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Forget the U.S. presidential election, forget Brexit, the year's most polarizing news story still belongs to three of the world's biggest superstars — Team Taylor vs. Team Kimye. Pretty Little Liars star Troian Bellisario is the latest celeb to weigh in on the debate which is dividing the nation, has wasted no time telling us how she really feels.
Bad Blood
For those not in the know (seriously, where have you been?), it all started when Taylor Swift denied allowing Kanye West to use her in his (now iconic) song 'Famous,' triggering the omniscient Kim Kardashian-West to release a snapchat video of Taylor's verbal agreement to use name in the track.
TV star Troian definitely isn't lying about her feelings on the whole issue. Better known as Spencer Hastings on Pretty Little Liars, she was asked in an interview with Cosmopolitan where she falls on the whole Kimye/Swift feud, and her reply was cutting:
Oh god, I have such an aversion to the Kardashians because I literally don't understand people's obsession with them and I don't want to accept them as our closest thing to a royal family, so I guess I would be Team Taylor Swift?
So is Troian on Team Taylor? Think again. She continued:
However, I'm so appalled by what I consider to be her false feminism. It seems like she's this person who's like, "Sisterhood!" and then she does nothing but tear down the women that were once her friends.
Ouch. So clearly Troian has had enough of this issue, and has strong opinions about both Kimye and Taylor. Like many of us at this point, she's probably Team Why-Is-This-Still-A-Thing?:
So is it possible to just be, like … this is a two-party system that I don't want to be a part of? Can I just say that? Can I say that I would choose the Green Party in this?
Troian, I love you.
So Who Exactly is on Team Taylor?
While most celebs seem to be backing Team Kimye in the scandal, some more celebs have come out in support of Taylor.
1. Selena Gomez
Taylor's biggest cheerleader from the very beginning has been Selena Gomez, who tweeted:
2. Ryan Reynolds & Blake Lively
After being very present at Taylor's Fourth of July party, Ryan and Blake have also supported their pal by 'liking' her Instagram response to the video.
3. Martha Hunt
Model and T-Swiz Squad Member™ Martha Hunt tweeted her thoughts on the drama.
4. Ruby Rose
Ultimate heartthrob and T-Swiz Squad Member™ Ruby Rose kinda sorta came out in support of Tay, if a little ambiguously.
5. Chloe Grace Moritz
In an impassioned tweet just hours after the video surfaced, Moritz took to twitter to call out the industry, and support Swift by proxy.
Now that the dust has settled on that atom bomb of a Snapchat story, perhaps you too are now Team Taylor? Or are you 100% with Kim and Kanye? Or are you more like Troian, wondering why we have to pick sides at all?
If you need a distraction from all of this celebrity beef, let Troian and the girls take your mind off things in the latest promo for Pretty Little Liars episode 7.6, which will be with us in just a few short weeks!
Are you Team Taylor, Team Kimye, or Team Troian?
Source: Cosmopolitan


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Sammon let off the hook
Wigan have successfully appealed Conor Sammon's red card against Manchester United, with the FA confirming he will not serve a suspension.
Last Updated: 29/12/11 4:02pm
Wigan have successfully appealed Conor Sammon's red card against Manchester United, with the Football Association confirming he will not serve a suspension.
The Irish striker was shown a straight red card during the Latics' 5-0 defeat at Old Trafford on Boxing Day.
The decision, taken after a coming together with Michael Carrick, appeared harsh and Roberto Martinez was left less than impressed at the final whistle.
Wigan decided to contest the dismissal, confident that Sammon would be spared a three-match ban.
Their efforts have proved successful and the 25-year-old will now be available to Martinez for a trip to Stoke on Saturday.
"At a Regulatory Commission hearing today, a claim for wrongful dismissal from Wigan Athletic striker Conor Sammon was upheld," read a statement released on the FA's official website.
"As a result, Sammon's three match suspension has been withdrawn.
"Sammon was shown a red card for violent conduct during Wigan's Premier League match against Manchester United on 26 December."
On the FA's decision, Martinez said: "We thank the panel for their decision, which is the correct one. We now need to draw a line under the matter and move on.
"I am delighted to have Conor available for the next three matches. It would have been really unfair for him to share the frustrating feeling that he had on Monday for another three games after doing nothing wrong.
"You need to accept punishment when you do something wrong but this was a normal phase of play where Conor was using his role as a target man. He tried to be big, to hold the ball and the red card was the wrong call."


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First we had an early dinner at Cacao Green (yea, we had ice cream for dinner) with some fries & chicken from Schnitz (which was really good! i'm beginning to think all food in melb is out to make people fat). I had the Pomegranate while Adam chose the original flavor - yogurt. I think that original tastes better of the two, but I love yogurt sooo...
After that we took the train down to South Yarra and asked the staff how to get to The Jam Factory. They pointed to a tram stop in front of us and told us to get off at the next stop... But of couse, we missed it and had to catch another tram going back to the direction we came from. - - A kind lady told us how to get to The Jam Factory after overhearing me ask the tram driver. People here are just so damn nice!
We reached The Jam Factory at a little more than 6 which is surprisingly early as I planned waaaay ahead of time cos I knew we would have trouble finding it cos even equipped with google map and the latest tech, I am capable of getting lost.
Anyway, I thought that Gold Class was just a name. I didn't know that we were actually getting gold class tickets!
The staff are generally friendly, but there's this one in particular (I didn't get her name! D:<) who was especially fun! She suggested I take a photo with the hugeass bottle.
I got an idea, but the bottle was too heavy so...
At 7, we were all seated in the hall. We got to go in first cos, I guess we were closest to the hall? Anyway, we picked our fave spot: the middle. It's our favorite spot cos you aren't at an angle, you're not too far and not too near from the screen... What's your fave spot at the cinema?
A few people started to adjust the ginormous sofas into sofabeds so I started fiddling with it. Oh god, it felt so good to curl up and watch a movie on the big screen with complimentary beer & salty (fave!!) popcorn!
It was unbelievable. I have never seen such a big screen in HD! There was no noise I could see. Just thinking about it makes me feel like I've been cheated all my life by Kuching cinemas!
Ok on to the review.
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There was one line that stuck with me, actually two.
1. I like to think that if you put your trust out there, I mean if you really give people the benefit of a doubt and see their best intentions, people will rise to the occasion. - Ned
2. Nobody loves like Ned loves - unconditionally. - One of Ned's sisters
The first quote could have been phrased better but hey. Ned's supposed to be an idiot who's actually not an idiot because he just has a childlike quality. It's quite a paradox, and I really don't want to go into details because it's obviously just a light hearted film attempting to break into the "heartwarming comedy" genre. It did bring tears to my eyes tho, but I'm really emotional. I'd cry at every given chance hahaha... But yea, I wouldn't have watched the movie in gold class, man, it's something I would watch on my laptop while just chillin cos it really wasn't that funny.
But I'm not complaining! I really appreciate being able to have a taste of gold class! It's just that if it were up to me, I'd choose a movie with a little extra like say... Hunger Games? xD


