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Last week in Missouri Valley Conference baseball action, league teams combined for a 13-12 record in non-conference action. Wichita State opened its season with a perfect 3-0 record in the South Alabama Coca-Cola Classic in Mobile, Ala. The Shockers scored double-digit runs in all three games, downing North Florida (14-4), Eastern Michigan (11-1) and South Alabama (15-10). Wichita State is ranked No. 24 in the latest (Mar. 1) Collegiate Baseball Newspaper poll, and are also receiving votes (37) in today's USA Today/ESPN Coaches poll.
Illinois State also notched an unscathed 3-0 slate this weekend, picking up wins over St. Bonaventure (21-3), Duquesne (16-15 in 11 innings) and Western Michigan (7-3) in the RussMatt Central Florida Invitational in Winter Haven, Fla.
Evansville and Missouri State both picked up their first wins of the season, as the Purple Aces split a four-game series at Mercer, while the Bears snagged the final contest in a three-game series with Texas-Arlington.
Southern Illinois tallied two wins in an offensive-powered three-game series at Jacksonville State, downing the Gamecocks 17-16 on Friday and 18-15 on Sunday.
Indiana Sate out-hit Texas-San Antonio in each of its four games last weekend (ISU led 43-41 in hits for the series), but could only pick up one victory, a 10-9 win on Sunday.
Creighton split a pair of games at the Stephen F. Austin Invitational in Nacogdoches, Texas, falling to Northwestern State (8-7), before rebounding to take out host Stephen F. Austin (9-8 in 10 innings).
Bradley opened its 2010 season last weekend at the Service Academy Spring Classic in Millington, Tenn., falling in matchups with Pittsburgh, Toledo and Memphis.
Valley teams are in action six days this week, including matchups with two ranked teams. The Purple Aces will take on No. 11/13 Louisville in a Wednesday mid-week matchup, while Illinois State will battle No. 30 Vanderbilt in the Music City Classic in Nashville, Tenn., on Saturday.
Two other matchups on tap this week will feature Valley schools battling teams "Receiving Votes" in the USA Today/ESPN Coaches Poll (Mar. 1). Southern Illinois will host Middle Tennessee State (4 points) in a two-game series on Tuesday and Wednesday, while Wichita State welcomes Florida Gulf Coast (3 points) in a three-game series this weekend.
This week's Missouri Valley Conference Baseball Player/Pitcher of the Week are Preston Springer of Wichita State and Grant Gordon of Missouri State.
Preston Springer, Jr., DH, Wichita State
Wichita State junior Preston Springer led the Shockers to the South Alabama Tournament title with a 3-0 record and earned tournament MVP honors in his Shocker debut. The junior college transfer went 9-for-14 (.643) in the tourney with nine runs, two doubles, two home runs, six RBI, three walks, no strikeouts and a 1.214 slugging percentage. In his first game as a Shocker against North Florida, he went 4-for-6 with three runs, two RBI, a double and a home run. Against Eastern Michigan, he went 3-for-5 with three runs, two RBI and a double and against South Alabama in the championship game, he went 2-for-3 with three runs, two RBI, a home run and three walks.
Grant Gordon, Fr., RHP, Missouri State
Missouri State freshman Grant Gordon threw seven innings of scoreless relief Friday and struck out eight batters for his part in an NCAA-record 43 strikeouts pitched by MSU and UT Arlington over 14 innings. Gordon entered the scoreless game in the seventh inning and scattered five hits and two walks among his eight strikeouts before leaving the game after the 13th with the score still tied at 0-0. The rookie also recorded two assists, including spearing a sharp comebacker with runners on second and third to end the eighth inning.
Noteworthy - In addition to the league's player and newcomer of the week selections, several conference players had notable performances, and they include:
Clay Cuno (CU) - Cuno made the most of his three hits on the weekend, hitting two home runs on Saturday against Northwestern State (La.) and tying the game in the ninth inning on Sunday at Stephen F. Austin. Cuno's solo home run in the bottom of the eighth gave the Bluejays a one-run lead in Saturday's game. He followed that with a two-run single in the ninth inning to send SFA game to extra innings on Sunday. Cuno finished the weekend 3-for-6 with two runs, two home runs and four RBI.
Greg Wallace (UE) - Wallace paced the Purple Aces' offense this week to the tune of a .421 batting average and a 1.053 slugging percentage, as he went 8-for-19 with three doubles, three home runs, seven RBI and six runs scored in UE's four-game weekend series at Mercer. Wallace had one of the best doubleheader performances in UE baseball history, as he launched three home runs in Saturday's doubleheader, while going 5-for-9 with four runs scored and four RBI in the two games. He opened the doubleheader by launching home runs in his first two plate appearances in UE's 9-6 victory, and opened the nightcap with a solo home run as well. For the week, Wallace hit safely, recorded at least one extra-base hit, scored at least one run, and drove in at least one run in each of UE's four games against Mercer.
Kevin Tokarski (ILS) - Tokarski continued his triumphant return to the Illinois State lineup after missing the 2009 season while recovering from wrist surgery. The redshirt sophomore from Downers Grove, Ill., led Illinois State with a .714 batting average and .818 on-base percentage as Illinois State exploded for 37 runs on 37 hits over two games at the RussMatt Invitational. Tokarski scored three of Illinois State's 21 runs against St. Bonaventure and stole a base, but saved his best performance for when his team needed it most. In Sunday's game against Duquesne, Tokarski went 4-for-5, including a two-RBI double in the eighth inning to help the Redbirds erase a three-run deficit and send the game to extra-innings. He reached six times in the game against the Dukes and drove in four runs. Tokarski has recorded a hit in every game this season for the Redbirds, including three games with three or more hits, and has an extra-base hit in every contest.
Tyler Graham (INS) - Graham led Indiana State in nearly all offensive categories over a four-game weekend series with UTSA. The senior from Strafford, Ontario, led the Sycamores at the plate with eight hits, a pair of doubles, three RBI, 10 total bases, a .500 batting average and a .625 slugging percentage. In the Sycamores' win on Sunday, Graham went 3-5 at the plate with an RBI and a run scored.
Chris Serritella (SIU) - Serritella had seven hits, scored seven runs, had nine RBIs, three doubles and three home runs in the series at Jacksonville State. Serritella tied the SIU school record by hitting three doubles in an 18-15 victory on Sunday. He also hit two home runs in the series final, scored four runs and had six RBIs, which is more than any Saluki had in any game in the entire 2009 season. He did not strikeout once in his 15 at-bats during the week and drew three walks, all in the series opener on Friday, Feb. 26. Serritella hit his first homer of the season in the first game of the series, which was a two-run shot in the first inning.
Jack VanLeur (CU) - VanLeur turned in a fine performance on Saturday against Northwestern State (La.), going 3.1 innings, allowing his first hit of the season in facing just one over the minimum. VanLeur has not allowed a run in the Bluejays first two weekends.
Tom Heithoff (UE) - Heithoff recorded a win and a save in UE's two victories this past weekend at Mercer, while tossing 5.2 scoreless innings out of the Purple Aces' bullpen. Heithoff earned his first save of the year and secured UE's first victory of 2010 on Saturday, by tossing 2.0 scoreless innings of one-hit relief in the Purple Aces' 9-6 victory. Heithoff worked around a two-out double in the ninth inning to record the save, as it was the only base-runner he allowed on the afternoon. He then earned the victory on Sunday afternoon in UE's 6-1 11-inning victory by tossing 3.2 scoreless innings of one-hit relief. Heithoff worked out of an eighth-inning jam, as he made the move from first base to the mound with a runner on second and only one out in a 1-1 game by retiring two of the three men he faced in the inning. He then did not allow another base-runner following an eighth-inning walk until the 11th inning, when he worked around a lead-off double to preserve UE's five-run cushion. He allowed just three base-runners in the two games, while holding Mercer to a .111 opponents batting average.
Corey Maines (ILS) - Maines retired the first 14 batters he faced and took a perfect game into the fifth inning in Illinois State's 21-3 win over St. Bonaventure Sunday at the RussMatt Invitational. The junior from Houston, Texas, struck out eight batters and surrendered just one hit in 6.2 innings while earning the win. Illinois State has now won both of Maines' starts during the 2010 season.
Jordan Cooper (WSU) - Cooper earned a win in his first outing of the season on Saturday against Eastern Michigan. He pitched six innings and allowed just one run on three hits and struck out six without walking anyone. He retired 13 in a row at one point and allowed just four baserunners in his six innings.
