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An article in a recent issue of Forbes Magazine succinctly illustrates the reason for the growing mistrust of both science and scientific data - from the Global Warming aspect - in terms of scientists being much too quick to nail their colours to political and corporate flag poles rather than standing by hard test results.
From my own research into psychopathology (which, granted, is from the point of an amateur with no credentials other than my ability to read articles and research papers written by people who are scientists and then deliver the information as demystified useful shit people can actually understand and use in a holistic non-specialised manner within their own lives) there is a growing movement to find and prove the existence of a purely imaginary 'warrior gene' which creates psychopaths.
If you dig, and look for hard proof (beyond the sensationalist media headlines and 'iffy' research documents) - the best you can expect is "we are working on it" or "epigenetics will uncover it in five years". Sorry lads, but this kind of magical thinking does not cut it if you profess to be driven entirely by reason and nothing else. If one claims to be a proponent of rational thinking something either is or isn't, otherwise it is faith and you can't have it both ways.
The fact is, there is no magical thinking, only prejudice and negative influence. Someone somewhere has a vestige interest and is throwing lots of money at research in order to create scientific mythologies ranging from a brain filled with sodium fluoride is good for your teeth, to woo-woo 'Warrior Genes'.
Usually it is corporations and politicians, who might be getting a little edgy about the growing understanding of psychopathology within power structures, and may be seeking to create a hereditary 'illness' so therefore are found not guilty when it comes to banking scandals and war crimes...perhaps? "We are NOT genocidal criminals!!! We are unwell and have Warrior Gene Syndrome!!!!"
Read the full article at: thomassheridanofficialblog.blogspot
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After a disappointing night at the track I started looking very carefully at my engine for any number of issues that may have been slowing it down.
Since I recently installed a 2004R from Bow Tie Overdrives I thought I would look at the TV cable again.
Since I put it in and got the cable adjusted its been shifting great and I do love the OD gear.
However on close inspection I realized that the TV cable is preventing me from getting full throttle on my Holley carb.
After numerous discussions with the tech people from BowTieODs they're telling me that their TVMADEEZ system should work.
I'm here to tell you that with it hooked up I'm only able to get about 3/4 throttle.
I've been thinking alot about this. If the TV plunger valve has only 'x' amount of travel then how could I remedy this situation?
I'm stumped. I tried adjusting the TV cable so that there would be sufficient travel to allow for full throttle but that didnt work because there was not enough line pressure and the tranny slipped horribly. I only drove about 200 ft out of my driveway like this. I immediately pulled back in and reset it.
Does anyone else using TV made EZ have this problem?
What am I doing wrong?
Thanks for any input.
You can try modifying the attachment bracket on the throttle arm to where it is moved further back. The trick is to have zero slack in the cable at WOT.
The problem is NOT the TV Made Ez system. If you un hook it, and get a friend to help you, have your friend sit in the driver seat and mash the gas pedal down to the floor. Now try to rotate your linkage "more". If you can, then you obviously have a problem with your throotle cable or accelerator pedal, not the TV system. Do not ignor the help they gave you, i've been through 4 trannies because the cheese ball companies I dealt with didnt know anything about the TV system. All they knew was you need instant pressure riase, but i didnt like the way it shifted. I bought the tv made ez system for my holley 4100 and it works great, i can adjust how it feel when I want.
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JOHANNESBURG – Rescuers on Saturday saved a dog trapped nearly a week down a gigantic artificial crater known as "Big Hole" in central South Africa.
The canine explorer survived a dizzying plunge down the 200-meter-deep hole in Kimberley in Northern Cape province, managing to swim across the lake at the bottom and take refuge on one of its sides.
Kimberley's main tourist attraction, "Big Hole" is a former diamond mine owned by the De Beers group and is claimed to be the world's largest hand-dug excavation.
The Labrador-style dog was "doing well," rescue service spokeswoman Vanessa Jackson said after it was brought to safety.
A team of seven went down into the vast crater, providing support to one another as the last man managed to get the dog, she said. There has been no sign yet from the dog's owners. "It has been two days of talking about the dog, and nobody came forward at all," she said.


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Relegated Bolton and their manager Owen Coyle face a hostile baptism on their return to the npower Championship after being handed an opening-day trip to Burnley.
Wanderers were relegated from the Premier League on the final day of the season, and the 19-mile August 18 trip to their local rivals would have been a testing enough start, without the bad blood that exists between Coyle and the Clarets.
The Scot quit Turf Moor in 2010 to move to the Reebok Stadium - they were relegated five months later - and can be sure of a rough ride against his former club, now managed by Eddie Howe.
A top-six finish will be the minimum expectation at Blackburn after their high-profile relegation. Steve Kean has kept his job as manager so far despite the numerous protests against him, and an opening day win at Ipswich could prove that better times are ahead this season.
The other club to head to the second tier from the Premier League were Wolves. They and their new manager, Stale Solbakken, start at Leeds.
Runaway League One champions Charlton open at Birmingham - seeking a new manager after Chris Hughton went to Norwich - while runners-up Sheffield Wednesday mark their Championship return with a match at Derby.
Simon Grayson's Huddersfield, play-off final winners, go to Cardiff who will give their controversial new all-red kid its first airing, while big-spending Leicester host Peterborough.
Elsewhere on the opening day, play-off losers Blackpool go to Millwall, Steve Bruce will start life as Hull manager at home to Brighton, Barnsley take on Middlesbrough, Bristol City are at Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace face Watford.
There are no shortage of derby clashes, with 10 northern sides and another five from the midlands. Huddersfield fans will look straight for their December 1 clash with Leeds with that in mind, while Blackburn and Bolton first meet on November 28.
The normally-taxing Christmas period involves three games (Boxing Day, December 29 and January 1), with Bolton's hosting of Sheffield Wednesday and Blackburn's trip to Middlesbrough the most attractive-looking December 26 dates.


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These steps can be helpful in decreasing your alcohol consumption:
- Write down your reasons for cutting back on drinking. Reasons may include improving your health, improving sleep or getting along better with family or friends.
- Choose a limit for how much you will drink.
- Keep a diary of your drinking for three to four weeks. You may be surprised at how much you are drinking.
- Drink slowly when you drink. Drink soda or water after a beverage containing alcohol.
- Learn how to say no. You don't have to drink when other people are drinking.
- Watch out for temptation. Avoid bars and people who drink heavily.
- You can find support for your behavior change from the SHCS, your family or friends and 12 Step programs such as A.A.
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Here are 10 ways to improve your mental health:
Build Connections
- Join a group of people that are involved in something you are interested in, such as a sport club.
- Take a class in an area that interests you.
- Make special time with your family or friends each week.
Stay Positive
- Don't assume the worst in a situation.
- Jot down anything good in your life. Keep a journal.
- Remember your gifts and achievements.
- Write down the highlights of the day.
Get Plenty of Rest and Sleep
- Don't drink any caffeinated beverages five to six hours before bed.
- To alleviate the next day's stress, prepare in advance sometime before bed.
- Sleep when you feel tired.
Be Physically Active
- Stick to a schedule of exercise.
- Work out with a friend.
- Step up the pace when running your errands.
Eat a Healthy Diet
- Don't skip meals.
- Chose healthy snacks instead of junk food.
- Pack your own health snacks, so you won't be tempted by the vending machine.
- Watch your portions and top eating when you are full.
Help Other People
- Give a compliment to a person you admire.
- Volunteer your time with an organization.
- Do good things and you will feel good about yourself.
Feed Your Soul
- Surround yourself with the things that give you joy, be it nature, art, music etc.
- Read inspiring material for insights that can enrich your life.
- Connect with others who share similar interests or beliefs.
Dealing with Difficult Times
- Make a list of solutions to the problem instead of worrying about it.
- Pick one solution and break it down into manageable bits.
- Seek support from others who have done through a similar situation.
