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History of medicine, global health, Malaria, Dengue. I am currently working on a global history of dengue fever. Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, and most commonly by Aedes aegypti. Reports of dengue date from the 18th century, with sporadic epidemics occurring in parts of Asia, Africa and North America over the course of the nineteenth and early 20th centuries. Dr. Benjamin Rush provided a detailed description of what is believed to have been a major dengue fever outbreak in Philadelphia in 1780. The broader global expansion of dengue began in Southeast Asia after World War II and soon reached around the globe. By 2005, dengue had become the most important mosquito-borne viral disease affecting humans; its global distribution comparable to that of malaria, with an estimated 2.5 billion people living in areas at risk for epidemic transmission. 50-100 million cases of Dengue occur worldwide each year, 200,000-500,000 of which are hemorrhagic cases (DHF). The study will examine the emergence and global spread of dengue, with special attention to the complex set of biological, environmental, social and economic conditions that facilitated its rapid global expansion during the last decades of the 20th century. It will also explore efforts to understand and control the disease in different parts of the globe.
- International health history of disease malaria dengue
Randall M. Packard, The Making of a Tropical Disease: a Short History of Malaria (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2007)
Randall M. Packard, "Roll back malaria, Roll in Development"? Reassessing the economic burden of malaria" Population and Development Review, 35, 1 (2009), 53-87
Randall M. Packard, Peter Brown, Ruth Berkelman, and Howard Frumkin, Emerging Illnesses and Society: Negotiating the Public Health (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2004)
Randall M. Packard, David Howard, Doug Scott, DeAnn Jones, "The Global Impact of Resistance" Clinical Infectious Diseases. 36(S1) (2003): S4-S11.


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Well, There are several different methods but generally speaking, if you fish dries upstream you will mend the line i.e. throw slack or throw line downstream in an arch in order to avoid drag on the fly.When the fly comes down towards you in upstream dry fly fishing you begin to take home line so you will have line control in case a fish takes and also so you will be able to throw your line in a new cast instead of having to do a lot of false casting. If you fish downstream with dries you have to constantly throw slack and or mend in order to avoid drag. Remember if you have drag on the fly, i.e. if the fly is skittering you won't catch anything 98% of the time. There are exceptions but they are rare. If you are nymphing you would do the same if you nymph upstream. If you are nymphing downstream with the old wet fly techniques you would slowly take home line as you let the nymph come float downstream to avoid drag. When the nymph comes to the end of the drift you can start slowly taking it home and you will probably get a strike if you didn't get one on the swing at the end. Hope this makes sense. If you are fishing close and are using what we call high sticking you basically only use the leader and maybe a foot or two of line. You are holding the rod high and following the line as it drifts downstream. Be ready for a quick strike and lift your rod immediately. These are some ways to fly fish others can tell you about more advanced techniques such as shooting the line and double haul.
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There were several sentiments that penetrated throughout Narrowsburg last week. Those sentiments focused on the loss of one of our own residents, and respect for who he had become.
All of our local newspapers carried a lengthy obituary recounting Art Peck's diverse life with his numerous accomplishments, generosity to the community, and even the practical joker side of his personality was exposed to those that may not have experienced it firsthand. What wasn't captured in print was the overwhelming community respect credited to Art and the Peck family.
On Saturday, February 1, Main Street was filled with cars parked on either side of the street, the municipal parking lot behind the bank was overflowing, and people were seen walking up and down the street, despite the cloudy, gray, overcast afternoon with intermittent snow showers. The occasion—a memorial visitation for Art Peck.
The esteem for Art and family was evident on Saturday as people waited patiently on a line that ran out Rasmussen's Funeral Home, down the steps and around to the front of the building. No one seemed impatient; they seemed determined to convey to the Peck family how much they would miss Art.
Art proved that a man with "determination," as his son-in-law Paul Kean so aptly summed up Art Peck's life, can personally accomplish so much and still have time for a community. Our Narrowsburg community has lost a dear resident. Art Peck was well respected, and he will be remembered and truly missed.


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Working To Prevent Family Violence: 10 Questions for Kathleen Schoen
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Docket recently sat down with Kathleen Schoen, the Colorado Bar Association's Director of Local Bar Relations and Access to Justice, to talk about how this issue impacts lawyers and families alike. Schoen, Jill Lafrenz, Denise Kay, and two law students coordinate and staff the programs of the Colorado Bar Association's Family Violence Program, as well as local bar relations and access to justice.
The Docket: You were recently were recognized with the Sharon Corbitt Award from the American Bar Association. Tell us why you were recognized and what the award means to you?
Schoen: I was recognized as a lawyer who has provided exceptional service to victims of domestic violence in the spirit of Sharon Corbitt. Sharon Corbitt was an Oklahoma lawyer who served on the ABA Commission on Domestic Violence, as well as chair of the ABA Family Violence Section. She was involved in systemic reform, as well as direct representation of those involved in family violence.
After 25 years of working in the area family violence prevention and intervention in many legal arenas, it was amazing to be recognized by the American Bar Association. More important, the award recognized all that the Colorado Bar Association and its members have accomplished. That is really important, going back to the 1996 Family Violence Task Force. Lawyers in this state have had an incredible role in the attempt to end family violence.
TD: Why is it important to have a month dedicated to education about issues related to domestic violence?
S: If we had any idea the impact this had on our society, especially our children, we would have a whole year dedicated to this issue. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is really meant to bring the issue of domestic violence to the fore.
TD: What is the most important thing the legal community can do to help raise awareness of and eliminate domestic violence?
S: To truly understand the dynamics of power and control that is a major part of the majority of these relationships. This has a huge impact on children in these families for the rest of their lives.
TD: What makes a domestic violence case different from other cases?
S: You're dealing with ongoing relationships, especially where children are involved. You're dealing with issues that have an impact on these parties and their children for years to come. You're dealing with societal attitudes about violence and its impact. These cases are often very emotional and often lead to burn-out by the professionals dealing with the parties. We do not want to think people exert such power and control over others, especially their families and pets. For these reasons it is hard for people, including professionals, to see what is going on in these cases until something drastic has happened.
TD: How can lawyers better prepare themselves for cases involving domestic violence?
S: They can educate themselves and they can consult with those who understand domestic violence as a power-and-control issue.
TD: What is the best way for lawyers to learn more about domestic violence?
S: There are a lot of great resources for the legal community:
TD: What is being done locally so that more victims of domestic violence have access to justice?
S: In many ways, Colorado is on the cutting edge in its response to family violence. We still have a long way to go. Some programs designed specifically for victims include:
TD: What plans do you and the CBA Family Violence Program have in the coming year?
S: We are focusing on community coordination for all professionals in the justice system to identify all victims of family violence, including intimate partners, children, elders and animals. We are also working with family law experts and the courts to look at the domestic relations system and to enhance the response to families involved in family violence in the court system. We continue to work with employers on dealing with the impact of domestic violence on the workplace.
