. This system also eliminates the energy losses of a battery bank, as well as, the expense and maintenance of batteries.
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We sell tower kits for the AWP3.6 machines. They are guyed tilt-up pipe towers. You can buy the complete tower or supply your own pipe for the tower and the gin pole. Our kits are based on 4-inch schedule 10 pipe in 21-foot sections. All of the hardware including the couplers, end fittings, rigging and ground anchors are galvanized. Turnbuckles and hoist tackle are also included.
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Another consideration for selecting tower height is that, the higher the tower, the faster the wind speed. So, if you are unsure about how high you need to go, bigger is better.
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Everyone says, "It's not the camera, it's the photographer," but come on. Most photographers have some pretty fancy toys to supplement their expertise. Why? Because it makes their photos look better.
For Mighty Goods camera accessories picks, including the Beamer iPhone flash pictured above, go read our posts over at Intel's Lifescoop site: 6 Unique Tools for Better Photos and 5 Super Useful Camera Accessories.
We choose the items just like we choose them here, only the photos are bigger and we get paid. Score.
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Line knitted, crocheted, or felted slippers for your little one with durable suede slipper soles! These soles will protect the bottom of your slippers from holes and provide a little extra traction on hardwood or linoleum floors. There are small perforated holes along the outside perimeter, just the right size to use embroidery floss or fingering weight yarn to sew these soles onto your slippers. And the inside is lined with soft faux fur, which will keep little feet warm and provide an extra layer of cushion under the sole of felted slipper.
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Consumer Stocks Advancing Today; MTR Gaming Group Hits Jackpot With Eldorado Merger Deal
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Consumer stocks are mostly higher today with shares of consumer staple companies in the S&P 500 gaining 0.4% while shares of consumer discretionary stocks in the S&P adding 0.7%.
In company news, MTR Gaming Group ( MNTG ) is 17% at $4.20 a share, earlier climbing to within 17 cents of its 52-week high of $4.67 after agreeing to a cash-and-stock merger with Eldorado Resorts.
As part of the transaction, Eldorado will offer a cash election option for current MNTG shareholders for up to 5.8 million shares at $5.15 apiece. MNTG's remaining common stock will be exchanged for shares in the combined companies.
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Early lighting issues at the just completed Arena Corinthians stadium foreshadowed a half-lit start for Brazil in their home debut in the 2014 FIFA World Cup today, Thursday, June 12, that culminated in a Marcello own-goal that put the home team down 0-1 early to Croatia.
Not to be intimated by the roaring home crowd or prognosticators predicting an easy ride for Brazil into the knockout rounds, Croatia opened with an attacking style of offense that seemed to stun the Brazilians in the early minutes of the match.
And with Croatia getting plenty of scoring chances early on, they finally lucked out in the eleventh minute after a crossing pass ricocheted of Brazilian defender's Marcello's left foot and into Brazil's goal.
After the Croatian stunner, Brazil started to settle into an offensive rhythm, but their continued loose defending allowed Croatia to counter with ease.
And after 25 minutes of play, it appeared that an upset was in the works.
But it was Brazil's Neymar in the 29th minute that came to the rescue of his team and evened the score 1-1 with a shot from just outside the box that barely rolled past the outstretched hands of Croatia's goalie, Stipe Pletikosa.
The two teams battled evenly after the Neymar goal until halftime, with no team appearing to have a decisive advantage over the other.
In the second half, however, Croatia didn't open up with the aggressive magic they had in the beginning of the game and seemed content on playing for a draw; which would have been a well-earned point for the underdogs.
But the plan of slowing the game down and locking Brazil down on defense came to a sudden halt after a highly controversial penalty was called on Croatia while Brazil was in the box; allowing Brazil a free shot on goal.
And, once again, it was Neymar who came through for Brazil, striking the ball into the back of the net and putting Brazil up 2-1.
Croatia could not recover after the penalty kick, as Brazil dominated possession from that point on and a late goal by Brazil made the final score a much more lopsided-appearing 3-1.


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Teach expectant parents how to keep themselves and their babies healthy as they take the remarkable journey through pregnancy. Presenting the latest research-based recommendations, Understanding Pregnancy models healthy habits and partner involvement, all while stressing the importance of good prenatal health. This DVD features all-new, stunning 3D animation that brings fetal development to life and will motivate moms to take good care of themselves throughout pregnancy. 75 min. (Bonus: 35-min condensed version and 5-min. fetal development section)
Also available in Spanish.
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A. Use of MyPlate/MyPlate or the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Material based on MyPlate or the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Focus of this review is Chapters 3 ( Nutrition) and Chapter 4 Exercise and Chapter 2 Express (Nutrition), Facilitator's Guide (a PDF you can download without a password for free, that includes handouts that go with the video. There is a website that goes with the video but you need a password to get to it, it has additional videos that the reviewer could not review as they didn't have a password.
B. Scope
Scope of information appropriate for target audience and essential topics discussed in appropriate detail.
C. Purpose
Purpose of material clearly stated in title or introduction.
D. Organization
Material well-organized and major points presented clearly.
E. Accuracy
F. Learner Background
Material does not assume that reader has background information.
G. Learning Objectives
Not applicable.
Sub-titles for the video sections tell what the segment is about and work to meet the learning objective requirement.
H. Learning Activities, Projects, or Interactive Learning Tools
Material includes a variety of stimulating and interesting learning experiences, questions, projects, or suggestions for further action that will involve the reader.
