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AGISEE creates and manages working groups on specific topics, which are related to AGISEE's general mission and strategic objectives and priorities which are at the same time of interest to the members of the association and correspond to a need in the region of South-East Europe.
An AGISEE Working Group pursues the following general objectives:
Define a specific topic in more detail, which includes the state of the art in general and in the region of South-East Europe, the requirements and needs of the region, and the activities to be undertaken by AGISEE. This definition activity would result in a position or white paper that during the further work of the Working Group would be revised.
Publish its position paper at conferences, internationally and in the region, on the Internet and distributes it to relevant stakeholders.
Discuss the position or white paper with interested parties internationally and in the region to obtain their input for further strategic work on the topic and for future versions of the paper.
Obtain support and collaboration from other parties, who could be members of AGISEE, relevant stakeholders in the region or internationally.
Important for a Working Group will be the collaboration with international associations or groups.
The Working Group consists normally of a small group of AGISEE members - non members could be admitted - who know the specific topic and the relevant stakeholders in the region and internationally. The Working Group is chaired by a Working Group leader, elected by the members, who pushes forward the activities. A Working Group will have an agreed activity plan which it follows for its work.
At the moment (March 2012), AGISEE has a working group on Education with a white paper on education as foundation of their work. A second working group on standardisation will be created during 2012.


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Warren remembers his 'Regulate' collaborator in 'Party We Will Throw Now', a single that also features fellow Californian rapper The Game.
Warren G is celebrating Nate Dogg's birthday by premiering a music video for his song "Party We Will Throw Now" featuring the late rapper who would have turned 42 on August 19. Warren performs the track inside a warehouse with some scantily-clad ladies.
Warren and Nate were childhood friends. They collaborated in "Regulate" that topped various charts in 1994. In his latest joint with Nate, Warren tapped another West Coast rapper The Game to join them. In the video, Game drives a convertible while rapping his verses to the camera.
"Party We Will Throw Now" is expected to appear in Warren's upcoming mini album. In addition to hyping up the EP, he's working on his next full-length record to follow up his 2009's "The G Files".
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Three of my major influences are Stimpy, Meatwad, and Bart Simpson.
Felix Mendelssohn, Frederic Chopin, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, The Books, Bonobo, Blind Melon, They Might Be Giants, Mountain Goats, Robert Johnson, Slightly Stoopid, Rilo Kiley, Tool, Radiohead, Velvet Underground, Ingrid Michaelson, Beck, Tom Waits, Ludacris, Sublime, Beyonce, Daniel Johnston, John Lennon (plastic ono band), Salt n Pepa, David Byrne, Primus, Kate Nash, Mason Jennings, NIN, System of a Down, The Slackers, Buddy Guy, Regina Spektor, Girl Talk, Battles, Penguin Cafe Orchestra, Moondog, Julia Nunes, Mountain Goats, Low, Microphones, The Blow, etc. Rebirth Brass Band
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A family.
Hands and feet.
I need to be with a man who is in touch with his child self, but not a child who doesn't know how to be a man.
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reports that the Los Angeles Unified School District will receive 31,000 iPads this school year as part of phase one of the overall iPad deployment. This first phase is currently in action, delivering iPads to 49 of the district's 1,124 K-12 schools.
The district has 640,000 students total, and the goal is to have an iPad for each student. The LA Unified School District plans to complete the rest of the phases under the contract with Apple by late 2014, when each and every student should have an iPad of their own.
The contract between the LA school district and Apple is worth $30 million, but students will get to use them for free. The district plans to use $30 million in tax money to fund the first $31,000 devices, but is looking for other options to fund the rest.
"The most important thing is to try to prepare the kids for the technology they are going to face when they are going to graduate," said Mark Hovatter, the chief facilities executive for the LAUSD. "This is phase one, a mix of high school, middle school, and elementary students. We're targeting kids who most likely don't have their own computers or laptops or iPads. Their only exposure to computers now is going to be in their schools."
The iPads aim to offer students a more well-rounded education by providing a firm grip on technology and how to use it in various situations such as testing, studying and communicating with teachers/students; interactive lessons; reference videos; digital textbooks (book publisher Pearson currently has a contract with Apple to use its textbooks on the iPads); schedules drawn up by teachers, and educational software.
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with the LA district last month when the Board of Education voted 6 to 0 to approve it. The board came to this conclusion after receiving positive input about iPad use from teachers and students. The iPad was also the least expensive device.
The iPads will come pre-loaded with educational software, but won't include a keyboard. They have a three-year warranty that includes free replacement devices up to 5 percent of the value of the purchase price.
The school district has committed to spending "hundreds of millions of dollars" with Apple over the next two years, since they chose the company as their only tablet vendor.
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Pierce County: Report aims for more efficient county
Supervisor Rod Rommel might have said it best when describing county funding in today's economic climate.
"Gentlemen," Rommel said when addressing his fellow Pierce County Supervisors during Tuesday's meeting, "the county spends about $9 million for public health and human services, $6 million equally for law enforcement and highway, yet we only spend $39,000 on jobs?"
Rommel said this as he was highlighting findings from the Program Committee, which he chaired. Its goal was to find county "areas where efficiencies can be created and how county services will be impacted by the Budget Repair Bill."
The committee was made up of Rommel, Board Chairman Paul Barkla, Vice-Chairman Jeff Holst, Finance Director Julie Brickner, Public Health Director Sue Galoff, Highway Commissioner Chad Johnson, Human Services Director Tammy Kincaid and Personnel Coordinator Sandy Langer.
Rommel's statement came when discussing funding for the Pierce County Economic Development Corporation (PCEDC). The county is the PCEDC's largest contributor at $39,000, which accounts for over half of its revenue.
"PCEDC does not have the critical mass in employees and revenues to fully promote the economic development of the county," the committee wrote. Therefore, it recommended either increasing, eliminate funding or regionalize the department with the understanding it should happen within the next year.
At least one city in the county has already thrown its support behind PCEDC getting increased or continued funding.
The Prescott City Council approved a resolution the night before funding for the PCEDC "at a sustainable level." Among the key points of the resolution was PCEDC's help in Bergquist Company's decision to expand in Prescott, which created 70 jobs.
Among the committee's other recommendations (listed in order of achievability):
n Designate an existing employee to be a grant-writing expert.
n Discontinue supporting the fair with the tax levy. The committee reported the 2010 fair showed a deficit of $27,000, which will be covered by tax levy. A $1 increase in admission would show a profit or break even.
In a related matter, Fair Coordinator Ann Webb reported gate sales for this year's fair were up Thursday, Friday and Saturday, but were slightly lower Sunday.
n Contract out the custodial services of the courthouse. Seven custodians are employed to maintain the courthouse, annex, highway shop and fairgrounds. The committee believes immediate savings of nearly $50,000 could be had if the county contracts some or all custodial services because the courthouse annex is cleaned by outside contractors.
n Increase the Parks Department budget to develop a website to attract more visitors. In a UW-River Falls outreach study last year, about 95% of county residents do not use the county park system.
"Further efforts should be made to promote these county resources to generate fees covering more costs," the committee said.
n Incorporate the Emergency Management Department into the Sheriff's Department to generate greater efficiency and to remove a report from the county administrative coordinator's responsibilities.
n The PCEDC funding debate.
n Request the Sheriff's Department to complete a study of the cost of housing prisoners in the jail versus contracting with other counties. According to the committee's findings, it's estimated the cost per day for in-county jail prisoners is $104 compared to $59.27 per day for contracting.
n Request the Highway Department develop a study on the ownership of highway equipment and the pricing of its raw materials, so the county is receiving a competitive price for its materials when sold.
n Direct the Human Services and Public Health departments to seek a closer collaboration. At the same time, study the advantages or disadvantages of a merger between the two.
n Sell the county's solid waste facility. In last month's Finance and Personnel Committee meeting, Rommel admitted it was one of the more difficult recommendations that could happen, but it needed to be looked at. Solid waste collection is currently covered by state grants and a $25 assessment annually for property containing dwellings. The department's budget, not counting Clean Sweep, was over $1.2 million and last year's fee generated $344,000. With River Falls and Prescott withdrawing from using the county's solid waste facilities, the concern is heightened even more, and becomes even greater if state aid is reduced.
n Form an agricultural society to lease the fairgrounds from the county. It's estimated the grounds have an expense of $185,000, while only $35,000 is brought in. From the same UW-RF study, 60% of county residents stated they never or seldom attend the fair.
n Explore the possibility of regionalizing UW-Extension services.
Rommel added the committee didn't research any state statutes or laws to see if their findings were lawful.
The County Board then unanimously approved to receive the report and refer it to the various committees listed for further study.


