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The congressional hearing in Washington last month about the process that led to FAA certification of the Eclipse 500 took the lid off the FAA's sausage-making apparatus, and it was a decidedly unappetizing spectacle.
To hear DOT IG Calvin Scovel tell it, there was skullduggery at the top as the agency charged with ensuring the safety of civil aviation fast-tracked the signoff paperwork for a radically new and heavily computer-dependent type of airplane designed and built by a company that was painfully new to the game. FAA senior management, Scovel asserted, circumvented the expertise of experienced people in the front lines–inspectors whose opinion it was that the airplane was not yet ready to be unleashed on the flying public.
To hear FAA associate administrator for safety Nick Sabatini tell it, aircraft certification is a complex process of give and take in which the applicant gets to develop his idea for a better flying machine, and the agency makes sure it's still safe and durable enough for the innocent to ride in. The agency sets certain standards that must be met; it is up to the applicant to prove that it meets those standards, by whatever means, methods, shapes and materials it chooses that the FAA will accept.
In the two years between FAA troops' blowing their whistles in October 2006 and the gathering on the Hill last month, there has been no shortage of theories about the forces at work behind the alleged improprieties, including:
Theory 1: FAA management bonuses hinged on the airplane's getting its papers by the end of September 2006;
Theory 2: Then-Administrator Marion Blakey needed to hold aloft the Eclipse 500 certificate of airworthiness paperwork as proof that the era of the VLJ overcast is upon us and we need user fees to make sure they pay their way;
Theory 3: Eclipse founder Vern Raburn is a persuasive fellow and he had the FAA under his spell just as surely as he had entranced his investors, customers, suppliers, the media and state economic development boards. Raburn had made a point of castigating the status quo in airplane design and manufacturing when he unveiled the Eclipse in 1999, and the FAA was loath to be the villain that blocked Raburn's vision of progress with overly pedantic enforcement of the rules.
The hearing did little to officially answer that sampling of theories, but did provide copious material to strengthen whichever theory one happens to subscribe to.
Continuing Saga
Elsewhere in this issue, AIN senior editor Matt Thurber's account of the proceedings last month could stand as a riveting chapter in the Eclipse saga, which is still far from fully told. It's now unfolding across distant borders, with news that a bank chaired by Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin expects to provide money for the construction of an Eclipse manufacturing facility in the land of that former Cold War superpower.
The display of sausage ingredients revealed at the hearing last month raises the disturbing question of whether the FAA's seal of approval actually means much these days. Sadly for the FAA and for Eclipse, all this soiled laundry could have been kept much closer to the hamper if the agency had responded promptly to a legitimate grievance filed by its workers.
Thankfully, at least for anyone who cares about the quality and transparency of the FAA certification process, FAA leaders are like many when faced with "troublemakers." They stick their heads in the sand instead of figuring out how to communicate and solve problems, and a festering sore has burst into a public mess. The FAA's credibility and Eclipse's struggle both took a battering at last month's hearing.


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That ship, launched in 1998, is actually a newcomer to NCL, sent over from parent company Star Cruises. Long story short, the transfer was a response to the shipyard accident that would delay Pride of America for a year and result in Norwegian Sky being transformed into Pride of Aloha well ahead of schedule. As a result, there was a need to immediately add a ship to the fleet that would take over from Norwegian Sky.
Interestingly, this vessel, though built with NCL's trademark "Freestyle Cruising" in mind, was also designed for an Asian audience. According to our recent review of Norwegian Spirit, "purpose-built for the Asian/Pacific market and for family cruises of three to four nights (rather than the seven-night itineraries it will be sailing as Norwegian Spirit), the ship is an interesting blend of modern convenience and Asian custom. Those unaware of the history of this ship might be confused by the surfeit of Chinese symbols and artwork, by the rack of chopsticks at the fast-food restaurant, by the banks of chaises and chairs that form an amphitheater overlooking the children's play area, by a specially designed room for mah-jongg."
At the time of its transfer, alterations made to the ship were minimal.
All that will change, reports Cruise Critic correspondent Teijo Niemela, who tells us that the ship will undergo its major refurbishment in a San Francisco shipyard in October. According to Trevor Young, NCL's new-building vice president, "we are spending a great deal of time and effort to ensure the integrity of design originally created for SuperStar Leo is continued." Interestingly, Young was involved in the actual building of this ship - which was a significant addition to the Star Cruises fleet as its first ever built-for-Star ship and the first from either line to incorporate "Freestyle" elements into its design.
Among the highlights:
Twenty-two new passenger cabins will be built on Deck 13 with another 14 new cabins added to Deck 4.
Getting a complete overhaul will be Raffles Buffet, the ship's Lido restaurant, which has been particularly problematic, according to our Norwegian Spirit review: "The one dining venue on Spirit that is disappointing is the Lido deck buffet, Raffles Cafe. The ship's staff acknowledges that this spot presents a challenge, and explains that the kitchen setup in that location, prior to the change from SuperStar Leo to Norwegian Spirit, did not comply with either CDC regulations or safety regulations. As a result, there are no cooking facilities at all in that location, so food has to be brought up from the kitchen to be placed in the steam tables, by which time it has lost most of its appeal."
Other galleys will also be modified throughout the ship.
In public areas, look for a new "high energy" nightclub and lounge, and an expanded shopping area and photo gallery.
Equipment in the ship's fitness facility will be replaced with more contemporary machines.
A new pool bar will be added to Deck 12 (originally there was no bar in the midship pool area because Asian passengers do not tend to congregate much on sun decks).
Upon completion of its refurbishment, the new and improved Norwegian Spirit will head to New York, where it will be based year-round. Its first post-"surgery" cruise will take place on October 29 from San Francisco to Miami. In November, the ship will begin sailing 10- and 11-night cruises to the Southern Caribbean.


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Black Hills State University students will host a photo exhibition entitled, "Untitled" Visions of Diversity, on the BHSU campus Dec. 10 through Jan. 29. A reception will open the exhibition Dec. 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.
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Black Hills State University will present the holiday classic Miracle on 34th Street Dec. 3-5.
This fall Black Hills State University hosted a 35th KBHU Radio Anniversary Reunion in conjunction with Swarm Day festivities.
Several graduate students from Black Hills State University recently presented at the annual Ecological Genomics Symposium in Kansas City, Kan.
Six Black Hills State University music students received honors at the state-wide competition at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, sponsored by the South Dakota Music Teachers Association (SDMTA).
Black Hills State University will host several music events beginning this weekend.
Black Hills State University students trick or treating for a cause collected over 1,300 items for the Spearfish Food Pantry and the Artemis House recently.
Black Hills State University will host "First Fridays: Breakfast with the Arts" Nov. 6 at 9:30 a.m., in Clare & Josef Meier Hall, Room 128 on the BHSU campus.
Three Black Hills State University student organizations were recently recognized by the South Dakota Board of Regents for their outstanding academic, community and organizational work.
The winners of the on-line juried art exhibition held in conjunction with the 2009 Art Fair at Black Hills State University have been announced.
Black Hills State University recently hosted Careers with Impact, where students preparing for careers in human services, psychology and sociology had the opportunity to network with employers, graduate schools and organizations associated with those fields.
