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The Urbanite is designed to carry a surprising amount of gear without becoming too bulky or overbearing. This fashionable vertical messenger works great as a laptop sling or as your favorite general-use bag. Its construction includes durable, high-quality nylon, stylish leather and metal accents, and tons of useful compartments and other unique features that set the Urbanite apart from the crowd.
This bag easily fits laptops up to 14.1" or a MacBook Pro 15 in a dedicated compartment that opens a full 180 degrees for easy loading. This feature also eases travel by allowing you to pass through airport security checkpoints without having to remove your device from its compartment. The Urbanite fits your laptop snugly inside a separate well-padded and felt-lined slot that protects it from bumps and scratches to give you peace of mind while on-the-go.
The Urbanite's main storage compartment features a felt-lined pocket ideal for your iPad, Kindle, or other Tablet PC with lots of space left over to store and arrange as you please. You'll be pleasantly surprised by just how much this slim, sleek bag can accommodate.
Yet a third compartment offers even more space inside of open, zippered, and see-it-all pockets, and a slim pocket placed under the cover flap allows quick and easy access to folders, travel documents, or reading materials. As if these compartments left you wanting for space, two side pockets, secured with Velcro strips, offer convenient places to stash smaller items like cell phones, keys, or even water bottles where they are easy to reach. Everki rounds out all of these features with a broad cover flap that completely covers all of the bag's compartments and secures snugly using a Velcro strip and quick-release buckles. The flap also contains a zippered pocket suitable for business cards, ID, portable media players, or anything else you need to quickly store and retrieve during business transactions or casual outings.
As with all products in the Everki family, the Urbanite is backed by the company's Limited Lifetime Warranty and world-class customer service.
1. Multi-Functional Side Pockets
Side pockets can present a burden and take away from a bag's aesthetic when designed incorrectly. The Urbanite was constructed with this in mind, with discrete side compartments that maintain the flow of its design and hold shut using a convenient Velcro strip under each flap. These pockets are perfect for storing a variety of smaller articles and are appropriately sized to double as water bottle holders to keep your drinks snug and separate from other paper or electronic items.
2. Spacious, Well-Organized Compartments
n addition to its laptop compartment, the Urbanite packs a lot of room under its durable nylon cover flap. A central compartment features a dedicated slot for your iPad/Kindle/Tablet PC as well as space to store your books and magazines or a full change of clothes. An additional zippered compartment contains a range of slots of varying sizes as well as zippered and see-it-all pockets; and an open pocket located just under the flap provides quick and easy access to documents, passports, or any other items you need close at hand.
3. Felt-Lined iPad / Kindle / Tablet Pocket
With a dedicated slot designed to hold your iPad, Kindle, or other Tablet PC, never again will you leave your device vulnerable to the ravages of an ill-fitting compartment. The rising popularity of tablets and their increasing importance in school and industry make this feature a must when purchasing a new laptop bag. This unique and easily accessible pocket is lined with the same soft felt that is found in the laptop compartment, so you can rest assured that your device will stay just as well protected as your computer.
4. Two-Way Adjustable Shoulder Strap
Carrying a laptop and all of its accessories can wear a person out pretty quickly. Luckily for the weary traveler, the Urbanite is designed with a high-quality nylon shoulder strap equipped with dual quick-adjust buckles that give you freedom to set your desired length. The strap's large, non-slip shoulder pad conforms to the contours of its wearer to provide comfort and support and prevent slippage while it maintains the bag's sleek, streamlined design.
5. Checkpoint Friendly 14.1" Laptop/MacBook Pro 15 Compartment
Everki's Urbanite laptop vertical messenger bag features a dedicated 14.1" laptop/MacBook Pro compartment that goes the extra mile to protect your equipment from the hazards of travel. Its anti-shock foam padding provides extra cushioning and its warm orange felt lining prevents scratches to your device, so you can concentrate on the road. Everki placed this compartment close to the wearer's body to facilitate balance and it is designed to open a full 180 degrees to allow you to breeze through airport security. Simply open the compartment, lay it flat on the conveyor, and watch your laptop go through the x-ray machine without the mess and inconvenience of removing it, and should you for any reason be required to take it out of its slot, you can do so easily, without rearranging the rest of the bag's contents. Fast, simple, and effective.
6. Trolley Handle Pass-Through Strap
Lighten your load, reduce your burden, and ease the stress of travel with the Urbanite's trolley handle pass-through strap. This strap is correctly sized to pass smoothly over luggage handles and allow you to stack your bags for increased mobility. Its low-key presentation blends in tastefully with the bag's overall appearance.
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You can enjoy peace of mind knowing that with any product in the Everki family, you never have to worry about discovering a flaw or defect after the end of the warranty period. Everki's Limited Lifetime Warranty protects your purchase against manufacturing defects over the entire life of the product.
Zippered Quick-Stash Flap Pocket
As if this bag left you wanting more room, a small zippered pocket on the bag's cover flap offers quick and convenient access to keys, wallet, mobile phone, or any other smaller item you need to be able to retrieve regularly or quickly on your travels.
Front Straps with Speed-Release Buckles
Buckles and straps on the Urbanite's cover flap provide both an extra measure of security and additional support for when the bag is fully loaded. Simply load up the bag, loosen or tighten the straps to the appropriate lengths and then fasten them using discrete easy-clip buckles to firmly secure the bag's contents.
Large Zippers and Zipper Pulls
The Urbanite's size 10 zippers are larger and more durable than the hardware found on most other bags in its class. Its strong, all-metal Everki zipper pulls are built to last and the laptop compartment features pulls with lock-holes to help you protect your valuables while you are on-the-go.
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This review is from: Everki Black 14.1" / MacBook Pro 15" Urbanite Laptop Vertical Messenger Bag Model EKS620
Pros: The pack is really usefull, plenty of room. Number of pockets for different types of objects. Great size and weight.
Cons: I carried my tablet charge in the side pocket and had the bottom rip and lost the charger. It cost me $80 to replace my charger.
Other Thoughts: Great bag wish they would replace my charger. The main compartment needs a zipper access to get to your files .
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This review is from: Everki Black 14.1" / MacBook Pro 15" Urbanite Laptop Vertical Messenger Bag Model EKS620
Pros: I own 2 Everki bags so far. Though I wasn't happy with my first bag because of functionality reasons the build quality was so good that I decided to give them another try. I purchased the Urbanite and had it for about 6 months and I must say not a single disappointment.
Cons: Quick release buckle cover... not very quick, more annoying than anything else.
Other Thoughts: I got into a fight with my fiance which resulted in her giving me back the engagement ring and $6000 dollars cash that I had in her account. Both along with my other typical techie goods were placed into the Urbanite bag and the bag was placed on the floor of the passenger seat of the car. You think the story is bad so far keep reading. I lost control of the car and ended up flipping it and getting my left arm injured in the process. With the car upside down I exited the vehicle by crawling out a broken window. Not thinking of the items inside or even shutting the car off the car ignited into flames while I was trying to get help. Needless to say I was horrified watching the car go up in flames with that bag inside. It took everything for me to not try to retrieve my bag and wait for the fire department. When they came and finally put out the fire I asked them to please see if they could recover the bag. They assured me that nothing would of survived the fire and stated to consider anything in that car a loss. I explained that I had a wedding ring in there so they attempted to look again. They came back with my ring in the box and told me that the bag was melted to the door panel and that was all that could be recovered from it. Any and all papers in the bag would be toast. I requested again that they please bring me the bag which took some effort but they removed the bag from the door and brought it to me. The zippers still worked and could be opened enough to reach inside. I was happily surprised to find that all the contents in my bag was unharmed so I got my money and all my electronics in working order.
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Toddler Hits the Jackpot: Wins Mom $1 Million in the Lottery... To Pay For Cost of Raising Toddlerilanawiles
If your toddler pointed to a lottery ticket in a convenience shop, would you buy it?
