text:
G-Tablet Install TNT Lite 3.1 & 3.14 update on Rooted gtablet using Clockwork Recovery
Pensacola Computers Presents: Installing TNT Lite 3.1 & 3.14 update on a rooted Viewsonic G-Tablet using Clockwork Recovery. Also show how to fix some startup errors using ROM manager to fix file permissions. Flash update.zip to your gtab by booting into Clockwork recovery.


text:
San Rafael, CA – Located nationwide, US Sports Camps, Inc. is pleased to now offer ultimate frisbee camps beginning in summer 2013. Sponsored by Nike, these top-rated resident and day camps are open to boys and girls ages 9-18 (varies by location).
Nike Ultimate Camps offer summer camp opportunities coast to coast for junior and high school players looking to the opportunity to partake in a summer camp focused on improving their ultimate frisbee skills. Campers will elevate their game, work hard, make new friends and be challenged by some of the best players in their peer group.
"We are thrilled to be expanding our network into the sport of ultimate frisbee," says Charlie Hoeveler, Founder and CEO of US Sports Camps. "There are over 5 million ultimate players in the U.S. alone and the sport is still growing rapidly." Hoeveler adds, "We look forward to providing a fun and safe camp environment for young athletes to come learn and enjoy this exciting sport."
Becoming a complete ultimate player means developing athletic ability, knowledge of the game, self-esteem, confidence, sportsmanship, team concept and a positive attitude on and off the field. Nike Ultimate Camps help athletes develop these skills by coaching them through the same drills and focused scrimmages used by top university and club level players. By instilling a balance of team work with self-reliance, competition, and fun, our programs prepare Nike Ultimate campers for success in both ultimate frisbee and life.
This summer we will be offering Nike Ultimate Camps in New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Minnesota, Georgia, Kentucky, Oregon, and more.
Campers, parents, and coaches interested in the 2013 Nike Ultimate Camps can visit www.USSportsCamps.com/Ultimate or call 1-800-NIKE-CAMP (645-3226).
About US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Rebecca Karcher, director of Community Engagement, Community Development, for the city of Fort Wayne, and Tiffany Bailey, director of 2-1-1 Call Services, Income and Basic Needs, with the United Way of Allen County both serve on the homelessness council and recently talked about why the count is so important for the area.
Housing and Urban Development requires every community to do the count on the same day of the year, every year. HUD has a very strict set of criteria that defines who is homeless.
"You either slept in a shelter last night or you slept outside or in another area unfit for human habitation," Karcher said.
Karcher said someone could have slept in a car or in a garage. People who drift from friend to friend or family members, "couch surfing" with no real address of their own, don't count as homeless.
"The count gives us a good idea on that one day of how many homeless are out there. As we work as a council, in the region, it helps us to see what the need is, what we have, where the gaps are and what additional services we need," Bailey said.
Certain groups in the community fall through the cracks, Karcher said, like single women who don't have an addiction problem. The city has no shelter for them. Men can go to the Rescue Mission.
Inner Faith Hospitality recently had to turn away 72 families because of a lack of room. They are families stuck in the transitional shelters because they cannot find adequate long-term housing. This keeps people who are in need of transitional housing out in the cold, Bailey said.
"When the shelters are full, where do they go?" Karcher said.
In 2011, 468 people were counted; in 2012 there were 558. Those numbers include men, women and children, both the unsheltered and those in transitional and emergency shelters.
People involved with the count try to make contact with those living outside of the shelters by having people who offer them aid on a daily basis tell them the count is happening and encourage them to come out for it. Posters have been placed in a number of places including area shelters, the public library branches, and Wayne Township to encourage people to come out and be counted.
Volunteers on the count day ask participants a variety of questions including their name, age, how long they have been homeless, how many times in the last year they have been homeless, and have they ever been told they have a mental illness, addiction, or alcoholism?
Karcher said people she surveyed were free with their information. They are there because they want to be helped.
"The stories are just heart wrenching," Karcher said.
Nearly all the people have some big event in their lives that they couldn't recover from, and it is humbling to see how fast it can happen, Karcher explained.
"That could be me," she said.
These stories and numbers, Bailey explained, helps the group determine what barriers these people face to get off the street. It lets them know if there are community services that are being overlooked or not being provided for these people.
Bailey said the Rescue Mission on West Superior Street has seen a 16 percent increase in free public meals that it has served in the past few months and Wellspring Interfaith Social Services on Broadway has been tapping into its emergency food bank to meet needs in November and December.
Karcher said the overall feeling is there is a rising number of people who are homeless and looking for help.
More Information
Items needed for homelessDuring the count Jan.30 supplies will be handed out to the homeless. Anyone who would like to can donate some of the following items:
•Warm, twin-size blankets (military-style wool)
•Deodorant (especially for men)
•Wool socks
•Hand warmers
•Heavy-duty trash bags
•Disposable shaving razors (especially for men)
Where to donate:
•Central Branch YMCA, 1020 Barr St.
•Jorgensen Family YMCA, 10310 Aboite Center Road.
•Renaissance Pointe YMCA, 2323 Bowser Ave.
•Parkview Family YMCA, 10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd.
•YWCA of NE IN, 1610 Spy Run Ave.


text:
Address 11145 Brandywine Lake Way
Boynton Beach, Florida 33437
United States
Boynton Beach, Florida 33437
United States
|Law School
|Washburn University School of Law
|Most recent firm
|Parkson Corporation, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
|Relevant Jobs
Associate General Counsel - Tax
Associate General Counsel - Tax The candidate acts as organization's representation in dealing with local, state, and federal taxing agencies. Responsible for developing tax saving plans and preparin...
Apply now
Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Litigation And Claims
Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Litigation and Claims The candidate for Claims and Litigation, serves in the capacity of legal expert for matters pertaining to contractual disputes, and fo...
Apply now
|+ View more jobs
A. Harrison Barnes is a well-known attorney throughout the United States. As a member of the Malibu community, Harrison is committed to serving the needs of Malibu residents and businesses in legal matters.


text:
The 'Canes Calendar is the University's central events calendar. Only individuals who are part of the UM community and have a 'Cane ID may submit items for consideration.
Click here to login and submit or edit a calendar event listing (you must have a valid 'Cane ID to proceed).
If you need help or would like a demonstration for how to submit an item to the calendar, click here.
This is our beta version of the calendar website. Please provide feedback by e-mailing firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Santa suit-clad warriors who've stormed the Hill protesting for a Christmas free of concern that their tax rates will soar Jan. 1 may have more at stake than they realize: Even if lawmakers manage to patch together a makeshift bridge across the so-called "fiscal cliff" by year's end, it's looking increasingly doubtful that a farm bill will be included as one of its planks. And with milk prices set to spike to $6 to $8 a gallon come January, Saint Nick may see the average family's budget cuts affecting his favorite milk-and-cookie spread.
The "dairy cliff" is just the most immediate of what would be gradual price increases on foods across grocery stores if Congress doesn't pass a farm bill to replace the one that expired nearly three months ago. Technically, farm regulations since the end of September have been operating under a 1949 "permanent" law. Because the 2008 law covered all crops planted in 2012, though, and federal funding for many agricultural programs is assured through March 2013, lawmakers have enjoyed a bit of a grace period until Jan. 1, when products like milk could skyrocket to prices based on dairy farm production costs 64 years ago.
But just days before the end of the year, farmers and their bankers - left in the lurch with decisions about next year's crops - are still waiting and hoping for a holiday miracle in Washington. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack might advise they don't hold their breath: After weeks of aggressively campaigning to get the House and Senate Agriculture Committees in a room to hash out the makings of a new five-year plan, Vilsack this week conceded that the passage of a bill by Jan. 1 was unlikely.
- As farm law expires, its future uncertain
- One way to pass farm bill: Attach it to fiscal cliff
- Lawmakers still see path to avert "fiscal cliff"
"The reality is that there is a very serious risk that we might not get a farm bill done this year," he said Wednesday at a U.S. Chamber of Commerce event, according to USA Today. "The uncertainty of not knowing what the policies are going to be will create difficulties. We need a farm bill and we need it now."
Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., and her House counterpart, Rep. Frank Lucas, R-Okla., have both blamed their parties' leadership for keeping them out of the loop on the best- and worst-case scenarios for a farm bill. Lucas told Politico last month that House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, had indicated to him, however vaguely, that farm legislation -- the urgency for which has largely been ignored by Congress, and the media -- was being strongly considered as part of the deficit reductions necessary to avert the far more publicized "fiscal cliff."
In a statement to CBSNews.com, Stabenow said she's holding out hope that the spending cuts offered in potential farm legislation are appealing to leaders trying to negotiate past the "fiscal cliff." "The farm bill is the only bipartisan deficit reduction bill that passed the Senate this year, and including it in a larger deficit reduction agreement would help the country avoid the fiscal cliff," she said. "Without a 5-year farm bill by the end of the year, milk prices could begin to rise sharply and America's agriculture economy will continue to be significantly impacted."


text:
Caution Level Rising Fast
It's a good start to the week but it feels like folks stayed up too late last night watching the Academy Awards. It is slow going and small-caps are lagging badly. Breadth is still solid at about 3000 gainers to 2200 decliners but its slipping as the S&P 500 takes out the opening lows.
Overall, it feels like the buyers are afraid of missing out but don't have a high level of conviction. Many folks had a hard time keeping up with the market when it ran up to start the year so there is performance anxiety, which causes chases on a strong open. It's when the bulls are caught in a quick reverse, however, that we start seeing more selling pressure....80 more words left in this article. To read them, just click below and try Real Money FREE for 14 days.
There's no substitute for a trading floor to get great ideas, so Jim Cramer created a better one at Real Money and blogs there exclusively. We then added legendary hedge fund manager, Doug Kass, with his exclusive Daily Diary and best investing ideas. Staffed with more than 4 dozen investing pros, money managers, journalists and analysts, Real Money Pro gives you a flood of opinions, analysis and actionable trading advice found nowhere else, and allows you to interact directly with each expert.
Already a Subscriber? Please login.