The Painter siblings from the Black Hills State University rodeo team won all-around titles in Iowa rodeos this past weekend. The first rodeo was held at Iowa Central Community College in Dayton, followed by the Iowa State University Cyclone Stampede in Ames.
Black Hills State University will be presenting Blood, a dark comedy written by a student, Jessica Juhrend, speech communications major from Spearfish.
Black Hills State University is celebrating the Year of Science by showcasing the beauty of science in an art exhibit in the David B. Miller Student Union Ruddell Gallery Sept. 30 through Oct. 23. Artwork by Kelly Collins, communication arts graduate from Rapid City.
Black Hills State University students and the Spearfish community displayed their homecoming spirit during the recent Swarm Day parade. The theme for the parade was "Starring Sting" and participants were asked to show the Yellow Jacket mascot in the leading role of movie favorites.
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MINI JCW Engine Tuning Kit Announced for Coupe and Roadster
MINI announced the John Cooper Works version of its coupe last week, but if it is only performance you are after without the added paint and plastic, MINI will install the JCW engine kit on your existing MINI coupe or roadster.
The engine kit will boost the power of the coupe up to 197 hp, along with netting 199 lb-ft of torque. The kit includes a sports exhaust complete with chrome tailpipes and a laser etched JCW logo. An adapted air filter, a modified engine control unit, and JCW badges to complete the look of the car.
You can get the JCW engine tuning kit for $2100 before dealer installation fees. The suspension tuning kit, also from JCW, will be available for the just the coupe later this year.


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After four years, the County Line restaurant and bar reopened for business.
Located at the corner of Co. Rd. 7 and Co. Rd. 8 in Crown, Minn., owner John Newstrom said they reopened Jan. 1 with a newly rebuilt structure.
He had always planned on opening County Line again. Before rebuilding, he worked as a construction worker.
"The community needed the place," Newstrom said. "I'm getting too old to be doing manual labor."
Newstrom said customers have said they're happy the bar is open again, and word-of-mouth is spreading slowly but surely.
The bar has domestic beers right now, but soon they'll have a full line, Newstrom said.
They also serve Heggies Pizza and some snacks, but the restaurant doesn't have a kitchen yet. One of Newstrom's goals is to expand by building a kitchen and offer a full menu.
Compared to what they had before, though, Newstrom said they're doing pretty well.
"There was nothing on the walls, and we had practically zero for inventory," he said. "So we have quite a bit compared to what we had."
Newstrom's son Cody, 20, works at County Line, and soon he hopes to add a couple part-time employees.
"We're just getting back on our feet," Newstrom said. "We're just lucky to be open."
The County Line is located at 26219 Variolite Street at the corner of Co. Rd. 7 and Co. Rd. 8 in Crown, Minn. Open 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. daily, the bar and restaurant can be reached at 763-444-8024.


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If the producers engaged in factory farming of poultry and pigs are treating their animals humanely, what do they have to hide? Why do they feel compelled to lobby the government to introduce ''Ag gag'' laws behind which cruel practices can continue out of the sight of consumers (''Activists face new laws'', 17/6). Coles and Woolworths are phasing out cage eggs and sow crates because consumers demanded it after seeing the horrors revealed by activists' film footage. Without that damning evidence, millions more hens would be spending miserable lives in cages the size of an A4 piece of paper and countless more sows would be confined in crates. Don't shoot the messenger, Barnaby Joyce. Legislate instead to outlaw factory farming; that is what Australians want.
Jan Kendall, Hawthorn
Overcrowding, hormone dosing the real threats
The tough new approach from governments to vilify and prosecute animal activists is an acknowledgement of the success of activists, not-for-profit animal welfare groups and the power of the internet and technology. Barnaby Joyce calls those who trespass and film animal cruelty ''camera-carrying vigilantes''. What's legal inside factory farms is not necessarily ethical. There are higher laws that transcend human constructs.
Population growth, urban expansion and exorbitant land prices are all pushing animals inside large factory-warehouses, to be part of food-producing machinery that denies their sentience and welfare. Punishing activists, and their exposure of animal cruelty, is about ''shooting the messenger'' instead of tackling their concerns, humanely and ethically.
The ''biosecurity'' threat comes about because these confined animals have compromised immune systems due to overcrowding, direct exposure to effluent and being dosed with hormones and antibiotics.
Jan Heald, Mount Evelyn
You can make a difference
A recent Lowy poll found that Australians are increasingly concerned about climate change. And one of the most significant contributors to it is the animal (livestock) industry. Responsible for approximately 30 per cent of greenhouse emissions produced in Australia, our livestock industries will produce substantially more warming over the next 20 years than all our coal-fired power stations put together. In addition, the CSIRO reports that a massive 92 per cent of land degradation in Australia is caused by those same animal industries. So if you are really serious about ''saving the world'', reduce your dairy and meat consumption. It's the single most effective way for individuals to make a real difference to reducing global warming.
Natasha Reus, Cheltenham
Satisfying instinct to kill
I was sickened to learn recently of areas in Africa where lions are confined and bred as prey for hunters from whom they have no chance of escape. It's an extremely profitable concern, with no shortage of ''customers'' eager to prove how manly they are by killing the king of the beasts (in wretchedly unfair contests). Coincidentally, we learn this week of an enterprise in Victoria, based on exploiting the same ''sporting'' instincts. Tourists are encouraged to come to Gippsland to shoot "purpose-bred deer" on a 600-hectare ''safari ground'' (''The hunting game has already begun'', The Sunday Age, 15/6). There is big money to be made apparently and we should all start rubbing our hands as the state coffers fill. Punters ''pay $8000 a head for a decent-sized trophy deer'': the instinct to kill something is satisfied and there's a nice set of antlers to hang on the wall in an American, Middle Eastern or Chinese mansion. Lovely. There are plenty of ''game birds'' too. Well, we do have to put the economy first, don't we?
Vivienne Player, Beaumaris
Totally unsuitable ally
I take issue with Peter Oborne's call for Western countries to see the present regime in Iran as being a suitable ally in the war against the Islamist jihadists (Comment, 16/6). Why would you want to have as an ally a regime that for 35 years has ruthlessly suppressed all dissenting voices; and that uses Shiite Islam as a front for its barbaric practice of public executions of people judged guilty of ''crimes'' such as the selling of alcohol?
Why would you want to give any international credibility to a regime that discriminates against ethnic minorities such as the Kurds? A regime that does not stop at torturing and murdering members of Iran's religious minority groups such as the Baha'is and the growing numbers of Iranians converting from Islam to Christianity?
Why would you want to support a regime that has seen several million of its own people flee to other countries (including Australia) in the past 35 years seeking freedom from tyranny?
Robert Humphreys, Coburg
Clear up confusion
Tony Abbott, the language employed by your government has been ambiguous of late, and I would applaud your commitment to ''terminological clarification'' if I thought you understood that it means refining our concepts to better understand things (scientists do it a lot, politicians not so much).
