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Sunday, February 16, 2014
Promoting Belief in a Clean Sport: a look at the results of the letsrun clean/dirty poll
What can we do with this information? Quite a bit, it turns out. We can look at the relationships between class, race, nationality, and beliefs about performance-enhancing drugs. We see that as a community we do have some degree of bias in these areas, but we also see that while these biases affect individuals; on the aggregate the beliefs of the community as a whole is not fundamentally skewed by any of these factors. Letsrun.com notes that the most important bias affecting the data is "familiarity bias." Those athletes we are most familiar with are the athletes we are least likely to hold in suspicion.
The most surprising aspect of the data to me was the percentage of voters who thought that athletes were clean. Except for known dopers (say, the East German athletes of the '80s or the Chinese women of the mid-90s), relatively small percentages of fans thought that world record holders were dirty. Take a runner like Daniel Komen, who in 1996 at the height of the EPO era, ran perhaps the most incredible distance performance ever seen. Only 39% of voters believe that Daniel Komen used performance enhancing drugs -- yet you can see underneath the youtube video that the comments are dominated by discussion of PEDs.
This data is surprising because I thought that as a community we were more cynical than the numbers show. To explain this, perhaps we can draw an analogy between beliefs around PED use and beliefs in high schools and middle schools about the use of recreational drug and alcohol. Studies have shown that high school students use drugs and alcohol at rates far beneath what those same students believe is happening in their school. In other words, high schoolers have far healthier attitudes towards the use of drugs and alcohol than they believe they have. One of the most successful drug and alcohol non-profits, Freedom from Chemical Dependency capitalizes on this difference, noting that if actual attitudes towards drug and alcohol replace mythologies about use, then peer pressure to use drugs and alcohol could be drastically diminished. They call this approach the "social norms" approach, and it's worth reading about.
Likewise, it is possible that as a community, track and field fans are more likely to believe that "everyone dopes"-- just as high schoolers believe "everyone drinks"-- but that as individuals, we are much more likely to be nuanced and evidence-based in our analysis. In fact, I think that the letsrun.com polls show just this: that track and field fans do not generally hold the view that to reach the top levels of the sport, it is necessary to dope. As individuals, in the privacy of our homes, we believe the sport is healthier than we do when we participate in public discussion.
What does this mean for the actual use of PEDs? I think that letsrun.com has done a service for us through this poll because they have shown athletes that if they do things the right way, a vast majority of fans will believe that they are running their times clean. They have also showed fans that if we choose not to be cynical, we are not alone in that choice -- and that in reality, despite appearances to the contrary, the dominant social norm in the community of track and field fans is not to believe that every amazing performance is the result of cheating. The numbers show that while there will always be people who question every performance, there are many more who are willing to believe.
In short, I find the data encouraging, and I hope that it motivates fans and athletes to continue to believe that incredible performance without PED use is possible, that a clean sport is possible, and that if we adopt an attitude of cynicism and disbelief, we are in the minority. The data shows that hope for a clean sport is not only possible, but a majority opinion. While this hope does not mean that we will have -- or do have -- a clean sport, I do not think it is meaningless. It ought to reinforce belief in our better selves and reduce our cynicism. An adjustment of our social norms can allow us to re-animate work on behalf of a clean sport and remind us that we are not alone in the fight.
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Family, friends express concern over missing Kalispell woman
KALISPELL, Mont. - Nicole Waller's sister, Carmen Keibler, tells NBC Montana she hasn't heard any updates since we last spoke with her on Friday.
Cami Ewalt, one of Waller's longtime friends, created a "Find Nicole Waller" Facebook page Saturday as a way to get Nicole's face and information out to as many people as possible. It's gained over 1,000 likes since then, and Ewalt said it's a blessing to have so many people reach out with their support.
"She is very tough, very strong. Very strong willed," said Ewalt of Nicole. "She went missing during the day. Somebody had to have seen something on Highway 2. It's a heavily traveled road for that oil crew. Her family wants her home."
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POP Montreal: Suzanne Vega at the Ukrainian Federation; Sept. 21, 2014Photos by Peter McCabe/ The Gazette. She did leave her biggest hits, Luka and Tom's Diner, as the inevitable climax to her set (before encores).
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This ad won Lilly an award, but more than that, it demonstrated an approach to a disease that is laudable. The company has received a lot of negative press recently because of its famous product Prozac, despite the fact that it has improved and saved countless lives. Its reputation has been tarnished by a rare association with disinhibition, and occasionally violence or even suicide.
Now that Prozac has a generic alternative, Eli Lilly's new drug for depression, Cymbalta, is a combination serotonin reuptake inhibitor—norepinephrine uptake inhibitor similar in many respects to the already successful Effexor. So Lilly continues to have a stake in the proper recognition and treatment of depression, and if the ad I presented to them is any indication, they have a forward-thinking insightful attitude toward this crucial disease.
The winner of two awards was Adams Respiratory Therapeutics, for Mr. Mucus. This jovial overweight frog-like droplet is the means by which the company advertises its expectorant, Mucinex. As with Lilly's commercial, here too the company is being informative even as it sells. Nasal mucous is tenacious, unpopular, not frequently talked about, at least in polite company. Like depression, an approach is needed that brings the problem—as well as the possible solutions—to public attention.
Mr. Mucus gives us a new way to think of mucous that is lighter, funnier, more engaging than the annoying problem itself. That's just what a clogged sinus needs.
