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Dubai , United Arab Emirates – 30th January 2012 – 28% of businesses and other organisations in the Middle East reported economic crime in the last 12 months, according to PwC's Middle East Economic Crime Survey, released today at the 3rd Anti Corruption Summit in Abu Dhabi.
The top four types of economic crime cited were asset misappropriation, bribery and corruption, cybercrime and accounting fraud.
39 % of respondents in the Middle East projected that their organisations are likely to face bribery and corruption in the next 12 months, a rate that is much higher than the global average of 23%.
Furthermore, the survey reveals that fraud detection mechanisms in the Middle East are not as robust and 2 in 5 respondents reported that their organisations have not performed a fraud risk assessment in the last 12 months.
69% of respondents indicated that most serious fraud incidents were committed by internal perpetrators, who are typically profiled as male, between 31 and 40 years old, a graduate degree holder and has been with the company for three to five years.
Though the direct cost of economic crime to an organisation can be difficult to gauge, almost half of Middle East respondents reported that incidents of fraud cost their organisations between US$ 100,001 and US$ 5 million in the last 12 months. Victims of economic crime also reported significant collateral damage due to fraud including significant negative effect on their reputation and brand (26 %), employees' morale (23 %), their business relations (20 %) and their organisation's share price (6 %).
Commenting on the findings Tareq Haddad, PwC Middle East Forensic Services Partner said "It is possible that more organisations in the Middle East suffer from economic crime but lack the robust detection mechanisms that would allow for accurate reporting. This is evident by the results of the survey that showed that 17 % of known fraud was detected by accident compared to the global average of 8%. This emphasises the need for more robust fraud detection and investigation mechanisms in organisations in the Middle East."
The survey was based on a series of interviews with C-suite executives, senior vice presidents and heads of departments across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the West Bank Region. 26 % of the respondents represented listed companies, 25 % represented government/ state owned enterprises and 42 % represented organisations with more than 1,000 employees.
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About the survey
The 2011 Global Economic Crime Survey: Middle East Report was completed by 126 respondents. Of the total number of respondents, 37% were senior vice presidents and heads of units/ departments in their respective organisations, 42% were C-Suite executives, 26% represented listed companies and 42% represented organisations with more than 1,000 employees.
We conducted a survey of executives in organisations in the Middle East and Globally. The findings in this survey come from executives reporting their experiences of economic crimes in their organisations. We obtained information from them on the different types of economic crime, their impact on the organisation (both the financial loss and any collateral damage), the perpetrators of these crimes, what action the organisation took and how they responded to the crime.
About PwC
PwC firms help organisations and individuals create the value they're looking for. We're a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Tell us what matters to you and find out more by visiting us at www.pwc.com.
Established in the Middle East for 40 years, PwC has firms in Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, with around 2,500 people. (www.pwc.com/middle-east)
"PwC" is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services .Together , these firms form the PwC network. Each firm in the network is a separate legal entity and does not act as agent of PwCIL or any other member firm. PwCIL does not provide any services to clients. PwCIL is not responsible or liable for the acts or omissions of any of its member firms nor can it control the exercise of their professional judgment or bind them in any way.


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"We stay here every year for our weekend at Bluewater. The Hilton is the best hotel in the area...."
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The Hilton Dartford Bridge hotel is ideally located just five miles from the new Eurostar station Ebbsfleet International, a high-speed rail link arriving into London Kingâs Cross St Pancras within 17 minutes and four miles from Bluewater â one of the largest shopping centers in Europe. This Kent hotel effortlessly combines style and sophistication with comfort and relaxation, making it the perfect base to discover Bluewaterâs shopping opportunities and the ideal stopover hotel when traveling with Eurostar. Refresh with a cold beer, cocktail or soft drink at the hotelâs stylish Court Bar and catch up with the latest sports.
Indulge in international cuisine at Seasons Restaurant and enjoy the delicious a la carte menu - all served by our friendly Hilton team. Enjoy an informal business lunch or meet for a chat at the Court Lounge offering a wide range of specialty teas and light snacks. Work out in the LivingWell health club, swim in the indoor pool or pamper yourself with a beauty treatment. Go designer shopping at Bluewater shopping center, a leading shopping and leisure destination, or simply retire to a comfortable guest room and relax with 24 hour room service after a long day.
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Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn has finally been released, after being in development for some time. As Final Fantasy fans already know, the original release of the game wasn't what people were expecting, released with many bugs and incomplete features that would have required extra work. Some of the Square Enix higher-up have stated that the game tarnished the Final Fantasy brand, requiring a complete reworking of the game's mechanics to make gamers forget about the original Final Fantasy XIV release.
As of now the game has been a smashing success, forcing Square Enix to stop selling the digital copy of the game to try and improve the game's servers which have been unable to handle the huge number of log-ins in the first couple of days.
If you are just now starting to get into the world of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, you may be interested in our guides for the game, where we will be taking an in-depth look at all the races found in the game as well as analyzing the playable classes and even cover some tips that may make your life in Eorzea a bit easier.
Let's begin with the races: there are five of them, with each one being better in some fields than in others. Knowing the races and all they're capable of will surely help you in creating a powerful and effective character.
The five races are:
- Hyur
- Miqo'te
- Elezen
- Roegadyn
- Lalafell
While the Hyur are found pretty much everywhere in Eorzea, the Miq'ote can be seen hardly. There aren't too many of them and they prefer to have interactions with the other races only when it becomes a necessity.
Their appearance is hard not to notice, with large, projecting ears and feline tails. Instincts also make many of them lead solitary lifestyles, away from other races, with males being even more solitary.
The Miq'ote are divided into two clans: the Seekers of the Sun are swift and agile and quite strong, but not too bright. The Keepers Of The Moon are the exact contrary: they lack the strenght of the Seekers Of The Sun but are way smarter.
Seekers of the Sunstarting attributes: Strength: 21, Dexterity: 22, Vitality: 20, Intelligence: 18, Mind: 19, Piety: 20
Keepers of the Moon starting attributes: Strength: 18, Dexterity: 21, Vitality: 17, Intelligence: 19, Mind: 23, Piety: 22.
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An excavator is used to search for survivors after a Syrian army rocket attack on the rebel-held Jabal Badro district in the city of Aleppo February 19, 2013. The attack killed at least 20 people and another 25 were missing, opposition activists said on Tuesday. The missile was identified from its remains as a Scud-type rocket that government forces have increasingly used in areas under opposition control in the province of Aleppo and in the province of Deir a-Zor to the east, they said. REUTERS/Hamid Khatib


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Links - Searches the entire WWW for all links to any documents on Sprott's Gateway (uses AltaVista).
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Top Spin 4 Hands-On PreviewBy Jake Gaskill - Posted Feb 22, 2011
With Top Spin 4, the developers at 2K Sports have tried to create a tennis experience that is both familiar to longtime fans of the franchise's sim-focused gameplay but is also a bit more accessible to newcomers, and/or gamers who haven't picked up a virtual racket in a while. I recently spent some hands-on time with the Xbox 360 version of the upcoming four-quel, and came away being quite impressed with just how well the game balances on the simulation/arcade chalk line.
One of first takeaways I had once my play session was over was that the game is just as enjoyable to watch as it is to play. The Top Spin series has always had solid presentation design, but this latest installment has an added bit of polish that just makes the TV-style broadcast pop off the screen. A new sound effects system also ensures each match sounds as authentic as it looks. The crowds ooh and ahh appropriately throughout rallies, and if they get a little too rowdy, the chair judge will kindly ask them to be quiet, something I never get tired of hearing.
