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As the main thread has been taken over by people asking for invites I thought I'd open this up for general banter and shenanigans.
First order of the day, how annoying it is that the monthly survivor xp resets when you log out. Got booted from the server at 66k xp. Boo.
Level 40 and 50 dungeons were pretty awesome - but very hard, that being said there were only four of us
We developed a really cool tactic for the 2nd Champion in the level 50 dungeon revolving around kiting the giant pack of mobs around while slowing killing the boss from afar. Took many attempts before we figured that out but really satisfying when we did.
Some of the high level zones have had really awesome event chains including Harathi Hinterlands and a big chain about taking Centaur camps.
Also, gotta love 300% xp for being some of the first people in a zone.
EDIT 1: Also - no separated loot / interact key Anet? really? REALLY? I can't even count the number of people I saw complaining about this over beta weekends - it makes NO LOGICAL SENSE.
EDIT 2: Similarly: no option to restart/cancel instances...
This touches on a point I've made before about how they seem to have made all these great calls with the big game design issues and then screwed up lots of little ones
Last edited by Timofee; 28-08-2012 at 02:15 AM.
Damn, level 50 already? Really??
My favourite moment of frustration/silliness came form a point in my personal story. Spoiler free, the quest is a one-on-one boss fight that I just could not manage in one sitting (the bad guy has a few interrupts which really mess my elementalist up), but the respawn point is literally 10 yards from the fight. So I would kite him towards the point and then re-aggro him after each death before his health regened. Dirty cheating but worked like a charm.
That this whole encounter was framed within a sportsmanlike duel just made me laugh.
Best unintentional moment - getting a bug which caused permanent swiftness. I think it was from using a glyph of swiftness and a speed boost together. Although it was nice to feel like Usain Bolt, I'm going to try and replicate it and submit bug report if I find the cause.
Best intentional moments - Game keeps getting better and better with each zone imo. The characterisation of NPCs is the best of any mmo I've played.
I was barely able to play over the weekend. Level 10 and counting - Thursday night will be a big push for me I think as I should have the house to myself. Very much enjoyed what I've played so far though.
Still trying to get my controls set up just right. Despite not seeming to need that many keys, by the time you've got dodging, weapon swapping, and things like Mesmer shatter abilities in the pot, there's quite a lot to map out. I finally had a "click" with the combat system last night whilst fighting a pack of Ettins. I set up a chaos field and got a phantasm lobbing spells with my staff, then swapped to sword and pistol, got another phantasm up and then leapt in with my illusionary leap. Total spell effect overload and a lot of fun.
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Man, all these people I know are reporting that their characters are already at level 25-30, or even higher. Meanwhile, I'm sitting pretty at 14 and haven't even really bothered to venture out of the Plains of Ashford yet. I've been trying to do just about everything though, so maybe that's it. I mean, it takes a long time to run around and gather materials to level my weapon and armorsmithing. I mean, it's taken me forever to get the two professions to level 25. I can't keep up with my own level at all. Especially not with the way that the simplest of recipes require me to get uncommon drops. I figure a lot of it has to do with the fact that I'm leveling two professions that use the same primary material(metal), but at the same time that seems to be all I can find. Armorsmithing requires a fair bit of cloth too, and even with the fact that I'm salvaging practically everything I can't seem to ever find enough of the stuff.
And I just can't seem to figure out the discovery system all that much. I kind of figured it would be a means to waste materials, but it won't let you actually attempt to craft anything until you have a guaranteed discovery. So that idea is out the window. And I've figured out that not everything mixes in with each profession. But it just seems fairly random how stuff fits. Like, one time I had the ability to add glittering dust to my discoveries, but only that one time. Now I can't add it at all. It doesn't even show up as an option to add it in anymore. Was there seriously only one item in the entire profession that used glittering dust? Or is it just trolling me?
Also, resource nodes seem to take forever to respawn. Added in with the fact that you de-level as you go to different areas, and so you'll always pull aggro from nearby hostile mobs, it makes profession leveling just seem extremely tedious. I mean, I try to hit all the nodes as I come across them, but having to fight big groups of stuff in order to reach some of them and not having much more of an advantage over them than I had two days ago when I was just starting out makes it a bit annoying. Though I guess it does make it a bit more exciting than WoW's "I'm gonna ride my mount in circles for all the nodes in the area!" method, because I actually have to get involved.
Aside from that, I'm really enjoying the game so far. It's a nice change of pace from other MMOs because, aside from the aforementioned professions, it doesn't seem to be making itself rely on super-grinding. And figuring out how stuff works is actually interesting in this game, even if it does confuse me to no end sometimes. Though I do wish the trading post was open already, because damn it! I need crafting materials! UNRULY CRAFT! *furiously makes a new shield and pair of boots*
Do not feel bad, I'm up to level 20 and I've been playing like crazy, I don't get how people are already level 50.
this guy is), but I find the discovery system is key to quick advancement at the start of a crafting tier, then known recipes are generally the fastest way to finish each one off. Discovery is absolutely magic, and can jump you 3 or more levels for each one.
I believe that once an ingredient turns red in the discovery pane it means you've no use for it until you reach the next level band or tier. Bearing in mind you'll be getting ingredients all the time for tiers/level bands above what you can use right away, it's a handy indicator for not clogging your inventory with things. No it's not a true discovery system which is a shame, but this is countered by the fact there's no chance of failure and the rewards are really nice anyway.
I'm only just past level 75 in my two chosen professions though, so if the guide above contradicts me, then follow the guide
Last edited by Screwie; 28-08-2012 at 10:02 AM.
To be honest given the ongoing party zoning issues and other bugs, the game will be more fun to play when they are fixed. So leveling slower has the benefit of a more polished experience. I'm definitely slowing my pace now for this reason.
Trick to crafting I think, as per the guide, is to stick to refinements first until you no longer gain skill from them (i.e. they go grey). So gather everything you come across and hold out on making stuff. Then do discoveries, one of each insignia type for each weapon type until you hit the next tier, at which point it's back to refinements. So you don't actually need to grind lots of one particular rare material or end up with multiple copies of the same item.
I'm always open for grouping, the Guild screen should tell the character level so you can send invites to the appropiate people.
I am completely lost...
I spend 3 evening and at least 12 hours on the game making and deleting characters... So far my most advance character is a level 4 thief...
