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Tim Hortons Spins A Touching Yarn In One Of Canada's 'Coldest Places'
As Tim Hortons press goes, this is certainly better than a snake thrown at staff.
On Dec. 13, the coffee and doughnut chain spread some warmth for the holidays in Fort Frances, Ont., which the chain calls one of the coldest places in Canada.
The ad, posted last Friday, shows townsfolk following a string of yarn through neighbourhoods, where objects such as trees, park benches and fire hydrants had been "yarn-bombed" with red material.
People follow the string all the way to a Tim Hortons, where tables, chairs and coffee cups had been covered with red knitting, its roof topped with a toque.
Oh, and coffee was free all day.
Town resident Kerri Dittaro was one of many who were very happy when they saw the ad, she told the Fort Frances Times.
"Seeing all the familiar faces, including my son, Joshua, in the Tim Hortons' video was really neat," she said.
It's a touching stunt that caps off a year of creative marketing for the chain. Earlier, a replica of the first Tim Hortons was built in Toronto's Yonge-Dundas Square, and an entire store was blacked-out to introduce its Dark Roast blend.
The ad also came in a year that Tim Hortons was taken over by Burger King Worldwide Inc., a move that the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives warned would bring "overwhelmingly negative consequences for Canadians."
Among other things, the left-leaning think tank said it could lead to layoffs and cost cutting.
The Fort Frances ad comes as part of Tim Hortons' "Warm Wishes" campaign, in which people were asked to share with the chain through social media the good deeds they're doing for others.
For every good deed they hear about, the company has pledged to donate a toque to a kid in need through the Tim Horton Children's Foundation until Dec. 30.
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The sweetness of the fritter ... the classic broiled burger. Together at last.
How do you make your milkshake even more of an indulgence? Forget soft serve and make it with pure cream.
That French Vanilla and English Toffee is looking a little lonely — which is why it needs to be accompanied by its new best friend, French Toast Sticks. (Maple syrup poured in optionally.)
Carb-loading at lunch? There's no better way to combine our favourite food group than by packaging fries in a giant bowl of bread. And hey, chili could totally work as an extra topping.
Just picture it: chocolate crème, chocolate crust, chocolate chips, all swirled together with espresso and chocolate milk — and finished off with so much whipped topping. We do not want to be around two hours after you eat that.
The holes in onion rings have basically been crying out to be filled by Timbits since their invention, and now, we don't have to wait any longer. We'd recommend a mild lemon to start, and perhaps a honey cruller as you get more adventurous.
Like us, you must have at some point thought about what delicious ice cream flavours Tim Hortons doughnuts would make. At King Hortons, we offer you this option: turn all the doughnuts into cones, delight the world.
While we don't think this could work for every Timbit flavour, something like old-fashioned plain could use a gravy and cheese curd topping, we say. And then maybe, just maybe, King Hortons could develop a whole new savoury doughnut just for the occasion.
NEXT: Secret Tim Hortons Menu Items
THE ASK: Chocolate milk in your Iced Capp Not only does it give your regular drink a kick, but for those of you who aren't fans of that coffee taste, the chocolate milk does a good job of disguising it.
THE ASK: Additional veggies and salt and pepper on your bagels No, this won't cost you extra, but it will make your cream cheese and bagel taste better. Some readers shared their favourite combos including: a bagel with cream cheese, tomato slices, salt and pepper (for hangovers), a bagel with herb and garlic cream cheese topped with cucumbers and tomatoes, and a bagel with cheddar cheese, tomato, salt and pepper, cucumber and lettuce. Note, extras will cost extras.
THE ASK: Half hot chocolate/half coffee This is basically like a cheap mocha. The next time you decide to get your regular Double Double, ask for half hot chocolate. One reader mentioned asking for whipped cream as well.
THE ASK: Croissant with cheese and butter HEATED Yes, you probably already feel a little guilty indulging in a cheese or butter croissant, but to make things even better (and fattier), ask your server to heat your croissant with a slice of Swiss cheese or with just straight up butter. Drool.
THE ASK: Chocolate whipped cream on your hot chocolate If the regular hot chocolate isn't chocolatey enough for your liking, add chocolate whipped cream. (Chocolate whipped topping featured in the photo).
THE ASK: Plain hot water If, for whatever reason you just want a cup of hot water (maybe for your instant noodles?), just ask. Sometimes, it will be free, but most of the time you will have to pay a fee.
THE ASK: Mint with your Iced Capps Missing out on some freshness? The next time you order an Iced Capp, ask for a shot of mint flavour as well.
THE ASK: Warm doughnuts Yup, simple as that. If you want to take your doughnut to the next level, ask your server to warm it up for you in the toaster or the microwave. People of the web advise a warm sour glazed doughnut as the winner.
THE ASK: A hashbrown IN your sandwich If you want to add additional calories to your breakfast sandwich, ask for a hash brown to be put right in the middle. However, we don't advise this off-the-menu hack during rush hour. Just order them separately and do it yourself.
THE ASK: Barbecue sauce on your bagel For chains that carry barbecue sauce and those of you with BBQ-loving taste buds, ask your server for barbecue sauce on your bagel with cream cheese. We hear it's delicious.
THE ASK: A free Timbit We had one reader and former employee tell us people would ask for Timbits for their pets. We're only wondering if the "'pets" were actually pets. However, one employee told us Timbits on their own are 25 cents and this free Timbit scenario doesn't always work.
THE ASK: Peanut butter While Tim Hortons may be known for their flavoured cream cheeses, one reader told us you can also ask for peanut butter on your bagels — a raisin bagel with peanut butter tastes the best.
THE ASK: Mixing two teas together For a new take on teas, try a peppermint and green tea combination or a green tea and honey lemon combo if you have a cold. Mixing tea bags will cost you an additional 10 cents.
THE ASK: Veggies Your grilled cheese may already come with tomatoes and bacon, but you can also ask for additional veggies like lettuce and cucumbers to make a grilled sandwich.
THE ASK: Half chili and half lasagna Half and halfs aren't just for drinks anymore. If your Tim Hortons location still sells chili and lasagna (or brings it back this fall/winter) ask for a half and half.
THE ASK: The veggie sandwich You may not see the veggie sandwich (cucumber, lettuce and tomato on a bun) on the menu anymore, but you can still order it either on a bun or bagel.
THE ASK: Play around with your breakfast sandwich Besides adding a hash brown to your breakfast sandwich, some readers even get away with asking for extra patties or more egg — for an additional cost, of course.
THE ASK: Tea in your latte You can also ask for the addition of a tea bag or flavour shot in your latte or hot beverage. Chai tea latte anyone?
THE ASK: Whipped cream on anything On your latte, hot chocolate, Iced Capp, whatever you're in the mood for, ask your server for whipped cream on top.
THE ASK: Ask for your sandwich to be a panino If you have a favourite Tim Hortons sandwich (BLT, ham and Swiss, veggie etc.), ask the server to make it as a panino. You may get charged extra, but your sandwich will taste 10 times better "grilled."
