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Thank you, and have a good time editing here!
Mudkipluvr4ever 23:18, 1 December 2010 (UTC)
Glitch Pokémon
Just so you know, unless the page specifies otherwise, glitch Pokémon are not included in the lists. The lists are generally reserved for real Pokémon. Werdnae (talk) 02:13, 18 December 2010 (UTC)
Signing on the User Page
You don't need to sign your User Page. It is only meant for personal stuff and the only time people can edit your User Page is if their correcting a spelling error or fixing a broken link, so you don't need to sign it. Pokedex493 23:56, 20 December 2010 (UTC)
- Spelling errors on someone else's user page should never be corrected. Some users want the misspellings. Just broken links. Werdnae (talk) 23:59, 20 December 2010 (UTC)
A couple things about your userpage, if you want to make it prettier
Hi Choroneko1234,
I just have a couple of tips for you regarding your userpage that will make it neater and prettier. Please consider them, as your page will then "fit in" a bit more with Bulbapedia, and you hopefully won't have two or three users on your case about it.
- First, like Pokedex493 mentioned, signatures usually don't go on the userpage. Your name and a timestamp are recorded in the edit history so that people curious about when you edited the page can read it and find out, but most people don't need to know that. Also, if a lot of pages had signatures on them, the pages with a ton of edits on them would have so many signatures that 503s would start showing up a bit more often as the server has to load the fancy signatures every time a visitor wants to view the page.
- Second, I noticed you stated your favorite Pokémon and your Battle Rev friend code. That's fine the way you did it, but you could make it a bit prettier.
Right now you have it like this:
[[File:509Choroneko.png]] Hi! My favorite Pokemon are [[Choroneko]], [[Yorterry]], [[Hitomoshi]] and [[Mew]]. My [[Pokemon Battle Revolution]] friend code is: 4210-9317-3927
That's fine, and I totally get it if you want to keep it that way. What most users have, though, is something along the lines of:
<div class="userbox"> {{User Favorite|509|Choroneko}} {{User Favorite|506|Yorterry}} {{User Favorite|607|Hitomoshi}} {{User Favorite|151|Mew}} {{User Battle Revolution Code|4210 9317 3927}} (Add more usertags here) </div> (Add your userpage content here)
That code alone, adding more usertags and your main userpage content in those places, would clean your page up by moving everything to the right-hand side of the page, categorize your userpage along with a bunch of others that used those usertags, and also make it easier for other users to learn a bit more about you by putting your info up in a way that we are familiar with.
If you don't want to go exploring the usertag database (which you should, as there's a whole lot of cool stuff in there), you should at least change the links from
[[Mew]] to
[[Mew (Pokémon)|Mew]] or
{{p|Mew}}. Although the staff have been running around fixing these kinds of things, it would still be nice to go directly to the page instead of having to worry about a redirect, or worse, a disambiguation.
If you need any help with this kind of stuff, let me know and I'd be more than happy to help you out. chiefboz (my talk and contributions) 00:37, 21 December 2010 (UTC)


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By Joginder Tuteja, Bollywood Hungama News Network
Three film old Upen Patel (Shakalaka Boom Boom, Namastey London and 36 China Town) is gearing up for his fourth release, One Two Three. However, the young actor insists that he merely has a guest appearance in the film.
"It's not a full on appearance as many believe. One Two Three is centered on three characters played by Sunil Shetty, Tusshar Kapoor and Paresh Rawal, with a common name Laxmi Narayan. I am mainly present for one song and a few scenes", clarifies Upen.
Promos of Ashwani Dheer directed One Two Three are out and though they last as much as 120 seconds, Upen doesn't feature prominently in any of the close shots. Is he disappointed? "Not really", shrugs Upen, "As I said, the film doesn't revolve around me. I am happy with the project. It's a good set up to be a part of."
Getting into a pensive mood, Upen says, "Sometimes I am not too sure what some folks decide to talk or write about me. Even though I am happy with the way things are looking up in my career, at times there is a certain negative energy that seems to engulf me. I am still trying to figure out why, where and how does it get generated."
How does he cope up with unwanted negative attention that he encounters sometimes? "I am a fighter and I know things will happen well for me. That may not happen immediately but it certainly would be the case eventually. I am not someone who can break so easily."
Even with two successes under his belt (36 China Town, Namastey London), doesn't it pain to see himself being considered as an outsider? "Why won't it be", counter questions Upen, "Ok, so I wasn't the main lead in both the films but nevertheless had an important part to play. Also, in case the films wouldn't have worked, would I have been let off?"
"Thankfully, I am not working with small time filmmakers or actors ever since I stepped into Bollywood. For a rank outsider like me, I guess I am quite content to be rubbing shoulders with the likes of Akshay Kumar, Akshaye Khanna, Suneel Darshan, Abbas-Mustan, Subhash Ghai, Kumar Mangat and the likes. I can't be dismissed as my time has just begun."
After One Two Three, Upen Patel would soon be seen in Kumar Mangat's next production Money Hain To Honey Hain. Directed by Ganesh Acharya, the film features him along with Govinda, Celina Jaitley, Manoj Bajpai, Hansika Motwani and Isha Koppikar. Reportedly, he has also been signed by Suneel Darshan for two upcoming projects though a formal announcement is still awaited.

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Clearly, I was put on this Earth to show you that you can eat all your favorite foods and still be healthy as can be. All you have to do is throw some vegetables in (fact: I am not a dietitian, so if this proves false for you, please don't sue me). Egg salad is one of my very favorite foods on this wonderful Earth. It can be a little tricky, though, when ordering out, you know? If you're not at a trusted establishment, you can't always have faith in their egg salad. And while good egg salad can be like heaven on a plate, there are few things worse than bad egg salad. We'll avoid that topic for the purposes of this post.
Plus, egg salad isn't usually the healthiest thing. Especially when you're never really sure just what restaurants are putting into it (heaven forbid they use Miracle Whip!). So when I got a craving for egg salad the other day, I decided to turn it green and pack a nutritional punch with it, sans any mayo at all. This recipe is essentially like combining egg salad and guacamole. And could there really be anything better than that? I think not.
Of course, you'll want to start by hardboiling your eggs. Otherwise, let's face it, your egg salad isn't going to be too tasty. If you're never sure how to tell when your eggs are done boiling, follow Simply Recipe's amazing guide! Once your eggs are ready (I hardboiled mine in the morning before I went to work and popped them in the fridge for the day), peel them.
And mash them up with the Greek yogurt (Chobani, of course!). Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top, too.
Now, peel and pit your avocados.
And mash those up, too. Just like a guacamole. Add a little salt and pepper to this, too, if you'd like.
Now, all you do is combine the egg with the guac! And mix in the cup of spinach and the celery, too.
I wasn't sure what kinds of spices I would be using when I first started making this salad, but I decided it only needed a few hot pepper flashes to kick it up a bit.
Of course, you could eat this avocado spinach egg salad right out of the bowl. But I opted to put it on some nice toasted crusty bread. When Pigs Fly is one of my favorites. And lucky for me, there's one right in my hood.
I'm telling you, if you like egg salad and avocado, there's no reason you won't like this! In fact, you might even decide that you never want to make egg salad the "normal" way again. Because what's the point? You might even want to serve this with a bag of tortilla chips and eat it like it's an eggy guacamole. Does that sound gross? Because I really don't care.
I think the spinach is a nice added touch, too. A little bit of crunch and roughage and some extra nutrition to boot.
Chris claimed not to like egg salad the other day. But then he asked to take this to lunch the next day. Oh, and it wasn't so long ago that boy didn't like avocados, either. If I told him I'd be making him avocado spinach egg salad when I first met him, he may not have dated me in the first place. Thank goodness I didn't come up with this recipe until we were a little bit further into our relationship (and I had a ring on my finger!). Now, I'm pretty sure he'd eat anything I whipped up in the kitchen.
I'll probably be making this many, many more times. It's super quick and keeps me happy for multiple meals. And is packed with protein and other fun nutrients. Who said you needed to serve ham with green eggs?
Are you an egg salad fan? And furthermore, do you like Miracle Whip? I was always a Hellmann's girl… Until I tasted this recipe! Now I'm a Greek yogurt/avocado girl!
- 7 eggs hard-boiled
- 4 oz. plain Greek yogurt
- 2 avocados peeled and pitted
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Hot pepper flakes to taste
- Good bread toasted if you want
Peel hard-boiled eggs and mash them up in a large bowl with the Greek yogurt. Season with salt and pepper.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, mash avocado.
Add mashed avocado to bowl with mashed egg and stir together with chopped celery and baby spinach.
Sprinkle with hot pepper flakes.
Make sandwiches with avocado egg salad using nice crusty bread.


