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Join the West Somerset Railway on Sunday 18th September 2011 for the 'Return to Steam' - Odney Manor special service that departs Bishops Lydeard at 13.00 hrs and will give you time to explore the sights in Minehead before returning to Bishops Lydeard for 18.00 hours.
BR (W) 4-6-0 No 728 Odney Manor has had a heavy general overhaul which will see it through the next tens years of service. Odney Manor is the second of the 'Manor Class' engines based on the West Somerset Railway and - like No 7820 Dinmore Manor - was a member of the second batch of locmotives built by British Railways in 1950.
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Via Labs has announced the Via Labs VO510 5Gb optical transceiver card which is being showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show 2012. The Via Labs V0510 optical transceiver is used in USB 3.0 active optical cables (AOC) which enables rapid data transfers and high-definition multimedia across distances of over 100 meters.
"We are very grateful to our partners, who worked closely with Via Labs to bring the USB 3.0 AOC from concept to reality. With the VO510 and our partner's AOC products at mass production readiness, we are looking to expand our coverage of other interconnects such as PCI Express," said Jiin Lai, chief technical officer at Via Labs.
Via Labs VO510 was developed in collaboration with Fiber Optic Communications (FOCI), which provided passive components; PCL, which provided fiber optic cables and transeivers; OpTarget and Universal Microelectronics Company (UMEC). The solution can be used for digital signage and zero client solutions for commercial, education, medical and industrial applications.
"The UMEC Thumb OneUSB 3.0 AOC can extend gigabit-speed USB 3.0 transmission distance up to 100m (330ft) with optical fibers. Since optical fibers carry light instead of electric impulses, they are highly resistant to electromagnetic interference and they do not radiate any of their own, making the USB 3.0 AOC an excellent solution for applications in medical imaging equipment, broadcast TV, and others where high-tolerance to interference is desirable" said K.T. Chao, vice president of UMEC.
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At the Opening Session of The Petra Conference of Nobel Laureates
Petra, Jordan
18 May 2005
Distinguished Friends,
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure and an honour to welcome all of you to Jordan.
In the ninth century, a remarkable institution opened its doors in the Arab world: the Bayt Al Hikma, the House of Wisdom. It was the global think-tank and data bank of its era. And it helped create an astounding community of seekers, seekers for truth, seekers of progress. They reached out to the whole world for knowledge. They pioneered new ideas – in medicine, science, human development and more. Historians tell us their work helped advance the human condition for centuries after.
My friends,
This morning I look around this room and I see a House of Wisdom – a global House of Wisdom for the 21st century and beyond.
And I thank you for coming together, and coming here, at this critical time. A process begins here – a process that all of you will shape – and by your effort, help shape our world.
Surely, it has never been more important to reach out, to seek new understanding, to work together for a new and better reality. And no one can contribute more than you, who have refused to accept limits on human possibilities – who have pioneered new paths to the future.
Today, humanity is at a critical crossroad. Ours can be an open world of expanded horizons and new opportunities. Or it can be a closed world of endemic crises and lost chances.
The direction we go is especially critical for one important part of the global population: our youth. In the Middle East, more than half the population is 18 or younger. They have no memory of a time without regional conflict. They see a huge global gap between rich and poor. They see diseases that wealthy nations have wiped out, that are still crippling people in the developing world. They see gender inequality holding back the talents of half the world. They see the harm as well as the hope brought by globalisation.
My friends, these young people are tomorrow's citizens, tomorrow's teachers, tomorrow's Nobel Laureates. They won't accept empty words and promises. They want to make a difference. To share in the fruits of modern knowledge. To help create a positive and generous future – a future in which they, and all people, live in freedom and respect.
It is up to us to give them the tools they need. And we must make a beginning now – a taste of success that helps people see they can succeed: to create more freedom and opportunity, so people can fulfil their potential. To build peace, so people can move forward with confidence. To expand global cooperation, so that, working together, we can achieve the promise of this age.
Those who work for change don't face these tasks alone. We are joined by forward-looking people everywhere.
In my region, there's been a wave of reform aimed at democracy and development. These steps are vital to meet the expectations of our people, especially our young people, for freedom and opportunity.
The friends of Middle East peace are also actively working. And today, they have an unprecedented opportunity to succeed. The basic goals are shared by people on both sides: justice for the Palestinians. Security for the Israelis. Two states living side by side based on international legality. The challenge now is to help people to hold that vision – to believe in a future of peace despite the forces of violence.
Around the world, people are also struggling to confront hatred and division. The vast majority, East and West, North and South, reject the cause and call of extremism. They know it is profoundly anti-peace, anti-progress and anti-democratic. But we need to do more, on all sides, to reinforce the basic values of humanity.
Last November, Jordan released the Amman Message. It restates the core values of Islam: peace, tolerance and the essential unity of the human race. Islam calls on believers to reach out to others with respect and to be involved in the progress of the modern world. The Amman Message has been read and welcomed by Muslims on every continent.
My friends,
The power of ideas is one of humanity's greatest sources of energy. And it is the power that lies behind the Petra Conference. Each one of you can advance this world by doing more of what you already do so well: think out of the box. We need you to help shift perceptions, develop solutions, recommend specific actions and make change happen. We need you to speak to our young people, to encourage them to achieve the greatness I know they possess. We need you to help forge a new process for global peace and security.
Can you make a difference? The Quran tells us, explicitly, that if a person saves one life, it is as if he saves all people. Such humanity is in the deepest spirit of all the People of the Book. Indeed, it's part of all great world teachings.
