text:
Kyle and Carlos have a new project...
Hi Fourplay fans,
Director Kyle Henry and screenwriter Carlos Treviño here. We have new project in the world, The Year That Changed Us, a feature about two interracial Chicago... Read more
FOURPLAY now available on Vimeo On Demand!!!
Hi Fourplay Backers,
Help us spread the word that FOURPLAY is available anywhere, anytime via Vimeo on Demand for the low streaming rental price of $1.99!!! You helped us... Read more
FOURPLAY loves Before You Know It!!!
Hi Fourplay Backers,
Checkout out the Kickstarter for the documentary Before You Know It, we think it might also be right up your alley. The film expands the landscape for... Read more
FOURPLAY: Discount DVD now available!
Just in time for Pride, discounted FOURPLAY DVDs now only $11.95 directly from our web-site http://bit.ly/17xYzyr
And if you just can't wait on shipping, stream now via TLA http://bit.ly/18O2gMo
Please... Read more
FOURPLAY is out on VOD/DVD via TLA!!!
FOURPLAY is available now via streaming or DVD from TLA Releasing! Spread the word with friends today! Click here for info http://www.tlavideo.com/gay-fourplay/p-350944-2
FOURPLAY tours North America, now in Austin, TX!!
FOURPLAY is currently touring North America, with a fantastic launch in Austin, TX this weekend, Feb 9th, till next Thurs, Feb 14th. Showtimes and tickets here.
Check out links to... Read more
FOURPLAY - Keep updated...
Hi FOURPLAY Backers,
We're cycling off Kickstarter for updates. If you'd like to keep up to date on future festival screenings and eventual theatrical engagements, please either like our Facebook... Read more
FOURPLAY @ LA's Outfest - Sun, July 15th at 9:30PM!
Hi Fourplay Backers,
We need your help getting word out to LA friends that FOURPLAY is coming to Los Angeles on Sunday, July 15th at 9:30PM at the DGA Theater... Read more
FOURPLAY: Trailer + Frameline36 tickets...
We wanted to share the official trailer for FOURPLAY with you as official Kickstarter supporters! Again, none of this would've been possible without your support!
Lead actor Paul Soileau, director... Read more
FOURPLAY premieres @ San Francisco's Frameline Film Fest!
FOURPLAY will have its world premiere at San Francisco's Frameline Film Festival, the oldest LGBT film fest in the world, on Sunday, June 17th @ 9:30PM at the Roxie Theater... Read more
FOURPLAY ... coming to a fest near you this summer!
Dear Backers,
After four years of hard work, the FOURPLAY feature anthology-of-short tales of sexual intimacy will be playing at festivals throughout North America starting this summer!
To keep abreast... Read more
FOURPLAY is a Kickstarter winner!!!
Thank you! Merci beaucoup! Muchas Gracias!
Your donation and support put FOURPLAY's Kickstarter over-the-top yesterday and we've now reached our goal of $10K with over 170 backers from several countries... Read more
ONLY $1K left to raise + guest blog entry on Kickstarter!!!
Dear FOURPLAY Kickstarter Backers,
Wow, that was a big leap forward today! There's now less than $1K separating us from achieving our final goal of $10K for FOURPLAY's Kickstarter and... Read more
142 FOURPLAY backers can't be wrong!!!
Dear FOURPLAY Backers,
We've passed another milestone with 142 backers, more than triple the number of backers for any of the previous Kickstaters we've done for this anthology-of-shorts feature film! ... Read more
Almost up to 60%, can you help spread the word?
Hi FOURPLAY Kickstarter backers,
Wow, we're blown away by the amazing support for FOURPLAY's Kickstarter drive! Almost up to the critical 60% threshold (aka the "tipping point'") with a little... Read more
We won IndieWire's Project of the Week!
Thanks everyone who voted for FOURPLAY as IndieWire's Project of the Week, we won! See link for more info.
And, we're only $100 shy of 50% of our Kickstarter... Read more
FOURPLAY locked in race to win IndieWire poll...
Hi Backers,
FOURPLAY is locked in a race to win IndieWire's Project of the week poll, where the winner will receive a valuable distribution consultation and much needed exposure, so... Read more
VOTE 4PLAY as IndieWire's Project of the Week!
Please take 5 seconds and click on the link below to go to Indiewire's Project of the Week poll and vote for FOURPLAY:
If we are the winner (polls... Read more
Price breaks + new items + hard vs soft advocacy ...
Hi Fourplay Backers,
A few price breaks to entice an upgrade or pass along link to friends. The reptile print espresso cups (pic below) are now $150, their retail price,... Read more
More rewards, Sudance video + review...
A little bit of Sundance for you - a phone video of their lovely pre-screening video.
And another great review of FOURPLAY: TAMPA, one of the four shorts that comprise... Read more
Great Sundance review + new poster item...
OK, sorry for the flurry of updates (pardon the Sundance pun, but there were near white-out conditions up here in Park City yesterday), but wanted to share a link to... Read more
FOURPLAY: TAMPA @ Sundance
We had our first screening last night and it's because of Kickstarter backers like you that FOURPLAY is possible. Photo below is from our Q&A last night after the screening,... Read more

subset: commoncrawl


text:
As a Service Manager every day offers something new. This is not a 9 to 5 Monday to Friday position, it's a role that includes lots of problem solving, keeping a calm head and ensuring you are always focused to move the business forward.
The greatest thing about GLL is the support you receive. I'm not just talking about from your line managers – the many courses and training days you attend give you the opportunity to meet great people – it's the people that keep you motivated.
Working for GLL is not like working for other companies. The standards demanded of you are high but the training you receive and the opportunities to progress are second to none.


text:
i did not notice the 'old wood and dirt' smell i thought would forever be part of my new house. seriously, if just spraying the bricks with febreze fixed it i will ell oh ell
and the post i oiled up like a male stripper was indeed bone dry, so i slathered pledge on it and relished the lemony scent. i love that smell. i took some old coke crates to stand on to reach the beam but it wasn't tall enough
also, can i just say i am stoked my mom is giving me some antique luggage to turn into tables?
also, 8 legged death is trying to mass exodus into the old house. 'ohhhh brunhilde! look, is there someone moving around inside? we should go introduce ourselves by creeping around the ceiling right above her head!'
i found the squirrel entry, and thus the source for the mysterious fur clumps on the bed. little a-holes crawled out of there, plopped onto the dryer and left dirt and fur all over it
i could probably stick my whole body in there, or else the monster ghost could crawl right out there ):<
[i]onions have layers, ooooogres have layers[/i]
but i have hope that the youtube vid i watched can help me with a painted wallpaper problem of this magnitude
but there are nice things too :)


text:
COLUMBUS - Crestview is piling up the points and the wins.
The Rebels, who scored a school-record 71 points Friday against Mineral Ridge to improve to 5-0 on the season, remains sixth in the latest Associated Press Division V high school football poll released Monday.
"It's nice to know that you're getting some recognition outside the area," Crestview coach Paul Cusick said. "It doesn't mean a lot when you're talking playoffs, but it's good for your area when you see teams ranked in the poll."
Crestview is one of the top scoring teams in the state through the first half of the season. The Rebels are averaging 51.8 points and 464 total yards a game.
The Rebels come into Friday's Inter-Tri County League game at Springfield Local averaging a healthy 8.5 yards per play.
Not to be overlooked is Crestview's defense, which leads the area by giving up an average of 14.4 points a game.
Defending state champion Kirtland remains second in Division V followed by Youngstown Ursuline in ninth and Louisville St. Thomas Aquinas in 13th.
Northeastern Buckeye Conference power Marlington climbed four spots to No. 1 in Division III after rallying past Salem on Friday. The Dukes (5-0) fell behind 10-0 at Reilly Stadium before wearing down the Quakers with 41 consecutive points for a 41-10 victory.
University of Michigan recruit Dymonte Thomas led Marlington wtih 135 yards and three touchdowns on 18 carries. The Dukes will host Carrollton this Friday.
Steubenville is ranked ninth in Division III, while Niles is 10th after a 43-23 win over Beaver Local on Friday.
In Division VI, Malvern is ranked 10th, Youngstown Christian 11th and Warren JFK 12th.


