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Mets re-up with Vegas affiliate for two years
NEW YORK -- The Mets and the Las Vegas 51s, the club's Triple-A affiliate, announced a new, two-year Player Development Contract on Thursday that will continue the teams' relationship through the 2016 season.
There had been some speculation that the Mets would seek a partnership with a different Triple-A franchise, likely one in the International League, because of logistical issues regarding getting players from Nevada to Queens or wherever the Mets happened to be playing on the road in the event of a callup.
With Rochester re-upping with the Twins this week, however, the Mets stayed with Vegas, just as they have since 2012.
"There were definitely potential options to go elsewhere," general manager Sandy Alderson said. "They've made some improvements. Their field there is much better than it was. There are some things that need to be done, but in terms of getting players in and out, if you're going to be that far away that's probably the best place to be given the number of flights that come in and out of there.
"We certainly didn't want to be someplace else in the Pacific Coast League. So we're happy to be back there."
Manager Terry Collins indicated earlier this month that the significant distance between Vegas and New York is an issue.
"We worry about [the travel] every time we call somebody up. Absolutely," Collins said. "When your Triple-A team is that far away and they do take those red eyes, sometimes they get here at the ballpark at 10:30 a.m. The majority of them will say, 'Yeah, I slept a little bit on the plane.' You've traveled. You don't sleep well on planes."
Anthony DiComo is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter @AnthonyDicomo. Tim Healey is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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In Outlook, you can create personalized signatures for your email messages. You can include text, images, your electronic business card, a logo, or even an image of your handwritten signature. You can set it up so that signatures can be added automatically to all outgoing messages, or you can choose which messages include a signature.
Create your signature and choose when Outlook adds a signature to your messages
Important: If you have a Microsoft Office 365 account, and you use Outlook and Outlook on the web or Outlook on the web for business, you need to create a signature in each. To create and use email signatures in Outlook Web App, see Create and add an email signature in Outlook Web App.
If you want to see how it's done, go directly to the video below.
Create a new email message.
On the Message tab, in the Include group, choose Signature > Signatures.
Under Select signature to edit, choose New, and in the New Signature dialog box, type a name for the signature.
Under Choose default signature, set the following options for your signature:
In the E-mail account list, choose an email account to associate with the signature. You can have different signatures for each email account.
In the New messages list, choose the signature that you want to be added automatically to all new email messages. If you don't want to auto sign your new email messages, accept the default option of (none).
In the Replies/forwards list, choose the signature that you want to be added automatically (auto sign) when you reply to or forward messages. Otherwise, accept the default option of (none).
Under Edit signature, type the signature, and then choose OK.
You can create a signature block like the one in the screenshot. Add more information, such as a job or position title and a telephone number, beneath your name (signature).
You can change the appearance of any text you add by using the mini formatting toolbar above the text box. You can also add social media icons and links. For more information, see Insert hyperlinks to Facebook and Twitter in your email signature.
Once you create your signature, Outlook doesn't add it to the message you opened in Step 1, even if you chose to apply the signature to all new messages. You'll have to add the signature manually to this one message.
Insert a signature manually
If you don't choose to insert a signature for all new messages or replies and forwards, you can still insert a signature manually.
In your email message, in the Include group on the ribbon, select Signature.
Choose your signature from the fly-out menu that appears.
Note: If you have more than one signature, you can switch between them by choosing the appropriate signature from the fly-out menu in Step 2.
See how it's done
Create a signature
Open a new message. On the Message tab, in the Include group, click Signature, and then click Signatures.
On the E-mail Signature tab, click New.
Type a name for the signature, and then click OK.
In the Edit signature box, type the text that you want to include in the signature.
To format the text, select the text, and then use the style and formatting buttons to select the options that you want.
To add elements besides text, click where you want the element to appear, and then do any of the following:
How to
To add an electronic business card
Click Business Card, and then click a contact in the Filed As list. Then click OK
To add a hyperlink
Click Insert Hyperlink, type in the information or browse to a hyperlink, click to select it, and then click OK
To add a picture
Click Picture, browse to a picture, click to select it, and then click OK. Common image file formats for pictures include .bmp, .gif, .jpg, and .png.
To finish creating the signature, click OK.
Note: The signature that you just created or modified won't appear in the open message; it must be inserted into the message.
Add a signature to messages
Signatures can be added automatically to all outgoing messages, or you can choose which messages include a signature.
Note: Each message can contain only one signature.
Insert a signature automatically
On the Message tab, in the Include group, click Signature, and then click Signatures.
Under Choose default signature, in the E-mail account list, click an email account with which you want to associate the signature.
In the New messages list, select the signature that you want to include.
If you want a signature to be included when you reply to or forward messages, in the Replies/forwards list, select the signature. Otherwise, click (none).
Insert a signature manually
In a new message, on the Message tab, in the Include group, click Signature, and then click the signature that you want.
Tip: To remove a signature from an open message, select the signature in the message body, and then press DELETE.
See also
Training: Use e-mail signatures in Outlook 2010 (Training)


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Port Elizabeth – The key to success is adapting to conditions as quickly as possible, Proteas captain Graeme Smith said on Thursday, ahead of the first cricket Test match to be played in Port Elizabeth in five years.
