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SPIRULINA (blue-green algae): Benefits, Uses and Virtues of Spirulina? Medicinal properties? Dosage? Side-effects? Origins, Composition, Expert opinions, Combination with other plants and algae, and more Information on Spirulina.
- 1 Spirulina: Medicinal properties
- 2 Spirulina: Origins
- 3 Spirulina: Composition
- 4 Spirulina: Dosage
- 5 Spirulina: Ultimate effects, benefits, virtues
- 6 Spirulina: Side-effects, contraindications
- 7 Spirulina: Opinions of experts
- 8 Spirulina: More information
Spirulina is considered a "superfood". It is a microalga that is extremely rich in proteins, iron, beta-carotene (30 times more than carrots), vitamins, minerals, trace elements… Governments have begun to rely more and more on this alga for combating malnutrition throughout the world, and research into the anti-cancer properties of Spirulina has become more and more active. In any case, Spirulina is an extremely rich, complete alga that is a perfect fit for high level athletes, as well as convalescents.
Spirulina: Medicinal properties
Anti-disease – Anti-cancer – Disintoxication
– powerful antioxidant, anti-aging
– helps to prevent cancer (not enough studies as of today, but its rich composition provides considerable protection for the body)
– convalescence (synergy with Ginseng)
– stimulates the immune system
– reinforces the potential of our immune defenses
– detoxifies the body of heavy metals, pollutants, harmful radiation (synergy with Chlorella)
– protection from radiation
– effective for combating anemia
– reduces high cholesterol levels (frequent usage)
– protects and reinforces all vital organs
– protects from diseases and infections (pharyngitis, flu, colds, laryngitis…)
Energy – Sport – Muscles
– muscular fatigue, high level athletes (synergy with Maca and Tribulus)
– stimulant and tonifying effects on the body
– restores energy and vitality
– reduces sensation of fatigue
– increases endurance (synergy with Rhodiola and Tribulus)
– promotes gain of muscular mass (strong protein content)
– reduces muscular cramps
– oxygenates the body and muscles (thanks to the chlorophyll present in Spirulina)
Balance – Stress – Memory
– promotes general well-being (synergy with Ashwagandha)
– balances the nervous system (synergy with Ginseng)
– nervous muscular spasms
– reduces stress, anxiety, nervousness
– depression, insomnia
– promotes restorative sleep
– improves concentration (synergy with Rhodiola)
– problems associate with old age
– memory problems
– reduces high blood pressure
Skin – Eyes – Hair
– protective action on the skin (synergy with Aloe vera)
– protective action on the eyes
– fortifies nails
– fortifies hair
– restores sheen to hair, skin and nails
– promotes healing and scarring of injuries
Cholesterol – Diet – Painful and overly frequent periods
– reduces high levels of cholesterol (synergy with Ginseng)
– diabetes, regulates blood sugar level, glycemia (synergy with Ginseng)
– regulates appetite
– cleans up intestinal flora ++)
– reduces sensation of hunger, notably while dieting
– permet d'éviter les carences lors d'un régime (synergy with Goji Berry)
– stimulates the creation of good bacteria necessary for digestion (lactobacillus)
– some light intestinal problems (unconfirmed usage)
– reduces painful periods
– reduces overly frequent periods
– reduces sensation of fatigue during menstruation (Spirulina is very rich in iron)
– helps to reduces the symptoms of menopause
– helps to cope better with pregnancy
Spirulina: Origins
Spirulina is an ancient alga, and is said to have been present at the beginning of life on earth. It has defended itself against all aggressions and survived through centuries of time and climatic upheavals. The Aztecs and Incas were among the first to cultivate this blue-green alga, as a complete food, which allowed them to feed their very large population, in combination with another very rich plant: Maca. There are 2 main existing species of Spirulina: Spirulina maxima which comes from Mexico and Spirulina platensis from Chad. Spirulina develops naturally in Andean lakes of volcanic origin, as well as in Lake Texcoco in Mexico.However, it also grows in Africa in the great lakes, particularly in Chad. Today, the high level of interest in this micro-alga and the increase in demand has clearly developed its culture across the world. Recently more and more countries have decided to cultivate Spirulina for its nutritional values, including China, Thailand, INdia, Hawaii and some US states such as California. The most beneficial and complete natural species seems to be that which grows in Mexico. Algae normally grow completely organically and do not require any pesticide. When Spirulina is harvested, it is dried in the sun.
Spirulina: Composition
Spirulina is a very complete alga. It has a very high nutritional value, which allows it to prevent nutrient deficiencies. It contains an enormous amount of proteins, from 50-70% which is exceptional. Spirulina is also rich in essential fatty acids, trace elements, minerals: iron (20 times more than wheat germ), magnesium, calcium, phosphor, potassium, selenium, sodium, chromium, as well as essential amino acids. More, Spirulina is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B7, B8, B12, D, E, K but especially beta-carotene (Provitamin A) and vitamin B12. Its beta-carotene content is 30 times more than carrots, which is exceptional. Its vitamin B12 content is 4 times more than raw liver, already a good source for the body. Spirulina also contains some essential fatty acids including Omega-6. It contains a large quantity of chlorophyll which plays a purifying role and protects the body. Spirulina contains many elements necessary to the healthy functionong of the immune system and nervous system. The assimilation of all its components is generally well managed by the body. Due to its ultra rich composition, Spirulina is used to fight malnutrition across the world.
Spirulina: Dosage
It is recommended to take 2-6 g of Spirulina per day. Some people recommend up to 10 g/day, knowing that 10 grams is a high dosage. The first effects of Spirulina are felt even in weak doses (800mg). Spirulina can be absorbed with a good glass of water, but also with fruit or vegetable juices.
Spirulina: Ultimate effects, benefits, virtues
Spirulina is particularly recommended to athletes wishing to avoid deficiencies and muscular fatigue. Spirulina also responds very well to the needs of convalescents. Moreover, due to the richness of its composition, Spirulina is effective in protecting the body, stimulating the immune system and detoxifying the body of heavy metals and other pollutants. It is often alternated with Chlorella as a course of treatment for detoxifying the body. Spirulina is also very useful for combating excessive blood cholesterol and diabetes and for regulating the level of glycemia in the blood. Spirulina is also very effective for combating anemia. In addition, Spirulina is a friend to women with painful or overly frequent periods. Finally, Spirulina is very useful when dieting because it prevents deficiencies and helps to better manage hunger.
