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By Brian Albright, Business Solutions magazine.
As merchants and customers in a wide range of verticals search for ways to improve customer service and speed cash flow, mobile point of sale (POS) systems have become a common sight in restaurant and quick service retail applications, as well as in the airline industry and at stadiums and other venues. Field service and sales applications in verticals like plumbing, landscaping, maintenance, and cable and telecommunications have also deployed mobile POS technology.
"These professions have benefited by being able to 'close the sale' when in front of the customer while also saving the time, hassle, and expense of collecting a check payment afterward," says Greg Hammermaster, president of Sage Payment Solutions. "Some service professionals had gone to the expense of buying a mobile credit card terminal to carry with them; so implementing mobile POS capabilities on their phone can save hundreds of dollars a year."
Integrated POS solutions for mobile applications are opening up new opportunities for VARs and integrators to expand their offerings for existing and new clients. "VARs can improve their sales by becoming the 'go-to-expert' about mobile security and ways to use mobile technology as a value-added feature," says Marianne Rocco, director of marketing and communications at Merchant Warehouse. "If customers need a POS upgrade, a mobile solution can be a good start to the conversation."
One of the most significant trends in the mobile POS space has been the emergence of Apple as a strong competitor via the iPad and iPhone. "Over the last decade the technology industry has failed miserably to provide an effective and affordable tablet computing solution," says Michael Paycher, president of SoftTouch. "Apple is largely credited with overcoming the shortfalls of the traditional Windows-based tablet PC through their operating system specifically designed for touch-based ergonomics."
Google's Android platform also has made inroads in this market. "The Android platform that is prevalent on many smartphones and tablets allows developers to integrate the mobile payment solutions very quickly and bring them to market expediently," says Alex Doan, director of information technology at PayFirst Solutions.
Emerging operating systems platforms have led to fragmentation of the mobile POS market, which has made it more challenging to provide a consistent customer experience. Deploying these applications is also more complex, because of the variety of mobile devices (and OS options) that may be involved in an installation.
Regardless of the operating system, a mobile POS solution has to be secure, and must meet the requirements of the Payment Card Industry (PCI) data security standards. Security of credit card information is a critical concern for both merchants and their customers. Although PCI has only offered limited guidance on mobile POS solutions, ensuring that a merchant's wireless network is properly secured and that data is encrypted will prevent data breaches and mitigate any compliance issues.
Beyond security, VARs have to be sensitive to the operational changes that can be necessary to successfully implement mobile POS. Moving the checkout process away from the counter may require a number of process controls; you simply can't replicate the desktop workflow on a mobile device.
Keep the end user experience in mind while providing tight integration with the existing POS infrastructure and a robust mobile device management solution. Staff training is also critical. "Simply making mobile POS available won't inspire behavior changes in store personnel," Vlugt says. "Training should take place to learn how to use equipment and how this new way of consultative selling improves the experience for both the consumer and the store associate."


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If you're traveling, it's good to know which modes of transportation are the most best for stoners.
MODE: Bicycle
COST: Free
ADVANTAGE: You get high and fit at the same time.
COMFORT: Except for the seat digging a new hole in your butt, you glide effortlessly.
GETTING HIGH: Hard to light a joint while gliding effortlessly, unless you're a circus performer.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Hello, Mr. Asphalt!
OUR ADVICE: Light the joint – then ride.
MODE: Bus
COST: Moderately priced, but considering the discomfort, you should get paid for riding with them!
ADVANTAGE: Readily available to practically anywhere
COMFORT: Bus fumes, motion sickness, serial killers sitting next to you. Comfort?
GETTING HIGH: Smelly restrooms may mask your toking. But there's the possibility you may pass out from the odor.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Passengers rat you out. You're forced to toss your stash out the window.
OUR ADVICE: Vapor pens or one-hitters only!
MODE: Limousine
COST: Depends on how far and how long you wanna party like a rock star.
ADVANTAGE: You're a sudden VIP and the world is your oyster.
COMFORT: Get a limo with a hot tub. If the windows are tinted, get naked!
GETTING HIGH: Be sure to make the chauffeur your new best friend.
RISK FACTOR: Drive safely. Only the driver can ruin your party. Are you sure he's cool?
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: You've gotten the chauffeur totally wasted. And you're hopelessly lost!
OUR ADVICE: Don't act like an asshole just because you're in a limo. Be cool when you're high!
MODE: Your own boat.
COST: You own a boat?
ADVANTAGE: Hard to get busted for smoking a joint on the open seas.
COMFORT: Supreme – unless you encounter a sequel to The Perfect Storm.
GETTING HIGH: You, the sky and the water. You feel like Kate Winslet in Titanic. Pure bliss!
RISK FACTOR: Just your sanity — if you forget a lighter.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: A Coast Guard raid finds the 300 pounds you were smuggling.
OUR ADVICE: Smoke – don't smuggle! Where you gonna run to?
MODE: Cruise Ship
COST: You decide. What's it worth to be stranded for a week on a ship with no power and bathrooms that don't work with 1,500 other passengers?
ADVANTAGE: Practically none. You can try toking up in your keyhole of a room. Security cameras and ship staff negate on-deck toking.
GETTING HIGH: Be discreet. If you do attempt to toke on deck, smoke at the stern so the smoke trails away with your ship's wake.
RISK FACTOR: You forget which end of the ship is the stern.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Pirates. Or another Gulf War breaks out and your cruise ship is mistaken for an enemy battleship.
OUR ADVICE: Cruise ships have proved to be no carnival. Don't tell us we didn't warn you!
MODE: Train
COST: Worth the price. Read on.
COMFORT: Just fine, if your engineer knows to slow down on curves or at stations! Otherwise, a smooth ride.
GETTING HIGH: Amtrak has these cool, ceiling restroom vents that absolutely suck up the smoke if you exhale directly into them in a controlled fashion.
RISK FACTOR: Lock that door!
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Was that my stop?
OUR ADVICE: All aboard! Space out on the lovely scenery rolling by.
MODE: Airlines
COST: Who can tell? Price is based on the whim of the industry.
COMFORT: Hahahahahahahahahahaha…
GETTING HIGH: Vapor pens only. If you can get one on the plane, go for it! But little sips only!
RISK FACTOR: As high as it gets. The Feds seems to frown on toking in the air.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: You're led away in chains when the plane lands.
OUR ADVICE: Pop an edible before boarding.
MODE: Private Plane
COST: We bet you smoke only the best buds, right?
COMFORT: Heavenly.
GETTING HIGH: This is the other Mile High Club that we wanna join!
RISK FACTOR: Your Dom Perignon spills on your Gucci sneakers.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: The force of gravity makes itself known for a final time.
OUR ADVICE: Please invite us along.
MODE: Rickshaw
COST: Negotiable.
COMFORT: As long as there are no potholes or monsoons, not too bad.
GETTING HIGH: Verboten!
RISK FACTOR: You're in Singapore, you moron! Do you want life in prison?
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Death by caning.
OUR ADVICE: You're still asking for advice?
MODE: Skateboard
COST: Expect to pay over $100 for a quality board.
COMFORT: Depends on your skill level. Expect some collisions with pavement in the beginning.
GETTING HIGH: Not a problem. Actually it's required.
RISK FACTOR: Everyone assumes you're high or have got pot.
WORST-CASE SCENARIO: Cops often seem to lack empathy for skateboarders.
OUR ADVICE: Try not to mouth off to them – too much.

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I think you need to post this in the DIY forum. Several of the regular participants are professional perfumers, and even the hobbyists are very knowledgable.
I have been reading these forums and decided I finally need to register to ask some specific advice.
I have been making my own bath and cosmetic products for a little over a year now, and I am interested in procuring Santalum album (EI Sandalwood) oil in bulk as I understand it is a scarce commodity and may not be reliably available in the future. Towards this end I have obtained several samples of EO that are advertised as genuine S. album oil.
I am a complete novice when it comes to scents. I obtained a sample of Eden Botanical's "Sandalwood, Rare" to use as a reference when judging lower-cost oils, as I understand that Eden has a very high reputation for quality. I have been impressed with Liberty Natural's "Mysore" Sandalwood. I contacted them after evaluating their sample with my novice nose against Eden's sample. Liberty assured me that their Mysore Sandalwood was distilled in 2012, and comes from the Mysore region of Karnataka state in India, but they were not able to provide me with GC analysis for the batch. I find this highly suspicious, though my nose can detect only the most subtle difference between Liberty's Mysore Sandalwood, and Eden's Rare Sandalwood (I'm wearing them both right now).
I have gathered from readings online that Liberty's customer service is very good though their quality can be variable. Here is where I ask for advice: If I were to obtain a bulk quantity of Liberty's "Mysore" oil and have my own GC test done on it, do you think Liberty would be willing to accept a return on the oil if it doesn't comply to established GC reference for S. album oil? Do you have a recommendation as to where to have a GC test performed? Do you think I should even doubt the authenticity of Liberty's product?
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I think you need to post this in the DIY forum. Several of the regular participants are professional perfumers, and even the hobbyists are very knowledgable.
I would be very suspicious of anything that claimed to be genuine Indian sandalwood distilled in 2012. As far as I am aware Indian Sandalwood become virtually unobtainable long before that. Before spending your money buying the sandalwood and having it analysed by GC, why not ask the suppliers if they would be happy with you doing that, and would be prepared to give you your money back if the analysis proved that the oil wasn't Sandalwood. I can imagine their response! If an Essential Oils supplier is not prepared to provide a GC analysis, you are right to be suspicious.
The DIY forum would answer all your questions.