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Medicare Plan G is a supplement very similar to Plan F. It offers great value for beneficiaries who are willing to pay a small annual deductible. As you can see below, Plan G covers almost everything that F does, except for the Part B deductible:
Medigap Plan G: A Small Deductible = Big Savings
Medicare Plan G, also called Medigap Plan G, is an increasingly popular supplement for several reasons.
First, Plan G covers each of the gaps in Medicare except for the annual Part B deductible. This deductible is only $183 in 2017. If you shop rates at Boomer Benefits, we can often find a supplement Plan G that saves quite a bit in premiums over Plan F, substantially more than $183. You pocket the difference.
Second, it has great coverage. For hospital stays, it covers all your hospital expenses. Most importantly, it pays the $1316 deductible that you would normally owe for any hospital stay.
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If you are just starting your research into Medicare supplements, you might also read what Medicare covers, before you choose which supplemental coverage is right for you.
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Holiday TV Schedule 2012: When To Watch Your Favourite Classics
If you're a sucker for holiday classics like "Rudolph," "Frosty" and "National Lampoons," starring those lovable Griswolds, then this truly is the most wonderful time of the year. The networks are running all of your festive faves in the days leading up to Christmas, so you'll be sure to get your holiday fill.
We know you're too busy hitting the malls and the endless parade of holiday parties to scour the TV listings to see when your favourite holiday movies and specials are on, so we've compiled this handy guide for you.
Whether you're partial to "A Christmas Story," "Bad Santa" or anything in between, we've got you covered.
Wednesday, December 12
"Holiday Festival on Ice," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
Thursday, December 13
"Mickey's Christmas Carol," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"Glee Christmas Special," Global, 9 p.m. EST/ PST
Friday, December 14
"Miracle on 34th Street," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"Rudolph," CBS, 8 p.m. EST
"Blake Shelton's Not So Family Christmas," NBC, 8 p.m. EST
Saturday, December 15
"Santa Claus is Comin' to Town," CTV, 7 p.m. EST/ PST
"Elf," CBS, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
Sunday, December 16
"Rudolph," CBC, 7 p.m. EST
"A Michael Bublé Christmas," MuchMore, 7 p.m. EST
"National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," CBC, 8 p.m.
"Rita MacNeil's Christmas Special," CTV Two, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
Monday, December 17
"The Santa Clause," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas," Fox, 8:30 p.m. EST/ PST
"Happiness is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown," Fox, 9 p.m. EST/ PST
Tuesday, December 18
"A Charlie Brown Christmas," ABC, 8 p.m. EST
"Snowbound," CTV Two, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"The Santa Clause 2," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
Wednesday, December 19
"The Polar Express," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"The Santa Clause 3," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"A Home for the Holidays With Rascal Flatts," CBS, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol," Global, 10 p.m. EST/ PST
Thursday, December 20
"Rudolph," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"Muppets Christmas: Letter to Santa," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown!" ABC, 8 p.m. EST
"CCMA Holiday Special: I'll Be Home," CBC, 9 p.m. EST
"Disney's A Christmas Carol," Global, 9 p.m. EST/ PST
Friday, December 21
"Citytv Carol Sing," Citytv, 7 p.m. EST
"Christmas in Wonderland," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"A Christmas Story," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
Saturday, December 22
"The Man Who Saved Christmas," CTV Two, 7 p.m. EST/ PST
"Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"Bad Santa," MuchMore, 8 p.m. EST
"A Chipmunk Christmas," ABC, 7:30 p.m. EST
"CMA Country Christmas," ABC, 9 p.m. EST
Sunday, December 23
"Frosty the Snowman," CBC, 7 p.m. EST
"The Sound of Music," CTV, 7 p.m. EST/ PST
"Deck the Halls," Global, 7 p.m. EST/ PST
"Frosty Returns," CBC, 7:30 p.m. EST
"Elf," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
"Candy Cane Lane," Global, 10 p.m. EST/ PST
"A Christmas Carol," CTV Two, 12 a.m. EST/ PST
Monday, December 24
"Disney's A Christmas Carol," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"Scrooge," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
Tuesday, December 25
"Frosty the Snowman," CBC, 11 a.m. EST
"Frosty Returns," CBC, 11:30 a.m. EST
"Queen's Message," CBC, 12 p.m. EST
"Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade," CBC, 12:05 p.m. EST
"Heartland Christmas," CBC, 4 p.m. EST
"Letter to Santa," Global, 7 p.m. EST/ PST
"The Polar Express," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
"Miracle on 34th Street," CBC, 8 p.m. EST
Wednesday, December 26
"Christmas on Chestnut Street," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
Friday, December 28
"Home for the Holidays," Global, 8 p.m. EST/ PST
Have a happy holiday, everyone!
Even the most diehard "Star Wars" collectors probably don't have this amazing book of "Star Wars" Origami yet. The meticulously crafted book shows readers how they can make their own starfighters, Death Stars, Darth Vaders and much, much more out of a simple sheet of paper. Nerdgasm!
Did we mention it comes with a Dragon Egg paperweight? It doesn't get much more awesome than that. Or does it? This weighty collection includes a ton of fascinating bonus features, including an interactive Guide to Westeros, character profiles, a rundown of The Night's Watch, a look at how the Dothraki language was created and even never-before-seen content that's marked by ... wait for it ...hidden Dragon Eggs!
