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1 Montreal Canadiens
2 Pittsburgh Penguins
3 Washington Capitals
4 Philadelphia Flyers
5 Ottawa Senators
6 NY Rangers
7 New Jersey Devils
8 Carolina Hurricanes
9 Tampa Bay Lightning
10 Boston Bruins
11 Buffalo Sabres
12 Florida Panthers
13 Atlanta Thrashers
14 Toronto Maple Leafs
15 NY Islanders
Again, I'm going to have to disagree with THN over this. If the Pens had managed to keep Ryan Malone and/or Marian Hossa I'd be inclined to agree that they would finish atop their division, but they won't. When you potentially have Miroslav Satan as your top scoring winger you're not going to go anywhere fast. The rest of the team remains largely the same.
I have a hard time believing the Sens will finish ahead of the Rangers and Devils. Despite the fact that Wade Redden's game is in decline, losing him will hurt because they didn't replace him. The Sens are still looking for ways to fill out the rest of their roster, but like so many other teams in the East, goaltending is their primary concern. If Martin Gerber doesn't hold up, they're slightly above average at best by virtue of their incredible top line.
The Bruins are going to make some noise this year, especially with a completely healed Patrice Bergeron. Michael Ryder will head into camp as the favourite to land the first line right winger slot, and considering the success Claude Julien had with Ryder, along with an elite playmaking centre in Marc Savard, he could be a very nice surprise. Once again, however, they head into training camp with a 1A-1B tandem of fan favourite Tim Thomas and the disgruntled Manny Fernandez.
The East is much more clear cut than the West because so many teams have holes. The Habs, arguably the best team in the East, also has a shaky goaltending situation considering how Carey Price fell apart last year. These goaltending problems also plague at least 3 of the playoff teams listed. It'll be interesting to see how this season plays out – a lot of teams have areas to improve, and considering the mass exodus of players from the East heading West, this year could be rather different.


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It had balls at the assembly-rooms; it had Mrs. Siddons to play; it had Catalani to sing.
Mrs. Siddons exhibited the highest perfection p. 234of acting.
It has, however, been disputed, whether Mrs. Siddons possessed genius.
"I don't doubt it, Mr. Ditmar," Siddons gracefully conceded.
Nor must we forget the Portrait of Mrs. Siddons, painted by Gainsborough, in the charm of her twenty-ninth year, in 1784.
On January 2d, 1776, she repeated Portia, "by Mrs. Siddons."
In 1783, when Mrs. Siddons was the leading actress of the time, she sat to Reynolds.
All Mrs. Siddons did, good sense or good instruction might give.
Two whom she then lost, and whom she most deeply regretted, were Mrs. Siddons and Mrs. Inchbald.
Mrs. Siddons turned round and said: "I feel very differently."

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Softball sweeps Buffaloes in home-opener, 3-2 & 1-0February 16, 2011
BC rode pitching performances from Elmore and Miller to the victories
Brevard, N.C. - The Brevard College softball team was able to sweep Milligan College in a doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon at the Brevard College Softball Field. Brevard (4-2) was able to improve their record on outstanding pitching performances by both Martika Elmore and Alyssa Miller as they won 3-2 in game one which lasted nine innings, and 1-0 in the second game.
Game 1: Brevard 3, Milligan 2
Box Score
Milligan struck first in the opener by plating a run in the third inning. Jessica Fix hit a one-out double, which brought Camille Olvey to the plate. Olvey singled which moved Fix up to third. A throwing error by Brittany Jones (Fort Mill, S.C.) allowed the runner at third to score and Olvey to advance to second. The Tornados left Olvey stranded.
Brevard was able to return-fire with a run of their own in the bottom half of the third. Freshman, Meredith Davenport (High Point, N.C.) singled to lead off the inning. Fellow freshman, Brittany Fowler (Waterloo, Ontario, CANADA) singled on a bunt advancing Davenport to second. Kayla Dorsey (West Palm Beach, Fla.) laid down a sacrifice bunt to move the runners to second and third with just one out. Becca Curlee (Eagle River, Alaska) was able to score Davenport from third on a sacrifice fly to left field tying things up at one-run a piece. The Tornados were unable to plate Fowler.
There was no scoring until extra innings following the third. The Buffaloes of Milligan struck first in extras. Alicia Engle was placed on second to start the inning, as she was the final out in the top of the seventh. Engle advanced to third on a deep fly ball from Fix, the first out of the inning. Engle was able to score on a passed ball during the next at-bat, scoring the final Buffaloes run.
The Tornados were able to strike back in the bottom half when Chelsea Watson (Seiverville, Tenn.) pinch-ran for catcher, Chelsi Mallory (Mechanicsville, Va.). Watson advanced on a sacrifice bunt from Kayla Clemens (Sebring, Fla.). She was able to tie things up when Sarah Carlos (Eagle River, Alaska) hit an RBI-groundout to the second baseman, making it 2-2.
After a scoreless top of the ninth, Jones was placed on second to start the bottom half. Maddie Fletcher (Charlotte, N.C.) was able to do a job when she got down a sacrifice bunt to move Jones to third. Davenport was able to single up the middle in the next at-bat giving Brevard a win in their home-opener, 3-2.
Martika Elmore (Fayetteville, N.C.) spent all nine innings in the circle for the Tornados. She improved to 2-1 on the season after striking out 10 and allowing two unearned runs on five hits. She walked just two batters in the win.
Meredith Davenport led the offensive charge for BC going 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Curlee and Carlos added the other RBI's for the Tornados.
Game 2: Brevard 1, Milligan 0
Box Score
Alyssa Miller (Davie, Fla.) was the starter for Brevard in the night-cap of the twinbill. Miller threw all seven innings for the Tornados. She picked up her second career win and moved to 2-1 on the season after striking out seven, without allowing a run on four hits.
The Tornados scored just one run on three hits in the second game. The lone run came in the bottom of the fourth following a lead-off triple by Brittany Fowler. With one-out and Fowler on third, Chelsi Mallory was able to draw a walk, bringing Kayla Clemens to the plate. Clemens hit a single to the first baseman who attempted to throw Fowler out at home but the throw was late giving the Tornados the 1-0 edge which they held the remainder of the game.
The Tornados' softball team continues their home schedule on Saturday when they play host to Columbia College for another doubleheader. First pitch is set for 1 p.m. at the Brevard College Softball Field.


