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Alan Nolan, Director General of SIMI: "The market in 2013 has been very difficult for the new car sales market with year to date registrations down 7% on 2012, which was already 12% down on 2011.
"The introduction of the new 132 registration plate in July has been the one bright spot in a very poor year, the second registration period having improved this year's performance from 15% down at the end of May to 7% down at the end of September. The new dual registration plate system helped to make the most of the very low retail market this year and will continue to benefit the Industry and consumers in the future.
"However, there is no concealing the fact that 2013 has been the second worst year since the recession started. After 2009, with 59,000 new car registrations, this has actually been the worst year since 1993. It is in this context that the Industry is asking the Government to consider introducing a 'Swappage' incentive (€2,000 VRT refund on new car purchase if trading a six year old car or older) in this month's Budget.
"Such a scheme, as with Scrappage, will have no cost to the State, indeed it should deliver an additional €80 million in VRT and VAT in addition to supporting some 2,200 extra jobs in towns right across the country. The additional jobs are worth an additional €50 million to the Exchequer. In 2008, the Exchequer collected €2 billion in VRT and VAT from new car sales. This year it will collect around €600 million. Swappage will help commence a return to increased revenues as well as protecting and increasing the 36,800 jobs currently in the Motor Industry."
Volkswagen was once again the number-one selling car brand in September, claiming almost 12%, thanks in particular to strong sales of the Volkswagen Golf, which remains Ireland's best-selling car. Volkswagen remains the top-selling brand in Ireland Year-to-Date with 12.67% market share.


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Barbecuing...For The Fun Of It
The binding is at the top of the pamphlet. The title is in red and black to the right of a red and black sun. Below the sun and title is a red and black sketch of a barbecue grill with Heinz Barbecue Sauce to the left. The back reads, "barbecues and clues, How To Put the Glow On and A Bit on the Spit." No page numbers.View this piece: jpg pdf
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MONDAY, Jan. 31 (HealthDay News) -- Nocturia is a strong predictive factor of mortality in men and women younger than 65, with a dose-response pattern of increased mortality risk with increasing number of nightly voiding episodes, according to a study in the February issue of The Journal of Urology.
Varant Kupelian, Ph.D., from the New England Research Institutes in Watertown, Mass., and colleagues studied nocturia, defined as two or more voiding episodes per night, in 15,988 men and women, aged 20 and older between 1988 and 1994. Using mortality data from the third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III) and the National Death Index, the researchers determined the association between nocturia and mortality risk.
The researchers found that the prevalence of nocturia was 15.5 percent in men and 20.9 percent in women. Analyses showed a statistically significant trend of increased mortality risk as the number of voiding episodes increased in both men and women. They also found that the degree of association between nocturia and mortality was greater in those subjects younger than 65, with attenuated associations in those subjects aged 65 and older. Potential underlying mechanisms of the association between nocturia and increased risk of mortality included factors such as sleep disruption and the subsequent development of related comorbidities.
"Data from the NHANES III, a nationally representative sample, indicate that nocturia is a predictor of mortality in men and women after accounting for major confounding factors," the authors write.
The study was supported by a grant from Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Several of the study authors disclosed financial relationships with several pharmaceutical companies, including Ferring and Endo Pharmaceuticals.
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Hornbuckle Mitchell will target the acquisition of smaller players in the Sipp sector as it looks to grow the business after its takeover by a group of private investors, new chief executive Phil Smith has announced.
Last week Hornbuckle announced the sale of a 60% controlling stake in the business to Smith, previously managing director of Barclays Wealth, and Richard Wohanka, who now has the single largest shareholding and will become non-executive chairman.
Wohanka has held chief executive positions at both Barings Asset Management and BNP Paribas Investment Partners. Tim O'Connor, former boss of UBS's aborted platform, has also joined as managing director of proposition and distribution.
Smith (pictured, left) said the firm would be targeting the acquisition of providers with assets of less than £2 billion as it looked to exploit a 'plethora of distressed sellers', following the introduction of stringent new capital adequacy rules.
'I'm convinced opportunities for expansion will come along, but I would class us as intelligent buyers: everything must be right. There are some fantastic businesses operating with assets under £2 billion, or much smaller, which operate great franchises with great service for clients,' he said.
'Anybody with assets under administration of £2 billion is going to find it quite hard to stay in the game and make money, and invest to provide the client service required over time.'


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Even The Bat Has to Start Somewhere...
It's a story we're all intimately acquainted with. A young billionaire's parents are murdered in a back alley by a petty, small-time criminal. The boy, traumatized and aggrieved, swears to rid his city of crime. He begins a decades-long training regimen, perfecting both body and mind; a journey which culminates in a masked crusader taking to the streets.
It's the story of The Batman, one of the greatest cultural icons ever birthed by the comic book industry. Over the years, we've grown to know The Bat – as we've come to understand his alter-ego, Bruce Wayne – nearly as well as we know ourselves, sticking with him through countless trials, battles, and adventures. Now, Warner Montreal and Rocksteady Studios are turning back the hands of time a bit. Just as Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins explored the origins of the caped crusader, so too will Batman: Arkham Origins.
The game is set just a year after Batman's 'arrival' in Gotham City. Although Batman's already becoming a legend, he hasn't quite reached the status at which we see him in Arkham Asylum or Arkham City. He's not yet crossed paths with The Joker; he hasn't fully cast his shadow across Gotham's seedy underbelly. Many mobsters still think he's little more than a bogeyman, and he hasn't yet gained the respect of the Gotham PD (which is largely corrupt at this point). Perhaps the only officer willing to give him a chance (and consequently the only honest cop) is future Commissioner James Gordon, who at the time of Origins is a mere captain.
The developers have hinted that the relationship between Gordon and Batman will be a focal point of Arkham Origins, as both men rail from different sides of the law against a police force every bit as corrupt as the criminal organizations that effectively run the city. As Batman cleans up the city, the people of Gotham will come to believe more in Gordon, and consequently in The Bat.
The game is also going to place the somewhat strained relationship between Bruce and his butler / father figure Alfred Pennyworth at center stage, with the latter desperately trying to deal with the youthful ignorance, stubbornness, and arrogance of the former. Given that we're looking at his formative years, Batman's obviously going to be a bit rougher around the edges... a bit more primal and a bit more vicious.
Of course, a superhero is only as good as his Rogue's Gallery, and Batman: Arkham Origins is bringing some very big names to the table. At the center of the game's plot is the supervillain Black Mask; undisputed leader of Gotham's criminal underworld. The Mask doesn't really appreciate The Bat moving in on his turf, and as a result has put out a $50 million bounty on Batman's head, drawing eight of the world's deadliest assassins to the city in an effort to claim the bounty. These men include Bane, Deadshot, Deathstroke, Copperhead, and Firefly. Other villains making an appearance will include The Penguin, The Mad Hatter, Anarky, and, of course, The Joker (though we don't actually know how significant a role he's going to play).
