text:
Innoweave offers two types of grants to support groups of organizations at different points as they develop Collective Impact initiatives:
Launch Funding (for all Collective Impact users, including Youth CI)
Execution Grants (for Youth CI only)
Learn more about the types of grants below.
Launch Funding
Organizations that have participated in an Innoweave Collective Impact Workshop 2 will be eligible to apply for up to $40,000 of funding to help them launch their initiative. Groups which are clear on both the goals that they hope to achieve with Collective Impact and how they can use the resources to advance their plan are invited to apply for Launch Funding. Before application for Launch Funding, groups should explore Planning coaching. Planning coaching is designed to help get groups reach for launch funding. Groups which have completed Workshop 2 will also automatically be considered for Planning Coaching based on the work they submit following Workshop 2.
Organizations that have completed workshop 2 are invited to apply for Launch funding following the workshop. Organizations that have not completed a workshop are welcome to submit an expression of interest (see guide here for Youth CI, or here for non-Youth CI collaboratives).
What Does a Launch Grant Cover?
- $10,000 - $40,000 over 6 months
- Backbone support (staff)
- Travel, coordination and convening costs
- Small capital costs
Apply for Launch Funding: (click to open)
Applications to this stream are open on an ongoing basis, usually following the completion of Collective Impact Workshop 2.
- Fill out an online application here. This application will include basic information about your organization.
- Develop a launch project plan and attach it to your online application. This should include more detailed information about your project goals and needs. INCLUDE, as an appendix to this plan, the relevant products from your Collective Impact Workshop 2 and Planning Coaching (if coaching is complete prior to application).
- If applicable, provide us with information (e.g. a bio, website, or merely a link back to the Innoweave coaches page) on the coach you plan to work with (this can be attached to your online application).
- Fill out all forms in full and do not forget to hit "Submit Application" when you are done.
Youth CI Execution Grants
Ontario-based collaboratives focused on youth can apply for a Youth CI Execution Grant to support the implementation of their plan for collective impact. Execution Grants of up to $150,000 are available for collaboratives that have launched a robust strategy for population level impact. Workshops and coaching are designed to prepare collaboratives for Youth CI Execution Grants.
Organizations that have completed their Launch Funding are invited to apply directly. Organizations that have not completed Launch Funding are welcome to submit an Expression of Interest (see guide here)
What Does an Execution Grant Cover?
- $50,000 - $150,000 over 1 year
- Staff support for program implementation
- Small capital costs
- Program costs
Apply for Execution Funding: (click to open)
Applications to this stream are open on an ongoing basis, usually following completion of Planning Coaching and Launch Funding. To complete an application, please write to firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Ace aims to play stopper
Ace looks to slam brakes on tough skid
"He's definitely our ace," said closer Jonathan Papelbon, who allowed the Royals two runs in the ninth inning of Wednesday's 5-4 loss.
Schilling is aiming to break one of his own records. The Red Sox ace has gone 53 starts, dating to June 14, 2004, without allowing an unearned run. He accomplished the same feat from April 10, 2001, to July 5, 2002, a Major League record.
The Royals lead the all-time series against the Red Sox, 198-192. Boston is 86-110 in Kansas City and 76-96 at Kauffman Stadium since the venue opened in 1973.
Thursday's game marks the last meeting between the clubs in Kansas City this season. The Red Sox and Royals will play three more times in Boston from Sept. 8-10.
Pitching matchup
BOS: RHP Curt Schilling (14-4, 3.78 ERA)
The mark of a fine pitcher is sometimes made evident by the way he responds to adversity. In this situation, Schilling rebounded from his worst outing of the season (six earned runs over five innings) to hold the Rays to two runs through seven innings and claim his 14th win, tied for best in the Major Leagues. In 24 outings this season, Schilling's allowed more than four runs four times but lost just two of those decisions.
KC: RHP Runelvys Hernandez (2-7, 8.54 ERA)
Facing the Twins last Saturday, Hernandez had fine velocity on his fastball according to manager Buddy Bell. Trouble was, he couldn't locate it in the strike zone and walked nine to match a franchise record. He did it in just 4 2/3 innings during which he flung 108 pitches, just 52 of them strikes. Bell vowed to have pitching coach Bob McClure work on Hernandez's mechanics between starts.
Player to watch
Coco Crisp is 5-for-12 (.417) against Hernandez in his career with a triple and a home run.
On the Internet
Gameday Audio
Official game notes
On radio
WEEI 850 AM, WROL 950 AM (Español)
Up next
Friday: Orioles (LHP Adam Loewen, 2-3, 5.72) at Red Sox (LHP David Wells, 0-2, 8.05), 7:05 p.m. ET
Saturday: Orioles (RHP Rodrigo Lopez, 8-12, 6.21) at Red Sox (RHP Jason Johnson, 3-11, 5.96), 1:20 p.m. ET
Sunday: Orioles (TBA) at Red Sox (LHP Jon Lester, 5-2, 3.86), 2:05 p.m. ET
Kevin Druley is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
When Democrat Heidi Heitkamp, a former attorney general of North Dakota, ran for senator last year — and she arguably ran the best race in the 2012 cycle — she iterated and reiterated and re-reiterated one message: She wasn't Obama. In a debate with Republican Rick Berg, Heitkamp defended herself against the suggestion that she would kowtow to Washington Democrats, saying, "Congressman Berg will repeatedly talk about Harry Reid and Barack Obama, and I find it interesting, because this morning, when I woke up and brushed my teeth, I looked in the mirror and I did not see a tall, African-American, skinny man."
One of her campaign mailers contained a nearly identical statement. It showed a picture of her standing in front of a full-length mirror, with the caption, "Last time I looked in the mirror, I didn't see a tall, thin man with nuclear launch codes."
Heitkamp's campaign promise that she would be the consummate non-Washingtonian puts her in an unenviable position that showcases the problems facing many so-called prairie populists. While coastal Democrats have comparatively little trouble toeing the party line while simultaneously keeping their constituents happy, Democrats from the heartland and the Rocky Mountain states face special challenges that may or may not prove exploitable by Republicans.
Heitkamp's political deftness didn't evaporate in November. Just before making her first serious break with the Democratic caucus, the freshman senator made a public declaration in favor of gay marriage. One North Dakota political insider who was involved in the 2012 campaign speculated that the timing wasn't a coincidence. While a number of other congressional Democrats were also voicing support for same-sex marriage in the days surrounding the hearings on the Defense of Marriage Act and Proposition 8 before the Supreme Court, Heitkamp's timing had a particular purpose.
There are two issues — gay marriage and gun control — on which rank-breaking isn't taken lightly by the Democratic leadership these days. The North Dakota insider tells National Review that Heitkamp could get away with breaking ranks on one of those two, but not both. She picked guns. And we shall see how that works out for her.
Prairie populists skew a little more socially conservative than most of their colleagues (Senator Max Baucus of Montana notably justified his opposition to the Manchin-Toomey background-check amendment by simply saying, "Montana"), but some of them have an oddly high comfort level with economic policies that are farther left than even their coastal Democratic peers can take. For instance, Brian Schweitzer, the former governor of Montana, was an outspoken advocate of a single-payer health-care system; he didn't think the Affordable Care Act went far enough. He was also an outspoken gun-lover. And when he was term-limited out of office, his approval ratings were in the 60s.
Heitkamp's North Dakota is amenable to a similar streak of Wild West progressivism. For instance, though the state has recently found prosperity because of oil, it also has the distinction of being the only state with a state-owned bank and grain mill. And not too long ago, there was a push for a state-owned oil refinery. One state-owned bank, one abortion clinic — that just about sums up the situation in the Saudi Arabia of the Great Plains.
As things stand, national Democrats haven't been kind to the freshman prairie populist. Bill Daley, White House chief of staff in 2011–12, wrote a biting op-ed in the Washington Post shortly after the vote expressing regret at having supported Heitkamp. One line in particular could make members of Camp Heitkamp uncomfortable: "I'll have some advice for my friends in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles: Just say no to the Democrats who said no on background checks."
That could be especially problematic for Heitkamp because North Dakotans are none too generous with political contributions. Thus most politicians in the state rely on outside support. The North Dakota Democratic party, according to political blogger Rob Port, got more than three-quarters of its support from out of state last year. So that's one factor North Dakota Democrats have to bear in mind when balancing political ambitions with state loyalty.
Even so, one Washington Democratic insider who spoke with National Review was puzzled by the vitriol Heitkamp has received from national Democrats. "They're recruiting moderate Democrats," she says. "They're recruiting people who are from red states because they can win in red states. And when they act like moderates, people are surprised."
Republicans in the past have taken advantage of the tension between the views of red-state voters and some of their more left-wing representatives — the ousting of Tom Daschle being the most obvious example — but they're hit-or-miss at it. Learning how to capitalize on that tension could be key to helping Republicans take back the Senate, especially given that there will be open seats in Montana and South Dakota when Senators Baucus and Tim Johnson retire. With Manchin making noise about reopening the gun-control fight, Heitkamp risks alienating herself from national Democrats if she digs in her heels, but from her constituents if she doesn't. She and her prairie-populist compadres might not be Obama, but for Democratic voters between the Rockies and the Appalachians, that might not be enough.
— Betsy Woodruff is a William F. Buckley Fellow at the National Review Institute.


