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Hi there softball world. My name is Amanda Evans and I am currently I want to give your player lesson's.
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Issue No.04 - July/August (2003 vol.23)
pp: 54-61
Ken-ichi Anjyo , OLM Digital
Katsuaki Hiramitsu , OLM Digital

A novel highlight shader depicts cartoon-style highlights for 3D objects in cel animation. In general, highlighting in cel animation is used semantically, rather than photorealistically, by employing simple primitives-such as white stripes on a window or crescent figures on an alloy wheel. It's difficult and tedious work, however, to get such a stylized highlight animation for 3D models when using conventional cartoon-shading algorithms.

This article presents an approach that generalizes the concept of a highlight for 3D objects in cel animation. This is achieved by introducing a new class of vector field-called a highlight vector field-on a surface to be depicted. A generalized highlight area on the surface is then defined through the highlight vector field. Thus, this highlight shader enables cartoon-style highlighting through simple operations defined for the highlight vector field. These operations actually correspond to the direct manipulations on the highlight area defined by the vector field, these include local affine transform and simple deformation of the highlight.

Ken-ichi Anjyo, Katsuaki Hiramitsu, "Stylized Highlights for Cartoon Rendering and Animation", IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications, vol.23, no. 4, pp. 54-61, July/August 2003, doi:10.1109/MCG.2003.1210865


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2007-2008 Committee on Faculty Committees Report
May 1, 2008
Dear Colleagues,
The 2007-2008 Committee on Faculty Committees (CoFC) met in April and now presents the attached 2008-2009 committee assignments for Faculty Senate approval.
The CoFC would like to thank all of those individuals who volunteered to serve on committees next year. In making assignments, the CoFC attempted to balance committee membership (whenever possible) by college representation, specific discipline, gender, and ethnicity (not necessarily in that order) utilizing the following Faculty Senate guidelines.
A Committee on Faculty Committees shall be appointed by the Senate Executive Committee (and approved by the Faculty Senate) from among the senators to determine the members of all standing faculty committees. Where committee chairpersons are to be elected, it shall appoint conveners. The committee shall use the following guidelines when appointing members to committees:
- The committee shall maintain consecutive service on committees by giving priority to former members who have completed one or more years of satisfactory service;
- If no member of an academic unit applies to serve on a committee that has a seat designated for that academic unit, then the committee may fill that seat with an applicant from another academic unit;
- No faculty member shall be appointed to a standing committee for more than three years in succession unless a fourth year appointment is necessary to assure a minimum of one carry-over committee member for the succeeding year or otherwise stated in the bylaws;
- One third of the members of a committee shall be replaced each year, so far as possible;
- On Senate committees with 8 or fewer faculty members, no more than one member from any given department may serve. On Senate committees with 9 or more faculty members, no more than two members from any given department may serve. The one exception to the above conditions pertains to the Budget Review Committee. Since the Vice-Chair and the At-Large Member of Faculty Senate becomes members of the Joint Planning and Budget Committee and the Articles and By-laws Committee after the rest of the membership is determined, the department affiliation of these members will not affect the eligibility of other members already selected for the committee. If alternates are selected at a later date, the department affiliation of these will be considered.
The 2008-2009 Application for Committee Assignments cautioned that anyone who wished to be considered for committee assignment must fill out an application – including those who were fulfilling a multi-year appointment. In addition, faculty were encouraged to select more than one possible assignment to increase the likelihood of receiving an assignment. Several subsequent email reminders from the Faculty Senate office were sent out to the faculty. Current committee chairs were requested to provide feedback regarding any committee member issues (e.g., lack of attendance and/or participation, etc.). Two chairs did report such issues and this information was taken in consideration when making new committee assignments.
The CoFC received a total of 209 forms requesting 514 CoFC committee seats – down from the 220 forms received last year. Requests from the College of Business Administration increased slightly, while requests from both the College of Liberal Studies and the College of Science and Health decreased slightly. While requests from faculty have remained relatively consistent over the last three years, requests from instructional academic staff have doubled since 2006-2007. This is likely due to the newly adopted career progression opportunities for instructional academic staff which require service/professional development activities. This year also saw the addition of a new student committee - the Campus Community Enhancement Fund.
Of the 125 individuals who requested reassignment, 117 were reassigned. As is often the case, some individuals who requested reassignment had served their maximum term and were, therefore, not eligible for reassignment. However, in four instances a member who requested a committee, but had already served three years, was reassigned for a fourth year due to lack of requests for that particular committee. Twenty-three individuals have been assigned dual appointments for the 2008-2009 academic year. These were all the result of a lack of requests for those committees either this year or, in some instances, carried over from last year. One individual was assigned to three continuing committee slots – two of which are student committees. This faculty member will be contacted by the Faculty Senate chair and given the opportunity to resign from the committee(s) of his choice. Fifteen individuals were not given any committee assignment – only one of these individuals had requested more than one assignment (two in this case). Unfortunately, due to the popularity of the requested committees, these individuals could not be placed as members, but were all assigned as alternates to the committee of their choice. Finally, only the Apportionment committee was left open - due to a lack of any requests. The Senate Executive Committee will attempt to fill this seat and any open alternate seats on this and other committees over the summer.
In conclusion, the Committee on Faculty Committees would like to make the following recommendations:
- A description of Joint and Student committees should be included in future Applications for Committee Assignment. The CoFC believes that such descriptions would increase volunteer requests for the students committees that are often difficult to fill.
- Instructional academic staff follow the same grievance/appeals process as ranked faculty. With the recent adoption of IAS career progression procedures, it is inevitable that an IAS grievance/appeal will come before the Hearing committee and/or CGAAF. Membership on these committees is open only to tenured faculty. The CoFC recommends that Faculty Senate discuss the idea of allowing IAS to serve.
Respectfully submitted,
Kerrie Hoar, Chair
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Stephen Brokaw
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The multi-talented quarterback was the key to the high-powered Portsmouth offense which scored a Division I high 318 points in eight regular season games. He was involved in 38 touchdowns overall, with 25 touchdown passes and 13 touchdown runs. He threw for 2,358 yards as he completed 66 percent of his 204 passes. He also ran for 1,241 yards.
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The goalkeeper was delighted to register a clean sheet - our 13th in the Premier League - and his stats of having to make three saves from Stoke's 17 efforts at goal, seven on target, say a lot of about the defensive display in front of him.
"We expected a tough game and that was the case," said Hugo. "We were strong and had good chances to score. We deserved to score one or two more but it's okay, 1-0 is a great result for us.
"We all worked hard for each other and when that's the case, it's difficult to beat us."
Stoke found inspiration following the dismissal of Ryan Shawcross in the 51st minute.
"It's strange, we had the feeling that it was more difficult 10 against 11 than it was 11 against 11," considered the French national skipper. "Stoke started to play with a desire with the crowd behind them but we stayed strong.
"We have two more games now and hope to get six points more."
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Following further assessment and scans of the left hamstring injury sustained by Hugo Lloris in the 1-1 draw at Everton on Saturday, we can confirm he is expected to be out of action for around four weeks.
18 April 2016
Hugo Lloris knows we have to take our 'A' game to Stoke tonight (Monday, April 18, 8pm).
15 March 2016
Satisfied but steely-eyed, it was very much a case of 'job done, onto the next one' for Hugo Lloris after the 2-0 win at Villa on Sunday.
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Newquay's surfing community is coming out in force this coming Sunday to fundraise to send a well-known and much-loved–woman to her Canadian home so she can undergo the vital treatment she needs for a fast acting cancer which she only discovered she had a number of weeks ago. Theresa Thomson and her family had only just moved from Newquay to Orkney, to be near her husband's family, when she was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Cancer and it is her wish that she can be treated, and recover, from the disease with her Canadian mother, sister and family close-by.
Canadian citizen Theresa moved to Cornwall only seven years ago however she swiftly became popular amongst the surf scene and married surf instructor Chris Thomson, the founder and director of Newquay-based Errant Surf Company and Surf School. The couple got engaged on Pentire Headland, married in Truro with a memorable wedding reception at the Kahuna on Tolcarne Beach and gave birth to their son Dylan, and later to twins Summer and Joel, at Treliske Hospital. During her time in the town, Theresa worked at The Central pub, at Pizza Express, at Excess Energy Communications and for Errant, helped with the creation of the Watergate Bay Surf Club and was a recognisable, regular supporter of the local surf contests and events.
Although Theresa is still officially a Canadian citizen, sadly the law in the country states that a returning national cannot automatically have access to Medical Care and they must wait up to three months before this right can be re-instated. The severity of her cancer means she cannot wait that long so the family will have to help her pay thousands of Canadian dollars for the expensive, but absolutely necessary, treatment privately. Theresa's family have appealed this decision but were unfortunately turned down so they have opted to fundraise to help boost their personal donations. They have set-up the 'Bring Theresa Home' fund and Facebook page and in Canada are running an auction, bake-off, zumbathons and comedy night to help raise the much needed cash.
Local surfer, mother and friend to the Thomsons, Emma Adams is organising this coming Sunday's 'Bring Theresa Home' event at Fistral Beach. Emma explains, "Although Theresa and Chris have just moved from the town, they are both so well-known and so well-loved, that everyone is super keen to help in any way they can. Lots of local people and companies have already stepped in to offer ideas, donations and support and it's all gathering storm. Sunday is set to be lots of fun, with Theresa's sparkling personality running through the whole thing."
Emma continues, "We'll be kicking off at 4pm at the Fistral Beach Bar, one of Theresa's favourite local spots. We'll have laughter yoga on Fistral Beach from 4pm, a 'right rocking raffle' at 6pm and an 'awesome auction' at 7pm. In the meantime there will be a cake sale, family activities and facepainting on the beach, Skinners ales on tap behind the bar with a percentage of the profit from every sale going to the cause and Josh Hughes AKA Jose Hugo and Tim Nice taking to the decks to keep the night going. As we know, Theresa is a great party girl and loves nothing better than getting all her friends together so we can't think of a more fitting way to raise the much needed funds to make sure she gets the treatment she deserves."
Everyone is welcome to attend and also to donate prizes or cakes for the sale. Items which have already been pledged include clothing, minibreaks and hotel nights in Cornwall, surf magazine subscriptions, activity breaks, photo sessions, beauty treatments, meal vouchers, surf lessons, surf products and artwork from local specialists. People can also log onto www.gofundme.com and search for the 'Bring Theresa Home' page where funds can be given.
In a recent Facebook message, on her fifth wedding anniversary, Theresa said, "A BIG thank you to EVERYONE who is helping with fundraising and donating for my medical! It is truly unbelievable and so touching the amount of support and love we have from everyone."
Theresa's husband Chris says, "I would like to thank everyone who has helped us out so far, from looking after the kids, to messages of support. I am amazed at how much this all really helps to keep Theresa moving forwards and spirits high. If you told me a few weeks ago I would have to be helping raise money for Theresa to be treated for cancer I would never have believed it, but having everyone step in and help in so many ways, is just so appreciated and makes this all possible."
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Sag Harbor High School Science Teacher Named "Teacher of the Year"
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Dr. Robert W. Schumacher, a science teacher in Sag Harbor's Pierson High School, has been named the 2003 Suffolk County Teacher of the Year by Southampton College of Long Island University.
Schumacher will be honored on Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. at commencement ceremonies at Southampton College. He will receive a $500 honorarium and the school district will receive $1000 at a special 11 a.m. brunch for the College's honorees.
"Dr. Schumacher truly deserves this award," said Katherine Holden, Sag Harbor's Superintendent of Schools. "He is an energetic, intelligent, passionate teacher who excites and motivates all of his students."
After graduating from Southampton College with a B.S. in marine biology in 1987, Schumacher took to the shores of the Pacific Ocean to complete his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in organic chemistry at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He returned to Southampton College and earned the requirements for a secondary teaching certificate in 2000. He taught science courses at East Hampton High School before arriving at Pierson in 2002 where his tremendous enthusiasm, sensitivity, hard work and thorough knowledge of his academic content area were immediately recognized. "Whether he is conducting chemistry experiments in the classroom or hiking with students in Hawaii, he encourages his students to question, think and ultimately produce," said Holden. "He has a gift for constantly challenging his students and making sure that the challenge is fun as well as interesting. He is a gifted educator."
Along with teaching method of research classes, marine biology and Advanced Placement courses in chemistry, Schumacher serves as an adjunct professor at Southampton College, not only to continue his relationship with his alma mater, but also to keep current with advances in the sciences and to integrate college lab practices into his high school lessons. He established a science research club at Pierson, started a Saturday Research Enrichment Program in East Hampton and served as a judge for the Long Island Science Congress Competition. He has served as a mentor in the prestigious Intel Science Competition and has organized and led five highly successful science education trips to Hawaii. He recently had a paper, co-authored with Southampton College professor Arthur Goldberg and three high school students, accepted for publication in the Journal of Natural Products.
Schumacher has plans in the works for his next educational trip to Hawaii. His wife, Carol, who has accompanied him on his previous academic adventures may sit this next one out - they are expecting their first child in July.


