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One Man's Island - Isle of Man TT
Man's Island
DVD by Hoffworks Productions
Directed by Peter Riddihough
100 minutes,
color, stereo, standard aspect ratio
All regions compatible
More: 2005 Isle of Man TT impressions
Just how serious a motorcyclist are
you? How committed are you to the sport...or to your
you've spent thousands on a dedicated track day bike.
Perhaps you're a world adventure tourer. Or maybe you ride
to work 260 days
per year?
commitment, and then there's commitment. Would you really
give up your job, sell everything you owned, say goodbye to
your family and friends and devote a year of your life to a
single, focused, dangerous and highly personal cause in a foreign land?
Gardiner did just that. Somehow, somewhere, a spark started
a flame which turned into an inferno of passion that could only be
quenched by one thing: riding the Isle of Man TT.
all fantasized about pulling a Walter Mitty. Watching
Valentino Rossi scythe his way through the MotoGP field, or feeling the scream of Juan Pablo Montoya's BMW
we may momentarily picture ourselves in the pilot's seat. But if
you turned to your mate with the news that you've decided to chuck
it all to live out the fantasy -- well, let's face it, most people would
call you nuts.
Gardiner is probably the perfect guy to tell this story; not cut
from the mold of the young and wild motorcycle racer, he's thoughtful, quiet and
January 2002, Canadian Mark Gardiner gave up his job, home
and life-savings for a chance to ride in the Isle of Man TT,
the world's greatest and most dangerous motorcycle road
But this is what makes it a great narrative, because he
can so completely intellectualize the experience and relay it to us in
stream-of-consciousness dialog.
videography in this documentary is wonderful. It follows Mark from his early winter arrival in the Isle of Man as
he follows his meticulous plan for conquering the Mountain.
All of his thoughts, frustrations and successes are open for all
to see as he plans his attack, from the daily 30-mile bicycle
rides around the course to his carefully drawn entry and exit
plans for each of the hundreds of corners.
Man's Island hits you on at least three different levels. You'll learn
more about the TT -- the most famous and unique motorcycle event
in history. You'll experience first-hand what it takes to
make it happen. And it will force you to place your own
motivation, drive and commitment in the mirror.
from The One Man's Island story were published in the February and April 2003 issues
of Motorcyclist Magazine to a very enthusiastic response.
Mark Gardiner is also writing a book about his experiences, and if
it's anything like the articles and the film, it should be a winner.
DVD film version by Peter Riddihough documents a
quiet perseverance and Zen-like dedication that few of us have
experienced. The message can be appreciated by anyone
interested in the motivations of the human spirit, whether they
share a passion for motorcycles or not.
review of One Man's Island with a different opinion.


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by Staff Writers
Akron, OH (SPX) Nov 23, 2012
Working in the lab for the last few years, three generations of University of Akron polymer scientists say their mutual and passionate curiosity about science has led to their discovery of a first-of-its-kind, easily adaptable biocompatible polymer structure able to fight infection, filter water and perform a host of other functions.
Darrell Reneker, 82, distinguished professor of polymer science; Matthew Becker, 37, associate professor of polymer science; and Jukuan Zheng, a 25-year-old graduate student, developed what they call a one-size-fits-all polymer system that can be fabricated and then specialized to perform healing functions ranging from fighting infection to wound healing.
The research, "Post-Assembly Derivatization of Electrospun Nanofibers via Strain-Promoted Azide Alkyne Cycloaddition," is published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society.
Material can be adapted to the need
The possibilities for application should pique interest among developers and clinicians, say the scientists. Consider, for instance, Teflon-based vascular grafts used for aneurysm surgery since WWII being replaced by a strong, durable polymer structure with surface proteins that function as healthy blood vessels.
"We can design a blood vessel that can be put in different places and coated with different materials - specific for the heart, specific for vascular, specific for the brain," Becker says.
Through the development, scientists for the first time place small molecules such as peptides, proteins, drugs and carbohydrates, which normally influence how cells behave, and attach therapeutic concentrations of chosen bioactive substances to the surfaces of an implant, after it has been fabricated.
The bioactive efficacy and biocompatibility of the base surface then enables it to be implanted into the human body and perform healing functions that can save lives.
Process efficient and effective
"This chemistry will be very useful in that you can manufacture many different implant products that contain the same kind of sites for attachment and put any of a wide variety of bioactive substances on the same kind of attachment site."
An unlimited number of biologic molecule types can be attached to the surface of a fibrous system, from antibiotics to fracture-healing vitamins.
"Imagine an emergency combat medic carrying around a box of bulky bandages to provide exactly the needed function from a larger number of possible needs," Reneker says. "This system provides choice without bulk."
Jukuan adds that he envisions the multifunctional development transitioning into an easy-to-use formula.
"This material will make life easier," he says. "People will just open a package, mix two ingredients and it will be ready to use."
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"I just tried to save some ground and be patient with her like I did the other day going a mile and an eighth," said Gomez. "When I started my way through the field and when we turned for home, I had one left to get by. When I showed her some daylight, she did what she's supposed to do and she did it nicely for us."
When the field turned for home, Tejida opened up a three-length lead going into the stretch. Communique, however, unleashed a powerful turn of foot up the inside and angled out to catch the leader by a half-length in the last strides. The final time was 2:28.91.
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The mission of the Lindsey Wilson Theatre
Department is to provide a nurturing and challenging artistic
environment that celebrates our history and anticipates our future,
and to enhance the cultural and aesthetic experience of our campus
and community through quality productions and educational
Lindsey Wilson's mission is to provide a
learning environment that serves every student, every day.
Emphasis is placed on providing a strong, liberal-arts
foundation for all students so they can appreciate the world from
diverse points of view. In the past two years the Theatre
Program has grown and developed quickly; 6 students have graduated
with the Theatre Minor degree, there are now 15 students working
towards a Minor in Theatre (10 of those are planning to complete
the Major in Theatre if it becomes part of the curriculum), the
program has produced 10 mainstage plays, 2 children's plays, 2
Madrigal Dinners, and a Showcase of student-directed plays and
acting scenes. The renovation of V. P. Henry has provided the
Theatre Program with a first-class facility for theatre production
and technical instruction. The Theatre Program now has a
chapter of Alpha Psi Omega - the National Theatre Honor Society
with 7 members already and 5 more to be inducted this spring.
Program Goals:
The Theatre program is to provide:
1. Thorough knowledge of the main components
of the Theatre Arts.
2. Appreciation of the historical and present
impact of theatre on human civilization.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
analyze and create solutions to specific challenges of the
theatre production process.
critically analyze dramatic works.
apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom directly
to rehearsal and performance.
understand Theatre as a vitally important force for
communication and understanding in an increasingly multi-cultural
Written work, objective tests, works-in-progress, rehearsals,
performances and presentations will be assessed using the Written
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Rubrics as well as the Program Performance, Directing and
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Senior Seminar in which students will demonstrate expertise in one
of the following: performance, design, dramaturgy, directing
or playwriting.