That's what Afsheen Ahsan did when her two-year-old daughter Anaya pointed to a New York Instant Poker scratch-off ticket— and she won!
$1 million to be exact.
Ahsan said she wasn't even planning on buying a ticket that day but thought her daughter's signal was a good omen. I wish I trusted my daughter's sticky fingers that much.
After all, $1 million equals approximately 4 million diapers! Or 28,500 Rock 'N Roll Elmos! Or 1000 Bugaboo strollers!
Actually, Ahsan (a resident of Queens, New York) will receive her winnings in yearly installments of $31,152 until 2031. Which, according to my calculations… barely covers a year at a top-of-the-line Manhattan preschool!
It takes raising a kid in NYC to make $1 million not sound like much.
Did you know that the cost of my daughter's preschool next year is twice as much as what I paid for one year of college?
Mazzy better start brushing up on her clairvoyant skills and point out some winning lottery tickets or else she's gonna force us straight out of Manhattan.
Either that or I'll borrow Anaya for a day.
Plant her in a corner bodega in front of the scratch-offs, feed her stories of expensive three bedroom apartments, private education and the cost of shopping at our local Whole Foods, and then let her do her thing.
Each ticket costs around 4 diapers, so… even if Anaya doesn't succeed, at least I'll have further motivation to potty train.
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In the 2012-13 academic year (July 2012-June 2013), UWM will celebrate the Year of the Arts through a series of events, programs and activities taking place on campus and in collaboration with a wide-variety of community partners. The Year of the Arts will recognize the 50th anniversary of the Peck School of the Arts, its influence in the Wisconsin arts community, and the impact that the arts has in every discipline.
To date, more than 50 on-campus and community partners are working together on Year of the Arts activities that will touch every student and showcase several world-premiere and signature programs for UWM and the general community. And all of this is in addition to the 350+ dance, music and theater performances, art and design exhibitions, film screenings, and events that the Peck School hosts every year, along with stellar exhibits at Institute for Visual Arts (INOVA) and world-class performances by the Fine Arts Quartet.
The Year of the Arts at UWM continues its celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Peck School of the Arts, its influence on the Wisconsin arts community, and the contributions that the arts, creativity and innovation have made in every discipline. As summarized in this mid-year review, we believe we are well on our way towards accomplishing several key priorities including significantly raising the profile of UWM, the Peck School of the Arts, and our partners. Here are some of the highlights to date and what we are looking forward to during the second semester!
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During a barrage of stories concerning the NBA All Star game, Jerry Sloan's retirement, Carmelo Anthony, Deron Williams and the trade deadline, a story caught my eye that hasn't really received a lot of attention.
On February 18th, the NBA announced a list of the twelve finalists for induction into the Hall of Fame this year. The list includes Maurice Cheeks, Chris Mullin, Tex Winters and Dennis Rodman.
It caused me to think about Rodman's career in the NBA, but it also forced me to take a good hard look at what I think qualifies a player to be enshrined. Should a player's on-court resume stand alone, or should a player's off-court behavior affect his candidacy, and if so, to what degree?
Let's take a look.
The Case For
If you include non-NBA teams, Dennis Rodman played professional or semi-professional basketball for 20 years. Over that time, he earned 5 NBA championships (1989 and 1990 with Detroit, '96, '97 and '98 with Chicago). He was an All-Star twice, the Defensive Player of the year twice, he was voted to the All-defensive first team seven times and was the regular season rebounding champion seven times.
After a particularly unconventional basketball development (barely playing in high school, working as a janitor before flunking out of one school, joining Southeastern Oklahoma State) Rodman joined the Detroit Pistons in the 1986 Draft. He quickly adapted to Chuck Daly's Bad Boys philosophy, coming off the bench and generally raising hell whenever he could.
In 1986, his Pistons battled to the Eastern Conference Championship before losing to Larry Bird's Celtics in what is still considered one of the most physical series in NBA history. The next year, Rodman continued to be a force off the bench and helped the Pistons make it to the Finals, only to lose to the Lakers in seven games. The Pistons would go on to win the next two NBA titles, the first over the Lakers, the second over the Blazers.
In that time, Rodman evolved from a 6.5 PPG/4.3 RPG rookie playing 15 minutes a game to a bonafide defensive monster. He was known for being able to defend any player from the point guard to the center, and grind their game to a halt. On top of that, He earned 1,530 rebounds in 1991-92 (18.7 RPG), the most since Wilt Chamberlain in 1971-72. No one has come close to that season total since.
Unfortunately, Rodman took a rough turn when Chuck Daly, his coach and father figure, retired from the NBA. Rodman's on-court intensity began spilling out over his locker room and his life, and he eventually demanded a trade in 1993. He was dealt to San Antonio, where he continued battled his demons – and his teammates – until he was again moved to the Chicago Bulls before the start of the 1995-96 season.
With the Bulls, Rodman found a dynamic that worked for him, and a coach who could handle him. Phil Jackson figured out how to use Rodman's talents in a balancing act with Michael Jordan's offensive prowess. While you got the impression that Rodman and Jordan may not have always got along, they clearly understood that they could help each other.
While Rodman made a clear impact on the Chicago Bulls during his three season run, perhaps his most tangible contributions came in the playoffs for those seasons. During the 1996 playoffs, Rodman led all players in rebounds, and help to slow the Sonics offense in the Finals (from 94.1 PPG in the playoffs to 89.2 in the Finals). Rodman played a big part in slowing down Shawn Kemp on the boards. In all, Rodman earned 88 rebounds to Kemp's 60.
Or, as George Karl said:
"As you evaluate the series, Dennis Rodman won two basketball games. We controlled Dennis Rodman for four games. But Game 2 and tonight, he was the reason they were successful."
In 1997 and 1998, the Bulls went into a back-to-back Finals matchup against John Stockton, Karl Malone and the Utah Jazz. Here again, Rodman was not only tasked with defending a dominate Power Forward, but a Power Forward who had just been minted the league's MVP. Karl Malone was enjoying his best year, averaging 27.4/9.9 in the regular season and 26.0/11.4 in the Playoffs.
Rodman wasn't able to stop Malone's game entirely, but he was able to make an impact. Malone's average dropped from 27.4 in the regular season to 23.8 in the Finals, which doesn't seem like much of a swing, but considering that the average margin of victory was six, Rodman's impact went a long way. Moreover, Phil Jackson quickly realized Malone's weak point at the free throw line. As a result, Rodman committed 21 fouls in that series, most of them on Malone. The gambit paid off, as Malone shot only .603 from the line (35 – 58) for the series.
There's a similar story to be told in the 1998 Finals, only this time it was Rodman finding a way to force Malone to turn the ball over more than usual. Over the course of that regular season (and in the playoffs), Malone averaged 3.0 turnovers a game. In the Finals, he turned the ball over 23 times (3.83 a game). Again, I know it sounds like I'm splitting hairs here, but Malone was widely considered the best power forward in game (and maybe one of the best all-time), and while no body could really shut down Malone in those days, Rodman was the guy who made him mortal.
By the way, if you ever want to see a dominate big man get outsmarted in crunch time, go back and watch the last 2 minutes of game 6 in the 1998 NBA Finals. With 36 seconds left in the game, the Jazz called a timeout, holding onto a 1 point advantage. If you look closely, you can see Jordan and Rodman each walking out of that timeout with a smirk on his face.
Everyone in the building – Hell, everyone in the world – knew the ball was going to Karl Malone. When the pass came in, Dennis Rodman appeared to be WAY out of position. Rodman played Malone abnormally high in the paint, leaving the baseline wide open for Malone to make a spin move to the basket. Malone felt Rodman and instinctively started his spin, but in doing so, he missed Michael Jordan waiting for him in the paint. Jordan swiped the ball from Malone and calmly brought the ball back upcourt, waited for the clock to wind down and then hit THE SHOT…..