text:
Flowing rocker-dude locks? Check. Acid-washed jean jackets? Yes. Searing rendition of the speed-metal classic "Creeping Death"? Metallica rules! Wait, was its lead singer always a 19-year-old girl?
Gina Gleason — vocalist and lead guitarist of the tribute band Misstallica — makes a convincing James Hetfield. This is a testament to her shredding, since she's not wearing a costume. The four ladies of the Philadelphia-based group — who range in age from 16 to 26 — aim to capture the metal essence of Metallica, which comes pretty naturally.
"This is how we dress every day anyway," Gleason explains. "If you look at Metallica in the '80s, they're just wearing old jeans and rockin' it out. We try to keep it old-school."
Metal fans will be glad to hear that this means high fidelity to Metallica's first four records: "Kill 'Em All," "Ride the Lightning," "Master of Puppets" and "…And Justice For All." The group plays nothing produced later than 1988.
"We love all Metallica, of course," Gleason says. "But a lot of people are not too fond of that later stuff." So, no lighters hoisted for the 1991 ballad "The Unforgiven"?
"No. We would not play that," she deadpans. "We would also not play 'Enter Sandman.'"
This purist approach has been winning the group loyal fans since it formed three years ago at Philly's School of Rock, a music program for kids ages 7 to 18 in which bassist Teddi Tarnoff was an instructor and the rest of the band were students. Since then, the group has toured the East Coast and made its way across the U.K. twice. Misstallica will hit the West Coast later this year, potentially doing some dates with the L.A.-based Iron Maidens — an all-female tribute to Iron Maiden.
Opening Friday's show at Sonar in Baltimore will be Queen Diamond, a band featuring three members of Misstallica that channels the '80s shock-rock stylings of King Diamond. That means that most of the bands' members play two full sets, one after the other, "which makes for an interesting night."
"We have sort of a rivalry," Gleason says. "Queen Diamond will come on and trash-talk Misstallica: 'They suck!'"
Sonar, 407 E. Saratoga St., Baltimore; Fri., 8 p.m., $12; 410-783-7888, Sonarbaltimore.com.


text:
This group is made up of organized, dedicated animal lovers of all ages. Their work has made it possible for many, many families to keep their beloved pets when otherwise, due to finances, they would have to give them up. These volunteers often drive through miserable conditions (this is Vermont!) to get this food distributed to those in need.
PAWSitive pantry is just the best. The provide a much needed and appreciated service to the community animals in these times of need. They have organised some innovative,imaginative and fund raising events here in the Mad River Valley and regardless of the harsh weather conditions, they meet every week to pack food for the Animal food shelf. The Dogs of the Mad River Valley, including mine, say a BIG thank you to Jen and the team!


text:
Greetings from HHS Principal
Dear Editor,
As the principal of Hathaway High School, it is an honor to have the opportunity to serve such an outstanding community. It is my desire to work with you, your child, and the faculty/staff to continue to foster a strong sense of community in order to continue growing in excellence.
During my 13 years in education, I have taught students at all grade spans as well as served as a school administrator. From the varied experiences throughout my career, I have learned that the best method to increase and maintain high student achievement is to foster strong relationships where the administration, faculty/staff, parents, and community collaborate in order to best meet the needs of their students.
I truly believe strong partnerships between schools and families lead to academic success for all students. Therefore, I invite you to visit your school, and to actively participate in your child's education. This participation may come in a variety of forms including: joining the PTC, working as a volunteer at the school, and/or communicating questions/concerns to our teachers and administrative team.
Again, I am thrilled about being a member of the wonderful community of Hathaway.
With Hornet Pride, I remain,
Gratefully yours,
Jeremy J. Fuselier
Short URL: https://www.jenningsdailynews.net/?p=27725


text:
New Adventures for Older Workers
Political editor Christina Bellantoni interviewed data producer Elizabeth Shell about the in-depth interactive, New Adventures for Older Workers, on the lessons learned, pitfalls, whys and hows of the project. People are putting off retirement. More workers are punching timecards well … Continue reading
Joel Peters, 62, plans on working as a paramedic for as long as he can perform the physically demanding job. Video shot and produced by David Pelcyger. Sixty-two isn't too old to be a paramedic, at least according to Joel … Continue reading
Professor Ronald Stockton is happy leading his classes on long hikes through the cemeteries of metro Detroit. He'll only retire when he can no longer inspire his eager students at the University of Michigan, Dearborn. Ronald Stockton has been teaching … Continue reading
Video shot and produced by David Pelcyger. When Floridian Mike Kemp bought a bike store in 2001, he had no problem pulling 40-pound bikes off the top shelf. Now 69 and with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), each box moves … Continue reading
Video shot and produced by David Pelcyger Next week, PBS NewsHour will launch an interactive project on the so-called "death of retirement." Many of us will continue to work well past the traditional retirement age either because we want to … Continue reading


text:
Pranksters at Carleton College in Minnesota turned their Goodsell Observatory into a giant R2-D2 (more pics and a video below). It even makes the R2-D2 sounds (all of which translate into swearwords in robot language, I'll bet). And although MIT did something similar to their Great Dome eleven years ago, I like the Carleton prank better. It makes the R2-D2 noises, and I am very easily amused.
All the modifications made were designed not to damage the building or interfere with its function. Yo, dawg, I heard you like stars, so now you can look at stars in a Star Wars character while you eat chicken and stars soup with Star Jones (she works for soup now).
[Sources: io9, /film, scifisquad]


text:
Liaqat Inayat
Liaqat is one of the very few traditional Heer singers, based in Lahore he recently completed the audio recording of the whole text of Heer (Thirty three hours) by great Punjabi poet Waris Shah at Lahore Chitrkar. The complete Heer, sung in traditional style is in the process of designing/production and will be made public very soon.
Courtesy: Lahore Chitrkar.


text:
Like portrait painting, massage demands skillful hands, bold strokes, and a subject who can sit still. Become a human canvas with this Groupon.
Choose Between Two Options
- $35 for one 60-minute Swedish massage (a $70 value)
- $69 for two 60-minute Swedish massages (a $140 value)<p>
New Beginnings Massage Therapy
The licensed massage therapists at New Beginnings Massage Therapy soothe stressed physiques with a full menu of massage modalities. Therapists calibrate the amount of pressure to please each back, working over muscles with the techniques of standard Swedish, deep-tissue, and hot-stone treatments or specialized prenatal, reflexology, and cranial massages. The staff also promotes healthy skin with paraffin-wax dips for the hands and feet, sugar scrubs, and seaweed body wraps for homesick mermaids.
In addition to enlivening bodies with a sense of well-being, New Beginnings Massage Therapy also inspires joy by raising support for the Down Syndrome Association.


text:
By now, it's clear that Netflix deserves credit for the success AMC Networks ( AMCX) has seen licensing the streaming service past seasons of shows such as Mad Men and The Walking Dead. Both companies acknowledge that many viewers decided to tune into the current seasons of these shows after discovering them on Netflix. I'm not necessarily one for anecdote, but I do believe in synchronicity. Over the weekend, I discovered a show I never knew existed -- Louie, the FX show starring comedian Louie C. K. I am blowing through the first two seasons and plan to watch the current run on FX. I would guess, independent of my experience, thousands (maybe millions?) of others have had the same experience. There are those words again - discovery and experience. Pandora ( P) set the discovery trend in music. Netflix likely just stumbled upon the phenomenon in video. But more power to them. Now they just have to leverage their ability to be a discovery service in more ways than one. Netflix must also continue to do a better job creating an experience for its users. It's Reed Hastings' task to envision ways to make that happen. As I have rarely questioned his status as a visionary, I have confidence he will get it done. Netflix, whether it admits it openly or not, has moved away from the strategy it invented -- buying up any and all streaming content a programmer is willing to sell. That's pretty much what Amazon.com ( AMZN) is: a poorly focused smorgasbord of random content. I subscribe to both services and that's my experience. I plan to give NFLX another several weeks to settle into another range. Once it does -- and that could quite possibly be closer to or even below $50 -- I intend to get long the stock via a buy-write strategy using weekly and/or monthly calls. Follow @RoccoPendola This article is commentary by an independent contributor, separate from TheStreet's regular news coverage.
- Log In
- Newsletters
Access insights and guidance from our Wall Street pros. Find the product that's right for you.
- Action Alerts PLUS
- Daily Swing Trade
- Income Seeker
- Quant Ratings
- Real Money
- Real Money Pro
- Stocks Under $10
- Top Stocks
- Trifecta Stocks
- Real Money Pro Portfolio
- Chairman's Club
- Compare All


text:
Paleontologists have unearthed what may have been the most terrifying fisheater in history: a 3-meter-tall dinosaur that sported claws like giant meat hooks and a crocodilelike snout. The discovery of this beast, described in tomorrow's Science, sheds light on the evolution of a peculiar group of dinosaurs called the spinosaurids.
Spinosaurids are a poorly known subset of theropods, two-legged carnivores such as Tyrannosaurus and Velociraptor. The first specimen was unearthed in Egypt in 1912, but destroyed during the bombing of Munich in World War II. Additional bones of Spinosauruslike predators have since turned up in Niger, Brazil, and Europe. But recently, an international team of paleontologists led by Paul Sereno of the University of Chicago found a relatively complete specimen in the Ténéré Desert of central Niger. By analyzing the new fossil, which they have christened Suchomimus tenerensis, Sereno and his colleagues have determined that the 100-million-year-old spinosaurid skull is even more elongate and crocodilian than previously thought.
The find could force major revisions to the history of spinosaurids, which were thought to have evolved into separate species in the Southern and Northern hemispheres. The African Suchomimus appears to be more closely related to a northern spinosaurid, Baryonyx of Europe, than to the southern spinosaurids found in Egypt and Brazil. These northern dinosaurs may have colonized Africa via a land bridge across the Tethys seaway, located in what is now the mid-Atlantic Ocean. "This finding will add significant information to the idea that there was traffic across the Tethys seaway during the Cretaceous Period," says Sereno.
A striking feature of the skull is its similarity to ancient crocodilians, implying a fish-eating diet, says Thomas Holtz of the University of Maryland, College Park. The narrow snout, for example, might permit a smoother passage through rivers and lakes, and the cone-shaped teeth would allow the dinosaur to better pierce and grasp a slippery fish. These adaptations may have allowed Suchomimus and other spinosaurs to exploit a fishy food source untapped by other large carnivores, he says.


text:
By no means am I Beyonce's biggest fan. However, I absolutely adore her new video, "Sing A Song." Don't be surprised if you've never heard of it. Why? Because the track is performed by Beyonce's latest alter ego, a cartoon character named Shine, who happens to front an animated girl group -- Wubb Girlz -- on upcoming episodes of Nickelodeon's hit series "Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!"
For more info on Beyonce's new band, check out this blog, and don't forget to let me know what you think of the supercute song and vid!
OMG! We've been nominated for a Webby Award. Vote for omg! in the Celebrity/Fan category!


