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** Quick Skip Product Review **
Power: 550 watt wet and dry designed upright.
1.5 litre tank double fill.
7.5 metre power cord, with quick release tidy hooks.
6.1kg total weight without water solution.
Standard retail price £99 to £129.99
Nars price £64.99 including P&P from eBay seller; reconditioned model.
Comes with 1 bottle of AAA carpet shampoo (1 litre) & 1 bottle of Multi floor cleaner, (1 litre), additional hard floor squeegee attachment.
Thermal cut out reset button and power button both rubber protected.
Moving brush roll on/off switch.
Can also be used as a bagless dry vacuum before wet shampoo commences.
** This is a long review and appeared previously on Ciao **
I love my old Vax canister; its big, its blue, it has a power control and about ten different attachments to do normal vacuuming or carpet and floor washing. The problem is that whilst the Vax canister is getting on a bit, and it never fails to suck up anything the hose and floorhead are put near it, its a monster of a machine weighing in at nearly 9kg with everything added. Im sure if youve used a canister 3 in 1 machine before youll be no stranger to the weight and bulkiness old tubs like the old Vax design command. And lordy by the time it takes to set everything up, its a wonder you havent keeled over for the amount of time youll need to put your back out stretching and pulling the hose along the floor whilst the Vax gets to work on stubborn stains!
Well how times move on...Vax are no stranger to experimenting with wash vacuums having made an upright in the mid 1980s which could suck up water and wash carpets, but back then its model was also slightly bulky and time consuming. Their Sahara model was strongly criticised for its lack of power despite the claim that it could suck up water at 250mph! Since Vax have more or less merged with American company, Dirt Devil (and not to be confused with the Alba owned outfit Dirt Devil company here in the UK) they have been able to access a myriad of American machines and put Vaxs label on them; the result is this Vax Rapide V0-29 upright washer.
So when my parents got their new flooring put in, which included the marble tiles in their bigger bathroom and a wooden floor in another room, my mum went out and bought a JML mop from Woolworths and after two breakages on two replacement mops at the same design fault, the mops were duly returned. What this Rapide model does however is minimise bulk from older designed machines, has a bit more power and can tackle both hard flooring and carpet. So the time came to look for a wet washer model which could tackle both floors; Bissell have launched the already U.S established model the "Flip It," hard floor/carpet stick vac onto the UK market. Whilst the "Flip It" model has an excellent 2 way versatile design it does not have an actual beater brush bar to aid cleaning and Im already used to that principle with my old Vax canister. The Rapide V0-29/Q model however has brushes built in permanently and this was one of the considerations I was looking for as well as it being smaller and more compact than the current Vax models on offer.
** Switches, Labels & General Design **
Briefly and generally the V0-29 is well marked out although there is a lot of wording and labelling on the machine itself. Three main pedals/switches on the Rapide control the nozzle setting from wet to dry vacuuming, a brush on/off function and the main power button, rubberised just like our old Vax to suggest protection from wet hands. A looped handle with a blue trigger button ensures less hand fatigue as well as better controlled steering.
The handle swings down and up easily with only a slight stop on the central rear pedal before realising that it will not lie flat like an upright dry dirt vacuum cleaner. I'm glad in a way however that Vax have resorted to the older principle of just fitting a handle release and handle which will lower and heighten itself to the requirement of the owner; many upright vacuums these days have a thick motor hinge in the middle which restricts owner's heights.
** Dry Vacuuming Mode **
In terms of dry normal vacuuming, there is suction available from its vacuum only function, but the paper washable filter is tiny and it's only suitable for quick dry dirt suction on the same floors you are about to wash as opposed to being a main upright vacuum cleaner with a small facility to wash. Vax have labelled this model as a hard floor cleaner as opposed to a universal twin wash and dry vac. At least in its primary colour of white it is easy to see where it gets grubby and can be washed down with a damp cloth. However even if it does have a revolving brush bar, this doesnt necessary mean that as a normal upright vacuum, the V0-29 will adhere to the same principles of taking up dirt. The moving brush is only for the washing mode and suction channels in the base of the V0-29 suck up dirt by suction only.
** Getting Rapide ready for use **
When I received this model it was already packaged up in a box and all I had to do was tighten the handle by four cross head screws to fit the handle. The power cord, like many uprights these days (wet or dry type) is already fitted and it fits to the top and bottom of the cleaner at the rear via a main orange quick release hook. Two floor heads are supplied - a rubber squeegee floor head for hard flooring and a floor head for carpets. The floor head not in use at the time of cleaning can be slid and stored in a special hiding area located at the back of the Rapide; something which I find really handy as it wont get lost and can be swapped around any time during certain cleaning tasks.
These floor heads however are very easy to install onto the Rapide. It only takes seconds to twist the lock (orange) before the main water channel pipe (a clear hose so you can see blockages) at the front of the floor head to fit the optional tools into place. The hard floor head is a light blue colour whereas the carpet floor head is clear acrylic but both state clearly what they are for by written decals. Both heads however are easy to clean because a tap can be pushed down the main channels and literally the flow of water washes out the dirt.
The main water tank is a long blue acrylic bin which is double walled. Inside it sits the main dirt filter and a white plastic see through grid.
** Setting Up For Wash **
Filling the solution into the Rapide however is a lot easier than our old Vax canister. There are no tubes to unlock here, no pump to sort out either. The empty bin for example looks like a double walled clear acrylic water tank which at first thanks to the instructions I thought was a single tank due to the wording in the manual. It kept stating "clean/dirty tank," and I originally began to think that the tank was a single unit which held clean and dirty water together and through the "cyclonic" action managed to displace both states of water separately. Oh if only it was this clever!
However, by releasing the tank at the front (via orange lock just like many bagless cyclonic upright vacuum cleaners) an inner filter is revealed as well as an opened out plastic filter carrier which actually doesn't hold anything other than dirt in use. Here is where you DON'T fill it with water but insert and drop in the carrier and paper filter top back into the tank and align the arrows, whereupon similarly when emptying dirty water you just lift the top off and the tank can be emptied out. So where does the clean solution aided water go?
At the back of the bin there is an orange screw top where once it is undone you can measure the solution in the cap and pour it into the backing. At first I didn't think there were any holes here and I couldn't imagine pouring water down the same small measuring spot at the back. 40°C is the maximum temperature of hot water which the Rapide can take so in this instance I used hot tap water as opposed to boiling hot water. Poured into a small water jug (which Vax could well enclose to make filling easier) there are markings fore and aft on the tank which show where the maximum amount of clean water and soap mix can reach.
