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E3 2018 is nearly upon us, but it may as well just really take a break until next year. The amount of leaks leading up to this year's event has bordered on outrageous and leaving us thinking exactly what publisher will have left to showcase at their press conferences.
From Assassin's Creed Odyssey to Rage 2 and Sony even spoiling the surprise for everyone by announcing their line-up ahead of time, a lot of the shock factor for E3 2018 might have already dissipated. That isn't to say that we won't see some surprises, of course, including the HD remaster/sequel to The Bouncer that Ash keeps harping on about.
If you don't know where to start when it comes to this year's E3, we've included a handy guide to who's showing what and when over the four days of incessant hype and ruined expectations. Looking for more info on a certain conference? Follow through the link on their names for all the details you need.
E3 2018 Press Conference Schedule
Saturday, June 9
EA: 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 7 PM BST / 6 PM GMT (June 10 at 4 AM for AET)
Sunday, June 10
Microsoft: 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET / 9 PM BST / 8 PM GMT (June 11 at 6 AM for AET)
Bethesda: 6:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM ET (June 11 at 2:30 AM for BST / 1:30 AM for GMT / 11:30 AM for AET)
Devolver Digital: 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET (June 11 at 4 AM for BST / 3 AM for GMT / 1 PM for AET)
Monday, June 11
Square Enix: 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM BST / 5 PM GMT (June 12 at 3 AM for AET)
Ubisoft: 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET / 9 PM BST / 8 PM GMT(June 12 at 6 AM for AET)
PC Gaming Show: 3 PM PT / 6 PM ET / 11 PM BST / 10 PM GMT (June 12 at 8 AM for AET)
Sony: 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET (June 12 at 2 AM for BST / 1 AM for GMT / 11 AM on June 12 for AET)
Tuesday, June 12
Nintendo*: 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM BST (June 12 at 2 AM for AET)
*Nintendo will also be holding Nintendo Treehouse sessions for three days after their presentation.
Which E3 2018 Press Conferences Are We Looking Forward To?
All of them, apart from probably the PC Gaming Show. There's been no pizzaz whatsoever during these conferences in previous years and it's hard to see that changing for E3 2018. All they need is a few "big" game announcements and a quicker pace and the conferences would be far, far better. At the minute, it's just a weird, lifeless showcase of nothing.
As to what we're really looking forward to, Sony is probably the obvious choice with their line-up consisting of closer looks at huge hitters like The Last of Us: Part II and Death Stranding, which also be show off until E3 2020: the year when they will actually be released. There's not much room for surprises, but we can dream anyway.
However, we have to give some attention to Microsoft as dark horses for E3 2018. They dedicated 2017 almost entirely to the Xbox One X, so maybe they have some software to match the impressive hardware. Of all the publishers at E3 this year, theirs has proven to be the least leaky, so either it's not interesting enough to leak or they have all the juicy info locked down like Fort Knox. That being said, you can say goodbye to Crackdown 3 this year — it's been pushed back until 2019.
Square Enix are returning to E3 for the first time in years, so we're interested to see where they go. They have a lot of high-profile games in the offing, including Kingdom Hearts 3, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, The Avengers Project, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and much more. They must really have a lot up their sleeve if they are waking up from their E3 slumber, but those are some somewhat slippery sleeves: Just Cause 4 was already leaked by Walmart Canada and Steam.
However, Devolver's conference is going to be a sight for sore eyes and probably the best fifteen minutes of the whole damn thing. They riffed on the industry heavily last year, so with the loot box/crate controversy still fresh, expect them to go in even harder this year. Plus, they are actually showing off new games this time!
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Manufacturers are adopting more automation and technology into their businesses, but many have a lot of questions about the best facilities to accommodate technology integration. The biggest tip is to look for open architecture. This is the key to integrate a wide range of technology throughout an industrial space and to integrate that technology with other systems, according to Rudy Calderon of Current, a company that works to integrate technology systems in industrial spaces.
Read more: https://www.globest.com/2018/10/04/what-industrial-owners-need-to-know-about-iot/

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RUNGE, TEXAS. Runge is at the junction of State Highway 72 and four farm roads, east of the San Antonio River, three miles west of the DeWitt county line, and nine miles east of Kenedy in southeastern Karnes County. The settlement developed in 1887 in the vicinity of earlier Sulphur Spring, Mineral Spring, and Hortonville and was named after Henry Runge, a pioneer merchant and banker whose company helped develop the town. When Gustav Tips arrived to build a store for H. Runge and Company, the town had a house and a street. The post office at Runge opened in 1887. By 1890 Runge had grown to be the largest town in Karnes County. Among its businesses were a mercantile store, a lumberyard, a livery, a depot, a drugstore, a sheet-metal works, a barbershop, a saloon, a mill, and a gin. By 1895 the community had a population of 750, thirty business, three churches, and a two-story frame school that employed five teachers. The Runge Independent School District built a school for $5,000 in 1892. By 1902 it had 312 students. In 1901 eleven grades were being taught; that year the district rented a home for four dollars a month to be used as a school for Mexican-American children. In 1914 the Runge school for whites taught grades one through eleven and had twelve teachers; the Mexican-American school had three teachers, and the African-American school had two teachers. In 1937 the schools had 651 students and seventeen teachers. A new brick school for white students was constructed in 1917. This building burned in 1930 and was replaced with a new school, completed in November 1930 at a cost of $120,000. A new school was built for Mexican-American children for $2,800 in 1931. All schools were integrated in the mid-1950s, following the United States Supreme Court decision holding segregation to be unconstitutional.
A bandstand, built originally in the 1890s and rebuilt in 1924, occupied the center of the public square, where it remained in 1993. An eight-piece orchestra had been established in 1891. The bandstand was designated an official historic site and given a historical marker in 1970. The coming of a circus or the day of a parade was always an exciting event. To enhance social life, the people formed numerous and social groups, including a Masonic lodge chartered in 1897 and consolidated with the Kenedy lodge in 1982. Much of Runge's growth was concomitant with the life of one of its most active citizens, Gustav (Gus) Tips. Tips moved to Runge in 1887 and established the firm of Reiffert and Tips. In 1905 he purchased a new store and continued merchandising. His firm built the first cotton gin, and he assisted in organizing two banks, the First State Bank and the Runge National Bank, succeeded later by the Community State Bank and the Victoria Bank and Trust. Tips was elected the first mayor of Runge at the time of its incorporation in 1912. Before incorporation the town was managed by the Runge Town Company with Tips as its agent. The city of Runge built a two-story city hall, fire station, and auditorium in 1931. A tornado hit the south part of Runge on May 6, 1930, killing twenty-seven and injuring thirty-four. The Runge Museum, established in 1973, was destroyed in a fire on February 29, 1992. In 1993 the community was active in developing its historical and cultural resources as a part of the area between the Alamo and La Bahía. The economy of Runge has been based on farming, ranching, dairying, oil, and gas. The population has remained relatively stable over the past fifty years, growing from 1,001 in 1940 to 1,244 in 1980 and dropping to 1,139 in 1993. In 2000 the population was 1,080.
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Scientific Name: Mephitis mephitis
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We had our union meeting today and found out that the company have not given in to some things but have to others. For me it is a plus because although they said no to four weeks pay for every year they are giving a one off payment that is more for me than the extra week would have been. They agreed to back date the deferred pay raise for the whole of this year and also not to make us pay back any holidays we have booked over our pro rata allowance as long as we booked it before the announcement. Another plus for me because I was over my allowance but booked it in January.
My leaving date will be 17 August but my two weeks holiday starts on 6 August so that will be my leaving date. For me it's all good news although for some who have been there longer not so much. We have to vote on it but I think the majority will accept. Fingers crossed as I don't want to have to go on strike.
Despite all the hoo ha and the uncertainty I have had a good day under calories and walking for 70 minutes so all I need to do now is stick to it and keep logging.