You say you are a ''conservationist''. Perhaps you are confusing ''conservation'' as in looking after things with ''conservatism'' as in political ideology. It also seems you are confusing ''asylum'' as in protection with ''asylum'' as in one of those places we used to put people we didn't want to deal with. (We don't do that any more.) In any case, I look forward to the day we can refer to your seat as ''disputed'', rather than ''occupied'', territory.
Desmonda Kearney, Kensington
Strange bedfellows
The Greens oppose the deficit levy because it should be a permanent tax; Liberal senator Ian Macdonald because it should include companies; and Senator Bernardi because taxes should be lowered not raised. Whichever, knowing as we do the skill of the rich at not paying tax, the Treasurer might sing: ''I went to the levy but the levy was dry.''
Don Hampshire, Sunbury
No one's been fooled
Diplomatic etiquette avoids wounding powerful egos that may need to be later massaged for international co-operation. The high point of Mr Abbott's trip was a meeting with the US President. Some were hoping Mr Obama's recently announced policy on emission controls would lead to honest exchanges between the leaders. There may have been, but regardless, when the leaders greeted the media at the end of their talks, they were the best of friends promising to stand together to defend the free world. Surprise, surprise, no mention of climate change.
However, after the meeting Mr Abbott was off to Texas to reassure fossil fuel executives that coal had a marvellous future. Meanwhile, Mr Obama went to a university in California to tell a graduating class that leaders who failed to act on climate change ''were thinking about politics instead of thinking about what's good for the next generation'' (Focus, 17/6). Diplomatic niceties were respected, but no one has been fooled. Abbott and Obama remain poles apart on climate change.
Neil Wilkinson, Mont Albert
40-year-old technique
Do our governments really need to give a Chinese company $25 million to help it learn how to make briquettes (''Chinese firm gets $25m coal grant'', 16/6)? Forty years ago, briquettes, which were used widely in industry and domestically, were produced in their millions from Latrobe Valley brown coal by the State Electricity Commission. Was the old plant dismantled?
Peter Fagg, Blackburn
Preserving mediocrity
The decision to apply a Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ) to large areas of Melbourne will be looked upon in 50 years as one of our biggest mistakes. I ask NIMBY groups: what is your alternative? How are you going to cater for an ageing population and smaller families yet provide access to services? Do you realise the perverse outcomes of NRZ? That it will still be possible in Canterbury to build an out-of-character McMansion, but well-designed townhouses will be prohibited?
In London, the population and government understand that a successful city is a mix of history and progress. Interestingly, Stonnington for all its similarity to Boroondara doesn't see the need to almost universally apply the NRZ.
I live in Boroondara in a street with a mix of units, townhouses and modern large houses, with little in the way of a coherent streetscape or heritage. This street would be an ideal candidate for medium-density development, but it will be prohibited. I fear my kids' generation will not have access to the area's wonderful amenities because we were so desperate to freeze in time a mediocre, early 2000s streetscape.
Chris O'Toole, Hawthorn East
Lots of fingers in pie
That parts of Melbourne will exceed 5000 dwellings per hectare is no doubt music to the ''Melbourne Money Club'', whose members include everyone making money from Melbourne's destruction as a liveable city. First are the banks, developers and estate agents. Then there are the small businesses who will service these sardine communities with even more coffee shops and bakery/restaurants. Next are the councils and state government, which get the taxes associated with property sales and rates.
I suggest this development will increase the popularity of the Botanic Gardens as real Melburnians vainly attempt to escape this future urban hell.
Jeff McCormack, Moenchengladbach, Germany
Too close to call
Peter Martin hit the nail on the head (Comment, 17/6). The states are not qualified to deal with the national environmental interest.
A case in point is the looming development of Westernport, a bay internationally recognised for its aquatic birds and Ramsar wetlands. The Napthine government plans to drastically expand the Port of Hastings into an international container port that will see shipping traffic increase from under 100 a year to more than 3000 annually, heightening the risk of oil spills and the spread of invasive species, and requiring substantial dredging and clearing of marine and coastal vegetation. Not to forget impacts on recreational values and Bass Coast's tourism industry.
If approval powers for developments that affect matters of national environmental significance are handed back to the states, this state-sponsored proposal will also be assessed by the state, which is also likely to profit from a future sale. The bay is a national treasure and as such warrants an arm's length comprehensive and independent assessment using the full force of federal environmental laws.
Simon Branigan, Victorian National Parks Association
No place for grief
I was heartened by Wendy Squire's article ''The last taboo: let's talk about miscarriage'' (Comment, 16/6) and am reminded of the silent ''secret society'' of parents I belong to, so secret that many of its members are unaware it exists. Miscarriage is typically experienced as disenfranchised grief, grief that for many reasons is not understood and thus has no real place for expression.
This week marks the 16th anniversary of the loss of our second child, a precious daughter who died in utero at full term as a result of an umbilical cord ''accident''. Our loss was followed by another, a little over 12 months later - a miscarriage at 16 weeks. Perhaps surprisingly, it was this loss that almost tipped me over the edge.
Hearing the unique stories of parents who have experienced such loss reminds me of our loss and that it is the meaning that each woman and her partner attaches to this experience (at whatever stage of pregnancy) that is most important. Such articles give me hope that in time the ''society'' may not feel the need to be so secret or silent any more.
Name and address withheld
Holy day for how long?
What should concern church leaders are not football matches, but for how much longer can Good Friday be a public holiday. The numbers of those with no religion and the non-Christian faiths are increasing with each census. In a few decades these two together will exceed the number of Christians. When this occurs, how much longer can the whole nation be expected to observe Christian holy days?
Rosslyn Ives, Balwyn
Tarnishing the code
If the Essendon Football Club succeeds in overturning action against it by ASADA, based not on innocence but a legal technicality, the morality and honour of AFL football is forever tarnished. And we will all be the poorer. Essendon, you are making a bad situation immeasurably worse.
Jennie Hill, Kangaroo Ground
The state
Wouldn't it be luverly … if at the state election, nobody voted.
Leonard King, Bundoora
It's just as well Denis Napthine wants a fulsome apology from Geoff Shaw because that's the sort of apology he's likely to get: disgustingly insincere.
Christine Duncan, Surrey Hills
What we do not want from Mr Shaw is a fulsome apology. He gave one of those last Friday.
David Hunt, Albert Park
Public Transport Victoria is still trying to replace Melbourne's out-of-date ''Pacman'' train control system with an out-of-date ''Windows 98'' version.
Alan Williams, Port Melbourne
Meanwhile, James Hird is enjoying his all-expenses-paid sabbatical in France.
Joel Feren, Elwood
When Good Friday football goes ahead the winners will be the Demons and the losers will be the Saints.
Mary Fenelon, Collingwood
The nation
I thought Hockey was a sport.
Bill Trestrail, St Kilda
That 99-year-old Ali Nesha spent 12 months in detention is a scandalous indictment on Australia's humanitarian reputation.
Peter McNamara, Canterbury
Mr Abbott also called loggers ''the ultimate conservationists''. Does he need a dictionary?
Molly Williams, Templestowe
Conservative conversationist, Bryan Fraser (17/6)? Is Mr Abbott merely a measured and inclusive thinker? Methinks you are a true foxymoron.
