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20 best rural retreats in Cyprus
Away from the big beach resorts, Cyprus has some charming places to stay, and it's warm right now
Away from Cyprus' swish coastal resorts a more traditional life exists. The mountainous interior is home to unspoilt villages with whitewashed Byzantine monasteries and churches, vineyards and citrus groves. Here, village houses have been restored and opened as self-catering accommodation, B&Bs and hotels as part of an agrotourism project. The results are impressive; many have pools and super-stylish interiors whilst retaining lots of traditional features. Wine routes, nature trails and cycle routes have also been developed as part of the agrotourism project
Here's our pick of the best rural retreats.
1 Apokryfo, Lofou
Local architect Vakis Hadjikyriacou and his interior designer wife Diana have done a wonderful job restoring this cluster of stone buildings in the village of Lofou, in the foothills of Mount Olympus.…


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Been listening to this for a few years now, just found it here on Newgrounds. One of my favorites, very simple and bittersweet sounding guitar riff accompanied by very sad and helpless lyrics, which, in a metaphorical standpoint, I always felt like I could relate to a bit. This song always brings me back to Spring 2011, when I first discovered it. I always went on walks to a creek in a nearby woods during that time... it's very nostalgic for me. Anyway, now I'm rambling. Great song, love it.
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Well, this was a refreshing song, I remember listening to it way back in 2010. Funnily enough I'm not really a fan of Country or Folk, but this song was an exception. It's got some really nice guitar work, the riffs are really great, so good in fact that I didn't even notice the absence of drums, percussion or any other instruments really. The guitar works perfectly on it's own. It's got a deeply melancholy sense to it and yet still remains oddly pleasant. Combined with some truly heart felt lyrics and a great singing voice and you got yourself one hell of a song.
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GAMCO Announces Dutch Auction Tender Offer to Repurchase Up to 800K Shares
GAMCO Investors (NYSE: GBL) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a modified "Dutch Auction" tender offer to purchase for cash up to 800,000 shares of its outstanding Class A common stock, $0.001 par value, at a price per share of not less than $46.00 nor greater than $50.00 per share. The closing price of GAMCO's Class A Common Stock on November 13, 2012 was $46.26.
The Company intends to commence the Offer on November 14, 2012 and expects the Offer will expire at 12:00 Midnight, Eastern Time, on December 12, 2012, unless extended or withdrawn. Shares must be tendered prior to the expiration of the Offer, and existing tenders of shares may be withdrawn at any time prior to the expiration of the Offer. Withdrawn shares will be returned to their holders in accordance with the terms of the Offer. The Offer will not be conditioned on any minimum number of shares being tendered. However, the Offer will be subject to certain customary conditions.
The modified Dutch Auction will allow GAMCO's stockholders to tender their shares at a price within the specified range and to do so without incurring any
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Why do capital intensive companies pay higher wages?
An obvious answer to this question is the capital-skill complementarity hypothesis originally proposed by Zwi Griliches (1969). But the relatively poor performance of this hypothesis suggests that other explanations are needed. Here we consider the labour union behaviour in the wage bargaining process as such an alternative. The explanation is based on the observation that capital intensive companies are more vulnerable to strike threats and may thus more easily give in for union wage demand. Thus, the bargaining power of unions is related to the capital-labour ratio. This paper provides some tests for these hypotheses with panel data for Finnish companies. The results give support to the wage bargaining hypothesis.
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COOPERSTOWN - Plenty has been written about Pat Gillick and his photographic memory.
He never forgets where he came from, said Pete Ward Saturday afternoon.
The Montreal-born Ward was Gillicks roomie with the 1959 Stockton Ports in the class-C California State League when both were farmhands in the Baltimore Orioles system.
Stockton centre fielder Ray Youngdahl and Ward were Gillicks guests this Hall of Fame weekend.
The ex-Ports flew into Albany, N.Y., from the west: Ward from Portland, Youngdahl from San Francisco and Gillick from Seattle.
One day this week Pete and Ray phoned, the next day all three of them took turns on the phone, said their manager Billy DeMars from Clearwater, Fla.
We spoke about the good times. We won a hell of a lot of games, but we couldnt catch Modesto.
Pat was a smart kid. Wed be busing into Fresno, hadnt played them in a month and Id say: Pat, who will they start? Hed rhyme off their three guys. It was not surprising to see where he is today.
Another lefty with Stockton was Bo Belinsky. Gillick and Belinsky were together in 1960 at triple-A Vancouver. Belinsky went to the California Angels in the Rule V draft in 1961.
Belinsky held out, became a celebrity before even pitching a major-league game, then won four straight in 1962, including a no-hitter for his fourth win against his ex-team the Orioles.
Gillick was at class-A Elmira. Belinsky was a Sports Illustrated cover boy.
Bo was on that Stockton team for eight games, the first night he checks into the Wolf Hotel and spends the night with us, we had this huge room, Ward recalled. We wake up the next day and hes packing. We asked what was up and Bo says: You guys, too boring for me, Im moving out.
Bo was a great fun-loving guy.
For a few years Ward reported directly to Gillick. After injuring his arm and joining the Houston Astros, Gillick moved on to the Yankees. Ward managed class-A Fort Lauderdale and double-A West Haven before Gillick headed north to Toronto, his home for almost 30 years.
For us old guys this is a great weekend, Gillick told reporters. Sometimes we take baseball too serious. Walking down Main Street it took me about an hour on Friday to go two blocks I met so many people that wanted to talk its baseball like I remember as a kid, the way things used to be.
The way things used to be in Stockton when the young Ports were a pair of 21-year-olds.
You know Pat had a really good move to first, Ward said. I told him the reason why was because he had so much more practice than any of our other pitchers.
Its funny, Ward was saying everything goes back to Stockton.
I met Hall of Fame umpire Doug Harvey Friday, 1959 was his first year umping, of course I didnt know him then, Ward said. I spent a long time listening to him.
DeMars, 85, was an infielder for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1952-55.
You know the mind is a funny thing I have a picture of Pete Ward in my mind, hes 21, I asked him how old he was the other day and he said 73, DeMars said. Pats aged better than Ward.
Pat didnt have an exceptional fastball, he had a good curve and could get the ball over, DeMars said.
Told Gillick said he was short as a major-league prospect and would not have made it had he been injury free, DeMars said, Whitey Ford didnt throw very hard, Randy Jones won a Cy Young award and he couldnt break a pane of glass.
In 1960, when Belinsky and Gillick were in Vancouver their middle infielder for 82 games was Tony Alomar.
Tonys nephew, Robbie, and Gillick addressed reporters Saturday.
Alomar and Gillick will be inducted into the Hall of Fame Sunday afternoon.


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Buffalo man shot May 28 dies at hospital
A 21-year-old Buffalo man shot in the head on May 28 outside his house in the Broadway-Memorial Drive neighborhood died Wednesday at Erie County Medical Center, where he had been hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
Arthur Parsons, 21, was shot at about 12:20 a.m. in a walkway leading to his home on the first block of Mohr Avenue, according to homicide detectives. A gunman was spotted fleeing after firing one shot.
An investigation to find his killer is continuing.


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A cancerous growth that originates in the breast
- Risk increases with age
- In some cases, due to an abnormal gene
- Obesity, smoking, and delaying or avoiding pregnancy are risk factors
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, with about 46,000 women being diagnosed with the disease each year. It can also occur in men, although it is rare, with about 300 cases being diagnosed in the UK each year.
The risk of breast cancer is negligible under the age of 30 and then increases with age, doubling every 10 years; 8 out of 10 cases are diagnosed in women over the age of 50. The number of cases diagnosed each year in Europe and North America is increasing slightly. However, there has been a drop in the number of deaths from breast cancer in recent years, and now about 8 in 10 women with the disease survive for at least 5 years after diagnosis. The improved survival rate is due to better treatment and the increased use of mammography to screen for breast cancer, which means that tumours can be detected early, when they often respond well to treatment. Early treatment also reduces the likelihood of the cancer spreading to other parts of the body, such as the bones, spine, lungs, or liver. Screening reduces the number of breast cancer deaths in women over the age of 50 by about 4 in 10, saving about 1,400 lives a year in the UK. Women aged 50–70 are offered a mammogram every 3 years in the UK.
