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Historic winter storm likely to blast Northwest
A potentially historic winter storm is forecast to dump heavy snow across the Pacific Northwest Wednesday, probably wreaking travel havoc in areas not used to so much of the white stuff.
Unlike most Northwest storms, snow may fall even at sea level, including in Seattle and Portland.
As snow started falling on Seattle Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service scaled back the amount expected in western Washington but said it would still be a significant event.
The total in the city would likely be 3 to 6 inches, meteorologist Dustin Guy said. More is likely in southwest Washington, 4 to 8 inches, while less is expected in the northwest interior, 1 to 2 inches.
Seattle and other school districts canceled classes in advance. Transportation department crews have had trucks on the roads spreading sand and deicer.
Several downtown Seattle hotels reported all their rooms were booked.
Seattle typically sees about 6 inches of snow a year. If 10 inches are measured, it would match the third-biggest snowstorm on record in Seattle, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Johnny Burg in Seattle.
The most recent big snowstorm in Seattle was in November 1985, when 7.8 inches fell, according to the weather service.
The storm and its heavy snowfall could force roads to close in the passes of the Cascades, clog streets with snow and force flight delays and cancellations, AccuWeather meteorologist Alex Sosnowski said.
Near the coast, he said, the snow will be heavy, wet and difficult to shovel. The combination of the snow and gusty winds could down trees, taking power lines with them.
The weather service placed winter storm watches and warnings for most of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Several feet of snow could fall in the Cascades and northern Rockies, where avalanche danger is high.
Later Wednesday and into Thursday, the snow should end, Burg said, but rain will begin to fall across western Washington, potentially leading to river flooding this week because of the rain and snow melt.
If the past is any hint, several inches of snow could paralyze Seattle. The city owns relatively few snowplows, and Seattle drivers are mostly inexperienced with driving in snow or ice.
"Snow is beautiful to look at, but it's kind of a hindrance for us to work and commute," said John Lee, 23, who works in Seattle and lives in Mill Creek. "The snowstorm is going to cause a little bit more havoc and chaos on the road."
The cold, raw weather isn't confined to the Northwest: In central California, citrus farmers were nervous about a hard freeze that's hit the nation's largest fresh-fruit market this week. The weather service said temperatures dropped to as low as 19 degrees early Tuesday, and hard freeze warnings were in effect again for early Wednesday morning.
"It will be a week before we see what damage there may or may not be," said Dean Thonesen of Sun West Fruit, east of Fresno.
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What is AAT?
The Art & Architecture Thesaurus (AAT) (r) is a structured vocabulary for generic concepts related to art and architecture. It was developed by The Getty Research Institute to help research institutions become consistent in the terminology they use.Learn More
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Colorless lead glass; cast. Circular plaque (a) with flange at bottom for mounting upright in two separate bases (b,c); inscribed around rim: "ENGLAND * 1864-1902 * FREDERICK * CARDER * 1864-1950 * USA * 1903-1950 * GLASS MAKING." Three-quarter face and shoulders modeled in relief; satin finish front, polished back; signed "F Carder 1951" on backside. Tiger heads on each side of bases; satin finish over all.
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Frederick Carder: Portrait of a Glassmaker
Corning Museum of Glass 1985-04 through 1985-10
Davenport Art Gallery 1985-12-01 through 1986-01-12
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg 1986-09-21 through 1986-11-09
Walters Art Gallery 1987-02-18 through 1987-04-12
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The Corning Museum of Glass, A Guide to the Collections (2001) (2001) illustrated, p. 191; BIB# 68214
Frederick Carder: Portrait of a Glassmaker (1985) illustrated, pp. 116, 119, pl. 75; BIB# 31168


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Assuming you've not been on a mission to Mars during the last couple of years, then you're at least vaguely familiar with the phrase "There's an app for that" — the running-joke-that's-not-a-joke describing how smartphones like Apple's (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhone and Samsung's Galaxy can be made to do anything from recognize a melody to serve as a voodoo doll.
Oh, and these smartphones can perform some more practical functions too. Just ask the folks at Garmin (NASDAQ:GRMN).
Prior to the advent of smartphones in 2007 with the debut of the first iPhone, Garmin was the name in portable global positioning systems (you know, GPS) and satellite-guided driving directions. However, once consumers started to realize smartphones could do the same — as well as play music, be a flashlight and even test the ripeness of a watermelon — the choice became something of a no-brainer: Smartphones win, and Garmin devices lose. The sales numbers and Garmin's stock price since then have somewhat — though not radically — reflected that opinion.
Yet, knowing that all things are cyclical, one can't help but wonder if the worst of the migration to smartphones as a GPS device is over. Said in plainer terms, could Garmin actually be a buy now?
Numbers Don't Lie
In terms of earnings, Garmin's best year ever was 2007. It cleared $3.80 per share that year, though the revenue peak was actually in 2008 with a top line of $3.5 billion. Either figure basically supports the notion that 2007 marked the beginning of the downturn, though, for stand-alone GPS as well as digital-roadmap devices. Both have fallen every year since then, save last year's revenue, which was a tad better than 2010's $2.69 billion.
The flipside: Although comparably capable smartphone usage has soared from zero in 2006 to the currently active user base of a little more than 1 billion (yes, 15% of the entire world's population are smartphone users), not all of them have opted to use their phone over a devoted handheld GPS device. Indeed, surprisingly few of them have made the switch.
The proof of the pudding is in Garmin's still-respectable numbers. Though last year's $2.7 billion in sales is off the 2008 peak, it's only 22% off that peak sales line. Even more compelling is the fact that unit sales are still accelerating for the company. Q1-2012's 2.7 million devices sold was 7% better than the year-ago number, though the sale rate has been increasing for a couple of years.
But wasn't the widespread adoption of smartphones supposed to obliterate the now-obsolete device? Yes it was, but no, it didn't. This is where things get interesting for investors.
Not As Good?
Not that smartphones haven't taken at least a little wind out of Garmin's sails (and sales), but with three years to study the impact, perhaps the smartphone isn't as big of a threat as first assumed.
Consumers aren't shy about telling you why either. Though clever, the fact of the matter is, most smartphones can't do what hardcore hikers, drivers and lost people really need done.
