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Atlanta Lyric Adds Performance of WHITE CHRISTMAS, 12/23
Due to the overwhelming box office success of Atlanta Lyric Theatre's December production of WHITE CHRITMAS, the musical theatre company has added a performance on Sunday, December 23 at 7PM. Tickets can be purchased on-line at www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or by calling the box office at 404-377-9948.
This holiday season, audiences of all ages will enjoy the uplifting story of the Tony Award nominated hit musical Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS. Presented by Atlanta Lyric Theatre, Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, the stage reinvention of the beloved classic film, will play the Earl Smith Strand Theatre (117 N. Park Sq., Marietta) December 7 – 23, 2012.
The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter, and some of the greatest songs ever written, Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS is a merry and bright theatrical experience for the entire family. Many Irving Berlin classics are showcased, including "Count Your Blessings," "Sisters," "Happy Holiday," "How Deep is the Ocean," and the unforgettable title song, "White Christmas."
Dustin Lewis will star as song and dance man Bob Wallace, the role made famous by Bing Crosby in the classic 1954 film. Lewis last appeared at The Lyric as Lord Evelyn Oakleigh in Anything Goes, and was a member of the original German cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Logan Denninghoff makes his Atlanta Lyric Theatre debut as Mr. Lewis' army buddy, the charismatic ladies' man, Phil Davis. Denninghoff starred as Gaston in the national tour of Disney's Beauty and the Beas, and originated the role of Starspinner in the Georgia Aquarium's Dolphin Tales. Mary Nye Bennett, who has appeared in The Lyric's Legally Blonde The Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and 42nd Street, will play Betty Haynes, one-half of the beautiful and talented sister act that teams up with Bob and Phil. And, as Betty's younger sister, Judy Haynes, Anna Kimmel has appeared in the national tour of The Wizard of Oz and was last seen at The Lyric in Grease.
Steve Hornibrook will play General Henry Waverly, Bob and Phil's former commanding officer and proprietor of the Vermont inn. Hornibrook has appeared in The Lyric's productions of Anything Goes, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, and 42nd Street. Marsha Lanzo as Martha Watson, General Waverly's right-hand woman, has starred in Annie, EVITA, and Fiddler on the Roof with Topol.
Last seen in Atlanta Lyric Theatre's 2003 production of The Pirates of Penzance, Stuart W. Schleuse plays the role of Bob and Phil's former Army buddy Ralph Sheldrake. Austin Tijerina, who appeared in The Lyric's Anything Goes, is the Columbia Inn's neurotic stage manager, Mike Nulty. As the Columbia Inn stagehand Ezekiel Foster, George Deavours has appeared in The Lyric's Grease, Gypsy, and Anything Goes. Mary Stewart Sullivan makes her Lyric debut as General Henry Waverly's precocious granddaughter, Susan Waverly. Sullivan appeared on Broadway in ENRON the Musical.
Others in the cast include Becca Potter, Kelly Chapin Schmidt, Priscilla Curtis, Jessica Bailey Pack, Fenner Eaddy, Ian Blanco, Natalie Rhae Goodwin, Craig Baker, Jono Davis, and J. Koby Parker.
Atlanta Lyric Theatre's production of Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS will also feature Ron Carter on the Strand's Mighty Allen Theatre Organ Fifteen Minutes PRior to each curtain playing your favorite holiday carols.
Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS made its celebrated Broadway debut at the Marquis Theatre in 2008 following acclaimed productions around the country. The New York critics stuffed the lavish musical's stocking full of praise! The New York Times said, "This cozy trip down memory lane should be put on your wish list," Variety raved, "A thrill. Melodious numbers, sparkling visuals, and an enchanting snow-biz finale," and NY-1 News proclaimed the musical, "The perfect gift! Dazzling choreography and glorious tunes."
Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS is directed by The Lyric's artistic director, Brandt Blocker, and is choreographed by Jennifer Smiles and Elizabeth Wexler. The creative team also includes Lee Shiver (Set Designer), Mary Parker (Lighting Designer), Lindsey Paris (Costume Designer), Bobby Johnston (Sound Designer), and George Deavours (Wig Designer). JP Peterson is the production stage manager.
All performances are held at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre at 117 N. Park Sq., on the historic Marietta Square. For tickets and information call
404-377-9948 or visit www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com.


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Alright ladies and gentlemen. I am truly loving your communication on here BUT I need to stress the use of proper sentences and sentence structure. The odd error I can deal with, again BUT, we should be doing our very best to use Standard English when writing our posts. That being said "i read......" be sure your "I" is capital. Also, you are all very important people so each name deserves a capital as well.....please let's not forget these things.
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I just wanted to say I'm really happy with your discussion with eachother so far. I will try to sign in just after dinner most nights so that you can continue your discussions if you choose and are allowed to after dinner :).
Thanks to all of you for committing to our blogspot!!!!!
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Last Friday, GMA Network's most well-loved original reality-based artista search, Starstruck, revealed the seven boys and seven girls that make up the Ultimate Final 14.
Throughout the week last, the judges -- Joey de Leon, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Starstruck alumna Jennylyn Mercado, and Dingdong Dantes used their fast track privilege and chose Migo Adecer, Avery Paraiso, Klea Pineda, and Ayra Mariano from the Top 18 to advance to the Ultimate Final 14.
On the live telecast, the names of the others who are now taking up the challenges as members of the Ultimate Final 14 surprised many in the studio.
Among them were Analyn Barro, 18, from Bacolod; the Sid Lucero look alike Kevin Sagara, 20, from South Cotabato; 16-year old Princess Guevarra of Cavite; also from Cavite, Arra San Agustin, 20; Tarlac-born Joemarie Nielsen, 20, Bulaqueño James Teng, 17; Elyson de Dios, the 16-year old Cebuano who charmed the showbiz press covering the events with hi self-deprecating ways; Lagunense Jay Arcilla, 19; Koreen Medina, 20, also from Laguna; and Olongapo kid Liezel Lopez, 17.
The 14 young men and women met the entertainment press for the first time and to them it was like an acid test, trying to answer questions thrown at them.
Many are called but few will be chosen. That's an old-age adage among Christians that can easily be applied to talent searches like these.
The judges are perhaps trying to see who among these kids are the most talented and have the potential to be stars. Nice try, I say, but stars are not made. They're born.
So, talent searches, even those conducted by networks abroad, have very slim chances in creating the next stars.
The stars will emerge even if they were not part of the searches, or if they failed to make it to, in this case, the Ultimate Final 14.
Looking at the 14 young men and women in front of the members of the press, I could point to at least four contestants who, if given the proper guidance and packaging, could be Kapuso's next bets in its bid for dominance both on daytime and primetime programming.
But, of course, I am not going to be the judge of who will emerge as the Ultimate Survivors of the search.
I only hope that the Kapuso network wouldn't make the same mistakes as in the previous editions of the search and other talent searches they conducted. This time, whoever is in charge of choosing the young man or woman, must be careful in their selection so as not to give false hopes to the kids who'd rather be somewhere else and be successful than trying their best fitting in a world that they're not meant to be in.
Remember, in show business, it's not so much of the talent, but more of how you connect with the audience. That is the mark of a real star.


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John Danks (shoulder) hopes to start throwing breaking pitches next week.
Danks hasn't had any setbacks following left shoulder surgery in August and began throwing off a mound earlier this month. As of now, the expectation is that he'll be ready for spring training and the start of the regular season.


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So, there's a story behind this post. (Sorry the picture is a little fuzzy.) I bought the Singer 160 Anniversary Edition (black machine on the right) last January, when it was a Today's Special on HSN. I totally LOVE this machine because it's so easy to use, sturdy, and stitches really well. I love the drop-in bobbin and the easy-thread system, and the curved extension surface. I also think she's rather pretty (although some vintage enthusiasts have disagreed with me on that point!). She's only missing two features that I'd like to have…a speed control, and the needle-up/needle-down setting.
A few weeks ago, HSN featured the new Singer One Plus machine as a Today's Special. She's the white machine on the left. She has many more stitches, is very sturdy, and stitches really well. (You see where this is going, right?) Again, drop-in bobbin is great, and the easy thread-system is awesome, curved surface is a big plus to me. She's pretty, too; she has the silver decals instead of the gold. And – ta da - she has the speed control, and the needle-down setting! I am so happy. I'm working on a project right now (not a quilt) where I'm sewing on vinyl... and the machine is doing great. Just powers right on through that vinyl and fabric combo like nobody's business.
I had convinced myself that I needed to sell the 160 if I liked the new girl, but really …. they look so darned cute together, I can't bear to separate them! I think that I might use the 160 primarily for apparel sewing, and keep the One Plus for quilting (because it has that needle-down feature we love so well). I need some enablers, and I'm sure to find them here, right?! (big grin).