Missouri Valley Conference Upcoming Schedule:
Tuesday, March 2
Indiana at Indiana State, 2:00 PM
Middle Tennessee at Southern Illinois, 2:00 PM
North Dakota at Wichita State, 3:00 PM
Wednesday, March 3
Evansville at Louisville, 2:00 PM
Middle Tennessee at Southern Illinois 2:00 PM
North Dakota at Wichita State 3:00 PM
Friday, March 5
^Illinois State vs. Indiana 12:00 PM
!Creighton vs. Northern Colorado 1:00 PM
Tennessee-Martin at Indiana State 2:00 PM
Purdue at Southern Illinois 2:00 PM
Florida Gulf Coast at Wichita State 3:00 PM
North Dakota State at Missouri State 3:00 PM
Evansville at Samford 6:00 PM
!Creighton at Sam Houston State 6:30 PM
Saturday, March 6
Tennessee-Martin at Indiana State 12:00 PM
North Dakota State at Missouri State (DH) 12:00 PM
Bradley at Tennessee Tech (DH) 1:00 PM
Evansville at Samford 1:00 PM
!Creighton vs. Northern Colorado 2:00 PM
Purdue at Southern Illinois 2:00 PM
Florida Gulf Coast at Wichita State 2:00 PM
^Illinois State at Vanderbilt 4:00 PM
Sunday, March 7
^Illinois State vs. Kent State 12:00 PM
Florida Gulf Coast at Wichita State 12:00 PM
Tennessee-Martin at Indiana State 12:00 PM
Purdue at Southern Illinois 1:00 PM
Bradley at Tennessee Tech 1:00 PM
North Dakota State at Missouri State 1:00 PM
Evansville at Samford 1:00 PM
!Creighton at Sam Houston State 1:00 PM
^Music City Classic (Nashville, Tenn.)
!Hillcrest Invitational (Huntsville, Texas)
- No. 25 Vanderbilt Hands Illinois State 9-2 Loss
- No. 10 Louisville Rallies Past Purple Aces, 13-6
- SIU's Bullock Named to Johnny Bench Award Watch List
- MVC Baseball Player/Pitcher of the Week (Mar. 1)
- MVC Baseball Player/Pitcher of the Week (Feb. 22)
- Sixth-Ranked Georgia Tech Completes Series Sweep Over Bears
- No. 6 Yellow Jackets Too Much for Bears
- Bears Fall in Pitchers Duel to No. 6 Georgia Tech, 4-0
- Wichita State's McKeever Named Lowe's Senior CLASS Candidate
- More News »


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On a frigid Dec. 7, inside a warm and humid gymnasium, Lee's Summit West competed with 21 other area schools in the Steve Leslie Invitational Wrestling Tournament at Pleasant Hill.
For a young squad like the Titans, tournaments of this size can be grueling for the athletes. Conditioning is a key component to their success on the mat.
Each wrestler competed in seven pool matches to determine seed position for the bracket portion of the tournament. The top four in each weight class then faced off in the championship bracket.
In the end, the Titans were more than prepared for the challenge.
Lee's Summit West placed wrestlers first, second, or third in nine of 14 weight classes. Although the Titans only placed fourth in the tournament, "It was a huge day," according to head coach Ethan Hauck.
Several grapplers walked away with first-time achievements.
Sophomores Levi Schmoll and Lawyer Beckum each won their first his first high school tournament.
"It's always big to break the ice with your first tournament championship," Hauck said.
Actually, Hauck couldn't quite decide between Schmoll and Beckum concerning the highlight of the day.
"I suppose if there was an outstanding performance, it was Lawyer," he said. "He was a state qualifier last year but he has improved dramatically. Then of course there is Levi. Those two guys were just great. They won matches last year, but this year they may be in the upper echelon."
Jake Woods and D.J. Thogerson also finished first in their weight divisions as well.
Not to be forgotten is Kyle Stein, who finished third in the 195-pound weight division. Stein just completed the football season, where he helped the Titans win the 2013 Class 5A state championship.
"Kyle Stien came in after football and needs to get into wrestling shape. It is a completely different thing. I am really proud of him because he wound up finishing third and he's only had a couple days of practice," Hauck said.
Earning medals at the tournament for the Titans were: Ryan Waits (7-2 at 106 pounds), who defeated Christian Ritter, St. Joseph Benton, for third place; Shane Knox (7-2 at 113), who defeated DeVonte Smith, Shawnee Mission NW, for third; Levi Schmoll (9-0 at 120), who defeated Jerico Harris, Harrisonville, for first; Lawyer Beckum (9-0 at 126), who defeated Dakota Jones, Adrian, for first; Austin Eveler (8-1 at 132) who lost to Ty Cochran, Harrisonville, for a second; Jake Woods (9-0 at 138), who defeated Olen Brattin, Pleasant Hill, for first; Steffon Fassett (7-2 at 145), who defeated Brady Franklin, Pleasant Hill, for third; D.J. Thogerson (9-0 at 152), who defeated William Holland, Prairie View, for first; and Kyle Stein (6-3 at 195), who defeated Nick Plocinski, Owensville, for third.

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MAYWOOD, Ill. – One of the most challenging issues in stroke care involves the use of clot-busting drugs such as tPA.
When given quickly enough and to the right patient, such drugs can minimize stroke damage by dissolving blood clots that cause most strokes. But these blood-thinning drugs also increase the risk of brain hemorrhages and other complications.
In an article in the journal Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics, Loyola University Medical Center stroke specialists offer guidance on commonly asked questions about the use of these drugs, known as thrombolytic therapy.
The authors are H. Steven Block, MD, and José Biller, MD. Block, a neurologist with 30 years of experience, is doing a fellowship at Loyola in cerebrovascular disease research. Biller is a professor and chair of the Department of Neurology at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine.
Most strokes are caused by blood clots that block blood flow to a portion of the brain. If given within 4.5 hours of the onset of a stroke, drugs such as tPA can reduce damage by restoring blood flow to the affected part of the brain. In various circumstances, neurologists must weigh the benefits of tPA against the risks of hemorrhage and other complications.
Block and Biller address these questions in their article:
- Can thrombolytic therapy be administered in a patient with an aneurysm (bulging blood vessel) in the brain that hasn't ruptured?
- Is it safe to use thrombolytic therapy in a stroke patient following a recent heart attack?
- Is there a standard, defined therapy for a stroke that occurs during or immediately after a cardiac catheterization?
- Can thrombolytic therapy be used in stroke patients with brain tumors?
"These are examples of the type of nuanced circumstances that neurologists face," Block said.
Block and Biller write that the next five years should bring continued advances in stroke care.
"Large multicenter, prospective, randomized, controlled trials will move us closer to increasing confidence of the efficacy of specific treatments," they write. However, the most important advance in reducing the incidence of stroke will "continue to remain one of the most challenging to achieve: acceptance by the population to take personal responsibility for their own stroke-risk reduction."


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Preventing Indoor Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Nalliah Thayabharan
With the increased winter chill comes a rise in the danger from deadly carbon monoxide gas - "CO". The odourless colourless tasteless
two molecule Carbon Monoxide gas is a by-product of incomplete combustion and combustion without proper ventilation. It accounts for
greater mortality and morbidity than all other poisonings combined. It is a sly and silent killer. Carbon Monoxide gas can quickly build up
to dangerous levels and knock you out before you realize what is happening.
Carbon Monoxide enters blood system through lungs and displaces oxygen. Carbon Monoxide quickly binds with hemoglobin with an
affinity 200 ~250 times greater than that of Oxygen to form Carboxyhemoglobin resulting decrease in arterial oxygen content. Fetal
hemoglobin has much higher affinity for Carbon Monoxide than adult hemoglobin; thus a fetus may be more susceptible to toxic effects
than mother. Pregnant women with only moderate Carbon Monoxide poisoning have had devastating fetal outcomes. Carbon Monoxide
is also an abortifacient and a teratogen, resulting in physical deformities and psychomotor disabilities. Intracellular uptake of Carbon
Monoxide is a mechanism for neurologic damage and cognitive defects, particularly in memory and learning, and movement disorders
that may not appear for days following the initial poisoning. The brain and heart are very sensitive to Carbon Monoxide poisoning; other
organs are also affected.
Awareness of the symptoms of Carbon Monoxide can lead to early intervention and prevent needless deaths. The symptoms of Carbon
Monoxide poisoning are headache, dizziness and nausea.
In 2003 in Ontario, 9 people were seriously injured and 4 died from Carbon Monoxide poisoning. From 1999 to 2003, at least 17 people
have died from Carbon Monoxide poisoning in Ontario. From 1998 to 2001, The Ontario Fire Marshall investigated 47,278 Carbon
Monoxide incidence, though the vast majority were not serious cases.
Incomplete fuel combustion and a vent system that does not adequately remove the exhaust are the two basic failures to all combustion
appliance Carbon Monoxide problems and very often these two failures are interrelated. For example, during backdrafting all the
products of combustion spill into the room housing the appliance leads to the appliance to breathes its own fumes, which causes
incomplete combustion and Carbon Monoxide is produced.