text:
Featured Interviews:
Latest Interview
Setting up WordPress Multisite will allow you to test many websites at once, and add more websites as your needs grow. And you can do it for under $25 a year for hosting, with as many domain names as you like.
This video walks you through exactly what you need to do to sign up for a hosting account, set up WordPress, activate multisite, and a different domain name per website.
Michael Cyger July 23, 2012 64
More Interviews
Signup for the DomainSherpa Newsletter
DomainSherpa founder and publisher Michael Cyger created the ultimate accelerated learning system for domain name investing. Want a $50 discount coupon?
Sign up for the DomainSherpa newsletter below.
PLUS, you'll receive a free copy of the ebook entitled "Turning a $12,750 Profit on One Domain Name in 6 Months."


text:
Bruce Gregori Live!
Live tunes, food, beer..need we say more? Have some pints or build some flights! Bruce Gregori goes on at 6:30pm! Order some Zuppardi's Apizza, Grab a Snak or Hartford Baking Co. Giant Pretzel & lets kick it! Hoppy Hour 4pm-6pm $1.00 off Beers $3.50 Glasses of Wine (half price) $5.00 House Tap Cocktails
THC The Hops Company
77 Sodom Ln, Derby, CT
More Dates


text:
For the uninitiated, a local Boston Celtics broadcast — which those of us outside of Beantown are privy to via NBA League Pass — can be tough enough to watch, what with color analyst/Hall of Famer Tommy Heinsohn's perpetual complaining. (At one point during Celtics/Jazz last night, Tommy took a break from ripping the refs when he thought Rajon Rondo had a three-point play, and was busy praising Rondo before he was cut off mid-sentence and informed the bucket didn't count. "WHAT?!?" yelled a stunned Tommy, who promptly forgot what he was saying before and resumed ripping the refs.) But last night was an even bigger test on the ears, as Tommy was verbally abusing the poor guy filling in for regular play-by-play partner Mike Gorman. "I'll send you back to the studio!" Tommy half-jokingly barked one time. And when the fill-in dropped an admittedly awkward, "Kendrick Perkins IS A MAN!!" war cry after a Perkins dunk, Tommy was all over him.
While Heinsohn and Gorman are probably the League's most respected local announcing crew, whether or not you actually like them probably has a lot to do with how you feel about the Celtics as a team. No one questions the basketball insight Tommy and Mike bring to the table, but while their overt homer-ism can be fun and endearing, it's often grating and sometimes just insufferable.
Me? I grew up spoiled. As a Sonics fan in Seattle, I got to listen to play-by-play man Kevin Calabro, one of the best in the business, a guy who will make any color analyst sound good. Calabro's on-air partner during my formative years was Marques Johnson, the UCLA and NBA alum/actor, and they formed a microphone juggernaut during the height of the Shawn Kemp/Gary Payton era.
With the Sonics out of the picture and Calabro stuck doing college games in the area, my adopted new favorite team, the Pacers, has exposed me to Chris Denari on play-by-play and color analyst Quinn Buckner. While they're not quite Calabro/Johnson, I like Denari and Buckner. They're informative and entertaining as a team, Buckner's pre-announcing basketball resume is legit (a key component for at least one member of every announce crew), and while they're obviously pro-Pacers, they're not crazy homers. Overall, they're a solid B, maybe a B+.
Grade your team's on-air announcers…


text: Hey everyone ! Just wondering if i could have some advice please !! I just purchased a wonder media 8650, its got a green(on) / red(charging) light as it seems it makes a diffrence ??? Can anyone tell me what steps i need to take to upgrade to Uberoid as it seems the best option ! At the moment it seems a bit slow and has crashed completetly a few times with android 2.3.3 Any advice would be very greatfull. Thanks


text:
Greetings truth-seekers and congratulation for you have come to the right place. We assure you this is no empty claim! So please, read on and decide for yourself.
The main purpose of this site is to provide a comprehensive catalogue of recent UFO sightings in Australia. We also have an Australian UFO history page, and photograph section with details about the images. Of course no site would be complete without some global perspective and our worldwide UFO photos are as extensive a collection as they come. Some of the pictures come from NASA sources, some from the U.S. military and elsewhere, but most of the images have previously been scientifically analysed to rule out hoaxes or photo tampering. These in our view are some of the best UFO images available.
But for the real truth as seen through the eyes of the United States Government see our U.S.A. 'won't say' section. Finally, and to really get you wondering we have compiled some very factual based UFO and alien theories that could change your life. Or, report your Australian UFO sighting here.
As if it needs mentioning but the reason for the scarcity of real and tangible evidence to finally prove that real alien spacecraft do visit our world is that; a) the aliens do not want to make themselves known to the general populace yet, and
b) the governments of our planet agree with them.
Knowledge of extra-terrestrial visitors would have disastrous consequences to, well, pretty much everything! We have indeed a fragile system of necessary absolutes. Whatever the extent of the outcome, one thing public knowledge would spell would be change, the knowledge that we are not alone WOULD cause significant change of some kind, good or bad. Governments do not like drastic change. In particular the United States Government, who has invested vast resources over many years into the UFO enigma, and fiercely guards her data. United States legislation also includes a law banning its citizens from contact with extra-terrestrials, punishable by arrest, a fine and a jail sentence. Other nations humbly defer to America's authority with regards to the UFO matter.
In 1978 the United Nations demanded the first International UFO Statistics and recorded 63,144 potential encounters between 1947 and 1978. A 1980s Gallop poll revealed that over 1.6 million Australians claim to have seen a UFO (a 1996 poll found that 72% of Americans believe in extra-terrestrial life). So we do not need an affirmation of their existence from our respective governments. Surely there can no longer be any doubt. Alien visitors are here today, now. The real question is what do these aliens want? Are they going to kill us or turn us into slaves? Could they actually be our ancestors? The truth is that only the aliens know why they are here. Fair enough, so let us look at what we do know.
We do know that around 10-30 thousand years ago something strange occurred in the evolution of Homo-Sapiens. The famous 'missing link'. For unknown reasons a new breed of human appeared and existed alongside Neanderthal man in Europe, and Cro-Magnon man in the Middle East. He did not evolve from them, he just appeared with no discernible evolutionary history. This new 'kind' of man had lost most of his body hair but had developed fatty tissue instead to keep him warm, and sweat glands to keep him cool. He walked upright and unlike his nomadic-stone-tool-hunter-gatherer-semi-primate-tree-and-cliff-dwelling friends, he lived in fairly permanent-monogamous-pair-law-making-technology-oriented-society. This sudden and huge leap in mankind's development cannot be explained, should be completely impossible, yet it did occur.
Another reality is that our Milky Way galaxy contains approximately 200 billion stars. Astro-physicists estimate that around 60% of these stars are contained in similar clusters to ours, with our group of nine planets in orbit around our sun. By the way, our sun is a G-2 type star, with a life span of some 12 billion years. It is less than 4 billion years old. With such a youthful sun Earth could be considered prime cosmic real estate! There are 47 of these similar sun-planet clusters within a vicinity of 16 light years to Earth alone. The statistical probability, as affirmed by numerous scientists and experts around the world, is high that life exist s on at least some of the planets in our galaxy. There is absolutely no reason to think it would not. In fact, why not view the actual equation to demonstrate the factors necessary for life (also picture of birth of a star).
But since our sun is cosmically very young, that means that most of the other stars, (and associated civilisations), in the Milky Way are much older. If we look at what the human race has achieved over the last 50 years try to imagine what the next 100 years will bring. What about 500 years from now, or 2000 years. Star Trek here we come! We'll be zooming around the galaxy by then! What about a civilisation that was 10,000 years older than us, or even 50,000 years older than us? They would be capable of just about anything. Crossing space would be a breeze. Even we have our own Theory of Relativity which explains how in faster than light travel time almost stops. Thus one could travel vast distances at this speed (300,000km per second, earth to sun in 8 minutes) and still be there at the end of the trip. One light year equals 10 trillion km (10,000,000,000,000,000km).
Although it is likely that there is more than one way to travel these huge distances. The vacuum space left by a collapsing star is said to be a quantum field of zero-time, where you can move forward through space and backwards through time. Einstein named this a Rossel Bridge. The point is that there is nothing to disprove the very real probability that if aliens did exist in a far off planet they would surely have the technology to travel to our space, because we will soon have the technology to travel to theirs.
Even if one does not believe that extra-terrestrials exist on Earth right now, it has to be said that there must be at least a possibility of their existence somewhere in our vast universe. Everything points to this. One cannot completely rule out extra-terrestrial existence, it should not be ignored. So for the sceptical reader, please enjoy the site and prepare to be awakened!!!
Back to top of page.
Report an Australian UFO sighting here.
Email Australia's UFO Connection with any comments or suggestions.
We are based in Perth and welcome all correspondence.
<ISML TYPE="counter" OPTION=graphic_odometer>

<IMG SRC="http://images.about.com/affiliates/midimusic/midimusicB.gif" BORDER="0" WIDTH="468"

<A HREF="http://service.bfast.com/bfast/


text: | Key voices from battleground states talk about Campaign 2012: Gov. Bob McDonnell, R-Va., former Gov. Ted Strickland, D-Ohio, former Gov. Ed Rendell, D-Penn., and Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla. Plus, an interview with Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. And, a roundtable with Michael Crowley, Julianna Goldman, Nancy Cordes and Jan Crawford.