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is it ok to ask an 8 yr old to stop making crushes
I am worried that my daughter is starting to tell me about her crushes although Im thankful that she is trusting me about those things. But as a mother of an only child, I feel nervous about it and I'm not really sure what to do. I thought she is still young to have crushes and her father does not want to hear about it. Please give me some tips/advise such as the things I need to tell her whenever she opens up to me about her crushes.
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I think at her age she is becoming aware of the opposite sex, however she is enjoying the company of new friendships.
I dont think it's something to be alarmed by.
Gently explain what friendship is and how it comes about.
Ensue her that she can be friends with everyone and that friendship is an amazing journey.
Sometimes young children like to pretend and that is ok as well.
Keeping the communication open at all times with her is the key to a healthy relationship between the two of you.
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Wrath of the Lich King has changed many things about the professions we all know and sometimes love. Last week, Insider Trader looked at the highlights of the Leatherworking and Blacksmithing professions, showing you what's new, how to plan out your leveling, and what you can look forward to at what points.
This week, Tailoring is up for discussion. There are faction recipes and dropped recipes, as well as highlights from your trainer that you won't want to miss. Here is a quick summary:
- New and improved exclusive spellthreads for enchanting your pants.
- A 20-slot bag and a 22-slot bag.
- A slow flying carpet mount as well as an epic one.
- Specialty cloth for epic gear.
- Frost resistance gear.
- An 8-piece PvP pseudo-set.
- Exclusive cloak enchants.
- Special threads that you can sell for a profit.
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Norman Fischer
Norman Fischer is a poet and Zen Buddhist priest. From 1995-2000, he served as co-abbot of the San Francisco Zen Center, the oldest and largest of the new Buddhist organizations in the West. He is now a senior dharma teacher there as well as founder and spiritual director of the Everyday Zen Foundation, an organization dedicated to adapting Zen Buddhist teachings to Western culture.
Fischer is author of many books of poetry and prose, including, Taking Our Places: The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, Opening to You: Zen-Inspired Translations of the Psalms, Jerusalem Moonlight, I Was Blown Back, and Sailing Home, which explores Homer's Odyssey to reflect on the spiritual journey. His poetry and essays have often been anthologized and his writing has been taught in numerous universities.
Norman Fischer leads workshops worldwide. Among other topics, he teaches Buddhist principles to business people, Buddhist compassion-in-action to lawyers and conflict resolvers, and poetry writing and appreciation to children and adults.
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GSA Co-Sponsors FedFleet 2007
July 24, 2007
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Washington, DC –The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) today kicked off the 7th Annual National Motor Vehicle and Aviation Exposition and Workshops in Orlando, Florida. Administrator Lurita Doan will deliver remarks at the opening session to Federal fleet and aviation professionals Tuesday morning.
"GSA plays several roles when it comes to the fleet: we help develop governmentwide policy; we buy, sell and lease vehicles, and we have our own GSA fleet," said Administrator Doan. "We are committed to providing world class fleet services at the lowest possible cost. This is a formula that will yield major dividends for our customers, our citizens and our environment."
FedFleet 2007, expected to draw 1,300 attendees, is comprised of the Federal Fleet Manager Workshop and Information Fair and the Aviation Safety Officer Workshop. The mission of the FedFleet Workshop is to provide a forum for Federal fleet and aviation professionals from all agencies at all levels to discuss regulatory and legislative issues, to explore new technological advances, to provide fleet-specific training and to provide an atmosphere for interaction to discuss common problems and best practices.
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The Perfect Outfit: What to Wear to a Summer Birthday!
This fun and sexy party-worthy summer look is built around Havaianas Special Collection Slim Nature sandals.
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INTERVIEW: Animal Planet's Cat Expert Jackson Galaxy
Animal Planet's Jackson Galaxy from the TV show "My Cat From Hell" stopped by today to talk about how he got into the "cat" business and how to handle your worst cat problems!
Don't miss the upcoming season of "My Cat From Hell" premiering April 26th.
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You think Danny is gonna beat Conor??
And when I said bigger etc i meant height and size!! Conor is a small flyweight, you look at some other flyweights they look massive!! And as for his record I know he lost to Scott!! All I'm saying is there are always people having to stick there noses in!! If his team think he's ready then that is nowt to do with anybody else!!


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Reds Top Brewers With 10th-inning Walk Off, 4-3
CINCINNATI (AP) _ Chris Heisey scored from first base on Todd Frazier's double into the left-field corner as the Cincinnati Reds came from behind for a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers in 10 innings on Sunday.
Heisey drew a two-out, four-pitch walk from Tyler Thornburgh (3-1), and Frazier followed with a line drive that one-hopped the wall. Heisey beat shortstop Jean Segura's off-target relay to the plate to give the Reds three wins in their four-game series against the team that has the majors' best record at 21-11.
Brandon Phillips greeted reliever Brandon Kintzler with a game-tying 425-foot blast to center with one out in the eighth inning. The homer was Phillips' second of the season and first since April 5.
Sam LeCure (1-1) pitched the 10th for the win.
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Dickey terrific again as Mets crush Pirates 9-1
NEW YORK (AP) – Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey took a three-hitter into the ninth inning and Carlos Beltran and the New York Mets feasted on Zach Duke and the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 9-1 victory tonight. Dickey's tricky pitch was no match for the inexperienced Pittsburgh Pirates. He didn't allow an… Read More →


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Michael Workman isn't a magician, but he sees magic happen every day.
As a physical therapist and equipment director at Ability Found, Workman has the tumultuous task of finding the right wheelchair or equipment for those with special needs who lack the resources to pay themselves.
During the economic downturn, requests have almost tripled at Ability Found, a nonprofit organization with the goal of providing assistance to disabled individuals and their families. Yet, Workman has the uncanny ability to fill the requests. A family will ask for a specific wheelchair he hasn't seen in months, and, without fail, a donation will come in the next day to fill the need.
"There's a lot of crazy, cosmic stuff that goes on," Workman said. "I could give you countless stories like that. It never fails people just always seem to come through."
Tyson Hansen's is one of those remarkable stories.
Hansen was diagnosed with the terminal disease leukodystrophy at the age of two. Doctors gave him seven years to live. It wasn't until last year that Hansen's mother, Melanie, learned her son would live a much longer life the prior diagnosis was wrong. Instead, Tyson had a non-fatal condition called bilateral frontoparietal polymicrogyria. Melanie Hansen went from euphoria to uncertainty. She would need to begin preparing for Tyson's life instead of his death.
"I grieved as he grew, and helped him get around by carrying him his entire life," Melanie Hansen said. "Our insurance wouldn't cover assistive equipment, and I had no idea where to turn for help."
Melanie Hansen called Workman in a daze. Tyson would soon outgrow his manual chair and now would need greater assistance. Workman felt Tyson would benefit from the freedom of a power chair. Magically, one had recently arrived.
"It just fit him like a glove," Workman said. "I threw him in it and he looked great. I hardly had to adjust it, the fit was that perfect."
"He loved that thing," Workman added. "He just took off he had an absolute ball."
Melanie Hansen still had no way to transport the heavy chair into the family's SUV, limiting Tyler to trips through the neighborhood. Cosmic forces were at work again this summer, when Ability Found received a donated lift. Tyler was the first person Workman thought of.
The lift fit perfectly and suddenly the sky was the limit for Tyson Hansen. Still, with the lift newly installed, Workman asked Tyson, of all the places in the world, where he wanted to go. Tyson said he wanted to go drive around at Wal-Mart.
"I'm thinking Disneyland, I'm thinking of all the places a kid would want to go," Workman said, "and I realize this kid hasn't even had the freedom just to go to the store. He could go shopping with his mom without being pushed. It really hit home to me, the everyday freedom he has now."
Workman gives a lot of credit to the small donations he gets every year. From those who donate as little as $20 to those who think of those they can help with an old wheelchair after a loved one passes away. In 2011, Ability Found was able to donate 92 percent of its $1.2 million income to charitable purposes.
"I would still be carrying Tyson around in my arms and he wouldn't have the independence like most teenage boys do without the help of Ability Found," Melanie Hansen said.
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At a glance
Ability Found was founded by Ernest and Anneke Robison in 1993, a tribute to their son Matthew, who passed away in 1999.
Michael Workman has more than 15 years of experience in physical therapy and works with Ability Found through his practice, Professional Therapies.
To learn more about the many ways to offer help and donations, visit www.abilityfound.org.


