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6. In the traffic pattern, a pilot is most susceptible to an inadvertent spin when turning ____ to ____.
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Romantic drama in another fandom
I hate the word fandom. I can't think of another one to replace it. The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones is scheduled for release in August. It's the first film in the adaptation of the book series. Did you read them? I tried. Wasn't feeling it. But many did. And, well, this shouldn't surprise you but Mortal Instruments has its share of Twi-Hards too. Full Story
Best MET Eyebrows: Lily Collins
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Here's how you do a bold eyebrow for Punk Night at the MET Gala. Lily already has famously thick eyebrows. And she built around them for the evening. The dress is Moschino. It's reasonably dark and gothy. Unlike Ginnifer Goodwin, it's a great accent for what's happening on her face. Full Story
The Thinnification of Lily Collins
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Lily Collins is the star of the upcoming The Mortal Instruments film series, based on the YA books by Cassandra Clare. The first installment is due in August. You previously saw her in last year's Mirror, Mirror. Collins has tried the celebrity spawn reality show thing, she's tried journalism, and now the goal is a franchise, to occupy a place in Hollywood somewhere around Kristen Stewart and Jennifer Lawrence. Full Story
Beautiful Beyonce and eyebrows
PEOPLE has named Beyonce the Most Beautiful Woman to cover their 2012 issue. Last year it was Jennifer Lopez. But it's an easy choice, non? Beyonce IS indeed beautiful.Beyonce also just had a Blue Ivy Carter. So you get an exclusive interview out of the selection and all kinds of gushing about the wonderfulness of motherhood. Full Story
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Vanity Fair: The Hollywood Issue 2012
On the front cover:Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Mia Wasikowska, Rooney Mara. On the inside flaps:Elizabeth Olsen, Adepero Oduye, Shailene Woodley, Paula Patton, Felicity Jones, Lily Collins, and Brit Marling.Shot by Mario Testino. Are you bored?I am bored. And I love most of these women. But it's just. Full Story
Mirror Mirror is beyond second-hand embarrassing
When I wrote about ending the Snow White "war" last week, I said it was over not because one movie was better than the other, but because they're targeting totally different demographics and there would be little audience crossover. (Really, Relativity needs to worry about Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, starring Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton, as it comes out just two weeks before Mirror, Mirror. Full Story
That's the rating for Taylor Lautner's Abduction on Rotten Tomatoes. 3%!I don't think I've ever seen it go lower than 5. I mean, I'm sure there are films who've scored less, and I'm sure you'll know-it-all all over my inbox to prove it, but 3%, that's quite an achievement. Full Story
MTV Emmas: bitchface and backstage
All of us wondered during the liveblog if Emma Watson bitchfaced Emma Stone during Stone's acceptance speech last night. Watson was seated behind Hailee Steinfeld. And Hailee Steinfeld was clapping like she'd never been let out of the house before which...that might be true. As Duana noted, juxtaposed with that kind of enthusiasm, Watson's unamused expression seemed extra crusty. Full Story
December Boy goes on a date
Taylor Swift performed Back to December last night at the CMAs. The song is widely believed to be about Taylor Lautner. They were dating around this time last year. And then, according to the lyrics, she was a bitch and broke his heart, even though he was really, really into her. In other words, Taylor Swift dumped Taylor Lautner. Full Story

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Highlights from Trial By Fire's Live Show
Charlotte-based rockers Trial by Fire – A Tribute to Journey named themselves after a project some might consider a failure. In 1996, the band behind "Don't Stop Believin'," "Lights," and "Any Way You Want It," came together after a decade spent pursuing solo material to release the album Trial by Fire, and they hoped to support it with a flashy new tour and a line of gourmet popcorn. But then Steve Perry injured his hip, and the tour was scrapped. Trial by Fire – A Tribute to Journey picks up where that story ends, creating a high-energy concert experience that imagines the sights and sounds of a vintage-1996 band that never hit the road. Lead singer Ernie Shepherd—his voice a vigorous stand-in for Perry's soaring tenor—traverses the stage confidently and welcomes audience sing-alongs as he belts out hit after hit in front of four other hard-rocking musicians. Shepherd has spent nearly a lifetime preparing for the role: on the band's website, he says that the first record he ever bought was Escape.
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There are approximately 30,000 RNs and 12,000 LPNs working in nursing in Oklahoma. Public health nurses help "Shape Your Future" through the health department services they provide such as immunizations, nutrition, child guidance, disease and injury prevention and treatment, and health education in medical facilities, schools, and local clinics.
The OSDH and the _____ County Health Department support and encourage employers to also use the National Nurses Week observance as an opportunity to recognize their nurse employees through programs and events. "We salute their dedication, commitment and service to the people of _____ County," said_____ County Health Department Administrative Director _____.
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SINISTER SIX Movie Has a Release Date
Last week I saw some rumors about Sony Pictures' Sinister Six film being cancelled. I never posted the rumors because it sounded like pure speculation, and it was. The studio has announced that they will release the villainous Spider-Man spin-off film on November 11th, 2016. The Amazing Spider-Man 3 will follow a couple years later and is going to be released in 2018. It was supposed to be June 10th, 2016, but Sony moved their Uncharted film adaptation into that spot.
Drew Goddard (Cabin in the Woods) is attached to write the film, which will expand the Spider-Man cinematic universe. He may end up directing it as well.
The supervillains first appeared in 1964, and they included Doctor Octopus, Electro, Kraven the Hunter, Mysterio, Sandman, and the Vulture. I assume Spider-Man is also going to be a main character in this film. I don't see how they could make a movie without him. Both projects will be produced by Avi Arad and Matt Tolmach.
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( b. Sep 17, 1938 Silver City, New Mexico, USA - d. Dec 01, 2008 Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA ) Male
In an acting troupe that included Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, and Al Pacino, the person who stood out more than any other in the Theatre Company of Boston during the 1960s was Paul Benedict. The long-jawed actor found a touch of menace in the most comic parts and a touch of the absurd in the most serious roles.
Mr. Benedict, who also acted locally with the American Repertory Theatre, would have his own share of success on television and in the movies, playing the English neighbor Harry Bentley on the CBS series "The Jeffersons" from 1975 to 1985. He also appeared in the Christopher Guest comedies "This Is Spinal Tap," "Waiting for Guffman," and "A Mighty Wind."
Mr. Benedict grew up in Boston and attended Suffolk University. He became a regular at the Theatre Company of Boston from 1963 to 1968 before moving to New York. He also often appeared with Robert Brunstein (ART founder) in readings together at the Vineyard Playhouse in Martha's Vineyard.
His last ART performance was in May 2007, in Pinter's "No Man's Land." He played Hirst, a character facing his mortality. "It didn't matter that it was a part made famous by Ralph Richardson," said David Wheeler, who directed the show. "He was undaunted."
In the Times interview, Mr. Benedict expressed no bitterness over being typecast as an oddball. What he said of playing the pompous Professor Fleeber in the film, "The Freshman," could describe his approach to all his roles: "I try to make each of the characters different. I think the trick is to cement in the reality, to make it logical and real to yourself. Once there's a reality, I think you can make it as crazy as you want it to be."
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Concentração industrial e produtividade do trabalho na indústria de transformação nos anos 90: evidências empíricas
This paper discusses the evolution of industrial concentration from 1985 to 1998. In the first part we associate this discussion to the degree of technological intensity in industry. To conduct this investigation, we had to make comparable the industrial classification in 1985, 1994 and 1998. After that, we classified all the industrialsectors according to the intensity in technology. In the second and third parts of this paper we discuss the association of employment and technological intensity and productivity and industrial concentration. We add to this last discussion an investigation about concentration and the participation of foreign capital in industry.