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Seattle Opera: Young Artists Program presents "Don Pasquale," by Donizetti. This humorous opera ends with love winning out over scheming. Gorgeous music. Scheduled for 7:30 p.m. March 31, April 6 and 7; 2 p.m. April 1, Meany Hall, University of Washington. Tickets are $55 for adults, $20 for students, except for the matinee, when student tickets are $15, at www.seattleopera.org or 800-426-1619.
Snohomish County
Olympic Ballet Theatre: "The Sleeping Beauty and Griffes": Oleg Gorboulev and Mara Vinson present a premier of highlights from "Sleeping Beauty" and a contemporary piece set to the music of American composer Charles Griffes. 2 p.m. April 14, Everett Performing Arts Center and 5 p.m. April 22, Edmonds Center for the Arts. Tickets are $30 for adults, $25 for seniors and students; and $20 for children under 10, at www.olympicballet.com or 425-774-7570. "Kid Dance for Kids," a matinee production featuring "Sleeping Beauty" only is at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. April 13, Everett Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20 for adult, $10 for children. Groups of 20 or more, $8.
Pacific Northwest Ballet: "New Works": Performances by choreographers David Dawson; Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and a world premier of Victor Quijada. Through March 24. Tickets $28 to $168 at pnb.org or 206-441-2424.
"Snow White": A narrated hour-long performance for young audiences performed by students at the PNB Ballet School. March 25. Tickets $10 to $67 at www.pnb.org or 206-441-2424.
"Appolo-Carmina": Ballanchine's "Appolo" with music by Stravinsky is paired with Kent Stowell's "Carmina Burana," by Carl Orff. April 13 to April 22. Tickets $28 to $168 at www.pnb.org or 206-441-2424.
UW World Series: at Meany Hall, Seattle, Chunky Move, making its Meany Hall debut, this Australian company is genre-defying and exciting. 8 p.m. April 12 to April 14, $39, uwworldseries.org.
Snohomish County
"The Odd Couple": In one of Neil Simon's most recognizable comedies, Oscar Madison, a divorced yet carefree slob, has his life turn upside-down with the arrival of his longtime friend and new roomie, Felix Ungar, an uptight neat-freak, whose wife has just left him; 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 7 p.m. Sunday through March 25, Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. General seating starts at $38. Call 425-257-8600 or online at www.villagetheatre.org.
"An Interview With Mark Twain" and "Vignettes from Spoon River Anthology": Bothell's Curtain Call Theatre presents this one performance only set of shows by Edgar Lee Masters, a collection of post mortem, autobiographical sketches of former citizens from the fictional town of Spoon River, Ill.; 12:30 p.m. March 26, Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell. Free.
"How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying": The musical, is about a young window-washer with dreams of making it in big business. He finds a "How to" book and is determined to take its advice all the way to the top; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays through April 1 at Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. Tickets are $23.50 adults and $20.50 for students, seniors and military. Tickets may be purchased in person or 425-258-6766 – or online at www.etix.com.
"The Golden State": In this raucous farce, Gertrude Hopper rules over her adult children and illegal servants with an iron fist and plans to marry off her son and farm out her daughter's womb to a wealthy widow. Her plans run aground, however, as her children make a final, desperate bid for love and independence; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays March 30 to April 22 at the Phoenix Theatre, 9673 Firdale Ave., Edmonds. Tickets are $18.50 and $15.50. Call 206-533-2000 or go to www.phoenixtheatreedmonds.com.
"Harvey": Harvey is the comedic story of a likeable man and his imaginary friend, "Harvey," a 6-foot, three-and-a-half-inch-tall rabbit. Elwood P. Dowd starts to introduce his imaginary friend, Harvey, a pooka, to guests at a society party. His society-obsessed sister, Veta, has seen as much of his eccentric behavior as she can tolerate. She decides to have him committed to a sanitarium but that's when the fur really starts to fly; 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday April 6 through 22, 950 Main St., Edmonds. Tickets are $23 and $20. Call 425-774-9600 or online at www.driftwoodplayers.com.
Island County
"Rebecca: The story of Rebecca Ebey": Jill Johnson, a local performance artist and storyteller, premiers her second one-woman show; Johnson is well known to local audiences for her appearances as a storyteller and actress. She premiered her first one woman show, "Little, But OH My!—the story of Berte Olson" in 2003 and won a national award and the show performed all over Western Washington and in several other states; 7:30 p.m. March 23 at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. Tickets are $12 and $10. Call 360-221-8268, 800-638-7631 or online www.WICAonline.com.
"Doubt, A Parable:" This fast-moving, 90-minute tale casts suspicion on a priest's behavior and raises questions about moral certainty; most of the shows are at 7:30 p.m. April 6 to 21 at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley. Tickets are $12 to $16. Call 360-221-8268, 800-638-7631 or online www.wicaonline.com.
"First Date, A New Musical": In co-production with The 5th Avenue Theatre, this story asks the question: Ever been on a date and wondered what the other person was thinking? This new musical comedy lets you peer inside the nervous and busy minds of two would-be lovebirds; shows at various times through May 20 at ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle. Tickets start at $55. Call 206-292-7676 or go to www.acttheatre.org.
"Caliente": Teatro Zinzanni's latest show is directed by Ricardo Salinas of "Culture Clash." There's a bit of a social commentary in this Latin-themed show that combines dinner, comedy, a bit of theater and incredible acrobatics; performances are Thursday through Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Sundays at 5:30 p.m. with occasional Wednesday evening performances at 6:30 p.m. through June 10. Midday matinees begin at 11:30 a.m. on select Sundays, at Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle Tickets start at $106 at www.dreams.zinzanni.org or 206-802-0015.
Driftwood Players third annual Festival of Shorts is seeking short plays of less than 15 minutes long, centered on the theme "serendipity." Submissions should be previously unproduced. Only one submission per author. Eight finalists will be chosen. Reading will be blind, so author's name can only be on cover page. April 1 is submission deadline. Submit by snail mail to 950 Main St., Edmonds, Wash., 98020 or e-mail to email@example.com.
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts: The theater is seeking proposals and script suggestions from directors, artists, and community members for the 2012/13 Theatre Series. Also, Local Artist Series has opportunities for artists to perform at WICA at a low-to-no financial risk. Also, Fast and Furious/Down and Dirty, allows adventurous artists and audiences to explore stage adaptations of texts and other materials and the avant-garde and performance art. All Proposals for either series are accepted through April 1. Visit www.WICAonline.com or call 360-221-8268, or 800-638-7631.


