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Red faces over party political funding are like red buses, only more expensive. You wait for ages, then three come along at once. August 2010 has suddenly started to feel like the days when allegations of financial skulduggery routinely dragged governments of both main parties through the mud. Bank-battered Britain could do without it.
First, John Prescott, standing for election as Labour treasurer, admitted the party is nearly £20m in debt and "on the verge of bankruptcy" with no clear means of escape. That legacy is a direct consequence of Tony Blair's determination not to be outspent by the Conservatives, as every other Labour leader had been, and his fateful decision – against Lord Levy's advice – to follow the Tories in taking undeclared loans from wealthy supporters. The resulting loans-for-honours police investigation in 2006-07 frightened off would-be donors, leaving Labour embarrassed, in debt and back in financial hock to the unions.
Yet, despite his fine words about openness and honesty, David Cameron seems to be in danger of repeating Blair's mistakes and a few of John Major's too – even without their end-of-regime excuse of being short of cash. Last week Cameron saw businessman David Rowlands, freshly returned from tax exile to become his party treasurer-designate, stand down, and the suitability of several other donors challenged in the Tory press.
Hedge fund manager Jon Wood, one of a clutch of London-based "hedgies" to bankroll the resurgent Tories, was described as "foul-mouthed and ruthless" by the Daily Mail after stumping up £500,000. Hoping to profit from Northern Rock's collapse, Wood bought 9% of the stricken bank. When Labour nationalised it his punt failed – so Wood tried to sue Gordon Brown's government. His appeal is now with the European court of human rights.
All this came alongside a third headache, allegations that Team Cameron is "selling access to ministers for £1,000 a head" via a hierarchy of donors' clubs, "exclusive networking events" such as VIP dinners and corporate days at party conferences. Again, Tory papers such as the Mail and the Telegraph – both uneasy over Cameron's deal with the Lib Dems – have led the attack.
Colourful accounts tell of £5,000 10-seater tables being available at the Tory conference's Business Dinner, inside the security cordon at Birmingham's International Convention Centre on 5 October. After the promised fine wines and fine food the petits fours come in the shape of a guest appearance by George Osborne. For those who stump up double – £10,000 for a "platinum table" – there may even be a minister on hand to cut their meat.
As if that wasn't enough, on Thursday morning a fourth embarrassment turned up at Luton airport to unsettle ministers as they savoured their last days of summer. No less than Asil Nadir, a colourful fugitive from justice, back in search of a sympathetic jury. Younger Tory activists, drawn into the party by Cameron's wholesome new broom image, may never have heard of Nadir. But old Tory hands remember him only too well.
The Polly Peck tycoon fled to his native northern Cyprus in 1993 to avoid being tried on 66 counts of stealing £34m from the business empire he had created. It played straight into the media sleaze narrative which Labour had been cultivating. Nadir had given the party at least £400,000 in the laxer fundraising era of the 80s and 90s, when Greek and Hong Kong shipping money flowed into Tory coffers. He still keeps the personal thank-you note he got from Margaret Thatcher. Michael Mates, a ministerial chum who tried to defend him, eventually resigned. The tale was all over the papers again this week.
Nadir has his own agenda and his return is just the bad luck the Tories could have done without. But the start of the autumn political season serves to remind voters that the last election may barely be over, but the parties are already preparing for future ones – trying to raise money more frantically than ever.
Is anything different this season? Not really, except the scale and ambition of the cross-party operation. That and the suspicion that "unincorporated associations" (UAs) engaged in fundraising, such as the dinner clubs, are a new device to allow donors to retain their valued anonymity despite the tighter disclosure rules for any cheque above £5,000 (part of Labour's post-sleaze reforms in 2000).
But there is one genuinely eye-catching new development in 2010. For the first time since David Lloyd George, the last Liberal to inhabit Downing Street, stopped flogging honours ("A peerage, sir? That will be £20,000"), the Lib Dems have a handle on power. That makes them interesting, even sexy. Power attracts money as pollen pulls in bees. They need each other.
The impoverished Lib Dems have long had a "Liberty Network," long-term party supporters who chip in £1,000 a year – probably fewer than 100 of them actually – and get invited to talks, meetings, receptions. It is comparable to Labour's Thousand Club – at £100 a month, it should really be the £1,200 Club – whose members get hauled to receptions and conferences.
All three main parties also have well-established "corporate days" at their party conferences. This year the Lib Dems' day is on 20 September in Liverpool, Labour's a week later in Manchester and the Tories' on 5 October in Birmingham. As with holiday packages to the sun, prices vary. Labour charges in 2010 include £395 for a balcony day pass, £1,850 (inc VAT) for an all-week balcony pass, £1,500 for a two-day package including the leader's speech on Tuesday. The Tories will charge £900 to hear Cameron's first conference speech as PM. Dinners and the like cost extra. A two-day pass costs £450.
And the Lib Dems enjoying their moment of glory? Day passes sell at £285. Apart from Nick Clegg's speech the big draw will be Vince Cable, a thoughtful economist always worth listening to, but how much more so now that he is business secretary, the Hamlet of Cameron's cabinet. The Cable event will cost £800, according to the party's promotional literature.
"These events provide a really useful opportunity to hear key politicians speak and gain an insight into decision makers. Occasionally over the years there have been complaints about bad organisation and poor agendas, but all three parties are taking these events seriously nowadays. Obviously, they are also a great opportunity for fundraising," adds a veteran Lib Dem who would happily give it all up in return for more generous state funding of parties.
In reality a corporate day translates as specially set-aside suites, buttressed by receptions and earnest fringe meetings with MPs, peers and MEPs, all of which provide a chance for business leaders – diplomats and chief executives of charities often come too – to rub shoulders with key figures and exchange views.
Cash for access and the chance to tweak a policy? In some cases almost certainly yes, though there are plenty of ways to get a firm or industry's point of view across, and the system's defenders insist it is usually innocent. Blair's famous meeting with Bernie Ecclestone over Formula One sponsorship was innocent too, he insisted. Innocent or not, it was the £1m cheque, later revealed, which tainted the exchange, as Cameron is already discovering. Neither side really understands what makes the other tick so there is at least as much curiosity as wary respect in such encounters.
Thus Blair wanted to know why voters trusted Tesco more than they trusted him. Despite their supposed business-savvy CVs, the Cameroons seem equally overawed and – on recent evidence – more careless than seems prudent. Bad habits acquired when the party is on the crest of a wave may come back to haunt them when the tide turns.
In the quest for clean elections, the US has struggled for two generations to control campaign finance. Many countries have differing balances between public and private money. In the Tory doldrums of the Blair ascendancy the opposition briefly got more from state funding (so-called "short money") than it did from the likes of Michael Ashcroft.
But in democracies where voters dislike politicians, dislike paying for politics from their taxes – or letting rich men or trade unions pay – money-grubbing to fight elections, fund thinktanks and run leaders' private offices will continue. So will efforts to ensure it is all transparent, and counter-efforts to retain discretions. This is what is arousing media suspicion of dining clubs and business dinners. Even Barack Obama got more money from a few big donors than from all those little ones he talked so much about.
