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For almost five years Indonesia did not execute a prisoner on death row. But since a Malawian drug smuggler broke that drought on March 15, the floodgates have opened. In the early hours of Friday, three people - all Indonesians and all murderers - were taken from their cells and shot.
The news will cause further dismay to Australian drug smugglers Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan, who are on death row in Bali's Kerobokan prison. They lodged applications for clemency nine months ago with President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.
Friday's executions took place about 12.30am in the grounds of Nusakambangan island prison in Cilacap, Central Java, reporters said.
The prosecutor's office did not immediately confirm them, but ambulances were seen leaving the prison about 2am.
Those put to death were Suryadi Swabuana, Jurit bin Abdullah and Ibrahim bin Ujang. Suryadi was convicted of the premeditated murder of a family in Sumatra in 1991, Jurit and Ibrahim of a joint murder in Sekayu, South Sumatra, in 2003.
There are about 130 prisoners on death row in Indonesia, most for drug trafficking. Among the drug smugglers are 62 foreigners.
In March, after Malawian drug trafficker Adami Wilson was executed, the Attorney-General announced plans to execute at least nine more people this year.
The Australian prisoners are unlikely to be among them as long as their clemency pleas remain undecided.
Human rights activist Al Araf said the executions ''cannot be separated from the 2014 elections''.
''The death penalty in Indonesia has a strong flavour of building political popularity,'' Mr Araf, from the human rights group Imparsial, said.
Amnesty International said the executions were ''a major setback … in a country that appeared to be moving away from the brutal practice''.

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Changing of the guard at the helm of the county DEC
Published: Friday, January 18, 2013 at 2:29 p.m.
Last Modified: Friday, January 18, 2013 at 2:29 p.m.
There's been a changing of the guard and an infusion of new blood at the helm of the county's Democratic Party.
In December, Robert Prather, 31, was elected as the new chairman of the Alachua County Democratic Executive Committee. He succeeded Jon Reiskind, 72, who stepped aside after eight years as the head of the local Democrats.
The DEC chair is voted to a four-year term.
Prather grew up in rural Kentucky, where he supported Democratic candidates with his vote and campaign contributions but did not get further involved because he saw little opportunity to have an impact on the political landscape.
That changed in 2006 when he moved to Gainesville, a traditional Democratic stronghold surrounded by a sea of red counties.
Prather, who is gay, said he soon became involved in gay rights political issues — including the group that organized to successfully oppose the 2009 referendum that would have repealed Gainesville's anti-discrimination laws for transgender, gay, lesbian and bisexual people.
He was active at the local level in President Barack Obama's 2008 campaign as well as Mayor Craig Lowe's 2010 campaign and two campaigns of City Commissioner Lauren Poe.
Prather, a research program coordinator in substance use and abuse at the University of Florida Department of Psychology, said his involvement in the Alachua County's Democratic Party dates back to 2008.
Prather said he became treasurer in early 2012, and Reiskind identified him as a potential successor.
"New blood is very good for an organization working well, and it is working well," Reiskind said. "It was a great election," Reiskind said of the November 2012 general election.
Democratic candidates swept the three County Commission seats on the ballot. Currently, three of the five county commissioners and six of the seven Gainesville city commissioners are members of the DEC.
Reiskind said Prather has "the right temperament" to serve as chair, a willingness to hear differing opinions.
"The majority of the things we've done in the past will stay the same, but there are some things I've already changed," Prather said. "I've made an effort to reach out to communities I feel are under-represented in the DEC."
He said he met with black leaders in east Gainesville and members of the Democratic Black Caucus to put "forth the opportunity" for them to have a role in the DEC.
Prather said he met with former city commissioner and current mayoral candidate Scherwin Henry to say he planned to remain neutral in the upcoming mayor's race. Prather said he also extended an invitation for Henry to join the DEC.
Now in his fourth campaign for local office, Henry said he's had ongoing concerns that the DEC had not done enough to support minority candidates. He said Prather "seemed to understand there are some things that can be done better on the DEC."
"I really came away impressed with his mind-set and his desire to be inclusive of all Democrats and his commitment to support all Democrats fairly."
Still, Henry said a sticking point that will keep him from joining the DEC is the requirement to sign a loyalty oath. He said he felt his 42 years as a registered, voting Democrat shows his loyalty.
Henry said he felt Prather was sincere but expects that DEC members will still support Lowe in the upcoming campaign.
Several, including current and former county and city commissioners, have contributed to Lowe's campaign. Reiskind gave $50 to Lowe a little more than a week before Henry filed the required paperwork to launch his campaign.
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PROMOTION chasing Stourbridge Rugby Club will put their title ambitions on hold early next month to stage their prestigious May Lunch.
Regarded as one of the club's showpiece events of the year, the lunch takes place on Friday May 9 at Stourton Park and always proves a big hit on the corporate calendar.
Former British and Irish Lions player Lee Mears will be one of the principal speakers along with his ex-Bath team mate David Flatman, who is now their club's head of communications.
Another former international star at both Rugby Union and League John Bentley will officiate as Master of Ceremonies.
The event is aimed at local companies, with tables still available for this year's extravaganza.
Details can be obtained from the club by calling 01384 395000.


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Pelissier House, the oldest building in Bethulie, now houses an historical museum displaying local artefacts.
The southern Free State town of Bethulie lies in the heart of the Grassy Karoo, a part of South Africa that is rich in fossil beds and early San (also known as 'Bushman') artefacts.
The vast waters of the nearby Lake Gariep, at 5 500 000 000 cubic metres the largest dam in South Africa, are believed to cover thousands of fossils embedded in rock.
Depending on the day you drive through Bethulie, you might encounter a buzzing town full of Harley Davidson biker-types on a weekend rally – or a slumbering little village where rush hour constitutes a donkey cart passing a slow-moving farmer's pickup truck.
Bethulie had no fewer than seven name changes before becoming Bethulie. It was once even called 'Moordernaarspoort' (Murderer's Gulch) after a particularly bloody battle in the area.
Bethulie's most famous son is the late Patrick Mynhardt, who made his acting name playing characters from the Herman Charles Bosman stories, based in the Groot Marico district of the North West province. He also wrote an hilarious autobiographical piece called Boy From Bethulie – his humour was so universal and visceral that it was successfully performed on stages around the world.
Sadly enough, Bethulie is best-known for the concentration camp dating to the South African War (also known as the Anglo-Boer War) outside the town, where more than 1 700 Boer women and children died. Their remains were later exhumed and moved to a special memorial garden on higher ground. You can still see their gravestones – mounted in brick walls – standing mute testimony to one of the most infamous passages of the war.
One of the heroic figures to emerge from this disaster was Emily Hobhouse, an English activist who visited many of the camps and returned to Britain to campaign against the practice. She made a mortal enemy of Lord Herbert Kitchener, who ran the British end of the war campaign.
By the end of the war, however, the concentration camps had claimed the lives of more than 27 000 Boers.
Travel tips & Planning info
How to get here
To get to Bethulie from the north, you drive 170km south of Bloemfontein on the N1, then turn east at the Gariep sign, and drive for 52km on the R701. It's about a two-hour drive from Bloemfontein.
Best time to visit
Mid-winters (June-August) and mid-summers (November-January) can be brutal in this area (very hot in summer, very cold in winter). For the rest of the year, it's a very good time to visit.
Around the area
You can take trips in this area to Smithfield, the Gariep Dam, Tussen-die-Riviere Game Reserve and Colesberg.
Tours to do
Bethulie is on the Open Africa organisation's Gariep Route. Read up more about the route and things to do in the area on the Open Africa website (listed top right of this web page).
Get around
It's best to drive yourself. The roads are good, and hire cars are available from Bloemfontein or Johannesburg.
What will it cost
Accommodation costs in the rural Free State are low, compared to the bigger urban centres.
Length of stay
Bethulie and surrounds are worth staying in for a couple of days if you have the time.
What to pack
In this part of the world, always pack for both cold and warm weather and take weather reports seriously.
Where to stay
There are guesthouses like Oppiekoppie in Bethulie, or stay at the Royal Hotel.
What to eat
Try out the local country cuisine, which is hearty and usually quite meaty.
Best buys
Look out for sheepskin slippers on sale along the Gariep Route.