"Mentally, we need to be able to shift our mind-set from the other grounds in South Africa and play accordingly. Just being able to quickly identify what we're up against is going to be the key," Smith said on the eve of the second Test against New Zealand.
"I think the conditions here will suit the Kiwis' style a little bit more, so it's going to be about adapting and starting well. The wind plays a big factor at this ground and it's a different style of cricket that you need to play here to be successful."
The last five-day game at St George's Park was the Boxing Day Test in 2007, when the hosts went down by 128 runs to the West Indies.
The Proteas also lost their two previous Tests at the ground, against England in 2004 and Pakistan in 2007.
"Hopefully, we can go out and put all our hard work into play and put all those hoodoos and negativities (sic) to bed," Smith said.
"We would love to go on and win the series, and keep winning – that's what it's all about."
South Africa have one forced change to the side which beat New Zealand by an innings and 27 runs in Cape Town last week: Rory Kleinveldt will replace the injured Vernon Philander.
"Rory gained a lot of experience in Australia and the way he fought back in Adelaide after a tough test in Brisbane has given him a lot of strength," said the skipper.
"He's had good preparation going into this game, unlike Adelaide where it was thrust upon him on the morning of the game. He's bowled well at domestic level for a long period of time and he's probably played more cricket in Port Elizabeth than most of us in the team."
Kleinveldt had a good understanding of what was required of him and it was a fortuitous opportunity for him to grow as a cricketer at Test level, said Smith.
Developing Kleinveldt into a fully-fledged Test bowler also added more depth to the squad.
Morne Morkel would be given an opportunity to take the new ball.
Smith said his physical strength would be an advantage in the local conditions.
"Morne's taken the new ball a few times for us before Vernon came into the team, and he does bowl well in windy conditions as he's strong at the crease.
"He's an asset for us because he's a guy who can bowl heavy balls into the wind, which is important for us."
Smith said he was thoroughly enjoying his captaincy and working in an environment where the coach and management staff had removed a lot of pressure from his shoulders.
He could concentrate more on the actual game of cricket rather than on what was happening off the field.
The same cannot be said for New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum, who received a rude awakening in his first Test as captain last week when his side were bowled out for 45 in the first innings.
"We can't overlook what happened in that first innings, but at the same time we can't dwell on it because it affects your ability to move forward and it affects your confidence," McCullum said.
"While we learned the lessons from it, we also identified that we made progress and made some really good adjustments in a very short space of time. We showed some qualities that we want to be known for as a team."
McCullum said his team had shown character and fight in the way they bounced back and managed to exert pressure on South Africa at times.
James Franklin has been ruled out with a hamstring injury and Colin Munro would be given the opportunity to make his debut, batting at number seven and as a fourth seam bowler.
Pretoria-born Neil Wagner, with two Tests under his belt against the West Indies, would be given another opportunity, replacing another left-arm seamer, Chris Martin.
"While Martin got three wickets later on in the last Test match and bowled reasonably well, we thought the more aggressive option of Wagner Ä especially with a potentially drier pitch and his ability to reverse swing the ball Ä is going to serve us better to try and even up the series," McCullum said.
"Neil's an aggressive customer and I expect him to play extremely hard, especially being from South Africa and playing against South Africa. He's very excited to be playing against some of his old schoolmates," he said. – Sapa


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Kelly's recovery moves along, slowly
ST. LOUIS -- Cardinals right-hander Joe Kelly, who strained his left hamstring running out a bunt single April 16, has made progress, but for now there is no timetable for his return.
Kelly strained his left hamstring running out a bunt single April 16 against the Brewers and has been on the disabled list since the following day. There is no plan for when he might go on a rehab stint to work his way back.
"I don't know how close I am, I've only thrown twice and jogged a few times," Kelly said Friday. "Nothing even strenuous or anything, so I don't know a timetable for when a rehab assignment would be."
Kelly has thrown only twice off a mound, between 20 and 25 pitches -- all fastballs -- and said the muscles around the area in his hamstring feel strong.
Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said Kelly should return by July at the latest.
Alex Halsted is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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WASHINGTON This just in from a new Esquire/NBC News study: There are more Americans in the vast middle than on either the left or right.
Who didn't know?
Certainly those Americans who dwell in The Great Big Center have known this for some time. They bump into each other all day long in the great big country we call "outside the Beltway." Yet, judging by current events in Washington, you'd imagine reality to be a clash of titanic proportions. More accurately, it is a clash of titanic distortions.


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What is this medicine?FOLIC ACID (FOE lik AS id) is a water-soluble, B complex vitamin. It is in many foods like liver, kidneys, yeast, and leafy, green vegetables. It is used to treat megaloblastic anemia and anemia from poor diet in pregnant women, babies, and children.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What if I miss a dose?If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
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What should I watch for while using this medicine?Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Your doctor may order blood tests.
You need to eat a proper diet even while you are taking this vitamin. Taking vitamin supplements is not a substitute for a healthy diet. Ask your doctor or health care provider for good nutrition advice.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Where should I keep my medicine?Keep out of the reach of children.
