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The annual Intersport Spring Festival returns to St. Anton am Arlberg April 9-11, bringing ski races and shows to the region.
The popular festival sees professional skiers and snowboarders battling it out on the mountain as part of the Austrian Ski Instructor and Figure 8 Ski Championships; the Big Air contest; a freeride competition; a giant slalom; and the demo championships.
Further highlights of the festival features a 'beach' on Rendl Mountain and a giant living room created in the snow.
St. Anton celebrates the end of the season with the legendary White Rush ski race April 24. Skiers, snowboarders, and telemarkers hurl themselves down Valuga (2650m) to chase each other down the challenging nine-kilometre-long slope.
The Arlberg region of Austria has an excellent snow record with a century long reputation for offering skiing from late November right through to early May. The area always starts and ends the ski season with discounted rates on lift tickets with Snow crystal weeks.
Arlberg offers a total of 85 state-of-the-art cable cars and lifts and 440 kilometres of terrain for all levels, including steep challenging slopes, snowboard fun parks, carving areas, racing circuits, and numerous mountain huts.


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Vail Condos - Reservation Policies
Reservation Deposit
When you reserve with Vail Spa Condominiums, 25% of the total stay cost is due at the time of booking. Vail Spa shall hold all advance deposits in a non-segregated escrow account and shall not be required to pay interest on any returned funds.
Balance Due
Balance of total stay cost is due 14 days prior to arrival for summer bookings, 30 days prior to arrival for ski season bookings, or by October15 for holiday bookings. At this time all monies are nonrefundable.
Cancellation Policy
5% of the total reservation cost (or a minimum of $100.00) will be charged on cancellations made more than 30 days prior to arrival during ski season, and 14 days prior to arrival during the summer. Cancellations made less than 30 days prior to arrival during ski season and less than 14 days prior to arrival in the summer, will be charged the total stay cost. For holiday bookings, 5% of the total reservation cost (or a minimum of $100.00) will be charged on cancellations made prior to October 15, and the total stay cost charged on cancellations made after October 15.
Guarantee Policy
Vail Spa Condominiums is unable to guarantee specific condominiums. We will do our best to meet your requests as noted on your confirmation. Vail Spa Condominiums will not refund money due to requests not being met.
Extra Person Charge
$25 per person per night will be charged for any persons 12 and older over the maximum occupancy of the condominium (4 in a Two Bedroom, 6 in a Three Bedroom, 8 in a Four Bedroom).
Children Stay Free
Children 12 and under stay free when accompanied by parents/adults and using existing bedding.
All rates are subject to state and local taxes and resort fee.
Check in/Check out
Check-in time: 5:00 P.M. Check-out time: 10:00 A.M.
Rates and dates are subject to change without notice.
No pets allowed at the Vail Spa Condominiums.
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Longueval-Barbonval Vacation Packages
Paris, the national capital, is roughly 70 miles (113 kilometers) to the southwest of Longueval-Barbonval.
It's hardly surprising Longueval-Barbonval is such a hotspot for travelers; Picardy is home to a treasure-trove of wonderful sights and attractions. If you have a vehicle, drop in on Laon, which is approximately 14 miles (23 kilometers) from Longueval-Barbonval. In Laon, you can check out the Notre-Dame de Laon and Musee de Laon. If you feel like even more, travel to Soissons and see the Abbaye de St-Jean-des-Vignes and Soissons Cathedral. Soissons is 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Longueval-Barbonval.
Reims, is another good spot to discover. It is around 18 miles (29 kilometers) from Longueval-Barbonval and offers a wide range of tourist attractions, such as Hotel Le Vergeur Museum, Tau Palace and Patte d'Oie Park. Automobile Museum, Mars Gate and St. Remi Basilica are some of the other interesting sights in Reims that should be high on every visitor's list.
Visitors looking for spots to learn more about local spiritual beliefs, will enjoy the chance to visit the area's cathedrals.
This region features a range of gentle activities. Why not spend some time bird watching or cycling and feel your stresses melt away.
You'll hate to bid "Au revoir / À bientôt" (farewell) to this magnetic area.


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The basic spirit behind the best charity in religion is that man must share what God has given to him. Thus charity is also a means of giving justice to the fellow human beings and to serve God as all people are the children of God.At Pennies for Heroes we wish we could help all of them, but we seek those extra difficult circumstances where heartache and tragedy are of the most severe and the families left behind are in the most need. These families who have sacrificed everything, deserve a little sacrifice from each of us.
It's a question that most privileged Westerners ask themselves from time to time - usually when disaster strikes or the plight of impoverished people is brought to our attention. Whether that be through a successful advertising campaign or the world news, if the difficulties or poverty that others experience play on your conscience, the question 'what can I do to help?' can be a common one.Yes, we can through best charity.At Pennies for Heroes we wish we could help all of them, Families of law enforcement officers and fire fighters, who fight the war on our streets, struggle to make ends meet after their loved one is killed or injured. In the United States alone, hundreds of fire fighters and police officers are killed in action every year, leaving behind suffering loved ones.


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The Sacramento Kings have fired coach Paul Westphal after two-plus seasons and a 2-5 start so far.
President of basketball operations Geoff Petrie made the announcement ahead of the team's home game against Milwaukee on Thursday night. Assistant coach Keith Smart, let go by the Golden State Warriors after one season, will serve as head coach against the Bucks.
Petrie says "the overall performance level of the team has not approached what we felt was reasonable to expect."


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TEL AVIV (Jan. 14)
The Israel Defense Force, reportedly acting on intelligence estimates that war in the Persian Gulf is now inevitable, is on the highest level of preparedness short of combat.
Israel's possible participation or involvement in a war with Iraq remains uncertain. Israel is not part of the U.S.-led coalition committed to force Iraq from Kuwait.
But the Jewish state has come under repeated threats from Saddam Hussein, echoed only last week by Foreign Minister Tariq Aziz, that it will be the first target of Iraqi missiles if Baghdad is attacked by American forces and their allies.
The IDF says it is ready for any eventuality. The air force was put on maximum alert in preparation for the expiration of the U.N. deadline for an Iraqi pullout from Kuwait, which is at 7 a.m. Israel time Wednesday.
New, sophisticated weapons that arrived in Israel recently have been integrated into the armed forces.
There seems little likelihood at the present juncture that Israel will be involved in a land war employing infantry, artillery and armor, unless Iraqi ground forces decide to plunge across Jordan, which separates the Israeli and Iraqi borders by 300 miles.
Military sources reported the Jordanian army is making no attempt to conceal what seem to be defensive measures near the Jordan River border with Israel.
The Allenby Bridge, the main crossing between Jordan and Israel, was reported jammed with Palestinians returning to the West Bank and Gaza Strip after being evacuated from Iraq and Kuwait.
Many were quoted as saying Israel and the administered territories seemed safer than Jordan under the present circumstances.
While Israel has agreed not to launch a preemptive attack on Iraq, there is no certainty the Iraqis will not strike pre-emptively at Israel.
Hospitals and clinics have completed preparations to handle civilian casualties and other emergencies.
A full-dress drill was conducted Monday at Ichilov Hospital, one of Tel Aviv's largest medical facilities. It involved the reception and treatment of poison gas victims, including decontamination and polaroid photography of the victims to facilitate identification by relatives.
The Health Ministry assured the public Monday that emergency stocks of medicine are on hand. People were urged not to overstock on pharmaceuticals.
Schools have prepared their air raid shelters and sealed off about a third of their classrooms against gas attacks.
The schools will remain open until a general emergency is declared, at which time people will be required to carry their gas masks at all times.
Air raid shelters which remain locked to prevent misuse in normal times have been opened.
Israeli radio and television have prepared to pre-empt regular broadcasts to relay a constant flow of instructions and information to the public in case of emergency.
In Jerusalem, an estimated 20,000 Orthodox Jews, convinced that prayer can avert evil, massed at the Western Wall on Monday reciting psalms and slichot prayers of repentance to prevent war.
The special prayer session was organized by the Chief Rabbinate and the Agudat Yisrael party's Council of Sages.
The Ashkenazic chief rabbi of Israel, Avraham Shapira, was present with Yitzhak Kolitz and Yisrael Lau, the chief rabbis of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, respectively.
They were joined by the Hasidic rebbe of Belz, Yissachar Dov Rokeach, and Moshe Yehoshua Hager, the Hasidic rebbe of Vishnitz, who is chairman of the Chief Rabbinate Council.
Many of the worshippers were fasting. Tears flowed copiously as the cantor recited psalms traditionally said during times of tribulation.
They ended with the Avinu Malkeinu prayer and blasts from dozens of shofars.
The only strictly Orthodox faction to remain aloof was Degel HaTorah. Its newspaper, Yated Ne'eman, urged tighter ritual observance. It claimed that only if Jews stopped watching television, listening to radio and reading secular newspapers could they invoke divine mercy on Israel.
Meanwhile, Lubavitcher Hasidim handed out leaflets proclaiming Israel to be the safest place in the world, particularly for Jews.
The Lubavitcher rebbe, head of the worldwide Chabad movement, told a group of prominent American Jews who had been considering canceling a scheduled visit to Israel that "the Holy Land is the safest place on Earth."
The rebbe, Menachem Schneerson, who lives in Brooklyn, urged them not only to continue with their plans but to publicize their trip.
Also present at the Western Wall were activists of the late Rabbi Meir Kahane's anti-Arab Kach movement, who handed out flyers demanding that Israel immediately attack Iraq.
Israeli Arab leaders petitioned the leaders of Israel, the United States and Iraq on Monday to make every effort to avoid war. The petition was signed by most of the Israeli Arab political organizations.
They also demanded an international conference to discuss the Palestinian issue but did not link it to Iraq's withdrawal from Kuwait.
In the administered territories Monday, leaflets were circulated urging Palestinians to attack Israeli targets in the event a war breaks out in the Gulf.
Security sources were especially concerned that the Palestine Liberation Organization and the fundamentalist Islamic Jihad would launch terrorist attacks in Israel proper.
There was panic Monday in Acre, a mixed Jewish-Arab city on Haifa Bay, when a faulty air raid siren began to wail. Many residents donned gas masks and were rushing to shelters before police convinced them it was a false alarm.


