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Seems like an easy enough thing to find but so far it has eluded me. Can someone please tell me the separate lengths of a complete upper (16" barrel carbine) and a lower with either a fixed stock or w/ collapsible extended? Thanks much :)


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THE introduction of the Tax Administration Act will bring major changes to taxpayers in the year ahead, says Johan van der Walt, tax director at law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr.
The act has given the South African Revenue Service (SARS) tremendous powers enabling it to "strategically pursue intentional non-compliance". It also provides for the appointment of a tax ombud who is meant to ensure that SARS does not "over-exploit" its new or existing powers.
Mr van der Walt was concerned over the independence of the ombudsman since that office will be financed by SARS, with personnel being seconded from the agency, even if the ombud is appointed by the finance minister and not the SARS commissioner.
Mr van der Walt also said there was great uncertainty over the implementation of the act as well as over the extent to which taxpayers will be able to test powers given to SARS.
Beric Croome, a tax executive at Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs, writing in an article earlier this year, said the act has created clarity on SARS's powers of gathering information.
"On the one hand, SARS must administer the tax laws of SA and is entitled to obtain the information to meet its mandate. On the other hand, taxpayers are entitled to a right to privacy, as enshrined in the constitution."
He also said: "There is, therefore, tension between the powers of SARS and the right of taxpayers to privacy. The power to conduct search and seizure operations without a warrant is controversial, and it is hoped that this power will only be used in those instances where it is warranted, and that it is not abused."
The power to issue a jeopardy assessment when the commissioner of SARS is of the opinion that tax collection could be compromised has also raised eyebrows. Thus the commissioner can issue an assessment even before the taxpayer was supposed to file a tax return.
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has to appoint a tax ombud before the third quarter of next year. He indicated in his budget speech in February that he wanted to fill the position this year.
Adrian Lackay, SARS spokesman, said taxpayers have the right to question SARS's conduct.
However, SARS recognised that it was not easy for individuals to question the authority and procedures of such an influential organisation.
"It's a bit like David and Goliath. The tax ombud will be the power base from which individual taxpayers can challenge SARS's administrative action, procedures and service," he aid.
The tax ombud will be able to recommend corrective action for SARS to take. The ombud would also be able to initiate his or her own reviews of SARS's service.

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13241 NE 109th Place
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155 Division NW
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Banfield the Pet Hospital
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation proposes to extend Fire Tower Road (S.R. 1708) from the proposed Greenville Southwest Bypass to Memorial Drive (N.C. 11/903) in Pitt County, NC near the City of Greenville and the Town of Winterville.
NCDOT is proposing to extend Fire Tower Road from the proposed Greenville Southwest Bypass to Memorial Drive.
The primary purpose of the proposed project is to provide improved east-west system connectivity between Memorial Drive and the proposed Greenville Southwest Bypass (TIP Project No. R-2250), while also relieving traffic congestion on Forlines Road (S.R. 1126) in the design year. Additionally, the proposed improvements will offer a better means of access to Pitt Community College, other local destinations in the Greenville/Winterville area, and adjacent residential developments.
VPD = Vehicles per Day. Data Source: AADT maps & Greenville Urban Area CTP.
The Greenville Urban Area 2009-2035 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) recommended the extension of Fire Tower Road from Memorial Drive to Forlines Road as the 6th highest priority in the county. This includes the construction of a multi-lane urban facility that will involve a combination of both widening and new location sections. The LRTP also recommended the widening of Forlines Road to a multi-lane urban road from the proposed Greenville Southwest Bypass to N.C. 11 as the 19th highest priority in the county.
In order to address both the local vision for the project and the community's needs, NCDOT proposes to extend Fire Tower Road from the proposed Greenville Southwest Bypass to Memorial Drive. The proposed project is approximately 2.7 miles and would involve the widening of some sections of existing roadway from 2 lanes to a 4-lane section divided by a median.. The precise location of the proposed improvements has not been determined at this point, but there are currently 5 alternatives under consideration. These alternatives include the following:
Kristine A. O'Connor, P.E.Project Development Engineer
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In many cases, it is inevitable that a certain amount of private property must be acquired. The displacement of homes and businesses is minimized to the extent practicable. The following brochures will answer questions about this process.


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- Final Fantasy XII - The Zodiac Age
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Looks cool, I have to admit. Certainly a bit different and a bit more exciting than the usual NFS stuff.
|"This looks... different. I'm a huge fan of racing games, but when it comes to NFS, I've ignored the... - RenegadeCZ"
Homefront had potential. The final product was slightly above average, which is sad because there were quite a few nice ideas tossed around in that one. Unfortunately, it appears that most concepts, gameplay wise, were taken from every other shooter known to man and geek (and woman... the woman... the ONE woman).
Where was I?
Oh yes, so it appears that Crytek -- creators of Far Cry and Crysis -- intend to continue the Homefront franchise, as confirmed by publisher THQ. That's right, Crytek is going to work on Homefront 2.
"Selecting Crytek to take Homefront forward underscores our strategy of working with the industry's best talent," said Danny Bilson, EVP Core Games, THQ.
"Homefront's unique setting and storyline captivated gamers the world over. With Crytek's industry leading technology and legendary experience in the FPS genre, we're supremely confident that the next Homefront will deliver that AAA-quality experience that players demand."
"We see Homefront as a really strong universe that has a lot of potential and that has been expertly created and marketed by THQ," said Cevat Yerli, Founder, CEO and President of Crytek. "We believe that bringing our level of quality, creativity and production values to the next Homefront title, creates an opportunity for both THQ and Crytek to deliver a truly blockbuster game. It's really important to us that THQ has the faith in giving us a lot of creative freedom over one of its most important properties to allow us to bring the Homefront world to life in a new and innovative way."
Hm, this may not be a bad idea. Crytek certainly knows their way around a shooter and they definitely have the tech to utilize for the game, so here's hoping.
|""Homefront�s unique setting and storyline captivated gamers the world over." Okay. ... - Cheddar"
There's a short video taken from an Israeli TV show, which evidently talks about some of the aspects of video game development and, not surprisingly enough, it has a dude from EA talking about Dead Space. There's a Dead Space 3 logo shown briefly in one of the shots, as well as some concept art, so now everyone's yapping about how this is the first sight of Visceral Games' third installment in the horror series.
Dead Space and Dead Space 2 were great games, but I'm starting to think they need to mix things up a bit for the third game. Or maybe they should just stay focused on survival horror elements. Yes, they did that for the second game, but they need to do it more so... Otherwise, it's just another action game.
Still, EA is keeping silent about Dead Space 3 for the time being, so no official word from them or Visceral. Stay tuned... Maybe they'll give us a clue, sooner or later.