So I believe, that if the work you do here saves even one, it will be that beginning we seek – a beginning of peace, of progress, of human unity – a global House of Wisdom to which all can belong.
Thank you very much.


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Lack of access to modern energy services represents a pressing problem in the developing world, not least for women. According to a series of reports sponsored by the UN Development Programme, 1 billion people around the world are served by health facilities without electricity, and 99 percent of all deaths in childbirth occur in developing countries with poor health facilities. Many poor women spend much of their time on menial work that could be performed much more easily if energy were available, and safety concerns often prevent women from going out at night where there are no streetlights. Children suffer too -- more than 50 percent of the developing world's children attend primary schools that lack electricity, and this can lead to markedly worse educational outcomes. Access to modern energy services might be improved through, among other approaches, establishing small-scale hydroelectric projects, facilitating the use of home solar systems, or providing grid electricity (which itself might be produced either with conventional fuels or through renewable means). Below, Dipak Gyawali of Nepal, Kalpana Sharma of India, and Tri Mumpuni of Indonesia address this question: What methods of expanding energy access show most promise for improving the lives of the developing world's poor women and children?
The Development and Disarmament Roundtable can also be read in Arabic, Chinese, and Spanish.


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Please include any relevant information such as skill level and style of play.
Comments: This shoe was light and comfortable but the upper tore along the whole seam by the small toe where it
meets the outsole. Have not had this issue with the full Barricade 7.0's
From: Garett, 9/13
Comments: Just received my first pair and love them! Light, comfortable and true to size.
From: Danny, 8/13
Comments: Wow, great shoe! Awesome, awesome, awesome!
From: Corey, 7/13
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From: Steve, 4/13
Comments: Best shoe I've ever played in. Light, comfortable, airy/cool and very good traction. Can't fault them.
From: Ronald, 2/13
Comments: Just received my shoes today. Actually on a gut feeling I'd ordered two pairs after reading the reviews
and considering the deep discounts. And I was delighted by the looks, feel and weight of these shoes. I played two hours of
doubles and I found them extremely comfortable from the get go. NO break-in required. They're airy and have a plush fit. Try
them. They're fantastic. My feet are notorious for digging a hole under the right toe, so hopefully these shoes can last a bit longer
than most of the shoes. I'm seriously thinking of ordering two more pairs and stack up on the inventory, especially since they're
on sale. By the way, order your normal size.
From: Mohamed, 1/13
Comments: Do any of you remember the comedian Steve Martin's bit about the "Cruel Shoes"? Shoes so
uncomfortable they were deemed the cruel shoes. Well, the cruel shoes have been found and these are them. They're fine for
walking around but for playing tennis and the stresses the game puts on you feet these are a definite 0 out of 10 for on court
comfort. Go with Babolat, as they are the most comfortable shoe I've ever owned.
From: Ray, 1/13
Comments: Excellent stability and performance. Great styling. I love the low fit. It has good comfort for my low
instep, but they are maybe not quite as comfortable as the Head Speed Pro. I will add inserts and they should be on par.
From: David, 1/13
Comments: Extremely comfortable from the very first outing. I added inserts for even more stability. It blows the
doors off the 6.0s in total comfort, softness and weight. Sizing is true to size, although I went up by a half size knowing that I
would be using inserts. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a solid high performance shoe with great looks at a
remarkable price.
From: Geo, 11/12
Comments: Extremely comfortable from the very first outing. I added inserts for even more stability, and it blows
the doors off the 6.0s in total comfort, softness and weight. Sizing is true to size, although I went up by a half knowing that I
would be using inserts. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a solid high performance shoe with great looks at a
remarkable price.
From: Geo, 11/12
Comments: Nice, lightweight, and stable. They wear out a little too fast (4 months for the toe), but for the price you
might as well buy two pairs. They are also lighter than the heavier regular barricades.
From: Brian, 9/12
Comments: These shoes are absolutely amazing. They are light weight, like running shoes, but
provide awesome support. They are also extremely comfortable and a great price.
From: Alex, 8/12
Comments: I bought these shoes 2 weeks ago and I still have no problem! The durability is good if you play 6
hours a week. Good style, tough, extremely comfortable, but lacks air ventillations.
From: Rohan, 8/12
Comments: Style? I love the style and the color combination. It looks like a high quality sneaker with plenty of detail
and great material. Fit and comfort? When I first put it on, I thought it felt narrow but once you start playing in them, they easily
start to break in and fits perfectly. The comfort is very nice, the shoes feel very light and the shoes keep your feet cooler with all
those ventilation holes. Performance? I have worn many types of sneakers on the tennis court but this shoe is clearly the best. I
am running faster from sideline to sideline as well as baseline to net. I can stop and start on a dime and do not have to worry
about twisted ankles. No shock from jumping as well with the cushioning. I will always buy the Adidas Barricade Team sneakers
for now on.
From: Bill, 7/12
Comments: So now I can update my feedback which I first posted in early March. These shoes have zero durability
issues for me. Still going very strong and I play 8-10 hours a week on hard court and I do a lot of running when I play. This shoe
has been nothing but exceptional up to this point, with no sign of wear except what you should expect, maybe even less. No
regrets whatsoever and will be getting another pair in different colors soon enough. Great buy!!!
From: Keith, 7/12
Comments: The Team is lighter in weight and it costs a lot less than the Barricade 7.