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Dear Family Advisor
My mother's new husband is so cheap that he won't provide the care she needs.
Last updated: Jul 06, 2010
My dad died about five years ago, and Mom remarried within the year. She's now recovering from a bad fall that broke her pelvis in three places. She needs assistance getting down the stairs, bathing, and going to therapy, but her husband (who's 10 years younger) seems to be more concerned with keeping his money in the bank than giving her the help she needs.
My siblings and I have rearranged our schedules so that we can take her to her appointments and run errands, but we all work full time. I feel like her husband is using us to do things that a loving spouse should do.
I wonder if we weren't helping out whether he'd hire someone -- or just let Mom do without. It makes me worry about her future needs. Do I need to be nice to him in order for Mom to get better care?
How nice you need to be to your mom's husband to improve her care isn't the core issue here. It's whether your mom can say what she wants and needs, both to you and to him.
Start by trying to look at the situation from her point of view. It may not be the marriage she enjoyed with your dad, but maybe it fills a void in her life. You can't judge her husband for not reacting the way your dad might have. It's a different kind of marriage, as difficult as that can be to accept. Is your mom happy? Do these things that bother you bother her? Does she feel the need to defend him to her children "" which may make her feel caught in the middle?
Just because our parent marries again doesn't mean we always like the new spouse or bond with him or her. Parents remarry for lots of reasons -- love (hopefully), companionship, financial security, or simply not wanting to be alone.
When you're alone with her, tell her that you and your siblings are doing your best to help out, but you feel she needs more care than you're able to give while you're working full time. Ask her what she honestly thinks she needs -- from each of you, including her husband. At first, she may say, "not a thing," but keep gently nudging her.
To help her express how she really feels, play a game with her. I call it, "You know what I want?" Go back and forth, each sharing one thing that you really want (pedicure, banana split, your boss to listen to you, your kids to take the trash out the first time you ask). The longer you keep it going, the deeper it goes, and the more you open up about your life, the more she's apt to share about hers.
Let her talk; and listen, but don't judge. She needs to feel comfortable enough to vent.
Your mom may not feel close to her husband and not know how to say what she needs. She may feel uncomfortable about being older than him and having a health crisis she wasn't expecting. Maybe this marriage isn't working out -- many second marriages don't -- but she may be afraid to admit she jumped too soon. We never know for sure what's going on in someone else's relationship.
If she mentions problems in her marriage, remind her gently that she always has a choice -- that it's okay if she needs to change her life. Reassure her that you know she'd want you to do what's right for you if you needed to make a change.
Meanwhile, nicely share with your mother's husband what you and your siblings can do to supplement your mother's care. Will there be gaps? Probably. But you can't rescue your mother. She has to find her own voice and strength. She may even need to get angry.
Love her, and be an inspiration to her by speaking up courageously when you need to in your own life. Remind her that only she has the power to create her own life, and that involves stating her needs loudly and clearly. You can listen, encourage, and help out -- but you can't orchestrate her life.
- Dad Has Dementia and I Find Myself Lying to Him More and More. The Guilt is Killing Me!
- My mom wants me to drive her on her dates!
- I Can't Seem to Get Over the Grief and Shock of Finding Out My Husband Has Alzheimer's.
- Transitioning Mom's Care: How to Make a Smooth Shift Emotionally and Physically
- My Cousin Refuses to Believe That His Mother is Facing Worse Problems Than Just "Old Age."
- My brother is bent out of shape because he wasn't named executor of our parent's estate -- I was.
- Caring for a Parent and Child at the Same Time
- How to Coordinate Caregiving Finances With Siblings
- Dad's in hospice and I'm afraid this is our last Christmas together -- but my brother isn't even planning to come into town!
- Mom is Jealous of Dad's Care Aide!


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We all deserve a happy ending. Don't we?
A virgin author, needing support to get her life story noticed. Please help in this process with your kind donation.
I've been writing my story for quite a few years, it is only quite recently that I found where I wanted it to end, which is a difficult task with a biography. I have a completed first draft, but I know it needs some work, I am under no illusion that it needs quite a few hours of work, someone to pull it all together with me. And oh boy my grammar is terrible, when you read the book you'll see school was not my strong point. I need funding to have it professionally edited as well as a cover designing, then the publishing (eek).
My story tells of how I have battled depression, coupled with alcohol abuse, damaging relationships and being a single parent. Now, we all deserve a happy ending, right? Many assume that happy endings come in the guise of finding the right man and living happily ever after, and some hold out for the knight in shining armour, I came to realise instead, that my happy ending consists of me finally realising I'm ok, and that I rather quite like who I have become. Only I was able to create my happy ending.
I hope that those that read my book will find comfort in knowing they're not alone through depression, they're not alone through abusive relationships and there is light at the end of the tunnel (cliche I know).
I was looking for my knight, instead I looked in the mirror and realised my rescuer was with me all along. ME!


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Day 1: Arrival Harare. Guests arrive and check in at hotel afternoon. Options available are the lion and the cheetah park and the botanical gardens. Dinner and overnight Cresta lodge.
Day 2: Harare. Depart hotel after breakfast for a full day tour of the Sunshine city and the surroundings. The tour will take guests to the Harare Kopje, Africa unity square, paliament buildings, heroes acre and Mbare Musika. The day will end with a drive through the residential areas of the capital. Dinner and overnight Cresta lodge.
Day 3: Nyanga eastern highlands. Depart Harare after breakfast for Nyanga with a lunch stop on the way. Arrive and check in at hotel. Dinner has been arranged at another hotel after dinner guests have an option to go to the casino at Monticlair hotel. Overnight at rhodes Nyanga hotel.
Day 4: Nyanga eastern highlands. Depart after breakfast on a full day tour of the surroundings. Tour will take guests the Pungwe Mtarazi Nyangombe falls, Tonga village, Pungwe drift, Honde view and the highest mountain in Zimbabwe mount Nyangani. Back at hotel. Dinner and overnight at Rhodes Nyanga hotel.
Day 5: Great Zimbabwe. Depart after breakfast for great Zimbabwe a lunch stop will be made on the way. The route is very scenic and stops will be made on the way. Arrive Great Zimbabwe and check in at lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge at ancient city.
Day 6: Great Zimbabwe. Depart the hotel after breakfast for a full day tour of the surroundings. The tour will take guests to the 3 monuments namely hill complex, valley complex and the great enclosure. Lunch will be at a local lodge and after lunch guests will proceed to the lake Mtirikwi game park on a game drive, chances of rhino sights are fair in this park. Dinner and overnight at the lodge at ancient city.
Day 7: Bulawayo and Matopos. Morning at leisure with opportunity of shopping available. Depart great Zimbabwe around mid-morning for Bulawayo. A stop at the Chipangali wildlife orphanage will be made before reaching Bulawayo. Check in Byo Rainbow. Dinner and overnight at Bulawayo Rainbow hotel.
Day 8: Bulawayo and Matopos. Guests will be picked up after breakfast for a full day tour of Matopos. Tour will take guests to the bushman paintings, worlds view (Rhodes Grave) and a local game park. Lunch will be at a local lodge. Back at hotel and depart for dinner at a local restaurant (Nebsitt Castle). Back at hotel and overnight at Bulawayo Rainbow.
Day 9: Bulawayo. After breakfast guests will depart for a tour of the city of kings. Tour will take guests to the natural history museum, railway museum, art gallery, art and craft center and other highlights of the city depart for Hwange national park in the late afternoon. Arrive Hwange and check in at lodge. Dinner and overnight at Sikumi Tree lodge.
Day 10: Hwange national park. Early departure for a game drive in one of the great game parks in africa Hwange national park. Big game can be seen here and chances of seeing the rare painted wild dog higher than elsewhere, sights on the vast teak forests are certain back at lodge for breakfast. Afternoon at leisure with an option of a village tour around midday. Depart in the late afternoon for another game drive in Hwange national park/option of night drives back at lodge. Dinner and overnight at Hwange safari lodge.
Day 11: Hwange national park/ Victoria falls. Depart early in the morning for a game drive. Back at lodge for breakfast followed by departure for Victoria falls. Arrive Victoria falls after lunch check in at the Rainbow hotel. Depart for a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambez river; drinks, beer, wine, champagne and snacks are available. Back to hotel and dinner at the hotel.
Day 12: Victoria Falls. Depart after breakfast for a guided tour of the falls ;big tree and craft market. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at the Boma restaurant; this will be a buffet dinner. Overnight at rainbow hotel.
Optional activities:
- Elephant riding
- Helicopter flights
- Walking with lions
- Village tour
- Bunji jumping
- Gorge swing, etc.
Day 13: Victoria falls and Chobe. Depart in the morning after breakfast for Chobe national park. Go on a boat cruise for 3 hours on the Chobe river. Lunch at a local lodge. After lunch go on a 3hr game drive in the Chobe national park. After game drive drive back to Victoria falls. This is the last day of touring and guests will be taken to the Victoria falls hotel for dinner at the Livingstone restaurant (dress formally). Back at hotel after dinner. Overnight at Rainbow hotel.
Day 14: Victoria falls. This day will be a transfer day and guests will be taken to the airport according to their flight times.
Basis: Dinner, bed and breakfast. Lunch is included only when stated.
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Towson University in Northeastern Maryland offers transfer students the flexibility to pursue a four-year degree after they complete an associate's degree at a community college. Located on the grounds of Harford Community College, the new building offers state-of-the-art classrooms, labs and educational resources.
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Towson University in Northeastern Maryland
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Introduction to Establishing an Internship Program
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Introduction to Establishing an Internship Program
Is your business or organization interested in learning how to build an internship? The Richland Community Development Group (RCDG) invites you to a free information session on the advantages of engaging college interns in your business.
The event will be held October 30, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, 890 West Fourth Street, Suite 600, Mansfield, Ohio 44906.
Talk with educators, students and employers who have realized the personal and community benefits of offering internships.
* What is an internship and how would my organization benefit?
* How do I find the resources to design an internship program?
* Finding an intern candidate.
* Making the most of the internship program.
Presenters scheduled to participate include:
* Kelly Blay - VP & General Manager, CenturyLink
* Dr. Khushwant Pittenger - Professor of Business & Economics, Ashland University
* Monty Friebel - President, Cooper Enterprises
* Tim Bowersock - Economic Development Director, City of Mansfield
* Glenna Cannon - Superintendent, Pioneer Career & Technology Center
* Current and Former student interns
This event is free and open to any area business. It is part of the Richland Community Development Group's effort to impact the workforce issues of our area and is funded in part by a grant from the Richland County Foundation. RCDG is a non-profit organization working to improve the economic vitality of the community. The website is www.ChooseRichland.com. To register for this event, please contact Roberta Perry at email@example.com or call 419-755-7234.
890 West Fourth Street, Suite 600
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The singlet excited-state lifetime of a terpyridyl platinum(II) pentynyl complex was determined to be by fitting femtosecond transient absorption data, the triplet excited-state lifetime was found to be by fitting nanosecond transient absorption decay data, and the triplet quantum yield was measured to be 0.16. A ground-state absorption cross section of at was deduced from UV-vis absorption data. Excited-state absorption cross sections of (singlet) and (triplet) were obtained by using a five-level dynamic model to fit open-aperture Z scans at picosecond and nanosecond pulse widths and a variety of pulse energies.
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Hamilton's future after the fire
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:53:02 GMT —
The fire marshal has still not announced the cause of last week's fire in Hamilton.
The fire broke out at 2:30 p.m. last Tuesday and displaced eleven families and five businesses.
The January Hamilton fire left many businesses and families displaced leaving some of them unknown about their future.
"Unfortunately for most of the people except for us and Ray Bradley were uninsured. So at this time were not sure about what's going to happen with the debris and rubble," said Mayor Stephen Woodruff.
"You know it's something when you drive down Broadway that it is, you know it's just not there no more," said Lacy Helenthal owner of Lacy's Beauty Salon.
Most of the displaced families from the fire have been relocated to new homes, as for the businesses that's a different story.
"At this point they're still unsure of our building and if they would take that down, it would be almost the whole block so you're talking about two buildings left out of almost eight, so not a very good ratio," said Mayor Woodruff.
Some of the businesses affected by the fire temporarily relocated. Mayor Woodruff owns two of those businesses.
He moved them and his sister's beauty salon, also hit by the fire into an antique shop he owns. Despite having to relocate his sister Helenthal feels lucky.
"You know I know the one guy that was beside us had a business and not only that he has his apartment up there," said Helenthal. "So he lost a place to live and a business and I still got to go home and sleep in a bed at night and have clothes. I can't imagine if anybody else losing all that stuff, so yes I'm very grateful for all that," she said.
The fire has devastated many residents in Hamilton, but Mayor Woodruff hopes to put the past behind them and to look forward into the future.
"We're trying to look real positive as a city and look at what we can do as a city and what kind of things are out there to be more accessible to help us out," said Mayor Woodruff.
Mayor Woodruff said he hopes the city is able to gather some grant money so that they can clean up the debris to possibly sell the land to build a bigger and stronger downtown Hamilton.
(Story by KHQA's Kristen Aguirre.)


