text:
Even though it's getting to be a little warmer, it still tastes good to have a warm soup for your lunch or dinner. It just seems to satisfy you.
Sausage Kale Soup
1 pound uncooked Italian sausage links
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 bacon strip, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups water
1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
2 cups diced potatoes
2 cups thinly sliced fresh kale
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
Preheat oven to 325°. Place the sausages in an ungreased 15-by-10-inch baking pan. Pierce casings. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain, set aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, sauté onion and bacon 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic, sauté 1 minute. Add water, broth and potatoes, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Cut sausages in half lengthwise then into 1/4-inch slices. Add kale, cream and sausage to soup, heat through. Do not boil.
Cheesy Ham Chowder
10 bacon strips, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup diced carrots
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 1/2 cups water
2 1/2 cups cubed potatoes
1 15 1/2-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
Pepper to taste
3 cups (12 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, sauté onion and carrots until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add milk and water. Bring to boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the potatoes, corn, bouillon and pepper. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese and ham, heat until cheese is melted. Stir in bacon.
Chicken Tortellini Soup
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 14 1/2-ounce cans reduced sodium chicken broth
1 9-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 6-ounce package fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
In a Dutch oven, sauté mushrooms in butter until tender. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute longer. Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in tortellini, return to a boil. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add the chicken, spinach and pepper. Cook until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon cheese.
Country Cabbage Soup
1/2 pound ground beef
4 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup finely diced potatoes
1 cup finely diced carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 1/2 cup Hidden Valley ranch dressing
Brown ground beef in large saucepan and drain excess fat. Add cabbage, potatoes, carrots and onion. Stir in butter and cook until potatoes are tender, but not brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour. Add remaining ingredients and simmer about 20 minutes. Serve.
Baked Potato Cheddar Soup
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
2 large potatoes, baked, peeled and coarsely mashed (1 1/2 pounds)
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, divided
Crumbled cooked bacon
In a large saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the potatoes, 1/3 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 2 or 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in sour cream and 1/4 cup onions until blended. Cover, cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until heated through. Do not boil. Garnish with remaining cheese, onions and bacon.
Refried Bean Soup
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 16-ounce cans refried beans
1 cup canned tomatoes, chopped
2 cups water
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 bag tortilla chips
Sauté onion, celery and garlic in olive oil until tender. In a saucepan, combine refried beans, canned tomatoes and water. Heat over medium heat. Adjust water to desired consistency. Add sautéed vegetables and simmer together about 5 minutes. Top with grated cheese and serve with tortilla chips.
Smashed Potato Chowder
3 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3/4 cup chopped yellow or red sweet pepper (1 medium)
1 1/2 teaspoons bottled roasted minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
5 cups chicken broth
8 slices bacon, crisp cooked drained and coarsely, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
1/2 cup whipping cream, half and half or light cream
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/2 cup sour cream
In a 4-quart Dutch oven, combine potatoes, sweet pepper, garlic and black pepper. Stir in broth. Bring to boiling then reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes or until potato is tender. Use a potato masher to mash potatoes, slightly. Stir in bacon, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, the whipping cream and green onion, heat through. To serve, ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with sour cream and remaining cheese. Serves 8.
Oyster Stew
1 8-ounce can oysters
2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Dash of cayenne pepper
Dash of paprika
Drain and reserve liquid from oysters. Place margarine in 1-quart casserole dish. Microwave on high until melted, 30 to 45 seconds. Add oysters and cover. Microwave on high until edges are curled, 2 to 4 minutes. Add enough milk to oyster liquid to measure 1 1/2 cups. Add milk mixture, celery seed and cayenne pepper to oysters and cover. Microwave on medium high (70% power) until mixture is hot 4 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.
Split Pea Soup
1 pound dry green split peas
1 ham hock
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
8 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup light cream
2 tablespoons margarine
In a kettle, combine peas, ham hock, onion, bouillon granules, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently. Remove ham bone, debone and return meat to soup. Add carrots and celery and simmer another 30 minutes. Stir milk and butter into soup and heat through. Serve.
Taco Soup
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, undrained
1 16-ounce can kidney beans, undrained
1 17-ounce can corn, undrained
1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
1 package dry taco seasoning
1 to 2 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheese
1 small bag nacho chips, crushed
1 cup sour cream
Brown beef in heavy kettle. Drain excess fat and add onion. Cook until onions are tender. Add all remaining ingredients except cheese, nacho chips and sour cream. Simmer for 15 minutes. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, nacho chips and sour cream. Serve.
If you have any soup recipes you would like to share with everyone, send them to my email at firstname.lastname@example.com or drop a line to my attention to the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356. I would love to hear from you with any recipes that are your favorites.


text:
Would you like to save as your currency permanently or for this visit only?
Close to central railway station, easy to find. Personal at reception desk in not friendly, looking too busy. Breakfast unreasonably expensive.
The hotel staffs are very friendly and the location was quite convenient. The shower room was quite small.
breakfast -
Very nice and clean place, near to the center town and really comfortable for every user. Maybe too expensive for a hostel!
We booked a triple room with Anker Hostel but was upgraded to a triple room at Anker Hotel. The staff at Anker Hotel is very friendly and almost everyone wears a smile on their face, especially Marina. The shower area and the wc should be separated with a shower screen. After shower, the entire toilet floor is wet.
It was nice, and worth a money payed for it. Everything was just ok
In center of Oslo
Litt bet Nothing
nothing the reception is not careful and polite.they gave me wrong key of bedroom for 8 although I paid extra for the room for 4. it took 2 hours to make them understand their mistake.the rooms are either dirty or not warm enough as it was minus 20 outside. bottom side of the bed was broken. it was inevitable to fall down if you sit that side.All in all location not the best. breakfast not value for the price and in another building. the rooms are ragged.wireless does not work in room even sometimes in lobby as well.
Strong confusion between Anker Hostel and Anker Hostel, in the phases of reservation and check in.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Collect, zip and download files from our Investor Relations website. Click on the briefcase icon located near most downloadable files throughout our Investor Relations website and use this page to manage your briefcase.
Please fill in the form below to access this feature.
Exchange NASDAQ(US Dollar)
Price $78.37
Change(%) Stock is Down 0.06 (0.08%)
Volume 71,898
Data as of Aug 21, 2017 4:00 PM ET
ET Minimum 20 minute delay
Want to be updated on Investor Relations news
feeds and press releases? Click to subscribe.


text:
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A southwest Ohio police officer has pleaded guilty to depositing money meant to avoid bank reporting requirements in a case stemming from an alleged conspiracy to smuggle marijuana.
Bryon Roos had pleaded not guilty in August to charges of money laundering, illegally structuring financial transactions, and conspiring to bring hundreds of pounds of marijuana to southern Ohio from Texas. On Thursday he pleaded guilty to a count of structuring financial transactions to evade federal reporting requirements.
The 43-year-old man was indicted with 10 other men. Some have agreed to plead guilty to some charges while other counts were dropped.
Details of Roos' plea weren't immediately available. A federal judge ordered a presentencing investigation of Roos, a veteran, decorated officer in the Cincinnati suburb of North College Hill.


text:
CLAY COUNTY, Fla. - Deputies in Clay County are asking for the public's help in identifying a man and a woman who stole three pair of headphones from a GameStop store.
Deputies said the two went into the store in the 1400 block of County Road 220 in Fleming Island about 4 p.m. Jan. 29.
The duo stole three Beats Solo headphone sets after cutting the packaging of the headphones to remove them from the rack and security lock, deputies said.
The headsets have a combined value of $700.
Anyone with any information about the thieves' identities is asked to call the Clay County Sheriff's Office at 904-264-6512.
Copyright 2013 by News4Jax.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.


text:
Imagine sitting in your house or business and slowly starting to feel the temperature reach an uncomfortable level. Your standing in front of the thermostat and realize that that the inside temperature does not match what you have it set for. There's a problem. What can I check? Is the thermostat broken? These are questions any normal person would ask in this situation. Now imagine going outside to see if the outside unit is running and realize that it is completely gone. Or worse, looking at a carcass of what used to be your air conditioner, ravaged and scattered across the yard like a bomb had went off inside it. This is what happens every single day because of air conditioner theft.
Why me? What made my air conditioner so desirable? The problem of air conditioner theft is not a new one and the thieves do not discriminate. A/C units have been stolen for years, mostly in times past due for a quick sale to a shady contractor who will then re-sell it to someone needing air conditioning. However, now that the economy is struggling and copper prices are at all time highs, the focus has shifted to quick Snatch-N-Grab thefts and the units are stripped of the copper and sold to scrap yards for pennies on the dollar. The thief gets maybe $30-$50 dollars for an air conditioner that costs you upwards of $3500 or more to replace. This also means no air conditioning or heat. Having no A/C in your home for a while is bad enough, imagine having to conduct business or hold church in the freezing cold or unbearable heat.
This problem in compounded by the need of a replacement unit right away, but the fear of leaving it exposed again. The crooks will be overjoyed to see that you supplied them with another unit unless they see that you have it protected with an air conditioner cage. The mere sight of an A/C cage would likely send most crooks down the road to seek an easier target. This alone gives you the advantage over other theft deterrents such as alarms, GPS, or simple lighting. These methods help, but do not actually keep your air conditioner from being stolen. An air conditioner enclosure is by far the best deterrent you can purchase to protect your property and give yourself peace of mind.
Information provided by: Property Armor