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The U.S. Postal Service paid tribute to the skies and then the land surface with visually stunning sets of stamps. Now, the ocean surface gets its moment to glow on envelopes everywhere. On April 22, the Postal Service introduces the "Global Forever: Sea Surface Temperatures Stamp."
Showcasing the meandering ocean currents and their looping temperature gradients, the single, round stamp, covers postage for a one-ounce letter to any country (to which First-Class Mail International service is available) at a cost of $1.15.
Here's a detailed description of the stamp from USPS:
This round stamp features a visual representation of our planet's sea surface temperatures. It shows the Earth with North America at the center and parts of South America, Asia, and Europe just visible on the edges, surrounded by vivid bands of color throughout the oceans. The image is one frame in a 1,460-frame animation created from the output of a computer model of Earth's climate by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory. The full animation shows how the surface temperatures of the oceans vary seasonally and change over time, and how surface ocean currents and eddies transport heat and water around the globe.
This image also combines the depiction of sea-surface temperatures with visible vegetation on the land masses, an element derived from a satellite composite created by NASA.
The stamps can be pre-ordered in blocks of 4 or sheets of 10 from USPS.
The timing of the issuance of this sea surface temperature stamp could not have been better. It's prime time for sea surface temperatures, given the possible development of El Niño, which is signaled by warming waters in the tropical Pacific.
Past USPS weather and environment themed stamps:


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Crop Culture Report: Gerbera Garvinea Series
Three seasons of color are made possible with Garvinea!
Garvinea is a lush series of plants with flower shapes and colours, totally different from any gerbera on the market. Gerbera, the well-known and appreciated cut flower and indoor potted plant, brings vibrant colors indoors and will put a sunny smile on everyone's face. However, the generally used Gerbera jamesonii has its limits: the species has soft characteristics and it is therefore not suited for long term and carefree use outdoors. How wonderful would it be to extensively enjoy gerberas in gardens, borders and on terraces?
Back to Basics
With this challenge in mind, the gerbera breeding company Florist De Kwakel from the Netherlands started a new breeding program more than a decade ago. With a very innovative program the company aimed to bring gerbera back to its outdoor roots by developing a hardy and garden-worthy gerbera solution.
Since the species Gerbera jamesonii did not qualify for this purpose, Florist used numerous botanical gerbera species. The team of breeders combined all strong characteristics of these outdoor species, resulting in a completely new robust genetic basis. After years of breeding, Garvinea was successfully introduced in 2009. It was awarded with the Hortifair Innovation Award in 2009, for being the first gerbera to revive after an average winter and decorate the garden for months on end with a high aesthetic value.
Features and Colors
Garvinea's most exciting feature is the exceptionally generous flowering period of three long seasons. From early spring until the first frost many new buds will be formed, producing more than 100 flowers per plant per year, which makes it a valuable addition to the existing garden segment.
The consumer care of Garvinea is simple. The plants have a high resistance to diseases and pests. They require a moderate sunny to half shady place, with well-draining soil, some regular fertilizer and extra water by prolonged drought. Removing finished flowers and old foliage will stimulate the plant to produce even more new flower buds.
At the moment the series contains more than 20 different varieties, including the brightly colored Lisa, Jilly, Rachel, and soft-toned varieties like Piroska, Santana and Valerie. Several significant varieties such as Crista and Summer have flower heads that change colors during the flowering period of each individual flower.
Benefits and Basic Growing Tips
Since its introduction, Garvinea is extensively cultivated and tested around the world. Due to its vigorous, all-weather and disease-resistant basis, the series offers advantages for growers. Garvinea can be produced at relatively low temperatures, with little to no intervention of pesticides and no grow regulators, matching today's criteria in which environment and energy saving are key factors. The uniform plant material is multiplied through tissue culture and offered through rooting stations as hardened young plant material in trays.
Substrate. It is recommended to obtain a coarse substrate and pots with proper draining edges and at least eight holes at the bottom, to provide adequate drainage. The pH should be between 5.5 and 6.0 and an EC of 1.0 to 1.5. These are ideal values to facilitate the absorption of micro-elements. If the pH is too high, the crop will start growing chlorotic (mainly yellow) leaves. It is advised to take a soil sample before using the substrate. Climate Facilities. For Garvinea cultivation, use a greenhouse (or shade house in case of a milder climate), where climate can be monitored through ventilation, screening and, when necessary, heating. Water the plants with a drip irrigation system or irrigation from above.
After potting, the light intensity should read approximately 300 to 500 watts. For the first three weeks after potting, screening must be applied to prevent higher light intensity/sun radiation. After three weeks, a higher light intensity is desirable.
The ideal temperature for the first three weeks of growing Garvinea is between 59¡ and 68¡ F. After three weeks and along the whole growing process, lower temperatures between 41¡ and 61¡ F to stimulate bud development. During the flowering phase Garvinea can handle a maximum of 95¡ F.
Cultivation plan. Directly at arrival the young plants will be ready to be potted in 5- to 7-inch pots. Make sure the plugs are planted in the middle of the pot at the same level as the soil surface. Subsequent to spacing 10 plants per square meter after five to seven weeks, the plants can be moved to a colder greenhouse for hardening. After another two to three weeks, the first plants will start to develop flower buds and flowers. After 10 to 12 weeks at the greenhouse, the plants are ready to be distributed. Consumers will be able to welcome a rich flowering Garvinea into their gardens.


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Latino ad on Boxer: You're no friend
A conservative Latino group took to the airwaves on Monday with a tough message for California Sen. Barbara Boxer: You're no friend of ours.
It's the fourth radio ad the Latino Partnership for Conservative Principles is running through Election Day in support of Republican challenger Carly Fiorina, the former Hewlett-Packard chief.
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The ads, airing on Spanish-language stations in central and southern California, hit the three-term Democratic senator for her liberal record on social issues and for failing to advance broad immigration reform.
"Barbara Boxer is not a friend of Latinos. In fact, she has worked against the values Latinos hold sacred. She helped defeat the bipartisan immigration reform bill of 2007, and Boxer opposes a guest worker program. And she has fought to expand abortion and legalize same sex marriage," says an English translation of the latest ad.
"On Nov. 2, vote for a senator who truly values Latinos and who shares Latino values. Vote for a senator who will defend marriage, who will protect the unborn and will work to fix our broken immigration system. On Nov. 2, vote your values. Vote Carly Fiorina."
The group, affiliated with conservative Princeton professor Robert P. George's nonprofit American Principles in Action, already spent $59,000 on the ads through Oct. 10 and will spend another $90,000 through the Nov. 2 election, beginning Monday, said Latino Partnership's executive director, Alfonso Aguilar.
"Whether they arrive here as evangelicals or convert here, Latinos are conservative on social issues," he said.
A Los Angeles Times/USC poll released Sunday, however, found that 60 percent of Latino voters in California favored Boxer, while just 28 percent backed Fiorina. Among all likely voters, Boxer was leading Fiorina 50 percent to 42 percent.
Boxer defended her record on Spanish-language television Sunday, saying that she was polling well among socially conservative Latinos because she's been "respectful" of others' views.
"I am a 100 percent respectful of people's views. I don't think the government should tell people what to do," Boxer said on Univision's "Al Punto. "When you are pro-choice you respect all the choices, you respect people. If their religion tells them one thing, you respect it and so I've been very respectful.
Boxer said she's "fought" for the Hispanic community, while Fiorina backs anti-immigration measures like the new Arizona law.
"I've worked very hard on immigration, so they know what side I'm on – and my opponent supports the Arizona law, which is clearly targeting Latinos," Boxer said.


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Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead Oh, that Peanuts gang. Dear old Charles Schulz would be spinning in his grave if he knew what happened to his lovable bunch of kids once they became teenagers. In Bert V. Royal's Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, coming from Unhinged Productions, we learn that Pig Pen has become Matt, a fastidious, cocaine-snorting, homophobic jock (Fernando Rivera); Peppermint Patty and Marcie are now a pair of mean girls known as Tricia (Melissa N. Davis) and Marcy (Elizabeth Bannor); and Charlie Brown, or CB (Adam Pecht), is the most popular boy in school. This is hormone city and, for the most part, very funny. These kids have sex, talk smack about each other and even learn a few things before all is said and done. Despite the maudlin ending, the poor direction from Karen Heimbaugh and the even worse set pieces being moved at glacier speed through interminable scene changes, this young cast is attractive and full of energy. If they'd gotten better direction, they would all be pretty terrific. As it is, the show feels a bit like a school production, but it's an enjoyable one and full of fun surprises. Through March 22. Silver House Theatre, 1107 Chartres, 281-312-9379. — LW
Pack of Lies Let's say you're a typical English middle-class family: sweet, gentle, rather boring. What would you do if you were told that your oldest and best friends — your neighbors right across the street — were Russian spies, and that for the security of the country, you had to keep the friendship going and, naturally, your knowledge secret? How long could you keep up appearances? How long until the tension and the constant lying got to you? Could your marriage survive? These are the questions asked by playwright Hugh Whitemore, who's made a career out of English ordinariness and espionage (84 Charing Cross Road, Breaking the Code). While gnawing moral pain and guilt wrack wife Barbara (Karla Brandau), husband Bob (Casey Coale) doesn't react as violently to the emotional toll. But then, he's not around during the day when pseudo-spy Helen (Rose Trauschke) drops by for a chat or a spot of tea. Daughter Julie (young pro Alexandra Addison) is kept in the dark by her parents and by the mysterious government man Mr. Stewart (Glenn Dodson), who cavalierly informs the unsuspecting couple that the Reds have landed right across the way. Unfortunately, Whitemore intersperses short, "meaningful" monologues between the scenes that muddy up the drama, but Brandau is very good as she slowly unravels in front of our eyes and makes us aware that lying — even to a Commie — takes a bite out of the soul. Through April 12. Company OnStage, 536 Westbury, 713-726-1219. — DLG
Translations In the hardscrabble world of Brian Friel's Translations, language is one of the few beautiful things the people of Ireland's countryside can claim for their very own. Irish, not English, is spoken with fierce emotion in Friel's dark portrait of 19th-century rural Ireland, now at Main Street Theater. The language of the colonizers isn't even taught at the little hedge school where the story takes place. So when English engineers show up to anglicize the name of every creek, glade and valley in County Donegal, the careworn lives of these people are damaged to the very core. As directed by Rebecca Greene Udden, the tenderness in Friel's writing, his love of Ireland, his affection for the people who live there are all palpable. But this story is fraught with struggle as well. When one of the English shows up missing, the entire community realizes that place names are not the only things that will be changing with the coming of the British. They don't know how much they value their own language until it's too late. Through March 22. 2540 Times Blvd., 713-524-6706. — LW
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Young and Fertle If you think the goofy Fertle family of Dumpster, Texas, is hilarious enough in the present, you should see them back in the day. In this installment, the 20th Sentral High School Reunion sends the loons time-tripping into their past, which is just as screwy and dysfunctional as their lives today. If you're new to Radio Music Theatre — and just what has taken you so long? — you don't need to know the backstory to appreciate the nonstop nuttiness, since the witty script by Steve Farrell fills in the blanks. Of course, if you're already a committed Fertle Head, the extra details just make the show funnier. The three actors who play all the characters (Steve Farrell, Vicki Farrell and Rich Mills) are at the top of their form, and their glee is as infectious as ever. In the old days, Justicena and Bridgette were already bitch-fighting; Lou was as clueless as ever; sweet, dumb Earl found a friend in sweet, dumb Special Ed; Doc Moore couldn't be understood any better than he is now; greaser Braxton Hix continued his mischief; fey Curtis Miller dreamed of wearing a uniform; and Michael (who's never seen) spent all his time in the boy's bathroom with Bruce Nelly, much to the chagrin of Justicena, who carried a torch for him that would light up west Texas. Well, it certainly would light up Clem, Texas, next door to Dumpster, because only Clem lived there. It doesn't get any funnier — or smarter — than the Fertle family and their bizarre neighbors. Through May 10. 2623 Colquitt, 713-522-7722. — DLG