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INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers are hiring the NBA's first female assistant general manager in the league's history.
The team will hire Kelly Krauskopf, the former general manager of the Indiana Fever, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Krauskopf was the Fever's general manager for 17 years, until 2017.
Krauskopf will work with fellow Pacers executives, including President of Basketball Operations Kevin Pritchard, general manager Chad Buchanan and assistant GM Peter Dinwiddie, Wojnarowski reported.
Under Krauskopf, the Fever won the 2013 WNBA title, and advanced to three Finals appearances since 2009.
She will join the following women in front office NBA roles:
- Becky Bonner (Orlando)
- Amanda Green (Oklahoma City)
- Teresa Resch (Toronto)
- Michelle Leftwich (Atlanta)
- Ariana Andonian (Houston)
- Natalie Jay (Brooklyn)
While Krauskopf will officially be the league's first female assistant general manager, some give that title credit to Nancy Leonard — 30 years ago.
In a 2016 ESPNW interview, Leonard said she was the Pacers' assistant general manager, while her husband Bobby "Slick" Leonard was the general manager.
"But everybody knew that I would be responsible for the administrative part and Bob was responsible for the rest," she said at the time.
Nancy has been credited with helping keep the Pacers in Indianapolis through a telethon to sell season tickets.


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GEMBALLA is the latest team to enter the realm of racing. As GEMBALLA celebrates its 30th anniversary, it aims to set another milestone. For the 2012 motorsport season, the new team will enter two McLaren MP4-12C GT3 cars. Sascha Bert was hired by Steffen Korbach, the team owner and GEMBALLA investor, to oversee the new motorsport venture. Bert is famous for being a terrific racing instructor and driver.
He used to be a former German kart champion, Formula 3 and FIA GT driver, and he has experienced being on the winners' podium at the Nürburgring VLN 24-hour race. Korbach described Bert of being an "absolute pro" and of being capable to manage its new racing team.
For the last 30 years, GEMBALLA has earned a reputation of having high performance, reliability and outstanding qualities. GEMBALLA aims to commemorate the launch of the McLaren F1 GTR at the 24-hours of Le Mans 17 years ago and will rely on McLaren's competition pedigree.
The McLaren MP4-12C GT3 features world-class technology. The GT3 racecar is based on the MP4-12C supercar and it is powered by a 3.8-litre, twin-turbo V8 engine. It is also equipped with a bespoke racing gearbox, carbon safety cell, race front splitter, large fixed rear wing, optimized air vents at the front and a racing diffuser at the rear.
The latest from McLaren, the MP4-12C GT3, will offer a suspension arrangement that has been specifically modified for racing with a distinct calibration of its engine. It will also have the bespoke racing transmission that was made in collaboration with Ricardo, the same one who developed McLaren's engine. Much like how the 12C road car was developed, the company worked with a number of specialist suppliers in order to come out with a car that was lightweight and innovative.
While the MP4-12C GT3 is equipped with the same engine as the 12C, which is the twin turbo 3.8-liter 'M838T' V8 engine, it has been detuned from 600 PS to 500 PS. With this, the MP4-12C GT3 is able to get optimum power from the engine. Indeed, this new offering is a race car that is performance-balanced. McLaren GT also utilized the TAG-400 Engine Control Unit for the new model. This data logger and self-contained compact engine management system is conceptualized and created by McLaren Electronic Systems. Components used were purchased from a supplier who had previously worked with other companies involved in Formula 1.
What this simply shows is that the McLaren GT has truly achieved its goal of having a GT3 car whose reliability and quality are unmatched. According to Mark Williams, while the McLaren GT is indeed smaller compared to McLaren Racing, it continues to apply methods learned in Formula 1 for each possible area. He added that for a number of years now, the company has partnered with Akebono for Formula 1 and he is more than happy to have for McLaren GT a reliable and committed partner.
Not only will Akebono be the one to supply its brake calipers, it had also developed the MP4-12C GT3's bespoke brake pad. In addition, the company made sure that experts coming from McLaren Racing would be able to work hand-in-hand with Michelin in order to make the correct tyre model. Since having strong relationships is just as crucial for suppliers, Williams continued by stating that he is sure both Ricardo and Mobil 1 will learn a lot by working as partners especially on the innovative lubricants to be used for the new transmission.
Going back to the MP4-12C GT3, Williams continued by saying that since racing tyres for the GT3 come with a tyre grip balance, it was important the vehicle's center of gravity was moved a bit forward. However the only way to do this would be to have lower weight at its rear portion.
Because of this, Ricardo chose the race-specific sequential shift 6-speed gearbox. The reason is that when compared to the 7-speed Seamless Shift gearbox generally used by road cars, it is lighter by 80 kilograms. McLaren GT did not stop there. Instead, Williams issued a challenge to Ricardo to find a way to lower the vehicle's weight even further. This meant the MP4-12C GT3 would need to have a customized casing design. Of course, he continued, this is merely an example of how McLaren GT continues to find ways to lower the weight and at the same time improve the efficiency.


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Some 20,000 thousand police offers and military troops are to be deployed in Rio De Janeiro to bolster security for the fast-approaching World Cup.
The decision to beef up the security was prompted by the recent protests that have swept through the country.
On top of the additional personnel, forces will have extra patrol cars, helicopters and boats at their disposal.
Anderson Bichara, the central command coordinator for the Rio De Janeiro security delegation, said: "The protests are a part of democracy, of expressing ideas and trying to change the current situation. But we have noticed that protests can also become violent, there may be some excesses."
Brazil was hit by some of the country's biggest ever protests last year when a rise in public transport costs was met by mass discontent and often violent clashes with police, who were later criticised for their brutality.
The additional security forces in Rio will start patrolling city streets on Friday.
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Hey guys I have been suffering from non guitar related hand issues. Back playing my Axis and still hurting. Chording issues in the fat of the thumb cramping and pain. I can keep moving chording around, but it is getting too sore.
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This is the second in a series of blogs looking at the alarming problem Kenya faces with drug use among its school children. In our last blog we discussed a government survey which reported that 33% of school children use two or more recreational drugs.
Government officials place a good deal of the blame on parents who have a very lax attitude about their kids taking drugs. How can they do that? There is a reason why we are parents and they are children. They need firm guidance. As reported in www.standardmedia.co.ke.
I will be the first to acknowledge the difficulty in policing your child's every move. Whether the children are at home, or in school or transiting between the two, it is never easy to keep tabs on what exactly they are doing and in what company.
Unfortunately, parents have come to accept a lot of grey areas in their parenting and this is where the children get loopholes to exploit.
Wouldn't you agree that as parents, we have a big role as far as the fight against drug abuse among students? Online drug classes and online alcohol classes are great here in the USA where so many people have access to high-speed Internet. In Kenya, there needs to be more parental involvement in leading the battle. We will continue to address this issue in our next blog.
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As all of the loyal readers of the onlinedrugclass.com blog, know drug use and abuse by youth is a global problem. Today we will look at the increasing problem of drugs by Kenyan school children.
The good news is there is someone who is looking to help the situation. National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse ( Nacada) chairman John Mututho has demonstrated great passion in the war against drug and substance abuse. As reported in www.standardmedia.co.ke.
According to the latest countrywide survey done in 2012 by the anti-drug agency called the Rapid Assessment Drug and Substance Abuse in Kenya, one in three students reported using one or more drugs. Even in today's drug-infused society that number is terrifying – 33%!
The survey indicates that alcohol was the most commonly abused substance, with 36.3% of students reporting a lifetime use. Miraa (is a freash leaf that is chewed and has an effect like cocaine) comes second with usage reported among 31.5% of students, cigarettes were used by 20.2%, bhang (cannabis) by 9.8%, heroin (3.1%), inhalants 2.7%, amphetamines/mandrax (2.6%) and cocaine was used by 2.2%. But even with these stark statistics, some experts warn parents are taking little or no notice of this.
