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Top 10 Male Anime Perverts
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Top 10 Male Anime Perverts
And you thought Japan was all about propriety. Welcome to WatchMojo.com! Today we'll be counting down our picks for the Top 10 Male Anime Perverts.
For this list, we'll be looking at male anime characters who do more than just keep a few dirty magazine hidden under their beds. We'll be checking out the professional gropers, peepers, and creepers you probably want to stay far away from. While this is a male only list, don't think the ladies are getting off easy, we also have a list of top 10 female anime perverts.
#10: Ataru Moroboshi
"Urusei Yatsura" (1981-86)
Ataru is your average anime perv who has a thing for pretty girls… even if he's got a girlfriend. But when aliens invade our planet, he bravely… dismisses it, even if he's the chosen candidate in a game that will decide the fate of the world. His girlfriend agrees to marry him if he manages to save the day so thank goodness the alien he has to catch has breasts. Guess it wasn't enough for all of civilization to be depending on him as his 2nd head is a lot more dependable than his 1st. In the end, Ataru catches the alien princess by… pulling off her top. Whatever works, we guess?
#9: Sanji
"One Piece" (1999-)
Don't let his stylish suit and cool demeanor fool you, this guy is one badass cook whose only got one thing on his mind. And it's not food, trust us, we've seen the inside of his mind. Yep, Sanji's a perv, but he's more than just your average perv. He's chivalrous in his views toward women… if you can get over the whole nose erupting into a fountain of blood thing. Classic. He's vowed to never let them be insulted or hurt, and unlike some perverts, this isn't in exchange for groping a girl's chest or worshipping her behind. That's great and all… except for when a woman is trying to kill him!
#8: Sakurai Tomoki
"Heaven's Lost Property" (2009-10)
What happens when a pervert gets to have his lecherous wishes granted? Well first, he gets his wishes granted by a big breasted Angeloid. Then, he runs around naked, gropes his best friend, steals panties, reads dirty magazines, which… causes all of human life to disappear. Oops. After realizing the dangers of making such requests, Tomoki wants a life of peace, quiet, and the ability to prevent his best friend from wearing panties. He also wants to start a rock band to jam about his nipples. Oh, AND transforming into a girl to get into the girl's locker room and hot springs. Like we said: peace and quiet.
#7: Aikuro Mikisugi
"Kill la Kill" (2013-14)
You will never meet an anime character more proud of his own nipples. Of course then they glow like they do it is hard not to be in awe. It takes a lot of talent, and probably years of practice, to remove your clothes without even touching them, and he's more than happy to flaunt his body in smooth poses as he… explains important plot points? He is the leader of a rebel group known as the Nudist Beach after all. In a world where clothing is sentient, this group actually makes a lot of sense. He may be one of the few entries on this list that can tell people to strip and have it be a plot point. It's not fan service OK, it's a central to the story!
#6: Spirit Albarn
"Soul Eater" (2008-09)
Why don't and of these men face any real repercussions for their actions? Sure, there's the occasional slap to the face… unless the girl — or girls — are secretly in love with him. But this is anime, where flirty men like Spirit Albarn surround themselves with gorgeous gals and… oh, his wife left him? And his daughter despises him because of his boorish nature? Talk about a plot twist. Try as he might he can't win his daughters approval, but he also can't stop wearing his perversion on his sleeve so it's just a no win situation all around.
#5: Issei (ee-say)
"High School DxD" (2012)
We understand that sometimes it can be hard to get a date, however, we're not sure if it's worth dying for. Issei doesn't have the best reputation — probably because he's a pervert, so he's excited about being asked out on a date. But, word of advice: if your date asks if you'll die for her and transforms into a winged creature, you should probably thank her for the evening and GTFO. Fortunately, he's given a second chance at life, but becomes the enemy of all women when he takes on the power of clothes-eating slimes. Atta-boy!
#4: Hisoka
"Hunter x Hunter" (1999-2001)
We're convinced that sayings like "bad touch" and "I need an adult" stem from this character. While most of the pervs on this list will go away after a slap to the face or too much blood loss after seeing a pair of breasts, Hisoka gets off on the fight. The stronger the opponent, the more enamored he is, because he takes pleasure in spilling the blood of powerful fighters. The creepiest part — besides the fact that he's unpredictable as all hell — is that there is no limit to his tastes. Even young characters such as lead protagonist, Gon, are worthy of Hisoka's affections.
#3: Jiraiya
"Naruto" franchise (2002-)
This man We weren't surprised to learn that Jiraiya was a dirty old man — or "ero-sennin" as Naruto calls him — but he does get style points for being the author of Kakashi's beloved adult book series (0:35). And then there's the fact that Naruto convinces him to train by transforming into a naked woman. This… sounds kind of creepy, especially for a teacher. He does realize that this is an illusion created by a kid, right? Eh, he is a self proclaimed 'super pervert' and proud of it.
#2: Happosai
"Ranma 1/2" (1989-92)
We don't like to make assumptions based on appearance, but… Happosai looks like the tiny old pervert that you try and keep away from the women in your family. Sure, he's a respectable martial arts master, but he frequently goes on panty raids. We guess it's not his fault. It's an addiction, really, one so great that he can't live without touching a woman. We wish we were making that up, but there is actually a point in the series where he nearly dies in Ranma's arms from not having any female contact. Good thing it rains and Ranma turns into a girl.
Before we declare our number one male pervert, let's check out what's in the sock drawer for these honorable mentions:
"Inuyasha" (2000-04)
"Hetalia" (2009-)
Ginei Morioka
"Rosario + Vampire" (2008)
Shigure Sohma
"Fruits Basket" (2001)
"Bleach" (2004-12)
#1: Master Roshi
"Dragonball" franchise (1986-)
The one and only, Master Roshi taught an entire generation what perversion really is. From asking a teenage Bulma to show him her panties, to groping deadly women like Launch and 18… wait, isn't 18 Krillin's wife? Does he seriously have no issue with groping his own student's wife? Guess not, since he's still trying to find reasons to rub his face against Chi-Chi's rear end. No woman is safe from his advances, even if she's married to the strongest warrior on Earth. Creepy as he is wise, there is no character in anime more deserving of our number 1 spot.
Do you agree with our lust… list! Which male anime pervert has you keeping the blinds shut at all times? For more dirty minded top tens published everyday, be sure to subscribe to WatchMojo.com.
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How much would you tip this man?"Waiter, what's this fly doing in my soup?"
"Looks like the backstroke, sir."
A much-loved exchange we've all chortled at countless times. But wipe away the tears of laughter and you'll find a highly contentious issue hiding behind the joke's hilarious façade. How much should this customer, who has suffered from both poor food-safety standards and glib staff, pay as a tip when settling up?
Our recent blog post on restaurant rip offs sparked some heated debate in one of the most controversial areas of culinary culture. Indeed, raise this issue at any social gathering and you'll find it ranks among religion and the correct spelling of "bulgur wheat" as topics most likely to cause gnashing of teeth.
The ideological divide, broadly speaking, seems quite clear. If you've worked in the service industry, you'll likely believe that a standard 10% gratuity is the very least a customer should offer; a way of compensating for the poor wages and difficult aspects of what can be an unpleasant job.
On the other hand, those who have never been on the other side of the menu are entitled to wonder why eating out, unlike other customer-service situations, requires this somewhat idiosyncratic ritual.
