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Birds That Deactivate Poison: Macaws
When a person is infected with poison, his only recourse is to take a drug to counter the effects of the poison or to remove the poison from his body through medical intervention. Otherwise, a person who lacks specialized knowledge about poisons will be unable to cure himself through using a plant or some other kind of counteractive substance.
Yet, some creatures innately have this knowledge that most people must learn through education. Certain animals, which do not possess minds to be educated, any intelligence and, in short, any consciousness at all, can cure themselves very easily. The striking feature about the methods animals use to cure themselves is that they know what to do very well and have determined what is good for each particular illness. Is it really the animals themselves who have determined these things? How have animals come to possess such knowledge? Evolutionists claim that most animal behavior such as this is instinctive. However, they cannot explain the origin of these behaviors or how they originally came to exist.
First of all, it is not possible for creatures to learn these behaviors over time. An animal that is poisoned, for example, will die right away. In this case, it is not possible for it to imagine how it might remove the factor that caused it to be poisoned. Besides, we should by no means forget that animals lack the consciousness capable of thinking up such a solution.
Let us see, by giving an example, how animals display conscious behavior while curing themselves. Macaws, which are a kind of parrot, are found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. One of the most striking feature of these creatures, besides their truly dazzling colors, is that they feed on poisonous seeds. These birds, who can break even very tough shells with their hooked beaks, are experts on the subject of poisonous seeds. This is a somewhat surprising situation because, when the bird eats a poisonous seed, normally it should suffer harm. Yet, amazingly, this does not happen. Immediately after the bird eats the poisonous seeds, it flies directly towards a rocky place and begins to gnaw and swallow the clayey rock pieces there. The reason for this behavior is that the clayey rock pieces absorb the toxins in the seeds, and so neutralize the effects of the poison. In this way, the birds can digest the seeds without experiencing any harm.28
It is certainly impossible for macaws to know on their own how to neutralize or counteract the poison found in the seeds they eat. It is evident that such conscious behaviors in creatures do not originate from themselves, and that their origin cannot be sought in some other force or factor that exists in nature either. An invisible power controls the behavior of all creatures and, in other words, inspires them with what to do. This matchless power belongs to Allah. Allah, Who is the owner of a superior knowledge, is the Preserver of all things.
Intelligent Tactics of Bee-Eaters
Although it seems impossible, some birds can even dig through stones. The only instrument they use while breaking into hard stones is their beaks. The bee-eater is one these birds.
The bee-eater makes its nest on the surface of sandstone cliffs or by constantly hitting its beak on rough mud and making holes along the riverside. It continues to excavate until the hole becomes a narrow tunnel stretching 90-100 cm (3 feet) long. The short, strong claws of the bee-eater also help this digging work to open the sides of the nest. It pours out the deposited soil particles with the help of its claws. Several species of these bee-eaters live in colonies made up of 1,000 or more birds. Scientists are at a loss for an explanation as to how each bird locates its own nest among these mass, teeming colonies.29
Another interesting characteristic of bee-eaters is their specialization in bug hunting. These birds feed on bees. This is somewhat surprising because it could be fatal for other birds to eat bees. However, the bee-eaters are not affected at all by the bees' venom. These birds first rub the hunted bee's abdomen against a branch of a tree and wear it away. Thus, its venom is discharged harmlessly into the air.30
The other body features of bee-eaters are also suitable for making catching the insects easy. For example, it has a beak 4.5 cm (1.8 inches) long. This length is important since, if this bird's beak were shorter, the insects could harm it while it tried to hunt. In addition, the sharp tip of its beak enables it to catch its prey from the part between the chest and stomach. In this way it can empty the bee's venom more easily
Certainly, a bird's knowledge of how to deactivate the poison of an insect is not a behavior that he can learn and perform on its own. No one can claim that the bird might have discovered such a solution and risking fatal danger in the process by the trial-and-error method. A bird's employment of such rational tactics shows that it was born onto this Earth with this piece of knowledge innately acquired. Moreover, the fact that all the bird's bodily features have a structure ideally suited for the hunting process is an evident indicator that this creature was created in a way that enables it to hunt bees. Bee-eaters, like all other living things on Earth, have been created along with their existing features by Allah.
Behold! in the creation of the heavens and the earth; in the alternation of the night and the day; in the sailing of the ships through the ocean for the profit of mankind; in the rain which Allah Sends down from the skies, and the life which He gives therewith to an earth that is dead; in the beasts of all kinds that He scatters through the earth; in the change of the winds, and the clouds which they Trail like their slaves between the sky and the earth;- (Here) indeed are Signs for a people that are wise. (Surah Al-Baqara, 164)
A Perfect Hunting Bird: The Eagle
When we examine birds, we see that all the features of their bodies have been designed especially for flying. For example, the body structure of eagles, which are known as one of the birds with the best capabilities for movement, is perfect in every way. The eagle needs to be both light enough to be able to take off from anywhere easily and strong enough to carry its prey after catching it. A bald eagle has more than 7,000 feathers. However, when you put all these feathers together, they weigh only approximately 500 gr. (18 ounces). In addition, in order to provide a lighter body weight, the insides of the bones are hollow. In many parts of these bones there is nothing but air. The total weight of a bald eagle tips just over 272 gr. (9.5 ounces). In short, the body weight of the eagle is ideal for flying.
An eagle derives the force it needs for flying from the downward flapping movements of its wings. For this reason, the number of its muscles that push the wings downwards is greater than the number of the muscles that push them upwards. Flight muscles are very important for an eagle.
These muscles generally weigh half of the bird's total body weight. The eagle can fly faster or slower by changing the position of its wings. When the eagle wants to fly faster, it turns the front sides of the wings inwards towards the wind and thus slices through the air. When it wants to go slower, it turns the wide sides of its wings against the wind.
All the eagles have an extra eyelid called a "nictitating membrane." The function of this special lid is to clean and protect the eyes of the birds. For example, eagles usually pull the membranes over their eyes when feeding their chicks. It is a precaution to protect the eyes of the parents from any harm that these chicks might accidentally inflict as they lunge for food. 31
The design of the eagle concerns not only a flawless flight technique, but also a special design in its feathers for landing. As the eagle starts to go down, it decreases its speed by pulling its tail down at an angle to its body. It lowers the edges of its wings so as to use them as brakes. But, as the eagle loses speed, turbulence formed on the upper surface of the wings increases its danger of stalling. The eagle counters this danger by raising the tufts of three or four feathers that are found on the edge of its wings. These let in a stream of air across the wing surface, which maintains a smooth flow, and enable the bird to easily complete its flight.32
There is an evident fact in the examples given so far. Even a mere couple of details in the design of an eagle's body are so perfect that they couldn't have come into existence by chance. This clearly proves to us that eagles also, like all other birds and creatures, have been created by Allah, the All-Powerful.
Weaving Experts in Nature
Is it possible to say that a creature which builds strong nests made up of interlocked plaits on twigs using very systematic movements, cutting long, thin strips out of fresh, green leaves, has "learned to do this through chance"? Certainly, the claim of "learning by chance" would be a somewhat insufficient explanation for such skills. As you will see in the example we are about to give, many features present in animals openly expose how irrational and unreasonable are the claims of the evolutionists.
The weaver bird first collects the material it will use. The bird either cuts long, thin strips out of fresh, green leaves or it makes use of the middle vein of the leaves. Surely, it has a reason for using these fresh leaves. It would be difficult for the bird to handle material from dry leaves and to use them in weaving, whereas such processes are carried out very easily with fresh leaf fibers. The bird begins the work by first of all wrapping the end of a long strip, torn from a leaf, around a twig. Holding one end of the strip against the twig with one foot, it works the other end with its beak.
In order to prevent the fibers from falling down, it attaches them together by tying a knot. First, the bird makes a loop. This is the entrance to its nest. Then, using its beak like a shuttle, it passes the leaf fibers over and under the other fibers in an orderly way. The bird must calculate how taut it should pull each strip during the process of weaving because, if the weaving is loose, the nest will collapse away. In addition, it must envisage the final shape of the nest so it can decide when the walls of the nest should be curved or be given an outward-projecting shape.
After weaving the entrance, the bird begins to weave the walls of the nest. To do this, it hangs downwards and continues to work from inside the nest. With its beak, it pushes one fiber under another and then holds the free end of fiber and pulls it tightly. Thus, very orderly weaving is formed.33
As noted above, the weaverbird always works by following certain steps while building its nest. First, it collects the most appropriate material for the nest. It does not begin to weave its nest from a randomly chosen point but first makes an entrance and continues to build the walls from there. It is certainly impossible to claim that the weaverbirds have acquired these skills by unconscious coincidences. The fact that the weaverbirds also, like all other creatures, act through the inspiration of Allah is an evident fact that every man of reason and consciousness can easily see.