Gameplay-wise, fans of the previous two games are going to find themselves in very familiar territory, though the developer is implementing quite a few improvements over previous titles. Noteworthy additions include the addition of a fast travel system and a new gadget known as the Remote Claw, which can attach to two points (or foes) and pull them forcibly together. New enemies, too, such as the martial artist, add a new and more strategic angle to the already fluid combat system.
Detective Mode is also receiving a new coat of paint. Batman can now "scrub through" crimes as they may have occurred in the past. This will allow him to work out where to find new evidence and deduce what may have transpired based on what he discovers. At any time, Batman can return to the Bat Cave to review crimes on his computer, some of which span entire swaths of the city. This also ties into a new sidequest system, with
Last but certainly not least, Arkham Origins will introduce multiplayer to the series, with Invisible Predator Mode. This gametype revolves around a gang war between Joker and Bane. Each match pits two teams of three criminals each against one another, with two additional players taking on the role of Batman and Robin.
Everyone has to start somewhere – even Batman. With Batman: Arkham Origins, we'll take a look into the caped crusader's formative years, witnessing firsthand his transformation from unknown vigilante into legendary crime-fighter. From what we've seen so far, it's a title in every way worthy of the Arkham pedigree, and definitely one to look forward to.
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How Will Your DVD Stand Out This Holiday Season?Three tips for improving customer satisfaction
Today, the number of titles entering the market is soaring in anticipation of a holiday season that's looking to be merrier than ever for sales of DVD players and discs. To all those involved in the decision-making process for titles set to appear on DVD in the weeks and months ahead, we extend a hearty message of congratulations and support.
There are, however, a few reminders we'd like to bring to your attention as your newest DVD title begins to move toward production.
Number One: Ready?
In the planning phase of producing your DVD, we encourage you to be especially creative in deciding how to present your content and what features your disc will contain. Inside those 20 million households currently estimated to have DVD players, there are some really bright people who will spend hours interacting with your content, if you make it available, and they'll honor the extra time, budget and craftsmanship you invest into your titles the next time they go to purchase or rent a new DVD.
Back in those early days of DVD, every single title we handled involved new R&D. We're lucky to continue to receive challenging assignments every day that task us with creating something new, but opportunities for creating some spectacular titles are being missed.
Number Two: Aim....
Last year's $4 billion marketplace for DVD sales and rentals, which most estimates see doubling this year, represents a huge target for entertainment companies. With the overall economy quaking the way it is, a low-cost approach to getting to market will more than likely prevail.
But that doesn't mean it should.
Thankfully, even today, there are companies who continue to relish the opportunity to provide millions of viewers with hallmark entertainment experiences. With Surroundsound being enjoyed by the masses in their own home theaters, the opportunity to package feature entertainment that delivers the experiences they crave should not be taken lightly.
When you conceive your DVD project, remember that there are those of us who think in design and authoring syntax ... who command brilliant performances from cutting-edge artists in all media to enhance your content and elevate it to its absolute highest potential.
Number Three: Fire!
New feature film releases, classic films, long-form music videos and collections all make wonderful fare for the DVD-enabled home theater. Since DVD penetration is soaring around the globe, a mass audience for a new DVD is real, it's growing, and it's hungry.
It may be that an individual artist working with Final Cut Pro and DVD Studio Pro on their Mac offers the perfect solution for handling the process of putting your DVD title together along with all the bonus materials necessary to create lifelong fans. Alternately, you may be better served by one of the elite design and authoring houses that have helped produce the award-winners of the past.
The point is, the specifications for DVD provide for an endless array of variations that allow for content to be presented to people in ways they?ve never yet seen. To protect your own interests as a content producer vying for what's bound to be an increasingly smaller share of your audience's time, please take every opportunity to make your titles the coolest thing home viewers have ever laid their eyes on.
If you accomplish that, you can count on having a happy new year for many years to come.
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Create a cheerful Toucan using Babybel wax
Create a cheerful Toucan using Babybel wax
Don't throw your empty Babybel cheese wrappers away! Create this cheerful Toucan. All you need is:
- Babybel wax from around 5 cheeses
- 2 x toothpicks for the legs
- 2 x peppercorns for the eyes
Step 1
After eating all the Babybel (you will need about 5 of them), take the wax casing and form a ball of wax with 4 Babybel, flatten with the palm of the hand and cut it in two.
Step 2
Slide the two halves of the circle to make the body and the head of the toucan and then form two smaller balls with the remaining wax.
Step 3
Cut two toothpicks in half and use two of the halves to affix the body to the head. Then place the remaining two halves at the bottom of the body to create legs. Add a grain of black pepper to make the eye and draw a line in the wax (to a third of the head) to create the beak.
Step 4
With two balls of wax left over model the tail. To do this simply squish the two balls between his fingers, this will make the wax spread a little. Stretch out the wax slightly so it looks like a flared tail and affix to the body of the Toucan.
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Nothing remains but to prop up the toucan onto a Babybel and then he is ready to sing!


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Frances Fyfield's latest novel A Clear Conscience features London criminal lawyer Helen West and her policeman lover, Geoffrey Bailey. It is a chilling portrayal of domestic violence that encompasses the Bailey-West relationship, the frustrations and dead ends of police investigations, and the murder of a battered wife's brother. But for all the intricacies and twists of the slickly crafted plot, the overriding element of this mystery is the creepiness of its characters: a small-time thief, a husband who tends bar by day and beats his wife by night, and a woman named Cath who cleans houses for a living but is a perfect example of the living dead. With a similar raw quality as the emotionally graphic television series Prime Suspect, Fyfield's psychological thriller terrifies and disturbs well beyond its 220 pages. B+


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POMONA >> Seven months after losing his son to violence in the city, Pomona Victory Outreach Pastor Chris Cotinola returned to the streets to comfort another family hit by the same nightmare.
Covan Brady, 25, died early Wednesday of gunshot wounds on Holt Avenue in one of two deadly shootings occurring in Pomona within two hours.
"You could see there was a lot of hurt, a lot of anger," Cotinola said.
Cotinola's mission to bring peace to the city, and to the hearts of people whose loved ones have died in homicides, hasn't slowed down in the wake of continuing violence.
He's bringing his message this weekend with plays focused on gang, drug and racial issues, as well as a star-studded service at the Fairplex in Pomona on Sunday.
The play, called "Shadows of Death," features members of his congregation who range from teens to adults. It is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Shield of Faith Church, 1750 W. Holt Ave.