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This 100% non-smoking Richmond, British Columbia hotel is less than five kilometers from the Vancouver International Airport, the Richmond Center and Van Dusen Gardens. Ideally situated minutes from many British Columbia attractions, downtown Richmond and the nearby Chinatown area offer a variety of shopping and dining for guests to enjoy.
Take a tour of Victoria on Vancouver Island or Whistler, departing only steps from the hotel or spend the day at Jericho Beach and Kits Beach, only seven kilometers away. Guests will also enjoy a relaxing afternoon strolling in Stanley Park or the Queen Elizabeth Park and Gardens. Other nearby attractions include the Vancouver Aquarium, the H.R. MacMillan Space Center and Granville Island. The Best Western Abercorn Inn is also located only three and a half kilometers from the Vancouver International Ai
Enjoy spacious, elegant accommodations, full-service amenities and superior customer service at the Best Western Abercorn Inn. Start the morning off with a complimentary continental breakfast before taking advantage of other hotel amenities such as the exercise facility, business center and meeting/banquet facilities accommodating up to 200 guests. Enjoy a quick drink with friends at the onsite cocktail lounge and restaurant. This greater Vancouver area hotel also offers a complimentary airport shuttle running 21 hours a day. Pets are welcome!
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It was pretty much a formality when The Associated Press named New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady its AP Comeback Player of the Year back in January, just a few days after the season concluded. Brady came back from a serious knee injury in Week 1 of the 2008 season to throw for 4,398 yards and 28 touchdowns. I think it was obvious he'd come back and perform well, sealing this award early on, but did we know that Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Cadillac Williams was going to have as good a year as he had, and finish just a few votes behind Brady?
Not a chance. Fantasy footballers trusted Brady so much they made him the No. 2 quarterback in standard leagues last season and a second-round draft pick. Williams was way, way off the radar. He wasn't among ESPN's top 60 running backs, as free agent Derrick Ward was a new acquisition from the New York Giants, and Earnest Graham was the incumbent he'd have to beat out. Williams had barely played in 2007 and 2008, recovering from two devastating knee injuries.
Williams finished 25th among running backs in standard fantasy scoring last season, and as ESPN NFC South blogger Pat Yasinkas noted recently, he did this for an awful team that was a mess in terms of offensive leadership and its offensive line. Now Williams is the unquestioned starter, quarterback Josh Freeman is a year older, the defense is improved and according to the Tampa Tribune, Williams figures to increase his carries to 20 to 25 per game. Last season Williams averaged 13 rushes per contest.
I was obviously a bit too high on Ward last season, as he ended up on far too many of my fantasy teams, and turned out to be a bust, but the Buccaneers want to establish a strong running game; few expected Williams would be the one doing so. Now I think he's a bit underrated, after taking the job in Week 1 and pretty much running with it.
Expectations should be higher this season, and I think we'll see Williams get more touches, and do more with them. Ward and Clifton Smith enter training camp as clear backups, while Graham is the fullback. I see more than 1,000 rushing yards, six touchdowns and enough value to make Williams a No. 3 running back. He's being chosen as the No. 39 running back in ESPN average live drafts (it is early, though), just outside the top 100 overall. In my rankings Williams is No. 27 at running back, ahead of Reggie Bush (injuries), Clinton Portis (crowded backfield), Ben Tate (rookie!) and LaDainian Tomlinson (backup), among others.


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Twenty funniest and most adorable John Green quotes
1. The best way to know when your asparagus is done is when you're bored and don't want to wait to eat it.
2. Breast cancer is a made of suck disease that attacks one of my very favourite organs of ladies.
3. Albert Einstien was a Physicist. Not a quotation generation machine.
4. Dora, you're weird. You're a toddler, you should be inside.
5. Doctor pepper ten. It's not for women. It's for apparently, misogynists.
6. Hank, if you could be an athlete, who would you be? This would challenge Hank's ability to name an athlete.
7. The venn diagram of boys who don't like smart girls and boys you don't wanna date is a circle.
8. There are going to be some people in your life who do not wanna kiss you.
9. When I was a kid, I believed that the definition of "Rich" was that you had stairs in your house.
10. Oh my god, I am a banana.
11. Whenever I would bring a girlfriend home, mom would show her my baby pictures and say, "Look at that tiny penis! When he came out of my body, I was like are you sure that's a boy?" and I would call up Mad Eye Moody and be like, "I'm gonna need a disillusionment charm. ASAP."
12. I don't wanna film the yeti because I think her cute will break the camera.
13. I am very bad at video games, but I'm very passionate about them.
14. If you're not the person giving birth, it's time for you to say "You're doing awesome!" and then faint.
15. Hank, I've been thinking about this. What is keeping you from being the next Justin Beiber.
16. Whenever you're furious with your parents, just remember that you vomited on them, and they kept you.
17. Next you'll tell me that six to the fifth power is not four.
18. Fishing boat proceeds are the unicorn of my tax returns!
19. I'm very lazy, not that I don't work hard, but I don't move much.
20. Even though my baby is gonna have a doofus for a dad, he's gonna have an awesome mom. And an awesome Uncle Hank and Aunt Katherine.


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You don't need acres of space to cultivate your own top fruit, but if you've only got room for one large container, you will be faced with an agonising decision. Do you go for a golden quince, a dazzling cherry, or a simple yet satisfying old-fashioned apple? Whatever your decision, once you've mastered the basics of training and pruning, their fruit-laden boughs will bear bountiful fruit for years to come.
Pruning: whether the fruits form on new or old wood, annual pruning will keep your tree focused and productive.
Waterlogging: fruit trees need free-draining, moist soil but don't respond well to waterlogged sites. A spring mulch will help them through any dry spells.
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Summer-fruiting varieties attract wasps and all fruits are coveted by birds. Their wood is also susceptible to disease. Regular and ruthless pruning is the only cure.


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Kate's Recycled Style For Canada Day (Updated with Shoe Information)
Once again Kate goes shows her thrifty nature, opting for recycled style with one of her most notable looks, the Reiss Nanette dress.
Kate's fascinator wowed the crowds, the Maple Leaves on top are a wonderful way to acknowledge her hosts.
The Nanette is a busy garment with a cascading ruffle down the front, exposed zipper, overlapping petals on the skirt and three-quarter sleeves. As we originally noted in describing the dress, it is unremarkable on the hangar and needs to be tried on to appreciate the detailing.
This is not one our favorite looks, there is simply too much going on. The dress is not terribly flattering and a length that was fine for engagement photos is too short for a Duchess.
Above we see Kate and William at this morning's Citizenship Ceremony, part of the Canada Day festivities.
This is one of several hats made specifically for the Tour by Sylvia Fletcher for Lock & Company. Another new piece seen today, Kate's Anya Hindmarch 'Fan' Clutch.
If hoping to snag one of these for yourself, it is probably too late: they sold out almost immediately online.
Kate also repeated her earrings, they are from Kiki McDonough's Grace collection. The 'new' jewelry is the enormous diamond Maple Leaf Brooch.
Of course the brooch is not a new piece, the Queen has worn it for decades, starting with a 1951 trip to Canada – when she was Princess Elizabeth.
UPDATED 8pm EDT 7.1.2011: We believe the Duchess was actually wearing the Albini Square Cut Court Shoe as seen at Hobbs.
