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All ALP had to do was turn up
THE Coalition's defeat was not just a rejection. It was a humiliation that shattered some of the supposedly iron laws of Australian politics.
The Liberal Party faces a very difficult regeneration. It lacks leadership, ideas and patronage, facing the most vulnerable moment of its history.
The party's federal director, Brian Loughnane, told Channel Nine yesterday: "We have to rebuild with new people, we have to rebuild with new policies and the task will not be easy, but if anyone is up to it, it's Peter Costello."
Except that a few hours later Costello announced he wasn't even interested in trying. Two generations of Liberal leadership were lost in 24 hours, one rejected, the other dejected.
And Labor, enjoying a monopoly of power at the national and state level for the first time, has its own problem. With no strong opposition, it must generate its own discipline.
The election was a humiliation for the Coalition for three reasons.
First, the swing against the Howard Government was the third-biggest against an incumbent since the modern two-party system took shape in 1949.
Second, it purged the Liberal Party from government nationally and at the state level for the first time in its history.
And it was a humiliation because the Prime Minister himself was routed from his own seat, an emphatic and personal response to the question John Howard put to his own cabinet ministers a few months ago: "Is it me?"
With a swing against him of an emphatic 5.8 per cent, about the same size as the national swing against the Government of 6 per cent, he made Bennelong a bellwether seat.
Howard said months ago that the opinion polls threatening him with annihilation might be the Australian public's idea of a joke. We've now seen the punchline.
There has been only one other occasion when a sitting prime minister lost his seat, the 1929 rejection of Stanley Bruce.
There was a parallel - Bruce was a conservative who was thrown out attempting radical reform of the industrial relations laws.
But there was also a contrast. The Bruce government "was unable to cope with a flagging economy and repay the national and state debt", says the Melbourne University political scientist Brian Galligan.
Howard, by contrast, presided over the longest economic expansion in Australian history, climaxing in a minerals boom. His Government paid the national debt down to zero.
HSBC's chief economist, John Edwards, a former adviser to Paul Keating, says the 2007 election is the first time a government has been thrown out amid unequivocally strong economic conditions.
How to account for this unique event? Could it be the embrace of Kevin Rudd rather than the rejection of John Howard?
A Galaxy poll in June probed the sources of Rudd's strong approval rating. Voters who said they intended to vote Labor were asked which factor best explained their reasons.
Was it because of their approval of Rudd? Yes, said 32 per cent. Or was it because the Government had lost their trust? This was the case for 23 per cent. Or was it because they were "sick of John Howard"? This one got 20 per cent. Or was it because, after 11 years, it was time for a change? Yes, said 20 per cent.
In other words, by an overwhelming two to one, they were intending to vote Labor for anti-Howard reasons rather than pro-Rudd motives.
Rudd knows this. "I think it's a reaction against Mr Howard, the clever politician, rather than any real positive affirmation of me," he told the Herald. "They think I'm all right. They are really critical of him."
Certainly, the Opposition needed to be a viable and trustworthy alternative. But this election proved anew the adage that oppositions don't win elections; governments lose them.
The election has shattered views that the Howard Government hewed to for years. One was that a government is in a commanding position so long as the economy is performing strongly.
Another was Howard's confidence that truckloads of pork can always buy the support of money-grubbing voters in marginal seats. A third was that fear-based campaigns will rally wavering voters.
So what had Howard done to invalidate all his own rules?
Not any one thing, but a confluence of several.
Labor's internal research showed the biggest vote-switching issue was Work Choices. Second was a bundle of issues to do with Howard the person, his retirement plan and his handover to Costello. Third came the staleness of the Government. Fourth was the Government's "broken promises and lies".
All Rudd had to do was to be reassuring and fresh and let Howard do his work for him.
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The Titanic has hit an iceberg and is sinking. Not to worry, just paint the lifeboats with a new color scheme and things will improve. As ridiculous as that sounds, it is not much different than the proposal of the Tribune Company Chief Innovation Officer, Lee Abrams, who proposed changing the color of Los Angeles Times vans:
Being too close to it. LAT has about 20 vans...but they're all Black? Hmmm. Maybe they should be painted in LAT colors. There ARE more than a few commuters driving around down there.
Apparently Abrams thinks basic black is not exciting enough but he seems to love the color green according to his internal blog post about changes at the Los Angeles Times obtained by LA Observed:
...They use soy based ink and recycled paper. Hmmm...maybe they should be bragging about that on every page as LA is the home of green.
Yeah, that should do the trick for turning around the problems of the Los Angeles Times. Forget about addressing such issues as biased reporting or using incorrect facts as has been chronicled extensively in NewsBusters. Just change the color scheme of the vans and boring their readers by endlessly bragging about being green over and over again. More comedy gold is provided by Abrams in his psychobabble about attracting "cult" and "fringe" readers:
Blowing up Newspapers in the name of change? NO! as with most papers I've talked to, there's a fear of blowing off the existing core in an effort to reach new readers. NO! Firstly, it's all about accepting what a newspapers "natural" audience is. 50+? Fine. Now, lets own ALL of them. 100% share. Complete and total domination. That's the idea. And...Funny thing, by re-igniting this 'natural' audience, lower demos will follow....but not by TRYING too hard to reach them. I call it cult and fringe. Cult is your natural reader aka core...
Abrams comedy act continues unimpeded by any suggestion of substantial change in the Los Angeles Times. Here are a few more of his comedy highlights:
...my point here is that the LAT like most papers DOES this stuff...but it's a mystery due to 1938 navigation and look. Bring out the 2x4. It's WAR out there.
...The content is there. As with all of our papers, the content is there. It's amazing. In LA they have some star columnists. Now---how do we turn them into print celebrities?
...On Eye stimulation, I think some of our greatest assets are our designers. We gotta LIBERATE them. In LA there's a guy who did some redesigns of the Business page. WOW! It was amazing...
Thanks again for the comedy act, Lee. Please continue to ignore the real problems of the Los Angeles Times so you can keep us roaring with laughter over your cosmetic solutions such as repainting the news vans.


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Millions of Americans are affected by osteoporosis, a silent disease that often first reveals itself with a broken a bone. Half of women and a fourth of men over 50 will suffer an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetimes.
Osteoporosis makes bones brittle by enlarging the honeycomb holes normally present in the center of your bones, making them less dense and easier to break. In the body, existing bone is continually replaced with new bone. With osteoporosis, the old bone is removed faster than the new bone is formed — leaving the bone full of these larger holes.
Osteoporosis affects women more often than men. Postmenopausal women with a family history of osteoporosis are especially at risk. Other factors include:
- Being Caucasian or Asian
- Reaching menopause at an early age due to the removal of ovaries
- Being slender
You can control some of the other risk factors. Avoiding smoking and excessive drinking will help. So will staying active (walking, dancing, lifting weights) and eating a diet rich in calcium and Vitamin D. Medications are also available to help.
Other than suffering a break, the only way to tell if you have osteoporosis is by measuring the bone mass through a specialized bone density test.
Also, called a DEXA, this test will:
- Show your bone loss
- Predict your risk for fracture
- Help monitor any meds you may be on for the treatment of the disease
Osteoporosis is so prevalent that a bone density scan may make a lot of sense for you. You can find out more at myhealthscreenings.com. Or call 866-UCheck13 (1-866-824-3251) to schedule a screening.
And be sure to visit the CheckUp 13 website and tune in to WTHR News on the 13th of every month for more important information from St.Vincent.
It's well worth the effort to avoid this disease that — in addition to frequent fractures — causes poor health, curvature of the spine, and acute back pain. Address osteoporosis early, and protect your good health today.


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This is the hoop I made for the Hoopla Round 5 swap. My partner received it a couple of weeks ago, so I can post pictures!
My partner edenkitty had a lot of octopuses and squids in her wist, so I got the idea to do a kind of octopus tea party.
