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There are always Sprint Cup drivers who don't reach their potential.
And NASCAR stars who have a bit of an off year.
But rarely have so many big-name drivers and accomplished stars flopped in the same season.
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Here's a look at the 10 most disappointing drivers of 2012:
1. Carl Edwards
Rarely has a championship contender fallen so far. Edwards came within a point of winning the 2011 Sprint Cup championship, losing a tiebreaker to Tony Stewart after leading the standings most of the season.
A year later, nothing went right for Edwards. Not only did he go winless but he scored just three top-five finishes — he had 19 in 2011 — and missed the Chase for the Sprint Cup. After a midseason crew chief change, Edwards' struggles continued and he wound up 15th in the final standings.
As the long season wore on, the easy-going Edwards admitted that the frustrations began to mount.
"I will never let myself get used to running like this," he said. "I guess if it stopped being frustrating, then I would have to worry."
2. Kyle Busch
It's one thing for Busch to call it the worst season of his career — he's never happy unless he's winning — but the numbers back him up.
In 2011, Busch won 18 races over NASCAR's top three series. He won 24 in 2010, and has 105 in his career. And he's only 27.
But in 2012, Busch won just one race. All year. Across all three series.
His lone victory came in the May Cup race at Richmond. He was 0-22 in the Nationwide Series and 0-3 in the Truck Series. He even struggled as a team owner, his Kyle Busch Motorsports team winning just one Nationwide race and only once in trucks.
But nowhere was he more frustrated than in Sprint Cup, where he led the second-most laps and finished second four times, but won only once.
He also missed the Chase for just the second time in the past seven years, winding up 13th in the final standings.
"I've got to start living different, I guess," said Busch, who called it the "absolute worst season of my career."
3. Kevin Harvick
Harvick won a race and wound up eighth in the final standings, but that was a far cry from what he was looking for.
The Richard Childress Racing driver finished third in the standings in 2010-11 and was so disappointed that he demanded a new crew chief.
He got one, and it didn't work out. With Shane Wilson, Harvick struggled just to make the Chase — he was ninth at the end of the regular season — and continued to struggle until Gil Martin, his old crew chief, rejoined him.
Only his victory in the next-to-last race of the season salvaged a really disappointing season, and even that might have come too late. The same weekend, news leaked that Harvick already has a deal in place to leave RCR for Stewart-Haas Racing after 2013.
4. Jeff Gordon
It's been a long time since Gordon has had such an up-and-down season, and such an eventful year.
He won two races and made the Chase, but he could have accomplished so much more — if not for things like bad luck, silly mistakes and a wreck that ignited a crew brawl and cost him 25 points.
Gordon suffered all kinds of misfortune early in the season and sunk as low as 24th in the standings. But he rallied to climb into wild-card contention and then made the Chase with a magnificent runnerup finish at Richmond.
He needed pit strategy and a bit of luck to win both races — rain at Pocono and fuel mileage at Homestead — but had stretches where he was outstanding (six top-fives in seven races).
But all of that was overshadowed by the incident at Phoenix, where Gordon retaliated against Clint Bowyer, starting a brawl in the garage between their two teams. The incident cost him $100,000 and 25 points and left him a disappointing 10th in the final standings.
5. Tony Stewart
How can you win three races and have a disappointing season?
Win five — all in the Chase — and put together one of the most remarkable rallies in recent history to win the Cup championship.
That's what Stewart did in 2011, so anything short of that was going to be a bit disappointing.
But despite three first-half wins, Stewart struggled much of the season. He never climbed higher than third in points and ran near the bottom half of the top 10 most of the year.
A year after his amazing championship run, Stewart had just four top-10s in the Chase and finished 17th or worse in five of the 10 races.
His ninth-place finish in the standings was the second-worst of his career.
Things got so bad for Stewart in 2012 that he had to find new sponsors to replace Office Depot and take the blame for a 24-car pileup at Talladega.
6. Ryan Newman
Newman looked like he might be headed for a big season when he won at Martinsville in just the sixth race of the season.
But that all changed in a hurry. Newman finished 15th or worse in his next five races and didn't score another top-10 finish for 11 weeks.
After that he never climbed back into the top 10 in points and missed the Chase for the second time in three years.
Though he finished strong — fifth and third in the final two races — he had just six top-fives all season and wound up 14th in the final standings.
7. Kurt Busch
Busch's 2012 season unraveled at the end of 2011.
After going off on ESPN reporter Dr. Jerry Punch in the 2011 season finale, Busch was released from Penske Racing a few weeks later.
It's been all downhill from there.
With no competitive rides available, Busch joined single-car, underfunded Phoenix Racing and vowed to just have fun.
It was anything but.
Busch scored just two top-10 finishes in 30 races with the team and week after week brought another mishap that left him finishing near the rear of the field.
For a temperamental driver like Busch, such streaks are hard to take, and he didn't handle it well. He was placed on probation for a confrontation with Ryan Newman's pit crew at Darlington in May, and then was suspended for a race for threatening a reporter at Dover in June.
Things did end on a high note, though. After joining Furniture Row Racing at the end of the year, he finished in the top 10 in the final three races.
Still, his five top-10s and 25th-place finish in the standings were his worst since his rookie year in 2001.
8. AJ Allmendinger
This was supposed to be a breakout season for Allmendinger. Instead, his career took a turn for the worse.
After replacing Busch at Penske Racing, Allmendinger seemed poise for big things. But he struggled early, scoring just one top-10 finish in his first 15 races before failing a NASCAR drug test in July.
Allmendinger missed 13 races after being suspended by NASCAR and released by Penske. He spent the rest of the year looking for a new ride, trying to repair his image and resurrect his career.
After finishing 32nd in the final standings, he currently has no ride for 2013.
9. Earnhardt Ganassi Racing
After Juan Pablo Montoya finished 21st and Jamie McMurray 27th in the standings in 2011, team owner Chip Ganassi called his team's performance "pathetic."
He vowed to fix his team's problems and made major changes to his organization.
It did little good.
McMurray finished 21st and Montoya 22nd in 2012 and the two former winners combined for just five top-10 finishes and no top-fives.
The two drivers, who combined for four wins in 2010, failed to finish nine races and spent most weeks battling just to finish in the top 20.
EGR clearly has fallen way behind the elite teams and is struggling just to remain mediocre.
10. Jeff Burton
Burton also was looking for a bounce-back year after suffering the worst season of his career in 2011 — just two top-10s and 20th in points.
He was better, but not much.
Burton, who has 21 career victories, had just two top-five and six top-10 finishes and wound up 19th in the final standings.
Burton, 45, has not won a race in four years and will be looking to bounce back again in what might be his final season at RCR.