Calories: 190 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 2.5 Sodium: 210 mg Sugar: 11 g
Calories: 200 Grams of fat: 5 Grams of saturated fat: 2 Sodium: 230 mg Sugar: 12 g
Calories: 210 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 2.5 Sodium: 250 mg Sugar: 16 g
Cheating note: Yes, this is a picture of a Timbit, but nutritional info is for a donut Calories: 210 Grams of fat: 8 Grams of saturated fat: 3.5 Sodium: 190 mg Sugar: 11 g
Calories: 220 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 2.5 Sodium: 250 mg Sugar: 15 g
Cheating note: Yes, this is a picture of a Timbit, but nutritional info is for a donut Calories: 220 Grams of fat: 10 Grams of saturated fat: 5 Sodium: 270 mg Sugar: 10 g
Cheating note: Yes, this is a picture of a Timbit, but nutritional info is for a donut Calories: 230 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 3 Sodium: 200 mg Sugar: 15 g
Cheating note: Yes, this is a picture of a Timbit, but nutritional info is for a donut Calories: 240 Grams of fat: 5 Grams of saturated fat: 2.5 Sodium: 250 mg Sugar: 21 g
Calories: 250 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 2.5 Sodium: 210 mg Sugar: 24 g
Calories: 250 Grams of fat: 9 Grams of saturated fat: 4.5 Sodium: 200 mg Sugar: 15 g
Calories: 270 Grams of fat: 5 Grams of saturated fat: 2 Sodium: 230 mg Sugar: 31 g
Calories: 270 Grams of fat: 6 Grams of saturated fat: 3 Sodium: 260 mg Sugar: 24 g
Calories: 270 Grams of fat: 14 Grams of saturated fat: 6 Sodium: 320 mg Sugar: 16 g
Calories: 280 Grams of fat: 7 Grams of saturated fat: 4 Sodium: 250 mg Sugar: 24 g
Calories: 280 Grams of fat: 11 Sodium: 240 mg Calorie information via Inside Timmies.
Calories: 280 Grams of fat: 14 Grams of saturated fat: 6 Sodium: 320 mg Sugar: 19 g
Calories: 290 Grams of fat: 13 Grams of saturated fat: 6 Sodium: 320 mg Sugar: 20 g
Cheating note: Yes, this is a picture of a Timbit, but nutritional info is for a donut Calories: 300 Grams of fat: 11 Grams of saturated fat: 5 Sodium: 350 mg Sugar: 16 g Information obtained from Calorie Lab
Calories: 320 Grams of fat: 19 Grams of saturated fat: 9 Sodium: 230 mg Sugar: 22 g
Calories: 340 Grams of fat: 16 Grams of saturated fat: 8 Sodium: 220 mg Sugar: 29 g
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BeaverTails, or Queues de Castor in French, is a famous trademarked treat made by a Canadian-based chain of pastry stands. The fried-dough treats are shaped to resemble real beaver tails and are often topped with chocolate, candy, and fruit. These Canadian delicacies go hand in hand with skiing, and even gained White House recognition during U.S. President Barack Obama's 2009 trip to Ottawa.
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Believe it or not, Canada is the world's largest producer and exporter of wild blueberries, also known as "lowbush blueberries," mostly grown in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.
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Canadians can enjoy fresh oysters 12 months of the year. These famous little aphrodisiacs are plentiful on Canada's Atlantic and Pacific coasts, from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia to British Columbia.
"An apple a day keeps the doctor away" may be an old English saying, but this nutritionally perfect food is quintessentially Canadian. Some of the most popular domestic varieties are McIntosh, Cortland, Gala, Fuji and Golden Delicious. According to Agriculture Canada, apples were first brought over to the country by European settlers in the 17th century.
P.E.I. potatoes (such as Russet, White, Red and Yellow) are famous across Canada and around the world. Prince Edward Islanders have been growing potatoes since the late 1700s! Apparently they're superior because of the land's ideal growing conditions, including red, sandy soil that is rich in iron.
The Atlantic province of Nova Scotia is world-renowned for its tasty crustaceans. They have some of the most fertile lobster fishing grounds on the planet.
The popularity of Alberta beef might have been a little tainted by the unfortunate E-coli outbreak at XL Foods in 2012, but the province's AAA beef is considered among the best. Alberta is the cattle capital of Canada and according to the province's farmers, it has the fourth largest cattle herd in North America, behind Texas, Kansas and Nebraska.
You can call them the New York bagels of Canada, but Montreal bagels are often smaller and sweeter in taste. These O-shaped baked breads are paired deliciously with lox and cream cheese. Calorie-wise, bagels are equivalent to about three or four slices of bread, but you still might want to eat more than just one.
Arctic char is a freshwater fish species raised across Canada, in the Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and the Yukon Territory, according to Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Arctic char is a part of the salmon family, and looks similar to a salmon but is more genetically linked to trout.
Bannock takes its name from a traditional Scottish flat bread, adopted by North American Natives, including Canada's Innuit. It's recently received some gourmet treatment in the culinary world, as a focaccia-like substitute for sandwiches.
Yes, Kraft Dinner is also Canadian. This dorm room staple and processed-cheese masterpiece has been dubbed a Canadian classic. And really, if you haven't tried a bowl of the instant comfort food yet, we recommend skipping the milk and going straight for the butter.
No, it's not a "Saved by the Bell" reference. Screech is a type of rum made in Jamaica, and bottled and aged in Newfoundland. It has a storied history dating back to early trade between Newfoundland and the West Indian island (when salt fish was shipped to Jamaica in exchange for rum.) We hear it tastes like any other rum, but it has an awesome name, doesn't it?
Tourtière is a traditional spiced and savoury meat pie from Quebec, made with diced or ground pork, veal, or beef. This French Canadian delicacy is typically made around Christmas time, but eclectic foodies enjoy it all year round.
Very similar to blueberries (but a fascinating alternative), Saskatoon berries are native to the Canadian Prairies, British Columbia and Northern Canada. They're also rich in antioxidants and considered one of the world's "superfruits."
A "Double-Double" has become somewhat of a popular slang term for Canadians. It refers to a coffee with two teaspoons of sugar and two teaspoons of cream. How popular is it? In 2011, Tim Hortons even released a "Double-Double" flavoured ice cream.
Fiddleheads are curly, edible shoots of fern, often consumed in many provinces seasonally across the country. And like your mother always told you, eat your greens: Fiddleheads are high in potassium and vitamin C.
Canadian chain restaurant Swiss Chalet's rotisserie chicken and grilled ribs get a fair amount of attention, but there's always been something special about that secret sauce that people love to pour all over their food. What's in this sauce, you wonder? People have debated this point for a while and we're not exactly sure either. But we can assure you there are no milk, egg or fish products in it, (cue the vegetarian sigh of relief). But if you'e still not convinced, try making your own knock-off version.
Besides bagels, Montreal is also known for its kosher-style smoked meat. Schwartz's in particular has been using the same recipe of marinated spices and herbs in their smoked beef brisket for over 80 years. If you've never been, go early — the deli shop is usually packed with long line-ups.