As for an explanation of why GPS device sales haven't skyrocketed along with smartphones, that's relatively simple, too. Mobile phones are viewed as, and almost deigned to be, consumables; techphiles wouldn't be caught dead with yesteryear's iPhone. Global positioning toys and satellite-linked dashboard maps, however, don't become obsolete as quickly as phones do. All things considered, though, GPS equipment sales have held up surprisingly well compared to mobile phone sales.
Could it be Garmin has a prayer after all? That might have been the case until Monday.
The End of an Era, the End of a Company
You hate to see it happen, but then again, it's not all that unusual.
Yesterday, Apple announced it would be using TomTom's comparable GPS technology to power the related hardware in devices running its new operating system, iOS 6. In one fell swoop, the functionality gap that had so far been unfilled by tablets and smartphones — the gap filled by Garmins and Harman (NYSE:HAR) devices — was filled. As Apple's Senior VP of the new operating system Scott Forstall described, it's a "new mapping solution built from the ground up." And sure enough, it is, complete with the all-important turn-by-turn navigation feature.
The question is, just how much of a blow is Apple's new maps app to Garmin's actual revenue? That's the part that makes you wince.
Recognizing that sales in certain areas were waning, the company was in the midst of a deliberate effort to bolster sales in the arena Apple just likely commandeered, crimping one of its last remaining lifelines. Ironically, had the company not waded into those waters and focused so deeply on the automotive market, and instead developed the daylights out of the sporting and high-end usage markets (like hiking and airplane and aquatic navigation), it's a conversation that might be moot now. Ugh.
Garmin has publicly stated it doesn't see Apple's decision as a problem, though the rebuttal sounds and feels a little desperate, with a dose of denial. And it's too bad, as Garmin was just starting to look like a decent turnaround story.
Now it doesn't.
As of this writing, James Brumley did not own a position in any of the aforementioned securities.


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The ball is corralled. He starts slowly towards the far sideline, allowing his blockers to set up in front of him. He receives a punishing block from a teammate, eludes another defender, cuts inside and hits the seam with his blistering speed. He dodges another defender, spins, and heads towards the near sideline on his way for a game-breaking touchdown.
Does this scenario sound familiar? No, I'm not talking about Chicago Bears special teams dynamo Devin Hester; I'm referring to his first cousin -- Temple's electrifying kickoff return man Travis Shelton.
Shelton, a redshirt junior, is one of the most dynamic kick returners in the country, who happens to play for one of the worst college football programs in the nation. The Temple Owls have never been considered a "football factory," but surprisingly they've turned out a few good players in the NFL this decade, most notably Colts defensive tackle Raheem Brook. But no Temple product has ever had the kind of explosive nature Shelton possesses.
His 4.27 speed in the 40-yard dash has made him a dangerous weapon on special teams and a situational contributor on offense for the Owls. Last season, Shelton played in just six games after serving an unspecified suspension by head coach Al Golden, but still averaged an NCAA-best 196.7 all-purpose yards per game.
This season has been a bit of a struggle for Shelton. He doesn't seem to have the same confidence he had last season, and he hasn't had the same kind of impact on special teams or offense. He has 24 returns for 519 yards (21.9 avg.) and just nine receptions for 56 yards and no touchdowns. He's been more involved in the running game this year as compared to last season, but still hasn't had the same kind of success.
Travis Shelton tries to leap over a tackler
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At 5-foot-11, 190-pounds, Shelton is a tremendous athlete who has outstanding ball skills. He's a threat as a return man and can line up on offense as a receiver. He has good hands, great instincts, and excellent vision. He's a shifty player that has a good burst and is elusive in the open field. He's a patient runner that waits for an opening and quickly attacks the coverage.
For Shelton to become a complete player at the next level, he's going to have to run precise routes, improve his hands, and comprehend an offensive scheme to contribute as a receiver. He may have a future as a situational running back in the NFL, but again, he has to improve his overall skills and pass-catching ability.
Just like Hester, Shelton is a multi-dimensional threat who will be a major asset at the next level in the return game. What Hester has done at the NFL level, besides becoming the most dangerous return man in the history of the league, is justify the importance of having an effective special teams unit in addition to a consistent offense and defense.
Shelton's NFL future is bright, especially if he's in a situation where he can use his talents to their fullest. He's going to be an explosive return man at the NFL level and has a chance to be as dynamic as Hester. If he declares for next April's draft, a team will have to consider him as a first-day selection with the mindset of primarily using him on special teams.


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Army Veteran Fired For Defending Store Against Shoplifters
'I've been in the military far too long. You don't have anything'
Plastic bag ban leads to nationwide increase in shoplifting rates
'We are getting a new type of offender that is taking advantage of the system'
Dale Peterson busted for shoplifting 'CASHEWS?!'
'Authorities said Peterson ate a can of cashew nuts, put the empty can back on the store shelf and walked out'
Did a Portland couple shoplift $5 million worth of groceries? - TIME
Safeway claims one sticky-fingered Oregon duo lifted everything from shampoo to DVDs over a span of many years
Man paid his bail with counterfeit cash - Philadelphia Daily News
Theft suspect claims the money came from gambling winnings
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Dada was an art movement after World War I that rejected the culture of modernity and enlightenment that had so deceived us as to lead right into war. Artists, musicians, writers in the movement rejected the rationalization of the enlightenment, and were aggressively confrontative about their horror at what the enlightenment had led to.
There have been several articles and exhibits on the East Coast recently that deal with art and engagement, with artists protesting where our society and culture are going. For example, Ericson and Ziegler's Interventionist [Engaged] Art at M.I.T. By Ken Johnso. NYT. Backup.
Jean Arp (Hans Arp) (French, born Alsace. 1886-1966. Lived in Switzerland 1959-66.)
Collage with Squares Arranged According to the Laws of Chance. (1916-17)
Consider one of the most-argued social issues today: creationism or intelligent design and evolution. Here is a Frendh articst, in 1916 - 1917, challenging the whole idea of the continual development of civilization as he and his fellow artists contemplate the disaster of World War I. All their emphasis on science and rationalisation and enlightenment have led them into a world war! They are disillusioned and aggressively angry. Painters, like Jean Arp, depict these emotions by challenging the very idea of traditional art. Paintings might as well be randomly torn and placed squares on an otherwise blank canvas, if all the beauty of traditional art leads only to war and inhumanity.