Faulty Home heating systems, propane, kerosene or gas heaters, car exhaust including plugged tail pipes, barbecues and blocked
chimneys can cause a build up of Carbon Monoxide.
Preventing indoor Carbon Monoxide problems is not impossible. Proper installation and regular maintenance of combustion appliances
by trained and qualified heating contractors reduces the possibility of Carbon Monoxide emissions and venting failures. Installing reliable
Carbon Monoxide detectors is the simplest way to detect the presence of Carbon Monoxide. But only 40% of homes have Carbon
Monoxide detectors. And of the homes that have the detectors, only about 25% check their batteries regularly. Carbon Monoxide
detectors should be installed near heating system and in sleeping areas. Properly installed detectors monitor Carbon Monoxide levels
over time and are designed to sound an alarm before an average, healthy adult would experience symptoms of poisoning.
Carbon Monoxide detectors do have limitations. Some may not provide adequate warning if Carbon Monoxide increases to very high
levels. Infants, the elderly,and people with heart or breathing problems are at increased risk for low level poisoning and may experience
symptoms before an alarm sounds. Thus, a Carbon Monoxide detector is not a substitute for proper use and regular maintenance and
inspection of all potential sources of Carbon Monoxide.
Many Home owners report Carbon Monoxide detector going off, but find their contractor unable to diagnose the cause since Carbon
Monoxide sources elude the contractors. Identifying the source of Carbon Monoxide is not simple. Many contractors misdiagnose the
problems. For example they may claim the problem was Carbon Monoxide detector though Carbon Monoxide problem was evident or
say the problem was caused by freak occurrence in the weather and would not happen again.
The causes of Carbon Monoxide are varied as unvented appliances, use of gas cookers for heating, portable space heaters, hibachi and
charcoal cookers, heat exchanger failures, lack of combustion air, overfiring, depressurization of the combustion appliance zone causing
back drafting, vent failures or vehicle running in the attached garage. Any of these might set off a Carbon Monoxide detector, but
conditions may have changed by the time the contractor arrives at the house to identify the source. For example, back drafting of furnace
might set off a Carbon Monoxide alarm but if a window is opened, the pressure in the combustion zone will change. This could reverse
the backdrafting and change the reading on the Carbon Monoxide detectors. Down drafting of combustion appliances, running vehicles
in the garage, depressurization from kitchen fans, bathroom fans, dryer, central vacuum & attic vent fans, wind and charcoal grills are
usually intermittent problems and easy to overlook during investigation.
Combustion products usually go up the vent, but certain conditions may cause them to spill at the draft diverter or out the burner ports.
Buoyant (lifting)forces that cause combustion products to vent result from temperature differences. The buoyant forces are small and
easily over powered by other, more powerful forces. The buoyant force is usually around 5Pa, is only 1/6 oz in a 4in diameter round vent
pipe. Wind forces, exhaust fans and the furnace blower are all more powerful and can reverse the flow in the vents. Combustion
appliances also compete for air. For example, when a fireplace and furnace are both operating they both need combustion air. If the
house is tight, they will compete with each other for combustion air they need.
Technicians often hold a match near the draft hood to check for proper draft, and this method is suggested by some manufacturers.
However holding a match is not good way to check, because the match is a hot source, and the smoke will tend to rise even if it is not
being pulled up into the draft hood. Instead, technicians should use a smoke stick of neutral density, such as those used to check for
infiltration during house leakage tests.
Vent failures are often sporadic, intermittent and difficult to reproduce. Because pressure differences are small, it takes only a small
change to cause warm gases to vent incorrectly. Often a down draft will occur when house is closed. Simply opening the front door once
can change the pressures, allowing warm air to go up the vent again.
A properly adjusted gas furnace or water heater produces hardly any Carbon Monoxide. When too much gas is supplied to the burner,
sufficient oxygen does not flow to the burner and Carbon Monoxide is produced. I find overfiring to be the more common cause of
Carbon Monoxide problems in a Home than heat exchanger failure. Overfiring often occurs in conjunction with intermittent vent failure and
is therefore difficult to diagnose unless proper procedures and equipment are used. Overfired units typically still burn with a blue flame.
Too often, without proper test instruments, the heating contractor will assume that the unit is burning clean.
The difference between a properly adjusted furnace and a overfired furnace are extreme. An overfired furnace can produce more than
4500ppm Carbon Monoxide in the vent. A simple reduction in gas pressure, which takes two minutes to perform, can bring Carbon
Monoxide levels back to below 20ppm.
How do excess gas pressures occur? Sometimes, the gas regulator can fail, or in some cases the installing contractor does not perform
the initial gas pressure adjustment. In yet other cases, the heating contractor or homeowner, desiring more heat, may increase the gas
flow by changing the gas pressure adjustment. Overfiring may also caused by improper orifices, which can result when units are changed
from propane to natural gas or from natural gas to propane. Manufacturers typically desire no overfiring beyond a tolerance of +2%. Yet I
find units 25% overfired. Because overfiring can not be diagnosed by flame colour, it is vital that all heating contractors perform the
following steps:
1/ Check the rate of gas flow to the burner, and check for overfiring by clocking the meter(In other words using the test dial on the gas
meter to verify that the appliance is using the proper amount of gas)
2/ Check manifold gas pressure using an accurate manometer.
3/ Ensure gas orifices are correct
4/ Measure Carbon Monoxide concentrations in the combustion products.
Holes or cracks in the heat exchanger which keeps the furnace exhaust from mixing with house air, can cause Carbon Monoxide
problems. Holes and cracks can allow exhaust to enter the duct system and be distributed throughout the house and also allow air from
the blower to enter the burner chamber and disrupt burner operation, increasing the amount of Carbon Monoxide produced. Airflow
through large holes or cracks can cause combustion products spillage at burner ports - a very dangerous situation. High efficiency
furnaces also have a secondary heat exchanger, which removes heat from exhaust gases causing them to condensate.
Some of the causes of premature heat exchanger failure are:
1/ Incorrect temperature rise - The temperature can be either too high or too low caused by incorrect blower speed selection,
restricted or insufficient duct work, dirty filters or missing filters. The correct range for temperature rise is on the information plate of each
2/ Contaminated indoor air - Contaminants like chlorine fumes from the nearby laundry machines, paint thinners and aerosol sprays
are hard on high efficiency furnaces as they create acids in condensation, which attributes to corrosion. Use sealed combustion to
prevent corrosion from contaminants.
3/ Incorrect gas flow rate - Many units are overfired, running rich and hot. Overfired units do not have sufficient air for complete
combustion. Cracking of heat exchanger, sooting and Carbon Monoxide can result from overfiring.
4/ Oversizing - This causes rapid on / off cycling without sufficient time to heat the furnace exchanger or vent. Condensation forms
and does not get evaporated out. The "wet time" is excessive.
Carbon Monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of poisoning deaths in North America. To often people think that CO poisoning can not
happen to them, since they live in a drafty older house or have a new furnace. This is not true as Carbon Monoxide poisoning can occur
in older loose houses or newer tight houses and can be caused by new furnaces as well as old ones.
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Great Ko's
Amanda Buchanan vs Naoko Kumagai
(This is a rematch for the WKA World Title, which Bucahanan won by 5rd decision a year earlier.
Winner: Kumagai by 4th rd KO).
Kumagai entrance
Buchanan entrance
beginning of rd 1
end of rd 1
beginning rd 2
begin standing 8 count
Kumagai in neutral corner
end of rd 2.
Beginning of rd 3
end of rd 3
Beginning of rd 4
Kumagai in neutral corner
referee counts Buchanan out
Kumagai regains her WKA World Title by 4rd ko


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How can I declare/change my major or minor to history?
You just go to the College of Arts and Sciences Change of Major/Minor/Concentration Form link, fill it out and click the Send Information Now button at the bottom of the form. If you would like to request a specific advisor in the new department, put a note to that effect in the Comments box at the bottom of the form.
How can I change my advisor?
- You can do it by phone, 656-3180.
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- You can stop by Wheeler House, Main Office, Room 201 and ask the Department Administrative Assistant.
What are my advisor's office hours?
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|Topic Review (Newest First)
But I care... ;)
As old as the original post was... I find myself in the same position with a 1988 Beneteau F235 (but new to me.) It's chock full of frozen, non-working parts and I'm grateful for this thread. Thanks.
|Good point SD. Considering the savings, he might be able by now to purchase his knotmeter ... **** I just jumped in too fast
Well, usually within a year or two of deciding I need it... yeah...
Originally Posted by 2Gringos View Post
youre one of those guys who just rushes out and buys something he needs the same year, ain't you...
|youre one of those guys who just rushes out and buys something he needs the same year, ain't you...
|I doubt the OP much cares, as his post is SEVEN FREAKING YEARS OLD... If he hasn't gotten a GPS or a Knotmeter by now, he's probably dead.
|Skyamsen, if you plan to have both, buy GPS first. It will assist you in much more activities and information regarding navigation. Although limited for trim use, it can provide lots of useful information like VMG to a point. Then, when budget allow, you improve and fine tune your trim by using a knotmeter. These unities are good for relative speed in short term, as those paddle trying to measure your velocity is simply unacurate for absolute readings.
