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Life Preservers
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Designed with classic details such as thick braided rope and bold bands of color, these life preservers add authentic seaside style to kids' rooms.
- Features cotton canvas and rope accents.
- Keyhole mount; mounting hardware not included.
- For decorative use only.
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- Overall: 23.5" diameter, 6.75" deep
- Weight: 3.5 pounds
- Spot clean with a damp, white cloth.
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After a long sleep, Vesuvius woke up on the 24th of August of 79 AD, taking the local population by surprise. The eruption was apocalyptic: life at the foot of the volcano was cancelled. Of the cities that were buried even the memory was lost.
After 1700 years, these lost cities of the Vesuvius started to reappear, offering to all humanity the two most important archaeological sites in the world: Herculaneum and Pompeii.
Unlike Pompeii, covered by a layer of ashes and lapillus, Herculaneum was submerged by a 25 mt thick layer of mud and lava. It was the mud that preserved it all, sealing everything: cloth and food underwent a slow transformation, remaining, however, un-altered in their wrapping, almost petrified.
In 1709 Prince d'Eboeuf , digging a well in one of his villas, came upon the Theatre by chance. In 1738 Charles of Bourbon ordered the start of the excavations. The most clamorous surprise was the majestic Villa of Papyri, from which the bronze and marble sculptural patrimony (today in the Archaeological Museum of Naples), and the papyrus library (more than 1,800 philosophical texts, now housed in the Naples National Library) were extracted.
In 1927 the excavation of the homes and public offices begun: in the north they reached the Forum, centre of economic, social and political life; to the east the sports centres and to the south the suburban thermal spas.
At Herculaneum the wealthy Romans enjoyed their vacations, as testimonied by the sumptuous villas on the sea. The streets, paved with vesuvian lava rock or limestone, outline the charactaristic "insulae" (island) urban planning.
One of the most beautiful dwellings of the city is the House with the Mosaic Atrium, which owes its name to the beautiful black and white pavement. In the garden of the luxurious House of the Deer statues of deer attacked by dogs, of the Satyr with goatskin, and a drunken Hercules were found. The Thermal spas of the Forum were the public bathing houses of the city. In the House of the carbonised furniture, the wooden furniture is still in its original place: a bed and a small table. The House of the mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite, with its shop (the most well preserved), has a grandiose atrium and the most beautiful mosaics in the city. The House of Argus, on two floors, has a garden encircled by porticos and columns.
In the public realm, the Forum was excavated, crossed by the main street (decumanus maximus) and the Shrine of the Augustals, decorated with frescoes. Along the "decumanus" there are porticos that bring to mind a public gathering place, probably the Basilica. Noteworthy the Palestra, a grand augustian building with an open-air swimming pool with, in its centre, a bronze fountain in the shape of a hydris. Outside the city walls the Suburban Thermal Spas can be admired. The Villa of Papyri, only partially excavated, is open to the public, but the Theatre is not.
It takes about half a day to visit the Herculaneum ruins.
As far as we know , Herculaneum was an italic city founded around the IVth century B.C. coping, in the geometric regularity of his structures, the lay-out of Naples, to see how the "decumani" (the main streets, with an east-west orientation) and the "cardines" (narrower streets) identify with those of the Partenopean city.
There is undeniably a "feeling" about Herculaneum which is quite different from what one "feel" in other ancient world centres brought to light so far, including Pompeii.
To a large extent this is due to the special circumstances of its interment by Vesuvius during the eruption of 79 A.D.
The city was not struck by ashes and lapilli, but by a torrent of mud flooding down from the slopes of the volcano. Having solidified and becoming tufalike, it constituted for centuries the best possible defence against atmospheric agents and against illegal excavators.
Towards the end of the first century B.C. the town become a resort center for the Roman aristocracy. Unlike Pompeii, Herculaneum seems a more peaceful town, especially devoted to navy and fishing with a lot of greenery and vineyards. It is said, in fact, that Herculaneum was Epicure's favorite place for his philosophical studies.
Herculaneum had four to five thousands inhabitants and its square measure was a fifth smaller that of Pompeii.
It was destroyed by the 79 A.D. eruption.
Herculaneum seems more elegant and refined than Pompeii because of the original character of architecture and decoration (ornaments) and because of the natural position above the scenary of the gulf.
Excavations began in 1709, while from 1738 to 1765 systematic explorations were conducted by order of Charles III of Bourbons.
From 1927 the excavations in the open of the whole area were begun by Amedeo Maiuri.
|The Casa d'Argo ( Argus'House) with two floor, a garden surrounded by a portico with columns;
The Casa dell'atrio a mosaico ( House with a mosaic atrium) large edifice with a 'tablino' (living room), a garden,
terraces and some halls with rich paintings;
|The Casa del tramezzo di legno (the House with a wood partition) with a huge atrium decorated with frescos;
|The Casa Sannitica ( the Sannitic House) a kind of pre-roman construction with a wonderful atrium and some rooms with fine frescos ;
|The Terme ( the thermal baths) divided in male and female, a huge complex of gymnasiums, dressing-rooms, swimming pools and some halls with mosaic floor;
|The Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite, (see the photo) ( the Neptune and Amphitryte's House) with a nice nympheus covered by a colourful mosaic . This house shows us a shop with amphorae that is the best preserved shop of the ancient world;
|The Palestra ( the gymnasium) with big halls closed by porticos and a large basin with a beautiful bronze fountain;
|The Casa dei Cervi (the deer's house) a rich edifice with an atrium and a triclium , in which we can admire the wonderful marmorean group of deer assailed by dogs; many halls, in which of one with red walls with the strange statue of the Satiro con otre (the Satyr with a wineskin) ;
|The Casa del rilievo di Telefo ( the Telefo's relief House) a very smart construction with a atrium, some halls in which of one there is the most luxurious marmorean decoration of the ancient world;
|The Casa della Gemma ( the jewel's house) painted in red and black, in the kitchen there are the crockery still on the hearth;
|The Casa dello scheletro ( the skeleton's house), so called because the skeleton founded during the excavation ;
The Terme Suburbane ( the suburban thermal baths) with no difference between male and female sectors , with a fountain sormounted by an Apollo's statue in the atrium , a big swimming pool.


