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i had jaw surgery, bimax le fort 1 and genioplasty 4 yeas ago,later nose job and cheek implants,still i am not happy. i like to have rounder, younger and much prettier look. would you please advice me 1-dropping eye skin specially lower eye,wrinkels,hollowness and dark circel? 2-narrow face and the narrow jaw line angle 3-my 3rd part of face is sth that i like to cahnge to wider angle,is taht ok by jaw impant ? Mandible Surgery or Jaw Implant?nose Revision?tear Implant,juvederm or Fat Grafting Under the Eye/? p.s:i am 40 years old your response means lot to me
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Their ground-breaking blend of African rhythms with Rock and Soul made their music appeal as much to the African as it did to the European or American. They played an integral role in developing an awareness of African music among European and North American audiences in the 1970s. Before Osibisa, Teddy and Sol had played with the Star Gazers and had a hit, Pete Pete with the Comets. Mac was also a member of the Uhuru Dance Band. Osibisa's single, Music For Gong Gong became an immediate hit in 1970 with three others later making the UK Top 10: Sunshine Day, Dance The Body Music and Coffee Song.
Their debut album, Woyaya reached number 11 and its title track was later covered by Art Garfunkel. Their music gradually faded out in the mid 1980's for several reasons and the group broke up. They occasionally staged reunion concerts but to little avail. Sequel Records reissued much of their past catalogue in 1999 and today their music is still enjoyed by both the old and young. The living members of the band recently announced that they would regroup soon to tour the world like they did several decades ago.


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Go on an exciting tour of the old town of Chania and the Venetian Old Harbor.
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See some of the city's best prized monuments and sights. Cherish the warm hospitality of the locals as you have encounters with them. Ride past some of the city's well-known attractions such as the Harbor, the Lighthouse, the Venetian Walls, the Maritime Museum, the Firkas Fortress, the Byzantine Museum, the Gate Sampionara, the Dry Docks, and the Yialli Mosque.
Weave through the Turkish Minaret, the Jews Synagogue, the Splantzia Square, the Market, the Cathedral Church, and the Halidon Street.
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All four candidates seeking re-election to the Spring Lake Park District 16 School Board will return to their seats following the Nov. 5 election.
Running unopposed, Kelly Delfs and Marilynn Forsberg of Spring Lake Park and Jodi Ruch and current Chairperson John Stroebel of Blaine have each been re-elected to another four-year term on the seven-person board.
Residents cast votes for candidates at Westwood Intermediate School in Blaine and Woodcrest Elementary School in Fridley.
Ruch received 184 votes. Stroebel collected 173. Forsberg ended the night with 168 votes, and Delfs won 155.
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October 13, 2010
Resident Advisor. Peer Career Advisor. President of the Society of Human Resources Management. President of the Association of Residence Halls (ARH).
What do all of these posts have in common?
Alumnus Daniel Short filled each of them, and many more leadership positions, during his time at Bradley.
Now Short has another success to add to his long list of accomplishments– the Wall Street Journal Award.
The Wall Street Journal Award is an award given to a graduate of the Business Management and Administration Department who has shown outstanding academic achievement and service.
Short took advantage of every opportunity to gain leadership and professional experience during his time at Bradley. He took the initiative to arrange a trip to a firm in Chicago for students in the Society of Human Resources and Management. Also, in addition to his award-winning efforts in the National Sales Competition, he helped bring US Cellular to Bradley's campus.
Short currently works for Cardinal Health, selling medical products to small hospitals.
He manages some 70 accounts, which make up more than $8 million in annual sales.
"Every day at work, I apply the education I received from Bradley's Foster College of Business Administration," Short said. "Bradley's emphasis on student involvement introduced me to 'un-teachable' elements like leadership, teamwork, and communication."
Valerie Pape, an instructor in the Department of Business Management and Administration at Bradley, interacted with Short during a 2009 study abroad trip to Austria. While in Vienna with a music class, Short accompanied the HR class on their visit to a global consulting firm.
"Dan is very eager to learn new things, new ideas – even if it's not for a grade or a class he's currently taking," Pape said.
Pape was pleased, and not surprised, to hear Short had been awarded the Wall Street Journal honor.
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Had these in my sketch thread, decided to post them here since they're more finished off.
Comments/Crits appriciated.
one of the earlier digital attempts
another digi from a couple months back
thanks for looking
Had these in my sketch thread, decided to post them here since they're more finished off.
Comments/Crits appriciated.
one of the earlier digital attempts
another digi from a couple months back
thanks for looking
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hey looking nice! : D cool style! the arm thats grabbing the bar looks a little funky on the first one though..like if he was holding it like that it wouldnt suppourt him or something. and on the second one, the top half looks good, but the lower portion looks rough and hurried, if you sharpened it up like the top it would prolly look more convincing. : )
third ones fancy too! although, I'd use cooler colors for the snow. didnt know if you wanted crits hah, sorry if you didnt. like to see more of your stuff, keep drawing. : )
My attempt at baking eyecandy.
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the scater´s shoes don´t seem right. the other two pictures are just great!
I Like your style. I like more the first and the third one. The armour suite is less designed and it is showed. Foe example the plate on the body is too big and too much "just one peace"! maybe already with a simple outline it could be better. If him is not carrying a weapon, why all the pocket on the belt? Give him a gun or something so, or cut off the pockets "military style".
The first one (the guy with the backpack): it's my favourite. The left hand (the free one) is wrong, like too much bended respect the arm, or this is my opinion. I Think also that it'll be better with a little texture below the shoes
Well.. at the end... a excelent work! I like your style and I would like to watch more!
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I really am impressed by your pieces and style, and i enjoy the red armor. It seems a little bulky, but in a good way. How did you do your first piece?, its looks like watercolor and ink or something.
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Thank you all looking and for your helpful critique.
I see what you mean about the arm. I will get back into that painting and readjust it.
Thanks... I think I see what you mean. I'll play with the shoes as well.
Thanks you for your comments. I will try to post more once I get some free time.
First piece was done digitally in Corel Painter9. There is a brush that creates a nice wash effect similar to watercolors... I use it quite often.
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Cheerleading Blog University, a division of Cheerleading Blog, has released its 28th cheerleading guide. Partnered with Omni Cheer, a leading cheer apparel retailer, the University was created by Cheerleading Blog in early 2012.