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(NEWSER) – English teacher Jessica Barrish apparently doesn't follow international news: Just 6 months ago, a French teacher came under fire for asking her class of 13- and 14-year-olds to pen a suicide note; it didn't end well. Barrish apparently did the very same thing in May, asking students of the same age at NYC's tony York Prep (tuition: north of $40,000 a year) to write a suicide letter from the point of view of a character who takes her own life in theSecret Life of Bees, reports the New York Post. Read the assignment: "How would you justify ending your life? What reasons would you give?"

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Grube pitches gem, keeps Bees alive
Angels farmhand fans 11 to tie season high in two-hit shutout
By Jonathan Raymond / MiLB.com | September 13, 2013 8:06 PM ET
After coming out on the wrong end of one-run decisions in each of the first two games of the Pacific Coast League Championship Series, Salt Lake avoided the sweep in emphatic fashion Friday night.
Jarrett Grube pitched a two-hitter and tied a season high with 11 strikeouts as the Bees stayed alive with a 9-0 romp over Omaha in Game 3 of the best-of-5 series.
"I definitely didn't expect that when I woke up this morning. I just wanted to win the game," Grube said. "I know there's a lot of pressure, every game is a must-win now, and I just wanted to have a good performance. But obviously, I didn't really expect that. I was just trying to make pitches and get outs.
"I had a good sinker going to the lefties and I was mixing that well with the split-finger. The slider, all my different pitchers we just mixed really well. The catcher [Luke Carlin] and the pitching coach [Erik Bennett] had a good game plan and we just stuck with it. Props to them, too."
The 31-year-old went 7-5 in 22 appearances for Salt Lake after an early-season promotion from Double-A Arkansas. He recorded a 4.47 ERA and struck out 104 batters while walking 48 over 108 2/3 innings.
In addition to Grube's dominant performance, the Bees broke out of a slump in which they totaled three runs in the first two games of the series in Omaha.
Efren Navarro led the charge, going 3-for-4 with four RBIs and a walk, bringing his postseason average up to .591. Roberto Lopez also collected three hits, including a two-run homer.
It was the most lopsided playoff shutout loss in Storm Chasers' history, surpassing an 8-0 setback to Indianapolis in 1992.
"[The offense] was huge. Everybody kind of went back to what we were doing all year, and we played great defense, too," Grube said. "They made some great plays for me. It was a total effort tonight, an awesome game. I think it was just our offense getting back to what they've done all year. I wasn't stressing about it, but it's awesome to see them put those numbers on the board."
Matt Long and Drew Heid also had three-hit nights as Salt Lake totaled 17. Long scored twice, while Heid drove in one run and scored a pair.
With their backs still against the wall, Grube said the Bees were optimistic since the rest of the series will be played in Salt Lake.
"All we're thinking about is winning tomorrow. This one is obviously over with, so we get to go out tomorrow and concentrate on that," he added. "That's all you can do. And we just play hard, play aggressive, so that's what we're gonna do tomorrow."
Game 4 is Saturday, with Matt Shoemaker (11-13) pitching for the Bees against Chris Dwyer (10-11).
Jonathan Raymond is a contributor to MiLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.View More


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Intelligent Asana Workshop with Barbu Panaitescu
Brooklyn Yoga School
Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
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a workshop with Barbu Panaitescu
Learn to avoid injury during your asana practice with the breath,
bandhas and mindfulness in this specialized workshop
led by senior BYS teacher, Barbu Panaitescu.
Saturday, Feb 23rd, 2013 | 6 - 8:30p | Open to All Levels
Do you find yourself hurting your back or neck during yoga practice? Learn some practical tools to create a healthy framework with yourself for a long-lasting and healthy asana practice. We'll explore intelligent backbends and forward bends, and how to use the breath, bandhas and mindfulness to take the load off the naturally weaker (and often more flexible) parts of the body. By learning to interperet your body's signals with more accuracy you can explore your edges and limitations without hurting yourself. Open to All Level of practitioner.
What time shall I arrive for the workshop?
Doors open at 5:30p (thirty minutes before the start of the workshop). You are welcome to arrive early to get setup and settled in.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
The closest subway stops are the Bergen street stop on the 2/3 line, and the 7th Ave stop on the Q/B. There is street parking available in the immediate area.
What supplies/props are available for this workshop?
Mats and towels are available to rent at BYS. There are also straps and block available for prop use. You are welcome to bring your own mat and/or props if you prefer using your own.
Is there food or drinks for sale at the event?
No, BYS does no sell any food or drink items. You are welcome to bring water, or other beverages with you to the event.
What is the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you to the event. If you are not able to print your ticket, we will have a list of ticket holders at the door.
The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
Yes, as long as you have the name of the person who purchased your ticket.
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82 6th Avenue
New York,
Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)
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Brevard, N.C. – The Brevard College women's cross country team wrapped up their 2007 season on Friday afternoon, as they competed against Southern Wesleyan University in the Brevard College Invitational on the campus of Brevard College.
The Tornados were defeated by the Lady Warriors of Southern Wesleyan, as the visiting team edged out the Tornados with a score of 21-37.
Junior Alycia Andrade paced the Tornados as she finished in second-place overall with a time of 21:29.
Fellow teammates Hannah Beck and Meghan Grimes took sixth and seventh-place, respectively, as Beck crossed the line at 25:02, just ahead of Grimes who finished with a time of 25:59.
Junior Kristen Zerressen had a strong performance on Friday, as she turned in a time of 29:59, good enough for 10th-place overall.
Rounding out the scoring for the Tornados was senior Lindsay Sherrill, who finished with a time of 31:05.
The Lady Warriors Tia Snyder took first-place in the event, finishing just ahead of Andrade with a time of 21:26.
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Youfit Health Clubs is now a partner in the "SilverSneakers" program – and Phoenix-area seniors stand to benefit greatly.
SilverSneakers is a program that encourages seniors to take control of their health, with an emphasis on physical activity. It provides a free fitness-club membership for seniors at any participating club across the country. And many health plans are now offering it as a benefit.
As a result of Youfit Health Clubs' participation, seniors with healthcare plans such as Humana, AARP, AvMed, and Universal Health Care will now enjoy free membership in any of Youfit's six clubs in the Valley…as well as the additional new clubs opening soon. They'll be able to work on their strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. And they'll have access to a specially trained Program Advisor, to introduce them to SilverSneakers and to help them get started.
"We're really excited about our involvement in the SilverSneakers program" says Rick Berks, founder and President of Youfit Health Clubs."It's a win-win situation. For seniors, it's a great chance to get in shape, and enhance their overall health. And for us, it's a chance to give something back to the great Arizona communities that have really supported our clubs."
Berks founded Youfit Health Clubs in 2008. He now has 41 of the "Greenest" health clubs in America – and big plans for the Valley.
"Today's seniors want to exercise," Rick Berks says. "But money is often a consideration to people on fixed incomes. And older people are sometimes uncomfortable walking into a health club. But, with SilverSneakers, there's no fee. And no one will ever have to be uncomfortable walking into a health club anymore…because there'll be plenty of other seniors there, too."


