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The Windows Server 2012 Roadshow is coming to New Zealand in late June
We will show you how Windows Server 2012 helps you…
– Build your private cloud, offer private cloud services, or securely connect to public cloud services
– Increase your efficiency, availability, and manageability
– Leverage an open application and web platform for the datacentre and the cloud
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With so many significant changes coming in Windows Server 2012, this is a great way to get in early on your readiness by learning from the experts!
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For the announcement of the Windows Server 2012 Roadshow on the Windows Server Blog, go here. Looking for the download links to Windows Server 2012? Go here.
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Tuesday, June 26, 2012 1:00pm-4:30pm
Thursday, June 28, 2012 1:00pm-4:30pm
Friday, June 29, 2012 1:00pm-4:30pm
Showcasing presentations and demos on the following Windows Server 2012 topics…
Server Virtualisation
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– Flexible infrastructure, when and where you need it
– Scale, performance, and density
– High availability
Storage and Availability
– Reduces planned maintenance downtime
– Addresses the causes of unplanned downtime
– Increases availability for services and applications
– Increases operational efficiency and lower costs
– Manage private clouds more efficiently
– Link private clouds with public cloud services
– Connect users more easily to IT resources
Server Management & Automation
– Simplifies configuration processes
– Improved management of multi-server environments
– Role-centric dashboard and integrated console
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Kabbalat Shabbat with Havurah on the Hill and Isaac Akiba of the Boston Ballet
Shabbat is back! Join us this month for services, dinner and fun when we welcome the talented (and Beantown born!) Isaac Akiba of the Boston Ballet.
Come to the Vilna Shul for
6:30 PM Wine and Appetizers
7:00 PM Shabbat Services
8:15 PM Speaker
8:45 PM Dinner
Isaac started dancing in Boston Ballet's Citydance program at age nine and began training at Boston Ballet School in 1998. During this time, he studied under Sydney Leonard, Franco Devita, and Dierdre Miles Burger. Akiba joined Boston Ballet II in 2007, was promoted to Boston Ballet company dancer in 2009, and was promoted to second soloist in 2012.
His Boston Ballet repertoire includes Nissinen's The Nutcracker; Kudelka's Cinderella; de Valois' The Sleeping Beauty; Gielgud's Giselle (Peasant Pas de Deux); Alosa's Paquita (Pas de Trios); Clerc's La Bayadere (Bronze Idol); Cranko's Romeo & Juliet (Benvolio); Nureyev's Don Quixote (Lead Gypsy); Lander's Etudes (Turning Man); Balanchine's A Midsummer Night's Dream (Puck); Balanchine's Jewels (Rubies, Diamonds); Balanchine's The Four Temperaments (Melancholic); Balanchine's Prodigal Son; Balanchine's Symphony in 3 Movements (Jumping Couple); Balanchine's Coppelia; Balanchine's Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux; Robbins' Fancy Free; Elo's The Elo Experience (Slice to Sharp, Plan to B, Double Evil); Elo's Carmen; Matthews' Ein Von Viel; Pickett's Tabula Rasa; Forsythe's the 2nd detail (Ion).
Curious about HOH or new to the community? Click here to learn all about our history. New faces are always welcome!
Free validated parking is available for Havurah on the Hill's monthly Shabbats. The Vilna Shul is also easily accessible by public transportation. Just take the MBTA Red Line to Charles/MGH. For driving, walking and public transport directions, please click here.

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The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories (original 2009; edition 2009)
by Leo Tolstoy, Richard Pevear (Translator), Larissa Volokhonsky (Translator)
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I read [The Death of Ivan Ilyich] in a collection that also included the short stories "The Diary of a Madman" and "The Prisoner of the Caucasus."
I did not care for the last; it seemed pointless, as though Tolstoy were retelling an event from his life without any depth or message (as legend has it, this kidnap for ransom did happen to him while he was in the military; apocryphal or not, I don't know). That isn't a crime, but it isn't what I expect in Russian literature. It just didn't have much depth to it.
Both Ivan Ilyich and Diary of a Madman take on that quintessential Russian literary question of the meaning of morality in daily life -- how do we spend our time, what do we owe, how do our sins revisit us later in life? They were both highly engaging novellas, though I have to say that I prefer Dostoyevsky and Turgenev over Tolstoy any day. Tolstoy's short fiction does not provide the same level of detail and rich sense of time and place that others do -- which I realize is strange to say given his master work is War and Peace, one of the most richly detailed novels in the canon! But especially in Ivan Ilyich, I yearned for more.
Brilliant. This novella could have been written yesterday, the themes are so universal, so timeless. And the writing is, as one expects from Tolstoy, positively gorgeous.
This is a new translation of some of Tolstoy's shorter works by the noted translators Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, and I snapped it up both because of my love for "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina" and because I've admired the translators' previous work. I am glad I read it, and I really enjoyed some of the stories/novellas, especially "Hadji Murat" (which I'd read before), "the Forged Coupon," and "Master and Man." Some of the other stories I found fascinating, although difficult to relate to, for their intense depiction of sexual desire as a manifestation of the devil, and some written after Tolstoy "got religion" were just too religiously based for me. Nevertheless, as an admirer of Tolstoy, I was glad to get a broader picture of his work, although W&P and AK are certainly in another league than many of these stories.
ETA Reading "Hadji Murat" will tell you everything you need to know about Russia's continuing problems with Chechnya, and a lot about western problems in Muslim countries.
I enjoyed this book but find it hard to understand. In order for me to understand the stories in this book I have to read them more than once. I have read the story "Death of Ivan Ilyich" at least two or three times now so I understand that one. But I need to re-read the other stories in this book again before I can tell you what they were fully about.
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Amazon.com Amazon.com Review (ISBN 0307268810, Hardcover)Amazon Best Books of the Month, December 2009: To anyone for whom Leo Tolstoy's masterpieces War and Peace and Anna Karenina have stood as giants too daunting to scale, and equally to the many readers who have devoured those novels and are hungry for more, we offer The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories. Newly translated by the team of Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, who have enlivened the Russian classics for a new generation, this selection of 11 of his finest stories reveals a Tolstoy of many sides and unsurpassed storytelling talents. Along with smaller gems like "Alyosha the Pot," the collection features a handful of thrilling longer tales that each carry the power of a novel: the terrifying murderer's confession of "The Kreuzer Sonata," the breathlessly dramatic path of a single crime through dozens of lives in "The Forged Coupon," and the haunting account of the isolation of mortality in the legendary title story. Most revelatory of all for a modern reader is the final novella, and Tolstoy's final work, "Hadji Murat," the disturbingly contemporary story of a fiercely honorable Chechen warrior caught between local rivalries and the ambivalent reach of a decadent empire. --Tom Nissley
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David Brooks just wrote an eloquent New York Times column entitled "The Art of Presence" on helping friends through suffering. Referencing a Christian family named the Woodiwisses who have experienced multiple tragedies, Brooks says the following is what such sufferers need in tough times: I'd say that what these experiences call for is a sort of [Read More…]
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In tonight's message, our pastor reveals the new ministry theme for the year. We take a brief look back to review God's blessings in the previous year; a look at the present to remind us of our mission, purpose & objectives; a look forward to a new ministry theme for 2015 along with goals to stretch & challenge our faith
Philippians 1:27 provides the theme for 2013 in a message which Pastor Mike delivered to the congregation on Sunday night. He also presented the ministry thrust and target for the new year.
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These artists contributed to the mixtape: Lil Scrappy P, Short Dawg Prod, Jody Breeze, Machine Gun.
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Visit our mixtape section to stream and/or download Differenter Gang (Hosted By DJ Teknikz), a project released by Travis Porter on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010. It features songs such as I Am Travis Porter Intro, Fck The Police Prod By Mr Hanky, Sideways.
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01. I Am Travis Porter Intro
02. Fck The Police Prod By Mr Hanky
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04. Make it Rain Prod By Fki
05. Chevrolet Prod By Nitti
06. She Nasty Prod By Nard N B
07. Bad Remix feat Lil Scrappy P
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Cousteau's grandson surfaces after record underwater stay
By Zachary Fagenson
MIAMI (Reuters) - Fabien Cousteau, grandson of famed French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, emerged from the turquoise waters off the Florida Keys on Wednesday morning, marking the end of a record-breaking, 31-day stay in an underwater habitat with a team of scientists and documentary filmmakers.
The younger Cousteau, 46, along with two "aquanauts," took the 60-foot (18-meter) dive to Aquarius, a 43-foot-long (18-meter-long) laboratory resting off of Key Largo, on June 1 following years of preparation and delay.
"After 31 days under water, [Fabien Cousteau] and his crew are about to become land dwellers again," the Mission 31 team announced on Twitter shortly after 9 a.m. EDT (1300 GMT)
While Cousteau's goal was to attract more support for ocean conservation, teams of scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Northeastern University rotated through the laboratory studying the impact of changing seas on underwater life.
The ability to live underwater allowed researchers to leave the habitat several times a day, including the middle of the night, to collect samples from nearby coral reefs and observe marine life in otherwise impossible circumstances.
Aquarius is air conditioned and equipped with wireless Internet access, a shower, a bathroom and six bunks, as well as portholes that gave the occupants a 24-hour view of the surrounding marine life.
Despite a successful trip, the month-long stay was not without its challenges.
"One night the air conditioning stopped working and it got to 95 degrees (35 C) and 95 percent humidity," said Andrew Shantz, a Ph.D. candidate in marine eco-science at Florida International University, who spent 17 days in the lab in the beginning of June. Continued...


