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Clint Dempsey's Record Contract Could Signal New Era Of Spending For MLS
MLS Sounders Majority Owner Joe Roth on Saturday introduced U.S. men's national team F Clint Dempsey as the team's newest signing "to the excitement of 39,060 fans" in attendance at CenturyLink Field for the team's game versus FC Dallas, according to Jayda Evans of the SEATTLE TIMES. Dempsey's "immediate impact wasn't just in cheers as fans all over the stadium wore his national-team uniform, and No. 2 Sounders jerseys with Dempsey's name on the back were already being sold at retailers outside CenturyLink" (SEATTLE TIMES, 8/4). ESPN FC noted Dempsey "stood on the pitch and removed a sweatshirt to reveal a No. 2 Sounders jersey" after a video montage. The Sounders reportedly will pay EPL club Tottenham an MLS-record $9M transfer fee to acquire Dempsey's rights, and his reported base salary of $32M over four years "would also be the largest sum in MLS history." The move is "shocking on several fronts." For one, the '14 World Cup is "less than a year away, and Dempsey has consistently spoken of his desire to play at the highest level possible." He also has been "noncommittal in the past about potentially returning to MLS." But the Sounders have "proven to be among the league's most ambitious clubs, and they are also one of the wealthiest, thanks in part to the MLS-high 40,000-plus fans who attend each home game" (ESPNFC.com, 8/3). Sounders F Eddie Johnson said, "It just shows you where soccer is in this country having guys like that come back says a lot about how much the league has grown, how much better the soccer is here in America" (AP, 8/3). SI.com's Grant Wahl wrote, "Huge for MLS and Seattle to land Dempsey. If you think every MLS team is happy about the way it went down, you're crazy" (TWITTER.com, 8/3).
TREK TO THE EMERALD CITY: In DC, Steven Goff wrote Dempsey "instantly becomes the American face of not only his new club, but his new/old league." However, Dempsey "is not an international superstar that transcends the game." Goff: "I would expect an initial bump at the box office but not a substantial sustained increase." Replica jerseys, "on the other hand, will fly off the shelves" (WASHINGTONPOST.com, 8/3). SI.com's Brian Straus wrote the "stunning transfer" became "one of the most significant transactions" in MLS history when it was announced. Dempsey "was not subject to MLS's allocation process, which determines the order of access and right of first refusal for high-profile U.S. players returning to the league." He is "believed to be exempt because he will be a designated player, meaning the vast majority of his salary won't count against the Sounders' budget." Dempsey's signing is "huge, both for the Sounders and for MLS." His move is a "ringing endorsement for the league's level of play, atmosphere and increasing financial heft" (SI.com, 8/2). SPORTS ON EARTH's Howard Megdal wrote the move "speaks to the massive success of the project that has been the Sounders." They are "drawing enormous crowds to CenturyLink Field, and have the financial wherewithal to maximize one of their three designated player slots on a player like Dempsey, who instantly becomes the focal point of a team that, as of right now, is on the outside of the league's generous playoff picture." Dempsey choosing MLS also "serves as inherent validation for the league" (SPORTSONEARTH.com, 8/3). But ESPN FC's Jeff Carlisle wrote MLS "is a long way" from the EPL and UEFA Champions League, and the move "almost seems like an admission of failure" for Dempsey (ESPNFC.com, 8/3).
HEY, BIG SPENDERS: SI.com's Tom Dart wrote the Sounders are "finally acting like an MLS superclub," but the move "is not a Beckham-esque international marketing coup, not an attempt to sell replica jerseys in Japan." Still, Dempsey will be an "iconic figure for the franchise and the league." MLS now has a club other than the Galaxy and Red Bulls that "can and will pay players as much as they could earn in a top European league while at their peak." When New York City FC joins the league in '15, "bankrolled by the near-infinite wealth of Manchester City's owners, that will make four clubs with significantly more financial muscle than the rest, further increasing the pressure on MLS to relax its rules, unscrew its salary cap a little less tightly and embrace celebrity at the expense of parity" (SI.com, 8/4).
Brewers Owner Says Braun Needs To Redeem Himself, Future With Team Uncertain
In the wake of the suspension of Brewers LF Ryan Braun, it is a "delicate balance for the Brewers, distancing themselves from the actions of their disgraced star while employing him," according to Tyler Kepner of the N.Y. TIMES. Braun's "exposure as a serial liar was so surprising" to team Owner Mark Attanasio that he "cannot say much for certain about his star anymore." Attanasio: "Part of the reason the outcry is so great is that when so many people around the country doubted Ryan's story, the Milwaukee community stood behind him. The people who showed the most trust feel the most betrayed." He added, "If you're going to redeem yourself, there's got to be something to redeem. I think there is something to redeem there. Ryan will show us, over a period of time, whether this entire episode was out of character or in character." Kepner wrote trading Braun "seems impractical," but when asked about Braun's status, Attanasio "offered no guarantees." Attanasio: "I am a person who believes in forgiveness, but I also believe in accountability. We don't have to make a decision at this point as to the future. We have eight months before next season. Now isn't the time to think about all of that, because we're not going to try to draw attention away from his need to redeem himself. We'll see how he does, and we'll measure it from there." He added, "It's been a year and a half of not telling the truth. We need to see longer-term exemplary behavior. How much time does it take? I don't know. The community will know when we've crossed that threshold and things will be OK again. Will things ever be the same? I don't know. Let's get things to OK" (N.Y. TIMES, 8/4).
CUTTING TIES: Nike on Friday said that the company "no longer has a relationship with Braun." ESPN.com's Darren Rovell noted Braun had been wearing Nike shoes and batting gloves "for his entire seven-year major league career, and the company recently began selling 'Big Bat Like Braun' and 'Braun Owns Milwaukee' T-shirts in stores." Braun now has lost "nearly all of his endorsement deals" in the two years since he became connected to PEDs (ESPN.com, 8/2).
Bobcats' Name Change Paying Off Already With Ticket Sales Up, Sponsorships Rising
The Bobcats announcing the team will change its name to the Hornets has had an "immediate impact on one of the NBA's most forlorn franchises," as new ticket sales are up 59% from last year, according to Chris Littmann of SPORTING NEWS. Bobcats Exec VP and Chief Marketing & Sales Officer Pete Guelli said that the number of fans "signing up for the two-year plan" accounted for more than 50% of new sales. The Bobcats' season-ticket renewals also are up 11% year-over-year, "already surpassing last year's renewal number with months to go" before the preseason begins. Guelli said that the goal is to "hit more than 90 percent on renewals, where most of the NBA's strongest franchises check in each offseason." Littmann wrote the Bobcats "won't reach that figure this season -- they'll be closer to 85 percent -- but it isn't out of reach" as the Hornets return in '14-15. Guelli: "We're very close on a number of new sponsorships. There are many, many companies that have not been interested for a number of reasons that are entertaining dialogue around the return of the Hornets. ... This rebrand has opened up a number of doors that had remained closed since Mr. (Robert) Johnson purchased the team." Littmann noted the Bobcats' team shop has "benefited from the name change, too, even as old merchandise is being liquidated, thanks to some smart marketing." The new Hornets uniforms, logos and other gear have not been unveiled, but the team "created two sub-brands -- 'Back the Buzz' and 'Buzz City' -- using familiar colors to begin building interest." The "Back the Buzz" gear is "so popular it had a 100 percent sell-through rate and has the team chasing additional inventory" (SPORTINGNEWS.com, 8/2).
'CAN DO ATTITUDE? ESPN's Tony Reali said he was "befuddled" that the Pelicans jerseys have "no mention of 'Pelican' anywhere." Dallas Morning News columnist Tim Cowlishaw said it was "like they're trying to distance themselves from a great name change." L.A. Times columnist Bill Plaschke: "It's almost like they got it on paper and said, 'Oh my gosh, this doesn't look very good on a shirt. What are we going to do now?'" ("Around The Horn," ESPN, 8/2).