It's an annual production, and changes every year to reflect current problems occurring in the city and elsewhere.
"We bring it up to date every year, so that way it's relatable to everything going on at the time," he said.
What drives the message home for many people is the appearance of an actor playing Satan.
"When he comes out, it really exposes who's really behind all the pain, who's really causing the deaths, who's the one really influencing the young people getting hooked on drugs," he said.
Cotinola is also holding a service at 10 a.m. Sunday at the Fairplex's Avalon building featuring actor Noel Gugliemi, whose credits include "The Dark Knight Rises," "Training Day" and "The Fast and the Furious."
Gugliemi, also known as Noel G, grew up in the gang and drug atmosphere and then faced more demons being exposed to the money and power of Hollywood, Cotinola said.
His message is one that is timely for the city, given the week's killings. But Cotinola said the event was not scheduled in response to them.
"We're not letting the harm that's happening overshadow the good that's happening," he said.
The families of homicide victims will be invited for a meet-and-greet with Gugliemi.


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When I say pubic area, I don't just mean the bikini line. I mean everything, including the butt. Is that possible and safe? Also, could I get laser hair removal down there if I'm only 17? I would like to start treatments soon or relatively soon (when I turn 18), but I don't know where to find a good, safe place.
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Laser Hair Removal for Pubic Region
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great question.
the answer is yes.
laser hair reduction/ removal can safely be used on the majority of our body regions--for women and men.
since hairs, in a given area, grow at different cycles--unfortunately the procedure is not a one time event. usually appointments are scheduled about a month apart.
the procedure is relatively short and not too uncomfortable--even in this delicate area.
you will start seeing results after the first 1-2 treatments.
call your dermatology provider.
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Can I do Pubic Area for Laser Hair Removal?
Hi Dana. Yes, you can do the pubic area for laser hair removal and this is one of the most common treatments we do. We usually perform 6 - 8 treatments to achieve 75% - 95% permanent hair removal. Important questions to ask are what type of laser is being used and how much experience the practice has. Many patients ask only about price instead of asking about the lasers or the experience. Diode and Alexandrite lasers are commonly used for Caucasians, Hispanics and Asians while Nd:Yg (Yag) are used for African Americans. We have three different types so that we can easily treat all skin types AND minimize the number of treatments while maximizing the % of permanent hair loss.
We are located not too far away in Orange, CA and would be happy to offer you a free consultation to start the process.
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Yes, you can have your entire pubic region treated - it's called a full Brazillian, and includes the full bikini, the sides of the labia, and into the buttocks. You can be treated for laser hair removal at technically any age, but if you are younger than 18, you need your parents to consent to it. Find a medical office with a physician who actively participates in your care.
Can I Get Laser Hair Removal on my Pubic Area...
Laser Hair Removal is becoming more and more common for both males and females. Women often like to have the entire bikini area treated to resemble a Brazilian wax treatment. If you are under 18 years of age you must be accompanied by a legal guardian to have the treatment done. You may need anywhere from 4-5 sessions about 6 weeks apart for the treatment to fully work.
Learn more: http://www.AssociatesinPlasticSurgery.com
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Benchmade Mini Griptilian 555 Black Folding Knife - Black Serr
- Overall Length:6.78"
- Blade Length:2.91"
- Blade Thickness:0.10"
- Blade Material:154CM
- Hardness:58-60 RC
- Blade Style:Sheepsfoot
- Blade Grind:Hollow
- Finish:Black
- Edge Type:Serrated
- Handle Length:3.87"
- Handle Thickness:0.51"
- Handle Material:Polymer
- Color:Black
- Frame/Liner:Stainless Steel
- Weight:2.56 oz.
- User:Right Hand, Left Hand
- Pocket Clip:Tip-Up
- Knife Type:Manual
- Opener:Thumb Hole
- Lock Type:AXIS®
- Brand:Benchmade
- Model:Mini Griptilian
- Model Number:555SBKHG
- Designer:Pardue
- Country of Origin:USA
- Best Use:Camp/Hike, Everyday Carry
- Product Type:Knife
This Mini Griptilian has a black Valox® handle (very strong and very lightweight). Double 420J stainless liners add strength to the knife handle. The blade is 154-CM stainless with a partially serrated hollow ground edge. Black finished blade with ambidextrous round thumb-hole opener. The pocket clip can be reversed for right or left handed people. The AXIS lock system makes the knife easy to open and easy to close (it operates identically for right and left handers).
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Our topic: Impeachment! We've bringing it to the table for this month's Meetup. If you missed Bill Moyer's program on the impeachment of Bush and Cheney, watch excerpts at our meetup and join the discussion. Should it happen? If so, how do we make it happen?
In July, we had a great session featuring Steve Young, who talked about the strategy to use for a winning election. We'll have flyers at the August meetup to tell you how you can sign up for his upcoming Victory Institute.
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17th Mar 2009, 20:42
I have a GT 650 Comet, and it runs perfectly as long as you follow the break in and fuel procedures. Nowadays they're beginning to add ethanol to gas, and if the octane rating drops below 90, most Hyosung bikes with a 250 engine or higher are rather intolerant. The problem is that the petcock is not designed for ethanol fuel, and if you go through a tank or two of gas with too low an octane rating, you'll end up having to replace the entire petcock.
In addition, Hyosungs are particularly needy in terms of adherence to the break in procedure. For the first 500 miles (800km) try to stay below 4000rpm and 1/2 the throttle. After that, keep it below 6000rpm and 3/4 of the throttle until 1000 miles (1600km).
Also, keep an eye on the oil. The manual says to replace oil and filter after the first 500 miles, but the 650 models burn oil fast during the break in, so I changed mine out at 300 miles, and sure enough the oil and the filter were black and the magnetic tip, of the oil drain screw, was covered with filings. After I changed it at 700 miles, the oil was noticeably cleaner and the filter was not nearly as dirty, but I still changed it for good measure.
Overall, there is nothing really wrong with the GT 650's other than a less than accurate assumption of break in procedure. If they'd change the manual, most of these problems would probably be avoided. Just take care of your bike and it'll certainly take care of you.
30th Jan 2010, 23:14
I just bought 2007 GT-650R; the one with flames. I love this bike, just one problem with it; the battery it will not stay charged. Yes I bought a new battery, still the same thing. Need help...
17th Feb 2010, 03:29
Owned: Hyosung 650 Comet? 07.
"?" meaning which model when going to buy rear brake pads... minor problem. Much like the brakes shredding within the week... so don't bother :)
General parts... I had my starter button "modified" by a well intentioned gentleman... a new throttle grip assembly is actually cheaper than the air filter? ummm?
Was restricted when purchased, clocked up 5000km... 3000 miles? Then changed slides, sweet...
