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So bottom line, "the 5 MHz band" is a nebulous concept. Only if operating within the 5725-5850 MHz range can anyone expect "the 5 MHz band" to be unlicensed in the future. My bet is, LTE service up there would end up using a new licensed portion of "the 5 MHz band."


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ThorShield: Taking some of the sting out of police work
By Marin Perez,
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Electroshock devices like Tasers have, in situations conducive to their use, saved officer and suspect lives by successfully incapacitating dangerous people in a fashion that helps avoid the need for deadly force. These less-lethal tools are quickly becoming "go-to" devices in use-of-force situations.
But like any weapon, there is a danger of combative suspects disarming an officer and using it against him.
Anyone who has "gone for a ride" can tell you the debilitating effect these stun guns can have. To help combat this critical officer-safety issue, Point Blank Solutions and G2 Consulting have introduced the ThorShield body armor liner--available only to law enforcement and military.
"ThorShield is a lightweight, comfotable body armor liner that will absolutely stop electroshock weapons like stun guns and Tasers," said Dale Taylor, Vice President of Research and Development for Point Blank Solutions. "The FBI's Uniform Crime Report showed that about 20 percent of officers who were feloniously slain were slain by their own weapons." With that, Taylor expressed concern that officers can also be disarmed of their electroshock device and have it used against them, seriously compromising their safety.
The companies' patented fabric is sewn into the outer shell of a ballistic vest and stops electroshock weapons by being more conductive than the human body. The electricity is dispersed in the fabric, and the user feels no effects if both probes hit the vest. Even if one probe hits the vest and one hits skin, Taylor said the ThorShield in the vest will reduce the impulse to some degree and may help to prevent the officer from being incapacitated.
ThorShield comes out as more cases of officers getting their Taser stolen or having electroshock weapons being used against them surface.
The increased adoption of civilian stun guns is also a growing potential danger to officers, said Taylor. It is important to note, ThorShield vests and technology will only be sold to police or military personnel.
"We didn't look at any specific officer-safety incident in developing this, we just realized that the opportunity to incapacitate an officer was growing and we are trying to be more proactive in having officers be protected against these kinds of attacks," said Michael Foreman, Senior Vice President of Domestic and International Sales at Point Blank Solutions.
Foreman, a retired Orange County (Fla) Sheriff's Office Chief, said regular body armor may not protect from weapons like Tasers.
"The probes of a Taser can penetrate a Level IIIA ballistic vest and a Spike Level 3 corrections vest," he said. "And if you're hit by one of these stun guns, you won't be able to defend yourself or others."
Although he has not tested ThorShield, Dave Smith, senior instructor of the Street Survival Seminars, says body armor that can stop electroshock weapons is an important idea because these weapons can pose a significant officer-safety threat.
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"Officers can't afford to be disabled; we have to protect our weapons systems," said Smith. "I've seen hundreds of videos and have been involved in tons of demonstrations and I have yet to see one person fight through the Taser — it actively disables you."
Smith had concerns that adding more layers to the vest could potentially be detrimental to officer safety.
"For day-to-day patrol officers, their vests have to provide protection while not hindering maneuverability, agility, or body temperature," said Smith. "It's always a delicate process trying to balance between comfort, usability and protection."
The makers of ThorShield said they were aware of this balancing act during research and development. Taylor said the first generation was a bit inflexible and thick, so they worked hard to slim the material down without hindering an officer's movement.
"It is very important to us that added protection would be nearly invisible to the officer," Taylor said.
The fabric is machine washable, flexible and has been independently tested to stop current electroshock weapons. The fabric is light enough that there will be a ThorShield line of tactical and patrol gloves later this year.
"It's a very exciting technology," said Foreman. "We've received nothing but positive feedback after our demonstrations because this is an issue that's not going away any time soon."
Point Blank and PACA Body Armor will be the exclusive distributor of ThorShield armor liner. It will come standard in Point Blank Armor's VisionTM line of body armor, and it's also available as an optional upgrade in the Hi-LiteTM and C-SeriesTM lines. The upgrade will cost about $60 dollars
"We recognize that it's an officer-safety issue, so we wanted to make it affordable." Foreman said. "It's more important to see more officers wearing vests than just maximizing profits on a new technology."