Maxine Sayers, Beaumaris
And finally
The kidnapped girls of Nigeria must have been returned - or is it just that the world has moved on?
Cushla McNamara, Richmond
A pox (or damn) on all atrocities performed in war or otherwise under the umbrella of religion.
Liz Utting, East Geelong


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Mary Kay TimeWise Age-Fighting Eye Cream Reviews
Not as creamy as I thought it would be.I would have to apply a couple layers under my eyes to absorb into my skin. It's not really an eye cream I'm use to that lays on the skin then slowly absorbs. I like natural product that don't irritate your eyes. It was worth a try. — 6 years, 7 months agopure.life | 331 reviews
Immediate resultsI just started using this eye cream less than a week ago and have already noticed improvement in my eye area. I use twice a day, morning and evening, dabbing a little with my ring finger. My eye area looks healthier, if that makes sense. They aren't as soft-looking as I felt before, which is why I started using, to prevent sagging, fine lines, wrinkles, etc. — 4 years, 9 months agoReflxnsOfGrace | 11 reviews
OkayThis eye cream was okay, not overly impressive. I felt like it provided good moisture, but it didn't really help with things like under-eye bags or fine lines. I'm in my early 30s so maybe this product is for younger people. — 8 years, 5 months agokerinet | 13 reviews
Great eye cream!I love this eye cream. I use a lot of harsh products on my acne prone face and love using this around my eyes to keep the moisture locked in and the skin around my eyes healthy. The small tube lasts forever! — 9 years, 1 month agocajsaj | 7 reviews
Works really wellI have used this product for a couple years now and I love it — 9 years, 2 months agoskyyylar | 5 reviews
leaves filmthis eye cream leaves a film around your eyes. I really don't care for it. — 9 years, 2 months agotlpounds | 20 reviews
Good but I've Moved On...This was my reliable eye cream until I discovered Tricia Sawyer's Eye Slept. None of the other Mary Kay eye care products come close to this one! — 9 years, 2 months agogbychan | 31 reviews
Works!I like this product. I started out using it on only 1 eye to see if it actually worked — 9 years, 3 months agoJulieH12 | 5 reviews
After a month people noticedIt took a while but with patience this product got great reviews from the people that see me everyday. They should know it it works or not. Thanks Mary Kay! — 9 years, 6 months agobluescorpion | 16 reviews
nothing specialThis product was nothing to write home about. I have slightly dark undereye circles and the frist signs of fine lines and this cream did nothing for me at all. I would not repurchase — 9 years, 8 months agoCILLA88 | 2 reviews
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BOTH Pure Gyms in the town are offering a free one-day pass ahead of Sport Relief.
The passes will be available to use over four days, 15, 16, 22 and 23 March to coincide with the BBC charity fundraiser.
On March 22, Pure Gym Warrington North will also be raising cash for the cause with 40 members of the club rowing 2.5km on rowers, cycle 25 miles on spin bikes and three miles on a treadmill.
Louise Muir, general manager, said: "We hope to see many members of the public down at the club to offer their support and contribute to donations."
To redeem your free day pass visit puregym.co.uk and type in the code 'sportsrelief14'.


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text: The West Virginia Public Service Commission (West Virginia PSC) has granted release of $29.1 million to Frontier Communications (NASDAQ: FTR) from two separate escrow accounts. Frontier asked for the release from the West Virginia PSC for $23.7 million from a service quality escrow account and another $5.4 million from a broadband escrow account, said Dana Waldo, senior vice president and general manager. The PSC granted Frontier's requests in full. The West Virginia PSC established the two escrow accounts in 2010 as part of Frontier's acquisition of Verizon markets in West Virginia. Verizon funded a service quality account at $72.4 million. Frontier pledged $48 million toward broadband deployment in a separate account. The Commission has discretion on whether to reimburse Frontier from those accounts. "Frontier has worked diligently to strengthen our networks and provide our customers with the best possible communications services," Waldo said. "At the same time, we have extended our broadband network in the West Virginia markets we acquired from Verizon in 2010 from 62 percent of the households to more than 83 percent. "We appreciate that the Commission, following its ongoing review of our performance, granted us the full amount of the escrowed funds we requested," said Waldo, who noted the money reimburses Frontier for investments it already has made in its network. Waldo said Frontier's investments in the networks have paid dividends. "As a result of Frontier's continued investments, the telecommunications network in West Virginia is in much better condition to withstand the effects of natural disasters, such as this summer's storms and last week's snowstorm," Waldo said. "Including the unprecedented impact of these storms, total network troubles for the past 12 months are 22 percent lower than during the year before Frontier acquired the West Virginia service area." In its filing, the PSC noted that it is satisfied with the current pace of service quality improvement and that its staff had reported improvements in Frontier's service quality measurements.


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Foxtel will close youth music channel Channel V and will cut production costs by broadcasting a 24-hour music video station instead.
Channel V and V Hits will be merged in a move that will result in a number of staff redundancies. Broadcast of the new look V Hits will commence on Saturday.
"We are making some changes to our music channels on Foxtel. Starting from this Saturday, February 27 you will begin to see some changes to Channel [V]. Following on from that, from March 25, we will no longer use the Channel V brand, which will change to V Hits and V Hits +2," a Foxtel representative said.
"V Hits features a line-up of music videos and countdowns, including the latest hits from Australia and around the world. There are no changes to MAX, CMC or Smooth."
Staff were reportedly told of the changes on Tuesday via email from the network's executive director of TV Brian Walsh.
"Over the past several years music clips have become ubiquitous with availability on services like YouTube, whilst linear broadcast audiences for music channels have been in steady decline. In order to run the Foxtel music services more efficiently we have decided to merge Channel [V] and [V] Hits," the leaked correspondence published by Pedestrian said.
Foxtel declined to comment on how many staff would be impacted or whether job cuts will occur, however, Walsh's email ended with: "I would also like to thank those team members leaving us today."
The Channel V brand premiered on Foxtel in 1997. The station launched the presenting careers of The Bachelor host Osher Gunsberg, commentator Yumi Stynes and radio presenter Jane Gazzo. It was also fronted by Molly Meldrum.
After 20 years of music television, @channelv says goodbye this friday..Thanks for the memories and the great times. I loved working wit you— Jane Gazzo (@JaneGazzo) February 23, 2016
Channel V is closing on Friday. Must have been a tough call to make for MGMT. 20yrs of cutting edge TV, sad to see it go.— Osher Günsberg (@oshergunsberg) February 23, 2016
It is not known whether hosts Danny Clayton and Carissa Walford will continue with the network.
Decades of music, concerts, punters, rock-stars, laughs, gaffs, jokes, tears, smiles and mostly love went into a sensational place.— Danny Clayton (@DannyjClayton) February 23, 2016
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A research-based commentary on the EC Green Paper "Audit Policy: Lessons form the Crisis": Governance and independence
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- In the wake of ehe financial crisis, the EU Commision has published a Green Paper on the future role of the audit function in Europe. The Green Paper lists a number of proposals for tighter rules for audits and auditors in order to contribute to stabilizing the financial system. The present article presents research contributions to the question whether the auditor is to continue to provide both audit and non-audit services (NAS) to an audit client. Research results show that this double function for the same audit client is a problem for stakeholders' confidence in auditor independence. The Green Paper proposes that a solution could be to prohibit NAS to audit clients. Research results indecate alernative possibilitiers: e.g. banning the most harmful non-audeit sevices and / or limiting the relative share of fees from NAS.