- Write about your experience, it can help organize your thoughts and help file it way.
Get Professional Help if You Need It
If situations in your life are stopping you from enjoying life or from functioning on a daily basis, professional help can make a difference. Please call Student Health and Counseling Services at 715-394-8236 .
Sexual Health
If you suspect you have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI):
- Contact the Health Care Clinic, located on the 1st floor in Hawkes Hall.
- To make an appointment, call 715-394-4117 .
If you suspect you are pregnant:
- Contact the Health Care Clinic, located on the 1st floor in Hawkes Hall.
- To make an appointment, call 715-394-4117 .
Before having sex with someone, ask yourself the following questions to be sure you're making the right choices for you:
- Am I following my personal beliefs and values?
- Do we both want the same thing - casual sex, relationship, etc.?
- How will I feel about this tomorrow?
- Am I letting alcohol, drug use, self-esteem or peer pressure affect my decision?
- Have my partner and I talked about possible consequences, such as STIs and pregnancy?
- Do I know how to use condoms or other STI protection?
- Is this consensual sex?
Sexual Assault
If you have been sexually assaulted and choose to report the assault to the police, call 911. The following are options you can consider:
- Female survivors may request a women police officer.
- You have the right to stop the legal process at any time. Campus Safety is available at 715-394-8114 .
- Do not shower, douche or change clothes.
- Have a medical examination at a hospital emergency room.
- Bring a change of clothes along. Police may want the original clothing as evidence.
- Write down all the details about the attack that you can recall as soon as possible.
- Inform the officer of all the details of the attack however intimate and of anything unusual my may have noticed about the attacker.
- An advocate from a local sexual assault program, CASDA, can be called at 715-392-3136 for support and assistance.
If you choose not to report to the police, there are a few things you should do to insure good physical and mental health:
- Get a thorough medical exam. There is a need to check for lacerations, the possibility of pregnancy and the possibility of sexually transmitted diseases.
- Get a check-up at least six weeks after the assault to check for pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.
- Get personal support from friends, on campus resources, counseling services or a community rape crisis center.
Coping With Stress
Stress is a normal part of life. It can be both helpful and harmful. Stress is what you feel when you encounter a new challenge or an unpleasant situation.
Simple Stress Relief Tips:
- Try relaxation techniques like deep breathing, yoga or meditation.
- Focus on the good in a situation instead of the bad.
- Prioritize your time by doing the important tasks first. Making a list will help.
- Get enough sleep, exercise regularly and eat healthy.
- Each day set aside some time just for yourself. Do something you enjoy.
- Communicate with a good friend.
- Take regular breaks during the day.
- Ask for help if you feel overwhelmed.
- Laughing and smiling can help ease tension and help brighten your mood.
Here are some steps you can take towards achieving a more rest-filled night:
- Develop a regular sleeping schedule. Go to sleep and get up at the same time each day and avoid daytime naps.
- Refrain from stimulating activities and drugs, such as caffeine or nicotine, just before bedtime.
- Exercise at regular times each day, avoiding the very late evening. Moderate physical activity two to four hours before bedtime may improve your sleep.
- Refrain from drinking alcohol close to bedtime.
- Only go to bed when you are actually tired.
- Do something pleasurable before bedtime to help you unwind.
- Minimize light and noise when trying to sleep and avoid heavy meals before bedtime.
Time Management Skills
You can better your time management skills by using the following advice.
Plan your study blocks each day:
- Study blocks of time are usually 60 minutes.
- Keep a study calendar to help you schedule your time.
- Take occasional breaks to relax, stretch or re-energize yourself.
- Find blocks of time when you are most productive.
Find a quiet study spot:
- Find a space where you can concentrate. A place free from distractions both visually and verbally.
- Don't text message or use your cell phone.
- Find a back-up space you can go to, such as the library.
Review and update weekly:
- Pick a day on a weekend to review your class assignments, notes and your calendar.
- As exams and deadlines approach, your study block times may need to change.
Prioritize class assignments:
- When studying, start with the most difficult subject or assignment. You'll start out fresh and have more energy to tackle the hardest first.
- For your more challenging courses, allow yourself extra time if you get stuck or need extra help before the assignment is due.
Getting started:
- Details of projects are not always evident until you start the assignment.
- Don't let this prevent you from starting.
- Roughly draft your idea and then get started. You can develop and edit later on.
Postpone other activities until your work is finished:
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- Distracting activities will be more appealing later without the pressure of the assignment looming over your head.
- Instead of saying "no" to the distraction learn to say "later" instead.
- Think of how good you will feel after accomplishing your tasks.
Find resources to help you:
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- A Library Specialist can point you to the right resources.
- Try searching on the internet to get detail explanations.
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Use your free time wisely:
- Use the time when driving, walking or riding the bus, to mentally review your notes or memorize data.
Review lecture notes just after class:
- The first 24 hours are critical. Forgetting is greatest within 24 hours without review!
If you suspect symptoms of anxiety are interfering with your schoolwork or your personal life, please call Student Health and Counseling Services at 715-394-8236.
Emotional Symptoms:
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- Anticipating the worst
Physical Symptoms:
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- Sweating
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- Tense Muscles
Here is additional, helpful information on identifying and coping with anxiety.
Symptoms of Depression
We strongly encourage you to take action if you or someone you know has thought of suicide.
Suicide Prevention: What if I feel Suicidal?
- Call 911
- Call Campus Safety, 715-394-8114
- Call Student Health and Counseling Services, 715-394-8236
Remember: Suicidal thoughts are temporary. Suicide is permanent. Don't give in to suicidal thoughts, you can overcome them. Remind yourself that suicidal thoughts are not reality:
- Exercise - it will shift your mood and break the cycle of suicidal thought.
- Tell your therapist about your ERA (Early Retirement Plan). Do you have weapons or pills stashed somewhere?
- Call your supports - friends, family, your resident assistant or director.
- If no one is around, try an AA/NA meeting.
Remember your life three years ago. At that time, did you think you would be where you are right now? Isn't it just as likely you will feel differently three years from now? You can't see it, but the future will be different than the present. Things will change. This is the only guarantee in life.
If you suspect these symptoms are interfering with your school work or your personal life, please call Student Health and Counseling Services at 715-394-8236 :
- Sad or irritable mood
- Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
- Large changes in appetite or weight
- Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping
- Loss of energy
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Difficulty concentrating
- Frequent thoughts of death or suicide
- Violent behavior
Depression isn't just a bad case of the blues. It is an illness that affects the brain and the whole body. Depression is treatable. Here is more information for self-help guides on depression.
Tips to help you get through the week:
- Sleep - this will increase your energy and help you feel better.
- Exercise - exercise has been shown to lift the mood.
- Be social - make the effort to hang out with friends and family.
- Keep a journal - sometimes writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a huge relief.
- Write assignments down - be sure to check your to-do list or calendar everyday.
- Be patient with yourself - you did not become depressed overnight. It will take some time to feel better.
- Follow through - be sure to follow the recommendations of your therapist and your physicians.
Body Image
- Do exercise and stay active.
- Do nice things for your body and pamper your self.
- Do wear comfortable clothing that fits your body now.
- Do make a list of positive qualities, both physical and non-physical.
- Do break the habit of comparing yourself to others.
- Do pay attention to the way media influences your self-image.
- Do stay away from media that causes you to feel bad about your body.
- Do compliment others for things besides their physical appearance.
- Don't buy clothes in the size you want to be in the future.
- Don't be a slave to your scale. Peoples' weight fluctuate daily.
- Don't criticize other peoples' weight or appearance.
- Don't generalize dislike of one or two body parts to your whole body.
- Don't compare yourself to others. We are all unique and have different genes.
- Don't set unrealistic goals. No one is perfect.
- Don't constantly look in the mirror.
Student Health and Counseling Services is available to assist students struggling with eating disorder symptoms and body image issues. We offer counseling and referrals.