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Skip to comments.Occupy And Labor Argue That Higher Wages Can Solve Fiscal Cliff (Spew-worthy)
Posted on 11/27/2012 3:37:48 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
With the fiscal cliff looming, the deficit ballooning and the economy far from booming, the ongoing debate over how best to address the nations economic woes remains unsettled. Now, labor leaders and Occupy networks are agitating for what may be the fix: higher wages.
This Black Friday, workers at Walmart and other big box stores in 47 states began unprecedented demonstrations calling for higher wages and benefits. Although widespread and formally organized strikes have yet to be seen, the growing movement is likely to drive a larger national conversation about the way tens of millions of American workers are compensated.
Take Walmart, the nations largest private employer. There, the average sales associate makes $8.81/hour. Working full time (Walmart defines that as 34 hours per week), that person takes home less than $16,000 ever year. To put that in perspective, the federal poverty level for a family of four is $22,000; hence the label poverty wages.
Its not just the fault of private employers, who typically pursue the wage floor set by the federal and state governments. The federal minimum wage remains at the low low rate of $7.25, less than it was in 1968 (inflation adjusted). Even working a full 40 hour week, that rate still leaves many Americans below poverty level.
Following his election in 2008, President Obama proposed a gradual increase of the federal minimum wage, to $9.50 an hour by 2011. That never materialized, but the promise remains on the transitional website of the President-elect...
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So set the minimum wage to $25 and the problem is solved, right? Hey, why not $35? I'm feeling overly generous today. And free health care for all! And real parties - with presents! And pudding. And I want a pony.
That is the most imbecile premise I have seen in at least 10 minutes.
You're not too far off! Last year, when the occupy movement began, their "platform" consisted of a $20/hr min wage, free health care, free education, forgiveness of all debt, and a host of other goodies.
Seems reminiscent of the Carter years.
With a minimum wage of $25/hr, a BigMac will cost $10. No wonder the Treasury Department is eliminating pennies and nickels.
dude. In the past 10 minutes I had seen posts about sex with human bones, Germany outlawing the pimping of animals for sex, GOP thinking amnesty will help win elections, and the owner of the Palm Beach Post wanting to launch a "conservative" website....
Heard a union story today. A local plant pays union thugs in 'groups'. Say it's a group of five workers. If one worker puts in 60 hours for the week, everyone in the group gets paid for 60 hours even if everyone else worked 40. Neat deal.
IOW, the author wants to flush his credibility down the toilet right away.
As far as wages go, it's the worth of the dollar more than anything. The average manufacturing job's wage back in the 50s (average, mind you) was the equivalent of about $14/hr in 2012 dollars. Get excessive micromanaging regulation out of the way, as well as incredibly excessive taxation, and you will be able to attract more jobs back to the USA to the point where the socialistic "benefit" programs can be torpedoedwhich should happen ASAP per Benjamin Franklin's maxim on making the poor uncomfortable in poverty.
Serious question. When wages go up, prices go up to get enough profit to pay the higher wages and invest in growth. Right? So if wages go up and prices go up, how does the increased wage help you get ahead? You have more money to buy things that cost more than ever. Makes no sense.
Also, say you have a burger flipper making 10.00 an hour. And you have the team leader making, 12. 00 an hour and a manager making 16.00 dollars an hour. If you give the first two raises to say, 12.00 and 14.00, don't you have to give the manager a raise too? Where do the raises stop?
Okay so yeah. I've never been to business school or owned a business thats obvious. I'm working on common sense here. I've just never understood why the lefties think that higher wages is a cure all. To me it defies common sense.
To the left, and many FReepers I've seen (try reading ksen on this thread - what a loser: http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2963421/posts), believe the job of a business is to provide employment. Of course, they want a "living wage".
This is pure crap. It's a job. Take it or leave it. Last time I checked, WalMart doesn't go around putting guns to people's heads and force them to work.
It's typical left wing BS thinking - a "job" has to provide for your every need. This idea sits well with those who can't find a good paying job because they are IDIOTS!
Oh we know how that'll turn out.... Twentieth Century Motors
Trying to use common sense and logic to understand the left is like trying to teach your cat to fix your car
Same thing happens when they raise the "minimum wage". If it goes from $7 to $7.50 then everyone in between had to be raised. And what happens to the person that started a few years ago at $7 and worked up to $8? The new floor of $7.50 now basically ignores their advancement and so they want $8.50 or more.
The concept of minimum wage is marxist.
Any person who thinks they are worth more than they are being paid can easily prove whether that is true. They can go work for themselves. If they make more than at their job, they were underpaid and can keep going on their own. If they make less, they better go back to their regular job and be grateful that they are overpaid.
I did both at once at times. It worked out.
A printing press?
A company that earns no profit pays no wages in very short order.
Please tell us all how to raise wages while maintaining or growing employment. Perhaps those under $10 an hour workers at Wal-Mart and similar establishments should either get more training to make themselves more valuable to employers, start their own businesses or work their way up the retail ladder. Did you know that Wal-Mart managers make six and seven figure salaries?
Leftists are angry, dangerous children.
And it strikes me lately that they seem to think that wealth equality is the ONLY thing that matters in life.
Is it now unPC to say that it is often the case that there are manycontent poor people and many miserable wealthy people? Money really isn't everything. Isn't there still something to be said for being content with your station in life? Many people find peace in living simply. Or am I not supposed to say that?
It's called wage-push inflation and the effects are well-known.
It leads to higher unemployment and a slower economy eventually.
And I should suppose that Brett is a poster child for the Food Stamp President's proposal that "everyone" attend college, even the mentally deficient and mentally ill.
Think about it. Wages is a part of every business model - they are factored into the cost of the products/services. If wages are arbitrarily raised, then the cost of everything will also have to be increased. Raise the minimum wage to $100/hr and the next day that $100/hr has the same buying power as the $10/hr had before the wages went up. I grew up in the '50s and my uncle made about $50/week in '60. He was able to afford an apartment and a new car. Ask yourself why wages and prices have gotten so much higher over the last 50 years or so. What drive costs and wages up? How does it affect people? If costs go up due to outside interference and wages remain static because the business is not making more money even though it has to charge more, what does that mean to the consumer? Why does money devalue?
Just after Pelosi and Reid took the Congressional branch in 2006, one of the first actions they did was to push for a raise in minimum wage. Immediately after the UE rate started climbing and gas started to spike.
I'm sure it was not the cause of the housing bubble burst, however I do believe it was the "straw that broke the camels back."
It must be nice to wake up as a liberal every morning with no knowledge of history and only filled with utopian hopes and dreams....
"Does anyone think the economy can truly recover without wages rising?....Low wages are the reason so many people are using government welfare programs and voting for the Democrats. "
Wages are irrelevant. What is relevant is purchasing power. What these same dopes are advocating is a 1 for 1 increase in labor and price. In fact, their "higher wage" will actually be a net decline in the purchasing power of those receiving that wage. For every $1 increase in wage, it costs the employer at least $1.10 and as much as $1.35.
In addition, that minimum wage increase not only negatively effects min wage employees, but it does not translate into an across the board raise for all employees. So, the few workers that will benefit will harm everyone's purchasing power. In the article, it compares a $16K/yr wage with $22K as the poverty line. So, let's do the math and assume a raise from $16K to $22K, 22-16=6*1.10=6.6.
Now, you can see that this gives the laborer $6K, but costs the employer $6,600 per employee. That cost is added to the goods produced or services offered, and all of a sudden you now have less purchasing power before the big raise! Plus, those making $25K now do not get the raise, but they do get to pay higher prices....
Don't worry tho, we will be able to talk about how great the government was for giving so much to the poor people, but that was all cancelled out by the evil corporation stealing it all away!
If I were a leftist, I'd just advocate that we raise taxes on those employers! That'll drive those prices down.
Axiomatic flaw: they think money IS wealth.
It's not. It represents wealth.
$1 = (total national economic value) / (money supply)
Increase the minimum wage, and we'll have to increase the money supply, devaluing a dollar to a smaller fraction of total wealth.
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Micron Technology has announced it has worked with Sun Microsystems to develop a new single-level cell (SLC) enterprise NAND technology that extends the lifespan of flash-based storage for enterprise applications. The result of the collaboration has yielded production devices capable of achieving one million write cycles.
"Micron is pleased to work with Sun on this landmark achievement, enabling the use of flash in new applications that were previously not possible because of the inherent write/erase cycle limitations of standard SLC and MLC NAND," said Brian Shirley, vice president of Micron's memory group.
Micron claims that its SLC NAND flash devices will sustain one million write cycles, ten times more compared to typical SLC NAND flash's one hundred thousand write cycles. The number of write cycles for MLC NAND is unclear, but it may also go up ten times from 10 thousand times per bit.
"We expect this technology to revolutionize the enterprise storage hierarchy and be adopted by a wide range of transaction-intensive applications, including solid state drives and storage systems, disk caching, as well as networking and industrial applications," added Mr. Shirley.
Micron is now sampling its Enterprise NAND in densities up to 32Gb/s. Volume production is expected in the first quarter of 2009. Micron also plans to introduce both SLC and multi-level cell (MLC) enterprise versions on its industry-leading 34nm NAND process early next year.
"As the market for enterprise SSD flash storage technology matures, leaders like Sun combine technological innovation and next-generation open source software to deliver flash-based storage products that offer radical simplicity and breakthrough performance at a fraction of the cost of traditional disk-based storage systems," said Michael Cornwell, lead technologist for flash memory at Sun.