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EDMONTON — Taylor Hall's sophomore season has ended just as his rookie campaign did, with the Edmonton Oilers' young star on the injured reserve list.
The issue is not the concussion which has sidelined Hall in recent NHL games, but the left shoulder he injured back on Nov. 26, when he was catapulted into the boards by hard rock Colorado defenceman Ryan Wilson.
Hall returned after seven games on the shelf, but was reported at times to be nursing the shoulder. Turns out to be damage to his labrum, with major surgery needed to repair it.
"Recovery time will be between five and six months, so our hope is that Taylor will be ready for the start of next season,'' general manager Steve Tambellini said on the Oilers' Twitter feed, "He's going to have an incredible career, so this is the right time to take care of business and get this (surgery) done."
"Four years now . . . I injured it in junior and it's been wearing away," Hall tweeted.
"I've been playing with a pretty bad shoulder for most of this year and I'm excited to see what I can do after it's fixed. It's not the way I envisioned my career starting, but I hope to stay healthy after this and be a good Oiler for a long time."
Tambellini said Hall's surgery will be similar to the surgeries Shawn Horcoff and Ales Hemsky have undergone in recent years, which ended their seasons prematurely and seriously curtailed their summer training. In Hemsky's case, recovery from the procedure that ended his 2010-11 season carried over to the first month of the current campaign, and arguably has crimped his style for much of the season.
"We're doing the right thing. The most important thing is the future of the organization and he's a big part of that," Oilers head coach Tom Renney tweeted of Hall.
Hall initially injured the shoulder when representing Canada at a U-18 tournament four years ago. The hit from Wilson put him out for awhile before Christmas, and he appeared to reinjure it when he landed awkwardly on his arm after the a cross-check from Mark Fistric of Dallas a few weeks back.
Hall also suffered a concussion when creamed by Calgary's Cory Sarich two weeks ago on an unpenalized hit, which turned out to be his last appearance of the season.
Most scary of all was the Corey Potter skate he took to the face in a pre-game warm-up in Columbus which cut him for 30 stitches and could have been much, much worse.
Hall has scored 27 goals and accumulated 53 points in 61 games this season, rank second on the Oilers in both categories.
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Whether or not Selena Gomez is back with Justin Bieber remains uncertain, but one thing is for sure: the girl is gorgeous!
The 21-year-old singer/actress took to Instagram yesterday (June 19) to post a photo from a seriously sexy throwback photo shoot.
In the pic, Gomez can be seen wearing a black corset and chunky necklace with a floral print wrap as she strikes a sultry pose.
Choosing to go without a caption, Selena seems to let the photo speak for itself!
Meanwhile, Gomez and Bieber have been making headlines after reportedly being spotted around Los Angeles on several different occasions over the past week, causing speculation they are on again!
'Jelena' and their respective reps have not yet commented on the status of their relationship, but one way or another, Gomez's photo suggests she's feeling quite "Confident" these days!
Do you think Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez are back on? Sound off below!


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text: Feb 17 (Reuters) - Most Southeast Asian stocks ended firmer on Monday, led by Thailand and Indonesia on hopes foreign funds will return to emerging markets, while positive earnings also helped boost sentiment. Thailand's SET index jumped 1.6 percent to its highest close since Dec. 25, led by a 2.8 percent gain in the country's top oil company PTT Pcl. Airports of Thailand, which posted a better-than-expected quarterly net profit also jumped 4 percent, helping the overall Bangkok index. Analysts said domestic political concerns could hinder the overall performance of the market and foreign buying as Thailand's economy slowed significantly in the final quarter of 2013 when the unrest started, data showed on Monday. The state planning agency cut its forecast for Thailand's growth this year because of the political unrest that could prevent the formation of a fully functioning government for months. Thai market saw a net outflow of $12.33 million, extending its net outflow to $897.9 million in the last 16 straight sessions. Jakarta's Composite Index gained 1.1 percent to a more than 3-1/2-month high, helped by a net foreign inflow of $5.72 million on Monday. Foreigners have bought a net $133.95 million worth risky assets in Jakarta.. The index has gained about 4.7 percent in the last nine sessions with a recent set of positive economic data supportive to broader sentiment. Singapore shares ended 1 percent higher at more than three-week highs, led by banks after positive earnings from United Overseas Bank Ltd lifted its shares to their highest in 2-1/2 weeks on Monday. The Philippines main index gained 0.9 percent to a three-week high with an inflow of $4.53 million and Malaysian shares rose 0.5 percent to a five-week closing high. Bucking the trend, Vietnam ended 0.4 percent weaker due to profit-taking in most blue chips, while investors bought small- and mid-cap shares. For Asian Companies click; For South East Asia Hot Stock reports, click; SOUTHEAST ASIAN STOCK MARKETS Change on day Market Current Prev Close Pct Move TR SE Asia Index* 394.92 389.89 +1.29 Singapore 3069.28 3038.71 +1.01 Kuala Lumpur 1827.48 1819.37 +0.45 Bangkok 1332.37 1311.87 +1.56 Jakarta 4555.37 4508.04 +1.05 Manila 6167.82 6113.66 +0.89 Ho Chi Minh 570.20 572.22 -0.45 Change on year Market Current End 2013 Pct Move TR SE Asia Index* 394.94 388.37 +1.69 Singapore 3069.28 3167.43 -3.10 Kuala Lumpur 1827.48 1866.96 -2.11 Bangkok 1332.37 1298.71 +2.59 Jakarta 4555.37 4274.18 +6.58 Manila 6167.82 5889.83 +4.72 Ho Chi Minh 570.20 504.63 +12.99 * The Thomson Reuters South East Asia Index is a highly representative indicator of stocks listed in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Stock Market Volume (shares) Market Current Volume Average Volume 30 days Singapore 177,666,300 190,587,750 Kuala Lumpur 115,672,600 128,970,357 Bangkok 5,388,484 4,780,064 Jakarta 3,475,311,920 3,000,552,970 Manila 77,190 73,735 Ho Chi Minh 140,254 96,593


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Study Abroad 101 for Students on a Budget
Studying abroad doesn't have to break the bank!
Monday, September 8, 2014 · Noon - 1 PM
We have all heard the myth that studying abroad is SUPER expensive, and impossible to do on a budget. While certain programs do cost a pretty penny, studying abroad doesn't have to break the bank!
Join the Study Abroad Office on September 8th during free hour as we give a special Study Abroad 101 informational session tailored to students on a budget. Learn about different program possibilities, scholarships, and other helpful information for successfully studying abroad on a budget. All students are welcome, including transfer students and freshmen!


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Jerry Sandusky Given $500,000 From Youth Charity During Time of Child Rape Allegations
Jerry Sandusky, the former Penn State coach who is accused of raping several young boys who participated in a charity he founded over a 15 year period, also pocketed nearly half a million dollars from the charity's donation coffers.
Between 2001 and 2008, the Second Mile paid Sandusky, who founded the charity in 1977, approximately $500,000 in "consultant" fees, according to federal files acquired by the Wall Street Journal. Many of the child molestation allegations Sandusky is facing occurred during this time.
The child-rape allegations combined with rumors of misused funds are causing some to call for the resignation of John Raykovitz, the Second Mile CEO.
"There has to be some consequences," said State Sen. Wayne Fontana. "In this case, stepping down is the easy consequence."
Even if Raykovitz does not resign, there appears to be many "consequences" for the charity developing already as a result of the allegations. Several donors, school districts, and celebrity endorsers no longer wish to be associated with the charity, reported the Philadelphia Inquirer.
The decisions to back away from Second Mile are not only a result of Sandusky's alleged actions, but also because several key figures in the charity were aware of rumors and investigations of child-molestation claims, but still maintained ties to the former Penn State coach, including paying him the consultant fees and giving him access to children.
"For an organization with a responsibility for children not to be able to protect them, it's hard to justify an existence," said Pat Sullivan, principal of Grace Preparatory High School in State College, which is currently associated with the charity but told the Inquirer the relationship is "under review."
Pennsylvania Gov, Tom Corbett started the Sandusky investigation in 2008 as attorney general in the state, and said on Thursday that there needs to be more information on what board members knew about Sandusky's actions.
"I need to know what the charity - what the board members - knew," he said. "I think that's a determination that people should be looking into."