Thanks, IGN and thanks Israeli TV :)
|"It's time Dead Space became a FPS. Nobody plays third person shooters anymore, except Queers of War... - Un Om Bun"
Blizzard Entertainment, the mother of all developers, has revealed that the Diablo 3 beta has gone live and, well, here's the official word:
"The fiery gates leading to the Burning Hells have begun to swing open, and the Diablo III beta test is officially underway. Invitations to participate in the beta test are now being delivered to the chosen heroes. As with beta tests for other Blizzard Entertainment games, the testing process for Diablo III will occur in phases. In addition to selecting players who have opted in via their Battle.net accounts, we'll also be providing keys through beta promotions and giveaways -- stay tuned for more info. We welcome those invited to provide feedback or report bugs on the official forums," says Blizz.
"This closed beta test is an important milestone for us as we enter the final stages of development on Diablo III," said Blizzard CEO Mike Morhaime.
"Our goal is to create the best action role-playing game experience to date, building on everything we've learned since the release of Diablo II and incorporating the powerful features of the new Battle.net platform. We hope players enjoy participating in the beta test and we look forward to hearing their feedback."
Diablo 3 on the horizon, eh? Oh wait, it's just the damn, beta. Oh well, still more to go until they release the full version. Don't forget you're gonna need a constant Internet connection to play the game.
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For the fish:
Clean the fish. Leave the skin on. Slice from the middle but not all the way through.
In a baking tray place the fish and add garlic, thyme, rosemary, lemon juice. Rub hem thoroughly.
Sprinkle cumin powder, paprika and oil. Rub it and add salt. Add the butter.
Wrap the fish in a foil and bake for 15-20 minutes at 200 degree C.
For the vegetables:
In a pan add olive oil, onions and bell peppers. Saute. Add ginger.
Add the bok choy and chinese cabbage. Saute till they start to get a little soft.
Now add the soya sauce, salt and pepper.
Toss and serve with the baked fish.
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Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine's name on the Democratic ticket can realistically nudge the pivotal state closer into Hillary Clinton's column — no small feat in a contest of two presidential nominees that engender strong feelings by themselves.
Kaine's rise through Richmond city politics and tenure in state government gives the party disproportionate pull, specifically in the politically dynamic capital city metro area.
And while Clinton's aides try to downplay his potential impact on the must-win state, strategists in both parties say Kaine can put Virginia out of Republican Donald Trump's reach in the race for 270 Electoral College votes.
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PENNS GROVE — A Penns Grove man has been arrested and charged with shoplifting at a local supermarket, police said.
Rodney A. Cleveland, 42, of Silver Run Apartments, was apparhended Dec. 3 at 10:09 a.m. at a local supermarket.
He was served and released pending a new court date.
Other police activity:
• Preston Richman III, 29, no address given, was arrested Dec. 7 at 6:45 a.m. at Penn Village Apartments for an outstanding warrant out of the Salem County Prosecutor's Office, police said.
Richman was charged with burglary and was lodged in the Salem County Correctional Facility in default of $30,000 bail.
• Alejandro Ziniga, 24, of Clayton, was arrested Dec. 4 at 1:08 a.m. for possession of a controlled dangerous substance, police said.
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Funeral services are set for a 8-year-old girl killed in an alleged drunken driving accident in Norman.
Cadence Gordon's life will be celebrated at Crosspointe Church at 1 p.m. Saturday, family members said.
Gordon was killed in a wreck along Highway 9 in East Norman on Labor Day. Police arrested Kimberly Wenthold on complaints of manslaughter and driving under the influence.
Relatives are asking those who wish to come to the service to dress in purple and pink, Gordon's favorite colors, instead of black.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up in the name of Christina Francis at the USE Federal Credit Union, 2701 E. Imhoff Road, Room C-131, Norman, 73071-1103. Please direct any donations to "Attn: Melody" at the credit union.


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Last week we wrestled with the question of how we know if our faith is strong. We empathized with those disciples on the road to Emmaus on Easter Sunday evening (Luke 24:13-35) shaken to their very core, doubting everything they thought they believed. But then Jesus came along and showed them who he was.
This year marks the 400th anniversary of King James of England authorizing the translation of the Bible commonly known as the King James Version. He commissioned six committees (42 men, no women) to come up with a common translation of the Bible that would be the standard text of the realm. Their work began in 1604 and was completed in 1611.
So how long did your Easter high last? Do you know what I'm talking about - that rush of spirituality that just seems to be in the air around Easter - with all the special music and the attention to religion given - even on TV? It all comes together to get the Christian's heart burning with excitement, with love, with joy and hope.
Every year, Easter is such a high, singing hymns celebrating the victory Jesus has won for us. I pray you had a chance to get to church and enjoy the excitement of joining with others celebrating the gift of life we've been given.
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Last week, we noticed the difference between the soldiers (Jesus' enemies) and the women (Jesus' friends) at the tomb that first Easter Sunday morning. The soldiers fainted in fear. The women listened to God's word and found joy. Here's Matthew 28:5: "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay."
A great sigh of relief swept through our nation on Sunday night as President Barack Obama announced that Osama bin Laden had been found and killed in a covert military raid.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt said that "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Yeah right. Try telling that to the man being mauled by a bear, or the woman about to be hit by a car, or anyone facing a life-threatening danger. Just telling them they don't have to fear it doesn't quite do the job.
"For Sale: one empty tomb, like new, sure to increase in value. Make offer."
Christian writer, preacher and teacher Tony Campolo famously tells a wonderful story of a "preach off" in which he competed with several pastors in his predominantly African-American church.
It's Good Friday, the pivotal date in world history.
"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from the words of my groaning?"
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DELTONA -- Phil Giorno had enough headaches as chairman of the Volusia County Democratic Executive Committee when he stepped in to run for the district 27 state representative seat for Dennis Mulder who had to resign because of a family illness.
Because of the timing, though, Mulder's name remained on the ballot per state election laws.
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May 2, 2011, may not be rembered as much as Sept. 11, but Osama bin Laden didn't get to rejoice on the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks he masterminded. That's because American Navy Seals took him out. Bin Laden was shot to death. Payback is a son-of a-bitch.


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Our team includes industry leaders and seasoned executives all drawn to the common purpose of realizing our mission to deliver on the promise of messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients. In addition to extensive experience in the biopharma industry, we share a commitment to the possibilities that mRNA science brings to medicine and a desire to rapidly and effectively advance the science to benefit patients.
Moderna Executive Committee
- Stéphane Bancel, Chief Executive Officer
- Marcello Damiani, Chief Digital Officer
- Stephen W. Harbin, Senior Vice President, Manufacturing and Operations
- Stephen Hoge, M.D., President
- Saqib Islam, Chief Business Officer
- James R. Kasinger, General Counsel
- Lorence Kim, M.D., Chief Financial Officer
- Tal Zaks, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Medical Officer and President, Caperna
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Stéphane joined Moderna in the summer of 2011 when it was a one employee company. He has assembled a world-class team and raised more than $1Billion between equity financing and upfront from licensing collaborations.
He was previously CEO of bioMérieux, a world leader in the diagnostics industry. bioMerieux has more than 6,000 employees, a market capitalization of €2.5 billion, and sales of more than €1.3 billion.