I'd still recommend a paddlewheel-style knotmeter. You can go to Airmar and purchase such an instrument in a retractable model. The thru-hull will be included ... and features an internal valve to limit in-flooding of water when the knotmeter is removed. You can remove it while in the water to clear any possible clogging and can remove it prior to trailering to prevent damage. In its place you insert a flush ended plug.
You could purchase an Airmar ST800 (NMEA 2000 compatible Waterspeed/Temperature instrument) for around $80 and get a Lowrance LMF-400 (NMEA 2000 multifunction display gauge) for around $200. Or, any other NMEA 2000 compatible display.
Once you move to NMEA 2000 intrumentation ... you won't be getting yourself into a situation where you have to purchase yet another dedicated display for a new parameter. You simply purchase a new instrument and the new data will be displayed on whichever display you own.
I just purchased a Garmin GMI-10. It is a multifunction display of the same size as standard marine instrumentation. It can be configured to display all sorts of data (wind, water, GPS, navigation, engine, tank levels, etc). Right now I have it displaying a graphical compass in the background with bearing on top. Below that is water speed and depth.
In summary, I'd recommend looking at NMEA 2000 multifunction displays and seperate instruments before you start buying dedicated displays/instruments for each parameter you'd like to see. In the end it will save you money.
|We use the knotmeter for sail trim. GPS is more for position of the boat and relative speed vs tides, currents, ect. Two different uses.
Velocitek Speedpuck option
I've been researching Velocitek's Speedpuck. In comparing it to the Garmin marine GPS handhelds it looks like the Garmin marine GPS handhelds have a lot more features than the Speedpuck for less money. But, I like the large display and simplicity of the Speedpuck. I have a small keelboat and do not like the idea of adding a throughhole impeller a real knotmeter. Too easy to damage with trailer and prone to clogging.
The Speedpuck seams like the perfect substitute for an impeller knotmeter for people in my situation. However, I am hung up on the price/feature ratio. I don't need all the other features of the handheld GPS. Has anyone tried the speedpuck as as substitute for an impeller knotmeter? Is the Speedpuck a good choice over the handheld GPS? Are there other similar products to the Speedpuck at a more reasonable price point?
GPS vs Knotmeter
A GPS and a knotmeter are reading two completely different things. The former measures speed over the bottom, the latter speed through the water. The former is useful for navigation, the latter for optimizing performance. One can be calculated from the other if the current strength and direction (called set and drift) are known. Tide and current tables may be able to tell you the set and drift predicted at a particular time.
A GPS is subject to random fluctuations of as much as a knot depending on the time over which velocity is averaged and whether it''s a differential or WAAS model. There is no calibration adjustment. A knotmeter needs to be calibrated, but once done should be much more accurate than a GPS over the short term (assuming that one is interested in speed through the water).
Over 100 miles, a GPS will average within .05% of the average speed over the ground for the journey. That''s because the GPS knows the starting and ending points, and the time taken, with an incredible degree of accuracy. A knotmeter will never do as well over a long distance: .05% of 6 knots is .003 knots, no knotmeter I know of reads to a resolution of less than .01 knots, and the accuracy is unlikely to be anything close to .01 knots.
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FBI, NSA Want Master Encryption Keys from Internet Companies
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The question of whether it's legal for them to ask for these SSL keys or not is unclear
The feds are trying to creep further into the personal lives of Web users by requesting master encryption keys from Internet companies.
According to a new report from
, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National Security Agency (NSA) have both tried to obtain master encryption keys as part of their
digital surveillance efforts
, but there's a huge question as to whether they have the legal authority to do so.
Master encryption keys are crucial to Web encryption. They put contents of Web communications into code that is tough to crack using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). If government agencies were to get their hands on these SSL keys, they could decode the content and peek into the lives of Internet users.
The NSA is also looking to get these SSL keys because it would allow for surveillance through its fiber taps, which are now heavily guarded by SSL.
SSL was originally put in place because of insecure and open Wi-Fi networks. Google adopted HTTPS (which appears in the browser to show that SSL is enabled -- back in 2010 for Gmail, and Microsoft did the same for Hotmail. Later in 2012, Facebook followed suit for its popular social network.
Now, these large Internet companies face the fear of government agencies trying to obtain the SSL keys and expose information on their users. Microsoft, Google and Facebook all said that they haven't given any SSL keys to the government, and agreed that they would fight against doing so.
Other larger companies like Apple, Verizon, AT&T, Yahoo, Comcast and AOL haven't said if they've been asked for or have given SSL keys to the feds.
But the larger companies fear that smaller Web establishments without deep pockets or a hefty legal department will give in to the government's requests for keys.
SSL has certainly hindered the government's spying abilities, which is why they're coming directly to the source for the keys. But if all else fails, the feds have other avenues of
getting what they need
. For instance, companies like Packet Forensics help government agencies import "legitimate" copies of SSL keys -- which could possibly be obtained through a court order -- for spying on users.
Speaking of a court order, it's not clear whether federal surveillance laws allow the government to ask for SSL keys -- even with subpoenas. Subpoenas call for gathering evidence related to an investigation, where SSL keys would seem to open up a treasure trove of data that may contain pieces of information relevant to an investigation, but likely most that are not.
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Female Soldier Ballads 2005
A cappella folk song cycle and screen printed broadsheets
Female Soldier Ballads is a cycle of ballads about U.S. military women Lynndie England, Jessica Lynch, Shoshanna Johnson, and Lori Piestewa that I composed and sang. The compositions are printed on decorative lyric sheets that reference 18th century broadsides, the forebearers of today's tabloid newspapers.
The project departs from an early sub-genre of British folk ballads about cross-dressing female soldiers and sailors. Similar ballads are performed today, but the Female Soldier archetype also endures in less obscure forms of media. Since the US invaded Iraq, military women have been featured in such pop culture outlets as People Magazine, FOX News, and personal web logs. Their stories influence our understanding of the conflict through emotional appeals, not unlike the salacious 18th Century balladeers who raced to commit current events to verse.
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Amazonian News Network explores the Female Soldier archetype, representing both gender transgression and patriotism in popular media since the 17th century, through the visual language of a 24-hour news channel. Segments, both factual and fictional, magnify a reporting style in which individual narratives overshadow broader sociopolitical contexts.
Seen on People Magazine, FOX News, and personal blogs, military women's personal narratives have influenced our understanding of the conflict in Iraq. Depending on the situation, the news outlet, and the women's own marketability, they have been lauded as patriotic heroes, disparaged as weak fighters, held up as poster girls for feminism gone awry, or not regarded as newsworthy.
The score was written and performed by musician/composer Paul Hogan.
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A few days ago I posted an article called 7 Steps for Parents: Should Your Child Have a Cell Phone? and I mentioned putting together a cell phone contract. I got a few emails asking what this would include. I actually think that teen contracts or contracts between parents and kids are really helpful. I typed up one that is similar to what I had when I was younger and got my first cell phone. Everyone's contract will obviously be different because everyone has different plans and capabilities on their phones.
My parents and I discussed this entire contract and 'negotiated' what we both thought was fair. I think this was an important part of the process because I felt like I had a say. We made the rules together, and they told me they thought I was responsible enough to come up with my own rules (I actually came up with some of these myself–only to regret it later), but this made me feel heard and like I 'owned' my rules, they were not just given to me.
Vanessa's Cell Phone Contract
Vanessa will be given a cell phone for her birthday and will be used with the discussed following rules:
_________All Contacts in the Phone Book must be approved by Mom or Dad
_________No Phone calls after 9pm weekdays, 10pm weekends unless they are to Mom and Dad, or pre-approved by us.
_________Our Plan allows maximum of 50 text messages a month.
_________No Cell Phone at any meal table or during family time (may ask permission if school related).
_________Web Surfing has been disabled.
_________If asked to turn off/stop playing/get off cell phone, must do so immediately.
_________When at home, will only use the regular phone instead of cell phone to make calls.
________When out with friends will always have cell phone with you and 'on' so mom and dad can reach you if needed.
If the following rules have not been met, we will have to implement the following discussed consequences:
________If you go over in texts, you must pay the difference (the phone company charges 10 cents per text)
________If you go over in minutes, you must pay the difference for that month, if it happens again, then hour usage will decrease (8pm weekdays, no cell phone on Sundays).
_________If asked more than twice to turn off/put down cell phone, or the phone is used during meal or family time, personal phone privileges will be removed for a day (only may be used to call mom and dad).
________This is a one-month trial period, if all rules are followed for thirty days, mom and dad will increase hours on weekends.