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Date published: Monday 9 July 2012
The Solent Regatta will be hosted by The Royal Southampton Yacht Club (RSYC). The Solent was the traditional home of J Class racing in the UK during the 1930s. Three races are planned, one starting in the Western Solent and around Christchurch Bay. One starting in the eastern Solent and into Hayling Bay, and a third in the central Solent.
The Fleet will all be based together at Ocean Village, Southampton, one of the few deep water facilities in the Solent which can berth J Class yachts, each around 140 feet overall and drawing 16 feet. Four yachts have entered this Solent Series: Velsheda, Ranger, Lionheart and Rainbow, all yachts will be based in and around Ocean Village. For more information go to www.jclasssolentregatta.com
There are numerous places where spectators can see the event from the shore, that are only a short drive from The Balmer Lawn Hotel. We will be happy to assist you with our local knowledge!
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Bread of Life Restaurant
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Bread of Life Calendar
Bread of Life Specialty Hot Cakes
(2) whole grain hotcakes filled with walnuts and smothered in raspberry sauce ... $4.09
with choice of ham, bacon, sausage, scrapple ... $5.99
Bread of Life Cream Filled Hot Cakes
hot cakes rolled with cream cheese and your choice of peaches n cream, strawberry n cream, raspberry n cream, banana n cream, or cinnamon apples n cream. ... (2) ... $5.29 (1)) ... $3.29
with choice of ham, bacon, sausage, scrapple ... add $1.90
Hot Cakes
2 hot cakes ...$2.99
3 hot cakes ...$3.99
add blueberries, chocolate chips, or cinnamon pecans for just $.50 extra per hot cake.
Belgian Waffle
with syrup and butter ... $4.29
blueberry, cinnamon pecan, strawberry, raspberry, apples, peaches, banana n caramel, chocolate chip ... $6.29
with choice of ham bacon, sausage, scrapple ... add $1.90
Bread of Life Creamed Dried Beef
made fresh daily and served with fresh coffee or hot tea
served on 2 slices of toast ...$4.09
served on home fries ...$5.49
served on toast and home fries ...$5.99
Bread of Life Stuffed French Toast
(2) slices of Texas toast dipped in our own batter stuffed with cream cheese and smothered with your choice of topping (strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, cinnamon apples, cherries, or peaches ) ...$5.29
Cinnamon Swirl French Toast
thick bread swirled with cinnamon then dipped in our own french toast batter (2) ...$2.99 (3) ...$3.99
with choice of ham, bacon, sausage, scrapple ... add $1.90
Bread of Life Baked Oatmeal
made on premise and served with fresh coffee or hot tea ...$3.29
with your choice of strawberry, raspberry, banana, cinnamon pecans, blueberry, peaches, or cinnamon apple topping ...$3.89
Farm Fresh Eggs
made to order and served with toast
egg beaters add ... $.50
1 egg ... $1.29 2 eggs ... $2.79
with choice of ham, bacon sausage, scrapple... add $1.90
with home fries add ... $1.40
Breakfast Sandwiches
made with 2 eggs on your choice of bagel, muffin, or toast
egg beaters add $.50
plain egg ...$2.79
egg and cheese $3.09
egg with ham, bacon, sausage or steak ...$3.69
egg and cheese with ham, bacon, sausage, or steak ...$3.99
made with 3 eggs and served with toast
egg beaters add ... $.75
3 cheese (Swiss, American, Cheddar) ... $4.99
Ham and cheese ... $5.29
Western (ham n cheese, peppers and onions ... $5.79
Vegetable (veggie medley and cheese)... $5.79
Greek (feta cheese, mushrooms, peppers and onions) ... $5.99
Steak (steak, cheese, peppers, onions and mushrooms) ... $6.29
Breakfast A La Carte
Toast (white, wheat, rye, sourdough) ... $.94
English muffin ... $.9
Bagel ... $1.79
Bagel with cream cheese ... $2.09
1 Egg (no toast) ... $.89
1 Hotcake or 1 slice of french toast ... $1.99
1 Bread of Life specialty hotcake ... $3.29
Large baked muffin ...$1.99
Home fries ... $2.39
Breakfast ham ... $2.89
(2) Sausage patties ... $2.89
(4) Strips of bacon ... $2.89
Oatmeal ... $1.99
Cold cereal ... $1.49
Citrus fruit ... $2.99
Side dish of creamed dried beef ... $1.99
Bread of Life Apostolitzers
Heavenly Manna Mushrooms
breaded mushrooms ...$4.49
Malachi Sticks
5 golden brown mozzarella cheese sticks with marinara sauce
Red Sea Fries
Golden brown garlic fries smothered in monterey jack and cheddar cheeses then topped with bacon bits ...$6.69
12 Tribes of Israel
crisp golden brown onion rings ... $4.49
Bread Crumbs n Flowers
breaded cauliflower ...$4.49
Eagle's Wings
chicken wings in your choice of plain, mild barbecue or HOT barbecue
(6)... $5.29 (8) ...$6.99
Bread of Life Salads
Bread of Life house, bleu cheese, french, lite french, Bread of Life honey mustard, ranch, lite ranch, Bread of Life spicy ranch, Italian, lite Italian, thousand island, oil and vinegar, Bread of Life lite house
Small... $7.29 Large ...$8.49
our salad mix topped with ham, turkey, cheddar cheese with tomato, pickled egg and pickles
our salad mix topped with charbroiled seasoned chicken breast and cheddar cheese with tomato, pickled egg and pickles
charbroiled chicken breast on a bed of romaine lettuce tossed with pecans, toasted coconut, feta cheese and a tropical mango vinaigrette dressing
our salad mix topped with seasoned chip steak and fries with tomato
Crispy Chicken
breaded chicken finger on a bed of ice burg lettuce topped with cheese, tomatoes, pickled egg and garlic fries
Hot Soups
...$2.09 Bowl...$3.29
Vegetable Beef
Bread of Life chili
Barbara's potato
Aaron's soup of the day
Childrens' Menu
(children 10 years and under)
with 1 side and beverage
Noah's chicken ... (1 Chicken Finger)
Benjamin burger
... (cheeseburger)
Nehemiah's dog
... (hot dog)
Little T's cheese ... (grilled cheese)
Bread of Life Specialty Sandwiches
Samson Burger
8oz charbroiled black Angus burger topped with lettuce and tomato
served with one side ...$7.99
Billie Jo's Cordon Bleu
breaded chicken breast covered with Swiss cheese n ham topped with lettuce and tomato and
served with one side ...$7.99
John J's Chicken
a charbroiled and seasoned chicken breast topped with Swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and Bread of Life honey mustard sauce served with one side ...$7.99
Barnabas Barbecue Burger
8oz charbroiled burger topped with Swiss cheese, onion rings and bbq sauce served with one side ...$7.99
Jeremiah's Hot Roast Beef
mounds of our roast beef between 2 slices of bread smothered in gravy and served with one side ...$7.99
Paul's Panini
our famous panini crust topped with ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese grilled to a crisp golden brown then topped with lettuce, onion, tomato and our famous Bread of Life house dressing served with one side ...$7.99
all served with pickles
add fries and slaw for just $2.99
Simeon's dog
(charbroiled hot dog) ...$2.29
Joshua's burger
(charbroiled hamburger) ...$2.69
Daniel's burger
(charbroiled cheeseburger) ...$3.19
Melissa's mushroom n Swiss
(charbroiled hamburger with mushroom and Swiss cheese) ...$3.79
Matthew's fish
(fish on a roll) ...$4.49
Andrew's chicken salad
(fresh chicken salad) ...$3.19
James' tuna melt
(frilled cheese with tuna salad) ...$3.69
Tony's cheese
(grilled cheese) ...$2.39
Hosea's ham and cheese
(grilled ham and cheese) ...$3.49
(bacon, lettuce, and tomato club) ...$3.99
Bread of Life Clubs
all served with pickles
add fries and slaw for just $2.99
ham, bacon, cheese, lettuce and tomato
turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce and tomato ...$5.29
cheeseburger, bacon, lettuce and tomato ...$5.29
Bread of Life Manna
served with your choice of two sides and our warm whole wheat bread
A. 8oz Black Diamond Steak
our most popular steak grilled to your liking ... $11.29
B. 4 Piece Honey Dipped Chicken
fried to a golden brown ...$8.99
C. 8oz. Charbroiled Chopped Steak
seasoned and charbroiled to perfection ...$8.99
D. Grilled Chicken Breast
a 6oz. chicken breast seasoned and grilled just right
E. Country Cured Ham Slice
a generous slice of ham grilled to a golden brown or ask for it charbroiled ...$8.99
F. Grilled Liver and Onions
liver done just right and topped wtih grilled onions ... $8.99
G. 2 Chicken Fingers
two chicken fingers fried to a crisp golden brown ... $8.29
H. 4 Chicken Fingers
four chicken fingers fried to a crisp golden brown ...$9.69
I. 3 Pieces of Battered Cod
three flaky white cod battered and fried to perfection ...$8.99
J. (7) Golden Grown Breaded Shrimp
butterflied and breaded shrimp done to a golden brown ...$11.29
Lighter Manna
4 oz. Grilled Chicken Breast
a 4 oz. chicken breast seasoned and grilled just right ... $6.49
1 Slice of Beef Liver
liver done just right and topped with grilled onions ...$6.49
(4) Golden Brown Breaded Shrimp
butterlied and breaded shrimp done to a golden brown ...$7.99
On the Side
mashed potatoes
baked potato
baked sweet potato
macaroni salad
potato salad
tossed salad
sweet potato fries
french fries
garlic french fries
home fries
vegetable of the day
baked beans
cole slaw and pepper slaw
Bread of Life Specialty Desserts
Sound the Trumpet
warm walnut brownie topped wtih vanilla ice cream then smothered in hot fudge and whipped cream ...$3.99
Roll Away the Stone
vanilla ice cream rolled in toasted coconut and smothered in hot carmel and whipped cream ...$3.99
Footprints in the Sand
vanilla ice cream smothered in hot fudge, marchmallow then dusten with graham cracker crumbs topped with whipped cream ...$3.99
Out of the Furnace
Bread of Life 6 layer chocolate cake covered in our famous peanut butter icing then drizzled with hot fudge ...$3.99
A slice of Fruit n Nuts
a slice of our own baked pie
(ask server for selection) ...$2.59
Garden of Eden
vanilla ice cream rolled in cinnamon roasted pecans surrounded by apples and smothered in hot carmel.
All is topped with whipped cream ...$3.99
Martha's Frozen Creme 'n Sugar
Small (1) scoop ...$1.99
Large (2) scoops ...$2.99
chocolate, vanilla, raspberry, butter pecan and the flavor of the day
Small ...$2.59
Large ...$3.79
hot fudge hot caramel peanut butter fluff
CMP raspberry strawberry
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My Nonprofit Reviews
Review for New York City Relief Inc, Elizabeth, NJ, USA
This is everybody's favorite place to volunteer in NYC. I came as part of a team and most of us are repeat volunteers. It is especially meaningful to be able to engage people on the street who are really in need. Some of the conversations I have had are "lifetime" memories. I especially appreciate the staff, who are dedicated compassionate people. And, I also appreciate that they are well organized. It's an amazing organization!
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Sometimes people return to the bus site to thank a volunteer who helped them and to report on their progress in job-finding, housing, work on restoration of their family, that sort of thing.
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Material:Lapis Lazuli
Beads Size:Approx.8mm
Length:Approx.15.5 Inches/Strand
Weight:Approx.42gram/ Unit
Quantity: 1 Unit=1 Strand=50 Pieces Beads
Min.Order:300 units
There will be a little bit color/ design/ size difference from each production. You will receive similar ones as pictured. If you need other size round loose beads,please feel free to contact us.Thanks for your visit.


