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As you may know, at least 165 million children worldwide are stunted, or have short stature resulting from chronic under-nutrition. New evidence shows that the effects of stunting are even more far reaching than we realized, with implications on many aspects of the lives of individual survivors and the countries they live in. Stunting leads to irreversible cognitive impairment and poor health over the lifespan. Each year, under-nutrition in all forms is the underlying cause of 3.1 million child deaths or 45% of all child deaths worldwide. It leads to higher health care costs, increased mortality and lower productivity.
This transition period is a pivotal moment for Afghanistan, in anticipation of which USAID has been planning and adjusting its programming to maximize sustainability, oversight and accountability. Throughout our efforts, we are applying important lessons from the past twelve years in Afghanistan, as well as from other high-risk environments in which USAID has worked.
We understand fully that the fiscal reality our nation faces at home means that resources available for Afghanistan will decline over time. Weaning Afghanistan from unsustainable levels of assistance is necessary for us, and essential for them. To achieve this without triggering a crisis, we must remain a strong partner and continue to provide assistance in areas critical to Afghan development and stability. To do this with fewer resources, we are making tough decisions and prioritizing investments that have the greatest potential for long term sustainability. As USAID navigates through the 2014 transition period, we are committed to expending every effort to safeguard taxpayer funds and ensure that the development progress in Afghanistan is maintained and made durable.
Our support to advance freedom in closed societies is a long-term endeavor. Indeed, I have been involved in this work virtually my entire professional career. As a scholar, implementer, activist, and now as an official of the Obama Administration, I have always been humbled by how hard this work is, and how brave our colleagues are who risk their lives on the front lines of freedom and democracy every day.
This work is a reflection not only of American values but also of universal values. We are at a pivotal moment in the struggle to advance democracy and human rights around the world.
The U.S. government, including many members of Congress, has been a strong supporter of the welfare of the people of South Sudan for decades—throughout Sudan's civil war, the Comprehensive Peace Agreement period, and since independence in 2011. We are all deeply alarmed by the horrific violence now threatening their hard-won struggle for independence—especially today, which marks the third anniversary of the conclusion of South Sudan's referendum, in which an overwhelming 99 percent of the South Sudanese people voted to form the world's youngest nation. The people of South Sudan have endured far too many years of conflict and bloodshed to see peace slip away.
The U.S. government, including many members of Congress, has been a strong supporter of the welfare of the people of South Sudan for decades—throughout Sudan's civil war, the Comprehensive Peace Agreement period, and since independence in 2011. We are all deeply alarmed by the horrific violence now threatening their hard-won struggle for independence—especially today, which marks just the third anniversary of South Sudan's referendum, in which an overwhelming 99 percent of the South Sudanese people voted to form the world's youngest nation. The people of South Sudan have endured far too many years of conflict and bloodshed to see peace slip away.
The outbreak of hostilities on December 15 has since erupted into heavy fighting across seven of South Sudan's 10 states. This fighting is the result of longstanding, deeply rooted grievances in a fragile new state with nascent institutions not yet able to deliver justice or services to its people. Coupled with an unresolved power struggle that has ignited tensions along ethnic lines, we are now seeing a vicious cycle of targeted killings.
As we celebrate the start of 2014, and a new year, the Syrian people find themselves in their third year of an escalating war. In just the last year, the number of people displaced inside Syria has quadrupled from 1.5 million to more than 6.5 million. More Syrians are now internally displaced from their homes than anywhere else in the world. An additional 2.3 million Syrians have fled to neighboring countries in search of safety. More than 9.3 million people—over 40 percent of Syria's population—are now in need of humanitarian assistance.
Since its independence from France in 1960, the CAR has been one of the poorest, most unstable countries in the world. According to the United Nations Development Program, its indicators in health, education, gender equality, income, and trade measure not only well below global averages but even remarkably below the standard for "low human development." Successive autocratic governments punctuated by political instability and conflict have only exacerbated the effect of poverty on Central Africans. It is in this context that the current crisis developed and because of this context that the emergency in the CAR has rapidly escalated and stymied the delivery of assistance to those most affected by it.
Chairman Royce, Ranking Member Engel, and Members of the Committee, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to testify before you today to discuss the role of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in advancing U.S. Government policy through USAID's civilian assistance program during the transition in Afghanistan. It is an honor to appear before you today with Ambassador Dobbins and Deputy Assistant Secretary Dumont.
Continued U.S. engagement is critical to Afghanistan's stability and to protecting the vital interests of our own country. Improving governance, creating economic opportunity, and supporting civil society are critical to solidifying our military gains and advancing our political and diplomatic goals for Afghanistan and the region. In order to achieve these goals, USAID has reoriented its assistance program to lessen its stabilization work and place an even greater emphasis on long-term, sustainable development programming.
From cadres of organized local volunteers to food packets dispatched via pedi-cab, the relief response in the Philippines was as comprehensive as any large-scale relief effort I've seen. I am confident that our government's rapid mobilization combined with the Government of the Philippines' preparedness helped prevent a tragic situation from becoming much worse.
With the Department of Defense (DoD) in support, USAID has been able to overcome the significant logistical hurdles of providing humanitarian assistance in an island country where the most powerful recorded storm to make landfall knocked out communications and cut off access to many. The U.S. has provided nearly $60 million in humanitarian assistance to date, including food assistance to at least 2.7 million people, critically-needed water containers, heavy-duty plastic sheeting for temporary shelters, and hygiene kits to prevent the spread of disease.
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When I mentioned on Facebook that I was making Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Low-Sugar Barbecue Sauce, I had people asking me immediately to post the recipe. That didn't surprise me, since this is a classic American dish, but I do want to start by saying that one reason I decided to tackle this was because I find most barbecue sauce recipes to be too sweet, without enough complex flavor undertones.
I wanted to see if I could come up with a version that would suit my preference for more savory flavors, so if you try this recipe, be prepared for a sauce with plenty of mustard flavor, smokiness, and spice, and just the barest touch of sweetness.
For the sauce I use mostly Stevia-in-the-Raw Granulated Sweetener, but you can use the sweetener of your choice. I did add a bit of brown sugar for best flavor, but make this with all sweetener and no brown sugar if you want the most carb-conscious version. Finally, read below about the reduced sugar ketchup that was the base of my sauce.
When the meat is done enough to pull apart easily, remove from crockpot with a slotted spoon., then shred with two forks. (I ate some before I took this photo, so a two pound roast will be a little more than this!) Pork should cook about 7-8 hours, on low, depending on how hot your crockpot cooks.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Low-Sugar Barbecue Sauce
(Makes about 6 generous servings, recipe adapted from Slow Cooker Pulled Pork from Prudence Pennywise.)
3 lbs. boneless pork loin roast (trim all visible fat, roast should be about 2 1/2 lbs. after trimming)
olive oil, for spraying crockpot (or use non-stick spray)
1/2 cup reduced-sugar ketchup or natural ketchup without added sugar
2 T tomato paste
4 T Stevia-in-the-Raw Granulated Sweetener (or use the sweetener of your choice)
1-2 T brown sugar (depending on how sweet you want it, or use all sweetener for the most carb-conscious sauce if you prefer)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup mustard (regular yellow mustard, not Dijon)
2 tsp. Green Tabasco Sauce (or 1 tsp. red Tabasco)
1 1/2 T Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. Liquid Smoke (or more, optional but recommended)
Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
I'd probably limit this to Phase 2 or 3 for South Beach and I'd use portion control if you're actively trying to lose weight. If you use all sweetener and omit the brown sugar this could be a treat for a low-carb dieter.