________This contract will be reevaluated every six months as Vanessa gets older to possible receive more texts, web surfing or extra money for ring tones etc.
I only realize this now, my parents had built into the contract (they are lawyers) incentives for me to follow the rules. There is nothing like a long list of rules to alienate you from your kid, but the last two parts of the contract say that if I follow the above rules well, I might get more privileges with the phone after 30 days and then again every 6 months. This was great incentive for me to keep the rules, because I knew if I did, I would have less to follow soon.
Recap: *Be sure to discuss the rules before the contract, *Build in incentives, *Have a one-month trial period so they appreciate the privilege of having a phone. *I like to actually sign and date my parent teen contracts, it makes it very official feeling.
Dream big, work hard and you will get there,
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If you need help setting up your "Wired" Home network on one to four PC's please follow the steps below. Any Combination of Desktop or Laptop PC's may be used in this setup, as long as they are connecting with Cat5.
Before completing steps one through twelve of the Physical setup instructions contact your Internet Service Provider and find out what Type of IP Configuration they recommend using (Example: DHCP, Static, PPOE) and then proceed to the steps below, if they recommend DHCP.
1. Turn Desktop A on and wait for it to completely Boot.
2. Hold down the "Windows" key on the keyboard, and then press the "R" key on the keyboard. This opens the RUN Command.
3. Type in: devmgmt.msc :and press the OK button. This opens the Device Manager.
4. Scroll down to NETWORK ADAPTERS and expand the category by clicking on the "+" sign next to it.
5. Verify that there are no Yellow !'s on the devices. If there are, please stop following this guide and submit a post in the forum requesting "Help Loading Network Card Drivers".
6. Verify that there are no RED X's on the devices. If there are, then Right Click on the device and select ENABLE. After Enabling the device go back and check step 5.
7. If there are no RED X's or Yellow !'s on the devices then close out the Device manager by clicking on FILE in the Upper left, then select EXIT.
8. Hold down the "Windows" key on the keyboard, and then press the "R" key on the keyboard. This opens the RUN Command
9. Type in: ncpa.cpl :and press the OK button. This opens the Network Connections Window.
10. Locate your Connection Type (Ethernet) and right click on to select PROPERTIES.
11. Click on the GENERAL tab
12. Under "This connection uses the following items:" make sure that the following components have a check in the box next to them:
Client for Microsoft Networks
QOS Packet Scheduler
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
13. Left click on "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" one time and then click on the
PROPERTIES Button.
14. This opens the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window.
15. Click on the GENERAL tab and verify that the bubbles for "Obtain an IP Address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address automatically" are selected.
16. Click on the ALTERNATE CONFIGURATION tab and verify that the bubbles for "Automatic Private IP address" are selected.
17. Click the OK button. Taking you back to the "Local Area Connection Properties" screen.
18. Click the CLOSE button. Taking you back to the "Network Connections" window.
19. Right click on the same device again and select STATUS. Opens the "Local Area Connection Status" window.
20. Click on the SUPPORT tab
21. Click the REPAIR button, opening the "Repair Local Area Connection" window
22. Click the "OK" or "CLOSE" button when it is done. Don't worry if it says it can't repair the Device. Taking you back to the "Local Area Connection Status" window
23. Verify that your "Address Type" is Assigned by DHCP. If it is not, then please submit a post in the forum asking for "Help enabling DHCP".
24. Verify that your "IP Address" does not start with the prefix's: 169 or, 172. If it does, then please submit a post in the forum asking for "Network Card has no connectivity".
25. Click the GENERAL tab and under "Activity" verify that Packets Sent and received are both a "1" or Higher.
26. Click the CLOSE button. Taking you back to the "Network Connections" window.
27. Click on FILE in the upper Left and select CLOSE.
28. Hold down the "Windows" key on the keyboard, and then press the "R" key on the keyboard. This opens the RUN Command.
29. Type in: inetcpl.cpl :and press the OK button. This opens the Internet Options window.
30. Click on the SECURITY tab.
31. Under "Select a web zone to specify its security settings" change the "Internet, Local Internet, Trusted Sites, and Restricted sites" to default by selecting each Icon, then pressing the DEFAULT LEVEL button. If the Default button is grayed out, then it has already been applied and you need not worry about it.
32. Click on the PRIVACY button and under "Pop-Up Blocker" verify that the "Block Pop-Ups" box has a check in it.
33. Click on the CONTENT button and under "Content Advisor" verify that the ENABLE button says enable and not Disable.
34. Click on the CONNECTIONS button and under "Dial-up and Virtual Private Network Settings" verify that nothing is listed.
35. Click on the ADVANCED tab and click the RESTORE DEFAULTS button, then the APPLY button and lastly the OK button.
36. Locate your Internet explorer Icon and double left click to launch. You now should be able to access the Internet.


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Shamrocks Announce Fifth Grade Basketball Tryouts
The BCAC Shamrocks will be conducting basketball tryouts for their fifth grade AAU program on Monday, March 5. The tryouts will be held at St. Cam-illus Gymnasium (Beach 100 Street and Rockaway Beach Boulevard) from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
If you have a reversible jersey, please wear to tryout.
The cost is $500 per player and joining the 12-man roster includes: AAU membership card with id number; fully insured; seven tournaments (one over- night tournament); full uniform; personalized shooting shirt; sneakers and socks; practice reversible and shorts; personalized travel bag; practice twice a week (skills and fundamentals); three dedicated and knowledgeable coaches.
There will be a fundraiser on March 31 at Grassy Point, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Call for more information or questions: Billy Hofmann, head coach, at 917-562-6250; Brendan Moriarty, assistant coach, at 917-861- 7739; Frank Henglein, assistant coach, 718-490-8572.


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Justin Bieber Makes Out With Selena Gomez Look-A-Like [PHOTOS]
Teen heart-throb, Justin Bieber, was spotted in downtown LA shooting scenes for his newest music video. He went for a decidedly 1950s look, complete with slicked back hair and a fancy sports car.
All of that is fine and dandy, but really the most exciting part of Justin getting it on with a Selena Gomez look-a-like.
I mean, honestly. She's got the long black hair, the small face–I guess Justin just can't imagine kissing someone who isn't his lady love.
Or, maybe he was just pissed that Selena couldn't tell which one his fragrance was in the clip below and wanted to get back at her! I'm thinking the former. He just doesn't seem that vindictive. Check out all the photos of the music video shoot in the gallery!


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Shots Fired In Far Rockaway Sibling Battle
A Far Rockaway woman whose trigger-happy brother was arrested after he shot up her car and bedroom door Monday night says she is moving out in January and is looking forward to her brother's prosecution.
"I will be testifying," said Judene Morris, 23, a medical assistant and mother of a 7-year-old girl adding she "can't wait for the District Attorney's office to call," and is moving out January 18.
Police responded to 22-15 Collier Avenue at about 3 a.m. Monday morning – about seven hours after Judene and her brother's pregnant girlfriend got into a heated argument, Judene said.
The two women, who have been feuding since an incident that happened on the night of the Blackout in 2003, pushed, shoved and threw insults at each other at the front door of the home at about 8 p.m. Sunday.
"I choked her up," Judene said.
Hours later, Judene's grandmother got a phone call from Chadon Morris, 25, who allegedly said he was coming home with a gun to kill his sister for beating up his girlfriend. Judene said she is not sure what the girlfriend told her brother, but it clearly enraged him.
"She must have ignited something in him," Judene said.
Chadon arrived minutes later – allegedly armed with a loaded handgun – and put one shot into the back window of Judene's 1997 Nissan Maxima. He then allegedly went inside and fired five more shots into her bedroom door in the basement of the home.
"He came home to defend [his girlfriend's] honor – with a gun," Judene said.
Morris, who was awaiting arraignment as The Wave went to press, is charged with two counts of criminal weapons possession and criminal mischief, according to a spokeswoman for Queens District Attorney Richard A. Brown. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
When asked if she knew that her brother could wind up in jail for a long time Judene responded, "I hope he does."


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|Crawford, Carl M.
