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Mens Fastpitch to return to Pan American Games
OKLAHOMA CITY — In a meeting last week in Jamaica, the Pan American Sports Organization (PASO) approved the reinstatement of Men's Fastpitch to the Pan American Games to be played in Toronto, Canada in July 2015, the Amateur Softball Association (ASA) of America and USA Softball announced today. With this reinstatement, Men's Fastpitch will return to the Pan American Games for the first time since 2003 when the games were held in San Domingo, Dominican Republic.
"This announcement is a victory for the entire softball community," said ASA/USA Softball Executive Director Ron Radigonda. "Men's Fastpitch is a tremendous game and much credit goes to the Toronto Organizing Committee as well as Softball Canada as they have worked diligently to have Men's Fastpitch reinstated to the Pan American Games since they were awarded the right to host the event."
The USA Men's Fastpitch National Team has been quite consistent in their seven trips to the Pan American Games dating back to their first appearance in 1979. In all seven appearances, Team USA found themselves on the losing side of a championships matchup with the Canadian National Team.
Despite never capturing Gold, the USA Men have compiled an overall record of 61-16 for a winning percentage of .792, with 15 of the 16 losses coming to Canada.
The USA Men's National Team is slated to compete in next month's International Softball Federation (ISF) World Championship in Auckland, New Zealand. They will open pool play against defending champion Australia on March 1. Follow all of the National Team's games in the ISF World Championship at www.USAsoftball.com.
About ASA
The Amateur Softball Association, founded in 1933, is the National Governing
Body of softball in the United States and a member of the United States Olympic
Committee. The ASA has become one of the nation's largest sports organizations
and now sanctions competition in every state through a network of 76 local
associations. The ASA has grown from a few hundred teams in the early days to
over 210,000 teams today, representing a membership of more than three million.
For more information on the ASA, visit http://www.asasoftball.com/.
About USA Softball
USA Softball is the brand created, operated and owned by the ASA that links the USA Men's, Women's, Junior Boys' and Junior Girls' National Team programs together. USA Softball is responsible for training, equipping and promoting these four National Teams to compete in international and domestic competitions. The USA Softball Women's National Team is one of only two women's sports involved in the Olympic movement to capture three consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games since 1996. The U.S. women have also won nine World Championship titles including the last seven consecutive as well as claimed five World Cup of Softball titles. For more information about USA Softball, please visit http://www.usasoftball.com/.


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debunix wrote:another half dozen infusions, and I'm still enjoying these, but the essential flavor profiles haven't changed--the more accessible YiWu, the more aggressive Dehong, and the enjoyment of both.
debunix wrote:Prompted by the discussion in this TeaChat topic….
Head to head, 2 grams tea in small porcelain gaiwans
1--2012 Yunnan Sourcing "Yi Wu Purple Tea"
2--2012 Yunnan Sourcing "Ye Sheng Cha" Wild Tree Purple Tea of Dehong
Dry leaf
1--scent of herbs and anise
2--sweat socks, worn daily for PE and not laundered for a year
Quick rinse with 205 degree water, letting sit 5 minutes to hydrate leaves
Flash infusion: pour water in, lid on, pour out
1--sweet, anise, delicate--no hint of sour, no how, no where
2--smoky, but also spicy/herbaceous--there might be a hint of sour there somewhere in the aftertaste--somehow related to the smoky gym sock element, but the overwhelming sense is the smoky and spicy
2nd flash infusions: pour water in, lid on, pour out, less than 10 seconds altogether
1--delicate, anise, sweet, light, could do a little longer infusion
2--still smoky, but now pleasantly smoky, campfire smoky, not gym socks, and still the lovely spicy, with just hints of that maybe sour element
3rd, 4th flash infusion--no significant change
First impression: the YiWu purple is immediately friendlier, milder, while the Dehong is aggressively smoky-young and needs some air time to release that excessive smokiness--just not immediately as approachable as the YiWu. I do like the spicy background flavor A LOT and think this is going to be just lovely after this smoky phase calms. The Dehong may well be the more interesting tea in a few years.
5th infusion now 20-30 seconds
stronger and more pleasing spicy/anise flavor in the YiWu, as expected, YUM!, no sourness of note here; the Dehong is getting sweeter and spicier as the smoky fades a bit. There's a hint of sourness still, perhaps, but less than in the earlier infusions, again leading me to think that was more a feature of the heavy smokiness rather than intrinsic to the tea itself.
And somehow I'm again out of tea and must infuse again…but the kettle is nearly empty and it's late, so I'll post this preliminary report now.
TwoDog2 wrote:By the way, I hope none of my comments seemed aggressive or aimed at you, I am more so just curious about our different takes on the tea. Great report!
.....The first thing that jumped out at me, which I forgot to mention, is that I tend to overload a bit on steepings, with fast pours/long sessions. 10g in a 120ml gaiwan is not uncommon for me, with 5-10 seconds on off pours. I will have to consult my notes when I get home, but I am certain that I loaded the gaiwan quite full. Could be a factor
shah82 wrote:You know, this could all just be dumb luck, in that TwoDog got a bad piece of the bing. There were areas of my (now consumed) 250g YS Yongde Big Snow Mountain that were smokey dust fragments, and not very good at all.
Drax wrote:Okay, okay, so it's no 2012, but Scott posted some extra 2009 Guafengzhai over the weekend.
tst wrote:Drax wrote:Okay, okay, so it's no 2012, but Scott posted some extra 2009 Guafengzhai over the weekend.
Saw this yesterday. Seems a bit pricey to me, but I can't say I've ever tried this tea.
TwoDog2 wrote:tst wrote:Drax wrote:Okay, okay, so it's no 2012, but Scott posted some extra 2009 Guafengzhai over the weekend.
Saw this yesterday. Seems a bit pricey to me, but I can't say I've ever tried this tea.
That's not a bad price for GFZ from 2009, especially if the quality is good. I have never had it though, anyone here sampled it?
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I still have 2/3 of a cake left of this. It's o.k. (sorry, not much of a taste note!) but I think YS XiKong 2010 is even more interesting. I haven't tried 2011 & 2012 versions yet, so I don't know how these would compare with GFZ 2009.


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It�s that time of the year again: Carved pumpkins are lighting up doorsteps; roasted pumpkin seeds are perfuming the air; and seasonal specialties like pumpkin spice lattes are tempting you at every turn. Don�t feel too guilty about indulging in these pumpkin-filled treats, though�it turns out pumpkin packs a powerful punch of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. According to Allison Stowell, dietitian�at Guiding Stars, pumpkins are chock-full of antioxidants called carotenoids. �Beta carotene can turn into Vitamin A, which is associated with eye health (specifically vision), healthy skin and teeth, and may play a role in reproduction,� says Stowell. Additionally, she says, pumpkins include 15 vitamins and minerals besides Vitamin A, making them a nutritional super food. RELATED: The Best Pumpkin Dessert Recipes Luckily, canned pumpkin is just as nutritious as fresh�not to mention twice as convenient. �As long as you use pure pumpkin that isn�t sweetened or altered in any way, you are choosing a healthful alternative to preparing pumpkin yourself! Look for cans that list only �pumpkin� in the ingredient list and you will be fine,� says Stowell. In fact, having canned pumpkin around might make it easier to throw it into oatmeal, yogurt, or batters so you can benefit from its nutritional properties in a pinch. Ready to reap the nutritional benefits of pumpkin? Use these eight canned pumpkin recipes to get you started on a pumpkin-themed feast. Brought to you by: Spry Living


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At least 1,000 years ago, the exploitation of this species began by hunters. Mainly, these whales were taken for blubber, used for oil for illumination, and for meat. No longer is this the primary threat to right whales. The main economic gain comes from eco-tourism which continues to be a fast growing industry (Katona 1999).
