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Some of the earlier difference in valuation has to be based on the assumption that Walgreens would do a tax inversion. But some was also based on hope for synergies in the Alliance Boots merger.
Still, over the next year Walgreens is going to be a much more complicated company. The merger will create a mixed executive suite -- several Alliance executives will take prominent roles in the new company -- while CVS will remain undisturbed.
Even if you believe that Walgreens' redesign is going to work, and that it's going to result in customers staying longer and buying more non-drug items, the stock will likely be pulled down by euro-anxiety surrounding Ukraine.
While all this may result in a stronger Walgreens, the merger will take time to jell, and for now the stock has further to fall.
At the time of publication, the author was long WAG, although positions may change at any time.
This article is commentary by an independent contributor, separate from TheStreet's regular news coverage.
TheStreet Ratings team rates WALGREEN CO as a Buy with a ratings score of B+. TheStreet Ratings Team has this to say about their recommendation:
"We rate WALGREEN CO (WAG) a BUY. This is driven by a number of strengths, which we believe should have a greater impact than any weaknesses, and should give investors a better performance opportunity than most stocks we cover. The company's strengths can be seen in multiple areas, such as its revenue growth, impressive record of earnings per share growth, compelling growth in net income, largely solid financial position with reasonable debt levels by most measures and solid stock price performance. We feel these strengths outweigh the fact that the company shows weak operating cash flow."
Highlights from the analysis by TheStreet Ratings Team goes as follows:
- The revenue growth came in higher than the industry average of 4.3%. Since the same quarter one year prior, revenues slightly increased by 5.9%. This growth in revenue appears to have trickled down to the company's bottom line, improving the earnings per share.
- WALGREEN CO has improved earnings per share by 15.4% in the most recent quarter compared to the same quarter a year ago. The company has demonstrated a pattern of positive earnings per share growth over the past year. We feel that this trend should continue. During the past fiscal year, WALGREEN CO increased its bottom line by earning $2.56 versus $2.42 in the prior year. This year, the market expects an improvement in earnings ($3.35 versus $2.56).
- The net income growth from the same quarter one year ago has exceeded that of the S&P 500 and greatly outperformed compared to the Food & Staples Retailing industry average. The net income increased by 15.7% when compared to the same quarter one year prior, going from $624.00 million to $722.00 million.
- Investors have apparently begun to recognize positive factors similar to those we have mentioned in this report, including earnings growth. This has helped drive up the company's shares by a sharp 36.85% over the past year, a rise that has exceeded that of the S&P 500 Index. We feel that the stock's sharp appreciation over the last year has driven it to a price level which is now somewhat expensive compared to the rest of its industry. The other strengths this company shows, however, justify the higher price levels.
- WAG's debt-to-equity ratio is very low at 0.23 and is currently below that of the industry average, implying that there has been very successful management of debt levels. Despite the fact that WAG's debt-to-equity ratio is low, the quick ratio, which is currently 0.61, displays a potential problem in covering short-term cash needs.
- You can view the full analysis from the report here: WAG Ratings Report


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A lot to be proud of
There is still much to come -- a lot of snow left to melt, and in this winter of our discontent, maybe even more snow to fall. Roads will be underwater and rivers and streams will swell some more before it's over. But, so far, North Dakotans have done themselves proud.
Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker and those around him have raised the bar high for leadership and action under pressure. In a time in America when folks are yearning for hope, they found inspiration in the attitude and actions of people in the Fargo-Moorhead area who worked tirelessly to raise dikes in a race to save the city. Students and volunteers from miles away came to help. At least one unemployed worker drove hundreds of miles to pitch in.
Though the danger has not passed, we can acknowledge what they have done in Fargo has been nothing less than inspiring, a reminder to this nation that instead of wallowing in pity and doubt, waiting for the "gummint" to rush in and save them, American citizens are and always will be the best masters of their own fate.
That is not to discount the efforts of national, regional and local officials, including the National Guard and media. These institutions functioned very well, but strong local leadership was the key. By now, it's obvious a permanent dike is needed on both sides of the river.
Perhaps some of the stimulus money the state seems intent on putting in a savings account should go toward flood protection. There are projects all across North Dakota waiting for the dollars that have arrived. And the point of all of this spending is to get businesses moving again. I lean toward fiscal conservatism, but in this case, I'm 100 percent for spending the money and at least giving the president's plan a chance to work. What's the worst that can happen? We build up infrastructure in our state. Maybe it's flood control, another bridge over the Missouri, roads, electrical transmission lines, broadband expansion... bottom line, we need to spend that money and not feel bad about it. And let me say for the record, those governors who are rejecting this money while pretending to stand on principal are dumb as a box of rocks.
Fargo has set an example for how it should work. People locally took responsibility for their own survival. Now, they can turn to the federal and state government to help fund and construct a permanent solution. There's a place for government to do what the people cannot do for themselves. Things like levees, national defense, education, health care and justice. Government has its place.
Another big story coming out of Fargo is Ed Schultz's new program on MSNBC, "The Ed Show," (Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. Central) which debuted this week. I wonder how many people really understand the good Ed Schultz has done for North Dakota. Just recently, simply by talking about the parasitic increases in his Blue Cross/Blue Shield bill, he forced them to take a hard look at the bloat in the system and probably saved every policy owner some money. Who else could have done that?
Here's a guy who launched a national show from literally nothing at a time when all the experts said progressive radio wouldn't work. Well, five years after being pronounced DOA by all the experts, Ed Schultz is heard in almost every national market, and every day he sells them on North Dakota.
Every other one of these big name talkers is a big-city, Italian shoe wearing, private jet kind of guy -- completely out of touch with the rest of us. Maybe Ed will have a Gulfstream one day, but you can bet he won't forget how to bait a hook. You don't have to agree with Ed's politics to recognize he is an everyman with an extraordinary gift for communicating. While every other talker hides behind a screener from any formidable caller with opposing viewpoints, Ed takes them on. That makes for great radio.
At Barack Obama's first press conference, who was sitting up front with Helen Thomas? Big Ed. That should give you some idea of the respect he gets in Washington and should get in North Dakota.
Ed Schultz's accomplishments and the flood fighters of Fargo have enhanced North Dakota's image. Of course, to us, it's not image. It's who we know ourselves to be.