Redline constantly, barely service, 5000km oil changes, when I have the money, like every other repair.
Repairs... hmmm.
Sidestand switch! Would run happily in neutral at the lights, stop when you pop in gear.
cut the wire, beautiful (make sure you don't cut the neutral wire instead... that one's blue :) )
Battery lasted almost 2 years... just started dying recently, regulator fried. Replacement from who knows what fried as well. So original battery's still fairly good... :)
New regulator time... and all the other junk if needed... fingers crossed.
Recent tendency to wobble some... hard to hold straight lines and loves left handers... is not the wheels out of line. Also intermittent... head bearings. All bearings probably by now...
Total of 56000+ km, still runs hard. 2 chains, 5th set of tyres...
19th Jun 2011, 23:31
This is why I do all the work on my motorcycles myself, and when the dealer offers 500.00 Triumph gear or whatnot, I request the dealer service manual and tools. I bought my Triumph new, and now have 30,000 miles on it. I have done all work myself. My feeling is that if you can't do the maintenance on your vehicles yourself, then you shouldn't own one. Go ride the bus.
25th Sep 2011, 07:47
I love my GT650s, but the big problem I'm running into is finding an oil filter from auto zone etc. Any help would be great! I don't know the size it takes either.
14th Feb 2012, 20:04
I concur. My 07 Hyosung only has 1800 miles on it, and the engine has to be replaced. Oil leaking from the middle of the motor, and the Hyo guy couldn't explain it. I don't stunt or ride hard, so can someone explain that?
14th Feb 2013, 00:58
That's right, they bagged Hyundai, but now look at them. Give it time and they will be as good as any of the other sports bikes on the market... I have a 2008 model, and it goes as good as any v-twin I've ridden after a little tweaking.
30th Aug 2013, 14:39
I also own a Hyosung 650 Comet, which is a 2007 model, and it has 13000 km and has an oil leak on the centre of the bottom of the engine. How can I solve this problem?
14th Sep 2013, 21:42
Hello Hyosung fans. I own a 2008 GT650R and have had no issues. I love this bike, it performs great. I am waiting on the 1000, 1300, or 1400 to come out someday. Japanese bikes stand by, because the race is on! Norfolk Va.
20th Oct 2015, 15:35
Hey guys..
So I just bought a 2008 Hyo Comet 650 with 2600 miles...
The guy didn't take care of it really, bone dry fluids and a missing air cleaner altogether. Secondary air cleaner hoses have been cut. I'm thinking of just putting on cone filters to the carbs instead of buying a factory air cleaner?
The bigger problem is the transmission; there's no second gear. I basically have two neutrals; I can shift into second, but the gears don't catch. I can shift all the way up to fourth, but can't shift into 5th; it's as if I'm topped out at 4th, but I know the bike to have 5 gears.
I plan on doing a full engine rebuild (replacement of seals, o-rings, circlips... hopefully not the bearings) to get down to the trans. I believe the shifter forks are the problem with second gear, however I'm unsure as to why I cannot grab 5th.
After topping off all the fluids, the bike starts up first shot every time and this thing is FAST. Any advice on the transmission/air cleaner would be appreciated.
9th Jul 2017, 17:53
I need help with my 2008 Hyosung GT650R. Where can I order a new petcock and get it reasonably fast, and/or are there parts off another brand bike that may fit?


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Are there any BART discounts available with the Clipper card?
You can get a 6.25% discount on BART rides ($45 for a $48 ticket or $60 for a $64 ticket) when you load BART HVD tickets on your Clipper card.
Clipper also offers discounts for youths, seniors and customers with disabilities. Simply load cash value onto your Youth, Senior or RTC Clipper card at any BART ticket machine, transit agency ticket office, or participating Walgreens, Whole Foods and other retailers (click here for a full list of retail locations). When you exit the BART system, Clipper automatically calculates and deducts the discounted fare from the cash balance on your card.
What's the difference between cash value and BART HVD tickets?
While cash value and BART HVD tickets operate in a similar way (an amount is loaded to your card, and fare is deducted from that balance each time you ride), there are significant differences between them:
|Clipper Cash Value
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|Can be used to pay fare on all transit systems that accept Clipper
|Can only be used to pay fares on BART
|Choose the amount of cash value to add to your card
|Only available in denominations of $48 and $64
|The full cash value amount you purchase will be loaded to your card
|Provides 6.25% discount on BART fare ($48 ticket for $45, $64 ticket for $60)
|Available at ticket machines, Clipper retailers, transit ticket offices, online, by phone and through transit benefit programs
|Only available through Clipper Autoload and participating transit benefit programs
Can I use a BART ticket machine to add value to my Clipper card?
Yes, you can add cash value to Clipper cards at all BART ticket machines. BART ticket machines accept cash, credit cards and debit cards as payment. BART Add Fare machines only accept cash.
Can I use a transit benefit debit card (e.g., WageWorks Commuter card) to add value to my Clipper card?
Yes. Use your transit benefit debit card to load cash value at BART ticket machines (remember to select "credit"), a Clipper Customer Service Center, transit agency ticket offices, online or by phone.
You can use your transit benefit debit card to set up Autoload for automatic reloading of HVD tickets, but Clipper recommends you set up a regular credit card as a backup payment card in your account. If funds are not available on your transit benefit card, Clipper will charge your backup cardyou will get your order, and your HVD ticket will not be blocked due to insufficient funds.
I want to use pre-tax vouchers to pay for my BART High Value Discount (HVD) ticket. Can I use vouchers when I sign up online to add the HVD ticket to my card?
HVD tickets are only available through Autoload and participating transit benefit programs. You can use a transit benefit debit card to set up Autoload (although we recommend a personal credit card as a back-up), but you cannot use pre-tax vouchers. Learn more about using Clipper with your transit benefits.
What will happen if I don't have enough funds on my HVD ticket to pay my fare?
If your HVD balance is too low to pay your fare, Clipper will deduct the entire fare from your card's cash value balance. The two balances are separate and cannot be combined for fare payment (e.g., $2 from BART HVD balance and $1 from cash value to pay a $3 fare). Clipper will continue to deduct fares from your cash value balance unless your HVD balance is sufficient or your card has a valid pass.
What will happen if I don't have enough cash value on my card to pay my fare?
If you entered the BART system, but you do not have enough cash value loaded on your card to pay for your trip, you can add the cash value you need to exit at the BART Add Fare machines located inside the paid area. Add Fare machines accept cash onlyno credit/debit cardsand provide up to $4.95 in change.
I have HVD or a Muni pass on my card. Why isn't my card working on BART?
You must have a cash value balance of $0 or above on your card to enter BART, even if you have a valid HVD ticket. If your card has a negative balance, simply add cash value at a BART ticket machine or Clipper retailer.
