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The fate of the business seems sealed following a successful appeal by the developer who wants to knock it down and build a nearby home for the elderly.
Crowds flocked to the event at Yeadon Town Hall on Friday to join in carol singing and to hear a performance from Leeds City Council Breeze Has Talent finalist John Scholey.
The grade 11-listed former Wharfedale General Hospital in Otley
A 61-home scheme for the old Wharfedale General site, on Newall Carr Road, hit problems earlier this year when town and ward councillors criticised its lack of affordable housing as a "deal breaker".
Campaign bid to fight huge Otley expansion
A new Facebook group has been set up to oppose new housing that could increase Otley's size by a fifth.
Councillors have welcomed a decision to reconsider new bin collection arrangements in Otley.
Leeds City Council came under fire when it became apparent that the recent switch to more frequent, fortnightly, green bin collections would not cover much of the town centre.
Otley and Ilkley combined choirs to sing together for Messiah concert
The joint choirs of Ilkley Choral Society and Otley Choral Society will perform Handel's Messiah at St Margaret's Church, Ilkley, on December 14. The choir will be joined by soloists Una Barry, Kathryn Woodruff, Stephen Muir and James Birchall and will be accompanied by The Yorkshire Chamber Ensemble, leader Sally Robinson, conducted by Alan ... (more)
Leeds: 'Cover up' claim denied on police station axe talks
THE leader of Labour-run Otley Town Council has demanded a public apology from Leeds North West Lib Dem MP Greg Mulholland.
An instution since the 1920s - Dunnies cafe in Otley
Residents and politicians working to 'save' a much-loved Otley cafe have been criticised for not talking to its owners.
MP in plea for action to save struggling Otley landmark pub
The managers, who took over running the Enterprise Inns-owned business six months ago after it had closed earlier in the year, introduced new features - including a traditional British restaurant and carvery - to try to bring in customers.
Wharfedale MP raises housing target concerns in Parliament
Leeds North West MP Greg Mulholland told the Commons many residents felt more needed to be done to ensure that housing developments did not go ahead where the local infrastructure and services were not adequate.
The following planning applications have been received by Leeds City Council:
Bramhope: alterations to form new lower ground floor including terrace area with balustrading above and steps to side/rear; two-storey extension with juliet balcony to rear; porch and enlarge existing driveway, new gates with pillars to front.
Otley Scouts aim to deliver a first class service
Some of the Otley Parish Scouts getting the special post boxes ready for this year's Christmas post service.
Otley mum lights up her house for baby charity
Mel Metcalfe and her family will have their house and garden in Newall Carr Road shining with Christmas lights and decorations from Sunday, December 1, onwards.
A fundraising dynamo is aiming to light up Otley in aid of charity this winter.
Mel Metcalfe and her family will have their house and garden in Newall Carr Road shining with Christmas lights and decorations from Sunday, December 1, onwards.
We will not be closing Otley station says police chief
Otley police station will remain at the heart of local policing, insists the district commander - despite revelations about secret talks that could have led to its closure.
Police hunt for escaped Bradford prisoner
He was given an indeterminate sentence at Bradford Crown Court for robbery in May 2008 after snatching handbags from vulnerable and elderly women in Clayton , Wibsey , Shipley and Otley .
Fresh bid to save 'Dunnies' cafe landmark in Otley
Gladman Care Homes Ltd had its most recent plan to redevelop the former All Saints Middle School site, off Bridge Street, Otley , rejected in June.
Ilkley and Otley youngsters feel the heat in junior chefs' cook-off
Some of Ilkley and Otley's most inspiring young chefs triumphed in the annual local heat of the Rotary Young Chef competition at Craven College on Thursday.
A fundraising curry evening will be held in Otley next week.
The event, for town mayor Councillor Pam Gill's mayoral charities, takes place at the Red Pepper Restaurant in New Market from 7pm tomorrow.


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"Nothing helps people stay healthy more than the power of real knowledge about health." — Dr. Roger Harms
As medical director of content, Dr. Roger Harms is excited about the potential for Mayo Clinic's health information site to help educate people about their health and provide them the tools and information to live healthier lives.
The Auburn, Neb., native has been with Mayo Clinic since 1981 and is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Harms is a practicing physician and associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology, and his specialty areas include office gynecology, high-risk obstetrics and obstetrical ultrasound.
From 2002 to 2007, Dr. Harms was director for education at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Dr. Harms was the 1988 Mayo Medical School Teacher of the Year and served as associate dean for student affairs and academic affairs. He is the co-author of the "Mayo Clinic Model of Education." In 2008, Dr. Harms was presented the Distinguished Educator Award, Mayo Clinic, Rochester.
Dr. Harms is vice chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and medical editor of the Pregnancy section on this website. In addition, Dr. Harms is editor-in-chief of the "Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy" book, a month-by-month guide to everything a woman needs to know about having a baby.
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The short answer is no — there's not much the average couple can do to affect a baby's sex.
In one study, women who ate breakfast cereal daily around the time of conception were more likely to conceive boys — but some scientists question the study's method of analysis. In addition, countless old wives' tales suggest that everything from a woman's diet to sexual position during conception can affect a baby's sex, but these theories remain unproved. Likewise, researchers have found that timing sex in relation to ovulation — such as having sex days before ovulation to conceive a boy or closer to ovulation to conceive a girl — doesn't work.
Rarely, couples face the agonizing problem of knowing they could pass a genetic trait to a child of a specific sex — usually a boy. Under those special circumstances couples may use high-tech interventions to influence the chance of conceiving a girl. For example:
- Preimplantation genetic diagnosis. With this technique — which is used in combination with in vitro fertilization — embryos are tested for specific genetic conditions and sex before they're placed in a woman's uterus.
- Sperm sorting. Various sperm-sorting techniques — which require artificial insemination or in vitro fertilization — can be used to reduce the likelihood of passing on a genetic condition, as well as select a child's sex.
Despite the feasibility of these techniques, they're rarely used when choosing a baby's sex for personal reasons is the only motivation.
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- Mathews F, et al. You are what your mother eats: Evidence for maternal preconception diet influencing foetal sex in humans. Proceedings of the Royal Society B. 2008;275:1661.
- Young SS, et al. Cereal induced gender selection? Most likely a multiple testing false positive. Proceedings of the Royal Society B. 2009;276:1211.
- Kalfoglou AL, et al. Attitudes about preconception sex selection: A focus group study with Americans. Human Reproduction. 2008;23:2731.
- Committee on Ethics. Sex selection. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2007;109:475.
- Wilcox AJ, et al. Timing of sexual intercourse in relation to ovulation: Effects on the probability of conception, survival of the pregnancy, and sex of the baby. The New England Journal of Medicine. 1995;333:1517.
- Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Optimizing natural fertility. Fertility and Sterility. 2008;90:S1.
- Harms RW (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Jan. 4, 2011.


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Last week Ken Ham addressed BioLogos specifically in a blog post, in response to Daniel Hamlin's testimony told in our blog on October 14th.