Browns' Event Draws Big Crowd As New Ownership Tries To Win Back Fans
The Browns had 24,131 fans attend "Family Night" at FirstEnergy Stadium on Saturday night, "nearly 5,000 more than last year's crowd for the same event," according to Steve Doerschuk of the CANTON REPOSITORY. Team Owner Jimmy Haslam III said, "Good crowd. Good night" (CANTON REPOSITORY, 8/4). In Ohio, Jeff Schudel wrote Haslam, Browns President Alec Scheiner and the "rest of their crew" deserve credit because they are "trying to reach out to fans" this offseason. Schudel: "Most ideas will be well-received. Some might not work, and those will be deep-sixed if they fail, but at least they are making effort." The "new attitude in the front office is the Browns have to win back their fans and create a fan-friendly atmosphere at FirstEnergy Stadium." They are "trying that with ideas to make entering the stadium better, improve cellphone reception, expand the team shop and improve the pregame entertainment." Many longtime season-ticket holders are "understandably upset management decided to do away with PSLs." Team CEO Joe Banner said, "We (did away with PSLs) because we view that as something that was very friendly. I know some people misinterpreted and didn't get that, but it is actually a very fan-friendly decision. ... Most people understood it and realized it was actually a good thing for them. I don't know of any stadiums where there isn't a cap on the number of PSLs in the stadium" (Willoughby NEWS-HERALD, 8/4).
FENG SHUI IN BEREA: THE MMQB's Peter King notes the Browns spent $5M to "re-do the second floor of their training facility -- and their organizational personality." King: "I've toured Twitter in San Francisco, and this floor reminds me of the Twitterverse: The Browns' coaching, front-office, ownership and PR and broadcasting departments are all up here, wide open so that people see other people working." When a big group sale or luxury suite sale is completed, "a bell is rung, and the sales team all claps." Banner said, "Twitter attracts the youngest and brightest people, which is what we want to do. But I don't want to copy Twitter or Google. I just want to create an atmosphere where good people want to work, and good people want to stay and help build a winner. In my opinion, improving physical space is a great opportunity to help change the culture" (MMQB.SI.com, 8/5).
BACK-UP PLAN: SPORTSBUSINESS JOURNAL's Daniel Kaplan cites sources as saying that Jimmy Haslam's father, Jim Haslam II, "would take over the club" if Jimmy is forced to step down due to the investigation into Pilot Flying J. The NFL and Jimmy Haslam "developed a contingency plan in the aftermath of the April 15 FBI raid" on the truck stop company's HQs. There are "no indications at the moment that Haslam is stepping down." Should Jim Haslam take over the team, it is "not believed the league would require an increase in his equity ownership." Jim Haslam would "not be viewed as a general partner in this case but practically akin to an executive whose owner has designated that person authority and voting rights" (SPORTSBUSINESS JOURNAL, 8/5 issue).
Cosmos Draw Sellout For First Game In 29 Years, But Execs See Room For Growth
The NASL N.Y. Cosmos on Saturday marked their return to professional sports "after 29 years of dormancy" as they hosted the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers at Hofstra Univ.'s Shuart Stadium, and Long Island "earned itself another professional soccer team," according to Laura Albanese of NEWSDAY. The scene was "almost carnival-like, with a long, snaking line of cars that threatened to take over big chunks of Earle Ovington Boulevard." But the crowd at times was "almost demure -- the chants, when they emerged, suffered from lack of practice; there was nary a vuvuzela to be had." One of the "biggest rises came when Pelé, 72 years old, nearly four decades retired and still the face of this team, sauntered onto the pitch during a pregame ceremony and raised his waving hands to the stands" (NEWSDAY, 8/4). In N.Y., Justin Tasch reported the game was played "in front of an energetic, packed house of 11,929 fans -- an announced sellout, though there were empty seats in the corners" (N.Y. DAILY NEWS, 8/4). Cosmos COO Erik Stover said, "We are very aware that this is not 1977 and this isn't the old days of the Cosmos. We think we can do something special but it needs to be built up. We can't start at that level overnight." The WALL STREET JOURNAL's Jonathan Clegg wrote, "Perhaps the biggest challenge facing the Cosmos is establishing a fan base in what is becoming an increasingly crowded local landscape for professional soccer." The franchise was "once the only show in town when it came to soccer," but will "soon share a city with two other professional teams, both of which will be competing in MLS" (WALL STREET JOURNAL, 8/3).
RETURN TO ORBIT: SPORTS ON EARTH's Howard Megdal wrote the crowd at the game "wasn't simply a group of graying nostalgia-seekers, though plenty of faded Pele jerseys could be seen mixed in with the shiny, obviously just-purchased editions." The supporter groups were "loud, and they were plentiful in number." The fans "took a while to figure out precisely how to root not for the Cosmos as idea, but as actual team." By the second half, they had "found their way nicely." The Cosmos shop was "easily the most popular spot at halftime." The game was "often entertaining soccer; ultimately, it was winning soccer." But the Cosmos have a "lot more to do before recreating a cultural phenomenon." It can "hardly be said that the Cosmos are going about this the wrong way, exactly." No one has "figured out how to conquer New York soccer yet" (SPORTSONEARTH.com, 8/4).
EXPANSIVE VIEW: YAHOO SPORTS' Tess Quinlan noted Stover "admits he isn't sure if the Cosmos' long-terms future will be in MLS," but the "uncertainly isn't stopping the club from pursuing plans to build a privately funded, 25,000-seat stadium at Belmont Park." Stover said of the possibility of the Cosmos joining MLS as an expansion team, "We don't worry about it. Our focus -- we talk about this all the time -- is building a proper club" (SPORTS.YAHOO.com, 8/4).


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Thank you, very very much, Wolfing!
I knew that dexterity was involved, so I payed some attention to that one while constructing my dabbler burglar, but I never really understood how it all exactly worked.
And I neglect that Message Log too much, I'll keep it open more often from now on. Thanks!


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Mobile app CSR Racing led our list of emerging applications by monthly active users, nearly doubling its total MAU this week.
We define emerging applications as those that ended with between 100,000 and 1 million MAU in the past week. This week's top apps grew between 100,000 and 460,000 MAU, based on AppData, our data tracking service covering traffic growth for apps on Facebook.
Top Gainers This Week
No. 2 was Disney's Ghosts of Mistwood, which reached 500,000 MAU this week. Zynga's The Ville is just short of the milestone, coming in at No. 3. Zynga's Ruby Blast came in at No. 14.
No. 4 was GifBoom, an app for iPhone and Android allows users to create animated gifs and share them on the social network. No. 6 Via.Me is another mobile app, this one allows users to share both photos and videos.
No. 8 Crazy Penguin Wars is a multiplayer shooter game for the Facebook canvas. No. 9 GiveMeFootball is a social reader app for Football news. No. 18 UFC.TV App is a website integration for the UFC, which uses Facebook login but not Open Graph, as it doesn't appear to share user activity to Timeline.
All data in this post comes from our traffic tracking service, AppData. Stay tuned next week for our look at the top weekly gainers by monthly active users on Monday, the top weekly gainers by daily active users on Wednesday, and the top emerging apps on Friday.


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KARACHI - The lawyers in the City as well as across the Sindh on Monday boycotted all judicial proceedings in protest against the shortage of judges and non-induction of local judges in Sindh High Court (SHC).
