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The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance
G7 Meeting of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors
Iqaluit, Nunavut
February 6, 2010
Good afternoon. I want to start of course by thanking our hosts here in Iqaluit, Nunavut for their wonderful hospitality yesterday and today.
We have had a very cordial, informal opportunity to have discussions. A number of the participants, Central Bank Governors and Ministers, have expressed their views that this is a new start for the G7 in terms of the informality and the welcoming, casual nature of our visit here. So we thank everyone in Iqaluit for this opportunity.
In terms of the global economic situation, obviously we had discussions about that. The global economic situation has, of course, improved and is improving. We do not have a firmly established recovery yet but there are good signs. We need to continue to deliver the stimulus to which we are mutually committed and begin to look ahead to exit strategies and move to a more sustainable fiscal track, consistent with continued recovery.
With respect to financial reform, obviously that was an issue, a major issue of discussion. We discussed capital adequacy. We are agreed and committed to working closely together to ensure among other things that, to the extent a financial crisis is caused by financial institutions, we should let the financial institutions bear the costs of their contribution to those crises.
We are agreed on the timetable which we established asking the IMF to report back to us in April. We had a good, lengthy discussion on issues relating to development, with respect to responsibility, of course, for the Millennium Development Goals, especially maternal health care and child health care. We discussed both resources and reform of international financial institutions to support the poorest in the world.
We had discussions concerning the recent tragedy in Haiti. Unprecedented damage caused by the earthquake requires an exceptional response. We agreed that Haitis recovery should not be burdened by debt.
We are committed in the G7 to the forgiveness of debt. In fact, all bilateral debt has been forgiven by G7 countries vis-à-vis Haiti. The debt to multilateral institutions should be forgiven and well work with these institutions and other partners to make this happen as soon as possible.
We discussed the long term reconstruction assistance that Haiti will need as it emerges from the current urgent situation as a result of the earthquake.
Finally, with respect to the future of the G7, we had a very good fireside chat on that subject. I think our meeting has reaffirmed the proven role of the G7 as the first responder in an economic crisis, as a sounding board for common challenges and as a forum, quite frankly, for the largest aid donors in the world.
We look forward to our next meeting on the margins of the usual spring meetings of the IMF and World Bank in Washington, which take place annually in April.
The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, and Mark Carney, Governor of the Bank of Canada, today highlighted the need to focus on continuing fiscal and financial cooperation, following through on development commitments and assisting in the reconstruction of Haiti at this weekend's meeting of G7 finance ministers and central bank governors.
"This meeting will not revolve around negotiated communiqués and scripted text—it will be a time for frank discussion and a collective determination to help put the global economy firmly on the road to recovery," said Minister Flaherty. "As the recent global crisis made clear, when the G7 Plan of Action served as the foundation for the G20 Washington Action Plan and all that followed, the G7 still has a vital role to play, even as it continues to evolve. This meeting will make an important contribution to these efforts, in a truly breathtaking part of Canada. "
"I am delighted to join Minister Flaherty in welcoming the G7 to the land of my birth. The spirit of the North—resilience, resourcefulness and a profound sense of community—embodies the best of the G7. Through frank, open discussion, this meeting should advance the objectives of the broader global community to secure strong, sustainable and balanced growth," said Governor Carney.
The Iqaluit agenda will begin with a working dinner on the current state of the global economy and international financial markets, including continued risks to the emerging worldwide recovery. It will be followed by a fireside chat including finance ministers and central bank governors on the future role of the G7.
Saturday's schedule will begin with a candid discussion on financial sector reforms and the need for coordinated efforts by G7 nations to address the underlying causes of the financial crisis, such as a consensus on capital standards. It will be followed by a session on the Framework for Strong, Sustainable and Balanced Growth, which was endorsed by all G20 nations at the Pittsburgh leaders' summit to address global imbalances. The meeting will conclude with a working lunch on development and other issues, with a particular focus on the ongoing need to assist Haiti with reconstruction.
Minister Flaherty added that, as G7 Chair, Canada will use the meeting as an opportunity to highlight the contribution Canada has made to the global economic recovery—a financial system widely recognized as the world's soundest, a substantial but temporary stimulus program that goes well beyond G20 commitments to create and maintain jobs, significant and ongoing support for vital international financial institutions like the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, and unilateral tariff reductions that reinforce Canada's commitment to open markets.
"The G7 cannot play the role it once did, but it can and it must continue to lead by example in whatever role it will play in the future," said Minister Flaherty. "The first responders to the recent crisis were G7 members, and it was the result of the same frank and open dialogue we intend to have here in Iqaluit. The group's role in preventing the next crisis must be just as determined, with benefits that go far beyond G7 members themselves. The G7 will continue to evolve in an ever-changing world, while contributing to a more stable and prosperous world for all."___________________________________
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Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance
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Media Relations
Department of Finance
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The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today announced that Iqaluit, Nunavut, will be the site of the Meeting of G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors on February 5-6. The event will be the first of a series of important global meetings in Canada in 2010, leading to the G8 and G20 Leaders' summits in June.
"The February meeting will return to the G7's roots with a more frank and focused dialogue," said Minister Flaherty. "In an ever-changing global economy, the G7 will continue to evolve, with a focus not on paper but on people—not on communiqués and accords, but on constructive dialogue on actions to strengthen the global economy."
"At such an important and challenging time, I could think of no better location for an international meeting focused on collaboration to resolve shared challenges," said Minister Aglukkaq. "Throughout its long history, the people of Nunavut and all of Canada's North have demonstrated a community spirit and steadfast determination to overcome adversity. The strength and resilience found in this region are an essential part of what defines Canada, which is why I am so pleased that G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors will soon experience it first-hand."
The meeting's discussions will include a number of key issues that have been at the heart of international meetings throughout the global economic and financial crisis, such as:
Media accreditation and other logistical details for the February 5-6 G7 meeting will be made available at a later date.


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As you may have heard, we're launching a new series of books under the banner Pragmatic Life. It includes books for your life beyond coding.
You're a professional, you're good at what you do, and (if the ton of email we get is any indication) you like our books that treat you as a professional--someone who's good at what you do, but there's something new you need to learn. We've got you covered.
Our first two books in the series include The Passionate Programmer and Land the Tech Job You Love. We'll be following up later this year with books on geek hobbies, health and lifestyle topics. Tomorrow, we're going to launch our first fiction book.
Now, when I was young, I rarely read fiction, because I considered it to be "not true." It wasn't until I was older that I finally realized that good fiction exposes far more truth than most history or technical works can.
Will this fiction book be to everyone's liking and taste? Probably not. But we like it, we think your kids will like it, and we hope you will too.
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Elizabeth T. "Liz" Mills, 82, of Sheridan, WY, died Sunday, February 6, 2011 in Westview Health Care Center.
Liz was born October 1, 1928 in Cork County, Ireland to Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Regan. She came to America with her family when she was 2 years old. Liz grew up and attended schools in Far Hills, N. J.
Her father brought the first Irish Fox Hounds to America and he managed many reputable fox hunts in the East. Liz loved working along-side her father and brothers with the hounds and horses.