What are the causes?
The underlying cause of most breast cancers is unclear. However, some risk factors have been identified, many of which suggest that the female hormone oestrogen is an important factor in the development of the disease. Many cancerous breast tumours are oestrogen-sensitive, and oestrogen encourages them to grow once they have formed. Women who have their first period before the age of 11 or who have a late menopause seem to be at increased risk of developing breast cancer, probably because their breasts are exposed to oestrogen for longer. Similarly, the number of menstrual cycles before a first pregnancy has some influence on the risk of breast cancer; for example, a woman who never has children is about twice as likely to develop breast cancer as a woman who has her first child before the age of 20. Breast-feeding has an additional protective effect.
Obesity increases the risk of breast cancer because excess body fat causes an increase in oestrogen levels. Artificial oestrogen in some medications may also influence susceptibility to breast cancer. Combined oral contraceptive pills slightly increase the risk of developing breast cancer. Hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women is associated with a significant increase in risk, especially if continued for more than 10 years.
About 1 in 20 cases of breast cancer is linked to an abnormal gene, and several of these genes have now been identified (notably the BRCA1, BRCA2, and TP53 genes). Breast cancer with a genetic basis most commonly affects younger women, even as young as the late 20s, and may also affect men. If you have a close relative who had breast cancer before the age of 40, you may carry an abnormal gene and may be referred for genetic testing. The risk of developing breast cancer increases the more members of your family have had breast or ovarian cancer before age 40 (if close relatives have had breast cancer after age 40, the risk is only slightly increased). However, often, there is no family history of the disease. Noncancerous breast lumps do not increase the risk of breast cancer.
What are the symptoms?
It is very unusual for breast cancer to produce symptoms in its early stages. When symptoms do occur, they usually affect only one breast and may include:
A lump in the breast, which is usually painless and may be situated deep in the breast or just under the skin.
Dimpling of the skin in the area of the lump, or swelling of the skin with an "orange peel" appearance.
Inversion of the nipple.
A bloodstained nipple discharge.
In Paget's disease of the breast, a rare form of breast cancer that originates in the milk ducts, the only symptom may be a patch of dry, flaky skin on the nipple, although there is also soreness and bleeding from the nipple (see Abnormal nipples).
Although these symptoms may result from noncancerous conditions, you should consult your doctor if you notice a change in your breasts. If breast cancer is not treated early, it can spread to the lymph nodes in the armpit and then to other organs, such as the lungs, liver, or bones.
How is it diagnosed?
You should become familiar with your breasts so that you can recognize any abnormal changes (see Breast awareness). Screening using mammography enables tumours to be detected before symptoms have appeared. Although this procedure is reliable, it may not detect every case and it is therefore important that you remain breast-aware even after a normal mammogram.
If you visit your doctor because you have noticed a lump or other abnormality of your breast, he or she will carry out a breast examination and check for signs of spread to the lymph nodes in the armpit. If your doctor finds a lump or other sign that might indicate breast cancer, he or she will refer you to a breast clinic. At the clinic you will usually undergo triple assessment: a physical examination by a specialist; breast imaging by ultrasound scanning and/or mammography; and a fine-needle aspiration and/or core biopsy. In a fine-needle aspiration, a sample of cells is taken from the lump; in a core biopsy, a sample of tissue is taken. The cells or tissue are then examined microscopically for the presence of cancer.
If the diagnosis of cancer is confirmed, further tests may be performed to find out whether the cancer is sensitive to oestrogen and if it has spread. A chest X-ray and liver ultrasound scan, or a CT scan may be arranged to look for evidence of spread to the lungs and/or liver, and a bone scan (see Radionuclide scanning) may be carried out to see if the bones have been affected. An MRI scan of the breasts may also be performed to accurately assess the extent of the cancer in the breast, especially in young women whose breasts are too dense for adequate mammographic assessment.
What is the treatment?
The extent of the cancerous growth within the breast, whether it has spread to other parts of the body, and whether it is oestrogen-sensitive are the main considerations when deciding on the most appropriate course of treatment. Once a full assessment has been made, your doctor will discuss your treatment options with you. Treatment of breast cancer may include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, or, most frequently, a combination of these. Counselling may help you to come to terms with cancer, and some complementary therapies can be used to promote a sense of well-being. While you are undergoing treatment, you will be allocated a key person (often a breast-care nurse) who will be your main contact with the medical team looking after you.
Surgery is normally the first stage of breast cancer treatment. There are many possible types of operation used to treat breast cancer (see Surgery for breast cancer).
If the tumour is small, a lumpectomy (also known as a wide local excision) may be carried out, in which the tumour and about 1 cm (
In some cases, all of the tissue from the affected breast is surgically removed in a procedure known as a mastectomy. Some women choose to have a mastectomy because they think that this is the only way to make sure all of the tumour has been removed but medical studies have shown that this operation is not necessary for treating most single, small breast tumours.
For some breast cancers, a type of chemotherapy called neo-adjuvant chemotherapy may be given before surgery. The main benefit of this treatment is to shrink the tumour so that it becomes small enough for breast-conserving surgery rather than requiring a mastectomy. However, not all tumours are suitable for this type of chemotherapy.
During surgery, a number of lymph nodes from the armpit on the same side as the affected breast will be removed and examined to look for signs of cancer. If the lymph nodes are found to be free of cancerous cells, the cancer is unlikely to have spread from the tumour site and it will not be necessary to remove further lymph nodes. If the nodes do show signs of cancer, this indicates that the cancer has spread and the remaining lymph nodes will need to be removed, a procedure called axillary node clearance.
Surgery will affect the appearance of your breast. If one breast looks smaller after surgery, you may want to have the other breast reduced to the same size (see Breast reduction). After a mastectomy, many women have a breast reconstruction. This operation can either be performed at the same time as the mastectomy or at a later date.
Treatment with radiotherapy is given to almost all women after lumpectomy, regardless of the size of the tumour. It may also be used after a mastectomy if the removed tumour was growing close to the underlying muscle or the skin, or if the cancer is a fast-growing type or has spread to more than 1 or 2 lymph nodes. Treatment usually begins 1 or 2 months after surgery and is given 5 days a week for a period of 4–6 weeks. The aim is to destroy any cancer cells that may remain after surgery.
Drug treatments
Tumours that are oestrogen-sensitive usually respond to drugs that block the action of oestrogen (endocrine therapy), whereas cytotoxic chemotherapy can be effective for many other types of tumour. Treatment with synthetic forms of substances made naturally in the body called monoclonal antibodies (biological therapy) can be useful in the treatment of breast cancer in which the cancer cells are of a particular type. Often a combination of drug therapies is used.
Endocrine therapy inhibits the effects of oestrogen, with the result that oestrogen-sensitive tumours shrink or do not grow as quickly. Tamoxifen (see Sex hormones and related drugs) is an oestrogen-inhibitor that is used mainly to treat breast cancer in premenopausal women, although it may also be used in some postmenopausal women; it is also effective in preventing breast cancer in women at increased risk. It is usually taken for 5 years. Drugs known as aromatase inhibitors (such as anastrozole) also inhibit oestrogen production but are effective only in postmenopausal women.
Cytotoxic chemotherapy involves using combinations of drugs that destroy rapidly dividing cancerous cells. Treatment is usually given at intervals of 3–4 weeks over a period of 4–6 months. In most cases, cytotoxic chemotherapy is used in addition to surgery. These drugs can also kill normal cells, and commonly cause side effects such as hair loss and mouth ulcers.
Biological therapy is a form of chemotherapy that uses synthetic monoclonal antibodies (such as Herceptin) to boost the body's immune response to cancer cells. It is given for at least a year and generally has fewer side effects than other chemotherapy drugs. However, it is only effective against specific types of cancer cells, and it is not suitable for women who have certain heart or circulatory problems.