It's impossible to find the perfect class/race for me. I watched tons of vids, especially PVP because that's what I fear the most: bad choice for PVP.
Alright, I'll give it a try. Maybe you guys are wiser than me.
Deep down, I am a more of mélée player, but I like to have ranged options when needed. I like to be able to move fast, and I tend to play offensively. I like shiny magic effects too.
I love to pvp but always go stupidly in the middle of the fray. So either I learn to play smart or I have to choose a really sturdy class.
So I thought I might find my luck between mesmer, thief and guardian. There seemed to be too much warriors already.
I tried the 3 classes for a (really) little while. Mesmer (my first choice since it felt special): I fear not having enough mobility and I find illusions useless in (early) pve, everything dies before they start to shine. I am not sure I would be able to use my shatters properly too... Thief, I fear to be too squishy, but I really like to be quick and to have all those evasive maneuvers. Guardian, I fear that the class would be too slow to play and not playing the class adequatly if not supporting my allies properly.
In most MMOs I feel like ranged player have the edge in mass combat, is it the same here ? the combat is hectic and at times i had troubles to understand what was going out.
Right now I just want to choose a class and stick to it. Today's flavor is Mesmer again. WIth greatsword for long range combat and dual swords to satisfy my lust for blood...
Sorry for the trouble, any advice is deeply welcomed.
Thief has some good survivavility if you specialize. Against melee, for example, it has a skill you can spam on the secondary pistol that creates area blind. For PvP specifically, I can't tell you, I haven't tried it yet, to be honest I'm a little scared of doing ridiculously bad. Also, the thief in my oppinion is kind of a late bloomer, you really need to be level 15-20 to start seeing the beauty.
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I don't have much experience with many of the classes, I've picked a Ranger and I'm sticking with it for now. All I'll say is, if you feel like a class has a particular weakness you don't like, it might be the kind of thing you wouldn't notice in a group. When you end up playing with people you know well and get communicating, you usually find other classes have the abilities to plug the gaps where you're weakest. So the obvious example being a Thief getting some extra protection from a Guardian and lasting longer in a fight.
At the moment the PvP I've played has all been a bit chaotic, so getting the different classes working together is tough. Although last night our group finally had a Guardian with us, and I could definitely notice the extra survivability I had in fights.
Well bear in mind you can create any class for pvp and be max level with the best gear straight away, you do not have to pve with your pvp character at all.
Are the traits maxed as well in PvP?Play ArmA with us. (Competence not required.)
It's okay to not like things.
Anyone heard anything about the mail system? At the moment we can't send mail to players who are offline, do we know if that is going to change?
Holy crap, is that true? Doesn't make an ounce of sense!!
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Keep in mind also that while a Warrior is baseline more survivable than a thief, that difference pales in comparison to gear. If you build straight Power/Precision on a Warrior, you will die in five seconds (but you'll deal great damage for that duration). If you build straight Toughness/Vitality on an Elementalist you'll be able to tank crazy amounts of damage. Every class can play the bruiser, every class can play the glass cannon, and everything in between. So if you want to build a thief that jumps into the melee, does some damage but is pretty tanky, you can do that.
Fun fact, Guardian has the lowest base health pool of any profession (tied with two others, idr which).


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February 20, 2011 – New York Rangers 2, Philadelphia Flyers 4 (Game No. 61, Home No. 30)
* The Rangers were defeated by the Philadelphia Flyers, 4-2, today at Madison Square Garden, and are now 31-26-4 overall with a 14-13-3 mark at home.
* The Blueshirts were not awarded a power play opportunity in the contest. It is the second time this season they did not skate in a power play (Nov. 15 at PIT, 3-2 win in overtime).
* Wojtek Wolski opened the game's scoring with an even strength tally at 12:43 of the first period, and tied for the game-high with six shots on goal in 21:22 of ice time. He has registered 10 points (three goals, seven assists) in the last 15 games.
* Derek Stepan notched a goal at 5:28 of the third period, and registered five shots on goal and won a game-high, eight faceoffs in 13 attempts (62%). He has now tallied seven points (three goals, four assists) in the last eight home games.
* Dan Girardi registered the primary assist on Stepan's third period goal, and logged 24:33 of ice time. He was also credited with a game-high-tying, six hits and led the team with three blocked shots. Entering today's contest, Girardi led the league with 169 blocked shots.
* Ryan McDonagh recorded the primary assist on Wolski's first period goal, and logged a career-high, 23:15 of ice time.
* Michael Sauer tallied one assist and registered two blocked shots in 23:46 of ice time. He has now recorded two assists in the last three games.
* Marc Staal registered one assist and logged a team-high, 26:12 of ice time. He has now recorded four points (one goal, three assists) in the last five games.
* Henrik Lundqvist stopped 20 of 23 shots and is now 23-20-4, including a 10-10-3 mark at home.
* Ryan Callahan was credited with a game-high-tying, six hits and registered four shots on goal in 20:24 of ice time. Callahan is currently tied for 11th in the NHL with 163 hits on the season.
* New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that forward Kris Newbury has been recalled from the Connecticut Whale of the American Hockey League (AHL). Newbury, 28, has recorded nine goals and 33 assists for 42 points, along with 105 penalty minutes in 51 games with Connecticut this season. He leads the team and is tied for eighth in the AHL in assists, ranks second on the Whale in points and fourth in penalty minutes. Newbury returns to the Rangers, where he has registered one assist and 35 penalty minutes in eight games this season. He made his Blueshirts debut at Montreal on January 15, and recorded his first point as a Ranger with the primary assist on the game-tying goal in a 3-2 shootout win at Atlanta on January 22. The Brampton, Ontario native was originally San Jose's fifth round pick, 139th overall, in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. He was acquired by the Rangers from Detroit in exchange for forward Jordan Owens on March 3, 2010.
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Ryan Callahan on today's game … "I don't think we have to change anything that we are doing, we are working hard and getting opportunities. It's just a matter of burying that next one, which we didn't do today, and if that goes in you're not sure what happens. We are working hard and executing our system and I thought today we played a full 60 minutes. We played a great game but at the end of the day we didn't get the two points that we needed."
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RECORDED crime dropped 7.8 per cent and anti-social behaviour reports were down 32 per cent during a six-week crackdown in Sandwell.