There is no formula for generating beliefs in people. There are plenty of people with access to the same facts who end up believing different things. But for many Christians—like the ones I heard from this week—access to information about the position we call "evolutionary creation" could make a significant difference for reconciling science and Christian faith.
In this series, Ryan Pettey offers several clips from his powerful documentary "From the Dust". This feature-length film is divided up into various sections, each of which wrestles with the difficult problems that arise when reconciling Scripture with the theory of evolution. A light of hope dawns on the science-faith conversation, however, as scientists and theologians engage in honest dialogue about tough issues such as the interpretation of Genesis, the nature of the Fall, and the idea of random design. Their profound insights are sure to enlighten all minds, raise deeper questions, and provoke new thought.
We're pleased to introduce the first official commercials for BioLogos, produced by Ryan Pettey of Satellite Pictures and featuring BioLogos vice president Jeff Schloss, philosopher Alister McGrath, and theologian NT Wright.
Last month, we announced the 37 grantees from our Evolution & Christian Faith program! This month, we take a closer look at the projects and what's "in the pipeline" over the coming years from these grantees!
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In this video Conversation, Denis Alexander asserts that contemporary Christians are not taking the early chapters of Genesis seriously enough.
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People hold clearly discordant points of view, and it would be dishonest to ignore the conflict. Yet some voices emphasize the dissonance without any note of harmony to put it in context. Too often, science and faith becomes a hostile battle of worldviews, sounding angry, dissonant chords even among fellow Christians. But civil, gracious dialogue is possible.
With great pleasure, the Board of Directors of The BioLogos Foundation announces the appointment of Deborah Haarsma to become our next President, and of Jeffrey Schloss to the role of Senior Scholar. Professor Haarsma assumes leadership from our outgoing President Darrel Falk, to whom we owe a tremendous debt of gratitude.
Yesterday, biology professors Randy Moore and Sehoya Cotner raised the concern that workshops focused on evolution-related training do not reach creationism-based biology teachers. Today, we'd like to focus on BioLogos' efforts to address that divide through our Biology by the Sea workshops.
High school biology courses have a strong and lingering impact on students' views of evolution and creationism.
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American Idol season two finalist Kimberley Locke is celebrating -- tenth anniversary of her first thing golf.
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I see here is up to release a brand new album and mix things up with a new cooking show plus she's our performance of the -- let's welcome our family I thank you for being handed you for having me let's start with that something you believe it is in ten years since -- first -- golf in years because -- -- Yes I can do I keep believing.
I cannot believe when you look at that and they need to see ending they working on now do you just see how much -- growing.
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You know the great thing about it you know ten years.
Coming up on us now it's like I've done so much in ten years and I think.
Oh my gosh -- went by so fast I hope that the next tee and are just as busy if not busier than the first have been it's been a great journey.
-- -- -- And while alerting his trip down that really misery and -- let's talk -- -- all okay America -- ever watch your addition.
I don't want to go to law school is that right idea I was.
I was headed to law school and then American Idol came to town.
And I had to go to Hollywood week that same day that I was supposed start law school so I had to withdraw from school.
To go to Hollywood it was it was nerve racking the whole process was their.
And pan am waiting when you -- that I -- and that's -- you end up.
-- the only estimated -- he added I got a -- Ross says let me get your thoughts later here on the new judge Mariah Carey what -- thing.
I think it was an absolutely hands down great choice you know I grew up listening to -- when Mariah was.
You know first coming out when she was like eighteen so.
I think that she has paid her dues in this business she has had an amazing phenomenal career that is still going.
And I -- a lot of the contestants will be very familiar with her.
And -- you'll recognize her and appreciate her feet back and I think that's important coming from a contested.
Yeah and hill community speculation about who might -- this others who would you like to see them to see me on the show.
Well the same yeah yeah and we don't even know again.
And we have we gotten out -- now we -- here -- -- he's great I believe Randy is -- live you know he's a solid anchor for the show.
In it we will be interest in the see who they bring in an.
In my gut kind of tells me that that third judge might be a rotating judge this year I don't know just because that keeps it fresh and every week -- you're gonna get a different spice to it.
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I -- about the new alma and what can fans expect so we've put up a new EP it's called for for the floor and there are -- dance songs just in case you're wondering.
It's great songs that I wrote actually co wrote the single with.
Fellow idol -- -- on that right and it's title finally free so that's the first single that we're going to radio with actually.
Tomorrow is the official radio impact date and we have a treat for the fans we -- the single and we re mixed it so we have.
Fourteen remixes the song and we're giving away.
A free download of the song I have to do is go to FaceBook page and there's like there -- a button on the face the page to click for your free download.
And I just -- -- with the fans think about am really excited this has been a project.
You know it's it's been a labor of love as an independent artists now.
But I'm very happy we shot -- music CDL.
And that's coming out some like so excited to see right now is okay and then -- cooking -- The piracy has added a second set where did this come from my area and tired to do that so as you know for American Idol my journey has been from American Idol to Lane Bryant it is Celebrity Fit Club -- -- so I lost forty pounds.
Five years ago.
And I've been able to maintain that and I'm really completely overhauled my life -- from a food perspective.
And I love to eat an -- fans -- that I'm always out so we're dining or you know eating out my friends and cooking at home.
So it you know.
One -- do a show because that's the second most favorite thing that I love to do is cut and my fans are always -- What are you cooking how do you do it Heidi keep the weight off and you know we want to know your secret so now.
I'm inviting the fans into the kitchen with me on cooking with Kimberly and this is an online web shadow -- -- yeah well thank you some rest and.
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Frederick launches recycling photo contest
Frederick County solid-waste managers are offering a grand prize worth $800 for the best photo promoting recycling.
Harry Grove Stadium naming rights possible
What's in a name? Frederick's mayor and aldermen must now answer that question as they decide whether to sell the naming rights to the home of the Frederick Keys baseball team.
Redneck Games return to Frederick
Dust off those overalls, the Redneck Games will start this Saturday at Crumland Farm in Frederick, Md.
Damages cut in Frederick dog-shooting case
A court has slightly reduced the $620,000 awarded in April to a Taneytown family whose dog was shot by a Frederick County sheriff's deputy.
Naming rights considered for Frederick ball field
Frederick city officials are considering hiring a Rockville-based firm to market naming rights to the city's minor-league baseball field.
Frederick woman turns 110
Helen Wheat, who celebrated her 110th birthday Sunday, is the oldest resident at Homewood at Crumland Farms in Frederick
Man charged after shots fired outside sports bar
Frederick police have arrested a man after shots were fired during a melee outside a downtown sports bar.
Twist of fate in Frederick led to turning point in Civil War
Descendents of Civil War heroes re-trace the steps of their great-grandfather, who found lost orders from Gen. Robert E. Lee that a prominent Civil War historian calls the most notable moment when America's trajectory turned and its very future was reset at Antietam Creek.
2.1 magnitude earthquake hits in Maryland
The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting a minor earthquake shook eastern Frederick County near the Carroll County line, but area residents likely didn't even notice the minor quake Saturday morning.
