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In response to the discovery of nearly $50 million in payments to ineligible farmers, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have begun efforts to ensure that high-income individuals and entities who request USDA payments meet income limits set forth in the 2008 Farm Bill.
Said Vilsack: "One of the goals of this Administration is to make certain that USDA payments are not issued to individuals and entities that exceed income eligibility limits established by law. Once this verification system is fully operational, high-income individuals and entities will be identified by USDA before farm program payments are actually disbursed to them."
Said Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner: "This cooperation between the Treasury Department and USDA will implement reforms from the 2008 Farm Bill to ensure payments go only to those who need them and are supposed to receive them. The goal is to limit excessive payments while providing for fairness to family farmers."
Beginning with the 2009 crop year and for successive years, in order to be eligible for USDA payments all recipients will be required to sign a separate form which grants IRS the authority to provide income information to USDA for verification purposes.
Before IRS will provide the information for a particular producer, IRS form 8821, or a similar form, must be obtained from each producer authorizing the release of information. Failure to obtain such form will make the producer ineligible for program benefits.
A written release from each producer or payment recipient will be required for this process. The Farm Service Agency will not receive actual tax data for the producers. All disclosure and Privacy Act provisions will be adhered to by the Farm Service Agency.
In October 2008, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report stating that because the USDA does not have the management controls - such as reviewing tax returns - it could not ensure that payments are made only to qualified individuals. The GAO report also found that of the 1.8 million individuals receiving farm payments over a three year period (2003 through 2006), more than 2,500 had an average adjusted gross income (AGI) that made them ineligible for farm payments. Because of the inability of USDA to verify income, more than $49 million was paid to ineligible individuals.
The 2008 Farm Bill mandates that recipients of many Farm Bill payments, including direct payments, are not eligible for these payments if their gross nonfarm income average for the previous three taxable years is greater than $500,000. Additionally, direct payments cannot be paid to participants whose average adjusted gross farm income for the three-year period exceeds $750,000. Participants are ineligible for conservation payments if their nonfarm average gross income for the three-year period exceeds $1 million, unless at least two-thirds of their total average adjusted gross income is derived from farming.


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I haven't done a post in several days I've been busy...busy....busy!
I wanted to give you a little peek at what H and I have been working on for the last couple of days.
We live on a major street with lots of traffic and wanted the front porch to be a little more private.
It is still a work in progress......so, I will be back soon .....

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15 Ways to Use Broccoli
Broccoli season is fast approaching; are you counting down the days — I know I am! In the meantime, let's take a look at 15 delicious, versatile and interesting ways to prepare broccoli. Have your own favorite broccoli recipe? Tell us about it in the comments.
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1. Simple Pasta & Broccoli
- 1 pound pasta, penne, orrechiette, fusilli or any small shaped pasta
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecorino or parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- red chili flakes to taste
- salt and pepper to taste
1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook until just tender. Remove broccoli from pot with a slotted spoon and set aside.
2. Add pasta to the same pot and cook according to package directions. When the pasta is al dente, reserve about 1/2 cup pasta water and strain pasta. Set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. When oil is simmering, add chopped garlic and desired amount of red chili flakes. Cook for one minute, or until fragrant. Add broccoli and stir in oil so it's well-coated. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until the broccoli is fully tender.
4. Pour cooked pasta into skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle pecorino over noodles, and slowly incorporate reserved pasta water to make sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Recipe Adapted From: Serious Eats
More Recipes:
Light Broccoli Alfredo
Red Bell Pepper and Broccoli Pasta Sauce
Pirate Pesto with Broccoli
Corn & Broccoli Calzones
Roasted Vegetable Tart
2. Broccoli-Arugula Soup
- 1 tbs. olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1 head broccoli, cut in small florets
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 3/4 cup arugula
- Coarse salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- Lemon slices for serving
1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add onions and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another minute or so. Add broccoli and cook until it is bright green, about 4 minutes. Add water, salt and pepper, and thyme to taste. Bring to boil, then cover and lower heat. Cook until broccoli is tender, around 8 minutes.
2. Carefully** pour soup into blender and add arugula, blending until smooth. Serve with lemon slices.
** If the idea of blending a hot liquid in the blender makes you nervous, you can blend in batches of 2, 3 or 4, and set aside the blended soup in large saucepan over low heat. You can also, if you wish, let the soup cool for 5-10 minutes before blending and warm on the stovetop afterwards.
Recipe Credit: Goop
More Soups & Sides:
Simple Broccoli Soup
Chilled Broccoli-Leek Soup
Lemony Roasted Broccoli
Chickpeas and Broccoli with Garlicky Pesto
3. Garlic & Ginger Broccoli
- 1 large bunch broccoli, about 1 1/4 pounds, cut into 1 inch florets. Stems trimmed and peeled and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
- 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced into matchstick pieces
- 1 clove garlic, slice into matchstick pieces
- 1 1/4 tablespoons soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
1. In a heavy skilled over high heat, cook canola and sesame oil until hot. Add ginger and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and continue to cook for about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer ginger and garlic to a paper towel and let it drain.
2. Add broccoli to skillet and cook over medium-high heat until just brown and tender, stirring frequently. This should take about 5 minutes.
3. Stir 2 tablespoons of water, soy sauce and and a few drops rice vinegar (or more to taste) in a bowl. Add bowl contents to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle with ginger and garlic. Serve immediately.
Recipe Adapted From: Epicurious
More Asian-Inspired Recipes:
Sesame-Coated Tofu with Spicy Broccoli
Indonesian Vegetable Satay Skewers
Kung Pao Tofu


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I am, by no means, an expert researcher. Although there are days when I can think of nothing I would rather do than lock myself in a room with an unending pot of coffee and read grammars, articles, commentaries, and other similar works on the Hebrew Bible I have not yet had the opportunity to do that. Indeed, at some point I'd need to come out of my room to talk to students (read: adolescents, read: teenagers) about what I've been learning. It would be a truly great existence. However, that isn't the existence that I have. Not that I mind overmuch. But I digress.
I have just had my paper topic fully approved for my Anthropology course. I will be writing on "Technology's Interaction with Adolescent Identity." I realized from the start that the topic was quite broad, but I narrowed it down to three areas – The Internet, Video Games, and Cell Phones. I further subdivided those areas into Social Networking and Instant Messaging, Online Multiplayer Videogames and "local" multiplayer video games. However, I'm finding to my utter and complete horror that there is painfully little research on this topic. There is plenty of research on video game violence. Obviously a lot on adolescent identity. A smidgen on technology and adolescents. But very little connecting these areas. I did find a dissertation from TEDS, and a MA Thesis from Florida Institute of Technology. Also, several dissertations from South Africa. I've also found a few books and a couple articles that I actually have access to. I've managed to get my hands on three of the books through interlibrary loan.
I do understand that I could just change my paper topic. But I'm actually extremely interested in this topic. So, if anyone out there who happens to read my blog knows of some books, articles, reports, memos, interviews, or anything else that might prove useful to me I'd love to hear about them.
For the record, I'm aware of the following resources:
Digital Generations by Buckingham and Willett
Cyberkids by Holloway
The Mobile Connection by Ling
As for articles, I've found the following:
- Journal of Youth Ministry Fall 2002 "Entering Their World: A qualitative look at the changing face of contemporary adolescence" Chapman R. Clark
- Theological Education Issue 1, 2005 "What Does all this (technology) mean for the Church?"
- Theological Education Issue 2, 2005″What does all this (technology) mean for the Church? –a response" Michael G. Bausch
- Journal of Theology for Southern Africa March 2005 "The Church and the Culture of the Networked World" Stuart C. Bate
- Journal of Youth Ministry Spring 2003 "Identity Formation and the Challenge of Individuation in Youth Ministry" Malan Nel
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Our experts weigh in on the challenges the next German government will be facing.
The election campaign in the run-up to the Bundestag ballot was a disappointment for the German media. Hardly underway, pundits were already griping about the yawninducing boredom and paucity of political thrills. Many an expat in Germany was astonished when Chancellor Angela Merkel, like all her compatriots, nonchalantly traipsed off on a summer break and the campaign ground to a standstill.
But appearances deceive. It is true that Merkel is the undisputed reigning chancellor, with no real contender in sight. That benefits her party, the CDU. Frau Chancellor aside, though, the election campaign was hotly contested. Liberals and populists are sure to enter the next Bundestag, which will lend the German parliament an entirely new complexion and make for more colorful debates.
Merkel benefits from Germany's gravy train. The country is doing better than ever, despite its structural shortcomings. Its economy is flourishing; growth has hovered above 1.5 percent since 2014. Unemployment is low; prosperity is at an all-time high. Pushing 12 percent at Merkel's 2005 inauguration, the unemployment rate has dropped to around 5.5 percent. The situation is even brighter than it seems: The nation's 2.4 million unemployed are looking at more than 800,000 job vacancies, so Germany is actually approaching full employment. On the downside, companies are frustrated, for the pool of skilled workers has dwindled to a puddle. Debt is also under control. Since 2014, Federal Minister of Finance Wolfgang Schäuble has been budgeting without renewed borrowing. Even the influx of some 1.2 million refugees since 2015 hasn't put a dent in Germany's wallet. Schäuble footed the bill for this crisis by dipping into petty cash, so to speak. And exports are booming despite US President Donald Trump's laments. Germany set an all-time record in 2016 with a foreign trade surplus approaching €253 billion.
Merkel alone is not the author of all these success stories. Her greatest contribution to Germany's boom is perhaps to have done nothing wrong. The lion's share of credit for doing something right has to go to the labor market reforms of former chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who set the stage for the German 'job miracle.' The financial blessings bestowed upon Schäuble are largely down to the European Central Bank's low interest rate policy. And the thriving economy has much to do with Germany's hallowed social compact. Trade unions have refrained from demanding steep wage hikes for years now. Germany is currently ranked seventh in the EU in terms of labor costs, behind the Scandinavian countries, Belgium and France.
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I was so wrong to judge this by the first episode. I feel like an idiot.
I decided to catch up on Zero no Tsukaima: Princess no Rondo after downloading the op single. I was a little pissed off when cockblocking whore maid Siesta tagged along but I ended up enjoying the episode so much. Episode two was kinda like something from the first season. It was that gosh darned awesome. Siesta and Louise teaming up was great. The only time I ever approved of Siesta. Also, Siesta risking herself to get the wand. Great. Haruhi-style molestation… from Louise. Great. Saito and Louise reuniting as master and famillar. Fucking wonderful.
Was it just my screen or was there MAJOR censoring in episode 2? Like during the groping scene and when Siesta was hugging Saito? Seriously, J.C Staff, what the hell? Atleast it wasn't Kodomo no Jikan bad.
Even in three episodes Princess no Rondo has proved it's self 100% better than Futatsuki no Kishi with it's focus on plot and drama rather than fanservice. There has been some gainaxing and usual ZnT antics but when you get down to it… really, Princess no Rondo is doing well. Do you remember the first episodes of FnK? They were dribble garbage! The plot didn't get going until the end and even then it was shaky. Not the mention the ending was terrible. I'm hoping that they'll finish the series off with this season and give us no filler. Just keep plowing forward. But I might be speaking too soon.