Ask a few friends and you'll be surprised how meticulous a system some have in place. Shaving a few percent off the tip for each disappointment, or adding a few for each pleasant surprise, for example. Or perhaps starting with a set amount and working down at each perceived inadequacy in service. But then what really counts as poor service? Having to wait too long? Unfriendly staff? Dirty cutlery? On the other hand, is it possible to tip too much?
Cross borders, and the rules become even more blurred. In the US, a 10% tip is seen as a bare minimum and would often be considered rude and miserly. Leaving without paying any tip is unheard of, no matter how bad the service is - and can result in angry threats and recriminations.
This downloadable guide is as concise as it is bewildering; almost every country has a different set of rules and attitudes. In Japan, for example, tipping of any kind is considered rude, and can greatly insult waiting staff. If other countries can manage without, why is that we in the west find tipping so difficult to do?
I like to keep it simple. Always, always 10%, perhaps slightly more if the waiting staff are incredibly personable (and I have been drinking). If the service is awful, I'll tip nothing. But why should my evening end with such decisions and calculations?
Tipping is an unnecessary and often awkward part of what should be one of life's most pleasant experiences - eating out. And surely nothing could be more inelegant than putting a cash value on a stranger's ability to serve you food. Isn't it about time waiting staff were paid better, and rewarded with compliments?
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First off, I'm sorry for the lack of updates because I've been so very busy with several massive cake orders I was so tired. It's no easy feat doing everything by yourself with absolutely no one to help you :( But I came out alive, ready to face the next order for next week after a day of rest.
It has always been a dream of mine to make a white-on-white cake. Anyone who knows me know I love white. And when a last minute order came in for a friend's birthday (the single sole person I know who truly loves coconut), I jumped at this opportunity to create a somewhat white cake. I didn't know it'd be entirely white at first but it turned out so.
I've come to realize I'm terribly à la minute, or to put it in a nicer way, spontaneous. I try to seek inspiration when I'm alone and because I've got so much time to plan ahead, I often end up decorating it till it looks like I tried too hard. It's happened before, and it wasn't ugly, but it wasn't refined. And for both the times I made the Fraisier and today, the Coco, I literally made up the decor as I went along. Don't seek for inspiration, inspiration finds you. In fact, before I assembled this cake, I already had an idea of how I'd want it to look like and I thought "I'm gonna put this and that, and this and that". I was over-thinking as usual. But my ideas always change as I make the cake and I'm much more pleased with how this turned out appearance wise.
I've never made a coconut cake before. If I had it my way, I would have done an acidic component to counter the creaminess of the coconut. Everyone knows the tropical flavours work. I was thinking either passionfruit or pineapple, but the birthday boy hates passionfruit and likes his coconut cakes full on coconut.
I didn't have a recipe for a coconut ganache montée and because I'm obsessed with the texture of it, I had to run several tests to achieve a full bodied coconut flavour using a base ganache montée recipe. I failed once and then I got so stressed out. Mummy often asks me why I accept orders when I don't even have a recipe for it and I end up worrying at the last minute. I guess I'm the type of person who likes challenges and I've come to learn that I think I perform best under pressure.
For this made to order coconut cake, there are 5 components:
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2. biscuit cuillère
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4. coconut sablé breton pressée
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So for the coconut ganache test I was doing, the first one was messed up cause I stupidly thought I could simply substitute the cream with coconut cream. Turns out the fat content isn't the same and it didn't work the way it should. Praying to all the Gods of the pastry world + channelling J's testing strength and abilities into myself because I only had a few hours left to know if it works or I won't be able to do this cake, I tried a second test and thank goodness it worked! And the flavour... oh wow the flavour was intense coconut with a slight toasty flavour because infused a part of the cream with some toasted coconut flakes. The only worry is I'm scared it'll be too coconut-ty...
It's always scary when you don't get to taste the cake and see the cross-section of it for yourself first and make the appriopriate adjustments. I've no idea if this cake is balanced in flavour, too sweet or too nutty. I just hope he'll like it.
I'm thrilled by it's presentation. I made some white chocolate thins in an attempt to make it resemble freshly scooped coconut flesh from its husk by a spoon but they ended up looking more like petals haha. Fine by me cause it's pretty anyway. Note to self to get J to teach me to do real tempered chocolate petals this december! If I had to do this one again for someone who likes coconut, it'll be just like this but with an acidic component for balance ;)


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When Sarah Cain, a self-involved big-city newspaper columnist, travels to Pennsylvania for the funeral of her Amish sister, she soon discovers that she is the legal guardian of her five Amish nieces and nephews. Rather than choose to move to Lancaster County to finish raising them there herself, or let them be separated by the foster care system, Sarah decides to take them with her back to Portland where she believes she can make a new life for them. However, she soon realizes that the modern world has forced them to compromise who they are, and that she has moved them there for all the wrong reasons - a motive which is soon exposed - because secrets can really never be kept secret. In order to find her own redemption, she knows she must make a choice to give them back their lives in Amish Country. And whether she remains part of their lives will have a lot to do with how much she has grown to love them.
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The Funniest WiFi Names in the World Now Have Their Very Own Museum
Think you have a clever WiFi name? It might belong in the Museum of Wi-Fi. Curated by Guillaume Roukhomovsky, this is probably the punniest archive on the internet.
Hi, Guillaume! Tell us a bit about yourself.
I'm a 27-year-old French art director from Paris now living the Dutch life in Amsterdam. I work at a big advertising agency, but I love making stuff that goes beyond advertising. Last year, I created Gimme, a connected glove that tracks and shares every high five you do, and now I have the Museum of Wi-Fi.
How did you come up with the idea for Museum of Wi-Fi?
I've always used WiFi names as a way to "communicate" with my upstairs neighbors: ShutYourFuckingDogUp, PLSAnythingButTheFinalCountdown, the list goes on. When I discovered I wasn't the only one to mark my territory with wireless signals, I simply decided to collect all these funny, silly, and explicit WiFi names from around the world—and the Museum of Wi-Fi was born.
"Every time I go somewhere, I just wave my phone around like an idiot and screenshot every badass WiFi name I see." —Guillaume Roukhomovsky
How do you source the WiFi names?
If you look carefully out there, our entire world is already a Museum of Wi-Fi. Every time I go somewhere, I just wave my phone around like an idiot and screenshot every badass WiFi name I see. A lot of friends now send me WiFi nuggets they've found in their own neighborhoods. To be honest, sometimes I feel like I'm turning into a router.
What do you have planned next?
Oh, there's much more to come. For now, the project is limited to its virtual shape: a simple website. But I'm currently working with some partners here in Amsterdam to open the Museum of Wi-Fi for real. Imagine a museum where you have nothing to admire but wireless signals on your phone.
What's the best WiFi name you've ever come across?
"Really, Asshole? Curry Again?"
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Currently shooting for Jac Mulder's Hollywood film, Twisted Blues, in Dubai, Lauren tells mid-day she is excited for the role she is set out to play, given that it's different from the ones that have come her way. "The film is about women empowerment. My character is called Hunter, who faces domestic violence at the hands of her husband. She escapes this vicious cycle with the help of her best friends, who are professionals in Mix Martial Arts. I haven't attempted a role of this nature before, and am really proud to be a part of this film."