Essential Student learning outcomes:
Effective Communication Skills.
Effective skills of inquiry and analysis.
Cultural awareness and engagement as citizens of the nation and
the world.
Application and integration of knowledge.
Theatre has, for 2,500 years, by real and imagined contexts,
questioned and explored the nature of the human being and the world
from many and various perspectives. The program provides
a basic knowledge of the main components of the theatre arts and
appreciation of the historical and present impact of theatre on
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3 Maxwell Court, Evanston Park SA 5116
Sold for $392,500
SOLD House - Property ID: 812726
Set within in this highly popular modern suburb, this property truly exudes immaculate presentation, quality throughout plus a very interesting floor plan. There is no doubt this home will appeal to those with very discerning standards and who are searching for a property that ticks all the boxes and literally does not need another cent spent! May I suggest you browse through the attached photographs, then pick up the phone or email me quickly, for properties of this calibre are hard to find and certainly get snapped up in a heart beat!
Main Features:
* Set on an impressively landscaped corner allotment of approx. 661m2 and built during 2003 utilizing concrete slab, brick veneer construction and tiled roof. A wide drive way allows easy access to the double garage that is under the main roof and comes with remote controlled door plus internally convenient separate side garden and direct house access
* The total building area including garage, front porch and gable covered outdoor entertaining totals an impressive: 310.2 sq.m approx.
* The home is insulated and boasts ducted evaporative air conditioning, ducted gas heating, a Bosch HiFlow 21E instantaneous gas hot water service and for peace of mind, all main street facing windows are protected by manual security shutters.
* The front and rear gardens are all designed for minimal maintenance and are linked to an auto irrigation system
o The front porch opens to a wide and spacious foyer with tiled flooring that then continues to flow throughout all the main traffic areas of the home.
* A generous separate study with floating timber floors lays directly to the right of the entry.
* The appealing floor plan cleverly houses all the living areas to one side and all the sleeping quarters to the other.
* The open plan living section firstly boasts a spacious formal lounge area (currently utilized as a billiard room) and is set conveniently adjacent the kitchen. The modern kitchen boasts quality joinery with a corner walk-in pantry, an abundance of bench and cupboard space, dual stainless steel sinks, matching stainless steel Technika appliances i.e.: gas cook tops and electric wall oven, plus a built-in stainless steel Dishlex dishwasher. The huge light and bright adjoining open space family room and dining area provides a fabulous arena to relax and entertain, especial being linked by the sliding door to the enormous 70 sq.m all weather gabled outdoor area; which makes it perfect for those large family get-togethers, partys and barbeques!
* The laundry is set in central location with handy access to inside and out.
* Moving into what is in essence the sleeping wing of the home, this floor plan provides a separate passageway (with built-in linen closet incl.) leads you to 4 really nice size bedrooms; all of which enjoy their own built-in robes and overhead fans; whilst the master bedroom (which is positioned to the rear for peace and privacy) boasts a generous walk-in robe and an ensuite bathroom. Servicing the other bedrooms (and visiting guests alike) is the sparkling main bathroom with vanity unit, full bath and clear glass shower cubicle; the W.C is totally separate.
* Externally the rear of the home (apart from the vast outdoor area) offers a very handy double side gate access for trailers etc, a bank of 6 x 3 module rainwater tanks, a garden utility shed with covered bike storage ... and so my list could continue!
All in all, this is an immaculate and highly desirable property that I am proud to present to you, but because homes of this quality and feature are rare at this price may I suggest you best be quick or be prepared to be disappointed!
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It seems that the truth has some how lost its appeal. So often we are attracted to the buzz of the headlines and the initial story, but how often do we wait for the truth to surface to find out what really happed or what the real issues are.
We as consumers have been corralled, misled, polluted, and confused, by the media hype and spin-doctor machine until we are too exhausted and over whelmed by the retoric and minutia to have the focused attention needed to analyze the facts when the truth finally comes to light. "The story that could be" has become so enticing to the media conglomerates that the real story and a great story no longer resemble one another.
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Sesame Shrimp with Honey Mustard Sauce
from Steamy Kitchen food column in Tampa Tribune
It never fails that at least twice a day, I'm asked, "so when are you gonna start your own restaurant?" My reply is always the same, "only when I have an extra million in the bank and I don't have to worry about making money."
I know a restaurant is just too much for to handle for my delicate psyche. How would I ever explain to the IRS why "weekly psychotherapy" is part of operating expenses? And the only way I'd be able to handle the long hours and hard work is with back to back shots of double espressos followed by a Red Bull chaser. But really, with that regimen, I'd scare off innocent, unsuspecting people with, "DUDE! YOU! NEED! TO! TRY! MY! SESAME! SHRIMP!" leaping out of the doorway and shoving a sample in any open mouth passing by. Yeah, maybe hyperactive, assertive marketing wouldn't work well.
Which is why I have so much respect for anyone working in the industry. I just spent the afternoon at a food and wine festival called Forks and Corks in Sarasota, and I've gotta say, it was simply fantastic. The festival was sponsored by the Sarasota Originals, a group of 50 independently owned restaurants in the area, and held in the exquisite, palatial courtyard of the Ringling Museum of Art. It was very Sarasota-esque, I felt under-accessorized without a boob job and lip plump.
Behind every restaurant's sample booth was the owner, generously dishing out sample portions of their signature menu item. Despite being on their feet with only 4 hours of sleep in 90F heat, they rocked on with graciousness.
Independent restaurant owners: I bow down to you
If I ever find that extra million in the bank, you can bet that I'll be out there thrusting a deep fried sesame shrimp pierced by cocktail sword atcha'. Aya! that sounded naughty.
Adapted from The Seventh Daughter, Cecilia Chiang
Sesame Shrimp with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Serves 6-8
1 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, with tails attached
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sesame seeds
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine
2 large eggs
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup peanut oil, plus additional for deep frying
1 cup water
Chinese Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
To make sauce – whisk together the mustard, honey, oil and soy sauce until well combined. Set aside until ready to serve.
In a bowl, gently mix the shrimp with salt to coat salt. Cover with cold water, slosh around a few times, drain the shrimp well, and then transfer to a cutting board. Line up 3 shallow bowls and put flour in one, in the second, whisk together sesame oil, wine, eggs, cornstarch, baking soda and the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of the peanut oil and the 1 cup of water until well combined. In the third bowl, add sesame seeds.
Heat a wok or large pot with peanut oil for deep frying over high heat until 360F. Work in batches of 4-5 shrimp at a time. For each shrimp, hold by tail, dip in flour, then batter, then sesame seeds. Deep fry in batches of 4-5 shrimp until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Serve with dipping sauce.
You might also like these other Chinese dishes:
Firecracker Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce – Super easy, always a crowd favorite. Here is also a video of me making the Firecracker Shrimp.
Steamed Spareribs in Black Bean Sauce – a dim sum dish! Video here.