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FIVE GENERATIONS GATHER - Florence
Davis, 91, of Grant County, Barbara DiGirolamo, 71, of Grant County, Michelle Ross, 53, of Cincinnati, Scott Kathman, 27 and Rorik Kathman, newborn, both of Florence form five generations. Photo submitted
The Northern Kentucky District Board of Health has selected Jonathan Rich, DMD, Richard Schuck, OD and Julie Metzger Aubuchon, OD, as officers for its fiscal year 2015, which runs from July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2015.
Rich, representing Grant County, will serve as chair. He is a dentist in private practice with Precision Dental Care and served as chair in 2010-2011.
The family of Ada Skirvin will host an 80th birthday party for Ada Skirvin from 1 to 4 p.m. on July 12 at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Skirvin requests no gifts.
Tractor Supply Co. in Williamstown will host the Old Timers Car Club annual meeting from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 19. There will be a car show with trophies and dash plaques. Entry fee is $15. Pre-registration form should to be returned with $12. Make checks payable to the Old Timers Car Club. For more information, contact Thomas O'Connell.
The Grant County Extension Office, 105 Baton Rouge Road, Williamstown has scheduled classes for the month of June.
• Beginning Canning and Food Preservation from 6 to 9 p.m. July 10 at the Grant County Extension Office. Class size is limited. No registration fee, call 859-824-3355 to register.
Title: The Returned
Author: Jason Mott
Book Description: Harold and Lucille Hargrave's lives have been both joyful and sorrowful in the decades since their eight-year-old son, Jacob, died tragically in 1966. In their old age they've settled comfortably into life without him…until one day Jacob mysteriously appears on their doorstep, still eight years old.
The Fortner family reunion will be held on July 20 at the Grant County Park in shelters one and two in Crittenden.
Send Reunion information to: email@example.com by noon on Monday and it can be included in the Grant County News for free. Call 859-824-3343 for more information.
Anthony Cook of Owenton and Pam Mullins of Williamstown are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Bethany Rashell Newman to Michael David Turner, son of Ken and Patty Wininger.
The wedding is being planned for 5 p.m. on June 28 at the Grant County Park in Crittenden with Bro. Joe Howard officiating.
The maid of honor will be the sister of the bride, Stephanie Barnes of Dry Ridge. The bridesmaid will be Mikaela Turner of Carrollton.
The flower girl will be Layla Newman and ring bearer will be Grace Newman.
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The Akron Civic Theatre in conjunction with RSM Productions and 97.5 WONE will present The Rubber City BeatleFest 2014 on Feb. 1 at 6:45 p.m.
BeatleFest begins with the doors opening at 6:45 p.m. in the Civic Grand Lobby with memorabilia exhibitors Steve Madonna, Jim Hoffert, and Lawrence Puljic. Attendees will also be able to view a photo exhibit by George Shuba, Cleveland's first and foremost Rock Photographer, and have the opportunity to purchase Beatle-themed paintings by noted artist, Billy Nainiger.
This year's musical show will start at 8:00 p.m. and features Jim Bonfanti, the founding member of two of Ohio's greatest rock bands, The Choir and The Raspberries. Bonfanti will be performing with the Fantom 4. The ReBeats will be performing songs from the post "Revolver" album era and feature their "Beatle-Delic" light show. Closing the show will be Hard Days Night who will be recreating the set list from the famous Ed Sullivan Show 50 years ago!
Ticket prices are $25 reserved, $15 general admission or a special date night offer of two reserved tickets for $40. Tickets are on sale now at the Akron Civic Theatre Box Office, (330) 253-2488, or online at www.akroncivic.com.


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Spazy Croonerisms 5Language brain teasers are those that involve the English language. You need to think about and manipulate words and letters.
A spoonerism is a pair of words that can have their initial sounds switched to form new words. The pairs need only sound the same, not necessarily be spelled the same (power saw & sour paw, horse cart & coarse heart). There may sometimes be one or two connecting words (kick the stone & stick the cone, king of the rats & ring of the cats). Given the following definitions, what are the spoonerisms?
1) a circular depression & a part for a canine actor
2) a container for an alcoholic beverage & an insignificant insect
3) a container for a container & the bottom of a coffin
4) a cunning wolf relative & insect foot coverings
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2) beer mug & mere bug
3) basket case & casket base
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Earlier this week, a 2-year-old boy drowned out preflight announcements on a Southwest Airlines flight with his screams of "I want Daddy!" and "Go, plane, go!" So the airline kicked the child and his mother off the plane.
Southwest has since apologized to the child's mother, and offered a refund and travel voucher.
Southwest apologizes to mom on Calif. flight [AP]
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On April 26,2009 the『Save Our Earth Conference 2009』was held in Seoul,South Korea and broadcast live on Supreme Master Television.
This timely and informative event was organized by Mr. Chung Sung-Hyun,the president of Chungnyunsa Publishing Company. Chungnyunsa Publishing Company recently published the Korean edition of the #1 international bestselling book,『The Birds in My Life』written by Supreme Master Ching Hai. The Korean edition also became an instant bestseller in Korea's largest bookstore chain,Kyobo Bookstore.
Over 1700 people attended the conference to find out more information about how to save our planet in this critical time of climate change. Attendees included concerned citizens,government officials,scientists,journalists,spiritual practitioners,artists,writers,and dignitaries such as Congressmen Lee Seok-Hyun and Kang Chang-Il; Mr. Jung Soon-Gap,executive director of World Meteorological Organization (WMO),which is a UN non-profit organization; Dr. Michael Bascombe,an animal telepathic communicator from Australia; Mr. Kim Young-Gyu,commissioner of Gangwon Province Military Manpower Administration and former Brigadier General of the Korean Army; Mr. Yoon Gi-Hyun,
a renowned children's author and lecturer; Professor Choi Haeng-Sik,vice chairman of Korean Law Association and chairman of Global Warming Emergency Measures Committee; Mr. Na Young-Cheol,president of Ecology TV and director of Korea Mass Media Club; Dada Cittarainjanananda,author and meditation teacher; Song Man-Gyu,a famous painter renowned for his work of the Seomjin River;
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Supreme Master Ching Hai also accepted the invitation to attend the『Save Our Earth Conference 2009』via videoconference as Guest of Honor to share her insight and perspectives on the critical issue of climate change and the most effective solution – an animal-free diet.
We now invite you to join us for the 9-part rebroadcast of the『Save Our Earth Conference 2009』held on April 26,2009 in Seoul,South Korea.
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Karma Dorje wrote:... In fact, those that argue this are arguing that Dzogchen is perhaps the unifying factor behind ALL religious experience, not merely that of Buddhism, are the ones that end up greeted with pitchforks and torches.
To me this has been a really eye-opening experience of the power of conditioning.
I'd say it's the unifying factor behind experience in general. It's one's natural state, simply the true state of this mystery called life. Some recognize it, while most do not. There's various methods to recognize it, but those methods aren't it. To me it's fairly cut and dry, you either recognize the natural state, or you don't. If you have recognized it, rest in that knowledge. If you haven't, there are various methods and means to do so (some more appropriate and excelled than others), but those methods and means are not it. The methods simply allow for recognition to happen, that which is recognized is always present (and always has been), it knows no limitation, not even notions of sentient and non-sentient. It cannot be produced or generated, it cannot be attained or acquired. The buddhadharma is beautiful and a wonderful method, but Buddhism is merely a means to recognize it. When you land on the shore you don't heave your boat over your shoulder and take it with you.