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- 45 years old
- Date of birth: Feb 15, 1964
- Place of birth:
Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Date of passing: Jul 28, 2009
- Place of passing:
Detroit, Michigan, United States
"When tomorrow starts without me, and I am not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes, all filled with tears for me,
I wish so much you wouldn't cry, the way you did today.
While thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me, as much as I love you
And each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too.
But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand
That an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand.
And said my place was ready, In heaven far above.
And that I 'd have to leave behind, all those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye.
For all my life I always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for, so much left yet to do.
It seemed almost impossible that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad.
I thought of all the love we shared, and all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday, just even for awhile.
I'd say good bye and kiss you and maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized that this could never be.
For emptiness and memories would take the place of me.
And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow.
I thought of you and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through heavens gates, I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me, from his great golden throne.
He said, this is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on earth is past, but here life starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last.
And since each day's the same way, there's no longing for the past.
You have been so faithful, so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things, you knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven, and now at last you are free.
So won't you come and take my hand, and share my life with me.
So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart.
For ever time you think of me, I'm right her in your heart.
Rick was a carpenter by trade who "built" a legacy of love and giving. He was a loving Dad to Cameron, Nicholaus and Daniel. A Beloved son of Richard and Sharon. Ricky was a cherished brother of Michael, Kim (Wayne) Champion, Annette (Tim) Mulcahy and Angela Hensley. Uncle Rick was adored by Britta, Maddie, Adam, Jon, Ryan, Kaitlyn and Jessica. He was a great uncle to Sadie.
He was blessed with a quick wit and good sense of humor. Many remember his charm and charisma. His desire to help anyone was a trait that weaved it's way through all those he called "friends".
"I have very fond childhood memories of Ricky. He was fun loving, entertaining and easy going. Gone too soon!"
"Missing you Ricky❤"
"Thank you to all of you who have stopped by to reflect on Rick and the memories you may hold dear to your heart of him... Please leave a brief message just to let us know you were here...It means alot to us as his parents... We continue to trust our God for the things we don't understand...Six years ago today was as beautiful day as it is today...Blue skies, white clouds,hot as it is today,all was good... Who knows what a day may bring to change our corner of the world forever... Such a day was Tuesday July 28, 2009...For us and the many others that Rick,s life has touched. Thanks again loving him and being special to him...as he thought so much of so many... Just remembering... With loving Thoughts and Memories. Blessings to all of you, Sharon and Richard"
"Still missed, always loved"
"Wishing once again that I could pick up the phone to say happy birthday! We're left to continue to celebrate your life without your presence here. Happy Birthday, Rick! It's still a special day that marks a life that influenced and changed so many hearts and lives! Wishing you were here!"
"Like a comet
Blazing 'cross the evening sky ---Gone too soon
Like a rainbow
Fading in the twinkling of an eye--Gone too soon
Shiny and sparkly--And splendidly bright
Here one day--Gone one night
Like the loss of sunlight
On a cloudy afternoon--Gone too soon
Like a castle
Built upon a sandy beach--Gone too soon
Like a perfect flower
That is just beyond your reach--Gone too soon
Born to amuse, to inspire, to delight
Here one day--Gone one night
Like a sunset
Dying with the rising of the moon--Gone too soon
-Michael Jackson-
Happy Birthday Ricky"
"Five years ago this Sunday I had no idea it was the last day I had to pick up the phone and hear Ricks voice. I didn't though. I can't live in regret what I didn't know at the time however on the day that marks his passing from this world (July 28th) I would like to think I continue to learn lessons and get better at living them out. To love deeper, forgive more quickly, don't sweat the small stuff, if someone is on your mind to call pick up the phone, cards that seem like clutter after the holidays are treasures to see someone's name written out again once they're gone , if you have a dream that seems too distant one step brings you closer to seeing it come to pass, live intentionally, love unconditionally, laugh often. Make the simple things an adventure and enjoy the journey! Be grateful and try not to take for granted those people which God brings into your path to share the journey with you!! Thank you to my brother Rick for continuing to help me remember these lessons. Your legacy lives on in those you loved."
"Happy Birthday to our loving nephew. We miss you and think of you often, with tears in our hearts! Love you like a son Aunt Rita & Uncle Bob"
"Happy 50th Rick! I miss you every day and will continue to celebrate this day of your birth in my heart always! Love you!!"
"Happy 50th BIrthday Ricky
Missing you today - and every day in between
I thank God for lessening the heartache -
Until we meet again
I will always love you little brother !!"
"Still missed with my entire heart, will always be my best friend and my brother. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and even have conversations with you (don't judge - he would do the same with me!)sometimes even yell at you. It still unreal that you are not here with me! We will see each other again one day"
"I love you"
When I find myself at this time Holding on to the path as it hurls fire and brimstone at me.
Looking for the light in the darkness.
and honoring both.
In all essences.
Hugs my friend. With you I was safe."
"This day is remembered and quietly kept,
no words needed, we will NEVER forget.
For those we love don't go away
they walk beside us everyday.
Unseen, unheard, but always near
so loud, so missed and so very dear -
Remembering and Missing you Rick"
"Thinking of You.
Backgammon and laughter all night.
Thank you for your love and light."
"Thinking about you cousin and missing your presence at all the beautiful life events in the family. Wishing you were here to help us celebrate."
"As my life goes on & things change the one thing that remains the same is that I still miss Rick. He was/is the person I could always count on no matter what. We both would drop everything to help each other. Sad to say that there is no one like him in my life like that today - it truly makes me appreciate even more what good friend is.was"
"So on my mind for a couple of weeks now, missing you soooo much.
Love you Bro !!"
"Missing the "clown" in my life and heart.
Forever you will be loved - Forever you will be missed !"
"To live in the hearts of those we leave behind means we never die
Rick I know you are living with our Lord but you'll never be forgotten you are in so many hearts. Love you"
"Happy Birthday Rick! Still seems strange not to be able to pick up the phone and tell you that (if I remember, right?). You're in my heart and on my mind every day. Missing you so much lately and realizing all these thoughts and memories is all I have to last me the rest of my life....til I see you again."
"As Rick's birthday approaches I remember all the fun we had during his life and it reminds me more that I miss him. One day I will be able to see him and we can celebrate again. Happy Birthday my Brother, my Friend - you are missed more than you would ever have thought you would be."
"Lord, I praise you in this storm, and I will lift my hands, for you are who you are no matter where I am. Every tear I cry, you hold in your hand. You never leave my side even though my heart is torn. I will praise you in this storm! (Casting Crowns)"
"Missing you... all I can say
The day you left us...my saddest day
When I am weak and tired and down...
I look at you dressed like a little clown...
and I remember"
"What a beautiful tribute to Rick. More outpouring of love could not be given. With my eyes filled with tears
as I read the loving messages I reflected on my own personal love for that great guy. I hope he and his Uncle Al have found and embraced each other. Love y'all"
"Two years ago today Rick was released from this world to go onto the next and I still miss him as much today as I did then."
"Today is a tearful reminder of the most painful day of my life. I miss you Rick! What I wouldn't do to share just one more cup of coffee and hear your laugh again!
Love you!!!"
"What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others...Pericles
Your "Rickisms" are used often and bring smiles! love ya"
"Still can't believe it's been 2 years already. I'm sure you'd be proud of my life now.