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Synergy Fanatics get ready! Our Spring 2015 Collection will be available on our website soon! This spring brings back some old favorites alongside a massive offering of new styles to fall in love with. This spring we have expanded our tissue knit and printed fabric collections. There is SO much to look forward to, including: a brand NEW screenprint collection, an all new revamped yoga collection, new colorblocking, appliques, styles, and more! Here is a tiny sneak peek of the greatness to come.


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Author | Shubhangi Mehta | Wednesday, Jun 22,2011 9:37 AM
In Design Lions 2011, 12 Indian entries have made it to the shortlist. Mudra Communications leads the chart with six entries. TapRoot India, TBWA\India, Ogilvy & Mather India, Sorento Healhcare, Out of Box and Happy Creative Services have one entry each in the shortlist.
For Posters, Mudra Communications has two shortlists for Loving hands Ministry and PE Electronics. In the Flyers, Tickets, Invitations, Postcards, Christmas and Other Greetings Cards subcategory, Mudra has one shortlist for Lass Natural Cosmetics. The agency has two shortlists for Loving Hands Ministry in Illustration subcategory. And another shortlist in the Self Promotion subcategory.
TBWA India has one shortlist for Calendar.
In Logo Design, Taproot India has a shortlist for Audio Stock Bank.
In Self Promotion Category, Ogilvy &Mather India has a shortlist for Acupressure Treatment.
In the Publications & Business Communications subcategory, Out of the box has been shortlisted for its work on Preschool.
In the Illustration category, Sorento Healthcare has been shortlisted for Osteoarthritis Therapy.
In the Premium Brand category, Happy Creative Services has been shortlisted for Lee Shopping Bag.
Launched in 2008, Design Lions celebrates the creative and use of design as a lever to influence consumers and its use as an aid to the communication of brand and product messages. Based on four criteria, entries will be awarded for their creativity, originality, execution and the level of consumer engagement.
The Design Lions trophies will be presented during the Cyber, Press and Design Lions Awards Ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday June 22, 2011 in the Grand Auditorium, Palais des Festivals. In comparison to the 89 entries from India last year, this year 139 pieces of work would be competing from India. There is an increase in the overall entries from 1297 to 1774 this year. Luciano Deos, President, GAD' Design and there is no jury person from India.


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Former cop who shot up federal building had 'anti-government bias'
WHEELING, W.Va. — Neighbors described him as pleasant but quiet. Former colleagues at the Wheeling Police Department called him "good police."
Yet retired Officer Thomas J. Piccard, 55, of Bridgeport, Ohio, killed by police on Wednesday while firing 18 to 25 bullets at a federal courthouse, harbored "animosity towards the government," U.S. Attorney William J. Ihlenfeld II said.
"He had an anti-government bias," Ihlenfeld said on Thursday. He and FBI officials would not discuss the investigation, but Ihlenfeld said evidence of Piccard's bias includes more than just the building he targeted.
Armed with an assault weapon and a handgun on Wednesday, Piccard fired the assault rifle from a parking lot across the street from the federal building before a Wheeling officer shot him in the side, killing him, law enforcement officials said.
"Not being able to get into his mind, we're not sure if he was shooting at people or just the building," FBI spokeswoman Kelly Kochamba said.
Three people had minor injuries from glass from broken windows, she said. Officials did not release their names.
Piccard, unmarried, lived alone in a trailer park across the Ohio River, neighbors said. Federal investigators searched the home but would not say what they found.
"We're comfortable in the safety of the public," FBI Special Agent John Hambrick said. "He acted alone."
A section of wall was missing from Piccard's home, where garbage cans in the yard were overturned, revealing black plastic bags and a pizza box. The porch light was on. Hambrick would not say what the wall panel might have revealed.
Neighbors Becky Gillespie and Lori LeMasters described Piccard as friendly but reclusive.
"He didn't talk too much," LeMasters said. "He mostly stayed indoors. We'd love to know what happened, because he seemed like a normal guy."
She said she recently heard Piccard had stomach cancer, but she never spoke to him about it.
"He was just a pleasant guy," Gillespie said. "He'd wave to me."
Wheeling police Sgt. Gregg McKenzie, Piccard's partner for a year in the late 1990s, described him as "very aggressive ... in a good way."
"I mean, it was constant; we would just go," he said. "People knew out in East Wheeling when we were out on midnight patrol."
Retired Wheeling police Detective Jim Wright said Piccard worked for him briefly in 1989 in the drug unit. Piccard went undercover to buy drugs from local dealers, he said.
"He did what was expected, and he did it well," Wright said. "You have to think something snapped along the line. I don't know. I can't even comment on it. It's been so long since I've seen him. It's tragic."
Police Chief Shawn Schwertfeger did not release the name of the officer who fatally shot Piccard.
"We're looking out for that officer," he said. "He has a lot of support."
At the courthouse, crews repaired broken windows as employees struggled to return to a normal routine, Ihlenfeld said. Many staff members were terrified when they heard gunfire and dropped to the floor to avoid the bullets, he said.
"There weren't many people there today," said Ihlenfeld, who gave people the option to stay home. "I understand why. Everyone, I think, is still shaken by it."
Piccard left the department in 2000. He had no criminal record or signs of mental illness, officials said.
"But we're still finding out more and more about Mr. Piccard," Kochamba said.
Chris Togneri is a Trib Total Media staff writer. Reach him at 412-380-5632 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Whitney Port Expands Fashion Line By Designing Jewelry!
Whitney Port's Whitney Eve fashion line, you're in for a treat!If you love
It was recently announced that the reality star turned fashion designer would add another expertise to her repatroir, with the launch of her jewelry collection, Bits and Bobs by Whitney Eve. Now the 27-year-old beauty is showing off a sneak peek at some of the first pieces!
Whit blogs:
"I've been mentioning this jewelry line for a little bit now but I finally can share with you a sneak peek of what's to come. This is my first time designing jewelry and I now introduce you to Bits and Bobs by Whitney Eve. I'll be posting the Look Book soon so keep checking back. "
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RSA Laboratories
PORs: Proofs of Retrievability for Large Files
Citation: A. Juels and B. Kaliski. PORs: Proofs of Retrievability for Large Files. ACM CCS, pp. 584–597. 2007.
Abstract: In this paper, we define and explore Proofs of Retrievability (PORs). A POR scheme enables an archive or back-up service (prover) to produce a concise proof that a user (verifier) can retrieve a target file F, that is, that the archive retains and reliably transmits file data sufficient for the user to recover F in its entirety.
A POR may be viewed as a kind of cryptographic proof of knowledge (POK), but one specially designed to handle a file (or bitstring) F. We explore POR protocols here in which the communication costs, number of memory accesses for the prover, and storage requirements of the user (verifier) are small parameters essentially independent of the length of F. In addition to proposing new, practical POR constructions, we explore implementation considerations and optimizations that bear on previously explored, related schemes.
In a POR, unlike a POK, neither the prover nor the verifier need actually have knowledge of F. PORs give rise to a new and unusual security definition whose formulation is another contribution of our work.