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Herbatint, Permanent Haircolor Gel, 8R, Light Copper Blonde, 4.56 fl oz (135 ml)
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- Product Code: HVN-00121
- UPC Code: 666248001218
- Package Quantity: 4.56 fl oz (135 ml)
- Dimensions: 6.8 x 3.4 x 2.2 in, 0.45 lbs
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- Since 1970
- 100% Grey Cover
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- Up To 2 Applications
- Natural and Healthy Shine Vibrant, Long-Lasting Color
- No Ammonia - Alcohol - Parabens
- Sensitive Skin - Dermatologically Tested
- Gluten Free
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- 1 bottle Herbatint haircolor gel 60 ml / 2 fl oz
- 1 bottle Developer 60 ml / 2 fl oz
- 1 sample of Royal Cream 15 ml / 0,5 fl oz
- 1 leaflet containing directions for use and gloves
40 Years of Expertise Dedicated to Beauty and Health of Colored Hair
Herbatint Permanent Haircolor Gel covers your grey effectively while taking care of your hair thanks to:
A Gentle and Unique Formula
A carefully balanced formulation, result of rigorous testing, achieving for each shade the perfect color result in the most gentle manner possible.
Natural Ingredients
The 8 organic herbal extracts, specifically selected to nourish and protect your hair and scalp, enhance your hair's color intensity and leave you with a natural, long lasting result.
- Aloe Vera- Protects and nourishes hair during coloring
- Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam)- Moisturizes and adds shine to the hair
- Betula Alba (White Birch)- Toning and soothing properties
- Cinchona Calisaya- Strengthens and protects the scalp
- Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel)- Rich in flavonoids and essential oils, protects the scalp
- Echinacea Angustifolia- Natural purifying agent and moisturizer
- Juglans Regia (Walnut)- Intensifies colors, purifying agent
- Rheum Palmatun (Rhubarb)- Color enhancer and skin conditioner
Your color is rich and deep, your hair looks beautiful and healthy
A gentle formula for perfect grey coverage from the first application!
A Wide Range of Shades That You Can Personalize
Choose from 36 color shades, or mix and find your own color tone, for a more natural look.
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Up to 2 applications
Just use the amounts of color and developer you need! The leftover unmixed product can be stored for future applications.
40 Minutes for a Perfect Result
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After coloring, to keep your hair soft and healthy, with a vibrant long-lasting color, discover the Herbatint haircare line.
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Before you start make sure you have your coloring tools! For first time users, please note that the Herbatint Application Kit, containing a brush, measuring cup and protection cape is sold separately. This reduces waste as all items included are made to be re-used.
Need to know: If you have more than 30% of grey and you wish to apply one of the C, D, R or M shades, it is suggested to mix your chosen color with a N shade of the same number. Full details in the instruction leaflet.
Other Ingredients
Herbatint Haircolor Gel Ingredients: Laureth-4, propylene glycol, aqua (water), PEG-2 oleamine, ethanolamine, oleic acid, aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf extract, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) leaf extract, betula alba (birch) leaf extract, echinacea angustifolia (echinacea) root extract, juglans regia (walnut) shell extract, rheum palmatum (rhubarb) root extract, cinchona calisaya (cinchona) bark extract, PEG-75 meadowfoam oil, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, p-aminophenol, 2-amino-3-hydroxypyridine, p-phenylenediamine, tetrasodium EDTA, 4-chlororesorcinol, 2-methylresorcinol, cetrimonium chloride, simethicone, sodium metabisulfite, glycerin.
Developer Ingredients: Aqua (water), hydrogen peroxide, etidronic acid, trideceth-9, cetrimonium chloride, simethicone, propylene glycol, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil.
Royal Cream Ingredients: Aqua (water), citric acid, cetyl alcohol, behentrimonium chloride, aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, moringa pterygosperma (moringa) seed extract, triticum vulgare (wheat) germ oil, oryza sativa (rice) bran oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, PPG-3 benzyl ether myristate, methyl gluceth-20, ethoxydiglycol oleate, isopropyl alcohol, sodium dehydroacetate, sodium benzoate, parfum (fragrance), imidazolidinyl urea, tocopheryl acetate, glycerin.
Contains phenylenediamine and hydrogen peroxide.
The mixing ratio is 1:1.
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Natural colour, perfect for sensitive scalps
Natural colour, easy to use and long lasting. No harmful ingredients, better for sensitive scalps. Ps! Remember to buy a cup for mixing the colour, and a brush for applying.
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Australian equivalent does not have EDTA. I have seen the same happening in many others products I believed where equivalent to our Australian products. But no, American 'equivalent' have dangerous contents than us
Herbatint, Permanent Herbal Haircolor Gel, 8R, Light Copper Blonde, 4.56 fl oz, (135 ml)
Posted by 5624353715827490329 on Aug 28, 2014
Very impressed with this product, excellent coverage and color, conditioner was lovely with a beautiful natural scent.
Brilliant Hair Dye
Posted by 5512951506696043000 on Jul 21, 2014
Having previously damaged my hair through bleaching (to the point where most of it broke off) I was after a dye that would cover over the blonde tips of my hair so that they would match my natural (coppery red) colour. I didn't want to use anything that tested on animals and needed something gentle. I tried the copper in Herbatint's vegetal range (non permanent) 3 times but the colour looked somewhat 'see-through' and at the same time too dark, it also did not last very long - all I think because of the porosity of the damaged hair. I then at my hairdressers recommendation (a new one!) tried a delorenzo mousse rinse in copper - which did next to nothing in terms of colour but did make hair look shiny and healthy. Anyway, so I decided to give their permanent range a shot. I mixed up only a small amount (2 cap fulls of each bottle) as I only needed to do my ends and I have short hair. I really like this ability to only mix up what you need. Although it doesn't have a strong chemically smell - I really don't like the smell it does have - kind of raw egg-like, not sure but it made me feel a bit queasy. But I am happy to put up with that (it washes out, no scent lingers) as it covered my ends brilliantly and it blends beautifully with my natural colour. I'm extremely happy with the result.
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Diezgan labi nokrāsoja matus, bet tomēr gribētos ilgāku noturību
Lovely color, but.....
Posted by Reviewer2708176 on Oct 22, 2013
The color was perfect, but even following the manufacturer's directions and combining a "natural" herbatint color, I still had grey roots. Good color, but not effective for grey coverage.
Natural colour, perfect for sensitive scalps
Natural colour, easy to use and long lasting. No harmful ingredients, better for sensitive scalps. Ps! Remember to buy a cup for mixing the colour, and a brush for applying.


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The Look Ahead: Frontier Fiesta, PBR Houston Opening, Law Week Fun Run
What'd I tell ya yesterday, Friday. You were supposed to keep up the good weather. Look outside. Take a good look at yourself. This is not what I signed up for. We're breaking up, Houston weather. I'm so over you.
Let's take a look at the weekend. Maybe something will pop up and the sun will pop out. There are events to be had.


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For onlookers, it was clear just how much work goes into docking these majestic vessels.
"They're huge! It's amazing!"
Coleman Johnson waited all week for the tall ships to pull into Green Bay.
"It's going to be pretty cool because they're so big and tall it's going to be pretty huge," he says.
The first boat to arrive was the Unicorn, lead by Captain Denise Meagher. She says the size of her boat makes it difficult to dock. Especially when certain factors are out of her control.
"It really depends on the sea state, she says, "the wind and the sea state are really what get you"
And with such a large crew, communication is key.
"Sometimes more people doesn't necessarily mean an easier time with it because the commands get confused and people are bumping into each other," she says, "it's nice to have clear lines of communication from the boat to the dock. "
For those crew members stationed on the dock, it's all about listening to the captain .
"It's a lot more involved than it may look," dockhand Scott Conklin says. "There's a lot of communication that goes back and forth between the captain and the crew about which line you're working on, and to ease it into position. You know, it's not like parallel parking your car. It's a lot more involved than that."
But Conklin says when it comes to the tough decisions, look no further than the captains orders.
"We do what they tell us to!"
Captain Meagher says it can also be very difficult to dock at a port she's not familiar with. Those issues aside, the ships were able to safely dock here without too much difficulty Thursday afternoon.
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Hexane-free is good
Publié par Reviewer2240885 le Sep 10, 2008
Hexane is neurotoxic. Even trace amounts can cause swelling of the nerve and thinning of the myelin sheath. Choosing a hexane-free product is a step in better direction. Would give it 5 stars if the bottle were glass and not plastic.
works for low thyroid related thin hair
Publié par Reviewer2069992 le Sep 03, 2008
handy way to take epo for low thyroid related thin hair...squirt into morning cereal or smoothie.
Great product
Publié par Reviewer3309066 le Jun 09, 2010
drink a teaspoon of this every night. keeps skin soft and seems to generally make me feel better
Primrose oil
Publié par Reviewer1951096 le Sep 18, 2009
The oil I received to apply on my neuropothy works well, but the cap closure doesn't seal appropriately. I've had leaks in my cosmetic case when traveling and the container becomes quite an oily mess if it tilts.
Buen aceite
Publié par Elisabb le Dec 01, 2013
Es bastante denso e hidrata muy bien, no le pongo las 5 estrellas porque no me acaba de gustar el olor, aunque éste no perdura en la piel
good for mouisturising
Publié par Reviewer2117901 le Apr 28, 2011
gives good moisture to skin, also very nice to have in the summer put this on after one day in the sun and it helps develop tan easier:) only negative was i hoped it worked better for difficult skin conditions so my search continues:)
Natural Exzema remedy
Publié par Reviewer2721862 le Sep 03, 2011
I use this for my son for his exzema. Highly moisturizing, and he says it really soothes his skin. I actually think I am going to start taking the capsule form as it is supposed to be excellent for you complexion.
Good value product!
Publié par ingeborg le Mar 01, 2012
Good value product! Haven't yet noticed any effect other than it leaving my skin moist and hydrated, but I'm well pleased with that!:-)
its good
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its good. the only thing would be better if they can make bigger size. Like this, I need to order many of these...
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got this mag last night. excellent feature. 2 pages more than what's pictured above. made me look at the wordsearch twice that's for sure (more than meets the eye in there!). more info on the mag and that issue are here http://www.myspace.com/thesupersuper
did anyone find any words in that wordsearch? i got a couple names 'rusty' and 'brian'... and 'wristband'! LOL