TD: What is your ultimate goal while serving as director of the Family Violence Program?
S: The ultimate goal is that Colorado families have healthy relationships and children are able to grow and thrive.
TD: What resources are available to learn more or to seek help?
S: There are a lot of resources available.
For victims:
♦ Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence, www.ccadv.org, provides a list of domestic violence service providers around the state.
♦ National Domestic Violence Hotline, www.ndvh.org, provides crisis hotline assistance for domestic violence victims across the country: 800-799-SAFE (7233) or 800-787-3224 (TTY).
For those who use violence:
♦ Colorado Department of Safety, Division of Criminal Justice provides a list of certified counselors for those who use violence: dcj.state.co.us/odvsom/domestic_violence/providers.html and standards for sexual offenders: dcj.state.co.us/odvsom/sex_offender/index.html.
For children:
♦ Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect: www.kempe.org.
♦ Many domestic violence service programs have children's programs to help children deal with the impact of family violence. (See list of service providers, www.ccadv.org).
The following are resources for lawyers:
♦ American Prosecutors Research Institute, www.ndaa-apri.org, provides the voice of America's Prosecutors and supports their efforts to protect the rights and safety of the people.
♦ Colorado Legal Services, www.coloradolegalservices.org, offers help for low-income Coloradans seeking legal information dealing with civil legal matters only. No assistance is available for issues dealing with traffic violations or criminal matters.
♦ Family Violence Prevention Fund, www.endabuse.org, reaches out to new audiences including men and youth, promoting leadership within communities to ensure that violence prevention efforts become self-sustaining and transforming the way health-care providers, police, judges, employers, and others address violence.
♦ National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), www.ncadv.org, is based in Colorado. NCADV's work includes coalition building at the local, state, regional and national levels; support for the provision of community-based, non-violent alternatives; public education and technical assistance; policy development and innovative legislation; focus on the leadership of NCADV's caucuses and task forces developed to represent the concerns of organizationally under represented groups; and efforts to eradicate social conditions that contribute to violence against women and children.
♦ NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund, www.nowldef.org, uses the power of the law to define and defend women's rights.
♦ Resource Center on Domestic Violence: Child Protection and Custody, www.ncjfcj.org/dept/fvd/res_center, works to provide access to the best possible source of information and tangible assistance to those working in the field of domestic violence and child protection and custody.
♦ Rocky Mountain Children's Law Center, www.rockymountainchidrenslawcenter.org, provides maltreated children with critical legal services while they are in foster care, educating the community about their struggles, and pursuing public policy reform.
♦ Stalking Resource Center, www.ncvc.org/src, has a dual mission to raise national awareness of stalking and to encourage the development and implementation of multidisciplinary responses to stalking in local communities across the country.
♦ Tribal Court Clearinghouse, www.tribal-institute.org, is devoted to providing information to people working in Native American tribal courts. The Tribal Court Clearinghouse is designed as a resource for tribal justice systems and others involved in the enhancement of justice in Indian country.


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The following is a list of private home inspectors that have been recognized by the City of Des Moines for the purpose of performing private home inspections for properties to be sold on contract, pursuant to Chapter #60 of the Municipal Code. Upon completion of the contract inspection private home inspectors must submit their own form in person or via email to the Community Development Neighborhood Inspection Division located in the Argonne Armory Building, 2nd Floor, 602 Robert D Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309.
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Live at the 10th Annual East Coast Jazz Festival
Jazz Karma Records
To experience a seasoned pro in absolute top form, check out Ronnie Wells' Live at the 10th Annual East Coast Jazz Festival (Jazz Karma). Recorded a year-and-a-half ago in Rockville, Md., it's really two short albums combined into one sublime package. First, there's a 40-minute concert that showcases the indefatigable stylist's remarkable dexterity on a mixed bag of treats that ranges from the tender embrace of Mack Gordon's "This Is Always" to the gentle sway of the sprightly Sergio Mendes theme "Mas Que Nada." Then, there's a 30-minute "Jam Session" that teams Wells with two ideal playmates-fellow vocal veteran Ernie Andrews and tenor saxophonist Houston Person. Warming up with an easy-going "The More I See You," Wells and Andrews then step up the pace with a spirited "This Can't Be Love" before sliding into a cozy rendition of "I'm Glad There Is You" that could melt the stoniest heart. The real kicker, though, is a 10-minute treatment of Berry Gordy's "Try It Baby" that is pure, obstreperous joy. As live recordings go, it doesn't get much more scrumptious than this.


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WARNING... this blog post may be a bit bouncy, and touch on some subjects that might rub people the wrong way, if so- there are a trillion other blogs out there... if you like touching on warmishly hot topics, please leave some PBD love!
Who wants to read a boring blog anyway, I mean life is life- it's certainly not a bed of peonies(roses)!
Anyhooo, last night I was perusing some blogs and happened upon a post regarding octomoms new body... bottom line she looks hot! I am not here to judge any mother, we all excel in our own ways, and we all have things we may strive to be better at(getting in shape).
Well... the post was really about calling her bluff(plastic surgery or not)- def a topic up for discussion. It's a comment "alluding to the point that she should focus more on being a good mother rather then her body" that got me thinking.
Hmmm...if you aren't taking care of yourself, then what kind of example are you really setting. Now I am not talking extremes here, I am talking about being healthy, living your life to it's fullest- showing your children the importance of health, which to some aspect means focusing on your body! right?
This got me thinking even further... I have a full time job, PBD, AND I am also a mother. My plate is full, but I am following my dream! Now I hope that when Charli gets older she will see that yes, catching your dream is possible, and that she herself should reach for the moon- and hopefully land amongst that stars. Sappy I know... but this is how I feel.
I am tired at times, less motivated to be peppy mommy, but I am working on the bigger picture here. Setting an example.
I think setting personal goals is important, striving to be a better "you" and most importantly judging a little less!
Additionally, I would love to add how thankful I am for all my new followers and all the interesting blogs out there. I never realized how many INSPIRATIONAL women were out there following their dreams, carving their own space into the world. GO YOU! Seriously... taking a leap of faith takes guts.
PS- sorry for this mummbly jumble of a post, but I just wanted to share my thoughts!
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The upper portion of the Rockaway River is medium-sized,
with good pools, pockets, and runs. Here, it averages
30- to 40-feet wide, and flows through the Berkshire
Valley, Wharton, and Dover areas. Routes 699, 15, and
46 all aid in accessing the river. The most productive
stretch of the Rockaway is the Wharton to Dover area.
You'll find an abundant supply of trout throughout
this area.
Access to the river can be difficult in some areas.
There are a few parks along the way--in Wharton, Denville,
and Boonton--where you'll find parks and places to
park as well as fish. There are other access points,
too; just follow the secondary roads along the river
and look for areas to park. Hatches on the Rockaway
are fairly good and are getting better every year.