After his successful run with the Bulls, Rodman did time with the Lakers and Mavericks before leaving the NBA. He'd continue to play in the ABA and various other semi-professional outlets until 2006, when he left the game for good.
Dennis Rodman's on the court resume is certainly impressive. Only 26 guys in history have as many championship rings as he does, and if you look around the NBA, it's not too hard to see Rodman's influence in the modern game. Guys like Chris 'Birdman' Andersen are clearly Disciples of The Worm, and even Ron Artest used to wear number 91 in homage of Rodman's lockdown energy.
Amazingly, Rodman's defensive skill set was so strong that it seemed to completely overshadow his indifference to developing on the offensive side of the ball. All told, Rodman is a career 7.3 PPG player, dishing out only 1.8 APG.
Still, it's hard to argue with five championship rings.
The Case Against
Now this is where things get more interesting, both from 'Does he belong in the HOF' perspective and, well… a psychological perspective.
In his book, Bad as I Wanna Be, Rodman talks in detail about a night in February 1993 where he was found asleep in his car with a loaded rifle. He admits that he seriously considered suicide, however:
"I decided that instead [of killing myself] I was gonna kill the impostor that was leading Dennis Rodman to a place he didn't want to go… So I just said, 'I'm going to live my life the way I want to live it and be happy doing it.' At that moment I tamed [sic] my whole life around. I killed the person I didn't want to be."
He goes on to discuss that the person he didn't want to be was the happy-go-lucky NBA star with shiny teeth and a glint in his eye. He didn't want to sell shoes or soda, and he did not want to be considered a role model for America's youth.
By the time he was dealt to the Spurs, his commitment to being 'himself' began to take form when he shaved his head and dyed his hair blonde. Before long, the hair was red, then purple, then came the tattoos and the figure nail polish, and then, well, things just kept on rolling.
He head butted Stacey King and John Stockton, he had a famous affair with Madonna, he kicked a camera man in the groin, he was fined for saying he was out of sync because of 'all the f***ing Mormons out here,' he joined the World Wrestling Federation, wrestled with Karl Malone at the "Bash at the Beach," he showed up to a book signing in a wedding dress (and attempted to marry himself). He wed Carmen Electra, divorced her 10 days later… and on, and on, and on.
In Summary
So here's the question: how much crazy behavior, fines, suspensions and general malarky factor into the bottom line of a player's legacy? In my opinion, there's no greater exhibit to evaluate this question than Dennis Rodman.
He's an infamous NBA player, but as what? He's either the quintessential defensive role player, or the worst example of a head case armed with millions of dollars and a basketball. He's either the guy that inspired Ron Artest to develop a strong defensive mindset, the same mindset that led him and the Lakers to a championship, or a thug that laid the groundwork for Ron Artest to barrel into the stands and attack a fan in Detroit.
In my opinion, I think the truth is somewhere in between. Like all players (and all of us, really) Dennis Rodman is a little bit good and a little bit evil. As fans, I think it's up to us to decide how we want to perceive the game.
Do we want to see LeBron James as a guy who irredeemably screwed over his hometown, or do we want to see him as a guy who was given a choice and foolishly allowed the hoopla surrounding said choice get insanely, ridiculously out of hand?
Do we want to see Carmelo Anthony as the guy who ruined the fortunes of the team that drafted him, or do we want to see him as another guy with a different choice; a guy who decided to leverage his talents to hold out for the team he's wanted to play for since he was a kid?
Was Rodman a pain in the ass? Of course he was. He was intentionally, aimlessly, foolishly pissing people off just because he could do so. Should that be factored into the Rodman Candidacy? Absolutely, but at the end of the day, I want to be the kind of fan that believes that controversies fade and that people eventually forget who said what to who and why. I want to believe that when it comes to a player's legacy, the first and most important thing that people remember is the basketball.
Want more Association thoughts from Dan? You can follow him on Twitter at @Kobesmokey or check out our new Facebook page for more NBA talk!


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Twitter can often become a promotional tool for emcees and Kid Cudi took full advantage of the social network. On Sunday, Cudi took to his account and announced that he will be releasing indicud in early 2013. He also announced that he'll be scoring movies after that and preparing for the third installment of his Man on the Moon series.
Ton of things going on, exciting shit.Indicud is def dropping top of next year.When I get a proper date figured out, ill let ya kno
— Scott Mescudi (@ducidni) October 28, 2012
after indicud is released I'm focusing on King Chips debut, scoring, and then the moment uve all been waiting for...MOTM3.love it
— Scott Mescudi (@ducidni) October 28, 2012
so yes, the energy of indicud is its own new thing.new format with some of my favorite musical tricks here and there. the album moves dope
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Cudi then added that the album will feature "more uptempos," and that it will consist of "a maximum of" 17 new songs. He added that "the tone of indicud will be positive and confident...I lost my mind for a bit but I found it."
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When we start dating someone, the passion and lust is always intense, but as love grows, the intimate passion for each other may actually start reducing over the years. Find out how you can rekindle the passion in a long-term relationship.
Click here to read the introduction: How to Bring Sexy Back!
Shower for Starters
Here is another great way to begin your trip to bed. Taking a bath together gives the time to play with each other. It is a chance to talk and relax and wash all your stress and tension before you live in the moment.
Playing in each other's arms prior to getting into the sheets is an excellent start to a wonderful night. For the men who dislike foreplay, slowly dabbing each other dry with the towel can definitely be counted as foreplay.
Know What to Wear
When you enter the bedroom wear something racy instead of going in naked. For guys, there's nothing better than seeing their hottie bed-mate in gorgeous lingerie. Sadly, there isn't much a guy can wear that can instantly turn on any girl, so ask your girl what she likes on you.
When it comes to women, intimacy is always 'made to order'. It's also a technique to start slow rather than just pouncing on each other instantly and finishing the job before you realize what happened. A good quickie may be perfect at times, but not every time though.
A man loves to undress a woman or watch her undressing before his eyes. Women too, like taking off a guy's shirt before the performance to reach for the sky.
Focus on your Partner
There are a few things that you might want to consider before following these steps. Women are usually physically and mentally focused during sex. Men are physically present, but not mentally. It could be that men are thinking about work, the football game, another woman, etc. Whatever it is, don't get distracted.
Give your partner your body and soul. Your partner obviously needs your presence and doesn't want you to just lie beside them in bed. Your emotional involvement is the most desired matter. If you're not really there, thinking about all the other possible things that you are missing out on, then you don't deserve the intimacy.
Don't Blame the Time
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Directed by San Francisco-based filmmaking collaborative The Mariposa Group (whose members went on to produce Absolutely Positive, The Times of Harvey Milk, Winter Soldier and more), Word Is Out showcases the stories of 26 gay men and women of varying ages, races and backgrounds.
Talking directly to the camera, they relate childhoods spent confused by their orientation; struggles towards personal acceptance; coming out to families both hostile and loving; living, loving and working in a predominantly hetero world; and dreams for equal rights. Their words are inspiring, often humorous and many times heartbreaking. They also proved revolutionary.
Word Is Out allowed late-'70s gay filmgoers to see themselves on the screen not as caricatures or idealizations, but as real people with unifying experiences. It was a powerful moment. The film also functioned beyond affirmation to impact the mainstream, showing a world beyond stereotypes where gay men and women lived lives the same as any straight person — a universality that moved Word Is Out beyond gay cinema to become human cinema.
This restored 30th anniversary DVD release is exquisite with several bonuses that truly complement the film, especially a then-and-now documentary that brings the interviewees into the present. Revelations that many succumbed to AIDS are absolutely devastating, hanging a haunting specter over the film's hopeful histories. Grade: A
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Police are calling it a hate crime.
