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Martinez left frustrated as Fulham jinx continues for Latics after DW defeat
Roberto Martinez pointed to a slow start made by his team and lapses in concentration, as major factors in Latics' 2-1 defeat to against Fulham at the DW Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Former Wigan Athletic striker Hugo Rodallega opened the scoring in the first-half, before Damien Duff scored what was to be the winning goal on the hour-mark, with Arouna Kone firing a consolation strike in stoppage time.
Despite a late surge forward following the Ivorian's first home goal of the season, the damage was done and Latics couldn't find a way back into the game, with Martinez telling Latics Player afterwards:
"We didn't start well enough; on the ball we were slow, a bit pedestrian and couldn't find that forward pass that always seemed to be there.
"From there onwards we made things complicated for ourselves, conceding a first-half goal at a crucial time.
"However, the response from the players was good, taking control of the game and showing real momentum either side of half time which was reflected in the post-match stats.
"But again, we conceded a goal at another important point which wasn't good enough. If we want to get positive results we need more concentration and intensity in defence when we're on top of the game – we can't afford to be hurt so much on a counter-attack.
"We created very good opportunities throughout the game that we just couldn't take until it was too late in the day, and for some reason Fulham continue to be an opposition we can't take a positive result from."
The late introduction of Ryo Miyaichi and Callum McManaman sparked new life into Latics' attack which was without Franco Di Santo, with McManaman winning the corner which led to his team's goal and Miyaichi a threat on the left wing.
Ben Watson was also handed his first league start of the season in place of James McArthur who dropped to the bench.
Martinez spoke of the changes and impact made by his youthful substitutes:
"Ryo and Callum came off the bench and had a contagious effect on the team, showing a positive momentum and helping to get a late goal.
"It was disappointing not to have Franco available for the game. We thought he could shrug off a calf injury picked up after that tackle from Danny Welbeck last weekend at Old Trafford, but he picked up another slight knock in training which ruled him out.
"James is still recovering from his back injury and slowly he's getting back to his full physical fitness by working very hard. We've got a big squad and all the players need opportunities to play and opportunities to rest also."


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A month has passed since I posted the last of my National Poetry Month blog essays for 2009. It seems longer than a month, far longer. Even so, this time away was necessary to digest all of this years poems. Time apart from something we know and love teaches us a great deal. An athlete who trains daily will surely notice decreases in strength and stamina if he or she takes a month long break. A couple who spends a month apart will notice intricate details, some good and some bad, about themselves, their partner, and their relationship. A refugee who finally returns safely to his or her homeland will possess a dramatically altered perspective on life at home and abroad. We convince by our presence, but sometimes absence can be just as stirring.
e.e. cummings said "to destroy is the first step in any creation." Gertrude Stein believed that "it takes a lot of time to be a genius, you have to sit around so much doing nothing, really doing nothing." For William Butler Yeats it wasn't a question of inactivity; he knew that you "do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; but make it hot by striking." Randall Jarrell offered an explanation about poetry that fits for pretty much any vocation, from family man to rock star, he wrote, "a good poet is someone who manages, in a lifetime of standing out in thunderstorms, to be struck by lighting five or six times." Each of these quotations contains strings of truth and if we braid them together we might be able to come to a lasting conclusion. If we take Jarrell's consistency, luck, and lowered expectations, Yeats' carpe diem-ness, Stein's patience and focus, and cummings' courage to be truly ruthless and different in creating---well, then we've got something transcendent and epiphanous. We have combinations that seemingly should not exist together: we have absence and presence.
Each year that I continue this blog I feel clouds gathering over head with rumbles of thunder. With your help one of those bolts of lightning that Jarrell spoke of will come my way. April 2010 is a long way away, but my preparation for next year's National Poetry Month blog begins now. I've depleted my stash of favorite poems, writing on over 60 of my favorites in the last two years, and as a result I've come up with a unique experiment for next year. It will raise the level of audience interactiveness on my blog to an all-time high. Take a moment to reread your favorite poem—think about why you love it, how it strikes you and has stayed with you long after reading it, what it has taught you or made you see differently. After you've done this brief exploration, I challenge you to send me a quick note with the name of your favorite poem and the poet responsible for writing it. If I'm able to collect enough of "your favorite poems" then my plan is read them all and write essays based on your favorite poems...and if you decide to include some comments with your favorite poem then I'll certainly make sure they are also included alongside my essay on your favorite poem. The challenge has been delivered!
Take your time, but please know that I'm looking forward to hearing from each and every one of you.


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The Patriots released their official practice participation report for Wednesday and, as expected, tight end Rob Gronkowski didn't take part.
Gronkowski has not been wearing the walking boot to protect his sprained left ankle that he was sporting last week, but the injury is still too much for him to take part in practice. There are two more practices this week and Gronkowski's status for those sessions is unknown. The team is investigating a special cleat for him to wear on Sunday, but all indications remain that he will be on the field.
Tackle Matt Light, who missed Tuesday's media day with an illness, was a full participant. Tackle Sebastian Vollmer was limited with the rarely seen flu/back/foot combo. Wide receiver Wes Welker, linebacker Brandon Spikes and guard Logan Mankins highlighted a list of nine other limited Patriots, but they and Vollmer are also expected to suit up come Sunday.
On the Giants side, nobody missed practice. Running back Ahmad Bradshaw, wide receiver Hakeem Nicks, defensive end Osi Umenyiora, cornerback Corey Webster and linebacker Jacquian Williams were all limited. Like the limited Patriots, all are expected to play.This video is no longer available. Click here to watch more NBC Sports videos!


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Gordon Brown Begins Red Dwarf Project
A fusing of political iconography and Dwafishness.
14 May, 2010
Despite leading with what must be the most irresistible headline in reddwarf.co.uk's history, we should first be entirely honest: we're not actually referring to the recently-deposed former prime minister of Great Britain.
This Gordon Brown is a sculptor from Ravenshead, Nottinghamshire, and the Nottingham Post reports that he's creating a Mount Rushmore 'parody' which will feature the Boys From The Dwarf.
The South Dakota monument, featuring the heads of American Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Teddy Roosevelt, will be recreated at a significantly smaller scale - around A4 paper size - with the faces of Rimmer, Lister, Cat and Kryten on behalf the show's own Danny John-Jules, who has previously commissioned a bronze bust of himself from the same artist.
The project is being worked on at the Longdale Craft Centre.
Children will be able to come round and watch me do it because I will be working on it near the entrance, said Not-That-Gordon Brown. You can find out more about the centre
on their website.
reddwarf.co.uk has been unable to confirm rumours that David Cameron is constructing a version of the Venus de Milo with Kristine Kochanski's face.
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Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat is a temple complex near the city of Siem Reap in central Cambodia. The temples were constructed between the 9th and 12th centuries as a holy capital for the kings of Cambodia. Most of the temples are surrounded by moats and contain artificial lakes. Vegetation has grown up around and through the complex, surrounding some of the temples with huge tree roots, which only adds to its mystical appearance. Numerous companies in Siem Reap offer tours of the complex, or travelers can explore it on their own. Daily and weekly passes are available.
>> Top Things to See and Do at Angkor Wat
Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
The Royal Palace of the Khmer kings is in downtown Phnom Penh and is still the home of the country's king and his family. Parts of the palace are open to the public for tours, including the throne hall where kings are crowned. The palace is built in a traditional Khmer style, and is heavily decorated with gold, brocades and other luxury materials. Nearby, the Silver Pagoda is the king's Buddhist temple, and contains a statue of the Buddha made of gold and covered in diamonds, as well as another statue of Buddha entirely in crystal. The temple floors are of silver, hence its name.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
In the mid-1970s a military regime called the Khmer Rouge, led by Pol Pot, took over Cambodia, instituting a reign of terror and genocide that eventually killed nearly 2 million people. Tuol Sleng (tuolslengmuseum.com) was a high school that the Khmer Rouge turned into a secret prison where thousands of Cambodians were tortured and killed. Today Tuol Sleng is a museum and memorial dedicated to the victims of the Khmer Rouge. It has exhibits about the prison, including thousands of photographs of inmates, year-round.
Bokor National Park
Bokor National Park is in the southern part of Cambodia and was originally founded as a French colony during the early to mid-20th century. The park has numerous protected eco systems and features a wide variety of endangered species indigenous to Southeast Asia. Most of the French buildings are still standing on site, although they have all been abandoned for decades. The large hotel and casino (also known as the Bokor Palace) at the top of Bokor Hill is a popular tourist destination, not only to explore the ruins of the hotel, but also for the views of the park and the coastline.