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- What is this Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) Report?
- Did this school meet all AYP measures?
- Did this school meet any AYP targets through Safe Harbor?
- Did this school meet any AYP measures through the Growth Model?
- Did this school meet any AYP measures through the appeals process?
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- What can parents do?
What is this Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) report?
This report is a summary of your school's Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results. The purpose of AYP is to ensure that all students have reading and mathematics skills that prepare them for the future. Adequate Yearly Progress measures whether each school has met the improvement goals established by No Child Left Behind. For a school to "Make AYP," students in the school must meet goals in three areas: (1) Attendance (for schools without a high school graduating class) or Graduation (for schools with a High School graduating class), (2) Academic Performance, and (3) Test Participation. For GIRARD ACAD MUSIC PROG, the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) taken by students in Grade 5, 6, 7, 8 and 11 is used to determine Academic Performance and Test Participation in Reading and Mathematics. To learn more about AYP, click the "About AYP" link at the top of the page.
Did this school meet all AYP measures?
GIRARD ACAD MUSIC PROG met 21 out of 21 AYP measures in 2011-12. Because AYP requires meeting all of the measures, this school met AYP requirements. This is good news! This school is on track to meet the goal of all students reaching proficiency.
The performance chart and/or data table can show more details about how this school performed.
Did this school meet any AYP targets through Safe Harbor?
Safe Harbor is achieved when a subgroup has greatly improved since the previous year — even though it did not meet the state goal. (The measure for Safe Harbor improvement is at least a 10% reduction of the percentage of students who scored below Proficient for Reading or Mathematics from last year to this year).
Since all test performance targets/goals to meet AYP were met by GIRARD ACAD MUSIC PROG, Safe Harbor was not applicable to this school.
Did this school meet any AYP measures through the Growth Model?
The Growth Model recognizes the efforts of schools and districts/LEAs whose students have not achieved proficiency but are on trajectories towards proficiency on future PSSA exams. The Growth Model will be calculated for Performance Indicators (i.e., the all student group and up to nine subgroups). Projected scores are calculated for all students - including students who are proficient. If a projected score cannot be calculated for a particular student, the student's actual score is used. The Growth Model will be applied to an AYP Performance Indicator only if the indicator cohort has not met AYP performance by any of the existing goals or targets. Actual, not projected, PASA scores, PSSA-M scores, 3rd grade scores, and 11th grade scores are always used, as well as the scores for any students with insufficient data points to make a projection.
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Since all test performance targets/goals to meet AYP were met by GIRARD ACAD MUSIC PROG, Growth Model considerations do not apply to this school.
Did this school meet any AYP measures through the appeals process?
When initial AYP results are announced each year, schools and districts/LEAs have the opportunity to review the data that is utilized to determine AYP and request changes through the Bureau of Assessment and Accountability to correct any errors. Also, schools and districts/LEAs have the opportunity to appeal the AYP rulings through the Pennsylvania Department of Education if they believe their AYP identification was in error for statistical or other substantive reasons.
Since all test performance targets/goals to meet AYP were met by GIRARD ACAD MUSIC PROG, appeals were not applicable.
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Well done! This school has met all AYP measures for the 2011-12 school year. This school has performed well this year, and appears to be on track to meet the goal of all students attaining proficiency in Reading and Math by the year 2014.
This school may wish to review its improvement strategies and create an improvement plan to continue to meet AYP next year. Click the 'About AYP' link at the top of the page to learn more about AYP requirements and AYP status levels in Pennsylvania.
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There are several ways to get involved in your child's education and to help your child and your child's school succeed.
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- Work with your child's teacher to help your child succeed in school. Your child's teacher can help you find resources and provide insight and suggestions for you to help your child reach his or her full potential.
- If your child was tested in Spring 2012, you should receive a printed Parent Report that outlines your child's performance on the Assessment. This report includes educational activities to do with your child and is a good starting point to discuss your child's performance with their teacher.
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A fibroblast is a type of cell that is responsible for making the extracellular matrix and collagen.
Together, this extracellular matrix and collagen form the structural framework of tissues in animals and plays an important role in tissue repair. Fibroblasts are the main connective tissue cells present in the body.
As well as being present as fibroblasts, these cells exist in an alternative state, as fibrocytes. Fibroblast is the term used to describe these cells when they are in an activated state. Fibrocyte refers to the less active state, when the cell is involved in tissue maintenance and metabolism. Some researchers use the term fibroblast for both cellular states but the term "blast" usually refers to a stem cell or a cell's activated state.
The appearance of fibroblasts changes depending on their function and site of action. Fibroblasts taken from a particular location can "remember" their original location and function when transplanted to another location in the body.
The primary function of fibroblasts is the maintenance of structural integrity within the connective tissue. They achieve this by secreting extracellular matrix precursors required for formation of the connective tissue and various fibres.
Fibroblasts are originally derived from primitive mesenchyme and therefore display the filament protein vimentin, which acts as a marker of mesodermal origin. In some cases, epithelial cells may also produce fibroblasts, a process which is referred to as epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT). Conversely, fibroblasts sometimes undergo mesenchymal–epithelial transition (MET) to produce epithelia, a process that is seen in development, tissue repair and tumor growth.
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Advanced Micro Devices this week said that four large manufacturers of mainboards plan to offer their platforms based on the company's E-series and C-series accelerated processing units (APUs). There will also be smaller manufacturers, who will also offer similar devices. The choice of motherboards will ensure relatively wide adoption of AMD's APUs on the desktop market.
"AMD is ushering in a new era of personal computing, and our industry partners are ready to take advantage of the first ever AMD Fusion APU. By combining the processing of the CPU with the GPU on a single energy efficient chip, we believe their customers can take advantage of better price/performance, superior 1080p HD playback and small form factors for innovative designs," said Chris Cloran, corporate vice president and general manager of computing solutions group of client division at AMD.
Asustek Computer, Gigabyte Technology, MicroStar International and Sapphire Technologies are committed to offer mainboards based on AMD Brazos platform with integrated C-series (Ontario, 9W) or E-series (Zacate, 18W) accelerated processing units code-named Ontario and Zacate, respectively.
As reported previously, AMD has been working with half a dozen of motherboard makers on desktop APU-based platforms in mini-ITX form-factor. As it appears, MSI decided to make its mainboard based on AMD's first Fusion APU in micro-ATX form-factor, Gigabyte plans to release a mini-ITX motherboard, form-factors of platforms from Asus and Sapphire are unknown. Previously it was also reported that Gigabyte intends to add overclocking capabilities to its Brazos-based mainboard.
