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Dubai, UAE, United Arab Emirates, 2012/02/07 - BlueCat Networks discovers security vulnerability and works with Internet Systems Consortium (ISC) to rapidly test and verify the fix - Vistarmea.com.
ComGuard, a Dubai based leading value added distributor for IT security products and solutions in the Middle East and North Africa region today announced the availability of a patch from BlueCat Networks for its appliance-based DNS and DHCP software solutions that addresses the latest DHCP vulnerability publicised by the Internet Systems Consortium (ISC). BlueCat Networks discovered the vulnerability and was prepared to immediately provide patches to its customers on the same day as the ISCs public release.
Working with a client, BlueCat Networks was instrumental in identifying and reporting the vulnerability (CVE-2011-4539) to the ISC. The vulnerability found by BlueCat Networks relates to a bug in the DHCP software which could allow an attacker to remotely crash a DHCP server in a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. After discovering the issue, BlueCat Networks worked with the ISC to test and verify a fix to address the vulnerability. BlueCat Networks proactive response demonstrates its commitment to security and providing timely patches to critical security vulnerabilities that could put organizations at risk.
ISC is very appreciative of BlueCat Networks for its efforts in finding and testing this DHCP issue, said Barry Greene, President of Internet Systems Consortium. We are committed to identifying and rapidly addressing any security vulnerabilities and look to partners like BlueCat Networks to assist us in meeting the security requirements of our customers and the Internet community at large using our Phased Disclosure Process.
Our customers depend on our solutions to deliver business-critical DNS and DHCP core networks services, said Branko Miskov, Director of Product Management, BlueCat Networks. Security is a primary focus of our organization and we have a long history of being first to market with patches to address vulnerabilities as they arise. As an early adopter and member of ISCs Friends of ISC program, we are one of only a handful of vendors that work directly with ISC to ensure the ongoing reliability and feature richness of BIND and DHCP.
Providing a purpose-built platform for DNS, DHCP and IP Address Management, BlueCat Networks solutions include highly secure software that is updated regularly to address new vulnerabilities. With BlueCat Networks simple solutions, there is no need for customers to spend time and effort monitoring security vulnerability and OS patches.
Jayadevan K, Senior Vice President, Value Business at ComGuard, said,BlueCat Networks physical and virtual appliances are deployed at some of the most demanding public and private sector organisations worldwide to improve security, lower costs and increase IT efficiency. BlueCat solutions also allow organizations to securely manage change and growth with unsurpassed scalability and future-ready support for IPv6 and DNSSEC.
About ComGuard
Comguard FZ LLC is one of the leading Value added Distributor in the IT security space and has a reach across the Middle East and North Africa region. The company was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Comguard is a part of Spectrum Group which is engaged in IT networking and security training, and consultancy. Hence, the biggest strength for Comguard is the skill sets which has made it one of the fastest growing Value added Distributor in the region and have been recognized by several awards from vendors and industry platforms like Top 5 Value added Distributor by Reseller Middle East magazine and the Choice of Channel Award from VAR MEA magazine.
About BlueCat Networks
BlueCat Networks is a leading provider of smart, simple, scalable IP Address Management (IPAM) solutions. With tightly-integrated IP core services, our software solutions give organizations the power to centrally manage everything IP in their network from a single pane of glass. The result is a dynamic network that is more resilient, cost effective and easier to manage.
BlueCat Networks feature-rich and future-ready solutions have helped Global 2000 companies and government agencies reduce costs and solve todays most critical IT challenges from accelerating the rollout of new services to data center virtualization and cloud computing. We also help organizations manage growth and change by easing the transition to new technologies such as IPv6 and DNSSEC.
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Jockey Eddie Razo Found Dead
Jockey Eddie Razo Jr., a well-known rider on the Midwest circuit, was found dead following the extinguishing of a garage fire in Long Grove, Ill. April 24. His death was confirmed by jockey agent Ronnie Ebanks.
Jockey Eddie Razo Jr., a well-known rider on the Midwest circuit, was found dead following the extinguishing of a garage fire in Long Grove, Ill. April 24. His death was confirmed by jockey agent Ronnie Ebanks.
Prominent owner Frank Calabrese has parted ways with his primary trainer, Nick Canani, according to a newspaper report.
Marje Everett, the longtime chairwoman of Hollywood Park, died March 23 at her West Los Angeles home. She was 90.
A schedule of 11 overnight stakes races worth an aggregate $725,000 for the 2012 meet was announced by Arlington Park March 21.
Boosted by money from the Horse Racing Equity Trust Fund, Arlington Park has proposed a 2012 stakes schedule of 26 stakes races worth $5.8 million during the 90-day meet at the Chicago, Ill.-area track.
Although Gov. Gov. Pat Quinn has said there will be no slots at tracks on his watch, there may yet be a way forward for racetracks as part of gaming expansion in Illinois.
Average daily all-sources handle on Arlington Park's 2011 live racing was up 3% over 2010, but still remained significantly lower than 2009 figures.
The Illinois Racing Board Sept. 27 rejected a 2011 racing dates proposal that would have eliminated the spring meet at Hawthorne Race Course, including the grade III Illinois Derby.
Trainer Larry Rivelli, who had a two-win advantage over conditioner Scott Becker entering the closing day of the 2011 Arlington Park season Sept. 25, officially earned his first trainer championship at the Chicago-area track.
An overflow field of 14 3-year-old fillies was entered for $100,000 Pucker Up Stakes (gr. IIIT) Sept. 17 at Arlington Park.
Juveniles of both sexes take the spotlight Sept. 10 at Arlington Park, with the $100,000 Arlington-Washington Futurity (gr. III) and the $100,000 Arlington-Washington Lassie (gr. III) each sharing top billing.
Lothenbach Stable's Mister Mardi rallied from far back to get his first graded stakes win, taking the $100,000 Washington Park Handicap (gr. III) at Arlington.
The fate of Illinois racing increasingly seems to be held hostage in a tug-of-war between Gov. Pat Quinn and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel--a showdown that involves both substance and a test of wills.
Arlington Park announced Aug. 23 that average purse distribution will be increased by $10,000 per day from $202,000 to $212,000, effective with the Thursday, Aug. 25 racing program.
Making his United States debut, English-bred Treasure Beach gamely held off fellow European invader Ziyarid to post a neck victory in the $400,000 Secretariat Stakes (gr. IT) Aug. 13 at Arlington Park.
Jason, Ian and Tim handicap the Arlington Million and Secretariat Stakes at Arlington Park this weekend.
Despite making his first start in North America, European-based grade I winner Treasure Beach was tabbed as the 2-1 morning-line favorite for the $400,000 Secretariat Stakes (gr. IT) Aug. 13 at Arlington Park.
Two-time reigning champion Gio Ponti will take another shot at winning his second Arlington Million (gr. IT) when he faces nine rivals in the prestigious race Aug. 13 at Arlington Park.
Pre-entries for the Arlington Million, Beverly D. Stakes, and Secretariat Stakes (all gr. IT) closed Aug. 6 with 10 older horses named to the 29th running of the Arlington Million.
Jockey Jozbin Santana notched the 1,000th victory of his career July 8 when he guided Clocker Bob to a four-length win for trainer James DiVito in the seventh race at Arlington Park.
Arlington Park has become the fourth racetrack to earn re-accreditation from the National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Safety and Integrity Alliance.
Juniper Pass, winner of consecutive grade II races in California, tops a field of 10 in the $150,000 Arlington Handicap (gr. IIIT) July 9 at Arlington Park.
A profile of South African group I winning mare River Jetez, whose future plans include the Beverly D at Arlington Park.
Alternative gaming in Illinois would be good for Arlington Park but could potentially have a negative impact on Kentucky, according to the chairman of Churchill Downs Inc.
Galloping Out Thoroughbred Rescue Fund will hold its annual fund-rasier in the paddock area at Arlington Park following the last race on Saturday, June 25.
Jockey Suraj Narredu, a native of India who reached the 1,000-career win milestone faster than any other rider in that nation's history, rode his first winner in the United States at Arlington Park May 29.
The May 29 live racing program at Arlington Park was canceled following the second race when the jockeys chose not to ride.
A field of nine older runners will face off in the May 21 Hanshin Cup (gr. III) at Arlington Park, including defending champion Country Flavor.
Trainer Joe Griffitt was elated when he registered his first career victory in the first race at Arlington Park May 13. The 21-year-old conditioner doubled his pleasure two races later.
Arlington Park chairman Richard L. Duchossois said he doesn't know if the racetrack can survive unless the Illinois legislature finally allows Arlington to add slot machines.
Arlington Park plans to lower the minimum wager on the Pick 4 and Pick 5 to 50 cents and lower the takeout rate on the Pick 5 and High 5 to 15%.
Arlington Park and Illinois horsemen have agreed to tie individual race purses to field size this year in an effort to ensure more bettable races.
Highlighted by the Arlington Million (gr. IT), Arlington Park will offer 22 stakes races worth more than $4.2 million during its 86 days of racing in 2011. The meet runs from May 6 through Sept. 25.
Illinois racing interests say they had enough votes to pass a slots-at-tracks bill this week and some say they were sold out by measure's sponsor in the waning hours of the legislative session.
Veteran television sportscaster Howard Sudberry has been named senior director of marketing and communications at Arlington Park.
Prominent horse owner, breeder, and racetrack owner Richard Duchossois will be honored as the Thoroughbred Club of America's Honored Guest at the annual Testimonial Dinner on Jan. 9.
Illinois senators approved a major expansion of casino gambling, including racetrack slot machines, Dec. 1, but the measure must now pass the House of Representatives and be signed by Gov. Pat Quinn.
Tony Petrillo has been promoted to general manager of Arlington Park.
Roy Arnold has resigned as president of Arlington Park and its OTB affiliates, Churchill Downs Inc. announced Oct. 11.
Fairmount Park in southern Illinois received approval Sept. 28 for 75 racing dates in 2011, up from the 52 days of live racing this year.
Juveniles of both sexes take the spotlight Sept. 11 at Arlington Park with the $100,000 Arlington-Washington Futurity (gr. III) and $100,000 Arlington-Washington Lassie (gr. III) sharing top billing on the nine-race card.
More than a half-dozen horses, including the winner of the Arlington Oaks (gr. III), have tested positive for the anti-inflammatory drug Etodolac in tests following races at Arlington Park.
Donegal Racing's Paddy O'Prado earned his first grade I win in the $400,000 Secretariat Stakes, taking over in upper stretch and bounding home to victory as the 1-2 favorite Aug. 21 at Arlington Park.
After a solid showing on the Triple Crown trail, Paddy O'Prado has emerged as the top 3-year-old turf horse in the nation following a pair of graded stakes wins at Colonial Downs.
Tuscan Evening's sad demise earlier this month has left the $750,000 Beverly D. devoid of any obvious favorite on Arlington Million day Aug. 21 at Arlington Park.
Boosted by record earnings during Kentucky Derby Week, wagering at Churchill Downs fared much better through the first six months of 2010 than tracks have on the national level.
A 5% cap imposed by the Illinois Racing Board on account wagering fees charged by out-of-state racetracks to send their signals to customers in Illinois has led to a significant downturn in wagering from those sources.
Informed Decision, last year's champion female sprinter, returns to Arlington Park to to defend her title in the $100,000 Chicago Handicap (gr. III).
Arlington Park and the Illinois Thoroughbred Horseman's Association board of directors have agreed to trim stakes purses by $725,000 during 11 stakes races for the remainder of the 2010 meet, officials announced June 11.
The Illinois Thoroughbred Horseman's Association, Arlington Park, and Hawthorne Race Course have agreed to cooperate in a program to provide for the care of retired Thoroughbred racehorses.