Sure enough by pouring into the screw cap fixing, water appeared to flow down into the secondary wall of the tank; it is a pity that Vax do not show this in their user manual as the owner could well be as puzzled I was initially. Once the water has been filled and the tank installed (just like a bagless bin on uprights the bin is easier to install if the bottom of it meets the holder and swung into place and locked) the Rapide can be used.
And if you put in too much water, the Vax's cyclonic action in the water raises the white plastic grid to the top and switches the Rapide off automatically as opposed to standard motor burn out/thermal protection.
The time it takes to set up old Vax canister? Around 8 to 10 minutes to install and fit everything together including the floor head. The time it takes to set up Vax Rapide? 5 minutes if you have never done it before, 2 minutes thereafter.
** Performance **
* Washing on Hard Floor *
When the Rapide is switched on, it is possible to start washing the floor automatically although the solution in the tank only emerges once the blue trigger on the white handle loop is squeezed. In use the solution is spread over the floor from under the Rapide and the two soft rubberised wheels ensure marking is kept to a minimum. There are only two wheels at the back of the cleaner to aid movement, rubberised so not to damage flooring and in use although the floor is wet the Rapide tends to slide around until the water is sucked up. On hard flooring the soft brush roll comes into its own even if it is only to add agitation. But the Rapide is generally fast over light staining on hard flooring; particularly when once the trigger is not squeezed the Rapide will suck up all the dirty water through its removable floor head and is totally viewable. Here is where extra noise occurs; not from the motor but from the squeegee which starts to howl and squeal over the floor surface. Once it does this, the floor is dry! Not only that but when the floor is becoming dry, the wheels at the back give the owner a second opinion by gripping the hard floor surface where previously the wheels slid about easily.
In terms of light staining such as recent liquid drink spills, the Rapide is excellent at pick up. However with only 550 watts of power, there is not sufficient pull where stubborn or old stains prevail on the floor despite the moving brush roll. I found I had to go over and over stubborn stains against Vax's claim here but luckily in use the weight of the cleaner is lighter than when carried and moving the machine to and fro can be done by a couple of fingers on the handle as opposed to a whole hand.
One very handy aspect over our old Vax canister though is the fact that when all the solution has been used up (the trigger controls the flow so you can keep some back for the next task) the Rapide rises in motor pitch sound to let the owner know that the solution and water has run out.
** Washing on Carpet **
For carpet use the floor head has a thick plastic agitator line similar to our old Vax canister but the difference here is the extra agitation of the permanent brush roll on the machine itself. Vax have given the brushes a different colour rather like a rainbow and there's even a small screen in the middle so that the owner can see the state of the brushes in use. In terms of scrubbing action, the Rapide betters our old Vax canister because there are brushes here as opposed to none on the old canister model. I found using the Rapide on both surfaces just as good although stubborn stains were harder to break down and shift and again takes a bit longer moving the machine to and fro until the stain has disappeared. Edge channels on both floor heads also mean that edge brushing and washing is also available on skirting boards.
** Manoeuvrability **
Manoeuvring and handling the Rapide is wonderful though. At 6.1 kg the Rapide isn't the lightest wash vacuum I have tried but the general softness of the plastic as well as the LG/Oreck style helping handle means that hand fatigue is reduced and at some points I found pushing and pulling the Rapide back could be done just using a pinch of two fingers on the handle and mimics a light use similar to our Sebo upright. I would never be able to have done this with our old Vax canister!! As soon as the Rapide sucks up the water and leaves the floor dry, the wheels start to regain their grippy texture which maximises steering. Carrying the Rapide is also easier to lift from the handle at the rear of the machine rather than from the handle at the top; the main floor head though is large so it is useless for cleaning carpeted or hard floor stairs. At least the 7 metre power cord is long which means transferring from room to room doesn't pose a problem. Carrying it is not something I recommend, it can be tipped on its rear wheels and wheeled back to storage after use though like many upright vacuums.
** Emptying and Motor Noise **
In terms of the dry dirt vacuuming only, dirt collected goes to the inner filter located at the top of the tank. The user manual states that the filter must be dried if it is cleaned and washed but since using it for washing, I discovered that the filter gets wet anyway and dirt can be either tapped into a bin (as the manual suggests) or removed by using a small clean paint brush. The filter is similar to HEPA filters though; fine paper pleats are easy to see and dirt trapped in between is reasonably easy to dislodge.
Emptying is as easy as installing. Unlock the tank, carry to the sink, lift the filter cartridge out (the only part which unlocks is the inner dry dirt collecting filter) and emptying the dirty water into the sink. I always get rid of solution in the tank too although it is possible to leave the soapy solution in the inner walled tank of the same bin for the next time you use it.
Surprisingly, the motor noise isn't as quiet as I thought it would be. After experience of my Vax Quicklite dry upright, the Rapide is noisy although in use with the constant squawking and squealing of the squeegee it can get too much if used for a prolonged time.
** Other Downsides **
If you are thinking of buying this machine and thinking it would act as a main wash vac in your home; don't. There are many reasons for this;
The Rapide has a small tank capacity of only 1.5 litres total volume (0.75 litres dry dust) which limits appeal but in use meant a tank lasted us two rooms before giving out. Always keep a warm fully filled kettle on supply before use if the intention is to clean more than one or two rooms depending on size.
Secondly, the Rapide gets difficult to push when either floor heads have completely sucked up all water and solution. Rapide can only wash sealed hard flooring as opposed to unsealed.
Thirdly, what a great pity there is no additional hose to aid above the floor cleaning or for cleaning upholstery. Like many things in life this is a compact upright which is designed for small homes and larger models in the Vax range (and probably more expensive) have a smaller hose with small tools to deal with fabrics and upholstery.
Fourthly the agitator brush screen cannot be removed to aid cleaning after tasks have been done and it is additionally moved by a drive belt which can be ordered from Vax if it breaks. Although it looks if the screen can be prised open using a blunt knife it doesnt have thick points on it which look as if the screen can be put back. Able fingers or a paint brush can be inserted into the brush roll itself to remove any viewable dirt which gets on the screen and if used regularly a lot of dirt does accumulate there.