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Hearty souls by the hundreds
LACEY - One man wore a bikini. A father and son were dressed identically as tourists in matching Hawaiian shorts and straw hats, with sandals on their feet and sunblock on their noses. Another group wore costumes from "The Wizard of Oz."
These were just a few of the getups worn by revelers who woke up early Friday to start the new year off with a cold swim in the not-quite-icy waters of Long Lake. The celebration, known as the Polar Bear Plunge, is a tradition that started at Capitol Lake and now makes its home in Lacey. Swimmers were encouraged to bring canned goods for the local food bank, and by the end of the day a bin was filled with donated items.
A thermometer on the shore Friday showed a temperature of 52.5 degrees.
Byron Blount, who participates in the plunge every year, said the comparatively warm temperatures Friday brought in larger numbers. "Last year was cold," Blount said. "Hopefully the dock'll hold everybody."
Organizers said the crowd – swimmers and onlookers – numbered about 600.
Why do they do it? It's hard to find a good explanation.
"I'm not watching football," Blount said.
Pierre Bell, who brought his girlfriend to the plunge, said he wanted "to start this year off with a shocker. Something new. Something fresh."
Sarah Carr, dressed as Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz," came all the way from Salem, Ore. She said she enjoys "the adrenaline rush" she gets from diving in the water. Carr was a ringer for Dorothy, right down to her ruby-colored shoes.
"I'll definitely be think- ing there's no place like home once I get in the water," she said.
A light rain had started by the time organizers began the countdown to the plunge over a public-address system. The dock swayed gently with the weight of the swimmers as they eagerly awaited the go ahead to jump in.
"This is so cool, what a great way to start the new year," said Dana Anderson after taking the plunge.
Grayson Court of Seattle was wearing silver paint as the Tin Man from "The Wizard of Oz." His group included his fianceé dressed as the Cowardly Lion. He said his group wears differently themed costumes every year. He said no matter how many times he takes the plunge, the cold is always bracing. "It was freez- ing," he said after emerging from the lake. "It's still always a shock.


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WHAT:Sparta Systems, Inc., the maker of TrackWise® quality management software and the market leader in enterprise quality and compliance management solutions, today announced that it will present at the 6th Annual Global Food Safety Conference, to be held Sept. 6-7, 2011, in Rome. In a session titled "Addressing Food Safety Challenges with Quality and Compliance Management," Mohan Ponnudurai, Industry Principal for Sparta Systems, will educate attendees on best practices for leveraging quality management and compliance solutions to mitigate critical quality-related issues and ensure the safety of the products that reach store shelves.
Recently, international food safety incidents have raised serious concerns about the ability of companies to adequately ensure the consistent quality of products in the food supply chain, as well as the ability of these companies and the industry as a whole to identify the root cause of these problems. With global regulatory authorities promising stricter oversight of the food and beverage industry as a result, forward-thinking companies have sought the help of purpose-built quality management and compliance solutions to manage and automate critical quality and compliance processes. In this presentation, Mohan Ponnudurai will offer up simple, repeatable steps food companies can take to leverage these quality management systems within their organizations to effectively and efficiently comply with regulatory directives and, ultimately, better safeguard the consumers they serve.
WHO:Mohan Ponnudurai is Industry Principal for Sparta Systems, addressing the needs of the Food & Beverage and Oil & Gas sectors on how automated quality and compliance solutions like Sparta's TrackWise can be effectively used to manage, track and improve food safety-related processes in the global food supply chain.
WHEN:"Addressing Food Safety Challenges with Quality and Compliance Management" Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, 11:00-11:30 a.m. CEST
WHERE: The Radison BluVia Filippo Turati 171 IT-00185, Rome Italy
Founded in 1994, Sparta Systems is the world's premier provider of cloud and
on-premise quality management software. We offer the solutions, analytics, and expertise that speed up
quality and compliance. Our solutions help to lower risk, increase efficiency, and keep consumers safe
while allowing manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors to collaborate in a seamless and integrated
environment. Sparta is privately owned and headquartered in Hamilton N.J, with offices across Europe and
Asia. We support close to 1 million users across 700+ implementations, in more than 30 countries.
Companies in life sciences, consumer products, discrete manufacturing and more, rely on Sparta.
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Another day, more new ladies!! Say hello to Keisha and Helga!! Keisha is another College girl ready to get loose!! Enjoy as she drops a load on campus at her University. Is it me or does her massive load not look like the Shape of the State of New Jersey? lol! Helga is a sexy Half German, Half Latina Hotty that is real eager to impress!! Watch as she shakes that lovely ass of hers in front of the camera before squatting in reverse and even standing on the toilet! Enjoy as both of these hotties put on a show in this lovely debut!!
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Inspired by a gift sent to me by my friend and painter Chris Ludke, I welcomed our next Lunagirl Moonbeam Design Team Challenge: Spring Flowers & Birds.
For my birthday, Chris sent me an Answer Feather card. It is beautiful. Many people use a found feather as a traditional healing tool. The feather helps those looking for guidance or direction with a problem. It works something like this: When you are outdoors, catch a feather that crosses your path. Keep it with you or hide it in a special location until a solution becomes clear. Once you have the direction you seek, offer thanks, and release the feather back into nature.
The entire cycle of discovery and release resonated with me. How often are our answer there within us? All we need is a prompt to let the idea grow wings and fly. And isn't being fully present, mindful, when we are most aware of the magic that surrounds us?
My collage uses conventional ephemera from my collection as well as the lovely flowers and feathers from Lunagirl's stunning collage sheets. The final art is a digital collage
Will you give the Answer Feather a try? Perhaps you'll find just the perfect feather to inspire you to soar to new heights.