Lawyers in Karachi also boycotted courts in line with decision by the Sindh Bar Council (SBC). The council said that the judges from interior Sindh were not included in the process of nomination of new judges in SHC. The Chairman Sindh Bar Council along with other leaders said that there are only 10 judges working despite of the capacity of 40 judges in SHC. The boycott affected the normal court proceedings and brought a lot of problems for the public.


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Rihanna says no to Playboy, Wesley Snipes is going to prison, and Steve Nash's divorce is feeling neglected...careful, man, there's a Mantenna here!
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Don't expect to see Rihanna naked in the pages of Playboy magazine anytime soon. In a radio interview today, the pop star admits she has been approached by the iconic men's magazine to pose sans clothes. She told Angie Martinez of Hot 97, "I got a few offers to do Playboy, actually. They want to pay [me] to be naked on the cover." Rihanna says her decision is not about money. She told Martinez, "If I'm gonna to take my clothes off, it has to be in a classy way and (because of) my will, not a check. I wouldn't take any money to do that." So she's not saying never to a nude pictorial, she just ruling Playboy out. [NBC]
DMX Gets Arrested Yet Again
Here we go again, guys. DMX was arrested at his home late last night in Phoenix, Arizona for violating the terms of his probation. The troubled MC is back in jail once again for not checking in with his probation officer. Mr. X is on probation for aggravated assault. This is the sixth time he's been arrested. This guy really needs an iPhone to work out his scheduling issues. [TMZ]
Wesley Snipes is Going to Prison
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A federal judge has ordered Wesley Snipes to surrender to authorities today and begin serving a three-year sentence for tax-related crimes. Snipes was hoping for a new trial, however U.S. District Court Judge William Terrell Hodges rejected the actors request. In a 16-page decision, Terrell wrote, "The defendant Snipes had a fair trial; he has had a full, fair and thorough review of his conviction and sentence. ... The time has come for the judgment to be enforced." Snipes has been free on bond for more than two years while awaiting the judges decision. His lawyers released a statement saying, "Wesley is very disappointed but staying strong and positive." Snipes now plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme court. [NY Daily News]
Steve Nash's Divorce is Feeling Neglected
Normally, when an NBA player widely regarded as "the nicest guy, like ever" begins divorce proceedings it makes some headlines. That is, of course, when it's not on the same week as the Parker-Longoria battle royale. Nash's non-celebrity wife has been with him for years and is the mother of his various children. Nobody knows why the two are separating, but odds are it's not from sleeping with Brent Barry's wife. Apparently someone might have beaten him to that. [Arizona]
Greg Oden Postpones NBA Career One More Year
In 2007, the Portland Trailblazers selected Greg Oden with the first overall pick in the NBA Draft. Three years later, he's still waiting to play an entire season. TSN reports that "Oden would be shut down this season, needing micro fracture surgery on his left knee." It will leave with him with less than 85 career games played and a legacy of Sam Bowie quality disappointment. Sadly, Kevin Durant –the MVP candidate picked behind him –was not available for comment. He was too busy not being hurt. [TSN]
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RANCHO SANTA FE — The Rancho Santa Fe Soccer League will hold holiday camp and Attack tryouts for Boys and Girls in the Under-7 to Under-9 age groups. More information on both of these items can be found on the league website, www.rsfsoccer.com.
The holiday camp will be held Dec. 20 through Dec. 23 at the Rancho Santa Fe Sport Field, 16900 Rambla Del Las Flores. The camp will run from 9:30 a.m. to noon all four days and will focus on improving individual skills such as dribbling, passing, finishing, and shooting, as well as speed training and goalie skills. The camp is open to all players ages 5 to 12 and will be conducted by Director of Coaching Malcolm Tovey and his professional coaching staff.
The competitive division of the league, known as Attack, will be having tryouts for boys and girls U7–U9 the first week of January. The tryout flyer along with the tryout waiver Form can be downloaded from the league website.
Boys tryouts will be Jan. 3, Jan. 6 and Jan. 8 (Monday, Thursday and Saturday) and the Girls will have their tryouts on Jan. 4, Jan. 5 and Jan. 8 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday). The weekday tryouts will start at 3:45 p.m. for all age groups. On Saturday, the boys will come in from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and the girls from 3:30 to 5 p.m. All of the tryout sessions will be held at the Rancho Santa Fe Sport Field.
The Attack competitive soccer program offers teams in every age group from U7 to U 19 for those who are interested in a higher level of play. These teams are coached by a highly qualified international coaching staff that train and develop players who aspire to play in College and beyond. Competitive coaching focuses on skill development in the younger age groups and tactical abilities for the older players. Skill development for our players is always our focus with winning as the main objective.
Tovey has been with the League for 13 years and is one of the most well-known and respected coaches in Southern California having been involved with youth soccer here for almost 30 years.
The league's mission is to develop the passion for the game throughout the community and through soccer have fun, build character and develop an appreciation for the rich spectrum of the world's cultures.
"Our goal at Attack is to provide the Rancho Santa Fe soccer community with the resources and support needed to learn about the game, and for all youth who want to play, we pledge to provide the highest level of coaching and to organize quality competitions for all levels of play," Tovey said. "We want to give each player the best opportunity we can to develop by providing only the best in all areas of the game."
Questions about the holiday camp or the upcoming tryouts can be directed to the league office at (760) 479-1500 or by e-mailing Marilee Pacelli, director of league operation, at email@example.com.
RANCHO SANTA FE — The Rancho Santa Fe Soccer League will hold holiday camp and Attack tryouts for Boys and Girls in the Under-7 to Under-9 age groups. More information on both of these items can be found on the league website, www.rsfsoccer.com.


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Sacramento Kings player Andres Nocioni has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving, police said.
Police Sgt. Norm Leong said Nocioni was stopped while driving in downtown Sacramento at about 2 a.m. Thursday.
Leong said Nocioni's vehicle was seen weaving and an officer smelled the odor of alcohol on Nocioni's breath.
Nocioni was booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher. Bail was set at 1,482.
He is set to appear in court on Monday.
Nocioni scored 14 points Wednesday night in the Kings' loss 113-105 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at Arco Arena.
Nocioni, a 29-year-old forward from Argentina, has scored an average 9.8 points per game so far this season.
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Welders working at a home in Kensington sparked a fire Thursday afternoon that displaced one person and a dog, a fire dispatcher said.
Smoke and flames were seen coming from the home on Marlborough Avenue near Monroe Avenue, the dispatcher said. The fire was reported about 2:30 p.m.
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Six-year-old girl crashes mother's BMW into two cars after half mile joyride
A SIX-year-old girl has crashed her mother's BMW into two cars after taking the vehicle on a half-mile joyride to visit her dad.
The child is said to have stolen her sleeping mother's car keys at around 9am on Saturday and somehow managed to drive the vehicle half a mile along icy roads in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
The girl, described by police as "tall for her age", crashed the BMW into two parked vehicles and an electricity pylon before her dangerous journey came to an end.
Speaking to WTAE Pittsburgh, eyewitness Rommie Hawkins said: "I thought she was going to hit me, but then she stopped just in time, and as I observed, she was this little kid"
He added: "I was like 'Stop, stop, stop.' She looked at me, and she took back off and she stopped again, so I started running up the hill, telling her to stop, and she was going and stopping, going and stopping."
The girl's mother awoke shortly after her daughter stole the car, and upon noticing she was gone, phoned the police.
The girl crashed into two parked vehicles shortly after the call, before finally careering into an electricity pylon. She emerged from the wreckage without a scratch but was crying and saying she wanted her dad. The girl's father drove to the scene to comfort his daughter.
Police Sgt. Jerry Parker said: 'The girl decided she wanted to visit her father, who lived in a different location. She picked up the car keys and got in the car and drove away.
'How she knew how to operate a car - your guess is as good as mine.'