"Do I raise money via my annual constituency dinner? Yes. Do I want to tell you how much? No," says an ex-Labour minister who says most of his colleagues are hopeless at fundraising, mere amateurs compared with the ruthless Tories who were quick to spot the loans loophole in Labour's 2000 law.
As for party leaders, they like the extra staff and borrowed jets, but not the graft of fundraising. They offload it to talented schmoozers such as Lord McAlpine (Thatcher's man) or Lord Levy, Blair's tennis partner. Top-notch fundraisers entice the really big individual cheques while trying to protect the leader from the dodgier ones.
It has been reported that the money raised from donor clubs now accounts for nearly half the money donated to the Tories. One club called Fast Track, for members under 40, holds regular socials, which costs £21 a month to join. For £50 a month, supporters can join Party Patrons, which gives access to one reception a year, attended by cabinet ministers, possibly by Cameron. The next step up is Team 2000, which costs £2,000 a year and will get you into several drinks receptions and talks throughout the year. There are two special forums – one for business leaders, the other for the property industry – which cost up to £2,500 to join, and for £5,000 a year, members can join the Front Bench Club, chaired by Mid Sussex MP, Nicholas Soames.
For an annual donation of £10,000, activists can join the Renaissance Forum, which holds regular dinners where senior Conservatives give talks and there is the chance to discuss policy. One step up, the Treasurer's Group offers access to senior ministers and costs £25,000. At the top level – for donations of at least £50,000 – loyalists can gain exclusive membership to the Leader's Group.
Chaired by Howard Leigh, managing director of Cavendish Corporate Finance, it is thought around 100 businessmen have joined this highest level networking group. In return, members are invited to special events hosted by Cameron and other senior Tories. The Conservatives are currently advertising a vacancy for a manager of the donor clubs, looking for someone to recruit members who are "high net worth individuals in the corporate and City of London sectors". Few voters may have heard of them, but they have heard of each other.
Ranbir Singh Suri, who owns a jewellery company and is worth about £40m according to the Sunday Times rich list, has been a member of the Renaissance Forum for 12 years. "We get invited to three or four meetings a year," he says. Around 40 or 50 people attend the dinners – "mostly people involved in business" – which are usually held at the discreet Dukes hotel in central London. At the last event, a drinks reception held at Thomas Goode, a luxury goods shop in Mayfair, Cameron himself gave a speech. "He was talking about the election campaign. He was very happy about the support he was getting from the country. We got to meet him afterwards and talk to him. He was delightful and a good leader," says Suri.
At previous meetings, he says "we have had many good speakers and prominent politicians." William Hague, George Osborne and Eric Pickles have all attended dinners. Business deals are not done at the events, Suri says. Neither does he believe they are "buying" leverage. "It's not a case of influence." Is it worth the money? Suri thinks it is. "It's a good opportunity to hear interesting speakers, ask questions and have a discussion with intelligent people."
A more cynical view was offered this week by ex-Tory MP and barrister Jerry Hayes, who describes such meetings as like being pimped, "my body used to make money" for the party as he faced "a roomful of middle aged men with dandruff on their collars", foul breath and sweaty palms. "All you have to do is chat, be friendly, make them feel important," were his instructions.
Voters may have a variety of reactions to such conflicting claims, wholesome or sinister. But it wasn't meant to be like this by 2010. As long ago as 1976 Jim Callaghan's Labour minority government set up the Houghton inquiry, intended to end dependency on private funds – a battle which the Tories usually win – by promoting full-scale state funding of parties. It was doomed.
Since then there must have been a dozen similar inquiries – by the Hansard Society, the IPPR thinktank, assorted Commons committees, more recently the Electoral Commission and the high-minded Committee on Standards in Public Life. The last serious attempt to end the ever more expensive arms race was made in 2007 when retired civil servant Sir Hayden Phillips patiently manoeuvred the main parties towards a deal – from which both have since retreated.
The stumbling blocks were Labour's reluctance to accept a £50,000 cap on donations in ways that might cripple union support and a Tory reluctance to accept caps on overall spending, especially at local level where Ashcroft-style funding can capture key marginals.
The coalition is committed to reform, but voters should not hold their breath. As yet, Cameron is under little pressure. Why should he be? Whatever fundraising transgressions all parties may commit, the Tories are better at it. Their friends have more money – and want to keep it that way.


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Target: Rene A. Carlson, President of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and Other Members of the AVMA
Goal: Ban Gas Chambers in Animal Shelters
Daniel, a 5 year-old beagle, is being dubbed the "miracle dog" after doing the seemingly impossible and walking out of a Florence, Alabama, gas chamber alive. On October 3, an animal control officer was greeted by the surprised pup after opening the door to a gas chamber which was set to kill 18 dogs at an overcrowded animal shelter. The animal's endurance has led many to relate his story to that of the Biblical Daniel who emerged from the lion's den unscathed.
As if his surviving this were not enough, after being checked out by a veterinarian, Daniel was found to be in good health. According to Karen Rudolph, who took Daniel in after the ordeal, "Amazingly, not only did he survive the gas chamber which is very rare…he was not sick…It was almost as though angels pulled him out of there and he didn't even breathe the gas."
Since then, Daniel has been sought after by many charitable groups and prospective owners who want to adopt the dog. And while the support is pouring in from all over for this dog, the attention is now being cast upon the controversial method employed to kill groups of animals at one time.
While many states are opposed to this practice, some states, like Alabama, still utilize these chambers—subjecting these animals to a slow and excruciating death by pumping chambers full of carbon monoxide. All the while, the American Veterinary Medical Association deems this process as appropriate.
Dear Ms. Carlson,
The story of Daniel, the young beagle who survived the seemingly impossible by walking out of a gas chamber used for euthanizing animals, has struck the hearts of many across the country. Yet, perhaps, his survival has been necessary in calling attention to the method of euthanizing groups of animals in gas chambers filled with the poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
For whatever reason a state chooses to kill these animals–be it due to overcrowded animal centers or behavioral problems that make the animals hard to place with owners-utilizing gas chambers is an inhumane way of killing these animals.
Death, for these animals, is not quick, but rather drawn out; it is not painless, but excruciating in a way that no living thing should be subjected to. Because of this, the American Veterinary Medical Association needs to work in conjunction with the American Humane Society and ban the use of gas chambers in animal shelters.
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- For Monte Kiffin, coaching is a family affair.
- The "preseason" is finally over reports Mark Saxon.
- And the long awaited Kiffin vs. Sark features... First, Gary Klein's take.
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- The Trojans schedule is about to pick up reports Michael Lev.
- The Daily Trojan looks at the challenging slate as well.
- Trojan great Ronnie Lott has a new book out, #Sports Tweets: What I Learned from Coaches about Sports and Life. The bone-crushing safety pulled bite-sized quotes (140 characters or less) from current and former coaches on overcoming adversity. A portion of the profits will be contributed to The Champion Project, a non-profit leadership program founded and directed by co-collaborator Keith Potter.
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After Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, actress Vidya Balans wedding with beau Siddharth Roy Kapur is the next big thing of the year. Though Vidya has been trying to keep her wedding tit-bits under the wraps, now we hear about the special guests, who have been invited to her wedding.
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McDonalds Is Crowdsourcing Its Next Line Of Burgers
The fast food chain invites its British customers to create five new sandwiches to be sold in the fall.