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Guest blog post by Jerry Meunier of Creating Your Desired Life.
The definition of sustainability by the United Nations Brundtland Commission is "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations." There are many examples of this definition in today's world; i.e., wind & solar energy, water conservation, recycling and environmentally-friendly building materials.
For me, the definition of sustainability as it relates to our emotional happiness and well-being is "personal and professional goals and desires that are achieved and the ability for them to continue forever." There are many common goals and desires we humans share; relationships, careers and finances to name a few. I believe we are all responsible for creating and sustaining our desired life. I also believe that what we think, say, do and feel is a direct reflection of the life we are living. These are my life learnings that have allowed me the ability to sustain my goals and desires.
Belief – Beliefs (positive or negative) are simply thoughts that have been acquired from various sources. Your family, friends and environment have all contributed to your beliefs. You will know when a limiting belief is not serving you because you will feel the uncomfortable feeling within yourself. When this happens, look at the belief that is causing the uncomfortable feeling and challenge where that belief originated. If it was from a person or situation in your past or present that you don't agree with, then change that belief into one that is positive and will serve you well. If you're thinking right now, "sure, that's easier said than done"…that's a belief and you can change it to one that will bring you positive reinforcement and well-being.
Perception – Perception is a key ingredient to sustaining a feeling of well-being. Perceptions are a direct reflection of our beliefs. You always have the option of perceiving any situation as a lesson, gift or positive momentum towards something good. Remember you always have the choice. You can choose to see the gray clouds or the blue skies and sunshine in any situation. Which perception makes you feel good?
Appreciation – Having and showing appreciation for the way your life is now allows for sustained happiness. Giving thanks to yourself, people, the Universe or to your God is very powerful. Showing appreciation can be done in many ways, and by doing so, you are telling the Universe, "more please!" Be specific about what you are appreciating from yesterday, today or tomorrow. For tomorrow, always visualize what you want and feel the feeling of the end result of what you want. From there, you allow it to manifest at the right time. Feeling the appreciation of having received your desire before it has appeared in the present is powerfully sustaining. I inspire you to keep a written list daily, weekly or monthly of what you appreciate in your life.
Unconditional Love – Having unconditional love for yourself first is very empowering. Treat yourself the way you want others to treat you. Remember, you can't give to someone else what you can't give to yourself. This will build confidence and will rid the desire to judge yourself and others. Always being the person you want to be with (whether it's a romantic partner, boss/employee, family or friend) is a true achievement. This is emotional sustainability at its best!
Self-Worth – Having a strong foundation of self-worth is a key ingredient in emotional sustainability. The environment you grew up in, the conditioning and learning you've experienced since day one have both contributed to the person you are today. If there's anything in your life that has threatened or is threatening your foundation of self-worth, change it. You have the power and control! There are new ingredients (tools/processes) and emotional well-being recipes I've created that you can learn and begin practicing today. All of these ingredients are accessible to you in abundance, they simply take practice….and practice makes permanent!
Awareness – Be aware, conscious and truthful about the actions you are taking daily to sustain your desired life achievements. When you continue to positively nurture your relationships and connections, there will be no end. They may change in some way, but they will not end.
Achieving sustainability as it relates to our environment and our personal emotional happiness and well-being will result in the continuation of all that is good and wanted in our lives and on earth. These two types of sustainability go hand in hand and we can do it together! The energy, creativity and collaborative efforts of ten like-minded people are more powerful than a million that are not.
Mastering the ability to sustain your emotional health and well-being is a win-win in every area of your life. If you need any additional proof of sustainable well-being in business, look no further than the #1 New York Times bestseller, "Delivering Happiness" by Zappos CEO, Tony Hsieh. Tony brilliantly describes how building and sustaining a happy and joy-filled work environment produces amazing employee engagement and satisfaction, which results in excellent and exciting productivity and profits.
From the day we are born, we all are emotionally programmed for the wanting of love and belonging. One of my daily intentions is to give and receive love and peace, both within myself and externally. This can be done in many forms and shapes. I want to inspire you to do this for one day. From the moment you wake up until the time you go to sleep, show yourself and everyone and everything around you love and peace. You'll be amazed at the fun, joy, peace and beauty you experience all day. This is emotional happiness & well-being sustainability at its best! Remember, practice makes permanent!
If you'd like to learn more about the topics in this article and others, along with "Emotional Happiness & Well-Being Recipes", please contact Jerry "The Life Coach Chef" at firstname.lastname@example.com or www.creatingyourdesiredlife.com.Related Articles
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The next tech financial landmark, Yelp's IPO, is Friday.
The check-in/review site is expected to raise $100 million when it begins trading. But there are lingering questions about its monetization model, competition from Google and long-term stock prospects -- all despite 66 million monthly unique visitors, 25 million business reviews, a popular mobile app and international reach.
Local marketing company Reply eyes the opening as a chance to serve up a new strategy in its pitched battle with Yelp. Today, Reply relaunched MerchantCircle.com, the local-merchant network it acquired for $60 million last year.
Reply contends that unlike sites such as Yelp, which primarily offers directory listings and reviews, the new MerchantCircle.com connects consumers and merchants -- making it easier for consumers to go from searching for a roof-repair contractor to actually getting one to their home.
The revamped MerchantCircle.com also lets merchants acquire consumer prospects on an on-demand basis through LeadStore, a Twitter-like feed for customer leads.
Reply sees its service as more akin to OpenTable than Yelp because it is guiding the consumer from search to transaction. "The new MerchantCircle.com strikes a balance between providing a valuable, free service to consumers while supporting the needs of local merchants," says Reply CEO Payam Zamani.
"We're taking the category way beyond providing reviews and contact information to actually facilitate meaningful connections between consumers and local businesses," Zamani says. "We think that Yelp is half the equation."
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A classic case for 'class action'
Can you say, "Incoming," RIAA?
Wired reported recently the story of Tanya Andersen, who had been defending herself against an RIAA lawsuit for about two years before the RIAA dropped its case.
Andersen is "thanking" the RIAA by launching a legal offensive against her former accusers, filing suit against Atlantic Recording Corporation, Priority Records, Capitol Records, UMG Recordings, and BMG Music, the RIAA, MediaSentry, and Settlement Support Center.
Andersen's complaint claims the RIAA's methods are criminal, and that their lawyers are needlessly vicious in pursuing defendants. The complaint states that, ". . . it has been discovered that as a part of this secret enterprise MediaSentry has for years conducted illegal, flawed and negligent investigations of many thousands of private United States citizens. These illegal investigations are then used as the sole basis for pursuit of tens of thousands of lawsuits throughout the US."
Go, Tanya!
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
No points for originality
You'll just have to judge for yourself on this one, an item which comes courtesy of Linux Lookup.
Did Microsoft — not exactly known for its innovation and originality, but known throughout professional circles for copying and usurping the work of others — copy the Ubunutu logo for its Microsoft Alumni Network (Note: graphic reduced to fit on this blog page)?
[Of course, according to someone who posted on the forum at Linux Lookup, apparently both are guilty of copying another logo, namely the Scripps Healthcare logo:
So, knowing our friends in Redmond, maybe the attorneys should sort this one out, no?]
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
A plague on my house . . . or maybe not
Armonk. Cupertino. Redmond. Santa Cruz.
Of the four aforementioned places, three have iconic status in the history of the personal computer, and the fourth hopefully can reverse its dubious place in the historic footnotes that have yet to be written.
Armonk is where IBM makes its home. Cupertino and Apple are joined forever in an infinite loop at 1 Infinite Loop. Redmond . . . well, the Death Star has to reside somewhere, and the suburb just east of Seattle just happens to be where Microsoft settled in.