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With the start of the 2012 high school football season less than two weeks away, now is a great time to see what Sonny Moore Computer Power Ratings have to say about the upcoming season.
With the start of the Tennessee high school football season only nine days away, the Rockwood Tigers got in a lot of valuable time Friday by participating in a five-way scrimmage at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville.
East Tennessee Preservation Alliance is now accepting nominations for the 2012 East Tennessee Preservation Awards, given annually for outstanding contributions to historic preservation in the 16-county region.
These awards will be presented at the awards banquet in conjunction with the East Tennessee Preservation Conference on Nov. 9 in Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts in Gatlinburg.
We enjoyed a nice visit with our son David and wife, Wanda, who came to visit Friday evening.
We were talking about how much fun it was to stay at Fickey's Store and buy candy and gum or little lollipops.
The bus driver would let children get off long enough for him to go over the bridge and pick up other children and turn around and come back for those who had got off at the store to get back on.
Roane County Extension and Roane County Health Department have partnered to offer Take Charge of Your Diabetes, a six-week class that starts Aug. 8.
"This class can be the turning point between enduring everyday life and enjoying everyday life," said Donna Raines of Roane County Health Department.
The class, a $1,200 value, is offered free. Call Roane County Health Department at 354-1220, Ext. 108, to sign up
Participants will be taught to:
• Manage your symptoms
Editor's Note: Readers are cautioned that some names may be the same as, or similar to, other members of the community.
July 27 — Michael Jayson Barnes, 36, 234 Wind Crest Lane, Harriman: public intoxication, bail with conditions. Total bond $1,500; court date Sept. 24.
• Jennifer Ann Pollard, 27, 510 Tate St., Rockwood: driving on revoked/suspended license. Bond $3,000; court date Aug. 20.
Editor's Note: Readers are cautioned that some names may be the same as, or similar to, other members of the community.
June 15 — Dan D. King, financial responsibility law, display of registration plates, speeding.
• Whitney S. Sexton, financial responsibility law, speeding. Dismissed.
• William D. Sloan, speeding. Dismissed, on cost and traffic school.
• Barbara S. Standridge, registration expired, speeding. Dismissed.
Teachers from Roane County Schools stock up annually during the Teachers Supply Closet, and the public is
encouraged to donate to the cause this year.
Items frequently needed for classrooms include pencils, pens, staplers and staples, three-hole punchers, crayons, ruled writing paper, hand sanitizer, paper towels, markers, scissors, tape, tissues, glue sticks, sticky note pads, construction paper, rubber bands, folders, Band-Aids, tennis balls, binders, calculators and backpacks.
Two Tusculum College students from Kingston were awarded their degrees during spring commencement.
Amber K. Collins graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in organizational management with
a concentration in financial management.
Students graduating with a 3.75-3.94 grade-point average received magna cum laude honors.
Collins was a member of the Omicron-Psi National Honor Society.
Jennifer Rose Boltin was awarded a bachelor's degree in Bible with emphasis in general studies during Pensacola Christian College's recent commencement.
She is the daughter of Bobby Boltin of Harriman.
Pensacola Christian College is in Pensacola, Fla.
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The Roane County News is your source for local news, sports, events, and information in Roane County and Kingston, Tennessee, and the surrounding area.