As a young woman, she was offered a career as a model, but decided to marry and have a family. Liz married her first husband, Frank Blaney, in 1947 in Far Hills, NJ. He was a professional jockey and she supported him in his racing career until his death in 1950.
Liz moved to Wyoming in 1950 and married John Mills in 1953 in Sheridan, WY. She belonged to the First Baptist Church and the Kendrick Golf Course where she was a serious and avid golfer, winning many state championships, and has shelves full of trophies. Liz helped to organize the Kendrick Golf Club over the years.
She was a dental assistant, working first for the Kane Dental Group and then working for Dr. Ewan until her retirement. Liz was a dedicated and true professional in her career.
She loved her church and golf. Liz spent winters in Arizona after her retirement golfing with her husband, John, who passed away in 2010. She continued to golf until her death.
Liz was preceded in death by her parents; her two husbands, Frank Blaney and John Mills; her brothers Jack and Jimmy Regan; and one sister, Nora Regan.
She is survived by two sons, Jock Blaney, of Las Vegas, NV, and John Mills, Jr., (Margaret), of Anchorage, AK; one daughter, Beth Larson, of Sheridan, WY; one brother, Aidan Regan, of IL; 4 granddaughters, Nicole Shosten, of Casper, WY, Brandy Phillips, of Billings, MT, Katie Mills, of Sheridan, WY, and Kayla Kewan, of Anchorage, AK; 2 grandsons, Rory Mills, of Sheridan, WY, and Adam Kewan, of Anchorage, AK; 8 great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and "Schotze", their beloved Schnauzer dog.
Visitation for Liz will be from 1:00 P. M. to 4:00 P. M. Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Champion Ferries Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10:00 A. M. Friday, February 11, 2011 at Champion Ferries Funeral Home with the Rev. Kenneth Doolin officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Big Horn, WY. A reception for family and friends will be held at the First Baptist Church, 3179 Big Horn Ave., Sheridan immediately following the committal.
Memorials in memory of Liz may be made to the Kendrick Municipal Golf Course, Sheridan, WY.


text: How to Find the Best LinkedIn Groups to Join Posted July 08, 2013 by in Tags: Tweet LinkedIn groups, when joined judiciously, are a helpful career resource. Beyond offering networking opportunities, they keep you connected to likeminded professionals, offer the chance to help others in your profession and serve as a resource for troubleshooting when needed. The question is, how do you find and join the right groups, ones that truly help you achieve career goals? Decide What You Want to Accomplish Before you consider joining a group, ask yourself what the end goal is. Are you looking for a sounding board? A place to share relevant content? Do you seek a large or a smaller group of professionals? Something with a local, national or international presense? Senior-level people or entry-level members? Since there are over one million groups to choose from, deciding what you hope to accomplish can help make the most of your time and maximize your efforts. Use the Groups Directory LinkedIn's Groups Directory is accessed from the drop-down menu under "more" on the groups home page. Consider it your gateway to social-professional groups, which may be located by name, browsed alphabetically or found by category search, be it a global jobs network, an alumni association or a group of industry-specific professionals. You also peruse the "groups you may like" recommendations, located on the bottom right of your dashboard. Be Specific When searching for LinkedIn groups, a general term like "marketing" yields over 40,000 results, while a more specific term like "social media marketing" reduces the number to over 4,000. Once you settle on terms, further refine your search by checking relevant boxes on the left-hand side of the page. Do so using the first and second connections you have, if desired. However, if making new connections is your goal, skipping that particular feature may be wise. Look at Statistics, Demographics, Growth and Activity LinkedIn allows you to access a Groups Statistics dashboard, a summary of when the group started, the number and location of members , the level of active engagement and the seniority of members. Under the demographics tab, learn members' seniority level, job function, location and industry. Meanwhile, the growth tab reveals the group's membership details. That includes the overall membership trends, weekly membership details and week-over-week growth rate. Finally, the activity section gives you insight into what the group can actually do for you, whether it's find job posts or engage in discussions. Join a Few Groups Once you find groups that you believe will help you meet your business goals, join a few of them. LinkedIn allows you to join up to 50 groups, some of which are members only and subject to group manager acceptance. Members-only groups tend to be the most active, organized and on-topic as a general rule. Explore, Observe and Get Involved Once you've joined some groups, put take the time to see how other members use the forum. Think about what it can do for you. Then, when you have a feel for the group, get active. Begin reaching out to members with questions, and take the time to answer theirs. Post group-specific content at a regular rate, too, to establish your presence. Read These Related Articles: Your First Impression Is Not What You Think 7 Ways to Put Your Education to Work AIU Blogs How to Use Google Plus for Networking Share Classes Start Request Info LIVE CHAT Apply Now


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The meteorologists on TV were right this time – the storm that just hit Indiana was a big one. I heard "catastrophic"
mentioned a few times before it hit. I wouldn't go that far, but the fact that businesses shut down early and the Indiana
appellate courts and General Assembly closed is telling.
I've worked for Indiana Lawyer for nearly five years and cannot remember the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Tax Court being closed because of the weather. Neither can my co-workers who have worked here for several more years before I started. Nor can we recall the General Assembly shutting down because of the weather in any recent years.
It's been two days since the ice hit in central Indiana and many parking lots and side roads are still like ice rinks.
It takes a pretty significant storm to shut down businesses and government, but this one did it. Was your office or law firm closed because of the weather? Does your office have a plan in place for these types of weather issues? Are people going to be referring to the ice storm of 2011 the way some people recall the blizzard of '78?


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For most Toronto festgoers, there is no avoiding thinking about the tragic events of 9/11 each year -- the anniversary date will always fall somewhere in the 11-day span of the event. Inevitably, conversations will shift from film debate to remembering where you were on that horrible day when the plug was pulled temporarily on all screenings, although a modified festival would resume, and eyes were rivted to TVs.
Stars and filmmakers including Glenn Close, Mark Wahlberg, David Lynch and the cast of Mulholland Dr. were among those left stranded when flights were canceled, as the scrambling began to rent buses and cars to head home to loved ones.
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the terror attacks, the festival will show a 4-minute short before each public screening on Sunday featuring reflections by director Mira Nair and Sony Pictures Classics co -founders Michael Barker and Tom Bernard.
Festival director Piers Handling told The Canadian Press that the decision to temporarily shut down the festival -- causing the cancellation and postponement of many long-planned world premieres -- turned Sept. 11, 2001 into "one of my most challenging days of my career."


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(CNSNews.com) - Three conservative Republican senators and one liberal Democrat want to completely replace the one dollar bill with a one dollar coin as a means of bringing down the deficit -- and the national debt.
Sens. Michael Enzi (R-Wyo.), John McCain (R-Ariz.), Tom Coburn (R-Okla.) and Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) have teamed up to throw their weight behind the Currency Optimization, Innovation, and National Savings (COINS) Act, which was originally introduced last November by Rep. Dave Schweikert (R-Ariz.).
"Change can be difficult, but changing to more change could really result in savings for our deficit-strapped government," Enzi said in a news release about the COINS Act.
