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MARJAH, Afghanistan—As Capt. Anthony Zinni monitored a live video feed from a Predator drone circling overhead, he spotted four men planting a booby trap in the middle of the road here.
For Capt. Zinni, one of the officers responsible for approving airstrikes in the nine-day-old battle for Marjah, it seemed like an easy call: The men were digging a hole alongside a road where a Marine supply convoy was scheduled to pass within hours. But just as he was about to give the order to strike, Capt. Zinni spotted even-smaller white figures on the video running along the path south of the canal.
Children. Maybe 50 feet from the men planting the booby trap. "It's not a good shot," Capt. Zinni said, ordering the Predator drone to delay the strike. "It's not a good shot."
The 45 minutes that followed help illustrate why it is taking coalition forces so long to secure this hotly contested part of Afghanistan.
As the biggest coalition offensive since the Taliban government fell in 2001 enters its second week, allied officials on Sunday said it could take at least a month to secure Marjah and Helmand province as troops here meet pockets of unusually stiff resistance. U.S. and Afghan troops were converging Sunday on a western quarter of Marjah, officials said, where a group of remaining Taliban had concentrated and were apparently making a stand.
The town of 75,000 has been under Taliban control for years. Allied commanders know they won't be able to persuade Marjah residents that the Afghan government deserves their support if the troops kill the friends and relatives of the very people they're trying to win over.
Such civilian casualties have been a constant source of tension between the Afghans and the international forces. On Saturday, Afghan President Hamid Karzai urged coalition troops to redouble their efforts to avoid killing innocents in Marjah, where at least 19 civilians have reportedly died in clashes between insurgents and combined U.S.-Afghan force.
Last year, U.S. Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal, the top allied commander in Afghanistan, issued a directive restricting air attacks on homes, making the strategic call that it's better to let a few insurgents escape than alienate the Afghan public by inflicting civilian casualties.
That makes for a delicate mission for young officers such as Capt. Zinni, who daily must make instantaneous decisions between action that could save the lives of their fellow Marines and inaction that could save the lives of Afghan civilians. Between winning the battle and losing the war.
When Capt. Zinni spotted the four men planting the booby trap on the afternoon of Feb. 17, the first thing he did was call his lawyer.
"Judge!" he yelled.
Capt. Matthew Andrew, judge advocate for 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, advises the battalion about when it is legal to order the airstrikes. He examined the figures on the video feed closely. "I think you got it," Capt. Andrew said, giving the OK for the strike.
Capt. Zinni, 35 years old, grew up among Marines—his father is retired Gen. Anthony C. Zinni, former commander of all U.S. forces in the Middle East—and always seemed destined for the Corps.
These days he works from a frontline command post created where three armored vehicles park back to back, with a ceiling of camouflage nets, a forest of antennas and cots for desks.
The Marines watch almost constant video feeds from unmanned aircraft, including Predators armed with Hellfire missiles and piloted remotely by crews at an Air Force base near Las Vegas. The suspected insurgents were digging on a road that ran along the north bank of a wide canal, part of an elaborate irrigation system built with U.S. aid money in the 1950s.
Knowing that the Marine convoy was due to pass over the spot in a couple of hours added pressure to the decision about whether to strike.
Homemade bombs—buried in the roads, concealed in walls, rigged to doorways, hanging from trees—are the major cause of allied casualties in Afghanistan, and coalition commanders say they've never seen a minefield of improvised explosive devices, IEDs, worse than Marjah's.
Once Capt. Zinni spotted the children and called off the strike, Capt. Andrew loitered behind the Marines at the monitors, pondering the situation. "We have to separate the insurgents from the people," he said. "If we just bomb the hell out of everything, we'll have a hard time doing that." But the Marjah battlefield was constantly changing, with insurgents and civilians often in close proximity.
"If we can ensure there aren't any kids around, you have a good shot," he told Capt. Zinni.
On a cot nearby, Lance Cpl. José Guzman-Berrios, a 19-year-old from Carolina, Puerto Rico, was monitoring chat messages pouring in from the Predator mission commander in Nevada. "Children are out of view 30 meters down the road walking west," Lance Cpl. Guzman-Berrios read aloud.
Even though the children were out of view, the battalion operations officer, Maj. John Harris, worried they could be hit by the airstrike, erasing whatever goodwill the Marines were accumulating by ousting the Taliban. "The last thing I want to do is kill kids," he said. "Once it's confirmed there are no friendlies, it's approved."
The children, however, soon walked back into view on the screens, pacing along the path south of the canal.
Capt. Andrew suggested that a show-of-force—a loud, low pass by a helicopter or jet—might scare the men into bolting for the compound, or, at least, interrupt their work. "Or they might go into a field, and we may be able to kill them," Maj. Harris added.
Capt. Zinni had seen this scenario before in Marjah. Insurgents using women and children for cover as they moved weapons or crossed open spaces into fighting positions in buildings. In this case, the captain was certain that the children were acting—either by their own volition or under coercion—as shields for the men planting the bomb.
The way the Taliban see it, he thought, they'd win either way: The Americans might hold their fire and allow them to plant a bomb unmolested. Or the Americans might kill a few civilians, a propaganda victory for an insurgent force increasingly adept at using the media to spread its message.
"We're not going to be able to hit this," Capt. Zinni concluded. He ordered the Predator pilot to keep an eye on the men. Maybe they'd lead the Marines back to their commander's position. Or maybe they'd make a mistake and leave through an area clear of civilians.
Then came a chat message from the Predator mission commander in Las Vegas: "There are no more civilians in the area. Three people in the road at this time."
"No children?" Maj. Harris said. "Strike 'em."
Capt. Alex Ramthun, a 31-year-old Harrier jump-jet pilot in charge of talking to the Predator pilot, passed him the order: "Strike approved, strike approved, strike approved."
But the children returned. "Two children on the opposite side of the canal, approximately 15 meters," came the message from Las Vegas.
The pilot aborted the attack run and continued to circle.
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"It's not worth the risk," agreed Capt. Zinni. "They're doing this on purpose. Wait for them to go out in a field."
Capt. Ramthun relayed Capt. Zinni's decision to the Predator pilot. "Shot is no longer authorized," he said.
That evening, the scheduled Marine supply convoy rambled down the dirt road. Warned of the booby trap, the vehicles stopped short of the spot where the men were seen digging. The Marines removed a buried triggering device, set to detonate the explosives when a vehicle passed. As is often the case, the Taliban had been working in shifts, with one team responsible for digging the hole and planting the trigger, and another team detailed to bury and connect the homemade explosives.
On Friday, the Marines spotted three men digging on the same road. This time there were no civilians around.
A Marine attack helicopter blasted them with cannon fire.
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New Manchester City recruit Emmanuel Adebayor has blamed his decision to leave Arsenal on his poor relationship with the club's fans.
The Togo international was booed by sections of the Gunners faithful last term after a summer which saw him strongly linked with a move from the Emirates Stadium.
AC Milan were favourites then but no move materialised.
Instead, Adebayor claims the supporters' reaction to the rumours merely ensured he would leave this year, with City on hand with a reported £25million transfer fee.
Adebayor said: 'The way the fans behaved towards me was not nice at all. I can't understand why they were after me. I did my best for them and I was very happy there.
'I scored 30 goals in a season - it's not my fault that Milan, Barcelona or Real Madrid wanted to sign me.
'In any summer, Barcelona try to sign Cesc Fabregas. But the fans never turned on him.'
Adebayor's arrival at Eastlands, along with fellow strikers Roque Santa Cruz and Carlos Tevez, has already seen Felipe Caicedo leave the club on a year-long loan to Sporting Lisbon and reports suggest Bulgaria forward Valeri Bojinov could be next to go.
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― Sarah McMane
I haven't had a good laugh like that in ages.
Everybody, soon or late, sits down to a banquet of consequences.
~Robert Louis Stevenson
My favorite:
"I was just masturbating and it's SO relaxing..."
"OMG! I meant menstruating"
"No less awkward"
"OMFG! Meditating! What is wrong with this phone???"
who even puts 'ubersexual' in the dictionary of a phone?
Can't remember what I was typing, but I've gotten that autocorrect too. Seriously, why?
"Yeah I have the penis"
"Effing penis not penis"
"Never mind"
I hadn't even replied haha
I had another one saying "the hotdog's online" i was like 'huh?" The reply was just "i hate this phone" haha
Oh and I texted my sister "He won't want to come- he's more into rape music" - epic fail.
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FinalTouch 2.0 for Mac OS X is a real-time tool for professional colorists to color-correct and fine-tune movies using OpenGL API-based 32-bit per channel imaging. FinalTouch supports ATI video cards with rendering done in off-screen memory using 32-bit floating point precision support for shaders. FinalTouch will host the "Final Touch - The Gathering of Hollywood's Colorists" BOF on Thursday August 4.
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Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne is actually the third game in the series, which first appeared on the Super Famicom. Remakes of the first two titles were recently released in Japan for the PlayStation and Game Boy Advance. While Nocturne continues the series' tradition of a modern-day post-apocalyptic setting, demonic overtones and mature themes, the PlayStation 2 version brings it into the next-generation of gaming with mind-blowing graphics and refinement of the gameplay system.
Set in post-apocalyptic Tokyo, the game begins as nearly the entire population of the world is annihilated by a global catastrophe called the Conception. Now, the fate of the entire world lies on the shoulders of one boy, who must battle his way through opposing demonic forces and shape the world to come… or destroy it
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Gonzaga, of Ludlow, announced Thursday via his Facebook page that he has been released from the UFC - the world's foremost mixed martial arts organization.
"Official now - Out of UFC," said Gonzaga, who will now focus on teaching Brazilian jiu jitsu with the Ludlow-based Team Link. "Thanks for all your support - back to normal life and BJJ forever."
Gonzaga, 31, lost a unanimous decision to Brendan Schaub last Saturday – his third setback in his last four UFC outings. That streak of bad luck most likely led to the release. Gonzaga (11-6) made himself an international star by knocking out Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic in April 2007, which gave him an unsuccessful heavyweight title shot against Randy Couture four months later.
Since the Couture defeat, Gonzaga appeared on the verge of getting his UFC release several times after lackluster outings. Every time, though, he followed up with a victory to keep his spot in a deep UFC heavyweight division. Gonzaga nearly got back in the championship hunt but lost a March 2009 match to Shane Carwin, after being in control for most of the bout. Carwin went on to face then-champion Brock Lesnar earlier this year.
While Gonzaga seems content with teaching BJJ and furthering his interests in computers, it would be interesting to see if another MMA organization - such as Strikeforce - would have a desire to sign him to a contract.
The success of Fabricio Werdum - who has defeated Gonzaga twice - since leaving the UFC could be enticing to Gonzaga. Werdum beat the virtually unbeatable Fedor Emelianenko earlier this year, and matchups with both men would be intriguing for Gonzaga.