Spirulina: Side-effects, contraindications
Spirulina is safe to use, but the recommended dosage must not be exceeded. Spirulina can provoke more than a few light side-effects, by virtue of the fact that it detoxifies the body. It is thus recommended to start with weak doses, which are gradually increased. Spirulina can provoke migraines or light fever; for some it can cause constipation, for others diarrhea (particularly in strong doses). It can cause the appearance of red spots, bring light stomach pains, provoke black or green stools (because it detoxifies the colon). Spirulina can also cause a temporary weakening of the liver (by virtue of the fact that it contains many vitamins and minerals), as well as kidney problems in very strong doses (over 10 grams per day). It must be remembered that all these side-effects are the result of detoxification and purification. Reduce dosage and then increase gradually again. Do not use Spirulina for more than 3 consecutive weeks; take a break and alternate with Chlorella.
Spirulina is not recommended to persons suffering from fever, nor to those allergic to algae.
Spirulina: Opinions of experts
Spirulina is said to have been present on earth for more than 3 billion years. It is extremely rich and, in the future, Spirulina may play a major role in the fight against malnutrition. As regards its anti-cancer benefits, no scientific proof has yet been advanced, but due to its rich composition, it helps to prevent deficiencies, provides a fortifying action and provides considerable protection for the body against diseases and other infections. Thus, Spirulina is an excellent detoxifier, which makes it a good barrier against radioactivity, as well as all the heavy metals responsible for poisoning the body.
Spirulina: More information
Care should be taken when ordering Spirulina; it is important to ensure the good quality of Spirulina. Try to confirm the origins of the product you buy, or contact the seller for more information, because Spirulina has a tendency to easily absorb all pollutants and heavy metals (this is also one of its most beneficial actions for the body). Care should be taken that it is not contaminated at its origin – make sure to confirm where it has been produced, as this plays an important part in its overall quality.
Spirulina is often alternated with Chlorella (for detoxifying the body) as a course of treatment – 3 weeks of Chlorella / 1 week's rest / 3 weeks of Spirulina. Or Spirulina+Chlorella together. It can also be combined with Ginseng (convalescence, fatigue, nervous balance, cholesterol, diabetes), but also Ashwagandha and especially Maca (very rich plant, athletes, energy, libido), Rhodiola (nervous balance, fatigue, concentration, endurance, oxygenation of the body), Milk Thistle and Turmeric (detoxification, help to prevent cancer, blood purification, liver protection), Acerola and Wolfberry (for its excellent vitamin C supplement, powerful antioxidant, natural anti-aging, immunity).
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- October 20, 2013 8pm
Every year, the Turtle Creek Chorale and their Partners in Harmony—the choirs of welcoming and inclusive churches and synagogues—put on a phenomenal concert featuring more than 350 voices. This year, actor, pianist, and Playbill.com columnist Seth Rudetsky joins in for a performance of his one-man show, Deconstructing Broadway, mixed with the music of Les Miserables, The Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd, Newsies, Ragtime, and more.
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Coenraad van Beek, PwC global ethics leader answers some questions on the PwC Code of conduct.
Coeni: Our code of conduct is basically a set of standards describing the behaviour we expect of our own people. Why do we have one? Well, obviously PwC already conducts its business in a framework of relevant laws, regulations and internal policies - but we recognise that these do not govern all behaviour. We feel it is important for all our clients, our people and other stakeholders - to understand exactly what we stand for and how they can expect us to conduct ourselves.


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Rod Stewart + Jeff Beck Ditch Plans to Work Together
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Rod Stewart and Jeff Beck were planning to record blues tracks together for the first time in 40 years. But they ended up ditching that directive since they didn't like each other's work.
Stewart and Beck got together in 2011 to record a blues album, which would be their first new material together since the guitarist broke up The Jeff Beck Group on the eve of the Woodstock festival in 1969.
They worked separately on demo tracks for the album but when it came time to merge their ideas, they hated each other's work and had to shelve the project. Their friendship has suffered, as well.
R. Stew said, "We actually started working on a blues album together. We went away and put some demos together and sent them to each other and I hated his and he hated mine. I emailed him to wish him a Merry Christmas, didn't get anything back. It would be electric if we got together, but it would need Hillary Clinton to bring it off."
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So being the little princess that I am to my Daddy.... I got him a fun card, and a tee shirt that says "The Dogfather". He says he will wear it proudly!!!
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As usual, before getting into the nitty-gritty portion of the benchmark tests, we take a look at the handset's performance out of the box. Considering that it's featuring a 720p display and the LG Optimus skin running on top of Android 2.3 Gingerbread, it would normally give us some worries due to the added processing powered required to operate the handset. However, it actually exhibits the same rate of performance as its contemporaries when it comes down to executing basic tasks – like navigating across the homescreen or running apps. Though, we do notice just a hint of choppiness while interacting with one the preloaded widgets, but it's nothing detrimental. In all honesty, it seems to offer the same level of performance to devices like the HTC Rezound and Motorola DROID RAZR.
Not surprisingly, the results we're given with the Quadrant benchmark test aren't all that alarming, seeing that it's indicative of any other dual-core processor we've seen from Qualcomm's camp. In fact, its scores range within 2,300 to 2,700, which aren't mind-blowing per se, but quite fitting for its processor. Meanwhile, the AnTutu benchmark test puts up an overall score of 5,986 for the LG Spectrum – again, it's a respectable mark that tangles with other reputable devices like the Samsung Galaxy S II. So what does it all mean for the smartphone? Well, they're actually very normal results we're seeing out of the handset, meaning, we're neither impressed nor disappointed – albeit, we'll be seeing how it'll perform in the next few days during extensive testing to give our final take.


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Patrick Park never smiled. Patrick Park hardly said a word, but he didn't need to. There was so much happening in his eyes. Wearing a T-shirt, blazer and jeans, Park mesmerized the diehards who showed up early to catch his brief opening appearance with British power pop mainstays Supergrass at Spaceland in Los Angeles, California.
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Armed with an acoustic guitar, a whole lot of charisma, and more than a little angst, Park led the small crowd through a quiet, but fierce, set. The most obvious thing about him was his almost gleeful lack of pretence. No schmoozing the crowd. No trying to be anything other than what he is. When you see a Patrick Park show, the music is the star. And in a music business over saturated with pre-packaged studio acts, an artist like Patrick Park is a welcome breath of fresh air.