text:
This star rating is the opinion of the property owner only. A Self-Rated hotel has not been assessed by the AA or Visit Britain, whose official star ratings we use across LateRooms.com.
The Historic Powhatan Resort by Diamond Resorts3 Self rated
3601 Ironbound Rd, Williamsburg, 23188
Price FromView Rooms
This hotel doesn't have any reviews yet.
About the hotel
Property Location
With a stay at The Historic Powhatan Resort by Diamond Resorts in Williamsburg, you'll be next to a golf course and close to Greensprings Greenway Interpretative Trail and Williamsburg National Golf Club. This family-friendly condo is within close proximity of College of William and Mary and Muscarelle Museum of Art.
Make yourself at home in one of the 845 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves.
Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this condo include complimentary wireless Internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite at the condo's restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner, or grab a snack at a coffee shop/café. Relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge or a poolside bar.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Read MoreLess
Facilities Show/hide
- Main
- 24 Hour Reception, Laundry/Valet Service, Childrens Facilities - Indoor
- Parking
- Car parking available onsite
- Business
- Meeting Facilities, Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas, Business Centre
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Leisure
- Gymnasium, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Tennis Courts
Useful Info Show/hide
- From 14:00 hours
- By 10:00 hours
- Up to 8 years old
- You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property. Know Before You Go Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Fees The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Breakfast fee: between USD 8 and USD 15 per person (approximately) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Mandatory Fees and Taxes You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the hotel: Deposit: USD 100 per stay Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night The hotel resort fee includes: Pool access Fitness center access Business center/computer access Internet access Self parking Additional inclusions We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. The price shown is based on the occupancy and dates you have searched for. Prices and availability are subject to change based on the arrival date, number of nights and occupancy searched for. All prices are inclusive of all local taxes.
- Pets are not allowed
Customer Reviews
Our reviews are from genuine LateRooms.com customers. We verify that the customer has stayed before leaving a review.
No reviews yet


text:
Republican Tom Emmer's campaign for governor reports raising $2.8 million. Emmer's campaign said in a news release that Emmer $2.58 million in 2010. He reports having $461,152 left in the bank when the books were closed on October 19th. The Minnesota Campaign Finance Board are scheduled to release the reports tomorrow at 8AM. Here's the full release from Emmer's campaign:
The Tom Emmer for Governor Campaign today released the summary of the Pre-General Election Finance Report. The campaign has brought in a total of
$2.8 millionthis campaign, more than $1.7 million since the July report.
"Over the last sixteen months Tom Emmer has worked tirelessly to connect with Minnesotans from throughout this great state as he's campaigned for governor," said Cullen Sheehan. "He has spread a vision of government living within its means and spurring economic growth to put Minnesotans back to work. These fundraising totals affirm that his vision for Minnesota is one that resonates."
The fundraising total includes over $2 million from individual contributors in 2010. The campaign has collected $2.69 million in 2010 and $114,802 in 2009. The report will show
$461,152cash on hand.
Update: The Emmer campaign misreported the campaign finance figures by $108,000 to their advantage. Emmer campaign spokesman Carl Kuhl says there was a software glitch that prompted the computer to consider $108,000 as a receipt instead of a transfer.
The up to date numbers are:
total raised $2.589 million
Cash on Hand is $352,723.


text:
Our Benefactors
- McNair Scholars Emily Andreoli and Miller Hane were delighted to meet their donors, Janice and Robert McNair at the spring dinner.
- The McNair Scholar Class of 2015 did not miss a photo opportunity with Mr. and Mrs. McNair, their scholarship donors.
- Anne Gregg meets up with her Carolina Scholars at the spring dinner. From left, Larahee Parikh, Nina Panvelker, and David Leggett.
- The Graybills have been long-time Carolina Scholar donors. Kyle Harper, of Columbia, is their current scholar.
- Penny and Roe Stamps are the donors for the University's Stamps Carolina Scholars, a new scholarship award established in 2013. Photo courtesy of Scott Soderberg, University of Michigan Photo Services.
Carolina Scholar Award Donors
Carolina Scholar Awards are made possible by the contributions of individuals, corporations, and foundations. The University Development Office develops and maintains relationships with donors of Carolina Scholar Awards. Private support of this and other programs enables the University of South Carolina to attract academically talented students and provide the margin of excellence in all academic programs.
Click here for a listing of the Carolina Scholar Award Donors.
Stamps Scholar
Award Donors
Stamps Scholar Awards are made possible through a partnership with the Stamps Family Charitable Foundation. In 2006, Penny and E. Roe Stamps IV of Miami, Florida created undergraduate merit scholarship programs at their alma maters, and have expanded the program to 40 foundation partners, including the Stamps Scholars in 2013. Roe Stamps is a South Florida financier, venture capitalist, and co-founder of Summit Partners in Boston. Penny Stamps is the president of the Stamps Foundation and devotes her time to charitable causes.
The Stamps Family Charitable Foundation Website
McNair Scholar Award Donors
McNair Scholar Awards are made possible by the generosity of University alumnus Robert C. McNair and his wife, Janice, of Houston, Texas. The original gift of $20 million was made in 1998 to begin the program, and an additional $10 million was added in 2008 - 10 years later - to ensure its longevity. The scholarship program exists to recruit the nation's best college freshmen to the University - those who exhibit outstanding scholarship and leadership. McNair is founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of the Houston Texans.
Click here for a full biography of Robert C. McNair.
The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation Website www.mcnairfoundation.org


text:
Durban - Two "whoonga" addicts have been shot during a daring vigilante attempt by Mayville residents who wanted to retrieve their stolen property from a notorious park drug den – the new "Whoonga Park"– near Che Guavara (Moore) Road.
Also, an ill woman nearby died, apparently from shock after hearing the gunshots.
The residents had abducted a man they had found at 3am in Mayville. Bleeding from his face, the man admitted to the Daily News that had been doing "bad things".
"They asked me about their stuff which was stolen and beat me until I confessed to knowing where it was," he said.
A source said the Mayville men claimed that homes had been broken into the area in the past week and they wanted their goods back.
At around 7am, they drove the man to King Dinuzulu park where the whoonga addicts congregate in a mini-van.
Sandile Mabaso, who witnessed the incident, said they initially thought it was police but when they saw the "informant" being beaten inside the car, they approached.
"When we surrounded the car, one of the guys pulled out a gun. We dragged him out of the car and he shot (at us) as he was trying to run away." Mabaso said the car hit some people as the driver frantically tried to manoeuvre out of the park with the gun-wielding passenger running on foot.
Nonhlanhla Mthembu, 34, said she was sleeping next to her friend and brother when they were awoken by the shots. "We watched from under the covers as the man with the gun fired shots into the air. More and more people surrounded him so he shot at them before they sped off," she said.
It was a while before she realised her brother Mnqobi, 21, had been shot.
"The bullet hit him on his neck and his shoulder."
She called for help but many of the addicts were chasing the car on foot.
Durban Central Police station spokesman, Captain Khephu Ndlovu, said police had cut off the residents as they made their getaway on Che Guevera Road and arrested them. A 9mm pistol and seven live rounds were recovered.
Back-up police, including Durban Tactical Response, Metro and Mayville police, had to be called in as the mob of addicts stood off with police, baying for blood.
A line of police cars kept them at bay and they were eventually escorted back to "Whoonga Park". It was then that the wounded were found.
They were carried in blankets by other addicts to receive medical care near King Dinuzulu Park. Mthembu was shot in the neck and shoulder. Another man in the foot and the third man had been beaten.
When the commotion seemed to be dying down, police were approached by addicts who said their friend had died. Nompumelolo Buthelezi said she had been sleeping with Mbali Mkhize when they were startled by the gunshots.
"Mbali panicked and died from the shock." Buthelezi stood over the body of her friend which was covered in a blanket.
She did not bother to swipe away the flies buzzing around her face and body.
Ndlovu said the seven Mayville men would be charged with attempted murder.
Ndlovu said police would not tolerate people taking the law into their own hands.
Daily News


text: Afternoon all, had my S3 Sportback for just over a week now, recent baby meant that my S2000 had to go I gave her a clean at the weekend, but baby duties meant that she didn't get the full machine polish and detailing that I would have liked, but I did get her waxed and winter ready. I've got myself a Black S3 Sportback, Black leather, sat nav, lecky seats, Bose, cruise control, ipod, bluetooth, parking sensors, mag ride, privacy blinds, flat bottom steering wheel, lecky seats, roof rails, plus all the other usual kit (any maybe some other bits that I haven't found yet) I'm sure I'll have a stack of questions once I start playing will all the toys. I don't tend to modify my cars these days, lean more towards keeping them standard, clean and generally well maintained, plus I have a lot less spare time these days. Previous car history: Honda S2000 - Black 306 GTi6 - Black Nova 1.6 GSi - Black Nova 1.4 SRi - Red Nova 1.2 Luxe+ - Red Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Car - Red Cheers, Dave.


text:
Glasstream 360 SCX: Go Fast Fishing
See what happens when you mix an offshore racing hull with center console practicality.
August 22, 2014
If you watched any television in the 1980s, you likely remember seeing Miami Vice's Sonny Crockett and Rico Tubbs chasing down drug kingpins in a Wellcraft Scarab 38 KV. You probably remember the Armani jackets, Ray Ban Wayfarers, and white loafers, too.
So when I saw (and survived) a Miami Vice rerun on late-night television recently, it got me to wondering: if the Wellcraft wasn't an option, what would Crockett and Tubbs' boating weapon of choice be today? Well, it might very well be the flashy Glasstream 360 SCX, a boat with the convenient layout of a center console, and the speed and performance of a serious speed boat.
The Glasstream 360 SCX is built in Panama City, FL, inside a modern manufacturing facility that uses the latest in composite boatbuilding techniques. That means you won't find a splinter of wood in any of Glasstream's boats. The hull is hand-laid using multi-directional fabrics and is further strengthened with an integral foam-filled fiberglass stringer. Every Glasstream boat carries a 10-year hull warranty.
Design cues for the 360 SCX come from offshore racing boats. That means it has a knife-like entry and deep-vee hull with a whopping 24 degrees of transom deadrise, for starters. Add in a lightweight (7,100 pounds) hull with a two-step running surface, tip it with three 300-horsepower Mercury Verado four-stroke outboards, and you've got yourself a 75-mph boat. A 275-gallon fuel tank means the 360 SCX has the range to get out to the big ones, too.
The forward 25 percent of the 360 SCX is dominated by a large cuddy. Just inside it to port you'll find a small wet bar with sink, compact refrigerator (optional), and limited stowage. The aft starboard corner features an entertainment center that can be configured with all sorts of optional gadgets, including a flat-screen television, high-end satellite stereo, and DVD player. The V-berth converts to a full-size berth with a simple drop-in filler cushion and it is nicely ventilated and lighted by a large opening overhead hatch. The head on this boat is situated under the center-console unit behind a gas-assisted, upward-swinging access panel. That means you'll have to leave the privacy of the cuddy if nature calls in the middle of the night.
The 360 SCX has a roomy and clean deck layout that is open enough for fishing maneuvers, but still has plenty of seating. Up forward are two upholstered benches that border either side of the cuddy's companionway, while back aft is an L-shaped lounge with padded backrest. An additional seat is located on the front end of the center-console unit. Two heavily bolstered seats make up the leaning post setup behind the helm, which is supported by rugged, sturdy pipework.
Speaking of the helm, I found it to be nicely laid out with perfect steering wheel and engine control placement. The engine gauges are situated at eye level, and are easy to read. That said, those of you wanting to install dual multifunction displays are out of luck; there's only room for one. That's primarily because of the engine instrumentation, but also because the whole dash is relatively narrow in size. It may not be a deal breaker for everyone, but it's worth considering if fishing gizmos and gadgets are part of your game.
If you've ever gone faster than 70 mph on a boat, then you know that it's enough to make you feel as if the skin is being peeled back from your face. Sure, that's part of the fun, but I was hoping to see more of the glass protection many boats in this class have (think Everglades, Cobia, and Boston Whaler), that the 360 SCX doesn't. There is a molded Plexiglas windshield, but it isn't high enough and doesn't provide nearly enough protection from the wind—especially at the 75 mph this boat is capable of. There are plenty of places to hold on, though, especially with the optional hardtop and its supporting pipework.
The 360 SCX may look like it's all flash and no fishing, but you'd be wrong to think that. Hop aboard and you'll find twin, aerated 30-gallon livewells, three big fish lockers with macerator plumbing, lots of rod stowage under the gunwales, deck-mounted rod holders, pop-up cleats, and low-profile forward railing.
I like the bolstering around the gunwale, too. It's not just nice for overall comfort, but hook into a chunky yellowfin tuna and you'll find out why it's a thoughtful fishing feature, too. Transom access is limited, due to the expansive array of outboards back there, but there is a transom walk-through for boating bigger fish.
|Draft (hull)
|24 degrees
|7,100 lbs
|Fuel capacity
|275 gal.
|Water capacity
|45 gal.
Crockett and Tubbs likely wouldn't make a big fuss about all the great fishing features on this boat, but they'd sure like the statement its performance and design make. If going fast and getting to the fish quicker than just about anyone else piques your interest, then the Glasstream 360 SCX is worth a look.
Other Choices: For other performance-oriented boats of this size, also consider the Jupiter 38, Everglades 355 T, or the Wellcraft 35 Scarab Offshore Sport.
See all listings for Glasstream 360 SCX boats.
For more information, visit Glasstream Powerboats.