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Italian Alps: Introduction
Things to see and do
The breathtakingly scenic destination of the Italian Alps comprises picturesque valleys and pine forests, all of which lie against a backdrop of beautiful jagged white-topped peaks. If you prefer to see more of the area than just the ski chalets nuzzled into mountain crevices, there are a number of train and bus routes at your disposal too.
Jumping aboard a cable car is probably the most celebrated way to journey from one area of the Alps to another. It's here you'll gain a Birdseye view of the picturesque surrounding scenery. Fine wines and exceptional cuisine are combined with a love for skiing in the Italian Alps which makes it a great holiday hotspot for the sporting food enthusiast.
Tobogganing is also popular here and when you tire of skiing, it's a great activity to try your hand at. Evening après-ski action is in abundance, regardless of whether you choose to keep it simple with cheese and wine by the fireside or amp it up with an evening spent in one of our resorts many night clubs.
Many of the restaurants put on themed evenings which are suitable for the whole family, complete with dinner and dancing. For more adventurous travellers dog sledging is always a popular option.
Both the higher mountains and the valleys offer different climates in the summer and winter months. The mountains appear snow-covered towards the end of the year, yet despite this, the weather is mostly sunny with moderately warm daytime temperatures.
Evening temperatures are always quite cold, regardless of the season, so it's always wise to pack a few layers of cosy clothing.