Artist's coins used as currency in Frederick
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Frederick explains last weekend's massive gridlock
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Frederick County adopts faster growth plan
Frederick County is adopting a more aggressive growth plan that state planning officials consider an invitation to residential sprawl.
US-15 gets new speed cameras at Frederick
A two-year project begins Sept. 11 to widen the U.S. Route 15 bridge over Motter Avenue in north Frederick. Speed cameras will enforce the 55 mph speed limit, and issue $45 citations to any drivers traveling more than 12 mph over.
Frederick gives $100K to help Wells Fargo expand
Frederick County is giving $100,000 to help Wells Fargo expand in the area, saying the company has many jobs.
Md. man held in Aruba sued by insurer
An American Express subsidiary is suing a Maryland man who was jailed for months in Aruba in the suspected death of his traveling companion.
Flags flying at half-staff for Patriot Day
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2010 Holiday Gift Guide: Toy Story 3 Combo Pack
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It's no secret that Toy Story 3 was one of the biggest animated films of all time, and it's certainly good enough to sit in your collection as well. That's why we've added it to our 2010 Holiday Gift Guide. The Blu-ray combo pack offers the best bang for your buck, since it packs in a copy of the film on Blu-ray, a second Blu-ray disc with special features, another copy of the film on a standard DVD, and finally, a digital copy of Toy Story 3. Basically, this means you get the superb copy for your home theater, the DVD for use in computers or in the car, and the digital copy to watch on computers and portable devices. Even better, while this combo pack normally sells for $45.99, Amazon has it for $24.99, a 46% savings, and they also throw in a $4 credit for Amazon Video on Demand as well. This is a great gift for kids and families alike.
Be sure to check out other Amazon Blu-ray specials.
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Holiday Gift Guide 2010: Kinect for Xbox 360
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Accessories, Microsoft, Video Games, Family, Kids, Teens, Under $250
Microsoft's been hyping up Kinect for over a year now, and the motion sensing Xbox peripheral has finally arrived. Our verdict? We love it, and it feels like the future. If you know anyone with an Xbox 360 console who doesn't have Kinect, then we'd recommend putting this one on your gift list. The Kinect sensor costs $149.99, and includes Kinect Adventures, a disc full of mini-games that let you try out a bunch of Kinect's features. You can also do video chat with other Kinect users and Windows Live users as well, and you get voice control over your Xbox 360. Seriously, this is the video game accessory to have this holiday season--especially during your holiday parties with friends and family around.
Aside from the sensor itself, here are a few Kinect games that we think are worth picking up as well:
Dance Central
Your Shape Fitness Evolved
Of course, in order to take advantage of Kinect, you'll need an Xbox 360 console. If you don't already have one, Microsoft is selling consoles bundled with Kinect.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z280
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Cameras, Features, Family, Women, Men, Under $250
Casio rocks it this year with the Exilim Zoom EX-Z280 digital camera, and we like it enough that we are recommending it in this years gift guide. It sports a dedicated Easy Mode, making it easy enough for pretty much anyone who enjoys pressing buttons to operate, while still maintaining the advanced features for more experienced pros, including ones that you don't typically find on budget-priced digital cameras. One such feature is mechanical (instead of digital) image stabilization, giving you nice clear shots while you stumble around during a holiday party after one-too-many eggnogs, as well as a 4x optical zoom lens. In addition, it shoots video in 720p, so it can even take the place of your Flip-style camcorder. You can grab one now for $173 on Amazon.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: LG 47LH50
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Displays, HDTV, Home Entertainment, Family, Techies
We wanted to find a nice mid-range HDTV we could recommend this year, and we think the LG 47LH50 is it.This is LG's 47-inch, widget-powered television, and it brings the heat with a 1080p display, and 5.1 surround sound output. Why would you want to output sound from the display? Well, thanks to the Yahoo! widget support, you get things like Netflix, YouTube, and a bunch of other embedded media playback services, including the Vudu streaming movie service. Just connect the LG 47LH50 to your home network, and the content is right at your fingertips. The part, though, is the price. These typically sell for about $1500, but Amazon is selling it for $1,139.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: Western Digital WD TV HD Media Player
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Family, Men, Techies, Under $100
The Western Digital WD TV HD Media Player allows you to attach any external hard drive or USB flash drive to the device, which lets you watch videos, listen to music, or even create your own slideshows from your photos, right on your television. The WD TV HD Media Player can accept up to two external drives at once, and supports Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1 sound, making it ideal to play movies stored on those devices in glorious 1080p. They typically sell for $129, but Amazon has them for $99.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop, Software, Family, Techies, Under $25
If you've got any Mac users in your life who haven't upgraded to OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, we think it's time you give them the nudge this holiday season. Snow Leopard is faster, leaner, and more intuitive. It's also simple to install, and even hits the user back with some freed up hard drive space. The best part, though, is the price. Snow Leopard is just $24.99 at Amazon. Here's the price breakdown:
- Snow Leopard Upgrade: $24.99 (14% off)
- Snow Leopard 5-User Family Pack: $43.99 (10% off)
- Snow Leopard Mac Box Set: $149.99 (11% off)
- Snow Leopard Mac Box Set Family Pack: $199.99 (13% off)
2009 Holiday Gift Guide: Scene It! The Simpsons Deluxe Edition
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Home Entertainment, Movies, Toys, Video Games, Family, Women, Teens, Under $50
It's no secret that Scene It? is one of the most popular game series around, and this holiday we are recommending Scene It? The Simpsons Deluxe Edition. It's been getting rave reviews as one of the best Scene It? titles to be released, and hey, it's The Simpsons. The show has been around for 20 years, which means parents can play this with kids and have a good time. The game features material from the show's first 19 seasons on the air, has hundreds of questions, and has four collectable tokens. You can pick up Scene It? The Simpsons Deluxe Edition for $29.99. Best. Scene It. Ever.
Honorable Mentions:
Scene It? Twilight Edition: Yeah, we know a lot of the ladies out there are on a vampire kick thanks to Twilight. Guys, you may want to consider this one.
Scene It? Bright Lights! Big Screen!: Would you rather play scene it on the Xbox 360 rather than using a DVD player? This is the one you'll want.
2009 Holiday Gift Guide: HP DreamScreen 100
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Displays, Household, Wireless / WiFi, Family, Women, Men, Techies, Under $250
Ever since the HP DreamScreen arrived on the scene, generic digital photo frames have seemed so passe. I mean, the DreamScreen is a digital photo frame on crack, essentially. It's available in 10- and 13-inch sizes, and aside from simply displaying your digital photos, it can stream Pandora (or up to 10,000 Internet radio stations,) set alarms, display your calendar, show you a five-day weather forecast, and even give you a look at your Facebook account so you can see what's up with your peeps. Plus, it incorporates touch into the bezel, and we like touch.
The HP DreamScreen typicalls sells for $250, but Amazon currently has it for $205, a full 18% off.