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This article was published 30/4/2013 (1574 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
The Selinger government called a 12-hour protest at the Portage Diversion Monday "unacceptable" and "irresponsible," claiming if it had lasted any longer, communities to the east might have been flooded.
Mere hours after a court injunction was obtained to remove the trespassers, a surge of water arrived at the diversion's reservoir that could have had dire consequences for the RM of Portage la Prairie and the municipalities of Cartier, Headingley and St. François Xavier, officials said.
The large volume of water could have caused ice to break up and jam, quickly creating uncontrolled rises in the Assiniboine River that would have left people little time to protect themselves, they said.
On Monday, engineers advised the province to open the Portage Diversion at 11 a.m., based on river flows of 7,000 cubic feet per second to the west at Holland. Due to the protest, which wasn't cleared until late in the evening, the province could not begin diverting water to Lake Manitoba until 11 p.m.
Doug McNeil, deputy minister of infrastructure and transportation, said Tuesday that soon afterwards, a great deal more water entered the reservoir at the diversion than officials anticipated.
At 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, the flows at Portage climbed to 7,300 cfs, with about 2,000 redirected to the diversion channel. At 5 a.m., flows climbed to 11,000, with 6,000 going into the Portage Diversion. And by 8:20 a.m., the volume of water entering the reservoir surged to 17,000 cfs, with 10,000 cfs diverted to the channel.
The high flows worried officials, because they view any volume much above 5,000 cfs flowing east of Portage in the Assiniboine, on a river still containing a lot of solid ice, as a recipe for disaster.
"What those numbers really represent is how precarious a situation we would have been in had we not operated (the diversion) because the inflows ended up being much greater than we originally thought over that period of time," McNeil said.
Furthermore, officials were worried the ability to activate the reservoir's gates could have been lost had too much ice entered the reservoir. If that had occurred, they would have lost the ability to control the Assiniboine waters heading downstream of Portage la Prairie.
"What happened (Monday) was irresponsible, was not acceptable. It created a real risk. It put other Manitobans at risk," said Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Steve Ashton.
"It's fortunate we got it (the Portage Diversion) open when we did, because if we hadn't, there would have been significant consequences," Ashton told a flood briefing late in the day after a raucous debate in the legislature over the protest and the involvement of PC MLA Ian Wishart.
Coincidentally, Ashton will table a bill today that will increase the powers of the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization in the event of a flood. He didn't provide details of the proposed legislation on Tuesday.
In the legislature on Tuesday, the Selinger government used a rare move for a sitting government, raising a matter of privilege in the legislature to demand the Opposition Progressive Conservative apologize for encouraging the protest.
The ensuing debate and finger-pointing in the house did what nothing else has done since the release of the provincial budget two weeks ago -- it put the Opposition on the defensive and shifted the topic to something other than the NDP's raising of the provincial sales tax by one percentage point to eight per cent and the elimination of the requirement to first hold a referendum.
The two targets of the NDP's wrath were Portage la Prairie MLA Wishart and PC Leader Brian Pallister.
Wishart was invited to meet the protesters at the diversion as he's their MLA. About three dozen Lake Manitoba-area farmers and ranchers staged a sit-in at the diversion, under the watchful eye of the RCMP, to protest what they said was the NDP's poor response to compensate them for flooding in 2011 and for not acting more quickly to build an outlet at the north end of the lake to drain it more quickly.
Both Pallister and Wishart refused the NDP's demand for an apology.
"I did my job," Wishart said. "I attended a legal protest. They did not put anyone at risk. I suspect the information that they seemed to have was better than what the minister (Ashton) appears to have."
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John Morris saw off the challenge of 60 strong field to claim victory in the Cirencester May Stableford Division One on countback .
Morris pipped Colin Hayes after both players had gone round with a score of 37 points. Evan Drayton, who had been near the top in competitions all year, put in a customary solid round of golf and scored 35 points. David Jones and Roy Lipscombe took fourth and fifth in Division One with 35 and 34 points respectively.
Division Two was won by Stef Episcopo. He dropped only three shots to par over the last six holes and, with his handicap of 21, scored 36 points. He was two points clear of second placed David Purkiss, while Mike Bond was third.


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Meet Dave and Rachel, a married couple from Wisconsin. He's a 33 year old Army Officer, and she's a 30 year old Project Manager (and kind of looks like an older Maci Bookout from Teen Mom). Their official biography is after the jump:
Name: Dave Brown Jr.
Age: 33
Hometown: Madison, Wis.
Connection to your teammate: Married
Current occupation: U.S. Army Officer
Describe what you do: I have served in a variety of capacities as an officer for the Wisconsin Army National Guard including Blackhawk Helicopter Pilot, Military Intelligence Officer, and Assistant Professor of Military Science for the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
How will these skills help you win The Race? The obvious response would be the ability to cope and manage excessive stressors, and physical fitness due to the nature of the challenges. But persistence and attention to detail seem to be the attributes most essential for success.
Three words to describe you: Motivated, resourceful and aggressive.
Favorite hobbies: Socializing, boating, fitness and traveling.
What famous person reminds you of yourself? Bill Clinton – we share a common affinity for music, politics, academics and socializing.
What famous person reminds you of your teammate? Marilyn Monroe – being vivacious, beautiful and the center of attention.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Having graduated from undergraduate studies in three years while being a young father (unexpectedly), a full-time employee and serving in the National Guard.
What scares you most about traveling? Being disoriented in an unfamiliar environment without knowing the language.
What excites you most about traveling? Experiencing foreign cultures and "once-in-a-lifetime" experiences.
Pet peeve about your teammate: Rachel is a persistent optimist which, for a realist can be annoying and overwhelming.
What country and place would you most like to visit and why? Russia, due to the historical significance of the Cold War and prevalence of vodka!
What do you hope to accomplish by running The Race (other than winning one million bucks)? Travel, communication and competition. Traveling to exotic locations while honing our communication skills and improving upon our relationship.
Name: Rachel Brown
Age: 30
Hometown: Madison, Wis.
Connection to your teammate: Married
Current occupation: Project Manager
Describe what you do: I manage healthcare software implementations in hospitals and clinics. You probably grew up with paper charts and I am helping replace them, and other electronic medical records, with our software.
How will these skills help you win The Race? I work with and manage many different people and personalities, and I have a "do what it takes" approach to work and life.
Three words to describe you: Optimistic, driven and outgoing.
Favorite hobbies: Dancing, traveling and intramural sports—volleyball, softball, kickball.
What famous person reminds you of yourself? Ryan Seacrest—I know he's a guy, but we both get along with everyone and we are very driven, hard-working people.
What famous person reminds you of your teammate? JFK Jr. because he is smart, sexy, witty, likeable and politically savvy.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I'm proud of myself for always being up for trying anything. Life is short and I want to experience as much as I possibly can.
What scares you most about traveling? Nothing scares me when I travel. I dread hotels without elevators when I'm packing heavy, though.
What excites you most about traveling? I love to travel! I love experiencing different cultures…people, history, food, animals and shops.
Biggest challenge you and your teammate will face on The Race together? Neither of us likes to be wrong and we are very competitive with each other. I would like to work on being a team and taking each other's advice.
Pet peeve about your teammate: He's insanely anal…obsessive-compulsive anal. Things always have to be neat, clean and exactly how he wants them.
What country and place would you most like to visit and why? Bora Bora, Tahiti—I've seen pictures and it looks amazing. I would love to stay in one of those huts in the ocean.
What do you hope to accomplish by running The Race (other than winning one million bucks)? I hope to reconnect with Dave. Being away from my husband for a year, with a lack of regular communication and having nothing in common due to our environments was way more difficult than I ever thought it would be.
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Vera Wang Fall 2012
The foundation of Vera Wang's personal style is supersoft, slouchy shirts and cozy leggings, so it's only natural that her interpretation of the rigidity that's been showing up on New York runways would be softer than that of her peers. If she's not interested in living and working in constricting clothes, why would she expect, let alone encourage, other women to be?
Wang's always had a keen understanding of the female psyche (see: bridal business), and her fall collection, in part, served the dualities that can coexist there: should we be hard or soft, covered up or revealing? Wang's answer: all of the above. Her starting point was Gothic architecture, which influenced the way she cut the fabrics—sharp, structural triangles of lace on a long-sleeved top—as well as the fabric itself—shiny jacquard custom woven in a graphic geometric pattern. She used the jacquard in steel gray for a form-fitting sheath worn with a supple fur hood and in green so dark it read black for a strict tunic that was balanced by fluid, sheer chiffon pants. It was done in a brilliant sun-gold that was a reminder of how wonderful Wang can be with color, but those pieces, seen during a preview of the collection, didn't appear to have made the final cut. What really stood out, though, as it consistently has, was the outerwear. Wang makes a fantastic, sophisticated parka, and that's just the truth. Even in a season shaping up to be strong for coats, Wang's oversize camel-wool vest and simple gray jacket with giant black fur lapels were some of the best.
For more information and a full profile on Vera Wang, go to Voguepedia.com.