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"THIS IS BURLESQUE" STARRING MURRAY HILL & ANGIE PONTANIDecember 17, 2007 - by CityGuide News
NEW YORK, NY - Corio proudly presents a dazzling new weekly revue, This is Burlesque. With a nod to the speakeasy era, downtown "King of Comedy" Murray Hill, neo-burlesque star Angie Pontani, The WorldFamous Pontani Sisters and others deliver a stage show like no other in an intimate lounge atmosphere – creating a total New York nightlife experience. Performances began October 11, 2007 and the show has been drawing wildly diverse capacity crowds ever since.
This is Burlesque is an uproarious and racy evening, with bodacious beauties and sultry singers taking center stage. Set to swingin' music, the show features performances by legendary host and renowned comedian Murray Hill, the Italian Stallionette and reigning Miss Cyclone Angie Pontani, the tapping tornado Helen Pontani, the delinquent darling of burlesque and the fastest tassel twirler from east to west Peekabo Pointe, The World Famous Pontani Sisters and the divine songstress Melody Sweets, with frequent guest appearances by fabulous downtown favorites. Harking back to boozy speak-easy nights, Tin Pan Alley and vaudeville, this show pays homage to the magic and roots of burlesque. After years of touring and starring in numerous productions, Murray Hill and Angie Pontani join forces in show that really packs a punch – This is Burlesque. No two shows are alike, as Murray Hill's signature improvisation runs wild and the performers get up close and personal with the audience each night – delivering top-caliber acts in a truly intimate environment. And this show literally raises the bar on entertainment, with the shots flowing freely at an on-stage bar during intermission.
As New York nightlife continues to struggle with cabaret laws, an influx of mega-clubs and other challenges, Corio provides a much-needed nightlife alternative. It offers an upscale, intimate setting that is also comfortable and fun – where guests aren't hassled with velvet ropes or pretentious policies. This venue delivers something vital and new: a total nightlife experience where audiences can revel in the atmosphere and be dazzled by the show. Murray Hill "the hardest-working middle-age man in show business" is a beloved entertainer, personality, newsmaker, comedian and host. He tirelessly performs in shows, films, videos, comedy clubs and on TV in his native New York and around the world. His smash-hit The MurrayHill Show, "a New York institution" (The New York Times), played over 5 sold-out years. Currently, he can be seen strutting his stuff in The Gossip video for "Listen Up" and this past year was on national TV (LOGO) with his segment "Year-end Review in Showbiz." He has performed for Penelope Cruz & Pedro Almodovar, hosted an Antony & The Johnsons concert, enjoyed a cameo in John Cameron Mitchell's Shortbus, performed two SRO nights at London's Bloomsbury Ballroom and was inducted into PAPER Magazine's Nightlife Hall of Fame. He has produced, written and starred in sold-out theatrical runs, including his infamous annual holiday show A Murray LittleChristmas and performed comedy at The Upright Citizens Brigade, Madison Square Garden, Gotham Comedy Club, Comix and headlined Murray on Broadway at the legendary Caroline's. In summer 2005, Murray made his West End/UK debut in a 4-week run. He also appeared in Montreal in a run at the Just for Laughs Theater. Honors: Fly Life Award (2007), Glammy Award (2007), GO
Magazine award and named OUT Magazine's Top Performer of the Year, and "Best of New York" by The Village Voice, PAPER Magazine, GO Magazine and New York Magazine. Bedazzled Brooklyn Bombshell Angie Pontani is one of today's most sought after burlesque performers. Her classic style, contemporary edge, impeccable costuming, choreography and physique make her the "go-to gal" on the scene. She has performed her signature acts around the world – from Scotland to Spain, Australia to Amsterdam, and Coney Island to Los Angeles. Angie wows audiences everywhere she goes, and has attracted high-profile fans such as Sting, Anthony Kiedis, Taryn Manning and Adriana Lima. Beyond her stage work, Angie has proven herself a bombshell with brains, producing hundreds of events including The Burlesque-a-Pades national tour, the annual New York Burlesque Festival and co-producing The Holiday Pageant and the international 1960s-themed Twist Party Tour, among others. She has created custom acts & productions for Target, Dos Equis, The Venetian Las Vegas, The Fox 5 Super Bowl Party, sexualwellbeing.com, Queer Eye For the Straight Guy, The Esquire House and more.
Angie has appeared on national TV's "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and the new hit "Gossip Girl" and penned columns for Allure and Cosmopolitan. Recently, she starred in the Italian short "The World Famous Pontani Sisters" which premiered at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival and was awarded Italy's David di Donatello Award. In 2007, Angie was awarded the title "Miss Cyclone" in honor of the Coney Island landmark and was chosen to toss the opening pitch at the Cyclone's Key Span Park baseball stadium during this year's Siren Music festival (which she proudly did wearing 4-inch heels).
This is Burlesque is written by Murray Hill & Angie Pontani. Choreography by Angie Pontani. This is Burlesque plays at Corio (337 West Broadway at Grand Street): Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $25. Ticket purchases can be made online at http://smarttix.com.
For groups and special VIP Ticket Packages call (212) 966-3901.
For more info visit www.ThisIsBurlesque.com.
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For more information, see the EN Wikipedia article Stamford Bridge. This town played a significant part in the history of Britain circa 1066.
Historically, Stamford Bridge was in the ecclesiastical parish of Low Catton in the wapentake of Harthill. Stamford Bridge civil parish was formed in 1935 from the parishes of East Stamford Bridge and West Stamford Bridge with Scoreby. It was located in Pocklington Rural District until 1974. Kexby, mentioned in British History Online, is now a separate civil parish in the Ryedale District of North Yorkshire.
In 1974 most of what had been the East Riding of Yorkshire was joined with the northern part of Lincolnshire to became a new English county named Humberside. The urban and rural districts of the former counties were abolished and Humberside was divided into non-metropolitan districts. The new organization did not meet with the pleasure of the local citizenry and Humberside was wound up in 1996. The area north of the River Humber was separated into two "unitary authorities"—Kingston-upon-Hull covering the former City of Hull and its closest environs, and the less urban section which, once again, named itself the East Riding of Yorkshire.
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William Shatner jokes about dying on stage
William Shatner has joked that people should come to see his new show in case he "dies on stage".
The 80-year-old actor's one-man show Shatner's World recently opened on Broadway in New York City. It sees him discussing various points in his life and lasts around 100 minutes.
William knows many think he is too old to be embarking on such a display, so he's come up with a way to calm their fears.
"I was joking with somebody saying that people should come to the theatre to see me because I may die on stage," he laughed. "I'm at the age where people are dying. So they can say that maybe he'll die and we'll see him dying."
Shatner's World is loosely based on an autobiography the actor penned in 2008. Although he was sure the show would go down well with fans while he prepared for the show, he admitted feeling anxious during rehearsals.
"Every time you're in something, you wonder if it's any good," he told Los Angeles Times. "Until it's in front of the public, and they'll tell you. So that moment of trepidation is with you all of the time It never goes away."
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Naturopathic Debate Follow-Up: Some answers to your questions…
Answers to questions raised after a debate on whether doctors of naturopathic medicine should be recognized as primary care physicians in Quebec.
Before answering the following questions, let me state clearly that I have nothing to gain from being pro or con towards naturopathic or conventional medicine. I am not a physician so I have no financial stakes here. My participation in this debate stems solely from my interest in promoting evidence-based science. I am not on any sort of witch hunt against naturopathic practitioners, except when they practice quackery. The same goes for conventional medicine. I often attack conventional physicians who muddy themselves by profiting from nonsensical alternative treatments. Nobody has a monopoly on quackery.
I fully recognize that there is a role for naturopathic physicians in health care. They can provide valuable advice about lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise and stress relief, but I do not think their training is adequate for recognition as primary care physicians. I'm also bothered by the recurrent claim made by naturopathic doctors that conventional physicians treat "only the disease and not the patient," and that they lack training in nutrition. Every medical school has courses in "physicianship" with an emphasis on dealing with the "whole" patient. True, because of the constraints of our medical system, doctors cannot spend as much time with patients as alternative practitioners. As far as nutrition goes, medical schools could certainly do more. But there is a whole discipline within medicine called dietetics. Dietitians are highly trained specialists to whom physicians refer. It is incorrect to suggest that conventional medicine neglects nutrition and that it is oblivious of the body-mind connection. Dealing with lifestyle factors is not solely in the domain of naturopathic doctors.
There is no doubt that naturopathy appeals to a segment of the population. Why? Some have become dissatisfied with conventional medicine and want to try another approach. Others suffer from chronic conditions for which medicine can offer little or from illnesses that have a strong psychosomatic component. These patients often find satisfaction in the compassionate attitude, the extensive history taking, the hands-on actions and the large dose of hope provided by naturopathic practitioners. But problems arise when some naturopathic doctors counsel against evidence-based conventional treatments. Suggesting that homeopathy is a viable alternative to antibiotics can have serious consequences. In my view, naturopathy is an eclectic practice that encompasses treatment modalities ranging from the sensible to the nonsensical and in its present format cannot be relied upon for primary care.
1. Do you know the difference between "Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine" and natural therapist or naturopath?
I certainly do. Doctors of naturopathy undergo training at a College of naturopathy, while basically anyone can call themselves a naturopath. I am, however, not impressed by some facets of the curriculum at these Colleges. After having closely scrutinized some lectures and student notes on chemistry, physiology and anatomy as taught in these institutions, my view is that the courses are not up to the rigor we teach in university. This is corroborated by a large investigation in Australia where a committee charged with accrediting schools of naturopathic medicine found that the syllabuses were reasonable but the actual instruction bore little resemblance to the publicized course.
Much more worrisome is that homeopathy is taught as a "science," and that students in some schools are told that there are connections between the iris and the liver. Teachings about Traditional Chinese Medicine, reflexology, acupuncture and herbal medicine are one sided and ignore massive amounts of peer-reviewed research that does not support the naturopathic philosophy. I am also perturbed by that philosophy itself, which claims that given the right conditions, nature can heal all. Centuries of experience argue against that view.
Furthermore, I do not find evidence of consistent diagnostic or therapeutic methods in naturopathic medicine. One practitioner may offer totally different counsel from another and guidance can range from common sense advice about diet and exercise to an array of totally implausible treatments such as wearing socks soaked in ice water. Naturopathy can also encompass a hodgepodge of "allergy tests" that lack evidence and a grab bag of treatments that range from purging "toxins" through sweating to "detoxifying" the body by means of colonics. The "toxins" that are supposedly removed are never identified.
In one institution students are taught that homeopathy "works on a subtle, yet powerful, electromagnetic level to strengthen the body's healing and immune response to provide a lasting cure." "Subtle" here can be taken to mean scientifically undetectable. The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors describes homeopathic remedies as such: "when carefully matched to the patient they are able to affect the body's 'vital force' and to stimulate the body's innate healing forces on both the physical and emotional levels, with few side effects." This is nothing but fantastic conjecture.
The belief in some sort of supernatural "life force" that does not subscribe to the laws of chemistry, physics or biology and yet governs health is troublesome. Naturopaths commonly reference Hippocrates' doctrine of "vis medicatrix naturae" (as if ancient "wisdom" equaled "evidence") to justify the healing powers of nature. This is actually a misinterpretation of Hippocrates' view. What the "father of medicine" had in mind was a purging of Greek medicine of its belief that gods were responsible for health and illness. Natural phenomena, not gods, were to be accountable, he maintained. Although science long ago confined "vitalism" to the dustbin, in naturopathic philosophy it lives on, unabated. That's because "life force" is not a matter of science, but a matter of faith.
To sum up, naturopathic doctors are certainly more trustworthy than self-proclaimed naturopaths, but their treatments, ranging from the scientifically naïve to the evidence-based, are too varied and eclectic for these practitioners to be accepted as primary care physicians.
2. You mentioned that you accept no funding at all. Didn't the OSS recently receive a 5.5 million dollar donation?
We do not accept any funding from any vested interest. We did indeed receive a $5.5 million gift from the Lorne Trottier Family Foundation. This was a generous donation from one of Canada's leading philanthropists to ensure that the McGill Office for Science and Society has a continued existence. The capital cannot be touched, but we have the interest available to us every year. The money is used to fund the Lorne Trottier Public Science Symposium and also allows us to hire student interns and a full time communications coordinator and administrative assistant. Any other use of the funds is at our discretion. There are absolutely no strings attached to this gift. Dr. Trottier has a genuine passion for science and wished to ensure that our efforts to demystify science for the public continue far into the future.
At the OSS, our only allegiance is to the scientific method. We do not profit financially or otherwise by expressing our views. We do not sell anything, and frankly, it makes no difference to us how a product or a process is regulated, as long as the decision is arrived at through proper scientific methodology rather than anecdote, hearsay or magical thinking. In contrast to this, many doctors of naturopathy, as well as naturopaths, sell a variety of items to their clients. I consider this to be an unethical practice given the obvious motivation to recommend products from which the practitioner profits. Unfortunately, I have to add here that over the years I have purchased products and devices from both doctors of naturopathy and self-declared naturopaths that are firmly in the domain of quackery. These include various electronic gizmos, magnetic devices, disease-detecting dowsing rods and a wide assortment of pills and potions that are linked by one feature, a lack of evidence.
3. Many years ago, you were strongly against the use of vitamins, whereas Naturopathic Doctors had been using them for a long time. Now you are a big proponent of vitamins. Could it be that your methods and logic is simply behind Naturopathic Medicine, and that those things which you are now against, you will discover are legitimate in the future?
I was never "strongly against" vitamins and certainly am not a "big proponent now." As with any other such issues, I take the path that is cleared by evidence-based science. That path of course can take various twists and turns. Indeed, that is part and parcel of the scientific method. Very few notions are etched in stone; science is a changing discipline and views change as more and more evidence comes to light. By contrast, arguments on behalf of homeopathy for example, have not changed in two hundred years. The justification offered by some naturopathic doctors is that "homeopathy was true then, is true now and will always be true." Not exactly scientific thinking.
There is no question that vitamins play a significant role in preventing deficiency diseases but these are not conditions that are seen in the developed world. Taking vitamins as "nutritional insurance" has not been demonstrated to be effective. In contrast, studies are emerging that cast a shadow on the wisdom of taking supplements in a random fashion. It is clear that vitamins are not necessarily innocuous. The emphasis should be on a balanced diet. The one vitamin supplement that can be considered in terms of a positive risk-benefit profile is vitamin D although it is not clear what the optimal dosage is.
4. Would you be willing to work alongside a Naturopathic Doctor practicing homeopathy and see the progression of the patient treated with homeopathy?
This question itself demonstrates part of the problem the scientific community faces with homeopathy. Nothing can be learned from watching the progression of one patient. People get better for all kinds of reasons. Many diseases just resolve with time, others have periods of remission and then of course there is the placebo effect. That's why we go for double blind randomized trials. And these demonstrate that homeopathy works through the placebo effect.
5. So, if we are all on the same page that naturopathic doctors should be regulated and legalized, will you help us get there? Let's team up to regulate the profession and protect the public!
My Office would be glad to support any regulatory process that promotes evidence-based science and tackles quackery. But we would not support the acceptance of naturopathic doctors as primary care physicians for the simple reason that their training is not equivalent to that of medical doctors who have gone through residency. The philosophy of using no medications is not compatible with primary practice and there are various medical conditions that can readily be picked up by a physician who has had years of hospital experience but are outside the scope of a naturopathic practice. Even where naturopathic doctors have a residency program, which is rare, it is in a naturopathic clinic, not in a proper hospital environment.
6. How can there be enough evidence for naturopathic medicine when pharmaceutical companies and government will not fund the research?
Actually, a vast amount of research has been carried out on every aspect of naturopathy. The National Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine in the U.S (hardly an "establishment" organization). has spent close to $3 billion over the last thirteen years and has very little to show for it. Echinacea for colds, ginkgo biloba for memory, glucosamine and chondroitin for arthritis, black cohosh for menopausal hot flashes and saw palmetto for prostate problems, all of which are mainstays of the naturopathic arsenal, have proved to be no better than placebos. The lone exception: ginger capsules may help chemotherapy nausea. As for therapies, acupuncture has been shown to help certain conditions, and yoga, massage, meditation and other relaxation methods may relieve symptoms like pain, anxiety and fatigue. There has also been extensive research sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, many of which market vitamins and various supplements. Again results are hardly compelling. Boiron is a giant pharmaceutical company (using the term loosely) that makes homeopathic preparations. Should it not be sponsoring proper double blind studies of its products? Of course it should. But it doesn't, because their products sell anyway, no evidence required.
7. Having admitted that the human body is the most complex organism on earth, what will it take for you to concede that there is much more to true health than current science can explain?
Another question that demonstrates confused thinking. Science does not, and never has claimed to have all the answers. Science is a process, a quest for knowledge. Of course there is more to health than what science can presently explain. But just look at how much it has explained. We now know about bacteria and viruses. We know about prions. We know about genetic factors. We know about oncogenes. We know how allergies are manifested. We know about links between diet and health. We know about psychosomatic illness. We know about the effects of bacterial flora in our gut. And we know a lot about the placebo effect. But of course we don't know everything. So, any scientist will readily "concede" that there is more to health than current science can explain. That does not mean we should uncritically swallow theories about what the "more" is. Implausible speculations about water having "memory," or about anatomically non-existent meridians or "blocked energy channels" amount to no more than magical thinking and have no place in evidence-based science. It is proper research, not fanciful, seductive conjecture that will allow us to learn just what "more" there is to good health. Naturopathic doctors may provide a sympathetic ear but that does not guarantee a discerning brain.