I miss you, I'll never forget your friendship!
Your name and funny sayings still come up in the rooms"
"It's been two years and you will always be "Forevermissed".
"...Born to amuse, to inspire, to delight,
Here one day, gone one night...Like a sunset dying
with the rising moon....Gone too soon""
"There is a season for everything under heaven, a time to weep, a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance (Ecclesiastes 3). My thoughts of you brother brings tears of joy and sadness."
"On the anniversary of "The Great Sadness" of our family, I choose to celebrate the life I shared with Rick and the eternal life he now experiences has been promised to me as well in God's time."
"I miss my brother, my friend, our talks. Hard to believe it's been a year...I still have the urge to just pick up the phone. No regrets...just a wish for more time together. ((Hugs)) love you!!"
"Been One year already - sometimes it feels like just yesterday and sometimes it feels like forever. Miss you tons !!!"
"Happy Birthday Rick. I love and miss you."
"Happy Birthday Little Brother !!!"
"I give Thanks this week for the wonderful 45 years we shared as siblings.
Missing You !"
"I loved Rick's honest, true and forthrightness.
He was who he was, whereever and with whomever he was with. I will miss his quick smile, and loving ways."
"Although the sun is shining - there are times my days are so "overcast". Often, I have to fight the urge to pick up the phone to call you- Missing you my little bro"
"In honor of Your Life that was lived.
Your Light guided my path.
You are forever in my heart.
And forever a part of who I am."
"Rick - Cousin - Friend
I know you are in a better place and am sure you are very happy. We, however, will miss you tremendously. Your zest for life and helping others. We love you."
"Our message was concluded without naming Rick's brother Michael. What a blessing to have loving siblings and the love from Richard and Sharon."
"Uncle Al & Aunt Sondra cannot express sufficiently their sorrow in the loss of Rick.
We deeply feel the sorrow of Sharon, Richard, Annette and Angie as well as Rick's sons."
"Rick was, and still is, my best friend & my brother. There was not a movie line or song he didn't know, & he could throw out at you that would fit the situation. Going on without him seems impossible."
"There are no words to express my sorrow for my brother Richard and my and sister-inlaw Sharon .I weep for the loss of a wonderful nephew. Rita & I pray for Annette, Michael and Angie & their kids."
"I can't believe Rick is gone. It is so good to hear how he touched so many people's lives. I wish that I had spent more time with him."
"I never imagined God would send such beautiful rainbows even in the MIDST of this storm! Thank you Lord for the rainbows and for seeing us safely thru this storm!"
"My Brother - My Friend
I can't imagine you not being in my life
I miss you and will always love you !!!"
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Suad Hosni's Items to be Auctioned to Benefit Children Cancer Hospital
The late Egyptian film star Suad Hosni's items will be sold at a charity auction to be held February 21 at Shearaton Hotel in Cairo. Proceeds will go to build children cancer hospital.
The auction will be run during a 5-hour party presented by the actresses Yusra and Hanan Tork.
75 percent of the money to be raised through the auction will go to building the hospital, while 25 percent will go to the late actress's family.
"Most of the late star's items will be sold at the auction, in particular, the clothes she wore in her films, as well as a large amounts of accessories, a car and other personal items," the secretary general of the Friends Society of the Cancer National Institute, Sherif Abul Naga told the London based daily al Hayat.
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Nidhi Prakash | April 21, 2015
An NYU Langone Medical Center study testing the use of a controversial heroin addiction treatment to prevent relapses in Rikers Island inmates has prompted concern from some advocates and analysts who worry that use of the drug could in some cases have fatal consequences.
The study examined the effectiveness of Vivitrol, or naltrexone—a drug already approved for use in the general population—in treating inmates who were about to be released. It involved 34 inmates, half of whom were given a combination of Vivitrol and counseling. The other half was given no treatment. After eight weeks, 88 percent of the inmates who received no treatment relapsed, compared to 38 percent of those given Vivitrol and counseling.
"We have a big big problem and we don't really have a handle on it in terms of treatment or public health response. [It's] a molecule that's been in development since the 1970s. It's just taken a long time," said Joshua Lee, one of the lead researchers.
The concerns about the study stem from the idea that Vivitrol increases the potential for overdose because, unlike methadone or buprenorphine, it makes it impossible for a user to feel the effects of heroin, drastically lowering their tolerance. As a result, if addicts do relapse, they are more likely to take a dose of heroin their system cannot handle. If methadone or buprenorphine are used correctly, the person gets the same dose of the opioid-like drug at regular intervals, allowing them to function without giving them a high.
The study concludes, "Extended-release naltrexone is associated with significantly lower rates of opioid relapse among men in the United States following release from jail when compared with a no medication treatment-as-usual condition."
Some analysts warned against drawing meaningful conclusions from the NYU Langone study because it is limited in its scope—with a small sample size and time frame.
"They made a declaration that Vivitrol is a viable treatment in the U.S. with men who are incarcerated and coming out of jail and I thought, wow, that is a huge statement for a small study where the difference between the two arms was not that great, although statistically significant," said Holly Catania, an independent drug policy analyst, who has worked in the area of heroin relapse prevention since the late 90s.
"The politics is really that there are still a lot of people out there that are under this belief that methadone and bupernorphine are perpetuating drug use [and] that it's somehow bad. But that's certainly not backed up by medical evidence," said Matt Curtis, policy director at advocacy group VOCAL NY, who said medications like Vivitrol could pose a threat to members of his organization—most of whom have been impacted by drug addiction in one way or another.
Curtis said that while researchers should be looking at all possible ways of combating heroin relapses, methadone and bupernorphine are proven and affordable treatments already available.


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Awami League(AL) president Sheikh Hasina has agreed to talk to BNP chief Khaleda Zia.
The AL and BNP leaders told reporters on Wednesday that their chiefs were willing to sit together and talk.
Two veteran journalist A B M Musa and Reazuddin Ahmed in interviews with Voice of America spoke about the possibility of the proposed meeting between the two leaders.
Reazudin Ahmed is hopeful about the possible outcome but A B M Musa is not at all hopeful.
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LG G4 Leaked On Official Website –
LG's upcoming smartphone model G4 is set to be declared on 28th of April however a recent misstep by LG has uncovered the smartphones design, specs and a portion of the features. while the authority unveiling is still about two weeks away. But it seems that you won't need to hold up until the 28th of April to see LG's most recent design The leak comes right from LG's official site where a page itemized the LG G4 for a long while before it was at last brought around LG Officials however the Internet doesn't overlook.
Along with the pics, the website also contained a specification list, however that is the place things get somewhat hazy. A hefty portion of the specs on the website were plainly incorrect (like notice of Android KitKat), while the f/1.8 gap for the cam is redress and has as of now been affirmed by LG, yet the 13MP determination isn't exactly right. Main concern, that implies the specs were placeholders thus everything on the site ought to be brought with a grain of salt, regardless of the possibility that the pictures of the LG G4 look rather credible, extremely itemized, and fall in accordance with the indicated look we have seen in LG teasers.