It is said that almost all of modern art was born in the Dadaist movement. Where was it said? In one of the dozens of articles I read this week. Probably Paul Trachtman's Dada, in the May 2006 issue of the Smithsonian Magazine. Backup.
Discussion Questions
- Why does Dada seem so applicable today?
Consider how many things aren't working out the way we expected them to, globally, not just here in the U.S. This might lead artists once again to challenge the traditional and remind us all that the people have a voice, a voice that should be heard, and, of course, seen.
- Dada, "The Irreverent Rowdy Revolution" By Paul Trachtman, The Smithsonian Magazine, May 2006. At p. 68.
- Ericson and Ziegler's InterventionistArt at M.I.T. By Ken Johnson, New York Times, March 30, 2006.
- Collage with Squares Arranged According to the Laws of Chance. (1916-17)
- Art History Senior Seminar By Professor Christopher Witcombe & Professor Tracy Hamilton, Spring 2006. Sweet Briar College.
- Dada and Surrealism vs. Academic Art By Henslee Evan's Team in Prof. Witcombe and Prof Hamilton's class.


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49-2092.00 - Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.
Sample of reported job titles: Electric Motor Repairman, Electric Motor Winder, Electro Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Power Tool Repair Technician, Repair Technician, Service Technician, Tool Repair Technician
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
- Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
- Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
- Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
- Maintain stocks of parts.
- Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.
- Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.
- Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.
- Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.
- Assemble electrical parts such as alternators, generators, starting devices, and switches, following schematic drawings and using hand, machine, and power tools.
- Lubricate moving parts.
- Remove and replace defective parts such as coil leads, carbon brushes, and wires, using soldering equipment.
- Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.
- Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
- Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.
- Reface, ream, and polish commutators and machine parts to specified tolerances, using machine tools.
- Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
- Clean cells, cell assemblies, glassware, leads, electrical connections, and battery poles, using scrapers, steam, water, emery cloths, power grinders, or acid.
- Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
- Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.
- Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.
- Set machinery for proper performance, using computers.
- Drain and filter transformer oil and refill transformers with oil until coils are submerged.
- Position and level battery cells, anodes, or cathodes, using hoists or leveling jacks, or signal other workers to perform positioning and leveling.
- Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes.
- Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.
- Bolt porcelain insulators to wood parts to assemble hot stools.
- Pour compounds into transformer-case terminal openings to seal out moisture.
- Test conditions, fluid levels, and specific gravities of electrolyte cells, using voltmeters, hydrometers, and thermometers.
- Clean, rinse, and dry transformer cases, using boiling water, scrapers, solvents, hoses, and cloths.
- Inspect batteries for structural defects such as dented cans, damaged carbon rods and terminals, and defective seals.
- Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary.
- Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.
- Repair and operate battery-charging equipment.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software — Commutator profiling software; Motor testing software
- Computer aided design CAD software — Autodesk AutoCAD
- Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software ; Microsoft Access
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software — SAP
- Facilities management software — Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
Tools Used
- Adjustable widemouth pliers — Pump pliers
- Adjustable wrenches — Adjustable hand wrenches
- Alternating current AC arc welder — Electric welders
- Ammeters — Bench ammeters; Clamp ammeters; Volt-ammeters
- Angle grinder — Commutator undercutters
- Aqueous cleaning and washing equipment — Parts washers
- Armature tester — Bar-to-bar testers; Winding testers
- Bearing fitting tool kits — Bearing puller sets; Bearing setting tools
- Bench grinder — Bench grinders
- Braze welding machine — Brazing machines
- Carburetor balancer — Carburetor synchronizers
- Chamfering machine — Chamfer mills; Slot shavers
- Cutters — Insulation trimmers
- Diagonal cut pliers — Diagonal-cutting pliers
- Dip tanks
- Dynamometers — Power dynamometers
- Electrical coil winding machine — Armature winders; Electric coil winders
- Electrolytic bath machine — Electro-brush platers
- End cut pliers — Side cutting pliers
- Feeler gauges — Armature air gap gauges
- Forklifts — Forklift trucks
- Grinders — Commutator grinders
- Growler tester — Growler armature testers
- Hacksaw — Rubber-grip hacksaws
- Heat treating age hardening furnace — Bake ovens
- Hydraulic hand crimp tool — Hydraulic wire crimpers
- Insulation resistance meters — Insulation resistance testers
- Knurling tool — Knurling tool attachments
- Laser measuring systems — Alignment lasers
- Levels — Torpedo levels
- Longnose pliers — Longnosed pliers
- Mallets — Rawhide mallets
- Manual press brake — Arbor presses
- Manual wire straighteners — Lamination tooth straighteners
- Megohmmeters — Meggers
- Multimeters — Digital multimeters
- Nut drivers — Nut wrenches
- Ohmmeters — Analog ohmmeters; Digital ohmmeters
- Oscilloscopes — Digital oscilloscopes
- Paint application system — Paint booths
- Personal computers
- Phasemeters — Phase rotation indicators
- Plasma arc welding machine — Gas welders
- Pneumatic grinders — Air grinders
- Pocket knives — Electricians' knives
- Power grinders — Handheld power grinders
- Rubber mallet — Dead blow hammers; Nylon hammers
- Sawing and cut-off machine — Coil cut-off machines
- Saws — Hand saws
- Screwdrivers — Cabinet-tip screwdrivers; Conduit-fitting and reaming screwdrivers; Keystone-tip screwdrivers; Square-recess tip screwdrivers
- Shears — Winder's shears
- Shot blasting machine — Abrasive blasting machines; Dry ice blasters
- Soldering iron — Cordless soldering irons
- Sound detector — Repairman's stethoscopes
- Stripping tools — Automatic wire strippers; Handheld wire strippers; Twin wheel wire strippers
- Tablet computers
- Tachometers — Digital tachometers
- Tape measures — Measuring tapes
- Thermal imager — Thermal cameras
- Threading machine — Threaders
- Utility knives
- Vacuum impregnation or porosity sealing device — Vacuum impregnators
- Var meter — Core-loss testers
- Vibration testers — Portable vibration testers; Vibration analyzers
- Voltage or current meters — Bench voltmeters; Light emitting diode LED voltage tester; Neon voltage testers; Surge testers (see all 6 examples)
- Wedges — Wedge drivers
- Wire brushes — Slot cleaning brushes
- Wire cutters
- Wire or cable cutter — Cable cutters
- Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
- Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
- Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
- Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
- Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
- Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
- Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
- Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
- Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
- Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
- Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
- Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
- Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
- Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
- Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
- Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
- Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
- Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
- Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
- Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
- Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
- Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
- Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
- Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
- Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
- Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
- Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
- Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Work Activities
- Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
- Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
- Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
- Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Detailed Work Activities
- Maintain repair or maintenance records.