text:
16 comments:
I agree these are cute kids. Congratulations to the newly weds.ReplyDelete
What a gorgeous family--every one of them could be a model, seriously!! (And that Jaxon--could there BE a more impish face??) :)ReplyDelete
I couldn't not comment on these kids. Adorable, all of them. And that picture of Bridger with his serious expresion is priceless. Obviously he has an old soul.ReplyDelete
beautiful little girls ,great photo.camera is the best invention of all times !ReplyDelete
The children are lovely, so's your niece!ReplyDelete
Wedding rings= $2,000ReplyDelete
Wedding Gown=$1,000
Wedding Hall and Reception=$10,000
Wedding Cake=$500
Wedding Photos=PRICELESS
You really do a good job on photographing children! I look forward to seeing more photos on Fridays!ReplyDelete
Thanks for the nice comments everyone. Yes, I do love to take photos of the kids. Must be all that school teacher training that helps me get them to pose the way I want them to!ReplyDelete
OMG, the kids are GREAT! Their personalities all show through. Love MR. Bored.ReplyDelete
The couple is beautiful and hope their having a fantastic honeymoon.
Great photos! You can be my family's photographer anytime!ReplyDelete
Love the photos! Lovely family! Congrats to the newlyweds.ReplyDelete
Kalyn, the children's pictures are fabulous. I love the bored looking young boy.; o ) You seem to have a knack for photographing kids.ReplyDelete
Those are definitely some cute kids! Kid and pet photos are almost as much fun as recipes. I did copy your falafel recipe though, as it will be very easy to make gluten-free. Thanks for a smile and a good idea for dinner! :-)ReplyDelete
they are gorgeous little ones Kalyn. We don't have any little ones in our family at the moment so I make do with friends children/grandchildren when they are around.ReplyDelete
Love that flower girls pic - too cute!ReplyDelete
And I forgot to add - after doing some portraiture, don't you long to photograph a plate of food that has no mind of its own?! ;-)ReplyDelete
I'm so happy you're taking the time to comment on Kalyn's Kitchen! I love hearing from people who stop by, especially if you're sharing feedback or asking questions about a recipe I've posted here.
I've recently changed my comment settings so people can comment without signing in, but you will need to check the box to show you're a live person, and comments on older posts won't show up until I publish them. Thanks for understanding!
And if you really like the recipe, Pins, Shares, Tweets, and Yums are always appreciated!


text:
Toggle: English / Spanish
Neonatal sepsis is a blood infection that occurs in an infant younger than 90 days old. Early-onset sepsis is seen in the first week of life. Late-onset sepsis occurs between days 8 and 89.
Sepsis neonatorum; Neonatal septicemia; Sepsis - infant
A number of different bacteria, including Escherichia coli (E.coli), Listeria, and certain strains of streptococcus, may cause neonatal sepsis.
Early-onset neonatal sepsis most often appears within 24 hours of birth. The baby gets the infection from the mother before or during delivery. The following increases an infant's risk of early-onset sepsis:
Babies with late-onset neonatal sepsis get infected after delivery. The following increase an infant's risk of sepsis after delivery:
Infants with neonatal sepsis may have the following symptoms:
Laboratory tests can help diagnose neonatal sepsis and identify the bacteria that is causing the infection. Blood tests may include:
A lumbar puncture (spinal tap) will be done to examine the cerebrospinal fluid for bacteria.
If the baby has a cough or problems breathing, a chest x-ray will be taken.
Urine culture tests are done in babies older than several days.
Babies in the hospital and those younger than 4 weeks old are started on antibiotics before lab results are back. (Lab results may take 24-72 hours.) This practice has saved many lives.
Older babies may not be given antibiotics if all lab results are within normal limits. Instead, the child may be followed closely on an outpatient basis.
Babies who do require treatment will be admitted to the hospital for monitoring.
With prompt treatment, many babies with these bacterial infections will recover completely with no remaining problems. Nevertheless, neonatal sepsis is a leading cause of infant death. The more quickly an infant receives treatment, the better the outcome.
Seek immediate medical help if your infant shows symptoms of neonatal sepsis.
Preventative antibiotics may be given to pregnant women who have chorioamnionitis, Group B strep, or who have previously given birth to an infant with sepsis due to the bacteria.
Preventing and treating infections in mothers, providing a clean birth environment, and delivering the baby within 24 hours of rupture of membranes, where possible, can all help lower the chance of neonatal sepsis.
Verani JR, McGee L, Schrag S. Prevention of Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease, Revised Guidelines from CDC, 2010. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. 59(RR-10): 1-36, 2010.
Stoll et al . Early onset neonatal sepsis: the burden of group B streptococcal and E. coli disease continues. Pediatrics 2011: 127:817-826.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org). URAC's accreditation program is an independent audit to verify that A.D.A.M. follows rigorous standards of quality and accountability. A.D.A.M. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial policy, editorial process and privacy policy. A.D.A.M. is also a founding member of Hi-Ethics and subscribes to the principles of the Health on the Net Foundation (www.hon.ch)
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- 2013 A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.