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The owner of Ilkley Karate Club has launched a new class, primarily for people who are retired.
Patrick Walton, who runs the club which is now in its 26th year, says there is a big benefit to older people who take up a martial art.
He said: "The members of Ilkley Karate Club may not have discovered a panacea for eternal life, but they do have the answer to the problem of shrinking as we age, stretching.
"It is a medical fact that the human skeleton remains the same size after fully grown.
"However, with age the body ligaments contract leading to shrinking as we age. Through regular stretching associated with many of the Far East exercise programmes ligament health is maintained."
Patrick says the inspiration to set up the class came from an article he read about retired people who had started karate training and had felt the benefits.
He said: "The new class is designed for a diverse range of people who may never have even considered that karate training would be for them, but would like to try. The class will be led by an English Karate Federation qualified instructor and will follow an authentic syllabus that emanates from Japan.
"As the class instructor is himself retired he has a deeper appreciation of exercise for a mature group and women of all ages."
The class takes place at Ben Rhydding Methodist Church at 10am on Mondays, starting this week. Anyone interested should go along.
For more information, go to ilkleykarate.co.uk.


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A Californian coroner says a teenager in the Asiana Airlines crash in San Francisco was killed when she was struck by a vehicle at the scene.
San Mateo County Coroner Robert Foucrault on Friday disclosed the findings of his autopsy on 16-year-old Ye Meng Yuan, a Chinese student.
Foucralt said she died of multiple blunt injuries that are consistent with being run over by a motor vehicle. He did not say what that vehicle was.
San Francisco Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White said officials believe the girl was struck by a specialised fire vehicle.
Authorities confirmed last week that Yuan was hit by a vehicle racing to extinguish flames that broke out on the Boeing 777.
Police said she was on the ground and covered in fire-retardant foam that rescuers had sprayed on the wreckage. Yuan was one of three people who died following the crash which happened when the plane approached the runway too low and too slow and clipped a seawall.


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After Bethesda's claims that Interplay was only licensed the Fallout name for use in its Fallout MMO and Interplay's response, Bethesda has yesterday filed their own counterclaim to Interplay's counterclaim, which alleged that Bethesda's statements have been inconsistent. However, you can actually find an example of such an inconsistency below.
Bethesda repeats its original claim, based on their interpretation of the wording of the Trademark License Agreement (TLA). While Interplay argues that "Fallout brand" in the context of the agreement is not synonymous with "Fallout trademark", and was defined in the original Exclusive Licensing Agreement, and that the original intent was clearly for Interplay to create an actual Fallout game, and not "an online baseball game or poker game called 'Fallout'", Bethesda claims otherwise.
Ignoring these determinative facts, Interplay seeks to create confusion and ambiguity where none exists. Interplay's opposition is in its entirety based on the unsupported contention that the term "FALLOUT-branded MMOG" is somehow "ambiguous." Interplay seeks to introduce extrinsic evidence to alter the clear language and terms of the parties' agreements. Parol evidence, however, is neither permitted nor warranted here. The term "FALLOUTbranded MMOG" is plain and clear on its face – it means an MMOG named FALLOUT. Bethesda gave Interplay a license to call its MMOG "Fallout" if it met the conditions of the TLA. (See Bethesda Mem. at p. 5.) Nothing else was licensed to Interplay. The APA and TLA also contain undisputed, unambiguous integration clauses prohibiting admission of extrinsic agreements or understandings."
While Interplay argues that sections 3.4 and 9.3.4 of the TLA support the interpretation that Interplay was granted the right to use elements of the Fallout setting, Bethesda states that the detailed accounting of elements of the Fallout-branded MMOG that Interplay would not be able to continue to use if it were not to satisfy the conditions of the license simply "confirms that Bethesda owns all Fallout intellectual property".
I. BETHESDA HAS NO DUTY TO ALLOW INTERPLAY TO USE ALL FALLOUT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ASSETS Neither the APA nor the TLA creates any duty or obligation on Bethesda's part to allow Interplay the use of any Fallout related intellectual property assets which it unconditionally sold to Bethesda. In its opposition, Interplay fails to cite one single contractual provision in either agreement that would create such a duty. Instead, Interplay engages in a convoluted analysis of simple and straightforward agreements in a last-ditch effort to present parol evidence. Given the clarity of the relevant agreements, parol evidence is unnecessary and inappropriate. Dismissal of amended counterclaims I and II is warranted as a matter of law."
Bethesda states that Interplay never allowed Bethesda to view any Fallout Online development documents, even though Interplay, in its earlier filings, invited Bethesda representatives to view them, but objected to copying of the trade secret document and publicly submitting it as court evidence.
In the filing, it is also claimed that Bethesda had not raised the issue of Interplay not being allowed to use any Fallout-related assets earlier, suing for breach of contract on the grounds of not fulfilling the financial and development requirements, only because "Bethesda only recently learned of Interplay's multiple infringements from Interplay's public marketing materials". Interplay actually started releasing official materials using Fallout assets in June 2010, over 6 months before Bethesda made this claim. And proof of concept screenshots with super mutants and Nuka-Cola were admitted as court evidence back in 2009.
Bethesda also argues that Interplay should be denied additional discovery regarding the meaning and scope of the term "FALLOUT-branded MMOG". According to them, "For all the reasons discussed above, extrinsic evidence of intent is unnecessary, unwarranted and inappropriate here."


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TAMPA, Fla. – The Saint Leo women's basketball team (1-1) dropped its first game of the 2012-13 season as they fell to the Ave Maria Gyrenes (1-1), 69-58, on the final day of the Spartans' Challenge (Hosted by the University of Tampa) Saturday night from the Bob Martinez Athletic Center.
Despite seeing three double-digit scorers, including the team's first double-double of year by Chelsea Connelly, the Lions could not overcome a 44 percent (26-for-59) shooting day by the Gyrenes . Connelly finished with 12 points and a team-high 14 rebounds, while Chelsea Williams and Kinnara Lewis added 15 and 11 points, respectively.
After blistering the perimeter in the season-opener, it was the Lions' inside game that took control of the early portions of the contest as Williams amassed five of the team's first nine points.
Still, the defense had to fend-off a sharp shooting Ave Maria squad as the Gyrenes opened the contest with four, three-point field goals through the first eight minutes of action to hold a 20-16 advantage.
Assisted by a few Lions mid-half miscues, and continued proficient Ave Maria perimeter shooting, the Gyrenes stretched the advantage to nine-points, 31-22, with six minutes to play. The lead eventually grew to 14 points before a Connelly three-point play with under a minute to go cut the score to 11, 38-27, heading into the halftime break.
Sparking the Lions out of the break, Sarah Winans bucketed the half's first three-point basket to cut the Ave Maria lead to eight, 38-30. Slicing into the lead even more, three straight Keishara Green points pulled the Lions to within six, 43-37, with 15:25 to play in the half.
Unfortunately, Saint Leo could not stop the accurate shooting of the Gyrenes as nine straight points pushed the lead to a game-high 15 points with just under five minutes to play. With Ave Maria crashing the boards, the Gyrenes kept their double-digit running margin for the much of the remainder of the contest.
A last minute push, led by the Lions' Williams, cut the lead to eight but it wasn't enough as Ave Maria withstood the pressure to hold on for the win.
Despite outscoring Ave Maria 26-14 in the paint, the Gyrenes controlled the boards, 40-37. Additionally, after sinking nine three-pointers in the opener, the Lions hit on just 2-of-15 from behind the three-point line.
The Lions will travel back to the Marion Bowman Activities Center to open 2012-13 home action as they play host to the University of Puerto-Bayamon on Friday, November 16, on the first day of the Saint Leo Invitational. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m.
For more on the women's basketball program, visit SaintLeoLions.com. Also, be sure to 'Follow' the Lions on Twitter and 'Like' the Lions on Facebook.


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The harpsichord, another instrument I would love to learn how to play not just because it sounds like old money, but because I think it would sound amazing with the accordion. It would be so great to bring back the music of the Baroque and add a little flare to it with other sounds. Just think of the possibilities!