Prior to his time at bioMérieux, Stéphane was the managing director of Eli Lilly Belgium and executive director of global manufacturing strategy and supply chain at Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, Indiana. He started at Lilly in their UK manufacturing plant outside London.
He holds a Master of Engineering from École Central Paris, a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Stéphane was elected a 2009 Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. He was elected best CEO for investor relations in France in 2009 and was ranked the number one CEO in the biotech sector according to the 2011 Thomson Reuters EXTEL Study. Stéphane serves as a supervisory director of Qiagen N.V., and on the Board of Directors of Syros Pharmaceuticals.
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As Chief Digital Officer Marcello brings a wealth of experience from both Tech companies and Life Science companies and a true passion for making Digital a reality. He has 20 years experience working in the IT field, with the last 10 years being spent in leadership roles for multinational companies in Europe and in the U.S.
Prior to joining Moderna, Marcello has been instrumental in conceiving and building creative IT solutions to help solve business challenges, first at Motorola and then at bioMerieux. His expertise is in visioning, strategizing and implementing innovative programs to update and streamline the digital landscapes. He is known for his ability to transform a company's Information flow, and ultimately improving the product and the company's processes through digitization.
Marcello possesses a Master of Science degree in Information Systems Architecture from the University of Toulouse in France, and he has just finished an international Executive MBA program through TRIUM, an alliance of three of the world's top universities: the London School of Economics, New York University Stern Business School and the HEC School of Management in Paris.
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Senior Vice President, Manufacturing and Operations
Steve brings more than 30 years of diverse operational experience in pharmaceuticals and in-vitro diagnostics to his position at Moderna, having served in a variety of senior business and operational leadership roles both in Europe and the U.S. Prior to joining Moderna, he was the corporate vice president of Global Operations at bioMérieux, where he was responsible for more than 3,000 global employees over multiple global functions and manufacturing sites.
In his career Steve has held senior leadership positions driving strategic direction and performance in such areas as, manufacturing, information systems, quality, regulatory affairs, and compliance. He has continually refined and reengineered internal processes driving transformation in response to new business challenges.
Steve has held leadership roles with Eli Lilly and Company, Shionogi Qualicaps (Spain), Elanco Qualicaps (U.K.), and Elanco Animal Health where his work covered many different dimensions from sales and marketing to HR and people development in highly regulated environments, resulting in receiving 'best practice' recognition from the FDA.
He graduated in 1979 from Durham College of Agriculture in the UK.
As President of Moderna, Stephen leads all research and development in mRNA technology, including chemistry, biology, formulation, and technical development. In addition Stephen is responsible for New Venture Labs, Moderna's internal venture incubator and has played a founding role in all of Moderna's therapeutic area ventures. Having joined Moderna at a very early stage, Stephen has played a wide range of other roles at the company, including leading corporate development & strategy, mRNA science, and preclinical oncology.
Prior to Moderna, Stephen was a partner at McKinsey & Company and a leader in the firm's healthcare practice. At McKinsey Stephen advised senior management teams of leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies on a wide range of strategic and operational topics. Prior to joining McKinsey, Stephen was a physician in New York. He holds an M.D. with thesis from the University of California, San Francisco and a B.S. in neuroscience from Amherst College.
Currently, Stephen also serves on the board of directors of Axcella, Inc., a clinical stage biotechnology company.
Saqib Islam
Chief Business Officer
As Chief Business Officer, Saqib oversees critical aspects of Moderna's growth, including global strategic planning, corporate development and business development.
Saqib joined Moderna from Alexion Pharmaceuticals, where he served as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Portfolio Officer, executing the company's corporate growth strategies and contributing to its assessment and management of global operations. Prior to joining Alexion, Saqib worked for more than 20 years in international business management with a focus on business development, strategic decision-making and planning and capital markets. He has an extensive background in the healthcare banking sector, having held positions of increasing responsibility in the investment banking divisions of Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and most recently, Credit Suisse Securities. Earlier in his career, Saqib provided strategic analysis and advice to client firms across diverse industry segments for The Boston Consulting Group.
Saqib received a bachelor's degree from McGill University, graduating as a University Scholar, and a J.D. from Columbia Law School, where he was a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar.
James R. Kasinger
General Counsel
Jim leads all legal, corporate governance, and intellectual property matters at Moderna.
A highly accomplished attorney with more than 16 years of experience, Jim brings to Moderna an extensive background in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, securities, and licensing law. Before joining Moderna, Jim was the general counsel at PlumChoice, Inc., a provider of technical support services to Fortune 1000 companies. Prior to PlumChoice, Jim was a partner at the global law firm, Goodwin Procter LLP, where he represented life sciences, technology and other high-growth companies in all stages of their life cycles, from formation, to obtaining seed and growth financings, to initial public offering, merger or sale. Jim started his legal career at Testa, Hurwitz & Thibeault.
Jim holds a JD from Boston College Law School, graduating cum laude, and a B.A. from Wheaton College, graduating magna cum laude.
Lorence Kim, M.D.
Chief Financial Officer
Lorence joins Moderna from Goldman Sachs where he was a managing director and co-head of the U.S. biotechnology investment banking effort. He joined Goldman Sachs in 1999 as a summer associate and was named managing director in 2008. As a member of the healthcare investment banking group for nearly 14 years, Lorence's responsibilities included corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, with several billion in equity and equity-linked financings, and more than $55 billion in M&A transactions. Lorence is currently a member of the board of directors of Seres Therapeutics.
Prior to joining Goldman Sachs, Lorence worked in various medical research and consulting positions concurrent with his graduate studies. Lorence graduated from Harvard University, magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with an A.B. in biochemical sciences in 1995. He also earned an MBA in healthcare management as a Palmer Scholar from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2000 and an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Medicine in 2000.
Tal Zaks, M.D., Ph.D.
Chief Medical Officer and President, Caperna
As chief medical officer, Dr. Tal Zaks oversees preclinical development, clinical development and regulatory affairs across Moderna and its ventures. Prior to joining Moderna, Dr. Zaks was senior vice president and head of Global Oncology at Sanofi, where he was responsible for all aspects of oncology drug discovery, development and commercialization.
Dr. Zaks began his industry career at GlaxoSmithKline in the genetics research group, where he built the oncology translational medicine team and led translational research on lapatinib as well as the in-licensing and clinical development of foretinib. In addition to his industry work, Dr. Zaks is associate professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, and has served as a volunteer physician at the Philadelphia Veterans Administration Medical Center, treating patients with genitourinary cancers.
Dr. Zaks received his M.D. and Ph.D. from the Ben Gurion University in Israel and conducted post-doctoral research at the U.S. National Institutes of Health. He completed his clinical training in internal medicine at Temple University Hospital followed by a fellowship in medical oncology at the University of Pennsylvania.
Stephen Kelsey, M.D.