** The User Manual **
The user manual is a black and white booklet which shows diagrams rather than the real model; Vax would do well here to properly word and show where each part of the info is applicable instead of the owner trying to fathom out particular areas on the machine.
** Shampoo Tips **
Far from trying to pad this review out any further I must add some very important information! Whilst two bottles of different cleaning solution came with this cleaner, the retail price for each bottle is priced individually between £4-99 and £6-99 available from Argos, Vax themselves (online), eBay and on the high street at several different supermarkets and domestic companies such as Comet, Currys, Miller Bros and John Lewis for the 750ml version against the bigger 1 litre bottles.
Whilst both solutions are great and adhere to what they deliver in tems of shampoo action and cleaning, I've changed the solution brand to 1001 3 in 1 shampoo which like Vax products does a similar job, low foaming too, leaves a lovely smell and is also approved by Woolsafe carpets. Price per 500ml or 1 litre bottle; a mere £1! As such cleaning carpets and floors has never been so cheap! 1001 is available at Semi Chem, privately owned pound shops and at some supermarkets.
** Conclusion **
If you have a heavy, bulky canister with a long hose which can wash carpets already but need something more compact and upright I definitely think the Rapide V0 29/Q is worthy of consideration.
The Rapide does very little wrong other than the fact that if it had a larger tank and more power/suction, it could replace two machines in one but then I think the weight would be heavier as a result too. As a second back up machine it replaces the need to set up our old Vax unless I intend to wash large rooms where there are expansive areas of carpet. In short it is a breeze to use and doesnt involve stooping or sore backs when the cleaning is over and done with.
The Rapide V0-29 does what it states on its label mostly I found it is perfect for quick flooring clean ups on either carpet or sealed hard flooring and even with heavy staining when it needs some more time spent with it, Id rather use this than get our old Vax canister out. When it takes up little more space than a standard large upright vacuum cleaner with no hoses to worry about, the size is a bonus. Thanks for reading. ©Nar2 2007.
Model: V-029/V029/V029Q. Also goes under the name "V029 Rapide TotalFloors."
Purchased from eBay seller: gradedelectricalsdirect.
Short name: Vax V-029


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I expect I wasn't alone in my disappointment among long-time Marvel readers when the cast and characters for ABC's Marvel Universe-set TV show Agents of SHIELD were revealed and there was no Clay Quatermain, no Jimmy Woo, no Contessa Valentina Allegra de la Fontaine. Was this show going to use any Marvel characters to build its world?
The synopsis for the third episode of the show finally confirms that it will. 'The Asset' features the first alter ego of an established character, and hints at his transformation into his super-villainous self.


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He was the biggest supporter of terrorism against the US's best ally: Great Britain.
This is an example of the morals of one the animals he supported:
"Sinn Féin vice-president Gerry Adams said of Mountbatten's death:
The IRA gave clear reasons for the execution. I think it is unfortunate that anyone has to be killed, but the furore created by Mountbatten's death showed up the hypocritical attitude of the media establishment. As a member of the House of Lords, Mountbatten was an emotional figure in both British and Irish politics. What the IRA did to him is what Mountbatten had been doing all his life to other people; and with his war record I don't think he could have objected to dying in what was clearly a war situation. He knew the danger involved in coming to this country. In my opinion, the IRA achieved its objective: people started paying attention to what was happening in Ireland."
Starting with Abraham and ending with Mohamed, most of the holy book tell the story of mankind on earth and their relationship with God. Before that time, people worshipped the sun and moon, because they were a source of light to earth. Afterwards, they worshipped statues they made to symbolize God.
Religions came from God to educate people on how to deal with each other, respect each other's rights, regard God in their decision-making and to distinguish good from evil. Back in the days of prophets and God's messengers, there were no police or courts, so the holy book represented God's constitution and laws for mankind to follow and respect.
There have been so many habits and traditions, which was built on advices, and examples, given to people by prophets back then. But those habits and traditions are no longer valid, because things have been changed ever since. In additions, so many things which existed back then, doesn't exist in our modern times. Despite all of that, people are still attached to the same old habits and traditions, as to follow prophet's advices. They don't realize that those rules and advices don't apply to our modern times anymore. Take for example the conflict of applying Islamic sharia to govern nations. This does not apply to our modern times, because there are constitutions, and laws, which have been derived from the holy books, and modified to suit our modern civilizations, and their is police to protect them. Also Islamic sharia gives the man the rights to dominate the women, and gives the woman half the share of the heritage, verses full share for the man. According to sharia, the woman should be stoned to death, if she was raped, and no punishment for the rapist. They cut the hands of robbers, instead of jailing them, or teach them skills, to make them productive members in the society. In our modern times the woman is equal to the man in all rights, and is being treated as such. Freedom of speech and expression is considered against Sharia, because Islam believes, that women don't have the rights to express themselves through what they put on, and forces them to cover themselves head to toe. It also doesn't allow women to drive cars in some Islamic countries and so on. If Muslims are not admitting the changes in time, and the need to change their rules, and still prefer to stick to their old sharia in our modern times, they shouldn't impose their views on other religions, neither in their countries nor in the foreign countries. Muslim women shouldn't wear vales in public in some European countries, which believe in women rights, and not in women slavery " harem". Moreover Muslims should allow Christians to build churches in their countries, the same way the foreign countries allowed Muslims to build mosques in theirs. Christians should be able to decorate their towns with decorations and lights during Christmas, same way Muslims celebrate Ramadan with lights and decorations, and Jews with menorah during Hanukkah.
In short, each religion should be able to celebrate their holidays the way they like, without the interference and criticism from the others.
It's important for any nation to separate church from state, to protect religion freedom and avoid conflict of interest. No nation should give itself a religious title such as Muslim state, or Christian state, or in fact Jewish state. Countries should include all religions and give people the freedom to worship god according to their ceremonies. They also should give all religions equal rights to have jobs, own properties, and vote. Countries which mixes religions with politics are encountering many difficulties to apply the law of the land, without the interference from the church, and the religion majority groups. Lately the religion groups are giving their loyalty to their religion rather than to their countries. They also provide loyalty to some foreign Countries which support the same religion. Any political group should include all religions and not one religion in particular, to avoid religion competitions, and fights among each-others.