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2008 Holiday gift Guide: Samsung SC-MX20
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Cameras, Features, Portable Audio / Video, Family, Men, Under $250
If you want an inexpensive camcorder that gives you a bit more quality than what you'd find with a Kodak ZI6 or Flip Video camera, we think the Samsung SC-MX20 would be up your alley. This camera offers some nice features that the other low-end cams just don't have, like image stabilization, face detection, and a 24x optical zoom. It accepts SD and MMC cards up to 32GB, and has an internal battery life of 3 hours. The Samsung SC-MX20 retails for $250, but we found it on Amazon for 15% off at $212.
Oh, and for those of you who just have to have the high definition version, the Samsung SC-MX20C can be had for 30% off on Amazon, for $592.60.
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AT&T CENTER - There is a time in a players career where things do not come out as planned. They struggle, but still find ways to compete and put a stamp on a game. For San Antonio Spurs' Kawhi Leonard, he is struggling. There is no reason to sugar coat it, I will just come right out and say it.
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Leonard shot just 2-of-7 from the floor against the Atlanta Hawks back on December 2nd. He played just 22 minutes while scoring four points and grabbing five rebounds. Over his last two games, Leonard is 5-of-15 from the floor.
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The San Antonio Spurs (15-3) will face the Minnesota Timberwolves (9-10) tonight in Mexico City as part of the NBA's Global Games.
The Spurs are coming off a narrow 102-100 win over the Hawks in San Antonio. Tim Duncan paved the way with an outstanding 23 points and 21 rebounds in the win. Duncan became the oldest player in NBA history to record at least 20 points and 20 rebounds in a game (37 years and 221 days old).
The Timberwolves are coming off a 103-113 loss to the Thunder. Kevin Martin's 24 points led Minnesota, while Kevin Love had 16 points, and 12 boards.
And as the Spurs get set to tangle with the Wolves, here are five things to watch for in tonight's contest:
• The Spurs are 9-0 against the Timberwolves when Tony Parker scores more than 20 points.
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The San Antonio Spurs are in Mexico as they will take on the Timberwolves as part of the NBA's Global Games.
While in Mexico City, the Spurs entertained the crowd and went 5-on-5 with some kids who were at the team's practice. And from the looks of the video, it seems these little tykes gave all the Spurs can handle.
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For the San Antonio Spurs and their fans, the way last season ended only added more fuel to the fire for the upcoming 2013-2014 NBA season. The Spurs made their adjustments in the offseason, seemingly bringing back the same team, minus a few, to begin their journey back to the NBA Finals and capturing the franchises fifth ring.
Players were upset from the outcome, which is understandable, but to this day, Manu Ginobili still feels the effect of the NBA Finals, and the outlook thus far during this season. He did put most of the blame on his play during the Finals. He though is feeling great about his start to the season.
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Commissioner David Stern always seems to have something candid to say about teams of 'lower market' in the NBA but surprisingly, Stern had some very positive words for the San Antonio Spurs Organization.
As we have all read rumors about Stern not liking the success of the teams that are not Miami, Los Angeles, you know, the 'big name' cities that bring in a boat load of revenue to Stern and the NBA, well the San Antonio Spurs have had the reputation of not going after the big super stars that have contracts that are enormous or they are asking for an amount that the Spurs front office know they could get more than just one.
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AT&T CENTER - "(Marco) Belinelli set a really good screen that created some distance and I just fired and hoped for the best," said Tim Duncan of his game winning basket in the San Antonio Spurs' 102-100 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday.
Before setting that screen, Belinelli (13 points) had done what he's been doing lately for the Spurs, playing within the system on both ends of the floor and continuing to look like a close to perfect puzzle piece on the Spurs' bench.
"He's giving us a lot," said Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich after the Spurs' loss on Saturday to the Houston Rockets where Belinelli followed up a 19-point night in Orlando, with an 18-point night against Houston on a back-to-back sequence.
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AT&T CENTER - Like death and taxes, the San Antonio Spurs figuring out a way to win is just the norm. Case in point, the team's 102-100 narrow win over the Hawks lead by Tim Duncan's game-winning shot and his 23 points and 21 rebounds.
But by now is anyone really surprised at the Spurs winning yet another game? By now it just might seem like another day at the office for Duncan and the silver and black.
Hawks' Elton Brand shares the same sentiment.
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In the NBA teams are very aware that they are working with very small margins.
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That same razor thin margin also exists between teams that make the playoffs and the teams that make the NBA Finals.
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On a post card perfect Sunday morning in the Pacific Northwest, the final day of racing at the 2012 Albert Lee Cup at Seafair got underway.
When the waters of Lake Washington settled at the end of an exciting day of racing, Steve David in the U-6 Oh Boy! Oberto had won the fourth stop on the 2012 Air National Guard H1 Hydroplane tour and his third straight Seafair Race.
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After one of the most action packed days of racing in the history of the Air National Guard H1 Unlimited Series and a photo finish in the winner-take-all championship Final Heat, Jimmy Shane of Havre de Grace, Maryland found him self atop the podium flanked by J Michael Kelly in second place and Dave Villwock in third.
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Trimble County High School has a new head football coach for the second year in a row. Carrollton resident Justin Franklin succeeds William Blair III who left the program and a teaching position at Trimble County Middle School following the 2011-12 school term ended.
Franklin, a 1999 Carroll County High School graduate, is married to the former Krista Hughes of Trimble County. Franklin served as an assistant football coach at Manual High School for the past four years, according to Trimble County High School Athletic Director Frank Ragland.
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Chuck's Chix is an area girls' fastpitch softball organization based in Carrollton. The girls come from Carroll, Owen, Gallatin, Trimble and Henry counties and represent six school systems.
Dave Villwock, who captured the July 8 Indiana Governor's Cup in Madison, survived a wind-swept Detroit River and an accident filled weekend to win his 10th Gold Cup Sunday. Steve David finished second in the Oh Boy! Oberto/Miss Madison—his sixth runnerup finish in Unlimited racing's most prestigious event.
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Texas travelers might be able to skip security pat-downs at the airport some day soon -- if some state lawmakers have their way.