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The work is three dimensional in a custom made box frame. All the elements are painted in blue acrylic and and cut out to make the diorama box. The designs maintain a similar line based on Eduardo Sarabia's ceramic vases, but hark from the traditional decorative craft "Papel Picado" (perforated paper), which Sarabia takes one step further transforming from 2-D to 3-D.
See Eduardo Sarabia working on a "Papel Picado" box, watch the video on our blog.
Born in Los Angeles in 1976, Eduardo Sarabia obtained a BFA from Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles and now lives and works in Los Angeles, Guadalajara and Berlin.
Sarabia is known for creating fake evidence for semi-fictional events, using performance, drawing, painting, ceramics, photographs and sculpture to document events and ideas. His Latino heritage is an influence in his work, with its cultural symbols appearing throughout.
The artist has published several exhibition catalogues and undertaken international projects including Salon Aleman, for the 21c Museum's 3rd Annual Pajama Party, June 2008, Louisville, Kentucky and Salon Aleman, organized by Eduardo Sarabia in collaboration with unitednationsplaza, Berlin, Germany, 2006-2007.
Recently Sarabia has partaken in numerous international group shows, including I Love New York, I-20 Gallery, New York, USA, 2001; OIL, Triangle Project Space, San Antonio, Texas, USA, 2004; Poles Apart Poles Together. (Curated by Juan Puntes and Doron Polak), 51st Venice Biennale, Venice, Italy, 2005; Body and Geography, (curated by Jeanette Zwingenberger) Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lille, France, 2006 and Whitney Biennial, Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, USA, 2008. Recent solo exhibitions include Project Room: Eduardo Sarabia. (Curated by Ciara Ennis). Santa Monica Museum of Art, Santa Monica, California, USA, 2002; Eduardo Sarabia/Eric Wesley, Sutton Lane, London, UK, 2003; Art Nova, Art Basel Miami Beach, Miami, Florida, USA (I-20), 2005 and 2006; Museo Raúl Anguiano, Guadalajara, Mexico, 2008 and History of the World-Eduardo Sarabia, LA Louver, Los Angeles, USA, 2008.


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Kyrie Irving is awesome. He is an absolutely complete offensive player and he is only 20 years old. He has amazing handles, he can shoot, he has good body control, he has great footwork, he can drive and finish at the rim, he can post up, he can pass. He can do everything on the offensive side of the ball. But he's not a two-way player yet. And he is a point guard.
Yes, the point guard is one of the most important positions in basketballs. But what's important is that your point guard knows his role. You don't have to be an amazing talent to be a successful point guard. If you are a good basketball player and you execute your role then you can be a successful point guard even if you are not a top 10 talent. In fact, point guards that are top 10 talents tend to win less titles than any other position in the NBA.
Simply put, wings and bigs win more often than PGs. Under this premise, I would take Paul George over Kyrie Irving. Simply because Paul is a wing and Kyrie is a PG.


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USAID's Largest Gender Program Will Build Upon Afghan Progress From The Past Decade
For Immediate Release
WASHINGTON, DC: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) launched a five-year program targeting the education, promotion, and training of a new generation of Afghan women, aged 18-30. Named "Promote," the program's goal is to increase women's contributions to Afghanistan's development by strengthening women's rights groups, boosting female participation in the economy, increasing the number of women in decision making positions within the Afghan government, and helping women gain business and management skills.
Subject to the availability of funds, the ceiling limit for Promote is set at $416 million to allow for possible contributions of up to $200 million from other international donors.
Building upon existing and previous programs for women and girls, USAID Administrator Rajiv Shah announced the program at the a U.S. Institute of Peace today, reaffirming the U.S. government's long-term support for Afghan women.
"Enormous progress has been made in advancing opportunities for women and girls in Afghanistan over the past 11 years," Administrator Shah said, "While there are challenges ahead, Promote underscores our commitment to ensuring that women and girls play a major role in determining Afghanistan's political and economic future."
USAID's commitment to Afghan women also includes the creation of an institute for gender and development studies and an international scholarship program for Afghan women pursuing careers in highly technical professions.
With substantial assistance from USAID, Afghanistan has seen one of the most rapid declines in maternal mortality anywhere in the world and an increase in overall life expectancy of 15 – 20 years. Girls now account for more than a third of all school children in Afghanistan compared to virtually none in 2002. More than 120,000 young women have finished secondary school and 40,000 are working on university degrees. Women have entered the business and political arenas with women making up more than 25 percent of the Afghan parliament.
At the USIP event, Dr. Shah emphasized the importance of the Afghan government's role in improving the rights of women and girls by highlighting the U.S. government's incentive fund of up to $175 million in development assistance. The funds will be released as the Afghan government fulfills its commitment to reforms made in Tokyo in 2012, including protecting the rights of women.
The Promote request for proposal is now available at www.fbo.gov and is the first step in the process by which USAID intends to award multiple contracts for this program.
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With the recent heat waves it feels like summer has already come and gone! But Memorial Day weekend is here and that means awakening those grills from their long winter hibernation. And since you'll be doing some grilling and cooking up some BBQ this weekend, we've got our wine picks ready for you! Each of these is the perfect addition to a Memorial Day picnic or BBQ!