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Tokyo Auto Salon 2010: G's Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept
Toyota has recently announced its G Sports conversion car series that will be sold through Toyota-brand dealers in Japan throughout 2010. These G's series vehicles are designed for owners interested in having a unique vehicle and several of them took center stage at Toyota's booth at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon. We have heard plenty about Toyota's FT-86 and the company's G's version stole the show. Dozens gathered around the car during exclusive media hours in order to see it up close and personal. Plenty of carbon fiber accents can be seen on this extremely stylish and polished design, making this FT-86 Concept even more impressive than the original.
Along with the standard carbon fiber goodies, there's a vented carbon fiber hood and a massive rear spoiler. We also noticed an aggressive new exhaust setup.
With this concept Toyota continues to build interest in the FT-86, which is believed will head to production shortly. The car is rumored to be powered by a 2.0-liter Subaru boxer engine with Toyota heads, delivering around 200-hp. Toyota is hoping this model will be a hit with enthusiasts, tuners and help get a younger demographic into its showrooms.
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A 17-year-old youth has been arrested following the theft of a charity collection box on Saturday morning.
Police alleged the youth entered Woolworths' Nowra store at 7.42am and paced up and down the aisles near the cash registers.
He then left the store for a short time before returning.
After several minutes he walked behind the cash registers and forcibly removed the charity box before leaving the store with it wrapped in his T-shirt.
Staff witnessed his actions and called police.
The teenager was charged at Nowra Police Station with stealing and breach of bail.
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Citizen concerns prompt covered bridge update
Concerns expressed by citizens affected by the extended closing of Swann Bridge in Cleveland prompted a review of the status of structural and other repairs at all three of the county's covered bridges.
County engineer Richard Spraggins said the schedule for reopening the bridges has slipped somewhat since his first estimate made last spring. He said it now looks like Swann Bridge will be the first to reopen early next year, having been given priority by the commission. Horton Mill Bridge would follow in mid-summer, and Easley by fall, if no unanticipated delays are encountered, he said.
The review came in the form of a report to the commission from the county engineer covering steps in the process since the repair project was initiated in 2008, following the receipt of two federal grants. All three bridges were closed last summer at the recommendation of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) when it was determined that none of the structures could meet the 3-ton safety limit.
Once the recommendation was made, according to commissioners' discussions, it was impossible not to close the bridges due to insurance, liability, and safety considerations generally.
Following is a summary of the county engineer's report. County commissioners requested that it be communicated to the public to help explain the length of time required to complete the project.
•May 6, 2008. The county sent a letter to ALDOT requesting approval to select a consultant to perform the required structural analysis of bridges using federal funds.
•Aug. 13, 2008. ALDOT replied, authorizing to select a consultant.
•Sept. 25, 2008. An agreement between ALDOT and Blount County was signed by Gov. Riley to allow for the use of federal funds for the project.
•Sept. 30, 2008. Blount County submitted a request to approve engineering consultant TranSystems to perform the structural analysis of the bridges.
•Dec. 30, 2008. The county's choice of TranSystems to perform the structural analysis was approved.
•Jan. 15, 2009. Blount County submitted a copy of the agreement executed between the county and TranSystems, requesting approval for the consultant to begin work.
•Jan. 28, 2009. Partial plans were submitted by the county to the ALDOT Bridge Bureau for review.
•Feb. 17, 2009. The Bridge Bureau replied with comments and instructions, forwarded to the county engineer.
•February, 2009. TranSystems began fieldwork for the structural analysis.
•May 26, 2009. County received preliminary report on structural analysis of Easley Bridge.
•May 28, 2009. Blount County submitted estimate #1 to ALDOT for payment to TranSystems for work performed to date. It was then discovered that no agreement had been executed to cover payment of the cost of the structural analysis. Consultant was notified to stop work until the Federal Highway Administration approved the consultant and the county and ALDOT signed the agreement for payment. Structural study on Swann Bridge had not been completed.
•June 5, 2009. Corresponded with ALDOT transmitting structural analysis for Easly Bridge and requesting requirements in order to remain in compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards.
•June 8, 2009. Received preliminary report on structural analysis of Horton Mill Bridge.
•June 9, 2009. ALDOT replied recommending that all three bridges be closed until the bridge could be rated to meet 3- ton load capacity.
•Aug. 25, 2009. Gov. Riley signed the agreement to pay the consultant, and consultant was notified to continue structural analysis work on Swann Bridge.
•Dec. 16, 2009. Preliminary report on structural analysis of Swann Bridge was received.
•Feb. 17, 2010. County is awaiting comments from ALDOT on structural analyses of all three bridges, before proceeding with specific repairs to remedy structural deficiencies.
"Unfortunately, when you're using federal money on a project, you have to meet all of their specifications and approval requirements. You are also forced to operate more or less on their schedule," said county engineer Richard Spraggins.
Spraggins said the next steps in the project will be to incorporate findings from the structural analysis into plans for each bridge, specifying the quantity and size of materials needed, get approval on the plans, then make the structural repairs indicated. Folliowing structural remediation, nonstructural repairs to roofs, floors, walls, drainage and application of fire retardant can be done.
"I hope to have the plans completed and approved within 90 days. Then we can let bids for structural work later in the summer," Spraggins said. He said other repairs on nonstructural elements would follow the structural work.
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I was surprised at your editorial this last weekend about the unnecessary intrusion of governmental regulations into the lives of those that feel they should not have to wear seat belts and motorcycle helmets.
You questioned the use of tax dollars to support the "Click it or Ticket" campaign, but failed to ask whether the riders and drivers who complain would eschew acceptance of public support should they be maimed.
Will they demand that the government give them responsibility for their medical costs as loudly as they decry their loss of "freedom?" Based on the way you argued the question, I would love to flip coins with you. You would keep blaming lady luck for being against you when I keep calling heads and taking your money, rather than even considering that you should look to see if I have a two headed coin! I do not believe the public cares about whether you wear the helmet or the belt.
The public cares about what condition you will be in after a wreck and whether you expect to ask the taxpayer to support you the rest of your life when you have crippled yourself.
I would be willing to argue with you to get rid of the regulations if all drivers and bike riders who choose not to protect themselves will get together with their like-minded friends and accept legal and fiscal responsibility for each other should they be injured. See how many of your, "I love the wind through my hair" riders and your "It feels too confining" drivers will put their real property up as collateral to cover the medical care and rehabilitation costs for each other. When that happens, we can discuss changing the regulations and using the tax dollars more wisely.
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Val d'Isere snow report 08/02/2013
Here is the latest snow report from our team in Val d'Isere
There is 300cm of snow at the top of the Val d'Isere ski area with 145cm of snow in resort. The last snowfall was on Wednesday with 10cm falling.
116km of ski runs are open in Val d'Isere with 49 of the 50 ski lifts also open
It's just stopped snowing and the sun is shining high in a cloudless sky… Beyond perfect conditions for anyone lucky enough to be up the mountain today – despite the chilly temperatures and a wind chill factor of -25.
The resort is buzzing with excitement for the arrival of Frostgun Invitational – the greatest ski and music festival on offer in the Alps this winter, showcasing some of the best freestyle skiing on offer in the world.
More snow is predicted over the next few days, although the unexpected sunshine on Friday has left us all hoping for more of the same for the coming week… Fingers crossed!


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Motorists using Old Perkins Road between Highland Road and the Ascension Parish line may experience delays through Monday.
East and westbound lanes of Old Perkins Road, La. 427, between Highland Road and the Ascension Parish line will have alternating lane closures, weather permitting, DOTD spokeswoman Lauren Lee said.
The $830,000 project on La. 427 will overlay approximately 1.4 miles from the Ascension Parish line to La. 42. Work on the project began last month and is scheduled to finish by spring 2015, Lee said.
As of Jan. 6, crews began milling the roadway to remove the existing top layer of asphalt. Once this work is complete, a portion of the roadway will be removed and rebuilt, and a new roadway surface will be installed, Lee said.
Motorists can experience lane closures from 8 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday, weather permitting. A minimum of one lane will remain open to traffic at all times, Lee said.
Work is subject to change depending on adverse weather conditions, she said.
Motorists should expect delays and be prepared to stop. This project will allow vehicles 10 feet wide or less to pass through the construction zone during closures.
DOTD asks that motorists drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.
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Tomorrow, April 12th I visit Brandeis University in Waltham, MA for an all-day meeting on Peacebuilding and the Arts. The gathering is sponsored by the International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life.
Morning sessions (not open to the public) will be a Peacebuilding and the Arts Think Tank on educating future leaders.
From 2:30 – 3:30 pm I'll participate in the roundtable for leaders in higher ed in the Mandel Center for Humanities, Reading Room 203.
At 4:00 pm – a screening of and public conversation about the center's new documentary film Acting Together on the World Stage (see the trailer above) at the Shapiro Campus Center Theater.
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After years of interacting with patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) – either Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis – I have yet to find one who actually considers himself fortunate to have the illness. I...


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Farnborough-Aircraft.com, the UK company that is developing the single-turboprop F1 air-taxi, business and utility aircraft, quietly withdrew from the NBAA Convention even before the show was canceled.
Because of low financial and labor resources, a preliminary design review–earlier set for this month–has been delayed to next September. Conceding there is "an awful lot to do on the bigger-than-envisaged" project, a spokesman said finances are "critical" and that expenditure would "rise dramatically." He acknowledged that Farnborough-Aircraft.com, which dubs itself one of the "first new-generation parallel aerospace industries," has lived "fairly hand to mouth from just-in-time financing." The project is "as complex as a small airliner. It has been a big learning curve" and the start-up company has faced "a series of smaller problems," the spokesman added.
Powered by a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A, the developmental F1 is predicted to have a laminar-flow wing and a 329-ktas cruise speed. The composite-construction airplane would compete against the Socata TBM 700, Piper Meridian and Pilatus PC-12.
A critical review, needed before a production go-ahead, is provisionally scheduled to occur in about two years' time. The configuration was frozen in 2000 and the next review will "freeze the outer mould line and all system concepts and interfaces [and] ensure the position and size of everything," said the spokesman. First flight of the F1 is now not likely until the end of 2004, with deliveries beginning in mid- to late 2006, after "18 to 24 months" of certification work to achieve FAR Part 135/European JAR 135 approval.
The company must double employee numbers to around 100 by the end of the year: "We have to expand engineering, marketing and administration," said the spokesman.
After burning his fingers on the previous ARV Super 2 light-aircraft venture from which bankers withdrew support, chief executive Richard Noble has eschewed such financing sources. He is exploring additional funding, previous financial support having come from sales of stock and private investment through a Web site.
'Enthusiastic Response'
Although the company had chosen not to attend NBAA, officials claim an enthusiastic response from attendees at other events, including the Experimental Aircraft Association's annual fly-in and convention at Oshkosh, Wis. "[That] was very worthwhile from the engineering viewpoint alone," said the spokesman. "There's an awful lot of knowledge there. For example, seat technology and aileron-flutter analysis." It also was valuable for contact with industry representatives and operators, he said. Farnborough-Aircraft.com exhibited at the last Paris and Farnborough shows and at this year's European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition in Geneva.
Noble said his company needs orders for some 500 aircraft at $2 million each before first flight to go ahead with the project. He claims a market for 19,000 single-pilot, single-engine IFR models to provide on-demand public-transport service to carry 5 percent of the domestic business traffic in North America, Europe, Asia/Pacific and southwest Pacific. By late August the company had raised $6.5 million against an estimated $92 million needed to reach the first-flight stage. At that time, refundable $12,000 deposits had been taken for only two of the single turboprops.
The company sees the F1's laminar-flow wing as a key design element, providing good low-speed handling, a short takeoff roll and low drag in high-speed cruise mode. Given that icing could compromise the aerodynamic efficiency, a decision is expected by year-end on whether the wing will be equipped with de-icing fluid or an electric-pulse ice removal system.
Use of composite materials will provide a long-life structure for the pressurized aircraft, said Noble. Controls would be by conventional manual cable or pushrod links. Sidestick control has been adopted to "keep the [instrument] panel uncluttered."
Also to be decided around year-end is the "glass cockpit" panel. The first F1 will have an unspecified off-the-shelf instrument fit, while number two will be "bespoke." The spokesman also said that decisions on the choice of suppliers for the landing gear and the propeller were close.