Self Esteem
Self Esteem: How we think about ourselves and the value that we place on ourselves as a person.
Low Self Esteem: Having a negative overall opinion of oneself.
Simple ways to raise your self esteem:
- Pay attention to your won needs and wants. Listen to what your mind, body and heart are telling you.
- Take good care of yourself. Eat healthy, exercise and pursue your interests.
- Get something done that you've been putting off.
- Do things that make use of your own special talents and abilities.
- Give yourself rewards.
- Spend time with people who make you feel good about yourself.
- Avoid people who treat you badly.
- Make your living space a place that honors the person you are.
- Take advantage of opportunities to learn something new or improve your skills.
- Do something nice for another person.
Eating Disorders
According to the DSM-IV-TR, a person with anorexia refuses to maintain a normal body weight, is intensely afraid of gaining weight and exhibits a significant disturbance in the perception of the shape or weight of his or her body.
Behaviors associated with anorexia:
- Excessive dieting, fasting or exercise
- Purging through self-induced vomiting
- Misuse of laxatives, diuretics or enemas
- Obsessive-compulsive thoughts about food
- Concerns about eating in public
- Abuse alcohol or drugs
- Extreme worry about body shape and size
- Social withdrawal
- Reduced energy
Dangers and complications:
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Hypokalemia - too much water in the body
- Electrolyte imbalances
- Anxiety and depression
- Sleep disturbances
- Constipation
- Heart damage
- Kidney problems
- Vitamin, mineral deficiencies
- Menstrual disturbances
- Skin conditions
- Tooth enamel erosion
- Osteoporosis
If you or a friend are engaging in any of the behaviors associated with anorexia, seek help immediately. These are life threatening conditions.
Please contact:
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According to the DSM-IV-TR, a person with bulimia is excessively influenced by body shape and weight. Individuals often engage in binge eating and most commonly use inappropriate purging methods to prevent weight gain.
Behaviors associated with bulimia:
- Binge eating - excessive over eating
- Purging through self-induced vomiting
- Misuse of laxatives
- Excessive exercise, dieting or fasting
- Extreme worry about body shape and size
- Abuse of alcohol or stimulants
- Reduced energy
- Low self-esteem
- Feeling out of control
Dangers and complications:
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Inflammation of stomach lining
- Ulcers, blood in stools
- Heart and kidney damage
- Skin conditions
- Tooth enamel erosion
- Anxiety and depression
- Tears and bleeding of the esophagus
- Sleep disturbances
- Scars or calluses on the hand
- Cardiac problems
- Menstrual irregularity
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Laxative dependencies
- Electrolyte abnormalities
If you or a friend are engaging in any of the behaviors associated with Bulimia, seek help immediately. These are life threatening conditions.
Please contact:
- Student Health and Counseling Services at 715-394-8236
- Your primary health care provider
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Feb. 8, 2014
AN ACC WEEKENDA Look at the Team
- The top four singles starters from 2013 are returning for Tennessee: Mikelis Libietis, Hunter Reese, Jarryd Chaplin and Brandon Fickey. Senior Colton Norton has seen action in doubles.
- Newcomers who've cracked the lineup this spring include: junior Andrew Dromsky, sophomore Bartosz Sawicki, freshman Markus Kerner and freshman Sunay Bhat.
- Sam Winterbotham is in his eighth year as head coach at Tennessee. In that time He and associate head coach Chris Woodruff have compiled a 167-50 record.
- The Vols have two ranked singles players and two ranked doubles teams based on fall results. In singles, Hunter Reese is ranked 16th and Mikelis Libietis is 34th. In doubles, Libietis and Reese retained their hold on the No. 1 ranking. Jarryd Chaplin and Brandon Fickey are ranked for the first time at No. 28.
Hunter's Hot Streak
- Despite the unseasonably cold temperatures, Hunter Reese has started 2014 off on a torrent pace. The redshirt junior from Kennesaw, Ga., achieved win No. 70 of his career in Sunday's win over Tulsa.
- Reese, along with partner Mikelis Libietis, moved up to fourth place in doubles win in Tennessee history (56)--first place is 102 by Byron Talbot and Shelby Cannon (1985-88). The No. 1 doubles team in country is 19-2 this season, heading into the Wake Forest match.
- The consistent bright spot last weekend, Reese capped off UT's first road trip of the season with two straight-set wins. On Friday, the No. 16 player in the country picked up the only point in singles against Oklahoma State, defeating Sebastian Sachs, 6-0, 6-4. He concluded the weekend by defeating Tulsa's Clifford Marsland, 6-5 (2), 6-0.
Viva Estonia!
- The first-ever tennis Vol from the small Baltic nation next to Russia has gotten off to a blazing start as well. Markus Kerner is off to an 8-0 start this season at the No. 6 position.
- The Viljandi, Estonia, native is also 8-0 in doubles matches this calendar year. He and partner Andrew Dromsky won both of their matches over the weekend to clinch the doubles point in both matches in Oklahoma.
- In his last match, an emphatic Kerner picked up a critical point, defeating Tulsa's Daniel Santos 6-1, 6-4.
Previewing the Weekend
- Two top-20 squads enter the Goodfriend Tennis Center this weekend in what will be two highly-contested matches.
- On Friday night, the 14th-ranked Volunteers defeated Duke in a thriller, 4-2. Tennessee won the doubles point and then got singles victories from Markus Kerner on court 6, Andrew Dromsky on court 5 and Jarryd Chaplin on court 4.
- Two days later, No. 19 Wake Forest comes to Knoxville. The young Demon Deacons (6-1) lost in the ITA Kick-off Weekend to Texas, but has already defeated South Carolina, LSU and ETSU. Sophomores Romain Bogaerts and Pedro Dumonts are both Mississippi State transfers. The Demon Deacons beat South Carolina 5-2 on Friday at Winston-Salem, N.C.
- The Vols have beaten WFU three times since 2010 (and are 11-1 all time), including two tight 4-3 victories in Winston-Salem in 2010 and 2013. Brandon Fickey provided the clinching win in that match.


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Parametric Studies on Highway Bridge Impact
Chan, Tommy H.T. & Chan, Jeffrey H.F. (1996) Parametric Studies on Highway Bridge Impact. In Highway into the Next Century Conference, 24-26 November 1996, Hong Kong.
Traditionally, dynamic effects on bridge decks brought about by moving vehicle loads, are taken into account by increasing the static loads by an impact factor. Recent researchers have found that actual impact factors can be much higher than the recommendations given in various bridge design codes of practice and hence the subject needs investigation. In order to study the causes of high impact on highway bridges, a computer program BRVEAN for bridge-vehicle interaction model is developed. BREVEAN has its uniqueness of including most of the factors which would likely affect the impact factor and using the improved modelling of a bridge. The modelling of the bridge itself is using finite element formulation of quadrilateral flat shell elements with eccentric beam stiffeners. The vehicle is modelled as a rigid body with two-axle and four-wheel sprung load units. Because of the effect of interleaf friction in the suspension system of the vehicle, the load-deformation relationship for the spring is represented by a hysteretic bi-linear diagram. In addition, the surface roughness of the bridge pavement is considered as a stationary random process characterized by a power spectral density function. The possible factors which would likely affect the dynamic behaviour of a bridge are considered and dimensionless parameters are adopted in the parametric studies. The results demonstrate a clear picture of the effect of various parameters on the impact factors of bridges. Based on such results, the causes of high impact are addressed and it is concluded that the road roughness was considered as the main cause of high impact values. In addition, within the realistic range of vehicle considered in this study, the maximum impact factors could be 2.84, 1.57 and 1.35 for bridges with spans 10m, 20m, 30m respectively, and it concludes that most of the high impact factors occurs in short span bridges.