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Properties and Benefits of Coconuts: The fruit of a (sub)tropical palm tree, coconuts (Cocos nucifera) are known throughout the world for their refreshing taste and nutritious properties. When early Spanish explorers first laid eyes on them, they called them 'coco', meaning monkey because to them they very much resembled the furry animal. Overall, coconuts boast many properties and just as many uses in the form of coconut water, coconut milk, coconut oil and coconut flour. In fact, coconut milk is far superior (a.k.a. nutritious and energizing) than energy drinks. Let's find out more.
Coconuts are large, dark brown, furry fruit of the coconut palm. In the first stages of development, the immature fruit contains what is known as coconut water, a liquid packed with sugar, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Coconut water is much healthier than expensive sports drinks and offers better support to the body following intensive workout sessions compared to the former.
According to the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, coconut water can even be used as an emergency intravenous fluid as a result of its good sugar, mineral and vitamin content and electrolyte properties. As the fruit matures, the liquid solidifies into what is known as a kernel or coconut meat. Hot water or even milk is passed through the kernel in order to extract the aromatic oils from it and obtain coconut milk.
What makes these two byproducts so healthy? Think about this: the water inside a single coconut is intensively filtered by a complex root system, then transported up the trunk to reach the fruit. One coconut must be sufficiently nutritious to give life to another mighty tree. You can draw the conclusions yourselves.
Coconut oil is just as healthy. According to various research papers, it possesses special polyphenolic compounds as well as oleic, linoleic and lauric acid, fatty acids with wonderful health benefits. For instance, all coconut byproducts show efficient activity against the influenza, herpes and HIV viruses. Impressive, right? Of all the dietary oil varieties, coconut oil is definitely one of the healthiest choices. It can be used just as regular oil, for frying or regular cooking and added to soups, stews, baked desserts and so on.
From an economic point of view, coconuts represent an important part of the global economy and have ensured the survival of almost a third of the world's population. For generations, coconuts have been the main food source for people in India, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand and numerous other countries worldwide.
While for some of us the coconut is an enjoyable, exotic treat that we wouldn't necessarily consider eating on a regular basis, for many others it is a staple food. But not only is it much more palatable than rice, corn or wheat, it also boasts a variety of impressive nutritional properties and health benefits.
Here is a list of the most intriguing properties and health benefits of the humble coconut and its byproducts:
1) Special compounds in coconuts efficiently destroy the viruses causing influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS and HIV. However, this does not mean that eating coconuts prevents us from getting these viruses when exposed to them. We still have to do our part and protect ourselves as much as possible to avoid infection.
2) It inhibits the growth of bacteria responsible for ulcers, urinary tract infections, throat infections, pneumonia, gum disease and tooth decay (by increasing nutrient absorption) as well as candida and gonorrhea.
3) It inhibits the growth of fungi causing yeast infections, ringworms, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash and other similar infections. Nevertheless, it is best to ask for professional medical advice when suspecting such as infection and discuss with your doctor the best treatment option for you.
4) Beauty secret no. 1. Coconut oil repairs frail hair, restoring its integrity and shine. Regular coconut oil hair masks help treat dry scalp and dandruff problems. Also, applying coconut oil on the scalp helps get rid of lice and lice eggs. Coconut oil moisturizes the skin and delays the installment of wrinkles and saggy skin. Due to its aggressive antibacterial properties, it helps relieve and treat skin problems such as eczema or psoriasis.
5) Due to the variety of minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals (potent natural substances) and high sugar content, coconut water and coconut milk provide instant energy.
6) Coconut water and milk provide support for sustained physical activity and promote performance as a result of their generous nutritional value.
7) Being easy to digest and low in calories, coconut oil, butter and other byproducts are converted into energy for the body to use, not stored as fat. They regulate pancreas activity and boost metabolism, all important factors for an efficient weight loss.
8) Regulate insulin production and blood glucose use. Raw coconut meat is an excellent source of dietary fiber (9 g/100 g of coconut meat), indigestible plant material which is believed to decrease the intestinal absorption of sugars, contributing to glycemic control.
9) By regulating the release of pancreatic enzymes, coconut oil improves digestion, increases nutrient absorption and helps maintain a healthy pancreas.
10) Coconuts promote cardiovascular health. Both the saturated and unsaturated fatty acids found in generous amounts in coconut oil and other byproducts protect the arteries from damage and lower LDL cholesterol levels.


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Students: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What types of funding will I find on PostgraduateStudentships?
Most of the funding on the site refers to postgraduate study in the UK although some funds may allow students to study in other countries also and the site also carries some information about PhD opportunities in other european countries from time to time. You will find a variety of types of funding on the site, but most comes via three main sources:
- Charities and Trust Funds and other general funding bodies
- Universities and other academic institutions offering postgraduate level study.
- Funding from other countries
Most of the funding is for taught or research postgraduate study, or applies to either.
2. Are there any types of funding not included on PostgraduateStudentships?
Yes. We do not include funding for undergraduate study (although some of the funds and bodies mentioned do also fund undergraduate students). We do not currently include most small grants under £1,000, or travel bursaries for postgraduates, or prizes for postgraduate study.
3. Is the funding information on PostgraduateStudentships comprehensive?
We hope that (taking into account the exclusions mentioned above) we have assembled most funding opportunities aimed at postgraduates available from general and charitable funding sources, but we may have missed some opportunities as new possibilities arise all the time. If you find others that you think are applicable, please let us know. The site is always expanding as new opportunities are added on a daily basis. No single website will ever carry every single opportunity available in the UK, as some are posted only on the relevant university websites, and others are advertised only in specialist publications.
If your particular area of interest does not appear in the browse menu, try entering keywords into the search menu. If you sign up for our Subject Funding Alerts when you register you will receive information automatically about new opportunities on the site. A selection of our funding opportunities is also shown on Twitter, so you can follow us there on www.twitter.com/TalkPostgrad
4. Is the information on PostgraduateStudentships up to date?
Universities and other institutions that advertise their funding or study opportunities on PostgraduateStudentships, MastersCompare and MyPostgradApps are required to keep their information up to date, but we always advise you to check details with Funders. We make every effort to keep the general funding information provided by PostgraduateStudentships on the site up to date, but we cannot guarantee that information relating to other organisations will always be correct. The information we provide should be used as a guideline only, and you should always check information with Funders before deciding to apply (or not) for any particular funding or study opportunity you see on the site.
5. If I need more information about a particular funding opportunity or organisation, or I want to query one of the details about funding on the site, who should I contact?
If you need more detail or want to clarify something in particular, or if you simply want more general information, you should always ask the Funding Provider. Please do not contact PostgraduateStudentships: whatever information we have, we make available on the site, so if what you need is not there, you need to ask the Funding Provider directly. Where available, we have provided website addresses for funding organisations, and you can email queries from the relevant page on the site.
6. How do I apply for Funding?
Institutions and Funding Providers will have their own application rules and processes, which will differ widely, so you will need to investigate each one. Where the information is available to PostgraduateStudentships, and where advertisers have provided it, we have given an indication of how applications should be made, and where you may find the necessary forms and information. If no information is given, please contact the Funder directly: all the information we know about is available on the site. You can contact Funders about the opportunities shown on the site by email directly from the pages advertising individual opportunities.
7. Can you advise me on what types of study or funding to apply for?
We have provided general articles on the site relating to types of study and funding, which we hope you will find useful, but we do not provide advice to individuals. We suggest you discuss your options with an academic or careers adviser.
8.If I make an enquiry to one of the funding or study providers via the site, how long will it take me to receive a reply?
That will generally depend on the provider themselves, but also on the relevance of your question or the information you supply when you make the enquiry: each funding or study opportunity will have specific criteria that you will need to meet. If you enquire about an opportunity where you clearly do not meet the criteria, you may not receive a reply at all. We suggest you make your enquiry as relevant and specific as possible and to relate it clearly to the funding or study opportunity you are enquiring about: this will increase the likelihood that you receive a prompt response.
9. What chance do I have of receiving funding for postgraduate study?
This will depend on your subject area, your qualifications, and on the amount of competition there is for each individual funding or study opportunity for which you apply, as well as your applications to each funding source. Science and engineering students tend to find more funding opportunities available to them than arts, humanities or social sciences students, but funding is available in all subject areas. Because PostgraduateStudentships brings together all the different types of funding available, you also have access to general funding available from charities and other organisations, which may be relevant to you irrespective of your subject area. You will probably need to apply to more than one possible funding source: make sure your application to each source is as relevant as possible to the criteria they set, and you will stand the best chance of receiving funding.
You can start looking now for Masters or PhD opportunities with funding on PostgraduateStudentships, or for courses in your subject area on MastersCompare.