This is the first in a series of blogs that will look at the Kenyan problem with drugs. If you know anything about this topic, please feel free to chime in.
"Some of us are catalysts of these behaviors. We have increasingly adopted a laissez-faire parenting method where we think our children are old enough to make the correct life changing decisions. There is a reason why we are parents and they are children. They need firm guidance," says counselor Eunice Kiragu. In this day, however, some parents acknowledge the difficulty in policing your child's every move. Whether the children are at home, or in school or transiting between the two, it is never easy to keep tabs on what exactly they are doing and in what company. "Parents have come to accept a lot of grey areas in their parenting… and this is where the children get loopholes to exploit," Ms Kiragu says. Mary Wanja is a mother of three. She says she tries her best to give the best guidance to her children but she can never be sure if it is enough. "It becomes hard as a parent to monitor your children especially if they are grown up and into their teenage years. However, as a parent with two teenage boys in high school, I try my best to monitor their progress and ensure they do not end up into habits such as abusing drugs and alcohol," she says. "I do not give them huge amounts of money. I only give what I feel is enough for them to sustain them till when I will be able to visit them in school as a way of ensuring that they do not easily access illegal substances. As parents, we have a big role as far as the fight against drug abuse among students is concerned," she adds. Many boarding schools end up setting the amount of money a parent can leave behind as pocket money; a number of them requiring a minimum deposit of Sh1,000. Money factor Today a child can access several illicit drugs for a fraction of that amount. For instance for the price of a loaf of bread, a cheeky student can get two glasses of chang'aa. With Sh40, another can get two rolls of bhang. For Sh300, another can access a "hit" of poor quality cocaine. Is money really the issue? Nacada says a lot more than pocket money contributes to this problem including the schools' set up and rules and regulations. Some schools are not strict enough while others are located in environments that enable drug abuse such as near bars. Loice Noo Okello, a psychiatrist, believes the problem of underage drug abuse goes deeper than school policies. "The fundamental thing is to address the psychological pressures the student is undergoing. Seldom would you find a student waking up and downing a whole bottle of alcohol just for fun. In almost all cases there is an underlying psychological issue," she says. These may include abuse, stress over school performance or the experiencing of a traumatic life episode. "For instance, children who have undergone some form of sexual abuse are more likely to develop a drugs-related disorder," Ms Okello says. Despite the recognition of devastating effects of drugs and alcohol on students, many schools have not instituted measures to prevent the onset of alcohol and drug consumption in schools. But homes and communities where students come from have not been supportive either. Although most schools conduct searches on opening day, most students still beat the system.
They are introduced to drugs and alcohol through many ways including peer pressure, the desire to experiment, cheap and accessible drugs and alcohol, the environment both at home and school, poor role models from parents among other factors. "We have encountered different cases of students smuggling drugs into schools. It is not something new. It does happen," says William Ntakuka, Program Officer at SCAD, a non-profit organization working to help young people achieve their potential through reducing substance abuse. "Nowadays, students have devised many sophisticated ways to smuggle drugs into schools and even in other places. They hide them in places where neither teachers nor parents can suspect," says Ntakuka. "Students conceal alcohol and drugs in drinks, powdered milk and even detergents. Some students mix alcohol in juices by extracting some part of the juice from the bottle and pour in the alcohol such that there is a higher percentage of alcohol in the bottle. Some drugs even pass as sweets or chewing gum, some are put in the back side of the actual toothpaste and the tube carefully sealed back into its normal shape and in sanitary towels. Some students go as far as creating a hole in bar soaps and hiding the drugs in there," explains Ntakuka.
Highly addictive drugs such as heroine and cocaine also make their way past school authorities to the students via school staff. Investigations by The Standard on Sunday reveal that some drugs such as cocaine and bhang are stocked in margarine containers and inside torches aimed at the student market. Alcohol is also smuggled in bottles of liquid detergents. All is not, however, lost. Gidraph Wairire, a senior lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Social Work at the University of Nairobi says to curb this menace, sources of these drugs must be identified and dealt with. "They may be coming in from the students, touts, hawkers or the surrounding shop outlets," says Wairire. Wameyo should however count himself among the lucky parents who got to know of their children's condition in good time. Others never get a chance to talk to their children and understand what drove them to drug abuse.
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As a counselor for both in-class and online drug classes I need to be an expert on all chemical substances that people use for recreational purposes. One drug that is not at all common here, but quite common in places like Africa is miraa.
Have you ever heard of miraa? Do you know that it is estimated that 25% of Kenyan teenagers use this drug? As reported in www.news24.co.ke.
What is Miraa?
According to Wikipedia and NACADA Miraa is a plant whose fresh leaves and soft twigs are chewed to release a juice containing cathinone and cathine, the active chemicals that alter the mood of the abuser. Consumers also refer to miraa using less familiar names such as Khat, Veve, Muguka, Goks, Gomba, Mbachu, Mairungi, Alele, Giza or Halwa.
Chewing miraa causes serious problems to your body especially in the longer term. Miraa is a prohibited substance in some countries and in international sports. You are automatically disqualified from participating in international tournaments such as the Olympic Games and World Cup Football if detected to have used miraa.
Effects on your health
Miraa has notable effects on your health key among the-;
Effects on your reproduction
The sperms ooze out uncontrollably, a condition known as spermatorrhoea. In extreme cases, men are forced to wear nappies or several underpants. In women, the dehydrating effect of miraa dries the lining of the reproductive tract leading to pain during sexual intercourse and blistering.
The micro-injuries can cause reproductive tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases.Chewing miraa during pregnancy decreases blood flow to uterus, disrupting flow of nutrients from your bloodstream to the unborn baby.
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As Colorado and its citizens deal with the ramifications of legal marijuana there is one issue that they need to address quite quickly – edible marijuana. Most people think of "pot smokers" as the drug is most-commonly ingested through smoke.
One thing that stands out in Colorado at present is the huge market for marijuana edibles. Store owners did not anticipate this craze and cannot keep their shelves stocked with marijuana-infused food products. As reported in upload.wikimedia.org.
It is not just marijuana browning. Colorado's retail stores legally sell everything from baked goods like cookies, brownies, cupcakes and (all varieties from whole wheat to sour dough) but all forms of candy, peanut butter, jelly, butter, condiments and even soda.
Edible marijuana products currently make up almost 50% of the sales of recreational marijuana. As I am sure you know, the drug was legalized for recreational purposes beginning on January 1st of this year.
Keeping marijuana stores supplied with edibles is not the primary concern that Coloradans need to address right away. The pressing issue is underage consumption of these edibles. Each day emergency rooms across the state see numerous cases where children, including infants, are suffering after eating marijuana-infused products.
One of the most widely abused products among children is mints.
So what is the state to do? So far they are doing nothing. I foresee huge warning labels on each product that contains marijuana – perhaps similar to the danger warnings on tobacco products.
Do you have any suggestions?
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It has been well-documented that our current president, Barack Hussein Obama was a pot smoker. He is the latest of three straight presidents who admit using illicit drugs.
President Bill Clinton admitted to smoking marijuana, however, he insists that he did not inhale the smoke and therefore never became high. President George Bush (the son not the father) has a well-known history of drug issues, most notably an addiction to cocaine. Bush has dedicated his life to sobriety and as a result worked his way up to the most powerful position in the world. As reported in www.examiner.com.
Now back to our current president. Obama suggested that he has skepticism about lawmakers making laws that allow harsh penalties for doing something when in reality many of them have done the same thing themselves. An excellent example of this type of hypocrisy is Rep. Trey Radel (R-Fla) who was busted in Washington, D.C. for purchasing cocaine from an undercover agent and received probation and is still a congressman.