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Comment and Win A Windsurfing Taster
- By: Gugulethu Hlekwayo
- Published: 20 July 2011
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* Essential Travel would like to congratulate 'Donna Sb Bailey' for her winning entry! Thank you so much to everyone who left captions for us to read. We hope you had fun and keep reading the blog for more articles, competitions and travel news.
Aztec Watersports in Lower Moor, Pershore is offering our readers a tantalising taster of the wonderful sport of windsurfing. Part sailing, part surfing, this IS the coolest way to slice the waves - ignore what the jealous surfers may say. Windsurfing harnesses the power of the ocean and the wind for an exhilarating all round experience.
Aztec runs their courses on a shallow spring-fed lake, with just the right amount of wind for the learning windsurfer. The family taster course involves learning how to get on the rig and basic skills - like sailing across the wind and turning around. Just enough to get you on your way to becoming master and commander of the waves (ok, maybe just a good windsurfer). The course is great for a family getaway. Windsurfing is safe for children to try out, although adults might find falling over repeatedly embarrassing.
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National Assembly policymakers agreed that the Government should temporarily stop establishment of the nation's economic zones and border economic zones in Viet Nam due to poor results.
Viet Nam has so far established 15 EZs and 18 border EZs.
The Standing Committee was told that more than US$50 billion had been invested in 15 economic zones in the past 20 years.
However, reports on what economic results had been achieved was still limited, according to Finance and State Budget chairman Phung Quoc Hien.
The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) report said that the 15 economic zones covered more than 660,000ha.
It estimated that their total turnover was about $8 billion and exports valued at nearly $800 million.
The zones provided jobs for 30,000 people and contributed about $1 billion to the State budget by end of 2011.
"From my point of view, investment in this field is too dispersed and creates weak development," said Hien.
"That's why the Government should carefully review 20 years implementation of border economic zone development. From lessons learned, we could propose policies for the development of other economic zones," said Hien.
Some deputies worried about the environmental pollution rampant in economic zones and the social security problems caused by economic zones in border provinces.
The MPI report said that 28 border economic zones had been licensed so far (18 of them already established) by the Government in border provinces nationwide. These zones had attracted 70 FDI projects with total investment of more than $700 million and more than 500 local projects with total investment of $1.9 billion.
However, import-export turnover in border economic zones was small compared to investment.
The Standing Committee report said the operation of border economic zones hadn't met expected demands due to weak competition, failure to attract investment, lack of infrastructure or slow progress in clearing land and supplying water and electricity.
Deputy Chairman of the NA Law Committee Phan Trung Ly said that heavy trucks from economic zones had caused serious environmental pollution and damaged the infrastructure of border northern provinces.
Deputy Vu Thi Nuong said the Government should strengthen supervision in those zones, especially security and environment measures.
In a discussion on draft of price law, deputies said that the law should regulate list of price stabilised goods as one of measures to ensure social security.
On price stabilisation, NA Deputy Chairman Ngan said decisions would be made by the Government on a national scale while in some emergency cases provincial authorities would fine tune decisions.
Discussing the revised labour law, law makers agreed with a Social Affairs Committee proposal to increase maternity leave from four to six months to improve infant care and child health.
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Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus Evening with Governor Gary Johnson
Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus Evening with Governor Gary Johnson - Wednesday, November 17 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm at Samford University in Homewood, Alabama.
In an event co-sponsored by the Samford College Republicans and the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus, former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson will be speaking at Samford University on Wednesday evening, November 17th, 2010.
A successful small businessman, triathlete, marathon runner and mountain climber, Governor Johnson is a Tea Party favorite and a likely 2012 Republican presidential candidate. He currently serves as the Honorary Chairman of the Our America Initiative.
For years, he's vocalized his support for school vouchers, decreased government spending, deficit elimination, lowering taxes, revitalization of the economy and the promotion of entrepreneurship and privatization.
It's one thing to be a mountain climber. It's another to reach the summit of Mount Everest, making the climb with a broken leg. Applying the same dedication to conservative politics, Johnson has done a lot more than simply talk about the issues – he has actually achieved them. Here are some of Johnson's accomplishments from 1995 to 2003:
• Elimination of New Mexico's budget deficit
• Cut rate of growth in state government in half
• Privatized half of the state's prisons
• Shifted state Medicaid to managed care
• Reduced state employees by over 1,000, with no firings
• During his term, New Mexico experience the longest period without a tax increase in the state's history
• While in office, Governor Johnson vetoed 750 bills (which is about equal to all the combined vetoes of the other 49 Governors in the country at the time) and thousands of line item vetoed bills.
Former Governor Johnson will be speaking at 7pm at Samford's Brock Forum. The event is open to students, the general public and the media. While reservations are not required, we ask that you RSVP on Facebook here.
Additional questions may be directed to Leanna Cannafax of the Sanford College Republicans at firstname.lastname@example.com or Stephen Gordon of the Alabama Republican Liberty Caucus at firstname.lastname@example.com or (256) 874-2985.
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The Jasmine RevolutionBy Mourad Telmini
Photo by Mourad Telmini
By its purpose, dynamics, first results and ongoing consequences, it makes sense to compare the Jasmine revolution to the fall of the Berlin wall. Indeed, while these lines are being written, the news on the Internet reports on Chinese opposition leaders who are taking the Jasmine revolution as an example for bringing about democracy in China, inspired by the role that new technologies and social networks played in Tunisia. Obviously, the perfume of Jasmine, this beautiful and delicate white flower typical of Tunisia, is diffusing across the world.
When looking to the repercussions of the Jasmine revolution, first in the neighboring countries of the Middle East region, where the Egyptian people succeeded to drive out Hosni Mubarak, and where dramatic events are currently underway in Libya, Algeria, Yemen and Bahrain, any physicist can find in this dynamics a striking illustration of the famous "butterfly effect." Indeed, the whole story started with a rather banal incident: on December 17th 2010, a policewoman slapped Mohamed Bouazizi, a young jobless man who was trying hard to sell some fruit and vegetables in the market of a poor city in the center of Tunisia called Sidi Bouzid.
For Mohamed, valiant heir of a people whose 3000 years of history include such icons as Hannibal, who crossed the Alps using elephants, Saint Augustine, Ibn Khaldoun and other geniuses, this humiliation was too much. Mohamed Bouazizi immolated himself in front of the official representatives of the government. By this act, he became the first martyr and the symbol of the revolution and freedom. His message was received one hundred percent by the people of Sidi Bouzid : No dignity means no life. A spontaneous, popular demonstration started to rise up, but immediately faced the oppression of the regime. Indeed, like many other governments in the region, the Tunisian dictatorial regime took advantage of the atmosphere post September 11, with the tacit benediction of the main western democracies, to oppress any protest, even peaceful and civil, branding the protesters as dangerous terrorists.
Actually, all the ingredients for a revolution aiming toward a transition to democracy and the free world were there for many years. The Tunisian people are among the most advanced in North Africa. This small country was the first to abolish slavery (1846), to promulgate a constitution (1861), to introduce modern science in education (1875), to prohibit polygamy (1957), etc. The Tunisian youth are extremely open-minded and in touch with the most advanced communication technologies (more than 25% of the 10 million Tunisians have a Facebook account). A very widely shared feeling is that the Tunisian people deserve to join the free world and become a genuine democracy, and the president, in office for 23 years, became the major obstacle to that legitimate aspiration.
The echo of the Sidi Bouzid events was instantaneously broadcast through the social networks and the protest increased with demonstrations in the other cities of Tunisia (Regueb, Kasserine, Thala, …) where the dictatorial government commanded snipers to kill the peaceful protesters. The videos recorded by the people of Kasserine with their mobile phones and uploaded on the net shocked the nation, whereas the official media continued to deny or minimize these events, or present them as terrorism acts perpetrated by foreign agents.
Despite the speeches of Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, aggressive and pathetic, an implicit, but strong consensus was growing up among the people: The dictator has to go. On Friday January 14th 2011, many tens of thousands demonstrated in Tunis, transforming Habib Bourguiba avenue, named after the first president of Tunisia, to a civilian place de combat against despotism. The few hours of this civilian demonstration were clear enough to force the dictator to leave. I was there and I can testify how impressive this demonstration was, not only by the number of people, but also and mainly by their civility and the very high quality of their behavior and their demands. We were undertaking the first revolution of the 21th century and the conscience of this exceptional event was so great, that a very strange and unique phenomenon happened. A kind of collective effect linked all the demonstrators together, making them take care of each other, support each other and feel that it is a leitmotiv and a national duty to be exemplary.
Moreover, it is interesting that many notices were written in English, with slogans like "Game over", "Yes we can," etc (see picture). This is absolutely new because the preceding generation was tightly linked to France and French culture and language. It is no longer the case. Tunisian youth is open to the entire world. It will be great if this message is well taken and well understood by our friends from all over the world.
Afterwards, if one has to take a lesson from the Jasmine revolution, I think that it would be to never despair of humankind, whatever their present status, and wherever they live. For many years, people around the world, including scientists, were convinced that the only way to bring Arab countries to democracy, if any, is the Iraqi example, and it doesn't matter if the price for that can be tens of thousands of civilians killed. The Tunisian revolution demonstrates with the most striking clarity how much this Machiavellian view is wrong. Tunisians and Arabs are humans on the same footing as others. They are able to emancipate themselves and contribute to the stability and the progress of humankind. All that we need is to be more known and accepted as we are, without any stereotypes or clichés.. Contrary to a widely shared but false idea, democracy in the Arab world is the best guarantee for peace and stability in the Middle East. The transition towards democracy should be strongly supported by the US and other main democracies. We need to learn from your experiences. We want to rely on your friendship, to show you our luminous face, not that dark one portrayed in the media and from which we have all suffered so much. Together, we can go forward through mutual collaboration. Personally, I have the enormous good fortune to have many friends in US and I had the opportunity to visit this fantastic country. But, many of my colleagues, despite the fact that they are conducting very good science, and even those who are retired now, have never had the possibility to collaborate with US scientists, nor to visit America. We deserve more interest, and this is beneficial both for you and for us.
After the Arab countries, the next region in the world that will make its revolution will be Sub-Saharan Africa. To save time, and for the benefit of humankind, we have to avoid the same reefs and help them in taking their future in their own hands. This will be the best testament to the Jasmine revolution.
Mourad Telmini is Professor of Physics, Faculty of Science, University of Tunis El Manar. He is also Director General of the National Centre for Nuclear Science and Technology, and vice-President of the Tunisian Physical Society.
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St. Thomas Snuba Excursion Reviews
Very professional safety and equipment briefings. Attentive guide. Before doing this, some snorkeling experience advisable.
Our experience was bad, the guide lack of patience and everything was in a rush. The location is like 30-40 minutes from the port so 3 hours should be enough however, since there are other groups the time was not enough and actually the real experience is for 15 minutes.
Day 4 was in St. Thomas. We docked pretty early and was able to get some shopping done. Don't worry about getting off the ship before 9am as nothing but the straw market is open. We booked the BOSS excursion which is where you ride an underwater scooter with an air helmet on. This has to be one of the best excursions I have taken in my last three visits to the island and I highly recommend it.
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The Andy Griffith Show/Howard's Main Event
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Aunt Bee, the Juror
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Guest Stars: Jack Dodson (Howard), George Lindsey (Goober), Aneta Corsaut (Helen), Arlene Golonka (Millie), Allan Melvin (Clyde Plaunt), Wayne Heffley (Harry)
Plot Overview
Howard takes an interest in a new girl in town, Millie Hutchins, who works in the bakery. After dropping in and flirting with her a few times he asks her out on a date and soon they're spending a good deal of time together. A problem arises however when Millie's old boyfriend, Clyde Plaunt, shows up in town. She's broken off with him and as far as she's concerned it's all over, but he hasn't quite accepted that yet. He takes Howard aside and tells him in no uncertain terms that it would definitely be unhealthy to continue seeing Millie and he had better not see them together again. Howard, who has never been in a fist fight in his life, is in a bit of a quandary but Andy encourages him to stand up for himself now, or he might regret it forever.