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What are fatty acids?
Fatty acids, which are long chains of carbon, are classified as saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. Polyunsaturated fats contain omega-3s and omega-6s. Although there is wide variability between people, most Americans consume 10 times more omega-6s than omega-3s. Most experts agree a healthier ratio would be closer to 2:1.
Reduce omega-6s, increase omega-3s to achieve balance
One approach to restoring balance of omega levels is to decrease intake of omega-6s and increase intake of good sources of omega-3 fats.
Fish and fish oil supplements are the richest source of omega-3s — the main two are called EPA and DHA.
Oils like soy, corn and safflower are rich in omega-6s. Replacing these oils with other oils rich in omega-3s such as flaxseed, or omega-9s found in olive and canola, will also help improve the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.
Recover faster
Compared to omega-3s, omega-6s are more strongly associated with inflammation. Fish oil supplementation consistently results in lower levels of inflammation. High levels of inflammation can counteract some of exercise's positive effects on insulin sensitivity and other metabolic benefits. If inflammation remains elevated after exercise, this can negatively impact muscle soreness, tissue repair and other aspects of recovery.
Reduce muscle soreness
Omega-3 fats have also been shown to augment blood flow to muscles during exercise, decrease muscle soreness by 35%, reduce swelling, and increase range of motion after damaging exercise.
Burn fat and slow muscle loss
Studies also show that increasing omega-3 levels enhances insulin sensitivity, which improves fat burning in muscles and inhibits fat storage. Emerging work is even showing that omega-3s may regulate muscle growth and help during extended periods of rest by slowing the loss in both muscle and bone. This could apply for athletes during breaks in training or layoffs due to injury where muscle loss could be significant.
Lowers triglycerides
In recent studies, omega-3s in combination with exercise was shown to maximize fat loss. In addition, subjects who supplemented with fish oil decreased blood triglycerides by 14%, increased high density lipoprotein ("good") cholesterol by 10% and improved the functioning of blood vessels. All these lines of research on omega-3s point to better recovery and improved health for athletes.
How much to take?
Omega-3 levels vary by individual, as does how individuals respond to omega-3 intake. There are commercial tests available to check levels, which might be prudent. A general guideline, however, is to aim for 500 mg of EPA plus DHA per day, and a more optimal level might be 1,000-2,000 mg per day. This could be achieved by consuming one serving of fatty fish (salmon, tuna, sardines and herring) every other day, but many people might find this challenging or have concerns about contaminants in fish.
Eating some fish and taking fish oil supplements containing EPA and DHA may be the most economical and easiest way to boost your EPA and DHA intake.
What's better, fish or krill?
A recent study compared the incorporation of omega-3 fats from fish oil into blood phospholipids after a one-time ingestion. The three formulations studied were derived from fish oil and krill oil, but varied in the chemical form: fish oil (re-esterified triacylglycerides), fish oil (ethyl-esters) and krill oil (phospholipid bound).
Despite consuming equal amounts of omega-3s, over a period of 72 hours there was better incorporation of EPA and DHA into blood phospholipids after ingestion of krill oil. The EPA and DHA in krill oil are mainly bound to phospholipids and these results indicate that this chemical form may be about 15% more bioavailable than traditional fish oil capsules.
However, krill is several times more costly than fish oil per gram of omega-3s. Therefore, taking higher levels of fish oil compared to krill oil may work just as well to boost your EPA and DHA levels. Fish oil softgels are by far the most common form taken by individuals. The best option may be to take both fish oil and krill oil.
Cod liver oil provides omega-3s
Cod liver oil is another natural source of valuable omega-3s. It's also an excellent source of vitamin A, and is one of the few good dietary sources of vitamin D. Vitamins A and D support normal calcium metabolism, normal bone development and help maintain healthy bone structure.
Flaxseed oil—a vegetable source of omega-3s
Flaxseed oil is nature's richest vegetable source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 precursor to EPA and DHA. ALA is also found in canola oil, and to a lesser extent in some nuts like walnuts and almonds. Humans need to convert ALA to EPA and DHA, which is not very efficient. So fish or fish oil are still the best sources.
However, flaxseed oil is a good option to help boost omega-3s in conjunction with fish or fish oil. Flaxseed oil is a good alternative to salad dressings that contain high omega-6 oils like soy, corn and safflower. Flaxseed oil is also great in a protein shake.
Take with antioxidants
Taking omega-3 fats with an antioxidant may also be a good idea since omega-3 fats are highly unsaturated and prone to degradation by reactive oxygen species (free radicals). For example, studies have shown synergy between omega-3 fats and gamma tocopherol (a form of vitamin E).
A proper balance of omega-3s and omega-6s is vital for good overall health. Not only do omega-3s provide benefits for the heart, they also help support athletic performance and recovery.
Products mentioned in this article:
Fish Oil
Flaxseed Oil
Krill Oil
Cod Liver Oil


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FONTANA -- A California Highway Patrol officer shot and killed a man Sunday evening at a Fontana park and ride lot.
The 43-year-old transient David Mulder, who was a Post Release Community Supervision offender released from state prison to the supervision of the Probation Department as part of Gov. Jerry Brown's Public Safety Realignment Program, died at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Fontana as a result of his confrontation with authorities.
It was initially reported to 9-1-1 that Mulder was hitting a woman near a vehicle in the park and ride lot about 6:30 p.m.
Officers responded to a domestic disturbance call at the lot at Beech Avenue and the 210 freeway when they were confronted by Mulder, according to police.
Authorities said that Mulder charged officers with a knife in hand when officers opened fire.
After Mulder was transported to the hospital, officers searched the area for the woman involved in the initial call for help and she was discovered in a car with multiple stab wounds. The woman, identified by San Bernardino County coroner's officials as 49-year-old Elisa Van Cleve of Rialto, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Mulder had failed to comply with his PRCS terms of release, according to authorities, and on March 25, was sentenced to 30 days incarceration.
He was released from jail after 8 days on April 2 and placed on an electronic GPS monitoring system by the San Bernardino County Probation Department due to his homeless status.
"This is yet another glowing example of the failure of California's prison realignment. Dangerous prisoners that belong in state prison continue to be released early, time and time again, to return to our communities and endanger our families and friends," said Fontana Police Chief Rod Jones.
"Had Mulder remained incarcerated, on either recent occasion, for his full sentence, this woman would still be alive and this entire incident would not have occurred. I see this situation only continuing to get worse as California continues to reach the federally mandated levels of the prison population this year. This is going to result in approximately 9,000 more dangerous prisoners soon being released into our communities. I fear the worst is yet to come. "
Anyone with information about the incident may call Fontana police, 909-350-7700 or anonymously at 909-356-TIPS.


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Auburn, Ala. - Auburn Parks and Recreation facilities will have special holiday hours for July 4th. All Parks and Recreation buildings will be closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of the holiday. The Auburn City Pools and the City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center will be open. A complete schedule of facility hours is available online at www.auburnalabama.org/parks.
The Auburn City Pools and City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center will observe the following hours on July 4th. Unless listed, all other facilities are closed. Citizens are reminded all City parks, playgrounds, and cemeteries are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Independence Day - Thursday, July 4
Samford Pool
Lap Swim
6 - 7 a.m.
Noon - 1 p.m. (5 lanes available)
Recreation Swim
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Drake Pool
Recreation Swim
1 - 5 p.m.
City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Don't miss the Annual July Fourth Celebration, sponsored by Briggs & Stratton Corporation, on Thursday, July 4 behind the home side of Duck Samford Stadium. Gates open at 6 p.m., followed by live music from The Answer Band at 7 p.m., and one of THE best fireworks shows in the area at 9 p.m. In the event of rain, the fireworks will be held on Friday, July 5 at 9 p.m. For weather updates, visit www.auburnalabama.org/parks and follow the City of Auburn on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofAuburnAL.
For more information, please visit www.auburnalabama.org/parks or contact Auburn Parks and Recreation at 501-2930.