text:
Shaped like the letter A, an A-line skirt is narrow at the top and wider at the bottom. It is a versatile wardrobe piece as it can be any length and flatters most body shapes. Although most any woman can wear an A-line skirt, there are a few tips she should consider before purchasing. Determining body type is the first step in ensuring the purchase of the perfect skirt. Other options to consider include: hem length, sizing, colours, patterns, and material.
When shopping for an A-line skirt, check out local clothing stores and online retailers. Also consider using one of the world's largest online marketplaces, eBay. For daily deals on skirts, check out eBay Deals. eBay Deals offer new specials at discounted prices every day.
Determine Body Shape
A-line skirts look nicely on most body shapes and heights. Determining body shape is the first step in choosing the perfect A-line skirt.
Body Shape
Round stomach and bottom
Small on the top, wider hips and bottom
Busty, defined waist, curvy hips and bottom
Balanced waist and hips
Although A-line skirts flatter many figures, they come in several different styles, so it is a good idea to keep a few other shopping hints in mind.
For those with apple shaped bodies, A-line skirts are ideal because they draw attention to the upper part of the body or towards shapely legs. A-lines effectively conceal fuller middles with a perfectly placed drape. When wearing an A-line skirt with an apple shape, be sure to avoid designs with embellishments around the middle so emphasis is not placed on the waist.
With a pear shaped body, the key is to accentuate smaller waists and create a balance between the upper and lower halves of the body. A-lines flare gently at the base, so they draw attention to the upper body, shoulders, and neck while disguising wider hips and thighs. A-line skirts with a loose, airy fit flatter those with a pear shape when paired with a more form-fitting top.
Considered to be the most ideal shape, the hourglass body type looks good in many styles of A-line skirts. When dressing an hourglass body shape, the goal is to proportionally dress the top and bottom of the body, while also accentuating a smaller waist. Wide waistbands are a great way to show off a small waist. Tighter-fitting A-line skirts are flattering on those who boast an hourglass shape.
Those with a straight figure often wish to exaggerate minimal curves to avoid looking boyish. To do so, wearing an A-line skirt is the perfect solution. Since the A-line cut is naturally drawn in at the waist, it gives the appearance of a shapely waist. A-line skirts with pleats or ruffles are especially good for those who have slim, straight hips as these styles add some volume and shape.
Consider Hem Length
A-line skirts come in all lengths, so pay attention to this and choose one that is most flattering. Ideally, the hem should fall at the slimmest part of the legs, which is typically at mid-thigh, just above the knee, or just below the knee. For those who want to hide their legs, ankle-length A-line skirts are a good choice. Or, for very tall women, A-length skirts with side slits flatter long legs.
When trying skirts on, be sure the hems are straight and do not dip in the front or back. Dipping makes the skirt look sloppy. If the skirt fits perfectly everywhere and is just a little too long, consider having the hemline altered.
Find the Right Size
Unfortunately, there is not universal sizing for any type of clothing. What constitutes a size 10 varies by brand. And, many times, shoppers learn that they must try on each A-line skirt to guarantee they get one that is the proper size. If buying online, be sure to request measurements before buying.
Regardless of what body type a woman has, an A-line skirt only looks good it it fits correctly. If the skirt pulls across the stomach or hips, a larger size is needed. If there is extra fabric in the front that bulges out or the waist gaps, a smaller size is probably necessary. Depending on the skirt, some may require alterations. For instance, those with a pear shape may need to buy a larger skirt to accommodate fuller hips and thighs; however, the waist might have to be cinched in so it does not gap.
Choose a Colour or Pattern
A-line skirts are available in a wide range of colours and patterns, and some are more flattering on the different body shapes than others. Dark colours, such as black and navy, are slimming and well suited for those with apple or pear shaped bodies. Additionally, flat textures are also a good choice for these body types. Apple or pear-shapes should avoid large prints or wide, horizontal lines because these styles tend to make bottom-heavy figures look fuller. For those with an hourglass or column figure, plaid and pleated skirts are flattering since such styles accentuate and create curves. Oversized patterns and floral designs, whether bold or pastel shades, also look nicely on thin women.
Another consideration when looking at A-lines skirts is the material from which they are made. Different fabrics hang differently and wash and wear differently. Some common skirt fabrics include cotton, polyester, linen, and silk.
Cotton is soft and sturdy. Additionally, it is breathable and lightweight, making it an excellent choice for layering on a cool spring or summer evening. Cotton is seen in more casual skirts, but it can be dressed up with the right accessories.
Polyester is an extremely strong, durable fabric. It is a popular choice for all kinds of apparel because it is stretch, mildew, abrasion, and shrink-resistant. Perfect for hot, humid days or cold, snowy days, polyester is resilient when wet. Furthermore, it washes easily, resists wrinkles, and maintains its shape.
Linen is used in skirts that are meant for warm weather wear because this fabric remains cool and fresh. It is lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking. By the very nature of the fabric, it is stronger when damp. With repeated washings, it gets softer and softer. On the down side, it wrinkles easily.
It is a rarity to find skirts that are pure silk. More commonly, silk is combined with other fabrics to create very soft and durable skirts. Silk adds some sophistication and sheen to skirts, which gives a more dressy appearance. It also retains heat well so it is used as an insulator. Additionally, silk is absorbent, making it a good choice to wear in warmer weather.
Buying an A-Line Skirt on eBay
A large selection of new and used A-line skirts are available from many sellers on eBay. Since eBay boasts competitive pricing and many opportunities for free shipping, the site is a wise option for buyers who want an extensive and convenient shopping experience. Best of all, setting up an eBay account is free and easy. Once the account is established, buyers are given limitless shopping possibilities from sellers worldwide.
The easiest way to locate A-line skirts on eBay is to enter "A-line skirt" into the search box on eBay's home page. Although a plethora of choices appear, you can easily narrow your options with the available refinements, such as size, brand, or material desired. If the product descriptions are too vague, contact the seller and request specifics before bidding.
A-line skirts make a wonderful addition to any woman's wardrobe. This skirt style is extremely versatile and flatters every body type. Although any woman can wear an A-line skirt, she does need to keep in mind a few other factors when shopping, such as hem length and size proportions. Additionally, choosing patterns and colours that are best suited for each body type are other considerations when choosing an A-line skirt. Picking the right material for the skirt is important, because the fabric impacts the comfort of the skirt. When ready to buy a new or used A-line skirt, be sure to check out eBay for a variety of brands at great prices. Also, browse eBay Deals to find even more apparel choices at exceptional costs.


text:
researchers, science writers, editors, translators, illustrators, publishers
Support for research-based communication in all languages and media.
Meet people with related interests. Researchers, editors, illustrators, translators, readers, publishers.
Thanks to Editage and Medlist International for practical help and advice.
Ang pananaliksik (o research) at research communication sa Pilipinas, ang tungkulin ng Research Cooperative: talakayan sa wikang Tagalog, Filipino, o Inggles. Research communication in Philippines/Cooperative (Tagalog, Filipino, or English)
Location: International
Members: 5
Latest Activity: Nov 30, 2011
Salamat sa inyong pakikilahok sa Research Cooperative.
Lahat po ng miyembro dito ay malayang makapagpapahayag ng anumang talakaying may kaugnayan sa research communication at maging sa mga hakbang tungo sa ikasusulong ng Research Cooperative.
Malaya rin po ninyong bisitahin ang Panimula sa wikang Tagalog, ang Research Co-op Philippines, at ang lahat ng grupong.
Ang mga mensahe na mababasa sa ibaba nito ay maaaring baguhin ng sumulat o ng moderator kahit anong oras. Ang mga komento naman na inilaan para sa mga administrative statements ay hindi na mababago ngunit maaaring tanggalin. Ang kasalukuyang nagsisilbing moderators para sa grupong ito ay sina Emily Comedis at Al Sabado.
Thank you for joining the Research Cooperative.
All members may freely use Tagalog, Filipino or English here to discuss anything related to research communication as well as development of the Research Cooperative. See also our introduction in Tagalog, the Research Co-op Philippines, and all groups.
Messages in the box below can be edited at any time by the sender. Comments cannot be edited, and will be mainly used to provide administrative information. Emily Comedis and Al Sabado will be our moderators.
Started by Peter J. Matthews. Last reply by Al Sabado Nov 16, 2011. 1 Reply 1 Like
Hi folks,To celebrate the fact that I will be in the Philippines for the next two weeks (16-28th November), I have created a country focus page called the…Continue
Tags: Luzon, Philippines National Museum, fieldwork, Philippines
Add a Comment
Hi all, just sharing here The Research Co-op Philippines Get-together. A blessed day to you!
© 2016 Created by Peter J. Matthews. Powered by
Badges | Report an Issue | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service


text:
Spa Manicure & Pedicure
$50 $30 40% off
- One spa manicure
- One spa pedicure
What we love
- This service goes beyond the average file-buff-polish nail jobs with an exfoliation, callous remover treatment, masque and extra massage.
- With a spa manicure and pedicure, you'll be ready to greet fall head-on with perfectly polished fingers and toes.
- Massage By Design's focus on exfoliation ensures that your hands and feet will look—and feel—gorgeous.
- Choose from the spa's wide array of on-trend nail colors, from dark blue crème to shimmery silver and dusty green.
What to know
- Redeem by: Thursday, November 28, 2013
- This offer is subject to Terms and Conditions
- This offer is final sale and nonrefundable
- Limit one per member
- Appointments are required
- Subject to availability; please call well in advance of desired date
- 24-hour cancellation policy or voucher will be forfeited
- Gratuity is not included; we recommend tipping on the full value of service(s) ($50)
- Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions
- Promotional value expires on November 28, 2013; paid value expires five years from date of purchase, longer if provided by law


text:
Haven: Season 1 DVD
FBI Agent Audrey Parker (Emily Rose) travels to Haven, Maine to investigate the murder of a local ex-con, but soon discovers that the small town is a refuge for people with supernatural afflictions. Now, it's up to her to unlock Haven't mysterious secrets, including the hidden truth about her past. Based on The Colorado Kid by Stephen King.
Read MoreLess
More Details
- Format: DVD
- Rating: Not Rated
- Number of Discs: 4
- Run Time: 572 Minutes
- Region: 1
- Aspect Ratio: Widescreen
- Language: English
- Studio: Ent. One Music
- DVD Release Date: June 14, 2011
- Subtitles: English
ENGLISH: Dolby Digital 5.1
ENGLISH: Dolby Digital Stereo
- Genre: TV Series
- Color: Color
Twelve Audio Commentaries with Cast and Crew
Three Exclusice Making-of Featurettes
Six Behind-the-Scenes Video Blogs
Additional Interviews with Emily Rose, Lucas Bryant and Eric Balfour
Season Two Writers' Room Sneak Peek
- Release Date: 2010
Availability: In Stock
Ready to ship in 2 - 3 Business Days


text:
Six Countries Sign ABS Protocol in First Month
28 February 2011: Mexico and Rwanda joined four other countries in signing the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization (ABS) under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in the first month of opening for signature.
Mexico became the fifth signatory state on 25 February 2011, with Rwanda signing on 28 February. Agreed upon at the 10th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the CBD, held in October 2010 in Nagoya, Japan, the Nagoya Protocol was opened for signature on 2 February 2011 during a signing ceremony at UN Headquarters in New York, US, and was signed by Colombia, Yemen, Algeria and Brazil that day.
The Nagoya Protocol will enter into force 90 days after the deposit of the 50th instrument of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession. [CBD Press Release on Mexico's Signature] [CBD Press Release on Rwanda's Signature]


text:
Sunrise Theater Calendar
Daily View
Mr. Church with Eddie Murphy (Thu. 29 Sep, 2016 7:30 pm)
Mr. Church PG-13 | 1h 44min | Drama
"Mr. Church" tells the story of a unique friendship that develops when a little girl and her dying mother retain the services of a talented cook - Henry Joseph Church. What begins as a six month arrangement instead spans into fifteen years and creates a family bond that lasts forever.
Director: Bruce Beresford
Writer: Susan McMartin Stars: Britt Robertson, Eddie Murphy, Natascha McElhone


text:
The Dreampop group Delerium returns with a new album called Mythologie and Vinyl Williams brings us some psychedelia on their album, Brunei.
Monday, September 26 - In Concert: The Album Leaf
The Album Leaf creates glitch strewn, melodic, ambient rock landscapes that embody everything that the word "cinematic" implies. The band has released their 6th full-length album, and it continues their evocative sound. Hear them in an extended live set.
Tuesday, September 27 - Interview: Nicholas Gunn
Flutist Nicholas Gunn has a new album with no flute at all. Nicholas Gunn talks about his new release called Under the Influence of Music.
Wednesday, September 28 - New Music: Still Corners and Latala
Still Corners has a new album called Dead Blue and it goes to a darker side. We'll also hear from a singer named Latala.
Today's Program
Featured CD
CD of the Month
September CD of the Month: The Album Leaf-Between Waves
The September Echoes CD of the Month is "Between Waves" by The Album Leaf. Spun by the hand of project founder Jimmy LaValle, the album weaves ambient textures with shifting cinematic melodies.
Top 25
Best Of
Echoes Top 25 for August 2016
ECHOES TOP 25 for August 2016 William Tyler – Modern Country (Merge Records) On Dead Waves – On…