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The forthcoming motion-sensing game controllers from Microsoft Corp. and Sony Computer Entertainment will hardly boost sales of Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 game consoles, claims the head of Square Enix, a leading game publisher. Moreover, it may become even harder for Microsoft and Sony to compete with Nintendo, which is likely to release its next-generation system by 2011.
"Present game machines already have a lot of functions: they are a network terminal, a Blu-ray or DVD player, and a gaming machine. Compared to these three pillars, the [new motion] controllers are quite limited, so the impact may be small. They are an extension of the gaming function," said Yoichi Wada, chief executive of game publisher Square Enix, in an interview with the Financial Times.
While Mr. Wada does not underestimate the advantages of motion-sensing game controllers, he does note that it is rather difficult to develop high-quality title supporting the new controllers. Moreover, since new controllers are not supplied with game systems by default and have to be acquired separately, game developers should keep in mind that titles that take advantage of Microsoft Natal or Sony's controller will not appeal to complete installed bases. Nevertheless, the head of Square Enix expects motion-sensing controllers to become standard.
"As a user interface it's fantastic and I think it will become standard," said Mr. Wada.
Mr. Wada also expressed expectation expected that Nintendo would release "a new Wii" by 2011, with functionality more like that of Microsoft's Xbox 360 or Sony's PlayStation 3, and possibly a different controller. This is hardly the first time when market observers expect Nintendo to add high-definition graphics to its ultra-popular Wii game console.
Nintendo Wii is only slightly more powerful than that inside PS2 and the original Xbox. It is very likely that the company spent loads of time optimizing the costs of its hardware instead of boosting its performance. As a result, it is very likely that internally the firm has been working on something more powerful than Wii. Theoretically, this could be so-called Wii HD, but considering that fundamental technology development for Wii was finished around 2004 at the latest, the company has already had five years to develop something completely new, not just an update to Wii.
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"What we need to do is always lean into the future. When the world changes around you and when it changes against you—what used to be a tail wind is now a head wind—you have to lean into that and figure out what to do because complaining isn't a strategy. "
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We're all connected these days. We trade information on iPhones, iPads, laptops, Twitter and Facebook. We're talking, texting and e-mailing on our cellphones, and we're downloading electronic books. We're buying and selling everything from stocks to socks on the Internet and making payments on the Web.
So what about the business aircraft cabin? Are we still connected in flight? Imperfectly perhaps, but the answer is yes. And new technology is making the connection better and faster almost daily. In-flight Internet connectivity is approaching the speeds of ground-based connections, though not as inexpensively. Wi-Fi in the cabin can give passengers anywhere-in-the-world e-mail access through smartphones and personal digital assistants.
As for cabin entertainment, Blu-ray players are making high-definition audio and video a reality. For those bringing aboard their own entertainment, there are iPod and MP3 docks. And the ubiquitous moving-map display has been taken to a new level with satellite-derived imagery and real-time stock results and sports scores.
Will there come a day when aircraft cabin technology equals what you'd find in the most up-to-date home or office? Probably not, say those in the industry, because the latest electronics always appear first in ground-based systems. Then it takes years to certify the new technology to aviation requirements and bring it to the aircraft cabin. Even so, today's cabin equipment far surpasses what was available only a few years ago.
Here's a list of firms that contribute to this world of in-flight connectivity and entertainment.
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Merry Christmas. I hope that everyone is enjoying the season. It is very cold and snowy here, so I look out the window wistfully at the parts of the garden that manage to rise above the snow, and make plans for next year. I'm looking forward to the first spring bulbs, but meanwhile I've got a few bulbs growing indoors.
In order to enjoy the scent of soil and the satisfaction of watching something grow, I've got some Hippeastrum (amaryllis) bulbs in various stages of growth. It's such fun to watch their progress, and of course so easy since they don't require chilling. From the first tiny point of emerging green to the splendid, showy flowers, they are fun to observe. The ones in bloom need staking, even after only one of the flowers fully opens, and the heavy pots help keep the tall, top-heavy flowers stable.
Here's a warm fire to offset the frigid temperatures outdoors. The Christmas bears are warming their toes, after having fun in the snow, but I've warned them not to get their paws too close.
This collage shows some of the ornaments from my tree. I have some birds that I've had since I was a child, given to me by my father when I belonged to the young naturalist's club. I got one per month, and now 40 or so of them nest in my tree. The little presents were ones that I made from homemade wrapping paper, by carving and printing them with ink onto tissue paper. There are more teddies on the tree, and various mini-wreathes and mini-baskets I've made and wrapped with ribbons, berries or cones. I made some little cross stitched ornaments, too.
I hope that Santa is good to you, and that you have a peaceful holiday. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Northern Shade.