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The pictures of LG G4 uncovered what gives off an impression of being another premium design with back cover swapping option offering direct rivalry to the Moto X and its customization choices. Many official pictures of LG G4 leave nothing to the creative imagination. The front of the phone can be seen with a change and now seems to have a weaved carbon fiber design. The back is currently more bended and the ergonomic outline ought to fit better in the clients' hands making the generally substantial 5.5 inch gadget to hold. LG is presently donning a leather like design, with sewing running down the center. We can't say without a doubt just yet in the event that LG is pressing genuine leather, or an artificial cowhide material.
IPS Quantum Dot Display Technology –
The points of interest uncover that the G4 sees a slight knock in the measurements as the gadget measures 149 x 75 x 8.9 mm. The thickness continues as before even with the more unmistakable bend emphasized at the back. The gadget will accompany the same 5.5 inch screen yet with another QHD screen with an IPS Quantum Dot Display. It's the same technology that is utilized on Sony portable screens and offers a wide shading array coordinating AMOLEDs in shading immersion while making the show more power effective.
SD Card Slot And Removable 3000 mAh Battery –
The smartphone is set to launch with a microSD card slot and a 3000 mAh removable battery. This makes the smartphone one of the last few leader gadgets that permit the utilization of memory cards and a client removable battery. The pictures additionally uncover a LG Quick Circle case to be accessible which offers a little notification window.
The smartphone internals were not piece of the spilled page yet they are reputed to be a SnapDragon 810 with 3GB of RAM.
There's almost nothing left to be known by LG on the occasion on 28th April however whatever meager points of interest that remain will be secured at the announcement.


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Big blue recycling carts are on their way to alleys and garages around St. Paul.
Mayor Chris Coleman delivered the first bin Tuesday to a home just east of Snelling Avenue.
"This is the beginning, this is the official first cart to be rolled out," said Coleman, as he unloaded a recycling bin into an alley.
Over the next six weeks the city will distribute another 78,000 bins in one of the state's biggest recycling initiatives.
"St. Paul has always been a leader in recycling," said Coleman. "But we noticed over the years that our recycling rates were leveling off. And we want to make sure we're doing what we could to increase those recycling rates."
The carts look similar to garbage bins. They are covered and they have wheels.
They also offer significantly more recycling capacity than the current blue bins city residents use.
"I hate the little bins. We don't use those," said Sheila Sweeney, who's home on Fairmount Avenue got the first recycling cart — paid for by an annual property tax fee.
Sweeney's family members are dedicated recyclers, she said, but the city's current system hasn't made it easy.
The program uses small totes that residents usually carry to the front curb of their houses on recycling day.
"We've heard from the community that they're looking for something that's more convenient and they wanted to be able to recycle more materials easily," said Kris Hageman, recycling and solid waste program manager with the city's public works department.
Collection with the new 64-gallon carts will move to alleys starting in early 2017. Based on similar transitions to recycling carts in other cities, Hageman expects St. Paul residents to recycle more than ever.
"We're anticipating and hoping for about a 35 percent increase in materials collected and about a 15 percent increase in participation," she said.
• Last year: To boost recycling, St. Paul may need to trash old bins
The recycling rollout is part of a larger waste initiative in Minnesota's second-largest city: city officials expect garbage haulers to offer their initial proposal for so-called organized collection by the end of this year.
The City Council moved this summer to push haulers to come up with a system that will cut down the number of trash trucks moving through the city every day — although the city stopped short of a municipal takeover.
"We think the prospects [for an agreement] are good, but we're still working with Ramsey County and other partners to develop the infrastructure here in the county and in St. Paul to do that," said Ellen Biales, administrative programs manager for public works.
If a deal for organized trash collection is struck, Biales expects organic recycling to follow.
"We think the organics might fall in line more when we do the organized collection," she said, "because a lot of the methods available kind of coincide with trash collection."
The city's currently hoping to make both of those happen in mid-2018.


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SPARK's eye-catching 'pleated' and 'woven' facade in this mixed-use development resolves a variety of practical issues whilst referencing the textile market that formerly operated on the site.
November 13th, 2014
The Jing Mian Xin Chen project consists of two office towers and a retail podium. It's located in Beijing's Fourth Ring Road, immediately adjacent to the road, and with a protected public plaza to the rear.
Given that the block's massing was predicated and constrained by the sunlight requirements of a residential development to the north of the site, SPARK's work focused on the design of the facade and landscape.
Inspiration for the 'pleated' and 'woven' facade was drawn from the former presence of a textile market. "The pleating and weaving effects emerged from the visualisation of the facades as pieces of three-dimensional fabric rather than paper-thin curtain walls," says SPARK Director Jan Felix Clostermann. Here, pleats of perforated aluminium sheet establish a heavily textured facade for the retail podium, while angular 'threads' of glazing adhere to a weaving logic that slowly dissolves as it progresses upwards.
Beyond enclosure, the 'thickened' facade also performs a number of functions. For one, they baffle noise from traffic and offer a level of acoustic protection to the interior. The weave effect on the towers thus focuses on the lower levels, and fades out as it goes higher. In addition, in the case of the woven glazing, the facade engages with the interior space by sculpting new, habitable zones at the building's edge.
The woven glazing also opens up new opportunities for ventilation. "The weave allowed us to add small side openings for natural ventilation. In most of Beijing's Grade A office developments, windows are very large, heavy, top-hung panels that are difficult to operate and prone to falling. Many building operators do not allow windows to be opened for this reason, yet air conditioning is usually switched off at 6pm and remains off on weekends. This is a problem for those who need to work beyond regular office hours," explains Clostermann.
Being smaller, lighter and easier to use, the side windows are thus a practical and low-tech solution to a common problem. The extremities of the 'weave' serve an additional function as easily accessed light boxes for nighttime illumination of the building.
The plaza's landscape follows a similar vein, establishing a habitable topography of folds on the horizontal plane. "The ground folds up to create seating, and to demarcate different zones in the plaza for different activities," says Clostermann.
The project was named 'Best Office and Business Development' at MIPIM Asia Awards 2013.
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May Newsletter
It sure enough is spring. We even had some April showers to help with the blooms.
The May newsletter is ready to read or print:
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The Garden of Hope will continue to grow in 2009. We have plans boiling over, and lots more garden tools — AND a shed to put them in. Thanks to Seth, Paul, and Lynn for busting their body parts setting it up.
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Valuable assets - our 'older' generations
Monday July 25, 2011
by Emily Moore - Business and Franchises Manager
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development recently focused on an issue that will affect us all. We are living longer. We are working longer. This isn't a bad thing, the more time someone has been around, the more experience they have. Government statistics show that businesses are responding to the skills shortage by encouraging older workers to stay within the organisation – by the early 2020s, forecasters believe that those aged between 50 and 64 will comprise almost a third of the workforce.
'Older' people are a welcome resource to many companies with almost one million over 65's still in formal employment in the UK. This figure is set to increase further as from October this year the Government are set to scrap the default retirement age all together. The Department of Works and Pensions actively encourage employers to make learning and development available to all personnel – at least up to the age of 70.
However, the CIPD's research revealed a startling fact: despite being seen as a resource, older workers receive less investment in their careers than their younger counterparts.
The CIPD's report entitled 'The Employee Outlook: Focus on an Ageing Workforce' surveyed 2,000 employees and found only 46% aged 65 and over have a formal performance appraisal at least once a year (in comparison to 65% of all employees), and 44% have not had one in the last two years, or never have (compared to an average of 27%). And it's not just appraisals where older workers are missing out in comparison to those in other age groups. They are much less likely to have received any development – 51% said they have received no learning in the last three years or never had (in comparison to 32% across all age groups surveyed).
