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In 2011 and 2012, the work of IETC has been supported by:
UNEP's Environment Fund, which is itself supported by member states of the United Nations.
Counterpart contributions, which are allocated to specific activities:
The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has additionally provided funding for three activities:
The project "Converting Waste Plastic Into Fuel", which also receives the help of the Osaka City Sports and Greenery Association, undertaken in the Philippines and Thailand.
The project "Converting Waste Agricultural Biomass Into a Resource", undertaken in Cambodia and India.
The international expert mission to share knowledge in regard to the management of the debris created by the Tohoku Tsunami.
The UNEP - UNESCO joint project "Natural and cultural management of the Iraqi Marshlands" is funded through the contribution of the Ministry of Environment, Land and Sea of Italy.
Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) activities, e-Waste activities and the Global Partnership on Waste Management (GPWM) have been funded through contributions by the following Governments.
Korea, through the Korea International Cooperation Agency.
The Government of Norway.
Sweden, through the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA).
Germany, through its Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety.
France, through the French Ministry of Sustainable Development.
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My family enjoys traveling the 3-5 hour drive (depending on whose foot is on the accelerator) to Corpus Christi. When the kids were little half the fun of driving in at night was that the big bridge over their harbor was lit up with big, bright yellow light bulbs.
You can kind of tell what it looked like if you click here. That golden arch (not to be confused with a half of a fast food restaurant) could be seen from miles and miles away. We'd watch for it eagerly as we approached the city and the first one to point it out would get a quarter or a Pokemon card or some other silly treasure.
One year, I guess the city of Corpus Christi decided that they couldn't afford to light the bridge anymore, because the lights were turned off and there were no more yellow light bulbs to guide us into the city at night. We cried and cried.
Recently, however, American Bank, The DOT, the port and the city of Corpus Christi all threw their money together and decided it was time to relight that bridge.
I anxiously awaited the warm yellow glow of the illustrious light bulbs!!!
But that's not what they did. They took away the old-fashioned bulbs and replaced them with hundreds of RGB LED's (Those new light bulb things that are replacing real Christmas lights and household bulbs). I still haven't learned to embrace these new bulbs. I'm in favor of them because they are better for the environment, but the colors seem a little dull to me. They glow, but they don't shine…or maybe they shine but they don't glow…I'm not sure what it is.
It was impressive however, to see the bridge looking like this:
That's not its permanent color scheme. It changes every several seconds.
Or even this:
It did a whole variety of light dances.
I'm sure that everyone is very proud and happy with the new look…it is a grand and glorious site, but I miss the old 'look' from my memories. I miss seeing the golden warmth of Corpus Christi reaching out to welcome me back.


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Chosen from over 30 submissions, the nine works presented span genres from comic to serious and topics from the political to the fantastic, representing the excellent writing from the Pear's Playwrights Guild, many of whom are already award-winning emerging playwrights. Tickets and info: (650) 254-1148; thepear.org
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Why go to graduate school?
Among the many reasons why students pursue graduate study, here are some of the most common:
- Opportunity to specialize in your field of interest – graduate study allows you to focus your studies on topics that particularly interest you
- Opportunity to expand your skill-set – after the BS in ECE, your graduate degree could be an MBA, an MD, a degree in Law or a PhD
- Opportunity to earn a higher salary – on average, engineers with an Master's degree receive a 15% higher starting salary, compared to a BS graduate.
Rowan ECE Graduate Program
The ECE department at Rowan University offers a graduate program leading to an MS in Engineering (Specialization in Electrical Engineering) degree. The program of study (30-credits) is available with the following options:
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Retailers will continue to face challenges over the next year as consumers return to saving their money, a franchising expert says.
Stan Gordon, managing director of Franchised Food Company (FFCo) which owns Cold Rock Ice Creamery, Mr Whippy and Pretzel World, said shoppers had become frugal as a result of the global financial crisis.
His comments came as the Cold Rock franchise network reported flat sales for January.
"Consumers are being more mindful of the products they buy, even using the term 'saving' when questioned in research and retailers must take notice," said Gordon.
"The retail sector experienced a bounce from the Rudd government's $900 handout but the benefits of that stimulus package have since passed.
"The economy is settling into a slower grind as consumers return to saving their money. I think retailers can expect only modest sales growth throughout 2010, particularly as more rate rises loom."
Gordon said Cold Rock sales had been impacted by several rate rises, recent wet weather across much of the country, unemployment and the government's 50 per cent tax incentive on capital goods purchased before 31 December 2009.
"While the Australian Bureau of Statistics found the jobless rate fell to 5.5 per cent in December, a much better result than predicted, that was thanks to a rise in part-time jobs," he said.
"Many full-time workers have gone part time and their hours have been cut. People have debts to pay off and jobs to find and that will come at the expense of the retail sector.
"The full recovery of the sector requires a better job market and many of the spending trends of 2009 will continue.
"As the year progresses, we'll see consumers stepping up their spending but retailers should look to 2011 as the time for a return to decent growth in retail sales."
Gordon said despite the January results several Cold Rock stores had performed well, including a new store in Bendigo, which became the network's best selling franchise following its October launch.
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Let's face it – a lot of people want to get into kiteboarding so they can jump. You should learn how to stay upwind and do transitions before you start trying to jump, but we know that the reality is that you want to learn how to jump as soon as you are able to go 10 feet on a kiteboard.Read More »
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Kristin Boese has secured her mark in the sport's history by winning the Guinness World Records™ for the most kite-boarding world championships attained by a woman athlete.Read More »
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Summer with the Outdoor Program
Summer at the Westminster Outdoor Program has an array of opportunities that differ from those available during the school year. Students working for the program during this unique time can expect to be involved in all the capacities of the program's work. Summer serves as a valuable time for students to be immersed in a professional outdoor work environment to gain a foundation of experience and training in both the field and with the Westminster Outdoor Program. Students involved during the summer often continue to work with the Outdoor Program in some capacity during the school year. Information and summer employment applications will be available in the spring semester. Please contact firstname.lastname@example.com if you have questions or would like more information about summer. Below is a summary of what we do in the summer.
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Island Beach State Park in Ocean County will remain open but its waters will be off limits for the next two days to swimmers and surfers due to concerns about the effects of Hurricane Earl, the Department of Environmental Protection said.
The hurricane is expected to pose a significant safety threat as a result of heavy surf, dangerously strong rip currents and extreme tides. The park will remain open for other uses, and the beaches will remain open, but the ocean is off limits to swimmers and surfers. The department officials said they will closely monitor all on-land fishing access, as weather conditions progress.
Based on current weather forecasts, it is expected to reopen to swimmers and surfers on Saturday. All patrons are urged to contact the park office at 732-793-0506 for current conditions and more specific information.
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Just in time for Father's Day, we've started A Daddy Discussion.
Ever notice how when you Google a parenting question all you find are mommy blogs and mommy forums? Where are the dads? Don't they talk about this stuff? Some do. Here at The Dallas Morning News, we've pulled together some of the dads who do.
Join us every Friday at 10 a.m. to hear us share our highs and lows of our week as Dad. Share your stories anytime. We'll also post interesting things we find on social media.
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What would you recommend for an 80-mile-a-day commute in Cleveland, where there's lots of lake-effect snow? Four- or all-wheel drive is a necessity. Fuel mileage is a factor as well.
Your closest Subaru dealer should have what you need: an Impreza sedan with standard all-wheel drive and the available continuously variable automatic transmission. With the CVT, the Impreza has EPA ratings of 27/36 mpg city/highway. In addition, the Impreza is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick.
With those credentials, the Impreza earned a spot on Cars.com's list of 2013 Top Picks for Commuters, the only all-wheel-drive sedan to receive that honor.
If the Impreza isn't large enough for your needs, the Subaru Legacy sedan also would be a good choice. It has EPA ratings of 24/32 with the CVT, and it is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, meaning it passed the more stringent front crash test the IIHS added recently.
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There's nothing quite like Jail Break, a one-day multimedia arts festival that happens twice a year at the Old City Jail.
Creative people thrive in strange environments, and Jail Break is the perfect inspiration breeding ground for artists of all sorts, as well as those that simply enjoy their efforts.
The festival itself is ever-changing, with new themes, new performers and new exhibitions each year.
This spring's theme is Optical Delusions, and the organizers of the event say the Old City Jail will be transformed into a funhouse tribute to M.C. Escher and Lewis Carroll.
"Wander through the space with apprehension; and be prepared to lose yourself in a maze of visual and performance installations presented by Artist and Craftsman, The Art Institute of Charleston and the Machiavellian geniuses of the local arts community," says Andrew Walker of Entropy Arts, the main organization behind the festival.
"The newest components to the festival include a room dedicated to poetry, fashion exhibits, interactive jailhouse projections and large-scale, perception-altering installations planted in rooms throughout the jail.
"All of the festival favorites are returning, including the Comedy Room, dance performances by Dancefx and The Charleston Dance Project, an offbeat Artisans Market, exciting musical performances and some mighty fine food truck cuisine."