text:
Influenza, or "flu," is a caused by a virus infecting the respiratory system, meaning your nose, throat, bronchial tubes, and lungs. Flu symptoms are usually more severe than those of the common cold and are more likely to affect other parts of your body. Flu also tends to come on suddenly, while colds can take a while to develop.
Flu is very contagious, spreading easily from one person to the next. Most people with healthy immune systems will get over the flu within 2 weeks, but young children, older adults, and people with chronic illnesses are more likely to develop complications such as pneumonia. About 35,000 people die of flu each year in the United States.
There are three types of flu viruses: A, B, and C. Type A viruses are the ones responsible for worldwide epidemics, such as the one in 1918 that killed as many as 50 million people worldwide. The avian or bird flu is a type A flu virus.
The best way to protect yourself from the flu is to get an annual vaccine (flu shot).
Influenza is caused by viruses that are spread through the air by sneezes and coughs, or by touching a surface a person with the flu has touched and transmitting the virus to your mouth or nose. Some flu viruses cause a very mild illness, or none at all. Others cause serious, widespread illness.
Since there are many types of influenza virus, and because they change over time, a new flu vaccine is offered every fall. Getting vaccinated before the flu season starts reduces your chances of getting the flu and helps you recover faster if you do get it. You should not take the vaccine if you have a severe allergy to eggs, because the viruses for the vaccines are grown in chick embryos. See Risk Factors for list of people who should get the vaccine every year.
Infants and young children, as well as senior adults, are considered at highest risk of complications from flu. Other risks include:
If you are at risk for complications, you should get an annual flu shot (see Prevention).
Your doctor will probably be able to diagnose flu from a physical exam and a description of your symptoms. Your doctor may take a chest x-ray if there is concern about complications such as pneumonia.
The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu shot. Annual flu shots are recommended if you:
You should not receive the vaccine if you are severely allergic to eggs.
You can also cut your risk of flu by washing your hands frequently during flu season.
Bed rest and drinking plenty of fluids are usually enough to treat flu. Mild over-the-counter pain relievers and fever reducers (such as acetaminophen or Tylenol, and ibuprofen or Advil), can help relieve fever and muscle aches. If you are at high risk for complications (see Risk Factors), then your doctor may prescribe antiviral medications, drugs that fight the virus. They must be started within 2 days to be effective. Certain herbs, supplements, and homeopathic remedies may help some of your symptoms.
Because supplements may have side effects or interact with medications, you should take them only under the supervision of a knowledgeable health care provider. Be sure to talk to your doctor about any supplements you are taking or considering taking.
The use of herbs is a time honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. Herbs, however, can trigger side effects and can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For these reasons, you should take herbs care, under the supervision of a health care practitioner. Before giving any herbs to a child to treat the flu, talk to your pediatrician.
Although very few studies have examined the effectiveness of specific homeopathic therapies, professional homeopaths may consider the following remedies for the treatment of the flu based on their knowledge and experience. Before prescribing a remedy, homeopaths take into account a person's constitutional type. A constitutional type is defined as a person's physical, emotional, and psychological makeup. An experienced homeopath assesses all of these factors when determining the most appropriate treatment for each individual.
If you are in any of the high risk groups described in the Risk Factors section, be sure to call your doctor at the earliest signs of flu symptoms. The sooner you are treated, the less likely you are to develop complications.
Most healthy people get over the flu in within 2 weeks. For those at high risk, certain serious, even life threatening, complications can occur, including:
Alvarez-Olmos MI. Probiotic agents and infectious diseases: a modern perspective on a traditional therapy. Clin Infect Dis. 2001;32(11):1567-1576.
Barak V, Birkenfeld S, Halperin T, Kalickman I. The effect of herbal remedies on the production of human inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines. Isr Med Assoc J. 2002;4(11 Suppl):919-922.
Barak V, Halperin T, Kalickman I. The effect of Sambucol, a black elderberry-based, natural product, on the production of human cytokines: I. Inflammatory cytokines. Eur Cytokine Netw. 2001;12(2):290-296.
Barrett BP, Brown RL, Locken K, Maberry R, Bobula JA, D'Alessio D. Treatment of the common cold with unrefined Echinacea: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Ann Intern Med. 2002;137:936-946.
Belongia EA, Berg R, Liu K. A randomized trial of zinc nasal spray for the treatment of upper respiratory illness in adults. Am J Med. 2001;111(2):103-108.
Brankston G, Gitterman L, Zahir H, Lemieux C, Gardam M. Transmission of influenza A in human beings. The Lancet Infectious Diseases. 2007; 7(4):
Cohen S, Hamrick N, Rodriquez MS, Feldman PJ, Rabin BS, Manuck SB. Reactivity and vulnerability to stress-associated risk for upper respiratory illness. Psychosom Med. 2002;64(2):302-310.
de Vrese M, Winkler P, Rautenberg P, Harder T, Noah C, Laue C, et al. Probiotic bacteria reduced duration and severity but not the incidence of common cold episodes in a double blind, randomized, controlled trial. Vaccine. 2006 Nov 10;24(44-46):6670-4.
Douglas RM, Chalker EB, Treacy B. Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2000;(2):CD000980.
Ferri: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2009, 1st ed. Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier. 2009.
Fiore C, Eisenhut M, Krausse R, Ragazzi E, Pellati D, Armanini D, Bielenberg J. Antiviral effects of Glycyrrhiza species. Phytother Res. 2007 Sep 20; [Epub ahead of print]
Glatthaar-Saalmuller B, Sacher F, Esperester A. Antiviral activity of an extract derived from roots of Eleutherococcus senticosus. Antiviral Res. 2001;50(3):223-8.
Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C, et al, eds. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 2nd ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company Inc; 2000:283-287, 477-479.
Guo R, Pittler MH, Ernst E. Complementary medicine for treating or preventing influenza or influenza-like illness. Am J Med. 2007 Nov;120(11):923-929.e3. Review.
Guralnik M, Rosenbloom RA, Petteruti MP, Lefante C. Limitations of current prophylaxis against influenza virus infection. Am J Ther. 2007 Sep-Oct;14(5):449-54. Review.
Hatakka K, Savilahti, Ponka A, et al. Effect of long term consumption of probiotic milk on infections in children attending day care centers: double-blind, randomized trial. BMJ. 2001;322(7298):1327.
Hewson-Bower B, Drummond PD. Psychological treatment for recurrent symptoms of colds and flu in children. J Psychosom Res. 2001;51(1):369-377.
Hirt M, Nobel Sion, Barron E. Zinc nasal gel for the treatment of common cold symptoms: A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. ENT J. 2000;79(10):778-780, 782
Jaber R. Respiratory and allergic diseases: from upper respiratory tract infections to asthma. Prim Care. 2002;29(2):231-261.
Jackson JL, Lesho E, Peterson C. Zinc and the common cold: a meta-analysis revisited. J Nutr. 2000;130(5S Suppl):1512S-1515S.
Kligler B. Echinacea. Am Fam Physician. 2003;67(1):77-80.
Kohut ML, Cooper MM, Nickolaus MS, Russell DR, Cunnick JE. Exercise and psychosocial factors modulate immunity to influenza vaccine in elderly individuals. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2002;57(9):M557-M562.
Leyer GJ, Li S, Mubasher ME, et al. Probiotic effects on cold and influenza-like symptom incidence and duration in children. Pediatrics. 2009;124:e172-e179.
Lindenmuth GF, Lindenmuth EB. The efficacy of echinacea compound herbal tea preparation on the severity and duration of upper respiratory and flu symptoms: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study. J Altern Complement Med. 2000;6(4):327-334.
Mahady GB. Echinacea: recommendations for its use in prophylaxis and treatment of upper respiratory tract infections. Nutr Clin Care. 2001;4(4):199-208.
McElroy BH, Miller SP. Effectiveness of zinc gluconate glycine lozenges against the common cold in school-aged subjects: a retrospective chart review. Am J Ther. 2002;9(6):472-475.
Melchart D, Linde K, Fischer P, Kaesmayr J. Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold. [Review]. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2000;(2):CD000530.
Prasad AS, Fitzgerald JT, Bao B, Beck FW, Chandrasekar PH. Duration of symptoms and plasma cytokine levels in patients with the common cold treated with zinc acetate. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Ann Intern Med. 2000;133(4):245-252.
Reid MR, Mackinnon LT, Drummond PD. The effects of stress management on symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, secretory immunoglobulin A, and mood in young adults. J Psycosom Res. 2001;51(6):721-728.
Rothberg M, Haessler S, Brown R. Complications of Viral Influenza. The American Journal of Medicine. 2008; 121(4).
Roxas M, Jurenka J. Colds and influenza: a review of diagnosis and conventional, botanical, and nutritional considerations. Altern Med Rev. 2007 Mar;12(1):25-48. Review.
Shah SA, Sander S, White CM, Rinaldi M, Coleman CI. Evaluation of echinacea for the prevention and treatment of the common cold: a meta-analysis. Lancet Infect Dis. 2007 Jul;7(7):473-80. Review. Erratum in: Lancet Infect Dis. 2007 Sep;7(9):580.
Takkouche B, Regueira-Mendez C, Garcia-Closas R, Figueiras A, Gestal-Otero JJ. Intake of vitamin C and zinc and risk of common cold: a cohort study. Epidemiology. 2002;13(1):38-44.
Turner RB. Ineffectiveness of intranasal zinc gluconate for prevention of experimental rhinovirus colds. Clin Infect Dis. 2001;33(11):1865-1870.
Turner RB, Riker DK, Gangemi JD. Ineffectiveness of Echinacea for prevention of experimental rhinovirus colds. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2000;44:1708-1709.
Urashima M, Segawa T, Okazaki M, et al. Randomized trial of vitamin D supplementation to prevent seasonal influenza A in schoolchildren. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010;91:1255-60.
Van Straten M, Josling P. Preventing the common cold with a vitamin C supplement: a double-blind, placebo-controlled survey. Adv Ther. 2002;19(3):151-159.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org). URAC's accreditation program is an independent audit to verify that A.D.A.M. follows rigorous standards of quality and accountability. A.D.A.M. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial policy, editorial process and privacy policy. A.D.A.M. is also a founding member of Hi-Ethics and subscribes to the principles of the Health on the Net Foundation (www.hon.ch)
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- 2013 A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.


text:
Marketing Information
NEW! PDF Converter 8
PDF Converter 8 the world's most accurate and best-selling software tool for turning PDF files into fully-formatted documents, forms, and spreadsheets - complete with text, columns, tables and graphics intact. Along with cloud connectivity, save time and money by automatically transforming PDF and XPS files into editable Microsoft® Word, Excel®, PowerPoint®, Corel® WordPerfect® or RTF documents.
General Information
|Product Type
|Distribution Media/Method
|Manufacturer Part Number
|Manufacturer Website Address
|Nuance Communications, Inc
|Product Name
|PDF Converter v.8.0
|Package Type
|Brand Name
Product Information
|Platform Supported
Convert PDF Files Into Fully-Formatted Documents:
Get Accurate "Flowing Column" Conversion:
Connect Your Documents To The Cloud:
Recognize And Convert PDF Forms:
Benefit From The Latest Microsoft Features And Capabilities:
Works Seamlessly With Sharepoint:
Repurpose Your Content:
Customize Your Conversion Settings:
Save Time With Batch Conversion:
|Language Supported
|Software Name
|PDF Converter v.8.0
|Software Sub Type
|PDF Conversion/Viewing
|Software Main Type
|Productivity Application
|Operating System Supported
License Information
|License Pricing
|License Type
|Complete Product
|License Quantity
|1 User
This product is shipped only within Canada and Warranty valid for Canada only.
Computer Valley makes every effort to provide accurate specifications, descriptions, images and price on all products that are found on www.computervalley.ca
However for complete and updated descriptions, compatibilities, specifications and actual photo we recommend our clients to consult with manufacturer's websites or simply call us for proper clarifications. Computer Valley is not responsible and will not accept returns for items purchased that are not compatible with your system. Please ensure that you have verified compatibility and actual photo with your system by visiting the manufacturer's web site prior to purchase or give us a call to make sure what you are purchasing.
For more information, visit our Shipping and Return policy.
Computer Valley wants to provide you with the best and fastest possible service. We try to ship in stock orders placed before 2:00pm EST the same day. For in stock orders placed after 2:00pm EST they are usually shipped the next business day. However there are always exceptions. Please contact us prior to placing your order if you need your purchase by a certain date.
We ship by UPS, FEDEX, USPS, CANADA POST , PUROLATOR and LOOMIS from the nearest locations possible based on stock in hand.
Please note: Computer Valley reserves the rights to accept and cancel any order at anytime due to pricing error or any other reason. An email will be sent as a confirmation of the order status.
|Read Reviews Write Review


text:
Back pain keeps Dozier out of Twins' lineup
DETROIT -- After leaving the Twins' finale in Toronto on Wednesday in the fourth inning with lower-back pain, Brian Dozier was out of the lineup for the series opener in Detroit on Friday.
"The day off helped yesterday," Dozier said. "I got some rest and stuff. I woke up maybe a little better today. It's still not necessarily just tight -- a little pain in my lower left back.
"Like I said before, if I can play, I'm going to play. But I can't physically play today."
Dozier visited with a chiropractor on Wednesday and said the goal is for him to be back in the lineup Saturday.
The 27-year-old is unaccustomed to watching games from the bench. Prior to the injury, he had played in every single defensive inning for Minnesota this season. In the second inning Wednesday, he fell while pursuing a popup, irritating his back, which began hurting Tuesday.
"It's not fun at all," Dozier said of the new vantage point. "I don't know if I should've played the last game in Toronto or not, but it was tolerable enough to play. But that incident made it worse."
Matt Slovin is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


