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The entire world knows the Zimbabwe election was won by the Movement for Democratic Change but President Mugabe simply will not leave the stage of power. Zimbabwe's ambassador to the UN, Boniface Chidyausiku warned everyone not to "write him off. There is a possibility of a run off if neither of the candidates gets fifty percent plus one of the total vote cast and I'm sure he will take that opportunity, if the opportuity presents itself." He insisted President Mugabe will remain in his homeland and will never seek refuge elsewhere.
Zimbabwe police raided offices of the DMC and arrested two foreign journalists including the New York Times correspondent, Barry Bearak. President Mbeki of South Africa urged the Mugabe government to release election results but none have been forthcoming.
At some point the figures will be released, but the real issue is to what extent can anyone trust what will be given as accurate election results. Nearly a week has gone by without the final figures. There is no doubt heated arguments have been raging among Mugabe stalwarts who face the reality that once he surrenders power, their vast wealth is threatened by a new government. If the Mugabe band of criminals refuses to leave, what other choices remain for the people of the terrorized nation?


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I have spent the last month or so swapping a 305 out of a 1978 camaro, and replacing it with a 350 out of 1990 gmc cargo van ..four carbs later..headers....cam....dual exhaust....curve kit...intake..etc etc...I finally got it to the point where I can lay a patch from here to christmas....very happy.....however, now that I have started on the interior and exterior I have come to realize that there is a ton of work ahead, and to top it off I also realised that I desperately want t tops. No problem I say to myself...cut the roof off and find a Camaro with lids....cut it's roof off, a weld here a weld there......t tops....now that I have sobered up...Here is my dilemma...I have come across a 1987 Monte Carlo with t bar.....sound body and frame nice guts etc....good price. I guess I am asking several questions at once. what is involved in swapping out the engine in the Monte for the one in the camaro.Will the exhaust that I had custom fit for the camaro fit, or is that now a $400 lawn ornament. any info would be greatly appreciated.....(I do not want to race this thing,just make some noise when i feel like it)....thanks in advance
the engine is pretty much a direct swap. However the exhaust system won`t be, but I don`t see why some fabrication in places won`t make the exhaust system work. Your better off with a solid body car with tops than a unibody like a camaro, one hard launch and the unibody flexes and either the windshield cracks or the t top`s won`t go in, been there done that.
can I use my th400 tranny or will I run into the same problems that i ran into with the camaro...ie tranny mounts...crossmember....driveshaft too long etc...the monte has a TH-200-4R 4 speed but i had read that if I wanted to remove all the computer crap that I would have to get some sort of converter lock up kit....plus I feel better using a th400
I agree, it'll be a pretty easy swap but you will probably have to alter the exhaust a bit. The crossmember on G bodies needs to be notched in order to run a dual exhaust. If you want to switch to the th400, you'll probably have to change the crossmember and the driveshaft length (I can't remember how the length of a th400 compares to the 2004r). In my opinion though, I would stick with the 2004r. The car will be faster with it and you'll have the advantage of overdrive cruising. If the 2004r ever blows you could swap for the th400 tranny at that time. The grand nationals all use the 2004r, so it can be made to take a lot of power. Personally, I think the G bodies are nicer than camaros, so I think you could make a pretty nice car with an easy swap.
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SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR BEGINNERS-Jan 10, 2012-February 21, 2012
Hillsborough County Extension Service & Bruton Memorial Library
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM - Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 12:00 PM (EST)
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Hillsborough County Extension is offering a seven (7) week workshop series on Sustainable Landscape Design Basics. Classes will be held at the Extension office on Tuesdays starting January 10, 2012 running through February 21, 2012. The class is from 10 am to noon on Tuesday each week.
Course content includes: Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM, landscape design principles and themes, sustainable landscape materials, characteristics and composition of plant materials, use and importance of color, drawing a planting plan, and maintenance.
The fee is $25.00 per household for the entire series which covers the cost of materials. Please bring your own water and snacks. Workshop series is limited to 25 people.
Sponsored by Hillsborough County Extension and Water Resource Services/Public Utilities and Tampa Bay Water.
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM - Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 12:00 PM (EST)
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By William Shakespeare
Directed by Fontaine Syer
February 28, March 1, 4-7, 2014 @ 7:30 p.m.
Arguably Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, King Lear tells a cautionary tale about good intentions gone terribly wrong, the dangers of mistaking professed love for loyalty, and the consequences of disregarding the truth (even from the mouth of a Fool). Guest artist Henry Woronicz takes on the coveted role of Lear, the once-powerful ruler brought to ruin by misguided choices, betrayal, and ultimately, his own broken heart.
"A prismatic portrait of royal entitlement and elderly exasperation broken by cruelty into humility." – Los Angeles Times
Henry Woronicz (Lear)^
Evelyn Gaynor (Goneril)*
Adam St. John (Edgar)*
Nicole Bruce (Regan)
David Gordon-Johnson (Albany)
Eric "C" Heaps (Gloucester)
Drew Jenkins (Oswald)
Aaron Kirkpatrick (Kent)
Mara Lefler (Fool)
Sasha Belle Neufeld (Cordelia)
Grant Niezgodski (Edmund)
Austin Wilson (Cornwall)
Connor Blankenship (Ensemble)
Cathleen Brumback (Ensemble)
Kaleb Rich-Harris (Ensemble)
Emma Wesslund (Ensemble)
Lucia Xiaoran Zhu (Ensemble)
^ Mr. Woronicz appears courtesy of Actors Equity Association
* Denotes 3rd Year M.F.A. Thesis Role
Fontaine Syer (Director)
Andrew Hopson (Sound Designer)
Sara Taylor (Assistant Director)
Andrea Ball (Props Master)
Lee Burckes (Lighting Designer)
Chris Rhoton (Scenic Designer)
Bradley Shaw (Technical Director)
Julia Whalen (Costume Designer)
Ari Swartz (Assistant Sound Designer)
Leslie Boyden (Stage Manager)
Audrey Albright (Assistant Stage Manager)
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7 months of transitioning. 4C , 4B or 4A?
I cut a small strand of hair off, and the ends did not curl! But the roots remained like this pictures here. It's not much of spiral but a wave that clumps together. I'm so confused. My hair also is not that dry!
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Adamski's Orthon was a sacred Avatar?
Adamski was familiar with Buddhist and Hindu theology, so did he concoct the Orthon shoe with a kind of reference to such theologies?
Adamski's elaborate hoax is fraught with esoteric and exotic references that either example a brilliant con man or a person who actually touched an ethereal connection to the gods, who interacted with early man (in India and elsewhere) as the Ancient Astronaut theorists would have it?


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!!! BMW Quality !!!
Hi all,
Really need your honest opinion here. I used to have a 1994 740i (bought it 1997), and it was great, must say its one of the best cars I ever driven (probably still is). However, it broken down, problem with transmission 2 years after i had it. Dealer quote to fix back then was 8k.. I traded in for a new car - Acura TL. I also heard a few stories about how BMW (German) cars doesn't last long, especially compared to Japanese counterparts. Requires a lot more $$ to fix problems and maintain. What are your thoughts??!?!?!??
I'm strongly considering getting the X5 diesel, but really have concerns about potential costs in the future, your input is greatly appreciated.
go buy what you like.
I have 07 x5 4.8i which was quiet early build. I have few issues with A/C, rattles. Some of the issues are still exist and I am going back to dealer next week. But I like the car very much. There is no other choice in this class. M-class is to boxy, look like big box to me.
Range rover is too expansive, same for Cayene( V6 is not real porche) so whatelse do we have option? RX350 is lower class, New GX looks ugly. LX is again too expansive.
That is why I ended up with x5. The x5 is for my wife, and she loves it. For me , Once a while, I check her car, and bring it back to dealer for repair or fix. So far, not major issues. I really like the handling of this x5.
OP- A five year old car, with likely NO MAINTENANCE on the automatic transmission fluid... and a thief of a dealer quoting $8k does not translate to any broad conclusion.
Go to consumer reports and look at SPECIFIC cars, SPECIFIC manufacturers for reliability, quality and cost information...these data are culled from hundreds or thousands of owners. Not 20 here in this BMW board!
The days of "All Japanese" or "all German" or "All american"", are over.
All I can say, don't own the diesel X5 without a warranty.