Complementary therapies
Women with breast cancer may choose to complement conventional treatments with other therapies, such as relaxation exercises, meditation, homeopathy, or acupuncture. These therapies should not be regarded as alternatives to conventional treatment. If you are considering using complementary therapies, you should consult your doctor. Counselling, in which people are encouraged to express their feelings, may also be helpful in coping with cancer.
What is the prognosis?
If breast cancer is diagnosed before it has spread to other organs, treatment is very likely to be successful. Combinations of treatments usually give the best results, and the success rate of treatment has improved dramatically in recent years.
Following treatment, you will have follow-up examinations at the hospital and annual mammograms to check for a recurrence of the disease. About 1 in 4 women treated for breast cancer has a recurrence within 5 years, usually those who had advanced cancer when they were first diagnosed. Cancer may recur close to the site of the original tumour or in a different area, and any recurrence requires further treatment.
About 8 in 10 women who receive treatment for breast cancer survive for more than 5 years after the disease is diagnosed.
From the 2010 revision of the Complete Home Medical Guide © Dorling Kindersley Limited.
The subjects, conditions and treatments covered in this encyclopaedia are for information only and may not be covered by your insurance product should you make a claim.


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Week 12 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
Are we really facing an injury epidemic in the NBA or is it a perception issue? Either way, Chris Towers helps set lineups with his Week 12 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.
There aren't many of us left. The few brave souls who still aren't convinced the NBA is going through an injury epidemic. Each new week thins our ranks, as news of Eric Bledsoe and Jrue Holliday joining other All-Star caliber players struck down by injury.
You could put together a Dream Team of injured players right now, and it wouldn't look too far off from a regular All-Star team. And I think the big names are misleading a bit when it comes to the sheer number of injuries occurring. Anecdotally, it seems like we've rarely had as few minor, day-to-day injuries as this season -- it just seems like every time someone goes down, it is a starter stricken with a multi-week issue.
Our brains aren't particularly well-equipped to handle large amounts of data, so we naturally tend to focus more on events that stand out. Our finite storage capabilities mean we stick to the meaningful information and toss out the rest. Injuries to Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul are much more meaningful than an injury to someone like Eric Maynor or Brandon Rush. Even though it might result in the same amount of games missed, Fantasy owners are obviously going to care more about the guy they drafted in the first round than the waiver-wire fodder.
Of course, whether injuries are actually happening more frequently or our under-evolved lizard brains are just inefficient data-processing centers, the end result is that Fantasy owners have been getting screwed. I had one person on Twitter asking me for advice on how to deal with the losses of Al Horford, Russell Westbrook and Kobe Bryant -- a day-to-day injury to Wilson Chandler was effectively crippling his team thanks to all those losses.
The NBA has already looked into the apparent injury epidemic and concluded that 'significant' injuries (defined as those forcing a player to miss 10 or more games) are not up in a statistically significant manner, as compared to recent five-year trends. Whether that proves to be true for the rest of the season, the league is probably looking into solutions for the injury scourge. It just might be a solution in search of a problem, if the data holds true. Either way, there are no simple solutions to the injury scenarios we're facing in Fantasy.
This continues to be a Fantasy season where whoever wins the war of attrition is going to come out on top. As we head toward the mid-season mark with Week 12 (Jan. 13-19), let's just hope we can get through the next seven days without losing anyone else.
(All stats up to date through Jan. 9 games)
Atlanta Hawks
The loss of Al Horford has really messed up the Hawks over the last handful of game. Entering Friday's action, six different Hawks are averaging at least 10 points per game, but mainstays Paul Millsap, Jeff Teague and Kyle Korver are all shooting well below their season averages. This is a team in flux as it figures out how to survive without its offensive centerpiece, and Fantasy owners cannot feel great about relying on anyone until they do get things sorted. With just one game on the schedule this week, 10-team owners can safely sit just about anyone in Atlanta.
Schedule: BKN
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 28th
10-team starters: None
12-to-14-team starters: Jeff Teague, Paul Millsap, Kyle Korver
Deep-league fliers: Mike Scott, Shelvin Mack, Lou Williams, DeMarre Carroll, Pero Antic, Elton Brand
Boston Celtics
|J.J. Redick, Clippers
|Marco Belinelli, Spurs
|Gerald Green, Suns
|Randy Foye, Nuggets
|Brian Roberts, Pelicans
|D.J. Augustin, Bulls
|Austin Rivers, Pelicans
|Luke Ridnour, Bucks
|Jeremy Lamb, Thunder
|Jimmer Fredette, Kings
The problem with the Celtics, from a Fantasy perspective, is that so many of their shots are used up by empty, inefficient scorers. Sure, Avery Bradley (17.2 points per game over the last five) and Jeff Green (15.6) sport pretty scoring averages, but they are the Fantasy equivalent of a fried Twinkie, in that they are devoid of the necessary nutrients you might otherwise get -- nutrients being rebounds and assists and the like, in this tortured metaphor. For all their gaudy scoring, neither player rises above borderline starting territory in most Fantasy formats, even with a very solid schedule on the way. Similarly, Jared Sullinger, who has flirted with respectability this season, is dealing with a hand injury that has severely limited his play recently. Steer clear.
Schedule: HOU, TOR, LAL, @ORL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 5th
10-team starters: Jordan Crawford
12-to-14-team starters: Jeff Green, Avery Bradley,
Deep-league fliers: Jerryd Bayless, Jared Sullinger, Kris Humphries, Brandon Bass
Brooklyn Nets
Similar to the Hawks in a way, as both teams are learning to adjust to life without a big piece in the middle. Also similar in that they play just once this week, as the teams meet up in London. With the extended time off to adjust for the schedule change, each team has a nice lengthy block of off days surrounding their game, rendering them essentially useless for Fantasy purposes. Especially with Deron Williams likely out with more ankle trouble -- what else is new -- you can ignore everyone on this roster outside of average formats.
Schedule: ATL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 29th
10-team starters: None
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Deron Williams, Mirza Teletovic, Joe Johnson, Paul Pierce, Andray Blatche, Joe Johnson, Kevin Garnett, Mason Plumlee
Charlotte Bobcats
A recent hot streak and a bundle of free throws has pushed Gerald Henderson's value up recently, but he remains clearly below Kemba Walker and Al Jefferson. Henderson is averaging 17.8 points per game in the month of January, but is adding just 24.2 Fantasy points in that span thanks to limited overall production. He does get the benefit of the #PhillyBump this week as part of a solid schedule, and that could be enough to bump him up a tier this week; he poured in 18 points and 29 Fantasy points the last time he saw the 76ers.
Schedule: NY, @PHI, @ORL, MIA
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 11th
10-team starters: Kemba Walker, Al Jefferson, Gerald Henderson
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Josh McRoberts, Ramon Sessions
Chicago Bulls
All the injury anguish turned one of the biggest stories of the week into an afterthought by Friday, as the Bulls moved two-time All-Star Luol Deng in a trade with the Cavaliers. Deng's absence leaves a large hole for the Bulls to fill on the wings, as Deng was registering a career-high 24.7 percent usage rate prior to his injury. The most obvious beneficiary should be young Jimmy Butler, who will likely be asked to take on a bigger role than ever before. He hasn't quite lived up to expectations in his third season, but he is probably going to see a ton of minutes and shots come his way moving forward. The Bulls play four times against a bunch of mediocre-or-worse defenses, including a late matchup with the 76ers in Week 12, so he could end up being a strong starting option in all formats.
Schedule: WAS, @ORL, @WAS, PHI
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 27th
10-team starters: Joakim Noah, Jimmy Butler
12-to-14-team starters: Carlos Boozer, D.J. Augustin
Deep-league fliers: Mike Dunleavy, Tony Snell, Taj Gibson, Kirk Hinrich
Cleveland Cavaliers
And, here's where Deng landed. Deng isn't going to be pushing anyone worthwhile out of a chance at big minutes because the Cavaliers simply don't have anyone worthwhile at small forward. They haven't since LeBron James left, really. The Cavaliers have four players who have played at least 400 minutes with a usage rate of greater than 20 percent, and Deng should cut into only C.J. Miles' shots and minutes; one of the other four, Andrew Bynum, is now a free agent. Deng will likely see fewer shots with the Cavaliers than he did on a Chicago team bereft of playmakers, since Kyrie Irving and Dion Waiters are likely going to keep chucking. It will be interesting to see how a player with Deng's broad skillset changes the complexion of this team's offense, and Week 12 should provide a smooth landing for everyone involved, with the Cavaliers facing another soft schedule. Deng can produce in a number of ways, and should have no trouble fitting in, seamlessly, so keep him in your Fantasy lineup.