Though Park plays music that can be easily classified as folk or even alt-country-folk, his punk roots are evident. Many of Park's songs traverse love's rocky terrain, but his lyrics are never trite or syrupy; instead they are honest, personal, and sometimes ugly. Park is a fearless singer who frequently sings out of the bounds of his natural range and it works. Park's voice during the gorgeous "Honest Skrew" was all rasp and passion. "Wake up next to you, honest screw / Because you always go too far / So, you slip slowly out, to sit in the next room / And eat your breakfast in the dark / It won't feed your cold and lonely heart". Strongly reminiscent of Kurt Cobain, with a little Morrissey thrown in for good measure, Park sang the song as if he were still waist deep in the muck.
Park ran through songs from both his modest back catalogue and his newest release, Under the Unminding Skies, including "Past Poisons", another fine example of the power of Park's lyrical content. "You're just another one of last summer's dreams / Your eyes are blue, and your seas are green / Some small consolation you get for a while / So drink down your sorrows and their crooked ass smiles." His voice during "Past Poisons" was strong and defiant. "Nothing's Wrong", a beautiful country-inspired folk song with soaring vocals over a gentle tinkling guitar, and the well-crafted pop-folk of "Home for Now" were both captivating live.
The early '70s rock-inspired "Thunderbolt" (think Neil Young with a prettier voice) was also strong. Once again Park's lyrics shined: "She's a thunderbolt with guns and fire / Two arms full of holes and nothing to hold / She's a restless sort with secrets that wait on corners in the dark / To pinch with a pain / To sting and to smart / God knows it gets so hard to keep out the cold, when you're living in a house full of holes".
During "Bullets by the Door" it became clear that Park is not only a strong singer-songwriter, but also a fine guitar player. His finger picking is impressive, but even more exciting is his ability to play lead, rhythm and bass on the acoustic guitar. Park is also a bit of a perfectionist. After missing a note during "Your Smile's A Drug", he blurted a spontaneous "fuck" and cracked an unexpected wait, was that a smile? Perhaps, but it was brief. A flash, really. Kind of like a late-night apparition you might think you see out of the corner of your eye.
Park rounded out the show with a rousing cover of the Carter Family version of the traditional American hymn, "Will the Circle be Unbroken?", which prompted some crowd participation in the form of hand claps, and "Silver Girl": "That howling wind, it comes knocking on her door / You know I want her here, but it wants her more / She's a sad-eyed silver skinner, with worn and broken decks / And you can hear her moan, as the main sail sets / She says, "Hang on silver girl, "It's going to be alright, now". The melancholy in Park's voice as he sang "Silver Girl" was palpable. And as he sang each word, there was no doubt he meant every bit of it.
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Get the Commodores to come play there. The Commodores at the Commodore has a nice ring to it. That way we can all sing along to Brick House. Place looks great.
That is really a novel idea. What a shame that Thursday is rehearsal night on JI, then.
David, Danny WAS, IS AND ALWAYS will be TDN. It was DANNY who formed the band, had the concept for three lead singers who didn't play instruments on stage, and the idea to renovate songs that didn't become hits on the respective singer/songwriters' albums. Cory's contributions included his excellent, one-of-a-kind voice, his idea of having a live band play behind the three lead singers instead of a tape, and his vast common sense.
Concerning Danny's talents. He's an even better singer now than he was in the 70s because during that period of time he was a heavy smoker and used drugs. (By the way he has been clean and sober 13 YEARS LONGER THAN CHUCK), quitting cold turkey in 1979. In addition, I bet you didn't know that Danny's first choice for the third dog was Bruce Johnston who turned him down because he wanted to join the Beach Boys(he also wrote Barry Manilow's hit I Write the Songs).
A reunion will be impossible due to Chuck's negative actions (a lot of them occurred AFTER he became sober), interviews, and posts about the band members (Danny and Cory in particular). As a result, the current band doesn't want to perform with him. Finally, don't be surprised when TDN makes it to the R&RHOF if Chuck receives a letter from the HOF President informing him that he's not allowed to perform in the TDN induction ceremony due to the reasons mentioned above in this post.
David, you and other Chuck lovers are in total denial and have very inaccurate information (only Chuck's word). According to ClassicBands.com's bio of Cory (which is correct because the author thanks Cory for his assistance with the bio's accuracy), it was CORY who was against Chuck returning to the band.
However, by 1997 both Danny and Cory were ready to reinstate him with conditions (3 years on a trial basis and not being a partner). In my opinion, these conditions were necessary, since 1. Chuck was away from the band for 12 years, 2.there was no guarantee that Chuck could still fit in with them (harmonize with Danny and Cory as well as get along with the other band members) 3. no guarantee that Chuck could remain clean and sober. Cory and Danny owned the rights to the band and had to think of everyone who was employed by TDN; hence the conditions. (Cory talks briefly about this in a September 28, 2012 interview with NJ.com)
Chuck, for his part, made outrageous demands and the deal was terminated. To get revenge, he then wrote a book which denigrated Danny, Cory, and the band, gave interviews where he took sole credit for the band's success in the 70's as well as being nasty and mean spirited toward the band members over the years (most recently made insinuations against Cory's character while his family, friends, "brothers in the band" and fans are still in mourning) and wrote very negative posts about TDN on his facebook and blog pages. As for Cory's and Danny's "hating each other", that's another one of Chuck's lies. After all, how could he know how they felt about each other since he was away from the band for 30 years. Also, it's impossible to imagine people working together for over 40 years if they disliked each other so much.
IMHO, the reasons Chuck isn't back with the band are: 1 NONE of the current band members want to work with him 2. None of the current band members are ego-driven, narcissistic, or prima donnas; they work as a team and are an united front 3. The families of Cory and Jimmy approved of and are very satisfied with the newest members (Eddie and David were very close friends with Cory and have ties to the family) 4.All of the current band members are valuable because they have more than one talent; Pat is also an audio engineer and he was responsible for the band using in-ear monitors which he helped design; Eddie is a singer/songwriter who wrote many compositions for various cable shows and also owns his own company; David is also a singer/sonwriter who composed material with many artists and once wrote a song for Ray Charles. He also plays keyboard and guitar.Paul is also a singer/songwriter and has skills in management of artists; in addition, he also knows how to play both the bass and lead guitar and well as sing harmony. Michael is a great songwriter and once lead his own band. Finally, Danny: Singer, Producer, Arranger, Talent Manager of musicians, etc. 5. TDN is playing to consistently sold-out venues. They don't need Chuck.