For the on court side of things, 2K Sports has brought back the charge shot control system, which might make a few critics of Top Spin 3 wince a tad, but I'm happy to report that while it definitely takes some getting used to, once you start to see the release-button-to-swing scheme as an extension of your player, it becomes second nature. After just a few rallies, I was smoking crosscourt winners and painting the baseline with perfectly placed defensive slices.
Top Spin 4 features 24 pros, the most of any tennis game to date, including some of today's biggest names (Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Serena Williams), as well as legendary players like Pete Sampras, Michael Chang, and, appearing for the first time in a video game, Andre Agassi (Agassi's awesome mullet-ish hairstyle is easily one of the greatest pre-order bonuses in gaming history).
The character models and animations have been painstakingly crafted and, unlike some sports games where the gameplay suffers at the hands of "realistic animations," the gameplay here remains satisfying and looks great in the process. Watching Federer slide to get to a deep baseline shot, only to give up mid-slide because he realized he couldn't reach the ball made me giggle out loud with joy, and that's just one of hundreds of custom animations that give Top Spin 4 its hyper-realistic presentation.
I finished up my hands-on time with a quick doubles match. The 2K rep and I took on the computer, and were beaten fairly handedly, which, the rep told me, is pretty common, since doubles is all about communication, and it's much easier for the computer AI to coordinate than it is for two humans. But it was still a blast to play, and, like the singles portion, the more you think like a tennis player, the better you will do.
And this is really one of 2K Sports' major focuses with Top Spin 4: pushing players to strategize and approach every point like they would if they were actually playing tennis. This idea is even built into the characters themselves, so if you're playing with someone who is known for their serve-and-volley approach, they will have limited success if you play them as someone is a baseline defender type. Knowing your character's strengths and weakness, as well as those of your opponent, will play a major factor in determining your success on the court.
The player progression system has also received some improvements, chief among them the fact that everything you do with your created player goes towards his experience, so whether you're playing online or off, you're always leveling up. The character creation system has also been boosted to include the same customization tools used by the developers, which will bring a whole new level of immersion for fans of sports role-playing. I wasn't able to play around with the character creation system, or check out the game's 3D support, or PlayStation Move controls, so those are the big remaining question marks at this point.
I've been wanting to be excited about a tennis game for a long time, and Top Spin 4 definitely has my attention now. Thankfully, I won't have to wait much longer to see if the anticipation pays off, since the game releases on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii March 15.


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July 9, 2004
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Kara Lasher, an administrative staff member for the Summer Music Clinic, polished up a French horn earlier this summer for use in ensemble work by area youth, under the direction of School of Music faculty. Summers sizzle on the
IU campuses with camps and opportunities abounding
. Coming up: enjoy free band concerts on the lawn in front of the IUB MAC July 14, 21, 28; become a "bubbleologist" at the ninth annual
WonderLab BubbleFest
July 16; take in a retrospective of
American musical theater
classics at IPFW tonight through July 18 or check out
IUPUI's partnerships with Indiana Black Expo
, which begins tomorrow in the Circle City.
IU Foundation sweeps the 'Circle'
Publications in print and online are more than grace notes when it comes to articulating IU's missions, research and activities to diverse audiences. Check out some of the recent awards for professional excellence won by "pubsters" from campuses throughout the state.
Just one of those things
In 1965, when the Purdue University "School of the Air" produced a series of in-school radio programs on Indiana history, they tagged native sons Paul Dresser (On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away); Hoagy Carmichael (Stardust) and Cole Porter (Begin the Beguine) as the state's most distinguished composers. Terre Haute's Dresser composed Indiana's state song in 1899, the same decade Porter of Peru and Carmichael of Bloomington were born. The two younger composers rejected law careers for their music, and this summer, a former IU theater student is portraying Porter on the silver screen.
Focus on philanthropy
A new report from the IU Center on Philanthropy
finds that Hoosier non-profits are not prepared to perform their advocacy roles. In August, a national
symposium in Indianapolis will address perspectives on the black community's involvement in philanthropy
Wear red and TimeTrek
The IU Alumni Association officially turns 150 years of age Aug. 1, and a jazz brunch at IU Northwest is scheduled that day. Look for ice cream socials on the Bloomington, Indianapolis and Columbus campuses at celebrations the following day and a chance to win a prize by completing a crossword puzzle by IU alum Will Shortz, the
New York Times
crossword puzzle editor. Don't forget to check out the online TimeTrek through IU history, and get out those red socks!
Taking the reins
Marion Broome
began her tenure as the fifth dean of the IU School of Nursing this month, and former HHE director
Sue Talbot
was elected to another term as an IU trustee.
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Hello kitty!
Come along to Center Point in Southern Indiana and
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Online diary of photos and short video clips
Transitioning to a residential campus
For members of the Class of 2008, the great divide between the high school and the college experiences can be large, foreboding and full of pitfalls. It can also be a jumping off point to a rich and fulfilling academic future. Good news: IU has support staff on all campuses to help make the transition. Today, on our
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Weekend Does Not Bring More Flooding to Sheridan
Laramie, Wy – The warm weather this weekend did not cause any more flooding in northern Wyoming. There was a concern that streams and creeks might spill over again as the snow at higher elevations melted. But, the mayor of Sheridan, Dave Kinskey, says temperatures in the mountains were below freezing at night and that slowed down the melting. Still he says they're keeping sandbags around a while longer because if they get a lot of hot weather and some rain during the next three to six weeks they could get more flooding just like in 1995.
That year Sheridan flooded when warm temperatures and a lot of precipitation caused a quick snowmelt in the surrounding mountains.
Flooding last week did cause some damage to roads, bridges and homes, but no one was injured.


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Chetola Resort has a diverse history dating back to 1846 when Chetola's first recorded owner, Lot Estes, purchased 100 acres for a mere 5 cents per acre. At the end of the 19th Century, Chetola was purchased by William Stringfellow from Alabama, who actually named the estate "Chetola" and believed this mountain retreat would improve his failing health... and it did. The most colorful of Chetola's owners bought the estate in 1926. Luther Snyder was a self-made man and was known as the "Coca-Cola King of the Carolinas."
Luther Snyder entertained frequently at the estate and often invited the entire community. All of Blowing Rock loved the Snyder's celebrations. The Manor House Estate provided the perfect backdrop during this "Golden Age" at Chetola. This glorious era came to an end when Luther passed away in 1957 at the age of 83.
Today Chetola is owned by Rachael Renar and her son, Kent Tarbutton, originally from Virginia Beach. This family has been unwavering in its efforts to retain the historic enchantment that has existed at Chetola since its beginnings.
The Bob Timberlake Inn at Chetola personifies this bygone era at Chetola. No detail has been untouched including a fireplace in each room and authentic period facets throughout. The historic charm continues in Timberlake's Restaurant, where dining guests can select delicious meals inspired by North Carolina artist Bob Timberlake. Each room in the Bob Timberlake Inn is named for a past owner of Chetola or prominent local personality.
For a more detailed version of Chetola's historical past, please visit Our History. With the unveiling of the beautiful Bob Timberlake Inn at Chetola Resort, this grand old estate continues to flourish as it did over 150 years ago in modern day Bob Timberlake style.
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As you've probably noticed, everyone here at G4 is excited about Apple's upcoming announcement. Tomorrow morning at 10AM PST, we'll finally know what Steve Jobs and company have up their tech-sleeve. Check back here to find out all the Apple news, as it breaks. Are the persistent, overwhelming rumors of an Apple slate going to be confirmed? Is Apple adding other cell providers to the iPhone? Will an as-yet-unimagined bombshell be dropped all over the Apple-faithful?
We can't answer those questions yet, but I have a query you can answer: How hyped are you? On a scale of one to ten, describe your excitement/anticipation level.
Also: Tomorrow, don't miss Attack of the Show at 7PM for info, analysis, reaction and more, as AOTS takes you deep inside the world of Apple.