A variety of different Mayflies, Caddis, and Stoneflies
hatch at given times. Small Midges, Terrestrials, and
all-purpose nymphs also work well. In high water conditions,
fishing with nymphs and streamers is your best bet.
The best fishing on this river usually is early in
the season, although the summer can be productive depending
upon weather conditions.
The Rockaway is an excellent New Jersey river, with
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With a stay at Hotel Longhouse in Kuching, you'll be minutes from Tun Jugah Shopping Center and Hills Shopping Mall. This hostal is within close proximity of Tua Pek Kong and Chinese History Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Free self parking is available onsite.


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Origins of Tequila
Between the History and the Legend
For how long has tequila existed? It is difficult to provide an exact date. However, we can rightfully claim that, as a self-respecting Mexican spirit, tequila has a Mestizo origin, given its wonderful blend of pre-Columbian and Spanish traditions.
The oldest references to the use of Agave in our country go back to the pre-Columbian cultures and peoples of Mesoamèrica. Agave had myriad uses including: making beams, nails, roofs, and fences for household maintenance; it made useful threads, needles, and pins for mending and making clothes; and it was used in remedies to purify the kidneys and erase markings on the skin. Indigenous people used the Agave for these and many other purposes according to the chronicles that have survived to this day.
In the minds of pre-Columbians, such a useful and beneficial plant could only be of divine origin. According to Nahuatl spirituality, the Agave or Maguey represented the goddess Mayahuel-a divinity that possessed four hundred breasts to nurture its four hundred offspring; and the Centzon Totochtin, or divinities of drunkenness, which were an object of worship among the peoples of the Mesoamerican high plateau.
From Metl, the Nahuatl word for Agave, pre-Columbian societies obtained a ritual spirit, the Pulque, which was appreciated not only for its ceremonial character but also for its nutritional and restorative attributes. Not just anyone could enjoy Pulque; for instance only the elderly, pregnant women, the ill, those sentenced to death and, in some occasions, warriors preparing for battle drank it.
Let us briefly explain the methods used by ancient Mexicans to obtain spirits from the Agave. One of the most common techniques used for producing Pulque has lasted throughout the centuries. The method consisted of cutting and carving the cone of the plant so its juices would flow into an open cavity. The obtained liquid, called Aguamiel, or mead by the Spaniards, was crystalline and viscous, sweet and refreshing. The juice would undergo fermentation within a few hours, acquiring a pearly colour and alcoholic properties.
Another system used in obtaining liquid from the Agaves involved cooking the cones of the plant in underground ovens. The process resulted in a sweet juice, which, once fermented, acquired an intoxicating quality.


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community.msgnetwork.com Forums Sports Talk NEW YORK RANGERS LINE COMBOS!!!
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Like you didn't see this coming...
Any thoughts people? I saw some suggestion like this on twitter and I didn't think it's bad to start out.
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Good for you d3. I'd flip flop Hags and Kreider.
Say KC, what's your take on Kreider's five goals in 35 games?
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I haven't really paid muich attention, but Kkreider always seems to play to the level of talent around him, when that talent is the likes of Kris Newbury, you can understand the lack of scoring.
Sounds like torts will continue to be his stubborn self, and not invite a bunch of extra players to camp, but I'll ask, with the short camp, doesn't it make more sense to have a bunch of guys around that are in mid-season form? I don't know if the league is going to start with an expended roster(makes sense), but having a few guys around that have be playing all year seems to be a smart idea(especailly for 3rd and 4th liners.)
If we've learned one thing about John Tortorella during his tenure as Rangers' head coach, it is that THERE ARE NO LINE COMBOS.
Having said that, I break down the Rangers' potential lineup as follows:
Rick Nash is a lefthanded shooter who has played right wing his entire career. Same goes for Marian Gaborik. Ryan Callahan and Arron Asham (ugh) round out the right wings.
Brad Richards, Derek Stepan, Brian Boyle and Jeff Halpern get penciled in at center;
Chris Krieder, Carl Hagelin, Taylor Pyatt and Mike Rupp get penciled in at left wing. Therefore, my tentative line combos break down as follows:
Krieder - Richards - Nash
Hagelin - Stepan - Gaborik
Pyatt - Boyle - Callahan
Rupp - Halpern - Asham
Looking at this lineup, I HOPE some youngsters on the farm are given the opportunity to prove themselves, play their way into the lineup and win a spot on the roster, and replace some questionable 'weak links' currently expected to hold spots in the lineup...
I hope some youngsters crack the line up too. I do not want to watch Asham and Rupp play every game. Use them as needed. Isn't Asham still suspended too?
I am looking forward to seeing Pyatt play. Not expecting much but he seems like he has the potential to net a few goals.
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Maybe the shortened season helps, but the key to me is Stepan elevating and maIntaining a high level of play.
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How about the PP? What 2 PP lines do you guys see happening? Anyone remember where Nash normally plays?
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I think it will be hard to expect a lot of changes from last years lines, and I doubt we will see anyone from Ct. crack the lineup without injuries at the beginning of the season. One week of training camp isn't going to allow for much experimenting. I think Torts goes with what he has from last year atleast the start of the season.
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Let's Talk About…Inglourious Basterds
From: Sarah Gremillion
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2010 11:52 AM
To: Kimberly Faulhaber; Brian McClelland
Subject: IB
So, Inglourious Basterds!
I liked it! A lot! You guys know that I am a Quentin Tarantino fan. Nearly all of his stuff works for me, and this movie was no exception. It took me a long time to sit down and watch this one because the subject matter seemed in such bad taste. But now that I think about it, good taste isn't really something Tarantino strives for in any of his movies — with the exception of maybe Jackie Brown? Although not really there either. (Side question: Where is Bridget Fonda these days?) Anyway, rewriting the end of World War II as a gore-laden revenge romp is definitely not in good taste, but neither is Travolta accidentally blowing off an innocent person's face and then having to pick up bits of his skull in Pulp Fiction, and damn if Tarantino didn't make both of those scenarios really entertaining. It's his gift. In addition to making giddy Jew-hunting Nazis and a merry band of Nazi-scalpers seem totally reasonable (to me), Tarantino has also made a visually beautiful film here. The cinematography during the opening scene is The Real Deal. And he manages to have his actors switch freely from English to German to French without it being distracting or even, after a few minutes, noticeable. Props to Pacey-arm-candy Diane Kruger, who I'm pretty sure spoke all three languages so effortlessly that I didn't even realize she'd done it until hours after the movie was over. And Brad Pitt is hilarious. So much better here than when he's trying to be all "I'm Benjamin Button and I have an Important Lesson to teach you," or whatever. Eli Roth, on the other hand, was maybe not so great when asked to deliver more than a few words of dialogue. He made up for it with his bad Italian accent, though.