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|June 2, 2008 - June 10, 2008
|This is an oral history interview with Carl M. Crawford conducted as part of the Houston History Project. Carl Crawford was recommended to our study team by office personnel at Signal International. When contacted, he agreed to an interview. The interview took place at the Shell Landing Country Club. Mr. Crawford was born in 1943 in Greenville, Mississippi. He worked for several equipment companies, including Caterpillar, in Mississippi and Louisiana before meeting J. L. Holloway, who shortly thereafter helped form Ham Marine. From 1981 to 1998, he was vice-president of marketing for Ham Marine, which was later rechristened Friede Goldman International (and at the time of the interview was Signal International). He discusses the history and growth of the company, their first contracts with ODECO, the importance of their contracts with Noble Drilling in helping the company go public, and their failed attempt to get into new builds. Important in growing the business were establishing a stable labor force and gaining the trust of customers. However, in the company's formative years, they benefited from the historical presence of Ingalls Shipyard and the availability of a skilled workforce that could be hired and laid off in accordance with industry cycles. He also mentions the difficulties in bidding for drilling rig jobs, supply issues related to planning, the current problems recruiting skilled workers and the recent moves to subcontracting more of their labor force, the changes in the involvement of clients in their work and the necessity that fabricators become more sophisticated, and the consolidation of the drilling industry. This is a follow-up interview with Mr. Crawford. The first interview was conducted on June 2, 2008. During this interview, Mr. Crawford talks specifically about how Ham Marine and later Friede Goldman dealt with industry cycles. He stresses the "can-do" attitude and hard working nature of the people in the company, their teamwork, and the importance of the company's specialization in drilling rigs. He also discusses in some depth his role as marketer for the company and the relationships he formed with their drilling contractor customers. He mentions that it was during a job with Shell Oil Company that their company decided to focus and improve on their safety and quality, and they adopted Shell's system of morning safety meetings. Safety is important for both ensuring the welfare of workers and also in terms of insurance rates. Many times rigs do not come in for upgrades or repairs unless they need them for specific jobs, and recently many have come in for upgrades so that they can work in deeper and deeper water.
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When Joni Mitchell, in her song "Woodstock," sang, "We are stardust..." she was being factual as well as poetic. Every element on earth, except for the lightest, was created in the heart of some massive star.
And the heaviest elements -- such as gold, lead and uranium -- were produced in a supernova explosion during the cataclysmic end of a huge star's life, says LSU physicist Edward Zganjar (pronounced Skyner).
"Those elements were ejected into space by the force of the massive explosion, where they mixed with other matter and formed new stars, some with planets such as earth. That's why the earth is rich in these heavy elements. The iron in our blood and the calcium in our bones were all forged in such stars. We are made of stardust," Zganjar said.
Zganjar should know. He is studying just how the heavier elements are made in supernova explosions -- the pathways matter takes as it is transformed from a lighter element to a heavier element during the cosmic alchemy.
He was recently awarded more than half a million dollars by the U.S. Department of Energy to study "the structure of nuclei far from stability."
The grant funds a continuation of the work he has been doing at the Holifield Radioactive Ion Beam Facility at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tenn.
The radioactive ion beam accelerator smashes a projectile atom into a target atom in order to fuse the two nuclei. The resulting collision between the nuclei of these atoms creates unstable elements that often last only milliseconds before decaying into other elements. The collision of iron-54 with calcium-40, for instance, creates an unstable nucleus of palladium-94, which breaks up into a number of other unstable elements. Depending on statistical probabilities, these elements undergo radioactive decay, with the process eventually stopping with the production of stable, non-radioactive elements. It is these early nuclei that are of primary interest, and that is what is meant by "the structure of nuclei far from stability."
Zganjar's group recently completed work on a particularly critical nuclide, Zirconium-80, which lies along the path astrophysicists call the rp-process.
This was a difficult experiment, Zganjar said, made successful by the instrumentation developed by his group. "We might produce only one out of a billion of what we're looking for, then we have to separate it from all the other reaction products -- junk. And the decay process might last only a microsecond, so we have to study them fast." That is what the instruments he has developed enable him to do.
Zganjar will use the newly developed techniques and instrumentation to study even heavier nuclei along the rp-process path. He is now making preparations to study the next heavier rp-process, Molybdenum-84.
"Doing this gives us a much better understanding of the structure of matter. The structure of matter underlies the structure of the whole physical cosmos," he said.
Current understanding of the process by which heavy elements are produced in massive stars has, up to now, been largely based upon theoretical predictions. But with radioactive ion beam detectors and the new spectroscopic techniques developed by Zganjar and his team, scientists are able to mimic some of the reactions taking place during supernova explosions and measure in the laboratory quantities that could previously only be estimated by theorists.
"Understanding the universe and humanity's place in it has always been a primary focus of human inquiry since the time of the caveman. What we're doing at Oak Ridge can provide a piece of the puzzle of the origin of the elements that make up the entire universe," Zganjar said.
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Cilic of Croatia came from behind to beat Sergiy Stakhovsky of Ukraine 4-6 6-2 6-2.
Chennai: Two-time champion Marin Cilic of Croatia came from behind to beat Sergiy Stakhovsky of Ukraine 4-6 6-2 6-2 and make the quarter-finals of the Aircel Chennai Open ATP tennis tournament here on Thursday. It took Cilic 110 minutes to see off the challenge of Stakhovsky. In a doubles match, at the outside court, German pair of Andre Begemann and Martin Emmrich survived some anxious moments before prevailing over the English duo of Jamie Delgao and Ken Skupski 7-6 (1) 6-1 in 64 minutes.
They will meet the winner of the match between Somdev Devvarman/Stakhovsky and Thailand's Sonchat and Sanchai Ratiwatana.
In another match at the outside court, fifth seeded Benoit Paire of France thrashed Israeli Dudi Sela 6-1 6-0 in just 40 minutes, extracting a sweet revenge for his last year's defeat to the same opponent. In his quarter-final match on Friday, Paire will take on favourite Cilic.
After being broken in the very first game of the first set, Cilic, who had won the title here in 2009 and 2010, dished out flawless tennis in the next two games. With his rival holding on to the service games, Stakhovsky maintained great accuracy and brought his forehand drives into play. The Ukrainian earned two game points with a brake in the seventh game.
In the eighth, Stakhovsky, despite committing two double faults, managed to win the game. In the second and third games, Cilic was at his best as he relied on the long baseline rallies for points.
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I bought my Camaro with a sb 400 in it and the guy had it about 13 yrs and said he had the engine gone through completly top to bottom. He put about 1500 miles on in that entire time but I don't think he ever changed oil because he drove it so infrequently. My question is that it uses quite a bit of oil and I was reading some old posts about the oil control rings on the pistons and a light bulb went off in my head. The car smokes alot of blue when first started and the tailpipes actually shoot a little oil out when first running. Could it be the oil control rings or do you think it is the valve guides. He said he had the heads done at same time as engine. Has a roller cam and I just assume with all the work he put in new guides. Any ideas would be helpful.
you can't assume anything when it comes to "rebuilt" engines, one mans rebuild is another mans piece of ***t, i get a lot of people especially dealers who bring in heads and want them milled and change the valve seals. then they tell the customer 'the engine was just gone thru by a machine shop" take a compression test or a lesk down test to get an idea of ring condition.. if you have a lot of initial smoke it is usually valve guides and seals, if it is worse under power then its rings.
Did a compression test and read pretty even, 165-170 all around. I did not do the oil squirt test, just cranked it and tested them with all the plugs out. Does really smoke and chatter on initial startup, especially after sitting a few days. Any other way to test to make sure it is the valve seals? It is parked for the winter and I could pull the heads if I had to. The car runs great under power, really pulls well on acceleration. I don't really notice a huge cloud of blue behind the car like my dads old 66 Galaxie 500. I could kill Mosquitos for miles when I kicked in the 4 barrel on that old 352.
kwik check. remove valve cover then take a pry bar and try to move the center exhaust valves side to side by pressing against the spring and retainer, go easy but if you can see any movement of the valve stems, it needs guides. take a flashlite and look between the coils of the springs to see if it has umbrella seals. probably has o-ring seals but you can't see them.
Thanks, I am gonna pull the valve covers and take a peek. I guess it is possible that it sat for a while the orings or umbrella seals could dry up. If it has O rings I heard that you should remove them if you install umbrellas. Something about drag and will cause hp lose. Are the orings hard to get out? Or is it a snap as long as I am replacing the umbrellas. Thanks
if your going to pull them apart the o-ring is just under the valve locks, sometimes they get hard and you have to break them off with needle nose pliars, as for the umbrella seals causing friction that is a big load of***t they ride up and down with the valve, even the new style positive seals have so little tension i doubt the drag could be measured with common methods, with oil they would be near no friction at all.
I use both O-rings and umbrella/PCs if I have 'em.
So if the orings are there, probably best to just leave them in and install new umbrellas on the valves? Sounds like a plan to me, how many years they been using the umbrellas now? My semester in Tech school 20 yrs ago after I got out of the army is kinda fuzzy, but I remember doing a valve job, just not the small details.
No, replace the O-rings (they will come with the gasket set). Then buy the umbrellas seperately. I don't think any 400 ('81? being the last year) came with umbrellas/PCs originaly, so the gasket set should only have the O-rings.
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Mathematics - the unshaken Foundation of Sciences, and the plentiful Fountain of Advantage to human affairs.
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Development and dissemination of high-quality learning materials. In collaboration with the Sasol-Inzalo Foundation and the Department of Basic Education, the Ukuqonda Institute has developed textbooks and teacher manuals for:
The grade 10 books have been made available to the DBE, and the other books will be distributed to all schools over the next 18 months.