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I make muffins, pancakes and even cookies with this flour and in combination with other flours, my kitchen always smells like something good is cooking!
Oat Buckwheat
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I love dumplings. Use 1/3 Buckwheat flour +2/3 flour to made dumplings, that are healthy and delicious.
Interesting flour with a fragrance
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My first time using buckwheat flour. The pancakes turned out smelling great! However, since buckwheat is a seed and not a grain, the texture of the pancakes were slightly different from the ones made with white flour.
Arrowhead Mills, Organic Buckwheat flour
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I use this flour to bake gluten free sourdough bread that doesn't cause my inflammation to flare up.
Great addition to a gluten free pantry!
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This buckwheat flour is a staple in our pantry! It's perfect for blending with other flours for the perfect light and fluffy consistency - or using on its own for things like buckwheat galettes! Be sure to check out our page for other healthy gluten free product reviews! :)
Made waffle with this!
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I like this product! Had a nice result to make waffle. (With maple syrup, yes)
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I like it
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I like this flour and use it as an additive to my pancakes.
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And buckwheat pancakes are my favorite.
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Welcome to TeaDay, TeaPeeps! I hope you enjoy massive quantities of TEA today. But regardless of how much you consume, I hope it brings you joy. And I hope you share it with us here on TeaDay.
Please, share with everyone what is in your cup...right now, and throughout the day. So, visit often and post freely. We all want to know what everyone is drinking. Since we can't drink every tea, it is exciting to hear whatever it is you are drinking. It is also fun when we see someone drinking the same tea we are.
I know I will as usual really enjoy reading all the posts and learning a little something about everyone along the way. Today should be no exception.
Today's TeaPoll and discussion topic is very subjective in nature. The options are very vague. Try not to be too hard on me. Tea has a different level of importance in each of our lives. Today, let's share about how big a part of our lives TEA actually is. I am excited to hear your responses.
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The genus Branchiostoma includes most of the 30 or so known species in the chordate subphylum Cephalochordata (lancelets). Although most lancelet species have a wide geographic distribution, they are typically rare through much of their range and are known to occur at high densities in only a few scattered localities (e.g., Lagos Lagoon, Nigeria; Xiamen and Qingdao, China; Kingston Harbour, Jamaica; and Tampa Bay, Florida) (Stokes and Holland 1996).
Molecular genetic studies have revealed a number of previously unrecognized lancelet species. For example, for many years the lancelet B. belcheri was considered to be a widely distributed species found throughout the West Pacific Ocean (including the Japanese Sea, the North and South China Seas, the Philippines, Singapore, and Indonesia). However, both morphological and genetic data now suggest that at least two different species have been treated under this name (Xu et al. 2005; Chen et al. 2007; Zhong et al. 2009). Similarly, Kon et al. (2006) found evidence of several cryptic species of non-Branchiostoma lancelets currently lumped together as Asymmetron lucayanum. Cryptic species can pose particular problems when, as in the case of Branchiostoma, the taxa are frequent subjects of investigations by researchers such as geneticists or developmental biologists with limited background or understanding of taxonomy and systematics. Fortunately, the importance of knowing the correct name of the species being studied, and the value of analyzing mtDNA sequencing as a "molecular voucher", has received more attention in recent years (Bely and Weisblat 2006; Zhong et al. 2009).