The challenge for the swap was for the hoop to be monochromatic, so I used seven different types of green. I used two strands of DMC embroidery floss throughout. The stitches I used were mainly satin stitch, back stitch, and long and short stitch. The hoop is 8" in diameter.
This was the first time I used such a huge amount of filling stitch! I'm happy with how it turned out, though.
I drew the pattern using a photo of an octopus as a reference. I may use this pattern again, maybe with different colors.
I love the way the tentacle suckers came out!
I was going to leave the eye plain, but my mom gave me the idea to embroider the eye with two colors. I tried to keep my stitches as tiny as possible. I like the effect it made.
This was also my first time putting a back on a hoop.
I free handed the lettering.
I loved working on this hoop so much, it was hard to send it off to its new home!


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Flight Centre flying high with Kiwi travellers
Flight Centre flying high with Kiwi travellers
Back at work after the Christmas break and already daydreaming about your next holiday? Here's some food for thought: one third of New Zealanders used a travel agent or tour operator to book a holiday in the last 12 months, a percentage almost identical among Australians. Furthermore, like their trans-Tasman neighbours, more Kiwis choose to book through Flight Centre than any other travel agency.
Of course, with the internet influencing the way travellers organise their holidays, the last few years have seen some significant changes. Overall, fewer Kiwis are using travel agents/tour operators to book their leisure travel than they were in 2009 (38.2%), with the only agencies experiencing increased usage being exclusively online enterprises such as Webjet.
New Zealanders who used travel agent for leisure travel in last 12 months
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Source: Roy Morgan Single Source (New Zealand), November 2008-October 2009 (n=11,620); November 2012-October 2013 (n=12,446).
Despite the trend towards internet booking,
bricks-and-mortar travel agent Flight Centre has claimed top
position among Kiwis' 10 most popular travel agents/tour
operators, snatching the crown from former leader Air New
Zealand Holidays. Just over 8% of the New Zealand population
booked a holiday via Flight Centre in the last 12 months,
while 6.2% used Air New Zealand Holidays. However, both
businesses (particularly the latter) have experienced
declines since 2009, as the chart below indicates.
Travel agents used for leisure travel in the last 12 months
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Source: Roy Morgan Single Source (New Zealand), November 2008-October 2009 (n=11,620); November 2012-October 2013 (n=12,446).
In contrast, Webjet's popularity almost quadrupled from 0.9% in 2009 to 3.4% in 2013, with fellow online-only operations Wotif and Expedia also growing over the same period.
Curiously, all of the seven bricks-and-mortar travel agents in the Top 10 offer online booking options as well, but this did not result in increased custom for any of them.
Pip Elliott, General Manager, Roy Morgan Research NZ, says:
"Since 2009, Flight Centre has overtaken Air New Zealand Holidays as the travel agent used by most New Zealanders to book their holidays. This is an impressive achievement, given the trend on both sides of the Tasman towards online booking, and is no doubt helped along by the company's strong brand, comprehensive web presence and famous 'lowest airfare guarantee'.
"But can it maintain its lead? Of the 10 most popular travel agencies and tour operators used by Kiwis, only those that are exclusively online have shown any growth in custom since 2009.
"With the increasing penetration of laptops, tablets and smartphones in New Zealand, this trend is likely to continue. To remain competitive in this challenging market, bricks-and-mortar travel agents need to ensure they understand who exactly their customers are and what they're looking for when it comes to planning and booking their holidays."


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Kim Kardashian on Having More Kids: "I Don't Think I Can Do More Than Three"
"I don't think I can do more than three tops. That would be my absolute top top tops," she tells Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS FM show Tuesday. "I even contemplate should North be an only child? But then I contemplate all the … fun experiences I had [with my siblings], so I might have to tough it out."
"I love my daughter so much," she explains. "I want to have more, but I'm not going the route my mom did. She is crazy! When I was giving birth, I looked at her and said, 'I'm going to buy you a medal, you deserve a medal for this, six times – you're crazy.'"
For now, Kardashian is having a blast taking care of her baby girl. "I'm loving life right now. My daughter is the cutest thing ever," she gushes. "I'm loving being a mom."
She adds, "She's the sweetest, happiest baby I've ever seen."
As for her walk down the aisle with her boyfriend? Kardashian wants her wedding ceremony to be a "super, super-small intimate" affair with close family and friends.
"As we are going along, we realize we want it to be smaller and more intimate than people are imagining and thinking," the 33-year-old continues. "I'll tell you it's in Paris … I'm not saying when, but it's this year."


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Samsung SGH-D900I Ultra 12.9 User ReviewsPost new review
Please note that each user review reflects the opinion of its respectful author and not of Phone Arena.
posted on 16 May 2009, 14:25
Has sell-by date
This mobile was initially quite good but after 1 year began to show it's software failings, literally. Of it's own accord, the signal would simply disappear - sometimes up to a few hours - unless I pressed the 'cancel' button then it would immediately reappear. Therefore, I'd have to check the phone more than I wanted too. Coincedentally, the exact same error appeared on a different model Samsung of a friend.
SMS' would 'jam up' in terms of you're typing then couldn't send unless you cancelled the SMS (sometimes it'd not offer the opportunity to save it to draft).
After seeing it advertised with the Piscal viewer, it came without. A Samsung UK rep. acknowledged this and said "we'll have to change the advert then". Nice.
The metallic plastic coating on the sides wore off which left a nasty look and a bit of a mess.
The sliding function is a bit of a hassle at times.
An average phone that still functions but is relgated to the draw.Design 6/10Features 4/10Performance 4/10
- Good-sized screen; good memory for your average user; quad-band
- Slider cumbersome; software errors after 1 year; missing software - yet this software was advertised; shoddy shell
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posted on 01 Oct 2008, 13:42
my pros and cons about the d900i
Personally i had expected more.But, everything that it did have worked really good.conclusion: the d900i is good multimedia phone and considering it's current price... i really recommend it.Design 10/10Features 7/10Performance 9/10
- - excellent screen reolution
- - really, really good image quality
- (it even beats my gf her g600, witch has 5mp...)
- - fast menu's
- - nice looks
- - theme background is nice, it changes when u go abroad.
- ( when u receive a message there is firework lol xD)
- - bright flash.
- - the keys are all nice and large for easy usage.
- - no front camera
- - u can't watch video's in wide screen
- - the camera isn't oriented in landscape mode
- - pre-installed games are all trials (except cannonball.)
- - no preloaded images.
- - no doc vieuwer, but there is a folder to put documents in
- (don't know what they were thinking :s)
- - a bit limited in functions, for being an ultra phone.
- - when using the autofocus the camera is really slow...
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posted on 17 Aug 2008, 22:25
Highly Impressed
I did a little research on this phone prior to buying it and it has certainly paid off. I bought the Samsung SGH-D900 (Black) in May of 2007 for about $250, the next cheapest I could find was $399. If you want to know the website, send an email, I'd be more than happy to assist you.
Pros: MS Office Viewer, PDF File Viewer, Expandable MicroSD Slot, 3.15MP Camera with flash, 7 language options, slim.
Cons: Keypads feel a little cheap but after months of usage, you should develop a feel for use.
The website I bought it from is selling it for $120 now, brand new and fully unlocked. Overall, I think the screen should be slightly bigger since it does view files, keypads should be harder/more responsive.Design 9/10Features 9/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 8/10Value for money 9/10
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posted on 07 Aug 2008, 11:10
Think twice
I really wanted to like this phone. My last phone was a Samsung D807 and I loved it so much I researched to find what the update was. I ordered an unlocked version of the D900i from overseas since it wasn't available in the States. I especially looked forward to the FM radio and Piscel viewer feature. I read a lot of negative user reviews online, but the "professional" reviews were all glowing, so I figured I'd take a chance.