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Endorse Jewish Agency for Palestine at Sessions (Jewish ##)
The eighteenth annual convention of the Associated Y. M. and Y. W. H. A's of New England was concluded with the election of George E. Gordon of Chelsea as president.
Among the resolutions adopted was an endorsement of the Jewish Agency. Appreciation was expressed for the assistance rendered in New England by the Jewish Welfare Board. The convention also voted to call a convention of boys and girls clubs in Jewish community centers throughout New England and to take steps toward the establishment of a million dollar Jewish Center and Y building in Boston. The Convention also voted to introduce secretaries in the various districts to assist the New England field secretary of the Jewish Welfare Board.
The speakers who addressed the various sessions included Governor Ralph Brewster of the State of Maine, Dr. Augustus O. Thomas, Commissioner of Education of Maine, Henry F. Merrill, president of the state Y. M. C. A. Albert Hurwitz, retiring president of the Associated Y. M. and Y. W. H. A's of New England, Dr. Maurice B. Hexter, executive director of the Boston Federated Jewish Charities.
Other officers include: Vice-presidents, Louis M. Sagal, New Haven, Isaac Kibrick, Brockton, Max Kabatznick, West End; Mrs. Jessie Finberg, Providence, Mrs. Eva Olim Goldberg, Boston, Secretary, Arthur Kornstein, Woonsocket, treasurer, Eli A. Cohen, Lynn and Benjamin Rabinowitz, field secretary, Jewish Welfare Board.


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Against The Grain All Funked Up Wild Series - T. Rex Arcana & Inner Sacrum Cans
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Here's another new can coming from Against The Grain Brewery in Louisville, KY. This beer is part of the All Funked Up Wild Series and it will be named T. Rex Arcana. This limited release is a Belgian-style imperial stout finished with brettanomyces and packaged in 16oz cans. Look for T. Rex Arcana to hit 10.8%-AbV and stay tuned for release details. We also have Inner Sactum and it is a Belgian-style ale fermented with brettanomyces (8.7%-AbV).


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FROZEN wastelands, cosy cottages, virgin forest, reindeer herders and viking lore - Sweden has all this, and mad style too.
-- Swedish style
In some ways, visiting Sweden feels like walking right into a fashion or home-decor magazine. There are no boring outfits on the streets of Stockholm, and the care with which houses, cottages, cafes and public spaces are decorated and kept up throughout the country is truly inspiring.
But Swedish style is never too showy; form and function are tightly linked in this society known for valuing moderation, practicality, order, simple lines and clever designs.
-- Landscape
Truth be told, the best thing about Sweden is its natural beauty. But to really appreciate this country's charms, you have to leave the city behind. Whether that means sailing across an archipelago to visit an island or two or trekking along a kingly trail through the northern wilderness just depends on your preferences why not try both?
Hiking, camping, cycling, skiing, boating, fishing and foraging for mushrooms and berries are all major Swedish pastimes, and it's easy to get in on the action from just about any place in the country.
-- The Sami
The northern part of Sweden is home to the indigenous Sami people, whose traditionally nomadic lifestyle is built around reindeer herding. Sami culture, including handicraft, homes and villages, methods of transport and style of cooking, is one of the many things a visitor can become immersed in while spending time in Lappland.
Don't miss the chance to learn about this unique group of people: spend a night or two in a Sami reindeer camp or take a dog-sledding tour. If you're on a more limited schedule, have a meal in a Sami restaurant or pick up some hand-made Sami woodwork or leather goods to take home as souvenirs.
-- Vikings and history
Ancient rune stones poke up out of the grass in parks all over Sweden; huge stone ship settings and unobtrusive burial mounds are almost as common. Walled medieval cities and seaside fortresses are regular stops on the travellers' circuit. Viking ruins and the stories surrounding them are very much a part of the modern Swedish landscape, and it's easy to feel as if you're walking through history. In fact, you are.
-- Top experiences
Stockholm's good looks and mad style could almost be intimidating. But this city is an accessible beauty, as easy to explore as it is rewarding.
Its layout, spread across 14 islands connected by 57 bridges, sounds complicated but it is compact and easily walkable. Each neighbourhood has a distinct character, yet they're close enough together that you can spend time in several of them on a day.
The old town, Gamla Stan, is one of Europe's most arresting historic hubs: a concoction of storybook buildings, imposing palaces and razor-thin cobblestone streets.
Meanwhile, just a few metres from this time capsule, the modern city centre shines like a fashion magazine come to life. Downtown is a catwalk, showroom and test kitchen all in one. Everything here is the very latest thing.
And it's all surrounded by pristine forests and an archipelago. What's not to love?
- Hiking
Particularly in the northern reaches, Sweden has some absolutely gorgeous hiking trails, most of which are well maintained and supplied with conveniently located mountain huts along the way.
The season is relatively short, but it's worth a bit of extra planning to get out into the wilderness. Good places to venture out to include Kungsleden and Padjelantaleden trails, Sarek National Park and Tyresta National Park, just southeast of Stockholm.
The best hiking time is between late June and mid-September, when trails are mostly snow-free.
After early August the mosquitoes have gone.
- Medieval cities
The port town of Visby is medieval eye candy and enough in itself to warrant a trip to Gotland. Inside its thick city walls await twisting cobbled streets, fairytale wooden cottages, evocative ruins and steep hills with impromptu Baltic views. The city wall, with its 40-plus towers and the spectacular church ruins within, attest to the town's former Hanseatic glories.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Visby swarms with holidaymakers in summer, and from mid-June to mid-August cars are banned in the old town. For many, the highlight of the season is the costumes, performances, crafts, markets and re-enactments of Medeltidsveckan (Medieval Week; medeltidsveckan.com), held during the first or second week of August. Finding accommodation during this time is almost impossible unless you've booked ahead.
- Local cuisine
Traditionally, basic Swedish cuisine is a humble, healthy enterprise based around fish, potatoes and preserved meat.
But in recent years the country's top chefs have pushed the boundaries so that alongside classic everyday dishes such as fried herring or meatballs, or even more exotic northern fare such as arctic char or reindeer with wild berries, you'll also find innovative, experimental dishes that are fiercely global in influence and ambition. Dining out in Sweden can be an experience on a par with some of the best food cities in Europe.
- Goteborg
The edgy alter ego to Stockholm's confident polish, Sweden's "second city" of Goteborg is a city of contrasts, with slick museums, raw industrial landscapes, pleasant parks, can-do designers and cutting-edge food.
Try shrimp and fish straight off the boat or at one of the city's five Michelin-rated restaurants. There's the thrill-packed chaos of Sweden's largest theme park, the cultured quiet of its many museums, and you can't leave without window-shopping in Haga and Linne
- Kingdom of Crystal
With its hypnotic glass-blowing workshops, the "Kingdom of Crystal" (glasriket.se) is Sweden's third-biggest drawcard after Stockholm and Goteborg. There are at least 11 glass factories, most with long histories: Kosta, for example, was founded in 1742.
The glassworks have similar opening hours, usually 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday and noon to 4pm Sunday. Expert glass designers produce some extraordinary avant-garde pieces, often with a good dollop of Swedish wit involved.
This is an edited extract from Lonely Planet Sweden (5th Edition) by Becky Ohlsen et al. Lonely Planet 2012. Published this month. RRP: $36.99, lonelyplanet.com
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Every type of food that Louisiana is known for has a festival somewhere to celebrate it. Here's a festival that celebrates the Sweet Dough Pie. If you're not from Louisiana, you may be asking, "What is a sweet dough pie?" It is a delicious pie made in the shape of a turnover, having a sweet crust filled with various fillings such as fig, sweet potato, lemon, peach, blackberry, to name a few. Miss Emma Lou from Catahoula, Louisiana says that the pie is a Good Friday tradition that goes back at least as far as her grandmother's day. It is a favorite treat in Cajun country at any time of the year and is sold at most festivals in Louisiana.
The 3rd Annual Sweet Dough Pie Festival will take place in Grand Coteau, Louisiana on Saturday, October 25, 2014. The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm on the grounds of St. Charles Catholic Church. The event will celebrate the unique culture and history of Grand Coteau and will include a sweet dough pie contest, guest speakers, arts and crafts vendors, free guided tours of St. Charles Church and cemetery, Schools of the Sacred Heart, St. Ignatius School, food from local restaurants and live music.
There are several bed and breakfasts located in that part of Cajun Country where the festival is held. View our map to find their locations: https://www.louisianabandb.com/cajun-country