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- Journal article
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- English
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- Schriften Zur Quantitativen Betriebswirtschaftslehre, 2011, Vol 2011, Issue 1, p. 1-15
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- Independence, Nonaudit services, auditing
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- Social science
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- 2011
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RECIPES: Recipe Details
Peruvian Style Burgers with Aji Sauce, Roasted Peppers, and Papas Fritas
Now that many American markets are routinely offering new ethnic products, I love to explore the cuisines of other regions and countries. This recipe is a twist on a famous Peruvian dish- Lomo Saltado- which combines a flavorful steak stir-fry topped with French fries. The addition of traditional Peruvian aji sauce and sweet, smoky roasted tomatoes & peppers to this burger creates a vibrant flavor like no other.
For the patties:
16 ounces chuck, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
16 ounces sirloin, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tsp ground cumin
1 small red onion, grated
For the aji sauce:
16 large green lettuce leaves, washed and trimmed
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 teaspoons lime juice
8 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
5 Serrano peppers
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Grilled Roma Tomatoes & Peppers:
1 yellow bell pepper
3 Roma tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons Colavita Olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the papas fritas:
2 russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into "french fries"- about ¼" x ¼" x 2" pieces
1 tablespoons Colavita Olive Oil
1 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Vegetable oil, for brushing on the grill rack
6 soft kaiser rolls, unseeded, split
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium high. To make the patties: In separate batches, pulse 8 oz at a time of the chuck and sirloin in a food processor 10 times. Combine the chuck, sirloin, kosher salt, cumin, and onion in a large bowl. Mix very gently to combine, being careful not to over mix the meat. Divide the meat into six equal portions, making a small indention in the middle to prevent the burgers from bulging. Set aside. To roast the peppers & tomatoes: Brush the whole pepper with 1 T olive oil and season with salt. Place pepper directly onto the fire and turn frequently, using tongs. Cook until the pepper is charred on all sides (7-10 minutes). Remove pepper from the grill and place it into a heat proof plastic bag. Close the bag and allow the pepper to steam and cool for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, drizzle tomato halves with 1 T olive oil and salt, and place directly on the grill for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly softened with grill marks (turn as needed with tongs). Remove tomatoes from the grill and set aside. Remove peppers from the bag and peel off skins. Remove stems and seeds, and slice into thin wedges. To make the aji: In a blender, combine lettuce leaves, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, Serrano peppers, and salt. Pulse until well blended. Pour into a bowl and set aside in a cool place. To make the papas fritas: Place potato slices in a bowl and toss with olive oil, garlic, and salt. Place fries on a medium hot grill, being careful not to drop fries through openings. Cook (with the grill lid on) at medium heat until golden brown, turning once, about ten minutes. Open the grill and cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes, turning once. When fries are crispy, set off to a warm section of the grill to prevent them from burning, or remove from heat. To prepare patties: Increase the grill heat if necessary to medium-high heat. Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes. Turn, and grill the patties until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the patties registers 160 degrees F (for medium), about 4 minutes longer. During the last 2 minutes of grilling the patties, place the rolls, cut side down, on the grill to toast. To assemble the burgers, place a patty atop each bottom bun. Top each patty with an equal amount of roasted pepper and tomato, and a mound of the crispy papas fritas. Spoon a generous amount of aji sauce on the potatoes and the top of each bun- then top the burgers with the bun. Makes 6 burgers


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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- I'm settled into Charlotte, where I'll be covering Panthers minicamp starting Tuesday morning.
The Panthers just announced a couple of minor roster moves. They have signed undrafted rookie wide receivers Michael Avila (San Jose State) and Lamont Bryant (Morgan State). To make room for them, they released receivers Wes Kemp and Chris Manno.
Now, let's take a look at some other headlines from around the division.
Tampa Bay wide receivers coach P.J. Fleck had some high praise for Vincent Jackson's ability as a leader. That should be a real positive for the Buccaneers. They've had one of the league's youngest receiving corps in recent years. Guys like Mike Williams, Arrelious Benn, Sammie Stroughter and Preston Parker. Plus, Jackson isn't known for being selfish, like some other premier wide receivers. He's got a reputation for being the kind of guy that will try to help young receivers.
The Saints haven't made any official announcement, but they reportedly have waived running back Chris Taylor and cornerback Nick Hixson.
Daniel Cox writes about how the Falcons have a chance to be one of the NFL's best offenses in 2012. There still are a lot of unknowns, but I think the talent is in place for this to happen. New coordinator Dirk Koetter is going to have to be a little bit more creative than predecessor Mike Mularkey, though.
Mark Cook writes that Tampa Bay defensive tackle Gerald McCoy is fully healthy after suffering a biceps injury last season. That's good news about a player that has flashed some promise when he has been able to play in his first two seasons. The Bucs really need McCoy to stay healthy for an entire season for the first time in his career.
NFC West colleague Mike Sando has a chart showing how teams fared in games decided by seven or fewer points last season. All four of Tampa Bay's wins fell into that margin. The Panthers had only one win in a game decided by seven or less points. New Orleans and Atlanta each had four such wins.


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Chris vs. Previews: January 2010
The 500+ page Previews catalog can be pretty tough to get through, even for the most jaded comics reader. That's why every month, ComicsAlliance contributor Chris Sims sits down to scour the pages for the best, worst, and most mind-bogglingly insane items and bring them to you, the discerning reader, in our recurring feature, Chris vs. Previews!
P. 19 – Free Comic Book Day Books: The comics fan's favorite holiday is just over the horizon (it falls on May 1 this year, so mark your calendars!) so it's time for retailers to start ordering up the freebies, and it's a pretty good crop this year!
In order to tie into Iron Man 2, which hits the big screen the week after, Marvel's got two books starring ol' Shellhead, including an all-ages comic by Marvel Adventures mainstay Paul Tobin and Craig Rousseau, and an in-continuity team-up with everyone's favorite God of Thunder by the upcoming "Thor" team of Matt Fraction and John Romita Jr.! Plus there's the always-fun "Love and Capes" honeymoon issue, the kickoff for DC's "War of the Supermen," and a biographical comic from Bluewater — the people who brought you the infamous Stephenie Meyer comic — about Lady Gaga that's sure to be terrible.
What we're really looking forward to, though, is this:
Sure, IDW's already putting out four or five "G.I. Joe" comics every month, and sure, continuing the Marvel series after a long gap is exactly what Devil's Due did when they relaunched the franchise ten years ago, but this is the first time it's been done by Joe creator Larry Hama, and you should never, ever underestimate our love of Destro.P. 32 – The Guild #1
Believe it or not, but your humble guide to the pages of "Previews" might just be the only person left on the comics Internet who has no familiarity whatsoever with "The Guild" or its star, writer and nerd-crush Felicia Day. We are, however, familiar with "Guild" artist and "Street Angel" creator Jim Rugg, so we're going to go ahead and assume this is going to be about a plucky young girl who beats ninjas to death with her skateboard alongside a blaxploitation hero, who then go do a show on YouTube about World of Warcraft.