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|Tying up Piper 1980
At the onset of the Tunney / Crocketts partnership, the U.S. Heavyweight Title as recognized in the hotbed of Mid-Atlantic wrestling would figure prominently in Toronto. The battles over the title would spill over to the Great White North and entertain fans throughout the area. Flair would play a major role in the U.S. Title picture in the years preceding his run with the NWA Title. In addition to facing Steamboat and Valentine, long time foes Jimmy Snuka and Roddy Piper would also challenge Flair over the title.
Flair was also a fixture on the local TV. In Nov 1978 saw U.S. champ Flair beating Ernie Dugas and Steve King in a handicap match making him look like a tough champion to beat. The on-going feud with Steamboat would finally catch up to the 'Nature Boy' right here in Toronto in December when Steamboat beat Flair for the belt in front of a very appreciative crowd. Toronto had been picked again as the site of an historic title change. Their matches were taking over the spotlight usually reserved for the world titles.
The feud between Flair and Steamboat is still regarded as one of the best match-ups in the modern era, the two young stars would enthrall spectators with their highly emotional and physical bouts. The sparks would fly again in Jan 1979 when Flair interfered in the Steamboat/Valentine bout after failing to unseat Canadian champ Dino Bravo in an earlier bout.
This would set up a tag battle with Steamboat teaming with Bravo vs Flair and Valentine on the following card. In the return single bout Steamboat would get the better of Flair pinning the Nature Boy in a defense of the title. Flair would regain the belt in Greensboro in April 79 and return to defend again vs Steamboat pinning the challenger on the May 13 show.
Flair would also be seen on TV in singles as well as tag matches with Valentine vs Leo Burke & John Bonello, Burke & Frank Marconi, and Burke with Silent Brian Macnee. On the May 26 TV show Flair would make Macnee submit to his trademark figure four. Macnee is famous around here for being one of the few deaf wrestlers ever to compete.
|Bringing some help 1980
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Flair, in an effort to rid himself of his foe would end up offering a bounty to anyone who could put Steamboat out of action. Big John Studd would take up the challenge here in Toronto but was no match for Steamboat losing by pin on the June 3 show.
Flair would then return to challenge Dino Bravo for his Canadian Heavyweight Title but would get disqualified at the 19 minute mark. The next card would again see Flair at the top this time challenging WWWF Champion Bob Backlund in a rare match-up. In a wild bout the Nature Boy would be counted out of the ring after 23 minutes but had established himself as one of the best and most popular wrestlers ever to appear in the Toronto area.
Late 1979 saw Flair, now receiving the fans cheers, return to challenge U.S. champ Jimmy Snuka including a 28 minute match in November. Snuka, like Flair was becoming one of the main stars of the day and would also enjoy fan support for his wrestling ability and high-flying style.
The start of 1980 would see Flair and Canadian Champ Dewey Robertson team up as a result of their mutual hatred for Jimmy Snuka and Ray Stevens and their manager Gene Anderson. In late 1979 in a battle of the then U.S. (Snuka) and Canadian Champ (Robertson), Ray Stevens had interfered on behalf of Snuka giving Robertson the DQ win.
On the last card of '79, Snuka and Stevens got the better of Flair and Robertson setting up a return for the first card of 1980. Flair and Robertson would reign supreme and solidify Flair's change to wrestling as a fan favorite.
|Another rough night at MLG 1980
The two would also team for a couple of TV Tag bouts defeating The Destroyer (Beyer) and Bill White as well as The Destroyer with Brute Bernard. Flair would also team on TV with Blackjack Mulligan defeating Frankie Laine and Doug Somers.
Another great feud that would see it's share of matches in the area was the battle between Flair and his former partner and now arch enemy Greg Valentine. July saw an exciting match with Flair retaining his U.S. belt (regained from Snuka in Greensboro Apr 1980). Valentine had tried to suplex him in from the apron but Flair shifted his weight to get the pin. Valentine spent a lot of his time repeatedly beating on Flair's broken nose leaving Flair covered in blood..
After the match, both competitors bloody and exhausted continued to fight down the ramp while other wrestlers tried to break them up. Flair would then trounce his former partner in a Texas Death Match and go once more in a tag match in September before moving on to yet another feud.
Hossein The Arab /Iron Sheik became the next target after having the seeds planted earlier in the year when Greg Valentine had turned on the Nature Boy during a Mid Atlantic area match with the Iranian and Jimmy Snuka (w/mgr Gene Anderson). Flair had been beaten bloody and suffered a legit broken nose when Valentine hit him with Anderson's cane.
The Great Hossein The Arab- as he was known here - was into his second reign with the Canadian Title. This run, much like his previous with the title would be remembered for constant manager interference and cheating his way to victory. Hossein actually held the M-A title at the same time but lost it to Ricky Steamboat the night before the card.
On November 2nd 1980 the two would go after each other before the bell was rung and at one point the hated Arab had Flair in his dreaded camel-clutch hold. Flair fought back and managed to break the hold and went on the offense. The future World Champ would batter Hossein with his trademark chops and elbow smashes and looked to be on the verge of winning the title as the match wore on.
He would earn revenge but not the title after the Arab retreated to the safety of the dressing room and was counted out. Hossein would only manage one more defense before losing the belt back to Angelo Mosca at the end of the year.
Late June 1981 saw the highly touted matchup between then U.S. Champ Piper and challenger Flair. Hyped as Piper-Flair III (due to two previous match-ups at MLG) Tony Parisi was designated as the special referee to ensure a finish to the feud. However it was not to be as Piper was disqualified for refusing to obey the rules. In Oshawa on the 30th, Flair would team up with Parisi against Piper and Ray Stevens and the two teams would meet again on the July 12th MLG card.
Piper would prove to be one of the better challengers for Flair over his career, able to match up both in the ring and by way of the mic. Flair would also find time to team with local legend Angelo Mosca in bouts throughout the area and on TV. The future world champ would also tag with up-and-comer Jay Youngblood who was quickly becoming a fan favorite at MLG and on the secondary circuit.
A dream team of sorts evolved when Flair teamed up with Andre The Giant in his on-going feud with Piper. Roddy would enlist the aid of Crippler Stevens as his partner in what would be a losing effort. Piper would survive to face Andre in a singles match in August.
In September Flair beats Dusty Rhodes to win the NWA World Title in Kansas City, beginning his first of many runs with the title. The Toronto favorite would make a triumphant return for the 50th Anniversary Show in November.
|Wrapping up Hossein 1980
Ric Flair would be making his first area defense of his newly won NWA World Title against former champ Harley Race. In promo's leading up to the bout, the rugged Race would boast of his experience and superiority to the young "Nature Boy" and promise to regain the belt he had worn on six previous occasions. Harley would also remind fans of his historic Toronto victory over Terry Funk in 1977 when he won the NWA title belt for the second time after beating Funk with an Indian deathlock at the beloved MLG.
The match itself would not disappoint, with 16,000 fans seeing the two ring warriors matching each other hold for hold with Race coming close to pinning Flair on several occasions. Race would use his falling head butt to precision causing Flair to bleed profusely and would punish the champ with his calculated knee drops and variety of suplex's. The young Champ would not be denied however and mount a comeback with his own arsenal of moves including his trademark figure four leg lock. Flair would wear down the former champ and get the pinfall victory after a spirited 24 minute match.
The April 25 1982 card would bring a return of the November 1981 classic with Flair again defending his NWA crown against former champ Harley Race. In the previous bout, Harley had pinned Flair and was awarded the prestigious belt before a second referee came out to explain Flair's foot had been on the ropes and reversing the decision.
Race was by this point a six time former champ and was a credible threat to Flairs reign but the wild match ended in a double disqualification. It was another tough battle with action around the ring and on the ramp. Both grapplers would be disqualified after about 20 minutes for ignoring the referee. This was the third of their six bouts here and is noteworthy for being a double world title night. AWA champ Nick Bockwinkel would lose via dq to challenger Angelo Mosca in a memorable night at MLG.
June would see Flair return to face another former champ in veteran Jack Brisco. The magazines at the time were pushing Brisco as gearing up for another run at the NWA title but in reality the former champ had no such aspirations. He did make a formidable challenger however and would defeat Roddy Piper for the MId-Atlantic Title soon thereafter.
Flair would continue to defend across North America almost daily before returning in October to face yet another former NWA champ in Dory Funk Jr. Funk had taken on an increased role in the Carolinas and would prove to be another strong challenger to Flair. The match would go over 21 minutes before Flair made the pin and had his hand raised in another successful title defense.
A big build-up to the Feb 1983 card which was to feature Flair defending against Roddy Piper was all for nought as Piper didn't show (in his book says he missed a flight from Puerto Rico) and was replaced by Dory Jr's younger brother Terry Funk. After another pin of a former champ, Flair would meet Piper on two successive cards in late March, early April. Veteran Sandy Scott would be the special ref in the latter match which Flair won by dq.
After a local defense against Valentine, Flair would lose the title back to Race in June (in St Louis), setting up a return for the huge Night Of Champions card in July which saw the Nature Boy lose by dq and fail in his bid to re-capture the belt.
The return bout 2 weeks later on Night Of The Champions II would see the same outcome but Flair would catch up with Race at the inaugural Starcade in Greensboro in November, regaining the belt to start his second reign as NWA World Champion.
Flair would return to the area in Feb 1984 to face Race for a final time at MLG again winning decisively to the delight of the fans. A last defense in May 1984 against Dick Slater would mark the end of an era in Toronto with the WWF taking over a short time later.
|vs Jack Brisco 1982
Post 84 Flair would return as part of the Mosca promoted NWA Moscamania. In 1991 he faced Jim Powers in Ottawa in his debut for the WWF and returned to MLG defeating old nemesis Roddy Piper using the feet on the ropes trick.
From Wrestling Exchange 'Toronto Connection - First M-A Card 1978 by Marty Slobin'
The final match of the evening was a confrontation between Ric Flair and the sensational Ricky Steamboat. Both young wrestlers combined showmanship, brawling and scientific wrestling. In matches before capacity crowds in North Carolina and Virginia. the pair had aroused the passions of the fans with ultra-violence and intricate wrestling holds. Every battle in their war had been a classic, and this Toronto main event was to be no exception.
Flair entered the ring wearing a sequined turquoise robe that was accentuated by his strutting across the runway antagonizing every fan as he completed his triumphant march to the ring. As Steamboat entered the ring, be was attacked by Flair. A few deadly chops to the forehead from Steamboat caused Flair to retreat to his comer. As the bell rang, both men jumped into mid-ring to begin the match. A series of Steamboat arm drags caused Flair to fall all over the ring. Flair countered with punches and eye gouges. Frustrated by his attempts to end the match early. Flair launched a new attack based on punches, elbow drops, and kneelifts to the stomach. Flair seized the temporarily weakened Steamboat in a vertical suplex, and tried for a pin. Steamboat threw him off, and began a counter-attack based on dropkicks, body slams, martial arts hand thrusts and chops to the throat.
After several two count pins by both men, the tide began to turn. Ric Flair could not break Steamboat's version of the figure-four leglock but he refused to submit to the hold. Slowly and painfully, he crawled into the ropes. Upon breaking the hold, Steamboat stepped back, then launched a series of body slams, suplexes, flying mares, and punches. Steamboat satisfied his cheering, stomping, whistling fans by beating Flair from one end of the ring to the other. In the midst of a series of body slams, Flair grabbed Steamboat in a cradle for the count of two. Steamboat reversed the cradle, applying an inside cradle that Flair broke by pulling hair.
Flair then threw Steamboat into the ropes and caught him in a high back body drop. When Flair tried the moved a second time, Steamboat caught him with a sunset flip cradle. When Flair broke the hold, each wrestler began to use kicks, elbow drops, chops, and punches, in a last ditch effort to destroy the other. Finally, Steamboat grabbed Flair in a sleeper hold which Flair broke by eye gouging. Steamboat went wild, using chops, kicks, and another flying sleeper hold to subdue Flair. The nearly unconscious Flair went for the ropes again. Steamboat responded by turning the sleeper into a stranglehold. When referee Tommy Young tried to break up the hold, he was thrown to the mat. The referee thus disqualified the enraged Steamboat. Bloody and nearly unconscious, Flair had won. The fans had witnessed a match that would never be forgotten.