There are four notebooks to choose from in this exclusive collection that coincides with the theatrical release of Peter Jackson's much-anticipated take on "The Hobbit." All of the notebooks are pimped out with an inscription of JRR Tolkien's "JRRT" monogram on the spine, and, best of all, a secret back pocket housing a map of Wilderland!
Now this is a gift that will appeal to TV nerds and, well, regular ol' nerds alike. It immortalizes the deliciously geeky catchphrase of "The Big Bang Theory"'s Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons), who frequently shouts it out after driving home a point or when someone falls for a practical joke.
All self-respecting cinephiles are fascinated by Tim Burton, and this visually stunning book gives an inside peek at how he operates. It chronicles how Burton brought the classic Gothic soap opera to life on the big screen, and is packed with concept drawings, production designs, interviews and never-before-seen photos from the set. It has some great shots of Burton, Johnny Depp, Eva Green, Helena Bonham Carter and Michelle Pfeiffer.
This illustration-rich book is packaged on a super-cool looking pedestal display -- with lights! -- and includes an audio intro by Admiral Hikaru Sulu (George Takei). Need we say more? If you still require more convincing, the volume meticulously chronicles everything from the first contact with the Vulcan in 2063 to the Romulan War of 2156 to the first 150 years of the intergalactic democracy.
If you don't watch "The Walking Dead" but are shopping for a mega-fan, know this: Daryl is the best. That's why his action figure appears to be pricier than less-coveted characters like Rick Grimes and Shane Walsh. After Daryl, the Michonne action figures are a pretty safe bet to please "Walking Dead" fans, too -- especially the models that come with her badass sword.
If you've read "Life of Pi," you're probably wondering how director Ang Lee could possibly bring it to life on the big screen. Well, this book gives readers an inside look at how he went about doing just that. It features over 275 stunning images, including production art, storyboards, sketches, stills and never-before-seen content. It also includes an intro and extensive interviews with Lee, and a ton of fun facts about the film's special effects.
If you have a "Deadwood" fan on your list -- particularly a "Deadwood" fan with a basement bar -- this old-timey sign is a slam-dunk. Who wouldn't want to channel their inner Cy Tolliver (Powers Boothe) and pay homage to the classiest watering hole in town? Ladies of the night not included.
Movie buffs will be panting over this unique collection, which includes cult classics "Fargo" and "Raising Arizona," as well as two lesser-known early works by the Coens, "Miller's Crossing" and "Blood Simple." Bonus points for the neat-o cover art featuring the movie tiles mapped out in a brain (to illustrate that they're "from the minds of the Coen Brothers").
As if the 70+ hours of "Dr. Who" wasn't enough, this beautiful set also includes a collectible 11th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver and the comic book, "Dr. Who At Comic-Con." The collection encompasses Seasons 1 - 6 featuring the 9th, 10th and 11th Doctors, plus hours of cool bonus features like three new "Doctor" specials that haven't been released on DVD before.
There are a lot of "Dark Knight Rises"-related releases leading up to the holidays this year, but you just need to take a look at this one's packaging to know it will impress your nerd the most. Why? Because it comes with a limited edition broken bat cowl. Look at the picture. See how cool it looks? 'Nuff said.


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Auburn Hills, Mich. – Chrysler Group announced its support and sponsorship of Independent We Stand, a nationwide movement of independent businesses that promote the importance and economic impact that small businesses make on their local communities.
Chrysler Group recognizes the positive impact that small businesses make not only within their community, but on the economy as a whole. With this in mind, Chrysler Group and its commercial dealer network, BusinessLink, are focused on providing the right combination of perks and programs that save small businesses time and money, thereby reducing total cost of ownership on their for-work vehicles, the company said.
In an effort to better service small businesses nationwide, Chrysler Group's BusinessLink dealer network has almost doubled in size over the last 15 months, growing to nearly 800 dealers today. These dealers are advocates for small business owners, providing free shuttles, first in bay service, no charge towing, free loaners on most vehicles, and dedicated sales and service personnel. This is in addition to cash allowances for graphic skins, upfits, no charge oil changes and new to the program Bosch Toolkits through the On The Job program.
Chrysler Group continues to identify and implement new and innovative programs to connect with and support small businesses, such as sponsoring Independent We Stand.
"The independent dealers who sell and service Chrysler Group vehicles are the foundation of our company, and our commercial dealer network is committed to helping small businesses stay on the road to success," said Michael Ring, head of small business sales and operations, Chrysler Group. "Whether you're buying one vehicle or fifteen for your business, we're going to go the distance to save you time and money, reducing costs to your bottom line."
"Chrysler Group's support of Independent We Stand will help both Chrysler's commercial dealers and the independent businesses who rely on them for their transportation solutions to build a bigger voice in the small business community," Ring said.
"The support of national manufacturers such as Chrysler Group and STIHL Inc. make our work to help independent businesses possible," said Bill Brunelle, executive director of Independent We Stand. "Our free resources for small businesses help thousands of restaurants, retailers, landscapers and more promote the value they bring to their communities. We're excited about this sponsorship and thrilled about the support Chrysler Group is providing to the buy local movement."
Chrysler Group's BusinessLink dealer network and Independent We Stand created a video that states the facts and figures about small businesses and their impact. View the video with this link.


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Buttermilk gives a pleasant tart flavor to biscuits. These are best served right from the oven, but to simplify last-minute preparations you can form the biscuits several hours ahead and refrigerate until you're ready to pop them into the oven.