Change would be difficult. According to a poll conducted in October by LuntzGlobal, the American public greatly prefers dollar bills to dollar coins -- with 97 percent saying that paper currency is more convenient than coins.
The same poll shows that only 17 percent supported eliminating the dollar bill and this after they were told it would save the government money.
Enzi, however, argues that switching from dollar bills to dollar coins could save taxpayers up to $500 million yearly. However, half-a-billion dollars is less than one half of one-thousandth of the federal deficit, currently $1.1 trillion, based on the most recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) information.
The impact would be even less on the national debt. According to the Treasury Department's Bureau of the Public Debt, the national debt – to the penny -- stands at $15,335,108,283,338.57 ($15.3 trillion).
In 2011, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) estimated that the government would save about $5.5 billion dollars in interest over the next 30 years if the dollar coin completely replaced the dollar bill.
Daniel Head, press secretary for Enzi, said that with debt talks stalled, the senator sees this as one very small way to chip away at the debt.
"This is just one very small very simple idea he's put forward," Head said. "I don't think as many people have it in their head how bad our debt crisis is."
Head said Enzi thinks that the idea will gain popularity as concerns about the debt increase.
Past attempts to introduce dollar coins, however, have been mixed.
In 2011, the Federal Reserve reported that an estimated 1.4 billion dollar coins were sitting unused on its shelves. In response, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner ordered an immediate halt in December to minting one dollar presidential coins for circulation.
"The steps we're announcing today will save at least $50 million annually over the next several years. That's the right decision for taxpayers. And going forward, we'll continue our work to identify additional opportunities to support President Obama's critical objective to cut waste and improve efficiency across government," Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Neal Wolin wrote in a Dec. 13 post on the Treasury Web site about Geithner's decision.
Under the 2005 Presidential One Dollar Coin Act, the U.S. Mint must issue four new presidential coins every year from 2007 to 2016 as part of a series commemorating every deceased president.
The Presidential One Dollar Coin Act is the latest incarnation of the dollar coin, the previous two being the Sacagawea dollar coin and the Susan B. Anthony dollar coin. Small amounts of commemorative presidential coins will still be minted in compliance with the law.
Dollar coins are not new and switching to a dollar coin is not unprecedented. Since its inception, the euro has relied on a one euro coin as opposed to a one euro bill.


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NASDAQ CEO blames CIO over Facebook IPO
Anybody following technology stocks knows that last month's Facebook's IPO on NASDAQ was a disaster. The IPO involved market confusion and charges that brokers withheld information, culminating in a rapid price decline when the stock opened. In addition, system issues delayed the opening by thirty minutes. Yes, this IPO was a mess by any standard.
In light of all these problems, it is now fascinating to read a summation from the CEO of NASDAQ, Robert Greifeld. Presenting to a group of corporate directors at Stanford University, Greifeld noted that NASDAQ staffers suffered "arrogance" and "over-confidence" in relation to the Facebook IPO. He also blamed his IT department, as reported in the Wall Street Journal:
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Authors: Gara Afonso, Anna Kovner, and Antoinette Schoar
We examine the importance of liquidity hoarding and counterparty risk in the U.S. overnight interbank market during the financial crisis of 2008. Our findings suggest that counterparty risk plays a larger role than does liquidity hoarding: the day after Lehman Brothers bankruptcy, loan terms become more sensitive to borrower characteristics. In particular, poorly performing large banks see an increase in spreads of 25 basis points, but are borrowing 1 percent less, on average. Worse performing banks do not hoard liquidity. While the interbank market does not freeze entirely, it does not seem to expand to meet latent demand.


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Centrally supported online surveys for research at QUT
Duplock, Ray, Savage, Bernadette, Gee, Donald, & Kelson, Neil (2010) Centrally supported online surveys for research at QUT. In 4th eResearch Australasia 2010 : 21st Century Research : Where Computing Meets Data, 8-12 November 2010, RACV Royal Pines, Gold Coast, Queensland. (Unpublished)
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We describe the introduction, service growth, benefits and holistic support approach of a centrally supported universitywide online survey tool for researchers at QUT. The online survey service employs the Key Survey software, and has grown into a significant service for QUT researchers since being introduced in 2009. Key benefits of the approach include the ability of QUT to handle important issues relating to data such as security, privacy, integrity, archiving & disposal. The service also incorporates a workflow process that enhances the institution's ability to ensure survey quality control through controlled approval and pilot testing before any survey is widely released. An important issue is that a tool like this can make it very easy to do very poor research very quickly while creating lots of data, due to the absence of a rigorous methodology designed to reduce errors and collect accurate, comprehensive, timely data. With this in mind, a holistic approach to service provision and support has been taken, which has included the introduction of an integrated system of seminars, tools and workshops to get researchers thinking about the quality of their research while becoming operational quickly. The system of seminars, workshops, checks and approvals we have put in place at QUT is designed to ensure better quality outcomes for QUT's research and the individual researchers concerned.
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The Massachusetts Bar Association and the Boston Bar Association have been selected as joint recipients of the 2007 Harrison Tweed Award. Both associations are being recognized for their long standing commitment to the funding and provision of quality legal services to the poor in Massachusetts in both criminal and civil matters.
Both associations have worked tirelessly to expand the Massachusetts Equal Justice Coalition (EJC) and its efforts to secure adequate funding for Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation to support civil legal aid. In addition, the MBA and BBA share a long history of encouraging efforts by the Committee for Public Counsel Services to establish and maintain effective quality controls related to the provision of indigent defense services. The bar associations have also been strong advocates of adequate compensation for both public defenders and assigned counsel.
The award, given annually by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Legal Aid and Indigent Defendants and the National Legal Aid and Defender Association, will be presented during the ABA Annual Meeting in San Francisco on Friday, Aug. 10, at a joint luncheon of the National Conference of Bar Presidents, National Association of Bar Executives and National Conference of Bar Foundations.
MBA President Mark D Mason will accept the award on behalf of the MBA. He said, "We are deeply honored to share in the award with our friends and colleagues at the BBA. The award demonstrates the power and synergy in coalitions such as the Equal Justice Coalition. Without the dedication and commitment of the BBA and the nearly 200 members of the EJC, our voice would be singular. Together, we have made a difference and we will continue to strive to ensure equal access to justice for all."
The Harrison Tweed Award was created in 1956 to recognize the extraordinary achievements of state and local bar associations that develop or significantly expand projects or programs to increase access to civil legal services for poor persons or criminal defense services for indigents.
The MBA is proud to announce its annual Gala Dinner event, which will take place on Thursday, Nov. 1 at the new InterContinental Hotel on Boston's waterfront.
To download registration information, click here.
With its sleek, granite exterior and spectacular harborside location, the InterContinental is Boston's newest architectural gem. The dinner will take place in the luxury hotel's 10,500-square-foot Rose Kennedy Ballroom, which is lined with original paintings by local Boston artists.
The gala event will feature keynote speaker Richard A. Clarke, author of "Against All Enemies" and senior White House advisor to the last four U.S. presidents.