text:
3 Shoulder to Overhead 155/115
6 Chest to Bar Pullups
9 Ball Slams 25/20
Post total number of rounds completed to comments:
3 Shoulder to Overhead 155/115
6 Chest to Bar Pullups
9 Ball Slams 25/20
Post total number of rounds completed to comments:
Keep those coats a coming!!! It's getting cold out there.
Part A) Split Jerk (behind the neck… 15 minutes work up to a heavy single)
Part B) Tabata the following:
Hollow Rock to Superman (see coach's notes)
Box Jumps (Games Style) 24/20 inch
Ball Slams 25/20#
Post load and total reps to comments:
Coach's Notes: the video shows the hollow position and rock. For a rep, do one hollow rock and without lower arms/legs to floor turn your body to Superman position and then proceed to do one superman and without lowering legs or arms roll your body back to the hollow position for your next rep.
5 Rounds For Time
25 Double Unders
20 Pushups
15 Ball Slams 25/20
10 Pullups
5 Hand Stand Pushups
Post time to comments:
Reminder: Join us Saturday for the Lift Up More workout. There is another workout that I have been asked to participate in this Saturday. It's the Lift Up More Workout to benefit the Red Cross for the Oklahoma Tornado disasters that happened back in May. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit the American Red Cross of Eastern and Central Oklahoma and directly support the rebuilding of the Community. You can donate whatever you like or you can buy the shirt which is 35 dollars.
You can register here:
Part A) Dumbell Press
5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5
You may use Kettlebells if 60#s are too light.
(25 minute cap)
Part B) As Many Reps as Possible in Three Minutes: Double Unders
Part C) Man Test (50# Slam Ball) 60 seconds as many reps as possible.
Post loads and reps to comments:
4 Rounds For Reps:
1 Minute at the following exercises:
Wall Ball Situps 20/16#
Ball Slams 25#/20#
KB Cleans 1.5/1 pood (alternate hand each rep)
Tabata the Following:
1) Ring Dips
2) Double Unders
3) Ball Slams 30/25
4) Situps
Post total number of reps for EACH exercise. So post 5 numbers.
Reminders: No Kids class Saturday, sign up for the Halloween Havoc will close Sunday at 12:00 PM. Please consider this event. We are raising money for Reston Interfaith. Plus you get a cool shirt, and there will be tons of fun!!! Don't forget about the upcoming Gymnastics Seminar!!!
Monday Hours: 8 am and 9 am classes only. Enjoy the long holiday weekend!!!
Saturday's WOD:
In Teams of two for reps:
15 Deadlifts 135/95
10 Back Squats 135/95
5 Push Presses 135/95
Rest 60 seconds
5 Stone to Shoulder
10 Ball Slams 30/25
15 Weighted Situps 30/25
Post team name and total reps to comments:


text:
December 29, 2010
Former LIA President Matthew T. Crosson Passes Away
It's with great sadness that the Long Island Association announces the passing of former President Matthew T. Crosson, who died Dec. 23 after suffering a stroke earlier this year. Crosson was LIA President for 16 years, before leaving Long Island to take over the presidency of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce this past April.
"Long Island has lost a great man. All Long Islanders owe Matt a great deal of gratitude as he was a champion fighter for our region's interests. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Elaine and his son Danny," explained Kevin S. Law, LIA President and CEO. A memorial service is planned on Long Island sometime in 2011. Crosson was 61.


text: no in the fifo program when all fifo buffers are filled we will have fifo-index=16 then after data in 1st buffer is transfered to 2nd clock domain( always data in 1st buffer is transfered to second clock domain).the data in 2nd buffer should be moved to first , data in 3rd to 2nd and so on.. data in 16 th to 15th totally 15 movements . so i decremented fifo index by 1 to make it 15. and in that program i am making 15 translations of data . so fifo-index=15. and i=1 fifo_buffer(1)=fifo_buffer(2);(fifo_buffer(i)=fifo_buffer(i+1)) i=1+1; if(i =15+1) exit loop; end if; so until i=15 loop rotates as fifo_buffer(15)=fifo_buffer(16); then i=1+1 =>i=16 and if condition satisfies and loop exits..this is ok na. even though if condition is modified i am getting same error Index value <17> is not in Range of array <fifo_buffer>.


text:
On Sunday we celebrated Annie's 4th birthday. It was a weekend long celebration because we had her party the day before and presents (& her best friend's party) on Sunday.
I had originally planned on making a birthday cake but decided to forfeit the Mummy points and go with store bought the day before. I stuck a Rapunzel and Izzy (from Jake & the Never Land Pirates) on the top at her request and then we took it to the soft play centre ready for the big party.
Annie, being Annie, had chosen a 'pirate and princess' party so went all dressed up and for the first time ever Annie had her face painted outside of the house. We'd been practising at home and it seemed to have paid off which made us feel very proud.
There were party games, dancing, sliding, climbing, the aforementioned face painting and lots of food. It was so cute watching the kids tear around the place, dressed up to the nines and having a great time.
Both kiddos had a fantastic time and we came home laden down with balloons, party bags and presents from her friends. I was very impressed that she put her gifts up on the shelf and didn't really ask to open them.
We spent the rest of Saturday relaxing and congratulating ourselves on booking a place that did the prep and tidying up on our behalf!
I love making the kid's birthdays and Christmases magical, so when Annie went to bed on Saturday I stuck a birthday banner up in the kitchen, put a helium balloon outside her bedroom door attached to a bag of new (to us) Snoopy toys. To this I stuck a long blue crepe paper streamer and ran it downstairs and into the lounge where I tied it to the handlebars of her new bike!
I think I must have been about as excited as Annie because I was awake at 5 and she woke up not long after. At 5.30 she could contain herself no more and crept out of her room.
We were 'woken' by her showing us each, individual, Snoopy toy. After we were all dressed we headed downstairs to follow the streamer and see what was at the end…
Then after opening presents and cards we went into the garden for a bit. Annie wanted to use her backpack and decided to team it with goggles, like you do!
We waited until a reasonable hour and then headed out so Annie could try out her bike.
Turns out it's quite tricky to describe pedalling to a kiddo who isn't entirely sure on left and right and I was worried it was going to be a bust, but after a blast on the play area she decided that she could pedal after all and rode all the way back to the car.
I only caught it on video, not camera, because I had a tired Ez Bear sitting on my shoulders, pulling out my hairs one by one and giggling to himself – evil child!
In the afternoon we went to Annie's best friend's birthday party. It was here I discovered that…
a) I am too old for bouncy castles
b) 20 month old's are not fab at pass the parcel
c) a room full of screaming 3 and 4 year olds is my kryptonite
d) the way to Annie's heart is not chasing her with a plastic dinosaur until she asks you to stop and then asking her to visit you tomorrow (poor little boy)
e) the birthday girl's Mum makes the best rice crispy treats in the world ever.
When we got home Annie opened up the gifts from her party and then blew out the candle on her cupcake wearing her new Tinkerbell PJs.
Both kiddos had an amazing weekend but I am totally bushed. I spent yesterday morning incorporating the new toys, games and books into the existing storage, thinning out some older toys in the process, crushing cardboard, assembling intricate Playmobil kitchens and falling off the new skateboard when I was showing off to Annie in the hallway!
Annie says that since turning 4 she has gotten taller, her hair has grown even longer and she feels different in her tummy, all good things apparently.
What is your favourite birthday tradition / memory?


text:
13,879pages on
this wiki
this wiki
Dragon4 was a scrapped Pokémon for Red and Green. The Pokémon's number in the Pokédex was No. #174 (which was later given to Igglybuff) suggesting that Generation I had over 151 Pokémon. It knew a scrapped move called Fire Breath which required 70 TP and was a Dragon type.


