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UPDATE: (January 29, 1:30 p.m.)
Two patients involved in a two-vehicle crash in which a commercial truck ran into a house in Upperco have been flown to the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center injuries that are serious but probably not life-threatening.
Police and Fire units were dispatched to the 15400 block of Hanover Pike (Md. 30), near the Sportsman's Hall roller rink, at 10:06 a.m. The Arcadia Volunteer Fire Co. was first on the scene and found that a large commercial box truck had crashed into a home that sits close to the road. One man, the driver, was trapped in the truck.
The driver of the second vehicle, a Honda Prelude, also was trapped. At 10:14 a.m., fire officials called for a heavy rescue assignment, and within minutes crews were able to free both men from the vehicles. The truck driver was extricated at 10:27 a.m.; the driver of the car was freed at 10:33 a.m.
The BCoPD Crash Team investigation has begun. The truck was traveling north on Hanover Pike and the car was traveling south on Hanover Pike. The chain of events is unclear at this early stage of the investigation.
BCoFD hazmat crews removed the fuel from the vehicle to prevent spillage. BCoFD's Urban Search and Rescue Unit was assigned to shore up the seriously damaged house in an effort to prevent a dangerous collapse. County building inspectors will determine whether the home should be declared unsafe.
Route 30 remains closed at this time. Motorists should avoid the area.
Twenty-two pieces of fire equipment, including units from Carroll County, responded to this call.
UPDATE (January 29 11:27 a.m.):
Two people are being flown to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center by Maryland State Police medivac helicopter. Their current conditions are unknown.
The truck involved is a 16 foot box truck.
Original release (January 29 10:47 a.m.):
At 10:06 a.m., Baltimore County Police and Fire personnel responded to the area of Hanover Pike (Route 30) and Emory Road for a report of a vehicle into a house.
When personnel arrived on the scene, they found that a commercial vehicle had struck a home in the 15400 block of Hanover Pike and two people were trapped. Both persons have since been extricated. The truck went approximately 15 feet into the home which appears to be vacant.
One person is being flown to an area hospital by State Police Medivac Helicopter.
Crash Team and building inspectors are en route to the scene. The Baltimore County Fire Department Urban Search and Rescue Team is responding to shore up the home.
Hanover Pike is shut down in both directions in the area of Emory Road. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route around the area.

