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Jenny's aunt recently passed away. In her will it said that there was a treasure for Jenny, if she could figure out the directions. Jenny's aunt was a great scholar and she loved a good teaser. In the directions she wrote:
My dear Jenny,
To find the treasure that I have left you, you just have to follow some instructions that I have for you. please do exactly everything that I tell you to and you will find the trasure. It will be wrapped tightly in a small packagge ready for you. I trust you, because I know that you are very intelliggent and you will find it for sure. Even if you don't find it, I know that you would have at least tryed. I know that its really hard for you to figure thiss letter out, but do try. The pakage will be waiting for you there. You have been wonderful person to be vith. So, keep trying and you will find that treasure!
Your Aunt
HintThe spelling and the grammar has not been missed by the editors.
AnswerThe treasure was in a place called Peggy's Cave. Jenny's aunt, as mentioned before was a great scholar, so she wouldn't have made all those mistakes in her writing. All the spelling and grammatical mistakes put together will spell Peggy's Cave.
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Renton man struck and killed on SR 18 Monday
A 42-year-old Renton man was struck and killed by a semi Monday on State Route 18 in Auburn.
According to the Washington State Patrol, Oleg Voznyuk parked his car – a 1993 Toyota Camry – on the eastbound shoulder of SR 18 near the SR 167 interchange around 12:30 p.m., exited and began running into traffic.
"We received citizens' calls at 12:33 p.m. about a male running in and out of traffic," WSP spokesperson Trooper Julie Judson said. "He decided to aggressively move in and out of traffic and before a trooper could arrive, he successfully placed himself in the path of a semi truck."
According to the WSP report, Voznyuk laid down in the right eastbound lane and was struck by an oncoming semi.
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In 1915, Thomaso Castagnola created his first crab cocktail for the San Francisco World's Fair. The following year, he opened a crab stand on Fisherman's Wharf. As it grew in popularity, his small stand blossomed into Castagnola's restaurant. Nearly 100 years later, the two-story semiformal eatery still welcomes customers to try its fresh seafood, as well as its steaks and chops, inside an amber-lit dining room where tall windows overlook the busy harbor.
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If you are coming from Vientiane to Vang Vieng then hop off the bus on route 13 opposite the disused airfield just after the south bus station, around 300 metres, you will see signs for phongsavanh resort, right next to Fasai restaurant. If you come from Luang Prabang you will be dropped off at the northern bus station and will have to take a 10,000 kip per person tuk tuk to the guesthouse, all tuk tuk drivers know where it is, just 4 minutes in a tuk tuk from the bus station. If you are dropped off in town then just look for the main 4 way intersection with Lao Telecom on the corner and head away from the river eastwards towards the old air strip then you cross the airstrip and within 3 minutes you will arrive at Phongsavanh Resort, nestled down a small lane in a nice local Lao village with friendly neighbours around.
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I first became interested in Buddhism about 6 1/2 - 7 years ago. I started out reading on Zen and practicing zazen and such, but ultimately as I learned more about Theravada I gravitated toward that. I spent a week at Abhayagiri some years ago and loved the atmosphere at that location. I'd like to go back for a visit but, alas it is a continent away.
I lapsed in my practice later, but have recently - over the past several months - returned to regular practice and recommitted myself to Theravada Buddhism. I mainly practice samatha meditation (anapanasati). There's no Theravada community anywhere within reasonable distance of where I live, so that's the main reason I decided to join the board (there is a Chan monastery about 15 minutes away and I'm considering popping by there also).
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Anyone who chooses to use their hard-earned money to help others – whether it's Mark Zuckerberg or your wealthy aunt – wants their donations to be used wisely. This is especially true around the holidays, since philanthropy is about helping less fortunate people meet their basic needs more than buying the newest iMacs for a charity's home office.
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Keep in mind that low admin costs do not always mean a good charity, as a group that doesn't invest enough in administering its programs may be very inefficient at distributing donations to the people who need them most. Because of this we have only included groups that have received CharityNavigator's perfect rating of four stars, an overall efficiency assessment the site bases on multiple metrics.
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Managing an annual budget of around $62 million, K.I.D.S. – Kids in Distressed Situations – manages to administer its programs with almost no overhead. The group acts as a middleman between businesses and children or families in need. The global charity develops partnerships with producers of children's products (clothes, books, toys, etc.) and distributes them to its network of local partners and youth in disaster areas. It takes donations of either cash or new products for children and young people, 85% of which are given out in the U.S.


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10) Vinatieri not kicking like the NE version.
9) As usual, Colts peaked too early.
8) Injuries/Missing Players
7) Colts may not have home field throughout and even if they hang on, we know it is meaningless with this bunch.
6) Dungy can't win the big one.
7) Dungy too often outcoached. (When the Titans threatened punting at the end, no way should we have burned a time out.)
5) Peyton can't win the big one.
4) The Colts are still a soft team.
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Not only can't we stop the run, what happened to the vaunted attack D and pass rush when we're ahead or in long yardage situations?
This D is absolutely impotent. It has regressed severely perhaps to the level of Dungy's first year. Mathis is a linebacker, Brock is not an interior lineman, June and Gardner are DBs, and Jason David flat out stinks.
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An Allen County sheriff's deputy spotted a car matching a description of one involved in the robbery and chased it from near Ivy Tech for a few miles through east Fort Wayne.
The suspect vehicle, a blue Impala, struck a pickup and a cement barrier and came to rest in a restaurant parking lot at McKinnie Avenue and Anthony Boulevard, said sheriff's department spokesman Jeremy Tinkel. The deputy was not injured.
Two men were trapped in the car, with one being taken to a local hospital, Tinkel said. Two others fled, and one of them was later captured.
The man driving the pickup also was taken by ambulance to a hospital for treatment.
According to police, four men had entered Shooters Guns store, 600 Lincoln Highway, in New Haven. A customer was cut on the head and the owner battered. At least one shot was fired inside the store, according to a police report from New Haven Police Officer Scott Adam. The four men then fled with several guns in a blue Impala.
Shortly after noon Tuesday, Tinkel was unsure if all of the guns were in police custody. One gun was found in a yard on Alliger Street, Adam said in his report.
Five schools in the area where the suspects' vehicle crashed were put on lockdown as a precaution, Tinkel said. Krista Stockman, a spokeswoman for Fort Wayne Community Schools, said two more schools were added as of 12:45 p.m., bringing the total to seven. Those schools: Abbett Elementary, Ward, Weisser Park, Whitney Young Early Development, Irwin, Scott Academy and Towles Intermediate.
Of those, Whitney Young has a midday release that would be impacted by a lockdown, with the afternoon session slated to begin at 12:45. Stockman said that parents would have three options: Either wait with their children and bring them when the lockdown ends, walk them into the building themselves, or keep them home for the afternoon.
As of 1:30 p.m., Stockman said in a news release that the schools "are no longer on full lockdown, but students are not to go outside for recess or any other activity. At dismissal we will have additional adults present to ensure safety."
If anyone has information about the fourth suspect, they should call 911 or Allen County dispatch at 449-3000.
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The former Purdue cornerback as spent the last two months, much of it at St. Vincent's Sports Performance in Indianapolis training for this NFL Combine opportunity at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Sometimes, it seems, the no-pain, no-gain approach does work.
"Sometimes you get to the point where your legs are dead," Johnson said. "You know you're giving it your all. You're just exhausted, but at the end of the day, you're tired and happy getting that much work done. They really push you to your limits."