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In May 2012, Kirstie Clements was unceremoniously fired after 13 years in the editor's chair at "Vogue Australia." Here, she tells the story behind the headlines and goes behind the scenes of a fast-changing industry. From her humble beginnings growing up in the Sutherland Shire in Sydney to her brilliant career as a passionate and fierce custodian of the world's most famous luxury magazine brand, this memoir follows Clements into a universe that brims with dazzling celebrities--including Karl Lagerfeld, Kylie Minogue, Ian Thorpe, Crown Princess Mary, and Cate Blanchett--fabulous lunches, exotic locales, and of course, outrageous fashion. Filled with the exhilaration and chaos of modern magazine publishing and the frenzied demands of the job, this account also includes exquisite "Vogue" covers.
Audience: General
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 208
Published: 18th February 2014
Publisher: CHRONICLE BOOKS
Country of Publication: US
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Journey inward into the world of splendour and elegance of these misunderstood and often overlooked, but nonetheless extraordinary and charming creatures.
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Standard Portrait, 8×10 in, 20×25 cm
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- Publish Date Aug 06, 2010
- Tags Worms, Platyhelminthes, Flatworms, Parasitology, Marine, Parasites
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aLeRGya Hi Janet ! I'm happy to see you're enjoying it. And yeah, I was also practicing taking photos in the old biology labs where you had to draw everything, and most of us didn't have much artistic skills in that area. The pictures on this book where taken on a microscope with an SLR adaptor, but you can have the same quality of pictures with any point-and-shoot camera through the eye piece. The samples and the microscope are a big issue here. Oh, and a bit of hand stability too.
Janet Humble I just loved your book ! As a retired Biology teacher (34 yearsteaching), I enjoyed your book very much. Back in the old days (before computers) I was always rigging up some device to the camera so that my students could take photos under the microscope. I'm quite interested about how you took your pictures.


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… any athlete found to be gambling on college sports (includes daily fantasy such as Draft Kings) automatically loses a year of eligibility.
— Scott Stricklin (@stricklinMSU) September 22, 2015
Student-athletes found to be gambling on fantasy sports (including sites DraftKings/FanDuel) will automatically lose 1 year of eligibility.
— UK Compliance (@ukcompliance) September 23, 2015
Here are more details on the ruling from SportingNews.com:
Specifically, Luck made it clear that "any student-athlete found gambling on any college sport automatically loses a year of eligibility," according to Stricklin's tweet.
Technically speaking, as MSU's SB Nation blog points out, DraftKings and FanDuel are considered "games of skill" and not necessarily gambling, which is why Luck had to clarify the NCAA's stance. The NCAA told Sporting News that regardless of whether DFS games are considered gambling or skill, at issue is the idea that student-athletes are "putting something at risk" to potentially "win something in return."
"Sports wagering threatens both the integrity of the game and the wellbeing of student-athletes. NCAA members schools have defined sports wagering as putting something at risk – such as an entry fee – with the opportunity to win something in return, which includes fantasy league games," said NCAA spokeswoman Emily James in an email to Sporting News. "Because of this, student-athletes, coaches, administrators and national office staff may not participate in sports wagering, including fantasy league games with a paid entry fee."
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Clemens, Steele season tickets on sale
Published 3:32 pm, Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Clemens and Steele football fans still have time to purchase 2013 season tickets.
Season ticket packages are available until Aug. 23 at the SCUC ISD athletic office at Lehnhoff Stadium. Tickets are on sale from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Steele Knights will host six home games this season: Madison, Aug. 30; Kerrville Tivy, Sept. 12; Austin Westlake, Sept. 20; Corpus Christi King, Oct. 11; South San, Oct. 18; and Corpus Christi Carroll, Nov. 1.
The Clemens Buffaloes host five: Wagner, Sept. 6; Del Rio, Sept. 13; Lockhart, Oct. 4; Boerne Champion, Oct. 25; and Corpus Christi Carroll, Nov. 1,
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Authenticating multiple models with a strategy
A current project requires that there be multiple models that can sign
in and each one must use the same sign in form. The original
SessionsController#create action looked like the following:
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def create if user = (Owner.authenticate(params[:user]) || Employee.authenticate(params[:user])) session[:user_id] = user.id session[:user_class] = user.class redirect_to dashboard_path else render :action => :new end end
We're using
has_secure_password and rolling our own authentication.
Considering that, the above was good enough. But... looking down
the line for this app it is likely we will have to support authentication
for more than just two models on the same form. I also don't like having
logic in my controllers. So I decided to break this logic out and I
chose the Strategy Pattern to help.
I like putting all of my strategies into
app/strategies. This required me to add this directory to the Rails
autoload_paths. Simply open up
(not necessary in Rails 3.1+, thanks Artur Roszczyk)
config.autoload_paths += %W(#{config.root}/app/strategies)
Next I wrote up a simple spec, thankfully I already had the logic from
the controller so there wasn't much work to be done here. This went into
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require 'spec_helper' describe AuthenticationStrategy do context 'authenticating an owner' do let(:owner) { mock('Owner') } before do owner.stubs(:authenticate).returns(owner) Owner.stubs(:where).returns([owner]) end it 'returns an owner' do AuthenticationStrategy.run(:email => 'email@example.com', :password => 'password').should eq owner end end context 'authenticating an employee' do let(:employee) { mock('Employee') } before do employee.stubs(:authenticate).returns(employee) Employee.stubs(:where).returns([employee]) end it 'returns an employee' do AuthenticationStrategy.run(:email => 'email@example.com', :password => 'password').should eq employee end end describe 'failing to authenticate' do context 'with no attributes' do it 'returns nil' do AuthenticationStrategy.run.should be_nil end end context 'with no match for owner or employee' do it 'returns nil' do AuthenticationStrategy.run(:email => 'firstname.lastname@example.com', :password => 'password').should be_nil end end end end
Now it was time to make these specs green! The strategy file goes into
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class AuthenticationStrategy def self.run(attributes = nil) return nil if (attributes.nil? || attributes[:email].blank? || attributes[:password].blank?) Owner.authenticate(attributes) || Employee.authenticate(attributes) end end
And finally to clean up the controller
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def create if user = AuthenticationStrategy.run(params[:user]) session[:user_id] = user.id session[:user_class] = user.class redirect_to dashboard_path else render :action => :new end end
In the end this may appear to be more work than is necessary. Keep in mind that app requirements will expand to support more models. The wins should be obvious considering that context. If the requirements grow to 5 or 6 models perhaps at that point it makes sense to actually break the authentication up into Identities with a polymorphic association to the different models. But we'll cross that road when we get there.