2013 Unti Vineyards Rosé – $24.99
Unti Vineyard's 2013 Rosé is made of mostly Grenache from their Benchland Vineyard, blended with about 20% Mourvedre. Located in Dry Creek Valley, Unti specializes in Rhone and Italian varietals, all farmed biodynamically. We love their rosé every year and the 2013 vintage is no exception! It's light in color with plenty of mouth-watering acidity. A floral and fruity nose leads to a lush, yet crisp and dry palate the remindes us of fresh Provencal-style roses. Pair this with anything from whole grilled fish with spring veggies to simply a park blanket and sunshine!
If you're looking for the perfect fish to pair with your Unti Rosé, look no further than our Memorial Day special on fresh-caught local wild King Salmon. We're offering fillets of this beautiful fish from Half Moon Bay for just $19.99/lb. Don't miss this incredible price, available through Tuesday, May 27 at both Bi-Rite Market locations!
2013 Matthiasson Tendu White – $19.99
Tendu is a joint project of Steve Matthiasson and his friend (and wine distributor) Matthew Plympton. In a fun-sized 1-liter bottle, it's a nod to the ubiquitous liter bottles of Grüner Veltliner you might find in Austria. The blend consists of Vermentino, Cortese, and Arneis – all native Italian varietals grown right here in Northern California! We can't get enough of this refreshing and approachable wine. Dry, crisp, and minerally, with flavors of tart green apple, flowers, fresh lemon, and just a hint of white pepper. What more could you want along side a BBQ or picnic? Be careful though, you just might drink the whole liter by yourself!
2011 Green and Red Vineyards Chiles Canyon Zinfandel – $21.99
Jay and Pam Heminway first planted their vineyards on the hills of the Chiles Valley District of Napa in the 1970s. Today, the iron-rich soil and varied vineyard terrain provide ideal growing conditions for unique Zinfandel. The Chiles Canyon Zinfandel is a blend of all three of their vineyard sites, with elevations ranging from 900 to 2000 feet above the valley floor. Aged in half American and half French oak; the resulting wine couldn't be more prefect for Memorial Day grilling! Black cherry and raspberry aromas, with plenty of spice and notes of espresso and clove make this great with most BBQ!
2010 Tellus Vinea Bordeaux Rouge – $19.99
Made by brothers and winemakers Jacques and Jean-Paul Pueyo, of famed Château Belregard Figeac, this Bordeaux blend is an incredible value. They harvest their grapes by hand from organic vineyards that border the Lalande de Pomerol appellation. The blend is mostly Merlot with a bit of Cabernet Franc, and Bi-Rite is the only retail shop in California to carry it! It's a stunning Bordeaux with a soft perfumed nose, great structure, and long finish. The perfect red to accompany all your summer BBQs!
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NEW YORK — Jewelry maker Tiffany & Co. is suing Costco Wholesale, alleging that the club retailer falsely marketed diamond engagement rings as coming from the New York-based jeweler, according to published reports.
News media reported that Tiffany filed suit against Issaquah, Wash.-based Costco in the Federal District Court in Manhattan.
Tiffany said in its lawsuit that it found Costco salespeople sold rings as Tiffany in the stores, but not online, but that the jeweler had never sold its jewelry through the retailer, though Costco does sell jewelry from other high-end suppliers such as Cartier.
According to reports, Costco had not commented on the matter at press time.
Costco does make a point on its website to emphasize the quality and integrity of its diamonds including the fact that they are nearly flawless and conflict free.


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This phone was in my family home when I was a child about 70 years ago in Southwest Missouri and I stood in a chair in order to use it. It was originally was in a business in Kansas. The wiring diagram label inside said it is for an 896 which is a 1918 model but the rest of the information is torn off. Can someone tell me the manufacturer? The magneto is a Stromberg-Carlson. The phone is now mounted on the wall in my home in Sonora, California.


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PRINCETON-BY-THE-SEA -- Local surfers dominated the early heats Friday morning at the Body Glove Mavericks Invitational with Santa Cruz surfers taking five of the six slots in the first semi-final round. The second semi-final set is still to be determined.
Making the first semis were Anthony Tashnick, Ryan Augenstein, Ken Collins, Tyler Fox and defending champion Peter Mel. Rounding out the field is Ryan Seelbach of San Francisco, who also is a UC Santa Cruz graduate.
Conditions appeared bumpy in the early morning with wave faces in the 25 foot range. Competitors and organziers said the wind appeared more favorable as heats 1 and 2 went on.
"Conditions are cleaning up, the tide is low and I think this is going to be an amazing day," said Grant "Twiggy" Baker, a South African competitor who spoke on the webcast Friday morning. Spectators also filed into the festival areas under partly coudy skies and comfortable temperatures in the high 60s.
Anthony Tashnick of Santa Cruz said after his first heat that he was happy to get a wave right off the bat. He described the conditions as "really windy" and said "I'm going to definitely to get my wave counts and see what happens."
The event pits 24 surfers -- nine from Santa Cruz -- against each other to ride some of the biggest waves in the world for $50,000 in prize money. Competitors have come from Hawaii, South Africa, Brazil and Northern California to challenge Maverick's, a reef break about a quarter mile off Pillar Point Harbor.
Swells generated by wind across large stretches of the Pacific Ocean focus on Maverick's, create towering right and left-breaking waves that few surfers dare to challenge.