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The Western Bulldogs fought back from "30 minutes of rubbish" to surge past Greater Western Sydney for a 27-point victory on a dodgy, sand-covered Manuka Oval in Canberra on Saturday.
The Giants led at every change - as occurred when the two sides met at the same ground last year - but once again it was the Bulldogs who stormed home to finish 17.8 (110) to 12.11 (83) victors.
Bulldogs coach Brendan McCartney might have been impressed with his side's character to finish with six unanswered goals, but he was almost left lamenting a lacklustre start.
The Giants dominated the first quarter with 22 inside-50s to the Dogs' six to steal a 26-point march on their opponents.
"To be honest we thought we could win the game when we turned up today, but to serve up that rubbish for the first 30 minutes..." McCartney said.
"We were just floating around thinking it was going to happen."
McCartney seemed similarly unimpressed with the questionable playing surface - which hosted the Sheffield Shield cricket final just three weeks ago.
"There's a lot of boys with bark off their knees," McCartney said.
"It was pretty sandy. It is AFL footy, you would probably expect that you don't have that."
Two final-quarter goals by impressive Bulldogs forward Liam Jones helped snatched the victory away from the Giants, who didn't have the legs to replicate last week's late winning surge against Melbourne.
"I thought their ball use was better than ours, especially after halftime," Giants coach Leon Cameron said.
"We were starting to get concerned seven or eight minutes into the third quarter - they cut us up through the ground a couple of times."
The result leaves both sides with two wins and two losses after four rounds.
Stewart Crameri (four goals) and Jones (three goals) took the lion's share of the scoring for the `Dogs, while Matthew Boyd was outstanding with 39 possessions.
The Dogs' Dale Morris might find himself in hot water after a trip on Will Hoskin-Elliot in the first quarter, the duo immediately coming off injured and didn't return.
GWS ruckman Shane Mumford was a late withdrawal, but replacement Jonathan Giles still managed to hold his own against All-Australian representative Will Minson.
Key Giants forwards Jeremy Cameron, who booted three goals for the match, and Jonathon Patton both stood up early in their side's five-goal first-term haul.
The Bulldogs hit back in the second term with the help of an advantageous breeze, kicking three straight majors before Cameron intervened with his second of the match and the 100th of his career.
That swung the momentum back GWS' way to give them a 20-point half-time lead but the Dogs pegged the lead back to eight heading into the final term, which they duly dominated.


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The Brunel Rooms has had its lease revoked after management failed to pay their rent, the Adver understands.
The troubled club has now been forcibly closed by the property's owners. Units in the Brunel Centre are controlled by FI Real Estate Management, who moved in this week to take control of the building back.
James Raspin of FI Real Estate Management said: "We can confirm that we have revoked the lease of The Brunel Rooms and have now taken back possession of the property.
"We have been forced into taking this course of action because rent hasn't been paid."
The Adver has been attempting to contact the club but has been unable to reach management so far.
On its Twitter, feed @BrunelRooms, a spokesman for the club said: "We are closed for the next two weeks for restructuring of the business."


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I was analyzing a search report for Photoshop Elements Help this morning. One of the instances of a high bounce rate (highlighted red in the report) was for 'history brush'. I searched for 'history brush' in the Help PDF and found zero results.
Well, I am a new user of Photoshop Elements. And that's the reason I expected it to be defined there. Had I been familiar with Photoshop Elements (and Photoshop), I would have instead googled for 'history brush'. And that's what I did next.
The scenario is crystal clear now. Photoshop users who are aware of the power of the History brush in Photoshop look for the tool in Photoshop Elements.
The History brush does not exist in Photoshop Elements.
Has anybody figured out a way to simulate the History brush in Photoshop Elements?
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- http://www.adobetutorialz.com/articles/336/1/How-can-I-simulate-Photoshop's-History-brush-when-using-Elements
If you are a new user like me, let me know how easy or difficult it was for you to simulate the Photoshop History brush functionality with layers in Photoshop Elements.
And for those Photoshop users who are looking for a History brush in Photoshop Elements, I need to do something more. Because they are limiting their search in Help, I need to find the right place(s) in the Help and tell them that the History brush is not available in Photoshop Elements and point them to workarounds (pretty much what I have said here).
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The English Major demonstrates his or her ability to Read texts closely and think critically.
He or she is able to
- Comprehend a text's literal/factual content
- Distinguish between a passage's literal/factual content and its figurative/symbolic/interpretive content
- Analyze a text closely and identify rhetorical strategies therein
- Connect a passage's formal structure and thematic content with the text as a whole
- Extrapolate the larger implications (social, philosophical, ethical, argumentative) of these patterns
In my coursework, I have developed these skills through a variety of projects. I have selected ?? learning artifacts to show that I have met each of the five components of the Reading learning outcome.
In the paragraph(s) that follow, I will explain why my chosen learning artifacts demonstrate that I have met each of these components.
Note: A particularly productive way to demonstrate growth over time is to compare an artifact from the freshman or sophomore year with one from the junior or senior year and to explain how you believe the pair of texts shows that you are now meeting this learning outcome.


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Season 7: Episode 120: The GumTo help revive an old movie theater, Kramer calls on George's childhood neighbor Lloyd Braun, who's recovering from a nervous breakdown. Gloating over Lloyd's misfortune, George runs into his old neighbor Pop Lazzari. But when his daughter Deena reveals he gave up his garage after a nervous breakdown of his own, it's too late for him to keep Pop from working on George's car.
Uncomfortable about sitting with Lloyd at the theater, Elaine claims Jerry forgot his glasses and asks to be put in the front row. And to protect Lloyd's feelings, Kramer gives Jerry a pair of glasses from the theater's lost and found. But when Kramer learns they belong to the guest of honor at the theater's grand reopening, he trades them for a much stronger pair, making it virtually impossible for Jerry to see. Meanwhile, a pair of revealing accidents convince Lloyd that Elaine is coming on to him.
Though upset with the noises now coming from his car, George is excited when Deena suggests they get together --- until discovering she thinks he's on the verge of a nervous breakdown. And listening to George blame everyone from her father to a coffee shop cashier for a fire that destroyed his car only reinforces the belief. Yet, it's seeing George promoting a theater matinee dressed as King Henry the Eighth that convinces Deena he's insane.


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Liberal frontbencher Simon Birmingham has confirmed the Abbott government is considering the future of the National Water Commission.
Senator Birmingham, the parliamentary secretary to Environment Minister Greg Hunt, would not confirm the Commission's fate in an interview with ABC Radio on Monday.
"As everyone appreciates, the government has a huge budget challenge to bring the budget back into a sustainable shape, and we've made it very clear that all areas of government are under review for efficiency opportunities, and of course, across the water portfolio we're looking at that," Senator Birmingham said.
The ABC reported on Monday the abolition of the Commission was likely to save the government about $30 million over four years.
The Commission is an independent statutory authority that provides advice to the Council of Australian Governments and the Australian Government on national water issues and audits progress in implementing the Murray-Darling basin plan, which has now been agreed to by all relevant states and the ACT.
Senator Birmingham said the Commission performed "some very valuable work,'' but the government received advice on water policy from a number of sources, including the Murray-Darling Basin Authority, the federal environment department and the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences.
"Everything is being considered and looked at carefully to ensure that we give taxpayers best value for their money," Senator Birmingham said.
Senator Birmingham said the review did not "in any way undermine our commitment to deliver on key policy promises - especially promises like delivering on the Murray-Darling basin plan - in full and on time".