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National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
National Institutes of Health
Director, National Toxicology Program
Department of Health and Human Services
VA Disability Compensation: Presumptive Disability Decision-Making
Committee on Veterans' Affairs
United States Senate
Thursday September 23, 2010
Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of the Committee—I am pleased to appear before you today to present testimony on the relationship between dioxin exposure and the risk of ischemic heart disease. My name is Linda Birnbaum; I am the Director of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), of the National Institutes of Health, an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services, and Director of the National Toxicology Program (NTP), an interagency program, housed at NIEHS, whose mission is to evaluate agents of public health concern by developing and applying tools of modern toxicology and molecular biology. The program maintains an objective, science-based approach in dealing with critical issues in toxicology and is committed to using the best science available to prioritize, design, conduct, and interpret its studies.
Understanding the role that environmental and occupational exposures play in the development of chronic diseases can be challenging, particularly for diseases that have significant risk factors in addition to the chemical exposure. Thus, the task of estimating the quantitative role of Agent Orange and dioxin exposure in the development of ischemic heart disease in Vietnam Veterans is clouded by the contributions of other risk factors such as age, smoking, family history, body mass index, serum lipid concentrations, and other factors. In 2008, my colleagues and I published a systematic review that evaluated the evidence of an association between dioxin exposure and cardiovascular disease mortality in humans.1 We found that the studies in the highest-quality group found consistent and significant dose-related increases in ischemic heart disease mortality and concluded that there is an association between dioxin exposure and mortality from ischemic heart disease and cardiovascular disease.
Similarly, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) concluded in 2008 that there is limited or suggestive evidence of an association between Agent Orange or dioxin exposure and ischemic heart disease. The IOM based this decision on an approach that used all the available data from epidemiological, toxicological, and mechanistic studies. There are several challenges and limitations of the toxicological and epidemiological studies. In experimental animals, dioxin increases the severity and incidence of cardiomyopathy that is already present in aging rats. Similarly in humans, dioxin is not causing a unique cardiovascular disease, but increases the risk of developing ischemic heart disease, which has a significant background incidence. Thus there are a number of other risk factors that can influence the development of this disease. The epidemiological studies that the IOM evaluated and considered in their recommendations for ischemic heart disease varied considerably in their attempts to adjust or control for all the major risk factors of ischemic heart disease, such as, age, smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. It should be noted that few of the studies attempted to control for all of these major risk factors. Also, the epidemiological studies have not attempted to compare the attributable risks of developing ischemic heart disease from dioxins to these other risk factors and have not reported the data in a manner that would allow the quantification of these comparisons. It may be possible to obtain some of this data and reanalyze it in order to address these questions. However, at present this analysis is not available.
The timing of exposure is another question that arises in evaluating risk. The window of possible exposure during service in Vietnam adds a level of uncertainty to the actual exposure estimates that are based on blood levels measured much later on. It is also unclear from the studies available to us how much risk remains many years after exposure. At least one study, the Australian Department of Veterans Affairs study of Vietnam War Veterans in that country, observed a pattern of increased risk for ischemic heart disease with time.2 In contrast, while there was an increase in the incidence of cardiovascular disease in Seveso, Italy, shortly after the 1976 accident there that resulted in widespread dioxin exposure, this effect dissipated over time.3
A number of review activities in this area, by different agencies of the U.S. Government as well as the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and the IOM, have generated comprehensive reviews of the risks of dioxin exposure. For instance, In 2008, the EPA released a literature search entitled "2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-P-Dioxin (TCDD) Dose-Response Studies: Preliminary Literature Search Results and Request for Additional Studies", as part of an ongoing update of the Dioxin Reassessment. This literature search was reviewed by an outside panel of experts at a workshop to ensure that the all appropriate studies were identified, with special emphasis on the latest literature. The summary from this workshop, held on February 18-20, 2009, in Cincinnati, Ohio, was released by the EPA in June 2009. In addition, the IOM's report entitled Veterans and Agent Orange: Update 2008 also provides a comprehensive and reliable source for the most current data on the health risks of dioxin exposure.
Thank you for inviting me to testify. I would be happy to answer any questions.
[1] Humblet O, Birnbaum L, Rimm E, Mittleman MA, Hauser R. 2008. Dioxins and cardiovascular disease mortality. Environ Health Perspect 116:1443-1448.
[2] ADVA (Australian Department of Veterans Affairs). 2005b. The Third Australian Vietnam Veterans Mortality Study 2005. Canberra, Australia: Department of Veterans' Affairs.
[3] Consonni D, Pesatori AC, Zocchetti C, Sindaco R, D'Oro LC, Rubagotti M, Bertazzi PA. 2008. Mortality in a population exposed to dioxin after the Seveso, Italy, accident of 1976: 25 years of follow-up. American Journal of Epidemiology 167(7):847-858.
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The Facebook app can randomly select a name from the database of America's war fallen, once the user chooses a war. Alternatively, the user can insert a name themselves if they want to honor someone they personally knew.
Once done, their status will read: "In honor of Memorial Day, I am dedicating my status in remembrance of [name] who was killed in the [war name[. Wherever you are at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, pause for the National Moment of Remembrance."
The National Moment of Remembrance is at 3 PM local time nationwide. Americans are asked to unite to honor our war dead with a moment of silence.
The Facebook application, which officially went live on Memorial Day, is being promoted on other government and U.S. military Facebook pages including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Dept. Of Defense, Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen, the White House and U.S. President Barack Obama.


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Several weeks ago, we noted that "The Great Debate" by National Affairs editor Yuval Levin was on our nightstand, stating:
"Levin provides an interesting contrast of the principles and ideals that split Burkeans, who are more reactionary in nature, with followers of Paine, who believe that radical change may be necessary, even if such change represents radicalism back towards first principles of government and civil society."
For those who want to learn more about this book, there is an insightful interview between the author, Yuval Levin, and the National Review's Jonah Goldberg over at C-SPAN. We cut this interesting clip on Levin describing the so-called "great debate" between Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine in his own words.
Be sure to check out the whole thing.