More Slow Cooker Pork Recipes You Might Like:
Recipes-by-Photo Index for Slow Cooker Pork Recipes ~ Slow Cooker from Scratch
Slow Cooker Bavarian Pork Sirloin Roast with Sour Cream Gravy ~ Kalyn's Kitchen
Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork ~ Baked by Rachel
CrockPot Salsa Pork Chops ~ Kalyn's Kitchen
Cilantro-Lime Slow Cooker Pork ~ Life's Ambrosia
Slow Cooker Pork Sirloin Roast with Spicy Peanut Sauce ~ Kalyn's Kitchen


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The 2014 edition of The Kentucky After Christmas Sale will be the 29th consecutive year we have operated this outstanding sale. We take pride in being the first event of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry season. During the sale, we provide a large selection of the finest Tennessee Walking horses available. With many opportunities available to buy and sell, we are sure you will find exactly what you are looking for with our sale. Our sale is formatted to provide quality services to all the consignors and bidders.
Broodmares, pleasure, trail, plantation, two year olds, and show horses are all offered at this auction. Each year the final portion of the auction is reserved for our Spotlight edition. This is a group of show horses that have achieved exceptional success in the show ring. Over the years the Spotlight edition has offered many World Grand Champions and Reserve World Grand Champions. It provides a unique opportunity to purchase some of the most accomplished and capable horses in our industry.
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This past week, the social media network Twitter announced it would begin removing messages from its service within specific countries if asked to do so by one of those countries. The move sparked complaints of censorship from some of its users. Host Rachel Martin has more.
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It's been ten years, and Marvel Minimates have reached their 50th consecutive series. To celebrate, Diamond Select Toys and Marvel.com let fans vote on which characters they wanted to see, and DST made the most popular ones. The winning Minimates are Cyborg Spider-Man and Songbird, Ghost Rider and Onslaught, Baron Zemo II and a Nova Corps Centurion, and a variant set that has Baron Zemo I and a Nova Corps Centurion.
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Dut wrote:Wow, thats the ugliest shoe ever created. Those make Crocs look stylish.
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Dut wrote:Wow, thats the ugliest shoe ever created. Those make Crocs look stylish.
worthdan wrote:intriguing...... but i'd never buy them.
sole is razor siped to enhance grip
Thanks for the article link. Interesting read.PeterM_Vang wrote:Here is an interesting article from New York Magazine.
Some other interesting shoes to check out are:
The Nike Free
Masai Barefoot Technology
VIVO Barefoot
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text: 'Future fund' pushed to diversify economy By Ken Ward Jr. September 3, 2013 Story Share CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- State Senate President Jeff Kessler on Tuesday kicked off a forum on diversifying West Virginia's economy with a push to create a "future fund" that would set aside tax dollars from the Marcellus Shale natural gas boom for improving education, infrastructure and economic development.Kessler, D-Marshall, said that West Virginians should not waste any more time before truly preparing for the decline in the state's coal industry."Coal has been king in West Virginia for 100 years, but it hasn't taken very good care of its subjects," Kessler said, noting that counties with the largest historic coal production are among West Virginia's poorest communities.Kessler made his remarks during a keynote speech at the start of a forum called, "A Bright Economic Future for West Virginia," that continues today at the Clay Center in Charleston.The event is sponsored by the Union of Concerned Scientists and the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy and aims to highlight and foster discussions of how the state can diversify its economy.Marion County native Jeremy Richardson, a physicist and fellow with UCS, put together the forum as part of a project exploring cultural and economic drivers of coal production in West Virginia. Richardson, who comes from a coal-mining family, is trying to help develop paths for a more environmentally and economically sustainable future.The agenda features a variety of speakers from businesses, organized labor, the religious community, nonprofit organizations and educational institutions. Sessions include a 90-minute discussion of what participants hope West Virginia will look like in 30 years, a focus on workforce training, creation of a "future fund," and a view of what "sustainable economic development" could become in the state.The event this evening also includes a showing of "Hollow," the interactive documentary film that explores the history, present and future of McDowell County through the eyes of the people who live there. Filmmaker Elaine McMillion will lead a discussion that's scheduled to include several McDowell residents.While the forum's agenda doesn't include specific sessions on coal's impact on global warming or how greenhouse gas reduction policies would affect the industry, climate change's relationship to West Virginia is a major backdrop for the discussions.In a separate talk at the event, Secretary of State Natalie Tennant also supported more efforts to diversify the state's economy, but also highlighted her participation in a visit to Washington in which West Virginia Democrats complained about the Obama administration's coal policies. "Some people may want to look at coal as a fuel of the past, but it still has to be looked at as part of any national energy strategy," Tennant said. "There's absolutely no reason we can't figure out a way to sequester carbon and make it work commercially."Tennant said she supports more federal funding for research and development of greenhouse gas controls for power plants, but did not mention whether she favors or opposes a federal mandate for emissions reductions -- a requirement most experts say is needed to push utilities to install those emissions controls.Like Kessler, Tennant also spoke strongly in favor of the state trying to continue the boom in Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling and production, but said more needs to be done to ensure the jobs that are created go to West Virginians.Kessler, though, said he doesn't mind if workers move to West Virginia to take those jobs, as long as they buy homes, raise children and pay taxes here, and help reverse the state's long-term population decline. "That's exactly what we need," Kessler said. "We need more people. We especially need more young people."Kessler's home county remains the state's largest coal producer, and West Virginia's northern coalfields are expected to fare better in coming years than operators in the southern part of the state.And in his speech, Kessler said that coal mining certainly isn't going to end overnight. But he noted the overall decline in both coal and steel and said state leaders need to stop simply trying to fight for industries that will never again be as big as they once were."You can have all of the 'Stand up for Steels' and 'Wars on Coal' that you want, but they're not coming back," Kessler said. "I don't think that's realistic."In each of the last two years, Kessler introduced legislation to divert a portion of the increased tax revenues to a fund set aside to help economic diversification efforts. But Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has not voiced any serious support for the proposal, many industry officials have remained wary of it, and lawmakers haven't gone along with the idea.Kessler said he's hoping to get more support this year, after taking a delegation of West Virginia lawmakers to North Dakota to study that state's version of a future fund. "That's not conservative," Kessler said of setting aside money for future diversification needs. "That's not liberal. That's just financial sense."Reach Ken Ward Jr. at firstname.lastname@example.com or 304-348-1702. 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Thursday, 10 December 2009
Sheffield gets a fantastic new pub. As if it didn't have lots of those already
11 comments:
- Sid Boggle said...
"Barnsley Skins"? Surely you would have had to disport yourself in the altogether to reinstate this legend? Or am I missing something?
- 10 December 2009 at 11:55
- "Eddie Rowles" said...
Perhaps we can encourage them to set up a new outlet at King's Cross - it's crying out for a decent bar...
- 10 December 2009 at 12:49
- Tyson said...
Wot, no pictures? I'll be going shortly, but still...
- 10 December 2009 at 13:38
- Pete Brown said...
I was going to take picture, honest I was. But then the drinking started...
- 10 December 2009 at 13:43
- Barm said...
From Glasgow it takes as long to get to Sheffield as to get to London. Where do the two hours go??
This looks a lovely bar, can't wait to visit Sheffield again.
- 10 December 2009 at 14:29
- Velky Al said...
Quality Czech lagers? I knew I was moving to the wrong English speaking country!
- 10 December 2009 at 14:30
- impymalting said...
Sounds like a wonderful place. I'm liking Be Nice Month (it can't be easy!) You look so happy in the picture!
- 10 December 2009 at 17:43
- al_uk said...
Ah Pete....the better news is that the Gardiners Rest is open again. This wonderful pub owned by Tim and Eddy (I once spent an idyllic evening drinking their beer in their brewery so now of course we are on first name terms) of The Sheffield Brewing Company, was badly flooded a couple of years ago and has taken this long to dry out and re open. Its in the Kelham Island area and so is one of a number of excellent pubs to visit without having to listen to endless "The train on platform 5....." announcements. Plus its only 5 min walk from a bus stop for the last bus to Barnsley which is later than the last train and drops me off at the end of my road..wink!
