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I've been looking online the last few weeks, researching the best (for me) carry gun. I decided on the M&P 9c. I've had my TX CHL since May but haven't been carrying because I don't have a suitable weapon. And because I was out-of-state in Michigan for the summer I couldn't buy anything as a TX resident.
I thought my 4" Dan Wesson .357 would work when I bought it, but it's just too big. The Hi-Point 9mm, the first gun I bought knowing that it wasn't meant for carry, is kind of clunky and ugly. I shoot it at the range and you can't tell the holes in the target from those of a much more expensive gun, but then I look at my hand and think "brick with handle".
So, having decided on the model, I needed to find a good deal. The best online retailer was Bud's. They had several with and without safeties for about $450.
(I found it interesting that it comes in about a dozen flavors--10 and 12 rnd mags, thumb safety or not, magazine safety or not, olive, black or desert, etc. Plus, various combinations of the features.)
Anyway, GB had a bunch, 50-something, and almost all were over $500 starting price...except one. The auction had just 8 hrs. to go and there were no bids yet with the buy it now price of $400. The seller had an A+ rating with 3000+ reviews. Check. The 9c was the exact flavor I was looking for. Check. Takes credit cards with no sur-charge. Check. I'm in.
Now I'm just waiting on the call from my FFL guy. Woo hoo!
Congrats. An excellent gun. I have one and love it.
Good choice!
Nice gun, I love mine.
Don't sell that DW , you may want a very accurate handgun one day . You can get a small grip for it from LB Customs grips and a 21/2" barrel and shroud from EWKarms to shirk up the external size. I do like the M&P9c my wife has as I did the break in a trigger work on it and may get me a 4 1/2" M&P 45 but my DW revolvers will never leave. Maybe take up some hog hunting?? One of them in a mernickel midrise ps-6 holster makes for a fine set up.
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My 9c came in Monday and everything went smoothly with the transfer at the LGS. On Tuesday I went to the range and put 200 rounds through it. I took a box of Remington, one and a half boxes of Seller & Beloit and a box of PMC Bronze, all in 115 grain FMJ. I also tried a box (25) of Liberty Civil Defense lead-free 50 gr. hollow point.
I had one failure to feed with either the Rem or the S-B ammo. I'm not sure which because I had a mixed magazine having just started a new box. I cleared the round and put it back in the magazine and tried to rack it in. Failure to feed the same round a second time. I guess I should have saved it for closer examination or measurement. I didn't. I cleared the round again, stuck it in the open chamber by hand, released the slide and shot it. Bang, worked just fine and cycled the next round with no issues.
Probably not the safest thing to do, and someone will tell me how dumb that was, but I really didn't think it through first. Anyway, I finished up the rest of the boxes with no further problems. I think it was the cartridge at fault, maybe too short or too long, or deformed in some way (though not visible with a cursory glance) that prevented a smooth feed.
All in all, I'm very happy with my new acquisition. My carry holster, magazine pouch and some other goodies come in soon so I'll post an update in a few days.
Glad you enjoy your 9c. I love mine. I haven't had any problems with factory ammunition. I reload, and am not the most precise reloader, so I've had some issues with those, but I'm working on fixing them.
Anyway, its a great gun and I'm glad you're pleased.
As I was telling my wife last night, I still "need" a bolt-action hunting rifle, a 1911-style semi-auto and an AR-style rifle. Well, she doesn't see it quite the same way as I do, as you can probably imagine.
Why can't they (wives, I mean) understand, it's like shoes or purses are to them. They know perfectly well that they can't wear blue shoes with a brown dress. They should get it that you can't punch .357 magnium holes in a target with a .22 Roughrider. It just isn't done. ;-)
Gota take the wife shooting more and get HER hooked then more guns will come home. Aaa, her guns too.
My girlfriend wanted a pistol of her own so we decided on a 9c she loved it til we bought a G19, but that's ok I get to carry the little Smith now. Other then the fact that the mag release sometimes gets pressed by accident while carrying it I like a lot
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The overnight evaporation of the Taliban left a yawning power vacuum. In some areas local militias formed to prevent looting, with greater or lesser success. In central Pashtunistan Square, a standoff developed outside the National Bank when one group equipped with automatic rifles and a grenade launcher argued furiously with would-be looters bearing small arms and swords. Weapons were leveled, and bystanders sprinted for cover before the situation defused. Said Mohammed Rafi, 23, a mechanic: "We've had 23 years of war. People are desperately poor, and a lot of guns have been unearthed or taken from Taliban posts. The sooner government troops get here and take control, the better."
Elsewhere there was gunplay and brutal mob justice. A pair of Arab jihadists barricaded themselves in a tiny kitchen of a house near the airport and fought off armed locals for an hour before crying out the Shahadah ("There is no god but God, and Muhammad is his Prophet") and killing themselves with their own grenades. In Shahr-i-Nao, three Arabs and three Pakistanis, unaware that their comrades had abandoned the city, emerged from an office at dawn and were plunged into a protracted fire fight with residents, who finally prevailed. Several, screaming "Death to Pakistan!" jumped into a dry, concrete water channel where two soldiers lay wounded and began to kick them. Others pulled TIME's correspondent forward to watch as a civilian, his face contorted with hatred, fired short bursts from a Kalashnikov rifle into the still heaving chests of the wounded. Another man used his knife to gouge out the eyes of the third, mortally wounded foreigner.
By 11 a.m., although the Alliance's armor remained behind, the first of 2,000 armed police in distinctive charcoal gray uniforms were taking up positions at key intersections across the city, backed by army units. By evening the number of security forces in and around the city had swelled to 6,000. As the sun set on a Taliban-free Kabul for the first time in five years, a pickup truck, blaring long-banned Afghan music, slowly circled Pashtunistan Square. Men crowded onto its bed, clapping and dancing into the night.


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The final resting place of Max's young wife and daughter, Cemetery represents the tragic past Max cannot forget. With a wintry New York City skyline, sniping positions amongst the monuments, destructible tombstones, circular fighting arenas in a rotunda garden and a looming mausoleum, Cemetery makes a fitting final home for your enemies
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Some people doubted the Honda Accord would survive when it came to the U.S. in the mid-1970s.
It was a small, relatively light two-door hatchback with a tiny four-cylinder engine. Its fuel economy was great, which helped it get consumers' attention during the energy crisis days. And at least it was bigger than the company's compact Civic, which had been on sale in the U.S. for a few years. But the car seemed too fragile for the rigors of American family transport.
Looks deceived. The Accord turned out to be one of the most robust, most reliable cars ever, and today one can still find the earliest models on the road.
Honda is about to launch the 2013 Accord, marking nine generations of the vehicle, which has been a top-selling car for many years. It often loses the top-selling-car crown to Toyota's Camry, but the Accord is almost always in the running and has a huge following. It has turned many American families into Honda families.
Reliability and performance have long been big draws for the Accord, but styling is also part of the reason it is popular. We aren't talking about beautiful shapes and flashy, head-turning design. The Accord has built its reputation on styling so bland that it blends into most backgrounds and — this is important — offends almost no one.


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West End, N.C. — A man was seriously injured Sunday night after an SUV hit him while he was riding a lawn mower on a Moore County road.
Authorities said Gregory Short, 60, was riding in the middle of Murdocksville Road near West End when an SUV hit him just before 9 p.m.
The man was flown to Duke University Hospital. The extent of his injuries were unclear Sunday night.
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Ko's achievements 'unfathomable' - Williams
Steve Williams has seen plenty on the golf course but says he's almost lost for words when it comes to fellow Kiwi Lydia Ko's achievements.
Williams has caddied for Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Raymond Floyd and now Adam Scott but admits 15-year-old Ko, who on Sunday aims to win an incredible fourth professional tournament while still an amateur, blows his mind.
Ko, who starts the final round of the Women's Australian Open at Royal Canberra tied for the lead with Jiyai Shin, is looking to add to her NSW Open, Canadian Open and New Zealand Open titles.
"I don't know Lydia at all but obviously I have followed her very closely and it really is hard to explain in words how good what she has already achieved is," Williams said from the US PGA tour event in Los Angeles on Saturday.
"It's really hard to fathom. To be that good, that young, and that composed at that age is just incredible."
Ko's feats have caused shockwaves in the US with Golf Channel moving to show the final round of the Australian Open live instead of on delay as originally planned.
Williams says he's not surprised.
"We're all talking about it out here," he said.
"The players are all talking about it, she's not flying under the radar but she's still so composed. What she has done is truly hard to put in words.
"She's playing against seasoned professionals and really good players and it's just astonishing.
"Golf Channel going live here in the US speaks volumes. They wouldn't change their programming under any normal circumstances. They obviously think something special could happen."