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When I saw MotherApp for the first time I knew they were on to something unique and ahead of the curve. After running a mobile company for years one of the biggest challenges was making sure our software ran across multiple mobile platforms — iPhone, BlackBerry, Symbian, Windows Mobile and Android. That's where MobileApp comes in.
Ken Law, co-founder and CEO of MotherApp, shows us how far their product has come in a short time and why you may want to enlist them to help get your content across all mobile platforms. He is experienced, candid and seems to be having a blast as he pushes the MotherApp platform hard (plus, he's looking for a MotherApp evangelist but you'll have to watch the video to see how to apply!)
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The third generation of Monster Hunter is comprised of the third set of three games released between August 1st, 2009 and September 14, 2013. The third generation represents a near-universal revamp and overhaul of the identity, presentation, gameplay, and aesthetics of the series.
Gameplay Features
The third generation's most drastic new gameplay feature was the introduction of underwater traversal and hunting. Present in Monster Hunter 3 and Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, the ability for players to explore and battle in three dimensions in an aquatic environment allowed for the introduction of new control types and HUD elements, as well as a multitude of new items and monsters. In additon, the Torch was introduced, as well as the short-lived presence of dark areas which must be illuminated. Elsewhere, the Hunters-For-Hire and Felyne Quest systems were introduced, allowing a team of AI controlled hunters to undertake "quests" for the player, presenting them with items upon their success.
Free-hunt was introduced for the first time, allowing players to explore a randomized version of the Deserted Island with an infinite time allowance in order to collect resources and hunt monsters. A field pouch was implemented, which allowed players to store extra items in their inventory while on hunts. Third generation re-introduced the comrade system, and expanded it by adding a second comrade in the form of a second Palico or Kayamba. Furthermore, these comrades could now accompany players in online quests along with the comrades of other players. Elemental blights were added as a new hazard during combat. Each element would now inflict an abnormal status effect rather than simply adding more damage to the attack.
Through a new system known as "Unstable Environment", other large monsters not originally included in the quest description could now randomly appear during certain quests. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd introduced a system known as "Warning!" in which another large monster could appear after the target monster had been slain, although this was short-lived and not seen again in later games.
The Target Camera was introduced in the third generation, allowing players to focus the camera on the target monster with a simple tap of the L button.
The third generation introduced fifty-six monsters, including three monster types: Leviathan, Brute Wyvern, and Fanged Wyvern. Notably, most monsters featured in first and second generation games did not return in Monster Hunter 3, and a select few were slowly re-introduced over the course of the generation and beyond.
Small Monsters
Large Monsters
The third generation introduced two weapon types, classified into either melee or "Blademaster" weapons, and ranged or "Gunner" weapons. Notably, the Gunlance, Hunting Horn, Bow, and Dual Blades were not included in Monster Hunter 3, but were reintroduced in Monster Hunter Portable 3rd.
Blademaster Weapons
Gunner Weapons
The third generation featured sixteen hunting grounds. Six of these were general hunting grounds meant for multi-purpose exploration and traversal, three were battle arenas, and seven were special boss areas.
|Deserted Island
|Sandy Plains
|Flooded Forest
|Misty Peaks
|Underwater Ruin
|Great Desert
|Sacred Land
|Lava Canyon
|Polar Field
|Sacred Pinnacle
|Tainted Sea
|Land Arena
|Water Arena
|Small Arena
The offline portions of Monster Hunter 3 and Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate took place in Moga Village, while the online portions took place in Loc Lac City and Port Tanzia, respectively. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd was set in Yukumo Village.
Thematic Motifs
Monster Hunter 3 and Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate focused largely on exotic island themes as far as music and visual motifs were concerned. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd focused on a traditional Japanese style, including allusions to traditional Japanese architecture, music, locations, and equipment.
- The first and thus far only generation to feature underwater combat.
- The first generation to exclude previously introduced monsters and weapon classes.
- Introduced the most new monsters of any generation, even more than the original set.