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Dramatic raw video, taken just after a massive tornado ripped through Briarwood Elementary School in Moore, Okla., on Monday, shows panicked parents reuniting with their shell-shocked children.
The harrowing scene was repeated throughout the Oklahoma City suburb, where dozens of people were killed and many others feared dead. Seven children died at Plaza Towers Elementary and as many as two dozen were thought to be buried beneath the rubble.
At Briarwood, school officials told CNN late Monday that all of its students were accounted for. The video shows a woman hugging a child and thanking a female school staffer who comforted him during the chaos. "He was so brave, he was so brave" the staffer said. Another tried to gather fifth graders for a headcount.


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The Iakan alphabet (iake talwu) is the creation of Isac Henningsson, with help from friends. It is used to write the fictional language Iaka (iake kimai). Both the alphabet and the language was born late 2005 and it has no real use yet exept for writing secret messages and to converse.
Nin nemiwu si seiwik pwkakima ateweng palowu.
Pwkakima tatnu fa otin fa iom ni tanaweng wainok.
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They
are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another
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The time has come to travel to Baltimore from Atlanta to give my 15 year old son his first Ravens home game experience. He has seen the Ravens a few times through the years and I promised him his first Raven home game at the end of last year.
If anyone has tickets to sell, please let me know. I realize trying to buy them at face value may be tough, but I am hoping to make it happen. My brother lives in Catonsville and would like to go as well, so I am searching for 4 tickets but will take 2 to assure my son and I make it to the game.
Please let me know, and I appreciate the help!
GaRaven (formerly known as Norcross)
Last edited by GaRaven; 10-12-2011 at 08:07 AM.