McDonald's UK has just launched a competition for five brand new burgers that they are planning to sell in their UK stores in the fall.
Digital agency Razorfish London created an online burger builder for the fast food chain and invites McDonald's fans to create their own customized burger. The online burger builder offers different kinds of buns and toppings to choose from, and users can select up to six ingredients from a choice of 80 to create the perfect meal.
To create their own burger, users have to start with a McDonald's beef patty and select a bun from the 20 different types available. Then they can select other ingredients like the traditional favorites bacon, cheese, onions, as well as a few not so typical but interesting choices like guacamole, pineapple, chorizo, and more.
The burger creators are also encouraged to think of a good name for their burger creations. So far some of the submissions include creations like "Urban Heat," "Ragin' Cajun," "Sweet n Sour Ballbuster," "The Sweet Swiss," and "The Beast."
People who submit a customized burger into the competition are encouraged to spread the word and get their friends to vote for their creation since online votes will be taken into account during the judging.
The burger builder website works across all devices and even include a ticker that provides regularly-updated stats about the submissions and the competition. The ticker spouts off info like "11% of burgers are totally Tex Mex" and "9% of burgers are packing pickles." The ticker also gives an update on the number of entries submitted so far and the number of votes.
Razorfish worked closely with the fast food chain to make sure that all possible combinations can be made available at scale to the British customers. The digital agency also created spots and other ads to promote the competition to the public.
The competition was just launched this week and will run until June 15th. Winners will be announced on June 29th. The campaign not only lets the public interact with the company's offerings but also with the brand itself.
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Perspective: Eastern Idaho's changing attitude toward domestic violence since VAWA
REXBURG, Idaho - Twenty years ago, the eastern Idaho landscape was different, and so was the attitude toward domestic violence.
Resource centers for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault are in many eastern Idaho towns, but that wasn't the case in those years before congress enacted the original Violence Against Women Act.
President Obama signed the Violence Against Women Act into law on Thursday.
His signature re-authorizes the original 1994 legislation
"Today is about the millions of women," said Obama. "The victims of domestic violence and sexual assault."
At Rexburg's Family Crisis Center, director Margie Harris remembers a time when domestic violence was something nobody talked about, at least not openly.
Harris began her work in victims' advocacy before domestic violence resource centers were even a concept. She and a friend began a grassroots effort in the mid-80s. The two friends would team up with law enforcement to respond to domestic violence and offer a safe place for victims -- sometimes Harris opened up her own home to families in danger.
"The deputy had called and said they had a situation," Harris said, recalling one call nearly 30 years ago. "We went in the house right behind (the deputies). They held the offender in the corner with their arms, while we went and got the woman and her kids."
Then, Harris was a lone soldier.
"This was back in the early 80s, just on a volunteer basis, because there wasn't any other resources," she said. "We just went directly to law enforcement and said, 'Hey, if you have a family who needs to be safe, call us.'"
Things have changed since then.
Now, Harris is at the helm of Rexburg's Family Crisis Center now -- a prominent fixture on the city's main street. But back in 1994 when she started working for the organization, things were very different.
"We were in a little office, we didn't have a sign on our door," she said. "We didn't know if we would be safe."
The Justice Department reports a 50% decrease in domestic violence since 1994. Harris credits the original Violence Against Women Act for making things better.
"Now it's okay to speak up against it, it's okay to reach out and help someone," said Harris. "It is your business."
The 2013 re-passage of the legislation was sponsored by senator Mike Crapo (R) Idaho.


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World inflation into stock markets, and economic Armageddon
World inflation into stock markets, and economic Armageddon
By Chris Laird
This should be 'New Economic Paradigm – sort of, inflation into stock markets' but that seems too long. Pushing inflation into stock markets is nothing new really. When money starts devaluing, stocks rise.
So we have the worst offenders by order (roughly)
The EU
The US
The other markets are also all following along like Korea, Taiwan etc.
Now some people might think that me putting the US as low as I did at number 4 would be ridiculous, but what I am considering is that the US sent ten $trillion over to the EU and ECB to salvage the Euro since 2008, yes its that much, I have been tracking this, in things like currency swaps. In a currency swap the US Treasury/Fed exchanges dollars for Euros so in effect the EU banks could buy USD as their currency was collapsing to meet the USD demand. Otherwise the Euro would have collapsed possibly. Yes that's about all there is to that. Of course this information is not being reported. But I estimate the US Fed (this is an educated guess) is holding roughly ten $trillion USD 'worth' of Euros, or rather divide by 1.30 to get a number – maybe 8 Trillion Euros in secret accounts between the US fed and the ECB. Yes.
If the US did that, then the US is definitely rather low on the totem pole of crisis currencies. I don't suppose the US is going to advertise to the world that it has 8 trillion Euros in reserves. Again this is supposition. But it does kind of look like it.
The Yen started it
The Yen is sort of one of the original carry trade currencies starting around 1990. That was when their real estate and stock markets both crashed roughly. They cut interest rates drastically and over a few years the rates dropped to about 2pct. So Japan started this huge carry trade.
Then, by design, this easy Japanese Yen could be borrowed by their banks and invested in Japanese stocks and real estate. But things went much farther than that. That money over two decades now has gone into every market in the world. Wherever there was arbitrage (cheapness) of Japanese money to be borrowed it was by everyone in the world. A world stock and real estate boom followed.
US different
The US had its own Tech boom during this period which really was – um real. IE real economic gain and innovation. With personal computers, the internet and databases. Even though the rest of the world caught up quickly with the US in those areas, the US still is a major tech innovator.
But then the US had the tech crash, well anything can be turned into a bubble. OF course. And then the US copied Japan in 2001, just like Japan did in 1991 roughly with looooow interest rates.
We keep seeing a pattern here. Low central bank interest rates every time there is trouble….
But then… the US started this 1 pct. interest rate environment and started the housing bubble in 2002. That ran until 2006 and then collapsed. I predicted it would crash in 2006 in 2005. That it was done. Whatever.
So, the Fed dealt with the housing collapse, and they sent $trillions into backing up the banks who were insolvent from bad loans.
Interest rates again were lowered, this time to .25%. Then we get QE1,2,3
A world stock rally ensues
That my friends, is where I wanted to discuss. We are now in the world stock bull of world COORDINATED QE intended to inflate the stock markets even though, the world economies are in the process of collapse!
Think on what I just said for a moment before u read on. They are inflating the world financial markets of all types to combat the deflation from literally collapsing economies, such as the collapsing exports from Asia, the Housing crises all over and so on.
This is world QE from the US, Japan, China, and the ECB has succeeded in linking up all the world stock and financial markets of all types into one huge synchronized bubble! According to my very rough calculations, this is a minimum of a $100 trillion dollar worth bubble of all financial instruments. We already know the real assets have been busted out. The real estate assets are deflating but the stocks and bonds and so on are inflating – but see now the EU bonds are being busted out, debt busted and sold off for nothing. And the EU assets are being seized. Hmmmm. Who is next here? I am not explaining everything here. It's just a general piece.
What I see happening here, is the rest of the world will have all its assets pushed into one huge bubble and then have it all busted out in stock crashes etc., and bond crashes, and all the assets of these countries, the US, the EU, Japan, even China will be auctioned off for pennies on the dollar. Not to mention that WW3 will happen soon after. My God.
