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GT: Congress currently has telecommunications reform bills in conference committee. What are some of your concerns with regard to consumer protection as the bills move closer to law? Nader: One is access, one is price and the third is the ability to form our own networks. We're confronting the opposite trends now in Congress, which is obliterating the barrier between the conduit and content. Here's a bill that is supposed to create competition but ends up promoting monopoly power where telephone companies can buy cable and vice versa. Plus they can buy wireless, and the bill endorses closed networks like existing cable systems. This centralizes more power in a weaker Federal Communications Commission, which is still over the state and local regulators. It eliminates the diversity of enforcement strategies that states have been involved in, and the FCC is not willing or capable of doing any regulation. If you had the principles of consumer protection you'd have competition, and a barrier between companies owning both. Which of course is what the Disney and ABC, TCI and Turner mergers are about. That's what happens when you have a cable company with an economic interest in programs, an investment program. You have to protect competition in carrier markets. Likewise, give states more authority to protect consumers so that Americans are not required to put all their eggs in one weak FCC basket. GT: What do you think about the authority being given to state and local government by Congress for consumer protection? Nader: You have the ultimate political hypocrisy for the Republican right wingers in Congress who talk about state rights and devolving powers, which Gingrich has said repeatedly. They are doing just the opposite in this area. They're moving toward preemption, concentrating, stripping the state and local authorities of any power over these industries. The locals should organize on this. GT: Regarding local cable franchising and public access channels - you advocate some changes in the way public access channels are run. Would you explain? Nader: We should have a diverse pattern in licensing. For example, there should be licenses not just to existing TV and radio stations, but to cooperative models of audience networks where people would program their own part of the spectrum time - one hour prime time a night, with dues-paying members to support studios, reporters and producers. What we should get is an audience network with one hour prime time [that] reverts back to a congressionally chartered organization. It can be called the Audience Network, open to anybody who wants to join it, with five-dollar minimum dues a year. They elect the council directors, regional councils, and hire the staff and set up the studios so that there is very intelligent, non-Nielsen, non-advertising agency-determined programming. People become more electronically literate, there's a decentralization in people's ability to put programs on, develop programs, develop good facilities. That's reciprocity. What is the reciprocity for the cable license? Nothing. You could say one reciprocity is going to be a requirement that five times a day on each cable channel, there is a notice inviting cable viewers to join their own statewide cable viewer's organization with full time staff to deal with complaints, rates, programs, etc. There are certain reciprocities now in terms of public access studios, but they're very, very modest. We're heading toward 500 cable channels and we have no student channel, labor channel, college student channel, consumer channel, citizen action channel. We should have all these channels instead of 1,500 different home shopping and movie rerun channels. We should have these channels to enrich our democratic society. People could turn to the consumer channel because on a certain day every week they tell me what buying groups I can join in order to get a better bargaining power. Or I have a real problem in our community, so I'll turn on the citizen's action


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The changing of the seasons presents the landscape photographer with nature's most dramatic sights, as well as many of the genre's most rewarding photographic challenges.
Chris Gatcum uses the work of the field's most exciting contemporary photographers to illustrate this lavishly-presented four-volume set, and the result is a unique package that combines practicality with inspirational gift appeal. A magnetic closure on the outer case holds four individual seasonal volumes securely in place: each is packed with inspirational images and practical tips, and the hardback pocketbook format means that they are an easy addition to the camera bag.
Published: Oct, 2011
Neatly wrapped in an exterior case, Landscape Photography: The Four Seasons, comprises four individual books, each depicting one of the four seasons. The books can be read in the case or be taken out by simply sliding away the back cover. Renowned photography author Chris Gatcum has delivered a stunning finish on this set and the design and layout is certainly innovative. < a href="http://www.dphotographer.co.uk/"> Digital Photographer
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The Washington-based runner prevailed at the USATF Club Championships.
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The World's Team
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Hi guys. I bought a 2010 Trek FX 7.3 from Craigslist. All of the brake and shifting cables/wires have rust on them, so I want to replace them. I think replacing the brake cables will be easy, but I'm worried about replacing the shifting cables.
It looks like the cable is attached inside of the shifters. I'm a complete bike rookie, so I'm afraid that if I open it up, it may be complex, and I might not be able to put it together again. So is there any way to replace a shifting cable without opening up the shifter?
And if not, how would I go about opening and replacing the cable? My shifter is the Shimano EF60, 8-speed trigger. Thanks.


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In these tough times of little humor except the UNI win, I post a hot stock market tip that is being passed around on the net:
Company going public. (SPI) Somali Pirates Inc. They are well run, brilliantly organized, and virtually dominate their sector.
Mission Statement:
---Low overhead and global reach to maximize shareholder profit at any cost---.
High Seas Head of Operations, Tajek Z. Vaswella said in a statement. "Somali Pirates Inc are pleased to announce the recent purchase of Merrill Lynch & Co Inc from BOA. The former Merrill Lynch & Co Inc New York headquarters will serve as our new land based financial clearing house, and we expect to begin contacting staff who were recently laid off, or downsized due to BOA acquisition. Somali Pirates Inc knows these are difficult times and will assure generous sign on bonuses be awarded to lure the top talent back to the firm. We believe in a free enterprise system which rewards hard work, tenacity, and a cunning mind, and we run our business model accordingly. "
We offer generous rewards for those who stand out in their field. At Somali Pirates Inc, -Taking Risks- is what we're all about. The more adventurous risk takers, who join the team are offered the chance to write their own destiny and experience life on the high seas like they have never known it. Most of our ocean fleet management team, are type A personalities and flock to life on the cutting edge. Those less adventurous can remain land based within system services, or our recently purchased New York office, as well as one of our many lending facilities that are scheduled to open soon. The choice is yours".
Let Prohm's Posse Ride: Hallice, Brady, Stu, Lard, Naz, Deonte, Monte, Matt, Simeon, Jordan, and Babb.
I'll try....
Why did the chicken cross the road...
I present to you:
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Kansas wears Adidas.
Ok try this one. Payback to Mack Brown,
Someone hired a plane to fly over UT campus yesterday pulling banner that said "Hey Mack, quit whining, U knew the rules."
Attacks on Mack Brown take to the air | KXAN.com
How's this little gem from some paper.
Dressed up for Wal-Mart - The Weird Picture Archive
Originally Posted by Cyclones_R_GR8
How's this little gem from some paper.
Dressed up for Wal-Mart - The Weird Picture Archive
Ha ha thats pretty good. The Dollar Palace sounds like a strip club though.
Originally Posted by CyAggie
Ok try this one. Payback to Mack Brown,
Someone hired a plane to fly over UT campus yesterday pulling banner that said "Hey Mack, quit whining, U knew the rules."
Attacks on Mack Brown take to the air | KXAN.com
That's hilarious, and the rest of the NFC East needs to pitch in and make one for McNabb
Originally Posted by Cyclones_R_GR8
How's this little gem from some paper.
Dressed up for Wal-Mart - The Weird Picture Archive
Good thing I wore a suit when i went to Wal-mart the other week... I wouldn't want to hurt the reputation that dressing up is required to go there
Oh we will fight, fight, fight for Iowa State,
and may her colors ever fly!!!
In Accordance with Prophecy
As for the topic of the thread... no I can't
I was in training this morning that wasn't terribly relevant to my current position, and I got to end it by listening to a rather high ranking person talk **** about my organization (Program managers vs Engineers... woo hoo )
Originally Posted by Flag Guy
Good thing I wore a suit when i went to Wal-mart the other week... I wouldn't want to hurt the reputation that dressing up is required to go there
Next thing you know there'll be a guy out front with a velvet rope determining who gets in.
This is the best one I have today.
Upon arriving home, a husband was met at the door by his sobbing wife. Tearfully she explained, "It's the druggist. He insulted me terribly this morning on the phone. I had to call multiple times before he would even answer the phone."