President, Onkaido
Stephen has extensive pharmaceutical industry experience in oncology. After 16 years as an academic clinician, he started his industry career at Sugen, and later was vice president of hematology/oncology at Genentech. While at Genentech, Stephen played a significant role in the development of key products Perjeta®, Kadcyla® and Erivedge®, as well as other molecules in the company's oncology portfolio. He left Genentech in 2009 to run Geron's oncology division, where he served for four years as executive vice president, research and development, and chief medical officer helping to develop therapeutics and vaccines to fight cancer.
Most recently Stephen was senior vice president, new projects at the cancer therapies company Medivation. Stephen graduated with a Doctorate of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Birmingham, UK and is a fellow of both the Royal Colleges of Physicians and Pathologists, UK.
Michael Watson, MB ChB, MRCP, AFPM
President, Valera
Dr. Watson is a trained physician in internal medicine and infectious disease, bringing a twenty-year career in vaccine work to his new role with Moderna. Previously, Dr. Watson was Global Head of Vaccination Policy and Advocacy at Sanofi Pasteur. He has also held positions including Head of R&D for Acambis, UK Medical Director of Aventis Pasteur MSD as well as Head of Clinical and Epidemiology for SPMSD in France. His broad experience developing and licensing vaccines for conditions from smallpox, to encephalitis, to influenza and more has involved collaboration with key organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, GAVI (The Vaccine Alliance) and other government and non-governmental organizations. He has served as Chair of the Vaccines Committee and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Group of the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association, (IFPMA) and is a member of the Board of Vaccines Europe and a board member of The Foundation for Innovative New Vaccines, FIND.


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Racers from more than 40 states and five countries make up the field of about 3,000 registered for the 4th Annual Jazz Half Marathon set for Oct. 27 at 7 a.m. And it's not too late to register on jazzhalf.com for $65 through Oct. 14, and late registration is $100 starting Oct. 15.
Personalized race bib numbers are available to entrants submitted by Sunday, race director Mike Cambre said.
The race starts and finishes at Lafayette Square. Along the route, runners are treated to music by local New Orleans bands. There is also a 5K fun run beginning at 7:30 a.m.
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U.S. Postal Service officials are asking the public to be sure mail carriers can safely make it to and from mailboxes in the wake of Sunday's blizzard.
Sidewalks, pathways, approaches to and egresses from mailboxes should be free of snow and ice, officials said.
"Keeping mailboxes and surrounding areas clear will prevent injuries and let our employees provide the best possible service, even in the worst conditions," USPS Northern New Jersey District Manager Priscilla M. Maney said in a news release. "We owe it to our families, our neighbors, and the letter carriers to make sure our properties are safe and accessible."
In the release, officials based in Newark note that mail-order prescription medicines as well as Social Security, retirement and other important supplemental income checks are all in the mail stream this week.
Northern New Jersey postal employees serve 4,200 carrier routes and more than two million street deliveries in communities with ZIP codes that begin with the numbers: 070, 071, 072, 073, 074, 075, 076, 078, 079, 088, and 089.
"With the public's help, our employees will be able to provide uninterrupted service and fulfill the famous phrase: 'Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds,'" Maney said.


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Cotati town hall event scheduled for Sept. 3
Cotati Mayor Mark Landman and U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, D, Napa, will share the stage and microphone on Tuesday, Sept. 3, for a town hall meeting in the Cotati Room from 6-7:30 p.m.
This will be the second time Landman has faced the public in an open-forum format, while it will be the only town hall meeting for Thompson during this congressional recess. Landman in April hosted "An Evening With the Mayor" in April at the Redwood Café in Cotati and had promised to do another before the year was out.
Thompson and his representatives expressed some interest in a joint forum and was extended the invitation by Landman. Thompson, during the last congressional recess, had done a number of town meetings throughout his district.
"We're going to sit down and each speak for a few minutes and then open it up to questions from the audience," Landman said. "I'm pretty certain Rep. Thompson will handle the national questions, I'll take the local questions and as for the regional questions, we'll see who wants to take a swing at it."
It is likely some in the audience will want to question Thompson on his role as chairman of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. He's also likely to be questioned about the controversy surrounding National Security Agency surveillance tactics.
Landman sees this meeting as an opportunity for both constituents and elected officials to get to know each other better.
"It's really important, whether you're a congressman or on the city council, to learn what your constituents are thinking," Landman said. "Sometimes, you don't get a chance to hear from a lot of folks. And events like this brings out new people who might not have a chance to attend a city council meeting. This is a chance to inform people. Sometimes, issues can be reduced to one or two sentences, and others take more discussion. It's an opportunity for there to be an increase in communication, and I'm looking forward to that."


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Sorry we haven't been in touch for a while but we do have good news. We made it into 2 festivals, Kids First an online competition, and Kidz... Read more
The Art of Robo-san and Wan-chan
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I just mailed out the books on Thursday and I was told that you should expect them around Wednesday.
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Books Are In
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The books are finally in. They look a lot better than the first rendition we did, the pictures are really crisp. Eric is getting back back from a... Read more
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We just mailed out everyone's DVD's and posters this morning, so I think you should be expecting your prizes on Monday. On another note,... Read more
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Thanks to your support we have entered into five film festivals. The festivals that we have submitted to are the Chicago International Children's Film... Read more
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We just found out today that our composer will not be able to do our music score. If you guys know of anyone or are a composer yourself... Read more
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Here is another animatic, it has some new shots we didn't quite have finished for the one due Wednesday. It's coming together, we are rendering and compositing now... Read more
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Our goal is to make a balanced style of Chardonnay, one that expresses the vibrancy of our cool climate grapes and the underlying minerality. We take advantage of our growing conditions to soften the wine with Malolactic fermentation. Since our first vintage in 2002, we have also used our own adaptation of the Passito method to balance fruit and oak. Fresh fruit aromas of pear, apple, and citrus, with dried fruit flavors of fig and baked pear, are complemented by toasted bread and underlying minerality. A supple, round mouthfeel is the result of extended lees stirring in lightly toasted French oak barrels and the richness of the malo fermentation is lightened by a firm acidic backbone.


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Man charged after Pa. cheerleader fight at game
CARLISLE -- The uncle of a girl involved in a fight among cheerleaders at a youth football game in south-central Pennsylvania is facing charges after allegedly assaulting an off-duty state trooper who was trying to break it up.
The Patriot-News of Harrisburg reported that 29-year-old Damien Jones, of Harrisburg, was charged with aggravated and simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct after the Sunday evening game in Carlisle.
North Middleton Township Police Chief Douglas Reitz said the trooper was trying to make an arrest after a 13-year-old cheerleader wouldn't stop fighting. Reitz said that's when Jones, the uncle of one of the cheerleaders, attacked the trooper and knocked him down.
Jones was taken to Cumberland County jail.


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FRITCH - John Quirk of Fritch doesn't know how to stop.
Quirk, 71, would rather be riding high on his tractor, plowing up the community garden he helped start here, than sitting in a rocking chair whiling away his days.
"Setting around don't go for me," Quirk said.
That spirit has led to his involvement in the Lions Club in Borger, of which he is president. And his participation in the Fritch Chamber of Commerce, trying to build up the local economy.