Williams differs to Kiwi player Michael Campbell who suggested the phenom hold off turning professional.
Williams will meet with Ko's mentor Guy Williams in coming weeks to impart his wisdom about life on tour.
He pointed out American Lexi Thompson and her special exception to join the tour at a young age.
"I'm honoured to be asked by Guy to talk to them about it," Williams said.
"I don't know the rules and regulations of the LPGA tour and I don't know what her philosophy and thoughts are right now and what her parents have planned for her but whatever plan they had she has probably exceeded their expectations in every single manner.
"I would think someone like Lydia could only help the LPGA and help grow their game and their name.
"There is no negative on going pro in my mind. There is nothing I can think of to suggest she shouldn't play the LPGA tour.
"These days she could continue to study while playing, let's face it she already plays a schedule where she misses plenty of school."


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"Ice cream is happiness condensed."
–Jessi Lane Adams
In my family, if all six of us kids had been good, we would all get ice cream. So you see, ice cream was a very rare treat. But it need not be for you. Whether it's a popsicle, gelato, or ice cream, everyone has a favorite incarnation of frozen happiness. These recipes take 25 minutes or less to put together, and once frozen, you can spread the smiles.
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text: Autumn arrived last week (according to the calendar, at least), and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has issued its regular seasonal warning against unlawful brush fires in rural areas.State law prohibits burning in unincorporated areas during the months of March, April, May, October and November between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.According to the department, "It is illegal to burn material within the boundaries of any municipal corporation and within 1,000 feet of an inhabited building on a neighboring property. Garbage, dead animals or material containing rubber, grease or petroleum (such as tires and plastics) cannot be burned anywhere in Ohio. Brush, tree trimmings and leaves may be burned only on the property where they are generated as long as it is outside a restricted area."People utilizing legal fires also can "find themselves in trouble" if the smoke created creates a public nuisance, according to the DNR. "Smoke from fires cannot create a visibility hazard on roadways, railroad tracks or airfields. Do not burn on windy days. Wet leaves and brush create more smoke when they burn than dry yard waste does."Safety-wise, the DNR offered the following advice when burning in a permissible location: For safety, ODNR offers the following safety tips when burning in a permissible location: "Clear the burning site of all flammable materials." "Use a proper burning container or barrel with a lid." "Clear a 10-foot area around the burning site." "Have water and hand tools ready in case fire escapes." "Avoid burning on windy days." "Do not burn within 200 feet of any woodland, brushland or field containing dry grass." "Stay with the fire until it is out." "Take all responsible precautions."Potpourri Matt Slicker of Marshallville participated in the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation's Young Leaders trip to Washington, D.C., earlier this month. He was nominated by Wayne County Farm Bureau to take part in the event, "which gives young agricultural leaders experience in the legislative process at the federal level and exposes them to key policy issues," according to a release. Wayne County farmer Bob Slicker is serving on the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation's policy development committee, which collects, organizes and finalizes policy recommendations submitted by Farm Bureau offices throughout the state. Richard Reimer of Smithville was elected as an alternate delegate to the American Angus Association's annual meeting, taking place in Louisville, Ky., in mid-November.


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Wii U will release in Europe on December 7, 2012, according to French retailer Fnac.
As reported by JeuxActu, in-store posters at Fnac date the console for release in three months' time. The store's website also prices the console at 349 EUR and reaffirms the December date.
The date ties in with previous reports that the European release of Wii U had been pushed back to December owing to problems with manufacturing.
Last month, it was rumoured that Nintendo had faced "manufacturing issues" with the Wii U's GamePad.
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Quick-snipping, fast-folding volunteers raised almost £9,000 for a Harrow hospice when they wrapped presents for shoppers before Christmas.
The group of 90 volunteers wrapped gifts, sang carols and collected money at St Ann's and St George's shopping centres in Harrow in the two weeks before Christmas.
They scissored through 2,400m of wrapping paper and 1,920m of ribbon over 13 days to raise £8,800 for the hospice, which cares for people with life-limiting illnesses.
The youngest wrapper was five-year-old Aaron Sohanpal, and the team was bolstered by staff from RBS, Natwest and young volunteers from the Challenge Network.
St Ann's shopping centre manager Jeff Jackson said: "We were pleased to welcome St Luke's back again for the Christmas gift wrapping service as our charity of the year. It not only adds a great service for our shoppers but it raises such a huge amount for the charity and we would like to thank everyone that gave so generously this year."


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Classes at Marc Adams School of Woodworking
The Marc Adams School of Woodworking is conveniently located just 12 miles south of Indianapolis and is one of the largest hands-on woodworking schools in the world with nearly 20,000 square feet of space and getting ready to grow. The school has three large bench rooms, two huge tool rooms, a wonderful multimedia/cafeteria room, and an outbuilding for special classes. The facility features wireless internet service so bring your own laptop.
At each instructor's bench there are two 36" wide-screen televisions with two zoom cameras to put you closer to the action. There is a specially designed sound system available for those who have a hard time hearing during class lectures. Each student has his or her own custom-made Lie-Nielsen workbench, a stool to sit on, and a rubber mat to make standing on concrete a little easier on the knees and back. Students gain the most in an environment conducive to learning.
There are plenty of power tools and even more hand tools to aid in the learning process. Each tool room offers plenty of workspace, along with a variety of well-maintained equipment. There are 10 SawStop table saws; 15 band saws; 11 planers; 9 jointers; 21 ONEWAY lathes; 8 drill presses; 25 scroll saws; 12 power miter saws; 2 shapers; 7 large router tables; 3 large panel sanders; 10 oscillating drum sanders; 9 mortising machines; 5 large vacuum presses; 1 large metal milling machine; 5 Delray down draft tables, 63 master workbenches; 3 edge and 15 disc sanders; plus more than 900 clamps and all the hand tools you could imagine. There are four clean bathrooms (two of which are wheelchair-accessible) and a utility room with special safety equipment. The buildings are air-conditioned but during the summer students should plan on dressing comfortably. Please note that the facility will not be open on Sunday afternoons. Plan on arriving on Monday morning by 7:45 am. And by the way, did I mention the school has an ice cream machine?
The shop is located just 12 miles south of Indianapolis and is only 27 miles from the Indianapolis International Airport. From Indianapolis take I-65 south to the Whiteland exit (exit mile marker 95). Turn left (east) on Whiteland Road and drive 2.2 miles. The shop is on the left hand (north) side of the road. Heading north from Louisville take I-65 to the Whiteland exit (exit mile marker 95). Turn right (east) on Whiteland Road and drive 2 miles. The shop is on the left hand (north) side of the road. The building is brown and the sign says: "MARC ADAMS SCHOOL OF WOODWORKING, THE LARGEST WOODWORKING SCHOOL IN NORTH AMERICA."
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MASW is a very busy place with lots of activities during the week. Class instruction and use of power equipment goes from 8:00 a.m. to around 6:00 p.m. each weekday. After 6:00 p.m., when the power equipment goes off, students are more than welcome to stay and work, socialize, or do research in the school's library. Each class is required to review safety before power equipment can be used, but after the safety session, power equipment will officially be on, and students will have full access to all the machinery covered in the safety review.
During the week, students will have multiple opportunities take breaks and enjoy some camaraderie. The first will be on Tuesday evening when the instructors show slides of their work. This event will start around 5:30 p.m. and will offer a dinner for anyone who wishes to attend. The second will be to take a class photo. It is highly advisable for students to plan some time during the week to visit the other workshops. There is always something else going on, and it is okay to pop in and see what folks are learning in the other workshops. For full week workshops, the final cleanup will take place on Friday afternoon around 3:00 p.m., and students should be on their way home around 4:00 p.m.


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- A fraction of Journey's accomplishments: 80 million albums sold worldwide, 19 Top 40 singles, diamond album certification
- A fraction of the Steve Miller Band's accomplishments: 30 million albums sold worldwide, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Their accomplishments together: they created some of rock's biggest hits and helped define the "San Francisco Sound"
- The legendary opener that turns the tour into a San Francisco trinity: Tower of Power
- What Journey says about the tour: "We are all so looking forward to playing again for you in 2014 with the great company of the Steve Miller Band and Tower of Power. It's going to be a San Francisco musical delight from the past and present, moving full speed ahead into the future!"