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Marion Zimmer studied at the New York State College for Teachers from 1946 to 1948 and, after her career was established, graduated from Hardin-Simmons College in 1964. In 1949 she married Robert A. Bradley, from whom she later was divorced. She retained his name professionally.
Bradley was a prolific writer, producing numerous historical, fantasy, and gothic novels and short stories under her own name and several pseudonyms. She is, however, best known for her many science fiction novels and stories. She published her first important work, a the story entitled "Centaurus Centaurus Changeling," in 1954. Her first novel, The Door Through Space, appeared in 1961. Two more novels, The Sword of Aldones and The Planet Savers, were published in 1962. Both take place on Darkover, a planet that is home to a lost Terran (Earth) colony. It became the setting for a series of more than 20 science fiction novels by Bradley; in addition, other writers also set their own work on Darkover.
Bradley achieved best-seller status with The Mists of Avalon (1982), a retelling of the Arthurian legend with an emphasis on the female characters. Similarly, The Firebrand (1987) reworked the Iliad from the perspective of the female characters. Bradley continues to write science fiction and fantasy. She also edits subsequently wrote several prequels to The Mists of Avalon, including The Forest House (1994) and Lady of Avalon (1997), and in 1995 she introduced the Light series. Many of her later novels were written in collaboration with other authors, notably Diana L. Paxson. Bradley also edited Marion Zimmer Bradley's Fantasy Magazine, which she started in 1988.


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Salem doctor dies from fall on Mt. Hood
Salem dentist Dr. Kinley Adams was reported missing on Mt. Hood Sunday June 23. Searchers spent the week looking for him and on Saturday an Oregon National Guard helicopter found his body. It was removed from the mountain on Sunday.
An autopsy shows he died from a fall that caused multiple injuries.
Dr. Adams was climbing the mountain by himself. He was training for a climb in Nepal.


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Leitis produced a successful weekend where finished first in the 60 meters at the NWU Invite on Friday and also won the 200 meters and the long jump at the adidas Classic last Saturday. He posted times of 6.92 in the 60 meters and 21.45 in the 200 meters, along with a mark of 24-8 ¼ (7.52) in the long jump. He ranks first in the conference and is fifth in the nation in the long jump. The award marks the first indoor track and field weekly award of his career.
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DeVos Art Museum: Reflection on Time
Thursday, March 13, 2014
"The End Will Look as the Beginning Did: Selections from the Permanent Art Collection"
This exhibition asks the viewer to reflect on time - its beginning, its passage, its end - through disparate artifacts from the DeVos Art Museum's permanent collection. Four student interns selected the objects and planned the exhibition. Featuring new acquisitions such as a Japanese wedding kimono and seldom seen gems such as prints by Salvador Dalí and work by local artists. Co-curated by Matthew Bizoe, Craig Neeson, Samantha Page and Sophia Thomas.
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Q: Endeavour ferry flight crew
There has been no mention that I can find regarding the flight crew on the 747 that transported the space shuttle Endeavour to California. Who are the fliers - are they commercial fliers, military, private? The only thing I saw was the one crew member who raised his head through the hatch and waved the American flag.
- Muriel Simmons
According to Michael Curie, a NASA spokesman, the shuttle aircraft carrier flight crew was made up of NASA pilots, who not only fly that airplane but other NASA aircraft, including T-38s and F-18s.
The crew also trains astronauts.
The Endeavour flights - which originated last week from Florida's Kennedy Space Center and ended Friday at LAX - were flown by pilots Jeff Moultrie and Bill Rieke and flight engineers Henry Taylor, Larry Larose and Gary Ash, Curie said in an email message.
He said he did not have any additional information on the crew members.
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"I think my dad's genes, how he competes, I think he put that in me and Nick," Foligno said. "I like to think I play like my dad. My dad was pretty hard-nosed in front of the net. I think I do the same thing."
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COLUMBIA, Ky. -- The Lindsey Wilson College
Christmas Madrigal Dinner will take guests back to the days,
centuries ago, before computer games, shopping sprees and other
distractions, when Christmas in the courts of Renaissance kings and
queens was a time of lavish costumes, joyous music and memorable
The dinner will be performed at 6 p.m. CT on Tuesday, Nov. 29,
and on Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the LWC Roberta D. Cranmer Dining
& Conference Center. The cost is $20 per person or $35 per
Actors in the Lindsey Wilson Players will join students from the
Lindsey Wilson Singers and the LWC Concert Choir to reproduce
Christmas sounds and skits from long-ago days.
"Christmas today is so often bombarded with commercialism," said
LWC Assistant Professor of Theater Robert Brock. "Our madrigal dinner will put
you in touch with colorful traditions going back for
Collaborating with Brock on the production is LWC Associate
Professor of Music and Religion and Director of Choral Activities
Gerald Chafin.
"The Lindsey Wilson Players will provide the storyline while the
seasonal music will portray music of the era," Chafin said. "The
Concert Choir will feature primarily a cappella music with a joyful
and festive atmosphere. The Lindsey Wilson College Singers will
provide selections from a masterwork of the Baroque era,
Gloria, by Antonio Vivaldi. Our special guests will be the
Commonwealth Strings to accompany the Vivaldi and to play other
holiday music as well."
The Lindsey Wilson Christmas Madrigal Dinner will be at 6
p.m. CT on Nov. 29-30. Cost is $20 per person or $35 per couple. To
make a reservation for the Christmas Madrigal Dinner, contact Brock
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Hey guys,
I've been doing some reading about the Carver skateboards and am pretty sure I'm going to pull the trigger and order one. I've been surfing for about a year and a half and I feel like I've hit a wall in my surfing. I'm hoping some repetitions with the board will help my pumping, turning and stuff, not to mention it just looks fun. Any recommendations as far as which model to get?


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From wrestlezone.com (thanks to Krainer2)
Curt "Mr. Perfect" Hennig was found dead in a hotel room in Tampa, Florida today.
Hennig was in town for a show being promoted by Jimmy Hart at the Tampa State Fairgrounds. He was last seen this morning around 9:30 AM by Mickey Jay in his room alive and in good spirits
A few hours later, Hennig was supposed to show up at the gym to work out. When he didn't arrive, a workout partner went back to the room and he was found dead at the age of 44.
We have no more details at this time. We send our deepest condolences out to the Hennig family and friends.
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Fairfield County GOP Censures Senator Lindsey Graham
From our News Partners at WCBD-TV:
Tonight at the regular monthly meeting of the Fairfield County Republican Party, members passed a 29-point resolution in favor of censuring South Carolina's U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham.
The yeas carried the evening with 82% of the vote. Many in the party say there is a continued frustration of many in the party with officials who are elected as Republicans and then seem to forget the platform of the party when they assume office.
"The Fairfield County Republican Party believes in traditional conservative Republican principles and we expect those who are elected as Republicans to vote like Republicans, not Democrats, and on these 29 issues Senator Graham voted with the Democrats" proclaimed Fairfield County Republican Chairman Kevin S. Thomas.
"We find his views and votes on these 29 issues to be unacceptable and as the Republican Primary approaches we are looking for a more conservative candidate to represent us in the United State Senate, someone who votes more like former Senator Jim DeMint than current Senator Lindsey Graham".
Nearly every member of the Fairfield County GOP was in attendance and voted on this Censure Resolution.