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Seasonic Platinum SS-1050XP3 & SS-1200XP3 Power Supply Reviewby E. Fylladitakis on 9/3/2014 6:00 PM EST
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SodaAnt - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkI still tend to be slightly annoyed at the low efficiencies with high power PSUs at around 5% load or 50-75W. I noticed the article even said "Obviously using a 1200W PSU to drive a 60W load on a regular basis would be rather odd, so in most use cases the efficiency will be much higher." However, I don't really think that's true. Maybe that would have been the case 5 years ago, but now even monster rigs will easily use less than 100W when they are just idle at the desktop, which is a surprising amount of time. Further, there's quite a large subset of users that get a 1200W power supply, yet use it in a build with a single GPU and CPU, merely because they think they might upgrade later.
In short, efficiencies at the low end should be higher. Reply
LtGoonRush - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - link76% efficiency at 5% load is EXTREMELY efficient, especially for a high-current power supply. There's a certain minimal overhead to power the electrical conversion hardware, and while it doesn't affect semi-passive models, the fan alone can account for 5% or more of efficiency losses at 50W draw. This overhead is also affected by the capacity of the power supply, as larger or parallel components increase overhead. The fact that a 1050W power supply is only wasting 12W of power at low load is quite respectable, and means that any improvements would have very minimal benefit. Reply
SodaAnt - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkI think that wasting 12W of power at low load is actually quite a lot, mainly because the time scale is different. I'd say at least for my use case, 70% of the time is spent basically idling (internet browsing, writing a word doc, email, etc) or just not even using the computer at all. Especially for users who don't bother to turn off their computer, the 12W loss starts to add up pretty quick. I know its not easy to do, but I feel that because its not part of the spec for 80 plus, not very much effort is going into making improvements. Reply
RaistlinZ - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkI think you expect too much. Anyone buying this is likely building a high-power overclocked rig, and wouldn't be spending much time at 5% power draw anyway. I also doubt the time, money, and effort into making PSU's 90%> efficient at 0-5% power draw is worth it from a manufacturing standpoint anyway. Reply
fokka - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkjust because people are overclocking and gaming for a couple hours every day doesn't mean the close-to-idle times are negligable. people will still browse the web, write an email or watch a video or two.
i'm not saying the inefficiencies at idle have to amount to a big loss compared to running a 1kw-pc at full load, but taken for itself it's still enough to power a complete low powered computer.
i don't know about the engineering/physics side of things, but i'd say idle efficiency is still something manufacturers should look to improve. Reply
Kutark - Sunday, September 14, 2014 - linkThe point is primarily that there is a minimum overhead that is needed to operate a power supply, and reducing that overhead is extremely difficult and in the end is not worth it. For example, if it takes say 12w of overhead, reducing that by 25% would basically put you at 9w. The return for the effort is simply not worth it (increased component costs, engineering/design costs, etc). Not many people would pay say a 10% price premium just to have the 5% load efficiency be 10% better so they can save basically save $6 a year in electricity costs.
I've honestly never understood why people can't seem to pick their battles with these things. I always love when i would see people get into arguments here over a HDD that uses 8.2w instead of another one thats say 9.6w because its a 15% difference and thats massive! Well the reality is, its 1.4w. Now, in a corporate SAN environment where you might have say 500 of these drives in an array, yeah, 15% is a big deal. But to a home user who might have at most 2 of these drives in their computer, you're talking about $4/yr in electricity costs.
Pick your battles. Reply
dealcorn - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkIf you use your over-clocking rig to browse the Internet you are wasting lots more than 12W. Get a petite, passively cooled Bay Trail desktop for browsing. Save the big rig for when you need the horsepower. Reply
rarson - Sunday, September 21, 2014 - linkSpend several hundred extra dollars to save a few bucks a year? That doesn't make any sense at all. Reply
surt - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkWhy does any power supply need to run a fan at 50w draw. Even if you're only 50% efficient at that load, you shouldn't need to actively cool 25w. If that's your overhead, just start the fan later. Reply
Samus - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI want to chime in and agree with the OP here. Any PSU over 600W is going to be inherently inefficient at idle in many PC's.
Below are my overclocked i5-4790 PC's individual power draw specifications taken with my Fluke multimeter, GW INSTEK GDS-122 oscilloscope using additive\deductive component elimination to calculate these measurements at idle within a reasonable margin of error using a PC Power & Cooling 750-QUAD 80-Plus PSU (which is really irrelevant since I am measuring current draw and using ohms law to convert into watts - the PSU has no bearing on the components individual power consumption.) However there is no reliable way to measure below 1 watt so the individual minimum component draw is such.
Core i5 4690K @ 4500MHz 1.210v draws 12.8w at idle (FIVR reported via CoreTemp)
2x8GB Crucial LPDDR3 @ 1600MHz 9-9-9 1.35v memory draws 3.2w at idle
Samsung 840 Pro 256GB SSD 1.0w at idle
Seagate 4TB 5900RPM 2.8w at idle
WD 2TB 5200RPM (2.5") 1.7w at idle
ASRock H87M-ITX measured via ATX connection 3.3+5.0+12.0 deduction 17.5w at idle
EVGA nVidia Geforce 780Ti 3GB clocked 1025/7400 1.189v 22.8w at idle
Total system draw before PSU efficiency loss is 62 watts. Since my PSU is only 75% efficient at 5-10% load, like most PSU's, my total system idle measured at the wall (with a somewhat accurate kill-a-watt) is 85 watts.
However, I need a 750-watt PSU as my load power consumption can surprisingly eclipse 600-watts at full CPU + GPU load and I want to remain below the 80% load barrier where the PSU lifespan is shortened, temperatures and noise escalate and efficiency can REALLY take a dive.
I think more attention needs to be taken with PSU efficiency at low idle state. There are various ways to do this, the most practical implementation being a dual stage power delivery circuit for different loads. Basically it would be a switching PSU inside a switching PSU, and it wouldn't be very expensive to produce because the first stage (lets say 0-100w) would be a very basic CLASS V, then there would be a voltage regulator and relay system that switches to the next stage with a supercap to isolate any voltage drop while switching.
I'm surprised nobody has done this yet. Should I patent it? Reply
ijozic - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkIt sounds like it would cost noticeably more for something most people PROBABLY won't really care about. And the market is already quite competitive.. Reply
Samus - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkThe only complicated factor is space inside the standard ATX housing, but considering there are 500-watt 80+ Gold SFX PSU's that are 1/3rd the size of ATX, making a 100-watt primary stage with a 1000-watt secondary stage shouldn't be impossible. The most expensive part would likely be the cap for the relay (1/4 farad) and obviously that cap is going to be pretty large, most electrolytic caps this size are around 5" long.
I think the BOM would be ~$20, and engineering it in isn't rocket science. This could totally be done, and if I were paying $200+ for a PSU, I'd expect some level of engineering beyond a good bridge design and PFC. Reply
jann5s - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkhave a look at the pico-PSU, these go up to 160W and are approximately the size of the ATX-plug attached to the umbilical coard of your PSU, this will definately fit. Reply
DanNeely - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkWith a picoPSU you need to look at not just the 12V to 3.3/5V (smaller models) or 19V to 12/5/3.3V circuitry on the ATX plug; but the size of the external power brick used to feed it. It's still probably feasible volumetrically, but isn't nearly as much of a gimmie as just looking at the size of the ATX plug module implies. Reply
DanNeely - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - link... especially since this could potentially be done by beefing up the existing Vsb circuit instead of adding something entirely new. JonnyGuru's testing shows current Vsb implementations aren't particularly impressive at only around 80%; but depending on how much worse current models perform below 10% some gains might still be reasonable. With the Titanium spec mandating 90% efficiency at 10% load though I'm not sure it's really worth it. On the 300-700W units that are suitable for ~90% of enthusiast systems 10% of rated power is generally enough to cover idle loads as long as you don't do anything silly (eg running an IGP powered low power mITX board with an SLI capable PSU). OTOH idle loads are steadily improving with each new CPU/GPU generation and the 80+ group will need to extend the standard to be tougher somewhere for whatever comes after titanium. Reply
TelstarTOS - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI totally agree. What's holding me to get a 1000W+ PSU is the efficiency at low loads. With CPUs getting more and more green, PSUs should do the same and not only when under full load (which is a countersense if you really think about it). Reply
DanNeely - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkMore attention is being paid to lower end efficiency than in the past; and this PSU is a prime example. While it falls short of the (new) 90% efficient at 10% load requirement for 80+ titantium, it's ~89% efficiency is much better than any of the other PSUs reviewed earlier this year did; none of which did better than the low to mid 80's at that level. Reply
Phillip Wager - Monday, September 08, 2014 - linki like the dual stage idea but i am assuming most consumers are not willing to pay more for additional cost/complexity because that small amount of power that you are wasting turns out to be a very small amount of money over the lifetime of the system. I am somewhat suprised with your test results with your system because my computer has nearly identical specs and i have a 600 watt power supply and i have never had so much as a hiccup. Maybe get a different device for measuring power draw or perhaps your power supply is not as inefficient as you think. Reply
bsim500 - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI agree, but there's not much you can do. It's the nature of high-wattage PSU's. If they came out with a 95% efficient "super platinum" PSU, lower wattage PSU's would adopt the same technology and the "idle gap" would still remain.