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General Douglas MacArthur
MacArthur: A Man Out of Time
More than a half century after his death General Douglas MacArthur continues to fascinate, as Francis P. Sempa demonstrates in a post at Real Clear Defense:
In 2015, the prolific and popular military historian Winston Groom (better known as the author of Forrest Gump) lauded MacArthur (along with Marshall and Patton) in The Generals as an exceptionally good soldier and great captain, who was as brave as a lion, bold as a bull, and audacious and inventive in "marshaling huge victorious armies." MacArthur, Groom writes, served his country with distinction, and his memory "enriche[s] the national trust."
James Duffy's War at the End of the World, which appeared earlier this year, provides a detailed history of MacArthur's New Guinea campaign, which has long been unfairly overshadowed by the Navy-Marine island battles in the Central Pacific.
Walter Borneman's MacArthur at War: World War II in the Pacific has just been published. Borneman, like other MacArthur biographers, notes the general's character flaws, but emphasizes MacArthur's sense of mission, strategic brilliance, and "guiding principles of duty, honor, and country."
Most anticipated, however, is Arthur Herman's new biography, just released this month, entitled Douglas MacArthur: American Warrior. At 960 pages, it rivals the most comprehensive one-volume treatments of MacArthur to date: William Manchester's American Caesar and Geoffrey Perret's Old Soldier's Never Die.
Later this fall, H.W. Brands' The General vs. the President: MacArthur and Truman at the Brink of Nuclear War is scheduled to be released and, hopefully, will provide a fairer treatment of the Truman-MacArthur controversy than the conventional history that treats Truman as saint and MacArthur as sinner. The truth, as usual, is more complex. Continue reading
January 1, 1946: Hirohito States That He Is Not a God
1946 began with a bang in Japan with the release of an Imperial Rescript by Hirohito in which he stated that he was not a god:
In greeting the New Year, We recall to mind that Emperor Meiji proclaims as the basis of our national policy, the Five Clauses of the Charter-Oath at the beginning of the Meiji Era. The Charter-Oath signified:
- Deliberative assemblies shall be established and all measures of government decided in accordance with public opinion.
- All classes, high and low, shall unite in vigorously carrying out the affairs of State.
- All common people, no less than the civil and military officials, shall be allowed to fulfill their just desires so that there may not be any discontent among them.
- All the absurd usages of old shall be broken through, and equality and justice to be found in the workings of nature shall serve as the basis of action.
- Wisdom and knowledge shall be sought throughout the world for the purpose of promoting the welfare of the Empire.
The proclamation is evident in significance and high in its ideals. We wish to make this oath anew and restore the country to stand on its own feet again.
We have to reaffirm the principles embodied in the Charter, and proceed unflinchingly towards elimination of misguided practices of the past, and keeping in close touch with the desires of the people, we will construct a new Japan through thoroughly being pacific, the officials and the people alike, attaining rich culture, and advancing the standard of living of the people.
The devastation of war inflicted upon our cities, the miseries of the destitute, the stagnation of trade, shortage of food, and great and growing number of the unemployed are indeed heart-rending.
But if the nation is firmly united in its resolve to face the present ordeal and to seek civilization consistently in peace, a bright future will undoubtedly be ours, not only for our country, but for the whole humanity.
Love of the family and love of the country are especially strong in this country. With more of this devotion should we now work towards love of mankind.
We feel deeply concerned to note that consequent upon the protracted war ending in our defeat, our people are liable to grow restless and to fall into the Slough of Despond.
Radical tendencies in excess are gradually spreading and the sense of morality tends to lose its hold on the people, with the result that there are signs of confusion of thoughts.
We stand by the people and We wish always to share with them in their moments of joys and sorrows.
The ties between Us and Our people have always stood mutual trust and affection. They do not depend upon mere legends and myths.
They are not predicated on the false conception that the Emperor is divine, and that the Japanese people are superior to other races and fated to rule the world.
Our Government should make every effort to alleviate their trials and tribulations.
At the same time, We trust that the people will rise to the occasion, and will strive courageously for the solution of their outstanding difficulties, and for the development of industry and culture.
Acting upon a consciousness of solidarity and of mutual aid and broad tolerance in their civic life, they will prove themselves worthy of their best tradition.
By their supreme endeavours in that direction, they will be able to render their substantial contribution to the welfare and advancement of mankind.
The resolution for the year should be made at the beginning of the year. We expect Our people to join Us in all exertions looking to accomplishment of this great undertaking with an indomitable spirit. Continue reading
In re Yamashita
As I said in the Manila Supreme Court that I have done with my all capacity, so I don't ashame in front of the gods for what I have done when I have died. But if you say to me 'you do not have any ability to command the Japanese Army' I should say nothing for it, because it is my own nature. Now, our war criminal trial going under your kindness and right. I know that all your American and American military affairs always has tolerant and rightful judgment. When I have been investigated in Manila court I have had a good treatment, kindful attitude from your good natured officers who protected me all the time. I never forget for what they have done for me even if I had died. I don't blame my executioner. I'll pray the gods bless them. Please send my thankful word to Col. Clarke and Lt. Col. Feldhaus, Lt. Col. Hendrix, Maj. Guy, Capt. Sandburg, Capt. Reel, at Manila court, and Col. Arnard. I thank you.
Yamashita' s last statement, through a translator, on the gallows. February 23, 1946
General Tomoyuki Yamashita won early fame in World War II by leading the conquest of Malaya. With inferior forces he decisively defeated the British and earned the popular title of Tiger of Malaya. Troops under his command did engage in massacres and looting, but Yamashita, unlike most Japanese commanders, severely punished the troops involved, up to and including execution of the guilty. His humane attitude towards prisoners placed him at odds with the Japanese government, and he spent much of the war in virtual exile in Manchukuo commanding the First Area Army. Worsening Japanese military fortunes caused him to be placed in command of the Philippines, ten days before MacArthur and his army returned. Yamashita conducted a skillful defense of the Philippines, marred by massive atrocities against civilians in Manila. It must be noted that Rear Admiral Sanji Iwabuchi commanded the forces defending in Manila. Yamashita had ordered the evacuation of Manila which Iwabuchi disobeyed, just as his men disobeyed Yamashita's standing orders against ill treatment of civilians.
Yamashita was put on trial for war crimes in Manila from October 29, 1945-December 7, 1945 by an American military tribunal. The principal accusation was that he had failed to keep his troops in the Philippines under control and that as a result he was responsible for their crimes. This was a novel theory of criminal responsibility either under American military or civilian jurisprudence as his military defense counsel pointed out time and again. Yamashita was impressed by the dedication and zeal of his defense counsel and stated several times that his respect for the United States had been reaffirmed by their efforts.
Behind the scenes MacArthur expressed impatience at the length of the trial, clearly wanting a quick guilty verdict. When Yamashita was found guilty and sentenced to death, he swiftly affirmed the verdict and sentence when it was appealed to him. Yamashita's defense team then appealed to the US Supreme Court. The Supreme Court, In re Yamashita, 327 US 1, rejected the petitions for habeas corpus and writ of prohibition ruling:
It thus appears that the order convening the commission was a lawful order, that the commission was lawfully constituted, that petitioner was charged with violation of the law of war, and that the commission had authority to proceed with the trial, and, in doing so, did not violate any military, statutory, or constitutional command. We have considered, but find it unnecessary to discuss, other contentions which we find to be without merit. We therefore conclude that the detention of petitioner for trial and his detention upon his conviction, subject to the prescribed review by the military authorities, were lawful, and that the petition for certiorari, and leave to file in this Court petitions for writs of habeas corpus and prohibition should be, and they are
Justices Murphy and Rutledge wrote memorable dissents: Continue reading
Feeding Japan
The most pressing problem facing General Douglas MacArthur as the post war ruler of a devastated Japan was the prospect of famine. MacArthur immediately set up feeding stations throughout Japan in order to feed the tens of millions of Japanese who had been left completely indigent as a result of the War. News of this filtered back to the states and was ill received in an America still angry from a War begun by a sneak attack and in the throes of mourning 400,000 war dead. The Joint Chiefs of Staff warned MacArthur against the gratuitous use of US supplies to relieve Japan. Continue reading
October 4, 1945: The Birth of Japanese Civil Liberties
General MacArthur wasted no time in letting the Japanese government know precisely the direction that the new Japan would take. By his directive of October 4, 1945, (SCAPIN-93) he ordered the Japanese government to remove restrictions on the civil, political and religious rights of Japanese citizens.