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Search and destroy
One of the hardest parts of keeping on top of your schedule at college is actually knowing what you have to do. Most of us get the work done, but sometimes I find myself wanting to avoid having to see what I need to do for a project. What little motivation I have is further squandered when I have to go out of my way to check on assignments; whether they're online, or the teacher sends them out after class.
The best way I've found to keep track of, and actually do, the work I'm assigned is to get into a mindset of actively seeking out my tasks. Once I do that, I take 30 seconds and asses how long a given assignment is going to take me. Suddenly, things get a lot easier. Even though the difficulty of the task may not have changed, at least now I am aware of the time and energy it will take to complete, which allows me to schedule my day around my work more effectively.
Stay away from throwing the task into a long list of todo items. Rather, actually block off time in your day to attack the assignment. Half an hour between lunch and class? Start your Intro to Psychology flashcards. Make an appointment with your tasks and keep to them.
Search for your work. Assess how long it will take to complete. Mark it into your schedule. Do it.
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Twin Voices, by Janice Flood Nichols, provides a unique and timely glimpse into polio, a virus that killed and maimed millions of children and adults during the twentieth century.
In 1953, polio struck DeWitt, NY (an eastern suburb of Syracuse) with a vengeance. In a first grade class of twenty-four students, eight children contracted the disease – one child, Frank Flood Jr., died sixty-one hours after admission to City Hospital; another first grader and her older sister died several years later of complications. Frankie's twin sister, Janice, was admitted to the hospital on the evening of his burial. Diagnosed with paralytic polio, Janice recovered. She participated in the 1954 Salk vaccine trial, as one of nearly two million "Polio Pioneers." Today, she remains dedicated to the goal of worldwide polio eradication. Twin Voices tells the story of polio, the disease, and the story of one family's bout with the killer, in multiple "voices."
Although the number of worldwide polio cases has dropped from 350,000 in 1988 to a current level of less than 1000 cases per year, polio eradication remains an elusive, but important, international public health endeavor. Unfortunately, current funding gaps experienced by eradication partners threaten eradication efforts. It is now estimated that if polio is not eradicated, over ten million more children will be paralyzed by mid-century.
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eternal Shinobu lover
Just to introduce my art. thanks for looking...
Well I'm new to this forum and I thought it would be nice to post my latest drawing(s) here.
These might not be good at all,, and you're right I need to learn a lot...
thanks... and ofcourse constructive critics are welcome,,
first this one which is quite sucky,, but I like it anyway :P
next up is one of my better attempts. again just a random person I drew..
This is an older anime-like attempt, but this one is colored, just to showoff my coloring, shading, background techniques..
I used to be a powerpuff girls fan too,, but that time is over well maybe not..
other big samples can be found here. resolution is 1600 x 1200 so I'll just put a link here to avoid a crazy bandwith problems with 56K users. each is about 300 to 400 kb.
Thank for looking. comments welcome.
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Thanks all ^^ I like the comments, and I see I could use a ruler to straighten some things.
And yeah that gargantuan axe is a classic,, I do these things sometime.
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Google Play Store fails again on Nexus 4 sales traffic, Nexus sold out
0. phoneArena posted on 27 Nov 2012, 16:54
We didn't cut Google any slack last time around when we were directly affected, and we certainly can't cut any slack two weeks later, when the same problems hit the Google Play Store during the second round of Nexus 4 sales...
This is a discussion for a news. To read the whole news, click here
1. impaler (Posts: 3; Member since: 04 Dec 2011)
The Nexus 4 16GB has been removed from my cart at least a dozen times. It's an absolute mess.
38. joseph98 (Posts: 167; Member since: 03 Feb 2012)
Same happened to me. But finnaly I mastered google store. I opened 4 browsers... chrome, ie, opera and firefox . I kept refreshing the page with f5. After I add the phone my shopping cart disappeared but finally I could place my order for the Nexus 4, 16GB. They charged me handling fees $13.99 for 2 days shipping.... Total was $394.xx . It took me 3 hours to finally go throught with my order. I failed the last time ( 2 weeks ago) but this time I got it, you've got to keep trying to buy this Nexus. I felt for a moment as if it is for free being that hard to get.
My winner browser for this task was google chrome.
2. FoxDavis (Posts: 49; Member since: 12 Jul 2012)
Im still trying, this is very poor on Google's part.
62. fanesxx (Posts: 74; Member since: 19 May 2011)
they should add up pre order and sent them out as they come in, but it's their first time having a sold out nexus on their store, i know their on something...........hopefully
3. kcombs (Posts: 275; Member since: 15 Dec 2010)
I've been trying since it went live, still nothing. this is sad..
4. iliketech (Posts: 75; Member since: 17 Aug 2011)
Yea, I had once in my cart and couldn't checkout...
What a pain I think I'll just get the optimus g from ATT...
5. XPERIA-KNIGHT (unregistered)
"If a blessing doesnt get attacked then how do you know its a blessing?"
The nexus 4 is a blessing indeed.....be as patient as you can be people this one is going to be a hell of a ride!
15. Izzy_V (Posts: 216; Member since: 07 Jul 2012)
Yeah, but as part of the sheepple herd, it's michael's job to make it look like it's all because of Google as if they were intentionally blocking people from buying the phone. You'd think that on a tech site people would know how unstable servers can be when a mass of people are trying to get on at the same time. This shows that the phone is in extremely high demand. ;)
19. XPERIA-KNIGHT (unregistered)
yea kind of surprising from michael but hes human too so gotta excuse that somtimes.....
31. MichaelHeller (Posts: 2720; Member since: 26 May 2011)
You have got to be kidding me. I am so sick of people trying to paint me as an Apple fanboy because I don't make excuses when Google screws up.
Yes, servers can crash when under high strain, but there are also plenty of ways to avoid that problem. No matter how many people are crashing Amazon on Black Friday, the site doesn't have these issues. Even Twitter has gotten rid of the fail whale in its most high stress moments.
Google has more servers available than most companies in the world, and saw exactly what to expect and what the problems were 2 weeks ago, but still had the same exact problems. And, I'm the one who's biased because I'm annoyed at the company?
I never said anything to insinuate that Google was "intentionally blocking people", that's your own bias talking. All I said was that it's unacceptable for Google to have a repeat failure like this.
35. XPERIA-KNIGHT (unregistered)
you're not biased bro, not at all IMO.......i just sensed frustration in this article (which is understandable in this situation).........nothing more
37. MichaelHeller (Posts: 2720; Member since: 26 May 2011)
I wasn't targeting you with my comment. I know that you tend to be on my side.
39. rusticguy (Posts: 2828; Member since: 11 Aug 2012)
Hey MH,
I am from India and your site shows me coming from CHINA so banned. This disappears on doing F5. Wierd really ... and im serious and not joking.
So Chinese not allowed to post from China IP here?
Not sure why my IP is being recognised as coming from China.
46. Izzy_V (Posts: 216; Member since: 07 Jul 2012)
Amazon and Twitter are used to masses of people coming onto their site for those purposes, Amazon for making purchases, etc. and Twitter for social networking. Look at all the services that are available from Google.
They didn't run into these problems with the Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 7 because they were guaranteed to be in several retail stores/carriers, the Nexus 4 is strictly from the Play Store and T-Mo. at this time. Think of the traffic that stores AND their sites took away from Google's own page for the other Nexus devices.
You're biased simply because of how you speak about each company - you write articles about apple for the smallest thing that has to do with them and here you're bashing Google as if it is entirely their fault. LG has no no fault whatsoever for manufacturing the actual phone itself? Really?
I had said "to make it look like it's all because of Google as if they were intentionally blocking people from buying the phone", SUGGESTING that you're putting ALL, emphasis on ALL, the blame on Google without thinking about any other possibility of why this is happening or at least that's what you're making it out to be. Must be my bias, huh.
When you say "All I said was that it's unacceptable for Google to have a repeat failure like this." it further proves bias because I've not seen a single time when you've written an article about a mistake from apple (because it's perfect, right?) to begin with and Google is partially to blame for this and you're trying this hard to bash it on top of putting it, and only it, at fault.
53. SGSatlantis (Posts: 226; Member since: 20 Jul 2011)
Man please relax, it's all Googles fault. Who is to blame? Chrome? Oh wait... Leave MH out of your frustrations, it is not his fault for bashing Google when they screw up this badly.
61. MichaelHeller (Posts: 2720; Member since: 26 May 2011)
If you haven't seen it, it's because you haven't looked. I've gotten on Apple for the failure of Maps, Siri outages, and the stagnant iOS UI.
6. sojizy (Posts: 26; Member since: 30 Aug 2008)
The phone isn't sold out. Just went and got my phone a few minutes ago. You just have to keep clicking on the proceed tab multiple times until it lets you go past that.
7. iliketech (Posts: 75; Member since: 17 Aug 2011)
Such a big company can't even take a sales order the most basic thing in business!!!
57. darkkjedii (Posts: 25052; Member since: 05 Feb 2011)
If thi was apple or Microsoft, the droiders would b all over it bashing.
58. tedkord (Posts: 14196; Member since: 17 Jun 2009)
The difference is, as an Android user, I'm ready to call Google out on this. It was unacceptable. It took me three anda half hours to get my order in. The first two hours, the phone kept disappearing from my cart. It was amateur hour, and very frustrating.
Now, if it happened with Apple, as you said, there would be Apple supporters here making 1001 excuses, and most would claim it never happened, and that it was just the media and fandroids perpetuating the myth.
8. sojizy (Posts: 26; Member since: 30 Aug 2008)
Just tried that little trick again and it didn't work. Bummer
9. andynaija (Posts: 985; Member since: 08 Sep 2012)
It doesn't say that it's sold out but the shipping time increased from 2 weeks to 6-7 weeks.
10. bvalde09 (Posts: 188; Member since: 22 Nov 2011)
Mmmm I just went into th ePlay Store and the google Nexus 4 8GB could still be add it but Ships in 6 - 7 weeks and the 16GB Ships 1 - 2 Weeks
12. XPERIA-KNIGHT (unregistered)
yea i just looked at it too but if you click "proceed" you might get a message that say "due to high demand your order could not be processed"
So we just gotta wait..........as this is kind of like giving away FREE MONEY and the whole world is in line.........not just a bunch of apple fans lol......(no hard feeling apple fans) :)
16. bvalde09 (Posts: 188; Member since: 22 Nov 2011)
I guess is like you said we just have to wair. I just Went again and the 16GB version change 2-3 weeks XD. So Im gonna guess that there is a way to place the order
11. makkhay (Posts: 4; Member since: 15 Nov 2011)
"Due to high demand, your order could not be processed. Please try again later" I'm sick and tired of seeing this. Now I'm curious that is anybody able to order nexus 4!!. really disappointed.
17. bvalde09 (Posts: 188; Member since: 22 Nov 2011)
I did The only thing it throw me out was the shipping time
13. sorcio46 (Posts: 435; Member since: 27 Jul 2011)
Keep spamming F5 Guys if you receive the "SOLD OUT"
Now I see (From Italy with a Proxy) that it says "SHIPS SOON Ships in 2 - 3 weeks"
14. PapaSmurf (Posts: 10457; Member since: 14 May 2012)
People on Craigslist are selling the 8GB model for over $500. I want the phone, but not for the price. :/