Half of the features described in the professional reviews are absent. There is NO Piscel viewer and, as far as I can tell, no way to view PDF or MS Office docs on this phone, which is a major shame. The FM radio requires the included headset to function since it acts as an antenna, so even though it supports Bluetooth stereo, you'll have to bring these earbuds with you to use the only thing the D900i has over the D900 (which DOES support Piscel).
Customization options are gimped as well. No custom SMS or MMS sounds. Only two background options. No options for dialing screen, etc. Real shame, lots of missed opportunities.
The phone itself is nice. Great design, size. The 3 megapixel cam is as nice as you'd think and the screen and sound quality is great. If I could do it again, I'd get the D900 and skip the D900i.Design 10/10Features 3/10Sound Quality 7/10Signal Strength 8/10Value for money 4/10
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posted on 30 Jul 2008, 19:27
fantasic phone i am astonished with it had no problems had it nor for a few months no damage no cracked screen still in one piece fantastic
and i after reading that comment i pressed on my screen fairly hard to see if anything would happen and nop stayed as normal so you didnt look after it sorry mate but its true :P
decent phoneDesign 10/10Features 10/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 10/10
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posted on 12 May 2008, 02:18
the style, the design, the quality are goods...
those who break the slide, they just didn't took care of it...
the only thing i dont like...
it does not a 3G phone, also do not have front camera!Design 10/10Features 10/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 9/10
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posted on 23 Apr 2008, 08:30
I bought this phone two weeks ago and despite being treated very carefully, the LCD cracked, leaving it useless. I've had about 8 mobile phones before and never had a problem with any of them.
LCD problems aren't covered by warranty. This phone is structurally weak (and the rest of it isn't too flash either).
It's a lemon.Design 1/10Features 3/10Sound Quality 3/10Signal Strength 3/10Value for money 1/10
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posted on 06 Apr 2008, 00:55
Its o-k
ive had it for, idk a while now
and it is a pretty good phone.
the only part i dont like
is how you cant have mp3 tones
as your sms tone.
the sound when you want to play mp3 is ok, but not the loudest.
other then that id give it an 8 over all !!Design 10/10Features 9/10Sound Quality 7/10Signal Strength 8/10Value for money 9/10
posted on 21 Feb 2008, 13:17
good phone
great value for this money, indeed!but...they could let us put some mp3 for the sms tone, the camera is not amazing, but u get nice photos.all in all, great value for the money.and great design!battery surprising for such a slim phone!very good!lasts for 3-4 days with medium use.Design 10/10Features 8/10Sound Quality 9/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 10/10
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posted on 05 Feb 2008, 02:50
well, right now I have it for like 5-6 months. It's really good phone BUT...
You can't change themes or put mp3 for message alert, which kinda sucks...
Camera needs like 5-6 sec to capture the picture...
And my slide has broken
Design 7/10Features 7/10Sound Quality 8/10Signal Strength 5/10Value for money 7/10
posted on 14 Dec 2007, 05:53
The phone is really good....the camera takes some time long to capture in autofocus mode but its ok in pan focus mode. Its really light and is invisible in a jeans pocket. Looks delicate but it has survived 3,4 falls... so its strong too... message tone cant be changed other than defaults and no ringer profiles... But in 200$ its worth the money.. great value phoneDesign 10/10Features 10/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 9/10Value for money 10/10
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Dude That has this phone, FOR REAL
posted on 25 Nov 2007, 12:58
well, right now I have it for like 5-6 months. It's really good phone BUT...
You can't change themes or put mp3 sound for message ton, which kinda sucks...
The earphones/headphones (whatever) are weird, they keep falling out off my ears...
Camera needs like 5-6 sec to capture the picture...
And the sending message really starts to pissing me off... Me personaly!!!
Plastic is little too easy to damage...
All in all, it's quite good phone!!!
ENGLISH IS NOT MY MATTERNAL LANGUAGE!!!!!!Design 7/10Features 6/10Sound Quality 8/10Signal Strength 4/10Value for money 9/10
BLA live
posted on 25 Sep 2007, 05:43
Very good phone excellent cameraDesign 10/10Features 10/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 10/10
posted on 09 Jul 2007, 13:34
thats a style
I got it 3weeks ago, black edition , ;) I like itS STYLE very perfect and not heavy..very good camera ;) I think u want to be a unique,get it now :)
really carisma :DDesign 10/10Features 8/10Sound Quality 9/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 9/10
posted on 12 Jun 2007, 08:31
I JUST RECEIVED MY SAMSUNG D900i TODAY AND MY WORD, THIS PHONE IS OFF THE HOOK. WELL DONE SAMSUNG. YOU ROCK.
ADRIAN - SOUTH AFRICA.Design 10/10Features 10/10Sound Quality 10/10Signal Strength 10/10Value for money 10/10
posted on 16 May 2007, 23:52
it needs to be sold in the US at a major carrier like AT&T or Alltel.but it seems to be a good phone.i like it and would most definitely buy one once it gets to the united states.Design 9/10Features 8/10Sound Quality 8/10Signal Strength 7/10Value for money 5/10


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"does it come with the chargr and pen? can i use regular ds games for it?"
GIFT....They loved it & I loved the price...
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Nintendo 3DS is a breakthrough in portable entertainment, a truly cutting-edge piece of hardware. It has to be seen to be believed. Nintendo 3DS includes two screens. The bottom touch screen makes use of a telescoping stylus that is stored in the unit itself. The top screen displays 3D visuals to the naked eye. Looking at the screen is like peering through a window into a world where characters and objects have true depth. The system also has a 3D Depth Slider that lets players select the level of 3D they enjoy the most. The 3D effect can be ratcheted up to the highest level, scaled back to a more moderate setting or even turned off completely, depending on the preference of the user.
In addition to the familiar + Control Pad and button controls found on previous Nintendo hand-helds, Nintendo 3DS now also includes a Circle Pad, which provides a full 360 degrees of direction, giving it the freedom and precision needed to play games in 3D worlds. It brings the same degree of responsiveness that gamers enjoyed when Nintendo introduced an analog control stick to navigate Mario through Super Mario 64 on the Nintendo 64 system.
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14I am now ready to visit you the third time. And I will not be a burden to you. I don't want any of the things you own. I only want you. Children should not have to save things to give to their parents. Parents should save to give to their children.
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text: Louis Dreyfus Commodities LLC today announced an extension of the offer period for the previously announced tender offer for all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Imperial Sugar Company (NASDAQ:IPSU) ("Imperial Sugar") by Louis Dreyfus Commodities LLC's subsidiary Louis Dreyfus Commodities Subsidiary Inc., for $6.35 per share in cash, without interest and less any applicable withholding taxes. The depositary for the tender offer has advised that, as of 11:59 p.m., New York City time, on Friday, June 15, 2012, 8,547,944 shares of Imperial Sugar common stock have been tendered and not withdrawn, representing approximately 68.5% of the outstanding shares on a fully-diluted basis, including 807,346 shares tendered through notices of guaranteed delivery. The tender offer, which was previously scheduled to expire at 11:59 p.m., New York City time, on Friday, June 15, 2012, is now scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on Monday, June 18, 2012 to permit delivery of additional shares tendered through notices of guaranteed delivery. All other terms and conditions of the tender offer remain unchanged. If shareholders have any questions or require assistance in tendering please call our Information Agent, MacKenzie Partners, at (800) 322-2885. About Imperial Sugar Imperial Sugar is one of the largest processors and marketers of refined sugar in the United States to food manufacturers, retail grocers and foodservice distributors. The Company markets products nationally under the Imperial ®, Dixie Crystals ®, and Holly ® brands. For more information about Imperial Sugar, visit www.imperialsugar.com. About Louis Dreyfus Commodities LLC Louis Dreyfus Commodities LLC and its subsidiaries have a highly diversified agricultural business in North America and operate in the cotton, grains, oilseeds, sugar, rice, freight, coffee, and juice markets. With approximately 1,650 employees, Louis Dreyfus Commodities LLC's operations include 6 agricultural processing plants and over 30 logistics assets including 5 grains/oilseeds export elevators, 10 interior grains/oilseeds elevators and 20 cotton warehouses.