Personally, I have a Seasonic G360 (yes, 360W PSU) that perfectly feeds an i5 + 7870 GFX card, and pulls (measured at the wall) : 182w peak Prime + Furmark / 110-150w typical gaming load / 88w 4T Prime or X264 encode load (CPU only) and 37w idle (which falls to 26w if discrete GFX card is removed, and that's with 1600MHz Ivy Bridge idle, not 800MHz Haswell), never pulling more than 50% PSU draw even under combined synthetic CPU+GPU "power viruses", and spending 90% of its time at +90% PSU efficiency with a virtually silent fan.
That 26-37w idle wattage on these PSU's is barely 50-60% efficiency level, yet the number of people who "swear" they "need" a 1200w PSU just for a single mid-range dGPU gaming rig is quite comical. ;-) Reply
Samus - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI know, "right sizing' a PSU is something few people understand. The worst thing you could do to your wallet is spend a fortune on a 600+ watt PSU and spend another fortune paying for it to inefficiently idle over the years for that i5 with integrated graphics and a single hard disk... Reply
roncat - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkWhy would you not just use a separate power supply just for the video card? Could you not just make the commons "common" for all PSU, and use the appropriate size for each application to be the most efficient. I assume the PSU outputs are fully floated. Anyone who knows why this may not work (ground loop hell, etc.), please reply. Reply
Phillip Wager - Monday, September 08, 2014 - linkthis used to be an actual thing that people would do about 10 years ago when sli and crossfire just started coming out. back then everybody had full towers anyway that could house two PSUs the top one would be fore the system and drives and the bottom psu would be for your graphics card. back then 850-1000 watt power supplies were like $600 so getting two 350-500 watt power supplies was a more cost effective option. also cooler master and evga and a lot of brands made power supplies that just had 2-4 VGA eight pins coming off of it and it was marketed to gamers as video card power supplies and it was going to provide more stable power to your videocards and blah blah blah. Now the trend is to make everything SMALLER the majority of regular people who have home pcs their only home pc is actually a laptop or an all-in-one. The trend for gaming pcs is to make small game-console sized PCs and most full sized chasis these days dont even have the screw holes to fit a 2nd power supply on top of the motherboard anymore. and like i said in another post spending $70-150 to save at most 80 dollars of power over the life of the system is hardly worth the initial upfront cost especailly to deal with fitting another bulky heat source in your chasis. Reply
bebimbap - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkFrom an economical standpoint, "fixing" the lower efficiencies at almost no power draw is not worth your money. for example, and extra 15w of power 24/365 is only 131kwh most places in the us is about $.10 a kwh. why not just let it go to sleep, or shut off, most computers with ssds boot up to desktop in less than 30 seconds. But I digress, so continuing on, the inefficiency will cost you $13 more year for never using your computer. you have to subtract any time you are at non-idle state. but if you have that power supply for 8 years and not use the computer that entire time of course it adds up to $100 for keeping a computer idle 100% of the time 24/365. But if a psu was made to be 90% efficient at 10w AND 90% efficient at 1200w i guarantee you, you'd pay $200+ more per power supply for that efficiency or it'd be the size of 2 power supplies since you'd basically need 2. wasting 2x the money is also inefficient. Reply
Laststop311 - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - link230 is pretty expenive for the 1050 watt. I got the 80+ platinum 1000 watt seasonic for 185 45 more dollars for 50 watts is pretty crap Reply
Iketh - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkyea I was hoping to get a quick explanation of the differences between the 1050W and their 1000W, especially considering the price difference Reply
Iketh - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkNicely written article. The level of detail was superb. Reply
Freakie - Wednesday, September 03, 2014 - linkDat voltage regulation though.
I'm actually surprised the ripple was so high, usually Seasonic units completely beat every other unit in their class. But still, only PSU's I will put in my personal systems are Seasonic. Pretty legendary quality and performance. Reply
SammichPG - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkWhile I understand that there's a market for this kind of unit and manifacturers send them for the halo effect, try to get some samples of low wattage units please.
Most people will never go over 150-200W real world power consumption and others might be building their own nas so quality and silent power supplies in the 300W range are not only interesting but useful to a much bigger audience. Reply
RussianSensation - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkConsidering modern GPU's by themselves use 250-280W, and many gamers on our site use 2 of these, just in GPU power alone a solid 500W PSU is the minimum for a modern gaming rig. If all you are building is a core i3 system with no discrete GPU, then sure your system will use only 150W total.
I mean really dual overclocked 780s, overclocked i7 5820K and a 1000W PSU that runs 600-700W at load keeps the system quiet. Reply
romrunning - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI think you're validating his point more than not. Today Nvidia and AMD are looking at dropping the power consumption of their GPUs, not increasing. On this site, the R9 285 was listed at 190W, and most of the R9 28x series were listed at 250W. You would have to move up to a huge card (like a Titan or R9 295x2) or dual-GPUs (SLI/Crossfire) to exceed the capabilities of a 450-550W PSU.
I would say most gamers are going with the most powerful single card that they can afford, more so than dual-GPU options. Also, I think most gamers don't buy the extreme high-end, but they usually go for the one that provides the most bang-for-the-buck.
So, frankly, these reviews of high-output PSUs benefit very few. I believe more reviews of 450-550W PSUs along with looks at the power requirements of a few typical system builds a gamer might build with his own money would be more beneficial than a review of 1000W+ PSUs. Sure, do a few of them once in a while, but do more of the lower-output, more commonly-used PSUs. Reply
Impulses - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI'm not sure I buy that NV and AMD are putting efficiency at the forefront, seems it's kinda cyclical for each ands then they regress.
Case in point, I recently had to buy a new PSU because the 750W that could easily handle two AMD HD6950 in CFa couple years ago wouldn't be enough for two new R9 290. Ended up with a Seasonic X-1250 just because it was on sale (was looking at 1K units otherwise).
Seasonic's biggest competition seems to be themselves (they now have three top end lines? the Gold X models and two Platinum lines?) and the various brands that resell Seasonic designs (XFX etc). Reply
romrunning - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkI'm curious - how much power does your system actually draw?
A link here (http://www.anandtech.com/show/8422/amd-announces-r... said the R9 290 draws 250W. Even if they spike to 275-300W under heavy load, you still have 150W for everything else. Are you running a 220W AMD CPU or something? Reply
Impulses - Friday, September 05, 2014 - linkI could maybe get away with the 750W unit, but I wasn't really looking forward to running it at 100% load thru hours of gaming, and/or unexpected crashes while OC'ing etc. Reply
DanNeely - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkThere's something wrong with the -12V column in the table. 3A @ -12V would be 36 watts of power not 6. 3A also seems unusually high for a current generation model. Reply
E.Fyll - Thursday, September 04, 2014 - linkThank you for pointing that out Dan. The 5VSB and -12V columns were reversed, that was a typo mistake on my part. Reply
WilbertCane29 - Friday, September 05, 2014 - linkI found this to be really interesting. Are there any more sources on this? I would like to know more about this. Reply
Oxford Guy - Wednesday, December 03, 2014 - linkTypical review site doublespeak:
The power supply can be "ear splitting" and "be heard from rooms away" but:
"we do believe that very few users actually require their system to remain silent while it is heavily loaded."
Give me a freakin' break. 50+ db is related to a desire for silence how, exactly? Not having something cause someone to develop tinnitus during the warranty period has to do with a quest for silence how, exactly?
"it is known that such powerful units have a very limited target audience."
Yes, the deaf. Reply
Oxford Guy - Wednesday, December 03, 2014 - linkIt's long past time for these antique standards like ATX with 120mm fans be replaced. If you're going to provide 1000 watts of power or more, move to a new form factor. How about a 200mm fan with a vapor chamber?
Think outside of the bloody box! And, stop apologizing for these poor thoughtless designs. This power supply is unsuitable for use out side of a server room. Reply
Oxford Guy - Wednesday, December 03, 2014 - linkIt pisses me off to no end to see the same regurgitation of anachronism year after year, with the most miniscule changes being hailed as great innovation. Why can't companies actually innovate?
Make the entire top of a PC case a triple width 360mm radiator instead of these absurd tower designs with redundant narrow radiators and fans splattered all over the place, competing with each other. Link in the GPUs, the CPU, the motherboard VRMs, and the power supply with heat pipes and a giant vapor chamber. Do something instead of this piecemeal and pathetic series of attempts to shoehorn high wattage equipment into form factors that don't work.
I remember when Apple told people to drop their Apple IIIs onto desks to reseat the chips that popped out from heat — because Apple designed the case to be oh-so-pretty before it finished engineering the internals! This is the same nonsensical mentality that dominates the "enthusiast" equipment industry and review sites' appraisals. The assumption is that the form factors already exist and must be slavishly followed, no matter how idiotic the result.
But, while I sit around unemployed in disgust in the midst of cornfields I get to see the parade of banality continue...
I realize that Silverstone has done a bit with its triple and dual 180mm fan rotated designs but those are not adequate for really quiet computing with high wattage multiple GPU machines. People even suggest pairing blower GPUs with those cases. Blower GPUs! Blowers on GPUs should have been consigned to the relic bin 10 years ago. Sure... let's pair a high wattage part with a teeny tiny little fan and form factor. Then, let's put two or three into the system to double or triple the stupidity. That makes sense!
Linked heat pipes, linked radiators, big vapor chambers, single air path, the case acting as a heat sink as well... Centralized non-redundant non-competitive cooling mechanisms. That is the future, not more of the same 50+ db just for the power supply BS, teeny tiny fans, 5 or 6 airflow paths in different directions, and general anachronistic chaos disguised as cleverness.
I know it makes more money for manufacturers to keep people in the upgrade mouse wheel, trying to get a decent product by cobbling together all the half-hearted efforts but it's time to start delivering a holistic well-made product without paying Mac Pro prices or worrying about Apple's obsession with glamour.
Get with it, people. Reply