This latest eBook, "The Cheerleading Guide to Busting Cheer Myths," looks at several myths and stereotypes about cheerleading and cheerleaders and provides examples, data, and information on why the myths aren't true.
"Negative stereotypes about cheer have been perpetuated throughout the media for years. We felt it was time to prove a few of the major myths wrong," said Cheerleading Blog editor, Melissa Darcey.
This guide follows the March release of "The Cheerleading Guide to the History of Cheer," which focused on how cheerleading first began, the early days of cheer camp, the evolution of cheerleading apparel, and more.
"Cheerleading Blog University was created to help cheerleaders, their parents and coaches grow as athletes and individuals. Our goal is to be a valuable resource for cheerleaders and to provide answers many other websites and sources don't offer," commented Omni Cheer marketing manager, Jessica Rzeszut.
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text: As the Republican rift over the Dubya tax cut widens, conservatives prepare to oust anti-cut GOP moderates like Olympia Snowe, John McCain, and Arlen Specter. As a result, Specter tries to shore up his freak-show-right creds by joining Majority Leader Bill Frist in defending Rick Santorum's outbreak of gaybashing (calling Santorum a "voice for inclusion and compassion" is a bit much, isn't it?). Snowe and Chafee, for their part, have condemned Santorum's remarks (Via Medley.) While I'm all for the GOP imploding, isnt it about time for the Dems to pile on the heat? To paraphrase Carville, when your opponent is drowning, throw him an anvil.


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London, Nov 28(ANI): Former Australia leg spinner Shane Warne believes Alastair Cook is the ideal captain for controversial batsman Kevin Pietersen, saying their match-winning partnership in the Mumbai Test against India can mark a start of new era in England.
"It really helps Kevin Pietersen to have a captain such as Cook. This a fresh start for KP and England. If the captain didn't want him in the team then there is no way he would be back in the side," Warne wrote in his column for the Telegraph.
"It was a good move from Cook to say, 'You know what, we know we need our best batsmen so forget about everything else'. It sends a message to the media, all the players and KP: this is a new captain, a new regime and let's start all over again with a clean slate," he added.
"From my experience of playing with him, Pietersen needs to be made to feel important. If that happens he will give a lot more and Cook has done that by saying, 'I want KP in the team because he is the top dog'," he wrote.
Warne added: "Cook understands that with KP around, the team are a lot better than without him. It would have been a very different outcome if Pietersen had been back in England instead of in Mumbai."
"Over the next couple of years that Cook and KP partnership will be crucial. They really look like they have developed a bond and a good working relationship," he further wrote.
"It helped KP that Cook was at the crease when he went out to bat. His mind was scrambled in the first Test and it showed in the way he played," he added. (ANI)


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These Paintings Are Made From the Barf of 200,000 House Flies
Many artists are inspired by nature, but few collaborate with it in quite the same way as John Knuth. When you look at his paintings, you see broad swaths of color that appear to be meticulous impressionistic abstractions. But what you are actually looking at is the vomit of thousands of flies.


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Snorkel in the clear waters of the largest Barrier Reef in the Western Hemisphere and discover the towering Mayan temples of fabled Tikal. Enjoy overnights at Turneffe Island Lodge, with 12 guest rooms and 8 cabanas ideally situated a few minutes from the best snorkeling in the Caribbean, and La Lancha, Francis Ford Coppola's charming ecolodge on Lake Peten Itza near the Tikal ruins. Our optional mid-trip 2- to 3-night extension to the Maya Mountains features The Lodge at Chaa Creek, voted onto the World's Best list by Travel & Leisure readers. An additional post-trip extension to Guatemala explores the lovely highland town of Antigua, whose colonial center is a World Heritage Site, and the Mayan market village of Chichicastenango, and stunning Lake Atitlán.
This was a perfect combination of relaxing and sightseeing. We were so surprised by how nice all the accommodations were, wonderful food and cocktails, and how friendly the people were. All the excursions were so well done and the guides went out of their way to make sure we had a great time. We love outdoor adventures and this was exactly what we were looking for.
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Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1
Belize's Barrier Reef
The 200-mile-long Belize Barrier Reef, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the natural wonders of the planet, its warm waters (80 degrees) teeming with intriguing marine life, including fascinating coral formations and hundreds of species of exotic fish. Instead of staying on the coast (with long boat rides to snorkeling sites), we've chosen wonderful accommodations at Turneffe Island Lodge, set on an idyllic private coral atoll right on the reef, where unbelievably rich snorkeling is just a 10-minute boat ride from the white-sand beaches. In these sheltered waters, many sites are perfect for novice and experienced snorkelers alike.
Days 2-4
Barrier Reef Snorkeling
From Turneffe Island Lodge—the sole accommodation on the entire island—you'll venture out to snorkel among eagle rays, rainbow-hued parrotfish, black-and-yellow striped angelfish, sergeant majors, and a host of other jewel-bright fish. There's also a chance of seeing hawksbill, loggerhead, or green sea turtles, playful dolphins, and flying fish. The waters are so extraordinarily clear that a look through your mask reveals a kaleidoscopic world of flamboyant corals in shades from deep purple to brilliant red. A stay at Turneffe also offers the opportunity to visit the legendary Blue Hole, a dive site discovered by Jacques Cousteau and an amazing marvel of nature, with its incredible walls and drop-offs. Additional activities include sea kayaking, a wonderful way to explore the shallow turquoise waters (no previous experience required), bone fishing, or beachcombing along the pristine beaches. At night you'll dine with other guests on local Caribbean culinary delights like conch, fresh fish, and tropical fruits, then kick back to gaze at the brilliant star-filled sky and the moonlight reflecting on these magical waters.
Days 5-6
Fly to Guatemala for a guided exploration of unforgettable Tikal, one of Central America's most magnificent archaeological sites. Overnights are at Francis Ford Coppola's charming La Lancha Lodge. In the classic Maya city of Tikal, probably settled around 700 BC and mysteriously abandoned in 705 AD, ancient temple pyramids soar out of the lush rainforest canopy of an immense jungle reserve. You'll feast your eyes on towering steep-sided limestone structures including the famous 144-foot-tall Temple of the Giant Jaguar, with its nine stories representing the nine layers of the Maya underworld, walk the steep central stairways of the pyramids, explore the ball courts and great plazas, listen to the howler monkeys and calls of birds (there are some 400 resident bird species in unbridled abundance), and marvel at the sheer scale of the setting. Today this site is protected within Parque Nacional Tikal, set on the edge of the huge Maya Biosphere Reserve, the largest tropical reserve in Central America. (Our optional mid-trip 2- or 3-night extension to Chaa Creek Lodge in Belize's Maya Mountains begins on Day 5 and is followed by the excursion to Tikal.)