The third annual Safer 6 campaign also saw around 30 tonnes of waste and litter cleared from 'grot spots' across the borough.
The campaign involved more than 10 organisations joining forces to build on their day-to-day work together by targeting their efforts and providing extra reassurance as the nights drew in and during the bonfire and fireworks season.
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So why do we want to even talk about this? Because doing nothing is not an option! In the corporate world, succession planning is a real world event. In our world, it has to be more than just a transition plan. Our planning process has to capture all the value that the principal moving out can possibly give – and it quite often is all about personal contacts and networks that are the most important.
HOW TO GET STARTEDThe effort has to start by developing a transition plan that outlines a three- to five-year process. It needs to address ownership and practice as separate but related issues. This is really the "exit plan" that is often talked about as part of the original business plan. To understand that factor, let's examine the options:
These are the choices. What you want to get out of the effort will greatly influence which one is best. You need to look at:
The first step in the transition process is doing an assessment of the firm and the key staff along with doing a Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats (SWOT) session to better understand who and what you are. Then, looking at that, you can determine what you want to get out of the business and how best to make that happen. If there are multiple existing owners or other key principals involved, they all have to be included in this effort.
Select a facilitator from outside of the firm but one who understands your "industry" that can lead the process. This facilitator can then lead in the development of a strategic plan to achieve the goal. While you might have more than one option, it is best to focus on only one of the options and write the plan around that. You might have to utilize financial and legal advisers at some point in the process.
The strategic plan has to have commitments from all parties involved, time schedules, milestones and goals. When the goals of the strategic plan have been achieved, the business plan is developed that will lead to ultimate success. It all starts by committing to making transition happen.
Neil Dick is managing principal of Shaker Heights-based DickGroup Consultants,which focuses on business/strategic planning and M&A for architectural, engineering and construction firms.


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Since the IMA took ownership of the Miller House and Garden in 2009, we have come to know more intimately the gift of a 20th-century architectural masterpiece. The Miller House is worthy of many superlatives, but as an older house requiring care and maintenance it presents challenges and surprises just as would any other. The questions may be framed slightly differently, but the joys and frustrations are much the same.
A task that we knew we would face one day was bulb replacement and cleaning of the Venini chandelier above the Millers' dining table. This fixture was not part of the original furnishing scheme for the house, but came as a later addition after the Millers purchased it in Italy in about 1960. We had heard stories of the care and effort required of Miller employees to dismantle the chandelier for cleaning, but being reluctant to tackle such a daunting project, I had pushed it to the back burner where it stayed until nearly every bulb was out. Now we had no choice. Dismantle or go dark!
To prepare for the task, we padded and covered the dining table and placed a series of folding tables nearby on which we could wash and dry each of the 200 individual polyhedral glass "prisms." A crew of four went to work; two to stand on the table to dismantle the chandelier, and two to do the washing and drying. In this design, the glass elements are suspended from a steel frame on linked wires, each pendant group fastened to the frame with a tiny nut and bolt. Tedious work, but we soon found the system and a rhythm. It took until early evening to reassemble everything, but with the glass cleaned, the sparkle of the chandelier was restored, more charming than ever.
With the glass off the frame, it was evident that the chandelier still had its original European wiring and fittings, which had been adapted to accept standard U.S. chandelier-base bulbs. Yellowed with age, they are past due for a rewiring. That will be a task for the winter. Just like every old house project, one thing only leads to another.
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NASHVILLE -- Brandon Springer scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds and Cumberland used a 15-2 run at the end of the first half, defeating Tennessee State 93-85 Friday night at the Gentry Center.
Rodney James had two field goals and Springer hit three free throws, leading a 15-2 run that gave the Bulldogs a nine-point lead at intermission.
Cumberland extended with advantage with a 26-10 spurt to start the second half and TSU was never able to get closer than 13 points until the final minute of the contest.
Thomas Douglas scored 18 points for the Bulldogs and Jamar Finley added 12 in the win.
Rontreal Braxton's 3-pointer made it 33-32 TSU and Springer tied the game with one free throw. Rodney James hit a basket before Channing Tucker hit a jumper, both on assists from Douglas.
Springer hit two more foul shots and James added another bucket before Thomas hit a jumper with 15 seconds left in the half to give CU the 44-35 lead.
Cumberland takes on Oakwood University Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Dallas Floyd Recreation Center in the home opener for the Bulldogs.


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Do television stars under contract to a network have any choice in the shows they appear on? I've been wondering about that ever since watching the first episode of Bringing Sexy Back, a reality makeover show fronted by Sunrise co-host Samantha Armytage. The new Channel Seven series promises "jaw-dropping transformations", but it may be the perception of Armytage's career and not a contestant's body that undergoes the most radical change.
Debuting at 7.30pm on Tuesday night, Bringing Sexy Back – thanks for that, Justin Timberlake – has decent intentions and poor execution. It's the kind of show that Larry Emdur's incredible teeth are normally dispatched to host, but there's Armytage enthusiastically announcing "welcome to the Sexy Truck", which really is a truck and not a vintage panel-van on loan from Puberty Blues.
There are two ways to host a somewhat questionable television show: with a knowing smile that allows the talking head to play along but also play up, or totally straight so that it's clear that you've bought in to this nonsense. Armytage has opted for the latter. "This is Sam Armytage in the Sexy Truck," she announced early on, introducing herself via CB to a truck-driving subject, and it was all downhill from there.
Hearing Armytage use her best newsreader voice – composed, authoritative – to deliver lines such as "he applied to bring his sexy back" was at first disconcerting, and then – the fifth or sixth time – just ludicrous. Having risen through the news and reporting rank at Seven and gained an anchor slot opposite David Koch on Sunrise, the network's 6am flagship, Armytage has noticeably misstepped in the name of building her profile. There's a reason Brian Naylor never hosted a show called Shake It Up in the Sack.
The concept of the show is that Australians who are struggling with weight and associated health issues are put through a television-friendly makeover, complete with a trainer working them out and refashioning their diet, a repeated discussion of their flaws, and finally a visit from a stylist. You know the format: The Biggest Loser with a dash of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.
