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Bikram's Benefits, Risks, and Controversies
When practiced regularly, there's evidence that Bikram yoga can do a body good. A 2013 study from Colorado State University researchers found that adults who participated in three Bikram sessions a week for eight weeks showed increased strength, improved flexibility and slightly decreased body fat compared to a control group. (They did not, however, show any change in cardiovascular or aerobic fitness.) [Source: Tracy] And in a 2008 study, also from Colorado State, a regular Bikram practice was associated with improved balance, leg strength and muscle control, as well. [Source: Hart]
Choudhury claims that being in a heated room allows for more flexibility and looser muscles -- but this can have risks as well as benefits, says Herbert. "It really does allow you to stretch further than you would be able to in a colder room, but for someone who's already hyperflexible, that could actually be detrimental. If you're not careful, you can hyperextend and injure yourself."
The heat brings other potential dangers with it as well, especially for people who may be dehydrated or who have underlying health conditions. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded or sick to your stomach during class, stop and take a break. In addition to the risk of heatstroke or another heat-related illness, you're also more likely to injure yourself by slipping and falling if you feel this way. [Sources: Aldonas, Martin] And here's something you may not have thought of: Not drinking enough water before or after class can cause obvious problems -- but so can drinking too much. In 2012, the British Medical Journal reported on a woman who drank 3.5 liters of water after a Bikram class and suffered breathlessness, nausea and stomach cramps -- and eventually, seizures -- related to hyponatremia, a dangerous deficiency of sodium and electrolytes related to profuse sweating and drinking too much water. [Source: Reynolds]
Still not sure if Bikram is for you? "As long as you're aware of the precautions about the heat and you don't have any medical reasons not to, you should go ahead and try it," says Herbert. "Some people will absolutely love it, and for others, it's not for them. But it's definitely an interesting experience, either way."
Related Articles:
- 10 Yoga Positions for Beginners
- Healing with Yoga
- Yoga and Religion
- Aldonas, Noah. "The Hidden Dangers of Hot Yoga." Outside Online. February 21, 2013. (March 26, 2013) http://www.outsideonline.com/fitness/The-Hidden-Dangers-of-Hot-Yoga.html
- Bikram Yoga. "About Bikram Yoga." (March 26, 2013)
- http://www.bikramyoga.com/BikramYoga/about_bikram_yoga.php
- Bikram Yoga. "Bikram Yoga 26 Postures." (March 26, 2013) http://www.bikramyoga.com/BikramYoga/TwentySixPostures.php
- Bikram Yoga. "FAQ." (March 26, 2013) http://www.bikramyoga.com/BikramYoga/FAQ.php
- Despres, Loraine. "Yoga's Bad Boy: Bikram Choudhury." Yoga Journal. March/April 2000. (March 26, 2013) http://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/328
- Hart, CE, et at. "Yoga as Steadiness Training: Effects on Motor Variability in Young Adults." Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 2008 Sep;22(5):1659-69. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18714217
- Herbert, Sophie. Yoga instructor. Personal interview. March 21, 2013.
- Laskowski, Edward R., M.D. "What Is Hot Yoga?" Mayo Clinic. (March 26, 2013) http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hot-yoga/AN02185
- Martin, Clancy. "The Overheated, Oversexed Cult of Bikram Choudhury." Details. February 2011. (March 26, 2013) http://www.details.com/culture-trends/critical-eye/201102/yoga-guru-bikram-choudhury
- Reynolds, CJ, et al. "Exercise Associated Hyponatraemia Leading to Tonic-Clonic Seizures." BMJ Case Report. 2012 Aug 27;2012. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22927272
- Tracy BL, et al. "Bikram Yoga Training and Physical Fitness in Healthy Young Adults." Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 2013 Mar;27(3):822-30. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22592178