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MOVIE SYNOPSIS [ General Audiences ] With production of USA, this film of 2009 has been directed by Nicole Rittenmeyer and Seth Skundrick. You can watch JFK: 3 Shots That Changed America online on TV cable or theaters with original audio in English at different dates. This film premiered in theaters in 2009.
Rating: 5 by 182 users./
Runtime: 240 minutes
John F. Kennedy, Earle Cabell, Adlai Stevenson, Jesse E. Curry, Lyndon Johnson, Jacqueline Kennedy, John Connally, W.E. Newman Jr., Gayle Newman, Ron Cochran, J.D. Tippit, Joe Scott, Lee Harvey Oswald, Bob Clark, Tom Wicker and Abraham Zapruder.
Documental, Historic.
240-minute film (full movie) directed by Nicole Rittenmeyer and Seth Skundrick.
The original audio of JFK: 3 Shots That Changed America has dialogues in Dolby Digital, it was produced in USA.
It premiered in cinemas or television in 2009.
Nicole Rittenmeyer, Seth Skundrick, Katerina Simic, Michael Stiller, Hugo Soskin, Elizabeth Tyson, Allison Ferner and Dolores Gavin.
This film was produced and / or financed by New Animal Productions.
Composed by Paul Brill.
History Channel.
Without commercial breaks, the full movie JFK: 3 Shots That Changed America has a duration of 240 minutes; the official trailer can be watched in streaming on the Internet. You can watch this full movie free in EnglishDolby Digital in movie TV channels, renting the DVD or with VoD services (Video On Demand player, Hulu) and PPV (Pay Per View, Netflix).
See the page of this full movie, JFK: 3 Shots That Changed America in FULLTV Movies.


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Vidal, Gore (Author/Subject); Peabody, Richard & Ebersole, Lucinda (Editors). CONVERSATIONS WITH GORE VIDAL: LITERARY CONVERSATIONS SERIES. Jackson, MS: University Of Mississippi, 2005. Hardcover. First Edition/First Printing. 196 pages. Fine.
The author's collection of interviews. Published in a small and limited print run of 500 copies as a hardcover original by a University Press as part of the now-legendary "Literary Conversations" Series. This First Hardcover Edition was sold to public libraries only and was never reissued. Should not be confused with the regular trade Softcover Edition. The First Edition is now scarce. Presents, in the most collectible format possible, a representative selection of interviews conducted by various writers, journalists, and scholars with the author. Gives a rich, complex, and lively overview of both the life and mind of one of America's most important writers. Presented in chronological order, the interviews cumulatively amount to an absorbing account of one of the greatest literary journeys of the 20th century, which is the explicit intention of the publisher with each writer who is included in the Series. "Provocative and intriguing interviews with one of America's most prolific authors. Vidal was an enfant terrible in the 1940's and a marginalized homosexual in the 1950's. As Edgar Box he wrote mysteries, and as a screenwriter he penned the script for 'Ben-Hur'. In 1960, he ran for Congress. In the 1990's, he appeared in films such as 'Gattaca', 'Bob Roberts', and 'Shadow Conspiracy'. His essay collection, 'United States: Essays 1952-1992', which features 114 pieces on everything from Howard Hughes to French literature, won the National Book Award. Vidal proves himself here to be a witty, acerbic, cantankerous conversationalist, one who is willing to - and often eager to - defy conventional wisdom and lacerate the tired cliches inherent in both politics and literature. A defiant political insider who is related to both the Gores and the Kennedys, he is a proud Leftist who nevertheless does not hesitate to slash at party orthodoxy when he deems it necessary" (Publisher's blurb). "There is not one human problem which could not be solved if people would simply do as I advise" (Gore Vidal). Gore Vidal died on July 31, 2012 at the age of 86, the last of the great American public intellectual/writers of our time. We live in the Age of Mediocrity, where (nearly) everyone is a critic/blogger/pundit mouthing timid, politically correct opinions. Pundits are retail thinkers, that is, they are not real thinkers. Someday, we will realize what we have irretrievably lost. An absolute "must-have" title for Gore Vidal collectors. This title is a great collection. This is one of very few copies of the First Hardcover Edition/First Printing still available online and is in especially fine condition: Clean, crisp, and bright, a beauty. Please note: The Hardcover Edition was issued without a DJ. Copies available online command as much as $200. This is surely an accessible and lovely alternative. A rare copy thus. Recipient of the National Book Award's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009 for "Distinguished Contribution to American Letters". One of the greatest writers of the 20th century. A fine copy. (SEE ALSO OTHER GORE VIDAL TITLES IN OUR CATALOG). ISBN 1578066727. $100.00


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As drones proliferate across our skies, FTI continues to set its sights on the world of drone-related business and policy. Today, we take a look at some interesting snapshots pertaining to drone safety and security.
FTI's TMT team routinely analyzes and evaluates conversation and events in the nascent drone space, posting content we hope will prove to be a valuable resource on UAV information that connect the dots between technology, policy and business.
SAFETY | Drones have become semi-regular guests at the ballparks these days. That has put the federal government, local police forces and security think tanks on alert, trying to catch up to the technology and figure out how to prevent the hard-to-stop devices from doing major damage. Drone crashes, two days apart, at the U.S. Open in New York and before a Kentucky football game, made news earlier this month. But over the past two years, more than 50 unmanned aircrafts have flown over Major League Baseball and NFL stadiums, coming and going quietly – usually controlled by a hobbyist who either lost control of the device or wanted a picture of their favorite team in action.
SAFETY | The U.K. is interested in developing and testing a tracking system that would allow officials to monitor all civilian drones flying at low altitudes (under 500 feet). The system may require drone operators to register their flight plans and follow a set of rules similar to those already in place for managing automobile traffic. Once in flight, the drone would be tracked possibly using the existing cell phone infrastructure as it moved along its route. Drone operators concerned about major changes to their hobby can rest easy for now as NASA is not expected to have a working prototype traffic management system in place until 2019.
SAFETY/SECURITY | In India, aerial vehicles will keep a watch on Maoists and criminals during Bihar assembly election. Five unmanned aerial vehicles connected to different base stations will hover 1,500 to 2,000 meters above the booths and sensitive zones. The drones will beam live video feeds to the base stations which will be manned by security experts who will then take necessary steps with the use of forces on the ground.
PUBLIC SAFETY/SECURITY | Halifax firefighters may soon carry an extra piece of apparatus when they respond to an emergency – an aerial drone — but it would have to satisfy the federal government first. The region's largest fire department has issued a request for proposals to evaluate purchasing remotely-operated aerial drones. The department still has to work out a protocol with Transport Canada, which regulates drone use. It also requires advanced notice for all non-recreational use commercial activity.
PUBLIC SAFETY/SECURITY | A drone flying over a Utah wildfire burning near Deer Creek Reservoir grounded firefighting planes as the blaze spread to 740 acres, forestry officials said Sept. 9. The small unmanned craft grounded all the aircraft fighting the fire from the air for an hour and forced a plane to dump a load of fire retardant, said Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands spokesman Jason Curry.
There have been recent developments with drone technology at the state level:
PUBLIC SAFETY | A revised bill to restrict drone flights in county parks by limiting areas where they can be used was filed late Sept. 8 to overcome flaws that led to Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone's veto of the original measure late last month. The compromise proposal, forged by administration aides and legislative sponsors Tom Muratore (R-Ronkonkoma) and William Spencer (D-Centerport), is broader and imposes steeper fines than the earlier version. It uses public safety, not privacy, as the legal basis for the law to make it more defensible in court.
There have been recent developments with drone technology at the federal level:
SECURITY | Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is moving to require drone manufacturers to include geo-fencing technology that would prohibit devices from flying over restricted areas in newly-built devices. Sen. Schumer is planning to introduce an amendment to a must-pass spending bill for the FAA to mandate technology that would shut off drones if they fly near commercial airports and other restricted airspaces. On Sept. 14, Sen. Schumer said that the technology "takes human error out of the equation" for drone flights, which the FAA is in the process of developing regulations for.
SAFETY/SECURITY | On Sept. 11, The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued a document that provides the NTSB's interpretation of the applicability of the agency's regulations concerning aircraft accident notification requirements to unmanned aircraft. The regulations define ''unmanned aircraft accident'' and require notifications of accidents that fulfill the criteria included in the definition. By this notice, the NTSB clarifies it does not consider model aircraft to fall within the regulatory definition of unmanned aircraft accident, for, for purposes of required certification.
Recent developments within FAA regarding use of drones:
SAFETY/SECURITY | The FAA is preparing to have airspace locked down pretty tight in D.C., New York and Philadelphia during Pope Francis' visit to the U.S. this month. And the agency is already sending out warnings that drones and radio-controlled model aircraft are absolutely off limits in those cities from Sept. 22 through Sept. 27. "If you plan to attend any of the Papal visit events, please leave your drone at home," FAA Administrator Michael Huerta has said in written statements, audio bites and agency video clips.
SAFETY/SECURITY | In August, the FAA released a report entitled; "Pilot Reports Of Close Calls With Drones," that illustrates drone spottings in the air by airline pilots have dramatically increased this year. FAA officials said there were more than 650 such sightings reported by pilots so far this year nationally. For commercial drone operators, stories in the national media about drones pestering human pilots have become frustrating because the commercial operators say they're getting lumped in with the amateurs. Brent Klavon is President of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International for the Florida Peninsula chapter and said recreational drone users are getting out of hand.