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IRVING, TX -- CEC Entertainment Inc., parent company of the Chuck E. Cheese's chain, said its 2012 second-quarter net income declined 37.3% to $4.1 million, compared with $6.5 million for the second quarter of 2011. Comparable store earnings fell 2.4%.
CEC's total second-quarter revenue decreased 2%, or $3.8 million, to $182.4 million, compared with $186.2 million for the same period a year ago.
For the first six months of 2012, CEC's total revenue decreased 3%, or $13.4 million, to $429.2 million, compared with $442.6 million for the first six months of 2011. The decrease in total revenue was primarily related to a 3.4% decrease in comparable store sales, slightly offset by additional revenues generated by new stores, the company said.
CEC chief executive Michael Magusiak said the company is well positioned for future growth thanks to stronger marketing and better pricing, including more discount packages.
In the second quarter, diluted earnings per CEC share decreased to 23¢ from 34¢ for the second quarter of 2011. The decline was primarily related to the decrease in net income.
In July, CEC gave its Chuck E. Cheese a facelift and launched new marketing campaign for kids. | SEE STORY
Magusiak said a second campaign, targeting mothers, will commence at the end of August.
CEC and its franchisees operate 560 Chuck E. Cheese's pizzeria-arcade stores located in 48 states and eight foreign countries or territories.
On July 31, the company's board of directors declared a cash dividend of 22¢ a share. The dividend will be paid on Oct. 4 to stockholders of record as of Sept. 6.


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ATTACK OF THE MAILBAG!: We not only get letters, we get letters about the letters we're about to get.
When we merrily splash into the brackish waters of issues such as politics and religion, we get emails, letters, Facebook posts, tweets and whatever else is used for communication these days, predicting, for better or worse: "Oh, you're going to get letters about this one."
And we do. Most recently, the big batches of mail that came in such numbers that it took two large mailmen and a mailman's apprentice to deliver were about the puzzling hatred (not mere opposition to) of President Obama, and one about a column on Jesus' wife that was modeled loosely on "The Dick Van Dyke Show." We put all of our chips in the hope that Jesus has a sense of humor.
For the record, the majority of responses to both columns were positive. In fact, with the Jesus' wife one, we received nice responses from a Lutheran pastor, a First Methodist pastor and a Presbyterian minister (of music, but still). Pastor Jerome Lossner, of St. Philip Lutheran, wrote, "It was hilarious, very creative, although I'm sure you offended some people. I think we need to be able to laugh at ourselves. That's why, even though I'm a Democrat, I get a kick out of the comic Mallard Fillmore."
But we suspect the notes from detractors might make for more enjoyable reading (and considerably less chest-thumping on our part).
We'll begin with the pro-Obama columns. And, not to be snitty, we have corrected the mistakes in grammar and spelling:
"You are the worst journalist ever! I have never read a full article by you mainly because I feel like it's a bad essay from a seventh-grader. I will promptly cancel my subscription today and urge everybody I know in private and professional circles to do the same. I will inform your owners and hope they have the courage to fire your a--."
"Whose bright idea was it to let Tim to write a political rant in his column? He is everyone's `neighbor down the block' who is known to get away with the least amount of actual work, who never dresses like a grown man (unless someone dies), drinks more than is recommended lately, loves his wife and kids and remembers his departed family members with deference, but isn't particularly known for his intelligence, business acumen, success or leadership."
"Obama has failed the country and he has failed all the citizens of the United States. I am very disappointed with you that you would use your local news column for politics."
"Grobaty opines his relief that Sarah Palin isn't a `heartbeat' away from the `button.' Heavens no. Now we have that bastion of adult mature contemplation, Joe Biden, in that position."
There's plenty more, but let's turn to Jesus. Oh, and never disrespect Joe Biden again. He's our hero.
"Your column was a blasphemous tirade about the Lord Jesus Christ. Your attempt at humor has hit a new low. You column also shows your ignorance and the shallowness of your spiritual depth."
"You've had highs and lows, but this one was disgusting. You know where the confessional is."
"I thought your piece on Jesus having a wife was disrespectful to all of his believers. It was a poor choice for your wild imagination."
And wait! We forgot about our column about taking algebra off the list of required courses for high school and college graduation. We received a huge response to that. Many misunderstood us ("how could an engineer build a bridge without algebra?"); we weren't calling for the eradication of algebra. If you want to build bridges, by all means take algebra. And arc-welding, too, but let's not make arc-welding a requirement for a degree.
Here are some anti-anti algebra column reactions to close with:
"Our country has designated math and science education a priority and here you are, a community leader no less, advocating getting dumber. A very sorry day. Whether tongue in cheek or not, this was not the way to go."
"The Obama dumbing down of America continues!!!"
"Cry me a river. This is what narcissism, ignorance, and a lack of work ethic sound like. Yes, Mr. Grobaty, I would like fries with that."
The implication, we suppose, is that we're better fit to work as a counterman at a fast-food joint. Problem with that is, according to Romney-backers, there are no jobs.
We blame Bush.
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If only.
DS (dear son) left eye protrudes because of a NF tumor growing into the left eye, which is why he need chemo
Ds after port surgery Monday
DH (dear husband) after being attacked which caused him to become blind in his left eye. The truama caused the water sack behind the eye to rupture and also caused glaucoma
He thinks his papas patch is a toy, but if he doest were it he can't blink to protect it if ds (dear son) bops him in it
This is my made up life to create drama for your amusemet....
I wouldn't wish this on any person let alone any negative like some people on here did with me...
The picture of dh (dear husband) really tends to get people with hearts to flinch.... Night mama bears.


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General Discussion / Re: Near miss with truck on Trans-Am« on: July 04, 2012, 02:40:30 pm »
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Has anyone used liners on tours? If so, were they successful? I realize, also, that comfort will depend not only on shorts but also on my saddle and distance, but I thought I'd ask, at least.I did a 5 week tour in Europe wearing Dockers and http://www.andiamounderwear.com/mens/briefs.php padded briefs without any issues. I was on a Brooks Conquest saddle. But not all padded briefs are equal. Doing it again I probably would have brought some Tilly shorts.
You could print the ACA narrative in large type if your map case has room for it. They offer the narrative in text form to purchasers of the Great Divide route now. If they see some demand, they might do this for other routes. Meanwhile, someone with a computer and a scanner could enlarge the text from their paper map and paste up a cue sheet.


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April 8, 2012
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Another excellent smartphone from the Sony Xperia stables, This Sony mobile is a mid-ranged phone with choice features considering its price and comes in a bar shape. Sony has opted to go for the reliable Android v2.3 (Gingerbread) OS which is backed up by a 1 GHz U8500 Dual Core Cortex A-9 processor. The 512 MB RAM completes the combination to ensure that the apps on the mobile run in a smooth manner.The screen of the Sony Xperia phone is a sufficient 3.5-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen which displays images in an HVGA resolution of 480 x 320 pixels. The Sony Xperia Go comes packed with a 5 megapixel camera which is backed up by an LED flash for pictures the user would want to click in low light. Additionally, the phone is capable of HD video recording at 720p. with an internal memory of 8 GB. The memory on the phone can be expanded with a micro SD card to up to 32 GB. The phone is powered by a Li-Ion battery and promises to give the user 6 hours of talktime if used in the 2G network. On 3G, the battery lasts for a healthy talktime of 5 hours.