Workshops for teachers on a school or cluster basis. These workshops focus mainly on two things, namely the development of teacher�s own content knowledge, attention to learner�s work and curriculum interpretation.
Selected educators (including subject advisors) with strong commitment are drafted into an intensive national programme of high-level development of mathematics and physical science educators. The purpose of this programme is to develop leadership capacity and hence sustainability into the system.
Both field workers (project staff) and teachers from the participating schools teach in the vacation schools. The vacation schools are intended to establish and grow a corps of high performers that may continue into higher education while also adding quality to the school experience of other learners.
The work is focused on conceptual engagement with critical concepts, and provide extensive opportunities for learners to engage in problem solving, investigations, experimental work and critical discourse with each other and with teachers. Special learning materials are utilised, and the participating teachers receive intensive training in the content addressed during the vacation schools, as well as the pedagogies utilised. In this way it is hoped that not only the learners who attend the vacation schools will benefit, but that the teachers who participate will acquire enhanced capacities and commitment for the work they do in their regular classes in schools.
On a limited scale, within the capacity and scope for the intervention, certain critical resources for learning in the form of both laboratory equipment and printed materials, are provided to the schools.
Based in Rustenburg, this has been going since 2004 and, as has been mentioned, has made a tremendous impact on the performance of the students involved � some of whom had been exposed to Ukuqonda while at school.
Based in Mooinooi, the programmes started off January 2012.
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Missouri returns nearly $40 million in unclaimed property
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The Missouri State Treasurer's office is breaking records this year.
According to Treasurer Clint Zweifel, the office has returned more than $39.5 million in unclaimed property to 135,000 accounts for the 2013 fiscal year.
Those totals broke the records for property and accounts returned.
Last year, $38.2 million in unclaimed property was returned to 130,000 account owners.
"Breaking records is great, but what really matters is getting this money back to the individuals, businesses, local governments, schools and religious organizations it belongs to," Treasurer Zweifel said.
The Treasurer's Office still has more than $760 million in unclaimed property for 4.5 million account owners. More than 60 of those accounts have more than $100,000.
In Mid-Missouri, which covers Audrain, Benton, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Cole, Cooper, Dent, Gasconade, Howard, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, Montgomery, Morgan, Osage, Pettis, Phelps, Pulaski, and Saline counties, the state has $27.3 million in more than 307,000 accounts.
Since 2009, the treasurer's office has returned over $150 million.
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This set is slightly smaller than expected. The glosses are tiny. They are in plastic tubes instead of acrylic plastic like the full-sized Jouer lip glosses. That being said, this is still an adorable little set. It makes a great gift and the lip glosses are wonderful. Great color payoff & a non-sticky formula.4


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Ontario's New Sex Ed Curriculum: Exactly What Your Kids Will Learn
On Monday, Ontario released a new 2015 Health and Physical Education Curriculum — the first update to the curriculum in 17 years — that will be implemented in schools across the province in September.
The new curriculum will cover topics like sexting, cyber-bullying, consent, and for the first time, six gender identities instead of just two. Students will also to continue to learn about aspects of the reproductive system and sexual health issues throughout the years of elementary and secondary school.
Following Monday's release, some were quick point out significant changes for students in Grade 1. Starting in September, students in that age group will learn the correct names of their body parts, including the terms penis and vagina. Some of the opponents believe teaching kids about these proper terms, as well as same-sex marriage, anal sex, and oral sex should not be part of the curriculum.
To make things a lot more clear — and to move away from the many myths surrounding these changes — we've broken down exactly what kids will learn in each grade. Besides developing areas in sexual health, students will also learn about safety, respectful behaviours and healthy living overall.
In Grade 1, students should be able to identify body parts, including genitalia like the penis, testicles, vagina, vulva, and use correct terminology.
By Grade 2, students will outline the basic stages of human development, including an infant, child, adolescent, adult, older adult, for example, and related bodily changes. They will also identify factors that are important for healthy growth.
In Grade 3, students will be able to describe how visible differences (like facial features, body size and shape, physical aids or different physical abilities. for example) and invisible differences (like learning abilities, personal or cultural values and beliefs, gender identity, sexual orientation, for example), make each person unique. Students will also learn ways of showing respect for differences in others.
In Grade 4, students will describe the physical changes that happen during puberty for males and females — the growth of body hair, breast development, changes in voice and body size, production of body odour, and skin changes, for example. They will also learn about the potential emotional and social impact of these changes.
In Grade 5, students will identify the parts of the reproductive system, and describe how the human body changes during puberty. They will expand their vocabulary with words like cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, endometrium, and clitoris, as well as scrotum, urethra, testicles, prostate gland, seminal vesicles, and vas deferens.
Students in the sixth grade will assess the effects of stereotypes — including homophobia and assumptions regarding gender roles and expectations, sexual orientation, gender expression, race, ethnicity or culture, mental health, and abilities, among others. They will also propose appropriate ways of responding to and changing some of these stereotypes.
In Grade 7, students will touch on consent and the importance of having a shared understanding with a partner about delaying sexual activity, for example. They will go over genital contact, vaginal or anal intercourse and oral sex (including choosing to abstain from these activities). They will also go over reasons for not engaging in sexual activity and the concept of how consent can be communicated in a relationship. Grade 7 students will also touch on the understanding of physical, emotional, social, and psychological factors that need to be considered when making decisions related to sexual health, including STIs, pregnancy, desire, pleasure, gender identity among others. Students will also delve into areas of cyber-bullying, harassment and behaviours like sexting.
In Grade 8, students learn about all six genders including male, female, two-spirited, transgender, transsexual and intersex. They also cover topics of sexual orientation (heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual). When it comes to sex, students will learn about contraception and condom use for pregnancy, STI prevention, consent, and what it means to be in a healthy sexual relationship. For further development, Grade 8 students will also touch on the benefits or attractions of being in a relationship, along with drawbacks and risks like breaking up.
In Grade 9, students will be able to describe how to prevent unintended pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS. A further understanding of gender identities and issues around stigma, culture, religion, media, stereotypes, homophobia, self-image, and others.
Students should be able to describe factors that influence sexual decision making, including personal values, having limits, peer and family expectations, and myths and norms related to sexual activity or safe sex. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how to use decision-making and communication skills effectively to support choices related to sexual health. Discussions on misconceptions about sexuality in our culture, as well as what it means to be in a exclusive relationship.
Understanding a variety of mental illnesses and addictions including: eating disorders; major depression; anxiety disorders; psychotic disorders, and tobacco, alcohol, drug, gambling, gaming, or Internet addictions. Students in Grade 11 will cover proactive health measures like breast and testicular examinations, Pap tests, regular medical check-ups, stress management techniques, among others.
In addition to cyber-bulling, students in Grade 12 will also cover stalking, sexual assault, abuse within a family, extortion, and workplace harassment, for example. Further discussion on healthy relationships, developing healthy sexual relationships with others, and looking at relationships and stereotypes in the media.


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adding frame moulding - color and size
Hi: I'm new to this, but thought I would ask. I have read about chair rail and have installed it in my living room. The room is long - 19 feet with average 8' ceiling. There is one long blank wall (thus the idea of chair rail and frame moulding).
I put the chair rail at 36" high and now have to decide how many boxes to install. I understand the frames should be 3 -5" from base and chair rail. To make the room seem taller thought I would make the boxes 30" high and 24 wide with 5" between. sound ok?
Should I add large boxes on the upper wall or leave the top blank? I have a light golden beige on top and a burn't honey (lighter than rust) on the bottom. I was planning to paint the boxes the same burnt honey for interest but not be overwhelming. Or should I go white on bottom and put the color on top? Have seen rooms done both ways. Sorry to ask so many questions. thanks.:eek:
You should sketch the wall to scale first. I often do this for similar projects to gauge eye appeal. Make several different drawings. Accurate scale is important. Graph paper can be purchased cheaply anywhere other ruled papers are sold. For this application a 12" ruler should suffice, but an architects scale would be nice. If you put frames above the chair rail make them the same width as the bottom and line them up. As for color now, that's all personal choice. One needs to see it in person to help advise. Careful planning helps avoid costly mistakes. Good luck and have fun.
You can also make cardboard templates of various sizes to see which you like best.
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As if you didn't already have enough going on, right?
At Jimmyjane, we frequently get questions from new moms who want to bring their sex lives back. The good news? Not only is great sex possible post-baby, but with a little exploration, it can better than ever.
"I'm a brand-new mom – sex is the last thing on my mind."
After giving birth, many women find that their libidos take a little vacation. Prolactin and oxytocin levels are high, estrogen levels are low and breasts are sore – all of which can make sex less than appealing.
"Ugh, I don't feel sexy."