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Dr. Oz and Karl Romain Demonstrate Stress-Relieving Qigong Exercises
"It has long been my dream that one day Americans of all ages, creeds and colors will be practicing Tai Chi Chuan in the beautiful parks of this country as they do in China. Few places in the world offer lovely open spaces which can and should be used productively. The result would be tremendous improvement in mental and physical well-being".
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Nathlie Boutté (http://www.nathalieboutte.com) is a very talented self-taught paper artist based out of Montreuil, near Paris, France, whose work can be described as delicate yet powerful. She creates portraits that are striking, where she uses long narrow strips of paper that are meticulously assembled creating a feather effect that constantly evolves. I'm pleased to share our interview with her and we hope you enjoy it too!
Tell us a little about your background – what path led you to what you're doing now?
I started to work when I was 20 as a traditional graphic designer. At that time, computers were unknown in our job but rotrings and cutters were my work tools. Most of my job was manual. I have always liked that. Later on, in spite of computer supremacy, I never gave up this contact with paper. It is by far the raw material I prefer to work with today.
What have been some favorite recent projects/clients/collaborations?
I really like my last work "Memories" (below) and this is quite unusual since my relation to this piece has been immediate whereas I often need time to stand back before I can have a look at my work.
How would you describe your creative process?
The creative process is complex because my research is long and I could even say a bit fatiguing and exclusive. My all spirit is dedicated to it. I dream of it and in the morning I start again to work on the pictures I built during the night. But you never achieve exactly what you have in mind. It is never exactly the same. Sometimes, it puts me on quite different tracks and in the end I get a result which doesn't have anything to do with the creation I had in mind at the origin, but, which is…exactly what I was looking for.
Your work is absolutely stunning — how did you decide that you would go with this technique and how long did it take you to perfect?
As I told you, I have always worked with paper, created origamis, pop ups, kirigamis. I have a dozen pairs of scissors, and as many cutters, all different from each other, scattered around the place (for wanting of a proper workshop). I always have one within reach. There is not a day goes by I do not handle paper. And out of all the techniques I have used, cutting naturally won. By dint of practice I improved and became proficient.
Who is your favorite new artist of 2011/2012?
I really like Georgia Russel, her last exhibition at the Galery Karsten Greve in Paris was incredible. Claire Morgan's setup also moves me. The piece presently exhibited at La Conciergerie (Paris) is one of my favorites.
What tools/materials do you use?
I do not need a lot of things. A masicot, scissors, glue, and above all paper, of all sorts.
Are you involved in any upcoming shows or events? Where and when?
I've been asked to be part of the book 'Paperworks' at Sandu Editions (China), I have some other projects under way, but I can not talk about them as yet. As soon as I can, I will communicate on my website. I am open to any proposal.
Are there any particular places that you would love to showcase your work?
Like all artists, I would love to have one day an individual exhibition in a main institution. But the road is still long. Before, I would like to be part of a collective 'paper artists' exhibition, I would like to share with them my experience and I love meeting the public.
If you could collaborate with anyone in this world, dead or alive, who would it be?
I do not have any name to give you, beyond the work you admire, working with someone is complicated, it is necessary to meet the person to see if it is possible.
What websites do you use for inspiration?
I surf a lot on the web, I get inspiration on paper websites like, "Strictlypaper" and "Upon a fold" on which I often go. Some other websites like "this is colossal", 'illusion scene", "pinterest", "stumbleUpon", but I have also visited a lot of museums, exhibitions, galleries, to see works closer. I also read paper magazines.
What would be your dream creative project?
A very big size format, several meters large!
Is there anything else you would like to share with our viewers?
I would like to tell them, that if they like my work, they can post a little comment; it gives me strength and energy.
Thank you Nathalie for taking the time to do an interview with us, we look forward to seeing more of your work. I would love to see your work in person, hopefully you will have a show in New York soon. To our viewers, be sure to post below with your thoughts and if you know of any artists that work in the realm of paper that you would like to be interviewed be sure to shoot us an e-mail.


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Conference report: Joint Nordic Focus on Research Infrastructures - looking to the future_Nov 13
The conference Joint Nordic Focus on Research Infrastructures – Looking to the Future was held in November 2013 as part of the programme during the Swedish chairmanship of the Nordic Council of Ministers. The two-day conference focused solely on Nordic collaboration on research infrastructures. It covered three subject-specific areas of research: Climate & Environment, Health & Welfare and Materials & Molecules.


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The Consumer Christmas 2010
Don't get me wrong. The store was busy but large areas were deserted. A store that stays open 24 hours a day is a phenomenon in itself but those wandering the aisles were being attracted to sale racks and less-spendy areas of the store.
It was interesting that many of the fur-bedecked matriarchs leading families very slowly and deliberately through the store's luxury departments were speaking other languages. A lot of Russian and many Asian languages filled the air as we steered around them.
It's not surprising. Almost all surveys of consumer behavior in the U.S. show a concentration on reducing debt that is unprecedented. Spenders are coming to grips with the fact that jobs are not multiplying, they've got to make do with what they have, and the smartest thing they can do is get out from under credit card and other debt as quickly as possible.
Where was shopping intense in Manhattan? Jack's Dollar Store located just a few blocks from our hotel. Wall to wall shoppers all the way up to the closing hour.
The most likely scenario for the economy, in my opinion, is a long slow recovery. What I observed falls in line with that. I think a GDP growth near 3% in 2011 will enable the unemployment rate to drop below 9%. Spending will return cautiously. It won't be for big-ticket items but will begin to bolster support for more indulgent food, some travel, culture, entertainment, and family involvement.
We attended sold-out Broadway shows but there were half-priced tickets available up to curtain time at almost all shows. Movies that you would have to buy tickets for days in advance at prime viewing times were walk-up purchases. Top-rated restaurants were busy but not overwhelmed. On the eve of the Christmas rush I've been getting discount and free-shipping (even of the rapid variety) offers on a regular basis.
We've moved into an era of moderation and introspection. May we emerge more sober and wiser.


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At the start of 2011 we had $13,402.24 in credit card debt between two major credit cards. Oh, and then some debt on a few store cards. Although we had never been late on any payments, it was certainly a burden to carry the debts.
Up through most of 2010, we were paying not much more than the minimums on our credit cards. We just didn't have the extra money to knock it down any further. I was sure we'd be in debt for awhile to come.
Then at the end of 2010, we finally decided to work harder at paying it off. At the beginning of 2011, Hubby started a new job with an increase in salary. Instead of increasing our lifestyle with the salary increase, we've tried hard to keep living on the old salary and splitting the increase between savings and paying off our credit cards.
We've worked extremely hard to stick within our budget and to keep knocking down the debts. If you haven't been following along with our Credit Card Debt Payoff journey, you can check out the series of posts here.
Anyway, all this to come to my latest update. I didn't want to wait another two weeks for my monthly recap for this one! We have finally, finally, paid off one of our major credit cards!!! For those following along, this would be the CitiCard1 that we had a balance of $900 on my last monthly update for September.
My goal originally was to pay this off by the end of the year. Then when I saw how well we were making progress on it earlier in the year, I decided I wanted to make it our goal to pay if off by the end of October. Well we did it!!! And with two weeks to spare!
I'm so proud of this accomplishment, it's hard to put it into words how happy I am. But trust me, I'm overjoyed.
Coming up.... our goals for the rest of our credit card debt. I know you're waiting at the edge of your seats!


