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While no one story dominates today's front pages, the disclosure of a secret list of what MPs can claim on expenses to furnish their second homes is given prominent coverage across the board.
The Daily Mail and the Sun, which both lead with the story, are particularly outraged to learn that MPs are allowed to claim up to £22,000 for a range of luxury goods, from a £750 high definition TV to £10,000 for a new kitchen.
Under the headline "On the house!", the Mail fumes that the list of 38 items is known as the "John Lewis" list "because it is based on prices at the upmarket department store, which specialises in top-of-the-range goods". It notes that the maximum claim of £300 for rugs could buy you "a luxury hand-knotted Pakistan Bokhara rug", which is described on the John Lewis website as "soft and velvety".
The paper says the list, which was only made public thanks to the freedom of information act, will further erode public faith in politicians. It quotes the former anti-sleaze MP Martin Bell as saying the expenses were "abuses" and that public trust in politics would plunge to "below rock bottom".
The Sun, under the headline "On the makeover", notes indignantly that many of the "goodies" allowed under the "additional costs allowance" are well beyond what "many hard working families hit by this week's budget could afford".
The Telegraph, which also runs the story on its front page, says the House of Commons director of resources, Andrew Walker, had previously refused to make the list public, claiming it would encourage MPs to take advantage of the system by submitting expenses at the upper limit. However, the paper notes that a full list of allowances claimed by MPs since 2004 is set to be made public by the end of the year, which one would hope may curb their lavish tastes in the future.
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* Sun: On the makeover
Many of the papers are still unpicking the nasty surprises hidden away in this week's budget, with the details of higher taxes facing motorists provoking most attention. The Telegraph, which leads with the story, describes the tax rises as a "clampdown" on the middle classes, which will see nine out of 10 drivers paying more.
The paper is sceptical about the government's claims that the tax rises are environmentally friendly, noting that the duty on Rolls Royces and Porsches will rise by less than the typical family saloon. For example, while the tax on a Vauxhall Astra 2.0i 16v or Saab 9-3 MY2008 will more than double from £210 to £430, the tax on a Rolls Royce Phantom or a HummerH3 or Porsche Cayenne GTS will only rise by 13.75% from £400 to £455. The Mail reckons the tax rises mean that "'Mondeo Man', courted by Labour to get the party into power more than a decade ago, is now paying the price of filling the government's borrowing black hole".
* Telegraph: Higher tax for 9 in 10 drivers
* Mail: Seven out of 10 new cars will be hit by hikes in road tax
The Times leads with growing fears of a worldwide recession, which increased yesterday when a US21bn (STG10.4bn) mortgage fund collapsed. The paper reports on bankers warning that the collapse of the Carlyle Capital Corporation "was a sign the credit crunch had taken another deadly turn". It says the collapse led to panicked investors snapping up gold, which rose to more than US1,000 per ounce yesterday, in a repeat of the 1970s when inflation was "rampant and people were stockpiling baked beans".
The International Herald Tribune notes that the price of oil also rose to a new high yesterday, while the dollar fell sharply against the yen and the euro. The paper says the market turmoil suggests the US government's announcement of a US200bn injection of extra liquidity into the US banking system was unlikely to provide a solution to the credit crush crisis.
The Times adds that the growing market turmoil in the US is fuelling fears that Britain's STG1 trillion debt mountain could collapse, leaving thousands of homeowners struggling with debt or facing repossession.
* Rising prices and anxiety cause surprise drop in US retail sales
* Times: Gold soars as panicking investors seek safety
* IHT: Problems of sagging dollar likely to snowball
Sticking with the theme of financial woe, the Daily Express leads with what it calls a stealth tax bombshell in this week's budget. The paper says an analysis of the small print of Alistair Darling's first budget reveals that "hard-working families will suffer most" while "lone parents and households where no one works will be rewarded with a significant boost to their incomes". From which we can deduce that, in the Express's eyes, there are no hard-working single-parent families.
The paper says that, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, the "average family" is expected to be STG110 a year worse off, while lone parents, whether in work or not, will see their incomes rise by 1.25%.
* Express: Now a tax on hard work!
Not content with trying to bring peace to the Middle East, Tony Blair is now turning his attention to tackling climate change. The Guardian leads with an interview with the former prime minister in which he claims he can secure a global deal that would have the backing of the US and China. Blair says he can help prepare a blueprint for an agreement to cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2050, and has the backing of the White House, the UN and Europe, including Gordon Brown. Quite whether the green movement will embrace Blair as the world's potential saviour remains to be seen. Some would say he produced more than enough hot air during his premiership.
* Blair to lead campaign on climate change
Staying with Tony Blair's dubious legacy, the Independent leads with news that the National Union of Teachers has accused the Ministry of Defence of pushing pro-Iraq war propaganda on schools. The paper reports that a lesson plan drawn up by the ministry makes no mention of the civilian casualties caused by the war, downplays the number of British military casualties and significantly underestimates the financial cost of the conflict. The union believes the lesson plan breaches the 1996 Education Act, which aims to ensure political issues are treated in a balanced way.
* MoD accused of propaganda in Iraq worksheets for schools
* Independent: Iraq: teachers told to rewrite history
Meanwhile the health of the Dirty Dancing star Patrick Swayze preoccupies the Daily Mirror, which leads with a story that the actor, who is undergoing chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer, has been photographed smoking. The paper's doctor, Miriam Stoppard, cheerfully notes that the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer is "only about two years" and "most patients do not survive the first year after the diagnosis is made". She speculates: "Perhaps his smoking is an act of defiance against his bad luck. Perhaps he just does not care anymore. Perhaps he is just going to suit himself until his time comes." And perhaps Dr Stoppard can spare her readers any more cod psychology.