As for your other comments on other facebook pages concerning Danny, Chuck, Michael, and Floyd touring together; if Danny can't stand Chuck and doesn't want him in the band, it would be impossible for that kind of tour.
I'll be there tonight. I'm going to be writing a blog about the event and picking up my kit. This is a great idea!
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Thanks for all the details on this TDN saga, Ted. I believe every word of this, having read Chuck Negron's autobiography TWICE. However, I'm still shocked that Danny Hutton refuses to even pick up the phone & give both Chuck & Floyd Sneed a call - even after losing two more original "Dogs" with Jimmy Greenspoon & Cory Wells. These three men are well up into their years - they are all in their mid-seventies. Danny should seriously pick up that phone & reunite with the other three surviving "Dogs" (the other being Mike Allsup (who's in the current version of TDN with Danny) before it's really, really too late!
Now that arrests are made, it's even more depressing. Mindless street violence taking the life an innocent victim. Naturally, the two guys had previous violent crime / gun crime arrests and weren't in jail.
Criminals killing each other is one thing, but this sort of shit, as relatively uncommon as it is, is what people really worry about and why we need our criminal justice system to work better.
RIP little Bro. You always made me laugh especially when you were on a rant. Still can't believe this shit and want to know why.
Just fuck. What a waste of life, such a tragedy.
Thank you, I enjoyed this...
When I first met Eric I can't say I was a fan. Like the tribute above said, he was brash, sarcastic, surly, direct, and had this way of raising an eyebrow at you that just made you feel stupid. Over the course of the past dozen years or so I realized that he was consistently sarcastic, surly, direct. It was't an act, it was who he was. And it would have sucked if he were not all those things that made him Eric. Because Eric was cool as fuck. He will be missed.
Thank you Saliba.
Really nice write up Dustin. One of my kids texted me the news around lunchtime using the exact words you used to your parents "Prince Died".
Eric was a cool guy and a part of our Cumberland's experience. Much love and sorrow from the blues community.
Put another dime in the jukebox, baby!
I could not be more excited for Tedeschi Trucks Band!!!
Should be great. I love the Music Hall.
Warren and Gov't Mule dominated it for two nights last year. Crazy shows.
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How would you describe your sex life? Do the words dull and routine come to mind? If so, it's time for you to spice up your sex life. It's possible to create the sex life of your dreams — you just need to add a little dash of excitement and passion. Here's how:Have sex with a stranger. That is, pretend to! You and your partner can create fake names and adopt sexy new personalities (such as a femme fatale and a macho construction worker). Meet your partner at a trendy restaurant or a dive bar and spend the night pretending to get to know each other. Try wearing a wig or false eyelashes to make the transformation complete. Stay in character all the way home, even when you get to the bedroom. You will definitely feel as though you're having sex with your partner for the first time!
Make your bedroom a sex haven. If your bedroom is a mess of work papers, dirty laundry, and knickknacks, you're going to be distracted when you snuggle in bed with your partner. Clear out the clutter and make your bedroom a sanctuary for sex and rest. Everything else should go, including your laptop, the television, and other electronics. Purchase soft, luxurious sheets and covers and buy some candles or a light dimmer to help set the mood. Toys and erotica are optional!
Try sex somewhere new. Just because you have a new and improved bedroom doesn't mean you should neglect the rest of the house! Try having sex somewhere different, such as in the shower, on the kitchen counter, or even your backyard (provided you have a fenced-in private area!). You can take your show on the road too: Flirtatiously ask your partner to meet you in the bathroom when you are eating dinner at a fancy restaurant, or become a part of the Mile High Club. The danger of possibly getting caught will make it that much more exciting!
Use words to tantalize each other. When people think of erotica, they tend to think of porn videos and magazines. However, there is so much more to erotica than what meets the eye — such as what meets the ear. Try reading a sexy book out loud to your partner, taking your time on all the "naughty" bits, and let his imagination run wild picturing the scene. Who knew being a bookworm could be so much fun? (Authors such as Nancy Friday and Violet Blue have good erotica collections you might enjoy alone or with your partner.)
Talk about what you want. The best way to have more passionate and fulfilling sex is to tell your partner what exactly you find to be passionate and fulfilling! If you don't speak up and share your fantasies with your partner, he won't be able to make them come true. Be brave — after all, if you can have sex with your partner, why can't you talk about it?
The best sex doesn't happen out of nowhere. It takes honesty, communication, and a willingness to let go of inhibitions and try new things!
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As catalysts for alternative transportation, connections between communities and parks, and stormwater management strategies, greenways build upon a legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted's "parkways" that linked citizens to urban green spaces in a pre-automotive era. Now, as bicycle commuting becomes increasingly viable, greenways support linkages across the urban environment. Furthermore, they often offer ecological resiliency through plantings and new habitats. Designs recall, or even incorporate New York City's long history of industry, infrastructure and planning. But what makes a path a Greenway?
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Justin Tuck, Michael Strahan talk up the big game
The following Q&As are part of a sponsored interview that USA TODAY held with Giants defensive lineman Justin Tuck, former New York Giants defensive lineman Michael Strahan and Subway spokesman Jared Fogle.
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With two sacks and a forced fumble, New York defensive end Justin Tuck shined in the first New York-New England title matchup in 2008. See how he's ramping up for the rematch.
Getting ready for this game should be familiar to you now. How are you feeling?
I'm feeling great! I'm obviously feeling blessed to be in the situation that we're in with the opportunity to play in another big game. You never want to take these games for granted because you never know if you're going to get the opportunity to get back to one in your career.
What are you doing to prepare?
We're just trying to keep doing the same things we've done all year. With all the fanfare around the game, it will be tough. The guys that have been there before are helping some of the younger guys who have never experienced this level of play.
Are you ready to face New England again?
The first time being out there, I didn't know what to expect. I was kind of just overjoyed to be in that game and have the opportunity. This year, our teams feel a little bit more poised. We know what this game is all about—and that experience is going to help us a lot.
Did you learn anything from your last time in this game that you will apply this time around?
You learn how quickly the time goes by. You think you have two weeks off, but there's so much to figure out that time flies by. It's important to take care of logistics—the hotel rooms and flights for your family—as soon as possible so you can start focusing on the game.
Do you do anything unusual before a big game?