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JERUSALEM – Israeli defense officials say they have identified an unlikely new threat to national security — Facebook.
A new list of rules announced Thursday aims to prevent soldiers and Defense Ministry employees from revealing classified information on social networking sites.
The officials say some soldiers have uploaded pictures of themselves with classified equipment, inadvertently revealing sensitive information.
The rules allow soldiers to create pages on networking sites as long as they do not identify themselves as soldiers or reveal any information about what they do.
They spoke on condition of anonymity because the rules have not been officially published.
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One World Futbol
"Buy One, Get One" is the model for the One World Futbol Project; for every One World Futbol sold, the company donates a second ball to organizations working on the ground in war zones, refugee camps, inner cites, and harsh environments, aiming to improve the lives of youth and adults in disadvantaged communities worldwide.
The One World Futbol is a universal, durable soccer/sports ball—one that the Project says never deflates, even in the harshest environments. With the ball anyone can play soccer or other ball sports with any endurance level.
Since July 2010, the One World Futbol Project has delivered the balls to 123 organizations in 118 countries, spreading the spirit of play to an estimated 425,000 people. The patent-pending, durable, all-terrain ball is sold online for $39.95.


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I Just Got Botox Injections and Now Have Small Ink Marks at the Injection Sites. What Should I Do?
I Just Got Botox Injections and Now Have Small Ink Marks at the Injection Sites. What Should I Do?
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Ink Marks From Botox Injections
Making small marks on the skin to guide the injections can be helpful. However, because your injector did stick a needle through the ink as he or she injected your Botox, you can occasionally develop a tattooing effect. The marks should come off with rubbing alcohol or even baby shampoo. If it was a surgical marker that was used, the ink may be difficult to remove immediately but does break down over a period of days and will become much easier to remove tomorrow or the next day. Don't worry, be patient. But if it doesn't come off easily, don't keep scrubbing. Wait a day and try again.
Botox and ink marks
I'm afraid there is not enough information to answer your question precisely. If you mean that you just had it done, today and the ink marks remain and you're not sure how to remove them, you should wait four hours after the Botox and then rub gently with rubbing alcohol and a Qtip. There are different inks that doctors use on the skin and for the reason you mention, ink for botox, if used, should not be as durable as surgical marking pens. If however, you mean that you had botox done days ago and still have the ink, then it is possible that the ink is either very durable and will fade with each washing and exfoliation or it even could be a slight tattoo if the needle trapped ink in the dermis. Please see your doctor to help you eliminate the source of your dismay.
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Botox injections and marks
It is most likely that the small marks are tiny bruises caused by the injections. They will disappear in a few days and you can hide them with make-up until then.
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Ink Marks Are Easy To Remove
These should fade over time – there are some products that we use in the office that should be able to remove them – please go back to your injector and see if they can use some of their stronger topicals to remove the ink.
Botox Side Effects- Ink Spots
This likely represents tattooing and depending on the ink used, may last for some time. The reason being that the ink can be driven deep into the dermis where it must be removed by the body. With large enough ink particles, the coloration is permanent. Amateur tattoos are made with India ink. The more important question is why did this happen in the first place? While it is acceptable to make a mark to guide treatment, injecting through the mark is not.
It is improbable that your injector inked your skin to guide injections.
If they did, please consider finding a new injector. No one should be inking the skin for this purpose. There can certainly be small skin bruises associated with the needle track. This can look like little red dots that disappear in a day or so.
Post Botox Injection Site Marks
Are you sure these are ink marks and not small bruises? I would find it highly unusual for an injector to have to mark the skin with ink before injecting Botox. I suggest asking him or her about this and what they recommend.
Bruises from Botox injections are usually small, temporary, and easily covered with makeup.
I Just Got Botox Injections and Now Have Small Ink Marks at the Injection Sites. What Should I Do?
We typically advise patients to use a small amount of rubbing alcohol to remove any remaining pen marks. You can also try using some face cream that will slowly lift the ink off of the skin. This can happen after fillers or Botox treatments.
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I Just Got Botox Injections and Now Have Small Ink Marks at the Injection Sites. What Should I Do?
This just sounds like punctate bruising at the injection site. You can use cover up make up to conceal the bruises until they go away.
Marks to Guide Botox Injections
I find that making tiny marks on the skin prior to Botox treatment is very helpful. It takes a couple of extra seconds but is well worth it for the added precision. The marks are made with a make-up pencil and are easily removed. My patients appreciate the extra time and effort involved to give them the best Botox results.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.