Religions as we mentioned earlier came on earth to bring love, peace, and forgiveness to people's hearts and spirits. It also teaches people how to be fair, and honest to each-others. Also religions should not discriminate between rich, and poor, black and white, or man and woman. Therefore religions are essential to the human's soles, and minds, in-order-to maintain love and peace among people.
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Puna teen reported missing
Big Island police are searching for a 15-year-old Puna girl who was reported missing.
Keahi Javine was last seen Jan. 19 in her Keaau neighborhood, according to the Hawaii Police Department. She is described as 5 feet 1 inch tall, weighing 116 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts should call the department's nonemergency line at 935-3311. Those who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 329-8181 in Kona or 961-8300 in Hilo. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.


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Until now, commercial fishing was believed to pose the greatest risk to reefs found in more than 100 countries.
But marine biologists in Newcastle and Oxford say coral reefs are being destroyed as quickly as rain forests.
Coral reefs, which cover almost 300,000 sq kilometres of the globe, provide a habitat for 25% of all marine species.
Researchers from Newcastle and Oxford universities say little is understood about the ecological balance of reef structures.
But they say even subsistence fishing using just spears or hooks, removes the predators which would protect coral by preying on its natural enemy, the crown-of-thorns starfish.
Scientists spent two years studying traditional techniques in Fiji, where they witnessed healthy coral dying and being replaced by algae.
'Ecosystem meltdown'
The research - published in the Ecology Letters journal - found that, by catching predators such as wrasses and triggerfish, islanders were creating a good environment for the starfish, which eat coral, to multiply.
Project leader Dr Nick Polunin, of Newcastle University's School of Marine Sciences and Technology, said: "Scientists previously thought diverse ecosystems such as coral reefs would be relatively resilient to the impacts of predator removal.
"This study suggests this may not be the case and that even low levels of fishing may cause ecosystem meltdown.
"We don't know how permanent the damage is without further research, but as we were observing changes over two years it seems as though it could be relatively long-term.
"The findings provide an additional challenge for biodiversity protection and coral reef management strategies."
The crown-of-thorns starfish has long been recognised as a major threat to coral reefs, with population outbreaks occurring on Australia's Great Barrier Reef for the last few decades.
The research team highlighted its belief that marine areas protected from fishing should maintain high numbers of predators.


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The Red Birds selected the offensive guard with the seventh overall selection in this year's NFL Draft. The University of North Carolina product has participated in OTAs and mini camps so far so hopefully Cooper and Cardinals management can come to terms before training camp commences.
Cooper will certainly help an Arizona offensive line that really struggled last season. The Red Birds had trouble establishing the run and allowed a league-high 58 sacks in 2012.
That has to change under new head coach Bruce Arians this year. Let's take a look at Cooper's strengths and weaknesses via nfl.com:
Strengths: Athletic guard, but with some girth in his lower body to anchor against oncoming tackles. Tough to beat in pass protection, possesses foot quickness, bend, and arm extension to mirror. Excellent mobility behind the line, regularly pulls to the left and right. Excellent at adjusting quickly to negate moving targets on the second level. Springs out of his stance to reach linebackers in the run game or to jump inside of tackles to seal off a rushing lane. Used as a personal protector on a moving pocket. Shows good hand strength, popping his defender quickly off the snap and getting inside hand position. Flashes some attitude when challenged, maintaining contact and chasing his man out of the play. Quick recovery speed to get up after a cut block. Good pad level and surge coming out of his stance. Gets vertical movement on his man on base and double blocks. Constantly works his feet and swings his hips to get position on reach blocks. Rolls his hips through contact, and works to place his body between his man and the ball carrier.
Weaknesses: Has only average height and bulk, and is a bit long-legged for the position (though he should continue to grow in an NFL strength and conditioning program). Functional strength is only adequate; stronger tackles get a bit of push against him in pass protection. Will have occasional missed assignments in pass protection.
NFL Comparison: Ben Grubbs
Bottom Line: Cooper, an extremely athletic left guard, racked up a number of all-conference awards during his four years starting, capping it off with a first-team All-American selection as a senior. He has the athleticism to play in a number of different schemes.
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A LAKE District couple decided to forget the usual gifts when they reached their golden wedding anniversary – and have used the landmark to support local cancer patients.
John, 74, and Ann Taylor, 71, from Far Sawrey, near Ambleside, celebrated 50 years as man and wife at Broadoaks Country House Hotel, Troutbeck.
But in a break from tradition, instead of the 37 guests taking the traditional gifts of crystal wine glasses or silver photo frames to their party, the couple asked for donations to Rosemere Cancer Foundation.
In total, guests donated £1,450, all of which will go to aid Rosemere in its work supporting local cancer patients and their families through treatment and research.
The couple, who ran a guesthouse in Near Sawrey prior to their retirement, have both experienced the impact of Rosemere's work first-hand, inspiring them to give something back to the charity that has supported them.
John has been treated for bone and prostate cancer since 2011 at the Rosemere Cancer Centre, based at the Royal Preston Hospital. Almost ten years before, Ann received a diagnosis of breast cancer and later underwent a mastectomy.
John has been inspired by his experience to speak out about encouraging other men to get regular checks in order to intercept cancer early and ensure the best possible outcome.
Anne Sweeney, area fund-raising co-ordinator at Rosemere, said: "Ann and John are a wonderful couple and we'd like to thank them for raising this amount to help other local cancer patients. It's a testament to them as people that they used their golden wedding anniversary to help other people who have had similar experiences to their own."
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In a worldwide telecast, the National Broadcasting Company dropped God from the Pledge of Allegiance. The website for "The Manhattan Declaration" says don't worry about it because the network apologized, so it's OK.
It is not OK.
At the start of its Fathers' Day broadcast of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, NBC re-wrote the Pledge, twice omitting the words "under God." The annual golf extravaganza telecast opened with patriotic B-roll and voice-over of children reciting the doctored Pledge of Allegiance, military personnel saluting the flag, and historic footage of golfers wildly celebrating their winning the championship.
"The Manhattan Declaration" folks picked up on it. Their 2009 manifesto -- spearheaded by Princeton professor Robert P. George, Samford (Alabama) Divinity dean Timothy George, and evangelist Chuck Colson -- restates Americans' freedoms not to support abortion, embryo-destructive research, assisted suicide, euthanasia, and same-sex marriage. "The Manhattan Declaration" website argues strongly for religious values in civic life. But its blogger says we should forgive and forget about NBC rewriting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Well, forgive, yes. But I am not so sure it is a great idea to forget.