That's where he came up with the idea of starting a community garden, where residents can each have a plot of land to tend.
"We're always looking for something to get the people involved in the town, in something," he said.
"This place that we ended up getting belonged to the Lake Meredith Baptist Church, a farm for years."
The church warned Quirk that it was rough land that needed to be mowed several different ways to be usable. That didn't stop him.
Last year, Quirk helped make the land ripe for planting. He tilled the land, laid out the plots and put in a watering system. Then 38 people signed up for plots, which each measure about 336 square feet.
"There were people (who) had doubts that we would get them half-filled up," Quirk said. "I had the list, and the plots were already three-fourths gone. It's working great."
Folks planted flowers, onions, radishes, lettuce, cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, okra and black-eyed peas, among others. So many came that Quirk's adding about 10 more plots this year.
But before spring planting, Quirk tills the soil every day after he gets off work from his maintenance job at La Mirage Villas in Borger. He uses his own tractors to do the work and thinks about how many people will appreciate the work.
"It's benefiting a lot of people," he said. "Maybe a third of them never planted a garden. It's interesting to see them out in the middle of it pulling weeds."
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WASIM: The Chairman Senate Mr. Wasim Sajjad, heading a four-member Senate delegation has had meetings with the President of Australian Senate Ms. Margaret Elizabeth Reid and Speaker of the Representative Mr. Ian Sinclair in Canberra.
The Senate Chairman briefed the presiding officers of the Australian Parliament in detail about the security scenario in South Asia and the threat which Pakistan is facing in the wake of recent Indian nuclear testing.
He apprised them about the belligerent statements being issued by the Indian leadership against Pakistan.
Mr. Wasim Sajjad also pointed out that the core issue between Pakistan and India is Kashmir. Unless it is resolved in accordance with the UN Security Council Resolutions, peace and security cannot be guaranteed in South Asia.
He urged the Australian government to use its influence with India for resolution of this long-standing dispute between the two countries and halt to massive human right violations in Indian-held Kashmir.
Later, the Chairman Senate had a meeting with the members of Joint Standing Committee of Parliament on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade.
SURVEY : According to a survey conducted by GALLUP Pakistan, 77 per cent Pakistanis are satisfied with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharifs handling of the situation in the backdrop of Indian nuclear tests.
A large majority of people believes that America will not be even-handed in case of Pakistan and will impose tougher sanctions against it if it carried out a test similar to India.
KASHMIR: In occupied Kashmir, Indian occupation troops have let loose reign of terror in Baramula and Kupwara districts.
Delegations from 7 villages in Pattan area of Baramula district while narrating the woeful tales of atrocities by troops said youth were particular target of military violence. They were grabbed, taken to military camps and made to undergo forced labour. Similar tales of horror were told by delegation from three places in Kupwara district.
PM-PHONE : President Suleman Demiral of Turkey and the British and Japanese Prime Ministers discussed with Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on telephone the situation arising out of the Indian nuclear explosions and their impact on regional peace and security.
Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif informed the three leaders of the grave threat posed to Pakistans security. He said the Indian action had adversely affected the balance of power in the region and exposed South Asia to the danger of a new arms race. Mr. Muhammad Nawaz Sharif said the Indian action has been widely condemned the world over and New Delhi stands isolated in the international community.
He made it clear that although Pakistan is peace loving country, yet it is capable of giving a befitting response to any potential aggressor. He also briefed them about Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir and recent belligerent statement of Indian leaders.
The Turkish President appreciated Pakistan legitimate security concern in the wake of mounting Indian threat. He reaffirmed support to Pakistan.
Prime Minister Tony Blair said Britain fully realises the precarious situation created as a result of Indian nuclear explosions. He agreed that the Indian explosions had exposed the whole region to instability. Mr. Tony Blair appreciated Pakistans policy of restraint in the face of Indian provocation.
NUCLEAR-SAUDI: The Saudi cabinet has reiterated its support Pakistan over the nuclear tests by India, viewing these as a source of danger and threat to all neighbouring countries.
The cabinet meeting presided over by King Fahd bin Abdul Aziz emphasised that India should work for settlement of differences through peaceful means.
PRESIDENT: President Muhammad Rafique Tarar has said the government is fully aware of national defence needs and there will be no compromise on national integrity.
In a brief chat with newsmen after inauguration of the Prime Ministers Literacy Scheme in Layyah Wednesday, he said national security and solidarity are on top of the government agenda.
To a question about nuclear explosion, he said we are closely watching the reaction on Indian nuclear tests and our decision would be in the supreme national interest.
MUSHAHID: The Federal Minister for Information Mr. Mushahid Hussain Syed met former caretaker Prime Minister Malik Meraj Khalid in Islamabad Wednesday as part of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharifs policy of wide-ranging consultations in connection with Indian nuclear tests.
Malik Meraj Khalid spelled out his perspective on the situation and advised the government to weigh all opinions in this regard.
KASHMIR: The Chairman of the All Parties Hurriyet Conference Syed Ali Gilani has asked India to give up nuclear-rattling and aggressive stance to avert danger of another armed conflict in South Asia.
He was addressing a gathering in Srinagar in connection with chehlum of S. Hameed who was shot dead by Indian troops.
Ali Gilani made it clear that APHC would not compromise on the right of self-determination of Kashmiri people or deviate from the course of liberation in the face of brute force.
Meanwhile, the Executive Council of the APHC at its meeting in Srinagar thoroughly reviewed stepped up military action to suppress the liberation movement in the contest of Indian nuclear blasts.


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This conference is expected to bring together scholars, writers, artists, and activist engaged in various fields.
The organizers invite aspiring, emerging, and experienced scholars (faculty members as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students) as well as cultural and literacy activists to submit abstracts of 250 words the following topics.
-The place of the arts and the humanities in a globalized, postmodern world of hypercommodification
-Representation and performance social transgressions in literature and art
-Travels and transversals across familiar discourses and uncharted spaces
-The impact of tourism and cross-cultural encounters on local and global cultures
-Habitation and habituation in transitory and liminal realms
-The dismantling or incoherence of identities—sexual, racial, ethnic, national, religious, or otherwise
-Problems and problematics in linguistic, literary, and cultural translation
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The Heli Season Starts in Silverton
Wed 28 September 16, Silverton Mountain, USA
Not wanting to be outdone by the Silverton Mountain ski patrol skiing this past Saturday in Colorado, the Silverton Mountain Guides Alaska heli skiing crew made the first turns of the season yesterday.
Wed 28 September 16, Hakuba 47 , Japan
HAKUBA, NAGANO - JAPAN TO HOST FIRST 4* FREERIDE WORLD QUALIFIER EVENT ON JANUARY 13th, 2017
Basement Jaxx headline Snowboxx 2017
Wed 28 September 16
Basement Jaxx, Wilkinson and Hannah Wants are set to headline the winter festival – Snowboxx – taking place from 18th – 25th March 2017, in the biggest ski area in Europe, Avoriaz, France.