We view PORs as an important tool for semi-trusted online archives. Existing cryptographic techniques help users ensure the privacy and integrity of files they retrieve. It is also natural, however, for users to want to verify that archives do not delete or modify files prior to retrieval. The goal of a POR is to accomplish these checks without users having to download the files themselves. A POR can also provide quality-of-service guarantees, i.e., show that a file is retrievable within a certain time bound.
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- A Fuzzy Vault Scheme
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- An Error-Tolerant Password Recovery Scheme
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- Targeted Advertising... and Privacy Too
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- Addition of El Gamal Plaintexts
- Funkspiel Schemes: An Alternative to Conventional Tamper Resistance
- A Fuzzy Commitment Scheme
- Proofs of Work and Bread Pudding Protocols
- Client Puzzles: A Cryptographic Countermeasure Against Connection Depletion Attacks
- Trustee Tokens: Simple and Practical Tracing of Anonymous Digital Cash
- How to Turn Loaded Dice into Fair Coins
- A Practical Secure Physical Random Bit Generator
- X-cash: Executable Digital Cash
- Hiding Cliques for Cryptographic Security
- Security of Blind Digital Signatures. Crypto '97.
- Topics in Black-Box Combinatorial Optimization
- High-Power Proxies for Enhancing RFID Privacy and Utility
- Hillclimbing as a Baseline Method for the Evaluation of Stochastic Approximation Algorithms
- A New Two-Server Approach for Authentication with Short Secrets
- The Blocker Tag: Selective Blocking of RFID Tags for Consumer Privacy
- Parallel Mixing
- Dining Cryptographers Revisited
- New Client Puzzle Outsourcing Techniques for DoS Resistance
- Strengthening EPC Tags Against Cloning
- Security Issues in E-Passports
- Authenticating Pervasive Devices with Human Protocols
- Defining Strong Privacy for RFID
- Shoehorning Security into the EPC Standard
- RFID Security and Privacy: A Research Survey
- Security Analysis of a Cryptographically - Enabled RFID Device
- Coercion-Resistant Electronic Elections
- Fourth Factor Authentication: Somebody You Know
- Cache Cookies for Browser Authentication (Extended Abstract)
- The Security Implications of VeriChip Cloning
- Combating Click Fraud via Premium Clicks
- Vulnerabilities in first-generation RFID-enabled credit cards.
- Cryptanalysis of two lightweight RFID authentication schemes.
- PORs: Proofs of Retrievability for Large Files
- Covert Channels in Privacy-Preserving Identification Systems
- Unidirectional Key Distribution Across Time and Space with Applications to RFID Security
- Privacy-Preserving History Mining for Web Browsers
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iPhone App Provides Yet Another Way To Take Street Style Pics
The whole street style photo trend may not be anything new — think The Sartorialist, Face Hunter and even our own Chic On The Street — but Street-Spotted.com now offers you a somewhat unusual way to get involved. Their new iPhone app, in addition to accessing your phone's camera for snapping pics of sweet-ass dresses, lets you send said pics straight to Street-Spotted.com. From there, all user submissions (except probably the filthy ones that will inevitably roll in) are displayed in a special section on the site.
We like the interactivity of it all. And the excuse to semi-stalk the well-dressed and pretend it's not weird. [iTunes]


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By Catherine Fisher
AfricaAdapt is a knowledge sharing network on climate change adaptation in Africa. My colleague Blane Harvey and I recently published a paper that shares insights from its first phase of operation. Entitled "Behind the Scenes at a ClimateChange Knowledge Sharing Network: IDS Insights from Phase One of AfricaAdapt", it explores the dynamics of design and implementation of a knowledge sharing network in a distributed partnership, from the perspective of the former lead partner.
The paper identifies insights across a range of areas, from governance and managing financial resources to capacity building and learning that we hope will be useful to others thinking of setting up a similar knoweldge sharing network. Here I focus on one theme that emerged around building mutual understandings and the importance of inception and set up meetings. I also share a few practical ideas that didn't make it into the paper.
Importance of exploring and constructing meaning
One theme that emerged in that paper is the importance of establishing understandings that will underpin effective collaboration at the beginning of partnerships. This includes exploring more theoretical understandings about concepts (such as knowledge) as well as practical understandings about planning and communication. We argue that time spent on exploring understandings is important for a range of reasons, not least to help prevent the lead organisation dominating the construction of meaning within the partnership.
Using inception phases to explore understanding
Inception and set-up phases and meetings provide the opportunity to explore understandings, harnessing differences in opinion and perspective to best effect. However inception and set-up meetings are generally very action-orientated and focus on identifying what is to be done by whom. The insights in the working paper point to the importance of also exploring why and how activities are undertaken as part of creating a knowledge sharing network.
Practical suggestions for inception meetings
The table below provides a few suggestions of questions to explore before (or at the beginning of a process) establishing a knowledge sharing network, and ideas of processes that could be used to explore them. I have used some of these approaches but not all and this should not be taken as "best" or even "good" practice. Instead I hope it will be food for thought about ways of addressing some of the issues raised in the paper.
Hope you enjoy the full paper and, if you are planning to set up a knowledge sharing network in partnership, that the following ideas are useful input to any inception or set up meetings.
Questions to explore
Suggestions on process
How do we understand key concepts?
Explore understandings of key concepts by individually completing the phrase "Knowledge is…" (repeating for other concepts eg "knowledge sharing is...", "communicationis...", "participation is..."). First by writing it down then moving around to compare with others. Reflect together as a group on similarities and differences.
What's the purpose of this network?
Revisit the purpose and logic of the network exploring questions such as:
What is the problem this network is seeking to address? Who are the stakeholders? What will be different for them if this is a success? Outcome based planning tools such as Outcome Mapping or Theory of Change approaches could help.
What are our motivations and expectations?
Facilitate a discussion that asks participants to share:
What I hope to gain from involvement
What my organisation hopes to gain
What I/my organisation expects to contribute
What I/my organisation expects others to contribute
What's the organisational context in which we will deliver this?
Use creative ways such as metaphor or pictures to explore organisational culture and values (e.g. if my organisation was a machine/animal/season/colour it would be..).
Draw organagrams (from memory) of each organisation, including people outside the organisation that might affect the network. Compare with each other
How will we actually deliver this?
Explore what each organisation thinks they will be contributing on an ongoing basis and how they will do it.
For example describe "A day in the life of a KSO"
How will we make decisions?
Explore scenarios of different decisions from big decisions such as adopting a new partner to small such as adding an item to a website/newsletter. Who would be involved?
How will we work together?
Identify what existing experience partners already have of working in partnership. One approach could be sharing stories about highs or lows of partnership working. What kinds of partnership do they have, how is this similar or different, what works and what doesn't?
Consider generating principles and strategies for working together, including communication methods and etiquette.
What do we expect of the lead partner?
Explore what power does the lead organisation have vis a vis the other organisations? How can this be balanced? What responsibilities does it have?