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The 2016 Mazda CX-5 competes with the likes of the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. Even in this crowd, it's one of the sportiest-driving models, with surprisingly good fuel economy ratings considering that. The Mazda CX-5 also stands out for offering a great ride quality and a flexible, spacious interior. The Mazda CX-5's infotainment system, with Bose sound, is one of the most feature-packed in its competitive set, too, with things like well-integrated Pandora internet radio.
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The Mazda CX-5 gests a mild refresh for 2016 that includes exterior styling tweaks, as well as further refinement to the interior. A new grill and new taillights are the most obvious change to the outside of the vehicle, while the most obvious change to the interior is a brand new sound system. The Mazda CX-5 is more comfortable than in years past, with new front seats and revised suspension, allowing for a smoother ride.
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For 2016, Mazda CX-5 gets updated styling and a redesigned interior stuffed with the latest features. The 2016 CX-5 benefits further from a revised suspension along with more sound-deadening measures, all intended to deliver greater ride comfort and a quieter cabin than did the 2015 model. CX-5 was launched as a 2013 model.
Mazda CX-5 is a five-passenger compact crossover utility vehicle in the same class as the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Kia Sportage, and Subaru Forester. The CX-5 offers a choice of all-wheel drive or front-wheel-drive.
CX-5 distinguishes itself from the other compact utility vehicles, or CUVs, with its sleek styling, excellent fuel economy and agile handling. It looks great and it's more fun to drive than the CR-V or RAV4.
We found the CX-5 Sport with the 2.0-liter engine delivered respectable performance, though some competitors offered more power. The 2016 Mazda CX-5 Sport rates an EPA-estimated 26/35 miles per gallon City/Highway with manual gearbox and front-wheel drive.
The more powerful 2.5-liter engine makes the CX-5 Touring and Grand Touring models the better performers. With this engine, CX-5 scores an EPA-rated 26/33 mpg with the automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, 24/30 mpg with all-wheel drive.
The 2016 CX-5 Sport ($21,795) is front-wheel drive and comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and manual gearbox. CX-5 Sport comes with cloth upholstery, manual air conditioning, four-speaker audio.
2016 CX-5 Touring and Grand Touring models come with a newer 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic. Touring ($25,215) upgrades the cloth upholstery and technology. Grand Touring ($28,220) and Grand Touring AWD ($29,470) upgrade with leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, and Bose Surround Sound with nine speakers.
Mazda CX-5 is larger than it looks. Overall length, width, and height are nearly an inch larger than those of the Honda CR-V. However, at 106.3 inches, the CX-5 wheelbase is 3.2 inches longer than that of the CR-V; a longer wheelbase generally equates to improved ride quality and high-speed stability.
For 2016, the grille has been reshaped, the headlights have been slimmed down and connected to the grille with bars of brightwork, and LED lighting is available front and rear.
The styling uses Mazda's KODO design language intended to reflect the grace and power of animals. We think the sculptured lines and pronounced wheel arches do lend a sense of motion and muscularity, especially noticeable in morning and evening light. The body tapers outward toward the bottom, lending a look of stability. CX-5's coefficient of drag is a slippery 0.33.
Mazda CX-5 seats five adults. The front bucket seats are sportier and more supportive than most in this class. The chunky steering wheel feels good; it's perfectly centered and tilts and telescopes. Forward sightlines are better than most and big mirrors offer a good view rearward.
For 2016, the handbrake has been replaced by a smaller electronic brake switch, allowing more space for the center console. Mazda's latest infotainment setup, Mazda Connect, is included.
It's a simple, straightforward cabin. Interior materials are high quality, with extensive use of soft-touch vinyl and very little hard plastic. Instruments and controls are nicely laid out, well marked, easy to read and use. Cubby storage is decent. Reflections from the center stack are a bit of an issue on sunny days.
Getting in and out of the back seats is easy and it's comfortable for two. The center rear position isn't someplace we'd care to occupy for more than an hour.
The rear seats fold nearly flat, but not completely. Cargo capacity is 34 cubic feet behind the rear seats, which expands to 65 cubic feet with the rear seatbacks all folded forward.
Agile handling makes the Mazda CX-5 fun to drive.
The 2.0-liter engine in the CX-5 Sport provides better acceleration performance than you might expect. The 2.0-liter engine works particularly well for driving briskly along winding roads or cruising on the freeway.
The 2.5-liter engine in CX-5 Touring and Grand Touring models offers stronger performance. Acceleration is frisky from a standstill or for passing maneuvers. Hitting the gas while cruising at 40 mph yields an alert, rapid boost in velocity.
The 6-speed automatic transmission reacts promptly to the driver's wishes and it's smooth, delivering almost imperceptible upshifts and downshifts as load conditions demand. A semi-manual feature allows the driver to change gears but we found it worked best to put it in D and let it do its thing.
CX-5 Sport's manual gearbox is a pleasure to operate with crisp shift gates and positive engagements, arguably the best in this class.
The electric power rack-and-pinion steering system is the best in the class, quick and accurate, precise, intuitive. Few corrections are needed while driving down a bumpy road and we found the CX-5 feels more stable at high speeds than a Honda CR-V does.
Suspension tuning tends toward sporty. Ride quality is firm but compliant, European in character. There is some head toss on bumpy roads, however. The CX-5 felt firmly planted and secure when driving down wet, bumpy, curvy back roads at speed. We didn't sense a big difference between the 17- and 19-inch tires.
We appreciated the grip and sure-footedness of the all-wheel drive while driving through the rain down a winding valley road and while speeding around a wet Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca circuit. If you live in a particularly dry climate, however, you could save a little on the purchase price, get slightly better fuel economy and slightly more lively handling feel with front-wheel drive.
Mazda CX-5 is easy to drive, efficient, comfortable and versatile. Handling agility and accurate steering make it entertaining for the driver. All-wheel drive gives it sure-footed traction, but a front-wheel-drive CX-5 Sport with manual gearbox.
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Steve Aoki announces 'Neon Future' details & Madison Square Garden show
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Steve Aoki is gearing up to release his debut album, and has shared some concrete details about the highly anticipated record. Neon Future will be released in two parts. Neon Future I will be released on August 12th, while Neon Future II will drop sometime in early 2015 on Dim Mak/Ultra Music.
That's not all Steve has to say. He is celebrating his monumental release (and raging the night away) with a show - a very BIG show - at none other than the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City on August 16th, just days after the first part of his album comes out. The show is promised to be "the pinnacle of all Steve Aoki shows" and boasts otustanding productions, a number of special guests, and what is a Steve Aoki show without cake and the S.S. Aoki? Tickets for the MSG show will go on sale May 9th at 12 p.m. ET on Steve Aoki's official website.
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If you're wondering what to expect from the album, Neon Future Part I will reveal collaborations with some very big artists including Fall Out Boy, Empire of the Sun, will.i.am, Flux Pavillion, Bonnie McKee, Machine Gun Kelly, and of course, Waka Flocka Flame. Steve recently unveiled his collab with the rapper, "Rage The Night Away," and it is the album's first single.
In a press release, Steve says of his upcoming album, "When I think of the dance world, I think of how it's a colorful world. That, along with my fascination with futurism defined the concept of my new album, Neon Future." He continues, "I see the future in a more of a utopian sense, built through technology, music and color. These concepts became the driving force for the creation of my first double album."