Prices onto desktop platforms featuring AMD APU and supporting input/output controllers are unknown. But based on the fact that entry-level netbooks/notebooks powered by AMD's first APUs are projected to cost from $349, pure desktop mainboards should be priced at a significantly lower price.
AMD Brazos platform for desktops and mobile computers will consist of an AMD Fusion accelerated processing unit (APU) code-named Ontario/Zacate (featuring one or two x86 cores based on Bobcat micro-architecture as well as a DirectX 11 and OpenCL/OpenGL-compliant graphics engine) in addition to code-named Hudson D1 fusion controller hub, which will connect to processor using PCI Express 2.0 x4 bus and will support 4 PCIe x1 ports, PCI bus, 6 Serial ATA-300 ports, 14 USB 2.0 ports as well as integrated clock-generator. The part does not support RAID, Gigabit Ethernet and other capabilities.
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We can put in place conditions that will support an early end to population growth.populations is hazardous is that bursts of per-capita consumption have typically followed decades of rapid demographic growth that occurred while per-capita consumption rates were low. Examples include the United States in the 19th and 20th centuries, China at the turn of the 21st, and India possibly in the coming decade. More immediately worrisome from an environmental perspective, of course, is that the United States and the industrialized world as a whole still have growing populations, despite recent slowdowns in the growth rate, while already living high up on the per-capita consumption ladder.
We can't stop the growth of our numbers in any acceptable way immediately.humanity's long-term alteration of the natural world and its biota. We are inadvertently bringing on the sixth mass extinction not just because our appetites are vast and our technologies powerful, but because we occupy or manipulate most of the land in every continent except Antarctica. We appropriate anywhere from 24 percent to nearly 40 percent of the photosynthetic output of the planet for our food and other purposes, and more than half of its accessible renewable freshwater runoff.
By the sheer scale of our presence and activity we are putting ourselves and all life at risk.believe we will arrive at sustainability by wrestling shifting technologies and lifestyles while human population grows indefinitely and most people strive to live as comfortably as Americans do. Nor should we take comfort in the illusion that population growth is already on a path to end soon. Demographers can no more tell us when that will happen (or through what combination of lower birth rates or higher death rates) than economists can predict when robust global economic growth will resume. Both expert groups are mocked by the many surprises the future holds in store.
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Seeing some of the world's best artists in an intimate concert setting is just one of the things that makes the Free Concert Series so great. If you're looking to hear some of your favourite vocalists in concert for FREE, February is the perfect month to head down to the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre!
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Artists of the COC Ensemble Studio
In this special presentation, artists of the COC Ensemble Studio compete in the third biennial Christina and Louis Quilico Awards, which will be presented at the end of the evening. Each artist will perform an aria of his or her own choosing and a second aria will be selected by the panel of judges.
* Please note extended performance time.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
12 - 1 p.m.
Songs of Love and Longing
Jane Archibald
Internationally acclaimed for her "brilliant vocal pyrotechnics" (Globe and Mail) and "remarkable dramatic presence" (Le Figaro), Canadian coloratura soprano Jane Archibald (currently on the COC mainstage as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni) teams up with pianist Liz Upchurch for an intimate hour of some of the most beautiful songs of Mozart, Fauré, Strauss and Quilter.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
12 - 1 p.m.
Janina Baechle
German mezzo-soprano Janina Baechle (making her COC debut as Fricka in Die Walküre) teams up with pianist Rachel Andrist and COC principal violist Keith Hamm to perform the "viola songs" by Brahms and Loeffler. She rounds out the program with three songs from Mahler's Des Knaben Wundehorn.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
12 - 1 p.m.
Artists of the COC Ensemble Studio and Atelier lyrique de l'Opéra de Montréal
As part of an annual exchange, this popular concert features singers from the young artist programs of the Canadian Opera Company and l'Opéra de Montréal in a program of arias and ensembles from Carmen, Così fan tutte, La Traviata, I Puritani, Rusalka and Billy Budd.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Barbara Hannigan
In collaboration with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra's New Creations Festival, celebrated Canadian soprano Barbara Hannigan showcases her "supple and subtle voice" and "smouldering physicality" (The Times) in a captivating program of vocal chamber music with pianist Liz Upchurch and the TSO Chamber Players.
Photo Credits (top to bottom): (l-r) Jane Archibald, Janina Baechle, Barbara Hannigan; Artists of the 2014/2015 Ensemble Studio. Photo: Chris Hutcheson; Jane Archibald and Michael Schade in the Canadian Opera Company's production of Don Giovanni, 2015. Photo: Michael Cooper; (l-r) Jean-Michel Richer and Cameron McPhail. Photo: Karen E. Reeves;
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Soprano Christine Goerke has been one of the opera singers in the past year to create the most buzz. She's Musical America's Vocalist of the Year for 2015, has performed in major opera houses across the world, and has a Grammy under her belt! Read on to learn more about her amazing career thus far.
What she's doing with us: Christine stars in Die Walküre as Brünnhilde, a goddess and daughter of Wotan, ruler of Valhalla. This marks her much-anticipated debut in a fully staged production of the opera. She will also be returning to sing as Brünnhilde in the COC's upcoming productions of Siegfried in 2016 and Götterdämmerung in 2017.
Where you might have seen her: Christine has appeared in all of the major opera houses of the world including the Metropolitan Opera; Lyric Opera of Chicago; Royal Opera House, Covent Garden; Opéra national de Paris; Théâtre du Châtelet, Théâtre du Capitole in Toulouse; Teatro alla Scala; Teatro Real in Madrid; Deutsche Oper Berlin; San Francisco Opera; Santa Fe Opera; Washington National Opera; Houston Grand Opera; Seattle Opera; Opera Philadelphia; Pittsburgh Opera; New York City Opera; Glimmerglass Opera; Maggio Musicale Fiorentino; Teatro Municipal de Santiago; and the Saito Kinen Festival.
She has received critical acclaim for her portrayals of the title roles in Elektra, Ariadne auf Naxos, Norma, and Iphigénie en Tauride; Kundry in Parsifal, Ortrud in Lohengrin, Leonore in Fidelio, Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus, Ellen Orford in Peter Grimes, Female Chorus in The Rape of Lucretia, Alice Ford in Falstaff, and Madame Lidoine in Dialogues des Carmélites. Last season, she appeared as Brünnhilde in concert performances of Die Walküre with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.
In addition to her live performances, Christine's recording of Vaughan Williams' A Sea Symphony with Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra won the 2003 Grammy Award for Best Classical Recording and Best Choral Performance!
What the critics have said:
"In a revival of Herbert Wernicke's 2001 production of Die Frau ohne Schatten, the soprano Christine Goerke gave a career-transforming performance as the Dyer's Wife, displaying the kind of vocal stamina that Wagner-Strauss fanciers have been awaiting since Birgit Nilsson delivered her last "hojotoho!" "…she can create a character as she sings, linking musical phrases to form dramatic paragraphs.