Contest organizers have waited all winter for conditions to come together for the contest, but this west swell is even more special, said Maverick's pioneer and contest organizer Jeff Clark.
"Swells of this size don't come along every year. We haven't seen one for two years. So we're taking advantage of it," Clark said this week.
"We're lucky the weather has come together to a place where we can have the contest."
The contest is expected to start at 8 a.m. and run to about 2:30 p.m. There is a live webcast with commentary at www.mavericksinvitational.com and www.redbull.tv.
The contest format runs like a tennis tournament, with winners of the first four heats advancing to semifinals and a final.
There are six surfers in each heat, identified by colored jerseys. Surfers look for the biggest waves to paddle into and ride, and judges score each wave out of 10 points.
The surfer's top two waves count toward their heat score, and the three surfers with the highest scores advance to the next heat.
Judges look for surfers to ride the biggest waves without falling, but they also want to see "the most commitment on the largest waves in the most controlled manner," according to the Big Wave World Tour rule book. The Mavericks Invitational is part of a six-stop tour that also includes surf spots in Chile, Peru, Spain, Mexico and Oregon.
At Maverick's, spectators once packed the cliffs that surround break when the contest ran in the late 1990s and 2000s, but several spectators were injured when rogue waves washed on the beach in 2010.
In the 2012 contest and again Friday, organizers set up large screens with the live broadcast in the parking lot of Oceano Hotel near Pillar Point Harbor. Thousands of fans gather there for a festival, beer garden, exhibits and the awards ceremony.
Tickets are $15 at the door and optional parking passes are $20. Both can be purchased online at www.mavericksinvitational.com
A traffic snarl on Highway 1 is guaranteed, but the action in the water promises to be exciting.
Heat 1 features veteran Santa Cruz big-wave rider Ken "Skindog" Collins, who celebrated his 46th birthday on Thursday. He's joined by Anthony Tashnick of Santa Cruz, who won the Maverick's contest in 2005.
Ryan Augenstein of Santa Cruz, Jamie Sterling of Hawaii and Chris Bertish of South Africa round out the first heat.
Heats generally run for 45 minutes and roll directly in to the following heat -- with a short break between the semifinal and final.
Conditions can change, so heat durations may vary.
Friday, waves faces are predicted in 35- to 40-foot range with light wind in the morning with increasing wind in the afternoon.
Although the competitors are all seasoned athletes with years of big-wave experience, some surfers have been injured and two surfers died during "freesurf" sessions outside the contest. Several others have nearly drowned in the powerful waves, which funnel in to a boulder strewn lagoon.
Mark Foo, a veteran big-wave surfer from Hawaii, died while surfing a relatively small day at Maverick's in 1994.
In March 2011, Hawaiian surfer Sion Milosky also died at Maverick's after having one of the best sessions of his life in gigantic waves. Ken Collins, who surfed that day with Milosky, said the Hawaiian had been dominating the place.
"This swell was really huge. It was one of those swells that was really spread out. It was hard to see what was going on with everyone out there," Collins said at the time.
"(Milosky) had this huge smile on his face and just turned around and paddled into this 50- to 60-foot wave. That was the last time I saw him. The wave just sent him straight to heaven."
Shawn Dollar, another Maverick's competitor from Santa Cruz, has said the sport can be dangerous. In many situations, there is no backup.
"I fully accept that we're taking huge risks and sometimes you don't come up. At the end of the day you're going out there by yourself and you're responsible for yourself," Dollar said.
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Removing Red Tape: New Strategies for Strengthening the Safety Net
Nov 02, 2012
By Helly Lee
This week, the Coalition for Access and Opportunity, of which CLASP is a co-convener, and the New America Foundation hosted an event on Removing Red Tape: New Strategies for Strengthening the Safety Net. In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, it's been a particularly poignant week to discuss supports for struggling families – supports that help with nutrition and other basic needs during challenging financial times, and can also be especially important in helping families after a disaster. This event focused on the critical role safety net programs play in supporting families and individuals facing difficult financial situations and ways that these programs could be improved.
CLASP's own Elizabeth Lower-Basch, who moderated the event reiterated, "We know that these programs have made a huge difference in the recession, as well as in better times. Particularly in recent years, people would have been in much worse situations if these programs had not been in place." The panelists offered perspectives and strategies highlighting federal and local efforts, and the event also launched New America Foundation's new report on State Asset Limit Reforms and Implications for Federal Policy.
Watch the full discussion online >>
We invite you to view additional resources on strategies to strengthen the safety net:
- Final Report on the No Wrong Door Project – Maryland Department of Human Resources
- How Human Services Programs and Their Clients Can Benefit from National Health Reform Legislation – Coalition for Access and Opportunity
- Moving to 21st Century Public Benefits – Coalition for Access and Opportunity
- Improving the Delivery of Key Work Supports – Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
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Staples Promotional Products Achieves Platinum LEED Certification for Environmentally Preferable Office Design and Operations
Staples Promotional Products, a business-to-business division of Staples, Inc., and the largest promotional products distributor in North America, announced the achievement of important environmental milestones at its St. Louis, Mo., office. In recognition of its commitment to sustainability, the office has attained Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification – the highest level available in the LEED ranking system.