No, I'm pretty standard. You have to get your field study in, lift your weights, make sure you eat the right things, and make sure your energy levels are ready for a game like this. Everybody is going to be on such a big high, you have to compose yourself for four quarters.
What are you most looking forward to?
I'm looking forward to getting out there and getting the opportunity to spend a lot of time with teammates and prepare for another win. That's when you can have your fun—after the game.
Any words for the New York fans out there?Come out and support us. It's going to be a fun time for us and, hopefully, another epic victory!
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Michael Strahan says the feeling of winning the NFL championship is 'euphoric.'
Michael Strahan was a member of the New York team that beat New England in 2008. He also played for a championship in 2001, when New York lost to Baltimore.
Can you talk about what it's like to be a champ, especially since you also played for a team that lost in this game?
When you lose one, and you're out there on that field, and they're ushering you off to the locker room like your whole season didn't matter because no one cares about second place, it takes the heart out of you, it kills you.
When we marched down the field [in 2008] and scored and eventually won the game, it's the best feeling I've had professionally to see the guys you play with and do all that hard work with at an all-time emotional high.
And for me it finally happened after 15 years in the league and that was euphoric.
What makes these two teams so consistently good?
Coaching. The mentality of their coaches. They both have coaches who understand that you have to have a system in place of respect with the players, from the players, and that you have to have consistency.
And both of these coaches have consistency in how they coach and their philosophies of what it takes to win.
Do you think these two coaches have similar personalities?
Bill Belichick, in the media, comes across as a little more unapproachable. The players love him. And the players understand him and get him.
Tom Coughlin is great with the players and he is what you see with the media. He's a good guy and he's a fun guy, but at the same time he's a serious guy when it comes to winning and it comes to football.
Between 2001, when New York lost to Baltimore, and 2008, did you notice a change in terms of the pressure or attention?
As the game gets bigger for the fans it gets bigger for the players.
There's so much more coverage, more storylines. There are so many more channels on TV that you need to fill. And what better way to fill it than with this game. There's a lot more things required of you than back in 2001 when we went the first time.
Once the game starts, do you think about how big this game is?
You're just out there thinking we just have to win the game, the last game of the season.
It is the ultimate focus and concentration you need to have, and if you don't have it you're not going to win.
The team that is the most focused and executes the best is the team that wins. That's usually the team that can handle the pressure of the situation.
No matter how loud the stadium is, once you're on that field and that offense walks up to the line, it's silent. You can only hear the guys on the field. It's amazing how much concentration you can have when it's required and how powerful your mind is to give it to you.
This time of year, do you get the itch to still be on the field?
Only in the playoffs, trust me. Not for the other times.
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Jared Fogle says the people of Indianapolis will be rooting for Eli Manning due to his relation to the Colts' Peyton Manning.
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First things first, are you a football fan?
HUGE football fan—a big Indianapolis fan. It wasn't our year unfortunately. But I have season tickets and try to plan my travel schedule around the games as much as I can.
What's Indy like these days?
It's been insane, I tell you. Every week that's gone by, it just seems to get a little crazier. Usually when people think of this city, they think of basketball. But in the last decade, especially with Peyton Manning and the teams' success, football has brought a lot of pride to the city. People are really excited.
Describe your hometown to someone who's never visited.
I always like to say it's the best of both worlds: It's big enough that it offers pretty much everything you need but without all the hassle of a big city. The people here are really what make Indianapolis so special. We have the most friendly, down-to-earth, generally nice people—and that whole Midwestern mentality. Hopefully the people coming in next weekend have the chance to experience that.
Does it feel good to show off your city to the county?
Most people would never just come to Indianapolis unless they had a reason. What's neat is that everybody who visits comments on what a great city it is. They might not have expected much going in [laughs]. But at least they had a good time while they were here.
I really think it's going to show off our city in a big way. The city's ready for it with open arms and Hoosier hospitality.
What should visitors check out while in town?
The downtown will be where it's at. Everything will be happening downtown. That's definitely going to be the place to be.
Another place worth visiting is Broad Ripple. It's about 5 to 6 miles outside of the downtown area. There are a lot of good bar and nightclubs. The city is going to be hopping.
You have attended the game in the past. What makes the event so special?
There's no event in the United States that is bigger. Until you experience it in person, you really can't get a flavor for it. The mood and excitement of the fans—it's just a frenzy until the game.
I think it's going to be great to the people here in Indianapolis. We've hosted big events before but we've never had anything this big. Who knows if Indy will get to host again. I think everyone here is trying to enjoy it, make the most of it, take it all in, and have some good memories.
Which team is the city rooting for?
We have battled against Tom Brady and those guys for so many years, so there's no love lost there. Plus, little brother Manning is going to be quarterbacking. We've got to root for Eli!


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Roberto Mancini fears that City could end up stuck in a vicious circle unless they can break out of the Champions League group stage this season.
The Blues boss bemoaned the fact that, for the second year running, his rookie Champions League team has been drawn in a difficult group – this time facing the champions of Spain, Netherlands and Germany.
But he also knows that if City keep being knocked out at the group stage, their Uefa ranking will not advance enough to improve their seeding – and they will continue to come up against the likes of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.
"We want to play for a better seeding," said the City boss as the Blues geared up for tonight's crunch against Ajax in Amsterdam.
"We started the group so-so, but we still have a chance to go through. We must take our chance."
The fact that City are only in their second Champions League campaign, and face Ajax for the first time in their history, cannot be an excuse, says the Italian.
"We don't have experience as a club, but all of our players have Champions League experience," he said.
"Maybe as a club, we need more experience, but we have good players and that's why we should be in the second stage.
"It is not easy because you need luck in this competition when you have the draw for the group.
"It is frustrating. We are here and every group game is difficult in the Champions League."
City changed their schedule for this game. Normally they train at Carrington and fly in the afternoon, which in the past has meant arriving at their hotel in the evening.
This time they flew out in the morning and trained at the magnificent Amsterdam ArenA at teatime yesterday.
But Mancini said that had nothing to do with a run of poor European away results which has seen the Blues lose three of their four away games in the competition, their only win being at last season's group whipping boys Villarreal. They also slumped at Sporting Lisbon in the Europa League.
"Some players wanted to see the stadium, that's why we came here," he said with a smile.
The Blues appeared to work on their shape in full view of the Dutch media and Ajax club officials, with Gareth Barry and James Milner in holding positions while, further forward, Yaya Toure was in a central attacking midfield role.