Police say they are still investigating and are yet to decide on whether to press charges against her mother for allowing the child to leave her care.
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With free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool and hot tub, and its own read it and return it lending library, The Country Inn of Platteville is a great place to stay in Platteville. Each of the 49 rooms has an iron, hairdryer, coffee pot, and refrigerator. To enjoy this pet-free and smoke-free lodging, call Country Inn of Platteville at (608) 348-7373 or visit their website.
The Super 8 Motel has a beautiful view of the stream that runs behind it and easy access to the walking trails that run adjacent to it. With Wi-Fi, a free continental breakfast, refrigerators and microwaves in select rooms, and cable TV in every one of the 72 rooms, The Super 8 is a great place to stay, especially if you have a pet. To reserve a room today call Platteville's Super 8 Motel at (608) 348-8800 or visit their website.
Located near Platteville's Industrial Park, The Mound View Motel offers visitors a variety of amenities, including free phone calls, free faxes, included continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, miniature golf, a hot tub, and truck parking. With easy access to Walmart and Business 151, these 32, pet-friendly rooms come with a refrigerator, microwave, and Cable TV in every room. Honeymoon suites are also available. To reserve a room call the Mound View Motel at (608) 348-9518 or visit their website.
The three room Dorsey Bed & Breakfast is described as "a charming Queen Anne Victorian home." With a homemade breakfast, and a smoke-free environment, this bed & breakfast is within walking distance of The University of Wisconsin-Platteville campus and the downtown area. The Dorsey has been known to "serve a side of history along with meals" and the house formerly belonged to the "Who's Who of Platteville" as stated in the Platteville Journal. To reserve your stay, call the Dorsey Bed & Breakfast at (608) 348-9229 or visit their website.
Mound View Park can be found on the corner of Madison and Broadway and has a shelter with electrical outlets, picnic tables, and a stone fireplace. In addition to the 8 sites avid campers might be interested in using, there are showers and restrooms guests may use in a building separate from the shelter. A paved walking path on the east side of the park completes the Mound View Park as a great recreational place to stay. For more information or questions, call the Platteville Park and Recreation office at (608) 342-9741 ext. 1.


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A former U.S. attorney has called Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring's surprise announcement that he will not defend the state's gay marriage ban "impeachment material."
Joe diGenova, a former U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said Herring's announcement highlights a politicized selective enforcement of the law taking place at the federal level, after U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder similarly opted not to defend the Clinton-era Defense of Marriage Act.
"It's not a legal issue any more. This is a political issue and it's a big one," diGenova said on WMAL radio in Washington Thursday. "This could be a firestorm that he and the Democrats regret. It's one thing to stake out a position on a controversial issue such as abortion. People respect you if you have a position and keep it, even if they disagree with you."
Herring, barely two weeks into office, announced Thursday that not only would he not defend the voter-enacted state constitutional amendment defining marriage as between one man and one woman, he would fight it. He had pledged during his 2013 campaign to defend the existing law regardless of his personal views.
"What he has done, he has lied. He has just brought to mind of the American people the series of lies from the Obama administration about health care, Benghazi and other things. This is now a political question of immense proportions. That's not a small issue," diGenova said. "This is a big legal issue. This isn't some piece of legislation. This is a constitutional amendment to the Virginia commonwealth constitution. He has now said that the will of the people, which he said he would make every good faith effort to defend, he is now going to ignore. This is impeachment material. It is also recall material."
Herring's office filed a brief Thursday on behalf of a same-sex couple in Norfolk challenging the state constitutional amendment that was adopted by 57 percent in 2006, The Washington Post reported.
During a news conference in Richmond, Herring said, "As attorney general, I cannot and will not defend a law that violates Virginians' fundamental constitutional rights."
Virginia House of Delegates Speaker William Howell (R) called Herring's announcement a "dangerous precedent" to set.
"The attorney general has a constitutional and statutory obligation to enforce and defend the duly adopted laws and constitution of Virginia," Howell said. "This is not an obligation that can be taken lightly. The attorney general's decision today demonstrates a great deal of disregard for that obligation, as well as the legislative and democratic processes by which those laws are adopted."
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Data 1
A student:
describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions
gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another
uses appropriate methods to collect data and constructs, interprets and evaluates data displays, including dot plots, line graphs and two-way tables
- Students:
- Pose questions and collect categorical or numerical data by observation or survey (ACMSP118)
- pose and refine questions to construct a survey to obtain categorical and numerical data about a matter of interest
- collect categorical and numerical data through observation or by conducting surveys, eg observe the number of a particular type of insect in one square metre of the playground over time
- Construct displays, including column graphs, dot plots and tables, appropriate for data type, with and without the use of digital technologies (ACMSP119)
- tabulate collected data, including numerical data, with and without the use of digital technologies such as spreadsheets
- construct column and line graphs of numerical data using a scale of many-to-one correspondence, with and without the use of digital technologies
- name and label the horizontal and vertical axes when constructing graphs (Communicating)
- choose an appropriate title to describe the data represented in a data display (Communicating)
- determine an appropriate scale of many-to-one correspondence to represent the data in a data display (Reasoning)
- mark equal spaces on the axes when constructing graphs, and use the scale to label the markers (Communicating)
- construct dot plots for numerical data, eg the number of siblings of each student in the class
- consider the data type to determine and draw the most appropriate display(s), such as column graphs, dot plots and line graphs
- discuss and justify the choice of data display used (Communicating, Reasoning)
- recognise that line graphs are used to represent data that demonstrates continuous change, eg hourly temperature (Communicating)
- recognise which types of data display are most appropriate to represent categorical data (Communicating)
- Describe and interpret different data sets in context (ACMSP120)
- interpret line graphs using the scales on the axes
- describe and interpret data presented in tables, dot plots, column graphs and line graphs, eg 'The graph shows that the heights of all children in the class are between 125 cm and 154 cm'
- determine the total number of data values represented in dot plots and column graphs, eg find the number of students in the class from a display representing the heights of all children in the class (Problem Solving, Reasoning)
- identify and describe relationships that can be observed in data displays, eg 'There are four times as many children in Year 5 whose favourite food is noodles compared to children whose favourite food is chicken' (Communicating, Reasoning)
- use information presented in data displays to aid decision making, eg decide how many of each soft drink to buy for a school fundraising activity by collecting and graphing data about favourite soft drinks for the year group or school (Reasoning)
Background Information
Column graphs are useful in recording categorical data, including results obtained from simple probability experiments.
A scale of many-to-one correspondence in a column graph or line graph means that one unit is used to represent more than one of what is being counted or measured, eg 1 cm on the vertical axis used to represent 20 cm of body height.
Line graphs should only be used where meaning can be attached to the points on the line between plotted points, eg temperature readings over time.
Dot plots are an alternative to a column graph when there are only a small number of data values. Each value is recorded as a dot so that the frequencies for each of the values can be counted easily.
Students need to be provided with opportunities to discuss what information can be drawn from various data displays. Advantages and disadvantages of different representations of the same data should be explicitly taught.
Categorical data can be separated into distinct groups, eg colour, gender, blood type. Numerical data is expressed as numbers and obtained by counting, or by measurement of a physical attribute, eg the number of students in a class (count) or the heights of students in a class (measurement).
Students should be able to communicate using the following language: data, survey, category, display, tabulate, table, column graph, vertical columns, horizontal bars, equal spacing, title, scale, vertical axis, horizontal axis, axes, line graph, dot plots, spreadsheet.