- Measure equipment outputs.
- Reassemble equipment after repair.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Fabricate parts or components.
- Rebuild parts or components.
- Repair defective engines or engine components.
- Repair electrical components.
- Rewire electrical or electronic systems.
- Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
- Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
- Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.
- Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
- Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.
- Solder parts or connections between parts.
- Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.
- Remove parts or components from equipment.
- Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
- Install insulation in equipment or structures.
- Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
- Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
- Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
- Braze metal parts or components.
- Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment.
- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
- Level machines or equipment.
- Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Bolt objects into place.
- Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.
- Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
- Repair electronic equipment.
- Prepare compounds or solutions to be used for repairs.
- Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context
- Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 85% responded "Every day."
- Face-to-Face Discussions — 89% responded "Every day."
- Freedom to Make Decisions — 78% responded "A lot of freedom."
- Exposed to Contaminants — 84% responded "Every day."
- Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 78% responded "Every day."
- Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — 63% responded "Continually or almost continually."
- Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — 67% responded "Every day."
- Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — 77% responded "Every day."
- Telephone — 55% responded "Every day."
- Duration of Typical Work Week — 67% responded "More than 40 hours."
- Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — 59% responded "Every day."
- Spend Time Standing — 41% responded "More than half the time."
- Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 46% responded "Extremely important."
- Contact With Others — 18% responded "Occasional contact with others."
- Work With Work Group or Team — 36% responded "Important."
- Structured versus Unstructured Work — 41% responded "Some freedom."
- Time Pressure — 70% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
- Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — 41% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
- Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — 42% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
- Physical Proximity — 38% responded "Moderately close (at arm's length)."
- Coordinate or Lead Others — 24% responded "Important."
- Consequence of Error — 34% responded "Serious."
- Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — 30% responded "High responsibility."
- Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — 21% responded "Once a month or more but not every week."
- Spend Time Walking and Running — 30% responded "More than half the time."
- Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — 32% responded "Every day."
- Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — 38% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
- Outdoors, Under Cover — 26% responded "Every day."
- Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 32% responded "Moderate results."
- Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — 35% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
- Frequency of Conflict Situations — 23% responded "Once a month or more but not every week."
- Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — 25% responded "Once a month or more but not every week."
- Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — 38% responded "About half the time."
Job Zone
|Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
|Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
|Related Experience
|Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
|Job Training
|Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
|Job Zone Examples
|These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, nannies, and medical assistants.
|SVP Range
|(6.0 to < 7.0)
Interest code: RC
- Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
- Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Styles
- Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
- Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
- Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
- Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
- Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
- Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
- Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
- Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
- Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
- Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
- Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
- Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
- Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
- Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
- Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
- Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
Work Values
- Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
- Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
- Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Related Occupations
Wages & Employment Trends
|Median wages (2016)
|$19.99 hourly, $41,570 annual
|State wages
|Employment (2014)
|19,000 employees
|Projected growth (2014-2024)
|Slower than average (2% to 4%)
|Projected job openings (2014-2024)
|State trends
|Top industries (2014)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data and 2014-2024 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Job Openings on the Web
Sources of Additional Information
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.
- Electrical and electronics installers and repairers . Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition.


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Don't know if you heard about the American activist that got run over by an Israeli bulldozer (and backed over again), but I thought I'd post this...
"3/17/03 [URL=http://customwire.ap.org/dynamic/stories/I/ISRAEL_PROTESTER_KILLED?SITE=... run over American woman with bulldozer[/URL] Greg Schnabel, 28, from Chicago, said the protesters were in the house of Dr. Samir Masri. "Rachel was alone in front of the house as we were trying to get them to stop," he said. "She waved for bulldozer to stop and waved. She fell down and the bulldozer kept going. We yelled 'stop, stop', and the bulldozer didn't stop at all. It had completely run over her and then it reversed and ran back over her," he said.
Rachel before the bulldozer
Rachel after the bulldozer
Rachel just moments before she was run over by the bulldozer. There is no question that the bulldozer could see her and knew she was there.
3/17/03 [URL=http://electronicintifada.net/v2/article1248.shtml]MORE PHOTOS OF IDF BULLDOZER INCIDENT[/URL]
Yesterday, in the Azores, Tony Blair and George Bush went on at great length about the poor, suffering, people of Iraq, and why it was necessary to risk the lives of our husbands, fathers, and sons, to deal with the cruel tyrant in charge of that nation. Yet over the last few weeks, the Israeli forces running amok in Gaza and the West Bank have been killing not only Palestinians, but never careful of their targets, killed Israeli settlers, some of their own troops, and yesterday, ran over an American woman with a bulldozer, twice.
And so far, not a word of protest from the US Government which only seems to find concern for cruelty against humans in regions that have a great deal of oil. Not only has the US Government failed in its self-proclaimed task of punishing those who kill Americans, the US Government continues to send billions and billions of your tax dollars to pay for the guns, bullets helicopters, rockets, flechette rounds, and yes, the bulldozers.
This non-reaction to the death of Rachel Corrie only underscores that concern for human rights is just a mask worn by the US Government in their lust for conquest and oil, and that the US Government would just as easily approve of killing the people of Iraq to attain their real objective."
"The Media considered this person a hero for trying to stop a massacre."
"But the media considers this person a fool for trying to stop a massacre."
"What kind of human being thinks intentionally running over a peace activist with a bulldozer is funny?
What kind of human beings think its funny to disrupt the memorial service with tear gas and stun bullets?