President Obama and Attorney General Eric Holder have recently made changes to the sentencing disparities involved with crack cocaine. The Obama Administration is now focusing on the disparities of the number of poor kids locked up as compared to middle-class kids that are not locked up for doing the same thing.
Marijuana is currently classified by the Drug Enforcement Administration as a Schedule 1 substance, which the DEA considers "the most dangerous class of drugs with a high potential for abuse and potentially severe psychological and/or physical dependence." Other Schedule 1 drugs include heroin, ecstasy and LSD.
The Obama Administration has no intentions of hindering the recent marijuana laws passed in Colorado and Washington State. With this lax approach in enforcing the federal laws regarding marijuana, it's only a matter of time before more states follow suit. Do you think we are setting a dangerous precedent? Does Obama need to take a drug class himself?
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You would have to be deaf, dumb and blind not to have heard about teen heart-throb Justin Bieber's most recent run-ins with the law. In the past two weeks police have searched Bieber's mansion in Calabasas California searching for evidence of a felony, he has been arrested for driving under the influence, and he turned himself in to Canadian authorities looking to prosecute him on charges he beat a limo driver repeatedly over the back of the head.
Would you say that young Mr. Bieber is heading down the road to perdition? As reported in www.bet.com.
Now it may affect his plans this Valentine's Day!
The pop star's arraignment date for charges of DUI, resisting arrest and driving on a suspended license is scheduled for Valentine's Day. However, he may not be required to attend the court date.
The 19-year-old Bieber was arrested with friend and fellow 19-year-old recording artist Khalil Sharieff back in January. Next month's court appearance will allow for prosecutors to officially file charges against the Canadian crooner.
He was arrested of driving intoxicated after leaving a Miami nightclub and later drag racing with Sharieff. Bieber worsened his situation by admitted to smoking weed, drinking and taking prescription meds.
Adding a little intrigue to the situation was the police report that revealed that Bieber's intoxication level was well below the legal limit and Sharieff had no alcohol in his system.
Time will tell how all this will pan out. In the meantime I would suggest Bieber take a comprehensive 24 hour alcohol and drug class.
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As difficult as it may be to believe, especially if you have teenagers living at home, a recent report actually shows that fewer teens are abusing prescription medication and smoking cigarettes than they were five years ago.
According to a report released in January by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration fewer teens are smoking tobacco cigarettes and fewer are using prescription medications – especially painkillers.
In one of the milestone statistics, smoking tobacco among teens has dropped from 9.2% in 2008 to 6.6% in 2012. Of course this says nothing as to how many are smoking marijuana, which most experts has doubled in the past 10 years. As a counselor for both in-class and online drug classes I am surprised that this study showed a decrease in both teens and young adults usage of prescription painkillers. The rate for teens has dropped from 9.2% to 8.7%, while use among young adults has decreased from 12% to 9.8%.
The marijuana use increase might be best illustrated by the fact the rate for teens use of illicit drugs has remained the same at 9.5%.
How these numbers figure into depression is beyond me as depression has increased from 2008 to 2012 among teens, rising to 9.1% from 8.3%.
With respect to substance abuse treatment, more teens are in substance abuse treatment in 2012, 1.25 million, as compared to 1.19 million back in 2008.
What are your thoughts on these stats? My belief is that we still have a long road ahead to battle drug use and abuse among our youth.
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I am sure you have heard enough about Justin Bieber by now. If so, you need not read any further. However, if you are like the millions of Americans who cannot get enough celebrity gossip, read on my friend.
This blog discusses the female company ion who was riding in the Lamborghini with the 19-year-old pop sensation when he was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs – marijuana and prescription medications – back in January. As reported in hollywoodlife.com.
Supposedly, Bieber it on the line with his "friend, Chantel Jeffries, that the 21-year-old model keep her mouth shut and not talk to the media about his arrest. He also promised she would be rewarded in the long-run if she kept the story of their wild night in Miami under wraps. Is it surprising that so far the little playboy always gets his.
Justin is promising his lady a life of fame and leisure as long as she doesn't snitch to the press about the details of his Jan. 23 arrest. I find that a little ironic since all the little turkey seems to do these days is find ways to garner himself negative publicity.
His claim that her fame will rise by keeping her mouth shut is completely off the mark. She should strike while the iron is red-hot and spill it all now.
Does all of this bead behavior have anything to do with Bieber's breakup with fellow teen pop sensation Selena Gomez? His life has certainly spiraled downhill since his breakup with Gomez, who so far has a clean reputation.
I would like to offer Mr. Bieber an excellent online substance abuse progrm for drugs and alcohol. Perhaps Ms. Jeffries might benefit too.
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There is no denying that Philip Seymour Hoffman was an immensely talented actor. From the stage to the big screen, Hoffman delighted fans from of all ages enjoyed his work. Hoffman was also one of the most popular actors in the game among his colleagues.
Unfortunately, Hollywood has lost another one of its great talents to drug addiction. Hoffman, who admitted to battling heroin addiction in his youth, had been sober for more than 25 years before taking up the drug again in 2013. He entered rehab in May, 2013, and on February 2nd, his life ended due to a heroin overdose. As reported in gma.yahoo.com.
Investigators found roughly 50 bags of heroin and used syringes in Hoffman'sWest Village apartment. The Oscar-winning actor was found inside his New York apartment dead at the age of 46.
He was found by his friend and screenwriter David Bar Katz who checked on the actor after he failed to pick up his three children. He was last seen at 8 p.m. Saturday night.
Investigators found 50 bags of heroin along with used syringes in Hoffman's apartment along with drug paraphernalia and prescription drugs.
Hoffman was known as an actor's actor, a performer who embraced the acting craft while shirking much of the celebrity surrounding his success. His early career was marked by supporting roles – snotty student George Willis, Jr. in "Scent of a Woman"; brown-nosing assistant Brant in "The Big Lebowski"; smarmy boom operator Scotty in "Boogie Nights."
His success in "Boogie Nights," directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, served as his breakout, and from there he continued to churn out powerful performances. In "Magnolia," Hoffman shined as Phil, a nurse caring for a dying patient. "The Talented Mr. Ripley" showcased Hoffman's scene-stealing abilities alongside Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jude Law.
Hoffman didn't look like an A-list star. Too doughy and too normal-looking were used to describe him. Those looks allowed him to slink into his roles, to bring unique, genuine touch to his characters.
By 2005, the actor's actor became a leading man. His performance in "Capote" – which detailed Truman Capote's experience penning the book "In Cold Blood" – earned Hoffman the Best Actor Academy Award and the Golden Globe Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture Drama.
Three additional Best Supporting Actor Oscar nominations followed – for "The Master," "Doubt," and "Charlie Wilson's War."
Hoffman battled addiction as well – receiving treatment for drug and alcohol addiction in his early 20s, not long after graduating from New York University.
Hoffman said he was lucky he got sober before becoming famous and had the money to feed his addiction.
The actor said he kicked the habit for 23 years and remained sober until May 2013, when he briefly relapsed – after admitting to snorting heroin – and returned to rehab, spending 10 days in a detox program.
Beyond movies, Hoffman also shined on Broadway, receiving two Tony nominations for Best Actor in 2000 for a revival of Sam Shepard's "True West" and again in 2003 for a revival of Eugene O'Neill's "Long Day's Journey into Night."
In 2012, Hoffman starred as Willy Loman in the Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," receiving rave reviews from critics and his third Tony Award nomination as Best Leading Actor in a Play.
Hoffman's passing comes amid a flurry of new and upcoming projects. He appears in the 2014 movies "God's Pocket" and "A Most Wanted Man," along with "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay" Part 1 and 2, scheduled for release in the coming years.
He was also slated to star in the Showtime series, "Happyish."