A pair of transgender women were attacked while attempting to use the ladies room at the West 3rd Street McDonald's around 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Gothamist and DNAinfo are reporting. The suspect reportedly accosted the victims while they attempted to enter the restroom, shouting, "You're using the wrong bathroom!" When they fled outside, he followed them and threw a punch, and one of the victimes — in badass fashion — punched back and kneed him in the groin. The suspect then took out a razor blade and reportedly slashed one of the women in her elbow, face, back, and neck; the victim wound up at Bellevue, and the suspect is at large and wanted for a hate crime. This isn't the first time there's been trouble at this particular Mickey D's, you'll recall: On St. Patrick's Day, the location was the site of a massive brawl that prompted police to meet with the shop's owner to discuss security. Might be time to have another sit-down. [Gothamist, DNAinfo via Daily Intel]


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Questions, answers, comments, queries, thoughts, ruminations, information, analysis and perspectives on law, especially family law, divorce, child support, custody, equitable distribution, alimony and taxes by a Pennsylvania and New Jersey lawyer, located in Philadelphia.
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Calculating Child Support in NJ
Calculating child support in New Jersey–or any state–can be complicated. Generally, in New Jersey, the court takes eight steps to calculate child support. New Jersey Child Support Guidelines intend to predict the cost of raising a child based on the parents' incomes and setting an equitable amount.
Step 1- Determining the Income of Both Parents: Just about any type of income you receive or earn can be considered to calculate child support. Even things like lottery winnings, unemployment benefits, money from illegal activities and overtime earnings can be considered. Usually, however, welfare benefits or other money given to the needy or disabled may not be included in the calculation of the parents' income.
If one parent does not work but has the ability to work, then the court will impute (meaning assign) a certain income amount to that parent by figuring out how much that parent is capable of earning. Then the court will use that figure to calculate child support.
Step 2- Taxes and Deductions: The only deductions that can be made on your income for determining child support are those that you cannot control like Social Security Tax, Medicare, and state taxes. After taxes and deductions, if any, are removed, you will have each parent's net income. You may have other deductions on your paycheck, such as disability insurance or voluntary retirement contributions, but those amounts will be added back into income for the purpose of calculating support.
Step 3- Determine Combined Net Income: After taxes and deductions are taken out, both parent's incomes are added together, resulting in the combined net income. The parents' combined net income is put into a "pot." The court then looks at the statutory Guidelines chart for the number of children in the family and the amount of money that is in the "pot." That number on the chart is the basic child support award.
Step 4- Splitting the Child Support Award: If the parents have the same net income, then they split the amount in the chart equally. In most cases, one parent earns more then the other so it is usually split 60/40 or 70/30. If one parent is disabled or on welfare, then that may shift the burden onto the other parent to pay the full amount.
Step 5- Adjustments Based on Visitation and Shared Parenting: A special deduction can be calculated for the parent who pays support if he or she has custody of the children for a significant number of days.
Step 6- Add-On Expenses and Special Deductions: If a family has expenses like child care or health insurance for the children, those expenses are added to the child support award and split the same way as the amount from the Guidelines chart. Some special deductions, like one parent paying child support for other children or paying alimony to a previous spouse, can be deducted, but this deviation may be discretionary based on the individual situation.
Step 7- Poverty and Shared-Parenting Income Tests: Paying child support should not make a parent "poor" and unable to take care of himself or herself. The Guidelines have specific tests built in that can help keep a parent from paying too much. However, the tests always favor the children and make sure that the parent who has the children most of the time is receiving enough money to take care of them. Your income must truly be in the poverty range to affect your child support.
Step 8- The Final Child Support Order: After all the steps are taken for deductions, the resulting amount is the amount of child support to be paid. If the parents, lawyers, or court want to use a different amount, they must give a reason why they are differing from the Guidelines. In New Jersey, child support is paid through "Probation," an agency that deducts the support from the wages of the Payor parent and turns the money over to the Payee parent.
If you have questions about calculating child support or about child support you are currently paying, you should consult with an attorney. Child support calculations, even though we have guidelines, can be very fact specific.
Written by Allyson Lutley, law clerk at the Law Offices of Linda A. Kerns, LLC. Edited by Linda A. Kerns, Esquire.
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Piranha 3DD Soundtrack List
Piranha 3DD Movie (2012) Soundtrack List – Tracklist – OST – Listen to Original Theme Music from the Motion Picture, film score list, all songs list – playlist, who sings them, including end credits.
Piranha 3DD Soundtrack information:
Audio score CD (June 19, 2012)
Audio soundtrack CD (May 29, 2012)
Original Release Date: 2012
Number of Discs: 1
Format: Soundtrack
Label: Lakeshore Records
Below you can view Piranha 3DD complete score list:
Music by Elia Cmiral:
1. Return of the Piranhas
2. Piranhas In The Pool
3. Trident Aria
4. Barry's Heroic Rescue
5. Kiss of Life
6. Eaten in Van
7. Searching for the Cow
8. Shelby and Josh
9. Sheriff's Redemption
10. Goodman's Laboratory
11. Family Photo
12. Struggle at the Pier
13. Inspecting Lake
14. Bathtub Dream
15. Confronting Chet
16. Depths of the Lake
17. School of Piranhas
18. Battle for the Water Park
Below you can view Piranha 3DD complete soundtrack list:
01. Got Me in a Trance – Marcus Latief Scott
02. Summer School – Twirl
03. C'mon I Can't Wait – Automatic Music Explosion
04. Chemical Kings – The One & Only's
05. The Impatient, the Imperfect, the Impossible – All The Right Moves
06. Open Ya Mind – Sarah Khula
07. Very Busy People – The Limousines
08. Before I Die – Cellphish
09. Flaskaboozendancingshoes – The Limousines
10. Blast – Bobot Adrenaline
11. Quit, You're Being Thoughtless – Moros Eros
12. I'm Always Here – Jason Scheff
13. Summertime – Josh Mobley feat. Reina Williams
14. The Good Life – Amber Pacific
15. Internet Killed the Video Star – The Limousines
16. Head Banger – Robert Etoll
17. Viktors Misery – Bobot Adrenaline
The makers of Piranha 3DD have announced the release of two soundtrack albums.
The first is an LP which will feature the original scores composed by Elia Cmiral, who also contributed to "Stigmata". This album consists of 18 tracks and it's set for a digital release on May 22nd, 2012, and a physical release on June 19th.
Additionally, Lakeshore Records will also release an album composed of 17 tracks sung by various artists: Sarah Khula, Cellphish and The Limousines to name a few.
This LP is scheduled for May 22, 2012 (digitally) and May 29th physically.
Piranha 3DD Film Information:
Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thriller
Release date: 1 June 2012 (USA)
After the events at Lake Victoria, the pre-historic school of blood-thirsty piranhas make their way into a newly opened waterpark.
Director: John Gulager
Writers: Marcus Dunstan (screenplay), Patrick Melton (screenplay)
Stars: Danielle Panabaker, Ving Rhames and David Hasselhoff
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UM-Dearborn launches new master's degree program in public policy
DEARBORN---The University of Michigan-Dearborn will launch a new master's
degree program in public policy studies this fall.
"The Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree is an interdisciplinary
program designed for adult, part-time, college-educated students working
in policy-related positions, and for students who wish to prepare for
careers in public service and public affairs," according to Prof.
Donald Anderson, chair of the Department of Social Studies at UM-Dearborn.
The program will be the only evening MPP program offered in southeastern
To earn the degree, students will need to complete 42 credit hours in
public policy courses. The program was approved by the U-M Regents at
their July meeting.
"The premise is that we should be aiming at good public policy,
and that can only be attained by understanding both the methods of studying
policy and the policy-making process itself," Anderson said. Students
also may choose to complete policy-related courses offered in other programs
on campus, including public administration, health psychology, business
administration and liberal arts.
As part of the program, students will be expected to complete four master's
projects or a single thesis "to demonstrate that they have the ability
to analyze and design improvements in public policy," Anderson said.
There are a wide range of career options for graduates of the program,
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local, state and national levels.