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Under Defeat HD PlayStation 3
- Publisher: Rising Star Games
- Release Date: Nov 28, 2012
- Also On: Xbox 360
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Dec 18, 2012If you've got an appetite for the genre, Under Defeat HD will suffice. If you're new to schmups, be aware that this is the deep-end of a very large pool.
Nov 28, 2012It's a fun, awkward exercise that some may grow tired of all too soon.
Jan 15, 2013This game really should have been a digital only release for $10-$15 dollars at the most. If you played Under Defeat back on the Dreamcast or even in arcades and want to play it again in its full HD glory then go right ahead but personally for anyone else I would suggest waiting till the price comes down because its pretty expensive for what you are actually getting.
Dec 20, 2012Unless you are a die hard fan, consider other cheaper, and most of all, better alternatives.
Nov 14, 2012If you've always wanted to play the Dreamcast version of Under Defeat but have never felt brave enough to stump up the large amount of cash to do so, then this PS3 update is the answer to your prayers. It offers not only the original edition, but a spruced-up HD variant as well.
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Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings
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Positive: 2 out of 3
Mixed: 1 out of 3
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Apr 7, 2014Whilst many developers think that shmups have no place in modern gaming, that there is no demand for full release games with graphics madeWhilst many developers think that shmups have no place in modern gaming, that there is no demand for full release games with graphics made from the ground up rather that just polishing some old sprites and slapping HD on the box, Under Defeat really sets the standard for Shmup releases in the future, and not only that shows that the genre when done right has a demand in today's video game market.
Under Defeat looks amazing, a lot of effort has been put into the visuals to make it feel in place in 2012. This isn't a downloadable version of a 20 year old game, some real love has gone into it. Gameplay wise you couldn't ask for anything better than Under Defeat for today's modern shmup fan. Intense and challenging sum up a session of this polished shooter, and it is rewarding to keep coming back for more. Other than being another bullet hell shooter lost in the shuffle, Under Defeat really offers some layers to how to keep your helicopter alive in a relentless assault that doesn't back away easily.
It may break some controllers, but in a good way, if that is a thing. The standard bearer for a shmup release in this decade.… Full Review »
Jan 23, 2013It looks great and fun.. but my disk version have a lot of frame rate issue during explosion .... kind of a shame for shooter... I stillIt looks great and fun.. but my disk version have a lot of frame rate issue during explosion .... kind of a shame for shooter... I still enjoying it.. but just for fanatic of the genre..… Full Review »
Dec 3, 2012Shmups are a niche genre that is better suited for digital releases. Nonetheless, I feel there is something special about owning physicalShmups are a niche genre that is better suited for digital releases. Nonetheless, I feel there is something special about owning physical copies of games and to see any shmup getting a retail package in this day and age is rare. I felt this reason alone was worthy of my purchase to show publishers that there is a market for this kind of thing. As for the game itself, I think it's excellent. Most shmup fans are content to just have arcade perfect ports but this developer went the extra mile to give us the straight up port and a fully rearranged 16:9 version of the game, this is no easy task considering the original arcade game was on a vertical screen. The game is a manic shmup and comes equipped with a unique control scheme where your character will tilt and lock direction when firing, this allows you to shoot across the screen at wide angles which lends itself to the new 16:9 ratio very well. The game is also very difficult (as good shmups should be) but never frustrating. Like most manic shmups, when you die, you know why you died and feel responsible, as opposed to other shmups like the R-Type series where certain deaths are unavoidable on your first play through. I much rather prefer the manic style of shmup that Under Defeat displays and I think fans of the genre will also be pleased with this release.… Full Review »