Something like Gold, Silver, rarer commodities will be seen as havens. But at some point all the currencies of the affected countries will also inflate into nothing. And then their economies will halt. If all these markets are synchronized, as is my observation now, then it will require a total restart of the world economy and money system. And don't expect gold and silver for example to be some simple overall solution. It's going to get complicated with FX restrictions.
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The I-20 is the document that certifies that you are entering the United States as a student. It carries the name and address of the University you are to attend. The I-20 allows you to enter back into the country after each trip home or to a third country. You need to request it to be signed by a Designated School Officer when you intend to leave the country. Every time you enter back into the country, you need to present it to the immigration officer at the border. You will not be able to enter the U.S. without it and if you don't have it at the border you may be sent back home or detained.
Once you are admitted to University of the West and have submitted your intent to enroll, your I-20 (needed to apply for F-1 visas) will be mailed shortly thereafter. You will then need to present the American Consulate in your country with the I-20 form and any additional documents they request. For current information about the requirements for the consulate in your area, go to http://usembassy.state.gov and find visa services for students. (Due to the increased level of security clearances, it is advisable to begin the visa application process as soon as possible.)
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Kids' Breakfast Returns to Freehold Raceway Mall This Weekend!
Another Saturday with the kids with nothing planned? Join us for some free fun!
I'll be out again with the Point Crew tomorrow morning from 9-10:30 for the monthly Kids' Breakfast in the food court at Freehold Raceway Mall.
If you've never come to this event before, it's time to check it out!
Chick-fil-A will provide breakfast sandwiches for the kids while supplies last, and Bobby's Burger Palace will have samples of their awesome milkshakes! There will be free carousel rides until 11 a.m., and we'll have the kids going crazy for books with a Dr. Suess/Read Across America theme.
We have hats to color, we'll read a few Dr. Suess books, play some games like 'The Cat in the Hat' Says (like Simon Says), a 'Hop on Pop' balloon game, 'Wocket in my Pocket' scavenger hunt, and more!
Then it's time for the best part: the prizes!
Just make sure you sign in when you arrive, and your child will be entered to win! One lucky kid is even going to win a birthday party (valued at almost $600) from iPlay America in Freehold!
It's a great way to get the kids out of the house, and it doesn't cost a dime! Hope to see you tomorrow!


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It's been almost two months since knowledge of Josh Gordon 's latest failed drug test became public. As a Stage 3 violator of the league's substance abuse polcy, he is facing a minimum suspension of one year. But first, he must have his appeal heard. At least there's some progress to report on that front.
Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio has been told by a source that Gordon's appeal hearing has been scheduled for late July. The appeal won't be needed if the league and the Players Association agree on terms of a reduced suspension before the hearing.
Gordon was suspended for the first two games of last season due to a similar violation and still finished the year with the most receiving yards in the league, 1,646.
Fantasy Analysis:
So, we're still waiting to hear for how long Gordon will be banned, but at least we have an idea of when we'll hear it. I think a year-long suspension is most likely. I wouldn't draft Gordon in any of my leagues, but I guess you could do worse things with a late-round pick. If he gets a reduced suspension -- say, eight games or so -- it could prove to be the title-winning difference for your team. I just don't think he's going to get that.
The Browns are expected to open the year with Miles Austin and Andrew Hawkins as their top two WRs.


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Get an overview of this hotelRiverwalk hostel in Salen with free parking
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Situated on the riverwalk, this hostel is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Stoten Ski Resort and within 20 mi (32 km) of Hundfjallet Ski Resort and Tandadalen Ski Resort. Lindvallen Ski Resort and Salen Bike Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).
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A sauna, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a lobby fireplace, and gift shops/newsstands are onsite.
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Sälens Vandrarhem - Hostel features a sauna, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Salen hostel also offers multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and ski storage. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Sälens Vandrarhem - Hostel is a smoke-free property.
- Multilingual staff
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- Total number of rooms - 16
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- Number of floors - 1
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- Fireplace in lobby
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Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
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Recreational amenities at the hostel include a sauna.
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Check-in time starts at 4 PM
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I got the car for inventory price as says on Subarus website for a premium, 27,880 or whatever it is exactly. I also got the maintenance deal as well, so that was a few bucks more.
I'm doing a MS in nuclear engineering here, and I'm heading into the Navy after I graduate in summer. That's how I can afford the car .


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SODAA imports data after receiving updates from the STMS, which allows for post-operations analysis for a variety of uses: long-term airport planning, highly accurate operations billing, assessing noise abatement issues, and routine management of ground traffic. Based on the data it collects, SODAA identifies busy runway crossings and choke points, calculates waiting times and taxi times, and determines how frequently and for what duration taxiways and runways are used. The software analyzes these runway assignments, flight profiles, and taxi routes in order to help managers make key decisions and be alert to potential or recurring slowdowns; SODAA displays key factors like proximity to a conflict point, such as a bottlenecked runway, taxiway, or ramp area. SODAA can then create new scenarios for departure and arrival traffic by using customized management strategies. Airport planners can also adapt the tool to suit different needs and conditions, such as a taxiway that cannot be used on certain dates due to construction.
In addition to inefficiencies, the SODAA tool can also help analysts recognize possible safety concerns, such as a particular driver who regularly follows the wrong route. By preventing or catching a surface deviation early, an analyst or airport manager may help avoid a costly or dangerous delay. User-friendly graphics also allow users to view these vehicle paths, and to drill down to see more specific information and statistics, such as how closely and regularly a vehicle is adhering to its assigned route, and how often it is out of compliance.
In order to create detailed views of the various airport operation levels, the software uses statistical correlation, clustering, and modeling in its data analysis. Brinton explains that these analytical techniques allow information about the airport operation to be automatically derived by SODAA and provided to the user. "For example," Brinton says, "if flights parked at one concourse experience more delays than flights parked at other concourses, SODAA will identify this correlation and display it to the user." This analysis depends on the collection of large amounts of surface data from STMS to identify consistent characteristics.
Customers such as air traffic specialists, airline managers, and airport authorities use SODAA to improve operations efficiency and to help make long-term planning decisions at airports. Brinton explains, "The significant costs of aviation delays and the opportunity to reduce such delays through this effort result in a strong market for the SODAA technology." Currently, Mosaic ATM continues the commercialization and development of SODAA under a Phase III SBIR contract.


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Egypt, Israel gas pipeline fire could rage for days
By Marwa Awad
CAIRO (Reuters) - A fire that erupted on an Egyptian gas export pipeline after it was attacked by an armed gang early on Wednesday could rage for days before engineers are able to begin repairs, a security source said.
It was the second attack since early February on the pipeline, which supplies natural gas to Israel and Jordan, local cement plants and a power station.
The attackers targeted a metering station near the North Sinai town of el-Arish. The station is owned by Gasco, Egypt's gas transport company which is a subsidiary of the national gas company EGAS.
Witnesses said a huge fireball rose above the ruptured line after the blast and the flames surged up to 20 metres high, state news agency MENA reported.
"The fire is still ongoing and it'll be at least three to four days before it goes out, after which authorities can begin repairing the pipeline damage and then resume the gas flow," the source said.