The shoe is leather, comes in red or black and
is was very reasonably priced; it is was on sale for £54.00, it was originally £135.00. Unfortunately the shoe is already sold out online. The only unresolved issue remains the shoes. Our wise friends over at the Kate Middleton Style Blog shared two *very good* possibilities, the Rupert Sanderson NYM pump at My Theresa. And the other idea from KMSB is the Stella McCartney Faux Patent at Harvey Nichols. At this point we aren't sure about the shoes, and are going to continue to hunt.
Thanks to Rose & Nikki on Facebook, blog commenters Nikki & Jessica, Perfect_Sinner, Ella Kay, Channii_Middie, TheDuchessStyle and Marina for their kind assistance with this one, with a special tip of the sartorial hat to Kate Middleton Style Blog.
44 Responses to "Kate's Recycled Style For Canada Day (Updated with Shoe Information)"
Just wondering if you have any info on the necklace she is wearing. She has wore it a lot on the Canadian tour and I'm wondering where she got it and what it looks like more closely. Thanks!
And love the website!
Kate needs to retire that white dress for good! Looked great in the photo, but fits her very poorly. It's got to go!!!
I think this is quite the mess. The dress is too short, particularly with the split hem, and the design of the dress when seen from the front is all over the place. The leaves on the hat (ugh, so literal), stripes on the clutch, hot contrast between the red hat and the white dress. . . all too much. There's a touch of the silly here, veering slightly toward tacky. Not sure what kind of mood she was in.
Hi, I see Kate is going on with the white trend, and I think this colour flatters her. Besides, it was time to let us see the Mythological Nanette dress in other occasions than a photo.
She is stunning in this ensemble, even if it is undeniable that she likes to show her legs: guess she the member of the royal family with the shortest kirts ever seen. I don't find this unappropriate,but – on the other hand – hope she will give a stop wearing espadrillas and very very little flower dresses on formal occasions.
Fantastic site! Great work.
Also really glad that you think the Nanette dress too busy – thought it was just me
"there is simply too much going on": exactly my thoughts! the dress, the hat and the purse… a bit too much everywhere. certainly not my favourite…
A bit of history for the Maple Leaf Brooch. I quate from the National Post.
"originally presented to Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother on her own visit to Canada in 1939″ So this goes a lot further back than originally thought.
Hey everyone!
I love this site like all of you, but I have to tell you something. I went to Reiss today in Los Angeles on Robertson Blvd. And there I saw 3 of the white Nanette dresses! I also saw the white dress she wore under the white jacket (OMG – I don't know all the names of these dresses and all the places). But it's the dress that comes in orange too. There were 5 of those! Women! She's coming to LA in a few days and she'll be right down the street in Beverly Hills! What if she decides she needs to do a little shopping at one of her favorite stores and sees all these dresses are not sold out! Seriously, it would be a little embarrassing for Los Angeles. We love you too Kate! Everyone, if you know someone who wants one of these they appear to be available, although they are in the larger sizes (US 8, 10, 12). I think we should avoid having to explain this situation.
Love you all! This site is so fun!
I really like the dress and don't think it's too short at all. However, it's way to frilly for such a festive hat. She would have been better off wearing a plainer white dress.
I don't get why she's always carrying a clutch. Surely she could leave it in the car or ask one of their staff to carry it for her?
I'm privileged to join in the discussion after so many wise and thoughtful remarks have been made. Let me see — not wild about the dress but I prefer white to red. Red would have been too matronly, in my opinion. Perhaps the hat was a touch over the top but really, how does one cope with a red maple leaf? It was iconic and a lovely gesture to her hosts — her new Canadian family.
Overall, a good effort — I think it must be very difficult to dress to such a specific occasion — and whereas I think the straw bag was a bit informal, she's 29 not 59 and why shouldn't she interject a bit of her own personality. The shoes were dazzling — and well worth the hunt.
I like all the comments: I don't think they're disrespectful, I think everyone here is very appreciative of the thought and time that the Duchess of Cambridge puts into her working wardrobe.
This is a greet site, but sometimes you all can be too critical. Bottom line Kate is a beautiful young woman with a fantastic figure. Why not show it off and who cares if it's not perfect, she looks fantastic!!!
I agree something too much going on but too be fair it's hard to pull off an outfit incorporating red, white, and maple leaves (being Canadian, I know!). For me it's the shoes–her favourite neutral LK Bennett pumps/court shoes would have helped tone down the outfit.
ps. Adore this site!
Each piece is lovely – taken individually – but, worn together, they look confused and disjointed.
Kate is still lovely, though. :0)
Sarah x
This dress looks awesome in the engagement picture.
But with Kate walking around and seeing it on her… the dress just looks limp to me, like it's just hanging on her. It doesn't flatter Kate's figure at all. It accentuate how thin she has become, I almost feel like the dress is too big on her.
But I love the maple leaf hat and the clutch, they're fun.
the length that was fine for engagement photos is too short for a Duchess.
So what would you designate as the "appropriate" length for a Duchess? Is there a rule book?
The straw clutch does not seem appropriate, but the headpiece is delicious, I think we'll see even without the maple leaves.
Though I originally found the Stella shoe and posted it on one of the comments on the facebook page, this picture has just been released : http://www.gettyimages.co.uk/detail/117861750/Getty-Images-Entertainment which means its neither the Stella or the Rupert Sanderson.. alas back to the drawing board!
When did Kate become so attractive? I mean, she has been around for years, but since her wedding, she is just stunning.
[...] There's currently no consensus on Kate's shoes, but I'm leaning towards this red Stella McCartney pair that What Kate Wore posted: [...]
I think this whole look is just a mess. The dress looked lovely on the photos, but not so much at the event. The maple leaf hat and the maple leaf brooch is too much, either one of those would have been enough. And I am not even going to say anything about the clutch, it is just horrible. And I think she should stick with the higher heels.
I happen to really enjoy the fashion commentary. I see some blogs that just post the clothes and I think it is more fun when you highlight pieces from a sartorial perspective. It gets a conversation flowing. So keep it up!
I liked Kate's white dress, until it gets to the bottom. Something just seems weird about how it tucks and gathers and pulls up.
its neither shoe…here's a close up…
You can see the shoe here
I must have those shoes, although I typically don't wear less than 4″ heels. Those are gorgeous. Kate has such great taste in clothes! The only critique I would have about this outfit would perhaps that the purse was a little informal, but, really, she looked great.
I agree with those who have commented; I think she looks fantastic, as usual! I love how thrifty she is, it's an encouragement to us "normal" folks who have to wear our clothes more than once : ). She knows how to wear an outfit again, but make it look fresh and beautiful even the second or third time around. Brilliant! I especially love the hat.
I don't mind the dress, I just thought the whole ensemble was a little too much. The fascinator on its own would have been fine. Then throw in the competing bag, the brooch, the red shoes; it's just too much for my tastes. Also, in all the pics I've seen, the shoes look much more tomatoey (is that a word? I think not) than the hat. Like the shades don't match.
Whatever, she gets points for trying. But it's not living up to Jackie Kennedy's suit designed to match the Mounties' jackets.
Thanks so much for sharing your blog with us!
hmmm – I am also not a fan of the fit of this dress – although very much a fan that she is recycling. This was a dress only seen in one photo previously so I really like that she is wearing it "out". I don't think the bodice does her any favors. The wrinkle looks like it needs to be straightened even though it is obviously sewn in that way. I must admit that I think the purse is very distracting from the elegance of the ensemble. Seems like an odd piece. The length doesn't bother me. I love the hat. Would love to see her in all red. That would be striking. I disagree with the above comments about nit picking. I enjoy seeing everyone's opinions. Just because I don't think this dress is fantastic doesn't mean I'm not a huge Kate fan.