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Team News:
Sunderland (19th, 25 points)
Fabio Borini returns for the Black Cats after sitting out their game with parent club Liverpool last week.
Steven Fletcher remains sidelined with an ankle injury, while Keiren Westwood is also injured with a shoulder problem.
West Ham United (11th, 34 points)
James Collins picked up a calf injury in the win over Hull last week, which means either Winston Reid or Roger Johnson are expected to cover.
Matt Jarvis is expected to return to the match day squad after a calf injury.
Match Preview
Despite beating Hull last Wednesday, the feeling amongst the Hammers supporters is that things are not as good as they should be at the club.
Sam Allardyce's reaction to the boos that preceded the 2-1 victory at the Boleyn Ground all but burnt any bridges that may have existed between him and the West Ham faithful, and the feeling is that he'd have to completely change his approach between now and the end of the season to have any chance of repairing the damage made to his relationship with the supporters.
An away trip to Sunderland is always a tough one, but the Black Cats' are on a run of picking up just one point from their last five games and have the worst home record in the Premier League this season, as well as scoring the least home goals in the division.
There isn't a lot of confidence that we can grab a much needed result tonight, but the opportunity to all but secure top-flight survival is well and truly there for the taking. A win would extend that gap between us and the drop zone to 11 points, which should be enough for us to keep our top-flight status.
That said, a point would do nicely as we continue to trudge along under Allardyce's style of football and get results the ugly way.
But, if we lose tonight while playing pretty, attractive football, there cannot be any complaints. Although I can't see that happening. Can you?
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Big match tonight, still think we could get relegated #COYI #WHUFC
— Jack Clarkson (@Jack_Clarkson) March 31, 2014
You certainly have the right to boo but does it help motivate the players? Has it ever helped snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. dg
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Drug Disappointment: Sanofi-Aventis said its experimental treatment for a particularly aggressive form of breast cancer failed to significantly hold off cancer progression or extend survival, the WSJ reports. Iniparib was a key part of Sanofi's pipeline, and its fate is now unclear.
More Drug Woes: Arena Pharmaceuticals said it would lay off 25% of its workforce, Dow Jones Newswires reports. The company is attempting to get its experimental weight-loss drug, lorcaserin, approved by the FDA, but the agency has requested more data. Arena also gave more details on some of those requests yesterday, TheStreet.com reports, and the studies the FDA wants done may delay the resubmission of the drug beyond what the company had previously estimated.
And Now for Some Good News: Roche said it was stopping a trial of its drug Tarceva ahead of schedule because early data show it helps certain lung-cancer patients live longer without their disease progressing, Bloomberg News reports. The positive results were seen in newly-diagnosed patients with advanced non small-cell lung cancer carrying a mutation in a receptor known as EGFR.
Making His Case: President Barack Obama will today highlight an HHS report claiming people who purchase health insurance in 2014 through the exchanges created by the health-care overhaul law will pay between 14% and 20% less in premiums than they otherwise would have, Politico reports. He will cite the findings when he speaks before the Families USA conference in Washington, D.C.
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End Date: Sep 30, 2016
Infectious respiratory diseases of ruminants are a serious health and economic problem for U.S. agriculture. In cattle alone, bovine respiratory disease complex (BRDC) costs the feedlot industry approximately 1 billion dollars annually. Accordingly, this research focuses primarily on BRDC with an additional component targeting ovine respiratory disease. These diseases result from host, pathogen and environmental interactions that are incompletely understood. We propose studying these interactions to identify intervention points for producing healthier livestock. For example, failure of passive transfer (FPT) has genetic and environmental components that predispose calves to BRDC. A genome-wide association study will be used to test for FPT genetic risk factors. Also, the predominant pneumonia associated with BRDC is caused by Mannheimia haemolytica. Transcriptome profiling will be used to identify host cellular responses to this pathogen. BRDC research requires development of species-specific tools, thus monocyte cell lines will be developed. Also needed are early indicators of BRDC outbreaks. Changes in the viral metagenomes (VMs) of cattle will be evaluated as potential early indicators of infection. Finally, genetic risk factors for ovine progressive pneumonia (OPP) will be tested as a model for preventing respiratory diseases of ruminants. A reduction of the prevalence, severity and/or treatment of respiratory diseases would enhance producer efficiency and promote the welfare of livestock. This research fills critical gaps in our knowledge of ruminant respiratory disease and could ultimately benefit regulatory agencies, animal health companies, veterinarians, and livestock producers that need information and new approaches for controlling respiratory disease.


