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Izalco Max
Uncompromising high-end racing bike
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Uncompromising high-end racing bike
High-end now has a name: the IZALCO MAX is your high performance partner for the road. You have your sights set on victory and you want the ultimate bike on which to claim it. An unbelievably lightweight carbon frame, exceptional rigidity and topped of with our most sophisticated technology. No wonder that pro riders swear by the IZALCO MAX. Professional equipment for you.
The new road bike magazine "Gran Fondo" has been asking the question whether racing bikes with disc brakes really provide added value in comparison with conventional racing bikes. "The initial scepticism of some of the testers soon wore off" – thanks to the FOCUS IZALCO MAX Disc Red. It was particularly well received due to its quick and sporty performance and its harmonious overall concept. Read more
After putting the Izalco MAX Ultegra on their F*#K IT LIST, Bicycling magazine elected it as one of the best road bikes of 2016 within their Editor's Choice Awards. Luis Mazzante of the editor team was overwhelmed by the ride quality of the Izalco MAX frameset. Read more
Editor Russel Jones of New Zealand Road Cyclist magazine had a discussion with himself about the FOCUS IZALCO Disc. The outcome? A little love poem … All this aside, perhaps the true testament to this Izalco Max is the fact I've put in a shed load of miles on it, just because I wanted to, felt the need to. This bike, just like its caliper counterpart, simply makes you want to find an excuse to go and get out there, run amuck amongst the hills, lay it out on the flats and push your limits on every descent. It feels like a proper road bike should; and I never want to give it back - again. Read more
The new road bike magazine "Gran Fondo" has been asking the question whether racing bikes with disc brakes really provide added value in comparison with conventional racing bikes. "The initial scepticism of some of the testers soon wore off" – thanks to the FOCUS IZALCO MAX Disc Red. It was particularly well received due to its quick and sporty performance and its harmonious overall concept. Read more
The IZALCO MAX is designed as a racing bike for professional riders. It is extremely lightweight and has a very high level of stiffness.
Staking its claim in the ultimate lightweight category, the frame of our Izalco Max weighs just 750 grams.
The numerous successes of our UCI World Tour teams at the ultimate stage road race are testament to the prowess of the Izalco Max.
The high-tech Izalco Max sets new standards as the lightest frame on the market to feature disc brakes.
The tapered head tube increases the headset stiffness while also reducing the steering weight.
R.A.T. stands for Rapid Axle Technology. This is the first thru-axle system to combine the stability and lateral stiffness of a floating axle with extremely fast wheel changes. The patented system is available for all road bike and cyclocross models with disc brakes, as well as on our race MTBs FOCUS O1E and Raven.
Pressfit 30 combines the benefits of the BB30 and Pressfit bottom brackets. Pressfit 30 features a preassembled seal in the cups to further prolong the bearing life.
To ensure that all bike sizes offer the same level of quality, all frame sizes on offer are designed individually. This Stable Stiffness Per Size (SSPS) production method ensures that all sizes provide the perfect ratio of weight to stiffness.
Thanks to ongoing checks and the use of the latest manufacturing methods, we can offer the very best carbon quality with a long service life. For this reason, we can offer a 6-year manufacturer's warranty on all FOCUS carbon frames and forks.
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John Lewis Putz, 93, a resident of Los Altos Hills and Los Altos for 45 years, died peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 12th, surrounded by his family. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, John was raised in Spooner, Wisconsin where he grew up on his family's farm, attending elementary school in a one room school house. Upon graduation from high school he enrolled in the University of Wisconsin, where he received a Bachelor's degree and lettered in fencing. After serving as a Communication Officer for the Army in the Pacific during WWII he moved to California to attend graduate school at Stanford University.
It was there that he met his future wife, Mary Ann Bardin from Salinas. They were married in 1947 and he received his Doctorate of Engineering degree in 1951. The couple remained in Palo Alto raising their four children while John worked at General Electric and then Varian Associates for 31 years. He was a leader in early Silicon Valley electronics specializing in microwave vacuum tubes. He attained the position of Senior Scientist and was awarded several patents on microwave tube designs. Even past retirement he continued working in the industry with Varian, training and consulting well into his seventies. After Mary Ann's passing in 1984, he was lucky to find a wonderful companion in Ethel Middleton, and they spent many years traveling together. Throughout his life John shared his love of music with his family, teaching them the ukulele, banjo, mandolin and guitar, and there are many fond memories of nights filled with singing folk and "hootenanny" songs with his children and grandchildren. After retirement and up until his last days he continued to follow his passion for science by developing computer programs as a hobby. John is pre-deceased by his wife of 37 years, Mary Ann Putz, and survived by his four children, Christine Patton (Richard) of Santa Cruz, Bradley Putz of Sonora, Sandy Lynn of Eureka and Steven Putz (Laurie) of Santa Clara, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be greatly missed. A private family service is planned.

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In a move that effectively kills the Knicks' chances of landing Steve Nash , the Toronto Raptors have reached a verbal agreement with New York's restricted free-agent guard Landry Fields. Fields will sign the three-year deal, worth close to $20 million, after the NBA's moratorium period ends on July 11, ESPN.com's Marc Stein reports. The Knicks will have three days to match the offer (UPDATE: a source tells Sporting News Nash-to-Knicks is still a possibility).
Fields was the trade chip the Knicks wanted to use in a deal with the Phoenix Suns for Nash, but, as noted by ESPN.com's Chad Ford, New York cannot match the offer sheet for Fields and then use him in a sign-and-trade. Toronto "essentially paid $20 million to knock Knicks out of running for Nash," Ford tweets.
While a sign-and-trade for Nash between the Knicks and Suns was already "on life support," Fields' agreement with Raptors may have "killed it," a source tells CBS Sports' Ken Berger.
The National Post's Bruce Arthur writes that for the Raptors, the Fields deal is "all about Nash. This is (GM) Bryan Colangelo throwing everything he's got to get one guy. All-in."


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Report: Rodgers likely to miss 4-6 weeks
Posted by Mike Florio on November 6, 2013, 11:01 AM EST
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On last nights edition of Pro Football Talk on NBCSN, we addressed the expected duration of Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers absence due to a broken collarbone, given ESPN has reported that Rodgers is expected to miss three weeks.
Though I admitted that Im neither a doctor nor play one on TV nor stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night or ever (there goes the potential Holiday Inn Express endorsement), I have access to Google and Google tells me the expected healing time for a fractured collarbone is 4-6 weeks.
Mike Garafolo of FOX Sports has subsequently reported that Rodgers is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.
While NFL players often display the ability to heal faster than non-athletes, the ability of human bones to heal doesnt vary much based on profession or fitness level.
So 4-6 weeks it is, and the real question is whether Rodgers can be ready a few days short of four weeks, so that he can play on Thanksgiving when the Packers visit the Lions.
In an unrelated development, FOX has delivered a case of calcium supplements to Rodgers.


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The Alex Rodriguez debacle is getting to the point where his involvement in the Biogenesis scandal is the side show to larger issues between the superstar third baseman and the New York Yankees.
Speaking on Mike Francesa's WFAN radio show Wednesday afternoon, Dr. Michael Gross, chief of orthopedics at Hackensack Medical Center in New Jersey, said he examined A-Rod and found no quad strain. This, of course, directly contradicts what the Yankees are saying. Team physician Dr. Chris Ahmad diagnosed the rehabbing slugger with a Grade 1 (mild) strain, which kept Rodriguez from joining the big-league club in Texas to start this week.
MORE: A-Rod reportedly will fight any MLB suspension
If Gross' diagnosis is accurate and if A-Rod doesn't have an injury that would keep him off the field, it would seem to confirm the rumors that the team doesn't want the controversial star around. This, despite the fact that the Yankees are severely hurting at third base; Luiz Cruz had started 10 of the past 14 games at the hot corner, but he went on the disabled list Wednesday afternoon. David Adams, a rookie who has hit .190 in 35 games in the majors this season, was called up to take Cruz's place.