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Deathspank - The Baconing Announced
News via Joystiq that Hothead Games has announced a third Deathspank game subtitled "The Baconing". Apparently this one will be better:
DeathSpank's run-ins with the evils of thongs are continuing this summer in a third DeathSpank game for Xbox Live Arcade, PlayStation Network, and PC/Mac. Hothead revealed as much this afternoon, detailing DeathSpank: The Baconing as the final chapter in DeathSpank's quest "to once and for all destroy the evil power of thongs."
The dev studio tells Kotaku that The Baconing will be "more satisfying to play than last year's games," with a handful of new areas to explore, a brand new sidekick named "Bob from Marketing," and a quartet of new bosses to battle. Hothead also promises gamers will feel "more in control" of DeathSpank's moveset with an overhauled combat system.
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SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Hack & Slash
Platform: Xbox 360, PS3
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Sony Xperia Z1 Compact:
Sony Mobile today redefines the premium smartphone market with the introduction of Xperia Z1 Compact, offering the very best of Sony technologies from its flagship Xperia Z1, in a stylish new compact size. The device was announced at CES 2014.
"Xperia Z1 Compact is a welcome addition to our expanding range of premium Z series smartphones." said Kunimasa Suzuki, President and CEO, Sony Mobile Communications. "Xperia Z1 is a no-compromise feature-packed smartphone with a beautiful yet durable design. With Xperia Z1 Compact, we bring all of these premium features and performance, into a smaller size to give you the ultimate compact smartphone."
The world's best camera in a compact smartphone
Xperia Z1 Compact sets a new standard in premium smartphones. It features Sony's proven camera technologies to deliver the same level of performance and quality that you would find in a conventional compact digital camera – all in a beautifully crafted compact smartphone. The 20.7 megapixel camera phone is matched with 1/2.3-type CMOS image sensor Exmor RS for mobile, Sony's award-winning G Lens and intelligent BIONZ™ for mobile image processing engine resulting in superb photo quality.
Thanks to this unique combination of technologies, you can capture beautifully sharp and bright images even in lowlight conditions when a flash won't do. High shutter speeds and 3x clear image zoom prevent shots from being blurred while allowing you to capture from a distance, so that you never miss the moment. Superior Auto helps you shoot perfectly, with intelligent scene recognition technology to capture incredible images in an instant with no complicated settings. And because it's both waterproof and dust-resistant, this durable and versatile smartphone fits neatly into your life, so you can use it anytime, anywhere.
Unique social camera apps to enhance your camera experience
The Xperia Z1 Compact NFC phone comes pre-loaded with a suite of innovative Xperia Camera Apps to take your photography experience to a new level:
- Timeshift burst: Captures an impressive 61 frames in just two seconds so you get the perfect shot first time, every time.
- Info-eye™: An innovative visual search using your camera to provide information on landmarks, books and wine amongst others.
- Social live: Broadcast your videos live via Facebook and get your friends' comments right on your screen for the ultimate interactive sharing experience.
- AR effect: Have some creative fun with your pictures with SmartARTM augmented reality animations
In addition to these great pre-installed social camera apps, there's a whole range of extra apps for you to enjoy including Wikitude Places, Evernote, VI Sports and more. Simply go into your camera viewfinder, turn on Superior Auto and then click on '+Apps' to see all the latest apps to enhance your smartphone experience.
Beautiful and durable design
Xperia Z1 Compact includes all of the features of the acclaimed Xperia Z1, but offered in perfectly palm-sized proportions. Featuring Sony's stunning OmniBalance design, this dust-resistant and waterproof (IP55 & IP58) beauty is both sleek and durable from every angle. And with the dedicated camera button, you can even take photos or videos underwater. The Xperia Z1 Compact takes the style stakes a step further offering a choice of vibrant colour finishes including white, black, lime and pink to suit your individual taste. A clever design refinement is the new Glove Mode that lets you use your Xperia Z1 Compact even while wearing gloves, making it even easier to use your phone, no matter what the weather.
World's best battery performance in a premium compact smartphone
Xperia Z1 Compact offers ultra-fast performance and breathtaking graphics, thanks to the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPU and 4G LTE for amazing speed. The Xperia Z1 Compact also includes a 2300 mAh battery which provides outstanding, class-leading battery performance, despite its compact size.
Sony's Battery STAMINA Mode helps you stay connected for longer, as it automatically turns off functions to save power when you don't need them and restarts them when you do. So now you can leave the charger at home and never have to worry running out of power when you need it most – the Z1 Compact takes everyday demands in its stride.
Enjoy the best colour and sharpness
Built with Sony's latest BRAVIA® TV technologies optimized for mobile, the Xperia Z1 Compact incorporates a 4.3" TRILUMINOS™ HD Display for mobile, for a wider palette of rich, natural colours. Sony's exclusive X-Reality™ for mobile is an intelligent super resolution technology that finds and reproduces any lacking pixels, so you'll always be able to enjoy the clearest and sharpest videos.
Sony's media applications
Xperia Z1 Compact offers seamless access to both online and offline entertainment with these integrated Sony's media apps:
- PlayMemories Online – a cloud-based image and video service that is integrated into the Album application. A new 'All Sync' feature enables users to instantly auto-upload all of their photos without storage limitation.
- XperiaTM Privilege Movies – a unique Sony offering coming soon to South Africa which will enable consumers to download and enjoy a selection of box office hit movies like Elysium on your smartphone.
Switching to Xperia has never been easier
Xperia™ Transfer Mobile makes it easier than ever to switch from your existing Android or iOS handset to Xperia. It's the simple and easy way to seamlessly transfer your contacts, photos, bookmarks, apps, messages and much more from your old smartphone, swiftly and securely. And better still, no PC is required – simply transfer directly from phone-to-phone using NFC or the supplied cable. [Note: For those users switching from BlackberryTM or MicrosoftTM Windows Phone Operating systems, PC or Mac based Xperia™ Transfer is also available to simplify the transfer of contacts and content.]
Unrivalled ecosystem of companion products and smart accessories
Sony offers the most comprehensive range of innovative companion products and accessories to give you new ways to use and enjoy your smartphone. With 132 NFC enabled one-touch connected products – including TVs, headphones, audio speakers, tablets, and more – it has never been easier to connect and enjoy your content across multiple devices.
Key smartphone accessories to enhance your Xperia Z1 Compact experience include:
- QX100: High-performance 'lens-style' cameras designed for mounting on smartphones and operated through the smartphone screen.
- SmartWatch 2: Use as a second screen for Xperia Z1 Compact. Read messages, handle calls, easily access notifications – all from your wrist. Trigger the Xperia Z1 Compact camera shutter.
- DK32: Magnet charging cradle that offers a perfect viewing angle as you talk, watch and listen whilst charging your smartphone.
- SBH-80: Stereo Bluetooth Headset in a unique neckband-style design crafted from premium materials and supporting NFC, HD Voice and APT-X.
The Xperia Z1 Compact will launch in South Africa from February 2014, with an estimated RRP of R9000.
Sony Xperia E1:
Sony Mobile today introduces Xperia E1, a new Android smartphone that brings Sony's leading audio technologies together with expertise in display, design, performance and content to create a smartphone independently recognised as the "best smartphone in its class".
"Xperia E1 combines the best of Sony's audio technologies with a premium design and great hardware to create a smartphone for people who want to express themselves out loud." said Calum MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications. "It's a new, music focused player in our Xperia line-up that is underpinned by the best of Sony's design, display and content offers."
The best in its class
Xperia E1 is mid-tier smartphone with seriously premium credentials. A solid feel, fast processor and vivid 4" display combined with fast data speeds provides an all-round performance that is unrivalled by any other phone in its class, whilst its audio experience and content offer provides real differentiation.
Great music everywhere
Sony's audio heritage can be clearly heard in Xperia E1 as key technologies come together to produce a louder, cleaner sound. With ClearAudio+ mode, instantly enhance your listening experience and optimise the balance of frequencies whilst xLOUD ensures that your tracks sound as good as they should – loud and crystal clear.
Intuitive WalkmanTM controls
Sony's WalkmanTM technology hails from more than 30 years of premium audio experiences and Xperia E1 builds on this. Shake-to-shuffle controls and a dedicated "long press to launch" WalkmanTM button ensure that loading and navigating your tracks couldn't be easier, whilst the latest generation of Sony's "WALKMAN" App makes short work of combining on and offline music, creating playlists, as well as playing and sharing tracks.
Crystal clear 4" display
All of this is controlled from the vivid 4" touchscreen. Drawing on Sony's background in TV technology, Xperia E1 incorporates expertise from across Sony's digital display technologies to provide an immersive visual experience. Whether watching movies or viewing photos, the display looks both vibrant and clear.
The heart of your Sony experience
Xperia E1 connects via Bluetooth™ to Sony's extended eco system so whether it's through the SBH20 Stereo Bluetooth™ Headset for those who prefer to keep their music to themselves or the Bluetooth™ music receiver BM10 for those who need an even louder experience, Xperia E1 remains at the heart of your connected Sony music experience.
Xperia E1 features:
- 4" WVGA (800 x 480) display
- Fast 1.2 GHz dual core processor with 512 MB RAM and 4GB storage
- WalkmanTM key, shake to shuffle and hardware controls for easy music control
- Fast data speeds with Cat 14 HSPA+
- Available in white, black and purple
The Xperia E1 will launch in South Africa towards the end of the first quarter (April) of 2014, and is expected to carry a retail price below R2,000.