- How you know Journey is still huge: their 2011 tour ranked in the top 15 tours of that year
- Further proof: more than 30 years after it was recorded, "Don't Stop Believin'" became the biggest-selling song from the 20th century in iTunes history
- Best reason to keep believin': the phenomenal story behind Journey lead singer and Steve Perry ringer Arnel Pineda, who the band hand-picked to join them after watching his popular YouTube videos
- Other names you know Steve Miller by: "Space Cowboy," "Gangster of Love," "Maurice"
- Steve Miller songs you know by heart: "Joker," "Rock'n Me," "Abracadabra"
- What he's been up to lately: 2010's Bingo and 2011's Let Your Hair Down
- What Steve Miller calls the tour: "a not to be missed trifecta of the best of soul, greatest hits and arena rock by three of the greatest bands to come out of San Francisco, clearly a once in a life time event."
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Peace Arch protesters call for action
Hundreds of protesters marched at the Peace Arch Saturday in support of the growing Idle No More movement.
The peaceful demonstration at the Douglas border crossing included supporters from both sides of the border and as far away as Vancouver Island. Many wore traditional aboriginal clothing, carried flags and played drums.
The Idle No More movement started in November in opposition to the omnibus federal bill C-45, introduced by the Harper government in October. The bill, which passed into law in December, implements changes to the Indian Act, the Navigation Protection Act and the Environment Assessment Act, and has been criticized by opponents due to lack of consultation with First Nations.
Marilyn Borgen, a South Surrey resident of Cree-Métis heritage, brought her aboriginal foster children to Saturday's demonstration.
"It's time to take a stand," Borgen said. "The Harper government should smarten up. I don't think they should take the rights away from the natives."
The movement has gained momentum in recent weeks since Theresa Spence, chief of the Attawapiskat First Nation in Ontario, began a hunger strike in December, seeking a meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Harper announced last week he would meet this Friday with Spence and members of the Assembly of First Nations.
Speaking to the enthusiastic crowd at the Peace Arch demonstration – one of several protests to take place Saturday across Canada and the U.S. – Joan Phillip said she expects support for the movement continue to grow in the coming months.
"This is just the beginning," the spouse of Grand Chief Stewart Phillip said. "I honestly feel this is going to be a long, hot summer. We don't want any more meetings, we want action."
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Konerko leads White Sox past Royals
Konerko leads White Sox in win
Looks like Ozzie knows best.
"I never sit players on the bench because there's trouble," Guillen said. "My job is just to try to get them to go out and play the game. Don't worry about it; you'll do good."
Konerko broke out of his 6-for-46 slump with three hits, including a pair of two-run home runs, a sacrifice fly and five RBIs, to lead his mates to a 7-4 triumph over the Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Monday night. Konerko had entered the game hitting .130, but notched the game-winner in the eighth with a two-run blast off Royals reliever David Riske.
"It feels good to put good work in and take it into a game and actually use it," Konerko said. "That was my goal, to compete, and then laugh or cry after the game."
Guillen was the second-happiest person to see Konerko catch fire.
"He needed it bad," Guillen said. "He was going crazy."
Mark Buehrle started on the mound for the Sox. He was coming off a nifty no-hitter last week against Texas which earned him American League Player of the Week honors. He picked up Tuesday night right where he had left off, retiring 13 of the first 14 hitters he faced.
"I kind of joked. I came out after the first inning and told them I had a no-hitter again," Buehrle said. "Coming off a no-hitter, I figured something crazy was going to happen -- go out there and give up 10 hits or get beat around a little bit. But, I did a lot better than I thought I would."
"I was disappointed after the first hit," Guillen joked. Guillen said he had the feeling in Spring Training things were going to work out well for his left-hander this year.
Buehrle and KC's Gil Meche had hooked up in a 0-0 pitchers' duel into the fifth until the Royals drew first blood. Esteban German, starting at third in the place of struggling rookie Alex Gordon, stroked a double into left-center. Hot-hitting catcher John Buck followed with his fourth homer of the season to make it, 2-0. That snapped Buehrle's scoreless string at 19 innings.
The White Sox tied it at 2 in the sixth, when Tadahito Iguchi stroked a double into the right-field corner. Konerko then hit the next Meche pitch just over the left-field bullpen gate. Up to that point, the Sox had only managed three harmless singles off Meche.
Konerko said the home run was the last thing on his mind.
"It doesn't ever really concern me when I'm not hitting them, because they have a tendency to come in bunches," he said.
Konerko said he thought he had a pretty good plan for Monday night and stuck to it.
"Every pitch of every at bat, I thought I was pretty disciplined," he said.
The Royals retook the lead at 3-2 in the sixth. Chicago tied it again in the seventh, when Darin Erstad singled home Joe Crede. The White Sox went ahead for good in the eighth, when Konerko homered for the second time.
Buehrle retired after seven innings and 103 pitches and picked up his second win of the season. Four Chicago relievers combined to finish the game, with Bobby Jenks pitching the ninth for his seventh save and a tie for the American League lead.
"I feel confident in all my pitches," Buehrle said. "There towards the end I missed a couple of spots, and they took advantage of it. But overall, I was getting ahead in the count and making pitches when I needed to make pitches."
"Buehrle threw the ball great," said Guillen, who added the bullpen was "a little shaky."
"The bullpen needs to throw more strikes," Guillen said. "If they hit it, I can live with that. If you make those guys swing the bat, you have a chance. When you're walking people, you're looking for trouble."
Meche also pitched seven innings and recorded a no-decision. Reliever Jimmy Gobble faced one batter, threw one pitch, gave up a single to Jim Thome and suffered the loss.
Tadahito Iguchi and Thome joined Konerko in pacing the 12-hit Sox attack. Iguchi had two hits, including a double, and scored two runs. Thome pounded two hits in five trips and scored a run and drove in a run.
Max Utsler is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Diamond Seven Layer Magic Cookie Bars1
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Peter from Chattanooga, TN made these for his mother. She immediately declared him favorite son. Magic, indeed.
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- 1/2 c
- butter, melted
- 2 c
- graham cracker crumbs
- 1 c
- raspberry jam
- 1 c
- shredded coconut
- 1 c
- Diamond of California Walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 c
- Diamond of California Pecans, toasted and chopped
- 1 c
- semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 can(s)
- (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
How to Make Diamond Seven Layer Magic Cookie Bars
- 1Preheat oven to 350º. Place the walnuts and pecans on a baking sheet or shallow pan spreading them evenly. Place in oven and bake, stirring once or twice, until lightly browned and fragrant, about 7 to 10 minutes. Chop nuts coarsely and set aside. Lightly butter or line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper and set aside. Mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl.
- 2To form the crust, transfer the crumbs to the prepared 9-inch pan and, using your fingers of the flat bottom of a small measuring cup, press firmly into the base of the side dish. Spread an even layer of raspberry over the crust. Sprinkle the coconut over the jam, again forming an even layer. Repeat with the walnuts, pecans, and chocolate chips. Then gently pour the condensed milk evenly over the top. Bake until bubbling and set, approximately 30 minutes. Let the bars cool in the pan, then cut into 2-inch squares. Serve at room temperature.
- 3Store for up to three days in an airtight container at room temperature.
About Diamond Seven Layer Magic Cookie Bars
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Treasure Island budgets underground utilities
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Cluttered utility poles along North Gulf Boulevard may soon be replaced by underground utilities.
TREASURE ISLAND City commissioners moved forward Feb. 18 on a plan to place utilities underground along Gulf Boulevard from 118th Avenue north to Johns Pass in Treasure Island.
Funding will come from the citys $3.77 million allotment of Gulf Boulevard beautification funds from Pinellas County, pending approval by the Barrier Island Governmental Council.
Jerry Dabkowski, assistant vice president of Michael Baker Inc., which is providing consulting services on the project, said the Florida Department of Transportation plans two resurfacing and drainage upgrade projects along Gulf Boulevard beginning in January 2015. One of those projects would encompass the north end of Gulf Boulevard and the other would target the south end.
He recommended the city and Duke Energy partner with FDOT on the north end to cut costs and get the job done more efficiently.
The north end of Gulf Boulevard has the least amount of utility converts, if you want to go underground, Dabkowski said. There are essentially 17 Duke poles existing out there now, which is not a whole lot of poles. The south end has 118 poles, which would make that very difficult to convert due to additional issues with Bright House and Verizon.
He said the north end presents no problems for Verizon and Bright House because the two utilities already have underground lines in the area.
We asked Duke what method they would use and they discussed open cut, which is basically tearing up the asphalt, trying to do that before DOT comes in, or another method called directional drill, which is essentially where they will go under the pavement three feet to nine feet, said Dabkowski. So Duke said directional drill is the way they want to go. Its the least disruptive and beats the schedule of DOT.
Dabowski said the most cost effective way to go is under the alley between Gulf Boulevard and Lagoon Lane. Earlier discussion centered around putting the utilities under Lagoon Lane.