Can I use Clipper to pay for parking at BART lots?
Yes, you can link your Clipper card to a BART EZ Rider parking account. Visit the BART Parking page to link your Clipper card to your existing EZ Rider parking account or sign up for a new account. During the signup, you'll be asked for your Clipper card serial number, which is located on the back of your card. Enter the number and complete the form. You'll need to provide your credit card information because the parking charges go through the EZ Rider parking program.
Once you receive your parking hang tag in the mail (in approximately two to three business days), follow the instructions to activate your account. Your parking account should be ready to use the next business day.
Do I actually pay for parking out of the value on my Clipper card?
No. You need to set up an EZ Rider account and link your Clipper card serial number to it. The parking charges are paid with a credit card that you connect to your parking account. BART charges your credit card a set amount for your parking account, and when the balance remaining falls below a certain threshold, the full amount is recharged to your credit card to replenish your parking account. Each time you park, you'll tag your Clipper card at the BART parking validation machine, and BART will deduct the parking payment from your parking account. Visit the BART Parking page for more information.
Can I pay for BART to OAK with Clipper?
Yes, you can use your Clipper card to pay your fare on the BART to OAK service using either cash value or a High Value Discount (HVD) ticket.
How do I use Clipper on BART to OAK?
Take BART to the Coliseum station. Instead of exiting the station at the regular fare gates, take the escalator, stairs or elevator to Platform 3. Tag your card to a fare gate, and proceed to the BART to OAK boarding area. Returning from the airport, simply tag your card to a fare gate to exit Platform 3 at the Coliseum BART station. Catch a train to your final destination.
Clipper will deduct your fare from your cash value balance or High Value Discount ticket (if you have one on your card) whenever you enter or exit the BART to OAK boarding area.
Visit BART for more information.
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At the start of your trip, use a BART ticket machine to add enough value to cover your round-trip fare to the airport. Fares are posted on the ticket machine, or you can figure out your fare using BART's online calculator.
If you get to the Coliseum station and find you do not have enough value on your card, walk to the south end of the station, and take the escalator, stairs or elevator to get to Platform 3 and use the Add Fare machine to add enough to complete your entire trip.
If you are leaving the airport, you can ride BART to OAK to the Coliseum BART station and then add value at a ticket machine on Platform 3. Check the fares posted on the ticket machine and add the fare you need to travel to another station.
Autoload is the best way to ensure you always have enough value on your card. Learn more.
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Ultimate Coder Challenge: Sixense Studios - Week 1
By sixense_danny, Updated
Hey everyone!
We are thrilled to have been invited to participate in Intel's Going Perceptual: Ultimate Coder Challenge! What an amazing opportunity to work and collaborate with such talented groups, and with such cutting-edge technology. We are very eager to see what all of these talented teams can create.
Who Are We?
Sixense Entertainment is the team behind our own Sixense Tracking Technology, a complete hardware/software platform and SDK for six-degree-of-freedom motion tracking. With encouragement from Valve Software, Sixense Studios (our team -- the software dev arm of Sixense Entertainment) developed the Portal 2 MotionPack for PC and the Portal 2 In Motion DLC for the PS3 Move which was awarded the "Best Use of the PlayStation Move". In addition, our MotionCreator software allows for motion controls to be mapped to virtually *any* existing game.
Our Portal 2 DLC can be found in both the Portal 2 MotionPack for the Razer Hydra on PC with, and Portal 2 In Motion for the Move motion controller on PS3.
Four of us from Sixense Studios will be participating in the contest: Danny will be directing the project, chip will be acting as designer, Dan will be providing our art, and Ali is our code wrangler.
Be sure to check us out at http://www.sixense.com!
How Did We Get Here?
After shipping Portal 2 In Motion, we were approached by Intel to provide a demo for CES 2013 using the Creative Labs Gesture Camera and Intel's Perceptual Computing SDK.
You can see our work for the CES demo in the following clip. This was a video we shared for approval with our partners over at Valve. They approved it of course but mentioned that Danny should get some more sleep :)
We tossed around a few demo concepts before deciding to piggy-back on our motion-based mechanics by using a build from our own Portal 2 In Motion. After a successful show and a flawless keynote demo by Intel's Achin Bhowmik, we began talking about how we might bring to life one of those early concepts of a puppeteering platform. With its unique ability to track individual finger movements, we believe that Perceptual Computing will allow us to advance virtual puppeteering in a way that has previously been impossible. The Ultimate Coder Challenge came at a perfect time for us and we are excited to use this as an opportunity to create the experience of which we'd been dreaming. Our internal pitch went over very well and started to generate some excitement of the project and its potential as a platform. Our plan is to use this 7-week challenge to flesh out that potential and create a proof of concept or "vertical slice" of the final product.
Where Are We Headed?
Puppet In Motion is our current internal name for this "puppet platform". We are still brainstorming ideas for a title … suggestions are welcome!
At it's core, Puppet In Motion is a freeform, creative experience enabling users to intuitively interact with virtual puppets. The Ultrabook provides the perfect platform for the experience we are envisioning. You will be able to physically reach out and mimic real puppet gestures to control the virtual puppet on screen. We plan to allow users to create a scene (or multiple scenes) using the touchscreen with a set of "movie-set" components such as "foreground", "backdrop", "props" etc. The microphone will be used to provide voices and sound effects for your puppet show. We may even get crazy and incorporate the motion sensors as a way to affect the scene (earthquake!) and potentially add face/eye tracking as an additional puppet input! Players will be able to interact together in a multiplayer environment allowing a number of possible scenarios, game modes, and of course, sharing!
Where Are We Now?
We began investigating what game engine would be appropriate for the scope we have planned for the project. We are pretty familiar with the SDK already from our work with it in Portal 2 integrated directly into the Source engine. We considered Source (of course, as we are familiar with it), Unreal, and Unity. After experimenting with Unity and the Perceptual Computing SDK plugin integration, Ali was able to prove that we could get the SDK data we needed into our Unity scene to drive a basic skeleton. Having this groundwork established solves one of the big unknowns we had coming into this project. So, we've settled on Unity after some very promising tests with an early puppet rig that Dan built. (You know you are onto something when Danny has the entire office in stitches lip syncing his side of the conversation with a virtual puppet on a skype call using screen sharing!) chip is getting familiar with Unity and is looking forward to diving in!