- 11 December 2009 at 07:16
- Crown Brewer Stu said...
me and another guy had both just washed our hands, we turned round, looked around the room, looked at each other, (hands sticking out all floppy and wet)'eeerrrr what now' the dam thing looked like a soap dispencer.
other than the pathetic hand dryer it the best bar I've seen and hope to be drinking in there alot! maybe with a new Sheffielder. Pete?
- 12 December 2009 at 19:54
- Leigh said...
Thanks pete - didnt know about this one!!
- 16 December 2009 at 11:06
- Carl said...
I agree Pete, having visited the pub recently... fantastic place!
So fantastic, in fact, that I decided to compose this silly little poem about the experience. Some of it is true, I'll leave you to guess what parts!
The Pub On Sheffield Station (by Carl Purkins)
On Platform One there's an exceptional pub
The subject of this improvisation -
Selling world beers and good cheap grub
It's the pub on Sheffield Station
I discovered it with my boss from work
I'm afraid we gave in to temptation
When waiting for a train it seemed a bit of a perk
To visit the pub on Sheffield Station
As time ticked on the beer was poured
And the glasses were in constant rotation
It was all strong stuff that stopped us being bored
Waiting at the pub on Sheffield Station
Then the train it came, we were on our way
And before long I felt a curious sensation
For all that beer there was a price to pay
Thanks to the pub on Sheffield Station
I needed to pee but the loo was locked
And holding it in became a frustration
My route to toilet relief was blocked
I should've gone at the pub on Sheffield Station
The train wound down through country and town
And my body grew wet with perspiration
My bladder was so full I thought I would drown
Due to the pub on Sheffield Station
Then the guard announced the train was late
And it felt like sheer castration
I crossed my legs as I was forced to wait
Curse the pub on Sheffield Station!
London at last! I dashed to the gent
A feeling of such elation!
I let rip, a feeling heaven sent
Relief from the pub on Sheffield Station!
Then I woke up and felt the damp bed
And my wife she sought an explanation
"Don't blame me!" I simply said
'Twas the pub on Sheffield Station!
- 13 November 2010 at 00:40


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Alternative Names Return to topWalking pneumonia; Chlamydophila pneumoniae
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Atypical pneumonia refers to pneumonia caused by certain bacteria, including Legionella pneumophila, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Chlamydophila pneumoniae.
This article provides a general overview of atypical pneumonia.
See also:
Causes Return to top
Atypical pneumonia due to mycoplasma and chlamydophila bacteria usually cause mild forms of pneumonia, unlike other types of the disease that can come on more quickly with more severe early symptoms.
Mycoplasma pneumonia often affects younger people and may be associated with anemia, certain types of rashes, and neurological conditions such as meningitis, myelitis, and encephalitis. For more information on this type of pneumonia, see: Mycoplasma pneumonia
Pneumonia due to chlamydia-related bacteria occurs year round and accounts for 5-15% of all pneumonias. It is usually mild with a low death rate.
Atypical pneumonia due to Legionella accounts for 2-6% of pneumonias and has a higher death rate. Older adults, smokers, and those with chronic illnesses and weakened immune systems are at higher risk for this type of pneumonia. Breathing in contaminated air (such as that from infected air conditioning systems) has also been linked to pneumonia due to Legionella. For more information on this type of pneumonia, see: Legionnaire's disease
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Persons with suspected pneumonia should have a complete medical evaluation, including a thorough physical exam and a chest x-ray -- especially since the physical exam may not always distinguish pneumonia from acute bronchitis or other respiratory infections.
Depending on the severity of illness, additional studies may be done, include:
Urine tests or a throat swab may be also be done.
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Antibiotics are used to treat atypical pneumonia. If you have a mild case, you may be able to take antibiotics by mouth. If you have severe atypical pneumonia, you will likely be admitted to a hospital where you will be given antibiotics through a vein (intravenously), as well as oxygen.
Antibiotics used to treat atypical pneumonia include:
Outlook (Prognosis) Return to top
Most patients with pneumonia due to mycoplasma or chlamydophila do well with appropriate antibiotic therapy, although there is a small chance that the infection will return if antibiotics are used for less than 2 weeks.
While atypical pneumonias are commonly associated with milder forms of pneumonia, pneumonia due to Legionella, in particular, can be quite severe, especially among the elderly and those with chronic diseases and weakened immune systems. It is associated with a higher death rate.
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When to Contact a Medical Professional Return to top
Contact your health care provider if you develop a fevers, cough, or shortness of breath. There are numerous causes for these symptoms. The doctor will need to rule out pneumonia.
Prevention Return to top
There is no known prevention for atypical pneumonia. No vaccine is are available at this time for atypical pneumonia.
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Limper AH. Overview of Pneumonia. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D. Goldman: Cecil Medicine. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders; 2007:chap 97.
Mandell LA, Wunderink RG, Anzueto A, et al. Infectious Diseases Society of America/American Thoracic Society consensus guidelines on the management of community-acquired pneumonia in adults. Clin Infect Dis. 2007 Mar 1;44 Suppl 2:S27-72.Update Date: 9/24/2008 Updated by: Benjamin Medoff, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Pulmonary and Critical Care Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.


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Topic: Close friend newly diagnosed
My very close friend was just diagnosed with distal CC. I know he is not a sibling or blood relative, but I really care about him as they are way too close to us.
Anyway he had been itchy for a month. Initial diagnosis showed mild jaundice, but Hepatitis tests turned out negative. The bilirubin level was 3 when he got tested. The doctor discovered a bile duct blockage. A metal stent was inserted and a biopsy performed less than two weeks ago. We were horrified when the biopsy results came back. He has been diagnosed with distal cholangiocarcinoma. His staging will be done this week at MSK.
Naturally, there are some things I do not know as I am uncomfortable asking him.
We are anxiously waiting for the staging. Because
(i) his only symptom was (rather severe) itching but no other symptoms,
(ii) as the initial CT scan showed a clean pancreas,
(iii) he is rather young (mid 40s),
(iv) the bilirubin was not all that high,
we're hoping that the cancer hasn't metastasized or lymph affected.
We're expecting that the Whipple procedure to be done later this month. What are we going to expect? Having read a lot of the literature on CC, I understand that he is in for a traumatic and painful experience.
I have not dealt with this kind of situation before. In what possible way can I help him (other than the usual household chores, car lifts, etc.)? Would he feel comfortable if I discussed his cancer? Or should I ignore all and act as if nothing happened, chat, watch movies, etc., to cheer him up? Any Do's and Don'ts?
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CHICAGO — The Packer's first Midwest Produce Conference & Expo proved popular enough to warrant an encore.
After generally strong reviews from attendees of the inaugural Midwest Expo at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers, the 2013 Midwest Expo will be bigger, Aug. 19-21 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, according to Shannon Shuman, publisher of The Packer.
Exhibitors said the 5-hour trade show traffic was active Aug. 14, but some said retail buyers were lighter in attendance than they would have preferred.
Show floor traffic was active late in the day, some exhibitors said.
"It was a slow start but a strong finish," said Dan Floyd, account executive for the Castellini Co./Grant County Foods, Wilder, Ky.
Ed Osowski, director of produce and floral for Martin's Supermarkets, South Bend, Ind., said the show gave him the opportunity to network easily with vendors.
"Especially when (Produce Marketing Association's Fresh Summit) is clear out on the West Coast this year, being from the Midwest I won't go to that," he said.
Melissa Athanasopulos, director of key account sales for fresh-cut for Del Monte's, Kankakee, Ill., location, said the expo's sold out booth space is a good sign for exhibitors.
"I think the set up was nice, with a nice intimate atmosphere," she said. "I think next year we'll do a better job and get more customers here," she said.
"There is certainly an opportunity to improve, but at the same time validation that having a show in the Midwest is wanted and needed is justification for having another one," Shuman said.