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A British drama, Hyena, will open this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Hyena, directed by Gerard Johnson and starring Peter Ferdinando, will open the 68th running of the festival on June 18.
The festival, which runs until June 29, will be giving the film, a gangster movie with an anti-hero lead, its world premiere.
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Chris Fujiwara, the Festival's artistic director, said: "It's a powerful and beautifully directed thriller that clearly establishes director Gerard Johnson as a major talent in British filmmaking. It's also an exceptional example of the kind of film that our festival has traditionally supported: a work in which a director of artistic integrity takes a vigorous and imaginative approach to the renewal of a film genre."
Hyena will join eight other British films in competition for the prestigious Michael Powell Award at the festival.
These include Gillies Mackinnon's Castles in the Sky, the story of Scottish engineer and developer of radar, Robert Watson-Watt, played by Eddie Izzard, as well as Set Fire to the Stars, a drama following the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas in 1950s New York.
The prize money for the Michael Powell Award will be increased to £20,000 this year and will be awarded on June 27 at the Filmhouse.


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Price: $2.95/330-millilitre bottle
Food pairings: Dark chocolate cake, braised short ribs
The verdict: A rich, delicious nightcap, or a good accompaniment to food
Where to buy it: LCBO (Seasonal, limited distribution)
When naming their beers, brewers often give clues to their hobbies or former professions.
It's not too hard to guess, then, that the man who created Old Engine Oil spent a lot of time around cars.
Before he went into brewing full-time, Ken Brooker was a master craftsman at Ford, where he made wooden molds for car body panels. He also happened to be a pretty talented homebrewer, so when he was laid off by the car company, there was little hesitation in choosing his new career. He stayed in Scotland, where he'd been working, and started a brewery.
One of the first beers he created at Harviestoun's was Old Engine Oil, a tribute to his former life.
While it's not quite as heavy as its name would suggest, Old Engine Oil does look a little bit like the stuff you put under the hood of your car. It's dark brown, and has a heavy body, thanks to the addition of oats. As far as flavour and aroma goes, it has hints of chocolate and coffee. It's also a little bit sweet, but has enough bitterness to keep it from being cloying.
The bitterness comes mainly from the hops variety used in the brew. Galena, a hop developed in the U.S., can completely dominate the palate of some beers, because of its overwhelming bitterness. In as rich a brew as this one, however, it simply provides a good balance.
Defining this beer's style can be a little tricky, says current Harviestoun's brewmaster Stuart Cail. Some beer lovers call it a winter warmer, some call it an old ale. Others simply call it good.
"I've heard people call it all sorts of things, but I think it fits best as a porter or a stout," says Cail, a Harviestoun's veteran who helped Brooker come up with the recipe.
When Brooker retired two years ago, he sold Harviestoun to Caledonian Brewing Co., itself a subsidiary of brewing conglomerate Scottish and Newcastle. Some beer drinkers worried that the distinctiveness of the small brewery's products would suffer. Those worries were in vain, says Cail.
"Basically, we're run as two completely separate brewing operations. They haven't really touched a thing."
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"It's been so long since you've heard from me / Got a wife and kid that I never see / And I'm nowhere near where I dreamed I'd be / I can't believe what life's done to me."
With these opening lines to their new album, The Meadowlands, it's hard not to feel sorry for the Wrens, a band that has seen enough of its share of downs that their original name—Low—seems eerily appropriate at times.
The Wrens, made up of guitarist/vocalist Charles Bissell, guitarist Greg Whelan, bassist/vocalist Kevin Whelan and drummer Jerry MacDonnell, came together in the late 1980s, releasing two albums in 1994 and 1996 to strong critical praise and modest commercial success. To all involved, it seemed the New Jersey-based band members were on the cusp of establishing themselves as formidable presence on the independent rock scene.
When Grass, their label, was sold and revamped to eventually become Wind Up Records, home of Creed and the Bachelor himself, Bob Guiney, execs pushed the Wrens to modify their beguiling melodies and accessible lyrics to take them in a more radio-friendly direction. The band refused and was dropped from the label, and their next album didn't see the light of day for six years. Talk about low.
While the music industry gorged itself on bland modern rock, the Wrens were quietly building up a catalogue of songs and laboring away at their "real" jobs: the Whalen brothers work at Pfizer, Bissell is in the accounts department at an advertising agency and MacDonnell works at a finance company—jobs they continue to hold. Practicing and recording in a house most of the band shares, the Wrens released EPs in 1998 and 2002 and finally launched their comeback with 2003's The Meadowlands, the band's most mature and emotionally complex work to date. And patient fans and critics have agreed the wait was well worth it. The Meadowlands received rave reviews online and print press; they also snagged a nod in Village Voice's annual Pazz and Jop Critics' Poll, coming in at number 43 in the paper's tally of the 240 best albums of 2003.
Finally hitting their high—and their stride—the Wrens have embarked on an exhaustive American tour, playing sold out shows night after night and returning to the daily grind in the morning. The band launched their tour in support of the album in Chicago on January 17, playing two back-to-back sold out shows at Schuba's. Here's what band member Greg Whalen had to say about the sights and sounds along comeback road:
PopMatters: How does it feel to be back on tour? Is the experience different or similar than touring with previous albums?
Greg Whalen: It's great playing again—besides in the basement. The experience is totally different than before. People show up, we sell some merch and the clubs actually pay us more than just $50 bucks and a pizza.
PM: What has audience reaction been like? Both Chicago shows were sold out to enthusiastic crowds. Have you noticed that being universal? Is it similar to your pre-Meadowlands shows?
GW: The audience response has been so cool—totally overwhelming. The fact that after all these years, people are coming to our shows is mind-blowing. And to play sold out shows is just ridiculous.
PM: What about recording the album? It seems to include a lot of references to loss and regret. How autobiographical is it?
GW: 100% autobiographical—although the names have been changed to protect the guilty.
PM:I read that, throughout your search for a label after releasing Secaucus, you were continually recording. Do you have plans to release any of that material?
GW: Yes, we do plan on releasing some of the other stuff we recorded. We intend to re-release our EP Abbott 1135 with added tracks. We are hoping to get this stuff out in the summer.
PM: During this time, you were dropped by your label for refusing to create more radio-friendly music. Looking back on your decision to stick with your own style, how has this affected your career?
GW: Although we went through some dark times, it was what WE needed to do for US. Are we opposed to writing "radio-friendly music," of course not—it is just all BS that goes with it—all the politics; where ultimately, the music becomes secondary. I think our experience has only made us a better band both in the studio and live. We just don't care anymore. It's only music. It's now fun again.
PM: What is it like living the double life of recording artists with day jobs? Does existing in those two lives help or hinder your creative process?
GW: It really only hinders our sleeping. We have been burning the candle at both ends for so long, we really have no other perspective any longer. Touring gets a bit tough with the day job thing—getting time off, playing all night and then going into work, blah blah blah. The cool thing about touring is that since we drive generally six to eight hours a day, when it's not your turn behind the wheel you can sleep. Our drummer, who has three kids under the age of five, once he gets in the van, he is out like a light—except of course when it is his turn to drive.
PM: What are your plans after this tour? Will you be putting out another album?
GW: Yes, we are actually all pretty stoked about doing the next record. We have a whole bunch of new tunes—just need to spend some time fooling around with them—hopefully start this summer.
PM: During the six years between Secaucus and The Meadowlands, how did you keep yourselves going and developing musically? Was there ever a point when you wanted to give it up, or did you always know you would eventually do another album?
GW: It was tough for a few years and we were all burned out and we did take some time off from recording—we had to—that's one reason why it took so long to get the record finished. But the crazy thing is that never once did we feel like giving up. We knew that we would get through the bad times and eventually put out a record that we were happy with.
PM: What kind of expectations do you have for The Meadowlands? Did you expect this much critical and popular acclaim?
GW: Actually we had no expectations for this record. We figured we would put it out, a few of our friends would think it was ok, play some shows and that's it. What has happened is crazy—totally surreal. The press and all the folks that are supporting us are awesome. If nothing more happens, we would be completely satisfied.
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New Research From Psychological Science
Read about the latest research published in Psychological Science and Clinical Psychological Science, journals of the Association for Psychological Science.
Gendered Races: Implications for Interracial Marriage, Leadership Selection, and Athletic Participation
Adam D. Galinsky, Erika V. Hall, and Amy J. C. Cuddy
Researchers have documented the effects of racial and gender stereotypes, but few studies have examined how these stereotypes interact. In the first of six studies, researchers had a group of participants rate the masculinity and femininity of several traits and then had a separate group assign those traits to different races. Participants assigned the most feminine traits to Asians, the intermediate traits to Whites, and the most masculine traits to Blacks. Evidence of these reported gender-race biases was found in follow-up studies examining dating habits and leadership selection, and in the types of sports that student athletes engaged in. Together, these studies demonstrate that the gender component of racial stereotypes has important real-world consequences.
Detection of Audiovisual Speech Correspondences Without Visual Awareness
Agnès Alsius and Kevin G. Munhall
The mechanisms underlying the enhancements seen during audiovisual integration remain largely unknown. Researchers presented participants with a video of a talking face in one eye and a suppressor display — which rendered the face consciously invisible to participants — in the other. Participants also heard an auditory clip that did or did not match the lip movements of the face. When the researchers measured how long it took for the face to become visible to participants, they found that it became visible faster when the auditory clip matched the face's lip movements. This suggests that audio and visual integration occur at an early stage of processing — even when the visual stimulus is blocked from conscious awareness.
Out of Mind, Out of Sight: Perceptual Consequences of Memory Suppression
Kyungmi Kim and Do-Joon Yi
Does suppressing the memory of an object affect our visual perception of that object? Participants were trained to associate a picture of an object with a noun describing the object. They were then shown the nouns and asked to either think about or suppress thoughts of the picture the noun represented. The researchers then tested participants' perception by briefly showing them the pictures and asking them to identify the objects. Participants were least successful at perceiving pictures of objects they had been told to suppress, which suggests that there is a close relationship between perception and higher-order cognitive operations.
Relationships Among HIV/AIDS Orphanhood, Stigma, and Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in South African Youth: A Longitudinal Investigation Using a Path Analysis Framework
Mark E. Boyes and Lucie D. Cluver
Research has suggested that HIV/AIDS-related stigma may place HIV/AIDS-orphaned youth at a higher risk for developing internalizing disorders. HIV/AIDS orphans between the ages of 9 and 19 reported their perceived level of stigmatization, their level of anxiety, and their level of depression in 2005 and again in 2009. The researchers found that stigmatization appeared to persist over time and that stigmatization levels at baseline and follow-up mediated the relationship between HIV/AIDS orphanhood and symptoms of anxiety and depression. This finding suggests that reducing the level of stigmatization experienced by HIV/AIDS orphans may improve their psychological health outcomes.