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GeekPhysical, a clever combination of an inventor and interaction designer, bring an interactive element into the social domain, and promote play, discussion, and exploration by creating experiences for people. GeekPhysical is made up of Dzl, inventor and engineer, (Danish) and Vanessa Carpenter, Master of Interaction Design (Canadian).
GeekPhysical will be building a series of small robots from servo-motors and easily CNC machined wooden parts. Each robot is capable of moving in a radius and up and down. We'll be experimenting with possibilities of daisy-chaining the robots to see what happens when they work together.
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Once you start families, a nicely supplied, effectively set up and well maintained house is a necessity. The moment you've the initial little one up to you, a responsibility can be forced after your shoulders. Every parent wants their son or daughter in order to value a life of high end and comfort. No person on earth would want to discover their child battle. For this reason it is the father's task to provide the very best existing to be able to his household. Mortgage broker
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The remains could be that of King Alfred the Great or his son Edward the Elder, scientists say.
Bones found in a box in a museum are believed to be those of King Alfred the Great or his son Edward the Elder, scientists from the University of Winchester have said.
Archaeologists carried out an exhumation of the grave at St Bartholomew's Church in Winchester, Hampshire, in March 2013 in a bid to find the last resting place of the ninth-century king.
Tests have shown that those remains were not the influential warrior king but further investigations have uncovered a pelvis bone which had been in storage at Winchester City Museum from a previous excavation carried out at the end of the 1990s.
Carbon dating has shown that this bone dates back to 895-1017, which scientists from the University of Winchester believe ties in with the death of the two kings and is unlikely to have come from anyone apart from the father or the son.
Dr Katie Tucker, researcher in human osteology at the University of Winchester, said she had been disappointed when the exhumed bones turned out to be much later than Alfred's time - the earliest of six partial skeletons found dated back to about 1100 - but said the subsequent find was an "amazing" discovery.
BBC Two presenter Neil Oliver was given exclusive access to historians and scientists investigating the final resting place of Alfred the Great.
In his programme The Search For Alfred The Great, which airs on BBC Two on Tuesday 21st January at 9pm, Neil Oliver investigates what happened to Alfred's remains after his death in 899 and follows the team as they exhume the contents of an unmarked grave.
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Sofa, settee, or couch?
What do you call the piece of furniture pictured below?
A while ago, we asked this question through a poll and the results were as follows: 58% were in favour of sofa, 29% plumped for couch, settee was chosen by 9%, and 4% of respondents went for something else entirely. It remains to be seen how this changes in our more recent poll.
Things look a little different when you consider the question from a USA v UK perspective. In terms of the UK, sofa was by far the word of choice, being three times as popular as its nearest rival settee. Couch limped in third, and perhaps the most surprising of all, no-one offered any alternatives. Compare this with the US, and the picture looks very different. Couch was the most popular, but was only marginally ahead of sofa in this regard. More people opted for 'other' than for settee, which is clearly not the name of choice across the pond.
Among the 'other' suggestions offered, love seat was the most popular choice, so clearly there are many romantics who read our blog (mainly from the United States). Honourable mentions must go to the alternatives some voters offered: davenport and chesterfield. These in particular illustrate regional variation beautifully, as to British ears they sound rather arch, whereas in North America they are merely descriptive of a particular style and brand.
Any idea which of these items we have been parking ourselves on for the longest? That award goes to 'couch', which the OED records as far back as a1500:
a1500 (1450) Merlin (1899) xxix. 580 Thei … satte doun on a cowche that was covered with a cloth of silke.
The first recorded instance of 'sofa' dates to the early part of the 18th century, as this quotation illustrates:
1717 G. Berkeley Jrnl. Tour Italy in Wks. (1871) IV. 530 The bridegroom sits on a very low sort of seat not unlike an oriental sofa.
So, different names for comfy places to sit have been around for over 500 years – that's a lot of reading / lounging / TV-watching…


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Click on the Galleries by Market Segment link above or click on an Album below to quickly view images by broad subject. Categories include Art and Fun, Education, Healthcare, Humanitarian Work, Industry, Non-Profits.
A note about "Art and Fun" – here you'll see ongoing projects that continually attract attention of my eye, including the six primary colors (C-M-Y-R-G-B), tiny dogs and the unseen world in B&W.
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There are about 1 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Guyana. The country of the clinical trial is determined by the location of where the clinical research is being studied. Most studies are often held in multiple locations & countries.
This study is looking at the difference in exhaled nitric oxide levels in patients with and without laboratory evidence of filariasis.


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1951 – 2013 Woodstock – James "Jimmy" Bebbington, 61, of Brickyard Rd., died Tuesday, March 26, 2013, in HarringtonMemorialHospital, Southbridge, MA. He was the loving husband of Yilmaz Erdemci Bebbington. Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Charles and Beatrice (Goodwin) Bebbington. Mr. Bebbington worked as a self-employed cosmetologist. He enjoyed painting,… Continue Reading
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Joseph T. Mancini, Sr.
1930 – 2013 Putnam – Joseph T. Mancini, Sr., 83, of Tourtellotte Rd., died Friday, March 22, 2013 in UMass University Hospital. He was the loving husband of Patricia (Osborne) Mancini. Born in Wallingford, CT ,on February 14, 1930 he was the son of the late Primo and Marianne (Ferrolia) Mancini. On March 19, 1947,… Continue Reading
Isabella May Greenblatt
March 20, 2013 Danielson – Isabella May Greenblatt, infant daughter of Jay and Danielle (Kandolin) Greenblatt of Potter St., died Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Day Kimball Hospital. In addition to her parents, Isabella is survived by her brothers, Matthew Kandolin, Dylan Kandolin, and Dominic Greenblatt; and her sister Samantha Piontek; her maternal grandparents, Randy… Continue Reading
Ingrid M. Dumaine
February 24, 1945 – March 17, 2013 Quinebaug – Ingrid M. (Ward) Dumaine, 68, of Walker Rd., died Sunday, March 17, 2013 in Day Kimball Hospital. She was the wife of Donald J. Dumaine of ME. Born in Trinidad, on February 24, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Audrey (Latour) Ward…. Continue Reading
Joseph C. Langelier
1933 – 2013 Sarasota, FL –Joseph C. Langelier, 79, a loving husband and father, of Midlothian St., formerly of Floral Ave., N. Grosvenordale, died Sunday, March 17, 2013 in Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He was the loving husband of Barbara (Godzik) Langelier. Born in Putnam, on May 26, 1933, he was the son of the late… Continue Reading
Dorothy M. Jensen
1922 – 2013 Putnam, CT – Dorothy (Miller) Jensen, 90, of Chapman Street, died Saturday March 16, 2013. She was the loving wife of the late Albert Jensen. Born in Springfield, MA, and raised in Palmer, MA she was the daughter of the late Emil and Helen (Walz) Miller. Mrs. Jensen worked as a waitress… Continue Reading
David A. Barrows
February 4, 1959 – March 12, 2013 Brooklyn – David A. Barrows, 54, of Greenway Dr., died March 12, 2013, at HartfordHospital. Born in Putnam on February 4, 1959, he is the son of Dolores (LaFlamme) Barrows of Putnam and the late Arthur W. Barrows. Mr. Barrows worked as a mason and carpenter in the… Continue Reading