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Crate is an elastic SQL Data Store. We created it to provide a quick and powerful massively scalable backend for data intensive (or analytics) apps.
One of our early design choices was to use SQL as the interface language. As we started implementing it, we decided to not re-invent the wheel by writing our own SQL parser from scratch and began looking for a viable open source project with a permissive license, which could provide a parser package we can use. It wasn't simple to find.
We thought of factoring out the Derby parser from the Apache Derby project, and then stumbled upon the Akiban SQL Parser. FoundationDB just took over the project and made it a sub-project of their product. This gave us the confidence that the project is still actively developed and probably will be in the future.
Yet after a while we discovered that the Derby code did not use "modern" Java features (such as generics) which made the code difficult to reuse. Another issue was the internal mapping of statements with a lot of integer constants and maps thereof; this was very difficult to extend and maintain. However, Derby isn't to blame for its codebase – it has been a database solution for Java since the early days, and is therefore under constraints such as backwards compatibility etc. Crate only supports Java 7 and later, which allowed us to use all recent Java additions in our code.
We started hunting for other parser solutions. The search was over when Facebook open sourced their Presto project, in late 2013. Facebook Presto is a distributed query engine for big data. It was made to enable running fast interactive queries against large data sets.
Presto's codebase, especially after working with the Derby parser, was like experiencing time travel. Once we stepped out of our DeLorean, we immediately saw what a modern SQL-Parser looks like. For us, the main points in favor of the Presto switch were:
Currently we've only integrated the Presto parser by copying it into our project. But we hope to find the time to contribute our changes to the upstream Presto project.
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Complete Genomics Sets IPO Pricing Range
Mountain View-based Complete Genomics, a provide of gene sequencing services, has set a pricing range for its IPO. The firm, which is looking to list on the NASDAQ Global Market as GNOM, said it expects its public offering price to be between $12.00 and $14.00 per share. Complete Genomics is venture backed by Essex Woodlands Health Ventures, OrbiMed Advisors, Enterprise Partners Venture Capital, OVP Venture Partners, Prospect Venture Partners and Highland Capital Management.


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The Future Stars of MMA!
The Future Stars of MMA! - Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Event on April 8, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada USA
The next superstars of mixed martial arts are returning to action in Sin City, and a pair of championship belts will be on the line. "Tuff-N-Uff: The Future Stars of MMA" – Las Vegas' premier amateur mixed martial arts organization – returns to the Orleans Hotel & Casino's Mardi Gras Ballroom on Friday, April 8, with the 15-bout event "Tuff-N-Uff: Jackson vs. Lilly," featuring title fights in the men's welterweight and women's 115-pound divisions. The night's main event sees Tuff-N-Uff welterweight champion Eddie Jackson (6-2) put his title on the line against striking specialist Lee Henry Lilly (4-1) in a bout guaranteed to deliver fireworks. A seven-time Tuff-N-Uff veteran, Jackson looks to defend his belt for the first time since earning the title with a hard-fought decision win over Joe Angelo this past October. While Jackson went the distance in claiming the belt, the Legends MMA product earned his previous five wins by knockout, and three of his opponents didn't make it past the first minute. Meanwhile, Striking Unlimited's Lilly is a three-time Tuff-N-Uff veteran who also went three rounds with Angelo in earning his shot at the title. The Ken Hahn protégé has earned a big Las Vegas following with his trademark hyper-aggressive style. The night's co-main event sees women's 115-pound champion Ashley "Smashley" Cummins (7-0) put her belt on the line – not to mention her incredible seven-fight win streak. Cummins earned the title this past May with an impressive upset win of Wand Fight Team's Gabriella Lakoczy. She's since earned a tournament victory under the HOOKnSHOOT banner with two victories in a single night. Facing Cummins is fighting twin Jocelyn Lybarger (3-0). The undefeated prospect, returns to the Tuff-N-Uff cage for the first time since July. Once again, she'll have the locker room support of her sister, Jillian Lybarger, who also enters the cage at the April 8 event.


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Open hearing and board determination in division of assets
The Board of the Department of Libraries shall consider the Director's report of assets required by OAC 405:10-7-5 in an open hearing held in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedures Act [75 O.S., 250, et. seq.].
All parties involved in the division of assets shall be notified in writing of the date, time, and place of the hearing and invited to present testimony and other evidence to the Board.
The Board shall order division of assets in the most equitable manner possible after considering the required information, the Director's report and recommendation, and oral or written testimony and other evidence.
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Deposed President Hosni Mubarak had sided with the secular nationalist Fatah controlling the West Bank in its rivalry with Hamas, and his successor, Mohamed Morsi, a former Brotherhood leader, was expected to back his fellow Islamists in the Gaza Strip.
But Morsi's election didn't bring the closer relations and support Hamas had expected. The new Egyptian president appears to be a big disappointment for the Gaza-based terrorist group and an unintentionally pleasant surprise for Israel.
It's not that Morsi likes Israel that much. In a 2010 video he called Jews "blood-suckers" and "descendants of apes and pigs," and when a group of visiting US senators brought it up recently, he said his comments were distorted by the Jewish-controlled media.
Love us or not, he's apparently decided it is in his and Egypt's best interest to get along with Israel – and the United States – even if it is at the expense of his brethren in Hamas.
Egypt has many problems internally – its economy is in the pits and public anger is rising in the face of restrictive Islamist rule; lawlessness in spreading the Sinai and policemen in the cities are going on strike – and the last thing Morsi wants is for Hamas to drag him into a war with Israel.