text: A while back, there was a thread about the parallels between the 2002 Panthers and maybe the 2006 Texans. Latest fanblog post talks about this some: Link: "Are the 2006 Texans the 2002 Panthers?" I am not sure how much I would read into this stuff, but it is nice to see what is possible in the age of parity (especially with a nice pass rush).


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Children, their mental health and war, 9/11, graffiti, autism and more
17th World Congress of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions
Child soldiers - the cost of war
Child Soldiers in Uganda are left with significant mental health issues. Illustrated with drawings by children, Grace Onyango from World Vision talks about 12 years working with former child soldiers. This is one of several presentations on child soldiers and the effects of war on children.
Trauma from natural disasters � impact on infants
On the fifth anniversary of the 2001 attacks on the United States, US psychiatry professor a world expert Charles Zeanah is available to discuss how trauma affects children. Professor Zeanah is also familiar with the work of US researchers who have examined the effects of 9/11.
Terrorism, disaster and child mental health
How prepared is Australia for disaster and terrorism, and how will children cope? A key session will describe the preparation for and response to potential terrorism, and ask whether the child and adolescent mental health system is adequately prepared.
Serious harm to child refugees detained by Australia
There is clear evidence that serious harm is being done to children detained by the Australian Government's mandatory detention policy, says the director of the NSW Institute of Psychiatry Louise Newman. Since 1991, about 3000 children, including unaccompanied minors, have been detained. "The price that is being paid in psychological and emotional harm is too great," Dr Newman said. "This is a policy that will not go away. We need a radical rethink from a penal model to a health and welfare model."
Graffiti � have we got it wrong?
Queensland University Professor Graham Martin says society is tackling graffiti the wrong way - that calling the police and making kids wash off walls is a waste of time, as is graffiti-resistant paint. Professor Martin, an expert in suicide in young people, argues the actions of many graffitists are a call for help and society should treat the problem differently.
Playing games online � the effect on real world relationships
German researcher Karla Misek-Schneider reports on a 10-year project examining the positive and dangerous aspects of on-line gaming, which has become an important part of many adolescents' lives. The research includes why children find cyberspace so fascinating, and what happens if they spend hours in a virtual world, at the expense of developing relationship skills.
How safe are the drugs used to treat ADHD? And are they over-prescribed?
Every day about 50,000 Australian children take drugs to counter ADHD, yet there is still strong debate in medical circles about whether we are doing the right thing by out children. Susan Selwyn, Clinical Psychologist and conference spokesperson, said drugs need not be the treatment of choice, especially when early psychological intervention with children and their parents was effective and safe.
Jailed for autism?
Vulnerable, undiagnosed autistic children are over-represented in the juvenile justice system, says Monash University researcher and clinician Dr Teresa Flower, speaking at the international child mental health conference at the Melbourne Convention Centre.
Why some mothers are compulsive
Women who have a baby can show signs similar to people with obsessive compulsive disorder, according to Yale psychiatry professor James F. Leckman. A new parent may be preoccupied with their infant, clean obsessively, order and arrange items neatly and hoard materials in ways similar to someone with OCD. The link appears to be a neuropeptide called oxytocin, found in elevated levels in some people with OCD and released in women during childbirth. Professor Leckman's study in this area has moved to brain imaging of new parents, and how they respond to their child's cries.
How deadly are medications for children?
There is no evidence that stimulant medications given to children with ADHD increase the risk of deadly heart complications, says the Honorary Professor of Child Psychiatry at Sydney University Joseph Rey. But older drugs given as anti-depressants can have cardiotoxic effects, and anti-psychotic medication can lead to weight gain, diabetes and cardiac risks. For all medications, it is important to have close monitoring, Professor Rey says. "One can never assume a drug is completely harmless because sometimes it takes 20 years to identify a problem."
Two tongues better than one for growing minds
Adolescents from migrant families who grow up bilingually perform better in school, are generally happier, and are less likely to hurt themselves or others, a new study has found. The French study, led by Marie Rose Moro, a Professor of psychopathology at Paris University, disputes the common practice, whereby migrant children are discouraged from learning their mother tongue in fear they will not learn French properly.
How to cut drug use, violence in school � change the social climates
A study in 26 Australian schools led to tobacco and cannabis use falling 25 per cent; violence and anti-social behaviour falling 20 per cent; and having sexual intercourse among 13-year-olds fell by 50 per cent.
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text: I have a Nikon FM2 and I find the focus is slightly off at big apertures. For example, with my 105mm lens, at F2.5 I find even if the image looks perfectly focused with the split prism, on film it looks a bit out of focus. I've tried this lens on my Canon 5d with an adapter, and it is sharp sharp sharp if focused correctly (the adapter has a focus confirmation, otherwise its impossible to manually focus!), so its not a lens problem. Is it possible that the mirror in the FM2 is slightly off? If so, can it be adjusted? Or is it more likely that the problem is that I suck at manually focusing?