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Sponsors are beginning to sever ties with seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, who is currently embattled in a growing drug controversy.
Early Wednesday morning Nike Inc. said it would no longer support Armstrong, citing "insurmountable evidence that he participated in doping and misled [it] about those activities for more than a decade" as the reason for the decision, according to a release.
"Nike does not condone the use of illegal performance enhancing drugs in any manner," it said.
The announcement came just minutes after Armstrong announced that he would be stepping down as chairman of the Livestrong Foundation, a charity he created to help fight cancer–a disease he almost succumbed to before his miraculous seven-tour winning streak.
Hours after the Nike announcement, Anheuser-Busch Cos., the maker of Budweiser beer, said it would not renew its relationship with Armstrong at the end of this year, according to Reuters.
RadioShack Corp., the electronics retailer that began sponsoring Armstrong in 2009, also dissociated
itself from Armstrong on Wednesday, confirming to many news organizations that it does not currently support Armstrong, according to reports.
The latest blows to the Kingdom of Armstrong come a week after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency released a 1,000-page document revealing what it called a "a massive team doping scheme, more extensive than any previously revealed in professional sports history" that it said Armstrong used to help him win his seven titles.
The document was based partly on the testimony of 26 witnesses, 11 of whom were former teammates of Armstrong's, as well as "direct documentary evidence including financial payments, emails, scientific data, and laboratory test results that further prove the use, possession, and distribution of performance enhancing drugs by Lance Armstrong and confirm the disappointing truth about the deceptive activities of the USPS Team, a team that received tens of millions of American taxpayer dollars in funding," according to USADA.
After the USADA bombshell, many of Armstrong's teammates released statements admitting they had doped during their cycling careers, even though many of them had never tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
The USADA report came after Tyler Hamilton, a former teammate of Armstrong's who was disgraced after testing positive for performance enhancing drugs in 2004, released a tell-all book about his years in the European peloton. The book revealed the seedy underbelly of cycling in graphic, no nonsense prose, even detailing the tricks cyclists would use to pass drug tests while they were using. Hamilton has said in many interviews that he passed hundreds of drug tests that he shouldn't have.
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Miriam Carey's actions sparked a high-speed car chase on Thursday which ended with the 34-year-old mother from Stamford, Connecticut, being shot by officers.
Carey's one-year-old daughter, who was in the car with her at the time, was unharmed and has been taken into protective custody.
The incident came at a time of high political tension in the US capital, with Congress debating how to resolve the shutdown of the federal government when shots rang out.
Last night, Carey's sister Amy Carey-Jones said her sister "seemed OK" the last time they spoke more than a week ago.
She said her family had "a lot of questions" about her sister's death and why police opened fire.
"My sister was a loving mother, she was a law abiding citizen, she had no political agenda and she did not deserve to have her life cut down at the age of 34," she added.
A second sister, retired New York City police officer Valarie Carey, said police should not have used deadly force.
She said there was "no need for a gun to be used".
Speaking outside Valarie Carey's home in Brooklyn, both sisters said Miriam had been suffering from post-natal depression since the birth of her baby.
A federal law enforcement official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Carey held the delusional belief that President Barack Obama was communicating with her.
Carey had made delusional "expressions about the president in the past" and "believed there was some communications to her", and concerns about her mental health were reported in the last year to Stamford police, the official said.
Carey, who worked as a dental hygienist, had no previous run-ins with the US Secret Service, which is responsible for White House security, a law enforcement official said.
Police said there appeared to be no direct link to terrorism, and there was no indication Carey was armed.
Capitol Police Chief Kim Dine called it an "isolated, singular matter".
The chase began shortly after 2pm when a black Toyota Infiniti attempted to smash through the barricade close to the White House.
Video footage showed officers with guns drawn attempting to get the driver out of the vehicle.
But Carey spun the car around and sped away, knocking a law enforcement official.
The car raced up Pennsylvania Avenue toward the Capitol where Congress was in session.
Police chased and fired at the car, which came to a halt near the Capitol building, and she was shot dead.
By the end of the chase, two people were injured - a Secret Service member struck by the car outside the White House, and a Capitol Police officer whose vehicle hit a barricade during the chase.