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Never mind chocolate and wine. Only one food is scientifically proven to turn you on, at least if you're a fruit fly. The one guaranteed aphrodisiac, thus far, is rotting fruit (sorry, green M&Ms). The scent apparently turns on pathways in the male fruit fly's brain, which encourages them to court and mate the ladies. Sadly, moldy bananas fail to have a similar effect on female members of the species (or any members of the human species). Though if they did I imagine there'd be bowls of over-ripe produce in every household.
Okay, so even if these research has zero impact on people, it still has significant implications. The fact that any scent can trigger sexual impulses on a biological level is fascinating. Even if it's only in a teeny-tiny fly brain, perhaps there is hope for an actual love potion yet. Here's hoping it doesn't reek of rotting fruit, though.


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Under rating threshold (hideshow) Calling the gamer a "Foul Scum" isn't the best way of getting a good rating, Nor go easier on you... So what shall i say, This game isn't good at all, And if it wasn't for "Foul Scum" i might have gone alittle easier on you, But this isn't even a game, Not to mention i found this under puzzle, How is this a puzzle, Im clicking on trees, Comeon now, This is too weird for me... But yeahhhh, 1.5/5 but im going to stick with a 1.
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Mij Kelly, illus. by Alison Jay. FSG, $16 (32p) ISBN 0-374-38437-1
A British team uses a train ride as a metaphor to describe the transition from waking to sleeping in this luxurious picture book. Despite the encouragement of the other passengers-described in a locomotive rhythm ("teachers and jugglers, zookeepers, shopkeepers, writers and fighters, with babies in bundles and piglets in baskets")-"wide-awake William" shows no inclination to drift off. In Jay's (Picture This...) soothing illustrations, bathed in muted earth tones of soft terra cottas and moss greens, William and the other children create mild chaos. The hero runs from the freight car (where circus animals slumber) to the sleeping car (in which feathers fall like snowflakes from the children's pillow fight) to the caboose, until finally his mother cuddles him close and he falls asleep. Kelly's poetic text unspools in a seamless strand, twining scrumptious rhymes (the train's engine "filling the world with billows of steam,/ soft see-through clouds that turn into dreams") with nimble wordplay (William "squirms like a worm"; the train goes "lickety-split, helter-skelter, quick as a streak"). Jay exploits the train metaphor fully, including an engineer in pajamas and nightcap, a recurring sheep motif and a spread of the cars depicted as beds laid end to end, with the train's contents laid out horizontally. Book a ticket for this fanciful ride to dreamland. Ages 3-6. (Mar.)


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I bought this on a whim and did not regret it – this stuff is delicious and perfect for a late night. I've found that the longer I steep it, the better the flavour becomes. It's not too flowery or minty, and very soothing. It is great to clear your head when you're on the edge of a headache – very much recommended.
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text: What a lovely experience we had in Jaipur while touring the Golden Triangle. During a visit by five family friends and I to northern India before a wedding in Delhi, we had the pleasure of staying at the Hotel Laxmi Niwas in Jaipur. Following a long drive and touring numerous spots, we were welcomed in the spacious areas and by... More


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'The Partnership' Leader: Diversity Is Crucial To Business SuccessDuring this Black History Month, WBZ-TV talked to one Boston community and business leader who argues that diversity is crucial to business success in this global economy.
Museum Marketing Director Visits WBZ-TV For Black History MonthLynn DuVal Luse of the Museum of African American History in Boston, joined WBZ-TV Sunday morning to discuss Black History Month.
Celebrating African American History With Song In BostonCelebrating African American history in song.
Boston's Best Ways To Celebrate Black History Month 2013Every year, Boston has numerous events and activities for celebrating Black History Month.
Gov. Patrick Recognizes Local Leaders For Black History MonthGov. Deval Patrick's administration is marking the Black History Month by celebrating the contribution of African-American leaders working within the administration.


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Cheminert C72 Ultra-High Pressure UHPLC injectors, switching valves and selectors are designed for high-speed, high-throughput techniques that require a valve and fitting system that minimize internal volume and eliminate dead volume. Product is equipped with a proprietary stator coating that allows pressures up to 15,000 or 20,000 psi. All models are compatible with company's actuation options. An optional microelectric actuator determines accurate positioning without limit switches or customer adjustment. The injector can be controlled manually or facilitated through RS-232 or RS-485 interfaces. The actuator is CE certified and includes an auto-sensing110/230 VAC to 24 VDC universal power supply. Injectors are available in 4, 6, 8, and 10 port configurations, and choice of .004", .006" or .010" bore.
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Back in 2008, FedEx Corp. set an ambitious goal of improving fuel efficiency in its fleet of FedEx Express Global vehicles by 20 percent in twelve years. With the deadline year of 2020 still far in the future, the company has just reported that it has not only met but beaten its vehicle fleet fuel efficiency goal with an overall savings of 22 percent.
The achievement is impressive enough on its own, and it's especially noteworthy for two reasons. First, because FedEx has taken a chance on an aggressive, innovative strategy that embraces new technologies along with other tactics and second, because the company has established itself as a role model and leader for improving fleet fuel efficiency through its affiliation with the Obama Administration's Clean Fleets public-private partnership.
A holistic strategy for improving vehicle fleet fuel efficiency
As described by Dennis Beal, vice president of Global Vehicles for FedEx Express, the strategy approaches vehicle fleet efficiency from three angles: "Reduce, Replace and Revolutionize."
One key advantage that FedEx has had, compared to just a few years ago, is the advent of advanced electric vehicles and other new vehicle technologies, which gives fleet managers a greater range of options to choose from. In fact, FedEx realized its single largest source of savings by systematically matching the right vehicle to each route.
By the end of the company's fiscal year 2013, FedEx expects to have a total of 360 hybrid-electric vehicles and 200 electric vehicles in service. The company has also been replacing delivery trucks with "right-sized" Sprinter-type vans that are 70 to 100 percent more fuel efficient, and it is introducing lightweight Reach vans that save 35 percent compared to standard walk-in vans.
FedEx has also been converting its FedEx Express diesel fleet to cleaner models that comply with 2010 federal emission standards, and it has been introducing alternative fuels and improved efficiencies into its FedEx Freight and FedEx Ground divisions as well.
Leading the way to cleaner fleets
As ably demonstrated by FedEx, vehicle fleet efficiency represents one of the low-hanging fruits of energy conservation, especially for larger companies where economies of scale accelerate the payback period.
With that in mind, in 2011 the Obama Administration launched the Clean Fleets Partnership to help establish best practices models for other fleet-intensive companies to follow.
FedEx was one of only five corporate partners selected to kick off Clean Fleets, along with AT&T, PepsiCo, UPS and Verizon. A few months later they were joined by Coca-Cola, Enterprise Holdings, General Electric, OSRAM SYLVANIA, Ryder and Staples.
Because of its usefulness as a promotional tool, the Clean Fleets Partnership encourages participants to go above and beyond the original goal of a 20 percent reduction. FedEx has been quick to take advantage of its success, by setting itself a new goal of a 30 percent improvement by 2020 (last year the company increased its goal for reducing aircraft emissions, too).
The responsibilities of leadership
Clean Fleets, in turn, is part of a broader Obama Administration initiative called Clean Cities, which has set a goal of cutting petroleum consumption in the U.S. by 2.5 billion gallons per year, by 2020. The Administration has also been promoting sustainable ports, by reducing emissions related to rail transportation, cargo transfer and seagoing craft as well as ground vehicles.
All this activity leads to an interesting situation for FedEx and other corporate partners. By participating in the Obama Administration's initiatives, these private sector companies have entwined their corporate identities to national sustainability goals. That gives them a vested interest in related issues of national concern from a corporate social responsibility perspective.
Don't expect FedEx, or for that matter Verizon or Coca-Cola or any of the other Clean Fleets partners to suddenly start issuing pronouncements about natural gas fracking, the Keystone XL tar sands oil pipeline or other areas of controversy any time soon, but then again, don't be surprised if these corporate voices start rising in support of a more holistic and sustainable national energy policy.
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Treasures of the Pharaohs King In Chariot Franklin Mint
- Price: $250.00
- Item Category: Furniture & Furnishings
- Type: Item for Sale
- Date Posted: Mar 08, 2011
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Treasures of the Pharaohs "King In Chariot" Plate Franklin Mint...This Treasures of the Pharaohs Franklin Mint collector's plate is entitled King In Chariot by Roushdy Iskander Garas, decorated with 24KT gold and is fine porcelain. 1989. Also included is the original wall hanger kit from the Franklin Mint which has never been opened. Excellent Condition. Never Displayed. It does come in the original box used for shipping. A timeless, wonderful treasure to start your collection or add to it. It is the perfect gift for someone with a love of egyptian art.