Nutrition Profile:
Healthy Weight
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Serves 20
Prep Time 25 min
Total Time 45 min.
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or coat it with cooking spray.
Step 2
Stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Cut in cream cheese and butter with a pastry blender or two table knives until pea-sized lumps form. Gently stir in buttermilk with a fork. Gather the dough into a ball.
Step 3
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Step 4
Brush tops with milk. Bake until the tops are lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool slightly before serving.
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Hepatitis C Treatment: What a Liver Transplant Means for You
Let's Hear a Cheer for the Liver!
Let's Hear a Cheer for the Liver!
What is your largest internal organ? Your liver. The heart, colon, and brain seem to get more press. But the liver is truly the unsung hero in the human body. Your liver's hundreds of vital functions include filtering toxins you breathe and eat, storing sugars and vitamins your body needs for energy, and helping your immune system prevent and fend off infections. You can't survive without an efficient liver. But hepatitis C threatens your liver health.
Hepatitis C Is a Serious Threat
Hepatitis C Is a Serious Threat
The liver produces a fluid called bile that is essential for digestion. Hepatitis C virus (HCV) can damage bile ducts, compromising delivery of nutrients to your intestines. Over years, HCV's chronic damage leaves scar tissue that blocks blood flow through your liver.
Medications aim to slow scarring of liver tissue, lower viral inflammation, and prevent cirrhosis, which occurs when the liver becomes scarred and functions poorly. If medications don't work, you may need to talk to your doctor about a liver transplant.
Considering a Transplant: What Your Doctor Needs to Know
Considering a Transplant: What Your Doctor Needs to Know
Your hepatologist, infectious disease specialist, or gastroenterologist will determine if you are a candidate for a liver transplant. To choose liver recipients, doctors consider a patient's current medical tests, health history, and support system. They want to be confident your immune system, heart, and lungs are strong, and that your postoperative care is in place. Your doctor and the transplant center team want your body to have the best chance of accepting the new organ.
Considering a Transplant: What You Need to Know
Considering a Transplant: What You Need to Know
A liver can come from a recently deceased person or a living donor. In fact, most organ donations are from deceased people. In the case of a cadaver donor, the patient receives a whole, healthy liver.
If liver tissue comes from a living donor, doctors remove and transplant just part of the donor's liver. Because liver cells regenerate, both you and your donor will eventually have whole, functioning livers. If your donor is living, your operations would occur simultaneously.
Ask how long you might have to wait for a transplant and how to keep your liver functioning as effectively as possible until your transplant.
More Questions to Ask
More Questions to Ask
You'll have plenty of questions to ask your doctor about your transplant surgery. Some questions you should ask are:
- What lifelong medications will I need to help my body accept the new liver?
- What are the side effects of the operation?
- What is the best way to prevent infection?
- What is a realistic recovery time?
- What can I expect to happen at the transplant center?
Another important question to ask is: How does my hepatitis C affect my survival chances?
What Is a Successful Transplant?
What Is a Successful Transplant?
A successful organ transplant allows you to live longer than your diseased liver would have allowed. For how long and with what quality of life? These unknowns depend on many factors, including your age and overall health. Because each case is different, predictions are difficult.
Your doctors' goals will be to increase transplant quality and decrease how many you receive. Your cooperation by not drinking alcohol, by taking extra care not to invite infection, and by taking prescribed medicine is essential.
Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, and Liver Transplants by the Numbers
Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, and Liver Transplants by the Numbers
Most liver transplants in the United States are due to cirrhosis caused by hepatitis C. In the U.S. 3.9 million people are infected with the hepatitis C virus, and nearly 70 percent of them experience chronic symptoms. Seven percent of chronic hepatitis C patients, or about 189,000 out of the 3.9 million, experience cirrhosis.
The numbers also show that most often, the hepatitis C virus reinfects patients after their operation.
How Much Time a New Liver Might Give You
How Much Time a New Liver Might Give You
Some have reported that liver recipients can live normally for over 30 years after their transplant. Generally, about 72 percent of patients who receive livers from deceased donors live at least five more years. In the case of a living donor transplant, which often means a shorter wait, 78 percent of recipients live at least five more years, according to the Mayo Clinic.
One study showed that in recent decades, as medical science has introduced new drugs, survival rates have increased. The study found that as many as 48 percent lived 18 years with a new liver. Recurrence of hepatitis C did compromise life expectancy, but only after the five-year mark.
Taking Care of Your New Liver
Taking Care of Your New Liver
In order to maintain quality of life, you should avoid infection, follow anti-rejection procedures, and change your lifestyle. Your medical team will recommend how best to do this. Make sure to keep follow-up appointments with your transplant team and primary doctor so that they can monitor your new liver's efficiency.
Although a liver transplant is not a cure for hepatitis C, it can prolong your life. Statistics and science are on your side, especially if you do your part!
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I am glad to learn that John Boehner wants to join with the president and initiate bombing some place in the world. I assume if there is anyone in America who understands the process of bombing and war it is Mr. Boehner. This man is an expert in fighting for things that can never be attained. After all, he has led 37 campaigns to end the thing known as Obamacare and he is still determined to get rid of this horrible law that seeks to provide people with health insurance. So, who is better at leading the fight against Bashar al-Assad? John is a determined man and he will stay in the battle until he is completely defeated. Frankly, I am somewhat confused that John is against Bashar. Bashar is against ordinary people, Bashar is for the military and just about all of his friends are wealthy folk.