Hoffman is survived by his girlfriend, costume designer Mimi O'Donnell, their son, Cooper, 10 and two daughters, Tallulah, 7, and Willa, 5.
This is yet another tragic end for one of Hollywood's brightest talents. I hope his death serves as a beacon for those suffering from drug addiction issues.
addiction | celebrity drug abuse | celebrity overdose | Drug fatality
The pundits have had a field day discussing marijuana in relationship to this year's Super Bowl. The primary reason is that these are the only two teams in the National Football League who play their home games in a state where marijuana is legal for recreational purposes.
If you have been on another planet recently, you might not have heard that beginning last month weed is now legal in both Washington and Colorado.
This year's epic game will pit the Denver Broncos against the Seattle Seahawks. It should be an interesting battle between the NFL's best offense, Denver, and its best defense, Seattle.
A side bar to this is that the NFL has made mention that it would consider allowing players to use medicinal marijuana. How do you feel about this?
It has been estimated that as many as 60%, yes you read that right, of current NFL players already dose up with cannabis on a regular basis. It is quite surprising that few are busted for the drug. Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner was caught and has been suspended indefinitely since December.
So, how about the fans? How of many of them plan to get high on Super Bowl Sunday? According to a survey in the Denver Post, not many. According to the survey, only 2% of Broncos fans plan to smoke pot during the game, with another six percent both drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana. A whopping 56% claimed they will stay sober.
Those stats sound like funny math to me. What do you think?
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Parents can access student information
In order to improve parent access in PowerSchool, Falls City Public Schools is now adding parent single sign on to PowerSchool. This means that if parents have more than one student in FCPS, they will now be able to log in once and choose which of their children's accounts they want to access. In order to use single parent sign on, parents must have the letter from each child's school with the child's access code on it.
If you have any problems or questions, please contact firstname.lastname@example.com. Please include the child's/children's name/s and which school they attend in the e-mail.
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Captain America Avengers Infinity War Figure
Today we are sharing Sylvia's new Captain America Infinity War Action figure from Hasbro. The Avengers Infinity War movie comes out today and my daughter is super excited as is my husband John.
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The Captain America Action figure is part of a collection of Action figures which are 6 inch in size. The Captain America figure comes with a shield accessory and an attachable Infinity stone for role playing the battle action.
Inspired by Avengers the movie, this action figure is available for around £9 at a number of toys stores and is also available on Amazon.
Marvel Avengers: Infinity War Captain America with Infinity Stone
Suited in his iconic stars and stripes, Steve Rogers defends justice as Captain America. The action figure has moveable arms and legs and the shield and Infinity stone can be attached to his arm.
Each Avengers Infinity War action figure is 6 inches and each comes with a different infinity stone. You can join the quest to find infinity stones as you role play with this action figure. My daughter loves her dolls but she does also love her Super Heroes and Sylvia was really pleased to get a Captain America figure. Which character from the Avengers movie would you choose?
*We were sent this product as part of the Hasbro toy testing team*
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Magnitude 3.5 earthquake shakes San Francisco Bay Area, centered near Oakland
An earthquake with preliminary magnitude of 3.8 rattled the San Francisco Bay Area Monday night. The quake was later downgraded to a 3.5.
The rolling quake was centered about 2 miles east of Oakland, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). It struck at 7:18 p.m. There were no reports of damage or injuries.
ALSO READ: Quake shakes Giants game, fans go to bat with jokes
People from San Jose to Santa Rosa said they felt the East Bay-centered quake, according to the USGS Community Internet Intensity Map. Those near the epicenter described the shaking as "light" to "weak."
"Our house shook," said Madeline Edwards, a longtime resident of San Francisco's Sunset District.
"I'm so excited," said Zachariah Costas from his home in Corona Heights. The Google engineer, originally from Philadelphia, said he slept through the last minor quake to rock the region — a 4.5-magnitude quake centered in Berkeley — in January.
That quake struck on Jan. 4 in the middle of the night, and it shook with enough force to jolt some locals from their slumbers.
The earthquake briefly interrupted the San Francisco Giants game Monday night. NBC cameras picked up the shaking moments before the Giants' Chris Stratton threw a pitch.
Glen Park resident Roberta Guise was watching the Golden State Warriors play the Houston Rockets in Game 1 of the NBA Finals when she felt a "single thump."
"I thought the sofa had settled," she said. "Apparently not."
BAY AREA QUAKE: Will there be aftershocks and how big will they be?
Anh Le, of San Francisco, said he was using the restroom in his North Beach apartment when "the entire bathroom floor shook and rumbled," and filled with the sounds of "shaking vibrations."
"Ah, the experience and pleasures of feeling the kinetic movements and vibrations of living near the Hayward and San Andreas Faults," Le mused.
Just before 7:30 p.m., BART reported a 10-minute systemwide delay due to the earthquake.
The City of Oakland issued an AC Alert more than an hour after the earthquake subsided. No damage or injuries were reported to the city. Officials warned residents to remain alert to possible aftershocks.
Aftershocks can occur following a quake of magnitude 3.5. They are generally considered to be within a "fault length" of the original quake, meaning aftershocks could occur within 20 miles for a 20-mile-long fault. The Hayward Fault is more than 70 miles long.
Click through the above slideshow for social media reactions to the earthquake.
Michelle Robertson is an SFGATE staff writer. Email her at email@example.com or find her on Twitter at @mrobertsonsf.


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Stocks Mixed, Fed Changes Policy – September 25, 2017
Domestic indexes were mixed last week, as the Dow gained 0.36%, the S&P 500 eked out a 0.08% increase, and the NASDAQ lost 0.33%.1http://performance.morningstar.com/Performance/index-c/performance-return.action?t=!DJI®ion=usa&culture=en-US http://performance.morningstar.com/Performance/index-c/performance-return.action?t=SPX®ion=usa&culture=en-US jQuery("#footnote_plugin_tooltip_1").tooltip({ tip: "#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_1", tipClass: "footnote_tooltip", effect: "fade", fadeOutSpeed: 100, predelay: 400, position: "top right", relative: true, offset: [10, 10] });">http://performance.morningstar.com/Performance/index-c/performance-return.action?t=@CCO)) International stocks in the MSCI EAFE added a solid 0.68%.2https://www.msci.com/end-of-day-data-search
Three stories that have dominated conversations and driven investor attention in 2017 continued last week:
- Healthcare policy: The Senate's continuing discussion of healthcare reform impacted stock performance in connected industries.
- Tension with North Korea: The markets responded quietly to continuing conflict between President Trump and Kim Jong Un, although some investments saw a bump later in the week.3https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-fed/fed-keeps-u-s-rates-steady-to-start-portfolio-drawdown-in-october-idUSKCN1BV0GJ
- Interest rate updates: While the Fed chose not to raise interest rates in its most recent meeting, it indicated that a December hike is definitely still on the table.4https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-fed/fed-keeps-u-s-rates-steady-to-start-portfolio-drawdown-in-october-idUSKCN1BV0GJ
When announcing its latest interest rate perspectives, the Federal Reserve also indicated that it would begin to reduce its balance sheet next month.5https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-fed/fed-keeps-u-s-rates-steady-to-start-portfolio-drawdown-in-october-idUSKCN1BV0GJ
But, what does that really mean—and why does the Fed have a $4.2 trillion balance sheet, anyway?