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Hello from northern Canada.
I have been BBQing for a number of years and it is only after I got "How to Grill" and "The BBQ Bible" that I have entered a new dimesion. I BBQ on just about every night that I can and have even cooked breakfast and lunch when the temp hit near 100F(or 35C for us stuck with metric). There is something to be said when you serve up bacon and eggs cooked on the cue. One of the best so far has to be the beer can chicken.I tried the Buffalo Wings and they were a big hit at the last party. I even do walleye on the bbq and it is delicious.
I am now looking for recipes for bison or buffalo. I have tried one that I have found and now would like to expand my horizons. If anyone has any ideas or links to wbsites that have buffalo recipes, please let me know.
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From time to time we may find ourselves suffering from dry winter skin or another common, yet treatable, skincare complaint. Long ago, many skincare conditions existed with few, if any, remedies to return the skin to a normal, more comfortable state. A candle maker named John David Stiefel teamed up with two dermatologists in 1847 to craft medicated soaps as a remedy for a variety of skincare conditions. Stiefel Labs grew dramatically to include a wide array of products suitable for treating skin irritation and other concerns with non-prescription formulas that get real results.
The Stiefel Labs Products include creams, powders, washes, and other treatments for a variety of fungal and bacterial skin ailments. These special products help to ease symptoms and clear up conditions when you don't feel comfortable in your own skin. The collection of Stiefel Labs Products focuses on various types of fungus, acne, eczema, and other irritants of the skin. Quality, safety, and purity are three key promises from this brand, and products are also priced affordably. The Stiefel Labs Products are a safe and effective answer to many common skin problems.
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Main Page | Types of Arrhythmias | Cause | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Resource Guide
Arrhythmias occur when there is a disruption in how the electrical signal develops or moves throughout the heart. Factors that can cause arrhythmias include:
External factors that are associated with arrhythmias include:
Symptoms, diagnosis & monitoring of arrhythmia. American Heart Association website. Available at: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Arrhythmia/SymptomsDiagnosisMonitoringofArrhythmia/Symptoms-Diagnosis-Monitoring-of-Arrhythmia_UCM_002025_Article.jsp#. Updated September 19, 2016. Accessed June 1, 2017.
Understand your risk for arrhythmia. American Heart Association website. Available at: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Arrhythmia/UnderstandYourRiskforArrhythmia/Understand-Your-Risk-for-Arrhythmia_UCM_002024_Article.jsp#.WTAaIOvytQJ. Updated December 21, 2016. Accessed June 1, 2017.
What causes an arrhythmia? National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute website. Available at:https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/arr/causes. Updated July 1, 2011. Accessed June 1, 2017.
Last reviewed June 2017 by Michael J. Fucci, DO, FACC
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Offense misses opportunities as Rox fall in 10
Francis, bullpen effective in wild loss; Rosario belts sixth homer
PHOENIX -- The Rockies drew four first-inning walks from D-backs starter Wade Miley on Saturday. Such strategy normally means a big inning.
Instead, the Rockies were left scratching their heads. The rest of the night didn't get much better, and Colorado ended up losing, 3-2, in 10 innings at Chase Field in front of 31,019.
"It didn't look like we were supposed to win this game from the outset," Rockies outfielder Michael Cuddyer said.
Cody Ross ended the odd game with a 10th-inning sacrifice fly against Edgmer Escalona (1-1) to lift the D-backs to 6-0 in extra innings this season, as well as to a game behind the National League West-leading Rockies.
The Rockies have dropped two of three in the four-game set, which concludes Sunday afternoon. In Thursday's 3-2 loss they were 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position, and on Saturday they were 1-for-9. But Saturday seemed worse, especially after that first inning.
Ross' winning RBI was set up when A.J. Pollock singled off Escalona to open the 10th and took third on a steal and catcher Wilin Rosario's throwing error.
"I was just looking for something out over the plate that I could get some good wood on, and fortunately [I was] able to get it into the air," said Ross, who punctuated his fly ball with a triumphant bat flip, before the D-backs rushed from the dugout to celebrate.
Miley allowed 11 baserunners, including a career-high seven on walks, in 4 1/3 innings but did not surrender a run.
Miley walked Dexter Fowler and Jordan Pacheco to open the game but forced a double-play grounder from Carlos Gonzalez, who went 1-for-5 and is in a 4-for-34 rut. Miley then walked Troy Tulowitzki and Cuddyer, only to strike out Rosario.
"I think it's fair saying he was effectively wild," Rockies manager Walt Weiss said. "I don't know if I've ever seen four walks in an inning without a run."
In fact, it had never happened in D-backs history. The inning was only the start of the Rockies' maddening evening.
Miley left with the bases loaded in the fifth, only to have reliever Brad Ziegler work Cuddyer into a double play.
Rosario opened the Rockies' sixth with his sixth homer of the year, off Ziegler. Dexter Fowler, who made a diving catch to save a run in the sixth, used his speed for a leadoff double in the seventh and scored on Tulowitzki's two-out hit. However, that inning ended with Tulowitzki being thrown out at second trying to stretch his single.
The eighth was nothing but disappointment.
Cuddyer and Rosario began the frame with singles off David Hernandez. Josh Rutledge attempted to bunt, but Hernandez's pitch was in the dirt. Catcher Miguel Montero, however, improbably scooped up the pitch and threw out Cuddyer, who thought he could advance.
"I don't know how in the hell he caught it, and I think if you ask him he doesn't know," Cuddyer said.
Then Rosario misread Rutledge's line drive and was doubled off second.
"You've got to take advantage of it," said Fowler, who walked three times in addition to his double. "You have guys all over the place."
The messy offensive plays negated a decent pitching night by lefty Jeff Francis and more solid work from the bullpen.
Francis, pitching on three days' rest, gave up Pollock's solo homer and Ross' RBI triple in the first on changeups. Then he pocketed that pitch and didn't give up any more runs in his five innings.
"The [changeup] just hasn't been doing much for me, so I had to throw more fastballs the rest of the game, and try to take a little off or add a little more," Francis said.
The bullpen would extend its scoreless streak to 16 innings before the 10th, and there was plenty of clutch work.
Gerardo Parra singled off Adam Ottavino to open the seventh and advanced two bases on a wild pitch, but Ottavino then fanned Josh Wilson and Cliff Pennington. Rex Brothers walked Alfredo Marte then forced Martin Prado to fly out to right for his ninth straight scoreless outing. Matt Belisle also struck out Prado to end the ninth with two on base.
"Jeff [Francis] did his job, the bullpen did its job," Weiss said. "Our offense didn't really do a job tonight."
Thomas Harding is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Hardball in the Rockies, and follow him on Twitter @harding_at_mlb. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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An amateur photographer has donated an inspiring picture to St Helier hospital to replace one that was stolen.
Carshalton man Geoff Christian is still hoping the thief that stole a picture of Tower Bridge he had framed and gave to St Helier hospital decides to give it back, but as that has not happened despite an appeal in this newspaper, he has had another one made and gave it to the hospital.
Mr Christian originally gave the picture to the hospital to hang in the room where his uncle was being treated, but after he left the picture was taken and has not been returned.