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OSAKA – Unbeaten Mongolian yokozuna Asashoryu gave compatriot Ama a good hiding to maintain his slender advantage over archrival Hakuho heading into the home stretch at the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament on Monday.
Asashoryu was in total control in the day's penultimate bout at Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, soaking up Ama's (4-5) attack and sending the sekiwake flying with a pair of meaty shoves to stay on course for his 22nd Emperor's Cup.
Victory kept Asashoryu one win clear of fellow yokozuna Hakuho, who beat Kotoshogiku (4-5) to remain in a share of second place with lower-ranked wrestlers Takamisakari, Homasho, and Tochiozan.
Hakuho kept front-running Asashoryu on his toes when he rounded up the day's action by bellying sekiwake Kotoshogiku toward the edge of the dohyo and finishing the job.
Asashoryu is seeking his first title win in four meets and revenge over Hakuho, who spoiled his comeback from a two-tournament suspension with victory on the final day of the New Year meet.
Hakuho is aiming to become only the sixth wrestler since the establishment of the six-tournament system in 1958 to win four consecutive titles.
In other bouts, Chiyotaikai (6-3) suffered a second straight defeat after being shunted out by Tokitenku (4-5) and still requires two more wins to save his ozeki rank.
It was an otherwise upset free day at sumo's second rank of ozeki as Kaio and Kotomitsuki both posted hard-fought wins.
Kaio (7-2) countered to squash Asasekiryu at the ring's edge, flooring the top-ranked maegashira with a backward leg trip to stay on the fringes of the title race.
Kotomitsuki rebounded from Sunday's loss to Kaio to beat second-ranked Miyabiyama with an inner-thigh-grabbing twist-down technique, leaving both men with 3-6 records.
In the lower ranks, sumo oddball Takamisakari got the biggest cheer of the day when he dug deep to win an epic battle with 16th-ranked Otsukasa (4-5) and stay in the title hunt.
"I have never secured a winning record this quickly (in the makuuchi division)," said Takamisakari. "I'll keep putting up a fight in each bout."
Homasho barged out 14th-ranked Kakizoe (5-4) to also secure a majority of wins, while 12th-ranked Tochiozan registered a routine eighth win over Kasugao (5-4).
Earlier in the day, Bulgarian ozeki Kotooshu withdrew due to an arm injury and forfeited his bout against fourth-ranked maegashira Wakanoho (5-4).


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As the end of 2012 approaches, Prince William must decide if he will continue to serve in the Royal Air Force and be stationed 200 miles away from his wife, Kate Middleton. Several insiders tell Life & Style, on newsstands now, that the duchess is keen on starting a family — which would require having her husband home and by her side.
"Kate wants to have a baby next year, but she doesn't want to be left to raise their child by herself while William is away for weeks at a time," an insider reveals in the new issue of Life & Style.
NEWS: Kate Middleton and Prince William search for a spy in the palace
William has until the end of the year — approximately six weeks from now — to decide whether he will remain in the RAF or give it up to focus more on his royal duties and his family. And insiders say Kate has been urging him to choose to stay with her. "She doesn't want them to be apart for that long [six weeks] ever again," the insider tells Life & Style.
"Kate knows how much William loves the military," the insider admits. So while Kate understands that leaving the service would be a sacrifice for William, deciding to start a family is a step they both need to be present for. "William doesn't have long to decide," notes the insider, "so the pressure is really on."
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We are always buying a wide range of clothing for both men and women from the 1920s-1990s. Below is a brief list of items we are after (not limited to):
Denim (1970s and before jeans, jackets, and shirts):
Levis Big E and/or selvedge denim.
Example of a "Big E".
Example of Levis selvedge-flip the cuff to locate.
Wrangler "Blue Bell"
Example of a Wrangler "Blue Bell" tag
United States Navy denim pants and jackets.
Any other vintage jeans-there were tons of different manufacturers and we are interested in almost all of them. We are buying all conditions from unworn to completely abused.
T-Shirts (1980s and prior printed and blank):
Just a few of the brands we buy a "paper" non plastic tag is best. Design is everything-the more interesting the better.
Band shirts/tour shirts.
Snoopy and friends sweatshirts or t-shirts. The best are printed on Spruce brand.
The sky is the limit, if it's an old t-shirt and the design is cool we want it. We pay a slight premium for t-shirts with a rayon content. These are generally a blend of cotton, polyester, and rayon-rayon being the least present.
Red Wings:
Prefer the "crepe" soles shown above. Condition can vary from unworn to well worn.
Leather Jackets (1970s and prior):
Interested in a variety of leather jackets from companies such as Schott, Buco, Langlitz, LeatherTogs, Hercules, EastWest Musical, Gandalf, etc. Also interested in smaller brands, local shop brands, military, and jackets marked "horsehide".
Unsure if a jacket is old? Zippers are a good way to tell. A lot of older garments have Talon brand zippers.
Converse (made in USA):
Buying made in USA Converse with a premium paid for older models.
Example of older "Black Heel" model.
Polo Ralph Lauren (1990s and prior):
A sampling of a few of the logos or patches we are interested in as well as styles. Anything a little older and design oriented may be of interest.
Items with dates, patches, etc.
Large emblems and crests are great.
Souvenir/Tour Jackets (Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Alaska, etc):
Generally made of satin-the best are reversible with satin and velvet.
Champion Brand T-Shirts and Sweatshirts:
Buying up to and including 1970s items-some 1980s if the design is aesthetically pleasing.
If it's old and isn't on this list we probably STILL want it!
From the beautiful, the bold, to the bad.
We love martian ladies.
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Pinellas lawmakers lash out against offshore drilling
UPDATE: Pinellas County Democratic Party Chairman Ramsay McLauchlan weighs in. "I am hopeful that if there is a full story written it will make it clear that the Democrats oppose the drilling and that this legislation will only pass if the Republican leadership in the house has its way. I am guessing that none of Republican ... members of the Pinellas delegation criticize ... their leadership. Rep. Hooper sounds as if he can't fight for his constituents - he must leave that up to the members of the State Senate."
CLEARWATER -- As expected, Pinellas County lawmakers lashed out over a proposed bill to allow offshore drilling during a meeting with county commissioners today.
"I don't know who in their right mind would consider moving this legislation forward," cracked Sen. Dennis Jones, R-Treasure Island. "Obviously, someone who doesn't live in coastal Florida."
The answer, as Rep. Ed Hooper put it: a majority of the Florida House.
"I'm afraid that once again, the House is going to have to depend on the Senate to do what's right," said Hooper, R-Clearwater.
The House approved a bill last session, but it died in the Senate. At a meeting today, Pinellas commissioners will discuss their opposition to the latest push to allow drilling.
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Campus Watch Archives
June 13, 2003
East Mall
Occurred between 6-12-03 at 11:00 p.m. and 6-13-03 at 5:45 a.m.
Criminal Mischief: An unknown substance was put in the East Mall fountain causing it to fill with white foam that damaged the fountain's filter valves. Repair cost: $100.00.
Kinsolving Dormitory, 2605 Whitis Avenue
Occurred on 6-13-03 at approximately 1:00 a.m.
Suspicious Activity: A pedestrian observed an unidentified subject cutting a chain lock off of a blue Trek bicycle while it was secured to a bicycle rack on the west side of the building. The subject walked away from the bicycle when he saw the pedestrian watching him. When the pedestrian returned two minutes later, the bicycle was gone. The subject is described as a black male, approximately 40 years old, with black and gray hair and wearing a white t-shirt with "purple on it", cut-off blue jean shorts and tennis shoes.
Whitaker Fields, 51st Street and Guadalupe
Reported on 6-12-03 at 7:33 a.m.
Leaving the Scene Collision: An unidentified vehicle struck a 16-foot chain link fence and two 16-foot poles on the northwest side of the fields then left the scene without leaving notice. A shattered rear vehicle window and a piece of gray plastic were left at the scene. Repair cost: $200.00.


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JERUSALEM (May. 18)
A group of Chassidic "wonder rabbis," several of whom reached Palestine after fleeing Nazi-occupied territory, today appealed to the American War Refugee Board, the American Jewish press and the Jewish community in the United States to speed their efforts to save the remnants of European Jewry.
After a meeting with Chief Rabbis Isaac Herzog and Ben-Zion Uziel the rabbis adopted a resolution asking that the Allied countries open their gates to refugees and that free Jewish immigration to Palestine be allowed.