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MANATEE COUNTY - Two Manatee County teens face charges after they were caught breaking into a school over the weekend.
Manatee County Sheriff's Deputies say the teens were caught trying to steal laptop computers from inside Harllee Middle School on Saturday.
Just after 10 pm on Saturday, a school security guard called to report a burglary in progress. When deputies got there, the teens ages 17 and 14 ran away, but a K-9 deputy tracked them down.
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Blinc Mascara Reviews
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Love At first SwipeThis by far the best mascara i have used in a long time. Love the way it stays put and doesn't smear or smudge half way through the day. I also love how easy it comes off. Definitaly My new FAVORITE Masacara!!! — 5 years, 3 months agoJennalea1 | 1 reviews
Terrible MascaraAnother product I received in the beauty box, this is easily one of the WORST mascaras I've ever used. It did absolutely NOTHING for the length of my lashes. It added no volume. My lashes clumped together, and the formula took a while to dry, so I wound up smudging it. I hated the applicator wand. I hated this mascara so much, I threw it away after a few uses. I'm extremely disappointed in the ent...read moreire beauty box, but this way by far the worst product in it. Considering the price, you'd be better off buying the drugstore version of the "tube" mascara. — 5 years, 3 months agoerinface | 28 reviews
Blinc MascaraI received this in my first beauty sample box. I have very sensitive eyes, so when I tried it, they became a little itchy. My lashes although looked very natural, but I had to remove it and couldn't use it any longer:( I do recommened this mascara to those who do not have sensitive eyes:) — 5 years, 3 months agoLisa0311 | 4 reviews
Not bad but not great eitherI received this sample in the collection box I ordered and decided after three days, that it was just "okay". It went on easily came off easily, and did not irritate my eyes. I tend towards a volumizing mascara, so this did seem to show off the length I already have in my favor, but didn't give me enough "umph" to interest me in ever actully buying it. — 5 years, 3 months agoDawniegyrl | 4 reviews
Blinc MascaraI think these sample kits are worth the money because I find things I LOVE like this mascara..I have tried so many mascaras that lengthen and this is by far the best..It's not that hard to remove if you do the warm water..They slide off..thanks Total Beauty.. — 5 years, 3 months agogingerbr123 | 2 reviews
Blinc MascaraI received this sample in the collection box I ordered. I don't usually wear mascara but I really liked this mascara because it was not heavy and did not clump. It separated each strand and looked natural. It did hoever make my eyes itchy so I don't know if it was a reaction to the product. It did not smudge like other mascaras. I would have liked the product to have been a little bigger of a...read more sample. I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a natural looking eyelash but would not be good for those looking for the more dramatic look. — 5 years, 3 months agoswoogietwo | 10 reviews
Works well!I received this in the beauty box and have used it every day since then. I really like it, but it does smudge on my upper lid when applying. It's not hard to take off; it's just a funny feeling when you see tube looking things coming off. It makes you think your lashes are coming out until you get used to it. I love the length it gives, and that it stays on forever, but it makes my eyelashes kind of itch a little. This and the smudging may keep me from buying the full-size product. — 5 years, 3 months agoanatevka | 5 reviews
Cool but not for me!This was a part of a product kit I purchased..so because it was reccomended! I liked the overall concept..but it does make my eyes water and I had a hard time getting it off! It wears well and would be great for anyone else!! Does stay on well and last literally all day! — 5 years, 3 months agodavia_gorman | 65 reviews
comes off in clumpsProduct says that it won't run, smudge, clump, or flake. This product smudges on my eyelid every time I put it on!! Luckily the product dries within 90 seconds and the mascara on my eyelid comes off easily. This is not a product that you can touch up during the day as the mascara puts little tubes on your eyelashes and once it dries that is it. It stays on all day and it does not run, clump, or fl...read moreake. I have found the product comes off easily in the shower with warm water and soap but it does come off in clumps as it is little tubes coming off your eyelashes. what i really like is that it leaves absolutely no residue behind!!! other mascaras i always have to use makeup remover to remove left over mascara after i wash my face...no so with this mascara. my only complaint is getting it on without smudging it! — 5 years, 3 months agoangelinaa4 | 3 reviews
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Topic: Shortage of CISPLATINUM-Replaced with XELODA (will use w/GEMZAR)
To date, my husband has received only three treatments of CISPLATIN and GEMZAR chemos out of a 6 months chemo treatment plan for cancer recurrence.
Today, we were informed that because there is a shortage of CISPLATIN in our area, and because MEDICARE and the DRUG COMPANY cannot agree on acceptable monies for the product, my husband will no longer be able to get CISPLATIN. He will instead be given XELODA in pill form.
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Skinny jeans are dangerous! For some wearers of especially tight jeans, nerve compression can occur in the thighs, producing a tingling or numbing sensation. This happened to Parmeeta Ghoman, a 28-year-old San Francisco woman who reported a bizarre tingling sensation in her legs after wearing a pair of the too-tight pants. When she stood up, she couldn't feel her legs at all and felt like she was floating. The condition, which can be brought on by pressure, say, from super-tight material wrapping around your thighs, is called meralgia paresthetica, or "tingling thigh syndrome." Wearing high-heels apparently increases the risk of this phenomenon because of how they change your body position.
But don't get your panties in a bundle just yet—the situation is reversible and not serious. All one has to do is (duh) take off the jeans, ditch the heels, and wear looser pants. This should either come as a relief or fashion death sentence, in which case feel free to sport the skinnies at your own risk. [MSNBC]


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About the BFA | Required Courses | How to Apply and Audition
Auditioning for the BFA in Musical Theatre
Admission to Theatre UAB's Bachelor of Fine Arts Program is through competitive audition. Watch this site for announcements of our next round of auditions.
Your audition requires the following:
Advice on Selecting Songs and Monologues
- Find material that you could be cast in today.
- Use material that is within your age range, your vocal range (especially if you're singing), your emotional range, and within the scope of your movement skills.
- Avoid material that requires a dialect.
- See that the material moves to a conclusion. Begin somewhere and go somewhere through the material.
- Use material that focuses on your character.
- Avoid material that you have performed in a complete production.
- Discuss your choice of material with your director, and your other acting teachers.
- Choose material in which you have faith, and as you rehearse allows you to gain confidence.
Advice on Rehearsing Your Material
- Make strong, positive choices aimed at putting your character in charge of the scene.
- Locate and exploit counterpoints and tensions between yourself and the character, tensions within the character, tensions between the character and the dramatic situation.
- Allow time for audience reaction when the character has to make a choice. Share choices with the audience.
- Give movement specificity, dramatic validity, and theatrical finish. Simple but completely realized movements and gestures are the most effective.
- Avoid literal interpretations of the text in movement and gesture.
- Keep body and face forward. Avoid too much profile.
- Maintain vocal control throughout the scene. Don't let emotions drive you beyond vocal expression you can control.
- Imagine the physical space appropriate for your scene; set the boundaries and maintain control of that space during the performance. Movement should develop organically from the material; the connection between the physical action and its emotional source should be strong and clear.
- Clearly specify the ending of the first piece and the start of the next. Do not run the scenes together.
- The confidence, poise, and polish characteristic of outstanding auditions is the result of dedicated, concentrated rehearsal and astute coaching. Ask your acting teachers and your coaches to help you with your audition. Adequate rehearsal is vital.
How to Present Yourself at the Audition
- Wear simple, attractive, comfortable clothes and shoes suited to your movement choices.
- Minimize jewelry.
- Style your hair so that it flatters your face, not hides it.
- Warm up your voice and your body.
- Assess the acoustic qualities of the performance space and make choices regarding how much vocal energy you will need to be heard.
- At the beginning of the audition, state your name, and the titles of the pieces you will perform.