[URL=http://www.guardian.co.uk/israel/Story/0,2763,917178,00.html]Israeli forces break up memorial service for Rachel Corrie with tear gas and stun grenades![/URL]"
Er, this is kind of [URL=http://www.gooff.com/NM/templates/Breaking_News.asp?articleid=432&zoneid..., but I'm sure everyone here can handle it, heh.


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National Research Program
Geochemistry and Hydroclimatology of Streams and Estuaries
The physical/chemical variability in our rivers and estuaries is large, but causes and interactions are not clearly defined. Variations forced by weather and climate appear to be very important, but we don't yet understand how riverine-esturarine systems operate on very short and moderately long time scales. Furthermore, the effect of anthropogenic activities also may be important. Without such information we cannot understand and predict how these systems respond to variations in climate and human activities including changes in the amount, character, and timing of freshwater, toxic- waste, sediment and plant-nutrient inflows to these environments. Project objectives are to better understand the variability of the physics (circulation) and chemistry (primarily oxygen, carbon, silicon, nitrogen and phosphorous dynamics) in riverine and estuarine environments, and to discriminate between natural variations due to atmospheric/oceanic forcing and human-caused impacts.
Dettinger, M.D., Ralph, F.M., Hughes, M., Das, T., Neiman, P., Cox, D., Estes, G., Reynolds, D., Hartman, R., Cayan, D., and Jones, L., 2012 (web publication 7/13/11), Design and quantification of an extreme winter storm scenario for emergency preparedness and planning exercises in California: Natural Hazards, v. 60, no. 3, p. 1085-1111, DOI: 10.1007/s11069-011-9894-5. (on-line abstract or on-line article in pdf format, 2.0 MB, published by Springer with open-access)
Daniel R. Cayan
Michael Dettinger
Steven W. Hostetler
Fred Murphy
For information on additional projects in the National Research Program, see Indexes to NRP projects and bibliographies.
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When Sterling Homes designers were confronted with the challenge of building a home on a larger, country-style lot, they were up for the challenge.
Instead, they amplified an existing plan, creating a new home designed to mirror the wide-open spaces that surround it.
"That theme starts with the front and rear exteriors of the home," said Qualico's single family homes sales manager Dale Penner of The Acadia, a 2,208-square-foot, two-storey design.
"On the front, there's a big porch, while out back, there's an enclosed deck. You can sit out front with a coffee even if it's raining, while you can barbecue or visit out back without being bothered by mosquitoes."
The Acadia was designed to bring the country ambience inside.
"Our designers did a fantastic job of creating a bright, open interior. Combine all those windows with features such as nine-foot ceilings and an open-concept great room and you have a main floor that's very enjoyable to spend time in with family or friends."
The living room was made extra wide while the kitchen -- with its long island and raised eating bar for three -- was placed along the front wall. This two-thirds/one-third design makes for exceptional flow.
"We're very pleased with how the great room turned out. While the kitchen isn't as big as some, it's not cramped at all. Our designers got the width and length of the island just right. There's a four-foot-wide aisle between it and the counter on the other side that allows ample room to walk by when the oven door is open, while the island offers extra eating and food preparation space," Penner said.
To ensure the great room wasn't overtly open-concept in nature, the dining room was then placed off to the left of the kitchen in its own defined space.
"It's a separate, yet accessible, space," he said. "Our designers wanted to create an open feel, but didn't want it to be too open. It balances off the great room just perfectly."
While the focus was clearly on creating a functional great room, fashion is present, as well. To ensure the voluminous area felt warm, Sterling's design team went with dark maple hardwoods espresso maple cabinets and beige Caesarstone countertops.
Meanwhile, the living room was outfitted with a ribbon-style gas fireplace that, along with four shelves either side and TV niche above, forms a focal point that adds even more warmth to the great room/kitchen area. Then, a feature at the rear of the kitchen -- a walk-through pantry -- adds another element of efficiency to an area that deftly blends fashion and function.
"It not only offers all kinds of storage space, but has a door that takes you through to a laundry/mudroom and then through to the hallway in behind, which contains a powder room," Penner said. "There's room to put either a freezer or fridge in the pantry, while the laundry room has a full closet and under-stair storage.
"There's no wasted space. Upstairs, there's just a small centre hallway with rooms surrounding it," he said.
"Minimizing the hallway allowed us to increase the size of the bedrooms, which enabled us to put walk-in closets in each one."
Once again, large windows are everywhere to let in light and provide a view of the wide-open spaces surrounding the home. The master bedroom, with three windows (one either side and one above) the king-sized bed -- plus another one on the left-hand wall -- is big and bright. It's capped off in style by a large, luxurious ensuite.
"It's larger than normal so homeowners can soak in the six-foot soaker tub without feeling hemmed in," Penner said.
"There's also a five-foot custom tile shower with rain showerhead, (beige/tan) ceramic tile floor, espresso maple vanity with Caesarstone countertop (and dual sinks) -- and a large window on the back wall to let in lots of natural light. The main bath also has a soaker tub, and there's a big linen closet in the hallway for storage."
Downstairs, the open floor plan allows for a 17.6-foot by 26.6-foot rec room, a fourth bedroom that measures 16.8-feet by 11.3-feet, a four-piece bath and large storage/mechanical area.
"The Acadia is an efficiently designed home on every level," he said.
"While the focus was creating an interior that evoked a country feel, our designers didn't lose sight of the need to create a liveable home that offers value, function and exceptional finishing quality."
Builder: Sterling Homes
Address: 31 Benson Boulevard, Oak Bluff West
Style: Two-storey
Model: The Acadia
Size: 2,208 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Lot Size: 80' x 140'
Lot Price: $121,699
Price: $517,400 (including lot, upgrades & GST)
Contact: Terry Musick, new-homes sales consultant @ (204) 946-2740


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Notice of Meeting of the FDIC Advisory Committee on Banking Policy
Board Room on the sixth floor of the FDIC Building located at 550 - 17th Street, N.W., Washington, D. C.
Date and Time
June 2, 2004 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, as amended), notice is hereby given of a meeting of the FDIC Advisory Committee on Banking Policy ("Advisory Committee"), which will be held in Washington, D.C. The Advisory Committee will provide advice and recommendations on a broad range of issues relating to the FDIC's mission and activities.