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman on Wednesday evening issued an icy statement in which he referred to A-Rod several times as "Mr. Rodriguez" and said that Rodriguez violated baseball's collective bargaining agreement.
DAILY NEWS: Teammates sick of the constant drama
"Contrary to the Basic Agreement, Mr. Rodriguez did not notify us at any time that he was seeking a second opinion from any doctor with regard to his quad strain," Cashman said in the statement (via The Star-Ledger of Newark, N.J.) "
Cashman added that the team will re-evaluate Rodriguez on Thursday in Tampa, Fla. He said the team's goal is "to return him to the lineup as soon as he is medically capable of doing so."
Rodriguez's choice of Gross also may cost him in his ongoing battle with Major League Baseball as it investigates whether Rodriguez used performance-enhancing drugs.
The New York Daily News reported that MLB will expand its investigation of Rodriguez now that he has aligned himself with Gross.
According to the Daily News, Gross was reprimanded by New Jersey's attorney general and fined $30,000 in February for "failing to adequately ensure proper patient treatment involving the prescribing of hormones including steroids, at Active Health and Wellness Center LLC," a clinic Gross operates. Gross also was ordered to complete an ethics course.
Gross told SportsNet New York that the reprimand was not related to Rodriguez and that Rodriguez has never been a patient of the clinic.
Rodriguez's rehab stint included stops with four teams—Class A, Class A-advanced, Class AA and Class AAA—over 13 games. He hit .200 with a pair of homers and a .625 OPS.
The Yankees opened play Wednesday seven games behind the Boston Red Sox in the American League East and 3 1/2 games out of the second wild-card spot.
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All season long Chapelboro.com's "Hoop It Up" will be republishing select excerpts from Return To The Top on the 20th Anniversary of Dean Smith's 2nd NCAA title season in 1993. Check back on Monday of each week for the next RTTT.
By Scott Cherry, UNC '93
It was almost 7 p.m. when we boarded the bus outside the Charlotte Coliseum after losing to Georgia Tech in the final of the ACC Tournament. Everyone was down about the game. We felt we had the better team – we'd won two earlier games by a 24-point total – but without Derrick Phelps playing, we just weren't quite in sync. Winning the tournament had been one of our goals for the season and now it was gone.
The loss was particularly disappointing personally because, with Derrick out, it was up to the other point guards to overcome his absence. We all played hard and did some good things, but obviously not enough to win. Plus, Georgia Tech played a tremendous game. James Forest was like a house afire (27 points, 10 rebounds) and we couldn't cool him off. They won 77-75.
The loss hammered home the fact that injuries are a part of the game; that maybe Derrick might not get back at all after getting hurt in the semifinals against Virginia. That meant everybody would have to pick up his intensity, renew his dedication toward his ultimate goal of winning the NCAA championship. We had to rebound harder, play defense tougher, work to get more open on the offensive end. Whether Derrick came back or not, we simply had to be more focused. Winning the ACC regular season title and 28 games meant nothing now. The bright spot of losing was that Georgia Tech had given us another wake-up call.
As we settled into our seats, some of us turned on our radios and little TVs, and we started to pick up on the pairings for the NCAAs. The mood lightened. We ate pizza and began to look ahead. Just as our heads would have come off a high had we won, we starting pulling them out of the dumps and directing our thoughts toward winning six more games.
We figured we'd still get the No. 1 seed in the East and open in Winston-Salem, and the rumor was we'd play East Carolina. That's exactly what happened. We looked around to see where the other ACC teams were going. Virginia, also in the East, was the only other ACC team we could meet before the Final Four. By the time we got back to Chapel Hill, the loss was a thing of the past. Coach Guthridge told us to take Monday off and be ready to go back to work Tuesday. "This is still a special team," he said. "Great things will still happen if we pull together and work hard."
Coach Smith stressed that we're not playing in a 64-team NCAA field – rather we're playing in a four-team weekend tournament that we have to win. If we win this one, we can play another one. As we gathered for practice on Tuesday, there were only four teams left in the world as far as we were concerned: Carolina, East Carolina, Rhode Island and Purdue. Our job was to go to Winston-Salem and prevail over two of those teams.
With two good performances, we expected to win both of our games, but we never dreamed we'd have as easy a time as we did, beating East Carolina 85-65 and Rhode Island 112-67. Both teams looked good on tape, and both had to have some good wins to get where they were. East Carolina was difficult to shake. You could see how fired up there were, getting a chance to play us, and they were hot from outside in the first half. But we had too much height and fire power and we got a good win to open the tournament.
There was one moment in the East Carolina game that gave us a scare. Derrick hadn't practice all week after suffering a badly bruised tailbone in his fall against Virginia. He was wearing a protective pad and in the second half East Carolina had a breakaway layup, and Derrick was the only man back on defense. We were kind of saying to ourselves on the bench, "Let him go, Derrick, let him go." But he stood right in there, took a charge and went sprawling on his back side. We held our breath for a minute but Derrick got right up.
The Rhode Island game was one of the strangest I've ever been around. I thought it would be a tough game. But we dominated so much early that they were totally taken out of it mentally. You could see it in the eyes of their point guard. Every time he came down court he was waiting to get trapped. No one wanted the ball. They missed some open shots around the basket because they were so worried about our height advantage. Some of the guys said at halftime they were saying things on the foul line like, "You guys are good," and "Take it easy on us."
We loved the big lead on the bench because the starters came out early in the second half and the rest of us got some quality minutes in an NCAA Tournament game. That was a lot of fun. I wasn't about to give the tired signal and risk coming out. You could hear the fans having a good time cheering for us.
NEXT: Cherry on a healthy Phelps and the East Regional at the Meadowlands.


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I have only been playing 9 months and I am just starting to play well and now I can't play at all because of my elbow.
I'm 49 years old, RHBH.
Before this started (about 3 weeks ago) I had been having shoulder issues. I wasn't sure if my shoulder pain was due to DG or just because of age, mileage, etc... I now think it was DG because as soon as my shoulder started feeling better my elbow started hurting. This suggests to me that I was doing something wrong with my throw that was hurting my shoulder and I have changed something in my throw that now causes elbow pain. It feels a lot like hyper-extension except that it actually hurts more on the back side of my elbow just above the funny bone. I took 9 days off and when I threw today at lunch it was the same. First drive, BAM (ouch). I can throw soft approach shots no problem but as soon as I put any semi-serious force on it hurts. I'm talking even trying to throw around 225ft. Under that, fine (no run-up). Anything over that hurts.
I suspect that I am "strong-arming" my throws and need to stop but I have no idea how.
I have tried altering my throw but that doesn't help either.
I am not sure if this is an injury from a single bad throw that I keep aggravating or if it's symptom of bad throwing technique altogether.
I am starting to worry that I will have to give up DG and that would seriously suck major ass.
I am going to try a longer break (3 weeks or so (GRRR)) to see if that helps.
Any suggestions are welcome.


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Don't miss out on a lower price on this hotel
Get an overview of this hotelTranquil Barbados adults only boutique beach resort
Popular property highlights
Quiet privacy
This tranquil, couples-oriented, Barbados beach resort is designed with the ambience of a private residence and does not accept children under 18.
Service defines the experience here, and the team of Service Ambassadors anticipates and tends to your every need. Think of them as your assistant, receptionist, bellman, concierge, waiter, and friend, all-in-one.
Marble bathrooms
Newly refurbished rooms include contemporary furnishings, luxury bedding, and French doors opening to private balconies. Renovated bathrooms feature rainfall showers and jetted tubs.