Ive walked that area and by far it (alley) is a very good place to put these utilities, Dabkowski said. Theyll come up at each side street 122nd, 123rd, 124th with a transformer box or an underground box. So it was decided Lagoon is out and the alley makes more sense and actually costs less.
Dabkowski said residents in the area wont be disrupted.
The citizens essentially will not even know theyre doing this, he said. Theres no disruption foundations, theres no vibrations. An auger will go under the pavement and come back up where (the line) it ties into a transformer or a junction box.
Duke has given the city a binding estimate of $1.16 million, which is good through May 25. Verizon and Bright House have no issues with the project but Dabkowksi said it would be a good idea to budget $10,000 for each utility in contigency funds in the event something unexpected occurs.
Since additional funds would be left, Dabkowski recommended spending about $1 million to upgrade the surface and drainage structures along Lagoon Lane.
With additional funds, Dabkowski proposes new decorative lights for Gulf Boulevard from 105th to 125th Avenue at a cost of $800,000. The remaining $740,000 would be put aside for contingency expense.
DOT will start the first part of January 2015, Dabkowski said. So that told us if we want to be out there at the same time, we need to get going.
He said Duke would need about six months to complete its portion of the project. Stormwater drain work, he said, would take six to nine months.
Im all for it, said Commissioner Phil Collins. I think its fair.
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The Konstruktors: An Interview With lawypop2013-07-26 2 Share Tweet
You saw the video of lawypop's "the making of" the Konstruktor and now it's time to hear his thoughts and see his shots!
Full name: Lawrence Chiam
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Location: Singapore
Roughly how long did it take you to build the Konstruktor?
For 2 nights! I was building it and accidentally misplaced the spring! I miraculously found it on the second night and eventually completed building the camera! Haha! But I still lost my magnifier glass!
What was the last thing you built, and how did this compare?
I'm a lazy and impatient person. Haha! This is my First time building a DIY camera! But this made me appreciate the beauty of the structures of the camera.
Tips for building?
My only tip is do it on a flat surface (on the floor!) and lay it on a large piece of paper so you can still find back the parts if accidentally misplaced.
Did you do it step-by-step or did you work in random order?
Yes! I followed the step-by-step.
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Wahab Riaz puts Pakistan in charge against England in third Test at Oval
Pakistan are on top after a superb bowling display by debutant Wahab Riaz on the first day of the third Test.
Andrew Strauss chose to bat after winning the toss at the Brit Oval but his side were blown away by left-arm seamer Riaz, who finished with five for 63 as England slumped to 94 for seven shortly after lunch.
Matt Prior , top scorer with an unbeaten 84, rebuilt the innings in an eighth-wicket partnership of 119 with Stuart Broad , but England were eventually all out for 233.
And despite the loss of opener Imran Farhat to James Anderson shortly before the close, Pakistan are in a strong position on 48-1.
England, 2-0 ahead in the four-Test series, were in trouble at lunch on 70-5 after Pakistan ripped through the top order in cloudy conditions.
Riaz led the way with three for 16, starting with the prize scalp of Strauss, edging behind to recalled wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal.
That came after Alastair Cook's poor form continued as he scored six before edging Mohammad Asif to Akmal. Riaz made it two wickets in 11 balls when Jonathan Trott was caught by Yasir Hameed for just 12.
Paul Collingwood only made five before chopping a Mohammad Aamer delivery onto his stumps and Kevin Pietersen edged Riaz to Akmal.
Pakistan picked up where they left off after the interval when Riaz gave Akmal his fourth catch as Eoin Morgan went for 17. Graeme Swann then lasted just 12 balls before edging Asif to Umar Akmal at third slip.
Prior and Broad came together to share a century stand but their resistance was broken when Broad went for 48, trapped lbw by Riaz.
Anderson fell leg before to Asif but the last pair Steven Finn and Prior added a further 19 before the seamer was lbw to Saeed Ajmal.


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Agricultural pollution comprises wastes, emissions, and discharges arising from farming activities. This includes runoff and leaching of pesticides and fertilizers; pesticide drift and volatilization; erosion and dust from cultivation; and improper disposal of animal manure and carcasses. Some agricultural pollution is point source, meaning that it is derived from a single discharge point, such as a pipe.
Large feedlots are an example of point sources. In the United States, they require permits under the Clean Water Act (P.L. 92-500, 33 U.S.C. 1251-1387). However, much of the pollution from agriculture is from nonpoint sources, meaning that it derives from dispersed origins, e.g., blowing dust or nutrients leaching from fields. Most pollution control programs have focused on particular categories of point sources, although nonpoint and unregulated point sources account for an increasingly large proportion of remaining pollution. The EPA concludes that agricultural sources account for over one-half the pollution impairing surface water quality in the U.S. based on state surveys. The Clean Water Act mandates that states develop and implement management programs to control nonpoint sources of water pollution generally, and the Coastal Zone Management Program requires participating states to develop similar programs for farms within state-designated coastal zones.
A wide range of contaminants can reach the river either via groundwater or through drainage ditches, including artificial fertilizer residues, insecticides, herbicides, pesticides and farmyard waste, all of which are potentially very harmful. Accidental milk spillage from dairies is a serious contaminant.
Undiluted animal manure (slurry) is one hundred times more concentrated than domestic sewage, and can carry a parasite, Cryptosporidium, which is difficult to detect. Silage liquor (from fermented wet grass) is even stronger than slurry, with a low pH and very high BOD (Biological Oxygen Demand). With a low pH, silage liquor can be highly corrosive; it can attack synthetic materials, causing damage to storage equipment, and leading to accidental spillage.
Milk spillage, silage liquor, cattle and pig slurry; these are all examples of non-point source pollution. Diffuse source pollution from agricultural fertilizers is more difficult to trace, monitor and control. High nitrate concentrations are found in groundwater and may reach 50mg/litre (the EU Directive limit). In ditches and river courses, nutrient pollution from fertilizers causes eutrophication. This is worse in winter, after autumn ploughing has released a surge of nitrates; winter rainfall is heavier increasing runoff and leaching, and there is lower plant uptake. Phytoplankton and algae thrive in the nutrient-rich water. Normally, blue-green algae are very important in the river ecosystem, photosynthesising sunlight energy, and liberating oxygen into the water. In large numbers, however, algae can become excessive, discolouring the water, giving an unpleasant smell and robbing the water of valuable oxygen as bacteria work overtime feeding on dead algae remains. Blue-green algae can also produce toxins, which kill wildlife, cause skin rashes, and cause pains and stomach upsets.
Eutrophication is thus depriving the river of oxygen (called "oxygen debt"). As algae dominate and turn the water green, the growth of other water plants is suppressed; these die first, disrupting the food chain. Death of invertebrates and fish follow on, and their dead remains in turn lead to excess bacterial activity during decomposition, reducing oxygen levels still further. Water with high BOD figures are badly polluted, lower figures are better.
Thermal pollution is the degradation of water quality by any process that changes ambient water temperature.
A common cause of thermal pollution is the use of water as a coolant by power plants and industrial manufacturers. When water used as a coolant is returned to the natural environment at a higher temperature, the change in temperature (a) decreases oxygen supply, and (b) affects ecosystem composition. Urban runoff--stormwater discharged to surface waters from roads and parking lots--can also be a source of elevated water temperatures.
When a power plant first opens or shuts down for repair or other causes, fish and other organisms adapted to particular temperature range can be killed by the abrupt rise in water temperature known as 'thermal shock'.
Ecological effects — warm water
Elevated temperature typically decreases the level of dissolved oxygen (DO) in water. The decrease in levels of DO can harm aquatic animals such as fish, amphibians and copepods. Thermal pollution may also increase the metabolic rate of aquatic animals, as enzyme activity, resulting in these organisms consuming more food in a shorter time than if their environment were not changed. An increased metabolic rate may result in fewer resources; the more adapted organisms moving in may have an advantage over organisms that are not used to the warmer temperature. As a result one has the problem of compromising food chains of the old and new environments. Biodiversity can be decreased as a result.
It is known that temperature changes of even one to two degrees Celsius can cause significant changes in organism metabolism and other adverse cellular biology effects. Principal adverse changes can include rendering cell walls less permeable to necessary osmosis, coagulation of cell proteins, and alteration of enzymemetabolism. These cellular level effects can adversely affect mortality and reproduction.
Primary producers are affected by warm water because higher water temperature increases plant growth rates, resulting in a shorter lifespan and species overpopulation. This can cause an algae bloom which reduces oxygen levels.
A large increase in temperature can lead to the denaturing of life-supporting enzymes by breaking down hydrogen- and disulphide bonds within the quaternary structure of the enzymes. Decreased enzyme activity in aquatic organisms can cause problems such as the inability to break down lipids, which leads to malnutrition.