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This is What Makes Us Girls
- Karen Ann Myers
- Aug. 29- Sept. 27
- Opening Reception: Thursday, Aug. 29, 4:30 p.m.
- Rebecca Randall Bryan Art Gallery
This exhibit features works by Karen Ann Myers, who investigates the psychological complexity of women through intimate observations in the bedroom in her paintings. The work is inspired by the cult of beauty in contemporary mass media. Intricately painted, decorative interiors are invented to titillate the viewer. Her work explores the idea of female desire with subjects that display powerful, confident gazes made more erotic by the sexual context in which they are placed.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street in Concert
- Music and Lyrics by Steven Sondheim
- Book by Hugh Wheeler
- Thursday, Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m.
- Reserved Seating
- Wheelwright Auditorium
See this concert version of the Tony Award-winning thriller musical that portrays a barber's revenge. In 19th century London, Benjamin Barker, under the alias of Sweeney Todd, returns from 15 years' unjust imprisonment, to find his wife reported dead and his daughter under the care of the judge who imprisoned him. He plots to seek his revenge on the judge. His landlord and piemaker, Mrs. Lovett, knows of a particularly delicious way to dispose of the body. But will Sweeney Todd's thirst for bloody revenge be quenched so easily?
The production features international opera star and Metropolitan Opera baritone, Louis Otey, in the title role and former New York City Opera leading lady and CCU Artist-In-Residence, Ann Benson, as Mrs. Lovett. This concert version is staged by David Bankston with musical direction by Steven Gross.
"Friendship" in the Age of Social Media
- Thursday, Sept. 12 4:30 p.m.
- James J. Johnson Auditorium Anteroom (Wall Building)
- Dr. Jen Boyle, Dr. Clay Craig, and Kara Olson (Jackson Scholar)
This event hosts a panel discussion on the evolving meaning of friendship and relationships in this new age of social media. Tea, snacks, and conversation will begin at 4:30 p.m. in the Johnson Auditorium Anteroom. For more details about this event, please visit coastal.edu/jacksoncenter and facebook.com/jacksoncenter.
Matt White and Friends Concert
- Featuring Jeff Coffin, Michael Feinberg, Joe Davidian and Dana Hawkins.
- Monday, Sept. 16, 7:30 p.m.
- Edwards Recital Hall
In a preview performance to the release of his album The Super Villain Jazz Band, CCU professor Matthew White will be appearing with an All-Star Jazz Collective of NYC and Nashville musicians, completing a short Southeastern U.S. tour in the Edwards Recital Hall. Joining Matt will be: Jeff Coffin (saxophone – Dave Matthews Band, The Mu'Tet), Michael Feinberg (bass – Billy Hart), Joe Davidian (piano – Chester Thompson Trio) and Dana Hawkins (drums – Jeremy Pelt). Please join Matt and these world class musicians for a night of original jazz and improvised music.
Charles Beard and the Constitution: A Wild Tale of Academic Malfeasance and Its Consequences
- Lecture by Paul Peterson
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6 p.m.
- Edwards Room 256
This year, 2013, marks the 100th anniversary of the publication of Charles Beard's well-known and controversial book, An Economic Interpretation of the Constitution of the United States. Beard argues that the U.S. Constitution reflects the financial self-interest of its economic elite authors, the Founding Fathers. This class-conflict interpretation of the Constitution has provoked generations of scholarly debate over the motives of the framers of the Constitution and the philosophical underpinnings of the document itself.
This annual lecture celebrates Constitution Day, a federal holiday that recognizes both the adoption of the U.S. Constitution and those who are or have become U.S. citizens.
The Children of Abraham
- Rabbi Deborah Slavitt
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 4:30 p.m.
- Lackey Chapel
One way of understanding Islam is to explore the path of the religious tradition through history. This episode in the series Pathways of Faith traces the paths of Christianity, Judaism and Islam to show that all three faiths share much common ground. This presentation is co-sponsored by the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Kimbel Library, the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies and the Jackson Family Center for Ethics and Values. For more details about this event, visit: coastal.edu/jacksoncenter and facebook.com/jacksoncenter.
Cultural Celebration
- Wednesday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Rain date: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Prince Lawn
Coastal Carolina University's Cultural Celebration is an event designed to involve all areas of campus in celebrating different cultures. The festival highlights the history, music, dance, art and food of many countries and cultures. In addition to ethnic entertainment, there will be arts and jewelry on display, as well as offerings of cuisine from various countries. Tables will be set up for CCU student organizations and clubs to showcase different cultures.
The Sweetest Swing in Baseball
- Play by Rebecca Gilman
- Thursday, Sept. 19 - Saturday, Sept. 28
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 21, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 28, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Edwards Theatre
Dana Fielding has hit bottom. Her gallery showing flops, and her boyfriend flees from her mounting depression and paranoia. A failed suicide attempt lands her in a psychiatric ward, where she begins enjoying the routines. When she discovers her cut-rate insurance will only pay for a 10-day stay without a more "serious" diagnosis, she takes on the personality of Darryl Strawberry, famous and troubled baseball star who has the "sweetest swing in baseball." Two fellow patients help Fielding memorize statistics and fool the doctors into diagnosing her pseudo-psychosis. Gilman's play shows how "we define one another, measure success and failure, raise celebrities up and tear them down, and create different personas to cope with all the craziness of having a public identity." (Boston Globe)
All in the Timing
- Short Plays by David Ives
- Thursday, Sept. 19 - Sunday, Oct. 13
- Thursday, Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 21, 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Sept. 22, 3 p.m.
- Thursday, Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Sept. 29, 3 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 6, 3 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 13, 3 p.m.
- Tickets available at atlanticstage.com
- 79th Ave Theatre, Myrtle Beach
Winner of the John Gassner Playwriting Award, this critically acclaimed, award-winning group of comedies combines wit, intellect, satire and just plain fun. This series of one-act plays includes three chimpanzees, Philip Glass and linguistic mishaps. "Like sketches for some hilarious, celestially conceived revue. The writing is not only very funny, it has density of thought and precision of poetry… All in the Timing is by a master of fun. David Ives spins hilarity out of words." —NY Times.
Spectrum Concert
- Friday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m.
- Wheelwright Auditorium
Join us for the annual Coastal Band Program Spectrum Concert, which is part of the Family Weekend experience. The spectrum concert features student music groups from the CCU Band program. You'll hear an hour of uninterrupted music...everything from guitars to drums, and styles from classical to jazz to show tunes. The grand finale features the CCU Symphonic Band performing the some exciting music including the famous "Radetzky" march that is famous in German concert halls and performed internationally by André Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra.
The Tully Hull Flue and Guitar Duo
- Amy Tully and Daniel Hull
- Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7:30 p.m.
- Edwards Recital Hall/li>
Coastal Carolina University music faculty Amy Hardison Tully (flute) and Daniel Hull (guitar) will present a recital featuring eclectic works from the flute and guitar repertoire including Libertango by Astor Piazzolla, Suite Buenos Aires by Maximo Diego Pujol, Toward the Sea by Toru Takemitsu, Blue Hues for Two by Brian DuFord and Mouvements Perpetuels by Francis Poulenc.
International Culture Series
- Wednesday, Sept. 25, 6 p.m.
- James J. Johnson Auditorium
This series sponsors various programming focused on international cultures and travel. Programming will accompany each film to offer critical and cultural perspectives on the featured region.
Philosopher's Corner
- Thursday, Sept. 26, 5 p.m.
- James J. Johnson Auditorium
After the resounding success of the first Philosopher's Corner event, the Jackson Center is proud to announce the creation of a new series. This event will feature a contemporary philosopher discussing current topics in philosophy. For more details about this event, visit coastal.edu/jacksoncenter and facebook.com/jacksoncenter.


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I'm willing to bet that most of you -- part of a readership that is far more interested in the federal budget than any group of typical Americans -- didn't know that the deficit was significantly lower in fiscal 2013 than it was in 2012.
For the record, the Treasury reported a little over a week ago that the 2013 deficit was $680 billion, a 38 percent drop from the approximately $1.1 trillion deficit in 2012 and 48 percent less than the $1.4 trillion deficit in 2009.
The 2013 deficit was 4.1 percent of GDP, the smallest since 2008. Fiscal 2013 was the fourth consecutive year the deficit has fallen as a percent of GDP. And the 4.1 percent-of-GDP deficit was almost a third less than the 6.0 percent that had been projected when the White House submitted its fiscal 2014 budget to Congress less than 6 months ago.
House and Senate budget conferees will formally get together again this week. This will be their first meeting since the ceremonial opening session on October 30 featured nothing more than politically self-serving opening statements,
Expect nothing to happen at this meeting...unless you believe that a further hardening of the positions each side stated at the last meeting represents something happening. it's simply too early in the process for anyone to offer a concession of any kind. The meeting will also be way too public for anything like a serious discussion, let alone an actual negotiation, to take place.
As I've said before, a budget conference committee of 29 representatives and senators is so unlikely to be able to agree on anything that, unless they want to go hungry, they had better delegate to a single staffer the authority to decide what to order for lunch. That's especially true if the lunch discussion takes place in an open hearing where CSPAN and others are broadcasting the deliberations.
Expecting little to happen should be the mantra for everyone following the budget events scheduled for the next few months.
Appropriators have hated the Congressional Budget Act since even before it was enacted in 1974.
During the two years in which that act was drafted, revised, re-revised, debated, re-debated and eventually adopted, appropriators from both houses complained that it wasn't needed, that they already had the power of the purse that was being given to the budget committees, that they had been the stewards of the people's money since the beginning of the republic, that it infringed on their jurisdiction and that it wouldn't work.
That attitude has barely changed over the past almost 40 years, which is why it was hardly a shock when my friend Jim Dyer, former staff director of the House Appropriations Committee, emailed me last week to say that it was time to do away with the budget act. With Jim's permission, here's the exact quote from his email:
Chris Cillizza (AKA @thefix) was kind enough to invite me back on PostTV today to talk budget.
What are the chances that both of us would be wearing the exact same shirt and tie?