Those limits could bring a life-changing reward.
Most of his interviews with NFL teams are over. His running and drills (40-yard dash, shuttle run, three-cone drill, vertical jump and pass-catching drills) come Tuesday.
And then — it's all about waiting and hoping for April's NFL Draft.
"I'm ready to do what I'm capable of doing," he said. "Do the running; the lifting; get all these interviews out of the way and get to the point where we can start playing football.
"I know this is very important, but at the end of the day, football is what I love to play and I'm excited for that."
Preparations at St. Vincent's even included psychological testing to ensure he was ready for whatever Combine officials threw at him.
"Sometimes we'd do a little practice on some of the tests (NFL officials) give out," Johnson said. "We do a lot of chalk talk. We talk to guys who played in the league and try to understand the life of being in the NFL, some of the adversities they went through and some of the achievements they accomplished."
If you believe the scouting analysis, the 5-11 Johnson is a bit undersized. There are questions about his strength, his ability to catch (thumb injuries limited him last season) and his physical play. His training added seven pounds of muscle, to 202 pounds, and steeled his resolve.
"I'm physically and mentally ready to go. I've got a huge support group. Physically, St. Vincent has done a great job with that. Nutritionally, I'm eating right, eating healthy. My muscle mass has gone up dramatically."
Last season Johnson ranked third at Purdue in tackles (65). His three interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown, ranked second.
Johnson talked to NFL scouts during last month's East-West Shrine All-Star Game, and indications were positive. The Jacksonville Jaguars might be interested, although Johnson said, "I've talked to numerous teams, so I can't pinpoint which ones might be interested."
As far as the Combine physical tests, Johnson hopes to bench press 225 pounds between 15 and 18 times, and run a 40-year dash "in the 4.4 area."
"And I want to be precise and crisp when I do my drills, and make sure I finish."
If he struggles, he can get another shot during Friday's pro day at Purdue, but he hopes that won't be necessary. He said he's encouraged by the reports he's getting from his former Boiler teammates about new coach Darrell Hazell and his staff.
"The guys are all excited. They said the workouts are tough, but that's how they'll get stronger and better. They said the program is a lot different. It's a lot stricter. They even have assigned seats in meetings.
"They still contact me and wish me luck. They're still family, like my younger brothers. I can't wait to watch them play next season."
As far as the Combine, Johnson said, "I want to run some good times, show them I'm very fluid in my hips and I have good ball skills. During the season, I had two bad thumbs and now I'm recovered fully. Show I can catch again, play special teams, whatever they need.
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NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. - Westminster College's Department of Communication Studies, Theatre and Art will host an art gallery opening and reception for Wisconsin-based artist Edwin Jager from 4:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23 at the Foster Art Gallery in Patterson Hall. A reception will include a gallery talk by the artist at 5:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Jager's exhibition will run from Jan. 13-Feb. 14 and will feature altered book sculptures. Using sculpture, print, video, photography, text, and drawing, he explores the book as a physical and cultural artifact.
Jager is currently an associate professor of art at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh where he teaches courses in graphic design. He earned an MFA from the University of Iowa and a graduate certificate from the University of Iowa Center for the Book, a program that combines training in the technique and artistry of bookmaking with research into the history and culture of books.
He has presented other recent exhibitions in Michigan, Florida, and Colorado. His work can be found in numerous institutional collections in the United States and Canada.
The Foster Art Gallery is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and hosts six exhibits annually, one of which is the student/senior exhibit in March. Regional, national, and international artists are also brought to campus for exhibits and lectures.
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L-R: Donald, Helen, Joan, Jeane; on floor: Joyce Moline
It's always been a puzzle to me just what my aunt Jeane's first name was legally. Was it Eleanor Jeane Moline as it was noted in my Nordgren great grandfather's bible page, or was it Jeane Eleanor Moline as her son Lee and the rest of the family always thought it to be?
I'm hoping that in a week or so that mystery will be put to rest. Today I ordered her birth certificate from the State of Washington and hopefully they will find the right record (nope, no refunds) and put this issue to rest. In my opinion, it wasn't inexpensive to order the birth record at $31.50 a pop, but having documentation that proves a name is vital.
I suppose I have a special affinity for my aunt Jeane since I was named after her (my middle name) because my mom was very close to her. She and my uncle Jim Davis named their first born after my dad's middle name (Dad was William Gale Yates) and chose Leland Gale. Jeane and Jim's daughter was named after my mom and her name is Lynne Joanne Davis.
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Do you have all of your 2013 seed corn booked? Are you guaranteed of getting what you want? Will you have some flex acres that could use seed corn next spring, if the soy-corn ratio prefers corn? Have you been told by your seed supplier that some of your order can be filled, but not all, and he'll have recommendations later?
With inclement weather in Argentina, will there be late-developing problems with seed supply for US spring planting? All of these questions are plaguing farmers who are trying to wrap up their 2013 seed corn orders. What are the answers?
As seen with your yields in 2012, some seed performed well and others did not do so well, given similar soil and soil moisture characteristics. Planting dates had a lot to do with the performance, but some hybrids that yielded well for you are likely on your 2013 order form. However, there are some good strategies for selecting seed corn for next year, according to Ohio State University agronomist Peter Thomison. He says seed selection is a decision that warrants careful comparison of performance data and should not be done in haste, even though your salesman gave you 5 minutes to make up your mind. He says planting a marginal hybrid imposes a ceiling on the yield potential, and similar maturing hybrids can have an 80 bushel per acre yield variation. That is a $480 difference at current fall cash prices.
Thomison says look at your farm's characteristics and select hybrids for it, "Corn acreage, previous crop, soil type, tillage practices, desired harvest moisture, and pest problems determine the relative importance of such traits as drydown, insect and disease resistance, herbicide resistance, early plant vigor, etc." Decide also if the corn is for grain or silage, sold or fed on the farm, and demands of buyers, such as non-GMO, or specialty hybrids.
Depending on your production system, Thomison provides tips on hybrid selection:
Corn for grain:
Black layer should be reached 1-2 weeks before the first killing frost; and since drying is a major cost, use Growing Degree Day data from variety trials to evaluate maturity and drydown. And he says, "One of the most effective strategies for spreading risk, and widening the harvest interval, is planting multiple hybrids of varying maturity."
Wide area performance:
Thomison says look for yield performance over a wide geographical area, and do not select a hybrid because of its collection of genetic traits or cosmetic appeal. He says yield consistency across various environments will provide a good yield from year to year. However, he says if you have a corn rootworm problem or corn borer problem, then select the Bt traits that are needed. Additionally, he says a hybrid that offers some degree of drought resistance will likely be promoted and in demand. Thomison says look at the results carefully to ensure it really had drought resistance over a wide area and not just a good performer in a location or two where showers were more plentiful. He said a seemingly superior drought value may also have resulted from the timing of the planting and its pollination period escaped the heat and dryness.
Hybrids with good standability are needed to keep the ear in the air for the combine. Lodged corn yields less and may have been caused by the hybrid's susceptibility to stalk rots. If fungal problems have been frequent or if field drying is necessary, then standability is a requirement. If facilities are available for drying corn at high moisture, then it may not be an issue. When asking about standability and fungal resistance also inquire about greensnap which is a related issue.
Fungal resistance.
Check the hybrid to ensure that it has good resistance to fungal issues in your fields or in your region. Those include stalk rots, foliar diseases and ear rots. Most of the spores are in your field, and ready to pounce in the right weather conditions, so fungal resistance is important every year. Damaging problems could result from northern leaf flight, gray leaf spot, Gibberella and diplodia.