Five days after the directive, the Japanese prime minister resigned, unwilling to carry out this sweeping change. His successor released all political prisoners, repealed or abrogated fifteen laws restricting the rights of the Japanese people and began a far sweeping purge of government officials wedded to the old regime. Continue reading
Quotes Suitable for Framing: Lucius Aemilius Paullus Macedonicus
While he was Supreme Commander Allied Powers in Japan, General MacArthur had a framed quote on his wall. The quote is from the Roman conqueror of Macedonia Lucius Aemilius Paullus Macedonicus, or at least the words that Livy put into the mouth of Paullus:
Do you give full credit to whatever I shall write to you, or to the senate; but do not by your credulity encourage mere rumours, of which no man shall appear as the responsible author. For, no man is so entirely regardless of reputation, as that his spirits cannot be damped; which I have observed has commonly occurred, especially in this war. In every circle, and, truly, at every table, there are people who lead armies into Macedonia; who know where the camp ought to be placed; what posts ought to be occupied by troops; when and through what pass Macedonia should be entered; where magazines should be formed; how provisions should be conveyed by land and sea; and when it is proper to engage the enemy, when to lie quiet. And they not only determine what is best to be done, but if any thing is done in any other manner than what they have pointed out, they arraign the consul, as if he were on his trial. These are great impediments to those who have the management of affairs; for every one cannot encounter injurious reports with the same constancy and firmness of mind as Fabius did, who chose to let his own authority be diminished through the folly of the people, rather than to mismanage the public business with a high reputation. I am not one of those who think that commanders ought never to receive advice; on the contrary, I should deem that man more proud than wise, who did every thing of his own single judgment. What then is my opinion? That commanders should be counselled, chiefly, by persons of known talent; by those, especially, who are skilled in the art of war, and who have been taught by experience; and next, by those who are present at the scene of action, who see the country, who see the enemy; who see the advantages that occasions offer, and who, embarked, as it were, in the same ship, are sharers of the danger. If, therefore, any one thinks himself qualified to give advice respecting the war which I am to conduct, which may prove advantageous to the public, let him not refuse his assistance to the state, but let him come with me into Macedonia. He shall be furnished by me with a ship, a horse, a tent; and even with his travelling charges. But if he thinks this too much trouble, and prefers the repose of a city life to the toils of war, let him not, on land, assume the office of a pilot.
September 27, 1945: Hirohito Comes to MacArthur
When MacArthur took up his command as Supreme Commander Allied Powers it was suggested by aides that he summon Hirohito to appear before him. MacArthur rejected that suggestion, stating that it was important that Hirohito come to him voluntarily. That he did on September 27, 1945, the first of eight meetings between the Emperor and the American Shogun. The meeting lasted only a few minutes with Hirohito taking complete responsibility for the War and requesting that any punishment for the War fall on him. MacArthur said that the War was over and that he wished to work with the Emperor for the betterment of Japan. Continue reading
Japan Remains One Country
One of the more decisive decisions of the Occupation of Japan, that Japan would remain one state, was made early in the process by General MacArthur. The Soviets planned to occupy the northern island of Hokkaido and establish a puppet Soviet regime, identical to what was occurring in East Germany. If this had succeeded, Japan could have been divided into a Communist North Japan and a Democratic South Japan for the length of the Cold War. Appeasement of the Soviets was still very much in favor at the State Department, and it is possible that if the Soviets had simply begun landing in Hokkaido, that Washington may have capitulated on that point. After all, the Soviets were full members, with Great Britain, in the Allied commission to supervise and monitor the Supreme Commander in Tokyo. The Soviets also insisted upon a tri-partite division of Tokyo, similar to what was being done in Berlin. MacArthur would have none of it. Continue reading
Eisenhower and MacArthur-The Command Team That Never Was
Two of the five men who have held the rank of General of the Army, Dwight Eisenhower and Douglas MacArthur, could be quite acerbic in their assessments of each other. MacArthur in 1947 referred to Eisenhower as the best clerk he ever had, and Eisenhower was fond of saying that he studied dramatics under MacArthur. Both assessments had a fair amount of truth. Eisenhower was the consummate military manager, but he lacked almost all skill as a commander of forces in combat. His one taste of such command, in North Africa, produced distinctly lackluster results. As for MacArthur he was overly dramatic, a penchant that played well in the Victorian world in which he was born, but often seemed ludicrous by World War II.
It is intriguing to speculate about what sort of command team they would have made if they had served together in World War II. As Chief of Staff for MacArthur, Eisenhower would have been indispensable in making the most of the resources that MacArthur got at the tail end of a very long supply chain. His skill at diplomacy would have smoothed the ruffled feathers of Presidents, as well as the often stormy relations that MacArthur had with the Navy and the Australians. MacArthur would have contributed the streak of strategic and operational brilliance that Eisenhower sorely lacked. Continue reading
September 14, 1945: Statement by MacArthur
The task confronting MacArthur seventy years ago in Japan was absolutely staggering. As Supreme Commander Allied Powers, he found himself in charge of a devastated Japan. Most of its major cities were collections of rubble. The Japanese rail system was in shambles from Allied bombing. Most of the Japanese merchant fleet was now sailing the bottom of the Pacific. An immense famine was manifestly waiting in the wings. The Japanese shattered medical system was unable to cope with rampant disease. Finally, the Japanese economy was at a virtual standstill, awaiting the repatriation of millions of Japanese troops stationed overseas to add to the ranks of the unemployed. To top this off, MacArthur also had to fend off loud demands from politicians and ordinary American citizens that Japan be punished, anger at the unprovoked war still being raw in the United States. MacArthur, ever sensitive to public opinion, on September 14, 1945 released a statement to give some inkling to his fellow countrymen of the situation in Japan:
September 14, 1945
New York Times.
I have noticed some impatience in the press, based upon the assumption of a so-called soft policy in Japan. This can only arise from an erroneous concept of what is occurring.
The first phase of the occupation must of necessity be based on military considerations which involved the deployment forward of our troops and the disarming and demobilization of the enemy. This is coupled with the paramount consideration of withdrawing our former prisoners of war and war internees from internment camps and evacuating them to their homes.
Safety and security require that all of the steps shall proceed with precision and completeness, lest calamity may be precipitated.
The military phase is proceeding in an entirely satisfactory way.
Over half of the enemy's force in Japan proper is now demobilized and the entire program will be practically complete by the middle of October. During this interval of time, safety and complete security must be assured.
When the first phase is completed, other phases as provided in the surrender terms will infallibly follow. No one need have any doubt about the prompt, complete, entire fulfillment of the terms of surrender. The process, however, takes time. It is well understandable that in the face of atrocities committed by the enemy there should be impatience. This natural impulse, however, should be tempered by the fact that security and military expediency still require an exercise of some restraint. The surrender terms aren't soft and they won't be applied in kid-glove fashion.