* Mirror: Cancer-stricken actor 'pictured smoking'
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The elevator ride down a half mile and later, the ride back up are adventures in themselves. Be aware that they do pack you into the elevator and that is the reason some say it is not for people with claustrophobia. However, the elevator ride only lasts a few short minutes, and you will be glad you took this tour....
This was a fantastic tour for our entire family - our girls are 10, 10 and 8. We all learned a lot and the guides did a great job explaining everything and telling us how the mine came to be and what it was like when in operation. The ride down the elevator shaft was exciting!
This was a very fun stop on our road trip. The guide was clearly extremely passionate about the history and process of the mine and local area, and it came through in his enthusiastic presentation.
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This was my first time touring the mine, always been on my list to do. Very pretty drive from Duluth. For two people we paid $24, the tour was nearly two hours. No bags or hats are allowed down in the mine, they do provide free lockers. Temperature is a constant 51 degrees, so a light jacket may be needed....
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You will gain a "deep" appreciation for the life of the deep rock iron miners in Minnesota's past. The tour guides do a fabulous job of portraying exactly what the life was like underground. The ride down 2,700 feet is loud and a little claustrophobic, but very safe and gives one a better appreciation of the daily rigor of the...
We were able to take a small mine "elevator" down 1/2 mile underground to the 27th level of a mine where iron ore was mined up until 1962. Our guide was VERY knowledgeable and showed us how the mining was done, the risks associated with it, the history of it, and the economics associated with iron ore mining and its...
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With a slew of successful films and a legion of adoring fans, Kate Beckinsale lacks for nothing these days. But back when she filmed "Pearl Harbor," the "Serendipity" star received a ton of negativity from director Michael Bay.
During her interview on "The Graham Norton Show," Kate declared, "I think he was baffled by me because my boobs weren't bigger than my head and I wasn't blonde. I'd just had my daughter and had lost weight...but I was told that if I got the part, I'd have to work out, and I just didn't understand why a 1940s nurse would do that."
He's made some of the hottest blockbuster films of the past couple of decades, and now Michael Bay is ready to move on from his work on the "Transformers" franchise.
The "Pearl Harbor" stud told USA today, "There's a lot that's unexplored, but that's for the next director to figure out. They're hard movies to do and it takes every day for two years. They're fun, but they're hard."
She had a major fallout with Michael Bay in 2009, but it seems Megan Fox and the "Transformers" director have officially put aside their differences.
During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the 27-year-old actress revealed she was more than happy to sign up for Michael's new action-packed film, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."
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The "Transformers" director was a guest speaker at the Consumer's Electronics Show Convention in Las Vegas on Monday (January 6) when he walked off stage during his speech.
Clearing up exactly what went down on the set of his new movie in Hong Kong on Thursday (October 17), Michael Bay took to his website to set the record straight.
As previously reported by GossipCenter, the director was attacked by local business owners who wanted money for the loss of revenue due to the interruption from filming.
In an odd turn of events, director Michael Bay was attacked on the set of "Transformers: Age of Extinction" on Thursday (October 17).
According to police, two brothers who own a business in the area where the motion picture is filming approached Mr. Bay and demanded money for the loss or revenue their shop was suffering as a result of the shoot.
Continuing their promotional trip throughout Asia, Megan Fox and Shia LaBeouf teamed up for the "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" premiere in Seoul, South Korea on Tuesday (June 9).
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Sir Tristram
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|Sir Tristram is a thoroughbred racehorse out of Isolt by Sir Ivor. He was born around 1971 in Ireland, and was bred by not found.
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|New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame (2008)
|Horse (Equus ferus caballus)
|Last updated on October 20, 2009
Sir Tristram (IRE) (1971-1997) was an Irish-bred Thoroughbred racehorse who stood at stud in New Zealand, where he sired an extraordinary 45 Group One winners, including three Melbourne Cup winners. Sir Tristram was by the outstanding racehorse and sire Sir Ivor (by Sir Gaylord) out of Isolt (by Round Table), and had 19 starts for two wins in France.[1]
Trained by Clive Brittain and raced in Ireland, England and France, owner Raymond Guest sent Sir Tristram to Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky to compete in the 1974 Kentucky Derby. Under jockey Bill Hartack, the colt finished eleventh. [1]
Following his racing career, he was purchased by Sir Patrick Hogan of Cambridge Stud in New Zealand, and entered stud in 1976 at the modest stud fee of $1,200. By the time of his death in August 1997, his fee had risen to $200,000. 'Paddy', as he was affectionately known, had a reputation as a difficult horse to handle, although this is not a trait which seems to have been inherited by his progeny. In fact, he was so difficult that his handler was forced to wear protective gear, which remains on display at Cambridge Stud. Sir Tristram is the sire of over 140 stakes winners, including the Melbourne Cup winners Gurner's Lane (1982), Empire Rose (1988), and Brew (2000). He is also the broodmare sire of over 200 stakes winners, including the Melbourne Cup winners Saintly and Ethereal, and has earned himself a reputation as a sire of sires. His sire sons include Zabeel (who continues to stand at Cambridge Stud at a fee of NZD$100,000)[2], Marauding, Dr Grace and Grosvenor.
Whilst he was known as a sire of stayers, Sir Tristram's progeny and further descendants have excelled over a wide range of distances. As well as siring winners of the Melbourne Cup (the world's richest handicap - over 3,200 metres), Sir Tristram sired Marauding, who won a Golden Slipper (the world's richest two-year-old race - over 1,200 metres), and several other outstanding two-year-olds.