I. Objectivity/Sponsor Bias
Subject matter presented objectively and fairly. No brand name promotion or obvious sponsor bias.
J. Inclusion of learning objectives, learner activities, instructional aids, lesson plans, evaluation component, identification of required instructional materials, web site with additional materials.
Material includes five or more of the above.
The Facilitator's guide talks about how to use the whole DVD. Handouts that aide the video are at the seewhatyouread.com website, but you need a password to get in so they were not reviewed.
K. Recipes (if included)
No recipes are included.
L. Recipes (if included)
No recipes are included.
M. Instructional Resources
Instructor resources not needed for this material.
N. Credits, References and Resources (Including dates, publisher, etc.)
Current and complete credits, references, and resources listed.
O. Summary
All major ideas summarized or reviewed to reinforce key concepts; summaries easily identified.
A. Role Models
Positive role models are provided in text and illustrations. Role models presented as having many roles, traits, and emotions.
B. Multi-cultural Representation
Racial, ethnic, and religious groups are represented in a factual manner showing a variety of roles, occupations, and values.
C. Different lifestyles and food patterns
Material emphasizes a variety of values, practices, and/or food patterns representative of different lifestyles, cultures, and socioeconomic levels.
Print Materials
A. Writing Style
Main ideas are clear and flow smoothly.
This section refers to the free handouts in the facilitator's guide including: Exercise Diary, Food Diary and Journaling exercise.
B. Writing Approach
Writing approach is positive and personal. Active voice is used most of the time.
C. Vocabulary
Vocabulary used is appropriate for intended audience. Minimizes use of technical terms and if used, are defined.
D. Supportive Illustrations
All of the illustrations contribute to the material and are on the same page as their textual references. Tables and graphs are as simple and easy to read as possible. All information needed in graphs and tables is provided in a form requiring no further explanation.
E. Layout and Design
Color, design, and layout of material are attractive, and stimulate interest, without being too busy. There is good balance between print and blank space.
F. Visual Quality
N/A print out yourself from PDF on any weight of paper you choose.
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Clear headings are provided for each topic area. Cueing devices (shading, boxes, arrows, etc.) are used to direct attention to key points.
H. Approximate Reading Level
Reading level is at or below 5th grade level for low-literacy materials. Assessment method provided.
There are a lot of charts in this section, charts can be hard to read for someone of low literacy. Review could not SMOG or FOG the materials as they are mostly in chart format, not a sentence format that responds better for pegging literacy scores.
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B. Pace
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Speaker, voice and music are clear; sound is audible and has good quality.
D. Visual Quality
Visuals are clear and properly framed; graphics and titles are clearly visible; color, lighting, and editing enhance presentation of content.
E. Continuity
Continuity provides cohesiveness and smooth flow. Visuals in logical order. Auditory portion precisely matched with visual portion.
Web Sites
A. Currentness of Information
Web site information is current; there are no broken hyperlinks.
2 websites relate to this video:http://www.InJoyVideos.com/SWYR and http://www.seewhatyouread.com the reviewer was not able to register at see what you read .com as they needed a password not included with the video.
B. Readability
Text size is adequate for viewing. Good contrast between text and background.
C. Navigation
Navigation through the web site is logical and aided by navigation buttons and a site map or search tool.
Overall Comments on Resource Reviewed
A. Positive Points of the Reviewed Resource:
The video shows how everyday people in all walks of life, race, ethnicity and culture can have a healthy pregnancy outcome.
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C. General Comments
Good overall video to show at a birthing instruction class, or to couples planning pregnancy and are worried about nutrition and exercise issues.
D. Overall Summary
This reviewer only reviewed chapters 3 (nutrition) and 4 (exercise) and chapter 2 express (nutrition) and saw that the video was appropriate for couples planning pregnancy or who are pregnant and need instruction.
Reviewer Rating
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Release Date: 1998-10-09
Genre: Romance, Comedy
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Duration: 1hr 44min
A stand-up comedian toiling in the netherworld of the L.A. comedy club scene, Barry's universe is turned upside down when he meets and falls head over heels for Thea Douglas, a young political activist who is clearly in the "spiritual quest mode." Together, they throw themselves into a comic dance of high intimacy where for the first time in their lives the physical and the emotional become one.
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Restaurants With Brunch
Moose general store
Middle Eastern flavours inspire this cute little cafe in the backstreets of Redfern.
The Restaurant @ Art Gallery of NSW
Exercise a refined palate and a critical eye while contemplating your next meal and the latest masterpiece.
Clipper Cafe
From the wooden tables behind Clipper Cafe's green-framed windows, you can see any number of established coffee joints across the street.
Adriano Zumbo Cafe Chocolat
Sydney's most spectacular patisserie encapsulates the contemporary Parisian credo.
North Sydney Cellars Cafe
Excellent grazing based on fine produce and clever cooking that enhances the wine experience.
Baroque Bistro Patisserie
Baroque is not quite together, hovering between past and future, and fancy and rustic, without any great highs or lows.
Brasserie Bread
Does it get any better than a boiled egg with Vegemite soldiers?
Le Pain Quotidien
Le Pain Quotidien defies the obstacles that drag down so many restaurant chains.
Cafe Splat
It's a great place to stretch out, so poach a seat at Splat and expand your girth by sea.
The Deus Cafe
An enticing menu, mums with prams and the odd bikie make for a stimulating mix.
Two Good Eggs
Crack open the day with generous serves, home-made ingredients and fast, friendly service.