That's pretty much it, right? Right.
P. 116 – American Vampire #1: It was only a matter of time before DC went after the same audience that made Marvel's "Dark Tower" and "The Stand" series successful, but with "American Vampire," they've done one better by getting author Stephen King to attach his name to an original series.
But that's not the surprising part. No, that comes when you find out what the series is about, telling the story of how "the first American vampire is born… a vampire powered by the sun." You heard it here first, folks: Stephen King is straight up doing "Twilight: Year One."
P. 132 – "Fables" Mini-Busts: We never thought we'd see the day when it would actually happen, but with this month's solicitation of Snow White and Bigby Wolf mini-busts…
…we've actually seen a page where statues of male and female characters were solicited right next to each other, and the woman was dressed in a modest coat while the guy was in the ripped-up, revealing top. Well-played, DC Direct. Well-played.
P. 10 – Thor #608: Here at ComicsAlliance, we prefer to figure out what's going on in upcoming stories just by looking at the covers rather than by going through the trouble of actually reading the solicitations. Therefore…
…we can only assume that this senses-shattering chapter of "Siege" finds Volstagg, then Lion of Asgard, getting drunk — really drunk. Like Myrtle Beach drunk, and then sitting around on the couch the next day telling Fandral to stop shouting and trying to keep down a handful of Bugles.
P. 15 – Girl Comics #1: We may have mentioned this one already.
P. 29 – Ultimate Comics New Ultimates #1: No, we did not make that title up. There is a book coming out called Ultimate Comics New Ultimates.
If there is a situation in which you do not want to see a half-robot undead Frank Castle just cold mowing down Zombie Nazis, then we will never understand each other.
P. 188 – Glamourpuss #12: This month, Previews has a special focus on women in comics that kicks off with a two-page interview with Gail Simone and the promise to tag female-friendly comics with a special logo. So of course, the very first comic in the catalog to bear this logo…
…is by Dave Sim, who has famously referred to women as "The Female Void," characterized a man getting a divorce as :the excision of a five-to-six- foot leech from the surface of a human body," and advised young men that "If you look at [a woman] and see anything besides emptiness, fear and emotional hunger, you are looking at the parts of yourself which have been consumed to that point."
Slow clap, Previews. Slow. Clap.
P. 232 – Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose #61: And the hits keep coming.
P. 238 – The Green Hornet #1: Six years after he was slated to write a "Green Hornet" film, writer/director/fanfic author Kevin Smith is doing a GH series for Dynamite Entertainment, complete with a Free Comic Book Day tie-in:
Smith, who took literally four years to finish a six-issue Spider-Man mini-series, is so well-known for lateness that the two-page solicitation includes both a blurb and four sentences in the solicitation itself about how he's finished scripting the entire series, which means that fans won't have to wait for months to see the Green Hornet and Kato get high, talk about their junk, and — in Kato's case — get raped.
P. 304-305: Karakuridoji Ultimo: And now, a picture of Stan Lee as a spider-tattooed Zatoichi:
Yes, that is really mean to be Stan Lee. And yes, we had to make sure we weren't in some bizarre fever dream too.
P. 370-371 – Anime Statues: The infamous "Previews" statue section doesn't actually offer much this time around. Sure, there's one of a girl in a fetching eyepatch-and-ribbon ensemble, and one of a girl in a "uniform" that appears to be a thong bikini accessorize with guns, but compared to the usual offers, that's not saying much.
And hey, at least they don't have the "Women In Comics" blurb on 'em this time.


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To The Editor:
The American Legion Auxiliary's Christmas Gift Shop program is not a new program. It is a program which each year helps to make Christmas a bit happier and brighter for our military veterans in our VA medical centers and veteran nursing homes. It was in 1935 at the national convention in St. Louis that the Christmas gift shop program was outlined.
Missouri has seven VA medical centers and seven veteran nursing homes and the veterans in these facilities will remember Christmas 2010 for quite some time all because of the American Legion Auxiliary who sponsors this outstanding program, Christmas gift shops.
Just what are the Christmas gift shops, you might ask. Let's begin with several weeks prior to Christmas — representatives and volunteers at each of these facilities are busy preparing for the opening day of the gift shop. The gift shops are held the last of November and into December. Each facility selects its own date.
Now the opening day — picture if you will, entering a large lobby, hall or room beautifully decorated with Christmas trees, greens, holly and poinsettias. Long tables are filled with gifts of all kinds for all ages, small children, boys, girls, men and women. All items are new and all donated by American Legion Auxiliary units. Units not sending gifts donate money which is used by the representatives to purchase additional gifts. Prior to the opening day the veteran (men and women) who served our country are told that they would have the opportunity to select gifts for members of their immediate family at absolutely no cost. This indeed brought smiles and tears.
On this important day — opening day of the Christmas gift shops — some veterans in wheelchairs, some using canes or walkers are stunned at what they see. Veterans not able to leave their rooms are certainly not forgotten; as volunteers or representatives shop for them.
Gifts as we mentioned, all new, include jewelry, clothing, towel sets, housewares, toys, you name it, it is there! Units are asked to donate items they themselves would enjoy receiving or would enjoy giving to their loved ones.
In the room next to the gift shop you see a lot of Christmas wrapping, ribbon and gift tags. Volunteers, including American Legion members, are busy wrapping gifts. Some of the veterans take their wrapped gifts to their rooms, and plan to give them to family members during the holidays. Many veterans, because of distance and the possibility of not having family members visit them during the holidays prefer to have their gifts mailed. Oh, yes, as to cost, when the veterans are told that there was no charge, again smiles and tears!
If there is anything that puts one in the Christmas mood it is to attend one of these gift shops.
Each year, 2010 was no exception, the local American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 218 made a very generous contribution to the Christmas gift shop program. The donation was taken from the unit's poppy fund.
Come April or May, you will be asked to wear a poppy made by a disabled veteran. Just remember the American Legion Auxiliary's Christmas gift shops and that your donation will help to make it possible for our military veterans in VA medical centers and veteran nursing homes to have a bright and happy Christmas in 2011.


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Ted Simons: In Arizona voters passed a ban on smoking in public places. Questions are being raised as to that ban, and other aspects of smoking and if they apply to e-cigarettes, which are becoming more popular. Pavneet Singh Uppal is here with Fisher Phillips. Let's start with the definition, what is an e-cigarette?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: Well, it's essentially a vaporized nicotine delivery device. People familiar with cigarettes which involves the burning of tobacco. There is no tobacco burned in an E-cigarette. It involve as cartridge that delivers nicotine in a vapor form.
Ted Simons: There's no smoke but how much vapor?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: The visual tends to mimic the act of smoking. You will not see as much smoke as you would with a cigarette or a cigar. But you will see a puff which looks like smoke but it is not.