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Ozzy Osbourne Guitarists: Ranked
What would Ozzy Osbourne's amazing solo career be without the many guitar heroes who have stood beside him for the past 30-plus years? Not much, unless he had his sights on playing music other than hard rock and metal, which is why we decided to pay some respect to the 10 six-string gods who exerted the greatest impact on Ozzy's career.
Though his superlative guitar skills never actually made it onto an Osbourne album, at one point, Steve Vai was virtually confirmed to succeed Zakk Wylde for 1995's 'Ozzmosis,' LP. So while none of this came to pass and Vai's involvement became limited to co-writing one song, 'My Little Man,' we are talking about Steve friggin' Vai here!
Alex Skolnick
Another fleet-fingered guitar hero who almost landed the coveted Ozzy Osbourne band guitar slot in 1995 was former Testament phenom Alex Skolnick. But after auditioning and being told he "got the gig," Skolnick played just one single U.K. concert with Ozzy in June of that year, before being told his services would, in fact, not be needed.
Jerry Cantrell
By 2005, Ozzy's off-and-on relationship with Wylde was in the "off" position once again, as the latter focused on his Black Label Society. So when a multi-talented six stringer was required to help Osbourne record his star-studded covers album, 'Under Cover,' it was the Alice in Chains stalwart who helpfully stepped into the breach and got the job done.
Bernie Torme
Confusion and trauma ruled the Ozzy Osbourne camp in the immediate aftermath of Randy Rhoads' tragic death, but such was the fledgling state of the singer's solo career that the show simply had to go on, as they say. So in their rush to find a suitable replacement, Sharon and Ozzy quickly tapped Bernie Torme (who had worked with Ian Gillan) to fill the void on tour, even if only for a month.
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Brad Gillis
Joe Holmes
Jake E. Lee
Zakk Wylde
Randy Rhoads
And of course the most beloved Ozzy Osbourne guitarist is also the most pivotal musician he ever crossed paths with, Randy Rhoads. It's no exaggeration to assert that Ozzy owes much of his career rebirth and subsequent success to the personal and creative relationship he established with Rhoads, after leaving Black Sabbath in the late-'70s. That's why each and every one of the very fine guitarists name-checked above can't help but be compared to Randy's groundbreaking talents and lingering legend. Such is the price of playing guitar in the Ozzy Osbourne band, but rarely is it not paid back in full, in one way or another, to those who have accepted the challenge.


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In an effort to ensure that all customers receive equal savings, Shaw's and Star Market will end its Rewards Card program, effective June 28, 2013, and lower prices on thousands of items across all 169 locations.
"All of our customers deserve to get the lowest price on their groceries without needing to carry a Rewards Card with them," said Shane Sampson, president, Shaw's and Star Market. "Our goal is to provide our customers with an experience that is simple, easy and focused directly on them."
The list of price reductions will focus on items customers purchase most often, such as milk, eggs, bread and more. In addition to lower everyday prices, Shaw's and Star Market will still offer weekly sales and promotions.
The grocer's card-free savings initiative kicks off a marketing campaign called "You're in for Something Fresh," with new circulars and in-store signage designed to create excitement and illustrate the company's commitment to quality products and great customer service.
"Our new marketing campaign highlights that there is a renewed commitment to quality and service at Shaw's and Star Market," added Sampson. "We've reinvigorated our brand and invested significantly in our business, and this is our invitation to everyone in the region to come and check out Shaw's and Star Market. It's a new beginning for us and we have a lot of exciting things to come as we look to regain our position as the best grocery experience in New England."
Shaw's and Star Market operates 169 locations across five New England states and employs approximately 18,000 associates.


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Border Patrol agent: How you doing, U.S. Border Patrol. How many people on board?
Travis Pope: Me.
Border Patrol agent: U.S. citizen?
Travis Pope: Yeah, but does it really matter?
Border patrol agent: Not anymore, unfortunately. Thank you.
Talk about powerful. Something has got to change. Rick Perry says that they are now apprehending record numbers of illegal immigrants coming from Syria, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Secure the border and secure it now.


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Shrinking Sidewalks and the Permit Fantasy
With the suffocating reduction of sidewalk art and performance space under the modified Downtown Ordinances that went into effect in Santa Cruz on October 24th, repression apologists are reassuring those facing a matrix of exclusion that all the need to do, if they want to play, table, display, or occupy more than 12 square feet (approx 3 1/2 X 3 1/2 feet) is to apply for a permit at the Parks and Recreation Department. This is camouflage and cover for a fundamental change in the downtown scene being orchestrated by those engaged in class and culture war to gentrify Pacific Avenue and use the myth of Poverty Crime and Clutter to tramplel Santa Cruz values & traditions of diversity & inclusion. Described below is what is actually offered in the "permit process".
(These notes are based on the Parks & Recreation [P & R] office worker info on 11-7-13 as well as the City's Street Performance Downtown Santa Cruz website. If anyone has new info or corrections, please contact me).
The only spots for which P & R will grant permits are
(1) Compass Rose area near the post office;
(2) Memorial Plaza near Jamba Juice;
(3) Pacific and Cooper;
(4) Pearl Alley;
(5) Scribner Statue area.
In other areas where performing for donation was traditional (say in front of New Leaf Market), it is simply banned with NO provision for any permit. This means from Laurel St. to Water St. there are a total of 4 spots to play with more than one performer, assuming the two aren't in a carnal embrace and playing harmonicas (i.e. have instruments like guitars that require at least some space).
Permits can be filed only Monday – Thursday 8 AM – 4 PM at the P & R Office at 323 Church St 36 hours in advance of performance. So, if you want to perform with a fellow guitarist on a Monday, you'd better have applied on Wednesday or Thursday of the prior week. P & R worker Betsy assured me that two people playing could easily fit into 12 square feet—the maximum allowable space without a permit for someone with an open guitar case, cup, or other "display device".. She must have been quite the rage at college phone booth stuffing events.
Maximum time length allowed is 2 hours on Pacific and 3 hours in the alleys, one performance per day, and only between 11 AM- 10 PM. Additionally it's not clear when these rules will be altered given the new ordinances (and new bleak mentality to enable performance "regulation" by police, hosts, security guards, city staff, & merchants). Only one event per weekend. And only in the five spots indicated. Otherwise you are expected to squeeze your instrument, effects, companions and hynee's into 3 of those sidewalk squares.
When Betsy checked, no one had applied for (and been granted) a permit subsequent to October 24, though 2 groups had applied for events in November before that date and been granted permits. Actually though I've only heard second hand accounts of smoking tickets being issued and none of sitting or "display device in wrong place" or "taking up too much space" citations, the number of performers down there has looked tome to be markedly less and those who are there are newbies who often don't know the rules. Today I saw two homeless people sprawled in "illegal" spots (but not blocking traffic, of course, just "illegal under the "merchant freeway" rules) and, I think, one performer--this was around 4 PM.
Though the permits are free, if you're using a keyboard or any kind of "amplification" however minor, you've got to go through the SCPD and pay $33 with a much longer lead time. I've filed a Public Records Act request asking for specifics from them—which they're supposed to respond to in the next 10 days.
I've also requested a list of the names and positions of the Hosts (the Hostile-aptaility squad) and the First Alarm thug patrols--no response yet.
Contrary to what rule#7 at reads at the Street Performance Downtown Santa Cruz city website http://www.cityofsantacruz.com/index.aspx?page=1289 ("no commercial sales"), recent court decisions acknowledged by the City Attorney's office allow you to both sell and price tag your own original work (if written, audio, or video)--though this is not explicitly acknowledged (and not respected by some police).
The published decision is Steven C. White v. City of Sparks. It can be found at http://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-9th-circuit/1300114.html . There's a news story at http://www.firstamendmentcenter.org/no-license-needed-to-sell-art-in-parks-of-sparks-nev
The City's Street Performer website has also not been updated to indicate that a permit is required for any space more than 2' X 6' (not 4' X 6' as it now reads).
What you don't read in the latest cheery Street Performing Downtown Santa Cruz hand-out being passed on by police and hosts (from their unmarked HQ at 607 Front St.) is the alarming (and absurd) clarification that the 12 square feet is only 3 "sidewalk squares"--difficult for one performer with an instrument and its case, impossible for more than one.
MC 5.43.010 only limits "a display device for noncommercial use ON ANY PUBLIC SIDEWALK" [emphasis mine]-- so if the device itself doesn't sit on the sidewalk, but on you, it arguably isn't covered by the ordinance. So one alternative for performers is to attach a cup to your clothing and have no display device at all. Perhaps add a small sign "City law forbids me to place this cup on the sidewalk."
This has the additional benefit of arguably allowing you if you perform while standing to do it anywhere and everywhere and still get donations from those brave enough to approach. The 14' setbacks only apply to sitting, display devices placement, (and panhandling—which is explicitly defined differently than performing for donation).
I include below copies of the Permit Application, the Permit "Rules" from the City website, the Santa Cruz Performers Guidelines flyer being pushed by the Hosts and cops, and a flier that outlines the information I've outlined above.
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The site at http://www.cityofsantacruz.com/index.aspx?page=1289 has not been updated. So the sentence "The performance requires a space greater than 4 X 6 feet" has now been amended to read "greater than 2 X 6" or more accurately, 12 square feet.
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Shi 'n Pax, out on the town!
On Saturday, Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, 3, and her big brother Pax, 6, left the confines of the Venice palazzo they share with parents Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and four siblings.
Escorted by grandparents William and Jane Pitt (Brad's parents), the buddies enjoyed the spring sunshine as they hit the Italian city's famed Piazzo San Marco. Grandma and Grandpa Pitt have been staying with the brood at the $6.8 million palace since early last week.
Shiloh and Pax's mission that day: gelato, naturally!
The Jolie-Pitt kids have been enjoying local ice cream -- in cups and in cones -- ever since touching down in Venice in February as mom Angelina, 34, prepped to film The Tourist.
"Those kids will turn into gelato soon!" a source jokes to Us.