A Look Back on Quantitative Easing
During the financial crisis and recession, the Fed took an unprecedented and controversial approach to stabilizing our economy and the world's markets. By buying trillions of dollars of Treasury and mortgage bonds between 2008 and 2014, it aimed to encourage hiring, economic growth, and investing. This action is commonly known as Quantitative Easing (QE).6http://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/rngs/USA-FED/010050VD1YM/index.html
Through the three rounds of QE, the Fed added trillions of dollars of new money to the financial markets. Since QE first began almost a decade ago, we have seen unemployment reach a 16-year low and the S&P 500 more than triple from its bottom in 2009. Although economic growth is still slower than before the recession, the Fed believes the economy is now strong enough to handle more normal monetary policy.7https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-09-20/can-the-fed-unwind-without-unnverving-markets-quicktake-q-a http://fingfx.thomsonreuters.com/gfx/rngs/USA-FED/010050VD1YM/index.html
In October, the Fed will start the gradual process of lowering its balance sheet—currently equal to about a quarter of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Thus far, investors have had a mild response to this plan. As the Fed begins slowly allowing billions of dollars of bonds to roll off, we will closely monitor the economic impact.8https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-09-20/can-the-fed-unwind-without-unnverving-markets-quicktake-q-a
We know that monetary policy can seem like an incredibly complex topic—and, frankly, it is. However, we think you deserve to understand the large forces at play in your financial life. If you have any questions about the Fed's latest announcement, or any other financial details, we're always here to talk.
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CEO, Managing Director
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Tuesday: New Home Sales, Consumer Confidence
Wednesday: Durable Goods Orders
Thursday: GDP
Friday: Personal Income and Outlays, Consumer Sentiment
Notes: All index returns exclude reinvested dividends, and the 5-year and 10-year returns are annualized. Sources: Yahoo! Finance, S&P Dow Jones Indices and Treasury.gov. International performance is represented by the MSCI EAFE Index. Corporate bond performance is represented by the SPUSCIG. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Indices are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly.
"Never mind what others do; do better than yourself, beat your own record from day to day, and you are a success." – William J. H. Boetcker
Salty (and Other) Caramel Apples
Serves 8
- 8 whole apples, more if using small apples
- 4 11-oz packages of caramel melts
- 2 TBSP heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Dash of salt
- Toppings: mini chocolate candies (like M&Ms), crushed pretzels, kosher salt, chocolate chips, coconut, crushed pecans, crushed salted cracker (like Saltines)
- Chopsticks
- Melt cream and caramels together in a double boiler (or glass bowl set on top of a simmering saucepot of water).
- Add salt and vanilla to melted caramel mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Turn apples upside down, and insert a chopstick into the bottom of each apple.
- Dip each apple into the melted caramel mixture, completely covering the apple up to the chopstick's base.
- Let excess caramel drip off of apple before rolling the caramel apple into whatever toppings you want to use (make sure you do this step carefully and quickly, before the caramel cools).
- Repeat process for each apple, placing coated apples on wax paper.
- Cool apples in refrigerator, and cover them in plastic wrap or cellophane.
Recipe adapted from The Pioneer Woman9http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/salted-and-other-caramel-apples/
Managing Taxes During a Divorce or Separation
When couples decide to divorce or separate, they likely must address various financial details related to their partnership. Depending on how complex a couple's finances are, carefully unwinding the tax intricacies may require a number of steps. If you are experiencing a divorce or separation, we understand how challenging these times can be. To help guide you, we've compiled some guidance on how to manage your taxes during the process:
- Make any name changes: If you are changing your name, you need to update your personal information with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The name you list when submitting taxes to the IRS must match the information the SSA has on file. Find more info on the SSA website.
- Report any alimony you receive: Spouses that receive alimony must report this income to the IRS for the year they received the money. Also, be aware that alimony does not have tax withholding and may affect how much you owe in taxes when you file.
- Claim child support correctly: Former spouses or partners that make child support payments cannot include these amounts in their alimony deductions.
Other details may apply, and you can find more information on the IRS website.
* This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax advice. We suggest that you discuss your specific tax issues with a qualified tax advisor.
Tip courtesy of IRS.gov10https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/divorce-or-separation-may-affect-taxes
Square Your Putterface
Accurately aligning your putter is critical if you want to consistently sink your shot. However, even if you read the line perfectly, you can end up seriously missing the hole if you open or close your putter's face at impact.
To identify whether you are accidentally shifting your putter, practice putting two balls at the same time:
- Place two balls next to each other on a green.
- Square your club behind both balls.
- Try striking the balls at precisely the same time.
- Note how the balls move:
- Outside balls that roll farther mean you closed your face at impact.
- Inside balls that roll farther mean you opened the face.
- Balls that move the same distance mean you hit them squarely.
Continue practicing the above exercise until you can successfully square your putterface.
Tip courtesy of Golf Digest11https://www.golfdigest.com/story/start-every-putt-on-a-great-line
Know These Common Aging Ailments
As we age, our bodies no longer function as well as they may have when we were younger. While everyone ages differently, some common ailments exist as we grow older. Before you worry that you have a pain no one else experiences, explore these typical ailments that occur in older age.
- Lower Back Pain: Back pain is common no matter one's age. But if you have more lower back pain in your older age, you may be experiencing the effects of arthritis. A visit to your doctor can help you identify the cause and physical therapy that can help improve the pain.
- Osteoarthritis: One-third of adults over 60 years old suffer from osteoarthritis, which occurs when the protective cartilage between your bones degenerates, creating joint pain. To help combat the condition and minimize pain, be sure to stay active and strengthen muscles around the joints.
- Carpal Tunnel: This condition can peak between your 40s and 60s, and sometimes may require surgery, depending on its severity. Whether hereditary or brought on by arthritis or another cause, this ailment occurs when the nerve from your arm to your wrist becomes squeezed or pressed. You can lessen pain with short-term use of painkillers and also consult your doctor for recommended treatments.
Tips courtesy of WebMD12http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/features/common-pains-of-age#1
Minimize Your Carbon Footprint
The ways you live your life, from how you wash laundry to the amount you throw away, all comes with a carbon-footprint price tag. In fact, simple choices around your home may be increasing the amount of carbon dioxide you release into the atmosphere. You can better control your contributions by knowing how many pounds of carbon you release and save by changing your habits. Here are some ways you can reduce your carbon footprint:
Recycle aluminum and steel: Reusing existing metals to make new cans minimizes carbon output. When you recycle, you reduce the energy needed to make an aluminum can by up to 95% and a steel can by 74%, saving 414 pounds of CO2 annually.
Wash laundry using cooler temperatures: Using hot water to wash your clothes contributes around 90% of your laundry's energy use. You can save up to 349 pounds of CO2 each year by switching half of your loads from hot to warm. For this effect, you also need to wash the other half of your loads with cold water.
Drive the speed limit: Obeying posted speed limits can do more than save you from driving tickets—it can also improve your fuel economy by 15% and decrease gas costs by $200 annually. Further, driving 65 miles-per-hour instead of 75 keeps 1,500 pounds of CO2 from entering the atmosphere annually.
Tip courtesy of Real Simple13https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/green-living/how-green-are-you
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This rich brown with its purple undertones feels excellent in November, after we're bundling up for winter months forward. It's the color of romance, of plush bedrooms and posh dressing rooms. Violet is often used in bedrooms to communicate an air of serenity. A heat yellow like Benjamin Moore's Hawthorne Yellow would look nice with white cabinets, subway tile partitions, and a weathered gray tile floor.


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Will Smith Fatal Shooting: Cardell Hayes 'Justified' For Killing NFL Star, Says Passenger
Will Smith's death saved two people, according to Kevin O'Neale, a passenger in Cardell Hayes' car when the fatal shooting occurred. He claims that if Cardell hadn't shot Will multiple times that neither of them would be alive.
Will Smith's death was "necessary" and "justifiable" according to passenger, Kevin O'neale. The tragic shooting of the NFL star has left many wondering why things escalated so quickly but now Kevin's attorney claims that Will threatened to use his loaded 9 mm gun, right before Cardell Hayes fired his own gun in what he's claiming as self defense and "justifiable homicide."