- The New Yorker (reviewing Christine as the Dyer's Wife at the Metropolitan Opera)
"The American soprano... proved nothing short of sensational. Imposing of figure and expansive of voice, Christine Goerke.. has everything this killer role requires - an Olympic Gold level of stamina, absolute security of pitch, a rich middle voice, diamantine top register, crisp clarity of diction and the intelligence to paint all the colours of the character's mercurially psychotic personality. "
- The Telegraph (reviewing Christine as Elektra at the Royal Opera, Covent Garden)
"The Elektra was Christine Goerke, in her Lyric debut. Goerke sang the unhinged Greek princess to great acclaim in Madrid last season; she had quite a night in Chicago on October 6. Goerke's "Allein, weh ganz allein" revealed a colossal dramatic soprano of an incisive, intensely feminine quality that remained gleaming and voluptuous despite the force required to crest the monumental orchestral waves Strauss sets against his protagonist. She consistently won the audience's empathy, even when her obsessive vengefulness became more than a little frightening. Her formidable stamina was the more impressive given her clever employment of dynamics—particularly the fining away of tone in a recognition scene that tore one's heart out. Goerke was rewarded in her solo call by a rapturous standing ovation that emerged viscerally from the house as an organic reaction to her tour de-force performance."
- Opera News (reviewing the Lyric Opera of Chicago production)
"Christine Goerke's Brünnhilde was the most subtly characterized role, moving from a devoted, almost kittenish daughter to a tragic, broken spirit; a great journey undertaken in full and glorious voice."
- The New Zealand Herald (reviewing the New Zealand Symphony production)
"A voice like hers comes once in a generation, and I am sure Ms. Goerke will be the next great Dramatic Soprano."
- Houston Examiner (reviewing Christine as Ortrud in Wagner's Lohengrin at Houston Grand Opera)
See Christine as Brünnhilde in the COC's production of Die Walküre. For more information and to buy tickets, visit here.
You can also follow Christine Goerke on Twitter at @HeldenMommy
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Vitesse Arnhem piled on 10 goals as they secured the most comfortable of fourth-round KNVB Beker wins at home to third-tier amateurs ADO '20.
Renato Ibarra, Wilfried Bony and Nicky Hofs grabbed two goals apiece as seven Vitesse players got themselves on the scoresheet in the 10-1 rout.
Vitesse had only led 2-0 at half-time with Theo Janssen (3) and Marco van Ginkel (14) on target.
The floodgates then opened after the break as first Bony grabbed his brace after 54 and 60 minutes. A steady flow of goals followed as Ibarra (64 & 81), Davy Propper (65), Hofs (80 & 87) and Mike Havenaar (84) netted.
Clive Keus grabbed ADO's consolation goal after 75 minutes.
Feyenoord won 7-6 on penalties at Eredivisie rivals Heerenveen after their match had finished 2-2.
Heerenveen twice pegged back leads in normal time as Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (55) and Filip Djuricic (90) cancelled out goals from Graziano Pelle (28) and Lex Immers (66).
Heracles scored twice late on to win 3-1 at NAC Breda.
The hosts led through Alex Schalk (16) but after Geoffrey Castillion (32) levelled, Heracles sealed their progress thanks to Samuel Armenteros (83) and Everton (88).
Fred Benson scored twice in extra time as Zwolle eventually beat second division Go Ahead Eagles 3-2.
Youness Mokhtar's 55th-minute strike was cancelled out by Xander Houtkoop moments later to send the game into the extra period.
Benson regained the lead for Zwolle for just a single minute, as Cas Peters replied, but he had the final say with the winner on 118 minutes.
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Home > National Parks of Canada > Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site > Visitor Information > Further Reading
Some of these publications may be out of print, but are often available through public libraries or used book stores.
The Queen Charlotte Islands, Volume 1. 1774-1966 K.E. Dalzell, Queen Charlotte: Bill Ellis Books, 1968. The Queen Charlotte Islands, Volume 2: Places and Names. K.E. Dalzell, Madeira Park: Harbour Publishing, 1973.
To the Charlottes: George Dawson's 1878 Survey of the Queen Charlotte Islands. D. Cole and Bradley Lockner (eds.).Vancouver: UBC Press, 1993.
Chiefs of the Sea and Sky: Haida Heritage Sites of the Queen Charlotte Islands. G.F. MacDonald Washington: UBC Press, 1989.
During My Time: Florence Edenshaw Davidson, a Haida Woman. Margaret B Blackman, Seattle: University of Washington Press, 1982.
Food Plants of Coastal First People. Nancy Turner, (Handbook Royal BC Museum). Vancouver: UBC Press, 1995 . Gina 'Waadluxan Tluu: The Everything Canoe. Kwiahwah Jones and Heather Ramsay eds., Skidegate: Haida Gwaii Museum Press. 2010.
Haida Gwaii: Human History and Environment from the Time of Loon to the Time of the Iron People. Daryl Fedje, and Rolf W. Mathewes (eds.) Vancouver: UBC Press, 2005. Haida Monumental Art: Villages of the Queen Charlotte Islands. G.F. MacDonaldWashington: UBC Press, 1994.Ninstints, Haida World Heritage Site. G.F. MacDonald, Museum Note No. 12. Vancouver: UBC Press, 1983.
Plants of Haida Gwaii. Nancy Turner, Winlaw: Sono NIS Press, 2004.Skidegate Haida Myths & Histories. John R. Swanton, (collected by) J. Enrico (trans. & ed.). Skidegate: Queen Charlotte Islands Museum, 1995. Contributions to the ethnology of the Haida. New York: AMS Press, 1975.
The Black Canoe: Bill Reid and the Spirit of Haida Gwaii. Robert Bringhurst, Seattle: University of Washington Press, 1991.
The Knowledge and Usage of Marine Invertebrates by the Skidegate Haida People of the Queen Charlotte Islands. D. Ellis and S. Wilson, Skidegate: Queen Charlotte Islands Museum, 1981.
The Raven Steals the Light. Bill Reid and Robert Bringhurst, Seattle: University of Washington Press, 1996
Those Born at Koona: The Totem Poles of the Haida Village Skedans. John Smyly and Carolyn Saanichton: Hancock House Publishers, 1973.
Totem Poles: an illustrated guide. Marjorie Halpin, Vancouver: UBC Press, 1981 Guidebooks - Haida Gwaii & Gwaii Haanas
Natural HistoryA Guide to the Marine Mammals of Alaska. Kate Wynne. 3rd edition. Fairbanks: Alaska Sea Grant College Program, 2007. Exploring the Seashore in British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon: a guide to shorebirds and intertidal plants and animals. G. Snively. West Vancouver: G. Soules Book Publishers, 2003.Killer Whales: the natural history and genealogy of Orcinus orca in British Columbia and Washington State. J. Ford, G. Ellis and K. Balcomb. Vancouver: UBC Press, 1994. Life in the Pacific Ocean. Richard Cannings, Sydney Cannings and Marja de Jong Westman. Greystone, 1999.Pacific Reef and Shore: A Photo Guide to Northwest Marine Life. Rick M. Harbo. Harbour Publishing, 2003.Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska, J. Pojar and Mackinnon. Edmonton: Lone Pine, 2004.Seashore Life of the Northern Pacific Coast: an illustrated guide to northern California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. Eugene Kozloff. N. Seattle: University of Washington, 1993. Shells and Shellfish of the Pacific Northwest. Rick M. Harbo. Harbour Publishing, 1997. Small Birds Cling to Bare Branches: Nesting Songbirds of Haida Gwaii. Margo Hearne. Masset: M. Hearne, 2006.The Ancient Murrelet – A Natural History in the Queen Charlotte Islands. A. Gaston. London: T &AD Poyser, 1992. Transients: Mammal-hunting Killer Whales of British Columbia, Washington and South-east Alaska. Vancouver: UBC Press, 1999.Trees and Shrubs of the Queen Charlotte Islands, An Illustrated Guide. Sheila Douglas. Queen Charlotte: Islands Ecological Research, 1991.