Now he has had another picture of the bridge, taken when it was adorned with the Olympic rings, framed and he donated to the hospital.
He said: "It's exactly the same picture. I'm glad it will be there for other patients as my uncle certainly liked it. Even before he knew, he could tell it was me that took it. As it was being brought in, he said 'that's nephew's picture'.
"It's obviously disappointing the first one has gone but I hope this one will provide hope to other patients."
The first picture went missing earlier this year. There are only three versions of it in existence - the one in the hospital now, one Mr Christian donated to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution and the one that was stolen.
Mr Christian added: "If someone sees one anywhere else, then it is probably the stolen picture and I hope someone will tell the Sutton Guardian if they see it."
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Waldo's AdventureSituation puzzles (sometimes called lateral thinking puzzles) are ones where you need to ask lots of yes or no questions to figure out what happened in the situation. These are good puzzles for groups where one person knows the puzzle and answers the questions.
Waldo was wandering the city of San Francisco. It was a sunny September day, and the city was overflowing with tourists and locals out walking with their dogs, many wearing red.
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Think back to first grade.
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Sony Xperia Z1 vs LG G2: First look
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1. emadshiny (Posts: 1144; Member since: 05 Dec 2012)
The only thing i hate about Sony is how they choose their wallpapers!
13. eli577 (Posts: 84; Member since: 29 Jun 2010)
There's another thing, those giant bezels in all directions with no physical buttons (nor touch). From the pictures I can already tell that the Z1 is bigger than the G2, how come Ray can't notice it? :D
Oh, and one more thing: watch when Ray holds the Z1 in an angle and see how the quality of the screen changes....therefore it's obviuos this trilominuous"
14. eli577 (Posts: 84; Member since: 29 Jun 2010)
so....: therefore it's obviuos this "trilominuous" thing is just another empty phrase like Bravia engine and Exmor...LOL
15. Commentator (Posts: 3722; Member since: 16 Aug 2011)
Or you could read the reviews that state that Sony's new screen competes very well with the screens on the G2 and One?
16. eli577 (Posts: 84; Member since: 29 Jun 2010)
Sorry, but I'm looking at a display, not reading about it....
And there was a reason for not mentioning G2's display, cause I think all of the flagship devices have better displays than this trilominous one.
19. sum182 (Posts: 229; Member since: 19 Nov 2011)
looking at a picture/video of a display? boy is that and acurate way to judge /s. I'll be waiting to compare it to my DNAs 440ppi LCD to draw a conclusion....The side bezels arnt giant, or weren't untill recently we decided we'd take loss of integrity over looks. And they help with the waterproofing (i believe), so they dont bother me. but thats all opinion i suppose. I doubt i'll even get a chance to test run this beast, being in the US and all... The other benefit to this...well Sony in general, is their support for AOSP.
22. eli577 (Posts: 84; Member since: 29 Jun 2010)
That's why I wrote "giant bezels in all directions", not just the side bezels, the upper and the lower bezels' size are more annoying, considering the fact that it has no physical buttons.
20. emadshiny (Posts: 1144; Member since: 05 Dec 2012)
At first i recommend you check your eyes!
Then tell me, wont you complain if the bezels were thin but the phone had a weak battery, weak camera and weak speaker?? (not mentioning water proof)
Fanboys like you always search for something to cry about.
Now go and enjoy trolling around.
30. DONUT (Posts: 433; Member since: 27 Jun 2013)
but the G2 has thin bezels, without a weak battery, camera and possibly even without a weak speaker
2. wrm2013 (Posts: 209; Member since: 28 Mar 2013)
Dude where is the z1 mini. When this mini sells like hot cakes others will start making top end spec 4.5 and under phones...... So says my crystal ball.
5. dancorcal (Posts: 39; Member since: 23 Jan 2013)
I think so too. Nexus 5 is my next phone no matter what because I can't get contract pricing until next fall. Hopefully by then LG will have stuff the g2 proc and camera into a small one hand unit while still having 4.5 or 4.6 display. Looking at the bezel on the G2 I think the could use the same ratio of screen to bezel and fit a 4.5 into a phone the size of the S4 mini.
3. TheLolGuy (Posts: 483; Member since: 05 Mar 2013)
I think LG should've kept the front free of logos for a sexy clean black front like the Nexus 4 and Moto X.
Also the crystal reflection design on the original G was good looking too IMO. I wonder why they dropped it :(
I guess the logo thing wouldnt really matter if it looked uniform and classy. Sony's logo is simple and pleasant. LG's looks bulky and industrial-ish?
4. theruleslawyer (Posts: 108; Member since: 23 Apr 2012)
Doesn't help that I associate LG with low end appliances.
6. TheLolGuy (Posts: 483; Member since: 05 Mar 2013)
Well thats a shame, because their appliances aren't really low end. There are plenty of no-name brands that make them so LG doesn't have to.
I suspect rather that you associate any company that makes home appliances like washers and refrigerators to be low end themselves. Kind of like how I bet you see sewer workers or garbage clean-up as the dirty scum humans of the earth, right? Even though they carry a critical role.
9. Commentator (Posts: 3722; Member since: 16 Aug 2011)
...Or he's had bad experiences with LG products and you shouldn't jump to conclusions about his views on other things anyways because that's no better than what he's doing, right?
7. Commentator (Posts: 3722; Member since: 16 Aug 2011)
I'm not sure why they went with both the LG letters and the LG symbol. One or the other would be fine, but not both.
10. yasir-921 (Posts: 81; Member since: 02 Oct 2012)
In that way, SAMSUNG logo starts and doesn't want to end?
8. yasir-921 (Posts: 81; Member since: 02 Oct 2012)
How can Z1's screen be great? Its TFT afterall!
Plus the "G" brand for its camera is nothing exciting!
The XZ has bioniz cmos backlight camera, something like that but the Z's camera is the worst camera to date! Same is going to be for the Z1.
Sony is trying to create excitement about all the G stuff and all, but again, Z1 will fail in camera department, screen quality.
11. Commentator (Posts: 3722; Member since: 16 Aug 2011)
If you say so...
12. emadshiny (Posts: 1144; Member since: 05 Dec 2012)
WOW, you look so angry!
I think your salary is delayed. LOL
18. InspectorGadget80 (unregistered)
jeeze man you don't have too be so mad bout TFT screen. don't like it then don't buy it. every screen have pros and cons.
25. yasir-921 (Posts: 81; Member since: 02 Oct 2012)
LoL at your comments. but that will be the fact!
27. pyradark (Posts: 884; Member since: 10 Jun 2012)
all screen are TFT!!!
17. PhoneArenaUser (Posts: 5498; Member since: 05 Aug 2011)
I choose Sony Xperia Z1. :)
21. hitman346 (Posts: 1; Member since: 04 Sep 2013)
" The LG G2's IPS display looks like it can easily compete with the Xperia Z1's panel and even beat it." Really ? Think again. w ww.youtube.com/watch?v=7VXFuMXu-SQ
23. Hughey2k2 (Posts: 14; Member since: 26 Jul 2012)
The Z1 definitely looked better in that video then the LG G2 the S4 wasn't even in the same league.
24. xperiaz1case (Posts: 1; Member since: 04 Sep 2013)
Yes I'm definitely like more on z1...
26. SonyCraperiaSucks (banned) (Posts: 25; Member since: 30 Aug 2013)
Lol obviously the G2 has the better screen, Trilumicrap still isnt as good, watch that large contrast loss (not as much as XZ) but still horrible compared to AMOLED or even IPS.
29. eli577 (Posts: 84; Member since: 29 Jun 2010)
Agreed, but I think the color shifting is a bigger problem on Sony's display, despite the "new technology", it still gets washed out and "foggy".
28. wicpromd (Posts: 266; Member since: 20 Aug 2013)
G2 has the crappy display and crappy design and yes crappy plastic
xperia z1 all way
even s3 display beats g2