Sir Tristram was humanely euthanized in 1997 after he broke his shoulder and he was buried standing up - 'A priest conducted a 40-minute service for the horse they called "Paddy"'.[3]
In 2008, Sir Tristram was inducted in the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame.[4]
- ↑ NZ Blood-horse Ltd, Register of Thoroughbred Stallions of New Zealand, Vol. IX, May 1976
- ↑ Cambridge Stud Stallions 2010
- ↑ SMH - Two Gallipolis: legend and facts Retrieved on 30 May 2009
- ↑ Cambridge Stud Retrieved on 30 May 2009
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Here are the Nationals' and Diamondbacks lineups for the start of their four-game series at Chase Field. Tonight's game starts at 9:40 local time.
Morgan, cf
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This is the third benchmark report developed for the Electric Utility Industry Sustainable Supply Chain Alliance
CAPS Research releases a benchmarking report on Supplier Environmental Sustainability Performance.
This is the third benchmark report developed for the Electric Utility Industry Sustainable Supply Chain Alliance.
The report focuses on their suppliers' commitment to environmental sustainability. Data was provided by 292 different suppliers of which 211 are non-manufacturers and 81 are manufacturers. This benchmark report looks at how key suppliers are addressing Policy and Environmental Management, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions, Energy Consumption, Water Consumption, Waste and Materials Management, and Innovation.
A majority of the manufacturers (73 percent) reported they have an environmental policy in place, and one-third of those who do not yet have a policy in place expect to do so within the next year. Only 44 percent of the non-manufacturers reported they have an environmental management policy in place, and only 27 percent of those who do not yet have a plan in place expect to do so within the next year. This data is fairly consistent with previous years' data, but overall there is about a four percent increase in both manufacturers and non-manufacturers who have reported their environmental policies are in place.
It appears that suppliers, both large and small, will start seeing more pressure from their customers to implement an environmental management policy. Information on carbon management and environmental sustainability are being factored into supplier scorecards as companies are looking at their supply chains to help minimize their own carbon footprint.
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The world has changed so much since our last newsletter. It is now one without Steve Jobs. His death, which came a day after Apple launched the much anticipated iPhone 4S, generated a spontaneous and understandable outpouring of grief from people around the world and the business and technology sector in particular. Heartfelt condolences and tributes came pouring in from people from all walks of life � state heads, industry leaders, competitors, customers, and common men. We at VisaPro join the rest of the world in offering our homage to the departed visionary, who, as President Obama fittingly mentioned in his tribute, transformed our lives and changed the way each of us sees the world.
Meanwhile, the state of economy continues to dominate the headlines and not in a positive way. All indications are aligned with the opinions of many economists that the economy could be facing some tough times ahead. With the rising uncertainty and apprehension surrounding the stalled recovery in the U.S. and Eurozone debt crisis persisting, the protests against global financial system continue to gain momentum. The �Occupy Wall Street� movement, which debuted in New York City, has spread to over 100 cities in the the U.S. as well as to scores of cities around the world, including in South America, Asia and Europe.
In immigration news, the registration period for the Diversity Visa -2013 (Green Card Lottery) Program began on Tuesday, October 4, 2011. Registration concludes on Saturday, November 5, 2011.
On the H-1B front, the H-1B cap count is beginning to see some major movement. The total cap count has gone significantly beyond the half-way mark, with master�s cap cases almost reaching the 20,000 cap. As of October 14, 2011, USCIS has received 43,300 regular cap eligible cases out of 65,000, and 19,600 master�s cap cases out of 20,000. While the regular cap number is on pace with last year, this year�s master�s cap is significantly ahead of the count from the same time last year. As the number of H-1B applications being filed continues to accelerate towards the cap limit, employers intending to employ foreign workers are advised not to leave things to the last moment. Make sure to contact VisaPro to discuss all options as soon as a position is offered.
Significantly, the November 2011 Visa Bulletin brought some long awaited good news for EB-2 Green Card applicants from India and China. In the recently published U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin, the EB-2 priority dates for India and China have moved to November 1, 2007 from 15 July, 2007 - the most significant progression in EB-2 numbers for India and China since August, 2007. The DOS has indicated, however, that retrogression is very likely in this category in the coming months to make up for the expected immigrant visa demand.
In the area of immigration enforcement, the federal court in Alabama heard the challenges against Alabama's controversial immigration law, HB 56. Unfortunately, it ruled not to block some of the most controversial provisions of the law. While the ruling prevented the enforcement of part of the statute that makes it a crime to knowingly transport or harbor an illegal immigrant, other controversial provisions were allowed to stand, including the requirement that public schools determine the immigration status of children upon enrollment and a provision giving police the power to detain people suspected of being in the US illegally without bail. The Justice Department, however, immediately filed an appeal to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta against the ruling. The 11th Circuit Court further stayed several additional provisions of the law including the provision regarding public school children. While the further injunctions against enforcement of the law do not affect the final decision the Appellate Court will make, it seems to be a step in the right direction. The DOJ has also set up a hotline and email for the public to report potential civil rights concerns related to the impact of Alabama�s Immigration Law.
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Without warning or advance notice, USCIS began sending original I-797 receipt and approval notices directly to applicants and petitioners and only courtesy copies of the notices to attorneys or accredited representatives on September 12, 2011. Previously, the original notice was customarily sent to the attorney or accredited representative while a courtesy copy was sent to the applicant or petitioner. While USCIS has informed that its objective is to make sure that original receipts, decisions, and documents produced as a result of approved applications or petitions are sent to the address specified by the party making the request, immigration law practitioners have pointed out that the courtesy copy being mailed to them do not contain all crucial documents that they might need to advise clients suitably. Furthermore, attorneys and many employers, especially large corporate entities with multiple offices and mailing sorting departments are worried that notices, most especially approval notices with I-94s attached, will become sorted incorrectly or severely delayed. While it does not appear that USCIS will recall the change and restore the earlier process, USCIS did send a letter to stakeholders indicating that the attorney�s or accredited representative�s address can be listed as the mailing address. USCIS has warned, however, that using the attorney�s address may trigger VIBE mismatches. It is too early too early to tell if USCIS will allow this method indefinitely.