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Nice try, Mets. It's not a no-hitter.
Major League Baseball denied the team's appeal of an official scoring decision during R.A. Dickey's one-hitter at Tampa Bay. The knuckleballer allowed only an infield single Wednesday night, and New York asked the commissioner's office to review the play and consider whether third baseman David Wright should have been charged with an error on B.J. Upton's hit.
The Mets said Friday the appeal was turned down, just as they expected.
"Just took a shot at it," manager Terry Collins said. "Thought R.A. deserved a shot. It was no slam at David."
Dickey did not ask the Mets to appeal, but said he appreciated the gesture.
HAMILTON HOSPITALIZED: Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton was hospitalized early Friday after becoming dehydrated because of an intestinal virus and likely will miss the weekend series against Houston.
The Rangers said Hamilton was receiving fluids in the hospital because of a virus going around his family. He was expected to be released by today.
Hamilton was replaced in the field late Thursday night in an 11-3 loss to Arizona after telling manager Ron Washington that he had a stomach ache. Before that, the manager had seen nothing to indicate Hamilton wasn't feeling good.
DRABEK HAS TORN LIGAMENT: Blue Jays right-hander Kyle Drabek may require elbow surgery for the second time after an MRI on Friday revealed a torn ligament.
Drabek, who underwent ligament replacement surgery as a minor leaguer in 2007, will visit noted surgeon Dr. James Andrews on Monday to confirm the diagnosis.
The former first-round pick left Wednesday's start against Washington in the fifth inning after a "popping" in the back of the elbow.


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Picking Up the Pieces Tour
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Tickets for this Star Series performance range from $40 – $75+taxes and fees
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Grammy-nominated songwriter and New York Times' bestselling author and poet JEWEL will return to the road this Spring for an intimate tour, performing hits spanning her 12-studio albums including 2015's 'Picking Up the Pieces' and sharing stories from her memoir Never Broken — Songs Are Only Half the Story. Jewel's "Picking Up the Pieces Tour" kicks off Friday, March 4 in Lake Charles, LA at Golden Nugget Casino Grand Ballroom.
"It's going to be really fun to get back out on the road," Jewel said. "I'm excited to share the stories behind some of my favorite and most personal songs in such an intimate setting."
The tour marks Jewel's first since 2013's "Greatest Hits" tour and is the culmination of an exciting 2015 that saw the singer release her first memoir and her 12th studio album 'Picking Up the Pieces' within days of each other. Praised as "remarkably raw" and "bracingly honest (Entertainment Weekly)" the album has been noted as a bookend to her multi-platinum selling debut, 1995's 'Pieces of You'. "Never Broken — Songs Are Only Half the Story" shares experiences spanning Jewel's childhood and career and earned the designations of a NY Times Bestseller and "the perfect celebrity memoir" by TIME.
Called "one of the most richly idiomatic pop singers of her generation (Rolling Stone)," Jewel has sold over 27 million albums to date and earned praise from fellow songwriters including Loretta Lynn and Neil Young. A cornerstone of the current American and folk movements, the singer will perform fan favorites spanning the record including "Who Will Save Your Soul", which sold 12 million copies.
Full "Picking Up the Pieces Tour" dates and additional information visit: http://www.jeweljk.com/
Special Guest JD & The Straight Shot
The continued evolution of JD & The Straight Shot now sees singer-songwriter Jim Dolan fronting a four-person group as the band explores a stripped-down version of its sound, which is steeped in the quiet fire of Americana, with distinctive elements of the blues and mystical, rustic New Orleans-flavored roots music.
In addition to Dolan, the acoustic vocal group also includes guitarist Marc Copely (Rosanne Cash, McCrary Sisters, Billy Squier), guitarist Aidan Dolan; Kentucky-born bassist Byron House (Robert Plant, Emmylou Harris) and violinist Erin Slaver (Rod Stewart, Trace Adkins, Martina McBride), all of whom also contribute to songwriting.
This revised lineup continues its tour this year with a slate of European festivals, while also working on a follow up to the band's last album, Where I've Been, which was released last year. Produced by Joe Walsh, the 2014 album features several breakthrough singles including "Governor's Song," which challenges some of today's most well-known political figures; "Under That Hood," a transformative single that tells the tragic story of Trayvon Martin; and "Hard to Find," which will be featured in the highly-anticipated film, St. Vincent, starring Bill Murray and Melissa McCarthy.