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by Bruce Strand, Sports editor
Elk River freshman athlete Mollie Detloff is capable of performing many spring sports tasks with aplomb.
Currently she is concentrating on throwing events for the track team, and on Tuesday she captured the gold medal in the discus as the Northwest Suburban Conference track meet got under way in Coon Rapids.
Detloff's throw of 127 feet, 6 inches won by about four feet. Senior teammate Nicole Thorndal placed eighth with 106-4.
"I'm pretty pumped up about it," said Detloff, who broke the Elk record two weeks ago with a 132-3 at the true-team subsection.
Detloff's sister Dani, a junior, is an outstanding sprinter, and Mollie is pretty fast herself. As a seventh grader she placed sixth in both the 100 dash and discus at the true-team sectional.
"I do not like running, at all," she grinned when asked about that. "I might get back into it, though. I'm only a freshman now."
Last spring, Detloff added softball and was a starter at catcher on the JV as an eighth-grader while also throwing disc and shot.
"I miss softball. I liked it a lot," said Detloff. "But (two sports) was too much."
Obviously she has good potential in throws, especially the discus.
"She has a good arm whip and is very strong," said Elk discus coach Dave Anderson. "She is naturally gifted in getting a good flight on the discus. Most young kids try to throw it like a pie."
Detloff, who placed fifth last year with 108-6, scratched on three of her six attempts Tuesday. She was in the 123's and 125's on her other good throws.
She said a good throw is all about "getting the right spin, and getting your feet down fast enough."
Finals for the 3200 were held Tuesday along with some field events. Prelims were held for all running and hurdle events. The meet will resume 3 p.m. Thursday.
Elk River also had two placers in the long jump with Logan Daulton fourth with 16 3 3/4 and Kelly Edwards fifth, also with 16 3 3/4. Kelli Loberg was ninth in high jump with 4-8. Rachel Ness, Elk eighth-grader, placed sixth in the 3200 with 11:45.65.
In boys finals Tuesday, the only Elk placer was Michael Graber, Elk senior, who took fourth in the shot put with 48 feet, 1/2 inch. He has gotten 50 feet once this year. That event was won by an Andover athlete, Tom Anderson, with a spectacular 65-4 1/2, less than two inches from the state record.


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|From: Norman Gray (norman at astro.gla.ac.uk)
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racket-users and redland-dev, hello. I'd like to announce an alpha-quality release of a binding of the Redland RDF library into a Racket extension. http://purl.org/nxg/dist/racket-librdf (please quote this URL rather than the one it redirects to). The extension supports a subset of the Redland API, meaning those parts which I wanted to use, and could therefore test. The package should be reasonably portable and reasonably robust, though I haven't had occasion to build it other than on OS X. The documentation is adequate, no more. Comments would be very welcome. Norman -- Norman Gray : http://nxg.me.uk
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Costa Rica was cool in 1999. Now its the most overrun clown show on earth. I have been there 8 times between 1998 and 2008 and I will never go back ever again. If you are thinking of going to Tamarindo or Hermosa then get ready to get real comfortable with 500 of your new best friends every surf. Go down to OSA, its the only uncrowded spot left. Good Luck...your gonna need it
Costa Rica was way cool in 1988... back when you WANTED and NEEDED somebody to paddle out with you in well overhead Hermosa (or even 4 foot anywhere). I can't imagine staying in Jaco Beach again, or even Hermosa since it has changed so much. But there are pearls.


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NASHVILLE: THE WHOLE STORY Special to Air 1/2 on ABC
Relive your favorite moments and get caught up on all the romantic intrigue -- and America's hottest soundtrack -- from the series critics agree is one of the top new shows of the 2012-13 season, on "Nashville: The Whole Story," a special airing WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
"Nashville: The Whole Story" features clips that tell the intersecting tales of music industry greats Rayna James and Juliette Barnes -- one a legend, another on the rise -- as they make their own ways in life, love and in their careers. Rayna's lead guitarist, Deacon, shares a tortured past with her, but has also opened his heart and his arms to Juliette, as Rayna struggles to save her marriage to Teddy, who's running for Mayor. The election pits Teddy against longtime family friend Coleman Carlisle and quickly turns ugly, thanks to the machinations of Rayna's plotting father, Lamar. Meanwhile struggling artist Avery, budding singer/songwriter Scarlett and soulful troubadour Gunnar form a love triangle that produces not only incredible passion and moving and heartfelt music.
"Nashville" stars Connie Britton as Rayna Jaymes, Hayden Panettiere as Juliette Barnes, CLARE BOWEN as Scarlett O'Connor, ERIC CLOSE as Teddy Conrad, Charles Esten as Deacon Claybourne, Jonathan Jackson as Avery Barkley, Sam Palladio as Gunnar Scott, Robert Ray Wisdom as Coleman Carlisle and Powers Boothe as Lamar Wyatt.
"Nashville: The Whole Story" is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1 channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to airdate.
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The body of a man has been found in floodwaters south of Brisbane.
He is the third person killed in Queensland's flood crisis.
Police told AAP his body was found in Oxley Creek about 7am (AEST) on Monday.
He is believed to be a motorcyclist who was swept off the road at Greenbank at Logan on Sunday night.
Witnesses told police the man was riding across a bridge on the Greenbank-Goodna Road around 11pm (AEST) when he and his motorcycle were swept away by floodwaters.
It's believed members of the public attempted to get a rope to the man, but were unsuccessful and he was washed downstream.
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You would think the first game with a new team would be as nerve-wracking as it gets for a starting pitcher in professional baseball.
Not so for Ryan Bollinger, who has started a cool 2-0 with the Winnipeg Goldeyes. But Wednesday's scheduled start in St. Paul will drive his blood pressure up for a couple of reasons.
For one, family and friends will be there. And two, it's against the St. Paul Saints, who he played for earlier this season.
"My parents have only seen me pitch in professional baseball, I want to say, probably two or three times," said Bollinger, who was born in North Dakota but attended high school in Minnesota. "So whenever my dad is there obviously there's a little bit more added pressure. I know he's excited. He can't sit down, it seems like, during the games."
Bollinger, 23, played three seasons in the Chicago White Sox organization at the Rookie and Class A levels before starting this season with the Saints. Later he was dealt to the Trois-Rivières Aigles, where he went 4-7.
The Fish acquired their new 6-6, southpaw weapon on Aug. 15 and so far Bollinger has been successful, going 2-0 in his two starts.
In his debut against the Sioux Falls Canaries nearly two weeks ago, Bollinger told himself he had to win -- that everything had to be working. Well, it definitely was working, as he hurled a solid six innings and struck out eight. Six days later he had his way with the Canaries again.
It's not often a player joins a new team so late in the season, especially a team like the Winnipeg Goldeyes, who have clinched the North Division title and are expecting big things when the playoffs roll around.
Bollinger said he's felt some of the pressure to perform.
"Yeah, a little bit," he said. "Obviously you want to come over and be successful, but mostly it's just continuing what I've been doing for the entire season. Just keep that mindset and come in and do what I can to help out."
The transition has been comfortable for Bollinger, despite being now known as the "new guy." Goldeyes pitching coach Jamie Vermilyea said he's liked what he's seen out of him so far and what he saw when the Fish played against him earlier in the year.
"We saw him earlier in the year with Trois-Rivières, he looked pretty good," Vermilyea said. "I know we got to him a little bit, but he's got good stuff. He's got a lot of movement on his pitches, throws a good two-seam (fastball), throws a changeup off of that, and he's got a slider."
For Vermilyea, the message to his new staff member was simple.
"Try not to do too much," he said. "He's been throwing the ball well so far this year, so he doesn't need to come to our team and try to do anything different or try to strike everybody out, or pitch differently
"I know it's tough joining a team late in the season, but just have confidence in what your game is, know your game and just go out there and compete."
It certainly has been a wild and long season for the new Fish arm, sporting different uniforms at different times here and there. But with the playoffs quickly approaching, Bollinger knows he couldn't have come to a better place to play baseball.