Guest Highlights
- Good location
- Beach
- Breakfast
- Helpful staff
- Overall room comfort
The House by Elegant Hotels - Adults Only
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Hotel Amenities
Personal Ambassadors greet couples arriving at this tranquil adults-only beach resort with fruit smoothies, and explain how the 24-hour service operates. A covered deck serves as a lobby and a venue for a daily complimentary Champagne breakfast buffet, high tea, and nightly cake and Port wine. Daphne's, a counterpart of the London restaurant, serves modern Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner. The cocktail lounge is open 24 hours-a-day.
In addition to the private white-sand beach and pool, guests at this Barbados resort have access to complimentary watersports equipment at a partner resort, 91 meters (100 yards) away. Beach towels are provided. Guests receive a complimentary 30-minute "jet lag" massage on the beach or in their suites. A full-service spa offers aromatherapy treatments, reflexology, waxing and various types of massage (every day except Sunday, surcharges apply). Guests can also stay on track with a 24-hour fitness facility.
An air-conditioned library has a computer and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Wireless Internet access in the public areas is also complimentary. There are business facilities including audiovisual equipment, banquet facilities, a 24-hour business center, catering, and secretarial services available. Free outdoor parking and tours/ticket assistance are provided.
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- 24-hour fitness facilities
- Free WiFi
- Beach umbrellas
- Full-service spa
- 24-hour front desk
- Number of floors - 3
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Free breakfast
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Library
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Total number of rooms - 34
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant
- Free beach cabanas
- 24-hour business center
- Free self parking
- Spa services on site
- Spa tub
- Outdoor pool
- Wedding services
- Free use of nearby fitness center
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Bathrobes
- Private bathroom
- Individually decorated
- DVD player
- Cable TV service
- Ceiling fan
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free toiletries
- Desk
- Hair dryer
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room massage available
- Free WiFi
- Minibar
- Patio
- Premium bedding
- Shower/tub combination
- Slippers
- Turndown service
- Room service (24 hours)
Where to Eat
Complimentary English-style Champagne buffet breakfast is provided each morning in the lounge, and includes a fresh-egg station with cooked-to-order eggs and omelets. Other items may include cold meats, bacon, baked beans, corned-beef hash, fish cakes, cheese platters, yogurts, juices, fresh fruit, and croissants and other breakfast breads. Complimentary high tea is served each afternoon, complimentary appetizers are served each evening, and complimentary freshly baked cake and Port wine are served at night.
Daphne's - Counterpart of Daphne's London. Open-air beachfront restaurant featuring natural woods, woven screens connected to the resort by covered walkway. Modern Italian cuisine and fine wines. Lunch and dinner; closed Mondays June through November.
Lite-bite lunch - Served beachside. Cold dishes, fresh fruit, and cheese platters.
Lobby lounge - 24 hour bar service available.
Room service - Available 24 hours.
Nearby Things to Do
The resort's beach is furnished with umbrellas, cabanas, canvas shades, and cushioned lounge chairs. A 2-level pool complex surrounded by cushioned lounge chairs features a jetted section at the top level, and a main section shaped like a scallop shell below a small waterfall. A complimentary fitness center includes a treadmill, stationary bike, stair machine, and free weights. Yoga classes are available on site.
Guests at The House by Elegant Hotels have complimentary use of watersports equipment at the hotel's partner resort, Tamarind Cove, 91 meters (100 yds) away. Equipment includes snorkeling gear, boogie boards, windsurfers, kayaks, and small sailboats. Water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, and banana boating are also complimentary. Complimentary scuba-diving demonstrations are provided in the resort's pool.
Independent operators on the beach offer personal watercraft, parasailing, and glass-bottom-boat trips. The resort's watersports center transports guests 1.5 km (1 mile) away to a dive center for scuba-diving instruction and excursions (surcharges).
Guests enjoy preferred tee times at the exclusive Royal Westmoreland Country Club, with a world-class championship 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Kayaking on site
- Rowing or canoeing on site
- Sailing on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Surfing/boogie boarding on site
- Water skiing on site
- Windsurfing on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
- Segway rental/tour nearby
Spa Services
- Facial treatments
- Massages on beach
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Massages
- Hot stone massage
- Prenatal massage
- Reflexology
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Body treatments
Hotel Policies
Minimum check-in age is 16
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
- No pets or service animals allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.


text: Your Chicago Auto Show December 29, 2009 12:00 AM You hear enough about the Chicago Auto Show, now it's your turn to tell us a story. A lot of people have already shared great Chicago Auto Show memories with us, and we want to hear more of them. So dig out the box of 35mm slides and Betamax tapes and get ready for a drive down memory lane. Ask your parents if they've got any good stories. Heck, ask your grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and the rest of your family while you're at it, because if we use your story in our display at the Chicago Auto Show, we'll send you a pair of free tickets to the show. Yes, you read correctly. If we like your story enough to make it part of our history display at the Chicago Auto Show in February, we'll send you two free tickets, good for admission any day of the show. Think up your favorite Chicago Auto Show memories, write them down, and send them to email@example.com . If you have slides, pictures, or other physical media, we'll be happy to copy them and return the originals, just send an email and we'll work out the details. Here are a few examples to get you going. Probably the Chicago Auto Show that was most memorable was 1964. I had been attending since the 1961 show, but it was the first one I would cover for the newspaper I worked for, the Milwaukee Sentinel. At the time I had no knowledge of press previews and plans were made to attend the show on the opening Saturday. My girlfriend at the time, who had absolutely no interest in automobiles, agreed to go along if I would do penance by following her through seemingly every floor of every department store on State Street. That completed, I drove to the first McCormick Place in my new 1964 Rambler American 440 hardtop I was so proud of. Once in the show, we toured the various displays, which I devoured while she stared at the ceiling, or somewhere where there were no new cars to look at. Then we came to the American Motors display. On a turntable was the Rambler Tarpon show car, based on the 1964 American. I thought it was neat, considering my new ride.She, on the other hand, gushed that it was the neatest car she ever saw. When I was ready to move on, she was not. She had to look at the Tarpon from every angle and wouldn't stop talking about it…this from someone up to this time that felt cars were invisible. During the tour of the remaining displays, she insisted we return to see the Tarpon again. After finishing my tour, we had to look one more time. On the ride home I tried to impress her that my American was the same basic car as the Tarpon. It didn't register. I wrote my review and of course had to mention the Tarpon. The 1964 show was months ahead of the introduction of the Ford Mustang and Plymouth Barracuda, the latter a fastback mounted on the Valiant compact, not unlike the Tarpon. With favorable reviews, the brain trust at American Motors decided to mount the Tarpon styling on the larger Classic body and call it the Marlin, a mid-year 1965 model. Neither my girlfriend nor the buying public was impressed and the Marlin was not a success. Phil H. Milwaukee, Wis. Since 1976, I have traveled every year to Chicago from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, to view and photograph the new cars at the Chicago Auto Show. In 1981, I and friend Ric Lieberman drove to the show in Ric's brand-new Renault 18i. During the show, we stopped at the Renault exhibit to listen to the spokeswoman give her presentation on a silver-and-black 18i. Ric and I talked with her about Renaults for about 15 minutes, and found her to be very knowledgeable. Her name was Lane. She had two children and ran a motel with her husband. Next year, Ric and I were touring the show and spotted Lane demonstrating the new Renault Fuego. She announced to the crowd that she recognized two gentlemen from the year before. This made us feel about nine feet tall. Our mutual friendship went on for six years. Lane always recognized and welcomed us to the show. The last time we saw Lane was in 1987, demonstrating Toyota trucks. One year, I took a photo of Lane next to a Renualt Alliance. A year later, I brought the photo to the show to be autographed. On the border, Lane wrote, "Dear Tom 'Friendly' kind people spread warmth and relate to even strangers as human beings. You have a wonderful personality. May you always enjoy people as they enjoy you! Good Luck, Lane" Tom P. Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Back to News


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pjoseph wrote:I am familiar with Phenomenalism and it is not of much help when it comes to qualia.