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ChamberFest LAeXpo is a business expo combined with a 'taste of' event, networking mixer, music, and entertainment. Last year, more than 80 businesses showcased their products and services and over 1,500 local residents attended!
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The latest Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) records the Magellanic penguin as 'Near Threatened' from the point of view of conservation.
Spheniscus magellanicus, commonly called Magellanic penguin or Patagonian penguin is a bird species of the family of penguins (Spheniscidae), which nests in the Falkland Islands and on the coasts and islands of Chilean Patagonia and Argentina (Strait of Magellan) , migrating north in the winter, reaching the waters of Uruguay and southeastern Brazil.
However, a group of U.S. scientists studied variations in their mating habits, eating and socializing, and its impact as the genetic diversity among populations of these birds in the Southern Cone.
To measure the amount of genetic diversity in birds, investigators try to determine the factors for the species from exposure to diseases and mate choice, to perish traits are hereditary.
According to the team's report, published in the Journal of Heredity, we determined that there is genetic variation in this species as they migrate.
"By observing the genotypes of 50 breeding pairs of Magellanic penguins, we found significant levels of genetic variation, the detection of a significantly higher number of variants reported for Galapagos penguins and Humboldt penguins," said one of the researchers, Gabrielle Knafler, a graduate student at Bowling Green University.
The report indicated that variations in the reproductive habits and socialization in the Magellanic penguins found in southern Patagonia, are significantly different compared with Galapagos penguins and Humboldt penguins.
This important study demonstrates that certain individuals of the species are better suited to combat a wide range of diseases and therefore are more likely to survive.
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You can register online for your audition date at http://www.pffame.com/. Registration will also be available onsite but registering in advance is highly recommended. Please note registering for any particular city registers you for that city only.2. Do groups need to register as a group or individually?
Please register your group via the group registration form for your selected audition city. Please note registering for any particular city registers you for that city only.3. Am I eligible to participate?
Please view eligibility requirements here.4. How much does it cost to audition?
There is no cost to audition.5. What will I win?
At each audition, four lucky semi-finalists will be selected to advance to the final competition in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. on Saturday, June 22, 2019.
One grand champion selected at the finals in Pigeon Forge will win:
Parking depends on the location for each audition. You may have to pay for parking. Please use the links below for information about parking in your audition city.
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While we would love to audition everyone who registers, auditions will be on a first-come, first-served basis at check-in/registration. We will audition as many people as we can during the time allotted.11. When and where will the finals be held?
The final competition will be held in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. on Saturday, June 22, 2019.12. How will the auditions be judged?
Each contestant will have 90 seconds to audition in front of the judges. The judges will use a scorecard to judge the performance. The four semi-finalists selected to advance to the finals in Pigeon Forge on June 22, 2019 will be announced at 1:30 p.m. the day of your audition.13. What will the judges be looking for?
The judges will judge each performance on six different criteria. The criteria listed in order of importance are stage presence and professionalism, technical ability, familiarity, enthusiasm and expression, creativity and selection of material.14. How will the final competition be judged, and the grand winner selected?
The 12 semi-finalists who advance to Pigeon Forge will each have five minutes to perform in front of the judges and a live audience. The judges will use a scorecard to select the Top 3 finalists who will each have five minutes for a second performance. The judges will then select the grand prize winner.15. Do you cover transportation costs to Pigeon Forge if I advance to the finals?
Lodging for the semi-finalist (double occupancy) for one night in Pigeon Forge (the night of June 21) and $100 for transportation costs.16. What accommodations do you provide for the finals in Pigeon Forge?
Lodging for the semi-finalists and one guest for one night in Pigeon Forge and $100 for transportation costs.17. If I am part of a group, do we each get to bring a guest to the finals in Pigeon Forge?
Group lodging arrangements will be made on a case-by-case basis.18. Can I bring an accompanist?
No. Tracks only via thumb drive. This will be submitted when you check in at the audition. The backing track that you provide must be trimmed to the 90-second performance length. No other files permitted on the thumb drive. Remember, you will only have 90 seconds in front of the judges, so choose your music wisely.19. Can my band audition with me?
Bands are not permitted to audition unless they are auditioning as a group. If this is a group audition, all instruments need to be handheld acoustic instruments and the group may not have more than five members. No plug-ins will be available.20. Can I bring a musical track?
Yes. Tracks must be provided on a thumb drive and trimmed to the 90-second performance length. No other files permitted on the thumb drive.21. What musical instruments will you have available?
No instruments will be available. Any instruments that you plan to bring must be handheld and not require any plug-in—acoustic performances only.22. Will you have an accompanist at the audition?
There will not be an accompanist at the audition.23. How long is the audition time?
Each contestant will have 90 seconds to audition. You will be notified when you reach your time limit and signaled to end your performance.24. Who are the judges?
Each audition will be judged by entertainment industry executive John Alexander, a representative of the Pigeon Forge theater community, and a local radio personality. Alexander discovered Grammy-nominated artist Kelsea Ballerini and has decades of experience in the entertainment industry including 10 years at Great American Country television network.25. Can the public attend the auditions for general viewing?
There will be viewing areas available for friends and family of those participating in the audition. The final competition in Pigeon Forge on June 22 will be open to the public.26. Will this be broadcast anywhere?
No, however, follow My Pigeon Forge on Facebook and Instagram for updates and be sure to use #PigeonForgeFame and tag My Pigeon Forge in any of your posts preparing for the audition or at the audition.27. Can my dance/cheer/gymnastics team compete together?
There are no dance, cheer or gymnastics categories for this audition. Eligible categories include vocal performance, instrumental performance, comedian performance, specialty act such as magician or juggler. Groups consisting of no more than five people can compete in the eligible categories.28. How many people can be in a group?
A group can consist of 2-5 people.29. Can I audition in more than one city?
You are welcome to audition in more than one city. However, one act cannot hold more than one semi-finalist position in Pigeon Forge. Please note registering for any particular city registers you for that city only.30. How will I know if I have advanced to the finals?
At 1:30 p.m. the semi-finalists advancing to Pigeon Forge will be announced at the audition venue.31. Do I have to be present at the semi-finalist announcement?
Yes. If you are not present at the 1:30 p.m. announcement of the semi-finalists, you will forfeit your place in the final competition.32. Where can I get more information about the competition?
Visit www.pffame.com, www.mypigeonforge.com or My Pigeon Forge on Facebook or Instagram.33. What if I can't attend the final competition? Can I still audition?
If you are unable to attend the final competition in Pigeon Forge, you will forfeit the finals, leaving your position vacant to be filled by another contestant.34. What are the age restrictions?
Any performer aged 14 and older is permitted to audition. Any contestant under 18 years old must have a parent or legal guardian present at the audition at all times.35. Are animals permitted? What if they are part of the act?
Not including service animals, no animals are permitted at the auditions or final competition. Any act that involves animal performance is not qualified to audition.36. If I forgot to register online, can I still audition?
Although we encourage you to register online before your audition date, you can attend the audition. Registration will be available at the venue from 9:30 a.m. - noon the day of the audition.37. Will there be more audition cities added?
This is the full audition schedule for the 2019 Pigeon Forge Path to Fame Talent Competition. There is no plan for additional auditions at this time.38. Can I send a video submission in advance?
No. You will be judged solely on your audition in front of the judges at your selected audition date. No other materials are permitted in advance, day of or following that will influence the audition selection.39. I registered in advance, but I won't be able to audition. Do I need to notify you in advance?
If you registered in advance online and will no longer be able to attend the auditions, please e-mail [email protected]40. I registered in advance, can I show up anytime I want to audition?
No. Even if you registered in advance online, you will need to check in upon arrival. Registration and check-in will be open from 9:30 a.m. - noon on each audition date. Remember, auditions will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis upon arrival at check-in. We will audition as many contestants as we can between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.


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There are tens of thousands of software programs that are developed since the day of inception of the internet. How to install a software program is a question that most of the users know as the development in the field is rapid. The installation of the program is not a big deal at all. It all depends upon the fact that which OS is being used. On the other hand the user should also consider the program that is being installed. This tutorial has been devised keeping in view the demands and the needs of the users who want to install the software. In order to delve deep into the subject it is advised to read the tutorial till the end. There are many combinations that can be applied to get the work done. The most general combinations of the program installations are discussed thoroughly.
There are certain tips and tricks that are important for the user in order to ensure that the program is installed. It is important as failing to abide by the tips can lead to failures. These points that are discussed below are important for all the users who want to get the most out of the idea. These are the tips that are again general in nature. Following are the points that are to be considered in relation to the software install of any kind.
• The system as well as the OS requirements should be considered in general when it comes to program installation. It means that the hardware as well as the software requirements are to be fulfilled when it comes to the program installation. The idea is widespread to all types of programs including the games, general programs and the utilities.
• The software installation manual should be read in full to get the work done. It is a document that has all the instructions that should be followed to install the program easily. The directory or the portion of the drive where the installation is recommended should be kept the same as written in the manual.
• The running programs might cause a hindrance when it comes to software installation. It is therefore advised to disable or close any programs that are running before the program is installed. It gets the installation easy and also compatibility issues during the installation are avoided.
• The reboot is required in some cases when it comes to the program installation. In order to get the best out of the phenomenon it is advised to reboot the system when prompted.
There is not a single program that can work as standalone. It is therefore the software installation that gets the work done for the user in many cases. Some of the advantages of the software installation has been mentioned as below:
• The functionality of the program increases when it comes to software installation. It is therefore one of the most important advantages. The user can enjoy added functionalities when a good program has been installed.
• Any OS that is being used by any user in the world is not complete software. It therefore requires additional functionalities to get the work done. The software installation in other and simple words increase the functionality and the power of the OS in question.
• The software installation is also concerned with the hardware programming. It means that the user cannot run a specific hardware till its drivers are not installed. The drivers are the software programs that are used to get the hardware work.
Microsoft Windows is a user friendly OS. It is therefore easy to install the software using this program. In order to get the best out of the idea it is advised to follow the instructions that lead to the results which are matchless. Some of the ideas that can lead to the program installation successfully are discussed below:
Auto Run installations
The process that is related to the auto run phenomenon has been mentioned as under. The steps are mostly automated and therefore it is advised to follow the prompts to get the work done:
1. The user needs to insert the software CD or the USB to the system to begin the process:
2. The auto run windows then pops up on its own. The user can press OK after selecting the desired option. This window is also known as auto play window to most of the users:
3. Once the software installation begins the process ends here completely:
No auto run installation
The user needs to follow the steps that are mentioned as under to get the program installed using the no auto run feature:
1. The CD is first to be installed to the system to proceed with the process:
2. Under my Computer > portable media the user needs to double click the CD that has been inserted:
3. Once the installation starts the process ends here in full:
Installing the program after the download
The steps that are to be executed are as follows to get the work done with ease:
1. The website from where the exe files are to be downloaded is to be browsed:
2. The appropriate links are to be clicked so that the exe file pops up. The user then needs to save it to proceed with the process:
3. Once saved the file is then to be executed by double clicking it to get the process finished completely:
Whatever the software program is it is always executed and installed as per the methods that are explained above. It is however advised to all the users to choose the program so that the methods are in line with the requirements. It is also important for the user to read through the processes and especially those who are novice. There are certain things that are new to the users who are not tech savvy and these are to be noticed so that the installation is never an issue for the users. By the way, you can also learn how to fix Windows updates failed to install issue.