BMW X5 4.8 being fully loaded ( go to www.bmwusa.com and add all packages there) costs 80 K, with M-package instead of Sport-package is around 83K. So that the car is not actually cheaper than Lexus LX570 or Cayenne -S with 4.8 engine or say Mercedes GL550. Another story that in BMW u may NOT to add all options and buy it say for 60K.
Now to the first post. I have 5-th sedan bought in 2006. I drove also X5 and has some experience. I also have Lexus LX470. In quality Lexus is not reachable, no breaks in 6 years ! With BMW I had a lot of problems. BUT-BUT-BUT dynamics of BMW worth those many breaks, japan cars are not even close in dynamics and enjoyment for a driver.
So many Diesels in Europe, they must be OK...no?
thanks for the responses folks. FYI - the 8k fix mentioned was to replace the transmission. Any case, many of you mentioned about a lot of problems with bmw, however the enjoyment of it 'outweights' the pain of getting them fix. UNDERSTOOD! However, want to clarify the 'fix'. Is that mostly out of pocket fixes or are they mostly covered under warranty? My budget is tight, yes I can afford to get the X5, but I rather not spend another 5-10k just get the machine fix every now and then for the life of the car (hopefully 10 yrs).
Note: the TL I traded in for back in 1998... I still drive it, its been 12 years and no major problems.
But in the X5 35d purchase, I'm hoping to go 100,000 miles. I have already budgeted for the extended maintenance and warranty to extend to 100,000 miles. Current costs of both will be about $7,000 and I will purchase just prior to end of current factory warranty. If for nothing else, for the piece of mind knowing I won't be hit for any expensive repair costs or denials of warranty coverage for any maintenance work done outside of the BMW dealership.
But a reliable BMW? Nah...not in comparison to the ACURA's and Lexus's of the world. But my BMW is much more fun to drive than any SUV/SAV offered by those companies, IMO.
thanks again for the feedback, now you are scaring me the fact that you wouldn't want to chance driving it without any warranty :O Anymore feedbacks from others? I'm really ok with minor problems, like a/c, lights, radio, etc.. What I don't want to have or common to have is problems with engine not able to start - things of that nature.
Again, your inputs are very valuable, please keep them coming!
My father's previous '01 X5 was one of the biggest pos that he has ever owned. He had it into the shop 20 times in 18 months. Anything and everything went wrong with that vehicle.
Our RX was pretty much bulletproof although it had 2 small issues that were both covered under warranty in the 4 years that we owned it. (loose panel over the gas tank and a faulty CD player).
Our 8 month old ML has been a pita to this point. There have been zero issues that affected driveability, but they have been more than annoying. We have had 4 CEL's; a broken wiper blade; a window seal that came down with the window; a driver's side window that doesn't operate correctly. All of the CEL's have been tied to the Bluetec and have ranged from bad sensors to a frozen Adblue pump. Mercedes has developed new software to deal with the Bluetec issues that will be installed next week.
Our decision to pass on another RX had everything to do with a bad dealer that we weren't interested in doing business with and nothing to do with the new vehicle. The RX certainly doesn't handle like an X5 but it does many things as well if not better for a fraction of the price. I'd suggest the RX is the most luxurious/comfortable out of this group.
The ML is right in between the RX and X5. It handles better than the Lexus but not as well as the X5. It also fits in between the two for comfort as well.
Our decision to go with the new X5 35d is more of a test to see how reliable a current model BMW is and what the local dealership is like to work with. I ideally want the new F10 M5 in a couple but am not willing to spend that kind of money on a vehicle if the reliablity is still an issue....regardless of how well it drives.
The engine in the X5d has been modified specifically for the US market, AFAIK from some of the posts here, and presumably doesn't have a long track record from which to judge it's reliability.
CndRockies: Your experience is similar to ours. We went from an 04 RX330 (bulletproof and a luxury carpet ride) to a 2010 RX450h (very fast acceleration with everything but an arisewipe convience) for the wife. I had an ML 500 a few years back and it had many warranty issues but I loved how it was a truck with a lot of utility while still being sporty. I have the 2010 X5d and it reminds me of the ML but sportier and so far more reliable and definetly better MPG.
Once I get more experience with both the 450h and X5d I will write up a comparison for all. Thus far, the RX keeps me from being too smug with my X5d!
XXX555, since you just got your 2010 X5d, please do let me know how you like it and of course share any problems with it ;)
I had ordered mine 2010 X5d a week ago ($500 deposit), now I'm really considering backing out the deal... Problem is, there aren't that many other cars which fits my needs. 7 seater luxury SUV. Audi Q7 is also German made and heard bad stories too, so I can't imagine it being better than X5. I'm really frustrated now :(
If I were you I would buy a kia or hundai with that 10 year warranty. If you need 7 seats, buy two.
Repetitive posting on a forum with a few offhand comments on relative reliability is most definitely NOT a rational way to reach a decision...
Buy a vehicle, budget $4500 for a platinum extended warranty and you are good to 6-7 years and 100,000 miles.
Simple, done.
My biggest concern, possibly baseless, is the change in wrist pin offset. If this is a north america only engine that was just introduced last year, then its track record is very short.
This post, in particular, raised an eyebrow. Most likely a "one-off" but does this reflect the US mods? At this point there probably wasn't a large population of X5d's in country and therefore the failure rate, percentage wise, is higher.
Craig B and jaaX3 have also experienced the joys of warranty repair within the first year of ownership.
Clearly, patience and, as stated above, a nice warranty are you and your BMW's best friend. :angel:
Yes indeed!! Trying to get an understanding how much the extended warranty will cost me. Any ideas?! Wonder if thats something that is negotiable...
EVERYTHING is negotiable!
They now offer 3 differnt coverages, with a few different time/mileage spans. You sound like a Platinum guy to me...
Not cheap- list will be $4500-4700. I expect there is a 100% markup, but it is hard to get a handle on this... (this is one of the very few areas that dealerships/salesmen can make money, so nobody talks...indeed, I have a suspicion that even the salestaff doesn't get told the true costs!)
Budget a pile of money, and plan on buying in a few years... you don't need to give them ALL your money right away!
thanks for the tip! Looks like doesnt hurt if I start with 50% off on whatever they are offering :)
To get seven seats and a long warranty you no longer have to "buy two" Kia's or Hyundai's. Either the Hyundai Veracruz or the Kia Borrego will give you seven seats (the Kia has 8). neither will set your blood racing, but will provide surprisingly upscale interiors, great safety scores, and great pricing for SUV's. The Borrego also offers a V8 for those who tow trailer boats to salt water and don't want to ruin their X5 backing into the water down the ramp. These Korean companies are no longer disposable car (think Excel!) jokes but are turning out some excellent iron. If you have an open mind and are not chained to the cachet of european toys they are worth a look IMHO.
Love, hate ownership
Love driving our X3, and X5 (4.4) but hate fixing them. Although there has been some minor issues we really haven't had anything major. There just seems to be something all of the time that needs to be replaced. Thanks to the Car Gods there are sites like this and eBay.
BMW= Bring My Wallet
X3/X5 is just a ref multiplier how much is going to cost you to maintain this car as compared to your expectations.. :)
Once you realize and accept these - you will be happy driving these vehicles
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Former WBC bantam champ Hozumi Hasegawa (29-3, 12 KOs), 125.75, acquired the vacant WBC featherweight belt as he jumped up two divisions and defeated previously unbeaten Mexican Juan Carlos Burgos (25-1, 18 KOs), 125.75, by a unanimous decision (117-110 twice and 116-111) over twelve hard-fought rounds on Friday in Nagoya, Japan,
Hasegawa sometimes overcame tough moments and remained aggressive, steadily piling up points to show his superiority in ring experience and counterpunching. But Burgos finely displayed his talents, heart and gameness against the Japanese hero who thus conquered a couple of championships. Hasegawa will be obliged to face Jhonny Gonzalez in his initial defense due to the WBC's order. (More to come)


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Not that it's anything new, but I've noticed a lot of "The point of art is…" and "It's an artist's responsibility to…" statements lately and it always interests me when people make definitive remarks about something that can mean/do so many things.
I wrote the above on Canada Arts Connect last week (…um…did I just quote myself?) along with asking our readers to fill in the blanks:
"The role of the artist is to _____________."
"The role of art is to _____________." Is it different than the role of the artist?