"Their job titles vary, but they assist elected and appointed officials
and agencies throughout government," Anderson said. "In addition,
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For more information about the program or the admission requirements, contact the College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters Office of Graduate Programs at (313) 593-1183, the Department of Social Sciences at (313) 593-5096, or see the Web page at http://casl.umd.umich.edu/MPP/.
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Suspended exam chiefs are to be grilled by MPs over allegations they gave unfair advice to teachers on how to boost GCSE and A-level results and made exams easier to attract more business.
A House of Commons education committee will question three examiners after the Daily Telegraph claimed to expose a culture of corruption through their secret footage last week.
Steph Warren, head of Edexcel GCSE geography was caught boasting how "easy" her exams were for students. The Edexcel official , who is responsible for setting exams for tens of thousands of students, was captured on film saying: "There's so little content we don't know how we got it through."
The undercover investigation also revealed teachers paying up to £230 a day to attend seminars with chief examiners to receive "advice". Paul Evans, a chief examiner for WJEC GCSE history told his audience exam papers go "through a cycle".
Both Paul Evans and Steph Warren, as well as Paul Barnes, will face MPs on Thursday.
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Pressure government puts on schools through league tables is to blame, examiners say.
Warren gets defensive when asked what guidance she gets in "training sessions" with teachers.
"I am a professional" she insists.
"Are there statements which explicitly detail what you can and can't say?"
Warren pauses, stutters, and then says there are statements in her contract.
WJEC: not contracted for training events. Just "kick in" at important times of the year.
WJEC is too small to "compete aggressively".
Warren: I have never been asked to market Edexcel.
Papers are written two years in advance, there is very tight security.
Was discussing specification, not exam papers, when she said some questions were easier.
"Media coverage has been difficult for me."
"My concerns are for the children and how the media coverage affects the belief in themselves and the examination system."
"I had had a really exhausting day of training."
Adamant did not say exams were easier. "My own daughter has transcribed the conversation. It is not true."
Other comments were edited out by Telegraph, she claims. Her own comments were made in "heat of the moment".
Deeply regret the "inappropriate comment".
"We all make mistakes," she says.
Evans: reference to the word "cheating" was inappropriate and should not have been used.
"I did not breach any confidentiality."
Adds not prepared to comment on personal position.
"I was only reporting what was already public knowledge.
"I had no opportunity to comment beforehand."
Seminar was held to "utilise" syllabus. Intention was to "inform" and "assist" teachers
"I truly believe I have been misrepresented."
Says footage was edited
Daily Telegraph revealed today teachers have been "forced to adopt questionable tactics" by giving teenagers exam paper questions ahead of the pupils sitting the papers.
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It is surprising to consider that in recent years we have seen several examples of elderly men (think Clint Eastwood and Michael Caine) shrugging off age and infirmity to face off against those who would prey on the weak. The advanced age of their characters (and the relative ages of the actors in question) recall, to some extent, the battles of Charles Bronson in the Death Wish franchise. There is definitely a certain demographic within the movie-viewing set that desires to see these kinds of against-the-odds thrillers, especially as, generationally speaking, we find ourselves living longer while maintaining a degree of vim and vigor.
But, the reality is that fewer seniors are standing up and going toe-to-toe with antagonists that are less than half (or more likely a third) their age. Time is the ultimate nemesis and its minions now include a legion of regulations and legislative restrictions being placed on what seem like basic civil and/or human rights.
Time, in the form of debilitating physical and mental infirmity, tested the couples in Michael Haneke's Academy Award-winning drama Amour and Sarah Polley's Away from Her. We watched as husbands (respectively) tried to steadfastly hold onto control over their relationships with their wives and their own sense of autonomy, only to succumb to the devastating ravages of the inevitable.
In Still Mine, writer-director Michael McGowan presents us with Craig Morrison (James Cromwell), an 80-something farmer, a tireless and practical man with a large family and an even larger kingdom, which he manages with common sense and hard-earned experience.
Morrison is one of the last holdouts from the rugged rural roots era of the American Dream. He learned his trade and craft — not only farming but also woodworking, foundation-laying and building — from his father and has passed much on to his children and their children. He is also a stubborn and proud man; character traits he has also passed down his line.
Morrison finds himself facing increasing signs that his wife Irene (the always lovely Geneviève Bujold) suffers from early stage dementia, but the pair has never cottoned to the notion of being herded into a senior facility toward the final shuffle. So Morrison, after scaling back activities on his farm, decides to build a single-level home on part of their land with a beautiful view that will allow him to manage things with Irene more easily.
Resisting the pleas of his children to either hire a contractor to handle the job or accept their aid with the more physically demanding aspects of the work, Morrison takes the idea in his head and meticulously endeavors to bring it to life. What he doesn't account for is the bureaucratic regulations of the modern building process, which forces him to apply for permits to build on his own land and requires a series of inspections to ensure that at every step along the way the work meets code requirements.
Still Mine pits Morrison in a race of sorts, against a system that he simply has no need for. By his estimation, he knows more about safe building practices than anyone in the county office (he most certainly does) and he's more than willing to tell anyone in earshot. But he's also trying to beat the clock with Irene, whose gradual decline starts to pick up steam while Morrison stumbles through the obstacles concerning the rules and regulations.
Watching Cromwell pace himself through the story is a thing of quiet, studied beauty. He plays Morrison, scene-by-scene, completely grounded in the exchanges of the moment, but never allowing us to forget the big picture. What could have been manipulative and cloying instead has a sad urgency, and unlike Amour and Away from Her, because of the rural setting, there is no straining for artful posturing. This is simple, straightforward and true from start to finish.
Steeped in both the melancholy beauty of those recent touchstones on the subject of aging and the anger of the elderly men under attack that I mentioned at the start, McGowan intuitively harvests what works from these sources and, with Cromwell, fashions a cunning ode to the passing of a generation. The sly message —made more relevant since Still Mine is based on a true story — is a reminder that men like Morrison continue to walk the earth and there's still much we can glean from them before they leave us behind. (Opens Friday at Mariemont Theatre) (PG-13) Grade: B+
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In its struggle against international terrorism following 9/11, the United States developed rendition the international transfer of an individual without customary due processes as an instrument of policy. Rendition became associated with the use of coercive interrogation techniques techniques often crossing the threshold of torture, in violation of international standards to which successive American administrations committed themselves.
The APPG on Extraordinary RenditionWritten by Administrator
The All Party Parliamentary Group on Extraordinary Rendition was established by Andrew Tyrie in December 2005 in response to allegations that the UK had been involved in the US rendition programme.
What is 'Extraordinary Rendition'?Written by Administrator
Rendition and extraordinary rendition are not terms defined by law. They describe the process by which a detainee is transferred from one state to another, outside normal legal processes (i.e. extradition, deportation, etc). In many cases these detainees are transferred to secret detention or to a third country for the purposes of interrogation, often in circumstances where they face a real risk of torture.


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Joseph P. Russoniello, United States Attorney
Northern District of California
Defendant Also Ordered to Pay Over $123,000 Restitution
Mabelle de la Rosa Dann was sentenced yesterday to five years in prison and ordered to pay $123,740.34 restitution for forced labor, unlawful use of documents in furtherance of forced labor, harboring an illegal alien for private financial gain, conspiracy to commit visa fraud and visa fraud, United States Attorney Joseph P. Russoniello announced.
In the first human trafficking trial in the Northern District of California, a federal jury convicted Dann on Oct. 8, 2009, after a week-long trial and a day and a half of deliberations. During the trial, evidence showed that Dann conspired with at least one other person to fraudulently obtain a visa for the victim and to smuggle the victim into the United States from Peru in July 2006. Over the course of approximately 21 months, Dann compelled the victim's labor, forcing her to cook, clean, and provide childcare in a small, one-bedroom apartment in Walnut Creek, Calif. Dann initially kept the victim working by falsely promising future payment. Eventually, Dann confiscated the victim's passport and identification, subjected the victim to humiliating and degrading conduct that led the victim to believe that she would be falsely accused of theft if she fled. At no point did Dann pay the victim for her work. Although Dann attempted to limit the victim's contact with others in the United States, the victim, who had never traveled outside of Peru and who could not speak English at the time, eventually escaped with the assistance of local residents and officials and parents at a local elementary school.