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The Fox and the Hound a delightful Disney movie. The characters that will stick with you a long time. The story is good and very emotional, kids will love it. It deliver a very good message. It teaches you how to be loyal and true to your friends and how to make choices. It's not the Disney movie ever but still a pretty good movie. I hope you will enjoy it.
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If you have a DSLR you probably also have a large, fat and often confusing manual to go with it! You're probably full of creative ideas but frustrated at how complicated it all seems to take a picture on your DSLR and overwhelmed by menu choices and buttons.
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House Prices Are 86 Times Higher Since The Start Of The Queens Reign !!
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22 May 2012
The average property price in the UK is 86 times higher now than in 1952, research by HSBC has revealed ahead of the Diamond Jubilee.
At the start of the Queen`s reign the average property was priced at £1891, compared to an average £162,722 today.
By comparison, retail prices have risen by a multiple of 25 over the same period, meaning that for most people buying a home has been a very good investment even after stripping out the effects of inflation.
The number of dwellings in the UK has almost doubled since 1952, with 14.1 million at the start of the Queen`s reign, compared to an estimated 27.3 million today. However, the number of new homes being built each year has fallen by 46%; from 248,320 in 1952 to 133,840 in the latest estimate.
Two thirds (68%) of the country are now owner occupiers, compared to one third (32%) in 1952. Indeed, at the start of the Queen`s reign half of the country was renting privately compared to 14% today.
Peter Dockar, Head of Mortgages at HSBC, said: "The housing market has changed a great deal under the current monarch, with the aspiration towards home ownership and the increase in house prices most dramatic over the second half of the Queen`s reign.
"There is no doubt that property has remained a sound investment over this period.
"Home ownership remains an ambition for many and we continue to make new products available to help first-time buyers achieve their dreams of taking their first step onto the property ladder."
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14 Oct ESSEX COUNTY EXECUTIVE DIVINCENZO DEDICATES BRONZE STATUE HONORING CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
Newark, NJ – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. dedicated a bronze statue honoring Civil Rights Leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Wednesday, October 14th. The eight-foot tall statue standing on a granite pedestal was unveiled on the 50th anniversary of Dr. King receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.
"It has been almost a half century since Dr. King's death, but his message of equality, fairness and forgiveness continues to impact and influence us today. As the leader of the Civil Rights movement, he brought attention to racial discrimination and helped change our nation for the better," DiVincenzo said. "Streets and a school are named in his honor and his bust is in Newark City Hall, but until now there has not been a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Essex County. Having his statue in front of the Hall of Records overlooking the street that bears his name will be a constant reminder of Dr. King's sacrifice and contributions, keeping his dream alive," he added.
"To have known him was a privilege," said Edith Savage Jennings, a Civil Rights icon and close advisor to the King family. "Dr. King would have been happy to know that a statue was being unveiled in New Jersey. On behalf of his family, we are all delighted you are giving him this honor," she added.
Essex County Deputy Chief of Staff William Payne shared stories of several meetings he had with Dr. King when Payne was a student at Rutgers University and National Chair of the NAACP Youth Work Committee. He also talked about his last encounter with Dr. King when the Civil Rights leader visited Newark shortly before he was assassinated. "Dr. King invited me to accompany him to an event in New York, but I declined. I told him I would see him next time, but the next time was at his funeral," Payne said.
The eight-foot bronze statue stands on a three-foot tall granite pedestal and depicts Dr. King with outstretched arms. His head is tilted slightly downward so visitors to the statue can see his face. The granite pedestal is engraved with "I have a dream," referencing his famous speech during the March on Washington, notes his Nobel Peace Prize and a series of words that describe Dr. King: Hope, Equality, Peace, Courage, Love and Respect. The plaza in which the statue is located is adjacent to the Essex County Hall of Records and looks out onto Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. It has been renamed as the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza, which is engraved in the base of the fountain at the site.
An accompanying bronze plaque begins with a quote from Mahatma Ghandi: "A small body of determined spirits, fired by an unquenchable faith in their mission, can alter the course of history." It continues: "At a time in American history, when the need for change was evident, Martin Luther King, Jr., a young Georgia minister, rose to lead a nationwide civil rights movement. He guided a bus boycott that ended segregated seating, supported integrated groups of 'Freedom Riders' who shattered old, southern 'Jim Crow' laws, assisted young people conducting 'sit-ins' at segregated lunch counters, and led hundreds of peaceful protest marches. Brilliant, dignified, persuasive and eloquent, he always stressed non-violence, even in the face of adversity. He inspired thousands of people, of all colors, races and religions, to join hands, and more than 200,000 supporters gathered in Washington, DC, for his iconic 'I have a dream…' oration. As President of the Southern Christian Leadership Council, he brought attention to sources of national discrimination, helping to gain passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, forever changing the course of American history. Dr. King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work, on this very day, 50 years ago. Assassinated in 1968, he is one of the most respected and revered of all Human Rights activists."
"When I think of Dr. King's legacy, I think of all these students and the future leaders being developed in our schools. Life's most persistent question is what are we doing for others," NJ State Senator and Essex County Deputy Chief of Staff Teresa Ruiz. "We are sitting at the feet of a man who was the most transformative figure in the world. As we all celebrate this monument to Dr. King, look inward and ask yourself what you are doing to fulfill his dream," Assembly Speaker Emeritus Sheila Oliver said.
"I don't know if we understand how spiritual and important this day is," Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said. "This is a time celebrate Dr. King as he lived and as how we all should live," he pointed out. "Today is a historic day as we unveil the likeness of someone who has been a hero to generations. Today is an opportunity to have Dr. King's vision carried on by future generations," said Essex County Democratic Committee Chairman Leroy Jones, who described Dr. King as the "Prince of Peace" and the "Drum Major of Justice."
The statue was created by Jay Warren, an artist from Oregon who also has created the Rosa Park Statue, Justice William J. Brennan, Jr. Statue, Governor Brendan Byrne Statue and Congressman Donald M. Payne Statue at the Essex County Government Complex and the Althea Gibson Statue in Essex County Branch Brook Park. The project was funded with donations from Education and Health Centers of American, Inc., Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Barnabas Health, Ten Park Place Associates, 765 Management LLC, PSEG Foundation and New Jersey Shares, Inc./Verizon.
Assemblywoman Grace Spencer said in January she was lamenting the fact that there was nowhere she could take her newborn daughter to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King. "Little did I know that what I was thinking would come to fruition because the County Executive was watching the same documentary about Dr. King," she added.
Dr. King was born in 1929 in Georgia. His grandfather and father were both ministers and pastors of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. He studied at Morehouse College, Crozer Theological Seminary and earned a doctorate from Boston University's School of Theology. He met Coretta Scott while working on his doctorate in Boston, and they would marry and have four children.
"Dr. King was an ordinary person who did extraordinary things," said Rev. Dr. M. William Howard, Jr. of Bethany Baptist Church, who attended Morehouse College with Dr. King. "This statue is a reminder, inspiration and source of encouragement for those who walk by and see it," he added.
In 1955, he was recruited to be the spokesperson for the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which was started when Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger. The boycott lasted 381 days and resulted in the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that racial segregation in transportation was unconstitutional. Two years later, Dr. King was elected President of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. He would hold this leadership position until his assassination in 1968.
"I can't help but look at this program and see all the women speaking today. We owe some of that to Dr. King," said Deborah Prinz, whose father, Rabbi Joaquim Prinz of Temple B'nai Abraham, was a close friend of Dr. King's. "This statue will remind people of the example set by Dr. King and others who fought injustice with passion, persistence and the spoken word," she said.
In 1963, Dr. King led a non-violent civil rights campaign in Birmingham, Ala. Later that same year, he was one of the driving forces behind the March on Washington, where he delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. The following year, at the age of 35, he became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Congress passed the Civil Rights Act making discrimination illegal in hiring, public accommodations, education and transportation in 1964. The next year, Congress passed the Voting Rights Act, eliminating racial voting barriers. Between 1965 and 1968, Dr. King broadened his focus to economic justice and international peace. He was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tenn.
"The best way we can honor Dr. King is to continue his work," Freeholder President Britnee Timberlake said. "Our appreciation of Dr. King's work and his legacy have grown and grown over time," Sheriff Armando Fontoura said.
Several buildings and open spaces in the Essex County Government Complex have been named after prominent people who have influenced the development of Essex County. The park next to the Historic Courthouse and statue in front of the Hall of Records honor Barringer High School graduate and U.S. Supreme Court Justice William J. Brennan, Jr.; a plaza in front of the Essex County Veterans Courthouse and a statue honor Civil Rights pioneer Rosa Parks; the plaza in front of the LeRoy Smith Public Safety Building and a statue honor the late Congressman Donald M. Payne, who was the first African American Congressman in New Jersey; the plaza at the south entrance of the Veterans Courthouse and a statue honor former New Jersey Governor and Essex County Prosecutor Brendan Byrne; the plaza in the Essex County Veterans Memorial Park and a statue honor the late Jorge Oliveira, a 10-year veteran of the Essex County Sheriff's Office who was killed while serving his country in Afghanistan. The Veterans Courthouse and the Essex County Veterans Memorial Park are named as a tribute to the men and women who have defended our country and freedoms while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Essex County LeRoy F. Smith, Jr., Public Safety Building is named for LeRoy Smith, a Newark resident who served as Deputy Director of Emergency Medical Services for the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey for 38 years before retiring in 2007. In Brennan Park is a monument recognizing the late Charles Cummings, who served as the official Newark historian and librarian with the Newark Public Library for over 40 years. The plaza in front of the Historic Courthouse is named for former Essex County Prosecutor James Lordi. There are also bronze plaques in the promenade recognizing the late Cephas Bowles, longtime WBGO Executive Director; the late Larrie West Stalks, former Essex County Register; the late Clement A. Price, Rutgers University History Professor and Newark and Essex County Historian; the late D. Bilal Beasley, Irvington City Councilman and Essex County Freeholder; the late Raymond Durkin, long-time Chairman of the Essex County Democratic Committee and New Jersey Democratic Party; the late Philip Thigpen, Essex County Register and long-time Essex County Democratic Committee Chairman; the late Thomas Durkin, a prominent Essex County attorney; the late Lena Donaldson Griffith, a cultural arts and civil rights pioneer in Newark and Essex County; the late Raymond Brown, a civil rights leader and long-time attorney; and the late Superior Court Justice Thomas "Timmy" McCormack, who was one of the authors of the County's current Administrative Code and Freeholder By-Laws.