The visual artwork at this event is always interesting and often highlights new, emerging talent, keeping the visual eye candy fresh. Of course, the dancing is going to be amazing as they take over the whole place for some booty-shaking every festival. And this time around there will be several rooms dedicated to local fashion designers who are creating clothing and interactive set designs that are part of the illusionist theme.
Jail Break also partnered with the folks at Big Gun Burger for comedian acts. For the past several weeks, comedians have been performing at Big Gun with the hopes to be one of three winners that will get to perform at Jail Break.
And expect some awesome poetry from Matthew Foley, Derek Berry, Mr. Enlightenment, Wey DaTheta, Khalil Ali, Cait Cox, Cory Steglin, Mark Leon and Victoria Jackson Larimer.
And Jail Break wouldn't be complete without some live music from Tyler Boone, South Street, Dead 27s and New Galaxy.
The event is all ages but you must have a valid ID to be able to purchase alcohol.
Jail Break: Optical Delusions will take place from 4-11 p.m. Saturday at the Old City Jail on Magazine Street. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at www.jailbreakcharleston.com or at the following locations in person (cash only): Artist and Craftsman, Art Mecca, Big Gun, DanceFX or Redux Contemporary Art Center.
Last year was the inaugural year for the massive visual arts festival in Lake City called ArtFields. And with a drive time of less than two hours and more than 60 artists from Charleston participating this year, we wanted to put this event on your radar.
Last year, there were more than 20,000 people who attended, and this year they are hoping for an even bigger turnout.
The 10-day event will take place Friday through May 4 and will feature a massive art competition with more than 400 pieces of art from artists in 12 Southeastern states.
ArtFields has been called the largest art competition in the Southeast. And with $100,000 total in cash prizes, it's no wonder artists are enthusiastic.
"The Art Competition will include two- and three-dimensional art pieces exhibited in more than 50 downtown businesses, outdoor spaces and other venues. Finalists will compete for $100,000 in total cash prizes. Attendees may vote for their favorite works to select the People's Choice 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional Prizes ($12,500 each). Public votes also factor into the $50,000 Top Prize, and a panel of visual arts professionals will name the $25,000 Juried Panel Prize winner," says publicist Grace Newland.
Winners will be announced at 8:30 p.m. May 3 at the Finale Party on The Green.
In addition to the art competition, there will be a Community Mandala from disposable materials. There will be two plein air workshops, one at the Imperial Tobacco Building led by William McCullough and the other at Moore Farms Botanical Gardens led by Karen Weihs. And you won't want to miss the Inside Out photography project, which consists of portraits of 55 Lake City venue owners and operators as they prepare for the festival. The "Before I Die" wall is always a favorite, so be sure to leave your mark.
These are just a few of the many family-friendly events taking place at ArtFields this year. Most activities are free and ticketed events start at $15. The full calendar and ticketing information can be viewed at www.ArtFieldssc.org.
'Duck Hunter Shoots Angel'
If you enjoyed the books "Tuesdays With Morrie" or "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom, you're sure to love Midtown Productions' adaptation of his play "Duck Hunter Shoots Angel."
Directed by Ryan Ahlert, the story follows two bumbling Alabama brothers who, while duck hunting, think they've accidentally shot an angel.
"As they lament their fates in a murky swamp, they are pursued by a burned-out tabloid journalist from New York, who arrives with his reluctant photographer to investigate the matter," says Sheri Grace Wenger of Midtown.
"Their cynicism and disbelief are evident, that is until feathers, wings and a tiara are discovered along the way. Rounding out the cast of characters are a fiery young gas station attendant, a crazed tabloid editor, a ghost and a swamp creature, all of whom quickly become enmeshed in the jumbled quest for truth," she says.
Performances start Thursday at the Charleston Acting Studio, 915 Folly Road, and run through May 10. Tickets are $12-$18 and can be purchased by calling 795-2223 or online at www.midtownproductions.org.


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The ability of tumors to evade being recognized by the immune system plays a critical role in cancer progression. Now, as discussed in the current issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation, Gerard Blobe, M.D., Ph.D., and a team at Duke University have explored the tumor microenvironment and identified a mechanism by which tumors evade detection.
Using mouse models of breast cancer and melanoma, they show that loss of the Type III TGF-β receptor (TGFBR3) in tumors promotes cancer progression by altering signaling in tumor-associated immune cells. The scientists say their study also supports the use of TGF-β inhibitors to enhance the efficacy of therapies that promote immune-mediated elimination of tumor cells.
According to the researchers, TGFBR3 and its shed extracellular domain (sTGFBR3) regulate signaling pathways involving TGF-β. Epithelial homeostasis is thus maintained. As previously noted, they cite the loss of TGFBR3 expression as a key factor in the progression of breast cancer in its early stages.
Work with the murine models demonstrated that the loss of tumor-expressed TGFBR3/sTGFBR3 enhanced TGF-β signaling within locoregional dendritic cells (DC). "Alterations in these DC populations mediated Treg [regulatory T cell] infiltration and the suppression of antitumor immunity," wrote the scientists.
The researchers concluded that if TGF-β expression is inhibited, this would provide a novel method of tumor immunotherapy and that "sTGFBR3 levels could serve as a predictive immunotherapy biomarker."
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Crews are working to repair a 20-foot sinkhole on Ridge Road in Hershey.
Video: Watch Porcha Johnson's report
On Tuesday, crews worked to fill the sinkhole with concrete. Tomorrow they expect to work on repairing the water line, which broke overnight.
Tom Clark, public works director, says that aging pipes led to the break.
"This is one of the biggest I had in my years here," said Clark.
So far, water service in the area has not been affected.
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GameStop is interested in RadioShack's leases
GameStop wants some of RadioShack's store leases and plans to turn the locations into AT&T licensed stores.
Grapevine-based GameStop confirmed Wednesday that it has submitted a bid to acquire "a select number" of RadioShack's U.S. leases.
GameStop spokesman Joey Mooring provided this company statement: "Managing real estate has always been one of our strengths and while it is still early in the process to offer further detail, if awarded these leases the locations would be primarily used to expand the retail footprint of our Spring Mobile business, which is an exclusive AT&T dealer."
In recent years, GameStop has expanded its retail brands beyond its video game stores.
Spring Mobile is a chain of AT&T-authorized wireless stores in 26 states. GameStop bought the Salt Lake City-based company in 2013 as part of its growth strategy. It's more that doubled the number of AT&T stores it operates in the last year to more than 350 locations, mostly through acquisitions.
GameStop also operates Cricket stores for AT&T, a wireless brand that grew out of a prepaid wireless company that AT&T created in 2013 called AIO.
Simply Mac is an authorized Apple retailer that GameStop also acquired. It's opening stores in smaller cities where Apple doesn't plan to go.
RadioShack, which filed for bankruptcy on Feb. 5, is in the process of closing almost half of its stores. Two separate auctions are in the works. Individual leases for stores that are closing or have closed are being sold. Then, a big chunk of RadioShack will be auctioned in March. The company's largest shareholder has said it will bid for at least 1,500 locations. Standard General has said it plans to co-brand the stores with wireless provider Sprint.


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The Chinese People's Liberation Army since 1949by Adam Hook Benjamin Lai
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) is the largest army in the world. China is predicted to be on the brink of overtaking the USA as the world's largest economy, and China's military capabilities and global ambitions are the single greatest long-term pre-occupation of Western governments. The PLA has progressed steadily - if slowly - since its creation in 1949, from a mass army of unsophisticated infantry limited to 'human wave' tactics into a highly sophisticated force with wide capabilities. The most recent reforms (1989 to the present day) have been made possible by massive economic liberalization, and have seen not only the modernization of all the armed forces but the beginnings of global outreach, even including Chinese participation in UN peace-keeping missions to Africa, the Middle East, and Haiti. Featuring rare photographs and specially commissioned color artwork, this study explores the developing structure, organization, equipment, appearance, and character of the Chinese People's Liberation Army from its creation until today.