In a statement issued by Kevin's attorney, he claims his client is not only innocent but that Cardell saved both of their lives. "My client believes that Cardell saved his life," the statement obtained by TMZ goes on to say. "Smith had a gun and was going to shoot it and Cardell may have saved both of their lives … in my mind this is justifiable homicide. Was Will Smith acting like a Saint? This was a hit-and-run that ended up in a tragedy. You've got the aggression of two football players, facing off with each other as if they are on the field and you are going to get your point across by any means necessary." Police did claim to have found a 9 mm loaded gun in Will's car.
We told you that Will, 34, was fatally shot on April 9 in what is being called a "road rage incident." Footage shows Will rear-ending Cardell, 28, and you can hear Will's wife, Racquel Smith, 34, screaming in the background. Cardell and Will "exchanged words" and then Will was shot to death. Surveillance footage from a local business shows a Mercedes SUV rear-ending a Hummer matching Cardell's, according to Fox8 in New Orleans, then the Hummer pulls over to the side of the road, while the SUV races away. But then you see the Hummer chase the Mercedes. Will was pronounced dead at the scene. Cardell has since been arrested and booked for second degree murder and his bail is set at $1 million.
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Time for some of that B'z sound once more, and for today, this will be through the duo's 6th single "Easy Come, Easy Go!"
Released in October 1990, and of course, written by vocalist Koshi Inaba(稲葉浩志)and composed by guitarist Takahiro Matsumoto(松本孝弘), I was reading in the J-Wiki article on the song about how there was opposition from people around the duo about making this an actual single, and apparently there were record and CD shops when the powers-that-be were making visits to them to campaign for "Easy Come, Easy Go!" that simply remarked that the song was too blah to sell successfully.
I gather with that story behind it, this single was well-named then. To be frank, "Easy Come, Easy Go!" isn't exactly my favourite B'z song with other singles such as "Bad Communication" and "Love Phantom" easily ranking over this one. What it has is the remembered title and the nostalgic aspect of the melody in a "Aw, yeah...I remember this one!" sort of way.
Still, "Easy Come, Easy Go!" proved the naysayers wrong. It went Platinum, hitting the No. 1 spot on Oricon and staying there for 3 straight weeks, the first B'z single to hang in there on top for more than 2 weeks. Selling over 470,000 copies, it ended up as the 28th-ranked single of 1990. It also ended up on a number of albums, the first one being "Risky", B'z's 4th original album from November 1990 which also hit No. 1. The album quickly ranked in at No. 26 on the annual charts for that year and even became the 10th-ranked release for 1991. Still hung in there for 1992 as well by charting in at No. 50. Becoming a million-seller was pretty much fait accompli.
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I've received enough supporting comments that I've decided to investigate exactly which bills can be put on credit card for automatic payment.
I still am not comfortable with automatic debit directly from my checking account - although I do have a heloc for one of my houses on it - but the lender provided a reduced rate if i did it.
I'll follow-up with a list of vendors I can auto-pay and if I remember in a few months see if it is in fact easier.
Regards, makingourway
Monday, October 08, 2007
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Friday, 20 September, 2013
Fall Maintenance
On the left is an image of the GPS track that I took while rototilling part of the garden. The path you see if 1.23 miles, and it took about an hour and a half to complete. The area is approximately 65 X 65, and will be expanded another 15 or so feet in the coming weeks in preparation of fall. I rototilled now to give all of the grass clippings from the lawn a chance to decompose over the Fall and Winter.
I used my BCS 853 tiller for the first time, and after getting used to how the the tiller felt, which is very different from the BCS mower attachment, it was a fairly easy job, though I was sore the next day. Even though the machine more or less takes care of itself, it still needs to be guided and man-handled on occasion in order for it to go where I wanted it to till, and especially when turning. I will more than likely till one or two more times prior to winter.
I also tilled a 100 foot path about 5 feet wide where we will put some of our trees in the Spring. I have decided not to do a Fall tree planting, as there is a specific nursery that I want to order from, and they only do Spring shipping's. They also have a better variety of trees, and I am interested in specific tree varieties, especially apple.
So far I think we are going to initially plant 4 apples, including two cider specific varieties, one almond, two plum, two apricot, three cherries (both tart and sweet), two nectarine, two peach (maybe), two Asian pear, and maybe two Black Walnut trees.
We had electricity ran to the barn this week so Misty could set up a ceramics studio. The electricians put in a new pole, and then ran a line 300 feet underground to the shed. The studio is in one of the four 40 X 20 foot bays that is enclosed, but has three doors and a window, including a large front bay door that allows you to drive into the bay.
The below are images of Misty pressure washing her area, as well as the rest of the barn. The barn is 80 X 40 and will also house some animals in the near future.
While Misty and I were working on the barn, Micha did a lot of burning – this is looking from the barn to the side deck:
After a very hard day working outside, this is our view from the side deck:


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Dear President Bush,
The Congressional Power Rankings just came out. Guess who is the 7th most powerful person in the House of Representatives? It is House Ways & Means Chair, Bill Thomas! Yes, that is the same Bill Thomas that accepted numerous donations from for profit health care companies in his term in office. Last summer he held hearings on the unfair advantage non profit hospitals have by not paying taxes. This after accepting $30,000 in donations from two groups with a long history of concern about that "unfair advantage".
The 4th most powerful Senator, Chuck Grassley raised that very issue at the same time as his power punching cohort. Contribution records show both in the pocket of for profit healthcare. The Federation of American Hospitals serves as the for profit hospital lobbying voice on Capital Hill. The Senate Finance Committee and the House Ways & Means Committee make crucial decisions on health care policy and funding. What does it mean when the chair of each major committee takes up your pet issue? Bill Thomas and Chuck Grassley did that very thing last summer.
How has the Federation donated to members of those two influential committees? In the current 2006 campaign cycle over 57% of their $165,000 in donations is targeted to those members. This number will grow as the election campaign continues. Historically the FAH contributes about $400,000 per election cycle.
In the 2004 campaign over $155,000 came from HCA executives alone. Senator Bill Frist's family started the company years ago. The Senate Majority Leader is under investigation for his handling of HCA stock. He happens to have the #1 power rating in the Senate.
Twelve of the twenty members of the Senate Finance Committee are funded by the Federation while 31 of the 41 members of the House Ways & Means Committee receive for profit health care donations. How do you think they will vote on issues important to the Federation?
I found a few other things strange in this mess. The way Republicans talk about taxes being bad, shouldn't non profit hospitals be given medals for not paying them? Also, nowhere did Congress mention their abdication of responsibility to address the growing legions of uninsured Americans. This burden is historically borne by non-profit safety net providers.


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by Ben Batten
Ever so increasingly, you hear cost pressures driving companies to relocate their operations in emerging countries, setting up shared services or automating systems, reducing the need for manpower. Yes, technology is a huge enabler but it will never replace the warmth of a human touch point nor the need for a dynamic sales force that comprehends the eccentricities of each market. So with front-liners continually being at the face and critical to any organization's ecosystem, that brings us to question, how do we sustain a long & fruitful career in sales? Successful sales people are akin to marathoners; here are some tips to build stamina for the race:
1. Plan, plan & more planning!
Whilst gearing up for the race, preparation is key for guaranteed success. In the sales world, it is crucial tobuild a roadmap with a detailed breakdown of activities to be performed with the end goal in mind. Important client presentation? You should have a clear structure of the layout and direction of the meeting beforehand. Never leave things for last minute - this ensures a more engaged client and will surely save you some hair!
2. Resonate passion.
There is a reason why everyone loves running - from the adrenalinrush, to soaking up some nature or the sheer determination to reach the finish line. Passion can be felt. Not only should you know your product/service well but if you truly believe in it, so will your client. A global retailer I met shared that it was imperative for all their corporate staff including top management to spend some time on the sales floor to get a first-hand grasp of how the sales took place; the good, the bad. They are then better equipped to strategize and implement initiatives that work.