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The Sporthotel Igls has been in our programme for many years. Regular guests enjoy the first class service and the excellent cuisine in this elegant country-house hotel which is located in the heart of Igls.
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Location Location Location. Sal Beach Club is located on the beach in Santa Maria. Recently renovated into a charming bar & restaurant with guest accommodation on the upper level. All rooms have stunning sea views as you can see from the photos and share the huge sea facing terrace where guests can sip a cold refreshing beer from the bar or dine alfresco from the fantastic menu selection starting at just 5E. Sal Beach Club has a varied selection of refreshments served daily from 9am till late. Seriously speaking beach holidays do not come any better than this with the added advantage of the Bar/Restaurant/Pool Sun Beds on site and at an affordable price. Sal Beach Club is a unique holiday experience; there is no other like for like accommodation of this type in Cape Verde. This is the only on the beach accommodation here in Santa Maria combining, beach front location, guest accommodation, bar, restaurant, pool and sunbeds all under one roof and only seconds from the crystal clear waters that lap gently onto the beach right in front of you. All guests who book Sal Beach Club receive 15% of food and drinks during your holiday.
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Sal is a place of dramatic contrasts from its sapphire-blue seas and porcelain-white sands to its honey-coloured lunar landscape. Clinging to the isle's southern shores is the charismatic resort of Santa Maria. As soon as you clap eyes on this seaside town, you can't help but be captivated by its mismatched charm – it's like discovering a Hollywood western film set but laced with vibrantly coloured houses and a stunning snow-white beach to boot. It's an eclectic mix of the old and the modern and you're sometimes not sure whether you've found a shop or a bar until you poke your head in to find a friendly smile welcoming you in. Take a leisurely stroll through the cobbled streets where you'll find everything from trendy surf shops to colourful cafés and restaurants. Sit in the square and enjoy an al fresco meal or a freshly brewed coffee as you watch people wander by. Dive head first into watersports galore, such as surfing, windsurfing and diving. Or simply sink into the 8km of duvet-soft sands that dissolve into the translucent waters. As the sun blasts its last fiery red rays across the sky, grab a table at a beachside eatery and sample the delicious island cuisine such as tuna cooked to a spicy local recipe. End your evening in one of the lively bars or head to a disco and swing your hips to sizzling Cape Verdian beats. Santa Maria is, quite simply, the life.
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Cross country finishes strong at Bellevue Invitational
The Mercer Island boys and girls varsity cross country teams finished in sixth and 14th place, respectively, at the Bellevue Invitational on Saturday at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah.
The boys team earned sixth place with 146 points overall, while the girls team finished 14th with 223 points. The Eisenhower girls team finished in first place and the Bellevue boys team captured first place in the boys finals.
During the meet, the races were broken up into flight times based on runners' previous performances due to the sheer number of runners and schools involved.
In the fastest boys flight race, Mercer Island's Aaron Elefson finished 20th with a time of 16:43, and Nick Ford was 21st with a time of 16:45. Senior Molly O'Callahan finished 22nd in the girls fastest flight race with a time of 20:08, while Stephanie Pedreira was 36th with a time of 20:49.
Islander co-head coach Erica Hill said the girls team leader, Lindsay Benster, did not compete in the invitational because she was taking part in the Stanford Invitational in Palo Alto over the weekend. Hill said she finished 33rd overall with a time of 19:27.
In the second flight race, Wil Clausen finished 11th in 17:01, while his teammate Zoe Spranger, was 31st in 21:58. In that same race James Kashima finished 36th with a time of 17:56, and Gabrielle Goyette was 46th with a time of 23:44.
The third flight race featured Mercer Island's Leo Phillips, who posted a seventh-place finish in 17:17, while Robbie Frankel was 13th in 17:33. Julia Davis also finished the same flight in 21:49, and Carly Andersen was 22nd with a time of 22:00.
Hill said the team has been suffering from some sickness, and the runners just haven't been at 100 percent lately.
"The boys team, finishing sixth, was an outstanding finish," she said after the race. She added that, with Benster gone and others out sick, it was a chance for other members of the team to step up.
"It was a good wake up call ... if we want to get to the postseason," said Hill. The team will be focusing on what it can do to achieve those goals.
Hill also said that while the team is strong when it comes to pack running, this meet was not one in which it could really showcase that strength given the way it was set up, but that it is something which will be a benefit during the rest of the season.
In the boys open race, Daniel Vu posted the Islanders' top time, completing the 5,000-meter race in 18 minutes and 55 seconds for 19th place. Junior Tyler Goolsby finished 31st with a time of 19:26, while senior Charlie Landsman was 36th overall with 19:37.
In the girls open race, Mercer Island freshman Kaya McRuer finished in fourth place overall with a time of 23:44. The next Islander to cross the finish line was sophomore Alana Osborne, who earned 72nd with a time of 27:42.
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FLINT, Michigan -- The former manager of the city's senior centers is suing Flint for reverse discrimination, claiming she was let go because she is white.
Tina Conley, also a Burton councilwoman, filed the lawsuit March 12 in Genesee Circuit Court, about a month after she was let go. The lawsuit seeks more than $50,000 and claims that her gender also was a factor in her dismissal.
In one of his first moves after taking office in February, temporary Mayor Michael Brown swept out Conley and a number of other employees who were part of former Mayor Don Williamson's administration.
Williamson resigned in February.
"They got rid of her because she's a white woman and one of the Williamson appointees," said Tom Pabst, Conley's attorney. "She was doing a great job. Everybody loved her."
Brown denied that race or gender was a factor in the cutbacks.
"Absolutely not," said Brown, who is white.
Pabst said Conley, who was earning about $40,000 to $45,000 per year as the senior centers director, was replaced by a black man.
Pabst said he believes Brown was being pressured to hire blacks over whites.
"Race is not supposed to be a factor," Pabst said.
Brown said he's not going to get into the specifics of the case, but he said there were two reasons why employees were let go: for budgetary reasons or because Williamson did not follow proper procedures when making the appointments.
"That's as much as I'm going to say," Brown said. "We're not going to try this case in the newspaper."
Pabst said Brown at first tried to tell Conley that she was being laid off due to the city's general fund budget woes.
He said when Conley pointed out that she was being paid from the county's senior millage fund, not the general fund, Brown did not have a response for why she was being laid off.
City Attorney Angela Watkins said she filed a motion with Genesee Circuit Judge Richard Yuille to dismiss the case.
"We don't believe there's any merit to the case," said Watkins, who declined to comment further.
Conley could not be reached for comment Monday evening.


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Despite being in an industry so focused on image, Perth's style set went incognito tonight in the name of charity for the masquerade-themed Perth Fashion Festival VIP closing night Giving Back is the New Black.
A night filled with glamour, charity and of course style concluded the 14th annual festival.
Following a more laid-back week of 36 ticketed, free and invitation-only events — down from last year's 40 – the well-heeled crowd took a final opportunity to bring out the glamour big guns.
Invited guests including Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi, Basil Zempilas, Tonya and Malcolm McCusker, Ruth Tarvydas, Wheels and Dollbaby's Melanie Greensmith, and Zhivago designer Lydia Tsvetnenko dressed up to the nines, finishing off their outfits with an array or masks for the swanky soiree.
The unique and intimate evening at Government House celebrated the local fashion industry's most respected and recognisable designers, showcasing their interpretation of the classic black dress in a bespoke runway show.
Seventeen accomplished and up-and-coming WA labels that took part included Tarvydas, Wheels & Dollbaby, Poppy Lissiman, Zhivago, Morrison, One Fell Swoop, Ae'lkemi and Ellery.
As guests descended the stairs into the Government House Supper Club, WA Academy of Performing Arts students dressed up as Karl Lagerfeld, Anna Wintour and fake paparazzi made everyone feel like they were walking into New York Fashion Week.
Masked performers gave an impromptu absurdist choreographed catwalk in the middle of the room as guests sipped well-earned beverages.
The crowd then moved inside the decadent Government House Ballroom complete with its regal candelabras and red carpets.
With a drumroll by the masked WAAPA students, a former face of the festival - model Sarah Pauley - opened the runway show in a sheer mesh gown by Ae'lkemi.
Models with cotton-candy beehives and mesh masks zig-zagged between the rows of seats in the first of two parades showing off the black gowns.
The dresses will be auctioned off in a silent online auction to raise money for Ready to Work, a charity that supports disadvantaged, disabled and long-term unemployed women to enter the workforce.
The public will have a chance to see a selection of the designs on display at the Claremont Quarter from tomorrow until October 14.
Following the dramatic runway show, MC and model Elise Carr introduced the speakers, Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi and Tonya McCusker.
A second parade featuring colourful outfits by designers who appeared at PFF closed the show in spectacular fashion, marking the final catwalk show of this year's festival.