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In an effort to help reveal the complete story and objectives of the Humane Society of the United States, a watchdog group has recently launched a campaign complete with visual aids. "By the Numbers" is the first effort in what will be a series of pieces produced by HumaneWatch.org to enable Americans to learn more about HSUS.
"There's no doubt that over time Americans are becoming more aware of how deceptive HSUS is," says Rick Berman, Center for Consumer Freedom executive director. "We're pleased to present the first installment of 'The Visual HSUS', a graphic series that we hope will make people think about HSUS in a new way. Little by little, we're breaking through to the public's consciousness with HumaneWatch,"
The first piece in the series features some eye-opening numbers regarding HSUS, including:
0.8 percent- the percentage of HSUS income donated to hands-on pet shelters in 2009.
50 percent- The percentage of HSUS's budget consisting of fundraising and other overhead costs.
$18.5 Million- Money HSUS has diverted from animal-related programs into its employee pension plan.
$8.4 Million- The amount HSUS has spent between 2006 and 2010 on ballot initiative campaigns in Arizona, California, Missouri and Ohio.
Zero- Number of hands-on pet shelters operated by HSUS.
HumaneWatch has been online for fifteen months, and in that time the watchdog group's research team collected data, statistics, and other "hard" numbers about the Humane Society of the United States. "HSUS's finances, membership inflation, and weak support of pet shelters make for a fascinating story," said Berman. "Putting the most remarkable numbers—and the most shocking ones—all on one page seemed like a natural thing to do."
Six members of Congress are calling for an IRS investigation, according to Berman. In 2010, HSUS was downgraded by Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities.
HumaneWatch.org will be offering each graphic as a poster, which they suggest would make a perfect gift for veterinarians, pet shelter staff, classroom teachers, and animal lovers everywhere. "Our 'By the Numbers' graphic tells a fascinating story and we hope people pass it around," says Berman. The group is planning to release a new addition to the series about every other week.
"I think HumaneWatch has laid the groundwork for a lot of this forward momentum," says Berman. "The "Visual HSUS" series will unfold on its own as an online project. Who knows? Once we have 20 or 30 of these pieces online, maybe they'll make a nice coffee table book."
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Turkish Meat Pies with Arabic spice mix, mint and pine nuts. Amazing flavors and so delicious. Plus a bonus recipe for the Arabic spice mix.
I remember a few years ago when I worked in Michigan, my Turkish friend and I went to a bakery. I don't remember if that bakery was Turkish or Lebanese but we bought the most delicious meat pies there. That was the first time I tried these flat, open face meat pies and I was hooked. I remember I bought a few and brought them home and my husband and I fought over them. They were just delicious and they had beautiful Arabic spices flavor.
I was determined to learn to make these myself. My friend told me the basic ingredients in them, and I just had to try and make them. These Arabic spices like cardamom, coriander and cumin were not really familiar to me, as Romanian cuisine is pretty basic and we don't use that many spices. Although the spices were not too common in my cooking, I had all the spices in my kitchen. I love to buy spices from all over the world, because you never know when you're going to need them. I enjoy going to Indian stores and Arabic stores and buy the different spices they have and then research and see what I can make with them.
Ever since then I've been making these meat pies, not very often, but when I do make them they are gone in no time.
To make these meat pies, you'll first need to make the Arabic 7 spice mix, if you don't already have it. The recipe for the spices will make a lot more than you need for these meat pies, so just store them and use them next time.
Now I'm not sure if these meat pies are a traditional Turkish recipe, but it's what I've come up with from my friend's recipe and my research for the perfect meat pie.
They are easy to make, and first you need to make the dough because it needs to stay in the fridge for a couple hours. The dough is simple, but the special ingredient in this dough is the yogurt which makes it so light and delicious as well.
The dough will be a fairly soft dough, and you need to place it in an oiled bowl and also rub some olive oil over the dough as well before you refrigerate it. While the dough is in the fridge you can make the spice mix and the meat mixture. The onion and garlic need to be chopped really small, so if you're not that good with the knife use a food processor. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet and add the onion, garlic and ground beef. Saute a bit and then add the spice mix, sugar, salt, and tomato paste. Cook until the meat is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the mint and yogurt and stir well. Place the meat mixture in a bowl and let it cool.
Take the dough out of the fridge and cut it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Take each ball and roll it out, do no use extra flour, use olive oil to stretch the dough as needed. The meat pies should be about 3 to 4 inches in diameter. If you use a cookie sheet you'll be able to fit about 6 pies on it. Spoon a couple tablespoonfuls of the meat mixture over the rolled out dough and spread it evenly. Sprinkle some pine nuts over the meat.
Bake them in a 400 F degree preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with some mint before serving.
They are so cute and oh boy are they ever delicious. I love these meat pies! The Arabic spice mix gives these meat pies such an awesome flavor, it will be a party in your mouth.
Here's the printable recipe, don't let the number of ingredients scare you away, it's pretty simple to make.
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely diced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 1/3 cup yogurt
- 1/2 tsp salt
- toasted pine nuts optional
In a small bowl get the yeast going by mixing it with the warm water and sugar. Let it sit until it bubbles.In the bowl of your mixer, add the flour and salt and mix it well. Add the yogurt to the flour, the yeast mixture and the olive oil. Using the paddle attachment mix well. The dough should be soft.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl and rub some additional olive oil over the dough, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for a couple hours.
While the dough is refrigerating mix all the spices for the Arabic spice mix together.
In a skillet heat the tablespoon of olive oil and add the ground beef and finely chopped onion and garlic. Stir well and cook for a couple minutes, after which add a tablespoon of the spice mix, the tomato paste, sugar and mix. Cook for a couple more minutes till the meat is cooked through.
Add the mint, yogurt and salt to the meat mixture and mix well. Let it cool.
Preheat oven to 400 F degrees.
Take the dough out of the fridge and cut it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Take each ball and roll it out, do no use extra flour, use olive oil to stretch the dough as needed. The meat pies should be about 3 to 4 inches in diameter. If you use a cookie sheet you'll be able to fit about 6 pies on it. Spoon a couple tablespoonfuls of the meat mixture over the rolled out dough and spread it evenly. Sprinkle some pine nuts over the meat.
Bake the pies for about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with some mint before serving.


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Amid outrage across the Jewish diaspora over Israel's flurry of recent arrests of women seeking to pray at the Western Wall with ritual garments – in defiance of Israeli law – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked Natan Sharansky, the chairman of the Jewish Agency, to study the issue and suggest ways to make the site more accommodating to all Jews.
The move comes after more than two decades of civil disobedience by a group called Women of the Wall against regulations, legislation and a 2003 Israeli Supreme Court ruling that allow for gender division at the wall, one of Judaism's holiest sites, and prohibit women from carrying a Torah or wearing prayer shawls there.
Although the movement has struggled to gain traction in Israel, where the ultra-Orthodox retain great sway over public life, the issue has deepened a divide between the Jewish state and the Jewish diaspora at a time when Israel is battling international isolation over its settlement policy. Critics, particularly leaders of the reform and conservative movements in the United States, complain that the government's recent aggressive enforcement of restrictions at the wall has turned a national monument into an ultra-Orthodox synagogue.
"The Prime Minister thinks the Western Wall has to be a site that expresses the unity of the Jewish people, both inside Israel and outside the state of Israel," Ron Dermer, Mr. Netanyahu's senior adviser, said in an interview Tuesday. "He wants to preserve the unity of world Jewry. This is an important component of Israel's strength."
Mr. Sharansky, whose quasi-governmental non-profit organization handles immigration for the state and is a bridge between Israel and Jews around the world, said Mr. Netanyahu had asked him Monday to take up the matter, and that he expected to have recommendations within "a few months." He and Mr. Dermer said the agenda would include improvements for Robinson's Arch, a discreet area of the wall designated for co-ed prayer under the court ruling, and the easing of restrictions in the larger area known as the Western Wall plaza, along with the more sensitive questions regarding prayer at the main site.
Mr. Sharansky said the Jewish Agency itself stopped having ceremonies for new immigrants in the plaza about two years ago after the Western Wall Heritage Foundation, which controls the site, said men and women could not sit together. Under pressure from the international groups that provide its financing, the agency on Oct. 30 passed a resolution calling for a "satisfactory approach to the issue of prayer at the Western Wall."
Asked whether he could imagine a day when women could wear prayer shawls and read Torah at the wall itself, Mr. Sharansky said, "I imagine very easily a situation where everybody will have their opportunity to express their solidarity with Judaism and the Jewish people and the state of Israel in a way he or she wants, without undermining the other."
"That's as much as I want to say at this moment," he added. "Now I have to share this vision with the appropriate bodies."
Mr. Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident and widely respected figure, has been called upon before to broker peace with the diaspora over questions of religious pluralism, most recently during a harsh fight over conversion. Anat Hoffman, the chairwoman of Women of the Wall, reacted with cautious optimism to Mr. Netanyahu's initiative, but said it would not stop the Israel Religious Action Center, of which she is executive director, from filing a Supreme Court petition as soon as next week challenging the makeup of the heritage foundation's board.
"It's a good thing that after 24 years the highest echelons in Israel are actually paying attention to this rift that is breaking diaspora Jews from Israel," she said. "The table that should run the Western Wall should have everyone who has an interest in the wall sitting around it."Report Typo/Error
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This is the definitive Table Top version of Judith Goldfarb's Bat Mitzvah. The photography is wonderful and captures the spirit of the event. This book is great for all relatives and friends of the Goldfarb family. It is also great for collectors of Bat Mitzvah photography. Lot's of candid shots, few posed pictures.
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Deep Purple's Ian Paice Says He's Sad That He and Ritchie Blackmore Are No Longer Friends
It seems that guitarist Ritchie Blackmore didn't break up with just Deep Purple two decades ago. He also broke up with drummer Ian Paice, once his oldest friend in the band. But not anymore, Paice said. "I don't have his phone number, I don't have contact with him," he told TeamRock Radio. "Friends keep in contact."
Blackmore and Paice co-founded Deep Purple in March 1968 along with the late Jon Lord, bassist Nick Simper and singer Rod Evans. This group would take a rocked-up cover of Joe South's 'Hush' to No. 4, creating a launching pad for Deep Purple's better-known later lineups.
Blackmore and Paice played together in Deep Purple until 1975, and then again between 1984-93. After this second, more acriminous split, Blackmore jump-started Rainbow and has, more recently, co-led Blackmore's Night, a renaissance-themed folk band. Meanwhile, Deep Purple have continued forward with guitarist Steve Morse, most recently releasing 'Now What?!' in 2013.
Apparently, no one has heard from the band's erstwhile original guitarist in a while. "It's sad because it's unnecessary," Paice said. "I hope I'm wrong. If Ritchie reads this, and gives me a call and says, 'What the hell are you talking about?' I'll go, 'That's fantastic.' But I'm not hanging by the phone."