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It was a morning to remember. I hiked down the hill to get the big wide shot of Triunfo Canyon in all its glory. After weeks of rain the mountains are putting on quite a show. At the risk of being redundant I posted some other versions to my Trek sites. I hope you all will indulge me.
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tontonjc (6623) 2005-03-03 15:26
Splendide ! Nuages , brume , et de jolies sommets qui sortent de cet univers .
Bravo pour cette composition
toni_al (15875) 2005-03-03 15:38
Joli paysage.
LCannon (2798) 2005-03-03 15:49
David, I'm so glad you've posted this, it's so shimmery almost like liquid silver. My favorite thing about hiking is the "shows" unfortunately you never quite capture the glory that you remember, although here I think you've come close! Super colors and play of light. Well done, wish I was hiking there now.
shangri-la (353) 2005-03-03 16:07
wahow! impressionnants ces nuages... mieux vaut être au-dessus, qu'en-dessous...
Albrecht (11281) 2005-03-03 16:44
Very beautiful. The cloudy moring atmosphere inm the mountains is always wonderfull to see.
jsec (2154) 2005-03-03 17:27
Ansel Adams would approve. Very strong image. Congratulations
Coyotyto (1305) 2005-03-03 17:37
Hello David !
Very beautiful !
Clouds and fog are really great here, letting some time some landscape through them. I really like the play of the light.
tomaszmarcinek (1507) 2005-03-04 8:40
Oh, wow! Really catchin' the eye. I envy people I wasn't there at the right time, when I see such nice shots. Wishes, Tom.
eev99 (1264) 2005-03-17 9:58
That is an amazing picture. I love the composition and the softness projected by this image.
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Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District has heightened security at several school campuses after rumors began circulating recently of threats at Saginaw, Boswell and Chisholm Trail high schools.
The school district said the district learned of threats late last week and that they have worked with law enforcement to investigate each and every report received. Officials said no "evidence to substantiate the original rumor, or any rumors thereafter" has been found.
The district said it will continue to take the rumored threats seriously and that students should report any information they have to school staff.
The following letter was sent home to Saginaw High School families:
Dear SHS Families,
I am contacting you today to address rumors that are circling regarding the safety and security of our campus. Late last week, we received a report regarding an alleged threat to the security of the campus. In partnership with Saginaw Police Department and our administrative team, we have thoroughly investigated this report and have been unable to substantiate any of the details.
Even though these rumors are so far unsubstantiated, we are taking additional precautions to insure the safety of our students and staff. We have increased the presence of our staff in our hallways and at lunch. For the time being, we are also implementing additional security measures inside and outside of the school.
I will be communicating with our staff and students to reassure them of our actions regarding this situation. If you still have concerns about the safety of your student, please contact your house office staff (see below).
Even though we are not able to validate the facts provided, we take very seriously the charge we've been given to protect our students and staff and continue to monitor this situation closely.
David Priddy
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Intel Modem Crashing System
I've been through a lot of places seeking my solution. I haven't found it at all.
I have a Slackware 9.1 running on kernel 2.4.26 recently compiled. My problem is with modem Intel 537 v.90 Winmodem. Some time ago i have already amke the modem work modem in this kernel but in other compilation, but this time i couldn't make ti run as well. I don't know what to do.
Tnx 4 all
If my english is not that clean is cuz i'm from brazil
See if you can search around for and specific configuration issues with the modem. You might want to try the mfg. to see if they have any support for linux. If not you may want to revisit how you did it last time, or restart the install from scratch.
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The move of the Marion County Elections Office next year – from its location on South Commercial to the Courthouse Square Complex in central Salem – has some voters' rights advocates concerned that residents could find it more difficult to receive election services. But county officials maintain that the benefits of the move are crucial to the county.
The Elections Office has been located at 4263 Commercial Street SE since 1994, at a lease of $200,000/year. John Lattimer, CEO of Marion County, calls it "very expensive and out of the way." He describes the upcoming move "a cost, efficiency and taxpayer savings decision."
Plans have all Marion County Clerk operations being consolidated into one address when the Courthouse Complex reopens in May 2014. Lattimer says the decision to move Elections was made by the Board of County Commissioners at his recommendation, as part of an effort to save the county money.
However, budget concerns might be solved other ways, say voting rights advocates like retired attorney Tina Calos of Salem, while the Courthouse Square location potentially poses "enormous access challenges" for voters.
The present location has 100 parking spaces and a one-story ground floor, compared to street stalls in the already-congested streets downtown. The new office will be on the second floor, requiring stairs or elevator.
Frustration and a crush of citizens may be inevitable. While officials in favor of the move suggest additional drop boxes be installed for ballots, this wouldn't solve the needs of hundreds of voters who must come to the counter year-round. Calos notes, "A huge group have to come in to get replacement ballots, because they moved or their signature changed… They have to go in person, and I do see significant problems for them."
There will be especially grim hassles on elections days, when those who want to drop off ballots in person often bring well over 3,000 inside. Last November Elections also issued 645 new ballots to walk-ins that same day. Jan Williamson, former Marion County GOP Chairman, says, "Congestion-wise, moving elections downtown sounds like 'out of the frying pan, into the fire.'"
Al Davidson, Marion County Clerk from 1984-2004, calls relocating to Courthouse Square "a horrible mistake." He describes the South Commercial facility as cramped and "barely adequate" and adds, "All the logistical problems of that place would be greatly amplified downtown."
Courthouse Square provides Elections with less than 300 square feet additional room – and no room to expand.
Marion County Clerk Bill Burgess' says his priority is voter accessibility. "People have a more joyful experience, when they can get in, do their business and get out easily." He admits, "I'm concerned that [Courthouse Square] may be more challenging for my customers."
Burgess has considered the industrial nature of his work as it relates to downtown. "An election facility is more like a manufacturing plant than a Class-A office," he says, "it's… an industrial assembly and processing operation. We sometimes have more than 400 boxes of envelopes and inserts delivered."
Then, there is the temporary staff of 30 to assemble ballot packets, and, at other times, 80 – 100 to process returned ballots. The special requirements of the office may be inconsistent, Salem CityWatch's Richard Reid suggests, with a downtown office located on a second floor, whose underground parking structure is not tall enough to allow trucks and which doesn't offer parking for customers – much less a fluctuating workforce.
Meanwhile, 2014 approaches and the lease has already been cancelled for the South Commercial location. Because voter access and election services are of paramount importance in a democracy, some wonder if there might be a new site for Elections that is superior to Courthouse Square and also cost-efficient for the county.
Burgess is willing to entertain the idea. "Maybe it would be a good idea to look for a more suitable place where we could serve our customers better."


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Hyundai's new i30: first pic
What you're looking at is the next Hyundai i30, revealed ahead of its Frankfurt motor show world premiere.
That is of course, if you're looking at the picture directly above and not the image of a man at the top. That is a 'Jeremy Clarkson'.
No, this is the company's second stab at executing its 'fluidic sculpture' design theme, the first being the ix-onic concept revealed at the 2009 Geneva motor show. According to Hyundai's chief designer Thomas Bürkle, the ambition was to create a car "which looks athletic while exuding a sense of constant motion, even when stationary", and a car that allies itself closely to the new i40.
"We want people to recognise the Hyundai design on those two models", Mr Bürkle added. And that rather splendid body was designed and engineered at the company's technical centre in Rüsselsheim, Germany.
No word on engines as yet but the i30's mechanical undergarments are based on the Kia c-apostrophe-dee, a car Top Gear is intimately knowledgeable about. And we like our little Cee'd.
We'll bring you more as it drops, but for now, why not nibble on the digital cracker Hyundai has given us, and tell us what it tastes like. Ritz, or generic own brand?
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Asheville: Brewgrass FestivalPosted by Pop The Cap on September 23rd, 2006
When: Saturday, September 23, 2006
Where: Market Street in the Historic "Block"
Time: 12-7p.m.
From the Brewgrass Festival web site:
Each year in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, we gather over 30 American breweries to showcase more than 100 different beers. We add a great lineup of national and regional bluegrass musicians that, in the past, has included such notables as Jimmy Martin, J.D. Crowe, The Osborne Brothers, Norman Blake, Tony Trischka, Bad Livers, Valerie Smith, Tony Furtado, Yonder Mountain String Band, and Sons Of Ralph. We also feature a variety of area food vendors and plenty of water.
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By Casey Cyr, Get Real

We all know that worrying doesn't help a situation more than beating our heads against a wall does to find an answer to a question, but how many of us still worry?

I find that the more I don't know in a given circumstance the more my mind races to try to find all the possible outcomes in an attempt to keep a sense of "control."

However, most of the time this adds a massive amount of stress and can even make us physically ill depending on how long it lasts. Is it really worth it?

I've heard it said that worrying doesn't add anything to your life, so why do we do it? Sure that seems easy to say, but during a problem it may not come so easy.

All that worry seems to take away our peace and joy so we can't make confident decisions. I've found in my own life that one way to combat this nasty little joy-sucker is to trust. When we can bring ourselves to trust that something good will come out of a bad situation, it can bring a sense of peace to our minds and help us to think straight again to make a wise decision. Trusting is like going out on a limb and believing that it will not snap the further you venture out there. It is risky, but is worth it.

There was an incident in my first year of university when I distinctly remember learning to trust. It was February and I was just about to head home for reading week but didn't have a place to live the next year. A couple of girls from my residence floor asked me if I wanted to move in with them but something didn't sit right about it. I also knew a girl that lived on another wing of my residence hall, but she already had five others living with her and the house was filled up so all my options were exhausted. For some odd reason I decided that if I'm supposed to be in Guelph the next year, everything would work out. It took a conscious effort not to worry about it and to leave it alone.

Sure enough, a couple of hours later, after I decided I wasn't going to let it stress me out, the girl I knew from the other wing came to my door and let me know there was a space for me in her house because one of the girls backed out and was going to live on campus. I was pleasantly surprised and knew this was the right choice. The six of us lived together for the next three years.

Sometimes it can be difficult to leave worrying out of the mix of our decision-making, but once you know, it is so worth the peace that you feel in your heart and mind when you choose to trust. This year, let's make it a habit to leave worry behind and let trust be our secure foundation for making great decisions. We won't regret it.


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The New River Valley Job Fair Expo will be held Wednesday, April 2, at New River Community College in Dublin. The event will be held in Edwards Hall, room 117, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Job seekers attending the expo will have an opportunity to distribute resumes and connect with more than 40 local employers from a variety of fields. Attendees are advised to "dress for success" and bring at least 20 to 25 resumes. NRCC's career advisors will also be on-site to answer job search questions and review resumes.
The event offers companies and organizations an opportunity to survey potential employees including seasonal workers, technically trained entry-level employees, recent college graduates and experienced professionals.
The NRV Job Fair Expo is sponsored by the NRCC Office of Workforce Development, Partners for Self-Sufficiency (A Partnership among Montgomery County, Giles County, Pulaski County, Floyd County, and Radford City Departments of Social Services), New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Investment Board, Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, Virginia Employment Commission and Rapid Response.
This year's expo is also a certified "Virginia Green" event. The Virginia Green program helps encourage environmentally sound practices throughout the state.
More information including a list of employers attending, tips for job seekers and registration for employer exhibit booths, are available at www.nr.edu/jobfair .
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Good showing for county athletes at Blue Devil Open
MENOMONIE - Ellsworth and Elmwood-Plum City's boys and girls prep tack and field teams participated at 18-team Blue Devil Open held at UW-Stout's Johnson Fieldhouse Tuesday.
E-PC's boys squad has an impressive sixth place showing while Ellsworth in the boys' meet. Ellsworth's girls also scored well in their meet while the Red Devils were 15th. The competition including a mix of Division 1, 2 and 3 schools from around with Wisconsin along with Class AAA Rochester, Minn. Century.
Elmwood-PC's boys team had two first places: Alex Gilles in the 400-meter run in :53.58 seconds and the team's 1600-meter relay squad in 3:30.39. E-PC's 3200-meter relay team was second in 8:51. E-PC's Gabe Rodriguez placed third in the 200-meter dash in :23.70 seconds.
Ellsworth's girls were led by Lydia Kuhl's second place showing in the long jump with a lead of 14 feet, 11 inches. The 1600-meter relay team finished fifth and Carlie Melstrom had the second fastest time in the 55-meter dash behind state champion Maya Vasquez of Arcadia in the prelims before placing fourth in the finals. Kuhl also finished fifth in the 55-meter hurdles.
For more on the meet read next week's Herald or check out the full results on the links below.