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KANSAS CITY (AP) � A new Mormon temple in Kansas City is scheduled to briefly open to the public in April and will begin serving regional church members the following month.
The 32,000-square-foot temple in Clay County will be dedicated May 6. Before that, local Mormon leaders plan to offer nonmembers a rare chance to tour the structure in April.
After the dedication, only members in good standing will be allowed inside the temple, which will serve about 30,000 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
�We would like everyone in the greater Kansas City area to take the opportunity to see what the inside of a Mormon temple looks like,� said Jeremiah Morgan, president of the Liberty LDS Stake, or district. �It�s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.�
The temple is not where members hold Sunday worship services. Instead, it is where specific ordinances, or sacraments, including marriage and baptism, take place.
The new temple represents an important event in the western Missouri history of the LDS church. Mormon prophet Joseph Smith Jr. was incarcerated in nearby Liberty in the winter of 1838-39.
Today the LDS church, based in Salt Lake City, maintains a visitor center on the Liberty site where Smith was detained. It includes a partial reconstruction of the basement jail cell shared by Smith and others.


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What is the 1911 Society?
Waypoint Services (formally YWCA) was established in 1894 and built their headquarters in 1911 at 318 5th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. For over 100 years Waypoint Services has been dedicated to making lives better for those in need. The 1911 Society consists of a group of individuals from our community dedicated to Waypoint's mission to strengthen and empower individuals who are homeless, living in poverty, or victims of domestic violence. Members of
the 1911 Society share a passion for helping individuals overcome obstacles and barriers in their life due to homelessness, poverty or domestic violence to become self-sufficient and productive citizens.
What is included in the 1911 Society Membership?
As a 1911 Society Member you will be recognized with one of the longest standing non-profits in our community. 1911 Society Members will be recognized on Waypoint's donor wall, annual report, website and social media. In addition, each member will receive quarterly e-newsletters on program updates and success stories.
How much is a 1911 Society Membership?
If you have questions about the 1911 Society, please contact Autumn Craft, Chief Development & Marketing Officer, at (319) 731-6117.


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Hey big spender
So a Forbes.com story today says that advertisers need to do a better job marketing to moms. Apparently, we spend about $2.1 trillion a year, or about 15% of the entire U.S. economy. (And I can believe that, based on my average weekly shopping trip to Target.) The article says advertisers can do this by using 'mom' language; placing ads in magazines, and increasingly, on the Web; offering quality service; and offering products that make life easier and promote family welfare. And even though I don't need any more advertising in my life (it's bad enough that when my kid sees an ad, for anything, his first two questions are 'Do we have that?' and 'Can we get that?' Seriously, even for household cleaner.) I can see how I would totally be a sucker for something that was marketed in the above 'mom' fashion. Especially toys, we bought a lot of books for Christmas gifts this year because I was leery of toy safety with a teething (read: everything goes in the mouth) baby.
But above the marketing of products to moms, I'd like to have the actual buying experience tailored to us, too. For instance, premium parking spots for pregnant moms are nice, but let's go a step further: Devote some more nice spots to moms with more than one kid to tow along on errands, complete with a rack that holds the special shopping carts to carry two kids. And more antiseptic wipe holders, please, for the times I forget the cart cover. Clearly marked (and CLEAN) bathrooms would be a plus. And God bless my local Barnes and Noble for installing a Thomas the Train set to keep my son occupied while I pick out books. Now if they had a little baby play area at Target where someone watches kids while we shop, I would be in heaven. It's no accident that, now that I have two kids, I did most of my holiday shopping online.
Do you think advertisers could do a better job marketing to moms? What would you like to see? And what do you think is 'mom' language anyway?


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you made the moon feel afraid it was traducement of your luminous face
as your hair danced between the trade winds to the music we played
you were an aura, stardust poured down from a cumulus space
indentured to human edges – trapped against the lunar embrace
sunlight was peer pressure, truth that ruined the illusions we made
the night rumored a future – the day dug up a past to exhume and retrace
pugilistic with fate. the sweet science of the spirit, balled fists to the heavens
undressed defiance. your body's temple melted in existing dimensions
we were immortal for a night, youth the air of our dreams
as petals pooled in the moonlight of the plumeria tree
I dared to believe. star-crossed passion that we discovered –
for love and dreams only exist because we need each other
you made the moon feel afraid it was traducement of your luminous face