State Rep. David Simpson, R-Longview, has filed a bill to prevent governmental agents, including federal Transportation Security Administration workers at the airport, from touching private areas of travelers without probable cause.He calls the measure the "Texas Travel Freedom Act.""Intrusive, physical touching of travelers' sexual organs without cause clearly violates the privacy, dignity and freedom of our citizens," Simpson said. "The Constitution protects the civil liberties of the people against government overreach -- in this case, quite literally -- and it's time to put a stop to the TSA's abuse of power."Security at the expense of liberty is no security at all, for it licenses government tyranny and abuse."The issue of TSA agents and potentially intrusive security searches became a hot-button issue at the Texas Capitol last year, during both the regular and special legislative sessions.Supporters of the measure yelled from the Senate gallery as the proposal -- supported by a variety of officials, including Gov. Rick Perry -- was on the verge of dying. And at least one state senator accused Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst of influencing members to reject the proposal after TSA officials declared their opposition.Some political observers say they don't know if the bill will have any better odds of passing next year."It likely is a popular bill with the public at large, but lawmakers and judges might regard it as interference with security measures," said Allan Saxe, an associate political science professor at the University of Texas at Arlington. "Chances of it passing are about the same as last year."The legislative session starts Jan. 8.Continuing issueLast year, the measure failed after TSA officials indicated they were ready to take legal action if the proposal become law."Should a bill pass that limits the ability of TSA and its employees to perform its responsibilities and jeopardizes the safety of the public, we will take whatever legal action is appropriate to ensure travelers are safe when they fly from Texas or any other state," according to a 2011 statement from TSA spokesman Greg Soule.At the time, TSA officials suggested they would seek an emergency stay of the measure -- if it passed and became law -- or potentially cancel flights if they couldn't ensure passenger safety.TSA screeners traditionally use security measures at airports that include metal detectors, body scanners and pat-downs to try to rule out potential travel threats."Current intelligence tells us that terrorists are seeking to use well-concealed improvised explosive devices made completely of plastics, liquids and gels, which are designed to circumvent metal detectors," the 2011 TSA statement said. "Advanced imaging technology and pat-downs are currently the most effective way to detect these type of threats."TSA officials also have said that only about 3 percent of passengers are given pat-downs.This proposal passed the Texas House during the regular session last year.But as it was on the verge of dying in the Senate, supporters marched through the Texas Capitol and yelled from the Senate gallery.At the time, state Sen. Dan Patrick, R-Houston, accused Dewhurst of influencing members to reject the proposal because of the TSA's opposition.After the bill died in the regular session, Perry added the topic to the short list of items that could be considered during the month-long special session.Different versions of the bill passed both chambers, but there wasn't enough time during the special session to come up with one version.'Heed the call'Several state officials last year gave examples of what they believed was inappropriate behavior by TSA agents.Outgoing state Rep. Barbara Nash, R-Arlington, said that she believed TSA inspectors went too far in security pat-downs. In fact, one female inspector, she said last year, felt "all the way up" the outside of her dress -- in back and front.State Rep. Lon Burnam, D-Fort Worth, was among those saying he's not sure how he feels about this proposal."I haven't decided what I'm going to do this time," he said. "I haven't had enough time to process it."Simpson's bill this year, known as House Bill 80, makes it illegal for a government agent to touch private areas of a person without probable cause -- and it prevents children from being separated from their parents or guardians.It would also prevent "harassment" of travels if they declined to let TSA agents search their bodies."Travelers' freedom and dignity are issues that we can unite behind," Simpson said. "I am hopeful that with the leadership of our state and legislators from both parties, we can intervene on behalf of our citizens and stop these unconstitutional searches without probable cause."Texans are calling for their legislators to protect them," he said. "I am confident that the Legislature will again heed the call."If the measure passes, and becomes law, it will go into effect Sept. 1.Anna M. Tinsley, 817-390-7610Twitter: @annatinsleyHave more to add? News tip? Tell us


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" I think it is worth noting to other travellers who may not have access to WIFI because they are international, that this hostel's desk closes at midnight, and if you plan to get in afterwards you need to let them know in advance. My train was late, so I missed my check in, and as a result had to still pay for the hostel and find a new place in the middle of the night. "
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- 28 Nov 2013 Robin Canada
- " Stayed there for 3 nights and I must say that the staff are very friendly and nice. The rooms are clean and the location of the hostel is accessible to trains and buses. Definitely will be staying here again, highly recommended and well worth the money. "
- 16 Nov 2013 Stefani Australia
- " The hostel is clean and neat. There are enough washrooms and space for accommodating everyone. Great place to stay. "
- 14 Nov 2013 GUILLERMO Mexico
- " We had a great time! The hostel is very bright and cheerful, the location is perfect, there are several bathrooms available, and the staff are very friendly! I would definitely recommend this hostel, and will use it again if I'm ever back in Montreal! "
- 24 Oct 2013 Rhiannon Canada
" Need to go up one flight of stairs to get there (no elevator). Would have liked to know that before i booked (had very heavy luggage) "
Hi! I apologize for this but this old greystone has kept all of its charm, which means no elevator but we always, and I mean always bring up heavy lugguage for guests. In this instance the Sunday employe should have brought your lugguage up by himself, I will let him know. Thanks,
- 13 Oct 2013 Anonymous Canada
- " This hostel was great. I slept in a cool Japanese looking capsule bed so I could close my curtain and have my own private space. There were lots of friendly people here and the location is within walking distance to great restaurants downtown. The bathrooms are private which is another plus and you get free breakfast! "
- 28 Aug 2013 Anonymous Canada
- " Very good location, close to the metro station. The rooms are super clean and they give you lockers for your stuff, so you don't need to have your own. "
- 19 Aug 2013 Joana Canada
- " A very charming place. Can't beat the location! Would definitely recommend... "
- 16 Aug 2013 Anonymous USA
- " I haven't stayed in too many hostels, but this is by far the best. The location is great - Musee des Beux Arts, the base of Mont Royal, and a street filled with all kinds of bars are well within 5 minutes' walk, and then many of the big attractions in the city of Montreal are just 10-15 minutes' walk away - the facilities are extremely clean, and the people operating/who were staying there were phenomenal. I don't know what else to say, but I definitely would stay there again. "
- 28 Jul 2013 Anonymous USA
- " Julie, the employee that worked there, was very nice. It was great that there was more than one bathroom w/ shower to use. It was also nice that the lockers were big enough to fit our suitcases with backpacks. However, the AC was poor if non-existent and you couldn't open the windows. The atmosphere for meeting people was pretty good, and breakfast was cereal with milk. This hostel is right around the corner from a main boulevard (Rue Ste. Catherine) and a metro stop, which was convenient. "
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Late Sunday night, as the Cincinnati-Florida State game prepared to determine the final member of this year's Sweet Sixteen, the national analysis dudes all started talking about how the state of Ohio had gone 7-0 up to that point — Ohio University had just defeated South Florida to get into the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since the 1960s. Ohio State and Xavier were both already in.
Cincinnati went on to win a physical, back-and-forth game against FSU, which finished third in the Atlantic Coast Conference and won the ACC tournament. It was the first time in the history of UC's program that the team beat a higher-seeded opponent in the NCAA Tournament. The No. 6 seed Bearcats will play No. 2 seed Ohio State at 9:45 p.m. Thursday in Boston, which means the state of Ohio will suffer its first loss of the 2012 NCAA Tournament then.
After a second-round comeback win over Notre Dame, Xavier found itself in the fortunate position of facing a team called "Lehigh" rather than one called "Duke." Lehigh was one of two 15 seeds to defeat a No. 2 seed in this year's second-round of play, and the "Mountain Hawks" made actually game of against Xavier, which didn't have the game in hand until less than five minutes remained. Xavier will now play No. 3 seed Baylor at 7:15 p.m. Friday in Atlanta.
Ohio University upset 4-seeded Michigan in the second round and then ousted No. 13 seed South Florida in the third. The Bobcats will play No. 1 seed North Carolina at 7:47 p.m. Friday in St. Louis.