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Girl's Night In with Organic Bunny & Citrine
Girl's Night In Goodie Bag
Recently, I had the pleasure of joining The Organic Bunny and Citrine Natural Beauty Bar for a Girl's Night In.
I Finally Did It — The Armpit Detox
The Armpit Detox
The Armpit Detox
I have been trying out natural deodorants for years and have not found one that works. I am a bit of a stinker and always have been.
DIY Beauty: Make Your Own Rosewater
Here at F:S, we are big fans of rosewater. It is so calming (try it on your irritated scalp, skin or eyes), has anti aging properties and tastes delicious in cocktails and deserts.
What is Ethical Style?
What is "Ethical" Style? Today, ethical style, fashion, and beauty are all largely undefined.
50 Shades Of Green
In honor of the release of 50 Shades of Gray, we thought we would share Juice Beauty's 50 Shades of Green.
Juice Beauty is one of my favorite skin and hair care line.


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7 Brilliant budget-friendly restaurants to try in Joburg
Humble Harry's
Don't let the name fool you, there's really nothing humble about the fare on offer here. In fact, breakfasts are decidedly decadent. Options include Eggs Benedict served on a rosti of zucchini, feta and coriander, or egg baskets accompanied by a flapjack stack, laden with bacon, strawberries and marscapone. Lunch, dinner and lighter options are all similarly enticing – yet you'll be hard pressed to find more than one item on the menu that costs more than R100.
Thrupps Bistro
Since Thrupps is synonymous with indulgence and luxuries of the edible variety, you may well imagine that the emporium's café has prices to match its reputation. Think again, a smoked salmon omelette will set you back just R25, and pizzas are wallet-friendly, also starting at R25. It's like travelling back in time.
A Linden institution, there's loads to love about Satori, from the cosy feel of this casual neighbourhood spot to the bold flavours delivered in every dish. You can't go wrong with pizza or pasta. Our favourites? Bolognaise pizza for R76 and three cheese gnocchi (R80).
Hodges Coffee Shop
Craighall residents will feel angry that we've revealed their secret, but it can't be helped. There's a reason you'll jostle for a table here, the food is wholesome with just enough pizazz to keep things interesting, and the prices make it real value for money. Go on Sunday for a roast with all the trimmings, priced from R92.
Tasca Dos Amigos Ask any of the many regulars what they most appreciate about this Portuguese restaurant, and they'll answer 'value for money'. It's easy to see why: treat yourself to a flavoursome prego for just R45, or opt for one of the daily specials. Portions are huge, making prices well worth it.
Café Picobella Trattoria When you get over the fact that you'll pay only R14 for a cup of coffee, you can start looking at the rest of the menu. Go for a quick breakfast (a feast of bacon, eggs, sausage, tomato, mushroom and polenta will set you back just R72) or splurge on authentic Italian classics like pollo involtini; chicken breasts wrapped around sundried tomatoes and smothered in melted mozzarella (R101).
Urban Angel
Fast becoming one of the city's favourite bakery cafés, Urban Angel's appeal lies in its variety: you'll find everything from bistro classics (like toasted sandwiches starting at R30) to more elaborate fare – think slow roast pork belly (R98), potato cakes oozing mozzarella, grilled veggies and hummus (R70) or a herby strudel of wild mushrooms (R70).
Click HERE to see more Joburg restaurants!


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Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld has authorized temporarily increasing Army active-duty troop strength by 30,000. Efforts to relieve the Army's high operations tempo should be applauded. However, it is unclear whether adding 30,000 soldiers can provide the needed short-term relief or will be required for the long term. The reality is that the Pentagon has been operating at levels that exceed authorized end-strength for some time now, and adding 30,000 soldiers would take up to four years and over $3 billion.
Nonetheless, the Army is stretched, and the emerging gap between its capabilities and responsibilities must be decreased. To ensure that the Army is properly structured in the long term, the focus should be on force capability, not end-strength. Adding troops in the near term could help to reduce the strain, but committing to permanent increases now would only perpetuate the structural problems that originally caused these strains.
Misplaced resources, not inadequate resources, are causing much of the Army's stress. A temporary increase may alleviate the pressure in the near term, but long-term success requires further restructuring. This effort has already begun with the restructuring in Europe and the Pacific. Similarly, the Pentagon has identified 50,000 clerical positions within the uniformed services that could be filled from the private sector. Of these positions, 10,000 were converted to combat positions in 2003, and another 10,000 will be converted this year. To maximize the short-term impact of the additional troops without jeopardizing future reforms, Congress and policymakers should consider the following recommendations.
- Keep the increases temporary until future needs are better understood. America's armed forces have not been sized for the many missions asked of them since the end of the Cold War. Throughout the 1990s, the force was drastically cut while simultaneously asked to take on many more missions. This mismatch resulted in severe declines in readiness by the late 1990s. While the gap had begun to close before September 11, the war on terrorism--specifically, Operation Iraqi Freedom--has once again exposed the disparities between America's military ends and means. This problem is not so much a result of the war on terrorism as it is a consequence of failing to adequately reform the defense establishment. Simply adding troops would allow the Pentagon to perpetuate its structural problems.
- End deployments in the Balkans. The United States has over 4,000 troops on peacekeeping missions in the Balkans. This translates into 12,000 dedicated to that mission, because for every soldier deployed, one is recovering and one is preparing for deployment. Ending this unnecessary deployment would significantly reduce the stress on the force by adding 12,000 soldiers to the rotation base--soldiers whose experience in the Balkans would prove extremely valuable on the ground in Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Do not sacrifice other priorities. Some Members of Congress have suggested that more troops are needed and that money from other priorities should fund them . Representative Ellen Tauscher (D-CA) has even suggested taking these funds from missile defense. Doing so is unnecessary and dangerous. Congress has already appropriated the funding for the temporary troop increase in the $87 billion supplemental passed in 2003. Second, the threat from long-range ballistic missile has not receded. The United States is finally close to ending its total vulnerability to ballistic missiles and should continue that effort.
- Use any permanent increases to reduce strain on the reserve component. Any permanent increase in the active force, to the extent an increase is needed, should be restricted to those areas of combat support and combat service support that are now largely maintained by the reserve component. The remaining permanent increases should be in the reserve component. The resulting size of the force should be adequate to defend America if the nation focuses on defending its vital interests. That said, the war on terrorism is unpredictable, and future requirements may dictate further increases in the force--but, then again, they may not. Outside Iraq, the war on terrorism is resource intensive, not manpower intensive. Barring further invasions and occupations, the United States needs no additional increase in manpower. However, by keeping a large reserve, the nation will be prepared if other manpower-intensive missions become necessary.
- Strongly encourage voluntary retention over recruitment. The Army estimates that increasing the active force by 30,000 troops will take up to four years. Given that U.S. forces are stretched thin today and that troop requirements in Iraq should decline over the next four years, the Army should seek to increase forces as soon as possible. It can best achieve this by providing incentives to personnel to remain on active duty and by encouraging National Guard and Reserve members to transfer to active-duty forces. Retaining active-duty troops will bring the increased strength to bear much faster while maintaining unit cohesion and avoiding training costs. Because these personnel were already planning to retire, this will also make downsizing easier as the demand for manpower in Iraq decreases.
- Continue the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process on schedule. While the additional 30,000 active troops will require supporting infrastructure, the addition does not justify slowing the BRAC process. The process should continue on schedule, and for it to be successful, the Pentagon and the BRAC commission must consider the future requirements of the force--including a possible permanent increase in force structure--and present any conclusions in their recommendations.
Conclusion. Ultimately, the United States may need a permanent increase in end-strength to meet all of its defense needs, but that step should wait until existing forces are deployed more efficiently. By making smart investments and freeing wasted resources, the U.S. armed forces can increase their capability in the near term and be better prepared to fight and win America's wars in the future.
Jack Spencer is Senior Policy Analyst for Defense and National Security in the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for International Studies at The Heritage Foundation.