The agenda items will include discussion of one or more of the following topics: federal preemption of state laws, payday lending, Basel II capital requirements, the boundaries between banking and commerce, the ten-percent deposit cap and industry consolidation, the two-tiered approach to bank regulation, FDIC's Center for Financial Research, and recent proposed revisions to the Community Reinvestment Act regulations. Agenda items are subject to change. Any changes to the agenda will be announced at the beginning of the meeting.
Type of Meeting
The meeting will be open to the public, limited only by the space available on a first-come, first-served basis. For security reasons, members of the public will be subject to security screening procedures and must present a valid photo identification to enter the building. The FDIC will provide attendees with auxiliary aids (e.g., sign language interpretation) required for this meeting. Those attendees needing such assistance should call (202) 416-2089 (Voice); (202) 416-2007 (TTY), at least two days before the meeting to make necessary arrangements. Written statements may be filed with the committee before or after the meeting.
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GTA 5: CRAZY FUN MILITARY HELICOPTER Cargobob (CH 47 Chinook) Gameplay Review
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LazzyBoy24: Into a airport hangar
Adham Cass: i dont know how but my friend is level 55 and he has the cargobob and the normal helicopter and the frogger and onther one i cant remember that he found so ya
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Dwiksterino - LivestreamFails Archive: If you hit rank 20 (i belvieve) Maverick's will be replaced by Cargobob's at the helipad's and i really like it it's funny to screw around with those, but once you hit rank 30 the Cargobob's get replaced by Frogger's. Is there a way to get back a Cargobob or to keep it if you are not 30 yet and you are about to hit it? You can't get them at the millitairy base either. If i want it when i make a new character i want to play with the bob's but i want to level up too.
Mike Bartoli: Pretty lame dude! Why not tell us where and how to get the chopper instead of cut and pasting half of Wikipedia in your description! Oh, and by the way..it's not even a Chinook!
Jon: How dd you get it in black?
don't reply: now that looks sick!
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Tame Impala - Innerspeaker
A layered album that can withstand constant repeat plays and still offer something new is truly a rare treat.Read more on Tame Impala Listen to Tame Impala on Spotify
Recording an album in a mansion with panoramic views over the Indian Ocean should provide artists with ample inspiration. From the addictive psychedelia on offer here, it clearly worked.
Things kick off with the filtered guitars of 'It Isn't Meant to Be', and you could be forgiven for thinking you'd been transported back to the late 60s, or some intimate, hitherto unadvertised Flaming Lips concert. Not surprising then that the album was mixed by Dave Fridmann, whose back catalogue includes work with the American art-rockers and Brooklyn's finest new school electronic indie kids, MGMT.
'Alter Ego', in contrast, forsakes the opening track's floating on a cloud sensibility for a bluesy, rockier sounding drive time ethic that falls somewhere between The Rolling Stones and The Beach Boys. Sketched roads stretch off into an imagined distance, punctuated by a drum section almost as heavy as the lead guitar riff, hooking you in and demanding at least a tap of the foot.
'Why Won't You Make Up Your Mind' and 'Jeremy's Storm' both opt for a wall of sound, with the latter beating the former past the 'best example of…' post. Deflating electric pianos give way to a building vocal section before bass, rolling snare and head nodding kicks enter the fray.
The Who get a nod in the gritty, raw and wholly Southern Fried 'The Bold Arrow of Time'. Three minutes and 47 seconds of spiralling electric solos and opiate soundscapes that defy their depth with a pace guaranteed to keep the dancefloor sweating until the final cymbals peak and the distorted guitars warm down.
A layered album that can withstand constant repeat plays and still offer something new is truly a rare treat. With their appropriately sun-kissed August release, Australia's finest new export have come very close to achieving this.


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Chapman University School of Law
by Tom Horne
Chapman is the only law school in Orange County on a university campus. Before it opened its law school in 1995, Chapman University had a rich history dating back to 1861. It later merged with California Christian College, and still maintains its Christian heritage, although no religious courses are required and admission is open to all.
Chapman also offers a Tax Law Emphasis certificate program to students pursuing their Juris Doctor degrees. It's the only school in California to offer this. With core tax courses and rich clinical experiences, the tax law program provides interested students with solid foundations in the field of tax law. Students are also permitted to enroll in tax law courses in the LL.M. in Taxation program while pursuing their JD degrees.
In addition, a joint JD/MBA is available in conjunction with the AACSB-accredited George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics. Offered to full-time students, the program requires four years of study and acceptance to both the Chapman University School of Law and the Argyros School of Business and Economics. The JD/MBA program gives students the opportunity to obtain two highly marketable professional degrees.
In the area of career services, Chapman boasts some extraordinary numbers for its alumni. Eight months after graduation, 89% of their students have jobs, many with regionally or nationally renowned employers. Some Chapman alumni have accepted clerkships for U.S. District Courts in California, Nevada, and the Virgin Islands, U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, the Minnesota State Court of Appeals, the Colorado State Court of Appeals and the U.S. Department of Labor. This demonstrates not only the value of Chapman's Career Services Center, but also the value of the education it's providing to the students.
Chapman emphasizes smaller classes with one-on-one attention from very distinguished and diverse faculty members, almost all of whom have had their works published in various journals. Professors view themselves as teachers and mentors and are available to students for personal intellectual partnerships as well as academic and career advice. The Socratic Method is only one of their teaching tools. Professors also employ lectures, small seminars, student study groups and simulation courses.
The school also stresses ethics and citizenship in its legal training; they view themselves as a community dedicated to fostering the intellectual and personal development of good people…who also happen to be great lawyers. And the impressive results listed above seem to demonstrate this.
Orange, California, adds to the appeal. The city sits close to three of Southern California's biggest hubs: Anaheim, San Diego, and Los Angeles. In addition, for those with an international flare, the Mexican border is just a bit further south of San Diego. There's always something to do in the warm sun where it seemingly never rains. ABA standards require full-time Chapman Law students to devote substantially all working hours to the study of law. (Students shall not engage in remunerative employment for more than 20 hours per week, for example). But when you really need some time away from work or studying, you can take a day trip to Hollywood, Disneyland or Sea World. They're all just a short drive away.