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Ben Lerwill puts the spotlight on destinations set to be on the tourist radar in the year ahead
What makes a travel hotspot? The short answer is there's no short answer. Any number of factors can see a destination receive an upturn in tourists, from newly unveiled developments and increased flights to fresh marketing campaigns.
As a general rule, the US public is consistent when it comes to its topmost travel destinations — ASTA's 2014 surveys, for example, showed London, Paris, Rome and Cancun remained the four most agent-booked overseas cities for the 11th summer running. When it comes to less dominant destinations, however, there's greater potential for a city, region or country to make a marked rise in public consciousness.
Various trends continue to shape travel choices, from the migration to online booking to the power of social media — indeed, International Luxury Travel Market compiled its own hotspot report for 2014; it gauged a city's status by the number of luxury hotel reviews it attracts. Key luxury hotspots included everywhere from New York and Las Vegas to Buenos Aires and Shanghai.
The geopolitical climate can also have a dramatic effect on where people choose to travel. A poll of travel agents in August 2014, conducted by Travel Leaders Group, found almost 65% reported a decrease in bookings for Israel, 58% for Egypt, 34% for Kenya and 27% for Thailand. A major negative impact was also noted on demand for river cruising in Russia and the Black Sea.
Unforeseen circumstances aside, however, the fortunes of some destinations can be safely predicted. It's reasonable to assume, for instance, that the increased exposure Brazil earned during the World Cup will continue to generate more visitors, particularly given Rio will be hosting the Olympics in 2016. Likewise, growing new river cruise options in France will find a receptive audience in that particular market sector.
For ASTA agents, meanwhile, the Society's forthcoming Destination Expo in Marrakech is sure to lead to a greater awareness of Morocco, as proven with previous expos in South Korea, Turkey, Peru and Dubai.
Where more emerging destinations are concerned, things aren't always so clear-cut. Will a new airport on St Vincent & the Grenadines lead to a notable increase in US tourists? Will US visitors to Asia be tempted by the ever-growing number of mega-resorts on Macau? Or not?
For various reasons, the following 10 destinations stand to draw considerably more attention in the coming 12 months.
In late October 2014, United Airlines launched a nonstop 15-hour service between its LA hub and Melbourne. As well as being the world's longest Dreamliner route to date, the news throws fresh attention onto a destination named the 'World's Most Livable City' by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria state, a region which saw an 11.8% increase to 151,000 overnight visitors from the US in 2014. So what makes it special? It's got the works — great hotels and restaurants, a thriving cultural scene and iconic touring routes, such as the Great Ocean Road. It offers a world-class sporting calendar too, featuring the Australian Open in tennis and a Formula 1 Grand Prix, plus the city is also hosting the Australian Tourism Exchange, a key B2B trade show, in 2015. visitmelbourne.com
As host city of Expo 2015 (May 1-October 31), Milan is expecting around 20 million visitors, marking a momentous time for the city. Milan's hotel scene is equally lively. Marriott opened the Moxy Hotel at Malpensa Airport in September, the Excelsior Hotel Gallia became part of Starwood's Luxury Collection in November, while a new W Milan hotel is scheduled for April 2016. There has also been talk of Etihad Airways introducing a direct JFK-Milan service, following its recent acquisition of 49% of Alitalia. visitamilano.it
Austin, Texas
Back in February, Austin claimed the top spot in Forbes' annual list of America's fastest-growing cities for the fourth year running. It's little surprise, then, that its hotel market is becoming one of the strongest in the country, with a current occupancy rate of 78% and a huge amount of new development in the pipeline. Hotels on the way include the JW Marriott Austin (due to open in February 2015), Kimpton's Hotel Van Zandt (spring 2015) and the 1,054-room Fairmont Austin (2016). Key annual events include music festivals such as SXSW and the now expanded Austin City Limits, where Pearl Jam, Outkast and Eminem were among 2014's headliners. Since 2012, the city has also hosted the US leg of the Formula 1 Grand Prix, the most watched motorsport event in the world. Austin-Bergstrom Airport has previously been named the Best Domestic Airport Worldwide. austintexas.org
The emergence of Cuba as a viable choice for US travelers is set to continue into 2015. ASTA member Mayflower Tours announced in August it would be introducing nine-day, people-to-people Cuba tours from early 2015. There are currently seven departures scheduled, and clients can expect visits to a cigar factory and an insight into Cuba's antique car heritage, among various other activities. Mayflower joins operators such as Travcoa and Insight Cuba in running tours to the destination over the coming 12 months. One option on offer is to arrange a trip to coincide with the Havana Biennial Art Exhibition in May, a large-scale cultural event taking place every two years. For those with an interest in cruising, Group IST has a number of seven-night voyages circumnavigating Cuba, with eight sailing dates between late 2014 and March 2015.
The glitziest of the seven United Arab Emirates has more big ambitions. Dubai aims to attract 20 million visitors a year by 2020, and with the destination having reported five straight years of rising tourism numbers, it's definitely on track. Flagship carrier Emirates began daily flights from Boston in March and from Chicago in August 2014, while a colossal $32bn plan to expand Dubai International Airport was endorsed in September. Hotels are shooting up across the skyline, but there's already plenty to draw attention. Showpiece projects like the 'seven-star' Burj Al Arab, the family-friendly Atlantis Hotel and the soaring Burj Khalifa — the world's tallest building — take top billing, but Dubai is also making headlines for its mega-mall shopping, high-octane activities and food. dubaitourism.ae
The W Bogota Hotel opened in Colombia's capital city in December, marking another boost for the country's strengthening reputation. Long avoided, Colombia has in recent years made positive headlines as travelers and operators awaken to its potential — 1.8 million international visitors now arrive annually, around 20% from the US. Tourists tend to stick with Cartagena, Bogota and Medellin, but in 2015 the focus will also be on Cali as host of the inaugural Colombia Birdfair in February — the country has the most number of bird species in the world. A new air route was also launched by Avianca in July between New York and Pereira. colombia.travel
Southeast Asia
River cruising has a firm foothold in several parts of the world, but its growth is particularly apparent in Southeast Asia, where the number of new ships being christened now rivals Europe. Luxury river voyages in Vietnam and Cambodia have become very popular, while the beguiling nation of Myanmar (Burma) now offers numerous cruising options. New vessels include the Irrawaddy Explorer and all-suite Sanctuary Ananda in Myanmar; the Avalon Siem Reap, sailing Cambodia and Vietnam; and the Mekong Princess, which will have spa facilities and four suite categories when it launches in September.
The Belgian city of Mons, which played a role in both World Wars, is set for a memorable year. In January it takes up the mantle of European City of Culture for 2015 and has an eye-catching roster of events for the 12 months ahead, including a Vincent Van Gogh exhibition, several grand parties and a show dedicated to the celebrated poet Paul Verlaine, who was imprisoned in Mons in the 1870s. Mons sits 40 miles from Brussels, where commemorative events continue to take place to mark the centenary of WWI. For other visitors with a keen interest in history, meanwhile, June will witness the most impressive re-enactment ever seen in Europe, as thousands of participants mark the bicentenary of the Battle of Waterloo. visitbelgium.com
Atlanta, Georgia
A number of new openings are giving good cause to consider a trip to Atlanta. Chief among them is the Center for Civil and Human Rights, a 43,000sq ft cultural attraction that was unveiled in June in the Downtown area. It features permanent galleries dedicated to rights struggles in the US and abroad, and the venue welcomes the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in November. Also noteworthy, and even larger in size, is the new College Football Hall of Fame, opened in August. It forms part of Atlanta's reported $1.5bn of hospitality development in 2014, which also includes the enormous Ponce City Market — home to everything from a food hall to rooftop mini-golf — the Buckhead Atlanta luxury shopping development, and the city's long-awaited 2.7-mile streetcar loop. atlanta.net
The Philippines
The country's tourist board has declared 2015 as 'Visit The Philippines Year', with a dedicated micro-site phl2015.itsmorefuninthephilippines.com aimed at giving the campaign real substance. The archipelago nation, famed for its beaches and culture, has various high-profile events taking place, including a visit from the Pope in January and the large-scale culinary celebration Madrid Fusion Manila in April. Tourism numbers have seen good growth in recent years — US arrivals totaled 449,793 during the first seven months of 2014, up almost 8%. There's more good news in the form of the City of Dreams Manila, a new luxury resort in the capital city, including a casino and three high-end accommodation options: a Hyatt, Nobu Hotel and Crown Towers. itsmorefuninthephilippines.com
Where else?
Beijing: American Airlines is commencing a non-stop service from Dallas/Fort Worth to the Chinese capital in May 2015, the third Chinese route the airline has launched in the past year.
Botswana: Following UNESCO's recognition of the Okavango Delta as its 1,000 World Heritage Site, the African wildlife-rich wetland is set to reach iconic tourism status.
Macau: 2015 sees Macau open the world's largest JW Marriott property, as well as an all-suite Ritz-Carlton hotel and the 3,000-room Parisian Macao, complete with an 'Eiffel Tower'.
Aruba: Southwest Airlines begins its first international route from Houston Hobby Airport from March 2015, flying to Aruba weekly. It started flights to the same destination from Orlando in mid-2014.
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LONDON, Nov 22 (Reuters) - Metals and mining shares climbed 3 percent on Tuesday underpinning a firm open for Europe's benchmark stock index as the global reflation trade in the wake of Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election continued.
The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.7 percent in early trades. The index is still down about 6 percent so far this year.
In the United States, all three major stock indexes set record closing highs on Monday. Small caps also rose, pushing the Russell 2000 index to a record high close, with the session marking the first time all four indexes hit closing records on the same day since Dec. 31, 1999.
The European basic resources index, which has now doubled from its January lows, was the best performing sector index after prices of major industrial metals such as copper and aluminum rose 1 to 2 percent. Anglo American, BHP Billiton and Antofagasta advanced 4.0 to 5.3 percent.
The STOXX Europe 600 Oil and Gas index was up 1 percent.
Elsewhere, Genmab rose 4.8 percent after the company received U.S. approval for a drug while Essilor shares were poised for their worst day in eight years after the firm cut its outlook. (Reporting by Atul Prakash, Editing by Vikram Subhedar)