Hormones aside, many new moms feel less than sexy simply because they're overtired and overextended, or because their bodies have changed. Some moms also say that sex feels like an indulgence when they should be focusing on their child.
"My sex drive needs a kickstart."
Reconnecting with your inner sexpot doesn't always happen quickly. Additionally, many find that the sensations or positions they enjoy post-baby are curiously different from those they enjoyed pre-baby.
"Can't we just go back to how it used to be?"
Picking up exactly where you left off before the baby – especially if you were having spontaneous sex on the kitchen table – may not be a realistic expectation. Lust comes easily early in a relationship because your brains are flooded PEA (Phenethylamine), a natural stimulant. You are literally high on sex. By the time you've had a child, you've come off your PEA buzz, and it's time to get down to business figuring out what really turns you on.
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A new study from Columbia University Medical Center finds that stomach (gastric) cancer originates from bone marrow derived stem cells (BMDC), rather than from stomach stem cells, as previously thought. The study, "Gastric Cancer Originating from Bone Marrow-Derived Cells" is published in the current issue of Science. "This was an unexpected finding, which may lead to a re-evaluation of current assumptions about how all cancers originate," said Timothy C. Wang, M.D., chief, Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases and Dorothy L. and Daniel H. Silberberg Professor of Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and senior author of the study. "The implications of this study may lead to new methods of diagnosis and treatment of many cancers – particularly those that have been linked to chronic inflammation such as stomach, esophagus, lung, pancreas, liver, etc."
A common assumption among cancer specialists is that most cancers originate from tissue stem cells – for example, the gastric stem cells contained in the lining of the stomach. However, the researchers suspected BMDC may contribute to the development or progression of cancer because they are frequently recruited to sites of tissue injury and inflammation, e.g., a typical site for cancer development.
Results found that chronic infection with Helicobacter pylori (known as H. pylori), a common type of bacteria known to cause inflammation and ulcers in the stomach and a known carcinogen, leads to the death of most normal stomach cells. As a result, BMDCs arrive in numbers in an attempt to repair the site. These BMDCs, which are somewhat prone to undergo transformation, progress over time into stomach cancer cells. The research was conducted in mouse models.
"With this clearer understanding of the connection between bone marrow derived stem cells and stomach cancer, I plan to establish screening models for people at high risk of cancer and work to translate the findings into new treatments that specifically target these cells, at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center of Columbia University Medical Center," said Dr. Wang.
About Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Stomach cancer is a grave problem in much of the world – especially Asia, Eastern Europe and parts of Latin America – where it's second only to lung cancer as a cause of cancer deaths.
In the United States and Western Europe, the incidence of stomach cancer has declined dramatically over the past 50 years; however, it remains a very deadly disease. While the survival rate is much more favorable when diagnosed early, unfortunately it is often diagnosed at advanced stages, often because its symptoms – which include bloating, diarrhea, nausea and fatigue – can easily confused with other common conditions. The five-year survival rate for stomach cancer in the United States is approximately 22 percent.
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Snap Judgments: Patriots shocked by Seahawks
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The Patriots were shocked by the Seahawks Sunday afternoon in Seattle, as New England held a fourth quarter lead but couldn't finish off the Seahawks, who posted the 24-23 win over the Patriots.
New England quarterback Tom Brady, who struggled in the rain for large portion of the contest, finished 36-for-58 for 395 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. But it was Seattle rookie quarterback Russell Wilson who stole the show, engineering a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown drives to help the Seahawks post the victory. The Wisconsin product ended up going 16-fot-27 for 293 yards with three touchdowns in the win.
Here are a few quick notes:
'¢As was the case three times in the last four games — with the Buffalo game being the lone exception — the Patriots flamed out down the stretch. New England had a 23-10 lead midway through the fourth, but had to sweat it out down the stretch and ultimately ended up losing the game because of their inability to close. It's becoming a recurring theme for this team, which is now tied with the Jets for first place in the AFC East with New York coming to Foxboro next weekend.
'¢There were issues all around, but there were several times in the fourth quarter where it appeared that the Patriots were playing not to lose instead of to win. There was tentative play on both sides of the ball as New England struggled in all aspects of the game down the stretch. It was a team loss for the Patriots.
'¢Defensive back Kyle Arrington struggled in coverage early. In the first quarter, Wilson hit on a 50-yarder down the middle to wide receiver Doug Wilson, beating Arrington in man coverage. Later on the same drive, Wilson and Baldwin hooked up on a 24-yard pass and throw for a touchdown at Arrington's expense. (It was the first first-quarter touchdown of the season allowed by the Patriots.) Arrington was sent to the sidelines soon after that, and was only seen in packages with multiple defensive backs.
'¢Brady struggled with his accuracy at several points throughout the afternoon — at one point, Erik Scalavino of Patriots Football Weekly had him for six underthrown passes through the fist three-plus quarters. Much of that was likely due to the rainy conditions, which usually mean slippery footballs.
'¢In hindsight, the mismanaged clock at the end of the first half for the Patriots was really unforgivable, particularly in a tight game. After Seattle botched a punt at the end of the first half, New England had the ball in the Seahawks' red zone, but the Patriots were unable to punch it in. Brady tried to fling it toward the end zone with six seconds left, but was called for intentional grounding. The Patriots' chances of trying a late field goal were wiped from the board, as the penalty necessitated a 10-second runoff, and subsequently, the end of the half. A missed opportunity for New England.
'¢The Patriots were able to pile up gobs of yardage in the passing game utilizing Wes Welker (10 catches, 138 yards, one touchdown), Brandon Lloyd (six catches, 80 yards) and Rob Gronkowski (6 catches, 61 yards). Welker in particular had a tremendous game. Seattle defensive back Brandon Browner delivered an absolutely hellacious — but completely clean — hit on Welker on a seven-yard out route late in the second quarter. It was a shot that would have left most on the sidelines for an extended stretch, but four plays later, Welker was back on the field. (It looked like Welker got drilled in the chest.) The slot receiver would go on to haul in an 11-yard reception from Brady to keep the chains moving on third down.
'¢The New England run defense did a terrific job bottling up Seattle running back Marshawn Lynch, with linebacker Brandon Spikes dictating the tempo for much of the afternoon — he delivered a great shot on Lynch on Seattle's first play from scrimmage at the start of the third quarter, busting right up the middle and tackling him for a four-yard loss. Lynch finished with a season-low 41 yards on 15 carries.
'¢There were other positive aspects to the New England defense as well. Rob Ninkovich, who spent most of the game at linebacker (with Dont'a Hightower on the shelf) combined with defensive end Chandler Jones to really do a good job getting after Wilson. Jones had a pair of sacks, and Ninkovich was in the Seattle backfield for much of the afternoon. Linebacker Jerod Mayo and Ninkovich forced fumbles on the afternoon.
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A couple of weeks ago we learned that rapper Iggy Azalea was named the new house of MTV's House of Style and today we get to see a clip of footage from the season premiere episode. As you can see above, Iggy teamed up with designer Jeremy Scott to do a bit of vintage shopping in LA. Iggy talks about her fashion inspirations (Madonna, Cruella de Vil) and Jeremy talks a bit about vintage designers and history. The whole thing does feel like the House of Style episodes that aired on MTV way back in the 90's so, yeah, I think you may like this clip. Have a look, see what you think. Do you like Iggy as the new host of House of Style?0
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wonderful idea-thanks for sharing!
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
wonderful idea-thanks for sharing!
It's not a stash-it's a fabric library!
OMG... I just love this... Thank you very much!!! I live on a fixed income but have attempted to start quilting to make a few dollars here and there to help support my granddaughter. My son was killed 08/15/2010 in a motorcycle accident and he left behind a beautiful 9 month old daughter (at the time). I wanted to do something in memory of my son to try to help support her if at all possible, or start an education fund for her. This will definitely help with saving $$ on the projects that I work on. You're the best!!!
what a good tute and English, too!
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They can't see how truly beautiful they are,
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great idea , i am off to make me one.thank you
Thank you for the tip!
Just passing through!
That gives me an idea! I'm going to get some of the fine-grade steel wool, and use it to make a pin cushion!!
What a terrific idea! Sure beats buying needles every couple of months. Because you have passed this tidbit onto us I am doing likewise with quilting friends, along with your instructions. Note to others: thin the roll of (fine) steel wool by unrolling it. It makes it easier stuffing into the bag plus getting it under the sewing machine needle later.
To keep instructions with pictures close at hand (on my computer), I copied the contents of your post into a MS Word document. I also copied the URL address showing where the idea came from; it is in the header of the document. With the gift to friends, I'll include the instructions so they can pass onto their friends. Thank you - God Bless You!!
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His_Grace, super idea using in pin cushions - thanks for posting it (God's grace is sufficient). Recently, a friend and I made "owl pincushions" - I found the idea from another craft web site.
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Great idea. Thanks so much for your instructions and your English is just fine.
Thanks for sharing.