This is rather sad when you consider that feedback from appraisals leads to people who are more motivated and have clear objectives. Companies who invest in learning and development demonstrate belief, trust and a commitment to the continued employment of their people. In these days where all are striving towards equality in the workplace, it is essential that employers do not sideline the potential of their older workers.
When we at learnpurple carried out research with over 2,500 people we found that learning and development ranked within the top five things people need in order to feel engaged. Regardless of age, employers who give their people every opportunity to fulfil their potential through development, reap the rewards of increased staff motivation, increased productivity, improved service, and knowledge, enhanced job satisfaction and loyalty. We know that for all businesses continued success depends entirely on how well they nurture and develop their people. All of their people. Finding out how people are feeling in their roles, is one of a manager's key levers for performance and motivation. One the simplest way of ensuring that the whole workforce has an equal opportunity to appraisals would be the use of the award winning talent toolbox.
Older employees are often looked to by younger generations to reinforce company culture – keeping them included in company learning and development ensures they are on point with company values, goals and key messages. A brilliant way of topping up the wealth of knowledge older people bring to their roles are learning bites, these are just 90 minutes of education, seminar and motivation and happen early in the morning. These cleverly tailored sessions ensure your people set off to work afterwards feeling refreshed, motivated and buzzing with ideas and enthusiasm. Which is what it is all about after all.
It is totally worth investing in your greatest resource – your people- whatever their age.
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Immigration and Asylum Minister Gerd Leers has agreed to review the case of an Afghan family facing possible deportation. The whole opposition asked the minister by letter to use his powers to allow the family to remain in the Netherlands.
In the letter, the opposition points out that the Hbrahimgel family has been in the country for over ten years and have three well-integrated children. On Wednesday, Minister Leers said he would seriously consider new information.
The family has requested asylum three times. The last request was because the 14-year-old daughter Sahar, who attends grammar school, could face problems in Afghanistan because of her Western lifestyle.
The opposition believes the family has been let down many times by the Dutch authorities which have repeatedly failed take prompt decisions on their asylum procedure, which as a result stretched out over eight years.
For over seven years, the children have been entitled to residence in the Netherlands. They are not in the country illegally.
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Prayers up for my boy @Niles_Paul84 . Hope nothing serious.
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I love photographing the Mojave Desert (in which I live), due to its hidden beauty that many just do not see. It makes my day when I receive comments from people who have never experienced a desert, exclaiming how they wish they could visit the sights I photograph, which are practically in my backyard.
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Jellybean Adventure BETA
Rated 0.5 / 5 stars
I see potential
Well hmm, I know it's your first flash, but I recommend that you practice some of the basics and then finally when you've gotten a bit more advanced you should resume posting games.
It has the potential to be a fun and quirky idea; it seems to remind me of a Genesis era game or two. The thing is, as Argosas said, reducing the falling speed would be better, aslo there are some areas that you simply fall through even though they're supposed to be solid platforms. I'd recommend animating the Jellybean's face and obstacles. Here's an idea; you could even add some form of jump or bounce meter for some vertical platforming areas.
Keep at it and don't leave this idea behind; keep practicing!
All the best to you
Some Platforms have holes cut in them intentionally to make the game unfair. for example the very first platform allows you to fall down through the tree.
Stigg's Veggie-Matic
Rated 4.5 / 5 stars
Awesome job
Wow dude, I just got a chance to play this and I love it, sorry it took me this long to get back to you. I really want to say congratulations on everything man! I'm really happy for you! It's hard to top what others said, but I'll let you know my thoughts. :) The art is crisp, clean, and clear; it really adds to the overall happy atmosphere. As others had mentioned about the AI it's great: it starts off simple so as to get a feel for beginners, but then it steadily increases without it becoming an onslaught. The controls were also very responsive. You, Erica and everyone else did an excellent job! I was honored to be part of this. All the best with the future man, and once again congratulations!
Hey Shock-Dingo! :D Glad you could make it. You and Erica were both awesome to work with, and I'm glad you had a good time. :)


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Anacortes, WA (PressExposure) December 28, 2011 -- There is a new breed of trash haulers today, and they're hauling away profits by venturing beyond the curbside pickups offered by traditional junk removal businesses. Got an old bed on the second floor that's lost it's springs? No problem. Your tenant moved out and left a pile of unwanted furniture and junk in your rental house - no problem.
This new breed of trash haulers offers service beyond the curb, and will even sweep up after they pick up, or take reusable items to a recycler or your favorite charity thrift shop. These private junk haulers get most of their business from homeowners in upscale neighborhoods who are happy to pay for the service and convenience, and property managers who need help cleaning out vacated rental units.
Although many junk removal business owners are full-timers, many earn an excellent income working on weekends. The national average, after dump fees, fuel and vehicle costs, is $54 an hour. In addition, haulers can profit from selling recyclable materials, or selling items at garage sales or on craigslist. It's the perfect way to turn trash into cash. A junk hauling service is a great way to make a good income while providing a valuable service to the community.
A free mini-course is now available that explains how to start a part-time or full-time trash removal business. Here's what is covered in the 7-part course:
1. Overview of the private trash removal business.
2. Six things you need to know before starting a trash removal business.
3. Seven ways to profit from other people's junk.
4. Five ways to get all the junk hauling work you want.
5. Clean out foreclosures for additional income.
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Location: Cardiac Rehabilitation & Fitness Center conference room
Purpose: Most bariatric surgeons agree that ongoing support after bariatric surgery leads to the greatest level of success. At a support group meeting, you can surround yourself with people who understand and support your goals. This support group will give you an opportunity to discuss issues and situations from a history of obesity or that arise from surgery. A Support group can help you develop realistic expectations. Turn to a support group before and after your surgery for short-term questions and long-term camaraderie. Weight loss surgery will not immediately resolve existing emotional difficulties or heal the years of damage caused by a lifetime of being overweight.
* PLEASE NOTE: If the Canandaigua City School District has cancelled school due to inclement weather, the MONARC meeting is also canceled.
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Ninteno's classic 8-bit handheld console has been re-imagined into numerous by-products by numerous Game Boy fans throughout the years. Photographer Nicolas Ahouansou Game Boy body painted editorials provides a provocative means of paying homage to the beloved 90s video game console.
The photographs by Ahouansou clearly depict the model being completely nude from the waist-up. It is somewhat out of nature for most homages dedicated to the Nintendo franchise, but seems to be becoming a new way fans are expressing their love for the company. Body painting is fairly common-place in today's society, but it's not so often that the canvasses for these works showcase video game genres. Showcasing a nearly nude model along with classic Game Boy painted illustrations will surely get most Nintendo fans blood pumping.
Unpublished - Title: Enhance
Game-Imprinted Captures
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Revamped Old School Consoles
Hybrid Retro Gaming Devices
8-Bit Video Game Tables
DIY Gaming Smartphone Mods
Retro Game Depicting Illustrations
Nicolas Ahouansou Features Provocative Photos for Game Boy Fans
- By: Ian Andrew PanganibanApr 10, 2013
References: nicolas-ahouansou.fr & obviouswinner
References: nicolas-ahouansou.fr & obviouswinner


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February 22, 2017
Click here for complete transcript of video that includes detailed summary of the new allegations.