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I'm taking on the task of upgrading to a 120 gallon tank from a 55 gallon i'm doing a lot of research on canister filters they are some what costly so my question is will two 90 gallon hang on filters work the same as one canister filter for a 120 G
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A canister offers far better bio filtration than an hob. They are quieter and less maintenance, you may only have to open and clean 2-3 times a year. I do have a 120 g filtered with 2 Aquaclear 110's. Tank has a single 10in cichlid. I change a lot of water, around 75% every 3-4 days. I clean the sponges on average every 6 weeks. With an aggressive water change ritual, 2 big hob's do a good job. The ideal configuration would be a medium canister and large hob. My tank sits on the floor and I dont have the room or height requirement for a canister.
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You are entering into the realms of fairly large aquariums which require lots of filtration. If you're going to the trouble of installing such a large aquariums then don't skimp when it comes to filtration. A 120 gallon aquarium is big enough for two Oscars, but you will definitely need excellent filtration. I would urge you to opt for the canister type filters as these will give you the filtration you need for this big aquarium
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Facts About Warts
Plantar Wart Causes
Plantar warts are caused by an infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) in the outer layer of skin on the soles of your feet. There are more than 100 types of HPV, but only a few types are known to cause warts on your feet.
The viruses thrive in warm, moist environments — such as shower floors, locker rooms and public swimming areas. Consequently, you may contract the virus by walking barefoot around pools or gyms.
The virus also needs to have a point of entry into the skin, such as:
- Cracks in dry skin
- Cuts or scrapes
- Wet, softened, fragile skin from prolonged water exposure
If the virus spreads from the original site of infection, multiple warts may appear. These may include:
- Several individual warts at different sites on the foot
- "Kissing warts," a pair of warts that appear where two parts of the foot touch, such as a point of contact between two toes or between a toe and the ball of foot
- Mosaics, clusters of warts that essentially form a large, single lesion
Preventing Warts
No matter how well you take care of your skin, there is unfortunately no foolproof way to avoid getting warts. There are some steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting or spreading them.
Here's how you can reduce your risk of getting warts:
- Avoid biting and chewing fingernails and cuticles. This can predispose skin to infection.
- Wash hands often (reiterate the importance of this to children).
- Moisturize – especially dry, cracked skin.
- Always wear sandals or flip flops in public showers, locker rooms and pools to prevent plantar warts.
- Clean cuts and scratches thoroughly with soap and water since they are susceptible to warts and other infections.
- Never share razors, towels or socks with others. Even if no wart is visible, they may still carry the virus.
- Keep your hands and feet dry and wear extra-absorbent socks if your feet sweat a lot to help prevent.
- Avoid touching other people's warts.
Are Warts Contagious?
Warts are benign (not cancerous) skin growths that appear when a virus infects the top layer of the skin. Viruses that cause warts are called human papillomavirus (HPV). You are more likely to get one of these viruses if you cut or damage your skin in some way. Wart viruses are contagious.
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- Not rubbing or scratching your wart
- Keeping the wart covered with a bandage, tape, etc.
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ba5alee hal post as long as I can 3ashankom ;*
o ana ga3da a7awil a5ali9 hal story as fast as I can 3ashan I start with the true one
after ma I finished talking to Noor I went to Yousif o ashwa he was being released today so I stayed with him and packed all his stuff. Bader came and helped me pack as well we oredered pizza and ate, then each person did their own thing I was doing my assignements Bader was on his laptop, and Yousif was watching some car race show.
The doctor came in and did some final checks and released him, But he has to come back for chemo in a couple of days.
We left the hospital and took Yousif to his hotel room I organized his stuff and made sure that he was ok
Sindis: Yousif tabee shay gabil ma amshee?
Yousif: tislimeen mabee ila salamat 3omrich
Sindis: ana ba5alee my phone maftoo7 all night just incase you need anything
Yousif: la inshallah mako ila il 3afia
Sindis: ok call me awal ma itgoom 3ashan at6aman
Yousif: inshallah
Bader: haman ana Yousif itha i7tijt ay shay mayridik ila ilsanik
Yousif: tislam ma 8a9art, yallah sindis tara its getting late
Bader: ee yallah I'll drop you off 3ala 6ireejee
Bader left the room ana I was making some final checks o I was about to leave
Yousif: Sindis!
Sindis: hala?
Yousif: mashkoora
Sindis: 3ala shino?
Yousif: 3ala kil shay thank you
Sindis: 3aib 3alayk ya Yousif ana ma sawayt ila ilee gidart 3alay
Yousif: tislimeen
I had to leave the room cuz madreee something's wrong with mee I'm liking Yousif alot,lalalala he's just a friend shfeech sindis thiglay o fakray ib Bader
Sindis: ana lazim aroo7 good night
Yousif: allah wiyach good night
I left the room relieved yet nervous yet scared at the same time, I don't know what will happen next allah kareeem
I pressed on the down button and waited for the elevator to arrive I shifted to a land of thoughts and worries "DING" the sound brought me back to reality, I entered the elevator pressed on G, once the doors opened there he was my prince charming standing in the corner waiting for me
Sindis: sorry 6awalt 3alayk
Bader: la 3adee bas I hope that everything's ok cuz wayhich may6amin
Sindis: la mako shay bas I'm tired
Bader: akeed Sindis?
Sindis: ee akeed
Bader: 5ala9 3ayal awa9lich il bait 3ashan itroo7een o tirta7ayn o bacher la itdawmeen ana I'll pass by ur proffesors o a5ith minhom kilshay ti7tajayna
Sindis: la Bader wallah mala da3ee
Bader: imbala shoofay shloon shaklich ta3baan intay bas irta7ay o malich shi'3il
Sindis: hehehehe ok ok 5ala9 ma ra7 adawin bacher
How could I even think of Yousif shiftay shlown ya Sindis hatha il shai6an ga3id yil3ab ib mo5ich
Sindis: Bader!
I stopped ib the middle of the street, lazim a3arif shino ga3id iyfaker fee
Bader: 3yoon bader
Sindis: bader bas2lik so2al ohwa shwaya sudden bas lazim a3arif il answer
Bader: amray?
Sindis: abee a3arif do you like me ya3nee what am I to you?
Bader: intay min 9ijich ga3da tis2leenee hal so2al
Sindis: ee akeed min 9ijee
Bader: offcoarse I like you, I love you ba3ad
:o :o :o :o chithee kan my face, my heart stopped beating my eyes popped out of their place my stomache started to hurt. That feeling just amazing I never knew that a person could be that happy that relieved
It was mesmerizing just hearing these three words coming out of his mouth...... I ran up to him and Hugged him really tight just like a kid that found something she's lost
Bader: HAHAHAHAHA shway shway
Sindis: I whispered back I love you too
but i dont think he heard me which is better it's too soon for me to say it out loud I let go and we walked hand in hand our fingers interlocked and both of us had a smile plastered on our faces for the first time I was sure that I'm actually in love.
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Continue east from Amboy, and soon you reach Cadiz Summit. There is not much there other than an abandoned tourist complex.
Essex, now we are in a town. Well, maybe the ambitions of riverfront property exceeded the reality of the river. The Route 66 Adventure Handbook says General Patton's troops trained here in 1942 to prepare for the invasion of North Africa.
The National Trails Highway loops north and passes under I-40. Goffs is at the edge of the Mohave National Preserve, but there is not much left of the community. Soon you need to rejoin I-40 and drive to Needles to cross the Colorado River. The old Route 66 bridge no longer exists. We will continue our tour of the Mother Road in Arizona in the next installment.
Let's take a minor diversion. There are weird things not on Route 66. If you are driving on I-15 from Las Vegas to the Los Angeles area, the interstate passes through a lot of dry, empty country. But stop in Baker, and you can eat at the Mad Greek. Really, a little piece of the Greek Islands is out in the Mohave Desert. The owner may have been mad to build a Greek restaurant in an area where ethnically it must have been about as foreign as you could imagine, but he made an amazing success of the business.
I stayed in a modest motel, not bad at all. It was basic, clean, had hot water, and there were no bugs. And the car was ready for a quick getaway.
But thanks to the Mad Greek, for breakfast there was baklava and genuine Greek coffee - health food! Opa! (Ώπα!)


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Barry Jones , of Brunel University, has been awarded an honorary degree from the Technical University of Sofia for manufacturing metrology and industrial engineering.
Susan Povey , professor of human genetics at University College London, has been awarded the Fatima El-Fehria International Award for Women in Science .
The following were this week elected fellows of the British Academy : Michael Ayers , University of Oxford; John Barrell , University of York; Michael Batty , UCL; Jack Beatson , University of Cambridge; Timothy Besley , London School of Economics; Nicholas Boyle , Cambridge; Thomas Charles-Edwards , Oxford; Andrew Chesher , UCL; Nicholas Cook , University of Southampton; Timothy Dyson , LSE; John Eekelaar , Oxford; Uta Frith , UCL; James Graham-Campbell , UCL; Diana Greenway , University of London; Anthony Harding , University of Durham; James Harris , Oxford; Theodore Hoppen , University of Hull; Christopher Howe , School of Oriental and African Studies; Gabriel Josipovici , University of Sussex; Amelie Kuhrt , UCL; Nicola Lacey , LSE; Hermione Lee , Oxford; Dominic Lieven , LSE; Diarmaid MacCulloch , Oxford; James McMullen , Oxford; Noel Malcolm ; James Mayall , Cambridge; Edward Page , LSE; Jonathan Parry , LSE; Stephen Pulman , Oxford; Gerald Smith , Oxford; Keith Ward , Oxford; and Andrew Young , York.
The University of Southampton will award honorary degrees to: sports presenter John Inverdale ; Sir Michael Cobham , chairman and chief executive of Flight Refuelling (Holdings) Ltd; Paul Dent , chief scientist at Ericsson Advanced Research and Development; Janet Finch , vice-chancellor of the University of Keele; Kristof Kloeckner , vice-president of IBM; S. H. Leung , president of the Hong Kong branch of the University of Southampton Society; Brian Mahy , director at the United States National Centre for Infectious Diseases; Karen Oppenheim Mason , senior gender adviser to the World Bank; David Melville , vice-chancellor of the University of Kent; and Ruth Silver , principal of Lewisham College.