I had A LOT of responses come in over Twitter and Facebook. It would be a little overwhelming if I included them all in this post, but here are a few:
What is the role of the artist?
- "create a pathway to experience." – dsharpdavis
- ""The Role of the artist is to make their own stylized comment on the state of humanity"" – Natalia K.
- "the role of the artist is to suspend time, even if just for a moment." – Jacqueline W.
- "the role of the artist is to evoke, invoke and provoke" – Bartlett Gallery
- "the artist is there to express themselves through their art and allow others to relate" – Staverous C.
- "…poke into the edges we haven't gone into or dare not go into." – Maggie S.
- "The role of the artist is to fill in the blank." – Peggy M.
- "connect" – Appy A.
What is the role of art? Is it different than the role of the artist?
- "The role of art is to exist. Challenge, question, support, beautify, testify, et cetera. Not even the artist can guarantee what it will be. Too many factors… Time, culture, politics, history; it's all organic." – Mat C.
- "The role of art is to inspire, explore and illuminate the truth." – Brittney F.
- "provoke fun, thought & interest. Without art, life would be dull.The role of the artist is to create & share with the world." – Nav S.
I personally don't think the roles and responsibilities of art / the artist are absolute. I also don't see a need to make definitive statements about something so subjective. But it's certainly interesting to explore what the roles and responsibilities can be or could be.
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The game was cleanly played, with Northwestern not guilty of a foul while the opposition picked up four fouls.
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Since then the right breast has become very hard, I have aching in my chest and back, my chiropractor has suggested it is scar tissue build up. What is the procedure to remove then replace the implants and where do I go to find a surgeon who can do this procedure. How much is this kind of procedure?


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Ronnie Hillman is still getting plenty of carries in OTAs, but Ball was a workhorse in college and is more physically equipped than the smaller, quicker Hillman to take on a full workload. Willis McGahee isn't with the team right now, and Knowshon Moreno is still making his way back from February arthroscopic knee surgery. But Ball and Hillman currently look like locks to be one-two on the Broncos' RB depth chart when the season begins. Ball, as the presumed starter, will have immediate RB2 value.


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Pablo Escobar's former retreat near Medellín is one stop on adventurer Eddie Smith's tour of the lush landscapes of Colombia and Panama
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Gehry's psychedelic science museum sits at the mouth of the canal. One of the museum's exhibit co-ordinators, Darien Montañez, explains its 'devices of wonder' – and how it became such a colourful sandwich
It tops lists of hot destinations for 2012 and is sold as the ideal introduction to Latin America, so Gemma Bowes went to Panama to see if it lives up to the hype
Tom Hall of Lonely Planet answers your questions about worldwide travel. This week: security in Madagascar, women travellers in Morocco, hotels in Panama City, and insurance for travel to Yemen
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For centuries divers have plunged into the turquoise waters off Panama's Pacific coast in search of the black-lipped oysters that yield precious pearls. Teresa Machan joined them in the hunt for treasure
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The languid Caribbean coastline of Panama is a far cry from the North Sea coastal town of Seaton Carew
Vicky Baker is travelling around Central and South America guided by the local people she meets on social networking websites. This week, she is in San Blas, Panama
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"When I grow up I want to be…" How would you have completed that sentence when you were 5 or 6 years old? Maybe you wanted to be an astronaut or an inventor or something unrelated to science, like a football player, movie star, or firefighter. Whatever your early aspiration, it was likely motivated by what you considered exciting and interesting at the time.
Participants in the National Institute on Aging's (NIA) 2009 Summer Institute on Aging Research were asked how their childhood dreams relate to their current research career. Here's some of what they shared...
In grade school, I dreamed of becoming a writer or a journalist. I was fascinated by people's unique stories, especially those of my grandparents and other older adults. My interest in listening to the details of other people's lives is what motivated me to pursue a career in medicine and clinical research.
As a family medicine resident, I noticed that many of my older adult patients with multiple chronic diseases were progressively having difficulty with basic everyday tasks. What struck me was that their greatest desire was to stay in their own homes and remain functionally independent. This experience and the memory of my grandparents led me to shift my focus to the healthcare needs and problems of older adults. A clinical and research fellowship in geriatrics helped me to better understand how chronic diseases contribute to functional decline and subsequent disability in older adults. Now, at Yale University's Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Geriatrics, I research how inflammation leads to the development of chronic disease in older people.
Reflecting back, I realize that my childhood dream became reinvented with my evolving interests. Given my love of listening to other people's stories, I am more attentive to the details necessary to make clinical diagnoses and perform meticulous research as a clinician investigator.
I grew up in an environment where you either learned a trade or you got married. No one went to college, let alone discussed being something as vague sounding as a scientist. Personally, I wanted to be a flight attendant though I had never been on an airplane! I had several defining moments on my way to a career in research. Consistently, they involved a mentor inspiring me and someone allowing me to actually do things hands-on. Now, as a researcher at the University of Texas Medical Branch, I study the impact of immigration on mental and physical health of older Hispanic people and examine the influence of living in ethnic neighborhoods on their health.
After seeing the King Tut exhibit at Chicago's Field Museum when I was 3, I wanted to be an archeologist. Next I wanted to be a paleontologist—I was fascinated by dinosaurs. In both cases, my emphasis was on discovering and exploring the unknown. This is echoed in my current research efforts.
The summer before my senior year in high school, I was in a fellowship program funded by the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Department of Energy. My 6-week internship extended to the whole summer. During that time, I developed my first research project from beginning to end. I submitted my project to the Westinghouse Science Talent Search Competition and was named a top 40 finalist. That was my first taste of science and success; I was hooked!
Today, at Washington University School of Medicine, I study frontotemporal dementia (FTD). I am developing a model of inherited FTD in the test tube and a mouse model, which I hope will help researchers understand the disease and test future therapies.
When I was growing up, I wanted to be a "high nurse" though I was unable to articulate what I meant by this goal. Now, as a gerontological nurse practitioner, I see my drive to understand how people respond to health and illness and my passion to improve care for older adults directly relates to my childhood goal.
Early in my career, I provided care to older adults in nursing homes. One afternoon, a patient asked me to sit beside her and gently held my face in her hands. Looking me squarely in the eyes, she said, "Ruth, I have lived a long time. I am 101 years old. I have had enough. Please, give me something to end my life now before things get worse for me." I explained that I did not have power over the length of life, but that I would do everything I could to ensure she had comfort and quality to her days. Shortly thereafter my patient had a stroke robbing her of the ability to talk and move. She became totally dependent on others. So, sadly and despite my best efforts, I was not able to keep my promise. This defining experience led to my research career. I now study end-of-life care in nursing homes at MGH Institute of Health Professions. My goal is to find ways to improve care for older people, especially those with dementia who cannot advocate for themselves.
I knew when I was younger that I wanted to be a doctor. I mainly wanted to take care of people and make a difference in their lives. I was also pretty sure I wanted to work with older patients as I often saw that people were too busy to spend time with them. Research was a more gradual interest that developed over my medical training as I became frustrated about the inefficacy of treatment options for people with dementia. I also was encouraged by mentors who continue to be really interested in my academic growth.
I started researching treatment of apathy (a profound loss of motivation), a common behavioral problem in people with Alzheimer's disease. One vivid memory is when the wife of one of my patients thanked the team for giving her husband back to her. She told us that after 5 years of apathy, her husband is now more motivated to go out and participate in life. Experiences like this keep me going. Currently at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Omaha VA Medical Center, I remain focused on use of medications and therapy to treat apathy in people with dementia, and I look at the impact of apathy treatment on functional status, caregiver burden, and quality of life. I also have expanded my research to study the treatment of apathy in patients with poorly controlled diabetes to see if it can help them better control their blood sugar.
Growing up in a remote area of Africa, I wanted to be the best I could be. My family struggled because we had hardly any means. However, I was very curious to find answers to questions, especially difficult and challenging questions. After my graduate degree, I started doing research. The more research experience I gained, the more I enjoyed it, and the more I wanted to continue doing it. I remember the first time that I attended a scientific conference. I was fascinated by the researchers sharing the results of their studies and the impact of their work in influencing policy. Later, when I did my first qualitative research project, I was very excited to uncover rich, in-depth information that I would have never known if I did not do the study. It was thrilling to generate new knowledge.