text:
Hair Loss Treatment Video
Take a look at the hair loss treatment video below for detailed information on the causes of hair loss, how common it is, tips on how to treat hair loss and useful hints on reducing hair loss.
How common is hair loss?
Hair loss and a receding hairline are a sign that age is taking its toll on our bodies. For men, there is a very good chance that it's only a matter of time before you start to notice that your hairline is receding. For 20% of men, male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia or AGA) starts as early as puberty. They will probably have extensive hairloss by the age of 30 or even younger. For them, male pattern baldness is extremely rapid and extensive.
For a further 60% of men, the hair loss process is more gradual, and starts later on in life. Regardless of the time frame however, near total baldness across the majority of the head areas affects most of the male adult population.
Female Hair Loss
Hairloss for men is more socially acceptable. Women on the other hand, often face a more traumatic experience from unexpected hair loss. While early adolescence and the 20's are men's potential problem times, for women susceptible to generic hair loss the menopause is an equally critical time.
Hair Growth
The rate of hair growth is 3mm per week (faster than any other part of the body except bone marrow).
This process of hair loss and hair regrowth is continuous and natural – it is only when daily hair loss greatly exceeds this rate that an unnatural condition may be present. The human head has an average of around 100,000 hair follicles, which can each produce about 20 hairs in a lifetime
Does hair colour make a difference?
People with red hair have 25% fewer scalp hairs than those with brown hair; whilst those with blond hair have 25% more scalp hairs and those with brown hair. This fact may account for the belief that men with red hair are more likely to go bald than anyone else.
Normally, this would be an ample amount of hair for one person, if it weren't for many factors, including particularly D.H.T. or Dihyrotestosterone.
DHT – A Factor in Male Hair Loss
This is a powerful hormone in our bodies, which can adversely affect the hair on our head. It is very important for a person to have proper nutrition to maintain hair. When DHT reaches the hair follicles and dermal papilla, it tends to prevent proteins, vitamins and minerals from providing the necessary nourishment to sustain life in the hair of these follicles. Due to this, the hair follicles tend to reproduce at a slower rate and this in turn either shortens the growing phase of the hair follicles or lengthens its resting stage.
This can result in a shrinking of the hair follicle, which makes hair growth more difficult and makes hair more vulnerable to falling out.
Other Hair Loss Factors
In addition to the chemical effects of D.H.T. other factors influence hair growth. Poor nutrition, stress and old age also have an adverse affect on the ability to reproduce hair at a fast enough rate.
Hair Loss Reduction, Prevention and Hair Loss Products
If you want to reverse or prevent hair loss, what can be done?
Well, there are a lot of treatments which claim to help with the reduction of hair loss available, ranging from creams to surgical procedures including Hair Transplants – many are quite costly, and all achieve mixed results.
The Scientia Derma Roller is a revolutionary device that treats hair loss using traditional oriental acupuncture techniques to enhance the skins' natural healing abilities. It promotes increased blood flow to carry nutrients to the hair follicles, as well as boosting the effectiveness of creams and lotions designed for treating hair loss such as the very popular Regain. An alternative method of treating hair loss which has very similar results, but without the needles is the Scientia Hair Laser.
Hair Loss Treatment Results:
The Scientia Derma Roller is a treatment for hair loss that gets results. In recent trials, over a 3 month period men treated with the Scientia Derma Roller experienced an increase in hair growth and an average 80% reduction of hair loss. The hair restoration and regrowth process can help with thinning hair, balding, bald spots, receding hairlines, alopecia and more.
In clinical practice, when combined with the use of Minoxidil, skin needling or micro-needling has excellent results. Reported statistics indicate that around 85% of clients have their alopecia stabilised – so they do not continue to lose their hair. In 64% of these stabilised clients, new hair growth is reported. In only 15% of cases, the hair loss continues. This may be due to other additional health or environmental factors. It is also important to realise that the dermarolling process must be continued to see results. If you give up too soon, then you may not experience the full benefits. Check out the Scientia Hair Laser page for details of the results you can expect from that product.
Also, while you are waiting for your hair loss treatment to take effect, you can enjoy the appearance of a full head of hair using Scientia Hair Fibers! Just take a look and you will see how this great product stops hair loss being something to worry about :
Is the Derma Roller Just used to Stop Hair Loss?
Of course, the Scientia Derma Roller can assist a much wider range of skin related problems. It's gentle action stimulates the skin to return to its former healthy state by increasing collagen production in the skin, increased blood flow and enabling skin care products to penetrate and nourish much more effectively. As hair loss products go, it is very versatile.
Visit our Derma Rollers FAQ page for more information or perhaps our Derma Rollers Before and After Pictures page to see photographs of results. Alternatively we also have a Derma Rollers instructions page which describes in detail how the Scientia Derma Roller is used and how it works, as well as a reviews page so that you can see other users opinions on how well it prevents hair loss.


text:
By Varietal
Paired with Sutter Home Shiraz these burgers taste even finer. These burgers are dedicated to my mother who is a fabulous cook and is forever cooking exotic dishes like Brazilian feijoada.
The hamburger is a German inspired food that Americans eat in abundance.
I have never been to the South, even the culture seems to be transplanted everywhere, so here's my meat-a-phor of it.
I love a burger with lots of ingredients, but hate the mess of trying to bite into a huge burger. I thought it would be great if every thing was on the inside!
This recipe combines the rich African flavors the slaves brought to the south combined with the quintessential tastes of south eastern BBQ.
Cleveland, located on what is sometimes referred to as the American North Coast, experienced a population surge of African Americans during the Great Migration after World War I.
After living in Georgia for a few years, I wanted to create a recipe that brought me back south.
The outskirts of Philly are teeming with country farms offering a wide range of seasonal produce. In getting into the autumn months apples and (especially) mushrooms reign supreme!
The first roadtrip my partner and I took was a whirlwind weekend driving from Chicago to Athens, Georgia to see one of our favorite bands reunited for a one night-only show.
My Father-in-law and his memories of Korea. he is a wonderful man, and an inspiration to my husband and me.
I have made pork kapusta on the stove top and in the crock pot. I thought why not convert this delicious German/Eastern European dish into a delicious grilled burger.
We are glad it's summer and grilling time again. These burgers are a favorite of my family - everyone volunteers to help prepare these hamburgers with their spicy festive flavor.
Although I prefer natural lump charcoal for its smokey flavor, there are times when I need to fire up the gas grill for convenience sake.
We do this for a summer solstice gathering every year, and it means summer is here!
My friends stared at me curiously when I first created this burger because I was spreading vanilla frosting on the buns.


text:
South Seas Resort Activities
Family Resort Activities in Florida
Things to Do on Sanibel Island
Become acquainted with South Seas Island Resort, and indulge in an unforgettable Gulf Coast vacation. The natural beauty of Captiva Island provides the ideal playground for family fun. Take sailing lessons from the #1 sailing school in the country on the Gulf of Mexico. Leisurely paddle a kayak or stand-up paddleboard into a mangrove forest in search of sea turtles, ospreys, manatees, and hawks. Or just stroll the beach and feel the warm sand beneath your feet while discovering the perfect shell. Delight in all this exclusive Sanibel Island resort has to offer and make memories to last a lifetime.
- Entertaining family activities, for all ages
- Beautiful two-and-a-half miles of beach, and nearly 20 sparkling swimming pools
- Thrilling water activities, from fishing to kayaking to parasailing
- Endless onsite recreation, offering infinite ways to enjoy your day
- Delicious restaurants, and Starbucks Café conveniently located throughout the resort and overlooking the harbour
- Boutique shops, offering everything from sundries to the perfect souvenir
- Beautify yourself, inside and out at Kay Casperson Lifestyle Spa and Boutique
- Extensive activity calendar, featuring events and things to do on Sanibel Island throughout the year
- Fort Myers attractions, only minutes away and well-worth the scenic drive
It's Your Vacation...Just Escape. Discover why South Seas Island Resort has become a multi-generational classic and rated a Top 10 Beach Resort for Families by Parents Magazine. In addition to incredible onsite activities, you and your loved ones will have a wide selection of activities and attractions, including championship golf courses to choose from within the local area, on Sanibel Island and in nearby Fort Myers.
Book your memorable Florida experience online for our Best Rates Guaranteed.
State-of-the-art fitness center
Family Activities
A truly unforgettable family vacation in Florida
Water Activities
Surround yourself in the waterside fun of beach and pools
Land Activities
Experience an unforgettable adventure
Shop for Clothes, groceries and more
Captiva Island Activities for the Entire Family


text:
Beloved Video Game Hero Done Right...
Be sure and enter Sideshow's SDCC Captain American Bucky Barnes Premium Format Figure Giveaway!
To insure your action figure collection, get in touch with Collectibles Insurance, the official insurance company of the Figures.com network. Say "Figures.com" to get 5% off your first term premiums.
To buy action figures, take a look at BigBadToyStore.com, RedfordFilms.com, Toynk.com, PastGenerationToys.com, BriansToys.com, ToyWiz.com, and MonkeyDepot.com.
For action figures, statues and sculptures, go to CSMooreStudio.com.
My love for Earthworm Jim is partially based on the gallons of blood, sweat and tears I spilled while playing the classic 1994 Sega Genesis video game. You see, back in those days games didn't have "check points" or the ability to save mid-game. You had to master by repetition and acquiring as many lives as possible in order to plow towards the epic conclusion. Oh, I reached the end of Earthworm Jim many times - maxing out on lives and whizzing past minions to free Princess What's-Her-Name from Queen Slug-for-a-Butt. But I died - over and over and over again - free-falling past perilous spikes on that last level.
Regardless of my frustration on having never "beat" the game, I still LOVE Earthworm Jim. It's all about the zany characters and the way they were animated. Classic stuff. Now, thanks to Mezco Toyz, fans of the original Earthworm Jim video game, it's numerous sequels and even the blink-and-you-missed-it animated TV series (I missed it) can enjoy an Earthworm Jim action figure worthy of the game's wormy muscle-bound hero.
Measuring 6 inches tall, Mezco's Earthworm Jim towers over the old Playmates version by a good inch. The new Jim also annihilates the vintage figure in the sculpting department; which is really no surprise seeing how many years span between the two toys. Playmates was good for the time (and I still love it, discoloring and all), but boy oh boy, Mezco's is dead-on accurate. Like the game, it's all about the expressions - Earthworm Jim capture here with his eyes squinting in steely seriousness, his teeth gnashed together in rage. What's extra neat about this head sculpt is the useful ball-joint neck Mezco included. Where the old Playmates' version had the gimmicky launching noggin, Mezco's added articulation allows for countless playful poses.
While Earthworm Jim's head is super poseable, Mezco went light with articulation on the rest of the figure. That may sound negative, but it's really not. In capturing Jim's fully animated self, Mezco sculpted his legs uber thin - just like in the game. To articulate something so skinny would spell disaster; Earthworm Jim's top-heaviness sure to capsize him. As it is, Earthworm Jim stands excellent, his wide stance and broad feet firmly planting him on the ground. What Earthworm Jim lacks in lower articulation, he makes up for in his arms. Like the head, each arm has a wide range of movement thanks to ball-joints at the shoulders, hinges at the elbows and swivel cuts at the upper forearms. You'll have a blast displaying Jim in a variety of cool poses. About the only point of articulation I wish Mezco did include was a swivel waist. It would have added a little variety, but it's not the end of the world.
Earthworm Jim is also rather light on accessories, but what is included is essential. Jim packs his trusty Plasma Blaster, the weapon firmly fitting into his right hand. Unlike the Playmates' version, Mezco accurately painted the gun red AND yellow (I added yellow to my old Playmates fig). Also included is a bendy, suit-less version of Jim. It's a really fun extra, the expression on the bonus figure priceless.
I was floored when I first saw the prototype of Mezco's Earthworm Jim figure last year, immediately thinking that a new game must be on the way. Curious, I asked a Mezco rep what the deal was. They told me Michael "Mez" Markowitz simply loved the character and wanted a figure made. Really? A figure made just out of love? That was all this die-hard Earthworm Jim fan needed to hear. If you're a fan of the character like Mez and myself, do yourself a favor and grab this figure. Mezco's Earthworm Jim came out amazing.