In fact Western Philosophy of Mind has come to a dead halt before the so called "qualia problem," viz. Joe Levine's "explanatory gap" and Chalmers "hard problem" (among others).
My hope was/is that Buddhist writings on this topic could open an alternate approach to this "qualia problem."
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SANTA ANA – Police are seeking a man in connection with a kidnap-for-robbery and stalking case involving a security guard who authorities said pretended to be a police officer.
Jose Fernando Paredes, 26, a guard for an Anaheim Hills security company, and Rosa Tinoco, 36, who encouraged the robbery, remain in custody after being arrested earlier in February, online jail records show.
Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna said Paredes and Tinoco were arrested on suspicion of robbery, kidnapping with intent of robbery and stalking.
Police are seeking the public's help in locating another man, who is also believed to be a security guard. He was described as a 20-year-old Latino, about 5-foot-6 and about 170 pounds.
The robbery occurred Dec. 4, when Paredes and the other man approached Tinoco's ex-boyfriend near a catering truck, Bertagna said.
As the victim was walking back to his apartment, he was confronted by Paredes and the other man, who were dressed like detectives, Bertagna said. The men reportedly had badges on their chests and carried batons. Paredes was equipped with replica firearms, police said.
The men called the victim by name and told him they were Ontario police detectives, Bertagna said.
Bertagna said Paredes and the other man then grabbed the ex-boyfriend and took him to another location, where they took his cellphone and money and assaulted him.
The victim called police after the men fled, police said.
While the investigation is continuing, Bertagna said Tinoco also persuaded Paredes to follow the ex-boyfriend to work. As he was being followed, he recognized the 2007 Dodge Charger that Paredes drove, Bertagna said.
Bertagna said there may be additional victims and encouraged anyone with information to call Santa Ana police at 714-245-8545 or leave anonymous tips to OC Crime Stoppers at 1-855-847-6227.
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4 BR Apartment in Causeway Bay!!!
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침실 수4
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This is a full furnished private apartment with 4 bedrooms, 1 kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with shower. The flat has just recently been renovated with cozy furniture and equipment. It is the perfect location for you to stay in Causeway Bay District. It is just 10 minute away from Times Square.
Accommodate up to 12 persons
Location – Locates in the heart of Causeway Bay District. You can explore the whole Causeway Bay in just a footstep away. Causeway Bay MTR is just 1 min away. You can easily access to anything you need, such as local Chinese restaurants, fine dining, shopping, groceries & local fresh market, drink in just few minutes away. The distance to major landmarks and attractions indicate below:
5 min walk to Causeway Bay MTR station
10 min walk to Times Square
5 min walk to Sogo / Victoria Park
15 min walk to the Hong Kong Coliseum
5 min tram / MTR to Hong Kong Exhibition Center
30 min by bus to Stanley Market
Apartment Security: the flat is only accessible by tenant access Chubb-card. It has lift from Ground-floor to the Flat, no need to carry your luggage up the stairs.
High-Speed Broadband Internet WIFI
Air Conditioning in all the rooms and living room
Washing Machine
Kitchen with stove, and basic cookery
Initial Deposit: US$359
House keeping and cleaning service: Prior to your Check-in, the flat will be cleaned and replaced by clean Bed Sheets. If you require Additional Cleaning Service / Bed Sheets replacement during your stay, costs USD$39 per visit
숙소규정Security deposit: US$359
Strictly no smoking & no pets allowed, please.
Please help to save our environment, turn off any electric appliances when not in use.
Do take good care of this flat as you would to your own home, enjoy it.
For hygienic sake, regret we do not provide towels, please bring your own ones.
No illegal / immoral use in the apartment.
Please note the checkout time is set at 12 noon as we will need to prepare for the next guest.
Thank you very much for your cooperation and understandings.
|Weekly rate for up to 12 guests
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|Monthly rate for up to 12 guests
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Für Hong Kong ist die Unterkunft OK.
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Small apartment indeed, actually only one room with integrated shower/toilet area, but space is precious in Hongkong and the apartment is really very new and nicely furnished. In addition, the location is great, in plain center of the traditional quarter of Wan Chai close to many shops, transportation possibilities and the Southern Playground which is good for relaxation in the middle of a bustling city. So we enjoyed our stay once we got used to the smallness of the place.
Wendy was good host, her staff were all friendly and helped a lot
Had a little confusion on apartments, a Then Wendy put me up in large apartment for the night, whilst I viewed other places of hers to rent long term
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A last minute change of the contact telephonenumber, caused to some difficulties to get access to the appartement. After I arrived in Hon Kong - I tried to get in contact with Wendy at the phonenumber that I was given after booking - but without any luck. I had to go to the nearest bar to get free WiFi - and then I found out that Wendy had sent me a new contact number - to her caretaker for the appartment. This was not a very good start after a 17 hrs. airtravel. Please take notice of this Wndy for future guests. Having said that, the room was OK and the standard was to my requirements. Great service by caretaker Asia. Helge - Norway
I had a very comfortable stay in the apartment.
As stated, the apartments are totally renovated, and in good taste.
Since the other apartments were vacant, I was able to see each of them
Apartment #2 is quite small, but totally sufficient for my needs. Plenty of storage drawer and shelf space.
Apartment is a bit bigger, and the feel of it is much more comfortable that #2.
Apartment 3 and 4 each have a large window, and are vert bright and sunny.
In the future, I would suggest paying a bit more, to be able to rent 3 or 4.
Location is terrific. It is a ten minute walk to the Admiralty MTR station.
From there, you can access all of HK.
I would stay there again, without hesitation.
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Julian Inclan, a member of the Oriental Financial Group (OFG) board of directors, bought 5,000 shares of the company's stock in recent weeks at an average price of $12.93 per share, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Inclan now owns close to 100,000 shares, with this latest purchase having increased his holdings by a moderate percentage. Our database of insider-trading filings shows that Inclan bought preferred stock in early November of this year.
Several other insiders at Oriental Financial have bought both common and preferred stock in the last two months. For example, CEO Rafael Fernandez has made a number of small purchases, and CFO Gamesh Kumar reported buying about 2,600 shares earlier this month.
Consensus insider purchases, in our view, are particularly important to watch because they indicate that multiple insiders are confident enough that the stock price will rise that they are willing to ignore the benefits of diversification.
Oriental Financial, whose headquarters and primary operations are in Puerto Rico, is a bank and wealth-management company with $600 million in market capitalization and more than $3 million in daily dollar volume. It has proposed acquiring the Puerto Rican operations of another bank was approved by federal and local regulators. The transaction was completed on Dec. 18, according to the company's 8-K filing with the SEC.
We generally worry about acquisitive companies, as mergers and acquisitions often destroy shareholder value. But, once again, it is a plus to see that company insiders are willing to put more of their own money in their stock.
Third-quarter net interest income was up 18% year over year, reversing a decline here in the first half of the year. But lower non-interest income, combined with higher non-interest expenses, caused flat earnings per share the prior year. So, before the addition of the new operations, Oriental Financial did not appear to have been performing particularly well.
The company does have some value characteristics. For example, it trades at a slight discount, with a price-to-book ratio of 0.9. Wall Street's consensus is for $1.48 in earnings per share in 2013, implying a forward price-earnings ratio of 9; this is counting on quite a bit of improvement in the financials as a result of the acquisition. Per-share earnings of $0.80 are expected for 2012, which anticipates strong outperformance vs. the prior year.
If the bank does meet expectations, it will likely prove to be undervalued at such a low multiple -- and that is probably why the insiders are buying: It's reasonable to assume they believe the sell side has got it right, and that markets are not fully granting the company the benefits of the recent acquisition.
The optimism of company insiders is countered by some pessimism in the market. According to the most recent data, 13% of outstanding shares of Oriental Financial stock were being held short. In addition, the bank (like many other banks) is highly leveraged, with $2.2 billion in net debt.