I am currently Research Director in the Social Aspects of HIV/AIDS and Health Research Programme at the Human Sciences Research Council in southern Africa. I design and implement surveys as well as analyze and disseminate research findings. I am also a Principal Investigator of the Study on Global Ageing and Adult Health (SAGE), the first population-based longitudinal survey on aging and health among individuals aged 50+ in South Africa. The survey is a collaboration with the World Health Organization and is co-funded by the NIA and the South African National Department of Health. The goals of SAGE are to promote a better understanding of the effects of aging on well-being; to examine the health of people age 50 and older and identify the changes, trends and patterns that occur over time; and to improve the capacity of researchers to analyze the effects of social, economic, healthcare, and policy changes on current and future health.
I grew up in a very impoverished part of Detroit. I saw firsthand what it was like not to have one's needs met—to experience the effects of many types of disparities—particularly with respect to health and disease. From these powerful experiences stems my sincere desire to work with and expand research on women who are considered disenfranchised and medically underserved.
As an obstetrician-gynecologist and subspecialist in women's reproductive health at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, I aim to bring evidence-based public health practice and research to the field of older women's health. Currently, I am working on a patient-navigator-based intervention model designed to help medically underserved women with abnormal breast and cervical cancer screening-test results move through the healthcare system more efficiently and effectively. Patient navigators are specialized community health workers who can leverage their intimate knowledge of communities, language, culture, and resources to work with patients to overcome obstacles to healthcare entry and follow-up.
About the Summer Institute on Aging Research
The NIA's annual Summer Institute on Aging Research just completed its twenty-third year. It continues to be a unique opportunity for early and mid-career researchers to learn from NIA scientists and grantees about designing successful research projects, applying for funding, and overcoming challenges of ethnic and minority aging research. Over the course of 7 days, participants attend 20 plenary sessions on a range of topics including the NIA research portfolio, media training, statistical analysis, and grant support. Participants also attend smaller, more intimate breakout sessions during which a top scientist leads a discussion about a specific research-related issue, responds to questions about the trials and tribulations of being an investigator, and offers advice on ways to be successful. These plenary and breakout sessions lead up to a mock study section in which participants present and review grant applications from the perspective of an NIA scientist. To learn about the 2010 Summer Institute on Aging Research and how to apply, please see "Join NIA's Health Disparities Resource Persons Network" below.
NIA's research portfolio includes a variety of research projects aimed at better understanding health disparities in hopes of one day closing these gaps. Research on diversity is funded nationwide as well as conducted by NIA's intramural scientists in Baltimore, Maryland. One notable example of this intramural research is the Healthy Aging in Neighborhoods of Diversity across the Life Span or HANDLS study. Now in its fifth year, HANDLS researchers investigate the differences in rates and risks for diseases and other conditions associated with aging among approximately 4,000 African American and White participants of low and higher socioeconomic status (SES). The study also looks for differences in longevity.
"What makes HANDLS unique is its community-based approach. Instead of expecting participants to come to a study site, the study site comes to them via a mobile medical research vehicle. We are able to reach non-traditional research participants that way," explains Michele Evans, M.D., Co-Principal Investigator of HANDLS and Deputy Scientific Director of NIA's Intramural Research Program.
Another unique feature of HANDLS is that participants (who were between the ages of 30 and 64 when they entered the study) are followed over time, or longitudinally. The plan is to reexamine participants every 3 years over the course of 20 years. Observing participants as they age will help researchers determine the influence of socioeconomic status and race on age-related changes. In HANDLS, low SES is defined by an income below 125% of poverty level. These observations will also help identify early biomarkers of age-related health disparities that could prevent or ameliorate the severity of diseases such as hypertension or diabetes. Ultimately, researchers hope to use the longitudinal data collected about participants' cognitive, psychophysiological, and physical function to characterize the relationship between race, socioeconomic status, and health outcomes.
In the paper, "Effects of race and socioeconomic status on the relative influence of education and literacy on cognitive functioning," published in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society (July 2009), HANDLS researchers present some new findings pertaining to the relationship between reading ability and cognitive function. The analysis found that for both low- and higher-SES African Americans and low-SES Whites, reading ability is a stronger predictor of cognitive function than years of education. Traditionally, years of education have been used in neuropsychological tests for establishing norms and as a demographic correction in overall performance. This research is another step in helping to clarify how quality of education may be more important than years of education.
"Our findings perhaps relate to a larger issue facing African Americans and low-SES Whites. That is, people from certain backgrounds are more likely to have poor-quality education for a variety of reasons. Consequently, quality of education—reflected by reading level—could be more important than quantity of education for predicting cognitive function," says Alan Zonderman, Ph.D., Co-Principal Investigator of HANDLS and Chief of NIA's Intramural Cognition Section.
As HANDLS moves forward, researchers continue to develop new research questions and ways to strengthen the study. For example, several years ago investigators started a second wave of HANDLS: The Association of Personality and Socioeconomic Status with Health Status—An Interim Follow-up Study.
Researchers examine if there is any relationship between personality, the conditions where people are raised, and health. In this second wave, researchers also hope to learn more about participants' eating habits and examine the effects of race and socioeconomic status on nutrition.
"By looking more closely at nutritional habits and personality—defined as emotions, thoughts, preferences—and behaviors unique to a person, we hope to learn more about the natural course of certain diseases. This may help us understand why some Americans have higher rates and more severe manifestations of those diseases," shares Zonderman.
HANDLS researchers recently began wave 3 of the study, the first follow-up examination on the mobile medical research vehicles. During this wave, researchers will look at changes in health status over time that are associated with race and socioeconomic status.
To learn more about HANDLS and the paper, "Effects of race and socioeconomic status on the relative influence of education and literacy on cognitive functioning," please visit the study website at http://handls.nih.gov [1].
Yvette Roubideaux, M.D., M.P.H, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe of South Dakota, was confirmed as director of the Indian Health Service (IHS) on May 6, 2009, by a unanimous vote of the U.S. Senate. She is the first woman to hold this position.
"It is an honor to be named the ninth director of IHS and to be the first woman director. I am humbled by the response I've received. Many American Indian and Alaska Native people have said that they can now encourage their daughters to aspire to become the director of IHS," says Roubideaux.
IHS, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, was established in 1955 as the principal Federal healthcare provider and health advocate for the American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Today, the IHS serves approximately 1.9 million people representing 562 federally recognized tribes in 35 states.
Roubideaux was introduced to IHS at a young age. "My first encounter with the healthcare system was as a patient in the IHS," she recalls. "I remember waiting several hours to see a doctor, who was never an American Indian. This childhood experience inspired me to become a doctor. IHS is so important to so many people and as a physician I wanted to help IHS and the American Indian and Alaska Native communities it serves by improving the quality of healthcare."
The drive to make a difference in the health of American Indians and Alaska Natives led Roubideaux to become clinical director and medical officer of IHS's San Carlos Service Unit on the Apache Indian reservation. After serving as a medical officer at the Hu Hu Memorial Hospital on the Gila River Indian Reservation in Arizona, Roubideaux returned to Harvard University (where she had received her medical degree) to get her Master of Public Health. "I thought I could make a larger impact on the quality of health care through research," she explains. Her research career started with funding from the NIA.
Roubideaux's advice to early career researchers interested in American Indian and Alaska Native communities:
I would stress the importance of learning as much as you can about health needs of these elders. This includes reviewing the research that has been done so far and learning about researchers in this area. Tribes are sovereign nations and have a role in conducting research—you cannot do research without approval of the tribe. You should consider tribal leadership as partners in the research project. Tribes want research that can help identify the needs of members, but respect for the role of culture and language is critical for researchers (and physicians) to take into consideration when designing and implementing studies.I also would emphasize that you cannot do research alone. It involves collaboration with a team. Do not try to do things single-handedly. When working on any research, regardless of the topic, it is important for you to have a group that you can bounce ideas off of and mentors who can teach you skills beyond the classroom. And, this community can also help with your career advancement.
In 1998 to 2000, Roubideaux was selected for what was then a new training program with the Native Elder Research Center (NERC) at the University of Colorado, one of NIA's Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR). "As a RCMAR scholar, I obtained skills to help me become a successful investigator." She also benefited from the guidance of a mentor, Spero Manson, Ph.D., who is the Principal Investigator of the University of Colorado RCMAR. "I was fortunate to interact with a network of 30 to 40 researchers, representing a wealth of experience. This program formed the basis for the rest of my research career," says Roubideaux.