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Transfer to Flores then fly to Guatemala City and depart.
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Have you ever wondered what holding the CPCP credential can do for you? Join us for an interactive session with a member from the Purchasing Certified Purchasing Card Professional Council (PCPCC).
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Diasporian News of Wednesday, 19 June 2013
Source: The Christian Journal reporter
MOUNT VERNON NY (The Christian Journal reporter) — More than 1000 people gathered to celebrate the dedication of Living Faith International Church renovated and expanded Chapel on June 16. The Church is situated at 195 West First Street in Mount Vernon, NY.
The dedication service included the ordination of Mrs. Naomi Allotey by Apostle Jannie Ngwale of (Conquerors through Christ Ministries, South Africa). In attendance was Bishop Nathan Edwards (Friendship Worship Center, Mount Vernon NY) Prophet Elisha Salifu Amoako (Alive Chapel), Prophet Habakkuk Appiah (Alive Chapel International) and Rev. Steve Mensah of (Charismatic Evangelistic Ministry, Ghana)
"It's great to see the joy on the faces of the people who really paid for, worked for, prayed for this renovated and expanded church building" Bishop Dominc Allotey said In an interview with The Christian Journal reporter after the service, At present also was Mount Vernon City council who presented a plaque to Bishop Alottey to acknowledge his work in the community.
It is a beautiful place to worship, build one's relationship with God. Happy are those who dwell in the house of the Lord. Frank Buadu a member at LFIC said


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Discussion in 'Dog Pictures and Pet Photos' started by AdrianneIsabel, Apr 15, 2012.
A few from our training today!
Some bitework
Count Sloanerpops, here to eat your hands.
Urban fitpaws
Thanks for looking, I've been on another photo kick lately.
I love your photo kicks
Love the action pics! Those 2 are simply adorable!
I lurves them.
I love them! It is Backup in the Hold and Bark pics right?? I just want to make sure. Whichever Mal it is, they look great!!!!
Love them! They are SO gorgeous!!!
Count Sloan is way to dang cute. Backup looks mighty vicious in his hold!
LMAO... they really should be circus dogs. They look pretty clownish in the first few pictures.
Backup's hold and bark is awesome! Such intense, happy working dogs.
They are gorgeous fabulous pics too.


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Contact InformationWest Suburban Hospital Association, Inc.
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Other InformationEntity Status: Active
Type of Entity: Nonprofit Corporation
Entity Creation Date: May 09, 1974
Days in Business: 15845 days
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West Suburban Hospital Association, Inc. is located in Concord, Massachusetts and is listed as an active Nonprofit Corporation. West Suburban Hospital Association, Inc. was started on May 09, 1974 which was 15845 days ago.
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Chad Lowe's brood is getting bigger!
The Pretty Little Liars star and his wife Kim Lowe are set to welcome a new addition to their family in the fall, Us Weekly has learned. The actor first broke the news via Twitter, writing: "Wow! The weather is so beautiful here in SoCal! Seems like a good day to spread some great news... Wait for it...wait for it..."
"My wife Kim and I are expecting our second child this fall! We are beyond thrilled and excited!"
Lowe, 44, has starred on the hit ABC thriller as Byron Montgomery, Aria's father, since 2010. The actor -- who is Rob Lowe's younger brother -- has also appeared on 24, Bones, and ER.
Lowe and his producer spouse married in 2010; the pair are already parents to a 3-year-old daughter, Mabel.
Prior to tying the knot with Kim (nee Painter), Lowe was married to Hilary Swank for ten years; he and the Oscar winner parted ways in 2007.


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Colin Farrell is yoga fan
Colin Farrell has revealed why he loves his regular yoga classes.
The Hollywood heartthrob is famed for his athletic body, and likes to indulge in the spiritual practice to keep fit.
Colin has revealed what he loves about his regular yoga classes, explaining it relieves him of stress and over-thinking.
"It's fun. [I] do it every day, as much as I can," Colin told Access Hollywood.
"I love being in a class with students – 30 or 40 people all moving in unison. It's very easy to live where you remain in your head… and you're concerned about various things and constantly contemplating and so on and so forth, so it takes you out of your head for a while and just puts you back into your body."
Colin has battled with drug and alcohol addiction in the past and has previously explained that eating well and exercising is now an important part of his routine.
The 37-year-old star insisted he isn't too obsessive about his regime though.
"I don't put the same level of energy into healthy living as I did into unhealthy living. I put an enormous amount of energy into the destruction of my body and if I put the same amount into treating my body in a positive way, that too would end up being a sickness," he British magazine Men's Health last year. "But I eat really well, drink loads of green tea, and take a s**tload of vitamins.
"I did a two-mile jog every day, an hour of weights, every day, six days a week, for about three months before we started. And I'm somebody who a couple of years ago couldn't even run a mile."
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[eUSA] Congress, Politicks, & Bad Ideas.
Lonestar 2
Citizens of the eUSA,
This is a congressional platform article,
Which is an outdated tradition from the old election system.
Ask any questions you may have in the comments.
I'll send some weapons along to anyone with good questions/contributions.
Party President's Suggested Musical Prelude.
~ It's fairly modern, yet somehow feels like a rediscovered relic of the 80s. Like Rainy. ^_~
So you want to be in Congress?
USWP Congressional Candidature
Back a few days ago I said to Rainy Sunday,
Rainy, should you win your election as USWP PP, I am yours to command. I shall relinquish my party to Zoli, return to USWP, resume my place on the USWP Executive Board, run for Congress, etc, should you so command. YOUR CALL. Just say the word.
Sadly, she called me on it.
So, I filled out the USWP Congressional Candidature, as linked above.
1. Are you registered @ eusaforums.com?
Yes. I also contribute to funding it, most months.
2. Do you use irc?
Yes. Sadly.
3. Why are there interstate highways in Hawaii?
Because those * Hawai'ians abuse the generosity of the federal government. * them, all of them. Rotten * would be third world citizens without this great nation.
4. If any, what positions have you held in your MU?
Back in Mobile Infantry I refused any leadership roles, I was happy to serve. I helped make the JCS self-sufficient back in 2010. I worked to build a national Pakistan military later in 2010....