Schedule: @LAL, @POR, @DEN
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 4th
10-team starters: Kyrie Irving, Luol Deng
12-to-14-team starters:, Dion Waiters, Anderson Varejao, Tristan Thompson
Deep-league fliers: C.J. Miles, Jarrett Jack, Earl Clark
Dallas Mavericks
Bruised ribs and a shoulder could limit Shawn Marion this week, though his waning production recently had already dropped him to low-end Fantasy starter status. He should remain so in Week 12, and early returns do not indicate any Mavericks' reserves ready to step up in his place. Vince Carter might be asked to pick up some of the slack, but he remains more of a low-end Fantasy option, averaging 13.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game over the last five.
Schedule: ORL, @LAC, @PHO, POR
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 8th
10-team starters: Dirk Nowitzki, Monta Ellis
12-to-14-team starters: Jose Calderon, Vince Carter
Deep-league fliers: Brandan Wright, Samuel Dalembert, DeJuan Blair, Shawn Marion
Denver Nuggets
The problem with the Nuggets, from a Fantasy perspective, is that Brian Shaw apparently does not like his team. Seriously. Shaw seems like the kind of coach who would love to settle on a consistent rotation, with a defined hierarchy and set roles. What coach wouldn't? Unfortunately, the Nuggets are a funky mess of a team, and that leads to situations like the one we've seen over the last five, with no less than eight different players averaging double figures in scoring. That is an embarrassment of riches, and one that is awfully frustrating for Fantasy purposes, because it probably isn't sustainable. Randy Foye and Kenneth Faried are enjoying some of their best play of the season during that stretch, and can probably be started in most Fantasy formats with a solid schedule on the way in Week 12, though approach with caution since both have been wildly inconsistent this season.
Schedule: @UTA, @GS, CLE, @PHO
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 13th
10-team starters: Ty Lawson,
12-to-14-team starters: Wilson Chandler, Randy Foye, Kenneth Faried
Deep-league fliers: JJ Hickson, Timofey Mozgov, Nate Robinson, Evan Founier
Detroit Pistons
The Pistons are in a bad way recently, and the malaise has spread to just about everyone of Fantasy relevance. Over the last five games, only Greg Monroe is averaging better than 14 points per game, with Josh Smith and Brandon Jennings both logging sub-40-percent shooting marks in that span. This remains one of the most frustrating rosters in the league for Fantasy purposes, and with just two games on the schedule, nobody here is a must-start.
Schedule: UTA, @WAS
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 25th
10-team starters: None
12-to-14-team starters: Josh Smith, Greg Monroe, Andre Drummond, Brandon Jennings
Deep-league fliers: Rodney Stuckey, Will Bynum, Kyle Singler, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Golden State Warriors
With how much room Andre Iguodala is getting in the Warriors offense, he is enjoying the most efficient shooting season of his career. Unfortunately, that efficiency has not translated into production, thanks to his lowest usage rate since his rookie season. Iguodala is playing it smart, but the Warriors could probably use more off-the-bounce creativity from him. Fantasy owners would certainly like that too, as Iguodala has hardly been worth starting recently. Despite some solid matchups for Week 12, don't expect that to change based on how he is playing right now.
Schedule: DEN, @OKC, @NO
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 14th
10-team starters: Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, David Lee
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Andre Iguodala, Harrison Barnes, Andrew Bogut
Houston Rockets
Hamstring and knee issues have cost Chandler Parsons two straight games now, and this injury could linger into Week 12 if rest doesn't cure it. Parsons has been the clear third option for this team, and nobody really stepped up to fill the void left by his absence in Wednesday's win over the Lakers. This is not a particularly deep team, so the other four starters simply all chipped in to make up for his absence. If Parsons continues to miss time, don't expect someone like Omri Casspi or Francisco Garcia to all of a sudden become relevant, as this is a team that really relies heavily on that starting five. If Parsons is forced to sit, look elsewhere for his replacement.
Schedule: @BOS, @NO, OKC, MIL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 10th
10-team starters: James Harden, Dwight Howard, Chandler Parsons,
12-to-14-team starters: Jeremy Lin, Terrence Jones
Deep-league fliers: Aaron Brooks, Francisco Garcia, Omri Casspi
Indiana Pacers
Entering Friday's action, Danny Granger had scored in double figures six times in a row, producing much more than we expected so early in his return from knee surgery. Still, the results aren't exactly impressive from a Fantasy perspective, as he is still looking for his three-point range and is not doing much besides score. He possibly had a chance to jump into relevance with Lance Stephenson dealing with a knee injury, but Stephenson's quick return to full strength ended any thoughts of that. Beyond Stephenson, Paul George and maybe Roy Hibbert -- in category-based Fantasy formats -- there isn't much here given a less-than-impressive schedule.
Schedule: SAC, NY, LAC
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 17th
10-team starters: Paul George, Lance Stephenson, David West
12-to-14-team starters: George Hill, Roy Hibbert
Deep-league fliers: Luis Scola, C.J. Watson, Danny Granger
Los Angeles Clippers
Writing this Friday night, I haven't had the chance to see what the Clippers do with J.J. Redick upon his return from a hand injury. I'm sure they will ease him back into the rotation at first while he gets his conditioning back, though he did get the start Friday. Despite how well he was playing before the injury, Redick should be approached with caution this week, with a subpar schedule on the way. Long term, however, I would expect Redick to be a solid starting option in all formats, as he is capable of picking up some of the playmaking slack left over by Chris Paul's absence. As for the idea that Blake Griffin might struggle without Paul around to set him up, that was clearly foolish. In fact, Griffin has been doing more creating for himself and others since Paul's injury, and has been succeeding without qualification. He remains an absolute stud.
Schedule: DAL, @NY, @IND
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 26th
10-team starters:, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan
12-to-14-team starters: Jamal Crawford, Darren Collison, J.J. Redick
Deep-league fliers: Jared Dudley
Los Angeles Lakers
|Kenneth Faried, Nuggets
|Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks
|Kris Humphries, Celtics
|Ersan Ilyasova, Bucks
|Amar'e Stoudemire, Knicks
|Jason Thompson, Kings
|Patrick Patterson, Raptors
|Richard Jefferson, Jazz
|Kyle Singler, Pistons
|Boris Diaw, Spurs
This continues to be an unpredictable season for the Lakers, largely because of how often expected contributors have been sidelined by injuries. The inconsistent play of Pau Gasol has not helped, though he has been playing some of his best ball of the season recently. The Lakers have re-dedicated themselves to playing around Gasol recently, and he has responded with 21.8 points, 11.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game over the last five. Given how much his production has ebbed and flowed this season, Gasol is by no means a sure thing. Still, he looks to be a strong starting option in all formats yet again with four games on the schedule this week.
Schedule: CLE, @PHO, @BOS, @TOR
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 19th
10-team starters: Pau Gasol, Jodie Meeks
12-to-14-team starters: Nick Young, Kendall Marshall
Deep-league fliers: Wesley Johnson, Chris Kaman, Jordan Hill, Robert Sacre
Memphis Grizzlies
The Grizzlies moved backup point guard Jerryd Bayless to Boston this week to pick up Courtney Lee, who gives them a bit more versatility and production on the wings. Lee proved to be a big disappointment in Boston, but he was also playing in a crowd. With Tony Allen currently dealing with a hand injury, Lee is going to get minutes for the offense-starved Grizzlies, as he played 25.7 in his very first appearance. Lee doesn't do much beyond score, but he could do enough of that to emerge as a useful Fantasy option down the road. He needs to prove that before Fantasy owners look to rely on him, so don't consider him much more than a very marginal starting option with only three games on the schedule in Week 12. This is still the Zach Randolph-Mike Conley show until further notice.