While in the program, Roubideaux began to study quality-of-care issues with diabetes patients and diabetes prevention programs. Diabetes and other chronic diseases like heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke are the most prevalent health issues among older American Indian and Alaska Native populations according to Roubideaux. Part of the reason, she explains, is because people are living longer. Another reason for this increase in chronic disease is because these populations are moving beyond the reservation, and the lifestyle in the United States can be a risk factor.
After completing the Native Elders RCMAR program, Roubideaux joined the NERC faculty at University of Colorado (and the faculty at University of Arizona, College of Public Health and College of Medicine) and became a mentor to subsequent RCMAR scholars. "I think it is just as important to be a mentor as it is to have a mentor. I'm sitting here as director of IHS because of support and mentorship of a large group of people," says Roubideaux.
"Dr. Roubideaux has demonstrated great dedication to the health needs of the American Indian and Alaska Native populations throughout her career, and I congratulate her on being named director of IHS. I am proud that her history includes participation and leadership in the NIA's RCMAR program," says NIA Director Richard J. Hodes, M.D.
As director of IHS, Roubideaux will continue her mission to improve quality of health care for American Indians and Alaska Natives. "Each of my experiences has been a building block, leading me to this point. I look forward to applying the skills and perspective as a doctor, researcher, and American Indian to my new position as director of IHS."
Critics and viewers agree: the Emmy Award-winning documentary series The Alzheimer's Project is television worth watching. The HBO four-part film series originally aired in May 2009 and was offered nationwide, for free, by participating television service providers. The series presented millions of viewers with a compelling look at the advances and challenges of Alzheimer's research, as well as the human faces behind the disease. The Alzheimer's Project films are: "GRANDPA, DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM?" WITH MARIA SHRIVER, capturing what it means to be a child or grandchild of an Alzheimer's patient; THE MEMORY LOSS TAPES, chronicling the experiences of seven people living with Alzheimer's; MOMENTUM IN SCIENCE, the story of scientific discovery that takes viewers inside the laboratories and clinics of 25 leading scientists and physicians; and CAREGIVERS, focusing on the lives of five people caring for their loved ones with the disease.
THE MEMORY LOSS TAPES received an Emmy for Exceptional Merit in Nonfiction Filmmaking, and "GRANDPA, DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM?" WITH MARIA SHRIVER won an Emmy for Outstanding Children's Nonfiction Program. MOMENTUM IN SCIENCE garnered an Emmy nomination. The Alzheimer's Project also received the Television Critics Association award for Outstanding Achievement in News and Information.
The Project was co-presented by HBO Documentary Films and NIA, National Institutes of Health, in association with the Alzheimer's Association, Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund, and the Geoffrey Beene Gives Back Alzheimer's Initiative.
"Outreach and public accessibility are defining features of The Alzheimer's Project," said NIA Director Richard J. Hodes, M.D. "Aside from the series reaching millions of viewers when it aired in May, the core films and companion materials continue to reach the public for free in a variety of ways."
The Alzheimer's Project offers a rich and easily accessible source of educational and outreach materials. The original films can be viewed for free on the HBO website at www.hbo.com/alzheimers [2], and on YouTube and Facebook. There are also a wide range of free Alzheimer's resources, including supplemental films featuring interviews with scientists, a video glossary, and links to NIA's Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center, www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers [3], and other research and support organizations. Supplemental films on the HBO site provide a more in-depth look at research, while an additional set of short films geared toward the scientific community is hosted on the Alzheimer's Research Forum Web site at www.alzforum.org [4].
For more information about The Alzheimer's Project, visit www.hbo.com/alzheimers [2] or www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/HBO [5].
NIA has several new information resources to support clinical researchers:
Like the old adage, "you can't compare apples to oranges," when studying the nature of health disparities, you must use measures that accurately reflect diverse populations. For example, in some cultures, it is impolite to openly disagree with a stranger, while other cultures are more argumentative. Therefore, asking questions with a scale of strongly agree to strongly disagree to people from those two cultures may produce very different results even if the underlying condition is identical.
To help researchers determine what constitutes acceptable levels of equivalence and what to do when evidence indicates that a measure does not reflect an underlying condition in the same way in different populations, NIA's Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR) will be hosting a Pre-Conference Workshop at this year's Scientific Meeting of The Gerontological Society of America (GSA). The workshop, "Using, Adapting, and Modifying Existing Measures for Studies of Diverse Population Groups," will summarize issues involved in evaluating equivalence, offer strategies for making modifications, and describe approaches for understanding the consequences of modifying scales for use with diverse groups. Case studies will illustrate how to make modifications and implement them in your study design. Participants will also have the opportunity to discuss the workshop information and how to apply it to their research.
"The workshop will be a great opportunity for newer researchers to learn from seasoned experts in the field," says Sidney M. Stahl, Ph.D., NIA's RCMAR program officer and a branch chief at NIA's Division of Behavioral and Social Research.
The workshop will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, please contact Pamela Jackson, Program Administrator for the Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research Coordinating Center, at firstname.lastname@example.com [8].
NIA is now accepting applications for participation in the 2010 Summer Institute on Aging Research. This 7-day workshop for investigators new to aging research is focused on current issues, research methodologies, and funding opportunities. The Summer Institute on Aging Research is one of the premier short-term training opportunities for new investigators in aging research. The 2010 Summer Institute will be held July 10–16 in Queenstown, MD. Support is available for travel and living expenses. Applications are due Friday, March 5, 2010. Minority investigators are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, or permanent residents. For additional information and an application form, contact Andrea Griffin-Mann at 301-496-0762 or email@example.com [9].
NIA encourages investigators who have experience working with diverse populations and older adults to register to be an expert resource for the Health Disparities Resource Persons Network. Please visit: www.nia.nih.gov/about/minority-aging-and-health-disparities [6].
Links: Minority Research and Training newsletter is published twice a year by the Work Group on Minority Aging, Office of the Director, National Institute on Aging. Thanks to Writer/Editor Megan Homer and Contributor Peggy Vaughn. This is an administrative document.


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Efficient way to merge lists--Programming help
Cam someone suggest better ways to accomplish the following?
I have two lists containing triplets--test is a rectangular array of
triplets {x,y,z} (e.g. Dimensions {4,40,3}) and test2 is an array of
triplets (e.g. Dimensions {50,3}). test2 is to replace equivalent
elements in test (when the x and y values are equal--the test2 z values
have been calculated more accurately).
The task can be understood to be:
1. Given a triplet {x_i,y_i,z_i} from test2, find the position in test
which has the same {x_i,y_i,_}.
2. Replace the element in test by the triplet from test2.
I resorted to a loop after I decided that it would take me too much time
to figure out a better, more elegant solution. Here is what I did:
test = ReplacePart[test,test2[[i]],
test//Position[#,{test2[[i]][[1]],test2[[i]][[2]],_}]& //Flatten]];
Thanks for any help.
Joel W. Cannon | (318)869-5160 Dept. of
Physics | (318)869-5026 FAX Centenary College of
Louisiana | P. O. Box 41188 |
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Temporal range: Late Eocene–Early Oligocene
|Barytherium molar
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C.W. Andrews, 1906
C.W. Andrews, 1901
Barytherium (meaning heavy beast) is a genus of an extinct family (Barytheriidae) of primitive proboscidean that lived during the late Eocene and early Oligocene in North Africa. The Barytheriidae were the first large size proboscideans to appear in the fossil records and were characterized by a strong sexual dimorphism[citation needed]. It was about 1.8–2 m tall at the shoulder and weighed about 2 tonnes.[1]
The only known species within this family is Barytherium grave, found at the beginning of the 20th century in the Fayum, Egypt. More complete specimens have been found since then, at Dor el Talha, Libya and most recently at the Aidum area in Oman. In some respects, these animals would have looked similar to a modern Asian Elephant, but with a more slender build[citation needed]. The most visible difference, however, would have been the tusks[citation needed]. Barytherium had eight very short tusks, four each in the upper and lower jaws, which resembled those of a modern hippopotamus more than those of an elephant. The upper pairs were vertical, while the lower pairs projected forwards from the mouth horizontally. Together, these would have created a shearing action for cropping plants.[2]
Barytherium fossils were discovered in 2011 in the Aidum area in Dhofar by Oman's Ministry of Heritage and Culture and brought to Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) for identification. The team included Professor Sobhi Nasir and Dr. Abdulrahman al Harthy from SQU and Dr. Erick Seifert from SUNY Stony Brook, New York. The scientists named the new finding Barytherium omansi.[3]
- ^ Larramendi, A. (2016). "Shoulder height, body mass and shape of proboscideans" (PDF). Acta Palaeontologica Polonica. 61. doi:10.4202/app.00136.2014.