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Ugh. I still feel a bit tired and sore. I did six yesterday. It did not feel bad, I was energized afterwards. But I'm feeling it today. Not bad, but I know I should dial it back. It'll be a little run today, only about 3 miles or so.
No big trail run for this weekend, I think. It actually works out well because we'll be having guests at Casa Coyote this weekend. My far ranging mountain runs have me a bit nervous lately because of a lot of reports like this. I might change my routes a bit and bring them further down into town for a while. I don't want to be paranoid, but I've just had an uneasy feeling lately on the trails.
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Saturday, March 27, 2010
Ups and Downs
I had me a long run today....I didn't go as far as scheduled since I got going late and had some Garmin difficulties, but it was a long run nonetheless that hopefully did what it's supposed to do, get me fitter. I'm fried right now. I'm supposed to take the kids to the park in a few minutes but I just want to go take a nap.
Le Garmin said that I did over 5000 feet of climbing. I feel it. I think I'm doing too much up and down. I'm not doing too well on the downs. My ups are actually improving markedly, but I lock up on the descents causing a lot of soreness. I'm still gun shy on bombing the descents. (For those that don't know I took a big tumble a few years back and broke my leg on the trail). For next week's long run I'll cook up a flatter route. That'll be hard since there's not too much flat around here, or at least flat that is interesting enough to me to do a long run on.
I'm now running exclusively in VFF's. No more shoes at all! On the trails shoes make me turn my ankles and on the streets even that little bit of heel offsets me enough to tighten up my lower back. I really dig having freedom from shoes, just knowing that I don't need anything to run anywhere for any distance is empowering.
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Last Weekend's Long Run
Ah, I have neglected to update the bloggo. Well, last weekend's long run was lovely. Huddart is greener than I've ever seen it. There are creeks bubbling where I've never seen them before and green ferns line the trails and decorate the canyons. Every boulder is covered in green moss. Unfortunately, I forgot my camera.
I ran up a trail that I usually run down. I had to keep turning around to look down the trail to recognize where I was. Even then with all of the greenery, I didn't recognize where I was all of the time. I figured I'd get to the top at some point.
I took a little connector trail that heads out towards another preserve. I wasn't planning on going all of the way out there, just about 10 minutes out to add more mileage. It was a bit creepy. There was no one up there and by the looks of the trail I didn't think that anyone had been up there in days. We have all of these gorgeous places but I see so few people on the trails. In the big lot at Huddart my car is often the only one there. I see LOTS of people on Pulgas trail when I'm there. You know why? They can bring their dogs.
On the way back down I met up with a nice fellow walking (illegally) with his dog and his son on one of the trails. He was immediately appologetic about the dog and I immediately told him that I thought the rule was stupid. (the East Bay parks all allow dogs on leash on the trails). The way I see it dogs have a special place with humans. We've been together at the very least about 15,000 years (some think 25,000 or more). If you require folks to keep their canines leashed and to either bury poop or pick it up I don't see a problem enjoying the great outdoors with your dog. In fact, it's only natural. As it is now you can't bring your dog hardly anywhere around here, so people don't go anywhere and their dogs don't get an opportunity to get out and about and learn how to be good canine citizens.
I've spoken to countless people who would use these wonderful outdoors more (or even at all) if they could walk/run with their dogs but they don't feel safe without them. I think a dog is a good big cat/evil human deterent. And just a heck of a good companion.
So how about even just a day or two a week where dogs are allowed on peninsula trails. Why not? Anyway, I just think that there are too many stinkin' rules. The Man's been bustin' my mojo lately.
The rest of the run was downhill, thankfully since I really needed to hit the outhouse. I used my cross country flats but the trail was well groomed with crushed gravel and not mudlicious at all. I could've worn my Vibrams. Fer sure this Saturday.
The weather's been fabulous here! It's been in the 70's the past few days and it'll be nice like this through the weekend at least. It definitely affects my mood for the better!
Here's some cool ultra links that I found that have been very helpful -
A whole bunch of ultra links
A really cool automatic training schedule for ultras
I've used this link to make a better training schedule for myself. Lotsa weekend mileage!
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Labels: Life and Running, running dogs, trail runs
Friday, March 12, 2010
New Trails, Old Places
I love it when I discover a new place to run, right from my front door.
Driving home a few days ago I discovered that there was a dirt trail along side of a street that I never thought about running on. It would be too narrow and possibly dangerous otherwise, but I hadn't seen the trail before.
Zoe and I checked it out. It's a perfect hill training road, lines a gorgeous wild canyon (we saw deer) and great views at the top. I'm adding it to the training regimen.
The canyon and the hills area beautifully green right now. The winter rains have made this place a lush paradise. The next few days are expected to be beautiful, sunny and warm. I'm planning a long run this weekend of around 20 miles if I can handle it up in Huddart probably.
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College of the Holy Cross, Worcester
Residence: Worcester
Colleges: Gonzaga University, Jesuit School of Theology, Graduate Theological Union
This was the year Boroughs deftly navigated controversial waters while still moving Holy Cross forward academically. Boroughs was in a potentially unwinnable position when a Holy Cross committee found the college's founding president, Thomas Mulledy, once sold slaves, and the family of its first valedictorian, James Healy, owned slaves. Boroughs chose to keep their names on dormitory buildings but to also add to one dorm the name of John Brooks, a Holy Cross president who actively recruited minority students. The next dilemma was the college's Crusader nickname and mascot, with their reference to religious wars. Boroughs kept the Crusader name but not the knight logo. While this was going on, Boroughs oversaw a new $95-million athletics center and plans for a $92-million arts building.
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|Omar Vizquel
I reckon that SOMEBODY has to be the worst hitter in the Hall of Fame. Edwards figures it's either Bill Mazeroski or Rabbit Maranville right now. Edwards wouldn't vote for Vizquel for the Hall and, while he was a favorite of mine while with the Mariners—it was a treat to watch him play shortstop—I probably wouldn't either. That's even considering his fantastic play to finish Chris Bosio's no-hitter in 1993. (Lovebird note: My Sweetie, the Official Scorer, and I saw Bosio pitch for the M's against the Orioles in Baltimore on our honeymoon later that year.)
But, as we noted in our post last March, bad trades are part of baseball, and while it wasn't mentioned in that post, the deal that sent Vizquel to Cleveland in December of 1993 has to rank right up there with the worst the M's have made. Seattle general manager Woody Woodward, whose fingerprints are all over quite of few of the M's worst trades ever, dealt a young shortstop who would one day be worthy of at least some Hall of Fame discussion for Felix Fermin, Reggie Jefferson, and cash.
The idea, as memory serves, was that Fermin would "replace" Vizquel as the shortstop until Alex Rodriguez was ready and that Jefferson, a switch hitter who hit righthanders far better than he did lefties, would bring some lefty options to first base and designated hitter for manager Lou Piniella.
|Felix Fermin
So, for 1994 anyway, you could argue that the Mariners came out slightly ahead on the deal. From there on it went south. Way far south.
|Reggie Jefferson
Vizquel, on the other hand, played in parts of 19 seasons after the trade. During those years he made the All-Star team three times, won ten of his 11 gold gloves, and piled up 34.9 WAR. His best year was 1999, when he had 6.0 WAR, hit .333, had 42 steals, an OPS of .833, and finished 16th in the MVP voting. That year was a bit of an outlier, as he never batted .300 or better in any other season, though he finished in the .290s four times.
Doing the math, then, Woodward traded 34.9 future wins above replacement for 2.1 WAR. That's a bad trade, unless the cash part of the deal was really, really high. Even with Rodriguez (career WAR 117.7) coming up, there was no need to dump a brilliant shortstop for close to zip.
I keep threatening to evaluate all the M's trades and determine the all-time worst, and the crummiest general manager. Stay tuned!