Overall performance.
Before making a purchase, check the performance of the hybrid in your state. Extension researchers have field trials in all states, and publish their data as early as possible to ensure corn growers have the information needed to make good management decisions. Find your state data here.
While most seed corn has been ordered, some farmers are finding they will not get what they want and will have to make alternate choices. If that is the case, conduct your own research on the data for corn hybrids. Look at such issues as, maturity, wide area performance, standability, fungal resistance, and overall performance.
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Advance look at the evil Karak Nul...
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Later this month MOTU fans will have yet another villain to add to Skeletor's ever-growing army. The eagerly anticipated glow-in-the-dark Scareglow is the third figure releasde under the Club Eternia final quarter 2009 subscription plan and will also be on sale at mattycollector.com on November 16.
So, how does this new Masters of the Universe Classics figure measure up to the rest of the line? Check out our advance look below to find out...
PACKAGING: Scareglow comes packaged in the standard Masters of the Universe Classics blister-card packaging. The carded figure comes packed in the white mailer box which has proven to be a highly successful move by Mattel to ensure that their figures are delivered in the best condition possible. The bio reveals plenty of interesting information regarding Screglow's real name Karak Nul and his obsession with unlocking the powers of Castle Grayskull.
SCULPT/ACCESSORIES: Scareglow features a removable purple cape which goes clear at the very bottom. The figure's entire body is made up of the same parts as the Skeletor figure with the exception of the head and cape. The cape has a very worn and rugged look to it with tears and
threading details at the seams.
The Four Horsemen really went the extra mile with this figure by also sculpting a highly-detailed miniature Castle Grayskull reliquary accessory. It fits perfectly in Scareglow's right hand and houses a sacred key inside as well. The reliquary features a chained clasp which conveniently attaches to Scareglow's wrist. But that's not all... Scareglow also includes his trusty Scythe of Doom which also has a glow-in-the-dark blade.
PAINT: This figure is painted incredibly well with no visible paint bleeds or flaws. The paint quality and execution is exactly what is expected of a $20 collectible figure. Scareglow features an entirely glow-in-the-dark body which features black painted accents resembling that of a skeletal body. The eyes are painted in a clean, vibrant red with a yellow iris which stands out vividly against the translucent yellow color scheme. Overall this figure features an exceptionally clean and detailed paint job that looks great with the lights on or off.
ARTICULATION: Scareglow features the standard 16 points of articulation that we have seen so far on all the MOTU Classics figures plus four additional jointed spider legs. Scareglow offers several cool posing options thanks to the vast amount of firmly placed joints on his body.
OVERALL: I have been eagerly anticipating Scareglow's release since the figure was first shown at Comic-Con. Now that I have the figure in-hand, it has easily become one of my favorite villains in the line so far. Let's face it, Mattel has released several cool bad guys but this particular one glows in the dark. The Masters of the Universe Classics line just keeps getting better by the month and fans are definitely in for a treat come later this month. For those who already placed their subscription orders on mattycollector.com you will just need to keep an eye out for the UPS man, but for those that did not, make sure you are sitting in front of a computer at noon on November 16th because this guy will surely disappear in the blink of an eye!
Review and Photos by Jorge Pelaez
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April gets off to a cool start in Orange County on Monday, with clouds and even a bit of drizzle in the morning, the National Weather Service says.
Then a warming trend could drive inland temperatures into the low 80s by Wednesday before the weather turns cooler toward the end of the week.
It's the usual tradeoff between high- and low-pressure air. As the week begins, low pressure over the Great Basin is helping draw air flow in from the ocean and thicken the marine layer.
Monday should see highs of 65 to 70 inland, 60 to 65 on the coast, with cloudy skies in the morning turning partly cloudy later.
Monday evening could bring more patchy drizzle.
The cloud pattern will be the same Tuesday, with another chance for patchy drizzle in the morning and highs of 69 to 74 inland, 61 to 66 on the coast.
Wednesday will start with patchy fog and partly cloudy skies, then turn mostly sunny as high pressure muscles in along the coast. Inland highs should be 76 to 81, with the coast remaining in the 61 to 66 range.
Thursday will be mostly cloudy with patchy fog, then partly cloudy and 72 to 77 inland, 60 to 65 on the coast.
Expect that same cloud-fog pattern through Saturday as temperatures slowly relax under a reassertion of coastal low pressure.
Inland highs should be 71 to 76 Friday and 69 to 74 Saturday; on the coast, it will be 60 to 65 Friday, 59 to 64 Saturday.
Sunday will go from mostly to partly cloudy, with highs of 67 to 72 inland, 59 to 64 at the beach.
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Microsoft Launching Xbox Documentary Series in 2014
Xbox Entertainment Studios has a range of content in production, including a series of newly announced documentaries hitting Xbox Live next year.
Microsoft is teaming with production company Lightbox, run by Simon Chinn ('Man on Wire') and Jonathin Chinn ('30 Days'), to bring the original documentary series to its Xbox consoles. First on the docket is the story of Atari's 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,' every copy of which is rumored to have been buried in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The supposed landfill is going to be excavated to see just how much truth there is to the urban legend.
"Our collaboration with Xbox offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a unique series of films around the extraordinary events and characters that have given rise to the digital age," Simon Chinn told Xbox Wire.
"Our goal is to produce a series of compelling and entertaining docs which will deploy all the narrative techniques of Simon's and my previous work," said Jonathan Chinn. "It's particularly exciting to be partnering with filmmakers like Zak Penn who come to this process from other filmmaking disciplines and who will bring their own distinctive creative vision to this."
The series will be available on Xbox Live all over the world on both the Xbox One and Xbox 360. Shooting begins in January, so expect it to air sometime later in 2014.


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The new EU chemicals legislation applies to all industry sectors dealing with chemicals and along the entire supply chain. It makes companies responsible for the safety of chemicals they place on the market.
REACH is a regulation of the European Union, adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals, while enhancing the competitiveness of the EU chemicals industry. It also promotes alternative methods for the hazard assessment of substances in order to reduce the number of tests on animals.
The CLP Regulation ensures that the hazards presented by chemicals are clearly communicated to workers and consumers in the European Union through classification and labelling of chemicals.
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The Biocidal Product Regulation (BPR, Regulation (EU) 528/2012) concerns the placing on the market and use of biocidal products, which are used to protect humans, animals, materials or articles against harmful organisms, like pests or bacteria, by the action of the active substances contained in the biocidal product.
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LEDBURY Community Choir will be raising the rafters of Ledbury Rugby Club with a summer concert.
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MONTREAL — Target has presented its Emerging Designer Award to Mélissa Nepton. Nepton was selected from a group of five finalists as the grand prize winner during the final competition hosted last night at Montreal Fashion Week. The Target Emerging Designer Award is part of the Designers Fund, a joint initiative of Groupe Sensation Mode and Fondation de la mode de Montréal.
As the grand prize winner, Nepton will create an apparel collection to be sold exclusively at Target stores in Quebec in 2014. She will also receive a $25,000 grant and will be featured in Elle Québec.
"We're proud to announce Mélissa Nepton as the winner of the Target Emerging Designer Award, which allows up-and-coming fashion designers the opportunity to kick-start their career in fashion," said John Morioka , senior vice-president, Merchandising, Target Canada. "Target is known for its innovative designer partnerships and we look forward to showcasing Melissa's design throughout Quebec."