October 7, 2016
Statement from the University on Conclusion of Women's Basketball and Track and Field NCAA Case
The University of Mississippi is grateful to conclude the women's basketball and track and field case and appreciates the Committee on Infractions' efforts to bring closure to this matter. The University is equally pleased the Committee accepted the proposed and self-imposed penalties without further addition.
Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter said, "We regret the violations of NCAA bylaws in both programs and have taken several steps to prevent future violations. One of my first acts as chancellor was to seek a comprehensive external review of our athletics compliance function. The review was recently completed and has confirmed to me that our compliance systems are robust while offering recommendations for areas where we can and will improve. We are pursuing the implementation of the recommendations, and we believe in our strong athletics leadership team, which shares the values of the NCAA and Ole Miss."
The University continues to work with the NCAA on concluding the case related to the football program. Everyone involved is committed to bringing these issues to a resolution as soon as possible.
To read the NCAA's press release, please click here.
To read the Committee on Infractions' complete report, please click here.
To read the Athletics Compliance External Review report, please click here.
April 29, 2016
Statement from University
The University is aware of the reports from the NFL Draft regarding Laremy Tunsil and potential NCAA violations during his time at Ole Miss. Like we do whenever an allegation is brought to our attention or a potential violation is self-discovered, we will aggressively investigate and fully cooperate with the NCAA and the SEC.
April 21, 2016
Statement from University
One of the other parties to the NCAA Notice of Allegations has requested and received a 30-day extension to respond to the notice. This extension is an often used tool available to all parties, and the Notice of Allegations itself has not changed in any way. Upon the completion of the 30-day extension period, the University will release our full Response to the Notice of Allegations.
January 30, 2016
Statement from Ole Miss Athletics Director Ross Bjork
Outside counsel for the University of Mississippi received a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA – another step in a more than three-year process. Included in the notice are alleged violations of NCAA bylaws in women's basketball in 2012; track and field in 2012-13; and in football, with many of the allegations dating back to the former football staff in 2010 and the withholding and reinstatement process around Laremy Tunsil in fall of 2015.
To be clear, the NCAA has only brought allegations, and as part of the NCAA process, the University and others have 90 days to issue a response. We've been transparent throughout this process, and it is important to note that most of the football allegations are based upon facts that have been publicly disclosed previously in "self-reports" and reinstatement requests or have been reported publicly in connection with another NCAA case.
Out of fairness to the individuals involved and the integrity of the NCAA process, we will not provide further details or comment until everyone has had an opportunity to review the allegations and respond. Once they do so, we will release the official notice and the university's response. In all three sports, I am confident in the leadership of our current head coaches and the manner in which they operate their programs.
October 12, 2015
Press Release
NCAA Decision on Laremy Tunsil Announced All-American Lineman Returns to Action for Rebels Against Texas A&M
OXFORD, Miss. — On Monday afternoon, the University of Mississippi was notified by the NCAA that Laremy Tunsil will be suspended for a total of seven games and will return to competition on October 24.
The University initially withheld Tunsil from competition at the start of the season as both the NCAA and the University examined several alleged improper benefits. During the course of the process, it was determined by the NCAA that Tunsil received impermissible extra benefits that included the use of three separate loaner vehicles over a sixth-month period without payment, a four-month interest-free promissory note on a $3,000 down payment for purchasing a used vehicle, two nights of lodging at a local home, an airline ticket purchased by a friend of a teammate, and one day use of a rental vehicle. In addition, it was determined that Tunsil was not completely forthcoming when initially questioned by NCAA investigators regarding the loaner vehicles. He later corrected his account and since apologized.
As part of his reinstatement conditions, the NCAA imposed a seven-game suspension, ordered Tunsil to pay the value of the extra benefits to a charity, perform community service, and he will also make the vehicle down payment.
Statement from Laremy Tunsil: I take full responsibility for the mistakes I made and want to thank everyone for their continued support. I want to apologize to my teammates, coaches and the entire Ole Miss family for how my choices affected our program. This was a learning experience, and I'm looking forward to being back on the field with my team and redeeming myself. The last 10 months have been a physical and mental battle for me, but I love playing this game more than anything else. I want to be here for my teammates who are depending on me to finish what we started together.
Statement from Hugh Freeze: We have been supportive of Laremy throughout this process, and we are thankful he can return to competition starting with the Texas A&M game. More important than his football ability is his character, and I am confident that Laremy will grow from this experience and continue to be a positive member of the University and our football team.
September 12, 2015
Statement from Coach Freeze and Ross Bjork
We have been preparing as if Laremy Tunsil will not play and that status will continue until the matter is resolved. The team of our university administration, athletics compliance and outside counsel are working daily on this sensitive matter. Although the process is ongoing, the decision to withhold Laremy is not related to any current items involving our football staff, and we have been assured that everyone is aggressively seeking a resolution. We continue to support Laremy in every way. In early July, the University offered (Laremy accepted) separate legal counsel with experience in similar matters, and the University continues to pay for Laremy's counsel, as permitted by NCAA rules.
September 5, 2015
Statement from University
As a precautionary measure, we are withholding Laremy Tunsil from today's game until the pending process can be completed. We are cooperating fully with the NCAA and feel this is the best way to protect Laremy, our football program, and the University.
July 6, 2015
Statement from University
The University of Mississippi Department of Athletics is aware of the allegations made by Laremy Tunsil's stepfather regarding potential NCAA violations involving Laremy. As we do with any allegation, we initiated an internal investigation last week and have offered the NCAA our full cooperation. We take the obligations to the NCAA and SEC very seriously, and we will continue to educate, monitor and enforce all applicable rules. Any other reports are speculation until the process is complete.
October 20, 2012
Press Release
Personnel Changes Announced With Ole Miss Women's Basketball
OXFORD, Miss.– The University of Mississippi announced today that women's basketball head coach Adrian Wiggins will no longer serve as head coach and has been placed on administrative leave while an investigation continues over impermissible recruiting contacts and academic misconduct committed by members of his staff.
These staff members, which include assistant coach Kenya Landers and director of basketball operations Michael Landers, have been terminated effective immediately. Wiggins hired the Landers couple six months ago shortly after he joined Ole Miss as its head women's basketball coach.
The allegations and findings that led the University to this decisive and swift action are now being further examined jointly by the University and the NCAA.
In addition, student-athletes Kay Caples, a transfer from Trinity Valley Community College, and Brandy Broome, a transfer from Pensacola State College, are ineligible to compete at the University after failing to meet NCAA transfer eligibility standards.
"This is a sad day for the University of Mississippi, our profession and most importantly our student-athletes," said Ross Bjork, Ole Miss Director of Athletics. "We are committed to the values of professional integrity and academic honesty found in the University Creed and the vision, purpose and core values we have established since I arrived at Ole Miss. We expect our staff and our student-athletes to promote and uphold our values, and I am extremely disappointed these events have occurred.
"We learned of possible violations in September and immediately began a vigorous investigation. As we discovered troubling facts, we informed the Southeastern Conference and NCAA and began taking steps to remedy the problems. Although there is no current evidence that Coach Wiggins was complicit in or had direct knowledge of this misconduct, as head coach, he is accountable for the actions of those who report to him."