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Charter schools are no longer in their infancy. They're gangly, pimply, headstrong, unpredictable teen-agers. It's been 15 years since the first school in Minnesota opened its doors. Back then, say veterans of the early charter wars, the struggle was simply to keep the spark glowing, to make sure that lawmakers gave charters a chance to open and prove their worth.
Today, charter schools are educating a million students in 40 states and the District of Columbia. Many of these schools are excellent. In Boston, Washington, D.C., Indianapolis, Houston, Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles, some of the top-performing public schools are charters. This is a stunning accomplishment for a movement not yet quite old enough to drive.
Such claims are harder to make in Fordham's home state of Ohio, where we've been helping to propagate the charter idea for a decade and sponsoring a handful of charter schools since 2005.
In the Buckeye State today, those who care about the education of needy youngsters are stuck between two less-than-satisfactory options. The first--Governor Strickland's approach--is to support traditional district schools, despite decades of evidence--persistently low test scores, high drop-out rates--of how poorly they meet many children's needs, particularly in Ohio's "big eight" cities (not to mention his recently proposed charter school moratorium). Yet fixing them is incredibly hard because they are set in their ways, rule bound, bureaucratic and union-whipped. (The union influence explains at least part of the Governor's policies.)
Option two is to embrace the state's 300+ charter schools, some of which are indeed excellent, but too many of which are appalling. The latest example is the Harte-Crossroads Schools in Columbus, where poor management and a disgraceful contract arrangement with the school's money-grubbing sponsor have left the schools in dire academic and financial straits (see here). Charter-school doctrine says that the "movement" is supposed to police itself, with authorizers shuttering bad schools and somebody--usually not very clear who--pushing on authorizers to do the right thing. Yet collections of charter schools (and at times, authorizers) have become interest groups in their own right and some of the self-policing, self-correcting mechanisms don't work so well in practice. (The same politics that make it hard to close traditional public schools make it also hard to close charter schools, alas. The GOP-dominated Ohio legislature is trying to find ways of ensuring that this happens, without killing the teen-ager on account of his acne.)
Ohio's charter saga has yielded some important, sometimes painful, lessons for the national charter movement. Five of the most sobering:
Despite their troubles, Ohio's charter schools can legitimately take credit for two significant achievements. First, they have provided a lifeline to thousands of youngsters, most of them poor and minority, otherwise stuck in failing district schools and lacking other acceptable alternatives. Second, the charter program has put substantial pressure on Ohio's urban school systems to improve their academic performance--and their competitiveness. Charters are spurring overdue district reform and district leaders are embracing innovative ideas and practices, many gleaned from the charter experience.
Charter supporters in other states should take the Buckeye State's lessons to heart when they think through growth strategies, financing, and quality control. To make it through adolescence, teenagers generally need both discipline and support. Ohio's adolescent charter schools have lacked much in both areas.
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NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- You've heard it, all the negative publicity over King Digital Entertainment's initial public offering.
One-hit wonder. What the hell is Candy Crush Saga?
Well, when you stop carping and actually look at the company's F-1 IPO filing, you see a healthy business model.
I'm not saying I'm buying shares of the stock on Day 1 Wednesday when it starts trading under the ticker symbol of "KING," but the assumption -- yes, mine, too -- was that King was a joke of an IPO. But is it?
In the F-1 filing, you'll see that King had annual 2013 revenue of $1.88 billion. This dwarfs 2012's revenue figure of just $165 million, and actually isn't all that far from the $3.8 billion in revenue Electronic Art's (EA) had in 2013. At least when you consider how long each company has been established.
Furthermore, King has been cash flow-positive since 2005, currently has no debt and has $408 million in cash.
In 2013, earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization and adjusted margins also rang in at an impressive 44%, while the company earned $4.65 per share for the year.
So by all accounts, this company actually has some sexy metrics and by most standards could have a reasonable valuation for its current performance, pending on the opening price of the stock.
WATCH: King Digital IPO Has Investors Waiting to Taste Candy Crush
King Digital is looking to price between $21 to $24, giving the company a valuation of roughly $7.5 billion. In comparison, Electronic Arts currently has a market cap of roughly $9 billion, Activision Blizzard (ATVI) has a market cap of $14.6 billion and Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) has a market cap of $2.1 billion.
Despite the high margins, solid free-cash flow, no debt, plenty of cash and high revenue growth, there lies one problem with this stock: Candy Crush Saga.
The game accounted for 78% of the company's total gross bookings. An additional 17% of total gross bookings came from just two other games (Pet Rescue Saga and Farm Heroes Saga). In all, 95% of the company's total gross bookings are comprised of three games.


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A new plan has been proposed to try to keep one of Ventura County's two courthouses from falling to the budget ax.
The County's court system was planning to virtually shut down the East Valley Courthouse, in Simi Valley at the end of this month, due to state funding cuts. Family law cases will be shifted to the main courthouse in Ventura June 25th.
But, Ventura County Supervisor Peter Foy is trying to piece together an effort to keep the Simi Valley courthouse from completely closing, by getting about $275,000 a year in funding from the County, as well as some of the county's cities.
If the public agencies decide to fund the plan, it would keep the courthouse open at least two days a week.
Court officials say the planned shutdown of the facility will be postponed for a few weeks, to see if the bailout proposal gets enough support to work. The closure of the courthouse would mean that people dealing with issues like fighting a parking ticket would have to go to Ventura to do it.