Hong Kong 1941-45by Giuseppe Rava Benjamin Lai
On 8th December 1941, as part of the simultaneous combine attack against Pearl Harbor, the Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) invaded the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia and the British colony of Hong Kong. After only 18 days of battle the defenders, a weak, undermanned brigade was overwhelmed by a superior force of two battle-harden IJA divisions. What makes the battle of Hong Kong was not the scale - just 14,000 defended the colony - but the intensity of this battle fought not only by the British Army, Navy and Air Force but also Canadians, Hong Kong's own defence force, the Indian Army as well as many civilians. The campaign itself is characterized by a fierce land battle, with long artillery duals and as well as fast naval actions with intense actions at the Gin Drinkers Line as well as the battle of Wong Nai Chung Gap where a handful of defenders took on an entire Japanese regiment. Less known but equally important are individual valour such as CSM John Robert Osborne winning a posthumous VC, throwing himself over a Japanese grenade to save fellow combatants. Capitulation by the defenders on 25 December 1941 marks the end of one battle and the beginning of another. A subject not significantly covered by Western historian is local resistance to Japanese occupation. Lead by the communist Chinese, many continued to fight the Japanese forming the Guangdong people's Anti-Japanese East River Guerrilla Detachment that by 1945 grew from 200 to a 6,000-strong force. The guerrillas rescued downed allied pilots, harassed the Japanese with bombing and assassinated traitors and collaborators. Those Allies POW that managed to escape to China continued the fight in a secretive new organization - the British Army Aid Group (BAAG).As the war draw to a close, the question of reestablishing British control became a highly contentious diplomatic dual between China, USA and Britain, but with the death President of Roosevelt in 1945, decolonization lost its main champion and Britain was able to outmaneuver Chiang Kai Shek, the Chinese Generalissimo, and recover Hong Kong as a British Colony. After three years and eight months of Japanese occupation, Rear Admiral Sir Harcourt sailed into Hong Kong on board the cruiser HMS Swiftsure to reestablish control over the colony and accepted the formal surrender of Japan on 16 September 1945.
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In December 2013 much of the east coast of the UK was subject to severe flooding following extremely high tidal surges. The North Norfolk Coast was among the many areas affected by these surges.
Photo: Blakeney Freshes on 9 December 2013
In North Norfolk, the National Trust cares for large areas of coastline, including Blakeney Point, Blakeney Fresh Marsh, Brancaster Beach and land adjacent to Brancaster West Marsh. All of these areas were severely flooded in December and work began immediately to plan a response that meets both local economic, environmental and ecological needs.
Flooding of freshwater marshes has presented the most complex issues after the sea defences were breached in several places, resulting in saltwater flooding.
Further high tides are predicted in the coming weeks and we are pleased that the Environment Agency has this week responded to requests to investigate the sluices that drain the Blakeney site with a view to getting them both working again. This will be vital in ensuring seawater drains from the freshwater marshes more efficiently, mitigating the impact for wildlife and future use of the marsh.
The National Trust is very clear in its position that in planning for the long-term future of these marshes, doing nothing is not an option.
Blakeney and Brancaster marshes need the chance to respond to potential changes in conditions and we want to see options that outline what interventions are needed to allow these habitats to adapt and flourish.
We have called for a full and thorough appraisal of options and would like to see a plan that works in harmony with natural processes to deliver a sustainable solution in social, ecological and financial terms that ensures public benefits are fully recognised.
There are a number of organisations involved in planning the next steps for the future of the North Norfolk coast and it is vital that we all, along with the local community and landowners, are able to work in partnership throughout this complex decision making process.


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TOKYO November 7 2005: Japan Airlines Corporation the holding company of the JAL Group announced the consolidated financial results of the JAL Group for the half year ended September 30, 2005.
Total operating revenues for the six-month period were 1,112.3 billion yen, up 3.4% on the same period last year. Operating costs were 1,096.5 billion yen (10.9% up on last year), resulting in half year operating income of 15.7 billion yen. Ordinary income was 9.7 billion yen and the first half net loss was 12 billion yen.
JAL GROUP CONSOLIDATED RESULTS FIRST HALF FY 2005(April 1-September 30,2005)
International passenger traffic:Transpacific, Korea and Taiwan routes showed steady demand but demand on South East Asia, Europe and Oceania routes was stagnant. On Japan-China routes demand dropped drastically as a result of anti-Japanese demonstrations in April and tourist demand did not pick up. Overall traffic rose by 0.3% in terms of revenue passenger-kilometers on a year-on-year basis and the total number of passengers carried was 7,230,244. Revenues rose 4% to 360 billion yen, 14.4 billion yen more than the same period last year.
Domestic traffic: Individual passenger demand was stagnant reflecting a series of safety-related issues. Total passenger demand was down by 1% on the same period last year, with a total of 22,286,276 domestic passengers carried. Traffic volume in terms of revenue passenger kilometers performed also went down by 1%. Domestic passenger revenue was down by 4.4 billion yen (-1%) to a total of 340.4 billion yen.
International cargo traffic: There was steady demand from Asia and China to the USA. Due to delays in inventory adjustment of semiconductor and digital home appliances, demand from Japan to Asia and the USA was weak. Demand measured in revenue cargo ton kilometers fell by 3.5% on last year. Yield rose 6% and sales revenue grew by 1.9 billion yen (+2.0% on same period last year) to 85.4 billion yen. Volume carried decreased by 4.4% to 389,821 tons.
Fuel costs: Fuel costs in the period averaged US$69.6 per barrel of Singapore Kerosene versus US$44.4 per barrel last year. At the start of the period the price was US$54 per barrel. The fuel bill for the first half was up by 44.2 billion yen, over 32% more than the same period last year. (Total first half fuel cost: 181.3 billion yen).
Operating costs: Despite various cost reduction measures, operating costs increased by 107.6 billion yen compared to last year, to a total of 1096.5 billion yen, mostly due to increased fuel cost. Personnel costs rose by 50 billion yen on last year, when there was a reduction of personnel cost as a result of revisions to the pension scheme.
Non operating and extraordinary results: Last year the non-operating result included 34.4 billion yen of credit memos linked to aircraft purchases. There are no such memos this year. Foreign exchange gains were up by 1.6 billion yen to 3 billion yen. The final non-operating result was a loss of 6 billion yen, 26.9 billion yen below last year's result. Extraordinary losses totaled 15.6 billion yen, due to reduced valuation of assets including buildings and land.
Exchange rate: The average US$-Yen exchange rate in the first half last year was 109.7 yen, compared to 108.5 yen this year produced benefits amounting to 4.5 billion yen in the air transport segment.
Consolidated Financial Forecast for the Year Ending March 31, 2006: The revised forecasts of consolidated results for the complete fiscal year replace those announced on May 9 2005 and are as follows:
International passenger: Steady demand will continue on transpacific routes but demand on China and Asia routes is weak. Revenue will be below forecast.
Domestic passenger: Individual demand remains stagnant. Despite efforts to increase revenue, the result will be below forecast.
International cargo: Demand from Japan is picking up and is expected to continue. Revenue should exceed forecast.
Fuel: In the second half the average price per barrel of Singapore kerosene is US84.0 per barrel with an average for the full year of US$77.0. JAL anticipates a fuel bill for the full year of 380 billion yen - an increase of 40 billion yen on forecast.
Exchange rate: 109 yen against the US$1.00.
Dividend: The company has revised plans for a dividend of four yen per share to zero.
<more>JAL GROUP - CONSOLIDATED TRAFFIC STATISTICS
FIRST HALF 2005 VS 2004 (April 1st - September 30 2005 vs. April 1st - September 30h 2004)
- International results include data from JAL International, Japan Asia Airways and JALways
- Domestic results include data from JAL Domestic, Japan TransoceanAir, JAL Express, Japan Air Commuter, Hokkaido Air System and J-Air


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Skip to comments.Joe Kennedy Once Again Cozies Up To Hugo Chavez, And Once Again Mack Says Enough Is Enough
Posted on 12/31/2011 3:00:39 AM PST by Darkwolf377
WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ In what has become an all too predictable pattern, former Massachusetts Congressman and Hugo Chavez sympathizer Joe Kennedy has once again launched television and radio advertisements praising Venezuelas socialist dictator, Hugo Chavez. And once again, Congressman Connie Mack (FL-14), Chairman of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee and Congress leading critic of Chavezs dictatorship, has admonished Kennedy for continuing to publicly laud the Venezuelan strongman.
Mack stated: Its beyond shameful that Joe Kennedy continues to line his pockets with a salary from CITGO and use our nations less fortunate as a PR mechanism for Hugo Chavez. If Joe Kennedy really wanted to help those who need it, he should support the building of the Keystone XL Pipeline from Canada and the 20,000 good-paying private sector jobs that would result from it.
The full text of Chairman Macks letter is below:
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The Honorable Joseph P. Kennedy II
Citizens Energy Corporation
88 Black Falcon Avenue
Center Lobby, Suite # 342
Boston, MA 02210
Dear Congressman Kennedy:
I am both outraged and saddened that I have to write you again to urge that you immediately cease your new ad campaign in support of Venezuelan world-class dictator Hugo Chavez, a man who suppresses the basic human rights of his people and has a strategic military alliance with Iran which threatens the security of the U.S. in our own backyard. Using our nations poor and disadvantaged as political tools to advance the cause of Hugo Chavez is shameful.
Given the close ties of Hugo Chavez to the government of Iran, your cause only furthers the destabilization of the Middle East and the safety of Israel as Chavez is one of the largest providers of refined gasoline to the government of Iran.
Subsidizing the nations unemployed with corrupt petroleum is neither the long term economic nor the national security solution our nation needs.
Instead, you should join with me in advocating for the building of the Keystone XL pipeline, which would eliminate any need to for America to purchase oil from Venezuela. Keystone not only would provide America with oil from our ally Canada, but also provide an immediate 20,000 private sector jobs to our fragile economy.