Upon reflection, the Tea Party would be more comfortable with a good solid man like Bashar than some black dude from Africa. How about the Republican party agreeing to aid President Assad in exchange for his support in defeating the Affordable Care Act. Bomb the White House and destroy the Number One tyrant in this world-Barack Obama and his Gestapo world of forced health care! Turn the missiles around and aim at the White House. John, please be our savior. Just remember, the 55th time voting against Obama care might be the winning number!


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1. Preseason in ... Wigan
It's good to see the Warriors are building an alliance with their Super League namesakes but the idea of a preseason game against Wigan is hard to understand. Flying 30 hours to play in Lancashire in freezing mid-February is hardly great preparation for an NRL season while bringing Wigan here would also be questionable, as they surely wouldn't be a bigger drawcard than any NRL team. What about just building towards one day winning the premiership, which then entitles you to play in the World Club Challenge before the season?
2. Tiddlywinks or netball?
For once, the tired cries that league is turning into tiddlywinks may have been justified. For the second straight game in this year's series, State of Origin was overshadowed by fisticuffs, or, in this case, a lack thereof. Straining to appear tough on fighting in the sport's showpiece, referees Shayne Hayne and Ashley Klein rendered Wednesday night's second game a farce.
The 11 v 11 contest which resulted from the second-half "brawl" also prompted Sonny Bill Williams to tweet: "Seriously? This ain't netball!" Another fight and identical sanctions, however, and it very well could have matched the non-contact sport in numbers.
3. And justice for all
Even if the offences did not warrant the punishment, it was strangely satisfying to see the men in the middle brandish the yellow cards. Unlike in game one, when Paul Gallen was placed on report and later banned for a club match, the participants in the Origin melee were sanctioned on sight. Surely if a player offends it is hardly helping the wronged opposition when the player is suspended for subsequent games. Instead of the transgressor potentially injuring an opponent, forcing him from the field and still being allowed to play on, justice is better served using the bin.
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The Warriors face the Broncos on Sunday. After playing them in their inaugural match in 1995 (a 22-25 loss) the Warriors endured six seasons without a win against the Queensland outfit. Since the breakthrough win in 2001 the ledger has evened up considerably, with 12 wins in 22 matches (55 per cent) to the Auckland side.
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"You abide by the rules and still get punished - I don't understand," said NSW second-rower Greg Bird, wallowing in self-pity after his sinbinning in game two of the State of Origin. "I tried to break the fight up and still somehow got 10 in the bin for not even throwing a punch. I should have just unleashed, I would have got the same penalty ... an apology would be nice because I didn't break the rules."
Although it looked harsh, it's hard to feel much sympathy for Bird, generally recognised as one of the dirtier players in the NRL with an extremely chequered history. Bird's claim that he was just running in to "break the fight up" is about as believable as Kevin Rudd's "changed man" soliloquy yesterday.
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The pick of the round 16 games will come on Monday Night Football when the Roosters host the Sea Eagles. With the Rabbitohs expected to bank another two points against the Raiders tonight, only one of the Sydney or Manly sides will remain within touching distance of the pacesetters. Fullback Brett Stewart should be fit for the visitors after a couple of months on the sidelines with a chipped bone in his back, while the star-studded match-up will be completed by SBW, who is likely to return to a roving role.


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Cold Case FIles: Tiffanny Sessions
There are many cold case investigative crime shows on television. Some feature well known actors and storylines that are the work of writers. Other shows feature real crimes and re-enactments of what is believed to have happened to a victim.
TV 20's Paige Beck has an ongoing special report on North Central Florida cold case investigations showing us that a case may be considered "cold," but investigators are still working for that break to heat things back up.
What happens when a crime has happened to a member of your family. It is no longer entertainment. It is reality. And sometimes the case is not solved in an hour or years, turning it from hot to cold.
Alachua County Sheriffs Office's Lt. Jack Jacobs says, "Some people in this world really care about her (Tiffany Sessions). I know we all do."
University of Florida student Tiffany Sessions has now been missing for 20 years. Her case remains unsolved.
Alachua County Sheriffs Deputies and Gainesville Police officers, who are cold case team members, still have hope for the Sessions case and the others that are waiting for that big break.
Lt. Jacobs says, "Somewhere, somebody knows and generally speaking suspects always talk."
Lt. Will Halvosa of the Gainesville Police Department says, "It may be be a small piece of this puzzle but it would be invaluable in opening up this case."
Investigators often get that break in a case when an unwilling witness turns willing due to a change in relationships.
Lt. Jacobs says, "With cold cases people get divorced. Girlfriends and boyfriends break up or family members have a falling out and those allegiances are lost."
As detectives work to find new clues by talking to witnesses, technology also works in their favor.
DNA can be pulled from a 30 year old blood-stained shirt or DNA from an old rape case can match a sexual offender now found in a nationwide database.
Cold cases are part scientific and part old fashioned shoe leather. Cpl. Patty Nixon of the Gainesville Police Department says, "It's really basic detective work"
ACSO's Detective Robert Dean says, "Basically, I start the investigation from point zero" For family members, that "point zero" often describes the feeling from the first day of the crime. A cold case investigation brings hope that their loved one's case will be solved. They are not alone in their hope.
Cpl. Nixon says, "I just cant wait if we do make a break and tell them we have something on their case" Which is something Tiffany Sessions' family is still waiting to hear. Tiffany's mother, Hilary Sessions, says, "If there's a clue that looks like it may be something you're on a high. Thinking you're going to have a resolution to the case and when it doesn't work out you're in a deep depression."