Dan's test puppet model is based on typical human topology, which will hopefully ensure good deformation. This, however, created an issue with geometry clipping due to the puppet jaw and neck flexing far further than real humans do. He ended up removing the neck and separating the head from the body with "float space" to allow the jaw to travel as far as it needs. Dan hasn't done any rigging in a while though, and he had to relearn basic skeleton creation and skin binding. While getting up to speed, Dan came up with some great ideas. He saw an opportunity to make the puppets more animated than they are in real life. Where puppets' facial features are normally static, we'll be able to move them dynamically! He also realized that an interactive virtual environment lends itself to customizable models, allowing us to merge the puppet space with the coolness of action figures and the customization of dolls. So, he's set up the rigging to allow for the puppets' hands and feet to be removable and interchangeable. This also makes for a very flexible base model.
What's Next?
The biggest challenge we now anticipate (as far as the Perceptual Computing SDK is concerned) is that we will have to deal with finger bone inaccuracies as you move, extend, and clench your fingers. There are a number of directions for Puppet In Motion that we can dream up in a blue-sky environment, but how we can handle these inaccuracies will ultimately determine what we can do in 7 weeks, and what we therefore will focus on. Next week we should have a much clearer sense of where we are heading after exploring this issue. We'll be sure to keep you up to speed on how we're progressing. Thanks for reading!
Sixense Studios


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Community Service Day 2014
Kscope14 Gives Back to the Environment in Green Seattle!
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|Kscope is a singularly unique event in Oracle user group conferences. One reason is our signature Community Service Day project, where we as volunteers give back to the city that is hosting our great event. This year, we honor the nature and culture of Seattle by working to protect and restore one of its great green spaces.
|Nature Consortium in Seattle, Washington, strives to combine community, art, and nature. Be a part of this quest by joining ODTUG on Saturday, June 21. ODTUGgers will be working to restore the forest in the West Duwamish Greenbelt, one of the crucial wild spaces in Seattle providing a home to much of the wildlife thriving in this tech-savvy city. In keeping with the values of Nature Consortium, Seattle itself, and Kscope14, you will realize the culmination of community, art, and nature as musicians play in the forest while you work to better the environment.
Nature Consortium depends on generous individuals and community-minded companies to fund its events and programs. The ODTUG Kscope14 Community Service Day is no exception. Nature Consortium staff members are needed to assist in the on-site organization of the project; food is needed to keep our volunteers energized; transportation costs need to be covered.
No donation is too small!
Companies or individuals donating more than $300 by May 15 will have their names or logos placed on the back of the official ODTUG Community Service Day T-shirt.
How do I donate?
To become an ODTUG Community Service Day sponsor, please click here to donate today.
Thank you! Please know Nature Consortium values your financial support, as well as the donation of your time, energy, skills, and enthusiasm. You are truly helping to impact our hosting community—Seattle, Washington!
Nature Consortium
Nature Consortium is a grassroots, community-based organization whose mission is to connect people, arts, and nature. They produce a Youth Art Program, an Urban Forest Restoration Program, and the Arts in Nature Festival.
Nature Consortium's long-term vision is to create opportunities for people to connect to themselves, each other, their community, and the natural world. It fosters a journey of discovery for people to find their individual passion, empowerment, and action. They believe that by creating awareness, individuals will change their behavior in interacting with the world.
Nature Consortium's Core Values:
Connecting art and nature: We continually raise awareness of and explore the relationship between art and nature.
Taking care of our people: We fairly compensate our staff, always pay artists, and appreciate and nourish all those involved with the organization.
Building community: We build community by engaging people through our activities and programs.
Modeling sustainable behavior: We strive to practice environmentally responsible behavior in all that we do.
Increasing accessibility: We create new ways to experience art and the environment together.
Continued learning: We will continue learning and provide opportunities for others to learn.
Having fun!: We aim to accomplish our mission through fun and enjoyable activities.
How can I sign up?
Sign up when you register for Kscope14, or if you are already registered, log back into your registration and select the Community Service Day option. You can also make a donation in support of Nature Consortium.
Is this an all-day event?
No. Plan on 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch will be served.
Will the work be very physical, or will there be levels of physical activity?
We will have work at many physical levels. Volunteers are needed to remove invasive plant species, mulch, clean up litter, install native plants, hold bags, carry tools and water, etc. You are free to rest whenever you want. We will be outside for the most part. We will have plenty of water available.
Do I need to bring my own food and drink?
There will be a light breakfast provided at the hotel before leaving on the buses. Lunch, snacks, and water will also be provided for all volunteers.
What should I wear?
Working outside in the elements requires the right apparel. Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required, even in the summer. Pants and shirts may get torn or muddy, so dress accordingly. Gloves and all the tools will be provided.
Where will I be?
Located in West Seattle near the Duwamish River, the West Duwamish Greenbelt is the largest contiguous forest in Seattle, stretching from West Seattle to Burien. It includes 182 acres of park land and another 300 acres in privately owned land. Foxes, red-legged frogs, hawks, and bald eagles are found within the area, which encompasses the extended forest along the eastern slopes of West Seattle.
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Growers now have a powerful insecticide with three-way protection against aphids, stinkbugs and other key pests. FMC Corporation announces Triple Crown insecticide - a unique insecticide providing soybean, corn and cotton growers quick knockdown with residual and translaminar activity.
"Triple Crown complements other FMC insecticides, including Hero and Stallion, which can be used in soybeans, cotton and other crops," said Joe Reed, technical services representative of FMC Agricultural Products. "We are excited about the addition of Triple Crown to the overall FMC insecticide portfolio."
As a combination pyrethroid and neo-nicotinoid insecticide, Triple Crown offers post-systemic and contact activity in the plant. Its translaminar activity penetrates through the leaf to control pests with piercing or suckling mouth parts, including aphids. Triple Crown provides excellent control of other key foliar pests.
"Triple Crown is an optimized premix formulation, mixing well with herbicides, fungicides and foliar feeds and allowing for applicator convenience," said Reed. "The insecticide is ideal for quick knockdown and residual control of foliar insects in soybeans and other crops."


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Smaller than the smallest atom,
All embracing as the heavens,
Tuka views the world objective -
Name and form as all delusion -
Realising its true nature
Serpent like, he drops his cover,
Far is left the triple range,
Which the soul has just passed o'er
Light the jar of dull clay brightens!
Shining in that light doth Tuka
Live on earth to serve the mankind.
Words are the only Jewels I possess
Words are the only Clothes that I wear
Words are the only food That sustains my life
Words are the only wealth I distribute among people
Says Tuka Witness the Word He is God
I worship Him With my words
Sant Tukaram


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Each room has a modern, tiled bathroom with a rain shower, bathrobe and slippers. Free bottled water and snacks are provided at check-in. Apart from a rich breakfast buffet, Midtown's restaurant serves modern Turkish dishes and international gourmet cuisine. Guests can also relax on the terrace or in the café and try fresh pastries, dried figs and Turkish bagels. The Midtown Hotel is situated a 15-minute walk from Dolmabahçe Palace and a 5-minute walk from the Galata Tower and Bridge. Guests can reach Ataturk Airport within a 30-minute drive.