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Syracuse, NY -- When one -- one meaning "me" -- cannot even get the registration window sticker out of ITS packaging, it's time for a revolution.
Read on...
From Retailing Today:
Amazon keeps it frustration-free
SEATTLE , Wash. -- Amazon.com announced the addition of new toys to its Frustration-Free Packaging lineup, www.amazon.com/frustration-free, giving customers a broader selection of "easy-to-open" toys for the winter holidays. Fisher-Price and Mattel have added 10 top new toys, including the Matchbox Mega Rig Pirates Ship, Little Mommy Walk & Giggle doll and Fisher-Price GeoTrax Timbertown Railway track set.
Several other top toy manufacturers have joined the initiative, including LeapFrog, Melissa & Doug, Sprig, V Tech and Wild Planet.
Amazon's Frustration-Free Packaging initiative is part of the company's effort to improve packaging, provide a better customer experience and create more environmentally friendly packaging options. Amazon introduced its Frustration-Free Packaging in November 2008 and the growing selection of its Frustration-Free products, along with the packaging feedback tool, can be found at www.amazon.com/frustration-free.
Amazon customers can also provide feedback on both Amazon's and manufacturers' packaging and also rate the ease with which they can open manufacturers' original packaging. Since these features launched in March, tens of thousands of customers have provided valuable feedback.
My comments: "Blister packaging" and the like has been annoying me for so long that I've all but given up. I know why it's there: to cut down on shoplifting, and-or to display smaller items more effectively. And to call attention to smaller items, such as memory cards for cameras and phones.
It makes sense that an online retailer with the might of Amazon.com can take this bull by the horns. Until and unless they start opening bricks-and-mortar stores, they don't have that nasty shoplifting problem.
Its great to see Amazon.com started this a year ago with toys, and is expanding that option. That will make holidays even more special when kids can open their own packages.
On to....
* cnyfella: "As for Fairmount, the the biggest rumors have been Tim Hortons, Red Robin and Olive Garden. If Tim doesn't come in, and if I'm correct in my hunch that it won't be Olive Garden because the available space is too small. I guess that leaves the Robin. Of course, you never know, it might be somebody else nobody has thought of. If Tim Hortons is considering the Western Lights area. The corner spot where the 'highest gas prices in the county' Mobil station use to be would be perfect."
BN: One drawback there is the footprint might be too small for the parking needed at Timmies. FYI, that property is for sale again, after Walgreens backed away from putting a store on an even wider footprint in that area.
* Jd12: "I stopped by the Tim Hortons in East Syracuse this morning and was very disappointed in how slow their service was. I usually go to the Dunkin' Donuts down the street, where they have an ultra-efficient staff that gets you out the door fast. Timmy's needs to improve on their speed during busy peak periods."
BN: Agreed, in my limited experience with them.
* dave1261: I'm still waiting to hear if or when Timmies will come out here to either Baldwinsville or Clay along the Route 31 corridor. Or perhaps Liverpool."
BN: It seems like a no-brainer -- depending on how the rest of the operation is faring in the Syracuse market so far.
* Gail: "Who needs GPS (ion grocery carts)? Just ask the woman or man next to you for directions to the mini marshmallows. Every time I go to Walmart shoppers approach me because I wear polo shirts & khakis for work. Funny thing is, I can always almost tell them. Keep the electronics, and keep the prices low!"
* Ivnws4U: "Bob, the other day I was talking to someone about the new Weggies down here in F'burg and hey thought it was cool that the store had a 'map.' Personally, I've navigated the store enough now to have a good idea where everything is. But I will admit that while on the outside this looks just like the store 20 minutes up the road, inside beyond the deli-bakery areas it's laid out a bit different with frozen food sin the middle instead of the far side. BTW, I had their prepared stuffed shells meal last night..YUM!"
* nuna: "First off, I must say in general I agree with your opinions but must disagree with your opinion on the self check-outs and the new technology discussed here. As far as the self-checkouts go, I love them as I am a stickler for accuracy and as I scan I can see the price and if it does not match what I saw on the sign/shelf or ad I can question the attendant (yeah, it does reduce work force but is it any different than automation in manufacturing?) and it is a lot quicker to correct that way than to wait and review the receipt and go stand in line at the customer service desk. Also, especially in the grocery store lines, I find I can pack the bags the way I want them.The worse offender seems to be P&C where they are constantly trying to place my eggs or tomatoes at the bottom of the bag but it has happened elsewhere. For these reasons I use the self check-outs at Price Chopper ,Walmart (at Super Centers), BJ's ,Lowe's and Home Depot. As a side note, some complain that they have to bag their own groceries at Aldi but again, it allows you to bag the way you want as they just put the groceries in another cart -- no different than Sam's Club or BJ's (in a regular line).
"As for this new technology with the GPS and cost-tracking -- that may be a double-edged sword for SOME retailers. I know at least some like to change things around to keep consumers wandering the store to buy more ( I know for a FACT the P&C in Shop City does it) and this is no different then the old ploy of placing different profit-margin products at different levels. The positive would be it would help reduce costs for retailers (again no different from automation in manufacturing) but also would help consumers accurately keep track of the spending (and pricing errors)."
BN: Great stuff. Thanks.
* 13209: "I can't see these carts working up here due to the weather extremes we go through during the year. If they want to test these carts out, try leaving them in the parking lot in sub-zero weather for an hour or in 90+ degree heat, not to mention the snow and the rain. If these end up being used, I'm sure the store will have to find a way to prevent the carts from leaving the store, or find a way for the customer to get their groceries to their vehicle and then return the cart, (a system like Aldi's where you 'rent' the cart, and then get your money back when you are done might be a possibility.)"
BN: A side note: I noticed the Price Chopper in Western Lights now has wheel locks on its cart. Cross a certain line in the parking lot and the wheels lock.
* mj: "Far better is something we first saw in Italy a decade ago: hand-held bar-code readers with which you log in each purchase at the time you put it in your cart. At the checkout you just plug the reader into a slot which reads your list of purchases, can complete a direct debit-style payment, and prints out your receipt. For stores that don't trust their customers (which is to say, all stores), they can post somebody at the exit, BJ's/Sam's Club style, to spot-check carts. While I have seen similar schemes in one or two places in the U.S. they are not common, as far as I know; it's one of the ways we are much further behind the rest of the world than most of us realize."
BN: Right. A couple of retailers are working with similar systems in the U.S., but very few.
That is all
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Indiana Cops say they found 24-year-old Bryan Hill passed out behind the wheel of a car that was blocking traffic. He was wearing underwear, one sock, and a pair of pants as a shirt. He had each arm inserted into each leg of his pants. He was arrested for public intoxication and blocking traffic. On the bright side, he may have started a new fashion trend.
The body of a woman whom neighbors say they last saw several years ago was found in an SUV parked in the garage of a foreclosed home northwest of Detroit. An employee of a property management
company stumbled upon the body in the rear seat of the vehicle while doing a walk-through. The body was described by the sheriff's office as being "in a mummified state." A cause of death has yet to be determined. "She's been dead years," says an official in the ME's office. The body is believed to be that of the former homeowner who would have been 49 in 2008, when authorities believe she died.
Arkansas man Drake Parks, completed a transaction at a bank teller's window and left without incident – but called in a few hours later, posing as his own father and asking to talk to the woman. When she came to the phone, he said that "Drake" had called her the b-word, and deserved to be spanked for his foul mouth. The victim tried to end the call, but Parks went on to offer $50 for the spanking, and provided his address – which earned him a visit and a possible spanking … from cops, who arrested him on charges of harassment.