Data 2
A student:
describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions
gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another
uses appropriate methods to collect data and constructs, interprets and evaluates data displays, including dot plots, line graphs and two-way tables
- Students:
- Interpret and compare a range of data displays, including side-by-side column graphs for two categorical variables (ACMSP147)
- interpret data presented in two-way tables
create a two-way table to organise data involving two categorical variables, eg
- interpret side-by-side column graphs for two categorical variables, eg favourite television show of students in Year 1 compared to that of students in Year 6
- interpret and compare different displays of the same data set to determine the most appropriate display for the data set
- compare the effectiveness of different student-created data displays (Communicating)
- discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different representations of the same data (Communicating)
- explain which display is the most appropriate for interpretation of a particular data set (Communicating, Reasoning)
- compare representations of the same data set in a side-by-side column graph and in a two-way table (Reasoning)
- Interpret secondary data presented in digital media and elsewhere (ACMSP148)
- interpret data representations found in digital media and in factual texts
- interpret tables and graphs from the media and online sources, eg data about different sports teams (Reasoning)
- identify and describe conclusions that can be drawn from a particular representation of data (Communicating, Reasoning)
- critically evaluate data representations found in digital media and related claims
- discuss the messages that those who created a particular data representation might have wanted to convey (Communicating)
- identify sources of possible bias in representations of data in the media by discussing various influences on data collection and representation, eg who created or paid for the data collection, whether the representation is part of an advertisement (Communicating, Reasoning)
- identify misleading representations of data in the media, eg broken axes, graphics that are not drawn to scale (Reasoning)
Background Information
Data selected for interpretation can include census data, environmental audits of resources such as water and energy, and sports statistics.
Refer also to background information in Data 1.
Students should be able to communicate using the following language: data, collect, category, display, table, column graph, scale, axes, two-way table, side-by-side column graph, misleading, bias.
Refer also to language in Data 1.


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The 20 Best-Dressed Men At The 2017 Golden Globes
They're easily done. But they're definitely best avoidedMore
If you're British, walking around with a quality brolly is part of your birthright. It's one of the few accessories we can pull off with aplomb. But a tatty one bought for a fiver at a petrol station with one crooked spoke that won't stop blowing inside out? Quite frankly, being soaked head to toe is a more dignified look.
There's been a disturbing rise in sightings of this modern ear muff thing that resembles an airline sleep mask that's slipped down the back of your neck. While it may be tempting to think they offer a relatively subtle solution to harsh winter winds, the anecdotal feedback from the women in the Esquire office is clear – don't be that guy.
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The Vision of C.S. Lewis
Christian author and college chancellor John Piper has released an E-book celebrating the impact the famous novelist C.S. Lewis had on his life and commemorating the 50th anniversary since his death.
In his introduction to the book, Alive to Wonder: Celebrating the Influence of C.S. Lewis, Piper writes: "I put Lewis in the top three writers who have influenced how I read and respond to the world. Yes, the world is a book to be read. And few people could read like Lewis."
Read more at http://www.christianpost.com/news/john-piper-celebrates-influence-of-c-s-lewis-in-alive-to-wonder-96918/#sVYYGY31QjUcsPDx.99


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For some, Fiza Batool Gilani is a living example of the nepotism which has plagued Pakistan since its inception. She talks about empowerment, equality and democracy – yet people only listen because she speaks from her unearned position as the prime minister's daughter.
For others, Fiza is a thoughtful, determined young woman who did not choose to be Yousaf Raza Gilani's daughter, but has chosen to make the most of her opportunities and cares deeply about making Pakistan a better place, especially for women.
It's a duality that continuously presents itself as Fiza tells The Express Tribune, from the cozy surroundings of Prime Minister House on a hill overlooking Islamabad, about the plight of the wretched of the earth.
The plight of women is foremost on her mind. For Fiza, democratic representation is the cure, though she is against reserved seats. "I say female politicians should be elected rather than selected to the Parliament," Fiza says, though she also lauds women parliamentarians in her father's government, who she believes have made a significant contribution to legislation for the empowerment of women. Fiza thinks the cause is long-term and legislation is the only way to bring about substantial social change. Thus she wants women to be more involved in politics.
She admits, though, that there are often impediments in Pakistan. When asked about certain areas where women are barred from casting their vote – as happened in the recent by-elections in Kohistan – she says that the government is taking the issue seriously and has made changes to the election law. She points out that the law now states that if women are barred from voting, the result from that constituency will be declared null and void.
Fiza's idol, Benazir Bhutto, remains her guiding inspiration. Giving credit to the Pakistan Peoples Party for its pro-women stance in Parliament and beyond, she says that the party was following Benazir's vision.
Fiza herself seems to be following Benazir's vision – and footsteps. She has decided to contest the next general elections and pursue a political career.
She says her focus is now on disadvantaged women in Balochistan, Chitral, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Kashmir and the Federally Administered Tribal Areas, as the women's ministry is now under the provincial government.
When asked about the perception that a majority of women parliamentarians come from the 'elite' class and do not know the 'real' problems of most Pakistan women, Fiza says there are many MNAs and MPAs from the lower and middle classes who are playing a proactive role in legislation and raising women's issues.
For the PM's daughter, class and privilege will always be issues she will, at some stage in her life, have to confront or conspicuously deny. She has gone on record saying she aims to challenge the feudal lords and influential politicians of southern Punjab. When asked how women, the majority of whom live under the exploitative feudal and tribal systems, can be empowered without breaking the stranglehold of these systems, she replies: "Not all of them [feudals] are bad."
"Had that been the case, the majority of parliamentarians who have a feudal background would not have supported the women-related laws. It is now more an attitude among some segments of society, since the power of the landed aristocrats was not the same as it used to be."
She believes that change can come from other avenues from the bottom up. "What is hindering the progress of women in the rural areas is lack of education, not so much the hold of the landlord," Fiza says.
But what is her definition of an empowered woman? "An empowered woman has the right to be independent and the opportunity to select a productive role for herself in society." She also believes that avenues for women are opening up, mentioning the Women Chambers of Commerce and Women Crisis Centres.
Talking about her work with the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Fiza believes that education is paramount to improving gender equality. Her poster girl is the late Arfa Karim, who became a Microsoft certified professional at the age of nine. "I want every girl to follow Arfa. Women's economic empowerment has the potential to change their destiny."
Land distribution can also do this. Indeed, Fiza says that the government has decided to give 12 acres of state land to poor women. "This programme is being initiated under the BISP."
She also says the government is all set to introduce a Women Ombudsperson to address the grievances of women working in public and private offices. Fiza is evidently clued in on government activities: she also mentions a project to alleviate the sufferings of women in jails. She clearly wants to expand her horizons, as she plans "to visit the jails of south Punjab so that I can be of some help to the women prisoners" and also to visit Balochistan for a fact-finding trip on how to resolve women's issues there.
She thinks she can play an important role: "My direct contact with women at the grassroots level will help me in bridging the gap between poor women and government agencies like the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority, National Rural Support Programme and BISP,"
Nevertheless, she remains sensitive when asked about her inherited position. "I'm working as a common woman, not as the prime minister's daughter."
She quotes the Italian poet Dante: "The hottest place in hell is reserved for those who remain neutral in times of moral crisis." Fiza Batool Gilani is certainly not neutral, but whether she can truly emerge from her father's shadow and stake a position of her own in Pakistani politics will only be seen in five, ten, fifteen years or beyond.
Published in The Express Tribune, February 25th, 2012.


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Secretary Wyman honored as a 'woman of distinction'
Secretary of State Kim Wyman was honored Wednesday as a "woman of distinction" by the Girl Scouts of Western Washington.
At a crowded Olympia hotel ballroom, she joined fellow honorees Eileen McKenzies Sullivan, director of Senior Services for South Sound, and Erin Jones, director of equity and achievement for the Federal Way schools. Each told of their own scouting experience and how it helped forge a path of public service.