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HAYWARD — A man was arrested Wednesday after police said he stole two cars, plowing the second through a cemetery fence and over five headstones.
Alameda County Sheriff's Office deputies were looking for Gabriel Valdez, 30, when they received a report about 10:30 a.m. that he was driving a 1990 Honda stolen Monday that had hit a fence near Star Ridge Road and Five Canyons Parkway, said Sheriff's Sgt. J.D. Nelson.
About 11:10 a.m., a resident on Saddle Drive in Hayward reported that his black 1997 Dodge truck had just been stolen. Minutes later, a sheriff's sergeant spotted the truck driving on Fairview Avenue and tried to stop it, Nelson said. The truck made a quick turn westbound on Fairview and took off about 50 mph.
The truck made it about one-tenth of a mile before running off the road and crashing through two fences at Lone Tree Cemetery at 24591 Fairview Ave., Nelson said.
The truck drove over five headstones at the cemetery, crushing one and chipping four, before the driver bailed out and ran through the cemetery.
The sergeant recognized the suspect as Valdez, and he went after him through the cemetery, eventually catching up to him and handcuffing him, Nelson said. It was not immediately clear how the sergeant recognized Valdez as the driver of the stolen Honda.
Valdez, of Hayward, was arrested on suspicion of vehicle theft and evading arrest. He was taken to Santa Rita Jail, Nelson said.
According to Tom Gratny, manager of the cemetery, the only damage were the disturbed headstones. All five are being replaced.
"We have contracted with a monument company to get them replaced as soon as we can," Gratny said. "We have not contacted the families yet; that is on our list of things to do. Right now, we're dealing with the police report and the district attorney's office, as they want to know what was damaged in the crash."
Damage to the fencing, curbing, asphalt and dirt would be fixed in upcoming days, Gratny said.
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Trip Ideas: Farms & Fiberarts
While the Maine Lakes & Mountains region may be known as a paradise for winter outdoor enthusiasts, its spectacular mountain ranges, crystal-clear lakes and creative communities make it a four-season destination for those who enjoy a unique blend of bustling cities and wide-open spaces.
New Gloucester, Sumner and Paris Hill
Start your day on the farm, take a self-guided tour of the creamery or sign up for a traditional butter-making workshop. At Pineland Farms, New Gloucester.
Enjoy demonstrations and workshops on basketmaking, weaving, knitting and floorcloths. Be sure to check out the Shaker herbs and teas available for sale in the Museum Store. Found in New Gloucester. Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village
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I have been working on a new song called "Born this Way". It's a dark tale about a killer who is apologizing for his actions. In the first part of each verse the subject states his sadness. The second part of each verse he details the evil he is compelled to do.
I like the first part of each verse clear, up front and with just a small amount of delay effect. However, when the subject states his evil doings I am looking to add more effects and possibly a second or third voice. To add the harmonies I would normal sing a backing track into the arrangement or possibly use Melodyne. I have been reading reviews of a new plug-in by German software making Zplane called "Vielklang" which creates harmonies in real time on the fly. Most of the reviews have been positive so today I downloaded and tried the demo.
vielklang "thinks musically" and prepares the ground. vielklang by zplane is packed with musical intelligence and music theory: it automatically detects the best fitting harmonies for each individual input melody, and automatically synthesizes up to four voices with the voices not merely running in parallel but with their voicings automatically selected to sound most natural (voice leading). vielklang gives you a natural-sounding result immediately and allows you to concentrate on tweaking the results rather than edit them from scratch as with traditional harmonizers. –http://vielklang.zplane.de/
In Ableton Live you load Vielklang into a MIDI track and to hear it you add an Audio Track and route the MIDI track into it. Open Vielklang and either drag or load an audio file into the plug-in. At first I could not get any sound from Vielklang but after reading the manual I was able to deduce I needed to start playing the song from zero. This worked and then I read the other ways you get Vielklang to play anywhere in the arrangement. It sounds a little fuddy duddy which it is but the end results are good enough it doesn't matter.
I'm not sure I'm going to use Vielklang's harmonies in this song but I am going to buy this plug-in. After hearing what it's capable of I was inspired. Take a listen to a few audio samples:
Vielklang on the second part of the first verse:
Again Vielklang on the second part of the first verse but with a different key:
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Central Brighton seaside apartment
N.º máximo de huéspedes8
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The seafront and pier are on your doorstep and the centre of Brighton and the Laines are only 5 minutes walk. Kemptown is a vibrant area of Brighton offering excellent bars, pubs, cafe culture and restaurants .
2 additional guests can be accommodated on the pull out sofa-bed in the lounge and there is a fold down bed.
Substantial reductions on request for week long stays or longer as the rates quoted on the website are geared towards weekend stays only.
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The property has free Wi-Fi access. There is a DVD player built into the Freeview TV with a selection of DVDs for you to use. There are also a selection of books on the shelves and games in the cupboard.
The Kitchen is a galley style with a double hob burner, dishwasher, microwave and a full size oven. There is an extendable dining table which can be moved into the lounge if you would like a meal all together. Additional fold up chairs are in the cupboard.
The stairs to the top (3rd floor bedroom) are on a 'hop up' ladder so care must be taken going up and down.
The bathroom is contemporary with neutral mosaic tiling. The bath has a rainfall shower over it.
Due to the number of stairs we suggest the flat is not suitable for families with children or those with mobility problems.
Dogs are welcome on notification.
The railway station is 2 miles away, Gatwick airport 30 minutes and London is only 49 minutes on the train.
Normas del alojamientoPlease be considerate of neighbours when arriving/leaving the property. Particularly late at night. We have a house policy of no parties in the flat and please also respect the no smoking policy!
One well behaved hound is more than welcome in the living room and kitchen area. Please restrict access to the carpeted areas out of consideration for other guests with allergies...
The fireplace is decorative only.
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FABulous flat in Brighton's Kemptown neighborhood. Really enjoyed the setup of three stories and location. The open loft bedroom was a nice surprise, and also loved the bathroom decor. Kitchen had everything you would need as far as cooking and table settings. The stainless countertops and pop of color were great. We were close to everything…beach, shopping, dining, bars and nightlife. Wonderful views from the roof top patio…as well as the windows in the front of the flat of Saint James street. I hope to visit this area again next summer, and hope this property is available again!!
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Ram announced heavy-duty clutch sets (pressure plate and clutch plate) for upgraded GM LS-powered vehicles, including the Camaro through 2011, with the following increases in torque capacity. Measuring 12 inches in diameter yet operating within the confines of the conventional flat-style OEM 168-tooth flywheel, Ram's HD set transmits torque capacity of up to 550 lb-ft, their Powergrip 650 lb-ft, and the Powergrip HD 750 lb-ft. The friction linings featured on these single-plate clutch sets are either organic or metallic or a combination of both. A familiar trail blazed by Ram, they use organic materials on their HD style to provide smooth engagement and a metallic construction on their high-end Powergrip HD series. Their metallic 900 series contributes a higher coefficient of friction with formidable holding power. On their intermediate clutch set, the Powergrip, they use both materials—placing the organic side toward the flywheel and the metallic side toward the pressure plate. Ram's 12-inch clutch sets are engineered to fit directly to the 111/2-inch OEM clutches with flat flywheels. However, on '05-current applications where recessed flywheels are standard fitment, Ram provides a replacement flat flywheel from billets of aluminum or steel.
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Pumped upFifth-Gen Camaro In-Tank Stealth Fuel Systems
The new Camaro System is a complete drop-in, single fuel pump assembly for '10-and-later Camaros. The system provides a single A1000 or Eliminator Fuel Pump capable of supporting big horsepower. The best part: It drops right into your factory tank. It still incorporates the factory jet siphon system, includes an integral 100-micron pre-pump filter and an ORB-08 return line port. Now you can plumb a true return-style system into your Camaro to support the power you're making without the worry of the siphon system and while maintaining your factory fuel tank, all while saving you money!
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Perfect MatchTCI Automotive Power Adder Torque Converters for '12 Camaros
Perfect for stock or radical street/race machines, these torque converters feature furnace-brazed components and heat-treated splines, sprag races, and hubs for increased strength and durability. With a durable billet front and clutch assembly, they are capable of repeated hard launches off the line. After being finished with a proprietary HDT Coating for cooler operating temperatures, all Power Adder Torque Converters are triple-tested in-house to ensure premium quality and performance.
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Get StylishLS Oil Fill Cap
Holley's new Oil Fill Cap for LS engines removes the oil fill tube that comes stock on LS engines and replaces it with a cap that can be configured five ways, including a custom option. Their cap screws directly into all stock valve covers and the base is made of the same glass-filled material as the factory to ensure durability. Each cap comes with an aluminum insert that can easily be painted before assembly, and a domed Holley decal can be placed on the aluminum insert or directly onto the cap base. With paint in hand, the options are endless.


text: Speaking to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel in April, after Harley borrowed $2.3 billion in aid from the Federal Reserve, but before that loan was disclosed, CEO Keith Wandell stated that his chief objective was to avoid emulating General Motors. With government aid, the car maker has transitioned from being the unprofitable maker of outdated products that no one wanted to turning a $2.0 billion third quarter 2010 net profit just before becoming the largest IPO in history. Wandell's plan appears to be working, Harley's net income for Q3 2010 of just $88.8 million compares extremely unfavorably to its $312.73 million result during the same period in 2006.