Security officers were looking for five saboteurs who fled the scene before they could be identified, the source added.
"Operations to control the fire are being undertaken and no loss of human life occurred," Gasco said in a statement.
The previous pipeline attack was staged on February 5 during an 18-day-uprising that forced Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak from power on February 11. Continued...


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The social world of today's small child can be more hectic than that of an adult! There may be:
- Family visits
- Parties
- Mother and Toddler groups
- NCT groups
- Playing with friends away from home
- Activity groups such as toddler music groups
For a child with allergy, some of these experiences might seem to exclude them:
- How can a child with a wheat allergy enjoy party food?
- How can a child with dust mite allergy play in a dusty church hall?
- How can a child with eczema enjoy the rough and tumble of a toddler group?
However, with the right knowledge, understanding and motivation from adults, allergic children can enjoy most of the activities and opportunities that children without allergies take for granted.
A Child's World
For children it is not only just fun to be with other children. If they are encouraged to play, explore and experiment with children of a similar age, their social and educational development is greatly improved. Helping children with allergy to become as involved as other children in activities can sometimes take a bit of planning and communication, but this will reap rewards for both parent and child.
Small children can be worried or alarmed about another child who appears different or is unwell because of allergy symptoms. This could be when a child doesn't run around as much, has an obvious skin problem or who seems to always be sneezing and upset.
While most symptoms can be managed, there will inevitably be days when they flare up and are more noticeable. Children of a young age will generally directly say what they think and this means they might comment on another child's allergic condition in a way that may upset the allergic child. It is important that allergies are explained to other children as this will help them accept the allergic child.
This understanding about allergy can be achieved by thinking about the groups of people you might need to inform and help to understand about allergy:
- relatives
- other parents
- children
- childcarers
As a parent of a child with an allergy, you will often find that you have to help people understand your child's allergy. You can also use information from the Allergy UK website to help explain how each person in contact with your child can help make sure that they are safe, involved and happy.
The relationships between an allergic child and siblings can sometimes be difficult for both sides. Siblings may feel that it is sometimes a nuisance to have an allergic brother or sister. They may feel resentful of the attention that the child gets or of any restrictions that may be placed upon the family as a whole.
Jealousy over time spent with the allergic child (e.g. application of moisturising creams, preparation of special foods or hospital visits and checks) can affect everyone's daily life and sometimes it feels like the allergic child is always the centre of attention.
Equally, a child suffering from allergy may be jealous of the fact that their brother or sister does not have to undergo the same treatments. If their allergy restricts their social lives and prevents them from having the same freedom as their siblings, they may also feel resentful.
One way to lessen the impact of the allergic disease on the whole family is by involving siblings with aspects of the allergic child's routine and by clearly explaining why it is necessary to manage the allergy. It is useful to include all children in activities related to the allergy so that both the allergic child and the siblings feel that they have an important role within the family.
This inclusive approach may help promote support amongst siblings and improve their understanding of why it is important to control allergens, not have certain foods in the house, not have a particular pet, etc.
Try to encourage the non-allergic sibling to help with special occasions but also have time when the non-allergic sibling can be the centre of attention. For example this could be an afternoon spent doing an activity that they have chosen.
Often the parents and siblings of an allergic child quickly become familiar with the problems of allergy and accept it as part of their daily life. However, the wider family can take longer to understand your child's allergies and may not have a clear understanding of which precautions they should be taking.
Sometimes relatives appear to be difficult when dealing with allergies perhaps because of a lack of knowledge or fear. They may also never have encountered allergy before. If your child has an allergy to something which can be avoided, then talk about this with relatives whose homes you visit frequently.
If a relative has a pet that your child is allergic to then ask if it can be put outside when you visit. You may need to talk to your doctor about medication before a visit or you may have to arrange meeting elsewhere to avoid the allergens.
Whilst the whole world cannot be expected to adapt to your child's condition, close family members will be the most willing to help and to make their childhood experiences as fun and worry free as possible.
You will need to explain to relatives about your child's condition to help them understand and you may need to do this more than once. Where possible, keep family members informed about the treatments that your child is receiving and how they are working. Regular information will help them understand and they will feel more comfortable about having your child in their home and caring for them in your absence. It is also helpful to explain what your child is not allergic to so that confusion is kept to a minimum.
After all your efforts you may still have relatives who are unwilling to see that the symptoms could be a problem. Remember your child's health is paramount and you have to make sure people understand that you are not making a fuss or trying to be 'over protective'. Make sure your relatives understand what has happened in previous allergic reactions and how it made your child feel. Share your concerns and discuss the ways to prevent it happening again.
With food allergy there is a lot of information to take in about which ingredients are linked to which food. Hidden allergens – such as coatings on frozen vegetables or possible nut contamination in chocolate and cake – can be forgotten by people.
Encourage those people around your child to learn about these things and use the Allergy UK website to help your relatives to gain a good sense of how allergy can affect your child. Your dietician can help with relevant food lists and you can provide relatives with snacks to give to your child if necessary. You can then still let them enjoy the 'giving' of treats knowing that they are safe for your child.
Remember that cousins and other children in the family can also learn about your child's allergy. If you do not explain the allergy to the other children in the family, then your child may be left to do it. It is better if the facts come from you and your child can also explain things to the other children.
Consider whether it would be beneficial for your relatives to read information that you can get for them or if it would be better for them to watch a video about your child's condition to enhance their understanding. It is a good idea to explain to them about emergency procedures and encourage them to have training in using adrenaline auto-injector pens. This will increase their confidence when it comes to helping your child and will help relatives feel more relaxed about your child joining in normal family activities.
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i looked ito one of these once years back and the guy kept callin me and would'bt quit , I told him he was leading me to believe that they were about to go out of business and that if he had to pester me like that I was'nt intrested , i ask to put me in contact with someone close to me so I could look at one ,he could'nt i saw one at a car show ...For sale .... go figure the guy would'nt say why he wanted to sell it and evaded any questons about it .
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If you go to youtube and type in streetbeast you will find a good guy named Pete of Southwest Customs shows, he shows you step by step how these cars go together. I have one and they are well made and not all that hard to put together. It costs a bundle to put a hot rod together but I have cut corners by using wrecking yard parts and swap meets. It's a fun rewarding hobby and I'd rather spend my money on hot rods than anything else. I also have a 1953 Custom cab Chevy PU, a 1957 Chevy Pickup and a 50 Mercury custom I'm working on. Beats the heck out of a new car at $25K or more.
You guys with the low post's count are either not reading this thread totally or have some financial interest in Streetbeast. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to come to the conclusion this firm needs to be avoided at all cost.
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vince , your wasting your time with these guys . they wouldn't know quality if it bit them. just let them tell their stories . no one believes them anyway.
This thread exists for one main reason and that is to educate the novice street rodder so that he or she makes an educated decision. There is a very good reason this thread has high rankings when someone Googles the term Streetbeast, and George Lavin and his associates are reaping the rewards. That, in a nut shell is the underlying reason they are suing Jon. He, along with the rest of the hotrodding community are providing truthful information about a shabby company with a dismal record who's sole purpose is to fleece the unsuspecting novice out of his hard earned cash. It's not just this board either. Perform a search on any automotive related forum and almost every one will have at least one thread about Streetbeast and the opinions you'll find will pretty much mirror those found here.