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The California Symphony, having cast a net far and wide last season for a new conductor, has reeled in a prize candidate from its own front yard, it was announced today.
Donato Cabrera, right hand man to Michael Tilson Thomas as San Francisco Symphony's resident conductor, has been named the Walnut Creek-based orchestra's music director, emerging victorious among seven guest conductors who auditioned at the podium over the past year. Cabrera's appointment effectively closes the arc on a rudderless period for the 27-year-old orchestra that began with the abrupt firing of founding music director Barry Jekowsky in the fall of 2010.
Reached by phone as he was preparing to rehearse the S.F. Symphony for the first of four programs celebrating the Stravinsky "Rite of Spring" centennial last week, Cabrera, who will retain his post in San Francisco, said he was eager to make the step up from his "unbelievable experience" there.
"It has positioned me to do this at the next level, to be the music director of an organization," he said. "And on top of that, it's in my backyard in the Bay Area, which is wonderful."
Born in Pasadena and raised in Las Vegas and Reno, Cabrera, 40, studied at the University of Nevada, the University of Illinois, Indiana University and the Manhattan Scool of Music before making his professional debut with the Reno Chamber Orchestra in 1997. A recipient of a Herbert von Karajan Conducting Fellowship, he was associate conductor of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra from 2005-2008 and has guest conducted all over the world. In addition to his current position in San Francisco, which includes conducting its Youth Orchestra, he is music director of the Green Bay Orchestra in Wisconsin and recently became music director of the New Hampshire Music Festival — all duties he will retain.
In programming his debut season in Walnut Creek, Cabrera has adhered to three California Symphony founding traditions — an ongoing emphasis on works by American composers, the promotion of very young artists (such as violinist Sarah Chang) at the beginning of their careers, and commissioning world premieres from promising young resident composers. It was not, he insists, a condition of his employment.
"These are attributes that defined California Symphony and made it a unique musical organization, not only here in the Bay Area, but nationally," he said. "I thought it would be wonderful to continue those traditions and, in fact, to celebrate them."
Cabrera does celebrate them in a season opener on Sept. 29 in Walnut Creek's Lesher Center that will feature young pianist Kuok-Wai Lio, a native of Macau and recipient of a 2013 Avery Fisher Career grant. Berkeley composer John Adams' "The Chairman Dances" is also on the program, as is the Dvorak Symphony No. 9, "From the New World."
Future programs will roll out a new work from resident composer D.J. Sparr and a West Coast premiere by Bay Area composer Mark Grey.
But there are new directions the conductor would like to take the orchestra in as well, and these could roughly be described as onward and outward.
"It is, in a way, a perfect name," Cabrera noted. "I think it has the potential to be 'California's Symphony' … it has the ability to reach out to other communities and become a truly regional orchestra. I would like to explore that possibility."
Nearly a decade of working in the Bay Area — he has also conducted the orchestras of the San Francisco Ballet and Berkeley Opera and guest-conducted in Walnut Creek once in the year before the competition — surely gave Cabrera a clear advantage. He has encountered many California Symphony players as they subbed in various Bay Area orchestras he has conducted. "It was nice to see familiar faces — that's always a positive," he said. "You make progress developing a musical partnership more quickly." In that sense, he agreed, his "audition" last spring felt more like a "reunion."
California Symphony board president Tom Overhoff said that Cabrera was the unanimous choice of the seven-member search committee, which included three orchestra players. His rapport with the musicians, his initiative and his experience were deciding factors.
"His contract hasn't started yet, but he has jumped in there from the get-go," Overhoff said. "He has tremendous people skills, tremendous musicianship. His experience is excellent, on both coasts, both in symphonic music and in opera."
As for the orchestra's troubled past, that is apparently not even in Cabrera's rear-view mirror.
"Well, I wasn't around when all that happened," he said. "I like to look forward; I like to address issues that are right in front of me, and I'm looking forward to a very exciting time."
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What: 2013-14 season begins Sept. 29 with a program of works by Adams, Mozart and Dvorak and encompasses eight programs through Feb. 11, 2014
Where: Hofmann Theatre, Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek
Tickets: Season subscriptions will go on sale by June 30; single tickets will be available after Labor Day; www.californiasymphony.org, 925-943-7469


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Linux and AMD processors
I'm new to Linux, and am about to install on an AMD 1800+ Athlon on a MSI KT4A-V mobo, plenty of RAM. Are there any problems or issues when installing or using Linux on AMD chips and compatible chipsets? I had been fooling around with Knoppix on a P3 machine as well as my AMD machines and I got some inconsistent performance. Maybe a fluke but just wanted to ask.
My mandrake system is an Athlon 1800 on an Asus mobo. No issues here.
i run core3 on the same mobo and a sempron 2500.only issue i see is no on-board audio....although i haven't bothered to look into it either.
I have only ever used Linux on AMD based machines and never had any problems.
I hv AMD 3000+ on RS480 Socket 939 , I am facing the problem with my on board sound card .. the error comes. --> "sound-0 slot-0 not found" , which is still not solved.
Hope u do no get the same error
My 2 cents - I'm running an Athlon 2500+ and have not encountered any issues whatsoever. I'd recommend AMD without hesitation -- J.W.
Is anyone using amd sepmron processors. I am building a new PC and I am thinking of getting a sempron 2800 or a budget athlon 64. Which do you think would be the better but cost effective option.
cost effective is the 32 bit sempron.get it up and running then upgrade the processor at a later date.
I was thinking along similar lines. I think I will just buy the sempron 2800.
I have AMD XP 2800+. I am wondering if I have to install "For x86-compatible (32-bit)" or "For x86_64 (64-bit AMD64, EM64T)". I would appreciate if any one could help me int this.
the XP series are 32 bit socket a/462 processors.
even i have experienced consistent powerful performance of linux on my athlon 2600+ . There are no erratic crashes and the system appears to be fully utilising the cpu power
it is a very good idea to upgrade from athlon to athlon64 . prefer socket 939 against 754 as the former is going to stay longer in market.
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Plano-based telecom equipment maker Genband Inc. said Wednesday that it has made a $282 million cash bid to buy virtually all of the global assets of bankrupt Nortel Networks Corp.'s Internet-calling unit.
The deal would dramatically increase the size and scope of fast-growing Genband's business. It also would catapult Genband to the global leader in carrier voice over Internet protocol, which is where that Nortel division ranks today.
"Nortel has been the leading softswitch provider, and Genband has been leading the gateway side," said Genband chief executive Charlie Vogt. "For our customers and prospective customers, it brings together best of breed. We wouldn't be doing this transaction if we didn't feel there are significant synergies."
Ten-year-old Genband develops VoIP infrastructure products, focusing on gateways that connect voice, data and video networks over the Internet.
Nortel's carrier VoIP business focuses on softswitching, or devices that control calls between networks.
Good match
It's a good match, said Juan Fernandez, a telecom infrastructure analyst for research firm Gartner.
"This particular unit fits straight into what Genband does," he said. "This will allow Genband to expand its penetration of key clients, such as Verizon Communications, and gain some new business with small service providers in rural areas. It also will give Genband a larger presence in North America, Europe and emerging markets."
Toronto-based Nortel has been selling off its operations since filing for bankruptcy protection in January.
Nortel's carrier VoIP unit generated $800 million in revenue in 2008 and is on track for about the same in 2009. Its customers include AT&T, Telefonica and Verizon.
Genband's bid could rise by about $100 million because of balance sheet and other adjustments. Genband has teamed with some of its shareholders to finance the purchase.
Most workers safe
Genband plans to keep most of Nortel's 2,200 workers, half of whom are in the United States, Vogt said.
There is some overlap with its existing workforce, and the details are being ironed out, he said.
Genband has 600 employees globally, including about 250 in Plano.
Acquisitions have fueled Genband's growth, and Nortel will be its fifth purchase in five years. Vogt expects Genband's 2009 revenue to be flat with 2008's $144.2 million.
Genband is one of the nation's fastest-growing companies. It made Inc. magazine's 2009 list of the 500 fastest-growing private companies for the third year in a row, placing 298th. And it was No. 63 on Deloitte's 2009 Texas Technology Fast 500 list.
Courts' approval
Nortel said it expects to seek U.S. and Canadian court approvals early next month for the auction. Under the process, another company could make a higher bid.
Nortel hopes to confirm a buyer early next year, said Samih Elhage, president of the carrier VoIP unit.
Earlier this year, Ericsson AB spent $1.13 billion for some of Nortel's wireless technology. Ericsson's North American operations are headquartered in Plano.