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Earthly Possessions
Release Date: January 1st, 1999
R|1 hr. 45 min.
Plot Summary
Taken hostage by a bank robber (Stephen Dorff) while preparing to leave her husband (Jay O. Sanders), a housewife (Susan Sarandon) forms a bond with her captor.
Cast: Susan Sarandon, Stephen Dorff, Jay O. Sanders, Elisabeth Moss, Alan Pottinger, John Christopher Jones, William Duell, Alice Drummond
Director: James Lapine
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" well i remember as it were a meal ago"Said tommy the cat as he reeled back to clear whatever foreign mattermay have nestled its way into his mighty throat.many a fat alley rat had met its demise while staring point blank downthe cavernous barrel of this awesome prowling machine.truly a wonder of nature this urban predator.tommy the cat had many a story to tell,but it was a rare occasion such as this that he did.She came slidin' down the alleyway like butter drippin' off a hot biscuit.the aroma, the mean scent, was enough to arouse suspicion in even theoldest of tigers that hung around the hot spot in those days.the sight was beyond belief.many a head snapped for double - even triple - takes as this vivaciousfeline made her her way into the delta of the alleyway where the mostvirile of the young tabbys were known to hang out.They hung in droves. such a multitude of masculinity could only befound in one place...and that was o'malley's alley.The air was thick with cat calls (no pun intended),but not even a muscle in her neck did twitch as she sauntered up intothe heart of the alleyway.she knew what she wanted.she was lookin' for that stud bull, she was looking for that he cat.and that was me.Tommy the cat is my name and i say unto thee...Say baby do you wanna lay down with mesay baby do you wanna lay down by my sideah baby do you wanna lay down with mesay baby?...say baby?
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Sunday morning, still raining
It's raining about as hard as it has all weekend — a steady, drenching pour. And a look at the radar shows that the only part of Chicagoland not covered in green is covered in yellow. It's supposed to clear up by tonight, but that might be too late for the day game. So you could end up with a single game here out of this whole series, and a potential doubleheader on Sept. 29. And given that the Twins swept the Orioles Saturday to move into a virtual tie with Chicago in the AL Central standings, it sure appears these games are going to mean something.
I'll try to keep you updated.
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Just reading the report on Brandon and not being able to get out of Chicago. Hope that has changed since Jason posted that and he was able to get out safely.
Looking at the radar and reading Jasons post it doesn't sound like it is very encouraging that we are going to get these games in. I know that it is supposed to stop raining there a later this evening, but the field has to be in horrible condition and hence horrible playing conditions alone with the bad winds that are coming.


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Robert D. Harris Sr., 95, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2012, at home. Born in Cranford, he lived in Garwood since 1949.
Friends are invited to visit 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Thursday April 19 at the Dooley Funeral Home, 218 North Ave. West in Cranford.
Robert was a teacher and administrator with the New Providence Board of Education for 25 years. He was an Army Air Force veteran of World War II.
He received his bachelor's degree from Newark State Teachers College and his master's degree from Kean University.
He had been active in the Boy Scouts of America, and at both St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Garwood and in the Cranford United Methodist Church.
His beloved wife, Frances, passed away in 2006.
Surviving are, 4 loving children, Virginia Cozzi (Philip), Robert Harris Jr., Wendy Ordemann (John) and Nancy Harris; 6 devoted grandchildren and 5 beloved great-grandchildren and his caregiver of 3 years, Sylvia Glah.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's Church.


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There's a brand new holiday tradition in the Pioneer Valley…it's "Walking in a Winter Wonderland." Located at the New England Center at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, it's a delightful and family-friendly holiday experience unlike any other. Described as a "Disney-esque, self-guided tour," "Walking in a Winter Wonderland" was designed by a team of fashion and home merchandising experts who have put together a dazzling – and fun – attraction for everyone. With visits from Santa (December 19, 21 & 22), signature treats created by Storrowton Tavern and other surprises, be sure to visit before it closes on January 5. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, children under 12 may attend for free with an accompanying adult. For more information, click here or "like' them on facebook. Here are 5 Great features of "Walking in a Winter Wonderland:"
1. Entrance – Visitors enter through a darkened tunnel with a swirl of glittering snowflakes overhead. In the distance, a dramatic winter white snow queen stands aglow as you enter into the first of five thematically staged rooms enveloped by a forest of 155 sparkling trees. The journey begins with a grand display of Victorian holiday charm, complete with fashion and home furnishings unique to the period and the first of four 'marquee' trees in each of the themed displays.
2. Americana Christmas Dinner - Move on at your own pace to the second scene of a classic Americana Christmas dinner. You can almost smell the turkey and mashed potatoes that have recently been cleared to make room for the sweet treats set out on the traditional dining room spread. The second glistening marquee tree stands tall overlooking the gathering. Take a seat on park benches that line the path throughout the tour and take it all in.
3. Icy Pond - A montage of holiday music and video clips ushers you into the third scene of an icy pond, and a pair of twirling ice skaters glides in circles. Enjoy the nostalgia. Stop to dance, sing along to the music and take a photo in the gazebo – a perfect setting for a "selfie!"
4. Sugarplum Fairies - The fourth display, inspired by visions of sugarplum fairies, is a whimsical delight and anticipated crowd favorite for children and the young-at-heart. The third marquee tree is surrounded by jars of brightly hued candies soon to adorn cookies and gingerbread houses, too.
5. Old Hollywood - As the last display reveals itself, another montage of holiday music, video clips and burst of snow appear. Through the trees, an alluring illustration of old Hollywood glamour captures your attention. The beautiful ball gowns and black-tie affair are set to a trendy and modern blue palette that is echoed in the last of the stately marquee trees. As the tour concludes, each family can stop to take a complimentary photo included in the price of admission. Stop to shop the wonderful selection of gifts, décor and sweet treats selected by the co-founders themselves before you leave.


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Google's List Of The Best Apps Of 2012, What Would You Change?
With 2012 almost at an end, the top xxxxx lists of the year are in full swing and now Google is getting in on the action. Google's list of the best apps of 2012 seems surprisingly or unsurprisingly depending on your point of view less dependent on looks and features and more on apps that are "…Available globally and offer a great user experience on both tablets and phones. From excellent tools to objects of beauty, each of these applications represents the best of Google Play."
So here's your top apps of 2012 in no particular order, according to the Play Store editorial team:
The best in mobile shopping with a great selection, free shipping and returns as well as an elegant new UI for phones and tablets.
Stay on top of every element of your life, from anywhere. Take notes, capture photos and record memos with this amazing organizer.
Take full advantage of your android device and set pins from anywhere using the built-in sharing system. Share and enjoy!
A deceptively simple and well-executed storybook that serves as a perfect introduction to the world of Grimm's fairy tales.
A full-featured offline reader that is constantly adding new capabilities like site subscriptions that let you save articles on paid sites.
A beautiful and well-designed app that sets the bar for globally relevant travel tools with a rich and detailed tablet experience.
A unique and full-featured genealogy app that delivered a stunning design overhaul which also delivered new functionality.
Fancy lets you share your personal style with style and brings a fresh perspective to the worlds of online shopping and fashion.
One of the most robust, feature-rich and intuitively designed tools available to help you master your personal finances.
Enjoy a great second-screen experience for TV that features an attractive, practical and well-planned design aesthetic.
A relatively new photography app that provides an amazing array of editing and photo-correction tools for both phones and tablets.
Enjoy talks and lectures from some of the world's most fascinating mavericks, gurus and legends.


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Our featured gift is the Hummingbird Earrings, crafted by Cavin Richie here in the Pacific Northwest. The dark beak and bronze gorget set off the green patina on this hummingbird in flight. The earring hooks are made from gray niobium (hypoallergenic) with heishi beads and coils. The hummingbirds are solid bronze lost wax castings. A matching necklace is available.


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FORT WAYNE (Indiana's NewsCenter) - Area high school football teams looked ahead to the start of the 2012 season Friday at the annual media day at North Side High School.
From the coaches like Trent Fine ofHuntington North and Josh Schoeff of Angola starting their first seasons, or veterans like Bishop Luers' Matt Lindsay, all say they cannot wait to start fall pracrtice July 30th.
In spite of a summer full of workouts, nothing tops the start of two a day practices that will commence a week from Monday, with season openers set for August 17th.
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Blackened Catfish
Total Time
Prep 15 mins
Cook 10 mins
This recipe came from a New Orleans restaurant. Oh so good and love the spices.
Ingredients Nutrition
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 6 catfish fillets
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Heat a large cast iron skillet (recommended) or heavy aluminum skillet over high heat for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl stir together first 8 ingredients.
- Dip catfish into melted butter and coat both sides of fish with spice mixture, using about 1 T spice mixture for each fillet.
- Place fish on waxed paper.
- Place 3 fillets at a time in hot skillet.
- Drizzle each fillet with 1 T melted butter.
- Cook over high heat about 2 minutes per side or until fish flakes easily.
- Serve immediately.
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Ohhh lala! This was very good. I also substituted the lemon pepper with cajun seasoning. Awesome blackened seasonings and there was enough for the 6 fillets I used. Tastes better than any I have had at a restaurant. Filled our house with a wonderful smell that lingered. It is nice to know that we can have New Orleans cuisine right here at home. 5 stars all the way, baby.
Mmmmm! This was quick and easy and very good indeed! I made one change: I took out the lemon pepper and put in one teaspoon of cajun seasoning because I wanted a spicier fish. Really good combination on the spices. I served it with dirty rice and steamed broccoli and cauliflower. I was a little surprised by duonyte's review because I had a lot of spices left over. I probably could have fixed another 6 filets with the amount that I had. One warning: open some windows because I almost set off our fire alarm with the smoke from blackening. Hee hee. But it sure was worth it! My wife got home as I was cooking and said she could smell the fish from the parking lot. Great recipe!
I have eaten this dish in restaurants and have always wanted to make this at home. It was the easiest fish recipe I've ever prepared. Of course, I've always worried about making it at home because I've been warned about the indoor smoke. Yes, this dish creates quite a smoke cloud in my home, but it is sooo worth it. Just turn on your range/exhaust fan and enjoy!