For those who have already purchased a Streetbeast we can only try to help them complete their build successfully which, by the way, is no easy task. For those contemplating a purchase, we can only try to open their eyes so they can make an educated choice. If they choose not to listen, well.... its their money and like they say, a sucker is born every minute.
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I thought the point of this forum was to pass on info about our personal experiences and knowledge about various ideas for hot rod building projects. I didn't expect to be insulted on my first post, but I guess I should have figured on it. I thought I was passing on an excellent resource that shows on video each step of the build. The videos make a difficult build into not so difficult build. I bought my "streetbeast" back in 1993 and didn't have all that much of a problem. For those that bought one and gave up because it was too hard there's really great step by step how-to videos on YouTube by just typing in Streetbeast. That's what I wanted to pass on. Maybe I shouldn't have said I didn't have much of a problem with my 34 in such a hostile environment. And as for a difficult build, I've really never found any hot rod project that didn't offer a significant challenge for even an experienced gear head. That's the fun of it, the challenge, the creative expression, the work and the accomplishment. I don't have stock in the company and don't care if people buy the car or not, couldn't care less. When I bought mine I only paid $8000 with several upgrades added. I couldn't afford one at today's prices even if I was working full time. My advise for anyone building a hot rod is to buy a real steel car or truck to build, that will be money well spent. I would probably never buy another fiberglass body for a project car no matter how good it was, good old Detroit steel is just a better investment. That's just my preference with no animosity behind it.
unlike many i have all the proof i need in my albums . i build for a living not as a hobby so i have just a little bit more experience in the field. i know the full story on sb. where they came from , when they started . i have actually built 3 of them over the years and know full well what the problems are . i also have first hand knowledge of what happens in time with 1 piece bodies no matter who builds them. since i restore vintage corvettes i know a little about glass cars. coming on here and telling folks you are tickled speechless with yours is no help to the guy waiting on parts or someone who is thinking about buying one. if you had read all the post about them you would find very few who were happy but many who lost their money or got stuck with a car they cant sell. defend them all you want but i aint buying it. but with 4 post in 6 years you are just here to fan the flames imo and i really don't care what you think of me.
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As far as the You Tube Video's are concerned they were already mentioned on this forum awhile back. As you can see this thread has been ongoing for quite a few years. One really needs to go back and read the whole thread if posting for the first time when coming to this thread.
I have to say, I have seen some VERY nice Streetbeast kits! There is one that will show up at local shows, it will BLOW AWAY almost every car there in detail. It is absolutly stunning, "show quality". And if anyone reads my stuff they know what "show quality" means to me.
That doesn't mean it is a good car, that doesn't mean it is a good company and it does't mean their time couldn't have been spent on something more valuable. But damn, you can't say it can't be done!
Street Beasts, can look good.. just saw a '34 earlier today that was very nice. 2 tone, painted in a way that it masks the car being 1 peice.. I don't think anyone is arguing that Street Beasts can or cannot look good.. the issue is of Street Beasts marketing tactics, and not deliver parts on time.. even if they produced the best product, there marketing tactics and faliure to deliver parts would ultimatly drive them down... Remember Tucker?
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The FMU Theatre will present student-directed one-act plays, Nov. 17-18.
Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Hyman Fine Arts Center's theatre. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. Call the box office at 843-661-1365, Monday through Friday, between 1 and 5 p.m., for seating availability.
There will be three different one-act plays each evening. On Wednesday, Nov. 17, the plays are "Wash and Dry," directed by Andrew Cogswell of Walterboro; "Funeral Tea," directed by Joey Webster of Dillon; and "Tell me another story, sing me a song," directed by Merit Sander of Mount Pleasant.
On Thursday, Nov. 18, the plays are "The Boar," directed by David Sistare of Lake City; "The Devil's Parole," directed by Vincent Triana of Pawleys Island; and "Graceland," directed by Melissa Bjorgen of Hartsville.
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SAINTS' automatic promotion decider against Coventry will be broadcast live on national television this Saturday.
The BBC have chosen to screen the match, as Nigel Adkins' men bid to book a place in the Premier League.
St Mary's is already completely sold out for the visit of the Sky Blues, with kick-off at 12.30pm.
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Gather up the kids and head out to Sam & Terry's Barbershop (1110 S. 11th St.) on Dec. 22 for a visit with Santa Claus, noon to 4 p.m. Bring a camera and take free photos of the little ones as they sit on Santa's lap. Every child will receive a new, wrapped toy, candy cane and memories to last a lifetime. The first 40 people in line will get a free chicken teriyaki dinner courtesy of Happy Teriyaki, and there will be other surprises as well.
Get tickets now for the biggest monster jam show in Tacoma – "Rock The Dome" – Jan. 4, 5 and 6 at Tacoma Dome. This year's event will be the largest monster truck event to date in the Puget Sound area with 16 trucks competing (up from 12 trucks at the 2012 events); highlighted by two trucks appearing in Tacoma for the first time ever – Monster Mutt Dalmatian and Captain America. The "Party in the Pits" pre-show experience on Saturday gives fans unparalleled views of the trucks up close and a chance to meet the drivers. Info: http://www.tacomadome.org.
"Walking with Dinosaurs – The Live Experience" creator Bruce Mactaggart returns to his beloved Tacoma with a new production which will recreate one of America's, and indeed, history's greatest survival stories. "Apollo 13: Mission Control" will transform Tacoma Dome's Exhibition Hall into a replica of NASA's 1970 Mission Control Room where an interactive feast for the senses will ensue, and the fate of the three Apollo 13 Astronauts will be in the hands of the audience. Runs Dec. 21-30. Get tickets at http://www.Ticketmaster.com or call (800) 745-3000. Details at http://www.apollo13.co.nz.
Source Yoga will be celebrating the end of the year and the start of another with a practice including yoga, meditation and music at their University Studio on Dec. 31 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The theme is "Turning the Page and Lifting the Veil" and will be led by their own teachers Bryan Michel and Angi Donovan. This event is back by popular demand from last year. The cost is $25 (10 percent off for members). Info: http://www.sourceyogaonline.com.
Tacoma musician Doug Skoog's daughter, Nicole, is in need of surgery, and his friends at Maurice the Fish Records are helping out by holding a benefit show Dec. 23, 4-9 p.m., at The Swiss. On the bill: Blues Redemption, Rafael Tranquilino, Rod Cook, Paul Green, Dean Reichert Band, Jim King and the Southsiders and Crazy Texas Gypsies. Nicole Skoog has been suffering from a debilitating condition called occipital neuralgia. Savings accounts have been drained and insurance depleted, so The Fish and friends are praying that they can raise $5,000 to pay for the neuro-surgery to release her from her chronic migraines that she has been experiencing for the past year. A $10 suggested donation will be taken at the door, with special treats for those who give $250 or $500. If you can't attend, donate through Paypal at firstname.lastname@example.com or at any U.S. Bank location under "Nicole Skoog Medical Foundation #2511."


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Discussion in 'Pistons and NBA' started by blueadams, Feb 21, 2013.
I'd trade Barkley for Hakeem.
I'm not open to trades. Team name: Buffoonery
Wouldn't do Hakeem. If you want a big for him though... I'd give you Russell, McHale or J. Lucas. Backup perimeter dudes are on the table too.