Only you can answer the question as to why you continue the pro-Chavez campaign: for the money, for the craving for the spotlight? I would imagine there would be many avenues at your disposal to help the needy instead of allying yourself with Chavez and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Hugo Chavez is presently shipping two cargoes of gasoline per month to Iran in direct violation of Comprehensive Iran Sanctions Accountability and Disinvestment Act of 2010, so in effect what your campaign purports to do is turn a blind eye to U.S. law and use the profits of the sale of gas to Iran to fund your pro-Chavez campaign and line your pockets. This is certainly not a Profile In Courage.
The American people and I anxiously await your ending of the pro-Chavez campaign and instead supporting the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline.
Chairman, Western Hemisphere Subcommittee
SOURCE Office of Congressman Connie Mack
There's a Kennedy for you—taking a nice fat salary while doing self-praising TV commercials about your 'charity,' and simulatneously offering PR cover for an enemy of the US.
There are a lot of things about liberals that I just don't understand — their reverence for Marxist dictators is at the top of that list.
There are a lot of things about liberals that I just don't understand — their reverence for Marxist dictators is at the top of that list.
It's their fascism.
But in this case it's even more base: Money.
OK, Rep. Mack...maybe it wouldn't mean that much to a Kennedy but if the bastard is entitled to a pension, whack it.
Joe's a hack.
Liberals want to control other people's lives because they—the liberals—are smarter than anyone else, and know what's best for those other, dumber people. (But they just as fervently defend their OWN liberty because, you know, they want to be free to use their smarts for their own benefit.)
Liberals like Marxist dictators because they believe in the idea of a benevolent dictator...never understanding that's an oxymoron.
Brilliant slapdown!
If they could spend a day with one person Jesus or Marx who do you think a lib would choose?
He's running these despicable radio and TV commercials to fill his pockets. This is nothing more than kennedy doing an Al Gore on the American taxpayer. He is a leeche, a despicable man. Does anyone think he has compassion for the poor or seniors? He is doing business with a dictator at our expense and his gain.
"Liberals like Marxist dictators because they believe in the idea of a benevolent dictator...never understanding thats an oxymoron."
I think you're spot on with this observation.
Didn't Joe's grandfather (Joesph Kennedy) snuggle up to Hitler? I guess we're seeing a pattern here. We should come to expect this from Liberals/Progressives.
Without a doubt: Jesus.
They'd spend the whole day telling Him how to do His job.
They'd just spend a day with Marx staring in awe, and without talking, that'd be a wasted day for a lib.
Those ads make me cringe. I find myself yelling "The 'people of Venezuela' had no choice in the matter!" like a lunatic. What a smug piece of work he is.
..."Liberals want to control other peoples lives because theythe liberalsare smarter than anyone else, and know whats best for those other, dumber people. (But they just as fervently defend their OWN liberty because, you know, they want to be free to use their smarts for their own benefit.)"...
I'm sorry, I must disagree with you about the motive of liberals being that they think they are smarter..Their motives come from the lust for power over other people because they KNOW they are not smarter and if others are allowed the freedom to develop, they (liberals) will be replaced in their positions by folks who truly are smarter. Actually, enslavement of others is their goal and once such dictators have theirs, they work to prevent anyone from challenging their position..That is not how free societies work. Leftists rarely act on acceptable morality such as honestly thinking they are smarter..They work in the darkness of deviancy where lives and freedom are destroyed.
He is just a chip off the old block.
Joe Sr., and Joe Jr. admired Hitler...
..."Like his father, Joe Jr. admired Adolf Hitler. Young Joe had come away impressed by Nazi rhetoric after traveling in Germany as a student in 1934. Writing at the time, Joe applauded Hitler's insight in realizing the German people's "need of a common enemy, someone of whom to make the goat. Someone, by whose riddance the Germans would feel they had cast out the cause of their predicament. It was excellent psychology, and it was too bad that it had to be done to the Jews."...Copied from http://www.hnn.us/articles/697.html
If the roles were reversed, Kennedy would call Mack a traitor, an embarrassment to the American people and deserving of death by creul and inhumane punishment. Mack would cry.
The easiest way for me to ID them is by knowing what type of drug addict they (cough-bs) 'were'. Or to which rape or girl's death they were connected. Or to which Felony they were 'originally charged with', but later, was plead down to a misdemeanor.
But dang it, that's never reported now.
NOT sarcasm!
I'll help you out—this is the Kennedy who crippled the girl, as opposed to the one who drowned a girl, and the one who raped a girl.
And he tried to have his marriage annulled—a marriage which produced two children, an annullment his ex-wife didn't even know about until years later.
Classy, Christian family, huh?
I respectfully disagree. I work in social services, and see these folks daily.
They indeed think they are geniuses who are frustrated by their lack of control over others, who could benefit from their greatness.
Of course there are those who know they're morons, but they're a different kind of liberal—they fervently desire to join that (imaginary) circle of brilliant libs who will lead us all to the land of golden sunshine and free healthcare and blah blah blah.
I have no prob with him raking in the bucks, it's just his self-congratulatory commercials showing him helping 'regular folks' as if he personally supervises every oil delivery, and it's all for those folks who need help. Meanwhile, he's helping spin Chavez as a good guy.
Ah! Thanks. That does clear it up :-)
*** Classy, Christian family, huh? ***
As my Grandmother would say when I was a wee lad: Shanty Irish.
As my Irish grandfathers would say, "Green beer Irish"—they hated that stuff. They were the first people I ever heard call someone "abortionists"—which is what they called the Kennedys.
Every time I consider changing my tagline, a Kennedy shows why it should remain.
Maybe that's because it was a 'Chicago Thing' and 'Shanty Irish' was used most often. And it's not like I was kept indoors (We were always outside 'playing'), my 'old hood', was originally Irish (very close to Bridgeport), and I had a lot of fellow 'Mick' friends.
(Being called a 'Mick' never bothered me, thought it was kinda funny. Like 'so...?')
Ah yes, Lace Curtain Irish—I'm familiar with the term, but the only person I've ever heard use it is my brother, and we're second-generation Americans.
All four of my grandparents were born and raised in Ireland, but I've never thought of myself as anything but American.
That is a GREAT tagline!
The first two categories integrate into American life quite well over time (I have some of both in my background), but the last category stay brutish and nasty, no matter how much money they get and how much education they're exposed to. I think the Kennedys qualify.
The Kennedys. They didn't shoot enough of them.
Sadly this is my Dad to a tee. He worships Fransisco Franco.
DarkWolf was correct. working in a Liberal Mecca, I have observed this for years. If the liberal was a poet having brain surgery (pick your own metaphor), they would be instructing the brain surgeon on how to perform the operation. Regardless of the fact that they have no skill or training in that area of expertise, just the fact that they are an enlightened liberal with such an extraordinary intellect, makes them superior to you no matter what. You, the "expert" are just a "tool" with the brains of a screwdriver, for them to use and direct.
The whole clan is a cancer.Whores for whatever liberal cause that line their greasy pockets.
They never met a dictator they didnt get on the backs for. The only one with even a limp spine was JFK.
Their heightened view of themselves borne on generational money (and in some weird way maybe, guilt),add to this narcissism to create megalomania. That an an already created political machine in MA composed of other people in their patronage system.
It is their form of fascism that results— and one shouldn't forget as pointed out on this thread, that the kennedys supported nazi germany— embarrassingly so, with Joe, Sr. trying to meet with Hitler (without informing State/FDR)that he finally resigned as amb. to Great Britain. And yet, Joe Sr. supported Sen. McCarthy to the end.
Anti-communist, pro-fascist, anti-semitic, but all liberal/progressive as long as it lines their pockets (about which see Teddy and ERISA, creating HMOs then turning his pals in tort law a career in liability suits while trashing HMOs). A family "thing".
""Dear Congressman Kennedy: ""
Is that a title they get to keep forever? How about just plain old Mr. Kennedy?
My Grandmother had similar observations about the Norwegians. There were the Dirt Hut Norwegians, the Mud Hut Norwegians (lived in a wetter climate) and the Projects Norwegians. Great Great Great Grandpa was a Herringer. He would take his dragon boat out and harpoon the wily herring. My ancestors migrated to the US because of the great opportunities here and the poor food in the Norwegian jails. My family mostly settled around bars with cheap prices.
Spot on, absolutely. It is why liberals constantly use academia (truly stupid academia who can be manipulated by the purse strings of grants & stipends to say what is needed) to push their "more intelligent" ends, always with an eye to their greater power and lining their pockets in the bargain. To be fair to the prior poster, along with this manipulation comes groupthink narcissism of stupid liberals, who are then consoled by their "superior" knowledge as exhibited by the "science" they say support them. It's how stupid actors get held up as "expert witnesses" when normally they would be assigned things to say emotively.
The modern usage for this approach has now matured to "Statism", academia AND govt fiefdoms, aided by crony market capitalists with their hands in the till (and don't forget the hedge funds) controlled by...liberals.