Mélissa Nepton was introduced to the fashion world at an early age, as she watched her mother create theatre costumes and children's clothes. After studying fashion in Montreal and Paris , she worked for the Marie-Claire Group. Her dream of creating her own label came true when she was cast in the reality TV show La Collection. Soon afterward, Nepton established her eponymous label.
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A MAN who threatened staff in a shop with a knife during an armed robbery is being hunted by police.
The man, wearing gloves, a jacket over his head and a balaclava, burst into the Spar shop, in Manchester Road, Burnley, at around 9.30pm on Saturday.
He ordered two female workers to hand over the contents of the till, which amounted to £85, before fleeing the shop.
It is the second time the store has been raided in the space of seven months.
Donald Wells, who runs the sh-op, said: "The two members of staff were shocked but they seemed to have coped with it quite well, which is a relief.
"It looks like the man has been waiting further up Manchester Road, watching the shop until all customers have gone.
"He only got away with £85 as we are careful not to leave too much money in the till having been done before. It's madness really, it's armed robbery and you are looking at a prison sentence all for £85. It's not worth it. Hopefully police can catch him as anybody who can do this kind of thing is clearly dangerous, and could do it again."
On November 5 last year hundreds of pounds were stolen from the convenience store in Rosehill, with two members of staff also threatened with a knife.
On that occasion police said they believed the man had waited for almost two hours outside the store before the attack.
Mr Wells, 60, has run the Manchester Road store for 10 years with Linda, 62. He said: "Although he only got away with £85 it is a lot of inconvenience and stress for people. Me and my wife were at home asleep when staff called us to tell us what had happened. We didn't get home until 2am and then had to be up at 5.30am to open up today (Sunday).
"Staff had to give statements to police and were shook up by what happened. There were four police officers here and the police helicopter was up, so it all costs a lot of money."
Detective Insp Nick Hodgeson, of East CID, said: "This must have been a terrifying experience for these members of staff and I would appeal for anyone with any information or who knows who this man may be to get in touch with the police."


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Found this article interesting as it pertains to high rise of cc amongst the indigenous community. This is the part that caught my attention:
In Fort Chipewyan, there have been reports of increases in diseases and cancers.
A local doctor, John O'Connor, reported disproportionately high incidents of colon, liver, blood and bile-duct cancers in the community. "There have been several different kinds of cancer, as well as what we call auto-immune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, various skin rashes," O'Connor told the Dominion. "The malignant--the cancerous diseases have been the biggest concern."
One condition, Cholangiocarcinoma, normally occurs in one out of 100,000 people. But in Fort Chipewyan, "We've had two tissue biopsy confirmed cases...and possibly another three or four, which didn't actually get to tissue biopsy diagnosis."
"In a population of between 750 and 1200, that's very unexpected."
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text: Putnam school board approves $112.5 million budget By Kate White May 20, 2013 Story Share WINFIELD, W.Va. -- Members of the Putnam County Board of Education approved a $112.5 million budget for the 2013-14 fiscal year on Monday night.The budget is about $2 million more than last year, according to treasurer Chris Campbell, and puts an emphasis on technology.Earlier this year, board members hired Datacom Specialists, an Ohio company, to monitor technology throughout the county.During the company's first year working with Putnam they'll be paid $440,000. However, Hatfield said expenditures have been rearranged so that only about half of that money is a new expense.Also, about $305,000 was added to the budget to replace student computers.Cindy Daniel, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, said county school officials are working on a plan to update technology throughout the county.Superintendent Chuck Hatfield noted other technology expenses, like every student getting a computer at Buffalo High School and the implementation of the "Leader in Me" program at county elementary schools.The "Leader in Me" program is based on Stephen Covey's bestselling book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People."School officials are working to implement the "Leader in Me" program in all of the county's 14 elementary schools. Last fall, Connor Street, George Washington, Poca, Confidence and Rock Branch elementary schools implemented the program. By 2016, Hatfield said all elementary schools would teach it. "We want to be on the cutting edge and lead the way in all areas," Hatfield said.Other increases include money for professional development and building construction and maintenance, according to Hatfield.Also at the meeting, board members approved a bid for $182,194 from Tri-State Roofing to replace a section of roof on a wing at the Putnam County Technical Center.Hatfield said that project would complete roofing repairs at the school.Reach Kate White at firstname.lastname@example.com or 304-348-1723. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 New leaders begin to emerge for Marshall football 2 Philanthropist Betty Schoenbaum of Shoney's fortune turns 100 3 Derek Redd: Marshall thinks outside the cable box for broadcasts 4 Deer in 8 WV counties found dead from EHD 5 DHHR report: No neglect, criminal charges in death of ResCare client City enacts half-cent sales tax Previous Story Virginia Street, Oakridge Drive on paving list Next Story


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Concerns regarding the supply of refined products on the U.S. East Coast have eased considerably in recent months, reflecting both an improved outlook for regional refining activity and success in meeting logistical challenges. In a February 2012 report the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) had considered the impacts of a potential loss of almost 700,000 barrels per day (bbl/d) of the Northeast's (PADD 1A and 1B) refining capacity by mid-2012, including Sunoco's Philadelphia refinery (335,000 bbl/d) in addition to ConocoPhillips' Trainer (185,000 bbl/d) and Sunoco's Marcus Hook (178,000 bbl/d) refineries that had closed in September and December 2011. Additionally, a major supplier of imports to the U.S. East Coast, HOVENSA's St. Croix refinery in the U.S. Virgin Islands, closed in the first quarter of 2012. The need for the February report arose from the coincident actual and announced closings of these refineries that would have taken place within a year of one another. In a scenario with all three of the Philadelphia-area refineries shut down, EIA estimated an additional 420,000 barrels per day (bbl/d) of petroleum products from outside the region would be needed to meet demand. EIA noted sufficient volumes of product would be likely available from Gulf Coast refiners or overseas suppliers to meet this requirement. However, EIA also found that stress on existing product supply infrastructure which had been closely integrated with the local refineries was possible, potentially raising the cost of fuel for consumers in the region.
The worst case scenario evaluated in EIA's report has not come to pass. Following the recently formed joint venture between The Carlyle Group and Sunoco, the Sunoco Philadelphia refinery is now expected to remain in operation. In addition, Delta Air Lines has purchased the Trainer refinery and has announced plans to restart it in the third quarter of 2012. With these two refineries in operation, the supply of petroleum products refined in the Northeast region is expected to be much higher than in the scenario EIA considered in its February report, greatly reducing the requirement for additional petroleum products from outside the region. Other developments, including increased product flows into the region from the Midwest (PADD 2) that were identified as a possible outcome in the EIA report and an increased capacity to bring waterborne products into the product pipelines originating in the Philadelphia area, have also contributed to the easing of product supply concerns. Notably, the ability to bring in products to pipelines that feed Pennsylvania and western New York has increased as a result of Sunoco Logistics' Eagle Point Terminal in New Jersey becoming operational. With a connection to the Colonial Pipeline as well as dock capacity to bring in waterborne petroleum products and move them on the pipelines running westward, Eagle Point helps to create a more flexible infrastructure in the region.
EIA has updated its calculations of supply requirements for the Northeast markets that appeared in the February report. The previously estimated regional "supply gap" of approximately 420,000 bbl/d for gasoline and ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) combined that would have resulted from the idling of the three Philadelphia-area refineries is now expected to be just 50,000 bbl/d (Figure 1) of ULSD, with the gasoline gap disappearing almost entirely. The remaining potential ULSD supply gap is largely the result of an expected increase in demand for ULSD because of New York State's requirement that beginning in July 2012, all distillate fuel used for heating purposes be ULSD.