As a former government official, Clarke specialized in intelligence, cyber security, and counter-terrorism for over three decades. He is most known for his work as the chief counter-terrorism advisor on the U.S. National Security Council preceding and following 9/11. After stepping down from his White House position in 2003, Clarke published his best-selling novel, "Against All Enemies," which reflects on his experiences serving past U.S. presidents, highlights the increase in terrorist activity against America and describes the faults of past administrations in properly handling terrorist threats.
Other signature events include the second annual Bench-Bar Symposium, (Thursday, Oct. 11, John Adams Courthouse, Boston), the Access to Justice Awards Luncheon (Thursday, March 6, JFK Library Museum, Boston) and the traditional CLE Conference (Monday, April 28, Sheraton Boston Hotel).
To summarize the many accomplishments of its productive sections, committees and task forces, the MBA has compiled 2006-07 Year in Review: The Year in Section Council Committee and Task Force Developments. To view the report, click here.
For more information, or to sign up for the following programs, call Member Services at (617) 338-0530, download the latest CLE brochure as a PDF file or visit the CLE Web page.
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Trust Drafting and Provisions (luncheon roundtable)
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Tuesday, July 17, noon-1 p.m.
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This luncheon roundtable will assist practitioners in the preparation of trusts, whether inter vivos or testamentary, and will particularly focus on tax issues, technical issues, and those issues which are often overlooked. Participants are encouraged to send questions in advance to the MBA's Springfield office.
Casemaker Training
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Tuesday, July 17, 4-5:15 p.m.
Massachusetts School of Law, Andover
This training session will be held in a computer lab setting that will provide participants with the use of a computer and online access to Casemaker.
Basics of Divorce Practice
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Thursday, July 19, 4–7 p.m.
John Adams Courthouse, Boston
This course will teach you how to determine the facts of your client's case, select appropriate avenues of relief and parry your opponent's strategies while you become familiar with relevant statutes, rules and leading cases that you can use to achieve positive results for your client.
Casemaker Training
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Thursday, July 19, 4:30-5:45 p.m.
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Elder Law Basics
Course #: PLH07
Tuesday, July 24, 4–7 p.m.
Suffolk University Law School, Boston
This program will provide an introduction to the basics of long-term care and estate planning strategies for the growing group of clients who are 65 and older.
Participants will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to apply techniques and strategies for dealing with this age group in daily practice.
Trial Practice Luncheon Roundtable Series: Pretrial Preparation and Jury Issues
Course #: CLZ07
Wednesday, July 25, noon-2 p.m.
Suffolk University Law School, Boston
Join us for the first of three exciting new luncheon roundtables that will break down the various components of a trial and help attendees develop and enhance their skills as trial attorneys. Our expert panel, comprising top litigators in their respective fields, will share practical tips on effective advocacy and proper preparation.
District Court Survival Guide: Criminal Practice
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Thursday, July 26, 4–6 p.m.
John Adams Courthouse, Boston
This seminar is designed to educate practitioners on the fundamentals of criminal litigation in the district courts of Massachusetts. Topics will include arraignment, bail, trial and 209A practice.
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'Avengers' is one for the record books
LOS ANGELES – With The Avengers taking second place at the box office last weekend, analysts are examining where the film will settle in the record books.
History, they say, will be kind.
The $220 million film scooped up $47 million over the Memorial Day weekend. Though it marked the first time The Avengers didn't capture No. 1 since its release May 4, the haul brought the film's domestic gross to $523.6 million.
That puts the comic-book all-star team adventure at No. 4 all-time, behind only the Batman saga The Dark Knight ($533.3 million) and James Cameron's sea and space epics Titanic ($658.5 million) and Avatar ($760.5 million).
Though analysts doubt The Avengers can topple either Cameron film, Batman is dead in the water. The Avengers will overtake Knight this weekend, if not before.
'Marvel's The Avengers'
Enjoy USA TODAY's coverage of Marvel's record-breaking superhero blockbuster, 'The Avengers.'
- REVIEW: 'Marvel's The Avengers' is marvelous fun
- STORY: All Hulk breaks loose on the big screen
- WHAT'S NEXT: Sequels, spinoffs
- INTERVIEW: Downey Jr., Hemsworth, Evans and Ruffalo discuss all things 'Avengers'
- BOX OFFICE: Best opening weekend ever
- VIDEO: Enjoy five clips from 'Marvel's The Avengers.'
- BEHIND THE SCENES: On 'Avengers' set, laughter is a powerful weapon
- RED CARPET REPORT: 'Avengers' LA premiere
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Even for a second-place finish, "The Avengers was still very impressive" this weekend, says Ray Subers of Boxofficemojo.com, who notes that the film was easily the fastest to reach the $500 million mark, doing it in 23 days. Avatar held the record at 32 days. (Forecasters expect The Avengers to slow down amid fierce summer competition; Titanic and Avatar were December releases.)
Worldwide, the numbers are just as impressive. At $1.31 billion, The Avengers will overtake Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 ($1.32 billion) in a matter of days. Again, it will likely take third place on the all-time worldwide charts behind 1997's Titanic ($2.2 billion) and 2009's Avatar ($2.8 billion).
Paul Dergarabedian, box-office chief for Hollywood.com, says the key to The Avengers' success was its throwback aesthetic.
"I'm not sure I've seen people talk about a movie the way they did like this," he says. "It was an old-fashioned cinema experience: popcorn, larger than life, fun. This may be the greatest word-of-mouth movie ever."
Some wonder whether The Avengers has become too powerful. Privately, studio execs at Sony, which is releasing The Amazing Spider-Man on July 3, and Warner Bros., which has The Dark Knight Rises on July 20, worry that their superheroes will be caught in a box-office contest they'll never win.
Last week, the trade website Thewrap.com called the movie "the blockbuster that ate Hollywood."
"In the past, the superheroes' moneymaking powers would have been good news for other summertime movies, like Dark Shadows, The Dictator and Battleship," the column said of films that challenged and fell to Avengers. "Instead, those movies have struggled to stay afloat."
But Avengers executive producer Jon Favreau, who first referenced the film in his 2008 hit Iron Man, says the film's legacy will have been to raise the bar.
"It sets a new level for what people can expect from franchises," Favreau says. "A lot of work went into making this pay off, and there was a lot of buildup. But we still had to stick the landing. I think this shows what the payoff can be when you put the time in to do it right."
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Relating to the balancing issues, I'm also at a loss as to why preteens fall up stairs. I can understand falling down the stairs, but my daughter is forever landing on her behind as she moves along an upward trajectory in our home. Maybe this is common to this age group; my nephew, who is also thirteen, falls up the stairs quite frequently, too.
Perhaps it's because children's nerve endings don't develop until the age of eighteen. If children did have nerves, wouldn't they feel cold occasionally? Yet as soon as the snow melts little ones demand to turn on the sprinkler. I'll be shivering and my 10-year-old will want to wear shorts. On any given winter day, look outside a high school and you'll see kids who are woefully unprepared for whatever the weather has to dish out. The oddest, to me, are the Catholic schoolgirls wearing their skirts hiked up way higher than regulation in the middle of January. Who wants bare legs when it's -15 out? Yet fashion takes precedence.