Dann, 46, formerly of Walnut Creek, a Peruvian native, was charged in a superseding indictment returned by a federal grand jury on February 4, 2009. She was tried and convicted of all five charges contained in that indictment.
"Today's sentence reminds all of us of the Thirteenth Amendment guarantee that we cannot be forced to work. Each of us, including those who enter the country illegally, owns our own labor," U.S. Attorney Russoniello said. "My office cannot and will not tolerate the exploitation and deprivation of freedoms, including basic work freedom, of anybody in this country. Anyone with information about others involved in similar despicable conduct is encouraged to contact the police."
"We hope this sentence provides closure and some consolation to the victim, but the unfortunate reality is, people who are trafficked are often haunted by the emotional and physical trauma of that experience for the rest of their lives," said Mark Wollman, special agent in charge of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Investigations in San Francisco. "That is why ICE is aggressively investigating these cases and striving to raise awareness about the issue. We want human trafficking victims to understand they have a voice and let them know that help is available if they come forward to report this crime."
Dann remains free on bond. The Court ordered her to self-surrender on June 30, 2010. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Claudia Wilken following a jury trial on five counts involving the commission of forced labor, 18 U.S.C. § 1589; conspiracy to commit visa fraud, 18 U.S.C. § 371; visa fraud, 18 U.S.C. § 1546(a); unlawful conduct regarding documents in furtherance of forced labor, 18 U.S.C. § 1592; and harboring an illegal alien for private financial gain count, 8 U.S.C. § 1324(a)(1)(A)(iii) and (B)(i). Judge Wilken also sentenced the defendant to a three-year period of supervised release following imprisonment and ordered $123,740.34 in restitution to the victim, consisting of $109,340.34 in back pay and $14,400 in future counseling costs, with $5,000 due within 90 days and re-direction of any child-support back payments from the defendant's ex-husband to the victim.
Anyone who suspects instances of human trafficking are encouraged to call the Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-3737-888. Anonymous calls are welcome.
This case is the result of an initial report by La Raza Centro Legal to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which conducted an international investigation of this case for over one and a half years. Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of State and the Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor assisted in the investigation.
Andrew S. Huang and Joshua Hill are the Assistant U.S. Attorneys who are prosecuted the case with the assistance of legal assistants Cynthia Daniel, Alfonso Martinez, Laurie Best, Kathleen Turner, and Jeanne Carstensen, paralegals Patty Lau and Noble Hughes, and victim witness coordinator Deb Kusber. The Criminal Section, Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice provided legal assistance.
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This isn't to scare, but point out one of the many things we like about traditional box-section clincher rims like this DT RR 465 rim. We might not race them anymore, but they're light, durable, and can take years of daily riding. And with a light rim, the wheel accelerates nicely. People sometimes think they build into heavy wheels, but the DT RR 1450 uses the 465 rim and builds up into a 640g front wheel. Pretty light.
The DT RR 465 rim comes in 32 hole. It's double eyeletted, meaning the eyelets incorporate both the inner and outer wall of the rim -- making it super strong and resistant to spoke-hole failure. The rim is 19.4mm wide and 20.4mm tall. The rim joint has Strength Boost Welding Technology (SBWT) which means that two small sleeves are pressed into the rim ends, the joint is welded, then the seam and sidewalls is CNC machined to create a perfectly uniform braking surface. There are wear indicators in the brake tracks; when they're gone, the rim is getting dangerously thin. The rim is anodized black.
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Everyone should have a set of 32 hole handbuilts. This DT rim has taken over as the "go to" rim over the Mavic Open Pro. It's reasonably light, quite tough, and has snazzy enough decals without being over the top. This is rock solid. If you're building up some handbuilts, your rim choice is easy.


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Genetically modified crops and food security
The cultivation of genetically modified cotton in India has improved the nutritional status of small peasant farmers significantly. The findings of a recent study by the University of Göttingen. The scientists studied seven years, regularly more than 500 households.
The results of this research confirm that the income gains through Bt cotton adoption among smallholder farm households in India have positive impacts on food security and dietary quality. GM crops are not a panacea for the problems of hunger and malnutrition. Complex problems require multi-pronged solutions. But the evidence suggests that GM crops can be an important component in a broader food security strategy. So far, food security impacts are still confined to only a few concrete examples. The nutritional benefits could further increase with more GM crops and traits becoming available in the future. Appropriate policy and regulatory frameworks are required to ensure that the needs of poor farmers and consumers are taken into account and that undesirable social consequences are avoided.
The press release is available, in German, here.
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I'm in the process of ordering new cranks, chain, BB, headset and front break for frame that was just painted. Paint looks HOT out in the sun. The bike's last previous life included life included fixed gear with 170mm cranks and 27" wheels that I'm keeping for at least a few months. I don't recall ever hitting the ground with these cranks, but I also never really rode it all that hard.
Is there a calculation or specific frame dimensions for deciding correct crank length?


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Prepare to learn about a different kind of construction company. We are dedicated exclusively to developing, engineering and building energy facilities. We have a large, experienced construction team that works seamlessly with our engineering staff during design and construction to meet each client's project objectives. We are proud to build clean energy.
We are looking for a Senior Solar Design Engineer - Civil Engineer who will play a key role in developing our engineering team's role in Canada's solar industry. This is a groundbreaking and exciting opportunity to join a company with over 30 years of experience building and maintaining strong client relationships.
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The Senior Solar Design Engineer researches, evaluates, develops and approves standards, practices and procedures. They perform design and engineering studies for highly complex systems, including solar PV projects. He or she is responsible for planning, directing and implementing advanced or complex improvement activities and initiatives. This person also researches, evaluates, develops and approves standards, practices and procedures.
Applies in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address unprecedented, technically complex problems and nonstandard situations
Interprets internal/external forces in the marketplace and recommends best practices for changes in standards and procedures
Anticipates business and regulatory issues and mitigates risks for the company through proactive and potential problem analysis.
Drives for continuous improvement in all processes by identifying, developing, and driving implementation of innovative solutions to complex engineering problems as well as methods for improving cost control and efficiency.
Leads cross functional teams on projects and in the development of engineering and design standards, guidelines and specifications. Design of solar sites and racking systems, post design and pile load testing, storm water management. Concrete foundation pad design a plus.
Coordinates with CADD technicians to produce construction drawings
Performs engineering studies and calculations of highly complex nature. Verifies and approves calculations for other engineers.
Provides mentoring to other engineers and technical personnel; develops training and certification programs in their area of expertise; sets a positive example of professionalism for lesser experienced engineers
All other duties as assigned
BS or MS in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering or education equivalent to a four year degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
Advanced technical degree or Professional Engineering License in Ontario is required, other provinces a plus.
A minimum of ten eight years technical and/or professional experience, including a minimum one year of solar PV design
Recognized as an expert internally and externally
Leadership ability
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) preferred
Knowledge of economic theory and application of business planning process as applied to budgeting, utility economics, project tracking, engineering programs development and implementation, etc.
Advanced knowledge of electrical, mechanical, civil and/or structural theory as well as wind and solar systems design, testing and construction practices.
Advanced level of knowledge pertaining to the operation, maintenance, testing, failure analysis and proper application of utility equipment such as large motors, switchgear, power transformers, breakers, protective relays, generators and exciters, steam systems, piping, boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, instrumentation, etc.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with consultants, contractors, vendors and generating station personnel to deliver goods and services in a timely and professional manner.
Must possess a valid drivers' license
Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment
Please submit your resume today for immediate consideration!