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An orchid with a flower that is said to resemble a spider.
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The Pastel Society of New Hampshire presents its 8th Annual Members' Exhibition at the Sharon Arts Center in Peterborough. The show opens March 1 and runs through April 26, with an opening reception March 1, 5-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and there will be an awards ceremony. This event is free and open to the public. The Sharon Arts Center is located at 30 Grove St., Peterborough. For information: 924-7256, http://www.sharonarts.org/. Gallery hours are Monday — Saturday, 10-6, and Sunday, 11-5. Paintings by pastel artists throughout the state are included in the exhibition, as well as the works of other pastelists from New England. For information, visit www.pastelsocietynh.com.
The juror of awards for the exhibition is Robert Carsten, a master pastelist and signature member of the Pastel Society of America. He has won many prestigious awards, is a sought-after art workshop instructor, and contributing writer for Pastel Journal and The Artist's Magazine.
Carsten will present a gallery talk on Saturday, March 23, at the Sharon Arts Center, from 1-3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
The Pastel Society of New Hampshire is a non-profit organization dedicated to the appreciation of soft pastels as a fine art medium. Founded in January 2006 by a group of pastel artists, the purpose of the society is to promote the arts in New Hampshire, and to foster connections among pastelists of all levels throughout New Hampshire, the New England region, and other states. All pastel artists and people interested in the pastel medium are welcome and encouraged to join. For information, visit the website at www.pastelsocietynh.com.
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This 734 acre state forest was named for the Lewis County Juvenile Grange which in 1957 financed the planting of 75,000 white spruce on abandoned farm land located on the forest. From 1953 to 1958 other open areas here were planted to pine and spruce by state planting crews. Today many of these plantings continue to provide excellent snowshoe hare habitat while growing towards maturity. In addition to hare, other native wildlife include white-tailed deer, beaver, and small fur bearers and songbirds which inhabit the unique mix of natural and planted acres.
Although this is a relatively small state forest, it does contain about 115 acres of ecologically important and sensitive wetland habitat. The north branch of the Gulf Stream flows through the southern section of this forest on its way to the scenic Inman Gulf which begins near the hamlet of Barnes Corners. Besides large and small game hunting, this state forest also provides winter recreational opportunities including cross-country skiing and primary snowmobile access via the Cory Road bypass trail.
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Police have identified a man who fell to his death Thursday at a Columbia Tusculum construction site.
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Authorities say the worker fell through a hole on the first floor of a home under construction and fell into the basement.
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A player's actions aren't the only thing that can land him a penalty on the ice – a fact a certain Kings player learned the hard way in 1993.
In the 1950s, Andy Bathgate and Stan Mikita were the first to take a long, hard look at the hockey stick and ask themselves how it might be improved upon. What they came up with was the curved blade – a concept that quickly caught on among players and now stands as a technological advance that changed the way the game is played. Giving sharpshooters a huge advantage on the ice, it didn't take long for the NHL to realize that regulations would need to be put in place to decide just how much curve a stick could have – and that's exactly what they did beginning in 1967-68.
Apparently, Marty McSorley still hadn't gotten to reading those regulations by the time the 1993 playoffs rolled around. Whoever said knowledge is power clearly wasn't kidding.
"Before the game, L.A.'s equipment manager had to bring all his team's sticks down the little corridor just next to our dressing room and leave them there. We didn't actually go up and measure them or anything, but let's just say it was immediately obvious that they weren't regulation. It wasn't just McSorley's either. There were about 10 or 12 of them like that," recalled Serge Savard, the Habs GM at the time of the incident.
Jacques Demers' decision to follow up on Guy Carbonneau's suggestion to get the curve on McSorley's stick measured was executed with perfect timing, indirectly – or directly, depending on how you see it – resulting in the Canadiens winning the 1993 Stanley Cup.
"You should have seen all the players get up to go change their sticks when the ref called that penalty. Probably as many on their side as on ours," continued Savard, on the subject Kerry Fraser's ruling against the Kings. "That's just how things were in that era. Nobody ever asked to measure sticks so we took advantage of that fact."
It may have only taken Fraser a few seconds to actually measure the offending stick blade, but for the Habs' head coach, it felt like an eternity.
"It seemed at the time that it was taking them about five minutes to measure that stick," explained Jacques Demers. "That's what it felt like, anyways. In reality, it was probably more like 30 seconds. I'm not sure it was a penalty they really wanted to give, but at that point they didn't have much of a choice."
With the Kings up 1-0 in those Cup Finals, and minutes away from a 2-1 win in Game 2, McSorley getting busted for his illegal curve can easily be seen as the turning point in the series. Before the penalty, the Kings were looking like they might have just been poised to bulldoze the Habs en route to their first Stanley Cup in team history.
"There were about 90 seconds left and it was 2-1. I pulled Patrick Roy to make it six-on-four and sent [Kirk] Muller out onto the ice," recalled Demers. "I told Kirk to make sure he won the face off and that's exactly what he did. When Eric Desjardins scored, it felt like the Kings had already lost."
After the penalty, the Kings lost four straight games and watched the Canadiens claim their 24th Stanley Cup in team history. Behold the power of momentum! A lot has been speculated about the circumstances surrounding the event, but however you slice it, McSorley was caught with his hand in the cookie jar and the Kings would have to wait 19 more years before taking home their first championship.
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Queeny Park Queens Rule! - Tomyris LbNA # 22207
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The "Queeny Park Queens Rule!" Series - Tomyris.
This is the second in the series.
NOTICE: The Queens have returned from their winter's excursion at long last!
They are ready to receive visitors once again!
This series features a set of historic Queens.
I selected "Queens" as the theme, because, obviously, the very name of
the park just begged for that (even if Queeny is simply the
last name of the man that originally owned the land there)!
Anyway, Some of the Queens that I chose to honor may be familiar to
some of you; others may be unfamiliar to most.
That is because, in selecting the queens, I attempted
to satisfy a number of things.
First, I wanted the queens to be true rulers. That is, not only were
these women titular queens, they also had
power and responsibility of rulership during at least some
part of their tenure.
Second, I wanted to select a variety of queens from relatively recent history,
as well as some from distant to ancient times.
Third, I wanted these queens to be considered rather more
"historic" than "mythological."
Fourth, I wanted to try and repesent queens from various
continents and cultures.
This final criterion was particularly difficult to satisfy, since
our western culture offers us far more historical material to work with
in some areas, and very little in others.
In any case, these are all fabulous women who had fascinating
lives, and I hope you enjoy learning a bit about each of them!
How this works:
I have planted 7 Queen letterboxes, plus one final box.
Each of the 7 Queen boxes will stand on its own, so you can track down any one of them,
in any order, and stamp in for as many or as few of them as you choose.
However, this is also a series. So, for those of you that wish to collect
all 7, you have a further reward you can attain. I have also planted
a final letterbox, which may be viewed as the "crowning glory"
(um... pun intended ;-) of the series.
The final letterbox requires that you find all the others first, and once you
do that, the full instructions for the final one will become available to you.
Featured Queen II - Tomyris
This Queen lived during the 6th century BC.
Tomyris was a warrior Queen of the Massagetae,
a Scythian people, who lived in an area by the Araxes (or Aras) River near
what is now the northern tip of Iran.
Tomyris had a dramatic encounter with
Cyrus "the Great", who was a powerful Persian King in 600-530 BC.
He met his fate at the hands of this woman warrior Queen Tomyris.
This is what happened:
After conquering many nations including Lydia and Babylon,
Cyrus continued to be greedy for land.
He invaded Tomyris' land, and initially she offered to negotiate
a truce. He was advised not to "give in to a mere woman"
and the battle continued.
Tomyris' son was captured and before he died, according to the
ancient historian Herodotus, Tomyris warned Cyrus with these words:
"Now hear what I advise, and be sure I advise you for your good.
Restore my son to me and get you from the land unharmed, ....
Refuse, and I swear by the sun, the sovereign lord of the Massagetai,
bloodthirsty as you are,
I will give you your fill of blood."
Cyrus refused her advice and there was a bloody battle which he lost.
He was captured, and beheaded.
Some accounts say that, keeping good her word,
Tomyris literally made him drink his final fill of
blood by dunking his head in a pool of it after the beheading.
Drive into the area of Queeny Park that is accessed via Weidmann Road.
Drive along past the Children's play area, and past the Facilities building
on your right. The road opens into a parking area where you can park.
At the end of the parking lot you can see the tennis courts.
Take the paved walking path that is to your left. Right there, you should see
a sign that says "All pets must be kept on leash."
Go straight on this path (do not go down the right hand path, toward the
tennis courts). Down at the pond, follow the path to the right.
Keep on the path as it goes around the pond. When you see an option
to follow a path to the right (toward the tennis court) do not take it.
Staying on your path, you will eventually come to a little bridge.
Across the bridge, go left on the path into the woods.
Follow this path. At its end, it will veer right and it will come up to a gravel service road.
Stop on your path before it veers right. You should see a large
fenced in area on your right, and some park maintenance buildings beyond that
in the distance. Looking to your left, notice a concrete slab that appears
to be covered with gravel stones. On the right side of this pile, a smaller
piece of concrete juts out. Look under this smaller concrete slab for the
Please re-hide the letterbox behind the bricks that block its view.
Watch for people and be discreet - this can be surprisingly busy and may have maintenance
people running about.
This will probably take about 20-30 minutes to find, once you have parked,
and assuming you do not get lost. Also -- parts of this path will be
muddy if it has been rainy.
Bring your own ink or ink pad, and of course paper or a logbook to stamp into,
as well as a pen to log your name, date and where you are from.
This stamp measures 2.75 X 4 inches, so you make sure your paper
or logbook is big enough for this.
You may enjoy using red for this stamp.
Finally, Please be discrete when uncovering and re-hiding this letterbox, if you happen
to visit the site during one of its more crowded times.