I agree with the "busy" though I think it is less because of the dress and more because she wears more accessories than usual and that combined with the stark color contrast and detailed dress makes for busy. Without necklace, brooch and a simpler clutch, it might have been a little less so.
As for the length, I disagree. I tend to view such things in perspective though. Viewing it in the context of only today, okay, maybe borderline. But in context: The girl hasn't hit 30 yet, it is summer, she usually wears longer dresses and this is one of the shortest looks and she's really tall and this is an off the rack look – considering that, I think it's just fine.
I think a huge part of Kate's mass appeal is that absolutely anyone can throw together the looks she wears. This fact is either terribly exciting or terribly disappointing.
What about her necklace?
Oh no Kate!!! What is this creation???? I have to agree with our esteemed administrator. There is just too much going on here. In the engagement pics, this dress was lovely; however, Kate was artfully turned to the side and you couldn't truly discern how short the dress was. It was the perfect dress for a picture where you can be "posed" accordingly. However, for an out in public event…this skirt is definitely too short…and too many extras!!!! The hat is lovely…but, maybe with a more simple sheath dress? The fabric of the Reiss dress seems more sophisticated and it just doesn't go with a straw purse in my mind. The Reiss dress would be better with a little satin/rhinestone type of clutch. I'm a fan of the hat, love the clutch and love the shoes…Kate just needed a different dress to look right with those accessories!!
The length of the dress looked appropriate on the escalator, but it does seem to ride up when she is walking and raising her arm to wave.
The colors of her attire make perfect sense, but the execution is a little too '80s, and the fan bag is just off. A plain white clutch would have looked much more regal and classic. Personally, I really don't love this look as a whole.
That said, I do like this dress on her. I just wish she had chosen a more simple white dress for this particular occasion.
I have to disagree that it is an unflattering style for Kate. I think the cut of the dress shows off her figure very well. Though I do agree that it looks a bit short when she is sitting down. I have to say I think the look is great for the events of the day and the maple leaf fascinator is a nice touch!
I like when you spot Kate's clothes, but not when you provide commentary on them. Then it just feels like you are nit-picking her apart – which is already being done to death and is massively destructive – and creates a negative atmosphere on an otherwise fun blog.
Fwiw, when standing the dress is only 2″ above her knee, which is completely appropriate.
I LOVE her outfit. I think she look perfect!! The maple leaf hat and clutch are amazing!!
I thought she looked fabulous & wonderfully dressed to celebrate my country's birthday! I'm really impressed with how she and William worked the crowds…she seemed very much at ease given this is her first official overseas visit. Can't wait to see what she wears for the rest of their tour!


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Visiting the Museum of Modern Art in NYC is a full day affair, so be sure to plan your vacation itinerary appropriately. Theres been quite a buzz since the MoMAs returned to Midtown Manhattan, (it held a short two year stint in Queens as a new building was under construction) thanks to Yoshio Taniguchis revolutionary gallery design. Branching rooms and expansive quarters showcase everything from Cezanne to Rauschenburg. This 600,000 square foot facility is almost as beautiful as the art found inside to be sure to revel in its beauty afer leaving your New York City car rental, before entering the museum. Integrated granite, glass and aluminum facades give this building an elegant and sophisticated air, while at the same time maintaining its modern feel.
MoMa HistoryThe Museum of Modern Art was opened in the later 1920s thanks to three influential art patrons Miss Lillie Bliss, Mrs. Cornelius Sullivan and Mrs. John Rockefeller Jr. These three forward thinking women were dedicated to creating a museum devoted exclusively to modern art, challenging the conservative policies of most other traditional museums. The founding Director of the Museum of Modern Art was Alfred H. Barr Jr., a man who shared in the ladies vision. New York City fell in love with the MoMA as soon as it opened to the public in 1929, much to the delight of Bliss, Sullivan and Rockefeller. Today the MoMA continues to push the envelope of artist acceptance, displaying a wide variety of modern works, including some very contemporary names.
Inside the Museum of Modern ArtInside the MoMA youll find more than just amazing artworks, awe-inspiring sculptures and fabulous prints. Inside the MoMA are exquisite restaurants and cafs, brilliant shops and wonderful audio programs that are perfect for all types of visitors. So park that New York City car rental and prepare to spend the day marveling at all sorts of beautiful creations including your lunchtime snack! Eateries located within the Museum of Modern Art include:
- Caf 2
- The Modern
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Upcoming Exhibits at the MoMAIf youre planning on reserving your New York City car rental during the months of June, July, August or September, expect to see these wonderful exhibits on display at the MoMA:
- Friedlander
This exhibit features countless photographs by world-renowned photographer Lee Friedlander.
- Pioneering Modern Painting: Cezanne and Pissarro 1865-1885
This major exhibit displays the work of Cezanne and Pissarro in the context of their distinct artist relationship.
- Mount St. Helens: Photographs by Frank Gohlke
This exhibit includes 43 black and white photographs chronically the aftermath of the violent 1980 volcanic eruption.


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Jason Aldean's professional winning streak continued in 2013, with three more top-10 singles from his "Night Train" album and a male vocalist award from the Academy of Country Music.
But his personal life took a hit during the year as well, filing for divorce from his high school sweetheart and wife of nearly 12 years.
As the 36-year-old begins to formulate his sixth studio album, due out later this year, will those trials and tribulations show up in his music?
"The music may reflect it a little bit, but to me, stuff happens," he said from his home in Nashville. "It's a done deal and I don't dwell on those things. I'm all right. I don't think about that."
Aldean said he's unsure whether fans will read anything into the lyrics or the music in the upcoming album.
"Whatever. That's in the eye of the beholder, I guess," he said. "People can think whatever they want. My feeling is that I'm going to go record an album and I'm going to find the best songs I can find.
"It's about the best songs, whatever they might be," he continued. "People can dissect it all they want, I guess, but at the end of the day, hopefully it's a great record."
Aldean brings his "Night Train" tour to the iWireless Center in Moline this weekend. It's a continuation of the tour he began in February. He's onstage both Saturday and Sunday nights, the first time a country act has played the arena on back-to-back days. While both shows are considered virtual sellouts, seats for each may become available after stage configurations are set.
"It kind of makes you pump your chest out a little bit and feel pretty proud about it," the Georgian said of turning the concert double play.
"It's a good feeling to be able to do it one night, but when you can do it on back-to-back nights ..., it shows that people are on your side and like what you do. That's a good feeling."
Last week, Aldean announced his summer "Burn it Down" tour, which begins May 1 and includes four Major League Baseball ballparks. Aldean headlined during 2013 at Chicago's Wrigley Field and Boston's Fenway Park.
His summer tour will help hype his upcoming album, which is partially completed, with no release date set — although Aldean is banking on late summer or early fall.
"For me it's always the sooner the better," he said. "I think, hopefully, we'll put out a new single off it in the next few months and kind of let the single dictate when the album comes out."
Aldean said he doesn't see a major change of course with his album, which follows up five platinum-selling CDs, beginning with his self-titled album in 2005.
"I kind of view it the way I view every album I've ever done," he said. "You want to go in and push the envelope a little bit, but never get away from what it is that brought you to the dance.
"People are used to hearing what I do, but, like always, there are things out there that are going to be a little different, not right down the middle," he added.
While most of Aldean's fans were focused on his music, he made his acting debut in the Western "Sweetwater," which starred Ed Harris and January Jones from "Mad Men."
"I'd like to dive a little bit more into the acting stuff," he said. "Music's my No. 1 thing and that's what I love to do, and do for a long time. But there's things like the acting stuff that are cool to dabble in."