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Fly to Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is a dream destination for locals and foreigners alike. The Mother City endears itself to all who have visited her idyllic shores. Azure seas lap white sandy beaches, the vibrant city pulses with majestic Table Mountain as her backdrop, and hometown pride runs thick through the colourful locals.
Cape Town has always been a firm favourite as a travel destination for South Africans and foreigners alike. Voted the number 1 tourist destination in 2011, the fair Cape has a lot to offer any type of traveller. If you're looking for affordability when it comes to booking your Cape Town trip, then you're in no better place
This world renowned tourist destination is located at the tip of the Southern Africa. One of very few places where you are able to indulge in the finest seafood, lush mountainous areas, winelands or even soak up the sun in the many white sandy beaches than in 'The Mother City'. With so much charisma and laid-back tendencies this city would leave you feeling like you on holiday every day of the week -and let's be honest what could be better than that?
Book cheap flights to Cape Town today!
Why visit Cape Town?
- From Table Mountain which is one of the 7wonders of the world to the ongoing parties in Long Street, and the scenic views in Stellenbosch-Cape Town definitely has it all!
- Only in this city are you able to experience South Africa's history in a powerful and inspiring way by visiting places like Robben Island, Rhodes Memorial, and Iziko South African museum!
- Cape Town has been voted 'The best city in the world' by Telegraph, 'The most loved city in the world' by CNN World, and the 'Top 2 beach cities in the world' by National Geographic-and the list goes on!
Cape Town is a laid-back type of town, with its Mediterranean type weather pattern allowing beautifully hot, dry summer days; eased by a dip in the cool Atlantic. Winters are mild with intermittent rain and some cold weather; perfect for sitting fireside at a Wine Estate or visiting one of the many food and craft markets.
Cape Town is known for its Mediterranean weather. Peak seasons in Cape Town begins in November up until February. Famously known for being over-crowded and overpriced in order to accommodate the foreigners both local and international who make their way to the city especially the beaches.
Alternatively if you're looking for a more affordable and less crowded experience, the best time to visit Cape Town would be from March to May and September to November, these months are considered to be the shoulder seasons as the weather is pleasant and the prices for accommodation, food and souvenirs for example are much lower.
South Africa is known for being very diverse, there are eleven official languages in South Africa which can be found in Pretoria as well. These languages consist of Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, and Zulu.
However Afrikaans is the most widely spoken language in the Western Cape, and other languages like isiXhosa and English are the second most spoken language in the Western Cape.
Some useful Afrikaans phrases to help you put are:
- Hello - Goeie dag
- Goodbye - Totsiens
- Sorry - Jammer
- Thank you - Dankie
- It has been estimated that two couples get hitched on Table Mountain every month.
- Cape Town was appointed the best place in the world to visit by the New York Times in 2014.
- Table Mountain National Park boasts more plant species than the British Isles or New Zealand.
Cape Town is the ultimate tourist destination due to the variety of attractions that the city has to offer, it is guaranteed that no matter what day of the week- this place has something going on that would appeal to you.
You can take a drive to the wine lands and experience the heritage of Cape Town by visiting the small town of Franschoek which is one of South Africa's oldest towns. And for those food and wine lovers Franschoek is also known for having some of the best restaurants within its borders, it has even been labelled 'The Wine and Food Capital' of South Africa.
If this small town is a bit too laid back for you-you should make your way to Long street and experience something different, this bohemian hang out is lined with some of Cape Towns most loved bars and ethnic restaurants, it becomes filled with many different and interesting characters that are looking to paint the town red.
Lastly, what would a visit to this city be without being able to sink your feet in many sandy beaches in this Mother City like Beta Beach which is situated ten minutes' drive from the city centre and Oudekraal which lies right next door, or even Sandy Bay for those care-free spirits-this nudist beach is situated along the road between Cape Town to Cape Point and is not easily accessible.
Camps Bay where the rich and famous come out to play is a perfect place to soak up the great weather, and indulge in the many restaurants that are lined up on Camps Bay drive with a magnificent backdrop of Table Mountain-basically everywhere you look.
Cape Town is filled with so many attractions such as:
- Kirstenbosch
- Top 5 Museums in Cape Town
- Free Attractions for kids in Cape Town
- 6 of Cape Town's most Scenic Drives
- Cape Town Jazz Festival
- High Teas in Cape Town
- Table Mountain Easter Egg Hunt
- 36 Hours in Cape Town
- Robben Island Tours
- Township Tours
- SAB Newlands Brewery Tour
- Table Mountain
- Shark Cage Diving at Hout Bay or Simons Town beaches
- Robben Island
- District Six
- Cape Point
- Signal Hill
- Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
- Tietiesbaai
- Outshroon
- Langabaan
- Seal Island
- Tableview
- Duiker Island
- Hout Bay Museum
- Constantia
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Cape Town's diverse multi-cultural ancestry has combined the influence of many cooking traditions - Italian, Malay, Chinese, Japanese, Moroccan, French, Portuguese, Congolese, Greek, Brazilian, Thai and Korean.
The city is renowned for its diverse and stylish restaurants and excellent food and being greeted by a soothing ocean breeze during your dining experience. Cape Town has an abundance of delicious and fresh seafood scattered across the peninsula.
Take advantage of the complete Cape Town experience at Strandlooper, this open air restaurant is always full so be sure to make a booking before going. Located 125km up the west cost of Cape Town this three to four hour eating experience will be one you will never forget.
Due to the large Muslim contingent dominating the Cape Town region Cape Malay quinine is readily available and enjoyed by many locals. Inherently the dishes are generally spicy with a few sweet treats to soothe the sting on the pallet. Famous dishes to try out include curries, sambals, pickled fish and a variety of fish stews and babotie.
Here are some of the best spots to tantilise your tastebuds:
- Royale Eatery
- 95 Keerom
- Bukhara
- Beluga
- Bizerca Bistro
- Frères Bistro
- Chefs Warehouse & Canteen
- Pigalle Restaurant
- Marcos African Place
- La Parada
- Belthazar Restaurant & Wine Bar
- La Petite Ferme
- Reuben's
- Franschhoek Wine Valley
Majority of the individuals found in Cape Town who practise religion would be of either Christian or Islamic belief.
The so called "coloured" community play a significant role in this city, they descended from the intermarriage of white settlers, African natives, and Asian slaves who previously were brought to South Africa from the Dutch colonies of Asia in the 18th and 19th centuries.
They Cape Town dialect has a strong influence of both English and Afrikaans and most of the time a hybrid of the 2 are used by locals.
While the Muslims referred to as the 'Cape Malay' community have a vested rich culture and traditions that have played a major role in shaping the history and diversity of Cape Town. Places like Bo-Kaap which is said to be the spiritual home of the Cape's Muslim community and District six depict the history and culture of Cape Town.
This city is known for being the city where different cultures simultaneously coexist like nowhere else in the world. This is a city where all religions are respected and accepted, there are no serious restrictions with regards to religion besides the fact that you should respect the religion followed by others as discriminating against other religions is not accepted.
Cape Town like any city around the world has its bad sides and its good side. You should remain aware of your surroundings at all times especially if you are new to the city.
When out and about on tour and sight-seeing you should adhere to the following guidelines:
- Cape Town Tourism recommends the use of a qualified mountain guide should you wish to explore Table Mountain National Park on foot. Alternatively, make sure you take a Table Mountain map, comfortable walking shoes, a few friends and a charged cell phone (mobile).
- Make sure you are also prepared for weather that can change rapidly; bring sunblock and something warm to wear.
- Start heading back well before dark and keep to demarcated paths.
- Save the following emergency number on your cell phone before you begin your hike: +27 861 106 417.
- Never carry a lot of cash on you.
- It is best to leave valuables in the safes/lockers that are provided in hotel rooms.
Egyptians do not need a visa for a period of 30 days.
You can contact the embassy of South Africa (Telephone: +20 2 25353000 for more information.
Address: 270 Bourke Street
Muckleneuk, P.O. Box 30025
Sunnyside 0132, Pretoria
South Africa
Phone:(+27) 12 343 1590 | (+27) 12 343 1591, 343 6042
Fax:(+27) 12 343 1082
|Cape Town
|Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
|Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
|Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
|Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro)
About Cape Town Airport
Cape Town International Airport (airport code CPT) is situated within easy driving distance from the Cape Town city centre and is the second largest airport in South Africa next to Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo Airport. The Cape Town Airport underwent an upgrade in 2010 and is of a world class standard catering for major tourist traffic. Cape Town airport used to be known as D.F. Malan Airport but changed its name to Cape Town International Airport when the new South African government came into power in the mid 1990's.
Food and beverages: There are many restaurants that are located within the airport they include KFC, Barcelos, Primi Cafe, Spur, Mugg and Bean, and Ocean Basket.
Exchange currency: Bidvest is the currency exchange office that is located within the airport.
Lost luggage: If you lost any item of luggage you should contact your handling airline or go to the information desk at the airport for more assistance.
Car hire: The car hire dealerships at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz, National, Nissan, Sixt, and Thrifty. To hire cars in Cape Town here.
Airport hotels: The Road Lodge at Cape Town International. To book hotels in Cape Town click here
Airport hub: Cape Town International Airport (code: CPT) is a hub for Mango and South African Express.
Cape Town Airport Parking Rates
- Shaded parking P3 – R8 per hour
- Shaded parking P4 – R10 per hour
- Multi-Storey Parkade P1 & P2 – R16 per hour
Remember to pay for parking before you leave at one of the many pay stations located as you enter/exit the terminal buildings. Cape Town Airport parking pay stations accept coins (R1, R2 and R5) and notes (R10, R20, R50 and R100). All major credit cards are also accepted. Parking attendants are on hand to assist with any problems or change issues.
Please note there is a lost parking ticket penalty of R150. All parking facilities are equipped with state of the art CCTV cameras and both parkades have a system that displays the number of parking bays available.
Long Term Parking Long term parking is available at Cape Town Airport in P5. You'll pay R65 for the first day, R135 for the second day and R35 per day thereafter.
Bus Service from Cape Town International Airport There is a bus service that runs between Cape Town International Airport and the Cape Town Civic Centre in the CBD. The trip takes about 30 minutes outside peak traffic times and tickets cost R50, making it the cheapest option for transport to and from the airport. Tickets are sold at the airport and the Civic Centre.
The information on this page is correct as of April 2016. While every effort is made to keep information as fresh as possible, Travelstart.com.eg takes no responsibility for any of the information being out of date or incorrectly noted.