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Gary Cohen is not a big fan of interleague play. During one of the broadcasts this week SNY showed the out of town scoreboard and Gary noted that SEA WAS looked more like an address than a rivalry.
Certainly true. He did miss another one though.
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Osedax worms are marine annelids closely related to the deep sea vent/seep-associated vestimentiferan worms. The sessile (i.e., fixed in one place) females bore into the bones of whale carcasses--and possibly bones of other vertebrates (Rouse et al. 2004; Glover et al. 2005; Vrijenhoek et al. 2008).
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Zoo welcomes wolf pair, company names them
Amid continuing flood repairs, Roosevelt Park Zoo introduced its new wolves Friday, a pair of year-old female grays the zoo acquired around Thanksgiving.
The wolves were named by employees of Enbridge Pipelines, a Bakken oil patch firm of which 75 employees volunteered more than 600 hours to the zoo's rebuilding efforts. The Alberta-based company has been operating in North Dakota for decades, and has been rapidly expanding its infrastructure to match the state's oil production.
In a released statement, zoo director David Merritt explained the rationale behind allowing Enbridge Pipelines to name the pair.
"The turnout of volunteers at the zoo in 2012 was truly amazing. Enbridge staff stood out to us not only because of the number of individual groups that participated, but also because of their attitude and work ethic. Our zoo staff is truly grateful for the support shown by Enbridge employees," he said.
Asked if it normally takes a few months to name its animals, zoo education coordinator Jennifer Fry said it's not out of the ordinary.
"It's not usual, but there are a lot of instances where we get animals that aren't named, sometimes only having a number. Depending on the prestige of the animal, we sometimes name them in-house. But with the wolves, they're such bigger animals and Enbridge has really helped out so much. We thought it would be a fun way to show our appreciation," she said.
Zoo staff submitted a pool of 14 names, which were voted on by Enbridge employees. Of the names to choose from, the company decided on Luna and Denali – suitably wolfish names referencing the moon and the Ahtna name for Alaska's Mt. McKinley and the national park that surrounds it, respectively.
Luna and Denali were both obtained last November from Bear Country USA, a drive-through wildlife park in the Black Hills of western South Dakota. As one of Bear Country's owners, Pauline Casey, was able to point out over the phone, the park's animals are largely bred on the premises and subsequently acclimated to the presence of humans. The pair are thus unlikely to have come from the wild, though they are far from being domesticated.
The zoo's carnivore keeper, Lana Erickson, is excited to work with the additions. A graduate of the NDSU zoology program, the Columbus native worked at Roosevelt seasonally for a few years before starting full-time in 2010.
"I grew up on a farm, but it's been a lot of fun working with exotic animals, like the lions, bears and wolves," Erickson said.
Working with some of the zoo's toothier critters, Erickson spends her days tending to the feeding, cleaning, and general enrichment they require.
This is not the first time Roosevelt Park Zoo has featured wolves. In fact, the pair were added after the previous female died a year ago.
"We didn't want the male to be lonely," said Erickson.
The other wolf, seven-year-old Gage, has been with the zoo for about five years. From all appearances the wolves are getting along admirably, excitedly darting around almost non-stop during their presentation to the press. Meanwhile, Roosevelt Park Zoo is hurrying to return and quarter all of its animals before its intended reopening May 4.
The gray wolf (species Canis lupis) as a species is found across the Eurasian, African and North American continents. The forebear of the domestic dog, in recent centuries its habitats have been diminished by a combination of agricultural expansion, trapping and hunting. Though the International Union of Conservation for Nature holds them globally as a creature of 'Least Concern' so far as threat of extinction is concerned, the near-eradication of the species from the continental United States has placed them under the protection of the Endangered Species Act.
After a process of managed reintroduction pocked with controversy, by 2003 the wolf population had increased to the point where could be considered threatened rather than endangered. Several states have since begun issuing permits for wolf hunting, with Montana legislators pushing through dramatic expansions to the practice Friday. These would allow hunters in the state to use electronic calls and suppressors, not require them to wear fluorescent orange, and would prohibit the park service from restricting hunting in areas surrounding Yellowstone Park. Last year park officials had begun cracking down after hunters killed a number of wolves, including some tagged for research purposes.
When orphaned through hunting and wildlife control, pups have an extremely low rate of survival on their own. It becomes a difficult task finding suitable places to send them.
"Zoos don't normally breed bears and wolves. There are enough of them out in the wild that need a home to go to," Fry explained.
Adoption by zoos and parks give these a second chance while providing visitors a unique opportunity to see a marvelous, contentious creature.


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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The Amateur Softball Association (ASA) is pleased to announce that Florida's Kelsey Bruder (Corona, Calif.) has been named the USA Softball Player of the Week for the Week of May 4-10. Bruder helped lead the Florida Gators to an SEC Tournament title, hitting .571 while being named to the SEC All-Tournament Team.
The sophomore utility player hit .571 with four hits, four runs scored, two doubles, a home run and five RBI. She registered nine total bases for a 1.286 slugging percentage. She walked twice and tallied a .700 on-base percentage to help the Florida Gators go 3-0 in the tournament.
"It's an honor to win this award when there are so many great players out there. It was amazing to win the SEC Tournament for the second time and I am really looking forward to the NCAA Tournament, especially because we get to play the first round in front of our fans!," said Bruder, who is receiving this award for the first time in her career.
Bruder was key in the three wins as she scored the winning run in the win over then No-16 Tennessee to advance to the Championship Game. She went 2-for-2 in the Tennessee game with a home run, one of three in a row, and a double. Against No.3 Alabama in the Championship Game, she went 2-for-3 with a double and single and two RBI.
"Kelsey did an outstanding job for us in the SEC Tournament," said Florida Head Coach Tim Walton. "It was great to win a second championship and her play is a big part of that. We definitely look forward to her contributions in the post-season. She has really had an All-American year on the field and at the plate."
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- Zippered top and front stash pockets
- Upper compression and lower InsideOut straps
- Stow-One-The-Go trekking pole attachment
- Single ice tool with bungee tie off
- Item #OSP000X
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Great daypack
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This is a great size pack for full or partial day excursions. I often use it with my camera gear including a tripod for day hikes. It carries weight well and I've had no issues with it after a full summer of use.
Great Day Pack
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I bought this for day hiking. I'd been using a smaller CamelBak pack that didn't have a waist belt. The waist belt takes so much pressure and weight off my shoulders. The pack is great all around. Highly recommend.
Bike Commuter's Bestie
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I use this every day for a 9 mile commute each way. It fits work clothes, rain gear, thermos, and a bunch of other crap I take with me. The ventilation and built-in rain cover are why I bought it, and I couldn't be happier with it.