The Department of Homeland Security has extended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Sudan for 18 months, while at the same time designating the newly formed Republic of South Sudan for TPS for 18 months. Both the extension and the new designation are effective Nov. 3, 2011, and will continue through May 2, 2013. DHS is also automatically extending the validity of employment authorization documents (EADs) issued under the last extension of Sudan TPS for an additional six months, through May 2, 2012. All affected individuals seeking to obtain or maintain their TPS must file their application package no later than April 10, 2012.
The Office of the Administrative Law Judges (ALJ) of the U.S. Department of Labor, Washington, DC, has approved a Settlement Agreement between the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division and the Board of Education of Prince George�s County in the matter of violations related to teachers in H-1B nonimmigrant status. The terms of the approved settlement include payment of over $4.2 million in back wages and an agreement to a two-year debarment period for the school district.
Other Developments in Immigration Law
DOL postpones the effective date for final rule concerning H-2B wage methodology
Pending two challenges to the new H-2B Wage Rule, the Department of Labor has announced a 60-day postponement of the effective date for the final rule concerning the wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B program from September 30, 2011 to November 30, 2011. The Wage Rule revises the methodology for calculating the prevailing wages to be paid to H�2B workers and U.S. workers recruited in connection with a temporary labor certification for use in petitioning the DHS to employ a nonimmigrant worker in the H�2B status.
USCIS Seeks Public Comments on Proposed Rule Impacting Certain Pending EB-5 Immigrant Investor Applications
USCIS has sought public comments on a proposed rule that would enable the Service to process certain applications approved between 1995 and 1998 by immigrant investors under the EB-5 program. The provisions of the proposed rule would specifically enable USCIS to process the cases of approximately 580 principal immigrant investors and their dependents, whose Forms I-526 were approved during the period between January 1, 1995, and August 31, 1998, and who, prior to November 2, 2002, had either, sought to register for permanent residence or adjust their status using Form I-485, or, sought to the remove the conditions on permanent residence obtained as an alien entrepreneur using Form I-829. This rule would not impact any other applications or petitions filed under the EB-5 program. Comments on the proposed rule could be submitted until November 28, 2011.
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Also, remember to check out our In Focus article for this month titled �US Visa for Artist and Entertainer: O1 Visa, P1 Visa, P3 Visa, B-1, and More...� which presents a snapshot of the various nonimmigrant visa options available to foreign national artists and entertainers who want to come and perform in the U.S.
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I am currently in the US on an H-1B visa. I will be completing my 6th year on H-1B in January 2012. I plan on returning back to India, my home country, upon the expiration of y H-1B. I am confused about the 1 year restriction on coming to the US after being in the US on H-1B for 6 years. Can I come to the US on a visitor visa next year, or will I be barred from entering the US on any visa for 1 year?
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I am a citizen of Romania and my husband is a U.S. citizen. I came to the U.S. on a K-1 visa last month and we got married in the U.S. last week. Does my K-1 status automatically change to permanent resident status after my marriage, or do I have to file any additional paperwork? Also, can I start working in the U.S. now?
You and your U.S. Citizens spouse must now file your Adjustment of Status Petition along to Employment Authorization Document. You are the spouse of a USC are entitled to an immediate visa [Ed. Note- an immigrant visa or green card is a privilege granted by USCIS or DOS after the appropriate interview and all conditions are met], meaning that are not binded to the availability of a visa number for you. You will be scheduled for a biometrics appointment and your work permit must be expected to be approved in about 90 days upon receipt of the petition by USCIS. You will not long after than be scheduled for an adjustment of status interview at USCIS. You will be issued a conditional green card. [sic]
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U.S. Embassy Consular Exchange Rate adjusted in India
The United States Embassy and Consulates in India have adjusted the consular exchange rate from INR 47 to the dollar to INR 50 to the dollar. This new exchange rate, which became effective on September 19, 2011, is effective for all rupee-denominated costs of applying for visas and passports, including the nonimmigrant visa application fee paid at HDFC bank branches prior to the scheduling of visa appointments. Receipts that were issued by the HDFC Bank prior to September 19, 2011 and which are still not more than one year old will be honored.
H1B Cap Count Reaches to 43,300
USCIS has updated the count of H-1B petitions received and counted towards the H-1B cap for the fiscal year 2012. As of October 14, 2011, USCIS has received approximately 43,000 H-1B cap-subject petitions and 19,600 master�s cap-subject petitions.
I am a UK national currently in England. I have an L-1 visa with a U.S. based employer. I am based in the UK but make regular trips to the U.S. I am, however, leaving my employer soon to start my own business, which will likely require me to meet with customers in the U.S. Can I use my existing L-1 visa to come to the U.S., or do should I get a new L-1 visa for my company?
The L-1 visa stamp currently in your passport is connected to your current employer. The moment you are not employed by your L-1 employer, it becomes invalid. Hence, you cannot use that to come to the U.S. after you have terminated your employment with your current L-1A employer. At this point, you cannot qualify for an L-1 visa for the new business that you are starting because to get an L-1 visa, you have to be able to prove that you have already completed at least one year of employment physically outside the U.S. for the foreign entity that has a U.S. related company. Further the L-1A requires that you are coming to the US to be an Executive, or Manager, or an individual with Specialized Knowledge. As you are just starting the business, you do not satisfy these conditions and hence would not be eligible to apply for an L-1 visa at this point. In the meantime, if you have to come to the US on behalf of the company you are employed by outside the US for brief meetings with people in the US, the 90-day Visa Waiver is probably adequate for your purposes. If you need more than 90 days, you could apply for a B-1 temporary Business Visitor visa.