text:
In this recorded webinar, participants will learn about building a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) inside prisons. It includes information on establishing a team to deliver immediate, confidential, and comprehensive services in the aftermath of a sexual assault in prison.
View the webinar.
© 2016 National Sexual Violence Resource Center – Founded by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape
This site is supported by Grant/ Cooperative Agreement No. 1UF2CE002359-04 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


text:
Vermaland creates Verma Charitable Foundation, Donates $1.2M
Verma Legacy Trust, a subsidiary of Vermaland, LLC, recently made charitable donations of real estate valued at $1.2 million. The donation was made through the Verma Charitable Foundation at the Arizona Community Foundation. The gift will be used to establish scholarships for underprivileged students and to build a religious retreat center in the Phoenix metro-area. … Read More →


text:
30 Meatless Main Dish Recipes
Tomato Galette [1]
Tender Parmesan-pepper pastry cradles heirloom tomatoes, shallots, goat cheese and fresh herbs in a fold-over tart that's ideal for a summer weekend brunch.
Tomato Galette [2]
Mexican Sweet Potato-Veggie Medley [5]
Create a meatless main dish in minutes by sauteeing sweet potatoes, then adding canned corn and black beans. Top with a chipotle-flavor sour cream, avocado slices and fresh cilantro.
Linguine in Fresh Tomato Sauce With Garlic-Basil Toast [9]
Kalamata olives add flavor to the homemade tomato sauce in this vegetarian pasta meal. And it's ready in 20 minutes!
Baby Spinach Salad with Cumin Couscous and Bulgur [13]
Grain salads can sometimes be a bit heavy, but this one is surprisingly light-tasting, thanks to a tangy yogurt-mint dressing, crisp apple chunks and fresh spinach.
Grilled Portobellos [17]
This simple, flavorful recipe comes from reader Doug Heiken of Grand Rapids, Minnesota. It's a quick, easy recipe to throw together if you have a vegetarian at a cookout.
Grilled Portobellos [18]
Squash and Tomato Bake [21]
Summer squash adds texture to this easy dish, which combines stewed tomatoes with paprika, garlic, basil and pepper, as well as some melty mozzarella and Parmesan.
Sweet Corn Pizza [25]
Corn adds sweet flavor and crisp texture to this easy pizza. The pesto practically melts into the warm crust for a flavor-packed base.
Sweet Corn Pizza [26]
Crisp Portobello Mushroom and Spring Carrot Salad [29]
Goat cheese and chives top golden skillet-cooked mushrooms and cooked carrots in this recipe from Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Cafe in Chicago. Homemade honey-mustard vinaigrette adds a pleasing tang.
Heirloom Tomato and Onion Quiche [33]
This dish is perfect for a brunch or light dinner with a mixed-greens salad. The recipe was developed for heirloom tomatoes such as Cherokee Purple or Brandywine, but if those aren't available, use whatever kind of tomatoes you like. Drain sliced tomatoes on a paper towel before adding them to the quiche, and they won't release as much water.
Tomato Salad with Edamame Succotash [37]
Protein-rich edamame makes this salad a nutritious meal, especially when paired with whole-grain bread.
French Spaghetti [41]
Layers of creamy white and tomato-mushroom sauces crown this meatless noodle dish.
French Spaghetti [42]
Cornmeal Griddle Cakes with Sauteed Corn [45]
Paired with salad, these sweet bacon-studded cakes work well as a light lunch, or you can make mini versions to serve as a party snack.
Deli-Style Tortellini Salad [49]
Mustard-herb vinaigrette dresses cheese-filled tortellini, chopped broccoli, carrots and sweet peppers in our version of this deli classic.
Baked Stuffed Zucchini [53]
Savory cremini and nutty porcini mushrooms, along with cheese, soft bread crumbs and herbs, fill zucchini to make a hearty dish for a meatless Monday.
Italian Rice Salad [57]
Italian Rice Salad includes fragrant, nutty-tasting brown basmati rice, bell peppers in a variety of colors, red onions and plenty of garlic. "It's kind of soft, kind of crunchy, a little sweet and a little tangy," says Ohio cooking school expert Bev Schaffer, who gave us the recipe.
Italian Rice Salad [58]
Fresh Veggie Pizza [61]
This pizza is packed full of vegetables: zucchini or yellow summer squash, sweet peppers, fresh mushrooms, green onions and more. If you have kids, have them help make this with their favorite vegetables.
Fresh Veggie Pizza [62]
Eggs Goldenrod [65]
This dish is terrific for brunch or a light supper. The hard-cooked eggs are simmered in a delicate white sauce that's ladled over warm biscuits.
Eggs Goldenrod [66]
Greek Pasta Salad [69]
Toss pasta with fresh herbs, vegetables, feta cheese and olives for this Mediterranean-influenced salad.
Greek Pasta Salad [70]
Cheesy Multigrain Spaghetti Casserole [73]
Extra-firm tofu provides protein in this meatless main dish. Whole-grain pasta adds flavor and nutrition.
Creamy Artichoke Lasagna [77]
The classic lasagna cheeses -- ricotta, Parmesan and mozzarella -- give this one-dish meal its trademark gooey texture. The recipe also calls for some nontraditional lasagna ingredients, such as fresh artichokes.
Zucchini and Tomato Frittata [81]
Zucchini gets a flavor boost from mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and chopped walnuts in a colorful frittata.
Zucchini and Tomato Frittata [82]
Roasted Cherry Tomato Chutney on Squash [85]
Annie France of Mission, Kansas, invented this beautiful summer dish. Juicy cherry tomatoes are roasted and served over spaghetti squash with herbs and mozzarella balls. Annie says she serves it as a side dish, but we think it would make a fantastic meatless main.
Wheat Berry Waldorf Salad [89]
Apples, dried cranberries and grapes meet crunchy celery and wheat berries in this colorful salad tossed with apple-cinnamon dressing.
Tomato Pasta with Arugula and Parmesan [93]
Light, no-cook lemon-garlic sauce dresses a tangle of linguine and vegetables. Mix red and yellow cherry tomatoes for the prettiest dish.
Rigatoni with Spinach, Walnuts, Sweet Potatoes and Goat Cheese [97]
This recipe, from the Chopping Block cooking school in Chicago, is a fast-fix mixture of pasta, goat cheese and vegetables. Serve with Italian bread.
Rigatoni with Spinach, Walnuts, Sweet Potatoes and Goat Cheese [98]
Pasta Frittata [101]
Diners at Ina's in Chicago get a giant, Parmesan-sprinkled wedge of this baked frittata served with sauteed tomatoes. We like it with a marinaralike sauce, too.
Spinach Frittata, with only five ingredients, is a quick-and-easy meal that's ready in just 20 minutes.
Pasta Frittata [102]
Spinach Frittata [103]
Pea and Mint Pesto [106]
Fresh mint and sweet peas shine in this bright, versatile pesto. We love it as a dip, sandwich spread and pasta sauce (thinned with a little water), but we suspect that you'll find even more ways to use it for a burst of early-summer flavor.
Pea and Mint Pesto [107]
Tomato Vodka Cream Pasta Sauce with Fettuccine [110]
This is a versatile recipe that's delicious over any type of pasta. A classic tomato sauce gets extra flavor from 2 tablespoons of vodka and smoothness from whipped cream. You can leave out the vodka, though, if you like, and experiment with different flavors of canned stewed tomatoes.
Fusilli Primavera [114]
This recipe tosses fun curly pasta with spring vegetables ("primavera"). We added almonds and a hint of cheese for a colorful stir-fry dish with crunch.
Fusilli Primavera [115]
Curried Lentil Soup [118]
Karen Scott from Park Forest, Illinois, fell in love with this spiced specialty when her daughter, Sandy Rutkowski, served her a bowl. "I thought it was out of this world," Karen says. Curry powder and fresh ginger add spicy flavor to the lentils.
Curried Lentil Soup [119]


text:
Toolbox for IT
White Papers
Tale of the tape: SaaS versus on-premise ERP
Ziff Davis
Posted Date:
It would be difficult to find anyone who doubts the value of enterprise resource planning or ERP. On the other hand, ask anyone what type of ERP solutions is best for their business, traditional on-premise or newer software as a service (SaaS), and most will probably tell you they don't know. In reality, both have advantages and disadvantages so it really is a matter of figuring out the best possible solution for your particular business.
Download this free white paper for a tale of the tape on SaaS versus on-premise ERP solutions.
Learn about the top considerations for the two different models of ERP solutions
Discover the criteria by which to judge as well as the scores of our own objective judging
Gain a better understanding of what you need to make a more informed decision
ERP is essential and SaaS is here to stay. But will the two work well together for you and your business? Don't miss this free white paper for a comprehensive overview of what you need to make the right decision.
Pop-up blockers may interfere with the automatic display of the document. If a new window did not open,
This document is no longer available for download.
About This White Paper
About This Sponsor
Ziff Davis, Inc. is a leading all-digital media company specializing in the technology market, reaching over 50 million in-market buyers every month. Ziff Davis sites feature trusted reviews of the newest and hottest tech products, news, commentary, tech deals and much more. Our portfolio includes our flagship PCMag.com, ExtremeTech, Geek.com and LogicBUY.com. Ziff Davis also helps marketers drive sales with its latest product, BuyerBase, the most advanced ad targeting platform focused 100% on in-market tech buyers.