Economically and industrially as well as militarily, Japan is completely exhausted and depleted. She is in a condition of utter collapse. Her governmental structure is controlled completely by occupation forces and is operating only to the extent necessary to insure such an orderly and controlled procedure as will prevent social chaos, disease and starvation. Continue reading
On Wisconsin
The men of the 24th Wisconsin weren't sure about this. They were coming under heavy fire and from the looks of things they were being asked to commit suicide. Charging uphill into Confederate entrenchments, how could they win? When their second standard bearer went down, they were convinced this attack was a very bad idea. Then an eighteen year old Lieutenant stepped forward and grabbed the flag. Turning to the men he yelled, "On Wisconsin!" and began clambering up Missionary Ridge. With a roar, the men followed, the Lieutenant eventually planting their standard on top of Missionary Ridge. That night of November 25, 1863 the corps commander of the 24th Wisconsin, hard bitten regular army, Major General Phil Sheridan, tearfully embraced the young Lieutenant, and told the men of the 24th to take care of him, because he had just won the Medal of Honor. He had too, although like many of the Civil War recipients, he would not receive the Medal until decades after the War.
In the battles and campaigns that followed the young Lieutenant, who had lied about his age to join the Union Army at 17, rose steadily in rank, eventually commanding the regiment and ending the war as a 19 year old brevet Colonel, the youngest colonel in the Union Army. In Wisconsin he would ever after be known as the "boy colonel".
After the War, he briefly studied law, but in 1866 he re-enlisted in the Army as a Second Lieutenant, retiring in 1909 as a Lieutenant General. Continue reading
Near Civil War in Wisconsin
The election of 1856 was hotly contested throughout the North, with state after state switching from Democratic control to that of the new found Republican party. The Democrat incumbent Governor of Wisconsin, William A Barstow, was initially declared the winner of the contest by a mere 157 votes. The Republicans cried fraud. Democrats and Republicans formed rival militia units and began to converge on Madison, determined to fight if the "wrong" candidate were sworn in as governor. Both Barstow and his Republican rival, Coles Bashford, were sworn in as governor in dueling inauguration ceremonies on January 7, 1857. Civil War seemed all but certain.
The Wisconsin Attorney General now filed a writ of Quo Warranto seeking the removal of Barstow from office on the grounds that he was fraudulently elected. The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled on the matter, and, sure enough, evidence was produced that Barstow owed his margin of victory from "returns" from non-existent precincts in the sparsely settled northern part of the young state. Barstow, who had initially said that he would not give up the governorship alive, ultimately decided that public opinion was running against him and resigned on March 21, 1857. His Lieutenant Governor now was sworn in and stated that he would be the Governor come what may. On March 25, the Supreme Court ruled that Bashford had won the election with a vote total of 1009. The Lieutenant Governor/Governor decamped from Madison with his supporters and Bashford was recognized by the Wisconsin legislature as Governor. Continue reading
September 2, 1945: Japan Surrenders
A fascinating newsreel of the surrender ceremony aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Note that MacArthur hands pens after he signs to General Wainwright and General Percival. Both men had been prisoners of Japan for most of the War, and their gaunt skeletal presence at the surrender ceremony was a tribute to the Allied POWs who had been treated with a brutality scarcely believable. The Japanese representatives were impressed that they were not mocked but treated with courtesy, and they thought that perhaps this signaled that the occupation was not going to be as bad as they expected. MacArthur's closing remarks deserve to be remembered: Continue reading
Myths of MacArthur: Dugout Doug
Dugout Doug MacArthur lies ashaking on the Rock
Safe from all the bombers and from any sudden shock
Dugout Doug is eating of the best food on Bataan
And his troops go starving on.
Dugout Doug's not timid, he's just cautious, not afraid
He's protecting carefully the stars that Franklin made
Four-star generals are rare as good food on Bataan
And his troops go starving on.
Dugout Doug is ready in his Kris Craft for the flee
Over bounding billows and the wildly raging sea
For the Japs are pounding on the gates of Old Bataan
And his troops go starving on…
Anonymous, 1942
Over the next few years we will be taking a look at General Douglas MacArthur, concentrating on his rule of Japan and his role in the Korean War. A larger than life figure even while he lived, MacArthur has always sparked strong hate and love. A number of myths have cropped up about Macarthur, and several posts will deal with dispelling these myths, so that we can look at him in the cold light of historical fact. The first myth up is that of Dugout Doug.
The myth of Dugout Doug contends that MacArthur was a coward, who refused to share the dangers of his troops on Bataan, and fled from them, leaving them to endure defeat and brutal captivity, often ending in their deaths.
It is probably accurate to say that MacArthur was not a brave man. In order to be brave, in a physical sense, one must know a fear of physical pain or death. Some men simply have no such fear. George Washington did not. Throughout the French and Indian War and the American Revolution he constantly exposed himself to enemy fire while he led from the front, to the terror of his aides, who were brave men. They marveled that Washington showed no sign of fear, and his only reaction to being fired upon was a look of minor annoyance. Continue reading
August 23, 1945: MacArthur Takes Charge
MacArthur who was going to be responsible for ruling post war Japan during the occupation, lost no time in telling the Japanese precisely what they must do as he entered Japan to stage manage the formal surrender and take up his role as, in effect, the Yankee Shogun:
August 23, 1945
New York Times.
(1) Weather permitting, air-borne forces accompanying the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers will land at Atsugi Airdrome, in the vicinity of Tokyo, and naval and marine forces will land in the vicinity of Yokosuka Naval Base on Aug. 28, 1945. The instrument of surrender will be signed in the Tokyo area on Aug. 31.
(2) Requirements of the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers presented to Japanese representatives at Manila, Philippine Islands, Aug. 20, 1945:
Requirements for entry of the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers and his accompanying forces.
(1) The Japanese Imperial Government and Japanese Imperial General Headquarters will require execution of the following requirements effective 1800 hours [6 P.M.] Aug. 24, 1945:
(a) Japanese armed forces and civilian aviation authorities will insure that all Japanese military, naval and civil aircraft in Japan remain on ground, on water or aboard ship until further notification of disposition to be made of them.
(b) Japanese or Japanese-controlled military, naval or merchant vessels of all types in Japanese waters will be maintained without damage and will undertake no movement beyond voyages in progress pending instructions of the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers. Vessels at sea will immediately render harmless and throw overboard explosives of all types. Vessels not at sea will immediately remove explosives of all types to safe storage ashore.
(c) Merchant vessels under 100 gross tons engaged in civilian supply activities in Japanese waters are excepted from foregoing instructions. Vessels in Tokyo Bay engaged in evacuation of personnel from Yokosuka Naval Base are also excepted. Continue reading
Quotes Suitable for Framing: William Manchester
He was a thundering paradox of a man, noble and ignoble, inspiring and outrageous, arrogant and shy, the best of men and the worst of men, the most protean, most ridiculous, and most sublime. No more baffling, exasperating soldier ever wore a uniform. Flamboyant, imperious, and apocalyptic, he carried the plumage of a flamingo, could not acknowledge errors, and tried to cover up his mistakes with sly, childish tricks. Yet he was also endowed with great personal charm, a will of iron, and a soaring intellect. Unquestionably he was the most gifted man-at arms- this nation has produced.
William Manchester in a great one paragraph description of Douglas MacArthur, American Caesar
One sure way to get a fight started among American students of military history is to mention Douglas MacArthur. About 40% will regard him as a vastly overrated egotistical incompetent, and another 40% will regard him as perhaps America's greatest general. Twenty percent will try to say that both sides have their points, just before a heated debate begins. My own perspective is that we are still too close to MacArthur's stormy time to render a judicious verdict on his career. MacArthur is both the hero and villain of his biography and it will take generations to sort him out.