More 1,000 attended the show, which featured 154 exhibitors, he said.
"I think the show was great," said Denver Schutz, technical services manager for Gerawan Farming Inc. "I've heard a lot of positive comments that people like a smaller show, just because they can get through the (exhibit hall), talk to people and have a little more in-depth conversations.
"I've seen a lot of people that we have relationships with and I've seen a lot that we don't have current relationships with," Schutz said.
Al Lemke, general manger with SunBelle, Schiller Park, Ill., said he believes the show will pick up momentum and retailer participation in coming years.
"Retailers will hear the show was well attended and I hope the show gets bigger with (retail participation) going forward," he said
Lemke said regional shows in the Southeast and the Northeast also took time to be established.
Rick Stock, general manager of sales and marketing for Plantation Sweets Vidalia Onions, Cobbstown, Ga., said Chicago is a great location for the show.
"Attendance was very good and it has been very brisk," he said.
Foodservice buyers, terminal vendors, small independents and buyers for retail chains were at the show, he said.
John Heidkam, central division foodservice manager for Dole Fresh Fruit Co., Northfield, Ill., said there was an unexpected foodservice presence at the show.
"I think there was a little hunting and pecking going on."
For more Midwest Expo coverage, go to http://tinyurl.com/Midwest-Produce.


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Conditional labor contracts offered to employees of bankrupt American Airlines by its would-be merger partner, US Airways, provide for only marginal improvements over offers they have received through the bankruptcy process, according to US Airways chairman and CEO Doug Parker. Nevertheless, unions representing American Airlines pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and fleet service workers continue to back the US Airways bid.
Parker argued the case for a US Airways-American Airlines merger during a luncheon speech July 18 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. He was joined there by representatives of three American Airlines unions representing 55,000 employees: the Allied Pilots Association, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants and the Transport Workers Union. After American Airlines parent company AMR filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization last November, the unions had to negotiate new contracts with concessions. In April they signed conditional labor agreements with US Airways.
During a question-and-answer period following his presentation, Parker refused to accept the premise that US Airways would inherit the same high labor costs that weighed down American Airlines by accommodating the demands of its unions. "The US Airways proposal is significantly concessionary versus where the American employees were prior to bankruptcy," he said. "It does a disservice to the people at American to suggest that they aren't giving a lot in this transaction because indeed, they're giving more than anyone else. The contracts that we have offered to the American employees are only better than even more concessionary contracts that American has offered. They're not that much different now, as American has increased its offers."
Parker also acknowledged that US Airways continues "working through integration issues" with pilots stemming from its 2005 merger with America West Airlines, which led to conflict and litigation over seniority rules. Federal legislation passed since then requires that unions from separate airlines in a merger submit to binding arbitration. That process would govern any merger of US Airways and American Airlines, he said.
Parker has argued that the combination of Fort Worth, Texas-based American Airlines and Tempe, Ariz.-based US Airways, the third and fifth largest U.S. carriers, respectively, would create a network better able to compete against Delta and United. American Airlines senior management initially opposed that outcome, but has since signaled its willingness to consider merger options.
Glenn (not verified)
July 23, 2012 - 3:00pm
If the contracts offered by US are no better than what AA is offering, why are AA's unions so smitten with the idea of a merger with US? With the HP/US merger history, one would think AA's unions would be more prudent.
Phil (not verified)
July 23, 2012 - 3:44pm
because AA has a lousy management team!!!
AirBoss (not verified)
July 23, 2012 - 3:26pm
Parker and Kirby conveniently dodge the fact that the Nicolau Award covering East/West pilot seniority integration resulted from binding arbitration. The McCaskill-Bond process (born of the TWA/American merger) is of no practical difference.
"Parker also acknowledged that US Airways continues "working through integration issues" with pilots stemming from its 2005 merger with America West Airlines, which led to conflict and litigation over seniority rules. Federal legislation passed since then requires that unions from separate airlines in a merger submit to binding arbitration. That process would govern any merger of US Airways and American Airlines, he said."
Jorge (not verified)
July 23, 2012 - 5:55pm
Almost all, employees and customers, are awaiting for this merge to happend in order to create the best American Airline in the world, the actual AA managment and CEO are the worst in the industry, including all Station Managers arround! They are self center, selfish and blood suckers! Our prayers and hopes that US Airways team takes over very soon AA!
Bob (not verified)
July 23, 2012 - 11:18pm
If US Air is offering the same deal as AA, then they should immediately do the same for their employees. Or is wheelin, dealin Parker fine with shafting those who already work for him. He pretty much admitted that Phoenix operations will die. What's next.
I wonder what he did promise the unions. Let's put the contracts on the table so we can compare.
Sarah (not verified)
July 24, 2012 - 11:20am
Most US employees have learned the hard way not to trust anything that comes out of Doug Parker's mouth. Many jaws dropped to the floor when he announced deals with AA's unions although our contracts have not been settled after many years. It is downright irritating that once again US employees are forced to play second fiddle to Doug's big dreams.
Trent (not verified)
July 24, 2012 - 9:28pm
Analysis: US Air/ AA flight attendants. Keep it simple we all know that Horton and Parker are friends. I seldom agree with Parker but he does want the airline to succeed and move foward. Now Horton, all he cares about is putting 30 million in his pocket which will happen when AA comes out of bankruptcy court. The best thing that can happen is if the two merge especialy for the flight attendents union which is the weakest of the unions with very little negotiating power. Also don't be fooled your pilot union brothers could care less about you guys especially with that 13.5 % heading their way. They are going to ratify the contract, it's a done deal. Mechanics Union as well. Flight attendents the merger is the best thing for you, good luck with your vote.


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SAUGERTIES, N.Y. -- Police on Saturday continued to check out tips in their investigation of Friday's bank robbery in the village but had not made an arrest.
"Every phone call, we get one step closer," Saugerties Police Chief Joseph Sinagra said. He said his department received numerous calls after bank security camera photos of the suspect were posted on the websites of the Freeman and other local news media on Friday and in the print editions of Saturday's newspapers.
Many callers provided specific names of who they believed the robber to be, and police have followed up each one of those tips, Sinagra said.
The robbery occurred at 11:44 a.m. Friday in the Key Bank branch at 258 Main St. in the village of Saugerties. Police said a man walked into the bank through a back door, handed a teller note demanding money, was given money and left through the front door.
The note said the robber had a gun, but no weapon was displayed, police said. They also said no one was hurt in the incident.
Police have not said how much money was taken, but Sinagra said on Saturday that the amount "was not worth it" to the robber.
The security camera photos of the suspect show a white man wearing dark-rimmed classes, a dark ski cap and a light-colored jacket. Police said that, according to witnesses, he also was wearing blue jeans, a light-colored overshirt and tan work boots.
Sinagra said the suspect was estimated to be between 5-foot-10 and 6 feet tall but that it was difficult to provide a weight estimate because the man appeared to have items under his jacket that made him look heavier than he is.
"We believe ... that he had other clothing items under his jacket," Sinagra said on Friday. "He may actually be less bulky than he is in the picture."
Anyone with information that could aid the robbery investigation is asked to call the Saugerties Police Department's Detective Division at (845) 246-9800.


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Fairfax Connector Buses Will Accept SmarTrip Cards
Fairfax County Office of Public Affairs
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Fairfax Connector Buses Will Begin Accepting SmarTrip Cards in May
Fairfax Connector buses soon will be able to accept SmarTrip cards as fare payment when new fareboxes are installed in May. The new SmarTrip fareboxes will be installed on south county buses in early May, and on north county buses in mid-May. All buses should have the new technology by June.
One of the advantages for passengers who use SmarTrip technology is the ability to travel seamlessly throughout the region using the card. Another advantage is the eventual opportunity to discontinue the use of paper transfers, tickets and passes. SmarTrip technology also will make boarding the bus more efficient.