We think that it would be best to wait for a quarter or two of results from the combined company, because the odds are generally against M&A benefitting shareholders. However, the valuation is low enough that a successful integration, allowing the company to meet analyst targets, could result in a good value opportunity for small-cap investors.
Please note that due to factors including low market capitalization and/or insufficient public float, we consider OFG to be a small-cap stock. You should be aware that such stocks are subject to more risk than stocks of larger companies, including greater volatility, lower liquidity and less publicly available information, and that postings such as this one can have an effect on their stock prices.


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Pierzynski's ninth-inning blast caps Rangers' rally
Scheppers, Nathan provide strong relief in fourth straight victory
ANAHEIM -- The fans at Angel Stadium love to boo Rangers catcher A.J. Pierzynski. They still remember him being involved in a few controversial plays that went against the Angels while he was playing for the White Sox during the 2005 American League Championship Series.
It doesn't bother Pierzynski. In fact, he said he loves playing at Angel Stadium.
"I love to play here," Pierzynski said. "It's a tremendous atmosphere. The field is great, the weather is great and the fans here are awesome. They are passionate and energetic and anytime that Rally Monkey comes up, the place really gets going."
The Rally Monkey came up short on Monday night. The Rangers were the ones who staged the big rally and Pierzynski finished it off with a two-out home run off of reliever Ernesto Frieri in the ninth inning for a 7-6 victory. The Rangers, who had a season-high 15 hits on the night but still had to mount a late comeback, trailed 6-3 after six innings before scoring three in the seventh.
"I just felt like we had a chance to win that ballgame all night and fortunately we were able to come through in the end," Rangers manager Ron Washington said.
The Rangers led 2-0 after three innings but Derek Holland couldn't take advantage of it. Instead he struggled with his control and ended up allowing six runs in 5 2/3 innings. The pitching hero for the Rangers was Tanner Scheppers, who pitched two more scoreless innings to earn his second win of the season.
"Tanner Scheppers did a great job tonight against their right-handed hitters," Washington said. "He has been throwing the ball extremely well."
Scheppers has not allowed a run in 10 2/3 innings over his first nine appearances.
"Things are feeling good," Scheppers said. "A.J. and I are on the same page and he does a great job of controlling my emotions and keeping me focused."
Josh Hamilton was 4-for-4 with four singles for the Angels but he was stranded on deck when Joe Nathan finished off the top of the Angels lineup to earn his sixth save. Nathan gave up a leadoff single to Peter Bourjos, then got Mike Trout on a fly to right and Albert Pujols on a soft liner to second. That brought up Mark Trumbo, who Nathan struck out to end the game.
"The bullpen did an outstanding job," Pierzynski said. "Scheppers was amazing and Nathan going up against the top of the lineup was great."
The pivotal inning was the seventh with the Rangers down by three against Angels starter Joe Blanton, who was 0-3 with an 8.59 ERA in three starts coming into the game. Blanton gave up a leadoff single to Elvis Andrus and left-handed reliever Michael Roth allowed a single to Lance Berkman.
Right-hander Dane De La Rosa took over and walked Adrian Beltre to load the bases. Pierzynski's single brought home a run and Nelson Cruz's grounder to short brought home another as the Angels couldn't turn it into a double play.
Instead the Rangers had runners on the corners with one out. After left-hander Scott Downs came into pitch, Jeff Baker pinch-hit for David Murphy. He hit a high chopper off the plate that Downs fumbled for an error, allowing Beltre to race home from third with the tying run.
"There were a lot of good things on the field, and I think overall, we're moving forward in a lot of the areas that are important to us," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "But in the end, it comes down to holding leads. We have to nail down some games. This one got away from us tonight."
Frieri took over for Downs in the ninth, getting Berkman and Beltre on fly balls to left. But he couldn't keep Pierzynski in the park. Instead Pierzynski jumped on a first-pitch fastball and lifted it over the right-field wall to give the Rangers their fourth straight win.
"I made my pitch," Frieri said. "It was a little bit up, outside, but yeah, I wanted to go outside, maybe a little bit low. But like I said, he made a good swing on the ball and it went out."
The Angels had a three-game winning streak snapped after sweeping the Tigers over the weekend.
"That guy is good," Pierzynski said. "He's 95-96 [mph] with giddy-up. I was just trying to get the bat on the barrel. I didn't think I got enough of it but fortunately it did just get over the wall. I left a small village on base in my first three at-bats. It was frustrating going up there with all those guys on base like I did and not get it done."
In the end, the Angels fans were the ones who were frustrated and left the park with one more reason to boo the Rangers catcher.
T.R. Sullivan is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Postcards from Elysian Fields, and follow him on Twitter @Sullivan_Ranger. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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A letter writer is never sure what to do when it comes time for the Yizkor service during Yom Kippur. Miriam's Advice Well offers historical background and discusses the options.
Dear Miriam,
I've noticed during Yom Kippur services that when it comes time for Yizkor, some people walk out of services. I'm never sure what to do.
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Dear Stay or Go,
When I was young, Yizkor, the memorial prayer that is said four times a year, including on Yom Kippur, was a very pleasant memory for me. It was the time that the kids were released from services to get a breath of fresh air outside. It provided several minutes of respite from the seriousness of Yom Kippur. Still, when we were called back in, I always felt like we'd been caught having too much fun when other people had to stay inside the sanctuary. As I got older and more aware, I came to realize that, as I walked back inside still blinking from the sunshine, the older members of my congregation were all blinking back tears. I came to understand that this wasn't a specially-designed break in services for children. This was the culmination of seriousness; everyone who stayed inside was mourning, while I was running around carefree.
Yizkor is traditionally said by people who have lost a close family member. The generally accepted rule, as far as I can tell, is that if you would say Kaddish for someone, you should say Yizkor for them, but specific customs may vary. Yizkor also includes prayers for martyrs and is a way to remember Jews who have lost their lives who have no family members to remember them. Many people (including me) have the tradition to leave the service during Yizkor if both of their parents are alive. This tradition stems primarily from superstition, from the idea that to experience this powerful moment of mourning as a non-mourner tempts the evil eye. (Read more about traditions surrounding Yizkor here.)
Other traditions, stemming from more rational and typically more liberal strands of Judaism, say that the whole congregation should remain together for Yizkor. For one thing, there are too many Jews who are not remembered specifically in someone's prayers, and we have a communal responsibility to remember them. Some rabbis invoke the Holocaust and other atrocities as reasons we should all mourn. Others encourage non-mourners to stay as a way to support those in the congregation who are reciting the prayer for loved ones.
If you have a close family member to remember, I would encourage you to take part in this ritual. I've heard that it can be a very powerful, cathartic and spiritual experience. If you don't have someone specifically for whom you are saying Yizkor and you don't have strong negative feelings associated with staying inside the service, I think it's a nice idea to be there to support your fellow congregants and to honor those who are deceased who may otherwise be forgotten. If, like me, it gives you the absolute heebie-jeebies even to think for a second about being there for a service that isn't for you, kenahorah (keep away the evil eye), then take a break and step outside. But, if you do, remember what's happening inside and act in a way that respects both the living and the dead.
Be well,


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Androgen for Leydig Cell Proliferation (ALCeP)
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|Klinefelter Syndrome Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism Hypergonadotropic Azospermia Hypergonadotropic Cryptozoospermia
|Drug: Testosterone undecanoate Drug: Castor Oil
|Phase 2 Phase 3
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|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Quadruple (Participant, Care Provider, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
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|Androgen Treatment in Leydig Cell Proliferation
- Nodule Size per Number [ Time Frame: 4 month ]
Percentage change of the area of the lesions multiplied by the number of the measured lesions: [(area_1 + area_2 + area_3 + ... + area_n)*n].