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Friends and family members of Marie Dietrich Cassady traveled from all over the country to celebrate her 100th birthday at Thomas Jefferson Unitarian Church on Dec. 8.
Ms. Cassady was born on Dec. 9, 1912 in Louisville, and has lived most of her life in St. Matthews. She enjoys singing in her church choir, but her passion in life is folk dancing. She started the first international dance club in Louisville, and has dedicated her life to teaching and preserving the ethnic dances of all cultures.
Guests at the milestone birthday party enjoyed food, wine, music and of course, folk dancing!
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I installed Ubuntu 11.10 when I first got started with Linux, and I've uninstalled it, reinstalled it, uninstalled it again, and so on. I've tried Unity, don't like it, and I've moved on. HOWEVER, despite all that, I believe Ubuntu has made a fantastic contribution to the Linux world in one very important way. It's easy to install. In fact, after six months now of looking at other distributions, I can attest to the fact that only Ubuntu and its derivative distributions have an installer a novice can use without having to wade too deeply in the hard drive partitioning waters. I've seen some that come close (openSUSE and Fedora, for example), but even they can quickly become too technical for the user who just wants the system to install itself so he can get on with USING the computer. For the folks who take pride in their technical expertise and skills, there are plenty of options out there (and they can even demonstrate them to their heart's content with Ubuntu), but the secret to getting more people to use Linux is making it super-simple to install. Most users don't care how it works, why it works or how wonderful the coding may be. It doesn't matter how good your mousetrap is if the user is intimidated by its installation process.So based on the fact that I have recently reviewed Ubuntu 12.04 and the fact there is now a 12.10 release available I have decided to review Xubuntu 12.10 which is Ubuntu with the lightweight XFCE desktop environment.
First Impressions
The docking bar has icons to provide instant access to the most commonly used applications including a file browser, email client, terminal, settings, search tool, software center, word processor and a music player.


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Jobs axe hangs over Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro
4:30pm Monday 28th January 2013
4:30pm Monday 28th January 2013
Hundreds of highly paid jobs could be lost at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust (RCHT) as it sets out a plan for the future.
More than 770 jobs could be cut over the next five years as part of an efficiency drive, as highlighted in a report to the trust's board, due to be discussed this week.
The report suggests a number of cost-saving measures, including cutting as many as 772 jobs and giving non-medical staff training to carry out tasks previously done by medical staff.
It says that the trust will need to do things differently and "radically change" the way services are delivered.
The cost of pay at the trust is, on average, 65 per cent of income, and the trust will need to deliver substantial efficiency savings over the next five years, estimated in the report to be in the region of £50 million.
Jo Gibbs, RCHT lead for human resources said: "In the next five to ten years, the NHS will change significantly. RCHT must adapt and be flexible to meet the expectations of GP Commissioners and those patients using acute, community and specialist care services.
"'Our People Strategy' sets out how we aim to develop and shape our workforce using their talents and skills to be responsive to the health needs of people in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
"We need to plan for new treatments, new technology and care delivered in different settings - with a greater emphasis on integration and partnership with other organisations.
"The exact size and shape of the workforce is not yet clear and there will be a wide range of considerations and opportunities in the years ahead. RCHT will work in partnership with its staff and trade unions to achieve this clarity and to jointly plan.
"Currently our priority is to invest in additional midwives to match the increasing birth rate and increase the number of registered nurses on our wards to ensure our patients receive consistent, high quality care."
The report says: "It is likely that the number of people employed will reduce, reflecting the strategy to deliver care closer to home and the long term financial plan for the trust. The extent of this reduction will depend on the unit cost of employment and the extent to which services move from an acute setting delivered by RCHT or other qualified providers of healthcare.
It adds: "For the foreseeable future the increasing demands on the NHS must be met from current funding whilst at the same time quality, outcomes and patient experience are improved. This means that simply doing more of what we have always done is no longer an option. We will need to do things differently and radically change the way our services are delivered.
The report suggests that administration posts could be the focus for job losses, with non-medical staffing "projected to change significantly with reductions in administrative staff as systems and efficiencies become leaner and more streamlined"
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The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 is the closest thing that we've got this generation to a wagon version of the C350 sport sedan with which it shares its platform and 3.5-liter, V-6 engine. "But wait," you're probably saying as you look at the photos above, "isn't that a big SUV?"
I can understand your confusion; conventional wisdom dictates that crossovers are bigger than sedans, but let's take a look at the numbers. The GLK's 178.3-inch overall length, 108.5-inch wheelbase, and front and rear track are actual slightly smaller than the C-Class' measurements. Of course, the crossover is still wider by about 5 inches and taller by about 10 inches than the sedan and the whole package is at least 463 pounds heavier depending on options -- our 4Matic all-wheel-drive-equipped tester was probably slightly heavier still.
The taller GLK still fits in a C-Class sized parking spot, but has significantly more cargo room (between 23.3 cubic feet and 54.7 cubic feet, depending on whether you fold the rear seats flat), more passenger room, and a higher, more commanding view of the road.
Power and efficiency
The extra mass and taller, slightly less aerodynamic profile adds a few ticks to the 0-60 time and subtracts a few from the fuel economy estimates, but we'll come back to that momentarily.
Peek under the GLK's hood and you'll find the same 3.5-liter V-6 engine that powers the C350 Sports Sedan. This naturally aspirated mill uses direct-injection technology to attempt to optimize power and fuel efficiency. Output is estimated at 302 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque.
Torque exits the engine via a single-option seven-speed automatic transmission before heading to the wheels. Just which wheels provide motivational duties depends on which drivetrain option box you checked at the dealership. The standard configuration sends power through the rear wheels, but a $2,000 4Matic all-wheel-drive package splits power between the front and rear wheels. This is a permanent all-wheel setup with a default front-rear torque split of 45/55, but up to 70 percent of available torque can be temporarily shuffled to either axle as traction needs dictate.
The GLK's transmission lacks a manual shift mode -- there are steering-wheel paddles and its steering-column-mounted shifter only has stops for PRND -- but it does feature two shift programs, Sport and Economy. The primary difference between these modes is that one (Sport) lets the tachometer sweep closer to its redline before shifting to take advantage of the available horsepower at higher engine speeds. Sport program will also downshift more readily when asked to accelerate and, occasionally, when braking in anticipation of a turn. The other program, Economy, short-shifts every gear, hustling to top gear as quickly as reasonably allowable to keep revs low and fuel economy up.
There's also an Eco Start-Stop system system present on the GLK350 that will shut down the engine when the vehicle comes to a complete stop to prevent wasting fuel while idling. During my driving time, the system only seemed to activate when the engine was sufficiently warmed up, and the restart was smooth and effortless under most conditions. When restarting after sitting at a traffic light or stop sign, the engine would fire up in the time it took my right foot to ease from the brake to gas pedal and acceleration would resume without a hiccup. The only indicator that anything special was happening was a slight cough from the engine that you wouldn't even really hear with the windows up and audio system playing. However, when the system started repeatedly activating during a stop-and-go traffic crawl, I became aware of a slight shudder that passed through the vehicle if I didn't give the system time to do its thing. Fortunately, the button to defeat the Eco Start-Stop during conditions like that is handily located on the dashboard.
Fuel economy for our 4Matic-equipped model is estimated at 19 city mpg, 24 highway mpg, and 21 mpg combined. Skip the all-wheel drive in favor of a rear-driven model and you can add 1 mpg to the highway estimate. Those efficiency estimates aren't particularly heinous, but the middle-of-the-pack averages aren't much to get excited over either. Also factor in that Mercedes-Benz recommends that the GLK350's 17.4 gallon tank be filled with premium gasoline, which very slightly increases operating costs.
Handling and comfort
Around town, the GLK350 handles like the vertically stretched C-platformed vehicle that it is. Differences in suspension tune give the crossover a smooth ride that dulls the worst bumps. However, it's still firm enough that you don't forget that the bumps are there. A bit of that firmness is probably due to the optional 20-inch wheels (though I can't imagine that the stock 19-inchers are significantly smoother), but most of the thanks and blame should fall on the stiffly damped suspension system. The tradeoff for a slightly bumpy ride is that GLK does offer good responsiveness when dodging potholes and minimal squat and dive when accelerating or braking at intersections.
This is all assuming that you're driving like a sensible person (or at least being smooth with your inputs). Get too lead-footed with jackrabbit starts and panicked stops or saw away at the steering wheel and the GLK350's elevated center of gravity and the laws of physics will gang up on you.
The tall seating position of a crossover is a godsend for seeing over and around parked cars when easing out of blind alleys into traffic and 360-degree visibility is good thanks to the airy greenhouse and large windows. However, despite its parkable footprint, I found it difficult to spot the GLK's corners during parallel parking maneuvers. Erring on the side of caution, I'd often end up further from the curb than intended, but it would be just as easy to scuff those shiny 20-inch wheels on a high curb.