The introduction of the SmarTrip farebox is Phase I of a two-phase, regional project. SmarTrip cards in Phase I will be programmed to recognize the continuation of a trip or transfer, so passengers will not be required to request a transfer when using the SmarTrip card to pay their fare. Also in Phase I, the new fareboxes will continue to accept cash, with the exception of pennies, just like the current fareboxes. All other fare media, including Metrobus passes and paper transfers, will continue to be accepted while Phase I of the farebox installation occurs.
Phase II, which will occur after transit systems throughout the entire region are equipped with the new fareboxes, is anticipated to feature enhanced functions and should enable the region to discontinue the use of paper transfers, tickets and passes.
Passengers may purchase SmarTrip cards at the five Connector Store locations in Fairfax County:
- Tysons-West*Park Transit Station
- Reston East at Wiehle Avenue Park & Ride
- Reston Town Center Transit Station
- Herndon-Monroe Park & Ride
- Franconia-Springfield Metro Station
SmarTrip cards also may be purchased through Metro online at www.wmata.com or at www.commuterdirect.com, or by visiting Metro sales outlets. SmarTrip cards also are available for sale at Metro stations that offer public parking. Passengers may add fare value to the SmarTrip card at any Metro station vending machine labeled "Passes/Farecards." The SmarTrip card costs $5, and passengers are encouraged to register the card with Metro to protect the value from loss or damage. SmarTrip cards can hold up to $300 of fare value.
The new SmarTrip fareboxes are one of several improvements being made to the Fairfax Connector bus system this year. Bike racks will be installed on all Connector buses to accommodate bike riders, offering more choices for commuters. New "green diesel" low-floor buses have been ordered and will start arriving in May; these buses produce fewer emissions due to the installation of a diesel particulate filter system.
For media inquiries about Fairfax Connector's new fareboxes, contact Mary Mulrenan, Fairfax County Department of Transportation, at 703-324-1204, TTY 703-324-1102.
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Comprehensive Plan policy relating to transportation-generated noise issues can be found in both the Policy Plan and the Area Plan volumes.
- The Environment section of the Policy Plan (PDF-Page 11) contains general policy regarding noise issues
- The Area III Plan contains more specific guidance addressing airport noise land use compatibility in the area near Washington Dulles International Airport. Guidance can be found in both the Area III Plan Overview (PDF-Page 19) as well as within the Area Wide Recommendations (Environment) for the Dulles Suburban Center. (PDF-Page 33)


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Do sleuth:
Dating in a small town can be pretty miserable. Since I moved here from the East Coast six months ago, it's been difficult to meet new people. But this doesn't have to be a bad thing. Everybody knows everybody else, and you can use this to avoid dating disasters before they even happen. Example: I once dated a bisexual spirit guide I met at a bar. Had I met him in Santa Fe, I could have avoided a drawer full of healing crystals and an awkward conversation about whether I'd ever be into using a strap-on by having a quick conversation with a mutual friend.
Don't stalk:
While it's OK to creep on the sly, it's not OK to bring up some obscure fact that you only know because you Googled your date. If you "happen" to run into him at a bar, don't mention that you knew he'd be there. I get it: You go to Marble Brewery for the views, not the brews, but the sexy bartenders WILL catch on, and you don't want to be that person. Why? Because stalkers are creepy. I had a stalker once in high school. After a particularly egregious period of stalking, my mother (who will never live this down) forced me to go on a date with him. He took me to a picnic in a park next to a cemetery. I was pretty sure he was going to murder me.
Exception: If you are extremely hot, stalking is sometimes OK. A god of a man once left me a love letter on a bench at this street corner where I used to hang out. Yes, I realize how ridiculous that sounds. But, because this guy was a stud, it was creative, not creepy, and it may have led to some serious dry humping and ferocious make outs.
Do induce boners:
At a bare minimum, your date will appreciate it if you put on deodorant. He or she may also find you less creepy when you accidentally reference his or her best friend's blog. I lost my lady boner for my now ex-boyfriend when he stopped by a gas station to use the community deodorant available for rent at the counter. My lady schwazy got even softer when he decided to test out his theory that hair would self-cleanse after a matter of months without shampoo. Please, don't make your dates run their fingers through your greasy mane. As an added incentive to wash your hair, boner-inducing qualities can mask your other flaws. Case in point: I once dated an incredibly stupid semi-professional sportsman with rock-hard abs. For the four months we were together, he never used a word longer than four letters, insisted on burping in my mouth every time we kissed and never wore a shirt. I only noticed his abs.
Don't actually sport a boner:
If you wear dress pants on a date and sport a massive hard-on, your date will think you are a rapist. If this is a problem, wear a baggy T-shirt and jeans. I don't care whether it's a suspicious bulge or a full-on inopportune chub; it's bothersome, and it's got to go. Also, please never wink and use your obvious stiffy as a segue for discussing the size of your penis.
Do be superficial:
Everyone has some sort of checklist. Mine usually consists of penis and ability to breathe. Some people are more superficial than that. In an effort to avoid awkward meetings with former lovers, I've added a few requirements to my list since my move. Take my word for it: You do not want to run into someone days after you find yourself soaking wet, naked and squeezing your way out of his bathroom window in the middle of December. This happened to me after I attended a Christmas party with an extremely Republican, occasional news commentator with a fetish for shampooing women's hair. I went along with it until things got weird, and then I slyly booked it out of his bathroom window. You know you need a checklist here in Santa Fe if I ran into this guy in a city three times its size. Even if you aren't as big of a ho-ho-ho-bag as I am, I still recommend using a checklist. Mine now includes "non-Republican."
Don't ignore my advice. You're welcome.
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One of the most common questions I hear is "How does OpenStack compare with VMware?" That question comes not only from customers, but from my peers in the vendor community, many of whom have lived and breathed VMware technology for a number of years. Related questions include, "Which is a better cloud platform?" "Who has the better hypervisor?" and "Why would I choose one vs. another?" Many of these are important and sound questions; others, however, reveal a common misunderstanding of how OpenStack matches up with VMware.
The misunderstanding comes when people fail to differentiate between vSphere and other VMware technologies such as vCloud Director. It is not enough to just report that a company is running VMware; are they just running vSphere or are they also using other VMware products such as vCloud Director, vCenter Operations Manager or vCenter Automation Center? If a business announces it is building an OpenStack private cloud, instead of using the VMware vCloud Suite, does it necessarily imply that it is throwing out vSphere as well? The questions to be asked in such a scenario are "Which hypervisors will be used with OpenStack?" and "Will the OpenStack cloud be deployed alongside a legacy vSphere environment?"
What makes the first question particularly noteworthy is the fact that VMware has stepped up its commitment to OpenStack, with the Grizzly release, and the amount of code that it has recently contributed. Ironically, the OpenStack drivers for ESX were initially written not by VMware, but by Citrix. These drivers provided limited integration with OpenStack Nova Compute and were, understandably, not well maintained. However, with VMware now a member of the OpenStack community, its OpenStack team has been busy updating and contributing new code. Deeper integration between vSphere and OpenStack is important for users who want to move to an open cloud platform, such as OpenStack, but have existing investments in VMware and legacy applications that run on the vSphere platform.
In this post, I'll provide an overview of the OpenStack Nova Compute architecture and how vSphere integrates with that project.
OpenStack Architecture
OpenStack is built on a shared-nothing, messaging-based architecture with modular components that each manage a different service; these services, work together to instantiate an IaaS Cloud.
A full discussion of the entire OpenStack architecture is beyond the scope of this post. For those who are unfamiliar with OpenStack or need a refresher, I recommend reading Ken Pepple's excellent OpenStack overview blog post and my "Getting Started With OpenStack" slide deck. I will focus, in this post, on the compute component of OpenStack, called Nova.