Schedule: OKC, @MIL, SAC
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 15th
10-team starters: Mike Conley, Zach Randolph
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Courtney Lee, Kosta Koufos, Ed Davis, Mike Miller
Miami Heat
Chris Bosh continues to be one of the most frustrating Fantasy options around, and that will happen as the third option on offense behind two usage hogs. Bosh just finished a three-game stretch that saw him scored in double figures just once, amassing 26 points on just 30.8 percent shooting. At least he has been hitting the boards over the last handful of games, a pleasant surprise for a notoriously poor rebounder. Bosh remains maddening for those who own him, but he also remains too talented to seriously consider benching full time. The Heat don't have the best matchups for Week 12, but you have to be pretty confident in your reserves to consider taking Bosh out of the lineup.
Schedule: @WAS, @PHI, @CHA
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 19th
10-team starters: LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Norris Cole, Mario Chalmers, Ray Allen, Michael Beasley
Milwaukee Bucks
After starting the season just 8 of 49 on 3-pointers, Bucks forward Ersan Ilyasova is finally starting to find his stroke. After Friday's game, he has made multiple 3-pointers in consecutive games for the first time all season, and that not-coincidentally coincided with a three-game double-digit scoring streak, also a first for the season. This has been a nightmarish season for the Bucks, but Ilyasova finding himself would go a long way towards helping to fix an offense that ranks dead last in the league in efficiency. Waiting another week or two before considering Ilyasova a start probably isn't the worst idea for Fantasy owners, but owners in category-based formats might consider him as a No. 4 forward if they need help with threes, as the Bucks face three teams that do not defend the three-ball well. Beyond Ilyasova, the looming return of John Henson only complicates things further for owners of Larry Sanders, who remain disappointed by his lackluster play thus far. Neither is a trustworthy option for Week 12.
Schedule: @TOR, MEM, @HOU, @SA
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 7th
10-team starters: Brandon Knight
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: John Henson, Larry Sanders, Ersan Ilyasova, Giannis Antetokounmpo, O.J. Mayo, Khris Middleton, Nate Wolters
Minnesota Timberwolves
After a hot start, Corey Brewer had fallen on hard times for the Timberwolves in the month of December, averaging 9.1 points per game on 36.4 percent shooting. Just as a possible replacement, Chase Budinger, has returned to health, however, Brewer has been showing some of that early season form since the start of January, averaging 10.8 points on 53.8 percent shooting in five games. Brewer is still more of a low-end starting option for category-based formats even when things are going well, but at least we know he is still alive after that long slump.
Schedule: SAC, @TOR, UTA
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 16th
10-team starters: Ricky Rubio, Kevin Love, Nikola Pekovic
12-to-14-team starters: Kevin Martin
Deep-league fliers: Corey Brewer, J.J. Barea
New Orleans Pelicans
With Jrue Holiday going down with a stress reaction in his right tibia, a big opportunity has opened up in the Pelican's rotation for whoever wants to grab it. The most obvious beneficiary of Holiday's absence should be sixth man Tyreke Evans, the team's top playmaker next to Holiday. Unfortunately, his troublesome ankle appears to be a problem again, leaving Brian Roberts and Austin Rivers to step up in the first two games post-Holiday. That duo leads the team in assists over the two games since Holiday went down, though Holiday's backcourt mate Eric Gordon has taken on a huge scoring role as well, a natural outgrowth of Holiday's absence. This team is going to take some time to sort out how the rotation is going to work with Holiday out, and I would try to avoid the lower-end options. With Ryan Anderson also out indefinitely, Anthony Davis and Eric Gordon are probably the only safe bets here.
Schedule: SA, HOU, GS
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 24th
10-team starters: Anthony Davis
12-to-14-team starters: Eric Gordon
Deep-league fliers: Brian Roberts, Austin Rivers, Tyreke Evans, Anthony Morrow, Jason Smith, Al-Farouq Aminu
New York Knicks
Following a series of boneheaded decisions too numerous to recount here, the Knicks finally decided to take a tough-love stance with J.R. Smith. That included a benching he admitted he did not see coming Thursday, with coach Mike Woodson adopting an increasingly frustrated tone when discussing Smith -- if he discusses him at all. Smith was back in the rotation Saturday and, at least for one night, seems to get the hint, playing one of his better games of the season in 27 minutes of action. The real test now will be whether he can remain focused moving forward -- on playing basketball, not untying shoelaces, or whatever else occupies Smith's mind when he steps on the floor. Fantasy owners who took the risk on Smith following up his solid campaign have to be hoping that the lesson sticks, but history suggests Smith might be too thick to get it. For the purposes of setting your lineup for Week 12, Smith is not worth the risk.
Schedule: PHO, @CHA, @IND, LAC
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 28th
10-team starters: Carmelo Anthony,
12-to-14-team starters: Raymond Felton, Andrea Bargnani
Deep-league fliers: J.R. Smith, Tyson Chandler, Tim Hardaway Jr., Amar'e Stoudemire, Iman Shumpert
Oklahoma City Thunder
Serge Ibaka has struggled pretty badly since Russell Westbrook knee injury, though his recent numbers received a big boost thanks to games against porous Bucks and Celtics' defenses. Fantasy owners have to be frustrated and more than a little concerned by Ibaka's prospects while playing without Westbrook for at least another month. Still, his recent production, while somewhat disappointing -- especially from an efficiency standpoint -- is solid enough that you probably cannot consider benching him for Week 12. Especially with a solid four-game schedule on the way. He rare shot-blocking ability makes him an absolute must-start in category-based leagues, despite some worrisome signs.
Schedule: @MEM, @HOU, GS, SAC
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 3rd
10-team starters: Kevin Durant, Serge Ibaka
12-to-14-team starters: Reggie Jackson
Deep-league fliers: Jeremy Lamb
Orlando Magic
Fantasy owners have received just nine rebounds and six points from Nikola Vucevic since New Year's Eve, an extremely disappointing result of two injuries that were supposed to be of the day-to-day variety. Any hope of Vucevic providing relief in the way of a return from his concussion in Week 12 relies on Fantasy owners willing to take a big risk; that he will, in fact, make his return when the team begins a home stand against the Bulls. We already know Vucevic will miss at least one game this week, and he might not be worth the risk of playing just two, one or even no games this week. When healthy, Vucevic is one of the more reliable big men in the league, but he is probably another week away from really being a safe start. His questionable presence also lingers over two productive big men in Glen Davis and Tobias Harris, both of whom will inevitably take a hit upon Vucevic's return. Given that we don't know if or when that is happening, both carry some risk as lineups lock Monday.
Schedule: @DAL, CHI, CHA, BOS
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 23rd
10-team starters: Arron Afflalo, Jameer Nelson
12-to-14-team starters: Victor Oladipo, Glen Davis, Tobias Harris
Deep-league fliers: Nikola Vucevic
Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers are one of those bad teams that nonetheless has a set rotation, which doesn't give Fantasy owners much flexibility. Especially in a week like Week 12, where the Sixers face three of the league's stingiest defense. Three games is probably still too much time to consider sitting any of the team's starters, but you also won't want to take a risk on any of the lower-end guys against these defenses. Keep it simple.
Schedule: CHA, MIA, @CHI
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 30th
10-team starters: Evan Turner, Spencer Hawes, Michael Carter-Williams, Thaddeus Young
12-to-14-team starters: None
Deep-league fliers: Tony Wroten
Phoenix Suns
Gerald Green has been a pretty interesting Fantasy option for a while, though he always had a pretty limited ceiling given his likely role on the team. Now, with Eric Bledsoe's unfortunate knee injury, Green is going to remain a member of the starting lineup as long as he can avoid coughing it up; given that he played 33 minutes Saturday despite missing 12 of his 17 field-goal attempts, it is safe to assume Green isn't going to be relegated to a bench role anytime soon. Bledsoe's injury hurts the team's outlook overall, and likely limits the production of some of the team's big men, who lost a dynamic pick-and-roll partner. For Green and starting backcourt mate Goran Dragic, this represents an opportunity to further increase their production in surprisingly solid seasons. Green is a particularly solid option for Week 12 in category-based formats, where the copious amount of 3-pointers he takes and makes provides a big boost.