5. If any, what positions have you held in your Party?
... Now? None. Wait, no. USWP Vice President, USWP Executive Board, USAP Zombie Horde. Before, in the eUSA, USWP PP, AAP PP, APF PP, URP PP, AKP PP, USWP Executive Board; Congress x5 in USWP. Before, in Pakistan, Stone Ocean PP, Congress x1 in Stone Ocean. Stuff. Also other stuff. Across multiple lives.
6. Are you familiar with the eUS Constitution and Code?
Yes. I re-wrote the eUS Constitution in 2010 after dragging Eugene Harlot, Cromstar, Fionia, and some others, etc, along by the arm. Mainly, onyl Harlot and Crommy were any fun in the process. Anyway. We killed the judiciary and massively streamlined the roles of government, which was good. We establishd the JCS as the third branch of government, which seems to have backfired. Anyway, I reviewed the changes since then. Yes.
7. Do you agree to abide by eUS Immigration rules?
No. Frankly... I kinda side more with the AFA on this one. Back in the day, I was the first eUSA IES Director. I also developed the first Congress ATO strategy that provided 100% blocker coverage. I fully understand and believe in solid immigration and ATO policies. Recently I have also served in the DHS and other government groups for a few governments. That said... it might be time for some revision of our immigration policty. Times change.
Immigration is a zero sum game; every recruit empowers us at the expense of other nations. May it result in shifts in national policy and alliances? Yes. Fine. Life happens. Numbers may be worth the risk.
8. Can an ambidextrious person make an off hand remark?
Yup. Definitions, yo.
9. Do you commit to serve the duration of the term?
Yes. Of course. The power of Rainy Sunday compells me.
10. Are you interested in pursuing a Congressional leadership role?
Mebbe. Depends. This is best given to younger players.
11. What are your views on current US taxes?
This one is complicated... I'd like 1% taxes on the dead industries, flat 1% VAT, 99% taxes on raw materials for imports, leave imports on weapons and food 1% until we have 10/10 someday then go 99%, and set income taxes as high as needed to support the military. Taxes -> National Power through Force of Arms.
12. What are your views on current US Foreign Affairs?
Depends. I, for one, support our CoTWO Overlords.
I say, MPP the main TWO nations (Spain/Poland/Hungary/Serbia), Russia/Brazil, and the 4 biggest CoT nations; cap the total at 10 to free up funds for MU support. Move close to CoTWO. Develop a global economic stranglehold on EDEN, similar to the old PEACE GC global war/ally plans, except focused on Trade Embargoes and MPPs, it's simple.
13. Have you served in government before? What roles?
Jeezus. eUSA VP, IES Director, Congress, National Security Advisor, Advisor, DHS Member, ATO Coordinator, McFarland Constructions Project Manager, etc. Pakistan CP, Congress, Generallissimo. Yes.
14. Would you like to be paired with a mentor?
Yes. This can only end well. ^_~
15. Chocolate doesn't ask silly questions. Chocolate understands.
16. Your name.
Just Max. Nothing Special. ^_~
17. Profile link, please.
Party President's Opinion:
<rainysunday> excellent
This is the point where you might expect a platform.
So, let's go over it, by the buttons. Relevant.
Congressional Laws:
1. Changes Taxes.
See above.
2. Country Donations, Issue Money.
I plan to follow the normal procedures for efficient operation of government.
3. Minimum Wage.
Anything above $1 USD is silly. Let the market sort itself out.
4. Natural Enemy.
We elect a President to develop foreign policy. For significant decisions like declaring war and naming natural enemies, I generally defer to the elected executive leaders. My specific views on nations/alliances are stated above. If you want specifics on resource acquisition, I recommend Taiwan (Rubber, Fish) via occupation, Canada (Iron, Deer) via occupation, and Mexico (Saltpeter) via treaty. The resources we lack can be acquired through diplomacy with CoTWO, as friends/allies, not enemies.
5. President Impeachment.
Personally, I prefer sticking with the guy elected by the people, even if he doesn't please the politickal in-crowd. For example, I wouldn't have voted to impeach Glove. Similarly, I'd likely not vote to impeach an AFA CP unless they were actively detrmental to eUSA interests. Mind you, that means national interests, not partisan interests. These guys will eventually have their day.
Presidential Laws:
1. Airstrike, Alliance, Declare War, Peace Proposal.
Refer to the points above.
2. New Welcome Message.
These should be fun and informative. That is all.
3. Tade Embargo.
So... we're in CoTWO now. Why don't we Embargo every EDEN nation consantly? Why don't we push our allies to do the same? Economic Sanctions exist for a reason. Think about it.
1. Freedom vs Unity.
I say accept the AFA as much as possible. Let them participate in the Congressional forums. Let the parties independantly determine whether they want to participate in the IES process or run immigration independently. Keep the Unity Presidential Primaries for those parties who wish to participate in them, otherwise let the elections run naturally within the game itself. If, at any point, the current AFA and it's affiliates prove disastrous, deal with it when it happens.
As dear Jack said,
"...because quite bluntly I do not care about AFA,
I think it is much worse to live in fear of PTO than to actually be PTOed."
I remember him first and foremost as a new player I once mentored...
Now I quote him for his words of wisdom, born of his own jaded experience.
I say, Let the chips fall where they may.
2. Party Politicks.
I suck at party politicks. My attachment to the USWP is pure nostalgia. Personally I hope Rainy Sunday seizes power in a more permanent fashion making us a far-right authoritarian party, in function as well as in name. It's about time we had another movement like S.E.E.S. and so far SPQR has displayed incredible potential but failed to deliver.
3. International Relations.
I personally love Serbia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Indonesia, Brazil, and Russia. I think the folks in Macedonia are likely to be almost as much fun. I liked the folks in Croatia and BiH ages ago, but that is our past. I say look forward. I say look not merely toward our friends in Brazil and Russia, not merely to our allies in CoT, but over time also to the incredible potential of our future allies in TWO. Times change.
4. New Player Programs, Ambassadors, Other Programs, Etc.
This stuff falls under the purview of the executive branch of government.
Congress can get the ball rolling sometimes, but the branches exist for a reason.
Party President's Opinion:
<rainysunday> LET IN ALL TEH SERBS
So... I figure some folks might be upset now.
At best, I'm just one guy in Congress. Nothing More. Nothing Less.