All this said, I think it's totally amazing that this movie is up for multiple Oscars, including the big ones! It's really well-made, yes, but it's about a band of Nazi hunters who brutally beat to death, scalp, and slice up their prisoners! Really, only Tarantino could pull this off.
Your thoughts?
From: Kimberly Faulhaber
Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:04:53
To: Sarah Gremillion; Brian McClelland
Subject: IB
Excellent insights, all. Have you read that Eli Roth's The Bear Jew (um, I feel weird typing that) was originally supposed to be played by Adam Sandler? Though, yes, this seems like a terrible casting choice, I cannot believe he couldn't spare a few days in his busy schedule of talking in a man-child voice for Tarantino. My respect for him would have soared! What a boring old biddy he must be.
I liked IB infinitely more than I anticipated—though I am a vocal opponent of movies that are longer than 2 hours, this 153 minutes flew right by. I have previously praised Joss Whedon as being the only writer/director who truly respects women—how could I have forgotten Quentin? He continues his streak of creating kickass female characters (and hiring actresses) who are driven, complex, and smart. I had no idea that Ms. Kruger could do anything other than wear haute couture at various envelope openings—she was pretty tough here! I'll have to review her previous work in the National Treasure series (I will not be doing this). Melanie Laurent was also heartbreaking—though she meets an unexpected end, she gets her revenge brilliantly. Although I was robbed of the Death-Proof style "Yay, we killed Hitler! High fives and high kicks!" ending I hoped for, this was pretty darn satisfying. Grade B+.
Kah-dooz to the Academy for nominating grinning-Nazi-without-remorse Christoph "yes that's how it's spelled" Waltz–while this does not excuse the Tucci, Cruz, and Damon nods, it helps ease the pain.
From: Brian McClelland
Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 01:36:53
To: Sarah Gremillion; Kimberly Faulhaber
Subject: IB
Wait–Are you telling me Funny People WASN'T about Nazi's? I guess I should see that one again. (Perhaps at AMC Theaters' BEST PICTURE SHOWCASE. Ha.) Tarantino really scored with this top notch weirdo mishmash of a variety of quite disparate genres/styles. It's a testament to his talent that he pulled it off so smashingly, and to the tune of big world-wide box office and his first Best Picture nom since Pulp Fiction.
My only complaint? Expecting a Dirty Dozen-esque caper focusing on the various personalities of the Basterds, I was surprised to find that many of these characters—and especially the Basterds themselves—aren't fleshed out as much as cut out from the awesomest, most blood-spattered cardboard. Except for "Giant Face" Shosanna*, we don't really get to know much about any of these other characters. I felt I knew more about chapter one's monosyllabic dairy farmer than any of the Basterds. Wicked opening scene, btw! Such tension! This scene, and much of this movie, really, showcases a unique, masterful filmmaker at work—proving he is capable of way more than cribbing (however successfully) Elmore Leonard's dialogue and Scorcese's visuals. I've long admired QT's FU moxie, sometimes more than his actual output (I'm one of the only people I know left cold by Jackie Brown and both Bills), but he's really come through, on his own terms, with a fantastic flick here—finally, QT shuts up and puts out. And how can you not love a man who uses not just a film, but cinema itself to destroy Hitler 'n' Company? High fives and high kicks, indeed!
Side note! I thought it was hilarious that the assassinating Basterds managed to run unmolested from the empty theater lobby up the main stairs to Hitler's balcony box. You know, Hitler? The most paranoid, evil, and uh, protected dictator ever? No security? I think the last time that worked was at Ford's Theater circa 1865. (BTW: Swiss cheese Hitler is my fave Hitler. You're welcome, free world in this movie! Signed, Bitchin' America.)
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PS, Did you see this awesome IB poster designed by Albert Exergian? Probably not, cuz it seems to have disappeared overnight from the interwebs. It is in the same vein as his minimalist TV poster series, and it is awesome. Kimberly directed me to them because she is one swell broad.
*Although many online are referring to Shosanna as "Shoshanna", the film's credits and subtitles specify the former. Nerd.


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With recent rail car disasters in North Dakota and Canada, rail car safety has been pushed to the forefront.
Now the U.S. Department of Transportation is out with a group of proposals aimed at making oil rail cars safer.
They proposed toughening the tank car standards, phasing out old cars. They also want to drop speed limits to 40 miles-per-hour and improve the brake systems, all in an effort to keep communities like La Crosse safe.
The Association of American Railroads responded with a statement saying in part, "This long-anticipated rulemaking from DOT provides a much-needed pathway for enhancing the safe movement of flammable liquids in the U.S."
At least one rail safety group says the measures don't go far enough.
Alan Stankevitz co-counded Citizens Acting for Rail Safety, or CARS. For years his group has been pushing for more accountability when it comes to rail safety. "It's so important because it's a different world today, the trains that have been coming down the tracks here for so many years, they had very little hazardous materials, and now we're seeing a complete shift in this with a lot of Bakken oil," said Stankevitz.
CARS would like to see changes to these proposals. "I would like to see the speed limit brought down to 25 miles-per-hour, I'd like to see more robust DOT-111's, I'd like to see some rerouting through other areas, there's a lot that needs to be focused on," said Stankevitz
The biggest concern is the old DOT-111 rail cars. CARS would like to see all old cars off the tracks completely.
Burlington Northern Santa Fe says they have put in a request for five thousand next generation tank cars. They call it a significant voluntary commitment to accelerate the transition to the new cars.
The DOT has opened a 60-day commend period to get feedback on the proposals. They say given the urgency of the safety issue, they do not intend to extend the comment period past 60 days.


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Bankhead is a bustling neighborhood of Atlanta neighboring English Avenue where 310 people live. Many residents work in services, administrative and manufacturing professions. Bankhead, a heavily populated part of Atlanta, isn't without its everyday conveniences: Caribbean Food & Natural Juice is a grocer located on Joseph E Lowery Blvd. NW. In your search for a new place, don't forget to have a look at the apartments in neighboring English Avenue.
Eating, Drinking and Recreation
For a taste of a home-cooked meal without actually putting the work in, Sisters Hot Wings in Bankhead has it covered.
Caribbean Food & Natural Juice and Hannah Mart Ga, both located on Joseph E Lowery Blvd. NW, are just a couple of the many grocery stores in the Bankhead area. The neighborhood is home to the familiar grocery chain store Discount Food Mart as well.
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Some of the schools near the apartments in Bankhead are The Howard School, Kennedy Middle School and Herndon Elementary School. Ultimately, it is important to consult with local districts to confirm the exact schools serving the apartments for rent that you are interested in.
At Kennedy Middle School and Herndon Elementary School the student-teacher ratios are very low. Kennedy Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1 while Herndon Elementary School's the same.