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Why Choose Job Center Plus Bishop Auckland
We have taken it upon ourselves to ensure that individuals that need employment in the UK are able to access and enjoy their financial benefits. Some can receive up to £56.80 on a weekly basis. It is therefore of huge importance that while you seek for job in the UK, you are able to access your JSA. You may not be able to do it alone because the amount you are paid is determined by a lot of factors and your personal situation. We take care of this business for you, if you let us by calling 0843 506 8863 .
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- You must be a minimum of 18 years
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The Benefits You May Obtain With JSA
You can't lay claim to JSA until you have made consistent contributions up to six months. Afterwards, you are entitled to an income based JSA. The amount receive varies with those above 25 receiving up to £71.70 and £56.80 if you are between 18 and 24 years of age. These amounts can only be received if your National Insurance Contributions (NICs) for the period of two years are sufficient enough. Since this issue is in no way direct, you may need further clarifications and have questions which you can ask us by dialing 0843 506 8863.
You will directly receive JSA payments into your bank accounts every two weeks and the remuneration goes as follows;
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An important aspect of your JSA request is the interview process. You will get to discuss steps you plan to take that will land you a job in the not-too distant future and you need to be well prepared for this aspect. The interview takes place two days after you submit your application and you must be available or your application will be disqualified. You can call our Job Centre Plus Bishop Auckland helpline to assist you in preparing for the interview. All the best!


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MONTEVIDEO — As the 23rd edition of the ArtFutura festival opened at the Muralla Abierta Museum (MUMI) here, several of the artists whose works are being shown were on hand to explain their work.
Two giant "Strandbeests" (beach animals) by the Dutch artist Theo Jansen are the main attraction in the museum's vast, iron-and-glass central hall. Mr. Jansen's fascination is biological evolution: He uses computer simulation to model what he calls his "creatures," before physically building the designs out of flexible tubing, nylon thread and tape. When gently pushed, the animals appear to walk across the gallery.
Paul Friedlander's transfixing installation, "Spinning Cosmos," dominates MUMI's lower level. Mr. Friedlander, a former physics student, uses computerized lighting control to create art that suggests the vastness and dynamism of space.
ArtFutura also features work by several Uruguayan artists, many of which involve experiments in sound. Among them is "QSG," ("Quad Soundscape Generator") by Marco Colasso. In his installation, users create their own "soundscapes" by moving plastic plaques over a motion-sensitive tablet. "Cabletone," by Juan Manuel Ruétalo, allows two or more people to generate sounds when plugged in to its circuit. And the Uruguay-based digital collective Bitmondo contributed their sound sculpture, "Caja de Arena."
ArtFutura runs at MUMI until Nov. 17, with simultaneous shows in 12 other cities in South America and around the world.