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If I've learned anything in the last week, it's that we really need to import California's 99¢ Only Stores to the East Coast. They hadn't even crossed my mental radar screen until this week, when I saw two articles that presented it as not just a money-saving option, but a valid place to get edible, whole foods, which helped two different people save money and lose weight. [More]
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The thing about food stamps is, they're called "food" stamps. Not "smartphone" or "iPod" or "tablet" stamps. You can't eat those things (please don't try), as they aren't what's known as "food." As such, the owner of four dollar stores in New Jersey is in hot water after allegedly allowing customers to ring up more than $5 million fraudulent food stamp transactions.
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Need something quick? You might be able to dash out and find a dollar store faster than you can spot a chain drugstore location. A new study says drugstores are being outpaced in numbers by the total amount of dollar stores in the U.S.
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With many people still looking for ways to save in this tough economy, you might expect bargain-hunters lined up to buy things at dollar stores. But some practitioners of the dark art of extreme couponing (soon to be an X Games event, we hope), say that you can often do a lot better by going to your regular grocery or big box store so long as you come armed with coupons.
Dollar Store Grand Opening Attracts Hundreds Of Shoppers
To promote the opening of a new store, ultra-discount chain 99 Cents Only stocked a few things they don't normally carry, and sold them for 99 cents. Things like iPods and scooters. When they opened a store in San Jose, Calif., this sale proved popular. Very popular.
Shop At A Dollar Store, Gamble On Quality
Marlene Alexander will buy pretty much anything, at least once, from her local dollar store. Then depending on how well it holds up, she might write about it to warn others. She's put together a list of some of the biggest dollar store failures she's encountered over the past year.
Save Money On Groceries By Buying The Ugly Ones
Salvage grocers are stores that stock all the dented, crushed, slightly past their "best by" date products that consumers have been trained to avoid. Because of this, they're the Dollar General or Big Lots of supermarkets, with prices up to half off regular store prices, says the Associated Press.
Are Dollar Stores Really That Cheap?
Kim McGrigg at Blogging for Change took a look at the dollar stores in her neighborhood and found that it can take some work to make sure you're actually saving money. In fact, on a couple of items she actually paid a fraction more than what she would have at a superstore like Walmart. This matches what Consumer Reports' shopping mag, ShopSmart, discovered in their recent "Dollar Mania" report (free PDF download).
99 Cents Only Stores Raise Prices To 99.99¢, Narrowly Avoid Having To Buy New Signs
99 Cents Only, the L.A.-based chain of not-quite-a-dollar stores, has come up with a novel approach to the growing losses it faces as the economy worsens: they're raising their top-priced items to 99.99 cents.
"Dollar Or More" Store Apparently Doing Better Than "99 cents Or Less" Store
Reader Daniel says that this "dollar store" where everything is a dollar or more seems to be doing better than the 99 cents or less store on the same street. It's having a store-wide 50% off sale.
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Can there be any sadder indication of our toilet-water economy than a dollar store that references its own happier, cheaper past? This New York City dollar store has pulled down its old sign, "Everything 99¢ Or Less," and rebranded.


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Just my thoughts. I cycle all the time and also run. I cycle for fun. Doing 10 mile cycle should not really effect too much. I'd run 10 miles then think not much of it to go out for a ride on the bike. Cross training I believe is a good thing. However the only way to get better at running is by running. Don't over do it though. Also I wouldn't worry about getting faster before doing an event. If your happy doing 10k in training get out there and do some events. It wont hurt. I'm slow as a week in Jail 56.03 PB in 10k but I love it and I don't usually finish too near the back and if I did it wouldn't bother me in the slightest.
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text: Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 Case report Bilateral implant-retained auricular prosthesis in a patient with Treacher Collins syndrome: a case report Seçil Karakoca Nemli,1* Esma Başak Gül,2 Merve Bankoğlu Güngör1 Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Gazi University, Ankara, 2Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey 1 ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Treacher Collins Syndrome (TCS), a rare autosomal dominant disorder, primarily affects the development of facial structures. Although surgical reconstruction is the treatment of choice for auricular deformities that result from TCS, the implant-retained auricular prosthesis must be considered when surgical reconstruction is not possible. CASE REPORT: In this case report, reconstruction of the bilateral congenitally missing ears of a patient resulting from TCS with implant-retained facial prosthesis was described. Three extraoral implants were placed at bilateral defect sites. After 3-month healing period, osseointegration was confirmed manually objectively by means of resonance frequency analysis. Implant-retained silicone auricular prostheses with bar-clips attachments were fabricated. Follow-up examination was carried out every 6 months. CONCLUSION: After 4 years of function, implants were successful, however deterioration of the prosthesis was observed and replacement prostheses were provided. Prosthetic rehabilitation of the patient resulted in acceptable functional and cosmetic results and enabled the patient return comfortably to society. KEYWORDS: Ear deformities; Franceschetti-Klein syndrome; mandibulofacial dysostosis; maxillofacial prosthesis implantation; Treacher Collins syndrome CITATION: Karakoca Nemli S, Gül EB, Bankoğlu Güngör M. Bilateral implant-retained auricular prosthesis in a patient with Treacher Collins syndrome: a case report. Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 Received: May 03, 2013; Accepted: June 24, 2013 *Corresponding author: Seçil Karakoca Nemli, Gazi University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, 8.. cadde, 82. sokak, 06510, Emek, Ankara, Türkiye; e-posta: [email protected] All rights reserved © 2014 Gazi University INTRODUCTION Treacher Collins Syndrome (TCS), also known as mandibulofacial dysostosis or Franceschetti-Klein syndrome, is a rare autosomal dominant disorder of the cranio-facial morphogenesis that affects 1:50.000 live births.1 This disorder was described by British ophthalmologist Edward Treacher Collins in 1900 and re-evaluated by the Swiss ophthalmologist Adolphe Franceschetti and Klein in 1949. TCS is thought to be caused by impaired development of structures derived from the first and second branchial arches between the fifth and eighth week of intrauterine growth.2 Symptoms of the syndrome ranges from mild to severe. Characteristic features are usually symmetrical and include abnormalities of the external ear, atresia of the auditory canal, bilateral conductive hearing loss, hypoplasia of the zygomatic complex and mandible, cleft palate, and down slanting palpebral fissures, frequently accompanied by lower eyelid coloboma and a paucity of eyelashes medial to the defect. Cognitive development and intelligence is not affected in TCS however, associated hearing loss and oral malformation can lead to delays in speech.3 Facial deformities may have a significant impact on patients' speech and quality of life. In addition, absence of an auricle, in the presence of an auditory canal, affects hearing; because the auricle gathers sound and directs it into the canal. The auricle also helps to localize sounds, especially in conjunction with the other ear.4 Alternatives for ear reconstruction are autogenous and prosthetic reconstruction. Autegenous techniques yield consistent results in majority of patients with congenital auricular deformity.5 However it has disadvantages those often requires numerous surgical procedures spanning several years and the resulting structure may not be anatomically correct and esthetically pleasing.5,6 Prosthetic reconstruction of the auricle became a viable alternative with extraoral use of osseointegrated implants. Osseointegrated implants enhance retention and stability of the prostheses and overcome the complications of previous methods.7 Attachments facilitate proper Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 32 Prosthesis in Treacher Collins syndrome positioning of prostheses, skin and mucosa are protected from irritation caused by mechanical retention devices or adhesives, enhanced esthetics can be obtained by creation and maintenance of fine feathered margins, the longevity of the prostheses is also extended by the use of implants, as marginal degradation due to daily application and removal of adhesives is eliminated.8 Therefore, implant retention is currently considered the standard of care in facial rehabilitation. In the present report, reconstruction of the bilateral congenitally missing ears of a patient resulting from TCS, with implantretained facial prosthesis was described. CASE REPORT A 17-year-old female patient affected by TCS presented for reconstructive treatment. Clinical examination revealed that the patient had bilateral completely anotic ears, hypoplasia of zygomatic complex and maxilla, and down-slanting palpebral fissures (Figure 1). The patient's medical history revealed that atresia of the auditory canal was treated. For esthetic reconstruction, bilateral implantretained auricular prosthesis was planned. Potential implant sites were evaluated for bone quantity by means of computed tomography scans. The objective of this evaluation was to determine optimal implant positions for functionally and esthetically pleasing prostheses. The optimal implant site was found to have insufficient bone, therefore bilateral implants were placed posteriorly. Implants inserted using a two-stage procedure.7 Three extraoral implants, 5 mm in length, (EO implant; Institut Straumann AG, Basel, Switzerland) were placed at each site. After 3-month healing period, implants were exposed. Implant stability was assessed manually and also measured objectively by means of resonance frequency analysis (RFA) described by Meredith et al.9 A standardized abutment (Smartpeg, Integration Diagnostics AB, Goteburg, Sweden) was inserted into the implants. The probe of magnetic wireless resonance frequency analyzer (Osstell Mentor, Integration Diagnostics AB, Goteburg, Sweden) was held until the instrument beeped and displayed the implant stability quotient (ISQ) value (Figure 2). The ISQ value was used as a measurement of implant stability. ISQ values ranging between 1 and 100 indicates that the higher the ISQ, the more stable is the implant.9 ISQ values of 6 implants were ranging between 32 and 49 at abutment connection. The mean ISQ values of right and left site implants were 46.8±4.2 and 44±4.4, respectively. ISQ values were also measured at 6 months (right: 43.7±4.2 and left: 45.7±4.9), 12 months (right: 47.3±2.5 and left: 49.7±1.5), 24 months (right: 50.7±1.2 and left: 50±3.2) and 36 months (right: 50.3±1.5 and left: 49.7±2.1) follow-up controls. Abutments were connected to the implants and tightened with a torque control device (Institut Straumann All rights reserved © 2014 Gazi University Figure 1. Frontal view of the patient affected by the Treacher Collins Syndrome Figure 2. RFA measurement of one of the implants in the defect site AG), up to 15 Ncm, as recommended by the manufacturer. The skin flap was sutured (Silk Suture, Boz; Ankara, Turkey) and gauze packing was applied. The peri-implant tissue was allowed to heal for 2 weeks. Hair bearing skin was lubricated with petroleum jelly. Impression copings (Institut Straumann AG), were secured on abutments and impressions were made using a vinyl polysiloxane impression material (Express; 3M ESPE, St Paul, MN, USA). The impression was poured in type III dental stone (Labstone; Heraeus Kulzer, Armonk, NY, USA) and allowed the stone to set. Before fabricating the bar which is used to splint the implants and provide retention by means of clips, the wax patterns of the prostheses were fabricated to determine optimal bar position. On the left side, uppermost implant was decided not to be used for supporting the bar-clip retention system because of unfavorable angulation. Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 S Karakoca Nemli et al. On the cast including implant and abutment analogues, the bars (Dolder Bar Matrix; Institut Straumann AG), were fabricated. The accuracy of the fitting of the bar was verified on the patient (Figure 3). Acrylic resin (Panacryl; Arma Dental, Istanbul, Turkey) substructures that housed the retentive clips were fabricated. Wax pattern of the prostheses were then completed on the definitive cast. The size, shape, position and fit were evaluated on the patient. The auricular prostheses were fabricated from silicone which was intrinsically pigmented. Silicone was processed as described previously (Figure 4).10 Color matching of the prostheses was found sufficient by the patient and the clinicians, therefore extrinsic coloration was not applied (Figures 5,6). The prostheses were inserted and the patient was instructed in home care. The patient was instructed to clean the prosthesis and skin around the abutments daily with a soft tooth brush and irrigate with warm water and soap to remove skin accretions. Also, the patient was told not to sleep with the prostheses. After delivery of the prosthesis, the patient was examined a week later. Then, clinical follow-up examinations were carried out every 6 months, unless some complications occurred sooner. The patient has been wearing the prostheses for 4 years. The skin around the attachments appeared healthy, and retention of the prostheses was good. The patient was happy with the appearance of the prostheses as she wore earrings. However, discoloration and deterioration at thin edges of the prostheses was observed at the third year recall examination, therefore replacement prostheses were provided. The patient provided written informed consent that the data and the photographs can be used for scientific purposes. 33 a Figure 3. Dolder bar in place with passive fit for both sides b Figure 4. Silicone auricular prostheses DISCUSSION High success rates has been reported for the implants in the auricular site ranging from 93-100%.6,11-14 The success criteria for craniofacial implants15 was proposed by modifying dental implant success criteria described by Alberktsson et al.16 The clinical manifestation of osseointegration is the absence of implant mobility, both at placement and during function. Widely used clinical technique to determine craniofacial implant mobility is assessing the implant abutments manually for the presence of clinically detectable mobility by means of lateral application of pressure to the implant by two opposing instruments, and recording as positive or negative. However an objective method to measure stability of craniofacial implants might be beneficial. Measuring implant stability by means of RFA, a reliable, easy, predictable and objective method, primary and secondary stability of implants can be quantified. Therefore, in cases with low stability at placement or at the end of the healing period, All rights reserved © 2014 Gazi University Figure 5. Right and left side profile view of the patient with auricular prostheses extending the healing period may be a simple approach to gain additional stability. A low ISQ value at a postloading examination may indicate disintegration of implant-bone interface and ongoing failure. In such a case, superstructure of the implant may be removed and unloaded healing period may give the implant sufficient time to regain stability.17 In the present case, RFA method was applied at the placement, at the end of Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 Prosthesis in Treacher Collins syndrome Figure 6. Frontal view of the patient with auricular prostheses healing period and at postloading examinations. As quantitative measurement of craniofacial implant stability has very limited application in the literature17,18 comparison of the ISQ values of the present case is not reliable. However, increase over time in the ISQ values for clinically successful implants may be a good predictor of implant prognosis. According to the authors' opinion, routine clinical application of RFA to craniofacial implants may be beneficial for monitoring implant prognosis. To achieve an optimal prosthetic result, location of implants is critical. During treatment planning, consultation of the surgeon and the maxillofacial prosthodontist is necessary in order to avoid suboptimal implant placement. A surgical template is recommended for accurate placement at the time of surgery. For auricular defects, two or three osseointegrated implants are placed along an arc approximately 20 mm posterior to the external auditory meatus at the 6:00, 9:00, and 12:00 positions for the right ear and at the 12:00, 3:00, and 6:00 positions for the left ear. The distance between implants should be approximately 11 mm.7 This arc corresponds to antihelix portion of a correct positioned ear. Antihelix is the thickest portion of an auricular prosthesis. Thus, implants, abutments, retentive attachments, and acrylic resin substructure can be hidden under the prosthesis. However, placement of craniofacial implants for extraoral prosthetic rehabilitation in patients with abnormal bone and soft tissue anatomy can be a challenge for surgeons. In case of improper implant positions, modifications in retentive system are required. In the present case, implants were placed posterior to optimal implant site due to unavailability of bone. Dolder bars were fabricated to splint implants. To enable the placement of auricular prostheses at the ideal position, the acrylic resin substructure part of the retention system was modAll rights reserved © 2014 Gazi University 34 ified to extend under antihelix portion. Thus, the acrylic resin substructure did not only carry retentive clips but also gave rigidity to the silicone prostheses. The patients' hair could hide the posterior extension of the prostheses. In the left site, implants were placed in the hair bearing scalp compulsorily due to inadequate bone of the desired implant site. To prevent these implants from complications, the patient was instructed to shave the skin around the implants regularly. Thereby, immobilization of the skin could be provided. In the literature, a case report of a patient with congenitally missing ears also indicated posterior location of implants than optimal position.19 They designed a modified bar framework to place auricular prostheses at the ideal position.19 The complications of the treatment were discoloration and deterioration of the thin edges of the prostheses over time, and retention degradation of the