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Temple Beth-El (Reform)
1203 Comanche Drive
Rockford, IL 61107
Rabbi Binah Wing
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Ohave Sholom Synagogue (Conservative)
3730 Guilford Road
Rockford, IL 61107
The Rockford Chapter of Hadassah
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Women's League for Conservative Judaism is the largest synagogue based women's organization in the world. As an active arm of the Conservative/Masorti Movement, we provide services to 600 affiliated women's groups in synagogues across North America. Join our network and become a part of this dynamic organization. Through our volunteer programs and projects geared towards education, religious observance, Israel, and public policy and advocacy, expand your knowledge and commitment to Judaism, participate in contemporary issues and support Jewish ideals worldwide.
Rockford Hebrew Cemetery Association
The mission of the Rockford Hebrew Cemetery Association and its Board of Directors is to offer a cemetery that allows for dignified burial in accordance with Jewish law and tradition while meeting the needs of the local Jewish community.
The cemetery is located at 819 Cottage Grove Ave. Rockford, IL 61103 (between Hancock & Logan Streets).
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Rockford, IL 61114
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Web: www.ChabadRockford.com
Greater Rockford Temple Youth (G.R.T.Y.)
The Greater Rockford Temple Youth group is an active group of young people in grades 7-12. GRTY is involved in activities in both the Jewish and Greater Rockford Community. GRTY provides volunteer and social activities for its members. GRTY is an opportunity for young people to enjoy activities together.
GRTY is a part of NFTY (the North American Federation of Temple Youth). As such, members can participate in NFTY activities on a regional and national basis.
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Total, Shell, Statoil, Eni Exit Iran To Comply With Sanctions
Energy titans Total SA, Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Statoil ASA and Eni SpA all said they're ending their investments in Iran, the AFP reported.
The announcements come as the U.S. enacted sanctions against Iranian energy companies in July on top of the ones passed in June by the U.N. Security Council to curb the country's nuclear program, which is believed by the West to be manufacturing weapons-grade material. The European Union, Japan and South Korea also have passed sanctions. It also comes a day after the U.S. imposed sanctions on government officials there for committing human rights abuses following a disputed presidential election.
In a statement, the State Department listed more companies shuttering their Iran operations."Companies are recognizing the increased risks of doing business in Iran and terminating their operations there or committing not to engage in any new activities in Iran," the statement said.
The AFP further reports:
The companies "have provided assurance to us that they have stopped," or taken steps to stop business with Iran, [Deputy Secretary of State James Steinberg] said.
"However, some international oil companies have not yet committed to any new activities in Iran's petroleum sector. And for this reason the State Department is launching investigations into those companies," he said.
He would not identify these firms or say how many there are.
Two Senators have asked Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to sanction Chinese and Turkish companies operating in Iran, while Turkey wants to triple its trade with the country.


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NAMM convention 2013
The North American Music Merchants convention got underway Thursday at Anaheim's convention center with major manufacturers displaying the new, the vintage and the totally rad in musical instruments. First started in 1901, the convention is time for merchants to see what's new for 2013 and gauge consumer's demand, and consequently what their orders will be for the coming year. Photo gallery by John Gastaldo/U-T San Diego


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Men's soccer begins championship run Saturday vs. Binghamton
Nov. 2, 2012
2012 Stony Brook Men's Soccer
Game #17: America East Quarterfinals
The Last Meeting
October 10, 2012
Vestal, N.Y.
Sat., Nov. 3 • LaValle Stadium • Stony Brook, N.Y. • 12 p.m.
Stony Brook Seawolves (10-5-1, 4-3-0 America East)
Binghamton Bearcats (6-10-1, 2-5-0 America East)
The Matchup: Stony Brook begins defense of its America East Championship title with a quarterfinal match against Binghamton. This is the fourth consecutive season that SB has qualified for the tournament and has won two of them in that span. This is the 34th all-time meeting between these two teams, and the Bearcats lead the series 21-10-2, but the Seawolves have won four straight in the series. The two teams have met once before in the postseason on Nov. 12, 2005 at LaValle Stadium. That night was the America East final, and the match ended in a 1-1 tie, but the Seawolves advanced with a 4-2 penalty kicks victory.
The Opponent: Binghamton had started the conference season a promising 2-0-0, but a 2-1 loss to Stony Brook on Oct. 10 sent the Bearcats into a six-game winless streak to end the regular season. The team did play a non-conference game on Tuesday, tying Bucknell 2-2. The Bearcats have not scored a goal against an America East team since the Stony Brook game on Oct. 10. Nonetheless, Jake Keegan poses a threat for the Seawolves. He is Binghamton's leading scorer with 10 goals and three assists that helped him earn All-America East first team honors.
Last Time Out: Stony Brook was three minutes away from a regular season championship, holding a 1-0 lead at Vermont last Saturday, but the Catamounts staged a comeback, scoring a goal late to force overtime, and UVM then scored again in the first overtime to win 2-1. Martin Giordano had scored the goal for Stony Brook with assists from Leonardo Fernandes and Berian Gobeil Cruz.
Postseason History: Stony Brook is 5-3-3 all-time in America East Championship matches, and the team has advanced by penalty kicks in each of the three ties. The Seawolves are also undefeated in home playoff games with a 5-0-2 record.
America East Honors: The Seawolves cleaned up in the America East awards this season. Leonardo Fernandes was crowned America East Midfielder of the Year for the third consecutive season. He also was named first-team All-America East for the third straight year. Raphael Abreu, Berian Gobeil Cruz, Marius Krathe and Kyle Schlesinger were all named second-team All-America East. Alejandro Fritz and Martin Giordano were both named to the All-Rookie team, and Schlesinger was also placed on the All-Academic team.
In the Rankings: Stony Brook has been ranked in the NSCAA Northeast Region poll each week this season except for one. Here are the Seawolves weekly rankings.
Quite the Rankings Debut: In the NCAA's first RPI rating of the 2012 season released on Oct. 16, the Seawolves came in at No. 46, the highest ranked team in America East. RPI, which is the Ratings Percentage Index, is a formula used to rank all the teams in Div. I soccer and is a component of how teams are chosen for at-large berths into the NCAA Tournament.
Starting Fast the Key: Stony Brook is 17-2-1 under head coach Ryan Anatol when the team scores the first goal of the game. Both losses have come this season (Oct. 5 vs. Boston University, Oct. 27 at Vermont)
Leo the Lion: Senior Leonardo Fernandes is quickly rising up the Stony Brook Men's Soccer record book. As one of the program's most decorated student-athletes, he has posted some incredible numbers and earned some outstanding honors. Here's the list:
Keeper Records: After a 1-0 shutout at Albany on Sept. 29, senior Stefan Manz is now the all-time leader in career shutouts in program history with 18. He is also first all-time in goalkeeper wins in program history with 28.
America East Rookie of the Week: Martin Giordano was named America East Rookie of the Week on Sept. 24 for posting a goal and an assist in Stony Brook's 1-0-1 week. Giordano scored less than a minute into SB's match at Sacred Heart and then assisted on the game-tying goal at Central Connecticut.
America East Player of the Week: Following a three-goal, one-assist weekend Sept. 14-16, Leonardo Fernandes was named America East Player of the Week for the fourth time in his career.
Making the pass: Freshman Alejandro Fritz notched a pair of assists vs. Buffalo on Sept. 16, matching the program's all-time single-game record. It's the 12th time in program history it's occurred. Fritz also scored a goal two days earlier against Fordham, giving him a strong four-point weekend.
What a Start: Freshman Alejandro Fritz scored a goal on his first collegiate shot, and it represented the game-winner in a 5-0 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Aug. 24. The effort netted Fritz America East Rookie of the Week honors.
Preseason Pick: Stony Brook goes into 2012 as the favorite to repeat as America East champion. The Seawolves were picked first in the preseason coaches poll, receiving six out of a possible seven first-place votes.
Tough Schedule: Stony Brook has a tough 16-game schedule that includes eight matches against teams that finished in the top 100 in RPI last season.
Up Next: If Stony Brook wins, it will advance to the semifinals and will play at UMBC Wednesday at 7 p.m.