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Cloud communications and Hosted PBX are already revolutionizing the way businesses view technology. Many are realizing that they no longer need to host their own expensive equipment with its ever-increasing space, cooling and maintenance costs. Instead, they can simply convert it to a service. This means they can now buy as much or as little as they need, when they need it.
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April 1, 2008. Posted by Stevan Smith.Add new comment | Filed under: blacks and blues, bobbi humphrey, cool jazz, funk, funk classic, fusion, harlem river drive, jasper country man, jazz, Jazz Alive, Jazz Community, Jazz Education, jazz funk, mizell, true jazz
This edition celebrates: Bobbi Humphrey- Blacks and Blues (1973)
01. Chicago, Damn
02. Harlem River Drive
03. Just a Love Child
04. Blacks and Blues
05. Jasper Country Man
06. Baby's Gone
A true jazz-funk classic, and Humphrey's biggest hit, Blacks and Blues is a lesson in "cool jazz". Composed, produced, and partly arranged by the fantastic Mizell brothers (Larry & Fonce), this is an Lp that trend sends generations. Humphrey is never drowned out by her collaborators. Her performance as flautist (if you didn't know) fits snug in each melodic masterpiece. Bobbi even makes her vocal debut on the tracks, "Just A Love Child" and "Baby's Gone".
"....Yeah, it's kind of like that".
Some of my favorite tracks include "Chicago, Damn", "Harlem River Drive", and the title-track "Blacks and Blues".
Here is an updated version of "Harlem River Drive" (Sorry no embed available). This had to be the late 80's or early 90's. Lol.
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Though this is not an album that would delight a purist, it is an excellent addition to any jazz collection. The moods are laid-back, soothing, and romantic. This is in heavy rotation on my (insert plug). If you haven't had the opportunity to check this album out. Please do. It is worth every minute (hint...ladies...hint...fellas).
Perfect soundtrack for the Spring weather....well when it finally gets here.


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Pegula girls blog about Buffalo/Sabres
The daughter's of new Sabres owner Terry Pegula (pictured below) have gone viral by Tweeting and blogging about Buffalo, the Sabres' and have even discussed the team's uniforms. Maybe they always have been viral and I'm just catching it up on it now.
Clearly they are having fun with it all. During a recent visit to Buffalo, Jessie and Kelly Pegula made a short video about their trip, how the team's infamous "Let's Go Buffalo!" chant works and a little about the team's security.
Check out the blog Between the Pegs, or follow Jessie, who has more than 2,700 followers on Twitter at http://twitter.com/#!/JPegula, and Kelly (nearly 1,900) at http://twitter.com/#!/KPegula.


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(NSFW?) LMFAO Give You 10 Minutes Of Mankini Kawk!
Because LMFAO know they are sexy and they know it, they are giving you more mankini kawk.
A fan made this video for LMFAO but it is now being endorsed by the band's label. It is 10 minutes of "the wiggle part" over and over. Wowsa.
I don't know how drunk I would have to be to get into a mankini like them but, I do know I got them all beat. Trust me though, You do not want to see it.
I will let them have all the wiggle fun.-DocFB
Diagnosis: How long can you listen and look for? 10 minutes?
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Paralympic Medalist Crockett Honored by Foundation that Fosters Ability
Photo by Joe Kusumoto Photography
U.S. Paralympian Dartanyon Crockett will be honored Friday night with the Most Inspirational Athlete Award given by the Challenged Athletes Foundation in San Diego for his stellar climb to the Paralympic Games in London where he won a bronze medal last summer.
Crockett then is scheduled to participate next week in the annual Sports Diversity and Inclusion Symposium at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.
Alongside Crockett at these events will be Lisa Fenn, the one-time ESPN producer who brought the story of his high school years with best friend Leroy Sutton to television. Crockett is legally blind and Sutton lost his legs in a train accident. The two carried each other, sometimes literally, through life, with both scoring impressive records in high school wrestling.
An outpouring of support followed the ESPN report that aired four years ago. The young men were invited to a multi-sport Paralympic talent search at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, where the two were spotted by Eddie Liddie, USA Judo's Director of High Performance. Crockett, who is legally blind, remained at the OTC to train under Liddie, Sutton went on to study digital design.
"It is humbling to see how the broken pieces of Dartanyon's youth are now being used in such beautiful ways, to inspire others. He is a shining example of what happens when potential collides with opportunity," said Fenn, who went on to assist the young men with the flood of opportunity. Her support of the two young men became a focus of ESPN in a lengthy follow-up broadcast on their success that aired in July.
The San Diego-based Challenged Athletes Foundation provides opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. Crockett is being honored with the organization's annual Aspen Medical Products Most Inspirational Athlete Award.
For more information on the Challenged Athletes Foundation, go to INSPIRATION.
For more on USA Judo and Dartanyon Crocket's career, go to WWW.USAJUDO.US.
Watch the follow-up on Crockett and Sutton by ESPN at CARRYON2.


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On Thursday Paul McCartney To Be On Saturday Night Live's Christmas Episode was a top story. Here is the recap: (CBS Local) Paul McCartney will take the stage as the Saturday Night Live musical guest on December 15th.
McCartney will help ring in the holiday season alongside host and former SNL cast member Martin Short.
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Field Hockey - Girls Varsity
Berkshire's field hockey program has competed at the top of the New England Class B over the past ten years. In more recent years, the Bears have finished as New England quarterfinalists in 2005 and 2009, semifinalists in 2008 and 2014, and champions in 2007. The team competes at the highest level with one of the toughest schedules in the league including games against top Class A NEPSFHA teams Greenwich Academy, Hotchkiss, Taft, Loomis Chaffee and Deerfield. With top notch athletic facilities, including a turf field specifically for field hockey, the Berkshire program continues to be a top contender in New England.
Berkshire also offers a strong junior varsity program to accommodate all levels of players and allow maximum participation. Every Berkshire field hockey player has the opportunity to compete on a team regardless of her experience or skill level. Regardless of the team, the Berkshire field hockey program aims to provide a rewarding and enjoyable athletic experience for all of its participants who are provided the chance to improve their skills in an environment that values competition, sportsmanship, commitment and teamwork. As players develop through the program, the emphasis changes from participation to performance which culminates in the selection of the varsity team and is reflected in the amount of playing time each girl receives. The philosophy behind the experience is based on the school's motto, "Pro Vita Non Pro Schola Discimus, " "Learning not just for school but for life," as our players learn to accept defeat with dignity and win with honor, demonstrating poise, determination, purpose and integrity.