In limited cases, warm water has little deleterious effect and may even lead to improved function of the receiving aquatic ecosystem. This phenomenon is seen especially in seasonal waters and is known as thermal enrichment.... An extreme case is derived from the aggregational habits of the manatee, which often uses power plant discharge sites during winter. Projections suggest that manatee populations would decline upon the removal of these discharges.
Ecological effects — cold water
Releases of unnaturally cold water from reservoirs can dramatically change the fish and macroinvertebrate fauna of rivers, and reduce river productivity. In Australia, where many rivers have warmer temperature regimes, native fish species have been eliminated, and macroinvertebrate fauna have been drastically altered.
Control of thermal pollution
Industrial wastewater
In the United States, thermal pollution from industrial sources is generated mostly by power plants, petroleum refineries, pulp and paper mills, chemical plants, steel mills and smelters. Heated water from these sources may be controlled with:
- cooling ponds, man-made bodies of water designed for cooling by evaporation, convection, and radiation
- cooling towers, which transfer waste heat to the atmosphere through evaporation and/or heat transfer
- cogeneration, a process where waste heat is recycled for domestic and/or industrial heating purposes.
Some facilities use once-through cooling (OTC) systems which do not reduce temperature as effectively as the above systems. For example, the Potrero Generating Station in San Francisco, which uses OTC, discharges water to San Francisco Bay approximately 10°C (20°F) above the ambient bay temperature.
Urban runoff
During warm weather, urban runoff can have significant thermal
The National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) are emissions standards set by the United StatesEPA for an air pollutant not covered by NAAQS that may cause an increase in fatalities or in serious, irreversible, or incapacitating illness. The standards for a particular source category require the maximum degree of emission reduction that the EPA determines to be achievable, which is known as the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) [http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/112dpg.html]. These standards are authorized by Section 112 of the Clean Air Act and the regulations are published in 40 CFR Parts 61 and 63.
The USEPA regulates the following hazardous air pollutants via the MACT standards:
For all listings above which contain the word "compounds" and for glycol ethers, the following applies: Unless otherwise specified, these listings are defined as including any unique chemical substance that contains the named chemical (i.e., antimony, arsenic, etc.) as part of that chemical's infrastructure.
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- Includes organic compounds with more than one benzene ring, and which have a boiling point greater than or equal to 100 °C.
- A type of atom which spontaneously undergoes radioactive decay.
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Most air toxics originate from human-made sources, including mobile sources (e.g., cars, trucks, buses) and stationary sources (e.g., factories, refineries, power plants), as well as indoor sources (e.g., building materials and activities such as cleaning). There are two types of stationary sources that generate routine emissions of air toxics:
"Major" sources are defined as sources that emit 10 tons per year of any of the listed toxic air pollutants, or 25 tons per year of a mixture of air toxics. These sources may release air toxics from equipment leaks, when materials are transferred from one location to another, or during discharge through emission stacks or vents
"Area" sources consist of smaller-size facilities that release lesser quantities of toxic pollutants into the air. Area sources are defined as sources that emit less than 10 tons per year of a single air toxic, or less than 25 tons per year of a combination of air toxics. Though emissions from individual area sources are often relatively small, collectively their emissions can be of concern - particularly where large numbers of sources are located in heavily populated areas.
The United States EPA published the initial list of "source categories" in 1992 (57FR31576, July 16, 1992) and since that time has issued several revisions and updates to the list and promulgation schedule. For each listed source category, EPA indicates whether the sources are considered to be "major" sources or "area" sources. The 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments direct EPA to set standards for all major sources of air toxics (and some area sources that are of particular concern). [http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/pollsour.html]
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The moment that pollutants in soils become dissolved in natural waters, their potential for transport is greatly magnified, as is the likelihood that people will ingest them. The primary health risk from many hazardous waste sites, dumps, septic tanks, factory outflows, and other pollution sources is the possibility that pollutants will be dissolved into groundwaters or surface waters, then ultimately reach drinking water. Pollutants of concern include industrial solvents such as perchlorethlyene (PCE); trichlorethylene (TCE); motor fuel components such as benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene, (collectively termed BTEX); and inorganic contaminants such as lead, chromate, arsenic, and nitrate. Just as each contaminant tends to affect specific organs in the human body depending on its chemistry, the behavior of contaminants in groundwaters and surface waters likewise varies from contaminant to contaminant. Rarely do chemicals behave identically in natural waters; typically there is at least one natural reaction that causes the bioavailability of a given contaminant to decrease, or attenuate, over time. These attenuation reactions include the following. Contaminant attenuation can be split into two components. Organic contaminants are made up of electron-rich molecules containing linked carbon atoms. Soil microorganisms can derive energy by using oxygen, sulfate, nitrate, or ferrous iron to oxidize and break these chains down into carbon dioxide plus water. Often this breakdown is more rapid than engineered remediation. Rapid microbial attenuation is often observed for fuel hydrocarbons such as are found beneath leaking underground fuel tanks. Attenuation tends to be most rapid under oxidizing (aerobic ) conditions that often prevail in loose soils. In oxygen-poor (anaerobic ) waters, attenuation tends to be slower. PCE and TCE are two of the most common contaminants at hazardous waste sites. They are quite toxic and also tend to resist chemical attenuation. Microorganisms are only able to rapidly attenuate them by first reducing them under anaerobic conditions, and then oxidizing them under aerobic conditions. Obviously the potential for PCE or TCE attenuation hinges upon the chemical condition of the aquifer or soil. Chemical attenuation of inorganic contaminants such as lead, chromate, nitrate, and arsenic often involves sorption onto mineral surfaces. Microorganisms generally cannot break down such contaminants into less toxic compounds except in a few cases. Most notably, microorganisms are able to reduce oxidized (and toxic) chromate to insoluble and less toxic trivalent chromium. Likewise, microorganisms can convert nitrate to ammonia and/or nitrogen gas. Most other inorganic contaminants must be sorbed to mineral surfaces to be attenuated. Soil and aquifer solids tend to be negatively charged because of broken or unsatisfied bonds that exist at their surfaces. This negative charge that exists at mineral surfaces pulls oppositely charged cations from solution. Many dissolved metals exist as positively charged cations in natural waters and are hence attracted to, and attenuated at, mineral surfaces. This is particularly true for such industrial metals as lead, cadmium, zinc, and nickel. It is also true for such important radionuclides that are present in radioactive waste as 90Sr, 137Cs, and isotopes of Pu (plutonium) and U (uranium). Chromate and arsenate sorb appreciably to many soil minerals despite the overall negative charge of both partners. Inorganic contaminants that initially sorb onto mineral surfaces from a contaminant-rich solution might in theory "desorb" back into contaminantpoor waters recharging a contaminated aquifer after the contaminant source has been removed. In fact, numerous field observations suggest that many sorbed contaminants become permanently sequestered after prolonged interaction with mineral surfaces. In other words, sorbed contaminants are taken up into mineral lattices (structures) where they are no longer bioavailable. Mineral uptake also makes the complete engineered removal of contaminants from soils and aquifers nearly impossible. In effect, the crystal lattices must be destroyed to remove the bound contaminants. Pollutant attenuation is most commonly taken advantage of in the treatment of sewage; that is, oxidation of organic matter is hastened by mixing on-site or by discharging into surface waters that have sufficient capacity to rapidly attenuate the imposed pollutant load. Increasingly, pollutant attenuation, or equivalently "monitored natural attenuation" or MNA, is being used as a component of hazardous waste site cleanups. Specifically, MNA is relied upon to remove contaminants from groundwaters, in parallel to and, after active remediation has ceased. Bioremediation of contaminated sites typically involves the engineered acceleration of natural organic activity that leads to the breakdown of organic contaminants—most commonly spilled fuels and solvents—ultimately to carbon dioxide. Less common is the introduction of new organisms, themselves, to contaminated sites. Natural soil organic activity tends to be sufficiently pervasive that, given the appropriate nutrients, breakdown of contaminants can be achieved by native populations of microorganisms. Nutrient additions may include oxygen, a carbon substrate such as molasses, and/or hydrogen. It must be noted that not all contaminants attenuate rapidly enough to prevent potential impacts on human health. Instead, knowledge of attenuation rates and capacities is critical to the successful implementation of pollutant attenuation in either realm. Each area remains the subject of intense investigation by chemists, biologists, geochemists, engineers, and other scientists. see also Fresh Water, Natural Composition of; Fresh Water, Physics and Chemistry of; Groundwater; Modeling Groundwater Flow and Transport; Modeling Stream Flow and Quality; Pollution of Groundwater; Pollution of Lakes and Streams; Radioactive Chemicals; Septic System Impacts; Wastewater Treatment and Management. Patrick V. Brady Brady, Patrick V., Michael V. Brady, and David J. Borns. Natural Attenuation: CERCLA, RBCAs, and the Future of Environmental Remediation. Boca Raton, FL: Lewis Publishers, 1997. Rice, David W. et al. "Recommendations to Improve the Cleanup Process for California's Leaking Underground Fuel Tanks." In Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Report. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA: 1995.