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easter egg in design studio
easter egg in design studio
Not sure what you did, but I haven't been able to recreate it. :(
Heh. I betcha there's a dozen more.
I had the exact same experience on my iPhone (3GS) the night the Model S DS went live. At the factory event I mentioned it to the people at the Design Studio kiosk outside the ride area. One of them had heard about issue, then he asked someone of authority in the area and he suspected it may be a carry-over from the Roadster DS.
Programmers and designers of software are incurable about such things. They dislike the digital anonymity, so sneak in little insider tricks that only they know about. Which defeats the purpose, so a few near insiders are let in on it. Eventually they're all outed.
As long as it's just cutsey stuff, it's probably harmless. But it's the same tech as "back doors". Firms have been blackmailed by disgruntled ex-employees with such things. Publicity and prosecutions are extremely rare, for obvious reasons.
I figured it out (by looking at the code, lol). It's probably easier to accidentally trigger on the iPhone due to it's interface, but here's what you do:
On the iPhone -- using swipes and taps -- up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, then tap tap tap
On a desktop browser -- use your arrow keys -- up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, b, a, enter
It's the Konami code if you're familiar with it. It's a famous video game code used to unlock extra lives, hidden features, etc. They actually used Konami-js to add the functionality into the builder which is available at http://code.google.com/p/konami-js/
I just checked -- the feature does exist and work on the roadster's design studio. On the Model S design studio it shows an extra view entry with a not found thumbnail which if you click on it, it loads the view of the S on the street.
They apparently didn't intend for the extra views easter egg to be available on the Model S design studio (yet?).
The work to add in extra views to the Roadster view involved some photography / artist work and likely was designed into the design studio rather than being a rogue programmer's work. My guess is that they forgot about that functionality when moving over to the Model S. Either that or they decided that the work to remove it then later add back in full functionality to the design studio was not worth the work for the few people who might stumble on it in the meantime.
My guess is the former rather than the latter -- a small easter egg gets lost in testing sometimes. In fact, that's my understanding of how the original Konami code got out to the public. Testers asked for help getting through a difficult game, so programmers addd it and then forgot to remove it after testing completed and it ended up in the final product.
mwu, isn't javascript great? :-) Thanks for taking the time, great findings (and a very appropriate comment).
JS has it's quirkiness for sure, but I do like working with it. In fact, I'm working with another developer on an HTML5 based multiplayer game using websockets and canvas tag. Got a full collision detection system written in JS which is awesome.


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Twister Hits Kentucky Derby Track
It was a free-for-all at Kentucky's Churchill Downs on Wednesday night after a twister hit and knocked down a few barns, sending horses scattering at the racetrack that hosts the Kentucky Derby each year. At least five barns were damaged, but all of the stables' 1,300 horses have been recovered and put safely back in their stalls. The storm was part of a flash of twisters that swept across Louisville Wednesday night. No injuries were reported, and the track's famous twin spires were spared.


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Convenient and modern business platform enhances Hong Kong's competitiveness as international logistics hub
Faced with mounting competition from neighbouring countries such as mainland China and Singapore, Hong Kong's trading and logistics industry must operate in a more cost-efficient environment if it is to get ahead.
In view of this, an open electronic platform has been developed by Digital Trade and Transportation Network Limited (DTTNCo) to facilitate speedy data-transfer mechanisms for the trading, logistics and finance industries.
"We have created an electronic document exchange platform and vast data storage infrastructure. These have been strategically built to meet the needs of the logistics and trading industries," says Bernard Fung, chief operations officer of DTTNCo. Given buy-and-sell transactions can involve as many as nine parties, including a buyer, a seller, freight forwarders, carriers, terminals, banks, insurance institutions, inspection bodies and governments, the documentation processes and systems can consume substantial resources. "DTTN's biggest value lies in its coversion mechanism, via which document formats are made compatible so that all registered users can retrieve documents wherever there is an Internet access," Mr Fung says. In terms of cost-effectiveness, monthly net saving can reach HK$300,000, according to a cost benefit analysis conducted by a major global forwarder who has been utilising DTTN services.
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According to Mr Fung, turning the traditional mostly paper-intensive operation model into a paperless one is relatively easy in terms of technology. The ultimate challenge, however, is to change the mindset of the other parties involved, particularly SMEs. "They may feel reluctant to invest resources in upgrading or altering their existing systems," he says. "To the more established companies, on the other hand, it would just be a matter of integrating our services into their existing systems."
In light of this, DTTNCo has designed its marketing strategies to include incentive schemes including special offers and volume discount plans; and peripheral IT support. "Some companies may not consider IT development a top priority, so we must adopt a proactive approach and help them see the full picture and the benefits of our endeavour," Mr Fung says.
DTTN is a contemporary international concept and has attracted the attention of many developed countries. "Document exchange is possible between two regional DTTN systems," he says. "In November this year, Singapore will launch its own DTTN, and discussions with France, Spain and Mexico have been initiated. It's only a matter of time until the whole world is virtually connected up."
DTTNCo's portfolio currently comprises around 1,000 client companies and that number is growing rapidly. Mr Fung believes the key to success is to create a critical mass, which in turn generates a cohesive force. "When more clients sign on, others will follow," he says. "We are very optimistic about DTTN's further growth."
In the fast-paced global business environment, competition is only going to get keener. Companies refusing to change will lag behind and lose out on business deals and growth opportunities while progressive companies will surge ahead. "Leaders in the industry are constantly looking for more efficient ways of doing business," Mr Fung says. "They will help lead the way and those who want to do business with them will have to upgrade their systems. This will subsequently create an 'everyone wins' situation for parties involved."
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Currently, two expert teams are working side-by-side to further the DTTN concept and its functionality. "We have one IT team responsible for developing and maintaining the DTTN platform and the client portal," Mr Fung explains. "They deal with the technical aspects such as service, resilience and security." The other team is responsible for business implementation, with major tasks including onsite systems setup and client education.
The company's growing client portfolio calls for an increasing number of staff, particularly for the business implementation team. "System integration with multinationals requires substantial time and human resources, from the initial negotiation to implementation," Mr Fung says. "We must thoroughly understand our clients' business processes and try to meet their needs. Our staff must be equipped with all-round knowledge because we're dealing with a wide spectrum of clients and no two clients operate the same system."
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Frugi Navy/Iris Swoop Top
This navy wrap-over top is ideal for wearing when pregnant or breastfeeding. It will accommodate a growing bump and has a built-in navy vest which makes breastfeeding on the go a doddle. This top is an essential throughout pregnancy and beyond. Made from stretchy organic cotton slub jersey, it's lovely and soft next to your skin.
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Frugi clothing really is something to get excited about. Fab designs that children and parents love with all kinds of wonderful colours and playful prints. Frugi clothing is made from soft organic cotton that's kind to sensitive skin making it eczema friendly. Fair trade and organic certified Frugi cotton isn't sprayed with any chemical pesticides that can harm the environment, the cotton farmers and your skin so it's super eco-friendly. Everything is made in Fair trade factories in India where employees are given a fair wage as well as access to a free GP for them and their families. Planet Frugi, we care what kids wear!