Unfortunately, those are the only advantages over the B7. The Team is not as comfortable and
the heel cup is not as deep as its big brother. I replaced the insole with my custom orthotics
and wore a pair of Nike ankle straps and my ankles would slip out even just walking around
my house. If you have normal feet and do not use orthotics, it is a good value and worth a try.
However, if you have feet problems, I would recommend the Barricade 7 over the Team and
the extra $$$ is justified.
From: Jonathan, 7/12
Comments: Very comfortable shoes that look very cool with black socks. Andy Murray influenced me to
buy them and I haven't been let down. Great stability and many compliments on them. Certainly recommend them.
From: Xavier, 6/12
Comments: Excellent shoe at price point. True sizing. Comfortable right out of box. Durability has
been good thus far. Width is good for my feet. Found they offer good traction on clay as the treads do not get filled
up or plugged up with clay.
From: Mike, 6/12
Comments: I got these shoes about a week ago and I have got to say these are the best shoes ever. No
durability issue.
From: Ernie, 6/12
Comments: Two weeks into these and they are perhaps the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned.
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Fotofest Standouts
Posted by Amber Terranova on Tuesday April 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Posted by Amber Terranova on Tuesday April 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
This year I attended the third of four, four-day portfolio review sessions at Fotofest's Fourteenth International Biennial of Photography. Fotofest, organized by Fred Baldwin and Wendy Watriss, is the largest international portfolio review in the Untied States. Fotofest reviewers see 14 or more photographers per day, which makes it challenging for photographers to stand out.
I asked some of my fellow reviewers to share their thoughts on memorable work they saw. Here's what they wrote:
Frazier King, Chair, Houston Center for Photography
I would like to highlight the new work that is being done by Laurie Lambrecht. Laurie's new work is comprised of outtakes of the Chinese landscape—a kind of micro mundi. It is as if she was guided by ancient silk weavers to their points of inspiration. Each of the images compresses the landscape, sometimes in a trompe l'oeil fashion, so that the print looks like a silk weaving. Each image is not only beautiful but also very visually mysterious and intriguing.
Chantel Paul, Curatorial Assistant, Museum of Photographic Arts (San Diego)
On Thursday, the final day of reviews, I met with Mariela Sancari. Her series "El caballo de dos cabezas," depicting the process of grieving and reconciliation Mariela and her identical twin sister experienced after their father committed suicide when the girls were 14 brought a well of emotional response for me. I am still thinking about the moment of clarity when I read her images and wonder if the intense emotion it brought stemmed from my own close relationship with my younger sister. Whatever the reason, these images touched me in a way that was incredible and not easily forgotten.
Hava Gurevich, Director, Art 2 Art
Lucia Herrero
Project: Tribes
I liked [Herrero's] "anthropological" take on a typical family activity. The work has an immediate visual strength to it, but also a good conceptual base that resonates with me: she is looking at her own culture, and a very mundane activity, and very average people. But the images reveal something very profound to me, about our material culture, about subtle differences between generations, and ethnic groups… She uses the tools she has (lighting, lenses, direction) with great technical skill—which gives the images a heightened drama.
Artist: Paul Lange
Project: Fowl Portraits
The idea of implementing traditional portraiture standards to these birds is whimsical, theatrical, and majestic. These portraits really need to be seen printed large because the detail is gorgeous, and the character revealed in these beautiful birds is undeniable. The response to these images is direct and immediate… you either connect with them, or not. I don't think there is a big underlying concept, other than respect and awe for these creatures.
Artist: Lais Pontes
Project: Born Nowhere
Lais takes self-portraits that she skillfully manipulates digitally and then releases on a social media site for people to interact with. The project is collaborative and evolves over time, with input from friends and strangers…each girl's background, personality and story is a collaborative collage of comments people leave on the posting. This project taps into issues of stereotypes, culture, class, race, age etc.. I think it is a smart use of social media. I also like the tension between the very controlled portraits and the unpredictable outcome of each piece.
Artist(s): Hillerbrand+Magsamen
Project: House/ Hold
There is so much humor, honesty, humanity, humility, playfulness, neurosis, and family dynamics in this work, taking the quirkiness that makes a family unique and turning up the dial to "11."
Paula Tognarelli, Executive Director, Griffin Museum of Photography (Massachusetts)
Ellen O'Connell is a photographer I met at Fotofest this year from Zurich, Switzerland. She received her MFA from NYU. She turns her camera on her children. In a series called "Triptychs" she assembles a three-part image of her subject. For this purpose I have chosen to deconstruct her triptychs to focus on 3 portrait shots of her son; the clown, the lion tamer and the muscle man. Her prints utilize a carbon ink method that adds a richness that invokes a timeless quality. Her studies are cropped faceless, making the subject anonymous. The effect creates tension yet the images are very lighthearted.
Manfred Zollner, Editor, Fotomagazin (Hamburg, Germany)
In her project "Wait Watchers," American photographer Haley Morris-Cafiero is using photography for some kind of a social experiment that is mixing the conceptual approach of staged photography with social documentary photography. She is selecting public spaces to pose publicly in front of her camera. The chance encounters and reactions of those people passing her while the camera's timer is exposing this situation, make her series special. Morris-Cafiero is a young woman, whose "overweight" body may not exactly fit the common ideas of beauty. Her posing is subtle, showing the casual behaviour of someone, who just happens to be at the place. The glances and reactions of those people passing by are telling, however. Aggressive staring, unrestrained mocking, subtle looks, belly-holding: as a result of her long random sessions in several cities and countries, Morris-Cafiero´s images reveal prejudices and a society´s tendency to outcast people for their appearance. This project is still in its early stages and in my eyes has a lot of potential for further development. Those images I've seen so far, certainly stick with me.