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Kind of like jerky, pemmican is a type of dried meat often made from bison or moose. The meat is usually pounded into a powder and mixed with melted fat, berries and other edible bits.
Canadians drink more than nine billion cups of tea every year, according to the The Empire Of Tea. If you've ever visited a Canadian hotel or even spent enough time at your grandparents' house you've probably seen Red Rose tea bags. How Canadian is Red Rose? They even have a Canadian-blended version.
As controversial as it is, Canadian foie gras, particularly from Quebec, is a hot commodity. Foie gras, French for fat liver, is made of liver of a duck that has been through a process called gavage (force-feeding.) But some foie gras is made more ethically.
Oka cheese, a Quebec classic (named after the small village of Oka), is a semi-soft pressed cheese made with cow's milk. Oka's rind is often dark orange and has both a nutty and fruity flavour.
Sugar pie or tarte au sucre, is a common dish found in Quebec. These desserts are made with a flour pie crust and are often filled with butter, flour, cream and maple syrup. They can also be topped with fresh fruits and English cream. Check out this recipe from Canadian Living to make your own.
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Sourdough bread is particularly popular in the Yukon. But up north, sourdough is made both into flapjacks and bread. In fact, the territory even celebrates a Sourdough Rendezvous festival every year with a bread baking contest and winter activities.
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It completes your morning bowl of cereal, can quench thirst and is the perfect companion to chocolate chip cookies. Milk, dear readers, is an all around amazing drink. And grabbing a glass of the white stuff in Canada is unlike anything you'll be able to experience in many other countries. That's because there are no unnatural hormones in our dairy products (so concerns about negative side effects simply doesn't exist), and we serve the beverage in a plastic bag, which, frankly, is far more convenient and environmentally friendly than cardboard containers (the baggies can be reused as makeshift lunch bags!). (Photos Shutterstock)
9 time Canada was smarter than the U.S. Read the story here.
When Fox won a contract to broadcast the NHL in 1994 it decided people needed the puck to glow in order to be seen. This was stupid. As Canadians know you do not need laser to see a puck. You just need eyes. The stupidity of Fox's move was immortalized in a Molson Canadian commercial. FoxTrax was retired in 1998, around the time Fox gave up on hockey.
America's less-famous first Constitution included an invitation to Canada to join the U.S. It remained open from 1781 until the U.S. Constitution everyone knows was finalized in 1789. A 2004 poll from Leger marketing found just 7 per cent of Canadians were even vaguely interested in merging with the U.S. So obviously, Canada made the right call. America didn't learn its lesson. For proof, see the next slide.
While many historians have labelled the conflict a draw, we're not sure how repelling a foreign invader and then burning its national monuments qualifies. And it wasn't all because of luck or American strategic incompetence, although that played a part. Canada also outsmarted the U.S. on a number of occasions. Take the fall of Detroit, when a much smaller force of British soldiers, Canadian militia and First Nations fighters convinced American General William Hull to stand down by using subterfuge. British General Sir Isaac Brock's forces allowed fake letters to fall into American hands. The missives suggested the size of their aboriginal force was much larger than it really was. Militiamen were dressed in the uniforms of British regulars. Encamped troops built more fires than were needed and troops marched in and out of sight of the U.S. fort to create the illusion of a larger army. The result? Hull surrendered more or less without a fight. Brains over brawn for the win.
America has maintained a trade blockade of Cuba since the missile crisis of 1962. Canada, not so much. In fact, former Cuban leader Fidel Castro was enough of a friend of former prime minister Pierre Trudeau to show up at his funeral in 2000. While America may have had good reason for maintaining sanctions against Cuba during the Cold War, the fall of the Soviet Union has raised serious doubts about the wisdom of the ongoing policy. While a series of U.S. administrations have avoided angering Cuban expats in the electorally-important state of Florida by maintaining the blockade, they have also passed up trade opportunities that could greatly benefit both nations. On a side note, it's hard to imagine Canadian literary legend Mordecai Richler without his beloved Romeo y Julieta cigars. If Canada had joined the blockade it's possible nobody would have ever heard of Duddy Kravitz. Did we mention vacations in Cuba are cheap and beautiful? America, you're missing out.
While America has been involved in many dubious conflicts over its history, Vietnam is widely considered the nation's greatest military blunder. Despite being closely allied with the U.S., Canada managed to stay out of the conflict. In 1965, prime minister Lester B. Pearson even called for a cessation of bombing in North Vietnam, a move which is said to have angered president Lyndon B. Johnson. Nevertheless, Canada-U.S. relations were never seriously damaged over Vietnam. The period is an enduring example of how two allied nations can disagree and still remain friends.
Ten years after the U.S. invaded Iraq, it has become clear the war was something of a mistake. The rationale to invade was the presence of weapons of mass destruction that didn't exist and the management of the country after the invasion led to bloody sectarian warfare. Canada, despite heavy pressure from the U.S. and a commitment to Afghanistan, stayed out of the conflict.
While there are signs Canada is headed for a housing crash of its own in the second decade of the 21st century, it did manage to avoid the crisis of the late 2000s that brought America's economy to the brink of total collapse. Canada avoided many of the questionable lending practices that saw low-income families take on homes they simply couldn't afford. But while Canada avoided the out-of-control leverage that characterized America in the 2000s, Canadians may not have learned the larger lesson. Since the financial collapse, international and domestic observers have grown increasingly concerned Canada is headed for its own housing meltdown. The federal government has made it more difficult to get mortgages with long amortizations and discouraged banks from lending at ever lower rates in an attempt to cool markets. Whether these moves will be enough to allow Canadians to continue to boast of their financial crash superiority remains to be seen.
America's national debt stands at roughly $16 trillion and climbing. Canada's national debt is roughly $600 billion. Even after adjusting for the U.S. population being nearly 10 times that of Canada, it's clear which nation is doing a better job at keeping debt under control. The situation isn't an accident, but a result of policy. In this case, smart policy from Canada and a near total lack of policy from the U.S. In the mid-90s, Canada significantly lowered its debt-to-GDP ratio with stiff cuts. While the cuts slowed economic growth to a crawl, they were seen as necessary by the Liberal government of the period after Canada's credit rating was downgraded by Standard & Poor's and Moody's. While the drop in growth lowered tax revenue, nearly to the point of making the cuts revenue neutral, they did shift Canada's economic balance away from the public sector and toward private business, a change credited with fuelling Canada's subsequent economic success. The U.S., on the other hand, took the surpluses of the Clinton era and turned them into massive deficits during the 2000s. President George W. Bush's massive tax cuts, two wars and the financial crisis have left America with a dire financial situation its political system seems unable to address. America's status as the global reserve currency has kept its debt from becoming a lending issue, but almost everyone in the political class agrees something must be done. The bipartisan Simpson-Bowles report commissioned by President Barack Obama in 2010 called for a combination of revenue increases and cuts to alter America's debt curve. Since then, most Republicans have steadfastly refused to trade revenue increases for cuts, arguing that cuts to spending and taxes are the way to kick-start the economy. Maybe checks and balances aren't so great after all, eh? Maybe the Founding Fathers should have given the Westminster system and majority governments a shot.