What: LEED is a certification system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and is the internationally accepted benchmark for evaluating "green" design, construction and operations across different types of buildings.
Staples Promotional Products' St. Louis office was certified under the LEED for Commercial Interiors program, which recognizes "high-performance green interiors that are healthy, productive places to work; are less costly to operate and maintain; and have a reduced environmental footprint." More than 100 Staples Promotional Products employees work out of the 25,000 square foot office.
Where: Staples Promotional Products
8610 Page Ave. St. Louis, MO 63114
Why: Unique and environmentally preferable building characteristics include:
· Exterior: The building is a converted gear manufacturing factory, originally built in 1957 and restored over an 18-month period. More than 90 percent of the building's original shell was used.
· Roof: Two 3,000-gallon tanks capture all rainwater from the roof and reuse it for irrigation. Ninety-seven percent of the roof is white to reduce heat absorption and save on cooling costs.
· Office furniture: More than 75 percent of furniture was reused from previous building projects, and 20 percent of construction and furniture materials contain recycled content. All installed wood products are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified.
· Natural lighting: Natural light touches more than 75 percent of the interior work stations, and more than 90 percent of regularly occupied spaces have direct views to the outdoors. The 24-foot high ceilings feature 12 skylights.
· Office lighting: All public area and office lighting is motion sensor-activated to reduce energy usage. Work area lighting is also adjustable for occupants.
· Office décor: All paints and carpets are environmentally preferable. The office features 75 living plants.
· Water efficiency: Restrooms use low-flush urinals and dual-flush toilets to conserve water. Faucet sensors are in the restrooms, kitchen and breakroom.
· Energy: Half of the building's electricity comes from renewable sources. Ninety percent of ENERGY STAR-eligible equipment is ENERGY STAR rated.
· Indoor air quality: The building is non-smoking. High-efficiency filters are provided on mechanical systems to ensure high indoor air quality for occupants.
· Transportation features: Bicycle storage and changing rooms, along with designated parking for carpools, are available. The office is less than 1/4 mile from two public bus routes.
Quote: "We're excited to have attained this certification and proud to have our associates working from a location that prioritizes health and environmental sustainability," said Rich Witaszak, vice president and general manager, Staples Promotional Products. "Our LEED Platinum rating underscores Staples Promotional Products' – and Staples' overall – commitment to environmentally preferable practices in all aspects of our operations."
In addition to its own LEED-certified offices, Staples Promotional Products also works with its customers to support their branding and sustainability goals. Customers can opt for environmentally preferable practices across all stages of their promotional campaigns: from product selection – spanning corn-based mugs, reusable shopping bags, organic apparel and more – to printing, packaging and delivery.


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Having a forklift around your business establishment can make your operations easier. If transporting stuff within the vicinity is crucial in the industry of your business, a forklift can be very valuable. You may choose to buy your own forklift but upfront costs can take a lot out of your savings. Besides, new forklift models come up every now and then. A forklift can become outdated after a few months.
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How to Best Utilize Push Notifications for Mobile CRM Programs
September 27, 2012
Location-triggered push notifications are three times more effective than typical push notifications. Josh Rochlin, chief executive officer, Xtify, discussed how brands can effectively utilize this mobile channel to drive loyalty and purchase.
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ATLANTA, GA--(Marketwire - January 15, 2013) - Robert T. McNally, Ph.D., President & CEO of GeoVax Labs (OTCQB: GOVX), along with David A. Dodd, Chairman of the Board, today issued the following update letter to shareholders:
Dear Fellow Shareholders,
Since our last shareholder update letter in May 2012, we have continued the steady progress of the clinical development of HIV/AIDS vaccines for both therapeutic and preventive applications. As we begin a new year, we are pleased to provide you this brief update on recent developments at GeoVax and our plans for 2013 and beyond.
Therapeutic HIV/AIDS Vaccine
As we have noted before, of the 1.2 million Americans infected with HIV, only 30 percent have successfully suppressed their infection using drugs. Thus, there is a need for simpler therapies to control HIV infections.
Preventive HIV/AIDS Vaccine
Although success with a therapeutic program would contribute to improved patient care, prevention still remains the number one objective of national vaccine programs. It is worth repeating that, for the last two decades in this country, the incidence of new HIV infections has remained virtually unchanged at 55,000 new infections annually. The press has heralded stories about the use of oral medication taken on a daily basis as the new means for prevention. What they fail to disclose is the cost and, in some cases, medical side effects associated with this therapy. Human nature, being what it is, tends to be inconsistent in adhering to such a regimen. Throughout recent history, eradication of viral infections has been accomplished through vaccination.
Financing and Corporate Development
We wish to once again thank our shareholders for their long-term and continued support.
Robert T. McNally
President & CEO
David A. Dodd
Chairman of the Board
About GeoVax
GeoVax is a biotechnology company developing human vaccines for diseases caused by HIV. GeoVax's vaccines are unique in expressing virus like particles that display the trimeric membrane bound form of the HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein. All preventative Phase 1 human clinical trials conducted to date tested various combinations and doses of our DNA and MVA vaccines, their ability to raise anti-HIV humoral (antibody) and cellular (cytotoxic T cell) immune responses, as well as, the vaccines' safety. Successful results from a Phase 1 study supported a Phase 2a trial that was completed in the 3rd quarter of 2012.