Wed 28 September 16, Laax, Switzerland
The BRITS returns to LAAX, Switzerland from 2nd – 9th April 2017 and Picture Organic Clothing bring back the Big Air Championships to celebrate its newly acquired Olympic status.
Initiatives aim to revolutionise uk snowsports
Mon 26 September 16
Two new funding initiatives aiming to revolutionise British snowsports. Major snowsports companies support bid to help British skiing and snowboarding success
Championship Ski and Snowboard Ends with a Bang!
Mon 26 September 16
Micro Machines & Battle Royale results out and Final round of CSS released Wednesday
Rise Festival 2016
Mon 26 September 16
Tamsin Todd MD to depart Crystal Ski
Mon 26 September 16, Wengen, Switzerland
Tamsin Todd to depart Crystal Ski Holidays and Thomson Lakes & Mountains Chris Logan to become Managing Director Ski, Lakes & Mountains
Get more winter with Crystal
Fri 23 September 16, Mayrhofen, Austria
Crystal Ski Holidays are kicking off their winter 16/17 marketing campaign with a new video. Aimed at anyone who loves the mountains, the video is all about building anticipation for the forthcoming winter season with Crystal's Ski Explorers hitting the slopes in stunning Mayrhofen in the Austrian Tirol.
Nexus Snow Camp win a trip to Japan
Fri 23 September 16
The guys at Nexus are running an amazing competition which consists of a Trip to Japan for one lucky winner and on top of that the winner gets kitted out by their sponsors.
Fri 23 September 16
The complete list of finest riders on the world's premier competitive freeride tour is now available.
Jenny Jones Returns to Kendal Mountain Festival!
Wed 21 September 16, Kendal Ski Club, United Kingdom
Four action packed days and over 70 films, the Kendal Mountain Festival will take place 17th - 20th November and will showcase and screen the very best films from around the world in adventure filmmaking, mountain culture, environment and exploration.
Sir Steve Redgrave sails for Disability Snowsport
Wed 21 September 16
Sir Steve Redgrave sails for Disability Snowsport UK at annual Solent Challenge
Les 2 Alpes opens on 22nd October
Sun 18 September 16, Les Deux Alpes, France
Can't wait to go skiing? Head to Les 2 Alpes in October; the resort opens from 22 October to 1st November (then re-opens for the winter on 3rd December).
Volcom raises Breast Cancer Awareness
Thu 15 September 16, Squaw Valley, USA
Volcom raises Breast Cancer Awareness through its collaboration with Boarding for Breast Cancer foundation.
World Snowboard Day Is Back
Tue 13 September 16
Since 2006, World Snowboard Day has offered a unique opportunity for the international snowboard community to promote the sport and its unique subculture by providing the general public with the chance to try a variety of activities for free.
2016 WORLD ROOKIE RAIL JAM by SKIPASS
Tue 13 September 16
The Black Yeti, the most famous mascot in the snowboard's world, will arrive in Modena (Italy) for the first edition of the World Rookie Rail Jam by Skipass.
Cardrona Games kick off this weekend
Thu 08 September 16, Cardrona, New Zealand
British Ski and Snowboard athletes challenge in Southern Hemisphere as Cardrona Games kick off this weekend
Chambéry Savoie airport invests in infrastructure
Thu 08 September 16, Les Deux Alpes, France
Crystal Ski Holidays brings well over 30,000 British skiers to the French Alps via Chambéry Savoie airport every year with up to 20 flights once a week from 15 regional UK airports including Gatwick, Manchester, Glasgow, Bristol and Dublin.
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Thu 08 September 16, Mayrhofen, Austria
Aesthetikers' sixth annual Bowl & Rock Jam session was a massive success taking the event to an unprecedented level.
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Hoverflies, sometimes called flower flies or syrphid flies, make up the insect family Syrphidae. As their common name suggests, they are often seen hovering or nectaring at flowers; the adults of many species feed mainly on nectar and pollen, while the larvae (maggots) eat a wide range of foods. In some species, the larvae are saprotrophs, eating decaying plant and animal matter in the soil or in ponds and streams. In other species, the larvae are insectivores and prey on aphids, thrips, and other plant-sucking insects.
Aphids alone cause tens of millions of dollars of damage to crops worldwide every year; because of this, aphidophagous hoverflies are being recognized as important natural enemies of pests, and potential agents for use in biological control. Some adult syrphid flies are important pollinators.
About 6,000 species in 200 genera have been described. Hoverflies are common throughout the world and can be found on all continents except Antarctica. Hoverflies are harmless to most other animals despite their mimicry of more dangerous wasps and bees, which serves to ward off predators.
The size of hoverflies varies, depending on the species.[1] Some, like members of the genus Baccha, are small, elongate and slender, while others, like members of Criorhina are large, hairy, and yellow and black. As members of Diptera, all hoverflies have a single functional pair of wings (the hindwings are reduced to balancing organs).[2] They are brightly colored, with spots, stripes, and bands of yellow or brown covering their bodies.[2] Due to this coloring, they are often mistaken for wasps or bees; they exhibit Batesian mimicry. Despite this, hoverflies are harmless.[1]
With a few exceptions (e.g.[3]), hoverflies are distinguished from other flies by a spurious vein, located parallel to the fourth longitudinal wing vein.[1] Adults feed mainly on nectar and pollen.[2] They also hover around flowers, lending to their common name.[1]
Reproduction and life cycle
Unlike adults, the maggots of hoverflies feed on a variety of foods; some are saprotrophs, eating decaying plant or animal matter, while others are insectivores, eating aphids, thrips, and other plant-sucking insects.[1] This is beneficial to gardens, as aphids destroy crops, and hoverfly maggots are often used in biological control. Certain species, such as Lampetia equestris or Eumerus tuberculatus, are responsible for pollination.
An example of a well-known hoverfly maggot is the Rat-tailed maggot, of the drone fly, Eristalis tenax. It has a breathing siphon at its rear end, giving it its name.[1] The species lives in stagnant water, such as sewage and lagoons.[4] The maggots also have a commercial use, and are sometimes sold for ice fishing.[5]
Hoverfly larvae are also known to cause Myiasis among humans. This occurs when the maggots eat feces, causing discomfort, pain, or itching.[4][6]
Distribution and habitat
Hoverflies are a cosmopolitan family found in most biomes excluding deserts and the tundra at extremely high latitudes, in Antarctica.[7][8] Certain species are more common in certain areas than others; for example, the American hoverfly, Eupeodes americanus, is common in the Nearctic ecozone, and the Common hoverfly, Melangyna viridiceps, is common in the Australasia ecozone. There are about 6,000 species and 200 genera in the family.[9]
Larvae of hoverflies are often found in stagnant water. Adults are often found near plants, their principal food source being nectar and pollen.[2] Some species are found in more unusual locations; for example, members of the genus Volucella can be found in bumblebee nests, while members of Microdon are myrmecophiles, found in ant or termite nests.[1] Others can be found in decomposing vegetation.