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Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffHumbug
Favourite Worst Nightmare
Whatever People Say...
Correct ranking.
Album Rating: 4.0This would be a top 5 of the year for me easily if a few of the latest B-Sides took the place of some of the filler on the actual album (Mad Sounds, Party Anthem, I Wanna Be Yours).
Stop The World I Wanna Get Off With You, Evil Twin and Electricity are absolute belters.
Album Rating: 4.5This is criminally underrated, definitely in my top 5 of this year.
Album Rating: 4.5Bestest album
'R U Mine?' is so good
Digging: Information Flash - Ego Murda Sound
damnit i still need to check this.
Album Rating: 4.5It's absurd how many reviews of this make no mention of "Knee Socks."
that song is phenomenal. Josh Homme's feature is glorious.
such vox
Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffAgreed, best song here by a fair ways imo
Digging: The Used - The Canyon
it's no fwn yea
good ass album tho
Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffIt's no FWN, it's better
Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffDamn no reaction from tom guess he's done with my bullshit
saw these guys last week at a small venue, they were really fun. i thought the songs they played from this were some of the weaker ones, though.
Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffSweet was Helders lookin sexy
What am I saying, course he was
yeah, but they didn't come out and talk to us after the show! We waited for over an hour! First time that's ever happened to me! !!!!!!
yeah srsly. also Alex was a huge diva. like, he had the elvis hair going on, he caught kisses from the crowd, and he literally popped locked and dropped it at one point.
remember when he was a punk???
Album Rating: 3.5 | Sound OffFookin dick'eads they are
he was swee in fwn era
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Baroness Maddock: My Lords, how will that process interact with the setting up of a professional body for teachers; namely, the general teaching council, under the Teaching and Higher Education Bill?
Lord Whitty: My Lords, the GTC will have no direct role, but clearly its advice on how to nurture the competence of teachers will be relevant.
The Earl of Lauderdale: My Lords, how are members of the educational forum to be appointed in the first place?
Lord Whitty: My Lords, if the noble Earl refers to education action zone fora, that matter is covered by the school standards Bill before the House. The noble Baroness shakes her head. It is included in a clause that we shall, I hope, debate reasonably shortly. The education action zone forum will consist of representatives of the schools within the forum and members from local business and other interested bodies, including in most cases the local education authority.
Lord Roberts of Conwy asked Her Majesty's Government:
Lord Roberts of Conwy: My Lords, I am grateful to the Minister for that frank and open reply. I hope that a copy of the letter will be placed in the Library. Can the Minister explain to me why the Foreign Secretary regards this episode as a serious matter and cause for an inquiry or investigation, whereas the Prime Minister regards it all as an "overblown hoo-ha"? Is there a contradiction of attitudes there?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: No, my Lords, there is no contradiction at all. I shall explain why to the House. First, I shall ensure that a copy of the letter goes into the Library of the House. We all regard this issue as a serious matter. The Prime Minister made that very clear when he spoke earlier this week. He made it very clear indeed that the alleged breaking of UN sanctions was something that the Government could never condone. In that he was supporting my right honourable friend who, throughout all this, has made his position very clear as well. I think what my right honourable friend the Prime Minister was referring to
Viscount Waverley: My Lords, has Parliament lost sight of the essence of the problem and the practical reality? Have we forgotten that a murderous regime, unanimously condemned by the Commonwealth, the OAU and the United Nations, has been brought to an end, that the arms were probably always destined for ECOMOG and were therefore not in defiance of the UN resolution and that we should now be encouraging a transparent trial of the perpetrators?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, of course I agree. What is important now is the future of Sierra Leone. On his return to Freetown, President Kabbah spoke of the need for reconciliation and the need to establish a broad-based government. We and others will continue to support President Kabbah and his government to implement such policies and to enable all Sierra Leoneans to participate in building a peaceful democratic future.
Lord Dormand of Easington: My Lords, since the Statement on Monday there have been press reports of a letter sent to the Prime Minister from President Kabbah. Without prejudice to the investigations which my noble friend mentioned, can she say whether the letter sheds any light on the situation?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, I think my noble friend is referring to President Kabbah's letter which made it clear that his government were told by my right honourable friend the Minister of State at the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Edinburgh that we would provide diplomatic and other support to him, but that HMG could not provide arms.
Lord Avebury: My Lords, on the subject of President Kabbah's letter, would the Minister care to comment on the defamatory allegations made by President Kabbah against certain individuals in this country and the fact that copies of the letter were circulated by the Press Office in Downing Street?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, I am pleased to be able to confirm the Prime Minister's spokesman's briefing, which made clear that Her Majesty's Government could not associate with some parts of the letter, including the part to which the noble Lord referred. I can confirm that the Government do
Lord Moynihan: My Lords, can the Minister say whether three days before Customs officers raided Sandline on Friday 3rd April, Tony Lloyd, the relevant Foreign Office Minister, was in fact in Sierra Leone?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, I regret to say that I am unsighted on that issue. I shall write to the noble Lord on it.
Baroness Williams of Crosby: My Lords, this side!
Lord Ewing of Kirkford: This side, Shirley, you will need to behave yourself! My Lords, will my noble friend accept my warm and sincere congratulations on the speed with which the Foreign and Commonwealth Office replied to the letter referred to in the Question? Seven days after the letter was received, the company received a reply. The noble Lord who tabled the Question is a very good friend of mine. He was a Minister in the Welsh Office in the last government. If you wrote to the Welsh Office at that time, you were lucky if you received a reply in seven weeks, let alone seven days!
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, I thank the noble Lord for his compliments, which I shall pass on to the Foreign Office where I know they will be gratefully received.
Baroness Williams of Crosby: My Lords, I apologise for trespassing on the excellent question posed by the noble Lord, Lord Ewing. I wish to ask the noble Baroness one question about the wider implications of the relationship between the Foreign Office and Sandline. It arose earlier in Papua New Guinea when the High Commission was used by the director of Sandline for a press conference. It has arisen again over Sierra Leone. Will the noble Baroness ask her office to look closely at the relationship and ensure that it is in every way consonant with the Foreign Office's responsibilities?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: Yes, my Lords, I can do that. I am unable to tell the noble Baroness whether the wider considerations to which she drew our attention will be within the terms of reference of the investigation which my right honourable friend has already announced. But I shall ensure that my right honourable friend is aware of the noble Baroness's suggestion.
Lord Hylton: My Lords, do the Government agree that the recent controversy indicates a real need to regulate mercenary companies? Will they do so within this country and seek mechanisms for international approval of mercenary operations?
Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean: My Lords, I am aware of that suggestion and many others which are coming forward at the moment. However, it would
Lord Carter: My Lords, at a convenient moment after 3.30 p.m., my noble friend Lady Symons of Vernham Dean will, with the leave of the House, repeat a Statement that is to be made in another place on India: Nuclear Tests. I would like to take this opportunity to remind the House that the Companion indicates that discussion should be confined to brief comments and questions for clarification.
Lord Whitty: My Lords, I beg to move that the Bill be now further considered on Report.
Moved, That the Bill be further considered on Report.--(Lord Whitty.)
On Question, Motion agreed to.
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Democrats Stall Capital Construction Projects
Senator Kenneth P. LaValle expressed frustration over the defeat of an amendment to allow projects that are important to job creation to move forward. For the third week in a row, Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican-sponsored amendment that would have provided funding for all capital construction projects and did not include any new spending.
The Governor's decision to suspend payments on contracts until the new budget is in place has impacted road and bridge contractors throughout the state. The result has been layoffs and the shut-down of transportation related projects. In addition, important economic development ventures at the State University of New York (SUNY) campuses, environmental conservation, water, and sewer projects have been put on hold.
According to Senator LaValle, the funding for these projects has already been appropriated. The amendment would allow for them to be funded through September 15, 2010. The measure does not ask for additional monies and ensures that our roads and bridges remain safe for motorists.
"The capital projects that have been stalled are important to the safety of our roadways, the creation of jobs, and the economic health of the state," said Senator LaValle. "It is frustrating that the Senate Democrats have continually refused to join us in allowing these projects to move forward for the benefit of all New Yorkers."