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Review for Absolute Auto Body Everett
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Mehbooba says no to PM on Kashmir meeting
Mehbooba Mufti stood her ground on Sunday and turned down PM`s request to her to attend Monday`s all-party meet.
Srinagar: Opposition PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday stuck to her decision to stay away from an all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to discuss the situation in Kashmir despite an appeal by the Prime Minister to reconsider her stand.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who had spoken to Mehbooba yesterday, was understood to have impressed upon her the need for the government and the Opposition to be on the same side to tackle the current situation in violence-hit Kashmir, while requesting her to attend the all-party meet tomorrow.
Addressing a press conference here, Mehbooba said that while she had great regards for the Prime Minister, she could not attend the meeting as the state government was trying to hide its "failures".
She said that her party wanted to be "excused" from the meeting.
"I hear him (Omar) giving me an ultimatum to attend the meeting.... If I attend I become the solution, (but) if I don`t I become a part of the problem," she said. She appealed to the Prime Minister to "intervene" so that the people take his "initiative" seriously.
"The Chief Minister is on damage control, but not bothered about situation on the ground," Mehbooba claimed. The PDP leader also requested the Prime Minister to lift "curbs" on the media so that they can carry out their duties.
Mehbooba said that the Prime Minister should take the initiative to end the "crackdown" in civilian areas.
She also thanked Home Minister P Chidambaram, who she said, had also called her up yesterday.
According to PDP sources, the Chief Minister also wrote to Mehbooba that he was pained to hear about the decision of her party and and asked her to reconsider her decision. Omar had also spoken to Mehbooba on telephone.
Omar said the meeting had been convened for a comprehensive analysis of the situation and to jointly lay a road map for a better tomorrow for the people.
The invitation has been extended to all 12 recognised political parties and groups for the meeting. These were National Conference, Congress, PDP, BJP, Panthers Party, CPI-M, CPI, Peoples Democratic Forum, Democratic Party (Nationalist), Bahujan Samaj Party, Rashtriya Janata Dal and Nationalist Congress Party.