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LEWISTON, Maine -- In a match that was as close as could be, No. 10 Williams College edged the No. 12-ranked Bates College men's squash team 5-4 on Saturday in a NESCAC match at the Bates Squash Center.
Bates (6-3, 3-2 NESCAC) took victories at the No. 1 position as well as spots 3 through 5, while the Ephs (6-3, 2-1) took the No. 2 spot and swept the final four positions.
Bates senior Kush Mahan (Kalamazoo, Mich.) prevailed over Ethan Buchsbaum at the No. 1 spot in a marathon battle, 16-14, 5-11, 10-12, 11-8, 13-11. Also winning matches for Bates were junior Will Katz (Bronxville, N.Y.), who swept Will Gruner at No. 3, sophomore Bobby Burns (Greenwich, Conn.), who prevailed in five games at No. 4, and junior Nick Echeverria (Washington, D.C.), who won in three games at No. 5. Senior Jordan Greenberg (Malvern, Pa.) was edged in a five-game battle at No. 2 by William Morris.
Bates next plays at Harvard on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.
Williams 5, Bates 4
1. Mahan,Kush (B) def. Buchsbaum,Ethan (W) 16-14,5-11,10-12,11-8,13-11
2. Greenberg,Jordan (B) def. by Morris,William (W) 11-6,11-7,7-11,8-11,11-9
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5. Echeverria,Nicholas (B) def. Drobetsky,Julian (W) 12-10,11-4,11-4
6. Lee,Dae Ro (B) def. by Marks,Nick (W) 7-11,12-10,11-7,11-9
7. Williams,Patrick (B) def. by Yaros,Bernard (W) 11-7,11-6,8-11,11-4
8. Keating,R. J. (B) def. by Herrmann,Jeremy (W) 11-6,11-3,11-9
9. Kourides,Nicholas (B) def. by Greaves-Tunnell,Alexander (W) 8-11,12-10,11-5,11-7
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UAB Health System and Lister Hill Library have jointly acquired DynaMed, a desktop and mobile decision-making point-of-care tool to assist health professionals in making good patient care decisions. You can access DynaMed from the Library's Databases page, or through the UAB Health System network, and it is available both on and off campus. Off campus access requires a Blazer ID and password. Learn how to access DynaMed through your smart phone and Ask a Librarian if you need help.
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"Humbled" Dan McCarney officially takes over at North Texas
Former Florida associate head coach and defensive line coach Dan McCarney was officially announced as the new head coach at North Texas this afternoon, taking over a program once again after spending the past four seasons as an assistant coach.
In a press conference at the school, McCarney said he was "humbled" to accept the position, and reflected on his time at Florida.
"First of all to Urban Meyer and to Jeremy Foley, the head football coach and athletic director at the University of Florida: Even though we had a few struggles and a couple of setbacks this year, it was one of the most unbelievable runs in the history of college football,'' McCarney said. "Margy (his wife) and I were there for 40 games, 33 wins, 22 wins in a row, a national championship, a couple of BCS bowl victories. Before you ride into that final sunset, every coach and player should have the opportunity to be a national champion. We did. We'll remember it forever, and it was a great experience for all of us.''
McCarney, 57, interviewed with school president V. Lane Rawlins and athletic director Rick Villarreal this past Thursday, two days prior to the Florida State game. The two flew to Gainesville and spent several hours at McCarney's home.
After the 31-7 loss to Florida State Saturday night, Meyer said he wasn't aware that McCarney had been offered the job. Today, he offered his full support.
"I'm happy for coach McCarney and his family,'' Meyer said in a statement. "He has a proven track record as a head coach and we were fortunate to have him on our staff for the last three years. He did a great job with our defensive line and I fully expect him to be successful at North Texas."
McCarney was the head coach at Iowa State from 1995-2006, and spent one season as an assistant at USF before joining the Florida staff in 2008. He named former USF assistant coach Mike Canales his North Texas associate head coach, offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach on Tuesday. Canales had been the North Texas interim head coach after Todd Dodge was fired in October.
"I'm humbled and I'm honored,'' McCarney said. "I'm thrilled to be the head coach at the University of North Texas. This is the beginning of a new chapter in North Texas Football history, the beginning of a new era. My heart soars, it really does.''


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Abbott seizes on Labor leadership speculation
The Opposition is making the most of the latest outbreak of leadership speculation and internal dissent in Labor following the Government's decision to import 1,700 foreign workers for a mining project.
The Government announced its first Enterprise Migration Agreement (EMA) for mining magnate Gina Rinehart's $9 billion Roy Hill project in Western Australia at the weekend.
But it was revealed earlier that Prime Minister Julia Gillard, who had been visiting the United States, was not informed of the EMA until after she returned to Australia on Wednesday last week.
That served to raise questions about whether her ministers had kept her in the dark and why.
And weekend reports that chief government whip Joel Fitzgibbon was canvassing numbers for a possible Kevin Rudd leadership challenge have also thrown the spotlight back on Ms Gillard's leadership.
Opposition Leader Tony Abbott used Question Time in Parliament on Monday to seize on what he says is a "Government at war with itself".
"[It's] a Government where the left hand and the right hand don't know what each other are doing," Mr Abbott said.
"It's more obvious that this is a divided and dysfunctional Government. It's also obvious that the faceless men are gathering around the Prime Minister.
"But it's really up to the Australian people, rather than the faceless men, to decide who should be the prime minister of this country."
The internal Labor division is coming from both the left and right, with Senator Doug Cameron saying the agreement does not do enough to protect workers.
"I think the policy is a policy that needs a lot of looking at," he said.
"You could drive a 747 airbus through the policy in terms of protections for workers."
And the right's Kevin Thompson is also unhappy.
"If we go down the path of Enterprise Migration Agreements, we will end up with a situation where we have foreign companies using foreign workforces to send our resources in foreign ships to foreign countries for the use and enjoyment of foreign customers," he said.
Some in Labor have accused Ms Gillard of blaming the two ministers involved - Immigration Minister Chris Bowen and Resources Minister Martin Ferguson - by suggesting they came up with the scheme without consulting her.
Under questioning, Mr Bowen spelt out the chronology of events.
"There was, of course, substantial consultation between my office and other ministerial offices, and detailed brief was provided to the Prime Minister's office early in the week of the 21st of May," he said.
The Opposition then probed the Prime Minister about when she found out.
She responded: "I was fully briefed about the Roy Hill Enterprise Migration Agreement, having returned from Chicago on Wednesday."
"Does she [the Prime Minister] support the agreement lock, stock and barrel, including the employment of up to 1,700 foreign workers?" Mr Abbott asked.
Ms Gillard's answer, eventually, was a yes.
"The Roy Hill agreement is about jobs, is about training, is about Indigenous Australians, is about this agreement for up to 1,715 foreign workers. And it has my support," she said.
But the Opposition said her hesitation was telling.
"A prime minister who had to be dragged kicking and screaming to support her own minister in the Parliament today," Opposition migration spokesman Scott Morrison said.
Mr Morrison also accused Treasurer Wayne Swan of hypocrisy, after he recently criticised Ms Rinehart in an essay.
"Wayne Swan today has outed himself as a double agent in his own phony class war he's on one side saying he's opposed to mining magnates and on the other he's doing special deals with them," he said.
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Discussion in 'Android Devices' started by Steven58, Aug 23, 2011.
From a 20 lb. ball of fur, yes.
Heya Reborn! Didn't miss a whole lot.... same ole
Got a Razr....its so nice! Will I return for the Nexus (assuming it comes out in 14 days)...The world may never know
Thought all dogs feet do....sometimes even the entire dog when not bathed in a while! Well my rescue does anyway ;-)
And I love me some Free-toes!
I'm not saying the phone will be released on 12/17, but if it is, this thread will indeed get to be the #1 all-time thread. We can be happy about that, can't we.
Sweet! Enjoy that l33t thinness!
Steven, I truly love your "glass is half full" outlook. But I'm having a hard time thinking a 12/17 release is something to be happy about considering all the November banter we've tossed about.
I wondered also. I googled "Samsung Mob!lers" and found this page: (among others) Samsung Mob!lers Proving to be a Huge Success
Haha I wish I could say yes, but I will be gone from this area of the forum long before December 17th.
You better not be
Yes we can be happy about the #1 spot and much much more
Anyone else thinking if cm9 comes out before the gnex they will wait for quad core and enjoy ics on their current device until next year?
did you just get it today? if so you have until jan 9 2012 to exchange it I just bought the HTC REZ and should be here tomorrow, so I have until jan 9 to return it aslong there is no damage
I heard 2 months for CM9 last night on XDA. I can see it happening sooner though. No my Inc has had a good life and I'm not interested in a quad core for my phone. SGN it is and will be!
Haha!! Thats me in the centre at the back of that photo!! I am the one in the blue top with white stripes right in front of the revolving doors at Samsung UK HQ in Chertsey. Havent seen that photo in ages! Thanks for sharing that link!
If I still had an Inc? For sure. However, I'm using a borrowed (from VZW actually) Continuum and it has no aftermarket dev support whatsoever. Plus I'm nervous with continuing to use a phone that puts me in debt to VZW. So basically, I have to get one of these 3 and right now I'm leaning towards the Rezound, but we'll see what the rest of the week looks like.
Seriously? And I was going to ask you if you were in that picture, but figured there are a ton of members and might have been a fatuous query to ask of you
its actually january 15th, i posted earlier about it. got the information from a supervisor. the verizon website will change soon to reflect the 15th of january as the end of the holiday return policy.
Thank you for the clarity. I did jump the gun a bit. I was just trying to weed out trolls. Glad you're on board with us. Can't wait to hear your review. Sorry, again.
My wife got a Charge and I stuck with my OG until I lost it and now I use her retired OG. I even TOLD her I was waiting for way more awesome phones than the Charge, but she was tired of using the OG and impatient for a new shiny gadget.
Haha not at all. I have been a Samsung Mob!ler since the beginning. There are lots more of us now though. There should be an intake again in the summer. There are different programmes in many countries around the globe - a new one has just started in India - there are more countries coming online all of the time.
I think CM9 will probably make my OG Droid implode due to too much ICS Greatness. So its kinda out of the question for me. But the Rezound is starting to looking more and more tempting by the day. I don't think I will make it past December 12th.
sweet thanks
No problem! I would have been very sceptical too! Let me know if there is anything you want me to video / blog / screen capture etc. I am not one of the most technical of the Mob!lers but there's 6 of us getting the device early and I can ask around to get answers if I dont have them!
Oh thank you! I didn't want to offend anyone by saying just that!
Good call! You have a large target on you now. And I don't miss.
Welcome to the crazy club!
I'm just gonna trip him, k. He'll be ok.
I wondered which one of you was gonna be first up with a comment
Welcome! Please be sure to take all meds to help with the manic ups and downs.
That's for quitters! We are riding this to the end
I am finally caught up. It's kind of like ocean waves in here...rolling back and forth, leaving some foam behind, sometimes violent, sometimes peaceful but always moving.
So I can see your side completely, however, my wife is happy to have my tricked out DInc 2. We both started with LG Ally's and I quickly rooted and ROM'd our phones, finally maximizing her phone with Velocity ROM v1.2 recently. But one can only live with Froyo for so long. I was able to grab a DInc by adding a 3rd line October 2010, went through multiple warranty replacements (battery, speaker and reboot issues) before Verizon ran out and dropped a DInc 2 into my hands. FFC and perfectly functional CyanogenMod, coupled with the likelihood of CyanogenMod ICS has her content with this hand-me-down. I get your point, I really do, but it is a case by case situation.