- ^ Savage, RJG & Long, MR (1986). Mammal Evolution: an illustrated guide. New York: Facts on File. p. 148. ISBN 0-8160-1194-X.
- ^ "Bones of Elephant Ancestors Found" Archived August 5, 2011, at the Wayback Machine., The Omani Observer, May 22, 2011, retrieved May 22, 2011.
- Andrews, C.W. 1901. Über das Vorkommen von Proboscidiern in untertertiären Ablagerungen Aegyptens. Tageblatt des V Internationalen Zoologischen Kongresses, Berlin 6: 4–5.
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Thank YOU for supporting Sean Casey Animal Rescue with us at Vegan Drinks NYC on February 23rd. How great was DJ Grand Format? So great! We're thrilled he continues to like us and has agreed to come back next month!
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Taipei (The China Post/ANN) - The importation of U.S. beef is inevitable for the resumption of trade talks and restarting trade negotiations with the United States is crucial to breaking through the economic isolation Taiwan faces, President Ma Ying-jeou said yesterday.
The U.S. government's response on beef import into Taiwan is similar to its general concern about other things but the pressure comes from within, Ma said in a United Evening News interview.
The greatest trade advantage Taiwan has now is the economic cooperation framework agreement (ECFA) with mainland China, Ma said, adding that ECFA is also ¡°the only advantage we have against South Korea. But what do we have left were Korea to reach agreements with Japan and China on free trade agreements?¡±
He said that Taiwan already faces extreme stress from international competition to the point that pressure from the U.S. no longer makes any difference.
The Taiwan-U.S. Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) is a platform on which Taiwan could reach out to international organizations. And whether to import U.S. beef is precisely the obstacle hindering Taiwan-U.S. trade communications over the past five years, the president said.
¡°... The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government promised five years ago that Taiwan will not isolate itself from the world,¡± Ma said. The DPP government had even set certain time periods when its promises regarding the import of U.S. beef and whether to allow the usage of feed additives would come into effect, Ma stated.
Complete ECFA in two years
Mainland China is the world's second biggest economy and Taiwan's biggest trade partner. The nature of ECFA is similar to a free trade agreement (FTA), and the signing of the ECFA has increased Taiwan's economic outreach. The government hopes to complete all negotiations of ECFA within the upcoming two years and increase the benefits Taiwan sees in the trade relationship, Ma said.
For example, China could function as Taiwan's hinterland: a Japanese investor might want to cooperate with Taiwanese businesses to market in China, he said.
Economic Revolution Is Necessary
To avoid being marginalized internationally, Taiwan's market needs to be open and its economic structure needs reform, Ma said. He further said that although the economic transformation process could be painful, he would not hesitate to take the necessary measurements for long-term benefits.
Taiwan has been stuck in multilateral trade deals since its participation in the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2002, but has survived. Now that South Korea has achieved an FTA with the U.S. after seven years of negotiations, Taiwan's economy is bound to be greatly impacted, Ma said.
¡°The merchandise influenced by the U.S.-Korea FTA tallies to about US$3 billion ¡ª about NT$100 billion. Although we obviously have counter measurements to the potential trade influences, the ultimate fact that Korea's investment environment is superior would cancel out a great portion of the advantages that came with ECFA,¡± the president said, adding that it is inevitable that structural reformation in the economy system needs to happen.


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Things have been hectic around herre, at least for me. Karrren has been shopping for an exercise bike because she says she is rrrequired to sit on her butt too much for school and Currrtis seems to leave the house everry day and go to "worrrk," even Jon is out of the house more than usual because of his "JOB." Poor kid. Anyway, I've been left alone a lot. I know my people are busy, so I've tried to "lively up" their world by leaving sneaky little clues about the house-- signs that I've been having to entertain myself you know-- because I rrreally deserrve more attention than I've been getting lately! I hide things that I dig out of the kitchen cabinets: spice bottles and vitamin bottles, nuts (walnuts, brazil, pecans), cloves of garlic. I have a stash of marrrkers and pens. I love these things, being a verrry arrtistic cat, and my goal is to learrn to open them so that I can leave colorrred lines and scrribbles on floors and walls while I play with them.
Have I mentioned before that I love food? On Tuesday afternoon, Karrren and Currtis kept going into this other rrroom that they haven't let me in beforre. They would take food out this doorr and when they came back it smelled betterr. Now I have a new favorrite food-- porrk rrrib. I had thrree or fourrr tiny bites of that stuff and was it tasty!
I think I hear someone coming... I'll try to write more soon. I bid you all a-mew.
Well, I've been quite busy this morning. I let Karen snooze until about 8:30 (she's so lazy), after waking her up at 6:00 and 6:30 and 7:00...when she finally got up she stepped on three or four Sharpie pens that I'd collected from various locations throughout the house. I didn't hide the Pounce treats that someone left on the kitchen table, and she threatened not to give me breakfast when she saw the four parallel claw marks ripping through the package. I just meowed at her and rubbed against her leg.
A couple of days ago they went and bought me something called a "PanicMouse." It is [lastic, battery operated and looks sort of like a big, fat, yellow mouse. A wand is in place of the tail, and it has a fuzzy thing with some streamers soming off of it. The thing makes weird noises and I'm not about to let this be a replacement for my woobie, nor will I let these folks get out of playing with me by giving me somekind of strange robot toy, but this morning I pretended it was the greatest thing since breakfast.
Karen did a little work out and while she was sweating and dancing I opened the kitchen cabinet and found a left over chicken carcass!! I dragged it around the kitchen and it was SO MUCH FUN, smelled good too... the next thing I knew Karen was angry at me! She took out the garbage, scooped my litterbox (which was good cause I needed to go in there) and told me that chicken carcasses were dangerous business. I watched her though the window as she threw out my great cheap toy, and then put a battery charger on her old truck. When she came inside I attacked her ankles and puffed up my tail. She went to work on the computer, but I stopped that by dragging my woobie in the office and meowing until she played with me. I can't wait for the weekend!!
Finally I've found some privacy, and can post a bit about my first few weeks with these people who selected me above all the other cats at humane society. My sneaky plan to get in their good graces worked like a charm! I contracted that upper repiratory infection from some of the other cats at the shelter, and my sweet silence and calm demeanor really impressed these folks. They took me to that nice Dr. Mischa, who kept me for two nights and got me healthy and eating again, and for the past two weeks, I've been letting Curtis and Karen get to know the REAL ME-OW. They're are good sports though, and haven't decided to take me back despite the way I've been terrorizing them and taking over control of the house.
For example, I've been jumping up on the countertops, knocking various things off of their perches and digging items from their storage locations-- not to mention I really love getting on the computers! I prefer the laptop. When Karen was grading papers at the end of the semester I made sure to get on top of every paper as she was reading, and sneezed on a good many of them. Ha ha!
I'd heard Curtis and Karen discussing what to feed me on the way home from the shelter. They were planning on just giving me dry kibble! But I fixed that. Since I was sick and had medicine to take, it was TOO EASY to get these folk to buy me canned food. Yesterday, they came home with an entire case of various flavors... too easy.
This whole family was sure spoiled by that old dog. They keep trying to sleep in, but I won't have that. Every morning at 5:00 a.m., I get up near their heads with a boisterous salutation, "Miiiiaaaaooooow!" They say things like, "Relax kitty," and "just be a good kitty," but I can't have that kind of insubordinance. When I get up I want food and someone to play with me. My next step is to accumulate all of my toys: my fishing pole, two spongy balls, some sharpies, a hacky sack, and some string at the foot of the bad while I talk to the lazy people.
Early this morning I thought I'd set them straight, and I ripped open my new bag of cat food! It was very fun and exciting. Well, I'm thinking about sleeping beneath the desk now, I think I'll try that out.