And now that swimming pool weather is upon us, children also reveal their lack of nerve endings by assuring us that 68 degrees is plenty warm enough to frolic underwater. To add further indignity to this aberration of nature, they then insist that we should join them, as if the fun cannot be complete unless Mother's lips are turning blue as well. I suppose I should be flattered by the attention, but I'd really rather read a book.
Not only do children not mind the cold; they also make the heat worse. Any time I'm feeling miserably hot and sweaty, it's almost guaranteed there's a child nearby who has decided that the best way to deal with the heat is to lean up against me. Don't they realize this just makes them more hot and sweaty?
Perhaps this is also a male failing. When I'm hot and sweaty, I don't want my husband touching me, either. But heat doesn't deter him. Come to think of it, very little deters the male gender. My husband is also the one who will gladly jump in a pool when it's 68 degrees. Actually, he also laughs at the kids when they fall out of chairs, and participates in the conversations about who farted.
Now that I think about it, that explains a lot. It is not that I don't understand children. It's that I don't understand men, either. At some point a switch must go off in little girls' brains to turn them into women who aren't amused by farts, tumbles, or extreme fluctuations in temperature. Yet nobody else seems in possession of such a switch. So we mothers will forever be the party poopers in our families, while our husbands egg the children on. Maybe that's just the way it was meant to be.
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as the
wind stretches
it yawns
across broken lands
it brushes over lost bodies
disparate and battered
blown, scattered into a state
of timeless disposability
who knows how much human body-waste
the wind has witnessed
as histories soul bleachers
educators of the singular
create yet another bombast, carnage path
for others to unwillingly adhere to
this wind
part of the nature scene
has seen
too many things
if only it could blow away all the pains,
cleanse this shabby place
of places
it blows through, above and over
not able, unable to change what is blown apart
a crumpled psyche
in a world dissected by mythology, dreams and ideals
tired inventions and pretensions of what could be
and some have been too willing to be
what they cannot be
Croatia is a dying bird
us, the other birds
flapping around hovering in the wind
waiting to see which way the wind will blow
all birds are mortal
waiting for the drop
short of breath
short of sky
the creature could do nothing but cry
as days passed
the beak would peck at the glass
trying to peck through the window,
wanting to escape the trap
it yearned for flight once more
flew by
looking in
unable to break the spell of what was cast
it's wing flapping hitting out
in frustration, crazed
morals come and go
yet we will never know
why we waste our time
creating each one of them
shadows collude
and move around this place
as night cloaks the scenery
in here
as the feathered martyr rests
slightly jittering
holding onto
the last embrace
time grinds on
leaving the dead behind
to become mere memories
as life rushes ever onwards around it
the bombing has paused.......
here lies a dying woman
not just a woman
but a woman who knows the wrath of insecure masculinity
she thinks......
are we all merely
headless lost creatures?
here I lie
one leg less
and many dreams less
if only the tears
that which I churn
could fill the gap blown asunder
are we tomorrow's ghosts
laying down snares
for future lives?
dead is gone
lost is not found
end is - finish
and the wind
it blows
it moans
it stretches it's invisible limbs
across the battered land
oh surely there's hope
once we've realized, loss of hope
but still the bird is trapped
caught between non-reason and hope
dangling on the gropesome
x mark's the spot
mapped out, worn out
and the wind?
It still blows.....


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Just 10 miles southwest of Bryce Canyon National Park, huge machines are tearing away sagebrush and soil to get at coal deposits just below the surface of what is Utah's first strip mine.
Up north, in Hatch and Panguitch, merchants and residents are watching old walls shed bits of brick as rumbling semis haul coal along the two-lane strip of U.S. 89 that bisects both towns.
The Coal Hollow Mine has long been sought by some in the area for good jobs in a dreary economy and reviled by others who cherish the air, land and sky of southern Utah.
The mine's owners, four of whom live in Florida and another in Colorado, plan to pull 2 million tons of coal a year for three years out of 244 acres of private land just inside Kane County.
But their Alton Coal Development LLC also has its sights on Bureau of Land Management territory. The agency is working on an environmental impact statement on Alton's application, which won't be released for another three or four months at least.
The coal itself is going to the Intermountain Power Plant near Delta, in Millard County, which sends 75 percent of its electricity to the Los Angeles area and the rest to cities and towns along the Wasatch Front.
In its pitch for permission, Alton said the mine would create 150 new jobs, 50 for truck drivers. It certainly seemed alluring in Garfield County, where the average wage is $471 a week the lowest in the state.
But Panguitch shopkeeper Bobbi Bryant says she knows of only three hires, although the company has said it plans more.
And since the mine recently opened, it's received two violation notices, one ordering the company to remove snow and sediment along Robinson Creek, and another to remove stockpiled topsoil near the creek and its diversion and secure and seed the stockpiles.
Last summer Bruce McMahan, a Panguitch property owner, took me on a tour of the land near Alton, a hamlet where some of the stop signs just say "Whoa."
He showed me the creek and meadows along U.S. 89, and pointed out the deep coral cliffs just east of Bryce. We talked about sage grouse and the elk, antelope and deer whose migratory routes are already interrupted by the scenic byway, which in turn attracts bicyclists, motorcyclists, big RVs and tour buses.
I imagined the double-trailer coal trucks roaring among them.
Meanwhile, the Southern Utah Wilderness Society, joined by the Sierra Club, the National Resources Defense Council and the National Park Conservation Association, are heading back to the Utah Supreme Court.
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So the trucks will keep on rolling, even as school kids walk home and tourists flock to the intoxicating beauty of land and sky.
From afar, I worry about all of them.
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Hey guys ^^.
First up, im really happy with this piece, no beans about it ^^ (even more happy than my last piece). This is infact a photomanip with a heavy dose of brushing. all textures used are for the landscapes. the cephalapod/sp? is hand drawn. Based on a sketch for epilogues "It Came from the Sea" contest. If your in for a bit of fun, do join, there are small prizes up for grabs ^^ (or maybe just one).
And at the end of it all just a little over 2 days work. That is the beauty of using photographs, it speeds things along
All photos are my own stock that i have taken from around the bay, from wharariki beach well past farewell spit, to the Rebecca glow worm caves....
One day though i shall grab a gnomon DVD of dylan coles' work and give the photographs the proper treatment! (I have alot of questions for this technique).
Hope you guys like my latest baby!.
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October 11th, 2006
Beautiful lighting.. and again: great atmosphere!
September 8th, 2006
What, this is the first time I have put a comment on your stuff? Really? That is a crime!
September 8th, 2006
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Do you see Jon as the product of his upbringing and the qualities that Ned Stark (Sean Bean) instilled in him?
The tales she recounts about her upbringing range from tender to funny to outright absurd.
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The Good: Even though Oklahoma has always had pretty solid production at wide receiver, the Sooners haven't seen this type of speed they have with SoonerSquad17. Waxahachie (Texas) High receiver Jalen Reagor and Richmond (Texas) Foster receiver CeeDee Lamb each had touchdowns of more than 90 yards to start their senior season. Lamb had three catches for 101 yards with a 91-yard touchdown. He added a 75-yard punt return for a score. Reagor had seven catches for 141 yards and two touchdowns, including a 93-yard score. Both Reagor and Lamb are in the Scout 300 and both were victorious Friday.