The latter measure account for reduction in the number of lesions (disappearence).
- Nodule Size [ Time Frame: 4 month ]Percentage change in the area of the lesion (measured with computer assisted graphics).
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH) [ Time Frame: 2 month ]Reduction of the serum Luteinizing Hormone (LH) levels during testosterone teraphy
- Spermatogenesis [ Time Frame: 8 month (follow-up) ]Evaluation of sperm cell production after testosterone withdrawl.
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|June 2009
|Study Completion Date:
|October 2014
|Primary Completion Date:
|August 2013 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
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Experimental: Testosterone
Testosterone undecanoate 1000mg injection at baseline (0-week), 6-week, 18-week, 30-week
Drug: Testosterone undecanoate
Testosterone undecanoate 1000mg (in 4 ml of castor oil injections) at baseline (0-week), 6-week, 18-week, 30-week
Other Name: Nebido
Placebo Comparator: Placebo
Injection 4 ml of castor oil at baseline (week-0), week-6, week-18, week-30
Drug: Castor Oil
4 ml of Castor Oil injected at baseline (0-week), 6-week, 18-week, 30-week.
Detailed Description:
Patients with the testicular dysgenesis syndrome, that comprises a variable spectrum of clinical manifestations, such as infertility, cryptorchidism, hypospadias, impaired spermatogenesis and testicular germ cell neoplasms, often develop alterations in the Leydig cell compartment. These alterations range from abnormal localization and clustering to hyperplasia or tumorous formation.
Leydig cell tumors (LCTs), although uncommon in the general population, are the most frequent non-germ cell testicular neoplasms, and their incidence has been reported increasingly growing, especially in infertile patients. Given that the focal areas of Leydig cell hyperplasia are nowadays easily detectable at ultrasonography of the testis (US), as small non-palpable hypoechoic micro-nodules that can show internal vascularization, their finding create a diagnostic challenge versus low-stage malignant germ cell tumors.
Patients with testicular dysgenesis syndrome in general exhibit an elevation of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH), but in these patients, very frequently, even Luteinizing Hormone (LH) is above the reference range. The latter can work as a growth factor for Leydig cells. Since exogenous testosterone can suppress LH levels, it could be that androgen therapy could revert the LH-induced growth stimulation of Leydig cell compartment.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of androgen therapy on the size and number of non-palpable hypoechoic micro-nodules in patients with elevated gonadotropin levels.
The purpose of this study is also to evaluate whether the behavior (UltraSonographic appearance, US) of the non-palpable hypoechoic micro-nodules during a 4-month trial of testosterone therapy can offer a novel diagnostic tool in the differential diagnosis of benign versus malignant testicular nodules.
The trial will be open only for patients with multiple non-palpable hypoechoic micro-nodules that have an elevation of both FSH and LH and that are not seeking conception.
Participants in the study will be randomized to one of two treatment groups, receiving either testosterone undecanoate (low-dose androgen) or placebo, for two 6 months. All participants will be evaluated for safety at the beginning of the study and at 2, 4, and 6 months with careful history, physical examination, blood sampling and testicular ultrasonography. Patients will also be offered the possibility to perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the testis at baseline and after treatment, and/or surgical enucleation of the lesions.
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|18 Years to 60 Years (Adult)
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Inclusion Criteria:
- Non-palpable Multiple hypoechoic testicular nodules (with the largest having a diameter > 2 mm and < 12 mm)
- Serum Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) > 7 mIU/ml (m-International-Unit/ml)
- Serum Luteinizing hormone (LH) > 7 UI (m-International-Unit/ml)
- Infertility: Klinefelter Syndrome, Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypergonadotropic Azospermia, Hypergonadotropic Cryptozoospermia
- negative testicular tumors markers: beta-hCG (Human chorionic gonadotropin), alpha-FP (Feto-Protein), CEA (Carcinoembryonic antigen), LDH (Lactate dehydrogenase), ferritin, PLAP (Placental Alkaline Phosphatase).
Exclusion Criteria:
- Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism
- FSH o LH < 7 UI
- non-homogeneous testicular lesion > 12 mm
- positive testicular tumors markers: beta-hCG, alpha-FP, CEA, LDH, ferritin, PLAP
- patients with contraindication to testosterone therapy: prostate cancer, PSA>4 ng/ml, severe hepatic or renal insufficiency, Hb>17, Htc>52%, severe urinary retention
- desire to conceive
- history of germ-cell testicular neoplasia
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01206270
|Dipartimento di Fisiopatologia Medica
|Rome, Lazio, Italy, 00161
|Study Chair:
|Andrea Lenzi, MD
|Sapienza University of Rome
|Principal Investigator:
|Andrea Isidori, MD, PhD
|Sapienza University of Rome
|Study Director:
|Vincenzo Bonifacio, MD, PhD
|Sapienza University of Rome
|Responsible Party:
|Andrea M. Isidori, Professor of Endocrinology, University of Roma La Sapienza
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01206270 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|September 9, 2010
|Last Updated:
|October 25, 2014
Keywords provided by Andrea M. Isidori, University of Roma La Sapienza:
Testicular Tumor
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Klinefelter Syndrome
Gonadal Disorders
Endocrine System Diseases
Infertility, Male
Genital Diseases, Male
Sex Chromosome Disorders of Sex Development
Disorders of Sex Development
Urogenital Abnormalities
Sex Chromosome Disorders
Chromosome Disorders
Congenital Abnormalities
Genetic Diseases, Inborn
Testosterone enanthate
Testosterone undecanoate
Testosterone 17 beta-cypionate
Castor Oil
Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Antineoplastic Agents, Hormonal
Antineoplastic Agents
Anabolic Agents
Gastrointestinal Agents
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We are in between seasons a bit. There are hot days and chilly days, and sometimes what comes with this weather is a case of the sniffles. Balance it all out with "Tame The Elements," a sparkling water-based drink at Tbar in Philadelphia.
The fizzy herbal blend couples honeysuckle with Golden bell and Chinese bellflower. Each herb is believed to heal one thing or another—golden bell is good for the throat, honeysuckle cleanses the body, and Chinese bellflower is recommended for coughs and colds. They all impart a musky, naturally sweet flavor, creating one delicate drink where you can't mistake the herbal notes for anything else. It's capped with just enough fresh Chinese mint to close off each sip with a cool, clean finish.
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— August
By Ben Ellison
Red LED LightWedge
LEDs are not just making traditional flashlights obsolete; they also enable the design of entirely new gizmos like the LightWedge. Originally invented as a personal book light, it's a nearly flat panel, about 7"x9", most of which is clear acrylic. Two tiny LEDs shine edgewise into the lens and rather magically illuminate whatever is directly beneath. This new model uses red diodes to preserve night vision. While the lens is susceptible to scratching and the light does leak a bit out the edges, the Red LED LightWedge is nonetheless an effective and elegant chart light (and at anchor you can use it to read without annoying a snoozing bunk mate). It runs about 40 hours on four AAA batteries, has two light levels, and costs $45.
LightWedge Phone: (877) 777-9334. www.lightwedge.com.
This article originally appeared in the July 2003 issue of Power & Motoryacht magazine.


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At the core of the Office of Community Partnerships and Service-Learning (OCPSL) is our relationship with our valued partners. Through reciprocal relationships with our partners we are able to serve not only students, but the larger community as well. We seek to equip local organizations with dedicated and responsible student volunteers and interns to address community needs. It's with our partners that we prepare Trinity students to be "active members of a community based on the Biblical requirements of justice, humility, and love".
If your organization is interested in partnering with the OCPSL, please contact us today!
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Motivated by a Reformed Worldview, the OCPSL nurtures meaningful reciprocal partnerships, benefiting the campus and larger community. The OCPSL assists faculty, staff, and students in fulfilling student development learning outcomes and service-learning objectives. Through these collaborations, we strive to build active and engaged citizens who work toward a more just society alongside the community.