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Death of Asian-American Soldier Prompts Debate About Army Culture
The death of an Asian-American soldier has prompted considerable debate about Army culture and the problem of racial discrimination. Eight soldiers have been charged in the death of Private Daniel Chen, who died of a gunshot wound to the head after allegedly being subjected to abuse and ethnic slurs.
A spokesman for the Department of Defense, Capt. John Kirby, has said there is "absolutely zero" tolerance for hazing and that the military was well-equipped to deal with such situations.
However, former Army Lieutenant Dan Choi said Asian-American soldiers were frequently isolated or teased and had little recourse, in the event they were harassed by other soldiers. He said it happened to him. "You see a lot of comments, and in my experiences I would walk around West Point and in my first year, very powerless, you would hear things like, 'Do you want to get gook food?'"
"In the Army, you are taught that if you stick out then there will be consequences," Choi, who was active duty for five years, said on The Takeaway. "You know, you're supposed to be just like everyone else. And if you look different, then you're starting off with that additional burden and that stress from the get go."
Chen was found dead in a guardhouse on October 3, from what the Army has called a self-inflicted bullet wound. It occurred after a period of intense hazing, including one episode when he was reportedly dragged across the floor and had rocks thrown at him, and was called "Jackie Chan." The eight soldiers were charged with manslaughter, negligent homicide, reckless endangerment and dereliction of duty.
On the website of Army Times, the majority of commenters in one discussion thread expressed outrage at the alleged behavior of Chen's fellow soldiers.
"In the Army, we have been told over and over again to care for each other," wrote one commenter going by the name Tatshyan Sihoe. "It really disappoints me to see this happen to one of our own. If we have to die let it be with the honor of the fight not from shameless bullying."
But on the Facebook page "U.S. Army Infantry," the discussion was less sympathetic, with some commenters using ethnic slurs for Asians or claiming that Chen had "pulled the race card."
"waaaaaaa they are making fun of me," the site's moderator wrote, "so im gonna shoot myself in the face."
Colonel James Hutton, an Army spokesman, said that despite the name of the page, it was not affiliated with the U.S. Army. He added the Army has standards for comments and does not tolerate discrimination. "I have no way of verifying who these people are. And it's not an official site, so it's not appropriate that I comment on the comments," he said.


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Cybex may be new to the US but is a well known European manufacturer specializing in car seats, strollers, and baby carriers. All Cybex products are created through the CYBEX S.D.F. Innovation principle. This principle guarantees an optimum combination of above average Safety and quality as well as contemporary Design and clever Functionality. The Topaz is the third of four strollers in the Cybex line-up.
The Topaz has a sleek look featuring elliptical tubing frame made of lightweight aluminum, white handles and matching white wheels. The frame weighs in at 17.6 lbs and has a carry handle for easy transport. The umbrella fold makes this a perfect travel stroller.
The seat is heavily padded and very roomy fitting both our 1 year old and 3 year old with room to grow. The seat back measures 12" wide, 18" tall and has a 25" canopy clearance. The 2009 Topaz has a weight limit of 55 lbs so even your older children can hitch a ride. The harness is one of Topaz's most unique features. The harness works like the harness of an infant car seat by tightening with a pull on the front strap or loosening it with a simple push of the release button and tug on the harness. A handy loop is integrated in the front of the seat to contain any unsightly loose straps to maintain your sophistication among the chaos of children. The harness clip is simple and easy to use for parents but difficult for small hands. A one piece headhugger and harness pads make the Topaz a comfy ride for infants.
The Topaz has hands down the easiest recline I have ever had the pleasure of using. The one handed recline is used by applying a small squeeze of the handle on the back of the seat and just a simple push of the seat sits it back upright. The recline is nice and deep for young infants but still a few degrees short of a full recline. A two position adjustable footrest is also included to keep your baby happy if they like to kick back and put their feet up on the stroll.
Another unique feature of this umbrella is the removable bumper bar that folds down with the stroller! The bumper bar is great for pulling up for a better view or for adding third party snack trays since none are included with the Topaz. An optional cupholder is available that can be attached low for the child or higher for the parent. I was able to test out the cupholder location because another manufacturer's cupholder worked with the Topaz and I have to say I wish it were higher. While the location is still close enough for me to use conveniently I feel its a bit too close to my child which could be a problem if I were carrying something that I didn't want spilled.
Rainy days are no trouble since the Topaz includes a fitted raincover. We are travelling to chilly Chicago this fall so I splurged for the matching footmuff. No threading is required for installation which we love since this makes the taking the footmuff on and off very fast. The footmuff comes with a liner that stays on securely with the use of velcro on the back of the stroller. If a warm front suddenly comes through the footmuff can be zipped off for removal.
The canopy on the Topaz is decent for an umbrella stroller but goes the extra mile with its pop out sun visor for extra protection. All of Cybex's canopies meet the strict Australian standards for sun protection including the integrated peek-a-boo window which is huge! The canopy can be zipped off in the back for extra air flow.
There is a pocket on the back of the canopy for all your small essentials such as cell phone, wallet and cars for the park. The basket is small and a bit difficult to access but I was able to hang my diaper bag instead. The stroller is bottom heavy giving a very stable feel even with a hanging diaper bag and empty seat. Woohoo for an umbrella stroller that doesn't tip!
Even the tallest of parents will have a hard time kicking the back of this stroller. The handles are some of the tallest in the lightweight category and are height adjustable from 41" to 42". The Topaz sports large 6.9" wheels with both front and rear suspension for a smooth ride. Don't expect an all terrain push but I was able to travel over grass with relative ease. The maneuverability is excellent, we were able to push this stroller one handed and it took corners and tight spaces like a champ.
The Topaz features an easy and compact fold. Using your foot (flip-flops beware) you push and lift the folding mechanism on the back of the stroller, then push the handles down and you are done. There is an automatic lock which we love and a carry handle. The handle is very sturdy but I would prefer the carry strap that the less expensive Cybex Oynx features for a more convenient shoulder carry.
The Topaz can be used as a travel system with the optional and inexpensive infant car seat adapter. The adapter fits a wide range of seats including the popular Chicco Keyfit. Since the adapter is a strap system it does not need to be removed for folding. The Cybex Aton seat is compatible with the Topaz stroller without the use of the adapter and should be available in the US in early 2011.
The Topaz comes in a range of jewel toned colors to complete its sleek and sophisticated look. We love the one handed recline, huge peekaboo window, foldable bumper bar and excellent steering. This is an umbrella stroller with the style to turn heads and the performance expected from German engineering.
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● Total Weight: 16.5lbs
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#1 Nov 27, 2012
Go to WGRV.com and click on today's local news.
#2 Nov 27, 2012
what is that Lets all go see
#3 Nov 27, 2012
Looks like indicted for reckless endangerment, NOT domestic abuse.
#4 Nov 27, 2012
maybe this is why the court house was evacuated today........a day after the indictment ?
#5 Nov 27, 2012
He was indicted on a Class D Felony, much is worse than a misdemeanor for domestic abuse. That is a criminal charge and he will have to step down if convicted. The jury trial will probably be 6 months or more down the road, so enjoy your remaining time in Nashville Dave!
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#6 Nov 27, 2012
I have been in trouble before, when I was 19. The one thing I always remember my attorney told me, was never trust your future to a grand jury. You never know what 12 people will charge you with, especially when you could settle it in Sessions Court as a misdemeanor. I havnt been in trouble again, but that stuck. Amazing!
#7 Nov 27, 2012
sure but why not domestic assault cause he was let out to early as he and his fellow Republicans passed law that you are to be keep in jail before trial for 72 hours -guns were even involved .
#8 Nov 28, 2012
People are so eager to place blame when you don't even know all the facts. Even if you do its not your place or your business. Evidently, no one else has ever had a crazy woman/man on their hands. Dave is a good man and these things could happen to anyone. No one can make you as mad as some one who is near and dear to you. Don't be so quick to jump on someone's back and help ruin their lives. We (each of us) can ruin our own lives just fine without anyone else's help, thank you...