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7th July 2014 12:55 AM #1
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Cleaning my baby's ear !!
My younger one is a year old and is a very restless baby. He is very impatient and a very active baby. I find everything from giving him a bath to cleaning his teeth to cleaning his ears a very big thing. He runs away from me him when it comes to cleaning, be it of any sort. How do I clean his ears in the best possible way ?
7th July 2014 01:11 AM #2
Hi visita,
Thank you for posting your question here on the Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond forum.
Firstly, it is normal that your one year old does not want to keep still for these jobs. He is one and wonderfully active and ready to explore the world! Having a bath can be boring and having your teeth cleaned uncomfortable. It is fantastic that he is so interested in everything. Try to make any hygiene routines fun and part of a game. Take your time and gently follow his lead.
Do you read this article: The Terrible Trouble with Toothbrushing: A Toddler's Perspective? I have found it really helpful.
As an Audiologist, I can say that you don't need to be cleaning your baby's ears. In fact, you are actually more likely to do damage to the ears if you poke anything into them. We always say never put anything smaller than your elbow into the ear! It is just too easy to slip or cough or a child wriggles and you damage the eardrum.
Ears have a self-cleaning property; the skin in the ear canal naturally grows outwards and will bring any wax or debris with it. When any wax or debris comes into the bowl part of the ear (known as the concha) you can wipe it away with a damp flannel, but don't put anything down the actual ear canal.
If you are concerned that your baby's ears are particularly waxy then you can put a couple of drops of olive oil into the ear canal twice a week to help soften any wax. This will then naturally fall out on its own.
I hope this helps.
Warm wishes,
7th July 2014 08:24 AM #3
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Thank you so much for your valuable advice
8th July 2014 07:10 AM #4
You are very welcome visita.
Please do post back if you have any further questions.
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Published on 9th May 2012
Noel Fox is another recent recruit to our club but that hasn't stopped him hitting the ground running in a big way since joining. Altogether he has completed 5 marathons: Dublin 2008, Newry 2009, Stockholm 2011, Connemara 2012, Limerick 2012. Below see his race report on the Limerick marathon on May 6th. As a postcript to his efforts in Limerick on Sunday, Noel turned up for the Claregalway 5k on Tuesday and clocked a handy 20:49.
Well folks, my first race report. I met Mick Rice Saturday and he asked me to do a race report I said no, he turned to Claire (my wife) and said make sure he does a report, so like all good husbands I am doing as told, thanks for that Mick!!!!!
I decided to do the Great Limerick marathon as a training run towards my first stab at ultra racing in the 50K in Portumna in June. As you all know in reality there is no such thing as a training run…
I won't bore you with too many details on the day but the weather was fab and I met up with Owen Curran (the guy who shuffled around Connemara in 3hrs 5min!!) and Mick Rice out for a stroll pacing the 3hr gang down at the start. It was great to meet the lads as it always takes your mind off the race while waiting to get started.
In my mind I was targeting 3hrs 25min or better which would be a PB. I have to say both Ray and Aoife spurred me on with their great achievements in Milan.
The race got underway and I settled into a nice pace and met up with some guys running at a similar pace. We realised at 6 mile mark either the Garmin was wrong or the mile markers were wrong so I decided to up the pace a little just in case the watch was wrong. When we passed the 13.1 mat at halfway my watch was bang on with the mat and I realised I am on for 3hrs 20min so decided to keep the pace as long as possible.
Mile after mile rolled on and I seemed to be staying very strong and to my amazement I did my quickest mile at 25 mile mark. I continued to push on and felt really strong at the finish and I was thrilled to see 3hrs 18min 21sec on the watch once I caught my breath.
I do have to mention Deirdre Quinn who I heard shouting at me as she passed in the car and also met her again with the Athenry banner at mile 26. Thanks Deirdre and whoever else was there holding the banner with you.
In all honesty I was surprised to run that well, it was one of those days that all seemed to go right for me. There are many reasons my running has improved this year and I will list them below.
- Jane Ann's speed sessions are superb and I would not do this work on my own, so thanks to Jane Ann who puts in a lot of effort which benefits club members like me.
- Mick Rice marathon training plan is without doubt a big contributor to getting good times, so thanks to Mick for that.
- The people I run with regularly, Saturday morning's long runs, nights in Ryehill and the 4k loop in Athenry. There are too many to mention and I will surely leave someone out. Its great running in groups, so a big thanks to all of you...
- Also, joining the club was a great thing, you can't beat the words of wisdom and experience that people pass on.
- I suppose another big contributor is staying away from the fridge late at night, no point doing a 10 miler in Ryehill and then coming home and eating the house!!!!
Well done to all who took part in the half marathon, unfortunately I only got to see Jim Leahy powering home but I hear from Deirdre everyone achieved their goal, so well done.Category:
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Niamh Butler
9 May, 2012 - 16:03
Well done on a great time.
Well done on a great time. Saw great pictures of athenry members powering around course flying club colours. Congrats
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Marie O'C
9 May, 2012 - 18:34
Cool Beans
Congrats on a fantastic marathon, cant believe you hit Claregalway two days later. Best of luck in Portumna... hope you pen another report for us on that race!
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10 May, 2012 - 13:01
What a Great Report!
Noel - Many Congratulations on executing a great race. That you were so strong at the end speaks volumes about the quality of your training
Superb Stuff!
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owen curran
10 May, 2012 - 13:54
watching my back
now its you AND frank i need to watch out for.
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11 May, 2012 - 21:33
great run noel .
great run noel .
watch out Rambo :)
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Sinead F
13 May, 2012 - 13:22
Well done!
Great report Noel, really well done!
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14 May, 2012 - 18:55
might stuff Noel, well on
might stuff Noel, well on your way to becoming a legend!
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Internet Applications
Internet applications enable you to make full use of your Internet connection. Web browsers, Email clients, Instant Messengers, and more are included in this category.
Web Browsers
Konqueror is the default web and file browser included with Kubuntu.
Konqueror plug-ins
KGet (Download Manager) plug-in for Konqueror
KGet is a download manager for the Konqueror browser, but it can also work with Firefox as part of the FlashGot plugin.
sudo apt-get install kget
Mozilla Firefox
Mozilla Firefox is the ubiquitous web browser. Based on open source components, it is trademarked and cannot be altered or re-distributed with any change that involves the name or trademarks. Install the current version:
sudo apt-get install firefox
Firefox Plug-ins
Adblock Plus plug-in (block ads in a web page)
Adblock Plus blocks ads that appear in web pages. You can subscribe to a free filter service, and can add ads to block with a single click.
sudo apt-get install xul-ext-adblock-plus
- You can also add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Search All Add-ons -> AdBlock Plus. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
Noscript plug-in (controls scripts)