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From the barre to the streets
Jason Ayer's Palmetto Pointe Project puts dancers amid Columbia's landmarks
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USC's Jason Ayer has been photographing dancers since his high school years. But lately, Ayer, a media resource specialist in distance education at the university, has been bringing dance to the streets.
In 2010, Ayer began the Palmetto Pointe Project, a freelance project which focuses its lens on Columbia and USC dancers, capturing their creative outlet against the backdrop of Columbia.
Ayer's project resembles New York City's "Ballerina Project," documenting traditional dance in nontraditional locales such as subways, windows and street corners. However, Ayer says his project is not intended to mimic New York's project that illustrates urban cityscapes with dancers as part of the backdrop.
Ayer focuses on showcasing the dancers as individuals amid a setting that draws out their personality or contrasts it. He doesn't want to downplay the role of the dancers, many of whom perform with the USC Dance Company or the USC Dance Conservatory.
"I may be the eye of this particular storm, but they are the wind and rain and thunder and lightning, and without them this project is not much of anything," he says.
"I love that the Palmetto Pointe Project takes the art of dance outside the studio, away from the barres and mirrors and the stage, and extends that to familiar surroundings in the Columbia area. The spaces I've been photographed in are all beautiful places -- sometimes nooks and crannies, sometimes recognizable Columbia landmarks -- and the approach is to think about how I can utilize that space and enhance it, not detract from its natural beauty." – Kathryn Miles, USC political science student
"The Palmetto Pointe Project has transformed the way I look at Columbia. I find myself paying more attention to the architecture of the city and in nature. Most of the places I have been photographed are places I often overlooked or didn't know about at all, so now I have a much broader idea of what Columbia is. In each shoot I found something interesting and unique about that location and tried to use my positioning to accentuate that. I think one of the most beautiful things about this project is the ability to simultaneously uproot ballet from the studio and draw attention to this great city that we live in." -- Katie Callahan, USC dance student
Rebecca Krumel, '11, works part-time for the USC Dance Program. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in dance and English, she stayed on with the dance program to help with accreditation, coordinating the SC Festival of Dance and working for the SC Summer Dance Conservatory.
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LaMarcus Aldridge Finishes 10th In NBA MVP Voting
Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge finished 10th in the 2014 NBA MVP voting.
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant won the award for the first time in his career.
Aldridge received two third-place votes, two fourth-place votes and 10 fifth place votes. He finished behind, in order: Durant, Heat forward LeBron James, Clippers forward Blake Griffin, Bulls center Joakim Noah, Rockets guard James Harden, Warriors guard Stephen Curry, Clippers guard Chris Paul, Bobcats center Al Jefferson and Pacers forward Paul George.
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Roy Dean BJJ Purple belt requirements: excellent dvd that shows how to link moves together. As he puts it - time to go from learning words to making sentences. Full details on amazon.com if you want to read more. £20 p&p included
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Beyonce cancels show, pregnancy rumors swirl
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Beyonce is canceling her Tuesday concert in Belgium because of dehydration and exhaustion.
The singer's publicist told the Associated Press that Beyonce has been advised by her doctors to rest. She was scheduled to perform at the Sportpaleis in Antwerp. The show will be rescheduled and tickets can be used at that show.
Her next tour date is Wednesday at the same arena. The statement says "she is awaiting word from her doctors before making a decision."
Beyonce, 31, launched her "Mrs. Carter World Tour" last month in Belgrade, Serbia. It wraps Aug. 5 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Of course, her cancellation only spurs rumors that Bey is expecting. After pictures surfaced showing a slight bump, the Bey Hive is buzzing that Bey is pregnant with her second child. Plus, there was that Met Gala gown that seemed to hide Beyonce's lower stomach.
In a recent interview, Beyonce confessed, "I would like more children," she said. "I think my daughter needs some company. I definitely love being big sister … ."
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These characters are so wild and aberrant they are close to appearing lunatics.
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Quick GuideThe Benefits of Omega 3 Foods on Heart Health
What are the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids?
Scientific evidence is mounting that fish oil (predominantly omega-3 fatty acids) can reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death. Some scientists also believe that omega-3 fatty acids can improve one's blood lipid (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels and decrease the risk of coronary heart disease.
What is the scientific evidence behind omega-3 fatty acids?
Animal studies
In studies involving animals (dogs, rats, and marmosets), omega-3 fatty acids were found to prevent ventricular fibrillation (see MedicineNet article on heart attack) when given to animals just prior to experimentally induced heart attacks. Omega-3 fatty acids were also found to terminate ventricular fibrillation in animals undergoing experimentally induced heart attacks. Therefore, scientists suspect that omega-3 fatty acids may prevent ventricular fibrillation of the heart in the event of a heart attack in humans. Since ventricular fibrillation is the most important cause of sudden death among heart attack victims, omega-3-fatty acids is believed to prevent sudden death.
Evidence from observational studies: Two large, long-term observational studies have been published on the relationship between dietary intake of fish oil and omega-3 fatty acids and risk of heart disease and sudden cardiac death; The Nurses' Health Study and the Physician's Health Study.
The Physician's Health Study began in 1982 when more than 20,000 healthy male physicians were followed for 11 years. Lifestyle, coronary risk factors, and diet data were collected at entry, and life style and diet data were collected via questionnaires at 12 months and 18 months. The results of the study were published in JAMA 1998, vol. 279, p. 23. The title of the article is "Fish consumption and risk of sudden cardiac death." The study found that men who consumed one or more fish meals per week had a 50% lower risk of developing sudden cardiac death than men who rarely ate fish (less than one fish meal per month).
In a separate article, scientists compared blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids in 94 of these men who died of sudden cardiac death against living men matched for age and smoking habits. They found that high levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the blood were associated with a low risk of cardiac sudden death. Men with the highest blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids had an 80% lower risk of sudden cardiac death than men with the lowest blood levels. High omega-3 fatty acids in the blood are usually due to a high consumption of fish.
The Nurses' Health Study began in 1976 when more than 80,000 female nurses completed life style and diet questionnaires. They were followed for 16 years for the development of coronary heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acid consumption was calculated from the questionnaires. The result of the study was published in JAMA vol 287. No.14, p. 1815. The title of the article is "Fish and omega-3-fatty acid intake and risk of coronary heart disease in women." The study found that compared to women who rarely ate fish (less than one fish meal per month), women who ate fish once a week had a 29% lower risk of developing coronary heart disease. Those who ate fish five times a week had a 34% reduction in the risk of coronary heart disease and a 45% reduction in the risk of death from heart disease (usually sudden cardiac death).
Controlled Studies: Controlled studies are prospective studies that randomly (by chance, e.g., by a flip of a coin) assign subjects to two groups, a treatment group and control group. Subjects in the treatment group are given the medication (or diet) being tested, while the subjects in the control group are usually given an inert substance (placebo).
Two controlled studies on omega-3 fatty acids and fish oil have recently been published. The GISSI-Prevention trial studied the effect of omega-3 fatty acids on sudden death and the recurrence of coronary heart disease in patients who recently survived a heart attack. The Lyon Diet Heart Study studied the effect of a Mediterranean diet (see discussion below) on the recurrence of coronary heart disease in patients who recently survived a heart attack.
The GISSI-Prevention trial randomly assigned more than 11,000 patients with recent heart attacks to four treatment groups; omega-3 fatty acids (850 mg capsule daily), vitamin E, both, or neither (control). The study subjects in all four groups were followed for 3.5 years. Study results were published in Circulation, 2002; 105:1897-1903. Subjects given omega-3 fatty acids had a 20% lower death rate from coronary heart disease than subjects in the vitamin E and control groups. Omega-3 fatty acids were particularly effective in preventing sudden cardiac death (45% reduction in sudden cardiac death). The scientists believed that the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are in the prevention of ventricular fibrillation. Vitamin E was found to have no benefit compared to controls.
The Lyon Diet Heart Study randomly assigned 600 subjects who survived recent heart attacks to either the Mediterranean diet or a prudent Western diet (diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol). The Mediterranean diet is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, as well as monounsaturated fats, fruits, vegetables, and nuts. The study subjects were followed for 4 years. The results of the study were published in Circulation, 1999; 99:779-785. The subjects eating the Mediterranean diet had more than a 50% reduction in sudden cardiac death and in repeat fatal or nonfatal heart attacks as compared to the Western diet group.
The GISSI-Prevention trial found that omega-3 fatty acids prevented sudden cardiac death, but did not prevent repeat heart attacks. The Lyon Diet Heart Study found that the Mediterranean diet not only prevented sudden cardiac death, but also prevented the recurrence of both fatal and nonfatal heart attacks. The reasons for the difference in the two studies are not clear. Perhaps there are additional cardiac protective factors in the Mediterranean diet.