Immediately, the husband drove downtown to confront the druggist and demand an apology.
Before he could say more than a word or two, the druggist told him,
"Now, just a minute, listen to my side of it. This morning the alarm failed to go off, so I was late getting up. I went without breakfast and hurried out to the car, just to realize that I'd locked the house with both house and car keys inside and had to break a window to get my keys.
"Then, driving a little too fast, I got a speeding ticket. Later, when I was about three blocks from the store, I had a flat tire."
"When I finally got to the store a bunch of people were waiting for me to open up. I got the store opened and started waiting on these people, all the time the darn phone was ringing off the hook."
He continued, "Then I had to break a roll of nickels against the cash
register drawer to make change, and they spilled all over the floor.
I had to get down on my hands and knees to pick up the nickels and
the phone was still ringing. When I came up I cracked my head on the
open cash drawer, which made me stagger back against a showcase
with a bunch of perfume bottles on it. Half of them hit the
floor and broke."
"Meanwhile, the phone is still ringing with no let up, and I finally got
back to answer it. It was your wife. She wanted to know how to use a
Rectal thermometer.
And believe me mister, as God is
my witness, all I did was tell herwhere to stick it.
"I believe the state color for Alabama should be primer," Larry the Cable Guy.
This is older, but was just sent to me (hadn't seen it)--evolution according to South Park:
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGVAq4pOzC8"]YouTube - Human evolution according to South Park[/ame]
If you want to see who is really your friend, put your wife and your dog in
the trunk of your car for one hour. Open it and see who is glad to see you.
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Red Raider Tennis Faces Nebraska In Los Angeles
Felipe Soares and the Red Raiders take on Nebraska on Saturday at the Los Angeles Tennis Center.
January 24, 2014
LOS ANGELES -Saturday marks just the second match of the year for Texas Tech, but for head coach Tim Siegel it could be a milestone.
The No. 53 Red Raiders begin play in the 2014 ITA Kickoff Weekend at the Los Angeles Tennis Center on Saturday at 11 a.m. CT when they face No. 60 Nebraska. The winner will advance to face No. 2 UCLA or No. 66 Wisconsin. The two losing schools will meet in a consolation match at Noon CT on Sunday, while the winners will meet for the spot in the National Team Indoor Championships at 3 p.m. CT.
If Texas Tech can upend Nebraska, it would be win No. 300 for Siegel. In his 22nd season, Siegel is 299-224. His teams have been ranked in the ITA Top 75 for 21 straight seasons. He has led the Red Raiders to 12 NCAA Championships during his tenure.
The Red Raiders are 16-3 all-time against Nebraska, but the two have not met since Nebraska left the Big 12 Conference for the Big Ten Conference.
Leading the way for the Red Raiders are nationally-ranked Felipe Soares and Hugo Dojas. Soares is ranked No. 101, while Dojas is ranked No. 65. Soares is 9-2 on the season and is anchoring the No. 1 position for the Red Raiders, while Dojas is 7-4 and has solidified the No. 2 position.
Freshmen Maxime Hinnisdaels (5-4) and Johann Willems (0-1) should hold down the middle of the lineup at No. 3 and No. 4 respectively.
Junior Francisco Zambon (6-3) and freshman Jolan Cailleau (7-2) are holding down the No. 5 and No. 6 positions.
In doubles, Dojas and Hinnisdaels have created a solid chemistry that has led the tandem to a 10-2 mark this season. The duo has taken over the top spot in the lineup, while Soares and WIllems (0-1) will hold down the second spot. Zambon and sophomore Carlos DiLaura are 4-2 and fill the No. 3 spot.


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"I heard a little bang," said Adam Brown.
A fire. It started with trash in a back alley in Adam's neighborhood.
The fire on the 600 block of South 14th Avenue was the most recent in a string of suspicious fires.
"They're all arson. We've ruled out an accidental cause," said Yakima Fire Department Capt. Tom Schneider. "Someone had to purposefully set these fires."
All three fires have occurred in the last week, all in a five-block radius, south of Tieton Drive between the 600 and 900 blocks. They all happened in the early afternoon.
Luckily, the fires were all put out quickly. There was no major damage, and no one got hurt. But, neighbors are still worried.
"My thoughts went out to the rest of the families that do have children and more people to protect than myself, so that was a little bit concerning," said Adam.
Adam says he and his dogs will keep a closer eye out.
Fire investigators aren't naming any suspects. It's still a wide net.
"We haven't ruled out anybody," said Schneider. "So, is it a student, is it a juvenile, is it a child, is it an adult, is it a male or female? We don't know."
But they do know the three fires are related. All were started with garbage in an alleyway that eventually caught on to backyard garages.
Adam has his own suspicions.
"Somebody that probably doesn't take into too much account other people's property or safety."
For now, the fire department hopes you'll remove garbage that could be used as fuel for the next fire.
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Guest blog post by Thomas Guevara, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development and a native of Indiana
As auto communities across the country work to strengthen and redefine their economies, the Obama administration is making good on the President's commitment to invest in American innovation and advanced manufacturing to spur growth.
In my home state of Indiana, the city of Anderson, located about 25 miles northeast of Indianapolis, was once home to one of the greatest concentrations (after Flint, Michigan) of General Motors facilities in the United States. Today, not a single one of those plants is in operation.
While this is a significant challenge, there is also opportunity. That was the focus of the Auto Community Revitalization Roundtable at the Flagship Enterprise Center that I recently attended in Anderson: to hear from communities affected by the loss of manufacturing jobs, offer practical tools, share available resources, and explore solutions for auto communities in Indiana that are on the road to revitalization. The forum was organized by the Manufacturing Alliance of Communities, the Obama administration's Office of Recovery for Auto Communities and Workers, and the RACER Trust, which was established to clean up and redevelop closed General Motors sites.
The road to revitalization requires a change of mindset. Rather than think of the abandoned facilities and their accompanying infrastructure as a disadvantage, cities such as Anderson are finding ways to repurpose these assets for future economic growth. The built industrial environment—including manufacturing plants, warehouses, road and rail links, etc.—can be refashioned and reused to suit the needs of newer, growing industries to replace the industries that departed. These industries are not the traditional manufacturers that employed our parents, but rather are modern advanced manufacturing sites that are leading the way in global competitiveness and attracting foreign direct investment.
And the federal government is a strong partner in this important effort. After significant investment by President Obama to help restructure this sector, the economies of auto communities are showing signs of recovery. Across the administration, federal agencies are working with impacted regions to accelerate growth. At the U.S. Commerce Department, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) invested $2.7 million in the Flagship Enterprise Center in Anderson three years ago to build a business accelerator to attract businesses, help emerging companies become viable, and create new jobs. It is a public-private partnership project that includes on-site support from Anderson University and Purdue University to accelerate the commercialization of innovative technology to create the jobs of tomorrow. In 2010, under its Community Trade Adjustment Assistance program, EDA awarded $1.5 million to the City of Anderson for infrastructure improvements in order to redevelop the former General Motors site. This project is expected to create 250 new jobs.
Beyond Indiana, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, last month, EDA's Performance and National Programs Director Bryan Borlik joined Executive Director of the Office of Recovery for Auto Communities and Workers Jay Williams to discuss how the private and public sectors can collaborate to boost economic development during a panel discussion organized by the RACER Trust at the Willow Run manufacturing plant formerly owned by General Motors.
And recently, EDA awarded funds to the University of Michigan to begin a pilot project that will use the power of the Internet to identify and market and match manufacturing sites across Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, where excess capacity can be repurposed for companies looking to expand or invest in the United States.
The American auto industry has a way yet to go, but the progress that has been made over the last three years is a bright spot on the road to recovery and will help create an economy built to last.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A federal appeals court has restored components of a New York City law requiring crisis pregnancy centers to disclose whether or not a licensed medical provider is working at the facility.