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Today's Love and Hugot podcast is all about lessons we learned after a break up. This topic was suggested by one of our listeners, Ms Dyan Sapaden.
I share my friends and followers' answers, my opninion/input about their answers, and of course, lessons I learned from my own break ups.
Do share with my your comments, answers, and suggestions.
Happy Feb-ibig! 😉


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Frozen Grapes for Fun
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Recipe by Ambervim
I was surprised at how tasty frozen grapes are. They would be great as an appetizer, snack or dessert.
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Ingredients Nutrition
- grapes, seedless (green, red or concord)
- powdered sugar
- sugar
- Jello gelatin (using as powder)
Directions See How It's Made
- I prefer to leave the grapes on the stem as I think it is more interesting presentation. Snip the grapes to 3-5 per grouping. Pull them all off if you want to do so.
- Place in the freezer for at least a few hours and if you forget about them, they will be fine days later.
- When frozen, coat them in any of the coatings above or drink powder, like lemonaide or cherry or powdery candies (remember those growing up? Maybe leave a few plain, as they are good that way too.
- Serve and enjoy or put them back in the freezer to serve later.


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A MOTHER who has never flown is preparing to jump out of a plane to say thank you to the charity which took her daughter on a once in a lifetime trip.
Jeanette Ward is embarking on a charity skydive in aid of Dreamflight, which takes children with disabilities or illnesses to some of best locations in the world.
The trips include staff with the medical expertise so young people can enjoy all the attractions other children can.
Mrs Ward's 13-year-old daughter, Hope Rempega, has cerebral palsy and is deaf.
In October, the Sharples High School pupil was taken to a 10 day all expenses paid trip to Florida by Dreamflight.
It was after hearing that some of the adults who went with the group as part of the charity were taking part in a skydive Mrs Ward decided to join in.
The 34-year-old, of Crescent Avenue, Farnworth, said: "I have never even been in a plane.
"I am getting nervous but even though I am not scared of heights, it is beginning to worry me a little."
Mrs Ward, who has three other children and two step-children, added: "I wanted to give something back to the charity.
"I could not afford to have taken my daughter to Florida and on to all the theme parks swimming with dolphins. And I felt confident letting her go because the charity takes doctors and medical teams with them.
"It is such a good charity and really helps children.
She added: "My daughter came back more confident and wanted to do things."
The money will go towards more holidays for young people, with every child costing £3,000.
The tandem sky dive takes place on May 18.
To sponsor Mrs Ward visit justgiving.com/Jeanette-Ward


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Open Thread
In a stunning non-Friday night announcement, White House advisors have said that they are nearing a recommendation that KSM and other major detainees be tried in military courts.
President Obama's advisers are nearing a recommendation that Khalid Sheik Mohammed, the self-proclaimed mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, be prosecuted in a military tribunal, administration officials said, a step that would reverse Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr.'s plan to try him in civilian court in New York City.
The president's advisers feel increasingly hemmed in by bipartisan opposition to a federal trial in New York and demands, mainly from Republicans, that Mohammed and his accused co-conspirators remain under military jurisdiction, officials said. While Obama has favored trying some terrorism suspects in civilian courts as a symbol of U.S. commitment to the rule of law, critics have said military tribunals are the appropriate venue for those accused of attacking the United States.


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Jared and Katie (Lashley) Lynch, Gerald, announce the birth of a son, Jared "Lane" Lynch. Born July 1, 2013, at Mercy Hospital Washington, he weighed 5 pounds and was 18 1/2 inches long.
Jared joins Grace Marie Lynch, 4.
Maternal grandparents are Holly Lashley, Park Hills, and David Lashley, Ironton. Paternal grandparents are Mary Roney, Leadwood, and David Lynch, Bonne Terre. Great-grandparents are Maxine and Sonny Lashley, Frank and Wendy Brown, Opal Roney and Jim and Connie Lynch.