text:
(full listing at PubMed)
Garcia-Gonzalo FR, Phua SC, Roberson EC, Garcia G 3rd, Abedin M, Schurmans S, Inoue T, and JF Reiter. (2015) Phosphoinositides Regulate Ciliary Protein Trafficking to Modulate Hedgehog Signaling. Dev Cell. Aug 24. 34 (4): 400-9. Abstact.
Kodani A, Tu TW, Johnson JR, Jayaraman D, Johnson TL, AL-Gazali L, Sztriha L, Partlow JN, Kim H, Krup AL, Dammermann A, Krogan N, Walsh CA, and JF Reiter. (2015) Centriolar satellites assemble centrosomal microcephaly proteins to recruit CDK2 and promote centriole duplication. Elife. Aug 22. Abstact.
Roberson EC, Dowdle WE, Ozanturk A, Garcia-Gonzalo FR, Li C, Halbritter J, Elkhartoufi N, Porath JD, Cope H, Ashley-Koch A, Gregory S, Thomas S, Sayer JA, Saunier S, Otto EA, Katsanis N, Davis EE, Attié-Bitach T, Hildebrandt F, Leroux MR, and JF Reiter. (2015) TMEM231, mutated in orofaciodigital and Meckel syndromes, organizes the ciliary transition zone. J Cell Biol. Apr 13. 209 (1): 129-42. Abstact.
Hu WF, Pomp O, Ben-Omran T, Kodani A, ..., Reiter JF, Harris MP, Reversade B, and CA Walsh. (2014) Katanin p80 regulates human cortical development by limiting centriole and cilia number. Neuron. Dec 17. 84 (6). Abstact.
Ye X, Zeng H, Ning G, Reiter JF, and A Liu. (2014) C2cd3 is critical for centriolar distal appendage assembly and ciliary vesicle docking in mammals. PNAS. Feb 11. 111 (6): 2164-9. Abstact.
de la Roche M, Ritter AT, Angus KL, Dinsmore C, Earnshaw CH, Reiter JF, and GM Griffiths. (2013) Hedgehog signaling controls T cell killing at the immunological synapse. Science. Dec 6. 342 (6163):
1247-50. Abstact.
Veniaminova NA, Vagnozzi AN, Kopinke D, Do TT, Murtaugh LC, Maillard I, Dlugosz AA, Reiter JF and SY Wong. (2013) Keratin 79 identifies a novel population of migratory epithelial cells that initiates hair canal morphogenesis and regeneration. Development Dec. 140 (24):
4870-80. Abstact.
Kodani A, Solome Sirerol-Piquer M, Seol A, Manuel Garcia-Verdugo J, and JF Reiter. (2013) Kif3a interacts with the dynactin subunit p150(Glued) to organize centriole subdistal appendages. EMBO J. Feb 20. 32 (4):
597-607. Abstact.
Wu VM, Chen SC, Arkin MR, and JF Reiter. (2012)
Small molecule inhibitors of Smoothened ciliary localization and ciliogenesis. PNAS. Aug 21. 109 (34):
13644-9. Abstract.
Garcia-Gonzalo FR and JF Reiter. (2012) Scoring a
backstage pass: Mecahnisms of ciliogenesis and ciliary
access. Journal of Cell Biology. June 11. 197 (6):
697-709. Abstact.
Reiter JF, Blacque OE and MR Leroux. (2012)
The base of the cilium: roles for transition fibres and
the transition zone in ciliary formation, maintenance
and compartmentalization. EMBO Reports. June 29. 13 (7):
608-18. Abstract.
Saqui-Salces M, Dowdle WE, Reiter JF and JL
Merchant. (2012) A high-fat diet regulates gastrin and
acid secretion through primary cilia. FASEB Journal.
April 18. Epub Ahead of Print. Abstract.
Hunkapiller J, Shen Y, Diaz A, Cagney G, McCleary
D, Ramalho-Santos M, Krogan N, Ren B, Song JS and
JF Reiter. (2012) Polycomb-like 3 promotes polycomb
repressive complex 2 binding to CpG islands and
embryonic stem cell self-renewal. March. 8 (3). Abstract.
Dowdle, William E, Robinson JF, Kneist A,
Sirerol-Piquer MS, Frints SGM, Corbit KC,
Zaghloul NA, van Lignschoten G, Mulders L, Verver
DE, Zerres K, Reed RR, Attie-Bitach T, Johnson
CA, Garcia-Verdugo JM, Katsanis N, Bergmann C
and JF Reiter. (2011) Disruption of a Ciliary B9
Protein Complex Causes Meckel Syndrome. The American
Journal of Human Genetics. July 15. 89 (1): 94-110. Abstract.
Garcia-Gonzalo FR, Corbit KC, Sirerol-Piquer
MS, Ramaswami G, Otto EA, Noriega TR, Seol AD,
Robinson JF, Bennett CL, Josifova DA,
Garcia-Verdugo JM, Katsanis N, Hildebrandt F and
JF Reiter. (2011) A transition zone complex regulates
mammalian ciliogenesis and ciliary membrane composition.
Nature Genetics. July 3. Epub ahead of print. Abstract.
Sang L, Miller JJ, Corbit KC, ...,
Garcia-Gonzalo FR, Seol AD, ..., Reiter JF and
PK Jackson. (2011) Mapping the NPHP-JBTS-MKS Protein
Network Reveals Ciliopathy Disease Genes and Pathways.
Cell. May 13. 145 (4): 513-28. Abstract.
Croyle MJ, Lehman JM, O'Connor AK, Wong SY,
Malarkey EB, Iribarne D, ... Reiter JF and BK
Yoder. (2011) Role of epidermal primary cilia in the
homeostasis of skin and hair follicles. Development.
May. 138 (9): 1675-85. Abstract.
Wong SY and JF Reiter. (2011) Wounding mobilizes
hair follicle stem cells to form tumors. PNAS. March 8.
108 (10): 4093-4098. Abstract.
Hunkapiller J, Singla V, Seol A and JF Reiter.
(2011) The Ciliogenic Protein Ofd1 Regulates the
Neuronal Differentiation of Embryonic Stem Cells. Stem
Cells and Development. May. 20 (5): 831-41. Abstract.
Singla V, Romaguera-Ros M, Garci-Verdugo JM and
JF Reiter. (2010) Ofd1, a Human Disease Gene,
Regulates the Length and Distal Structure of Centrioles.
Developmental Cell. 2010; 18 (3): 410-424. Abstract.
Walker E, Chang WY, Hunkapiller J, Cagney G,
Garcha K, Torchia J, Krogran NJ, Reiter JF and
WL Stafford. (2010) Polycomb-like 2 Associates with
PRC2 and Regulates Transcriptional Networks during Mouse
Embryonic Stem Cell Self-Renewal and Differentiation.
Cell Stem Cell. 2010; 6: 153-166. Abstract.
Singla V, Hunkapiller J, Santos N, Seol AD,
Norman AR, Wakenight P, Skarnes WC and JF
Reiter. (2010) Floxin, a resource for genetically
engineering mouse ESCs. Nature Methods. 2010; 7 (1):
50-52. Abstract.
Wong SY, Seol AD, So P, Ermilov AN,
Bichakjian CK, Epstein Jr. EH, Dlugosz AA and
JF Reiter. (2009) Primary cilia can both mediate and
suppress Hedgehog pathway-dependent tumorigenesis.
Nature Medicine. 2009; 15 (9): 1055-1061. Abstract.
Aanstad P, Santos N, Corbit KC, Scherz PJ,
Trinh LA, Salvenmoser W, Huisken J, Reiter JF and
DYR Stainier. (2009) The Extracellular Domain of
Smoothened Regulates Ciliary Localization and Is
Required for High-Level Hh Signaling. Current Biology.
2009; 19 (12): 1034-9. Abstract.
Wong, SY and JF Reiter. (2009) The primary cilium
at the crossroads of mammalian hedgehog signaling.
Current Topics in Developmental Biology. 2008; 85:
225-60. Abstract.
Gaulden, J and JF Reiter. (2008) Neur-ons and
neur-offs: regulators of neural induction in vertebrate
embryos and embryonic stem cells. Human Molecular
Genetics. 2008; 17 (R1): R60-6. Abstract
Santos, N and JF Reiter. (2008) Building it up and
taking it down: The regulation of vertebrate
ciliogenesis. Developmental Dynamics. 2008 April 24; 237
(8): 1972-81. Abstract
Corbit KC, Shyer AE, Dowdle WE, Gaulden J.,
Singla V and JF Reiter. (2008) Kif3a constrains
beta-catenin-dependent Wnt signalling through dual
ciliary and non-ciliary mechanisms. Nature Cell Biology.
2008 Jan; 10 (1): 70-6. Abstract
Singla V and JF Reiter. (2006) The primary cilium
as the cell's antenna: signaling at a sensory organelle.
Science. 2006 Aug 4; 313 (5787): 629-633. Abstract
Reiter JF and WC Skarnes. (2006) Tectonic, a
novel regulator of the Hedgehog pathway required for
both activation and inhibition. Genes and Development.
2006 Jan 1; 20 (1): 22-27. Abstract
Corbit KC, Aanstad P, Singls V, Norman AR,
Stainier, DYR and JF Reiter. (2005) Vertebrate
Smoothened functions at the primary cilium. Nature. 2005
Oct 13; 437 (7061): 1018-1021. Abstract
May SR, Ashique AM, Karlen M, Wang B, Shen Y,
Zarbalis K, Reiter JF, Ericson J and AS
Peterson. (2005) Loss of the retrograde motor for IFT
disrupts localization of Smo to cilia and prevents the
expression of both activator and repressor functions of
Gli. Developmental Biology. 2005 Nov 15; 287 (2):
378-389. Abstract
Kikuchi Y, Verkade H, Reiter JF, Kim CH,
Chitnis AB, Kuroiwa A and DYR Stainier. (2004)
Notch signaling can regulate endoderm formation in
zebrafish. Developmental Dynamics. 2004 April; 229 (4):
756?762. Abstract
Reiter JF, Verkade H and DYR Stainier. (2001)
Bmp2b and Oep promote myocardial differentiation through
their regulation of gata5. Developmental Biology. 2001
Jun 15; 234 (2): 330-338. Abstract
Reiter JF, Kikuchi Y and DYR Stainier. (2001)
Multiple roles for Gata5 in early zebrafish endoderm
formation. Development. 2001 Jan; 128 (1): 125-135. Abstract
Kikuchi Y, Trinh L, Reiter JF, Alexander J, Yelon
D and DYR Stainier. (2000) The zebrafish bonnie
and clyde gene encodes a Mix family homeodomain protein
that regulates generation of the endodermal precursors.
Genes and Development. 2000 May 15; 14 (10): 1279-1289.
Reiter J F, Alexander J, Yelon D, Patient R,
Holder N and DYR Stainier. (1999) Gata5 is
required for the development of the heart and endoderm
in zebrafish. Genes and Development. 1999 Nov 15; 13
(22): 2983-2995. Abstract


text:
Source: AT&T
quote: Just goes to show that we have a lot more" sheepole" than expected. People who have to buy the latest phone, even though it's practically the same as the one they already have.
quote: Anand's recent review of Ice Cream Sandwich, it's only taken 5 years for droid programmers to START getting on par with iOS in terms of usability and functionality.
quote: ICS is smoother, more polished and has its own set of new features that make it a significant step forward for Android. What ICS is not however is an outright clone of iOS. If you prefer the iOS experience to Android, ICS will do nothing to change your opinion. If all you were missing from Android was a smoother UI, then its fourth major release should be almost everything you could ask for.
quote: I guess that means that the Java lawsuit is without basis then? And Android must have been based on a future version of iOS, because it rolled out Apple's invention of copy paste before them.