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday said a lower-court judge went too far when he rejected the new law in its entirety. The appeals panel said it concluded that the law was not impermissibly vague.
It said the city could force pregnancy centers to disclose whether they have a licensed medical provider on staff. But it said other aspects of the law were likely unconstitutional. The law was passed in March 2011. City officials said it protected consumers and demanded truth in advertising. Opponents said it violated free speech rights and was motivated by politics.


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A Group Rate of $209 is available until September 30 at the Lowes Vanderbilt Hotel, Nashville, TN 37203.
Please book lodging online or contact the hotel directly 1-800-235-6397 to make a reservation, stating that you are a registrant for the Ryan Associates 27th Annual Conference. Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel arrangements and payment.
October 20, 2013 - 8:00 – 4:30pm
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Inquire about a discount for multiple attendees from same organization. Registration fee includes course materials and refreshment breaks. A certificate of completion will be awarded when attendance requirements are met. Certificate holders will be prepared to sit for the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) certification examination. Written cancellation notification must be received no later than September 30, 2013 in order to qualify for a refund, less $75.00 administrative fee.
This certificate course meets the core curriculum requirements for medical examiner training, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Upon satisfactory completion of this program those eligible to serve as examiners will be prepared to sit for the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) certification examination. Content will follow the core curriculum with a focus on body systems. It will address the medical examiner's responsibility to teach or inform the driver about medications and the impact the medications may have on the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. It will address the use of the process in performing the examinations and coaching techniques to better engage CMV drivers in safe highway practices. Case studies will help you address exceptions and sample questions aid in planning for the certification exam.
Explain performing and documenting the medical history and examination, including additional diagnostic tests. Describe FMCSA reporting and documentation requirements. Define ways of educating, informing, coaching and referring drivers about prescription and over –the-counter medications, non-disqualifying conditions that may need care, safe driving…and other areas.
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MORTUARY ASSISTANT (2 POSTS) at UgandaRecruit
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Candidates to fill the vacant posts tenable at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), China Uganda Friendship Hospital- Naguru (CUFH-Naguru) and Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital. Applications should be filled in triplicate o n P S F orm 3 ( Revised 2 008) and submitted to the Secretary, Health Service Commission at Plot No.1 Pilkington Road, Workers House, 3rd Floor (Northern Wing) or through P.O. Box 7452, Kampala; to be received not later than Friday, 10th January 2014. All services of the Commission are free. Candidates who responded to the previous Advert in respect of the Oversight Jobs under KCCA which appeared in the New Vision news paper of 20 May 2013 and are still interested in any of the Posts must apply afresh. The Forms can be obtained from the Health Service Commission Offices, Ministry of Health Headquarters, KCCA Headquarters, Mulago National Referral Hospital, Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital, Regional Referral Hospitals and offices of the ChiefAdministrative Officers. The form and advert can also be downloaded from the Commissions' website; www.hsc.go.ug. Applicants should strictly adhere to the following requirements to avoid disqualification: 1. Complete all parts of the application form (PSF 3, Revised 2008) and submit three (3) copies for each post in case more than one job is applied for. 2. On each application form the following must be attached: a) Recent and original passport size photograph. b) Copies of the academic and professional certificates. c) Copies of letters of appointment, plus confirmation letters as it may apply. d) Copies of Registration Certificates and valid Practicing Licenses for Health Workers who are required by law to register with the relevant Professional Councils. 3. It is emphasized that i All applications should bear the name of the Institution, title of the post and its reference number. ii Applicants must state clearly on the application forms their contact addresses and telephone numbers. iii Applicants who are Serving Officers must route their applications through their Heads of Department, who should be informed of the closing date to avoid delay. Head of Department refers to the Head of the respective Institution of the Applicant. iv Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. v Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring their original certificates unlaminated at the interview. Candidates who will present forged certificates are to be handed over to the Police for appropriate action. vi. Health Workers who are undergoing long term training must not apply KAMPALA CAPITAL CITY AUTHORITY (KCCA) RE-ADVERTIZED Reference: HRM 72/173/07/KCC Salary Scale: Uganda Government Scale-KCCA 8 Reports to: Division Medical Officer Job purpose: To store human remains and prepare them for post mortem and ensure proper management of the Unit. Duties and Responsibilities: • Ensuring proper record keeping of incoming and outgoing human remains. • Participating in post mortem. • Ensuring safe disposal of Mortuary waste. • Participating in planning and budgeting for the Mortuary unit. • Managing and accounting for allocated resources. • Preserving specimens for study. • Requisitioning for necessary supplies. • Ensuring that equipment other supplies are secure and well maintained. • Ensuring cleaning, disinfecting and regular fumigation of the mortuary. • Adhering to the Code of Conduct and Ethics. • Preventing occupational hazards. • Compiling periodic reports to Laboratory Technician.
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It was a predictably hectic - and hilarious - April Fools Day.
There were some classics - the funny TOWIE spin-off and Wolverhampton Station getting an X-rated makeover two of our faves.
We thought our Manchester United and One Direction stories were pretty good too, even if we do say so ourselves.
There were videos galore, while the minxes in the national press also got in on the act too.
If you missed any of it check out our full and comprehensive recap below.
It's April Fools Day so people are on their guard, not believing many things they are told or carrying out pranks on their friends.
We've got a couple of false stories on our website - but did you manage to spot them?
Maybe you weren't altogether taken in about the story that a pair of lambs had been born with six legs to help cut down the cost of meat.
Or did you fall for the one about Kim Jong-un banning One Direction from North Korea because they refused to have their hair cut like his.
Follow our live blog for updates on some of the best (and probably worst) April Fools stories from today.
We've got the Gherkin, now how about the gherkin sandwich?
Warburtons has announced plans to build to buildings next to one of London's iconic buildings shaped like slices of bread.
They've even produced this graphic to show us the new skyline.
The Sun announced that the Queen has allowed fracking to take place in her back garden.
Complete with a mock-up of a drill in the grounds of Buckingham Palace, the piece says Her Majesty has given approval to the practice.
It even goes on to say that she will get one per cent of profits if shale is discovered.
And finally... My favourite April Fools story in the Sun... "Frackingham Palace" - Queen drills for gas pic.twitter.com/fwzlCBqMj4— Sophy Ridge (@SophyRidgeSky) April 1, 2014
Alex Salmond's head is to replace the Queen's in an independent Scotland, the Daily Telegraph reports.
According to the paper the plan would be introduced on April 1, 2015.
It added that the coins would come into circulation "within months" of a yes vote for independence.
Alex Salmond could be on the pound coin if Scotland votes for independence http://t.co/QZDIZazvvf pic.twitter.com/1LYUcw31n5— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) April 1, 2014
There seems to be a theme for Scottish independence.
The Guardian online reports that drivers north of the border would switch to driving on the right.
It also says that motorways will become S roads rather than M roads - the S being for scotland - and A roads will become N roads - for Nationalist.
Specsavers suggest that Mona Lisa was the first person in the world to wear contact lenses.
It cites evidence from Vinciologist Arvo Heft who said that Leonardo da Vinci made them for the subject.
He is quoted as saying: "You can hardly tell she's wearing them."
This amazing discovery suggests the Mona Lisa was the world's first contact lens wearer: http://t.co/DKZ2n09ZFX pic.twitter.com/H0irdK31Ve— Specsavers (@Specsavers) April 1, 2014
Google's April Fool story takes the photobombing craze to a new level.
The search engine says it has launched the Google+ Auto Awesom which is "all about fun surprises that bring your photos to life."
People uploading pictures can have a celebrity photobomb their pictures.
On the company's blog it suggests a variety of possible celebrities, but all its pictures involve The Hoff.
ITV says that chickens have produced egg in the shapes of cubes.