Case study: global warming-using academia, Goldman Sachs to create a "carbon commodity" market (that has been closed!) and it's government hack—al gore. Making millions with our money and a totally contrived fake system. Revived today with a discussion of "my how warm this winter is-—wonder why....well, its...."
Joe Kennedy started Citizens Energy Corporation and paid himself a modest salary, which wasn't enough to maintain his lifestyle, so he turned over the reins to his brother Michael and ran for Congress. Michael was a dirtbag in the Kennedy family style but, unlike a typical Kennedy who just leeched off of the family name, he was a very good businessman. It was he who turned CEC into a successful business and raised the salary for running it so high that Joe left Congress after Michael was killed so he could make his fortune as the head of CEC. So Joe is now back to doing what Kennedys do best -- living off of the efforts of others.
Dorothy Rabinowitz did an extraordinary expose of the whole sleazy Citizen Energy Corp - this was just before Joe's brother and (then) successor Michael killed himself on New Year's eve back in the 90's: The piece was in the wall street journal and I'm sure it can be googled. Read it - then imagine how much worse Citizen's has become in the passing years. Igor - it's worth reposting if you have the tools...The kennedys are wedded to corruption and all the money in the world can't slake their thurst for more...
This Joe Kennedy - shouldn't he be drinking himself to death by now?
The moron liberals as you stated well, become the "useful idiots" of these "leaders". Especially if the morons have generational wealth (like trust fund red doper diaper babies come to mind or 3rd generation wealth and a lot of guilt)-- a major component of the occupy "movement" (aside from those whose student loans are due for a useless education) that is a function of obamunista street thuggery morphed from the ACORN people.
The wikipedia site on Joseph Kennedy,Sr. reveals a good bit of this weird history of the family.
The connection to chicago politics was through his purchase of the Chicago Merchandise Mart. Another really annoying fact is that he was first head of the Securities and Exchange Commission— a thief to catch a thief, or so FDR said.
It is much easier to think of this family as a criminal enterprise involved in government. And like all political family dynasties, they have an end. Somehow the real people of free America survive all the political family machinations (kennedys,bushes), despite continual generational theft of their earnings.
Can you dilineate catholic from protestant irish in the milieu? Seems that this features prominently in current anglo-irish politics. Somehow Scotland has separated.
One distinguishing feature of the Kennedy family is that they are only loyal to themselves - not the country they live in.
And there are stories that Ted Kennedy snuggled up to the Soviet Union. Again, the Kennedys main loyalty is to the family and the family myth.
Great pic of Deady Kennedy!
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Fitch Ratings downgrades Argentina and Venezuela prospects for 2013
Fitch ratings has lowered Argentina, Venezuela and El Salvador credit and growth prospects to negative, while for the rest of Latinamerica the situation remains stable, according to a seminar in Frankfort, on "Latinamerica opportunities and challenges".
"Weak external conditions, stable prices for commodities and the lack of significant reforms can possibly subtract value in 2013 to the rapid solvency improvements registered in Latinamerica until now", says the Fitch conclusion.
Fitch also believes that "external uncertainties could impact the solvency of countries with limited backup and weak political frameworks", although it estimates the region's GDP to expand 3.7% this year compared to 2.8% in 2012.
The forecast is highly influenced by an expected sprint from the Brazilian economy which is Latinamerica's largest although there are also risks in the current recovery.
Growth will be spurred by domestic demand in a scenario of weak global growth while macroeconomic stability will be speared by moderate inflation rates in most countries.
The head of Fitch's Latinamerican sovereign debt department Shelly Shetty anticipated Mexico and Brazil are forecasted to expand 3.5% and 4%. Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Panama, Peru, Surinam and Uruguay are going to have a performance above the region's average of 3.7%, with Panama leading.
However Argentina, El Salvador, Jamaica and Venezuela will be growing below the region's average of 3.7%.
The main outside risks for the region's growth and credit prospects include the US fiscal gap, intensification of the Euro zone debt crisis and faster economic deceleration than expected in China.
"All these factors could weaken external demand and the prices of commodities more than expected" warned Fitch Ratings, which anticipated that fiscal consolidation in 2013 will be slower since there will only be a moderate fall of public debt in most countries of the region.
Chile and Peru are the countries better positioned to implement fiscal stimuli to compensate for potential external impacts.
Fitch estimates that international reserves in the region increased to 812 billion dollars from 494 billion in 2008 and also anticipated political continuity in Chile and Ecuador following parliamentary and presidential elections.
Finally it considers the consolidation of democracies in the region has reduced the risks linked to violent changes of regime. "The expansion of the middle class and a continuous fall in income inequality in the region should support political and social stability in the future".


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DoctorBill wrote:
> My son in the military E-Mails me (hotmail account) and when I receive
> his E-Mail, it is listed as from "Blank None"
> Is this caused by his address in my address book or from what he has in
> his Hotmail account.
> Strange.
> DoctorBill
Sorry - I found out why.....
I had TWO entries for his address in my address book - one had the
nickname as "Blank None".
Ha...didn't see the second entry before.


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We had them pretty well hemmed in. Just a few yards up the creek, more than two dozen redfish meandered through the shallows, the blue edges of their tails shining in the clear, sunlit water.
Capt. Tucker Blythe of Grey Ghost Charters had motored and then poled his 19-foot East Cape Vantage to the marshy end of this tidal creek, skimming over water so clear it seemed like we were fishing in an aquarium.
We had pushed up the narrowing waterway as far as we could go, then kept inching forward as the tide came in.
Way, way back there, where the tiny creek widened into a shallow depression in the marsh, we found them: A big wad of redfish, soaking up the sun in just a few inches of water, safely out of reach of bottlenose dolphins.
We had already caught and released one spot-tail out of this school, a beautiful but smaller member of the school that fell for an orange jerk-shad Blythe had worked slowly ahead of the mass of fish.
After the ruckus of that catch, the fish shut down . which was a real shame, since one of them turned out to be a bruiser, maybe 20 pounds.
It was my turn at the bow when this fish emerged from the school and moved slowly toward us, stopping just a few feet ahead of the boat. I slowly worked the same soft-plastic lure by its massive head, twice, before he had enough.
The big red backed up a few inches, then with an amazing burst of speed, shot around the boat, its back slicing the surface of the water.
I laughed, turned around and shrugged my shoulders at Blythe, who was perched on the poling platform watching the fish torpedo around the boat and down the creek behind us.
"I tried, man. He wasn't having it."
"Yeah," Tucker said, "he was just trying to figure out how to get around the boat."
And so it would go all day: We'd ease back to the farthest reaches of a creek and sight-cast soft-plastic lures to captive schools of nervous redfish. We'd catch one or two, then the school would clam up.
It was fairly typical for this time of year, Blythe said.
"Back in December, we'd find a school like that and catch three of four out of it before they'd shut down."
But the relatively slow fishing was fine with me. Actually catching these fish seemed like a bonus. The real treat, at least for me, was getting a clear view of big schools of redfish doing their wintertime thing. It's a rare sight, one relatively few people get to enjoy.
It takes a fair amount of know-how - and a seriously shallow-drafting boat - to partake in this amazing wintertime fishery. But it's worth the effort and expense.
If you want to give it a try, the best advice may be to pony up a few bucks for a guide to show you the ropes.
But if you're determined to give it a go on your own, here are a few tips, courtesy of Capt. Blythe.
Watch your water: When you're fishing shallow, you've got to pay attention to the tides. You should only head far up these creeks on a rising tide. If the water drops while you're back there, you'll be high and dry until the tide rises again.
Keep looking: Cold-water redfishing isn't a cast-and-wait deal. The water this time of year is surprisingly clear, so you'll be actively looking for fish. Keep searching until you find the schools.
Look for the fish, themselves, and for their tell-tale wakes. You might even spot a few tails breaking the surface from time to time.
Take it easy: Redfish in the shallows can be easily spooked. Bombing a clunky bottom rig with a big chunk of bait into the middle of a school usually won't pay off.
Try casting a smaller soft-plastic lure, rigged weedless, far past the school, even into the marsh grass or on shore if you need to. Gently work the lure to where the fish seem to be headed. Let it sit on the bottom, then give it a twitch as the first fish approaches.
Be stealthy on the boat, too. These fish can hear, see and even feel the approach of a boat. Jumping around onboard or dropping tackle on the deck can spook a school.
Salt Water Sportsman Seminar Series
If you want to hear more redfishing tips from Blythe, as well as more inshore and offshore advice from other Lowcountry captains, join us March 1 at the Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series.
The lecture series, which has taken place in Charleston for many years, returns to South Carolina this year at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Ballroom A/B, 1101 Lincoln St.
George Poveromo, television series host and editor-at-large for Salt Water Sportsman magazine, will headline the program, which runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
I'll be co-hosting the event with Poveromo. We'll trade off leading panels of coastal South Carolina fishing experts, including Blythe, Paul Godbout, David Wicker, Amy Little, Jim Clark, Jot Owens, Rob Ferris, Skipper Gentry and Jeffrey Liederman.