It's almost universally recognized that campaign finance has become one of the most detestable aspects of America's political system. Congressmen, senators and presidential hopefuls now spend absurd amounts of time raising cash. The situation has gotten so out of hand that phone-banks are now available just steps off federal property in Washington D.C. so politicians can easily make calls to donors without violating federal regulations. The cost of the 2012 federal election campaign has been estimated at roughly $7 billion. But even calling it the 2012 campaign is a bit of a misnomer. Campaigning for president never really ends now. In contrast, Canada passed laws banning donations from corporations and unions and setting a low cap on personal donations in the mid 2000s. The Liberal and Conservative parties were both part of the legislative effort. Campaigns are much shorter than in the United States and there are fewer allegations of corporate lobbying. Which way of doing things sounds smarter to you?
Many Canadians will point to the fact that Superman has a strong connection to the Great White North, but we'd like to reintroduce you to the real thing. 'Survivorman', while it was on in the late 2000s, showcased Les Stroud, a gritty Canadian who shot his own show in snow, sleet, heat and rain with nothing but random household objects and a trusty knife. We like to think that in a country that's increasingly urban, the outback is still our domain. Les, he's the best of us.
It was the scream heard around the world, and has been imitated - although never duplicated - several times since. William Shatner, who in his own right is a great Canadian, uttered the famous scream 'Khaaaaannnnnnnnnnnn!' in a scene during 1982's 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan'. Was it the close up on Shatner's face or the fact he shook while he screamed that made it so powerful? Thirty years later, filmmakers and actors are still trying to outdo Shatner. But some things just can't be beat.
Overall, Americans can save 24 per cent if they buy their drugs from online Canadian pharmacies versus filling their prescriptions at home, according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. The study sought to find out why so many U.S. citizens have been taking advantage of the deep discounts north of the border, and the results showed dramatic savings across the board. "Forty-one of the 44 brand-name medications examined were less expensive in Canada." Canucks are proud of their health-care system and easier access -- in this case financially -- to pharmaceuticals. (Photo Alamy)
The debate on whether we should cut ties to the monarchy was all but quashed last year after the outpouring of pomp and pageantry -- in Canada -- around the royal wedding. Canadians embraced the nuptials as if Prince William was their own and turned out in droves to see the newlyweds during their cross-country tour last July. From trying to get Pippa's butt to putting in their two cents on whether Prince Charles deserves the throne, Canadians love their Queen and all of the gossip that goes with her. (Photo Rex Features)
Undoubtedly one of North America's natural wonders, the power and beauty of Niagara Falls never ceases to amaze, whether it's your first trip or 100th. Luckily for Canucks, the best place to view the falls is on the 'Canadian side'. That's right, busloads of tourists from around the world flood the observation areas near the falls in Ontario every day to snap the perfect picture for their Facebook profile. Do Americans bother to cross the border for the better view? You betcha. Just look out for the person using 'eh' at awkward times. (Photo Shutterstock)
About 56 per cent of Canadians have a passport while just 37 per cent of Americans do. While the majority of Canadians haven't been to countries like Azerbaijan, they do take pride in seeing the world and it's difficult to not run into a Canadian while travelling abroad. A story by TechCrunch claims more Americans have a Facebook page than a passport. Perhaps they prefer to view the travel photos of their friends online than to actually see sights for themselves... (Photo CP)
Canada limits corporate influence on our electoral process via spending limits on political donations and third-party advertising. The 2010 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down similar campaign finance laws in that country -- on grounds they violate the free-speech right of corporations -- poses a serious threat to democracy and the integrity of future elections in America. (AFP/Getty Images)
The soul of hockey isn't at the Hockey Hall Of Fame. Or the Air Canada Centre (sorry Leafs fans). It's in places like Windy Arm, Yukon where you can skate on ice clearer than your bedroom mirror in a setting that's straight out of Tolkien's Middle Earth.
Ours might be smaller and fewer in number but Canadian cities consistently rank above American cities on livability. In the most recent Mercer survey of livable cities, Canadian cities took 4th, 14th, and 15th place, while the highest-ranked American city was 33rd. (Photo Getty Images)
According to Forbes, Canada is the best country in the world to do business and it's not because of the climate. Chalk it up to a lower corporate tax rate, excellent infrastructure and a well-educated populace. The U.S. and Europe's recent economic woes don't help them either. (Photo CP)
Canada has greater social mobility. If you are born into the poorest 10 per cent, your odds of making it to the richest 10 per cent are considerably better in Canada than in the U.S. In other words, it's easier to realize the American Dream in Canada than it is in the U.S. (Shutterstock)
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When it comes to national anthems, we've always had a bit of an inferiority complex (the maple leaf is not a banner spangled in stars). But according to new research, our simple and quaint pro-Canuck ballad "O, Canada" is among the world's finest. We even trump the Americans and Brits. So what if you can't remember all the words? This is an anthem worth singing. (Photo Getty Images)
Having a baby is hard work. And many women around the world aren't given the amount of time off they deserve post-delivery. But here in Canada, the true north strong and free, a lady can take up to a full year of paid maternity leave (17 weeks at 55 per cent of their salary and an additional 35 weeks after that). This contrasts vastly with The United States, Papua New Guinea, Swaziland, Liberia and Lesotho who provide no type of financial support for new mothers. (Alamy)
Take a deep breath in... and slowly exhale it out. Do you smell that? You may not, but that's the scent of clean air flowing through your lungs. According to new research, Canada rates tops in air quality (meaning you can say "ta ta" to stinky smog and gross pollution. [Ed. Note unless you live in smog-heavy Toronto]). In fact, while the U.S. averages 18 micrograms of particulate matter per cubic metre of air, Canada averages only 13 micrograms. That also decreases our risk of developing bad air-induced health conditions like allergies. Now once again and all together now: inhale... (Photo Alamy)
This "fake" Heritage Minute says it all: on July 20, 2005, Canada's government passed the Civil Marriage Act giving same-sex couples the same rights and privileges as heterosexual pairings. The LGBT community can not only marry, they can also adopt children. We also host one of the largest Gay Pride festivals in the world in Toronto every June/July.
A decades-long U.S. trade embargo on evil 'Communist' Cuba means that that island's beaches and resorts have long been free of American tourists. Canadians, needing an escape from long winters have been flocking to the island for decades now. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Canada has also been a crucial trading partner of the island country. (Photo Getty Images)
Many people think Canada is a country of citizens who don plaid, beaver tails and fur all year round. (We also, obviously, live in igloos.) So thank goodness for Joseph Mimran, the fashion powerhouse who is behind one of Canada's biggest and most popular clothing exports: Joe Fresh. His bright, colourful and decidedly on-trend collections are showing the world what Canada has to offer sartorially (which is not limited to some hipsterish version of a lumberjack). (Getty Images)
Once a 44.5 kg weakling, The Great White North punches way above its weight class in the music world. A few decades ago, only a rare few Canadian musicians managed to establish international careers. But the rise of government funding for music and CanCon radio regulations supporting domestic tunes developed our homegrown scene until it was strong enough to lead a post-millennial Canadian Invasion. Nowadays we claim the world's biggest artists in almost any imaginable genre - Arcade Fire, Justin Bieber, Feist, Drake, Michael Buble, Deadmau5, Metric, Shania Twain, Celine Dion, Nickelback, Diana Krall, etc. Don't tell the Republicans, but we can thank "socialism" for all that money, money, money these musicians are making. (Photos By Getty Images)
Tell us why you think Canada is great. Is it a photo of your favourite camping spot, a Canadian you really admire, our weird obsession with hockey and cold weather? We're looking for your responses on Twitter with the #LoveCanada tag, Facebook, in the comments and via e-mail. We'll be collecting the best responses and featuring them on our site in the coming weeks. (Photo Getty Images)


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I wonder if Jesse finds out that WW killed Jane; or allowed Jane to die. Depending on how you look at it.