What do we do if things go wrong?
Build scenarios of what could go wrong. Explore different ideas of "wrong" then discuss how it could be addressed. Relate to principles for working together.
How will we learn in this process?
Explore what approaches to learning and professional development each organisation has.
Look at simple models for learning such as "experiential learning cycle" and see how they can apply to the partnership. Think about how to learn before and during the process looking at methods such as After Action Reviews, peer assists etc
How will we monitor and evaluate our work?
Discuss understandings of M&E (which are often very different), partners' experience of it, and what they expect to contribute.
Catherine Fisher was Capacity Support Coordinator for the Impact and Learning Team at IDS. She left IDS at the end of September 2012 to join Amnesty International as their new International Capacity Building Co-ordinator


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It's the Final Countdown — Day-Before Planningby Heather Ramsdell in Holidays, November 23rd, 2011
Take a deep breath — the finish line is in sight. You've made it this far, and will be happily sitting down to eat in about 36 short hours or so. The day before is a great opportunity to cross off a hefty portion of your to-do list. You only have one more trip to the store ahead of you for the flowers and then you're home-free to hunker down in the kitchen.
• Brine Time: To ensure a moist and flavorful turkey, we highly recommend brining the bird the day before. A simple salt-and-sugar water bath will easily safeguard you from the perils of a dried-out turkey that even gravy can't fix.
• Easy As Pie: If you've made or bought your pie crusts ahead of time, most Thanksgiving desserts can be a piece of cake. But if you're looking to cross some cooking off your list the day before, make your pies ahead of time. In fact, we even prefer pies that have had a day to sit, especially pumpkin and pecan. Just remember to take them out of the fridge 2 to 3 hours before serving on the big day — and tell your family no early taste-testing.
• Soup's On: Soups can be made the day ahead and easily reheated before serving (this will be one less thing taking up a precious burner on your stove tomorrow). Try Ina Garten's Roasted Butternut Squash Soup and Curry Condiments (pictured above).
• Snack Attack: While you want your guests to be hungry, you don't want them to be too hungry when you sit down to eat (lest they get cranky). Plan ahead for some no-brainer, not-too-heavy hors d'oeuvres to leave out for your earlier guests, which will also distract them while you finish up in the kitchen. Some simple cut-up vegetables with store-bought dip or cheese and crackers will do the trick just fine.
• Flower Power: Put the finishing (and most perishable) touches on your table and buy the flowers to finish arranging your centerpiece. We like reds, yellows and oranges in keeping with the season and find that chrysanthemums have a nice, harvest look to them. Make sure your flowers are low enough that your guests can still see each other across the table.


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Today's tip comes from ITworld member Ty Kiisel, Manager of Social Outreach at AtTask, Inc.
The headline reads: A Disengaged Generation: Young Workers Disengaged by Pressures of Work Worldwide. A pretty dramatic headline, isn't it. It's not mine, but I noticed it a couple of days ago on PR Newswire. According to a new study "...conducted among more than 30,000 employees in 29 countries by GfK Custom Research, a global market research agency, finds a labor market polarized between disillusioned 18 to 29 year-olds and their older, possibly more resigned, counterparts."
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"Internationally, two fifths of young workers (39 percent) are unhappy with their work-life balance -- again the highest percentage of all age groups -- while a third (32 percent) feel that work pressure and stress frequently impacts their health -- five points more than those in the 50's, and ten points higher than those in their 60's." reports GfK. "In the US, two fifths of young workers (43 percent) are unhappy with their work-life balance, the highest percentage of all age groups, while nearly a third (31 percent) believe that work pressure is affecting their health, again more than any other age group."
There might be some who would look at this and say to themselves, "I could have told you the younger generation just doesn't want to work hard." But I think that would be an over-simplification and an inaccurate portrayal of the situation.
Over the course of my career, I've observed that most employers want, expect and often demand that the workforce be willing to spend extra hours on the job. There are times when this is important to get a project finished or handle a crisis, but in light of the current economic situation with most organizations trying to do more with less, many project teams are finding it to be a weekly situation -- and it's taking its toll.
In an environment where we need the workforce to be totally engaged and invested in what they're doing, the GfK study suggests, "Young workers around the world are lacking in engagement with their employers and are the most affected by perceived pressures at work, posing long-term retention and management problems for companies and countries..."
As Bob Dylan famously sang, "The times, they are a-changing." And I think that's true with the workforce today and as project leaders, we need to figure out the best way to work with a "new" workforce.
I believe that in many respects, the online shoe seller Zappos is a great example. Their focus on keeping employees happy and content in their work has created an engaged workforce that is less concerned about how many hours they work be because they take personal ownership in what they're doing. Be aware, that I'm not suggesting that if you can encourage a happy project team you can summarily abuse them by working them into the ground. What I'm suggesting is that if the workforce is happy and is doing something they perceive to be worthwhile, they will get the job done -- even if it means "happily" staying extra hours to make it happen when it's needed.
Let me suggest a few things to encourage a happier project team:
1. Encourage "honest" communication and feedback about timelines and deliverables: Those closest to the work understand it the best. Facilitate an environment where team members have some control, or at least a voice, in their work. This encourages individual ownership of tasks and projects.
2. Democratize how work is distributed: I'm not advocating anarchy, but an environment where people are able to volunteer for the projects that interest them the most allows organizations to get people's best work. I've seen this approach work successfully.
3. Avoid a continual call for long days and long nights in the office: A side benefit of involving team members in the project plans is a better understanding of how to allocate your human resources (there's that resource word again). When people are allowed to make commitments rather than a top-down edict about deadlines, project leaders enjoy a better idea of time-lines and project status. Besides, excessive overtime is really an indication of a project that's in trouble.
4. Be aware: Spend some time with the project team. Pay attention to what's going on within the group. How are people interacting with each other. Watch for body language that might indicate a change in how someone is feeling. This might be a little touchie-feelie, but if you are aware of attitude shifts early, sometimes you can offer help to a troubled colleague.
Is there anything you would add to the list? I don't think this concern is going to go away anytime soon. Attitudes about work are changing and how we work with our younger colleagues will need to change too, or we will face retention and management problems for the foreseeable future.


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[JAPAN] The problems the Japan Football Association has had finding a national team coach are similar to the difficulties U.S. Soccer might have if Bob Bradley doesn't return ...
The situation in Japan is similar to that in the United States. It should be an ideal situation for a national team coach: organized national team program, solid support from the federation, growing sport and excellent chances of qualification for the World Cup. On top of that, the JFA is believed to offering a salary of $2.3 million a year.
Japan, North Korea and the United States are the only World Cup finalists that have not confirmed plans for their national team coaching position.
JFA president Junji Ogura is frustrated by his inability to find a foreign successor for Takeshi Okada.
"I have realized anew that Japan is in the Far East," Ogura said about the challenge of luring coaches. "It isn't easy."