Ohio State beat Loyola (Md.) and Gonzaga to earn its spot in the Sweet Sixteen. OSU and Cincinnati last faced each other in the NCAA Tournament in the 1962 National Championship game, which UC won 71–59. (UC also defeated OSU in the 1961 title game, 70-65.) The Ohio State-Cincinnati winner will face the winner of Syracuse-Wisconsin, setting up a potential rematch of the Big East Tournament semifinal game when Cincinnati upset Syracuse.
The Ohio Valley's hoops success easily spreads beyond just the Ohio teams — three more schools within 100 miles are in the Sweet Sixteen: Kentucky, Louisville and Indiana. Kentucky and Indiana are actually matched up in the South Region (9:45 p.m. Friday in Atlanta), while Louisville faces Michigan State in the West (7:47 p.m. Thursday in Phoenix).
The Big East again this year sent more teams to the NCAA Tournament than any other conference, and four of its nine are still standing: Syracuse, Marquette, Cincinnati and Louisville. Each of these schools is in a separate region, so it's still technically possible for an all-Big East Final Four.
Thursday, March 22
Wisconsin vs. Syracuse
(Boston): 7:15 p.m. on CBS
Louisville vs. Michigan
State (Phoenix): 7:47 p.m. on TBS
Cincinnati vs. Ohio
State (Boston): 9:45 p.m. on CBS
Florida vs. Marquette
(Phoenix): 10:17 p.m. on TBS
Friday, March 23
Baylor vs. Xavier
(Atlanta): 7:15 p.m. on CBS
North Carolina vs. Ohio
(St. Louis): 7:47 p.m. on TBS
Kentucky vs. Indiana
(Atlanta): 9:45 p.m. on CBS
Kansas vs. N.C. State
(St. Louis): 10:17 p.m. on TBS
This week's addition of 6-foot-5 shooting guard Lance Stephenson to UC's 2009 recruiting class will have effects far beyond the instant upgrade it means for the Bearcats' starting swingman position. Stephenson — a big shooting guard fast and strong enough to drive to the basket — is one of the rarest commodities in college basketball. (Google "Pitt's Sam Young jams on UC — 2008" for evidence of its beauty.)
ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi has Xavier as one of his first four out, and I tend to agree — although I disagree with the pointless bickering in the comments section regarding the brawl that happened — wait for it — almost three months ago. The Bearcats are listed as a 10 seed, a much better prospect than having an 8 or 9 seed and having to play Kentucky or Syracuse if they can make it past the first round. With the current mock up, the 'Cats would play San Diego State in the first round — a winnable game — and North Carolina in the second — maybe, with a hope and a prayer.
Not to say that crazier things haven't happened: VMI, Butler (twice) and George Mason have all knocked off No. 1 seeds in the tournament. UC has more talent than any of those teams, and if they can continue playing like they did against Marquette this past Wednesday the Sweet 16 or even Elite 8 isn't out of the question.
The Bearcats played stifling defense against Marquette, forcing 17 turnovers. They dominated the paint, outscoring the Golden Eagles 42-24, and JaQuon Parker was a revelation. Parker used his size and strength to drive to the hoop at will and went 2-for-4 from behind the arc, including a halftime buzzer-beater that put UC up 16 at the half. Parker finished the game with a career-best 28 points.
The Bearcats didn't look back. Yancy Gates finished the game with 13 boards despite being limited to less than four minutes of first half play because of foul trouble. The 72-61 final wasn't as close as the score indicated, as UC coasted to victory. With the emergence of Parker the 'Cats now have a steady combo of inside and outside threats that will make them a difficult team to face both in New York and in the NCAA tournament.
Xavier, on the other hand, isn't a lock for a ticket to March Madness. Winning the A10 tourney would put all doubt to rest. The Muskies host Charlotte tomorrow; with a loss the NIT will certainly be beckoning. A win leaves a glimmer of hope, but in all likelihood, Chris Mack and his team will be on the outside looking in next Sunday.
Throw in a game Dec. 23 at home against St. Francis (PA), which right now is 2-6, and it looks like the 'Cats could open the year with a 12-0 record and no doubt a spot in the Top 25.
Cincinnatians don't generally follow a lot of NBA, but even those of us who would rather spend two hours golfing rocks into the Ohio River than watch 48-minutes worth of NBA hoops have heard about, seen highlights of and come to find interest in this Jeremy Lin dude. "Linsanity" is apparently very real.
Here's the abbreviated story: Lin played college basketball at Harvard, went undrafted, signed a deal with his hometown Golden State Warriors, got cut by them and the Houston Rockets this preseason and then joined the New York Knicks, who have won seven straight games since he broke out with a 25-point, 7-assist, 5-rebound game against the New Jersey Nets on Feb. 4.
Lin has scored in double figures in every game since, including dropping 38 on the Lakers Feb. 10. He's averaging 9.1 assists per game for a team that lost last year's starting point guard during free agency. The Knicks' best player, Carmelo Anthony, was injured during the second game of Lin's run, and the team is still playing as well as it has all year, evening its record at 15-15 with last night's win over Sacramento, during which Lin had 10 points, 13 assists and 5 rebounds in 26 minutes of play.
Here's an NBA-produced piece on Lin and his 38-point effort against L.A.
Lin has already compiled a badass highlight reel, and this, along with the ridiculous notion of an unheralded player coming out of nowhere to find success in one of the most demanding professional sports leagues in the world, has launched the term "Linsanity," and the media is so enamored with this kid's story and his game that he and Anthony are facing stupid questions about how they're going to be able to coexist once Anthony returns.
There's also the fact that Lin is an Asian American playing in a league that has had very few Asians in its league history. He's the first American player in NBA history to be of Chinese or Taiwanese descent. This means the media, in addition to its typically loaded questioning, is certain to make insensitive remarks about Lin and his race the faster it tries to crank out cute headlines about the phenomenon.
USA Today put together a rundown of some of the insensitive and/or offensive coverage that has occurred so far. Here's a rundown:
PREGAME: Welcome to Fifth Third Arena everybody! We are gathered here today to witness a contest between the UC Bearcats and the DePaul Blue Demons. Let us take a moment to rejoice ... Lance Stephenson's epic slam against DePaul two years ago.
In fact, let's take a moment to watch Lance JAM IT IN THE HOOP!
(Gonna have to scroll down the page some, but it's worth it...)
So, it totally sucks that UC point guard Cashmere Wright tore his ACL the other day. It really sucks. It sucks really bad.
But instead of cursing God or the NCAA or the fragile ligament that connects from a posterio-lateral part of the femur to an anterio-medial part of the tibia, we should rise up and help one of contemporary society's major problems — a lack of blood.
Next week is UC Bearcats Week at the Hoxworth Blood Center, which means that anyone who donates some of theirs will be entered into a raffle for a pair of season tickets to for UC basketball this year. And even though that super fast freshman won't be out there, we promise that other young dudes will be jamming on some people's heads, especially early in the year.
Here are the details: Go to a Hoxworth mobile unit or neighborhood center between Oct. 27 and Nov. 1. You have to be at least 17 years old, basically healthy, at least 110 pounds and you should probably eat some food before you go.
You can also call 451-0910 or (800) 830-1091 to schedule an appointment at a neighborhood donor center. To locate a community blood drive or if you are a registered donor and want to schedule online, go to www.hoxworth.org and click "Donate Now."