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United Nations Correspondents Association
The United Nations Correspondents Association (U.N. Correspondents Association), or UNCA, was founded in New York City in 1948. It has over 250 members today. It presents the annual UNCA Excellence in Journalism Awards. The purpose of the awards "is to recognize and encourage excellence in reporting on the United Nations, its affiliated agencies, organizations and missions."
The 2013 Awards were reported in The New York Times:[1]
U.N. Correspondents Association 2014 Executive Board
President: Pamela Falk, CBS News TV and Radio
1st Vice President: Kahraman Haliscelik, TRT Turkish Radio & TV
2nd Vice Presidents: Sylviane Zehil, L'Orient Le Jour Masood Haider, Dawn, Pakistan
3rd Vice President: Erol Avdovic, Webpublicapress
Treasurer: Bouchra Benyoussef, Maghreb Arab Press
Secretary: Seana Magee, Kyodo News
Members at Large:
Nabil Abi Saab, Alhurra TV; Talal Al-Haj, Al-Arabiya News channel; Sherwin Bryce-Pease, South African Broadcasting (SABC); Zhenqiu Gu, Xinhua News Agency; Melissa Kent, CBC/Radio Canada; Evelyn Leopold, Huffington Post Contributor; Michelle Nichols, Reuters; Valeria Robecco, ANSA; Sangwon Yoon, Bloomberg
Excellence in Journalism Awards[edit]
The UNCA Excellence in Journalism Awards are presented by the United Nations Correspondents Association. They include:
- The Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize was established in memory of a journalist for The Boston Globe, who was killed while reporting the war in Iraq in 2003. The prize, recognizes exceptional reporting on the UN in print media.
- The Ricardo Ortega Memorial Prize was established in honor of a Spanish reporter, who was killed while covering events in Haiti in 2004.
- The United Nations Foundation Prize honors reporting on humanitarian and development issues. The prize is sponsored by the UN Foundation.
- ^ "Evening Hours: The Party Season". The New York Times. December 22, 2013. Retrieved September 17, 2016.
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The seneca park zoo is a great entry level zoo. Younger children will greatly enjoy. The animals are older. Not all animals are present such as giraffes. It is a small intimate zoo. No animal human interaction as other larger zoo's. They do have food stands and seating. Off street parking. On very warm days most of the animals will...
Great place to bring the kids and grandkids It is a very nice, clean, well-maintained zoo. The animal environments are large and as natural as they can be at a zoo. Food choices aren't the greatest. I'd say pack your own.
We have a membership which makes us inclined to go often. The grandchildren love going. There's something a little different every time. The setting is peaceful and beautiful. It's a nice size zoo that you can see entirely in one visit.
The Seneca Park Zoo is a great asset for the Rochester area. The zoo has changed its' philosophy over the years and has adapted to the times. The new display areas give the animals much more room and provide more natural habitat to live in. Would definitely recommend.
The animals are very well taken care of. The elephants have their nails treated every week. A curate walks around and answers questions. They have already or are expanding all of their enclosures. A peaceful place to just walk around even by yourself. Great for kids. Not so big of an area that you can't just go and relax. The...
Great place to take kids all times of the year! My kids always have a great time here. The animals are always doing different things each time we visit. some are out so are in making each visit different. The feedings are always fun to watch and the staff is full of interesting information my kids just eat up!
Another local attraction, this zoo is amazing. They treat the animals very well and are always expanding. There are a few interactive exhibits for kids but it's a great place for the whole family. Every once in a while they have something called zoo brew for adults only. It's exactly what it sounds like. Highly recommend!
Had a great time. The zoo qas fun and informative, great animal encounters, and it was a great price. We go back every year and there is always something different
This Zoo in Rochester Ny has a nice long property lay out. Several key animals including Tigers, wolves, polar bear, lions, rhino, and elephants with a large assortment of small and large monkey varieties. There are a couple places to eat, and some playground equiptment around the zoo. There were zoo personel around every exhibit eager to talk and share...
We love this zoo and our kids loved going there while growing up in Rochester. It's not a huge zoo but it's well kept and kids love it.
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My twin got peed on by that tiger, haven't you ever heard of potty trainings?
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A new study has found dozens of pollutants at low levels in Milwaukee area waterways.
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The study found the Kinnickinnic River to be especially vulnerable.
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As it turns out, I was on the road all day yesterday picking up my car which had broken down in New Jersey last week. Merry Christmas to me. Unfortunately this prevented me from taking a look back at third base as I had planned, but don't fret! Today you get another double-dose of 2009 recaps with both third base and outfield, but before we move on, let's not forget how get got here:
First Base
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What a crazy year we saw at third base. The consensus preseason top two (Alex Rodriguez and David Wright) barely clung onto top 10 status, and three of the top five could legitimately have their success referred to as a nice surprise. Don't take my word for it. Have a look for yourself.
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MVP of 2009
Mark Reynolds (ARI) – It pains me to name a .260 hitter the position's MVP, but the numbers don't lie; Reynolds muscled 10 more HR than anyone else at the position, finished third in SB, fourth in RBI, and fifth in R. No other player at third base finished top five in more than three of those categories, so despite the shortcomings in the AVG department, he was still one of the most well-rounded players fielding the hot corner in 2009.
Honorable Mention: Evan Longoria (TB)
Comeback Player of 2009
Chone Figgins (LAA) – Remember how disappointing Figgins was in 2008? He only managed 453 AB, struggled to post a .276 AVG, and while you don't draft him for his power numbers, he put up only 1 HR and 22 RBI. Twenty. Two. Needless to say, seasons like he had in 2009 are what made him one of the most exciting players to watch (and own) since he broke out in 2004. In fact, last year he had his best season as a professional, setting career marks in plate appearances (729), runs (114), doubles (30), walks (101), and OBP (.395). To illustrate how much he stepped up his game, consider that his previous career high in walks was only 65, and he also added five HR and 54 RBI to get back to that "respectable" threshold where he no longer kills you in power categories. As long as he's scoring runs and stealing bases though, most people won't care how many runs he drives in.
Honorable Mention: Adam Kennedy (OAK)
Breakout Player of 2009
Ryan Zimmerman (WAS) – Let me preface this selection by saying this: Evan Longoria did not break out in 2009. He did that in 2008. If you look at his per-game averages, expected BABIP, HR/FB%, WAR/game, and many other stats, you'll see he had a nearly identical season to the year before, the only difference being he played 35 more games in '09. Zimmerman, on the other hand, finally became a fantasy star. The addition of Adam Dunn to the lineup undoubtedly helped, but Dunn can't take all the credit. Zimmerman saw a lower percentage of strikes this season (60.5%) than any other year in his career, but an improved eye yielded career highs in walks (72) and AVG (.292). At only 25 years old, this is the first of many more 30/100 seasons to come.