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Answers:Introduction - When people think about air pollution, they usually think about smog, acid rain, CFC's, and other forms of outdoor air pollution. But did you know that air pollution also can exist inside homes and other buildings? It can, and every year, the health of many people is affected by chemical substances present in the air within buildings. A great deal of research on pollution is being conducted at laboratories and universities. The goals of the research are to find solutions and to educate the public about the problem. Two places where this type of work is being done are LBNL and the University of California, Berkeley. Let's take a closer look at the various types of air pollution, the effects that they have on people, and what is being (or not being) done to correct the problem. What is Air Pollution?- Air is the ocean we breathe. Air supplies us with oxygen which is essential for our bodies to live. Air is 99.9% nitrogen, oxygen, water vapor and inert gases. Human activities can release substances into the air, some of which can cause problems for humans, plants, and animals. There are several main types of pollution and well-known effects of pollution which are commonly discussed. These include smog, acid rain, the greenhouse effect, and "holes" in the ozone layer. Each of these problems has serious implications for our health and well-being as well as for the whole environment. One type of air pollution is the release of particles into the air from burning fuel for energy. Diesel smoke is a good example of this particulate matter . The particles are very small pieces of matter measuring about 2.5 microns or about .0001 inches. This type of pollution is sometimes referred to as "black carbon" pollution. The exhaust from burning fuels in automobiles, homes, and industries is a major source of pollution in the air. Some authorities believe that even the burning of wood and charcoal in fireplaces and barbeques can release significant quanitites of soot into the air. Another type of pollution is the release of noxious gases, such as sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and chemical vapors. These can take part in further chemical reactions once they are in the atmosphere, forming smog and acid rain. Pollution also needs to be considered inside our homes, offices, and schools. Some of these pollutants can be created by indoor activities such as smoking and cooking. In the United States, we spend about 80-90% of our time inside buildings, and so our exposure to harmful indoor pollutants can be serious. It is therefore important to consider both indoor and outdoor air pollution. Outdoor Air Pollution- Smog is a type of large-scale outdoor pollution. It is caused by chemical reactions between pollutants derived from different sources, primarily automobile exhaust and industrial emissions. Cities are often centers of these types of activities, and many suffer from the effects of smog, especially during the warm months of the year. Additional information about smog and its effects are available from Environment Canada and the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) in southern California. For each city, the exact causes of pollution may be different. Depending on the geographical location, temperature, wind and weather factors, pollution is dispersed differently. However, sometimes this does not happen and the pollution can build up to dangerous levels. A temperature inversion occurs when air close to the earth is cooler than the air above it. Under these conditions the pollution cannot rise and be dispersed. Cities surrounded by mountains also experience trapping of pollution. Inversion can happen in any season. Winter inversions are likely to cause particulate and cabon monoxide pollution. Summer inversions are more likely to create smog. Another consequence of outdoor air pollution is acid rain. When a pollutant, such as sulfuric acid combines with droplets of water in the air, the water (or snow) can become acidified . The effects of acid rain on the environment can be very serious. It damages plants by destroying their leaves, it poisons the soil, and it changes the chemistry of lakes and streams. Damage due to acid rain kills trees and harms animals, fish, and other wildlife. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Environment Canada are among the organizations that are actively studying the acid rain problem. The Greenhouse Effect, also referred to as global warming, is generally believed to come from the build up of carbon dioxide gas in the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is produced when fuels are burned. Plants convert carbon dioxide back to oxygen, but the release of carbon dioxide from human activities is higher than the world's plants can process. The situation is made worse since many of the earth's forests are being removed, and plant life is being damaged by acid rain. Thus, the amount of carbon dioxide in the air is continuing to increase. This buildup acts like a blanket and traps heat close to the surface of our earth. Changes of even a few degrees will affect us all through changes in the climate and even the possibility that the polar ice caps may melt. (One of the consequences of polar ice cap melting would be a rise in global sea level, resulting in widespread coastal flooding.) Additional resources and information about the Greenhouse Effect and global warming are available from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), the Science Education Academy of the Bay Area (SEABA) and the Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ). Ozone depletion is another result of pollution. Chemicals released by our activities affect the stratosphere , one of the atmospheric layers surrounding earth. The ozone layer in the stratosphere protects the earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun. Release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFC's) from aerosol cans, cooling systems and refrigerator equipment removes some of the ozone, causing "holes"; to open up in this layer and allowing the radiation to reach the earth. Ultraviolet radiation is known to cause skin cancer and has damaging effects on plants and wildlife. Additional resources and information about the ozone depletion problem are available from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Ozone ACTION. Indoor Air Pollution- Many people spend large portion of time indoors - as much as 80-90% of their lives. We work, study, eat, drink and sleep in enclosed environments where air circulation may be restricted. For these reasons, some experts feel that more people suffer from the effects of indoor air pollution than outdoor pollution. There are many sources of indoor air pollution. Tobacco smoke, cooking and heating appliances, and vapors from building materials, paints, furniture, etc. cause pollution inside buildings. Radon is a natural radioactive gas released from the earth, and it can be found concentrated in basements in some parts of the United States. Additional information about the radon problem is available from the USGS and the Minnesota Radon Project. Pollution exposure at home and work is often greater than outdoors. The California Air Resources Board estimates that indoor air pollutant levels are 25-62% greater than outside levels and can pose serious health problems. Both indoor and outdoor pollution need to be controlled and/or prevented. How can we prevent the damaging effects of air pollution? How can air pollution hurt my health? Health Effects- Air pollution can affect our health in many ways with both short-term and long-term effects. Different groups of individuals are affected by air pollution in different ways. Some individuals are much more sensitive to pollutants than are others. Young children and elderly people often suffer more from the effects of air pollution. People with health problems such as asthma, heart and lung disease may also suffer more when the air is polluted. The extent to which an individual is harmed by air pollution usually depends on the total exposure to the damaging chemicals, i.e., the dur
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Tribes: Re-inventing in-mall dining
Stepping foot in Tribes, you'll feel a world away from the mall, and will completely forget that you've just left the likes of Mulberry and Marc Jacobs behind in Mall of the Emirates' Fashion Dome. With the impressive colourful decor and frequent sound of pounding drums, sitting in the mood-lighting, you really could be in Africa.
Greeted by amazingly friendly staff that were quickly on hand to guide us to our table, we couldn't help but notice the impressive skewers of meat on the tables as we passed, which is actually not surprising as Tribes is the brainchild of the people behind another Dubai fave, The Meat Co.
Sitting down and taking a look at the menu, we had no idea where to start. The delicious selection of food will take you all over the continent, from South African and Afrikaans dishes, to Moroccan and Madagascarian delights, there are a lot of dishes to choose from.
We kicked off our meal with the Hakuna Matata Platter, which came with a meaty African pie, grilled calamari, Ugandan fishcakes, pan-fried chilli garlic prawns and Tunisian giblets. The highlight had to be the cooked-to-perfection seafood, which was quickly cleared from our plate: they said the platter would be enough food for two, and it was indeed enough food for a very hungry two.
Then it was time for mains, and there's no fighting it, Tribes is a meat lover's paradise. You can enjoy meat in pretty much any shape or size, there's a Three cheese beef burger, Ox tail, Veal shanks and Mixed grill hanging skewers. While fish lovers can choose from a selection of dishes, including the Spicy salmon burger and a rich Cape Malay fish curry; there also a delicious-sounding grilled vegetable and haloumi sandwich for full veggies.
We opted for the Peri-peri prawns, which were absolutely enormous, oh-so succulent and came complete with a chili potato cake and a spicy, moreish sauce; while our friend opted for Moroccan spiced lamb chops, which arrived delicious, tender and cooked to perfection.
Just as our mains were winding down, we got to witness the lively birthday celebrations, which meant we were in for a rendition of African songs on drums: pretty quick, most of the customers – including us – were clapping along to the infectious music.
Dessert posed a problem as we had totally overexerted ourselves on the starter, so we opted to share the absolutely delicious Chocolate Malva pudding, which came with warm vanilla sauce, although I could easily have gone for a typically South African Melk tert or the yummy sounding Warm date and pistachio sponge.