text:
Music Home
Dance Home
Music Degrees & Programs
Music Ensembles
Jazz Studies Program
Music Education Program
Student/Faculty Info & Forms
SCHEDULE Your Recital/Class
Special Events
New Music Festival
Centenary: Music of Bezanson
43rd Multiband Pops
Greek & Music Organizations
Summer Courses/Workshops
Request Form
This Week's Program
Alumni, Parents & Families
Giving to Music & Dance
GIVE NOW, Options
Donor Spotlight
Chair's Message
To Receive Concert Updates
263A Fine Arts Center
(413) 545-0612
Music Education website
Dr. Lehmberg has given research and practice-based presentations at International Society for Music Education world conferences, National Association for Music Education national conferences, College Music Society/Association for Technology in Music Instruction national conferences, and National Multicultural Music Symposia, as well as music educator association conferences and professional development days in Florida, New England, and throughout the Midwest.
She is author of the book The Challenges and Rewards of Urban Teaching: Six Elementary Music Teachers' Perceptions of Effective Teaching and Pre-Service Preparation for Urban Classrooms, articles in Music Education International and Music Education Research International, and a book chapter in the NAfME publication, Kaleidoscope of Cultures - A Celebration of Multicultural Research and Practice: Proceedings of the MENC/University of Tennessee National Symposium on Multicultural Music.
In 2016, Prof. Lehmberg's book Music for Life: Music Participation and Quality of Life of Senior Citizens, co-authored with C. Victor Fung, was published by Oxford University Press. It presents a fresh, new exploration of the impact of musical experiences on the quality of life of senior citizens, and charts a new direction in the facilitation of the musical lives of people of all ages. Click for more info/purchase.
Music Home |
Dance Home |
Overview |
Music Degrees & Programs: Undergraduate |
Music Degrees & Programs: Graduate |
Music Ensembles |
Current Music Majors/Minors |
Class/Recital Scheduling |
Special Events |
Summer Course Offerings |
Alumni, Parents & Families |
Giving Opportunities |
Meet our Sponsors |
Admissions-Undergrad |
Admissions-Grad |
Audition Requirements-Undergrad |
Audition Requirements-Grad |
Admissions/Audition Request Form |
Scholarships & Awards |
Concert Calendar |
Music Faculty by Discipline |
Music Faculty by Name |
Faculty Discography |
Contact/Visit Us |
One of the best music schools/departments in Massachusetts and in New England, offering graduate and undergraduate Music Education, Jazz, Performance, Music History and Music Theory degrees and programs.
This site is maintained by the Department of Music and Dance.
© 2012 University of Massachusetts AmherstSite Policies


text:
Oi Leng Lui and Peta Browne join uConnect
uMedia's sales arm are currently in AFM selling Giuseppe Tornatore's The Best Offer, starring Geoffrey Rush, Donald Sutherland and Jim Sturgess.
Peter Rogers, the head of uMedia's sales arm uConnect, has appointed Oi Leng Lui as the company's sales manager.
Formerly in sales and acquisitions at London-based AV Pictures, Oi Leng also has experience in distribution as an executive with Cathay Organisation in Singapore.
"Oi Leng is a valued addition to our team," commented Rogers. "She has impeccable taste and a brilliant understanding of the changing pace of the international film market. We are excited to welcome her to our growing team."
Peta Browne has also joined uConnect as head of marketing. Browne previously worked with Rogers at Omega Entertainment and Cobalt.
uConnect are currently in AFM selling Giuseppe Tornatore's The Best Offer, starring Geoffrey Rush, Donald Sutherland and Jim Sturgess, which Warner Bros is releasing in Italy in January, as well as holding German and Austrian rights. Transmission has taken the film for Australia.
For full production credits visit
Have your say
You must sign in to make a comment.


text:
Apply for License
Reciprocal Licensing
The Board may issue a reciprocal Master or Journey license to plumbers who are currently licensed in Baltimore County or WSSC.
To qualify for reciprocation from WSSC or Baltimore County, you must hold BOTH the plumbing and gas portion of the license.
The State Plumbing Board reciprocates with the State of Delaware:
For the Master Plumber/Gasfitter license ONLY, you can apply online or call the State Board of Plumbing for an application.
Individuals who hold a current Journey or Master gas fitter license from Baltimore City, Baltimore County or WSSC may obtain a like State Natural Gas Fitter's license.
Return to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing home page
Questions or comments regarding the Board of Plumbing may be directed to
Questions or comments regarding the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing may be directed to
Questions or comments regarding the DLLR website may be directed to email@example.com.
Updated December 8, 2009


text:
I'm planning to build a fireplace in one corner of our patio this summer and am thinking about incorporating a grill and smoker with it. Something along the lines of a Texas smoker.
Finding design guidelines/recommendations is proving nearly impossible. Has anyone run across anything or have any experience with something like this?


text:
Right through the course of history, there have been leaders who have misdirected those around them. They have been taken as role models by wider society and their alleged successes have been the subject of envy. These people, who rebel against Allah and reject His verses, have used their material means to turn others away from the path of Allah. Allah refers to these people as "leaders, summoning to the Fire" (Surat al- Qasas, 41) in the Qur'an.
Pharaoh and Qarun, reported to have lived in the past in the Qur'an, are examples of this. In the verses "They followed Pharaoh's command but Pharaoh's command was not rightly guided. He will go ahead of his people on the Day of Resurrection and lead them down into the Fire. What an evil watering-hole to be led to!" (Surat al-Hud, 97-98), Allah reveals how on the Judgement Day Pharaoh will lead his people to the flames.
The common characteristic between Pharaoh-a major deterrent lesson for all the peoples that have come after him-and Qarun is that they possessed great wealth but used it unwisely, treading not on Allah's path but on satan's. As a result, both were punished by Allah. That is because nothing people possess in the life of this world, neither their wealth nor their close friends nor their status in society, can save them from Allah's retribution in this world or the next. For that reason, all the effort people make to deny the truth merely rebounds against their own selves. In the Qur'an, Allah reveals that prominent affluent people who become spoiled in their well-being, such as Pharaoh and Qarun, actually only succeed in establishing an order which works against themselves:
And likewise in every city We set up its greatest wrongdoers to plot in it. They plot against themselves alone, but they are not aware of it. (Surat al- An'am, 123)
He [Qarun] said: "I have only been given it because of knowledge I have." Did he not know that before him Allah had destroyed generations with far greater strength than his and far more possessions? The evildoers will not be questioned about their sins. (Surat al-Qasas, 78)
Similarly, Pharaoh's dominion also came to naught in the face of Allah's punishment; Allah destroyed Pharaoh, his palace, all his goods and his army:
… And We utterly destroyed what Pharaoh and his people made and the buildings they constructed. (Surat al- A'raf, 137)
Such was the case with Pharaoh's people and those before them. They denied their Lord's signs so We destroyed them for their wrong actions. We drowned Pharaoh's people. All of them were wrongdoers. (Surat al-Anfal, 54)
All these verses show that no matter how powerful a person may be in the life of this world, all human beings are completely helpless in the face of the might of Allah. Since some people are unable to see the true face of the world, they form an inflated impression of prominent members of society. They sometimes seek to adopt the mistaken behavior of people they admire. They often do this simply on account of the said individual's wealth. These people are often taken as role models and obsessed fans will attempt to imitate them. They may regard such peoples' faulty behavior as justified or even support it, even though it contravenes the general norms of that society. This disastrous mentality was the kind of perspective the people around Qarun possessed. It is revealed in the Qur'an that, impressed by Qarun's wealth, these people said the following:
He [Qarun] went out among his people in his finery. Those who desired the life of this world said: "Oh! If only we had the same as Qarun has been given! What immense good fortune he possesses." (Surat al-Qasas, 79)
As we have seen, leading figures among the unbelievers, who had a negative influence over the societies in which they lived, called on those around them to live by the ungodly system of satan and used all the means at their disposal to lead others to perdition with them. The fact is, however, that Allah has made every individual responsible for living in faith, calling those around him or her to the truth and ensuring that they avoid evil. The opposite will inflict grave responsibilities on that person in the sight of Allah and in the Hereafter. Allah has revealed that people who lead others to denial instead of setting a good example and calling them to the true path may be charged with those peoples' sins in addition to their own in the Hereafter:
So on the Day of Resurrection they will carry the full weight of their own burdens and some of the burdens of those they misguided without knowledge. What an evil load they bear! (Surat an-Nahl, 25)
Once the Judgment comes, the followers of the callers to the Fire will see in the Hereafter fate of those people they adopted as role models in the life of this world-simply on account of their wealth, standing or superior status in society-and will suffer a terrible regret. They will understand that these people whom they imagined to be powerful and superior are actually helpless and powerless.
They, the followers, will seek the help of the followed in the Hereafter just as they did in the life of this world. Both will wish for salvation from the eternal torment of Hell. But they will be powerless to do anything to save themselves. Allah has revealed this discourse amongst the unbelievers in the Qur'an:
When they are squabbling with one another in the Fire, the weak will say to those deemed great: "We were your followers, so why do you not relieve us of a portion of the Fire?" (Surah Ghafir, 47)
Those deemed great will say: "All of us are in it. Allah has clearly judged between His servants." (Surah Ghafir, 48)
All this information provided by Allah in the Qur'an shows how the "leaders summoning to the Fire" assume an enormous responsibility in the life of this world. It explains how they will be punished in the Hereafter. What the individual who becomes aware of these facts needs to do is to employ all the means at his or her disposal in the life of this world in order to attain Allah's approval and mercy. Paradise is Allah's promise. Allah has related the prayers of the believers on this subject:
[Believers are] those who say: "Our Lord, give us joy in our wives and children and make us a good example for those who guard against evil." (Surat al-Furqan, 74)
Allah has also given glad tidings: Those who set good examples to others will move to the forefront, and people who exhibit such moral qualities and draw close to our Lord will be rewarded in Paradise.
And the Forerunners, the Forerunners. Those are the Ones Brought Near in Gardens of Delight. (Surat al-Waqi'a, 10-12)2009-06-10 22:20:18