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Temple Run 2 has been downloaded more than 20 million times since its release Apple's App Store last Thursday, according to data released by developer Imangi Studios. The successful free-to-play sequel to Temple Run became the #1 Free iOS App in just six hours, and is currently the third-highest grossing app available thanks to its freemium content.
The original Temple Run was downloaded more than 170 million times on iOS and Android devices since its release in 2011. It was downloaded more than 2.5 million times on Christmas Day of 2012 as people unwrapped new devices. Here is the launch trailer for Temple Run 2 for those that missed it last week!
"The response from fans has been overwhelming," says Keith Shepherd, co-founder of Imangi. "We are thrilled players want more of the Temple Run universe, and we hope to grow and expand the game over the coming months."
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CLEVELAND (AP) -- A Cleveland city councilman has pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence and speeding.
Councilman Eugene Miller entered the plea in Cleveland Municipal Court on Monday. He was arrested about 1 a.m. Sunday in the area of Ohio 2 along the city's lakefront.
Miller, a former state representative, sent word through a city council spokesman that he would not comment on the matter.
WEWS-TV reports (http://bit.ly/TqHOg5 ) that it learned from court officials that the councilman's blood alcohol content was under the limit for drunken driving.
Information from: WEWS-TV, http://www.newsnet5.com


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The Pacific Grove City Council voted to join the dance Wednesday on a proposed water desalination plant in Moss Landing to provide an alternative to California American Water's proposed Peninsula water project.
The council, on a 5-2 vote, approved a preliminary agreement with developer Nader Agha's Moss Landing Commercial Park LLC for the city to take the initial lead on scoping out the "People's Water Project" on industrial land Agha owns.
Council members took pains to say the preliminary contract — called a "formation agreement" — doesn't bind Pacific Grove to go ahead with the estimated $129 million project.
"What we are doing is preserving our right ... that there is an alternative to the Cal Am proposal," said Councilman Ken Cuneo.
Under the deal, Agha will provide money to the city to hire independent experts to weigh the project. But the agreement doesn't commit the city to move ahead with the project should it not be what supporters trumpet it to be: a far cheaper solution to the Peninsula's long water-project search.
"I do not want to get off the train prematurely," Cuneo said.
Councilman Dan Miller, in an impassioned speech defending the move, said too little has been done in the past 17 years to deliver a new water project for the city not to take the action.
As to critics who say the agreement could pose trouble for Pacific Grove — in the form of costly litigation or putting the city over its head in water issues — Miller said the agreement "has been vetted to death."
"For the most part, it was written by the city of Pacific Grove," he said.
Councilman Robert Huitt, who dissented along with Councilman Bill Kampe, said the city should look toward regional partnerships — with the Peninsula mayors' regional water authority or the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District — to deal with the water crisis.
"I do not want to get on this train because I don't like where it is going," Huitt said.
Councilman Rudy Fischer called the preliminary contract "a remarkable agreement" that will allow the Moss Landing proposal to move ahead with other proposals.
"It's like a date where you agree to see how things go, but you don't agree to go all the way," he said.
Public testimony was divided. Supporters praised the city for moving ahead, while critics said the city should wait for more Peninsula partners.
On two other issues, the City Council veered away from a go-it-alone stance with regards to the mayors' Peninsula Regional Water Authority and the Fort Ord Reuse Authority.
The council voted 7-0 to stay in the water authority, with an estimated cost to the city this year of $45,000, and voted 5-1 to maintain representation on the FORA board, a $15,000 cost this year.
Miller cast the dissenting vote on FORA membership, saying the $15,000 could be better spent on other city needs.
Kampe, the council's FORA representative who recused himself from voting, said the recreational and environmental work done by the reuse agency is important to "a lot of our citizens."
The main argument to keep the city in the water authority was to maintain a unified front among Peninsula cities before the state Public Utilities Commission.
"We are going to have to be part of the party," Kampe said.
Huitt said the decision to be a partner with Agha on his Moss Landing proposal would make it difficult for Pacific Grove to stay a full and objective partner in the Peninsula water authority.
Larry Parsons can be reached at 646-4379 or email@example.com.


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"The First Avenger" heads to sunny San Diego...
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During WW II, frail Steve Rogers was offered a place in the militarys top-secret biological experiment, Operation: Rebirth. He was injected with an experimental super-soldier serum and emerged from the treatment with heightened endurance, strength and reaction time. With a little bit of training, Rogers soon became the country's ultimate weapon: Captain America.
Monogram's Captain America resin bust bank will be released for the San Diego Comic-Con 2011, just in time for the release of Marvel's newest film, Captain America: The First Avenger. Posed with arms firmly folded and his signature shield on his back, the SDCC Exclusive Captain America Resin Bust Bank will be limited to only 100 pieces. It will be priced at $25 and available at Monogram's Comic-Con booth.


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North Charleston police are searching for clues to a string of shootings that have left 2 women dead and a 3rd hospitalized at the Medical University of South Carolina. Police report the third woman was shot around 7pm at a home on Ventura Avenue. North Charleston police report the woman was pronounced dead inside that house. This now makes two women killed and another injured after three separate shootings within 24 hours in North Charleston Wednesday. North Charleston police also report another deadly shooting happened shortly before 5 a.m. on Niagara Street. A woman was shot to death after answering a knock at her door. A 3rd woman survived being shot at a house on Aintree Avenue in the early Wednesday morning. No word on her condition. She was reportedly transported to the MUSC.
North Charleston police have indicated if the shootings are related.