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Cross Country Healthcare's Clinical Trial Services Division includes leading US resourcing providers, ClinForce and Assent Consulting, whose services include contract staffing, permanent placement and functional service provision. The division also includes AKOS, a leading US and EU provider of pharmacovigilance and drug safety services. ClinForce and Assent will be combined with ICON's FSP division, DOCS, creating a leader in global resourcing and FSP, while AKOS will enhance the services offered by ICON's medical and safety services team.
Commenting on the acquisition, Ciaran Murray, CEO at ICON plc, said: "The demand for flexible resourcing solutions continues to grow as biopharma companies employ a range of outsourcing models to meet their development goals more efficiently. The ClinForce and Assent businesses will significantly expand our resourcing and FSP capabilities in the US and, when combined with DOCS strong European footprint and growing emerging markets presence, gives us the ability to deliver truly global resourcing solutions. Additionally, AKOS enhances our expertise in the areas of pharmacovigilance and drug safety consulting, which are increasingly important capabilities required by our clients."
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The Santa Fe Trail was crucial to the Battle of Glorieta Pass. This commercial route from Independence, Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico, received official sanction for legal use in 1821, when Mexico won its independence from Spain. It immediately became the principle trade and travel route between the United States and the northern province of Mexico, Chihuahua.
In 1862, Confederate general Henry Sibley planned to follow the Santa Fe Trail north from Texas, capture Fort Union in New Mexico Territory, and then march up the trail to invade Colorado. The First Colorado Volunteers traveled down the Santa Fe Trail to Fort Union, and then followed it west to Glorieta Pass, a gap in the Sangre de Cristo mountains.
1. Study the territories and states as they existed in 1862. How does this map differ from a modern map of the United States?
2. Locate the Santa Fe Trail. Name the states or territories shown on this map through which the trail passed on the way to Santa Fe.
3. Why did the Confederacy want to win control of New Mexico Territory?
4. What Indian tribes may have had an interest in the outcome of the war between the Union and the Confederacy in this region?
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SUGARCREEK -- William C. Pfister, 76, of 120 Pfister Drive, Sugarcreek, died Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, at Country Club Nursing Home in Dover after a period of declining health.
He was born Aug. 7, 1936, to Cletus and Bernetha (Weaver) Pfister and married Carol Widdoes on March 24, 1956. She preceded him in death on Nov. 17, 2000.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran having served during the Korean War, and retired from Greer Steel Co. in Dover, where he had worked for 30 years. He was a member of First Mennonite Church in Sugarcreek, and Sugarcreek American Legion.
Surviving are a daughter, Bambi (Rick) Maurer of New Philadelphia; a son, William (Teresa) Pfister of Fresno; grandchildren Shaun Pfister, Erin Gerstung, Matt Pfister, Michelle Pfister, Scott Papini and Jason Maurer; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Karolyn (Jim) Lee of Colorado; and a half-sister, Bea Visintainer of Georgia.
In addition to his wife and his parents, a daughter, Sherry Pfister, and a grandson, Tommy Ghee, preceded him in death.
Services will be Friday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. at First Mennonite Church in Sugarcreek, with pastor Jayne Byler officiating.
Friends may call Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the church or one hour before the services on Friday. Sugarcreek American Legion will conduct military honors following the services.
Arrangements are being handled by Smith-Varns Funeral Home in Sugarcreek. For those unable to attend please visit the funeral home's website to share a memory and sign the guest register at www.smithfuneral.com.
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Andhra CM, Ministers, MLAs to Meet Prez on AP Bill Issue
By PTI | Published: 01st February 2014 05:34 PM |
Last Updated: 01st February 2014 05:35 PM | A+A A- |
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy, his Cabinet colleagues and Congress MLAs from coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions will meet President Pranab Mukherjee in New Delhi next week to request him not to recommend the AP Reorganisation Bill to Parliament.
"We have sought the President's appointment either for February 4 or 5. We will request him not to recommend the AP Reorganisation Bill to Parliament as it has been rejected by the state Legislature," state Endowments Minister C Ramachandraiah said here today.
The Centre is firm on tabling the Telangana Bill in the Parliament session beginning February 5.
The Chief Minister met some ministers, MLCs and MLAs at his Camp Office this afternoon and discussed the future course of action to stop the proposed bifurcation of the state.
The state legislature on January 30 rejected the AP Reorganisation Bill, referred to it by the President for its views, and requested him not to recommend it for introduction in Parliament.
"We have decided to request other parties also to join us for meeting the President. We are also exploring all legal options to stall the Bill (that provides for creation of a new state of Telangana). We will take legal recourse based on the President's decision," Ramachandraiah told reporters.
Reacting to reports in a section of the media that the Chief Minister would sit on a 'deeksha' (protest programme) in New Delhi to apply pressure on the Centre to stop the bifurcation process, the minister said no decision has been taken yet.
"It's only a proposal that is being considered," he said.
Sources said the Chief Minister is expected to lead his Cabinet colleagues and legislators from Seemandhra in a march from AP Bhavan to Rashtrapati Bhavan to meet the President.
They were also planning to hold a day-long 'maun vrat' (silent protest) at Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, the sources said.
Meanwhile, Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu is also planning to meet the President soon along with his party colleagues to expose the "conspiracy" of Congress in the whole bifurcation process.
"I am also seeking to meet the Prime Minister and leaders of all major parties in New Delhi to expose Congress' conspiracy. I will give my views on bifurcation to the President directly," Chandrababu said.
Also Read:
- T Bill will be Introduced in Parliament before Feb 10: DS
- Centre Stands Firm on Telangana, Rejects CM's Arguments
- No Legal Hurdles to T-bill, Says Digvijaya
- Government Working Overtime for Sending T-Bill to Centre
- Centre Resolute on Tabling T-bill in Parliament
- No Hurdle in Creation of Telangana: Shinde
- Delhi Can't Decide Fate of Telugus: Kiran Reddy
- Congress Upbeat on Telangana


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The stuff kids really need for high school
Here are some easy tips to help you upgrade your childs supplies for high school. more
If your kids are constantly wearing the knees out of their pants or jeans, you are going to love this easy-to-follow tutorial on how to patch them. This patching technique is useful for all trousers, big or small, but especially small. And don't limit yourself to making patches solely out of denim - try patches in prints or fun shapes like a heart or star.
Step 1. Iron the jeans you want to patch. They don't have holes in them but can be very thin in the knees, like the jeans we've used here.
Step 2. Cut out two matching patches, they can be any shape you like.
Step 3. Lay them over the knees to check size and position.
Step 4. You may like to machine stitch a criss cross pattern on the patches to add interest like we've done (but you don't have to).
Step 5. Now the secret trick to make patching jeans a whole lot easier - even on the smallest of kids' garments - is unpicking the side seam of the leg. On jeans, choose the seam that isn't double stitched. Unpick as far as you can without unpicking the cuff. This means you can open the leg out flat to comfortably use the sewing machine.
Step 6. Pin the knee patches into place.
Step 7. Now with a thread that matches the colour of the patch, use a wide zig-zag stitch (satin stitch) to sew the patch onto the leg.
Step 8. The inside side of the sewn patch should look like the picture in our tutorial.
Step 9. Turn the jeans inside out and re-sew the seam that you previously unpicked. Zig zag or use a serge raw edge stitch if desired.
Step 10. Now you're all done! Check out how groovy these old jeans look.
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Sperm Agglutination
I did a Semen analysis last week. My total count is 98.2. And Rapid progressice motile is 20%, while slow progressive motile is 25%. And Normal Spermotozoa Morphology is 65%, while abnormal sperotozoa is 35%. Sperm Agglutination (Head to Head) is (+), Sperm Agglutination (Tail to Tail) is (+). so, by analysing the above readings can you please tell me whether my sperm quality and quantity are good enough to father a child ? And please tell me what (+) means in sperm agglutination (head to head), and (tail to tail) ?