Give Hoxworth some of your blood. Do it for the community. Do it for basketball tickets. Either way.
The Bearcats' sweet double-overtime victory yesterday over Georgetown was the team's sixth win in its last seven games, three of which were against teams ranked in the Top 25 at the time. The 'Cats are now 6-3 against the RPI top 50, with tonight's 7 p.m. Big East semifinal against No. 2 Syracuse offering an opportunity to seriously enhance the team's seeding come Sunday.
ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi currently has the Bearcats projected as an 8 seed, playing Virginia in the first round with a potential second-round game against No. 1 seed Kansas. This situation would seriously suck. (For Cincinnati or for Kansas? ... Good point.)
Cincinnati is by far the most dangerous team in the 7-10 range, having recently defeated projected 3-seeds Marquette and Georgetown, along with projected 5-seed Louisville. It's safe to say that no No. 1 or 2 seed wants to see the Bearcats in the second round. And for UC, the road to the Sweet Sixteen actually would look a lot easier from one of the 11 or 12 seeds — fellow Big East squad South Florida is projected as a 12 to face 5-seed UNLV in the first round and potentially 4-seed Florida State in the second. I think UC would gladly take on a tougher first-round matchup for a second round game that's not against a school that starts four or five future NBA players.
It actually wouldn't be a huge surprise if UC is one of the several teams that every year gets slotted somewhere far from what the prognosticators expected. The Bearcats' RPI of 58 might fit in with those of some of the current bubble teams, but only two other teams outside the RPI top 17 have as many wins over the RPI top 50 as UC's six (Kansas State, RPI 44, and Notre Dame, RPI 37, each also have six).
The Bearcats received votes in the AP Top 25 last week. UC's five votes had the team around the No. 35 ranking, which falls in line with the 8- to 9-seed projection. But that was before yesterday's win over Georgetown, which would likely have earned the 'Cats more votes even if the team loses to Syracuse. Louisville, on the other hand, fell from the Top 25 in last week's ranking, actually sitting two spots out at No. 27, but the Cardinals are currently projected as a 5 seed, which would typically include teams in the 17-20 range.
The selection committee doesn't strictly follow any single set of rankings when determining seeding, but the guess here is that even with a loss to Syracuse in the Big East semifinals it wouldn't be a stretch for the committee to consider UC one of the top 28 teams in the country, which would put UC among the 7 seeds. And it's safe to say that a win over Syracuse would put the Bearcats firmly in the Top 25 by week's end, meaning a 6 seed would be possible. And if UC were to win the whole Big East tournament, it would be difficult for any selection committee to seed the team very far from the likes of projected 3-seeds Georgetown and Marquette, two teams the Bearcats have beaten in the last 16 days.
Here's hoping the
Bearcats put on a good showing tonight in primetime against the No. 2
team in the country in the Big East semis. Selection committee
members will be watching, as will the potential No. 1 and No. 2 seeds
which certainly don't want to see Cincinnati between themselves and
the second round.
Photo of Dion Dixon jamming on Louisville's Chane Behanon by Brian Baker/Lacking Focus Photography.
A few weeks before the spring signing period began, Mick Cronin hinted on a local radio station that there would be some surprises in store for Bearcat fans come April 15. Well, April 15 has come and gone, and with the signing period ending next week (May 20) it's nearly time to panic.
One of Cronin's prized recruits last year was 7-foot-3 John Riek, who never got on the court for the Bearcats. Riek spent the year rehabbing his knee, and due to some weird NCAA paperwork/eligibility issues found himself uncommitted to UC this spring. He surprisingly signed with the University of Mississippi Mississippi State this month, leaving UC without the giant dude it was expecting to put up front with sophomore Yancy Gates.
The Bearcats have won eight out of their last nine, while the Muskies have lost five of eight. Both teams had key players suspended and UC found motivation in the fallout while Xavier has struggled to find the identity that had them as a preseason top 15.


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Local opening acts you don't want to miss at Summerfest
Forget the national acts, it's all about homegrown talent
As always there is some consternation about the headlining acts (rappers and R&B singers to be more specific) chosen to perform at this year's Summerfest—a topic I will touch upon in my piece on Summerfest Associate Entertainment Director Vic Thomas, later this week.
For now, I'll focus less on the idea of The Roots becoming the go-to "safe" rap band at Summerfest year in and year out and turn my attention to local opening acts I think you should consider when putting together your Summerfest itinerary.
From the smooth stylings of R&B band The Result (featuring lead singer Adi Armour of Growing nation) and Christopher's Project, to hip-hop duo's Logic and Raze and Automatic, there is something for everyone.
Wednesday, July 27
Harley Davidson Roadhouse
Headliner: Lupe Fiasco 10pm
LOGIC & RAZE 6pm
Who are they: Their 2011 debut album "Still Untitled," was an impressive introduction for this pair of local rap veterans. In March, the duo created additional buzz for the project with their performance at 88.9 Radio Milwaukee's music awards show. Since then, rappers Logic and Raze have released two notable music videos and have already started working on a follow-up to be released later this year.
Why go see them: Both solo performers, Logic and Raze bring their own unique personality to the stage. If you're going to be at Summerfest early, vying for a good spot at the front of the stage for Lupe Fiasco's set, these two will definitely keep you entertained while you wait for the sun to go down.
IMMORTAL 8pm
Who is he: Tone "Immortal" Criss is Formerly one half of Jamming 98.3's "Basement Crew" with Darryn Dewalt and has been in radio for over six years. The veteran on-air personality released his latest album "History in the Makin," in May of last year. The double disc has over 20 songs and features local acts G. Womack, up and comer Que, and rappers Jazzi and Element Everest.
Why go see him: This isn't Immortal's first time opening for Lupe Fiasco, he's shared the stage with Chicago emcee at The Rave a few years ago. Immortal has also opened for Ludacris, T.I. Slick Rick and Dougie Fresh. Because Immortal performs out of town as much as he does locally, this may be one of the few opportunities to catch his show in Milwaukee.
Thursday, July 28
Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard
Headliner: Eric Benet 10pm
CHRISTOPHER'S PROJECT 8pm
Who are they: One of the most well known local bands in the city, Christopher Pipkins and his Jazz quartet Christopher's Project, have opened for the Temptations and The Supremes, played every major festival in town and are considered the go-to band for most corporate functions.
Why go see them: Christopher's Project was one of Summerfest's better booking decisions; the band is a virtual jukebox for lovers of Jazz and classic R&B/Soul. Their ability to play standards from artists like Nat King Cole, Stevie Wonder and Duke Ellington, while incorporating their own original music, makes for a great set-up for Eric Benet at 10pm.
Saturday, July 30
Miller Lite Oasis
Headliner: The Roots 10pm
FRESH CUT COLLECTIVE 8pm
Who are they: This WAMI award-winning band has gone through a series of changes over their relatively short existence. When front man Adebisi left for New York a year ago, the group, which was a mix of Adebisi's playful songwriting and sing-songy hooks, morphed into a jam band with band leader Kiran Vee taking the reins as lead songwriter and vocalists for their sophomore album "RE-FRAME," released in March.