OK, Sir Charles for Bill Russell. Done.
Fleecing. Where is the veto button?
I don't think he made out that well. Russell can be serviceable if his minutes are limited and he has a coach that works around his limitations.
I don't want to trade. It is interesting to see the trade discussions, though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Hey, did anyone pick Michael Jordan? He was really good when I was a teenager. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2
Cool. Deal.
Updated Trading Block: Tas. You mentioned that you had a shortage of guards and a surplus of bigs (before our big for big trade). I'm still interested in LeBron and D-Wade. I could give you two perimeter players for either, if so desired. Take a look and think about the possibilities - I'm quite open here - and let me know. Laimbrane. Haven't heard back from you. I'm still quite interested in Durant (MJ too, but I doubt that's possible). Please take a look at my roster and let me know if there's something you'd like for Durant. Don't be afraid to suggest something ridiculous, I'm quite open and you might be surprised here. *CJ. I know you said that you're not interested in making a trade. But I think you'd be surprised at what I'd be willing to give up for Haywood and Archibald. Please try me. (Of course still interested in Wilt and Kareem too). ***Walter-Said you're not interested. I'm still open to any suggestions involving Dr. J or Duncan. ***SJ-Said you're not interested. I'm still open to any suggestions involving Garnett or Kobe. ***BillLaimbeer-Said you're not interested. I'm still open to any suggestions involving Bird, Elgin or Oscar. *DON'T BE AFRAID TO MAKE ME A RIDICULOUS-SOUNDING OFFER!!!*
CJ. Getting more in-depth with our trade scenarios. You've got Wilt and Kareem in the front-court, and that's excellent. You've got Stockton starting at the point, and that's also excellent. No place for Haywood or Archibald to start though. And other good backups already in place there in McAdoo/Cunningham/Marion and Monroe. Your starting 2's and 3's are rather weak though. Barry, T-Mac, Pierce. I'd give up West (who's a 1 or a 2) in a deal that included Archibald. Gervin, Pippen, Iverson, Drexler are all dudes I'd give up that would improve your starting lineup too. Walt Frazier if you'd like a backup point in return.
Sorry, I don't see anyone on your team I'd rather have than Durant; my rule of thumb is to never trade a dime for two nickels.
Amare Staudemire for Pippen?
I'll trade you a nickel for two dimes.
Gotcha. Won't ask again. Let me know if you change your mind.
I'd give you Pippen (and another perimeter player), but it'd have to be for LeBron or Wade.
By the time you play these games, there will be a whole new class added to the Hall of Fame. Then you will have to redo the draft. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2
I can't trade starters that have carried teams to Championships for a defensive role player. Maybe have to find a sucker for a 3-team trade. Wade is negotiable, but I'm not letting Lebron take his talents to virtual South Beach.
Okay. LeBron's off the table. Let's talk Wade. Pippen you like (the greatest perimeter defender of all-time, according to some; the #2 man on six championship teams; and a consensus top 50 all-time player). I'd do that deal straight-up, Pippen for Wade. If that's a no go, suggest a throw-in and I'll think about it.
I can't play Nate Archibald at shooting guard?
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Pirates President Frank Coonelly Charged With DUI
According to Dejan Kovacevic, Pittsburgh Pirates president Frank Coonelly was charged with a DUI on December 22nd. Coonelly had a blood-alcohol content of .16, which is higher than the Pennsylvania legal limit of .08.
Pennsylvania has a tiered system for DUI charges. A blood-alcohol content of .16 or higher is the fourth of four tiers. A first time offense in that range draws a fine between $1000-$5000, 3 days to six months in prison, and a 12 month driver's license suspension. The court can allow a restricted license after 60 days of the original suspension.
Coonelly was also charged with driving the wrong way, and careless driving. Per the article in the Trib, he will have a hearing on March 20th. Check the link above for quotes from Coonelly and Pirates' owner Bob Nutting....
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After this budget in which Mamtadidi demonstrated her competence and intelligence, we can be sure that when she becomes the CM of West Bengal there is only one direction in which the state will continue to go.
Also we can rest assured that the Bihari voter and the general praja has an edge over the intelligent poets, artists and chai drinkers of Bengal. Even the leading idiots of Bihar seem to be smarter than the Bongs.
For me, as NaMo, I would have set up a few projects in Bihar. They work hard and there is only one direction they can go from where they are.


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Why are they so expensive? there is a WMA in WV that has lots of ducks in December and January. i went online to buy a license because I was going to go this morning actually, but then I realized how expensive it was.???
and whats with NC being able to kill big ducks before us arent they South of us?


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Newcastle Inflict First Defeat Of The Season
A LATE Newcastle United goal ended Stoke City's Under-18s 100% start to the season as they fell to an unfortunate defeat at Little Benton.
Daniel Barlaser struck two minutes from time to settle the game in the home side's favour, despite the young Potters looking the team most likely to snatch victory throughout the second half.
Their finishing left a lot to be desired, though, and Newcastle punished them to nick the three points and stop City in their tracks after two wins out of two prior to the game.
Kris Scott returned to the side after injury ruled him out of last week's win against Aston Villa, while Jack Nardiello and James Alabi continued their strike partnership that had proved dangerous in the season's early stages.
After a four-hour coach journey, the Potters could have been forgiven for taking a few minutes to get into the their stride – Nardiello was the first player to threaten Newcastle's goal with first a strike from 25 yards that Jonathan Mitchell gathered comfortably.
City's number nine then glanced a header wide after Scott's cross from the right-wing, and Stoke were beginning to settle into the encounter.
Newcastle created their first opening on 19 minutes after Olley raced down the right-hand side before crossing into the six-yard box, only for the stretching Alan Armstrong to arrive a split-second too late.
They should have scored eight minutes later – Rolando Aarons split Stoke's defence with a pass for Armstrong, but with only Dale Eve to beat, the attacking midfielder shot straight at the 'keeper.
Nardiello remained the visitors' main threat and showed tremendous skill to beat Lee Desmond before scuffing his shot into the arms of Mitchell.
Alabi raced onto a Ryan O'Reilly clearance a minute later, and although his pace presented him with time to pick his spot, Mitchell parried his effort round the post.
Coach John Perkins introduced Peter Makrillos at the break, but the second-half started off with both teams on an even keel and few chances being created.
As the game wore on, though, Stoke re-established themselves as the better team and Nardiello was unlucky when he broke into the area and had his shot well-blocked by a defender.
Makrillos brought fresh energy to the Potters midfield and he himself had an opportunity on 70 minutes when the ball dropped to him on the edge of the area, and after cutting inside cleverly his shot was beaten away by Mitchell.
Both sides were struggling to find that crucial pass in the final third, although City did put together a good move when Scott found Ryan Shields on the right - his cross was met by Makrillos but the Australian's header was straight at the 'keeper.
Substitute Marcel Barrington kept Mitchell busy with a 25-yard drilled effort, and up the other end, Newcastle nearly edged ahead when Ben Drennan's cross was steered over the bar by Jonathan Quinn.