Moving about 50,000 bbl/d of additional ULSD to the Northeast should be well within the capacity of existing infrastructure. While global ULSD markets remain tight, the U.S. Gulf Coast is a major center of ULSD production, exporting an average of almost 580,000 bbl/d of ULSD in 2012 through April. Given the recent 55,000-bbl/d expansion of the distillate segment of the southern portion of the Colonial Pipeline, the ability to ship ULSD from the Gulf Coast has increased by more than the updated estimate of additional supply required from outside the region. While the expanded capacity is only on the southern portion of the pipeline, where gasoline and distillate fuels have separate lines, it should help to deliver additional volumes of ULSD on the northern portion of the line (Greensboro, NC to Linden, NJ). However, on the northern portion of the pipeline, gasoline and distillate do not have separate lines. Thus, additional volumes of ULSD moving on the northern portion of the Colonial pipeline could crowd out shipments of other fuels such as gasoline until 2013, when Colonial is expected to complete an expansion on the Greensboro-to-Linden portion of the pipeline. As gasoline is available in greater volumes globally, importing additional barrels should not pose a challenge. It is also possible the Northeast refineries could increase ULSD production, reducing the need for additional supplies from outside the region. For example, The Carlyle Group and Sunoco joint venture announced planned upgrades to the Philadelphia refinery, including the installation of a hydrocracker, that will support higher ULSD yields.
While the petroleum product supply picture in the Northeast has definitely brightened, EIA's current analysis is based on projected consumption from EIA's monthly forecasts. If consumption were to deviate significantly from projected levels for any reason, supply requirements would change accordingly. Global ULSD markets remain tight, and attracting supplies to the Northeast means competing with other demand centers, particularly Europe.


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Despite the Chicago Bears' highly publicized offseason coordinator change in which Mike Tice replaced Mike Martz, they haven't gotten the improved offensive results they wanted this season.
Still, quarterback Jay Cutler would prefer if the Bears gave Tice more than one year to get them in a better groove. Cutler, in an interview with Chicago radio station WMVP-AM 1000, hopes he will get more time to get in sync with his play-caller.
"It's hard for an offense and for a quarterback to get where you want to be and be consistent on a weekly basis if you're changing coordinators every year," Cutler said. "That's a reality. I think it's an overlooked fact. I thought he (Tice) did a good job. We're not done yet. It's a difficult job where we had a lot of injuries on the offensive line, first year of the offense and you're expected to go out there and rip it up. But it's just reality. It's the first year of the offense."
The Bears' offensive line has continued to struggle in protecting Cutler, even with an emphasis on him getting the ball out quickly. It hasn't been consistent in helping him with good run blocking, either. The one saving grace for the passer has been the renewed great connection with Brandon Marshall, his go-to wide receiver with the Denver Broncos.
The decision to keep Tice would be easier if Chicago makes the playoffs, which would happen with a Week 17 victory at Detroit coupled with a Minnesota home loss to Green Bay. Look for the Bears to have Cutler let it loose against a reeling Lions secondary in the controlled indoor environment of Ford Field.


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Several downtown traffic lights as well as the traffic light at Ninth and Willow would be removed if the city council approves the recommendations of a consultant from Lincoln.
Mark E. Lutjeharms of Schemmer Architects of Lincoln presented the results of a study that his firm conducted in October of motor vehicle traffic, pedestrian traffic and the history of accidents at several intersections.
In the study, several downtown intersections were listed as having potential for signals to be removed.
Those are:
East Fourth St. at the corners of Dewey, Bailey and Chestnut.
Jeffers St. at Second, Third and Fifth.
Also, the study recommends removing the signal at Ninth and Willow, west of Lincoln Elementary.
Intersections under consideration for signals are Second and Willow, Buffalo Bill Ave and West A, and Fourth St at Tabor and at Bryan.
The study also includes information on crash data and lists these intersections where painted lane markers, wider turn lanes and better visibility are recommended.
Philip Ave at Cottonwood and at Oak.
Oak St. at B and at E.
Sixth and Taft
Newberry Road and Commerce Dr. (Commerce Drive is just south of Flying J, where semi-trucks leaving the truck stop pull onto Newberry.)
Councilman Brook Baker questioned Lutjeharms on the accuracy of the survey of pedestrian traffic near the splash park in Memorial Park on East Fourth and Lincoln Elementary near Ninth and Willow.
Baker noted that the study was conducted in October, when not many people are out walking.
Thats a good question, but the weather was nice when we did the study, Lutjeharms said.
Baker had been reading the 89-page study as Lutjeharms explained it to the council.
Not according to your summary, Baker said. It shows temps in the 30s, and thats pretty cold for a four-year-old to be out walking.
Lutjeharms did not respond.
The council took the study under consideration. No further action is planned yet.
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MIAMI - I don't get too excited when one computer model shows a low pressure system developing in the tropics. However, when all of the global computer models consistently agree that a low pressure system is going to develop, I start paying closer attention.
The green area in the graphic (below) centered just south of Jamaica, marks an area of low pressure forecast by the European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.
This European model was initialized at 8:00 a.m. Friday for the verifying time of 8:00 a.m. Wednesday October 24. It is typically one of the better performing models. Other global models from Canada, the U.S. Navy and the U.S. National Weather Service forecast something similar.
Only time will tell if this low actually develops as forecast. If it does develop, the long-range models suggest that the most likely scenario at this time is for it to eventually move northward or northeastward.
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From The Archives - Bunker Hunt And 'Silver Thursday'
Back in May of last year, just after the now historic silver slamdown of "Silver Sunday" on May 1, 2011, when the metal imploded by nearly 20% in the span of seconds, a move that some considered 'normal', primarily the CFTC, we presented the extended biopic of the infamous "Silverfinger": Bunker Hunt, who attempted to corner the silver market, and succeeded, if only briefly (and they say Playboy has no good articles). Today, courtesy of Grant Williams, we have dredged up the following clip from the archives, which is a 10 minute overview of just how there is really nothing new ever in the silver market, bringing up memories of Silver Thursday, March 27, 1980, and raising questions whether last year the move in precious metals was not due to the same attempt to corner the silver and gold markets as happened 30 years prior. A far more important question perhaps is how was it that tried a redux of the Hunt brothers (and Warren Buffett of course), and when will someone take their place next?


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The first car manufacturer to introduce the assembly line, Ford is now well-known for its range of cars of all shapes and sizes, from the city friendly Ka, to the family-oriented C-max, right through to the high-powered Focus RS.
Today, Ford's range of cars are known for their good looks and affordable quality. Their cars appeal to people of all ages, genders and backgrounds, and can fit a variety of uses.
Just four models in the Ford range (the Cortina, Escort, Fiesta and Focus) have held position 1 in the UK's top selling new car lists since 1972, whilst simultaneously making regular appearances in 'Top 10 used car' lists as well.
To help you understand the insurance and running costs you can expect from your Ford, in the tables below, we've collected some of the key statistics from the current range that will impact these areas.
We also have a large collection of articles and guides on car insurance, which you might find useful, including how car insurance premiums are calculated, and how ABI groups are allocated.
The C-Max could be seen as a cross breed between the Fiesta and the Focus. Although it uses attributes from Ford's more popular vehicles, it has been designed with family practicality in mind.