Aldean also sees a future as a producer, with visions of nurturing new acts until they make it in Nashville.
"I'll always be in the music business for sure," he said. "But I want to step outside the box, have some fun and do some things that are out of my comfort zone.
"We'll see what comes along."


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I have watched the Joni Mitchell specials on PBS where, in interviews, she is proven to be rather strange and off-putting. I have read the Joni Mitchell tirades against the music industry—the industry, let's be clear, that made her a wealthy woman—and I have let them slide off my shoulders. I have muddled through the string arrangements on her standards collection so I could hear her make a go at "Stormy Weather". I have scrunched my ears at the guitar-synth stylings on Tame the Tiger when I knew she could (and should) have played the whole thing on her trusty acoustic.
Through all these trials I have endured. I—like millions of you out there—am an unabashed Joni Mitchell fanatic. I like her in almost every setting—spare and accompanied only by piano on "River"; jazzed by Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius and Michael Brecker on a live "Goodbye Porkpie Hat"; pop music shiny on "Big Yellow Taxi"; or arty and obscure on the song cycle that is Hejira. She was one step ahead of everyone all through her career. When Judy Collins and Joan Baez were busy ruining the female folk-singer pose, Joni was already a highly personal singer-songwriter. When Jackson Browne and James Taylor were turning "singer-songwriter" into a Southern California cliché, Joni was already making records with jazzy accompaniment that went beyond the sincere. Then, when Steely Dan was turning its jazz-rock style into a perfectionist's wet dream, Joni was collaborating with a genuine jazz genius in Charlie Mingus. Joni was hipper than you by a factor of 10, she could write hits (or not if she chose), and she had an octave-leaping voice from a mountaintop. I love Joni. I will always love Joni.
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Songs of a Prairie Girl
US: 26 Apr 2005
UK: 9 May 2005
So how, then, do I judge the latest personal collection of her songs? Songs of a Prairie Girl was put together by Joni for the centennial celebration of Saskatchewan, Canada, her hometown. The songs were selected because they are "material that is either inspired by or is directly reflecting my childhood", sez Ms. Mitchell. Lots of cold, that means. Lots of obliquely explained youthful reflection. Yeah, yeah—whatever. Thirteen Joni Mitchell songs, so how can you go wrong?
Mostly, you can't. The fun of these compilations (this one follows 2004's The Beginning of Survival, devoted to her later work, and Dreamland, a career retrospective in one disc that could barely scratch the surface) is considerable but fleeting. If you took all Joni's work, put it on your iPod and then hit "shuffle", well, you could make these albums yourself. They'd be pretty terrific albums. But are they anything more than a touch of the shuffle?
Not really. The childhood/geographic "theme" of Prairie Girl will be lost on you the moment you get caught up in Joni's hypnotic voice. What remains beyond the original recordings is fairly thin. The sequencing of the tracks—no doubt carefully mulled by Mitchell herself—is random or even possibly vexing. The lack of chronology is not a problem per se, but it's hard to get used to the abrupt changes of style and accompaniment as you move from track to track. The easy mid-career groove of "Song for Sharon" is sandwiched between a hopelessly overdone orchestral remix/expansion of "Paprika Plains" (from Mitchell's brilliant but peculiar Don Juan's Reckless Daughter) and the spare "River" (from her everybody's-favorite classic Blue). With no logic to fall back on, the collection simply seems random.
This disc contains two of Mitchell's orchestra-based pieces. "Cherokee Louise", from 2002's Travelogue is a reasonable argument for the "late" Joni, as she reinterprets a song from the 1980s in a manner that plays to her deeper register and her jazzier phrasing. Just to hear more of Wayne Shorter's soprano saxophone accompanying Joni makes this track worthy of inclusion. "Paprika Plains", sitting smack in the middle of the album, however, is harder to swallow—the strings swelling to kill time over a harmonically obtuse and, mostly, uninteresting groove. This "remix" seems to wed Mitchell's two most self-indulgent impulses—to record with a large orchestra and to noodle instrumentally like the jazz musicians she so admired (and who so admired her) over the years.
So, if this is not Joni Mitchell at her very best, who should consider picking up Prairie Girl? Mitchell completists will want the new "Paprika Plains", though that's a thin reed on which to hang a $15 purchase. Canadians will enjoy hearing Joni sing things like "Come in From the Cold" (the last track), reaffirming that Mitchell is indeed a Maple Leaf Gal. Young folk not yet hip to Joni might enjoy the shuffle-mix quality of this collection, but can I responsibly recommend it over a perfect original album like Court and Spark or over the two brilliant live albums (Miles of Aisles and Shadows and Light) that cover her greatest years as an artist? No way, man, no way.
The music on this collection demands a high "score" from a reviewer. But the collection itself has little purpose. With Joni retired from music completely—no more composing, no more recording, no more performing—these collections are all we're going to get from here out. But, frankly, her 30-year career was more than enough. I love Joni Mitchell. There's nothing she can do to tarnish her artistic legacy. But releasing nearly pointless collections like this one doesn't burnish the legacy either.
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Clinical Trial Design in Otitis Media: an Overview
Clinical Trial Design in Otitis Media: an Overview
In the past 25 years the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has published draft guidances on the design and conduct of clinical trials in acute otitis media (AOM). Advances in the understanding of AOM, a better sense of the science of clinical trials, lessons learned from recent drug development programs, and comments from Anti-Infective Drugs Advisory Committee members have highlighted a need to readdress key issues in the design of clinical trials in otitis media. The emergence of pathogens with decreased susceptibility to commonly used antibacterial agents has also added urgency.
The 1998 Draft Guidance to Industry on otitis media specifies that trials in AOM may be superiority or non-inferiority trials. The majority of studies in AOM have been non-inferiority trials. The Guidance suggests two types of designs for trials for the registration of drugs for AOM. The first is a comparative trial in which investigators make the diagnosis of AOM based on strict clinical criteria alone, without the help of microbiologic information obtained by tympanocentesis. The endpoints in this trial are clinical only, based on the resolution of signs and symptoms.
The second kind of study specified in the 1998 Guidance is a microbiology trial that employs tympanocentesis at baseline to establish the bacterial etiology of AOM. This study identifies the specific genus and species of the causative pathogens. The second trial may be non-comparative. The suggested endpoints of this type of trial are microbiologic, based on the eradication or presumed eradication of pathogens, as well as resolution of signs and symptoms in patients with and without documented bacterial disease. The Guidance does not recommend routine repeat tympanocentesis in all patients. However, it encourages repeat tympanocentesis in patients judged to be therapeutic failures, in order to determine bacterial persistence or superinfection.
Several sponsors have performed clinical trials in otitis media based on the 1998 Guidance. The FDA Anti-Infective Drugs Advisory Committee has discussed these trials. Committee members have made the following comments on clinical trial design for otitis media:
Inability to ensure that enrolled patients have otitis due to a bacterial etiology may, in a non-inferiority active-controlled trial, lead to the false conclusion that two drugs are similar in efficacy when, in fact, they may be different. Several studies have documented the lack of precision in clinicians' abilities to diagnose AOM and to discern disease caused by bacteria from other causes. Given this consideration, experts have recommended that evaluation of clinical efficacy of drugs in AOM requires, at a minimum, a single tympanocentesis at baseline. Some Committee members have suggested repeat tympanocentesis on therapy in order to assess sterilization of middle ear fluid. The second tympanocentesis on therapy has been a controversial issue and will bear further discussion at this meeting.