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A man was shot and killed by Pomona police Monday evening.
Police came to the 500 block of Carruthers Court at 8:30 p.m. on a report of a family disturbance and a man with a knife.
Officers found a man holding a large kitchen knife when they arrived.
They ordered him to drop the knife, but he refused, said Los Angeles County sheriff's Deputy Aura Sierra.
Officers used a Taser gun on him, but it didn't work.
When the man moved toward officers with the weapon, officers opened fire.
Paramedics took him to an area hospital. He was pronounced dead after arrival.
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Union Hockey wins national championship!
Union Hockey wins its first national championship in school history.
The Dutchmen topped Minnesota 7-4 in the Frozen Four final. Union took an early 4-2 lead by the end of the first period. The Gophers were not able to take the lead the rest of the game.
Union finishes the season 32-6-4 and had not lost a game since falling 2-1 to St. Lawrence on January 31st.
The #Dutchmen of @UnionHockey are the 2014 NATIONAL CHAMPS. #FrozenFour pic.twitter.com/jQGcN6K6Sh
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Voting is now under way in Bambara's seventh annual Oscar-themed cocktail contest, and the only way to cast your ballot is to order one of the movie-inspired cocktails in the bar.
"Anytime someone can vote by ordering a drink, it's a lot more fun than casting a ballot," said Guy Wheelwright, general manager of the Salt Lake City restaurant.
Mixologists in Bambara's Vault bar have created a specialty cocktail to match each of the nine Best Picture nominees.
Employees tally every drink ordered so that patrons can see how their selections fare against the real Academy Award winners, which will be announced during the annual telecast on Feb. 24.
Voting began earlier this month, and so far, the "Amour" cocktail is ahead, with "Zero Dark Thirty" a close second.
But there's still plenty of time for "Silver Lining Playbook" and "Lincoln," in third and fourth place, respectively, to catch up.
Bar employees start mulling drink ideas as soon as the nominees are announced and typically look forward to experimenting with some of the newest, high-quality liqueurs on the market, Wheelwright said.
Here are the 2013 Best Picture nominees in alphabetical order, along with Bambara's corresponding cocktails.
"Amour," $10 • The French word for love demands something alluring, and this vodka-based drink served in a cinnamon-and-sugar-rimmed glass fits the bill. Ginger liqueur and orange juice make this candy for the eye, as well as the taste buds.
"Argo," $10 • Creating a cocktail about the 1979 rescue of U.S. diplomats from Iran wasn't easy. Ultimately, the team decided on a mix of mandarin-flavored vodka, peach schnapps, vermouth and orange juice a nod to the region's tropical climate.
"Beasts of the Southern Wild," $12 • The Southern setting also inspired this tequila-based drink with peach schnapps and orange juice.
"Django Unchained," $14 • Nothing says Old West like High West Distillery's double rye whiskey. The Park City spirit is mixed with Galliano, soda, bitters and lemon.
"Les Misérables," $11 • A gin cocktail finished with a splash of French red wine pays homage to this beloved musical set in 19th-century France.
"Life of Pi," $10 • With expansive scenes of the ocean, plus boats and exotic islands, this cocktail called for high-quality 10 Cane Rum and a blend of fruit juices.
"Lincoln," $12 • American bourbon, the spirit of choice during the 16th president's term, is the key ingredient in this cocktail mixed with ginger liqueur and bitters.
"Silver Linings Playbook," $19 • With a title that reminds us of clouds, it seems only fitting that Skyy premium vodka is the primary liquor. It's mixed with dry vermouth, lemon, a splash of tonic and grapefruit juice.
"Zero Dark Thirty," $15 • The decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden is a dark subject for a cocktail and a movie so the bar settled on a traditional gin cocktail with a bit of vodka, St. Germaine Elderflower liqueur and orange zest.
Vote for your favorite Oscar-themed cocktails
Bambara's mixologists have invented cocktails to match each of the nine Best Picture nominees.
Where • Bambara, 202 S. Main St., Salt Lake City
When • Available through Sunday, Feb. 24. The mixologists will issue their Oscar predictions on Thursday, Feb. 21.
Cost • $10-$19.
More info • 801-363-5454 or bambara-slc.com.


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Hello I'm trying to test my methods on my own wireless router in WEP mode.
I am using the original Backtrack 4 release version posted in the downloads section not R1 or R2 as R2 would not even see the wireless card at all.
I've installed it on a boot-able flash stick with no issues.
I have a laptop with a Intel 2200BG chipset and have never been able to get a definitive answer about whether or not it can do injection with the ipw2200 driver supplied with backtrack 4, the dates of all the other posts are fairly old and refer to changes needed in the driver, and some say no changes needed for injection.
I search all over the web using Google and keep getting sent back to this site and here all past post about similar issues, all tell the poster that he should search better and that they basically are not very smart for not searching Google. One big circle.
here is what I've tried so far and the progress I've made.
start with airmon-ng and found that the wireless card on this laptop is ID'ed as eth1.
I have found this is very common for this card and is of no worry.
So I use, airmon-ng start eth1
and get this response. interface eth1 chipset Intel 2200BG Driver ipw2200(monitor mode enabled)
I leave this window open and start a new terminal.
then I confirm my test signal from my home router with airodump-ng eth1
After confirming that I am receiving many AP's along with my test AP I then
use airodump-ng --bssid xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx --channel 6 --ivs -w mytestssid eth1
I start seeing beacons and data counting up, data counting up slowly.
I then leave this open and open another terminal and use aireplay-ng -5 -b xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx eth1.
I get this response
No answer, repeating
trying a LLC NULL packet
sending fragmented packet
still nothing, trying another packet
I hit 'y' for yes
and it just goes on.
Oh the .ivs file does continue to get larger but I'm afraid it would take days to get enough packets from a system that has little or no activity.
So I then tried aireplay-ng -9 eth1
It finds all WEP encrypted AP's in my area but no answers.
To me from what very little I know this is telling me I am not able to inject packets?
Any help or constructive suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time to read this poorly written question.


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Washington • Rep. Jason Chaffetz, a Utah Republican who chairs a House subcommittee on foreign operations, criticized Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for deflecting concerns during congressional hearings Wednesday while testifying on a Libyan terrorist attack that killed four Americans.
"She's very quick to say she takes responsibility but she's not willing to digest any of the criticism," said Chaffetz, who visited Libya following the attack on a quick fact-finding trip but who did not participate in Wednesday's hearings. "If she were to try to run for higher officer, this will be a major flaw on her record."
Clinton, who is leaving as head of the State Department, is a potential 2016 candidate for president, and Chaffetz noted that during her 2008 bid for the White House, she ran an advertisement questioning whether then-Sen. Barack Obama would be able to answer a late-night call about a world crisis.
"She ran the ad, 'What would you do at 3 a.m.?'" Chaffetz said. "It looks to me like she went to bed."
Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Clinton said that she was deeply involved in coordinating the response to the Sept. 11, 2012, attack and was in close contact with American officials as well as with the Libyan government.
There were "no delays in decision-making, no denials of support from Washington or from our military," Clinton said in her first testimony before Congress on the Benghazi consulate attack. "And I want to echo the [internal] review board's praise for the valor and courage of our people on the ground, especially the security professionals in Benghazi and Tripoli. The board said the response saved American lives in real time, and it did."
Moreover, Clinton said that nearly all the task force's recommended actions following the review are on track to be completed by March.
"A number are already completed, and we will use this opportunity to take a top-to-bottom look and rethink how we make decisions on where, when and whether people operate in high-threat areas, and then how we respond to threats and crises," Clinton said.
Chaffetz wasn't satisfied.
While the congressman praised Clinton for appearing, he said there were still many unanswered questions and some of her testimony "seems to be in conflict with the facts."
"Clinton is going to have to live with the fact that one of the massive terrorist attacks happened on her watch," Chaffetz said. "She could have reduced the consequences by listening to the security personnel on the ground, and that she did not do. It's no excuse for her to say she was unaware."
Chaffetz, as chairman of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee panel on National Security, Homeland Security and Foreign Operations, says his subcommittee will be following up on the response to the Libyan attack and how the State Department is trying to boost its embassy and consulate security.