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Hardcover with white boards and pictorial dust jacket, First Edition, 1,700gms, 328 pages, illustrated map endpapers. Ever since 1629 when the Dutch navigator Francis Pelsart was amazed by his first sight of a Kangaroo, Australia has been regarded as the continent where everything is different. Book is in very good condition with mild general wear and tear. Dust Jacket is in good condition with mild shelf wear, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.
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I learned something yesterday.
I shared my table with a few beloved friends over the course of the day. And, like so many of us these days, we all had some really difficult and bizarre things hanging off our shoulders – some little and annoying, some bigger and heavier.
I tidied the house, forgave the spaces that weren't going to get tidied, and did my best to warmly arrange those places I
could. A space at the table, a clean high chair, a pot of tea, fresh baked pumpkin bread. And don't get me wrong, Martha Stewart does not live here. I'm talking about shabby hospitality at its finest, complete with clumps of dog hair in the corners and my annoyingly shallow sink overflowing with dirty dishes along with the bread and tea and tiny decorative gourds.
As I made space for us, though, the Spirit whispered. "This is what we meant in Psalm 23. This is the table prepared in the presence
of enemies."
In the act of setting the table, I finally understood that part of the psalm.
It's not flaunting God's favor in the face of the enemies, it's not feasting the night before battle so we have more energy to spill the enemy's blood. It's rounding a corner, all bedraggled and wet and smelly with effort and finding a place lovingly set for you. It's being surprised again when God ambushes you and says, like your favorite doting great aunt, "Sit, sit, sit! You look hungry. Here, take your shoes off, I'll
fix you something."
Now that I get it, I can see all the places in my past where I stumbled onto tables in the wilderness, tables in the presence of my enemies.
The Ronald McDonald room at Mercy Hospital.
Kara's apartment, during my dad's sickness.
Morning coffee at St. Paul's.
Roommate dinners.
Good friends with broad shoulders at McGurks.
This is our work – just to set the table for our neighbors, to keep a place that's warm and dry and safe when folks need to come out of the rain.
This is our work – to allow ourselves to sit when we stumble across the surprise table in the presence of our enemies. To let ourselves be dried off, fed, and reminded that we are bigger than the battle and more than the path.
Keep an eye out, beloved friends. The ambush table will pop up, probably sooner than we're expecting. Open the door, even with your mess on display. Whether you're the one setting or the one sitting, it doesn't matter. We both walk away better and fuller


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Recesses for the night
Ft. Hood – The jury panel sent a message to the judge asking to have the stipulated testimony from the man who cut down Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan in the middle of his murderous attack on Nov. 5, 2009, read back to them.
Then they requested to recess from their delibertions for the night.
According to the agreed stipulation of expected testimony given by Officer Mark Todd, he fired 5 shots at the former Army psychiatrist after pursuing him around the building and taking cover between cars in the parking lot.
When he saw Hasan wince a couple of times, he said in his deposition, he knew he had hit him, and watched as the doctor slid down a telephone pole where he had taken cover.
Court proceedings will resume at 9 a.m. Friday, August 23, when jurors resume their deliberations in the guilt or innocence phase of the General Court Martial.


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For those of you who have been living under a rock for the last week or so, the hot topic now days is the proposed $700 Billion bailout of the lending institutions that overextended themselves on bad mortgages. The senate recently passed it, and it's going to the house. President Bush has endorsed it, and both Obama and McCain voted for it in the senate. It seems almost a forgone conclusion that this will pass. I have only one question...
What the fuck happened to accountability? I always thought that one of the key ideas of capitalism was that you accept both the earnings and the losses. These lending institutions took risks by handing out mortgages to any Tom, Dick, or Harry with a pulse. "You make $25k a year, and you want to buy a $1.5M house? Sure, we'll back you!" Who approved these boneheaded moves?
People talk about the collapse of these lending institutions as if it's the end of the world. They claim it's the next Great Depression. Did any of these politicians live through the Great Depression? It's like claiming that the Iraq War is the next WWII.
People point to the failure of Washington Mutual as if all banks will fail and all the money people have saved will just vanish into the ether. Did these people notice what happened to Washington Mutual? It got bought out by JPMorgan Chase and was open the next day. This is capitalism, people. The banks perform both a vital, and lucrative, service. If there's a void, and there's profit to be made, that void will be filled.
It's not the government's place to insulate businesses from the consequences of their bad decisions. All the government needs to do is ensure that business is being conducted in an ethical manner, and beyond that, fortunes will be made and lost by the hands of the businessman, not the congressman. You aren't solvent enough to cover your debt? Fine, sell assets until you are. Don't whine to the government for free money. If the government has to bail out a business, it should be nationalized, rebuilt, and eventually sold back into the private sector. Put the jackasses who ran that ship into the ground out on their ass.
The other concern I hear about is all the people who will get foreclosed upon because of their bad mortgages. Cry me a river. You're going to lose your house? Cash in your end of the mortgage, let the bank foreclose on you, and buy a house that you can actually afford. What? It'll ruin your credit rating? It should, I wouldn't lend to your dumb ass after you made a mistake that big.
In the end, it all comes back to accountability. People are in this mess because both sides made some God awful decisions. Bailing them out at this point is simply rewarding them for making those decisions. It takes all the risk out of business, and in the end, is tantamount to theft from the taxpayers.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Thoughts on the Bailout
Posted by The Renaissance Man at 11:28 PM
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Actually the government is bailing themselves out and hiding their complicity in creating the mess in the first place by forcing banks into ill-advised loans for the purposes of social engineering.
- October 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
Well said...people should have learned how to budget their money before buying a huge ass house!
- October 15, 2008 at 1:01 PM
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Sun Sign: Gemini.
People born under the Sun Sign of GEMINI tend to take a cerebral approach to love, expressing their affections through the medium of words. Because love, for them, is largely about communication and the sharing of thoughts and ideas, achieving a good mental understanding with loved ones is of paramount importance. Their big pleasures in life revolve around sourcing information and then discussing it with others. Sociable, fun and witty, it's hard to get bored with these guys around!
Actually, not particularly compatible!
Your level of compatibility with people whose Sun Sign is Gemini may not be all that high. Your own Sun, which is in the earth sign Capricorn, isn't the best match for this sign. This is because earth signs and air signs don't always blend harmoniously with each other and often have some difficulties in getting on.
As a result you may not readily identify with these people's light-hearted way of relating to others (you tend to be rather more serious and pragmatic!). And you may have different tastes in terms of the kind of pastimes and activities you enjoy.