The 1998 Guidance does not distinguish between the severity and chronicity of disease in differing pediatric patient populations within a given trial. Accordingly, most of the trials reviewed by the Agency have not stratified patients by history of recurrence or disease severity. Merging differing outcomes in diverse patient populations may mask important differences in drug efficacy across groups.
The Agency will consider a variety of clinical trial designs for evaluating new anti-infective agents in treating the range of disease in the continuum of otitis medias. FDA staff and invited guests will discuss the pros and cons of different approaches to study design and the options in determining clinical and microbiologic outcomes. We anticipate that the next guidance on AOM will offer a flexible approach to designing an otitis media development program for a given drug.
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Simon Property Group, Inc. (SPG) to Release Quarterly Earnings on Tuesday
Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE:SPG) will be issuing its quarterly earnings data before the market opens on Tuesday, August 1st. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $1.34 per share for the quarter. Simon Property Group has set its FY17 guidance at $11.45-11.55 EPS.
Simon Property Group (NYSE:SPG) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 27th. The real estate investment trust reported $2.74 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.76 by $0.02. Simon Property Group had a return on equity of 40.16% and a net margin of 34.99%. The firm had revenue of $1.35 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.36 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $2.63 EPS. The firm's revenue was up .7% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts expect Simon Property Group to post $11.19 EPS for the current fiscal year and $12.19 EPS for the next fiscal year.
Simon Property Group, Inc. (SPG) opened at 160.04 on Tuesday. Simon Property Group, Inc. has a 1-year low of $150.15 and a 1-year high of $229.10. The company has a market cap of $49.96 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 27.39 and a beta of 0.58. The company's 50-day moving average is $158.83 and its 200 day moving average is $169.09.
A number of research firms have weighed in on SPG. Jefferies Group LLC reissued a "buy" rating and set a $190.00 target price on shares of Simon Property Group in a research report on Monday, July 17th. Stifel Nicolaus began coverage on shares of Simon Property Group in a research report on Friday, July 14th. They set a "hold" rating and a $170.00 target price for the company. Barclays PLC decreased their target price on shares of Simon Property Group from $191.00 to $188.00 and set an "overweight" rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, July 18th. BidaskClub raised shares of Simon Property Group from a "strong sell" rating to a "sell" rating in a research report on Sunday, July 16th. Finally, Zacks Investment Research downgraded shares of Simon Property Group from a "hold" rating to a "sell" rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 11th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and ten have assigned a buy rating to the company's stock. Simon Property Group has an average rating of "Hold" and an average price target of $191.65.
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Simon Property Group Company Profile
Simon Property Group, Inc is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT). The Company owns, develops and manages retail real estate properties, which consist primarily of malls, Premium Outlets and The Mills. Simon Property Group, L.P. (Operating Partnership), is the Company's partnership subsidiary that owns all of its real estate properties and other assets.
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Record-breaking swimmer Quah Zheng Wen made waves at the recent SEA Games as the most bemedalled athlete with 12 wins. And now that he has been granted a deferment from national service to concentrate on his sport, Quah, who is qualified to compete at the next Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, has set his sights on bringing home a medal.
Family support
"They have supported me in terms of nutrition, moral support, general happiness and many other things. The fact that my siblings are engaged in the same [sport] also helps me remain steadfast on the route to my goals."
Pushed to the limit
"As coaches and mentors, both Gary Tan and Sergio Lopez have cultivated the belief in me that it is possible to be world class and race at the highest level…I also have to thank Kei Hyogo, my training partner who now trains at Yale University. We have always pushed each other to our limits. Without him, I don't think I would have the same tenacity that I now possess!"


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SYNOPSIS: Thomas Capper is an unconventional and mysterious serial killer who takes aim at a Hollywood film set, by unleashing his own brand of retribution on the cast and crew. REVIEW: One of the taglines for this movie was – Boobs and Blood…'Nuff said – and this is pretty much a perfect summary of the film Silent But Deadly. Indeed, …Read More »
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text: Yeehaw, the food truck revolution is alive in Oklahoma City! Satisfy your hunger in one place at the Bleu Garten food truck park in Midtown. OKC's original food truck park has six rotating trucks plus a giant Jenga game and fully-stocked bar! Or wander OKC's blocks at H&8th Night Market, a monthly festival built around the city's top gourmet food trucks and live music. Pets and families are invited to try favorites such as La Gumbo YaYa, Sizzle N Spice, and Smokin' Okies. Fighting a heatwave? Just look for the giant, pink dripping ice cream cone on wheels driving around OKC, otherwise known as Roxy's Ice Cream Social.


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Optoma HD806 Projector Review
Optoma HD806 Projector: Pros
- Good color accuracy post calibration in best mode
- Brightest "best mode" performance of any home theater projector near its price
- Brighter than average performance in "brightest mode" (although no brighter than "best" mode)
- Dynamic image, with lots of "wow factor" in almost any mode
- Two HDMI 1.3 inputs, full support for 24 fps, Deep Color, etc., plus a third digital input – a DVI with HDCP compatibility
- Support for an anamorphic lens
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- Very sharp image
- Good remote control
- Excellent placement flexibility with 2:1 zoom and lens shift
- Very good menus
- Good documentation (with better explanations of features than most)
- 12 volt screen trigger
- Nicely styled projector
- Lowest cost, very bright 1080p projector
- Very good price/performance
Optoma HD806 Projector: Cons
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- Shadow detail performance is decent, but not up a number of other home theater projectors, which reveal more
- Audible noise levels are on the high side (again, though, typical of most DLP projectors)
- While out of the box performance isn't bad, in terms of color accuracy, a calibration definitely yields improvement
- 2x color wheel means more folks will be susceptable to the rainbow effect, than most 1080p DLP home theater projectors (which have 4x or 5x wheels)
- Only a one year warranty
Optoma HD806 Projector: Typical Capabilities
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Arthritis & Rheumatism, Volume 60,
October 2009 Abstract Supplement
The 2009 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting
Philadelphia October 16-21, 2009.
A Clinical Study to Assess the Effect of Tocilizumab at a Therapeutic Dose & a Supra-Therapeutic Dose of Tocilizumab On QT/QTc Interval After a Single Dose in Healthy Subjects
Grange1, Susan, Schmitt1, Christophe, Georgy2, Angela, Ludger1, Banken, Kuhn1, Barbara, Zhang2, Xiaoping
Roche, Basel, Switzerland
Roche, Nutley, NJ
Tocilizumab (TCZ) is a humanized IL-6 receptor inhibitor that has demonstrated significant improvements in the signs and symptoms of moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This study was designed to evaluate the threshold pharmacological effect on cardiac repolarization, as detected by changes in the QT/QTc interval on 12-lead ECGs in healthy volunteers.
This was a multi-center, double-blind, placebo- and active-controlled, parallel group study. A total of 121 healthy male & female subjects received either an intravenous infusion of TCZ 10 mg/kg (N=30) or 20 mg/kg (N=31), oral moxifloxacin 400 mg (MOX, N=31), or placebo (N=29). Triplicate ECGs were obtained at predose and 2 hr post dose on Day 1 and Days 8, 15 and 29 to cover entire TCZ serum concentration-time profile. Time-matched ECGs were taken on Day -1 for baseline corrections. All ECGs were centrally read by a blinded cardiologist. Study-specific corrected QT (QTcS) was derived from linear regression of individual mean QT on individual mean RR interval data obtained at baseline (Day -1). The change from time-matched baseline in QTcS was determined at each time point. An analysis of variance with the fixed factors treatment and day and their interaction and the random factor subject was applied to time-matched change from baseline in QTcS to estimate the placebo-corrected mean change from baseline together with one-sided upper 95% confidence intervals (CI). Blood samples for pharmacokinetic analyses were collected at predose and up to 28 days post dose.