The Bad: Mesquite (Texas) Horn quarterback Chris Robison is among the best in the country, but the OU commit is going to have to show he can stay healthy. Robison, ranked No. 88 in the Scout 300, suffered a slightly separated shoulder in Thursday's win against McKinney (Texas) Boyd. Robison went through ankle and foot injuries as a junior and will need to show he is durable in the future. He's questionable for next week but it would seem more likely he'll return in two weeks.
Something to Keep an Eye On: Just how healthy OU is headed into Saturday's showdown at Houston. Bob Stoops said the only players expected to miss are Rodney Anderson and Curtis Bolton. But a number of guys were in yellow jerseys this week, meaning no contact. And one of those, starting defensive tackle Matthew Romar, has been going through concussion protocol the last couple of weeks. Houston's offense is good enough on its own so Sooners need all available players to be good and ready.
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The Good: The Bears had their final scrimmage of the 2016 Fall Camp, with Seth Russell and company impressing in their drives. The Baylor senior quarterback finished 6-of-8 for 109 yards and a touchdown in his two drives, both resulting in touchdowns.
The Bad: Baylor nickel back Travon Blanchard underwent surgery on his knee this past week, and will miss the opener Friday night. More than likely, Blanchard will miss multiple games, with the most likely timeline having him back by Oklahoma State. A junior, Blanchard is one of the Bears best defenders and big play makers on that side of the ball.
Something to Keep an Eye On: Baylor welcomed back Sean Muir and welcomed Tyrae Simmons to the offensive line rotation this week. Simmons has been getting time at guard primarily, but could slide down to center eventually. Muir has been out most of the fall camp due to a concussion, but brings much needed depth to the line.
Iowa State
The Good: Wide receiver Allen Lazard should be the beneficiary of new head coach Matt Campbell's offense, which depends on establishing the run, then getting the play action game going. Lazard is a big target who can get downfield, and at six feet, five inches, he's a very tough cover for a corner – and sometimes for both a corner and a safety. Named a team captain at the completion of camp (just as his father was in 1993), Lazard is a preseason all-league pick who had 56 catches for 808 yards and six scores in 2015. While a switch to a more run-heavy attack might not appear to be of benefit to a pass catcher, Lazard could find more room to roam if defenses are forced to load up to stop the ground attack.
The Bad: The near total clampdown on media access to fall camp isn't anything new in the college landscape, but has it killed some of the buzz around the new coaching staff and new era in Ames? Coming off a 3-9 season, any attention should be welcomed, but availability hasn't been great, especially as camp wound up and the season approached. If the Cyclones get off to a tough start, will that combine to affect interest and further coverage?
Something to Keep an Eye On: Running back Mike Warren is good. Really good. No, make that great. But will he have enough help up front to approach his rushing totals of 2015, when he topped Big 12 freshmen with 1,339 yards? The Iowa State line received a major hit with the loss of Jake Campos, who will be out for at least several weeks, and will have a number of players elevating from backups to starting roles. Redshirt freshmen and those who didn't play a year ago will also be counted on, as well as players with a history of injuries. With every opponent keying on Warren, the line will be in the spotlight – and perhaps even more so than a year ago with the dependence on the ground game described above. If the blocking is solid, Warren can back up his numbers. But a slip, more injuries or failure to mesh, and the sophomore will be seeing masses of opposing jersey colors on Saturdays.
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The Good: KU football fans were taken down memory lane with an heroic moment in the their head coach's past. In 2013 then Texas A&M assistant coach David Beatty was with his family at a Houston-area indoor trampoline park when another youngster Max Menchaca fell through a trampoline and was suffering from a grand mal seizure. Beaty rushed over and comforted the youngster and his mother recently wrote on Facebook that, "I believe he saved Max's life," Trace Menchaca wrote in her Facebook post. "In court, he said he took care of Max because Max was someone's 'family treasure' … he also talked to Max about sports and specifically football. The man in the blue shirt is our hero. He also happens to be the head football coach at Kansas."
The rest of the story includes a court settlement where the Menchaca's received an $11.5 million award from the company that owns the trampoline park. Menchaca suffered a skull fracture, bleeding on the brain, and significant memory loss and seizures. The Menchaca family, who say they are Oklahoma State fans, will be in Lawrence for the Kansas game with OSU this Oct. 22, but say they will be rooting for Beaty and the Jayhawks.
Good for either quarterback that wins the job either Ryan Willis or Montell Cozart is that former Texas A&M receiver LaQuvionte Gonzalez is now eligible and 6-4 big receiver target Chase Harrell is playing well as a red-shirt freshman. "If you can cover Gonzalez in the slot, then you can cover anybody," Jayhawks secondary coach Kenny Perry said after a recent practice.
The Bad: For Kansas thank goodness former deep snapper Jordan Goldberg Jr. is gone. The deep snapper in the first seven games of 2015 is accused by two separate former Kansas crew athletes, Daisy Tackett and Sarah McClure of sexual assault. Goldberg followed former KU special teams coach Gary Hyman to Indiana State, but has been removed from the roster at that program. The two women have filed lawsuits against the University of Kansas. Jim McClure, Sarah's father, said Friday when contacted at his home in Illinois told the Kansas City Star newspaper, "It's horrific, the fact that my daughter continues to struggle with this while this young man transfers to another school, puts on a jersey and continues to play football."
Something to Keep an Eye On: As the opener with Rhode Island nears there still is no announcement on who will start at quarterback, either Willis or Cozart. The quarterback position will be huge for KU in the David Beaty spread attack offense.
Kansas State
The Good: Kansas State will be well represented in the opener at Stanford as the K-State athletic department announced this week that they have sold out their 4,000-ticket allotment for the opening game on "the Farm" in Palo Alto, Calf. It is really no surprise to anybody in the Big 12 as Kansas State fans are known for traveling well. The big winner here is the travel agency that has the most business and the best package for this game as that is a lot of folks to send packing to California for the game with Stanford.
There is more good when the Wildcats come home for their opener in Bill Snyder Family Stadium against Florida Atlantic on Sept. 17. The completed $185-million work on improvements and enhancements for the stadium are complete. The team has been enjoying the comforts of the massive north training complex that includes new offices, meeting rooms, locker room, weight and strength and conditioning area, and lounges for the athletes. For the fans there is another large video board, making it three inside the stadium. There is also new seating including a new northeast seating area for the Wildcat Band. The most noticeable addition is the huge press box and suites building that is completely finished.
The Bad: This goes down as the most difficult opener for Kansas State as the Wildcats are a 10-point underdog to the 8th-ranked Cardinal. In 2007, Kansas State opened on the road at 14th-ranked Auburn and lost 23-13. Nothing else shows up as close to facing a top 10 team on the road as this Stanford game.
Something to Keep an Eye On: No announcement on quarterback but we are pretty solid it is going to be Jesse Ertz. If you listen to head coach Bill Snyder in the Kansas State Preseason Preview Special, he sounds pretty solid on Ertz as well.