The flaws were apparent from the very first line. "I look at these pictures," says a future participant, gazing mournfully at her previous swimsuit body along with the viewing audience, "and I see myself and I go, 'I was hot', I was." Under the guise of feelgood sympathy, the show ruthlessly equates personal satisfaction and the attaining of your goals with a perfect body image – it's all for the silhouette, nothing to do with the soul. Yet hotness is not a representation of healthiness.
Excellent casting made the debut episode vaguely viable. Ned from rural Victoria had put on 70 kilos in two years, reaching a body fat figure of 44 per cent and losing his dream job driving roadtrains in Western Australia, and his enthusiasm and desire to do more for his girlfriend, Becky, who he wanted to propose to, was genuine. His tears, caught on camera, were honest, as was his satisfaction when a grueling hike ended (at sunset, atop a mountain).
Ned's situation, partially rectified by losing 46 kilos to weigh in at 125, raised some valuable wider issues, most of which the show glossed over in favour of Armytage earnestly asking Becky, "you must be pleased that Ned has decided to bring sexy back?" The endless repetition of "sexy" and connecting it to body image has to be counter-productive for those who struggle with their weight, and it's just plain odd that it dominates a show in a family-friendly timeslot.
Watching this made me wonder whether Armytage is just tone deaf in terms of what she's broadcasting if there's no teleprompter involved. Watching her on Sunrise last week it was apparent that the show's relentless drive to be your best friend had her cracking jokes that didn't quite connect; you can tell because with three people sitting alongside Armytage at least one normally can't hide their puzzled bemusement.
It's hard to tell on that show, with its ruthless half-hour format repeated six times a day. Perhaps there's only so many segments about a monkey taking a selfie you can tee up before your outlook skewers. But Bringing Sexy Back? Really? Even a Daddo brother would have thought twice about hosting that.


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The ABCs of Weight Loss
We've got 26 tips to help you succeed.
By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD
A is for attitude. A can-do attitude will help you get over the inevitable hurdles of weight loss. Anticipate slip-ups -- they happen. But instead of letting them derail your weight loss efforts, learn from them and get right back on track. You don't have to be perfect to lose weight and be healthy. Just keep your eye on the target and keep moving forward, one step at a time.
B is for breakfast. It really is the most important meal of the day. Don't leave home without eating something nutritious to get your metabolism perking and give you energy for the day ahead. It can be a banana, low-fat yogurt, cereal, last night's leftovers, etc. A small meal that contains both fiber and protein can keep you feeling satisfied until lunchtime.
C is for calories. They do count. Get into the habit of reading food labels to help you make healthy choices. And keep in mind that all the information listed there is based on the portion size the label specifies (which may not be the size of the portion you usually eat). Monitoring your portions and learning more about the calories in the foods you enjoy will help you meet your goals.
Diets don't work. There are hundreds of diets that will help you lose weight, but what good is losing weight if you gain it right back? Eating crazy food combinations or eliminating food groups is not the way to keep weight off. Instead, choose a nutritionally balanced plan with enough calories to keep you from feeling famished.
Eating regular meals is essential. Experts agree that you should go no longer than 4 to 5 hours between meals. Otherwise, intense hunger can trigger a binge. Some experts believe dieters have better control if they eat several mini-meals throughout the day. Choose the meal pattern that works best in your lifestyle, but make sure to eat at least three meals per day.
Fiber is nature's weight loss aid. It comes in two forms, soluble (the gummy type found in oatmeal and beans) and insoluble (the type found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains). Both are important to good health. Soluble fiber can help to lower cholesterol; insoluble contains indigestible fibers that add bulk to our diets. Both forms of fiber swell in the stomach and help to create a feeling of fullness. Most high-fiber foods are also high in water and low in calories, making them must-have diet foods.
Gum chewing may be just what the dentist ordered. Chewing on a piece of sugarless gum can help cleanse the mouth of bacteria, satisfy a sweet tooth, and reduce the urge to eat. Keep a pack of sugarless gum handy. The next time you have the urge to reach into the cookie jar, try a piece of gum instead for a zero-calorie treat.
Heart-healthy foods should fill your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. Choose foods that are low in saturated and trans fats. Enjoy plenty of naturally fat-free, low-sodium fruits and vegetables. Choose healthy fats such as canola, olive, and vegetable oils. Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like walnuts, flaxseed, and salmon and other fatty fish. Choose low- and non-fat dairy products, as well as the leanest cuts of meat (round and loin) and skinless poultry. Beans, nuts, and whole grains round out the list of heart-healthy foods.
Invest in a pedometer and track your steps each day. The goal is to walk at least 10,000 steps -- the equivalent of 5 miles -- daily to thwart weight gain (and promote weight loss). Challenge yourself to increase your steps each day, even if you can't get up to 10,000. Every step counts; remember that your goal is simply to improve your fitness level.
Just do it! Get into a routine that includes regular physical activity. Not only does exercise energize you, it burns calories, improves balance and coordination, and relieves stress. When you don't have time for a formal workout, try to squeeze in at least three 10-minute chunks of physical activity. (Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any exercise routine.)
Key to an effective exercise plan is variety. Try something new -- maybe Pilates, yoga, or water aerobics. Having fun and trying new things will keep you interested and enhance your commitment to exercise. Another key: starting your day with activity is one of the best ways to make sure it does not get squeezed out of your schedule.


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A BRIERLEY Hill man who has spent months complaining about the pothole-ridden road he lives on, has welcomed news that the council will be resurfacing it this week.
Mark Edwards of Moor Street, said the condition of the road was "diabolical" and claimed parts of his house shook when large vehicles went over them.
The 36-year-old had complained to Dudley Council on numerous occasions over the last 12 months but said instead of permanently repairing the road, potholes were just filled in and reappeared days later.
But the council has now announced the road will be closed between High Street and North Street, tomorrow (Thursday), Friday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and the following Sunday while workers resurface the carriageway.
Mr Edwards said: "It's excellent news. It's a shame that it takes someone to make a noise like that to get something done but the outcome is positive."
Councillor Khurshid Ahmed, cabinet member for transportation, said: "Resurfacing work on Moor Street is now underway as it was programmed as part of this year's works."
He said that neighbouring road, Fenton Street, was also being considered for repair when future highway maintenance programmes were agreed in the coming months.
While the work takes place, diversions for weekday closures will be along Fenton Street, Station Road, High Street Brockmoor and Norwood Road.