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Protest violence against women
February 12, 2013
The public is invited to wear red and join "One Billion Rising" on Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Town Lift Plaza at 11:30 a.m. to protest rape and violence against women. This gathering of women and men inspired by Eve Ensler's V-Day is a revolution, a dance, a strike and a world-wide moment. Donations to the Peace House gladly accepted. For more information, call Park City Performing Arts Foundation at (435) 655-3114. Submitted by the Park City Performing Arts Foundation.


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Hotel Mingood
Comfortable and stylish hostel living at the most affordable price! 5 star quality hostel. Located a mere 2 minute walk to the chic part of the city.
Availability & RatesTo view availability and prices please select dates and click 'Update Dates'
Hotel Facilities & Policies
- 24 Hour Reception
- 24 Hour Security
- Adaptors
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Bicycle hire
- Book Exchange
- Free Breakfast
- Business Centre
- Cafeteria
- Child Friendly
- Cots available
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Currency Exchange
- Elevator
- Telephone/Fax Facilities
- Free City Maps
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Hot Tub
- House Keeping
- Internet Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Meeting Rooms
- No Curfew
- Non Smoking
- Outdoor Terrace
- Parking
- Postal Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Taxes included
- Tours/Travel Desk
- Vending Machines
Cancellation PolicyThis property has a 1 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
DirectionsShow MapHide Map
From the Train Station or Butterworth Bus Terminal:
By following the signs, it will lead you to the ferry terminal which is adjacent to the train station. The ferry fare is about RM1.20. The journey to George Town terminal takes about 20 minutes. From the terminal, a 3 minute walk takes you to the taxi/bus stand. The taxi fare should be around RM10-12 and the journey through the streets of George Town should take only 10 minutes. You can also try the trishaws and the fare should not be more than RM10. (Please enquire the fare before boarding a taxi or trishaw).You may take the RapidPenang Public bus (Fare RM1) to Penang Road and stop in front of 7/11.
If you are driving, turn left as you come out from the ferry terminal. You are now in Jalan Pengkalan Weld. Make a right at the first right turning and you will be in Chulia Street. By driving along this street, it will lead to the end where it meets Penang Road and Argyll Road. You will see Veenai Odeon cinema right in front of you. There is a road divider ahead which blocks your passage to Argyll Road. Turn left into Penang road and take the first right into Dato' Koyah road and another right into Clarke Street. You will see the MAA Building as you make a left into Argyll road. We are just 3 doors from the MAA building. You will notice a Caltex petrol station on your left before reaching the hotel.
From Penang Bus Terminal(Sungei Nibong)
Taxi fare to hotel RM25 Duration 20 mins.There is a Bus Stop just outside of the terminal. Take the Milan Bus (Yellow) with direction board TO KOMTAR. Fare RM2 Duration 35-45 mins. From KOMTAR its a 15 mins walk to the hotel (see map). Taxi or trishaw from KOMTAR . Fare RM10 Duration 3-5 mins.
One can get to the hotel by airport taxi which operates by coupon system . Get the coupon from its counter which is located right in front of the exit door of the arrival hall. The costs is RM42.00 .The ride to the hotel will take not more than 30 minutes. NEW effective 1st July 2008, Airport Bus to the City is available with RapidPenang Bus which departs from right outside the departure hall of the airport. Frequency : Every 45 Minutes. Bus Fare Only RM3.00. Good choice for those not in a hurry to get into the city. Once in the city, you may take a taxi /fares not more than MYR12.00/ride 5 mins to the hotel.
From the Langkawi/Medan Ferry Terminal
As you come out of the terminal, there are lots of taxis and trishaws available. You can board either but remember to enquire the fare before boarding, which should not be more than RM12 for either. The terminal is just beside the Fort Cornwallis (an old British fort) which is within the Esplanade grounds. The short route takes you through a scenic part of Georgetown with some old majestic buildings along the way and the ride by taxi should be less than 10 minutes.
By car via Penang Bridge
As you cross over one of Asias longest bridge, you will notice Jerejak Island on your left (a former Leposy island which later converted into a penal colony and which is now a resort). As you inch closer to Penang Island, look out for the directions to George Town.
From Penang Bridge, the quickest (shortest ?) route to George Town is by using the new Jelutong Expressway. As you exit the bridge look out for George Town and as you travel along this straight coastal road, the sea should be on your right while Caltex petrol station and Tesco should be on your left. You will be able to notice Komtar (the tallest building on the island) ahead of you Keep going straight for the next few minutes (no left turns yet!). As you inch closer to the city centre, traffic seems to build up and moving at a slower pace. Continue your journey and you will reach the first traffic light. The second traffic light is less than 100 metres from the first one. Be prepared to make your first left turn after the second traffic light (do not turn at the traffic light) . As you turn left (1st turning) you will notice the road seemingly narrower and traffic moving even slower. Turn right (2nd turning) at the first intersection and be prepared to make a left turn (3rd turning) at the next one. You are now in Magazine Road and traffic is at a crawl. As you travel along this road, Prangin Mall, Traders Hotel and Komtar will be on your right. The traffic lights are very close to one another. Keep to the right side of the street and at the third traffic light, turn right (4th turning). You are now in Penang road and this time keep to the left side of the street. You will notice a pedestrian bridge ahead and at this bridge make a left turn into Burma road ( 5th turning). Now immediately keep to the right side of the street and make a right ( 6th turning) at Trinity Auto. You are now in Transfer road and your journey is nearing its end. Keep on going and you will pass a traffic light and a short distance later a Caltex station. At that intersection (Caltex), make a left (7th turning). We are just before the MAA building. Your journey ends here. The duration from Penang bridge to Hotel Mingood should be between 15 to 20 minutes.
For those coming from Thailand by mini van, most mini vans will stop at Chulia Street which is about 400m from the hotel. At times the driver will drive you to our doorstep , if you tip them a few ringgits (RM5).
Located Near
We are only 300 metres from Chulia Street and the Indian Restaurant 'Passages To India' . We are located near most of the Unesco World Heritage Sites. Public bus stop are just a few mintues walk away. Our Fantastic local Rapid Bus transport connections mean that all of George Town's and beyond attractions are easily accessible. These attractions include Kuan Yin Temple, Fort Cornwallis, Queen Victoria Clock Tower, State Museum, Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple and Floating Mosque.


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Touching Base: A Message from the Chief June 23, 2013
Dear Community Members and Department Personnel:
Our Community:
On June 16, the Pasadena Police Department and Paseo Colorado hosted it annual Classic Car Show, which was held next to the Chalk Walk Festival. The events were well attended and there were more than 77 classic cars in the show. The department's static show featured the MD 500 Helicopter and the Bear-Cat Tactical Rescue Vehicle. Special thanks to the men and women who volunteered to make the car show a huge success. PPD Community Services Section Officer Cristian Allen was lead coordinator for the Car Show, assisted by Officer Ralph Ordonez, Sgt. Bobby Lomeli, and supported by Lieutenant Ed Calatayud. Significant contributions were made on the part of PD Explorers and their advisors, Officer Dave Thomas and Corporal Glenn Thompson, Special Enforcement Section Officer Anthony McGlade, Air Ops Section Pilot Steve Thurston, and Jose Valdez. Special thanks to the numerous PD Volunteers and PAL Board Members for their contributions while managing the information center.
On June 20, Pasadena Police Lieutenant Ed Calatayud, along with personnel assigned to the department's Community Service Section & Safe Schools Team, hosted a BBQ lunch for local students attending the Lake Avenue Church Summer Skills Program. I understand the event was very well attended by students and staff.
On June 22, Commander Chris Russ, Sergeant Dennis Beene, Officer Matthew Chavarin, Deborah K Sanchez and I attended the "Happy Birthday Pasadena" celebration, which was held at the Pasadena Museum of History. Several VIPs attended the cake-cutting ceremony.
On June 22, Deputy Chief Darryl Qualls, Commander Chris Russ, Lieutenants Diego Torres and Pete Hettema, Sergeant Dennis Beene, Officers Shannon Reece and Jamie Robinson attended the "Evening with the Star Chefs" to support Rosemary Children's Services. The event was held at Pasadena City Hall and was well attended.
On June 22, Commander John Perez and Norma Perez, Deborah K. Sanchez and I attended the Pasadena Mental Health Center's "Change the Beat" fund raiser. The event was well attended and helped raise issues associated with mental health. Pasadena Mental Health Center has been a long-time community partner in the effort to assist those suffering from mental health issues.
Pasadena's Finest:
On June 13, I received an email from Pali Mountain Retreat and Conference Center Director Jennifer Sirekia, commending PPD Officer Sahak Nersesyan for his professional attitude and energy during a recent meeting. Jennifer wrote, "…thank you all for your time and hard work that you put into planning the retreat. From the beginning to the end, you were professional, organized, and communicated all your needs to me in a timely manner…"
On June 17, I received an email from a Pasadena community member commending several Pasadena police officers and dispatchers for their efforts to recover a stolen I-Phone. The author wrote, "… I couldn't be more pleased with their consideration and promptness, especially while so many officers were dealing with the tragic events at Del Mar and Michigan…"
On June 17, I received an email from a Pasadena community member commending Pasadena Police Motor Officer Gil Ortiz for his efforts during a "hit and run" traffic investigation. The author wrote, "…Officer Ortiz handled the matter in such a professional way…."
On June 22, Commander Chris Russ, Lieutenant Ed Calatayud, Corporal Glenn Thompson, Officers Veronica Burris, Darryl Harris, David Thomas, PS Michele White, and I attended the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Explorer Academy graduation, which was held in Whittier. More than 40 police explorers graduated from the academy program as family, friends, and police personnel watched. The Pasadena Police Department has an exceptional Explorer program, which is facilitated by Corporal Glenn Thompson, Officer Anthony Riley, and Officer Darryl Harris.
On June 22, Police Commander Chris Russ, Lieutenant Ed Calatayud, Explore Advisors and others attended the Pasadena Police Explorer Post 19 Awards Luncheon, which was held at Eden Garden Grill. The lunched honored our explorers for their achievements and accomplishments over the past year. To learn more about the Pasadena Police Department's Explorer Program, please visit our webpage at: cityofpasadena.net/Police.
Critical Incidents:
On June 15 at about 5:40 p.m., Pasadena police officers responded to the area of Del Mar Avenue and Michigan regarding a vehicle vs. bicyclist traffic accident. The victim was riding alongside his girlfriend when he was hit by a driver traveling on Del Mar Avenue. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he later died. The accident is under investigation.
On June 16, Pasadena Police Corporal David Llanes arrested a Male Adult fugitive in Los Angeles after several weeks of investigation. David is assigned the U.S. Marshal Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force.
From June 16 – June 17, the Pasadena Police Department investigated a string of four armed street robberies. During the commission of the first robbery, the victim recorded part of the license plate number of the suspect's car. On June 17, the suspects robbed another victim who also recorded a partial license plate number. Pasadena Police Officer Mathew Jones conducted some "good old fashion police work," and pieced together a likely license plate number. Additional investigation led to several solid leads, which included the suspect's vehicle registration information. Matt shared his findings with Sergeant Vic Alaniz, who requested the assistance of the Fugitive Apprehension Unit (FAU).
FAU detectives observed a Male Black Adult matching the physical description of one of the armed robbery suspects, enter the vehicle. Officers Alex Torres and Panfilo De La Cruz stopped the vehicle and detained the suspect driver. During the field investigation, Alex and Panfilo discovered a BB pistol and several pieces of property. A field show up was conducted and one of the victims positively identified the driver as one of the suspects involved in the string of robberies. Additional investigation revealed the names of the remaining two suspects, who were juveniles. Officers later arrested the outstanding suspects without incident. The suspects were booked at the Pasadena jail. The investigation was assigned to Pasadena Detectives David Duran and Anthony Russo, who prepared the case for review by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. The DA filed several felony charges against the suspects.
On June 20 at about 4:30 p.m., Pasadena police officers assisted PFD at a structure fire in the 200 block of East Montana Street. PPD officers assisted with traffic control while fire fighters knocked down the fire. The origin of the fire is under investigation.
Phillip L. SanchezChief of PolicePasadena Police Department207 N. Garfield AvenuePasadena, CA 91101(626) 744-4545Mission First, People Always