text:
Introducing RØDE Rec 2.8 from RØDE Microphones on Vimeo.
I ordered an iPhone 5s. Since I have so many Apps installed on my 4s I decided that when the new phone arrives to start fresh and only install Apps I really use often. My go to recording App has always been FiRe by Audiofile Engineering. I was thinking that I never notice FiRe being updated so I decided to do a little research and I discovered that FiRe was in the hands of RØDE. The new App RØDE Rec adds a bunch of new features and a new iPad version. One of the best things about FiRe/RØDE Rec is the large real time audio waveforms. I have had a lot of trouble recording my live shows. Even with a Limiter and concert settings on using various portable mics I always get distortion. I'm going to try using RØDE Rec on my iPad next time because I will clearly be able to "see" if I'm distorting in advance. The iXY mic they sell looks good but I will wait until they have a version with a Lighting connector. RØDE Rec is $5.99
"RØDE Microphones is excited to announce the next iteration of its ?eld recording app for Apple's iOS devices, RØDE Rec. This update, released to the app store today as a free upgrade, has a number of enhancements including a dedicated iPad interface, MP3 publishing and support for ten different languages. RØDE Rec has been incredibly well received since its launch in January of this year, where it was the only app on the market to allow for recording at 24-bit/96kHz (using RØDE's iXY stereo microphone). This is the ?rst update since RØDE acquired the FiRe app from creator Audio?le Engineering, and signals RØDE's intention to provide not only the best ?eld recording app for mobile devices, but a platform that rivals dedicated audio ?eld recorders." – promusicapps.com
For more info: rodemic.com/software/roderec


text:
Tagged as "Christy Agnese"
ITHACA, NY — At its May meeting, the Ithaca College Board of Trustees elected four new members. Elliot Mayrock '73 will serve for the next four years as a term trustee, Michael Conover '81 for three years as an alumni trustee, Christy Agnese '06 for three years as the staff trustee and Ciara Lucas '17 for two years as the student trustee.
Mayrock served...


text:
Posting for a friend of mine (hes trying to join but never gets the activation email). Looking for the best bang for the buck. He lives in a townhouse with a small deck 42" X 72" so size is defintely a consideration. found these 3. thoughts?
Ducane affinity 3100 grill – more grill for the money
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/de ... R&v=glance
Weber Q320 – expensive but nice fit
http://www.amazon.com/Weber-586002-Port ... B000WOVZ26
Kenmore – Seems like a good grill - 4 burners with side burner - made by charbroil though
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1260 ... word=grill
thanks for the help!


text:
Get Get Involved
The Florida Aquarium seeks a librarian to build a user-friendly library out of its growing literature collection, in the interests of making knowledge-based resources accessible and available to the staff and volunteers of The Florida Aquarium in pursuit and fulfillment of its mission: To entertain, educate, and inspire stewardship about our natural resources.
Select the internship that best fits your needs. Email application materials to: email@example.com or Fax to : (813) 273-4161.
All internships are non-paid.
The fastest, easiest way to get information on everything happening at The Florida Aquarium.
Donate Today
Help The Florida Aquarium rescue sea turtles, restore coral reefs, educate underserved school children and inspire stewardship in our natural environment. Please donate.
Connect With Us
Get the latest news and join the conversation!
© Privacy Policy | Site Map Developed and maintained by iMedia inc.
The Florida Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to entertain, educate and inspire stewardship about our natural environment.


text:
Richard Nicoll's resort 2015 collection has been previewed and Fashionising.com has each of the key looks for you.
You can see all of the Richard Nicoll resort 2015 collection by clicking on a thumbnail on the left. From there you can browse through each of the pictures from the collection.