Clint Wilour, Curator, Galveston Arts Center
Of all the resources at my disposal for the discovery of new photography, I would have to say it has been for the last 28 years (including this one) Houston FotoFest. During those four weeks I reviewed 145 portfolios and visited over 70 exhibitions. Some of the most memorable discoveries this year were David Robinson's sliced mushroom narratives, Judy Haberl's luminescent ink jet mural, Jamey Stilling's new project The Evolution of Ivanpah Solar, Jeff Deemie's West Texas photographs and Nicolas Fedak's new take on alternative processes.
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Patagonia is using their recent winter catalogue to raise awareness of an environmental issue they've been working on for years: Protecting the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from oil drilling and other resource exploitation. The outdoor clothing and gear company licensed images for the catalogue and its communications from conservation photographer Florian Schulz, who is currently... More ›
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(Sponsored by RMSP) Rocky Mountain School of Photography (RMSP), based in Missoula, Montana, will be launching a new eight month program in 2017 that will be tailored to students who are serious about pursuing a career in photography. With a working title of Professional Intensive, the curriculum team at RMSP is putting the finishing touches... More ›
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Here at PDN, every day is World Photography Day. But in recognition of August 19th's international holiday dedicated to celebrating passion for photography, PDN's editors are bringing attention to some of the most popular photographs that you, our readers, have enjoyed over the past three years. We've dug through our archives to showcase some of the most popular... More ›


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So, Were These Instances Of "Political Terrorism?"
The left has a very short and convenient memory – it apparently begins at January 20th, 2009 and has no memory of , say, 2005. And the left now thinks that what his happening with these townhall meetings is simply unprecedented and a new, low chapter in right-wing extremism.
But as Jon Henke reminds us, this is nothing new:
* NW Progressive Institute, March 2005: "a boisterous crowd which frequently interrupted the discussion with shouts and hard nosed questions. … Democrats in the audience who were interrupting the panel…. the crowd erupted in anger… Democrats in the audience started shouting him down again."
* Savannah Morning News, March 2005: "By now, Jack Kingston is used to shouted questions, interruptions and boos. Republican congressmen expect such responses these days when they meet with constituents about President Bush's proposal to overhaul Social Security."
* USA Today, March 2005: "Shaken by raucous protests at open "town hall"-style meetings last month … Santorum was among dozens of members of Congress who ran gantlets of demonstrators and shouted over hecklers at Social Security events last month. Many who showed up to protest were alerted by e-mails and bused in by anti-Bush organizations such as MoveOn.org and USAction, a liberal advocacy group. They came with prepared questions and instructions on how to confront lawmakers."
You must understand that when Democrats did it in 2005, it was political dissent. Now that the right is engaged in the same sort of behavior, it is "political terrorism".
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Burke places ninth in Oberhof
Tim Burke fell during the final lap of the 15-kilometer World Cup mass start race Sunday in Oberhof, Germany, but was able to hold on to take ninth place.
Burke, a Paul Smiths native, completed the course in 38 minutes, 10.7 seconds. Martin Fourcade, the overall World Cup points leader, won the race in 37:39.4 with one penalty, followed by Alexey Volkov of Russia in 37:44.6 and Tarjei Boe of Norway in 37:58.4.
"I was happy with my performance," Burke said. "It was nice to get back on track after a rough sprint race. I felt strong on the track today, and feel like I am right where I want to be with Sochi just one month away.
"My only disappointment was that I hit a rock on the last loop that caused me to crash, which definitely cost me a few places. Now I am looking forward to Ruhpolding, and hopefully seeing the sun for the first time in a week."
World Cup competition continues in Ruhpolding, Germany on Wednesday, opening with the women's 4x6k relay.
Annelies Cook of Saranac Lake finished 54th in the women's 10k pursuit race Saturday in Oberhof with a time of 43:00.8 and nine misses. Susan Dunklee of Barton, Vt. was the top U.S. finisher in 37:16.3, while Darya Domracheva of Belarus won in 33:35.8 and three penalties.
Leif Nordgren was the only American in the men's 12.5k pursuit on Saturday. He completed the course in 39:06.6 to finish 45th. Emil Hegle Svendsen of Norway won the pursuit in 34:47.7 with one penalty.


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October 1, 2008
The PBS show 'NOW' will feature the presidential campaign in New Mexico at 8:30 p.m. Friday on KENW-TV.
The show will examine how both political parties are working to attract first-time voters on college campuses, as well as Hispanic voters in the state. Gov. Bill Richardson will discuss how New Mexico, along with Nevada and Colorado, could be the deciding factor in the election.
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- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced bamboo shoots
- 1/2 cup cooked small salad shrimp, or large dice medium cooked shrimp
- 2 tablespoons green onion tops, sliced, for garnish
Place 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pan and cook onions and cabbage over- medium high heat just until tender. Remove from heat, drain excess liquid, and reserve.
Whisk the eggs in a bowl and mix in soy sauce, spices, drained cabbage mixture, and bamboo shoots.
Using a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat. Ladle about 4 ounces of the cabbage mixture into the hot pan, as you would for pancakes, and sprinkle the small shrimp evenly on top of each. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until edges start to brown and when jiggled, it slides in the pan. Flip and cook another 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through. Garnish with scallions.