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Set Dancing 12 Week Beginners Course
Date: July 11, 2017
Doors: 20:00
Venue: London Irish Centre
Price: £5
Set Dancing Class for Beginners.
Twelve Week Course.
Tuesday 25th April to 11th July 2017. 8pm-10pm.
Come on your own, come with a friend, come with a group, everyone welcome. No previous experience necessary.
Steps and Sets taught by Geoff Holland, one of London's top Set Dancing tutors. £45 in advance (25% discount) or pay as you go £5 a session. For more details email firstname.lastname@example.com
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Sen. Ronda Storms told Gov. Rick Scott's social services secretary Wednesday to "dispense with the niceties" and demanded he provide some answers to recent child abuse deaths that have exposed cracks in his agency.
"Welcome to your baptism by fire,'' said Storms, the chairwoman of the Children, Families and Elder Affairs Committee as David Wilkins stood before her committee for the first time. "You've had very difficult days and weeks and I respect that."
Then she barreled ahead, asking him to explain what the state Department of Children and Families is doing to address the "horrible atrocities'' surrounding the 10-year-old Miami twins tortured by their adoptive parents after being in state protective custody.
Wilkins, 50, a former global managing director for Accenture Health and Public Service, has been on the job only a month, yet he has had to confront the death 10-year-old Nubia Barahona, of Miami, and the discovery of two Delray Beach siblings, 10-year-old Jermaine McNeil and 6-year-old Ju'Tyra Allen, whose bodies were found last week stuffed in suitcases and dumped in a canal.
Nubia's body was found on Valentine's Day in the flatbed of her adoptive father's pest control truck, drenched in toxic chemicals. Her twin, Victor, was found hours earlier in the pickup's cab, burned by caustic chemicals and convulsing but still alive. He is recovering at a therapeutic foster home after being released from the Jackson Memorial Hospital's burn unit. The adoptive parents, Jorge and Carmen Barahona, face charges of first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse and child neglect. In the case of the Delray Beach siblings, police have a suspect in custody, but he has not been charged.
Wilkins said he traveled to Miami the day after Nubia Barahona's body was found and said he encountered "finger pointing of all the different parties."
"I realized the situation was much more complicated than I understood," he said. "I believe an overall systematic failure contributed to this process due to outdated business processes, conflicting rules and responsibilities that exist in this agency, institutional lapses in quality, governance and accountability."
But Storms interrupted Wilkins as he tried to describe the panel of social service experts he appointed to conduct an independent review.
"I appreciate what you're saying, but what I want to know is how will this be different?'' said Storms, a Republican from Valrico. "How many more investigations, how many more death reviews will we have?"
Wilkins promised to work "very aggressively" to reform DCF, and he called the case "the defining moment of my early tenure."
He said he wants to restructure the jobs of child protection investigators — the agency's "first line of defense" — and enhance their tools and technology. He said he has worked side by side with them, but is concerned about their lack of experience. More than 56 percent of DCF investigators have less than two years' experience and turnover is high — 64 percent — in three regions of the state.
Wilkins acknowledged that DCF's problems are deep. He said the limited training requirements "are misdirected" because they focus on case management and social work instead of "how to assess a situation." He offered no immediate remedy for the current situation.
The review panel's report on the Barahona case is due out Monday and Wilkins said he promises to adopt the recommendations.
Storms, however, said the agency failure goes beyond DCF. She blamed Community Based Care, a local organization contracted to handle the agency's work.
"I'm tired of just throwing caseworkers under the bus,'' Storms said. She said she agreed to give local groups more flexibility, but they "are not doing their job."
She lambasted the groups for "having some gall" to ask the Legislature for exemptions from liability for negligence and chastised their executives. She then urged Wilkins not to defend them: "You should just duck and stay out of the way."
Wilkins said he will use his business experience to improve the agency's hotline and call centers, increase "community engagement" and keep the focus on accountability.
Storms then finished with a commendation and a plea. She thanked Wilkins for leaving a comfortable retirement from the private sector to work for the state.
"Please do not disappoint us," she said. "Do not shrink away from the job. You have a short window of opportunity for goodwill … take that goodwill and exploit it."
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Middle Class Problems
We all have problems, but some of them are SO much worse than others. Like when you miss your plane because you're spending too much time buying 5 perfumes and 300 cigarettes in duty free. Or when you're having a coffee for breakfast and you put brown sugar in it instead of white. Or when your other half leaves the toilet seat up.
This hilarious book of tweets is composed of truly middle class problems from real, live people.
You'll be rolling around on the floor when you read some of the truly tragic problems that people face on a daily basis especially when you recognise some of them in your own life!
- Problems but not real actual problems, just middle class ones
- Collection of real-life inconveniences faced by the iPhone-losing, polenta-burning, Eurostar-missing middle classes
- While 870 million people in the world suffer from starvation, it's worth sparing a thought for the beleaguered and misunderstood middle classes who face similarly harrowing issues every day...
'My horse just ate my favourite boots' 'Feel like I've forgotten how to ski' 'Put too much balsamic vinegar on my salad and now I'm dying'Dimensions
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Myers trial postponedFriday, January 7, 2011
The trial for Timothy Myers that was set to begin on January 6 has been postponed to a later date. (more…)
The trial for Timothy Myers that was set to begin on January 6 has been postponed to a later date. (more…)
Forty-four year old Mat-Su Pretrial facility inmate Kent Matte was arrested six hours after he escaped prison in Palmer. Matte is back behind bars and so is an accomplice who is charged with hindering prosecution.[audio:http://ktna.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/20110106-escapefinal..mp3|titles=Prisoner apprehended after breaking out]
Troopers say the name of the escaped prisoner they are looking for is 44 year old Kent Charles Matte.
Update: Troopers found Matte this afternoon in Wasilla. He is back in custody.
Troopers are searching for a prisoner who escaped Mat Su Pretrial this morning shortly after 8 a.m. Troopers are not releasing the name or a photograph, instead are going with a description of the man. Department of Corrections says its the first time anyone has escaped the Palmer facility.[audio:http://ktna.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/20110105-escape.mp3|titles=20110105-escape]
Parents of children in the Mat Su School District all received an automated call this morning that schools are in "stay put" mode. Troopers are looking for a prisoner that escaped from Mat Su Pre trial early this morning. He is a Caucasian male, 44 years old, balding with red hair, 6'1″ tall and about 220 pounds. They have not released his name or what he is accused of, but Troopers consider him dangerous. Schools have locked their doors, but parents can still come in the school, it just means staff is being extra cautious in order to keep children safe.