The eggs are said to come from a Freedom Food Farm in Suffolk.
On the Daybreak website it says: "While the shape makes it convenient for eating, it also means making egg sardines has become even simpler."
Live at a farm in Suffolk reporting on the chicken laying SQUARE eggs. @Daybreak 0720 pic.twitter.com/71WXpIz2nN— Nick Dixon (@NickDixon8) April 1, 2014
A Twitter hoax claiming One Direction star Zayn Malik had died caused panic among the band's millions of fans.
#RIPZaynMalik trended worldwide, leading to a Twitter storm, with fans reacting with a mix of fear for the star's welfare and fury after finding out they had been conned.
The hoax, which came ahead of April Fools Day, was fueled in part by a fake "BBC" story claiming Malik had been found dead in a hotel room.
This one could lead to some awkward moments.
A black trapezium has been put onto the symbol for the gents toilet.
How many people will fall for that one?
Meanwhile at Warrior HQ....#AprilFoolsDay pic.twitter.com/bG4SS642u1— Warrior Football (@WARRIOR_FTBL) April 1, 2014
The Huffington Post are reporting that Piers Morgan has been recruited by the Lib Dems.
In "a surprise appointment" Nick Clegg has apparently enlisted the help of the now former-CNN host to help the party in the run up to the general election.
"He's a disrupter. Adding the biggest name in British media to the election team is a huge coup for Nick," 'a party insider' told HuffPost.
Google are in on the act again
Google @Pokemon Master needed. Inquire within. http://t.co/IKZMjGcBiF— Google Maps (@googlemaps) April 1, 2014
The UN are drawing up plans for a peacekeeping mission to Scotland in the event of a Yes vote, say the Independent.
They say that souring relations between London and Edinburgh could encourage "hotheads" to stoke tensions and cause confrontations.
Braveheart-style face-offs are not being ruled out.
Tired of the poor wifi coverage in London?
Samsung have got you covered with the help of our feathered friends ...
Forget balloons and drones, we think the answer to universal #wifi is far more exciting #FliFy http://t.co/sRNesoNICz— Samsung UK (@SamsungUK) April 1, 2014
More Scottish independence "news", this time from the Mail.
They report that there are plans in place to remove all of the blue from the Union Jack if the Yes vote goes through.
The paper have 'seen' secret Government papers detailing the plans which will see the first change to our national flag since 1801.
Manufacturing is already going ahead at Britain's longest-established producer, Flagmakers of Chesham, despite the fact the vote itself won't take place until September 18.
This one's not fooling anyone ...
We've got an idea, let's turn Toblerone square for #AprilFools! That's how you do it, right? pic.twitter.com/tX4BDvnj1b— Toblerone (@Toblerone) April 1, 2014
Some breaking local fowl play for you.
A foul-mouthed parrot has been taken out of a garden centre because of her bad language.
Ruby the African Grey managed to pick up a variety of swear words in her time at the Notcutts Ashton Park Garden Centre in Ashton in Tameside.
And her blue language has now got so bad she's been taken out of public view.
Hotels.com are launching standing sleeping areas in thousands of the properties after new research found falling asleep stood up could be good for you.
In converting space in much sought-after hotels it will help address the global shortage of centrally located hotel rooms, a problem during the london 2012 Olympic Games.
There are other benefits too.
"The position in which you nod off can determine how well you sleep," Professor Lisa F. Poolar says, "as well as how you feel in the morning. An upright sleeping position is also the best way to treat and prevent congestion which regularly leads to snoring."
Workout junkie? Struggling to see the gains you're after? Then this new 'nutrition' product could be for you.
GoNutrition's scientifically unproven Protein Shower Gel could be everything you need.
It promises to be "packed full of cleanliness, definition and ego" and just three washes will see you "pack bigger guns than the US military" according to new product development manager Tommy Gaughan.
It's the Great Scottish Take-off across the border.
Stephens Bakery, winners of last year's Scottish Baker of the Year award, are set to used airborne drones to make high-speed deliveries.
"We're staying ahead of the game by employing the very latest technology to deliver our award-winning pies and bakery produce to customers in half the time of road deliveries"


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For months, there's been buzz about Lupita Nyong'o's talent, her style, and the desire for her to have a lengthy career beyond her breakout role in 12 Years A Slave. Now that she's won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, the big question is what she's going to do next.
No doubt, like director Steve McQueen, she must have several offers on the table after last night's win. But what I'd love to see is for Nyong'o to become a muse to someone, to develop a longstanding relationship with a director on a series of projects that solidify both their careers.
Actors and directors form these kinds of bonds all the time, which tend to be mutually beneficial, meaning more and higher profile work for both parties. Consider Robert De Niro and Martin Scorcese, Jennifer Lawrence and David O. Russell, Catherine Keener and Nicole Holofcener, Michael Fassbender and Steve McQueen.
But whether it's due to a lack of power or a lack of interest, black actors and creatives rarely show that kind of allegiance to each other. Outside of the Spike Lee/Denzel Washington relationship that lasted for many years and films, I can't recall one as solid.
Given the lack of opportunities for black actresses in general, it seems Nyong'o would fare best with someone who knows how to use her aesthetically, and who's consistently making work in which she can shine. Here's a look at a few directors that may fit the bill.
An obvious choice after working with Nyong'o on 12 Years A Slave. So far, the two have had nothing but high praise for each other, with Nyong'o calling her experience with 12 Years, "the joy of my life."
Still, McQueen has made it pretty clear that he's already found a muse in Michael Fassbender, who has starred in all three of his features. Whether he's interested in making a woman-led film, or possibly several starring Nyong'o, remains to be seen.
Besides 12 Years, Amma Asante's Belle was another buzzed-about period piece with a black protagonist, by a black director, to premiere at the 2013 Toronto Film Festival. Starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw as a mixed race aristocrat, the film will be released by Fox Searchlight this spring.
Asante, who won the BAFTA for her 2004 debut, A Way of Life, is a triple threat in film as Nyong'o, and began her career as an actor before going on to write and direct.
In the realm of black women's voices, DuVernay has a style and sensibility that could work well for Nyong'o. The Sundance-winning director has been on a hot streak lately, directing an episode of soapy ABC drama Scandal and boarding MLK biopic Selma with Paramount Pictures and exec producer Oprah Winfrey.
Her sophomore film, the smoldering Middle of Nowhere, especially comes across as the kind of drama that Nyong'o describes as her "sweet spot."
In his films Restless City and Mother of George, Dosunmu worked with cinematographer Bradford Young to create dazzling images of black bodies and emotion on screen. Their treatment of dark skin, natural hair and bold colors could pair stunningly with Nyongo's look and talent. Up next Dosunmu, whose background is in photography, is set to bring his skills to Focus Features' Fela Kuti biopic.
A Nigerian native, Dosunmu's also shown a commitment to exploring the African experience in the U.S., which could make for a great collaboration with Kenyan-raised Nyong'o. Of all the possible options for Nyong'o, a teaming with Dosunmu and Young is the one I'd be most excited about.
What directors or projects would you like to see Lupita Nyong'o take on, now that she's won the Oscar?


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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The Anchorage School District so far has provided free flu vaccines to almost 7,000 students in about half its schools.
Health experts estimate that for every child who gets the flu, six other children are infected.
District nursing director Nancy Edtl says parents must first give permission for their children to be vaccinated and then it is up to school nurses to administer the shots.
The Anchorage Daily News (http://is.gd/Gtxpft) says flu shots have been available at 47 of the district's 97 schools so far. Most of those schools are elementary schools.
The district will continue to vaccinate young people until the Christmas break.
Information from: Anchorage (Alaska) Daily News, http://www.adn.com


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I was fascinated to read about Gerry Johnson's speech given to the delegates of the Retail Week conference. In it he said that booksellers must ready themselves for a digital revolution, similar to the one experienced by the music industry.