"When our manager over there (in Trois-Rivières), Pete, told me Winnipeg wanted to use me for the playoffs, I was all for it," he said. "I've never won a professional championship, so I guess I'm going to do what I can to help this team win it... I want that championship pretty bad."


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12 Style Mavens Who Made Menswear Hot for Women
Long before fashion powerhouses–including Jil Sander, Dolce & Gabbana and Lanvin–began creating menswear-inspired collections for women, women had been borrowing from men's fashion for ages. TLC, Aaliyah, Janelle Monae and Rihanna have proved over time that in more ways than one anything guys can wear, women can certainly style better and rock harder. Baggy pants, jerseys, timberlands and tuxedos are amongst the fashions some of these women have borrowed from the guys and made it into their own. True to form, the style they donned with a masculine touch became some of their signature looks resonating through fashion, standing the test of time. –Kamille Cooper
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That would be a part of the intestine which is most likely causing the problem,
If the pain is mild, then it may just be a mild infection/ inflammation or even the food disagreeing with you,
However any severe pain needs to be evaluated,
Another issue could be gastritis, since a part of the stomach is at the same place too
A 6-7 pain if persistent certainly requires a medical consultation
Are there any associated symptoms ?
This could certainly be related to a worsening reflux
I would recommend that you get the same evaluated and take specific treatment for the same,
In that case, you need to tell him about this symptom,
In the meantime, try to take some oral antacid if possible
and go to the ER if the symptoms are severe,
Cannot be sure without physically examining you
BUt a severe pain may require medical evaluation
If the pain is not worsening, then sure
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Johannesburg - SA National Defence Force (SANDF) officials implicated in the Guptagate scandal will know their fate by October 29, SA National Defence Union said on Saturday.
"The magistrate has to decide by October 29 if there would be a case to be heard and if so, what the charges are," Sandu national secretary Pikkie Greeff said.
Four members of the SANDF, Colonel Nomsa Khumalo, Lt-Col Christo Van Zyl, Lt-Col Christine Anderson, and Warrant Officer Thabo Ntshisi Ä appeared in the military court, which is located inside the vast Thaba Tshwane military base in Pretoria and were charged with contravening different sections of the military defence code (MDC).
The charges relate to the landing of a private aircraft at the Waterkloof Air Force Base.
A chartered commercial aircraft, Jet Airways flight JAI 9900 from India, ferrying more than 200 guests for the wedding of Vega Gupta, 23, and Indian-born Aakash Jahajgarhia, landed at the base in April.
The passengers were then transported, either by light aircraft, helicopter or in police-escorted vehicles, to attend the lavish ceremony at Sun City's Palace of the Lost City in North West.
The landing sparked widespread criticism and several investigations were launched. A government investigation exonerated President Jacob Zuma and his ministers, and found that the landing was the result of "collusion by officials".
Greeff explained the issue of the sworn affidavit that was leaked to the media. He said the filed affidavit would have nothing to do with prosecution should the case be heard.
"If there is a prosecution, the state would have to lead fresh evidence and not what was used during the inquiry," he said.
Greeff said the State would also have serious problems in prosecuting the officials if Bruce Koloane was not called to testify.
Koloane was fingered as the person who orchestrated the landing and was subsequently demoted and served with a warning.
In her affidavit during the tribunal, Anderson, the woman accused in the government task team's report of colluding with Koloane to authorise the landing, said she was told by Koloane that Zuma had been aware of the plan and had personally enquired about progress before the wedding.
The statement was however refuted by the presidency on Thursday and called hearsay.
"While it would not be appropriate to discuss matters that are being addressed at the tribunal, we wish to state categorically that there is no truth to the allegation," Presidency spokesman Mac Maharaj said.
Greeff said he did not understand why Maharaj was being defensive.
"He wants the affidavit refuted, he can simply call a commission and call Anderson and Koloane to testify," he said.
Agang SA applauded Anderson "for her courage in exposing the big man of South African politics as having leaned on her and her colleagues to throw away the rule book for the benefit of his friends."
Public servants should not be used as scapegoats to absolve the politicians their abuse of power, Agang SA political director Moeketsi Mosola said in a statement.
"Not only did the actions of the commander in chief of our nation's armed forces, abuse his office and compromise our state security and sovereignty to indulge his friends, but he made our glorious young nation the laughing stock of other nations," he said.


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The School Reform Commission repeatedly overlooks communities opinions. They make decisions in spite of you instead of with you. September 22 the community turned out and together we began a process of engaging thousands of Philadelphians in the creation of our community driven plan for good schools.
But in order to create this community plan, we need your input.
We are having 3 town hall meetings where you can share your thoughts on what works in schools and what should be included in this plan.
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Bradd wrote: >> I only wish that more people saw the wisdom in having separate, >> explicit constructs for ordered evaluation, unordered (but >> non-concurrent) evaluation, and potentially-concurrent evaluation. Bill Richter wrote: > Brad & Anton, I think I figured it out: you're good C++ programmers, > and willing to live with something MF won't: unenforceable contracts. I'd phrase that differently. Programmers make design decisions that compilers can't enforce (because they're undecidable, or they require domain knowledge). Still, I like the ability to encode those decisions in software. Comments get stale, but code doesn't, so a reviewer or a maintainer can always trust that a coded contract reflects the intent of the programmer. Also, in some cases, programmer assertions can enable optimizations that the compiler couldn't possibly decide on its own. > Seems I've read MF complaining about C++ stuff that sounds good, but > the compiler doesn't enforce it. Classes maybe. You declare things > to be "private", but you can "peek" if you want. Eh? You can't peek inside a class unless you break the rules of C++ or play tricks with raw memory access. It's really no different from "peeking" inside a Scheme abstract data type implemented with lists and vectors: You can use a lower-level interface to break the high-level abstraction. > Am I warm? Sort of, but you're coming at it from the wrong direction. > Maybe unordered-let and unordered-evaluation would be good design, > that programmers would use when they thought order didn't matter. > Good code annotation, as Anton says. Right. The programmer can make assertions that a compiler can't easily infer, which allows code reviewers, maintainers, and optimizers to do their jobs more easily. > But I think MF would insist that Mzscheme does *not* have these > unordered constructions until Mzscheme is smart enough to enforce it. > And statically, that's never, right? I don't know for certain. Possibly. I don't really care, though, so long as Scheme gives me the constructs I want to express my design decisions. > But Robbie's contracts.ss is enforceable, right? If you declare a > Robbie contract, and then break it, won't DrScheme flag that? I don't know enough about them to say. -- Bradd W. Szonye http://www.szonye.com/bradd
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Steelers notebook: Miller sees majority of snaps in his return
• Tight endHeath Miller played 39 of a possible 66 snaps in his first game since tearing two knee ligaments and injuring a third Dec. 23. He caught three passes. "Obviously I wasn't in good enough shape to play every snap," Miller said. "So were able to kind of platoon it a little bit." Coach Mike Tomlin wasn't happy with his offensive line, mixing in Kelvin Beachum for 16 plays, but LT Mike Adams missed only three snaps and RT Marcus Gilbert 13, according to Pro Football Focus. Tomlin said, "We're going to turn the stones over in an effort to find a winning formula."
• This is a rare 0-3 start by the Steelers, but it's not close to the worst in their history. They went 0-10 in 1944, dropped their first seven in 1941 and their first six in 1939 and 1968. "We won't fold," wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery said. "We're not a folding-type group. We're going to keep grinding. We're going to get this turned around." The last time the Steelers were 0-3, in 2000, they won nine of their final 13, then went 13-3 in 2001.
• After scoring each of their first two touchdowns in the no-huddle offense, the Steelers made scant use of it Sunday. "Coach(Todd) Haley or whatever coach felt like we were moving the ball with the regular offense, so we just stayed out of it," Ben Roethlisberger said. Roethlisberger threw for 406 yards, the fourth-most of his career, but the Steelers are winless the last six times he's thrown for 300 yards-plus.