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Super Mario Smashers is a fighting game released originally in Japan in June 23, 2011 to the Nintendo 3DS. It is a spin-off in the Super Smash Bros. series and features some fighting characters that weren't in Super Smash Bros., such as Princess Daisy.
The game also includes characters from Donkey Kong series. The player can choose in what stage he/she will fight. The stages are based in different Mario and Donkey Kong Games. Also, Items here will help the player of different forms.
This game was released in Japan on June 23, 2011 under the name "マリオオールスター:スマッシュト! Marioōrusutā: Sumasshuto!" (Mario All-Star: Smashed!) and in Europe on July 23, 2011 under the name "Super Smash Mario".
Despite being a fighting game, it is rated "Everyone", by containing slight violence.
The game features a bonus first used in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, known as "Final Smash", however, here this feature was renamed to "Special Attack" and use it when they open an Attack Ball.
One thing different in other fight games, is the ability of somersault and double-jump of some characters.
Another notable mechanic in the game are the various kinds of items, that can help the players of different forms. Some Items can help the players recovering health. Others can give power to the characters. Some can disturb the other characters for a while.
Like Super Smash Bros. Melee and Super Smash Bros. Brawl, players can collect different Trophies.
Different of other fighting game, the characters could long jump, besides the new jump, the Multibounce, seen first in the game Paper Mario for the Nintendo 64, this jump allows the player to jump over all characters many times to get prizes, such as Items.
The characters can also perform Taunts, that sometimes will be useful, and others, are used to distract the other players with it.
Super Mario Smashers contains 27 playable characters, divided in Mario, Donkey Kong, Yoshi and Wario sub-series.
Super Mario sub-series
|Irregular Attacks
|Special Attack
|Mario is a medium-sized character and have medium weight. His abilities are his fast speed and high jump. He can wall-jump and ground pound. He have fast attacks and falls a little slower than normal.
|Standard: Fireball
Side: Raccoon Tail
Up: Air Knock
Down: Mario Tweester
|Mario-Bits: Mario gets very big, increasing is power.
|Luigi is the medium-sized Mario's younger brother. He is as fast as Mario and can jump higher than him. His falls are the slowest of all characters. He have slow attacks. He also can wall jump.
|Standard: Fireball
Side: L-Missile
Up: Air Punch
Down: Somersault
|Negative Zone: All the game's screen gets with negative colors and Luigi's clones will attakc the characters.
|Yoshi is a light character. He is also very fast. His abilities are his strong ground-pounds and his Flutter Jump, exclusively for him. He have reasonable strenght and have slow attacks. He can be considered from either Mario or Yoshi series.
|Standard: Tongue In
Side: Tail Push
Up: Egg Throw
Down: Yoshi Bounce
|Yoshi Curse: Two giant Yoshi images appears in the screen. The characters will fall asleep and Eggs will fall from the sky.
|Toad is a light weight and small size character. His abilities are his Mushroom Cap punch and very fast speed. He is very fast and jumps high, but is weak. He can do ground-pounds and double-jumps.
|Standard: Shroom Punch
Side: Toadersault
Up: Full Spin
Down: Ground Slam
|Super Mushroom: Toad gets very big and Super Mushrooms will fall from the sky, also Poison Mushrooms will attack the players.
|Peach is a medium-sized character that is fast and strong. Her abilities are her hover with her parasol and her fast attacks. She can't ground-pound, but can double-jump.
|Standard: Peach Kick
Side: Peach's Peaches
Up: Parasol
Down: Peach's Cyclone
|Veggie Rain: Start a Vegetable storm, that can strongly hurt the players.
|Bowser is a large and heavy-weight character. His abilities are his high strenght and high jump. He is slow, both in speed and attack. He can wall-jump and ground pound.
|Standard: Fire Breath
Side: Claw Attack
Up: Jump Kick
Down: Dark Spin
|Mega Bowser: Bowser will get very big and will strongly smash the characters.
|Bowser Jr.
|Bowser Jr. is a small sized character with light weight. He can jump high and is very fast. He can somersault in the air and is a little weak. His abilities are his jump and speed.
|Standard: Brush Slap
Side: Super Somersault
Up: Somersault Jump
Down: Wrist Slam
|Shadow Graffit: Bowser Jr. will be with a shadow appearance, while Shadow Marios will graffiti the stage with a poisonous goop.
|Koopa Troopa
|Koopa Troopa is a light-weight character with small size. His abilities are his high jumps, super speed and strenght. He is a bit slow with attacks.
|Standard: Punch 'n' Kick
Side: Shell Spin
Up: Shell In
Down: Shell Shot
|Koopa's Kurse: Koopa Troopa will be big and also, many Koopa Shells will be scattered by the satage.
Donkey Kong sub-series
|Irregular Attacks
|Special Attack
|Donkey Kong
|Donkey Kong is a large and heavy-weight character. His abilities are his strong Hand Slaps and spin in air. He is a little fast and jump a little high. His attacks are very fast. He can perform a chargeable headbonk move.
|Standard: Palm Slap
Side: Headbonk Charge
Up: Double-Punch Up
Down: Kong Tornado
|Konga Beat: While DK is ´laying bongos, musical notes will appear and shoot the characters through the stage.
|Diddy Kong
|Diddy Kong is a light-weight character and also light-sized. His abilities are his hovering and cartwheel moves. He is very fast and jump high. Attacks fast and a have medium strenght.
|Standard: Peanut Popgun
Side: Spinning Diddy
Up: Spin Attack Up
Down: Star Spin
|Rocket Barrel Barrage: Barrels will rain, while Diddy will be with a flying barrel machine and shooting peanuts.
|Dixie Kong
|Dixie Kong is a light weight and size character. She is a little slow in speed and attacks, but can jump high and is a little weak. She can wall-jump and somersault.
|Standard: Ape Punch
Side: Spinning Dixie
Up: Kick Jump
Down: Cartwheel
|Thunderstorm: A rai will make the floor slippery, also, thunders will shock the characters.
|King K. Rool
|King K. Rool is a large character. His abitities are his Cape slam and charged punch. He is a bit slow and attacks fast. He jumps a little high and can wall-jump.
|Standard: Super Punch
Side: Cape
Up: Punch in Up
Down: Slamming Kremling
|Heavy Curse: All the characters will be almost unable of move, as they will feel themselves very heavy. K. Rool will feel himself very light.
|Kritter is a powerfull character. He is fast in speed and attack, but can't jump very high. He falls slowly, by shaking his arms. His abilites are his power in somersaults and wall-jump.
|Standard: Kremling Kick
Side: Rocket Somersault
Up: Knock Up
Down: Kritter Slam
|Muscle Krock: Kritter will be very big and highly muscular. This will help him to crush characters.
Yoshi sub-series
|Irregular Attacks
|Special Attack
|Yoshi is a light character. He is also very fast. His abilities are his strong ground-pounds and his Flutter Jump, exclusively for him. He have reasonable strenght and have slow attacks. He can be considered from either Mario or Yoshi series.
|Standard: Egg Blow
Side: Egg Roll
Up: Egg Throw
Down: Yoshi Bounce
|Yoshi Curse: Two giant Yoshi images will appear in the screen. The characters will fall asleep while eggs comes from the sky.
|Kamek is a light character with light weight. He is a bit slow in speed and in attacks, can jump high and is strong. He can ground-pound and wall-jump.
|Standard: Wand Splat
Side: Spell Send
Up: Force Bubble
Down: Kamek Bounce
|Broom Vroom: In his broom, Kamek will throw spells from his wand.
Wario sub-series
|Irregular Attacks
|Special Attack
|Wario is a medium size, but a heavy weight character. His abilities are his strong Ground-Pound and rush. He is slow in speed, fast in attack. He can't jump high and is very strong.
|Standard: Glove Slap
Side: Rush Push
Up: Wario Bike
Down: Wario Garlic
|Wario's Spell: Being very big, he will destroy the stage temporarily.
|Super Mushroom
|It will make the character bigger by some seconds. This can increase the attack power of the user.
|The Stars give the player invincibility by some time.
|Shrinks all other character.
|Contains various Items. It will first be rolling, but will shatter if chushes a wall or be attacked.
|Contains various Items. Different of the Barrels, they will shatter when hit the ground.
|Fire Flower
|Allows the characters to throw fire rays.
|Trap a character in an ice cube.
|When crushes a solid place, it will explode.
|Green Shell
|It will slide and will knock the character who it touch.
|Red Shell
|It will slide and will slowly follow a character, but can be defeated easly.
|Is found commonly in Mario stages.
|Is found commonly in Donkey Kong stages.
|Attack Ball
|Allow the player to use his/her Special Attack.


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In addition to the Veneno, Lamborghini's voluntary recall applies to its Aventador Coupes, Roadsters and Aventador Js from model years 2012 to 2017.
Lamborghini is recalling the Aventador for engine-compartment fires, according to filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. But owners of certain ultra-rare Lamborghinis are facing such a problem. Lamborghini said in 2013 that it would sell only three copies of the Veneno to customers for 3 million euros apiece, about $4 million at the time. Apparently, a full fuel tank might cause liquid fuel to enter the emission system's carbon canister, which catches fuel that would have evaporated into the atmosphere.
Legendary Italian automaker Lamborghini recently announced that it is recalling 5,900 luxury cars after reports of some of them catching fire.
Lamborghini said it is unaware of any driver or passenger injuries related to the flaw, though a spokeswoman was unable to say whether any fires have been reported in the affected vehicles. All affected vehicles were produced between March 22, 2011 and December 5, 2016.
In a statement, Lamborghini said faults in the Aventador's evaporative emissions control system could cause fuel vapours to not be treated properly.
The EVAP system upgrade will include a new purge valve that's got higher performance as well as a new roll over valve. They also identified that there is a greater risk of contact between hot gasses and fuel vapor if the cars are misused, which include over-revving while at idle or using aftermarket exhaust.
Lamborghini has agreed to notify all owners of affected vehicles who will be instructed to take their auto in to an authorized dealer.
ZTE to unveil world's first 5G-ready smartphone during Mobile World Congress
Gigabit LTE device can support speeds up to 1Gbps, which means the ZTE smartphone will be ready for 5G technology, expected to roll out by 2020.
Buffett shopping spree quadruples investor's Apple stake
The firm remains bullish on airlines , dramatically expanding positions in both American Airlines (AAL) and Delta Air Lines (DAL). On investment in airlines stocks, Buffett told in an interview to Charlie Rose last month that it was primarily his decision.
Raptors, Heat have 'expressed interest' in Serge Ibaka
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The best way to transfer your digital films to a PC is use a firewire socket.
On your camera you should have a small socket that probably says DV. This is essentially the best way to transfer your tape.
click here will explain a bit more.
They're easy to install, as long as you've got an available expansion slot.
Once you've transferred the recordings, you can make a DVD or VCD for your video.
Obviously you will need a DVD writer for DVD, but you can also make a VCD using a CD writer and a 20p disk.
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Tutti and Co Jewellery Large Silver Star Charm Pendant
Stars are this seasons must have accessory, so don't get left behind.. snap up this wonderfully charming Tutti and Co Jewellery Large Silver Star Charm Pendant – perfect for styling your simple silver chain necklaces.
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Tutti and Co Jewellery was established in 2004 by Kate Rose, with the aim to create an exclusive range of timeless fashion accessories, that are feminine and most importantly of the highest quality. Taking their influences from a number of sources, in time they've developed their own "house" style that is favoured by many. All Tutti & Co jewellery possesses a unique, individual feel as their creations happen to be unique.