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Molasses-Mustard Glazed Pork Skewers
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 23, 2008) – The USA Volleyball High Performance Coaches' Clinic attracted 190 attendees who learned from some of the most brilliant volleyball minds in the world Jan. 17-20 at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. In conjunction with the clinic, USA Volleyball Coaching Accreditation Program (CAP) conducted several sessions toward the CAP Level I and II certification.
Among the presenters were former Russian women's volleyball coach Nikolay Karpol as the keynote presenter, U.S. Men's National Team Head Coach Hugh McCutcheon and U.S. Women's National Team Head Coach "Jenny" Lang Ping. Both Karpol and Lang Ping have earned Olympic Games medals as coaches, while McCutcheon and Lang Ping are taking their respective teams to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
Jeri Estes, who has held assistant coaching positions with both Team USA and Russian national women's teams, translated for Karpol and presented drills the two coaches use while serving as co-head coaches of the Russian professional women's team Uralochka-NTMK. As Lang Ping focused on an open training session of the U.S. Women's National Team for the attendees, assistant coach Sue Woodstra illustrated to the attendees reasons behind each drill.
"The 2008 USA Volleyball HP Coaches' Clinic continued its tradition of being one of highest quality, most diverse coaches' clinics in the country," said Tom Pingel, USA Volleyball managing director of indoor high performance. "Any time you can pull together as many coaches with as much coaching experience at the very top of the game – be it Olympic, World Championship or NCAA Championship levels – the results will prove to be interesting and exciting. There is no reason to believe that the 2009 Clinic won't be every bit as popular as past clinics."
"The HP Coaches Clinic continues to provide high-level educational opportunities from international masters of the game," said Doug Beal, USA Volleyball chief executive officer. "It was wonderful to have Nikolay Karpol, Lang Ping, Hugh McCutcheon as part of an impressive list of presenters contributing to the same event, sharing their insight and knowledge of the game to our attendees. USA Volleyball is committed to provide high-level educational opportunities, and this event provides an avenue to learn from the top international leaders of our game."
Seven coaches extended their stays in Colorado Springs through Jan. 22 to learn Data Project's Data Volley and Data Video components, as well as the FIVB's Volleyball Information System (VIS).
"The Data Project and VIS Clinic this past weekend was a first step in getting additional coaches, statisticians and volleyball administrators involved in the statistical side of USA Volleyball," said Monica Paul, USA Volleyball associate director of events. "There are numerous opportunities at World League, NORCECA, HP Championships and Junior Olympic events, and we hope to continue to offer training sessions for those interested in contributing to USA Volleyball programs."
In addition to the HP Coaches' Clinic gym sessions viewing a U.S. Women's National Team practice and the Perfection of Defense Actions presented by Estes, Bill Neville presented Teaching the Jump Serve, McCutcheon discussed Managing Risk in Volleyball, Rod Wilde presented Blocking Strategies and John Kessel talked about the Competitive Cauldron Applied with demonstration athletes from Stellar Volleyball Club.
Among the classroom sessions provided in the clinic were High Performance Pipeline reports from the four programs that competed at the 2007 FIVB World Championships, the Russian Volleyball System (Karpol, Estes), Team Chemistry Building (Hugh McCutcheon), Tendencies of the World Volleyball Development and Coaches' Role in Modern Volleyball (Karpol, Estes), Boys' Growth Initiatives (Jeff Mosher, McCutcheon), High Performance Physical Training (Allen Hedrick), Karpol's Team Model and Organization of the Game (Karpol, Estes), Game Preparation and Team Building Concepts (Shelton Collier) and Video Scouting and Match Preparation (Jamie Morrison, Kevin Hambly).
The USA Volleyball High Performance Department also hosted several closed national and regional pipeline classroom sessions. In addition, the clinic initiated smaller group breakout meetings led by HP coaches throughout the weekend to provide immediate input.
Among the CAP Level I sessions offered were Motor Skill Learning Theory (Neville, Hambly), Teaching the Skills: Practicum/Observation/Feedback (Hambly, Pati Rolf, Neville), Coaching Philosophy, Ethics and Legal Duties (John Kessel), Drill Design: Theory and Implementation (Rolf, Hambly), Practice Preparation and Execution (Neville, Rolf) and Drill Sharing (Neville, Hambly, Rolf). Topics presented for CAP Level II were Guiding Principles (Neville), Developing Team Systems of Play (Collier, Sue Gozansky), Building the Serve Receive Offense (Collier, Gozansky), Building Team Defense: Blocking and Floor Defense (Gozansky), Out of System Systems (Neville), Team Drills: Teaching the Systems (Neville, Gozansky) and Team Building: Cohesion, Communication and Trust (Kessel).