The phrase "under God" was borrowed from Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and added to the Pledge of Allegiance in 1954. Naysayers argue manuscripts of Lincoln's speech don't reference God, but each reporter's transcript records his words: "that the nation shall, under God, have a new birth of freedom."
Ever since they were written into the Pledge, the words "under God" have stood fast over the objections of secularists and others. Even the most recent court challenges fell to a realistic receipt of history, and the Supreme Court refused the appeal of one case just a few weeks ago. Hence, we can still say what Lincoln said about the United States of America.
So why does it matter if the National Broadcasting Corporation decided for its 7.4 million viewers watching Sunday golf that "under God' is not part of the Pledge of Allegiance?
Well, there is a nasty anti-religious undercurrent in this country that wants all references to God -- even and perhaps especially the standard brand U.S. God -- out of all public spaces. That means no God, and by inference no positive mention of religion or religious belief, in public museums, in civil ceremonies, and on military installations.
They're not kidding. A few Julys ago the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) actually complained to the United States Naval Academy about mealtime grace, arguing (on behalf of nine midshipmen) that non-denominational prayers were unconstitutional. Not one of the 4,300 midshipmen was required to do anything other than stand respectfully while one of the Academy's eight chaplains followed a tradition begun in 1845. But the ACLU wanted God out of the Naval Academy.
To its credit, the Navy has ignored the ACLU. But with millions of viewers worldwide, NBC's implicit attitude is more destructive. Why put into the international psyche the inference that God is not welcome in the United States?
And, where else will NBC clones (and the ACLU) want to remove God from public sight and sound? Will they want to change the Declaration of Independence, which argues "the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God" entitle us all to liberty?
Ironically enough, this year's U.S. Open Golf Championship was held at the Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland just outside the Beltway. As summer begins and Fourth of July barbecues beckon, perhaps we all might recall that the Declaration of Independence closes with an appeal to the "Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions."
The founders of this country wrote: "With a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our Sacred Honor."
One nation, under God. We cannot let those words be lost.
[Phyllis Zagano is senior research associate-in-residence at Hofstra University and author of several books in Catholic Studies. Her latest book is Women & Catholicism (Palgrave-Macmillan)]
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Campus Watch Archives
March 20, 2003
Battle Hall, #1 West Mall
Occurred on 3-19-03 at 4:15 p.m.
Criminal Trespass: Two non-UT subjects were found in a first floor area that was reserved for students, faculty and staff. Both were issued written criminal trespass warnings.
Beauford H. Jester Center West, 201 East 21st Street
Occurred on 3-20-03 at 12:36 a.m.
Public Intoxication / Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor / Attempted Assault on a Public Servant: A UT student under the age of 21 was found in a 10th floor hallway under the influence of an alcoholic beverage to the point he was an endangerment to himself. The student was incoherent, uncooperative and combative. Austin Emergency Medical Services and the Austin Fire Department Emergency Medical Services responded. The student attempted to strike an Austin fireman with his fist while the fireman was trying to treat the student. The student was physically restrained and then transported to the hospital due to alcohol poisoning.
Trinity Garage, 1815 Trinity
Occurred between 3-7-03 at 2:00 p.m. and 3-17-03 at 12:30 p.m.
Theft: A white Raleigh M60 bicycle was stolen from a bicycle rack on the northwest side of the building while it was secured with a cable lock. Loss value: $200.00.
Union Building, #4 West Mall
Occurred between 3-3-03 at 12 noon to 3-18-03 at 12 noon.
Theft: A black and silver Centurion bicycle was stolen from a bicycle rack on the southeast side of the building while it was secured with a large U-shaped lock. Loss value: $300.00.
West Mall
Occurred on 3-19-03 at 11:55 p.m.
Criminal Mischief / Criminal Trespass: Two UT students and one non-UT subject were observed using chalk to write anti-war messages on the sidewalk and building walls on the south side of the Union Building. Some of the messages measured 5-feet by 10-feet. The chalk found in their possession was the same colors of chalk that was used to write anti-war messages that had just been found in several areas and on various surfaces on the South Mall around Calhoun Hall, Homer Rainey Hall and on the north side of the Main Building. All subjects were issued criminal field release citations of Criminal Mischief and written criminal trespass warnings that barred them from campus for 24 hours. Removal cost: $200.00.


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Get an overview of this hotelFamily-friendly hotel with 4 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Popular property highlights
This family-friendly Essaouira hotel is located near the airport, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Bordj el Berod, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Essaouira Beach and Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. Place Moulay el Hassan and Skala du Port are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Hotel Features
This hotel features 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free valet parking, a free area shuttle, and a free manager's reception. Additionally, a golf course, an indoor pool, and a nightclub are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 175 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and iPod docks. LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players provide a bit of entertainment, and guests will also appreciate thoughtful touches like pillow menus and bathrobes.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Opens in a new window
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
This Essaouira hotel has its very own private beach. Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa features a full-service spa, a golf course, and 2 outdoor swimming pools. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.
Business-related amenities at this 5-star property consist of a business center and meeting rooms. 5 meeting rooms are available. This luxury hotel also offers an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a nightclub. For a surcharge, a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) is offered to guests. Complimentary valet parking is available on site.
Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa has designated areas for smoking.
- Children's pool
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Children's club (free)
- Supervised childcare/activities (free)
- Pool sun loungers
- Terrace
- Free valet parking
- Conference center
- Number of meeting rooms - 5
- Free WiFi
- Conference space
- Indoor pool
- Meeting rooms
- Sauna
- Barbecue grill(s)
- 24-hour front desk
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Number of floors - 3
- Number of bars/lounges - 3
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Fitness facilities
- Full-service spa
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Designated smoking areas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Luggage storage
- Turkish bath/Hammam
- Free area shuttle
- Shopping on site
- Total number of rooms - 175
- Concierge services
- Laundry facilities
- Business center
- Library
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Multilingual staff
- Nightclub
- Garden
- Poolside bar
- Porter/bellhop
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Private beach nearby
- Number of restaurants - 4
- Snack bar/deli
- Year Built 2011
- Free reception
- Golf course on site
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Spa services on site
- Steam room
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free valet parking
Room Amenities
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Premium TV channels
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Free newspaper
- Soundproofed rooms
- Air conditioning
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Phone
- Minibar
- Free bottled water
- DVD player
- Daily housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Designer toiletries
- Slippers
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Dial-up Internet access (surcharge)
- Satellite TV service
- iPod docking station
- In-room safe
- Partially open bathroom
- Room service (24 hours)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Rollaway/extra beds (free)
- Individually furnished
- Individually decorated
- Pillow menu
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Free WiFi
Where to Eat
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Cafe Kasbah - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
L Atlantique - This poolside theme restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only.