Wyman, the only woman statewide executive official, was teary as she recalled her own scouting days and how the Girl Scouts were a huge benefit for her daughter, Renee, a recent Gonzaga graduate and crew member who heads to law school this fall. Wyman said some of her first major volunteer work was as a "cookie mom" and "troop mom."
Wyman said:
"We learned we could be part of something bigger than ourselves … and how to be a good leader."
The annual awards honor women of achievement in Thurston County. Gov. Chris Gregoire, education activist Thelma Jackson and natural resources expert Kaleen Cottingham were the 2012 honorees.


text: Pricing rumors from At&t and also VZW rep chatter suggests the total cost for these devices will be around $1,000 after two years of use. Also, though the price point of the sub $200 devices is compelling, you could get the 8gb 7" for $275 and the 10" for $333. In regards to the Tab and other higher end options looming, the Archos tabs Besides an arm 8 1ghz chipset, Froyo, Flash 10, 8gb/16gb built-in, capacitive display and about one third the price of the Tab: Other confirmed features (this list is for the 10") Android on TV Basically, this is what you see on your product screen, but ten times bigger. With its TV output, the ARCHOS 101 internet tablet displays every Android***8482; sceen on your wide screen TV*. You can then browse your files or the Internet from your couch. And guess how immersed in your 3D games you could be using the device as a steering-wheel! This is just staggering! Tethering (Using your portable phone as a modem) Want to be connected anywhere? Just plug your mobile phone equipped with 3.5 G & Bluetooth; technology, simply pair it up to your ARCHOS 101 internet tablet via Bluetooth; or even via USB cable. This will give you easy access to Internet directly on your device anytime and anywhere. There***8217;s no need to pay an extra fee when you already have a data service plan***. Home Streaming from your PC The ARCHOS 101 internet tablet has Samba and UPnP protocols: this means that you play your movies, videos, and photos on your ARCHOS, but these files are really located on your computer in another room. You don;t need to store everything on your ARCHOS to enjoy viewing it on your ARCHOS! Your files fly through the air over WiFi. The ARCHOS 101 internet tablet is the small and convenient portable computer that you;ve always dreamed about. Multiple connections With a built-in webcam (to stay in touch with your friends and family thanks to live video chat), an ultra-powerfull processor, WiFi connectivity, and multiple connections (USB Host/Slave, Micro SDHC, HDMI output, the ARCHOS 101 internet tablet has everything your PC has. It is very easy to connect an external keyboard or a mouse (ARCHOS external wireless keyboard with touch pad sold separately). For Email, you be delighted to finally have the choice between a full-sized on-screen keyboard and an external one. HDMI video output Via the HDMI connection (HDMI cable sold separately), enjoy the Android; interface on your TV screen. You will discover a new way to play games on TV, your device becomes your gamepad. In addition, whether you are sharing your photos and videos to a room full of people on a TV, you can show high definition images that are so crisp, an individual pixel will be impossible to see! Easy transfer There is a full-sized USB connector on the side of the device to let you transfer all your multimedia content. There is also a USB host connector to directly transfer your files without using a PC. No proprietary connectors (A first for Archos) No tablet device can touch the combination of features and price point. The full usb host feature is a huge advantage. Thumbdrives, flash reader or protable hardrives can be used.


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Pathways Through Our Past
The Jackovich family
Many of you must have seen this athletic lady as she strides her way to better health on the streets of Blackduck during her break from work at the Blackduck Telephone.
I am speaking of Melinda (Jackovich) Hall, born and raised in Nebish.
Melinda's grandparents, Vance and Nina Jackovich, came to this area from Yugoslavia by way of Iowa. There were five boys and one girl in their family. Vance, Melinda's father was the youngest boy.
Vance and two of his brothers worked in Alaska. He also served in the Army, stationed in North Africa and Italy. After his discharge from the service, he married Georgianna Marchand in 1954. To this marriage there was born three lovely daughters, Jane, Theresa and Melinda. Within a few months time, the girl's mother passed away and Vance found himself without a helpmate and the little girls without a mother.
To their good fortune, neighbors Ruth and Wally Stiglich opened their home to the girls and this allowed Vance the freedom to continue farming to make a living for his family.
In 1961, Vance traveled to Mrkopalj, Yugoslavia and returned with a wife, Marie, and mother for the girls. On their return to Nebish, the couple moved their daughters home again and in a short time were learning many words in the Croatian language. They also learned how to cook wonderful native foods and to do fancy work. Most of all they learned to love this beautiful woman who became the only mother they knew.
All three girls attended school in Nebish and when that school closed, they transferred to Blackduck from where they all graduated. Upon completing high school, Melinda went North to Alaska.
Melinda finally returned to her family home where she and her husband, Bill, who works for Randy's live. She receives visits her from children, Devon and Hanna who are making their own memories and traditions as the third generation on the Jackovich land.


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i am going to shoulder mount up a steer and am wondering if i shave the skin thin enough can i wet tan it . i use the citric acid pickle on deer and shaved thin bears and have no problems at all!i use reinhardts tanning cream withgreat results <is there any thing out there that is a little more powerful for those thicker hides?or will that do! maybe oxalic acid . thanks for you time sincerely joe
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Bison and cattle are the hardest to shave, but it can be done. I would get a very big vat and use Oxalic because of the gentler fumes.
I would not look at some of Bruce Rittels products for tanning.
You may want to do a sammler piece of hide just to see if you want to do this yourself. I spent 12 hours shaving a lifesize Bison once, and almost 20 hours shaving NFR Bull "Oscar" for a shoulder mount, the bull was very tough for me to handle. So think about the wieght of the wet hide.


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Asian & Asian American Studies
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Spirituality in Education
Spiritual Education
Literary, Empirical and Pedagogical Approaches
In the series:
Spirituality in Education
Volume III of the Spirituality in Religious Education series bring together textual, empirical and pedagogical approaches to enriching spiritual education as a significant multi-disciplinary and cross-curricular influence in the modern world. The chapters presented have been selected from international contributions presented at the Third International Conference on Spiritual Education. The writers include prominent international researchers in the discipline from the UK, the United States, Canada, Australia and China. The strengths of the book lie in its international appeal, research-based orientation, and interdisciplinary character. This book furthers the presentation of spiritual education as a distinctive field of academic enquiry in its own right.
Introduction by Cathy Ota and Clive Erricker
Part I Empirical Approaches
1 Spirituality and Religiosity in Catholic and Coptic Orthodox Schools: Implications
for Religious School Communities
Marian de Souza
2 "And What
Do the Children Say?" Children's Responses to Books about
Spiritual Matters
Ann Trousdale
3 North American
Indian Spirituality in the World of Western Children: (Neo-)
Colonialism in a Post-Colonial Society
Christina Welch
4 Issues of
Identity for "Asian" Girls in Britain
Jane Erricker
Part II Literary Approaches
5 Play as a
Means of Grace in Religious Education
Jerome Berryman
6 Spirituality
in Young Adolescents: Thinking Developmentally
Daniel Scott
7 The Spiritual
and the Fantastical – George MacDonald's "Wise Woman"
John Pridmore
8 Faith and
Social Intimacy: Learning for Life
Joyce Bellous
9 How Metaphors
Structure Our Spiritual Understanding
Mark Halstead
10 The Chinese
Approach to Learning: The Paradigmatic Case of Chinese Calligraphy
Wong Ping Ho
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11 Encountering
Tradition in a Postmodern Context
David Tacey
12 Reading
and Responding to Biblical Texts: Aesthetic Distance and the
Spiritual Journey
Mark Pike
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Jack Priestley
14 Teachers'
Values and Spiritualities: From Private to Public
Mark Chater
15 Faith Education
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Clive Erricker
16 Metaphors
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Maria Azevedo and Helena Gil Costa
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I downloaded Seesmic for Windows today! (I've been waiting for this, ever since I saw it announced and previewed at PDC09! Get ready for a whirlwind tour of "Wow, that's cool" and a whole lot of "Seriously? Fail." And yes, this post will be heavily focused on comparing it to TweetDeck and the experience encountered there (Hey, have to judge against a baseline, right? :))
Starting with the basic look and feel – this is how things look when viewed from the "All" Tab – Quite uniform, side by side.