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The reliability score is based upon the number of times the car fails to start, how long it is off the road due to repairs, the cost of the repair and the average age and mileage of that particular vehicle recorded on their database. With this score, it could mean more time on the road for you and less time in the garage for your trusty car.
The Escort was considered by many to be the #1 affordable family car in the UK for much of its production lifetime, with many car enthusiasts sad to see its reign come to an end. Luckily, they are still available to buy second hand across the country, and we can still compare cheap car insurance quotes to help keep them on the road!
Despite their rally track record, the range of engine options for on-the-road Escorts is fairly limited, typically between 1.4 and 1.8 litres.
This means their recommended ABI insurance group range is similarly limited, with just a few exceptions in the cabriolet class.
With a reputation for being fun to drive, having excellent handling, cheap to run and affordable in general, the Fiesta's popularity over the last 30 years isn't so surprising. It was however also reported to be 2nd among the UK's most stolen cars in 2013 (though this could be because there are so many of them on the road).
With an engine range (across generations) from 1.0 to 2.0, the Fiesta seems to have something for all types of drivers, from its small hatchbacks to sedans and vans. This goes some way to explaining why the potential insurance groups for the Fiesta are so diverse, from 7 right up to 30.
Boasting a wealth in variety, available Focus models range from the 1.0 litre EcoBoost up to the sportier 2.5 litre ST models, so premiums can vary drastically depending on the model you own.
If you're looking for power, the Focus RS or ST might be just what you've been looking for. Do bear in mind however that this additional power is likely to result in higher insurance premiums.
If you're looking for a Focus that is cheaper to get on the road, the standard one litre hatchback could fit the bill. It is typically grouped well by insurers when compared to other Focus' and its smaller engine will also help when it comes to buying your road tax.
The Fusion is a vertically enlarged version of the Fiesta. It features increased ground clearance, a taller roof and dual roof racks.
The most recent incarnation of the Fusion, the MK 2, was released in 2005 in the U.K. in Style+, Zetec and Titanium trim levels.
As the Fusion is no longer in production, parts are likely to become more and more difficult to source over time. This can lead to growing repair bills across the range of Fusions still on our roads. One way to avoid being hit with spiraling repair bills should you have to make a claim is a fully comprehensive policy.
Where third-party fire and theft policies will only cover you for what its name suggests: Third party damage, fires and thefts, fully comprehensive insurance allows you to make a claim even if the accident was your fault and could save you a large repair bill.
Now in its third generation, the Galaxy is undeniably popular throughout the UK and has even gone on to inspire other Models like the S-Max. This spacious MPV combines advanced technology and elegant design with safety resulting in a smooth school run and relieving the stress of a big family holiday.
Due to the nature and size of the car, the Galaxy could be expensive to repair. A newer Galaxy could also set you back a bit, so, if you're looking at saving some pounds and need a people carrier you could do a lot worse than picking up an older and used Galaxy. However, pick up an older model with a poor service history and you could be in trouble.
The Ka was first introduced as a small and low cost addition to the range but proved to be highly popular worldwide. Now in its second generation, this funky and friendly small car is perfect for new drivers due to its nimble handling and low running costs.
Research constructed by the Confused.com team found that the Ka is one of the cheapest cars for a 17-20 year old driver to insure. The low running and insurance costs could also be beneficial to city dwellers that are looking at saving a bit of money on their commute.
The Kuga is a compact SUV with a difference, available as both a 4x4 and a 4x2. Depending on the model you go for, the MPG is very respectable for an SUV, boasting up to 53mpg with fairly low emissions of about 139g/km using the 2.0 TDCi Titanium X 2WD as an example.
The Kuga first entered the market in 2008 with aspirations of reaching a high end market with their limited Zetec and Titanium range.
The Kuga received the maximum five stars for adult occupant safety from Euro NCAP and four for child safety. It also got three stars for pedestrian safety, which is higher than many cars get, especially SUV's.
The first Mondeo rolled off the production line in 1992 ready for its launch early in 1993. It was a front wheel drive replacement for the rear wheel drive Sierra. Since then the car has evolved to the fifth incarnation in the 2013 model which hit UK shores in 2014. It encompasses new technology like their EcoBoost engine, Ford Easy Fuel which stops you from putting diesel in a petrol engine, or vice versa and Start Stop technology.
Ford launched the Puma in 1997, shortly after the Ka, and stopped selling it in 2002, after ceasing production in 2001. A small, 3-door coupe, the Puma is considered to be a great car to drive and relatively cheap to run. Underneath the feline looks the car is based on the ever-popular Fiesta.
If you are going to buy a Puma, be careful as they haven't been produced since 2002, which means even the newest car will start to show its age. The good news is that because it is based on a Fiesta, replacement parts could be fairly easy to come by.
Amazingly, the Puma is still winning awards, as recently as 2011 when it won a prestigious What Car award for 'Best gem for under £1000'.
Ford designed this car as a combination of an MPV and an SAV, ultimately built for families as it comes with 7 seats as standard.
With the car tax bracket going from E - L for this car and its various specifications, depending which you pick you could be paying anything from £125 to £475 for a 12 month period. If it is the latter, you're likely to be seeking a great deal on your car insurance to help cover the increased car tax cost, in which case you've come to the right place.
*Information sourced from Parkers.co.uk / the Ford website
Henry Ford founded his company in 1903, building the Model T for a mass market in 1908. Since then his company has gone on to build a number of equally iconic cars, famous and recognised the world over, including the Mustang, the GT40, the Fiesta, Escort, Sierra and the Transit.
Like many American car manufacturers, Ford started in Detroit and was headquartered there for many years. However, now Ford's global HQ can be found in Dearborn, USA. It's the fourth largest car manufacturer worldwide and owns a stake in Mazda. At one time it also owned Aston Martin.
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Make a Holiday Greeting with a Magnet
A holiday greeting? Your company contact information on a magnet. You bet. Combine a personalized magnet with a greeting card for a dual-purpose holiday message for your customers.
Instructions: Open the templates for the greeting card.
Instructions: Print on Avery Glossy Half-Fold Greeting Cards.
Instructions: Cut out the window on the front of the card with scissors or a craft knife.
Instructions: Open the template for the magnet.
Instructions: Use a Glue Stic to apply magnet to the inside of the card, lining up so it shows through the hole in the front of the card.
Instructions: Open the template for the address label.
Instructions: Open the template for the return address label.
Instructions: Type in your return address on the smaller label, and your customer's name and address on the larger one. You can even add your company logo and a photo to the address label.
Instructions: Print on Avery Labels and apply to envelopes. Mail to your customer list.
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This item is truly a must have when it comes to creating Holiday Cards, Birthday Cards or Cards you would like to send to family and friends. I used this as an announcement for the birth of my grandson. It was excellent to introduce my grandson to family and friends, and was most appreciated because not only did it give them a visual on his handsome looks, it allowed them to use it to hold reminders and notes on their refrigerator (my suggestion to family and friends who received it).


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The College Compare website released rankings for 2014 listing Bethel College in the top 10 of all Indiana colleges and universities for five areas of study – religious studies (No. 3), legal (No. 3), athletics (No. 4), human biology (No. 9), and medicine (No. 9).


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Think Tank: US Exaggerating Iran Threat For Military Intervention
The United States is falsely accusing Tehran of supporting Iraqi militias in stoking violence in Iraq as a pretext for a military intervention in the Islamic republic, a leading British think-tank has said in a report.