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Judicial Clerkship Advising
The CSO advises students and alumni on securing post-graduation clerkships with courts of every level. Because UDM Law's downtown Detroit location is within walking distance of, or, at most, a short drive to local, state and federal courthouses, the CSO also encourages and assists with students' efforts to obtain internships and externships with the judiciary throughout the academic year. Additionally, the CSO, in conjunction with the Faculty Judicial Clerkship Committee, sponsors an annual Judicial Law Clerk Panel, featuring alumni who are former clerks.
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Nintendo, which recently lost a $21 million patent case to Anascape, is currently litigating another federal patent lawsuit filed by an Illinois man.
In his complaint, John R. Martin alleges that he patented touch screen and pointing device gaming technology in August, 2005. The original Nintendo DS launched in November, 2004 in the United States. Martin's patent application describes his creation as:
An electronic game device system [which] is switchable between an amusement mode and a gaming or gambling mode and is useful for vehicles such as airplanes or boats which move geographically from jurisdictions where gambling is legal to jurisdictions where it is not…
An improved method of operating a touch screen on a CRT or ICD computer screen uses finger release as input registering… Mounting arrangements for mounting computer screens or monitors are also disclosed…
The drawing at left, from Martin's patent application, illustrates how he envisioned a user interacting with his device. While Martin does not specifically refer to the DS, the form of input he decribes seems to fit the DS as opposed to the Wii's motion-sensitive input.
In its response, Nintendo has denied infringing upon Martin's patent, of which it says it was notified in November, 2007.
Martin has a similar suit in the works against Apple, presumably over the iPod's touch-sensitive scroll wheel.
GamePolitics has a lodged a request with both Nintendo and the plaintiff's attorneys for additional information.


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Water usage during June far exceeded the target goal.
By Jan RahnManaging Editor Water conservation has become an important topic with municipalities and farmers during this hot, dry spring/summer season. City of Grant officials are asking that residents do their part in conserving water by cutting back on daily use —faucets, showers, laundry, yards, etc. One of the city's wells is running non-stop, said City Superintendent Tyson McGreer. The city is keeping a close eye on another well which is not pumping up to standard. Citizens are urged to adhere to their assigned watering day schedule or be subject to fines or possible discontinuance of water service. A rain of nearly one inch on July 4 and a second rain on July 7, which some said was close to two inches, provided some much needed temporary relief, however, the total for the year remains several inches lower than average. Water usage for the month of June far exceeded the target goal. Residents consumed 34,420,000 gallons of water—the target goal for last month was 21 million. In a one-year comparison, nearly 14 million more gallons were consumed in June 2012 than during June 2011. City officials prefer that residents voluntarily refrain from excessive water use in and around the home, as well as from overwatering their lawns so that restrictions don't have to be put in place. If and when it rains, people should turn off their sprinklers in an effort to help. Lawns may be watered only twice per week. For residents who do not have automatic sprinklers, watering on Sunday is allowed ONLY if one of the regular watering days is missed. According to city ordinance, under no circumstance may lawns be watered more than twice a week. The watering map/schedule appears on Page Three.


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Assume I have a Queue with a DLQ, no redelivery. (Runtime) Exceptions during the processing of a message (in an MDB) cause the message to be sent to the DLQ, so I can decide how to deal with it. So far so good.
But I think in many situations it would be nice to know WHY the message was not processed properly, in other words what was the exception in the MDB?
I think from the technical point of view it should be fairly easy to attach the exception (or at least its stack trace as a string) to the message sent to the DLQ e.g. in a JMS property.
So far I was not able to find out if/how it is possible in JBoss (any version), or in any other JMS implementations/app servers.
Anyone knowing if this, or something similar is possible? Or why it is not possible?


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NewsOK Blogs / Religion and Values Blog
More prayer services planned tonight
Several more metro churches have shared their plans to host special prayer services tonight.
Here's the pertinent information:
"Service of Prayer and Remembrance," 7 p.m. tonight, First United Methodist Church of Oklahoma City, 131 NW 4. An offering will be taken up to aid tornado relief efforts.
Wednesday Night Prayers, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. tonight, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 325 First Street, Edmond.
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Howdy. I'm sort of beating my head off of an issue here, and I'd kind of appreciate some feedback.
We're going to be migrating roughly 500 accounts from an old server running @Mail (built on Exim) to Zimbra, probably 10 accounts at a time as various regional offices make the switch. The obvious downside is that both servers have to be working throughout the entire migration process.
Zimbra is currently configured to be email.ourdomain.com. The original box is mail.ourdomain.com, and self-identifies as ourdomain.com.
Our gateway MTA (Mailgate, for simplicity) is running Postfix, with virtual_alias_maps and relay_recipients configured to forward all valid accounts to @Mail, which in turn forwards the few beta test users' mail to Zimbra. Obviously this solution doesn't scale for 500 users!
I'm looking for any ideas anyone may have had / seen done for this sort of scenario. Some users will ultimately be remaining on @Mail after the migration is complete (automated accounts that don't need collaboration features, will ultimately be rolled over into a Courier instance), so any final solution will need to take this into account as well.
My apologies if I've left out anything important; please let me know if there's anything I can add to make this more clear.
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Home > Cancer Care Done Differently > Alcester couple experience the support of Avera – times two
An Alcester, S.D., couple not only share similar names and a history of 42 years together. They share the life-changing experience of cancer.
Bobette Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. "I had been watching a lump under my arm," she said. The lump did not appear on mammograms or ultrasound. "But finally I had a biopsy and there it was." Bobette underwent eight rounds of chemotherapy, bilateral mastectomy and then radiation. Today, she's a seven-year cancer survivor.
Robert Anderson, who goes by Bob, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2010 after seeking medical care for severe back pain. He had intensive chemotherapy coupled with a bone marrow transplant, which effectively put the disease in remission.
Two cancer diagnoses within three years would be difficult for any family. Yet the Andersons said their journey was made easier by the support of Avera, as well as their family and friends. They have two daughters and four grandchildren.
"Words can't begin to describe how you feel - it's like being wrapped in this big blanket of caring. There's love all around you." - Bob Anderson
When Bob was in the hospital for his transplant, he asked if a chaplain could stop by every day. "I really looked forward to it. One day, the chaplain could not come, and I asked one of the nurses about it," Bob related. That same nurse came in just a short time later and read some Bible verses and prayed with Bob. "It was wonderful. I thought, wow, this is a special place."
Bob also remembers a morning during his hospital say when a lady came by his room to ask if he'd like a newspaper. "She was so concerned about how things were going. I asked who that was, and the nurse told me it was Sr. Mary Thomas, the Senior Vice President of Mission. I thought that she must have had more important things to do than bring me a newspaper, but I spent five minutes with her and felt so much better. It's just that personal touch."
When his hair started falling out, the nurses offered to shave his head, and even had a little fun with it. "They did a mohawk right away. It was fun and lighthearted, and it made me feel like family," Bob said.
The Prairie Center itself is a place of serenity and hope, Bob says. "I had the feeling the first time I went there that this is the place we're supposed to be. I'm always just astounded at the attitude everyone has."
Bobette's care was centered in the former Avera Cancer Institute, before the Prairie Center was completed in 2010. Yet even then, Avera cared for the whole person, body, mind and spirit.
"When I was in the hospital, chaplains came in daily and visited and prayed with me, and that was a comfort, too." - Bobette Anderson
"The nurses acted as if they truly cared. They were friendly, happy, positive people. When I was in the hospital, chaplains came in daily and visited and prayed with me, and that was a comfort, too," Bobette said.
Because of his wife's positive experience with cancer care, Bob says he was less fearful at his diagnosis. "I was actually glad to find out what it was, because I was so miserable with my back pain. When Dr. Kelly (McCaul) came in to talk to me about my diagnosis, I said, OK, let's get started. I had all the confidence in the world." In fact, Bob started chemotherapy at 9 p.m. the very same day he was diagnosed. He was also fitted with a back brace that helped him get on the road toward healing.