L ATELIERS AUX AROMES - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only.
LE CLUB HOUSE - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner.
SO GOOD - Overlooking the garden, this bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
24-hour room service is available.
Nearby Things to Do
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Sailing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Segway rental/tour nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Golf driving range on site
- Golf lessons on site
- Golfing on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
Spa Services
So Spa Mogador has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
- Couples treatment rooms
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Sauna in spa
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Steam room in spa
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at noon
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 12:30 PM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Free rollaway/extra beds!
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
- Pets stay free
- 1 per room
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
- A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 34.10 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 4 years of age.
- Resort fee
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: MAD 220 per person (approximately)
- Airport shuttle fee: MAD 1100 per vehicle
Hotel Name
- Sofitel Mogador
- Sofitel Mogador Golf
- Sofitel Mogador Golf Hotel
- Sofitel Mogador Golf Hotel Essaouira
- Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf And Spa
- Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf Hotel Essaouira
- Essaouira Golf
- Essaouira Sofitel
- Golf Essaouira
- Mogador Golf
- Sofitel Essaouira
- Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf
We should mention
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Reservations are required for golf tee times and massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed. Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
- The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.


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Kings of the City – Let Me Go (Maverick Sabre Cover) [Video]
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Back when gladiators were not picked up from slavery trade, men treated the job as 'blessings' and did the life-or-death battle for dignity.
"There is only one way to become a champion ... don't lose," Dustin Clare's Gannicus says in the second and final trailer of "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena". The new video contains more words from the perspective of the gladiators, the ludus owner and the powerful woman behind the bloody business.
A prequel to "Spartacus: Blood and Sand", "Gods of the Arena" tells the story of the original Champion of the House of Batiatus: Gannicus in a more ruthless time before Spartacus' arrival where honor was just finding it's way into the arena. The six-episode prequel will begin January 21 on Starz with the episode "Past Transgressions".
"Gods of the Arena" was made when "Blood and Sand" star Andy Whitfield was battling Hodgkin lymphoma. At the Friday, January 7 TCA press tour, "Spartacus" producer Steven DeKnight said, "If there us any upside to Andy's illness, it is that we are better equipped to support the the new Spartacus."


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(CNSNews.com) – Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the reason that Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice went on five Sunday morning television shows in her place following the terrorist attack in Benghazi, Libya was because "there are other things that I prefer to do on Sunday mornings."
Five days following the terrorist attacks on the Benghazi compound, Rice insisted on five separate TV talk shows that the attack sprang from a protest over an obscure anti-Muslim video posted on YouTube, even though the CIA in Libya told Washington within 24 hours that militants were responsible for the attack.
During Clinton's appearance before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on Wednesday, Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) asked her why it was that Rice went in her stead.
"Since you managed the response to the Benghazi attacks, why weren't you the person to appear on the Sunday shows following the attack?" he said. "Ambassador Susan Rice said that you declined. Was that correct?"
"Well, I have to confess here in public, going on the Sunday shows is not my favorite thing to do," Clinton said. "There are other things that I prefer to do on Sunday mornings."
"And, you know, I haven't been on a Sunday show in way over a year," she added. "So, it just isn't something that I normally jump to do."
"And I did feel strongly that we had a lot that we had to manage, that I had to respond to, and I thought that should be my priority," Clinton said.
Wilson said, "Well, I believe that part of the priority is telling correct information, and you could have done that. And I think it's very unfortunate that multiple appearances by Ambassador Rice with information that's been discovered not to be correct."
Following the terrorist attack, which resulted in the murders of four Americans, including U.S. Ambassador to Libya Chris Stevens, the Obama administration continually cited an obscure YouTube video "The Innocence of Muslims" as the impetus behind the attack.
Both President Barack Obama and White House Press Secretary Jay Carney linked the attacks to the video three days after CIA and State Department eyewitnesses reported on Sept. 15 that there had been no protest in Benghazi.


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When you first get your brand new Android phone, it runs so smooth. You're mesmerized by how responsive it is. Then a few months go by. Suddenly you have to tap things twice for it to respond. Apps now take forever to load. What happened? Why is it running so slow? There could be a few reasons.
1 – App services running in the background at start-up
Some apps install services that constantly run in the background. As you install more and more apps, more items may be constantly running. This can use up precious memory. Restart your Android, then check under "Settings" > "Apps" > "Running" to see a list. Uninstall or disable the apps associated with the services you don't need if possible.
2 – Not enough memory
If you have loaded your Android with tons of apps and data, it can slow down the device significantly. Check how much memory you have available under "Settings" > "Storage", then have a look at the Available storage. The more you have available, the better. Consider removing of disabling apps that you don't need under "Settings" > "Apps".
3 – Junk in the Cache
There is a cache partition on most Android devices that stores items that are accessed the most. After a while, it can become clogged with junk, causing slow performance. You can usually wipe the cache by accessing the recovery screen at startup. Each device has it's own method for accessing the screen.
Rooted users sometimes claim that clearing the "Dalvik Cache" helps with speed. The steps for clearing the Dalvik Cache differ depending on the ROM and device you're using. So you'll have to "Google it" if you want to learn how it's done.
4 – Refresh your SD Card
If you're using a device that supports and SD Card, a card that is clogged with junk can cause your device to slow down a bit. You may want to backup your data then try formatting the SD card under "Settings" > "Storage & USB".
Also, ensuring you are using a high performance class 10 SD card will help read/write speeds quite a bit.
5 – Your device is too old for the version of Android you're running
Device makers want to do their best in providing the latest version of the Android OS to their users. On a few occasions, over-the-air updates have been provided to devices that shouldn't have. For example, running Android 6.0 on a Samsung Galaxy S5 may be too much for the hardware to handle.
Some people may root the device and try to push a newer OS on their device as well, resulting in sluggish performance. You'll need to turn off some of the bells and whistles, such as animations or sounds so the hardware doesn't have to work as hard. Downgrading your version of Android may also help increase speed.