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This article was published 20/6/2014 (1158 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
CALGARY — It comes as absolutely no surprise to anyone the federal government approved construction of the contentious Northern Gateway pipeline, a vessel that would carry Alberta's bitumen to hungry Asian markets.
These are the federal Conservatives, after all, who enjoy enduring popular support in Alberta and Saskatchewan, where healthy resource industries have almost single-handedly kept the national economy afloat while central Canadian manufacturing swoons.
Even so, approval was no cake-walk; it comes with a mind-boggling 209 conditions which, taken collectively, will make this the most regulated, environmentally sensitive and safest industrial project ever undertaken in this country.
Now things get interesting. Because we are about to find out whether a massive capital project — one that is arguably vital to the long-term economic health of the country, that has been poked and prodded and turned inside out, that has won the carefully considered stamp of approval from the independent regulator — can be forced on a city and province that have said they don't want it.
Think this approval was a whitewash? Let's consider a few of the facts behind the decision.
On the question of whether the people of B.C. were consulted, there have been 17,000 encounters with stakeholders and aboriginal groups, more than 400 community presentations; 80 open houses; 15 rounds of community advisory board meetings and more. Pipeline proponent Enbridge has committed to maintaining the engagement post-approval and will liaise constantly on environmental management and emergency preparedness.
On the regulator, the independent joint review panel reviewed 175,000 pages of evidence; heard from 80 expert witnesses and 1,100 Canadians. There were 180 days of hearings in 21 communities, resulting in the 209 conditions.
On environmental concerns, Northern Gateway has added $500 million in safety enhancements, including 20 per cent thicker steel for the pipe, additional isolation valves, and 24/7 staffing of remote pump stations. Nearly three-quarters of the pipeline's route is on previously disturbed land. In terms of habitat, Northern Gateway will restore four hectares of caribou habitat for every hectare disturbed. Enbridge has committed to leaving habitat better than the way it found it. And, for the first time in Canadian history, the scope was increased to encompass marine transportation and includes mitigation measures to minimize the impact on marine mammals.
There is more, much more, to what Enbridge has committed to do. And, if you want to accuse anyone of being disingenuous, how about the B.C. government, whose "five conditions" for approval have effectively been met, but it is still unsatisfied.
Nope, logic would tell you that this project has been examined like nothing in history. Will there be some disruption? Yes, there will. But B.C., the majority of the aboriginal communities, and the country will be better off with the pipeline than without. Those are the words of the regulator, not just me.
And yet the resistance is stiffened. Why? Because this isn't really about the pipeline at all. It's about what the pipeline would carry — bitumen from Alberta's "dirty" oilsands.
As Erin Flanagan, of the Pembina Institute, said in a statement condemning the approval: "Approving pipeline infrastructure that incents further oilsands expansion is not in the public interest in the absence of credible regulations to curb the growth of carbon pollution from the sector."
Couldn't be clearer — the opposition wants to stop Northern Gateway because it's a way to slow down the oilsands, not because the aboriginal communities don't all agree with it or because Kitimat, B.C., is worried about tankers in Douglas Channel. Those are mere sidebars to the main story.
Which explains why Enbridge could promise a new Eden, gilded with community and social benefits that would reshape the economy of central B.C. — wait! Isn't that what it did? — and still it wouldn't be enough to convince the anti-oilsands warriors to lay down their arms.
And so, we're headed to the courts. And the blockades. The next couple of years will be a powerful test of wills.
Doug Firby is editor-in-chief and national affairs columnist for Troy Media.


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Published: Friday, January 17, 2014 at 6:01 a.m.
Last Modified: Friday, January 17, 2014 at 5:48 p.m.
Coming off a humbling 4-8 season, Florida's dysfunctional offense isn't the only aspect of the Gators' game that needs to be fixed. So do some aspects of special teams.
While most of the blame for last fall's disaster has fallen on the massive number of injuries and an inept offense, the almost stunning lack of production on the usually reliable UF special teams also contributed to the program's first losing season since 1979.
While new offensive coordinator Kurt Roper has stepped into the more high-profile job of fixing the Florida offense, the task of rejuvenating the special teams belongs to 29-year-old Coleman Hutzler, the Gators' new special teams coordinator and outside linebackers coach.
"Coleman Hutzler is a guy that was with our staff the first year (2011), understands and knows our special teams system, how we teach it, our teaching progression," UF coach Will Muschamp said. "He'll implement it very well.
"He did a fantastic job of improving New Mexico's special teams units. Our units have been outstanding as far as the coverage aspects and the return aspects, but we certainly struggled this past year with our specialists and I think he can help us some there."
Hutzler, who spent the past two seasons at New Mexico in the same dual role, inherits Florida special teams units that were, well, not up to UF's high standards in 2013.
Three different kickers made only 12 of 22 field goal attempts, including a 4-for-12 effort by Austin Hardin, and punter Kyle Christy, a Ray Guy Award finalist in 2012, opened the season in a mysterious slump that led to him getting benched midway through the year.
Also, the Gators blocked only one kick (a punt against Miami) after blocking six the previous season, and had only one touchdown in the return game (a kickoff by Solomon Patton against Missouri).
So, like Roper, Hutzler has some work to do, especially with the kickers — Christy and Hardin, in particular.
"We need to rebuild some confidence, obviously," Hutzler said. "That's in my message to the guys throughout these meetings that I've had with them. We need to get back to work, get things cleaned up and get our confidence back."
Hutzler said he's already had a chance to talk with Christy about his plight last season and how he can bounce back. Christy lost his job to true freshman Johnny Townsend after the sixth game of the season.
"We talked about just being consistent in what got him to the level that he had (in 2012), getting back to that work ethic, getting back that confidence," Hutzler said. "For whatever reason, he got away from those things.
"We have to get him back to that level and compete with Johnny Townsend."
Confidence and technique also were an issue with Hardin last season. His longest field goal was only 33 yards and he was 0-for-6 from 40 yards or longer. The other kickers, Brad Phillips and Frankie Velez, combined to make eight out of 10, but UF had only one field goal of 40 yards or longer.
It was quite a step down from Caleb Sturgis.
"Those guys need to have confidence in their ability and go out and put it on the field," Hutzler said. "All you can go off of is the numbers from last year. Obviously, they were not the standard we expect. It starts with rebuilding confidence and working your butt off.
"Austin's confidence obviously needs rebuilding. The first thing I said to him was, 'I wasn't here (in 2013), I can't speak on what you went through.' But the bottom line is he's back and ready to work and excited about the opportunity to go out and make it right."
Hutzler is familiar with a number of UF's special teams players (and the Gators special teams schemes), having been on the UF staff in 2010-11 and working closely with then-special teams coordinator D.J. Durkin in an off-the-field capacity.
Now, he's the hands-on guy for the special teams.
"I had two great years (at New Mexico) where I was able to get on the field and work with the players and be able to run everything. It was valuable experience," Hutzler said. "I'm excited to get back here and do the same.
"The support of Coach Muschamp is great. At some places, they talk about (special teams) being important but don't necessarily practice it or appreciate it. Special teams obviously had had a great role in the success of this program. We look to continue that."
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- How old Jim Brickman was when he started playing the piano: 8
- How many of his 32 albums have been certified gold: four
- Number of Top 40 singles that have landed on the Adult Contemporary charts: 27
- If the number of Grammy nominations he's earned were in human form, they'd be: twins
- Artists he's collaborated with: Michael W. Smith, Lady Antebellum, Olivia Newton-John
- How the New York Times described his live performance from My Romance: An Evening with Jim Brickman: "luxuriant compositions and sensitive vocals"
- What he secretly wishes his fans would call him: The Brick Man
- Where you may have heard some of his compositions: on Sesame Street and in commercials for Gap, Kellogg's, and Isuzu
- Romantic songs you may hear at his concert: "Valentine," "If You Believe," "Love Of My Life"