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The Miami Dolphins (3-3) continued their losing streak when they allowed the Buffalo Bills to come south to Miami and deliver them their 3rd consecutive loss. This week the Dolphins play another division rival. A team they're historically likely to lose to. This Sunday they will take on the New England Patriots (5-2) up in New England. Having lost six times in a row to the Patriots (four straight at New England) some Dolphins' fans and those around the league are fearful that the team still has at least one more game to lose on Sunday. Going into this week in Fantasy they have another must win on their schedule and players must shine to make it happen.
Last week against the Bills running back, Lamar Miller reminded his Fantasy skeptics why he's still a factor. Despite the 21-23 loss he finished the game with 9 carries for 43 rushing yards (4.8 average) and had a nice run for 30 yards. Last week's carries were shared between he and fellow back, Daniel Thomas. Nonetheless, his yards/carry average has him ranked 12th in the league.
Miller's success at running through middle should be another route of choice considering the Patriots are without defensive beast, Vince Wilfork. Currently the Patriots are ranked 31st against the run. If you need a 2nd or 3rd option, put Miller in this week. If the Dolphins can get deep in the red zone, look for him to get his 3rd rushing touchdown since week 4, when he takes the ball through the middle.
Finally wide receiver Mike Wallace is showing some consistency. It only took seven weeks. Against the Bills he had five catches for 76 yards and even recorded 12-yards on a single rush. Furthermore, he caught a much needed deep ball from quarterback, Ryan Tannehill for 46-yards. Fantasy owners are hoping to see more of these throws as the season continues.
On Sunday, Wallace could fair just as well. In the Patriots match up against the New York Jets last week they allowed receivers to complete 13 catches for 194 yards, a 14.9 pass average. What worked in their favor was the missing in action Patriots' cornerback, Aqib Talib. His status for Sunday is questionable, but the feeling is that he will likely play. It should be noted that Wallace plays well against the Patriots (recording 2 touchdowns, 206 yards in 2 games). Considering Talib could hit the field, Wallace is likely a 2nd or 3rd option this week. Start him if necessary.
Fellow wide receiver, Brian Hartline's performance seems to be suffering with the resurgence of Wallace. In the game against the Bills he had six catches for 69-yards (11.5 average down from 15 yards the week prior). Look for Hartline to have at least four catches on Sunday and maybe a touchdown. But, going up against a pass defense ranked 8th in yards/pass attempt (6.3 yards) will give Hartline some trouble on his average. Hartline should be a third option at receiver and will likely sit in most leagues this week, depending on the bye and waiver situation.
This week can "The Brotherhood" take advantage of their healthy defense? The latest injury report had linebacker, Dannell Ellerbe listed as probable for Sunday. Great news! The defense will welcome any help that can challenge quarterback Tom Brady and his diverse receiving core. Tight end Rob Gronkowski was just getting warmed up during his first game of the season when he faced off against the Jets recording 8 receptions and 114 yards. He could be trouble this week.
Similar to Tannehill, Brady was battling a shoulder injury this week in practice. If Brady's shoulder is still an issue come Sunday he may rely on shorter passing routes and the running game. The Dolphins are 15th at stopping the run and 25th in pass defense. The fact that Brady's completion percentage is ranked the 6th worst in the league is a downside for the Patriots as well. Limiting the Patriots to the run would be the favorable edge for the Fins.
If the defense can limit the passing game too they can truly help the Dolphins get the win. Last week they finished the game with one interception and four sacks, a sign that this defense is getting healthy and improving. Considering the Patriots' weakness on offense the defense is sure to benefit. Give them the start.
Going into Sunday, Coach Joe Philbin had some pretty serious words for this team.
"We are going to have to play best game of the year and we are going to have to play well in all three phases of the game from start to finish against these guys. "
Catch the Miami Dolphins playing the New England Patriots away at Gillette Stadium at 1pm EST on CBS.
Stay tuned next week for Week Nine's Fantasy Football preview!
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If a hurricane warning is issued within 7 days of my arrival date and I have a sports or group package, does the Walt Disney Travel Company hurricane cancellation policy apply to my package?
Hurricane Policy – Frequently Asked Questions
No. The policy only applies to Walt Disney Travel Company Magic Your Way Packages. It does not apply to sports, youth, or other group or special event rooms or packages and does not apply to meetings and conventions.


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We are officially experiencing summer like weather here in Easton, PA and the Fashionistas are sporting their favorite summer garments. I was in awe of this Fashionista's flowing midi dress. She exuded such elegance with ease.
Upon stopping this Fashionista, she expressed that she recently bought the dress from Urban Outfitters. Draw inspiration from this Fashionista and sport this fun and elegant midi dress from Urban Outfitters to class or just to hang out on the quad. Midi dresses are great because they achieve the same style and grace as a maxi dress, but less dramatic; it's perfect for the college campus. This Fashionista added Tory Burch sandals to complete her look, but the same effect can be achieved by styling these teal sandals from ALDO. This outfit can also transform from day time quad chillin' to evening dinner off campus by adding these fun colored wedged sandals from ALDO.
Like this Fashionista, the look should be completed with a loose ponytail, simple accessories and shades. As the weather becomes warmer, try something new Fashionistas. Experiment with dress lengths and styles, as long as you accessorize well, you will not go wrong.


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Business Owners Frustrated After Rash of Batteries Stolen From Commercial Trucks
Business owners are frustrated and out of a lot of money after thieves stole an important item right out of their trucks.
Columbus Police said several commercial batteries have been stolen from vehicles in Columbus, Worthington, Hilliard, Groveport, and Obetz.
Business owners said the crime is costing them thousands of dollars in repairs. They said the thieves are prying open the hood of the truck or smashing windows to get inside. It's believed this crime spree is all for some quick cash.
Businesses on the north side of Columbus and Worthington have been hit hard.
Police reports show one business on Huntley road in Worthington had 9 batteries stolen in one night, while three businesses on Schrock road, including distribution trucks for AAA, also had several of their commercial batteries stolen.
A battery manager for AAA said new batteries can cost more than $100 each. However, he said they can only get about $15 in return for the scrap metal.
Hilliard police just took a commercial battery theft report from a business on Parkway Lane. The thief also reportedly took 30 gallons of diesel fuel.
Columbus police recognizes this is a pattern and say they are actively looking for the thief.
Stay with 10TV for updates on this investigation.


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Contest-Winning Brunch Pizza Recipe
- 1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1/2 pound Jones Dairy Farm Dry-Aged Bacon strips, chopped
- 1/2 pound Jones Dairy Farm All Natural Pork Sausage Roll
- 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green pepper, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 plum tomatoes, chopped
- 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Picante sauce and additional sour cream, optional
- 1. Unroll crescent dough into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; seal seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon and sausage over medium heat until bacon is crisp and sausage is no longer pink. Using a slotted spoon, remove meat to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, saute the mushrooms, onion and green pepper. Remove and set aside.
- 3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add eggs; cook and stir until almost set.
- 4. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic and Italian seasoning; spread over crust. Layer with eggs, bacon and sausage, sauteed vegetables, tomatoes and mozzarella.
- 5. Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with picante sauce and additional sour cream if desired. Yield: 12 pieces.
Nutritional Facts
1 piece: 375 calories, 28g fat (11g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 810mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
Reviews for Contest-Winning Brunch Pizza
Average Rating
"Yum! This was really good. I used all pork sausage and left off the tomato and it was perfect for my family. The sour cream was a nice addition at the end."
"Made with refrigerated pizza dough and it was really good! Keeper for sure"
"I love this recipe! U can put any meats/vegetables u like. I love it b/c of the cream cheese/sour cream mixture. Other breakfast pizza recipes seemed to be missing something, and for me that was it. Yummy!"
"Super easy and super good!"
"Took it to church for brunch potluck. Major hit. Many people asked for the recipe. Definately a keeper."


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I procrastinate often.
TV: most anything on HBO, American Horror Story, Walking Dead, Hells Kitchen.
Movies: Snatch, Pulp Fiction, V for Vendetta.
I really love books movies and television. This is a tiny sample of what I like.
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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Hit the Slopes in Aspen
Reality star Kim Kardashian hit the slopes in Aspen, Colorado today (December 30, 2013) to do some skiing with her fiancé Kanye West and her sister Kourtney.
There was not an inch of skin showing on Kanye West's body, as he was covered up from head to toe in his ski gear.
Kim herself was photograph ready, wearing her ski goggles on top of her head. She did look pretty cozy in her fur trimmed parka. Kim's sister Kourtney wore a similar outfit, opting for aviators instead of ski goggles.
I wonder if they brought baby North's new wheels along with them for the trip? I'm guessing that Mason Disick would probably get more out of the gift at this point than little Nori.
Check out more pics of Kim, Kanye and Kourtney on the slopes by launching the gallery!