Then there's Santa Cruz, which is the "SC" in the original "SCO," which at its founding in 1979 was the Santa Cruz Operation.
I live in Santa Cruz — in the mountains of the Santa Cruz County, not near surfing mecca on the shores of Monterey Bay (hence, I don't pepper the ends of my sentences with duuuuuuuude) — and through SCO's many metamorphoses, the company no longer has its headquarters in Santa Cruz (to be fair, there's an SCO office in Scotts Valley, a suburb here which would be more at home in Orange County than Santa Cruz, but I digress).
That's a good thing, too, because like Berchtesgaden in Germany trying to clean its sullied past as Hitler's playground, Santa Cruz also has some image problems in GNU/Linux circles thanks to SCO. This occurred to me during an on-line conversation with someone overseas that went like this:
J: Where do you live?
Me: Santa Cruz, California.
J: Santa Cruz? As in SCO?
Me: Um, yeah. But I didn't live here when SCO was around.
Why did I feel the need to defend Santa Cruz? I don't know. We have some pretty good software and hardware companies here — Borland started out here, and Seagate still makes its home in Santa Cruz County, as does Allume, which was once called Aladdin Systems and is still based in Watsonville. A plethora of independent developers — like Entrance's Tod Landis — write programs on "this side of the hill," while the Silicon Valley teems with activity on the other side of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Open Source and Free Software Reporter, my magazine, is based here, too.
SCO is now based in Utah, which begs the question why they haven't changed their name to UO, for Utah Operation (and keep those cards and letters — I've read the history and know why).
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
Red Hat, Ubuntu to Microsoft: Go to hell
According to a report from Down Under — this story from ZDNet Australia, to be exact — two of the largest GNU/Linux distros, Red Hat and Ubuntu, have told the death star in Redmond to take a hike.
According to the story, Red Hat referred back to a statement written when Microsoft revealed it was partnering with Novell, saying that its position remained unaltered. Red Hat director of corporate communications Leigh Day added: "We continue to believe that open source and the innovation it represents should not be subject to an unsubstantiated tax that lacks transparency."
"An unsubstantiated tax that lacks transparency" — you mean like protection money you'd pay to a racketeer?
Canonical's Mark Shuttleworth said Ubuntu stands to benefit from improving interoperability between Linux and Windows, but finds that the threat of patent infringement Microsoft has made "have [no] legal merit, and they are no incentive for us to work with Microsoft on any of the wonderful things we could do together." Shuttleworth also finds significant fault with Microsoft's Open XML.
"I have no confidence in Microsoft's Open XML specification to deliver a vibrant, competitive and healthy market of multiple implementations," Shuttleworth said in a blog entry. "I don't believe that the specifications are good enough, nor that Microsoft will hold itself to the specification when it does not suit the company to do so."
So to Novell, Xandros and Linspire — oh, I'm sorry, "Lindows" — , that's how you should have played it.
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
Mandriva says 'non'
Merci, Mandriva.
Francois Bancilhon writes a short missive on the Mandriva blog that the French distro won't be "going to Canossa" (excellent reference, Francois; and for those of you who slept through World History class, it refers to the village in the Italian Apennines where the Holy Roman emperor Henry IV did penance to reverse his excommunication by Pope Gregory VII back in the 11th century) over Microsoft's FUD regarding their nebulous patent claims.
Probably the most impressive part of the brief but clear statement from Paris — incredibly well written in English, I might add — is the arguably reasonable comparison of Microsoft to the Mafia. To wit:
"As far as IP is concerned, we are, to say the least, not great fans of software patents and of the current patent system, which we consider as counter productive for the industry as a whole.
"We also believe what we see, and up to now, there has been absolutely no hard evidence from any of the FUD propagators that Linux and open source applications are in breach of any patents. So we think that, as in any democracy, people are innocent unless proven guilty and we can continue working in good faith.
"So we don't believe it is necessary for us to get protection from Microsoft to do our job or to pay protection money to anyone." (emphasis added)
Again, I hate to compare and contrast (okay, so maybe I don't hate to do it, but it does take up valuable time and space . . . ), but compare Bancilhon's succinct statement to Kevin Carmony's verbose and roundabout apologia, and you can see how the GNU/Linux community should and shouldn't respond to Microsoft's threats.
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
Miscellaneous ramblings
Viva Venezuela: A big muchas gracias goes to Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez for having the VIT (Venezuela de Industria Tecnologica), and the Venezuelan Ministry of Light Industry and Commerce produce the Bolivarian computer (named after the South American anti-imperialist revolutionary Simon Bolivar, for those of you who caught up on your sleep in World History class). The Bolivarian computer runs on GNU/Linux, further thumbing the Venezuelan nose at el norte. Bear in mind that this is a nation that offered to supply freezing Northeasterners heating oil this past winter when the White House and Congress would just as soon let them shiver, and they're also offering to export the machines as well (are you listening, Michael Dell?). A detailed story on this computer and the country that brings it to you can be found at Venezuelanalysis.com.
Speaking of Dell . . . I went to put my money where my mouth is, and they wouldn't take it. Having blasted Dell — rightfully, I think — over the years, I wrote in an earlier blog posting that I'd get a Dell laptop if they offered Ubuntu. Well, they kept up their end of the bargain, and when I went to buy a laptop on-line (apparently the only place where you can get the Dell-with-Ubuntu deal), my credit was rejected. Reason: Insufficient credit history, which is true. I swore off credit cards in the late 1970s, but I thought having a clean slate would be a good thing. Apparently not, according to our friends at Dell. Being a man of my word, I've been putting together a fund to buy one, but now it will take a few months.
Heroes and wankers: Here's something out of a college professor's playbook — Read the items at the following links. Compare and contrast these two distro "executives" and explain why one is a hero who leads a growing and vibrant brand and the other is a world-class wanker who, with a stroke of a pen, sent his downwardly spiraling distro into further obscurity and probable extinction.
Mark Shuttleworth on not signing agreements with Microsoft
Kevin Carmony on selling out Linspire
Correct answer: Shuttleworth=hero, Carmony=wanker. If you answered this way, then go to the head of the class.
Minty freshness: Linux Mint has removed the proprietary software from its version 3.0 "light" version. "Cassandra Light edition was released and is available for download," announced Clement Lefevbre in a release. "The purpose of the Light edition is to bring an edition of Linux Mint which doesn't contain: proprietary software, patented technologies and support for restricted formats. In some countries where the legislation allows software patents to be enforced, the Light edition provides a way for users to legally download Linux Mint." Also, you did it for those of us who would prefer not to use proprietary software too, right Clement? Thanks, Linux Mint!
Got it! I broke down and bought a personalized license plate in California for an extra $60 a year. My car, a burgundy '94 Volkswagen Jetta, will bear "GNU LNUX" front and back once the plates arrive. Film at 11.
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)
Now call it 'Lindows'
It goes to show you why I'm not a gambling man. In my last item, I said that Mandriva would be the next distro domino to fall — or at least be a target for the Death Star in Redmond — but either they said non to any offer, or they haven't taken the bait just yet.
But scratch off another one: Linspire made its way to the dark side today by selling out FOSS in making a deal with Microsoft.
Microsoft — which once described GNU/Linux as a cancer — can't seem to help itself from partnering with distro makers and Linux software sellers, adding Linspire to the list. Ironically, Microsoft and Linspire have a, um, "history," as Microsoft's lawyers went head-to-head with Linspire in the past; apparently that's all history.
Like Xandros, Linspire is a featherweight in decline who drank the Kool-Aid for a variety of reasons outlined in a letter from the Linspire CEO on this very topic.
Talk about FUD: Linspire CEO Kevin Carmony says that Microsoft will "deliver a 'better' Linux." Ask yourself this: When was the last time that Microsoft delivered a better anything when it comes to software? Stuck for an answer? That's because it never has.
To show you how "1984" this is, I bet Kevin Carmony really believes all the nonsense he (or one of his PR hacks) wrote, as tragic as this might be. Try not to laugh too hard when reading it, too, and realize that the Apple vs. Microsoft comparison doesn't fly here.
(Larry Cafiero, editor/publisher of Open Source Reporter, is an associate member of the Free Software Foundation.)