JFA technical director Hiromi Hara failed to reach an agreement with the top candidate, Chilean Manuel Pellegrini, and Spaniard Ernesto Valverde decided to stay at Greek club Olympiakos.
Three other candidates, including former Mexico coach Javier Aguirre, were believed to be under consideration.
Hara said that Pellegrini, most recently the coach at Real Madrid, and his staff feared "they would disappear from the European market if they stay away from Europe for a long time."
Hara will serve as interim coach when Japan faces Paraguay on Sept. 4 and Guatemala three days later.


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This is part II of my series of language learning strategy. Read part I here.
In my view, the single most important thing to growing foreign language comprehension is the consumption of large amounts of comprehensible input. Memorizing vocabulary words in isolation won't get you far; it is far better to read and listen to language in a natural context, to get acclimated to the "flow" and hear how words and phrases are actually used. In my "clear, hold, build" strategy, I call this "clearing." Your goal is to clear as much comprehensible input as possible.
This material should be at the "i+1" level, where "i" is your current knowledge base. In other words, you want to consume material that mostly consists of words you already know, but that also pushes you to the next level.
So where do you find new material to clear?
If you're just beginning a new language, brute force memorization of vocabulary is probably inevitable. However, there are better and worse ways to tackle this challenge. I plan to explain my Anki flow in a future post, but it essentially goes like this: when I started Turkish, I create a word template with four fields: English, Turkish, EnglishExample, and TurkishExample. My flashcards contain both the word and the example, and I strive to embed audio whenever possible. The result, if done properly, is a flashcard deck with full-audio example sentences. This deck is extremely versatile, because in the future it's easy to experiment with different flashcard structures…. for example, cutting out the English entirely and simply showing the Turkish word on one side and the Turkish example sentence on the other.
As you are beginning your new language you can also look for phrases to memorize. I am a huge fan of Pimsleur language courses as a first step in learning a new language, as these programs use the "i+1" principle to help you clear a significant amount of material. They are expensive, but your local library might have them. Another good source of material is phrasebooks, especially ones that include audio CDs. For example, In Flight Turkish is a 60-minute CD that consists entirely of common phrases and words. You will need a system to memorize and practice the material, but the phrases themselves are perfect for "clearing." My preferred technique is to use Audacity to strip out the audio for individual phrases, then create flashcards for them in Anki.
As your knowledge grows, your options increase and also become significantly more interesting. You will obviously want to look for material that suits your current skill level, but you can also use more challenging material if you can somehow make it comprehensible. For listening texts, that means having access to a written transcript. And for difficult written texts, it means having access to an English translation. Such materials make up the majority of my Arabic intake.
BBC is a great place to start, because news articles are written in a simple, direct style with easy vocabulary. A variety of web browser plugins will give you real-time translation of words or phrases that you don't know, meaning that if you have a certain baseline skill level, almost any webpage can become comprehensible input. The vast majority of my early Arabic learning came from reading BBC Arabic with a browser plugin. I have used several, but my current plugin is Franker for Safari. I also use the Franker app for my iPhone and iPad.
Don't underestimate Google. If you are learning about a specific topic, like getting around an airport, it's easy to Google "مطار" or "havaalanı" and find websites for major airports. You'll certain to see many of your new vocabulary words in context.
Parallel texts are incredibly useful. Most holy texts like the Bible and Qur'an are available in parallel languages. Many foreign affairs-related reports, such as those from International Crisis Group, are available in multiple languages. You can also find books written in parallel languages. In Jordan I was thrilled to discover a vast series of classic English-language novels (many of them simplified for children, some not) translated into Arabic, with the two languages on facing pages. They are even rated by difficulty level. I amassed a huge collection of these novels, and they continue to play an important part in developing my reading comprehension. I have yet to find anything similar in Turkish, although I did discover some bilingual children's books in the DLI library. I also have both the English and Turkish versions of Orhan Pamuk's Snow, so when my Turkish improves I could conceivably study with the two copies side by side.
When it comes to listening, I'm always on the lookout for material that has transcripts. If you are in the military or are affiliated with a university, you likely have access to SCOLA, which publishes weekly mini-lessons in many languages. Each lesson includes an MP3 and MP4 news clip, a native transcript, an English transcript, and a vocabulary list. These are perfect for comprehensible input.
Every once in a while you can stumble across a goldmine. Rob of the now-defunct Arab Media Shack introduced me to the transcript collection on Al Jazeera. The website has a huge collection of full-length TV episodes, with complete transcripts attached. More recently, I was delighted to discover a huge repository of dialect clips with bilingual transcripts attached.
Movies with subtitles are another source of comprehensible input. For example, the web TV series Beirut I Love You has dozens of short episodes in Lebanese, subtitled in English. And although I could only find one episode with subtitles, the famous Turkish melodrama Gümüş is available on YouTube. Another great resources is Viki, which lets users crowdsource subtitles for foreign-language movies, TV shows, and music videos.
Lastly, there is no substitute for spending time with native speakers, especially in native contexts. A good language tutor or partner can make language comprehensible by offering explanations or clarifications when necessary.


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Jeb Bush: I'd Endorse Palin For President - You Betcha
The media seem fascinated these days asking Republicans if they would endorse Sarah Palin for President in 2012.
When CNN's John King asked that question of former Florida governor Jeb Bush Friday, he didn't bat an eye (video follows with transcript and commentary, h/t HAP):
JOHN KING, HOST: We always reach out to our friends on Twitter and Facebook while we're having big guests on the program and we told them you were coming on to the program. Here's what one of our Facebook fans, Kyle Hunter, asked me to ask. Would he endorse Palin for president if he does not run himself?
JEB BUSH, FORMER FLORIDA GOVERNOR: A, I'm not running and if Sarah Palin's the nominee and if she's running against Barack Obama, you betcha.
KING: Do you see right now, you say you're not running, I take your word for that too. When you look around do you see a kind of Republican, I know you don't want to get into the names just right now, but a kind of Republican that you think this is the profile we want to run up against Barack Obama in 2012?
BUSH: Big and bold and aspirational that has a positive agenda that will compare, I think, favorably to that of the president's. We can't as Republicans, we can't just be against the president's proposals, we have to offer up compelling alternatives that are 21st century oriented that deal with these huge problems that we faced across the board of the policy world. I just think there's a yearning for that and many of the gubernatorial candidates and soon to be governors will be acting on that and I think that's going to encourage all of our candidates to be bigger and bolder and more aspirational.
Makes you wonder if King was expecting Bush to dodge the question.


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Mr. Wrigley 9s Baseball CardsWANTED
I collect mostly CHICAGO CUBS cards (vintage and modern) and am prepared to trade virtually anything in my collection for them.
Here are some specific cards in which I'm especially interested (list began 8/11/08, and will be updated regularly; last: 8/14).