Of 121 subjects dosed, 67 were female and 54 male. Mean age varied from 29 to 37 years with an age range of 18 to 64 across groups. The majority of subjects were white. For TCZ at both 10 and 20 mg/kg doses, the estimated placebo-corrected mean change from time-matched baseline was negative at all time points and ranged from -5.4 msec to -1.0 msec. The associated upper one-sided 95% confidence limit was below 10 msec. Similar results were obtained for QTcF (Fridericia correction). The estimated placebo-corrected mean change from time-matched baseline for MOX was around 6.8 msec (95% CI: 0.8 to 12.7 msec). The upper bound of the 2-sided 95% CI is comparable to the literature reported value for MOX, establishing study assay sensitivity. There were no clinically significant abnormalities for other ECG parameters (QRS, PR, heart rate, RR, T-wave and U-wave morphology). There were no ECG abnormalities that constituted an adverse event. Following 10 and 20 mg/kg TCZ dosing, the time to reach maximum serum concentration was 2 hours post dose and the mean half-life was 9.3 days for 10 mg/kg and 12 days for 20 mg/kg. Both doses of TCZ were well tolerated and no unexpected safety findings were observed.
Analysis of the 12-lead ECG data obtained from this study indicates that there is no QT prolonging effect of clinical concern by TCZ at both the low (10mg/kg) & high (20mg/kg) dose.
To cite this abstract, please use the following information:
Grange, Susan, Schmitt, Christophe, Georgy, Angela, Ludger, Banken, Kuhn, Barbara, Zhang, Xiaoping; A Clinical Study to Assess the Effect of Tocilizumab at a Therapeutic Dose & a Supra-Therapeutic Dose of Tocilizumab On QT/QTc Interval After a Single Dose in Healthy Subjects [abstract]. Arthritis Rheum 2009;60 Suppl 10 :1614
DOI: 10.1002/art.26688


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Get an overview of this hotel3-star Chicago aparthotel in Near North Side, walk to John Hancock Center
Popular property highlights
Located in Near North Side, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of John Hancock Center and Chicago Water Tower. Tribune Tower and Wrigley Building are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Property Features
A fitness center, a sauna, and a 24-hour business center are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, a meeting room, and concierge services.
Room Amenities
All 82 apartments have flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and feature kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Guests will also find free WiFi, sofa beds, and living rooms. Limited housekeeping is available.
Guest Highlights
- Central, quiet location
- Proximity to public transit
- Overall value of stay
- Helpful staff
- Clean guestrooms
- WiFi could've been better
Dewitt Hotel and Suites
Property Amenities
Property Amenities
Dewitt Hotel and Suites features a sauna and a fitness center. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-related amenities at this 3-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. This business-friendly aparthotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.
Dewitt Hotel and Suites is a smoke-free property.
- Total number of rooms - 82
- Number of floors - 11
- Concierge services
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-out
- Fitness facilities
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- One meeting room
- Luggage storage
- Year Built 1924
- 24-hour business center
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Sauna
- Smoke-free property
- Steam room
Family Friendly Amenities
- Separate living room
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kitchen
- Laundry facilities
- Sofa bed
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Premium TV channels
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee/tea maker
- Limited housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Sofa bed
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Stovetop
- Satellite TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Nearby Things to Do
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a sauna and a fitness center.
Property Policies
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day
- 2 per room
- Restrictions apply
- For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Optional extras
- Self parking fee: USD 29 per night
- Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day
Property Name
- DeWitt Place
- DeWitt Place Chicago
- DeWitt Place Hotel
- DeWitt Place Hotel Chicago
- DeWitt Place Aparthotel Chicago
- DeWitt Place Aparthotel
- Dewitt Hotel Chicago
- Dewitt Hotel
- Dewitt Chicago
- Dewitt Hotel Suites
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Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).


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There's great pride and privilege associated with the Hong Kong jersey. There's 40,000 people cheering for you. The Hong Kong crowd are behind you, and so is everyone else in the stadium. Some people might say some of the players don't have the same pride as those of us born and bred in Hong Kong. That's absolute rubbish. They feel just as privileged as we do when we run through the tunnels and out on the pitch.
Pulling on the Hong Kong jersey is the biggest honour I've had bestowed on me in my whole life. The first time I remember this sensation was when I played in the Asian Games in Doha in 2006. I have the same buzz at the Hong Kong Sevens. I still get butterflies in my stomach. This year will be my sixth year of this amazing adrenaline rush. Last October, I experienced this rush again when we took to the pitch in Mumbai in the HSBC Asian Sevens Series. We beat our closest rivals, Japan, to become the first Hong Kong team to achieve this with a 28-7 victory. However, nothing really compares to the energy of 40,000 people backing us on our home turf.
Anthony Haynes
I have attended each and every one of the past 29 Hong Kong Sevens. This year marks my 10th year in charge of keeping the event running and on schedule. So I suppose it's appropriate I am the proud owner of an official Cathay Pacific Hongkong Bank (now HSBC) 1984 Sevens T-shirt. It's fitting (pardon the pun) that both are back on board as this year's title sponsors.
The event in those days was held at the Hong Kong Football Club before the racecourse expansion knocked it all down. Participating teams in 1984 were not all official national sides, and included Crawshays Welsh, French Barbarians, Public School Wanderers and (Irish) Wolfhounds. But the big guns were still there and Fiji defeated New Zealand 26-0 in the final.
Rod Mason, Tournament Operations Director
Deputy District Commander, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong Police Force
Almost the first thing I did after setting up InvestHK in the middle of 2000 was arrange to be a sponsor for the 2001 Sevens. Just about the last thing I did before retiring in December 2008 was signing the contract to be a sponsor for the 2009 event. To make the occasions even more memorable for our guests from around the world, the events team in the department also produced T-shirts every year and gave one to everyone we invited to the hospitality suite. And - yes - I kept all mine.
My clearest memories are of events at the old Football Club pitch. The time it was completely flooded after a cloudburst and the fire brigade turned up to pump out the water. The time Korea beat Fiji and got a standing ovation . I vaguely recall taking my daughters, Tiffany and Alex, to the present stadium briefly when they were very small. Last year's tournament was Tiffany's first real taste of the Sevens that she can remember, and she immediately signed up to play for Club in the under-14s!"
Mike Rowse
Stanton Chase Search Director, Former Director General, InvestHK
Like a lot of Hong Kong people, I've moved a lot in the 30 or so years I've lived here. I've thrown out over 20 Sevens shirts, but I've kept six favourites. It's strange. Even though they were never washed, there seems to have been some shrinkage. Every year, the shirts seem a little tighter. All the very old ones are gone - ravaged by mildew, or perhaps turned to dust. The oldest one still in my closet dates back to 1997. The material is giving away at the four corners of the embroidered badge, which gives it that peek-a-boo nipple tease look. I know that is such a turn on in middle-aged men. Drives women wild… or away … but it drives them somewhere…
My first Sevens was in 1981 and many of the players on the Canadian team were people I'd played against in Vancouver. I have a favourite shirt from the 1998 Sevens. It was the tournament that followed the Asian financial crisis and sponsors pulled out left, right and centre. Credit Suisse/First Boston stepped in at the last minute and they sewed a new embroidered badge over the old one - hence the rest of the shirt giving away around the badge. It was also the first year the Chinese national side played.
Bradley White
Owner, South Stream Seafoods Ltd
I have been to every Sevens since the tournament's inception in 1976. My kids were seven and 10 years old at the first Sevens and every year I'd buy them a T-shirt, or send some home to family and friends in Australia.