Topics will range from offshore trolling and bottom fishing to catching redfish, flounder, sheepshead, trout and cobia.
Tickets cost $55 and cover instruction, course textbook, one-year subscription to Salt Water Sportsman, a Roffer's Ocean Fishing Forecast Analysis, more gifts and the chance to win thousands of dollars in door prizes.
Register at nationalseminarseries.com.
Reach Matt Winter at (843) 937-5568 or email@example.com


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Community calendar
Calendar announcement deadline is 12 noon Thursday.
Eastside Women's Forum, Feb. 26, 6:30am, Bellevue Inn, reservation deadline Feb. 22, $12 members, $16 guests: 822-0300.
Woodinville Lions Club, Feb. 25, 7pm, Mt. View Community Center: 483-2693.
Northshore School Board, Feb. 24, Ricketts Bldg., 7:30pm: 489-6000.
Cottage Lake Children's Hospital Auxiliary, Feb. 21, 1pm, Sammamish Valley Grange: 483-2693.
Woodinville Historial Society, Feb. 20, 7:30pm, Towne Bank: 483-8270.
East King County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Feb. 19, 11:30am-1:30pm, $18.50: 455-1926.
PROBUS Club, Feb. 25, 10-11:30am, Redmond Senior Center: 869-8081.
Sammamish Valley Grange, Feb. 19, 7:30pm, 140th NE at Hollywood: 483-2693.
Kiwanis Club of Woodinville, every Thurs., 11:30am-12:30pm, Las Margaritas: 483-6466.
Business Network International Totem Lake Chapter, Brown Bag Restaurant, every Wed. morning, 7-8:30am: 481-2980.
Woodinville City Council, Mondays, 7pm, Sorenson: 489-2700.
Volunteers Needed
Meydenbauer Center needs volunteers for "Family Stage '97:" 637-1020.
Wildlife enthusiasts needed to help at HOWL Wildlife center in Lynnwood: 787-2500, ext. 808.
The American Cancer Society needs volunteers for "Relay for Life:" 1-800-729-5588.
Crisis Clinic of Seattle/King County needs volunteers for their phone lines, next training Mar. 8: 461-3210.
Volunteers needed for front desk receptionist, team support, and Medical Records Assistant, 6 mo. commitment required, Eastside Mental Health: 889-7136.
Volunteers needed to deliver meals and groceries to people with AIDS, giving rides, in-home helpers, Chicken Soup Bridgade: 726-SOUP.
Treehouse, needs volunteers for help with running programs for children in need: 767-7000.
The American Hiking Society needs volunteers to help build and restore foot trails in national parks, forests: 301-565-6704.
Multiple Sclerosis Association needs people to assist w/services, 2 hrs. per week:461-6914.
Cougar Mountain Zoo is seeking volunteers to fill spots as tour guides, lecture, and outreach speakers: 206-392-6278.
Hospice Volunteers needed, Visiting Nurses Services, 1997 training: 548-2402.
Homecare volunteers, help elderly remain living safe and healthy: 1-800-449-2221.
Northwest Kidney Centers, telephone answering, stocking shelves, providing administrative support: 206-292-5351.
Creative Kids Co-op, help for supervising preschool Tues.-Fri., 9:30am-11:45am: 402-0588.
The Sharehouse, gain experience in grant writing, fund development, newsletter production, network administration, and warehousing: 527-5956.
Bellevue Chamber Chorus, volunteers to assist in tasks to be done: 881-0445.
Cancer Lifeline, 24-hour hotline: 654-4141.
USO needs volunteers, military help (Army, Navy, Marines, etc.): 246-1908 or 589-8772.
American Cancer Society's 1997 Daffodil Days fundraiser: (206) 869-5588, ext. 129.
Saturday Sketches for Teens, 10am-noon, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Feb. 22, Galleries: 654-3121.
"Cartooning," Feb. 19-Apr. 16, 4-5:30pm, $80, Rosehill Community Center, Mukilteo: 290-9500.
Alateen, support groups: 625-0000.
Counseling groups for ages 6-16 who are or have experienced family divorce or separation, by Divorce Lifeline: 624-2959.
Youth Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-422-2552.
"Signs and Symptoms of Teen Drug/Alcohol Use & Abuse," Feb. 20, 7-8:30pm, Fairfax Hospital, Kirkland, free: 821-2000 ext. 304.
"Mommy and Me," for toddlers 24-36 mo. and parents, Mon. 9-11 am: 827-6940.
Childbirth Education Association of Seattle: 789-0883.
Women's Interests
Lobby Day/NOW, Feb. 24, Olympia, 9am: 360-491-5000.
"It's My Money: Women & Investing," $10, 5:30-7:45pm, Feb. 25, Mar. 5 & 13, 45th floor conference rm., Smith Barney's: 344-3552.
Women, Anger, and Depression, Feb. 19, 7-9pm, Eastside Mental Health, $40: 889-7127.
Business and Professional Women's Club, Feb. 19, 6:30-9pm, Redmond Inn, $18: 483-5985.
Business & Professional Women's Club, Feb. 26, 1-2:30pm, Il Bacio, Cleveland Square Shopping Center, $5: 885-9807.
Women's University Re-Entry Program: 685-1090.
Bellevue Community College, Courses: 641-2279.
Prenatal Classes: 789-0883.
"Moms & Moppets," Tues., 9-11:30am: 488-2500.
Al-Anon for Women, 12-1:30 pm: 640-1309.
Lutheran Social Services: 672-6009.
Drop-in Displaced Homemakers group, Tuesdays, 11:30-1 pm: 672-6309.
Men's Interests
Men's Growth Support Group, Mondays, 7-9pm: 609-5161.
Church, Religious Events
Meditation and Healing Workshop, Feb. 23, 1-3:30pm, Church of Divine Man, CDM Psychic Insitute: 258-1449.
Mara Liasson, free, First United Methodist Church, Feb. 27, 7:30pm: 543-2710 or 1-800-NPR-KPLU.
Bible Study, Tues., 9:30-11:30am; home study, Wed., 7:30-9pm: 316-8287.
Classes, Seminars, Workshops
Home Buyer Class, Feb. 26, 7-8:30pm, Bothell Library: 776-1119 or 1-800-818-6773.
GED Classes, free, North Seattle Community College, Lake City Family Center, Apr. 7-June 12: 527-7303.
"Public Speaking: It's Time to Overcome the Fear," Feb. 19, noon, Triton Union room 202A, Edmonds Community College: 640-1309.
"Financial Workshop for Individual Investors," Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, Apr. 3, 7-8:30pm, Woodinville Library: 487-0206.
Late Life Depression, Feb. 19, 10:30-11:30am, Community Center at Mercer View, $5: 236-3545.
Back in Shape, Feb. 26, 1-2:30pm, Main Bellevue Senior Center, $5: 455-7681.
Strength and Stretching, Feb. 27-Mar. 20, 1-2pm, Overlake's Outpatient Center, $30: 688-5811.
Bhutan, Land of the Thunder Dragon: Tea & Travel, Feb. 20, Seattle Asian Art Museum, 7pm, Activities Room: 654-3100.
"Invest in Your Health," Feb. 19; 6:30-8:30pm, $60, Eastside Mental Health: 889-7127 or 889-7130.
Sno-Isle Family History Writing Class, Thursdays, 1-3pm, Martha Lake Community Club: 338-7782.
Movement Awareness, Cancer Lifeline monthly workshop: 654-4141.
Business & Professional
Business Network International Totem Lake Chapter, Brown Bag Restaurant, every Wed. morning, 7-8:30am: 481-2980.
Your Business on the Internet, Weds., 6:30-8pm: 467-6999.
Northern Network, Fri., 7am: 486-2265.
Diamonds in the Rough Toastmasters Club, Thurs. 7-8pm: 486-8011.
Bothell-Woodinville Leads Club now forming: 485-6367.
Monroe-Snohomish Women's Leads Club, Wed., 7:15am: 568-1537.
LeTip, Sno-King Chapter, Wed., 7:06am: 488-1492.
Kirkland Group of Leads Club, Wed., 7:15am: 918-2695.
Leads Clubs: Kirkland (Co-Ed Division) Wed. at 7:15am: 861-7028; Monroe-Snohomish (Women's Division) Wed., 7:15am: 568-9808.
Kirkland (Women's) Chapter Leads Club now forming, Thurs. 7:15am: 688-3656.
Information session at S.U.'s Albers School of Business & Economics, every Wed., 4:30-5:30pm: 296-6114.
Bothell Chapter of LeTip Int'l, meets Thursdays, 7:16 to 8:31am: 486-4688.
Business Network Int'l Big Money Group meeting, Mondays, 12:30pm: 527-3213.
LeTip International, Woodinville Chapter, every Fri., 7:16-8:31am, call for free breakfast card: 821-3650 or 885-1595.
Wdvl. Co-Ed Leads Club: 775-8107.