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Veteran's Hotline: 'Operation Welcome Home' could face funding struggles
August 28, 2010
In California, the governor launched "Operation Welcome Home."
This $20 million program is designed to help veterans transition from battle to the home front.
The governor said, "We are doing more than thanking them. We are showing them our gratitude through our actions."
The governor's office called the funding critical in allowing county veteran service officers to meet the needs of the state's 2.1 million veterans, including an estimated 165,000 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, in filing for employment, education, housing, health care, family support and federal benefits.
But, a bipartisan committee chaired by a state senator recently voted to limit the "Operation Welcome Home" funding increase from $8.4 million to $1.11 million.
Pete Conaty, a lobbyist for the California Association of County Veteran Service Officers, said "without that money, 'Operation Welcome Home' will almost certainly be a failure and this will result in another broken promise to our veterans."
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Veterans in the Gulf states impacted by the oil spill may qualify for delayed mortgage payments if their mortgages are already guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Secretary Eric Shinseki urged all mortgage companies to extend every possible forbearance to veterans whose livelihoods have been affected by the oil spill crisis.
Shinseki noted that several mortgage companies have already announced plans to waive late payment charges and suspend negative reporting to credit bureaus on affected borrowers.
Loan program makes ownership affordable
There are currently about 1.3 million active home loans that have been obtained using VA's Home Loan Guarantee.
The program makes home ownership more affordable for veterans, active-duty service members and eligible surviving spouses by permitting low or no down payment loans, and by protecting lenders from loss if the borrower fails to repay the loan.
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I am trying to get a representative to give a short seminar on suicide prevention.
I need a basic overview and signs to look for and what to say or not say to someone who indicates they want to commit suicide.
It will be held at the VFW and probably be 1 or 2 hours long.
This is just a heads-up so when the talk is scheduled, I will post it in my hotline and everyone who is interested can make plans to attend.
Unfortunately, we have too many suicides in Craig, and our concern is making everyone aware of the indicators and in our case, especially taking care of veterans.
Honor Flight set to take off in October
Another Honor Flight is being arranged for Oct. 5 and 6. Anyone interested in going can find applications in my office.
Craig Telehealth Clinic reminder
The Craig Community Telehealth Clinic offers U.S. veterans state-of-the-art technology as well as onsite nursing support and remote practitioner availability.
The goal is to provide an extensive array of healthcare services to veterans in a setting that is both accessible and professional.
To appropriately plan and coordinate your visit, access to the clinic is by appointment only. The clinic cannot handle emergency needs.
Flu shot walk-ins are still on-going for veterans currently enrolled in the VAMC Healthcare system. Questions? Call 824-6721.
Tele-psych services now available
Veterans can now get tele-pysch services at the Craig VA Telehealth clinic. All they need to do is call 263-2824 to set up a follow-up appointment for their mental health visit to be done there.
If there are any questions, contact Jayne Scribner at VAMC Grand Junction via phone or e-mail.
Her e-mail address is firstname.lastname@example.com
For information on these programs and/or other veterans' benefits, call or stop in the Moffat County VSO office at 480 Barclay St. (west of the Bank of Colorado parking lot).
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Kim Korbel hired as new library director
The City of New Richmond announced Friday, Jan. 3, that it has hired Kim Korbel as its new library director.
"We are extremely excited to have Kim as an addition to our staff," said Interim Library Director Jennifer Rickard in a written statement. "Her energy, drive and enthusiasm are exhilarating as we are moving forward with our building project. Also, her outlook on libraries and their philosophies will be a core element to the continual changes in the progressive library world. Her values of lifelong learning are exciting for our staffing as well as future programming of the library."
The city will be looking to the new library director to be a high-visibility staff member while collaborating and partnering with the community, especially when it comes to moving forward on building a new library facility, according to the statement.
"Kim is extremely knowledgeable, energetic and passionate about libraries and the services they provide," Rickard wrote. "She will bring a wealth of experience along with many new ideas to the library and the community."