#9 Nov 28, 2012
ok Dave stop it really
#10 Nov 28, 2012
I've got all the (circumstantial) facts I need. Three times he had the opportunity to prove his innocence, but he just kept kicking the can down the road. Watch him on youtube in his interview in Nashville the night after the alledged incident. "She put a gun to my head and threatened to put a bullet in my brain, I grabbed my baby and went to a neighbor's house". Where is the gun. Why no mention of gun in police report. Why wasn't Crystal arrested for assault or threatening another with intent to kill or something. Why does she still have the baby if she is so 'crazy' as everyone claims. You would think Child Protective Services would have stepped in at some point along the way. Now then, why did Grand Jury drop the misdemeanor charges of domestic assault and find reason for the much more serious Reckless Endangerment charge, which is a Class D Felony. Innocent as he has said all along? Why not prove that innocence months ago and not having all this hanging over your head David. And now, because or your arrogance and thick-headedness you have to drag the entire county through your sad little soap opera? How does this help you? More importantly, how does this help the entire county - which needs strong leadership now more than ever? How effective are you really going to be in Nashville as the representative of the people with all this hanging over your head - indicted for a felony. Where are all your buddies now? Still standing by your side are they? Step down David. You are an embarressment to us all, whether your supporters will admit that or not. You have given the entire county a black eye.
#11 Nov 28, 2012
In today's Greeneville Sun, Hawk and his attorney were quoted as not knowing the reckless endangerment account was even a possibility. I wonder if Hawk and his attorney will use this latest development to get the trial date pushed back further?
Hawk needs to be exposed for the mean, hateful, arrogant, lying, deceitful, abusive person that he is. He has so many people fooled, especially the people who voted for him. He has serious issues and needs a thorough mental evaluation and anger management before he should ever be allowed around his daughters by himself. It wouldn't hurt his parents to receive the same help. They are just as bad as he is.
#12 Nov 28, 2012
I am interested to see when the court date is.
#13 Nov 28, 2012
I predict this will all be swept away, just like Tim White. I have done my own research on Mr. White. If interested Google Tennessee Attorney General Opinion, then search for opinion 12-65. It's all there in black and white. According to the statutes and opinions, Tim committed a Class D Felony himself by contracting with the county while serving as a public official:
Conflicts of Interest under Tenn. Code Ann.§ 5-14-114File Format: PDF/Adobe Acrobat
PO BOX 20207. NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37202. June 27, 2012. Opinion No. 12-65. Conflicts of Interest under Tenn. Code Ann.§ 5-14-114. QUESTIONS. 1.
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#14 Nov 28, 2012
Nice!!! Print and send to the county attorney!
#15 Nov 28, 2012
Actually the County Attorney recused himself as Tim is 'a friend'. So the Mayor did exactly what he should have by finding another attorney locally, who himself did some research but backed off since Tim White's brother-in-law is Judge Tom Wright. Since the Judge himself was furious over the issue, no local attorney would touch it, so the Mayor hired an attorney from Knoxville with experience in the area of dealing with Elected Officials from a previous case he handled down there. The Mayor used money to hire this attorney from a specific account which was established just for this exact scenario where the County Attorney begged off a particular case. The Knoxville attorney did an excellent job of presenting all the facts and answering all questions. However, Tim's friends and political supporters on the Commission voted that he had not done anything wrong, thus slapping the face of every law-abidding citizen in the county. Shame on those who did not follow the law as prescribed and voted to protect one of their own. Also shame on Berkley Bell, our Democrat District Attorney, who also bowed out in order to preserve friendships with the judge and the democrats supporting Mr. White. You will note that some of the commissioners voting in his support claim to be republican. What's up with that you ask? There are several on the commission who claim to be republican so they can get elected but are actually the most liberal democrats amoung the group. Just politics as usual I suppose, right here in Greene County.
#16 Nov 28, 2012
Maybe we should clean house....seems to stink, from the top down.
#19 Nov 28, 2012
David some of us believe in innocent until proven guilty. What double standards people have. These are some of the same people taking up for a certain commissioner we know. It's in black and white what happened there. But, it's supposed to be ok. Look the other way. But, when it's a republican, the first thing the other side says to do is step down. As for me I'm sick and tired of this double standard, from the local, all the way to the federal level. Fight this charge David, and then show the people.
#20 Nov 28, 2012
Oh and I suppose the county hasn't been given a black eye during all this tax, and conflict of interest mess. Please!!!!!!
#21 Nov 28, 2012
Do you ever consider that he might have done this, as he was alleged to have done to a prior wife?
#22 Nov 28, 2012
He may be a good man that got drunk and caught his wife doing things that is not in the marriage vows . He decided to take out that anger on her not the first time want be the last times this happens . Conservatives like a woman they can control this one seems to have a Degree and a mind .
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Lower Control Arm Bar
Anyone ever had their rear lower control arm bar bend on a 2007 bmw x3? Cost for repair at the dealer $700? Oil Gasket Filter House, cost at the dealer $200? For the lower control arm bar, what were your symptoms? And new tires 1300 Unfortunately I am out of warranty so its coming out of pocket, are these parts easy to fix? Can i get them done anywhere?
Tires you can obviously get done anywhere. Go to tireracks website and get a nice pair of pirellis or michelins for less than 800.
The oil filter housing gasket is a doable job if you have the time and the tools. Need to take off the belt tensioner, alternater and power steering reservoir. The part itself is 5 dollars so you can see the cost is all labor.
Not a common problem to have a bent control arm. Did you hit a curb or anything that would make you suspect a problem? Any peculiar tire wear? Seems a little odd.
Whenever I hit a bump and low speeds especially it makes a noise like something is spinning, sort of like a grinding noise and I can feel it under me. I have it at the dealer now, and that's what they are telling me, and they also said there's some wear on the inside of the tires... So I was going off what they told me...
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I agree that American Football is a great sport, but this is not a good representation of it. The last NFL game I bought was ESPN NFL2K5 on the PS2 by 2K Games.
It was an outstanding game, unfortunately, it was also the last NFL game that 2K produced as the following year EA paid the NFL a vast sum of money for exclusive NFL rights.
I hadn't bought another NFL game until I bought Madden 09 last week. I assumed that being 4 years newer, and on a next gen console that it would much better than 2K5.
I was wrong, I thought Madden 09 was extremely poor, with jerky graphics and animation, and weak presentation. The game runs too fast, and there is no 'feel' like in 2K5. I really didn't feel as though I was playing the game, making tackles etc. It all felt very artificial.
Finally, for a next gen game, even the graphics aren't much better than that on 2K5. Certainly not the animation, stadiums and crowd. Maybe textures and facial features, but nothing else.
If you want a real NFL game, try and find 2K5 and dig out your PS2 / Xbox. I have just ordered All-Pro Football 2K8, which is apparently 2K5 without the NFL licence. Its a shame, but I'll take gameplay over 'official licencing' anyday.
The best way to sum it up is that 2K5 is Pro Evo to Madden 09's Fifa (maybe not the last Fifa though - that was quite good for a change)
A good review of a game I would never have thought of buying. However, I still remain unconverted to American Football.. nice try though (spot then pun..? yeh yeh, I know its called a touchdown)
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Have you heard the one about LeBron James? With his Miami Heat trailing the Dallas Mavericks 3-2 in the NBA Finals, the Chosen One has gone from an object of worship to the butt of jokes on Twitter for his disappearing act during the fourth quarter in this series so far. Even by fellow athletes.
Former New York Jets lineman Damien Woody, a two-time Super Bowl winner, got the ball rolling Friday by tweeting, "If you ask @KingJames for a dollar, he'll only give you 75 cents, he never gives you the fourth quarter. Ouch!"
Various versions of Woody's joke have been ping-ponging around Twitter and Internet ever since. Everyone seems to be having a good yuk at James' expense.
Of course, LeBron could end up having the last laugh. Some would say he's due for a breakout game. The Heat are home in Miami for the last two games. Kobe Bryant's Los Angeles Lakers came back from a 3-2 deficit just last season to win their second straight NBA title. We'll see who's smiling after Game 6 Sunday (8 p.m. ET, ABC).
Reid Cherner has been with USA TODAY since 1982 and written Game On! since March 2008.
He has covered everything from high schools to horse racing to the college and the pros. The only thing he likes more than his own voice is the sound of readers telling him when he's right and wrong.
Michael Hiestand has covered sports media and marketing for USA TODAY, tackling the sports biz ranging from what's behind mega-events such as the Olympics and Super Bowl to the sometimes-hidden numbers behind the sports world's bottom line.