Speaking of which, I see some good folks from all parties on the tickets this month. Lots of new blood like SinAria and Clint Carmel. That's good.
Cheers. ^_~
Max McFarland 3
~ Vice President, United States Workers Party.
We are Dio. You are Dio. I am Dio.
May the Love of Dio be with you, Forever.
Spare a moment of your time for the Narrator.
Thank you. Good luck on getting place high enough on he party rolls. : )
A lot to read here, but our issues are huge, so it evens out....
Conceptually, I like your ideas about taxes and economy, at least for now, except for how they are might impact the MUs (need more review on the MU aspect).
The current tax situation was designed for an entirely different set of economic needs. You have the brand name and long history and reputation to push a change through, despite the naysayers and others who are stuck in the vortex of a meta game null players that are a bunch of self proclaimed economists who have done as much good as they have caused or stood in the way of solutions.
When all is tallied up, you represent change and that cannot hurt us at this time.
Your fresh ideas and a new PoV can only be neutral or improve things as far as I am concerned..... GO MAX! GO USWP! GO Rainy, GOOD Move!
Thank you. 😁
I hope to discuss the tax system more with congress and the economic council. If they have solid reasons, ok. I just think ourcurrent system really looks like a legacy system that we outgrew. Especially when I compare it against other nations in our size/strength range.
I especially agree with you on this "our current system really looks like a legacy system that we outgrew", it is failing us and part of this is due to the game limitations, but we can still do better.
Catch me up some time so that I can explain the reasoning and the empirical proof.
I'm no expert. I deal with various organizational budgets at work, and I took plenty of finance courses in my MBA coursework. That said, I know finance 😕=economics. This is why I always want to speak with the actual economists in this game... the scope for a nation, even a sandbox nation of under 10,000 people, is a bit ouside my experience.
I also learned the last time I was in Congress that the tax views I held going in were not supported by the evidence, once I spoke to the economists. I assume you are part of the economics council, so I assume I will read your interactions with congress on the private boards.
Once I educate myself on the history, I'd like to speak with you to learn your arguments to gain a better perspective. If your evidence shows I am wrong, I'll change my opinions. Simple as that.
At the moment, I simply think our system appears outdated.
I think that was aimed at me. @Kemal, as you know I have a lot of respect for the plan that you took the lead on a year ago. You did great work and put an extraordinary amount of time and effort into not just formulating your plan but backing it up with data. Mad props to you for all of it. Now, our economy has changed and we have new issues and what we are doing isn't working. Yes, the game is a mess and provides very limited options. Regardless, we need to adjust and I welcome some fresh ideas. Unless you self identify as part of the problem, it isn't all about YOU.
@Max My comment was directed towards animis Max; I'd love to explain you the reasoning, and share the data. What you expect in real life economies doesn't apply here due to particular game mechanics.
@animis Thanks for your comment. However, I do not think the economy of today is vastly different than that of before. The government revenues wrt wealth of the players is diminishing, and there is nothing we can do about it unless a module change takes place.
I just saw the game cut out part of my text. x _ x
I meant to say finance = / = economics.
Anyway, speak to you soon hopefully. ^ _ ^
Amusingly, your views on foreign affairs haven't changed at all since your last incarnation.
zo, some folks are fun, culture doesn't change that much in two years. : )
Well, God knows it's not the wonderful improved gameplay that keeps me going. 😛
That last picture really killed my eyeballs :D
Excellent article, I'm sure you'll get into congress.
Hail CoTWO!
This article was humorous and I enjoyed it. Good luck in your Congressional election.
Thanks for the vote of confidence, but no, nowhere close.
I'm just Max. Nothing special. ^ _ ~
Massive support, you took some of the words out of my mouth re immigration policy.
Also please V & S
It should be an interesting month. ^ _ ^
Just read your article.
1. Canada has 3 resources we need bordering us, all of which Spain has at least double of. It should be possibleto work something out with Spain to split the Canadian regions.
2. I know folks want to starve out the AFA, but some bridge or recruitment effots are necessary. They are not leaving and locking them out just encourages them to build and solidify a parallel structure for military units, politics, government structure, etc.
3. America being America, yes. Sometimes we do things that are not the best pragmatic decision. Take, for example, our history of alliances, spread everywhere with underdogs, when we would be better by the numbers sticking inside our alliance. This applies to domestic systems as well. Some efforts to build a better playing field for eUSA players by changing taxes, resources, etc might very well be worth the lost efficiency. Besides, it's not like we even have an empire to defend atm. We don't need maximal efficiency everywhere atm, and there are serious morale problems across our nation.
1)Agreed, Canadian resources are rightfully ours!
2) I believe the AFA is now contained and we need to shift into breaking the stalemate. We have introduced the AFA to our stick, the bad cop has done his job. Now the good cop must step in and reach out the olive branch in order to neutralize the threat. We can get the majority on our side by either luring them away or getting them to change their leadership/attitude internally.
3) Yes, I always thought the tax policy introduced under Kemal & others should be viewed as emergency measures. I don't disagree with the theory behind them, but they do take a toll on retention/morale in the long run. Is now the time to change? I'm not 100% sure.
1) Don't know about rightfully ours, but right now Spain has them and if nothing else we should take them.
2) The AFA is no worse nor no better that the USWP, SEES or iNCi -who had to be bribed to stop letting in citizens deemed terrorist, time to move on and lose the Unity vote.
3) The tax and economic policies put in place by Kemal and the Pfeiffer Loyalist do two things 1) makes the ruling class rich 2) keeps America and her citizens poor.
voted, good luck in the elections....
we, as AFA, want to have a chance to participate in the Congressional forums, let us tell our opinions, discuss with you, and if you don't like it, or see it doesn't fit with the current situations and not for the good of eUSA then you can fairly blame us....
and again vote for the article...
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I am piss off, sorry for shouting at you.
Nice platform, Good Luck!
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Dinting are within sight of the Derbyshire and Cheshire League title following a double-header last weekend.
Facing Hawk Green on Saturday, Dinting saw their visitors opt to bat first on an excellent wicket.
Green set off quickly, scoring at five runs an over but lost two quick wickets as they were reduced to 21-2.
From thereon, their batters came went, seemingly without a care in the world as they were dismissed for 99.
Matt Coleman and Glenn Harwick needed fewer than 14 overs to reach their target, compiling 100-0 for maximum points.