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One Killed In Route 60 Bus Crash
Audubon Connects Children To Nature Everyday
My cousins' children, who once slept as newborn babes on my chest, are wearing make-up and are taller than I am. My cousins, now parents of those teenagers and nine other children, are kept constantly busy making bottles and changing diapers and giving snuggles and getting food and providing yet another clean outfit. My aunts and uncles (and parents) clean and cook and rock crying babies and nod a quick approval when a grandchild says "can I drive the Kubota?" And yet a creek can equalize them, finding within them a constant age as surely as it finds the path of least resistance through the landscape.
The burbling water and "glump" of a well-thrown rock into the deep pool provide an accompaniment for the laughter and squeals of delight as the first crayfish is spotted. Then another and another and another. The voices of the parents mingle with the children as all are wrapped up in the symphony that is the outdoors. I hear the Tufted Titmouse calling, see the flash of the male cardinal as he swoops across the water. The Ebony Jewelwings cavort in their awkward, aimless way.
The jar in my hand is soon taken, intended for the capture of water striders. I do not tell them how to do it, I let them try and fail and try and fail. This moment will teach, they will learn from a jar, water and a very small animal. Attention soon turns to the jewelwings, perhaps they will be easier to catch. At 13 and 8, there is no age difference between these two children right now. They are both learners, they are both teachers. Within minutes the jar is discarded as inadequate, hands are a better tool. This, too, fails. The dragonflies, looking so easy to capture with their lumbering flight pattern and Sunday-driver pace, elude them.
But the stream lures them back. The next corner, the swimming hole, what's after that? These children have been here, in this place, for at least one weekend every summer of their lives, sometimes more. "I've never been this far down," are the words repeated again and again, as if they are surprised at their lack of exploration. The children, ages 7 to 36, start down the middle of the stream. One is trendy in short shorts and make-up and fashionable flip flops. One is oblivious to fashion in a long-sleeved swim shirt and beat-up slip-on shoes. My iPhone is in a Ziploc bag, my cousin's camera, capable of underwater photography, is in her hand. The jar is left with those too young yet for such adventures.
I let them lead. I let them fall. I let them learn to read the water, where the rocks are, where the deep parts are. I watch them start as individuals and end as a team. The youngest takes the hand of the teen in flip flops, providing support and friendship. The lone boy scouts ahead, alone at first, but then assuming the role of protector, warning of deep spots and slippery rocks and fast currents. I watch as they lose shoes, holler "my shoe!" and someone downstream grabs it and forges upstream to return it.
They never tire. They would travel until dark if allowed. Their attention also attunes to their surroundings more as the trek continues. They notice that the Ebony Jewelwings are two different colors and point it out. When two are connected, flying in tandem, they wait for me to catch up so they can point that out. A mass of caterpillars on a walnut tree warrants a photo. The Bee Balm is pointed out on the banks of the creek.
At the bridge, our stopping place, but they don't know that yet, they fall into the swimming hole created by the culvert's rushing water. One notices a minnow trap with a lone fish in it. It has been there for a while. They ask if they can let it go. I point out that it is not our minnow trap, but since the fish has obviously been in it for a long time, we can. They ask what kind of fish it is. They say goodbye to it as we set it free.
Crawling up the bank for the hike back, one of the group manages to hit a stinging nettle. By the time I get up on the road, she is rubbing her legs and saying that she got stung, a lot, by something. I grimace and say "yes, you did. By a plant." We have another nature lesson, one on stinging nettle and one on jewelweed. She is a trooper, never complains, never raises her voice, never gets upset. Halfway up the road, the nettle has done its work and she has huge welts. It will stop hurting in an hour and will completely disappear in a few more. She is okay with that, as she rubs balled up jewelweed all over her. The parents hover as we return. "What happened? What's the green stuff all over your legs? Oh, my god." They get medicine, they ask for Benadryl, they ask if she wants something for the pain. She informs them that "ice is enough, I'm fine, it will go away in an hour. I'm fine." I smile a huge, enormous, proud smile on the inside. Good kid.
I see them all once a year. It isn't enough. I want more. I'm glad, so very grateful, for these children, these cousins, this family of mine. I am grateful that a woods and a creek and cornfield with fireflies and a thunderstorm and a rainbow are all we need. I see what this envelope of nature does for these children of the cities and suburbs and treasure every moment, every second, I can spend with them there. The power of a creek to create a bond is incredible. They will have that adventure for the rest of their lives. I will have it. Tucked away in my heart, the memories that fuel me for the year while I wait for the next reunion, they are as precious as the air I breathe.
Audubon connects kids to nature every single day. I am so fortunate to have a job that I love. There are few spaces in our camps for kids going into grades 5 through 7. We are always offering other classes and programs and the trails are open daily from dawn to dusk. Stop in. Get connected. The Center is open from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. daily except Sundays when we open at 1 p.m. Call 569-2345 for more information, visit our website, jamestownaudubon.org or stop in. We are located at 1600 Riverside Road, just off Route 62 between Warren and Jamestown.
Sarah Hatfield is a naturalist at Audubon.


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Esther Brimmer, Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations, will hold a conversation with Stewart Patrick, Senior Fellow and Director of the International Institutions and Global Governance Program at the Council on Foreign Relations, and Heather Hurlburt, Executive Director of the National Security Network, on Addressing Global Challenges at the UN. The discussion will be moderated by Cheryl Benton, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs, and will be available for on demand viewing soon on DipNote, the Department of State's official blog.
You are invited to participate by submitting questions, some of which will be selected for response during the taping. Submit your questions below on DipNote and join the ongoing discussion via Twitter using the hashtag #UNGA. Please submit questions via DipNote and Twitter as soon as possible for consideration.
Through Conversations With America, leaders of national non-governmental organizations have the opportunity to discuss foreign policy and global issues with senior State Department officials. These conversations aim to provide candid views of the ways in which leaders from the foreign affairs community are engaging the Department on pressing foreign policy issues.
View other Conversations With America here and by accessing the Conversations With America video podcasts on iTunes.
Editor's Note: This Conversations With America webcast occurred on September 11. You can read the transcript here.
Tony in Washington, D.C. writes:
Where and when will this event be held?
Eric in New Mexico writes:
This question is in regards to a member state's charter membership and goes to any who would dare offer answer to this;
Member states since the founding of the UN have pledged to live by and uphold their charter membership's principals as outlined in fundemental documents such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
However, many nations have gone through changes of government and leadership since originally signing and committing to those principals outlined in the UN charter.
I would like to know if it is at all feasable and practical to have nations re-certify their commitment to the principals outlined in the UN charter each and every time any new government comes into power in any nation now signatory to the charter as a member state of the United Nations.
Thank you,
Jean Claude in Cameroon writes:
When will the United States be able to solve the Palestinien and Israelies crises? Have you elaborated yet any policies on the Jews of Cameroun, lost but found, regarding a bridge between them and the land of Israel?
David E. in Washington, D.C. writes:
Has the State Department ever addressed the issue of discrimination against blacks by the Saudi Monarchy? Why or Why not? I am working on a campaign focusing on discrimination against blacks in Saudi Arabia?s public sector and wanted to know if you have an opinion on this issue?
William T. in California writes:
Recalling 2 previous webcasts (Sep11 and Apr12), is it possible to use emerging internet platforms to engage American citizens with people in countries all around the world, in real time sessions over the internet, during the UNGA session this month?
This is especially important regarding making the New Silk Road initiative to move people and goods across borders for Afghanistan and all of its neighbors as it transitions from war to peace...
PM Azinga in Hawaii writes:
How do we initiate active engagement of public diplomacy i.e. (listening, advocacy, cultural diplomacy,exchange diplomacy & international communication) through people to people relationship building, expanding the roles of sister cities, cultivate direct investment opportunities and create innovative entreprenuership between the peoples of Asia, South East Asia and the Pacific with the peoples of the United States of America?
David in Wisconsin writes:
What role should United Nations or member states of the United Nations play when seeking to resolve intrastate conflicts between state and non-state actors?
Francis J. in the U.S.A. writes:
Helping Developing nations.
United States of America and other countries give out foreign aids in cash and goods to developing and under developed nations. Why is it that portions of such aids are not utilized in manpower by sending appropriate qualified USA government employees to work in appropriate departments in those nations for a greater impact of the aids? can such expert institute monthly frequent seminars and assessments to identify progress even reduce corruption?
Tonie P. in Illinois writes:
As China has increased its investment on the African continent, does the United States in the coming year sintend on increasing its level of cooperation with Africa?
Citizen of the U.S.A. writes:
NGOs have no right to tell us what to do (CFR) neither does the UN another NGO.
Our state dept had better get back to matters of state and stop allowing these people to set policy.
Jean Claude in Cameroon writes:
Following on the no end crises between the Palestinien and the Israelies, have you ever heard about the Jews of Cameroun?
Ogoubi in Togo writes:
Please, trouble in Mali, west-africa, is a way to truoble all the world in about no less than ten years, and espacially the USA. Why no action and no word from the UN until today?
Karl in Washington, D.C. writes:
Does the US government have any policy interest in global population growth? Human fertility rates seem to be an off-limits subject, but is the fundamental issue when considering environmental degradation, health and education, food security, global warming, etc.
Margaret in Washington, D.C. writes:
To what lengths will the UN and State Department work to alleviate the violence in Syria? Or, in the midst of the Arab Spring, how will the UN handle an issue such as civic violence while preserving the sovereignty of nations?
Meto K. in Washington, D.C. writes:
One of the biggest UN challenges when it comes to Europe is the Greece-Macedonia name dispute. According to the International Court of Justice ruling on December 5, 2011, Greece violated the UN-brokered Interim Accord of 1995 by blocking Macedonia's NATO membership. What involvement can and should the UN and the U.S. play to ensure Greece meets its international obligations?
Eunice D. in Maryland writes:
I recently visited Zimbabwe and was shocked to see how the US Dollar is mis-used by Police collecting
"fines" (and bribes) from motorists who are said to have been exceeding the gazetted speed limit. I was annoyed because those notes are so dirty one needs to be carrying hand sanitizer at all times, and because the money does not help the man on the street, and families in rural areas who are struggling to survive. Villagers are being told to pay large sums of money which they can not afford, for electrification of areas outside the so called growth points; village health care facilities and grocery stores that used to operate effectively at the time of indipendence are now cattle, donkey and goat shelters; clean drinking water is a rare commodity; disease is rampant;fields stand barren and untilled as baboons and other competitors completely destroy whatever crop villagers try to grow for domestic consumption. The only thing left intact in Matebeleland is their sense of togetherness and willingness to work hard for survival.
What can be done from and by the USA/UN?
"Cry the beloved country" is wonderful book written by a South African author,Sibusiso Nyembezi about her country pre- indipendence. Most Zimbabwean join her chorus now.
Thank you.
A.L. in the U.S.A. writes:
In what ways can American citizens collectively contribute to the success of the United Nations?
Roger in Florida writes:
Do you believe the United Nations has an anti-Israel bias?
Ana in South Carolina writes:
What are the chances of the U.S. ratifying CEDAW during this year? What can civil society do to make this a priority?