"Custom Training for Business Skills," Northshore Ctr.: 485-8668.
Professional Women's Networking Group, Tues., 11:15am-12:30pm: 487-3001.
Forty Plus of Puget Sound, job search training and support, Tues., 7pm & Wed., 2pm, Bellevue: 450-0040.
Christian Businessmen's Committee, Fri., 6:30am: 481-5621 or 485-6211.
Enterprise Awards seeks entries from the Northwest's best-managed companies: 386-8691.
Cooking & Crafts
Spring Craft Show, Wagner Community Club, Monroe, Feb. 27-28; 10am-8pm, Mar. 1; 10am-6pm, free.
Ongoing Knitting and Spinning classes, 7pm: 206-806-8129.
"How to Get Rich...Compost, That Is," Feb. 22, 12-2pm, free, Smith & Hawken's Bellevue store: 881-6775.
Herbfarm classes: 784-2222.
WSU master gardeners at the Arboretum's Graham Visitors' Ctr., Sundays, noon-4pm: 325-4510.
Sundays at One, Washington Park Arboretum. Free tours: 543-6450.
Sports, Recreation, Outdoors
Cross Country Ski Classes, pre-registration required, $40: 556-2300.
City of Shoreline sponsors Drop-in Basketball for Women, Fridays, 7-9pm $2, Meridian Park School Gym: 546-5041.
Bellevue Community College Baseball, spring training camps in Feb. & Mar., 9-12 yr. olds, $35, BCC Athletic Fieldhouse: 206-641-2351.
City of Shoreline, A New Session of Affordable Aerobics, through Mar. 29, $7 per week: 546-5041.
AAU Washington Girls Basketball Winter League, thru Mar. 8, Grades 5-8: 670-8877.
International Snow Leopard Trust: 632-2421.
Special Events
20th Annual Glass Show and Sale, Feb. 22, 8:30am-5pm, Kent Commons, $2: 937-4104.
Heat Wave '97, Port Townsend, Feb. 21-22, Festival Pass $36: 360-385-3102 or 1-800-733-3608.
Delta's Pupil's Choice Essay Competition, prizes awarded, theme "A Star to Steer By," essay's due by March 1, 1997: 404-266-7578.
Florida Literary Guild, $1000 prize, deadline Feb. 27, 21 lines or less, send to: Florida Literary Guild, 3232 SW 35th Blvd., Suite 156, P.O. Box 147035, Gainesville, FL 32614-7035.
Celestial Arts, $1000 prize, religious poetry, deadline Mar. 4, 21 lines or less, send to: Celestial Arts, 1257 Siskiyou Blvd., Suite 4, Ashland, OR 97520.
"Building for Air Travel: Architecture and Design for Commercial Aviation," thru May 11, Museum of Flight, 10am-5pm, $8: 206-764-5720.
Sparrowgrass Poetry Forum, $500 prize, "Award of Poetic Excellence" contest, free to enter, 20 lines or less, Mar. 31 deadline: Sparrowgrass Poetry Forum, Dept. C, 609 Main St., P.O. Box 193, Sisterville, WV 26175-0193.
Poetry contest, sponsored by Texas Poetry Alliance, $1000 prize, deadline Feb. 19: send to 1712 E. Riverside Dr., Suite 147, Austin, TX 78741-1320.
Pooches in the Park, Sundays, noon-1pm, Seattle area parks: 787-2500, ext. 804.
Cougar Mtn. Zoological Park, Wed.-Sun., 10am-5pm: 391-5508.
Arts & Exhibits
27th Annual Spokane Western Art Show and Auction, Ridpath Hotel, Feb. 21-23, Fri.-Sat. 10am-10pm, Sun. 10am-4pm: 509-838-5847.
Quincy Anderson: "True Memories," Anderson Glover Gallery, Feb. 20-Apr. 6: 739-0303.
Topaze: 50 More Years of French Film Comedy, 7:30pm, Seattle Art Museum, Auditorium, Feb. 20: 654-3100.
Matisse, Picasso, and Friends: An Exhibition Overview, Feb. 20, 5:30pm, Seattle Art Museum, Auditorium: 654-3100.
1997 Seattle Art Auction, Seattle Goodwill, Feb. 23, noon: 329-1000.
1997 Pacific Northwest Arts Fair, Bellevue Art Museum, July 25-27, entries due by Feb. 28: 454-4102.
Tibetan Portrait: The Power of Compassion, showing through Mar. 16, Museum of History & Industry: 324-1126.
Entertainment, Auditions
Murder at Cafe Noir, Fridays and Saturdays, 8pm, Cascade Room, Seattle Bon Marche, $37: 206-324-8895.
Shoreline Community College, Opera Workshop Performances, Feb. 20-22, 8pm, Little Theater, $8 general, $7 students/seniors: 546-4606.
Miss Greek Pageant, Feb. 23, 6pm, Meany Theater, UW Campus, $15, or $10: 667-4149.
Mrs. Washington International Pageant, deadline Feb. 20, entry info: (509) 448-0966.
Sweet Adelines "Seattle Shores" chapter, 7pm, Tues. evenings, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church: 821-5257 or 481-5069.
Music, Dance
Ladies Musical Club, Feb. 23, 2pm, Frye Art Museum, free: 641-1457. Sleeping Lady & Icicle Creek Musical Center, $14, near Leavenworth: 800-574-2123 or 509-548-6344.
Live Big Band Dances, Seattle Center House, Sat. nights, lessons 7-8pm, dance 8-11pm: 684-7200.
Learn to square dance with Samena Squares, Juanita Community Club, 1st lesson w/lasagna dinner is free: 821-4466 or 885-2021.
Tango lessons, every Friday, 9am-1pm, $5, Velocity Dance Studio: 525-5928, 632-6570.
Tango lessons, every Sunday, 7:30-11pm, $5, Greenwood Masonic Hall: 784-3010.
Invest in Your Health, Feb. 19, 6:30-8:30pm: 889-7127.
Free women's health exams with mammogram and Pap tests, YWCA: 461-4868.
Evergreen Health: Breastfeeding Basics, Quilts of Comfort, Infant and Child CPR classes: 899-3000.
Free food, in-home help, and rides to medical appts. for people with AIDS: 328-8979.
Free women's health exams, mammogram, Pap tests, YWCA: 461-4868.
Kid Safety Plus and Infant and Child CPR classes, Evergreen Hosp.: 899-3000.
"When Hearing Aids Are Not Enough," free brochure: 800-458-4999.
Evergreen Hospital & Medical Ctr. and Community Health Care: 899-3000.
Free exams for prostate cancer, UW Urology Clinic, 12:30-3:30 pm every Thurs.: 548-8705.
Volunteers needed for research on memory loss, may receive up to $125, University of Washington: 206-582-8440 ext. 6930 or 206-764-2809.
UW seeks anyone 50 to 79 to measure levels of fat, paid $25: 287-2777.
UW seeking people ages 18-70 diagnosed w/diabetes in last year to participate in diabetes research: Sarah, 543-4543.
UW seeks men and women aged 20-45 with severe gum disease: 685-8132.
UW seeks women aged 20-50 feeling sad or fatigued, receive $25: 543-4090.
UW Research Ctr. needs patients with Alzheimer's: 764-2069.
MS information packet: 461-6914.
Special Care: The Art of Caring for Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease: 338-3000.
Edmond CC neighborhood clinic, Tuesdays from 6-10pm: 258-9283.
Meditation and healing classes: 258-1449.
Volunteers needed, women between 60 and 85 yrs. on estrogen replacement therapy, paid $100: 543-2845.
Multiple Sclerosis Assn.: 461-6914.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Thurs. mornings (483-2454); Tues. evenings (483-4548 or 487-8123).
Confidential consultations, Tuesdays, 8-11am, Women's Center: 672-6309.
Hydrotherapy class, Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am: 461-6914.
Eastside AIDS support group Tues., 3-4:30 pm: Ann Hay, 454-8055, Karen Kent, 827-9100.
Cancer Patients support group, Tues., 3-4:30 pm: 462-5261.
Post-menopausal women needed for calcium study: 685-1855.
Female volunteers needed for bone density study: 685-1855.
Support Groups
CODA, support group of co-dependent women, through Mar. 14, 7pm-8:30pm, Triton Union, Rm. 120, Edmonds Community College, free: 640-1309.
Multiple Sclerosis Association, needs people to assist w/services, 2 hrs. per week: 461-6914.
The Association for Children for Enforcement of Support (ACES), Wednesdays, Luther Memorial Church, 7-9pm: 1-800-537-7072 or 206-747-5990 ext. 3016.
Eating Disorders Northwest, Mondays, 7-8:30pm, University Presbyterian Church, University District: 206-685-5334.
DivorceCare, Saturdays, 7-8:30pm: 486-7777.
Overeaters Anonymous, Sat. in Wdvl.--John, 821-3638; Sun. in Bothell/Kirkland--Julie, 488-8547; Mon. in Bothell--Betsy, 483-5045; Info Line: 718-HALT.