text:
Canon releases promised Firmware v2.0.0 for EOS 7D
Canon has released firmware version 2.0.0 for the EOS 7D. The update, originally announced in June, is the most comprehensive we can think of - significantly expanding the capabilities of the 7D. Changes include improved continuous-shooting buffer depth (to 25 Raws, up from the original 15), customizable Auto ISO, control of audio recording level for video and the ability to re-process Raws and rate images in-camera. The update also enables the use of the GP-E2 GPS module.
Click here to go to the EOS 7D firmware update page (Canon US)
Aug 6, 2015
Aug 4, 2015
Dec 17, 2014
Mar 28, 2015
I own it
I want it
I had it
Discuss in the forums
I think lots of the changes are really cosmetic and not usefull for a photographer.
All the in-camera-editing stuff for example.
But there is a Big Miss I think. I mean the possibility to have the distinct fine autofocus tuning for the max and min focal length of the Zoom lenses.
This is pure software stuff and could reduce a real problem with the Canon-AF-Saga.
The problem is not only saving dollars for the repair centers, but to have poperly focused pics, as those centers most of times don't admit the problem and not accept the lens for recalibration (or they return the lens in the same state you give them!)
Being able to develop RAW images while tweaking the settings is a useful addition for photographers on-the-go that want to upload their photos directly over their smartphone 3G/4G data networks.
Hi Canon software developers , is it possible to make 2 My Menu options (Green in LCD screen) (pag 238 of EOS7D Manual Firmware 2.0) for Photo & Video Mode seperatly. Thx.
I discovered minor problem (typo) while trying out the RAW Imaging Processing and resizing an image. When the file is being saved, the camera displays, "Saving edited movie", rather than displaying, "Saving edited image". It is a minor typo and does not affect the saving process. It's not a big deal, but it is rather distracting. I understand Canon makes typos on the foreign language settings on new cameras and later updates them to fix the typos, so I wonder if they will figure it out later and fix it. I don't have this problem on my Mark 3.
Yes, an updated manual exists online but this is not useful for peoples who carried the Canon 7D without taken a computer, isn't? And to print us 292 pages, in A4 or US format is not a solution. Canon, in my opinion, should update the manual, which had been delivered with the 7D not only for actual owners but also for the next purchasers! Somebody who purchases NOW a new 7D, hopefully already with firmware 2.0.0, will receive in the box, I hope, a new manual.
Apparently, Canon has already designed a new manual for the 2.0 update of the 7D and is shipping them with new and current 7D's.
I appreciate Canon's 7D firmware update overview webpage, the short video, additional features page, helpful 1.x/2.x comparison chart; very thoughtful.
I'd appreciate an updated manual - complete, current documentation for new and updated features.
updated 7d to new firmware 2.00 using macosx version, via compact flash card.its lovely.it goes...
Would be nice if Canon added at least that updated AutoISO feature to 5DMk2 as well :-P. After all it also has Digic4 and they are still selling it.
i dont think they will do that..they have a new camera instead
Bravo canon, some people think that there will be no 7D Mark 2.
Since the 1.3 sensors cameras are dead, the next 7D will be a killer camera and still adopting the 1.6 sensors with the same and sophisticated AF of the Flagship 1D X and will shoot up to 10 FPS with a bunch of new features, wildlife and sports shooters will be very happy for the next flagship APS C with a stronger and better built.
I am going to start saving like how I did with the 1D X, the current 7D will be outstanding for many years again even when the 7D 2 is out.
no..it applies only to images
In fact, according to some sources (what we call a rumor) there might be a 7D Mark 2 (cf: http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/cameras/Canon_7dmk2.html ) and even a 6D (cf: http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/cameras/Canon_6d.html ) in the coming. Wait and see...
Anyway, I'm satisfied of my (updated) 7D and I'm rather considering the buying of a good lens which is as everybody knows fundamentaly the nerve of a good picture.
Did your buffer size go up to 25? Mine shows only 23 for some reason... And I have plenty of room on the CF. Then again, I got 34 (black) pictures before slowing down..
Overall, I'm happy about the update
I just shot a burst of 60 large raw files of my desk with the update.
Must be a new trick Canon have planned all along. Instead of R&D a new camera, Canon just limited the capability of the 7D from the beginning, then extended its life by releasing its full potential a few years later.
Yeah, you're right. Wait til you see what the 1DX can do in three years. What are you guys smoking???
I don't mean to be offensive, but I think your theory is highly unlikely. Even though it is well known that the technology being offered to the consumer is way behind what's already possible, trying to revive a camera that's been in the market for more than two years to make it more attractive and to sell new stock goes against the usual consumer psychology, which is to try to get the latest and newest products (5D Mark III). Going the route for a lesser model (60D or Rebel whatever) wouldn't make much sense. However, I concede that the fact that a 7D Mark II or something similar hasn't appeared yet is a bit strange.
Think of this.. a cell phone sensor now has over 30mp. What exactly, using the same pixel density, is stopping CaniNikon from going even further with a APS or FF sensor's available real estate? Are there just too many of us so concerned with buffer size and/or frame rate?
Kudos to Canon.. Not a canon fan boy but they are the first to do such awesome FW update to a camera.. Long live 7D..
Right ! If the 7D can still be sold one or two years, such a long life in the digital era will be nothing less than an historic achievement.
Too bad there is no way upgrading ones camera by asking the maker to change an old sensor by a newer one, or a DIGIC IV by a DIGIC 5+
Downloaded / upgraded / it works. I like the AUTO-ISO improvement (my wife's 600D had the 6400, I did not with the 7D...), buffer/RAW OK (I will test this tomorrow in "real combat situations"). Bottom line: useful, but it will not transform a very good camera into an incredible one. I am pretty sure that other features can be added, but why not to leave these to the Mk II? Canon Marketing people are surely aware of that. What Canon did with the 7D 2.0 firmware is called "line extension" in the pharmaceutical industry - they are using this "tactic" for years to keep the product lifecycle as long as possible, if profitable. But wait, even the "users" can benefit, more or less. Good move. P.S.: I just wonder, what can be done for my good ol' 5D Mk II... Cheers! :)
Any FW which solves my problem that display turns off during dailing Mode to other settings CA/P/Tv/Av/M/B/C1/C2/C3. Hate that. Thx Canon for reading.
Thanks Canon for this update to one of the best camera in your line up. Although I love my 7D, I had retired it and made my Sony A77 my main camera. With this upgrade it will now come out of retirement. Again, thanks Canon.
Wow those are some great improvements. This is similar to the enhancements(Fully working AFC in Video, Better burst rates, Better Noise Reduction) that Panasonic added to the GH2 over a year after its release.
I hope this trend continues. It is great that Manufactures are still supporting their products even when a new model is just arround the corner.
To those complaining . . .
I bought my 7D with firmware 1.something, paid for it and accepted it for what it is. I thought then (and even now), that it was an awesome hardware/firmware combination. Now Canon is giving me a significant upgrade . . .FOR FREE!!!! And that's supposed to make me feel CHEATED??? I don't get it.
a) I would not call it complaining rather then pointing out ..
b) of course it's a good thing for all 7d owners, dead right, what else - or is there any need to talk about that?! ;-))
c) best for those who can now go back to bed again, ie. Canon *lol*,
everyone is happy, well done!
Not really complaining.. but it does lead to legions of other DSLR models wondering why/when/if these kinds of improvements (raw buffer, auto-iso programmability, etc..) could have or will be made to their bodies (eg. 5DII, 1dIII? Heck if if they retroactively offered such for a nominal price ($100 ?) who would take them up on this?
I think this substantial firmware upgrade will be a one-off for the 7D only and I think here's the reason why. The 7D is the first in Canon's "new body" design for prosumer/semi-pro magnesium alloy clad DSLR cameras. (5DMkIII is the 2nd one) It was a major departure from the then existing xxD body design. In terms of hardware, it is still a competitive design. So Canon, I think, figured out that all the improvements it needs is firmware upgrade and instead of developing a new body, they just gave that to the existing body.
In my opinion it's not a bad idea. Save on R&D, retain the value of a very good camera, and at the same time make existing customers happy. It's like hitting 3 birds with one stone. I don't believe they'll do the same for 5DII and 1DIII. Those bodies were already superceded with the 5DIII and 1DIV (and 1DX) respectively.
So, the question is, did Canon have this plan way back when they launched the 7D originally? How long ago would they have had to start development /R&D for a 7D2 that they decided not to, and how long have they known that firmware could be published to accomplish almost the same thing?
Will the 1dX have a IdX2, or will it be firmware? Will 5dIV be about in a couple year, or a 5dIII firmware update?
Canon knew did right from the start of making the FW of the EOS-7D. Brands slow down the development of a camera in order to make everytime a new one to sell, sell and sell. P&S camera's make more progress these days. Built-in WiFi / GPS. Now I shoot with Pana FZ-100 (old one) + Eye-Fi 8Gb (auto upload to any ftp server). Great stuff.
thank you Canon..this is a great move by Canon. its a good policy change to add and improve significantly some features through firmware updates.
can you please explain what we can do with customizable auto iso?
Interesting. Giving functionality updates like this makes for an exciting and satisfying owner-ship experience, while at the same time Canon get to release hardware before the software is quite ready. Nice.
Seems to me that Canon has just chosen to enable what they could have offered in the first place. No doubt they did this because they didn't have a better way to extract money from people at this time.
I wonder if this includes the up coming Pancake lens fix or if that will be in a separate fix. Its supposed to be here later this month....apparently.
Canon is just doing great...no need for sony sensor...
Nice to see Canon see the benefit of updating firmware to enhance their cameras' capabilities. Too bad they didn't include other much requested features, like expanded exposure bracketing (5 or 7 images) and focus bracketing. Maybe there will be a 2.1 or 3.0 next year.
Oh Yes!! The only new feature I was hoping/praying for, was expanded auto-bracketing to 5 or 7 or more frames... sigh. I'll likely download the FWU, to stay current, but I never use Auto ISO, seldom shoot more than say, 5 or 6 high-speed/burst shots, and can't quite imagine in-camera RAW processing being useful to me in my particular workflow - I certainly don't want to trust the LCD screen on the back to tell me what the result will look like.
Fingers crossed again, that the NEXT FWU Canon releases will expand the # of Auto Bracketing frames!!
Kinda pampered my decision NOT to buy 5DmIII (yet? ;) It was too expensive anyway, yet the drooling continues.
I just upgraded to the new 7D Firmware, I'm not sure if it will give me much benefit, But Heck, it does feel like I have a new toy to play with :) panning shots watch out :)
Anyone with pocket wizards update yet? Curious if they work fine with 2.0.0 or of they need to be updated as well
I wouldn't call it huge, but I loaded it up anyway. For me, the buffer depth and max iso are the two main features. I don't plan to use the GPS module and I don't shoot video much. I wouldn't call this as big as a real h/w refresh, but one might speculate that they aren't prepared for a new crop body in the xD line. In fact, my (un)informed guess is that there won't be a 7D Mk anything/ever. Seems more likely that range will be the FF as the cost of those sensors heads down.
I'm a pretty happy camper with my 7D as is. For some reason, I just have passed on most of the issues people have seen.
As a 7D owner, i am looking foward to this update. I am an enthusiast photographer and my budget will not allow me to buy a new camera that is better than the 7D. Well done to Canon for making the effort to keep their customers of its top of the line crop camera happy. Full frame lovers got the 5DIII and we got the firmware update. Im gratefull, as im sure many other 7D owners are too. If im going to upgrade from the 7D in the future, it will be to FF, so for now i believe i am getting the best Canon can offer for this camera, and any other in its class. I cant wait to use the upgrades in the field.
Does anyone know if the new 7D software effects support for 1/250sec shutter sync speed with the new Canon 600EX-RT Speedlight in RF wireless mode? The Canon web site says that when using RF wireless mode on the 600EX-RT, the max shutter sync speed on pre-2012 cameras is decreased by one stop. I have read owners of 600EX-RT speedlights that say this is either a misprint or corner case, as 1/250s shutter sync works fine for them in RF sync mode.
If it doesn't it's not because of the limits of the camera... pocket wizards sync at 1/320 wirelessly on the 7d so you would think Canon could do it on their own stuff at least that fast
Canon played her last card right.
Made the owners of 7D happy and give life to an old product for a couple of years.
Forget about 7D mark2
Assuming that canon sensor tech hasn't been upgraded much we won't see anything revolutionary in image quality.
check above and see if there is a difference :(
Wondering how the resale value of the 7D will be affected.
An aging camera just got a massive adrenalin shot.
So from now on... brand new 7D buyers should check for version V2.0.0 before purchase.
Some have no problems installing the new downloads. It is easy for them.
But not all users are are able to do that without concern.
The slightest hitch in the FTP, and the camera becomes a brick, and it is imperative to bring it to service at a cost.
Others may place value on an updated version because they have no clue how to do it, or not very sure of themselves how to do it, or just plain lazy.
How on earth can firmware change buffer size that drastically? I would say it had been crippled to start with, but it doesn't make sense in the top apsc model.
It doesn't change buffer size at all; what it does do is process images more quickly, which allows greater burst depth. They just improved the processing algorithm.
I always believed that the bottleneck was not processing but write to to the card. And what processing are we talking about? It's about raw buffer, so it's not the actual jpg engine which improvement I could imagine. I thought raw capture was almost completely electronic. It doesn't correct any aberrations afaik, so what there is to process?
Canon said that the new firmware did a better job of memory buffer management which allowed a deeper buffer. Their terminology is off - on the Canon Web site they say they improved the 'rate', but the rate is the same - 8 fps. The burst length is what significantly improved.
Canon, one day may we get a built in intervalometer for the 5D Mark III?
The old and aging Nikon D300 has one. Built In.
Multiple exposure features too.
...and it's not even full frame.
Canon... tsk tsk, listen this request ^^^
Don't worry Canon will be along soon to give their users a "massive" update and everyone will dance around saying how wonderful it is and how Nikon should sit up and take note blah blah blah.
The fact is that it is Canon that deliberately CRIPPLES their products in the first place so that they can keep their users hungry. It's a VERY cynical policy. Try loading the camera with top spec in the first place; the D800 has a huge mass of features the 5DIII does not. Just in the same way even the ageing D300S has features the 7D still not, even after this so called upgrade.
I was just waiting for one of you conspiracy guys to show up..
Software is as hard to engineer as the hardware they sit in. To say that the first 7D is an intentionally locked down product is just ridiculous, especially considering the harsh market it competes in. Ever heard of software optimization? Guess not.
No, they want to sell their remote release/interval timer thingy instead.
Only new images can be re-dimensioned and rated. My jpeg old images were not accepted. Old raw files cannot be processed too.
Awesome that a manufacturer spends a lot of time and effort to make an 'old' camera much better and provides it as a free upgrade via software. I hope this will set an example!
Well, I don't want to rain on Canon's parade...
BUT, you are of course aware that Canon is only doing this to renew the interest in the 7D (lagging sales) and to keep the people who've already bought one from jumping ship... and not so much as disinterested service to it's existing base of customers.
I would have wholeheartedly agreed with you, had Canon done this AFTER releasing the 7D replacement.
Do you REALLY believe that??
normally they would never do, as long as cash cow flows they'd let hang loose if the others would let them - just have a look at their "mirrorless" ... they are just not up to what they should be
to me it seems they only managed to provide the market with 5dIII and 1dX (ok, 1dX I think is fine) and I really wonder what they will go to PK Cologne with?! (and actually I don't bother)
SO a company that improves its product, at no cost to it's customers is doing it to increase sales? REALLY???? Wow, never thought of that, yes, that is raining on my parade. How dare they make their product better just to make money. Next thing you know you're going to tell me that they released the new 5D to increase sales and make money.
O.k., seems I wasn't clear...
Canon is doing this to renew interest in a product that, while still being a good tool, is starting to lag behind the competition... or just about to. They are doing this, like everything else, to make money. They want to sell 7Ds... now they can say there is a "new" 7D with this firmware. Since they probably don't have a good 7D replacement anywhere near production... they're trying to rekindle the interest in another wise - now - bland product.
I would have had more respect for them, had they released this update 2 years ago, in the product's mid-life cycle and not as a last ditch effort to drum up sales of the 7D, probably still a whole year before they'll get anything else interesting out the door to replace it.
Of course, Canon fanboys won't see it that way... but then again, what's new under the sun... ???
tipit...do you have an uncle that works there that told you why Canon upgraded the 7D? How exactly do you know why they did this? As a 7D owner it only makes me more loyal to Canon. You sound like a whiny da.
The bottom line is that this update is good for 7D owners.
Best late than never.
Some people can never find any goodness in anything... all they do is nag nag nag.
Well, they could have moved a few controls around and then sold it only as the new "7Ds" so you'd have to buy a new body to get the upgrade. Somehow this approach seems preferable.
tipid: I absolutely agree with you.
Of course canon fanboys don't want to hear that .. ;-))
But having still Canon dslr of my own shouldn't prevent my brain to make up a critical mind. Canon is a pain in the neck, I'd never had bought a 5dII which should have had proper AF right from the beginning, now it's 2012 when they first give way to that but still leg pulling concidering the 5dIII price.
Nevertheless, lots of people happy about someone telling them what to think and most important what stuff to buy .. ;-))))
Sony please listen, it CAN be done!
It says "Originally Announced in June". Is released now.
Bah, why let facts get in the way of another unwarranted dpreview bash.
Have you been asleep dpreview, it's been out for ages
Or just a day. Whatever.
Yup, and the 1DX has "been out" since October 2011.
It's only have been 10 hrs loaded on my 7d and dpreview already makes the announcement, man they're fast
I have a Canon 7D that I use as a backup camera while shooting my weddings.
Yesterday I update the firmware to the latest version, and everything was fine.
Took some shots, went over the menu, everything looked working well.
I had an engagement session today, and I was excited to see the new features, so I decided to use it instead of my Canon 5D MK2. After 2 ( Literarily ) only 2 pictures, it stopped working giving me a blinking battery signal, so I thought I used a dead battery, changed to a fully charged one, got the same blinking empty battery, then "Err" and after few seconds NOTHING.
Tried different batteries... nothing no sign ... totally dead.
Any idea??
|2014_1211_140657AA by old shutter bugger
from The Bride
|Overloaded by NZ Scott
from Your City - Delivery Boy
|Barley by Will B Milner
from Alone
|APPLE & ROACH by TX Photo Doc
from Delicious - Unpalatable
Equivalence is much-discussed, but still often misunderstood. Here's a simplified explanation of the concept of equivalent apertures, which is just another way of talking about light received by your camera.
Try your hand at this blind portrait shootout between the Canon 1DX Mark II, Nikon D5 and Sony a9. With all bias removed, you might just rank your favorite camera brand worst.
Photo sharing site 500px has just added support for wide-gamut color profiles such as AdobeRGB and ProPhotoRGB, even allowing users to filter their searches by color profile.
DJI just released a mandatory firmware update for the DJI Spark. If you own a Spark and don't update your firmware by September 1st, DJI will remotely ground your drone.
Affordable flash manufacturer Godox has updated its smartphone app so that it can be used to control all of its wireless X flash units, not just the A1 smartphone flash.
Western Digital's new My Book Duo external desktop storage system offers up to 20TB of storage capacity, and comes with RAID-optimized WD Red hard drives.
Version 1.04 of the Sony a6500 firmware can be downloaded from the Sony Support website now.
Not sure how to choose your first drone? In this article, the second of a 3-part series, we discuss what factors you should consider when deciding what drone is right for you.
NASA photo editor Joel Kowsky didn't just capture the solar eclipse from his vantage point in Wyoming, he also managed to capture the ISS buzzing across what remained of the sun.
In these videos, talented photographer and filmmaker Daniel DeArco breaks down several tips that will help flash photography newbies start experimenting with artificial light.
Photographer and master potter Steve Irvine makes incredibly intricate, functional ceramic pinhole cameras that look like robots and monsters.
Chinese gimbal manufacturer Gudsen has released a firmware update for its Moza Air that lets you control the direction and angle of the head remotely just by moving a small handlebar-mounted control unit.
Curious how the Sony a9 performs underwater? Our friends at Backscatter took the camera diving off the Baja California coast, to find out how it handled shooting great white sharks.
While most of the DPReview crew put away our cameras and just watched the celestial event, Rishi decided last-minute to hack together a rig and capture a few shots.
Defunct Russian camera maker Zenit is making a comeback, and they're planning to release a full-frame mirrorless camera in 2018.
The days where you're more or less locked into premium or first-party flash units has gone. They're less than $50 now, so there's one less excuse not to get one. Here's our case for adding one to your kit, and a few pointers to get you going.
If you're shooting the solar eclipse here's a hint: don't fry your camera's sensor. Use a proper solar filter that offers at least 16 stops of light filtration, along with UV and IR filtering. More important? Don't look at it unless you've got solar filters. Sensors can be replaced, your retinas can't.
Photographer Rick Wenner recently captured an odd event called the Race of the Gentlemen with a rather odd camera: The Phase One XF IQ3 Achromatic, the world's only 101MP black-and-white digital back.
Buying used is a good way to save some dough, and with the right precautions you can protect yourself from falling victim to a scam.
This two-part video series takes a deep dive into the world of dynamic symmetry and geometric composition, using iconic photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson's brilliant photographs as a guide.
Award-winning photographer Jeremy Cowart tells the moving story behind this drone photograph, captured in the aftermath of the devastating wildfire in Gatlinburg, TN in 2016.
Happy 2017 World Photo Day! We asked everyone on staff at DPReview to share one photo that they took within the last year that makes them jazzed on photography. Here's what we chose.
French President Emmanuel Macron has lodged a legal complaint against a paparazzo who snuck onto the president's private vacation property to take pictures.
Ever wonder what the difference is between compressed, uncompressed and lossless compressed Raw files? Photography Life's Nasim Mansurov breaks it down for you in this informative article.
The oldest known portrait of a US president was just discovered after over a century in storage. It's going up for auction in October, where it's expected to fetch between $150,000 and $250,000.
If you're using the popular Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 Art lens with Sigma's MC-11 converter, listen up: you'll want to update your lens and converter firmware ASAP.
If you've heard it once, you've probably heard it a thousand times: never check in your camera gear when flying. This shattered $11,000 lens is what can happen when you do.
Lensrentals just did its first Cine lens comparison, pitting five top-notch 35mm primes against each other: the Zeiss CP.2 35mm T2.1, Canon CN-E 35mm T1.5, Sigma 35mm T1.5 FF, Rokinon Xeen 35mm T1.5 and Schneider Xenon 35mm T2.1.
A team of Google researchers have found that slightly warping watermarks when embedding them into images can help prevent automatic removal.
You don't have to empty your savings account to take your photography to the next level. These cheap buys cost about $50 or less, and come with outsized benefits for your photography.