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This is such a romantic night for this lovely couple...and it has become interesting for their little kid.... "cheesy moon"...mmm....he is considering the moon is really made up of cheese....what will he do??? ...to be continued
I love this painting! Everything about it is happy!
Cute! I love that sweet face on the moon!
The word at another illustration blog is "moon"
Paper Moon is a classic, if not underrated, American movie, It was directed by Peter Bogdonovich, fresh off the acclaim of The Last Picture Show. The film starred the hottest actor of the time, Ryan O'Neal as con-man/bible salesman Moses Pray and his then 9-year old daughter, Tatum as wayward Addie Loggins, a waif put into the charge of Moses, who may or may not be her father. The story takes place in a Depression-era midwest United States (changed from the novel's setting of the deep south). Bogdonovich was searching for a better title for the film. He didn't like the novel's title "Addie Pray". After going through music he had chosen for the soundtrack, he came across the song "Paper Moon". He asked his mentor, Orson Welles, his feelings on using that as a title. Welles replied that it was so perfect, he should not bother making the movie and just release the title. Welles also suggested that the film be shot in black and white through a red filter to give it a high-contrast, period look.
Paul Newman and his daughter, Nell Potts, were originally cast when the project was slated to be directed by John Huston. When Huston bowed out, so did Newman. Bogdonovich was signed on and the O'Neals were brought in. This was supposed to be a one-shot deal for little Tatum, as her dad wanted to keep her out of the motion picture business. Obviously Hollywood and Tatum had different plans. Tatum went on to win the 1974 Oscar for Best Supporting Actress (beating co-star Madeline Kahn) and becoming the youngest Oscar winner in a competitive category (Shirley Temple was given an honorary award at age 6). Despite her father's original wishes, Tatum went on to make a dozen more movies.
one of my all time fav movies, josh! great retro feel w/ the colors. :)
Such a sweet and happy illo!
May I join them? This is absolutely charming and beautiful!
I love the atmosphere and detail in this painting.
I knew you'd have a wonderful image for MOON...it's dreamy !!
Love the magical glow you achieved. Also like the moon's face. Very nice!
The moon has the best face ever!
Ginger this is marvelous! I just love it!!!
I always want to do the things you paint! Love this Ginger!
i love the colors and the way the sky looks! the expressions on the kids are adorable. My stepson loves the colors, too. they are his favorite colors!
illustration like this one would make any child cherish their childhood memories....i enjoyed reading books with colorful and dreamy illustrations when I was little...
Ohh..! How beautiful is this scene! I just love them travelling in the Moon :)
This is just like it's own bedtime story!
Charming and magical, so soft and vibrant at the same time.
you always show us your amazing talent! this would make a wonderful fairytale!
This is a beautiful illo! You've created something very magical and dream-like. Love it!
I agree with everyone's posts, Ginger, this is a magical, dreamy illo. I love the peaceful, sweet expression on the moon's face, the children's pajamas, their poses and look of happiness and wonder. :-)
beautiful, love the dreamlike quality!
Trippy. This is a magical illo--absolutely wonderful!
charming and delightful
Beautiful illustration,Ginger. I like the contrast between the bright colors of the children, and the cool colors of the background. Congrats on getting a rep, too.
Ohhh I just love this one. The colors and the composition work really well!
Illustration Friday: Moon
An oldie and one of my first attempts at making an ATC:
Reproduction postcard, collage, acrylic and ink
I love this...its adorable!
so sweet! love him!
He is tooo cute!
Lovely, beautiful use of texture on the character.
He's very great, a nice vintage feel.
He is so sweet, really nice job!!
very cute and adorable! i especially love the colors!
So great! Lindo!
This is absolutely wonderful. I just love it!
Love that Paris moon, simply adorable.
Adorable and I especially like how you created the wings.
Your colors on this are so beautiful and work perfectly to create that vintage feel.
I love the colours and, well, everything, you can always please me!
Blogs getting cob webs... it happens, you have more important things to do.
I always have such fun admiring your artwork made from bits of this and that - always a visual treat!! This is perfect for Moon - love it!
Great work as always. I look forward to your post each week!
i like his wings and the paris by moonlight stamp
What perfect elfin goodness!!
Precious ! A FIRST Attempt ?
I love the shape !
Absolutely delightful!
so cute as always! glad to hear you've been busy and can't wait to see your latest creations xx
What a darling, is the moon from a wine cork , it's brilliant.
btw what's an ATC?
lovely as usual!
Oh! bellissimo!
bellissimo come sempre
ciao f.
I love collecting ATCs and making them. This one is so much better than the ones on ebay! Cute!
this is really lovely. what a beautyful atc!
Half Moon Caye, Belize
Coordinates: 17 12 N 87 32 W
Area: 45 acres (18.2 ha.)
In the Northern Hemisphere, millions of beachgoers are lured to the seaside each summer by the promise of sand, sun, and revealing swimwear as far as the eye can see. (more…)
This is astonishing - your colors are smashing and the dimensional aspect is crazy amazing! Thanks for your nice comment on me illo...!
This's really nice!!! I love the 3D!!
It is really incredible...great 3d and colors!
YEEOOWWW!! her stockings!!!! what a great touch, val! i love this.
Another amazing piece. Love the whole star theme (stars are a favorite of mine, some like hearts but to me it's stars and moons).
Oh I have never seen this before. This is very nice. It's like an illusion.. I love how you incorporate your frame. I love your frames Val, I really love my framed animal house.
I really like this one, very creative
Just gorgeous!
I love your colors!
Very pretty Val, and a great take on Heaven :)