text:
Nickelblock: How to ban Nickelback from your Internet browser
Not a fan of Nickelback? Fair enough.
Really can't stand the sight of even their name alone? The guys at music news/video website AUX TV have heard your cries for help and created a plugin for Chrome and Firefox browsers that enables you to filter Nickelback from ever appearing during your Web sessions.
Simply click here to learn how their Nickelblock plugin works.
If you feel like taking Nickelback for another spin, you can also read my review of the band's latest album Here and Now (out today) by clicking here.


text:
I looked down at Quincy, who was currently doing a happy dance at my feet. His tail wagged furiously. His owner wrung her hands nervously. I had already examined Quincy and found him to be the picture of health, but his owner was still concerned.
"He's been sneezing a lot the past few days – since we started our house renovations, and then this morning he started gasping – he couldn't catch his breath."
This is a relatively common scenario for a reverse sneezing "emergency". Reverse sneezing is similar to sneezing in that it is a response to an irritated airway. It is pretty dramatic looking, but it is benign, much like a typical sneezing fit. It can occur in response to an irritant in the environment, such as dust. It can also occur seasonally, along with sneezing, in what is likely an allergic response.
I don't get too worked up about reverse sneezing, or sneezing for that matter, unless it accompanied by nasal discharge, a bloody nose, or is so persistent that the dog is having difficulty resting, eating or otherwise living a normal life! If a dog presents with any of these other symptoms then a thorough work up is in order. This workup typically includes blood work, nasal X-rays and a nasal exam under sedation. That being said, for all of the dogs I see with reverse sneezing, only a very small fraction of those ever have something serious as an underlying cause.
I looked at Quincy's owner. "Now don't laugh, but did what he do sound like this?" I asked and launched into my well practiced imitation of a reverse sneeze. (A skill, by the way, that I did not learn in vet school!) Quincy's owner beamed at me, "Oh yes! That is exactly what he did!" I reassured her that as dramatic as it looked, it was not dangerous, and thankfully, Quincy was going to be just fine.
Save this page for later reference
To save pages you will need to login to your account. If you do not yet have an account please register here.
We ask for your details so you can retrieve your saved pages from a secure area.
*indicates required field
By submitting comments to this blog, you are consenting to the following rules:
1. You agree that you are fully responsible for the content that you post. You may not post content that is libelous, defamatory, obscene, abusive, that violates a third party's right to privacy, that otherwise violates any applicable local, state, national or international law, or that is otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, you may not post content that degrades others on the basis of gender, race, class, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual preference, disability or other classification. Language intended to intimidate or to incite violence will not be tolerated. In addition, by posting material on the blog comments, you represent that you have the legal right to reproduce, adapt, display, and distribute this material to others. Petplan will not be held responsible for posted information that may infringe on a third party's copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights.
2. You understand and agree that Petplan may modify and republish the content of your comments. Petplan may monitor user-generated content as it chooses and reserves the right to remove, edit or otherwise alter content that it deems inappropriate for any reason. By posting you agree that your comments may be republished by Petplan online and in print.
3. You understand and agree that the blog comment areas are to be used only for non-commercial purposes. This blog prohibits any actions to solicit funds, promote commercial entities or otherwise engage in commercial activity through the blog comment function.
Thanks for leaving a comment on this page. It will now be sent to our administrator for approval and should be added to this site shortly.
policies by AGCS Marine Insurance Company, an Allianz company
Visit your vet at least once a year to keep your pet protected from preventable diseases.
The information contained in this website is for illustrative purposes only and coverage under any pet insurance policy is expressly subject to the conditions, restrictions, limitations, exclusions and terms of the policy documentation issued by the insurer. Availability of this program is subject to each state's approval and coverage may vary by state.
iHeartMedia and associated personalities are paid endorsers of Petplan. Petplan insurance policies are administered by Fetch Insurance Services, LLC (Fetch Insurance Agency, LLC in Michigan), d/b/a Petplan (Petplan Insurance Agency, LLC in California) and underwritten by XL Specialty Insurance Company, which carries the rating of A+ by S&P, and AGCS Marine Insurance Company, a member of the Allianz Group, (rated A+ A.M. Best). Coverages may not be available in all jurisdictions. Information accurate as of August 2017.
Copyright © 2017 Fetch, Inc. All rights reserved.


text:
FREE SHIPPINGon Orders over $75 (Does not apply to bikes/fitness equipment & oversize packages)
Southside - Megastore312-794-41552540 S WabashM-F 11-7Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Northwest - Megastore773-282-02023255 N. MilwaukeeM-F 12-8Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Northside773-281-22633712 N. HalstedM-F 12-8Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Near North312-266-1700219 W. ErieM-F 11-8Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Our South LoopLocation isNOW CLOSED811 S DesPlaines
The Fuji Addy is a women's-specific hardtail mountain bike designed with more standover clearance and specific components that increase comfort and stability for smaller riders. Fuji's A2-SL double-butted alloy frame is strong, lightweight, and provides a responsive ride, while the Suntour fork offers 100mm of rock and root-taming travel. 27.5-inch wheels and knobby tires roll fast and offer plenty of traction. The 24-speed drivetrain gives you all the gears you need to conquer big climbs, and the Tektro hydraulic disc brakes keep you firmly in control. With narrower handlebars, reach-adjustable brake levers, and a saddle designed to better suit a woman's body, the Addy builds confidence through a safer, more comfortable mountain biking experience.
* Subject to change without notice.
Not yet rated. Be the first to
Write a Review


text:
Ardour fails to draw waveform
I just recorded a track, which seemed fine, then moved it in the mixer window. After that, only half the stereo signal was visibly drawn. At first, I thought Ardour had failed to record a full stereo signal even though I could see the stereo input in the meter. So I recorded the track again, and saw no signal was drawn afterward. On a hunch, I made sure the project was saved, quit, and restarted Ardour. I then saw the full stereo signal drawn in the track.
Does Ardour have any known issues drawing tracks? The version I'm using is 2.8.11, revision 7797.
Related to bug report no 0003465
Yes I've had this issue myself, mostly when recording stereo tracks (which I don't do much), closing and reopening ardour fixes this issue.
During a serious record session, closing & reopening Ardour is rather inconvenient , as the issue surfaces often in the subsequent recordings. An alternate workaround is split the particular region at anywhere and do UNDO.


text:
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Sarah Miles and Liz Repella scored 16 each for No. 9 West Virginia, which pulled away in the second half and handed USF its seventh straight loss, 78-52 on Saturday.
Madina Ali added 10 points for the Mountaineers (19-1, 5-1 Big East), who extended their school-record home winning streak to 30 games.
Andrea Smith scored 16 and twin sister Andrell Smith added 12 for the Bulls (9-11, 0-6), who shot 28 percent (16-of-57) from the field under constant pressure from West Virginia.
"They do a very good job pressuring the ball and getting in the passing lanes," USF coach Jose Fernandez said. "They switch one through five, and if you don't read the defense and open up on cuts, they slide through screens really well and open up on gaps. No other team in our league switches as much as they do."
Miles' layup just before the halftime buzzer put the Mountaineers ahead 35-28. Three minutes into the second half, Miles scored six in a row to start a decisive 19-0 run.
TAMPA 79, NOVA SE 64: Lindsey Watson had 28 points and hit six 3-pointers, and the visiting Spartans (14-3, 6-1 Sunshine State) rallied from a 12-point halftime deficit.
FLA. TECH 57, ECKERD 44: The visiting Panthers pulled away with a late 12-0 run and forced the Tritons (10-7, 4-4 SSC) into 29 turnovers.
SAINT LEO 65, PALM BEACH ATLANTIC 59, OT: Lauren Lee had 21 points and 10 rebounds, and the host Lions (9-9, 2-6 SSC) rallied from an 11-point second-half deficit.
Top 25
NO. 1 BAYLOR 64, TEXAS TECH 51: Brittney Griner had 25 points, seven rebounds and six blocks for the host Bears (18-1, 5-0 Big 12), who won their 15th straight game.
NO. 2 UCONN 66, PITT 46: Maya Moore had 28 points and 11 rebounds, and the host Huskies (18-1, 7-0 Big East) won their sixth straight game.
NO. 4 STANFORD 95, USC 51: Jeanette Pohlen had 21 points and a season-high 12 assists as the host Cardinal (16-2, 7-0 Pac-10) won its 56th straight game at Maples Pavilion.
NO. 6 TEXAS A&M 60, NO. 20 IOWA ST. 51: Danielle Adams had 25 points as the Aggies (17-1, 5-0 Big 12) won their 11th straight game and snapped a 19-game home winning streak by the Cyclones (13-5, 1-3).
NO. 7 XAVIER 82, CHARLOTTE 61: Amber Harris had 27 points and 12 rebounds and the visiting Musketeers (16-2, 5-0 Atlantic-10) overcame a slow start.
NO. 8 UCLA 65, CAL 56: Darxia Morris had a career-high 22 points, Jasmine Dixon made two key baskets down the stretch and the visiting Bruins (16-2, 6-1 Pac-10) held on.
NO. 13 DEPAUL 77, SETON HALL 59: Keisha Hampton and Taylor Pikes had 16 points each for the host Blue Demons (19-2), 6-0 in the Big East for the first time.
NO. 16 GEORGETOWN 60, VILLANOVA 44: Tia Magee had a season-high 18 points and Sugar Rodgers 17 to lead the host Hoyas (15-5, 3-3 Big East).
NO. 21 WISC.-G.B. 87, WISC.-MILWAUKEE 39: Kayla Tetschlag had 20 points and 10 rebounds for the host Phoenix (18-1, 7-0 Horizon League), which won its ninth straight.