"He has worked diligently to get himself back on the field and playing at the level he was performing before the injury," Snyder said of Ertz, who was the starter going into the 2015 season only to be injured and out for the season on the first series against South Dakota. "He came back in the spring to prove himself and while he doesn't have the same game experience as Joe (Hubener), he has a lot of experience in our program. I really liked the way he's worked at it in the summer and in practice. He has been very productive."
Oklahoma State
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The Good: Some may see it as bad, but Oklahoma State fans aren't really concerned where the production comes from as long as the Cowboys rushing offense produces more than it did last season. Head coach Mike Gundy threw out last week a pretty paltry expectation of 125-yards a game. He said, if they had run at that level last season it would have been like a Christmas gift. I really believe he was talking about pure running back production. Okay, so the good news? Two new faces look like they will be a big part of a five-man depth chart at running back with true freshman Justice Hill from famed Booker T. Washington High School in Tulsa possibly on top. "He's done very well in camp and were trying to make some adjustments in the running game," Gundy said. "We think that the group that we have now, the three or four, is better than what we were using last year with really two to three. So he's part of that group that we think makes us better." The other new face is Barry J. Sanders, who it appears will join Hill as the two deep men on the kickoff return unit.
The Bad: Part of the result of the July injury to starting senior wide receiver Marcell Ateman is that three true freshmen will be on the two-deep at wide receiver for the Cowboys. At Atemna's position Chris Lacy will start, but walk-on freshman Obi Obialo is listed second team. The 6-2, 200 pound Obialo is out of Coppell, Texas where he was outstanding until a foot injury sidelined him early in his senior season. A lot of schools missed on not picking him up. The other freshmen back-ups are 2015 Oklahoma High School Player of the Year out of four-time back-to-back Class 6A State Champion Jenks in Dillon Stoner and Lancaster, Texas standout Tyrell Alexander backs up All-Big 12 performer James Washington.
Something to Keep an Eye On: The first head coach app available for iPhone and Android devices is the Coach Gundy app. Gundy announced it on Thursday at his first weekly news conference and made a point of saying, "I think we beat Coach (Jim) Harbaugh on this one." In the first 24-hours of availability the app had 5000 downloads. The app has news releases, roster, depth chart, coaches and players' bios, lots of pictures and video. "Basically everything we're doing around here in on there," Gundy said.
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The Good: All of Texas' running backs - perhaps the strongest position on the team - are all back at practice after missing time with injuries. D'Onta Foreman, last year's leading rusher (681 yards, 7.2 ypc) missed time early in camp with an ankle injury. Chris Warren III, UT's second-leading rusher in 2015 (556 yards, 6.6 ypc) missed time with a hamstring injury. And Kirk Johnson, the sophomore older brother of 6-6, 212-pound freshman WR Collin Johnson, has missed time with ankle and knee injuries. Johnson was the last of the three to get injured but returned this past week.
Meanwhile, the injuries have allowed true freshman Kyle Porter of Katy to get a ton of practice reps this camp and probably ensured Porter will receive a bunch of carries in a change of pace role this season. Coaches are very high on the work ethic and potential production from the running back group, including Porter.
On defense, it looks like 6-foot-6 sophomore Charles Omenihu has locked down the starting the strong side DE position after growing from 232 pounds as a freshman to 262 pounds this year. Also look for sophomore Breckyn Hager, son of Texas' all-time leading tackler Britt Hager, and freshman Malcolm Roach to push starting Fox End Naashon Hughes. Coaches are very happy with Hager's move from linebacker to end and with the maturity and athleticism of Roach.
The Bad: Another week, another ankle injury to a starting offensive lineman. First it was freshman starting center Zach Shackelford, who has a high ankle sprain and has missed most of camp. Then, it was RT Tristan Nickelson and on Thursday it was preseason first-team All-Big 12 selection LG Patrick Vahe who got rolled up. Vahe's injury is not considered serious and there's hope he'll be ready to go for Texas' season opener at home Sunday against Notre Dame in the biggest, home non-conference game since Ohio State in 2006.
Something to Keep an Eye On: Charlie Strong has said he's not going to name a starting quarterback between senior Tyrone Swoopes and freshman Shane Buechele, because "we don't want Notre Dame to know." But in HD's latest report from Texas' closed practices, we were told both QBs' worst practices of camp came on Friday and Saturday. It could have been the defense was that good against a patchwork offensive line. But some fear the players are mentally and physically exhausted after having only one day off (last Sunday) the last 13 days. RB D'Onta Foreman was asked if the team had its legs and he said, "No. We still gotta get our legs back." Omenihu tweeted on Saturday, "My mind and body is so worn out." Texas doesn't play until Sunday night, so Strong could give the players off Monday and Tuesday to get their legs back. Something to keep an eye on heading into game week.
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The Good: TCU has their quarterback to start the 2016 season. After a competition in fall camp, former Texas A&M signal-caller Kenny Hill has won the job, beating out sophomore Foster Sawyer.
"Both of them threw the ball well, but (it is about) getting himself out problems and some of the things he could do in the running game," said TCU head coach Gary Patterson. "Kenny has a lot to prove, but like I told him, our job is to just win. It is not to put up big numbers. Just put the ball where it is supposed to be."
The Bad: TCU was hoping to get sophomore kicker Jonathan Song back before the opener against South Dakota State, but Patterson indicated he now could miss multiple games. The Frogs will likely be able to survive without Song against SDSU, but in week two a matchup with Arkansas awaits.
Something to Keep An Eye On: Junior college transfer Taj Williams put on nearly 20 pounds this offseason, after enrolling before spring football. The former Iowa Western standout had 1,593 yards in two seasons, finding the end zone 20 times. When the depth chart came out, Williams found himself as the starting X receiver.
Texas Tech
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The Good: The Red Raiders wrapped up what was by all accounts a very successful training camp, easily the best under Kliff Kingsbury. There have been few injuries, and no significant injuries to anyone projected in the two-deep. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes has looked especially sharp in open practices dropping bombs to multiple targets despite tight coverage. Kingsbury noted how well the players have performed and how excited everyone is to get the season started.
"I think it's a very selfless team, with guys pushing each other, guys holding each other accountable. " Kingsbury said. "They're cheering for each other, not cheering for them to fail so they can move up in their position group. They are definitely ready to play. I felt like they were ready to play last week."
The Bad: The offensive line has been shuffled and moved around all camp, and it looks like the center position is the last one on the whole team to be finalized as Kingsbury said the depth chart is otherwise set for the season opener against Stephen F. Austin. Despite the uncertainty, Kingsbury said he feels they actually have more depth at center now and feels comfortable playing either Tony Morales or Paul Starwarz at the position.
Something to Keep an Eye On: Wide receiver Derrick Willies missed a lot of time during camp with a wrist/hand injury and has been up and down in practices. He may be a little rusty in the opener Saturday.
West Virginia
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The Good: West Virginia finished up its camp with no more major injuries, and head coach Dana Holgorsen termed the team's health, other than those season-enders to Dravon Askew-Henry and Brendan Ferns, as very good. He credited strength and conditioning coach Mike Joseph for some of that, and noted that the team had even brought in a sleep specialist to monitor the team's rest and make sure it had adequate time for recovery.