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Thanks for your support!
Thank-you to everyone who attended and supported the 2015 AELERT Conference. The conference theme was "Focus on the future: Innovative approaches to environmental regulation", and showcased the best examples of innovative solutions to real-world problems and leading practice in environmental regulation from around the region and around the world.
You can find speaker presentations and videos in the Resources section of the AELERT website. Member login is required.
Thanks to the Queensland Government Department of Environment and Heritage Protection for hosting the 2015 AELERT Conference.


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For as many cars as Canada builds for Americans, its home-grown auto industry hasn't been a player on the world stage for decades. If you want a true all-Canadian car, there's some electric two-seaters or the Campagna T-Rex and that's a-boot it. Here's the idea from Canadian racer Antoine Bessett to change that perception: the Felino cB7, a V-8 powered, carbon-fiber sports car with an unusal amount of aggression for a native of the north.
While Bessett hasn't released exact performance specs, the Felino should produce ample speed from its GM-sourced 6.2-liter V-8, tuned to 525 hp and 489 lb.-ft. of torque, linked to a six-speed gearbox. Aside from its unusal neo-hatchback shape and styling, the Felino appears designed more for track time than street duty, with unusual options like built-in race suit cooling systems.
Bessett says pre-production versions will start rolling this year, with a limited but unspecified number set for production. The company says the goal for pricing will be a starting sticker of under $100,000 — a high but not atmospheric level for buyers who want something so unique. There's a healthy pack of startup sports-car builders using the same recipe as the Felino, and even the same small-block V-8, but there's no reason the contender from Canada can't sweep a medal or two.
[ And now, for three things...you didn't want to know...about Canadian drivers ]


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TABLE of CONTENTS August 2007Cover Story
Tough Times For Locals
BY Christopher Swope
Florida lawmakers make deep cuts in the property tax and leave it to voters to OK even deeper cuts.
eHealth confidential
Can health information exchange systems keep snoops out of patients' online records?
Teaching Past the Test
Anyone who shops online knows how one purchase can quickly lead to another. It's not just the ease of clicking on an item and having...
Higher Purpose
California is home to slightly more nurses than lawyers, but that's about to change. According to state projections, there will be a glut of attorneys...
The Struggle to Streamline
Texas' first foray into a high-profile streamlining of social and health services delivery paid off impressively: In 1993, the Lone Star state won an Innovations in...
The Young and the Restless
Two years ago, the American workforce passed a major milestone. A majority of the nation's workers now come from Generation X, born between 1965 and 1977, or...
Confluence of Interest
Back in the summer of 1966, a rock group named the The Standells enjoyed their only major hit, "Dirty Water." The words were inspired by Massachusetts'...
Up Front
As Chicago's transit chief, Ron Huberman is playing some dangerous games. He may not have much choice
Nothing but a Street
For some functions of government, two Texarkanas may be one too many.
Suburban Strains
In many legislatures, suburbs have the votes to prevail--if they can find a way to work together.
Rod Reeling
Bashing the legislature is one way to get elected governor. It's a lousy way to govern.
A Regional Mess
Cooperation can end in corruption. Iowa learned that the hard way.
Infrastructure & Environment
Electric Exuberance
A commuter-train experiment in California may have big implications
Hidden Section
The Morphing Megalopolis
In the 1950s, the urban corridor from Boston to Washington looked like a radical innovation in human settlement.
Health & Human Services
Health Court Advantage
Get ready for a medical malpractice crisis. The roiling stock market could drag down earnings on investment portfolios: If it does, insurance companies that issue...
Potomac Chronicle
Privatizers' Predicament
States face a Congress increasingly hostile to outsourcing.
The Business of Government
Management & Labor
The Elusive Long-Timer
David Litchliter is an unusual creature in state government - a longtime chief information officer, whose 13 years on the job make him as rare as...
Infrastructure & Environment
Sense of a Slowdown
Local governments have been automating the process of catching speeders and red-light runners for years, but traffic scofflaws on state highways always knew they'd be pulled over by a trooper. Now, Arizona is changing that.
Infrastructure & Environment
SIC Transit Gloria: A Toll Story in Pennsylvania
As of mid-July, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority's perpetual funding crisis was over. A few weeks later, it's back.
Smart Management
An Accidental Outcome
When officials act quickly to solve a problem, they may fail to look at the long-term effects -- and those can create new complications.
Energy & Environment
The Big Spill
When trucks lose their loads, cleaning up gets creative.
Energy & Environment
Water Wellness: Taking the Measure of Lakes
Nearly 1,000 lakes across the country are having their health tested for the first time in years, as states and localities take part in a first-of-its-kind survey by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Economic Development
A Twin City Tradeoff
Minneapolis sees a triple play in the sale of its parking lots. 09
Economic Development
Job Jot: Alabama's Winner of a Car Deal
Now that Mercedes-Benz has been assembling vehicles in Alabama for 10 years, the state can crow about the wisdom of its 1993 decision to woo the company with tax breaks.
Legislators and IT
When Ken Svedjan arrived in the North Dakota House of Representatives in 1991, something was missing: computers. Legislators, whose desks serve as their offices, didn't want their scarce space cluttered.
Leadership's Challenge
When it comes to solving the problems of state and local governments and delivering services to citizens, cutting-edge technology isn't the answer.


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News Talk Radio in Saskatchewan is being honoured by our prairie peers.
The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) handed out its awards for the prairie region on the weekend in Winnipeg.
News Talk Radio won the radio award for best Breaking News Coverage and for Best Radio Newscast for a medium market.
CJME was chosen for the Best Radio Newscast for our 5 p.m. broadcast the day of the fire at the Co-op refinery in October.
It's the fourth year in a row the RTDNA judges have awarded us best newscast.
The Breaking News Coverage award was handed to CKOM for its coverage of the plane crash in Saskatoon at 51st Street and Wanuskewin Road on April 1, 2011.
Alex Docking, CJME's assistant news director and anchor, was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his 40-plus years of journalistic excellence. Below is a video that was played at a dinner honouring those award winners.
Video courtesy of CTV Regina.
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In the very brief video below from Asus (and by brief, we mean 17 seconds), we're teased by some kind of tablet that has "twice the detail, twice the fun." At this point, it's hard to say with certainty if it's referring to an existing model we know about, or something totally new. Considering that Asus has tablets ranging from every size and price point, it's extremely difficult to say where this one might land at – though, we sure that'll garner some attraction with its fabulous detail.
Some believe it to be the Transformer 2 that has been making the rounds of late, which is surprisingly alleged to offer the same specs as the existing Transformer Prime, but it would be produced at a lower cost due to its less than premium construction and design. In any event, February 27th will be here soon enough for us all to find out exactly what they have in store. With the next-generation iPad rumored to pack a pixel crunching resolution, we're wondering if Asus will come out of the gate with something heavy to make us forget about it.
source: YouTube via SlashGear


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FindRoot and Derivatives
I'm running Mathematica 4.0 on a P3, 550Mhz Zeon, and I'm having problems.
Can FindRoot handle equations with derivatives? I've got this funky equation
with a first derivative, but I cannot get a solution. Here's my code.
In[1]:= eq = g/(j*h)*y'[t]*Log[y[t]/h+1] + y[t]+a==
g*v + a*Exp[b*v*t]/(y[t]/h+1)^(b/d)
In[2]:= n=0;v=1.;a=544.644;b=.000001;h=.6465;j=3.14094;g=182.965
In[3]:= FindRoot[n++;eq,{y,0.01,1}]
and this is the error I get
Function (-182.955 + 1.38688 (0.&) is not a length 1 list of numbers at y =