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According to Mirror Football, Arsenal have been given a boost in their plans to sign Angel di Maria, with the Real Madrid admitting he's unsure of his future at the Bernabeu.
The news comes as some surprise, considering the Argentine featured heavily for Los Blancos in a new-found central midfield role last season as the Spanish giants marched their way to a Champions League title.
The 26 year-old also lead La Liga's set-up charts, with a stunning 17 assists in 34 league appearances.
Several Premier League clubs, including the Gunners, Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham have been eying the South American for some time, but it's believed the Emirates are currently his most prevalent suitors.
But with Arsenal's new sponsorship deal with Puma reportedly giving Arsene Wenger the largest transfer budget in Gunners history this summer, it's unlikely Di Maria will be his only purchase in the coming transfer window.
With that in mind, here's a list of SIX players who could follow the Argentina international to the Emirates – some inspired by his arrival, others more coincidental.
Angel Di Maria could soon find himself joined at the Emirates by Real Madrid team-mate Sami Khedira, with the Daily Express claiming the Bernabeu star has emerged as a transfer target for Arsenal and Manchester United…
Manchester United are likely to bid for Sami Khedira this summer, who has also been a target for Arsenal. (Source: Daily Express)
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 18, 2014
Widely considered to be one of Europe's top ball-winning midfielders with a powerful 6 foot 2 frame, the 27 year-old would certainly address the Gunners' need for a more defensive element in the middle of the park.
Compatriots and former Los Blancos team-mates, having both earned their moves to the Spanish giants after the 2010 World Cup, the Germany international has a strong on-pitch understanding with Arsenal's Mesut Ozil, as demonstrated below…
Furthermore, the Spanish press have speculated that the former Bundesliga winner will be moved on this summer to make away for new recruits…
Khedira will leave Real Madrid, Ancelotti wants two midfielders to replace him & Kroos is almost official [El Confidencial]
— RMadridAmor (@RMadridAmor) June 18, 2014
That could see him arrive in the Premier League for between £15million-£20million, but along with United and Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool have been strongly linked too.
Another Real Madrid star often mooted with an Arsenal switch is front-man Karim Benzema.
The France international has shown unbelievable form in the World Cup, with Whoscored.com ranking him the competition's top performer thus far for his three goals and two assists in just two appearances…
That includes this tidy finish following an Emile-Heskey-esque clearance from Philip Senderos…
But unfortunately not this incredible strike, with the referee blowing the final whistle just before it left the 26 year-old's boot…
Arsene Wenger will be keen to tap into the powerful striker's ability to score and create – during his last season with Mesut Ozil at the Bernabeu, the attacking duo racked up 20 goals and 25 assists between them in La Liga.
Recent speculation suggests a summer switch involving Liverpool's Luis Suarez could be on the cards…
Real Madrid plan to fund some of the £70m move for Luis Suárez with the sale of Karim Benzema. Arsenal are interested. (Source: Guardian)
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) May 15, 2014
Karim Benzema isn't the only frontman Arsenal are reportedly targeting this summer, with the North London club also strongly linked to AC Milan's mercurial star Mario Balotelli.
Just in case you've forgotten how disruptive an influence the former Manchester City badboy can be, here's a video of the 50 Craziest things he's done so far in his career…
But there's no doubt the Italy international has the quality and firepower to address Arsenal's desperate need for a dependable goal scorer.
The 23 year-old contributed a vital twelve goals to the Citizens' first Premier League title in 2012, and since joining AC Milan in January 2013 has netted 30 times in 54 outings, not to mention this dream-crushing header for Italy against England..
Here's a shot clip of the Azzurri star's top ten goals:
The Metro believe a deal could be imminent…
Arsene Wenger 'to meet with Mario Balotelli's agent to discuss Arsenal transfer' http://t.co/lP3fEHh9cY
— Metro Sport (@Metro_Sport) June 22, 2014
But surprise interest from Napoli could prove a stumbling block:
(2/2) Tuttosport: Napoli will join Arsenal in the race to sign Balotelli if Higuain is sold. His ex-girlfriend and daughter live in Naples
— Transfer Central TNC (@TransferNewsCen) June 22, 2014
Which brings us nicely onto…
According to the Express, Arsenal are set to revive their interest in Angel Di Maria's former Real Madrid team-mate and current Argentina ally, Gonzalo Higuain.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd have all contacted Higuain's agent after hearing that the Argentine could be on the move this summer. (Express)
— Rashad (@TalkofFutbol) June 19, 2014
The Albiceleste forward is famed for his potency in front of goal, with an international record of 20 in 37 and a La Liga record of 107 in 190, subsequently firing Los Blancos to three Spanish titles.He's a short vid of Higuain's best goals for the European champions:
Arsenal were strongly linked with the 26 year-old last summer before his £34.5million move to Naples, where he's since claimed 24 goals and eleven assists in 44 appearances, helping the Serie A side claim last season's Coppa Italia.
And following news that he could again be made available this summer by Rafa Benitez, the Gunners are reportedly considering an offer.
But recent speculation from Italy suggests Barcelona are currently leading the race for the 6 foot 1 striker's signature.
Barcelona have made a 55MIL offer for Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain. Italian club won't sell for less than 70MIL [La Gazzetta]
— El Clásico (@clasicoduel) June 19, 2014
Another Argentine said to be on Arsenal's radar this summer is PSG winger-forward Ezequiel Lavezzi.
The 29 year-old offers a blend of pace, creativity and firepower, as demonstrated in the below video:
He's been in good form this season too as the Parisians marched their way to a second consecutive Ligue 1 title, finding twelve goals and ten assists across all competitions – including this strike against Chelsea in the Champions League…
The Daily Star believe the Albiceleste international, who provided an assist to Lionel Messi against Iran on Saturday, has emerged as one of Arsenal's priority targets from the World Cup…
Arsenal have made £15m-rated PSG forward Ezequiel Lavezzi their top transfer target from the World Cup. (Source: Daily Star)
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 18, 2014
But long-term interest from Chelsea, as reported by the Metro, could prove to be an issue.
Metro: Chelsea have opened negotiations with PSG over the transfer of Ezequiel Lavezzi. Mourinho ready to shell out £18m to the club
— Transfer Central TNC (@TransferNewsCen) June 22, 2014
Another winger option the North Londoners are believed to be strongly considering is Fiorentina's Juan Cuadrado.
The Colombia international was in sensational form last season and is now transitioning his talismanic displays into the World Cup, as seen below…
In fact, only Daley Blind has matched the 26 year-old's three assists at Brazil 2014, and he was unlucky not to mark his first World Cup goal with this effort against the Ivory Coast..
Arsene Wenger will be keen to tap into the South American's versatility too, having featured in no less than eight different positions this season…
And his mixture of pace and trickery would certainly address Arsenal's lack of natural penetration out wide. Here's a short vid showing Cuadrado's fancy footwork…
The Daily Star speculate the Gunners have already opened talks with the winger's agent…
Arsenal have sent representatives to meet with winger Juan Cuadrado and Italy striker Mario Balotelli's agents. (Source: Daily Star)
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 23, 2014
But they'll face stiff competition from Juventus, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Monaco for his signature.


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Say "thank you" to those fighting overseas with this card-making workshop in honor of Memorial Day. Kids will personalize cards with their own message; all of their creations will be collected and delivered to men and women in the armed services, both at home and abroad. All ages.
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Both 'Verde di Italia' and 'Nero di Milano' (from Seeds of Italy, 020-8427 5020, seedsofitaly.com) produce traditional zucchini, but with a twist. The first is pale, on a bigger plant, the latter very dark green, on a neat plant, but both are firm and flavoursome. For something nuttier, try one of the 'Patty Pan' squashes. 'Pattison Orange' (from The Real Seed Catalogue, 01239 821107, realseeds.co.uk) is an old variety with exceptional flavour. These squashes are all for summer into autumn consumption. Pray for a sunnier 2009 and take a chance with butternut squash. Try 'Waltham Butternut' (from The Real Seed Catalogue, as before) or 'Rugosa' (from Seeds of Italy, as before).