See Genera of Syrphidae.
Relationship with people
Many species of hoverfly larvae prey upon pest insects, including aphids and the leafhoppers which spread some diseases like curly top. Therefore they are seen in biocontrol as a natural means of reducing the levels of pests.
Gardeners, therefore, will sometimes use companion plants to attract hoverflies. Those reputed to do so include alyssum, Iberis umbellata, statice, buckwheat, chamomile, parsley, and yarrow.
Identification guides
- Stubbs, A.E. and Falk, S.J. (2002) British Hoverflies An Illustrated Identification Guide. Pub. 1983 with 469 pages, 12 col plates, b/w illus.British Entomological and Natural History Society [ISBN 1-899935-05-3]. 276 species are described with extensive keys to aid identification. 190 species are displayed on the colour plates. 2nd edition, pub. 2002, includes new British species and name changes. Also includes European species which are likely to be found in Britain. There are additional black & white plates illustrating the male genitalia of the difficult genera Cheilosia and Sphaerophoria.
- Vockeroth, J.R. A revision of the genera of the Syrphini (Diptera: Syrphidae) Memoirs of the Entomological Society of Canada, no. 62:1-176. Keys subfamilies, tribes and genera on a world basis and under regions.
- van Veen, M.P. |(2004) "Hoverflies of Northwest Europe, Identification Keys to the Syrphidae". KNNV Publishing, Utrecht. [ISBN 9050111998]
Regional Lists
- List of hoverfly species of Great Britain
- List of New Zealand Flower Flies
- List of the Flower Flies of North America
See also
- Episyrphus balteatus - marmalade fly (worldwide distribution)
- ^ a b c d e f g "Hover fly". Encyclopædia Britannica Online. 2009. http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/273341/hover-fly. Retrieved December 5, 2009.
- ^ a b c d "Hoverfly". Hutchinson Encyclopedia. Helicon Publishing. 2009. http://encyclopedia.farlex.com/Hover+Fly. Retrieved December 6, 2009.
- ^ Reemer, Menno (2008). "Surimyia, a new genus of Microdontinae, with notes on Paragodon Thompson, 1969 (Diptera, Syrphidae)" (PDF). Zoologische Mededelingen 82: 177–188. http://www.repository.naturalis.nl/record/261778.
- ^ a b Aguilera A, Cid A, Regueiro BJ, Prieto JM, Noya M (September 1999). "Intestinal myiasis caused by Eristalis tenax". Journal of Clinical Microbiology 37 (9): 3082. PMC 85471. PMID 10475752. http://jcm.asm.org/cgi/pmidlookup?view=long&pmid=10475752.
- ^ Dictionary of Ichthyology; Brian W. Coad and Don E. McAllister at ww.briancoad.com
- ^ Whish-Wilson PB (2000). "A possible case of intestinal myiasis due to Eristalis tenax". The Medical Journal of Australia 173 (11–12): 652. PMID 11379520. http://www.mja.com.au/public/issues/173_11_041200/whishwilson/whishwilson.html.
- ^ Barkemeyer, Werner. "Syrphidae (hoverflies)". Biodiversity Explorer. South Africa: Iziko Museum. http://www.biodiversityexplorer.org/flies/syrphidae/index.htm. Retrieved December 11, 2009.
- ^ Thompson, F. Christian (August 19, 1999). "Flower Flies". The Diptera Site. United States Department of Agriculture. http://www.sel.barc.usda.gov/diptera/syrphid/syrphid.htm. Retrieved December 11, 2009.
- ^ Philip J. Scholl, E. Paul Catts & Gary R. Mullen (2009). "Myiasis (Muscoidea, Oestroidea)". In Gary Mullen, Gary Richard Mullen & Lance Durden. Medical and Veterinary Entomology (2nd ed.). Academic Press. pp. 309–338. ISBN 978-0-12-372500-4. http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=6R1v9o-uaI4C&pg=PA309.


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LAKELAND, Fla. -- Brad Ausmus' message is spreading, and it's spreading fast.
Be aggressive on the basepaths, Ausmus has preached since Day 1. And so far, through 18 games this spring, the Tigers have listened to their first-year manager, having already swiped a major league-leading 22 bags this spring.
But the team's newfound aggressive approach goes well beyond just stealing bases. At Ausmus' urging, they're actively looking for openings, taking advantage of minor mistakes and putting constant pressure on pitchers. It's all part of Ausmus' master plan.
"Look at what Torii did (Friday)," Ausmus said. "I'm not even talking about the stolen base. He saw that the throw from the outfielder was going to miss the cutoff, so he took the extra base."
Ausmus was referring to Hunter's heads-up baserunning in the third inning when he put himself in scoring position when Nate McLouth's throw from right field missed the cutoff man.
"That's what we're talking about," Ausmus said.
If there was ever a game that highlighted the Tigers' new approach, it took place Friday in their 12-6 shellacking of the Nationals. Here were five perfect examples from the exhibition that put their aggressiveness on full display.
1. Torii Hunter stole third base in the fifth inning in a double-steal with pinch-runner Steve Lombardozzi, who took the extra bag after Hunter drew the throw at third from catcher Jose Lobaton.
Said Ausmus: "Torii will be a guy who has a green light. It certainly didn't bother me that he tried to steal right there. We got a lead, now let's put pressure on them."
2. Hunter advanced to second after his third-inning single when McLouth's throw from right field missed the cutoff man.
Said Ausmus: "It's not always going to work out, but I like the mentality of the baserunning that I've seen."
3. Don Kelly turned a single into a double on a soft liner into center field. Kelly rounded first at full speed and never slowed down, forcing a quick throw from outfielder Brian Goodwin after he initially muffed the ball.
Said Ausmus: "A heads up on a ball late in the game. He was going for second the whole way, and the guy ended up dropping the ball. He was safe easy."
4. Ian Kinsler scored from first base after he ran through third base coach Dave Clark's stop sign at third in the fourth inning. Ausmus wasn't pleased with Kinsler's decision, but applauded Kinsler's instincts and aggressiveness.
Said Ausmus: "I don't want guys running through Dave's stop signs. As a general rule, I don't want them blowing through stop signs. Absolutely not."
5. With two outs and two strikes on pinch-hitter Eugenio Suarez, infielder Hernan Perez stole second base, putting him in scoring position for Suarez, who scored Perez with a single to center.
Said Ausmus: "(Perez) did that on his own. He didn't get the steal. That was the green light."
Eventually, Ausmus will turn off the green light for some, but -- for now -- he's allowing everyone, including superstars like Miguel Cabrera and Victor Martinez, to run at will if they spot an opening. And, through 18 games, it seems they've spotted a lot of openings.
"I just think having the green light puts you in the frame of mind that as you're taking a lead, you're thinking about timing the pitcher, and it becomes easier to actually get a good jump," Ausmus said. "Whereas, if you're just taking your lead and suddenly you get the steal sign, you haven't been really preparing to steal."