I will one hundred per cent be heading back to Tribes, it's a perfect family spot and an ideal choice for a delicious meal if you need to put your feet up mid-mall trawl.
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The Grand Grill
If you're a keen meat eater, this is the restaurant for you! At one of the most popular steakhouses in Dubai, you'll find meat in pretty much every form on the menu. The Tuesday night ribs and chicken deal is always a popular choice, while the seafood skewers are also particularly delicious.
Location The Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Marina
Timing 1pm-midnight, daily
Tel 04 399 4221
For Moroccan food in the UAE, look no further than Tagine. Sitting in its opulent interior, you'll feel like you could be dining in Marrakesh. The Mechoui d'Agneau de lait, that's roasted lamb shoulder with cumin, comes with recommendations from the chef (and us).
Location One&Only Royal Mirage, Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
Timing 7pm-11.30pm, Tues-Sun
Tel 04 399 9999
Butcher Shop & Grill
If there's one thing this South African restaurant does well, it's meat. The impressive rack of ribs is always a popular choice, as is a classic sirloin (the menu comes with a meat guide to help you order, too). Plus, when you leave you can just pop next door and buy some of the best meat available in the city to take home and work your culinary magic on.
Location Mall of the Emirates
Timing 12pm-11.30pm, daily
Tel 04 347 1167


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There is an effort under way to re-establish alley garbage pickup service here in Anchorage. I hope this effort will also deal with the monopoly that the waste folks are imposing on us residents.
A monopoly is when the vendor has no competition and where competitive options are blocked. Currently, as a consumer, I have no choice of vendor; nor do I have the option to not use the single vendor. I must pay anyway.
This practice is illegal, not only in the business sense but also from an individual or consumer's right to free choice. Maybe the New Year will bring a resolution to do what is right rather than supporting what is obviously wrong.
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How do I use a button to reset a form.Just like the submit button, I have a reset button but when I click it the form does not clear.
I am actually using an image for the button, like this.
<input name="reset" type="image" src="images/reset_button.jpg" class="reset_button" />
The form is process with a PHP script but the reset does not work
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
try this
<input name="reset" type="reset" src="images/reset_button.jpg" class="reset_button" />
Thanks very much for the time and efforts, however, it did not work, when I enter the code or did as you indicated, the image is replace with an html default button.
So now how do you do this without losing the image. By changing the type to image, it removes the image and replaces it with a html button.
Another other ideas.
Generally there is no way of doing that with reset button as far as i know. But you should write some css or some javascript function to trigger when the normal image/link is clicked which clears all the fields of the form.
See this:http://www.cs.tut.fi/~jkorpela/forms/imagereset.html
Try this
<input name="reset" type="image" src="images/reset_button.jpg" class="reset_button" onclick="document.theForm.reset();return false;" />
or you can check this link
I'd recommend using a checkbox instead of a button. A button must be in down state for PHP to receive it's value when it's clicked - typically this is only going to occur for the submit button - unless you want the form immediately submitted when the reset button is hit.
Simply reset(); is sufficient.
<input name="reset" type="image" src="images/reset_button.jpg" class="reset_button" onclick="reset();" />
The reason is the form to be reset is already in the scope of the button they're interacting with. You don't need to restate the path if you don't want (tightens the code and lessens the chance of error though).
Well I applied this but it does not work.
The PHP form I have is a quote form, so nothing is actually being submitted to a database or e-mail address.
You put in information, click submit and get a quote.
The form clears fine if you select information and then click the reset buttonBut when you submit the information, you get a quote but the form does not clear - this is why I use the reset button to clear or reset the form.
But the form does not reset or clear after you have submit it.


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GRANT MURRAY hailed his Raith Rovers heroes as they shocked Rangers to win the Ramsdens Cup yesterday.
The Championship outfit turned in a superb performance as they went toe-to-toe with Ally McCoist's side and got their rewards as John Baird netted the only goal just minutes from the end of a low-key 120 minutes.
It was little more than the Fifers deserved for a gutsy display and boss Murray was delighted to see his players rise to the occasion.
He said: "It was a big task playing against Rangers, they are a massive club and I have a lot of respect for them.
"We were the underdogs going into the game and with 17,000 of their fans it was always going to be difficult.
"But we had to have that belief and I told them that. They had a chance to win a gold medal for themselves and a cup for the club, the fans and everyone in Kirkcaldy and they have done it. I am proud of the players.
"It probably wasn't the best game of football that has been played in a final but finals are about winning.
"I told the players they had a silver medal and to go and make it a gold. Don't accept that silver medal."
Victory in the capital marks the highlight of a mixed season for Rovers that has seen them struggle in the Championship yet thrive in knock-out competitions.
Murray snapped up Baird from Partick Thistle a couple of months ago and the boss said: "With the final being so late after you qualify for the final, players can come in during the window and John did that.
"He has ended up with a winner's medal so I am delighted for him. But I am delighted for the whole squad.
"We have got a very good spirit in the team and the squad. We have had a dip in the league recently but it wasn't about the league today.
"The players were playing in front of their own fans, their own family and they were worthy of being out there."


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Pima Animal Care Center's adoption fee for August is $30, and every adopter will get a chance to win an extra adoption discount.
All pets who've been waiting at the shelter for more than two weeks have no adoption fee, and every Friday is Free Cat Friday, which means all the cats and kittens have no adoption fee all day long.
The county-run shelter, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, is open seven days a week — noon to 7 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, except the last Sunday of the month, when it is closed for deep cleaning.
If you're interested in volunteering, fostering or adopting, check out the Pima Animal Care Center page on Facebook: tinyurl.com/paccpets
About this feature
All the pets featured here have been spayed or neutered and have had their shots.
Be sure to take the pet ID number listed with the animal if you go to PACC to see a particular cat or dog.
Ask about reduced adoption prices on certain pets.
For more information, go to pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.


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To fund the world's largest E&P initiative, Brazilian state-run oil company Petróleo Brasileiro S.A., Petrobras, (NYSE: PBR; PBRA) (São Paulo: PETR3; PETR4) has raised US$70 billion in what is considered to be the largest equity offering on record, catapulting the company to the fore of global capital markets.
In a global offering comprising approximately 2.3 billion common shares, including common shares in the form of American depositary shares, the South American oil giant sold approximately 1.8 billion new preferred shares at R$26.30 per share, and 2.4 billion voting shares at R$29.65 per share, according to a company statement. Common shares in the form of ADSs were offered at a price of US$34.49 per common ADS, and preferred shares in the form of ADSs (preferred ADSs were offered at a price of US$30.59 per preferred ADS. Petrobras may sell an additional 188 million shares by Oct. 24.
Banco Bradesco BBI was lead manager of the offering. BofA Merrill Lynch, Citigroup, Santander, Morgan Stanley and Itau BBA were global bookrunners.
On Sept. 23, Petrobras had already received "more than enough investor interest" to seal the massive deal, the pricing of which occurred after trading hours that same day, according to a report by Reuters. Specifically, the record offering had total demand of US$140 billion, including US$98 billion in bids from existing shareholders, and US$42 billion from institutional investors, according to Reuters.
A deal so hefty could not come without a few bumps in the road, however. In a Sept. 23 report, Reuters noted that "many hurdles haunted the deal" in early 2010, which resulted in a domestic stock market overhang that led to more than a US$70-billion decline in the company's market value.
In April, Simmons & Co. International estimated that Petrobras would need funding beyond its own operating cash flow to finance its more than US$200-billion capital expenditure program through 2014.
By year-end 2010, Simmons & Co. said it expected to see "a brighter picture, including a stronger crude market, resolution of the political situation and removal of the overhang associated with Petrobras' pending equity issuance. "After this point, investors will likely once again focus on the value enhancement to come from the company's leading position in the Brazilian pre-salt play."
Fast forward to September and it appears that many investors have refocused on the promise of Petrobras' pre-salt upside in one of the most preeminent offshore sweet spots.
"Petrobras' ADSs are up 3.3% on strong growth prospects, as it prepares for a massive share offering of at least 3.76 billion shares, netting US$79 billion if additional shares are issued to meet strong demand," Standard & Poor's oil and gas analyst Tina Vital said in a Sept. 23 equity brief.
Brazil's government purchased approximately US$43 billion in Petrobras stock in exchange for rights to an impressive 5 billion barrels of oil in the deep waters off the southern coast of Brazil. The Brazilian government owns more than 50% of Petrobras' voting shares.