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Is the intel centrino 6200 card compatible with backtrack. I have tried all sorts of minor fixes but nothing seemed work. Can someone help me on this please?
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ORLANDO, Fla. — The National Community Pharmacists Association on Monday recognized a number of independent operators for their contributions to the industry and their communities.
California pharmacy owner I.R. Patel received the NARD Ownership Award from the NACP Foundation. The NARD Ownership Award, now in its second year, recognizes an independent pharmacist who embraces the entrepreneurial spirit through promotion and demonstrated excellence in the field of community pharmacy ownership.
NCPA Foundation trustee Charles West with I.R. Patel
Mike James, the owner of two pharmacies in Raleigh, N.C., was honored as the recipient of the 2013 John W. Dargavel Medal. Sponsored by McKesson, this annual award honors an individual whose contributions on behalf of independent pharmacy embody the spirit of leadership and accomplishment personified by John Dargavel, who was executive secretary of the National Association of Retail Druggists, now NCPA, from 1933 to 1961.
Tennessee's Phil LaFoy, owner and president of Tennessee's Blount Discount Pharmacy, was named the winner of the 2013 NCPA Prescription Drug Safety Award. Sponsored by Purdue Pharma, the award recognizes pharmacists who have reached out in their communities to provide education on the benefits of the correct use of prescription drug products and the hazards associated with their misuse.


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In Uncharitable Me I railed about the obnoxious-ness of some donation seekers, but then did end up allowing myself to be stopped by the Save The Children guys recently. I wasn't thinking of doing this, it's just the people who stopped me this time erm, just didn't turn me off. And somehow I actually listened to them long enough to agree to go thru with it (could be because they were both from the Phillippines and I could understand their English better/ they weren't speaking to me in rapid-fire Cantonese)…
Then I relegated the receipts to the Black Hole That Is The Bottom Of My Handbag for another week or so before rediscovering them during Excavation Exercise To Find Rockstar Pen And Paper To Scrawl On Over Sunday Lunch. (Hence crumpled, dog-eared envelope and Rockstar forbidding me from folding his Sunday Bible Class papers to put in my bag. They are to be given to Daddy for safekeeping (Uh, yeah good luck with that ))
Anyway, realizing lotsa people probably wouldn't want to get near enough these guys on the street to actually find out what this is like, I then decided to write about it. Since I am going to avoid collection boxes for fear of obnoxious experiences from now on, I can carry on the delusion I am actually a good person because now I'm paying something monthly to Save The Children so here goes:
1) Fork over credit card, contact number and mailing address (I explained investment products the same way – give the worst first – cannot take the worst bit? Don't waste time, look for another option) – they will call you to confirm the donation and send a "donor's welcome pack" so I think without this info they won't accept your donation
2) Save The Children guy/girl-on-street will ask you umpteen times if you understand this is a recurring monthly donation (there's also a 6 monthly option which I didn't go for, guess then you do the same drill but 6-monthly)
3) STC person points out number to call should you wish at any time to halt the donation – they also circled it on my receipt, which is how I then managed to locate the number and test it out* after forgetting about it for a week
4) STC person fills in 2 forms, one a monthly donation form and the other a donation checklist
5) STC person points out their ID number and name on your receipt (in case you want to call and complain about them being obnoxious I guess)
*What happens next?
a) I got the verification phone call already, it was maybe 1-2 minutes – surprisingly fast, with 2 impatient men Rockstar and Kings sitting in the car waiting to go for Saturday brunch they still managed to verify everything without annoying anyone. And I'm again reminded it is a recurring monthly donation. No pushing to donate further, just a thank you.
b) I called the cancellation number just to see if I get put on hold or if it runs straight to voicemail. Without actually cancelling my donation, the process seems quite painless. My call is picked up in a half-doz rings on my first attempt by a young-sounding woman who requests my name, cellphone number (not the donation receipt or my newly-allocated donor-ID, I note – ie I could theoretically have cancelled it even if I lost the receipt BUT of course don't lose the receipt in case I was just lucky that day) and reason for cancellation. I'm also told there's no wait time, cancellation generally takes effect immediately. (I'm told la, I didn't actually cancel so no firsthand experience)
c)The receipt says I will receive an SMS confirming the 1st deduction within a month, welcome pack, regular updates (I guess regarding how they spend the money), and a reminder the donation will appear on my monthly credit card statements
d) Will update this space if I get any annoying marketing emails or calls for more donations… so far nothing. Just polite, sincere thank yous from all the STC people I spoke to.
Verdict: As of now, I'd do it again. After the initial aversion to filling out the credit card and contact info I've felt no pain. (Also, I shop online a lot and got my card details filched twice before I ever tried to donate thru these means – first time, HSBC required my online purchase confirmation email details, second time they picked up the dodgy transactions before I did… both times I got my money back). And mail me if you want the cancellation number! I decided not to put t up here in case some boh liau prankster starts calling it and wastes their time (not… that I think any are reading my blog)
Not sure HSBC's credit card fraud unit would necessarily appreciate my comments tho, like I don't give them enough work to do with my online shopping, now I'm recommending readers use HSBC credit cards when they worry their credit card information isn't safe!
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Fox & Friends' one-sided coverage of Brennan's remarks widens Fox's credibility gap with its terrorism experts
Research ››› ››› ERIC SCHROECK
Since White House counterterrorism adviser John Brennan's February 7 appearance on Meet the Press, in which he criticized Republicans for politicizing the Obama administration's response to the attempted Christmas Day bombing of a Northwest Airlines flight, Fox & Friends has repeatedly hosted only conservatives and opponents of the Obama administration to discuss Brennan's remarks and the administration's response to the plot. Moreover -- following a trend set by Fox News since the Christmas Day bombing attempt -- Fox & Friends has hosted these guests, most of whom have a history of making false or outrageous statements about American foreign policy or terrorism, undermining their credibility to discuss those topics.
Fox & Friends hosted Lt. Col. Allen West, who pleaded guilty to assaulting an Iraqi detainee
West criticized Obama administration's handling of Christmas Day bombing attempt. On February 8, Fox & Friends hosted Lt. Col. Allen West, a Republican congressional candidate in Florida, to discuss Brennan's Meet the Press appearance and the Obama administration's handling of Northwest Airlines bombing suspect Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab. During the segment, West said, "When I look at what's going on right now with the Nigerian terrorist, it's almost like a Greek tragedy of epic proportion." West further stated that the Obama administration has "established a very dangerous paradigm with this Mirandizing" of terror suspects, "because now they're going to continue to come with more and more attacks, because we're -- they're coming here, and we're giving them lawyers."
West reportedly resigned from Army "after pleading guilty to assaulting an Iraqi detainee during interrogation." According to a December 13, 2003, CNN.com report, West admitted that he "threatened to kill" an Iraqi detainee in his custody, that he watched as "four of his soldiers from the 220th Field Artillery Battalion beat the detainee on the head and body," and that, according to military prosecutors, he "followed up on that threat" to kill the detainee by shooting a pistol near his head. A December 14, 2003, Boston Globe article further noted that a "disciplinary proceeding found that the actions by ... West were serious enough to 'merit a court-martial.' "
Fox & Friends hosted Dana Perino, who has advanced false claims about national security in attacking Obama administration
Perino advanced several dubious claims on Fox & Friends, including that Abdulmutallab "bought a one-way ticket" and that "there wasn't a system in place" for the military to hold Richard Reid. On the February 8 edition of Fox & Friends, Fox News contributor and former Bush press secretary Dana Perino criticized the Obama administration for missing "all these red flags," claiming that Abdulmutallab "bought a one-way ticket" to the United States. However, Obama administration officials have stated that Abdulmutallab flew to Detroit on a roundtrip ticket. Further, Perino attempted to rebut the Obama administration's comparison of its use of civilian trials for alleged terrorists with the Bush administration's similar treatment of shoe bomber Richard Reid by falsely suggesting that "there wasn't a system in place" for Bush to order Reid to be held by the military. In fact, such a system was in place by the time Reid pleaded guilty, as many suspects were placed in military detention before that date.