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Swissair CEO could get 6 months in jail
Prosecutors push for harsh sentencing in mismanagement case
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Updated: 4:10 p.m. ET Feb 19, 2007
BUELACH, Switzerland - Prosecutors proposed a six-month prison sentence for Mario Corti, the last chief executive of the now defunct Swissair, and a range of suspended sentences for 18 other airline executives, board members and consultants.
The defendants in Switzerland's largest corporate trial have all pleaded innocent to charges that include damaging creditors, mismanagement, making false business statements and forging documents. Some have blamed the big Swiss banks and the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks for the airline's downfall.
Creditors and others damaged by the airline's collapse will present their case first, followed by the defense. Public hearings conclude on March 9, when the three-judge panel will start discussing the case behind close doors. It was unclear when a verdict could be announced.
Swissair was grounded abruptly on Oct. 2, 2001, after months of financial problems led to it being unable to pay for fuel and landing fees. Tens of thousands of passengers were stranded worldwide. Thousands of employees and shareholders lost their life savings, and the country's four main political parties demanded that former executives be held responsible.
The prosecution on Monday said that Corti, who was the last chief executive of parent SAirGroup, and the group's former head of finance Jacqualyn Fouse had failed to take action following the company's insolvency, and therefore caused "immense damage."
They were too late in filing for protection from creditors "" a step short of bankruptcy under Swiss law "" which led to a loss in liquidity of $143 million, the prosecution said.
Corti had released false information to the public covering up the extent of the financial problems, state prosecutor Ralph Ringger said.
Prosecuting Attorney Christian Weber said that, as the main person responsible for the collapse, Corti should be sentenced to 28 months in prison, but that 22 months of that sentence should be suspended.
Weber also demanded a penalty of $875,000 for Corti, which also would go unpaid after three years of good behavior, but that Corti be fined $8,100.
For all of the other defendants, prosecutors requested suspended sentences ranging up to 18 months, penalties up to $585,000 and fines up to $16,200.
Chris, thanks for posting this. Somehow I'm very doubtful that Corti will spend 6 months in jail. Also, the fines are laughable and I would be surprised if they even have to pay that.
Wow.... 6 whole months I don't know how he'd stand it.
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A round of applause for all nurses! National Nurses week begins on May 6, the official National Nurses Day, and ends on May 12, Florence Nightingale's birthday. The U.S. observed the very first National Nurse Week in October 1954 to correspond with the centennial of Florence Nightingale's service in the Crimean War. There were various celebrations to recognize nurses over the next several years, but it wasn't until 1982 when Ronald Reagan officially proclaimed May 6 as National Nurses Day. In 1990, the ANA expanded the recognition of nurses to a full week, a practice that continues today.
Advanced practice nurses don't always consider themselves part of this week-long nursing celebration, but many participate by honoring bedside nurses, the RNs and LPNs who provide direct patient care in traditional settings. The truth is that all nurses, regardless of their current roles or positions, started their careers as registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, trained in associate degree, baccalaureate or hospital schools of nursing. Becoming an advanced practice nurse through obtaining additional education does not preclude us from being recognized during Nurses Week, but perhaps as these dates approach, we can find new ways to be part of the history of the celebration. There are various reasons that nurses decide to become pediatric advanced practice providers, often related to their experiences as pediatric nurses or their exposure to an advanced practice provider mentor. Working in pediatric nursing positions developed in many of us the interest and passion to expand our reach and find new or more direct ways to care and advocate for children. I am sure that if we asked NPs to talk about their decisions to become pediatric advanced practice providers, each story would be unique, but include similar aspirations.
As we celebrate National Nurses Week, I invite you to share your story with a younger or even older, experienced nurse who may be interested in advancing their career and becoming more of an expert in child health. Today there are so many options and open positions for advanced practice pediatric nurses; there is so much information to share. Schools of nursing often offer open houses for interested applicants, why not consider doing the same in your local NAPNAP chapter? Is there a pediatric nurse whom you know who has gone above and beyond in advocating for children even within your own institution? You may want to consider a chapter award to recognize this person and invite them to come to your dinner or chapter meeting. You could start an annual tradition, which would most definitely add to the history of National Nurses Week; the possibilities are endless! Join us in our quest as experts in pediatric health care to advocate and care for children. While doing this, you will also be expanding our voice in many different arenas. Happy Nurses Week to all!


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Some New Waterford residents aren't happy about the cancellation of the annual Coal Dust Days parade, but they're also understanding.
Debbie Ross of New Waterford says it's sad, especially since she and her friends wanted to attend.
"They were coming home from away and wanted to see the parade, but they changed their plans," she said. "I understand the little girl in Yarmouth might have had something to do with it, so maybe there's not enough safety and they don't want to risk something happening."
Due to new Cape Breton Regional Municipality rules regarding public parade safety, the parade which was scheduled for July 14, will have to wait for next year. The municipality made changes to parade safety regulations last year, following the death of a four-year-old girl during a Christmas parade in Yarmouth.
Amy Walzak, an organizer for Coal Dust Days, said they didn't have time to account for the new regulations.
"We were unaware of the changed regulations for parade safety, and with it being last minute we didn't have enough time to do public outreach," she said. "I wouldn't say it was anyone's fault, but it was an unfortunate turn of events."
Making sure participants and parade watchers are safe is priority, she said.
"Safety is the most important thing, we want everyone attending to be safe."
The announcement of the cancellation on Friday was followed up with a social media post where organizers expressed appreciation for support and said they're working on making next year's parade even better.
"We've had an outpouring of volunteer requests, so right now we're looking to make next year's parade the best it can be."
The cancellation will not affect any other activities for Coal Dust Days. Participants will still be able to enjoy the planned activities, including art shows and sales, barbecues, a teddy bear picnic, an antique car show, live music and more.