The diversion for Sunday closures will be High Street, Bank Street, High Street Brockmoor and Norwood Road.


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Did you know?
On 1 December 2006 South Africa became the first country in Africa – and the fifth country in the world – to legalise same-sex marriage.
The thriving nightlife in South Africa's cities includes several clubs, pubs and venues that cater for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. Supported by South Africa's post-apartheid constitution – the first in the world to outlaw discrimination based on sexual orientation – these nightlife venues form part of the country's extensive and welcoming LGBT travel network.
Renowned for their nightlife areas, Johannesburg and Cape Town have a particularly vibrant social scene, which includes clubs and bars exclusively for either men or women from the LGBT communities.
Cape Town, which was recently recognised by the United Kingdom's Guardian newspaper as one of the 10 most popular gay destinations in the world, has many venues to choose from.
Amongst the most popular are Café Manhattan. Recently renovated by the Madame Zingara group, this iconic eating, meeting and chilling spot is the longest standing venue in the heart of de Waterkant village and has been a firm favourite with locals and tourists alike. The quirky Western décor (including saddle-chairs) and the friendly waiters and barmen will ensure you have a good time, every time.
Bubbles Bar specialises in drag nights and Lion Corner in Observatory is a relaxed pub where you can get a meal or a drink with like-minded people. Also in Cape Town, Bar Code, a men-only venue, has a dress code of leather, rubber and uniforms. Nearby, The Hot House is a men-only leisure club, with sauna, steam room and outdoor sun deck. Amsterdam Action Bar is also a men-only establishment in Cape Town.
In Johannesburg, Oh! Bar is a popular part of the gay and lesbian party scene. Also in Johannesburg, Simply Blue has a reputation as a leading gay bar for 'people of colour and those who appreciate colour'. There's also an exclusive bar at the REC Room, a gay sauna. Factory is another men-only bar next to Ellis Park Sports grounds.
In Pretoria, Babylon Bar is popular gay hangout (it has a smaller branch in Johannesburg too), and Sauna Boyz includes a bar and restaurant in its men-only facilities.
In Durban, The Lounge is spread over two levels and includes five bars, three dance floors, two outdoor balconies plus lounge areas and pool tables. It's extremely popular with the LGBT community in the city but also welcomes the straight community.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
Tel: +27 (0)21 469 2600
Tours to do
Several tour operators offer travel packages specifically for LGTB visitors.
Where to stay
South Africa has a wide variety of gay-friendly lodges, hotels and guest houses. See the Out2Africa website for more information.
What's happening
Look out for events like Cape Town Pride, Jo'burg Pride, the Pink Loerie Mardi Gras, Durban Pride, the Out in Africa South African Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Mr Gay South Africa pageant and the Mother City Queer Project.


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Petit wild, but Wheeler wilder, while Pagan earned revenge
Let's say you were in Las Vegas, needing to bet on a simple proposition: which New York Mets starting pitcher will have the best 2014 season? There's certainly an argument for Zack Wheeler, who has managed to hold his own at the big league level. Still, that 3.22 ERA is… Read More →
Though Gee shuts down Fish d'Arnaud if they'd ever score If not for Travis
Giancarlo's blasts No match for power of Brown And Duda's clutch shot
Wheeler, though stellar Gives up Zimmerman homer Outpitched by Haren
Nats beat up on Gee Turner the latest wounded Before silent crowd
I've 2014 Mets Schedule for easy printing. Season will open March 31, against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. And the Yankees games will be May 12-13 at Yankee Stadium, May 14-15 at Citi Field. I can conform there will be 162 games scheduled. Enjoy!
Only Lutz prevents A no-hitter from Gio In forfeit-like game
Sandy Alderson went on Mike Francesa's show last week and declared, "We've got some money to spend." According to Jim Bowden, he told MLB Network Radio that "Mets will have dollars to spend on the FA market this winter". You can be forgiven a ton of skepticism, since both statements… Read More →
Dice-K pitches well? Frank Frank appears? Gets the win? Turner homers? What?
Rare subpar Niese start Builds early hole; comeback gets Foiled, Asdrubal'd
Mets phenom battle Won by one who got away Wheeler nears shutdown
Gee throws well again Power of Duda and Brown Vanquishes the Braves
There's this myth that the Mets aren't in a pennant race, this spurious claim bolstered by the daily MLB standings found in your morning paper. But the precise reason many have come to such a silly conclusion is this: most papers, and I sadly include The Journal News in this,… Read More →
Torres dominance Murph's run-scoring hit erased In two-homer flash


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Waste Management of Arizona announced the opening of the Maricopa Organics Recycling Facility that will be located at its Sierra Estrella facility. The project was developed in collaboration with Garick LLC, the leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of biomass fuel supply, organic lawn and garden products. Teaming up with Waste Management, Inc., the leading provider… Read More →


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A short-supply of technology and training inside the Knox County Criminal Court Clerk's Office has created a series of problems that's led to wrongful arrests, cases set aside due to errors and residents temporarily losing their right to vote, officials and former employees say.
Now, the Knox County Commission wants to look into what role it can play to help solve some of the problems.
Officials during the board's Tuesday's work session plan to talk about auditing the office, and whether to use technology reserve funds to cover the costs. The account, according to county Finance Director Chris Caldwell, has gone uptapped for at least three years and has roughly $132,000 in it.
State law permits criminal court clerk offices to assess a $2 technology fee on a "per case basis." The money is then placed into an account separate from the county's general fund, which typically covers day-to-day governmental operations.
The office can use the money to replace hardware and other expenses tied to technology, including some salaries. Commission members also feel that they can use it to conduct a "technology and computer audit," which they said could point out some mistakes in the office and find ways to fix at least some of the problems.
"It's probably not going to be a cheap audit," said Commissioner Ed Shouse, who is spearheading the proposal. "But it's probably not going to be cheap paying these claims from people who were incarcerated or lost their jobs."
Knox County Criminal Court Clerk Joy McCroskey did not return calls seeking comment on Thursday.
She's been under fire for weeks now after a WBIR Channel 10 investigation detailed problems inside her office that appear tied to poor training, outdated information, and her refusal to cooperate with other county departments.
Her workers often enter the wrong data into the records management system, lose crucial paperwork and provide defendants, prosecutors, and authorities with bad information, a 10News analysis found.