I read his comments the morning after addressing the Society Of Young Publishers where I said the complete opposite. This may surprise you, coming as it does from someone who works for a web-to-print publisher, but I really don't think digital media will have anything like the impact on the book world than it has in the world of music.
Allow me to qualify that statement with a bit of a history lesson. The music industry has experienced three revolutions, of sorts, in the past 30 years. The first was the invention of the Walkman, the first time that personal music became truly portable. This brought on the mix-tape culture, people making their own compilations on cassette to play on the way to work, while jogging, or while rollerskating along a Californian beachfront in shorts and legwarmers. Next was the onset of the compact disc. CDs made music (supposedly) better quality, processed it in small units, and, after a short while, encouraged people to convert their entire collections from vinyl to the new format; for a decade or more people were buying the same albums for a second time as they updated their music libraries. The same thing has happened in recent years with video collections converting to DVD. On a point of order we should note that many musos have argued as to the superiority of vinyl over compact disc all this time, but most of those are just pissed off that they can't roll their joints as efficiently on a CD case compared to an LP cover. And the third, and most recent, revolution has been the onslaught of digital media. In a few short years since it really appeared, many of us have converted our entire music libraries to digital files and store them on a little machine no bigger than a fag packet, and often smaller. At the moment most of us still own the hard copies as CDs but I cannot imagine that our children or our children's children will be all that bothered.
Now, the reason for that little digression was to point out the major difference between the digital revolution in music compared to what I believe will be more of a digital evolution in books. Each stage of the audio revolution has been about making music smaller and more portable; but books are already portable. The changes in music format and delivery allows us to listen to a wide range of music on the same journey; so we could have a slice of John Coltrane followed by some Flaming Lips and then a bit of Satie - the mix-tape mentality. We don't need the same sort of flexibility with reading; you don't fancy a couple of chapters of Lee Child and then want to tackle a few pages of Proust and then delve into some metaphysical poetry all on the same train journey. Well you might, but you would be a bit odd. The vast majority of readers, when making use of the portability of a book by reading it on the go, will tackle one book at a time. This, I believe, is a crucial difference between the two media. Music has become portable over the past three decades, books have been portable for all of that time, and a long while before that.
For digital media to change the face of reading and books within six months of the tipping point, as Johnson suggests, would mean vast numbers of us eschewing paper books for eReaders and online material. Perhaps this will happen one day, though I doubt it, but it certainly won't happen within six months of E-Day, or whatever it is that will prompt the change.
Having said that, I do think that digital media will have a dramatic impact on certain areas of publishing and reading and that could be a fairly swift process, perhaps over the next couple of years. A few examples:
COOKBOOKS. Printed books are, to be honest, quite an impractical format for cooking. They don't lay open at the right page without some medieval contraption holding them open; they get covered in goo; and the pages containing your most used recipes end up sticking together with the residue of dozens of meals. They are ripe for a digital takeover. It will not be long before we are cooking and baking away while looking at a screen. A little flip down flatscreen will descend from beneath the kitchen cabinet, you punch in the word 'FISH' and up come all the fish recipes. You select 'BREAM' and the relevant ones pop up. You press 'NIGELLA' and two of her bream recipes appear before your eyes. You choose the one you want and then the instructions appear step by step on screen, with video to show you the tricky techniques and her mildly pornographic commentary urging you along. I love cookbooks, you've seen my cookbook shelf, but the future of cooking at home will not be in the printed form; it will probably be some version of the above, and we are not that far off seeing it.
TRAVEL. Why carry a travel book around when the entire content can appear in an easier format, and searchable to boot, on your mobile phone or PDA? The travel publishers have been exploring this technology for some time and have struggled to get bookshops to show any interest. GPS technology will enable you to press a button while standing in a market square in Prague and immediately get a list of all the decent restaurants within a 5 minute walk. Again, this is not far off and sales of travel guides will decline as more and more people opt for the digital lifestyle.
BIG FAT HARDBACKS. A couple of years from now, when you purchase a hefty volume of history or biography, or even fiction, your book will come with a digital keycode. That code will unlock an online version of the text for you to download to your eReader. This then makes even the heaviest volume portable. Imagine you have just spent £30 on a new biography of Nelson that weighs in at 800 pages. It is bloody heavy. It sits by your reading chair and you tackle 30 or 40 pages with a cup of cocoa before bedtime. Next morning you pop your eReader in your bag and pick up from page 41 on the train into work. That night you revert to your preferred, but heavy, hardback and carry on from where your eReader left off. This is a concept which I first heard from Rob at Snowbooks and is one I am actually looking forward to seeing. Again, this isn't far away.
These are just three areas where digital content could make a significant difference to the way we read books. So, I am not disagreeing with Johnson entirely. I just think he is being a bit alarmist.
Although, to be completely fair, his comments were largely aimed at book retail, and here he has a very good point. The Voice Of Doom he may be, but he is absolutely bang on the money, or lack of it. He is quoted as saying:
"We have witnessed the internet drive down demand for large bookstores. We wouldn't contemplate opening a 15,000 to 20,000 sq ft store, because even if the market will support it now, it won't in the future."
And he is quite right. In my earlier post, They Just Might Have To Settle For Less, I pointed out that, although retailers are obsessed with market share, the high street stores are just going to have to accept a share decline as readers shop online and in supermarkets more and more. There is nothing they can do about it. Sure they can start their own websites, but they are going to struggle to catch up with Amazon and Play who are already miles ahead in that area.
Large bookstores are indeed a thing of the past. Show me a book superstore now and it is odds-on that it loses money. Do not be surprised if your favourite multi-floor bookshop closes down in the next few years. They are very expensive to run and extremely difficult to justify.
So is Gerry Johnson the Voice Of Doom? I don't think so. When it comes to book retail he is certainly the Voice Of Reason, alarming though his comments may be. I do not think we will see the 'revolution' he suggests, at least not from the publishing side, but the bookshops almost certainly will.


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Artist: Ray J
Representing: L.A.
Independent Album: All I Feel
411: "VIP'ing and Hennessy'ing." Ray J is the life of the party right now. Following his widely circulated sex tape with Kim Kardashian, adult-entertainment executives have offered him millions of dollars to manufacture accessories based around his manhood, and there's also a DVD called the "Ray J Chronicles" in which he goes around having sex with female celebrities. He claims the offers he's been receiving have totaled over $13 million.
"I turned them all down," Ray told us last week.
The singer/actor feels he has more mainstream life left in his career, but still, he is sitting on a little somethin' from the infamous Kardashian tape. The money turned his cloudy day sunny.
"When the tape came out, it was ugly for a month or two, when the legal situation happened," he said. "I was embarrassed. Then it became all good. We started making a lot of money, and the pain went away. The pain just disappeared."
Ray had great success with the independent release of 2005's Raydiation. It spawned the big ballad "One Wish" and the midtempo track and the mid-tempo track "What I Need." He's now brought his Knockout Entertainment over to Koch Records and is working in conjunction with Shaquille O'Neal's Deja 34 to release his album All I Feel. Ray hooked up with Shaq through a mutual friend.
"He called Shaq, Shaq called me," Ray explained. "DJ Kay Slay has really been the dude that has kept the project together. … Sometimes you get around, you havin' a lot of fun, you might sway away. But Slay's really been holding the project together. Him being so strong in hip-hop, it's big, me being an R&B artist and him supporting it. So I think he's waking a lot of people up as far as the streets is concerned and DJs to see what Ray J is all about."
Ray's album comes out April 1, but in the meantime, he has a mixtape called Uncut that's out now.
"We did three covers. One of my homies did a cover of me and this girl I know," he said of the illustrated All I Feel artwork, describing the sexually provocative pose in which he and a woman are depicted. "I got a hundred lawsuits from that. Then I did another cover with Slay that was more mainstream. I didn't want to put the controversial stuff on the album. I wanted to put out stuff that people could relate to and look at themselves just like me. All the controversial sh– is on the mixtape."