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Hyderabad's brewery scene is at it's best phase right now and who's complaining you ask, no one! My weekend trips to Bangalore used to be all about the brew pubs there. Vapour is the new entrant in the Hyderabad brewery sector and it's their third venture in the country. My recent visit to the pub impressed me and how! The microbrewery is huge and divided into three levels. We chose to sit at the top-most level which also has the rooftop seating area and a huge screen projecting cricket for the IPL lovers!
I was invited for a review session with a crazy group of bloggers (crazy is definitely an understatement) and I loved the food. From their own brew, they served us the wheat, IPA, Stout and Blonde. I am not an expert at beer tasting, nor do I enjoy beer with all my heart. But yes, given a choice, I would vote Blonde the best and IPA the least, the latter had a strong bitter aftertaste. But again, I am not an expert here. The molecular B52 was crazy and seeing the bartender make it, was crazier! I am definitely downing it every time I visit Vapour! They need to work on the cocktails though. I tasted the aam panna and LIIT. The LIIT was very low on alcohol and wasn't impressive.
Moving on to the most important part, food. The chef is an amazing guy and a very interesting person to converse with. The food rides high on the new fad of molecular gastronomy. We were served :
Starters : Onion Rings, Mushroom Duplex, Palak Patta Chat, Corn and Cheese bites, Chicken 65, Chicken lollipop, Buffalo wings, Galawati kebab and Prawns Tempura! Whoa! It was so surprising for me to see a pub serve such amazing, lip-smacking food! The highlighted ones were the ones worth a try when you choose to hit the place! The onion rings weren't bland yet crispy. My favorite was the Prawns Tempura, crispy enough, not chewy and perfect seasoning.
Main Course : Thai Veg curry, Atta Chicken, Grilled fish. The atta chicken is an absolute must-have. The marination was perfect and the meat was super soft! Loved it. The grilled fish was another outstanding dish.
Dessert : There was this frozen caramelized pop-corn which is the coolest dish ever! Have it to experience it! The blueberry cheesecake tasted decent enough. I am not a huge fan of blueberry as I find it to be too sweet. But if you have a sweet tooth, go for this!
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TIMESKEDIRI, SURABAYA – As Surabaya grows denser and more populous, urban hotels are scattered around the area. They are providing the best services and facilities to their guests. One of the most reputable hotels in Surabaya is Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya at Pakuwon Indah.
Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya has 317 rooms that will fulfill the needs of the guests. There are four types of room, such as Deluxe Room, Premium Deluxe Room, Junior Suite Room, and Premium Suite Room. Every room is equipped with premium quality bed that will give you comfortable stay.
The guests may also enjoy the scrumptious Indonesian culinary with the traditional, old time ambience, at Djaman Doeloe Resto & Bar. This restaurant offers a comfortable ambience with interesting interior that reminds you of Indonesia in the old time.
Djaman Doeloe Resto & Bar also serves Rijsttafel, a fine dining ritual in the era of Dutch Colonialism, opened by an opening dance and followed by the presentation of Indonesian traditional dishes for the guests.
The parents and their children can also enjoy a warm family quality time in the swimming pool at Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya. This hotel has two swimming pools for anyone to relax or play with their children. The swimming pools are divided into kid swimming pool and Olympic-sized swimming pool.
This hotel is relatively near to the airport, Juanda Surabaya. It only needs 40 minutes to commute from Four Points to Juanda Surabaya.
"Aside from the premium quality service and facilities, this hotel also has a very strategic location in West Surabaya, surrounded with luxurious apartments and business center. This hotel is a very business-friendly for anyone who is in a business trip," said Alamsyah Jo, the Complex General Manager of Four Points.
Be it business trip or vacation stay, Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya at Pakuwon Indah is the best hotel to stay in Surabaya. (*)
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Synchronizing the NASSAU fan control
Making the NASSAU-33478 and 33487- DC-powered fan respond to the commands of the remote control is simple, just follow these steps:
1. After the installation and complete assembly, cut off the fan current for at least 10 seconds.
2. Insert the battery into the remote control.
3. Select the combination you want to use with the microswitches (1-2-3-4-5) on the back of the remote just above the battery.
4. Reconnect the fan to the mains. The receiver will be active for the synchronization only during the minute after reconnecting the current.
5. Press and hold the power button for 6-60 seconds or until the fan moves slightly.
6. Execute an order and the fan will obey you.
If the fan does not execute the command, repeat the operation again starting from the power cut mentioned in step 1
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If you have more than one fan in the same room and you want them to work independently, you should follow the same steps as above. You must assign a different combination of switches (1-2-3-4-5) for each of the fans to be controlled. But remember that you should also remove the current from each fan independently. A general or common cut of current wont work as it can induce the error and both fans would try to synchronize with the same control. The aim is that the operation of one fan does not affect the operation of other fans.
If you want to synchronize and control several NASSAUs with the same remote control, just send the same code (combination of switches (1-2-3-4-5)) to each of the fans to be controlled.
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Well my premie quilt didn't turn out quite as I wanted yesterday and now I have to redo that for my guild. Today I spent at my Mom's--keeping the puppies away from DH while the Eagles were playing (YEHHHHH EAGLES!). When I came home decided to treat myself with some alone time in the sewing room. I started playing with some machine applique. This was an experiment (unsuccessful) but VERY educational. I did okay with the fusing but learned a lot about stabilizers afterwards. Like I should have used a satin stitch to hold the applique down because of the kind of stabilizer I used. I also learned I had a lot more stitches than I thought on my machine (I never use the fancy stuff, why, I don't know).
Anyway, I am going to do some kind of birthday banner for Helena (her birthday is in February) and thought this cupcake would be cute. Not sure about the fabrics but sometimes I have to look through the camera's lense to check on my values. I think I will have fun with this!


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Inventory: The Key to Understanding Your Local Housing Market
Posted by Emily Ray-Porter Group on Tuesday, September 20th, 2011 at 10:35am.
NEW YORK (MainStreet) -- Want a quick way to figure out if your city or town is rallying on home values? Check out your area's home sales inventory.
A good, thorough look at local home inventories can tell you how much your home is really worth, and what are its chances of selling if and when you decide to put it on the market. By and large, home prices decline as local home inventories rise. That's because with more competing inventory, home sellers in such locations often reduce the prices of their homes, which sets off a cascading effect among other sellers who are forced to lower the prices of their homes, too, to keep their chances of selling at a premium.
Housing industry research data bears this theory out. According to Altos Research, seven of 26 U.S. markets reported declining home prices in July, while home inventories in each of those seven areas were on the rise. Perhaps worse for local homeowners, Altos notes that housing inventories were up, on average, 1.59% in July. The firm also says that 21 of the 26 markets covered showed higher inventories that month, compared to 11 of those 26 in June.
But Realtor.org says the bigger picture is a bit brighter, as home inventories when looked at over a three-year period show a dramatic improvement.
"The housing market is still not yet back to normal, but the inventory component is moving in the right direction," says Realtor.org chief economist Lawrence Yun. "There were 3.6 million existing homes on the market for sale, down measurably from the peak inventory of 4.6 million in the summer months of 2008. Taking into account the normal seasonal drop in inventory during the autumn to winter months, by January/February there could be only 3 million homes for available sale. At that point, the necessary balance would be provided for home prices to make sustained gains in most local markets because the corresponding months' supply could well be in the six to seven-month range (even assuming there was no measurable pick up in home sales)."
Here's a good rule of thumb on home inventories and the sales value of your home. The real estate firm Keller Williams uses a formula called the Days of Inventory (DOI), or "absorption rate". The days of inventory number is derived from two key factors: active inventory and sold homes. According to Keller Williams, at 297 days, it would take roughly 10 months to sell every piece of inventory in a local market. A market with more than six months supply would usually qualify as a buyer's market, the realtor says. And a market with less than six months of supply is defined as a seller's market. Currently that DOI for the Dallas Downtown, Uptown, Turtle Creek market is 224.47 days.
There's no doubt that home inventories are a huge driver of local home prices. If you're thinking of selling your home, check with a local realtor and find out what the inventory picture in your community looks like. If the inventory is six months or higher, you may find that the best way to get the price you want may be simply to wait.