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This article was published 18/3/2014 (1251 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
A man recently hospitalized for measles in the Interlake attended events in Winnipeg while he was contagious.
According to a bulletin released by the office of chief public health officer Dr. Michael Routledge on March 14, the man, who is in his 40s, attended three public places in Winnipeg earlier in March, and those who were in these places who think they might have measles are encouraged to contact their health care provider or Health Links-Info Santé at 204-788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257 (toll-free).
The man was at the 204 Volleyball and Ice Time Sports 14-and-under tournament at Munroe and John Henderson junior high schools on March 8, the University of Manitoba volleyball tournament on March 9, and the Victoria Hospital emergency department on March 9 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. The man also attended the Manitoba Winter Games badminton tournament in Winkler on March 7 and 8 and the Selkirk General Hospital emergency department on March 10 at 7 p.m.
The symptoms of measles tend to appear with seven and 21 days of exposure. Symptoms may include fever, runny nose, drowsiness, irritability and red eyes, while small white spots may appear inside the mouth or on the throat. As the disease develops, a red blotchy rash begins on the face and will move on down the body. Complications including ear infections, diarrhea, pneumonia and encephalitis (brain inflammation) can result.
Measles, which can be life-threatening, is often more severe in infants and young children.


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Under its Lear4Ever program, Stevens Aviation is slated to deliver the first Learjet 35SE (Special Edition) next year. The mod includes the Universal 890R avionics suite, Rockwell Collins' AHC-1000 attitude and heading reference system and a new instrument panel. Options include the Universal UNS-1L FMS, class-A or -B TAWS, L-3 Skywatch, RVSM and Universal Vision 1–the first synthetic-vision system available for a Learjet, said Stevens.
In addition to a revamped cockpit, the Learjet 35SE comes with new paint and interior, in-flight entertainment, the Raisbeck ZR Lite drag-reduction system and aft fuselage locker, and Avcon Delta fins. Ramp, takeoff and landing weights all go up.
"We are taking the classic, time-tested Learjet 35 airframe and updating it with all of the latest cutting-edge technology to create the Learjet 35SE," said Ivan Wilson, v-p of engineering/certification and business development for Stevens Aviation. "With around seven hundred 30-series aircraft in operation, these are some of the most utilized and sought-after airframes in the world.
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One of the news items we missed posting separately about because of the transition to the new site was that 10 days ago the Titans re-signed free agent-to-be C/G Eugene Amano to a new 5 year, $25.7 million contract. Now, most NFL contracts give the player a signing bonus with a relatively small base salary up front and increasing base salaries over time.
The logic for this is pretty straightforward-the player wants a lot of money up front, and giving it to them in the form of a signing bonus allows it to be spread over the life of the contract, rather than hamstringing the team the year the contract was signed*. The player then gets increasingly large base salaries to ensure they remain motivated and don't look for another signing bonus windfall. Keith Bulluck's contract runs out in a few days is a good example of this-he received a base salary of $3.5 million in 2006, $4 million in 2007, $4.25 million in 2008, and $5.5 million in 2009.
*-One semi-exception to this was Aaron Rodgers' mid-season extension in 2008-he received a smaller signing bonus and a bump in his base salary to something like $23.7 million for the last 8 or 9 weeks of 2008 because the Packers had room on their cap and it was late enough in the year they knew exactly how much money they needed. So, he has the honor of having the highest base salary of any player in NFL history. Not the name you would've guessed, I bet. He didn't make nearly as much money in 2009, and his contract still followed the same general pattern.
Eugene Amano's contract, though, doesn't quite follow this pattern-he gets the signing bonus, but his highest base salary comes this year, in 2010. His base salary does go up from 2011 to 2014, so he still has the increase to motivate him, but he gets about half of his full contract in the first season. The reason for this goes to the current labor difficulties-with 2010 being an uncapped year, but 2011 and future years uncertain but quite possibly a lower cap, Amano's contract represents a good compromise between a player's interest in getting as much money as he can and the Titans' goal of maintaining a reasonable cost for a player going forward. Compare him, for instance, to Jake Scott-while Amano's contract is longer and higher per year, Amano's base salary in 2011 is about $2 million less and his overall cap cost that year is over $1.5 million less.
So, what does this mean for VY? The general expectation was that the Titans would look to negotiate an extension to avoid having to pay him the substantial roster bonus he's due soon after the start of the league year. But, bargaining in the face of uncertainty about the future, the Titans face two problems. First, determining what sort of contract VY should get-he probably top QB-type money like Eli Manning and Philip Rivers have received, but does he deserve Garrard-type money of the sort that made up the second tier or does he deserve the sort of third level contract Collins received? Second, even if you can decide which of the two lower tiers he belongs in, how do you figure out where that level is if you don't know where the salary cap will be in one year's time?
Taking this into account, it shouldn't come as much of a surprise the Titans are willing to pay the roster bonus and put off the decision for another year. As the #3 overall pick, he signed a 6 year contract, so he'll be around for 2011 even without a new extension and with free agency after 4 seasons. The risk the Titans are taking, though, is that any contract signed in 2011 will be more than they could have locked up VY for this year. Since that, though, would mean either an increase in the cap or VY playing at a particularly elite level, that seems like a risk the Titans should be willing to run.