October 20, 1944: MacArthur Returns to the Philippines
Mine eyes have seen MacArthur
With a Bible on his knee,
He is pounding out communiqués
For guys like you and me,
And while possibly a rumor now,
Someday 'twill be a fact,
That the Lord will hear a deep voice
Say, "Move over God, it's Mac!"
Anonymous Marine on Corregidor (1942)
The most controversial of American commanders in World War II, MacArthur has always roused strong emotion. Reviled by some as a supreme egotist and an overrated general, and hailed by others as the greatest general in American history, MacArthur will be fought over in history books from now until Doomsday, a fate which I think would not have displeased him. However, I suspect critics and admirers alike can agree on one thing. Seventy years ago MacArthur had the supreme moment of his life:
I have returned. By the grace of Almighty God our forces stand again on Philippine soil — soil consecrated in the blood of our two peoples. We have come, dedicated and committed, to the task of destroying every vestige of enemy control over your daily lives, and of restoring, upon a foundation of indestructible, strength, the liberties of your people.
At my side is your President, Sergio Osmena, worthy successor of that great patriot, Manuel Quezon, with members of his cabinet. The seat of your government is now therefore firmly re- established on Philippine soil.
The hour of your redemption is here. Your patriots have demonstrated an unswerving and resolute devotion to the principles of freedom that challenges the best that is written on the pages of human history. I now call upon your supreme effort that the enemy may know from the temper of an aroused and outraged people within that he has a force there to contend with no less violent than is the force committed from without.
Rally to me. Let the indomitable spirit of Bataan and Corregidor lead on. As the lines of battle roll forward to bring you within the zone of operations, rise and strike. Strike at every favorable opportunity. For your homes and hearths, strike! For future generations of your sons and daughters, strike! In the name of your sacred dead, strike! Let no heart be faint. Let every arm be steeled. The guidance of divine God points the way. Follow in His Name to the Holy Grail of righteous victory!
Douglas MacArthur


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An open letter to evangelicals, from an evangelical
After months of campaigning, the Iowa caucuses are finally just a week away. The Hawkeye State's caucus is the first of several GOP primaries where evangelicals will make up a substantial portion of the voting bloc. Since Mitt Romney first ran for the presidency in 2008, there has been the question of whether evangelicals can and/or will support him. I would like to make an appeal to my evangelical brothers and sisters across Iowa and the rest of the nation to not use Mormonism as the reason to oppose Mitt Romney for the Republican nomination.
Why do I have the authority to make this appeal? Well, let me take just a brief moment to list my credentials. I was raised in a small Protestant denomination whose first word is "Evangelical". I attended a Christian college where renowned evangelist Billy Graham was once president. I have even worked for three different denominations of Protestant churches. So, not to infringe upon the now infamous Christine O'Donnell commercial, but "I am you".
As Governor Romney embarks upon his final campaign swing through Iowa, why does this evangelical feel completely comfortable supporting him to become the leader of this great nation?
Morals and Values
While there may be some theological issues dividing evangelicals and Mormons, we still share morals and values in common. I believe that this is more important in selecting a President than simply having a candidate whose denomination or religion corresponds with my own. The question we ought to ask is, "how will this person's faith influence his or her decisions once they are in the Oval Office?" And whether someone is Southern Baptist, Assembly of God, Evangelical Free, or Mormon, we all share a common moral code which subscribes to the same Ten Commandments, the institution of marriage, and a strong belief in the sanctity of life to cite a few examples. That is what will give a very good indication as to how a President addresses an issue when it arises. Yes, theological differences do exist, but these shared morals and values transcend the differences in doctrine when it comes to trusting someone with the Presidency of the United States.
For example, if a bill dealing with the sanctity of life comes to President Romney's desk, it won't matter if he believes in speaking in tongues or continuing revelation. What matters is that he agrees with us that the lives of unborn children should be protected, which indeed he does. Will a different opinion on theosis come into play when addressing our budget deficit or getting a balanced budget amendment passed? Absolutely not. The differences in theological doctrine between evangelical Protestants and Mormons will not result in a differing viewpoint on the tough issues facing our nation today.
Governor Romney's 42-year marriage to his wife Ann and devotion to his family is a perfect example of the values and morals he possesses. Recent statistics show that almost half of marriages now end in divorce. What a great example it would be to have someone in the White House who has not only talked about family values, but lived it as well. That is something we as evangelicals would be proud of in a President and aspire to in our own lives.
When I attended a campaign rally in 2008, Governor Romney spoke about the importance of marriage before having children so that the child could have the stability and advantage of having both a mother and father present in their life (and also why marriage should be between a man and a woman). Again, something that we as evangelicals can rally behind. A difference in religion does not mean that a difference in morals and values exists. As I have discovered by closely watching Mitt Romney over the past four years, there is certainly not a difference between his values and my own.
Once the connection of shared morals and beliefs with a candidate has been established, it makes sense to look at his or her actual qualifications to become President of the United States. I happen to believe that based on his accomplishments and life experiences in the private sector and as Governor of Massachusetts, Mitt Romney is the most qualified candidate in the race.
If you are an evangelical and a business owner, here is something to consider: when you are looking to hire somebody for your business, do you look to hire the person most qualified to complete the task at hand, or do you narrow your search to only other evangelicals? I'm guessing most would say that they desire to have the most qualified person for the job regardless of religion, because ministry jobs aside, when does simply being an evangelical Christian make you more qualified for a job? It doesn't (just look at Jimmy Carter's presidency). The Lord has gifted each one of us uniquely and differently. And just as being an evangelical does not make somebody more qualified to be a sales associate, truck driver, or attorney, neither does it make someone more qualified to be President of the United States.
There's no question that it's comforting and exciting to have someone of the exact same religious beliefs running for office, but that by itself doesn't mean he or she is the best fit for the job. I'm an evangelical, but I can honestly tell you that if I jumped into the presidential race right now I would not be the most qualified person. Far from it! It is equally nonsensical to support someone by looking only at their religious affiliation and not take qualifications into account. If those evangelical business owners we talked about previously hired without considering an applicant's qualifications, their businesses would likely be in serious trouble.
We as evangelicals shouldn't be afraid to support someone for President who shares the same morals and values we do and is best qualified to lead this nation, even if he doesn't subscribe to the exact same faith that we do. Evangelicals have voted for and elected Latter-Day Saints before, without bringing about ruinous results.
It would be a shame to miss out on the opportunity to put Mitt Romney in the White House, who in my opinion has within him the ability to be a tremendous President of the United States, simply because of theological doctrine. There is much more that unites us than divides us.
~Dave P


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Application & Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
To be an Emerald Eagle Scholar, you must:
- Enroll as a freshman the same year you graduate from high school.
- Have a family adjusted gross income of $40,000 or less.
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Getting Started
No special application is necessary. Your eligibility for the Emerald Eagle Scholar program is based on the information you provide when you apply to UNT. Because space is limited, eligible students will be chosen based on their SAT score and high school class rank. You should:
- Apply with the Texas Common Application on the ApplyTexas website and submit a completed application and application fee by March 1.
- Submit transcripts and SAT or ACT scores to the UNT Office of Admissions by March 1. Visit UNT Undergraduate Admission Requirements for more information.
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Surfers around the globe are always on the hunt for the perfect wave seeking that barrel of opportunity. We are blessed in San Diego with having multiple surf breaks during certain swells catering to the sport of surfing and boogey boarding nearly year round. However, when the ocean is flat, there is very little to no opportunity to catch any waves with the exception of a man made FlowBarrel and FlowRider system. In search of the endless "left" barrel, I took my adventure to the WaveHouse in San Diego on Mission Beach. http://goo.gl/maps/84Jle
FlowBarrel – Wavehouse
The WaveHouse in Mission Beach offers two different systems for surfing and boogey boarding adventurers: FlowBarrel and FlowRider. The FlowBarrel is labeled as the mother of all artificial wave machines and is the closest man has come to recreating the power, challenge and beauty of Banzai Pipeline (Hawaii's surf reef break). This 10-foot wave machine known as Bruticus Maximus, pumps 100,000 gallons of water per minute over a uniquely shaped ride surface creating the endless barrel.