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Figures show personal bankruptcies in the capital have risen from 1,457 in 2002 to 4,246 last year.
The sharp increase raises questions about the levels of consumer debt in Britain - now running at more than £1trillion.
Paul Burstow, Liberal Democrat MP for Sutton and Cheam, accuses the Government of failing to rein in loan companies that offer easy credit.
He said: 'These figures show that with personal credit rising, more people are continuing to stretch themselves beyond their breaking point.
'Ministers have buried their heads in the sand for far too long. With the level of consumer debt now over £1trillion, the Government must act to ensure that easy access to credit does not create a crisis for Londoners.'
Mr Burstow is also calling on ministers to review new laws which have shortened the term of bankruptcy from three years to one. The change was intended to help sole traders escape the stigma of bankruptcy.
But free-spending consumers are using the more lenient terms as a mechanism to wipe out their massive debts.
'The intention of the change was undoubtedly sensible, but this is a classic example of the law of unintended consequences,î said the MP.
'It is having a perverse effect on the behaviour of consumers. It is providing a shortcut exit route out of indebtedness at the expense of the general economy. We will pay for it through charges and higher interest rates.'
His fears are echoed by the Bankruptcy Advisory Service.
'There's a lot of people on debt management plans who will need their whole life to pay off their debts, so bankruptcy is more of an option for them,' said the service's Joanne Hankey.
- More about:
- Bankruptcy
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Recommended by Megan Hutchings who was a speaker at the June meeting of the BOI NZSG and also at the 12th Australasian Congress on Genealogy & Heraldry 2009. A well designed website with lots of interesting and informative articles. Good background material for those with NZ ancestry.
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April 15 CTDEVSTARTUP Meeting Monday 5:30-8PM
Connecticut .NET Developers Group (CTDOTNET.Org)
Monday, April 15, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
Event Details
April meeting of Connecticut Software Developer Startups (CTDEVSTARTUP) - April 15 (Mon) 5:30-8PM
Event to be held at Microsoft Farmington CT office.
Doors open 5:30PM.
Networking 5:30-6PM - Bring your business cards!
Main Sessions 6-8PM
Special presentation by Eric Zeiberg (iSpeak4U) - mobile app for speech disabilities. Eric is a 12-year old student who was recently honored by the Governor & Legislature of the State of Connecticut.
A). The Lean Startup Process for Mobile Apps - Bob Familiar (Microsoft)
B). Mobile Healthcare Startup - Applivate - John Fitzpatrick (CEO Applivate)
Sessions Description:
(A). The Lean Startup Process for Mobile Apps - Bob Familiar (Microsoft) will detail a lean startup approach to designing, coding and launching apps and games in the Windows 8 store as well as how to target multiple mobile platforms for the widest distribution. Bob Familiar is the Director of Technical Evangelism for Microsoft covering the Northeast including Boston and New York. He and his team work with developers and startups to design and build apps and games using both native technologies as well as cross platform tools and frameworks. He blogs at blogs.msdn.com/bobfamiliar
(B). Mobile healthcare startup - Applivate - John Fitzpatrick is co-founder and CEO of Applivate, a one-year-old startup based in New Haven. Applivate empowers people to capture, store, curate, and share data about their health using mobile technology. Their first product is ShugaTrak, a smartphone app for people with diabetes. ShugaTrak captures readings from glucose meters instantly and effortlessly and sends them to loved ones and health care professionals in text messages and emails. John's training is in neuroscience research, and he spent over a decade investigating how single brain cells process information. A former Lecturer at Yale, he has a M.S. in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in biology.
This event is sponsored by Microsoft BizSpark.
When & Where
Microsoft Farmington CT office
74 Batterson Park Road
Monday, April 15, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
Add to my calendar
Connecticut .NET Developers Group (CTDOTNET.Org)
Please visit the CTDOTNET website - http://www.ctdotnet.org/


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High Top Hair Fades
Back To The Seventies And Eighties
High top hair fades take us back to the 70s and 80s. Whether you are looking into a style that has a certain amount of connection to the past, but was seen recently enough that wearing it will still cause nods of recognition, one of the styles that you can take a look at is the high top fade.
The high top fade, which is also seen as the hi flat top is a style that has bounced in and out of popularity, and it is still possible to see young African American men, especially in the hip hop scene, sporting it. This is a very distinctive style, and it is a look that, for quite a while, was quite common. The basic concept of the high top fade is that the hair on the sides and back of the head are shaved or nearly so, and the hair on the top of the head is grown long.
This creates a very razor sharp appearance, and this, combined with its popularity during the late eighties and early nineties, won it a place as one of the signature hairstyles of the Golden Era of Hip Hop. The high top fade was a large favorite of young men between 1986 until 1993, and even saw a brief revival in 1995 and 1996.
The high top fade was first brought to the public's attention through Schooly D and Doug E. Fresh. Though these examples essentially captured the concept of the high flat top, with the short or shaved sides combined with the long hair on top, when people think of this hair style, they typically refer to the Tramp video by Salt-N-Pepa, which saw circulation around 1987.
High Top Hair Fades The Gumby Hairstyle
The style that was popularized by dancers of the Salt-N-Pepa music was a great deal less shaggy than the styles of Schooly D and Doug E. Fresh and it had a very geometric precision to the way that it was cut. Both African American males and Puerto Rican males started following the high top fad trend nearing the end of the eighties, and it this point, the hairstyle was definitely starting to take on a life of its own.
The hair that was worn was growing longer on top and even more precisely sculpted along the bottom. Some young men would even shave symbols into their hair, or give it very definite shape or meaning. The style also spawned a few interesting variations.
For instance, the "gumby" appeared, which was a high top fade that had a definite tilted shape; with one side of the hair definitely taller than the other, this was in direct imitation of the Gumby claymation cartoon character. Similarly, you could see Reagan fades, which would divide the hair up in to segments while maintaining the basic uneven quality of the sides, as found in the gumby.
Many young men wore this hair style as a sign of youth, rebellion and identification with the hip hop culture, but this is a look that is seldom seen today. Whether you want one yourself or simply curious, make sure you take a look at the high top fade that was such an important part of the hip-hop scene. Enjoy, High Top Hair Fades
Cool, before his time, Johnny Unitus in Flat High Top
High Top Hair Fades
Updated June 17, 2011
More Mens Hairstyles
Mens Very Short Haircuts
See how easy a very short haircut is to maintain and style.
Mens Butch Haircut
Styled by clipper with the hair on top of the head cut all the same length, usually about 1/4 of an inch, but can be left longer


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"Moria Goblins" refers to the orcs that resided in and had overtaken Moria.
Third AgeEdit
Moria Goblins (the Goblins that dwelt in Moria) were similar to other Orcs of the Misty Mountains. After the Balrog killed King Durin VI, Goblin bands began to raid Moria, pillaging it of its gold, jewels, and Mithril. They were lead by Azog. When Thror came to reclaim Moria with Nar, Azog killed Thror, initiating The War of Dwarves and Orcs. The Dwarves hunted down Azog until he was killed by Dain II Ironfoot in The Battle of Azanulbizar. After Azog's death, his son Bolg led an army of Orcs (possibly including ones from Moria) to The [Battle of Five Armies], where they lost terribly, and Bolg(son of Azog) was slain. Later when Sauron started gathering his forces sent many goblins and cave trolls to Moria, where they multiplied. When the Dwarves, led by Balin, returned to Moria, the Goblins attacked and killed them, though many were slain.[1] More were killed when the Fellowship passed through Moria, and still more when they pursued their quarry to Lothlórien and were killed by Elves there. In battle, these Goblins used swords, bows, and knives. One "huge Goblin-chieftain, almost man-high, clad in black mail from head to foot," carried a great spear (with which he struck Frodo) and a scimitar. [2]
During the War of the Ring forces from Moria assaulted Lothlórien, but they were driven back.
Fourth AgeEdit
During the Fourth Age, the Goblins of [Moria were driven out when Durin VII and the Dwarves reclaimed Khazad-dum.
Portrayal in AdaptationsEdit
Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the RingEdit
In Peter Jackson's movie, Moria Goblins are shown scuttling out of cracks in the ceiling like cockroaches. They later fight the Fellowship in the caves of Moria with a Cave-troll. They are eventually scared off by Durin's Bane.
Non-Canonical Moria GoblinsEdit
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- ↑ The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Book Two, Chapter IV: "A Journey in the Dark"
- ↑ The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring, Book Two, Chapter V: "The Bridge of Khazad-dûm"