text:
Wash. Post's Jennifer Rubin Pushes Lie That Romney Health Care Plan Covers Pre-Existing Conditions
Blog ››› ››› DAVID SHERE
Washington Post blogger Jennifer Rubin falsely claimed that Republican candidate Mitt Romney's health care plan always included a provision insuring that those with pre-existing conditions are not denied insurance coverage. In fact, this is the exact opposite of what the Romney campaign has said.
In a recent study, the Government Accountability Office found that "between 36 and 122 million adults reported medical conditions that could result in a health insurer restricting coverage."
This is why one of the major features of the Affordable Care Act is its requirement that insurance companies not deny coverage based on pre-existing conditions. The ACA prohibits insurers in the private individual market from denying coverage, charging higher-than-average premiums, or restricting coverage to individuals based on the individual's health status.
During the first presidential debate, Romney claimed that his health care plan includes protections for pre-existing conditions. But as CNN reported following the debate, top Romney adviser Eric Fehrnstrom clarified that this protection only applied to people who already had health insurance, not those seeking health insurance for the first time. Fehrnstrom added:
"We will give the state initiatives and money so that they can manage these decisions on their own. But, of course, we'd like them to see them continue that pre-existing band for those who have continuous coverage."
PolitiFact evaluated Romney's claim following the debate that his plan insured coverage for those with pre-existing conditions and found it "mostly false."
But on MSNBC's The Daily Rundown, Rubin stated that Romney's "plan always covered pre-existing issues."
When PolitiFact evaluated Romney's claim that his plan insured coverage for those with pre-existing conditions, it concluded that the statement was "mostly false," writing:
Romney said his health care proposals include protections for pre-existing conditions What he didn't say at the debate -- but which his website states and advisers confirmed after the debate -- is that people would be protected from denial only if they have been continuously insured.
The health care law, though, offers protections whether people have current coverage or not, so it offers more robust protection. The law also includes a requirement that everyone have insurance or pay a tax penalty. Romney's plan doesn't have that requirement.
Romney did not mention the qualifier that people have to stay insured to get the protection. That's a significant omission. We rate his statement Mostly False.
According to Bloomberg Businessweek, "Health-policy specialists say Romney's plan echoes such protection already in a 1996 U.S. law and doesn't show how it would help at least 36 million sick people at risk of being denied coverage."
In its study, GAO reported that more than two-thirds of adults with pre-existing conditions live in states that have no insurance protections like those put in place in the Affordable Care Act:
The estimated number of adults with pre-existing conditions varies by state, but most individuals, 88-89 percent depending on the list of pre-existing conditions included, live in states that do not report having insurance protections similar to those in PPACA. Compared to others, adults with pre-existing conditions spend thousands of dollars more annually on health care, but pre-existing conditions are common across all family income levels.
GAO also reported: "Certain groups had higher rates of pre-existing conditions than others, including women, whites, and those with public insurance. Compared to others, adults with pre-existing conditions spend thousands of dollars more annually on health care, but pre-existing conditions are common across all family income levels."
This is at least the second time this week that Rubin has made demonstrably false statements while defending Romney. On CNN's Reliable Sources, she claimed President Obama was not referring to the attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi when he used the term "acts of terror" in his September 12 comments addressing the incident.
- Posted In
- Health Care, Health Care Reform
- Person
- Jennifer Rubin
- Stories/Interests
- Benghazi
Instructions for signing up and claiming your comment history are located here.
Updated rules for commenting are here.