3. Importance of Discipline
Discipline is about cultivating the habit of doing the right things consistently. Once you have acquired this skill, it does not matter how the economy or your sector is doing, you will be able to ride through any storm. Previous successes orthe occasional luck sometimes makes you take discipline for granted. Hence, it is key for us to each set a personal KPI removing the blinders of self-delusion we use to kid ourselves of being more productive than we are. Resolve today; don't wait until you feel like because you probably never will.
4. Overcoming setbacks
Fallen down? Pick yourself up, dust off your scabs and run with newfound knowledge. Astute salespeople see rejection or any obstacles as one step closer to the sale and a very powerful learning experience. Never set yourself up for emotional self-destruction, you would have lostopportunity. Become a constant learner. Invest time and money to upgrade your skills. The more knowledge you acquire that can be applied to practical scenarios, the greater will be the reward in the future.
5. Reward yourself
Often, you hear front liners burning out or losing the drive to be at their best. A career in sales is a constant chase and hence, it is important to learn when to switch off. Take time to do things you enjoy - if it's spending time with family or chilling with friends at that new bar and never bring your numbers to bed. Always remember to celebrate small successes; it could be breaking into a new account or being recognized for specializing in a particular field. This will bring you closer to that finish line.


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Here at Wild Flower Restaurant & Catering, we believe there's always something to celebrate. Did you finally leave the office at a normal hour? Then you absolutely deserve a happy hour with coworkers.
On the other hand, maybe your parents are in town and you want to take them out for a nice Saturday brunch. Whatever the occasion, Wild Flower is here to help you celebrate. Let's take a look at some of what we have to offer.
The Best Brunch
Who doesn't enjoy an incredible brunch? If you're in the mood for something savory, we recommend our popular breakfast wrap. Dig into free-range scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheddar all rolled in a sundried tomato tortilla and served with breakfast potatoes.
Perhaps you'd prefer something sweet instead. If you're nodding your head 'yes,' then consider our always popular apple walnut pancakes. Granny Smith apples and walnuts are mixed into the batter and griddled to perfection.
What would brunch be without mimosas or a delicious Pepper Mary? Your visit to the Wild Flower will be the highlight of your weekend. Stop by for brunch in St. Louis from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Best Lunch
Tired of the same boring lunch places in town? Then it's time to mix things up at Wild Flower Restaurant! Begin your meal with a shareable such as goat buster fondue, chicken quesadillas, or calamari fritti.
Then move on to your choice of salad, pasta, or sandwich. Our golden chevre salad features organic mixed greens, fresh berries, candied walnuts, and julienne apples accompanied by a strawberry poppyseed vinaigrette topped with panko crusted chevre. If you're more in the mood for a burger, then ask a server about ours, which is grass-fed and comes with your choice of fries, fruit, or side salad.
Stop by Wild Flower today for lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Delicious Dinner Choices
Think back to the last time you treated your family to dinner at a gourmet restaurant. Can't remember? Then make plans to enjoy a meal at Wild Flower Restaurant!
Crowd favorites include entrees such as garlic chicken, basil butter chicken, best filet, and our bistro burger. For pasta lovers, we recommend the cajun seafood risotto. We know you'll enjoy every bite of the braised peppers, gulf shrimp, and scallops.
Should you save room for dessert, you can pick between the scrumptious flourless chocolate torte, caramelized bread pudding, or cheesecake.
An Unbeatable Happy Hour
We pride ourselves on offering the best happy hour in the Central West End. Stop by Monday-Friday after work and enjoy $3 domestic bottles and $3.50 seasonal drafts. Wild Flower also offers $6 appetizers such as chicken nachos, spicy sesame wings, and apple walnut and Gorgonzola pizza.
Need to wind down with a glass of wine or cocktail? We even have deals on Manhattans, Old Fashioneds, Cabernets, and Chardonnays, just to name a few.
As you can see, Wild Flower Restaurant is the perfect spot for any occasion. Stop by today!


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Walking into a smoke shop for the first time can be an overwhelming experience for some and for others it can be a walk in the park. If you are an experienced customer, you might want to have some knowledge with the wide range of products and what to be looking for while shopping.
What makes us different?
At Glass Chamber Our commitment to customer service goes above and beyond the rest. That's why you should trust our Smoke Shop Supply in Jupiter Island. Among the smoking supplies you can find goes from hookahs to water pipes, e-cigarettes, vaporizers, heady glasses and a lot more.
Whether you're interested in trying out something new or are looking for a new smoking product to add to your collection, we take care of everything! With the help of our expert and friendly staff, our Smoke Shop Supply in Jupiter Island won't disappoint you!
We will make sure you find everything you need. With our wide variety of brands and smoking implements, we will put a smile on your face. Just stop by and check out what we have in stock!
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The fall and winter months create havoc for homeowners because this is the time that nasty green mold likes to take refuge. It knows the colder temps makes it difficult to do a thorough clean so this is the time it really manifests itself on siding or brick or driveways and walkways. But come spring time, it's time to get clean and get rid of that nasty green mold. We can help you take care of of that issue and even ensure it doesn't return for up to 12 months. We only utilize very low pressure and even provide Eco-friendly solutions to keep your plants, pets and you safe from any hazardous materials. Give us a call and let us provide you with a free estimate today before the busy season takes hold!
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Michelle Obama Hilariously Breaks Down Why Melania Trump's Inauguration Gift Exchange Appeared So Awkward
The former FLOTUS also explained to Ellen Degeneres how Barack stepped in and saved the day.
It's tradition for the U.S. president to offer a congratulatory phone call to winning championship teams.
But after saluting LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers for becoming the first team in NBA Finals' history to rally from a 3-1 deficit to win the league title, President Obama made sure to make a special request to Cavs coach Tyronn Lue over the phone Thursday.
And it was hilarious.
"Tell J.R. and everybody to put on a shirt, though," Obama said. "You can't be just walking around without a shirt, though."
"OK, I definitely will," Lue responded laughing.
"Like a whole week..." the commander-in-chief continued. "Now Shumpert's taking off his shirt, Kyrie's taking off his shirt. C'mon, man!"
Listen to their whole exchange here.
Of course, President Obama is referring to shooting guard J.R. Smith, who celebrated the Cavs' championship victory shirtless.
Whether it was partying in a Las Vegas nightclub Sunday night into the wee hours of Monday morning, arriving in Cleveland's John Hopkins International Airport or turning up at the Cavs' parade and championship rally in front of 1.3 million fans Wednesday, J.R. did it all shirtless this week.
This video actually sums it up.
And just as President Obama alluded to, J.R. had teammates, Iman Shumpert and Kyrie Irving, going shirtless during the Cavs' championship parade and rally too.
During his phone call to Lue, Obama said he hopes to have the Cavs at the White House to formally recognize their title win before he leaves office.
Just imagine if J.R. shows up shirtless there...
Nah, he wouldn't, but it's J.R. Smith we're talking about here. You never know.
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The former FLOTUS also explained to Ellen Degeneres how Barack stepped in and saved the day.
"When my teacher asks me a question thinking I'm not paying attention, but I get it right."


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Intel has announced the new family of Xeon processors which will come with 48 cores and 12-channel memory per socket.
The new processors will provide a substantial upgrade over the existing Xeon processors and the company plans to ship these new processors in the first half of next year. Intel is promising better performance with the new processors and has labelled them "Cascade Lake Advanced Performance". The Cascade Lake AP will be a multi-chip processor with multiple dies contained within a single package. Unfortunately, since Intel's 10nm manufacturing process isn't yet good enough for mass-market production, the new Xeons will continue to use a version of the company's 14nm technology.
Overall, Intel is claiming a 20-percent performance improvement over the current Xeon SPs and 240-percent over AMD's Epyc. However, we can only test these claims once Intel officially makes the processors available to the public next year.
Via: Ars Technica