The search begins immediately for an interim head coach for 2012-13, and a national search for a permanent head coach will be conducted at the conclusion of the season.
"At this point, our focus will be to identify an interim head coach to lead this talented team of student-athletes for 2012-13," Bjork said. "We have asked our team to move forward academically, athletically and socially, and we will support our student-athletes and their welfare during this difficult time. As soon as an interim head coach is selected, we will make the appropriate announcement."


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Hand Fabricator (Hand Polisher)
This position is an integral member of the Granite-Tops, Stone Countertop Outlet team, responsible for delivering quality results and service to our customers through quality hand fabrication during the production process. Open to no previous fabrication/polishing experience. Training provided. Full-time. 45-55 hours/week (varies), Mon-Thur. 5am - 4pm, Fridays/OT as required
Duties and responsibilities Fabrication:
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Conference: Beyond the Pages | Recoded City: Co-Creating Urban Futures
9th June 2016, 18:30, Limewharf Machines Room, Limewharf, London, UK
Beyond the Pages are MoA ´live book´ events, they are opportunities for contributors to edited volumes to present projects to an audience, releasing ideas beyond the confines of the printed image or the written word.
Recoded City: Co-creating Urban Futures, co-authored by Thomas Ermacora and Lucy Bullivant, examines the potential of citizen-led collaborative neighbourhood renewal strategies emerging in the interstices of rigid, top-down masterplanning, which has seen identity stamped out of place. Projects from Recoded City will be presented by their authors in short 5 minute presentations, followed by a chaired discussion among panelists and audience.
The projects are examples of architecture and urban design that are socially engaged and motivated by a civic duty to help the 90%, not the privileged 10%. In the Recoded City architects are enablers and facilitators, working with citizens for a better future. The panel will discuss how we can collectively achieve the Recoded City.
Thomas Ermacora (Chair), Editor, Recoded City: Co-Creating Urban Futuresâ
Lucy Bullivant, Editor, Recoded City: Co-Creating Urban Futures
Clementine Blakemore, WORKSHOP architecture
Alastair Parvin, WikiHouse
Petra Havelska and Igor Marko, Marko & Placemakers
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Keel design is constantly evolving and nowhere is this more apparent than in modern racing yachts such as the Imoca Open 60 class. These fast offshore monohulls use highly sophisticated canting keels to help them stay upright when sailing upwind. The boats are designed to be as light as possible while at the same time being solid enough to cope with ocean racing. While cruising yachts are not designed to win ocean races, there are several options of keel design available. Traditional yachts tend to have long deep keels which are an integral part of the hull, which make them heavier than modern designs, but stable and seaworthy. Many modern yachts have fin shaped keel designs, which are bolted beneath the hull. This produces lighter, faster and and more manouevrable yachts than deep keel designs. Below is a summary of all the common keel designs found on types of sailing yachts on the market today. Long keel design Long, deep keels are common on traditional yachts. They form part of the hull structure as opposed to being bolted on to the hull. They provide plenty of strength and stability but are less efficient than modern designs. Fin keel design A fin keel is bolted on to the underside of the hull. Fin keels vary from shallow fin to deep fin. Cruising yachts tend to have shallow, wide fin keels, sometimes with heavy bulbs at the foot to minimise the yacht's draught. Racing yachts tend to have thin and deep keels with heavy bulbs to improve performance. Bilge keel design Twin, or bilge keels enable a yacht to remain upright when dried out at low tide. They have a shallower draught than fin keels, making them suited to cruising in shallow, coastal waters. They do not perform to windward as well as a fin keel and are used for cruising as opposed to racing yachts. Lifting keel design A lifting keel enables a yacht to stay afloat in very shallow water. Lifting keels work in a similar way to a sailing dinghy's centreboard. They are an alternative solution to bilge keels, with the advantage that when lowered they perform as well as a fixed fin keel. Their design is ideal...Read More
Many people dream of owning a yacht and sailing off into the blue yonder. What boating skills should you have before you buy a yacht? Handling a yacht requires a range of boating skills that enables a sailor to sail, navigate and berth a yacht safely. If you are thinking of buying, here are a few questions to consider before you make a purchase. Boating skills questionnaire Am I familiar with how to sail and manoeuvre a sailing yacht? Do I know all about sail controls, winches and reefing systems? Can I sail a boat on all points of sail confidently? Am I ok with rope work and knot tying? Can I do an engine check? Could I spot a potential engine problem before it is too late? Do I know how to prepare a passage plan for a day trip? Can I plot a course to my next port of call? Can I manoeuvre my boat out of a crowded marina with a strong tide running? Do I know the meanings of all the channel markers? What does a North Cardinal mark look like and what does it mean? What is the significance of a buoy with a yellow light? Do I know the collision regs? Do I have a VHF Short Range Certificate (SRC) ? What channel should I be monitoring for the Coastguard? Do I know how to convert a magnetic compass course to true? Can I plot an estimated position if my GPS fails? How are my meteorological skills – do I know how to read a pressure chart? How much chain will I to need to let out when anchoring in 5 metres of depth? A crew member falls seriously ill when I am out at sea, what do I do? What training have I had? Should you be unsure about any of these questions and topics, then it would be wise to get some training to improve your boating skills before you commit to buying. The usual way to do this is to sign up for a liveaboard sailing course. Ideally, it is best to chose a location close to where you plan to sail most. Boat training A good place to start searching for a sailing course...Read More


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The Screen Junkies are back at it. This time they take on this summer's least favorite blockbuster…The Mummy.
No, not the Brendan Fraser version, the new and "improved" Tom Cruise version, who helped to open the Dark Universe for Universal Studios this classic film from way back in 1999.
Where do we start? Besides being a total mess, the film actually manages to talk down to you.


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Washington (UPI) Jul 10, 2017
Two guided-missile ships have arrived at the Ukrainian port city of Odessa July 10 to participate in the Sea Breeze 2017 maritime exercises, the U.S. Navy announced on Monday.
The Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Hue City and the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Carney will play active roles in the exercises, which involve air, naval and land forces from 17 nations.
Sea Breeze 2017 is an annual multinational exercise that focuses on joint training in maritime interdiction, air defense, anti-submarine operations, search and rescue and amphibious warfare.
"This is our first visit to Ukraine and we are excited to see Odessa. Sea Breeze 2017 will kick-off here," Carney's commanding officer, Cmdr. Peter Halvorsen, said in a press release.
"This is a great opportunity to meet Sailors from all over the region and for us to train together. This exercise, which is co-hosted by Ukraine, exemplifies our collective resolve to upholding international law, and to maintaining peace and stability in the Black Sea."
Hue City is part of the USS George H.W. Bush carrier strike group. The Black Sea area of responsibiliy falls under the U.S. 6th Fleet, whose primary mission is maintaining peace and freedom of navigation in the region along with bolstering ties with allied nations. This is the 17th year of the Sea Breeze 2017 exercise.
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NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg pledged support for Ukraine during a visit to Kiev on Monday, as the ex-Soviet republic battles a bloody insurgency by pro-Russian separatists in the east. More than 10,000 people have been killed since a Russian-backed rebellion against the pro-EU government in Kiev erupted in April 2014. Ukraine and the West accuse Moscow of smuggling weapons and troops acro ... read more
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