If he does you can add Jesse to the list of WW enemies.
I cant wait it just sucks that its the last season.
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I watched the episode titled "Fly" the other night. One of my favorite episodes. Question:
What do you think the fly (aka the contamination) symbolizes?
I think it symbolizes the consequences of WW's decision. Everything he has done has sunk him and his family deeper into danger/ contamination. The consequences appears to be minor-as small as a fly- and easy to deal with and swat away. But just like the way another fly appeared at the end of the episode, when you make bad decisions and you don't deal with them right that fly comes back threatening to contaminate the things you have cooking.
I've been catching up and re watching on train rides to and from work - just saw The Fly again not too long ago. For me the fly comes at a point where Walt finally realizes he's lost control, does NOT call the shots and beyond his abilities to do anything about... its been heading in that direction but he doesn't realize it till he's already underwater and his family is now affected.
He realizes he's got to regain control of everything, and he will, just have to deal with this little pesky mother****ing fly first....because as far as anything else he has no f-ing clue.
Prediction - show ends with the meth lab in the basement of the car wash... but more than likely there is no basement in ANY car wash so nevermind.
Gatorade me...*****!
Maybe I'm looking into it too much. But Gilligan is big on symbolism and deeper meanings than just what you see on the surface.
For ex., I still don't know what that pink, half burned stuff animal that fell from the airplane explosion means. It's got to mean more than just a casualty from a plane crash. They spent so much time showing it to us.

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Measures are being taken by the contractor to reduce the odor, and additional work will be rescheduled for a time when there are fewer people on campus.


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The Danville Police Department provides Danville Express with a record of its calls each week. This is a sampling, omitting the more mundane, such as routine traffic stops, service requests, noise complaints and domestic disturbances.
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So sad especially the hit and run......I see comments many wherein people are always thinking the criminals are from Oakland, and other places.I think folks around this area should understand that a lot of these crimes are committed by people right around here. It is sad but true !
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He's been all over everything we've run thus far. He know's Gilbride's MO and he knows that he runs the same stupid plays he's always run and that he never changes anything up.
Spag's was a crappy head coach but he's still a damn good D-coordinator, especially when he knows exactly what is coming.
Of course it doesn't help Eli is playing like a scared little girl again.
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Ray LaMontagne's debut, Trouble, left him compared favorably with the likes of Van Morrison in Rolling Stone -- and even covered on American Idol. But that album's follow-up Till the Sun Turns Black "asks a lot of the listener," he says. "I'll always be really proud of that record, for a lot of reasons, but I didn't want to ask so much this time." On Black he was the anti-Clinton: He wanted you to feel his pain.
On LaMontagne's new Gossip in the Grain (RCA), he's having a lot more fun. There are still plenty of songs that will rip your heart out and flay you bare (no one delivers a line more plaintively than Ray's "Why did you go?/Why did you go away?"), but things aren't as close to that whole sun-winking-out-and-the-world-made-ice thing. Maybe it's the revelatory voice of Leona Naess, who accompanies LaMontagne on two of his darker tunes, shining like the proverbial tunnel's end. Maybe it's the loose, one-take front-porch old-timey blues of "Hey Me, Hey Mama" and "Henry Almost Killed Me (It's a Shame)," songs that revel in the tradition of reveling in hard times. Maybe it's the simple and awe-inspiring exuberance of the R&B-fueled single and album-opener, "You Are the Best Thing," which puts LaMontagne in the place of Joe Cocker or Otis Redding as big-band leader.
Regardless, this third collaboration with producer Ethan Johns finally seems to fully deliver on LaMontagne's enormous promise as a songwriter and performer. It is an effortless flexing of muscles, LaMontagne sifting through genres without even seeming conscious of it.
"It's just another batch of songs, really," LaMontagne says. "I'm just doing the same thing I always do. I'm just writing songs and trying to trust my gut, that I'm making a record that's good, that will hold up."
Part of the album's coherence, despite its versatility, must surely come from the talents of LaMontagne's touring partners, bassist Jennifer Condos and guitarist Eric Heywood. They, along with Johns on most of the drum parts, teamed with LaMontagne's distinctive rhythm strum on the acoustic guitar to create (at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios, in Box, England), songs both atmospheric and raw, world-weary and wide-eyed.
A ukulele and classical guitar combine in "Sarah" to create a southern European vibe, like sitting in a villa watching a shepherd lead goats past the front door. It's tight fingerpicking and a rustling percussion: "Now I see just how young and scared I was ... Sarah, is it ever gonna be the same?"
Clearly, not, but he's okay with that: "Nothing lasts forever/Guess by now I should know."
The Black version of LaMontagne could never have released the stormy fun of "Meg White," a stomping and aggressive ode to the White Stripes drummer that's as much vamp as it is deadly serious. Except that it has this Beatles-sweet chorus at its heart, with an alternating pump organ and lilting backing vocals: "Some day I'd like to take a walk with you/Maybe take a walk down by the seaside." What a cool and manic piece.
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- Chapter 3: Related Title 18 Offenses
- Chapter 4: Criminal Investigations and Case Processing
- Chapter 5: The Federal Grand Jury
- Chapter 6: Pretrial Proceedings in Criminal Cases
- Chapter 7: Trial Problems
- Chapter 8: Civil Fraud Penalties
- Chapter 9: Litigating the Taxpayer Civil Fraud Case
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. The appeal confirms reimbursable loan instrument is legal
. None of the loans to Airbus prohibited
. None of Airbus' loans caused material injury to Boeing
. 90 percent of US claims rejected after appeal
. Time for Boeing to accept legal defeat and end masquerade
The World Trade Organization (WTO) report released today constitutes the final blow to the Boeing-sponsored myth that government support to Airbus somehow caused harm to Boeing. The WTO has now confirmed definitively that government loans are a legal instrument and that none of the government loans made to Airbus over the past 40 years were prohibited. It also reaffirms that, contrary to Boeing's repeated assertions, the subsidies did not cause any material injury to Boeing.
"It's time for Boeing to accept this legal defeat and end the masquerade. The WTO confirmation of the European loan system is a big victory for Europe," said Rainer Ohler, Airbus' Head of Public Affairs and Communications. "We see no significant consequences for Airbus or the European support system from today's decision, as the WTO has now fully and finally rejected most of the US claims. Therefore, the WTO findings are likely to require only limited changes in European policies and practices," he added.