Sunday saw them welcome Broadbottom with Dinting winning the toss and batting first.
Harwick (38), Massey (50 not out) and Wilson (44) helped the title hopefuls to a more than defendable score of 210-7.
When it came to their turn in the field, Dinting skipper Wilson took the pragmatic approach.
Although Chris Wyche took the important wicket of last year's centurion Walsh, Seville and Coleman bowled 41 overs between them in the Broadbottom reply.
Even though there was a truly excellent partnership of 103 between Rowston and Shufflebottom the visitors always looked like they wouldn't chase the runs down.
Rowston perished to a smart catch by Woolleson for a top drawer innings of 67 to end any chance of an upset as Broadbottom's reply ended with them on 180-9.
Dinting's final game of the season is on Saturday when they take the trip to Old Glossop (12.30pm start).


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When Marshall drew the ghoulish figure of "the Gravedigger," he never expected it to come out of the page and haunt him. Now people are disappearing, including Marshall's best friend Cooper, and some of them have died violent deaths. Marshall must figure out what is happening and find Cooper—if it's not already too late! Followed by THE BLACK.
When Marshall drew the ghoulish figure of "the Gravedigger," he never expected it to come out of the page and haunt him. Now people are disappearing, including Marshall's best friend Cooper, and some of them have died violent deaths. Marshall must figure out what is happening and find Cooper—if it's not already too late! Followed by THE BLACK.
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Veal and Pea Stew
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 to 2 pounds veal cubes, no side larger than 1 1/2 inches
1 sprig fresh tarragon, or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 pound spring onions or shallots, peeled (if large, trimmed and halved), or scallions, each cut in 2 or 3 pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup white wine or water
1 cup fresh shelled peas, snow peas or frozen peas
Method of Preparation:
1. Put a 12-inch skillet over high heat, and a minute later add oil and butter. Add the meat, in one layer (if you use the larger amount of meat you may have to cook in batches). Cook, undisturbed, until the meat is nicely browned on the bottom, about 5 minutes.
2. Add tarragon, onions and some salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and any meat stuck to bottom of pan is released, about 5 minutes. Add liquid, stir, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook 30 to 40 minutes or until the veal is tender.
3. Uncover, add peas and raise the heat to medium. Cook about 5 minutes, until the peas are done. Adjust seasoning, garnish if you like and serve.


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Scissors - Dr. Slick Razor tip. I have two pair and love them. These are your premium scissors so make sure you get an inexpensive pair for cutting materials.
Bobbins - make sure they have the ceramic tube inserts. Metal ones will start to cut your thread after a while. Bobbins are one of those things that you wil pick one up every couple months and will have a collection very soon.
Bodkin - useful for a number of things just pick up an inexpensive one.
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The students have formed teams that will trick-or-treat for food and/or donations in neighborhoods near Concord High School. School teams are competing against each other to see who can raise the most funds or pounds of food.
Tesoro Golden Eagle manager Steve Hansen is coordinating the event with volunteers and vehicles, and matching dollar-for-dollar funds collected or pounds of food donated to both the food bank and Concord High. Tesoro will also provide a hearty dinner for participants. Food bank executive director Larry Sly and the staff will be on hand afterward with scales to weigh the food.
Several days before the drive, students will place bags requesting donations at homes near Concord High. They will return on Halloween before 8:30 p.m. to collect the donations. If you don't receive a bag and would like to participate, bring donations of food or funds to Concord High between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. Oct. 31, 4200 Concord Blvd. in Concord.
Visit www.foodbankccs.org for more information.
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Calendars have been given for many years, and in order for this tradition to continue, they need your help, since funding is no longer available. Calendars are welcomed by seniors and give them a place to jot down reminders and doctor's appointments.
The goal is to collect enough for each Meals on Wheels client, nearly 700 people, to be distributed before the holidays.
Meals on Wheels is looking for calendars from your insurance agent, vet, Realtor, or anyone who traditionally gives out calendars. Ask for extras you can donate. Encourage your organization to collect calendars at their next meeting. If your business targets senior citizens, donate the calendars yourself.
Calendars can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the Meals on Wheels office, 1300 Civic Drive, in Walnut Creek. Visit www.mowsos.org for more information.
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The Concord-Diablo Rotary's Picker Squadron gleans excess fruit for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, and food pantries in Concord.
In the last four years, they have collected more than 40,000 pounds of fruit from residents' homes to feed the hungry!
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Rotary on the map
The Martinez Rotary Club has painted a map of the United States on nearly all elementary school playgrounds in Martinez, including John Swett, Las Juntas, John Muir and Morello Park, to provide a space for educational games outdoors.
Guests are welcome at Rotary meetings, which are held at 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays, at Grace Episcopal Church, 130 Muir Station Road, in Martinez.
Clayton Railroad Day
The Clayton Historical Society Museum's recent Exhibit: Railroads of the Clayton & Diablo Valleys, and Beyond … was a great success. Railroad Day featured special guests, Joel Clayton's great-great- grandson, Ray Strong, a brakeman for the Niles Canyon Railway; and Clayton's first Mayor, Bob Hoyer.
The current exhibit "Shakers and Bakers," features the surprising history of aprons, and features vintage and modern salt and pepper shakers, at the museum, 6101 Main St. in Clayton.
The Clayton Valley Historical Society Christmas Home Tour will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, beginning at the museum. Cost is $30. Six beautiful homes decorated for the holidays will be open for self-guided tours taking approximately two hours.
Visit www.Claytonhistory.org for ticket information.
'Invisible War' film
The American Association of University Women Concord Branch will host "Invisible War," a film and discussion at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7, at Vineyard Community Center, 1970 Grant St. in Concord.
Concord AAUW is hosting the event to address the need for awareness about the way sexual assault is handled by the military. The event will benefit Concord by providing education to the community about the problem and inform them about what they can do to make the military safer for all service members.
"As a member of AAUW and as an educator, I think it is so important to inform and empower women, girls and their families to stand up for themselves and others," said Michelle Koski, co-president of the Concord Branch. "The film 'Invisible War' offers an opportunity to have a conversation about the problem of sexual assault in the military and what we can do about it."
Nationally, AAUW is making a difference on critical women's and civil rights issues, briefing policymakers, spearheading coalitions, and making an impact on the world through international initiatives and partnerships.
In addition to the benefits offered by this event, AAUW members enjoy opportunities to network at the local level, sponsor community projects to promote equity, serve in branch leadership positions, and lobby local and state legislators on AAUW priority issues.