"We both just had the feeling that we were in great hands," Bob said.
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Students are challenged to prepare a report and public information display to explain how advancing and retreating glaciers would affect their community.
Students Will...
- Understand how and why the cryosphere is a part of Earth systems.
- Participate in scientific inquiry and construct logical conclusions based on evidence.
- Recognize the global impacts of the advancing or retreating of glaciers.
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The Fifth Annual Barktoberfest Benefit for homeless pets of Oakdale and Riverbank is on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
At their Wednesday, Sept. 25 arraignment in Stanislaus County Superior Court, Brandon Scott Pettit, 25, and Felix Valverde, 26, pleaded not guilty to murder and arson charges in the deaths of Pettit's parents, Scott and Janet Pettit of Modesto.
Caltrans and the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) will recognize significant milestones on State Route 12 (SR-12) including: completion of the $20.5 million smart corridor and operational improvements project from just east of Interstate 5 to the Rio Vista Bridge; the kick-off for the $46.7 million Bouldin Island Rehabilitation Project; and the ceremonial unveiling of a sign designating a portion of SR-12 as the Dana Cowell Memorial highway. The celebration is planned for this Friday, Sept. 27 starting at 11 a.m. at the Tower Park Marina in Lodi.
With growth to Oakdale come traffic issues; the following series takes a look at traffic concerns to the city as it population has nearly doubled in population from 20 years ago.
The agriculture industry is a huge part of the Central Valley economy and most of the residents in this area know when summer is coming to an end due to the machines rumbling along the rows in an orchard and stirring up (more than) a little dust. Late August is the beginning of harvest for many of the nut growers that have trees that produce almonds and walnuts, with several weeks typically spent getting the crop in.
After a two-week long investigation, Oakdale Police arrested a Cloverland Elementary School substitute teacher for lewd acts with a child and child molestation.
Stockton's HIREvent will feature a wide variety of job opportunities from both public and private-sector organizations, plus free expert help with résumés. Get ready for some job hunting on Tuesday, with the event taking place at the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel, 110 W. Fremont St., Stockton.
A special program on 'Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics" will be presented through the Alzheimer's Association on Monday, Sept. 23.
What is in a name?
Modesto Junior College has scheduled an emergency response exercise for staff this Friday, Sept. 20, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Ave. The event will not disrupt classes or campus operations.
Oakdale City Council members breezed through a concise agenda in an hour-long meeting on Monday night, Sept. 16.
It's called the "Symbiosis Gathering" and for the Oakdale area, the name couldn't be more fitting. By definition, symbiosis is described as a merging together of two dissimilar organisms for a mutually beneficial relationship. Such beneficial merging is at the heart of this special gathering, as we see brought together, a small cowboy town and an explosion of art and culture from all over the world.
U.S. Representative Jeff Denham will hold a United States Military Academy Information Night on Monday, Sept. 23 in Modesto. The event will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Joseph A. Gregori High School and will provide extensive information about the various U.S. military academies. It will also provide information on how students can be nominated to attend the academies.
When you see a commercial truck on the roadway, whether it is a large, 18-wheeler or two-axle delivery truck, take comfort in the fact that the drivers seated at the wheel are some of the safest and most highly trained drivers on the road. In honor of these professional men and women, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) joins the trucking industry in observing National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sunday, Sept. 15 through Saturday, Sept. 21.
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Caltrans maintenance crews are busy clearing highways, cutting through steep and narrow mountain passes, including the Sonora pass in Tuolumne County, and the Ebbetts and ...
The Oakdale Rescue Mission is planning its inaugural Burgerfest Fundraiser event, set for Saturday, May 14 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with ...
Columbia State Historic Park will present "Diggins Tent Town 1852" – its annual living history event this coming May 19 through May 22. Sponsored by Friends ...
Classics will soon be cruising in to the area, with trips to Oakdale and Knights Ferry, as part of the Western Gaslight one- and two-cylinder ...
National Police Week, May 15-21 in 2016, is a time to remember and honor those in law enforcement who made the ultimate sacrifice throughout the ...
In a swift Oakdale City Council meeting on Monday, May 2, that saw only three of the council members on the dais, Michael Renfrow, who ...
Janet Hamby has had quite a year … and it's only May.
A little taste of Colonial Williamsburg made a stop at Sierra View Elementary School this past week as approximately 100 fifth graders participated in Revolutionary ...
Guest Day - 1 BB, 2 BB, 3BB of 4Some
Last week I mentioned that I was going to be fishing for bass with a childhood friend. It's been at least six months since ...
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Consumer Reports: Volumetrics Is the Best Diet Plan; Best Life Diet Is Top Book
May 7, 2007 -- Volumetrics is the best carefully researched diet plan, and The Best Life Diet is the best diet book, Consumer Reports says.
Volumetrics is based on the research of Penn State nutritional science professor Barbara Rolls, PhD. The Volumetrics diet stresses eating foods with low "energy density" -- that is, foods with relatively few calories per portion. Such foods include fruits, salads, and soups.
The Best Life Diet, by personal trainer and exercise physiologist Bob Greene, stresses exercise and gives personalized advice, including recipes and a recommended eating schedule.
To rate the diet plans, Consumer Reports Senior Project Editor Nancy Metcalf and colleagues reviewed diet studies published in major medical journals. After Volumetrics, Metcalf's team ranked Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, and Slim-Fast "very close together."
The report gave middling ratings to eDiets and to Barry Sear's The Zone Diet. Bringing up the rear were Dean Ornish's Ornish Diet and, in last place, the Atkin's Diet.
To rate the diet books -- newer diets that, according to Consumer Reports, "have not been put to the acid test of a large clinical trial" -- the CR staff applied their own criteria and also got input from a panel of nutritional experts.
After The Best Life Diet, CR ranked three books as "very close to one another:" Eat, Drink, & Weigh Less by Mollie Katzen and Walter Willett, MD; You On a Diet, by Michael F. Roizen, MD, and Mehmet C. Oz, MD; and The Abs Diet by David Zinczenko with Ted Spiker.
Ranked last among the diet books -- behind The South Beach Diet by Arthur Agatston, MD; and The Sonoma Diet by Connie Guttersen, PhD, RD -- was Ultra-Metabolism by Mark Hyman, MD.
The ratings appear in the June issue of Consumer Reports.
Diet Authors Respond
"We set up criteria that make sense to us, and let the chips fall where they may -- hopefully not chocolate chips," Metcalf tells WebMD. "The things that go into the rating are the nutritional analysis -- we analyze a week's worth of menus straight off the book or web site -- and we also rate them according to how well they conform to the 2005 U.S. dietary guidelines, which we think is a good consensus on a healthy diet."


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BOWIE, Md. (WUSA) -- "I didn't mean to do it," murder suspect Alexis Simpson said, right after she plunged a sharp object into Dominique Frazier, according to charging documents.
The whole argument began when Frazier, 18, of Washington, was playing music in the common area of her dorm suite at Bowie State University Thursday evening, charging documents stated.
Simpson walked into the bathroom and turned down the music. When Frazier asked Simpson to turn the music back on, she simply said "no," then an argument ensued among the roommates in the suite.
Frazier and another roommate pushed Simpson into her bedroom and shut the door on her. When Simpson got out of the bedroom, she was holding what looked like a knife, according to charging documents.
Simpson started swinging the sharp object toward Frazier, and that's when Frazier grabbed her neck and the blood started flying, according to the charging documents.
"I didn't mean to do it, you all know what I've been through and you all jumped me," Simpson said according to the charging documents.
Frazier staggered into the hallway and fell to the floor, where she remained until emergency crews arrived. She was taken to the hospital, where she was later pronounced dead from the stab wound.
Simpson is in jail, being charged with murder.