The WTO Appellate Body rejected all of the arguments made by the US during the appeal and sided with the EU. The final result further improves on the already substantial rejection of US claims at the first stage in 2009 and now rejects 90 percent of all US claims. It also marks the end of the road for Boeing's quest to stop European government partnership with Airbus.
In particular, the WTO Appellate Body:
- confirmed that the European reimbursable loan mechanism is a legal and compliant instrument of partnership between government and industry,
- reversed the Panel's finding that three of the past government loans were prohibited subsidies, thereby finding that none of the past loans were prohibited,
- denied US claims that the full amount of a loan is a subsidy but confirmed that government loans to Airbus contain an element of a subsidy, the size of which depends on the interest rate,
- reversed the Panel's finding that government-built infrastructure used by Airbus in France constitutes a subsidy,
- reversed the Panel's finding that European R&T programmes caused harm to Boeing,
- chastised the Panel for incorrectly finding that Boeing lost market share in Brazil, Mexico, Chinese Taipei and Singapore,
- found that there was no possibility of future harm to Boeing in India,
- significantly limited the scope of the Panel's finding that Boeing lost market share in Australia, China, Korea and the EU.
These results came as no surprise to Airbus. The company has said throughout the WTO process that it expected the majority of Boeing's claims to be rejected.
Airbus noted that a separate case before the WTO has found that Boeing has benefitted from substantial illegal subsidies. That case is currently under appeal, with a final outcome expected later this year.


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Established in 1965, HAWS assists over 6,000 animals and welcomes more than 31,000 human visitors annually. As an "open admissions" shelter we lead the community in animal welfare and assure sanctuary for all animals in need, regardless of age, health or temperament. HAWS is a non-profit, entirely donor-fund organization with an active humane education program, and both wildlife and companion animal rescue services for Waukesha County.
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Are You Ready to Walk?!
Come celebrate spring with HAWS at our 31st Annual Pet Walk, sponsored by the Friends of HAWS!
Bring your dog, your kids - the whole family - and join us for this fun event held May 3rd at Sussex Village Park. There is something for everyone, with walking trails, great lunch items, vendors and, best of all, camaraderie with fellow pet lovers and their beautiful dogs. So if dogs make you smile, be sure to join us at this fantastic fundraiser for the animals at HAWS.
This year the Friend's group is raising money for a new HAWS' Animal Rescue vehicle. Money raised from this year's Walk will go towards both the purchase of this vehicle and the animals at HAWS. This vehicle will be on duty 24/7/365 in our community to assist animals in need. We transport sick or injured wildlife, and stray and abandoned or injured domestic animals, responding every day as needed to our Waukesha County communities. Each year we respond to over 1500 calls for help with animals in our surrounding communities.
There are so many ways you can donate! Make your own personal online fundraising page by going to the Walk page of our website, hawspets.org. Or, collect pledges, walk the trail and then turn the funds in at the Walk itself. Or simply join us, have lunch with us and make a donation.
There are many ways you can give and many ways you can enjoy the day! We'll see you May 3rd!
By the way - this Sunday is the day to see the transformation from fuzzy to fabulous! Extreme Makeover: HAWS Edition begins at noon!
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Bostonians! Power up your light sabers, because this Monday, actor Charles Ross is bringing his One-Man Star Wars Trilogy to the Coolidge Corner Theater for one night only. The show is a one-of-a-kind theatrical piece of intergalactic proportions, managing to distill all three films into a 75-minute extravaganza in which Ross plays all the characters, recreates the special effects, mans the ships, fights both sides of the battles, and even sings from John Williams's score.
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In watching the Baltimore game, I can't help but see similarities with Boldin and Nicks. Both are extremely physical and understand how to use their bodies to get separation, especially in jump ball/contested pass situations.
The only thing, Nicks is a more viable downfield threat, bc I feel Nicks has better downfield speed, and a bit more quickness. So how does that equate into signing Nicks long term? Well Nicks will be good even with age, similar with Toomer and how he was able to still be relevant into real old age in his case lol. Nicks gives us an awesome downfield/possession wr, which is similar to Toomer as well when toomer was younger. When Nicks loses a step or two over the years, he won't lose effectiveness.
I think thats a huge reason we gotta keep Nicks long term. Maybe more so than Cruz even.


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I just joined sewforum.com and they have section for lots of crafts not just sewing, and they are all organized by category. I like it a lot
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
I just joined sewforum.com and they have section for lots of crafts not just sewing, and they are all organized by category. I like it a lot
this is the only forum i am on and really enjoy it. if i was on another one
i wouldnt get any thing done. lol
i like to read other people's blogs, so I googled "quilter's blogs" and found a website called something like "what are quilters blogging about today" that has a snapshot of hundreds (thousands?) of blogs. I usually end up lost in there....I also have been on other forums, but return to quiltingboard.....It's my favorite!
i've found several other sites, but likewise, have dropped them, and just come here. this site is so easy to navigate. and so much info. anything you want. a lot , or a little. lurk or chat.
Over the years I have belonged to several sites, as some have folded. Right now, I visit this and another regularly. I am a part of a very active and friendly local guild as well, but being rather disabled, on-line is handier for me than in town. We are having an art auction and BBQ contest on Saturday in support of our local fair. It's a real shame that some quilting groups are not welcoming. Fortunately, most are.
she knows the difference between a reasonable question - with factual answers - and an attempt to "dis" our board or to advertise another. LOL
nhweaver asks a reasonable question.
so far, the answers have been factual, informative and respectful.
no demerits or detention slips necessary.
I Quilt, I Nap, I Quilt Some More ... Aaaaah, The Good Life!
I also have an eddres you can use if you need to contact me with questions or suggestions that relate to our community: email@example.com
This is the only one I have ever joined. Have never even tried to find any others.
I subscribe to other blogs, but this is the one I can't wait to read every morning. I confess, I'm a lurker. However, I have learned so much from reading the posts on this blog. I gotta admit, the folks around here are so helpful and are so very nice. I get more satisfaction here, than I do at my local guild. Thank you Quilting Board members!
I have signed up for a few others, but honestly have never visited them but the one time. This is home for me.
This is my one and only. I enjoy having morning coffee with all the quilters here and really soak up the wonderful advice. Learn alot............
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Hi guys,
This has probably been asked a million times, but how do you attach a visor to the helmet?
I have seen a photo of what looked like rivets holding it in place?
My helmet arrived today and it looks like the "T" is not straight so i was hoping that the visor will square it up once its installed but as its going to be under a bit of pressure, i need to fix it securly.
Any suggestions?


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Love for All, Hatred for None.
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When you travel, be sure to store your foods and drinks safely in the Koldfront 43 Quart 12V DC Portable Fridge Freezer (KF430). This freezer/fridge can be plugged into the car for convenience, andcomes with both AC and DC power cords. This portable fridge/freezer can hold a massive 43 quarts of food and drinks, which is great for holding snacks for the family on road trips or for camping or hiking.