text:
Santa Cruz County Bank's annual employee holiday party was a celebration of the successes of 2012 as well as a way to spread some holiday cheer to local children in need.
Doug Fischer, the bank's vice president and a CASA volunteer, spearheaded the event. The bank's employees contributed holiday gifts and gift cards for children of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Santa Cruz County, resulting in 60 gifts, including a bicycle donated by Bike Dojo.
"We are humbled by the magnitude of Santa Cruz County Bank's generosity," said Cynthia Druley, CASA's executive director. "These gifts, combined with dozens purchased by the congregants of Resurrection Church, St. Joseph's Catholic Community, St. Andrew Presbyterian and other generous groups and individuals, will mean that every child served by CASA will receive a holiday gift."
Moving on up
Bay Federal Credit Union Board Chair Dennis Osmer has announced the appointment of Jessica Dixon and Jim Phillips to the Credit Union's all-volunteer board of directors. Dixon and Phillips were promoted from associate board directors to full director status after the board voted to expand the number of seated directors from seven to nine at its September 2012 board meeting.
Dixon is a native of Santa Cruz County. After graduating from Harbor High School, she attended San Jose State University, where she earned her B.A. in business administration with an emphasis in accounting. She has extensive experience in budget management and worked for Dominican Hospital for 14 years before the organization relocated their accounting department to Sacramento.
"I opened my very first savings account with Bay Federal Credit Union when I was just a kid," Dixon said. "I am proud to have this opportunity to volunteer for a Credit Union that has 'serving our community' at its heart."
Phillips serves as director of learning technologies at UCSC. He earned a Ph.D. from Duke University in romance studies, an M.Ed. in instructional technology from Kent State University, a masters and a B.A. in French, and a B.S. in business from San Diego State University. In addition to technology, his interests include real estate and financial investing.
"My family and I joined Bay Federal as soon as we moved to the area because of our long-standing ties with credit unions," Phillips said. "Bay Federal's values and community involvement make it a good place to be on all fronts."
Bay Federal's Board of Directors includes nine credit union members who volunteer their time and expertise to promote the best interests of all members. Dixon and Phillips will serve with current Board Chair Dennis Osmer and directors Bob Bugalski, H. Duane Smith, Ivonne J. Guzman, Michael Leung, Sheila Joyce Kellerman, and Kathleen Lawler Bodmer.
New black belts in town
Watch out for Nathan Mendelsohn, Steve Opolinsky, Toru Kawamura and Brian Guzman of Santa Cruz, who recently earned black belt rank in Brazilian jiu jitsu from Claudio Franca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Black belt is the martial art's highest rank.
Based in Santa Cruz, Claudio Franca's also promoted Todd Jones, Steven Cocos, Quintin Cox, Paul Pendergrast, and Ken Wong of San Jose to black belt rank. Each of the nine men has trained under Master Claudio Franca, a sixth-degree black belt, for at least 11 years. Jones and Pendergrast of San Jose have been training for almost 20 years. Kawamura, age 62, is the oldest member of Claudio Franca's black belt class of 2012.
In addition to the black belt promotions, Claudio Franca awarded higher belt degrees or belt rank to 420 students, including children, women and men, from its Santa Cruz, Watsonville and San Jose schools and regional affiliates.
Mixing and mingling
Theta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International had a fun-filled Holiday Mix and Mingle World Fellowship Dinner last month. Leslie Mason was in charge of planning and organizing, helped by DKG members Jean Calvert, Sandy Walt, Joan Jurichovich, Hazel and Jeffery Powell, Gail Malerouk and husband, Joy Clay, Jeanne Trebbien, Glenda and Ward Hastings, Pat Brennan, Olga Gaytan, Jan Dunn, and Cindy Messer. Jim Fowler, Steve Ferro and John Hoglund also helped make the event a success.
President Elnora Lewis welcomed attendees discussed the local chapter's involvement in raising money through a holiday boutique that supports scholarships for international recipients. This year, the group was able to donate $225 toward this fund.
The event was catered by Feast for a King, who provided a tapa buffet, and the entertainment was provided by the Soquel High School Jazz Choir, directed by Zina Urquart. Special guests included Howard Mason, Leslie Mason's 99-year-old dad, and Corinne Tollini, 89, Joy Clay's mother.
Got a story to tell, an event to report, an award to announce? Tell Justine. Write to Name Dropping, Santa Cruz Sentinel, 1800 Green Hills Road, Suite 210, Scotts Valley, CA 95066; fax to 429-9620; or email email@example.com


text:
This game was classified by the community with the following category scores - Violence=0/3, Sex=0/3, Mature Content=0/3. Parrot Paradise: Lorikeets is the perfect game for parrot lovers everywhere. Whether its brushing up on your knowledge of the many types of Lorikeets in the Parrot Guide or just sitting back and admiring them in the Parrot Gallery, if you have even the slightest passion for parrots then Parrot Paradise: Lorikeets is the game for you.
Buy Xbox content on Xbox.com. Your Xbox 360 console will automatically download the content next time you turn it on and connect to Xbox Live.Learn More


text:
Evaluation of Patients With Statin Myopathy Using an N of 1 Trial Design
This study has been completed.
Lawson Health Research Institute
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
Tisha Joy, Lawson Health Research Institute
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: December 13, 2010
Last updated: March 13, 2017
Last verified: March 2017
- Full Text View
- Tabular View
- No Study Results Posted
- Disclaimer
- How to Read a Study Record
This study consists of a series of prospective, randomized placebo-controlled n of 1 trials to objectively evaluate the reproducibility of subjective and objective symptoms among patients with a history of statin-related myopathy.
|Statin Myopathy
|Drug: Individual-specific statin causing myopathy Drug: Placebo
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Double (Participant, Investigator)
Primary Purpose: Other
|Official Title:
|Evaluation of Patients With Statin Myopathy Using an N of 1 Trial Design
Resource links provided by NLM:
MedlinePlus related topics: Muscle Disorders StatinsU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Tisha Joy, Lawson Health Research Institute:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- To assess the reliability and reproducibility of subjective symptoms of myalgias to active statin therapy. [ Time Frame: Duration of study September 2010 to August 2013 ]
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- To delineate the relation of objective changes in non-invasive neuromuscular testing to subjective symptoms during the first exposure to active or placebo therapy, in subset of 5 patients with prior history of statin myopathy. [ Time Frame: September 2010 to August 2013 ]
|Study Start Date:
|September 2010
|Study Completion Date:
|August 2013
|Primary Completion Date:
|August 2013 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Statin
Individual-specific statin causing myopathy - i.e., Patients will receive the specific statin previously associated with myopathic symptoms in them (can be any of the following statins: rosuvastatin, atorvastatin, simvastatin, fluvastatin, pravastatin in any of the doses causing symptoms previously).
Drug: Individual-specific statin causing myopathy
Individual-specific statin causing myopathy vs. placebo
Placebo Comparator: Placebo
Identical placebo to patient-specific statin
Drug: Placebo
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 100 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- history of muscle symptoms occuring within 3 weeks of starting a statin
- need for statin therapy to achieve LDL target according to the 2009 Canadian Lipid Guidelines
- willingness to re-try statin therapy
Exclusion Criteria:
- currently tolerant of statin therapy
- metabolic or inflammatory myopathy
- known neuropathy
- CK elevation >3 times upper limit of normal (ULN) previously on a statin or history of rhabdomyolysis
- pregnant, breastfeeding, or wanting to become pregnant in the near future
- participation in another clinical trial
- other medical condition associated with decreased life span
- inability to adhere to stringent regimen
- unwilling to stop consumption of grapefruit juice
Subset of 5 patients also completing neuromuscular testing:
Inclusion Criteria:
- same as above
Exclusion Criteria:
- same as above but also:
- angina III of IV
- decompensated heart failure
- history of orthopedic problems
- have any skin ulcers or other non-healed skin areas or infections in the arm or leg
Contacts and Locations
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01259791
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01259791
|Canada, Ontario
|St. Joseph's Health Care
|London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 4V2
Sponsors and Collaborators
Lawson Health Research Institute
|Principal Investigator:
|Tisha Joy, MD, FRCPC
|St. Joseph's Health Care, UWO
More Information
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
|Responsible Party:
|Tisha Joy, Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology, Lawson Health Research Institute
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01259791 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
17352 ( Other Identifier: Office of Research Ethics, UWO )
|Study First Received:
|December 13, 2010
|Last Updated:
|March 13, 2017
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Muscular Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Neuromuscular Diseases
Nervous System Diseases
Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
Anticholesteremic Agents
Hypolipidemic Agents
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Enzyme Inhibitors
Lipid Regulating Agents
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017