They also evoke some wonderful memories, such as taking my first granddaughter, Paige, to the Sevens in 2002, then in 2005 her sister Erin, who now plays at the Sevens. So my 2005 shirt has a special memory as Erin is so passionate about the game and dreams of taking part in the Olympics. I remember in 2010 I was delighted to see the Sevens become an Olympic sport. I hope we can see squash - a non-Olympic sport - enter into the Games, following the model set down by the Sevens. Hong Kong's contribution to this was magnificent, and when my family wear Sevens shirts it reminds me of Hong Kong's place on the world sports stage."
Heather Deayton
Vice-president, World Squash Federation
One of the most popular Sevens songs is Who Let The Dogs Out? and during the tournament the Dog House bar channels this, with its own T-shirt. We challenge punters to do a set challenge in one hour in order to win a rugby shirt. If you could harness the energy and vibe of a Sevens it would heal the world.
There are many people from such diverse countries having the time of their lives in one of the best cities in the world. And you see some funny sights. On the Monday after the Sevens last year, 26 Australians came into the bar in the morning in their pyjama bottoms and Dog House T-shirts with hotel pillows as they were all 'in the Dog House'. I gave them a free beer, and they went back to their hotels and to bed with pillows tucked under their arms. The shirts for me each year create a whole new set of Sevens memories."
Paul Buxton
Managing Director, The Dog House Bar , Wan Chai
In about 2004, an old teammate from Chicago was playing for US when he suffered a bad knee injury. I hadn't really caught up with him since I left Chicago in 1999 so he ended up staying on for a couple weeks while his knee settled. As it turned out, it was Easter break so we had a post-Sevens party week that rivalled the Sevens week itself!
My mate ended up going on to play in two Rugby World Cups for the US, and when he left to go home that year he gave me one of his team polos and I gave him some of my Hong Kong shirts. That USA Rugby polo is now my 'Sunday of the Sevens' shirt.
Peter Spizzirri
General Manager, Holman Fenwick Willan
I moved to Hong Kong in the 1990s and I stayed until 2009 when I moved back to Sydney. The Sevens was a big part of my time in Hong Kong and I have travelled back every year since. Each year was different but somehow familiarly comfortable. Walking back into the stadium causes memories to flood back, familiar faces soon appear in sequins corner, the beer and banter begin to flow and then somewhere in the background the rugby starts.
My wardrobe has a corner reserved for Sevens jerseys, T-shirts and caps along with the special attire that we wore so proudly every day of the Sevens. Hawaiian shirts, Steve Irwin gear, a fluorescent lime green jacket, a sequined poncho … the list goes on. My favourite T-shirt is from 2009. It reminds me of the end of an era and the start of a new chapter. While life is always moving on, memories of the Sevens last forever.
Craig Carlyon
Chief Innovation Officer, Megabourse


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text: ISLAMABAD - The newly appointed senior superintendent of Islamabad Capital Territory Police has advised his officers to seek cooperation from society to ensure peace in the federal capital."All segments of society should be taken on board for effective policing and joint efforts be made for comprehensive security in the city and complete protection to the citizens," SSP Muhammad Ali Naikokara directed his subordinates during the first meeting he held soon after taking charge of his office.The SSP said teams should be constituted in police stations by maintaining close liaison with various segments. Naikokara directed to conduct refresher courses for police employees about the use of weapons. He said that crackdown should be launched against those having illegal weapons and mobile police pickets should be erected to curb criminal activities. He said that inspectors and sub-inspectors would ensure checking of these pickets to improve performance.He said that SOP has been prepared for security of banks and moneychangers operating in the city and all zonal SPs, SDPOs and SHOs would conduct meetings with the administration of these outlets for implementation on various instructions. He said that administration of banks and moneychangers would be responsible for installation of CCTV cameras within their premises, entry points and parking areas. He said that police officials should properly check expertise and biodata of security guards.This news was published in The Nation newspaper. Read complete newspaper of 05-May-2014 here.


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Magnolia and Baby's Breath Platters
Violet likes these hand-painted platters as wedding gifts, but why should the bride and groom be the only ones to enjoy these gorgeous porcelain creations? Available in both square and rectangular shapes, they make wonderful serving dishes as well as showpieces. And they are, indeed, a welcome breath of spring, delicately rendered in black and white.


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Christmas came a little late for Boston Bruins Fans this year, as the we are just over an hour away from the drop of the puck for the 2013 NHL season. While it feels like ages since the team took the ice, the painful Game 7 overtime loss to the Washington Capitals should serve as a reminder that this team has unfinished business. As magical as the 2011 Stanley Cup run was for the franchise and its fans, the upcoming 2013 NHL season has the potential to take the team and its rabid followers to even greater heights. Gone is the Stanley Cup hangover of 2012. In it's place should be an intense level of optimism about this team's chances to make a strong playoff run in the spring. While the Bruins have a potent mix of youth, talent, experience, and skill, there are some major questions that must be answered in order for the team to succeed.
1) Can Tuukka Rask replace Tim Thomas as an elite playoff goaltender?
Any chance the Bruins have of taking back Lord Stanley's Cup rest on the broad shoulders of 25 year old Tuukka Rask. Rask's numbers (.931 save percentage, 1.97 goals against) as the Bruins starter in the 2009-2010 season suggest he is more than capable of consistent regular season production. Rask's only foray into the postseason however, saw him become the first goaltender in NHL history to blow a 3-0 series lead. Since the previous lockout, five of the seven Stanley Cup champions have been carried by a list of dominant goalies that includes Cam Ward, Jean Sebastein-Giguere, Marc-Andre Fleury, Jonathan Quick, and most notably, Boston's own Tim Thomas. While there are numerous elements that will play a role in the Bruins success, none of them matter nearly as much as Rask's performance come the post-season. Given his age, commitment, and potential, Rask certainly posses all of the necessary tools. If Rask can bring them all together for the playoffs, the Bruins might just be raising another better come June.
2) Is this the year General Manager Peter Chiarelli makes a major roster move?
Since 2008 there have been numerous big-name trade targets associated with the Bruins. Given their defense first philosophy, the team has seemingly lacked that "dynamic" scorer who is cut from the mold of a Rick Nash or Alex Ovechkin. In the last year alone names such as Jarome Iginla, Dustin Brown, and Bobby Ryan have all been reported to have drawn interest from the Bruins front office. The team has plenty of young pieces to move, but a trade for any big-name scorer, would likely cost the Bruins at least one of their starting forwards, as well as trading of high draft picks, something that Chiarelli has been reluctant to do. Given the frenetic pace of the schedule and the added importance of every game a win-now approach will be critical to the teams success. If the Bruins struggle out of the gate, this might finally be the year that Chiarelli pulls the trigger on a major trade.
3) Will Tyler Seguin continue his ascent to become one of the NHL's superstars?
All signs seem to point to an emphatic yes. Seguin has bulked up to over 180 lbs, and given his production in his time in Swiss Nation League A (25 goals and 15 assists in 29 games) early indications suggest that Seguin has shown no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Like Rask, Seguin must overcome his most recent playoff disaster against Washington (just three points in seven games). There will also undoubtedly be more pressure to carry the Bruins offense, which has at times has been somewhat inconsistent on a team with this level of talent. But at just 20 years old, Seguin's experience and talent might just make him the most dynamic forward in the history of the franchise.Tags: Boston, Boston Bruins, Hockey, NHL, Peter Chiarelli, Tim Thomas, Tuuka Rask, Tyler Seguin