Here are some of the Positive things about this interface:
- Seems to have a nice scrolling feel to it, and updates rather dynamically
- Each Column fits ~13 tweets (TweetDeck tends to hit a maximum of 10 tweets per column)
- The ability to interface and work with the Twitter defined Lists, so all lists you've created can be managed in this screen!
Some things I would consider gracious limitations of this interface
- No ability to modify the look/feel of the interface (I'm stuck with black text on a white background)
- I'm limited to a maximum of 5 columns available on screen (TweetDeck lets me get atleast 6 columns)
- For whatever reason, the ability to manage the Twitter defined lists = fail, and users are unable to be dragged into Lists to be managed (see below)
- Dragging a person and dropping them onto a Twitter Lists leaves a lock on them (and fails)
Alright, but once you see past the interface, you can tweet easier and better, right?
Here is a side by side tweet test, using Seesmic Desktop, and TweetDeck
When using the Seesmic for Windows Interface, a tweet which looks like:
Test Tweet from Seesmic Getting your beta on for the holidays! (Exchange and WinMo6.5) https://www.pkguild.com/2009/11/getting-your-beta-on-for-the-holidays-exchange-and-winmo6-5/
translates into –39 Characters Remaining and Posting Failed
Taking the exact same tweet:
Test Tweet from TweetDeck Getting your beta on for the holidays! (Exchange and WinMo6.5) https://www.pkguild.com/2009/11/getting-your-beta-on-for-the-holidays-exchange-and-winmo6-5/
And the Tweet auto shortens and is ready to tweet, with a surplus of 31 characters!
So, what you're going to say is "Well, you can click "Link" enter the URL and shorten it. Yes, I absolutely can, if I thought there was a purpose behind manually shortening a URL when I clearly expect the App to be intelligent enough to figure that out. If TweetDeck can figure it out, and he's a behemoth of memory and obesity, Seesmic can get a clue and do the same. I had WANTED to do this test with the Web based Twitter interface which USED to auto-shorten URL's, but apparently, they did away with that. WTF? Yea. Seriously.
So, sadly, the sheer lack of features in Seesmic for Windows prevents me from going into too many more details. And don't get me wrong, this is a POSITIVE review, it's just with the sheer lack of features, optimizations, simplicity and ease of use compared to TweetDeck, I won't be switching full-time like I had planned to.
And if you think that Seesmic for Windows will use less memory than TweetDeck – At first (and by at first I mean at IMMEDIATE Launch) it will use up less memory than TweetDeck since TD prestages a lot and pulls up history, however shortly after running the two will start to even out and normalize. So this won't be a win for Seesmic for Windows.
I do encourage you to take the plunge and dive into the beta, check it out and make your own judgement and decision. It can ONLY get better, because in its extremely sparse state at the moment I'm not sure it could possibly get any worse!


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Rani Mukerji Launches the trailer of her upcoming film 'Mardaani' at YRF Studios in Mumbai, on Tuesday, June 24.
"When I did research and met many women inspectors, I took inspiration from them…There are female officers not only good as male officers, sometimes even better. We have to change the perspective of how people look at a women police officer. This film is one step towards that change," Rani Mukerji said with the media.
Rani Mukherjee unveils Mardaani trailer in Yashraj Studio
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LONDON, May 7 (Reuters) - BSG Resources (BSGR), the mining unit of Israeli billionaire Beny Steinmetz's conglomerate, said on Wednesday it has initiated an arbitration against the government of Guinea over its decision to revoke BSGR's mining rights in the country.
The Guinean government cancelled mining rights held by VBG, a joint venture between BSGR and miner Vale, over two iron ore deposits last month, after a government panel charged with reviewing the West African nation's mining deals said in a report it had found BSGR obtained the rights through "corruption" in 2008.
BSGR has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
"BSGR is seeking the restitution of its mining titles and agreements as well as damages arising out of the revocation of these interests," the company said in a statement.
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Mon 15th Mar 2010 9:00amFrijoles Locos Surf & Spa's Playa Grande - Guanacaste Surf Report
not much to report the past couple days.. wind coming onshore early every day. real choppy and messy.. still around head high.. just waiting till thursday when the wind switches back offshore with a new swell... also hightide in the am...
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Whether or not Barak accepts Sharon's offer to stay on as defense minister, it now looks increasingly likely that the outgoing prime minister's party will join Sharon in a unity government designed to stabilize both Israel's fractious domestic politics and its relations with the Palestinians. The broad terms of that unity-government agreement will be an undertaking by Sharon to respect existing treaties with the Palestinians signed by his predecessors; concerted efforts to make peace with Israel's neighbors; and a moratorium on new Israeli settlements in the West Bank and Gaza. And there's no difficulty in any of those conditions for Sharon he'd previously vowed to abide by signed agreements with the Palestinians but not the offers made by Barak. And settlement activity had actually increased under Barak, less in the form of new settlements than in the expansion of existing ones.
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- there will be no parking on Union Terrace or the slip road between Rosemount Viaduct and Union Terrace (except market operatives vehicles);
- the right-turn ban for buses from Skene Street in to Rosemount Viaduct will be suspended;
- Rosemount Viaduct from its junction at Skene Street / Denburn to Blackfriars Street will be closed from 7.30am until 7pm on Saturday 30 August only.
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|July 10, 2013, 06:08 PM
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9mm vs. 40 caliber
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Dear fellow forum readers,
I am in the market for a .45 caliber handgun to round out my cache of weapons. I have a Bersa Thunder .380 and a DP-51. A 1911 commander framed .45 would be ideal for my needs in this third world country where defense is not an option but a real must.
I have my eye on a Bul M-5 Commander .45 yet the arms dealer is running into delays in having it imported but he does have a Charles Daly Commander 40 caliber.
Now, my questions are... What is the difference between the 9mm and the 40 caliber? And since I already have a 9mm would adding a 40 caliber mean very much?
|July 10, 2013, 08:51 PM
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People jokingly refer to the 40 S&W as the 40 short and wimpy, but in reality the 40 ain't no joke. It'll shoot the same 180 grain bullet as the 10mm at around 1000 -1150 fps which is pretty impressive IMO. The 10mm only has 100-150 fps on the 40 S&W. I don't own a handgun in either caliber but I wouldn't feel under gunned with with either.
|July 10, 2013, 09:04 PM
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I think with modern ammunition the choice comes down to personal preference. The diffrent pros and cons for defensive shooting for both calibers come down to nit picky little things and both calibers are good defensive rounds.
They have a diffrent recoil. I don't like 9mm recoil. I prefer .40 S&W. I don't knock those who prefer 9mm. They get higher capacity.
Were I you, my consideration would be ammunition. You already have a 9mm and the ammo to go with it. What's the price and ease of aquiring .40 s&w where you are? If your planning on getting a .45 as well, that puts you up to an ammo cache of 3 calibers and three diffrent calibers to buy for practice.
I can't answer if I think your should or should not. I can only tell you what I would take into consideration when making that decision.
Personally, if I knew I could get ahold of plenty of ammo for all three, I would.