Flowbarrel (Surf and Boogey) – WaveHouse
After signing the release of liability waiver and getting my wristband, I stepped onto the stage and spoke with fellow participants to better understand this wave. The wave looked like a lot of fun but also a little intimidating as I watched others attempt this barrel ride. Participants have the choice of riding the sponge or standing up on the surfboard (a little larger than a skate deck).
Having never attempted a ride on the FlowBarrel, I decided it would be best to start with the sponge. I got a few tips from my fellow riders and launched myself onto the wave. Everyone told me keep weight on my left elbow while pushing down with my left hand and pulling up the right rail with my right hand. As I got positioned on the wave, I attempted to complete the list above but did something wrong as I got swallowed by the barrel and spit out.
Watching some of the participants on the FlowBarrel made it look so easy but I knew after my attempt that practice would be key. The FlowBarrel really shines when someone of great skill rides this endless barrel. This guy made the wave look easy and demonstrated to most of us how one should be able to ride this machine.
For those looking to learn how to surf on the FlowBarrel or FlowRider, the staff offers the ability to do tow in surfing for added balance. The lifeguard simply holds on to a piece of rope as the rider holds on to the other hand.
FlowBarrel Finish Zone and Hot Tub – WaveHouse
After every rider has fallen, they get sucked into the barrel and spit out to a padded area on the side. You go at a pretty fast speed during this process and it is highly recommended to cover your head with your hands and arms for added protection. Those who wish to warm up in between waves can jump in any one of the 2 hot tubs available on the platform and watch other riders perform on the wave.
FlowBarrel Main Stage – Wavehouse
Overall I had a lot of fun on the FlowBarrel and wish I could have tried the FlowRider as well, which doesn't include a barrel. All riders are on display on this stage as patrons to the WaveHouse enjoy cold cocktails and food while looking on. I learned to not take myself so serious on this barrel of fun as most of my attempts were short lived and I got used to getting tossed over the falls and spit out. Your time on the wave is based on an hourly basis and one should expect to get at least 5 rides or attempts with many more possible depending on your motivation level during the hour.
When I decide to go next, I might try wearing a spring suit or padded shorts to protect my legs when I fall. The whole area is pretty well padded but I found when I got spit out of the barrel that some of the grate like equipment for drainage had a tendency to burn my hamstrings and butt a little bit. As the sun starts to set, the lights come on while riding the wave giving the feeling that you are really in the spotlight. The WaveHouse is a great place for entertainment, to dine, take in a drink and watch these riders perform at their best or cringe at their falls. Let the music sweep you away as you stare out into the ocean or out of the barrel at the FlowBarrel at the WaveHouse in Mission Beach.
Most importantly be careful and have fun. Some of the wipeouts may put you in a daze so always remember to cover your head with your arms and hands.


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Every Morning When He Wakes Up, Bill Ayers Wonders How He Can Destroy Capitalism
Via Hot Air, President Obama's old pal Bill Ayers was at another leftist occupy gathering and talked about what motivates him to wake up every morning – destroying capitalism.
"I get up every morning thinking today I'm going to make a difference. Today I'm going to end capitalism. Today I'm going to make a revolution. I go to bed every night disappointed but…I'm back again tomorrow."
We all know what these radicals want to replace capitalism with – communism. If the horrors of communism were taught in schools, perhaps more people would be alarmed by this sort of talk coming from a friend of the president. But seeing that people like Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn are educators, it's up to parents to teach these things to our kids.
Free markets lift people out of poverty and give people hope, and the left wants to do away with economic freedom. They prefer central economic planning, cronyism, unions picking the pockets of taxpayers and poverty for all but the well connected. They prefer a world where people believe their only hope is to spend a big percentage of their small income on lottery tickets.
The full video can be seen here.
H/T Ed Driscoll
Cross posted at The Lonely Conservative
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Stuttgart Cars S.L. Camping-bus hollidays in Spain and Portugal
Campervan / Motorhome Hire Spain – Campervans Rental 2014 . Camping-bus holidays in Spain and Portugal.We invite you to explore Spain and Portugal in camping-bus.
Here there is still little known beautiful regions to discover as well as the famous regions we already known. The green Galicia offers coasts with dream beaches and sun along the whole country. The north-west of Spain offers too skying holidays in the mountain and a wide offer of cultural attractions.
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Castle is all about secrets, surveillance and military strikes in "The Human Factor." The episode provides the most technologically-sophisticated cause of death yet—a drone. With no body, no proof and no witnesses, the team must rely on their instincts to guide them.
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- Director: Bill Roe
- Writer: David Amann
- Cast: Nathan Fillion, Stana Katic, Jon Huertas, Seamus Dever, Carlos Bernard, Jed Bernard
Episode Title: "The Human Factor"
A car bombing responsible for Dale Tanner's murder is shrouded in mystery when Homeland Security cleans the crime scene and takes the body. When the team discovers the victim's identity, they learn more about the man who ran a website exposing government and corporate secrets. When CSU learns that the explosion was caused by an aerial attack, they must find out why the Feds are trying to cover it up.
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- Old Theme, New Approach: Warburg explains that we need humans because their emotionally-driven actions and intuition are far more valuable than the logic run by computer systems. It's nice to see intuition and emotion, two qualities often regarded as weaknesses, recognized as strengths in our decision-making.
- Balance: Beckett's prank-playing on Castle and teasing that he'd run away from danger is effective after he proved that he would stick by her side in the greatest of dangers in "Still." We're glad that they're able to make light of such heavy situations. Many of us need that kind of example to follow in our own lives. No matter how complicated things get, Beckett and Castle find a way to focus on the task at hand, and enjoy the little moments in life.
- Coincidence? We Think Not: This episode shares its title with a book by Graham Greene and a movie based on the real lives of British spies. Like one of Castle's crazy theories regarding a Bond villain, Greene set out to debunk the myths surrounding spies. According to him, they're not as action-packed and glamorous as we imagine. It drives home the point that Beckett seems set on keeping her homicide job because she works plenty of exciting cases. Not to mention working with a team she's grown to trust and love.
- "A" Team: Stack compliments Beckett on her asymmetrical thinking. While she does a great job of thinking outside of the box, the reason she enjoys her job is due to Castle, Esposito and Ryan. We really noticed their teamwork this week. It's sometimes joked that Ryan and Esposito are the "B Team," they contributed greatly to the case. Maybe Lanie will reappear before the season's over too?
The So-So:
- Hush, Hush: There's a great parallel between the team working a mysterious case and Beckett keeping a secret from Castle. How do we feel about Beckett not telling Castle what Stack said? It is nothing if she's not considering the job. But is there something missing in their relationship if she chooses not to share?
The Bad:
- Self-Demotion: We're not sure what to make of Castle's books being on the clearance rack at the store. Why would the writers intentionally display Storm Season in that way? Even if they're signalling a major change in the show we've come to love, we fans (and book buyers) are disappointed.
The Quotes:
- Castle (to Beckett): "If you're trying to decide what to wear, just wear what you're wearing now…or less."
- Beckett: "Pervert!" Castle: "That's Field Marshal pervert to you."
- Castle: "Hey, guys. Get this a lot, Agent J? Agent K?"
- Beckett: "Well, we don't have a body. We don't have a crime scene. And we don't have any witnesses, but–" Castle: "At least we have each other."