Schedule: @NY, LAL, DAL, DEN
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 3rd
10-team starters: Goran Dragic
12-to-14-team starters: Channing Frye, Gerald Green
Deep-league fliers: Miles Plumlee, Markieff Morris, Marcus Morris, Ish Smith
Portland Trail Blazers
CJ McCollum has been a bigger part of the rotation through his first few games than was expected based on initial reports, but he still isn't looking like much of a Fantasy option. McCollum can be a solid Fantasy option down the line, I am sure. For now, however, he will be lucky to break 15 minutes per game, and has no place in a competitive Fantasy team's starting lineup in Week 12. He is still an injury away from relevance.
Schedule: CLE, @SA, @DAL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 20th
10-team starters: Damian Lillard, LaMarcus Aldridge, Nicolas Batum, Wesley Matthews
12-to-14-team starters: Robin Lopez
Deep-league fliers: Mo Williams
Sacramento Kings
|Robin Lopez, Trail Blazers
|Andrew Bogut, Warriors
|Timofey Mozgov, Nuggets
|Jonas Valanciunas, Raptors
|Kevin Seraphin, Wizards
Rudy Gay's resurgence has been as pleasant as it is surprising to see since his arrival in Sacramento. The Kings have been a model of NBA dysfunction in recent years, so it is a testament to the current staff in place that the talented Gay has found himself here. He remains one of three must-start players here. Beyond those three it is slim pickings, though Jason Thompson has been doing enough dirty work recently to merit a look in deeper Fantasy leagues, as he is averaging close to a double-double over the last five games. Rookie Ben McLemore has been losing playing time amid a horrible slump, and can be safely left on the bench in all formats for Week 12, even with four games on the schedule. Jimmer Fredette might be a more attractive option right now.
Schedule: @IND, @MIN, @MEM, @OKC
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 21st
10-team starters: Isaiah Thomas, DeMarcus Cousins, Rudy Gay
12-to-14-team starters: Jason Thompson
Deep-league fliers: Marcus Thornton, Derrick Williams, Jimmer Fredette
San Antonio Spurs
Tiago Splitter's shoulder injury has kept him out of the lineup recently, an absence that is expected to continue into Week 12. Even without a pretty key cog in the middle, the Spurs haven't really struggled, but help hasn't come from the reserve big men. Boris Diaw and Jeff Ayres are averaging just 6.0 and 4.4 points per game, respectively, over the last five. Instead, reinforcements have arrived in the form of improved production from the perimeter, specifically in Marco Belinelli. Belinelli is leading the team in scoring over the last five games at 17.2 points per game, and is averaging 25.0 Fantasy points per game over that span. With Danny Green's continued ineffectiveness, Belinelli remains a key contributor, and is a worthy starting option for Week 12, with the Spurs facing the league's softest schedule.
Schedule: @NO, UTA, POR, MIL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 1st
10-team starters: Tony Parker, Tim Duncan
12-to-14-team starters: Kawhi Leonard, Marco Belinelli, Manu Ginobili
Deep-league fliers: Danny Green, Boris Diaw
Toronto Raptors
Patrick Patterson struggled to stand out in a Kings rotation in which he was pretty much redundant. The Raptors have a greater need for his specific skill set, and he is providing them with exactly what they want recently. Patterson is third on the team in scoring at 14.2 points per game over the last five games, with four double-digit scoring performances in that stretch. Patterson's minutes still come and go from time to time, but his recently play is exciting enough to make him worth a flier as a high-upside play for Week 12.
Schedule: MIL, @BOS, MIN, LAL
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 2nd
10-team starters: DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Lowry
12-to-14-team starters: Amir Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, Patrick Patterson
Deep-league fliers: Terrence Ross, Greivis Vasquez
Utah Jazz
One of the most interesting injury concerns of the week comes with Utah's Gordon Hayward, who is considered a game-time decision for Monday's Week 12 opener against the Nuggets with a hip injury. The Jazz play at 9 p.m. Monday, meaning word on Hayward's status may not come down until after lineups lock. The Jazz play four times in Week 12, and Denver isn't even their most favorable matchup, so I think I would still roll the dice on Hayward this week, even without knowing his status for Monday. Given how well Hayward is playing recently (18.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists per game over the last 10), he remains well-worth a starting spot even if he only plays two or three times.
Schedule: DEN, @SA, @DET, @MIN
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 6th
10-team starters: Gordon Hayward, Trey Burke
12-to-14-team starters: Derrick Favors
Deep-league fliers: Enes Kanter, Richard Jefferson, Marvin Williams, Alec Burks
Washington Wizards
John Wall might not get enough credit for his skills as a passer, but even he cannot do anything for this team right now. None of the team's six players who are averaging at least 20 minutes per game over the last five games is making at least half of their shots in that time frame, which makes Wall's uncharacteristically low 7.4 assists per game average much more understandable. We would like to see them turn things around as a squad in Week 12, but a slew of tough matchups looms. Beyond Wall, there certainly isn't a must-start on this roster for Week 12, and category-based format players might want to look for better options if the field-goal percentages of guys like Bradley Beal (37.5 percent over the last five games), Nene (44.9 percent) or Marcin Gortat (43.2 percent) are proving too much of a drag.
Schedule: @CHI, MIA, CHI, DET
Strength-of-schedule ranking: 24th
10-team starters: John Wall
12-to-14-team starters: Bradley Beal, Trevor Ariza, Nene, Marcin Gortat
Deep-league fliers: Martell Webster, Kevin Seraphin, Trevor Booker
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New study shows estrogen from various sources is impacting fish in UK rivers
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SUMMIT COUNTY — More research from the UK is showing that remnant chemicals from birth control pills, hormone therapy drugs, plastics manufacturing and other sources — collectively known to contain endocrine disrupting chemicals — are bending the gender of fish.
The new study, led by the universities of Exeter and Brunel, shows those chemicals can have a significant impact on the ability of fish to breed in UK Rivers.
"This is the first time we've seen firm evidence that the intersex fish, males that have been feminised by EDCs, have a reduced ability to breed," said Charles Tyler, from the University of Exeter's Biosciences department. "Clearly this raises concerns about the implications on the future for wild fish populations living in UK rivers, but there's also much wider issues raised by these findings. Some of the effects seen in fish could occur in other animals too as hormone systems are quite similar across all vertebrates.
"EDCs have been tentatively linked with human health impacts too, including, falling sperm counts and cardio-vascular disease. These findings remain more controversial," Prof Tyler added. "In contrast, we have shown, unequivocally that environmental estrogens alter sexual development in fish and now, through this study, that this can impact on their ability to breed."
The endocrine disrupters have been seeping into rivers through the sewage system for decades and have an observed effect on fish, altering male biology to make them more female – hence the 'gender bending' reputation of these chemicals.
Until now, there has been no solid evidence to show the long-term impact of this effect on fish in the wild – but the new research focusing on wild roach in two UK rivers (Bourne and Arun) has provided new evidence.
Two large-scale breeding studies assessed the ability of fish to breed by using a genetic technique to match offspring produced to their parents. It was found that intersex fish – those that had their sexuality compromised by EDCs and which contain both male (sperm) and female (eggs) sex cells – had their reproductive performance reduced by up to 76 percent.
"Fish still share many biological links with humans and the fact that their reproduction has the potential to be affected by EDCs is certainly a cause for concern. From a risk assessment point of view, these results are very significant."


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Factory Supply High Purity Steroid Powder Hydroxyprogesterone Acetate CAS No.: 302-23-8
Factory Supply High Purity Steroid Powder Hydroxyprogesterone Acetate CAS No.: 302-23-8
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NINE MILE FALLS, WA — A custodian at Lakeside High School who sued the Nine Miles Falls School District after becoming distraught from being forced to clean up the scene of a student's 2004 suicide had her lawsuit reinstated Tuesday by the Washington Court of Appeals after it was dismissed in January 2008, according to the Spokesman-Review.