clips. Discoloration and deterioration of edges are complications related to silicone material. A remarkable discoloration was detected at the end of the three-years. In the literature, life span for facial prostheses has been reported to vary between one to two years.4,6,8,20 It has been reported that intrinsic characteristics of the material, pigments, personal habits of the wearer (cleaning regimes and use of cosmetics), and environmental staining (climate, fungal, and body oil accumulation) contribute to the lifespan of prostheses.8 According to the authors' experience, personal habits and exposing the prostheses to environment have more effect on prostheses' lifespan than other factors. In the present case, extended lifespan of the prostheses may be attributed to protection of the prostheses by hair and meticulous maintenance carried out by the patient. Retention degradation was observed 10, 18, and 30 months after the insertion of the first prostheses. Retention was improved by activating Dolder bar matrix with the activator device and instructions in insertion and removal of the prostheses were reminded to the patient. Requirements for clip activation in bar-clips retained prostheses were also reported in the literature.6,20 CONCLUSION Implant retention for auricular prostheses improves patient's confidence, and sense of security in social life enhances the quality of life, providing high satisfaction with the prostheses. Implants reveal high success in the auricular region. However, in patients with abnormal bone anatomy, implant placement in suboptimal positions might be required. In these cases, modifications in the prosthetic design may be performed. Despite limited lifespan of the silicone material, implant-retained prostheses provide a satisfying reconstructive option for the patients with auricular defects. Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5 S Karakoca Nemli et al. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This case was presented in the 18th Congress of Balkan Stomatological Society 25-28 April 2013, Skopje, Macedonia. Conflict of interest disclosure: The authors declare no conflict of interest related to this study. 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Henry PJ. Maxillofacial prosthetic considerations. Wortington P, Branemark PI, eds. Advanced Osseointegration Surgery: Applications in the Maxillofacial Region. 1st edn. Chicago: Quintessence; 1992. p.313-26. 8. Hooper SM, Westcott T, Evans PL, Bocca AP, Jagger DC. Implantsupported facial prostheses provided by a maxillofacial unit in a U.K. regional hospital: longevity and patient opinions. J Prosthodont 2005;14:32-8. 9. Meredith N, Alleyne D, Cawley P. Quantitative determination of the stability of the implant-tissue interface using resonance frequency analysis. Clin Oral Implants Res 1996;7:261-7. 10. Seelaus R, Troppmann RJ. Facial prosthesis fabrication: coloration techniques. Taylor TD ed. Clinical Maxillofacial Prosthetics. 1st edn. Chicago: Quintessence Pub. Co; 2000. p.233-44. 11. Wright RF, Zemnick C, Wazen JJ, Asher E. Osseointegrated implants and auricular defects: a case series study. J Prosthodont 2008;17:468-75. 12. Jacobsson M, Tjellstrom A, Fine L, Andersson H. A retrospective study of osseointegrated skin-penetrating titanium fixtures used for retaining facial prostheses. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants 1992;7:523-8. 13. Nishimura RD, Roumanas E, Sugai T, Moy PK. Auricular prostheses and osseointegrated implants: UCLA experience. J Prosthet Dent 1995;73:553-8. 14. Leonardi A, Buonaccorsi S, Pellacchia V, Moricca LM, Indrizzi E, Fini G. Maxillofacial prosthetic rehabilitation using extraoral implants. J Craniofac Surg 2008;19:398-405. 15. Abu-Serriah MM, McGowan DA, Moos KF, Bagg J. Outcome of extra-oral craniofacial endosseous implants. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2001;39:269-75. All rights reserved © 2014 Gazi University 35 16. Albrektsson T, Zarb G, Worthington P, Eriksson AR. The long-term efficacy of currently used dental implants: a review and proposed criteria of success. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants 1986;1:11-25. 17. Karakoca-Nemli S, Aydin C, Yilmaz H, Sarısoy S. Ostell stability measurements of craniofacial implants by means of resonance frequency analysis: 1-year clinical pilot study. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants 2012;27:187-93. 18. Heo SJ, Sennerby L, Odersjö M, Granström G, Tjellström A, Meredith N. Stability measurements of craniofacial implants by means of resonance frequency analysis. A clinical pilot study. J Laryngol Otol 1998;112:537-42. 19. Kumar PS, Satheesh Kumar KS, Savadi RC. Bilateral implant-retained auricular prosthesis for a patient with congenitally missing ears. A clinical report. J Prosthodont 2012;21:322-7. 20. Visser A, Raghoebar GM, van Oort RP, Vissink A. Fate of implantretained craniofacial prostheses: life span and aftercare. Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants 2008;23:89-98. Treacher Collins sendromlu bir hastada bilateral implant destekli kulak protezi uygulaması: bir olgu bildirimi ÖZET TANITIM: Treacher Collins Sendromu (TCS) başta yüz yapılarının gelişimini etkileyen, nadir görülen, otozomal dominant bir bozukluktur. TCS olgularında kulak deformitelerinin tedavisinde cerrahi rekonstrüksiyon yöntemleri ilk tedavi seçeneği olarak düşünülür. Cerrahi yöntemlerin uygulanamadığı durumlarda implant destekli kulak protezleri düşünülür. OLGU BİLDİRİMİ: Bu olgu bildiriminde TCS sonucu çift taraflı kulak deformitesine sahip bir hastada implant destekli kulak protezi uygulaması sunulmuştur. Her bir defekt bölgesine 3 adet ekstra oral implant yerleştirilmiştir. Üç aylık iyileşme dönemi sonunda implantların osseointegrasyonu hem manuel olarak hem de rezonans frekans analizi yöntemi ile objektif olarak tespit edilmiştir. Bar-klips ataçman sistemine sahip implant destekli silikon protezler yapılmıştır. Hasta 6 aylık kontrollere çağrılarak değerlendirilmiştir. SONUÇ: Hastanın 4 yıllık takibi sonucunda implantların başarılı olarak fonksiyon gördüğü gözlenmiştir. Ancak silikon protezin yapısındaki bozulma sebebiyle yeni bir protez yapılmıştır. Protezler hastaya fonksiyonel ve estetik açıdan uygun bir tedavi seçeneği olmuş ve hastanın toplum yaşamına geri dönmesini sağlamıştır. ANAHTAR KELİMELER: Çene-yüz protezi implantasyonu; Franceschetti-Klein sendromu; kulak deformiteleri, mandibulofasiyal dizostozis; Treacher Collins sendromu Acta Odontol Turc 2014;31(1):31-5