- Beckett: "In my experience, huge bureaucracies don't act with that kind of efficiency."
- Stack: "Jared Stack, special investigator for the Attorney General's office." Castle: "I've never heard of it." Stack (whispers): "You're not supposed to."
- Stack: "I'm even wearing a mask." Castle: "Really?" Stack: "No."
- Castle (to Stack): "That theory is highly improbable. And coming from me, that's saying something."
- Castle: "Machines have achieved consciousness. And they are pissed."
- Castle: "Warburg…sounds like a Bond villain, right?"
- Beckett: "Castle, you don't actually believe that. And keep in mind if you say 'yes', I will find you less attractive."
- Castle: "I was pretty close." Beckett: "If by close, you mean opposite."
- Castle: "I love this place." Beckett: "Oh look, Storm Season…oh, on the clearance table." Castle: "And love fades."
- Castle: "I just had a deeply disturbing thought." Beckett: "Much like most of your thoughts?"
- Castle: "I can't believe you missed with every shot." Beckett: "Really? Do you think that you shot down that drone with your marksmanship?"
- Castle (answering phone): "Press one for Castle. Press two for Beckett." Esposito: "How 'bout I just talk, jackass."
- Stack: "Look at that, how she uses the silence. She's a force to be reckoned with." Castle: "You don't know the half of it."
"The Human Factor" contains great writing, acting and an engaging case. It's an effective lead-up to the season finale.
Rating: 8/10
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Tony Dovolani and his partner, Melissa Rycroft (right), took home the mirror ball trophy on the All-Star season of ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" on Tuesday night, the team's second try.
Dovolani, a professional ballroom dancer who co-owns Dance with Me in Stamford, had paired with Rycroft, once a finalist on "The Bachelor" and a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader in 2009, when they finished third.
This season, "Team Melissa" beat former Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson and her partner, Derek Hough, in the finale, doing the samba to the song "Life is a Highway." Johnson and Hough were the favorites to to win, but a bad call on Derek's part left the couple short points in the finals.
Dovolani owns Dance With Me with Petra Murgatroyd, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Valentin Chmerkovskiy, who took the runner-up spot on Tuesday night's show with his partner, Kelly Monaco. It is the fourth dance studio the three business partners have opened in the Tri-state area since 2005 (including locations in Ridgefield, New York City and Long Island).


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Mushroom event set at Dry Fork
Have you ever wondered if the mushrooms in your back yard are edible? The West Virginia Mushroom Club can help. Whether you're an amateur who doesn't know a thing about wild mushrooms or an experienced mushroom hunter who has been picking mushrooms for a lifetime, there will be something for everybody at the wild mushroom foray in Dry Fork on Friday evening and all day Saturday.
Plans are in place for a fun-filled and educational day, rain or shine. The fee for attendance is $50 per person, but those younger than 8 or older than 80 attend for free.
Visiting experts will include Gary Lincoff, author of the "Audubon Field Guide to Mushrooms," "The Complete Mushroom Hunter," "The Joy of Foraging" and several other books.
Noah Siegel, a mushroom identification and photography expert, will be leading one of the mushroom walks. Even if you have a really basic camera, Siegel has tips that can help you take better photos and learn about wild mushrooms at the same time.
In addition to the visiting experts, there will be some nationally famous local experts as well. Barbour County resident William Roody, author of "Mushrooms of West Virginia and the Central Appalachians," will be present and available to sign copies of his book. Barbour County mushroom and wildlife expert Donna Mitchell will be there to help you sort and display the mushrooms you collect.
Walt Sturgeon, another nationally recognized mushroom expert and photographer, will be offering a beginner's course about Appalachian fungi. Plus, Randolph County resident Kyle Weaner will be using the skills he learned while living in India to demonstrate how to bring wild mushrooms to life with various herbs, spices and cooking techniques.
The event will begin with registration at the Dry Fork Assembly of God Fellowship Hall (not the church), off Route 32, at the Randolph/Tucker County line at 5 p.m. Friday. There will be an optional pizza and salad social at 6 p.m., followed by Sturgeon's educational presentation at 7 p.m.
At 8 a.m. Saturday, registration resumes and at 9:15 a.m., groups will car pool to hunt for mushrooms in Canaan Valley and Blackwater Falls State Parks.
While the foray walks take place Saturday morning, Alissa Allen will be offering a mushroom dye class. Learn how to make beautiful gifts, containing just about every color in the rainbow, using mushrooms and other fungi found locally.
After the foray walks and the dye workshop, there will be a lunch break. If you're too busy to pack something for lunch, hot dogs and simple sandwiches will be available in exchange for a small donation.
During the lunch hour, Paul Goland from Franklin will offer a shitake workshop. Attendance is free, but for $10 (less than half the retail price) you can inoculate and take home your own log.
After lunch, there will be a few more educational programs, a cooking demonstration, some wild mushroom dishes for you to taste, and then the experts will teach you about the mushrooms collected that morning or brought in from home.
Maybe you can't become a mushroom expert in one day, but you can learn to easily recognize some of the deadly poisonous and common edibles available locally.
There will also be a fundraising sales table and a silent auction featuring T-shirts designed especially for the event as well as items of interest to mushroom lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
So, pack up a basket, water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera, and head out to enjoy the fun. Bring along any wild mushrooms you find outside your house or along the drive and the experts will identify them for you.
You can visit www.wvmushroomclub.org and use Paypal to guarantee your spot and speed up registration at the foray. For more information, email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 304 636 7074 and ask for Shelly Conrad.


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Humans are losing the arms race against infectious disease as more and more germs develop resistance to broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Through a new grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, an entity of the National Institutes of Health, San Diego State University will lay the foundation for new treatment therapies, transforming the way infectious diseases are treated.
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In collaboration with the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and the University of New Mexico/Los Alamos National Laboratory, San Diego State University has been awarded a EUREKA (Exceptional, Unconventional Research Enabling Knowledge Acceleration) grant, which awards highly innovative research that will have a high impact on public health.
The research will examine the potential for genetically specific therapy against pathogenic bacteria — such as Salmonella, E. coli and Staphylococcus/methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Once you get it working, there are a million other applications for human health.
"Many of the most dangerous bacteria are resistant to the multiple broad-spectrum antibiotics that we use now," said microbiologist Stanley Maloy, dean of SDSU's College of Sciences and co-principal investigator on the study.
"The approach we are taking would allow us to specifically target the bacteria responsible for an infection and develop a specific antibiotic to treat that particular pathogen."
Developing new and novel approaches to disease treatment
The goal of the project is to develop novel approaches to develop and deliver new antibiotics. They will initially develop antibiotics specific for Salmonella as the proof-of-concept. But once developed, the applications are limitless.
"Once you get it working, there are a million other applications for human health," Maloy said.
The project will combine research in nanotechnology, metagenomics/comparative genomics and microbiology. It is the first time these three areas of research have been combined to focus on this issue.
Using comparative genomics, researchers plan to develop a new personalized therapy that will have the ability target dangerous pathogens without damaging beneficial microbes that live in the body. Then, using nano-engineered virus-like particles based upon biomimicry, antimicrobial agents can be delivered selectively and efficiently to kill only the pathogenic bacteria.
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According to Maloy, this method can be applied to a wide variety of pathogens and treatments can be continually redesigned as pathogens evolve resistance.
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Maloy will lead the SDSU team of researchers providing expertise in bacterial genetics and physiology, identifying potential targets and testing the antimicrobial activity against the treatments developed.
The bioinformatics portion of the research study will be led by Eric Jakobsson with the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. The virus-like particles have been invented and will be further developed by a group led by nanotechnologist Jeffrey Brinker from Los Alamos Laboratory in New Mexico.
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