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We have been working on some goat pillows for a long time and proud to say we finally have one we are super proud of and ready for it to be in your home as well!
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Miss You : The Hottest Book of the Summer Hardback
by Kate Eberlen
Get to know Tess and Gus in Kate Eberlen's first novel, Miss You.Tess and Gus are meant to be.
They just haven't met properly yet. And perhaps they never will . . . Today is the first day of the rest of your life is the motto on a plate in the kitchen at home, and Tess can't get it out of her head, even though she's in Florence for a final, idyllic holiday before university.
Her life is about to change forever - but not in the way she expects.
Gus and his parents are also on holiday in Florence.
Their lives have already changed suddenly and dramatically.
Gus tries to be a dutiful son, but longs to escape and discover what sort of person he is going to be.
For one day, the paths of an eighteen-year-old girl and boy criss-cross before they each return to England.Over the course of the next sixteen years, life and love will offer them very different challenges.
Separated by distance and fate, there's no way the two of them are ever going to meet each other properly . . . or is there?
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Yellow Boat, Walla Wallas, & Red Reeds
"Breathtaking works of art that dazzle with color, light, and form—by day and night"
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Photograph by Vincent Tullo for the NY Times
On Saturday, April 22, a long-awaited phantasmagoria of glass and color -- spectacular works by iconic glass artist Dale Chihuly -- opened at the
New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx.
This is Chihuly's first major garden exhibition in New York
in more than ten years.
"Chihuly at the NY Botanical Garden is
a waking dream."
Unnamed Chihuly piece outside conservatory at New York Botanical Garden
(that's my name for this piece, not the artist's)
The exhibition will include films, poetry, and age-appropriate art programs for children, many of them colorful and imaginative tributes to nature. At night, the exhibition will be "infused with a magical energy as the artworks are spectacularly illuminated amid NYBG's sweeping vistas and magnificent Conservatory."
Below, from a 2006 Dale Chihuly exhibition
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Rockefeller Rose Garden Reeds, Rocket Floats, & Cobalt Fiori
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5 Trader Joe's Party Appetizers We Love (Plus 5 to Pass On)
Now that we've convinced you that there's no need to go all Martha for your dinner guests, allow us to introduce you to Trader Joe's frozen, store-bought appetizers. There are some great options out there that need nothing more than a short spin through the oven, which means you can focus on more important things like catching up with your friends.
But which are the best frozen appetizers? We tried 10 of Trader Joe's most popular appetizers, and while there aren't any particularly bad choices, some are definitely better than others.
Here are five frozen appetizers from Trader Joe's that are a total win, and five that we'd skip.
Grab: Camembert Cheese and Cranberry Sauce Fillo Bites
In fact, you may want to grab an extra box because these are gonna go fast! Rather than one large cheese round, go for these two-bite sweet and savory appetizers. They cook up in a fraction of the time, and are bound to be a hit.
Read more: What's the Difference Between Brie and Camembert?
Pass: Brie en Croute
Unlike the homemade version, the Trader Joe's version uses an outer shell more akin to pie crust than puff pastry dough.
Grab: Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
We love these whole mushroom caps, piled high with spinach and cheese filling, and topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
Pass: Mushroom Turnovers
The creamy mushroom filling is delicious, but these turnovers are too doughy, with not enough filling.
Grab: Arancini Bites
Don't be surprised if these bite-sized rice balls leave your guests speechless. The center is filled with just the right amount of oozy, melted cheese that leaves you wanting more. Bonus points for including a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping!
Pass: Mac & Cheese Bites
When it comes to comfort food, mac and cheese is one of our favorites, but these bites just don't deliver quite as much as you'd expect. So save the mac and cheese for another time when you can eat a big bowl as a meal.
Grab: Scallops Wrapped in Uncured Bacon
Go for the sure thing; scallops wrapped in bacon are always a party hit. We especially like the subtle brown sugar glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness.
Pass: Shrimp Toast
If you want an appetizer where the seafood shines, this one isn't quite it. These little triangles are cute, but heavy on the toast and too light on the shrimp topping.
Grab: Pastry Bites with Feta Cheese & Caramelized Onions
Caramelized onions, puff pastry, and melted cheese — is there really anything more to say? These pastry cups may just be our favorite frozen appetizer from Trader Joe's. A tried-and-true hit!
Pass: Parmesan Pastry Pups
These are a step up from regular pigs in a blanket, and certainly delicious, but they're best served while you're watching the game on Sunday.
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The OSBA student achievement gateway is your starting point for information about Oregon's efforts to improve student achievement. Our goal is to guide you through the vast array of available information focusing your attention on what boards need to know and do. You'll find the information divided into two main categories aligned with key board responsibilities:
Standards and initiatives that govern board decisions - What the board needs to know about:
Setting outcomes, measuring and reporting student success - What the board needs to know about:
As you traverse these pages, you'll see each topic follow a common navigation system beginning with new developments and moving to key elements and deeper explorations.
Synopsis of Oregon's student achievement efforts
Student achievement refers to the actual ability to perform in a specific academic area such as reading, math or science, generally measured against a set of goals using standardized assessment methods.
Oregon's vision: invest in an education system designed for the 21st century starting in early childhood and continuing through postsecondary education and training.
Oregon's goal: by 2025, 100% of adult Oregonians will hold a high school diploma or equivalent, 40% of them will have an associate's degree or postsecondary certificate, and 40% will hold a bachelor's degree or advanced degree.
Oregon's initiatives :
- Early Learning Division - Ensuring students are prepared to learn when entering kindergarten.
- Transition from high school to college - Increasing the availability of college preparation programs, dual credit options and advanced instruction.
Effective board work
Research shows that boards can significantly impact student achievement. The following resources can help you get you started:
- Oregon Lighthouse - A research-based curriculum designed to help boards develop leadership in student achievement.
- Eight characteristics of high-achieving districts from the NSBA's Center for Public Education - A quick look at how boards in high-achieving districts differ from boards in low-achieving districts.
- 10 good things about public education (219k ) from the NSBA's Center for Public Education - Research shows that public education is not failing. This two-page article from the June 2012 American School Board Journal lists what we are doing right with suggestions for more improvements.
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This feature works the same in all modern versions of Microsoft Outlook: 2010, 2013, and 2016.
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HOT OFF THE PRESS! Travel through the beautiful landscape of the Shuswap region, understand its human and natural history, learn about the eco-systems and interwoven history with this well researched soft cover textbook.
ON SALE Published in 1990, this leather bound book is for everyone who loves the rainforests of British Columbia. We can now offer it at a very special price, but be quick this is a limited edition.
Wilderness is full of unknown, of mystery - the last remnants of that uncharted terrain of pioneer days. Written by the Wind was produced in 1993 and recounts explorations of five of the author's favorite wilderness areas in southwestern BC.
This book lets you travel from your armchair to the Queen Charlotte Islands, discovering the sights and sounds of the North Moresby Wilderness. Enjoy Aleta Karstad's journal and watercolour illustrations.
An environmental information guide dictionary and action book for kids (and adults) What does ozone, landfill or watershed really mean? Good Planets are Hard to Find has the answer! This book was first produced in 1989 with 100,000 copies.
Join Rainbow wings on a magical journey! Learn about environmental problems of the earth and what some of the solutions are. Find out what you can do to help. Author and illustrator Della Burford's main focus has been working with children.
Wade Davis, author of the Serpent and the Rainbow and Thom Henley author of Rediscovery, Ancient Pathways, New Directions team up to create a powerful book about the Penan.
The long-awaited revised edition of the comprehensive guide to one of BC's most popular wilderness parks.
Over the years Ken Madsen and his companions have drawn attention to the need for full preservation of the Tatsheshini-Alsek watersheds.
Stikine: The Great River is comprised of over 80 photographs of the beautiful Stikine River and surrounding area.
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YCMF Committee Meeting
Mental Health America of Greater Houston leads a Women's Mental Health collaborative effort to significantly improve the mental health outcomes of mothers of new babies in the Greater Houston area. We do this by providing educational and training opportunities to the community and through our quarterly YCMF Advisory Committee Meetings.
The committee is open to all levels of professionals: licensed, non-licensed professionals, social workers, community health workers, case managers, etc. and anyone who work with new moms around perinatal mental health.
Next Meeting:
Friday, July 15, 2016
Mental Health America of Greater Houston
2211 Norfolk, Suite 810
Registration required ~ Lunch provided
Jennifer Lemons is a Genetic Counselor who will be discussing Psychiatric Medications and Breastfeeding.