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She was soaked to the bone, covered with scrapes, and so caked with mud that she barely looked human anymore. Her whole body ached. She had just traversed a grueling 12-mile landscape that forced her to plunge into freezing-cold water, scale 8-foot walls, belly-crawl beneath barbed wire, and sprint through a field of live electricity wires. Roni Noone had just successfully completed her first Tough Mudder event. And she had never felt better. �It was this awesome feeling of accomplishment,� says Roni, a healthy living blogger from Baltimore, Md., and founder of Skinny Minnie Media, LLC. �I felt like I was capable of doing more than I had ever imagined.� RELATED: How to Train for Your First 5K� Roni is one of 1 million inspiring men and women worldwide who can proudly call themselves �Mudders.� Billing itself as �the toughest event on the planet,� Tough Mudder is an endurance event series in which participants bid to complete an extreme 12-mile obstacle course. Designed by the British Special Forces to push participants to their mental and physical limits, the event leaves no fear untapped: From fire to ice to heights to electric shocks, just about every primal human fear is covered. And, of course, there�s mud�lots of it. The whole concept of Tough Mudder might sound ludicrous�after all, who wants to willingly subject themselves to the torture of electric shocks and ice baths?�but the contagion is spreading. In 2012, over 460,000 people participated in one of 35 Tough Mudder events, making it the fastest-growing challenge event series in the world. But Tough Mudder is not just a fleeting fitness craze; it�s a way of life. The event has garnered a cult-like following, with individuals traveling all over the country to compete in different Tough Mudders. Roni is one such diehard Mudder: �I�ve competed in four Tough Mudders so far and plan to do five more before the end of the year,� she says. So what�s the appeal? Alex Patterson, the Chief Culture Officer of Tough Mudder, speculates that people are drawn to Tough Mudder because it allows them to escape from the monotony of modern life and experience something truly exhilarating. �Modern life is so easy. I think people are looking for real, in-flesh experiences,� says Alex. �Tough Mudder is a way to get out of the city and get muddy and dirty and act like a kid again � to challenge yourself in ways you can�t even predict until you�re out on that course.� So you�re thinking about signing up for a Tough Mudder, huh? Maybe you�re a daredevil seeking an extreme mind-body challenge, or maybe you�ve exhausted the marathon circuit and need a change of pace. Maybe you simply want to earn bragging rights among your coworkers. Either way, what should you know before signing up for a Tough Mudder event, and more importantly, do you have what it takes to get down and dirty? Go with your gut reaction. Certain personality types are more wired to do a Tough Mudder, says Alex. �We say that there�s a �switch� that goes off in your mind when you hear about Tough Mudder,� he says. �You immediately think either �yes� or �no.�� Ask yourself these questions: Are you the type that shies away from any sort of physical or emotional discomfort? Do you avoid getting dirty or facing extreme conditions? Are you deathly afraid of fire or heights? �If the mere thought of Tough Mudder makes you shudder or cower in fear, it�s probably wisest just to steer clear. But if you�re an adrenaline junkie who thrives on intense experiences�somebody who is fearless and relishes a good challenge�then Tough Mudder might be up your alley. Brains over brawn. You log hours at the gym, religiously run marathons and make pull-ups look like child�s play. That�s great, but at the end of the day, sheer brawn won�t cut it. Many Tough Mudder obstacles are designed to push you to your mental and emotional limits, so the event is as much about mental toughness and grit than anything else. �It�s more about the state of your mind than the readiness of your body,� Alex says. Couch potatoes need not apply. Before competing in a Tough Mudder, you should be in fairly good shape and capable of comfortably running four to five miles at a time. However, you also don�t need elite athletic skills in order to conquer the course. �People think you have to be at your �peak� to do an event like this, but that�s not necessarily true,� Roni says. �As long as you�re an active person�somebody who works out on a fairly consistent basis�it�s very doable.� Additionally, basic swimming skills are a prerequisite and all participants should be skilled enough to tread water for extended periods of time. Train. You might be thinking, �How can I prepare for this event?� After all, many of Tough Mudder�s most infamous obstacles�such as �The Everest,� an 8-foot high half-pipe coated in mud and grease�are difficult to recreate in an ordinary gym setting. All event participants are encouraged to check out the Tough Mudder Boot Camp training programs available on Tough Mudder�s website. These customizable workout programs combine resistance training with high-intensity cardiovascular exercises to prepare you for the challenges you�ll face on a Tough Mudder course. �For every obstacle, we offer some type of recommended exercise to go along with it,� Patterson says. �We recommend following the program 3-5 times a week for at least 3 to 6 months prior to the event.� Teamwork is key. Camaraderie and teamwork are at the heart of the Tough Mudder ethos, so choose teammates wisely. �Find individuals who are high-spirited and have great attitudes�that�s more important than teammates who are in good shape,� Alex says. �You want people who will go through the course with a smile on their face and pick you up when you slip.� Don�t compete. The Tough Mudder is not a competition�it�s a challenge. Unlike traditional road races, it is a badge of honor merely to complete a Tough Mudder (only 78 percent of entrants actually finish the course). But in order to cross that finish line, you will need to rely on assistance from teammates and strangers alike. �It�s not about individual accomplishment,� says Alex. �When you do a Tough Mudder, even if you�re doing it solo, you�re never doing it alone. Everybody on the course becomes your teammate and helps you get to that finish line.� Listen to your body. Know that you�re permitted to skip any obstacle without penalty or shame. Tough Mudder is a �challenge,� not a race, so the main objective is simply to attempt all obstacles to the best of your ability. Don�t get too hung up if you�re unable to do something�just move on. Additionally, anybody who is at risk of electric-related obstacles due to medical concerns or cannot swim is strongly encouraged to skip these obstacles. Dress properly. Wear normal running shoes (no cleats) and lightweight, tight-fitting clothing. Roni recommends donning a form-fitting spandex tank top and Capri bottoms. �I made the mistake of wearing a cotton tank one time and it absorbed all the water and mud, so it felt like I was carrying around a 20-pound tank top for the whole race,� she says. She also advises wearing gripping gloves. �There are a lot of logs and rough surfaces and you want to protect your hands from splinters.� Put safety first. From fire to ice to electricity, there are many inherent dangers on the Tough Mudder course, so it�s paramount that you seek immediate medical attention if something goes awry or if you notice another participant struggling. �Safety is the number one priority of our company,� Alex says. �We have third-party medical providers stationed on the course at regular intervals and at obstacles where we perceive there to be potential risk to participants.� Additionally, all obstacles are inspected for safety by third-party engineers the day of the event. Have fun. Tough Mudders don�t take themselves too seriously. So smile, get muddy and enjoy the ride. Brought to you by: Spry


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Art Show: Tomory Dodge
Along with the many architects and furniture designers who created the look of the postwar American home, one weaver was just as influential: Jack Lenor Larsen. The Seattle native had a revolutionary way with color, pattern, and texture, which made his fabrics a favorite with everyone from Frank Lloyd Wright to Marilyn Monroe. Now 85, Larsen—whose firm is currently owned by the esteemed British textile company Colefax and Fowler—has devoted the last 27 years to the creation of his LongHouse Reserve, a Japanese-inspired home and 16-acre sculpture garden in East Hampton, New York. "Whether I'm weaving or weeding," he says, "keeping my hands busy makes my mind work better."