Nova Compute
Nova compute is the OpenStack component that orchestrates the creation and deletion of compute/VM instances. To gain a better understanding of how Nova performs this orchestration, you can read the relevant section of the "OpenStack Compute Administration Guide." Similar to other OpenStack components, Nova is based on a modular architectural design where services can be co-resident on a single host or, more commonly, on multiple hosts.
The core components of Nova include the following:
nova-apiaccepts and responds to end-user compute API calls. It also initiates most of the orchestration activities (such as running an instance) as well as enforcing some policies.
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nova-computeprocess is primarily a worker daemon that creates and terminates virtual machine instances via hypervisor APIs (XenAPI for XenServer/XCP, libvirt for KVM or QEMU, VMwareAPI for vSphere, etc.).
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nova-schedulerprocess is conceptually the simplest piece of code in OpenStack Nova: it takes a virtual machine instance request from the queue and determines where it should run (specifically, which compute node it should run on).
Although many have mistakenly made direct comparisons between OpenStack Nova and vSphere, that is actually quite inaccurate since Nova actually sits at a layer above the hypervisor layer. OpenStack in general and Nova in particular, is most analogous to vCloud Director (vCD) and vCloud Automation Center (vCAC), and not ESXi or even vCenter. In fact, it is very important to remember that Nova itself does NOT come with a hypervisor, but manages multiple hypervisors, such as KVM or ESXi. Nova orchestrates these hypervisors via APIs and drivers. The list of supported hypervisors include KVM, vSphere, Xen and others; a detailed list of what is supported can be found on the OpenStack Hypervisor Support Matrix.
Nova manages its supported hypervisors through APIs and native management tools. For example, Hyper-V is managed directly by Nova and KVM is managed via a virtualization management tool called LibVirt, while Xen and vSphere can be managed directly or through management tools such as LibVirt and vCenter for vSphere, respectively.
vSphere Integration with OpenStack Nova
OpenStack Nova compute manages vSphere 4.1 and higher through two compute driver options provided by VMware – vmwareapi.VMwareESXDriver and vmwareapi.VMwareVCDriver:
- The vmwareapi.VMwareESXDriver driver, originally written by Citrix and subsequently updated by VMware, allows Nova to communicate directly to an ESXi host via the vSphere SDK.
- The vmwareapi.VMwareVCDriver driver, created by VMware for the Grizzly release, allows Nova to communicate with a VMware vCenter server managing a cluster of ESXi hosts.
Let's talk more about these drivers and how Nova leverages them to manage vSphere. Note that I am focusing specifically on compute and tabling discussions regarding vSphere networking and storage to other posts.
ESXi Integration with Nova (vmwareapi.VMwareESXDriver)
Logically, the nova-compute service communicates directly to the ESXi host; vCenter is not in the picture. Since vCenter is not involved, using the ESXDriver means advanced capabilities, such as vMotion, High Availability and Dynamic Resource Scheduler (DRS), are not available. Also, in terms of physical topology, you should note the following:
- Unlike Linux kernel-based hypervisors, such as KVM, vSphere with OpenStack requires the VM instances to be hosted on an ESXi server distinct from a Nova compute node, which must run on some flavor of Linux. In contrast, VM instances running on KVM can be hosted directly on a Nova compute node.
- Although a single OpenStack installation can support multiple hypervisors, each compute node will support only one hypervisor. So any multi-hypervisor OpenStack cloud requires at least one compute node for each hypervisor type.
- Currently, the ESXDriver has a limit of one ESXi host per Nova compute service.
ESXi Integration with Nova (vmwareapi.VMwareVCDriver)
Logically, the nova-compute service communicates to a vCenter Server, which handles management of an ESXi cluster. With vCenter in the picture, using the VCDriver means advanced capabilities, such as vMotion, High Availability and Dynamic Resource Scheduler (DRS), are now supported. However, since vCenter abstracts the ESXi hosts from the nova-compute service, the nova-scheduler views the cluster as a single host with resources amounting to the aggregate resources of all ESXi hosts managed by the cluster. This can cause issues with how VMs are scheduled/distributed across a multi-compute node OpenStack environment; please note, there are tentative plans to change this so that Nova can manage an ESXi cluster directly. I'll devote an upcoming post to how VM scheduling works in OpenStack.
Also, in terms of physical topology, you should note the following:
- Unlike Linux kernel-based hypervisors, such as KVM, vSphere with vCenter on OpenStack requires a separate vCenter Server host and that the VM instances to be hosted in an ESXi cluster run on ESXi hosts distinct from a Nova compute node. In contrast, VM instances running on KVM can be hosted directly on a Nova compute node.
- Although a single OpenStack installation can support multiple hypervisors, each compute node will support only one hypervisor. So any multi-hypervisor OpenStack cloud requires at least one compute node for each hypervisor type.
- Currently, the VCDriver has a limit of one vSphere cluster per Nova compute service. It is, therefore, recommended that the compute node run as a VM in that same cluster, with HA enabled.
- Currently, the VCDriver requires that only one datastore can be configured and used per cluster.
The Rackspace View
Hopefully, this post has helped shed some light on where vSphere integration currently stands with OpenStack. The Rackspace Private Cloud, powered by OpenStack, is a supported deployment and configuration of OpenStack that leverages our expertise in operating the world's largest open cloud. As such, we place a high value on the production readiness of any new technology before choosing to support it in our private cloud offering. So while we support all of the OpenStack projects, we don't necessarily support every feature at time of release. In the case of Nova Compute, Rackspace has chosen to support KVM as the hypervisor in our private cloud while continuing to evaluate other hypervisors. The original VMwareESXDriver implementation of ESXi, while useful for proving out the multi-hypervisor capabilities of OpenStack, is not suitable for production usage. However, the VMwareVCDriver implementation has great potential and is something that is being evaluated seriously.
Want to know more about Kenneth Hui and his thoughts on OpenStack? Check out this Q&A interview.
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Student sexually assaulted near PSU dorm; police search for suspect
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Police are looking for a man who sexually assaulted a Portland State University student in downtown Portland Monday morning.
The 27-year-old woman said she was walking to her dorm, the Stratford Residence Hall, near SW 10th and Market Street at about 3:15 a.m. and remembered a man following her.
Then she was hit on the head and woke up in an alley behind her dorm. The woman said she had been sexually assaulted and did not know her attacker. She was taken to a hospital, treated and released, police said.
Police responded and searched the area with a dog but did not locate a suspect. He is described as a white male in his mid-30s with an unshaven face, pronounced cheekbones, shaggy light brown hair and wearing a dark sweatshirt and jeans.
The woman was treated at a hospital. PSU officials said the victim will meet with counselors and the school will work to give her any other care and counseling she needs.
"I was just blown away. Completely blown away," said student Cathy Symes, who lives in the same dorm as the victim. "It isn't something that's specifically, that's ever happened here."
Symes said she and other students have talked about how students should be more aware of their surroundings because of the nature of the PSU campus.
"This is a location at the edge of an urban campus and so there's always concern," said Symes.
The Stratford Residence Hall is coed dorm for students 21 and older.
PSU is the only urban university in the country that doesn't have its own armed police force. Students who spoke with KATU News on Monday had mixed reactions to that possibility.
"I think maybe more security cameras and stuff would make me feel safe," said student Caitlin Smith. "I don't really like the idea of guys walking around looking like they're going to fight someone."
"I think it would provide some benefit, especially at night when some people have night classes, because a lot of classes at PSU are done at night, especially for females who are a little bit more exposed to dangers," said student Ian Hudson.
Oregon lawmakers gave universities the option to add their own police forces last year.
PSU Security Chief Phil Zerzan said right now, any campus investigation has to go through the Portland Police Bureau.
"We can't write search warrants, we don't have community caretaking functions," said Zerzan. "There's a lot of gaps. And I think that's something that the university is taking a critical look at."
PSU Communications Director Scott Gallagher said the school has worked to remind students to be safe around campus by walking with a friend at night.