He had players doubled up in the other positions, with Sergio Aguero and Mario Balotelli to the left of Yaya, Samir Nasri and Scott Sinclair to the right and Edin Dzeko and Carlos Tevez up front.
Unless Mancini has pulled off a deception, he will stick with a 4-2-3-1, and said he would decide his final team selection this morning.
"We did 10 minutes here on the tactical situation, nothing special," he said afterwards, but accepted that he had a dilemma of what to do about Edin Dzeko after he again scored twice off the bench.
"It is always difficult," he said. "When you have four strikers like Mario, Sergio, Carlos and Edin, you can't play them all. Dzeko was fantastic against West Brom, but we will decide tomorrow.
"It is impossible that one player is happy when he is on the bench, I have never known this. But when you play at a top team, you have 15 or 16 players, but we play a lot of games, every three dayss, and all good players have a chance to play.
"I talk with the players. It is important. If you remember last year, Edin and Mario Balotelli came from the bench against QPR – one scored a goal, and the other provided an assist."
City have allowed more shots on their goal than any other team in the group stages, with Joe Hart's heroics keeping Real Madrid down to three goals at the Bernabeu and somehow keeping Borussia Dortmund to just one a fortnight later.
Mancini said he was unconcerned at the statistic, adding: "It is better that we don't concede a lot of shots, but we played against Real Madrid in Madrid, so it is difficult not to concede chances.
"We had a bad game against Dortmund, but it is important we don't give away so many chances to score."
Mancini praised the host club for their youth policy, but denied a suggestion from a Dutch journalist that the two clubs were opposites, as Ajax are famed for their academy, while City have bought front-line players.
"I am very lucky because I work for a fantastic club, but it is not true I get whoever I want," he said. "In the past, Ajax have played young players from the Academy and they won everything.
"They are one of the best clubs in history and if they continue to work like the last 20 years, they can win again.
"For us, Ajax is an important club because we want an academy like Ajax or Barcelona, so that in 10 years' time, we can have a team like this.
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Most Portuguese Water Dogs are accepting of other pets when raised with them.
PWDs are strong-minded, with an independent streak and a wicked sense of humor. Consistent leadership is a must.
A natural retriever, the Portuguese Water Dog is a very mouthy dog who will pick up everything in his path, chew up both edible and inedible objects, and try to gnaw on your hands. Provide a box filled with toys so he can satisfy his oral fixation by carrying something around in his mouth.
Youngsters are especially rambunctious, bore easily, and without enough attention and structured activity can excavate vast chasms in your yard.
If you want a dog who...
- Is medium-sized, strong and durable, athletic and agile
- Has a curly or wavy coat
- Sheds less than many other breeds, because shed hairs are trapped in the tousled coat
- Thrives on vigorous exercise and athletic activities.
- Makes a fine watchdog, but is too polite to be a guardian
- Is usually fine with other pets
A Portuguese Water Dog may be right for you.
If you don't want to deal with...
- Vigorous exercise requirements
- Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young
- Destructiveness when bored or not exercised enough
- Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge
- Regular brushing and clipping
- Mouthiness -- carrying and chewing objects, mouthing your hands
A Portuguese Water Dog may not be right for you.
- choosing the RIGHT breeder and the RIGHT puppy
- or choosing an ADULT dog from your animal shelter or rescue group – a dog who has already proven that he doesn't have negative traits
- training your dog to respect you
- avoiding health problems by following my daily care program in 11 Things You Must Do Right To Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy
More traits and characteristics of the Portuguese Water Dog
If I was considering a Portuguese Water Dog, I would be most concerned about...
- Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation. Portuguese Water Dogs MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored -- which they usually express by barking and destructive chewing. Bored Portuguese Water Dogs can make a shambles of your house and yard.
If you simply want a pet for your family, and don't have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking or swimming, or to get involved in agility (obstacle course), or advanced obedience, or tracking, or a similar canine activity, I do not recommend this breed.
- Bounciness. Young Portuguese Water Dogs (up to about two years old) romp and jump with great vigor, and things can go flying, including people.
If you have small children, or if you or anyone who lives with you is elderly or infirm, I do not recommend PWD puppies. The temptation to play roughly and nip at moving people is too strong in many young Portuguese Water Dogs.
- Mind of their own. Portuguese Water Dogs are not Golden Retrievers. The best PWDs are very smart and capable of learning a great deal, but they have an independent mind of their own. They can be manipulative and willful. You must show them, through absolute consistency, that you mean what you say.
To teach your Portuguese Water Dog to listen to you, "Respect Training" is mandatory. My Portuguese Water Dog Training Page discusses the program you need.
- Grooming. Portuguese Water Dogs have a tousled coat that requires regular brushing, and also clipping and trimming. But don't expect your pet PWD to look like the show dogs you've seen in books or on TV. That particular look takes hours of work by experienced show groomers.
- Shedding. Contrary to what some breeders claim, the Portuguese Water Dog is NOT a good choice for people with allergies. They definitely shed, though some of the shed hair gets caught in the long coat rather than ending up on your floor. Thus, frequent brushing is essential not only for keeping the coat mat-free, but for removing shed hair.
- Health problems. Hip dysplasia, eye diseases, heart disease, skin conditions, immune system disorders -- Portuguese Water Dogs can be risky in the health department.
To keep this breed healthy, I strongly recommend following all of the advice on my Portuguese Water Dog Health Page.
To learn more about training Portuguese Water Dogs to be calm and well-behaved, consider my dog training book, Teach Your Dog 100 English Words.
It's a unique Vocabulary and Respect Training Program that will make your Portuguese Water Dog the smartest, most well-behaved companion you've ever had.
Teaches your dog to listen to you, to pay attention to you, and to do whatever you ask him to do.
My dog buying guide, Dog Quest: Find The Dog Of Your Dreams, will teach you everything you need to know about finding a healthy Portuguese Water Dog. Health problems have become so widespread in dogs today that this book is required reading for ANYONE who is thinking of getting a purebred, crossbred, or mixed breed dog.
If you'd like to consult with me personally about whether the Portuguese Water Dog might be a good dog breed for your family, I offer a Dog Breed Consulting Service.
Once you have your Portuguese Water Dog home, you need to KEEP him healthy -- or if he's having any current health problems, you need to get him back on the road to good health.
My dog health care book, 11 Things You Must Do Right To Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy is the book you need.