text:
This conference will provide an opportunity for leaders in the legal profession to engage in enriching dialogue and build an international network. To maximize participation and allow for stimulating conversations about the latest developments in the practice of law, topics will be addressed in discussion groups. In addition, there will be presentations by distinguished speakers.
Benefits of Attending
- Networking with legal practitioners from the US and around the world
- Opportunity to showcase your practice
- Professional Development and CLE credits
- Meeting WCL Professors and colleagues
- Sunny Miami in April!
Registration Fee includes: welcome reception, two lunches, two breakfasts, and reception at the Chophouse Miami
- $295 prior to March 31
- $350 after March 31
- $100 Students
Registrants may also bring guests
- $35 for Welcome Reception
- $55 for Reception at the Chophouse Miami
We have secured the favorable rates of $229 per person plus sales tax of 13% if reservation is made by March 9, 2010
- To make a reservation, please go to http://www.wcl.american.edu/go/miamihotel
- The group code (WA3) is already entered in the Group Code box
- Make your reservation at the special conference rate of $229 plus taxes
- Alternatively, you can call 1-800-327-3005 and ask for the Washington College of Law Conference or use the group code WA3
Intercontinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL 33131


text:
30 Second gel nail polish. No chip, no wear, no wait. 15 days glossy colour in a instant.
Apply 1–2 thin coats. Cure each coat 30 seconds under a Gellux LED lamp or 2 min under a UV lamp.Keep out of reach of children. Irritant.
Di–HEMA trimethylhexyl dicarbamate, HEMA, Hydroxypropyl methacrylate, Aluminum calcium sodium silicate, Trimethylbenzoyl iphenylphosphine oxide, Butyl acetate, Ethyl acetate, Silica, Isopropyl Alcohol, Hydroxycyclohexyl phenyl ketone, Hydroquinone, p–hydroxyanisole, CI77491, CI 60725.


text:
Wheeler uneven in first Triple-A start
Mets' top prospect fans seven, walks four over 4 2/3 innings
By Robert Emrich / Special to MLB.com | August 6, 2012 7:45 PM ET
The Mets' No. 1 prospect struck out seven and allowed two runs on three hits over 4 2/3 innings as Buffalo lost to Syracuse, 5-4, on Monday.
Wheeler ran into some trouble in the fifth inning, giving up a leadoff single to Brett Carroll. Following a sacrifice bunt by Zach Duke, Wheeler walked Eury Perez and hit Jarrett Hoffpauir to load the bases with one out. Corey Brown delivered the Chiefs' first run with a sacrifice fly and Carlos Rivero ended Wheeler's night with an RBI single.
"I was able to get my offspeed pitches over for strikes," Wheeler said. "I struggled with the first batter of the game, I had to settle down and get those jitters out. I didn't have many, but you always have some when you do something new. I felt good with my curveball."
Wheeler was promoted to the International League after going 10-6 with a 3.26 ERA in 19 starts for Double-A Binghamton. The Georgia native was originally slated to start Sunday, but the game was rained out.
"We had a six-man rotation in Double-A, so I'm used to taking that extra day. It didn't bother me," Wheeler said. "It was basically just like any other game. I just had new people around me, it was fun."
Wheeler issued four walks and threw 101 pitches in less than five innings of work. The 22-year-old right-hander understands what the problem was with his outing.
"It's just going out of the stretch, thinking I have to be faster," Wheeler said. "I'm fast to the plate, but it's just out of the stretch, I rush and have a problem staying back. Whenever I rush to the plate, the arm slot is high and that's what happens. It's easy to fix, but it's something you have to work and work on."
Justin Hampson followed Wheeler and allowed a run on one hit over a third of an inning. Scott Patterson (0-1) took the loss after giving up two runs on three hits in the sixth.
Josh Rodriguez and Lucas Duda contributed a solo homer apiece for the Bisons.
Perez, the Nationals' No. 5 prospect was 2-for-3 with two runs scored for the Chiefs.
Zach Duke became the first 12-game winner in the International League after yielding three runs on five hits while fanning eight over six innings for Syracuse.
Robert Emrich is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.View More


text:
We are currently searching "Store" for your search term.
If you'd like to search another section of our website,
please select another section from the drop down list.
$10 Credit is Applied on You Account
When Your friend place his first order.
Plus you will receive additional $5
For every 20 items that friend will
You have no items in your shopping cart.
Be the first to review this product
The highest quality imported gumpaste tools are on our list of must-haves. And these lace makers,bead makers, and rope makers give you details that are easy, beautiful and edible.
Availability: In stock
You have no items to compare.


text:
Oceanside Firm Is Finding Success in Its SpaceSCIENCE: Company's Telescopes Are in Demand By Schools, Stargazers Monday, January 14, 2013
Oceanside Photo & Telescope started as a camera retailer but now generates most of its sales from folks who have stars in their eyes.
The 66-year old business has carved out a sterling reputation as a seller of astronomy equipment, initially to amateurs, and lately to commercial and educational organizations.
In recent years, it's branched out to helping schools upgrade their space observatories.
Ralph Emerson, OPT's director of education, said in 2011 the company did about $300,000 in sales to schools for improved astronomy equipment. Last year, it generated about $1 million from five contracts with educational institutions, and should at least equal that number this year.
"We now have a pipeline and (are) in discussions with six colleges, so we expect to do at least as well this year as we did last year," Emerson said.
STEM Sells
More schools are getting on the astronomy bandwagon, investing in better and stronger telescopes, realizing what an effective tool they are in engaging students into the world of STEM.
That stands for "science, technology engineering and math," all areas of study that aren't attracting the number of students needed to fill openings in future jobs, says Emerson.
"If you're in education, you know what it means," he said. "We're only producing about half the engineers and scientists that industry said we'll need over the next 25 years. … As a country, strategically, we have to get better at this."
Last year, among the observatory improvement contracts OPT signed was for Cranbrook Institute of Science near Detroit.
"That's the same prep school (Cranbrook Schools) that (Mitt) Romney went to and they've had an observatory there since 1929 and the equipment needed upgrading," Emerson said, of the $205,000 contract. "We installed three different kinds of telescopes there."
"Our old observatory was starting to show its age. The dome was leaking. We had a manual system and we wanted to go with something that was high-tech, and allowed us to transfer the images to the Web. We basically wanted to transform the space," said Michael Narlock, Cranbrook's head of astronomy and exhibits.
With the upgrades, images that are viewed on the three telescopes can be transmitted and viewed at the nearby planetarium, Narlock said.
The largest contract (and one that could end up at about $600,000) entails installing six telescopes at the University of Hawaii's Maui campus. OPT also had contracts with the University of Maine and California State University San Bernardino.
Prev NextPage 1 of 2.