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Whoops, it's been mentioned in this thread at the same time:
It's a tremendous relief to get official word! It would have been a serious problem had the postal service lost batches of mail, which is what I was worried about.
I wonder if Adsense Advisor reading of posts here partly contributed to the email being sent out reassuring people. To be perfectly honest if I was Google I would've sent that email out around the 31st January/ 1st February when I knew that all the cheques hadn't been posted yet. Then people would've been reassured. Keeping people in the dark just gets them scared and worried - as well as anxious... glad it's all resolved though now - although as a similar thing happened in November/ start of December my view of Google isn't what it once was.
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Never trust a corporate entity!
Actually, I'd trust Google a lot more than I'd trust some of the small businesses and individuals I've dealt with. I've never been stiffed by a major corporation, but I've had to jump through hoops (and, in one case, sue) small businesses for money that I've been owed.
On the other hand a big corporation can make in interest in one day by delaying payments by a day, the same amount a small organisation can make in a year by delaying all payments by 30 days.
Remember economies of scale!
Tanith, where does it say in the thread title or the first post that big corporations are the subject of this discussion?
Are you assuming their motivations based on your own perceptions of reality, doubting the sincerity of what they wrote, or are you just unaware of what they wrote?
Tanith, did you get the email with explanation that was sent out?
[edited by: Marcia at 2:02 am (utc) on Feb. 7, 2004]
I wonder if Adsense Advisor reading of posts here partly contributed to the email being sent out reassuring people.
Its Good that we have ASA to pass on our ideas or moans, but this should not need anybody's contribution, this is straight forward common sense, communicate with partners/customers and you will stop a lot of problems and unnecessary frustration.
These are basic business & life skills , fail with these then life tends to get and will be that bit harder, and this is the 2nd time in a short space time, that the lack off & delayed communication made the situation worse, and they have not done themselves any favours at all.
Seems the only thing Google can get right is on the web, (even that is now being questioned a lot now) But in normal business they seem to lack the basic understanding of customer skills and communication, fail with these 2 factors alone, it could mean a bumpy ride for any business not matter how big your are.
Tanith, where does it say in the thread title or the first post that big corporations are the subject of this discussion?
Google is a big corporation - Google delaying checks is the subject of the discussion. (my post was an answer to euorpoeforvisitors post)
Are you assuming their motivations based on your own perceptions of reality, doubting the sincerity of what they wrote, or are you just unaware of what they wrote?
Just pointing out that the longer they delay the checks the more money they make. 'doubting the sincerity' really covers it.
Tanith, did you get the email with explanation that was sent out?
On the other hand a big corporation can make in interest in one day by delaying payments by a day, the same amount a small organisation can make in a year by delaying all payments by 30 days.
However, to a large business a given amount of money is of less significance.
At today's interest rates, there is little to be gained by delaying payments. You have the added burden of handling e-mails and perhaps phone calls, all of which cost employee time (money).
I worked for a large corporation a few decades ago. When interest rates hit an all time high, they started delaying payments to suppliers. If a supplier told me he wouldn't ship what I had ordered until he was paid for his last invoice, I could call accounts payable and have a check sent. But these games stopped when interest rates decreased from their record levels. It just wasn't worth the trouble.
As an independent consultant now I do worry more about the small clients than the large ones. The large companies have bureaucracies run by people who won't profit personally but will have more headaches when things don't run exactly on time.
Most large companies pay exactly on-time. I sometimes have trouble with smaller ones. (One client was Enron, so there are exceptions).
If Google had a cash flow problem and had to cut back on payments, they could simply change and give us a smaller split of the revenues. We would not know and it would be perfectly legal.
I suspect that Google's problem is that their accounts payable operation (most of which is Adsense) has grown so fast they are having growing pains keeping up with the work. I would not expect that problem to last.
The point not mentioned is AdSense control panel's 'Payment History' shows payment sent on January 21st. I just thought the US Mail had bumbled again; nice of G to let us know about the delay IMO.
Nonetheless, conspiracy theories & G bashing noise on just about every freaking thread are forcing me to read posts mostly from those I know.
But I was really ticked when I received Google's e-mail last night.
That it took Google 7 days to communicate with its publishers is (tempered words here) very poor business practice. The fact is, Google was late with mailing payments as of January 31st at 12:00:01 a.m. The payment update e-mail should have gone out at 12:00:02 a.m. at the latest. I realize G is big on doing everything possible algorithmically, but doesn't anybody there know how to read a calendar?
(And yes, the 31st was a Sunday, so we can argue whether the checks should have been mailed a day or two earlier or a day later, but I don't want to get into that quibble right now. And, of course, G should have realized days earlier that payments were going to be late and taken action then.)
Then, add to that the fact that a Google representative was monitoring the payment thread, that the AdSense team did receive e-mail inquiries, that they were absolutely aware of the concerns and frustrations and you have a situation in which the 7 day delay in communicating is (again, tempered words), unacceptable from any good business point of view.
And, extrapolating from AdSenseAdvisor's "I've just been told the reason" [webmasterworld.com] comment it appears the AdSense team was as much in the dark as we were vis a vis the true payment situation until a couple of hours before the payment update e-mail. It just gets more flabbergasting and more muddled (more tempered words).
Google is going to have to get somebody into the AdSense team to incorporate some best practices, get communication up to par and let publishers know that they are an important part -- actually, the most important part -- of the AdSense business model.
But, I don't like their "payment history" saying check mailed on Jan 21 then receiving an email on Feb 6 (16 days later)that they have not mailed the check and that they are going to be late with payment.
Wonder if their earnings reports and SEC accounting practices as a public company will be as misleading and irradic?
If so, I may have second thoughts about trying to get any of their stock.
How fast could YOU update the words "Payment Sent" to "Payment Processed" then publish it to your site? 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20 Exactly.....you would be done by now!
While some of you may have disdain with Google over the delay, I'm happy to have the check... This is the first time I've ever actually been paid by a banner ad company. Horray for Google, I say...


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Many times throughout the winter, I simply want to roll out of bed and throw on the biggest sweatshirt I can find and begin my day in the freezing temperature. However, deep down every Fashionista/o will sacrifice the warmth to look a bit glamorous while going to class. Scarves, gloves and socks are always great additions to include in your wardrobe to help spice up a basic look. This season in particular, the trend of beanies has conquered many heads around campus. Beanies not only keep you warm and chic but are also festive throughout this season.
This Fashionista pairs a teal green beanie with a casual outfit to create an aura of coziness and glam. The teal color of the beanie expresses a seasonal flair, while the knitted texture helps balance out the weight for the upper-half of the ensemble. Beanies can help craft various outfits according to your own style, if they are incorporated the correct way. This Fashionista styles a beanie to create a cozy and casual look, which is a perfect outfit if you are running late for class! There is no true limit when it comes to styling a beanie, they can be worn with articles of clothing such as dresses, shorts, tights and pants. Depending on your style and comfort, beanies can be worn all year long and help spruce out an outfit anytime!
Although the cold weather can be very intimidating this time of year, no Fashionista/o should sacrifice their style or closet! Including small accessories such as beanies in your wardrobe can always help make a big difference with your outfit. So I challenge all you Fashionista/os to not limit yourself but set out and find a beanie with either a unique texture or color. In the end despite which beanie you prefer, you will be off to class in warmth and style!
Spotted: Anna Sui incorporating a beanie on the runway in their spring 2014 collection.