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Final Update of Federal Oil and Gas Regulations Will Improve Energy Development on Public Lands
In a move that will enhance the nation's energy independence and security, the Bureau of Land Management today published final revised regulations governing oil and gas activity on the public lands. The rule published in today's Federal Register updates the set of regulations known as Onshore Oil and Gas Order Number 1. The Order establishes the requirements that companies must meet to obtain approval for oil and gas exploration and development on all Federal and Indian lands (except those of the Osage Tribe).
"Updating Onshore Order Number 1 reflects the BLM's continuing commitment to managing the public lands for multiple uses while also protecting the health and diversity of the resources they hold," said Acting BLM Director Jim Hughes. "The revised Order will advance the goal of the President's National Energy Policy as reaffirmed in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 – developing the abundant energy supplies on public lands in an environmentally sound manner."
The revised Order includes updates required by the Energy Policy Act, the 1987 Federal Onshore Oil and Gas Leasing Reform Act, legal opinions, court cases, and changes in policy and procedure issued since the Order was last updated in October 1983. Major changes involve procedures for processing Applications for Permits to Drill (APDs), the use of Best Management Practices (BMPs) in lease development, and regulations and procedures for operating in split estate situations, where privately owned surface overlies Federally owned minerals.
The revised Order contains a clear definition of a "complete" APD package that puts into regulation the definition already commonly used in many BLM Field Offices. It also codifies the current BLM practice requiring a joint onsite inspection by the BLM and the operator before an APD is considered complete. In addition, the latest version of the Order ensures that APD processing will occur according to the timeframes contained in Section 366 of the Energy Policy Act.
The Final Rule encourages operators to use environmental Best Management Practices when developing their APDs, as is current BLM policy. The updated Order further clarifies that BMPs may be included as Conditions of Approval in drilling permits. Because a number of conditions, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements have changed in the 20 years since the last revision, the Final Rule also reorganizes the Order so that permit processing requirements and timeframes are now found in one section.
Regulations and procedures used when operating in split estate situations are also clarified in the Final Rule, which requires operators to make good faith efforts to reach surface access agreements with private surface owners. Where a good faith effort fails and no surface agreement can be reached, the revised Order provides for the posting of a bond to protect against damages to the surface as allowed in the statute that reserved the mineral rights to the Federal government.
In addition, the Final Rule provides opportunities for private surface owners to participate in onsite inspection meetings. This provision responds to comments gathered from some surface owners during a series of listening sessions on split estate issues, held in four Western cities and Washington D.C. in 2006. The revised Order also clarifies that split estate lands where the surface is in Indian ownership will be subject to the same provisions as situations where the surface is privately owned.
The revised Order also incorporates a 1988 opinion by the Department of Interior Solicitor that on split estate lands, the BLM shall comply with cultural and endangered species regulations in essentially the same way it does when the surface is Federally owned. A more recent Solicitor's opinion, from 2004, allows clarification in the updated rule that the BLM has authority to require additional bonding for off-lease facilities that are necessary to develop a lease, such as impoundments for water produced from coalbed natural gas wells.
The Final Rule as published today is effective April 6, 2007.
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PARIS Researchers at the University of Manchester in the U.K. said they have built an advanced computational model of an anatomically correct heart to help answer questions about atrial fibrillation.
The research team, led by Professor Henggui Zhang, said the virtual heart includes details of the complex fiber structure of the tissue, and the segmentation of the upper chambers of the heart into known distinctive atrial regions.
The heart 3-D model was then used to explore the atrial fibrillation (AF), which occurs when abnormal impulses suddenly start firing in the upper chambers of the heart. These impulses override the heart's natural pacemaker, which can no longer control the rhythm of the heart. This desynchronizes the heart muscle contraction and reduces the hearts efficiency and performance, Zhang said.
A computation sheep atria model for the study of atrial fibrillation
A computation sheep atria model for the study of atrial fibrillation
Researchers said they simulated erratic electrical waves passing through the vein and the surrounding atrial tissue and found that regional differences in the electrical activity across the tissue of the heart plays a major role in the initiation of AF. They also identified that the fiber structure of the heart is key to the development of AF.
"This study has for the first time identified the individual role of electrical heterogeneity and fiber structure in the initiation and development of AF," Professor Zhang declared. "It has not previously been possible to study the contribution of the two separately but using our computational model weve been able to clearly see that both electrical heterogeneity and fiber structure need to be taken into consideration when treatment strategies for AF are being devised."
The researchers said they now expect to find a way to target the electrical conduction in specific regions of the heart to better protect against AF. They also intend to use the 3-D heart to better understand AF and develop more effective treatments.
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Peach Melba
- Peaches:
- 3 cups water
- 3 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 vanilla pod, split lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 8 peaches
- Raspberry sauce:
- 3 cups raspberries
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- To serve:
- 1 large tub vanilla ice
Put the water, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla pod into a wide saucepan and heat gently to dissolve the sugar. Bring the pan to the boil and let it bubble away for about 5 minutes, then turn the heat down to a fast simmer.
Cut the peaches in half, and if the stones come out easily then remove them, if not then you can get them out later. Poach the peach halves in the sugar syrup for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side depending on the ripeness of the fruit. Test the cut side with the sharp point of a knife to see if they are soft, and then remove them to a plate with a slotted spoon.
When all the peaches are poached, peel off their skins and let them cool (then you can remove any remaining stones). If you are making them a day in advance then let the poaching syrup cool and then pour into a dish with the peaches. Otherwise just bag up the syrup and freeze it for the next time you poach peaches.
To make the raspberry sauce, liquidize the raspberries, confectioners' sugar, and lemon juice in a blender or a food processor. Sieve to remove the pits and pour the puree into a jug.
To assemble the Peach Melba, allow 2 peach halves per person and sit them on each plate alongside a scoop or 2 of ice cream. Spoon the raspberry sauce over each.
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Many cat owners may not know they could be at risk of developing a disease from their felines. According to PetMD.com, cat scratch fever, or cat scratch disease (CSD), is one such condition. Cat scratch disease is a disease of humans, not of cats. Cats may carry the bacteria - called Bartonella henselae - without any signs of illness. If such a cat bites or scratches a person they could transmit the bacteria to that person, resulting in CSD. One report suggested that as many as 40 percent of cats may have been exposed to Bartonella at some time in their lives.
Although a large number of felines may carry the Bartonella organism, it is still an uncommon disease in people. Most cases are probably not even reported since the majority of signs people experience are not life-threatening and the symptoms tend to go away on their own in a few weeks.
If an owner is scratched or bitten, monitor the site for signs of swelling, redness or pus which may indicate general infection. VCA Animal Hospitals reports that common symptoms of CSD actually occur a few days after the incident and may include swollen lymph nodes, mild fever, lethargy or the chills. Always contact your physician as antibiotics may need to be prescribed to help people feel better faster. More severe disease is rare, but possible, and may include signs of high fever, weight loss, arthritis, enlarged liver and spleen, pneumonia and even neurologic signs. These more severe signs are most common in people with compromised immune systems.
The publication reports that most cats acquire the Bartonella bacteria when they are bitten by infected fleas. To prevent flea infestations and CSD, owners should give their cats parasite prevention medication.