text:
Santa Fe DWI Urine testingUPDATED 10:36 PM MDT Aug 10, 2014
Now in Santa Fe they will be requiring repeat DWI offenders to take random urine test, Megan Cruz has the details.Video Transcript
PROGRAM WORKS. DOUG AND SHELLY - COUNTY JUDGES CAME UP WITH THIS IDEA. THEY NOTICED DRUNK DRIVERS WERE LANDING IN THEIR COURTROOMS FOR A SECOND, THIRD, EVEN SEVENTH TIME. OF THE 500 PEOPLE CAUGHT DRUNK DRIVING IN SANTA FE COUNTY A YEAR, OFFICIALS SAY 30-PERCENT OF THEM ARE REPEAT OFFENDERS. THAT'S WHY, STARTING MONDAY, ANYONE WHO'S CONVICTED OF D-W-I AFTER JUNE 1ST THIS YEAR, WILL HAVE TO TAKE PART IN A NEW PROGRAM. It's something the judges have been interested in implementing. THIS IS HOW IT'LL WORK. A PERSON WILL BE ASSIGNED AN ANIMAL. AND THEN EVERY SINGLE MORNING DURING YOUR PROBATION, YOU'LL HAVE TO CALL INTO THE COUNTY'S D-W-I OFFICE. IF YOU HEAR YOUR ANIMAL, YOU'LL HAVE TO REPORT FOR A MANDATORY URINE TEST IMMEDIATELY. IF YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR ALCOHOL, YOU'LL GO BEFORE A JUDGE. Sanctions could range from jail, increase in community service. NOT CALLING WILL GET YOU IN TROUBLE AS WELL. OFFICIALS SAY NOT ONLY WILL THEY BE TESTING FOR ALCOHOL .... We know that there are probably some substance abuse users. THEY'LL BE TESTING FOR OTHER SUBSTANCES, SUCH AS MARIJUANA, COCAINE, HEROIN, AND PRESCRIPTION DRUGS. What we're trying to target is increased treatment, that way we help address these issues. NOW THIS PILOT PROGRAM WILL LAST FOUR TO SIX MONTHS. THE COUNTY MAY FUND IT FURTHER IF IT PROVES SUCCESSFUL IN PREVENTING REPEAT OFFENDERS. THE BILL FOR THIS IS ABOUT 14-THOUSAND DOLLARS, PAID FOR BY REVENUE FROM THE STATE'S LIQUOR TAX.
More Video
CommentsThe views expressed are not those of this site, this station or its affiliated companies. By posting your comments you agree to accept our terms of use.blog comments powered by Disqus
Latest from KOAT
AdvertisingHot Clicks


text:
Former Eagle Boys Franchise Development manager joins Franchised Food Company
Phill Tucker will join FFCo as the new Head of Business Development after eight years with the pizza company.
Pretzel World grows footprint
Owned by Melbourne-based FFCo, Pretzel World is looking to expand its retail footprint across the country following a rise in enquiries and a tripling in sales in some stores.
Keeping up the competitive edge
Food franchises must evolve to remain competitive, Stan Gordon, executive chairman of Melbourne-based FFCo, told RetailBiz.
Cold Rock uses Facebook as marketing tool
Cold Rock Ice Creamery is embracing the social media revolution by using Facebook and Twitter to communicate with its customers.
FFCo acquires Nutshack franchise
Expanding franchisor Franchised Food Company has acquired Nutshack, the leading Australian retailer of nuts, confectionery and dried fruits.
Australia's first Cold Rock/Pretzel World store opens in Hobart
Australia's first dual Cold Rock Ice Creamery and Pretzel World store has opened in Hobart, attracting around 2000 customers within its first three days of operation.
Consumers return to saving their money
Retailers will continue to face challenges over the next year as consumers return to saving their money, a franchising expert says.


text:
Visiting Nurses offer public health clinics in May
May 02, 2013
(May 1, 2013) The Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of
Northern Berkshire
will offer several public health clinics in the region in May. The clinics include blood pressure and blood sugar screening, medication reviews, heights and weights, and health teaching.
Public health clinics are offered Tuesday, May 7 and Thursday, May 9 and again Tuesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 23 from 3-4 p.m. at the VNA & Hospice's headquarters, 99 Hospital Avenue on the campus of North Adams Regional Hospital in North Adams.
In Adams, clinics will be held at Barrett House, Tuesday, May 7, 10-11 a.m.; Valley Street Apartments, Thursday, May 9, 10-11 a.m.; at Millhouse Apartments, Wednesday, May 15, 10-11 a.m.; and at the Adams Council on Aging, Wednesday, May 22, 10-11 a.m.
In North Adams: St. Joseph's Court, Wednesday, May 8, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Village East, Tuesday, May 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; and the Spitzer Center, Tuesday, May 21, 9-11 a.m.
For information one may call the VNA & Hospice of Northern Berkshire at (413) 664-4536.
Copyright 2014 © Northern Berkshire Healthcare. All rights reserved.


text:
PFS Review – Into the Woods
Originally Posted on Cinedork.com
Rife with colorful characters and brimming with the signature rhyming banter of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, Into The Woods is the closest thing this Christmas season to a rewarding family film. Just don't expect things to come with a ribbon wrapped around them. If the mashing of familiar Grimm fairy tales into a not-so-conventional tale sounds like your idea of good fun, you wouldn't be far wrong. Although the Rob Marshall adaptation of the 1987 stage production loses some steam in its second half, it is a well-cast showcase for the likes of Meryl Streep, Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine, Johnny Depp (as the Big Bad Wolf), and especially the amusing Tracy Ullmann and the excellent Emily Blunt.


text:
email@example.com wrote:
> If you download Sea Monkey from mozilla you are fairly safe. You
> still have to know how to use it. Just go through preferences &
> enable maximum security settings, except for cookies. You will need
> to set cookies to ask you if you want to enable cookies every time.
> Then go through the advanced section of the preferences and disable
> javascript, and pretty much everything else. Especially the function
> that controlls surfing the web with your keyboard. If you really need
> to see the javascript on a webpage, and are absolutely sure that the
> website is safe then you enable it only for that webpage and refresh.
> When you are doing looking at the website just change your preferences
> back to maximum security.
> Viruses are not as big a problem as spyware. And with websites like
> myspace you have to be very careful. I caught one even on my iMac,
> but I have disabled it. The same virus created tons of typos in my
> computer system whenever I wrote inside of my browsers, and would
> freeze my computer if I left it on all night. It is easy to find bugs
> in software that goes online, and spill stuff into the rest of memory
> inside of the program and start rewriting code. Mozilla and other
> pieces of software are built so they can patch themselves already, so
> you just have to know how to get memory to patch software up and it
> infects what you already have on your system. This is trivial, but
> installing backdoors and spyware is near impossible anymore,
> especially on myspace. Viruses make you think you have spyware, or at
> least that you or your computer are having some issues.
> So now you know how to fix it and how easy it is to get an imac!
Interesting. Perhaps you need to invest in a good security suite. Or
stay away from sites like Myspace.
Ron Hunter email@example.com


text:
GRAND HAVEN -- An initiative designed to encourage and chart progress towards the city's goals won Grand Haven a statewide award this week.
Grand Haven's entry, "Vivid and Lively Goals," beat out six other regional winners to claim the Michigan Municipal League's Community Excellence Award.
The city's entry emphasized the importance of effective communication of the city council's goals to city staff. Mary Snedeker, an administrative assistant with the city, produces a vivid image of the city's goals, which is framed and hung in all of the city's departments.
The purpose of the initiative is to continually remind staff of the council's direction and help measure progress toward the goals.
This year's version of Snedeker's image depicts a wind turbine to remind staff of the city's commitment to "green" energy, and the turbine revolves around three goal areas -- care for natural resources, preservation of the city's infrastructure and financial stability.
Monroe, East Lansing, Kingsley, St. Ignace, Harbor Beach and Saginaw were the other regional winners up for the state award.