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Wood is the best material. It's second only to leather for how nice it feels in the hand – and even that's debatable. It is theoretically sustainable, assuaging the tortured consumer soul with eco-positive lubrication. And it's just pretty.
While I've got nothing but respect for Dieter Rams, the legendary designer's influence over modern electronics has left us with a world of geometric shapes, cold metal and monochromatic plastics. The age of wood panelling in electronics is long gone, wounded by a Braun-influenced Sony in the '80s and '90s, then felled with a finishing chop by Apple. If Henry David Thoreau walked into an Apple store this morning, he'd be whimpering under the leaves of his mother's kitchen table by brunch.
Wood is difficult to mass produce with the sort of uniformity that multi-million unit sellers require – or at least I must presume that is true, since hardly anyone ever bothers selling even an optional wooden variant, leaving an entire material to craftsmen and anachronism fetishists.
Such as Grove, the Portland, Oregon company that makes iPhone cases from Moso bamboo, more often than not a sustainably harvested variety, although sometimes supplies of FSC certified wood is simply not available.
I brought home a plain iPhone 4 case from Grove about a month ago. The company sells laser-engraved cases for just $US20 more, and they're legitimately lovely, unlike so many other "art" cases, but I thought I might do an original design of my own in the future, so I refrained. Nope, it's just plain wood with a medium finish for me, excepting the small Grove logo etched into the side.
There's plenty I can complain about. (So here goes.)
As far as iPhone cases go, it's fairly bulky. Not extra-built-in-battery bulky, but it adds a good 5mm to each end in length, and perhaps 3mm to the sides and back. That's to be expected for wood, of course. Part of the reason it isn't used in modern electronics, especially those that are designed for pockets, is that it isn't as strong as plastic or steel.
But because the wood used by Grove is fairly light, the extra size of the case actually makes the phone feel lighter in a way. It's a tactile hallucination, but the lightweight wood around the dense metal-and-glass iPhone looks like it should heavier than it is. It's a pleasing sensation; the phone still feels "solid" in that way that Apple continues to refine, where their products have the hand-feel less of gadgets and more of artefacts. (Any other company could do the same, if only they cared about engineering and precision and manufacturing tolerances to the same degree.)
Because the wood adds a lip to the phone, many docks and accessories won't work with the Grove case on. (Your millimileage may vary.) And up top, the Grove case's depth brings back memories of the iPhone 1's recessed headphone jack. It's not as bad as that nearly forgotten misstep, but larger minijack plugs simply won't plug in without an adaptor. Not a big issue for headphones – most have tremulously remained on a diet since the iPhone 1 scare – but for other audio plugs it can be an annoyance.
Most damningly, the case in stock form has a tendency to… slip off. The Grove case is really two pieces which slip over the top and bottom to meet below the iPhone's waistline. They're held on by tension of the wood (which says a lot about the precision of the Grove case itself) and a soft black felt backing. But unlike plastic cases of similar design, the two pieces don't clip together. They just touch. And after a little less than a week, my Grove case wanted to start letting the relatively heavy iPhone 4 perilously slide out of the top part of the case – the part you hold.
To be clear, this happened first the day after I had had my phone in the pocket of my motorcycle jacket while riding out to the Oregon coast. It's reasonable to think there was a good bit of vibration. But it's also reasonable to expect that the vibration only sped up a process that is inherent to the design.
It was easy enough to fix. I folded a small piece of card stock and slipped it in between the felt and the phone. Snug enough to trust again. Let's ignore that I had to do the same thing to the bottom part of the case in a couple of weeks.
The black metal bezel on the front of the phone has also started to come ever so slightly out of alignment on the left side. I think that might be because I have that little piece of card stock in the back, causing the whole case to curve slightly over time. (Grove offered to replace the felt on my case when I mentioned it to the company's owner, but I haven't taken him up on it yet.)
But You're Still Suggesting I Buy This?
Here's the thing: It's wood. It's not supposed to be perfect. And as far as the quality of the workmanship goes, I am seriously impressed.
The design itself is smart, with a modern-looking trough to expose the volume controls and a 45-degree bezel around both edges that comes from the workshop with a smooth hand finish. (Much of the sanding and polishing on Grove cases is by hand, although they're not afraid of sanders either.)
It feels about as thin and precise as a wooden case could be. I can't ask for more.
Plus it's wood. Wood that feels better the more I hold my iPhone. Wood that has taken a couple of short falls and looked better as it has weather scuffs and scratches. Wood that's just pretty to look at, to turn idly in the hand.
There's no doubt it's a luxury. But it's a luxury I've been craving for years. Try as I might, I can't muster much regret – only spare pennies for when Grove releases an iPad version. [Grovemade.com]


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Crystal Signal Conditioners
Five Notch Crystal Filter enhances sound reproduction.July 22, 2015
Reducing gain of narrowband of frequency spectrum while leaving surrounding audio unaffected, RNXF-37-15 Notch Crystal Filter allows between 2 and 5 notches with attenuation down to 70 dB with minimal ripple. Frequency range is 1 MHz to 60 N-MHz, while input and output impedance is 50 or 75 Ω. Providing output via pin or BNC/SMA connector, filter comes in 36 x 23 x 12 mm SMD package. Applications include satcom, radar, cellular phone infrastructure, microwave transmission, and more. Read More
Custom Crystal Filters feature insertion loss down to 2.5 dB.October 21, 2013
Based around fundamental and third overtone mode crystals, IQXF-1000 Series comprises 2 to 12-pole bandpass filters with center frequencies from 1.4–200 MHz. Units can operate over temperature range of -55 to +85°C with bandwidth at 3 dB from ±2 kHz and with passband ripple as low as 0.5 dB. Applications include commercial and military grade mobile radios, microwave link data communications, radar scanning in navigation and avionics, and medical instruments such as MRI machines. Read More
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His first pitch at Citi Field before the Mets played the Pirates is likely to go platinum — in Vine views. If you haven't seen it by now...
But, good news for 50, who has since responded to the haters: There have been worse. We've complied them below.
We suggest putting down your coffee now.
Mariah Carey, 2008
Somewhere, Derek Jeter cringed.
Carl Lewis, 2003
We expect much better from the Olympian some believed was the best athlete of all time.
Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory, 2007
The first search term that appears on Google when you type in Mark Mallory? "Mark Mallory first pitch." Not how he wants his political career to be remembered.
President Barack Obama, 2010
The Commander-in-Chief is a big hoops fan and was an Illinois senator. You'd think he'd just know how to throw a baseball. Nope.
John Wall, 2011
Give Wall a basketball and it's magic. Give him a baseball and it's tragic.