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|July 10, 2013, 09:26 PM
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There is no question the 9mm is a plenty capable round (and my personal favorite) buy there is also no question that the 40sw has a significant boost in power. If your talking 'need' then there is no reason to look at the 40 but if your rounding out your collection, then the 40 is a must have. I'm looking for one myself. Not sure but I may be leaning towards the new Magnum Research one. The Cougar and the M&P are also high on the list.
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|July 10, 2013, 10:09 PM
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Hold out for the 45 if you can. There is no replacement for displacement, and no cache is complete without a 45.
|July 10, 2013, 11:25 PM
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Depends on the ammo you can buy there. The 9mm 124 grain +P+ and the .40S&W in + P with a 155 to 165 grain bullet are pretty much equal and both of these will penetrate metal and glass better than any .45 round. The .357 Sig would in its original loading of 125 grains at 1450 fps would be an improvement over any of the above if you can get ammo. Keep your 9mm and put the good ammo in it. If you don't think you need to penetrate glass and metal get the .45. If I was in your situation I would have a 10mm and forget all the rest but it too has to have the good ammo and not the watered down crap.
|July 11, 2013, 12:07 AM
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This thread is sure to turn into yet another caliber war. And that's too bad, because the truth is caliber matters a whole lot less than most people think it does.
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|July 11, 2013, 12:52 AM
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Doesn't matter... Both of them will bounce off my beard at point blank ranges.
|July 11, 2013, 01:10 AM
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My response would be 9 mm vs 45 ACP. Skip the 40 S&W you will NOT like how it shoots. I have sold both of mine and purchased another 45 ACP.
As to supply and demand, you could try getting a Bersa Thunder 45 Ulta Compact Pro, you will really like the way it feels and shoots. 1911's are nice but sometimes fussy as to ammo and reliability. (mag problems)
Try one of these and you will be happy.
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|July 11, 2013, 02:49 AM
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All handguns are relatively poor "stoppers" regardless of caliber or bullet used. Shot placement and sufficient penetration are paramount, all else is secondary.
Bottom line: choose whichever caliber you shoot the best but I prefer the 9 for greater capacity & less recoil for faster followup shots.
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|July 11, 2013, 06:33 AM
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|July 11, 2013, 10:42 AM
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skipping the "which round is more killy" and the ballistics info, in the end, with quality ammo, you cant go wrong with any of them. I prefer 9mm for the obvious reasons that I can cram more rounds in a magazine, its cost effective, and it is generally more controllable. Its all preference. There is no right answer. For me, .40 is to snappy in most firearms and .45 is great but you typically give up mag capacity. Being a civilian, I dont expect to get into an intense gun fight where a large number of rounds are necessary but it doesnt hurt to have that option. They all work. There is no magic round that will drop a BG where he stands. If youre asking for an opinion, I say go with 9mm. If your asking for a right or wrong answer, quit asking because there isnt one.
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|July 11, 2013, 10:59 AM
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The .40 is intermediate between 9mm and .45 ACP, in pretty much every way. Guns that shoot 9 will most often be available in .40 as well, as little redesign needs to be done.
You can shoot a smaller gun comfortably, in 9mm, than you can in .40. Gunboard folks, may of them, tend to complain about "snappy" recoil. Recoil sensitivity is an individual thing. I thought .40 was a bit much in the Springfield EMP I tried once. Above that, not so bad. "If you have raced with men on foot, and they have wearied you, how will you compete with horses?"
If you already have a 9mm, adding a .40 probably won't do that much extra for you.
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|July 11, 2013, 11:14 AM
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Shoot the caliber you are good with and can practice with (i.e. availability). The real world difference between a hot 9mm, 40S&W, & even 45ACP is nominal. Shoot someone in the head, heart, or throat with either of the above calibers will stop 'em.
I personally prefer higher capacity because odds are that I will be shooting crappier than at the range if my life was at stake.
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|July 11, 2013, 01:00 PM
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Dear Forum brothers and sisters,
Thank you so much for your prompt replies to my current pressing question. Your answers have helped me.
.45s in GI slides tend to be more popular here with bodyguards, narcos, etc. yet commander slides are available, just harder and more limited to find.
I'mset on the Bul M-5 Commander .45 but my second choice is the Charles Daly .40 Commander, both are hi-caps, both are very well made, and both are in a 1911 frame.
Lets see what happens on the 19th of this month. Whether my arms dealer gets the M-5 for me or not.
An answer to a question:
Yes, hollow points are available here including other exotics like Black Rhinos, Glazer and such.
If anyone else has further input as to the difference between 9mm and .40 then please feel free to comment.
Remember, I'm a fellow American-born citizen living in a third world country. Your input is vital.
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|July 11, 2013, 01:16 PM
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Lot of good info being shared here.
I carried a 9mm for years (S&W 908)
I now carry a Ruger SR40c
Being a regular shooter and having the opportunity to shoot a few old cars in my life the 9mm was just a bit lacking.
You ask what does shooting cars have to do with self defense?
Shooting old cars gives you a lot of different materials to blow holes in.
What I noticed was that after a 9mm bullet passed through the seat it lost a lot of energy.
Now a car seat is not that formidable; cloth, foam and some springs.
A 9mm round will pass through the front and back seat and leave a dent in the deck lid but a 40 cal will exit the deck lid.
Now if I have to shoot someone in a self defense situation I only want to shoot them once.
I would carry a 45 acp but they are just to dam heavy and bulky so the 40 cal is a good compromises
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|July 11, 2013, 01:26 PM
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I love the .40 165gr Federal HST round. I have had 9mm's and there is nothing wrong with them, I just prefer that little extra punch. Aside from that, I could still find ammo for the .40, as still can. I cannot find 9mm in my area. Also, if I want to go 9mm, I can easily get a conversion barrel for my Glock 23, so I have options in both calibers.
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|July 11, 2013, 05:34 PM
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IMMHO... There is absolutely no real point for the .40S&W
It was marketed well towards law enforcement under false pretense. Congrats .40S&W. Congrats.
9mm all the way. Facts prove .40 holds nothing over the 9mm other than less capacity and harsher recoil which negates slower follow up shots.
No thanks .40. And no, I do not miss you one bit. lol
.45 is cool and all..but then comes capacity.
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I can't remember ever hearing about an SD shooting that required more than 10 bullets although I'm sure it's happened. I don't think an extra 2 or three bullets is that big a deal when your gun can hold 15.
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IMO these conversations were of significant importance many years ago during the era of FMJ and very few HP options across the caliber spectrum. Conversely, the remarkable ballistic advances the ammo vendors have made in the past ten or so years has (again IMO) rendered very little performance "difference" between the 9, 40, 45 in terms of ultimate effectiveness. Verdict, get the model gun that suits you in whatever caliber and shoot the crap out of it thereby achieving that often underlooked variable of requite skill.
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|July 13, 2013, 09:40 AM
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Or, the .40 becomes the all-purpose best and replaces the 9 and 45. LOVE the .40 Small & Weak. Went to a 1911 type .40 after I got a full frame 1911 in .45 in fact.
|July 13, 2013, 09:54 AM
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With modern factory JHPs there really isn't a huge difference in 9mm vs. .40 S&W IMHO. I would rather wait it out and go all the way with .45 ACP. Be happy with your 9 for now, as they say: 9 is fine. I've learned that compromises are never as satisfying as just waiting for what you really want.
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Wait for the .45.
Nothing wrong with the .40 S&W, but it's not enough of a step up over the 9 mm to make you forget that you originally wanted the .45.
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Aprio's design tools, planned for general release in December, are designed to complement the company's design-aware manufacturing tools, Halo-OPC, Halo-Sim and Halo-Cal.
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Note: This horse is on consignment from a different ranch. He has not been handled much but he warms up quickly. The owner of this stallion, if he is not sold will take him to auction next month so please make an offer.
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