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Women in Tahrir Square Fighting to Prevent Sexual Assaults, Becoming Victims Themselves
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Marco Werman: The latest protests in Cairo's Tahrir Square have been marked by reports of sexual violence against women there. Unfortunately, this is not new. There were several reports of violence against women in the square during the Egyptian revolution two years ago and many since then too. But over the past year groups of female volunteers have formed to patrol Tahrir Square during protests looking for women in need of help. Often though the volunteers themselves end up being assaulted or harassed. Salma el-Tarzi is a member of Operation Anti-Sexual Harassment, one of the groups helping women in the square.
Salma el-Tarzi: We have several hotlines, we have an operation room and we have several teams on the ground distributed in different areas of the square.
Werman: I imagine though that for every person who's calling your hotline there are many others who don't call, I gather. You even witnessed somebody being assaulted.
el-Tarzi: Last Friday we could actually see assaults happening from the location where we were and some of them were not even reported to us on the hotline, but we could see them with our eyes and we tried to intervene.
Werman: Why this spike in these incidents? Why is this happening?
el-Tarzi: We believe that a very big part of these assaults are organized. Sexual assault has always been a tactic used by the system to intimidate to women and to punish women who take part in protests or in manifestations. So
Werman: And what system and who's organizing these assaults?
el-Tarzi: The system is the same system, the system did not change yet. All what is different is that the head of the system changed.
Werman: Can you just clarify, so then you believe that the government of Egypt is perpetuating this violence?
el-Tarzi: To a certain extent, yes. This is not new. We have had similar cases and similar assaults during the past two years, and even starting from 2005 where there was a very famous case of a female protestor and the journalist who got stripped and assaulted sexually during demonstrations against a constitution amendment during the rule of Mubarak. So it's not a new tactic used by the system to intimidate women taking part of protests and manifestations.
Werman: Are you hopeful for the future? I mean you have this organization, on the other hand it sounds like your organization has a huge challenge facing it.
el-Tarzi: It does and I think the positive thing is that finally someone is taking a proactive step to stop what's happening and to talk about it openly. Despite what happened on the 25th, we keep on receiving phone calls for more volunteers and people who want to help. And this gives us a lot of hope that at least we are starting somewhere.
Werman: knowing the risks and the violence, what brings you and other women back to the square?
el-Tarzi: We are being attacked for being women and not going back to the square and not taking part in this would mean that we got defeated and it means that the only safe place would be at home. And we refuse to stay at home. This is part of the struggle and this is a very personal fight.
Werman: Salma el-Tarzi, a member of Operation Anti-Sexual Harassment in Cairo, thank you very much for speaking with us.
el-Tarzi: Thank you.


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Curcumin in Preventing Colorectal Cancer in Patients Undergoing Colorectal Endoscopy or Colorectal Surgery
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PURPOSE: This phase I trial is studying the side effects of curcumin in preventing colorectal cancer in patients undergoing colorectal endoscopy or colorectal surgery.
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|A Pilot Study of Administration of Curcumin to Determine Colonic Curcumin Tissue Levels in Patients Awaiting Colorectal Endoscopy or Patients With Colorectal Cancer Awaiting Resection
- Concentration of curcumin in colorectal tissue after treatment
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- To determine levels of curcumin and its metabolites in normal colorectal tissue in patients undergoing colorectal endoscopy or colorectal cancer surgery following a 14-day course of curcumin.
- To assess the practicality, acceptability, and safety of administering 5 capsules of curcumin daily for 14 days.
- To check the presence of curcumin and its metabolites in peripheral blood and urine.
OUTLINE: Patients receive oral curcumin once daily for 14-28 days. Patients then undergo colorectal endoscopy or resection.
Normal colorectal tissue samples are collected via biopsy for curcumin assay after the last dose of curcumin. Patients also undergo blood and urine sample collection at baseline and after the last dose of curcumin for pharmacokinetic analysis by high performance liquid chromatography.
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- No significant medical or psychiatric problem, including significant renal, hepatic, or hematological dysfunction, that would make the patient a poor candidate for this study
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colon cancer
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I don't play in a league that limits itself to either the American or National League, so I don't know the pain of losing Ryan Dempster or Zack Greinke to the AL. It must truly suck, for lack of a better term.
Every year fantasy owners deal with the dealings though. For every NL-only owner cursing Theo Epstein for trading Dempster to the AL, there's an AL-only owner ready to bid on him.
For those of us who draw from both leagues, one of our players getting traded can open up an opportunity, put the player in a better situation, or completely kill his value.
Here's a list of winners and losers from Tuesday's trade deadline:
P Zack Greinke (Angels): Here's another pitcher tossed in the middle of a pennant race from the depths of the National League Central. Greinke looked very solid in his Los Angeles of Anaheim debut, even though he took the loss. I'm sure he will miss Miller Park where he was unbeatable (15-0, 2.93 ERA in 23 starts), but unlike Dempster, he's a former AL Cy Young winner. I expect him to dominate down the stretch.
3B/SS Hanley Ramirez (Dodgers): Ramirez has averaged over an RBI a game since being shipped to Los Angeles. The Marlins moved him because he was an underperforming headcase. The Dodgers have a history of reforming those types (see: Ramirez, Manny). At least in the beginning. I bet he has his best half of baseball since 2009, which would make him a Top 10 player.
P Ryan Dempster (Rangers): Dempster has never pitched in the AL before, which should work in his favor. The AL is definitely a tougher league, but he's been lights out this season with a 2.25 ERA and 1.04 WHIP. The trade tosses him into a pennant race, and veterans usually respond positively. Pitching for the Cubs, those ratios only earned him a 5-5 record. If he continues his stellar performance, wins will be the least of his worries. Expect a spike in his ratios though.
P Paul Maholm (Braves): Maholm has actually pitched better than Dempster recently. He is 5-0 with a 1.00 ERA, 32 strikeouts and nine walks over the last month. In none of those starts has he allowed more than one run or gone fewer than six innings. Maholm has also fared well in his new home park, with a 1.69 ERA and one homer allowed in 32 innings.
3B Chase Headley (Padres): Despite being linked to several AL contenders over the past several weeks, Headley ended up staying in San Diego. While, I'm positive that made Padre fans happy, it certainly didn't make his fantasy owners jump for joy. I'm fairly certain a move to the AL would unlock his potential. Hell, not playing half his games in Petco would make him a .300 hitter.
P Jonathan Broxton (Reds): Broxton was one of the few bright spots among fantasy closers this season, with 23 saves and a 2.27 ERA for Kansas City. Now he's a set-up guy for Aroldis Chapman in Cincinnati. Knowing he would likely be traded, and relegated to the set-up role, I traded him a month ago for Anibal Sanchez. Looks like a solid play at this point. Now it's time for his owners to drop him.
OF Travis Snider (Pirates): I actually think this will be good for Snider and the Pittsburgh long term. However, for the rest of the season, I expect his power potential to drop off considering he won't be playing in the launching pad known as the Rogers Centre. It also takes young players some time to adjust to new surroundings.
P Francisco Liriano (White Sox): Something is up when a team trades a player to their division rival. Liriano wasn't exactly lighting the world on fire in Minnesota either -- 3-10, 117 strikeouts with a 5.18 ERA and 1.43 WHIP. He has had two double digit strikeout games recently -- 15 against the A's and 10 against the Orioles -- and that's what probably enabled the Twins to deal him. Plus, he moves to a hitters park in Cellular Field. My Magic 8-Ball says "Outlook not so good".


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D.C. minimum wage bill: Vincent Gray still undecided on signing or veto
D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray says he has spent the last three weeks listening to arguments for and against the Large Retailer Accountability Act, but he still has not decided whether or not to sign it.
In fact, he still has not received a copy of the bill from the D.C. Council.
In an appearance on NewsTalk with Bruce DePuyt on NewsChannel 8 on Wednesday, Gray said that he has yet to make up his mind on whether to sign or veto the bill, which was passed July 10 by an 8-5 vote. The bill would force most large retailers that occupy 75,000 square feet or more to pay a minimum wage of $12.50 per hour.
DOCUMENT: Read the Large Retailer Accountability Act
That minimum wage is significantly higher than the District's minimum wage of $8.25. Gray emphasized Wednesday that the bill is not meant to solely pick on Walmart, which has threatened to cancel plans for three stores if he signs the legislation.
"This isn't just a Walmart bill," Gray said. "Lots of large retailers are affected by it. For people to tag it as a Walmart bill doesn't recognize the scope of this legislation."
Some big box retailers would be exempt from implementing the $12.50 minimum wage, including those who would be included in a grandfather clause and stores with unionized workforces.
Gray mentioned such companies as Costco, Wegmans, Harris Teeter and Macy's as stores that would be impacted by the bill if he were to sign it into law. Once the mayor receives a copy of the LRAA, he'll have 10 days to either sign it, veto it or send it back to the council unsigned.
In the meantime, the mayor insists that he has not yet made up his mind and continues to evaluate all sides and arguments for and against passage.
"It'd be disingenuous if I had the decision in my head," Gray said. "I'm really listening to hear if there are different ideas on why this is or isn't a good idea."
Gray told DePuyt that it's unusual that it would take this long for D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson to transmit to him an approved bill. He believes that the 10-day timeline has something to do with that decision.
"Let's say I send it back or veto it," Gray said. "I suspect he's concerned about the timetable and making sure his members are available."
A third way to tackle the issue would be to raise the minimum wage District-wide, though Gray says that would have to come through separate legislation.
"We've had councilmembers who have raised that possibility, as has the president for the federal minimum wage."
Walmart has been on a public relations blitz against the Large Retailer Accountability Act both before and after its passage. Just before it was voted on, the company said it would cancel plans to build three of its six planned stores for the District if the bill were passed and signed.
Those three stores in limbo would be located at Skyland Town Center, Capitol Gateway in Northeast D.C. and on New York Avenue near Bladensburg Road. Each of those stores would create 300 permanent jobs.