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Apple's CEO Promises to Discriminate Against Views He Doesn't Like - That May Include Franklin Graham's Biblical Response
If Apple doesn't like your type of speech or news content, they will ban it. That's what Apple's CEO Tim Cook recently told the liberal Anti-Defamation League when the organization presented Cook with the "Courage Against Hate" award. Responding directly to Cook in a Facebook post, Franklin Graham asked the question, "Who defines Morality?" And Graham reminded his followers that Cook's comments "should concern all of us."
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In a land ravaged by the undead, Ben and Mickey must learn to survive each other.
The Battery is a 2012 American independent zombie comedy-drama horror film and the directorial debut of Jeremy Gardner.
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The personalities of two former baseball players clash as they traverse the rural back roads of a post-plague New England teeming with the undead.
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Stories We Tell is a 2012 Canadian documentary film written and directed by Sarah Polley and produced by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB).
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A film that excavates layers of myth and memory to find the elusive truth at the core of a family of storytellers.
September 22, 2015
CLONED: The Recreator Chronicles (2012) Trailer
A group of teenagers stumble upon a secret lab and encounter superior clones of themselves.
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August 10, 2015
The Tall Man (2012) Trailer
The Tall Man
Fear Takes a New Shape
The Tall Man is a 2012 Canadian and French mystery-thriller film written and directed by Pascal Laugier.
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When her child goes missing, Julia Denning (Jessica Biel) looks to unravel the legend of the Tall Man, an entity who allegedly abducts children...
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August 07, 2015
Lesson of the Evil (2012) Trailer
Aku no kyôten
Everyone in class,slaughtered.
Aku no Kyōten (悪の教典, literally "Lesson of Evil"), known in English as Lesson of the Evil, is a 2012 Japanese slasher film directed by Takashi Miike, starring Hideaki Itō.
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Cool and charismatic English teacher Seiji Hasumi (ITO) is popular with students and teachers alike. He inspires trust and respect from his class, greeting many with an affectionate, if irritating, ruffle of the hair. But his actions soon take a turn, revealing something dark behind that charming smile. Students become suspicious when friends slowly start to disappear, but little do they know that absolute jaw-dropping carnage is just around the corner.
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August 04, 2015
All That Matters Is Past (2012) Trailer
All That Matters Is Past (Norwegian: Uskyld) is a 2012 Norwegian drama film directed by Sara Johnsen.
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Two brothers in their forties are found dead in the forest. By their side lies a woman, very weak, but still alive...
Janne meets William after many years of separation. She leaves her family to live with him in a cabin by the river. They re-create the feeling of love and lust they had as children, as sweethearts playing in the woods.
One day a Chinese baby girl is found floating down the river, and they realize William's brother is haunting them again. William and Janne run further into the woods in an attempt to escape their nemesis.
Thale (2012) Trailer
In a cellar, dark and deep, I lay my dearest down to sleep; A secret they would like to keep.
Thale is a 2012 Norwegian supernatural horror film directed and written by Aleksander L. Nordaas.
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July 30, 2015
Wings (2012) Trailer
Ot vinta 3D
Wings (Russian: От винта 3D) is a 2012 Russian animated film directed by Olga Lopato.
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A few weeks before a big airshow competition one young aircraft fighter gets his acceptance letter to take part in this prestigious competition. Determined to be the next champion, Ace ventures out to find and train with Colonel, a legendary retired aircraft fighter. As training begins Colonel sets a very disciplined schedule teaching Ace new aircraft tricks and speed tactics. As training continues, lurking in the wings of the flight training camp, Cyclone sets up an evil plan, using Windy as bait, to distract Ace and make sure that he will be the next airshow champion. On the day of the big competition, Ace and Cyclone compete against each other leaving only one brave aircraft fighter, not only the champion, but a hero. Written by LIonsgate
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July 27, 2015
The Apparition (2012) Trailer
The Apparition
Once you believe, you die.
The Apparition is a 2012 American supernatural horror thriller film written and directed by Todd Lincoln and starring Ashley Greene, Sebastian Stan, Tom Felton, Julianna Guill and Rick Gomez.
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When frightening events start to occur in their home, young couple Kelly (Ashley Greene) and Ben (Sebastian Stan) discover they are being haunted by a presence that was accidentally conjured during a university parapsychology experiment. The horrifying apparition feeds on their fear and torments them no matter where they try to run. Their last hope is an expert in the supernatural (Tom Felton), but even with his help they may already be too late to save themselves from this terrifying force...
Grabbers (2012) Trailer
Take your best shot.
Grabbers is a 2012 Irish-British monster film directed by Jon Wright and written by Kevin Lehane.
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When an island off the coast of Ireland is invaded by bloodsucking aliens, the heroes discover that getting drunk is the only way to survive.
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July 26, 2015
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) Trailer
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
The end is coming soon
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World is a 2012 comedy-drama film written and directed by Lorene Scafaria, in her directorial debut.
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"Seeking a Friend for the End of the World" stars Golden Globe Award winner Steve Carell and Academy Award nominee Keira Knightley and is the feature directorial debut of screenwriter Lorene Scafaria. Set in a too-near future, the movie explores what people will do when humanity's last days are at hand. As the respective journeys of Dodge (Mr. Carell) and Penny (Ms. Knightley) converge, the two spark to each other and their outlooks - if not the world's - brighten.
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Season Passes, Game Tickets, and Football Parking Passes can be purchased on the GoFan online portal. Purchasing instructions can be found here. If you have any questions, email Neil Weiner.
We are pleased to offer businesses and organizations a number of marketing opportunities through our Athletics Sponsorship Program. If you have questions, please review our sports marketing kit or email Kyle Bove. In addition to the sponsorship opportunities described below, we also offer game sponsorships. If you prefer, you may also make a designated gift in support one or more of our athletic teams. Thank you to our 2019-2020 Top-Level Sponsors!
We offer multi-tiered advertising opportunities for our top-level sponsors. Benefits include indoor, outdoor, or digital signage at one or more of our athletic venues, commercials, live interviews, on-air recognition and logo display on the Broadcast Dunham Network, PA announcements, and in-kind giveaways. Become a Top-Level Sponsor.
Promote your brand through the Dunham Broadcasting Network during livestream coverage of varsity football, volleyball, basketball, and baseball games. Packages start at $250 and include opportunities such as live on-air interviews and recognition, commercials, logo display, and scoreboard sponsorships.
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In addition to the sponsorship opportunities described above, we also offer a limited number of game sponsorships and football roster card sponsorships. If you prefer, you may also make a designated gift in support of one or more of our athletic teams.
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Today's wedding planner interview is with Cathy of Cathy's Elegant Events, based in upstate New York in the charming town of Hudson! Enjoy:
Tell us a bit about yourself and your company.
We have been planning events in New York State and the surrounding areas since 2011. Our work has brought us from Plattsburgh to Queens, to Central Massachusetts, all over Upstate New York, and the Hudson Valley. What started as a hobby quickly turned into a business. We pride ourselves in fulfilling our clients visions while also adding a personal touch to make each event unique to that couple.
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For the Love of StepDeborah Puskarich
Year Released: 2005
Categories: Step Aerobics
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For the Love of Step (about 40:00 total)
Warmup (6:00)
Step (29:00)
Stretch (5:00)
This is a Sara's City Production on the newer set, kind of spartan but nothing objectionable. The sound is clear. The camera shots are a little blurry in a couple of spots, but not for long. Gay Gasper is the only backgrounder.
The warmup consists of very simple choreography and a stretch. I was kind of bored. The step section has some really interesting choreography that is well taught. Intensity is moderate; choreography is high intermediate in complexity, similar to Rob Glick's.
My biggest objection to this video is the music; it's bland instrumental and extremely unmotivating.
Overall grade: B
Instructor Comments:
Deborah is one of the pros. She cues very well and is excellent at teaching choreography.


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Psychologists are constantly wonder what makes people age they become more boring and pessimistic. British scientists 11 years investigated the health status of people living alone or with family relationships.
During analysis, the scientists were able to establish that the constant quarrels within the family, destroy the optimism in relationships. It turns optimistic people in these pessimists.
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Scientists had 11 years of watching family relations volunteers, and at the end of the study conducted testing that evaluated the emotional response of people. With frequent quarrels volunteers almost did not respond to positive stimuli studies.