Recent News:
Blix: Iran nuclear halt 'not logical'
Podhoretz: Bush to Bomb Iran Before Leaving Office
Iran says it is willing to arm, train Iraqi military
Iran slams Western 'pressure' on UN nuclear watchdog chief
Iraq horrors drove soldier to stab himself to death in front of girlfriend and sons
U.S., Iran hold positive talks on Iraq violence
A Final Appeal: Save Christian Iraq
Militants Widen Reach as Terror Seeps Out of Iraq
Top General underestimates Iraq War fatalities in Memorial Day media appearance
Westerners 'abducted in Baghdad'
Global Warming Is Not a Threat But the Environmentalist Response to It Is
Early this winter, the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released the summary of its latest report on global warming. It's most trumpeted finding was that the existence of global warming is now "unequivocal."
Recent News:
Parents give children Ritalin at exam time
I Was On the Global Warming Gravy Train
Explosion of the Fearmongers: The Greenhousers Strike Back and Out
Astronomers eagerly await potential birth of 'super' sun
US economy overtaken by EU, Japan
The Organization for Economic Development has said that economic growth in other rich countries has overtaken the United States this year.
China to catch up with US economy: world poll
Alex Jones presents The Order of Death, an amazing & horrifying look into the occult practices of the global elite featuring never before seen footage of the infamous Bohemian Grove.
Put your feet on a train seat and get a criminal record
A commuter who put his feet on a seat during his train journey home has been prosecuted in a clampdown on antisocial behaviour.
No jobs for US citizens without Homeland Security approval
US citizens who apply for a job will need prior approval from Department of Homeland Security under the terms immigration bill passed by the Senate this week.
Parents of babies to be given 'learning diaries' so experts can monitor children
Parents of babies and toddlers will be expected to record their child's progress in new 'learning diaries' under a £9million Government scheme.
Welcome to the Police State
Documents with video footage the rise of the police state in America and the plan to bring in martial law under FEMA and a one world federal government.
Unknown Drugs Used to Persecute Falun Gong Practitioners in China
Email Tax Coming
Hamburg police battle protesters
Less Than 0.01% Of Homeland Security Cases Are Terrorism Related
Brits Could Be Forced To Give Up Meat, Milk To Fight Global Warming
Activists Go Face To Face With Evil As Rockefeller Confronted
We Are Change group ask arch-elitist why he admits to working to destroy America in his own book
Bilderberg On The History Channel
Tucker Heads For Istanbul
Stop killing civilians in Afghanistan - UN
Russia tests new multiple-warhead missile
Russia Calls for Arms Control Conference
Bush Blasts Conservative Critics Of Immigration Deal
Immigration and Wages
Mexicans Boo Miss USA, Chant "Mexico"
What part of "Rosie was not fired" don't you understand?
Barbara Walters stated in no uncertain terms that Rosie O'Donnell's departure from The View was solely O'Donnell's decision, The View is sad to see her go and wishes she could have/would have stayed on, appreciates all she's done in her year there, and welcomes her back to visit as often as she wants.
Fox suggests Rosie fired over 'leaked' video of 9/11 talk
"Good Riddance Attention Whore"
Poland probes 'gay' Teletubbies
UK lecturers refuse to spy on students
UK university lectures today vehemently rejected a government plan to require academic staff to spy on Muslim student, describing it as a "witch-hunt".
House rejects microchip implants for violent criminals
Legislation that would authorize microchip implants in people convicted of violent crimes was sent back to a committee for more work Wednesday after state House members questioned whether the proposal would violate constitutional civil liberties.
Schools asked if they want surveillance cameras
Toronto's public schools are being asked if they want surveillance cameras in their buildings after concerns were raised about security measures in the wake of last week's shooting death of a teenage student at C. W. Jeffreys Collegiate Institute.
GOOGLE Chairman Dismisses Privacy Issue
Google super-brain to harvest human behaviour
Labour's council tax snoopers have snapped 1.3 millions pictures of homes
Fury as 90,000 police officers caught speeding are 'let off'
Infowars Reporters Gain National Media Attention For Giuliani Confrontation
Luke Rudkowski and fellow 9/11 truth activists demand answers on collapse of towers
WNBC Updates Story With Confirmation that Giuliani Got WTC Collapse Warning
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Here's an unwelcome birthday gift for Rudy Giuliani, as he travels around the city raising money: protests from fire fighters and family members of September 11th victims.
Charlie Sheen Responds To New York Post Hit Piece
The Truth About Charlie Sheen & Loose Change
New Video Compilation: 9/11 The Explosive Reality
9/11 Coincidences (Part Eleven)
Mossad Agent Pearlman Releases Phony "Al-Qaeda Tape"
Adam Pearlman, the Jewish Mossad agent who once wrote stinging essays condemning Muslims as "bloodthirsty terrorists", has once again popped up as an "Al-Qaeda spokesman" to frighten the dwindling number of Americans who still believe Al-Qaeda exists outside of U.S. intelligence circles.
Doing Business With The Enemy
American al Qaeda warns of attacks 'worse than 9/11'
Report Backs Witness Claims Of Terrorist 'Dry Run' On Flight
Recent News:
Republican Candidates Employ "al-Qaeda" Fairy Tales
Fitzgerald Again Points to Cheney
Special counsel Patrick J. Fitzgerald has made it clearer than ever that he was hot on the trail of a coordinated campaign to out CIA agent Valerie Plame until that line of investigation was cut off by the repeated lies from Vice President Cheney's former chief of staff, I. Lewis "Scooter" Libby.
Gut Check America: Share your stories
Your turn to start the conversation about what really matters in America
Ron Paul Gets 91% in Straw Poll; Not the Work of Spammers
Dems Make Excuses for Neoliberal Pelosi Sell Out
Liberty Attack Part Of Grand Scheme
Family found hanged in Texas home
The Most Important Insurance
Britain asks Russia to extradite Litvinenko suspect
Recent News:
China Kidney Transplant Expert Commits Suicide
You can't deport 3,000 criminals, EU tells Britain
Australian pub bars heterosexuals
Britain asks Russia to extradite Litvinenko suspect
Japanese minister reportedly hangs himself
China wants extradition treaties with West
Chavez Launches New Venezuela TV Station
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Move Your Groove Outdoors
During his tenure as a Crutchfield staff writer, Marshall Chase wrote about home theater receivers, sound bars, and in-wall and in-ceiling speakers.
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Heads up!Welcome to this article from the Crutchfield archives. Have fun reading it, but be aware that the information may be outdated and links may be broken.
|The versatile Polk Atrium Garden satellite speakers can be hung as a pendant or mounted in the ground, while the Atrium Garden subwoofer blends in with your terra cotta planters.
Your life extends beyond the four walls of your home, why not music? You can take your favorite tunes with you whether you're catching rays on the beach, puttering in the flower bed, firing up the grill or just relaxing on the porch. We'll show you how.
Around the house
For great sound on the deck or in the yard, consider a pair of outdoor speakers. They're specifically designed to handle the acoustic challenges of an outdoor environment. These speakers make spaces more inviting, while remaining unobtrusive and resistant to weather. Power your speakers with a dual-room/dual-source receiver and you open a world of music. See below for a few options and see our full selection of outdoor speakers for even more.
Going beyond the property line
Your home setup is tied down, but you're not. Your music shouldn't be either. Wireless systems and portable speakers are good to go. Sand or sandlot, pool or picnic, surf or turf, your playlist is close at hand. Check out the Sonos® gear and Bose® SoundLink® Wireless Mobile speaker toward the end of this article.