He said students who have concerns while on campus should "reach out to Portland Police or the Campus Security Office." He also said students were sent an email about the incident.
The security office did not send out a campuswide emergency alert because the suspect was gone and there was no immediate threat, officials said.
Anyone with information about the assault is asked to contact Detective Jason Christensen at 503-823-0894.
Students who spoke with KATU News said they can only hope it was an isolated incident.
"I can't even imagine. It must be horrible," said student Gilla Brooks. "This is supposed to be a place of safety and community, so it's sad."
KATU's Melanie Wingo and Bob Heye contributed to this story.


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Clinical Study of Macitentan in Patients With PAH to Psychometrically Validate PAH-SYMPACT Instrument (SYMPHONYext)
This study has been terminated.
(Protocol-defined criterion of macitentan availability achieved.)
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: May 2, 2013
Last updated: June 8, 2016
Last verified: June 2016
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SYMPHONY Extension is an extension of AC-055-401, a multi-center, open-label, single-arm, Phase 3b study of macitentan in patients with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension to psychometrically validate the PAH-SYMPACT instrument. The objective is to assess the long-term safety of macitentan in subjects with PAH beyond the treatment in the AC-055-401 study.
|Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
|Drug: Macitentan
|Phase 3
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|AC-055-402: An Extension of AC-055-401, a Multi-center, Open-label, Single-arm, Phase 3b Study of Macitentan in Patients With Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension to Psychometrically Validate the PAH-SYMPACT Instrument
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: pulmonary arterial hypertension
Drug Information available for: MacitentanU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Actelion:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Frequency of treatment-emergent adverse events, serious adverse events, marked laboratory abnormalities and adverse events leading to study drug discontinuation from Baseline to Week 16. [ Time Frame: Visit 1 to Post-treatment safety follow-up visit (30 days after discontinuation of the study drug) ]
|Study Start Date:
|September 2013
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|July 2016
|Primary Completion Date:
|October 2015 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Macitentan
Macitentan tablet, dose of 10 mg, once daily.
Drug: Macitentan
Macitentan tablet, dose of 10 mg, once daily.
Other Name: ACT-064992
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 80 Years (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Signed informed consent prior to any study-mandated procedure.
- Patients with PAH who completed study AC-055-401
- Women of childbearing potential must:
- Have a negative urine pregnancy test at Visit 1 and agree to perform monthly serum pregnancy tests.
- Agree to use two methods of contraception from Visit 1 until 1 month after study drug discontinuation.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients who prematurely discontinued study drug in study AC-055-401
- Females who are lactating or pregnant (positive Visit 1 pregnancy test) or plan to become pregnant during the study
- Known hypersensitivity to macitentan or its excipients or drugs of the same class
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: NCT01847014
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01847014
|United States, Kentucky
|Kentuckiana Pulmonary Associates
|Louisville, Kentucky, United States
|United States, Ohio
|The Carl & Edyth Lindner Center for Research & Education at The Christ Hospital
|Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Sponsors and Collaborators
|Study Chair:
|Alain Romero, MD
|Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc
|Study Chair:
|Gary Palmer, MD, MBA
|Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
More Information
Keywords provided by Actelion:
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017
|Responsible Party:
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01847014 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|May 2, 2013
|Last Updated:
|June 8, 2016
Keywords provided by Actelion:
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
psychometric instrument
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Familial Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Vascular Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Hypertension, Pulmonary
Lung Diseases
Respiratory Tract Diseases
Endothelin A Receptor Antagonists
Endothelin Receptor Antagonists
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Endothelin B Receptor Antagonists
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A pencil drawing by Savannah Cudzilo of Brady, entitled Dreaming of Spring, was named the best of the Winter Holiday Show at the downtown Art and Gift Gallery.
Mary Tanner of Hershey won first place for an untitled oil painting of a snowy landscape. Second place went to Sue Condon for a watercolor, Grandpas Barn. Third place winner was Winter Juncos, a colored pencil by Nora Wood.
Honorable mentions were given to Joyce McNeil for a photo of her sled dogs, Nokia, Mushnok, Born to Pull; Sue Condon, for a watercolor named Mountain Trees," Ron Boerner for his photo, Red Barn and Hoarfrost; Sharon Skinner for an acrylic painting Trappers Cabin, and Tracy Meyer for an acrylic collage Snowflake.
The show will be on display at the gallery through December.
Next show
The January show, open to the public, will be Miniatures.
Call the gallery during open hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, for size limitations. The number is 308-534-1946.
Farewell sale for Dodson
Also, from Jan. 2-20 there will be a final art showing by artist Mary Beth Dodson, who will move to Coronado, Calif.
Dodson will have all her available work in oil, pastels, watercolor and acrylic, as well at Altered Books and art miscellany for sale.
The Art and Gift Gallery is at 516 N. Dewey in North Platte.
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This is an article discussion thread for discussing the SitePoint article, "Uploading Files Using CGI and Perl"
I read your instructions on how to allow users to upload files to a webserver. I would like to do something like this but not post to a webserver, instead, I wanted to have a form which contains a browse button so a user can attach a picture and upon submitting the form, send their photo to an e-mail. I don't want the picture stored anywhere just sent. I'm currently using CDONTS for my webmail - do you have any suggestions on how to do this? I've search Google and anything that comes close to this is either .Net (over my head) or costs $$$ in a package that I would need to buy.
@cynthia : easy, you upload the file to the browser, store it, then send an email from the script and delete the pic again.
I've installed the script and it seems to work but for one small problem, it doesn't place the file in the directory. Thus no photo available to show.
Okay. That looks like a good solution. Before I go away and invest several hours in figuring it out - is there a fairly simple way to do this (starting from Matt's excellent script that works a treat)?
Does this script allows for large files, files greater than 2MB?
Yes, it seems to. For my application it probably needs to.
Hi, How about uploading file2.pl on file1.plshould the user click on button "report"my email is firstname.lastname@example.com
many thanks
You should use read() instead of <> when copying the file so your script doesn't crash if you have a single line thats 100 MB long.
I am getting an error! I think my absolute path for $upload_dir is wrong. I put #!/usr/bin/perl -w $upload_dir = "/upload";Because I just created a folder called upload in the root. Is this right?? email me at firstname.lastname@example.com if you can help me.
Is this safe for me to use on a shared server or will my ISP flip out....?
Sorry for my ignorance, but is it possible for me to use this script on a shared server, or will my ISP freak out about security?
Hi Ron,
I'm the author of this article. You should be OK running this script on a shared server, but if you're concerned, then talk to your ISP first before using it.
I am getting an error! I think my absolute path for $upload_dir is wrong. I put #!/usr/bin/perl -w$upload_dir = "/upload";Because I just created a folder called upload in the root. Is this right??
Yes, it looks like your $upload_dir is probably incorrect. It should include the absolute path to your web site's document root folder, followed by "/upload". For example, it might be something like:
$upload_dir = "/home/sites/abc123/public_html/upload";
If you're not sure of your web site's absolute path, ask your hosting provider.
Hope that helps! Matt
Hi, I wrote your script to upload files but it does not seem to work correctly and I've done everything correctly. Can you please check it out and notify if you see any mistakes? Thanks! Joe
use CGI;
$upload_dir = "http://www.jlreyes.com/cgi-bin/upload";
$query = new CGI;
$filename = $query->param("photo"); $email_address = $query->param("email_address"); $filename =~ s/.[\/\\](.)/$1/; $upload_filehandle = $query->upload("photo");
open UPLOADFILE, ">$upload_dir/$filename";
while ( <$upload_filehandle> ) { print UPLOADFILE; }
close UPLOADFILE;
print $query->header ( ); print <<END_HTML;
  <TITLE>Thanks!</TITLE>

Thanks for uploading your photo!