Raise your dog the right way and you will be helping him live a longer, healthier life while avoiding health problems and unnecessary veterinary expenses.
Please consider adopting an ADULT Portuguese Water Dog...
When you're acquiring a Portuguese Water Dog PUPPY, you're acquiring potential -- what he one day will be. So "typical breed characteristics" are very important.
But when you acquire an adult dog, you're acquiring what he already IS and you can decide whether he is the right dog for you based on that reality. There are plenty of adult Portuguese Water Dogs who have already proven themselves NOT to have negative characteristics that are "typical" for their breed. If you find such an adult dog, don't let "typical breed negatives" worry you. Just be happy that you found an atypical individual -- and enjoy!
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Tellingly perhaps, divorcing couple Paul McCartney and Heather Mills have stopped arguing about what has been said and done, and are now arguing about what might yet be said and done. If reports are to be believed, Macca wants Mucca to keep her trap shut about their time together, while Mucca wants to work the US chat-show circuit. Macca is dictating that Mucca say 'only good and positive things', and seeking to impose some kind of 'gagging order', which Mucca doesn't think is realistic. Unfortunately for Sir Paul, Heather may be right.
First of all, respect to Ms Mills. If rumours are to be believed then sticking to her guns about wanting to tell all on a future Oprah special could cost her up to £20m from the divorce honeypot, which seems a lot for the privilege of sitting next to a plastic cheese plant, 'spilling'. But then, what do we mere mortals know of high-stakes divorces? What most of us do know about is the post-relationship urge to vent - how what was once a warm, quiet love can suddenly turn nasty, vengeful and very (very) loud. Trying to put a 'gagging order' on that would be like whispering 'Ssh' to a whirlwind.
Still, could these kinds of 'gagging orders' work for ordinary mortals? Probably not. For many, the only fun to be had from splitting up is bitching about their ex - it's a sacred ritual. After all, you've put up with a total idiot for how long? Now you're finally free it's unfair that you can't have a period of 'reflection', debating what went wrong (something they did), how it could never have worked (because of them), how there are always innocent victims (you), and difficult decisions to be made - throw clothes out of window, or attack them with garden shears?
Moreover, some might argue there already is a working 'gagging order' system in place - namely along the lines of the old CND term 'MAD' (Mutually Assured Destruction). Just as Russia and America scared each other into mutual military impotence with their threats of nuclear holocaust for decades, so too have former couples down the years operated a 'Golden Silence' system that can only be broken by one of them breaking ranks and telling the world about their former partner's third nipple, miserliness, lack of hygiene, and/or selfishness in the bedroom. At which point the injured party goes public with their own carefully complied 'revenge dossier' and boom!, all hell breaks loose (see Tarrant vs Tarrant).
While no one is perfect, it has to be said that some people can get a little gender-extreme in response to splits. In female terms this entails a quasi-black widow syndrome, where you wouldn't mind having them sent to sleep with the fishes (all women go a bit Tony Soprano when disappointed in love). Men are just as bad, remaining the sex prone to pressing 'erase' on everything to do with their former partner with unsettling (insulting) swiftness. Either that or they're busy posting lewd pictures of them on the internet ('This is a naked photo of the woman who just dumped me - isn't she hot?').
However, in my opinion, none of these examples comes close to the unbearable creepiness of the 'Let's be reasonable' break-up, when your ex goes round telling everyone what 'a truly wonderful person, with fine qualities' you are. See what I mean - enraging. It's the romantic equivalent of one of those 'with regret' form letters they send out to announce corporate redundancies.
Obviously these people are so full of pent-up rage, in years to come they will be caught going on homicidal rampages with hunting knives between their teeth. But at the time, you think, 'What's going on? Don't I merit a couple of crazed, embittered rants?' Or in the case of Mills, some ill-advised chat-show appearances? Indeed, Mills's urge to spill may be just her way of showing she once cared (or something).
All of which explains why post-relationship gagging orders wouldn't work. The human post-split impulses will always be there - for our pain to be acknowledged and, ultimately, given the respect it deserves. Failing that, just make sure the other person cops the blame for absolutely everything.


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There has been a lot of talk about how England heading into the European Championships with relatively low expectations from back home could help them, but they must still believe they can do well and compete.
Wayne Rooney may well have raised a few wry smiles when he claimed that winning the tournament is within England's capabilities, especially considering his own petulance has cost him playing any part in the first two matches.
But what else is he expected to say? No player gets to the top level without having supreme confidence of their own ability and that of the others around them, no matter how things might look on paper.
The most important thing for England in their opening game against France is to avoid defeat. Beating them would of course be incredible for many reasons. It would hand England the initiative in the group, would end France's long unbeaten run and avenge that heart-breaking defeat at Euro 2004.
However, a draw in their Group D opener in Donetsk would do England just fine, as it still puts them in with a genuine shout of topping their group. That is something which will be vital in their chances of progressing past the quarter-finals.
In 2004, after losing to France, they won both of their other group games but still finished second, and as such they played Portugal in the next round and were eliminated while France had would should have been the much easier draw against Greece.
If a similar set of circumstances bears out again this year, England will most likely come up against defending champions Spain. Facing likely Group C runners-up Italy might not be a walk in the park, but any manager given the choice would surely plump for the Azzurri every time.
Also, defeat in that opener in Lisbon eight years was compensated by victories over Switzerland and Croatia orchestrated by a young Rooney. This time, England will play tournament bogey side Sweden and co-hosts Ukraine, and will only have the services of Rooney for the second of those games.
Forget the friendly win over Sweden at Wembley last November. When it matters, the Scandinavians have an exceptional record against England. Besides, Spain lost at Wembley just three days before Sweden did last year, and you'd be hard pressed to find too many fans who would be confident of beating the world and European champions in a competitive fixture.
As for Ukraine, the co-hosts may hardly be touted as potential winners, but we have seen time and again what competing in a championship at home can do for a team. Their FIFA ranking of 52nd in the world is not exactly a ringing endorsement, but how many people out there really believe England to be the sixth best team on the planet?
It would great if England got their campaign off to a winning start, especially as it would extend Roy Hodgson's record to three wins out of three, but avoiding defeat on Monday would be satisfactory.