• I went to architecture school in the 1940s, at the University of Washington. I didn't draw very well. We had to learn a little weaving to understand textiles. I was better at that. I melded weaving and architecture and got something new.
• When I moved to New York, I went to see Florence Knoll about a job. She looked at my portfolio and said, "Well, he certainly has a statement, but it's not my statement." Knoll's early collections were in Mondrian colors. I liked earth tones and the colors of semiprecious stones. Six years later, Knoll adopted my palette. I could have been upset but instead saw it as a triumph.
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University Hospital Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany
Diagnosis of urethral stricture (program ID: 262459)
Patrick Günther
Department of Pediatric Surgery
Specialized in: general surgery
The Department of Pediatric Surgery at the Heidelberg University Hospital under the direction of PD Dr. med. Patrick Günther has a long experience in pediatric surgery and leads a vigorous activity in science, research and teaching, which is recognized in Germany and far beyond its borders. The Department specializes, i.a., in surgery of newborns and premature babies, visceral surgery, oncosurgery, pediatric traumatology and urology.
The unborn children in the womb, premature and newborn babies as well as adolescents up to 15 are treated in the Department of Pediatric Surgery at the Heidelberg University Hospital. Nevertheless, the Department of Pediatric Surgery also deals with the treatment of older patients in case of chronic diseases in order to avoid gaps in the treatment of adolescents.
The range of clinical services of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at the Heidelberg University Hospital under the direction of PD Dr. med. Patrick Günther includes, i.a.:
- Bowel functions disorder
- Short bowel syndrome
- Hirschprung disease
- Chronic constipation
- Chronic inflammatory bowel disease
- Hemangiomas and vascular pathology
- Tumors, incl.:
- Neuroblastoma
- Nephroblastoma (Wilm's tumor)
- Tumors of germ cells
- Teratoma of coccyx
- Hepatoblastoma
- Pediatric traumatology
- Urologic pediatric surgery
- Phimosis
- Hernia
- Hydrocele
- Hypospadias
- Surgery of premature und newborn babies
- Omphalocele
- Gastroschisis
- Esophageal atresia
- Diaphragmatic hernia
- Anal atresia
- Intestinal atresias and stenoses
- Meconium ileus
- Necrotizing enterocolitis
- Thoracic surgery
- Funnel chest
- Lung pathology
- Pleural empyema
- Cervical cysts and fistulae
- Median cervical hydrocele
- Lateral cervical hydrocele
- Minimally invasive pediatric surgery
- Outpatient pediatric surgery
Program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- tumor markers
- inflammation indicators
- indicators blood coagulation
- pelvic and abdominal ultrasound
- retrograde urethrography
- ureteroscopy
- nursing services
- services of all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
About hospital
Accommodation in hospital
Department of General Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology, Metabolism and Gastroenterology at the Center for Child and Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatric Cardiology and Congenital Heart Diseases at the Center for Child and Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology, and Immunology at the Center for Child and Adolescent Medicine
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Diagnosis of urethral stricture
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- Department: Department of Pediatric Surgery
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We just finished up a conversation with the Orioles and I'm excited to announce our best Hangout night special ever! The Orioles want to make sure their diehard fans here at the Hangout are taken care of so on Wednesday, September 12th vs the Tampa Bay Rays, they will be offering 1992 pricing on tickets in section 8. That's right $13 tickets for seats that go for $45. You will not sit closer to the field for cheaper unless someone is giving you free tickets.
We are given a code (Hangout) that will allow you to purchase these seats at the special discount rate. Everyone is invited so bring your family, friends, and co-workers and let them know of this great offer as we help fill Camden Yards with die-hard Orioles fans as the Orioles march towards the playoffs this September!
There will be no official pre-game but some of us plan to start over at Pickels before the game so come over and stop by and say hi!
Many thanks to Greg Bader for getting this to happen quickly.
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Wednesday, September 12th at 7:05 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Rays
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At the 40th Munich Conference on Security Policy
Munich, Germany
8 February 2004
Our topic, the future of the Middle East, and our dialogue are both important. Today, the Middle East is on the frontlines, perhaps it is the frontline, of a global struggle for peace and development. In solving long-term conflicts, in achieving genuine development and reform, in living up to the values of our faith and heritage; in all these ways the Arab world is engaged in a great enterprise. The results will impact the entire world. And we who are on that frontline look to the friends of peace and freedom for your support and partnership.