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The AvVantage electronic flight bag (EFB) from Spirent Systems recently completed a series of flight evaluations by Embraer in an ERJ-145 regional jet. Flown from São José dos Campos Airport in Brazil, the compact handheld computer was used to view approach charts, operations manuals, MEL, flight plans and notams. Embraer pilot Heliano Cabral said the Spirent EFB performed "exceptionally well" during the flights. "Our pilots were pleased with the unit's ease of operation and readability during actual flight conditions. The resolution is good, switching from chart to chart is simple and the scrolling of charts by touchscreen is very handy," he said. Five pilots flew six evaluation flights over the course of six days. On two occasions, said Cabral, just before starting the approach the crew was instructed to change runways. With two touches on the AvVantage screen, he said, the new approach plate was available for viewing. The AvVantage line of EFBs, said Spirent, is available with 8.4-in. and 10.4-in. liquid crystal displays and includes an internal hard drive capable of storing several binders worth of Jeppesen approach charts.
Embraer Evaluates Spirent Handheld PC Aboard ERJ-145
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Sunday, August 07, 2005
Home Depot, among other things.
Saturday began with the most dreaded "house stuff" of all... Home Depot. Kashif nor I are one of those people who drool at the sight of tools or see in Home Depot the wonderous possibilities of re-tiling, re-carpeting and re-painting. Yes, we go for those very purposes, but we don't have the glow in our eyes or the hop-skip in our gait as many of the hardware and crown molding enthusiasts we see walking through the aisles. For me the worst part of Home Depot is its putrid Home-Depot-Trademark-Smell...not to mention the bare floor...the flouresecent lights hanging from the tin ceiling... the lack of anyone there to help you because unlike the rest of the population skipping giddily down the aisles buying paint thinners and paint sponges, we have no idea and WE NEED HELP...
Then there was the matter of the cracked rear view mirror. As mentioned in the previous post, my car's rear view mirror inexplicably shattered so naturally needed replacing. After three auto part stores not carrying our model, we ended up in the"Pull-A-Part" junk yard. I've never been in a car junkyard so I didn't know what to expect, but I certainly did not expect to feel what I felt.... Picture it: Silence. The ear deafening sort.... cars propped up on makeshift stands in endless rows leading down a gravel hill for two miles as far as one can see. I don't think it was just Kashif and I who felt like we were in car graveyard because although many people walked around, peeking into cars, inspecting bumpers, they were all exceptionally quiet and almost somber as they yanked off parts and unscrewed headlights. I remember when I was 10 we sold our 12 year old tan Velori for about $200. It wasn't really hard to let it go but I clearly remember a few months later as we took an alternate route home my brother and I glanced out the window and saw a large field and in it's center, laying on its side, our tan velori crushed neatly in half. We were so sad we couldn't eat...The Velori that took my mother to the hospital and from it with newborns... the car we spent innumerable Sundays having soap fights around.... It seemed tragic for anything, even a piece of machinery, that spent its life providing safety and transportation to find such a lonely end.
but as not to end on such a.... (sad?) note... the rest of the weekend has been great... we had a lovely dinner at cheesecake factory on Friday with some friends (If you have dinner there make sure to order the santa fe chicken salad... it's unbeatable for taste and calories).... and after a very busy summer of visiting people and places, it was really nice to have down time.. just hanging out... watching rentals and eating popcorn. It's a wonderful, quiet sort of joy :).
14 comments:
- Sobia said...
enjoyed your entry..wow, your'e a great writer. :) I'll be back again!
- 2:30 PM, August 07, 2005
- Aisha said...
Thank you Sobia! :)...I'm very flattered as your own site is a very interesting read!
- 1:03 AM, August 08, 2005
Check out a Muslim woman's pregnancy blog, something a little different!
- 7:16 AM, August 08, 2005
- Ben Adams said...
i love the smell of home depot :(
- 1:37 PM, August 08, 2005
I agree, Home Depot rocks!
- 4:16 PM, August 08, 2005
- ASH said...
The only thing more tragic than the car graveyard is when you go to one to see your car for the last time after it's been totaled after a massive car accident. I owned my last car for 12 years, I loved it....and seeing it's broken and twisted visage was very sad. But the good thing is I survived the accident.
- 5:27 PM, August 08, 2005
- Aisha said...
:( I remember you loved that car.. what a sad trip to the junkyard... but alhamdullilah you came out of it okay.
- 5:42 PM, August 08, 2005
- Ali said...
Seems like you write a diary - only for the entire world. I'm surprised you don't like Home Depot, those guys try to market their store as 'something for everyone' although I rarely find anything that appeals to me.
The smell, I argue, is really great. It's the best in the paint section - I walk around there until I get an awful headache!
- 12:11 AM, August 09, 2005
- say what? said...
yep .. its sometimes nice to idle away ...
frees the mind ..
- 12:51 AM, August 09, 2005
- Ali said...
Aisha! Thanks for the ideas about my blogs title - I'll consider them for now and then see what I think fits.
- 1:08 AM, August 09, 2005
home deopt is off the chain
- 7:06 PM, August 09, 2005
- Jane said...
I'm one of those people who really likes the Home Depot. Of course my best friend works there as a kitchen designer so I am a bit biased. And I love doing projects around the house...but I live in a very old home that needs a lot of work so I had better like home improvement stores.
- 12:29 AM, August 10, 2005
- mystic-soul said...
Interesting blog !!
- 4:06 PM, August 12, 2005
- Aisha said...
Thanks :)
- 10:52 PM, August 12, 2005


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At an early age, most are taught that success equals happiness, but in the end, what is success? Money? Adoration? Love?
Aside from the few hopeless romantics, success is power. With power, you get the money, you get the fans, you can even get the girl – but most importantly, power gives you the green-light to do whatever you want, or so it would seem. The struggle for power is a central theme in our world, so it makes sense that it's also a central theme in Hollywood…and not just behind the scenes. In fact, two of today's most popular shows, HBO's Game of Thrones and Netflix's House of Cards, are so strongly grounded in this theme that I would venture to declare that the ultimate geek's wet dream that is Thrones and the heartless ego-fest that is Cards are essentially the same thrillingly addictive show.
House of Cards is a remake of a U.K. show based on a book of the same name by Michael Dobbs. The hour-long drama follows one man's rise to power in present day Washington DC. After watching even just one episode, or simply listening to a few minutes of Kevin Spacey's voice-over, it is entirely clear that the lead character is obsessed with power. The core of the show follows the various tactics that Spacey's character, Francis Underwood, and those in his inner circle (his wife, his mistress, his former protege, his present protege) use in the pursuit of this insatiable endgame.
Similarly, Game of Thrones is an hour-long drama based on a book of the same name by George R. R. Martin. Set in a mythical ancient world, the show follows the simultaneous stories of various "houses" in their rise to power. From those who feel power is rightfully theirs (due to their royal bloodline) to those who feel their wealth and wits gives them the right to rule, each schemes and manipulates in their crusade for the throne.
Now, some might argue that one basic difference is that Cards follows one lead character in one city, where as Thrones follows the story of multiple characters spread across the globe. However, I would argue that the supposed secondary characters in Cards, all chess pieces in Francis' game, are crucial to the plot and are therefore equal players.
Furthermore, each of these additional characters enter the story with their own agenda – each uses Francis just as much as he uses them, and all are equally on a similar quest for…you guessed it, POWER (just like Thrones!). With regards to Cards taking place in one city, I would actually argue that although the majority of characters represented reside in a similar area, each come from backgrounds as diverse as the characters in Thrones.
Now on to the most fascinating part of each of these shows: the characters. Some we love, some we love to hate, some we'd love to love. I would say that the U.S. President in Cards is presented as a powerless pawn, identical to Thrones' King Joffrey. Sure, each might have powerful titles and a large audience at their disposal to pad their egos whenever needed; however, deep down, neither are in control of their own fate.
Then, to the royal beyatches – Thrones' Queen Cersei Lannister and Cards' Claire Underwood – both extremely unhappy individuals who use their family's clout to gain a false sense of power, both insecure underneath their tough exteriors and extremely reliant on the men in their lives.
Next, the tie for this generation's Samantha Micelli (who didn't want her in the 80s…am I right?!) – Thrones' Daenerys Targaryen and Cards' Zoe Barnes. Although neither is viewed with much respect at the start, both exemplify the strong, independent women that Cersei and Claire strive to be. While both require external assistance in their rise (Daenerys is given the gift of dragon's eggs, while Zoe is given the gift of insider info – and I would argue that insider information is the equivalent to the power of three dragons by your side when it comes to DC politics), both combine this aid with their sexuality, strong guttural instincts and surprising loyalty to become self-made successes. Plus, both have the cojones to stomp on anyone who crosses them.
True, Thrones is gruesome with its castrations and red weddings, but it's set in a different time where violence is, shall we say, a bit more socially acceptable. In modern day society, its intriguingly considered more socially acceptable to do a smear-campaign and destroy another's career, family and life, rather than a public beheading, but in many ways, they serve the same purpose. Both shows present backstabbing at its worst: do not forget that Cards' Francis Underwood also commits murder while climbing his ladder to power… he simply does it in a more cowardly way. So yes, the battles presented in Cards are fought with words instead of swords, but in both, regardless of physical strength, the best chess player wins.
And now to one of the only glaringly apparent differences between these two Emmy-nominated masterpieces – the lack of "good guys" in Cards. The Stark clan is all over Thrones, flaunting their morality at every turn. They seem to be only fighting for power in order to "keep it out of the hands of the bad guys." However, I would argue that power went to the head of Thrones' young stud, Robb, and ultimately brought about his end.
More importantly though, Thrones is based on a fictional time of sorcery and dragons where the good guy could truly have a heart of gold. Some may say that is simply not how the "real world" works, but being the ultimate idealist, I remind you that Thrones is entering into its fourth season, whereas Cards is only entering its second; therefore, I believe there's still hope for a Stark or two, with genuine intentions, to pop up in DC when Cards season 2 premieres this Friday. CHECKMATE.
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Whole-Wheat Pasta with Vegetables and Lemon
Whole-wheat pasta, such as this shell-shaped chiocciole, is a high-fiber pick. Here, it's combined with other Italian ingredients (arugula and ricotta salata), plus Japanese edamame, to yield a multitude of tastes, textures, and nutrients.
- Servings: 6
Photography: Ellie Miller
Source: Martha Stewart Living, June 2005
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 10 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 pound whole-wheat shell-shaped pasta (such as chiocciole)
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- Finely grated zest of lemon, plus 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 lemon total)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
- 2 cups baby arugula (about 1 ounce)
- 6 ounces yellow grape tomatoes (or other baby tomatoes), halved (about 1 cup)
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated ricotta salata
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- Freshly ground pepper
Cook edamame and asparagus in boiling water until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta; cook until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid; set aside.
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add wine; bring mixture to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add lemon juice, edamame, asparagus, pasta, and 1 cup reserved liquid; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Toss well. Add arugula and tomatoes; toss. Top with ricotta salata and chives. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with lemon zest and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and season with pepper.