text: Preparing for your appointment By Mayo Clinic Staff Print You're likely to start by first seeing your family doctor. However, in some cases when you call to set up an appointment, you may be referred immediately to a doctor trained in brain and nervous system conditions (neurologist). Because appointments can be brief, and because there's often a lot to discuss, it's a good idea to be well-prepared for your appointment. Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment, and what to expect from your doctor. What you can do Be aware of any pre-appointment restrictions. At the time you make the appointment, ask if there's anything you need to do in advance, such as restrict your diet. Write down any symptoms you're experiencing, including any that may seem unrelated to the reason for which you scheduled the appointment. Write down key personal information, including any major stresses, recent life changes, family history of syringomyelia, and any past spinal or back surgeries or injuries you've had. Make a list of all medications, vitamins or supplements that you're taking. Take along any related medical information. If you have past medical reports, MRI scans or CT scans that might relate to your current problem, bring them to your appointment. Take a family member or friend along, if possible. Sometimes it can be difficult to grasp all the information provided to you during an appointment. Someone who accompanies you may remember something that you missed or forgot. Write down questions to ask your doctor. Your time with your doctor is limited, so preparing a list of questions will help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For syringomyelia, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What is likely causing my symptoms or condition? Are there other possible causes for my symptoms or condition? Is it possible my symptoms will get better on their own? What kinds of tests do I need? Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? Is my condition related to my diet or environment? What is the best course of action? What are the alternatives to the primary approach that you're suggesting? Can exercise help? I have other health conditions. How can I best manage them together? Are there any restrictions that I need to follow? Should I see a specialist? Are there any brochures or other printed material that I can take home with me? What websites do you recommend? In addition to the questions that you've prepared to ask your doctor, don't hesitate to ask questions that arise during your appointment. What to expect from your doctorYour doctor is likely to ask you a number of questions. Being ready to answer them may reserve time to go over any points you want to spend more time on. Be as specific as you can when answering. Your doctor may ask: When did you first begin experiencing these symptoms? Have your symptoms been continuous or occasional? How severe are your symptoms? What, if anything, seems to improve your symptoms? What, if anything, appears to worsen your symptoms? What you can do in the meantimeAvoid doing anything that seems to worsen your symptoms. For many people with syringomyelia, straining can trigger symptoms, so try to avoid activities that involve heavy lifting or straining. Also, avoid sharply flexing your neck. Departments & specialtiesSelf-management Aug. 03, 2017 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter References Batzdorf U. Syringomyelia. In: Textbook of the Cervical Spine. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2015. http://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Heiss J, et al. Management of Chiari malformations and syringomyelia. In: Schmidek and Sweet's Operative Neurosurgical Techniques. 6th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2012. http://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Ferri FF. Syringomyelia. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2017. Philadelphia, Pa.: Elsevier; 2017. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Syringomyelia fact sheet. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/syringomyelia/detail_syringomyelia.htm. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Eisen A. Disorders affecting the spinal cord. http://www.uptodate.com/home. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Syringomyelia. National Organization for Rare Disorders. https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/syringomyelia/. Accessed Oct. 17, 2016. Support & resources: Find support. American Syringomyelia and Chiari Alliance Project. http://asap.org/index.php/resources/find-support/. Accessed Oct. 18, 2016. RelatedCT scanNumbness SyringomyeliaOverviewSymptoms & causesDiagnosis & treatmentDiagnosisTreatmentDepartments & specialtiesPreparing for your appointmentSelf-managementMore aboutIn-DepthMultimediaResources Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Store Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. The Last Diet You'll Ever NeedNEW! Mayo Clinic Guide to Integrative MedicineStop Osteoporosis in its TracksMayo Clinic Health LetterThe Mayo Clinic Diet Book Diagnosis & treatmentRequest an AppointmentDiagnosisTreatmentDepartments & specialtiesPreparing for your appointment CON-20209449 Patient Care & Health Information Diseases & Conditions Syringomyelia


text:
Congress Election - Vote for the best Party!
Frank Dobbs
This month the political module has changed.
I am standing for Congress again, but this time you have to vote for the party, not the person
Congress Elections change...
The Independent Labour Party is friendly, constructive and working to get the most fun for all in this game.
I have enjoyed my membership and have confidence that we will be able to achieve the break-out war that everyone needs, to move out into Europe and go "Where No-one Has Gone Before".
Vote Independent Labour Party, and I will do my best to achieve this if I get in.
I hope we get our 'break out' war too. But at the rate we're goin' I hope we don't become the Andy Dufresne of eRep ;___;
Best of luck ,but if you're looking for a "break-out war" you wont get one with eIreland in EDEN
What is this?You are reading an article written by a citizen of eRepublik, an immersive multiplayer strategy game based on real life countries. Create your own character and help your country achieve its glory while establishing yourself as a war hero, renowned publisher or finance guru.


text:
I can't wait to get one of these. Total boutique unique loud snappy analog sound. Novamusik has them for $350. A kick from an MBase and snare from this box and trust me people will know your in the room.
For more info: jomox.de
Out of curiosity, could an endless rotary with updated per parameter values be used for the only value knob on the unit? In the video it looks like he has to match the decay value before it's affected. The possibility of annoyance seems endless as such.
It Sounds great.. a lil overpriced..
My gripe is why dont make some one make a good 16 track sampler … cause this and the DRM MKIII sounds should be SEQUENCED! THe sampler should stream the samples from a card and not load to a very limited internal ram… the MD UW even with drive option and the new electribes that can hold more still are just adding the ability to hold bigger cards.. not hold more samples internally…makes a real difference when auditioning a library a thats few GB's..Roland actually got that on there SP-404 but if you got machines like the DRM and the mbrane why would you want an sp-404, just rambling…


text:
Kid Koala
[gigpress_shows scope=upcoming artist=153 limit=10]
These events where initially created just for fun, but they became a huge success.
Back in 1996, Kid Koala became the first North American artist signed to UK label Ninja Tune. In the years that followed Kid Koala released a string of remixes and toured North America with fellow Ninja artists: Coldcut, DJ Food and DJ Vadim. But it was not long before his skill, innovation, and performance style led him to attract attention from those outside the club community. In 1998, he was invited to join Money Mark's band, and then went on the road to open for the Beastie Boys on their "Hello Nasty" world tour.
In 2000, Ninja Tune released Kid Koala's debut album "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome" which received international praise by the press for having defied expectation. The album featured a video game and a 32-page comic illustrated by Kid Koala himself. Following the release of the album Kid Koala toured extensively in North America and Europe as a member of groups such as Deltron 3030, Lovage, Bullfrog and on his own, opening for some of his favorite artists, Radiohead and Bjork.
While on the road, Kid Koala kept busy with pen to paper, illustrating a 350-page book called "Nufonia Must Fall" which was accompanied by a soundtrack that he composed on the piano. Shortly after the release of this book came the release of his second album, "Some of My Best Friends are DJs" complete with a 50-page comic book and mini chess game. This album was supported by a cabaret-style tour known as "The Short Attention Span Theatre", which featured 3 DJs on 8 turntables, a slide show and a bingo game among other quirky surprises. Following this tour Kid Koala performed DJ sets in Australia, Asia, Europe, Russia, North America and South America, all the while working on a new book.
Kid Koala most recent release on Ninja Tune was, "Your Mom's Favorite DJ" in 2006. On this record he shows that his chosen means of ..the turntable) is used not as a way of showing that he can do faster crabs than anyone else, but as a way of telling stories. Although there is the romance, silent movie comedy and swing that your mother may well smile at and even shake her booty to, the enthralling deftness and complexity you'd expect from Kid Koala is also here – woven together with classic hip hop beats, breaks and generous swathes of heavy guitars.
In 2009, Kid Koala put together 3 "Music to Draw To" performances in Montreal. Basically, he invited people to come and draw while he played records. There was no dancing allowed, but people could enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate, purchase some treats and either draw or do some writing. These events where initially created just for fun, but they became a huge success.
The success of the "Music to Draw to" performances like his other conceptual shows have made it clear that there is an artistic community out there that is looking for more of a marriage between music and the visual arts. As the series progressed, he received more and more requests for us to take our event to other parts of Quebec, North America, Europe… Even South America and South Africa…
Currently Kid Koala is embarking on another journey, that of presenting a project called "The Slew" – live with the former rhythm section of Grammy Award-winning Australian rock band Wolfmother. Featuring drums, bass/keys and DJs working across a truly excessive six turntables, the set with feature raw guitar cuts and heavy beats on a one-time-only tour across North America.
Check him out on MySpace here.
Kid Koala's Montréal : Episode No. 68
Kid Koala | MySpace Music Videos


text:
NetWellness is a global, community service providing quality, unbiased health information from our partner university faculty. NetWellness is commercial-free and does not accept advertising.
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Anesthesia for children
A two year old boy is having surgery. Is there a test to see if he could be allergic to anesthesia? Thanks.
In the strict sense, "allergy" refers to your body's immune system reacting in a harmful way to a drug. In most cases there is no reason to worry about being "allergic to anesthesia". Allergic reactions to the commonly used anesthesia drugs are quite rare. Severe reactions are uncommon ("anaphylaxis") and if recognized early can be successfully treated.
Testing for allergy can be done. For example, tests for allergy to muscle relaxants is available. Testing for latex allergy (gloves) is done in patients who have a history of problems with gloves, balloons or other household items. In a healthy person, adult or child, with no previous history of reactions to anesthetic drugs, there is no reason to do any tests before anesthesia.
Gareth S Kantor, MD
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
School of Medicine
Case Western Reserve University


text:
© 2002-2017
Encyclopaedia Metallum
Best viewed
without Internet Explorer,
in 1280 x 960 resolution
or higher.
|Toxic Zombie Onslaught
|Narration (on "Cheesy Metal Intro"), Guitars (on "Cold Steel Machine")
|Added by: headlocker
|Modified by: Tlacaxipehualiztli
|Added on: 2011-06-02 08:42:43
|Last modified on: 2013-10-17 11:46:00
|Duplicate? Please file a report for merging.