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Brother Benno is hosting its annual fundraiser, "Harvest Gold" Oct. 26 at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa. The Oceanside-based nonprofit provides food and programs to help the working poor, elderly and homeless.
At the heart of its work is a free hot breakfast served to 200 adults and children, who line up before 6 a.m. for what is largely their only warm meal of the day.
Patrons eat at picnic tables in the dining hall of the center at 3260 Production Ave. Volunteers from throughout the community serve breakfast; some come to sing or play music during the meal. The kitchen is run mainly by folks who have graduated from the center's addiction rehab programs.
Along with breakfast, six days a week, volunteers make sack lunches and give out boxes of food staples, such as rice and dried beans distributed at seven locations around Oceanside.
The nonprofit offers recovery programs, rental assistance and aid to veterans along with educational programs. The center also provides clothing, laundry and a place to take a shower.
The agency is known for running a lean operation with hundreds of volunteers, an executive director who is paid $1 a year and a handful of staff, who take on the duties of "servants of the poor;" the staff receive room and board and a stipend of $300 per month.
Brother Bennos began as a soup kitchen in 1983. At the time, most of the people served were homeless, but now the majority are the working poor, including families with children, who are a paycheck away from becoming homeless.
The event starts at 10 a.m. Entertainment is by the Harmonettes, Live and silent auction along with cash drawing and door prizes.
Tickets: $60; proceeds benefit the Brother Benno Foundation.
Reserve at (760) 295-0059.
Who is Brother Benno?
Brother Benno Garrity was a Benedictine monk and baker at the Prince of Peace Abbey in Oceanside. For decades he drove through poor neighborhoods in the area handing out loaves of bread to anyone who needed it. He went to businesses and exchanged bread for other necessities for the poor.
He inspired Harold Kutler, one of the businessmen he visited and his wife, Kay, to open a soup kitchen in 1983. His bread was served with the soup. Benno died in 1992 and as a tribute to him, bread is always available at the center.


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Kotzebue residents are still recovering from Sunday's tragic confrontation between law enforcement and a local man, which left Kotzebue's Arvid Nelson Jr. dead and two troopers wounded.
According to initial investigation by the Alaska State Troopers, 50-year-old Nelson died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Events began to unfold around 9:15 a.m. Sunday, June 17, when the Kotzebue Police Department received a report that Nelson's vehicle had struck the guardrail on Ted Steven's Way. According to that initial report, Nelson's vehicle was stopped on the road, and a passerby in another vehicle had witnessed him brandishing a firearm.
Sgt. Norman Hughes, a Kotzebue Police officer, responded to the report with two Kotzebue-based troopers, Gordon Young and Christopher Bitz, according to a press release from the Department of Public Safety. When they approached the vehicle, Nelson shot at the officers, wounding both troopers.
Trooper Bitz was shot in the upper leg, and medevaced to Anchorage for immediate medical treatment. He is in stable condition at an Anchorage hospital recovering from his wound. Trooper Young suffered a minor injury and was treated at the Kotzebue clinic before being released and heading back to the scene.
"The suspect was barricaded in the vehicle until 6 p.m.," wrote AST Information Officer Beth Ipsen in a release. "Five members of the Southcentral Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and a crisis negotiator flew from Anchorage via a charter airplane and arrived in Kotzebue shortly after 2 p.m. to assist in the safe resolution of the situation."
Nelson's vehicle was near enough to the end of the runway that all but emergency airport traffic was shut down.
The SERT team pursued a number of different methods in order to contact Mr. Nelson, said AST Captain Barry Wilson, C Detachment Commander. Though a trained crisis negotiator was on hand, the location of the vehicle prevented troopers from safely getting near enough to Mr. Nelson to speak with him.
"The best thing is (if) we can talk with them and they decide to come out," Wilson said. "With the open terrain, there was not an easy way to get to (the) location. You couldn't hide behind a solid wall. We couldn't get close to the vehicle to try to make further verbal contact."
Nelson did not answer his cellphone when troopers tried to contact him that way, Wilson said, so they sought to reach him through other non-lethal methods.
They launched bean-bag rounds at the vehicle to knock the windows out, said Ipsen's report. They also launched pepper powder rounds through the windows, trying to force Nelson to leave the vehicle.
All efforts to communicate with Nelson failed, and troopers were unable to make any contact with him following the exchange of gunfire that morning.
There were indications that Nelson was alive during this time, but non-communicative.
"We did see some movement in the vehicle up until the last part of the afternoon," Wilson said.
The standoff ended at 6 p.m. Troopers approached the vehicle to find Nelson had died of a gunshot wound.
Troopers: SERT deployments rare in rural Alaska
Four investigators and a crime scene technician remain in Kotzebue to perform a thorough investigation of the incident, and Nelson's body was sent to the State Medical Examiners Office in Anchorage for an autopsy.
"The Alaska Bureau of Investigations is the investigative arm of the Alaska State Troopers," Wilson said, "(which) does all of our investigations into our use of force investigations."
That same branch also oversees all homicide investigations. The same attention that would be given a homicide investigation is given to situations like this, Wilson said, in order to assure that the transpired events are fully understood.
While gunfire was exchanged between the troopers and Nelson, it seems apparent that Nelson's life did end through suicide.
"I am confident from the information that I've been provided that it was a self inflicted gunshot wound," Wilson said.
This is just the second time in the last year that Wilson could recall a SERT team responding to a rural Alaska crisis situation.
He said the outcome of this conflict was disheartening for everyone involved.
"Our goal is that everybody safely leaves the situation," Wilson said. "And that includes the officers, that includes the public and that includes the suspect."
Members of the community are at a loss for how to respond, said Kotzebue resident Noah Naylor, and are deeply saddened by such a tragic event.
"I'm not sure how I feel about it," said Naylor, who said he hadn't realized how serious the situation had become until later in the day, and was shocked to hear that two troopers had been shot.
"I feel really terrible about the whole incident. It's just a bad situation all around," he said. "I still feel uncomfortable talking about it."
Wilson echoed that feeling, and said the troopers are saddened by such loss of life as well.
"My personal reaction is it's just unfortunate," Wilson said. "It's unfortunate that it happened at all in the first place. It's unfortunate that this individual chose the initial response to the officers arriving on the scene. It's unfortunate we weren't able to communicate with him."
The Alaska State Troopers ask that anyone with information, pictures or video that could pertain to their investigation please call (907) 269-5611.
This article was originally published by The Arctic Sounder and is reprinted here with permission. Hannah Heimbuch can be reached at hheimbuch(at)reportalaska.com.


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