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I have a bathroom medicine cabinet with three doors. One of the hinges broke and I can't find this type of hinge anywhere in store or online. It's a frameless european type hinge, but here is the twist: the mount holes for the cabinet are turned 90 degrees from the mount for the door. This allows the hinge to be screwed to the bottom and top of the inside of the cabinet instead of the side like normal. Any idea where I could find these type of hinges, or a specific same to help with my search. Thanks for any help


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Because the judgment provided an impermissible double recovery for medical expenses and cure, the injured worker was to elect between the two; the trial court did not err by including court reporter's charges for copies of trial testimony used during trial, for purposes of tex. R. Civ. P. 131 And tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code ann. § 31.007(B)
WEEKS Marine, Inc., Appellant v. Edgar Eduardo BARRERA, Appellee
2010 Tex. App. LEXIS 438
January 27, 2010, Filed
PROCEDURAL POSTURE: Appellant company challenged a decision of the 381st Judicial District Court, Starr County (Texas), which (1) entered judgment for appellee worker for damages, including medical expenses, cure, attorney fees, and costs under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ann. § 31.007(b) (2008), in the worker's suit alleging negligence and unseaworthiness, (2) denied a mistrial, (3) allowed certain testimony, and (4) excluded certain photographs.
OVERVIEW: The worker was injured while working on a vessel owned by the company. The worker brought this action and was awarded damages. The court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded. The medical expenses and the cure award were for the same damages for the same time period for the worker's injuries caused by his accident. There was no reasonable basis to find that the two awards were anything other than a double recovery for the same damages, such that the court reversed and remanded for the worker to elect one award or the other. The trial court did not abuse its discretion by including court reporter's charges for copies of trial testimony that was used during the trial, for purposes of Tex. R. Civ. P. 131 and Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ann. § 31.007(b) (2008). Costs awarded for an interpreter were also proper. The company did not explain on what issue the dates on certain photographs were relevant and the company did not show how the exclusion of the dates on the back of the photographs led to the rendition of an improper judgment for purposes of Tex. R. App. P. 44.1, such that the company's claim in this regard failed.
OUTCOME: The court reversed the two awards for medical expenses and cure and on remand, the worker was to elect between the two. The court reversed the attorney fee award, which was remanded for a determination of the amount of fees if the worker elected the cure award and waived medical expenses under the negligence claim. The trial court did not err in awarding costs, denying a mistrial, allowing certain testimony, and excluding certain photographs.
In a case in which a seaman sued his employer seeking compensation for negligence under the jones act and under the general maritime doctrine of unseaworthiness, the employer had a right to a jury trial of the seaman's claims.
JUSTIN ENDICOTT, Respondent, v. ICICLE SEAFOODS, INC., Appellant.
167 Wn.2d 873; 2010 Wash. LEXIS 2
January 7, 2010, Filed
PROCEDURAL POSTURE: A fish cart crushed plaintiff seaman's arm while he was working aboard defendant employer's ship. The seaman sued the employer, seeking compensation for negligence under the Jones Act and under the general maritime doctrine of unseaworthiness. After a bench trial, the King County Superior Court, Washington, ruled for the seaman on both claims and awarded him damages and prejudgment interest. The employer appealed.
OVERVIEW: This case required the court to decide whether a defendant in a Jones Act and general maritime suit filed in state court has a right to a jury trial and whether prejudgment interest is available in such a case. The court held that the employer had a right to a jury trial of the seaman's claims. The Jones Act does not provide the plaintiff a substantive federal right to determine the mode (jury/nonjury) of trial. The Jones Act entitles the plaintiff to elect only the jurisdictional basis for the suit. Once the plaintiff has chosen a suit at law in state court, state procedural law determines whether the parties may demand a jury trial. The Washington Constitution affords Jones Act litigants a jury trial right because the Jones Act is rooted in negligence and so fits within the jury trial right's 1889 purview. The seaman had no substantive right to a nonjury trial. The court further held that prejudgment interest is available in mixed maritime cases. If the employer was concerned that it might have to pay interest on damages arising solely out of the Jones Act claim, it could ask for a special verdict form apportioning damages.
OUTCOME: The judgment below was vacated, and the case was remanded for a new trial.
The American rule barring the shifting of attorneys' fees was a feature of maritime law, which governed the interpretation of the parties' dredging contract, and the georgia prompt payment act (gppa) was in direct conflict with that principle, and the party prevailing in the suit involving the contract was not entitled to fees under the gppa.
MISENER MARINE CONSTRUCTION, INC., Plaintiff-Counter-Defendant-Counter-Claimant-Appellee, versus NORFOLK DREDGING COMPANY, et. al.
January 21, 2010, Filed
PROCEDURAL POSTURE: Plaintiff general contractor, a marine construction company, sued defendant subcontractor, a dredging company, for negligence and breaches of contract and of warranty. Defendant counterclaimed for payment on the contract, interest, and attorneys' fees under the Georgia Prompt Pay Act (GPPA), O.C.G.A. § 13-11-1 et seq. Defendant prevailed, but the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia denied its fee request. Defendant appealed.
OVERVIEW: The dredging contract at issue did not contain a choice-of-law provision nor a provision providing for attorneys' fees. The contract was maritime in nature and thus the district court properly applied substantive maritime law. Defendant's argument that Eleventh Circuit precedent supported the application of the GPPA to dredging cases was based on a misinterpretation of the court's precedent and had no merit. The GPPA did not supplement substantive maritime law. The American Rule that each party generally had to bear its own attorneys' fees was a characteristic feature of maritime law. The GPPA would have contravened that established rule of maritime law. Further, a clearly established exception existed wherein defendant was free to contract for the indemnification of attorneys' fees but chose not to include such a provision in the contract, and the court refused to give defendant a second bite at the apple by way of the GPPA. The court was not about to allow defendant to alter the terms of its contract through the retroactive injection of a state law that contravened a principle of substantive maritime law.
OUTCOME: The court affirmed the judgment of the district court.
There was no manifest error in a trial court's judgment denying an employee's request for maintenance and cure because the trial court's determination that the employee was not credible was not clearly wrong where the unwitnessed incident itself was questionable and where the testimony of the employee's coworkers cast doubts on his testimony.
January 6, 2010, Decided
PROCEDURAL POSTURE: Plaintiff employee filed an action against defendant employer under the Jones Act, 46 U.S.C.S. § 30104. The employer filed a reconventional demand. The employee refused the employer's offer of judgment under La. Code Civ. Proc. Ann. art. 970. The Civil District Court, Orleans Parish (Louisiana), dismissed with prejudice the employee's claims and denied the employer's subsequent motion for judgment. Both parties appealed.
OVERVIEW: There was no manifest error in the trial court's judgment denying the employee's request for maintenance and cure. The trial court's determination that the employee was not credible was not clearly wrong. The incident itself was questionable. It was unwitnessed and the testimony of his coworkers cast doubts on the employee's testimony. The employee had an addiction to medication. He had a previous lumbar injury for which he received medical treatment and medication, which condition he failed to report when he was hired by the employer. The trial court's judgment was silent as to the disposition of the reconventional demand and, therefore, the demand was deemed denied. The employer cited no authority for the proposition that it was entitled to restitution from the employee for maintenance and cure payments which it unnecessarily paid to him or on his behalf. There was no cause of action against a seaman for restitution of maintenance and cure payments already made. Finally, the trial court was correct in denying relief on the employer's demand arising from its offer of judgment pursuant to La. Code Civ. Proc. Ann. art. 970.
OUTCOME: The court affirmed the judgment.
When an employee sued an owner of a maritime salvage business for unpaid wages and unreimbursed expenses, admiralty and maritime jurisdiction alone did not permit removal because of the savings-to-suitors clause of 28 u.S.C.S. § 1333(1), since the employer did not show the employee's state law claims frustrated a fundamental tenet of admiralty law.
JOHN RAFTER, PLAINTIFF v. WILLIAM STEVENSON, DEFENDANT
2010 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 7753
January 28, 2010, Decided
PROCEDURAL POSTURE: Plaintiff employee sued defendant employer in state court for unpaid wages and unreimbursed expenses. The employer removed to federal court, asserting admiralty and maritime jurisdiction, and moved to amend his notice of removal to assert federal question jurisdiction. The employee moved to remand to state court and moved for attorney fees and costs, under 28 U.S.C.S. § 1447(c).
OVERVIEW: The employer's motion to amend his removal notice was untimely because (1) it was filed after the 30-day period in 28 U.S.C.S. § 1446(b), and (2) it asserted federal question jurisdiction, instead of seeking to clarify admiralty and maritime jurisdiction first asserted. No federal question jurisdiction was shown because (1) no federal question was pled, under 28 U.S.C.S. § 1331, (2) an attempt to assert a federal counterclaim did not create federal jurisdiction, and (3) a federal defense, including preemption, did not create such jurisdiction, as nothing showed preemption. Removal was improper because (1) the complaint asserted no federal claim, (2) the employee's right to relief did not depend on federal law, as he could not seek the remedies in 46 U.S.C.S. §§ 10504 or 10313, (3) federal admiralty and maritime jurisdiction did not permit removal, and (4) his claims did not frustrate a fundamental tenet of admiralty law, so the saving to suitors clause in 28 U.S.C.S. § 1333(1) required remand. The employee was entitled to attorney fees and costs because the employer lacked an objectively reasonable basis for removing to federal court and resisting remand.
OUTCOME: The employer's motion to amend was denied, the employee's motion to remand was granted, and the employee's motion for attorney fees and costs was granted.