Ted Simons: So is that vapor harmful? Does it smell?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: It tends not to smell. And the jury is out on the harms. One of the thoughts is that e-cigarettes are essentially marketed as being healthier but for the users as well as people who may not be smokers but are not subject to the effects of secondhand smoking. That's the way it's marketed. It's a healthier alternative for the user, and it may allow the user to quit, they could for example watch out for charges to substitute cartridges with ever-smaller amounts of nicotine. It's such a new product and such a new concept the science is not complete on whether this is really healthier for the user and other people that may be exposed to it.
Ted Simons: As we mentioned. The voter approved ban on smoking. Obviously that was because of second happened smoke and the air around smokers?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: Arizona was ahead of the curve in passing a smoking ban in most public places including the concept was that this isn't just an issue that affects the smoker himself or herself, but the smoke itself, because of the effects of secondhand smoking. As of 2006 in Arizona smoking is essentially banned in enclosed places including the workplace, as well as for example in company vehicles. However, that act is limited to the smoking of tobacco. The smoke free workplace act talks about burning tobacco. When you go to e-cigarettes there is no tobacco being burned. The statute itself does not apply to e-cigarettes. The legislature may decide to do so. As of right now that act did not apply.
Ted Simons: I want to smoke some tea leaves or something I found out in the desert. It's not tobacco does that mean it does not apply? Burning an item is the key?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: That's right, that's right.
Ted Simons: You don't burn anything.
Pavneet Singh Uppal: That's right, it's vaporized, the -- it's you're not burning tobacco or tobacco-like plant based products.
Ted Simons: Bars and eateries and employers, how are they handling this? Are you seeing any of that out there so far?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: The reality is that most employers have not implemented as of yet formalized policies with respect to e-cigarettes. Employers in Arizona do have formalized policies under which employers have said you cannot spoke in the workplace or in -- It doesn't only apply to employees. There's no law that says you have to permit people to smoke e-cigarettes in the workplace. In terms of the trucks, our prediction is people we'll bell smoke e-cigarettes.
Ted Simons: I'm seeing some distant irony and get all that secondhand smoke. That's a little wrong, isn't it?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: My company, Fisher and Phillips, we're advising our clients that if you are a company that does allow designated smoking areas for your employees that smoke tobacco products, you should set up a segregated area for those who are using e-cigarettes. Many people using them are actually current tobacco users trying to quit. Their theory is they have tried the patch or to go cold turkey and that hasn't worked? I think with progressively smaller amounts of nicotine delivery, we think a best practice is that if you are going to allow people to smoke you should have a designated smoking area for users.
Ted Simons: If you're not telling them to quit, you're banishing them out there to a place where it's unhealthy. That doesn't make sense.
Pavneet Singh Uppal: Absolutely.
Ted Simons: Increasing numbers of insurance policies are looking at whether or not you are a cigarette smoker. Whether or not you are an E-cigarette smoker, is that now on the horizon?
Pavneet Singh Uppal: To my knowledge it's not already being asked. I can see insure goes that route. Most people realize if you're a cigarette smoker you might have to pay increased premiums for your policy. Is it really going to turn out that people who take up the habit of smoking e-cigarettes will be able to then wean themselves off of tobacco products? Or is it going to be something you do by yourself. It's a very new product. You can see E-cigarette commercials on television.
Ted Simons: Good information, thanks for joining us.
Pavneet Singh Uppal: Thank you for having me.


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Over 31.5 million people in the U.S. report having hearing difficulty. 3 in 10 people over the age of 60 have a hearing loss. 1 in 6 baby boomers have a hearing problem.
Many people are aware when they are losing their hearing but are not comfortable seeking help. Sometimes this is because they are afraid, may be embarrassed because they think this loss may be a sign of weakness or that they are different, or don't want to wear a hearing aid. Hearing loss is not a harmless condition. Untreated hearing loss has serious emotional and social consequences for older persons.
Untreated Hearing Loss has been linked to:
- Irritability and anger
- Fatigue, stress, and depression
- Social rejection and loneliness
- Reduced alertness
- Impaired memory and risk to personal safety
- Diminished overall health
- Emotional problems
If you have diabetes, there are some important things you should know.
- Diabetes can cause changes in the inner ear and damage blood vessels, much the same way that diabetes affects the eyes and the kidneys
- Changes in the brain cells in some diabetics can also slow the processing of complex speech sounds.
Because of this, some people with diabetes can have trouble understanding speech even if they have little or no hearing loss. If you add on top of that a vision problem, understanding speech may even be worse since visual cues are not available. See your doctor and ask to have your hearing and vision tested.
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Better Hearing Institute. Hearing Loss - Introduction. Accessed March 2008. Available at: http://www.betterhearing.org/hearing_loss/
Kathleen E. Bainbridge, PhD, MPH; Howard J. Hoffman, MA; and Catherine C. Cowie, PhD, MPH. Diabetes and Hearing Impairment in the United States: Audiometric Evidence from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 1999 to 2004. Annals of Internal Medicine 2008; 1:1-10
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Delhi - David Saker, the England bowling coach, said on Monday the side were adapting to the changes in one-day rules and promised they would have mastered them by the time of the first game against India on Friday.
England take on Delhi at the Faroz Shah Kotla Stadium today after their failure to get to grips with the new bowling regulations in the opening warm-up match against India A on Sunday.
"We definitely bowled more bouncers than we probably should have, there's no doubt about it," admitted Saker, "it's just about making sure you assess the conditions well enough."
He also revealed that given the absence of Jimmy Anderson and, for the start of the five-game series, Stuart Broad, England expect Steven Finn to lead the attack against India.
"I think that job comes with a lot of personality. I think Steven Finn is probably the one that needs to take that role," said Saker. "We've had a chat about that and hopefully he will take that mantle."
Back problems ruled Finn out of the fourth Test against India last month, as well as the subsequent Twenty20 series, but Saker sees no reason for long-term concern.
"The physio staff and the medical staff have said that the back isn't something that's going to be a long-term thing. It's just something that's flared up, we're confident that he'll be fine for this series."
As England learned to their cost in Sunday's 53-run defeat, just because an extra 50 bouncers are now available doesn't mean they must be used.
"Over here in these conditions, as we showed yesterday, the bouncer probably didn't work as well as it could have," Saker said.
The new changes to one-day cricket were rubber-stamped in October 2012, when the International Cricket Council announced that from the start of this year, bowlers can include two bouncers per over, up from a more batsmen-friendly one. In addition, the bowling powerplay, a five-over period when the fielding side is allowed only three fielders outside the circle, was scrapped.
Pace bowlers rejoiced. Since fielding restrictions were first introduced in 1992, bowlers have felt like an unprotected species. However, what the ICC gave with the right hand, they took with the left. They restored the balance in the batsman's favour by simultaneously announcing that during all non-powerplay overs (ie 35 of the 50 available), only four fielders - rather than the usual five - would be allowed outside the circle. The move is fuelled by a desire to banish the often turgid middle overs when a deep-set field restricts crowd-pleasing boundaries and makes the scorer's book resemble binary code.
Saker should be up in arms, yet he went so far yesterday as to profess himself "really confident that the new rules are good additions to the game". He added he is "a big fan of the extra fielder in the ring. I think it's going to help". - The Independent


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United States Ambassador Walworth Barbour joined with Israeli dignitaries today to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the founding of Kfar Batya, a vocational and agricultural training center sponsored by the Mizrachi Women's Organization of America.