text:
Editor's Note: Each week during the 81st West Virginia Legislature, The Journal is providing space and inviting comments from all members of the Eastern Panhandle's legislative delegation. The following is a campling of the submitted comments this week from the House of Delegates and the Senate:
Del. Stephen Skinner,
D-67th District
This week saw the introduction of the Employment & Housing Nondiscrimination Act (EHNDA). HB 2856 would add sexual orientation to the West Virginia Human Rights Act and would ban discrimination in employment and housing on the basis of sexual orientation. The bill has a broad religious exemption and only affects business with more than 12 employees. There is overwhelming support from the business community. Both Frontier Communications and American Electric Power have given their unqualified endorsement.
I am one of the sponsors of the bill and believe that this common sense addition to the Human Rights Act will help West Virginia be more competitive by ensuring companies looking to move to West Virginia will know that all of their employees are welcome. Most people are not aware that it is legal to fire someone in West Virginia just because they are gay. It's also legal to evict someone just because of their sexual orientation. This presents a real problem to employers who want to assure their diverse workforce that West Virginia is more than "Buckwild." Most importantly, it's just the right thing to do: Although I recognize that some people seek to marginalize gay people, we now live in the 21st century and need to recognize that gay people should be treated with basic fairness. I am heartened to say that there is bipartisan support for this bill. Additionally, a large number of pastors, ministers and congregations throughout the state churches support this bill.
Del. Paul Espinosa,
R-66th District
Education reform continues to be the major topic of discussion at the Capitol as the Senate Education committee continues its consideration of SB 359. As I noted last week, the Senate Education committee was expected to complete its review of the governor's education reform proposal by late Thursday night, but after lengthy discussions between the committee, the governor's staff and representatives of the two teachers' associations, Committee Chairman Bob Plymale delayed a vote on the proposal until Tuesday to allow continued discussions through the weekend. Language in the proposal that would give greater authority to local school boards to hire the most qualified teacher rather than the most senior, as well as a proposal to allow local school boards to utilize Teach For America instructors when unable to fill vacancies, appear to be two major sticking points.
Another Senate bill of local interest is SB 435 that would continue and expand the Municipal Home Rule Pilot Program. In recent weeks, I've had an opportunity to meet with representatives of Charles Town, Ranson and Martinsburg who are among the municipalities who have expressed a desire to participate in an expanded Home Rule pilot program. I'm generally supportive of empowering our local governments to be responsive to local needs provided adequate safe guards are included to address constituent concerns relating to taxation.
Finally, competing proposals from the West Virginia Racing Association and representatives from horsemen and greyhound breeders were introduced this week that I will be following closely. SB 455, supported by the W. Va. Racing Association, would reduce licensing fees and the casino tax rate as well as the required number of live racing dates, while SB 115, proposed by the Horsemen and Greyhound Breeders associations, would legislate preferential treatment to West Virginia horsemen, specify the number of West Virginia Restricted Races to be offered on a daily basis, expand the West Virginia Racing Commission to five members, two of whom would be required to have five years experience in the thoroughbred and greyhound professions respectively, and require Racing Commission approval of racing association house rules. A quick read of these competing proposals leads me to believe there is unlikely to be any industry consensus, making it difficult for either proposal to gain passage during this busy legislative session.
Del. Tiffany Lawrence,
D-65th District
The Governor's Education reform bill (SB 359) has been the center of much debate since its introduction to the Senate just days ago. Unlike previous piecemeal attempts, it is a comprehensive approach that I hope, with several changes, will turn into what will lead to quantifiable student achievement.
Many of us, as stakeholders in the educational process, know that in recent years we have not gotten the expected returns on our education investments, despite the efforts of thousands of teachers, administrators and service personnel around our state. In an effort to arm students with the skills necessary to compete in a global workforce or enter into an institution of higher learning, the bill would require career and college-readiness standards for math and language arts. It would also require a 12th-grade transitional course in math and language arts for those students deemed not on track for college.
The measure would also provide for local control of the school calendar at the county board level and would establish a 200-day employment term for teachers and would require 180 days of "actual instruction." The bill would also require early childhood programs to be offered five days a week for a full day with licensure for all kindergarten/Pre-K teachers and aides.
The bill allows for Teach for America participants to become classroom teachers along with creating a "critical need alternative teacher certificate," allows for county boards to consider hiring recommendations made by school principals and faculty senates, and outlines loan assistance for teachers in critical need areas.
In the past week, I've been thankful to hear from many concerned, educators, parents, administrators and students. Whereas I am in favor of some of the content outlined, I am not in favor of others. I shall look forward to reviewing the amended bill as it makes its way over from the Senate early next week.
Additionally, I am delighted that my bill, HSB 2764 passed out of the full House this past Friday. This bill will add Assistant Attendance Directors to the list of applicable school personnel who may address truancy issues as it relates to school students. Also adopted in the House were two resolutions I introduced, one in recognition of Domestic Violence Prevention and one establishing March 7 as Child Advocacy Day in the Legislature.
This week, I will gear up to welcome Leadership Jefferson participants Tuesday as they interact with us in the legislative process and shall get ready to host the Eastern Panhandle Our Children, Our Future Poverty Forum back home Saturday, March 16 at Westview Baptist Church in Martinsburg from 10 a.m.-noon.
Del. John Overington,
R-62nd District
This past week, much attention was focused on Second Amendment bills, including H.B. 2760 that should pass the House on Monday. The bill creates uniform regulations for firearms and ammunition throughout West Virginia with this issue to be solely determined by the Legislature.
Several cities have imposed restrictions on firearm purchasing and carrying including Charleston, South Charleston, Dunbar and Martinsburg. The bill would eliminate these restrictions so that residents in all cities and counties would have the same Second Amendment rights. Regulations would continue to apply in courthouses, schools, jails and related facilities. Private property and business owners would be free to do as they choose.
The education reform bill, S.B 359, is receiving lots of positive support from the business community as they feel it will increase student achievement. The West Virginia Roundtable of business leaders favors the reform as they feel it will help educate our children for the challenges of the future, jobs and in being a part of a productive economy.
The Business and Industry Council's interest is on improving the business climate by concentrating on a well prepared workforce better able to deal with more complex and sophisticated jobs.
The governor has been clarifying some of the misconceptions about the bill coming as pushback from unions. S.B. 359 does not take seniority out of the hiring formula; it just means it will not be the most important factor.
There is also support for local flexibility, where one size does not fit all counties. For example, the local counties need to set their own school calendar to allow for snow days since weather conditions can vary greatly from county to county. I remember Preston County getting a snowstorm with six to ten feet of snow not too long ago.
In contacting your legislators, I would like to make a few suggestions to help improve communication, at least from my perspective. On the House of Delegates side, we do not have individual secretaries. We get dozens - often 50 to 100 plus - of e-mails a day and although that can be an effective way to communicate, several things help in the process.
Please include your full name, address and phone number, especially if you want a response. When writing about a bill, include a brief description about the bill and why you support or oppose it. With a thousand bills introduced, it is hard to remember what each bill does.
With the volume of e-mails we receive, few of us have the resources to respond to all e-mails outside our general legislative district. Also, mass e-mails sent to all 100 delegates or large groups tend to be ignored as opposed to those addressed to us individually with a local address. And, with so many computer viruses, please do not forward or send attachments or links without including a description of what it is and who you are.
I personally find phone calls or in person communication the best.
Del. Jason Barrett,
D-61st District
Continuing through session, my fellow House of Delegates members and I are working in a bipartisan effort to create positive legislation that will better the lives of West Virginians.
This week with the passage of House Bill 2585, the time frame given to property owners who are presented with notice of an increased assessment of their property to file a petition of appeal would lengthen the time period to 15 days after official notice.
As it stands now, notice is required to be given to all property owners whose property value increased more than 10 percent in value of more than $1,000. This new time frame gives property owners more time to appeal their new property assessment value.
With increased property value comes increased property tax. For many West Virginians, an unaffordable spike in taxes causes great financial distress due little control over property taxes they are now required to pay. This especially affects our seniors who are on a fixed income and have a difficult time compensating for the excess taxes. This bill would allow citizens who receive notice that their property values increased extra time to appeal.
On a similar note, I have cosponsored House Bill 2486, which would limit the amount property can increase in value at a reassessment to 10 percent of the previously assessed amount in the event that the assessment is not due to improvements made to the property.
As mentioned earlier in the case for the passage of House Bill 2585, property owners who are on a fixed income, especially seniors, many times cannot compensate for a tax spike of consequential increase in property value. This bill would serve as a safety net to property owners who own property that has potential to increase in the coming years.
Del. Larry D. Kump,
R-District 59
Delegate Larry D. Kump, District 59 (Berkeley-Morgan counties) has been carefully watching the proposed legislation on education as it is debated in the West Virginia State Senate. After the Senate works its will on this legislation, the Falling Waters delegate will carefully scrutinize the amended version when it comes up for a vote in the House of Delegates. However, he laments that the governor's proposed legislation on education reform falls short of doing enough to reduce State Board of Education bureaucracy and empower local school boards, as well as the teachers' ability to be effective in their classrooms. He also believes that further citizen participation and "ownership" of education, through increased voter participation, would be much improved by moving county Board of Education elections from the Primary to General elections (HB 2555).
On the issue of bar closing times in the Eastern Panhandle and the problems they create by encouraging over-indulgent boozers from Maryland and Virginia to bring their rowdy and dangerous behavior to West Virginia, Kump believes that the most effective and straightforward solution would be to empower individual West Virginia counties to set their own rules and regulations regarding alcohol consumption, as is done in other states. He will be introducing legislation to do just that, as well as making these rules and regulations subject to voter referendums.
Other legislation being sponsored or cosponsored by Delegate Kump includes:
HCR 51 & HCR 61 Our State & Citizen Rights (Rules Committee) Requests the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to establish a post session Interim Study on the impact of federal laws and regulations upon the sovereign rights of the State of West Virginia and our citizens, as protected by the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.
HB 2594 Teaching Our American Heritage (Education) Would require schools to teach about the Declaration of Independence, our Constitution and Bill of Rights, and other relevant historical documents and events from the era of our Founding Fathers.
HB 2828 Protecting Vulnerable Children (Judiciary) would make it a crime to solicit a child to enter a vehicle in order to commit an offense against that child.
Del. Daryl Cowles,
R-58th District
The House of Delegates Committee on Finance continued with budget hearings this week in preparation for building the state budget. Presented this week was education, which garners a clear majority of our general revenue budget dollars. The Finance Committee joined with the House Education Committee to hear presentations from K-12 Public Education, the School Building Authority, Higher Education and the Community and Technical College system.
Some portions of education in the governors draft budget were exempted from the budget reduction cuts. This resulted in the cuts going deeper into the remaining areas of education. The Eastern Panhandle delegation must continue to watch closely for budget issues involving public and higher education in our area.
The governor's education reform bill continues to make progress. It remains under consideration in the state Senate, but is expected to pass over to the House soon. Some changes have been made and more are expected. It will likely be a long and difficult journey, but I am hopeful we can find ways to improve our education system and improve student achievement in W.Va.
I had several visitors this week. The Hampshire County Commissioners were at the Capitol to meet with their representatives and the governor's office about possible uses of their vacant former hospital building in Romney. Also, visitors were down from the Safe Haven Child Advocacy Center, and some local farmers made the trip to the Capitol for Agricultural Day.
Sen. John R. Unger II,
D-16th District
As the 2013 legislative session nears its halfway point, the Senate is continuing to work through many different pieces of legislation that will prove crucial to the future of our state.
This week, our Select Committee on Children and Poverty heard from Bob Brown from the Office of the President of the American Federation of Teachers regarding the Reconnecting McDowell program. We also heard from Sam Hickman, who represents the West Virginia chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.
The Reconnecting McDowell program is a comprehensive, long-term effort to make educational improvement in McDowell County the route to a brighter economic future. Like many areas in West Virginia and throughout the country, McDowell County is faced with a myriad of complex societal problems including poverty, underperforming schools, drug and alcohol abuse, housing shortages, limited medical services and inadequate access to technology and transportation. Children in this area are simply not afforded the same opportunities as those from more affluent backgrounds.
The story of McDowell County is one of isolation and loss. In 1950 the county boasted a population of more than 120,000 people, but after coal industry jobs significantly declined beginning in the mid-1960s, there has been a steady population loss. Today, only 22,000 people call the county home.
Almost half the residents receive some form of public assistance. Among West Virginia counties, McDowell consistently ranks at or near the bottom in measures of health, income and education. Whether you're talking about good roads, public transportation, housing, Internet bandwidth, recreation centers or health clinics, chronic shortage is the common thread.
Reconnecting McDowell has many social workers and other professionals on site in the region. These people have embedded themselves in the community and they are working with city government officials, educators, medical personnel and others to get to the root of these issues. Through this program, many partners from business, foundations, government, nonprofit agencies and labor have committed, in a signed covenant, to seeking solutions to McDowell's complex problems.
The program is just entering its second year, but already progress has been made. The area high schools that used to only have access to dial-up Internet now have adequate bandwidth and internet technology.
Our committee hopes to use the Reconnecting McDowell program as a kind of template to spread the same kind of consensus building and community involvement to other underprivileged areas of West Virginia.
Sen. Donald Cookman,
D-15th District
Sometimes the amount of work that can be packed into a day surprises me. Regardless, getting the work done for the people of the 15th Senatorial District is what it is about, and what I am happy to do.
Since the last time I checked in, my schedule has been full with Senate floor sessions, various committee meetings, reviewing different proposed legislation and meeting with constituents about the issues our area faces. As usual, there's too much to cover in this space, but here's a broad overview of the work that I have been involved in since my last report:
Last week I introduced several bills that are aimed at improving the state's judicial system in different ways.
This set of bills includes: 1) SB 382 - which clarifies the rules for courts regarding the appointment and termination of guardians for minors. 2) SB 383 - which authorizes family court judges to appoint counsel for persons involved in certain contempt cases where imprisonment is a possible punishment. 3) SB 384 - increases the certified legal education credits required for court-appointed attorneys in juvenile cases. 4) SB 385 - Allows family court judges to order that a child to be taken into custody in certain emergency situations. 5) SB 386 - relates to the state's Personal Safety Act, and particularly limits the grounds upon which a personal safety order may be issued by a court in an attempt to do away with the granting of these petitions based on minor or even frivolous complaints.
This bill is designed to prevent non-serious grounds from being a basis for a personal safety order by requiring that the "harassment" or "threats of bodily injury" be a repeated behavior. Additionally, this bill establishes the proper venue in which such a petition may be filed. 6) SB 387 - Relates to family court judges and their supervision of criminal background investigations in certain domestic cases. Finally, 8) SB 388 Requires the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services to pay for certified programs for certain drug offenders when it is found to be appropriate by the Circuit Court Judge.