Perino: "We did not have a terrorist attack on our country during President Bush's term." On the November 24, 2009, edition of Fox News' Hannity, Perino falsely claimed that "[w]e did not have a terrorist attack on our country during President Bush's term."
Fox & Friends hosted Michael Goodwin, who has falsely claimed Bush had "a record of zero successful attacks on America after 9/11"
Goodwin criticized Obama administration's handling of Abdulmutallab. Discussing Brennan's remarks on the February 8 edition of Fox & Friends, New York Post columnist Michael Goodwin claimed that the administration "leaked" details of Abdulmutallab's interrogation "clearly for political reasons." He further stated that "the whole thing seems like a giant mess now, and it all goes back to the White House's decision to fight the War on Terror as though it's a criminal justice matter."
Goodwin has claimed that Bush had "a record of zero successful attacks on America after 9/11." In a January 6 New York Post column, Goodwin advanced the false claim that Bush had "a record of zero successful attacks on America after 9/11." In fact, as Media Matters for America has noted, numerous terrorist attacks took place under Bush after 9-11.
Fox & Friends hosted Michael Scheuer, who has claimed "the only chance we have" is for bin Laden to "detonate a major weapon" in U.S.
Scheuer: Holder "should resign." On the February 9 edition of Fox & Friends, Michael Scheuer said that he thinks Attorney General Eric Holder "should resign" and further stated, "We're in the 14th year of this war, and Mr. Brennan and his folks are trying to dismantle what little defense we have against these people."
Scheuer: "The only chance we have as a country right now is" for bin Laden to "detonate a major weapon" in U.S. Scheuer, whom Fox News hosted on December 28, 2009, and January 7 to discuss the attempted bombing of the Northwest Airlines flight and the response of the Obama administration, previously said during an appearance on Glenn Beck, "The only chance we have as a country right now is for Osama bin Laden to deploy and detonate a major weapon in the United States." [Glenn Beck, 6/30/09]
Scheuer has repeatedly made outrageous comments about the Obama administration. Scheuer previously suggested that President Obama is guilty of treason, stated that White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel wants terrorists to attack the United States, and asserted that the Obama administration is "pro-terrorist."
Fox & Friends hosted Gary Berntsen, who has said Obama's response to Iran "detonating nuclear devices" would be to talk "about sanctions"
Berntsen criticized Obama administration over handling of terror suspects. Appearing with Scheuer on the February 9 edition of Fox & Friends, Gary Berntsen said of terror suspects who are "perceived member[s] of Al Qaeda": "[L]et's direct them into a channel which allows us to have military trials on these people. They are enemy combatants that have declared war on the United States. And I just can't understand why the administration hasn't figured this out."
Berntsen: "[Obama's] performance has been weak in national security, and therefore, his speech was weak." On January 28, Fox & Friends hosted Berntsen to discuss Obama's efforts on terrorism and whether the president had "sa[id] enough" about national security in his State of the Union speech. Berntsen said that "his performance has been weak in national security, and therefore, his speech was weak"; that Obama's statements on North Korea and Iran were "ridiculous"; and he criticized Obama's withdrawal plan for Afghanistan as premature. Berntsen gave Obama a "D" for national security. Berntsen opined that Obama had been on a "charm offensive" regarding national security and foreign policy, adding, "[T]he Iranians will be detonating nuclear devices, and he'll still be talking about sanctions."
Fox & Friends hosted Marc Thiessen, who dubiously claimed that harsh interrogation techniques on KSM thwarted L.A. attack
Thiessen: "Dumbest thing we could possibly do" was Mirandize Abdulmutallab. Discussing Brennan's remarks on the February 9 edition of Fox & Friends, former Bush speechwriter Marc Thiessen claimed that the "absolutely dumbest thing we could possibly do" was to "tell [Abdulmutallab] that he has the right to remain silent." Thiessen further claimed that the Obama administration is "politicizing" the handling of Abdulmutallab.
Thiessen dubiously claimed that the use of harsh interrogation techniques on KSM thwarted attack in Los Angeles. On April 17, 2009, Thiessen claimed that the use of harsh interrogation techniques -- including waterboarding -- on Khalid Shaikh Mohammed "stopped an attack on the Library Tower in Los Angeles." But that claim conflicts with the chronology of events put forth on multiple occasions by the Bush administration, as Slate.com's Timothy Noah has noted. Indeed, the Bush administration said that the Library Tower attack was thwarted in February 2002 -- more than a year before Mohammed was captured in March 2003.
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Cardiff's survival hopes received a timely shot in the arm as Juan Cala's exquisite strike secured a smash-and-grab win at Southampton.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side were seen as relegation certainties heading to St Mary's, yet they secured an invaluable 1-0 win against the odds.
This was just Cardiff's third league victory in the last four months and saw the Barclays Premier League's worst travellers secure just their second win on the road this term.
It was the perfect response to the controversy surrounding claims in the build-up that last week's team that lost 3-0 to Crystal Palace had been leaked to their opponents.
The Welsh side looked set to suffer a similarly large defeat at St Mary's after a woeful first half in which Gaston Ramirez rattled the crossbar.
However, wayward finishing and a fine display from goalkeeper David Marshall kept the hosts at bay, allowing the away side to sneak an improbable win from a surprising source.
Having failed to clear their lines, Cala - one of four changes from last weekend's embarrassing loss - showed poise and skill few would expect from a centre-back to strike home from the edge of the box.
Mauricio Pochettino's side pressed for a late leveller but it was not to be as they failed to score for just the sixth time this season, giving Solskjaer's men a huge three points.
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The Liverpool and Manchester City players observe a minutes silence for the Hillsborough victims
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A view of floral tributes at Anfield laid in memory of the victims
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A floral wreath is laid on the pitch to mark the 25th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster
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Players and fans observe a minute of silence at Selhurst Park
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A Palace player wears a black armband to mark the anniversary
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St Mary's shows the Hillsborough clock at 15:06, the time at which Liverpool's FA Cup semi-final with Nottingham Forest was abandoned
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96 empty seats are draped with Liverpool scarves to mark the 25th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster prior to the FA Cup Semi-Final match between Wigan Athletic and Arsenal
Saints made one change for the match as Ramirez came in for the injured Jay Rodriguez, who the hosts' players showed support for in the warm-up by wearing training shirts with the number nine on the back.
The in-form forward's absence did little to stop Southampton's attacking flow, though, and Cala had to be alert early to prevent an early Luke Shaw cross being tucked away.
The Spanish centre-back did well to deny Adam Lallana soon after and Fabio deflected a Steven Davis cross behind as Cardiff were pinned back.
Peter Whittingham attempted to catch out Saints goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga from a free-kick in a rare moment of respite for the visitors.
Lambert headed over at the far post as Saints upped the ante, with Ramirez hitting a fizzing effort which rattled the crossbar after taking a slight deflection off Steven Caulker.
Marshall did well to claw away a 22-yard free-kick from Lambert as the hosts continued in the ascendancy, with pair going head-to-head again when the England forward wriggled free to prod goalwards.
Referee Jon Moss waved away appeals for handball against Caulker as half-time approached, before which Whittingham attempted to catch Gazzaniga out direct from a corner.
The Argentinian goalkeeper, playing due to injuries to Artur Boruc and Kelvin Davis was clearly being targeted at set plays but City were struggling unsettle him.
Solskjaer brought on Wilfried Zaha early in the second half in a bid to add a new attacking dimension to a Cardiff side, who only had a Jordon Mutch effort from distance to show for their endeavours in the 15 minutes after the restart.