If you have information on this, or any other unsolved crime, please contact the authorities below:
Gainesville Police Department: Criminal Investigation Unit 352.334.2470
Cpl. Patti Nixon, Gainesville Police Department
Alachua County Sheriff's Office: 352.367.4000
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The decision by the trustees of Columbia University to abolish the practice of ranking students according to their standing in their class represents a fundamental, long-overdue educational reform.
April 05, 1967
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Lincoln's Personal Life HTML version
Unsatisfying Recognition
Lincoln's career as a Congressman, 1847-1849, was just what might have been expected--
his career in the Illinois Legislature on a larger scale. It was a pleasant, companionable,
unfruitful episode, with no political significance. The leaders of the party did not take
him seriously as a possible initiate to their ranks. His course was that of a loyal member
of the Whig mass. In the party strategy, during the debates over the Mexican War and the
Wilmot Proviso, he did his full party duty, voting just as the others did. Only once did he
attempt anything original--a bill to emancipate the slaves of the District, which was little
more than a restatement of his protest of ten years before--and on this point Congress was
as indifferent as the Legislature had been. The bill was denied a hearing and never came
to a vote before the House.[1]
And yet Lincoln did not fail entirely to make an impression at Washington. And again it
was the Springfield experience repeated. His companionableness was recognized, his
modesty, his good nature; above all, his story-telling. Men liked him. Plainly it was his
humor, his droll ways, that won them; together with instant recognition of his sterling
"During the Christmas holidays," says Ben Perley Poore, "Mr. Lincoln found his way into
the small room used as the Post Office of the House, where a few genial reconteurs used
to meet almost every morning after the mail had been distributed into the members'
boxes, to exchange such new stories as any of them might have acquired since they had
last met. After modestly standing at the door for several days, Mr. Lincoln was reminded
of a story, and by New Year's he was recognized as the champion story-teller of the
Capital. His favorite seat was at the left of the open fireplace, tilted back in his chair with
his long legs reaching over to the chimney jamb."[2]
In the words of another contemporary, "Congressman Lincoln was very fond of howling
and would frequently. . . meet other members in a match game at the alley of James
Casparus. . . . He was an awkward bowler, but played the game with great zest and spirit
solely for exercise and amusement, and greatly to the enjoyment and entertainment of the
other players, and by reason of his criticisms and funny illustrations. . . . When it was
known that he was in the alley, there would assemble numbers of people to witness the
fun which was anticipated by those who knew of his fund of anecdotes and jokes. When
in the alley, surrounded by a crowd of eager listeners, he indulged with great freedom in
the sport of narrative, some of which were very broad."[3]
Once, at least, he entertained Congress with an exhibition of his humor, and this, oddly
enough, is almost the only display of it that has come down to us, first hand. Lincoln's
humor has become a tradition. Like everything else in his outward life, it changed
gradually with his slow devious evolution from the story-teller of Pigeon Creek to the
author of the Gettysburg Oration. It is known chiefly through translation. The "Lincoln
Stories" are stories someone else has told who may or may not have heard them told by
Lincoln. They are like all translations, they express the translator not the original--final
evidence that Lincoln's appeal as a humorist was in his manner, his method, not in his
substance. "His laugh was striking. Such awkward gestures belonged to no other man.


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Margit Averdijk <email@example.com>
st: xtmepoisson and xtmelogit error messages
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Dear Stata-list,
I am estimating a growth curve model based on unbalanced panel-data with 6 waves of data. The dependent variable is victimization, and age is the sole predictor variable. There are 17 different age cohorts and models are estimated for each age cohort separately.
Some information about the data: the victimization variable counts the number of victimization events and is highly skewed with about 96-98% being zero, 1-3% being one, and less than 1% being 2 till 9. Every cohort contains around 1000 persons. I would like the model to contain a random intercept and random slope.
When I estimate a linear model using -xtmixed-, the results seem logical and consistent, but since the dependent variable is a count and contains many zero's, I also estimated poisson and logit models. The code I used is as follows (id being the unique identifier for a person):
xtmepoisson victimization_count age || id: age, cov(unstr) mle variance
xtmelogit victimization_dich age || id: age, cov(unstr) mle variance
For the poisson model I get highly illogical and inconsistent results, and for most age cohorts I get error messages such as 'flat or discontinuous region encountered', 'discontinuous region with missing values encountered', 'initial values not feasible' and 'Hessian has become unstable or asymmetric'.
For the logit model I get the same error message for each age cohort: 'initial values not feasible'.
Does anyone know what is going on and if there are any solutions? Any suggestions are more than welcome.
Many thanks,
Margit Averdijk
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Victoria Beckham's 37th Birthday Family Fun
Stepping out to celebrate her 37th birthday, Victoria Beckham was spotted at the Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills yesterday (April 17).
Joined by her husband David, sons Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz, and her parents Jackie and Tony, the Posh singer/designer looked to be having a marvelous time.
And though she has a lovely home in Los Angeles, Victoria is rumored to be eyeing a move back to Mother England.
Though friends say they haven't made a decision yet, Victoria and David are said to be keen on relocating across the pond for the birth of their baby girl and are looking for a home that's "more secure."
Enjoy the pictures of Victoria Beckham celebrating her 37th birthday with the family at the Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills, California (April 17).