The pouches on the waist make for great phone/key access.
Love it.
Its Osprey, you're gonna love it
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This is a great day pack, and the fit is amazing. The one complaint I have is the side pockets. If you want to carry a nalgene, you can only strap it down as far as the circumference of the water bottle, which sacrifices some of the comfort. Other than that, its wonderful.
Hey Wilson -I appreciate the feedback. Enjoy that Stratos!
Osprey Rep
Awkward sizing
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Can't get over how much room it appears to have, but the damn thing can't fit anything very wide, aka it doesn't have much space between back and front. Really annoying. BUT! It is the MOST comfortable day pack I have used, wow!
Hey Gavin, you know, your experience is a by-product of the design of the ventilated back panel, which requires more structure. That's why we don't have every pack with this back panel, so other bags can be more forgiving to carrying wider gear.
Thanks for writing,
Osprey Rep
A Day in the Mountains
Perfect pack for a day in the mountains
Perfect Size
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
The size of this pack is great for long day hikes or peak bagging.
Minor Quibble
Removing/inserting the hydration reservoir can be finicky when the top pocket is loaded. The pocket interferes by blocking the opening to the reservoir sleeve sewn in the pack. While the pocket can be flipped out of the way, it remains cumbersome.
Load up and head to the trails
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I've been using this pack for the past year and overall it's a fantastic pack and has held up to use extremely well. I use this pack for day hikes and can easily fill it with 3 liters of water, first aide kid, lots of food, extra clothing layers, and FF DSLR (not with a 200mm tele though). You can put quite a bit of gear in this backpack.
My absolute favorite feature is the ventilated back panel. It keeps air moving and keeps things cool.
The pack is very comfortable and the straps are easy to adjust. The pockets on the waist belt are very useful. You can stuff snacks in there and even a point a shoot camera can fit in there so you don't have to peel your bag off every time you want to eat or take a photo.
The two side pockets are great as long as your run the compression straps on the outside of the pocket. When running the compression strap on the inside of the pocket, the strap interferes or catches on to whatever you put in the pocket (for instance sunscreen bottle, jacket, and so forth) and prevents it from being completely stowed in the pocket.
Removing the hydration reservoir can be tricky. There is a pocket body that dangles right at the opening of the sewn hydration sleeve. If you have the pocket full of gear it blocks the exit of the hydration reservoir and removal can become quite cumbersome and frustrating.
Anyone notice the zipper at the top of the pack above the hydration sleeve on the interior? It's not a functional pocket or access point so my best guess is that it helps with the sewing process of the bag.
Great for those on the go
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I recently needed a smaller day pack for hiking and mountain biking, so I decided to check this bag out. I was not disappointed! As is normal with Osprey packs, the straps are all designed very well and are comfortable without chafing. It comes with sleeping pad straps and stow on the go for those of us who like to take a small overnight bag camping as well! Further, the panel access makes it so you can easily find anything in your bag and the included rain cover is easy to access and works very well! The only complaint I have is that the hydration sleeve is stitched into place and so it takes up a lot of the room in the bag with a 3L bladder. That is to be expected of a 24L pack, but if the bottom was not stitched into place it would be easier to pack overall. I definitely recommend this bag for anyone looking for a solid day pack and occasional overnight bag!
Hey Daniel, Leta here with Osprey - totally hear you on the stiched hydration sleeve. I will get that feedback over to Osprey.
Thanks for the review!
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I love this backpack. I've used for school, hikes, biking, as a crag bag, travel, and even for a couple of overnights. It performs admirably everywhere. The suspension is comfortable, the mesh panel is glorious, and the build quality is AWESOME.
As for interior shape, there is a pronounced inflex on the backpanel (allows for the mesh airspeed backing). A lot of people expressed concern about fitting things like books and laptops. They fit fine. A pocket of space is produced at the top of the backpack toward the back and is a great place to store chargers, cords, kindles, or books.
I highly, highly recommend this bag.
Nice little day pack !
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
Was looking to replace my old day pack with a new one . After picking up a new Osprey 60 liter I was sold on looking at the smaller packs that they offered . I was not disappointed at all with that decision . Pack offers great breathability as well as all sorts of adjustment to fit no matter how light or heavy the load. My favorite thing about this pack as well as my lager pack is the quick stash for my trekking pole.
A day on the river
Hiking in to fly fish the Skookumchuck River
Awesome picture Andrea !!!
I selected this image to feature on the homepage of Backcountry.com in our Activity Feed! Congrats on being GOATWORTHY !!!
catch anything?
loads! nearly had my fish stolen by a bull trout too!
old model review
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I've had an older version of this pack for about five years now and it's still my favourite. This thing goes everywhere with me from carrying my books to class to hiking to fishing to weekend getaways. The mesh back panel keeps everything nice and cool, the straps are so comfortable and don't dig in at all. This isn't even a female specific model and yet the hip belt works perfectly for a lady's figure. The hip belt pockets are perfect for a camera or phone and a cliff bar. The water bottle pouches on the outside fit any size bottle including regular size nalgenes, and if you have a skinny bottle the compression straps cinches everything down tight. I've never actually used the rain cover that comes with this, it seems to handle light rain just fine! I can also carry a good amount of weight with this pack, the only thing for me is that if it isn't weighted it tends to come up a bit higher than I like on the back of my neck. All of my favourite bits seem to be on the newest model so I super recommend this one. It's still my all time favourite pack and started my love of all osprey packs. I've add an Aura and a Zena to my collection too!
Fantastic backpack that vents well
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I bought the orange Stratos 24 for commuting to work and really love it. I'm 6'5" tall and find that the m/l size fits my body really well and properly distributes weight on my hips. Most importantly, I can actually feel the airflow down my back! It is stable yet far less sweaty than any other pack that I've used.
Can't wait it to use it for some hiking too!
KBogey, you mentioned you use the pack for commuting to work. How well does it stow a laptop? Thanks.
I use it to carry my 13" laptop quite often. There is no specific compartment for it but the stiff frame seems to keep the laptop stable and reasonably well protected. I put my laptop and iPad in first then pack my clothing and lunch around it. Very nice.
Anyone know whether this will conveniently hold a 15" MacBook? I bike to school and work and looking for a good day pack with waist straps and pockets that I can use for both my commute and day hikes/mt bike trips.
Hey Ryan,
This will fit a 15" macbook but if you hold large (wide) water bottles in the side pockets (such as the hydro flask 40oz) the two will interfere a little with each other. It is an awesome pack and feels really stable on the back and distributes the weight really well. I use it for similar things as you. school and day hikes. You might want to consider the stratos 34 as well if you want a little more space, but the 24 is awesome
What color is the rain cover for each colorway of this bag?
This rain cover comes with a green rain cover. That is for all colorways.
Will the side mesh pockets accommodate a...
Will the side mesh pockets accommodate a standard large mouth Nalgene bottle?
The mesh side pockets should be perfect for a standard Nalgene bottle.
Osprey's website says the Stratos 24 is...
Osprey's website says the Stratos 24 is hydration compatible with a bladder sleeve and two exit ports, but Backcountry.com says it isn't compatible. Any idea where/what the discrepancy is and is this pack capable of loading a bladder?