*1997 TSC Patent Leather #PL10
*1999 TSC Triumvirate Luminous #T83
*2004 Diamond Kings Flashback #152 SP
*2006 UD SP Legendary Cuts
*2005 Century S-28 FERGIE JENKINS JERSEY/AUTO/STAMP 7/34
MOLITOR, PAUL (as Brewer only: any featuring autograph or game relic)
SANDBERG, RYNE (any featuring autograph, game relic, or is a refractor)
*2007 UD Sweet Spot Classic GU Bat
*2008 SP Legendary Cuts GU Jersey
*1984 Topps Traded, 115T
YOUNT, ROBIN (any featuring autograph or game relic)
I have tens of thousands of cards available for trade. I will list the most interesting, valuable or collectible below as time permits (list began 8/11/08, updated 8/15/08). I have thousands available for completing sets.
ANDERSON, BRADY (Rookie Card: Red Sox, 1988 Topps Traded, 5T)
BUEHRLE, MARK (Turn of the Century: White Sox, 2004 D Elite 21 [44/250]
BURELL, PAT (End of Rainbow: Phillies, 2000 T Gold Label, ER1)
BURNITZ, JEROMY (Top Prospect: Mets, 1992 UD 65)
CARTER, GARY (Montreal Expos, 1982 T730)
DELGADO, CARLOS (Future Stock: Blue Jays, 1996 UD FS8)
JACKSON, REGGIE (California Angels, 1983 T 500)
LOFTON, KENNY (Rookie Card: Astros, 1991 UD, 24F)
MADDUX, GREG (Jersey swatch: Braves, 2003 Fleer Materialistic)
MCGWIRE, MARK (HR No. 62: Cardinals, 1999 UD 2)
PALMER, JIM (Cut of History: Orioles, 2003 F Flair)
RENTERIA, EDGAR (Star Rookie: Marlins, 1996 UD 256)
RODRIGUEZ, ALEX (Bat Company: Mariners, 2001 Fleer Focus, 10)
SABATHIA, C.C. (Indians, 2002 UD Sweet Spot, 11)
SABERHAGEN, BRETT (Rookie Card: Royals, 1985 T23)
SANTIAGO, BENITO (Rookie Card: Padres, 1987 Topps Traded, 109T)


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The Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act, or Hunting for Cover on Guns
July 8, 2014 | Despite objections from a handful of Democrats, the Senate voted on Monday to move forward with a pro-hunting bill that has delighted most gun rights groups, including the National Rifle Association. Introduced by embattled incumbent Sen. Kay Hagan (D-N.C.), the Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act (S. 2363) would unlock funding to build shooting ranges on public land while easing hunting restrictions. But…
Capital Eye Opener, Feb. 5: Modern Gold Rush, and Invasion of the Blimps
February 5, 2013 | As the price of gold soars, what are mining companies doing on Capitol Hill? Also, don't look now: Big Blimp is watching you, or will be soon.
Gun Rights Groups' Political Spending Crushes That of Gun Control Supporters
December 14, 2012 | When it comes to lobbying, campaign contributions and outside spending, pro-gun rights groups are light years ahead of those that support stronger gun control. The NRA accounts for most of the spending.
Crossroads' $175 Million Strikeout
November 8, 2012 | As a super PAC, American Crossroads was responsible for about $105 million of the total $631 million spent on independent expenditures by super PACs in the 2012 election cycle -- but it came out on the winning side just 21 percent of the time. Crossroads GPS spent more than $70 million on top of that and had a success rate that was only slightly better -- just 29 percent.
Hot Race for Montana Senate Seat and the Authentic Rancher: Jon Tester vs. Denny Rehberg
October 31, 2012 | Nearly $40 million has poured into the Senate race in Montana, where there are three heads of cattle for every human one. That makes it one of the most expensive contests in the nation.
Liberal Group With Ties to Unions Ends Donor Disclosure
August 23, 2012 | Patriot Majority's latest series of attack ads targets the conservative billionaires pumping money into the secretive world of right-wing non-profits, but offers few clues about who is funding its own activities. In a striking example of how the most ambitious actors in the realm of political funding have begun taking advantage of a shift in the legal landscape since 2010, the trail connecting Patriot Majority to its well-known progressive funders has all but melted away. Almost all of Patriot Majority's activities are now being carried out through a nonprofit that, under section 501(c)(4) of the tax code, doesn't have to disclose its donors.
Capital Eye Opener, June 27: Guns, Contempt and Money; Campaign Ad Disclosure Passes Hurdle; Reid and McConnell make nice on student loans
June 27, 2012 | The NRA hearts the GOP. The Office and Management and Budget says the FCC's new rule on disclosure of political ad buys doesn't violate the Paperwork Reduction Act. And Congress could provide relief on student loan rates this week.
E-Filing Campaign Finances Remains a Rarity for Senators
February 1, 2012 | In this Internet Age, 81 senators have Twitter accounts for lightning-fast communication. Yet only a handful of them typically file their campaign finance reports electronically.
Anti-Castro PACs Dole Out Campaign Cash, Mitt Romney Earns a Utah Endorsement and More in Capital Eye Opener: July 6
July 6, 2011 | Today, congressional representatives are typically more wary about publicly supporting of Castro, and an active anti-Castro lobby has been financially generous to opponents of the Cuban communist leader. During the 2010 cycle, anti-Castro political action committees donated more than $3 million to congressional campaigns across the country, with a roughly two-to-one ratio of contributions to Democrats over Republicans.
Dozens of Congressmen File for Extension on Financial Disclosure Documents
June 15, 2011 | Instead of today, 76 House representatives will sometime this summer release reports on their stock, bond and mutual fund holdings, as well as investments in real estate, ownership interests in private companies and cash, according to a tally by the Center for Responsive Politics.
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Zoe Saldana struck a pose backstage at the Spring 2012 Michael Kors fashion show in a cashmere gray tank, matching flannel skirt, and strappy wedges. She injected some color into her monochromatic ensemble with red nail polish, shimmering eye makeup, and a light berry lip. Silver drop earrings and a gray clutch finished off Zoe's Fashion Week style. Her exact tank and skirt are available here.
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Fernando Alonso's hopes of challenging for the title this season continued to tumble after the Spaniard could do no better than fifth in qualifying at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Saturday.
Having hinted that the team may sacrifice a bit for the race in order to optimise the car for qualifying, Alonso will start three places behind championship leader Sebastian Vettel, well over three-tenths off the leading pace.
Ferrari hasn't claimed pole position in Hungary since 2005 and Alonso has been away from the front row since July last year, indicating the car's problems over one lap pace.
"It was a little miracle to be fifth," Alonso was quoted saying by Autosport. "I think it's a track that's not historically good for Ferrari."
What's even more troubling is that the double world champion hasn't claimed pole in dry qualifying conditions since 2010.
In the last two races, Alonso started ninth at the British GP and eighth in Germany, so fifth in Hungary came as "good news" for the Ferrari driver in what he referred to was the fourth fastest car on the grid behind Red Bull, Mercedes and the Lotus.
Alonso is currently 34 points behind standings leader Vettel and the gap is expected to increase after Sunday, considering Red Bull's promising pace in the long runs during the practice sessions.