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A new report published by the Arizona Department of Transportation's Research Center titled "Land Use and Traffic Congestion," found that residents of some higher-density neighborhoods in the Phoenix metropolitan area drive substantially less than similar residents who live in lower-density and automobile-dependent suburban neighborhoods.
The study found that roadways in more compact, mixed and multimodal communities tend to be less congested. This is due to fewer vehicle trips, particularly for local errands, more travel by walking or the use of public transit, and because the more connected street networks offer more route options, so traffic is less concentrated on a few urban arterials.
ADOT's report finds that compact, mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly development has significant transportation benefits for communities. And since most land use decisions happen at the local level.
ADOT's entire report on land use and traffic congestion is available at http://www.azdot.gov/TPD/ATRC/publications/project_reports/PDF/AZ618.pdf.


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Worldwide Campaign to stop the Abuse and Torture of Mind Control/DEWs
I have some solid evidence of my previous Psychotronic Beam Drawings, search Larry Whitsitt Drawings Psychotronic Beams 2003.
I am now 65 years of age, and still battling to be free of psychotronic electro-neuro mind control, despite
the national radio coverage lyrics, and Americans Show pre 1st episode airing my name about 4 times "Whitsitt", and my full name in the first song of the episode.
Here is solid Bible Evidence that I am dependable of the drawings of truth.
"How God Originated the ... Systems of things, Discovery " by Larry Lee Whitsitt
The Bible in Hebrew 11:3 NWT states, "By Faith we perceive that the systems of things were put in order
by Gods word, so that what is seen has come into existence from things that are not visible".
The "...systems of things" of my origin or discovery would be the Alphabet, Roman Numerals. Numbers
System, Dominos, Saviours, EUCLID, IXOYE, JESUS, GOD, Hectaerir wife of Hectar God, HECTAR,
EXODUS, X()P, ET, ETERNAL, MILLION, PPM, PPMb, 12 Trillion, 12, 8, OCEONIC, EUROPA, Africa,
BC, BCe, and the 3 pyramids of Health of Giza in the same positioning as the phytonutrient pattern of light,
are all part. Light patterns were first, naming things were after.
My origination of the above is that all are phytonutrient (plant nutrient) patterns of light of the
Spirit or God and Light. My method of discovery, of seeing things too small to be seen by a human or invisible "is that the phytonutrient light pattern is relayed to the human body" enabling the human to see ...things that are not visible. Phytonutrient patterns of light, after consuming an herb or food mix, shows in vision in moments of being relayed to the human body of light pattern sequences of different variations as time passes.
Generally, all people would not be aware to see or be visible unless the person knew it was there
or someone taught the person how to see it, and in that circumstance a very rare instance in time of those fortunate enough to see while alive "of which time could pass possibly thousands
of years before seeing again."
I was able to follow through healing with herbs, food, and supplements, of an unknown health problem,
with Applied Kinsiology of the Ancient Chinese over 5,000 years ago of a woman Chinese God leading
me back to a book, enabling me to continue in the future down the "OLD PATH".
I am using this for evidence for legal purposes and is solid evidence to the Bible Hebrew 11:3 NWT.
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Part II "Human Body Voltage Discovery ... Systems of things, of God of Hebrew 11:3 of the Bible"
Light patterns of Voltage were first, of God, naming was after of the human body electrical symbols,
and of higher light patterns of voltage symbols, as things progressed, were adopted for the multi-meter.
On the inside of the elbows, big toes, forehead, and inside side of wrist, are human body voltage symbols with the numbers for voltage believe in micro-volts (not instrument light patterns on body) or
satellite cybernetic cyborg patterns of instruments on the body.
I discovered when I couldn't find the micro- volts symbol on the computer, so I checked to see
with the ...systems of things, of God method described, as like with a phytonutrient pattern of light.
The toe was -=V250 in micro volts, inside elbow =V200, side of wrist =V150. The blue 2" pscyhotronic beam would be =V250 in the head entering at cortex of hair (swirl in hair area). There was an instrument pattern of light at =V200 in the head with an ohms symbol as part. Readings can be =V200 on toe, inside elbow, fluctuate different day =V200 to =V250 micro volts. This would be the area to prove, I believe,
measuring at the cortex of hair just off the head in a suspended blue light beam with an instrument in
=V believe micro volts.
Use human body subconscious "nodding test" to prove ...systems of things writings of God. Ask your human body subconscious if it is true (keeping in mind to nod yes or no while asking). Phytonutrient patterns of light and voltage patterns of light separate test.
...systems of things, of God of the Bible Hebrew 11:3 NWT
Reason for ... so that what is seen has come into existence from things that are not visible.
Too small for the human to see directly, having to be relayed by the body.
Of things you are not aware of, having no way to know something is there in the invisible to begin with,
and would never be a way to think to look, except through space and time a rare instance.
...the systems of things of God of the Bible Hebrew 11:3 NWT were Gods way for everyone to be educated, and literate, using the alphabet, numbers system, and Roman Numerals, which are ...systems of things of God.
...systems of things of God of the Bible Hebrew 11:3 NWT of a new discovery of pi (math) of the invisible having to be relayed by the body to the living human of phytonutrient patterns of light. A rectangle phytonutrient pattern of light, with a circle light pattern within, and slightly over the top line of a rectangle is part of pi. This is where the symbol pi came from to compute the radius, diameter, circumferance, and area, of a circle. There are pi associated letters and numbers in chains the same back to the ancients, and to support as evidence of truth of psychotronic (electro-neuro mind control) beams.
In an herb and food mix I have the phytonutrient pattern of a Globe with a pi symbol almost as big.
The next sequence of phytonutrient pattern ...systems of things, of God of the Bible Hebrew 11:3
was 1000 piEternal
The phytonutrient pattern of light "giddiup" additional to previous ...systems of things, of God of the Bible Hebrew 11:3 NWT
giddiup is a healthful mix of food and drink coming up in ...what is not visible like Euclid, IXOYE, Jesus,
Osmium, etc.
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The beginning of my journeys - Hanoi, Vietnam
First stop Capital city Hanoi, Vietnam
We arrived into Hanoi airport tired and in need of a shower after a 20 hour or so flight from Manchester to Hanoi, Vietnam. Our journey to the hotel was our first experience of the crazy roads and wild drivers. There is no order to the roads, people drive in whatever direction they wish and as fast as they like. On one of the biggest roads there was motorbikes driving up the wrong side, completely insane. Drivers beep constantly to let you know that they are there, busy, noisy and dangerous is the way to describe it. Crossing the road on foot is another thing altogether. The trick we soon learned was to walk slowly and let the thousands of motorbikes, with children, animals and baskets of food hanging off them, to move around you, because under no circumstance will they stop for you. It sounds terrible if you are reading this, but we quickly got used to it, and we became top enjoy the hussle and bussle of the city. On the second day we arrived at Hanoi backpackers, absolutely brilliant. This was more like it. Young travelers, and great location as we soon learned. 17th this was my birthday and we did it Vietnamese style. Cup cake with a candle, a nice big sing song, tasty food and beer. Next day slightly hungover. But your not allowed to be hungover in Vietnam so off we went to tour Hanoi. This is the day i realized i had been eaten alive by mosquito's, not fun and very very itchy.
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I have noticed a huge difference in form field size between IE and Firefox. Since there's nothing specific about the form design other than it is a scrolling page. How do I make the form fields appear the same length in both IE and Firefox.
The page to reference is www.keenwebdesign.com/marineforlife/gen_contactus.html
I don't see how having a class stops the overflow box from scrolling? Just use a class that's not the same as the box holding the form??But I wouldn't put a class on every input anyway, becuase I'm lazy. I'd let IE6 users get whatever freaky width their browser wants to use (because frankly the goal is to let them use the form, but unless the client says it MUST also be pretty for them, leave them) and use attribute selectors.
.formfield input[type=text] { width: whatever;}
This will hit everyone but IE6. IE6 will just have default widths on the inputs, but they would all be the same width (it would be consistent within that browser).
I agree with your tables and div's mixing statement, but that is the client's requirement, not mine.
The client requests tables? If they're determining markup like that, why aren't they writing it themselves? (unless they have a CMS that inputs tables so they have to stick with tables?)
I agree with your tables and div's mixing statement, but that is the client's requirement, not mine. Additionally, since the page is based on a 'scroll method, the change to a class="formfield" statement breaks the scrolling capability. Any other options I can try?
Remove the size attribute and give them a width in CSS.
width: 200px;
<form action="" >
<input type="text" name="name" id="name" class="formfield">
By the way, it is not good practice to mix up divs with tables like you have in your form