Morgan Schneiderlin and Ramirez had shots blocked in that time as Saints continued to dominate, with Lambert nodding over a fine Calum Chambers cross.
Ramirez comically collapsed in a heap when trying to control a Jack Cork ball over the top - a let-off for Cardiff given the Uruguayan playmaker was clean through.
It was the latest in a long line of missed opportunities that the home side were made to rue in the 65th minute.
Having failed to clear their lines, Cala took the loose ball on his chest, jinked free and unleashed a wondrous left-footed drive past Gazzaniga to the delight of 2,404 travelling fans.
Nathaniel Clyne and Sam Gallagher came on as Saints looked for a response, with the latter quickly in the action.
Having just failed to meet a Lambert header, the teenager soon collected a chipped ball from Schneiderlin - only to be denied by Marshall.
The Scotland international came under increasing pressure as the clock wound down and denied Clyne by wonderfully tipping wide.
Guly do Prado failed with a tame header and Lambert miscontrolled the backpost as the clock wound down, leaving gaps at the back.
Zaha showed great skill and strength before being denied by Gazzaniga late on, but it mattered little for Cardiff as they held out for victory.
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Circles of Care: A plan to enhance access to health care in Detroit and Wayne County through an interfaith coalition
One in four Detroit City residents is uninsured. Funding shortfalls at both the federal and state levels have resulted in decreased reimbursement rates for Medicaid in Michigan. The lack of primary care physicians in Detroit is severe, and 59 percent of Detroit residents live in federally designated areas of medical underservice. This grant supports a collaborative effort between the Detroit Wayne County Health Authority and the Health and Hope Coalition to improve access to primary care for the uninsured in this community through the efforts of an interfaith coalition founded during Cover the Uninsured Week 2003. The effort will develop an effective collaboration between faith leaders and health services by networking places of worship and health services that are geographically proximate. These new points of access to primary care for the uninsured will be referred to as Circles of Care. The project will be considered successful if it promotes the development of a coordinated effort to improve access to primary care by the uninsured in the metro-Detroit community.
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David Wain Directing 'Too Cool To Be Forgotten' Adaptation?
Marvel Studios' "Runaways" isn't the only comic book movie that looks to have snapped up a director. According to one report, a certain Top Shelf adaptation is close to securing a "State"-ly director. One could make the argument that the choice represents a "Role Model" of success. If hired, it could be one heck of a "Wet Hot American Summer."
Enough of my terrible jokes. Here's the punch line – David Wain of "The State," "Stella," "The Ten," "Role Models" and plenty of other hilarious endeavors is reportedly in line to direct "Too Cool To Be Forgotten," based on the Top Shelf graphic novel by Alex Robinson. "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" producer Anthony Bregman previously picked up the rights and is producing the movie.
The folks over at Pajiba are speculating about the possible actors Wain could bring on board – Paul Rudd and Michael Ian Black, for instance – but in all honesty, I'm just excited that Wain has seemingly picked his next project. All the better that it's "Too Cool To Be Forgotten." Let's see how this one plays out, but if Wain does indeed sign on for "Too Cool," the movie will really live up to its title.[Source: Pajiba]


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We were pretty impressed with the Humax Foxsat-HDR Freesat PVR when we spotted it at IFA this year so it is indisputably good news to hear the system will be available to buy as of Saturday.
Humax reckons the Foxsat-HDR's 320GB hard drive is capacious enough to take 80 hours of HD video or 200 of SD (or a mix of the two, of course) which should be more than enough for all but the most avid of recorders. There's also the option to record in HD and SD simultaneously, which is interesting - although I can't actually think why such a feature would be useful.
Other features include an eight-day EPG, series-recording, that is the automatic recording of all programs in a series, and split recordings (or automatic advert recording avoidance as it might as well be called). And of course the ability to pause and rewind live TV. Although how long a cache the player keeps is unspecified - at least from the beginning of the currently watched programme I would have thought, though.
At £299 the Foxsat-HDR isn't exactly cheap, but compared to a Sky HD set-up, the long-terms saving more than make up for the slightly increased initial investment.


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SurfingTheMag.com: Now, you finished 6th place, which is pretty impressive. You made it through probably the heaviest heat that anybody could have drawn up in your first heat, can you describe what that heat was like?
Evan Slater: Well, going back to the opening ceremony for Maverick's, in the first week of January, what we do is we all go do our paddle out ceremony, a paddle out circle, then we have a little party. At the party, what they do is have a bag with ping pong balls and you basically just draw your heat that way. So that night, every time a gnarly guy went up there they drew heat number two. It was Greg Long, Tyler Smith, Anthony Tashnick, and those were the top three from last year. I think they consecutively drew, then it was Peter [Mel], and I was the 5th guy up. I was like, "god, anything but heat 2." Sure enough, I drew #2. So I've known for a month now who I was facing. So, I had my "final" in the first heat.
That heat could have stood as the final in any big wave contest easily.
Yeah, it was definitely like a final. There was [Josh] Loya too, who ended up winning the heat. Just going into it, for the past month, I just tried to be prepared for it. We saw a perfect opportunity with the forecast because it looked like Saturday and Sunday were going to be pretty big up there, or at least breaking, then the next swell would be on Tuesday. So I would have a chance to surf it over the weekend.
Now, I saw you here at the office on Monday, so you went up there the weekend before the contest, came back down, then went back up? Racking up the frequent flyer miles?
I flew with the family up on Saturday…but yeah, Monday was the last day to ship the magazine. So I knew I had to be back there on Monday. So I just shipped the family on Saturday, flew back on Sunday night, got most of the magazine out, and that cleared the path for Tuesday.
Well, actually all that stuff is helpful in a way because it keeps your mind off thinking about it too much. You don't really have a chance to psyche yourself out, I guess. So I was just running, and not really stopping for like 4 days and never had the opportunity to get too nervous about it. I think that helped.
It seemed like you had a few of the more spectacular waves. While we were watching the web cast, everyone was screaming, "Oh, no Evan!"
Well yeah, I mean it was big, so you weren't going to make it out of a heat if you didn't get at least a few big waves. And you know the thing about the Mavericks contest that's different from the traditional big wave contest, is that it's actually like a heat, you know. Your not guaranteed to surf two heats, and you get your highest score, you have to actually strategize, not just in getting big waves, but also in what everyone else is doing and trying to make it through a heat.
It's like your old NSSA days
Yeah, totally. It definitely helps, trying to make that reform on the inside. (laughs). I think one thing that was kind of true throughout the day was that a guy could get one really good wave, but if he didn't have a decent back up wave to support it, he wouldn't make it. So I kept that in mind. Like a couple guys had really good waves in their first heat but didn't have anything to back it up.
We noticed Nathan Fletcher going left, is that something he's been working up to?
Yeah, I had caught up with Nathan, just cause he had such a rad approach out there. On Sunday, he had paddled out, it was pretty solid day, the wind was blowing up the face and it was really dangerous, and he just paddled straight out when one of the biggest sets came in and just back-doored it from the other side and went left. So I was lack, "gosh, he's due for something huge." But, if you look at some of the names that went down in the first round, it just tells you that anything can happen in an hour at Mavericks, like Flea and Greg, and Nathan, and just a ton of great surfers were just out of rhythm or whatever it was.
Was there anyone that put on a performance yesterday that was exceptional, or unexpected?
Twiggy, for sure, I mean he was absolutely on fire. We've been up there quite a bit for the past month, surfing there and everyone been going, "This guy Twiggy is gnarly", and I already knew he's gnarly going into it. He was the first guy I saw Saturday night, when I got on a flight and we rushed down to Maverick's for an evening session out there. I could tell he had a big wave sense about him. And then as the heats progressed, we were going, "this guy's crazy." Skindog, I can't remember exactly what he said, but it was like, "he could be Timbuktu for all I know…but who is this guy!"