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Firefighters were called to Lower West Street in Penryn on Sunday after a passerby saw embers coming from the top of a chimney.
A crew from Falmouth Fire Station were called just before 9pm, and used hearth kit, a 135m ladder and a hose reel to put out the fire and a thermal image camera to check other properties.
They also carried out a home fire safety check and confirmed the fire was accidental.


text: Investors in Sirius XM Holdings Inc ( SIRI) saw new options begin trading this week, for the May 17th expiration. One of the key data points that goes into the price an option buyer is willing to pay, is the time value, so with 81 days until expiration the newly trading contracts represent a potential opportunity for sellers of puts or calls to achieve a higher premium than would be available for the contracts with a closer expiration. At Stock Options Channel, our YieldBoost formula has looked up and down the SIRI options chain for the new May 17th contracts and identified one put and one call contract of particular interest.The put contract at the $3.50 strike price has a current bid of 13 cents. If an investor was to sell-to-open that put contract, they are committing to purchase the stock at $3.50, but will also collect the premium, putting the cost basis of the shares at $3.37 (before broker commissions). To an investor already interested in purchasing shares of SIRI, that could represent an attractive alternative to paying $3.58/share today. Because the $3.50 strike represents an approximate 2% discount to the current trading price of the stock (in other words it is out-of-the-money by that percentage), there is also the possibility that the put contract would expire worthless. The current analytical data (including greeks and implied greeks) suggest the current odds of that happening are 60%. Stock Options Channel will track those odds over time to see how they change, publishing a chart of those numbers on our website under the contract detail page for this contract. Should the contract expire worthless, the premium would represent a 3.71% return on the cash commitment, or 16.75% annualized — at Stock Options Channel we call this the YieldBoost.


text: I love bees. I always have. Aside from the fact that they can sting (and that it hurts like crazy) they're incredibly cute little creatures. Insects don't necessarily have a reputation for being cute but bees, well, even the haters must admit that fuzzy little yellow and black bodies with wiggly antennas are adorable. Bees are also fascinating social creatures. They have complex societies made up of workers, drones, and queens. When scouts find food they perform elaborate dances to communicate their discoveries. They build extraordinary fortresses of geometric exactitude and beauty. They predict the weather. They fight en-masse. And, when the time comes, they can scout out new locations for new colonies as a team. In order to successfully carry out all of the many roles in a colony, a bee must have a mechanism for storing memories. It turns out, just like in humans, sleep plays an important role in consolidating those memories.


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Lovely Cruise on ms Veendam!: Veendam Cruise Review by Cruising Jedi
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Lovely Cruise on ms Veendam!
Destination: Canada & New England
Embarkation: Boston
Before we left I posted a thread on this site titled "Sailing with Mixed Emotions" (or something close to that) because I was feeling like I'd made a mistake booking this ship, and this line. Everyone was telling me my kids would hate Holland America and be out of place there, and I got caught up in reading so many negative reviews about the Veendam. But after getting a good pep talk here I went in feeling better about things. So here is my review:
Pre-Cruise: Drove from Toronto to Boston the day before the cruise, spending the night at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Tremont St....the rooms really are small, but the hotel is nice and the location was great. Just a few minutes walk to Boston Common and Cheers. Employees were helpful and the doorman had us a cab in 2 seconds flat More to take us to the pier.
Embarkation: A little hiccup here, as we were delayed in boarding due to "the tide being too low". Apparently they could not get the gangway at a safe angle and we had to wait. They did eventually provide chairs and were good and communicating what was happening. Everyone was on their phones / computers checking when high tide would be coming, lol. As for the age thing, the very first thing a fellow passenger in line said to me was "What is a young girl like you doing in a place like this?" (I am 43 lol) Everyone laughed because me and my family were the only ones without grey hair in sight - but it was all in good fun. We later came to find out we were by far not the youngest on the ship!
Cabin: We were on Deck 5 (Main Deck) outside cabins 507 and 509 as far forward as you could get! These were port hole rooms, they were fine good views. There were no issues with motion or rocking, the entire cruise was so calm and stable it was not always easy to remember we were moving! Fair warning to light sleepers, these cabins are very noisy in the morning when coming into port - something mechanical gets turned on and it is very loud and then what sounds like the anchor chains dropping. This sounds very loud and goes on for a long time. However, it didn't bother us at all, mainly because my husband is a deep sleeper and slept right through it all, and I was up early anyway and actually grew to love the sound. I mean, we are on an actual, functioning ship at sea. Where else can you hear an anchor being lowered into the ocean right below you? What a thrill, really, and I miss it now with nothing to hear but an alarm clock and traffic. Sigh.
Fellow Passengers: Met some awesome people, young and old. Some real characters that I am going to miss. My children (12 and 14) made friends and also heard the life stories of some very fascinating people. My youngest just smiled and said "Wow, the people you meet on a cruise ship". Yeah, the people all right! I am not particularly social and had planned to pretty much just keep to ourselves but it turns out the fellow passengers really helped make the cruise special.
Food: Loved it! Did the Lido for breakfast and lunch and the dining room for dinner. My husband had a few dinners that he felt were questionable but I guess I ordered better than he did because I felt I had a great meal every night. My kids loved the Terrace Grill and usually had burgers and tacos and nachos every afternoon while playing ping pong. Wonderful Dessert Extravaganza one night on deck, wow! But my favourite dessert was in the dining room, the Banana Rum Caramel Sundae.
Staff: Everyone was wonderful. Very friendly. We did wind up tipping our cabin steward a bit extra, which is unheard of for my husband, but he was wonderful!! Only thing I found slow was the bar service, but that may be because I didn't break down and order drinks until the final day, and by then I think the bar staff already had their favourite regulars, because it took me half an hour to get a beer delivered to me, while others were getting theirs faster, and also slow to receive my wine at dinner, I was literally finished my meal and then my wine arrived...
Boston - just had time to stroll around, lovely city and we would like to visit again. Took some touristy shots outside of Cheers for the kids!
Bar Harbour - again strolled around town, walked down to the beach area, found a wine shop and picked up a cheap bottle of wine to take back on board
Halifax - walked (or should I say it felt more like a hike!) up to the Citadel, did a tour, saw the noon canon being fired and they had a 21 gun salute for Victoria Day, walked along the boardwalk and back to the ship.
Sydney - rented a car and drove out to Fortress Louisberg, and up to Glace Bay area and back to Sydney
Charlottetown - rented a car, did the Central Coastal drive, then walked around the city a bit and back to ship
Quebec City - walked around the old town, just beautiful!!
By the way in Sydney and Charlottetown we rented from Budget, they pick you up at the port, give you maps and whatever help and info you need, and drive you back to the ship when done. Easy peasy!
The Ship (ms Veendam): I went in with doubts, but I truly fell for her. The only indication of her age that I could see, is the small size compared to how big the ships are being built today. But this is a beautiful ship! Now I didn't go over everything with a microscope but she looked in top shape to me, everything working properly, no issues at all. The layout was nice, it was elegant, rooms were spacious...what a pleasant surprise for me since I did not know what to expect! My favourite spot for sailaways was in the Retreat area, just pull a lounge chair around to face aft and wave goodbye to each skyline. So peaceful.
Open Dining: Early and Late seatings were already booked so were assigned open. We thought this option would work for us since we don't like having to rush to dinner, or wait too late for dinner. But no, it didn't really work out that way. You have to arrive by 5:00-5:15 to get a table and if you miss that you are out of luck until 7:15-7:30. People started making reservations to get in at better times but then that seems to defeat the purpose of being spontaneous and eating when you want. I think this needs to improved upon. Our Open dining turned into a rush to the dining room every night to get there by 5:15. Oh well, once we got there it was all worth it. but just FYI.
Disembarkation: Efficient, smooth, fast (too fast I wanted to stay on longer) and out like clockwork. My kids devised a plan to swim out after her when she left, and they would be morally obligated to rescue us and pull us aboard and then we would have a bit more time until they put us off at the next port, lol.�
Well, I guess I have gone on a bit much, and at the same time have probably forgotten things as well. Final thought is I guess that I loved this cruise and I would cruise on Holland America and on Veendam again in a heartbeat! Less
Published 05/31/13
Cabin review: G507 / 509 Large Ocean-View Stateroom
This was a port hole room, all the way Forward on the Main Deck (Deck 5). Room was very spacious, including the bathroom. There was no motion or rocking, the port hole provided all the natural light we needed and nice ocean views. Be aware that this is a noisy room though, lots of noise from below like machinery and anchors lowering early in the morning on port days. Noise can last a couple of hours. Didn't bother me, but might not suit a very light sleeper or those that like to sleep in.Read All Large Ocean-View Stateroom (G) Reviews >>
Port and Shore Excursions
We enjoyed Bar Harbour, quaint town surrounded by stunning scenery. We just did our own thing and walked around, soaking it all up.
Since we visited Peggy's Cove on our last trip, this time we stayed in town and walked around. We visited the Citadel for a tour, then walked back to the ship taking the boardwalk area. We almost went to Maritime Museum of the Atlantic but decided not to. Will definitely go there next time. I would recommend the Peggy's Cove / Titanic Cemetary tour though.
Okay these drop down boxes really need work, because Charlottetown PEI isn't an option either, so I just chose Halifax again! Anyway PEI was postcard perfect...calm and picturesque. We rented a car here too and did about a 3 hour drive. Easy to follow and lots of good photo ops.
Yay, Quebec City is on the list of options! Anyway, the old town of Quebec City is beautiful, feels like Europe in many places. Thank goodness for the Funicular because walking up and down those steep hills is too much for me. How do they do it in the winter?? Anyway, loved Quebec City. 100% charm.
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The obverse of this Silver Medal depicts a stylish panorama of the reunited Jerusalem along with a free composition of the outstanding landmarks. The reverse shows a lion, which is the symbol of the city, surrounded by the word Jerusalem in twenty different languages. The word Jerusalem in Hebrew means "City of Peace".
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despite not having any experience in the food industry…
despite never attending a culinary school either…
and despite the fact that i can only be around until mid-september…
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got a job might get a job (edit as of 5/2/09) as an entry level pastry assistant.
YEP! It's true. Passion, love, work, effort, being nice, detail, etc. etc. etc. is all it takes. There is never one route to a goal – all it takes is to figure out what works for you.
I absolutely can't wait to start. But now, with summer roommate, summer housing, and summer job all taken care of, I can finally put 100% of my energy back into school. Last two weeks, hurray! It will be crazy but so wonderful.
I was asked to bring in some samples of my work, and I chose pairs that represented my biggest loves in life. France and Asia. Sweet and Savory. Pastries and Breads. Strawberries and Green Onion. macarons and taiwanese style kolaches.
the next year of my life is going to be so exciting.
edit 5/2/09 – don't have a job just yet, got too excited.
PS: attention to detail definitely helped. for example:
1. i called the company beforehand and asked for the recruiter's name, and addressed my application to him
2. the recruiter mentioned his wife was gluten intolerant, so i made macarons which are naturally gluten-free
3. i brought my samples in disposable strawberry containers and paper bags so they was no issue of me wanting to keep my container and forcing them to find a way to store the stuff.
4. i made some vegetarian bread as well just in case so I would not alienate any non-meat eaters.
5. i made finger food so there was no need to bring out silverware.
6. i was honest and did not lie. i told them upfront that I was going to be leaving, and that I had no professional experience 0r culinary school education. this way there will be no surprises later on. and they still were willing to hire me!
so be aware. and think about how you can make things smoother and more convenient. listening and paying attention can work wonders.
PPS: more details later since i was only verbally hired, when there is some pen to paper action I will share more :)
PPPS: for the macarons, the pink filling is strawberry almond buttercream, and the brown is hazelnut cocoa almond buttercream. for the kolaches, it's the taiwanese chewy sweet bread topped with mayonnaise, ketchup, and green onion wrapped around an italian sausage.