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Our application is very mature and quite scalable. It is the compilation of 25 years of requests from hundreds of clients. Every time we write new software for the latest operating systems, we build the same functionality as the previous version all the while integrating new features that utilize the latest hardware advancements. We are very excited about the Android operating system because of the rapid technology advancements that seem to evolve on a near monthly basis. Here are some of the benefits of Clancy Systems providing your staff with Android smartphones:
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We have chosen T-Mobile to be our carrier of choice. Thorough research has shown us that they have the largest 4G high-speed network in the nation. Although T-Mobile is not the largest carrier by subscribers, we have yet to find a city that does not have extensive 4G coverage. The difference between 4G and 3G is amazing, our upload and download speeds are about ten times faster on the 4G network. We are currently in the process of phasing out our Windows Mobile based application running on the 3G network and switching our existing client base to the new Android based 4G network.Hardware and Software Overview


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Aqua Jetpack Fails To Start Television Morning Show On The Right Foot [VIDEO]
I have been watching this video clip all weekend long!!! When a morning show in San Diego "throws" to a field reporter to kickoff the show, I'm quiet certain they had no idea that the show would start off with such a failure. What happens when the reporter asks the pilot of the Aqua Jetpack to start the show? Let's say this, turn up your PC speakers.Just as the pilot is ready for his big Television moment, something seems to go terribly wrong. Not only is the outcome of the clip EPIC, so too is the scream from the reporter. While I may seek out one of these jetpacks while on vacation, I hope that this doesn't happen!!!
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Minorsville (GNIS FID: 498423) is a populated place located in Scott County at latitude 38.33 and longitude -84.704.
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So I moved my office this morning into my bath, specifically the tub. My wife walked in and asked me what the (explicative) I was doing? I had forgotten the tub was just cleaned this week and she had not had a chance to use it yet.
The kids just went back to school this week and I forgot she was looking forward to a nice relaxing bath this weekend, but too bad, because genius cannot wait. I mean, if Warren Buffett can make a billion dollars from being in the tub it has to be worth a thought. Ben Franklin used to start off his days with an "air bath," so there has to be something to this, and thanks to Ben I don't even need water! That made my life insurance company happy to hear as well, due to all the electronics surrounding the tub.
But back to Mr. Buffett and his investment in Bank of America (BAC) this morning. First, a hat tip to Mr. Buffett as it permitted me to make some quick adjustments and catch some profits on bank buys over the last two days. Still, what investors have to remember is what is good for Mr. Buffett is meant to be good Mr. Buffett. He's not interested in saving all the banks or backing equities. He is interested in his book and his bottom line. Look at the deal Sir Warren received versus what the pre-market buyers of BAC got.
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) gets $5 billion in preferred stock paying it 6% per annum in quarterly installments. Who cares about what the common does as long as the 6% rolls in? Furthermore, BAC can buy it back, but at a 5% premium. Hey, BRK.B says go ahead and buy it back next week!
And that's not all. Johnny, tell them about Mr. Buffett's consolation prizes. Hardly any consolation here, but BRK.B holds warrants to buy 700 million shares at $7.14 per share.
Alright it is $7.14 and a bunch of more numbers in the decimal places, but an exercise of these shares is equal to $5 billion. Maybe I'm wrong here, but wasn't the $40 billion to $50 billion mark an area mentioned as a need for BAC? A need they denied. So BRK.B spends $5 billion to get $5 billion worth of leverage on BAC while being paid 6% and BAC makes a big dent in the potential capital that they may need, but say they don't.
Even better, it may not be called front running, but Buffett and BRK.B know that as soon as this hits the public radar, the stock is going to shoot higher. In fact, the warrants were up more than $1 billion at one point this morning. Invest $5 billion at 6% and see 20% return within minutes? We'd all take that.
Considering the warrants can be exercised at any time over the next 10 years, I would have been hedging off quite a bit this morning. Unfortunately, the intrinsic gain on the warrants has faded to a paltry $448 millino as BAC fades a bit. But don't shed a tear. I'm sure everyone will get by.
I don't think this marks a bottom in the banks. It may help BAC get back up to resistance at $9.50 by the end of the year, but it does little to solve the European situation, add jobs (employment, not Steve), or do much with the domestic mortgage mess outside of BAC. Furthermore, it undermines the integrity of BAC's management stating they did not need capital when it has become clear they just lined up a $50 billion "line of credit" that isn't even guarantee if the dirty stuff starts hitting the fan. Take the trade. Book the profit and wait for more data before chasing banks again.