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NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Famed piano maker Steinway Musical Instruments
The deal values Steinway at about the company's pre-recession share price peak and indicates private equity firms are continuing to bet on an economic recovery for the wealthy. Many Steinway grand piano's cost in excess of $50,000.
Steinway's acquisition can also be seen as a bet on a specialized market of professionals and aficionados, another private equity industry trend. Ninety nine percent of all concert pianists chose Steinway pianos in 2007, the company says on its Web site .
Kohlberg is offering Steinway shareholders a premium of 33% from the average closing price of the company's shares in the past 90 trading days and it will allow for a 45-day "go shop" period for the piano maker to seek a higher bidder. Steinway's board has unanimously recommended Kohlberg's offer to shareholders.
"For over 160 years, Steinway's skilled manufacturing artisans have been crafting the world's finest musical instruments to perform with unequalled touch and tone," Christopher Anderson, a Kohlberg partner, said in a statement.
The private equity firm said its acquisition would help usher Steinway into a new phase of expansion, without impacting the company's heritage and its manufacturing process.
"Kohlberg's long history of collaboration to grow and expand some of the world's leading consumer brands makes us an ideal partner for Steinway to accelerate its global expansion, while ensuring the artisanal manufacturing processes that make the Company's products unique are preserved, celebrated and treasured."
Steinway shares traded nearly 16% higher to $35.28, above Kohlberg's offer price, in Monday trading. Shares have risen over 65% year-to-date amid a CEO change and the sale of its real estate assets. In March, the company sold a stake in Steinway Hall on West 57th Street in New York City for $46 million.
Steinway & Sons was founded in by Henry Engelhard Steinway and his three sons in 1853 in a Manhattan loft on Varick Street. The company has factories in Hamburg and New York, as well as subsidiaries in Berlin, London, Tokyo, and Shanghai. It crafts approximately 2,500 pianos a year worldwide, Steinway says on its web site.
"Our agreement with Kohlberg represents an exceptional valuation for our shareholders, while also representing an important next step in the growth of Steinway," said Michael Sweeney, chairman and interim CEO of the company.
Korea-based Samick Musical Instruments is Steinway's largest shareholder with a 30.25% stake, while hedge fund ValueAct Capital is the company's second top shareholder with a 9.56% holding, according to Bloomberg compilations of Securities and Exchange Commission filings.