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Once we receive the matching funds from Richard we will share where every penny was spent. Thank you to the Richard Driehaus Charitable Lead Trust and all of "You" for making this matching grant a success.
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I have a friend that is living in a trailer with two children.
His wife died a few months ago from cancer. He recently lost his job. He was told he was let go because he missed too many days of work.
He was, and still continues to be, extremely grief stricken. He needs a job to support his children and it would help his mind. He is a good father and trying his best to care for his children.
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He just has not been able to get another job. I know they are behind in their lot rent and his utilities are being threatened for disconnection. I am hoping you can help him through these very trying times.
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I paid a visit to the father and children with their elderly friend who wrote the letter requesting help.
The father's phone was shut off so he did not know we were planning to check on him. It was noticeably dark inside, a tell tale sign of utility disconnection. I could see a Coleman lamp inside.
He was very happy to see his elderly friend and gave him a hug. He then turned to me as the friend introduced us. He looked surprised and embarrassed when his friend explained who I was. He said, "Why did you ask him here? We don't need any help. We are just fine."
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The children were happy to see the friend and ran to give him a hug. He had brought along a puzzle for them to share. They were overjoyed with the gift and thanked him.
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As he leaned over his knees, covering his eyes with his hands he said, "I was let go from my job of five years for missing so much work after my sweet, sweet wife died."
He paused, as he continued to sob and cry. I put my hand on his shoulder and consoled him. He regained himself and continued, "I have applied for other jobs but they are hard to get and there are very few opportunities. They shut our utilities off yesterday, I feel so lost."
I told him, "I know and that is why I am here. I am here to help you get back on your feet. You have to do this for your two children. They are counting on you."
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They needed assistance with the past due lot rent and getting the utilities turned back on. I asked the father where he had worked. When he told me I was a little shocked. I knew the employer and he had a reputation of being a wonderful, caring person. I told him to excuse me and I went outside. I even had the employer's cell phone number.
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The McLoughlin Area Plan moves into Phase II of its long-term redevelopment project with a public meeting Monday to gather community input on the area's future look.
The meeting is from 7 to 9 p.m. at Rose Villa, 13505 S.E. River Road.
A citizen advisory group has been meeting monthly with Clackamas County planners to determine a direction for the revitalization of McLoughlin Boulevard in the unincorporated area around Oak Grove.
"The key is to make sure that this is a community-led effort," said David Queener, project planner with the Clackamas County Development Agency.
Early meetings between the county and planning committee centered on ensuring that development will be environmentally and economically sustainable.
The current timeline includes hiring a consultant in the fall and beginning construction in the next 12 months, Queener said.
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Got a great tip from reader Casey. Here's what she spotted at an area Target:
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My friend Meredith and I were just at Target on Hwy 280 and they have a ton of winter weather gear on sale. They had 2T-5T girl gloves 2 pairs for .48!!! There were a few things for bigger boys marked down to half priced so gloves were like 2.78 and hats were like 5.58. They had womens gloves also marked down to 1.50 for 2 pairs. Rain boots are also marked 50 % off!
Just wanted to share!"
Don't want to make the drive to the 280 location -- just check your store.
Let me know if you snag a deal.
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It could be the fact that his Seahawk squad set six school records during the regular season. Or it could be that his squad finished third in the Northeast Conference (NEC) championship meet.
Or perhaps, it is, that for the second consecutive semester, the College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) has named Wagner to its Scholar All-American list. The 27-member Seahawk squad attained a team grade point average (GPA) of 3.52 for the fall semester. That impressive GPA placed Wagner fifth among the nearly 200 Division I swimming programs.
"Balancing the demands of a Division I swimming and diving program with those of the challenging academic disciplines that they have chosen can be difficult," said Shanahan. "Our team has risen above all of those challenges this year and I could not be happier with the result."
"It's not easy to have that kind of average in any Division I sport, so, to have this high standard is definitely something I like to brag about."
Wagner athletic director Walt Hameline echoes those sentiments.
"We are extremely proud of the team," said Hameline. "To be ranked among the top five nationally two straight semesters and again earn Scholar All-American status is tremendous. All members of the program should be proud of these academic accomplishments and I know I speak for our entire school community in applauding them."
One of Shanahan's record-breakers in the pool was senior Breanne Sweeney of West Brighton.
The Notre Dame Academy grad set two of those school records in December when she established new marks in the 100-yard and 200 backstroke. The team captain then rebroke the 200 mark in the NEC Champs.
"When I came here from Rhode Island (after eight years as an assistant), Breanne was invaluable to me in her captain's role," said Shanahan. "She helped me understand the dynamics at Wagner, as well as with the team, and she helped me get to know the kids."
Shanahan couldn't say enough about Ms. Sweeney the swimmer, either.
"She got faster each year, which doesn't always happen that way in our sport," said Shanahan, "and to have her break her own record in her last swim, was really cool. I'm still learning all of the sports accomplishments by the members of her great family so I shouldn't have been surprised by anything she accomplished."
Or his team, in or out, of the pool.
"They should be really proud," Shanahan said, "and hopefully, it only gets better."


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HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- Three vehicles on Golf Road Southwest were broken into Saturday night and had items stolen, according to Huntsville police.
They were among six vehicle break-ins reported since Saturday morning.
The Golf Road break-ins occurred between 11 p.m. on Saturday and 2:10 a.m. on Sunday.
The most valuable items taken were musical instruments and electronics from a 2001 Chrysler Seabring. The owner reported a $3,000 gold baritone horn, a $2,000 silver baritone horn and a Samsung Galaxy S cell phone missing, and it appears the burglar forced entry through the trunk. The silver baritone and the phone were recovered.
The owner of a 2002 Hyundai Elantra reported two black and gold Michael Kors purses worth $600 and a $40 tan purse taken after a burglar forced entry through a window. The owner of a 2004 Dodge Neon reported a $200 white iPhone 5 missing after a burglar forced entry through a door.
More vehicle break-ins
- 2500 block Roland Road; no forced entry into unlisted vehicle Friday between 8 and 10:30 p.m.; $400 Sprint 856 two-way phone, $200 Craftsman drill set and $100 Samsung phone.
- University Drive; no forced entry into 2005 Toyota Camry on Thursday between 5 and 7:30 p.m.; Prescription drugs Oxycodone and Adavan.
- 200 block Grand View Boulevard; 1989 Chevrolet truck on Saturday between 5 and 9 p.m.; after market car stereo with undisclosed value.