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By Nate Adcock updated on 08/23/2013
It's great to have an awesome tech idea. It's also awesome to have education, background in the industry, years of experience, and perseverance... Uh, by the way, none of which guarantee you have a snowball's chance in a very-hot-place of selling a successful product. So, how do you turn your game-changing tech idea into reality in the already overcrowded iOS/Android accessory market? I had a chat with Jason Fass, CEO of Zepp Labs, and co-creator of the amazing GolfSense swing analyzer appcessory ($129.99) to find out.
I have to admit up front, I made an embarrassing faux pas in the middle of our interview. Er, I got my tech products confused... You see, I review a bit of gear here at iPhone Life, and it sort of runs together in my brain. I confused the GolfSense swing analyzer gadget with another device, which is similar in function (but very different in form). Fass smoothly turned it into a teachable and somewhat humorous moment... Let's jump into the Q‡A., and (despite my confusion) find out how Fass and his team created a superior golf swing visualization product:
iPhone Life: "So, I noted in your bio that you spent some time at Apple as the MacBook Pro product manager. What can you tell me about your time there? Did you learn anything specific that helped to make GolfSense a success?"
Fass: "Yeah, we worked on fielding several of the aluminum Macbook Pro models, to include the Retina display version. I picked up a lot of experience managing and observing what went into the design and fielding of a truly superior computing device on that scale."
iPL: "Did you start Zepp yourself? How exactly did you go from working at big safe companies like Apple and Cisco, to a much more focused and risky venture like a golf swing sensor startup?"
Fass: "Though I have a business degree and MBA from the University of Florida, and Pepperdine respectively, I did undergraduate work in sports medicine. With that background, I set out to create a true game-changing product for golf swing analysis specifically. A couple of years ago I co-founded Zepp Labs with that intention. We designed the app, the motion engine, and the hardware system from scratch to be unlike anything else on the market."
iPL: "Wow, so tell me a bit about the company today, and the product itself. Sounds like you did not farm any of this out, then?"
Fass: "We are still small and scrappy from the standpoint of staff, and facilities. We have a site in Silicon valley, and two others in China. The bulk of our 32 employees work in engineering and R&D. To create an accurate golf swing simulation experience [outside of a radar-based professional system], is not trivial. The GolfSense sensor brings together a gyro and 2 accelerometers, and can process a stream of over 1000 datapoints per second on an iPhone!"
Note: Here comes my blunder...
iPL: "So I noted in my own review that the device did not always stay snugly attached/aligned to my club during initial setup and extended use. What kind of problems did you guys foresee and design for..."
Fass: "Actually our product does not have to be attached to your club..."
...A bit of awkward silence... yikes!
iPL: "Jason, I think I owe you an apology... I have confused your product with another I reviewed on our blog some time ago. Please continue..."
Fass: "Actually I am glad you brought this up, because attaching a sensor to the club is probably the worst way to gather swing data. Even a tiny amount of weight added to the shaft or club head can throw off a normal golf swing markedly. We specifically designed our sensor [which is attached to the Velcro flap of the typical golf glove on the golfer's hand] to be super light (just 17 grams), easy to use, and unobtrusive in every way."
I felt pretty stupid at this point, but soldiered on anyway...
iPL: "Wow, so... I am glad you corrected me [and not just because I took my stupid pills today].. Yes, that is also a great product discriminator I did not previously consider! What else can you tell me about GolfSense that sets it apart?"
School was not out of session yet...
Fass: "Attaching something to the club is also a hassle when switching between clubs. With GolfSense, you attach the sensor to your glove, play your game and view your swing results, save them to the cloud, compare your performance, etc. It's designed to be easy, accurate, and unnoticeable to the golfer."
Tried to ask at least one redeeming question at this point...
iPL: "Did you guys bring in PGA golf professionals as consultants for the app or to gather meaningful analysis from the sensor output?"
Fass: "Actually we did, several in fact, to include Brenden Steele, James Kelly and Nicole Smith, and famous PGA golf coach and partner Rick Smith!"
iPL: "Okay, so to wrap up, what future coolness is Zepp working on? Anything you can share with our readers?"
Jason: "Well, I can't say specifically, but let's say that in the area of sports telemetry and device integration a lot is possible, and we will be creating more game-changing products in the future!"
And with that, the interview concluded, and therein you have a recipe on how to envision, design, market, and produce a great product (and how not to research for an interview). It basically boils down to the following:
1. Go to school and get an education;
2. Work in the industry and learn all you can;
3. Bring together the right people, and keep your company lean;
4. Have a background, understanding and focus on the tech you are trying to market, and then drive that to success;
5. Get input and buy-in to your product from experts when needed.
I want to thank Jason Fass from Zepp Labs for agreeing to have a phone interview with our magazine (and I again apologize for the product screw-up on my part). I could have redacted that section, of course, but it was a key component to his explanation of the product, and a good lesson for me (really anyone). Know your product area, and stay focused on your goals, and you might one day have a success like GolfSense on your hands (pun intended)! Check it out at the links above.


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The 1 Percent, Texas Style: 'Dallas' Returns in New Trailer
The Ewing family is returning to mess with Texas. A new trailer for the coming series "Dallas" has just hit the web.
Based on the popular TV series "Dallas," which aired from 1978-1991, five characters from the original show–played by actor Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy, Linda Gray, Charlene Tilton and Steve Kanaly–will reprise their roles in the soapy drama documenting the fierce rivalries and power struggles of a Dallas oil magnate and his family.
Although the trailer looks plenty dramatic, "Dallas" fans will note that it spends a significant amount of time paying homage to the original. Spliced in between shots are roundtable discussions with the cast.
This reboot comes just after ABC canceled "Charlie's Angels," another update of a once-popular 1970s television show. Do you think the new show will capture the spirit of the original "Dallas?" Leave your thoughts in the comments and watch the trailer here.


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When it comes to celebrating the New Year in Tampa, you've got more than enough options when it comes to great New Year's Eve events taking place throughout the area. If you've got kids, though, a midnight celebration out on the town is probably more of a challenge with little ones in tow. Luckily, there are a handful of family friendly New Year's Eve events in Tampa adults and kids can enjoy. Here are some of our favorites.
Noon Year's Eve 2013 at Lowry Park Zoo - Bring the kids out to Lowry Park Zoo for one of the best New Years Eve celebrations for children in the Tampa Bay area. Hosted by Radio Disney 1380, Noon Year's Eve will play host to arts and crafts, live music, educational displays and more while kids and their families can ring in the New Year with noisemakers, hats and a juice toast at noon. Included with the price of admission to Lowry Park Zoo.
2013 New Year's Eve Channelside - This longstanding Tampa New Year's Eve celebration is one of many great things to do with the kids for New Years in Tampa. Head out to Channelside Bay Plaza to see the best New Year's Eve fireworks in Tampa, enjoy live entertainment, and much more this New Year's Eve.
Outback Bowl New Year's Eve Parade 2013 - The Outback Bowl is another longstanding Tampa tradition, and the parade the day before is another great, free thing to do with the kids for New Year's Eve on December 31. Taking place on Historic 7th Avenue in Ybor City, this parade will feature marching bands, a fun pep rally, and more.
Noon Year's Eve 2013 at the Glazer Children's Museum - Much like Noon Year's Eve at Lowry Park Zoo, this is another one of the great New Years Eve celebrations for children in Tampa. Kids and their parents are encouraged to come out to the Glazer Children's Museum. Beginning at noon, the museum will host a celebration every hour (until 6 p.m.) featuring awesome party favors and more inside the museum. Noon Year's Eve is free with the regular price of admission to the Glazer Children's Museum.
Be sure to check out our Guide to New Years Eve 2013.


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How Publishers Are Marketing Digital Audiobooks
Publishers are trying different marketing techniques to differentiate their audiobooks in a crowded market.
Audible Adds Harry Potter Digital Audio
Starting today, Audible is offering digital audiobook editions of all the titles in the Harry Potter series.
November 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Disney Actor's 'Dragon' Takes Wing
Looking for the Best Path for Audio Subscription Services
Companies are trying to adapt to market realities
October 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Franco rounds out Audible's Vonnegut reboot and more in this month's audio book news.
Picture Books Still in Play on Audio
Recordings of longer works usually get the most attention in the audiobook world, but two recent splashy releases are reminders that picture books can also make for quality audio productions.
Blackstone Audio Launches Print Imprint
Oregon-based audiobook publisher Blackstone is expanding into print with the launch of Blackstone Publishing, which will release classic and original contemporary titles in both print and e-book, beginning in fall 2015.
Audiobook Casting News for September 2015
Whoopi Goldberg talks relationships, Dick Van Dyke reads his book on aging, and more updates from audiobook publishers this month.
A Chronicle of Andy Weir's 'The Martian'
How a boutique audiobook publisher landed a bestseller before it became a bestseller.
Findaway, TuneIn Partner for Audiobook Subscription Service
TuneIn Premium will give subscribers access to unlimited content, including more than 40,000 audiobooks powered by Findaway, from publishers including Penguin Random House Audio, HarperCollins Publishers, and Hachette Audio.
August 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Audible assembles all-star cast and more in this month's audio book news.
APA Survey: Audiobook Sales, Production Still Growing
The results of the latest annual sales survey from the Audiobook Publishers Association are in, and they show big jumps in both sales and title output in 2014.
Narrator Starts Audio Publishing Venture
An accomplished audiobook narrator, Amy Rubinate has always been comfortable in front of the microphone.
July 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Witherspoon Takes on 'Watchman'
Fall 2015 Audio Announcements
Audio publishers are again offering a bold and broad array of titles this fall.
'Mandela' Takes Top Audio Prize
BookExpo America, held May 27–29, was once again a busy period for audiobook publishers, as the industry announced the best audiobooks of the year at its 20th annual Audie Awards Gala.
June 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Hall tackles early Rand work and more in this month's audiobook news.
Harlequin Launches Audio Imprint
Harlequin and HarperCollins Publishers announced the launch of Harlequin Audio, a new audio imprint for Harlequin titles.
May 2015 Audio Books: In the Studio
Ansari and Penguin get romantic and more in this month's audio book news.
L'Amour Legacy Shines like a 'Diamond'
Louis L'Amour's western novels and stories have made him a popular author, even 27 years after his death.


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50 Obstacles to Leaving: 41-50
Every person's situation is unique, and you may be unable to leave a situation for a complex combination of different reasons. Check out reasons 41-50 that could prevent someone from leaving.
50 Obstacles to Leaving: 31-40
We're making our way through "50 Obstacles to Leaving" in hopes of illuminating the barriers that often prevent someone from getting out of an abusive relationship.
50 Obstacles to Leaving: 21-30
Numbers 21-30 from Sarah Buel's "50 Obstacles to Leaving, or, Why Victims Stay" piece.
50 Obstacles to Leaving: 11-20
Can you imagine the frustration of a victim being asked, "Why don't you just leave?" Here are reasons 11-20.
50 Obstacles to Leaving: 1-10
We've adapted Sarah M. Buel's "Fifty Obstacles to Leaving, a.k.a., Why Abuse Victims Stay" — 50 different reasons that she has encountered during her 22 years of work in the domestic violence field.


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Tank tops (or vests if you're in the UK) work all year round. If its cold you just pop it under a jacket while walking through the wintery streets. Once you get to the party you just pop of your jacket and its time for fun. A classic comfy tank top featuring our classic embroidered logo.
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