Joints To Check For:
» "Sexy Can I." "We ran into some police problems with the homie Yung Berg on the set," Ray said about the video shoot for his first single. "I had to call Shaq and [get him to] pull a little Miami favor for us, 'cause we shot the video in Miami. It took Berg a couple of hours to get out, but when we got the rest of the job done, [there were a] lot of women, partying, sexy people around. We wanted to showcase that. We missed Berg for a couple of hours, but it was fun."
» "Real N—a" (featuring Styles P). "I been listening to Styles since 'Hol-aaah-dayyy,' " Ray J said. " I was listening to the LOX since they was with Diddy. When he did the deal with Koch, they told me, 'He might want to do a song with you.' Then I wanted him to come do a song on my album called 'Real N—a.' For me to work with somebody I grew up listening to was real big. 'Real N—a,' from my side, it's the pimpin' side of being a real n—a. From his side, it's more of the street side: handguns, being in the streets, selling drugs. I think it's a good match."
» "Where You At." "It's with me, the Game and Lil Wayne," the singer said. "It's gangbang-orientated. I'm from the West, Game's from the West, Wayne is from the N.O. Where we all grew up, it goes the same way. I said, 'I'mma do R&B songs and twist it up with a couple of homies who know what it's about. I'm in a cherry-red shirt and my Anaheim fitted [hat], throwin' up the uh, "Baby can you get with it?" ' "
Don't Sleep: Other Notable Selections This Week
» DJ Scoob Doo – Street Religion 2
» DJ Delz – Reservoir Dogs (Starring the "Roc Boys")
» Red Cafe and DJ Noodles – Paper Touchin
» Suge White, Cassidy, Jadakiss, Da Real Verble Kent – Triple Threat 2
'Hood's Heavy Rotation: Bubbling Below The Radar
» Glasses Malone (featuring Akon) – "Certified"
» Snoop Dogg (featuring Too Short and Mistah F.A.B.) – "Life of the Party"
» Sean Paul (featuring Busy Signal and Busta Rhymes) – "Gun Dem Bark" remix
» Q-Tip – "Fever"
» Charlie Wilson (featuring T-Pain and Trazz) – "Supa Sexy" remix
Fire Starter: Sean Garrett:
OK. You probably already know who Garrett, a.k.a. "The Pen," is. You should: He's written and co-produced some of the biggest records of the past five years, such as "Buttons" (Pussycat Dolls), "Run It!" and "Gimme That" (Chris Brown), and "Yeah!" (Usher). His résumé is sick. Sean, however, is making the transition back to being an artist. (He signed his first record deal at 15 years old, but nothing came of it.)
Sean's debut, Turbo 919, is slated for release toward the end of spring or beginning of summer and will have guests such as Lil Wayne, Akon and Ludacris. ('Cris appears on the first single, "Grippin' on the Bed." They're talking to the ladies.) We heard some of the LP last week, and we can definitely tell you Garrett is bringing back the feeling. Think old Michael Jackson mixed with New Edition in the year 2010.
Celebrity Faves
Hulk Hogan — WWE Hall of Famer, reality-show star and now host of the new "American Gladiators" — came by MTV News' New York offices last week, and boy did we start cooking up some fun scenarios of who the Hulkster would like to see battle in a hypothetical "AG" celebrity episode. 50 Cent vs. Kanye West or Game came up, and Beyoncé vs. Mariah Carey (in high heels) was another dream match.
In the wrestling world, though, Hogan still has the passion for the ring. He says he called out "Stone Cold" Steve Austin a long time ago for a match, but the Texas Rattlesnake never hollered back. ("That's on him. Apparently he don't want none. I'm easy to find, my brother," Hulk said.) So now Hogan has another challenger in mind, somebody he's made bleed in the circle before: "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair. As it happens, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon recently sent down the mandate that the next match Flair loses will be his last — he will be forced to retire. Hulk says he's the man to derail Space Mountain and wants to do it at WrestleMania 23 in Orlando, Florida.
"They need a main event real bad," Hogan said. "When I think about Ric Flair styling and profiling, when I think about Hulk Hogan going [head to head] with Ric Flair in my backyard, Florida … I think that's where it's at. They got a lot of tickets, brother, that need to be sold. The power of the 'Mania, brother? Could be strong. Either he'll put me out for good, or I'll put him out for good. One or the other. That would be the match of the new millennium. Hogan vs. Flair. Maybe get Vince McMahon as a special guest referee. Me and Flair both hate Vince."
The Streets Is Talking: News & Notes From The Underground
T.I. is getting ready for a tour. But don't expect to see him on it. Due to a court mandate, he still isn't physically able to travel, but he is putting up funds so some comedians from his hometown can spread their talent across the country.
"We're doing a comedy tour," T.I. told us last week on the phone from his home in the ATL. "I have to give the credit to [Grand Hustle VP] Clay [Evans] and [my manager/ business partner] Jason Jeter on that. We've always had huge connections in the comedy world. We manage Lil Duval. He's hilarious. Then we did the 'Trippin on Tuesdays' in Atlanta. That's the big comedy-club night.
"We've decide to take it on tour with all the comedians out of Atlanta," he continued. "It hasn't really been an outlet for them since [BET's] 'Comic View' left Atlanta. I think it's gonna be a great outcome."
Tip's been working on his next album, Paper Trail, and last week he revealed to us a song title: "Let My Beat Pound."
"T.I.'s great, man," Warner Music Group President Kevin Liles told us in L.A. during Grammy weekend. "His spirits are in the right place. I visited him last week. Keep praying for him. Allow him to do what he needs to do right now. Never believe what you see or what you hear. It's always another side to the story."
There's another side to the story — and there's also another side to Tip's artistic progression. The King of the South said "Let My Beat Pound" is unlike anything you've heard from him in the past, and that we should continue to expect him to advance musically as well as in other aspects of entertainment.
"I think at some point you have to find ways to evolve and mature as an artist," he explained. "Once you've evolved and matured as a man, at some point you're gonna mature outside of music. Which is why it is important to have things under your belt, like an acting career, like the fashion industry, like a StreetCred.com. All of that will reflect in your music. If you're in another industry where you have to pay attention to other artists and you have to pay attention to other things that are becoming successful, other trends, then you'd be a fool as a businessman to not apply that to yourself to take advantage. We keep the sharp knives here at Grand Hustle. We keep the sharp knives." …
DJ Clue had the Internet going insane recently when he leaked "Ain't I," a Jay-Z record from his Desert Storm Radio 8 (I Am Legend) mixtape. Clue had previously indicated that it would be officially coming out on The Blueprint 3. But Jay-Z sent word through his rep that the song is old and that Hov hasn't announced any new album … yet.
"That was the word on the street," Clue said about Blueprint 3 coming out. "I got the call [from Jay], but it's all good. It's all love. He was like, 'Yo, you can't be telling people the behind-the-scenes stuff.' So I chilled, laid back. [The mixtape] is still out on the streets. Go get it."
Clue has a slew of projects coming out this year via his imprint Desert Storm.
"New [Fabolous] album coming soon," he said. "Look for Ransom. I got a couple of R&B acts coming too. So look out for '08." …
While Busta Rhymes took a longer break than usual between 2002's It Ain't Safe No More and 2006's The Big Bang, the dungeon dragon is making sure to kick off this year in high gear with a number of projects. He's knee-deep in his next album, Back on My Bullsh–, and so far he's hooked up with Dr. Dre, Green Lantern, Cool & Dre, Danjahandz, Nottz and Timbaland. Bus-a-Bus also recorded with Pharrell, who actually helped him come up with the title.