Debbie Rothwell claims she stayed at work until after 4 a.m. cleaning the mess of blood, brain and bone all alone and became "emotionally distraught and physically ill" before returning to the school less than four hours later at Superintendent Michael Green''s orders to serve cookies and coffee to grieving students and keep the media away from the school, the story stated.
William Powell, Rothwell''s lawyer, said: "There are people who do clean up the mess after one of these horrible murders or suicides happen. But the superintendent in this case chose not to do that. He should have known better."
The heart of the case is whether Rothwell's claim of post-traumatic stress disorder falls under the Industrial Injury Act, which prohibits lawsuits based on industry injury or occupational disease, the story noted.
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CFMA in the News
Construction Financial Management Association Grows Number of Chapters in North America to 97
August 18, 2017 –The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) announced today the formation of two new chapters, bringing its total number of chapters across North America to 97. Continue reading.
Infintech Is Construction Financial Management Association's Newest Affinity Program Partner
June 1, 2017 –The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is proud to introduce its newest Affinity Program Partner, Infintech. Ranked as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest Growing Companies, Infintech specializes in business-to-business and construction payment processing. Continue reading.
Construction Financial Management Association Joins in Promotion of Safety Week 2017
May 2, 2017 - The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) joins companies across the U.S. in drawing attention to efforts to ensure workers' safety and well-being on construction jobsites during National Safety Week, May 1-5, 2017. Continue reading.
CFMA President & CEO Shares Industry Insight
March 11, 2017 - Direct from CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas, hear CFMA President & CEO, Stuart Binstock, discuss the association's goals and initiatives with the ConTechTrio. Continue viewing.
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Call-to-Action for Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention Member Organizations
December 5, 2016 – With more than 15 organizations pledging support, the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (the Alliance) initiated plans for broad-based communications during its inaugural teleconference and November call-to-action. In identifying opportunities to spread the word on this critical topic, Alliance members can shine the light on creating a zero suicide industry. Continue reading.
CFMA Presentation of The Release of a Report on an Analysis of Construction Projects with Federal Agencies and the Cause of Disputes
September 29, 2015 – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) held a press conference in Washington, DC, to release the findings of their report, which examines the extent to which courts attribute fault to contractors as opposed to government agencies when disputes arise and are adjudicated. Public opinion often concludes that cost overruns and chronic delays are frequently the fault of construction firms. Continue reading.
Viewpoint Construction Software Continues with CFMA Principal Partner Program
March 26, 2015 – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) and Viewpoint Construction Software have extended their agreement naming Viewpoint as CFMA's Principal Partner for software technology solutions for an additional three years. Continue reading.
Associations Now Takes Note of CFMA's 7,000 Member Milestone
January 13, 2015 – As a result of the CFMA's press release on reaching our 7,000 member milestone, CFMA was approached by Associations Now to provide more background on how focusing on member value made this goal a reality. Continue reading.
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CFMA's 2014 Conference offers networking and valuable insight for financial professionals
July 9, 2014 – In 1982, nearly 100 construction financial professionals gathered at Caesar's Palace in Atlantic City, N.J., for the first ever CFMA Conference, just one year after the organization was born. More than 30 years later, about 1,100 individuals from 47 states, four Canadian provinces and a handful of UK representatives met at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas June 7-11 for CFMA's 2014 Annual Conference and Exhibition. Continue reading.
ICCIFP Achieves ANSI Accreditation for CCIFP® Designation
July 2, 2014 – Princeton, NJ – The Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (ICCIFP) announces achievement of accreditation from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) for the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation. Continue reading.
CFMA Has Record Attendance At Webinar On New Revenue Recognition Standard
June 26, 2014 – Princeton, NJ – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) hosted a webinar attended by over 1,000 people on Tuesday, June 24th, which provided an update on the Revenue Recognition Standard recently published by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). Continue reading.
CFMA Adds Special Presentation at Annual Conference on Recently Released Revenue Recognition Standard
May 29, 2014 – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is pleased to announce that a special session will be held at their 2014 Annual Conference and Exhibition regarding the recently released Revenue Recognition standard. The conference, which is taking place June 7-11 in Las Vegas, NV, is bringing together the top experts in construction finance and boasts five days of learning and networking. Continue reading.
CFMA Announces New Media Partnership with Naylor, LLC.
May 1, 2014 – Naylor, LLC, the leading provider of print and online media solutions exclusively serving the association marketplace, and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) are pleased to announce their new media partnership. Naylor, LLC will be coordinating advertising opportunities in CFMA Building Profits, cfma.org, and CFMA webinars as well as producing an all new CFMA Online Buyers' Guide. Continue reading.
CFMA's 2014 Conference to Bring Construction Finance Industry Leaders to Las Vegas
April 30, 2014 – Princeton, NJ – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is bringing together leaders in the construction finance industry June 7-11, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada for their 2014 Annual Conference & Exhibition. This 33rd annual conference will be attended by over 1,000 people and features thought leaders like CFMA's Economic Advisor Anirban Basu and more than 50 sessions like the highly rated Contractor-by-Size Roundtables. Continue reading.
CFMA Welcomes New Officers for the 2014-2015 Fiscal Year
April 3, 2014 – Princeton, NJ – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is proud to announce the election of its officers for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. Among its 6,600 plus members, the officer role is the highest-ranking volunteer member position within the professional organization. Continue reading.
CFMA's Financial Survey and Benchmarker Reveals Key Industry Indicators
January 27, 2014 – Princeton, NJ – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is pleased to announce the recent release of 2013 financial data results accessible through CFMA's Financial Benchmarker site. This year, the findings revealed that a trend established in 2008 has been broken: Where the primary source of competition had been existing contractors pursuing growth, the largest source of competition reported in 2013 is foreign contractors (26%), followed by other union trades (22%), and open shop competition (16%). Continue reading.
CFMA Responds to Senate Finance Committee's Discussion Draft to Reform Certain Business Provisions
January 17, 2014 – The Senate Committee on Finance Chairman's discussion draft to reform certain business provisions addresses both rules relating to deductions for capital expenditures and accounting provisions. Al Clark, Chair of CFMA's Tax & Legislative Affairs Committee, led the charge in providing CFMA's in-depth response (pdf) to the discussion draft.
Sage and the Construction Financial Management Association Renew Partnership
January 15, 2014 – Sage North America, a provider of business management software and services to more than three million small and midsized businesses in Canada and the United States, and CFMA, an international professional nonprofit association focused on the educational needs of financial professionals in construction, today announced that Sage Construction and Real Estate will renew its partnership with the association to deliver quality, accessible, educational programs to CFMA members and to the construction industry overall. Continue reading.
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Constructing Change: The Private Company Council's Efforts Heat Up!
November 21, 2013 – On November 4, 2013, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Private Company Council (PCC) met at The Ohio State University to obtain feedback from constituents on the activities of the PCC. Constituents in attendance included preparers, auditors, and users and the feedback from all three groups was robust, with most in favor of the direction the PCC is going. Read more of this firsthand account report from CFMA member attendee, Mike Sobolewski.
ICCIFP Names E. Christopher Zaucha, CCIFP as Executive Director
November 13, 2013 – Princeton, NJ – The Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (ICCIFP) is pleased to announce that E. Christopher Zaucha, CCIFP, has been named as Executive Director. Continue reading.
CFMA's CONFINDEX Survey Indicates Construction CFO Confidence Is Getting Lower
October 2, 2013 – The Construction Financial Management Association's Quarterly CONFINDEX™ Survey, sponsored by Viewpoint, dropped in September to 127, from 128 in June, showing construction CFO confidence is declining. Continue reading.
CFMA Reorganizes Headquarters' Structure for Optimal Delivery of Member Value
September 12, 2013 – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) announced a major reorganization of their headquarters' staff structure. As of September 3, 2013, Brian Summers took on the new position of Vice President of Content Management and Education, Erica O'Grady became CFMA's Vice President of Operations, and Rob Rubin became the Vice President of Finance and Administration. Continue reading.