text:
Jurors were able to take advantage of a long Easter weekend and won't resume hearing testimony in the first-degree murder trial of Jodi Arias until Tuesday.
The proceedings were scheduled for a day off Monday and are to resume at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in Maricopa County Superior Court.
But not before there was a new twist in her trial when it resumed the morning of March 28 after being abruptly canceled the previous day.
The defense team accused prosecuting attorney Juan Martinez of misconduct. The defense claims Martinez had been seen signing autographs and taking pictures with people.
According to CBS 5 News reporter Jose Miguel, who is inside the courtroom, the defense said they have photos of him posing for pictures and that a juror may have seen it. Because of that, the jury may be tainted, according to Arias' defense team.
"What happens outside the courtroom is not misconduct," Martinez told the judge after hearing the defense team's accusations.
Martinez asked that the juror be identified to see if it is true, "because as we know, sometimes facts are not as they seem."
HLN correspondent Jean Casarez was called to the stand to testify what she allegedly witnessed involving Martinez. Casarez said she feared if a juror ever saw him posing for pictures or signing autographs that it could taint the jury.
Following Casarez's testimony, the jury returned to the courtroom and psychotherapist Alyce LaViolette returned to the stand for another day.
Arias faces a possible death sentence if convicted of first-degree murder in the 2008 killing of Travis Alexander in his Mesa home.
The trial was expected to continue Wednesday morning after the prosecution and defense met before a judge to discuss whether the costs of the trial should be made public. On Thursday, the court ruled to deny the motion to withhold the costs from public release. CBS 5 News has a records request in for the documents.
No reason for the cancellation was given.
[WATCH ON CBS5AZ.COM: Live feed of Jodi Arias trial]
Authorities say Arias planned the attack on her lover in a jealous rage. Arias initially told authorities she had nothing to do with it then said it was self-defense.
Arias says Alexander grew physically abusive prior to his death, but no trial evidence has supported her claims.
LaViolette testified on Tuesday that many victims of such abuse don't report it and rarely tell anyone because they feel ashamed and humiliated.
LaViolette has testified across the country in domestic violence cases, and talked extensively about the signs of what women experience during domestic violence, including not telling anyone about the abuse and actually lying in medical reports.
Follow @reporterjmiguel for updates from the Jodi Arias murder trial in the death of her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander.
Stay with cbs5az.com and CBS 5 News as this story develops.
[Text BREAKING to 23765 to get news alerts on your mobile phone]
Copyright 2013 CBS 5 (KPHO Broadcasting Corporation). All rights reserved. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
The City of Laurel is kicking of construction on a project that promises to save the city millions in energy costs.


text:
If you haven't discovered Pinterest, let me be the one to introduce you to one of the coolest new sites on the internet. Pinterest is actually a virtual pinboard – it's a place for you to find and share the bits of inspiration you come across online, and helps you organize it all so you can come back and find it all easily.
Pinterest is for anything that interests you – you can create a pinboard for any category you like. A pinboard is a set of pins – or ideas – you find. Collect and share recipes, child gear, playroom decorating ideas, anything you like. Add a "Pin" with the "Pin It" button – anything you add will link back to the site it came from originally. Like Facebook you can "Like" Pins, which will then add the image to your "Likes" section. If you want to add an image to one of your pinboards, you can "Repin" it.
Find your friends that have already discovered Pinterest, and invite those who haven't yet to join you. Follow your friends or anyone you like to check out things they are interested in, and they can follow you and see what inspires you as well. When you search for new things, you can sort by categories, people you follow, or see everything from everyone in real-time. "Following All" means you'll have all of your user's pins on all their boards shown to you.
It's easy to get started and hooked on Pinterest. Request an invite from the site here, and you'll be sent an invitation via your email account to sign in with either your Facebook or Twitter account. You'll get easy-to-follow instructions and video tutorials on how to "pin" and "repin". Highly addictive and fun – online searching for inspiring ideas will never be the same.
Are you using Pinterest yet?
Visit www.chicalogic.com for more mom-friendly techie tips and tricks.


text:
- Advertise
- Contact Us
- Store
May 12, 2014
For Immediate Release
Contact: Gigi Thompson Jarvis
202.822.6232, x119
download a Word version of this press release
National Association of Enrolled Agents Installs 2014 - 2015 Board
Washington, D.C., May 12, 2014—The National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA), the organization that represents over 49,000 federally-licensed tax practitioners, has announced the installation of its 2014-2015 board of directors. The board members are: President Lonnie Gary, EA, USTCP of Mountain View, CA; President-Elect Terry Durkin, EA of Burlington, MA; Secretary/Treasurer Laurie Ziegler, EA of Saukville, WI; Director James Adelman, EA of Tulsa, OK; Director Jerry Gaddis, EA, of Key Largo, FL; Director Michael Fioritto, EA, CPA, of Oregon, OH; Director Jean Nelsen, EA, of San Francisco, CA; Director Jeffrey Schneider, EA, of Port St. Lucie, FL; and Director Craig Smith, EA, USTCP, of Newport Beach, CA. Betsey Buckingham, EA of Troy, OH moved from the presidency into the immediate past president position.
"The incoming board is committed to working with IRS to improve its proposal to create a voluntary return preparer program in time for the 2015 filing season," said NAEA Executive Vice President Michael S. Nelson, CAE. "Our long-held position on return preparer oversight has been that a meaningful program must provide taxpayers with assurance that a preparer has demonstrated competency through testing and is required to keep up with the changing tax environment through continuing education. This formidable board of America's tax experts is up to the task of working with policymakers to safeguard taxpayers from ignorant or incompetent return preparers."
The board members met in the Washington, DC, area May 7-10, where they attended the NAEA Board of Directors and state affiliate leadership meetings and the "Fly-In" day, where members met with their elected officials to advocate for sound tax policy. Some highlights of these May meetings were addresses from IRS Commissioner John Koskinen and IRS Office of Professional Responsibility Director Karen Hawkins, and the board's swearing in by NAEA Past President Kirby Robinson, EA. During the Saturday board meeting, Victoria McGinn, EA, CPA, of Holtville, NY was elected by the board to fill a vacant director position.
NAEA is the membership society of tax professionals who provide tax preparation, representation, tax planning and other financial services to millions of individual and business taxpayers. Enrolled agents (EAs) are the only federally-licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation and also have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS – they're America's tax experts®. Members of NAEA must fulfill continuing professional education requirements that exceed the IRS' requirements and adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct. For more information on enrolled agents, or to find one in your community, go to the "Find an EA" directory at www.naea.org.


text:
Spiny O'Norman wrote:bodom wrote:Whatever our activity, be it drinking, thinking or talking, we have mindfulness, that is, clear recollection. Alternatively, we can establish the recitation of a mantra - 'Buddho', 'Dhammo' or 'Sangho' - to govern and guide our mind.
Thanks. But if one if concentrating on reciting a mantra while doing activities, doesn't it mean that one is less aware of the activity itself - and therefore less mindful?
No. I use 'buddho' the way mahasi students use mental labeling: to connect fully to each and every moment of every activity.


text:
The Secretary-General of UNCTAD Supachai Panitchpakdi and the Director-General of UNIDO Kandeh K. Yumkella co-chaired a special session of the Trade and Development Board entitled "Delivering Aid for Trade: the Role of the United Nations System".
The aim of the session was to inform participants about the role of the United Nations CEB Inter-agency Cluster on Trade and Productive Capacity in advancing the Aid for Trade initiative.
In their statements, the Secretary-General of UNCTAD and the Director-General of UNIDO explained how the cluster is operationalizing the United Nations system's contribution to the delivery of Aid for Trade. They highlighted that the assistance, which addresses supply-side needs, has to be delivered in conjunction with policy advice, drafting of legislative instruments and the enhancement of institutional capacity in all trade and trade-related issues. The cluster provides integrated assistance programmes at the country level that encompass in a coherent manner the expertise and mandates of several United Nations agencies. Since 2007, joint programmes on trade and trade-related assistance have been designed within the cluster under the coordination of UNCTAD. The implementation of these joint programmes is already ongoing in the "One UN" pilot countries such as Cape Verde, Mozambique, Rwanda and Viet Nam and in other countries such as Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bhutan, Ecuador, Georgia and the Syrian Arab Republic. More countries will be included in this inter-agency mechanism in the next few months.
The cluster shows that inter-agency coordination facilitates the mainstreaming of trade into national development strategies and United Nations national assistance plans, especially the inclusion of the cluster operations within the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), which is the picture of the assistance provided by the United Nations system as a whole for the three-four year period in response to the country's specific needs and priorities.
The Executive Secretary of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF), Ms. Tembo, explained that the joint programmes prepared by the cluster also aim at ensuring the interface between the UNDAF and the EIF with a view to mainstreaming synergies and complementarities between the two schemes.
Mr. Shishir Priyadarshi, Director of the Development Division of the World Trade Organization, emphasized that better policy coherence was reached through the cluster when designing inter-agency joint programmes. Complementarities between the different mandates of the collaborating agencies with coordinated activities in various sectors proved to lead to a greater effectiveness and development impact.
The International Trade Centre (ITC) mentioned the benefits provided by the inter-agency mechanisms in support to the business sector including an improved public-private partnership.
Finally, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) mentioned the impact of the assistance provided by the cluster in the Europe/CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) region.
The special session demonstrated that:
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Connect with us
Signup for our Newsletter


text:
WOLLASTON comedy author Geoff Tristram will be launching a borough reading challenge as part of a day of a national day to celebrate libraries.
Geoff, who has written a series of comedy novels about madcap characters David Day and Adam Eve, will be launching the Six Book Challenge at Brierley Hill Library to mark National Libraries Day on Saturday February 9.
Libraries across the borough will also be staging events and activities on the day which aims to showcase how important libraries are to communities.
The Six Book Challenge is a national scheme to encourage people out of the reading habit or less confident about reading to try reading six books between February and the end of June.
To get people geared up the challenge, Geoff will be talking about his humorous writings between 2pm and 3pm and refreshments will be available from noon for those keen to find out more about the reading initiative.
Geoff, of Eggington Road, said: "I love things like the library event. I like to enthuse people and teach people things, so the Six Book Challenge is my chance to do just that."
Meanwhile at Stourbridge Library there will be Beano Cartoon illustration workshops, led by artist Laura Howell, taking place at 11.30am and 2pm.
Suitable for families and children aged five and upwards, the event is free to attend but booking is recommended.
Councillor Khurshid Ahmed, Dudley's cabinet member for housing, libraries and adult learning, said: "There are so many learning opportunities taking place in our libraries and many activities are free so I would encourage people to make the most of what is on offer."
Call 01384 812945 to book a place at the Stourbridge event.