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Plain cigarette pack plans on hold
12th July 2013 - The government has put on hold plans for cigarettes to be sold in plain packs in England.
The decision has been criticised by health charities.
Plain packs
Plain packaging for tobacco would restrict or end the use of logos, colours, brand images or promotional information on packaging other than the brand and product names in standard lettering.
The British Heart Foundation says there's good evidence that plain packaging would help reduce the attractiveness and appeal of tobacco products, particularly among young people, and increase the prominence and effectiveness of health warnings.
Australian evidence
Ministers say they want to wait to see what effect the measure has had in Australia, the first country to introduce plain packaging. New Zealand and Ireland have also opted to follow Australia's lead.
The decision follows a consultation process which gathered more than 668,000 responses, which the Department of Health says was "highly polarised with strong views put forward on both sides of the debate."
Of those who provided detailed feedback, around 53% were in favour of standardised packaging while 43% thought the government should do nothing about tobacco packaging.
In a statement, health secretary Jeremy Hunt says: "Obviously we take very seriously the potential for standardised packaging to reduce smoking rates, but in light of the differing views, we have decided to wait until the emerging impact of the decision in Australia can be measured, and then we will make a decision in England.
"This decision is an important one and whilst we keep it under review, we'll be continuing to implement our existing plan to reduce smoking rates through ending the display of tobacco in all shops, running national behaviour change campaigns to encourage smokers to quit and through supporting local authorities to provide effective stop smoking services."
The decision has been welcomed by the campaign group Hands Off Our Packs. In a statement, Angela Harbutt from the group says: "Ministers have listened to ordinary people. This is good news for those who believe in consumer freedom and are opposed to excessive regulation."
However, several health groups have issued statements criticising the decision.
Eileen Streets, director of tobacco control at Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, is "dismayed" that the plans have been shelved: "The longer the introduction of the policy is delayed, the more children will take up this deadly habit. We know around 150,000 children start smoking every year, which is 12,500 more children taking up the habit for each month the legislation is delayed."
Dr Harpal Kumar, Cancer Research UK's chief executive says: "This decision is bitterly disappointing and lives will be lost as a result.
"The Government has stalled in the face of strong evidence and instead reacted to myths perpetuated by the tobacco industry, an industry well-known for suppressing the truth about its lethal products."
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Free, Prior and Informed Consent - Where Indian Legislation Stands
Gayatri Raghunandan
The concept of Free, Prior and Informed Consent stems from the collective rights of self-determination of indigenous peoples and is largely being seen as a part of customary international la...
2017 July 27
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India: Growing Trends of Rejection of Tribal Claims on Forest Lands
Gayatri Raghunandan
India: Growing Trends of Rejection of Tribal Claims on Forest Lands - A Critique of Geo Informatics System Mapping
2017 June 30
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Extractive Industries, Land Rights and the Indigenous Populations/Communities' Rights
With detailed field studies from Kenya, Cameroon, Uganda and Namibia, this report sheds light on the consequences of extractive industries on land rights and indigenous peoples in Africa.
African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR) and IWGIA - 2017 May 29
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Delivering on the Paris Promises while Respecting Rights
Recommendations for the negotiations of the Paris Rule Book
Contributions by: Sébastien Duyck & Erika Lennon, Lapka Nuri Sherpa, Tonya Rawe, Anabella Rosemberg, Juliana Vélez Uribe, Monica Camacho, Kathrin Wessendorf & Lærke Marie Lund Petersen
2017 May 11
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The Indigenous World 2017 UNDRIP 10 Years Special Edition
With its 59 country specific reports and 12 articles on international processes, this special edition of the Indigenous World marks the 10 years anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. The Indigenous World 2017 offers a comprehensive overview of the main global trends and developments affecting indigenous peoples during 2016.
IWGIA - 2017 April 25
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Briefing note: Survival of the pastoralists in Morogoro Region in Tanzania under threat
Forced evictions and confiscations of cattle threaten the survival of pastoralists in the Morogoro Region in the eastern part of Tanzania.
IWGIA - 2017 February 27
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State of indigenous women and girls in Bangladesh: Issues at a glance
Indigenous women and girls are the most vulnerable group in Bangladesh. They face multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination due to their gender, ethnicity, language, religion, class and geographic location. According to Kapaeeng Foundation's statistics, from January 2007 to September 2016, there have been at least 466 reported incidents of violence against indigenous women and girls in Bangladesh.
Kapaeeng Foundation, BIWN & IWGIA - 2016 October
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Briefing Note: Arrests and harassments of human rights defenders in Tanzania
This briefing note call attention to the ongoing situation of harassments and arbitrary arrests of human rights defenders in Loliondo in northern Tanzania.It offers an account of the recent events taking place in the area and background information.
IWGIA - 2016 August 25
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The Unspoken Vice in Samburu Community
The Samburu are a Nilotic community who reside in Northern Kenya. One cultural practice among the Samburu community is Girl-Child Beading. This practice sanctions a non-marital sexual relationship between Samburu men in the 'warrior' age group and young Samburu girls (usually between the ages of 9-15 years) who are not yet eligible for marriage. The practice has been in the community for centuries and is associated with a number of human rights violations.
This Research Report offers an account of the positive and negative impacts this practice has on indigenous Samburu girls in different communities and a detailed analysis of the legal framework in Kenya for addressing Harmful Cultural Practices. The Report also includes suggested strategies and recommendations to tackle the negative effects Girl-Child Beading have on Samburu girls' lives.
Samburu Women Trust (SWT), KIOS Foundation & IWGIA - 2016 April
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The Indigenous World 2016
With its 54 country specific reports and 12 articles on international processes, this new edition of THE INDIGENOUS WORLD gives a comprehensive overview of the main developments that have affected indigenous women and men in the course of 2015
IWGIA - 2016 April
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Mining and Indigenous Peoples in Colombia
Ana Cecilia Betancur and William Villa
This desk study documents the adverse impacts on indigenous communities from coal mining in the regions of la Guajira and Cesar, home to 90 percent of Colombia's coal production as well as several indigenous peoples such as the Wayuu, Yukpa and Kogui
IWGIA - 2016 February
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The San in Zimbabwe: livelihoods, land and human rights
This report looks at the situation of the Tshwa San living in western Zimbabwe. Information on this small indigenous minority group has so far been limited. Due to unique social and cultural barriers, the Tshwa face a number of constraints and challenges that need to be dealt with.
IWGIA and OSISA - 2016 January
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Tanzania Pastoralists threatened: eviction, human rights violations and loss of livelihood
The report explores the evictions of pastoralists and other conflicts over pastoralists' land in Tanzania, with focus on the past decade. Although most of these evictions and land base...
IWGIA, PINGO's Forum, PAICODEO & UCRT - 2016 January
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Indigenous Peoples, Afro-Descendent Communities, and Natural Resources: Human Rights Protection in the Context of Extraction, Exploitation, and Development Activities
Inter-American Commission on Human Rights
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) addresses in this report State obligations with regard to extraction, exploitation, and development activities concerning natural resources.
OAS with the financial support by IWGIA - 2015 December 31
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Indigenous Heroines: a saga of tribal women of India
Alma Grace Barla
This book tells the life stories of a number of extraordinary tribal women, who has contributed to modern Indian nation building, fought for independence, lead contemporary social movements or achieved outstanding results within sports.
IWGIA - 2015 December
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Climate Change Mitigation strategies and evictions of indigenous peoples from their ancestral land. The Case of Tanzania.
The advent of climate change in Tanzania has seen increased rates of eviction of indigenous peoples from their ancestral lands for reasons ranging from land based investments to enlargement of protected areas. This policy brief examines the problem and offers some recommendations.
PINGOs Forum, IWGIA and TIPTCC - 2015 December
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Renewable Energy Projects and the Rights of Marginalised/Indigenous Communities in Kenya
Kanyinke Sena
The fact that energy projects are green does not necessarily mean they accept and protect internationally-recognised human rights norms, such as the rights of indigenous peoples.
IWGIA and Indigenous Peoples National Steering Committee on Climate Change (IPNSCCC) - 2015 November 20
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IWGIA Annual Report 2014-2015
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Indigenous Peoples Major Group Position Paper on Proposed SDG Indicators
Elaborated by AIPP, CADPI, IITC &Tebtebba
The global goals and targets for sustainable development have been adopted but indicators are still being formulated. Indicators define what will be measured, and thus how the goals and targets will be implemented. In this position paper Indigenous peoples point at some of their most central concerns on indicators, implementation and monitoring of the 2013 development agenda.
2015 October 21
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Mission Saranda: A War for Natural Resources in India
Gladson Dungdung
This book addresses the contemporary issues of mining and communities in Eastern India. It documents the struggles and the human rights violations in Saranda Forest which is one of the most extensive surviving Sal forests in Asia, a centre of bio-diversity and a repository of India's rich Adivasi cultural heritage. Its destruction by mining companies aided by the government is testimony to the short term thinking of a modernising state blinded by its rhetoric of development.
Bir Buru Omapay Media & Entertainment LLP - 2015 August
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Human Rights Based Approach to Development as experienced in ten Indigenous communities in the Philippines
This publication sums up the experiences and lessons learnt from strengthening the capacity of indigenous peoples in using the human rights based framework in asserting the right to development as it has been implemented in ten indigenous communities in the Philippines.
Cordillera Indigenous Peoples Legal Center - DINTEG - 2015 August
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In defense of our right to our mineral resources in our Ancestral Territories
Report on the struggle against the Xstrata-SMI mining venture in the Blaan ancestral territory on Mindanao, the Philippines.
DINTEG & KALUHHAMIN - 2015 August
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Shifting cultivation, livelihood and food security: New and old challenges for indigenous peoples in Asia
It documents seven case studies which were conducted in Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, the Lao People's Democratic Republic, Nepal and Thailand to take stock of the changes in livelihood and food security among indigenous shifting cultivation communities in South and Southeast Asia against the backdrop of the rapid socio-economic transformations currently engulfing the region.
FAO, IWGIA & AIPP - 2015 May
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Research and Information Visit to the Republic of Tanzania
It analyses current challenges related to land rights, political participation, education, gender equality etc. It also looks into specific cases of human rights violations as well as positive government initiatives that could be further developed, and makes recommendations to the Republic of Tanzania, the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, Development partners and to civil society organizations.
African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights & IWGIA - 2015 May
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The Indigenous World 2015
With 69 articles and country reports, this edition of The Indigenous World gives a comprehensive update on the current situation of indigenous peoples and their human rights, and reports on notable developments in international processes relevant to indigenous peoples in 2014. It is an indispensable tool for those who need to be informed about the most recent issues and developments that impact indigenous peoples worldwide.
IWGIA - 2015 April 21
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Land Rights Indicators in the Post-2015 SDGs: Recommendations for Inter-Agency Expert Group & Other Policymakers
The success of the Post-2015 sustainable development goals (SDGs) will depend on the adoption of indicators that
allow measuring progress towards targets and provide helpful information to policymakers. As member states move towards the next inter-governmental negotiations, we propose two indicators that we believe are fundamental to achieving 'the future we want'. We confirm that these indicators are meaningful, universal, and feasible, and that they capture fundamental realities affecting key stakeholders at the heart of the SDGs.
2015 March
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Briefing Note: Ethnic Violence in Morogoro Region in Tanzania
In early 2015, Maasai and Datoga citizens living in the Morogoro region of Tanzania were victims of deadly, ethnic violence. According to reports from local media, the assaults were instigated by public figures interested in acquiring land, and state authorities have not intervened to protect Maasai citizens. Police protection has instead been given to others who are illegally cultivating officially registered Maasai land.
The brief calls for urgent action to halt the violence in the Morogoro Region and to put a stop to the current culture of impunity. It states that without strong and public action from the highest levels, Maasai and Datoga citizens will continue to be stigmatized and the prospective of nation-wide violence will remain a threat to stability, development, and peace in Tanzania.
IWGIA - 2015 March
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Business and Human Rights: Indigenous Peoples' Experiences with Access to Remedy. Case studies from Africa, Asia and Latin America
The book addresses cases from each of these continents, examining the experiences of indigenous peoples with access to remedy when their human rights are affected by corporate activities. By drawing from these experiences it seeks to inform the actions of corporate and State actors in relation their business and human rights obligation to ensure that indigenous peoples have access to effective remedy.
IWGIA, Almaciga & AIPP - 2015 March
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Indigenous Peoples' Rights in International Law: Emergence and Application
This diverse collection of essays and articles emerged from a workshop held in Oslo in March 2012, hosted by the Norwegian Center for Human Rights and the University of Oslo. The purpose of the workshop was to gather memories of how the international community had decided to examine the situation of Indigenous peoples, to explore, explain and celebrate their pioneering work within the United Nations and the International Labour Organization. The participants also examined the impact of that work and were further asked to identify desirable future developments.
Gáldu & IWGIA - 2015 January
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Secure and equitable land rights in the Post-2015 Agenda
This technical briefing authored by a number of international organizations working on food security, natural resources management and poverty eradication and endorsed by many local civil society organisations around the world strongly encourage governments to keep the profile of land and natural resources high in the document on sustainable development goals to be endorsed in September 2015.
Forest Peoples Programme, International Land Coalition, Rights & Resources, Global Witness, Landesa, Huairou Commision, Action Aid, Habitat for Humanity, GLTN, Millenium, Biovision, IASS Potsdam, Namati, iied, Oxfam and IWGIA - 2015 January
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Friskies launches three tablet games... for cats
0. phoneArena posted on 20 May 2011, 09:19
We knew that tablets were growing more and more popular, but after cat-food producer Friskies launched three tablet games for your feline friends we can truly acknowledge that slates have become truly universal…
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1. OGDroid (Posts: 14; Member since: 27 Apr 2011)
I wouldnt want my cats paws clawing at my screen! (even with a screen protector) If I had a cat that is.
13. ATTCallCenter (unregistered)
I don't need a pussy pawing on a pad
2. Knicknevin (Posts: 151; Member since: 18 Mar 2011)
A game for a cat on a tablet? Last time I checked, cats didn't make enough money to buy a tablet...
Ok, more serious, the chances of a claw coming out and scratching at that screen...too much chance for me, and i can get a toy for them for $3 at the store that can keep them for hours.
I may love the high tech toys, but my cats do not need them.
7. SuperAndroidEvo (Posts: 4888; Member since: 15 Apr 2011)
Hey my cat is Garfield Google him, he makes lots on money, more money than me. lol He is worth hundreds of millions! So watch what you say about cats not making enough money. My cat can buy everyone who blogs on PhoneArena an iPad 2! lol :-)
3. skymitch89 (Posts: 1366; Member since: 05 Nov 2010)
I don't really know anyone in their right mind that would let their cat(s) play with their iPad.
4. dudemanrod (Posts: 39; Member since: 15 Apr 2011)
that's what everyone needs... paw prints on their ipad from a sh*tty liter box
5. SuperAndroidEvo (Posts: 4888; Member since: 15 Apr 2011)
I guess where there is money to be made then cats get their own game. I would be worried that kitty might ruin the iPad in a lot of ways. They can piss on it, puke on it, scratch it, & so on. I can see people buying this though, I people buy clothing for their pets, people will surely buy these games for their kitties. Wow where is the planet going to. Tomorrow May 21 is the End of the World & the iPad is now making games for cats! lol :-)
6. SuperAndroidEvo (Posts: 4888; Member since: 15 Apr 2011)
Sorry "people buy clothing...." I type too fast for my own good.
11. snowgator (Posts: 3604; Member since: 19 Jan 2011)
Yeah, but even as the Rapture comes on Saturday- remember all dogs go to Heaven.... Cats are kinda screwed. They need SOMETHING to do ....
9. luis_lopez_351 (Posts: 951; Member since: 18 Nov 2010)
Wheres a Parrot version :)
10. snowgator (Posts: 3604; Member since: 19 Jan 2011)
And this weeks sign that the Apocalypse is closer than I thought ....
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TV Land has handed a series order to Jennifer Falls, a single-camera comedy starring Jaime Pressly. The project originally was developed as multi-camera but was shot as a single-camera pilot and will now mark TV Land's first single-camera series. Jennifer Falls centers on Jennifer Doyle (Pressly), a career woman and mother who must move back in with her own mom after being let go from her high-powered, six-figure-salary job. With her teenage daughter in tow, Jennifer has to face her new life and figure out the next steps to rebuild. Jennifer Falls is executive produced by creator Matthew Carlson, Michael Hanel and Mindy Schultheis.
TV Lands Picks Up 'Jennifer Falls' As First Single-Camera Comedy Series
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Make it "Poison Ivy's dress falls" and I'm in!
Love Michael and Mindy! Happy for them and Matthew!! Can't wait.
Yay, Jaime.
Love Pressley but this premise is painfully unoriginal at this point. I can think of two other failed series in the last year alone with the same premise…and I'm sure there've been tons of them I've completely forgotten.
Hopefully it rises above its premise.
Wow, the old "Moving back with the parents" story. Didn't Sarah Chalke just do this same premise?