The Noscript plugin is considered one of the most important security measures for browsing the Internet. Most viruses and trojans gain access to computers from the Internet through scripts. This plugin allows you to choose which scripts to allow and blocks the rest.
- Add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Search All Add-ons -> Noscript. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
RefreshBlocker plug-in (prevents redirects)
RefreshBlocker allows the user to decide which websites (and pages) will be allowed to redirect (based on META tags within the webpage). Although Firefox (as of version 3.5) blocks all directs by default, the behavior is not customizable; it is therefore preferable to turn off the Firefox redirect control and use RefreshBlocker instead.
- Add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Search All Add-ons -> RefreshBlocker. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
- Turn off the Firefox automatic redirect blocker:
- Firefox -> Enter about:config in the browser location bar -> right-click on "accessibility:blockautorefresh" -> Toggle to change the value from true to false
User Agent Switcher plug-in for Firefox
The User Agent Switcher plugin allows a browser to masquerade as another browser, allowing (most of the time) browser-specific content to be displayed.
- You can add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Search All Add-ons -> User Agent Switcher. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
Video DownloadHelper plug-in for Firefox
The Video DownloadHelper plugin allows the download of videos (including Flash videos) from sites like YouTube.
- You can add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Search All Add-ons -> Video DownloadHelper. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
Unplug Download Management
The UnPlug add-on lets you save video and audio which is embedded on a webpage.
- You can add this extension from Firefox -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Get Add-ons -> Browse All Add-ons. (This method will also ensure that automatic updates are installed by Firefox.)
Lucifox (eBook reader extension)
Lucifox (Lucidor for Firefox) enables e-books to be read and e-book catalogs to be browsed in a Firefox window.
- To install, go to the website and click "Download Now."
Adobe Acrobat Reader for Firefox Plug-in
- Read Add Extra Kubuntu Repositories and enable the Lucid partner repository:
deb http://archive.canonical.com/ubuntu lucid partner
- then install Adobe Reader:
sudo apt-get install acroread
Adobe Flash Player for Firefox Plug-in
To install the official Adobe Flash plugin (Flash 10) for Firefox:
sudo apt-get install adobe-flashplugin
Gnash Plug-in (Open source Flash Player replacement)
Gnash is available in a 64-bit version as well as a 32-bit version. It is the open source replacement for Adobe Flashplayer.
sudo apt-get install gnash
After installing, change your web browser's Preferences -> Applications so that SWF and SPL files use Gnash.
Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Firefox plug-in
This package must be installed to run Java in Firefox, even if JRE is installed using kubuntu-restricted-extras or when installing OpenOffice.
sudo apt-get install sun-java6-plugin sun-java6-jre
Note: You must accept the license to use this product.
Kaffeine Plug-in for Firefox
This package also installs the Kaffeine player.
sudo apt-get install kaffeine-mozilla
MPlayer plug-in for Firefox
Gecko-mediaplayer has replaced the Mplayer plugin. This package also installs gnome-mplayer.
sudo apt-get install gecko-mediaplayer
VLC plug-in for Firefox
This package also installs the VLC player.
sudo apt-get install mozilla-plugin-vlc
Helix player plug-in for Firefox
This package also installs the Helix player, which is the open source player that plays Real Player content in Linux.
sudo apt-get install mozilla-helix-player
Moonlight plugin for Firefox
Moonlight is part of the Novell Mono project that is an open source implementation of Silverlight (the Microsoft multimedia presentation platform). It is based on FFMpeg. It is made to work best with the Firefox 3 web browser, as a plugin (but also works with other mozilla browsers). Version 2.2 is available as a plugin for mozilla-based browsers:
sudo apt-get install moonlight-plugin-mozilla
- The stable version 2.4 is available here. The Moonlight 3.99 plugin (compatible with most Silverlight 3/4 content) is here.
- Netflix under Moonlight
- Netflix streaming requires both the capabilities of Silverlight 2.0 and Digital Rights Management modules. Although the current version of Moonlight 2.0 will run most Silverlight content (including Netflix content), Netflix has not yet released Digital Rights Management modules for Linux. Please contact Netflix directly for further information or sign a petition.
- An HTML5 Netflix plugin (currently being developed by Google for the Chrome browser) may soon be available. Another alternative is the Netflix Android app which can be used in a virtual Android environment.
FireFTP for Firefox
FireFTP is a Firefox extension for FTP transfers.
Firefox Widgets
Turn off browser bar drop-down list in Firefox
This is the most frequently asked problem regarding Firefox. To turn off the location browser bar drop-down list (and therefore not show your browsing history):
- Firefox -> about:config (in the location browser bar) -> browser.urlbar.maxRichResults -> right-click -> Modify -> set value to 0
View Firefox cache
Enter about:cache in the Firefox address bar. You can view and save individual elements in the cache from there.
SeaMonkey is an open-source integrated internet application suite (web browser, IM (IRC) client, Email client, RSS/News reader, and web development tools). It is based on the same components as the Mozilla products (Firefox, Thunderbird, etc.) and shares the same trademark and branding restrictions. There are many plugins, similar to those for Thunderbird and Firefox. Install the current version:
sudo apt-get install seamonkey
- The browser alone can be installed:
sudo apt-get install seamonkey-browser
- The email/news client alone can be installed:
sudo apt-get install seamonkey-mailnews
- The IRC client (Chatzilla) alone can be installed:
sudo apt-get install seamonkey-chatzilla
IceApe is an open-source integrated internet application suite (including web browser, IM (IRC) client, Email client, RSS/News reader, and web development tools). It is based on the same components as the Mozilla product SeaMonkey, but has no restrictive trademark licensing, and is endorsed by the Debian project. Components can be downloaded as .deb packages and then installed. Packages include iceape, iceape-browser, iceape-mailnews, and iceape-chatzilla.
GNUzilla and IceCat
The GNU project also maintains a version of the SeaMonkey suite that is free of trademarks and branding, called GNUZilla and IceCat. .deb packages can be downloaded and installed through the GNUzilla PPA repositories
Opera is a proprietary browser and internet suite (currently free on PCs) also used in some mobile devices and gaming consoles. It includes email, an address book, IRC chat, integrated BitTorrent, and webfeeds. A limited number of plugins are also available. Download from the website and follow the instructions or install from the Opera repository:
echo "deb http://deb.opera.com/opera/ stable non-free" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/opera.list wget -O - http://deb.opera.com/archive.key | sudo apt-key add - sudo apt-get install opera
Chromium is the open source browser on which Google Chrome is based.
sudo apt-get install chromium-browser
Google Chrome
Google Chrome is Google's web browser. Based on the Chromium browser, Google adds the Google name and logo, an auto-updater system called GoogleUpdate, RLZ, and other Google add-ons. Download and install it here.
Download Managers
KGet is a versatile and user-friendly download manager.
MultiGet is a GTK-based free-standing download manager utility.
sudo apt-get install multiget
Usenet Clients
Pan is a Gnome-based Usenet reader and nzb binary downloader. Install:
sudo apt-get install pan
Kwooty is a Usenet reader and nzb binary downloader for KDE4. Installation instructions from source or PPA repositories are at the website.
Email Clients