Like many other squads, the Mountaineers held a simulated game weekend on Friday and Saturday, including staying off campus at its normal Friday night hotel before going through the entire routine of a Saturday home game. WVU will probably have 20-25 players who have never dressed or gone through travel for a game, and to acclimate them Holgorsen and his staff conducted this run-through, as they have throughout his tenure at West Virginia.
The Bad: Starting left guard Adam Pankey was arrested for DUI after camp ended, and has been suspended for at least the first game. Tony Matteo, who was engaged in a battle for the starting slot in the right side, will flip over to Pankey's position while he is out. Matteo has had a good camp, and earned praise from the offensive line staff for his work, but changing sides means he will also be reversing his stance and the hand he has on the ground – something that might not be 100% natural. He has had work on the left side at times, though, so the hope is that he will be able to fill the spot without a great deal of adjustment. Still, it is a lessening of one of the strengths of the WVU offense, and could have an impact when facing off against Missouri's excellent defensive line.
Something to Keep an Eye On: West Virginia's apparent depth at running back and wide receiver will have an effect on playing time and rotations at those positions – with results on the field at one spot impacting another. With three running backs slated to get carries, WVU could run more of the diamond formation that it used in 2014, with three backs in the backfield. It that's successful, expect the Mountaineers to ride that hard – with a resulting lessening of snaps for five wide receivers who are solidly in the rotation. Of course, the reverse could also be true. Passing game production could yield more three- and four-wide sets, and keep one of the runners on the bench more than expected. It's not a bad problem to have, but one that will mean adjustments in playing time for someone.


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Subjectivist wrote:Hawkcreek wrote:Wikipedia gives 550 to 740 years for atmospheric persistence of nitrogen trifloride.
I find those numbers hard to accept for a simpke reason. We have been told for decades we have to eliminate flouroCarbons because the last for millenia. Why woul FlouroNitrates break down so much faster?
So should we go with your intuition, or what scientists say? For the 740 years, Wiki cites an IPCC paper. Like with all science (including climate science), it would seem to be better to go with the expert scientists and their research than with laymen's intuitions wouldn't it?
Besides, according to Wiki, the global production of NF3 is in the thousands of tons range annually. CO2 production is a thousand times that. Also, the flourinated gases, (of which NF3 is only one) have a total contribution of about 2% of GHG's produced.
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In science, numbers matter -- a lot.
None of this is good, but we should evaluate impacts based on science and expertise, not the intuition of doomers, or anyone else, IMO.
I also checked on how long CFC's supposedly last via Google.
Looking at the numbers from the IPCC, it looks like the impact from most CFC's diminishes greatly for the 500 year duration vs. the 20 year duration.
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Per a Gurdian FAQ on climate change: "How long do greenhouse gases stay in the air?"
"Compounds containing chlorine and/or fluorine (CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs, PFCs) include a huge number of different chemical species, each of which can last in the atmosphere for a specific length of time – from less than a year to many thousands of years."
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Conflating the worst case scenario with all CFC's isn't going to give you an accurate answer.


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The Atlanta Braves just couldn't piece together a big inning in Wednesday's series finale with the San Diego Padres, getting swept in the final game 5-3 at Petco Park.
Paul Maholm's control was shaky in the first inning as he issued two walks – one with the bases loaded – in a three-run frame. He also gave up a two-run single to Logan Forsythe in what would be a critical inning.
Maholm also gave up a decisive two-run homer to Chris Denorfia in the fifth, bringing Maholm's line to four earned runs (five total) over 5 2/3 innings.
That contrasted heavily to Padres starter Edinson Volquez, who gave up one run in seven innings by way of an RBI-single from Justin Upton. Upton also hit a solo homer off reliever Joe Thatcher in the eighth inning, but he took strike three from Nick Vincent to end the ballgame. That was Upton's first home run since May 17, giving him 15 for the year.
In more positive developments for the Braves, Dan Uggla continued his slow progression with a knock, and Jason Heyward recorded a single and a double to extend his hitting streak to 10 games. Upton's two-hit game was also a positive sign in his small but important three-game streak.
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Coast Salish Territory (Vancouver, BC) – The BC Assembly of First Nations, First Nations Summit and Union of BC Indian Chiefs (First Nations Leadership Council) are raising concerns regarding Prime Minister Stephen Harper's announcement that a national Hunting and Angling Advisory Panel will be established. The announcement was made on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at a National Fish and Wildlife Congress event in Ottawa, organized in part by the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. Prime Minister Harper stated that the government will be developing regulations to guide these efforts over the next six months.
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Iris Murdoch London Walks
Iris Murdoch's novels retell the myths of the ages, situating the timeless archetypes in the familiar world around us.
This series of London Walks explores the city through her novels, in which it is background - but also a catlayst.
London becomes a charged landscape, electrified by currents of ideas and imagery bubbling up through the plots - that's what we are in pursuit of in these walks.
The Murdochian world
Iris Murdoch's characters pursue their fate within a meticulously realized geography, their homes, the neighbourhoods they live in and their movements around the city provide important information about who they are.
Love and chaos
The Murdochian opposite to this evil is love, "true" rather than egotistical, which means simply the ability to see another person (or animal or work of art) in its inviolable sacred separateness.
Degrees of these opposites are seen in the lives of the characters who appear as familiar recurring 'types' in each novel: the philosopher, the hedonist, the deceived wife, the sequestered but calculating maiden, the delinquent, the artist and artist-manqué.
All of them, the frenzied and the middling-decent, the saints and the ego-monsters are looked upon by their creator with compassion.
Walking London we begin to see them everywhere (as Murdoch must have seen their models) - in the crowds rushing on and off the underground, in pubs and squares, the dreamy-eyed girls, shifty-eyed conmen, tired workers and flustered bureaucrats and academics with their minds on the thought of a stiff drink after work rather than philosophy.
The landscape of the 'hero's journey'
On these walks we plunge into London, experiencing the city through the consciousness of Murdoch's characters.
The city becomes the landscape of the "hero's journey" as it is enacted over and over in the Murdoch oeuvre by characters one way or another seeking the divine. They fail to find it, but it's a "fairly honourable defeat". If, however, they find love and self-knowledge they have at least approached the human "good".
Iris Murdoch wrote fantasy-ridden realism – neither strictly realistic nor exclusively fantastic – and she makes us see London as containing both reality and fantasy, making it recognizable and ordinary but also pulsing with something unseen, super-natural, otherworldly – that's what we're looking out for on these walks.
"Behind the visible world, always just upon the threshold of some possible mode of perception, there was another and more terrible reality," says Austin Gibson Grey in An Accidental Man. He saw there a dark hole of isolation, jealousy, self-hatred and moral "muddle".
Sometimes Iris Murdoch's characters stray from one novel into a minor role in another. Frequently they are neighbours on the same streets and their paths would necessarily cross.
Likewise, our walks in their footsteps loop around and intersect each other, and walkers/readers should mix and match and re-combine them as personal whim dictates.
Iris Murdoch walks by Barbara Julian