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A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor
July 14, 2007
This week on A Prairie Home Companion, another summertime rebroadcast featuring a few shows from Town Hall in New York, April 2005. Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain are with us, as is Vince Giordano. Odetta sings a wonderful World War I-era song called "Rich Man," André Watts plays Ravel, and Renée Fleming recalls her high school musical debut in the "Sound of Music". Meanwhile, in Lake Wobegon, the high school play was cancelled under student protest...
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The next general meeting of Alberta Family Histories Society will be held on Monday, December 1 from 7-9 pm at River Park Church (3818 14A St. SW).
Thinking of putting a genealogy journal or magazine on your Christmas wish list? Join us to find out what print and online genealogy magazines and journals are recommended. Linda Murray of the AFHS Library Committee will share some of the best ones from the library's collection. Jim Benedict will discribe the advantages of an online subscription to Eastman's Genealogy Newsletter. Please bring along a copy of your favourite genealogy magazine or journal; members will be given an opportunity to give very brief recommendations as well. Xenia Stanford, the editor of Chinook, will give some insights into the production of our journal and pointers about how to submit an article for publication. If time permits, Marion Peterson will give hints on how to write an effective query and how to use PERSI.
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LOPES, Evandro Luiz; TEIXEIRA, João Marques and MORETTI, Sérgio Luiz do Amaral. Utilitarian and hedonic shopping value and its influence on retail: results of a retail building supplies survey. Organ. Soc. [online]. 2012, vol.19, n.60, pp.87-108. ISSN 1984-9230. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/S1984-92302012000100006.
This article analyzes the relationship between hedonic and utility purchase values, satisfaction, word-of-mouth and intention to repurchase through a model developed for this purpose. The study was motivated by the growing debate about the influence of the store environment on customer satisfaction. The hypotheses were tested through a survey of 400 interviews with buyers at a chain store of building materials in the state capital. The results indicated that the purchase price of utility positively influenced all outcome variables and the hedonic retail purchase price influenced only word-of-mouth and repurchase intention. The influence of the purchase utility on satisfaction, word-of-mouth and intention to repurchase was greater than the influence of the hedonic value of purchases. These findings may indicate, though not guarantee, that a good variety, ready availability of goods, good location, opening times and competitive prices result in satisfied and loyal customer.
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Does anyone know what they might be?
I read that mushrooms are quite common on lawns after a particularly wet few weeks.
Trying to ascertain whether they are safe.
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They could potentially be Marasmius oreades, and these would be quite common at this time of year on lawns. It is not possible to be certain from the photograph however, so you should definitely not consider them 'safe'!
Would be useful to see the underside of the mushroom / the gills, and to see if they change to a paler colour when dried out.