Chapman is open and flexible when it comes to paying its tuition. In the 2003/2004 academic year, that was $25,350. Grants and other forms of financial aid are available, in addition to a staggered payment plan that eases the burden of the other alternative: making one lump sum payment. Also, for the 2003/2004 academic year, Chapman awarded $2.5 million in academic merit scholarships. More than 80% of first-year students received scholarship awards averaging more than $10,000. Merit scholarship awards are made by the Admissions Committee, and all applicants are automatically considered without the need to submit additional material.
While Chapman does have the basic required courses (Torts, Property, etc.), it also gives extra credit for students who, for example, engage in approved competitions. Credit is also available for students who conduct directed research in a field not regularly taught at Chapman. This enables students to explore virtually any area of law, even if that area isn't covered at Chapman (but most are).
So as you can see, Chapman has a lot to offer. One of the most interesting things is that this law school is definitely still on its way up. It's relatively new, but growing. The statistics point out the value of a Chapman Law education, and this is a school that's not even 10 years old. What it lacks in history, it seems to make up for in quality. Student testimonials rave about the Chapman Law experience. Those testimonials, plus the fact that so many Chapman grads seem to find quality jobs, speak volumes for this school.
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I am constantly in awe of the process and artistry involved in street art mural work. This short video observes the brilliant Polish muralist BEZT from the ETAM Cru collective as he creates a gorgeous piece titled simply "Europe" in … Continue reading
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Station Culture
Rumia, Poland is a small city just outside of Gdansk. When the local government decided to revitalize the old railway station, they decided to incorporate the public library in the project. The combined transit station/cultural center has now won the … Continue reading
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The Escapist
Regular visitors to TBTP are well aware of my inordinate enthusiasm for old school print travel magazines. So, it will be no surprise that I'm a big fan of The Escapist from the editors of MONOCLE. Each issue of this … Continue reading
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Plastic Labyrinth
Even infrequent visitors to TBTP know how I feel about the brilliant Spanish street art collective known as Luzinterruptus. So, it's about time to catch-up with the anonymous crew of environmental pranksters. Last month they used thousands of discarded plastic … Continue reading
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H/T to our old friend Ula Wolodkowicz for this wonderful aerial tour of beautiful Poland. If you've had doubts about ever visiting Poland, this should be the tipping point. The video—via Nokia air copter—is by Artur Gajdzinski of ArtCamBiz.
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text: "In a 3-4 you did more of a read-and-react. This is more of a react-on-the-run — rush the quarterback and then react to the run on the way to the quarterback," Lett said, via the Star-Telegram. "Kind of the same thing I did as a football player, so I'm kind of used to it, and I'm looking forward to teaching it and coaching it." Lett said the Cowboys' defensive linemen are going to make more plays this season, and they're excited about that. "The 4-3 is more about a penetrating, we-get-to-eat-first type of deal. That's what we're calling it. We're at the front of the food chain," Lett said. http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...-cowboys-defensive-line-will-play-like-i-did/


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The leader of the Utah Democratic Party called the state's education system a "catastrophe" Tuesday, saying lawmakers and state government have failed children.
Sen. Jim Dabakis, D-Salt Lake City, and Utah Democratic Party Chairman, stood with other party leaders Tuesday for a news conference intended to draw attention to problems with the way Utah educates its children.
"It's not that our public schools are failing our kids, we are failing our public schools," Dabakis said, "and it's time that we started to talk to the parents and to the people of the state of Utah and to point out just how catastrophic the fall in Utah's public education has been."
He and other Democrats pointed to Utah's large class sizes, low per-pupil funding and graduation rates. The state's graduation rate, now 78 percent, has actually increased significantly since 2008, according to the State Office of Education. But a recent federal report showed Utah's graduation rate ranked in the bottom half of the nation. That report also showed that in 2011, Utah had the fourth-lowest graduation rate for Latinos in the country at 57 percent. Latinos are Utah's largest minority group.
"Our students of color, our minority students and our low income students are not keeping up with the rest of the population," said Josie Valdez, vice chairman of the Democratic Party. Party leaders didn't specifically outline Tuesday how to turn around education in Utah, with Dabakis saying they plan to offer more specifics later in the session.
Senate President Wayne Niederhauser, R-Sandy, said after the news media event Tuesday he agrees that Utah lawmakers need a plan when it comes to education in Utah.
Both Niederhauser and Dabakis praised a plan to improve education put forward by Prosperity 2020, a business-led initiative, and touted by Gov. Gary Herbert. But Dabakis said the governor should be leading such efforts, and Niederhauser said lawmakers need more substance on how to reach the goals of the Prosperity 2020 plan.
"Legislatures are reactive by nature," Niederhauser said. "I'd like to see [the legislature] be less reactive, have a plan to bring the groups together and do so here in the legislature, to get the legislature on board so we can create a long-term policy for education and then align the bills, the discussion we have, toward that target."


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March 4, 2013
NEW ORLEANS - After a record-breaking indoor track and field season, junior Mason Finley was honored Monday morning as the 2013 United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Mountain Region Field Athlete of the Year.
The Buena Vista, Colo., native holds the second-best throw among collegians this season in the shot put (65'-9.75" / 20.06m), which broke Wyoming's school record of 64'-7" held by Jason Gervais from the 2000 season.
"This is a nice recognition for Mason to show that his hard work from the fall is paying off," said UW associate head coach Paul Barrett. "He has been a great competitor, and has represented the Cowboys very well over the indoor season leading up to the NCAA Indoor Championships this week."
At the MW Indoor Championships Feb. 22-23, Finley was given the league's Most Outstanding Overall Male Performer award with his shot put title and second-place finish in the weight throw. His shot put distance of 65'-1.50" was over five feet farther than the runner-up. He also competed in the shot put at the Don Kirby Elite Invitational where he placed second at 65'-1.50."
Texas Tech's Kennedy Kithuka was named the Mountain Region Track Athlete of the Year, while Northern Arizona's Eric Heins was recognized as the Mountain Region Coach of the Year.
Finley will compete in the shot put at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships this Friday, Mar. 8, in Fayetteville, Ark. The event is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. MT.