Well-Insulated:The insulated interior allows you to feel safe knowing that your food will stay cold enough to eat for a long time
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Popular Motorcycle Racing Series Continues This Summer with Realistic Racing Engine, All Three Engine Classes
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (April 14, 2005) – Leading video games publisher and developer Namco Hometek Inc. announced today "MotoGP4," the latest installment in the acclaimed motorcycle racing series. Featuring realistic bike physics, licensed riders and motorcycles and adrenaline-pumping multiplayer races, the game promises to be the most complete motorcycle grand prix simulation ever. "MotoGP4" is planned for release exclusively on the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system in Q3 of 2005.
"MotoGP4" continues the series's tradition of realism and speed with an advanced physics engine, authentic rider animations and multiple weather conditions for a truly intense racing experience. Players can take part in the thrills and drama of professional racing across all three engine classes from the 2004 season, including MotoGP, 125cc and 250cc throughout 16 accurately recreated tracks from around the world. Boasting a larger selection of playable racing legends than ever before, "MotoGP4" lets players choose from greats such as Kevin Schwantz, Wayne Rainey, Mick Doohan, Wayne Gardner and the late Daijiro Kato. "MotoGP4's" commitment to racing realism extends beyond the tarmac -- allowing players to conduct parts tests between races to upgrade the performance of their bikes.
"Meticulously modeled after real-world motorcycles, riders and courses, 'MotoGP4' ranks in its own class when it comes to authentic racing on two wheels," said Yoshi Niki, Business Unit Director with Namco Hometek Inc. "The addition of all three engine classes adds a new level of enjoyment to the game, letting gamers test their passion for grand prix racing."
To truly capture the excitement of high-speed racing, "MotoGP4" allows up to four players to race via the PlayStation 2 Multitap.


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Some cancer screenings can be done yourself at home at essentially no cost or risk. This includes regular self-examination of the breasts, testicles and skin. Home fecal occult blood testing can also be done to screen for colorectal cancer. Additional information on cancer screening and self-examinations can be found on websites such as www.cancer.org or www.webmd.com.
Dr. Michael Milder is the lead investigator for the following clinical trials currently available at the Swedish Cancer Institute:
A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study to Compare Efficacy and Safety of Oral Azacitidine Plus Best-supportive Care Versus Best Supportive Care as Maintenance Therapy in Subjects With Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Complete Remission
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Open-Label Study to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of Pomalidomide, Bortezomib and Low-Dose Dexamethasone Versus Bortezomib and Low-Dose Dexamethasone in Subjects With Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma
A Placebo-Controlled Study of Oral L-glutamine and Pyridoxal-5-phosphate (Vitamin B6) for the mitigation of Velcade-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
The Patient Rating score is based on responses given during the CAHPS Patient Experience Survey.Responses are measured on a 10 - point scale, with 10 being the best score. These scores are then translated to a 5 - point scale in order to display results in a 5 - star rating.Comments are also gathered from the same survey and displayed in their entirety with the exception of any language that may be considered slander, libel or contain private health information, which will be removed prior to publishing the comments.


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When a hockey player steps into the puck, and rips a huge slapshot. Usually taken by big, burly D - man, the emphasis is not on skill but brute force. Best if the shot goes top shelf.
I thought that the guy was going to deke the goalie, but then he stopped and ripped a huge clap bomb top titty.
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If the phrase "April showers bring May flowers" has any cred, it might ring true with a new installation at Boston Sculptors Gallery. Opening April 23, Beth Galston's "LUMINOUS GARDEN (AERIAL)" is a glowing plant-like installation of several golden LED flower buds that spring from a nest of electrical wires on the ground, And, yes, you can walk through this garden, which resembles a sea of tangled roots with cast-resin acorn caps. As opposed to being rooted in the ground, the works appear to float, as if moving with the wind. The fauna to Galston's flora comes in the form of Lorey Bonante's "FLIGHTS OF FANCY," a collection of found objects cast in beeswax that resemble various animals and creatures. Men's bow ties are transformed into the wings of birds or bugs; yards of ribbon become man-made worms and other strange, naturally occurring beings. Galston's installation of light-powered petals, which is part of the 2009 Cyberarts Festival, is dedicated to the memory of her parents, both of whom have passed in recent months.
Also elegiac in nature is the Sert Gallery's "REMEMBERING ALBERT ALCALAY," a three-day exhibit of the artist's oil paintings and works on paper that marks the first anniversary of his passing. Alcalay, one of the founders of the Department of Visual and Environmental Studies (VES) at Harvard, was an Expressionist painter of sorts when he lived in Europe (where he was also a World War II concentration-camp survivor). His visual style changed dramatically upon his move to the United States in the 1950s, and it continued to change as the artist began to lose his eyesight in his later years. His works at the Carpenter Center are extremely colorful and expressive, recalling his visual understanding of America's urban environment — rich semi-abstract landscapes constructed of several different geometric shapes and colors. The painter, printmaker, sculptor, and etcher will also be remembered at the Harvard Film Archive on April 19 with a screening of ALBERT ALCALAY: SELF-PORTRAITS, a documentary about his creative process made by a handful of Harvard graduates.
"BETH GALSTON: LUMINOUS GARDEN (AERIAL)" + "LOREY BONANTE: FLIGHTS OF FANCY" at Boston Sculptors Gallery, 486 Harrison Ave, Boston | April 23–May 24 | 617.482.7781 orwww.bostonsculptors.com | "REMEMBERING ALBERT ALCALAY" at Sert Gallery at Harvard's Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 24 Quincy St, Cambridge | April 17–April 19 | 617.495.3251 orwww.ves.fas.harvard.edu |"ALBERT ALCALAY: SELF PORTRAITS" at Harvard Film Archive, 24 Quincy St, Cambridge | April 19 at 1 pm | 617.495.3251 orwww.ves.fas.harvard.edu
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The Pulaski Technical College Board of Trustees will meet in special session on Thursday, February 9, 2012, at 11 a.m. in the Private Dining Room in the Campus Center Big Rock Bistro on the main campus of Pulaski Technical College, 3000 West Scenic Drive, North Little Rock.
The board will meet with Dr. Mark Meadows of Chula Vista, California, a candidate for executive vice president and provost, at 11 a.m. Two other finalists for the position, Dr. Michael DeLong of Melbourne and Dr. Keith McClanahan of Searcy, are set to visit the college in March.
Following the luncheon, at approximately 12 p.m., the board will visit with issue campaign consultants to hear information regarding the types of services they provide. The board is in an information-gathering stage in preparation for a proposed local funding initiative.
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Rwanda Cup of Excellence® Competition - Part 2
We are mid-way through the Cup of Excellence competition here in Rwanda, and I wanted to take an opportunity to share some details of the event.
First, we are staying in a small lodge compound in Rwamanaga, a small, dusty town near the eastern edge of Rwanda. This is the biggest town in the area, but is still a pretty small place. My bungalow has a small florescent light hanging from the ceiling, a couple pieces of furniture, and a bed that is so small that I have to sleep diagonally in it to fit. I'm getting used to taking fast showers, as there is only cold running water. The "shower" is a tap with a spray head, over a basin set into the floor. No shower curtain, so by the time I'm done cleaning up there's basically water all over everything.