McCroskey's office is the official record keeper for Criminal Court, General Session Court, and Fourth Circuit Court.
"I've heard that there's a lot of improvement that can be made . . . and that much of the processing is still done manually," Shouse said. "I'm not computer expert, but there's got to be improvements to stop these snafus and stop these foul-ups, and get the paperwork done properly and get the warrants served properly, and dismissed properly as they should be."
A number of county officials who work with the office, and former criminal court clerk employees agree.
The county's Information Technology Department has developed functions that would better streamline operations, but many of McCroskey's employees either don't know how to use it, or aren't instructed to use it.
For example, in General Sessions Court, the clerks there have the ability to immediately update data in the Justice Information Management System, or JIMS, a recordkeeping system that officials use to make decisions on whether a defendant is up-to-date on payments, court appearances, or community service.
That, however, doesn't usually happen. The clerks typically record the information by hand and then enter the data electronically, in many cases, days later.
The lag-time increases the chance for error. It also creates a delay from when a defendant's case progresses, and when the progression is recorded into the system.
Officials, who work with the office but do not want to be identified due to the political nature of the situation, say the reasons are two-fold: Clerks aren't properly instructed on how to use the system, and a chaotic courtroom can often lead to an overwhelming workload.
Official also note that McCroskey has long been uncomfortable with new technology. She's cooperated at times, but prefers to use "a very pen-and-paper process."
To fix the problems, in part, she will have to work with the judges and other elected leaders to streamline the system, something officials said they're willing to do.
But, she also has to communicate her problems to the Information Technology Department, something she doesn't often do, officials said.
Former employees added that office improvements also will create a better environment for customers.
For example, many court clerk offices across the state can reinstate a suspended driver's licenses by electronically submitting the information to Nashville to be processed.
A former employee told WBIR that McCroskey's office often takes weeks to reinstate a license because of the extra steps necessary to mail or fax the information to Nashville.
She said in the time it takes to process one license suspension revocation, she would miss four to five phone calls from other customers.
Traffic violators also have a tough time finding out how to pay tickets online, since a third party administrator oversees payments and the website is not linked to the criminal court clerk's office.


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Ross solid but Padres bats quiet in Colorado
All-Star starter fans six in six innings; Denorfia goes 3-for-5
DENVER -- If there is anything poetically perfect about playing in Coors Field, it's that a misguided pitch early in a game can often times be forgiven -- if not totally forgotten -- by the time the end of the ninth inning rolls around.
Not on Tuesday, though.
The two-run home run that Padres starting pitcher Tyson Ross surrendered to Charlie Blackmon in the third inning actually stood up during a very atypical Coors Field game, as the Rockies hung on for a 2-1 victory over the Padres before a crowd of 27,601.
Ross, who on Sunday was selected to his first National League All-Star team, allowed two runs over six innings with six strikeouts. Ross extended his streak of innings without a walk to 18. Yet for everything that he did well Tuesday, the one pitch to Blackmon did him in.
One pitch, yet not a bad one at that.
"It was a damn good pitch," said Padres manager Bud Black of the 2-2 slider Ross tried to bury down and in to the left-handed hitting Blackmon. "Down and in is sort of his [Blackmon's] sweet spot, but he dug it out and sort of elevated it."
Ross (7-9) didn't sound too remorseful over the pitch selection -- his slider rates as one of the best in the game -- or the location. He probably could have done without the end game, though.
"He put a good swing on it," Ross said. "He's an All-Star. You've got to tip your cap to him. There's times when you throw a pitch down the middle and he pops it up. Things tend to even out."
Blackmon, like Ross, agreed that it wasn't a bad pitch.
"I did have to kind of come out of my swing to get to it a little bit," Blackmon said. "It wasn't my best swing but I was able to stay on it and get the barrel on it. That happened to be just enough to get it out."
The Padres had seven hits -- three by Chris Denorfia -- but were 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position.
Colorado left-hander Franklin Morales and four relievers combined for nine strikeouts, with Morales allowing just one run over 5 2/3 innings. The lone mistake he made was hanging a pitch that catcher Rene Rivera lined into the left-field seats in the sixth inning for his sixth home run.
"We hit some balls on the nose and some balls right on the screws right at guys. He always seemed to get an out when he needed to," Black said of Morales.
That's not to say the Padres didn't have chances. They had a runner on in the sixth inning when Tommy Medica grounded into a double play right before the home run by Rivera.
The Padres left two baserunners on in the seventh inning, one in the eighth and, in the ninth, pinch-hitter Seth Smith doubled with two outs before Denorfia flied out to right field to end the game.
As for Ross, who will start Sunday against the Dodgers and thus won't pitch in the All-Star Game, his ERA remained at 2.93 and he again pitched well enough to win. This outing marked the eighth time this season the Padres have scored one or fewer runs for him in a start.
All he can control, Ross often says, is what happens on the mound. Ever since a seven-walk game June 16 against the Mariners, he's had two walks in his last 29 innings, none in the last 18.
"It's just the confidence that I have in my fastball," Ross said. "… Before, a lot of times I was falling behind guys. I think now I'm in the strike zone a lot more."
Corey Brock is a reporter for MLB.com. Keep track of @FollowThePadres on Twitter. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Mega Pokémon are a new evolution method of Pokémon introduced in earlier generations. Some Pokémon need special Mega Stones in order to evolve into their Mega forms, the final forms for one-evolution families and second/true final forms for two-evolution families. Also; Pokémon can only enter their Mega Evolution Form by using the Mega Stone unique to their Species. For example: To Evolve Blaziken into Mega Blaziken; Blaziken must be holding the Mega Stone Blazikenite.
Mega Evolution does more than just change a Pokémon's appearance, it can also change their Type, Ability and Stats. A good example is Ampharos; which after Mega Evolution becomes a Dual Type Electric/Dragon Pokémon.
Mega Evolution is only possible during a Battle, however you can also attack in the same turn. After the Battle ends, the Pokémon devolves back into previous form but they still evolve. You are limited to having only one Mega Evolution in a battle. All your team can however hold Mega Stones. Each individual Mega Stone can be used an infinite number of times, but only once per battle.
- Mew and Ditto can both take on the form of a Mega Evolution, but cannot Mega Evolve themselves.