Responding to a speech by Interior Minister Moshe Shapira, hailing American friendship for Israel, Ambassador Barbour said he hoped that Israel will not be disappointed in her belief in the United States. Also present were Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi Untermann, Itzhak Artzi, head of Youth Aliya, and Mrs. S. Deborah Ebin, honorary president of the Mizrachi Women. Kfar Batya, founded in 1947, has an enrollment of 500 pupils.


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Previous employers can discuss anything they want with potential employers. They can legally give out any true job related information based on credible evidence without liability regarding performance, promotions, and disciplinary action. Previous employers may also give out their personal opinions. When giving references, previous employers should limit their responses so that only information requested is revealed.
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A previous employer may be liable to an employee for defamation if the employer communicates false statements that result in harm to the former employee's reputation. An employer may also face a suit for retaliation if false statements are made that result in harm to the formers employee's reputation if the former employee has filed any type of discrimination charge against the employer. There are several types of statements that often lead to successful defamation lawsuits against previous employers, including:
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Ellen Gets Taylor Swift's Dating Details
Taylor Swift has been quiet about her dating life, so Ellen tried everything she could to pry the details out of her. See if she succeeded!
Taylor Swift Meets Her Ultimate Fan
Ellen surprised Taylor Swift's biggest fan with a chance to meet the superstar — and even more big surprises!
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Ellen is on the lookout for Tony's future girlfriend, and it's been narrowed down to three lovely ladies. To get it down to one, Ellen put them on the Know or Go machine!
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The one and only Mariah Carey stopped by to tell Ellen all about her pregnancy, and had quite the exchange with her!
Willow Smith Performs 'Whip My Hair'
When her hit song "Whip My Hair" was released last month, Willow Smith became an overnight sensation. She made her television debut performance with Ellen today.
Portia Shares Her Personal Struggles
Today, in a moving interview, Portia de Rossi opened up about her past struggles with anorexia and self-worth — and shared how she feels about it today.
Justin Bieber Surprises Ellen!
During Ellen's monologue, Justin Bieber dropped in unexpectedly, so she took the opportunity to get a signed book!
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After chatting with Sofia Vergara, Ellen sent her into a store on the WB lot for some hidden camera fun!
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Ellen found a woman named Reneisha who has done so much good, she deserves a brand new car! Needless to say, Reneisha was beyond excited!
Ellen Celebrates 1,200 Shows!
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Now that we're in full swing, it's hard to see this week as anything but New York Fashion Week. But outside the city — and before the start on Thursday — these celebs are hard at work showing off their own worthy style. Brooklyn Decker stepped out for the Super Bowl in cool-girl Proenza Schouler, Lily Aldridge showed off her baby bump in a sweet LWD and red heels, and Liv Tyler gave us an ultra-chic take on the tux trend. As always, the top 10 supply a whole week's worth of styling inspiration — click through to see the rest of our favorites.
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Get an overview of this hotel3-star hotel with free airport shuttle and free area shuttle
Popular property highlights
Located in the heart of El Paso, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cielo Vista Mall, Patriot Stadium, and Bassett Place. Gene Roddenberry Planetarium and The Fountains at Farah are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Hotel Features
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a spa tub, and a 24-hour business center are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 145 rooms provide free WiFi and free wired Internet, LCD TVs with cable channels, and conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Other amenities available to guests include MP3 docks, room service, and coffee makers.
Guest Highlights
- Excellent breakfast
- Proximity to airport
- Helpful staff
- Clean guestrooms
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In addition to an outdoor pool, Hilton Garden Inn El Paso Airport provides a spa tub and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.
A 24-hour business center is on site at this 3-star property. Event facilities measuring 2916 square feet (271 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. An area shuttle within 3 mi and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are complimentary for guests. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Hilton Garden Inn El Paso Airport has designated areas for smoking.
- 24-hour front desk
- Free airport transportation
- Total number of rooms - 145
- Number of floors - 4
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Conference space
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-out
- Fitness facilities
- Designated smoking areas
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free self parking
- Conference space size (meters) - 271
- Number of meeting rooms - 5
- Year Built 2011
- Free area shuttle
- 24-hour business center
- Conference space size (feet) - 2916
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Spa tub
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- Television in common areas
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- Family Hotel
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- Free Wi-Fi
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- Laundry facilities
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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
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- Premium TV channels
- Air conditioning
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Phone
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- Microwave
- Refrigerator
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- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower only
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- Cable TV service
- Free WiFi
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- Blackout drapes/curtains
- MP3 docking station
- Room service (limited hours)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Rollaway/extra beds (free)
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Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Hilton Garden Inn El Paso Airport has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Things to Do
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
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Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time ends at 3:30 AM
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Check-out time is noon
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- Children are welcome.
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- Pets not allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: USD 11.85 per person (approximately)
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Watching the Premier League Football matches online can now be equally as good as being at the actual venue. PPV live streaming is the answer to the football fans' demand for ways to follow their favorite teams on-the-go, without missing out on the real-life emotions.
While gate sales are dropping and sport fans are enthusiastically cutting the cord, many sport organizations – including football clubs – are embracing the new online outlet for their premium content – LIVE PPV streaming.
The stats around the football online viewership are a huge motivation to go PPV. For example, 28% of internet users are watching Premier League matches on TV and 16% watching online, with the latter growing rapidly.
Interestingly, one-third of those total viewers are actually playing football themselves. 50-60% are also following other European football leagues, with as many as a third of that percentage watching online (via GlobalWebIndex).
2015 International Champions Cup (ICC) available on PPV
Below is a recent shining football pay-per-view example, and its setup and promotion have been presented particularly well! VS LIVE, New Zealand's leading PPV and broadcast events company, partnered up with Cleeng and Livestream to bring online the LIVE sport emotions from the 2015 International Champions Cup (ICC).
Embarking on a territorial opportunity with the ownership of media rights for streaming of the selected ICC games, VS LIVE will offer all New Zealand fans a one-click purchase and access opportunity to this historic event. They can count on a seamless HD 'TV everywhere' experience, thanks to the advanced technology provided both by our partner, Livestream, and by a robust Cleeng e-commerce environment.
The tournament will kick off with a match between Real Madrid CF and AS Roma on Saturday, 18 July at 9:00 pm NZST. A few days later, AS Roma will face Manchester City FC on Tuesday, 21 July before the tournament winds up on Friday, 24 July with a mouth-watering clash between Real Madrid CF and Manchester City FC, both of which will start at 9:45 pm NZST.
What can you learn from VS Live to set up your own successful pay-per-view live streaming?
- Offer flexibility: You should leverage different pricing models to support a satisfying user experience. Within the International Champions Cup, VS LIVE is offering football aficionados a solid choice between a pass access to all matches ("pay once, watch them all") and a single game access. Further, viewers can pay in their local currency, which is definitely advantageous for any required currency conversions. Thanks to Cleeng's robust technology, the setup was very easy for the VS LIVE, since no additional assistance from coders or developers was necessary.
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