Your semen analysis is done based on the old criteria. Kruger strict morphology is what we are using now. As your count and other qualities is concerned, all seem to be fine.
However, + agglutination test means you may have antisperm antibody which prevents the sperm to move freely and hence reduced chance of conception.
Ahmad Hamidinia, MD
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College of Medicine
University of Cincinnati


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Classico Collection by ELK Lighting
If you're looking for pendant lights that will make a statement, the Classico Collection by ELK Lighting is the perfect option for your home. Choose from seven eye-catching shade options ranging from starburst blue glass to fire red glass. A dark rust finish on the fixture offers plenty of contrast. This style is available with one, three, or six pendants.


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Bedford Rectangular Desk, Antique White
Please Select Size: Bedford 4- Drawer Rectangular Desk
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Customize a spacious, organized workspace for all your creative endeavors with the hardwood-framed pieces in our Bedford Collection. The Rectangular Desk Set can be used singly or combined with other modular components to give you the ultimate flexibility in creating a workspace that's ideal for you.
- Espresso finish is made of kiln-dried maple wood and veneer.
- Antique White and Black are made of kiln-dried pine and veneer.
- Norfolk Gray is made of kiln-dried poplar and veneer.
- Features artisan-crafted details such as solid wood drawer boxes crafted with English dovetail joinery and smooth ball bearing glides.
- File drawers hold legal- or letter-sized files and are equipped with heavy-duty side-mounted glides. File glides can also be removed for regular drawer storage.
- The 2-drawer cabinet features two file drawers, the 3-drawer cabinet features one file drawer and two smaller drawers for supplies.
- File drawers have label frames to help keep you organized.
- Anti-tilt guard prevents both drawers on the file cabinet from being pulled out at the same time.
- Cabinet includes levelers for stability.
- Antique White, Black and Norfolk Gray are finished with brushed-nickel bail pulls, Espresso features matte-brown bail pulls.
- 70" wide x 23" deep x 30" high
- Dimensions & Care
- Overall: 70" wide x 23" deep x 1.5" thick
- Overhang: 0.5"
- Weight: 50 pounds
2-Drawer File Cabinet
- Overall: 21" wide x 17" deep x 28.5" high
- Drawer Interior (2): 15.5" wide x 12.5" deep
- Distance Between Top Edge Of Upper Drawer And Top Of Cabinet: 2.25"
- Distance Between Top Edge Of Upper Drawer And Bottom Edge Of Desktop: 1"
3-Drawer File Cabinet
- Overall: 21" wide x 17" deep x 28.5" high
- Small Drawer Interior (2): 16.5" wide x 14" deep x 4.5" high
- File Drawer Interior (1): 16.5" wide x 14" deep x 10.5" high
- Overhang: 1"
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- Blot spills immediately and wipe with a clean damp cloth.
- We do not recommend the use of chemical cleaners, abrasives or furniture polish on our stained finish.
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Chili Pepper Cookies Recipe
Cut out to look like their namesake, these cookies were sweet treats at the celebration. We used a favorite recipe that makes a tender, slightly soft sugar cookies. By tinting the frosting and adding some colored sugar sprinkles, these can be decorated with out a lot of fuss. They really say "fiesta".—Terri Newton, Marshall, Texas
Recommended: Graveyard Halloween Party
VERIFIED BY Taste of Home Test Kitchen
- 3/4 cup butter-flavored shortening
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 to 5 tablespoons milk
- Green and red gel food coloring
- Green and red colored sugar
- In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll and pat out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-1/2-in. chili pepper shaped cookies cutter.
- Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 6-8 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
- In a small bowl, beat the butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk until frosting reaches desired consistency. Tint 1/3 cup green; set aside. Tint remaining frosting red. Frost "peppers" red and "stems" green; sprinkle with matching sugar. Yield: about 4 dozen.
Originally published as Chili Pepper Cookies in Taste of Home August/September 2004, p22
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You don't have to be a chef to cook great barbeque! But you do need the right ingredients and we've got them right here! Strawberry's Shake-on Bar-B-Que Seasonings is now available online! That's right! You can enjoy Strawberry's Grand Champion shake-on Bar-B-Q seasonings and Bar-B-Q basting sauces at home.
Straw's newest product is Strawberry's Backyard Steak Shake. It is designed for T-Bones, New York Strips, Porterhouse, and Rib-Eyes steaks, and can be used as an all purpose seasoning.
Don't forget, while you're here, to register to win Strawberry's shake-on seasonings, and visit the history of Jerry "Straw" Holsten and his World Championship-winning barbeque products. Want to join us for dinner or lunch? Check out handy map for directions.
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Gemma Arterton
Gemma Arterton is known in the UK for her role in the Jane Austen-inspired miniseries Lost in Austen. To the rest of the world, she's known as one of the new Bond girls in Daniel Craig's 2008 007 film.
Gemma Arterton BiographyThe brown-eyed brunette Gemma Arterton grew up in the English county of Kent, along with her sister, Hannah, and their parents. Mom was a cleaner and dad a welder, but Gemma Arterton's parents encouraged their children to pursue their artistic sides. Hannah tried singing, but Gemma Arterton stumbled onto acting.
As a teenager, she studied the craft with the Masquerade and Miskin theater companies, appearing in productions like The Massacre of Civitella and Guiding Star. A 2004 award for Best Supporting Actress helped Gemma Arterton earn a grant that helped her gain acceptance to the acclaimed Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Once there, Gemma Arterton appeared in plays like An Ideal Husband as well as specialized in the study of accents and specialized stage combat.
Gemma Arterton's Royal Academy stint earned her an audition in Capturing Mary, a 2007 made-for-television film starring Academy Award winner Maggie Smith. Gemma Arterton won the role and, upon her RADA graduation, she auditioned for St. Trinian's, beating out Sienna Miller and winning a role as a schoolgirl opposite Brit sensations Rupert Everett and Colin Firth. This proved to be Gemma Arterton's much needed big break and, as a result, she earned roles in the 2008 films Rock 'n Rolla and 3 and Out.
Gemma Arterton was already grateful for the help of her agent, Sally Long-Innes, but her next audition was for Bond 22, a movie costarring Long-Innes' most recognizable client, Daniel Craig. Gemma Arterton won the part against 1,500 other women, and she was poised for the international stardom that arrived with the film's release.
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As the 25x'25 Alliance enters its second decade, the organization is restructuring its leadership team to further strengthen plans to devote more effort into defining and articulating the multiple benefits of a 25x'25 future, the co-chairmen of the new executive leadership committee said.
Read Smith, a Washington state grain farmer and former president of the National Association of Conservation Districts, and Bart Ruth, a Nebraska corn and soybean farmer who is a former president of the American Soybean Association, said in a joint statement that the reconstituted leadership team will help the alliance launch a "fresh vision" campaign that will embrace an "all of the above energy approach while emphasizing the tremendous economic and quality-of-life improvements that renewable energy development has delivered to our nation, particularly in rural areas."
The 25x'25 Vision calls for America's farms, ranches and forestlands to produce the biomass, biofuels, wind energy, solar power, geothermal energy and hydropower sufficient to meet at least 25 percent of the nation's energy needs by the year 2025, all while providing an ample, affordable and safe supply of food, feed and fiber.
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If you liked Jay's original Big Finish trick, you're going to love the new and improved Bigger Finish.
A card is selected and returned to the pack. Four cards are then removed from the deck and the spectator is asked if her card is among them. It is! All four cards are given to the spectator to hold between her closed hands, but when she opens her hands she finds that they have melted into a single jumbo card! When she unfolds the jumbo card, it's found to match to her selection!
Comes complete with two specially-printed jumbo cards, one for red bicyle decks and one for blue.
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