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Cowen: Public needs to wake up to current financial crisis
TAOISEACH Brian Cowen says people need to wake up and realise that the economy is going down the tubes.
In a grim assessment of where Ireland stands today, Mr Cowen said that many people still do not realise how badly shaken the public finances are.
He notes that the country will have to borrow €14bn next year just to stay afloat, but defended the Bank Guarantee Scheme, arguing that it won't cost the Government a cent.
In an interview carried in the latest edition of Hot Press magazine, Mr Cowen also reiterates his apology over the medical card fiasco.
"The Government has to paint this picture sufficiently vividly for people. Next year you are going to see an increase in unemployment -- it could be over 70,000 at least," he said.
Figures released yesterday by the Central Statistics Office already show that unemployment stands at an 11-year high, and Mr Cowen explained: "We'll be borrowing €13bn or €14bn next year.
"Our national debt will rise because of the fact that we have to borrow €8bn to invest in our capital programme -- but that's the right thing to do because there will be a return on that investment."
He added: "You have to recognise that the country next year, on day-to-day expenditure, will be spending €4,700m more than what's coming in, in taxes."
According to the Taoiseach "the meltdown" on Wall Street should be clear for all to see and its subsequent impact on Ireland is becoming more obvious every day.
He said: "This financial crisis is of a kind that hasn't been seen since the 1920s."
Mr Cowen described this year's economic developments as a "major shock" for the global system, adding: "Its impact is not yet fully known."
And he warned that if once-prosperous Iceland can find itself in serious financial problems, Irish people must be aware how serious things here could get.
"There's financial turmoil out there, from which we cannot go on thinking we are immune.
"There are some countries facing very serious problems -- look at what happened in Iceland and look at how the IMF had to provide a package for Hungry, which is a member of the European Union.
"The Korean economy is under severe pressure this week and its currency dropped 30pc. Every economy seems to be going into recession."
Speaking about the Bank Guarantee Scheme, Mr Cowen said: "The banks can use the reputation of Ireland as a means of getting access to funds on the international markets so as to keep business going here."
On the subject of the medical card controversy, which led to 15,000 pensioners protesting outside the Dail, the Taoiseach said he regretted the whole affair and wished to apologise.
"I want to take this opportunity to reiterate the Government's regret in causing any anxiety, as that was never our intention. I very much regret that, and I apologise for it."


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Fleeing scandal, stage sensation Savannah Reed swaps sparkles and satin for calico and wool to be Morrow Creek' telegraph operator. Through the wires, she finds her new leading man, but when he arrives—shot and left for dead on her doorstep—Savannah suspects she's jumped out of the limelight and into the fire….
Detective Adam Corwin awakens to Savannah's bewitching smile, but she's mistaken him for her mail-order groom! Now Adam must tell Savannah that her future husband is a wanted outlaw and the danger's barely begun….


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His words come three months after the German car-marker was revealed to have been using illegal software called a "defeat device" on about 11 million of its diesel cars to dodge US environmental laws on emissions. The brands affected worldwide were VW and its Audi, SEAT and Skoda.
The scandal saw the resignation of chief executive Martin Winterkorn, who had been head of the company since 2007, before he was replaced by Matthias Mueller.
Speaking on the eve of an auto show in the city of Detroit, Mr Mueller said: "We know we deeply disappointed our customers, the responsible government bodies, and the general public here in America.
"I apologise for what went wrong at Volkswagen," he added, promising that the auto giant is "fully committed to making things right".
Mr Mueller also announced the company will invest a further $900m (£620m) in the US to build a new SUV at its Chattanooga plant.
This will create approximately 2,000 jobs.
Details of Mr Mueller's US trip have not been revealed publicly but the Environmental Protection Agency says he is due to meet with its administrator Gina McCarthy on Wednesday.
Late last week, it was announced that sales of VW's flagship brand fell 4.8% last year as the company struggled to contain the fallout from the emissions scandal.
VW sold 295,300 fewer cars in 2015 despite the emissions scandal not being revealed until September, meaning that further impact could be felt well in to 2016.


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Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani embarked on a five-day official trip to China on Wednesday, amidst strained ties between Pakistan and the United States.
Kayani's visit, at the invitation of the Chinese leadership, is the first in recent years.
The army chief will call on the political and military leadership of China during his visit, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a brief statement.
His interactions will "encompass the complete range of Pakistan-China relations related to security and defence," the statement added, without giving details.
A military official told The Express Tribune that the general is expected to meet the Chinese president and prime minister, besides other top security officials.
His discussions will certainly focus on current developments, including the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and the US following the November 26 Nato airstrikes on Pakistani check posts, which killed 24 troops.
General Kayani will brief the Chinese leadership about a review by Pakistan to rewrite terms of engagement with the US, the official added.
His visit is also being seen as an attempt by Islamabad to reach out to regional players such as China, Russia and other neighbouring countries to offset any negative fallout in ties with Washington.
"We want to take our relationship with China to the next level," a security official said.
He added that Kayani will also discuss with the Chinese leadership cooperation in counter-terrorism measures.
Security cooperation
China has privately voiced concerns that Muslim separatists operating in the Northern Xinjiang and Kashger provinces are being trained by al Qaeda and the Taliban in the tribal areas of Pakistan.
Last year, Director General of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Lt General Ahmed Shuja Pasha dashed to Beijing to assure China that Pakistan was committed to dismantling such training camps.
For the first time, the two countries recently held brigade-level counter-terrorism exercises to bolster security and intelligence cooperation.
In recent years, China, the largest supplier of military equipment to Pakistan, has provided Pakistan frigates, combat jets and other gear at subsidised prices or against soft loans.
Kayani's visit is part of a series of high-level exchanges between the two countries in recent years. Last month, Chinese vice premier and State Councilor Dai Bingguo toured Islamabad to reassure Pakistan his country's 'unflinching support.'
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I had the true honor of attending the graduation of the first incoming class of students at the Philadelphia School of the Future. It was an inspiring day celebrating a group of amazing students who have defied odds, embraced change, and overcome many obstacles to deliver…as we expected…an amazing result. All School of the Future graduating seniors have college or continuing education plans. But perhaps even more important…all students graduate with a recognition that they've only achieved one step…they EXPECT MORE of themselves, their education and their future. In a neighborhood where for some staying off drugs or out of jail is seen as an accomplishment…all 117 graduates face their life after high school with an optimism for what's ahead and an understanding of their potential, and as Chief Learner Rosalind Chivis remarked at the close of the ceremonies...and a knowledge that "life is what YOU make it".
As I reflect back on the opening of the school more than 4 years ago…in addition to the happy and exuberant incoming Freshmen…I most remember and often reflect on the parents and guardians who joined us for the opening celebration. They had the insight to recognize the opportunity their children had been given and foresight to recognize that lives would change as a result. I saw many of the same parents during the ceremony…and while all realized their initial impressions were right on the mark…what was unexpected was the scope of changes. It started by bringing a computer into their homes and the resulting influence on other children in the household and the caregivers themselves. It blossomed into a deeper appreciation of learning and skills development, and it culminated it an expectation across the family that things can be better. We started with a question of "what if"…we end with a question of "what's next".
There were no computers on display at the ceremony…no PowerPoint slides to run through or richly crafted videos to watch…only accomplished graduates, proud parents, glowing educators, and real JOY. In many ways this mirrors the ultimate goal of the school…one that I think has often been misunderstood. The school has never set out to deliver on the potential for technology to transform learning…but to demonstrate how transforming learning can help deliver on the potential of all students. We didn't seek to bring all sorts of innovative technology into the school to marvel at the innovation and admire the fancy gadgets. Instead we worked alongside a vast community of partners and leaders to imagine what's possible when you think holistically about change, enable broad transformation, shift expectations for all, and support the work with technology. This is the kind of model than can scale broadly…and enrich EVERY school…create a new norm.
I am humbled by the dedication and commitment of the staff of educators at the school who have truly made a difference in so many ways. I'm appreciative of the efforts of a supportive community that has truly embraced the school and helped drive it's success. But most of all, I'm excited for what lies ahead for the 117 students receiving diplomas. My hope is they will set an example for their peers and never stop raising the bar for themselves, and in doing so, permanently lift the bar for those who follow.