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Season 3
BROTHERS & SISTERS [SERIES] (SEASON 3) 2008-2009 • Scotty Wandell
DIRECTOR(S): Tucker Gates, Gloria Muzio, Chad Lowe, Karen Gaviola, Michael Morris, Michael Schultz, Tom Amandes, Bethany Rooney, Ken Olin, Coad, Laura Innes
WRITER(S): David Marshall Grant, Molly Newman, Liz Tigelaar, Josh Reims, Cliff Olin, Beth Schwartz, Brian Studler, Nancy Won, Jason Wilborn, Jennifer Levin, Michael Foley, Sherri Cooper-Landsman, Peter Calloway, Daniel Silk, Allison Schapker, Monica Owusu-Breen
CREATOR(S): Jon Robin Baitz
AIR DATE(S): See below.
LOCATIONS: Los Angeles, California, USA
The story of the drama surrounding a family's adult siblings.
3×01: Glass Houses
Air Date: September 28, 2008
Secrets can't be kept for long in the Walker family, as Rebecca and Justin try unsuccessfully to hide their feelings for each another and the Walker siblings hatch a plan to reach out to their long lost brother, Ryan, while keeping it from their mother, Nora. Meanwhile, Kitty calls upon her family to lend support, as she and Robert begin the process of adopting a child. And just as Kevin and Scotty begin their life partnership together, Kevin's career is put in jeopardy by a member of his own family.
3×03: Tug of War
Air Date: October 12, 2008
Holly takes her authority at Ojai Foods too far and pushes Saul and Sarah to their limits. Meanwhile Kevin encounters homophobia in the work place for the first time, and Justin struggles with a hero's welcome from a soldier whose life he saved in Iraq.
3×05: You Get What You Need
Air Date: October 26, 2008
Rebecca's trust in her mother is put to the ultimate test when a file on Ryan Lafferty turns up in Holly's possession. Meanwhile, Kevin has an uncomfortable first outing with Scotty's conservative and disapproving parents.
3×08: Going Once…Going Twice
Air Date: November 16, 2008
Kevin overcompensates for his recent pay cut by snatching Nora's dream house out from under her as a gift to Scotty. Meanwhile Justin cooks up a plan to set Saul up with an unlikely candidate for a date.
3×09: Unfinished Business
Air Date: November 30, 2008
Nora recruits the family to deconstruct her new charity money pit; Kitty and Robert take a giant but overwhelming step forward in the adoption process; Sarah takes a big risk and eats crow with her new business partners; and Holly drives Tommy to his limit when she offers Rebecca a high level executive position at the winery without consulting him.
3×10: Just a Sliver
Air Date: December 7, 2008
The Walkers encounter some scheduling conflicts on Thanksgiving, leaving Nora and Sarah to celebrate alone, until Elizabeth endures a medical emergency that brings the family together.
3×11: A Father Dreams
Air Date: January 4, 2009
Elizabeth's illness and her uncle's sacrifice cause a volatile and emotional confrontation between Kevin and Tommy that could make or break their relationship as brothers. Meanwhile, Saul reintroduces a high school crush to Nora, and Justin finally decides to leave the nest.
3×14: Owning It
Air Date: February 8, 2009
Rebecca's loyalties between Holly and the Walkers become more divided than ever when she discovers Tommy's plan to drive her mother out of the family business. Meanwhile Nora gets a surprise phone call from an important person in William's past.
3×16~3×17: Troubled Waters Part 1 & 2
Air Date: March 1, 2009
In a special two-hour television event, the Walker family experiences the thrill of a new life born and the desperation and terror of loss when one of their own has a life-threatening crisis. Meanwhile, Rebecca turns to her father for help when she discovers some information that could destroy the family business and send one of the Walkers to prison.
3×18: Taking Sides
Air Date: March 8, 2009
Even in the wake of a life threatening medical crisis and the excitement surrounding the birth of his son, Robert remains steadfast in his drive to run for governor, despite the damage that it may do to his marriage. Meanwhile, Saul and Sarah go to extremes to hide Tommy's legal troubles from Nora, and Ryan gets a bit too close too fast for anyone's good.
3×19: Spring Broken
Air Date: March 15, 2009
Kevin and Justin take Tommy on a getaway to help him make a decision about his legal future. Meanwhile, Kitty and Evan retreat to Nora's to get acquainted with her new half brother, while Robert recovers.
3×20: Missing
Air Date: March 22, 2009
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ESPN's E.J. Hradek believes that the Detroit Red Wings won't quite match their stellar 2006-2007 during a year in which the Wings are shifting more and more responsibility to their younger players:
August 30, ESPN: I figure the Red Wings will get to the century mark again this season, but I don't think they'll get to 113 [points]. So, I guess, that means they won't be quite as good.
GM Ken Holland, who, in my opinion, is the best GM in the league, made some important decisions during the summer. Holland's biggest moves involved his defense. He got a little younger by signing 34-year-old Brian Rafalski to a five-year deal, while allowing 38-year-old Mathieu Schneider to leave for Anaheim. In the short term, I'd take Schneider over Rafalski. This move, however, wasn't made with an eye on the bigger picture. After all, the ex-Devil figures to have more miles left on the odometer.
Like Schneider, veteran Danny Markov might also leave Hockeytown. Markov, 31, remains a free agent. Holland might bring him back, but only at the right price.
Up front, the GM waived goodbye to free agents Robert Lang, Todd Bertuzzi and Kyle Calder. I don't think anyone was surprised by any of those departures. Holland opted against overpaying for any of the top-six types on the free-agent list. Coach Mike Babcock will have more playing time for young forwards like Valtteri Filppula, Tomas Kopecky and perhaps Russian-born Igor Grigorenko. Holland did add veteran fourth-liner Dallas Drake, who had been released by the Blues, and journeyman minor-leaguer Mark Hartigan.
The Wings will again be a formidable club. They have a few promising kids, some emerging young stars and several special veterans. I don't think they'll put up as many points as last season, but I'll be very surprised if they don't win the Central Division.


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Located near the slopes, this Leysin hotel is in the city center, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Leysin-Berneuse Gondola, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Leysin Ski Resort and Diablerets-Isenau Gondola. Les Diablerets Ski Resort and Glacier 3000 are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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After a day on the slopes, return to Hôtel Central-Résidence to dine at the restaurant, drink at the bar/lounge, and enjoy comforts including an indoor pool and a steam room.
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After a day on the slopes, enjoy a swim in the indoor swimming pool or use the hotel's other facilities, including a fitness center and a steam room. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar.
The hotel offers a restaurant. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access.
Hôtel Central-Résidence is a smoke-free property.
- Shopping on site
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- Total number of rooms - 104
- Number of floors - 7
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Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
Hôtel Central-Résidence has a restaurant on site.
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Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness center.
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- Fishing on site
- Horse riding/rental on site
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No cribs (infant beds) available
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Woodbury Rotary Park, located on East Barber Avenue near Evergreen, is a daily reminder of the considerable good exacted by the city's Rotary lunch club. In addition, the park serves as an ideal venue for the club's project-centered hierarchy, including new president Wanda Lee McIlvaine, who, in fact, is the only woman in Woodbury lunch club history to hold that lofty position.
And Wanda Lee has the Budd family bloodlines. She's the daughter of "Mr. Rotary," Herbert A. Budd Jr., past district governor and former two-term club president, whose Rotary attire is as impressive as a 5-star general's.
Wanda's presidential platform has been centered around the cozy park.
"It's my goal as president," she says, "to raise sufficient funds to complete the service walks designed by Gloucester County's landscape architect through my father, the project coordinator, in 2011."
Centerpiece is the Eppel Children's Garden, erected in a memorial tribute to Larry and Nancy Eppel, and dedicated June 13, 2009, seven months after they died in a Woodbury house fire.
The Eppels served the children of the county for more than 25 years. A pediatrician, Larry was a Rotarian for the same time frame in addition to being past president and a Paul Harris Fellow.
Says Wanda Lee, "Together their caring spirit exemplified Rotary's motto: "Service Above Self."
"We're also promoting the park's memorial upgrade, 'Buy a Brick,' which honors veterans, past, present, peacetime, wartime, living or deceased, all branches. The memorial is dedicated to all who have served our country." The park's memorial brick becomes a permanent tribute to all who have served.
Single bricks are $75, doubles $150 and up. Each brick consists of three lines with a maximum of 15 characters, spaces and punctuation on each line. Checks should be made payable to Woodbury Rotary and sent to P.O. Box 261, Woodbury 08096. For more information, call 456-1329.
This being the 21st century, you also can visit the club on Facebook.
The lunch club has a full-speed-ahead fund-raising attitude: Rotary Coach Bingo Oct. 18, 6-11 p.m., at Brooklawn American Legion Hall, tickets $30 in advance, $35 at door; plus Christmas for Kids, Rotary Foundation, and others. It links with the Woodbury Breakfast Club on some projects, giving the city a solid 1-2 Rotary punch. The fund-raiser benefits many club projects, notably Rotary Park.
Past president Tony Yula chairs a lunch club committee that is responsible for spring and fall park cleanup.
"It's a joint effort by our club and the city of Woodbury ... whatever is needed to beautify the park," Wanda says.
Adds Wanda, "Several of our members attended the Phillies' Strike Out Hunger dinner in Cherry Hill where we met Rotary International President Gary Haung and his wife from the Rotary Club of Taipei. They were among more than 300 Rotarians in attendance. Ticket sales were matched by the Gates Foundation with funds designed to help end hunger and eradicate polio worldwide."
For good measure, one lucky Woodbury Rotarian won the 50-50, worth nearly $1,000.
And Wanda's dad, Mr. Rotarian Herb Budd, won the bid for a Phillies' recliner that he gave to the club for auction.
That's one less Rotary artifact for Herb's wife Phyllis to dust.
Bob Shryock may be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com. Follow South Jersey Times on Twitter @TheSJTimes. Find the South Jersey Times on Facebook.


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It has been a while since I last did one of these, but there was so much other material to cover. Some of these included the good news of the WWE event at the Prudential Center, while others were not so pleasant, like Conan O'Brien being dumber than usual and insulting Newark.
In case you are unfamiliar with this, here is a short synopsis. In this series, I call attention to areas in the city of Newark that have been unattended to for a long time. "iSPOT" is short for "I See Potential Out There".
I-SPOT # 2: The old hospital on the corner of South Ninth Street and West Market Street.
This used to a hospital for children back in the day. Now, it is a huge albatross, with two unused buildings and a huge parking lot in the rear. The spot is in close proximity to Interstate 280, and many bus routes operate in the area. There is even a small empty space right in front of the facility.
A spot like this is difficult to fill, as it used to be a hospital, and there may be many health issues, regulations, and ordinances that have to be addressed before it can be used for anything.
However, I do have a suggestion. The former hospital is located not too far from University Hospital. So, maybe UMDNJ can make use of it for something. Naturally, the spot will have to be cleaned up, and from what I saw, a lot of work will be required. Nonetheless, if there is something that the building can be used for, then I am all for it. Let us not forget the parking lot, as that is essential.
Feel free to leave a comment, as the objective of this is to fix up as many blighted areas as possible. Also, you can suggest a spot where we can place a spotlight on so that it can be addressed in the future.