Why go see them: If for no other reason, Fresh Cut Collective opening for the Roots just makes sense. The groovy fusion band has an exhausting live show full of crowd participation style chants and dance friendly grooves, a perfect warm-up for The Roots orchestral style of Hip-Hop.
Saturday, July 7
BMO Harris Pavilion
Headliner: Anthony Hamilton 9:45pm
THE RESULT 5pm
Who are they: In 1994, Milwaukee recording artist Aaron "Adi" Armour co-founded the artistic collective known as Growing Nation. A 10-member super crew consisting of well known poets, rappers, singers and musicians, the group became one of the area's most beloved bands.
After a decade of playing sold out shows around the country, the band's members have branched out to pursue solo endeavors. Early in 2012, Armour put the final pieces together for his new band The Result, a five piece ensemble featuring Willy Potter collaborator Bryan Mir on guitar and Eric Benet Bassit Afton Johnson.
Nationally recognized, local guitarist Shon iHnton (Jill Scott, John legend, Mary J. Blige) wrote and produced much of the group's upcoming album "From Love to War," which also includes contributions from drummer Wesley McVicker (Angie Stone, Eric Benet).
Why go see them: Lead singer Adi Armour is a rare Milwaukee talent. An accomplished singer/songwriter with an amazing voice and distinctive stage presence, Armour is arguably as good as the headliner he's opening for. Trust me, you don't want to miss this band!
Saturday, July 7
Harley Davidson Roadhouse
Headliner: Common 10pm
AUTOMATIC 8pm
Who are they: Self described as "hip-hop, smoothed out on the neo-soul tip, with a jazzy feel appeal," the duo of producer Trellmatic and rhyme-spitter Darius "A.P.R.I.M.E." Windom are a throwback to hip-hop's golden era. The group's last album, 2010's "Transistor," matched Trell's soulful loops with A.P.R.I.M.E.'s witty, introspective and often hilarious quips about life and love; creating a satisfying and well put together project.
Why go see them: Automatic's fun, upbeat style of performance is just what Common fans need to get them ready for the Chicago emcee's show. A.P.R.I.M.E. is easily one of the most underrated emcees in the city and an energetic performer who bounces around the stage as if his shoes had springs.
Other notable performers:
DJ Tarik - 8:30pm; Tuesday, July 3; Cascio Music Groove Stage
Host of 88.9 Radio Milwaukee's "Rhythm Lab", Tarik is also the co-founder of the "Unlooped" music series with an encyclopedic knowledge of all things music related . He's also a pretty good DJ as well.
The Hollowz - 6pm; Tuesday, July 3; Cascio Music Groove Stage
Producer Edward Cayce and rhymer Logic (of Logic & Raze) created one 2011's more memorable local albums, "Dreams of Sex and Flying." Opening for DJ Tarik makes this one of the best nights to come check out Cascio's Groove stage.
Tweed Funk - 4pm; Wednesday, June 27; Harley Davidson Roadhouse
If you missed their album release party at Shank Hall in May, you won't want to miss their performance at Summerfest. This WAMI award-winning blues/funk band loves to party! Don't be surprised if they call you on stage for the finale of their set.
Tempters - 6pm; Wednesday, June 27; Miller Lite Oasis
This Temptations cover band is one of the best you'll see. They've been a staple of Milwaukee's music scene for over a decade.
King Solomon - 6pm; Wednesday, July 4; Miller Lite Oasis
When you think reggae in Milwaukee, King Solomon is probably the first band that comes to mind. One of the more popular touring acts in the city, King Solomon's dance friendly, Jamaican grooves make for an instant party and a great way to celebrate the 4th of July.
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Happy New Year! It's 2013 and you've vowed to cut sweets out of your diet. Despite your desire for a trimmer body, the sight of cupcakes in a café window overpowers your good intentions. You cannot resist the small, sweet reward even though the larger, delayed reward of a healthier body is ultimately more desirable.
What leads some of us to give in to our immediate urges, while others are able to endure the wait for bigger and better outcomes? Neuroeconomists are investigating the brain to answer this question. They are interested in comparing the brain activity of individuals who act impulsively—those who choose rewards now over later—to that of patient folks.
Traditionally, the assumption of researchers in this field, and the related field of behavioral economics, has been that impulsive people choose immediate rewards simply because they dislike waiting. In these prior studies, when presented with a hypothetical choice between, say, $50 now or $100 in a year, impulsive individuals went for the $50. Additionally, they showed a greater brain response to the immediate $50 reward—in the part of the brain that represents how much you are enjoying a reward (the ventral striatum)—than did patient people. Researchers interpreted this brain response as the impulsive individuals' preference for immediacy. So while impulsive individuals would claim "carpe diem" and "strike while the iron is hot" as their life mantras, the less quoted "carpent tua poma nepotes" and "good things come to those who wait" are patient individuals' words to live by.
However, impulsivity may not simply be due to how long people are willing to wait for gratification. A recent study by a team of researchers at Washington University in St. Louis found that when people waited for a reward, patient people were seen—through the lens of a functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) machine—imagining the future. In more patient people, the researchers observed increased activity in the region of the brain that helps you think about the future (the anterior prefrontal cortex). The patient individuals, it seems, devoted more energy to imagining receiving their reward later.
What sets this Washington University study apart from previous studies is that researchers have never before focused on the brain responses of individuals after they make a decision and are waiting for their reward. Instead, researchers have typically measured brain activity while people are making their choices. Prior researchers likely disregarded the waiting period because their studies used hypothetical rewards over long delays. Because people weren't actually waiting in real time to receive a real reward, the researchers could not monitor the brain during this waiting period. This new study presented people with real rewards in the form of squirts of juice either immediately or at a delay of up to a minute. In fact, the researchers squirted the juice straight into the mouths of study subjects, in much the same way that animals have been rewarded in similar studies.
This future thinking, which is associated with the anterior prefrontal cortex (aPFC), has also been found in neuropsychological studies that focus on two different, but related phenomena: prospective memory—remembering to do something in the future, like fill up your gas tank on the way home from work—and episodic future thought—thinking about the future, such as imagining what you'll cook for dinner later tonight. Now, one more phenomenon can be added to the list of contexts in which people imagine a future outcome and activate their aPFC: imagining future rewards.


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Warmer weather has us feeling preppy and picnicky. We have spotted a lot of gingham around the office lately. We're taking a look back at some great moments in gingham, as well as showcasing a few of our favorite, checkered products.
Great Moments in Gingham
The shoes may get all the press, but whether it was shot in subdued sepia or brilliant technicolor, the classic print of Dorothy's gingham dress looks picture perfect. (You better start pinching those pennies if you want the original, though.) [Read more...]


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1I'm sure every one of us have our preferred backpack or messenger bag that we use daily to bring our notebook or tablet around. I'm sure it looks great and stylish, is very comfortable and reflects your personality and tells the world who your are! Or maybe you use the bag you're using just because. It's the perfect bag! Or is it?
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