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Using monitoring techniques to track the water quality of an ecosystem is an integral part of the Clean Water Act equation. Monitoring can be used to assess the types and sources of pollution loading into a watershed, to determine the progress of current water quality programs, and to document the health of watersheds. Section 305(b) of the Clean Water Act requires all states to provide a report on the status of their water bodies on a biennial basis. The ten elements in a statewide monitoring program that are required in the Comprehensive Monitoring Strategy are:
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The Water Quality Monitoring Workgroup, which consists of representatives from NEIWPCC, our member states, and U.S. EPA, meets three times a year to discuss relevant policy, funding and scientific issues related to water quality monitoring. In the last few years, NEIWPCC has been working with our member states to establish a water quality monitoring network. This network consists of volunteer monitoring groups as well as private and public institutions with monitoring programs. Developing this network is vitally important, because it will increase communication between the different monitoring groups and help to provide a better overall picture of the water quality in New England, New York State, and New Jersey.
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Wisconsin and Minnesota Take Home Weekly Swimming and Diving Honors
Oct. 19, 2010
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The conference office announced on Tuesday the second weekly women's swimming and diving award winners for the 2010-11 season. Wisconsin's Ashley Wanland and Minnesota's Margaret Keefer earned the nod as Swimmer and Diver of the Week, respectively, after leading their teams to wins in weekend competition.
Women's Swimmer of the Week
Junior Ashley Wanland captured first place in three of four events, and earned three NCAA provisional times, as Wisconsin downed Iowa, 208-92, on Friday night. Wanland opened the meet as the second leg of the 200-yard medley relay team that earned an NCAA `B' time with a mark of 1:40.76. She then followed that up by sweeping both of the breaststroke events with NCAA `B' times. She won the 100 breaststroke in a time of 1:01.77 and then won the 200 breaststroke in a time of 2:14.49.
Last Wisconsin Women's Swimmer of the Week: Maggie Meyer (Feb. 2, 2010)
Women's Diver of the Week
Freshman Margaret Keefer aided the Gophers to a team win with a victory in the diving well for Minnesota. The Stillwater, Minn., native took home top honors on the 1-meter board, finishing with a score of 283.80. This marks the first weekly honor for Keefer and is the first by a Gopher diver this season.
Last Minnesota Women's Diver of the Week: Kelci Bryant (Jan. 26, 2010)
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For those looking for a calm dog to settle onto the couch in the evenings and maybe enjoy a short stroll around the block a few times a week, it's hard to imagine a worse match than the Siberian Husky. The same goes for those looking for a devoted companion who lives to please and hangs on his owner's every word.
But for people who want a dog to be a partner and a friend, who will love children, greet guests and get along with other dogs – and most importantly, for those ready and willing to provide consistent leadership and plenty of vigorous exercise every day – then sharing life with a Siberian Husky will be a joy.
Although they usually get along well with other dogs, they have a high predatory drive and may consider small animals, including cats, as prey. Those with multi-species households need to be extremely cautious with this breed.
As should be expected from a breed developed for snow country, the Siberian also sheds all year round but especially in the spring and fall. On the up side, his short, thick Northern coat requires very little care, and frequent brushing will lessen the amount of shedding. Siberians are not usually barkers, although they'll often howl, especially to a siren. They are infamous escape artists, and have been known to climb over and dig under some pretty serious fences. Neutering may lessen the sense of wanderlust, but don't count on it: Siberians need to be microchipped and have an ID tag on their collars at all times.
Although working Siberians often live happily in kennel situations because they get lots of exercise, relegating a Siberian to the backyard isn't a great idea. He'll easily become lonely and bored, and that means he'll become destructive. They are world-class diggers when they're not jumping fences and wandering for miles.
Siberians can have blue eyes, brown eyes, eyes that are a little of
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The Siberian is one of the healthier purebred dogs, doubly surprising due to his growing popularity. He has a low but measurable incidence of hip dysplasia, a genetic deformity of the hip socket, which requires costly surgery to correct and often leads to arthritis later on in life. This is a particularly devastating condition for an active running dog like the Siberian.
Siberians can also be affected by three serious eye problems: juvenile cataracts, corneal dystrophy and progressive retinal atrophy. All Siberian Huskies should have their eyes examined by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist once a year.
Pet insurance for Siberian Huskies costs more than for mixed breed dogs. This is because Siberian Huskies are much more likely than mixed breed dogs to make claims for hereditary conditions that are expensive to treat.
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Sony denies rumors of Japanese companies canceling Vita projects
February 18, 2012 at 1:09 pm
Recent reports allege major Japanese companies are dropping their PlayStation Vita projects.
According to a story published on Japan's Nikkei on Wednesday, an anonymous Japanese game industry insider said that "Major Japanese companies are canceling all projects intended for the Vita and are changing development to the 3DS."
The PlayStation Vita did fairly poor on the Japanese marketplace since its release in December after losing to its predecessor, the PSP.
However, in an interview with Gamasutra about the North American launch of the Vita, Sony Vice President of Worldwide Studios Scott Rhode denied rumors that third-party developers are cancelling their PlayStation Vita projects.
"I mean, obviously, there is no way anyone could stand in front of a camera and say that all developers are changing focus from one platform to another, no matter what it is," he said.
"I know many, many, many third party developers and publishers are feverishly working on Vita titles, not just for now, but for the foreseeable future," Rhode explained, adding that the report is "largely exaggerated. I know many, many, many third party developers and publishers are feverishly working on Vita titles, not just for now, but for the foreseeable future."
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Provide a single point of contact to the organization for information technology related problems. Assist business customers with telephone, email or trouble ticket enquiries to resolve or escalate IT systems issues and problems. Provide support and incident management and client communications for IT systems faults and service requests.
- Provide first line support for any information technology issues and problems.
- Provide assistance by phone, email and/or using a ticket management system.
- Track issues to resolution.
- Update the internal knowledgebase with issue resolution details.
- Track user account creation, changes and deletions.
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- Support computers, laptops, tablets, smart phones and applications.
- Monitor and escalate alerts from antivirus systems.
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- Maintain user accounts including rights, permissions and systems groups.
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- Follow up on tickets at pre-defined intervals until resolved.
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Entry level job candidates may be attracted to this position because it is less technically intimidating than other Information Technology positions. This strength, however, can be a double edged sword because more experienced staff may begin to find the job boring as they seek to progress their skills and experience with new challenges.
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Employers may reduce staff turnover in this role by providing clear and distinct career paths within the organization, the department or the team. This gives staff something to work towards and variation that will help to reduce the monotony of the role.
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