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UNITED NATIONS, N.Y. (Nov. 29)
Accusations made by Dmitri Shepilov Soviet Foreign Minister, who has charged Israel with concentrating troops on the Jordanian and Syrian borders are "a complete fabrication," a spokesman for the Israeli delegation declared here today.
Pointing out that these accusations were first voiced by Syria's representative last week when the General Assembly was debating Russia's attacks on Hungarian freedom fighters, the spokesman declared that Mr. Shepilov's latest accusation is "ominous in the extreme." The spokesman pointed out that these false accusations "raise anxious speculation concerning the purpose for which the pretext is invented."
Israel requested immediately after Syria made the charges that United Nations observers investigate the truth or falsity of the charges that Israel had concentrated troops in the areas bordering on Jordan and Syria. Within two days the UN observers reported to Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold, after visiting various sectors of the Israel defense lines within several miles of the borders, that "traffic on the roads was normal and there was nothing which indicated a military build-up in the Israel settlements that were visited."
The spokesman pointed out that it was several days before either Syria or Jordan would permit a similar UN investigation on their territory, and that so far no reports have come from the UN observers there. Israeli diplomats today discussed the Soviet-Syrian-Jordanian threats, pointing out that past history and experience have shown that false accusations of this type preceded aggressive-attacks by those who voiced the original charges.


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We worked alongside each other almost everyday once we met - We were inseparable or so it was said by those whom observed us labouring, though I myself nor did he ever hear them once say it being too consumed in our ventures with the various machinery.
I always knew there was something different about our bond, though I always denied it since I couldn't quite place my finger on it. In fact - I fought with the thoughts multiple times, though emotions were always a sort of... foreign concept to me.
What seemed like days was really weeks and what seemed like a friendship of years was in reality only months. It was almost... uncanny how well we got along - though I suppose it shouldn't have been with all the common interests we held.
However, it seems as though my mind and myself won't ever fully reconcile with my withheld thoughts and my obvious denial. I can still remember it as if it were yesterday - the carping thoughts that prodded at my mind. The way every once in a while my stomach or chest would do an odd flip as I zoned out for a split second as he worked, shaking my head to quickly get back to the task at hand as he would always ask me a vital question in these moments about mechanics at hand.
Though at first I never knew what it meant - why my body would act this way. Why it was such a weird tingling sensation inside that somehow made me feel almost... euphoric? Yes, that would be the correct word. It wasn't ever a bad feeling it was always something that made you feel as though you were on the edge of your seat but ready to take the jump - ready for that little blip that would escape from your lips as you took the plunge.
Although, as I realized what my feelings could have possibly been I simply denied them and fought back with intellect.
I couldn't possibly. I would argue.
I couldn't possibly like him that way. I would continue to banter.
Each day was the same and each day got worse as I continued to shake my head free of such thoughts.
I never spoke a word. Too afraid to - too terrified and quite simply refused to as I was in a complete disavowal.
However when I had finally realized those feelings completely it was then that it was too late. For it was after the event which brought an end to our companionship - however not by choice.
It was when things had finally settled down that I decided I had to tell him somehow.
I gathered supplies that I needed a simple blue helium filled balloon and a black permanent marker. In retrospect I probably should have chose a different color of balloon however blue seemed fitting as it was strangely enough the exact shade of his hair.
I walked along until I reached the outskirts of the city and took a deep breath as I uncapped the marker beginning to scribble upon the front of the balloon - ultimately making it more formal than was really needed;
Though you may be lost physically - Atmospheres reach beyond dimensions.
I sighed as I flipped the ballon to its' 'clean' side as I without any hesitation scribbled my finishing remark;
I realize... There was more than simple kizuna.
With that I knew I was done, however I still re-read the writing multiple times as if I were checking for grammatical errors although I knew that didn't matter. I was simply hesitating because that was the hardest part - releasing the balloon. In a way - I thought it would be closure, but I don't think I'll ever truly forgive myself for never succumbing to those feelings.
Those feelings... That I always so desperately denied having.
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Cohen Courtside: Magic vs. Hawks (2/10/12)
By Josh Cohen
February 10, 2012
In Cohen Courtside, Josh Cohen examines the state of the Orlando Magic after games this season. He will tackle sidebar storylines and focus on topics that stretch far beyond the box score. There will also be some analysis on league-wide subjects.
ORLANDO -- That was eerie.
It seems we just had a real-life Groundhog Day.
But instead, the character Chris Paul was played by Jeff Teague, Caron Butler was portrayed as Joe Johnson and Josh Smith represented Blake Griffin.
Friday's heartbreaking loss at Amway Center to the Hawks was practically a duplicate of Monday's distressing defeat to the Clippers.
Squeezed in between their best performance of the season against the Heat, the Orlando Magic just endured two crushing overtime defeats in the same week and if you review the play-by-play, you will notice too many paranormal similarities.
Like Monday, Jason Richardson missed a 3-point attempt in the final seconds of OT.
Like Monday when Paul and Butler connected on several momentum-shifting shots, Johnson and Teague did the same for the Hawks on Friday.
Like Monday, Jameer Nelson had an opportunity to win the game for the Magic but misfired.
"It's definitely tough, we had opportunities," Nelson said. "We had opportunities, just had to execute a little better."
And to make things even more spectral, Friday's game too closely resembled all of the losses the Magic endured in last season's First Round playoff series against Atlanta.
The Magic were sure resilient as they overcame an eight-point deficit with less than three minutes remaining in regulation. Dwight Howard slammed home a game-tying dunk with 1.3 ticks left to force the extra session.
But ultimately, Orlando couldn't surmount those pressure-packed moments. Revenge will have to wait until the next time the Magic-Hawks meet up (the night before the All-Star break).
The Magic and Hawks are opposites in many ways – yet somehow they always end up in games that are tooth and nail.
Orlando has the dominant inside presence with Howard and a bunch of good outside shooters around him, while Atlanta possesses several guys who thrive in isolation (Johnson, Teague, Tracy McGrady, etc.).
What has transpired the last several times these division rivals have clashed is that Atlanta's assets have proven to be more efficient in those pressure-fueled moments.
Johnson, like he did in last year's playoff series, is extremely difficult to stop when he shoots over the top of his opponents and Teague is masterful in his penetration in the lane.