He kind of came out of nowhere.
Yeah, totally but he has been killing it.
Well, I think he's been in the Mavericks contest for a few years. The first year he wasn't surfing as much, so he was just stoked to be there. Second year it was like, "whoa". Each year it's getting increasingly more competitive out there and he is definitely jockeying way more and trying to get the bombs. It was funny because there was a wave in our Semi that was basically un-ride able, like Josh Loya tried to take off on it but he just kind of blew out the back, it was just so big it was ridiculous. After that wave passed through we were all talking out the back like, "Could anyone have taken off on that?" Loya said, "Yeah, maybe Brock back in his glory days." And that got Brock all fired up and he started charging even harder.
Like he needs any more motivation. So, how was the awards ceremony? Was everyone pretty sure "Twiggy" had won it?
Everyone said it was probably between "Twiggy" and Tyler Smith. Tyler is an incredible surfer out there, and one of the best goofy foots that charges the bowl, and for the final he paddled out with a red beanie on. I was like, "dude, the red beanie, you better get that off, your going to throw me off wearing that thing, get it off." He ended up keeping it on the whole time, and he had a hood too, so I don't know why he did that. The beanie never came off. He charged though, he had a great day. In final, there was one particular wave, that I was just a hair too far out, and I've been kicking myself for the last 24 hours that I should have just went anyways. But I just saw the video of the wave, and I don't think I could have made it. So I feel better. I lost sleep over it last night.
Now your just recovering from the couple lumps that you took?
Well, I did something weird to my finger, I don't know how that happened; it's all purple. My ankle is like weird, and my shoulder, I can't really move that well, but I think it's just from 8 hours of wear and tear. So I was out there from 6:30 to 4 surfing some of the best big waves I've seen in a long time. It was funny too, while we were out there—it was a little bit slower in the final than in the semis—and at one point, like a third of the way into it, "Twiggy" proposed that we all split the prize money. I don't know how many people heard him, but I definitely heard him, and I immediately wrote it off. They did that at Dungeons one year, and I'm like, "they only do that in South Africa." And sure enough, he won and I got last, so that shows me for being greedy.
So he walked away with 30 grand? He's a millionaire back at home in South Africa.
Well yeah, he's a totally good guy and totally deserves it. His strategy was really basic, sit further than anyone else, and wait for the big ones. It's weird because there's always one guy that does that in a heat, but he just did it really consistently. Some guys do that, and can get caught inside without catching a wave, but it worked for him.


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Hispanic Heritage Month History in the United States
Each year, the United States honors the contributions that Latinos have made to our country with a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration that runs from September 15 to October 15. This annual month long celebration began 28 years ago, but its inception stretches back farther. Congress first passed a resolution to celebrate Hispanic heritage at the national level as a weeklong event on September 17, 1968. Nearly 20 years later, on August 17, 1988, President Ronald Reagan stretched the celebrations to a month, from September 15 to October 15.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed in the United States, Canada, and Latin America. September 15 was chosen as the start date in order to coincide with the Independence Day celebrations of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile observe their independence on September 16 and September 18, respectively.
Catholic Relief Services recognizes that more than half of the Hispanics in the U.S. are Catholic and is honored to join in celebrating and paying tribute to the diversity of cultures and accomplishments within the Latino community. The support of Latinos is crucial to our work as the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community.
CRS has been intimately linked with Latin America throughout the organization's history. In fact, our very first project in 1943 began when Colonia Santa Rosa, in Guanajuato, Mexico, gave shelter to 709 Polish refugees that we helped place. This began a shared history that continues more than 70 years later. Then, as now, our mission was to assist the poor and suffering on the basis of need, without regard to creed, race or nationality. Find out more about CRS' work in Latin America.
Throughout the history of the United States, people have come from various parts of the globe and have contributed to build this nation where we live today. Commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month gives us an opportunity not only to feel proud of our roots, but also to share with those who are not Hispanic the richness and diversity of the various Latin American cultures.
10 Interesting Statistics about Hispanics in the US.*
- The U.S. Hispanic population now stands at more than 55.3 million, making them the second-largest racial or ethnic group in the U.S.
- Hispanics make up 17.3% of the U.S. population.
- By 2060, the Hispanic population is projected to be 119 million..
- About 55% of Latino adults say they are Catholic, while 16% are evangelical Protestants and 5% are mainline Protestants (2013.)
- People of Mexican origin account for two-thirds (34 million) of the nation's Latinos.
- Since 2000, the primary source of Latino population growth has swung from immigration to native births. Between 2000 and 2010, there were 9.6 million Latino births in the U.S., while the number of newly arrived immigrants was 6.5 million.
- There were eight states with a population of 5 million or more Hispanic residents in 2013 — Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York and Texas.
- Latinos are the youngest of the major racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. At 27, the median age of Latinos is a full decade lower than that of the U.S. overall (37 years).
- About one-third, or 17.9 million, of the nation's Hispanic population is younger than 18, and about a quarter, or 14.6 million, of all Hispanics are Millennials (ages 18 to 33).
- Among Hispanic eligible voters, 44% are Millennial Hispanics - the single largest cohort of Hispanic eligible voters.
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text: sorry for the delay. i will base my predictions on individual players for each team Warthog's Wackjobs 2 (24-21-0) vs. Winless Hustlers (25-20-0) Carlos Boozer is way better than John Salmons. By that completely infallible logic, the Wackjobs win 9-0. Motown Prides (24-20-1) vs. MC Jammer Pants (21-24-0) Gilbert Arenas vs. Jared Dudley? Please. Gilbert dominates that guy, irregardless of his injury, so Jammer Pants win 9-0. M*A*S*H*E*D (18-27-0) vs. webz wombatz (29-15-1) Darko vs. anyone is a mismatch. Tater has the next Jordan, and easily wins 9-0. Rancho Drebabys (25-18-2) vs. The Pastor's Year (22-23-0) Looks like Pastor is actually setting his lineups again, so let's take McDyess and his sweet FG% against Lebron James. I mean, look at Dre, he's so irresponsible that he hasn't dropped Lebron even though he's injured. Jokes on you Dre! Pastor wins 9-0. Three-peat #1 (23-22-0) vs. Mr. VanSmack (17-27-1) Both teams are carrying injured players like they are going out of style. But Dwyane Wade is fat and can't even spell his own name right, so he loses. Mr. VanSmack wins 9-0. Loanshark (25-20-0) vs. Sour Notes (22-22-1) I was looking at this matchup to compare players, but instead I had to compare avatars. Loanshark...blue hair? Both of you...glasses? Nerds. You both lose 0-9. 16 Mile (20-25-0) vs. The Pink Slips (16-29-0) Again I got distracted and didn't compare single players. 16 Mile is well-balanced with players' last names, a good mix of vowels and consonants. Slippy has only consonants. 16 Mile can form phrases like 'Fame, Ho Man' while Slippy is stuck with 'BbbbSJgWrhm'. No contest - 16 Mile wins 9-0. Himat's Team (22-23-0) vs. Rapid Ralphies (24-21-0) Himat has 11 guys with little yellow stickers next to their name, while Rapid has 10, and an 8-4 advantage with the little red marks next to the stickers. That adds up to a 9-0 victory for Himat.


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During MegaFest, which was put on by Bishop T.D. Jakes in Dallas, Tyler Perry shocked everyone by donating one million dollars to help in the building of a church youth center.
"I've just been touched to give $1 million," Tyler Perry said in the Sunday morning service. "God I don't know what you're doing but I heard your voice. "
Perry then drew screams of approval from the audience as he began speaking in tongues and said, " When you hear the voice of God, you move." His impromptu sermon ended with him laying his hands on Bishop Jakes saying," I pray the Blood of Jesus will come upon you right now."
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