- Kangaskhan is the only Pokémon that does not have an appearance change when it Mega Evolves. Instead, the baby in its pouch comes out to assist in the battle.
- Mewtwo and Charizard have two Mega Evolutions. The different evolutions are obtained with version-exclusive Mega Stones - for example Mewtwonite X can only be obtained in Pokemon X and causes Mewtwo to evolve in Mega Mewtwo X. The item can be traded between versions.
- Blaziken is currently the only Pokémon whose Mega Evolution cannot be obtained through normal gameplay. Instead, an event will be held where player can receive a Torchic holding the Blazekinite, Blaziken's Mega Stone. Soon after that player can evolve Torchic all the way to Blaziken and let Blaziken Mega Evolve by holding the Blazekinite.
- Blaziken is also the only non-Kanto starter to recieve a Mega Evolution so far.
- Each Mega Evolved Pokémon has +100 stat increased than original, with the exception of Mega Mewtwo X, it's Attack stat increses by 200.
- Mega Evolution X brings a type change in Pokémon.
- Mega Evolution was originally the transformation method, but keep the method as evolution method.
- Mega Evolution is a cross between Forme Change and Evolution.
- Because of evolution method, some of them still evolves with the Mega Stones.
- Despite being introduced in Generation VI, none of the Pokemon from Generation VI (or Generation V for that matter) have a Mega Evolution.
- Generation I has the most Pokémon with a Mega Evolution at 10, while Generation IV has the least amount with 3.


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LONDON, Ont. -- One misconception about slow cookers is they are time-savers, says Judith Finlayson, author of about a dozen slow cooker cookbooks, including The 163 Best Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes, released this month.
Another is that slow cookers are only good for what Finlayson calls "dump-and-stir" food -- combinations of canned goods, soups and other things to create meals low in fresh ingredients and taste but high in sodium and other additives.
But slow cookers excel, she says, as "very effective time managers. They allow you to do the work you need to do anyway, but at times that work best for your schedule. And they save you the time of attention while things are cooking."
Finlayson wrote her first cookbook, 150 Best Slow Cooker Recipes, in 2001, when her husband, Robert Dees, president of the cookbook publishing firm Robert Rose Inc., was rejected by seven cookbook authors he approached about doing a project on slow cookers.
So he turned to his wife, a journalist with a passion for food, some experience in recipe development and a lot of experience cooking fine food in her slow cooker at home. The book, revised in 2011, has sold about half a million copies.
When she was working on that book, she says, food writers were "aghast" that her recommendations included browning meat and softening vegetables before putting them into the slow cooker. It didn't fit with the cooker's dump-and-stir reputation.
"Now everybody does that," she says.
The advantages of slow cookers haven't changed. Many of the ingredients can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator until assembly with other ingredients in crock. They are safe to leave unattended all day -- supper is ready when you get home.
It is important to control the liquid in slow cooking because it does not reduce but forms as steam on the lid and drops back in, so you can start with a little less liquid, Finlayson says. Another trick she uses is to fold a tea towel over the top of the cooker, under the lid. This will absorb a lot of the liquid.
Finlayson says dried thyme and oregano and whole-leaf, stemmed herbs such as fresh thyme and rosemary can be added at the beginning; they release their flavours slowly. Finely chopped fresh herbs should not be added until the last 30 minutes because their flavour will disappear over six or eight hours of cooking.
She doesn't add salt until the end because she doesn't want it to draw the juices out of the meat. Peas, corn or greens also get added last. Peppers get bitter if cooked a long time.
The marketplace is exploding with slow cookers of varying sizes and shapes, with hinged lids, temperature probes and one kind that sits on a heat-producing griddle.
Finlayson has three slow cookers -- small, medium and large -- for various uses. She prefers those with a removable crock for ease of cleaning and a timer to send the machine into "warm" mode after a specified time.
She also likes traditional slow cookers in which the heating elements are in the walls of the casing, rather than on the bottom, reducing the risk of scorching.
The usual warning signs of chipping, cracking or frayed cords all indicate a slow cooker should be replaced, she says. But the user should also ensure the pot heats up and cooks quickly enough to keep the food out of the "danger zone" in which bacteria can grow. For this reason, she says, it's worth investing in a good-quality machine.
One of Bruce Hunter's three slow cookers is 40 years old, but the ways he uses them has changed greatly.
"For years it was just for stews or chili," says the home cook from Watford in southwestern Ontario. Now he uses it to finish soups, for baked beans, macaroni and cheese, lasagna and even desserts.
But he uses it most often to cook a beef roast. He usually uses a cheaper cut marinated for several hours in Worcestershire and soy sauces. He applies non-stick cooking spray to the crock and scrunches foil into a circle to put in the bottom to keep the meat out of the liquid. After putting in the meat, he pours about 175 ml (3/4 cup) of beef bouillon over it and seasons to taste with salt and pepper and a little more Worcestershire or maybe garlic powder, onion rings or even barbecue sauce.
He turns it on high until the liquid is bubbling, then reduces the heat to low. He periodically checks the liquid level to keep it below the bottom of the meat and tests doneness with a meat thermometer. The result is tender, flavourful and moist meat.
Hunter and his partner also use slow cookers when they entertain to keep turkey stuffing, gravy and vegetables, such as squash, turnip and potatoes, warm until the rest of the dinner is ready.
"They keep the food fresh, free up the stove and allow us to get some cleanup done before dinner."
-- The Canadian Press
Here are some slow cooker recipes that go above and beyond the traditional stews and soups people prepare in the appliances.
Down-Home Shrimp
This Cajun-inspired dish packs a hint of heat and yields a great sense of freshness. It works best in a medium (about 3.5-l/3 1/2-qt) slow cooker.
500 g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined, shells reserved
30 ml (2 tbsp) freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ml (1/4 tsp) cayenne pepper
250 ml (1 cup) dry white wine
250 ml (1 cup) water
30 ml (2 tbsp) extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, peeled and diced
5 ml (1 tsp) cracked black peppercorns
2 ml (1/2 tsp) sea salt
2 ml (1/2 tsp) dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 can (398 ml/14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
500 ml (2 cups) thinly sliced okra (see tips)
250 ml (1 cup) corn kernels
1 red or green bell pepper, seeded and diced
30 ml (2 tbsp) clarified butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
In a small bowl, combine shrimp, lemon juice and cayenne. Stir well, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
To make shrimp stock, combine shrimp shells, white wine and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain, pushing shells against sieve to extract as much flavour as possible. Measure 250 ml (1 cup) and set aside. Freeze excess.