The Magic seem to be searching for the right formula to close games out. Up until this point, it's been Nelson and Howard in the pick-and-roll and either Jameer driving to the rim or him kicking it to one of Orlando's shooters.
The execution has been solid considering the Magic have attempted good shots. They just have to hope eventually these attempts will find the bottom of the net and instead of heartbreak, they can indulge in celebration.
"We got looks that we would like to have down the stretch of any game," Stan Van Gundy said. "Our executive was very good down the stretch. It was make or miss."
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Here are a few hand-picked resources for getting started with AS3 that hopefully will give new users confidence to try ActionScript and to know that they are looking at some of the best resources for learning it. These are all video tutorials.
- Code Snippets and AS3 enhancements – Code snippets were introduced in Flash Pro CS5 and provide pre-written code that you can apply as a way to get a lot of basic functionality implemented without learning really any code. They are also a great way to begin learning ActionScript 3.0 because they are very small in most cases and reading them will quickly begin to shed some light on the conventions that are used.
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Barack Obama was humorous at the White House Correspondents Association dinner, was he not? We told you the Good Obama was back! During his annual W.H.C.A. address, the president mocked Mitt Romney quite well, suggesting that if the former Massachusetts governor does, against all odds, win the election, maybe Obama could host next year's W.H.C.A. dinner. How hard could it be? End on a charming note—high-five the president and give a flip shout-out to your high-school teacher—and avoid tactless jokes about Chris Christie. It's a lesson this year's host Jimmy Kimmel learned in real time, as his comments about the New Jersey's governor's weight landed with a thud. That was not another joke about his weight!
More successful were Kimmel's wry jokes about the current crop of Republican presidential candidates. "It's one thing to oppose gay marriage," he said, "but it's another thing to do it in a sweater vest!" O, Rick Santorum! It's almost cruel now to invoke your name during this Romney-centric color drought. Other hits: a request to for American hero Captain Chesley Sullenberger to drive Lindsay Lohan home, making sure to avoid all geese—and Grey Goose—on the way home.
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After controlling the first and second sets, and winning both by identical 25-20 scores, the Lions saw Florida Tech rally in the third. A back-and-forth battle throughout the first 20 points of the game saw the Lions take a 22-21 lead after a service ace by Michelle Nogueras and a kill by Kaitlin McKenna.
Looking to post their second conference sweep in the week, the Lions couldn't close out the set as two attack errors and consecutive kills by Tech's Caitlyn Ballweber saw the hosts post the third set win and force SLU into a fourth game.
Set four saw a determined Lions' team come out and shut down the Panthers as Saint Leo hit a blistering .400 to finish off the SSC win.
The four-set match saw three Lions post double-figure kills with McKenna leading the contest posting 16 kills and hitting .462. Bruno Rocha and Danielle Bletso joined McKenna with 140 and 12 kill respectively.
Nogueras assisted on 47 of the Lions' 62 successful attacks and also added seven kills and nine digs in the win.
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So exactly how much did the trial cost? We've got the numbers.
George Zimmerman will ask the state of Florida to pay $200,000 to $300,000 of his legal expenses, which would cover expert witnesses, travel and depositions, his attorney tells the Orlando Sentinel on Monday evening.
Hey, the neighborhood watch volunteer was acquitted of killing Trayvon Martin, so by Florida law the state must pay his legal costs. Defense attorney Mark O'Mara is about to ask Circuit Judge Debra S. Nelson to authorize the payments. But Florida law does not cover his lawyers' fees, and they're eye-popping.
The Zimmerman trial by the numbers:
- $902,000: The amount taxpayers have already spent on Zimmerman's five-week second-degree murder trial
- $1 million: The amount O'Mara would be owed if he had charged Zimmerman by the hour. His going rate is $400 per 60 minutes. If you ask me, he's worth every penny.
- 0: The amount O'Mara has received from Zimmerman
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THE controversial Hook Street housing development passed its final hurdle when the design of the 73 homes to be built scraped through planning committee.
Permission for the development had already been granted by the planning inspector last year after it had been rejected by the council following strong public opposition This final stage was for Persimmon Homes, the developer, to agree how the homes would look once they had been built, known as Reserved Matters.
Opposition to the plans was put forward by a number of councillors and pressure groups at Tuesday's meeting, including the Lydiard Fields Action Group and Friends of Lydiard Park, but the proposal just passed with the chairman having the deciding vote following a tie.
Council officers had recommended the Reserved Matters were passed, so that was the decision the chairman went with.
The main objections were that the quality of the houses was not in keeping with the rest of the area and there was a lack of adequate shielding to prevent it being visible from Lydiard Park.
Following the meeting, David Barnard, of the Lydiard Fields Action Group, said: "We are disappointed with the decision.
"We all know that planning permission has been given and the development will go ahead but wanted far more consultation. These houses look very cheap and do not fit in with the rest of the area.
"It was a point raised in the meeting but it seems that Swindon is always accepting poor quality housing when it deserves much better.
"We could have got a much better deal had there been some more consultation.
"When you look at all the developments around Swindon, it just seems everything gets passed which I think people find very worrying."
Michael Gray, of The Friends of Lydiard Park, was also upset with the decision.
He said: "We have been dumb-founded along with other local groups at the reluctance of the developer to consult on this application.
"This is surprising given the role that the Friends of Lydiard Park have played at the various appeals and enquiries over the last four years.
"It is our hope that over the next few years councillors and planning officers will be diligent in the supervision of the construction of the development in compliance with the approved drawings and planning conditions to mitigate the impact of this most regrettable project."
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RIO DE JANEIRO (Mar. 13)
Brazil and Israel signed an agreement here yesterday providing Israeli technical assistance for the development of Brazilian water resources and cooperative farming communities in this country.
Under the pact, Israel will send here a staff of technicians to survey underground water resources and provide training to Brazilians in methods of irrigation. Another group of Israelis will help organize a farming colony which will be conducted under an adapted plan, similar to the one in Israel where families in farm cooperatives own their land individually but pool marketing, production plans and the use of heavy equipment.
It is expected that the United States will soon allocate $33, 000, 000 from funds of the Alliance for Progress program to facilitate implementation of the Brazil-Israel project which will be conducted by the Brazilian Federal Northeast Development Agency. The agreement between Brazil and Israel is an outgrowth of plans initiated here last fall by Isaak Levy, director-general of Israel's Ministry of Agriculture.