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interesting, mr s...but not nearly accurate...macca has, in fact, turned his attention to KFC and Mcdonalds...and other businesses/groups...so let's, again, not act like he is picking you out of the lineup. his stance has been consistent...every other poster, even those from the great white north, have so far dissed mr williams efforts that night...seems, so far, you're the only one who thought otherwise.
more importantly, with little exception, no one has dissed heathers efforts...except you..and you started your missive claimimg that at first, you were all for stopping this activity, at least until heather 'went off the deep end'...then, of course killing/clubbing/whatever the little critters is suddenly just fine !
you won't win a debate of this issue by bashing heather mccartney. both her and pauls first wife have been passionate advocates for animal rights..attacking people who are actually correct with below the belt smear-like tactics do you side no favor.
i've been thinking about this, because, as a passionate advocate for having the 'state' not interfere with individuals right to live their lives, do commerce, within certain limits, of course, i believe that a cogent argument could be made about some of these practises...but you are going about it in entirely the wrong fashion...don't insult my intelligence by saying you would be willing to ban the hunt..if it weren't for that witch, mrs mccartney...thats a bald face lie..if you can't stand up, proudly, for what you, or your neighbors are doing, than obviously, you are ashamed.
i think it is the advocates for the continuation of the seal culling who need to take a step back, a present some real reason why this shouldn't bother anyone else, why it should be a tradition that should be allowed to remain unmolested...because until you do, you only foster the idea that you are a brutish type, doing brutish deeds, that any civilized, intelligent person would find appalling...and, that, sir, is why you are going to continue to lose this battle as it stands right now.


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The Jackson County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating two separate burglaries that took place on July 27 and July 28 in Shady Cove. Bargains on the Rogue and Minimall were burglarized at some point during the night. Surveillance video at one of the businesses captured a suspect forcing his way into the business wearing a Halloween costume.
More than $10,000 in jewelry was taken from Bargains On The Rogue. Items include rings, necklaces, gold watches, bracelets and 60 earrings.
The suspect made off with more than $6,000 in items from Minimall, including an antique sword, several knives, and miscellaneous property and items including fishing tackle.
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with any information to please call the Jackson County Sheriff's Office tip line at 541-774-8333 or Crime Stoppers of Southern Oregon at 1-800-850-0580. Crime Stoppers will pay a reward up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest in this case or any unsolved criminal activity. Callers can remain anonymous.


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Thomas, the greatest hitter in Sox's history, said he's always lent his advice to the Sox's hitters.
"I always give advice to hitters," Thomas said. "The last five years of my career I helped a lot of young guys. It's a growing process. I understand it now. My first 10 years it was hard to do that because I was so focused and driven. But as time wore on, I did realize that young guys do need a little help because it's a transition from Triple-A to the major leagues."
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By "active bands" I mean bands that are actively recording albums on a fairly regular basis. For instance, Pearl Jam is still technically active, but it's fair to say they are past their prime. Here's today's top-5 bands:
1) The Killers
Fucking great band. Their only release, 2004's Hot Fuss was one of the best rock albums to come out in many years. They are kinda alt-rock with a 80's feel...if that makes any sense. Hot Fuss is great from start to finish, with only have one out of the total eleven tracks being unlistenable (which, by today's standards, is astounding). Here's to hoping they don't get the dreaded sophmore jinx.
2) Franz Ferdinand
Scottish band that hit it big with 2004's self titled debut. I was skeptical at first because I thought they might be too punk for me, but needless to say I was pleasantly surpised. The first album has some absoluetly great rock songs. I love the way the intro to "Take Me Out" crescendos into the beat of the song. Their 2005 followup, You Could Have It So Much Better, is also terrific. It might be better than their debut, IMO.
3) Coldplay
Yeah yeah...they're sappy and all, but truth be told, they put out some excellent records. Parachutes was great, although unlike the rest of the world apparently, I never really liked "Yellow." The best songs on that album are "Don't Panic," "High Speed," and "We Never Change." A Rush of Blood to the Head was their second release. It is one of my favorite records of all time. "God Put a Smile on Your Face," "Green Eyes," and "Amsterdam" are fucking great. Last year they released their third album, X&Y. Its a solid album, but a step down from Rush, IMO....which is a disappointment after what the band was saying about this album prior to its release.
4) Modest Mouse
They have release two solid albums in the last few years, Good News for People Who Love Bad News and The Moon and Antartica. Their songs are catchy and fun. Cool band.
5) The Strokes
The band that might have started the surge of "The" bands. Hailing from NYC, they offered a breath of fresh air when they debuted with Is This It?. After that, they followed up with Room on Fire, which was good, but lacked a true hit. They have just recently released First Impressions of Earth, which I haven't purchased yet. Anyone listen to it?
6) The Shins
Caught my ear while watching the movie Garden State as they had a few songs on the soundtrack. If you haven't heard anything from them, I suggest giving them a try. The songs from Garden State are on their 2001 release Oh, Inverted World. The better album, however, is Chutes Too Narrow. Take a listen.