text:
I wonder if Shaq will not appear on Inside the NBA for a while till this is over.. personally I hope so as he was a pointless addition to the show anyways. Rather have C-Webb or even Rick Fox as the 4th dude if necessary.
Report: Shaquille ONeal under police investigation for incident at TNT studios
Shaquille ONeal has been a very public friend to law enforcement at every stop on his NBA career, but now the TNT analyst is finding himself on the wrong end of police attention.
Shaq is being investigated for a possible assault as part of an incident from March 19 at the TNT studios in Atlanta, reports WSB-TV in Atlanta after obtaining the police report.
Through his attorney Shaq has denied any wrongdoing.
Lets get the disclaimer out there first being investigated is very different from being charged with a crime. Someone has filed a complaint against ONeal but the truth of what really happened is far from clear, thats what police are trying to sort out. Here is the key parts from the WSB-TV report:
Channel 2s Ryan Young obtained a police report detailing the incident, but so far, ONeal has not been charged with anything
(The co-worker) alleged Shaquille ONeal tackled him to the ground causing injury to his back while they were at work at Turner Studios, said Sgt. Greg Lyon with the Atlanta Police Department .
No one ever called police that night. ONeal has not been charged. But the police department is still doing an investigation .
ONeals attorney, Dennis Roach, sent a statement about the incident saying, This was nothing more than horseplay. No one intended for anyone to get injured.
The victims attorney said that surgery was required for the injuries sustained. The intent of ONeal in any incident very well may not matter.
At this point in any investigation it is wise to take everybodys account with a grain of salt. Or a handful. And to question what everyones motivation may be.
It will be interesting to see how TNT handles this. Because the alleged incident took place on their property you can bet that the companys lawyers will be all over this as well.


text:
Photo By:
Robert F. Avery, MD, died of cancer Friday, October 19, at The Sequoias Portola Valley. Dr. Avery practiced internal medicine in Los Altos for many years. He was a member of Christ Church, Portola Valley, where he sang in the choir, and sang madrigals around the dining room table each week with a group of friends. Dr. Avery participated in several productions of the Peninsula Frolics. He was an enthusiastic gardener and hiker. He was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1920. He is survived by his brother, John Avery, MD; two sisters, Margaret Smith and Virginia Avery; two daughters, Margaret Harrison and Constance Hunter; four grandchildren, Alison Mitchell, Eleanor Hunter, David Harrison, and Mary Adams; and a great-granddaughter, Adaya Mitchell.


text: Bracelet-sleeve dress in Italian stretch wool Item F8530 Color: DEEP AZALEA Size: All sizes are US sizes. 8 14 16 Size Charts Quantity: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Prices do not include taxes. Add to Bag Wishlist Add to Bag Add To Wishlist share: size & fit Straight silhouette. Falls below knee, 34 1/2" from high point of shoulder (based on size 6). Product Details A MTWTF dress that's supersleek, thanks to an extra-flattering, special corded band at the smallest part of your waist, and our refined, all-season stretch wool from Lanificio di Tollegno (est. 1862, it's one of Italy's oldest mills)—all in custom colors you'll only find here. Wool. Three-quarter sleeves. Back zip. Lined. Dry clean. Import. Select stores. Item F8530.


text:
Michigan Tech Prepares to Maintain Outstanding Education Despite Proposed Budget Cuts
Last Modified 3:51 PM, June 15, 2015
Governor Rick Snyder
February 17, 2011—
Governor Rick Snyder has announced his proposed budget for next year, including a 15 percent overall reduction in state appropriations for universities. This budget actually would reduce Michigan Technological University's state allocation from $47.9 million in fiscal 2011 to $37.4 million next year—a decrease of 22 percent.
Under the Governor's budget proposal, an incentive fund of $83 million would be made available to universities that raise their tuition less than 7 percent (which is the statewide average of all state universities' tuition increases over the past five years). Michigan Tech would be eligible for $3.32 million from this tuition restraint incentive, bringing the University's total state appropriation to $40.8 million, which equals the Governor's recommended 15 percent cut.
The Governor's proposed budget, which will now be considered by the state legislature, also suggests budget parameters for the following year, based on a university funding formula to be developed by the State Budget Director's office. Under this formula, the Governor indicated that state funding for universities would not decrease again in fiscal year 2013.
"We are looking forward to conversations with the Legislature regarding relief on unfunded mandates," said Michigan Tech president Glenn Mroz. "We have anticipated and planned for state spending reductions for several years now, and the only real question was what the dollar reduction in the governor's budget would be."
The Executive Team will be reviewing its budget reduction plan with the Board of Trustees next week at a Board retreat.
"Our task in the coming days and months is to choose the best financial options for Michigan Tech, so that our programs continue to instill the knowledge and confidence that graduates need to be top-ranked in science, technology, engineering, math and management," Mroz said.
According to Mroz, the critical issue is much broader than balancing the state budget. "It's really a matter of national priorities," he said. "As a state and a nation, we need to clearly express our priorities and fund them, especially when finances are difficult. People need to ask themselves: What are the things we need to do to be an economic powerhouse again? Michigan and all other states need to stay committed to educating students to thrive in an intensely competitive world."
Mroz will hold an open campus forum to discuss this at 2 p.m. Monday, February 21 in Ballroom A of the Memorial Union Building on the Michigan Tech campus.
The Board of Trustees will consider Michigan Tech's fiscal year 2012 budget at its April 29, 2011 meeting.
Michigan Technological University (www.mtu.edu) is a leading public research university developing new technologies and preparing students to create the future for a prosperous and sustainable world. Michigan Tech offers more than 120 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in engineering; forest resources; computing; technology; business; economics; natural, physical and environmental sciences; arts; humanities; and social sciences.


text:
Boston Celtics captain Paul Pierce has been dealing with a painful pinched nerve in his neck, stepping up despite the problem as three teammates have gone out for the season with injuries, CSNNE.com reported.
"It's something that's been bothering me probably like the last two months," Pierce said, according to the website, after the Celtics' 71-69 win Wednesday over the Chicago Bulls. "It's getting better, though. The last couple of weeks, it's been better than it has been."
Over the past month, the Celtics have lost Rajon Rondo (torn ACL), Jared Sullinger (back surgery) and Leandro Barbosa (torn ACL).
Since Rondo suffered his ACL injury January 25, Pierce has posted two triple-doubles and three double-doubles.
He is averaging 18.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, even after Wednesday's game in which was scored only eight points on 2-for-12 shooting.
Pierce said he is looking forward to the All-Star break before the Celtics head West on a road trip and hopes reinforcements are on the way to share the minutes.
"I think it's going to be necessary just for us to even have practice, probably have to add a guard, maybe another big man," he said. "We had walkthrough today and we had Tyronn Lue, one of our assistant coaches, out there participating in it. Most likely I think it's going to be necessary just to have some depth—maybe give me, Kevin (Garnett), Jason (Terry) some rest, especially during practices. Hopefully maybe they can contribute in a game."
However, CSNNE.com noted, when it comes to team moves, he defers to the front office people.
"I'm just going to leave it up to them, (coach Doc Rivers), Danny (Ainge)," he said. "They've got to get in there, come together this weekend, come up with the best available plan and work that out. Me? I'm going to take this time to rest, not really think about it, just leave it up to them."


text:
Arcia back with team after birth of son
KANSAS CITY -- Outfielder Oswaldo Arcia rejoined the Twins on Wednesday after missing Tuesday's game due to the birth of his son, Oswell Daniel, who was born early Tuesday morning.
But Arcia wasn't in the lineup against left-hander Danny Duffy, as Sam Fuld got the start in left and Chris Parmelee got the nod in right field.
"He's a very happy papa but we wanted to give him time to regroup and gather himself here," Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said. "He's gone through a lot lately. Plus, it's a pretty tough lefty [Danny Duffy] out there."
Arcia said everything went fine with his wife, Karla, and the baby, which weighed in at more than 7 pounds. He said he was happy to be back.
"I saw the lineup and I wasn't in it but I'm ready," Arcia said.
Rhett Bollinger is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Bollinger Beat, and follow him on Twitter @RhettBollinger. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


text:
Jay and Silent Bob Comic-Con Exclusive Kicks Things Off...
When a new Minimates toy line is born, it's a special time for everybody. So Diamond Select Toys is going to give birth at the most special time of all. A new line of Minimates is debuting at this year's Comic-Con International in San Diego, and it's from the cinematic world of Kevin Smith!
The first exclusive two-pack includes Jay and Silent Bob in black-and-white, just as they appeared in Smith's groundbreaking debut film, Clerks. Future sets will be in black and white as well as full-color, and will be based on all of the View Askew universe films: Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Clerks 2 and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. Each Minimate mini-figure stands approximately 2 inches tall, with interchangeable parts and accessories.
The set will be available at the Diamond Select Toys booth, #2607, at a price of $10. It is limited to 3000 sets. Comic-Con International runs from Thursday, July 18 to Sunday July 21, with a Preview night on Wednesday.
To insure your action figure collection, get in touch with Collectibles Insurance, the official insurance company of the Figures.com network. Say "Figures.com" to get 5% off your first term premiums.
To buy action figures, take a look at BigBadToyStore.com, AlterEgoComics.com, PlasmaInfusion.com, Toynk.com, BriansToys.com, ToyWiz.com, and MonkeyDepot.com.