Chronic Pain Anonymous Support, Thurs., 7-9pm: 235-1877.
Overeaters Anonymous: Bothell Adult Day Center, Mondays, 7-8:30pm; Saturdays, 8:30-10am: 488-8547.
Overlake Hospital Support Groups: 688-5000.
Solo Parent Peer Support, every other Thurs., 6:30-8:30pm: 364-7930.
Ongoing support group, Tues., Pathways for Women: 774-9843.
Teen Women Survivors support group. For teenage victims of sexual abuse: 485-6541.
Hot Flashes, Mondays, 7-8:30 pm. Menopause support group: 632-4747.
Nearest Al-Anon meetings: 625-0000.
Widowed Information & Consultation Services, drop-in, Mon. from 7:30pm, Family Services office: 246-6142.
Support for women who have been emotionally or physically abused by their partners, Tues., 6:30-8:30pm: 640-1039.
Singles Support Group: 788-3569.
Diabetic Support Group, Shoreline Senior Center: 727-6213.
Edmonds CC Support Groups: 640-1309.
Evening Support Group for victims of anxiety disorder forming in Sept: 481-2533.
Coda meetings, Monday nights 7:30-9pm: 486-5883.
Adult Children from Dysfunctional Families: 324-7723.
Adult Children of Sexual Trauma Anonymous: 823-2777.
Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse: 546-2411.
Al-Anon: 625-0000.
Alateen: 625-0000.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 454-1505 or 587-2838.
Alzheimer's Family: 821-9500.
Caregivers: 488-4821; 821-9500.
Caregivers: 827-9100.
Chronic Lung Disease: 899-3000.
Cocaine Anonymous: 722-6117.
Coda-Codependency Anonymous: 487-2441.
Evergreen Stroke Assoc.: 487-2441.
Family Caregivers: 821-9500.
Grief & Loss: 326-4265.
Grief Recovery: 485-9710.
Hearing Loss: 486-2564.
HIV positive support group for women: 640-1309.
Lesbians: 640-1309.
Narcotics Anonymous: 329-1618.
Older Adult Peer Support Group: 827-9100.
Overeaters Anonymous: 788-5890.
Partners of Incest Survivors: 821-4986.
Renewal--Positive Attitudes, Evergreen Hospice, 899-2264.
Self discovery through journal writing: 640-1309.
Sharing and Caring: 486-4564.
Vietnam Veterans: 392-0262.
Vision Loss: 486-4564.
Women of Domestic Violence: 885-1480.


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Welcome to the Myton House Farm, where you can be sure of a warm welcome!
Manager: Julie Foster
Ingleby Barwick, Stockton On Tees, Cleveland, TS17 0WB 01642 751308 firstname.lastname@example.com
Formally a farm house, the Myton House farm is situated in the centre of Ingleby Barwick. This open planned establishment offers a range of hand pulled beers to lagers from around the world. Our south facing beer garden, offers the chance for our customers to enjoy the fresh air and with our wide range of seating available, as well our play area for the children.
With us slowly introducing full table service, why not join us and browse through our grill menu, check out our special board and sit back and relax.
Join us for either business meetings or just catching up with friends, the Myton House Farm offers the space and service to cater for all needs.
Not forgetting our music quiz for all you music fanatics out there, come along and test your knowledge from 9pm every Wednesday.


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It's space time! Who else is excited?
Tonight, we'll get to see one whole circuit of the glob from space, interacting with the astronauts in the International Space Station live.
If you've enjoyed Channel 4's Space Season, why not take a look at these memorable space movies.
We've also collected 14 out of this world facts about space that will blow your mind here.
Houston, we're ready for you...
* Let us know what you think of tonight's show by tweeting us @MirrorTVNEws or by commenting below.
Wow, we're already stunned at these breathtaking shots... and also feeling a little sick.
It's like being on a very very high rollercoaster. Or like we are standing on the ceiling.
The camera work and sound quality is a little dodgy, but they are broadcasting live from space, so we can forgive them.
Besides, there are worse things than hearing Dermot O'Leary's voice repeated.
In shocking news, our astronaut guide's favourite view from space is the Bahamas.
So even from space, beautiful places look beautiful.
But now, Mike Massimino is back. Yay! He's probably been our favourite astronaut this week. if we're allowed favourites.
"Our planet is like a paradise from space," says Mike. At this point, it's hard to argue.
But then you can't see Justin Bieber from space, so that helps.
So, coming up tonight we'll get a real look at what it takes to become an astronaut and what it's actually like.
We'll also lap the planet and get to see Great Britain from space.
Is anyone else getting the urge to paint their living room in a space blue?
Even Mike and Dermot are wearing blue.
Maybe Dulux are sponsoring the show to get rid of some extra stock they've got sitting around.
Desperately want to be experiencing zero gravity right now, it looks pretty fun. Although, we're sure it would get old fast!
Imagine never being able to feel your feet on the ground
Now we get to see film showing the astronauts travel up to the ISS - I can't even imagine how scary hearing countdown must be.
Ignition. LIFT OFF!
"That is quite a journey to work," says Dermot.
Koichi and Rick admit it's an incredible trip, as Koichi explains it can take a few days to get used to the zero gravity.
But he adds, "the transition is really smooth," like moving to a new house.
Russian astronaut Mikhail has popped up now and it looks a lot like they are all on a very slow motion trampoline.
The most expensive object ever built is… #SpaceLive #ISS pic.twitter.com/BnS9IoYh4n— Live from Space (@SpaceLive) March 16, 2014
It's incredible how clear these shots of Earth are - you can see the snow on top of the Andes.
Plus, we just got an amazing look at the moon 'rising' and the orange colours as sun sets.
"I did tear up a bit, looking at the Earth. But in space if you cry, surface tension keeps it on the surface of your skin," says Mike.
That is until you cry TOO much and it starts floating around.
Right, that's it, my brain has packed in. Mike is doing a really good job of explaining everything but it's just too complicated.
Apparently we can't see the sunset, we can see the spin of the Earth. Which is not the same thing.
And from one mind-blowing experience to another. Well, an astronaut on the loo.
Yes, we are inside the ISS toilet talking about how to recycle wee.
16 sunrises and 16 sunsets every 24 hours and look at those gorgeous colours.
Incredible views now, showcasing a collection of images taken from space.
Suni says: "Clouds are actually amazing from space because you know the atmosphere is alive."
But it's the lightening storms and Northern Lights that look really phenomenal.
Rick is ALSO saying that the Caribbean is the best view from space.
Mikael has just pointed out that at first it's quite odd seeing no borders and no names written on countries when you look down at the planet.
Quite a lovely thought, really.
We will shortly lose signal with the ISS, but Dermot assures us this is totally normal. Phew.
While that's happening, Derm is walking us around Mission Control in Houston.
Still love the fact everyone that works there wears ear pieces like in the movies.
Sure, cold callers where ear pieces too, but it looks kind of different when the person wearing it is surrounded by gadgets and satellite images.
Apparently the ISS is the third brightest object in the sky after the the Sun and the Moon.
These images of Cornwall are very cool, but would it really hurt just to flip the image so it's the right way up?
In daylight, you could almost imagine the Earth was uninhabited. Very odd.
#SpaceLive: Lap Of The Planet lands on @Channel4 at 7:30pm. Marvel at Earth's beauty through the eyes of astronauts. pic.twitter.com/h42WO1CGEN— Live from Space (@SpaceLive) March 16, 2014
If you haven't seen Gravity yet and you don't mind spending the entire film with every muscle in your body tensed, you really should.
But how realistic is it?
Lark Howarth, who works at Nasa, says if any of the 'space junk' orbiting the planet changed course, it would be devastating.
Lark, aka Mr Positive, also has to try and check none of the junk hits the ISS.
It's very difficult not to hope we might see some sign of missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 tonight.
But seeing the planet from space it really does hit home what a mammoth task the search is.
I'm not sure anything could look as simultaneously tiny and immense as Earth does from space.
Incredible footage of the 9/11 attacks from space - sends shivers down your spine.
"I just want the folks in New York to know their city still looks very beautiful from space."
This isn't a screengrab from EastEnders. It's a stunning overhead view of London taken from the ISS. #SpaceLive pic.twitter.com/vjlkWuO6D2— Live from Space (@SpaceLive) March 16, 2014
Rick's son has tweeted the show asking him to say hello! How amazing to think his kids are at home seeing their son wave from space.
"I spend more time talking to my kids up here than I do down there," jokes Rick.
Rick, you are brilliant.
It's incredible to think they have email, social media and phones all the way up there.
Some shocking pictures of the Amazon rainforest from space - so sad to see how quickly it is disappearing.
Professor Stephen Hawking and the astronauts are sharing their thoughts on the future of Earth.
Hawking says: "I fear for our future. Our planet is threatened with an ever-expanding population and only finite resources."
He adds: "If our species is to survive it is imperative we voyage out into the blackness of space with the determination to colonize new worlds across the cosmos."


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