• The Steelers have committed nine turnovers in three games, but that's hardly a team record; they had 16 through three games in 1941 and 1961 and 15 in 1958. Their turnover differential over the last two seasons is minus-19 (39 turnovers, 20 forced turnovers).
• OLB LaMarr Woodley picked up his second sack of the season, giving him 54 and moving him into fifth place in team history.Greg Lloyd had 53 1⁄2. Sacks didn't become an official statistic until 1982.
• Woodley played 60 of 63 possible snaps, while rookieJarvis Jones played 40 andJason Worilds played 26. On offense, rookie WR Markus Wheaton still didn't get on the field much, playing eight snaps; slot receiver Jerricho Cotchery played 33. With Miller back, David Paulson played only 13 snaps at tight end after being on the field for all but two of 58 snaps in Cincinnati.
• The Steelers have allowed four rushing touchdowns, nearly half of the nine they gave up all last season.
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Many times, a criminal charge can cause damage to a person's reputation, their educational potential, and the future career prospects. A football player from the University of North Carolina was arrested Sunday for allegedly assaulting another person. According to reports, the man punched another person in the face in front of police, and was then chased and arrested. He is facing felony assault charges among other misdemeanors.
As a result of the arrest, the man has been suspended from the football team for an unknown period of time. It is unclear whether he will face punishment from the university outside of the football program, but many universities are now adhering to strict conduct policies. An assault allegation of a young adult could drastically hurt their reputation and career.
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Lakewood High to be named an "A" school
Lakewood High School has never received an "A" since Florida started assigning grades to its campuses in the late 90s. That's about to change, Lakewood's principal said Wednesday.
Bob Vicari said he had received Lakewood's preliminary score and seen that it was an "A," receiving applause at the monthly meeting of the Concerned Citizens for Quality Education for Black Students.
"It's the first time we've ever had it so it's a good, solid thing," Vicari said.
The school had been working hard to get students to graduate, calling homes, making sure absent and tardy students had a way to get to school, he said.
Lakewood has been a "B" for two years, after earning a "C" in 2010 and "D"s for the five previous years.
Nine Pinellas high schools received "A" grades last year: Boca Ciega, Countryside, Largo, Osceola Fundamental, Pinellas Park, St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor University and East Lake.


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Qatar Petroleum has reached an agreement with Chevron Morocco Exploration Ltd, a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation, to acquire a 30 percent participating interest from Chevron's 75 percent share in three deepwater offshore leases located in Morocco.
Under the agreement, which was approved by the Moroccan government, Chevron will retain a 45 percent interest in, and remains the operator of, the leases and Morocco's Office National Des Hydrocarbures Et Des Mines will continue to hold its 25 percent interest. The three offshore areas are Cap Rhir Deep, Cap Cantin Deep and Cap Walidia Deep.
Commenting on the deal, Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, president and CEO of Qatar Petroleum, said in a company statement:
"[This is] an important step towards building a mutually beneficial relationship with Chevron with particular emphasis on international upstream activities.
"It is no coincidence that Qatar Petroleum's international presence is now extended to Morocco, a country which Qatar enjoys special relations with."
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First Army Division West is known as the training machine, and for good reason.
Every year Division West observer controller/trainers in eight brigades train about 40,000 soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines for overseas contingency missions.
It takes a lot of time, energy and dedication to train all those service members, but, even more important, it takes highly professional and well-trained cadre.
Last month, a Division West soldier earned the highest possible distinction in the third class to graduate the Fort Hood Air Assault School.
"I'm really proud about being the honor graduate of the air assault school," said Staff Sgt. Ambrose Moriba, a trainer with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 395th Armor Regiment, 479th Field Artillery Brigade. "I put a lot of work into it, and it paid off."
Moriba is the second Division West soldier to be an honor graduate of the Fort Hood Air Assault School. In fact, Moriba and Capt. Bryan Peterson, who was the distinguished honor graduate of the Fort Hood Air Assault School's class in July, are both members of the 479th Field Artillery Brigade.
"Excellence is contagious," said the division's Command Sgt. Major Ronald Orosz. "If you go out and set the example, and show your soldiers that you're out there working hard, they will work hard right along with you."
Moriba is one of nearly 850 trainers assigned to Division West's headquarters and its eight brigades. His mission at Fort Hood focuses on training service members on convoy operations and mounted live fire exercises.
Training hard helps, but following the instructions of others really helped in achieving this goal for the team, Moriba said.
"Before I went to the class, I had a friend that had already been telling me what to look for, and we prepared as a team," Moriba said. "I think my achievement will give my team the zeal and enthusiasm to go to the course themselves."
Moriba, a native of Sierra Leone, Africa, has served in the U.S. Army for more than 10 years and deployed three times.
He feels proud to train soldiers for his division and share his knowledge.
"I've already been where they're going and done what they are going to do," Moriba said. "Seeing them train hard gives me the courage to be able to tell them what to look for on their deployment so they will make it home alive."
As do the hundreds of his fellow Division West trainers, Moriba uses his knowledge and know-how for the betterment of fellow service members.
"They come (to Division West) with a wealth of experience because they came from down range, from either Iraq, Afghanistan or some other overseas assignment," Orosz said. "They bring those skills to the table to train our soldiers."
Division West is fortunate to have so many quality noncommissioned officers and officers on the team, Creed said.
"The quality of our trainers plays a huge role in both the competence and confidence of the units they train," Creed said. "Units who have a positive experience with outstanding observer controller/trainers have a lot more confidence that the standards they are taught are correct and in their ability to deploy in harm's way without undue risk."
Success in combat is a direct result of pride in training and doing your best for the good of your family and friends back home, Moriba said.
"I joined the Army after the Sept. 11 incident," Moriba said. "It gave me the pride to join up, so that I could defend this great nation of ours."


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Saturday, 6 November 2010
Danger in Hatfield
And then I met Emma Silverpebble, and she's not only become a treasured friend, she's also introduced me to a whole new world. I've talked about the art clay, and the silver chain before, but recently she took me to a gem show in Hatfield and introduced me to semi precious stones and now I fear I'm lost forever.
The sparkle from these babies is like nothing else. Even in dim winter light they glow and flash. By firelight they are stunning.
These tiny mulberry pendants are made from 2.5 mm rhodolite faceted rondelles (I originally thought they were rhodonite but now I think I misheard), 30 per drop, stitched with the narrowest bead needles I could find. Paired with freshwater pearls, I've hardly taken these off since I finished them.
I'm thinking I need to find an outlet for these - I am quite addicted to making them, and everyone I've shown them too in real life seems to like them as much as I do. What do you think (she asked, trembling slightly).
Just wait till I show you the labradorite ...
There's another gem show coming up at the end of the month. Heaven help me.
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they look fabulous! I had no idea there was such a thing as a gem show, have fun.ReplyDelete
ooh yes do sell them, they are stunning and we all love a bit of glitter :-) Where is this gem show? My little boy loves all things gem like (and so do I :-)).ReplyDelete
Doh, just read it is in Hatfield! Can you tell I am sleep deprived lol.ReplyDelete
Amazing - an online emporium is beckoning - it's easy, just do it, Val!ReplyDelete
Oh those are stunning! You clever, clever Missus DC. I anticipate the labradorite w bated breath.ReplyDelete
They certainly look amazing. So pretty. I am fortunate enough to have won a necklace from Emma made especially for me and I love it. Good Luck for the future, I can see you doing great things.ReplyDelete
I feel faint...