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Homily of then-Archbishop Justin Rigali for the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, February 11, 1998 in the Cathedral of Saint Louis
On this feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Church celebrates the World Day of the Sick. She proclaims the value of human life, the value of suffering together with Christ, and the value of all efforts made to alleviate human suffering. She expresses immense gratitude to all who in various ways assist the sick.
The following is a homily of then-Archbishop Justin Rigali in the Cathedral of Saint Louis, February 11, 1998.
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It's a colorful time of year in Chile. Flags are waving, kites are flying, and costumes are everywhere. School programs are in full force as children celebrate Chilean independence. With five children attending three different schools, we've had a busy schedule the past few weeks! For the most part it has been fun, and now that the last program has ended I wanted to document these memories of our five fabulous kiddos.
Eva is 12 years old and in 6th grade. Her class re-enacted the 1818 Battle of Maipu, in which a victory "bought an end to major Spanish operations in Chile" (according to Wikipedia.) One of the class moms was able to obtain actual merchant marine uniforms for the students. Although Eva was a bit chagrined to dress (in her words) "like a boy" she actually made a lovely soldier. As mentioned in a previous post, this has been a tough year for Eva in school but special events like these bring a spark of enjoyment and a refreshing change of pace with her school friends.
Isabel is 11 years old and in 5th grade. She could not have been more delighted with her class' choice of performance, as they re-created a scene from Chilean history which culminated in a fancy ballroom celebration. Thus she had the privilege of renting a gorgeous gown and she looked (and felt) as pretty as a princess! Isabel generally enjoys school, especially the social aspect, and according to her teacher is well-liked by all her classmates. It was special to see her joy that evening as she twirled happily among them.
Owen is 8 years old and in 2nd grade. He has been a trooper through many educational transitions due to teacher changes, furlough challenges, etc. but he continues to love going to school and never seems to lack company and camaraderie. His class did a presentation on the traditional Chilean circus, and he was thrilled to be designated an "acrobat" for the night. He had fun with his cartwheels and somersaults. A friend from church created his outfit and we thought it was quite sensational!
Ian is 5 years old and in Pre-Kindergarten. Truth be told, I doubt there is anyone happier than Ian on any given school morning. He absolutely cherishes the opportunity to be with his classmates and keep his teacher on her toes. Ian was beyond thrilled to perform two dances in his program for school. He definitely got highest marks for enthusiasm! The first dance was the guaracha and the second, the cueca. He dressed as a huaso de salon (fancy cowboy.) What a handsome, happy guy.
Alec is 5 years old and in Pre-Kindergaten (at a different school.) He and Ian are best buds but very different in personality. Alec is much more serious about going to school and much more inhibited when it comes time to participate in programs for the parents. He is cute to watch because it is obvious he is trying hard to do every move "just so" as he has been taught, and because he keeps eye contact with Mommy the entire time. His class did a dance from southern Chile called "el pavo y la pava" ("he turkey and she turkey") with handsome costumes made just for the occasion. Alec's favorite part was the dressing up - he is all about fashion!
In addition to the musical/theatrical programs for the parents, each school also has its special days for "taste testing" Chilean cuisine, highlighting typical games of the season, and dressing up specifically as Chilean huasos and huasas. Sometimes these activities are just for the kids and other times they are for the parents as well. In the case of our oldest three, their school held a "fiesta criolla" with a degustacion de comida tipica and we were responsible to purchase food items and decorate a stand for Eva's 6th grade class. This photo was taken there and summarizes the sense of celebration of the entire month of September.
We are thankful for the privilege of serving Christ in this special land!


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Friday 22nd June was not only a good day for golf, but also a great day for fundraising as this year's " Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery Limited Charity Golf Day " was held at Canwick Park Golf Club. The day saw 13 teams of four battle it out for the trophy, with additional awards for the best placed individual, nearest the pin, and straightest drive. In total the event will raise in excess of £2,500 for the Prostate Cancer UK Charity.
Rilmac Fabrication, along with the rest of the Rilmac Group were proud to be able to support this fundraising effort by sponsoring, and providing, the shirts for the day. Every player had their own polo shirt, emblazoned with the Siemens and Prostate Cancer UK logos, along with Rilmac's own. There was also a team from Rilmac who enjoyed a competitive round before the post-game BBQ.
The Rilmac team, Michael Woods, Ryan Hubbard, Graham Prince and Paul Coathup, playing as the 'Rilmac Ruffians' finished third, just outside the prizes. The team trophy went to 'The Happy Hackers' with 'The OAPs' as runners up. Andy Scurr and Maz Zicardi were 1st and 2nd place individual players respectively, with the straightest drive going to Tom Bartley and nearest the pin to Andrew Shepherd.
"Rilmac have a strong relationship with SITL," said Terry Cutter, director at Rilmac Fabrication, "and it is fantastic to be able to support them in this, helping to raise funds for such an important charity."
Jeff Upton, SITL Charity Golf Day organiser said, "A huge thank you to Rilmac for the support and sponsorship on Friday."
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Five Irish women request abortion pills online every day, a study suggests.
The data comes from a survey of 1,000 women who contacted the site 'Women on Web' between 2010 and 2012.
Researchers found that just 3% of women experienced complications and had to seek medical help.
Dr Abigail Aiken, Assistant Professor at the University of Texas, carried out the study.
She says many women seeking help online are desperate, and use the pills "under a shroud of isolation, stigma, and terror of criminal prosecution".
She said: "While looking for online telemedicine, women - in a study of 40 women that we interviewed about their abortions - told us about trying some very upsetting things... like jumping in front of traffic, or having somebody punch them in the stomach.
"They were able to not use those options because they found online telemedicine."
Dr Aiken was speaking at an event organised by Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger, who is campaigning for a 'Yes' vote in this month's referendum on the Eighth Amendment.
Deputy Coppinger observed: "The experience of using the pills is positive for most - it saves women the trauma and expense of travel and very few need medical follow-up.
"The widespread use of the pills shows that the proposed post-Repeal legislation for abortion access to 12 weeks is vital, unless we want 92% of abortions to remain in illegality."
Reporting by Paul Quinn and Stephen McNeice