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TOOL–Former and current owners of Don's Port have thrown in the towel. Jenny and Terry Scott report that they have closed the marina and Tiki Hut restaurant, located off of State Highway 274 near Tool. The only part remaining are the slips and dry storage. All the rest, fuel depot, valet service, boat repairs and short-term boat rentals have all be suspended.
All assets have been turned over to their financier, Pavillion Bank in Richardson. The bank is expected to hire someone to oversee the marina, while a buyer is sought.
The Scotts say the continuing drought has had a decisive role in the downward impact on their business operations at Don's Port.
Should anyone be interested in buying The Marina, or know of someone who may be interested, she should contact Pavillion Bank at (972) 380-0700, mailing address 1200 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson TX 75080.
"Jenny and I both appreciate the support that our friends and customers have shown over the last seven years,' Terry Scott posted on Facebook. "We'll miss you, and hope to maintain the many friendships we've established."
Don's Port Marina closes down, for sale sign going up
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Boiler pilot light working, but no heat
Thank you in advance for any advice. In the past I've had problems with no heat, but it was because the thermocouple needed to be replaced and the pilot wouldn't stay on. Today, the pilot is fine, but when I turn the thermostat on...no heat. I am a complete newbie when it comes to things like this, so any simple advice of what I can do? Dumbing it down, in this case, would be a good thing. Thank you!! Deirdre
Is the power switch turned on? Post some pics of the boiler and burner so we know what you have.
Make sure the gas valve is on "main" not just "pilot".
Yes, I just checked and it is "on". I'll try to post some pictures. Thank you.
Yes, the gas valve is on "main" and not "pilot". I can't figure out what the problem is, it seems like everything is working like it should. Thank you.
Do you hear the circulator run when the thermostat is calling for heat? If not, you may have a blown fuse, tripped breaker, or someone may have turned off the burner emergency switch at the top of the stairs.
Could also have an open roll out switch.
Beenthere...Thank you. No, I don't hear the circulator run when the thermostat is calling for heat. The burner emergency switch is "on". Can you tell me how to check for a blown fuse or tripped breaker, please? Are those something I could probably fix myself? I was able to change the thermocouple by myself, by following directions on the internet. I'm just trying to save money, if it's something I can figure out. Thanks, again.
For the breaker. Look in your electrical panel box to see if the boiler's breaker is in the on position like all the other breakers.
Look to see if there is another on off switch at the boiler that has a small extension on it. If so, there should be a fuse in it.
Beenthere...I just noticed the green indicator light on the boiler, that shows when the damper is open, is not lit. Would this have anything to do with the problem?
I'm going to check the breaker and check for a blown fuse. Thank you very much for your advice.
Could be that the damper isn't working, and it needs to be manually opened, until you replace it. Or if no other lights are on either. It can be an indication of no power to the boiler.
Beenthere....THANK YOU so much! I think it was just the circuit braker needed to be reset. The light is on and I have HEAT! Thank you so much for your time and patience. Deirdre
Your welcome.
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Oct. 16, 2013
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The University of Nevada cross country team is heading to Terre Haute, Ind. to compete in the 2013 Pre-National Invitational on the Laverne Gibson Cross Country Course. The Pack will race at 9:55 a.m. on Saturday Oct. 19th.
Nevada is sending its top seven to run against some of the strongest teams the program will have faced all season. The team will be joined by three other Mountain West schools at the meet; Boise State, Colorado State, and Utah State, but will be racing in different divisions. Nevada will be racing in the women's 6,000-meter white race against 34 teams from across the country. Boise State, Colorado State and Utah State will be competing in the 51 team women's 6,000-meter blue race, scheduled to begin at 8:40 a.m.
The Pack should have lots of confidence heading into the race after nine student-athletes set personal records last Friday at the NCAA Multi-Regional Jamboree hosted by Sacramento State. Head coach Kirk Elias has been impressed with the team's performances in recent races, "The team has almost been overachieving in races, racing on their physical strength."
Coach Elias is familiar with course in Terre Haute, and hopes to see his team build off of its performance in the team's last race. "I want to see them run conservatively and work on passing in the last two thirds of the race," coach Elias said, "The race begins with a tough uphill, followed by a long downhill stretch, and I expect the race to go out very fast. Our runners should be able to take advantage of others getting chewed up early."
Nevada is also sending a talented cast to compete in the Bronco Invitational hosted by Santa Clara University at Baylands Regional Park in Sunnyvale, Calif. The crew heading over the hill will be competing for the 8th and 9th spots on the team, and a chance to make the traveling team for the Mountain West Championships. The team's 6,000 meter race will be at 9:45 a.m.
Following the Pre-National Invitational the Pack will be gearing up for the Mountain West Championships on November 1st in Colorado Springs, Colo.


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From 'Rang Barse' to 'Holi ke din dil mil jaate hain'- Bollywood and Holi have remained inseparable from time immemorial. Not just on-screen, but off-screen as well, we have been easily able to associate the frothy tinsel town with this colourful festival. But not anymore!
Legendary Amitabh Bachchan, who has immortalized quite a few Holi songs on the 80 mm screen, used to throw bashful parties at his bungalow inviting a large gathering of many of his B-town friends & colleagues. In fact, the 2004 Holi bash thrown by Big B splashed into headlines since it was a happy patch-up occasion for Shahrukh Khan and politician Amar Singh (SRK and Mr. Singh had been nursing some bitterness). But alas, it was also the last Holi party that Mr. Bachchan threw. Subsequently, his ailing mother Teji Bachchan passed away and a dejected Big B stopped celebrating the festival. Bollywood's Holi party was dealt another blow with Subhash Ghai putting a stop to his riotous merrymaking at his Madh Island bungalow a few years back.
And now, the once-jubilant and wet Holi seems to have gone dry with the current breed of actors not showing the same degree of enthusiasm. We uncover some of the reasons:
Work culture: Busy Bollywood doesn't have time to spare a day for the traditional festival. Shabana Azmi voices her disappointment citing that her shoots (for a Vishal Bharadwaj film in Rajkot) will deprive her of this year's 'Holi hungama' at her parents' place. Farhan Akhtar, known for his passion for Holi, too, will give it a miss this time since he will be busy with Rakeysh Mehra's new film based on Milkha Singh. From SRK to Aamir to Salman, all will be running a hectic schedule. Who has got the time for Holi?
Colour issues: Actresses who love to feature in a glamorous Holi song for a big-budget film stay wary of Holi colours fearing skin disease. What an irony!
Fading interest: As Tusshar Kapoor rightly points out, people these days are losing interest in playing with water & colours. Sigh!
Some ageing people still recall fondly the festive parties hosted by Raj Kapoor decades back. Those were the times, the good old days! Jaane Kahan Gaye Wo Din


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My Center diff gave out after the act stage 3 clutch was installed for a couple of weeks. I found a replacement diff but before i install it i was wondering if it would be a good idea to weld the c-clip?