Honorable Mention: Pablo Sandoval
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David Wright (NYM) – Entering 2009, Wright had all the indicators of a monster season. His HR totals had increased every year for four straight years, his lowest average in a full season was .302, he averaged 114 runs in '07 and '08, and he had never finished with fewer than 102 RBI. In short, he was as sure a bet as there was, but after posting only 10 HR and 72 RBI in the Mets' first season at Citi Field, there are obviously numerous questions surrounding his underwhelming performance. Of all those questions, one is more pressing than all the rest: Why? Most blame it on Citi Field, but is that really the answer. In the coming days, we'll try to answer that question by looking into whether or not Citi Field really is where homeruns go to die. While that answer is as of now unknown, one thing is for sure. If Wright slips to the end of the first round, get him.
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Reflecting With The Ladies Of 'In Plain Sight'
As USA's In Plain Sight comes to an end, I joined the cast members at the Paley Center for Media in Los Angeles to celebrate the series.
Before a panel discussion, stars Mary McCormack (U.S. Marshal Mary Shannon) and Rachel Boston (Det. Abigail Chaffee), as well as recurring actresses Tangie Ambrose (U.S. Marshal Delia Parmalee) and Ali Marsh (Dr. Shelley Finkel), joined me to talk about what they'll take away from being a part of the hit original series and their favorite memories.
"It's bittersweet," said McCormack, who was nominated for a Prism Award in 2009 for her performance as Mary Shannon - a role that she revealed was originally offered to Christina Applegate when the project that would become In Plain Sight was intended for the now-defunct UPN. "I feel very sad to say goodbye to this group of actors, and to our crew, and to this part, which is probably the best part I'll ever play."
"I love telling stories of very strong women, so it's been a real blessing to play Abigail Chaffee," said Boston, whose character got engaged to U.S. Marshal Marshall Mann (Frederick Weller) this season. "I was able to work with such extraordinary people that, really, every day, you're challenged and you grow as a person and an artist."
When asked for a moment in her tenure that she's particularly proud of, she dropped some details about the show's final episode: "There's a scene in the series finale that I think people will really appreciate where Abigail and Marshall have a really honest talk about their relationship and Mary, and what is going to have to happen if they continue forward. I thought it was a moment where she was incredibly and very bravely honest."
While Abigail and Marshall may be headed for wedded bliss, In Plain Sight fans know that Weller is married to Marsh, who portrayed shrink Dr. Finkel for nine episodes. "It was really fun, the trajectory of the character and the way she developed," she told me. "Having Fred in my office as my patient...that was just a trip!"
"It was quite a ride for us," she added. "We had two children over the course of the show. When I wasn't having babies, I got to be on the show, which was just a total joy. I was right there in the trenches with him. I'm sad that it's over."
That's a sentiment McCormack shared: "I've had two of my babies during this show. It's a big part of our life." As far as the finale, she said, "I never feel like I nailed anything, but in the finale, I have a walk-and-talk that's the longest I've ever done. I got it twice."
Ambrose's favorite moment was the entirety of the season's second episode, entitled "Four Marshals and a Baby," in which her character took center stage. "In that episode, I rocked a baby, I went off on somebody, I had a hostage situation, I had to handle Eric the Midget, I talked the girl down and I got my first compliment from Mary. That was my episode!" she said with a smile.
It was Boston who won the 'most interesting story of the night' award, as she shared a real-life experience that unknowingly helped her with the role of Abigail. "I was actually robbed in New Mexico two years before I started shooting this show," she told me. "They caught the guy that robbed me and I became really good friends with the Albuquerque Police Department. It was an amazing way to be introduced to this world."
For her, even being at the Paley event was personally significant. "I used to come to the museum before it was called the Paley Center, when I was nineteen, to watch old TV shows. To come here celebrating the run of In Plain Sight is really a beautiful full circle for me."
But there's no doubt that the center of the show is McCormack, who is not only its star but also a producer. She doesn't just play Mary Shannon, but her own fingerprints are all over the series. "I was really involved, maybe more than some people want me to be involved. I'm a control freak," she said with a laugh. "I was involved in scripts and in casting. I'd bang on any door. I love the show and I care about the quality. For me, it was a real honor that I was allowed to be involved."
In Plain Sight continues airing its final episodes tonight at 10 PM ET/PT. The series finale will air on May 4.
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That's pretty ridiculous. Why would the parents go along with this? No wonder this country is so F'd up....
Minnesota's Rosemount High had an awesome idea for a prank at this year's winter pep rally. Just awesome: blindfold all the sports captains and have them make out with people. And the "prank" part is that they're making out with their parents.
Yes. That video above, if you can stand to watch it, contains some very uncomfortable footage, per City Pages:
Footage of the assembly shows a scene that would make even Sigmund Freud cringe. Dads kissing daughters. Mothers kissing sons.
And these are not just innocent pecks on the lips. The parents are intimately lip-locking their children for several seconds. One even progresses to rolling around on the gym floor. In another instance, a mother moves her son's hand south so he's grasping her butt.
According to City Pages, the school is "apologizing" for the prank. One YouTube commenter who claims to be a student at Rosemount says that it's a "tradition that only happens every six years or something," which makes it sound like an ancient pagan Norse ritual brought to America by sick incestuous vikings. Like hotdish, or passive-aggressiveness.
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That's pretty ridiculous. Why would the parents go along with this? No wonder this country is so F'd up....
Those parents should all be charged with molestation for agreeing and the school should be punished for promoting these acts...
This is part of why Kim Kardashian vetoed the idea of moving to Minnesota.
That's some nasty shit.
Fucked up
I keep reading the YouTube comments and half of them are trying to say it's innocent.
Minnesota... You've got some explaining to do
Phuq! Who thought up this shiite? And the schools principal thought this was a good idea!?
I bet I can guess what goes on in that household during a blizzard.
What the fuck is correct.
I have a boner now.
I can see the headlines now Minnesota student kill his mother after a prep rally kiss or Mom is pregnant with sons child after a innocent prep rally kiss turns into at home sex.
I personally would have beat my moms ass right there in front of everyone. But that's how we roll in the big city.
The real strong have no need to prove it to the phonies. ~ Charles Manson
Nice parenting
Nothing there worth the time or effort, just cold boredom.
Sounds like paradise for a stiff faggot like you and your man.
I bet you'd find some way to outdo this atrocious "prank".
Just at least be smart enough not to announce it.
This just keeps getting better (for Arkansas who appears to be the new second biggest incest offender state), apparently Minnesota is huge into dudes and there moms
For exactly how long have Minnesota high school boys been publicly making out with their moms? | Twin Cities Daily Planet
That's fucked. At first I thought the parents were blind-folded too...but then I knew.
Still got boner.
Wow I would have projectile vommited if I saw that or even worse, was one of the students. So, so fucked up. Parents should be dealing with the police.
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I wouldn't expect anything less out of Minnesota.
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JFC! I could understand if the 'rents were also blindfolded also. But, they were down with it. That's some eff'ed up shit.