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Get an overview of this hotelSerene Beach Resort with a focus on relaxation and rejuvenation
Popular property highlights
Oceanfront resort in the heart of Miami Beach
An oceanfront sanctuary in the heart of Miami Beach, just minutes from the South Beach entertainment district, The Palms Hotel & Spa combines refined service, laid-back sophistication and beach side serenity into a destination where wellness and environmental awareness are at the center of each guest experience.
Award-winning restaurant and Aveda spa
The hotel's signature restaurant, ESSENSIA, offers local farm-to-table cuisine with unique Miami flavors on breezy covered terraces. The Lounge specializes on craft cocktails while the Tiki Bar offers casual fare and classic pool cocktails. The Palms AVEDA Spa offers a full-service salon, retail area and holistic spa treatments, delivering a highly personalized experience with rituals to awaken the senses.
Luxury bedding
Enjoy freshly renovated lobby areas with an elegant colonial flair, a lush tropical garden oasis with secluded relaxation areas, a large swimming pool and comfortable lounges, cabanas and umbrellas at the pool and beach. Rooms offer either views of the ocean, tropical gardens or the cityscape, and feature flat-screen TVs, AVEDA toiletries, coffee makers, iPod docks and luxurious bedding.
Guest Highlights
- Good location
- Beach
- Pool
- Helpful staff
- Clean guestrooms
- Overall value wasn't the best
The Palms Hotel & Spa
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Lush tropical gardens with a large heated swimming pool are home to a variety of palms and exotic flowers and provide direct beach access. On-site beach service provides for guests' every need with lounges, sun umbrellas, beach towels, and food & beverage service.
The Palms Hotel's tropical garden welcomes with a wide variety of palm trees and tropical plants, complete with pool, tiki bar, and private cabanas. The "Inspired by Nature" program focuses on environmentally conscious alternatives, constantly challenging the status quo to find greener solutions to reduce waste.
Smoking is prohibited in all indoor spaces.
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside bar
- Fitness facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Conference space
- Total number of rooms - 251
- Porter/bellhop
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour front desk
- Number of floors - 12
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Conference space size (meters) - 1
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach cabanas (surcharge)
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Smoke-free property
- Spa services on site
- Business center
- Coffee shop or café
- Television in common areas
- Full-service spa
- Hair salon
- Pool umbrellas
- Free WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Meeting rooms
- Conference space size (feet) - 8,000
- Number of meeting rooms - 9
- Garden
- Wedding services
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Valet parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Premium TV channels
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Minibar
- Designer toiletries
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Slippers
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pillowtop mattress
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Coffee/tea maker
- iPod docking station
- Daily housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Private bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Shower only
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Cable TV service
- Free WiFi
- Room service (24 hours)
- Plasma TV
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
Where to Eat
Essensia Restaurant - Natural gourmet dining with a focus on local, organic, and seasonal ingredients in a sensuous and relaxed atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Essensia Lounge - Innovative bar menu and signature cocktails made from fresh, flavorful ingredients and pure, at times organic, spirits.
The Tiki Bar - Located poolside, The Tiki Bar serves light snacks and drinks throughout the day. Open mid-morning to early evening (seasonal, weather permitting).
The Great Room - Guests can enjoy the quiet of the hotel's lobby for cocktails, tea, or coffee. Morning to late evening.
Nearby Things to Do
Lounging is the top activity at The Palms Hotel & Spa, but guests will find a variety of water-sports concessions at the beach. Two 18-hole golf courses (one public, one private) are within a 5-minute drive of the hotel (the concierge can arrange special rates and tee times).
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Snorkeling nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Golfing nearby
Spa Services
The hotel is home to The Palms Spa, an Aveda luxury beach spa and salon. The 5,000-square-foot facility features holistic treatments and rituals designed to deliver a highly personalized experience. Facilities include a series of multi-purpose rooms including a couples' suite, an indoor/outdoor relaxation area with steam room, poolside treatment cabanas, a beauty salon, an Aveda retail area, and a fitness room featuring state-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength equipment. The spa offers direct access to the hotel's pool, gardens, and beach area.
- Hot stone massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Prenatal massage
- Steam room in spa
- Couples treatment rooms
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Massages
- Facial treatments
- Body treatments
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- In-room accessibility
- Accessible bathroom
- Roll-in shower
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
- Pets not allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
- Resort fee: USD 26.75 per accommodation, per night
- Pool access
- Beach access
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
- Fitness center access
- Business center/computer access
- Newspaper
- Phone calls
- In-room safe
- In-room coffee
- Concierge/valet service
Optional extras
- Fee for full breakfast: USD 31 for adults and USD 20 for children (approximately)
- Valet parking fee: USD 41.00 per day (in/out privileges)
Hotel Name
- Palms Hotel Miami Beach
- Palms Miami Beach
- Miami The Palms
- Palms Miami
- Palms South Beach
- The Palms Hotel And Spa
- The Palms Hotel Miami Beach
- The Palms South Beach
- Palms Hotel
We should mention
Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
- The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.


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Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Flu Hitting Harder
Over the last week, the Eastern Sierra has been seeing an accelerated increase in flu activity. This is not unexpected, but heightens our concern, and should make us pay attention. We are seeing increased visits to healthcare providers, positive laboratory tests, Emergency Department visits, and hospitalizations. We have not had any deaths attributed to influenza in our area yet. In the nation, over 50% of the hospitalizations, and over 90% of the deaths have been among seniors. However, over 30 children have also died. Recent deaths in Southern California include a 4 year old who died after being taken to the Emergency Room, and a 22 year old who died after a brief hospitalization. Influenza is now considered to be widespread throughout California.
What should you do to reduce your chance of getting sick?
-Most important, get your flu shot. Good news! Recent shipments have now given us an adequate supply to meet the anticipated need. The Health Department, pharmacies, and clinics all have vaccine, even though the demand is high.
- Wash your hands frequently, especially after touching common surfaces such as doorknobs and grocery carts. Keep your hands away from your face.
- Drink plenty of fluids, eat well, get adequate rest.
What should you do if you get sick? If you think you may have the flu,
- Stay home! Do your co-workers or fellow students a favor by not giving them a gift they do not want! Stay home at least until you are fever free without medication for 24 hours.
- Cover your cough with your arm or sleeve.
- Drink plenty of fluids, treat your fever, rest.
- Call your healthcare provider if you are concerned, if your symptoms are severe or fail to improve, especially if you are at higher risk for complications (pregnant, young children, seniors, those with chronic medical conditions such as lung and heart problems, diabetes, kidney disease, immunosuppression).
- Talk to your healthcare provider about an antiviral medication like Tamiflu within 48 hours of getting sick.
- At the provider's office, follow instructions for wearing a mask and washing your hands.
- Ask all personnel interacting with you at the provider's office if they have been immunized. If they have not, request that someone work with you that has received their flu vaccine this season!


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DETROIT - A new study is backing up the findings of older research that migraine sufferers have a higher risk of developing small lesions in the brain. The new study reveals the same patterns of changes in the brain persist, especially in women.
Roughly 15 percent of people are affected by migraine headaches.
Migraine headaches can have some debilitating symptoms including headache, nausea and sensitivity of light and sound.
Lenore J. Launer, Ph.D. from the National Institute on Aging looked at a group of 435 middle aged men and women living in the Netherlands. Some in the group had migraines, others did not.
When researchers looked at the patients' migraine headache characteristics, and brain images they found those with migraines had a higher risk of small lesions in the white matter of the brain than those without migraine.
"Particularly among women, there was evidence of an increased risk of having these small white hyper-intensities on the MRI scan," said Launer.
They are called hyper-intensities because on the MRI they look very bright, however their significance is unclear.
"There was no association between having these lesions and whether or not somebody could function cognitively," said Launer.
There is also no proof the headaches cause the lesions however Launder said this really changes the game in terms of thinking that a migraine is an intermittent condition..
"To something where it's a more chronic condition where there actually is some evidence left as a result of the migraine," said Launder.
At this point, the results of the study have no clinical implications and should not change how patients and physicians manage migraine care. There was also no association between migraines and the progression of any brain lesions in men.
Local 4 medical expert Dr. Frank McGeorge said the lesions haven't been linked to anything specific like brain tumors, or stroke, but he said we do know stroke risk is higher among people with migraines with aura.
When Dr. McGeorge was asked what the bottom line is for women who suffer from migraines, he said more research is needed but this study suggests the better someone can control other medical problems like high blood pressure or diabetes the better off they'll probably be.
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Hello. Where to begin? Last week, my 56 year old mother was diagnosed with cc; a tumor was discovered on her liver while undergoing gallbladder removal. Although my mother has lived with ulcerative colitis for as long as I can remember, this was completely unexpected. The community hospital oncologist staged her at stage 4 without any explanation and said that there is no hope. Obviously, we will not be seeking treatment from him. Mom does not seem very well due to the invasive nature of the surgery. However, we have an appointment at USC-Keck on Monday. My parents and sisters live in Los Angeles while I live in the Cleveland, Ohio area. I put everything on hold and came home almost immediately. Does anyone have any advice or encouragement especially as we head into our first consultation? Thank you.