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"This is important…they're going to take you." These simple words set in motion the first true guilty pleasure film of 2009. After his 17 year-old daughter (Maggie Grace) is abducted while on vacation in Europe, Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) has only 96 hours to get her back. After that time his daughter will be lost to him forever. Bryan must use everything he has learned from years of government service to aide him as he delves deeper into the criminal underworld of Paris.
The movie sets the stage early to let you know that Neeson's character has spent his entire life doing this type of thing. So it does not come as a shock to see Bryan disposing of the various bad guys with his bear hands. While there is a lot of Luc Besson's trademark action, the movie gears it more toward Neeson's age. He does not drive cars off cliffs onto boats. Nor does jump off of highways onto trucks below in order to chases the criminal etcetera. Instead you actually see him get winded while running. Most off his fights are quick hand-to-hand combat, or shootouts. The villains actually fight at the level you would expect them to. The goons throw punches and/or reach for their guns. The people near the top of the food chain are more business minded, and do not engage Bryan physically at all. Most American films would have had St. Clair and/or the Sheik go toe to toe with Bryan (ala the main villain in Quantum of Solace). Also, due too his experience and age, Mills spend most of his time taking in the fine details of everything. He never goes barging into a situation without first figuring out a course of action. Obviously he doesn't have time to plot out elaborate traps like MacGyver, but he does not go into situations guns blazing either. He is often forced to leave that way though. The dinner scene is a perfect example of this.
I liked that the film tried to keep everything somewhat realistic, or at least as realistic as you can get with this genre. While I may not let my 17 year-old daughter travel across Europe with a friend, there are those who would. The fact that young women from all over get abducted and forced into the sex trade makes the premise easier to buy into. I also liked the fact that there was no real main villain. Pretty much everyone remotely associated with the sex trade network was consider on the same level. While the movie will never be considered a cinematic treasure, it was far more entertaining than I thought it would be. It will definitely make my guilty pleasure list at the end of the year.
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We host an ongoing series of meetings and events to exchange timely and useful information on all aspects of doing business in the defense and homeland security marketplace. We schedule briefings with members of the region's Congressional delegation. We promote new business and professional development as well as networking opportunities.
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Orzalli, a 1978 U.S. Naval Academy graduate, succeeds Paul Serotkin as President of the NDIA/New England Chapter. Orzalli served aboard nuclear submarines and in senior administrative leadership roles during his 34-year naval career. He joined the NDIA/New England Board in 2014.
"I am honored to assume this role with NDIA's New England Chapter," said Orzalli. "Under Paul Serotkin's leadership, the Chapter has grown immensely in its impact and value for our membership. My vision is to see the Chapter strengthen government-industry partnerships in the New England area and create a closer alignment with NDIA national HQ.
"We are working on a slate of events that will cover the interests of our diverse membership, which includes small and large businesses, research and academic institutions and service providers," Orzalli added. "In addition, I want to take advantage of the unique innovation ecosystem that exists in our region, by reaching out to companies and participating in events and activities that have technologies and capabilities that have not traditionally been applied within the defense industry."
Also elected to join NDIA/NE's Board at its September 23 meeting were new Directors:
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Which part(s) to change when engine shakes at startup?
So I've been getting few required maintenance repairs done on my 2006 WK Jeep and I've noticed when I turn the key at startup, it does not feel as smooth as It used to, kind of like a bad crank, as if the engine shakes a bit...
What would you check/change if this happened to you?
In the last 2 months, I've replaced the PVC, cleaned the throttle body and IAC valve, flushed/replaced the engine coolant, changed the transfer case fluids, changed the differential fluids, at 125k miles, what would you attacke next?
I'm looking to change the serpentine belt and tensioner, brake fluid and power steering fluid next as well...
Re: Which part(s) to change when engine shakes at startup?
I see you have a 4.7 they are know to have carbon problems. Run a can of seafoam through it, it has helped me twice
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Mick Foley officially announced as Hall of Fame inductee: After the news was prematurely leaked by the New York Post, WWE.com have confirmed that Mick Foley will lead the pack of this year's WWE Hall of Famers. "The beloved WWE Superstar who famously hitchhiked from upstate New York to MSG to watch his boyhood hero Jimmy Snuka battle Don Muraco in a Steel Cage Match is the first inductee announced for the Class of 2013." The Hardcore Legend responded to the announcement on Twitter, writing: "Being inducted into the @WWE HOF, especially in The Garden, a place that has meant so much to me, will be an amazing honor and experience." Shortly before the announcement was made Foley spoke with Arda Ocal about who he'd like to induct him: In other Foley news the upcoming "For All of Mankind" DVD will be released on 4/16. ___________________________________________________________ WWE release Trent Baretta & Buggy Nova: WWE have released NXT wrestlers Buggy Nova (Diva who worked as Skyler Moon) and former main roster star Trent Baretta. More releases are expected from now until Wrestlemania. Nova who earned a lot of respect on the Californian Indy scene was highly touted when she came in to the company, but has been used sparingly after going through an eating disorder. Baretta was sent back to developmental after his Dudebusters partner Caylen Croft was released and has not been given a break since. He wrote the following on Twitter: "So fired