"I'm calling it Back On My Bullsh– for two reasons," Busta explained. "I said it on [a new song,] and it stuck in Pharrell's head. And because this album, in particular, feels like vintage Busta Rhymes, in a 2008 way. It was original and appropriately the right thing to call the project. No deep brain-science … nothing like that."
In the meantime, Bus is getting ready to flood the streets with a few mixtapes. First up will be King of the Remixes with DJ White Owl, followed by 48 Laws of Power with Mark Exclusive.
"It's the greatest street exclusives and greatest hits and unreleased exclusives, which is me going in, back to back," Busta said.
Then the Flipmode General plans to team up with Superstar Jay for I've Already Outshined Your Favorite Rapper, before he connects with Mick Boogie for Dillagence 2, the sequel to their mixtape tribute to the late J Dilla.
"It's gonna be crazy," Bus said.
For other artists featured in Mixtape Mondays, check out Mixtape Mondays Headlines.


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text: [Author Prev][Author Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Author Index][Thread Index] Re: Public education just a form of empty obedience Subject: Re: Public education just a form of empty obedience From: Rick Parkany <firstname.lastname@example.com> Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2002 16:03:28 GMT Reply-to: Assessment Reform Network Mailing List <email@example.com> Sender: Assessment Reform Network Mailing List <firstname.lastname@example.com> Carol: interesting pointof-view...there is SOME theoretic basis for this, indeed, though it is hotly disputed in the literature I read. However, I am wondering whether or not this authress is just not playing with her *glibness*. Though this gal IS supporting our agenda, she dopes so from quite questionable pedagogic gropunds... We DO have public *education*; we _may_ have individualized learning in some/many dimensions of our makeups (though I can supply theoretic evidence that *group* learning exists, as well--it's called *culture*)--but, it seems to me that the *group* the *public* is a large part of education, of any stripe (even the *trasmittalists who tyhink you jkust pass on reveived wisdonm and knowledge from generation to generation like some commodity or stock in good supply from some *knowledge warehouse* or other)--I find it hard to teach one-on-one--not enough *cultural* material, despite the presence of an adequate supply of genes and DNA for *learning* to occur inn one-on-one tutoring sessions. No, I'm afraid that *public education* is NOT a chimera of some half-baked theoretician--it IS a reality and one we need to rethink to its core, considering the points this gal makes... ;-} rap. > HoustonChronicle.com -- http://www.HoustonChronicle.com | Section: > Viewpoints, Outlook > > > Feb. 24, 2002, 6:29PM > > Public education just a form of empty obedience > > By CRISPIN SARTWELL > > THERE'S no such thing as public education. Education happens to exactly > one person at a time. > --------------------------------------------- This message was sent via the BiznessOnline.com webmail system. http://www.biznessonline.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the ARN-L list, send command SIGNOFF ARN-L to firstname.lastname@example.com. Prev by Author: Re: New York State Ed Cracks Next by Author: Re: The Board of Longitude Previous by thread: Re: Public education just a form of empty obedience Next by thread: Re: [eddra] Algebra Index(es): Author Thread


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Who will go home tonight on Dancing with the Stars and on The Biggest Loser. There are a lot of shows on cable for you to watch today so be sure to check it out. Take a look below and have a great day!
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According to the Environmental Working Group study on consumer advocacy, shows the 'secret' formula to create the scent of cologne can damage sperm quality.
Researchers analyzed the chemical composition of 17 perfume and cologne which is on the market. They found that many deodorant products contains compounds that affect human reproductive hormones. Compounds chemical solvents, diethyl phthalate (DEP) were found in 12 products. The findings of Harvard University in 2006 showed that phthalate compounds related to the damage of sperm and reduced male fertility.
The researchers also found that DEP is one of 12 chemical compounds inside the cologne which could affect the male hormones. In one of famous cologne label, the researchers found that it contains seven compounds that interact with estrogen and androgen (male and female hormones).
"Due to the long-term use of cologne and perfume is not known yet, since there is no long-term testing," said researcher Dr Olga V. Naidenko as quoted from Aol Health.
"The small use of content is not dangerous. However, many chemicals appear together in many products, buried inside the body from time to time and arise a bad effect," he said.
The same study describes two chemicals that form aroma of synthetic musks, tonalide, and galaxolide, can disrupt the hormone estrogen and androgen. Galaxolide trace compounds found in umbilical cord of a newborn baby. This proves that the baby could be exposed to chemicals while in the womb.
Researchers encourage manufacturers to list all ingredients included in the product. Further study is needed to ensure the safety of beauty products and perfumes on the market.
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Job Title: Print Traffic Manager (may be called Project Manager)Department: Production Reports To: Director of Print Traffic
Liaisons with other departments: manages traffic on projects in a timely, efficient manner. Ensures all information forms are completed and delivered in a comprehensive, accurate and timely fashion.
• Maintains complete routing files for all projects• Generates and disseminates status reports• Tracks and updates reports with any pertinent info about client projects(This includes any attendant financial information)• Makes sure schedules are adhered to• Manages ongoing flow of work in and out of studio• Complies with quality standards for the team as set forth by department head• Works with Studio, Art Buyers, Creative Directors, Account Management and production to generate the schedule for overall project completion and updates as needed, notifying all appropriate parties• Works closely with upper management to identify and suggest solutions on how to improve departmental and team morale
• Attends interdepartmental briefings• Updates schedules/estimates as needed• Routes mechanicals/proofs to team members to review• Releases mechanicals to Production • Attends "post-mortem" meetings• Participates in weekly departmental staff meetings• Keeps supervisor apprised of the status of work
• Must have l+ years of experience within marketing or comparable industry • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Computer literate• Team player• Strong problem solving skills and detail oriented• Minimum of a Bachelors degree or equivalent business experience preferred
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Dallas Cowboys safety Barry Church only played in three games this season before he suffered a season-ending Achilles injury and now he's been signed a four-year extension.
Church received a $2.5 million bonus along with $39 in guaranteed money.
Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan believes Church is a future star.
"That's awesome, this guy and all you guys saw it, he's going to be a superstar in this league," Ryan said, per the Star- Telegram. "You get a guy early, and he comes out of that injury healthy and this guy is going to be a fantastic safety so it's real unfortunate, I think I shed a few tears on that one when we lost him for the year. I think it's one of those things you do have to get over, but it's fantastic for the cowboys organization and hopefully I can be apart of his career for a long time."
With Church in the final year of his current deal it wouldn't make sense to let him become a free agent. It doesn't look like the Cowboys broke to bank to re-sign him, so they don't have anything to lose.


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Extraordinary talent: Our Chief Scientific Officer and the School of Medicine's Vice-Dean for Research, Dean Li, is a person of exceptional breadth and depth. He is a motivating and energetic administrator, leading our research enterprise. Among the initiatives include the formation of an effective Research Advisory Committee which is helping to formulate our research strategic plan, the development of new disease oriented clusters, new quantitative metrics to assess departmental research productivity, and his role as a catalyst across a range of collaborative efforts across campus. Dean is, at his core, a superb physician-scientist. A practicing cardiologist, Dean collaborates with people all over campus and all over the world. In fact, this past week, his laboratory published yet another super high impact paper in the prestigious journal, Nature. Dean's group shows that to fight infection, cytokines use two pathways—one that leads to inflammation and destruction and the other that battles infection. This work suggests that drugs could be designed to block inflammation without causing immunosuppression.