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Guayaquil is the largest and most populous city in Ecuador and enjoys a pleasant coastal location. Attracting mainly business visitors rather than tourists, the city still has a lot to see and do as well as being the gateway to the Galapagos. There is an old district in the city which houses some of the last few wooden homes that survived any fires that the city has suffered. Named 'Las Peñas' this old district really gives the impression of old, picturesque, colonial Guayaquil.
If spending some time in the city then be sure to take a walk along the beautiful Malecón 2000 boardwalk. This scenic broad walkway takes you along the Guayas riverside to a shopping mall, a pretty park and some historical monuments. As with most South American cities and towns there are churches everywhere and there is a beautiful cemetery below the Cerro del Carmen.
Visitors to Guayaquil also can take day excursions to the Cerro Blanco Forest Reserve and the Munglares Churute Ecologica Reserve or those wanting to stay closer to the city should venture to Puerto El Morro for a boat trip. This area is often frequented by wild dolphins who like to swim and jump around the boats. You can also get a bit closer to everything on a kayak trip through the mangroves.
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MINA – A 1-year-old boy has died in a Pittsburgh hospital from injuries sustained in an accident last week on the Southern Tier Expressway.
Achilles McBride of Westfield, Pa., died Saturday after the pickup truck he was in crashed into the back of a stopped tractor trailer on Interstate 86, the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said. The accident occurred Wednesday at 12:47 a.m.
The driver of the tractor trailer, Dale Legg, 52, of Medina, Ohio, had stopped on the interstate in the eastbound lane due to poor visibility. Legg was not injured in the accident, the Sheriff's Office said.
Deputies said Matthew McBride, who was driving the pickup truck, did not see the stopped tractor trailer when the accident occurred. Matthew McBride was treated and released from Hamot Medical Center in Erie, Pa.
Esmeraldo McBride, also a passenger in the pickup truck, was taken to Hamot and later transferred to Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh where she remains.
Police said Achilles McBride also was taken to Hamot, and was later transferred to Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh where he died of his injuries.
No charges have been filed, the Sheriff's Office said. Firefighters from Sherman, Findley Lake and Ashville responded to the scene.
Wednesday's fatal accident is the second in more than a month on 1-86 between the Findley Lake and Sherman exits. A Pennsylvania man on Jan. 17 died after the box truck he was driving in the town of Mina slammed into a tractor trailer that had stopped due to a jackknifed truck in front of him.
Milton F. Pertl, 63, of Girard, Pa., was pronounced dead at the scene by Chautauqua County Coroner John Sixbey. Sheriff's deputies attributed unsafe speed and slippery road conditions as causes for the early morning accident.
Chautauqua County Sheriff Joe Gerace, meanwhile, called last week's incident a terrible tragedy. He noted the Southern Tier Expressway has been the site of numerous accidents – many fatal.
"It's a horrible tragedy. It's very unfortunate," Gerace said. "Winter weather can create hazardous conditions. It's very heartbreaking when it involves a child."


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The Future of Social Work Practice in Addictions
Few social workers specialize in addictions practice. That number may grow in the years ahead due to demographic changes in the population, an expanding definition of addiction, and other factors. Social workers in all areas of practice see clients with addictions and their family members, but there is a large gap in the numbers who need treatment and receive it. The social work workforce of the future must be better equipped to develop and identify prevention and treatment services that are both appealing to clients and effective. These services may need to be offered in other setting where clients are seen. There is also much work to be done in the years ahead in the political environment to make treatment available and to see that individuals with addictions are treated fairly. Substantial research is being conducted on genetics and the brain chemistry of addiction. Psychosocial factors are also believed to play a substantial role in the development of addictions, thus ensuring social workers place in the addictions field in the years ahead.
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Convergence of a strengths perspective and youth development: Toward youth promotion practice
In recent years, increased attention has been paid to the development and application of the strengths perspective and positive youth development. This paper develops youth promotion practice as a convergence of a strengths perspective and youth development principles. Historical and contemporary contexts of a problem-focused perspective in social work with adolescents are reviewed and a critique developed with emphasis on the evolution of strengths-focused practices. The importance and possibility of combining the strengths perspective and youth development toward youth promotion practice are addressed. Youth promotion is defined as a process of enhancing youth strengths and resources to promote positive outcomes and help young people be healthy adults. Complementary aspects of the two perspectives are expected to support and supplement the strengths and weaknesses of each perspective in synergistic ways. Several advantages of youth promotion practice are discussed as well as its implications for improved social work practices with adolescents.
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Outside of the incessant Twittering of the Judicial Crisis Network's Carrie Severino, I haven't seen much commentary from the Right on Elena Kagan's hearing today ... and the few things I have seen have tended to be along the line of this ridiculous press release from the American Life League:
"Elena Kagan has revealed herself as the pro-abortion activist she is. The 'health of the mother' exception has long been code for abortion on demand for any reason under the sun - including financial 'health.'
"Kagan's position is clearly opposed by the majority of Americans who self-identify as pro-life. While we are not shocked that an Obama nominee would be anything but rabidly pro-death, we are compelled to demand representation from our elected leaders: this pro-abortion ideologue is not fit to serve on the Supreme Court.
While poll results may show that a bare plurality of Americans consider themselves "pro-life," a whopping 80% believe that the option should be available in certain circumstances ... like for "the health of the mother":
Only 15% believe abortion should be illegal in all circumstances, which is the position held by the American Life League .. and yet ALL claims that it is Kagan who is the extremist ideologue.
Cross-posted from RWW.