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John CrankoÆs mastery of the art of the pas de deux finds its climax in Onegin, one of the most successful full-length ballets of the 20th century. Set to sweeping music by Tchaikovsky, it tells Alexander PushkinÆs tragic love story of the world-weary aristocrat Onegin and the naïve country girl Tatiana in a superbly nuanced way.
The reason for "Onegin" ballet's popularity is the perfect attunement of choreography and score – expressing character, relationship, and events in a continuous flow, with leitmotifs tying the story together. Group dances alternate with the character's solo moments and inventive pas de deux.
Ballet "Onegin" is an adaptation of the verse novel Eugene Onegin by Alexander Pushkin set to music by Tchaikovsky (mainly The Seasons) orchestrated by Kurt-Heinz Stolze.
John Cranko first had the idea for a ballet based on Alexander Pushkin's verse novel when he choreographed dances for Tchaikovsky's opera Eugene Onegin in 1952. He pitched this to the ROH board at Covent Garden but it was rejected. After a string of successful pieces for Sadler's Wells Ballet (Pineapple Poll 1951, The Lady and the Fool 1956 and The Prince of Pagodas, 1957), Cranko left London for Stuttgart. There he created one of the most successful ballet adaptations of Romeo & Juliet (1962) and confirmed his flair for dramatic narrative, in the same vein as his contemporary and close friend Kenneth MacMillan (whose own choreographic language would be influenced by Cranko's).
In Stuttgart he received full support from Walter Erich Schafer – General Manager of the opera and dance companies – to revisit his Onegin project, with the caveat that the opera score should not be used. Instead, it fell to Kurt-Heinze Stolze, ballet Kapellmeister, to assemble various little known Tchaikovsky pieces into a ballet score. Cranko developed a libretto closely following the novel and the ballet premiered 13 April 1965 with Marcia Haydee as Tatiana and Ray Barra as Onegin. Forty-five years on, Onegin is considered Cranko's definitive masterpiece and remains in the repertory of over 20 ballet companies around the world. At the time of its premiere, Onegin was hailed a success with audiences and performers, but there was some controversy with opera purists and other personalities (for instance George Balanchine) who did not approve of the opera score having been discarded.Between 1965 and 1967 Cranko revised Onegin several times. He scrapped the original ending of Tatiana kissing her children good night, as this lessened the drama of her last encounter with Onegin. He also removed the prologue where Onegin was seen at his uncle's deathbed and had the score re-edited accordingly. The version we are now familiar with was first performed by Stuttgart Ballet in October 1967.
Scene 1Madame LarinaÆs GardenMadame Larina, Olga and the nurse are finishing the party dresses and gossiping about TatianaÆs upcoming birthday festivities. Madame Larina speculates onĀthe future and reminisces about her own lost beauty and youth.ĀLensky, aĀyoung poet engaged toĀOlga, arrives with aĀfriend from St. Petersburg. HeĀintroduces Onegin, who, bored with the city, has come toĀsee ifĀthe country can offer him any distraction. Tatiana, full ofĀyouthful and romantic fantasies, falls inĀlove with the elegant stranger, soĀdifferent from the country people she knows. Onegin, onĀthe other hand, sees inĀTatiana only aĀnaive country girl who reads too many romantic novels.ĀScene 2TatianaÆs BedroomTatiana, her imagination aflame with impetuous first-love, dreams ofĀOnegin and writes him aĀpassionate love letter, which she gives toĀher nurse toĀdeliver.Ā
Scene 1TatianaÆs BirthdayThe provincial gentry have come toĀcelebrate TatianaÆs birthday. They gossip about LenskyÆs infatuation with Olga and whisper prophecies ofĀaĀdawning romance between Tatiana and the newcomer. Onegin finds the company boring. Stifling his yawns, heĀfinds itĀdifficult toĀbeĀcivil toĀthem; furthermore heĀisĀirritated byĀTatianaÆs letter which heĀregards merely asĀanĀoutburst ofĀadolescent love. InĀaĀquiet moment, heĀseeks out Tatiana and, telling her that heĀcannot love her, tears upĀthe letter. TatianaÆs distress, instead ofĀawakening pity, merely increases his irritation.ĀPrince Gremin, aĀdistant relation, appears. HeĀisĀinĀlove with Tatiana and Madame Larina hopes for aĀbrilliant match but Tatiana, troubled with her own heart, hardly notices her kindly, older relation.ĀOnegin, inĀhis boredom, decides toĀprovoke Lensky byĀflirting with Olga who light-heartedly joins inĀhis teasing. But Lensky takes the matter with passionate seriousness. HeĀchallenges Onegin toĀaĀduel.ĀScene 2The DuelTatiana and Olga try toĀreason with Lensky but his high romantic ideals are shattered byĀthe betrayal ofĀhis friend and the fickleness ofĀhis beloved; heĀinsists that the duel take place. Onegin kills his friend and for the first time his cold heart isĀmoved byĀthe horror ofĀhis deed. Tatiana realizes that her love was anĀillusion and that Onegin isĀself-centred and empty.Ā
Scene 1St. PetersburgOnegin, having travelled the world for many years inĀanĀattempt toĀescape his own futility, returns toĀSt. Petersburg where heĀisĀreceived atĀaĀball inĀthe palace ofĀPrince Gremin. Gremin has recently married and Onegin isĀastonished toĀrecognize inĀthe stately and elegant young princess, Tatiana, the uninteresting little country girl whom heĀonce turned away. The enormity ofĀhis mistake and loss engulfs him. His life now seems even more aimless and empty.ĀScene 2TatianaÆs BoudoirTatiana reads aĀletter from Onegin, which reveals his love for her. Suddenly heĀstands before her, impatient toĀknow her answer. Tatiana sorrowfully tells him that although she still feels her passionate girlhood love for him, she isĀnow aĀwoman and she could never find happiness with him orĀhave respect for him. She orders him toĀleave her forever.


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I think this is sad. To have "no time to make dinner" is the same as not having the time to invest in your family's health and well-being. Taking the time to make dinner is an opportunity to just stop for a moment and connect. I'm not trying to guilt trip anyone here. Nor am I so out of touch that I think we need to go back to the days of June Cleaver and have pot roast every night and fresh baked pie.
The concept of being able to turn the stressors of your life into blessers really gave me a chance to think about this in my own life: when there is "no time" to connect and I'm rushing the kids from one activity to another and I'm overbooked too, those are the days when the kids are snapping at each other, I'm cranky and that's when those horrid words leave my mouth, "I don't have time for (fill in the blank)." It's usually a statement smacking of martyrdom, too.
The truth is what we truly don't have time for is allowing our relationships within our family go by the wayside. I am dead serious when I say dinner is ministry. Those faces across the dinner table from you are God ordained to be there-why not invest your time wisely in them, give them something good and nutritious to eat and spend a half hour at the table silently blessing them and thanking God for them? (As you remind them to close their mouths when they chew because you can see their tonsils).
The way to the dinner table is not an unmarked road. It's not hard and it's not rocket science either. We get there by using the tools we have available. One of the most wonderful tools is the crock cooker. I use mine at least once a week with my new paleo menu...my subscribers clamor for it and I have to tell you, I wouldn't be without one.
Think of it this way: 5 to 15 minutes of prep time in the morning, and a gorgeous aroma entices you when you walk in the door in the evening because dinner is READY. Toss together a salad (buy the ready to go stuff at the market if you "don't have time"; just make sure it's not Iceberg-no nutrition there), heat some whole grain rolls and you have a marvelous dinner to go. Soups, casseroles, braised meats and stews...you can't beat a crock cooker! Take a peek at http://www.crock-pot.com/. This is Rival brand crockpot recipe website. Great stuff there and some good info on crockpots.
You HAVE the time; the question is will you INVEST the time in the most important people of your life? You can do it when you use your TOOLS. A crock cooker is a dinner saving tool that no home should be without.
Here's a great recipe to put that appliance to work-from the Rival Crockpot site! (no nutritional info-this right from their site!)
Red Beans and Rice
Serves 6
1 pound dry red beans
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (14 1/2-oz.) cans beef broth
2 cups water
1 pound smoked ham, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3-4 cups cooked rice
In a large pot, cover beans with 3 times their volume of water and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. Discard water. Combine all ingredients except rice in stoneware. Cover cook on Low 10 to 12 hours or on High for 5 to 6 hours. Serve over hot cooked rice.
VEGETARIANS: Substitute veggie broth for the beef broth.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Big ol' spinach salad with all kinds of veggies...go clean out the crisper! LOL
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Welcome and thank you for visiting.
Take a look around the website. We welcome you to join us for worship, Sunday School, Discussion Group, or participate in any of our projects or events.
Weekly Service:
9:00 am Worship Service
Children's Church immediately following the children's sermon available for all children ages 3-10. Children 2 years and under are welcome but must have someone stay with them.
10:15 am Adult Sunday School
in sanctuary
8:00 am Adult Discussion Group
in the basement
- discussing our way through the Bible.
Contact Jane Stambaugh or Patty Turner.
A SHOUT OUT to our church softball team on their great season!
Busy Bags
- For youngsters to use during church service as needed. These are found in the Narthex.
Grocery Cards Fundraiser:
Messiah Church members participate in Karns & Giant gift cards. See Jane Simonton (Karns) and Peg Kingsborough (Giant) to purchase these cards. Messiah Church receives $5.00 for every $100 of cards sold.
Consider using grocery cards for holiday gift ideas!
Community Aid Collection Bin Fundraiser:
Messiah Church receives 4 cents per pound for clothing. Any clothing not sold is shredded to make mattresses for those in need around the world. No reimbursement for household items.
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In the year 2161, medical science has become so doubleplusgood that humans have been able to stop aging at 25. Once a person reaches that age, they either die off as they 'expire' or they keep on living, possibly forever, as long as they are filthy rich. You see, with aging stopped, time has become money, and it's used to buy anything, from cappuccinos to decades of life. The poor die off pretty quickly or else live on a day to day basis, while the rich fat cats (gotta love that modern day relevancy!) live on in extreme luxury while keeping their 25 year old bodies intact.
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|In the not so distant future, douchebags live forever.
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MA (York)
Dance Education, Ballet Technique
Following completion of her studies with the Professional Division at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, Claire Wootten danced professionally with the Alberta Ballet Company. She is a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada's National Ballet School and has taught and adjudicated extensively throughout Canada. Her credits as an educator include the Canadian Children's Dance Theatre, the Alberta Ballet School, Dance Nova Scotia, the British Columbia Festival of the Arts, and L'École de danse de Québec. She is also a freelance rehearsal director. She has taught at York University since 1990, joining the full-time faculty in the Department of Dance in 2004.
Professor Wootten's research interests have evolved from years of studio-based, student-centred work, and include dance feminism and radical dance pedagogies. She is past Chair of Dance Media Group/Groupe Danse Média, which publishes Canada's national dance magazine, The Dance Current, and has served on the board of CORPS de Ballet International (Council of Organized Researchers for Pedagogical Studies).
Area of Academic Specialty: Dance Education, Ballet Technique