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Physicists are closer to concluding that what they found last year was the Higgs boson, the elusive so-called "God particle," which could restructure the understanding of why matter has mass, which combines with gravity to give an object weight, scientists in Italy announced Wednesday.
But they still haven't reached that "Eureka moment" when they can announce the Higgs boson has been discovered.
The long theorized subatomic particle would explain why matter has mass and has been called a missing cornerstone of physics.
Last July, scientists with the world's largest atom smasher -- the Large Hadron Collider -- announced finding a particle they described as Higgs-like. Since then, confirmation has been sought.
Scientists from Caltech were among those who made the historic announcement last summer.
Physicists gave an update of their work Wednesday at a conference in the Italian Alps. They are trying to be sure that the particle that was found has no spin, an essential characteristic for Higgs confirmation.
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Indianapolis Star's Weekly Political Column Notes DePauw Visit by Charlie Cook
December 5, 2004December 5, 2004, Greencastle, Ind. - "Political analyst Charlie Cook appeared at DePauw University last week to talk about the recent presidential election," notes today's "Behind Closed Doors" column in the Indianapolis Star. "Cook, whose political report is considered a must-read for political insiders, reminded the group that President Bush did not win his election in a landslide and should be careful about claiming a mandate." (photo shows, l-r, Ken Bode, Eugene S. Pulliam Distinguished Visiting Professor of Journalism at DePauw, with Charlie Cook)
The news item continues, "'In terms of what really matters, this election came down to 136,000 votes in Ohio out of 5.4 million cast in Ohio,' Cook said, according to a transcript. 'Now that's not 537 votes in Florida, but it's pretty darn close.' Cook expressed doubt that there is overwhelming support for a conservative agenda. 'If I were the chairman of the Democratic National Committee, and if I had one wish -- and if I were just an absolutely mercenary (and) didn't care about anything except winning -- I would pray that Roe v. Wade was overturned,' Cook said. 'I think that would be probably the single most devastating thing to the Republican Party for 10-20 years to come.'"
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Tuesday night I taught the second quilting "class," here at work. Again, lots of laughs and fun. I brought along a Keepsake Quilting catalog which totally amazed them with all the possibilities!
I started off with a list of quilting terms (e.g., FQ, Cakes, Jelly Rolls, etc.) and what they mean and how the catalog uses these terms. I tried to demonstrate on a white board how to cut a FQ. I knew the dimensions but do you think I could remember how a FQ cut differs from a 1/4 yard cut? NO! Complete brain freeze. They loved that! :-) And, later in the night, when I cut my finger, using SCISSORS no less, they laughed even harder! Not at my boo-boo but at all the disgusted faces I made at my own stupidity!
From there, I asked them to cut their FQs into 2.5" strips and those into 4" rectangles. We're going to make the Chinese Coin pattern which is 3.5" but, given that their rulers were slipping, I had them cut to 4" so we can square up later.
Lesson learned.... The Fiskars beginner's pack that includes a rotary cutter, mat, and 6"x18" ruler is really not a good buy. The mat is okay but the rotary cutter is very slippery and is not the self-closing one from Olfa that I prefer, and had them buy, for safety reasons. The worst is the ruler -- no non-slip stuff on the back! Thankfully, I had some Invisi-Grip with me we used and that helped. If I teach another beginner's class, I'll have them buy everything individually, not in packs.
For beginners, they are doing super! Considering it's only the second time we've met, and the first meeting included unpacking their newly purchased sewing machines, they've come a long way. They managed to not only get their rectangles cut, they actually had time to sew a few sets together. Again, they were amazed at how fabric choice can make a pattern come alive!
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$50G fix saves Patchogue man's house
Water splashed at the mouth of Michael Hennessey's driveway as if something disturbed the river that was once Smith Street in Patchogue. But otherwise, the water, which was 4 feet deep or more, was receding.
?"I feel lucky," he said, pointing out the damage suffered by his neighbors, some of whose houses he said were "destroyed."
?Hennessey's house faces Shorefront Park, and just beyond that, the Great South Bay. But during the peak of the storm on Monday night, Hennessey said there was no way to tell what was bay and what was park.
"The waves were crashing on the park," he said. "We thought Irene was bad, but this ..."
Still, Hennessey, 50, counted his blessings. Three years ago, he basically rebuilt his house so that he could add a second story. that job included rebuilding the foundation.
He built it up 7 feet higher than recommended by FEMA, and it now stands on 32 pilings and 18-inch thick cement foundation.
He suffered no water damage.
"If you're gonna live on the bay," he said, "this is what you have to do."
Hennessey said he spent about $50,000 lifting his house, but surveying the damage in his neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon, it seemed like a small price to pay.
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- July 1, 2015
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
It's that time of year again…time to put on your flip flops and join us as we take over the outdoor patio at Adriatic Grill in Tacoma! This is a night full of fun for socializing and enjoying some cocktails with friends…Exclusive Drink Specials – lemon drops and Adriatic Lemonade!
We will also have some appetizers provided by SPS BPW…and a full dinner menu of incredible food available (for purchase)!
Wear your best pair of sandals or flip flops for our contest…
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No meeting fees for members or guests – BUT YOU MUST HAVE A PRINTED ticket or receipt from registration to get in the door – Anyone who shows up at the door without registering online WILL BE CHARGED $5 to attend. (After registering you will receive an email with your ticket – please print this out and bring it with you – a receipt from the registration will also be accepted if printed or shown on your smart phone with YOUR NAME on it).
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49ERS (7-2-1) at SAINTS (5-5), 4:25 p.m.
Outlook: Game of the Week committee was wooed by a great 49ers defense dueling a great (and hot) Saints offense. Panel also liked that it's a rematch of last year's playoff game won by San Francisco, 36-32. Colin Kaepernick likely to start as 49ers QB as Alex Smith continues with concussion symptoms. But that isn't why I like the Saints: San Francisco is coming off a short week and Drew Brees at home — he has a 20-yard completion in 100 straight games, a record — is close to unstoppable.
Television: FOX
Prediction: Saints, 31-27
PACKERS (7-3) at GIANTS (6-4), 8:20 p.m.
Outlook: "AAWWK!" carols the Upset Bird, thankful for another year not associated with the turkey breed. Sunday prime-timer is a top-grade NFC matchup, with Aaron Rodgers' Packers way hot and Eli Manning's Giants trying to shake off back-to-back losses and start acting like champs. Giants coming off a bye gives us pause, but still like Green Bay to avenge last season's playoff loss. Rodgers is 24-4 on TDs/picks in past seven games. I just trust that guy."
Television: NBC
Prediction: Packers, 30-28
VIKINGS (6-4) at BEARS (7-3), 1 p.m.
Outlook: A concussion made Bears QB Jay Cutler a legit-questionable to play, and, although Cutler isn't having a great year, the drop-off to Jason Campbell is steep. That's partly why I'm being a wimp and opting for Chicago here, against a gut feeling. Mark it down: Bears' offensive line is a shambles, and the Vikings coming off a bye have an excellent upset shot.
Television: FOX
Prediction: Bears, 20-17
SEAHAWKS (6-4) at DOLPHINS (4-6), 1 p.m.
Outlook: There are teams that are distinctly better at home than traveling, even beyond the norm, and Seattle (1-4 on the road) is one of them. Likewise rookie QB Russell Wilson has been much better in the Space Needle's comforting shadow. Marshawn Lynch (four consecutive 100s) is one of the best runners Miami will face all season. Seattle's defense is strong and I cannot think of many tougher opponents in terms of Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill trying to shake a personal funk and get his bandwagon rockin' again. Tannehill (needing 91 yards) surely will break Dan Marino's 1983 rookie record of 2,210, but the phrase "pyrrhic victory" comes to mind. Seattle is coming off a bye and vitally in a playoff hunt in a way Miami is not.
Prediction: Seahawks, 23-17
RAIDERS (3-7) at BENGALS (5-5), 1 p.m.
Outlook: I keep expecting Al Davis to come back from the dead just to complain about how bad the Raiders (still) are and maybe fire somebody. But at the same time I like Oakland, with ex-Bengal Carson Palmer making his first return to Cincinnati. Yeah, Oakland is 1-4 on the road, but Palmer has pitched for 1,094 yards in three wins, and this is the game he's had circled all season.
Prediction: Bengals, 28-24
STEELERS (6-4) at BROWNS (2-8), 1 p.m.
Outlook: Old veteran Charlie Batch is subbing for injured Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger. That's a steep falloff, even with Plaxico Burress back. Cleveland has all the emotional incentive in a series Pitt has dominated, including a 10-1 run in Ohio. But stubborn me still likes a Steelers defense that has not allowed an offensive TD in seven quarters.
Prediction: Steelers, 19-17
BILLS (4-6) at COLTS (6-4), 1 p.m.
Outlook: Indy has started to build some home-field muscle (4-1), Andrew Luck is hardly playing like a rookie, so make this a venue call in what feels like a toss-up game. Luck, with more passing yards through 10 games than any rookie ever, should keep it flying against a mediocre Buffalo pass defense. Colts also are precarious in the playoff hunt and simply must have a winnable home date like this one.
Prediction: Colts, 27-23
BRONCOS (7-3) at CHIEFS (1-9), 1 p.m.
Outlook: Once-proud Kansas City is 0-5 at home. Denver has won five straight. Chiefs have lost seven straight. Peyton Manning will have his way. The Broncos' defense should dominate. Are you beginning to sense a pattern here? Almost forgot to mention. Brady Quinn will start over Matt Cassel. Um, is that a good thing?
Television: CBS
Prediction: Broncos, 34-10
FALCONS (9-1) at BUCCANEERS (6-4), 1 p.m.
Outlook: Surging Bucs have scored 206 points in past six games, with Josh Freeman on a 16-3 TDs/picks roll during that span. Can easily see Tampa Bay come crashing, but I'm-a keep the faith here and roll with a mild upset. Bucs are believing in themselves, and Doug Martin, the rookie you don't hear enough about, could exploit a so-so Falcons run defense.
Prediction: Buccaneers, 23-21
TITANS (4-6) at JAGUARS (1-9), 1 p.m.
Outlook: Chad Henne. He's baa-aa-aaack! Jacksonville's backup-turned-starter was a near-hero in last week's OT thriller-loss to Houston. Jaguars spent so much emotion in that near-shocker that I can see them (and Henne) crashing here. I mean, they're 0-5 at home, and Titans are coming off a bye. But I don't care, I'm rolling the dice here.
Prediction: Jaguars, 24-20
RAVENS (8-2) at CHARGERS (4-6), 4:05 p.m.
Outlook: I seem to keep picking the Chargers, keep getting bitten, and then keep picking the Chargers. I figure Ravens coming off a big emotional grudge division win over Pittsburgh, then a long trip, and facing a QB (Philip Rivers) who has 955 yards in three career games against Baltimore. So it's San Diego, then! (Oh lord will I never learn!?)
Prediction: Chargers, 27-24
RAMS (3-6-1) at CARDINALS (4-6), 4:25 p.m.
Outlook: Rams have not won on the road. Free-falling Cardinals have lost six straight. What more do you want? St. Louis won first meeting 17-3, now Arizona has no running game and a rookie, Ryan Lindley, at QB. So naturally I see the Cards winning on big defense. It's that kind of week, folks.
Prediction: Cardinals, 20-13
PANTHERS (2-8) at EAGLES (3-7), 8:30 p.m.
Outlook: As most know our Dog game is the lousiest matchup, and we rarely look to Monday because that stage seems to dress every game in fancy clothes. But not this one. Carolina is bad. Philly, with six consecutive losses, may be worse. Fact: The Phillies have won a game more recently than the Eagles have. Looked as if rookie Nick Foles would go because of Mike Vick's concussion. RB LeSean McCoy also seemed very iffy for the Eagles. There's a phrase for someone like me who nonetheless likes the home team here: Glutton for punishment.
Television: ESPN
Prediction: Eagles, 23-20
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Hi all,
I want to get something special for my dad's 77th birthday.
He hates chocolate and doesn't like whipped cream.
For the last 25 years, he's had the Saint-Honore cake from Patachou or Riviera Bakery.
I've also got him beautiful cakes from Dufflet, Clafouti, and North Pole Bakery, but I want to get him something from a bakery I've never been to.
I know it's not much to go own, but does anyone have any ideas?
Thanks a lot!
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This is usually where I bitch about filmmakers planning trilogies when they should just be concentrating on making that first movie awesome, but I'm frankly tired of it, and I'm sure you're tired of hearing it, too, so I'll just do this one more time and never, ever do it again.
Really? A trilogy? Geez, just try making that first movie awesome first, guys! Damn!
Okay, now that that's out there, moving on…
Roland Emmerich, while out promoting his big-budget action flop "White House Down" in the UK, revealed to Digital Spy that he has plans for not one, not two, but three new "Stargate" movies. And yes, he's using the dreaded "reboot" word.
We went to MGM, who has the rights, and proposed to them to do a sequel, but as a reboot… and reboot it as a movie and then do three parts. Pretty soon we'll have to look for a writer and start.
Emmerich, as you'll recall, is already working on two Will Smith-less sequels to "Independence Day". Of course, that was before Will Smith's "After Earth" bombed, and Emmerich's "White House Down" bombed. When smart actors/directors need a hit bad, they always go back to what worked — and an "Independence Day" with Will Smith would definitely work.
But in any case, what do you kids think of a new "Stargate" trilogy? I'm a big fan of the original TV show myself, and the first spin-off, "Atlantis," has its charms. I could have used or lose "Stargate Universe", or as I like to call it, "Battlestar Galactica With Wormholes".
The original 1994 movie starred Kurt Russell and James Spader as humans who travel to a distant planet using an ancient alien ring, the stargate of the title, only to encounter evil aliens that, it's revealed, were the old Egyptian Gods of legend. If nothing else, I learned more about pseudo Egyptian facts from the shows/movie than I ever did in college, so there's that.


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The $500 million National Museum of African American History and Culture got its final site and building design approval on Thursday, putting the project on track for a 2015 opening.
"I think we're just excited about seeing the project finally get constructed," said Ken Walton, an architect for the National Capital Planning Commission, which OK'd the plans at an afternoon meeting. "This is the first major new building on the [National] Mall since the Native American museum, so this is a significant building."
Half of the financing for the mammoth, crown-inspired building comes from federal tax dollars via Congress, and the Smithsonian Institution will raise the other half. A representative of the museum said the Smithsonian has already raised about $100 million for the project.
|At a glance
|What: Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture
|Where: National Mall, southeast corner of 15th Street and Constitution Avenue NW
|When: Created in 2003 by an act of Congress; completion in 2015
|Cost: $500 million
Construction began on Feb. 22 when President Obama, first lady Michelle Obama, former first lady Laura Bush and other museum officials first broke ground at the chosen site on the National Mall, on Constitution Avenue between 14th and 15th streets NW. Since then, excavation has begun at the location and the approval of the designs will allow for more construction to move forward.
"We're planning to pour the first concrete for the foundations between the first and 15th of December," said Charles Yetter, senior project manager for the Smithsonian.
Architect David Adjaye, working with the Freelon Group, Davis Brody Bond, and the SmithGroupJJR, leads the design team for the building.
Down to the very color of the flowers, the plans for the site reflect a mission to reflect "the breadth and depth of the experience of individuals of African descent living in the United States," according the National Capital Planning Commission. This includes three groves of trees that will be planted to represent three ideas: spirituality, hope and optimism, and resilience.
A 2003 report by museum organizers said the project's goal is to "provide a national meeting place for all Americans to learn about the history and culture of African Americans; establish an institution that can respond to the interests and needs of divers racial constituencies; and build a national venue that can serve as an educational healing place to further racial reconciliation."
There are still a few finishing touches left to be decided, but the 401,447-square-foot-building appears to be on track for its 2015 completion date.
"We're ready to get out of the ground beyond the dirt and mud to get the building up," Yetter said.