GeoVax's 2nd generation preventive vaccine is currently in phase 1 testing and is planned to progress to phase 2 efficacy testing, given safety and immunogenicity are as expected. Overall, the GeoVax vaccine, in various doses and combinations, has been tested in close to 500 humans. GeoVax is also enrolling patients in a Phase 1 therapeutic trial for individuals already infected with HIV. For more information, please visit www.geovax.com.
About HIV/AIDS
HIV infection, which can lead to AIDS, is a pandemic that can affect anyone, regardless of race, gender, age, or sexual orientation. 33 million people are currently infected globally; it is estimated that there will be 2.5 million new infections this year. Since the beginning of the epidemic, more than a million people in the U.S. have contracted the virus. Every 9 1/2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is infected with HIV. Globally, HIV is the top killer among women of reproductive age. HIV is a worldwide disease with different subtypes (or clades) of the virus predominating in different regions of the world. Clade B is the predominant subtype in North America. Globally, most infections involve subtypes AG, B and C. GeoVax vaccines are currently designed to function against clade B.
For more Information, please visit www.geovax.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this document are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from those included in these statements due to a variety of factors, including whether: GeoVax can develop and manufacture its vaccines with the desired characteristics in a timely manner, GeoVax's vaccines will be safe for human use, GeoVax's vaccines will effectively prevent AIDS in humans, vaccines will receive regulatory approvals necessary to be licensed and marketed, GeoVax raises required capital to complete vaccine development, there is development of competitive products that may be more effective or easier to use than GeoVax's products, GeoVax will be able to enter into favorable manufacturing and distribution agreements, and other factors, over which GeoVax has no control. GeoVax assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, and does not intend to do so. More information about these factors is contained in GeoVax's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including those set forth at "Risk Factors" in GeoVax's Form 10-K.


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India followed up their maiden one-day series triumph on New Zealand soil by crushing their hosts by 10 wickets in the first test at Seddon Park today to erase a 33-year blight on their cricketing record.
A week after completing a 3-1 one-day series win India ended a 13-test winless streak in New Zealand by securing their first test success since the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's side won by eight wickets in Auckland in 1976.
Thoroughly dominant after the BLACKCAPS plunged to 61 for six on the opening morning, India loped to victory with more than a day to spare.
Set an academic 39 for victory, Gautam Gambhir hit 30 not out and Rahul Dravid eight not out in just 5.2 overs to achieve their goal.
Offspinner Harbhajan Singh earlier claimed career-best figures against New Zealand of six for 63 as any hope of a lopsided contest surviving into tomorrow's final day diminished.
Harbhajan took five of the seven wickets to fall as New Zealand steadily deteriorated from 75 for three overnight to 279 all out midway through the final session.
He improved his previous best against New Zealand -- three for 34 at Kanpur a decade ago -- with 28 overs of toil.
Daniel Flynn provided the only tangible resistance among New Zealand's top order.
The gritty left-hander had the satisfaction of recording his third test half-century from 118 balls before he was caught in close off Harbhajan for 62, grafted over for nearly five hours.
Flynn alone among the New Zealanders showed the temperament and gumption necessary to occupy the crease for long periods when it was needed most.
McCullum eventually topscored with 84 although his runs were accumulated when India lapsed into defence mode despite taking the new ball when it was due.
New Zealand's vice-captain added 76 for the ninth wicket with Iain O'Brien, who made 14 from 45 balls in 100 minutes, as India appeared to be going through the motions.
Defeat by an innings was a real prospect when Daniel Vettori was eighth out when the score was 199 but McCullum and O'Brien ensured New Zealand avoided that indignity.
He struck 85 including 11 boundaries from 135 balls before holing out to Yuvraj Singh.
Condemned to survival mode since India's amassed 520 in the first innings, New Zealand had also pinned their hopes on Ross Taylor and Jesse Ryder supplying substantial contributions.
But Taylor's usual fluency was absent as he laboured for almost an hour to make four off 30 balls while Ryder was leg before wicket for 21.
James Franklin also fell tamely to Harbhajan's armoury for 14 and when Flynn's stout, 183-ball resistance ended as Gambhir took a bat pad ricochet at short leg, New Zealand were never likely to muster a challenging runchase.
The series now moves to Napier where the second test is held at McLean Park starting on Thursday.
Day three: BLACKCAPS 75 for three, trail India by 166
The BLACKCAPS were 75 for three in their second innings at stumps on the third day of the first cricket test against India at Seddon Park here today.
New Zealand still require 166 to make India bat again after the tourists replied to the hosts' first innings of 279 on Wednesday by posting 520.
Daniel Flynn is unbeaten on 24 while Ross Taylor will join him tomorrow after nightwatchman Kyle Mills was dismissed leg before wicket for two by Munaf Patel on the last ball off the day.
Sachin Tendulkar top scored for India with 160, his 42nd test century.
Day two: India 278 for four at stumps, trail BLACKCAPS by one run
India trailed the BLACKCAPS first innings of 279 by one run when bad light stopped play 6.1 overs before the scheduled close of the second day of the first cricket test at Seddon Park.