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Joy is the reward for week of camp
By BETH GRAY
Published May 24, 2007
BROOKSVILLE - Reiko Pearson, 40, aims to fulfill a prophecy spoken to her by a fellow church member in Blair, S.C., many years ago. The woman said, "You will be mother to millions, "Pearson recalled.
Next week, Pearson will add 12 more souls to her tally when she hosts her annual Aunt Reiko's Camp. This year, she will take the kids to Disney's Fort Wilderness Camp in Orlando.
"I started it four years ago when I learned there are a lot of children in our world who don't get to go anywhere, she said.
The first year she took two kids, next year four. Last year, "Just me and my little blue car with enough kids that I wouldn't get stopped."
Now, the travelers are up to 12; if she had better financial resources, she would like to take 20.
The cost for a week of tent camping, fishing, boating, horseback riding, a wagon ride, Chip and Dale sing-along, evening campfire with Pearson reading to the kids, is $100 per child.
Pearson has saved enough to sponsor six campers this year. Her former mother-in-law donated $100. "A nice gentleman donated another $100 " she said.
Because Aunt Reiko's Camp is recently incorporated as a nonprofit entity, the park gave the campers a rate of $44, down from $56.
The $100 covers the cost of the park excursion, camping, three meals a day cooked by Pearson - including her famous pancakes on the grill with caramelized peaches - and some change for souvenirs. Also, it provides for a group picture of the campers and plaque honoring a donor of at least $100.
Why does she do it and how does she manage? Her answer is simple: "When it comes down to the children, you either love them or you don't."
The certified nursing assistant works midnight to 8 a.m. as a home health aide with Health Matters. In the mornings she attends classes at the University of South Florida, studying for a degree in exceptional and special education. Other hours, she cleans houses.
"When it comes down to these kids, it blows this energy into my soul, said Pearson, who has no children of her own. "You gotta see the looks on their faces. It's like, 'Yeah!' "
Pearson distributes applications for camp to inner-city youngsters and also roams rural areas. "God selects them," he said.
The camp starts on Memorial Day with children and their parents outside her apartment on Hale Avenue. She sets up two grills, inflatable swimming pools and tents. "I'm a good cook," she said without modesty, while thanking Kraft Foods for sending her a magazine focusing on grilling.
Tuesday, they'll be off to Fort Wilderness Camp. Pearson is looking to borrow a van so the whole group can travel together.
Off to the wild is a far cry from where many of these children would have been spending the week were it not for Aunt Reiko. Working parents who can't afford child care drop them off at Wal-Mart, Pearson said. "They sit down and play at McDonald's."
Of her efforts to enhance the lives of these children, Pearson is philosophical: "I want to leave the world a tad bit better."
Fast Facts:
To support Aunt Reiko's Camp
Tax deductible donations can be made in the camp's name at Hernando Bank, Route 41, Brooksville, beside Dunkin' Donuts; by calling Reiko Pearson at 397-3613; or by mailing to her at 460 Hale Ave., Apt. 7, Brooksville, 34601.
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The Prologue gives us a key to understanding the Gospel of St. John.
Catholic Online (www.catholic.org)
12/31/2012 (4 years ago)
Published in Year of Faith
Keywords: St. John, Prologue of St. John, Prologue, Incarnation, Grace and Truth, Octave of Christmas, December 31, St. Theresa, Sugar Land, Fr. Stephen B. Reynolds
SUGAR LAND, TX (Catholic Online). Many histories, biographies, and other publications have an introduction composed by a learned critic, a friend of the author, or someone who has special insight into the subject of the book for which the introduction was written. The Gospel of John may be among the first publications with such a composition. Consisting of the first eighteen verses of the Gospel, St. John's poetic Prologue sets the stage for what follows.
"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1).Â
The Prologue of the Gospel of St. John is a poetic text. It reminds us of the Song of Solomon from the Old Testament, and of the canticles found in St. Paul's Epistles. As a work of poetry, the Prologue cannot be understood as a simple presentation of events. Instead, St. John plunges the depths of the mystery of Christ and surfaces with inspired insights that color his entire Gospel.
It is useful to think of the Prologue as something of an explanatory key. Every map has a "key" which explains the meaning of the symbols used to chart various objects: roads, natural features, buildings, etc. In a similar way, the Prologue gives us a key to understanding the Gospel of St. John.
What are the "explanatory keys" of the Prologue?
There are several things that St. John wants us to grasp. First, the Word of God is a light for all peoples (John 1:1-5). Physical light illumines the darkness and shows reality in high relief. In a similar, but far surpassing way, spiritual light - which comes from Christ - dissolves the shadow of evil and enlightens the conscience. "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it" (John 1:5).
Next, the Prologue clarifies that John the Baptist was sent by God to prepare the way for the coming of Christ. He points to the light, but it is Christ alone who possesses the divine radiance. Jesus is called the "true light, which enlightens everyone" (John 1:9). We should pray for a share in this grace. Jesus possesses the answers to all of our questions and is the ultimate source of meaning and purpose for every human person.
St. John goes on to say that those who should have been most prepared and eager to recognize and accept Jesus rejected him instead (John 1:9-11). This is a sobering thought. Being a Christian does not preserve us from the possibility of being self-deceived about the state of our soul or the strength of our discipleship. Striving with God's help to be continually converted is an essential element of the Christian life.
When we live with that spirit of turning towards the Lord and receiving him, Jesus responds by giving us the grace to become children of God (John 1:12-13). "God is a Father - your Father! - full of warmth and infinite love.
- Call him Father frequently and tell him, when you are alone, that you love him, that you love him very much, and that you feel proud and strong because you are his son" (St JosemarĂa Escrivá, The Forge, 331).
"And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father" (John 1:14).
Through the incarnation, which we are still celebrating liturgically during the Octave of Christmas, the world learns how close God wants to be to us. The Catechism of the Catholic Church identifies the reasons for the Son of God becoming man: Jesus saves us by reconciling us to God; he lets us know God's love; he is our model of holiness, and he make us partakers of the divine nature (see Catechism, nos. 465-460).
The Prologue concludes by asserting that Jesus is adding something new. Moses received the Law from God and gave it to the chosen people. Christ brings something altogether more transformative, the sharing of God's own life with us: his "grace upon grace" (John 1:16). The greatest gift of grace is knowledge of the Father. Through Christ, the Father is made known to us, and we are confirmed as his children, not just in name but also in fact (see I John 3:2).
St. John will develop all of these theological insights throughout the Gospel text. As we prepare to begin a New Year of grace, let us pray that these truths will develop in our minds and hearts, and lead us to a deeper communion with the Father.
Fr. Stephen B. Reynolds is pastor of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sugar Land, TX, a suburb of Houston. You may visit the parish website at: www.SugarLandCatholic.com.
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Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Europe Can't Keep Stocks Down for Long
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- While Europe never fails to hurt our markets in the short term, U.S. companies nerve fail to impress over the long term.
That's how Jim Cramer saw Monday's trading action. He told "Mad Money" viewers it should come as no surprise that just about everyone hates the Cyprus bailout plan.
Europe once again proves it has no plans for growth, a stance that has yet again managed to ding the overall global economy, he said. This is certainly true with companies that sell into Europe including Caterpillar
But then there are the rest of U.S. companies such as Kraft
Cramer said it's hard to ignore the strength in U.S. housing stocks given the affordability and easy availability of credit. It's also hard to ignore many of the master limited partnerships, which continue to increase the size of their dividends. So while Europe may dominate for a few days, it won't be long before U.S. stocks are back in control of the market's direction.
Know Your IPO
In the "Know Your IPO" segment, Cramer offered a look into Pinnacle Foods, which is set to come public this Thursday. Cramer said Pinnacle reminds him a lot of another favorite food company, B&G Foods
Pinnacle's current brand portfolio currently holds such notable names as Bird's Eye vegetables, Mrs. Paul's fish, Celeste pizza and Lender's bagels, just to name a few. The company was purchased by Blackstone
Cramer said there's a lot to like about this deal because many private equity-backed deals have seen big pops on their first day of late. Pinnacle plans to offer a dividend of 18 cents a share right out of the gate, which would afford it a 3.8% yield. The company also plans to retire a sizable chunk of its high-interest debt with the proceeds of the IPO.


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The AnandTech Podcast: Episode 9by Anand Lal Shimpi on November 7, 2012 1:51 PM EST
This past month has been insane thanks to many of our travel schedules. With things finally settling down I was able to get together with Brian and Vivek to record a mobile-update podcast going over all of the announcements we've been covering on the site lately. This is a long one, we go over all of the new Microsoft releases (Surface, Windows 8/RT, Windows Phone 8), the new Google releases (Chromebook, Nexus 4/10) and the new Apple releases (iPad mini, iPad 4, 13-inch rMBP), and more.
The AnandTech Podcast - Episode 9
featuring Anand Shimpi, Brian Klug, Vivek Gowri
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Total Time: 2 hours 8 minutes
Outline - hh:mm
Windows R/RT - 00:00
Surface - 00:05
Samsung Ativ Smart PC - 00:10
Windows Phone 8 - 00:24
Windows Phone 8X by HTC - 00:39
New Chromebook - 00:42
Nexus 4/10 Performance - 00:49
Nexus 10 - 00:52
Nexus 4 - 1:01
Android 4.2 - 1:24
iPad mini - 1:29
iPad 4 - 1:41
13-inch rMBP - 1:47
Element Case - 1:53
Base Station Emulator - 2:00
As always, comments are welcome and appreciated.
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creed3020 - Wednesday, November 07, 2012 - linkThanks for much for putting up the the hectic schedules to cover all these announcements. #9 is long overdue but I'm sure it will be great! Reply
TheGuardians - Friday, January 25, 2013 - linkAnand really needs to convince Brian to get a room. There's some serious latent man (boy)-crush happening through-out the podcasts!
Anand's continued giggling & predilection towards anything & everything Brian says is frankly difficult to listen to. This kind of attention disregarding pervasively the other
guests/members of the podcast is surely not diplomatic & equitable - epsecially by someone in a role of leadership as Mr. Shimpi is.. being the CEO & boss of the 'website'/'business'. Reply
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SpitUK - Wednesday, November 07, 2012 - linkAnyone know how I can download this straight to my Android phone? It always wants to open it and not download it. Want to listen to it when I don't have a connection. Reply
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