Visit http://concord-ca.aauw.net for more information about supporting these women in their efforts.
Angel Project
Creek Kids sponsor the annual Angel Project, during which a family/individual/group gets a wish list from a homeless community member and purchases gifts for this person.
During the Trinity Center holiday celebration, Creek Kids distribute the gifts. Many families, individuals, Scout troops and Creek Kids Care school groups participate in the Angel Project.
Visit www.creekkids.org for information on how you can support their great work in our neighborhoods.
Clayton bake sale
The annual Clayton Valley Woman's Club Holiday Crafts and Bake Sale is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Clayton Community Library, 6125 Clayton Road.
Breads, cookies, fudge, jams and cupcakes are always a hit and sell fast. Proceeds support community donations from the club.
For information, call 925-524-0641 or visit www.claytonvalleywoman'sclub.org.
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Dr. Stefan Polakovic, a minister, who is at present residing in the United States under the name of Dr. Jan Drobny, was sentenced today in absentia to 20 years imprisonment by the People's Court here for conducting an anti-Semitic and pro-Nazi propaganda program in Slovakia during the period of the Slovak Puppet State. The court also ordered confiscation of his property.
Meanwhile, in Prague, the newly-elected President, Klement Gottwald, has received numerous congratulatory messages from Zionist and other Jewish organizations. At a thanksgiving service in the main synagogue in Prague, Dr. Gustav Sicher, the city's Chief Rabbi, offered a special prayer in behalf of President Gottwald and the Czechoslovak Republic. Similar services were also held in other Jewish communities throughout the country.


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We do require that our sellers create their own original handcrafted goods and that you are able, to the extent that you can, customize your items to buyer requests. In your store, right next to your item descriptions, is an area for you to describe the various ways in which you can tailor your items to suit a buyer's needs, and we also encourage you to upload images reflecting these options. We recognize that there are limited ways in which one item can be altered, so we encourage you to simply itemize these options on your product page, encourage buyers to ask questions, and communicate with them in an honest and straightforward manner.
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There are no monthly subscription fees and there are no listing fees! Upon completion of a sale, funds are alloted to sellers immediately and The Wedding Mile takes a 6% commission of the total sale (not including shipping and handling fees). You do not pay if you do not sell! You can cancel your subscription at any time.
How am I billed?
Upon completion of checkout, sales are immediately submitted to your respective payment processors who will deposit payment into your accounts. At checkout, The Wedding Mile assesses a 6% fee of the total sale. What you receive is your final sales total minus the 6% fee.
What do I get for listing on The Wedding Mile?
You get a marketplace exclusively devoted to wedding and bridal! We know that our success ties directly in to your success. That's why we are providing you with all the tools you need to succeed! Our site has the most up to date search engine optimization programming in order to keep us on top of relevant searches and we also provide you with our own proprietary training materials to get you up and running. Your store comes with email marketing integration, multiple payment options, and comprehensive reporting and analytics tools. Your store also comes with complete social media integration, including a Facebook store application and Share buttons for all major social media websites! And, yes, we have an import/export tool for the listings you have on other sites! For a more detailed list of what your subscription here offers, please visit our Seller page here.
Can I open up multiple stores?
Yes you can! You will need to register your new store with a new username and password, but you will be able to manage both from the same admin dashboard.
Can I sell my products on other sites as well?
You may sell your items on other websites, but when a buyer inquires with you on our site, commissions you on our site, or makes a purchase on The Wedding Mile, your sales transaction must be completed on our site. TheWeddingMile.com enables you to set up a fully functional, user friendly, and highly optimized online store front on a site that specializes in products for the Wedding and Bridal market. We also offer educational materials to help get you ramped up and skilled in the art of sales, customer service, search engine optimization, social media, photography, and more! We encourage you to drive buyers to our site so that they can experience a complete wedding shopping experience with you and your fellow sellers.
How do I cancel my store?
We'll be very sorry to see you go, but if you want to cancel your store all you need to do is go to your Admin area and click on the Cancel Store button in your Billing tab. Please be aware that cancelling your store (versus putting it in Vacation mode) will remove it from our database. If you would like to open up a store in the future, you will have to re-upload your products, images, and descriptions again.
How do I change my account information?
You simply log in to your account and use the menu links to navigate to the pages you want to edit. Change the information you want and be sure to click the Save Changes button when you're done.
How do I ensure getting paid for items I have custom created for a buyer?
A transaction is not complete until a buyer has paid you for your product, so please do not ship your product until the buyer has completed the payment process and you are properly notified that funds have been received. With respect to customizing your items, or when a buyer has asked you to make a certain quantity from scratch, it is customary to accept a "good-faith" downpayment for your services so that your investment in time and materials is partially covered. It is up to you to decide how much to request as a downpayment, but typically one third to one half of the total cost is standard. We encourage you to communicate often with your seller, and to upload preliminary images for their approval before completing the entire project. With their approval, you can proceed to complete the project with confidence, knowing they have agreed to your terms and your rendition of the customized product.
*Please note that if you accept partial payment for an order, you MUST complete the other portion of your sale on The Wedding mile site. To complete this sale off site or on another site is a violation of our terms of service and can result in the cancellation of your store and selling privileges.
What is the best way to search for items I want on your site?
There are a number of ways to search for items on TheWeddingMile.com. To start we suggest clicking into the categories that best suit your needs. Once you are in a category page, you can use the search box to enter key words that reflect the types of items you are looking for. You can also use our enhanced search page to search by color, style, price range, category, or keyword.
Can I ask any seller to customize an item for me?
Sellers on TheWeddingMile.com welcome the opportunity to customize their products to meet your needs! Product pages include descriptions, details and images of the different ways in which particular products can be changed. If you see an item you like, but would like some tweaks or changes made to it, we encourage you to contact the seller with any questions you may have.
If I order a product with customization, am I required to pay for those changes up front?
Each seller should have his or her store policies clearly outlined for you. It is not uncommon for a seller to require a deposit since customizing a product often requires an investment of their time as well as new materials. A deposit is also a good-faith indication that you are serious about the purchase of this product and intend to complete the transaction once you have approved its completion.
How does your Wedding Registry work?
Like most online wedding registries, you simply sign up with your name and address information (for shipping and verification purposes) and we will provide you with a unique page link to give your friends and family in order to view your 'wish list.' When you add an item to your registry, the seller is notified so that he or she can do their best to ensure the product remains available for purchase. You can view a sample wedding registry here on our Sign Up page.