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Music Institute of Chicago Concert Spotlights Black Composers Today
The Music Institute of Chicago is offering free lunchtime concerts and conversation one Wednesday per month. Lunch is available for purchase from the Pret A Manger Kiosk, and free coffee will be served.
Soprano Rae-Myra Hilliard and pianist Louise Chan perform excerpts from "Seasons Change: Music Written by Black American Composers." The program includes Nightsongs by H. Leslie Adams, Beyond the Rim of Day by Hale Smith, and Three Songs of Adieu by Norman Dello Joio.
The next concert is set for today, October 23, 12:15-1 p.m. at the Music Institute of Chicago Black Box Theater, 1702 Sherman Ave., Evanston. Admission is FREE. For more information, visit musicinst.org or 847.905.1500.


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Hey there, time traveller!
This article was published 25/7/2014 (1119 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Hi Mike,
Would you have any information about this piece? I was told it was used to store sheet music, as the shelves indicate. It's been in my family for 100 years. I pulled out the drawer to see if there was any marking on the bottom but there is just a number 45. What do you think it is worth?
Judith R. Winnipeg
Dear Judith,
Your music stand is one of the finest I have ever seen. It has a very strong art nouveau influence, which would date it to be at least 100 years old. It appears to be made of mahogany with its original finish.
The marking on the bottom of the drawer does not give us any information. To the right collector, I think it would sell for $450 to $500.
Mike Huen is an antique dealer and owner of Mike's General Store in Winnipeg. If you would like to have an item appraised, please include a photo with your question. Email questions to firstname.lastname@example.com and put Free Press in subject line, or write to Mike's Appraisals, 52 St. Anne's Rd., Winnipeg, MB, R2M 2Y3.


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MMTPT277~November 19, 2013~In a Bucket, in a Pail, in the Kitchen Sink; We Need Color
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MMTPT277~November 19, 2013~In a Bucket, in a Pail, in the Kitchen Sink; We Need Color
Welcome to Teapot Tuesday
the Sisterhood of the Traveling Teaparty
and Challenge #277
In a Bucket, In a Pail, or in the Kitchen Sink; We Need Colors Enough to Blind that Fink
Note: Anyone is welcome to play! You automatically become a Teapotter the first time you play in our challenge. Also, you do not have to write a story. You just have to be inspired by the teapot or by the story about this week's location! Have fun! If this is your first Teapot Tuesday Challenge, please mention that in your commentary so we can be sure to greet you properly, in pure Teapot Tuesday fashion! Your participation in Destination Station is 100% voluntary and not at all required. Just have fun!
The rest of the story:
1: State Fair!! Yay, it's State Fair time. The fun is all about the biggest, the brightest, the wildest, the fairest, and the mostest. Except in the iris section of the flower entries. For every year Mr. McFarkle that fink of a flower judge always awards the prizes to the all white iris; claiming that only in the absence of color can the true form of the flower be known. UGH!! Miss Evie-Lyn is so sick of his strutting and proclaiming himself to be the best judge of what is beautiful. She is so fed up that she wants to shove a bright and wildly colored flower right in his kisser. He obviously hasn't heard that Iris's were named after the Goddess Iris whom is regarded in Greek mythology as messenger between the land of the gods and the land of the humans, and they claim she traveled back and forth between the two on the rainbows. Why would anything named after her be best in white.
2: This year, Miss Evie-Lyn has a plan of her own and it's gonna shake up some things in the flower section and hopefully even cause ol' Judge McFarkle to lose his color blindness. She is making the rounds of all the gardeners in town and telling them all of her plan. You see, Miss Evie-Lyn loves colors. All kinds of colors in every shade imaginable. She has declared war on ol' Judge McFarkle and is making a pact with every gardener in town to bring only their most colorful blooms to be judged. If there aren't any white iris in sight, McFarkle will have to award the prizes to the real beauties of the show...or pass out in shock. Miss Evie-Lynn isn't sure if that really matters to her or not as long as the colors light up that old gray exhibit hall.
3: Yes, Miss Evie-Lyn is a bit of a wild woman and likes to keep life interesting but she does have a heart of gold and she is tired of all the lovely ladies who raise the most colorful and beautiful flowers going unnoticed because there flowers aren't white. She just can't keep herself from stirring up trouble sometimes though and she's anxiously awaiting the look on ol' McFarkle's face. It should be priceless.
4: As she takes her daily walks she spies on all the flower gardens to see if she can guess what colorful specimen each gardener will choose to take. She can't decide which one color to choose and may take an arrangement of every color in her garden just for pure shock value. (But Ooooh, wouldn't that be pretty) On her way around town she spots one gardener that hasn't gotten on the bandwagon yet and
not a color to be seen anywhere in her garden other than green leaves and white flowers. Miss Evie-Lyn is fuming as she stands there and just stares. This calls for desperate measures. Marching off, her mind whirling, she tries to think of how to change this foolish woman over to their side.
5: Yes, a plan is needed. A good plan that can't help but show her what a boring garden she has and how much more cheerful and fun it would be with colors. Soon, she hatches a plan that she thinks will be perfect. She rushes home to call all of the gardeners and arrange a meet up at the alley behind this white **shudder** garden with a colorful specimen in hand. After they see her turn out the lights, they will sneak in the garden and replace each white bloom with a colored one. HEEHEEHEE....Miss Evie-Lyn can't help but giggle and laugh as she dances around waiting till dark to start her plan in motion. But just to be on the safe side, she puts in a call to a group of colorful local ladies known as Teapotters to make sure there is enough color to rid that whiteness.
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Color is the name of the game. Pink, purple, yellow, blue, and orange...any colors will do. A colorful array to brighten the day and wash the whiteness away.
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Type of Document Master's Thesis Author Khammampati, Naveen Author's Email Address email@example.com URN etd-11102011-101240 Title Modeling the Response of a Beach Restoration Project in Louisiana to Two Consecutive Hurricanes Degree Master of Science in Civil Engineering (M.S.C.E.) Department Civil & Environmental Engineering Advisory Committee
Advisor Name Title Chen, Jim Q. Committee Chair Huang,Haosheng Committee Member Willson,Clinton Committee Member Keywords
- cross-shore profile response
- numerical modeling of beach response
- storm impact on beach restoration
Date of Defense 2011-10-03 Availability unrestricted AbstractThe current study is concentrated in modeling the cross-shore beach profile evolution and severe erosion of the dune (overwash) of a restored barrier island due to Hurricanes Gustav (2008) and Ike (2008) in coastal Louisiana. Pre-storm and post-storm survey data sets of Chaland Headland located in Plaquemines Parish, LA, were analyzed and categorized based on the overwash processes, and numerically modeled using SBEACH (Storm-induced BEAch CHange). The model results were compared with the measured topographic data. A total of 10 survey profiles were used in this study.
SBEACH simulates cross-shore beach, berm and dune erosion produced by storm waves and water levels. The model was calibrated for site specific conditions; sensitivity tests were conducted with varying water levels, wave heights and median grain sizes. Hurricanes Gustav and Ike forcing conditions were applied and the model profiles were then compared with survey profiles.
It was found that, although SBEACH is capable of reproducing the shape of the post-storm profiles to some extent, the amount of measured erosion on the foreshore slopes of the measured beach profile is much greater than the modeled erosion. Dune erosion of the measured profiles is also greater than the modeled profiles. It is also found that some of the empirical parameters of SBEACH need to be adjusted beyond the recommended values to obtain better simulation results.
SBEACH does not account for any longshore sediment transport due to longshore currents. Also the surge level gradient across the profile is not considered in the model. In general, the beach profile evolution processes are three-dimensional and complex. Although a one dimensional model could be a helpful tool in the preliminary stages of a project to estimate the shape of the post-storm profile, the three dimensional effects should be considered to obtain accurate results, in particular under hurricane conditions.
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