CFMA Responds to FASB/PCC's Invitation to Comment, Private Company Decision-Making Framework
On June 19, CFMA submitted to FASB/PCC our response to the Invitation to Comment, Private Company Decision-Making Framework. Read more about the Invitation to Comment and view CFMA' s response letter.
Maxwell Systems' Lehman to Present on Mobile Tech at CFMA
June 4, 2013 - Maxwell Systems, a leading provider of construction management software solutions, expert services, and best practices, will have a significant presence at the CFMA 2013 Annual Conference & Exhibition in San Diego. The company's vice president of Product Management, Dan Lehman, will be giving an educational presentation titled "Technology Connects Office and Field for Improved Collaboration and Profit" on June 25 from 2:00 - 3:40 p.m. Continue reading.
The Construction Financial Management Association Welcomes Newly Elected Officers for the 2013-2014 Fiscal Year
April 3, 2013 - The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) is proud to announce the election of its officers for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. Continue reading.
Sage & CFMA Renew Partnership Agreement Supporting Industry Education
April 2, 2013 - Sage North America and CFMA announced that Sage Construction and Real Estate will renew its partnership with CFMA to deliver quality educational programs to CFMA members and the construction industry overall. Continue reading.
CFMA Responds to AICPA's Invitation to Comment on Its Proposed Financial Reporting Framework (FRF) for Small- and Medium-Sized Entities (SMEs)
According to AICPA, the FRF for SMEs is a self-contained, special purpose framework intended for use by SMEs in preparing their financial statements. The FRF for SMEs draws upon a blend of traditional methods of accounting and accrual income tax accounting. The FRF for SMEs is a cost-beneficial solution for management, owners, and others who require financial statements that are prepared in a consistent and reliable manner in accordance with a framework that has undergone public comment and professional scrutiny. The accounting principles comprising the FRF for SMEs are intended to be the most appropriate for the preparation of SME financial statements based on the needs of the financial statement users and cost-benefit considerations. CFMA's thoughts on the subject are elaborated upon in the Comment Letter submitted on January 30.
CFMA Raises $10,000 to Donate to the Hurricane Sandy NJ Relief Fund
Princeton, NJ – January 7, 2013 – The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), a national non-profit professional association headquartered in Princeton, NJ, is pleased to announce that it raised $10,000 to donate to the Hurricane Sandy NJ Relief Fund. After Hurricane Sandy devastated the North East coast, CFMA created a fund of its own and began collecting money to donate to those affected by the disaster. CFMA also reached out to its 89 chapters across the U.S. and Canada to help with donations. Read More.
CFMA Responds to FASB's Invitation to Comment on Its Discussion Paper, Disclosure Framework
According to FASB, the objective and primary focus of this project is to improve the effectiveness of disclosures in notes to financial statements by clearly communicating the information that is most important to users of each entity's financial statements. Although reducing the volume of notes to financial statements is not the primary focus, the Board hopes that a sharper focus on important information will result in reduced volume in most cases. CFMA's thoughts on the subject are elaborated upon in the Comment Letter submitted on November 30.
CFMA Selects Viewpoint Construction Software as First Principal Partner
The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) has selected Viewpoint Construction Software ® as a Principal Partner for a three-year term. This partnership provides CFMA and its members and chapters with a partner that will offer objective insight and direction on technology solutions, regardless of the provider, while giving Viewpoint a grassroots-level insight into the technology needs of construction organizations, specifically those related to finance, accounting, and project management – the areas for which construction financial professionals are primarily responsible. Read More.
CFMA Announces Partnership with AEMP to Benefit the Education of Their Members
The Construction Financial Managements Association (CFMA) is excited to announce their partnership with the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), the goal of which is to develop an ongoing relationship in the area of education and the training of their respective members. As recognized leaders in the construction industry, CFMA and AEMP strive to deliver to their members' continuing education to maintain high skill levels, and seek to share that expertise with one another. Read More.
CFMA'S Response to FASB's Invitation to Comment, Private Company Decision-Making Framework—A Framework for Evaluating Financial Accounting and Reporting Guidance for Private Companies
The FASB and the Private Company Council's ultimate objective of this project is to develop a decision-making framework to use in determining whether, and in what circumstances, to adjust recognition, measurement, disclosure, presentation/display, effective date, or transition requirements for private companies. CFMA provided an in-depth response on October 26 to the invitation to comment.
CFMA Adds Input to FASB Discussion on Variable Consideration
In an unexpected twist during a recent FASB meeting addressing the topic of variable consideration, consensus among board members seemed to coalesce around the idea that variable consideration should be excluded from recognition altogether until it is virtually certain of being received. CFMA took the opportunity to clarify our position on the topic with this letter.
Contractor CFO Confidence Falls 6.5% from July through September
According to the Construction Financial Management Association's third-quarter 2012 Confindex survey, the overall construction Confidence Index is down 6.5%. Read More.
CFMA Responds to FASB's ASU Topic 825
On September 24, CFMA submitted to FASB our response to FASB's Proposed Accounting Standards Update– Financial Instruments (Topic 825): Disclosures about Liquidity Risk and Interest Rate Risk. Read more about the proposed standards update and view CFMA' s response letter.
NECA & CFMA Announce Financial Survey and Benchmarker Partnership
The Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) announced their joint efforts on the NECA Financial Survey for Electrical Contractors and online benchmarking results, built upon CFMA's proprietary Construction Financial Benchmarker and Financial Survey tools. Read more (pdf).
CFMA's Executive Committee Endorses the Security in Bonding Act of 2011
CFMA joined 10 other industry associations including ABC, AGC, ASA, and NASBP to promote passage of the Security in Bonding Act of 2011, now before Congress. This legislation provides a means to assure the integrity of surety bonds on federal contracts when issued by individuals using a pledge of assets. Read more (pdf).
Emerging Issues Committee to Respond to FASB Exposure Draft on Financial Instruments
Four members of CFMA's Emerging Issues Committee – Tony Hakes, Waylon Jones, Jeff Krall, and William Patt – along with Committee Chairman Jerry Henderson comprise a working sub-group to address FASB's Proposed Accounting Standards Update – Financial Instruments (Topic 825): Disclosures about Liquidity Risk and Interest Rate Risk, with comments due by September 25. Read more about the proposed update here (pdf).
CFMA Nominates William Patt to Serve on FAF Private Company Council
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ABC & CFMA to Produce IT Survey
On April 17, Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) and CFMA announced an agreement to produce and market CFMA's 2012 Information Technology Survey for the Construction Industry. The Questionnaire for CFMA's 2012 IT Survey will be released in June, with the Survey's release scheduled for September.
FASB Revenue Recognition Update
CFMA submitted a response to FASB's Proposed Accounting Standards Update (Revised) Exposure Draft regarding Revenue Recognition (Topic 605) on March 13. Read a summary of CFMA's comments. Read the full CFMA response letter (pdf). View all comments sent to FASB about Revenue Recognition.
CFMA Responds to FAF Proposal
CFMA has asked Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF) to slow its implementation plan to create a Private Company Standards Improvement Council (PCSIC) without further addressing other concerns. Read CFMA's response. Read Construction Advisor Today's article on CFMA's response. Read more about the FAF proposal


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CINCINNATI, Sept. 30 (UPI) -- The use of psychotropic prescription drugs to treat mental disorders such as anxiety in very young U.S. children leveled off by 2009, researchers say.
Dr. Vilawan Chirdkiatgumchai of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and colleagues at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University in Bangkok, analyzed data for nearly 600 children ages 2-5 from the 1994-2009 National Ambulatory and National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Surveys.
Psychotropic prescription peak usage -- for drugs such as stimulants, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics or antianxiety drugs -- occurred in 2002-05 but appeared to drop more than 40 percent by 2006-09.
The study did not reveal reasons for the drop in the prescribing of these types of medications for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, mood disorders and other mental health issues, but the warnings added to the labels of some of the medications by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration might have contributed to increased awareness of the side effects of the medications, the researchers said.
However, the researchers added further study was needed to determine why psychotropic use in very young children stabilized in 2006-09, as well as reasons for increased use in boys, white children and those lacking private health insurance.