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A ring can be something as simple as an accessory, or as meaningful as a symbol of friendship or love. We take great care in constructing every ring ordered, no matter what its purpose. At Classic Titanium, every ring is made by hand from start to finish from aircraft grade titanium. We DO NOT use ANY computerized machinery in our studio. As a result, every ring will be hand crafted exclusively for you.
Here at Classic Titanium, we hand craft titanium rings, titanium wedding bands, titanium promise rings and titanium engagement rings. We only use the finest materials, including aircraft grade titanium, sterling silver, platinum, 18k gold and rose gold. We offer stone settings in most of our designs as well. We will happily make a custom ring for you too! Just send us a message and we can work with you to make your idea a reality. We also offer free inside engraving on all of our rings.
100% Handmade Titanium Rings.
A ring can be something as simple as an accessory, or as meaningful as a symbol of friendship or love. We take great care in constructing every ring ordered, no matter what its purpose. At Classic Titanium, every ring is made by hand from start to finish from aircraft grade titanium. We DO NOT use ANY computerized machinery in our studio. As a result, every ring will be hand crafted exclusively for you.
Here at Classic Titanium, we hand craft titanium rings, titanium wedding bands, titanium promise rings and titanium engagement rings. We only use the finest materials, including aircraft grade titanium, sterling silver, platinum, 18k gold and rose gold. We offer stone settings in most of our designs as well. We will happily make a custom ring for you too! Just send us a message and we can work with you to make your idea a reality. We also offer free inside engraving on all of our rings.
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Shane on Aug 16, 2017
Great customer service. They even contacted me to confirm my ring size and recommended sending a free sizer out. Took only a couple extra days to get it and I'm glad I waited as my ring size had changed a bit. These rings do fit a lot flatter than my previous ring which is nice because it doesn't get scratched up like before. Overall I couldn't ask for a better transaction and end product, thanks again for all the hard work!
Craftin' Titanium Rings Since 2002
Classic Titanium is just the two of us, we are Cubby and Fox. We have been creating handmade titanium jewelry together for well over a decade. We have enjoyed working and being with each other so much, we went ahead and got married. Cubby is the craftsman in the team. He has been a working artist since college. There he obtained two degrees, one in Fine Arts and one in Anthropology. Though his degree in Anthropology never helped him become the next Indiana Jones like he had hoped, he has been able to utilize the Fine Arts degree quite well. He was an avid painter and designer for many years after graduation. He moved to L.A. and New York to work and learn and eventually found his niche in titanium. He has been making titanium jewelry since 2002, and he is pretty darn good at it.
The other half of the team is Fox, (Which I am sure by now you have deduced is the person writing this little bio. So, I suppose I can switch to first person...) I am the computer/tech/website and correspondence half of the duo. I also help with design and lunch. Sounds exciting, huh? It is.
In our business, we have only a few simple rules:
1. Everything will always be made by hand. We never use computerized machines. There are very few titanium jewelers still carving solely by hand. Most have turned to computerized machinery (CNC), pushing a button and walking away, making carbon copies of the same ring over and over again. While this makes the process easier and much cheaper, we feel that to let a computer do the work takes away from the meaningfulness that a ring holds.
2. To run an honest and fair company.
3. Have a good time.
A ring can be one of the most symbolic items you can wear. It can be a symbol of friendship, promise, or a vow of love and companionship, or sometimes just a super cool accessory. You can be sure, no matter its purpose, that your ring was made specifically for you with extreme care, respect, and pride in our craft.
Thanks for visiting our shop. We hope you like what you see.
-Cubby and Fox
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Owner, Designer, Curator
I handle computer/tech/website/design and correspondence.
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Thought you all would like to meet Barnaby. He is a stray cat that wandered into our studio some time ago. He liked us and our couch so much, he decided to stay. He is giant and loveable. We adore our big buddy!
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
- Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
- Money Order
- Check
Shipping in the United States-
All orders shipped in the United States are a flat rate of $7.00. They are shipped via USPS Priority. Your ring should arrive within 2-4 business days of shipment. (This is for Priority shipping only, if you would like a rush, you need only ask and we can give you a price quote.)
Shipping to Canada, United Kingdom and Australia-
Shipping to all cities, provinces, territories and boroughs in these three fine countries will also be sent via USPS. Your ring should arrive within 12 business days of shipment.
Cost of shipping is as follows-
Canada- $25.00
United Kingdom and Australia- $27.00
Shipping to the rest of the planet-
We can ship to you too! Contact us and we can give you a price quote.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS TAKE NOTE- You may be subject to customs fees, taxes, handling charges or duties when your ring arrives. These vary greatly from country to country. They are based entirely on the requirements of your government and are in no way connected with or collected by us.
PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ADDRESS INFORMATION- We are very sorry, but we cannot be responsible for items shipped to the wrong address due to customer error.
**WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DELIVERY DELAYS DUE TO WEATHER OR USPS ERROR.** As much as we would like to, we just can't control these things. :)
Refunds and Exchanges
We stand by every ring we make! If you are dissatisfied with your ring for any reason*, we are happy to re-make the ring in the same size free of charge. The return shipping for the original ring will be at no cost to you, and once we have received it, we will begin making your new piece! Or if you prefer, we will give you a full refund**. In order to receive a refund or re-make, the original ring must be returned to us within 30 days of receipt, in the condition in which it was originally shipped.
*Please know your size before you order! All rings are precision made to size specifications provided by you at the time of purchase. If you are at all unsure of your size, we are happy to send you a free ring sizing kit with purchase. You may visit a jeweler to obtain a size, but sizing is not strictly standardized and can vary from place to place. We can only guarantee your size if you use one of our kits. You will be able to choose the correct size before your order is made. Due to the limited flexibility of titanium, once your ring has been made, there cannot be any adjustments; therefore no exchanges will be made due to customer sizing error. If you have made a mistake and wish to replace your ring with the same design in a new size, please contact us within 30 days of receipt. You will need to return the ring to us in the condition in which it was originally shipped. Once it is received we will be happy to make you a new ring for 35% of the original price.
** We do not accept returns on custom orders. (a "custom order" only refers to designs not shown in our shop) **
** Diamond rings are not available for return, exchange or refund.**
**Our sizing kits are only available from size 4 to 13**
**If a sizing kit has been sent, and you wish to cancel your order, the cost of shipping the sizing kit, and the sizing kit itself will be deducted from your refund.**
Additional policies and FAQs
Why should I choose handmade?
The majority of titanium companies do one of two things, buy mass produced items overseas and re-sell, or they create many items per day by popping a piece of metal into a computerized machine. These very expensive and soulless machines drill and carve while the human does what, takes a nap? Eats lunch? Watches a syndicated episode of CSI? Where's the fun in that? Granted, CSI is pretty entertaining, but that is not what you should be paying for.
Choosing handmade means that the person who is making your ring had to take the time and gain the skill to do it themselves. That persons care and attention to detail makes all the difference in the world. In a society that constantly imports and buys mass produced everything, we think it is important to keep true human craftsmanship alive.
You can be sure that if you buy a ring from us that it is 100% made by us and our hands, for YOU.
Why do I see such varying prices for titanium rings?
When shopping for a titanium ring, you'll most likely see a very wide variety of prices. Anywhere from $5 to $10,000. The price of a titanium ring is a good indicator of how the ring was made, and the materials it was made with. The lower the price, the better the chance that the ring was mass produced, or carved using computer operated machinery. There are a few ways to go about selling titanium rings. 1. Buy inexpensive mass produced rings, and resell. 2. Design the rings, write the software, and have automated machinery carve and finish the ring. 3. Use automated machinery to carve the rings, and finish them by hand. 4. Use manual machines to carve the rings, and finish them by hand (this is what we do). You will see all of these types of titanium rings when shopping here on Etsy.
Titanium is scratch resistant, right?
Well, no. Titanium is very strong, so strong in fact that you could have an elephant in a 4x4 truck run over it and it would survive. Well, probably. Please do not go buy an elephant and try to make him drive over your ring. That would be dangerous and elephants are very sensitive creatures. Ok, so what I am saying is that titanium is strong and durable. Arguably the most durable metal you can buy. But, it is not resistant to scratches. It will not gouge or lose its shape like softer metals including, silver, gold and platinum. It will also never tarnish. Your ring will get light scratches on it over time from normal wear and tear. Eventually your ring will have a lovely patina.
*Please keep in mind when ordering rings that are inlaid with precious metals, that gold and silver are much softer than titanium. They are long lasting and durable, but they may need a gentler touch than titanium alone. So you may want to remove your ring before using the wood chipper or assembling that new swing set you bought for your kids.
Are your rings comfort fit?
We carve the interior of our rings in a cross between comfort and standard fit. We call it "contour fit". Much like a traditional comfort fit, the inside edges are significantly rounded. However, with our contour fit, we carve the center of the inside flat. This allows the ring to stay stationary, and keep a lower profile on the finger. This makes it so not only is it comfortable on the inside, it is also comfortable for the surrounding fingers.
Can I make a custom order?
We sure hope so! It should come as no surprise, that here at Classic Titanium we like two things very much. Making our customers happy and selling rings! If you would like to have a custom ring made, we will do our best to make it happen.
Any ring that you see in our store can be made in black, blue, red, white, with a silver inlay or gold inlay. We can do platinum inlay for most rings too! If you would like to alter a design to make it your own or have a combination of color and/or inlay, we will do that too!
*Please note, custom designs are non-returnable.
Can I have a stone set in my ring?
At this time we do not offer stone settings in rings.
May I have my ring engraved?
Of course! We are happy to offer free engraving of up to 40 characters on any ring.
*Engraving only offered on the inside of the ring. Sorry, we are unable to do outside engravings.


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Kevin Bacon is one of the foremost actors of his generation. His talent for balancing starring roles with powerful supporting characters on both film and stage has allowed him to build a varied and critically acclaimed body of work. With the support of his parents, Bacon left his native Philadelphia to become the youngest student at Circle in the Square Theatre in New York where he studied until he made his film debut as Chip in "National Lampoon's Animal House." This led to roles in "Diner" and "Footloose," the latter of which propelled him to stardom.
Kevin Bacon has proven his talents in a wide range of film genres from action thrillers to romantic comedies to heavy dramas, and even the occasional musical. Just some of Bacon's film credits include John Hughes' "She's Having a Baby," "The Big Picture," "Tremors," "Flatliners," Oliver Stone's "JFK," Rob Reiner's "A Few Good Men," "The River Wild" (Golden Globe nomination), "Murder in the First" (Best Actor by The Broadcast Film Critics Association and Best Supporting Actor nominations by The Screen Actors Guild and the London Film Critics Circle), Ron Howard's award-winning "Apollo 13," "Balto," Barry Levinson's "Sleepers" with Brad Pitt and Robert De Niro, "Picture Perfect" with Jennifer Aniston, "Telling Lies in America," "Wild Things," David Koepp's "Stir of Echoes," the sleeper hit "My Dog Skip," "Hollow Man", "Trapped" with Charlize Theron, Clint Eastwood's "Mystic River" (Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for Best Picture), "Beauty Shop," Atom Egoyan's "Where the Truth Lies," "The Air I Breathe," "Death Sentence," "Rails & Ties," "My One and Only" with Renée Zellweger, James Gunn's "Super" and "Frost/Nixon," which reunited him with "Apollo 13" director Ron Howard. In 2004 Bacon starred in "The Woodsman," a compelling drama that premiered to great critical acclaim at the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals, and Bacon received an IFP Spirit Award nomination for Best Actor. Most recently Bacon was seen on the big screen alongside Ryan Gosling and Steve Carell in "Crazy, Stupid, Love.," and as the villainous Sebastian Shaw in director Matthew Vaughn's "X-Men: First Class." Up next, Bacon will be seen in "Jayne Mansfield's Car" by director Billy Bob Thornton, and next year Bacon stars with Ryan Reynolds in the action-comedy "R.I.P.D."
For television this year Bacon will star in Kevin Williamson's hotly anticipated untitled FOX pilot, from Warner Bros TV and Williamson's studio-based Outerbanks Entertainment, which is described as an edge-of-the-seat thriller about a diabolical serial killer (James Purefoy) who uses technology to create a cult of serial killers, and a retired FBI profiler (Bacon) who finds himself in the middle of it.
In 2009 Bacon starred in "Taking Chance," a compelling film based on a true story that aired on HBO. It is the story of Marine Lieutenant Colonel Mike Strobl who volunteers to escort the body of a young Marine killed in combat back to his final resting place. The film was also selected to screen in-competition at the Sundance Film Festival. For his work in "Taking Chance" Bacon was awarded the Golden Globe and the SAG Award for Best Actor in a mini-series or made for TV movie. Also recently on HBO Bacon appeared in an episode "Bored To Death" in which he played a hilariously exaggerated version of himself.
Bacon's other television credits include the American Playhouse version of Lanford Wilson's play "Lemon Sky," a production that teamed him with his then future wife Kyra Sedgwick. Other television credits include the "The Gift" and the cable film "Enormous Changes at the Last Minute."
In 1996, Kevin Bacon made his directorial debut with, "Losing Chase" starring Kyra Sedgwick, Beau Bridges, and Helen Mirren. Produced for Showtime, "Losing Chase" was honored with three Golden Globe nominations, including, Best Motion Picture made for television, and Mirren won the Golden Globe for her performance. The film debuted on Showtime and was also screened at the Sundance Film Festival and the 1996 Toronto Film Festival. Bacon directed his second film, "Loverboy," which he also produced and appears in. Based on the acclaimed novel by Victoria Redel, the film stars Kyra Sedgwick and features appearances by Campbell Scott, Matt Dillon, Marissa Tomei, and Oliver Platt. "Loverboy" had the honor of opening the Gen Art Film Festival in New York City. Bacon's most recent project as director has been for several episodes of Kyra Sedgwick's hit TNT show "The Closer".
In addition to his film and television credits, Kevin Bacon's stage work includes such Off-Broadway productions as "Album," "Poor Little Lambs," and "Getting Out." He made his Broadway debut in 1983 with Sean Penn in "Slab Boys," and starred in the 1986 production of Joe Orton's highly touted play "Loot." He also starred in Theresa Rebeck's comedy "Spike Heels." In 2002, he starred in the Broadway one-man show, "An Almost Holy Picture," written by Heather McDonald. Bacon was most recently seen on-stage in the celebrated reading of Oscar winner Dustin Lance Black's play "8" in Los Angeles. The reading was a benefit for American Foundation for Equal Rights and Broadway Impact to raise funds to overturn California's Proposition 8 which bans same sex marriage. Bacon starred alongside George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Martin Sheen, Jane Lynch, John C. Reilly and many others.
With his musician brother Michael, Kevin is the other half of "The Bacon Brothers," a successful band with a sound that Kevin describes as "Forosoco" (which is the title of their first album)– Folk, Rock, Soul and Country. Already highly regarded and hugely successful on the national club circuit, they have recorded six CD's and a concert DVD.