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Women across generations will find encouragement, connections, and a caring community here.
We host a popular series of Women's Breakfasts several times a year, as well as regular Women's Bible Studies, Quilters, and other ongoing groups.
From September to May, a weekly Moms Group meets Wednesday mornings, and Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meet two Thursdays a month.
Women who worship alone are invited to find fellowship through Women in New Konnections (WINK) on Sunday mornings and at various events during the year.
Tour of Tables 2019
Bible Studies
Women's Study: "An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith"
Thursdays, May 16 – June 20
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Tuesdays, January 8 - May 21
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3rd Thursdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Sarah Circle Bible Study
2nd Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 am
Ongoing Groups
Women in New Konnections (WINK)
WINK is for women who worship alone to connect with one another. Join the WINK women Sundays beginning at 10:30 am at the round atrium tables for coffee and fellowship, and at these upcoming events.
Shepherd Quilters
Wednesdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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All skill levels are welcome to help quilt, cut, iron, and stitch. Quilts are donated to Target House and other organizations. For more information contact Lois Pedersen at 952.236.8993.
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1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (doesn't meet in Jun, Jul, & Dec)
This senior quilting group made over 100 quilts last year and donate them to missions, hospitals, and other organizations. All skill levels welcome to quilt, cut, iron and stitch. For more information contact Shirley Blix at 952.432.2083.
Challenged by Cancer
2nd Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
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For women living with cancer to gather and support each other.
Groups for Moms
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You will find plenty of Sub-Carpathian accommodation in the region's elegant main city, Rzeszow, which is situated on the banks of the Wislok River. This ancient town has a beautiful market square, lined with restaurants. Try some local delicacies such as Wiener schnitzel, topped with a fried egg in the Polish style. Tours can be made of intriguing tunnels and routes hidden underground, formed from cellars, which date from the 15th to the 20th centuries. Rzeszow has a large student population and comes alive at night with many bars hosting live jazz gigs on weekend evenings. Beer drinkers will also find a visit to Krosno interesting, as the glass works here produce most of Poland's beer glasses.
The towns of Jaroslaw and Przemysl both boast fine examples of Renaissance architecture with their cathedrals and castles. One of the few castles to survive the Second World War intact can be found in the region at Baranow Sandomierski. This historic town also has a quaint museum with a collection of kerosene lamps. If you are looking for more peaceful surroundings however, choose some Sub-Carpathian accommodation in the countryside. Head for the mountainous national parks of Bieszczady and Magura, which are ideal areas for hiking and cycling. Having holiday apartments Sub-Carpathia will give you the freedom to explore this lesser known part of Poland, as well as discovering nearby regions such as the Holy Cross region.
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Ghana has now been removed from the list of countries blacklisted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for having weak laws and institutions aimed at preventing money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The FATF is a international body and it placed Ghana on its blacklist in February of this year. It is expected that the removal of Ghana from the blacklist will make international financial transactions involving Ghana both cheaper and faster.
Source: Daily Graphic
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Ghana off of FATF blacklist
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Have you ever heard of Martin Luther? Of course! But how about Wycliffe? Or Hus? Or Zwingli? In 2017, our "That the World May Know" Sunday school class will be learning about many early Christians, some of whom were martyred for their faith, and all of whose lives were transformed when they met Jesus. We'll start class each week with a study from the "Unlocking the Bible" video series by Pastor David Pawson (a delightful Brit who shares a wealth of insight for each book of the Bible). And starting this month, we'll also be showing additional documentaries about our Christian forefathers, whose sacrificial ministries have enabled us to read the Bible in our own language, to worship freely, and to share the love of Jesus with those who have never heard His name. If you want to study the Bible, or learn more about church "His Story" and those instrumental in the spread of the Gospel, please join us this month, or hop in at any time! Meets Sundays from 11:00 am -12:30 pm in the Science & Research Center (SRC) – Room #101 (ongoing).
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 was launched back in August 2012, and it is still wearing the phablet crown on the market. Six months since its launch have passed, and yet we hear about what comes to be the Galaxy Note 3.
According to our trustworthy source Korea Times, the next-generation Galaxy Note should sport an enormous 6,3-inch display, probably of FullHD resolution, as that's the current trend for flagships. It's also likely it would be a Super Amoled one, as Samsung has always kept the best for its flagships. We also got a word about the processor that should be found inside the Note 3. It should pack the 8-core Exynos chipset Samsung announced at CES this year. The CPU is based on ARM's big.LITTLE technology, which translates into a pair of four Cortex A15 high-power cores and the same amount of Cortex A7 low-power ones, resulting with better battery life.
As this is only a rumor, take it with the right amount of salt. We still haven't heard anything from Samsung, nor we expect to do so, because the Galaxy Note 2 is still in its 'golden age', too early for retirement.


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by Michael Palin
The quote above is one of more than a dozen that wrestle with the nature of truth in this second novel by writer, globe-hopper, and former-Python, Michael Palin. At the heart of this struggle is Keith Mabbut. Keith was once a crusading investigative journalist, but the hard realities of life have turned him into more of a paid corporate hack. Having just wrapped his latest commissioned work, he's finally about to indulge in a passion project, his first novel. He queries Tess, a lady friend:
'Do you prefer fact or fiction?'Tess has a point, but hers is one of many views that are examined in this morality play. Interrupting Keith's well-laid plans is his agent with the best offer he's received in years. It's a commission to write a book about the reclusive activist Hamish Melville. For decades, Melville has been a tireless defender of the environment and a crusader on behalf of indigenous peoples. And he's ducked the press entirely, creating quite the aura of mystery:
'Oh, fiction every time. I hate facts.'
'Facts are just facts.' She shrugged dismissively. 'They don't amount to a row of beans. If you want the truth, read Jane Austen.'
"I'm not interested in talking about myself. I'm interested in what I can do, in the time left to me, to prevent a little of the damage we seem hell bent on inflicting on this long-suffering planet. I'm not the story."After some internal wrangling, Keith does accept the assignment, along with the punishing six-month deadline. Now all he has to do is unearth a man that no one can find. This leads Keith on a journey far from his comfortable London existence. Eyes are opened. Much is learned. And, indeed, a book is produced. But when the manuscript is submitted at last, the nature of "the truth" again comes into question. Whose truth? And how many of the parties involved have their own agendas that have nothing to do with the truth?
Palin, himself, is a writer who has delved into both fact and fiction—with fact winning out a majority
The Truth is more character-driven than plot-driven, but as the novel moved towards its inevitable conclusion, I found myself turning pages faster. I had gotten caught up in the story and was hungry for the revelations that finally came. As the character at the center of this study, Keith Mabbut makes a fine protagonist. He's likeable, idealistic, kind-hearted, and yet still somewhat foolish and flawed. His personal life is in a fair amount of disarray. At the age of 56, he's got a lot to learn and he knows it.
I remember reading Palin's debut, Hemingway's Chair, 15 years ago and anticipating some Python-esque comic novel. That gentle story couldn't have been further from what I was expecting. This time my expectations were more in line. The Truth also features a certain gentleness and civility—and yes, of course, some humor—but there's nothing over-the-top or wacky about the tale. It may not be the novel one would expect from a comic genius, but it looks with clear-eyed affection at the human condition. Says one character of the events depicted:
"It would be an interesting cautionary tale. And I trust you enough to know that you would tell it honestly, but charitably, too. Everyone, no matter how admirable they appear to be, is simply human. Prone to all the imperfections, temptations and mendacities that go with the territory."Ain't it the truth.