Outdoor speakers
Outdoor speakers are perfect companions for pool or patio, designed to withstand the elements and years of play. These speakers are built tough and tested under harsh conditions (read our article on Polk Audio's Torture Tests). Plus, outdoor speakers don't have to stand out to be heard. Most are easily mounted under an eave using rotating brackets, so you can aim them where you'll enjoy them most. And cleverly designed landscape speakers fade visually into the background, so you'll forget they're around until your "planter" starts singing. Now when you're out in the yard your music fits the scene like a cool, refreshing drink.
Power your outdoor speakers with a dual-room/dual source receiver
Dual-room/dual-source receivers allow you to send audio signals from different sources to separate rooms. So you can listen to music favorites at your cookout without interrupting the kids' cartoons on the TV inside. Most multi-zone home theater receivers can power outdoor speakers while providing surround sound on your main system. Others require the use of a separate amplifier to power your second pair of speakers.
Stream music outside with Sonos®
Music on the patio or the porch shouldn't be limited to radio station playlists or your CD collection. Why not have a world of entertainment at your fingertips? Sonos allows you to wirelessly stream your iTunes® library, music services like Pandora® Internet radio and Spotify®, as well as over 100,000 free Internet radio stations, podcasts and shows. You can enjoy it all, indoors or out. Control is easy using your laptop, smartphone or tablet. Simply stay in your seat while you change up the beat.
Music that goes everywhere you do
|Bose® SoundLink® Wireless Mobile speaker features built-in Bluetooth® for wireless streaming with any compatible device, including iPhone®, iPad®, and Android™ smartphones or tablets. Free your music and your ears.
Earbuds are okay for the short stretch of a morning commute or an afternoon workout. But when you're listening for hours, not so much. The Bose® SoundLink® mobile speaker relieves your ears from their short leash. This compact player features built-in Bluetooth® so you can enjoy rich Bose® sound with your smartphone, tablet, or laptop — without connecting a cable. And with up to eight hours on its rechargeable battery, you and your tunes can spend some quality time together.


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Due to a cruel twist of fate, my soul was deposited here in Wisconsin, rather than in my beloved New Orleans. Until I can make my escape, I spend my time helping put our two sons through college, maintaining our 1882 Queen Anne, driving my 1960 Ranchero (during the three decent months we get up here) and shoveling snow. Endless snow. Color and life-sucking snow. The White Death. That's why jokes are so important. They remind us that before we have The Big One while shoveling more of God's Dandruff we need to find a few minutes to laugh. Gotta go. It's snowing. By the way, that picture is me in my Grim Reaper costume on Bourbon Street on Halloween night a few years back. Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans?
People falling down. The Stooges. People walking into things. People doing really dumb things, then getting hurt. Days when it doesn't snow.


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It's no secret: San Diego Comic-Con has grown to epic proportions since its 1970 debut. Attendance is now well over 125,000, filling the San Diego Convention Center and surrounding hotels, to capicity. Because of this over-crowding issue, Comic-Con International has been debating moving Comic-Con to another city. Both Los Angeles and Anaheim have submitted bids to try to lure the convention.
For better or for worse, official word is now out that San Diego Comic-Con will be staying in San Diego... at least for the next five years. To accommodate Comic-Con's stay until 2015, plans are uunderway to expand the convention center.
What do you think about San Diego Comic-Con staying in San Diego? Voice your thoughts below! Personally, I'm all for it. I may be a liitle biased having been born and raised in San Diego, but honestly, what's not to love about the current location? The weather is spectacular. The Gaslamp Quarter, a stone's throw away from the Con, offers plenty of dining options and sights to see. I do hope more hotels are part of the expansion plan, but other than that, viva la San Diego Comic-Con!


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The 6th Advanced Forum on U.S. Economic Sanctions Enforcement & Compliance will be held in Washington DC on June 5 and 6, 2013. The conference, held at the Washington Hilton mere minutes away from our bed and breakfast, will focus on global financial, export, and insurance sanctions. If you are searching for a convenient place to stay in Washington DC during this event, consider our Guest House, as our accommodations offer complimentary homemade breakfasts and free WiFi. For simple walking directions from our Washington DC hotel, please see the map below.
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Saturday's great schedule of games produced fantastic finishes between NCAA Tournament-bound teams pretty much all day long.
But it wasn't just Syracuse-Louisville, Ohio State-Michigan State, Gonzaga-Butler and Creighton-Wichita State that made Saturday's slate interesting. There were more than a few bizarre numbers produced; here's a sampling.
The No. 15 San Diego State Aztecs came into Saturday's game at Wyoming averaging a robust 72.3 points per game.
So, of course, they only managed nine points in the first half, and eventually lost to the Cowboys, 58-45, to fall to 2-2 in a very competitive Mountain West Conference. Aside from the season-opening loss to Syracuse on an aircraft carrier—poor shooting is excused in that case—the Aztecs had scored at least 60 points in every game this season.
Illinois-Chicago was building a reputation as an up-and-comer early this season, notching wins against Colorado State, Northwestern and Iona by the second week of December. Things have gone sour since then.
On Saturday, the Flames traveled to Detroit and were snuffed out. They scored just 14 points in the first half and wound up losing by 51 points. Yep, 51 points. The 98-47 final was Detroit's biggest margin of victory this season, though not by as much as you might think. On January 10, the Titans beat Youngstown State by 41 (101-60).
The Maryland Terrapins, fresh off their upset of No. 14 N.C. State on Wednesday, started out their road game at North Carolina in absolutely horrific fashion.
Their first six possessions went as follows: blocked shot, turnover, turnover, turnover, turnover, turnover. Not surprisingly, the Terps trailed by 22 at halftime and wound up losing to the Tar Heels, 62-52.
The No. 17 team in the country hit the road to play the No. 10 team in the country.
And the final margin of victory was 31 points. Of course it was. Missouri's start to the game was every bit as awful as Maryland's; while the host Florida Gators were making seven of their first nine shots, the Tigers couldn't hold onto the ball. Florida's 15-2 lead was a sign of things to come in an 83-52 victory.
Point guard Phil Pressey had one of his worst games at Mizzou, committing 10 of the Tigers' 21 turnovers.
The Big Ten is brutally tough this season, and two of the best squared off Saturday in East Lansing, Michigan. The visiting Ohio State Buckeyes fell behind quickly, as Michigan State jumped out to a 13-2 lead.
So, of course the Buckeyes responded with a 15-0 run to grab a 17-13 lead, and the game stayed close all the way to the end, with the Spartans pulling out a 59-56 victory.
Coming off a stunning victory on the road at No. 1 Indiana on Tuesday, the Wisconsin Badgers traveled to Carver-Hawkeye Arena and fell behind Iowa 30-10 late in the first half.
On this day, though, that 20-point lead didn't mean much. With 7:18 left in the game, Iowa still was up by 15 (52-37), when Wisconsin's George Marshall absolutely took over. Yes, the George Marshall who is the freshman guard who had scored more than eight points just twice in his first 17 games. In the upset of Indiana, Marshall didn't score a single point.
In the final 7:18 of this game, Marshall scored 18 points, and Wisconsin cut the Iowa lead to just three points (66-63) with 24 seconds left, on a triple by Marshall (of course). If the Hawkeyes hadn't made nine of 10 free throws down the stretch, Marshall and the Badgers might have pulled off a completely improbable comeback.
As it finished, though, Iowa held on for the 70-66 victory.