KMail (Kontact Mail) is the default email client included with Kontact. Access it by going to
- K menu -> Office -> Kontact Personal Information Manager
- K menu -> Internet -> KMail
Kontact includes email, an address book, a calendar, reminders, pop-up notes, a link to the Akregator News/RSS reader, time-tracking, and more.
To change view mode or aggregation mode (grouping) of the message list pane, use the icons to the right of the search pane. (Configuration of this doesn't seem to be available from the settings menus.)
PGP and Kmail
PGP-encrypted messages can be emailed using Kmail. See this tutorial.
- Kmail -> Configure Kmail -> Security -> Crypto Backends
Mozilla Thunderbird is a licensed and trademarked free open-source email client that is compatible with Firefox. Install:
sudo apt-get install thunderbird
- The newest version of Thunderbird (version 3.1 or later recommended) is available by adding the PPA repositories (prior to installing):
deb http://ppa.launchpad.net/ubuntu-mozilla-security/ppa/ubuntu lucid main deb-src http://ppa.launchpad.net/ubuntu-mozilla-security/ppa/ubuntu lucid main
Lightning calendar extension
Lightning is the calendar extension for Thunderbird (with functionality similar to the stand-alone application Sunbird). It is currently available in a 32-bit version only. (If using a 64-bit OS, install the Sunbird calendar client instead.) Install by clicking on the Linux download at the website.
Enigmail is an add-on to Thunderbird that allows you to easily encrypt your email using OpenPGP, which is included in the kernel by default. It also allows you to create and manage the encryption keys. Go the website and click "Download Now". (64-bit versions are found here.) Install:
- Thunderbird -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Install -> select downloaded file
sudo apt-get install enigmail
- Also see these tips for instructions on setting up e-mail with PGP encryption.
New Mail Icon for Thunderbird
"New Mail Icon" is an experimental tray add-on which notifies you of new mail. Download from the website. Install:
- Thunderbird -> Tools -> Add-ons -> Install -> select downloaded file
Evolution is the default Gnome-based email client used in Ubuntu. Installing it will also install many Gnome components.
sudo apt-get install evolution
Akregator is the default news/RSS reader included with Kubuntu. Usage instructions are found in the Handbook.
RSSOwl is a Java-based RSS | RDF | Atom Newsfeed Reader.
Install java and in order to use the internal browser, install the packages xulrunner and firefox:
sudo apt-get install sun-java6-jre firefox xulrunner
Change to your "opt" directory:
cd /opt
Download the zip-archive into your opt directory:
sudo wget http://downloads.sourceforge.net/rssowl/rssowl-2.0.5.linux.zip
Extract the archive and remove the extracted file:
sudo unzip ./rssowl-2.0.5.linux.zip && sudo rm ./rssowl-2.0.5.linux.zip
Make a startscript:
sudo kate /usr/bin/runRSSOwl.sh
add the following lines to your startscript file /usr/bin/runRSSOwl.sh and save it afterwards.
#!/bin/bash cd /opt/rssowl ./RSSOwl
Make the startscript executable:
sudo chmod u+x /usr/bin/runRSSOwl.sh
To start RSSOwl:
Instant Messengers
Kopete is the default Instant Messenger application for KDE/Kubuntu. Webcam video capability is incorporated. You can access multiple services with it. You can access it by:
- K Menu -> Applications -> Internet -> Kopete Instant Messenger.
Kopete Styles
Additional styles for Kopete are available from KDE-look. Install from:
- Kopete -> Settings -> Configure -> Chat Window -> Style -> Get New...
GoogleTalk on Kopete
Kopete can be configured to work with GoogleTalk Instant Messaging (but not VOIP) using the Jabber protocol. See these GoogleTalk instructions.
Konversation (IRC client)
Konversation is no longer the default Internet Relay Chat (IRC) client in Kubuntu, but is highly recommended nevertheless. It functions similar to the venerable mIRC. Make sure you have ports 6667-6670 open in your firewall to use IRC (and ports 1024-1028 open to use DCC). Install:
sudo apt-get install konversation
- K menu -> Internet -> Konversation
Quassel (IRC client)
Quassel is a cross-platform IRC client currently in development and (for some reason) is now included as the default Kubuntu/KDE client. Based on the Qt platform, there is not yet any DCC implementation (which makes this client limited in usefulness) and it has many bugs. Try Konversation instead.
Pidgin is an open source IM application. It is the default in the Ubuntu (Gnome) desktop, but will work in Kubuntu (KDE). You can access multiple services with it.
sudo apt-get install pidgin
aMSN is an MSN Messenger utility that functions like the original client. Unlike Kopete, it is not made for the KDE desktop (but can be installed nevertheless). Install it:
sudo apt-get install amsn
To enable Drag-and-Drop capabilities to aMSN for easy file transfer see Ubuntu Geek.
Emesene is an MSN messenger client that uses a simplified interface similar to the original client. Unlike Kopete, it is not made for the KDE desktop (but can be installed nevertheless). Install it:
sudo apt-get install emesene
Kmess is an MSN messenger client for KDE that is an alternative to Kopete (for MSN users).
sudo apt-get install kmess
KDEuBlog (Microblogging)
KDEuBlog is a desktop widget used for microblogging on sites like Twitter and Identi.ca. The Lucid version does not have OAuth incorporated. Use Choqok instead. Install:
Widget icon (upper right corner of desktop) -> Add widgets ... -> Microblogging
Choqok (Microblogging)
Choqok is a utility used for microblogging on sites like Twitter and Identi.ca (StatusNet). It has incorporated the OAuth mechanism. Install:
sudo apt-get install choqok
- Notifications (popups/sounds) for incoming messages can be set:
- K Menu -> System -> System Settings -> Notifications -> Event Source: Choqok -> New Post Arrived -> Play a sound (ticked)
FTP Clients
Although Konqueror can use FTP via kioslaves, you might wish to use a dedicated FTP client. Also see these FTP tips.
Filezilla is the ubiquitous free open-source FTP client and server for all platforms.
sudo apt-get install filezilla
Filesharing / P2P
Do not share copyrighted material or content that is otherwise illegal to share.
KTorrent is the default BitTorrent client in Kubuntu. Also see the KTorrent wiki or these additional tips.
- K menu -> Internet -> KTorrent
Be sure to have your firewall ports open (by default 6881 and 4444).
- It is possible to use proxies with KTorrent. For example, if you have a tracker proxy at 127.0.0.1:8118 and a socks proxy at 127.0.0.1:9050, then set KTorrent to use these proxies:
- KTorrent -> Settings -> Configure KTorrent... -> Proxy
- -> HTTP:Proxy: 127.0.0.1 -> Port: 8118
- -> SOCKS: Use a SOCKS proxy server: (ticked) -> Server: 127.0.0.1 -> Port: 9050 -> Version 5 (assuming you are using socks5)
- It is possible to use encryption with KTorrent:
- KTorrent -> Settings -> Configure KTorrent... -> BitTorrent -> Encryption -> Use protocol encryption
- It is possible to use PeerGuardian 2 with KTorrent:
- KTorrent -> Plugins -> IP Filter (ticked) -> Settings -> Configure KTorrent... -> IP Filter -> Use PeerGuardian filter (ticked) -> Download/Convert
- Some older routers only allow 20 simultaneous connections or they will continually freeze (as their connection-table cache becomes full). If this occurs, decrease the maximum number of connections to 20:
- KTorrent -> Settings -> Configure KTorrent... -> Network -> Advanced: Maximum number of connection setups: 20
Azureus is a Java-based BitTorrent client.
sudo apt-get install azureus
QTorrent is a PyQT-based BitTorrent Client that is supposed to be very fast.
sudo apt-get install qtorrent
Transmission (BitTorrent Client)
Transmission is the GTK-based default BitTorrent client in Ubuntu (Gnome). KTorrent can be used in Kubuntu.
sudo apt-get install transmission
Apollon (P2P Filesharing)
Apollon is an older BitTorrent client oriented towards KDE. It uses plugins for compatibility with multiple networks.
sudo apt-get install apollon gift
KMLDonkey (P2P eMule/eDonkey2000 Client)
KMLDonkey is a KDE frontend for MLDonkey, the P2P file sharing program (and network) that is able to use different network protocols.
sudo apt-get install kmldonkey mldonkey-server