text:
Three workers suffered burns on Wednesday in an accident at luxury electric carmaker Tesla's plant in California, managers said, in the latest blow for the US company.
One victim was seriously injured when a low-pressure aluminum casting press failed at the plant in Fremont, 64 km southeast of San Francisco, said Tesla, which is among the world's most valuable car companies.
"Two sound relatively minor, one more serious," Tesla chief executive Elon Musk told the San Jose Mercury, saying he would visit them in hospital, and "will personally ensure that they receive the best possible care."
The three injured were taken to hospital with second-degree burns, the newspaper reported.
A company statement, cited by the San Francisco Chronicle, said: "There was a failure in a low-pressure aluminum casting press. Three employees were injured by hot metal from that press."
The Fremont Fire Department said on its Twitter feed: "Tesla incident involved pressurized equipment. No fire, no explosion. 3
treated and transported for burns."
Tesla, which makes a $75 000 (R770 000) sedan in heavy demand from well-heeled buyers, saw shares run up 470 percent from January to a record $194.50 earlier this year.
That climb put Tesla among the world's most valuable car companies despite expectations that the company is expected to sell just 21 000 cars this year.
But its shares sank in October after a fire in a Tesla luxury sedan. A widely seen video showed a Model S up in flames on a street near Seattle, Washington.
They also skidded lower earlier this month after a disappointing earnings report. -Sapa-AFP


text:
Ever since Senator Rand Paul ended his long-suffering presidential campaign, the liberty wing of American conservatism has been in flux.
In this eccentric election year, with its squashed prognostications and populist outrages, what, exactly, are libertarians supposed to do now? Some have responded by backing Donald Trump, while others are throwing their support behind Ted Cruz. A few are flirting with Marco Rubio and many more are planning to stay home.
For those who will head to the polls on primary day, the alternatives to Paul hang in the air like malodorous fruit on the Republican Party's gnarled presidential tree. To choose, libertarians will have to wrangle with three frontrunners, each of whom has an eminent defect. I would describe our quandary this way: Donald Trump is unfit to be president, Ted Cruz will say anything to be president, and Marco Rubio would do the wrong things as president.
The easiest of those statements to prove is the one about Trump. The magnate of New York's most worthless boondoggles isn't a serious lawmaker, or even a populist reformer in the mold of Andrew Jackson and William Jennings Bryan. He's a hyper-reactive toddler in cufflinks, saying whatever it takes to win the Republican nomination and bawling every time he encounters a setback. The man who scapegoats illegal immigrants while using them to build his garish edifices, who jokes about women menstruating and hits on his own daughter, has no business joining the pantheon of Lincoln and Reagan. Libertarianism would be debased were it to be associated with Trump.
On the other hand, there is some overlap between Trump's beliefs and those of liberty conservatives, especially on foreign policy. It's difficult not to cheer when Trump trashes the Iraq war and the Libya intervention, even as he simultaneously pledges to steal Middle Eastern oil and revive torture. Also, consider that the ludicrousness of a Trump Oval Office might convince Congress to rein in executive power, a goal of libertarians everywhere.
Then there's Ted Cruz. He's a difficult man to trust. Cruz has committed more U-turns than a teenage driver with a malfunctioning GPS, including on issues dear to libertarians like criminal justice reform and clemency for Edward Snowden. He also has a penchant for staged and demagogic PR stunts, like when he melodramatically left a room of Syrian Christians because they disapproved of his gushing over Israel, or when he shut down the federal government, bringing no benefit to his party but maximal attention to himself.
And yet, Cruz is also the most ideologically libertarian candidate left in the race. Elected under the tea party banner, he's sworn off toppling more Middle Eastern dictators and assailed "Washington neocons." He wants to audit the Pentagon and reduce military waste, even as he calls for a massive buildup of the armed forces. His victorious stand against the ethanol mandate was one of the most glorious moments in the history of the Iowa caucuses. He's solid on Obamacare and entitlements.
Finally, there's Marco Rubio, who simply doesn't cotton to this whole liberty thing. A Rubio nomination would validate the establishment and effectively flush the last seven years of tea party activism down the memory hole. Republicans would be stuck with a candidate who's only the most perfunctory sort of fiscal conservative, who would power down the marijuana experiments in our laboratories of democracy and implement the most irresponsible foreign policy I've ever seen promulgated by a national candidate. Unlike Cruz, when Rubio says he'll kill the Iran deal, you believe him—literally an isolationist policy, this would cut America off not just from Iran and Russia, but most of Europe. That alone is reason enough to oppose the Florida senator.
Nevertheless, polls have shown Rubio has a better chance against Hillary Clinton than any other Republican contender. The Florida senator, fresh and uplifting, may be the political talent of his generation, with a rhetorical style that recalls a little of that old Reaganesque national pride. And Rubio's biggest weakness among conservatives, his audacious sanity on immigration, is viewed as a strength by many libertarians.
The takeaway from all this is that liberty conservatives who vote Republican this year will be choosing the worst candidate except for all the others. And with Donald Trump having shifted into high gear after blowing out the last three GOP contests, their decisions may not make much of a difference anyways. If I sound cynical, that's because I am.


text:
NetWellness is a global, community service providing quality, unbiased health information from our partner university faculty. NetWellness is commercial-free and does not accept advertising.
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
Thick saliva
I recently started coughing and spitting up thick saliva and I am constanting clearing my throat. This is so uncomfortable and embarrassing. When I awake in the morning my throat is so dry, then I drink 8ozs of water to moisten my throat. Afterwards the spitting begins again. If I try to prevent spitting so, sometimes my nose run as if I have a cold. And my voice sounds horribly.Throughout the day I drink approximately 40ozs of water as I love ice water. What must I do to gid rid of thick spit.
A sensation of thick saliva can come from many sources. Commonly this may be due to acid reflux disease. One can experience thick saliva with coughing and spitting up secondary to acid reflux without feeling heart burn. Another source could be the sinuses secondary to infection or allergies. An evaluation from an ear nose and throat doctor is advised.
Lee Zimmer, MD
Assistant Professor or Otolaryngology, Director of Endoscopic Cranial Base Center
College of Medicine
University of Cincinnati


text:
Mid Lothian
Opening times
Address1 Seafield Road,
Mid Lothian
EH6 7LE Get directions Print map
Come and visit our experts at Dreams Edinburgh to try the Tempur experience for yourself. Dreams Edinburgh has its very own Tempur POD, enabling you to experience the luxurious feel of the contour forming qualities that Tempur are renown for. Combined with a short, relaxing video; simply lay back while our Tempur POD guides you through the unique, adjustable comfort and support offered by these superior mattresses.
Buy your Tempur mattress from Dreams today, the UK's No. 1 Tempur ® retailer.
How to find this store
The store is located at the Leith Links end of Seafield Road in Leith, opposite Edinburgh Carpet and Flooring.
About the store
A friendly and inviting store with a fantastic range of beds, including Sealy, Silentnight and Tempur brands. Benefits from a large range of bedroom furniture with five room-set displays, and a great selection of pillows and bedding.
The team
A very friendly and experienced team, with a wealth of knowledge to ensure you find the right bed for you.
What makes this store great?The professional team coupled with a recently refitted and welcoming store provide the perfect environment for your bed shopping experience.
We look forward to welcoming you.


text:
Me, a grown man, enjoying a cake pop
North Park treats for graduation, wedding, Easter
Ian Anderson 9:30 a.m., Sept. 24
(Page 2 of 2)
There are three ways that a particular address can come under the program. One route is to violate the conditions of the first-response notice, which means eliciting a second police response again the same night or again within 31 days of the first-response issuance. A second method is to serve alcohol to underage people at a party. If the police discover an underage drinker at a party they have been called to disperse, they will tag the house immediately. And the third way is through the citizens' response. This takes the consensual agreement of five or more surrounding neighbors who subsequently sign a petition of citizen's arrest.
Police community-relations officer Scott Morrison reports that, in general, the program is a resounding success. "Ever since we instituted the program, we've seen great numbers indicating that it's having exactly the effect that we wanted. Now officers can be out there for the more important stuff -- the burglaries and thefts, instead of responding to loud parties."
Morrison reports that there are currently 99 houses in the program in San Diego. Eighty-eight houses have passed through the program in the four years since it began. There have been 9 arrests in 3 houses, all 9 of whom went to jail; 81 of the 99 houses in the program are in Pacific Beach and Mission Beach, where the problem is most acute; 67 evictions or move-outs have come as a result of the program as well.
"We went from getting hundreds of calls per month -- say, 350 in the July before we started the program -- down to 180 the following July, down to about 80 last July," said Officer Morrison. "We've knocked down radio calls by over 300 percent. This is a savings of considerable resources for the city."
Morrison estimates that the average cost for a first-response call at a large party could be as much as $150 to $200, for four officers in two squad cars to take an hour out of their nights and break up a noisy gathering. That means the program saved taxpayers $40,000 to $50,000 in this past July alone.
Not to mention that many of us are sleeping a whole lot better.