text:
Guest Voice of Jo Ellen Litz: I want to be Pa.'s next governor
As a Girl Scout, I learned the lines from this song: "Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other's gold." Either way, friends are precious.
As I travel around this great state, I am overwhelmed by the generosity of citizens who are active in their respective communities, yet take time to share kindness and wisdom with someone new like me. I am honored to get to know so many wonderful people whom I can call friend.
As I listen to people's hopes and dreams, I realize that we're not so different. We all want safe roads and bridges and a good education system that focuses on teaching our children. We value our history and culture, and we want a balanced energy portfolio, good jobs and a robust economy, to name a few.
Serving as the 2012 president and 2013 chairwoman of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania, it was my duty to lobby in Washington and Harrisburg to stop unfunded mandates and more. During the past two years, that has meant that I had to share the stage with Gov. Tom Corbett. While I respect the position of governor and the man who occupies it, I part ways with him on numerous issues, from the lack of a Marcellus Shale tax to the lack of a transportation plan to address our dangerous roads and bridges. Block grants for human services are a good idea to provide services to our most needy citizens, but a 10 percent cut in funding needs to be restored, and all counties should be afforded the opportunity to use the block grant system.
The list of issues on which I disagree with the governor includes his education policies, his proposed pension reforms, his decision not to expand Medicaid for Pennsylvania, the way the Jerry Sandusky case was handled, the plan to privatize the Pennsylvania Lottery and a proposal to sell the Pennsylvania Turnpike. I believe we need to close the Delaware loophole for corporations and come up with a plan for property tax relief.
My father always told me that if I see a problem, don't expect other people to fix it. Get in there and do something. In addition to this upbringing, in the past year or so, I lost three forever friends -- Donna, Kathy and Marsha. As a child, I played with one or all of these young women each day.
When my third neighborhood friend died, mortality smacked me in the face, and I realized that tomorrow may be too late to make this world and the state of Pennsylvania a better place for my children and grandchildren. In short, my heart was telling me I have something to offer, and I shouldn't hold back. Therefore, on July 2, I announced my candidacy for governor of Pennsylvania for 2014, running on the Democratic ticket.
Sure, there are challenges to competing in a statewide election, from traveling to all 67 counties (I'm on number 41) to raising needed funds to get my message to the voters. I can't compete with Corbett's $30 million campaign chest, but with my background in local government, business and conservation, I believe that I have the tools to bring common sense and balance to the table. My record as a county commissioner shows that transparency is part of my government philosophy, and I believe in putting people above politics.
God put this passion to serve within me, and I believe the people of Pennsylvania when they say they want a governor who believes in them. I believe in you. Will you help me to represent you in the state capitol as your governor?
JO ELLEN LITZ is a four-term Lebanon County commissioner in south-central Pennsylvania. She served as the 2012 president and 2013 chairwoman of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania, which held its annual conference at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie from Aug. 4 to 7.


text:
Download citation file:
From Institute of Disease Control and Prevention, Chinese Academy of Military Medical Sciences, and The No. 307 Hospital of the People's Liberation Army, Beijing, China.
Note: All authors contributed equally to this manuscript.
Acknowledgment: The authors thank Yuanyong Xu, MD, PhD; Leili Jia, PhD; and Ligui Wang, MSc, from the Chinese Academy of Military Medical Sciences for participating in the data collection and laboratory testing.
Grant Support: By Major-Project of Science and Technology Research of China (2012ZX10004-215, 2012ZX10004-801, 2013ZX10004-218, 2013ZX10004-203, 2013ZX10004-217, and 2011ZX10004-001).
Potential Conflicts of Interest: Drs. Y. Wang, Qiu, and Song: Grant (money to institution): Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology; Fees for participation in review activities such as data monitoring boards, statistical analysis, end point committees, and the like (money to institution): Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology.
Corresponding Author: Hongbin Song, MD, PhD, Institute of Disease Control and Prevention, Chinese Academy of Military Medical Sciences, 20 Dongdajie Street, 100071 Beijing, China; e-mail, email@example.com.
Please read the other comments before posting. Contributors must reveal any conflict
of interest.
Comments are moderated and will appear on the site at the discretion of The American
College of Physicians editorial staff. Please be sure your email address is
updated in your account, otherwise the American College of Physicians will not be
able to contact you about your comment.
Anyone can submit a comment any time after publication, but only those submitted within 4 weeks of an article's publication will be considered for print publication. One month after publication, editors review all posted comments and select some for publication in the Letters section of the print version of Annals. (Not peer reviewed)
Authors: No more than 5
Text: Word Limit 400 (excludes references), 5 references, no figures or tables
* = Required Field
Disclosure of Any Conflicts of Interest*
(applies to the past 5 years and foreseeable future) Indicate any potential conflicts
of interest of each author below, including specific financial interests and relationships
and affiliations relevant to the subject matter or materials discussed in the manuscript
(eg, employment/affiliation, grants or funding, consultancies, honoraria, speakers
bureau, stock ownership or options, expert testimony, royalties, donation of medical
equipment, or patents filed, received, or pending). If all authors have none, check
"No potential conflicts or relevant financial interests" in the box below. Please
also indicate any funding received in support of this work. The information will
be posted with your response.
Terms of Use
The In the Clinic® slide sets are owned and copyrighted by the American College
of Physicians (ACP). All text, graphics, trademarks, and other intellectual property
incorporated into the slide sets remain the sole and exclusive property of the ACP.
The slide sets may be used only by the person who downloads or purchases them and
only for the purpose of presenting them during not-for-profit educational activities.
Users may incorporate the entire slide set or selected individual slides into their
own teaching presentations but may not alter the content of the slides in any way
or remove the ACP copyright notice. Users may make print copies for use as hand-outs
for the audience the user is personally addressing but may not otherwise reproduce
or distribute the slides by any means or media, including but not limited to sending
them as e-mail attachments, posting them on Internet or Intranet sites, publishing
them in meeting proceedings, or making them available for sale or distribution in
any unauthorized form, without the express written permission of the ACP. Unauthorized
use of the In the Clinic slide sets will constitute copyright infringement.
to gain full access to the content and tools.
Learn more about subscription options


text:
All the Pretty Horses
A western adventure about freedom, suffering and love, set in Texas and Mexico just after World War II and written with great spirit and brilliant intensity. A new American classic. (Knopf)
Picks and Pans Review: Cormac Mccarthy
updated 12/28/1992 AT 01:00 AM EST
•originally published 12/28/1992 AT 01:00 AM EST


text:
Tourists who wait in lengthy screening lines at Liberty State Park in Jersey City and in Lower Manhattan before boarding boats to the Statue of Liberty would instead get onboard and go through security on Ellis Island under a proposal being discussed by city and federal officials.
The plan would eliminate hour-long waits at Manhattan's Battery Park and at Liberty State Park, where passengers are shuttled to both Ellis Island and Liberty Island, the home of the Statue of Liberty. Before the Sept. 11 attacks, visitors were screened only when they went inside the Statue of Liberty.
Tourists who only want to go to Ellis Island wouldn't be screened, said Michael Burke, the chief operating officer of Statue Cruises, which operates the ferries.
Burke said the plan would streamline operations, improving tourists' visits. The plan also includes a building for security at Ellis Island, so visitors could avoid heat, rain or wind while they wait.
"Our boats will be secure, people will be safe and the people will have a better experience," he said.
The proposal is the latest example of making the monument more visitor-friendly since it closed to the public after 9/11. The statue's base reopened in 2004, but the observation deck at the top of Lady Liberty's crown remained closed until July 2009.
It's scheduled to close again in the fall for emergency exit improvements.
Kendra Barkoff, a spokeswoman for the Interior Department, which oversees the islands through the National Parks Service, declined to discuss the proposal but confirmed that the department is working with the city to find ways to improve parks management there.
In the years after the attacks, other plans to change security have been floated, including using a nearby pier to screen passengers, or land owned by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Burke wasn't sure who came up with the newest plan.
He said the boats would be subject to the same post-9/11 security procedures that the Coast Guard imposes on the Staten Island ferries and commuter ferries around the harbor.


text:
Talk about finding a skunk in your soup.
Three weeks ago, the folks at the Alabama Butterbean Festival in Pinson -- back this weekend for its fifth year -- learned their quest for a world bean-cooking record had silently been dealt a near-deadly blow.
See, the bean record simmered at 350 gallons all the way back to 2002. Festival chairman Phil Sims was prepared to break that record this year. But his plans, as it turned out, weren't worth beans.
Because international bean cooking is -- who knew -- serious stuff.
On Aug. 8, a team in a small Macedonian village got a legume up on our Pinson butterbeaners. The Macedonians dumped 400 pounds of bacon in a giant pot with almost 900 pounds of beans, and stirred up the biggest-ever batch of traditional "Tetovsko Grafche."
Which counts as a bean dish, I'm told. Though I bet it tasted like grafche.
Still, the people from the Guiness Book of World Records were there, so it was official. The new world bean-cooking record stood at 832 gallons.
The Pinson guys didn't even have a pot to cook in.
The old pot at the Butterbean Festival maxed out at 587 gallons, so Sims had to get to work. Fast. He commissioned a new pot, a 1,207 gallon stainless-steel beauty the size of a Volkswagon. He coaxed the donation of 1,800 pounds of beans. Add 50 pounds of butter and flour, 10 gallons of milk and the recipe for a record is on again.
And set for this weekend. The beans, Sims said, will hit the heat Friday morning and be ready to serve to festival-goers Saturday. Admission is free, but proceeds from the beans will go to Pinson-area charities. If all goes according to Guiness, they'll cook 1,000 gallons of beans for a Southern-style Macedonian beat-down.
It'll be a gas, all right.
And an amazing success story. Who would have thought a community could rally around beans?
The only question is ... why?
Why do we need the biggest batch of beans? They're good for your heart, I know. But isn't the air pollution over Birmingham scary enough?
Sims had answers. They are hidden right there in the questions he asked Pinsonians (or is it Pinsonites?) in the first place:
1. Have you ever broken a world record?
2. Have you ever seen a world record broken?
3. Do you know anyone who has broken a record?
Then why not do it?
"We want to create a childhood memory no matter your age," Sims said. "If we all pull together, we can make anything happen."
I like it. It's not just a message to Pinson and its beancounters, but to pot-stirrers all over this community.
In the past, the Birmingham area has had to settle for less attractive records -- like the most county commissioners in the pen, or the most rambling city council meetings. A good record, a bean record, might just move us in the right direction.
Why, there are records to be set all over town -- better even than a claim to the most school board members per capita, the deepest pothole, or consecutive months without a corruption indictment.
Why not do it?
We can start Friday, while the Guiness folks are in town. What, after all, is the record for the most bottles of Beano sold in a day?
We need to break that one. No one needs to ask why.
John Archibald's column appears Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Write him at