Minnesota? Sure it is not W. V.?
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The libs want to take "the pledge of allegiance"out of schools but this fucked up shit is fine?? We are all fucked.
sure its fucking nasty. but that's decently funny.
I thought they were going to trick a brother and sister into kissing in front of everyone. that would be perfect.
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Project ID: 2007ND146B
Title: Analysis of Associated Bedrock-Aquifer System Sediments:Origins of Electron Donor-Rich Aquifers in Eastern North Dakota
Project Type: Research
Start Date: 3/01/2007
End Date: 2/29/2008
Congressional District: 1
Focus Categories: Water Quality, Groundwater, Nitrate Contamination
Keywords: Denitrification, Electron Donors, Natural attenuation, Nitrate vulnerability index
Principal Investigator: Korom, Scott F
Federal Funds: $ 9,600
Non-Federal Matching Funds: $ 19,200
Abstract: Nitrate pollution has long been recognized as the most prevalent form of groundwater pollution. The only effective process to remediate nitrate contaminants is denitrification, typically through natural attenuation. This process reduces nitrate (NO3-) to harmless nitrogen gas. The process occurs naturally, requiring only an oxygen-limited environment, the presence of nitrogen digesting bacteria, and the availability of electron donors. The three most common electron donors are organic carbon, sulfide (typically as pyrite, FeS2), and ferrous iron minerals. Research has also shown that the controlling factor in this reaction has typically been the availability of suitable electron donors within the aquifer sediments. The objective of this research is to establish a link between the denitrification capacity of North Dakota aquifers with the electron donor composition of the surrounding bedrock, including pyrite, organic carbon, and ferrous iron. Once this relationship is more clearly defined, a qualitative index (low, medium, and high) of aquifer denitrification capacity may be developed, based on the probable source of parent material. This index could then be used to focus, in a cost-effective fashion, more extensive and expensive geochemical analysis on specific aquifers or zones in specific aquifers.
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The "Farinet Vineyard", a small vineyard with a big heart
The 2013 Farinet Vineyard grape-harvest took place on October 15, in the presence of Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Hublot (Watchmaker manufacturer, located in Nyon, Switzerland). Eric Boschung and Vincent Burgat of FELCO Switzerland handed Mr. Jean-Claude Biver a FELCO 8CC, a special edition with leather-coated handles, with which, he has picked the fruit of the harvest 2013.
Unique to the 2013 edition: the grape has been transported from the vine to the press by a robot, connected to a drone! Immediately after the harvest, Jean-Claude Biver flew to Tokyo so that his Japanese friends could taste the new wine. The Chief of the Swiss business joins Zinedine Zidane, Roger Moore, Tino Rossi, even Barbara Hendricks in the list of personalities who came to work the "Farinet Vineyard", in Saillon, in the heart of the Valais, in Switzerland. It is the smallest vineyard in the world, with only 3 vine stocks, with a surface area of 1,618 m² (maths wizards will appreciate the reference to the golden number, a symbol of perfect harmony).
Let's go back in time. Born in 1845, Samuel Farinet has been a counterfeiter right from childhood. Sentenced to life imprisonment in Italy for counterfeiting, he arrived in Valais at the age of 20 where he continued along this criminal pathway. He issued tens of thousands of counterfeit coins, was sentenced three times, and spent most of his time trying to escape the police force. The public supported him: beautiful and charming, he was an idol to women. In addition, without counting, he gave his fake coins to the poor.
In 1880, at 35 years of age, known as the Alpine Robin, pursued by the forces of order, he died in a gorge close by to Saillon.
In 1932, Jean-Louis Barrault played the role of Farinet in the film based upon the book by Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz (Farinet or gold mountain), in 1938. Fascinated by the character, Jean-Louis Barrault founded the Friends of Farinet in 1980, and with Madeleine Renaud, created this vine to serve an humanitarian purpose.
Every year, the "Pilgrims of hope"(famous personalities, more than 300 to date) come here as seasonal workers for a day. The harvest is then matched to a great wine, here or elsewhere, and the thousand bottles produced are sold to raise money for children. Result: more than a million Euros in donations have been distributed.
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Ring left in Pueblo firefighters' donation boot
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Published: September 5, 2013; Last modified: September 5, 2013 08:31AM
Fill the boot came with some unexpected loot.
Last week, while off-duty Pueblo firefighters were collecting money for muscular dystrophy, an annual event where folks drop donations in a work boot, someone dropped a ring.
"We're certain it was by accident," said Fire Inspector Woody Percival.
As such, the fire department wants to return the ring to its owner.
"I had it examined by a jeweler and it's not a real expensive ring, but it might have some sentimental value," Percival said.
The ring was deposited either Aug. 28 or 29 near Colorado 47 and Dillon Drive.
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of prominent neuroscientists and cognitive psychologists have shown a
profound interest in the arts, and a growing number of humanistic scholars
have begun to seriously engage with the theories, methods, and findings
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collaboration has barely been tapped. What methodological, disciplinary,
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Review: Jonah Hill Deserves Better Than 'The Sitter'
Who would you rather watch in a movie about babysitting: a 1980s Elisabeth Shue or an overweight Jonah Hill? Let's be honest, you'd probably pick Elisabeth Shue. And no, this argument is NOT based on looks. If you've seen his nuanced performances in "Cyrus" or "Moneyball," then you'll agree that Hill has outgrown crappy films like David Gordon Green's "The Sitter," regardless of former weight.
In an age of reboots and remakes, plenty of Hollywood scribes try to slyly spin an established idea or genre, by marketing it as new. However, rarely do they bring anything worthwhile with their changes. Penned by newcomers Brian Gatewood and Alessandro Tanaka, "The Sitter" is a prime example of writers wrecking an existing story by sneakily trying to recycle it.
The film follows Noah Griffith (Hill), a college dropout, who is convinced to babysit his neighbor's kids as a favor. Noah thinks the job will be a piece of cake, so when his crush (Ari Graynor) offers him action, he stupidly drags the children along to New York City.
He is completely unprepared though, for supervising three quirky kids in the city. The party girl Blithe (Landry Bender), the junior anxiety case Slater (Max Records), and the rebellious pyromaniac Rodrigo (Kevin Hernandez) are quite the handful. Pretty soon Noah is in way over his head with a wild adventure that involves an angry drug dealer (Sam Rockwell), grand theft auto, and other outlandish debauchery. Somewhere in there he also needs to figure out how to get the girl and make sure everyone's home in time for bed.
If the premise of "The Sitter" sounds slightly familiar, it probably should. Basically it's an R-rated version of the 1987 Elisabeth Shue movie "Adventures in Babysitting." Instead of a teenage female trying to help a friend in Chicago, "The Sitter" features a horny dude in his 20s looking to score in New York. The children themselves have unique personality traits, and the outrageous events that happen differ, but the core elements are similar.