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If you can't make it to Access Day in Seattle on November 21, why not attend the UK Access User Group 2013 National Seminar at the Microsoft Thames Valley Park in Reading?
The UK Access User Group conference is presented by and for Access enthusiasts, and the fall 2013 seminar features 5 sessions on a variety of topics:
Shape Up Or Ship Out! Microsoft Access Case Study (Presenter: Paul Millennas)
Paul will show how Microsoft Access has been used at Babcock Engineering at Rosyth on £12billion worth of projects including the construction of aircraft carriers, ships and submarines.
Adding Value To Your Applications By Integrating to Accounts Software with Specific Examples
using Sage 50 (Presenter: Tony Bayliss)
Nearly every Access project includes integration, and Tony will show how this has been achieved on some of his recent projects.
The Patient Death–What Happens Next? How a Hospital Handles and Manages the Human Side of a Patient Death (Presenter: John Baker)
John will present a case study of an application used in a key area of the National Health Service.
Web Application in Access 2013 Case Study (Presenter: Alan Cossey)
Alan will take us through the stages of development of an Access 2013 web database which includes both a standard Access front end and a web UI.
The Way Forward: A Discussion Session (Presenter: Rod Gordon)
If you are asked to develop a new system in the years to come, then what technology will you use? Building on the day's presentations, Rod will lead a discussion session considering the different options available to you today and in the coming years.
Book your spot now for the fall 2013 National Seminar, and visit the UK Access User Group site for full seminar details.


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HERCULES — The city's $3 million-plus lawsuit against former city manager Nelson Oliva, his daughters and the family company is set for a court hearing Friday to determine whether it should proceed.
The lawsuit, filed originally in Contra Costa Superior Court, alleges conflict of interest and breach of fiduciary duty in the awarding of more than $3 million in city contracts to NEO Consulting Inc./Affordable Housing Solutions Group during Oliva's tenure as Hercules city manager from April 2007 to January 2011; he was assistant city manager in late 2006 and early 2007.
Hercules and its redevelopment agency first contracted with Oliva and AHSG in 2003 to run the city's affordable housing program, originally for up to $255,000 over two years. The suit asserts that Oliva, contrary to his assertions that he had divested himself of the company, did not give up control when he became city manager.
NEO held seven city contracts worth more than $1.1 million a year by the time the city terminated them in fiscal year 2010-11. The contracts covered a wide range of activities beyond managing the affordable housing program, from approving redevelopment agency-financed housing loans, mortgage bailouts and business development loans to overseeing neighborhood beautification and secure mailbox installation programs.
The city sued the Olivas and NEO in August 2011. Oliva's side argued for a change of venue to a neutral county. In February, a judge granted it — to neighboring Alameda County, at the Superior Court in Oakland.
Since then, Oliva's side has sought to dismiss the three daughters from the suit, or to dismiss the suit entirely, arguing that it is vague and lacking in specificity and that it fails to state facts sufficient for a cause of action.
A 2009 Statement of Information on file with the California Secretary of State shows Taylor Oliva, Gabrielle Oliva and Adrianna Oliva as CEO, secretary and chief financial officer of NEO. Another NEO director was Eguzki Olano, Nelson Oliva's administrative assistant at City Hall. Two of the daughters each owned 50 percent of the company, Nelson Oliva told city officials at the time. Taylor Oliva also managed the Secure Mailbox program; she worked out of a portable office next to City Hall and had a city email address.
A demurrer filed Sept. 18 by the Olivas' lawyer, Richard Ewaniszyk of Victorville, argues that the daughters cannot be sued under California Government Code Sec. 1090 because they were not public officials or public employees. Section 1090 bars public officials from having a financial interest in contracts they make in their official capacity.
The city, in a Nov. 2 brief by attorney David Trotter of Walnut Creek, opposed the demurrer, arguing that Oliva and the three daughters were alter egos of NEO, meaning there was such a strong community of interest between the corporation and its owners as to pierce the corporate veil. The defendants used NEO for the transfer and commingling of city and redevelopment agency funds and NEO profits, proceeds and assets for their own personal use and benefit, the brief states, adding, in a footnote: "NEO's bank accounts and credit cards were used as a personal piggy bank of the Olivas thereby removing the separation afforded by its status as a California corporation and exposing the Olivas to personal liability."
The father and daughters participated in making the contracts, the brief continues, adding, "They did those things fraudulently, with malice and a willful and conscious disregard of the rights and interests of Plaintiffs (i.e. they had knowledge of what they were doing)."
In a Nov. 8 reply to Trotter's brief, Ewaniszyk reiterated his previous reasons for seeking to dismiss the daughters from the suit, and argued that the complaint against Nelson Oliva fails to allege sufficient facts, including whether his 2006 assistant city manager contract and his December 2010 separation agreement were written or verbal, and that no written agreement is attached to the pleadings.
There will be a hearing on the demurrer followed by a case management conference in court Friday.
Contact Tom Lochner at 510-262-2760. Follow him at twitter.com/tomlochner


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The most effective way to detect breast cancer is by mammography, and a clinical breast exam can complement mammography screening. But medical organizations don't all agree on the recommendation for breast self-exams, which is an option for women starting in their 20s. Doctors should discuss the benefits and limitations of breast self-exam with their patients.
What Is a Breast Self-Exam?
The breast self-exam is a way that you can check your breasts for changes (such as lumps or thickenings). It includes looking at and feeling your breast. Any unusual changes should be reported to your doctor. When breast cancer is detected in its early stages, your chances of surviving the disease are greatly improved.
If you choose to do self-breast exam, follow the steps described below:
In the mirror:
Stand undressed from the waist up in front of a large mirror in a well-lit room. Look at your breasts. Don't be alarmed if they do not look equal in size or shape. Most women's breasts aren't. With your arms relaxed by your sides, look for any changes in size, shape, or position, or any changes to the skin of the breasts. Look for any skin puckering, dimpling, sores, or discoloration. Inspect your nipples and look for any sores, peeling, or change in the direction of the nipples.
Next, place your hands on your hips and press down firmly to tighten the chest muscles beneath your breasts. Turn from side to side so you can inspect the outer part of your breasts.
Then bend forward toward the mirror. Roll your shoulders and elbows forward to tighten your chest muscles. Your breasts will fall forward. Look for any changes in the shape or contour of your breasts.
Now, clasp your hands behind your head and press your hands forward. Again, turn from side to side to inspect your breasts' outer portions. Remember to inspect the border underneath your breasts. You may need to lift your breasts with your hand to see this area.
Check your nipples for discharge (fluid). Place your thumb and forefinger on the tissue surrounding the nipple and pull outward toward the end of the nipple. Look for any discharge. Repeat on your other breast.
In the shower:
Now, it's time to feel for changes in the breast. It is helpful to have your hands slippery with soap and water. Check for any lumps or thickening in your underarm area. Place your left hand on your hip and reach with your right hand to feel in the left armpit. Repeat on the other side.
Check both sides for lumps or thickenings above and below your collarbone.
With hands soapy, raise one arm behind your head to spread out the breast tissue. Use the flat part of your fingers from the other hand to press gently into the breast. Follow an up-and-down pattern along the breast, moving from bra line to collarbone. Continue the pattern until you have covered the entire breast. Repeat on the other side.
Lying down:
Next, lie down and place a small pillow or folded towel under your right shoulder. Put your right hand behind your head. Place your left hand on the upper portion of your right breast with fingers together and flat. Body lotion may help to make this part of the exam easier.
Think of your breast as a face on a clock. Start at 12 o'clock and move toward 1 o'clock in small circular motions. Continue around the entire circle until you reach 12 o'clock again. Keep your fingers flat and in constant contact with your breast. When the circle is complete, move in one inch toward the nipple and complete another circle around the clock. Continue in this pattern until you've felt the entire breast. Make sure to feel the upper outer areas that extend into your armpit.
Place your fingers flat and directly on top of your nipple. Feel beneath the nipple for any changes. Gently press your nipple inward. It should move easily.