Hey Chris,
Simple mistake by our content team. This does come with a sewn in hydration sleeve and duel ports for the hose. I will be sure to find somebody to change that.
Anyone with any experience mountain biking...
Anyone with any experience mountain biking with this (for much longer rides)? Just wondering if the upper aluminum support gets in the way of your helmet when you're in the riding position. Thanks!
The top of the frame is not right at the top of the pack, so unless you have it really hiked up on your back I don't see there being an issue with a helmet.
No issue at all when using this for any sort of riding. It is stable, cool and very unobtrusive.


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Topic: How do I create a single helper to work on different models?
I am probably going to need to refactor in two steps since I'm still developing the project and learning the use-cases as I go along since it is to scratch my own itch. I have three models: Letters, Calls, Emails. They have some similarilty, but I anticipate they also will have some different attributes as you can tell from their description.
Ideally I could refactor them as Events, with a type as Letters, Calls, Emails, but didn't know how to extend subclasses.
My immediate need is this: I have a helper which checks on the status of whether an email (for example) was sent to a specific contact:
def show_email_status(contact, email)
@contact_email = ContactEmail.find(:first, :conditions => {:contact_id => contact.id, :email_id => email.id })
if ! @contact_email.nil?
return @contact_email.status
I realized that I, of course, want to know the status for whether a call was made to a contact as well, so I wrote:
def show_call_status(contact, call)
@contact_call = ContactCall.find(:first, :conditions => {:contact_id => contact.id, :call_id => call.id })
if ! @contact_call.nil?
return @contact_call.status
I would love to be able to just have a single helper show_status where I can say show_status(contact,call) or show_status(contact,email) and it would know whether to look for the object @contact_call or @contact_email.
Yes, it would be easier if it were just @contact_event, but I want to do a small refactoring while I get the program up and running, and this would make the ability to do a history for a given contact much easier.


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Composition FOR NOGITNorfloxacin(400 mg)
food interaction for NOGIT
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Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
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- Avoid norfloxacin if you have known history of muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis). It may further increase the muscle weakness.
- Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate -may increase nervousness, sleeplessness, heart pounding, and anxiety.
- Drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking norfloxacin.
- Do not start or continue the norfloxacin and consult your doctor if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances.
- Avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light (tanning beds and sunlamps) and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Norfloxacin may make your skin sensitive to sunlight or ultraviolet light. If your skin becomes reddened, swollen, or blistered, consult your doctor.
- Take norfloxacin at least one hour before or at least two hours after taking antacids (aluminum or magnesium hydroxide), didanosine, sucralfate, supplements or multivitamins that contain iron or zinc, meal or ingestion of milk and/or other dairy products.
- Norfloxacin can cause dizziness and light-headedness and, therefore, caution has to be taken before operating an automobile or machinery or engaging in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination.
- Norfloxacin is associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture. it should be used carefully in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking steroids corticosteroid drugs, in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants to minimize this risk.
Frequently asked questions FOR NOGIT
Q. Is norfloxacin/ norflox tz/ norflox 400/ norilet/ norilet 400 same as ciprofloxacin?
No, however they belong to same class of medication called as fluoroquinolones and act by same mechanism but differ in absorption, metabolism and excretion
Q. Is norfloxacin/ norflox tz/ norflox 400/ norilet/ norilet 400 same as penicillin/broad spectrum antibiotic?
No, they belong to same class of medication called as fluoroquinolones and they act by different mechanism
Q. Is norfloxacin/ norflox tz/ norflox 400/ norilet/ norilet 400 used for treatment of diarrhea and UTI?
Yes, however it depends on microorganism involved and effectiveness. Always consult your doctor on this regards
Q. Is norfloxacin sulfa based / a penicillin/ an antibiotic?
No. Norfloxacin belong to a different group of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. It does not contain penicillin or sulpha.


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Pretzel-Fried Steak with Mango-Onion Gravy
- Steak:
- 2 cups pretzels (I use the gluten-free kind)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup flour (I use gluten-free baking flour)
- 3 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves, ground up in your hand (optional)*
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 cube steaks
- Mango-Onion Gravy:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, minced (about 1/3 cup)
- Kosher salt
- 2 cups chicken or beef stock
- 2 tablespoons sweet mango chutney
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Canola oil, for frying
- *available at Indian stores or online
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
For the steaks: Process the pretzels in a food processor until fine. Grab 3 shallow bowls. In one, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, dried fenugreek leaves, paprika, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Pour the pretzel crumbs into the last bowl. Save 2 tablespoons of the flavored flour for the gravy.
Make yourself an assembly line: dip 1 steak on both sides in the flavored flour, making sure it's well coated, but dust off the excess. Then dip it quickly in the egg and lift, allowing the excess to drain back into the bowl. Finally, dunk both sides in the pretzel crumbs. Repeat with remaining steaks. Place the coated steaks on a sheet tray fitted with a cooling rack and let the steaks rest for 15 minutes to let the coating adhere to the meat.
For the gravy: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add the onions and a pinch salt. Sweat until the onions are translucent and softened. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of flavored flour and cook a few minutes until the flour no longer smells raw. Add the stock, mango chutney, and soy sauce. Stir, so that no lumps form, and bring to a boil. Cook until the sauce thickens to a gravy consistency, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and re-season, if necessary.
In a large cast iron skillet, add enough oil to come up the sides by 1-inch. Heat it over medium heat until shimmering; you'll know the oil is hot enough when a pinch of flour sizzles upon contact with the oil. Line a sheet tray with paper towels and place a cooling rack on top.
Gently lay the steaks into the oil; you may have to do this in batches. Cook each side until golden, about 3 minutes. When both sides are cooked, lay the steaks on the paper towel-lined sheet tray and pop into the oven to keep warm while you do the next batch.
Serve the steaks with gravy spooned over the top.
Recipe courtesy of Aarti Sequeira
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Inside the Biennale des Antiquaires
-Get creative. The Culver City Art District (ccgalleryguide.com) has 37 different galleries where you can view the work of talented rising artists. Nearby, La Cienega Design Quarter (lcdqla.com) is the city's hub for the decorative arts, with showrooms and boutiques open to the public as well as to the trade.
-Go west. Cruising the full length of Sunset Boulevard's 22 miles will show you the variety of ways Angelenos live. Pass through the arty, multicultural Eastside (Echo Park, Silver Lake) before hitting
the tonier Westside (West Hollywood, Beverly Hills) and, finally, the Pacific.
-Head to the beaches. The most beautiful are in Malibu, including the quiet Point Dume. But the Venice Beach boardwalk, with its tattoo parlors, body builders, and street performers, offers
a singular seaside experience. Don't miss Venice's quaint canals, designed by Abbot Kinney in 1904 to resemble the famous waterways of Venice, Italy.
-The Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr., 310-440-7300; getty.edu: This museum is perhaps best known for its Richard Meier architecture and its stunning hilltop views. A short drive away, the Getty Villa, modeled after a firstcentury Roman country house, is home to an impressive array of antiquities.
-Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323-857-6000; lacma.org: The largest art museum in the western U.S. has more than 100,000 objects, with significant Asian, Latin American, and Islamic collections.