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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Being involved in a crash is stressful enough, but having to wait nearly two hours for a police officer to respond can make the experience even more frustrated. And, in some cases, frightening.
Since the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office slashed its budget last year -- eliminating 92 community service officer positions and 74 vacant police officer positions -- the Florida Highway Patrol has had to pick up the slack -- responding to many more crashes on state roads throughout Duval County.
It's a jurisdictional dance that left John Higbee stranded on Atlantic Boulevard for almost two hours after being rear-ended a few months ago.
"About 30 minutes later I called 911 back and said we're still here and nobody has come," said Higbee.
The JSO officer who escorted Hibgee and the other driver involved to a safe parking lot left them to wait for a state trooper to come write an accident report.
The FHP says it's all part of a new reality in response times.
ADRIENNE MOORE'S REPORTS: Part 1 | Part 2
"On a day shift, if it's not raining, it's probably 25-30, sometimes they'll go an hour," said FHP Capt. Keith Gaston. "On the afternoon shift where we have more crashes than we do on the day shift, then it's closer to an hour, and will go up to two hours."
Sheriff John Rutherford says he had no choice but to shift some of those enforcement duties back to FHP.
"I know they're struggling for resources as well," said Rutherford. "My problem is, I do not want to pull resources out of neighborhoods where I'm trying to fight violent crime to go work traffic crashes on state roads which is their responsibility," he continued.
Channel 4 pressed Gaston on how many troopers he realistically needs to cover the additional workload.
In 2011, FHP responded to more than 1,700 crashes between July 1 and December 31.
In 2012 the figures jump to 5,000 crashes during that same time period. That's a jump of more than 3,200 crashes with no additional staff.
Sheriff Rutherford says his agency is still covering about 70 percent of state roads in Duval County.
State roads that fall under zone 2, 3, and 4 are now enforced by FHP. Some of the major roads in those zones include San Jose Boulevard, Philips Highway, J. Turner Butler Boulevard, and University, Atlantic and Southside boulevards.
Traffic enforcement on state roads in zones 1, 5 and 6 are still covered by JSO. The major roads there include Martin Luther King Pkwy, Interstate 295 in Northwest Jacksonville and Lem Turner Road.
On a typical day, FHP has 21 officers patrolling Duval County, spread throughout seven shifts. JSO estimates it has 350 officers per day, divided between six different shifts. It's a difference of nearly 60 officers per day, that Capt. Gaston says he is actively trying to change.
Both agencies agree the community deserves better -- and will continue to fight for more resources.
"They need to let those folks know what the impact of these cuts are," said Rutherford. "Until they hear from the people, it's not going to be a priority."
Mayor Alvin Brown released this statement:
"The Sheriff's Office and Florida Highway Patrol are empowered as independent agencies to make the best decisions for citizens. We respect their independent authority to decide how to manage their resources and protect the public."
Florida Sen. Audrey Gibson, who sits on the Transportation Economic Developmental Appropriations Committee, was shocked to learn about the long response times.
"The division of highway safety budget is contained within that committee and when they made their budget request, there was no request for any additional officers, so no one has contacted me about it," said Gibson. "I'm not trying to minimize anybody's discomfort, but I think we have to make sure that we general public safety first in terms of what's going on in the community and what officers are responding to," she continued.
"No one has to put pressure on me to do the right thing," Gibson said. "So, if there's a conversation to be had, I welcome JSO and I welcome anyone from FHP to come and talk to me."
But the problems go beyond politics, according to State Farm Insurance agent Matt Carlucci.
"If there is an uninsured motorist at the scene, sometimes they're a little evasive and sometimes they're maybe apt to leave the scene of an accident," Carlucci said. "So a quick response might mitigate that problem."
According to Carlucci, about 50 percent of drivers on the road today are uninsured or have limited car insurance. If they take off, he says the policy holder ends up bearing the brunt of the responsibility, and can streamline the process of filing a claim.
"It helps the insurance company sort through who was at fault, and it allows the sheriff's office or FHP to find any witnesses there that can kind of attest to what happened," Carlucci said.
"If you're on the interstate and traffic is flowing, traffic is moving, and people sometimes aren't as nice on the interstate because they're trying to get where they are going, put on your emergency flashers and go to the next exit, or the next available emergency lane area where you can pull off safely, exchange information and then be on your way," said Jefferson.
Carlucci says taking pictures of any damage can be important evidence for your insurance agent.
"A picture can be worth a thousand words. For any type of insurance claim, whether it's at the home or out on the road, so that's a good idea, " Carlucci explained.
Officials with FHP and JSO say they will continue to communicate on a regular basis, and don't have any official plans to make any adjustments to the zones or responsibilities beyond what they've already implemented.
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Spinach Dip, Made Overby Robin Miller in Uncategorized, May 14, 2012
Indoors or out, spring and summer parties call for dips. Creamy concoctions intended for dunking get folks fired up. It hardly matters what's on the side – fresh vegetables, crackers, tortilla chips – they please any crowd. And one of the most frequently-served blends is the classic spinach dip. Traditionally made with sour cream, mayonnaise, spinach, water chestnuts and a packet of seasoning mix, it's often served in a bread bowl. It's been a party favorite for decades. But before you take a dip at your next soiree, check out what's perched on the end of your carrot stick:
Original Spinach Dip (the number range reflects two recipes)
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Calories 80-140
Fat 8-14g
Saturated Fat 2-2.5g
Carbohydrates 3g
Protein 1g
Sugars 1g
Cholesterol 10mg
Sodium 170-200mg
Fiber 0-1g
The worst part is, you probably devour way more than 2 tablespoons. Have no fear, the spinach dip makeover is here. Calories, fat and sodium are slashed, AND my version has a lot more healthy stuff in it. Rich in colorful, fresh ingredients, my dip has a medley of flavors you can't get from a seasoning packet. In addition to spinach, I add artichoke hearts, pimento-stuffed olives, carrots, scallions, parsley, basil and a little Dijon mustard. I also swap radishes for water chestnuts so you get crunch and a subtle peppery flavor. Enjoy this bountiful dip, loaded with tastes and textures, for a FRACTION of the calories, fat and sodium (just 28 calories in 2 tablespoons!).
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Don't let the long ingredient list scare you – most are pantry staples and/or you can swap ingredients you already have handy. You can also add additional vegetables, such as bell peppers, celery and zucchini, and serve the dip in a whole grain bread bowl.
10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed to remove all water
16 ounces light sour cream
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
14-ounce can artichoke hearts in water, drained and chopped
1/4 cup minced radishes
1/4 cup chopped pimento-stuffed olives
1/4 cup diced carrots
1/4 cup chopped scallions (green and white parts)
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well to combine. Refrigerate 30 minutes (and up to 24 hours) before serving.
Nutrition Info Per Serving (2 tablespoons)
Calories: 28
Total Fat: 1.8 grams
Saturated Fat: Total Carbohydrate: 2 grams
Sugars: 0 grams
Protein: 1 gram
Sodium: 89 milligrams
Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
Fiber: 1 gram
Robin Miller is a nutritionist, host of Quick Fix Meals, author of "Robin Takes 5" and "Robin Rescues Dinner" and the busy mom of two active little boys. Her boys and great food are her passion. Check her out at www.robinrescuesdinner.com.