India were 278 for four after resuming at the start of the day on 29 without loss.
Sachin Tendulkar was unbeaten on 70 and Yuvraj Singh was not out on eight when India's batsmen were offered the light.
Chris Martin took two for 53 to be New Zealand's most successful bowler.
Day one: India 29-0 in reply to BLACKCAPS 279 at stumps day one
India were 29 without loss in reply to the BLACKCAPS 279 at stumps on day one of the first cricket test at Seddon Park.
Virender Sehwag (22) and Gautam Gambhir (6) safely negotiated the seven overs available before stumps.
Captain Daniel Vettori top scored with 118 -- his third test century -- while Jesse Ryder brought up his maiden test ton the ball before his dismissal for 102 ended the innings.
Ishant Sharma was the leading Indian bowler with four for 73 from 19.2 overs.


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I am a purely inspiration driven kinda lady. My sketchbook is my most prized possession… it is me, in book form.
So here is a little look inside of my head! The two first images show where my collection inspiration is rooted from. A dark twisty forest, some Bosh lovin', old pages from my favorite 1950s folklore book, and a sort of magical essence. Then I took a turn with it… that lead me to an underwater, grim yet beautiful scene that still really encapsulates the surrealism that I started with. The colors of my collection are mainly purple, gray, and charcoal… this was a new thing for me, super out of my element. I had tendency in the past to stick to neutrals- safe and classic… but I felt as if for collection I should stay true to what my brain was doing, be true to myself as a designer, and roll with it.
All and all I'm glad I did. It's safe to say I do not want to knit another purple garment for… a very long time (100% because I've been looking at it for so long)… but I'm so far beyond happy with the way it all turned out. Knitting love.


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Lady Gaga V Magazine Covers Fall 2013 | Pictures
Lady Gaga Explains the Multiple Personalities Behind Her V Magazine Covers
Lady Gaga is the star of V Magazine's September issue — but with this issue, there isn't just one cover; there are four. On each of the covers, which were photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, the performer wears a custom outfit created by one of four designers, with wildly different styling. In the magazine, Gaga tells artist Marina Abramovic that each one represents a different stage of her life and career.
"That was the time in my life when I was the new artist," she said of a cover featuring a sequined jacket by Saint Laurent's Hedi Slimane, for which she sports dark, wet hair. "I wasn't a fully formed artist; I was 19, I was young. . . . And that's really what these covers are about. It's not just the hair; it's the whole life."
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It's official: the sweetest, sunniest time of year is here! While a little bit of summer sunshine delivers a healthy boost to your mood and vitamin D levels, it's important to stay protected from harmful UV rays for the most part.
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cimetidine (generic name)
Tagamet (brand name)
It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers
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What is this medicine?CIMETIDINE (sye MET i deen) is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and discomfort, and the heartburn from acid reflux.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. If you only take this medicine once a day take it at bedtime. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?Do not take cimetidine if you take the following drugs:
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
What should I watch for while using this medicine?Tell your doctor or health care professional if your pain does not start to get better or gets worse. You may need to take this medicine for several days before your symptoms get better. Finish the full course of medicine prescribed by your doctor or health care professional even if you feel better.
Do not take with aspirin, ibuprofen, or other antiinflammatory medicines unless directed to do so by your health care professional. These can make your condition worse.
Do not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol. These increase irritation in your stomach and can increase the time it will take for your ulcer to heal.
If you get black, tarry stools or vomit up what looks like coffee grounds, call your doctor or health care professional right away. You may have a bleeding ulcer.
If you need to take an antacid you should take it at least 1 hour before or 1 hour after cimetidine. This medicine will not work as well if taken at the same time as an antacid.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):


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Matt Damon Takes Over 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
A joke ten years in the making, last night Jimmy Kimmel fans were in for a treat as the oft-put upon Matt Damon finally got his revenge on the late-night host. No longer would Kimmel close his every 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' broadcast with "apologies to Matt Damon," but rather the prolific movie star duct-taped Kimmel to a chair and took over the program from the beginning. Along with a host of guest stars including Robin Williams and Ben Affleck, check out Damon's take-over of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' inside!
Following his move to 11:35 P.M., Jimmy Kimmel has come out of the gate strong in his bid to prove himself the next greatest late-night host. Last night's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' staged a unique format in which Kimmel's long-time friend and put-down rival Matt Damon took over the show, duct-taping Kimmel to a chair.
Damon went the whole night with Kimmel in the chair, interviewing Kimmel's ex Sarah Silverman, and hobnobbing with celebrity guest stars Robin Williams and Andy Garcia, even fending off the likes of one-time creative partner Ben Affleck, still loyal to Kimmel. ABC assembled various clips from the outing, which despite Kimmel's handicap proved one of the better shows of the comedian's career.
Watch Matt Damon take over 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' below, and tell us who you think makes the best late-night host in the comments!


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Skeptic does not mean him who doubts, but him who investigates or researches as opposed to him who asserts and thinks that he has found. [Miguel de Unamuno, "Essays and Soliloquies," 1924]
The extended sense of "one with a doubting attitude" first recorded 1610s. The sk- spelling is an early 17c. Greek revival and is preferred in U.S. As a verb, scepticize (1690s) failed to catch on.