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The Shark Patrol, representing Cub Scout Pack 8 of Redlands, participated in the 40th annual Grayback District Pop Nye Camporee April 12 in San Timoteo Canyon. The Sharks took first place for Cub Scouts in archery, first aid, lashings and rifle shooting. They also earned first place overall in field events. In the photo, taken the morning of the competition, are, from left, Shark Patrol members Ryan Zander, Landon Bonadiman, Collin Hladik, Daniel Martinez, Luca Moralez, Jordan Munoz, Alex Howard, Ryan Cantwell, Anthony Ramos, Finn Welsh, Assistant Patrol Leader William Porayouw and Patrol Leader Peter Bauby. They will all join Boy Scout Troop 11 of Redlands.
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Type of Document Dissertation Author Guzman-Rodriguez, Sandra M. Author's Email Address firstname.lastname@example.com URN etd-07102007-154149 Title Community College Students' Plant Biodiversity Learning Experience in an Introductory Biology Course: Exploring the Value Added by Using a CD-ROM to Develop Inquiry Lessons Degree Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Department Educational Theory, Policy, & Practice Advisory Committee
Advisor Name Title James H. Wandersee Committee Chair Charles B. Teddlie Committee Member Earl H. Cheek Committee Member William J. Platt Committee Member Edward C. McGawley Dean's Representative Keywords
- value added
- human constructivism
- plant biodiversity
- interactive cd-rom
- biology
- biodiversity rubric
- inquiry
- ecological literacy
Date of Defense 2007-06-28 Availability unrestricted AbstractThis study examined the value added to standard textbook-based instruction of plant biodiversity by the use of the exemplary interactive CD-ROM, Conserving Earth's Biodiversity. This CD-ROM features renowned conservation figure E.O. Wilson. The setting of the research was an introductory biology course in a rural public community college in the Deep South. Six participants were purposively selected to represent three levels of achievement and two groups, the CD-ROM group (exposed to CD-ROM in addition to the textbook) and the textbook group (only course textbook). Students experienced lecture-based, textual, virtual, and real experiences, and examined their ability to understand biodiversity-related concepts and to pursue guided-inquiry questions about local plant biodiversity. Their performance was assessed through activities, quizzes, concept maps, interviews, surveys, and students' presentations.
This study led to three main findings. First, use of the CD-ROM, in addition to the textbook, allowed students to form a well-rounded grasp of plant biodiversity. Second, use of the CD-ROM enhanced the development of inquiries on local plant biodiversity and the metacognitive phase of assigning roles for local plant diversity. Third, the Plant Biodiversity Literacy Rubric [PBLR] was developed, based upon the history of the concept of biodiversity and was used to evaluate students' progress by assigning them to various levels of understanding during the study.
The students in the CD-ROM group gained a broader perspective of plant biodiversity-related concepts, such as levels of biodiversity, hot spots, genetic diversity, food plant diversity, and threats to biodiversity. The CD-ROM was never detrimental to the learning process. They were more self-directed in their development of inquiries, felt more confident about their presentations, and were more metacognitive during their inquiries. Performance on specific activities such as the essay and The Golden List of Species suggested an enhanced cognitive-behavioral/affective experience for students in the CD-ROM group.
The PBLR is an exportable instrument, which may allow ecology educators at all levels to assess student's levels of understanding in a sensitive way. At this time, it is critical to gauge effective understanding of plant biodiversity and ecology education, as it is vital to the survival and well-being of life on Earth.
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Actor Tobey Maguire stepped out with his family after having breakfast together in Los Angeles yesterday (November 1).
Tobey carried 2 ½-year-old Ruby Sweetheart while Otis Tobias, who will be 6-months-old on November 8, hitched a ride with mom, Jennifer Meyer.
The Maguire crew was spotted earlier this week out at the Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood.View Slideshow »»


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Hey there, time traveller!
This article was published 5/9/2012 (1811 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
MADRID - Spain's economy minister on Thursday defended the country's unpopular austerity measures pushed through this year by Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy, ahead of a key visit to Madrid by German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Spain's government is under pressure to accept a sovereign bailout for its public finances that could come with conditions that would mean more economic pain for a country in a deep recession with unemployment at nearly 25 per cent.
But Luis de Guindos said Spain has already made significant progress this year with labour reforms and efforts to reduce a growing deficit through tax hikes and spending cutbacks.
"Spain is doing what Germany did 10 years ago," de Guindos told a gathering of Spanish and German business leaders at the presidential palace ahead of the Rajoy-Merkel meeting.
Over the last decade, Germany has raised its retirement age, amended its constitution to require a balanced budget and put in place labour market and welfare reforms. A key round of measures in 2003 reduced job benefits and protections — and was criticized at the time for cutting away at a cherished social welfare system.
While Rajoy and Merkel meet, the European Central Bank is expected to announce a plan to buy government bonds from countries like Spain which are struggling with high borrowing costs on their debt.
Rajoy said in an interview published Thursday that he views the possibility of an ECB bond program as part of its broader role beyond its key function of keeping inflation in check for the 17 countries that use the euro common currency.
"Orthodox thinking is very good, and I stand by it," he told Germany's Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper. "But everything is not always black or white."
Spain held a successful bond auction before Merkel's arrival, selling €3.5 billion ($4.4 billion) in bonds maturing in 2014, 2015 and 2016 — at rates far below similar auctions held during the summer on investor speculation that the ECB bond program will reduce the country's borrowing costs. The sale also hit the top end of the government's goal of selling between €2.5 billion and €3.5 billion in bonds.
Those maturing in 2014 had an average interest rate of 2.8 per cent, down from 4.7 per cent in June. Bonds maturing in 2015 had a rate of 3.7 per cent, down from 5.1 per cent from a July auction. And bonds due for payment in 2016 fetched a 4.6 per cent rate, down from 5.1 per cent in August.
The interest rate in the secondary market for Spain's benchmark 10-year bond fell to 6.26 per cent Thursday morning after the auction, but that level still makes it difficult for the government to finance itself.
Harold Heckle contributed from Madrid and David Rising contributed from Berlin.


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I just talked to a friend at Oklahoma State that says Matt Pilgrim has been cleared by the NCAA to play for the Cowboys in 2009-10. Pilgrim transferred from Kentucky to Oklahoma State during the summer, after sitting out last season at Kentucky as a transfer.
A look at OSU's official roster now shows Pilgrim listed (see image).
Oklahoma State is coached by former Kentucky point guard and Madisonville native Travis Ford.