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Property Disposal Services
GSA's Heartland Region can assist federal agencies with their personal or real property disposal needs.
Personal and Technology Property Disposal
Agencies with personal property that is no longer needed – including excess technology equipment and other personal property – can count on GSA for their mandated utilization and donation screening needs. Federal agencies may also sell surplus personal property at GSA Auctions.
The GSA Heartland Region will tailor personal property services to meet agencies' needs. Questions regarding reporting excess property should be directed to Monica Byrnes. See contact information listed on the upper right side of this page.
Building and Real Property Disposal
The process for federal agencies to declare and dispose of federal real property (buildings, land, warehouses, etc.) is mandated by federal law. Under the authority of the Federal Property & Administrative Services Act, property can be:
- Transferred from one agency to another;
- Excessed via discount conveyance to state and local governments for public benefits such as educational, public health, parks and recreational uses, and more;
- Sold via negotiated sale to state and local governments; or
- Sold to the public via competitive sales.
Questions should be directed to Laura McGinnis, whose contact information is listed on the upper right side of this page.
Looking for auctions, or government property for sale? GovSales.gov is the comprehensive website representing all of GSA's real, personal, excess, surplus, vehicle and everything else that is currently for sale. Vehicle auction sales that are held live, not online, in various locations can be found at GSA Auto Auctions.
The Heartland Region partners with many federal and non-federal organizations to support the local community. Educational institutions may receive excess government property through the Computers for Learning Program. And, public agencies and eligible non-profit organizations can receive surplus property through the State Agencies for Surplus Property. Questions should be directed to Judy Schroyer, whose contact information is listed on the upper right side of this page.


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A "SUBSTANTIAL amount" of suspected cannabis has been found at a Bridgwater flat by police.
The substance was collected and bagged by officers after they descended on a bedsit flat in Polden Street on February 25.
Bridgwater police Sgt Gary Young told the Mercury: "Police found a substantial amount of suspected cannabis.
"The substance has been sent off to be analysed, weighed and valued. But the quantity we found was more than we would expect one person to use."
Police had been alerted to the haul by a member of the public.
Sgt Young added: "The information we gathered which led to this investigation came from a member of the public.
"We really appreciate people coming forward with any information they think may help us with any of our inquiries.
Figures from www.police.uk show there were 56 crimes for the Sydenham area reported last month, only two of which were drugs offences.
Sgt Young added: "While drug use is not a major problem in the area, it can often be linked to other crimes.
"I would urge residents to continue to be our eyes and ears on the street and report information to the police by calling 101.
"Alternatively, ask for PC Marlow or PC Forrest who are the beat managers for the Sydenham area."
One man has been arrested on suspicion of being in possession of a suspected controlled drug and released on police bail pending further inquiries.


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REDLANDS - Some might say being a firefighter is tough enough.
But for Redlands firefighter Shawn Corbett it's just enough to keep him in shape.
The Highland resident isn't just fit for a fireman's standards. He's fit enough to be called an ironman.
Corbett was in Arizona last weekend for his first ironman - the 2013 Ironman Arizona event, a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile run in Tempe that attracted almost 3,000 competitors.
More than 500 competitors didn't finish.
Corbett crossed the finish line in 13 hours, 19 minutes and 53 seconds. He completed the 2.4 mile swim in 1 hour, 22 minutes and 6 seconds. He completed the 112 mile bike ride in 5 hours, 59 minutes and 23 seconds. He completed the marathon in 5 hours, 39 minutes and 20 seconds.
"Even though I didn't have any experience competing in these type of events, I accepted this as a challenge against myself," Corbett said. "I knew it was a race against myself, not against other people. That is how I looked at it."
Corbett said, "being a fireman allowed me to be mentally strong and physically ready to accomplish this goal."
Corbett said his fireman training in 1998 got him hooked on difficult endeavors.
"It's a physically demanding job," Corbett said. "That turned me on to it. I did sports like mountain biking, hiking and running. Anything that allowed me to be active."
None of those activities, however, were done on a competitive scale.
Then 2012 arrived and Corbett embraced the idea of endurance events. He took part in two events, one in Indio and one in San Diego, that served as his "tuneups" for Ironman Arizona.
"When you really look at it, I thought it was insanity," Corbett said. "But I really like the discipline involved, the structure and concentration it takes. And just that it is hard work."
And Corbett was challenged when he heard of the large numbers of competitors that aren't able to finish these events.
"I'm not sure of the statistics but I did take it on as a challenge," Corbett said. "And you really need a complete buy-in from your family. My wife was nothing but supportive. And my three kids, I want to be an inspiration to them."
He went to Lake Arrowhead to train for the swim portion of the event.
"That was a little intimidating," Corbett said of the swim in open water. "They say it's the best workout for your body. But you have to be mentally ready for it."
Corbett, who worked back-to-back 24-hour shifts this week, trained before his shifts.
"It was a big year for me," Corbett said. "It's a big accomplishment. It's been fun. The whole structure of just trying to train was good. The guys at work have been nothing but supportive and pushed me along the way."
Two other Redlands residents also competed in the Arizona event.
Jenny Scanlan completed the event in 16 hours, 43 minutes and 51 seconds and Lance Brown completed the event in 16 hours, 43 seconds and 56 seconds.
Reach Ed via email, call him at 909-793-3221, or find him on Twitter @TheFactsEd.