What if I add something to my Wedding Registry but I would like it customized?
When you wish-list an item, you can add comments to your selection to let friends and family know exactly what you would like. Be sure to ask the seller first if the particular customization you want is available.
Do I have to register with TheWeddingMile.com or create an account in order to shop?
Guest checkout (no registration) is available to those who do not wish to create an account. To create a wedding registry or to "like" an item, we do require that you register an account.
I submitted a customization request to a seller, but I haven't heard back. What should I do?
We encourage all Sellers to respond to inquiries in a timely manner. While TheWeddingMile.com provides a venue for artisans to sell their wares, Sellers operate their stores independently and can choose how or when they wish to communicate with Buyers. If you have not heard back from a seller, we encourage you to check the seller's store message (located under the store banner) to make sure the seller is not on vacation. You may also use our Contact form to request that we try to contact the seller on your behalf.
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Washington, D.C. - The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Bureau for Global Health is pleased to announce a partnership with DAI to strengthen the human capacity of countries to identify and respond to outbreaks of newly emergent diseases in a timely and sustainable manner. DAI leads a distinguished team including the University of Minnesota, Tufts University, Training Resources Group, Inc., and Ecology and Environment, Inc. This is a five-year cooperative agreement with a ceiling of $185 million.
This project, named RESPOND, is part of the USAID Emerging Pandemic Threats Program - a specialized set of projects that build on the successes of the Agency's 30 years of work in disease surveillance, training and outbreak response. RESPOND will focus on the development of outbreak investigation and response training that merges animal and human health dynamics into a comprehensive capacity of disease detection and control.
Incorporating animal and human health epidemiology and disease surveillance, RESPOND will employ an integrated approach that unites public and private sector organizations to combat emerging disease on a global scale. The program will focus on long-term, short-term and in-service training, and academic preparation for health professionals. The program will also seek to establish effective responses to counter outbreaks while they are still within animal populations as well as strengthen the capacity to respond to outbreaks within human communities.
RESPOND will be led by Dr. David Elkins, an epidemiologist and public health specialist with 25 years of field experience. Other key staff include Janelle Kempel, the project's deputy director, Felicia Nutter, a wildlife veterinarian and instructor at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, and Douglas Hatch, a medical epidemiologist with over 20 years experience in field epidemiology training. The project will be managed out of USAID's Avian and Pandemic Influenza Unit.
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Report: LSU coach Les Miles could lose job even with two more wins
LSU Tigers football coach Les Miles could lose his job even if the team wins the next two games, LSU board of supervisors member Ronald Anderson told Gannett Louisiana on Friday.
"I think if he wins the next two games, it's still something that needs to be looked at," Anderson said. "It's the way they lost the two games."
The school is ranked No. 15 in the country with a 7–2 record on the season, and coming off a 31–14 loss to Aekansas last week, and a 30–16 defeat at the hands of Alabama.
"If he wins them both, that complicates it," Anderson told the paper. "That's my opinion. It's not just the number of losses, but the quality of the losses. The next two games are really important to deciding the future of the program. And you've got to look at the progress of the program from the standpoint of a number of years."
Miles has gone 110–32 in 11 seasons as LSU's coach, with a 60–26 record in the SEC.
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AN 11-YEAR-OLD schoolboy from Newport described by his father as a maths prodigy has passed his GCSE maths exam five years early.
Maan Anwar Meher, who is in year six at St Andrews Junior School on Corporation Road, is an ordinary youngster who enjoys playing video games, but has a secret aptitude when it comes to maths, explained his father Qais Anwar.
"From childhood he was quite bright in maths and we helped him," said Mr Anwar, 54, who is currently studying postgraduate courses online as he cannot work due to ill health, while Maan's mother Farzana Nuzhat, 44, is taking a teaching course at the University of South Wales in Newport.
"His performance in other sciences including his knowledge in biology is exceptional.
"But recently we thought he wasn't getting enough challenges, he takes maths from granted and is losing his interest. So we encouraged him to take the exam."
Maan, who came to the UK four years ago with his family from Pakistan, was entered for the exam as a private student through the Bristol company 3AT Tutors.
"Ten days before the exam we requested a mock exam and they gave feedback," said Mr Anwar, who previously worked in London doing international development for charities in third world countries. "He got an A* in that."
But then two days before Maan was due to sit the real thing, the family were given the news that Maan's grandfather had died in Pakistan, someone Maan had been very attached to, said his father.
The family tried to keep the news from him but couldn't, he said. Maan sat the exam anyway and, according to his provisional result, passed with a C grade.
"We couldn't go [to Pakistan] and Maan has a very strong attachment to him," said Mr Anwar. "He knew he couldn't perform as he was expecting, otherwise he could very easily have got an A*. He was expecting 65 per cent whereas he got 45.
"But it's still great, we are proud of him for having a go," he said. "People know us through him, when his mum goes with him to school children recognise him and sometimes us as parents.
"Learning is definitely in the family environment, he sees [us] studying. Bassaleg have offered him a place and will keep giving him challenges. Maybe after three or four years he can sit the exam again."
Acting head teacher Lesley James said upon joining the school in year three, Maan was quickly identified as an able mathematician.
"Last year he was our overall school champion in both our spelling and times table competition," she said. "He's fortunate to have parents who have shown a keen interest in his 'all round' education and have encouraged him to take part in all the school activities on offer.
"We're very proud of his achievements and know this will stand him in good stead as he moves on to high school later this year. He is a shining example of the children we have in our school."


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Greenville, SC – The Greenville Little Theatre proudly presents nationally renowned pianist, Emile Pandolfi, in concert on Valentine's Day, February 14, at 8 pm. A memorable time of enchanted music, romance, and more is in store. Having spent six years as the "piano-man" at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, Emile combines his love of laughter with his passion for music. Joining Emile on stage is noted soprano, Dana Russell. Emile's lush arrangements of familiar music have sold over two and a half million copies nationally. Order tickets on-line at www.greenvillelittletheatre.org or call the Box Office at 864-233-6238. Tickets are $40.00 which includes a pre-concert reception starting at 6:45 pm including hors d'oeuvres, chocolate, and champagne. For more information, visit www.greenvillelittletheatre.org.
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WHEN: February 14, 2013 at 8pm
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