Sadly "The Sitter" lacks most of the heart that makes a film like "Adventures in Babysitting" enjoyable to watch. Our protagonist Noah is kind of a selfish jerk. Not only is his main concern getting laid, but he reveals through dialogue that he has a history of arrest and other various screw-ups. There's individual moments that Noah shares with each child, where he really listens and gives them advice, however these scenes feel forced, despite the sensitivity that Hill brings to the role.
Decent comedy is also absent in "The Sitter." Most of its gags involve lewd potty humor mixed with slapstick. Additionally Gatewood and Tanaka attempt to create awkward jokes with Sam Rockwell's drug dealer, however they fall pretty flat. The only truly funny lines in the whole film come from Hill's insults for a set of ginger twins, and a crack that he makes about the size of his testicles.
"The Sitter" marks director David Gordon Green's second bomb in a row after his lackluster outing from earlier this year "Your Highness." If he's only working with writers he's friends with, he should probably be more selective. Fans of Green's "Pineapple Express" certainly deserve better, and so does a talented actor like Jonah Hill.
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Skip to comments.Reverend Falwell has passed away - Falwell found unresponsive
Posted on 05/15/2007 9:42:08 AM PDT by Jake The Goose
The Rev. Jerry Falwell arrived at Lynchburg General Hospital today around noon after being found unresponsive in his office. Ron Godwin, the executive vice president of Liberty University, confirmed that Falwell was found unconscious in his office after missing an appointment this morning.
Oh, dear. Poor Mr. Falwell. I'll pray for his recovery and for his family.
I don't care what you think of the guy, pray for him.
As a native Lynchburger, prayers are going out for Rev. Falwell. He's one of the city's most famous sons, and a controversial figure for sure.
Lord be with your servant.
May God place his loving, healing hands on his body, this man I have more respect for than any preacher I know of.
Watch the leftys crawling out of the woodwork making fun of him now and wishing him evil.
I could not have put it any better. I offer my prayers for the Rev. and his family.
Prayers for Falwell — a man of God.
Prayers sent
Prayers for healing going up!
I've watched some of his sermons on Sunday mornings, and he *is* a man of God, despite how the MSM tries to portray him—prayers that this is not something serious. :*(
Wow. Here's hoping he recovers.
I suppose DU is throwing a party?
Prayers go up. Maybe it's just a mild stroke.
Prayers for Rev. Falwell.
Prayers up.
I would say yes.
Prayers going up for Jerry.
I should also say that this is one of the reasons I am "addicted" to FR - you get breaking news here before anywhere else. If you had to wait for the news to be reported on the yahoo or google or aol home page, you'd need a couple of shaves before it appeared. Also, freepers post news stories - legitimate news stories - that don't appear many other places. This site is a national treasure.
But that's all a diversionary thought. Back to Rev. Fallwell. His theology and style don't totally square with mine, but I respect him as a man of backbone, courage, integrity and solid faith. I'm pray for him and his family.
Prayers are offered.
Jerry Falwell has done much to further the cause of Christ, and is an unapologetic American patriot.
Prayers sent.
Depart, O Christian soul, out of this world;
In the Name of God the Father Almighty who created you;
In the Name of Jesus Christ who redeemed you;
In the Name of the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you.
May your rest be this day in peace,
and your dwelling place in the Paradise of God.
Source: Book of Common Prayer 1979
was hugo chavez anywhere in the neighborhood...
Last I heard, James Kennedy was still in pretty bad shape as well. The social conservatives have lost several key players over the last few months.
They've five threads up.
Prayers for a good and decent man.
You should see the utter EXPLOSION of hatred from the leftists on various boards about this!
I won't post the comments on this thread, but let's just say that thier leftist "Compassion" is showing...
prayers for rev. falwell.
Yeah, my first thought too. DUmbies love bad news. I'm sure they're rejoying, but I don't go over there.
Prayers for Rev. Falwell & family.
He is not leaving the Earth yet. I am sure he has a vested interest in the 2008 election. Prayers out to him and his family.
God bless Jerry Falwell. Prayers.
Perhaps the MSM will show some class and finally show you a little compassion & respect as well.
Praying for Rev Falwell.
Nothing unexpected. Look at those people.
Prayers for Mr. Falwell - that he will make a full recovery, and see the error of his ways.
Prayers for Rev. Falwell
I've learned firsthand that leftist "Compassion" is just about the biggest crock of s*** there is (next to leftist "intelligence").
You didn't see me doing that did you.
Actually MSM is having a pretty respectful story on him. That is the only news channel we get from 1700-2000 and then it goes to Fox News. That is the military for ya. lol.
No surprise and I'll take your word for it. I haven't been to DU in about a year and don't plan to ever go back. It's like going down in a sewer.
He's had some health problems lately, poor man. Prayers up for Reverend Falwell.
The best to you and your family, Jerry. You're one of the good guys.
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This May federal conservation officials will begin a statewide effort to conduct conservation compliance reviews using aerial photography, said Richard Sims, state conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Des Moines, Iowa.
After piloting a similar project last year in western Iowa, NRCS officials expanded the project to tracts randomly selected for annual conservation compliance reviews across most of the state.
According to NRCS, last year's pilot project included 635 sites in 40 counties. This year officials estimate 1,620 sites will be reviewed in about 90 counties. NRCS will send letters to all landowners with randomly selected sites before flights begin, said Sims.
"We found the aerial images provided a much better vantage point to see damaged waterways and ephemeral gully erosion, both top natural resource concerns in our state," said Marty Adkins, state resource conservationist.
Instead of staff taking photographs, this year NRCS will contract to use special planes equipped with GPS-synched, high-resolution cameras attached to the belly of the craft.
"We feel this will be much more efficient," said Adkins. "We went through several teams of volunteers to complete last year's pilot project. All the banking and tight turning required to get good photographs took a lot of time."
If this year's photography shows no signs of compliance issues, NRCS will notify landowners shortly after photos and plans are reviewed. If photography reveals potential issues, a conservation compliance team member will conduct a full-field review, using documentation from the landowner's conservation plan. The field review will include, at minimum, a check for residue levels and ephemeral gully erosion. Landowners may request to be present during on-site reviews, said Adkins.
NRCS will be using conservation compliance teams to ensure no employee will complete a status review for land in their home county, said Adkins. These area-based teams will also conduct on-the-ground compliance reviews on tracts with variances from previous years, whistleblowers, loan participants, and others.
When tracts are found out of compliance, the team leader will send letters to participants no later than July 13, said Adkins. Landowners may appeal the initial technical finding to the Farm Service Agency.
The 1985 Farm Bill requires NRCS to check a random sampling of highly erodible fields each year to ensure farmers are following the provisions in their conservation plans. Conservation compliance is required for maintaining eligibility for USDA programs.
For more information about conservation and wetland compliance please visitwww.ia.nrcs.usda.gov.
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