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News about Iraq sounds familiar
To Americans of a certain age, the news out of Washington may sound disturbingly similar to reports from more than a half-century ago.
On Tuesday, an official at the Pentagon said consideration is being given to sending more U.S. military advisers to Iraq. The intent would be to assist that country's government in beating back an assault by Islamic terrorists.
About 250 U.S. military advisers already are working in?Iraq. According to the Defense Department, 160 of them are advising Iraqi forces directly. Another 90 are, to quote an Associated Press story, "studying the strength of the Islamic State militant group's fighters and the Iraqi government forces …"
Rewind to the early 1960s, when then-President John F. Kennedy began stepping up involvement of U.S. military advisers in South Vietnam.
If you do not recall what happened next, check the history books. Eventually, U.S. advisers became involved in combat. Some were wounded and killed. That led to a formal U.S. combat role in the Vietnam War.
And that led to 58,220 American deaths and hundreds of thousands of Americans wounded.
Perhaps more advisers should be sent to Iraq – but not at the risk of an escalation of the U.S. military role there, whether by accident or design.


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The bear-themed decor at the new Columbus burger spot Bareburger has us counting down our favorites, so please bear with us.
10. Winnie the Pooh
A.A. Milne's beloved bear comes in at the bottom of the list? Oh, bother.
9. Teddy Ruxpin
This animatronic bear (who was in no way creepy, seriously) was the prized toy for any kid in the '80s. And the bane of existence to any teenage sister who had to share a room with her little brother and listen to Teddy's stories every night while trying to sleep.
8. Corporal Wojtek
Wojtek was an orphaned bear cub found in Iran who was later officially drafted by the Polish army during WWII — Wojtek would salute officers — and even helped transport ammunition during battle. While fighting Nazis is pretty badass, Wojtek didn't stop there; he drank beer and smoked (and ate) cigarettes.
7. Paddington Bear
The ever-polite British bear really nailed that hat/raincoat/galoshes look.
6. Smokey Bear/Pedobear/Sexual Harassment Panda
Need a spokesperson for your public-service announcement? Get a bear.
5. Yogi Bear & Boo Boo
The two greatest smash-and-grab bear burglars (of "pic-a-nic baskets") of all-time.
4. B.J. & the Bear
A late '70s/early '80s TV series with an unintentionally homoerotic title featured a truck driver named B.J. (played by Greg Evigan of "My Two Dads"!) and his pet chimpanzee Bear (named after football coach Bear Bryant!). This narrowly edged out our other favorite bear from TV of the era, Officer Barry "Bear" Baricza of "CHiPs."
3. Baloo
Mowgli's bear buddy from "The Jungle Book" taught us to appreciate the simple things in life with his impossibly catchy song, "The Bare Necessities."
2. Walter Payton
Chicago Bears running back "Sweetness" was one of the greatest the NFL had ever seen. Payton held the all-time rushing record until a way-past-his-prime Emmitt Smith broke it. And Payton was pretty awesome in "Tecmo Bowl," too.
1. Fozzie Bear
Fozzie is an inspiration for hack standup comics everywhere who'll never give up (see: Jeff Dunham). "Wocka, wocka, wocka" indeed.


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Looks good Just a couple of questions: 1), what toxins are released with extra virgin oil? I've never heard of that before. And 2) why "MUST" it cool overnight before use?
1 - 2 Tbls of red wine vinegar 1 - 2 Tbls of caster/superfine sugar
In his book American Pie, Peter Reinhart calls for adding vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice, or a combintion of both, for two pizza sauce recipes in the book (at pages 142 and 143).Peter
INGREDIENTS: 1 jar of chopped tomatoes (I used Cirio, Passata Rustica Available Aldi) 1 small can of tomato puree
I was going to try your recipe today but I stopped due to lack of details on the above two ingredients. Could you please specify the jar size and can size in ounces.Thank you.---pete---
Hi Pete,Tomato puree tin 150gChoppeded Tomatoes 350 - 400g.In Ireland tins of Tomatoe Puree are a standard size 150gChopped Tomatoes are Jar 350g Tin 400g.Best Regards,David
I can vouch for the use of white vinegar, although the amount will vary depending on the cheese, thickness of the pie, and tomatoes.
I'm discovering how to fine tune my sauce recipe without going through the process of making an entire pizza.


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Expert Q & A Answers About pre-ejaculate
Is there sperm in pre-cum?
Is there sperm in pre-cum? Can it cause pregnancy? What about STDs?
I've been having unprotected sex, but my partner pulls out before he comes...could I still get pregnant?
I'm 32 and I should have known better. I recently started dating a guy, and we ended up having sex without a condom. My period comes every 29 days and last for about five days of blood and another seven days of on-and-off brown discharge. We had sex nine days after my period started and he pulled out of me before he came. Six days later, we had sex again...this time with a condom, but he first was inside me without a condom. But when he came, he had the condom on. We had sex three more times that night...all without a condom, but every time he pulled out. What do you think are my chance of getting pregnant? I haven't been on birth control in two years.
Could my girlfriend be pregnant if we had unprotected sex 14 days after her period started?
I have a question about pre-ejaculation fluid. I've always used the withdrawal method when I've had sex with my partners...but I was told recently that "pre-cum" might get a girl pregnant. Is this true? Also, could my wonderful new girlfriend be pregnant? The last time we had sex was 14 days after her period started. Lastly, can you recommend anything I can read to further educate myself on contraceptives?