text:
Welcome, Need Some Help? Call us on 01694 781313
You have no items in your basket.
Handsewn from Pittards extra soft 3000 nappa leather and lined in fine silk these are arguably the best ladies gloves on the market today. All stitching inseam. Model Name - Felicity
Mens Glove Size
Ladies Glove Size
Sized Gloves
If you are not sure about your glove size, measure the hand you normally write with around the palm at its widest point in inches (excluding the thumb), then round up to the nearest half or whole number - this will be your glove size.
Glove sizes come in half and whole numbers, between 7½ and 11 for men and 6 and 8½ for women. For example if your hand measures 8½ inches around its widest point (excluding the thumb), your glove size is 9 (Note: one inch = 25.4mm).
Where gloves are sized S, M, L and XL, please use the top guides. If you are between sizes, we reccomend you to choose the smaller size. Gloves should be snug at first but will stretch.
(3 reviews)
Size Guide
Need Help? Call 01694 781313 (mon-fri 9:00-5:30)
3 Customer Reviews, 100% rating
Powered by Feefo
When I Started the company in 2002 , it was with a view to selling good quality men's shirts , made of the finest materials in small batches in European factories directly to the public online. Since then and over time we have established relationships with key suppliers of other goods and accessories such as silk ties, cufflinks, men's and ladies socks and nightwear with a view to bringing great quality products at fair prices directly to the public and delivering to your door.
Viyella Shirts are known as the ultimate country shirts and every six months we buy into their new ranges , while stocking perennial favourites such as Tattersall checks all year round.
Pantherella socks are renowned worldwide as being the finest socks in the world , still made in their Leicester factory , we carry virtually their entire stock range as well as bringing in seasonal designs to add variety to the pantheon of quality socks that they supply
Somax nightwear is another traditional favourite , beautifully made traditional pyjamas in lightweight summer weights and warm brushed cotton pyjamas for when something cosy is required, They really are pyjamas as they used to be and it's not unusual to seeing them pop up on TV , it might be on Dr Who , or on Downton Abbey or indeed in the Olypmpic opening ceremony in 2012 – Somax nightwear , truly authentic nightwear.
These are just some of the brands that we stock, but you'll have to browse the site to see the full range. Our entire business is underpinned by our adherence to good customer service and to supplying customers with what they want ,when they want it at a fair price , don't take it from me, check out our Feefo ratings to see what our customers say about us , I am incredibly proud of what our customers say about us, so why not give us a try!
Charles Wood , founder Wood's of Shropshire


text:
How long before Thom starts talking about how our batters need to move up in the box?
bp now 5 of 11 against garcia, he wanted nothing to do with votto. bottom of our order hits we're going to be in better shape thaN usual even.
Would have been nice to jump ahead early.
ny announcer made a good point, Rodriguez and Teixeira do make for one hell of a bench.
Jorge walks and the Posada Adventure begins.
Homer pitched will last night per Mark Sheldon. Chapman excellent outing last night. Lecure ready. Pitching changes on the horizon.
The Yankees have a female announcer?
HBP. Two on for the Empire of Evil.
YouTube - Suzyn Waldman Loves Roger Clemens
yeah, female, play by play support. they tag team it.
neither of them go more than 10 second without speaking.
I remember the Yankees have that guy that says 'Yankees win. Thhhaaaaaaaa Yankees win'.
Board Moderators may, at their discretion and judgment, delete and/or edit any messages that violate any of the following guidelines: 1. Explicit references to alleged illegal or unlawful acts. 2. Graphic sexual descriptions. 3. Racial or ethnic slurs. 4. Use of edgy language (including masked profanity). 5. Direct personal attacks, flames, fights, trolling, baiting, name-calling, general nuisance, excessive player criticism or anything along those lines. 6. Posting spam. 7. Each person may have only one user account. It is fine to be critical here - that's what this board is for. But let's not beat a subject or a player to death, please.


text:
Octopus Necklace by CreationsbyJuliann on Etsy
Simple octopus necklace from CreationsbyJuliann on Etsy.
Simple silver style with a hint of sparkle. I'm a fan of this Etsy jewelry designer. Be sure to check out her re-purposed pocketwatch necklaces too. Fab!
I hardly think you have to be Steampunk to wear this golden locket embellished with an octopus and tiny pearl. Keep your favorite photo of crazy Captain Nemo inside.


text:
A PLAN to build four one-bedroom flats in Longridge is set to be decided by Ribble Valley Borough Council.
Thirteen letters objecting to the proposed development in Little Lane have been sent to the council ahead of the planning committee meeting on Thursday.
The letters raise concerns including problems with car parking, flooding and emergency access.
Longridge Parish Council has registered no objection to the plan that was submitted by Longridge resident Thomas Bond.
The application will be debated by councillors at a meeting at the Ribble Valley Borough Council Chamber in Church Street, Clitheroe, from 6.30pm.


text:
Random Numbers With ConstraintsProbability puzzles require you to weigh all the possibilities and pick the most likely outcome.
One of ten different furbies was randomly placed into each box of some type of cereal. If a mother decided to buy this cereal for her children until she obtained at least one of each of the ten different furbies, what is the number of boxes of cereal that she is expected to purchase?
HintThe probability of selecting a different toy is 1/10.
AnswerThis is a problem that uses elementary probability. We know that the probability of selecting a different toy is 1/10. But, when we purchase that first box of cereal, we have a 100% chance of getting a toy that we don't have. Applying a probability distribution, we are expected to purchase 1/1 boxes of cereal initially. Next, we have a 90% chance of getting a toy that we don't have, so total we purchase 1/1 + 1/.9 so far. The probability of getting a toy that we don't have thus decreases with each successive purchase, down to a 10% chance of getting one that we don't have once we've gotten all the others. Thus, we are expected to purchase:
1/1 + 1/.9 + 1/.8 + 1/.7 + 1/.6 + 1/.5 + 1/.4 + 1/.3 + 1/.2 + 1/.1 boxes of cereal for a total of 29.29.
She will probably need to buy 30 boxes before she gets one of each toy.
What Next?
See another brain teaser just like this one...
Or, just get a random brain teaser
If you become a registered user you can vote on this brain teaser, keep track of
which ones you have seen, and even make your own.
Back to Top


text:
I was reading around the web and read an article that was talking about the EXCEPTIONS INTO clause – a feature whereby when you enable a constraint, Oracle will record the rows that do not pass the constraint check into an exceptions table. It works with unique, primary key, check and so on. The article seemed to be indicating "exceptions into was broken" – but it seemed more likely to me, that this was a case of not understanding how it actually works.
So, I contacted the author and we had a back and forth email exchange. Basically, they came back with "the documentation isn't good enough, this could really hose someone up". Well, I'd like to do a poll. I'm curious. What I'd like you to do is read the documentation, the SQL Reference guide had this to say:
Specify a table into which Oracle places the rowids of all rows violating the constraint. If you omit schema, then Oracle assumes the exceptions table is in your own schema. If you omit this clause altogether, then Oracle assumes that the table is named EXCEPTIONS. The exceptions table must be on your local database.
And the Admin Guide had more. Now, after reading that (don't run the example! Just answer the poll based on the reading or your past knowledge of using this command), can you fill in the blanks of this example? We insert two rows into T with the same value – when we enable a primary key with exceptions into, how many rows will be "exceptional"?
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> create table t ( x int );
Table created.
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> create table exceptions(row_id rowid,
2 owner varchar2(30), table_name varchar2(30),
3 constraint varchar2(30));
Table created.
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> insert into t values ( 1 );
1 row created.
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> insert into t values ( 1 );
1 row created.
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> alter table t add constraint t_pk primary key(x)
2 EXCEPTIONS INTO exceptions;
alter table t add constraint t_pk primary key(x)
ERROR at line 1:
ORA-02437: cannot validate (OPS$TKYTE.T_PK) - primary key violated
ops$tkyte@ORA10GR1> select count(*) from exceptions;
Warning: The following poll will display to you advertising which is totally unrelated to this site:
Quote of the Day….
Not that anyone should care by now (we are in 10g times after all) ... but that "Hierarchy" package presented last year as a 8i method for doing what sys_connect_by_path does is a bug waiting to happen. One needs to understand how it works in order to use it safely.
I thought – how perfect, that sums up a lot of things. I use this slide in a build – the last line morphs into:
One needs to understand how Oracle works in order to use it safely.
But I thought – hey, that makes Oracle sound "special", so the slide morphs into:
One needs to understand how ANYTHING works in order to use it safely.
There we go. Unless you understand a command, have read the documentation, have tested it, have tried it – you probably don't get it. Understanding comes from
- Reading
- Testing
- Implementing
To assume something is broken because it didn't work the way you thought it should is wrong. And, given this person had at least as many years experience with Oracle as I did, goes to show – if you want to provide advice, back it up, show what you say is true. We now have another piece of material on this thing called the internet with a myth on it. Because someone had never used a command before, didn't read the documentation on it, and assumed how it should work – given the problem he had to solve. Recipe for disaster.


text:
Moving Up the Social Ecology
There's nothing I love hearing about more than programs that think outside the box. And when we look at it in terms of the social ecological model (SEM), we could use the phrase "thinking outside of the sphere". So, what do I mean by this?
The SEM is a great frame to use in talking about WHERE prevention takes place. Each of the levels (individual, relationship, community, societal) is a sphere of influence. These four levels are connected and reinforce one another. An individual exists within families, peer groups, communities and the larger society. And we have the opportunity through our programs to influence each sphere.
When we look at a lot of the prevention programming out there, much of it focuses on the individual level. Don't get me wrong. It's good to reach this sphere; but we know that people don't live on islands all alone, unaffected by the outside world. We can do everything in our power to change individual behavior, but if everything else around that person – friends, family, school, community, and the greater society – does not change as well, how effective can the individual approach be?
We are getting more and more comfortable in the relationship sphere as well. Youth-led peer education and parent involvement programs are great examples of prevention work at this level. But what about those outer layers? How can we influence the community and society spheres? You may already have a dynamic prevention program that is working at the inner layers of the SEM. Why not host a community/town hall-style meeting to brainstorm ways to expand that program to those outer layers? Create the space for community dialogue. Think about how you might be able to work with the community to create a campaign focused on norms change and train local community activists to support that work.
I'd like to challenge you to "think outside the sphere". How can we begin moving up the social ecology? Push yourself to those outer layers. If you are already there, share your story with us by commenting below. We'd love to hear from you!
Picture Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control