text:
By DE Editors
Engineering Technology Associates, Inc. (ETA) has introduced its new enterprise product development software solution, the Inventium Suite. The first tool to be released in the Inventium Suite is PreSys, a pre- and post- processorcore finite element (FE) modeling toolset. Other Inventium tools will be released in the near future.
PreSys is the successor to ETA's VPG/PrePost and FEMB products. This solver-neutral product is aligned with the Inventium architecture.
The PreSys toolset features an interface with drop-down menus and toolbars and increased graphics speed. Other notable features include the ability to open and operate on multiple models, and review simulation results along with model data and a scripting interface.
The Inventium Suite includes some new tools while retaining ETA's legacy software products, VPG and DYNAFORM. Inventium's product architecture will provide users access to all of the suite's software tools.
The Inventium architecture allows the user to change the way their software appears and behaves. New menus or toolbars may be created to meet the user's specific needs, while pre-configured menus can be modified as desired.
For more information, visit ETA.
Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.


text:
Search feature "SMWSearch"
From semantic-mediawiki.org
|Search feature information
|This page describes the "SMWSearch" feature, i.e an search engine to allow semantic queries directly from MediaWiki's standard search interface.
|Image / Video collection
The SMWSearch feature is supported since Semantic MediaWiki 2.1.01. It provides a search engine to allow semantic queries directly from MediaWiki's standard search by trying to interpret the search term as a semantic query. If successful, the pages according to the query will be returned, if not it will fall back to the default search engine. Users of SMWSearch should use the following settings:
[[Category:City]] [[located in::Germany]] into the standard search field of the wiki's skin or on special page "Search" will return all pages matching this query, e.g. if used on this wiki:
Note: The display of results will be styled as special page "Special:Search" usually outputs search results.
$wgSearchType = 'SMWSearch';
$smwgFallbackSearchType = null; // default
$wgSearchTypeis a setting parameter provided by MediaWiki itself while the option
SMWSearchis provided by Semantic MediaWiki.
- If
$wgSearchTypewas set to anything other than
nullprior to changing it to
SMWSearchyou will have to set
$smwgFallbackSearchTypeto this preceding setting or choose an alternative default search engine.


text:
The Magpies were without the duo as they crashed to a 5-0 defeat at Tottenham on Saturday and although they had won their previous two games with neither player in the side, boss Alan Pardew says they were badly missed at White Hart Lane.
Cabaye was serving the final game of a three-match ban while Tiote was preparing for the African Nations Cup Final and how Newcastle missed them as Spurs dominated the midfield and the game.
It did not help that Ryan Taylor was also out injured, and although Pardew refused to make excuses, he admits the loss of three key players against a side like Tottenham was a huge blow.
"We had no Cabaye, no Tiote and no Ryan Taylor," Pardew told the Gazette. "There was a big part of our midfield missing, and that was pretty evident.
"It hurt that Cabaye wasn't playing."
Cabaye and Tiote will both be available again when Spurs return to Premier League action against Wolves on February 25th and their return could not be more timely.


text:
How To Protect Your Porsche In A Hurricane
As Hurricane Matthew bears down on the Florida coast many have voluntarily evacuated while others are waiting for word about where the storm will target along the coast for a direct hit on Florida - we hope it misses and … Read The Article!
What Is The Porsche SUV Called Again?
Rhymes with Thailand...if you snort it up your nose it will burn...in french it translates to Hot Spice...sounds just like the pepper when you say it...you're getting close...The Porsche Cayenne. But why is this … Read The Article!
How To Tell Your Friends You Bought A Porsche, The Classy Way
We've all been there, we purchase some new sunglasses or a vintage OMEGA SeaMaster wristwatch, later we meet up with some friends and we're flashing our new gear all around and nobody mentions a word. And you begin to … Read The Article!
Don't Go Into Debt For A Wedding, Do it For A Porsche
No matter how much pressure you feel about tying the knot, whether it's from family or friends or the grooms mom, do not go into debt for a wedding do it for a Porsche instead. Here's why.For every one of those $100 … Read The Article!
Should I Buy A House In Vancouver Or A Porsche?
Freedom is a feeling we wake up to each morning, in the hopes that one day it will eventually come. With hard work, persistence and long hours. There is a reason we commute to and from our job because it will help … Read The Article!
How To Tell If A Porsche Has PASM
Porsches are designed for the road but with racetrack performance in mind. And Porsche are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology and evolving for a better driver experience. As this advances it's not always … Read The Article!
Did Porsche Steal The Ferrari Horse?
Why do Porsche and Ferrari have the same horse in their logo? And who had the horse first? The history of these two rivals is known by racing fans and car lovers everywhere, however when you examine each logo … Read The Article!
Why You Need A Bright Colored Porsche
The fixation with bright colors isn't for everyone, however when it comes to owning a Porsche, it's a rite of passage. And at some point in the purchase funnel when someone steps into the dealership and opens their … Read The Article!
Quick Facts About The 50th Anniversary Porsche 911
#1. The 50th Anniversary Porsche 911 Price Let's cut to the chase because we all want to know: $124,100 (US) #2. What Is The Significance of 1963? 1963 was the year that the Porsche 911 was first … Read The Article!
The Gold 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo Goes On A Crazy California Adventure
If you recall about a month ago I met a Porsche owner Dave who works at my local butcher shop and I did a story about his gold Porsche 924. Well today I went by and he tried to sell me deer shoulder, he … Read The Article!
Tailing a 1990 Porsche 911 On My Porsche USA Florida Tour
Having spent quite a bit of time down south this past year I learned very quickly how to spot a Porsche SUV, a Porsche 4 door sedan, a 1970 Porsche 911. And on this particular day a white 1990 Porsche 911 … Read The Article!
The Best Porsche Dream I've Heard Yet Courtesy Of Brad
I'm always asking people to share their Porsche story, one thing that I find consistent every time I ask is usually a slight pause before they answer, followed by a grin and a resounding … Read The Article!
A Trip To Bellwoods Brewery And The Neglected 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera
A trip to Bellwoods Brewery from where I live is exactly one block. One block to the best brewery in Toronto, one block to the best butcher shop in Toronto - where I found the Gold Porsche 924 Turbo earlier … Read The Article!
Porsche 912 Quick Facts
1. YEARS IN PRODUCTION 1965-19692. NUMBER MADE 32,867 3. WILL THE 912 PORSCHE MAKE YOU SEXY? HELL YES. PORSCHE LOVER NOTES: The Porsche 911 was comparatively expensive when … Read The Article!
Spring Detour To See A 2006 Porsche 4S Cabriolet
A bunch of us piled into a car and were returning home after seeing Black Sabbath at Copps Coliseum Hamilton the night before, we were all a little tired but when someone suggested we take a detour to see … Read The Article!
The Ghost In The Underground A 2013 Porsche 4S
In a dark underground parking garage a Porsche lover needs eyes like a hawk, always scouring dimly lit corners and behind cement pillars for a Porsche in hiding. And if you're persistent and lucky like me you … Read The Article!
Sunday Drive Reveals A 1969 Porsche 911T Sportomatic Frozen In Time
Shortcuts lead to the most interesting places, and during a sunday drive one lead me back in time to 1969 revealing a perfect Porsche 911T Sportomatic parked on a side of the road, in all it's glistening … Read The Article!
The 4 Door Porsche Macan, Is It The Bastard Child?
I'm a Porsche purist and when I see Porsche becoming a competitor for top rated SUVs by adding a new vehicle to their lineup, while offering a more accessible price point, I start to wonder whether Porsche … Read The Article!
A 912 Porsche Soft Window Targa And The Joys Of Hwy 1
Imagine driving south on highway 1 in California from San Francisco all the way to Los Angeles in a 912 Porsche Targa with the top off. The 912 Porsche Soft Window Targa is a gorgeous and rare car. What … Read The Article!
The Gold Porsche 924 Turbo And The Lost Art Of The Butcher Shop
Exiting my local butcher shop a gold 1980 Porsche 924 pulls up beside me. This car is in absolutely gorgeous shape, gold with black exterior and black pin-stripes that follow it's contour. I take a deep … Read The Article!
Is There A Four Door Porsche Heaven?
Can the advent of the four door Porsche sedan be anymore god-like? When Porsche added two extra doors and a hatchback in 2010 the world didn't know what hit them.Luxury and Porsche weren't synonymous … Read The Article!
Son Of A Porsche Lover Tells The Story Of His Fathers Porsche 911 SC
The 1970s ended with a decade of trial and error for Porsche and by 1983 things changed when they introduced the Porsche 911 SC. If you were to ask me what my favorite Porsche was from this period, the sweet … Read The Article!
Murphy's Law And A Porsche 911 4S
I believe in Murphy's law, and so does a friend of mine whose name happens to be Murphy. See Murphy owns a brand new Porsche 911 4S and today he paid to have it transported by flatbed truck to the dealership. … Read The Article!


text:
Mark Twain single room
Being on your own can be a nice thing too. In that case, our comfortable single rooms furnished in a traditional style are just the ticket for you! The room have flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, telephone, water kettle, balcony with garden view, shower and toilette.
* The most cheapest rate for the day is available by "Booking" or by telephone +41 392 27 27
The visitor's tax of CHF 4.20 (winter: CHF 2.70) per person per day is added to the room's fee separately. Prices are subject to change.
Check-in garanteed starting at 2:00 pm till 20:00 pm. Check-out by 11:00 am. Cancellations up to 1 week in advance free, up to 3 days in advance, 1 nightly stay is charged. When cancelling later than that, we charge the agreed price for the duration of the stay, with a maximum of 2 nights.
hotel movie
Special offer
Special offer
2 days of wellness
from Fr. 250.–


text:
The Twelfth Annual Student Research and Creative Arts Symposium showcases the scholarly and creative work of students from all disciplines and campus locations at Park University. Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to submit course work or independent research or creative projects developed with a faculty member' supervision, either single or collaboratively-authored that take the form of:
Student participants in the Symposium have the opportunity to share their work with a diverse audience of peers and professors; moreover, students will enhance their resumes through participation in a professional conference setting.
- The Symposium is sponsored by the Park University Honors Academy and Academic Affairs