Teammate Felipe Massa, meanwhile, qualified seventh.
"We are well aware of the fact that Saturday is still our weak point," the Brazilian confessed. "And for that reason, we must stay focused."


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The 20-year-old British number four is likely to be called up to replace Henman for the match Euro-African Zone away to Israel in March.
"The chance to play in the Davis Cup again definitely excites me," he said.
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Get an overview of this hotel4-star Zurich hotel in Old Town, walk to Bahnhofstrasse
Popular property highlights
Located in Old Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Tonhalle Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse, and Fraumuenster. Kunsthaus Zurich and Swiss National Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Hotel Features
Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business center. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 60 rooms provide conveniences like sitting areas and coffee makers, plus WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Guests will also find wired Internet, minibars, and room service.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
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Hotel Amenities
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 4-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.
A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Event facilities measure 409 square feet (38 square meters). This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.
- Conference space size (meters) - 38
- Conference space size (feet) - 409
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- One meeting room
- 24-hour front desk
- Number of floors - 5
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Elevator/lift
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Wired Internet access - surcharge
- Computer station
- Multilingual staff
- Total number of rooms - 60
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Terrace
- Restaurant
- 24-hour business center
- Self parking (surcharge)
Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access ( CHF 19 per 24-hour period ), Wired internet access ( CHF 19 per 24-hour period )
Available in some public areas: Wireless internet access ( CHF 19 per 24-hour period ), Wired high-speed internet ( CHF 19 per 24-hour period )
Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
- Desk
- Hair dryer
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- In-room safe
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Flat-panel TV
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Wired Internet access (surcharge)
- Minibar
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Private bathroom
- Separate sitting area
- Slippers
- Room service (limited hours)
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Where to Eat
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
Le Jardin Suisse - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Arabella Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Things to Do
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 95 per night.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night
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.
No pets or service animals allowed
No cribs (infant beds) available
- A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.50 per person, per night
Optional extras
- Breakfast fee: between CHF 20 and CHF 39 per person (approximately)
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CHF 19 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
- Fee for in-room wired Internet: CHF 19 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: CHF 19 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
- Fee for wired Internet in public areas: CHF 19 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: CHF 40.00 per day
- Valet parking fee: CHF 40.00 per day
- Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
- Rollaway bed fee: CHF 95 per night
Hotel Name
- Hotel Neues Schloss Zürich
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Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
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Get an overview of this hotelMotel in Coos Bay with free parking
Popular property highlights
Situated by the ocean, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pony Village Mall, Sunset Bay Golf Course, and Shore Acres State Park. Coos Bay Boardwalk and Cape Arago State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Property Features
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this motel has laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a TV in a common area.
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All 12 rooms have flat-screen TVs with cable channels and feature kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Other amenities available to guests include free WiFi, premium bedding, and coffee makers.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
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Hotel Amenities
Plainview Motel & RV Park features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Complimentary self parking is available on site.
Plainview Motel & RV Park has designated areas for smoking.
- Total number of rooms - 12
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Designated smoking areas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- Free self parking
- Television in common areas
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette
- Laundry facilities
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Premium bedding
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Hair dryer
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Stovetop
- Cable TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Nearby Things to Do
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-in time ends at 2 AM
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Check-out time is 11 AM
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Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Free rollaway/extra beds!
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day (maximum USD 50 per stay)
- Dogs only
- 2 per room
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply
- Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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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.
No cribs (infant beds) available
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- Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day (maximum USD 50 per stay)
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- PLAINVIEW Coos Bay
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Fly-fishing in the shadow of eagles
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Only a fisherperson can appreciate the fishing part of this tale, but most anyone could love observing bald eagles.
I taught myself to fly-cast years ago, using my father's (quite old) bamboo rod. I never could get very good at it or cast as far as I felt I should, but it was fun at times. I mostly enjoyed, in spring and early summer, casting floating popping bugs ("poppers") when smallmouth bass were in shallow water and aggressively feeding, thus relatively easy to find. By late June, the bass were getting few and far between. I assume they move into deeper water and I prefer to fish topwater so don't fish much as the summer goes on, except on the rare day when I can get myself out of bed really early to get on the water.
But recently, the old, slightly-bent bamboo rod gave up the ghost– it split in a couple of places and was no longer usable. Since it had sentimental value I hoped it might be restorable, but was told that would cost more than buying another rod; then I discovered a local fly-fishing store where I picked up a used bamboo fly rod for $100.
When I first tried casting the new rod, it was a revelation to me how much "feel" it had. There was spring to the rod tip, and I could actually feel the line running through the line guides for the first time! It was then I realized that all these years, I had been using a brittle and stiff old bamboo which did not allow me to improve my fly-casting technique. There was a HUGE difference in the new rod! In fact it is surprising I was able to cast the older rod at all!
Long story short– I became re-enthused about fly fishing and began going out frequently, and discovered I could find the bass in shallow water, even in July! A couple of good spots were below where the eagles sit on their high pine tree perches and keep watch on the water. The occasional bass was interested in my small (panfish-sized) topwater poppers even late into the morning. I wasn't catching fish every time I went out, but I was really enjoying feeling my fly-cast improve, now that I had a responsive rod to play with. Besides, I can combine rowing exercise with the fun of fishing, because I fish from my rowing shell.
The two baby eagles of this year fledged at the first of July, and often I can hear and catch glimpses of them while I float fish and fly-cast offshore of their island. Within a week or so of leaving the nest, they had mastered the art of flight and were looking very graceful in the air, though they were still practicing landings. They sometimes sit in the same trees their parents prefer, over the water.
AND– just yesterday, I was row-fishing and in order to increase my distance, I was slow-rowing and trolling a bug on the surface which was sort of like a muddler minnow. I'd had nothing while casting it except tiny fish jumping over it or breaking the surface next to it, so I started trolling around a large island to check out the shallows. I rounded a point moving into s steady breeze rowing upwind when suddenly my fly line began to be stripped out of the reel. (I must row with the rod lying out the stern of the craft, while clamping the handle down with my foot so it won't be totally loose in the boat.)
I grabbed the rod and gave it a good pull, and it felt like a bowling ball was on the other end. But it WAS a fish, and it was strong and diving as deep as it could. I played it and let our line whenever it pulled really hard, as my boat began drifting back downwind but fortunately I wasn't blowing towards shore. (The leader on my line I figure is about 6-8 lbs. test; it started out as 4 but what with losing the tapered tip over time and retying, it was not so fine as when it was new.)
Finally I got the fish to surface enough that I could see it; I was starting to wonder if I had hooked a salmon, but it was a smallmouth and a large one. At last I got it into the net and admired its heft and weight. It was 16 inches long to the fork of the tail, and I figured at least 5 pounds, which is as large as any I have caught in Lake Winnipesaukee– maybe the largest! As I released it I felt that my day had been made. Funny thing, in 3 hours of fishing and 2 hours of trolling that same lure, nothing else came along except tiny baby bass. Fishing is often funny like that! Rowing nearly five miles was wonderful!
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