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Wednesday, April 5, 2006
Violent Behavior while Asleep?
"As a mental health counselor in Fl., I have a client who during her sleepwalking does destructive things such as: turning on the burners on the stove, kicking in a louvered door, throwing a pitcher of iced tea on the floor. It is my understanding it is rather unusual that sleepwalkers do such harmful activities. Are there other reports of this?"
My answer:
First of all it is great that you are asking questions about sleep, much less sleepwalking in your patients. And yes you are certainly correct, most sleepwalkers rarely do any violent behaviors.
That being said there are several factors I would consider for this type of patient. First, I would want them to have a sleep study to determine whether or not they are actually sleep walking or if they have a situation called REM behavior disorder.
The difference is that in REM behavior disorder people usually are acting out their dreams (which can be violent). To distinguish between the two there are several symptoms to be aware of:
- Is this behavior happening in the later 1/3 of the evening ( where REM is more likely to occur); and,
- Does the behavior correspond to their dreams?
Either way a sleep study is needed for several reasons. Sleepwalking can be kicked off by any number of other sleep disorders (Apnea, insomnia, sleep deprivation, Narcolepsy, etc.) . There is now an entire body of literature looking at sleep-related violence.
The good news is that these behaviors are often treated with medication (Klonipin and some tricyclic anti-depressants) . Many of those with REM behavior disorder are thought to eventually develop Parkinson's, and if caught early the treatments are more effective.
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New £416m payout to Holocaust survivors
Germany has agreed to offer a new compensation deal to Holocaust survivors who spent time in ghettos and in hiding during the Second World War.
Thousands of survivors had been turned down for benefits because they had been in ghettos or in hiding for less than 18 months. As of January 1 2012, Germany will change the eligibility period to 12 months.
As a result, 8,000 new beneficiaries, who have never been compensated, will reportedly receive around €30,000 (£25,700) each, according to the Conference of Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.
Other eligibility rule changes mean that Germany will pay a total of 16,000 new survivor pensions. The entire payment is expected to total €485 million (£416 million) over the coming decade.
Another group of survivors expected to benefit are those aged 75 and over who were in a ghetto for less than 12 months but for at least three months. From January, they will be entitled to a monthly pension of between €240 (£206) and €200 (£172).


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The dog should be put down and the cat should be given a medal.
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One of the exceptionally few instances I'll concede that a cat is better than a dog.
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I don't believe the dog should be put down, the cat was great. I just don't understand why people call for the death of an animal because it attacked. If you went out and attacked someone, would you be fine with be called to get killed? The owner should get a fine and warned to keep the dog locked up on a leash and to make sure he walks the dog at least two times a day. Put a mussel of the dog if need be. I knew someone who got their dog put down because he snapped at a child who was annoying it, I mean wtf? We (humans) don't have the right to end any living creatures life, who the fck are we?
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This dog went up to a random child and attacked him. That means it's prone to unnecessary hostility. What if it had lunged for the child's face or neck, or if the cat wasn't there and the mother/any adults were further away? It pulled the child down and started biting into his leg, enough to cause incisions that required stitches.
These animals went through thousands of years of evolution to be subservient and obedient towards humans. This dog failed in that regard. It's dangerous and needs to be put down.
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Focus. Control. Conviction. Resolve. A true ace lacks none of these attributes. Nothing can deter you from the task at hand except your own fears. This is your sky.
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**** all dogs, vile nasty ****s
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That's why I prefer cat's over dogs although I am a sucker for a German Shepard or Collie! If that dog did that to my little boy I would chase it down the street, get a hold of it and beat 2 shade of ****ing **** out of it until it was dead!!PSN ID: Duffman19864
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Obviously they're still animals and that has to be taken into consideration.
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Yes, that dog may need to be put down. There is a huge difference between a human attacking and a dog attacking. For one thing, humans aren't bred to attack while some dog breeds such as the loosely termed pit bull are actually bred to be attack dogs.
The dog attacked the kid, but the cat came to the rescue. Like the member above me stated, what if the cat hadn't been there? What if no one had been there and the dog KILLED the little boy? And yes, there has been plenty of cases in which the dog kills the toddler or child. Then would you still say the dog does not need to be put down?
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Seriously? So, even at birth, a dog should know its place, when it hasn't even fully developed a "conscience" yet? They are trained for a reason. This dog was not trained, nor cared for, by the looks of it. The owner should be the one facing charges for obvious negligence. Yeah we're at the top of the food chain, doesn't mean we have to arrogant ****s about it.
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I can ask rhetorical and irrelevant questions too, but I don't see any purpose in it. This dog is clearly not a newborn. I also never mentioned the food chain. I was referring to the intelligence and capabilities of our species. There's hardly any arrogance in acknowledging facts.
You can't assume anything else about the dog or the ways the owners have raised it based on this video. That's ridiculous.
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Efforts should be made to at least "correct" the dog, but that's just me. I blame the owners of the dog more then the dog itself.
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The video has been taken down. But I'll take a dog over a cat any day. Cats are usually worthless POS.
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Just like consoles it's just preference. I love dogs, my wife loves cats.
I have a police German Shepard, and it's the best dog I've ever had. She's very sweet, and very protective of my wife and child.
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Keep it F.R.E.S.H this festival season
For all of you who are braving camping at a festival this summer, one word of warning to you: all those celebrities you see looking oh so fresh, stylish and effortless. They aren't camping. They showered. Effortless? They probably spent an hour getting ready.
Sadly, for most festival goers a quick blow dry isn't really an option so here's a few festival powder room essentials from a seasoned festival attendee. Don't look surprised. I wasn't always this square.
Baby wipes – Trust me you'll need these. In abundance. Think of it as a dry shower.
Dry shampoo – You already know I swear by this product but that is never more true than during festival season. It will change you life. A few sprays every day and your hair will be looking voluminous right until the last day. A piece of advice: don't even think about straightening your hair, embrace the curl. After working your way through a can of dry shampoo, even the most straight hair will be looking like an afro. There are worse things though so just get with it. Better curly than greasy. Trust me.
Sun tan lotion – Burned is not a good look. Even at a festival. Plus it makes sleeping in a tent at night jolly uncomfortable. Even if it's chucking it down (likely) make sure you've at least got some SPF on your face.
A deodorant that works – Greasy hair is one thing. Body odour is another, more serious issue. In this day and age smelling is frankly unacceptable. Invest in a deodorant that works. Nobody wants to be sharing a tent with a sweaty Betty. Sure, 48 hour protection is always a safe bet.
Hand sanitiser – Normally I wouldn't be in favour of OCD encouragement products. After all a little bit of dirt is good for us, right? Helps build anti-bodies and all that. However, festivals are a major exception to this rule. Other people can be gross and this is no more evident when they've been drinking. Possibly for four days straight. Dirt from nature is one thing. Dirty humans is another. Sanitise those hands, because you don't know where the other persons have been. Portaloos. Say no more.
Multi-tasking products – Remember you'll be lugging everything around and trust me even if on day one you're painstakingly applying your usual make-up routine by day 4 you're not going to care that much. Bring products that are quick and easy to apply (i.e. without the mirror that someone has inadvertently stood on, on day 2). I'd recommend Nars the Multiple for eyes, lips and cheeks and Bliss Problem Salved 20-in-1 for pretty much everything else.
Face wipes – Normally I'm a stickler for a proper cleanse and moisturise skin care routine but this is a bit unrealistic at a festival so just make sure you've got some good cleansing wipes to rid your skin of the daily dirt. Avoid the temptation to just use a regular baby wipe. Irritated skin is not a good festival look. And you'll want something that can handle glitter, extreme eye-liner, body paints …
Dental hygiene – Very close to personal freshness in terms of importance. Unclean teeth is pretty socially unacceptable (and rightly so) even at a festival. And with Lush's Toothy Tabs there really is no excuse. Just crush and rush for minty fresh breath. Easy!
These 8 items will save your life at a festival. Well maybe not your life but definitely your face and general appearance. None can be missed but optional extras may be added such as glitter eyeshadow, long-lasting mascara, glam-rock liner – festivals mean FUN all over your face – but be warned, what looked good on day one may appear a little crusty and gross by day four. When in doubt just stick to a nice tinted moisturiser. Your face will probably welcome the product overload break! Above all: Keep. It. Fresh.