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|Patriots Look Poised For Another Super Bowl Run
|Bruins Trade For Drew Stafford
|Black and Gold Bruins Turn Yellow On Parade Day
|Inconsistency Will Continue For Bruins Unless A Change Is Made
With the draft just hours away, here's a quick preview of a few players we may hear called at the No. 7 pick tomorrow by the Patriots.
Vernon Gholston – DE/LB, Ohio State – 6'4″, 264
Why take him? The Patriots would be hard pressed not to select Gholston if he is available at No. 7. This draft is wacky as this talented DE hybrid could go as high as No. 2 or fall near the bottom of the top 10. His upside? Tremendous. His size? Freakish. Athleticism? Well, he was the only player in college football to get a sack off No. 1 pick Jake Long. Gholston had 22.5 sacks in his career at OSU, including 14 in his final season as a Buckeye. Many call him the next Shawne Merriman as he could play outside linebacker in the pros. The only question on him is that sometimes he disappears in games, but in a defense where he wouldn't be the center of attention for the opposing offense, Gholston would provide more speed off the edge and give the Patriots another hybrid player who may eventually replace Richard Seymour, who didn't look like himself in 2007.
Keith Rivers – LB, USC – 6'2″, 241
Why take him? Rivers has killer speed and athleticism for a guy his size. He has the speed and stamina to run sideline to sideline and make big hits. Many say he has good football instincts and a very good work ethic. The knock on Rivers is that he could become more effective in the trenches if he gains strength and needs to learn more about open field tackling. Rivers is an elite prospect but it may not be the right place to take him if you are the Patriots.
Sedrick Ellis – DT, USC – 6'0″, 305
Why take him? Ellis may be a little on the small side, but very quick and very powerful. Ellis can get off the blocks quick and shed defenders at will. He also has good instincts and seems like he can play forever without tiring. The question with him is the fact that he's a little undersized and it's tough to see how he fits into the Patriots scheme. Vince Wilfork is one of the most valuable players on the team and Ellis probably doesn't have the physical set to play DE.
Leodis McKelvin – CB, Troy St – 5'10", 190
Why take him? The Patriots are thin and getting older at the cornerback position and could use a playmaker who can play from day one. McKelvin is widely recognized as the top corner in this draft and would give the Patriots another weapon to add the arsenal which lost Asante Samuel and Randall Gay. McKelvin possesses good size, speed and he's a very good tackler. He has good return skills and is a play maker. However, he's not so much of a ball hawk as he only pulled in four interceptions in his career for Troy and did it against mediocre competition at times. He is a good prospect but it seems unlikely the Pats will shell out $15 some-odd million bucks for an unproven guy.
What's going to happen? The 2008 draft is so unpredictable that it's tough to find two mock drafts with the same Top 10. As for the Patriots, it seems as though everything depends on BC quarterback Matt Ryan and Arkansas halfback Darren McFadden. If either of those two players are available at 7, look for the Patriots to trade out of the pick. There are many teams who would be interested in moving up a few spots to select one of the two and the Patriots would like to trade down to pick up additional selections.
The more I study the Patriots needs and the sacrifice they would have to make financially, I think if Gholston is available, they make the pick, but otherwise they should and will trade down. Most of the players I mentioned above are great prospects, but most could be hit or miss, which is a big risk to take considering the amount of guaranteed money they'll have to shell out. They will most likely trade down to the low teens and select Keith Rivers. That's my story and I'm stickin' to it!
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A prescription drug wholesale distributor – broker only is a prescription drugs wholesale distributor that may engage in the wholesale distribution of prescription drugs in this state without taking physical possession of prescription drugs.
Certified Designated Representative (CDR): All applicants and permittees must designate in writing at least one natural person to serve as the designated representative. Such person must have an active certification from the Department. A permittee may not operate for more than 10 business days without employing a CDR, and must notify the Department within 10 days of a CDR's separation. Certification and operating requirements for CDR's:
- Submit a CDR application and pay the appropriate fees.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have not less than two years of verifiable full-time work experience in a pharmacy licensed in this state or another state, where the person's responsibilities included, but were not limited to, recordkeeping for prescription drugs, or have not less than two years of verifiable full-time managerial experience with a prescription drug wholesale distributor licensed in this state or in another state.
- Receive a passing score of at least 75 percent on an examination given by the department regarding federal laws governing distribution of prescription drugs and this part and the rules adopted by the department governing the wholesale distribution of prescription drugs.
- Employed in a managerial position by the wholesale distributor, and actively involved in and aware of actual daily operations.
- Physically present at the establishment during normal business hours, except for time periods when absent due to illness, family illness or death, scheduled vacation, or other authorized absence.
- May serve as a designated representative for only one wholesale distributor at any one time.
Surety Bond: All applicants and permittees must post a $100,000 surety bond, or provide other equivalent means of security acceptable to the Department, such as an irrevocable letter of credit or an assignment of certificate of deposit in a trust account or financial institution, payable to the Florida Drugs, Devices and Cosmetics Trust Fund. If posting the bond, refer to "Surety Bond Form," effective June 2005.
Personal Information Statements: Certain individuals associated with applicants and permittees must provide a personal information statement, including a set of fingerprints for a criminal background check, to the Department as part of the application process. "Personal Information Statement" effective January 2004. The Department must collect personal information statements from (i) the CDR or CDR candidate; (ii) the manager of the establishment, and the next four highest ranking employees responsible for prescription drug wholesale operations at the establishment, and (iii) all "affiliated parties" of the establishment.
- "Affiliated Parties" includes: (i) directors, officers, trustees, partners or committee member of a permittee or applicant or a subsidiary or service corporation of the permittee or applicant; (ii) any person who, directly or indirectly, manages, controls or oversees the operation of a permittee or applicant, regardless of whether such person is a partner, shareholder, manager, member, officer, director, independent contractor or employee of the permittee or applicant; and (iii) up to five natural individual owners, to the extent that any owns at least five percent of the permittee or applicant.
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In fact, the first four pitchers to appear in the contest are playing at a lower level than their abilities indicate. Three are rehabbers with the fourth a top draft pick for whose workload has been managed carefully. They all pitched one inning Tuesday.
The 19th overall selection in the 2012 draft, Michael Wacha, started. He gave the ball to Boone Whiting, who yielded the rubber to Seth Blair. The fourth inning was thrown by Ryan Copeland.
Right-hander Whiting, 22, was making his official 2012 debut. It was a good one as he tossed a 1-2-3 second inning. The Cards' 18th-rounder in 2010 has been on the disabled list of A-Advanced Palm Beach after starring with Quad Cities' 2011 championship club. Whiting, our 28th-ranked Cardinals prospect coming into the season, had been sidelined since spring camp by a forearm flexor strain.
Wednesday marked Copeland's second outing in his return from surgery to relieve Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. The left-hander's outing was rougher, as the Astros tagged him with the loss. They scored three runs on four hits, including a home run. Like the other two Cardinals rehabbers, the 24-year-old has been on Palm Beach's DL the entire season to-date. You can read more about Copeland's journey here.
There is also news about Wacha. The former Texas A&M star will soon be promoted from the Gulf Coast League to a more appropriate level, the A-Advanced Florida State League.
However, the organization remains concerned about Wacha's heavy college workload this spring. Therefore, they will use him as a reliever for the remainder of this season before he returns to starting in 2013. His Palm Beach relief appearances will be scheduled each fifth day.
The 21-year-old threw a 1-2-3 inning on Wednesday. Overall in the GCL, Wacha has logged five one-run innings over three games, fanning seven and walking none.
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