right now. Just wanna say thanks to everyone. WWE, all the good brothers, and fans. Thanks." Baretta is already taking Indy bookings. ___________________________________________________________ WWE issues fun facts ahead of Raw: WWE.com issued the following facts about Raw ahead of Monday's 20th anniversary… Monday Night Raw made its cable television premiere on January 11, 1993 and is the longest running weekly episodic program in U.S. primetime TV history by number of original episodes. Other scripted television shows that have celebrated significant milestones include: The Simpsons (24 seasons), Gunsmoke (20 seasons), Law & Order (20 seasons), Lassie (19 seasons), ER (15 seasons) and Bonanza (14 seasons) When Raw debuted on January 11, 1993: o A gallon of gas was $1.11, a dozen eggs was .87 cents, movie tickets were $4.14 and stamps were 29 cents o The #1 movie in the U.S. was A Few Good Men o The #1 song in the USA was I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston Monday Night Raw has aired 1,024 episodes and 2,089 broadcast hours Raw has been viewed 4 billion times by people in the U.S. over the past 20 years As the largest traveling cable television show, filming episodes 52 weeks a year, WWE has logged more than 700,000 miles in North America traveling to broadcast Monday Night Raw In 2012, if a fan in a Toyota Corolla wanted to take a road trip to see every broadcast of Monday Night Raw in North America, he/she would cover approximately 46,763 miles and it would cost approximately $4,796.55 in fuel Since 1993, WWE has served Superstars, Divas and crew at Raw approximately 169 tons of meat, 51 tons of potatoes, 8,000 cases of vegetables and 500,000 cookies New York City (27) has hosted the most episodes of Monday Night Raw followed by Cleveland (18), Atlanta (17), Boston(17) and Chicago (17) 12 production trucks, 8 crew buses, 5 talent buses, 2 television trucks, 1 satellite truck and 1 generator truck are used each week to broadcast Monday Night Raw To put on a show each week, the production utilizes 33,000 feet of cable, 79,872 individual bulbs in the HD set, 2,800 pieces of pyro, 12 cameras and 48 speakers In the show's 20-year history, 17 World Championship triumphs have taken place on Monday Night Raw with Stone Cold Steve Austin winning 3 titles and The Rock and Triple H winning twice. ___________________________________________________________ December 11, 2013, WWE Superstars Results: This week's episode of WWE Superstars saw the following exclusive matches… - The Miz def. Tensai with the Skull Crushing Finale. - Brodus Clay & Zack Ryder def. The Primetime Players after O'Neil took a Rough Rider and Big Splash.
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Golden Cowrie Range
Fast Facts
- Type:
- Invertebrate
- Diet:
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- Size:
- 4 in (10 cm)
- Did you know?
- Ancient Romans used the word porculi, or little pigs, to refer to cowries. The word eventually transformed to porcelain to describe fine pottery.
- Relative:
- Size relative to a tea cup
Please add a "relative" entry to your dictionary.
The golden cowrie is a marine snail named for its brilliant orange shell. It is among the largest of the world's 250 known cowrie species, reaching four inches (ten centimeters) in length.
Rare and reclusive, these mollusks spend most of their lives hiding under rocks in the cracks and crevices of reefs in the South Pacific. They come out only at night to feed on sponges and algae.
Golden cowries are egg-shaped with a flat base and a narrow opening. Like other cowries, their shells are smooth and highly polished. They protect their glossy finish by wrapping their brightly colored mantle lobes nearly completely around their shells when they move.
Golden cowrie shells have been used as currency and religious symbols throughout the South Pacific. On the island of Fiji, they were worn on a necklace by a chieftain as a symbol of status and rank.
Golden cowrie shells are among the hardest shells to find and are prized by collectors. Unfortunately, habitat loss and over-harvesting are hurting the wild population numbers.
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Since I became a mom, I have realized that my love for planning comes in handy. Sure, I can't always control how things work out, but when I take the time to plan for what's ahead, our family is happier. Plus, planning ahead is a great way to keep my stress levels low. I can't tell you how grateful I am when I have a stress-free experience and I know it's because I planned for that moment a few months ago.
I am certainly not one of those people that need to plan out every single moment of the day (nothing against those people, of course). I just think that moms should develop any habit that ultimately makes life as a mom easier and a lot more fun. Don't you agree?
Here are a few tips that will make life for you and your babies a little bit easier and a lot less stressful.
- Start Christmas shopping during back-to-school sales. It's not just clothes that are on sale during back-to-school season; pretty much everything is. If you see any great deals, start getting gifts and stashing them in your closet.
- Wash and freeze fruits that are in season. My kids love smoothies, but fruit can get very pricey when it is out of season. Buy a ton of your kids' favorites and then peel, wash, and freeze them. Those smoothies will be a hit this fall and winter.
- Start buying clothes for next summer. At this point, I can guess with a good deal of accuracy what size my kids will wear next summer. If I see a great deal, I am going for it. You should too!
- Book hotel rooms for possible family trips. Even if you aren't sure what you are doing in the months ahead, go ahead and book those hotel rooms as long as the hotel has a great cancellation policy. I am about to book a room for our family beach trip next year.
- Create family dinners in advance and freeze them. Space can be an issue for some, but if you have enough freezer space you can make dishes like roasted chicken, mac and cheese, and so much more. These dishes freeze well, and some brands sell containers that go straight from freezer to oven.
- Create a winter storm kit. This is a great time to create a safety kit to keep in your home in case a bad storm hits this winter. After all, no one wants to be the person who gets to the store the day before a big storm only to find that the aisles are empty.
- Buy in bulk. Buying in bulk is the best. Diapers, wipes, detergent, and anything else you use often should be purchased in bulk. It makes life so much easier, and it also saves you a lot of money.