text:
DriveGear Racing
Spec E30 racecar rentals, rebuilt transmissions, and more!
Rental Info
2017 Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
For Sale
Contact Us
DriveGear was formed in 2008 by fellow brothers in speed Jonny Allen and Andrew Zimmermann. Now in their fourth season, DriveGear owns and maintains a four car fleet of professionally prepared Spec E30 BMW track cars. Jon and Andrew are dedicated to helping those in need of speed and fun!
Some images courtesy
Finish Line Productions
Get Fast Photography
"After a flex disc failure destroyed my original gearbox, I decided to upgrade to a genuine DriveGear Transmission. Knowing the abuse that race car transmissions take, I did not want to roll the dice on a junkyard mystery box. After two full seasons of racing, including countless standing starts, my DriveGear Transmission shifts as good as new. It is one part of the car that I know I don't need to worry about on race day, and its precision and reliability have been essential in my Mid-Atlantic wins and National Championship victory."
#74 Robert Grace
2011 National Champion
NASA Spec E30
© 2014 DriveGear (856) 669-1881 firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
Hello friends,
I've had an interest in Buddhism for some years and wish to attain peace in my life so I'm going to make a dedicated effort to the Dhamma, and I know the Buddha said it was good to have spiritual friends so here I am.
I want to read the discourses of the Buddha in their logical order but don't know where to begin. I've got Bhikkhu Bodhi's Long, Middle and Connected Discourses of the Buddha and a copy of the Dhammapada. Do these cover everything or are there other resources I need?
Thank you in advance.


text:
DEVON and Cornwall Police has warned drivers of the "disastrous consequences" of drink driving after figures released by the force revealed a worrying number of arrests for the offence during the summer months.
Police data revealed that 526 people were caught drink driving in 2013 during the summer months (June, July, August) - while more than half (51%) of drink drivers in the South West offended during the summer months.
A police spokesperson said: "We want to continue highlighting how making a wrong decision when you've been drinking can have serious consequences for you, your family, your friends and the rest of your life.
"Making any journey while over the legal limit could have disastrous consequences and will result in the driver being arrested - it's not worth the risk.
"In recent years, young people in particular have featured more highly in detection figures.
"We are seeing more drivers in general who are over the limit during the daytime and we ensure our tests are not just focused on the evenings and early mornings.
"Friends and family can play a part in stopping a loved one getting into a car whilst under the influence. With forward planning, if you are going to be drinking alcohol, either arrange alternative transport (bus/taxi/rail) or ensure one of the group you are with is a designated driver" and does not drink alcohol that night."
The data was requested by insurance company Confused.com whose accompanying study found that nearly half of motorists in the South West (49%) believe that there is more temptation to drink alcohol during the summer months - with nearly two-fifths (39%) admitting that they are more inclined to have an alcoholic drink when the suns out.
However, this combination of warm weather and a busy social calendar is creating a dangerous cocktail for road users.
Gemma Stanbury, Head of Motor Insurance at Confused.com, said: "This is the time of year that many people choose to throw an impromptu barbecue or spend a sunny afternoon in a beer garden or social gathering.
"It's all too easy to forget the amount of alcohol consumed throughout an afternoon and/or evening and how much remains in the system the following day.
"Some people think that drinking and driving is a problem just at Christmas, however it is an all year round issue. In fact, more than half (51%) of drink drivers in the South West offend during the summer months."
Summer drink driving arrests
1. Northern Ireland Police Service: 853 offenders caught
2. Greater Manchester Police: 807 offenders caught
3. Thames Valley Police: 711 offenders caught
4. Devon and Cornwall Constabulary: 526 offenders caught
5. Hampshire Constabulary: 523 offenders caught


text:
"Come discover a slice of heaven as you celebrate the romance in your life together…."
- Discover the vacation paradise that is Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino. With an idyllic setting right on the white sandy beach, newly renovated facilities, impeccable service and a host of onsite activities, you'll find all you need for a perfect Aruba resort vacation right here. Take the time to reconnect.
- Enjoy time for just the two of you during your stay. With our Amour package, you'll enjoy daily breakfast for two, one bottle of Champagne upon arrival and a welcome amenity of chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival. Enjoy one 50-minute couple's massage per stay and one "Footprints" dinner for two per stay.


text:
Owens involved in fight with Hugh Douglas
Story Tools: Print Email XML
Jay Glazer / FOXSports.com
Posted: 7 minutes ago
The Terrell Owens' saga has taken perhaps its most absurd turn yet. While he was suspended for comments made on Thursday, that was not his most outrageous action of that day.
Owens actually fought former Eagle Pro Bowl DE and current Eagles' ambassador Hugh Douglas in the team's rehab room late and then issued a challenge to fight several other teammates afterward. The Trenton Times first reported the story Sunday morning.
NFL Week 9
Those present told FOXSports.com, while Owens was in the pool rehabilitating his injured ankle, Douglas came into the area and began to get on the outspoken wide receiver. The two jawed back and forth before, believe it or not, Owens got out of the pool and went to get his sneakers on in order to get traction to throw some blows.
When he came back, with shoes on, Owens and Douglas started swinging. Douglas threw a shot, which missed, then Owens threw five or six punches and landed a couple.
Several players, most getting treatment, tried to separate the pair but Owens started throwing those players off of him to get at Douglas again. Owens shed his teammates and kept going after Douglas before L.J. Smith got Douglas into another area. One swing by Owens was described as a shot that would have done major damage had it landed.
The fight, which was deemed "unbelievable" by some present is just the latest tale in the bizarre soap opera that has been Terrell Owens' season. However, Owens' bizarre afternoon didn't end there.
Following his fight with Douglas, a still-amped Owens walked into the locker room and issued a challenge to fight any player who wants to continue to talk behind his back. Although there were several players in the locker room, most believed his challenge was directed toward quarterback Donovan McNabb.
Basically, Owens said, and this is to paraphrase, that anyone else who talks behind his back who wants to step up do it now, this is the time to take him on and he could handle it the way he did with Douglas. When nobody moved from their stools, Owens said something to the effect of, "That's what I thought" and walked out.
This is not the first time Owens and Douglas got into a heated exchange although it's the first time punches were thrown. During training camp FOXSports.com first reported that Owens and Douglas had a verbal altercation in an elevator with Donovan McNabb regarding the trio's tumultuous relationship. At the time, Douglas threatened to hit Owens but didn't follow through.
On Saturday the team suspended Owens indefinitely and while the team has made no absolute decision on his future, several Eagles say they find it hard to believe he will ever re-join the team. However, head coach Andy Reid has not said this yet and some also believe that as long as he gives a true apology to McNabb and the team he may be allowed back. However, it's difficult to believe that Owens would conform to this.
Terrell Owens will have to sit out today's game "for conduct detrimental to the team." (Rusty Kennedy / Associated Press)
The team suspended him on Saturday for what they deemed "conduct detrimental to the team." According to sources, head coach Andy Reid wanted an apology from Owens publicly and then an apology to the team. Owens, sources say, was suspended because he couldn't conform with Reid's portion of the request to apologize to his team.
The apology he was looking for were a direct result of comments he made regarding the team's lack of publicly recognizing his 100th career TD catch a couple of weeks ago.
"I've had an opportunity to talk with the Eagles organization and I have learned that the team does not recognize individual achievements," Owens said in a prepared statement. "It has been brought to my attention that I have offended the organization and my teammates. Therefore, I would like to apologize for any derogatory comments toward them."
The brawl with Douglas and the ensuing challenge to his teammates to another fight was just another incident that has "worn us all out" according to teammates. Several teammates truly like Owens and all respect his play but many others inside the locker room and organization are simply exhausted by the weekly soap opera that has become what seems like a scheduled distraction.
Owens is expected to make in excess of $3.5 million in pay which means for every game the team suspends him without pay, he would lose more than $200,000 per week. The team may elect to go the Keyshawn Johnson route pay him to stay away.
Shikes... I called this and then retracted it. Durn.


text:
Since Paul George was drafted many had said that he is not a SG. And even recently I have seen posts saying that SF is his natural position. So which is it.
Wade was held to 4-14 shooting last night when George guarded him. He can guard the most electric SG in the league, I think the dude can be a starting SG for this team. So if that is true, why then do we always talk about trading Danny?


text:
Join our newsletter for new products, special offers, and more!
Enter email address
Sell your stuff or turn those old games into new!
Don't see what you're looking for? Create a Want List!
Partner with the Knight!
The Firestorm is a mysterious gateway to other worlds and dimensions, in this galaxy and in others. No one is sure of the Firestorm's origin or of how to unlock its secrets. Many races and individuals have plumbed its depths throughout history, but none of them have done more than scratch the surface. Any given pathway traveled could lead to unimagined riches, unbelievable knowledge, or terrible destruction. Do you have the resources and ingenuity to unlock the secrets of the Firestorm?


text:
A undisclosed "major network carrier" has placed a firm order for 10 Bombardier CSeries CS100s and has agreed to become the aircraft's first operator, the Canadian manufacturer announced here yesterday.
The airline also placed options for another six of the 110- to 125-seat jets. Although Bombardier did not say when it would deliver the first airplane, the CSeries flight test schedule calls for certification in late 2013. Including the options, the value of the contract could eventually total $1.1 billion, said Bombardier.
"This firm order is the third one announced this month, and is a testament to the growing appeal and momentum for CSeries aircraft," said Gary Scott, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft president.
The first CSeries order this month, revealed on June 1, came from Sweden's Braathens Leasing, which ordered five CS100s and five CS300s. A week later a separate unidentified customer inked a firm order for three CS100s, along with options on three more.
Plans call for Braathens Aviation member Malmö Aviation to operate its Bombardier jets from its base at the Bromma-Stockholm City Airport starting in 2014.
That transaction accounted for the CSeries' first sale since Indianapolis-based Republic Airways inked a so-called purchase agreement covering 40 CS300s in February 2010.
Bombardier has now drawn firm orders for 113 CSeries airplanes, including 51 CS100s and 62 CS300s, and raises the number of customers to six.