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Director Dee Rees On Making Southern Culture Come To Life in 'Mudbound'
The film hits Netflix on Friday.
Lamar Odom's family was so concerned for his health that they staged a surprise intervention this weekend. Though it didn't quite work in their favor, it seems as it made some kind of impact as Lamar is reportedly contemplating going to rebab.
According to Extra, Lamar's aunt, JaNean Mercer, his kids, and his ex-wife Liza Morales, all attempted to get him to board a plane to begin rehabilitation treatment at the Darryl Strawberry Recovery Center in St. Cloud, Florida, after putting together an intervention this past weekend.
They were committed to getting him the help he needs after seeing his downward spiral worsen with time, and even got the help of Darryl Strawberry, himself.
Ron Dock, the certified addicition and recovery specialist Lamar's family hired spoke to Page Six about what went down and even revealed the person who he feels is keeping the NBA star from cleaning up his act.
"[Odom] was supposed to come to the house — had his family there," he said. "The main focus was going to be his son and daughter. I had them write letters and they were going to submit the letters to their father explaining their feelings about his behavior. It was all set in place until this negative energy came. For [his friend's] own selfish motives, sabotage the intervention."
Dock said the unnamed friend is the one who ultimately dissuaded Lamar from accepting what his family was trying to do. They reportedly grew up in Queen together.
"I think some people want people around you to keep you sick so they can get what they want from you," Dock said. "I believe this is the case here... I think this guy just kept us away from him. He's a very ugly person. If anything happens to Lamar, I would blame that energy right there.
Though the family has no official comment for now, here's to hoping Lamar does what's right for him and his health.
Catch up on Khloé and Lamar's latest divorce with BET Breaks, above.
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The LaLas are back with a boisterous first show for 2015 at The Federal Bar in Long Beach on Friday, January 23 at 8:00PM. The burlesque dance troupe will be debuting several brand new acts that are sure you leave you with more than a few laughing-induced side cramps.
Erin Lamont, founder and choreographer of The LaLas, creates each piece as a visceral performance, a teasing, intelligently crafted, playful experience for each wide-eyed audience member. The LaLas have set fire to the stage with their high-class burlesque, their infectious audience participation and Lamont's talent for choreography.
Lamont expressed in a June 2014 interview that her main goal is to "tease the audience and have them on the edge of their seats just to see a girl take her glove off."
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Picture: Rick Springfield appear on 'The Marilyn Denis Show' to promote his documentary film 'An Affair of the Heart'. Toronto, Canada - 30.04.12
Rocker Rick Springfield has swapped his car for a bicycle following his Dui conviction this year (12) and has vowed not to drink and drive "ever again".
The Jessie's Girl singer was arrested in Los Angeles last year (11) on suspicion of being drunk behind the wheel, and in August (12) he agreed a plea deal with prosecutors and avoided a stint behind bars.
He was sentenced to three years probation after pleading no contest to reckless driving, but even though he is allowed to continue using his car, the star has decided to take up cycling instead.
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Lola Pearce gives birth in the Olympics-themed double bill of EastEnders tonight (Monday, July 23).
Ben and Jay look at each other in terror as they realise Lola has gone into labour in McKlunky's.
Back at The Arches, Lola is already aware that her waters have broken, but rushes off without saying anything.
Danielle Harold will perform the birth live during an eight-minute sequence, which will also see on-screen granddad Perry Fenwick carry the Olympic torch as Billy Mitchell.
Will Billy make it to see Lola's big moment?
EastEnders airs at 8pm and 9pm on BBC One.
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The Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah - where a suite costs more than £1,000 - now wants to ban flesh-baring models from using the name of their hotel in a hashtag or sharing their location on social media, Daily Mail reports.
It comes after a group of Russian models flaunted their assets in the hotel as part of a photo shoot for designer Anna Chibisova's brand D'AngelAnn.
'This is an Arab country. We have had a lot of complaints from families with children.
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DEFINITION of 'At-The-Opening-Order'
An investor's directive to her broker or brokerage firm to buy or sell specified securities in her account at the very beginning of the trading day. If the order cannot be executed at the opening of the market, it will be canceled.
BREAKING DOWN 'At-The-Opening-Order'
An investor might place an at-the-opening order based on something that happened after the market closed on the previous trading day that is expected to affect the stock's opening price on the following trading day. An at-the-opening order may not be executed at the security's exact opening price, but it should be within the opening range.


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Their friendship is not your problem to worry about. It's between them. Sticking your nose in other people's problems isn't going to win you friends.
Sooo .. I'm confused .. You don't want them to forget what you did for them? Is that it? THAT is your driving force for getting involved with someone else's relationship repair? You need recognition and their unwavering gratitude?
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Being a good friend means being supportive . A real friend is a person who helps in times of distress and sticks closer than a brother or sister. Friendship is not begrudging or forced so continue to be kind.
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Getting others to like you in order to feel good about you, means you are emotionally dependent on them. That means you can be easily manipulated ie say something bad about you and you're down, good and you are up. It also makes you try to control your outsides in order to control … Read more
It's impossible for you to help everyone as you stated.
It's also unrealistic for you to think or want everyone to like you Not going to happen.
You may have set the wrong goals for yourself. You can not expect everyone to like you. You would be better served if they respected you. That would be something that you can better handle.