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Device convergence is nothing new but to really decrease the need to lug a digital and video camera beyond your phone you need an optical zooming lens to attach to your smartphone. Cue Photojojo, the company selling an 8x optical zoom lens which takes your iPhone to the next level. You slide a slim case onto the iPhone – either a 3, 4 or 4S and then you screw on the lens and you are done.
An iPhone 4S photo with no zoom
An iPhone 4S photo with the Photojojo 8x optical zoom
As you can see from the photos above the results are dramatic and the iPhone 4S does a great job keeping the photo focused. Most of my shots came out focused and I shot about fifteen of them. Even with a dedicated digital camera, getting clear photos when you use large amounts of zoom can be tough unless you hold your hands very steady. This solution was surprisingly good perhaps because of the superior 4S camera and associated focusing technology.
The price is $35 and for that amount you also get a tripod, screen cleaner, velvety pouch and dual lens caps. The only complaint is the caps are a bit tough to get on and off and when you screw the lens on to the case it isn't always easy – it may take a little while to get it perfectly lined up. Also, when in place you have an awkward gadget which you can't put in your pocket. The case is something you could keep on your camera all the time but it is a bit clunky because you have a minor protrusion where the lens screws in.
The lightweight lens easily fits in your pants pocket allowing you to instantly transform your smartphone. This single and cost-effective lens could help really kill the amateur camera market.
The only room for improvement is the lens is an exact 8x zoom – there is a focus dial but the zoom is always the same magnification meaning if you need a 4x zoom you have to walk forward about 20-30 feet.
To me this sort of add-on to smartphones just shows how a single device can kill numerous industries at once. With the advent of serious speech recognition, the administrative assistant market seems to be next.


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Classes Edit
E Class Edit
The weakest class of all. Demons of this strength aren't strong or smart but they are incredibly violent. However, their strength is just above that of the average human. Most humans and Spirit World residents fall under this category.
D Class Edit
The second to lowest class. Like E-class demons, they usually aren't very intelligent (with few exceptions) or exceptionally powerful; but their strength and endurance is super-human compared to an average human. However, compared to most demons they are very weak. According to Koenma, Hiei was a high D-class when he first fought Yusuke. The strongest normal people with spiritual awareness in the world are all D-class.
C Class Edit
This is about average strength for most demons. They are stronger than E and D classes, but their power pales in comparison to the stronger classes. These demons are very common and are relatively abundant in both the Human and Demon worlds.
B Class Edit
This class is where the strength level skyrockets and is the beginning of the upper class demon strength, where the difference between the previous classes is absolutely enormous. B classes are far more powerful than C classes, but they still can't compete with the higher classes. This is in most cases the strongest class of demon that can be found in Human World, as any higher class can't pass through the Keikai barrier net between the human and demon worlds. The only time a higher class demon will be found in the Human World is if the Barrier is down or a higher class of demon wears an organic device that downgrades their power, as Hokushin did when he first met Yusuke. According to Koenma, Younger Toguro was an upper B-Class demon when he fought Yusuke at the Dark Tournament.
A Class Edit
The second to highest class, A-class strength level are almost exclusive to Demon World while the Keikai barrier is up; the only exceptions are if a human attains this strength, a demon achieves this level in Human World, or if the barrier is destroyed and demons with this power can traverse to the Human World. Prior to the Keikai barrier's removal, A-class demons could not move between the worlds without aid. While exceptionally powerful and rare in the Human World, they are relatively common in the Demon World. However, compared to the power of an S-Class demon they are very weak; so weak in fact that they are used as mere foot soldiers of the Three Kings.
S Class Edit
S classes are the highest class (the pinnacle of power). They are so strong that even a "low" S class' strength can completely devastate a large area. In the Demon World, they are rare; with only about 20 ever known by name. It is extremely rare for even an A-class to achieve this level, however it has been observed that a strong A-class could achieve upper S-class in less than two years. Sensui's full power was said to be at this level, as was Yusuke's when he came back to life as a demon. Kurama and Hiei also reach the S Class during the Three Kings saga.
Upper S Class Edit
It is implied that anyone with a power level of over 200,000 is Upper S Class.
Trivia Edit
- S and E classes are very rare, E class are so weak that they simply don't last long and technically don't even show up on the Spirit World's chart, S class on the other hand, are the opposite. Their strength is so rare that even Spirit Worlds' elite soldiers don't know about them.
- In both the anime and manga, C Class has the biggest roster of characters in the series.
- The A class is the third most rarely seen class behind E and S, as most B class demons do not make it to A class, and some of the time when they do they rapidly progress to S. With some individuals only takes a few months to years to reach lower S class level class levels once in A class, with proper training from strong individuals.
- Most higher level demons consider the spirit world class system to be insulting as the S class category merely refers to demons they do not have the power to fight or stop and demons they consider S class range from simple foot soldiers to demons that are considered to be like gods. Obviously the God powerful upper S class demons do not like being put in the same category as their underlings.


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Life Science: Session 5
DNA, Chromosomes, and Genes
What are the differences among DNA, chromosomes, and genes?
The genome of an organism — its pool of hereditary material— is composed of an organic molecule called deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA. DNA is a double helix, a spiral-shaped molecule that can be compared to a zipper. The two outer lengths exist as a supportive structure, with the "teeth" consisting of bases on each side that interlock together as base pairs. The bases are molecular sub-units and there are of only four types— adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C) and guanine (G). This four-letter "alphabet" forms the codes for all of an organism 's traits.
In eukaryotic organisms, DNA is found in the nucleus and is organized in rod-like structures of varying size and shape called chromosomes. Chromosomes contain both DNA and protein, with the DNA being wrapped around the protein, which preserves its shape. Chromosomes exist in the nucleus in chromosome pairs, with the members of each pair containing information that codes for the same traits — like
having two sets of hereditary recipe books containing the same recipes. The entire genome exists in each of an organism's body cells (with some exceptions — like alternation of generations in plants). In human beings, for example, there are 46 chromosomes organized as 23 pairs.
Genes are lengths of DNA that carry information for a particular trait. Each gene occupies a specific position on a specific chromosome, with the same gene being found in the same place on each member of a chromosome pair. Each gene consists of a sequence of the bases A, T, C, and G. Genes give rise to proteins, which ultimately result in the expression of traits.
Within a population of organisms, there can be variation in the information contained in one gene. These variants are called alleles, and they differ because their sequence of bases differs. For example, one gene dictates peoples' ability to taste phenol thiocarbamide or PTC, as was featured in the video. One allele codes for the ability to taste PTC while another codes for the opposite. An individual's combination of alleles for any given gene determines which traits are expressed. For many traits, there are numerous alleles, and multiple genes control many traits.
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