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The broadcast network will hold a panel for 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' on July 19 and 'Wonderland' on July 20, while Starz will screen Michael Bay's 'Black Sails' pilot at the San Diego convention.
Fairytale characters and Marvel's heroes will collide at the upcoming 2013 San Diego Comic-Con. ABC has announced that two of its new series, "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." and "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland", will take part at the annual convention.
The panel for the Joss Whedon-created show will take place Friday, July with the director of "The Avengers" set to attend. The "Wonderland" panel, which will feature the cast and producers, will be held a day later. Its mother show, "Once Upon a Time", will also throw a panel on the same day.
Further details about time and location of the panels will be announced two weeks before the Comic-Con on the official website. So far, TV shows which have announced their participation include "How I Met Your Mother", "Hannibal", "Sleepy Hollow", "Bones", "Black Sails" and "Sons of Anarchy" among others.
"Hannibal" (NBC): Panelists include Bryan Fuller, Hugh Dancy, David Slade and Martha De Laurentiis doing a Q&A following a sizzle reel of season one footage. 6:45 P.M.
"Murder Police" (Fox): Panelists include creators David Goodman and Jason Ruiz, as well as voice talent Will Sasso, Chi McBride, Peter Atencio and Justina Machado.
"Black Sails" (Starz): The pilot for the Michael Bay pirate drama will be screened (no panel).
"Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." (ABC): Panel to include Joss Whedon, Marvel's head of TV Jeph Loeb and additional special guests.
"Banshee" (Cinemax): Panelists TBD.
"Sleepy Hollow" (Fox): EPs Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci and Len Wiseman will unveil the new project with an exclusive, world premiere screening of the Pilot followed by a Q&A with fans featuring series lead Tom Mison and Nicole Beharie.
"Bones" (Fox): Creator and EP Hart Hanson, EP Stephen Nathan and star David Boreanaz all return with unseen footage and a Q&A session.
"Bob's Burgers" (Fox): The entire cast, including H. Jon Benjamin, Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal and Larry Murphy, will be on hand for the screening and panel.
"Brickleberry" (Comedy Central): A full new episode of season two will debut with an intro from creators and EPs Waco O'Guin and Roger Black.
"Once Upon a Time" (ABC): Panel to feature cast and producers.
"Once Upon a Time in Wonderland" (ABC): Panel to feature cast and producers.
"How I Met Your Mother" (CBS): The very Con-friendly cast - Josh Radnor, Cobie Smulders, Jason Segel, Neil Patrick Harris, Alyson Hannigan - join the EPs for their first ever panel.
"Futurama" (Comedy Central): Most of the voice cast from the series will be on hand to discuss the resurrected (and re-canceled) cartoon and introduce scenes from the upcoming "Last Episode Ever".
"The Simpsons" (Fox): The 25-year-old cartoon promises never-before-seen footage from guest director Guillermo del Toro, among other things.
"Family Guy" (Fox): A season 12 preview is on the schedule, along with Seth Green, Alex Borstein and surprise guests.
"American Dad!" (Fox): Panel will include world premiere of a song from the never-before-seen Christmas episode.
"Sons of Anarchy" (FX): Creator Kurt Sutter and stars Charlie Hunnam, Katey Sagal, Ron Perlman, Maggie Siff, Kim Coates, Mark Boone Junior, Tommy Flanagan, Theo Rossi, Dayton Callie and Jimmy Smits are all on board for the closing day panel.


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El Bulli Documentary Screens in Long Beach This Sunday
You think you have to cook under pressure this Thanksgiving? Imagine being a young stagiaire and invent a new dish that'll impress the master of avant-garde cuisine Ferran Adrià. That's just one snapshot within the documentary film El Bulli: Cooking in Progress.
The only Los Angeles-area screening plays this Sunday, November 27 at 2 p.m. at the Art Theater of Long Beach. Chef Adrià closed El Bulli as a restaurant earlier this year, and transformed it into a culinary academy, so this film is the closest most of us will ever get to experiencing the near-mythic 30+ course tasting menus.
As of this writing, there is only one showing scheduled at the Art Theater, and we suspect that it will sell out. Advance purchases for this film are available online, or in person at the The Art for $9. Event spokesperson Diane Gershuny said that the theater may extend the engagement based on the response to the first screening, but for now, it's one show only. You snooze, you lose.
Art Theater of Long Beach. 2025 E. 4th Street. Long Beach; (562) 438-5435. www.arttheaterlongbeach.com.
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