In 2009, Petrobras announced plans to ramp up its efforts to become a leading net oil exporter in the coming years. "We are planning to add production of more than 2 million barrels equivalent per day by 2020," Jose Sergio Gabrielli de Azevedo, president and chief executive of Petrobras, said at the American Association of Petroleum Geologists' International Conference and Exhibition in Rio de Janeiro in November 2009. "We will go from 2.7 million BOE per day today to 5.7 million BOE a day by 2020."
In the past year alone, Petrobras' domestic production totaled 2 million barrels a day, led by the 3.5-billion-barrel Roncador and 2-billion-barrel Marlim fields in the Campos Basin.
Notwithstanding the country's pre-salt potential, estimated by the Agencia Nacional de Petroleo (ANP), Brazil's petroleum regulatory arm, at 80 billion barrels in early 2010, the country will barrel in billions from the oil and gas finds already dotting its offshore basins. In the Santos Basin's pre-salt pole, the Tupi accumulations discovered by Petrobras hold recoverable volumes estimated between 5 billion and 8 billion barrels of oil equivalent (BOE). An additional find, Iara, is estimated to hold as much as 4 BOE. Guara and Jubarte Field's pre-salt area in the Campos Basin also contain as much as 2 BOE, respectively. Other Santos Basin reservoirs are being assessed by Brazil's petroleum authority, the Agencia Nacional de Petroleo (ANP).
In 2009, Gabrielli conceded that Petrobras' growth rate was exceptionally large at 75%. "It's an amazing challenge that we have," he said. To meet it, Petrobras expects to spend a total of US$224 billion over the next five years.
Continue reading about Brazil in the February 2010 issue of Oil and Gas Investor, by Peggy Williams, director, unconventional resources.


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My experience right now is that all sources of cheap lead that I used to have are gone.
You can see if you can buy scrap lead, but I think that they can't sell such toxic materials to "civilians." If you buy any, the current price is running about $0.47/lb., and I doubt it will come in ingots.
If you want to buy ingots already alloyed, you will be buying 1# ingots. These ingots are going for about $2. 1# is 7000 grains, so 1# will produce about 35 200-grain bullets. Thus, the alloy cost alone is $1/17.5 bullets, or $29/500 bullets (I think).
I can order excellent 200 gn .45 L-SWCs from mastercastbullets.com for $55.71/1000, or about $28/500.
Thus, I see casting as being much less interesting without a source of very inexpensive lead, and buying commercial bullets and melting them down may actually be cost effective.
I will be very interested if any one can give us a cheap source of lead.
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Against all odds, Carly finds shelter from the storm after surviving the crash and is prepared to deliver her baby daughter on her own if that's what it takes to bring her child into the world. Carly suffers a painful contraction just as Claudia arrives on the scene.
Back in town, Sonny turns to Alexis for help, which she gives in exchange for him keeping his distance from Kristina. At the same time, Lulu is grateful for Dominic's help and concern as they head out to search for Carly. However, Spinelli unwittingly sendsJohnny and Dominic on a collision course.
Meanwhile, Jax squares off with Sonny over Michael and Morgan. The day winds down as Kristina sees Alexis in a new light after having witnessed Sonny's brutal side earlier in the day.
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What do you enjoy most about your cook career?
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What do you enjoy most about being a cook? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and advance?
What keeps you at your job?
Dean in Chicago, Illinois
122 months ago
One of the things I enjoy about being a cook is dealing with the public, when someone tells me how the enjoyed a mea I prepared it really motvates me to do my best. One of things I dislike most about my work ironically,is the same thing I love, dealing with the public. What keeps me on the job is the energy level used on a daily basis. When I was younger I thought I wanted an office job, needless to say that job lasted all of 2 weeks.
Stephen Trelli in Meriden, Connecticut
119 months ago
I have A love hate relationship with being a Chef/cook.I started washing dishes in 1968.On occasion I still wash dishes.I tell all my cooks "You never stop washing dishes"I love too cook and love the beauty of a well run kitchen.Iam tired of always being under the gun constantly fighting The clock.Having to compromise my standards to get the food out the door on time.We can't say, like my mechanic has often said, I couldn't get to it today maybe tomrrow" Or my doctor after Ive been waiting for him for an hour and a half says,"sorry to keep you waiting"!I offten wonder why?They aren't held to the same standards we are.I also tell my cooks "It's never good enough or fast enough.But always do your best If you've done that,thats your reward.Steve
robertus_satrio in Jakarta, Indonesia
117 months ago
I am, in the process of applying for Permanent Resident in Australia, and the immigration rule is to submit Work Experience as a Cook. Any body could help me by examples , what every duty that need to be included, as my ability in english not so excelent yet
Karen in Carol Stream, Illinois
117 months ago
Hi Michael, what kind of food do you cook? do you cook Filipino food there in Dubai. I love to cook but i find my cooking is not as good.I followed the recipe from the book, still have a hard time to find the technique and secrect of being a cook.
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text: I set up a Google Voice account so I could try out their free visual voicemail service and it was terrible...totally inaccurate (and sometimes humorous) transcriptions. Great idea but not ready for prime time. Uninstalled the app from my phone and voicemails still kept going to Google Voice. Took me awhile to find out how to get rid of it, but this is how you do it: Go to the Google Voice web site on your PC/laptop, upper right corner click on settings icon, then "voice settings" . Then click on "deactivate voicemail" it will tell you to dial *73 on your phone. When you do that it turns off the Google Voice service. Now your stock voicemail should be working again.


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A Deli Lover's Valentine
Denver, Co
V-Day is almost upon us folks, and for those of you still looking for a gift, I point you to our NEW DESIGNS at the gift shop.
Click here to get a gift for your Pastrami Mommy.
And now, in the spirit of this Hallmark Day….An ode to my dearest love: Delicatessen
My darling Deli…
Does our love know no bounds?
Whether sweet on my lips like rugelach, or salty as tongue by the pound.
I pined for thee all through my years, at summer camp, and trips afar,
When you weren't there I faced my fears,
And when you came, I cried "hurrah".
When sick, your hearty matzo balls, battled demons deep within,
When joy struck, I felt such luck, with bagels, lox and cheese (creamed).
And now at night I lie awake, dreaming of your salty embrace,
Of peppercorns, and garlic breath,
and mustard stains upon my face.
Oh deli be my valentine, and hold me in your bubbe arms!
We'll float through seas of golden shmaltz, on boats of kishe casings,
We'll dance upon floors of matzo brie, to the toots of indigestion.
And lie down in fields of pickled grass, where I'll pop the question:
Can I get this to go?


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Bloomingdale High athletics raising funds
The Bloomingdale High School athletic department has two upcoming fundraisers.
The first, on April 1, is a barbecue dinner at the school's football field. Meals will start at 5 p.m., two hours before the baseball game against Plant City.
The $6 meals include chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, a roll and a drink. Tickets can be bought in advance from the school.
The basketball boosters will hold a golf tournament May 3 at the Bloomingdale Golfers Club, 4113 Great Golfers Club Drive, Valrico.
The cost is $85 per person and includes a player gift pack, range balls, a buffet and an awards reception, along with other goodies. Registration starts at noon, and tee time is 1 p.m. Call coach Josh Chapin at 431-3417 for more information or to register.
School receives first Catholic accreditation
St. Stephen Catholic School in Riverview recently received its first accreditation from the Florida Catholic Conference.
The school opened in 2001.
The accreditation brings several benefits, according to school officials. Middle school honors classes are now accepted for high school credit, and the school is able to start a chapter of the National Junior Honor Society.
The accreditation team from the Florida Catholic Conference conducted extensive interviews and on-site visits over a two-year period as part of the accreditation process.
The accreditation lasts for seven years, but the reaccreditation process begins again in approximately five years.
For more information about the school, call 741-9203.
Spring Spectacular fundraiser scheduled
The Summerfield Elementary School PTA in Riverview holds its Spring Spectacular fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. March 28 and March 29. The event includes rides, food, games, a rummage sale, entertainment and other activities. Summerfield Elementary is at 11990 Big Bend Road in Riverview.
Admission at the gate is free, but fees are charged for rides, food and games.
Boys can audition for 'Beauty and the Beast'
Know any budding actors? Boys between ages 8 and 12 are invited to audition for an upcoming production of Beauty and the Beast at Riverview High School.
Show performances are May 16 through May 24. Auditions are at 10 a.m. Saturday at the school, 11311 Boyette Road. Each prospective actor must bring 16 bars of music (about 30 seconds) to sing and 30 seconds of memorized speech.
Compiled by Times staff writer Jan Wesner.
Want to publicize an upcoming event or share news about your school? Send it to Brandon & South Shore Times, c/o Jan Wesner, 11268 Winthrop Main St.,Suite A, Riverview, FL 33578; fax (813) 661-2427; e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com or call (813) 661-2439.