The game looked like heading for a stalemate before Newcastle sapped the hope out of Stoke's players with the winner on 88 minutes – Eve's poor pass fell to Armstrong who played in Barlaser on the right, and he found the bottom left hand corner to leave the home team celebrating an unlikely triumph.
Perkins said afterwards: "I'm disappointed for the lads because I thought they put in a really good shift and definitely deserved something out of the game.
"I thought we were the much better side in the second-half. We created some good chances, worked really hard and stuck in there.
"I always think we can score, so I'm astounded we didn't after four or five really good chances."
Newcastle United: Mitchell; Sterry (Drennan 64), McKinnon, Cameron, Desmond; Olley (Barlaser 45), Armstrong, Quinn, Logan, Aarons; Gilliead. Subs not used: Lopez, Grant, Morgan.
Stoke City: Eve; Shields, Coulson, O'Reilly, Westley (Taylor 90); Scott; Cook, Monlouis; Richards; Alabi (Makrillos 45), Nardiello (Barrington 69). Subs not used: Gledhill, Sanders.
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Cincinnati is the early front-runner for King rising senior QB Greg Windham, who said Tuesday he'll make a college decision sooner rather than later.
The Bearcats have made a verbal scholarship offer to Windham (6-foot-1 1/2, 208 pounds), who is likely to collect several more following a prolific junior season (1,469 passing yards, 277 rushing yards, 17 passing TDs, seven INTs).
"Right now, they're No. 1 on my board," Windham said.
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Are Bono and Bob Geldof good for Africa?
By Barry Malone
ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - "Ireland," I answered the taxi-driver's question when I first went to Ethiopia in 2006.
"You know ... Bob Geldof, Bono?," I continued, confident he would recognize me as a countryman of the two rockers who many Westerners think fed the world during the 1980s.
"Bondof?" came the puzzled reply. "Oh, Ireland! ... You mean Roy Keane! Gerry Adams! IRA!"
And so began a pattern of national identifiers that has lasted for my three years in this country the Dublin singers first introduced me to as a child during its ruinous famines.
Soccer legend Roy Keane. Political firebrand Gerry Adams. Irish Republican Army. In that order.
Rarely a "Bono' or a "Bob' spoken.
It's not just that the people of this beautiful Horn of Africa nation are largely ignorant of the two men who still say it affected them like no place ever has.
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I enrolled in TESC's Military Degree Completion Program (MDCP) about 2 years ago. In exchange for not having to pay any kind of annual tuition or anything, you agree to earn 12sh with TESC through online courses, TECEP's, etc.. Well, I just figured it out, and I'm 10 tests away from my BA and I've only earned 3sh by taking classes with TESC. I really don't want to slow myself down by taking these classes.
I was wondering if anyone knew if I complete all my degree requirements via testing and don't earn my 12sh with TESC, would I have to enroll as a regular student in order to graduate? I sent them an email last week and haven't heard back, so I was wondering if anyone had some insight.


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SYDNEY'S SAVED: Wu-Tang Clan Protects Ya Neck, Vows To Kill Lockouts
Mike Baird might be able to resist the power of 15,000 Sydneysiders rallying against the city's strangulation by the lockout laws but will he be able to resist pressure to can them from the almighty force that's Wu-Tang Clan?
On their first visit to Australia in five years - to a crowd of 4,870 at the Hordern Pavilion - the rap supergroup slammed the restrictions as "crazy", promising to have the them overturned.
Did they say how? No. Who cares. Just roll with it.
"We heard y'all got some new crazy laws," RZA told the hyped crowd as they finished up a killer set ft. bangers like C.R.E.A.M and Protect Ya Neck. "We going to to get these laws changed for y'all."
Wu-Tang were forced to move their after-party from a city venue to Jam Gallery in Bondi Junction because of the lockout laws, which see 1:30am lockouts and 3am last drinks enforced at the affected inner-city precinct.
Promoter Nicholas Greco, whose company Beyond The Valley brought the group out to Australia, told PEDESTRIAN.TV that Wu-Tang couldn't believe it when they were told the lockouts meant they'd be lawfully unable to enter their own after-party if a) it was held at a venue within the lockout precinct, and b) if they went back to their hotel to freshen up after the 11pm show, and arrived at the venue after 1:30am.
"They love Australia and want to see as much as they can whilst they are down here. We explained to them why we can't go into certain places and they just couldn't believe it," he said. "It's not the Sydney they remember, they've been here previously as a group and as individuals and haven't had these sorts of lockouts imposed on them before. They thought it was crazy that they would not be able to get into their own show if it was after a certain time."
He said RZA's plan was the rile up the people "so that the out of touch people in power have to listen".
Sydney Labor MP Chris Minns - an anti-lockouts supporter - was admittedly dumbfounded by the support of Wu-Tang, but grateful all the same.
"I don't normally get my policy advice from a man named Ghostface Killah but on this one he is right. These laws need to be changed," he told the Daily Telegraph.
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ICYMI, the lockout law debate has reached boiling point in NSW ahead of an independent review of the liquor laws, with hordes of people protesting them at the 'Keep Sydney Open' rally last weekend.
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We suggest that you not rely on any single source of information, however. If the weather conditions are questionable, or if for some reason the FlashAlert service is not working, you can try checking the district's Twitter or Facebook feeds, the district's website, or local radio or TV stations: KEZI-TV 9, KVAL-TV 13 or KMTR-TV 16.
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If you don't hear any information about Springfield Public Schools, you can assume that the schools are operating on their normal schedules. However, the decision of whether to send your child to school always rests in your hands. If you do not feel that it is safe to transport your child to school, contact the school to let them know.
After-school activities: If schools are closed on account of weather, all after-school activities are cancelled, including athletic games, practices, and building rentals.
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Target: Zhou Shengxian, Chinese Minister of Environmental Protection
Goal: Ban the sale of keychains that contain live goldfish, salamanders, and turtles in China
Street vendors are selling live animals trapped in keychains in China as souvenirs. These souvenirs are becoming a new fashion trend, and should be banned. The animals are usually amphibians such as turtles, fish, and lizards, and are placed into small plastic bags that contain a liquid nutrient and oxygen that allows them to live up to "two months." However, many of these animals die days later.
The animal bags, which are attached to metal keyrings, cost around $1.50 a piece. Buyers are convinced by vendors that the animals in these "live animal keychains" can sustain themselves from the nutrients in the water for many months. But the truth is these animals die from oxygen deprivation within hours or days. Without the ability to replenish their oxygen or nutrient levels, these poor creatures are left to slowly starve or suffocate to death in their little plastic bags.
Animals should not be kept in small plastic bags. These conditions are cruel. Thousands of these marine animals will die a slow death each year if this practice is allowed to continue. Sign the petition to demand that the Chinese government make the selling of live animal keychains illegal in China.
Dear Minister Zhou Shengxian,
Live animal keychains have become a fashion trend in China. Street vendors continue to trap small animals in plastic bags, and then attach them to metal keyrings to sell as keychains. These animals deserve better than to die slowly from oxygen deprivation caused by being trapped in a tiny plastic bag.
Vendors assure buyers that these animals are swimming in nutrient-rich water, but this is not true. These animals do not live a long time. On the contrary, they die within a few days of purchase. This trend is killing a lot of marine animals, and it is extremely cruel. Save thousands of marine animals by banning the sale of these live animal keychains.
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