-Museum of Contemporary Art, 250 S. Grand Ave., 213-626-6222; moca.org: Director Jeffrey Deitch's controversial reign hasn't changed the fact that MOCA houses one of the country's finest collections of post-1940 art.
-Museum of Jurassic Technology, 9341 Venice Blvd., 310-836-6131; mjt.org: A quirky museum with a cult following. Founder David Wilson has curated artifacts both real and fictional.
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- Center back to hem: 22" (56 cm)
- Sleeve length: 24" (61 cm)
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- Two way metal zipper
- Machine wash according to label
- Imported
- Model is 5'9" and is wearing a US size S
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The proud tradition of North Dakota State University athletics was one of the finest in the country at the NCAA Division II level for many years. The Bison men's and women's programs were regular contenders for championships on a national scale. Now a Division I program featuring 16 varsity sports, the vision for North Dakota State is "Continuing the Championship Tradition of Bison Athletics."
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Ultrarunning Back in the Day - Page 2
How did you get ready for the 1989 AC100?
I really prepared for Angeles Crest that year. I sacrificed for six months before the race. Meticulous planning. I had a crew, pacers and my nutrition dialed in. I had three plans. Plan C was to run the record. Plan B was to run conservative, and break the existing record. The secret Plan A was to go under 18 hours. The training began a year before the race.
My mileage for the six peak weeks before the race, nine weeks prior to race day, was 150 to 200 miles per week in a continuous build. Then I tapered downward 200-100-75-50 per week. The Tuesday before the race I did a speed workout to deplete the fast-twitch muscle fibers.
I got back to basics on what worked. Nutrition was going to be liquid based, in total defiance of conventional wisdom. I was using mango nectar mixed with Carboplex, with ProOptimizer as the protein supplement every 25 miles, and water with potassium tablets for electrolyte absorption.
How did the race shake out?
After a cool start, the day was warm through Shortcut [mile 59]. I was outracing most of the aid stations, which had not set up yet. For instance, I beat the crews up to Newcomb's Pass [mile 68]—the trucks passed me on the way up the road.
After Newcombs, a heavy inversion layer cut visibility down to three feet in through Santa Anita Cyn to Chantry [mile 75]. However, I knew the way cold. At this time I was running a caloric deficit because my bottles were mixed and still on the trucks, and my pacer Bill Kissell couldn't get to them without me waiting around.
At Chantry there was no scale to weigh in on. I stuck to my plan throughout. I stayed in the chair for the full 10 minutes getting a massage etc before heading up Mount Wilson.
How about Leadville the following year?
My original goal was to do every hundred that existed in 1989. These were Old Dominion, Vermont, Western, Leadville, Wasatch and Angeles Crest.
At Leadville I did the homework for six weeks before the race, splitting my time between Steamboat Springs (three days) and Leadville (four days) each week.
Come race day I ran alongside Skip Hamilton, a four-time winner of the race, known as "Mayor of Leadville," which was OK by me. Skip held back in the first 13 miles. When I was changing out of my tights at May Queen, he passed me. I let him lead until the base of Mount Hope, which was about a fat mile past the water crossing after the elk wallow at Twin Lakes. I passed him there.
I started throwing surges at Hamilton going up to Hope Pass. I'd let him come close, then surge ahead. Then I'd repeat. By the top of Hope I was pretty whacked. Bill Clements passed me here, and I let him go.
I saw Skip on his way up to Winfield while I was heading back to the base of Hope Pass—he wasn't long for the race (and dropped at Twin Lakes). The return leg to Twin Lakes took 2:30 as planned.
I took the lead back from Bill at Twin Lakes. Midway between Twin Lakes and Half Moon, it began to dump rain. The trails turned to grease. I dropped my first pacer who was suffering from intestinal distress, and ran solo to Fish Hatchery [mile 75]. I picked up a wild-card pacer, who probably had a snappier workout than he bargained for, slipping and sliding up Pole Line Pass—complete with lightning and hail.
Out of May Queen [mile 87] the mud was so bad that a USFS truck sank to its hubs on the dirt road while trying to light the way.
O'Brien crossed the finish line in a record time of 17:55. There had been three inches of hail on the streets of Leadville at the finish line. His record stood until 1994 when it was broken under a mild full-moon dry night by the Tarahumara runner Juan Herrera wearing huaraches.
The following year, before running Wasatch, O'Brien was convinced that a record was possible. Once again, he did the homework. He stayed in Park City for three weeks, and trained with Dana "Blood and Guts" Miller. Their families socialized together and made the business of training more pleasant. Finally, he ran the course in three sections over three days.
Race day was notable for the pouring rain that greeted the runners at the top of Francis Peak, and that Miller had completed half of his Double Wasatch along with Dennis Herr.
The race threw a succession of obstacles at O'Brien. The course itself is difficult on a good day. Fog and rain made routefinding up Chin Scraper very difficult, where he topped out on a rock crag. Rain-battered, he decided going up was safer than down-climbing. Continued rain throughout the day turned trails into mud-runs and bottomless shoe-sucking misery. Dense fog at night added to route-finding challenges up past Desolation Lake [mile 70]. O'Brien left Brighton [mile 75] just ahead of RD John Grobben, who was seriously considering stopping the race due to the extreme wet conditions. Houses were sliding off hillsides at this point. I can only imagine what the steep climb up to Ant Knolls must have looked and felt like after 18 hours of soaking rain!
Jim won it in 22:50—not a course record but almost two hours ahead of second place Neal Beidleman. There were 55 finishers out of 105 starters.


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LEGO Club (Houston) [1]
Mondays - January 14th, February 11th, March 11th, April 8th and May 13th, 2013
School-aged children are invited to bring their imaginations on the 2nd Monday of each month from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. and build a LEGO creation. The theme will be announced at the beginning of each session. Thanks to the many donations the materials to build with will be provided and must stay here at the end of the hour. A couple of the creations will be chosen for display until the next club meeting.
Call (937) 462-8047 for more information.
This program will take place at the Houston Branch, 5 West Jamestown Street, S. Charleston, OH.


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Cargill Meat Solutions
Cargill Meat Solutions is the umbrella organization of Cargill's North American beef, turkey, foodservice and food distribution businesses. Our main offices in Wichita, Kansas provide a central location from which we can serve our customers from coast-to-coast. And, it places us in America's agricultural heartland. Our businesses based in Wichita provide wholesome, high quality, nutritious and flavorful products to customers ranging from foodservice operators and grocery stores, to food manufacturers and export markets. These businesses employ more than 32,000 people in the U.S. and Canada, who work at dozens of processing and support facilities. These businesses focus on product innovation and quality, food safety, animal wellbeing, improved sustainability and community engagement.
In Wichita, many employees are active in the local community through its Cargill Cares Wichita team.
The following businesses operate under the umbrella of Cargill Meat Solutions.
- Cargill Beef
- Cargill Food Distribution
- Cargill Value Added Protein
- Cargill Turkey and Cooked Meats
- Cargill Meat Logistics Solutions - Refrigerated and temperature-controlled freight transportation within U.S. and into Mexico.
Terms of sale
- U.S. Domestic Sales
- International Sales excluding North America and Russia
- Sales to Mexico
- Sales to Russia
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