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St. Xavier's College, Ranchi is a Minority Educational Institution based on religion which is established and maintained by the Ranchi Jesuit Province of the Society of Jesus. The College is registered by the Ranchi Province under the local title 'Xavier's Ranchi' under the Society's Registration Act XXI of 1860.
The Society of Jesus is a Christian Religious Order founded by St. Ignatius Loyolo in 1540. Since its foundation, the Jesuit Order, inspired by a Gospel vision of human beings and their destiny, has contributed to the Christian service of education throughout the world . This vision drawn from the life and teachings of Jesus Chirst gives Jesuit educational institutions a recognizable character and sets before their management, staff, students, parents and the community high ideals of life and service which will inspire them continuously to strive to meet the emerging needs and challenges. St. Xavier's College is an educational institution, which strives to prepare men and women who will build a more just and humane world. It strives to attain an intellectual endeavour that focuses on critical and creative thinking, with the aim of social transformation. The College makes a preferential option for the marginalised mass and it seeks to give an all round formation, inculcating both human and spiritual values. Competence, compassion and commitment are the hallmarks of a human person we seek to encourage.
St. Xavier's College, Ranchi, is named after St. Francis Xavier, one of the founding members of the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits. A Jesuit saint of the 16th Century who travelled to India, Francis Xavier, born Francisco de Jasso y Azpilicueta (7 April 1506 – 3 December 1552) was a pioneering Roman Catholic missionary born in the Kingdom of Navarre (currently Spain-France) and co-founder of the Society of Jesus. He was a student of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and one of the first seven Jesuits, dedicated at Montmartre in 1534. He led an extensive mission into Asia, mainly in the Portuguese Empire of the time. He was influential in the spreading and upkeep of Catholicism most notably in India, but also ventured into Japan, Borneo, the Moluccas, and other areas which had thus far not been visited by Christian missionaries.Read More
62nd Executive committee of NAAC, held on January 5th 2013 has announced the reaccreditation
result of the St . Xavier's College, Ranchi and has accorded with a Grade 'A' and
Dept of Education with Grade 'B'. UGC has conferred on St. Xavier's college the
status of "College with potential for excellence" in 2015.
The institution is very much aware that the dimensions and quality of education
keeps on changing with time and quality cannot be assessed by a single yard stick.
Rather it can be monitored through the change in national and global trends in teaching
and research. It is important for any centre of higher education to know that true
service lies in imparting education, inculcating moral values and motivating young
minds towards research for the future not only of our country but of the entire
world. The NAAC has developed certain measures for continuous improvement of the
quality of higher education. Read More
Congratulations to all the undergraduates and postgraduate students on completion
of their studies at St. Xavier's College, Ranchi ! Your graduation marks the culmination
of all the hard work you have put through your life as a student. Enjoy it, savour
it and bask in the delight of achieving your goals. You have made us proud. College
opened your mind to a world of possibilities. Now open your mind to the impossible.
Life isn't too different from college. You'll face victories and defeats; you'll
make new friends and new enemies along the way; people who will support you, people
who will disown you. Read More
St. Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus was born in 1491, as the
last child of a large Basque family of Spain. The name of Loyola came from the ancestral
castle that was the family heritage of St. Ignatius. According to the traditions
of his family, Ignatius was trained to arms and to the etiquette of court life.
He was badly wounded in a battle with France. As he lay convalescing at Loyola,
he read the Gospel Narratives and the Lives of saints and was inspired to follow
Christ by giving up all worldly ambition and trappings of power and embracing a
life of poverty, sacrifice and service after the example of these saintly mentors.
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Ever since its creation, the Ranchi Jesuit Society is engaged in multiple ministries—education,
pastoral, social justice, human and tribal rights, spirituality, etc. As of now
there are 10 Commissions trying to take the mission-vision of the Province forward.
In the last few decades Ranchi Province has undergone a transformation from a mission
province to a missionary province and spread its wings in Africa, Cambodia, Egypt,
Guyana and Israel. In the Indian sub-continent itself, Ranchi Province has expanded
to Assam and the Andamans. The Province has some presence in national and international
houses. The India Desk is also trying to consolidate the relationship between Ranchi
and Belgian Provinces. The efforts for the beatification of Father Constant Lievens
are in progress. Read More
St. Xavier's College, Ranchi enjoys a favorite place in Jharkhand for pursuing higher
Education. It is the most popular and sought after college for students. In the
year 2005 the college was granted autonomy and in 2006 college was accorded by the
UGC with Potential for Excellence status.
In a few years from now, St. Xavier's
College will become deemed university or Unitary university. The project of the
government of India, particularly the Ministry of Human Resource Development under
"Rastriya Uchchtar Shiksha Abjiyan" will grant deemed university status. In view
of future university status, the college is planning to build 7 stories building.
The project includes- Academic Block, Administrative Block, Girl's Hostel and a
Guest House. The donors can sponsor one or more than one classrooms or conferences
room. The college will respect the intentions of donors and name the class rooms
as per the wish and desire of the donors. Those who donate small amount, even their
names will figure in a plaque among the list of donors. The project is likely to
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For further information on voter registration and other election information topics, you may wish to visit the Virginia State Board of Elections Website.
For polling places and addresses, click here.
Mission: To ensure that all eligible Surry County Citizens are properly registered to vote and to serve the voters of Surry County in the most efficient, effective and friendly manner possible.
The Voter Registrar provides all voter registration services and maintains all voter records. If there is a change in any location of polling places or a person's voting status, the Registrar is responsible to notify the voter. This office is responsible for carrying out the directives of the State Board of Elections, the Virginia Code of Elections and the County Electoral Board.
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To register to vote in Virginia, you must be a United States citizen, be a resident of Virginia, be 18 years old by the next general election, and had your rights restored if you have ever been convicted of a felony or declared mentally incapacitated. A voter application must be fully completed to be eligible to vote in Virginia. You may request a voter registration application or an absentee application from the Registrarís office in person or by mail. Voter registration applications are also available at any DMV office, the Department of Social Services, or Health Department.
Once the Registrar receives your completed application, it will be reviewed and if everything is filled out properly, a voter card will be mailed to you. The voter card will have your name, address, the name and address of your polling place, and the election district in which you are eligible to vote. If you should move, change your name, or if any information is incorrect on your card, please notify this office so you may continue to be a registered voter of Surry County.
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Persons who are registered in Surry County may vote by absentee ballot if they have a disability or illness, expect to be away on business, on vacation, attending college, employed outside the United States, or in the military. You may obtain an absentee ballot for absentee voting from the Registrar's office.
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University Avenue Elementary School staff and faculty continue to prepare for the school's 50th anniversary celebration that's set for Saturday, Sept. 29.
The six-member volunteer committee that's planning the event meets Friday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. and again Monday, Aug. 20 at 11 a.m.
Both committee meetings will be at the school.
Last year, University Avenue Elementary became District 11's first and only aviation and aeronautics specialty school.
University Avenue ACES (Aerospace, Children's Engineering and Science) now offers kindergarten through fifth-grade students hands-on aerospace and engineering learning at many levels.
Thanks to partnerships with the Anoka County-Blaine Airport, the Jackson Observatory (housed at Jackson Middle School), NASA, the Science Museum of Minnesota, the Space Foundation and the Civil Air Patrol, University Avenue ACES students participate in field trips that are designed to enhance and enrich their classroom lessons.
Prior to the start of the 2011-2012 academic year, a 7,000 square-foot addition to the existing University Avenue Elementary School building was completed.
The addition includes a new cafeteria space, a science lab, space for art and music classes, offices and rooms for supplemental on-site school programs.
The planning committee is accepting new members and is looking for school memorabilia, said Debbie Blatz, University ACES volunteer coordinator.
"We are looking for yearbooks, photos, class lists, shirts and anything with the school name and logo on it. We also need school historical dates."
University ACES first opened its doors to students in 1961 with the capacity to hold 980 students in kindergarten to sixth grade.
Charles Albro was the inaugural principal. He held the position for many years.
Other previous principals included Paul Tinquist, J. Anne Hennessey, Bonnie Johnson and Tamera Vanoverbeke. Anissa Cravens is the school's current principal. "We know of two of the principals who are planning to attend the celebration," Blatz said.
University Avenue's longest serving teacher or staff member is third-grade teacher Barb Karst. "This year will be her 44th year at the school," Blatz said.
If you would like to receive an event invitation or have pictures or memorabilia to share, contact Blatz at 763-506-4530 or e-mail her [email protected].
Tim Hennagir is at [email protected]