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The Philosophy of Learning Jazz Improvisation: Thinking like a Composer
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Learning to improvise is a big undertaking. Not only must you become proficient on an instrument, you also need find something musical to play on that instrument. That's no small task!
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Southern stingray
The southern stingray, Dasyatis americana, is a stingray of the family Dasyatidae (the Whiptail Stingrays) found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Western Atlantic Ocean from New Jersey to Brazil. It has a flat, diamond-shaped disc, with a mud brown, olive, and grey dorsal surface and white underbelly (ventral surface).[2] The barb on its tail is serrated and covered in a venomous mucous, used for self-defense.
The southern stingray is adapted for life on the sea bed. The flattened, diamond-shaped body has sharp corners, making it more angular than the discs of other rays.[3] The top of the body varies between olive brown and green in adults, dark grey in juveniles, whilst the underside is predominantly white.[3][4] The wing-like pectoral fins are used to propel the stingray across the ocean bottom, whilst the slender tail possesses a long, serrated and poisonous spine at the base, used for defence.[5] These spines are not fatal to humans, but are incredibly painful if stepped on. The eyes are situated on top of the head of the southern stingray, along with small openings called spiracles. The location of the spiracles enables the stingray to take in water whilst lying on the seabed, or when partially buried in sediment. Water enters the spiracles and leaves through the gill openings, bypassing the mouth which is on the underside.[3][5] Female stingrays can grow to a disc width of 150 cm, contrary to the smaller male stingrays that reach maximum size at 67 cm.[6][7]
Behaviour and ecology
The southern stingray is an opportunistic forager, feeding on small crustaceans, such as alphaeid, penaeid and callianasid shrimp and brachyuran crabs;[8] mollusks, bony fish, and lancelets.[9] It feeds by flapping the wing-like pectoral fins to disturb the sand and expose the prey.[4] This bottom-dwelling species is often found singly or in pairs, except in the summer months when it migrates in schools to higher latitudes.[5][10]
Mating stingrays are rarely encountered in the wild. During one rare occasion, the male was observed closely following the female, and then biting her before grasping the female's pectoral fins with his mouth, and then copulating. It is thought that southern stingrays are polyandrous, as a female was observed mating with two males in quick succession.[11] The southern stingray is ovoviviparous, a method of reproduction in which the egg develops within the female's brood chamber. The pups hatch from their egg capsules inside the mother, and are born soon afterwards.[10] In captivity, gestation lasted 135 to 226 days, after which a litter of two to ten young were born.[12]
Human Interaction
In many parts of the Caribbean such as Grand Cayman Island and Antigua, the southern stingray swims with divers and snorkelers, and are hand fed on a locations such as Stingray City and the Sandbar.[13] On Turks & Caicos, they can be hand fed at a location called Gibbs Cay. Some have become tame enough to be cradled in visitors' arms and feed with pieces of cut up fish. There are concerns that this feeding, and the high levels of interaction with humans, may be having some negative impacts on the behaviour and ecology of the stingrays.[14]
The suction power of their mouth is similar to a very powerful vacuum cleaner.
This article incorporates text from the ARKive fact-file "Southern stingray" under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License and the GFDL.
- ^ Grubbs, D.R., F. Snelson, A. Piercy, R.S. Rosa and M. Furtado (2006). Dasyatis americana. In: IUCN 2008. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Retrieved January 8, 2010.
- ^ BIGELOW, H. & SCHROEDER, W. (1953) Fishes of the Western North Atlantic. Sawfishes, guitarfishes, skates and rays. Mem. Sears Found. Mar. Res.,. Mem. Sears Found. Mar. Res.,, 1, 1-558.
- ^ a b c Southern Stingray. Southern stingray Biological Profile, Ichthyology Department, Florida Museum of Natural History (August, 2007) - via ARKive
- ^ a b Lieske, E. and Myers, R. (2002) Coral Reef Fishes: Indo-Pacific and Caribbean. HarperCollins Publishers, London – via ARKive
- ^ a b c Carpenter, K.E. (2001) The Living Marine Resources of the Western Central Atlantic, Volume 1. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome – via ARKive
- ^ HENNINGSEN, A. (2000) Notes on reproduction in the southern stingray, Dasyatis americana (Chondrichthyes: Dasyatidae), in a captive environment. Copeia, 2000, 826-828.
- ^ MCEACHRAN, J. & DE CARVALHO, M. (2002) Dasyatidae. In: K.E. Carpenter (ed.). The living marine resources of the Western Central Atlantic. Volume 1. Introduction, molluscs, crustaceans, hagfishes, sharks, batoid fishes and chimaeras. . 562–571.
- ^ GILLIAM, D. & SULLIVAN, K. (1993) Diet and Feeding Habits of the Southern Stingray Dasyatis americana in the central Bahamas. Bulletin of Marine Science.
- ^ STOKES, M. & HOLLAND, N. (1992b) Southern stingray (Dasyatis arnericana) feeding on lancelets (Branchiostoma floridae). Journal of Fish Biology.
- ^ a b Dasyatis americana, Southern Stingray. MarineBio.org (August, 2007) - via ARKive
- ^ Chapman, D.D., Corcorana, M.J., Harveya, G.M., Malanb, S. and Shivjia, M.S. (2003) Mating behaviour of southern stingrays, Dasyatis Americana (Dasyatidae). Environmental Biology of Fishes, 68: 241 - 245. - via ARKive
- ^ Henningsen, A.D. (2000) Notes on reproduction in the southern stingray, Dasyatis Americana (Chondrichthyes: Dasyatidae), in a captive environment. Copeia, 2000: 826 - 828. - ARKive
- ^ SEMENIUK, C. & ROTHLEY, K. (2008) Costs of group-living for a normally solitary forager: effects of provisioning tourism on southern stingrays Dasyatis americana. Marine Ecology Progress Series, 357, 271-282.
- ^ Guy Harvey Research Institute (August, 2007) - via ARKive


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Any decent lawyer who got a 19 or higher on their ACT (or the SEC, well ok you would need to handicap the SEC because they hire really bad people who can't get hired in the private sector) could get this sorted out in about 45 days....just go out and subponea 5 or 10 former senior employees (partners, MDs, etc.) at each of the big firms and shine the bright lights in their eyes....and they will puke out the truth faster than a frat boy or sorority girl during rush week. I speculate that at least 1/2 of the people who leave these firms despise the corrupt moral code of conduct that they had to adhere to while working at the firms (albeit they were paid lavishly and they know it). I speculate that during discovery these people would cherish the opportunity to tell the truth about the collusion on deals and the never ending violation(s) of the compliance "Chinese Walls" that, as these firms expand into every more products, has made it practically impossible to make any decision without putting a segment of investors in harms way but for the benefit of another class of investors in a different product line. Why? Because all of these firms are still really run by 2 to 5 guys who call all of the shots (across all product lines) and the rest of the people (including partners) don't go to the latrine until they are told when, where, and how. Chinese walls between product lines and no collusion amongst firms....bullshit...this is the only edge (sorry, competitive advantage) that these firms have.
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