Beautiful! Go for it, Val!ReplyDelete
Oh, beautiful, beautiful! Love them. Yes. Do it!ReplyDelete
They're gorgeous! You should absolutely make some to sell!!ReplyDelete
Fabulous, Val! Like the most stunning, glittery berries! Can't wait to see some more!ReplyDelete
Lovely! I enjoy jewelry that looks like tiny edible glowing fruit! Magical- like something from a fairytale :)ReplyDelete
They are beautiful...and I say go for it if only just to fund your gem habit! I have much admiration for those that make they're own jewelry - its such a fiddly business, you need the patience of saint and the fingers of a fairy!ReplyDelete
That metal clay stuff is on my wish list.ReplyDelete
Those mulberry pendants look goegeous, but I'm the wrong person to ask. I see loads of jewellery that I think is beautiful, but when it comes down to it I never wear it. Same goes with dresses, skirts and make up - I'm pretty much a failure at being a girl...
Cooo - very festive looking baubles. Imagine those with a black velvet LBD!ReplyDelete
Like the USP of using your bead work skills combined with the silver and pearls.
I'm sure you'll get orders and I'm sure you'll be popping back to the gem fair.
o wow they are a-maz-ing - i think they would definitely sell, what a gorgeous present!ReplyDelete
These are tactile and absolutely exquisite. I wanted them as soon as I saw them. You KNOW how much I adore these.ReplyDelete
What about etsy?
I meant what I said - please can I order a necklace with two on?
I could buy from you, I really would. They are stunningReplyDelete
Follow your heart. If this makes you happy, then do it without expectaion and enjoy the process.ReplyDelete
Oh, just get on with it, woman. No more trembling.ReplyDelete
They are like ripe juicy raspberries. Welcome to the world of buying lots of gems and beads.ReplyDelete
My debit card is at the ready.ReplyDelete
Wow! They are fab! I used to go to the gem show at Hatfield too, though I've not been for a few years. I used to be very into crystals and their healing properties. I have a lot of rose quartz, but labradorite is one of my favourites too.ReplyDelete
You've been hiding your light under a bushel again Val - these are exquisite! Makes me want to go out and get my ears pierced - if you start selling them then I will have to!ReplyDelete
Ooooh, they're BEAUTIFUL!!! I love the way they sparkle in the light. I love raspberries so I'm thinking red ones would be perfect too!ReplyDelete
Gorgeous. AxReplyDelete
just divine xReplyDelete
These are lovely, I especially like the purple ones. My colour.ReplyDelete
I'm enjoying reading your posts - hope you enjoyed the gem show :)ReplyDelete
Oh those earrings are fabulous! I can just imagine them sparkling in the firelight. You might just convince me to get my ears pierced...!ReplyDelete
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Oh now I see maybe I could go with Julie!ReplyDelete
And you should definitely open a shop. No need to tremble :)
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Deliciously GORGEOUS jewelry you've made Dotty! I know the feeling... once I started tinkering with jewelry making and using precious stones, gems and pearls, I was hooked--and haven't given up since... LOL! Can't wait to see what you've done with labradorite...*swoon*... Those rhodolite earrings are such fun! Happy Days :o) ((HUGS))ReplyDelete
Oh my......loving the depth and richness of colour, I'm making up a beading box for my teenage daughter for Christmas, I shall have to show her your blog.ReplyDelete
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They're beautiful! I think they look a little like raspberries... raspberries are good :)ReplyDelete
They look amazing. I'm sure you wouldn't find it too hard to find an outlet for them.ReplyDelete
Ooh yes Val, you really really must sell them. Having just read Ali's post, how about approaching your local National Trust property/shop?ReplyDelete
Your earings and pendant are stunning - like delicate little blackberries :o)
I normally lurk on your blog but coming out of hiding to say please do sell them. I have been to a few gem fairs and my ex used to make earrings for me with what I brought home. Now my 11 year old is getting into it. Yours are just the sort of thing I'd buy. They look lovely.ReplyDelete
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The Tea Party's 'War on Competence and Professionalism'
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Frank Rich on the "Useful Idiots" of the GOP
"By latching on to O'Donnell's growing presence, the Rove-Boehner-McConnell establishment can claim it represents struggling middle-class Tea Partiers rather than Wall Street potentates and corporate titans. O'Donnell's value is the same as that other useful idiot, Michael Steele, who remains at the Republican National Committee only because he can wave the banner of 'diversity' over a virtually all-white party that alternately demonizes African-Americans, Latinos, gays and Muslims." - From Frank Rich's column of October 3.
The Tea Party's "War on Competence and Professionalism"
"I want to go back to the Michael Castle-Christine O'Donnell difference, which is Michael Castle was a professional, not even a politician. He was a professional legislator. He was a serious guy. He thought about this stuff a lot. You may think he's right or wrong. But it also strikes me that there's a kind of war on competence and professionalism going on here. And these insurgent candidates, one of the biggest things they have to advertise is, they've never done it before." - Times Magazine contributor James Traub on the October 7 edition of the CNN talk show "Parker-Spitzer."
Adam Nagourney Reliably Purveys Democratic Campaign Points
"The episode has proved a distracting embarrassment that has raised questions about Ms. Whitman's credibility and has threatened to derail a key element of any strategy to win election in a largely Democratic state: appealing to Latino voters. As she has sought to explain what happened, Ms. Whitman said she had fired the housekeeper on the spot, even as she described the maid as a close part of her family, and seemed undisturbed by the idea that her onetime friend and employee might be deported." - Reporter Adam Nagourney on a trumped-up Democratic controversy involving Republican candidate Meg Whitman's housekeeper, October 2.
Psst, Hey I.R.S! Check Out These Secretive Republican Groups!
"Nevertheless, several Republican-leaning nonprofit advocacy organizations, in particular, have begun over the last month to be more aggressive in their approach, explicitly asking for voters to cast their ballots for or against candidates. It remains to be seen whether the I.R.S. or the elections commission will scrutinize their actions more closely." - Michael Luo, October 8.
If Only We'd Heeded the Nonpartisan Warnings of Obama the Wise
"In January, during his first State of the Union address, President Obama predicted that a U.S. Supreme Court decision would 'open the floodgates' of money into campaigns. He warned against elections that are 'bankrolled' by powerful interests. Now that flood of cash has arrived, mostly into new organizations that are working on behalf of Mr. Obama's adversaries and are not required to disclose their donors. The money is helping Republican candidates take advantage of a wave of anger and dissatisfaction across the country." - Michael Shear's October 7 post on the paper's political blog "The Caucus."
A Tale of Two Controversial Candidates
"A Florida Lawmaker Not Known for Subtlety, and Proud of It." - October 6 headline over a story by inflammatory Democrat Rep. Alan Grayson.
"Paladino, Angry Crusader Against Albany, Has Aides With Tainted Pasts." - September 29 headline over a story about controversial Republican gubernatorial candidate of New York State.
Palin Flubs Still a Source of Knee-Jerk Mirth
"Was it a Sarah Palin moment? Christine O'Donnell, the Republican Senate candidate in Delaware, stumbled during the debate tonight when asked for a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that she disagreed with. 'I know that there are a lot,' she said. But she couldn't come up with one, evoking memories of Katie Couric's 2008 interview with Ms. Palin when she could not identify newspapers or magazines that she read." - From the top of Michael Shear's October 13 posting on the paper's political blog "The Caucus."
Republican Toomey "Glad to Stoke the Fury" of Ignorant G.O.P. Voters
"The voters of Pennsylvania are angry at Washington. And Pat Toomey, the Republican nominee for United States Senate, is glad to stoke the fury....Some of his assertions are fair. Some are a stretch but defensible. Others are false, like Mr. Toomey's claim that a recent law passed by Congress to aid small businesses would have the federal government buy a stake in local banks. The bill would channel government-backed loans through the banks. Details, however, are beside the point. Anger is defining this race." - David Herszenhorn, October 11.
Krugman on the "Seriously Strange People" of the Tea Party
"There are some seriously strange people running, thanks to the Tea Party....It's not just suspicion of government. We have people out there believing that this basically centrist moderate President we have is a socialist bringing Sharia law to America. None of that is rational." -
Columnist Paul Krugman on the October 10 edition of ABC's This Week.