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Bastrop overviewYou can take in the local culture of Bastrop at Museum & Visitor Center of the Bastrop County Historical Society and Bastrop Opera House. Make memories at Lumberyard Music Hall and Fisherman's Park. If you're looking for a new favorite getaway, look no further than Bastrop.
Where to stay in BastropWhether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Bastrop has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Bastrop with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Bastrop hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Bastrop hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.
How to get to BastropFly in to Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.), 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from downtown Bastrop.
What to see around BastropFun activities such as biking, golf, and sightseeing are at hand, along with attractions such as:
- • E/Z Picken
- • Rocky Hill
- • Lost Pines Golf Club
- • Pine Forest Golf Club
- • ColoVista Golf Club
- • Museum & Visitor Center of the Bastrop County Historical Society
- • Bastrop Opera House
- • Lumberyard Music Hall
- • Dinosaur Park
- • Central Texas Museum of Automotive History
- • Fisherman's Park
- • Bastrop State Park
- • McKinney Roughs Nature Park
- • Huber Lake
- • Walter E. Long Park
- • The Crossing
- • Bastrop State Park
- • Lake Bastrop
- • Wolfdancer Golf Club
- • Buescher State Park
When to visit BastropIf you're still deciding when to visit, here are the seasonal norms to help you plan:
Seasonal temperature averages
- January-March: 75°F day, 40°F night
- April-June: 92°F day, 53°F night
- July-September: 96°F day, 64°F night
- October-December: 85°F day, 39°F night
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Issue No. 09 - September (1995 vol. 44)
pp: 1144-1149
DOI Bookmark: http://doi.ieeecomputersociety.org/10.1109/12.464393

<it>Abstract</it>—A <it>k</it>-EMCTN is obtained by adding <it>k</it> more stages in front of a multistage cube-type network (MCTN). It is shown that a permutation is admissible to a <it>k</it>-EMCTN if and only if the conflict graph is 2<super><it>k</it></super>-colorable. For the case <it>k</it>= 1, an <it>O</it>(<it>NlgN</it>) algorithm is given for constructing the conflict graph, which leads to an <it>O</it>(<it>NlgN</it>) admissibility algorithm. Furthermore, it is shown that Ω(<it>NlgN</it>) bits must be checked in the binary representation of a permutation for determining its admissibility.

Conflict graph, extra-stage cube-type network, lower bound, graph coloring, permutation admissibility.
Xiaojun Shen, "An Optimal O(NlgN) Algorithm for Permutation Admissibility to Extra-Stage Cube-Type Networks", IEEE Transactions on Computers, vol. 44, no. , pp. 1144-1149, September 1995, doi:10.1109/12.464393


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EMERYVILLE, Calif. and NEW YORK, June 29, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:LF), today unveiled LeapPad(TM), a personalized learning tablet designed for kids ages four and up. As the leader in educational entertainment, LeapFrog has combined the latest technology, enhanced educational curriculum, and most entertaining characters to fuel a child's learning in a durable form factor that mirrors popular adult tablets. LeapPad, now available for pre-sale, is revolutionizing the way children learn by offering the next generation in learning, digital reading and personal creativity. Designed with best-in-class educational curriculum and featuring endless and fun ways to play, this new tablet will be on every family's wish list this year.
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"We wanted LeapPad to offer kids the ability to create their own personalized experiences and have fun while learning at their own pace with content that automatically adjusts to their skill level," said Craig Hendrickson, senior vice president and chief product officer for LeapFrog. "LeapPad's apps inspire kids to explore their inner creativity. Whether doodling on photos taken with the built-in camera, creating a story about themselves in the Story Studio, or bringing their favorite characters to life with the Animation Studio, there is truly something for every child."
Not Your Parent's Tablet
Designed for little hands and big imaginations, LeapPad will launch with LeapFrog's largest library ever and offers more than 100 learning game cartridges, books, apps and videos, by year end. Expanding the fun across platforms, the existing library of Leapster Explorer game cartridges and apps is cross compatible with LeapPad.
Unique to LeapFrog products, games auto-adjust so kids can learn at just the right pace - and each LeapPad book app is actually three books in one - offering each story at three different levels. LeapPad even remembers a child's progress from game to game and book to book to keep the content challenging and engaging. Kids can build a strong learning foundation with phonics skills, mathematics and spelling, and then take learning beyond the basics to geography, world languages, music, creativity, science and life skills such as brushing their teeth. As they embark on new learning adventures, kids can also practice their writing skills with step-by-step guidance and a child-sized stylus.
LeapPad is All About You!
Built with 2 GB of memory, LeapPad encourages learning on the go and inspires curious minds to imagine more with a complete suite of innovative creativity tools featuring a built-in camera and video recorder, microphone, as well as art, story, and photo studios. Adding even more fun, kids can stretch, stamp or draw on their pictures to create personalized snapshots. LeapPad's Animation Studio teaches children how to animate beloved Disney characters.
With Story Studio, kids create their own stories all about them using the built-in camera, personalized artwork, and even their own voice. This new app offers kids the opportunity to create more than 27,000 story combinations, including imagining what they want to be when they grow up, building their own family tree and more. Best of all, LeapPad allows parents to easily and instantly share their children's masterpieces with family and friends via email or Facebook.
Experience a Brand New Way to Read!
Kids will experience an entirely new way to read with LeapPad reading apps - interactive cinematic book experiences designed to guide children through the story and develop a whole new love of reading. The variety of entertaining features engage children page after page. Each book is actually three books in one, as children read at their own pace with auto-adjustment of the story text.
Children can touch the words to hear them sounded out and benefit from a visual dictionary to help build phonics, comprehension and vocabulary skills. With the microphone, children can record their own narration and show their parents what they have learned. These apps bring reading to life through animation and motion-based activities while featuring popular characters such as Disney's Lightning McQueen and Cinderella, helping children improve their reading skills.
Tech Specs
LeapPad has 2 GB of memory, and a 5" touch screen with 480x272 resolution. It offers kids motion-based play with a sensor and includes a built-in camera, video recorder, microphone and stylus.
LeapPad will be sold at MSRP $99.99 USD, with downloadable apps priced at MSRP $5.00 USD and up and game cartridges at MSRP $24.99 USD. LeapPad is now available in green and pink, and for pre-sale at major retailers in the U.S., Canada, UK and Ireland. For details visit leapfrog.com/LeapPad. LeapPad will be available at major retail locations beginning August 15 and in other countries such as Australia and New Zealand later in the year.
About LeapFrog
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. is an education innovator and a leading developer of educational entertainment for children. LeapFrog's award-winning product portfolio is designed to help every child achieve their full potential by delivering best-in-class curriculum through engaging and age-appropriate technology-based platforms and toys. The Learning Path, LeapFrog's proprietary online destination for parents and extended family, provides personalized feedback on a child's learning progress and offers product recommendations to enhance each child's learning experience. Through the power of play, LeapFrog's products and curriculum help children of all ages prepare for life and academic success. LeapFrog's products are available in more than 45 countries and have been used by teachers in more than 100,000 U.S. classrooms. LeapFrog is based in Emeryville, California and was founded in 1995 by a father who revolutionized technology-based learning solutions to help his child learn how to read. Come see the learning at www.leapfrog.com.
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About This Activity
Run Fees
$37 Basic Registration, $48.00 Plus Registration, $59.50 Premium Registration
Walk Fees
$25 Basic Registration, $30.00 Plus Registration
Late Registration
Fees will increase by $5 one-month prior to the race date and by $10 one-week prior to the race.
Brief Description
National Veterans Day Run 11K returns in 2012 in at least 10 cities across the United States. Founded as a way to honor our men and women who have or are currently serving in the United States military, the National Veterans Day Run is your opportunity to say thank you to those that have served. Once again, we will offer $11 basic registration to Veterans and active duty military as a way of saying "Thank you" for your service.
Race Cap (Capacity)
10,000 entries.
Registration Details
Registration includes collectable race bib and commemorative finisher';s pin. Runners will receive a d-tag shoe timing tag and a commemorative finisher';s medal; along with official results, and online finisher';s certificate. Registration fees also cover the costs of permitting, emergency services, security, water, toilets and cleanup associated with the race. Registration fees are non-refundable, non-transferable and are not tax-deductible.
Registrants who purchase a Plus Registration will receive a cotton participant shirt with a unique design to commemorate the event, and registrants who purchase a Premium Registration will receive a technical-t participant shirt. The Basic registration does NOT include t-shirt. Registrants who purchase Plus and Premium registration can pick up their shirts at Packet Pickup or after the race at the finish line - t-shirts are not mailed out before the race.
For everyone';s safety and enjoyment, strollers are allowed, but we ask anyone pushing any wheeled object to please start at the back of the race.
Race Charity and Veterans
Our panel of active-duty military members has chosen the Wounded Warrior Project as the designated charity for the 2012 National Veterans Day Run series. All runners will have an opportunity to support this and other Veterans causes by:
- Donating or raising funds directly for the Wounded Warrior Project.
- Symbolizing your gratitude to our veterans, who have sacrificed for our freedom by donating $11 so we can give a Veteran an $11 entry to the race
- Race-day bag check is available $5 per runner. The $5 fee will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project.
- The $11 race day packet pickup fee will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project (packet pickup is free prior to race day)
- 100% of the BASIC registration fee (up to $25) for each walk registration will be donated directly to the Wounded Warrior Project
You will have the warm opportunity to run and walk with these honorable men and women during the run and enjoy their company. We encourage participants to take a moment and say, "Thank you for what you';ve done!" Small gestures mean a lot to those who have sacrificed so much.
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