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11:11… this has been a haunting number in my life for the past 5 years. Most of my college friends can attest to this. It is a number that I see on the clock at the oddest moments. For instance, I have seen it on my phone three times in a row, completely without intention [Read More…]
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The Key to the Christian's Joy
from R.C. Sproul Jul 28, 2017 Category: ArticlesThe word joy appears over and over again in the Scriptures. For instance, the Psalms are filled with references to joy. The psalmists write, "Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning" (Ps. 30:5b) and "Shout for joy to God, all the earth" (Ps. 66... Keep Reading
Faux Pearls
from R.C. Sproul Jr. May 20, 2011 Category: ArticlesMaslow was wrong. Well, he was right before he was wrong. It is true enough that we all have a hierarchy of needs. Some things are more important than others. Trouble is, he didn't know what the most important things were. Foundational in his system are those things necessary for survival, things like food and water. King David had a different, a better perspective. Keep Reading
$5 Friday - Doctrine, Science & Believing God
from Karisa Schlehr May 20, 2011 Category: Ligonier ResourcesThis week find $5 Friday resources on science, marriage & divorce, fundamental doctrine, and the life of Christ. Sale starts Friday at 8 a.m. and ends Saturday at 8 a.m. EST. Keep Reading
Get Dr. Sproul's Series on Apologetics for a Donation of Any Amount
from Karisa Schlehr May 19, 2011 Category: Ligonier Resources"We cannot know that God exists," is something you thought would never be uttered from the mouth of R.C. Sproul. In Silencing the Devil, Dr. Sproul delivers the most common and forceful arguments against truth, God, and the Bible. But even Dr. Sproul as the Devil's advocate is no match for his mentor, John Gerstner's ability to turn false reasoning to dust. This series, while entertaining, is an effective and practical tool for defending the faith in this faithless world. Today you can get this DVD series for a donation of any amount. Keep Reading
Harold Camping: False Prophet?
from R.C. Sproul Jr. May 19, 2011 Category: ArticlesAs I type we are still days away from the purported rapture of the church, as predicted by Bible teacher and radio guru Harold Camping. Though his first prediction, that Jesus would return in 1994 failed, that hasn't kept him from predicting, nor his followers from expecting that Jesus would come for His own May 21, 2011. Which raises the question- when the sun rises again on May 22, are we warranted in concluding that Harold Camping is a false prophet? The Bible, after all, says that one way to distinguish the false from the true prophet is to see if their prophecies come true. What God speaks happens. What men predict usually does not. Keep Reading
VIDEO: CrossReference: Called Wonderful
from Karisa Schlehr May 18, 2011 Category: Ligonier ResourcesFor the past seven weeks, we've been previewing messages from a new series from David Murray and HeadHeartHand media on the Old Testament appearances of Christ as the Angel of the Lord. Today brings the eighth episode in the preview series, which will be available to view for one week. You can watch the first two episodes of CrossReference: Discovering Christ in the Old Testament here, and the remaining two videos will be available the next two weeks at the Ligonier blog, Challies, and HeadHeartHand. Keep Reading
Live Q&A with R.C. Sproul and the Ligonier Teaching Fellows
from Karisa Schlehr May 18, 2011 Category: EventsJoin us on Thursday, May 19, at 2:30 p.m. EST for a live question and answer session with R.C. Sproul and Ligonier Teaching Fellows Robert Godfrey, Sinclair Ferguson, Steven Lawson, and R.C. Sproul Jr. Start submitting your questions now. Tweet your questions using hashtag #AskLigonier, or write your questions using Facebook from our live events page. Keep Reading
Upcoming D.Min. Courses at Ligonier Academy
from Keith Mathison May 18, 2011 Category: Ligonier AcademyThis coming January, Dr. Ron Gleason, author of a new biography on the great Dutch theologian Herman Bavinck, will be joining us to teach the Reformed Philosophy of Ministry class, and Ligonier Teaching Fellow, Dr. Sinclair Ferguson, will be returning to teach our class on Worship. In the Summer of 2012, Dr. Robert Letham will be joining us to teach a class on the doctrine of the Trinity, and Dr. Mark Ross will be joining us again to teach our course on pastoral care. Keep Reading
Christians Get Depressed Too
from Guy Waters May 18, 2011 Category: Book ReviewsAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1 out of every 10 adult Americans currently suffers from depression. Depression is not confined to the United States. The World Health Organization describes depression as "common" in the world today, affecting an estimated 121 million persons. If we were to consider those who have not been clinically diagnosed with depression, but who suffer periodically from mild forms of depression, these figures would undoubtedly swell. Keep Reading
Our Ancient Foe
from Tim Challies May 17, 2011 Category: Tabletalk MagazineTalk of the Devil and spiritual warfare makes some people roll their eyes. We live in an age of particle accelerators, microchips, and organ transplants. The Devil? Why, he's nothing more than a medieval superstition created to scare naughty children. We can't take any of that seriously. Keep Reading
What's in a Name?: Introducing Reformation Bible College
from Jim Koch May 16, 2011 Category: Ligonier AcademyWhen Dr. R.C. Sproul founded Ligonier Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies, his desire was to establish an institution for higher education that unapologetically adheres to the historic Christian faith and the centuries-old tradition of the reformers. So why the name "Reformation Bible College"? As our name conveys we are a Bible college first and foremost. We hold that the Bible is the supreme text for all matters of life. Keep Reading


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A state lawmaker who opposes school vouchers testified Wednesday he believes it is illegal to use the state's public school financing formula to pay for tuition for some students to attend private and parochial schools.
State Rep. John Bel Edwards was the first witness called at the trial of consolidated lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of Gov. Bobby Jindal's statewide voucher program and other recently-passed education reforms.
The suits filed by the state's two largest teacher unions and dozens of local school boards contend Act 2, the so-called voucher bill, of the 2012 legislative session and Senate Concurrent Resolution 99, the Minimum Foundation Program resolution, also approved during the session, do not pass constitutional muster.
The unions and school boards argue it is illegal to pay for the voucher program, home-schooling, online courses, college tuition and independently run charter schools — that will not be affiliated with local school systems — through the public school funding formula.
Edwards, a lawyer, testified the voucher program serves to "capture" local tax dollars and redirect them to private and parochial schools.
"It captures local funds and diverts them for a purpose for which they were never approved by the taxpayers," he said.
Edwards, D-Amite, said the MFP is the mechanism for funding public elementary and secondary schools, not private and parochial schools.
"I think it's unlawful what the MFP resolution (SCR 99) does," he added.
The suits also claim state lawmakers did not follow the constitutional requirements for filing and passing the educational reforms and their funding.
The MFP resolution was approved June 4, the last day of the session. Most bills require 53 votes, a majority of the 105-member House. House Speaker Chuck Kleckley, R-Lake Charles, said that, as a resolution, it required only a majority of those in the chamber and voting. SCR 99 passed the House 51-49.
Alfred "Butch" Speer, who has been clerk of the state House of Representatives for nearly three decades, testified he had never seen an MFP resolution receive fewer than 53 votes.
The bench trial before state District Judge Tim Kelley will resume Thursday. The judge promised a ruling by week's end. Since 2008, the MFP has provided more than $3 billion annually to local public school districts across Louisiana, economist Jim Richardson testified.
He said the "Minimum" in Minimum Foundation Program is a "very generic term" and depends largely on the economic health and wealth of the state.
Under Act 2, students who attend public schools rated C, D or F under the state accountability system and who meet income rules can apply for state aid to attend private or parochial schools.
Nearly 5,000 students statewide qualified for vouchers, which provide aid to cover tuition and mandatory fees at private and parochial schools. Those schools collect an average of $5,300 per student from the state.
The new program began with the start of the school year in August. Before the new law, the state offered vouchers only to certain students in New Orleans.
Jindal asked state lawmakers to expand the aid statewide to give families another option out of failing public schools.
Critics, such as the Louisiana Federation of Teachers, Louisiana Association of Educators and Louisiana School Boards Association, contend the program is draining vital dollars from traditional public schools, where state spending per student has been frozen for four consecutive years.
The Alliance for School Choice, the Black Alliance for Educational Options and several parents have intervened in the case in support of the defendants.
One of those parents, Valerie Evans, participated in a rally and news conference Wednesday morning outside the 19th Judicial District Courthouse before the trial got under way.
Evans' 11-year-old son Gabriel is using a state voucher, or scholarship as Jindal's administration calls it, to attend a Catholic school in New Orleans, where he previously was enrolled at a failing public school.
"This scholarship program represents a crisis solution to a crisis problem," Evans said. "We have to rescue our children."
Institute for Justice attorney Bill Maurer, who represents Evans, the Black Alliance for Educational Options and other intervenors in the case, argued outside the courthouse and inside the courtroom that Louisiana's voucher program is an educational "lifeline" for children trapped in failing schools.
Defendants in the suits are the state, the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and the state Department of Education.
Jimmy Faircloth, who represents the state, argued to Kelley that BESE has "enormous discretion" over the MFP formula. He said the Legislature "cannot tell BESE what to put in that formula."
Editor's note: This story was modified on Nov. 29, 2012, to reflect that the Alliance for School Choice and the Black Alliance for Educational Options intervened in the case in support of the defendant, not the plaintiff. The Advocate regrets the error.