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Improved Seat Exeo now in showrooms
Friday 10 February 2012
• Refreshed exterior styling and improved quality
• Improved diesel engine
• Frugal Ecomotive version coming
The 2012 model year Seat Exeo is now available in showrooms, sporting a refreshed look and a revised diesel engine.
Starting at £19,480, the Exeo range comes with a choice of two petrol engines: a 1.8-litre available in 118bhp and 158bhp guises and a 2.0-litre with a choice of 197bhp or 208bhp. A 2.0-litre diesel is also available with either 118bhp, 141bhp or 168bhp.
Seat has revised the diesel engine with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions. Emissions for the least powerful version are now 129g/km, with a combined fuel economy figure of 58.9mpg.
An Ecomotive version – Seat's name for its cleanest and most fuel efficient models – is also on the way. Using a combination of features, like improved aerodynamics, taller gearing and stop and start technology, the Ecomotive aims to be as clean as possible. Seat is projecting CO2 emissions of less than 120g/km and is hoping it will appeal to both private customers and fleet managers alike.
Aesthetic revisions have been made to the Exeo for 2012. It has a reprofiled nose which houses new bi-xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights. A new range of alloy wheel designs complete the exterior makeover.
Inside, Seat has upgraded the materials used, with better quality leather on the steering wheel and new seat upholstery.
The new Seat Exeo is in showrooms now, preceding the forthcoming Ibiza supermini and all new Mii city car. It is available in both saloon and estate body shapes.
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Updated insider information by Chellie Campbell, author of "The Wealthy Spirit: Daily Affirmations for Financial Stress Reduction"
363 – December 29
"The life of man is a journey, a journey that must be traveled, however bad the roads or the accommodations."—Oliver Goldsmith
As a teacher, I try to act as a signpost to others, pointing the way down the road to success. But sometimes as I lecture, I know I'm the one I'm talking to. "Oh yeah, that's a good idea, Chellie; why aren't you doing that?!" says the voice in my head. I know that people point to leaders and teachers, whispering that they're "not walking their talk" and quail when I know I don't always walk mine. But I only learn to walk it after I talk it for a while and watch myself fail to connect, to measure up, to succeed at what I know I should do, what St. Chellie would do without blinking or thinking twice. Talking with my friend Korey, I agonized over the road I have taken and how many foibles and failures marked the way. I regretted the many times I strayed from the road I knew to be straight and true, the path to health and well-being, to financial success, loving relationships, spiritual peace.
"Why did I leave the road so many times?" I moaned.
"You were still on the road, Chellie," she told me. "You were just in the shitty part of it."
I still laugh over that description, but with that one sentence, she changed my picture of life. I had seen the map of life as a series of roads, with highways and byways and detours, but always one clear shining path that we were supposed to stay on. If you were on that bright path, the path was always straight and the sun always shone. It was only when you left the road that troubles loomed.
Now I see that roads are not so straightforward. You choose your road for the promised destination but the journey is never what you expect. Sometimes the way is steep, lined with sharp stones; sometimes it is a walk in the park. On some parts of the road the sun smiles; on others the wind howls. Sometimes other roads line up with ours and we trudge for a time side by side with another traveler. When we stumble, another can reach out a hand to steady us. Then the roads diverge again; our paths change; they keep north while we veer east. But always we are on our road. The one less traveled, the one we have chosen. The road beckons and we follow. We have chosen the destination and the road will take us where it wills. Its troubles train our endurance, strengthen our commitment until we are worn shiny smooth like rocks in a tumbler.
I stumble. I fall. I pick myself up. I repair the road. I learn. Success lies just over the next hill…or the one after that.
Today's Affirmation: "The road is clear and the way open to all the success I desire!"
In December of 1999, I had been working on The Wealthy Spirit for about a year and a half. Funny things happened sometimes when I wrote. Something outside myself would take over and write. I know this, because I will often read a page from the book and have no recollection of writing it.
One afternoon, a gang of City workers were repairing the street outside my house, and I was thinking about roads, and journeys. As I started to write, the words took shape as a poem. My publisher didn't think it was good enough to include in the book, but my roommate Shelley thinks it's the best thing I ever wrote. I like it myself. Make of it what you will.
"No parking" signs nailed on a tree
The road is closed for surgery
With huge machines that cut and churn
Spit gravel chunks and scrape and burn.
With broken skin that seems to weep
The bruises on the pavement seep
Awaiting asphalt acne cream
To soothe the sorrows of the dream.
Fourteen men in four-ton trucks
Rope the road that twists and bucks
They brand a hot new blue-black skin
Where once old pock-marked scars had been.
I, too, have shouldered such a load
With layers thick of rocky road
Buried deep beneath new skins
I paste on top to hide my sins.
Potholes, pits and deep scars ride
Just underneath the smiling side
They give me depth and shape and hue
Denied to those whose tracks are new.
And I will bear more troubles well
Because this road has led through hell
Resurfacing in brighter days
I slowly learn to change my ways.
No parking here, keep moving on
Where others trudged and then were gone
A million roads more millions trod
All wend their winding way to God.
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This is great Chellie. I am always inspired when I read your stuff. Your road analogy is spot on!
Hi Chellie,
Hope you had a great Christmas. I am excited about your blog and will try to check in daily. And I love your poem. I think you should write a book of Wealthy Spirit Poems. Make it an ebook so the publisher can't edit anything out:).
Love ya,
Sharon, that's too funny! I love that idea Carol, I'm glad you liked my analogy – I loved how it appeared to me. Thanks for joining me here, dolphins!
A super poem. That road repairs could produce a vivid life experience is impressive!! I agree with your roommate. Keep them coming.


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Voters in the East Jasper School District will cast ballots on a proposed $10 million bond issue Dec. 16.
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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh may undergo heart surgery on Saturday. It is unlikely he will attend the Republic Day parade.
The PM's surgery would be performed by a team of doctors from AIIMS, Mumbai and US.
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