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Main Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Eating Disorders | Resource Guide
Anorexia Nervosa
If you have this disorder, you see yourself as overweight even though you are dangerously thin. The process of eating becomes an obsession. You develop unusual eating habits, such as avoiding food and meals, picking out a few foods and eating these in small quantities, or carefully weighing and portioning food. You may repeatedly check your body weight and engage in other techniques to control your weight, such as intense and compulsive exercise or purging. Purging can be done by vomiting or by abusing laxatives, enemas, and diuretics. Girls with anorexia often experience a delayed onset of their first menstrual period. Your height may also be lower than it should.
Symptoms of anorexia nervosa may include:
The course and outcome of anorexia nervosa varies among people. Some recover fully after a single episode, some have a pattern of weight gain and relapse, and others have the illness over many years.
Bulimia Nervosa
In bulimia, binge-eating episodes are followed by purging or exercise. Therefore, you may weigh within the normal range for your age and height. However, like individuals with anorexia, you may fear gaining weight, desire to lose weight, and feel intensely dissatisfied with your body. You may binge and purge in secrecy, feeling disgusted and ashamed when you binge, yet relieved after you purge.
Behavioral symptoms include:
Physical symptoms include:
Bulimia can lead to other problems including:
Symptoms of these complications include:
Binge Eating Disorder
If you have binge eating disorder, you experience frequent episodes of out-of-control eating along with the same binge eating symptoms as those with bulimia. The main difference is that you do not purge. Therefore, you may be overweight for your age and height. Feelings of self-disgust and shame associated with this illness can lead to recurrent binging.
Symptoms include:
Anorexia nervosa. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: http://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T114614/Anorexia-nervosa. Updated November 19, 2015. Accessed October 6, 2016.
Bulimia nervosa. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: http://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T114924/Bulimia-nervosa. Updated June 8, 2016. Accessed October 6, 2016.
Eating disorders. National Institute of Mental Health website. Available at: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/eating-disorders/index.shtml. Updated February 2016. Accessed May 18, 2016.
General information. National Eating Disorders Association website. Available at: http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/general-information. Accessed May 18, 2016.
Last reviewed May 2016 by Michael Woods, MD
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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There are few bands for which I have actual antipathy. Generally, if I don't like a band, no problem; I don't listen to them, I don't think about them, carry on wayward sons.
One of the bands that I do have a genuine dislike for is Journey (probably thanks to my brother.) And these I think we just had a Journey moment insurance commericals are killing me. I'm watching the BTT via ESPN streaming and apparently they have to show this commercial x amount of times per hour. I can't hit the mute button fast enough.
Thanks for letting me vent (and apologies to Journey fans/LG33 - nothing personal.)


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It Sounds LogicalTrivia brain teasers have some element of trivia in them, but they are not just pure trivia questions.
With four fundamentals to my being,
I am named after my father and reside 'down under'.
I was born in 1958 and each year I become one year older.
I can be gold, I can be silver, and I can be bronze as well.
I appear in public once a year by helping to celebrate the industry I am associated with.
What am I?
AnswerThe Logie Award.
The Logie Awards are the Australian television industry awards, which have been presented annually since 1958. They are the approximate Australian equivalent of the Emmy Awards. Renamed by Graham Kennedy after he won the first 'Star Of The Year award', the name 'Logie' awards honours John Logie Baird who invented the television. Awards are given in four main categories, but the most widely-publicised award (if not necessarily the most prestigious) is the Gold Logie, which is awarded to the 'most popular personality on Australian television'.
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Ethan Hedeen Stars in THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER at Paul's Players, 11/16-18
Some 23-year old actors would be daunted by the prospect of portraying a cranky middle-aged man. But Ethan Hedeen is unfazed by his role as SheriDan Whiteside in Paul's Players upcoming production of the classic comedy The Man Who Came to Dinner.
"I've never played my true age in any role," says the Livonia native and graduate of the musical theater program at Western Michigan University. Hedeen, who already has more the 20 theatrical productions under his belt, says that playing an older person "takes a certain mindset. I just have to be careful not to overdo it!"
Hedeen is not the youngest cast member in the show, which runs November 16, 17, and 18 at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. That distinction belongs to Bernard Pagarigan, a 17-year-old senior at Franklin High School. The multi-generational cast also features Livonia residents Rachel Kain, Katie Frame, Rebecca Roberts, Rachel Harkness, and Ginny Hurst, as well as Richard Hutchison from Royal Oak and Karen Curtsinger from Canton.
Working with actors from a wide range of ages and backgrounds is one of the things Hedeen most appreciates about community theater. "I grew up in a theater family," he says, referring to his parents who are both active participants in local theater groups. "I love watching people get the acting bug."
Hedeen caught the bug in seventh grade when he participated in a comedy workshop at Second City. His interest in musical theater peaked during his years at Churchill High School, where he was involved in both the all school vocal music and CAPA programs.
He plans to base his adult career in comedy, and hopes to return to Second City as soon as the opportunity arises.
Playing SheriDan Whiteside - an acid-tongued theater critic from New York City who wreaks havoc on a midwestern family when forced to recuperate in their home - gives Hedeen a chance to refresh his comedy skills. "Where else but community theater could I get an opportunity like this?" he say. "Playing a leading role this far out of my age range is a great challenge and a lot of fun."
The Man Who Came to Dinner runs November 16 and 17, 2012, at 7:30 p.m., and November 18, 2012, at 2:00 p.m., at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 27475 Five Mile Road, Livonia. Tickets are $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for children 12 and under. To reserve tickets, call 248.347.4134, or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Paul's Players is a community theater group based in Livonia, Michigan, and housed in St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, 27475 Five Mile Road. The group was founded in 2011 by Patricia Hutchison, a retired Livonia Public School music and drama teacher. Its mission is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to participate in drama and musical theater. Now entering it's second full year, the group's most recent production was held in July 2012, and was a musical workshop of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat featuring a cast of 30, ranging in age from 5 to 50, and coming from seven different communities in the metropolitan area. Other productions during their 2011-2012 season included Remember When, a salute to veterans of World War II, a musical review, Love Notes, featuring local actors/singers Allison Boufford and Jason Wilhoite. Each year in June, Paul's Players also sponsors Broadway Bound, a musical theater camp for middle school students.
Also coming up for the 2012-2013 season are the musical Quilters, and Jerry Smith, Family and Friends, an evening of musical entertainment, featuring long time Livonia educator and musician Jerry Smith, and members of his musical family.


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Topic: QUESTION ON CA-19-9 LEVELS
Hi everyone, it's me again with another question- you all have been an invaluable source of info for me!
Anyway, from what I have read the CA 19-9 level is a level based on protein shed by cancer cells. This is what my husband's levels have been and wanted your opinions on them -
When he first got diagnosed this past December: 174
January: 445
February: 620
April: 448 (this drop was after he started chemo so I was thinking the chemo was working???
Then last week, after they had to reduce his chemo drugs due to him not tolerating them well enough (in the hospital for 11 days.....) it jumped to 1400.
Of course, I'm freaking out seeing as it went down by 200 points, now up by 1000! My first thought is, now that they have reduced the dosages of his Taxol, Carboplatin and Xeloda, they aren't strong enough to do anything to the cancer and it's growing and spreading.
We see the oncologist next week THursday so of course, I will be asking him about all of this, but I value all of the experience and knowledge you all have too.
Any info you can give I would appreciate.
Thank you.