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The Good Sam Rally, presented by DISH, is proud to present… Kenny Rogers, Friday, November 2, 2012!
Originally from the "wrong" side of Houston, Kenny Rogers was the first in his family to graduate from high school. As a teenager, he sang in a doo-wop group, The Scholars, and from there joined the New Christy Minstrels in the mid 1960s, Kenny and other group members later splintered off to form The First Edition. Their first big hit, "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town", propelled Kenny's gravelly tones to center stage, and they soon became Kenny Rogers and the First Edition, until they disbanded in the 1970s.
From there, Kenny went solo. He began chalking up a string of country-tinged 'top 20′ pop hits with "Lucille", "Don't Fall in Love With a Dreamer", "Through the Years", "We've Got Tonight", and his two #1 hit sellers "Islands in the Stream" (with Dolly Parton) and "Lady". By the late 1970s, he had sold over $100 million worth of records.
Rogers was named the "Favorite Singer of All Time" in a 1986 PM Magazine/USA Today poll. In 1989, People magazine readers voted him their "Favorite Male Vocalist", and he has also been awarded the Recording Industry Association of America's prestigious Diamond Award, celebrating sales of more than 10 million albums for his "Greatest Hits" album.


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LANCE Armstrong, rising petrol prices and America's love affair with the body beautiful have helped launch a boom in bicycle sales as US car sales fall.
Sales of speciality bicycles have soared by 10 per cent so far this year, while car sales have dropped by 9.5 per cent.
As if to confirm the apparent new trend towards eco-friendly transport, US Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman on Monday outlined a national oil conservation campaign.
Americans were asked to rein in their petrol consumption to compensate for disruption to oil supplies caused by hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Mr Bodman issued his plea only days after President George Bush, a keen mountain bike rider, urged the country's motorists to share cars and drive less.
Even before the latest campaign, Americans bought almost as many bicycles (19 million) last year as they did during the 1973 oil crisis (20 million).
The increase in petrol prices by almost 50 per cent over the past year has been the main reason behind the switch from four to two wheels. But it is not the only explanation for the change.
"Above all, it's the higher price of gas," said Paul Gaiser, the owner of Scooter Commuter in Bethesda, Maryland. "But also it's concern for the environment and the cost of another car.
"Our sales have quadrupled in the past two months. I think it's a major paradigm shift. It's here to stay."
The pedalling boom brought sales of more than $US5 billion in 2004, mostly in the cheap hybrid road bike sector that major chain stores specialise in.
The boom in the speciality sector has much to do with the success of Lance Armstrong, who won his seventh successive Tour de France in July.
The Trek machines used by Armstrong can be seen across America, with many cyclists adopting the racing colours of the United States Postal Service, worn by the cyclist until last year. Trek sales have risen 10-fold since 1990.
The bicycle is also becoming increasingly popular among those concerned by America's obesity crisis. With 130 million Americans overweight, anything that tightens the waistband is appealing.
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text: KARACHI - Police claimed to have killed four TTP operatives during a targeted operation in the defunct organisation's dominated area while an alleged outlaw was killed in another encounter in Orangi Town on Sunday. According to details, District Malir police said they killed three alleged militants during a search operation in various parts of Gadap Town including Afghan Basti, Deluxe Town and Pioneer Homes. Police said the operation was conducted on tip-off about the presence of some hardcore TTP militants. Heavy contingent of District Malir police participated in the operation and cordoned off the entire localities.During the operation, the police force faced massive resistance and indiscriminate firing from the militants. However, the police team retaliated to the situation and killed three militants and detained about one dozen suspects including five foreigners. The detainees were shifted to undisclosed location for further investigation. The police also claimed to have recovered 15 kg explosives, four hand-grenades and hundreds of bullets. The bodies of the militants were moved to morgue for identification after completing medico-legal formalities at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.Another militant, who was injured in the encounter, succumbed to injuries when he was trying to flee from the scene with his six other accomplices. The police officials who were following the fleeing militants found the body and shifted it to morgue.Talking to media, District Malir SSP Rao Anwar said the militants were killed during exchange of fire with police, adding that over 250 police officials, personnel and commandoes participated in the operation.Separately, a suspect was killed during an encounter with police in Orangi Town. District West SSP Irfan Baloch said the encounter took place when the culprits were snatching cash from a cashier of a local hospital. He said the police personnel on routine patrolling reached the site and killed one of the criminals during an exchange of fire, adding that one police constable was also injured in the shootout. The body of the suspect who has yet to be identified was shifted to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital for autopsy.After the Zarb-e-Azab operation is launched by Pak Army in North Waziristan, the law enforcers including Police and Rangers have killed at least 15 militants of the TTP during separate encounters, raids and operation in various parts of the city.Separately, two people including a woman were killed in separate acts of violence. According to details, a youth was found dead near from Qalandaria Chowk in North Nazimabad within the limits of Sharah-e-Noor Jahan Police Station. The deceased has yet to be identified. His body was moved to morgue for identification after completing medico-legal formalities at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital. Police said the initial investigation suggested that some unidentified persons after his kidnapping shot him multiple times and later dumped his body.Similarly, a woman was found dead from Qayyumabad River within the precincts of Ibrahim Hyderi Police Station. Police said the deceased was apparently killed after being kidnapped by unidentified persons who strangled her to death over unexplained reasons. Her body was moved to morgue for identification after completing medico-legal formalities at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre.This news was published in The Nation newspaper. Read complete newspaper of 23-Jun-2014 here.


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In the 1994 movie DROP Squad, an underground militant organization spots Black Americans who have sold out, exploited or otherwise turned their backs on their race and then puts them through a rigorous D.R.O.P. (Deprogramming and Restoration of Pride). Every time I watch Bruford Jamison Jr. get dropped, I wonder who among us deserves to be plucked away and reprogrammed.
You see, Bruford got his because he worked for an ad agency that seemed to specialize in racist ads like the one above, selling chicken and liquor. While the DROP Squad tended more toward abuse than education, the idea is in the right place. If you could D.R.O.P. anyone, who would it be and why? I have a short list of people I'd like to see deprogrammed.