Today, I would like to give you a brief situation report. Let me begin with the core challenge: ending the Arab-Israeli conflict. Given the headlines from elsewhere in the region, some of you may wonder if this is, indeed, still at the core. Let me assure you, it remains central to the region and the world. No other conflict has cast such long shadows on our globe, or been used to cause such division, or promoted such bitterness. The time has come to put a stop to the long and hateful cycle of violence.
In fact, the contours of a historic reconciliation are before us. It involves a two-state solution, in which an independent Palestinian state lives in peaceful coexistence alongside a secure and recognised Israel within the 1967 frontiers. As you know, the Arab League collectively endorsed this proposal with full normalisation between the Arab countries and Israel. Mainstream Palestinians accept that the refugees' right of return must not undermine the demographic balance of Israel. Mainstream Israelis understand that they cannot be occupiers of another people.
A Palestinian capital in Eastern Jerusalem would be matched by an Israeli capital in Western Jerusalem. This is the unavoidable road to peace. The parties know it. And the extremists know it. They are doing what they can to stop forward movement. And with every day of delay, there is harm to the region and the world.
For us in Jordan, the crisis in Palestine is very near. From parts of my country, at night you can see the lights of Jerusalem. Every day, our people know the suffering that is going on. And we experience the destructive regional impact of the conflict. So, Jordan has been a leader in the search for peace. For decades, we have taken the risks that peace requires. And we are committed to helping achieve a real resolution.
But, friends, neither the parties, nor their neighbours, nor the region can do it alone. The international community has a crucial role. To achieve a just and lasting peace requires the active leadership of the United States, and more, it requires a collective international alliance for peace. We share a commitment to peace and stability. We share respect for human dignity and security. Now we must share the leadership in achieving these values. Such an alliance can secure the future of Palestine and Israel, bolster peace and stability in the Middle East and promote the security interests of free nations worldwide. It is time to act, and time to succeed.
This brings me to a second regional challenge, the challenge of development. Reports show that per capita income has actually shrunk in the Arab countries during the last 20 years. One of every five Arabs lives on less than $2 a day, and in the labour force, one in seven is unemployed. Youth, who are more than sixty percent of the population, can be especially vulnerable. When young people lose hope, they can turn to apathy or violence, and either course threatens the drive for reform and the move towards modernity.
It takes a collective Arab effort to address these issues. And, indeed, historic opportunities are before us. They include educational systems dedicated to excellence, responsive, transparent governance, a vigorous private sector that can harness the region's tremendous human potential and other positive programmes.
We look to ourselves to create our own future. But our friends around the globe can also make a vital contribution. When the international community supports those of us who are engaged in reform, when it supports development, it helps create a climate of justice and hope – the necessary environment for security in the region and the world.
Hope is not merely material. This leads me to say a few words about the Islamic faith that is central to Jordan's identity. Recent years have brought new dialogue in the West about the nature of Islam. Some believe that Muslims are forbidden from engaging constructively in the modern world. Jordanians will tell you that is untrue. From its earliest days, Islam pioneered a path that respected diversity and tolerance, promoted new ideas and empowered its people. This is the true Islam, and these values are why Jordanians speak out against hatred, why we were among the first to condemn 9/11 absolutely and without reservation, and why we have taken the lead against extremism and terrorism.
Jordanians partake of a special heritage: From our soil, the Levant, faith in one God, the united belief of Judaism, Christianity and Islam took root and spread across the world. I believe that what is taking root in the Middle East today can also impact the world. If we succeed, and success will require all of us, this may be a century in which billions more people have access to the world's promise.
No discussion of the future of the Middle East can be complete without addressing the prospects for Iraq. Here as well it is urgent that the friends of freedom win the peace. That means more than replacing the old failed structure. There must be sustainable security, security in which Iraqis are able to resolve their own problems peacefully. It is not a question of how fast an election is held, but how well the governing institutions are built. It is the substance, not the pace of change that will ultimately define success.
As Iraq's neighbours, we bear a specific responsibility: to do all that is in our capability, to help the men and women of Iraq achieve the foundations for self-determination. This is the path to a free and prospering future, one that can benefit Iraqis and help opportunity flourish across the region. It is the path to Iraq's historic place: a great country, of knowledge and opportunities, within the family of Arab and Middle Eastern nations.
My friends,
We are now well on our way into a new century. It was entered, in the words of UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, "Through a gate of fire." Ahead lies the promise of freedom, human rights, global justice and development – if we make the right decisions now.
Those who believe in peace must stand together. To you, I say: you can count on Jordan. As we fight against terror, we are also working to deliver on something better, the promise of moderation, freedom and reform. We are working for new hope, hope for a future of prosperity and peace. As that future takes root and flourishes in my region, it will spread its benefits throughout the world.
In a recent speech, US Secretary of State Colin Powell said, "We fight terrorism because we must, but we seek a better world because we can". And I am sure that you all agree, for the aspirations of men and women across the world are much the same, and so should their opportunities be. We must now deliver on that promise, and work together to face the risks and the new dangers.
Jordan is reaching out to you on this agenda. We want your support, but we also want to support you in the march towards our common goals. For what we are facing, is indeed, a shared destiny but more importantly, a shared commitment for freedom, security and peace.
Thank you very much.