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text: Town centre boost in planning proposal 04 Feb 2014 The Environment Minister has unveiled a new streamlined planning application process which aims to promote the growth of town centres and, for the first time, implement a policy on the use of fracking. Share Share Share Story by UTV Staff, Belfast Speaking in the Assembly, Environment Minister Mark H Durkan announced a public consultation on the new planning process which takes 20 existing policies and reduces them to one.The minister said he hoped the changes would create a "shorter and simpler" process for use when the new so-called super-councils assume control of planning matters.The proposals include implementing a town centre first approach to developments in a bid to rejuvenate ailing high streets across Northern Ireland.The minister added: "The policy seeks to protect and enhance the vitality and viability of town centres and foster a more sustainable approach to future retail provision."This sets out a new planning policy framework that delivers for business, with timely decisions that encourage investment and facilitate employment whilst protecting our environment, planet and people."It provides clarity and certainty for all users of the reformed planning system. I pledged last month to speed up planning and this is a key building block in achieving that pledge.This supports my vision to create a better environment and a stronger economy.Mark H DurkanThe proposals also put in place a new policy on the use of fracking to extract shale gas. It's the first time the Executive has attempted to legislate for the practise.A proposal to use the controversial method of drilling for the gas in Fermanagh has sparked protest and division.The new policy states that there should be a presumption against the exploitation of fracking until the Department of Environment is satisfied there is "sufficient and robust" evidence of the impact on the environment.Minister Durkan said: "My new planning system will realise that the environment and the economy should not, and cannot be at loggerheads."We need a system that protects the environment and fully recognises that a vibrant, sustainable environment can be a driver of prosperity and job creation."Similarly a strong economy and a prosperous society can be good for the environment."He added: "This is an exciting time for planning. I encourage everyone with an interest to contribute their views to this important consultation through our digital on line interactive portal."By working together, we can shape planning policy to ensure an efficient and fit for purpose planning system which delivers for all."The NI Executive now needs to produce a joined up town centre action plan to address regeneration, rates, car parking and progress the concept of the digital high street.NIIRTAGlyn Roberts, chief executive of the Nortern Ireland independent Retailers Association (NIIRTA) welcomed the new town centre approach.He said: "Northern Ireland has not only the highest shop vacancy rate in the UK, but twice the UK national average."This new policy should make it harder for developers to gain permission for large out of town retail applications."We want to see major retailers locate their stores in town centres to enhance them, rather than unsustainable out of town locations which destroy jobs and local businesses."Minister Durkan's proposed changes were announced on the same day it was revealed that some Northern Ireland town centres have twice as many empty shops than the UK average.Carrickfergus has more vacant businesses than any other town in Northern Ireland with more than 20% unleased premises.Towns like Ballymena, Portadown, Armagh and Ballymoney are also experiencing a decline in businesses setting up there - with a fifth of shops lying empty.The Draft Strategic Planning Policy Statement is available on the DoE's website and the final proposal is expected to be published in April. © UTV Share Share Share


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In what seems to be a ploy to sway the consumer, most every product today comes with an excessive listing of features, often dwindling down to the trivialities, a method which seems to often leave the unknowing seekers of the best purchasing whoever has a longer list. In that spirit, we've a fresh list of all the motherboard's features, kindly and conveniently provided by ECS themselves. Let's take a look.
In short, all of the features that you expect from your typical motherboard in the modern day. One thing to note, though, is if you want to use 4GB of memory, you'll have to procure heinously expensive (and usually dangerously slow) 2GB sticks of memory, to which ECS guarantees no compatibility. Heck, the qualified memory section of the manual was dangerously short (try three sets of ram tested), though any memory that can operate at 400, 533 or 667MHz with 1.8V should be fine.
Coming in hand with the features of the motherboard, of course, are the specifications. Rather than be plastered about the box, as are the features, these are often left to be discovered, either by the user, or via the clever use of the web. For our purposes though, a quick look into mobot should sate any desires.
Rating and specs aside, it's a good time to get onto the board itself, which we'll promptly do... On the next page.


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05/05/2012, Shaw Island - Whitsundays
Arrived MacKay Marina Thursday Afternoon. As is usual when we arrive at a Marina, Snoopy is always the first off. Will be here for 2 nights. Requirements are washing, resupply and a quick clean of the boat. Mel and Kevin who have Scorpio and who we met at Curlew Island are due in Friday afternoon. I did manage to catch up with them. Friends we met on our first trip to the Whitsundays were here at the Marina, so we managed to catch up on the Friday night. Deb and Clayton brought dinner over to our boat, prawns and they were delicious. Snoopy did not mind them either.
We left approx 0915 hours on the Saturday, with no particular destination in mind. Finally settled on Shaw Island where we dropped the pick just on dark.
Position plot looks OK now.
We don't see your name on the Sail Indonesia list of participants? Last CT scan very good.
29/04/2012, Great Keppel Island
We left Mooloolaba on Thursday 26th April with very little winds and made very little progress. We overnighted at Double Island Point, making an early start on the Friday morning. First Mate/Chef had lost her sea legs after months on land. Must say there was a big swell. The winds were in our favour and we sailed through the night and dropped anchor mid Saturday afternoon at the northern end of the Narrows where we managed to stay relevantly free from Midgees. Nice leisurely cruise to Great Keppel Island on the Sunday. Captain listening to Tigers game and First Mate trying to set up this blog.
Happy Sailing.
09/01/2012, Labuhan Bajo
This was a designated rally stop, the main attraction in the region is the Komodo Dragons, with the majority of them on two islands, Rinca and Komodo. Tourism is fast being a major source of revenue for this area, with many great diving sites. Many European backpackers come here.
We arranged a day trip to go and see the Komodo Dragons, there were 10 of us. It was about a 2 hour boat ride, which took us to the island of Rinca. There we walked through the National Park, saw 8 or so dragons (much smaller than I had imagined). There were looked quite docile just laying around in the shade, though I would not want one of them coming at me. Apparently they are extremely vicious and have been know to attack humans. We did see one small dragon wresting with a live snake. I guess the snake would have lost....
Had a great lunch on the boat while cursing along to a beautiful snorkelling beach. Great day had by all and we arrived back at about 4.30pm. Komodo Island has also been recently recognised as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Komodo Dragon population is estimated to be around 5000 in total.
Labuhan Bajo has a western influence to it, with several western style restaurants, beauty salons and hotels etc. Plus there was a bakery, which as you can imagine was extremely popular with us, freshly baked bread and rolls, muffins etc as well as cappuccinos and the like.
There were no festivities here, somehow Sail Malaysia has fallen down on the job. There were approx 40 boats here, all expecting some sort of festivities.
Lombok is our next Rally stop.
31/12/1969, Langkawi, Malaysia
Langkawi is a Duty Free Island, so consequently we all took advantage of it, especially with stocking up on alcohol. Also Kuah Town was where we had to check out of Malaysia.
While we were at Rebak, we did a couple of tours of Langkawi. One we did with Ruth and Kelvin, we hired a car for the day and drove around the island. We went to the top of Mt Raya which offered stunning views from a circular outdoor platform. Sail Malaysia organised the other tour for the Rally Participants, we went on the Langkawi Cable Car360 degree views of the whole island group in the Datai Peninsula. On the other tour we went on the Langkawi Cable
31/12/1969, Malaysia
We left Port Dickson on the 18th Nov, we were into week 3 of the Malaysian Rally. It was going all to fast. We were a group of about 70 boats and it was like having an extended family, we all seemed to enjoy each others company, perhaps omitting the FRENCH. The french connection had been the cause of many small disagreements and upsets and many of us wanted nothing to do with them. The first night out from Port Dickson was spent in the channel leading up to Port Dickson. We had had reports that Port Klang was flithy, rubbish piled on top of rubbish floating in the water at the marina (Royal Selangor Yacht Club), rats were in abundance. Not a place I would want to go.


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Darryl Anthony Hemphill
Position: DB
Height: 6-0 Weight: 195 lbs.
Born: March 29, 1960 in San Antonio, TX
High School: Thomas Jefferson
College: West Texas A&M (school history)
Drafted by the New York Jets in the 10th round (275th overall) of the 1982 NFL Draft.
Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 0 (15060th overall since 1950)