text:
If you want it done right, you might have to do it yourself. At least, you might have to if your name is Wolfgang Sawallisch.
That's what the Philadelphia Orchestra music director found out Friday night when big chunks of his snowed-in orchestra called in unable to get to an all-Wagner concert at the Academy of Music.
The maestro didn't miss a beat. He volunteered to play all the parts.
By himself.
On the piano.
Luckily for the orchestra, Sawallisch knows his way around the keyboard. And with decades of conducting Wagner's Tannhauser and Die Walkure in Europe under his belt, he knew the score, too.


text:
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is authorized to provide emergency assistance to save lives and protect property and public health and safety, or to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in the designated areas, according to a news release. FEMA is authorized to provide protective measures at 75 percent federal funding.
Upper Mount Bethel Township has declared a state of emergency, according to a news release. Riverton Road remains closed from River Road to Belvidere-Martins Creek Highway.Here's a list of other roads closed across the Lehigh Valley, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation:
Northampton County
- Route 611 between Durham Road in Riegelsville, Bucks County, and South Third Street in Easton
- Green Pond Road between Farmersville Road and South Country Club Road in Bethlehem Township
- Route 611 between Lower Mud Run Road and Main Street in Lower Mount Bethel Township
- Route 611 between Coffeetown Road and Mill Street in Williams Township
- Lehigh Drive between Adamson Street and Hugh Moore Park Road in Easton
Lehigh County
- Cetronia Road between Trexlertown and Grange roads in Upper Macungie Township
- Neffs Laury Road between Scheidy's and Riverview roads in North Whitehall Township
- Fairview Road between Emmaus Avenue and Susquehanna Street in Salisbury Township
- Pirma/Whitehall Avenue between Mauch Chunk Road and Walbert Avenue in South Whitehall Township
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission urge motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel in the eastern part of the state.
Officials also warn officials not to drive across roads covered with water and never to drive around barricades or road-closed signs.
Visitors entering Pennsylvania from New Jersey should be advised that the welcome center at Delaware Water Gap is closed until further notice.


text:
The National Archives at Atlanta is hosting a Symposium on Public Health and the Federal Government, on Saturday, September 17, 2016.
Learn more
Learn more
Medicine and Public Health
- CDC Records of Dr. John C. Cutler
On assignment with the Public Health Service, Dr. Cutler conducted venereal diseases research in Guatemala.
- National Collaborative Perinatal Project, 1959-1974, NIH Records, Descriptive handout
- Electronic Records Pertaining to Tobacco Use and Tobacco-Related Health Issues, Reference Report
- Search the National Archives Catalog for Correspondence Relating to the Closing of the Fort Worth Public Health Service Clinical Research Center in 1971
Hospitals and Institutions
- Annual Reports of the Columbia Hospital for Women, 1866-1953
- Annual Reports of the Columbia Institution for the Deaf and Dumb, 1857-1927
- Students and Teachers of the Columbia Institution for the Deaf and Dumb in the Federal Census, 1860-1940
- Annual Reports of St. Elizabeths Hospital(The Government Hospital for the Insane)
- Patients and Staff at St. Elizabeths Hospital (The Government Hospital for the Insane) in the Federal Census, 1860-1940
- St. Elizabeths Hospital, 1907-1940: The Central Classified Files of the Office of the Secretary of the Interior
Columbia Hospital and Institution
Freedmen's Hospital
St. Elizabeth's Hospital
PDF files require the free Adobe Reader.
More information on Adobe Acrobat PDF files is available on our Accessibility page.


text:
Photograph by Rebecca Hale
The preliminary round of the 24th annual National Geographic Bee was held Tuesday, May 22. The top 10 finishers—from the field of 54 state-level winners who took part in the prelims—will compete in the final round to be held at the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, May 24. First prize is a $25,000 college scholarship, lifetime membership in the National Geographic Society, and a trip to the Galápagos Islands. Second- and third-place winners receive $15,000 and $10,000 college scholarships respectively. This round of the competition will be simulcast in prime time on the National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo WILD on May 24 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
The 10 finalists are:
- Raghav Ranga, Arizona
- Varun Mahadevan, California
- Anthony Stoner, Louisiana
- Adam Rusak, Maryland
- Karthik Karnik, Massachusetts
- Gopi Ramanathan, Minnesota
- Neelam Sandhu, New Hampshire
- Rahul Nagvekar, Texas
- Anthony Cheng, Utah
- Vansh Jain, Wisconsin
How to Help
Fund a School
Donations help fund schools to participate in the National Geographic Bee.
Geo Bee Shop
Student Activities
Teachers can use these activities in the classroom to prepare students for the bee!
Geo-Scavenger Hunt
Simply memorizing terms and place locations can be tedious and even boring. One solution is to make the task fun with an atlas-based scavenger game.
Exploring Diffusion
The movement of people, goods, or ideas from one place to another is a process known as diffusion, which plays an important role in shaping the characteristics of where we live.
Tracking Violent Storms
Springtime brings the possibility of extreme weather, including violent thunderstorms and tornadoes.


text:
12 Comments
I preffer this version though.
nice one. voted.
you can have a look at my 'fleetwood mac' designs. thanks.
very nice. +1
you can have a look at my designs. thanks.
I very much prefer this version.
PavoMuticus Artist
I prefer this one too, just wasn't sure how either would be received. Thanks so much for the votes and feedback! =)
nice artwork… +1 for yah… check also my designs… vote is appriciated
nice art +1
check out my first design
vote / feedback is appreciated
wow good job +1 for u…
please check out my work….
comment / vote is appreciated
joehoracek Artist from Nebraska, United States
thats pretty cool!! voted
cool i like this version
btw +1 :)
Riemannian Human
LOVE the leaf work. Horsie is pretty cool too. Would not wear, though.


text:
People have been screaming for it so here it is: a professional music video for the hip hop/dance song "Good at Being Bad".
81 backers pledged $3,690 to help bring this project to life.
here is the link to the video
please share with your friends and families! thanks for making this happen!
Successfully raised $3,690 with 81 backers
Cash rolling
Hey all you great supporters,
There's only 4 days left and only $400 more to go!!! If you know of anyone who's rolling around in unwanted cash and wants to... Read more
Thank You, Thank You
Thanks so much to all of you who donated so far! John and I are looking forward to shooting the music video. The idea behind it is so awesome and... Read more
Project launched


text:
Part 7: Binding to Cookbook Data (1 of 2) - Reviewing the data.js
- Posted: Feb 28, 2013 at 3:24PM
Right click "Save as…"
In this lesson, we become familiar with the data.js, the organization of items and groups, working with helper methods of WinJS lists to group items together, and more.
WinJS.Binding.List object
List.createGrouped method
Oops, something didn't work.
Comments have been closed since this content was published more than 30 days ago, but if you'd like to continue the conversation, please create a new thread in our Forums, or Contact Us and let us know.


text:
Top Eight Weekend Getaways Foreigners Can`t Ever Skip!
Set in the hills of Mount Banahaw, Mt. Makiling, and the Sierra Madre Range is the province of Laguna. Lakes, mountains, hot springs, streams, waterfalls, and jungles are natureâ??s vast gifts to this province. Bordering the province is South East Asiaâ??s largest freshwater lake -LagunaDeBay. On this lakeâ??s ridge rests a little crater gulf known to the townsmen as Crocodile Lake which makes it a lake within a lake. Hiking, trekking and mountaineering could also be enjoyed in the magical Mt. Makiling.
You can easily find different types of resort in laguna that differs from hot springs to nature types. For example, between Lumban and Cavinti towns you'd find Lake Caliraya, an area best for water activities like wind surfing, water skiing, seafaring, and day fishing.It really is an breathtaking destination for water adventure due to its deep waters and of the strong mountain breeze that blows from Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges and distant Mt. Banahaw. Additionally, wandering into the rough area leading to the mountain is an exciting experience in Dalitiwan River in Botocan, Majayjay wherein tourists can witness the riverâ??s strong current of freezing waters. Tourists flock to the famous Pagsanjan Falls for all the thrill of white water landing where skilled boatmen navigate the boat of adrenaline junkies through the rocks and streams to the cascades of vibrant, pristine and calming mountain water.
Throughout the months of Oct to April, the province of Laguna is pretty dry, however it's rainy throughout the entire year for a small part close to its Southerly districts. The same climate is also being observed in the western municipalities of the province, near its main city Sta. Cruz. For this reason, the westerly municipalities tend to be more concentrated with lots of private resorts, which makes it a finest summer season holiday destination for those living nearby Manila - Philippines capital.
All-naturall and man-made hot spring resorts are all over the towns of Calamba and Los Banos which are located at the foot of Makiling. Relieving one's soul and providing new strength to the body may just be the positive effects of staying deep into the water. From among the 500 Laguna resorts in these cities, business get-togethers, family get-together, important occasions, are some of the great options. Among those resorts are City of Spring Resort, Splash Mountain Resort, La Vista Pansol, and Hidden Valley Springs. This province is merely a two-hour drive from Manila through SLEX, hence, Laguna resorts are conveniently accessible. It is also called as the Detroit of the Philippines because this Resort Capital of the Philippines is a thriving centre for economic activity.
About the Author
The author has been to the Sagada's wonderful mountain ranges, enjoyed batangas beach resorts, scuba dived in Anilao's beaches, surmounted Mount Matutum and more. He enjoys to brag about his newest conquers. For additional information, you can connect with him at private pools and resorts.