The lodge has a small restaurant with a lovely outdoor seating area. Every meal here seems to be about the same – a wide selection of starches (boiled rice, plantains, spaghetti noodles, French fries, or yams), meat (stewed chicken, beef, or goat), green beans and carrots, and mushroom soup. In the morning, breakfast is fried eggs, toast, margarine, and coffee.
We are right adjacent to the main highway, but because there isn't a lot of traffic, it isn't too noisy. But in the early hours of the morning (right now, it's about 5:00 am – the only time I can find to write) there's a lot of things going on that can keep a person from staying asleep. First, the mullah from a mosque in the neighborhood wakens us with calls to prayer at 4:30, 4:45, and again for the sleepyheads at 5:00 am. It's actually beautiful chanting, deep and resonating, but I think I could appreciate it more if it weren't so early. All of the farm animals appreciate the wake-up call, as the roosters, cows, goats, and birds – all sounding like they are right outside my window – start their day bright and early.
Next, I want to tell you a little about the competition. There are about 20 of us cuppers judging the competition. We started the week off with about 50 coffees from the different regions of Rwanda, which had been pre-selected by a jury of national cuppers. We have finished two days of cupping, and have narrowed the field to the top 20 coffees which we will be re-cupping today to select the top 10 coffees which will be the most sought after in the world-wide auction. So it's going to be an intensive day for us today, as our group's decisions will have a profound outcome financially for the winning farmers. In a country like Rwanda, the windfall money can be literally life-changing for some of these hard-working farmers.
I've enjoyed the cupping venue, which is in a brand-new coffee training and quality station just completed, located about 20 minutes from our lodge. The cupping room is pretty small for us, but we have 2 to 3 times as many people using it for this competition as it will normally ever have. It's solid and well-built, and will serve the coffee growers here in the Eastern Province well for many years after we leave.
I've enjoyed seeing a lot of other cuppers that I know, and getting a chance to meet many new ones from all over the world. The Cup of Excellence competition series is the only event in the world that brings so many coffee experts together for such an extensive cupping experience. It's truly a family.
I'm posting a few pictures I've taken on this trip – hopefully they will make it, as the Internet connection here at the lodge is as thin as a thread. I've only been able to get on-line twice since I got here. The Internet may not end in Rwamanaga, but I think you can see it from here!
I'll add more to this series about the Rwanda experience as I'm able to, even if it's from Portland after I get back.


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Women's Rights Made Leaps in 2012, Just Not in Canada
Glen Pearson | Posted 03.02.2013 | Canada Politics
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Progress for the world's women has proceeded in fits and starts in the past century, but 2012 saw some clear advancement on numerous fronts and in diverse locations. But while global advancements on gender issues were escalating, at home, in Canada, the record remains decidedly mixed. Canadian women are presently losing ground on everything from pay equity to childcare, from poverty to homelessness. Canadians must come to terms with the irony of witnessing the advancements of women's rights on a global scale while at the same time dealing with the reality that this country has been steadily declining in international rankings of gender disparity.


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(GunNews.com) The City of Nelson, Georgia has agreed to settle a Brady Center lawsuit against the Citys mandatory gun ownership ordinance.
Under the settlement, which the City Council unanimously approved, the City will amend the ordinance to say that the gun ownership mandate cannot be enforced and that there will be no penalties for non-compliance.
The ordinance as originally enacted on April 1, 2013 required all heads of households in Nelson, with certain exceptions, to own a working firearm and ammunition.
The Brady Center brought suit against the City on May 16, 2013 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, arguing that the ordinance violated the First, Second, and Fourteenth Amendments.
The suit was filed on behalf of a member of the Brady Center, who faced a $1,000 fine for non-compliance with the city rule.
Lamar Kellett, a Nelson resident and Brady Center member who opposed the ordinance, said, I am glad an acceptable solution has been reached and feel that those Nelson residents that wish to keep home protection a private matter will be pleased with this outcome.
The Nelson City Council voted 5-0 on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 to accept the settlement terms and add a clause to the Family Protection Ordinance, codified at Section 38-6, Chapter 38, Article I of the Code of the City of Nelson.
The amendment will say that the existing terms of ordinance are not enforceable and shall never be enforced and no disability, penalty or adverse consequence shall attach to any violation thereof because the Constitution protects the rights of Americans to choose not to own or maintain a gun in their homes.


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RE: st: Copy table--how to consistently get correct tab stops
David Radwin <firstname.lastname@example.com>
RE: st: Copy table--how to consistently get correct tab stops
Fri, 6 Jul 2007 11:06:15 -0700
I respectfully disagree with Tim on SPSS v. Stata on this matter. I used to use SPSS a good deal and still do occasionally, and while Stata is superior in almost every way, in my opinion SPSS is better able to create tables that are simple to copy and paste into Excel or Word for further formatting.
While Tim's technique of inserting text like "zzz" or converting paragraph marks to tabs might work to copy Stata tables, it still requires extra steps in Word or Excel that are not necessary with SPSS. To demonstrate what I mean, below are links to two files containing the crosstabulation of mpg by rep78 that I used as an example earlier. In each file, the first table was pasted from Stata 9.2 and the second was pasted from SPSS 11.0. The key difference is that in both Excel and Word, the SPSS table pasted correctly with no additional formatting while the Stata table incorrectly added an extra column. The SPSS table also has the nice feature of not breaking up the headings into two lines.
In my line of work (university administration), Excel and Word are the standard for creating and sharing data analysis (although these analyses are often converted to Powerpoint or PDF for the latter purpose). Pasting tables quickly, efficiently, and accurately into these programs is far more important than, say, providing correct standard errors for multinomial logit for a survey with multistage sampling.
In fact, copying tables is the main issue that prevents me from universally recommending Stata to my colleagues (as opposed to SPSS, SAS, or nothing at all). I wish this were possible from the standard -tabulate- commands, because most of my colleagues are not interested in learning -display- or -tabout- to get a properly formatted table into Word or Excel when they could do so more easily in SPSS.
At 9:47 AM +0100 7/6/07, Mak, Timothy wrote:
I don't use SAS so I cannot comment on SAS, but I have to say Stata is
far far more flexible in its output of nicely formatted tables than SPSS
can ever be. I don't use the Copy Table function, but what I do is I use
the -display- function to get the stats in exactly the format I want. Ok
I don't know how to generate a 'tab' in Stata, but instead of tab, I can
generate a funny piece of string, say "zzz" or something, and use copy
text in Stata to paste the whole thing in Word. Use Find/Replace to
change all the "zzz" to tabs, then use Convert text to table in Word.
Voila. Done! No need to fix up decimal places, change the order of the
stats, etc. Output is always consistent as long as you type your
-display- function the same way. Down side is, of course you need to
learn to write the -display- command, but the time saved will soon make
it worthwhile.
PS An even quicker way is to use paragraph marks instead of tabs, and
then just use Convert text to table in Word, and adjust the number of
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