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add peppercorns, salt, thyme and bay leaves and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomatoes with juice and bring to a boil. (Make ahead: Cover and refrigerate shrimp, shrimp stock and vegetable mixture separately overnight. When you're ready to cook, continue with recipe.)
Transfer to slow cooker stoneware. Stir in shrimp stock. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours. Stir in okra, corn and bell pepper. Cover and cook on high for 20 minutes, until okra is tender. Remove and discard bay leaves.
When you are ready to serve, heat 15 ml (1 tbsp) of the clarified butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high. Using a slotted spoon, immediately add reserved shrimp, in batches, and cook, stirring, until they turn pink, adding remaining butter as necessary. Transfer to slow cooker as completed. Add marinade juices to pan and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add to slow cooker, stir well and serve.
Okra, a tropical vegetable, has a great flavour, but it becomes unpleasantly sticky when overcooked. Choose young okra pods, 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) long, that don't feel sticky to the touch. (If sticky, they are too ripe.) Gently scrub pods and cut off the top and tail before slicing.
If you are halving this recipe, use a small (1.5 to 3-l/1 1/2- to 3-qt) slow cooker.
Makes 4 servings.
Source: The 163 Best Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes by Judith Finlayson (Robert Rose Inc.).
Spicy Tamari Almonds
These tasty tidbits are great pre-dinner nibbles with a glass of cold white wine. Use a small (2- to 3-l/2- to 3 1/2-qt) slow cooker or smaller if you are halving the recipe.
500 ml (2 cups) unblanched whole raw almonds
1 ml (1/4 tsp) cayenne pepper
30 ml (2 tbsp) gluten-free tamari sauce or coconut aminos
15 ml (1 tbsp) extra-virgin olive oil
Fine sea salt, to taste
In slow cooker stoneware, combine almonds and cayenne. Place a clean tea towel, folded in half (so you will have 2 layers), over top of stoneware to absorb moisture. Cover and cook on high for 45 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine tamari and olive oil. Add to hot almonds and stir thoroughly to combine. Replace tea towel. Cover and cook on high for 1 1/2 hours, until nuts are hot and fragrant, stirring every 30 minutes and replacing towel each time. Sprinkle with salt. Store in an airtight container.
Makes about 500 ml (2 cups).
Source: The 163 Best Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes by Judith Finlayson (Robert Rose Inc., 2013).
Slow Cooker Lemon Sponge Pudding
This delicious dessert is light and fluffy. If you want more pudding and less cake, add a little more water to the slow cooker.
250 ml (1 cup) white sugar
50 ml (1/4 cup) all-purpose flour
1 ml (1/4 tsp) salt
50 ml (1/4 cup) freshly squeezed lemon juice
15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon zest
4 eggs, separated
15 ml (1 tbsp) melted butter
250 ml (1 cup) milk
In a bowl, combine sugar, flour and salt. Stir in lemon juice, then lemon zest, egg yolks, butter and milk.
In a stainless-steel bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold gently into lemon mixture.
Pour into a lightly greased oven-safe bowl that fits into the slow cooker without touching the sides. Cover bowl with foil secured with an elastic band or string. Place bowl into slow cooker and pour in enough hot water to come up about 2.5 cm (1 inch) on the outside of the oven-safe bowl.
Cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or until the top is firm to the touch
Makes 4 servings.
Source: Bruce Hunter of Watford, Ont.
-- The Canadian Press


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A strange development in the New 52 is the fact that the Justice League has kept a lock on their roster. Since the attack by Darkseid, the team has been Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Flash, Green Lantern and Cyborg. We've seen Green Arrow do his best to get the team to let him join but they were pretty adamant about not letting him join. We also saw a flashback that they tried to recruit Martian Manhunter but that encounter went poorly.
With Throne of Atlantis, the team has found themselves at the mercy of Ocean Master and his Atlantean army. Cyborg saw no choice. They apparently had a list of candidates but he felt forced to open the ranks.
Be warned, this will spoil the final page of this week's JUSTICE LEAGUE #16. You do need to see the events that lead up to this (along with the Shazam back up).
Some of these make sense. Green Arrow has been working with Steve Trevor and we know he'll be a member in JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA. Hawkman will also be in that book. In BATMAN INCORPORATED #1 it was mentioned that Element Man was in the League but we say Element Woman in that final page in the NEW 52 FREE COMIC BOOK DAY issue. Vixen was part of JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL and Zatanna is in JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK. We see that Black Lightning, Shazam, Goldrush, Black Canary and Firestorm will also be joining.
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As our John Schulz reported in last month's State of Logistics Report coverage, the truckload (TL) sector, which supplies the vast majority of capacity in the for-hire trucking industry, is finally enjoying a renaissance after three years of financial doldrums.
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In this year's Industrial & Heavy-Haul category, Roehl Transport scored a 50.08 weighted average to take the top spot, but only placed first in one attribute category, Customer Service. Prime, Inc. was right on Roehl's tail, posting 50.03 and putting up best scores in Value, IT, and Equipment & Operations.
Our Dry freight category collected eight winners this year, but only four repeats from our 2010 results. Transport America, a first time Quest for Quality winner, topped the category, posting a 50.21 weighted average. Pacer International, Inc. (46.20), NFI (46.07), and Western Express (46.06) all take home the gold this year after missing the cut in 2010.
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Why looking at the CDS market is interesting
A Credit Default Swap (CDS) insures against losses stemming from a credit event. In the context of countries, the contract protects against the default of the issuing sovereign. The premium (spread) which the protection buyer (e.g. a bank) pays to the protection seller (e.g. an insurance company) is determined by market forces and depends on the expected default risk of the respective country.
Therefore, CDS spreads are an indicator of the market's current perception of sovereign risk. Notice though that CDS spreads also depend on other factors such as market liquidity, counterparty risk and the global financial environment, in particular US interest rates and global risk appetite.
DB Research translates CDS spreads into implicit default probabilities online so that they can be interpreted in a straightforward manner: for example, a spread of 200 basis points is equivalent to the notion that the market is pricing in an annual chance of about 3% that the issuing government will default.
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