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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton welcomed 45 Brazilian Youth Ambassadors and two educators during their visit to the U.S. Department of State on January 25, 2012. The event marked the 10th Anniversary of the Youth Ambassadors Program with Brazil. Since 2002, students chosen from Brazil's public schools for their leadership and community service have visited the United States for a three-week exchange program sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the U.S. Embassy in Brazil. During their meeting, Secretary Clinton recognized the role of youth in serving their communities. She also highlighted the United States' strong commitment to engaging young people worldwide and to using people-to-people diplomacy as a means to create opportunities for youth. You can view photos of the meeting here.
As Secretary Clinton told the Youth Ambassadors, "And because we so greatly value the relationship between the Brazilian people and the American people, we are counting on you to continue to reach out and develop your own skills and your own ambitions to make a contribution to Brazil and also to further relations between our two countries."
The Youth Ambassadors Program underscores the Secretary's priorities of engaging international youth in meaningful dialogue, fostering relationships among youth from all backgrounds, and creating networks of youth leaders. It is also an important element in advancing the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs' social inclusion agenda.
After last week's arrival in the snow -- a first experience for many -- the participants went to work on a community service project. Enthusiastic Youth Ambassadors, local citizens, and staff from partner organization World Learning cleaned a local green space and planted trees in a neighborhood in Northeast Washington, D.C. In a few short hours, the group's effort transformed the community space into a place all could enjoy. The Youth Ambassadors will return to Brazil with new skills, perspectives, and energy to get involved in service projects in their home communities. The Youth Ambassadors also participated in site meetings, learning activities, leadership training, and home visits with local families across the United States.
This year's Ambassadors used social media to share their experiences in real time. Through videos and photos, the Ambassadors' families, friends, and others in Brazil had the opportunity to experience the United States virtually, gaining a better understanding of American culture and country through the eyes of the Youth Ambassadors.
Since its inception, the program has expanded to 25 countries across the Americas to bring together high school students, ages 15-18, and adult mentors to promote mutual understanding, increase leadership skills, and prepare youth to make a difference in their communities. Exchanges are primarily from Latin America and the Caribbean to the United States, but also include delegations from the United States to select countries.
For additional details on the Youth Ambassadors Program, please visit exchanges.state.gov.
Tom D. in New Jersey writes:
What a wonderful opportunity to make young people, future leaders, aware of the realities of international relations. As for US-Brazil relations, are the Youth Ambassadors getting a briefing on the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction? If they follow-up by reviewing historical records they will observe an area where much improvement is needed; perhaps they will be inspired to work toward making this treaty more effective.


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Catching up with…Clay PresleyThursday, July 28th, 2011
Today Clay Presley sent me a short note to let me know he had stopped by the AOPA tent (and I, of course, was nowhere to be seen). You'll recall that Clay was a passenger on USAirways Flight 1549, which landed in the Hudson river in January 2009. We found out that Clay's experience in part prompted him to start learning to fly, and he soloed in January 2011. I went down to his home airport near Greenville, S.C., to interview him for an article in Flight Training magazine, and a video for AOPA Live. At the time Clay mentioned that when the article I wrote for AOPA Online was published, he got calls from pilots around the country inviting him to come to Oshkosh. And he did.
And he had more big news: Clay got his private pilot certificate on June 24. I'm excited he finished up, and made it to the big show. He's had a big year. Not as big as landing in the Hudson River, of course–but it'll do.


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Trampt co-owner Keegan put forth a battle cry, requesting fans to "Follow" his Trampt profile so that it could surpass Huck Gee's profile in numbers. And now, it has done just that; at the time of this writing, Keegan has 107 Followers versus Gee's paltry 98. We're told by a reliable insider — a man that once held hands with Gee's 2nd cousin twice removed back in grade school — that Gee is furious over this… to the point that he's declared war on the site.
He's rallying his vast legion of fans together to descend, as one, upon Trampt and overwhelm Keegan by Following Gee. But we're told from the same source that this request isn't being made without a reward potential: When Gee hits one million Followers on the website, he'll pick one at random to give a free custom to! Amazing! So go forth, my little Gee heads, open a Trampt account and start Following the King!
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by Anton Shilov
Hewlett-Packard, the world's largest maker of personal computers, has reportedly teamed up with Blockbuster, the largest video rental chain in the U.S., and Lite-On company, the world's third largest maker of optical disk drives (ODDs) in order to introduce an affordable multimedia personal computer with integrated Blu-ray disc (BD) ODD.
Lite-On Technology Corp. has landed a "big" order from HP for Blu-ray disc optical disc drives, reports China Economic News Service. The order is reportedly large enough to secure a "strong" growth for the company's sales in the second half of 2010, according to sources within the ODD company, which generally means that at this point the information remains a rumour.
The agency also claims that HP is about to announce a cooperation with Blockbuster in an attempt to jointly popularize Hewlett-Packard's multimedia notebooks with BD drives as well as Blockbuster's rental service. The report does not specify whether HP plans a BD-equipped desktop, BD-equipped notebook or both. In fact, the article alleges HP of planning to enter the consumer electronics market by launching an "economical Blu-ray player", which is something that will hardly happen.
If the information is correct, then not only HP will be able to grab a substantial share on the market of multimedia personal computers, but also will Blu-ray format get a boost among those customers who prefer cost-efficient solutions.
Neither Blockbuster, HP or Liteon commented on the news-story.


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