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One writer's view of the modern city goes negative. If our environment affects our happiness, surely we're all suffering from depression.
In Detroit's downtown and midtown neighborhoods, 96 percent of rental apartments are occupied by young professionals, students and empty nesters. The city now faces the problem of meeting the high demand for urban living, reports Susan Stellin.
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UO researchers and scholars were featured in stories about music habits of soldiers, diabetes, new religious movements, climate change lawsuits, masculinity, women in STEM and President-elect Trump's Twitter habits.
UO folklore and English professor Lisa Gilman discussed her book on listening habits of U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan on Oregon Public Broadcasting's Think Out Loud. The interview also aired on other NPR affiliates around the region.
Here are some other places where UO researchers were mentioned in the media:
- Research by UO biologist Karen Guillemin and doctoral student Jennifer Hampton Hill was featured in ScienceDaily and EurekAlert!.
- UO sociologist Marion Goldman was quoted in New York Magazine's story To Understand Pizzagate, It Helps to Understand Cults.
- UO law professor Mary Wood and post-graduate research fellow Charles W. Woodward IV, co-authored a piece on a climate change lawsuit for The Conversation. The piece was picked up by dozens of other outlets, including The Raw Story.
- Research by Tony Silva, a sociology doctoral student, was featured in a New York Magazine story on masculinity.
- Science News for Students interviewed Kelly Sutherland, a biology professor in the Clark Honors College, about her work with jellyfish.
- UO political scientist Joe Lowndes wrote about President-elect Donald Trump's social media habits for The Huffington Post.
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Rail Coach Factory, Raebareli was being given the name as the dream project by the local media because of its missions and visions that are supporting completely the nation or the particular locality. This project was being inaugurated on the date of the 13th Feb 2007.
Rail Coach Factory Recruitment 2015 for the 6 posts of Medical Practitioner: Rail Coach Factory, Raebareli had stated currently also to make the recruitment of the applicants to work on the recently announced projects. The detail which is announced is related for the 6 posts of Medical Practitioner. Detail of the specialty under the posts is mentioned underneath:
Name of the Specialty:
- General Duty: 01 Post
- Specialist/ Physician: 01 Post
- Specialist/ Surgeon: 01 Post
- Specialist/ Orthopedic: 01 Post
- Specialist/ Gynecologist: 01 Post
- Anesthetic: 01 Post
Age limit: The age which is demanded completely from the applicants for having qualified under the posts is mentioned to be as not more than the 50 years. The age of the applicants is mentioned to have attained thoroughly as on the date of the 1st Jan 2015. Under the rules and regulations of the authority relaxation in the age will also be permissible to the applicants that belong to the category reserved.
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- General Duty: Rail Coach Factory, Raebareli had announced the suitable education for the applicant so that the service allotted to them could be completed with the preciseness and fussiness. Applicants are required with the education to be MBBS degree along with the completion of the internship.
- Specialist: Applicants are provided with the associated education to be as post graduation degree or the diploma which is mentioned to be having in the associated trade. Applicants are needed also to have the associated familiarity in the work field.
Selection Method: The selection scheme built up is the most associated aspect which is to get structure with the most preciseness. The process which is under the thought process for the associated posts is provided to be as performance of the applicants in the medical examination. The process which is to integrate at next is mentioned to be as personal interview session. These both examinations will collectively make the final decision of making the selection of the applicants.
Scheme to submit an application: Rail Coach Factory, Raebareli had mentioned that the process of the registration is mentioned to be most general process. The process of getting listed is mentioned to be as the dispatch of the application. The next process which is announced is mentioned to be as the presence to make for the personal interview session. All the necessary certificates must be brought on the stipulated date for checking of the genuineness of the applicants.
Important Date: The process of the interview and medical examinations are provided to conduct considerable on the date of the 6th April 2015. The time mentioned for the interview is provided to be as 10:30 am.
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Download PDF File Chinese Dragon Papercraft A4 Assembly Instructions . The Chinese dragon is a spiritual beast; a mythical creature with a long, snakelike body and sharp talons. Its image differs slightly to that of the Western dragon, being considered a sacred creature: a god that reigns over direction. In China, it is also used to symbolize the power of the emperor. The Chinese dragon is believed to control the weather, being responsible for causing tempests, lightning, and tornadoes. In its hand it holds a flaming pearl, thought to be harbinger of fortune and good luck. Feng Shui principles state that if you place a dragon ornament in the southeast corner of a building with a container of water, a dragon will come down to drink the water, improving your fortune in business and causing trade to flourish. Also a symbol of strength, the dragon is said to invite all kinds of luck. Leaving a dragon at the entrance to a building, on the right as you enter a room, or in the north corner is said to increase your luck in terms of wealth and love.


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i simply cant get the mysql> prompt (win-xp-pro)
always return "cannot connect to Mysql server on localhost 10061"
though i already follow accordind to instruction on this page...
*i formatted my computer juz to see whether if i can make it connect...
cos my fren get the connection(he is doing what i'm doin too)
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could some one guide me step by step
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It sounds like your server is not started. The doc you referred looks like it walks you through starting mysql as a service on XP. Check your Services and make sure it is started. If the service thing doesn't seem to work, just go to the command line and start it manually by typing "mysqld --console". For more info look at section "188.8.131.52 Starting the Server for the First Time" in the help file that comes with mysql (should be in C:\mysql\Docs\manual_toc.html).


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Yes, I like the person I have become. But I will keep improving.
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I'm pretty much OK with the person I am on the inside. That's mostly because it's easy enough to meet my own expectations of what a person should be, since those expectations are 1) to be a good person, and 2) to never intentionally hurt anyone or anything. There are some minor (to me) things I wouldn't mind changing about who/what I am on the inside, but they're not enough to stop me from being generally OK with the person I am.
As far as what's on the outside goes, no. I've never liked what I look like, and don't like it any better now that I'm not only grown but not getting any younger either. When I was a kid I'd wonder what I'd look like ("turn into") when I grew up. I imagined magically turning into someone who looked completely different. Later, I grew up to learn that I look pretty much the same as I did back then - only taller and bigger and older-looking. What a disappointment THAT was!! (lol)
So, what I'd change would be what I look like (but it would have to be by magic, because I've never had any intention, and don't now either, of doing anything like getting plastic surgery or having a head transplant). :)
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I, do like "me"........but I do not always like the way that others think that I am.
Being a "bottom line ", " get to the point" kind of person.....does not invite a lot of compassion.
The Truth is, my compassion can bury the truth that I see. At times, others can not relate to the depth of my feelings.
In my teachings, my experiences, my judgements.........I have learned to draw the "hard line in the sand"..........those who wear their feelings on their sleeves, just can not be expected to relate to this. It is the cruelness of the world.
They are not " wrong" or " dismissed".......neither should, I be.
At the end of the day.........between the hours of doing, performing, thinking and planning...........in those few hours.............Yeah, I am "ok" with me.......even if others are not.
I do wish that we could better relate to one another.....but, yeah, I am "OK".
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I like the person I've become (except for the economy!). Sure, there are things I'd change--but think that's true for most us) but nothing major. I was diagnosed in 1972 with manic- depression and have emotionally hurt a lot of people I love because of it, I would definitely change that In the early '70's you didn't dare mention any mental problems.I was just a really messed up person who wanted to do things other people didn't approve of and, as my steel magnolia lady mother said, "there's always at least one black sheep in every family." I would have listened to the doctor. My problem isn't depression--it's mania, so I have unwittingly had a great life in some ways, but wish I had gone on to college (3 professors told me to go for writing). I wish I had gone ahead and bit the bullet money-wise to get my epic edited and hopefully pub'd; I would have left my 1st husband much sooner, and I would have concentrated on the arts, instead of wasting decades making money for others.
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Crayon Shin-chan Movie 08: Arashi wo Yobu Jungle

The Nohara family is on a cruise heading towards a tropical island when suddenly the ship is invaded by a large group of monkeys. The simians capture all adults and take them to a nearby isle while leaving all children behind. It is up to Shin-chan and his friends to find and save the grown-ups.

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