Your email address: $email_address

Your photo:

The script is located at: http://www.jlreyes.com/temp/upload2004.html
my email is: firstname.lastname@example.com
When I run this I get the following error: Software error:Can't locate object method "new" via package "CGI" at upload.cgi line 8.
I don't understand what this means. Any help? I'm obviously brand new at this.
use CGI::Carp qw/fatalsToBrowser/;
$filename = $query->param("photo");
$filename =~ s/.[\/\\](.)/$1/;
$upload_filehandle = $query->upload("photo");
binmode UPLOADFILE;
Hi Daniel,
It sounds like the machine you're running the Perl script on doesn't have the CGI.pm library installed:
Also make sure you have "use CGI;" at the top of your script.
I copy-pasted the code exactly as per your instructions (after changing the paths), but I seem to be facing a problem with the upload. The uploaded file is getting created alright (with the correct filename) however its file size is always zero. Could you please help?
Sounds like you have some kind of file/directory permission problem. Maybe your hosting company doesn't allow your scripts to write to /tmp?
I'm getting this error using Matt's upload.cgi and file_upload.html
Not FoundThe requested URL /upload/upload.cgi was not found on this server.
Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.Apache/1.3.31 Server at gardening101.org Port 80
Has anyone run into this problem and is there a solution?


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"No Man, No Law, No War Can Stop Him."...
NECA has released a teaser image revealing the next figure(s) in their 7-inch scale Rambo series. Following the two releases from First Blood comes John Rambo from the action-packed sequel, Rambo: First Blood Part II. The arsenal of weapons pictured above will be split between at least two figures, the first tentatively scheduled for release in February 2014. I'm guessing we'll see Rambo with his compound bow and explosive arrows (one drawn back ready to fire and one to strap over his shoulder?), the other packing the M60E3. Additional RPG, AK-47 and grenades for both figures? And don't forget his trademark knife (not pictured)! We shall see!
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While the 3rd album from Damon Albarn & co. features an incredibly wide assortment of special guests ranging from Snoop Dogg, Bobby Womack and Mos Def to Lou Reed, Mark E. Smith and the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, it ends up being their strongest, most consistent outing to date. A concept album about the cartoon band living on an island in the South Pacific comprised entirely of plastic garbage, Plastic Beach features one potent combo after another of hip hop, electro-pop, funk, reggae, Middle Eastern, tropical island styles and more. 3/8/2010 - Don Yates
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Some of the nearly 2 million pounds of hamburger in the latest E. coli O157:H7 scare may have been distributed to GFS stores in Pennsylvania, the USDA has said.
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NOAA Fisheries Sets Gulf-Wide Red Snapper Season at 28 Days
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AUSTIN – NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service yesterday announced a 28-day recreational red snapper fishing season in Gulf of Mexico federal waters. NMFS indicated it will publish a temporary rule in the federal register on June 10 to establish a Gulf-wide season closure at 12:01 a.m., June 29. This sets the end date for the red snapper season that started June 1.
The NMFS rule states "On May 31, 2013 the U.S. District Court for the southern district of Texas, Brownsville Division, set aside a March 25, 2013 emergency rule that gave the NMFS Regional Administrator the authority to close the recreational sector for red snapper in the [federal] EEZ off individual Gulf states. Therefore, NMFS adjusts the closure of the recreational sector for red snapper by closing the entire Gulf EEZ on June 29, 2013, instead of closing the EEZ on different days off individual Gulf states."
The court decision described in the NMFS season closure rule refers to a joint lawsuit filed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. The two agencies filed the suit to challenge a NMFS emergency rule that would have meant a shorter snapper season in federal waters off certain states. For more information, see a TPWD online News Roundup about red snapper.
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- BSO Case Number: PB-13-01-06239
- PIO Number: 13-4-24
- Date: January 23, 2013
- Time: 5:28 p.m.
- Place of Occurrence: 1315 SW 1 Ct., Pompano Beach
- Jurisdiction: Pompano Beach
- National Armory, 1315 SW 1 Ct., Pompano Beach
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Description of Incident:
Several high-value tactical knives were stolen in plain sight from a display case at the National Armory store in Pompano Beach. BSO deputies responded to the National Armory shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 23, 2013 when employees noticed that four tactical knives were missing from the glass display case.
Surveillance video captured an unidentified male pacing in the store moments before the theft occurred. At approximately 5:28 p.m., the video shows the man reaching over the counter several times and stealing the knives. The suspect is described as a 5'9" tall heavy-set white male between 30-40 years old, last seen wearing a red shirt, black shorts and white sneakers. Witnesses said he fled the area on a bicycle.
Anyone with information is urged to call BSO Detective Lee Rodriguez at 954-786-4211 or contact Broward County Crime Stoppers, anonymously, at 954-493-TIPS (8477) or www.browardcrimestoppers.org.
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Cooper cops wallop first up but insists he's at peak fitness
QUADE COOPER copped a smack on the chops six days earlier than he expected in his rugby return at Toowoomba Sports Ground.
But the controversial Queensland Reds playmaker said he was ready to start the Super Rugby season in peak fitness after surviving his only pre-season trial against a Blues outfit littered with bruising ''super-heavyweights'' on Saturday night.
Cooper looked sharp as he got through 60 minutes in the Reds' 41-35 victory over the young and physical Aucklanders, who showed they would be a handful this year under John Kirwan.
With his boxing debut against Barry Dunnett scheduled for Friday night - the same time as the Reds' final trial against the Chiefs - the 38-Test five-eighth could be underdone for the opening round clash with the Brumbies on February 16.
But he said he would be in top shape for the Canberra visit, where he's certain to be targeted by former schoolmate and Wallabies flanker David Pocock. ''We're building well towards that and I feel really fit and healthy,'' Cooper said. ''I got through that game without too many knocks. I got a bit of a bruise on the lip but I'm sure I'll be getting one next Friday as well.''
Queensland were forced to come from 14-0 down after the big Blues - described by Cooper as super-heavyweights - won the gain line battle early before the Reds put on a five-try burst.
But Kirwan's side, missing all their All Blacks, stormed back late through destructive winger Lolagi Visinia, who set up one try, running over Cooper in the process, and scored another.
Cooper praised the 40-minute performances of Ben Lucas and Nick Frisby, a second-half stand-out, who are vying for the No.9 jersey left vacant by Will Genia.
Trial skipper Anthony Faingaa will have X-rays on a suspected broken hand on Monday but coach Ewen McKenzie played down concerns of a midfield reshuffle.
''Those sort of things you can have problems [with] but you just strap them up and get out there,'' McKenzie said.
''He's a pretty tough rooster so we're not worried about it.''
The Reds hope captain James Horwill will make his long-awaited return from hamstring surgery on Friday against the Super Rugby champions at the Sunshine Coast.
They already have Wallabies Dom Shipperley, Saia Faingaa and Rob Simmons about to make their first appearances for the year while No.8 front-runner Jake Schatz is also expected to be back after shoulder surgery.
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Christopher Brehme, PhD (Buffalo, 2009) teaches courses in GIS, satellite remote sensing, cartography and physical geography. In class, his students analyze and map real-world environmental and social science data. In independent studies, his students have examined the spatial patterns of coral reefs, fishing data, urban crime and glacial retreat. Dr. Brehme's research interests center on the application of geospatial technologies to a variety of natural resource and community-based contexts. His PhD research examined how lobster fishers in Western Australia and Maine conceptualize and use the ocean environment. This led to a collaborative project with scientists at the New England Aquarium and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to model the interaction between endangered whales and lobster gear in the Gulf of Maine region.
Dr. Brehme is currently collaborating with Dr. Nora Traviss in the Environmental Studies Department to model the spatial patterns of wintertime air pollution and the associated health effects in Cheshire County, NH. His research and training in Geography have taken Dr. Brehme to the Pacific Northwest, Great Britain, Western Australia, coastal New England and the Canadian Maritimes.
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