The man was last seen wearing his yellow jumpsuit, pink undershirt and gray pants. He has noticeable tattoos on both his arms. If anyone has any information or sees this man, they can call 911.
KTNA's morning news, weather forecast, Denali echos and announcements for Soltice, December 21st. Host is Sue Deyoe. Headlines – Clark trial delayed; Lepping found guilty on 23 counts; Denali Drama's play runs through the weekend. 16 min.[audio:http://ktna.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/AMNews-20121221.mp3|titles=AMNews-20121221]
A Wasilla man has been found guilty of 23 misdemeanor fish and wildlife violations in Anchorage District Count.
Kurt Lepping, 55, was convicted of same day airborne hunting, guiding without a big game license, having an unpermitted black bear bait station, guiding a sport fish without a license and several other violations. (more…)
In July, Governor Sean Parnell hired a specialist to deal with the rampant domestic violence and sexual abuse occurrences in Alaska. Katie Tepas is the person and she says that nothing less than a change in society is needed to end domestic violence. KTNA continues coverage of domestic violence issues with an overview of what Tepas' office tries to accomplish.[audio:http://ktna.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/20101129-dvTepas.mp3|titles=State Domestic Violence coordinator]
Following a string of domestic violence crimes recently in the area, we checked what services are available to people who find themselves in domestic violent situations. KTNA reporter Diana Haecker has more.[audio:http://ktna.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/20101119-dv.mp3|titles=Domestic violence resources]
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Alaska Family Services Center, Palmer: 24-hour Crisis Line: 907-746-4080 or 1-866-746-4080
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China is on High Vigilance against A Swine Flu (H1N1 Influenza) Epidemic
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In order to prevent the world spread of the current H1N1 influenza virus, China has activated an emergency mechanism and established a multi-level body to enhance monitoring, prevention, inspection and quarantine. Moreover, China has been in frequent communication with the World Health Organization and some of the countries involved to trace the outbreaks and enhance prevention of the H1N1 influenza A virus. At present, there has been no confirmed case of swine flu in mainland China.
On the night of May 1st, the first H1N1 flu case in Hong Kong was confirmed, after which China went on high vigilance against the possible spread of the virus. To ward off the threat of an epidemic, the Chinese government issued an urgent message that all disease inspection organizations at international airports should enhance their prevention and control against H1N1 flu to cut its access into China. All international airports must prepare well for emergencies and report regularly to the government about their status. The Chinese government has suspended flights from Mexico to Shanghai since May 2nd and the government of Mexico and relevant airline companies were notified. When the flights will be resumed depends on the status of the pandemic.
The international airports of Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong have started to take urgent prevention measures already. All tourists must fill in a Health Declaration Form and tourists from Mexico will be quarantined for 7 days. "The measures are not targeted at Mexican citizens, and are not discriminatory. This is purely a question of health inspection and quarantine," Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Ma Zhaoxu said. All packages from infected areas must be inspected and quarantined, and any pork in imports will be examined strictly.
Because of the tightened quarantine procedures against H1N1 influenza at international airports, entering or leaving China may take much more time. Therefore, more airport staff have been called in to help passengers to be processed quicker.
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Which Fantastic Beasts Will Return to the Big Screen?
Potterheads rejoice! J.K. Rowling is set to write the script for a new film series based on the fictional Hogwart's textbook "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them." We've already seen many of the textbook's scary beasts in previous Potter movies. Which creatures do you hope will be back? Here are some top contenders. By Giana Mucci
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The Mattahunt Community Engagement Process
Mattahunt Leadership Team
The Mattahunt community engagement project was guided by a variety of Mattapan community members, city officials, and Wheelock administrators, faculty members, and graduate students.
See the list of members
Community Engagement Updates
Follow the progress of the Mattahunt community engagement and planning process:
Read the Mattahunt Wheelock Partnership Final Report (pdf)
Wheelock College oversaw an extensive community engagement process to ensure that programming at the new Mattahunt Center would reflect the needs of the surrounding community. The Mattahunt Wheelock College Partnership was designed to build upon Mattapan's strengths, supplement gaps in services, and build the capacity and sustainability of and technical support for the Mattahunt Community Center.
In October 2010, to launch this partnership, Wheelock began working in collaboration with Mattapan residents and organizational leaders, Boston Centers for Youth & Families, the Mattahunt Boys and Girls Clubs, Wheelock faculty, staff and students, elected and appointed officials, and the Mattahunt Elementary School to conduct a comprehensive community engagement and planning project.
Funded in part by the United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley, the work culminated in Summer 2011 with the release of the Final Report: A Joint Path to Tomorrow. (Download the Executive Summary or the full Final Report.)
The Partnership Model
Working in collaboration with the City and the community, Wheelock is enhancing and expanding opportunities targeting children and youth up to 16 years of age and those who support them. Wheelock will assume several roles in this community-based, integrated program model, including:
- Leader - utilize our assets and expertise when and where appropriate to achieve the agreed upon goals and outcomes
- Convener - cultivate and support engagement and partnerships that share like vision, goals, and interests
- Facilitator - ensure community interests are assessed, understood, and considered
- Provider - provide direct services and support other organizations and activities within the center and community
- Learner - be a student of the community
- Capacity-builder - ensure that programs, practices, and services are designed to improve overall effectiveness
- Technical support provider - lend expertise and support to others throughout the Mattapan community
Core Components
The Mattahunt Center project includes three essential programming elements: academic achievement; youth leadership and development; and caring adult and family programs and supports.
Academic Achievement: Mattapan community and Mattahunt Elementary School will benefit from this partnership with Wheelock in the following ways:
- Development and implementation of a recess and physical education model
- Support and professional development from Wheelock faculty and staff on topics such as math and science education, special needs, language and literacy, and building and supporting college aspirations and expectations
- College access and success programming for students both during school and afterschool times
- Additional technology support to enhance instruction and learning both during school hours and afterschool
Youth Leadership and Development: Children and youth in the Mattapan community may receive support and encouragement in the following areas:
- Character Development
- Sports-Based Youth Development
- Life Skills and Competencies
- College Planning
- Technology and Media Literacy
Caring Adult and Family Programs and Supports: Parents, families and other adults in the Mattapan community who support children and youth in the community may receive:
- Intergenerational and Cultural Programming
- Academic Achievement Support
- College and Career Planning
- Youth Sports and Coaches Training


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Apparently intent on improving the NFL's worst punting game of a year ago, the Washington Redskins have signed unrestricted free agent Hunter Smith, who had spent his entire career with the Indianapolis Colts.
Smith, 31, a 10-year veteran, signed a one-year contract, the financial details of which were not yet available. Despite his long tenure with the team, Indianapolis did not seek to re-sign Smith when he became a free agent.
The former Notre Dame standout is the third punter, and the second veteran at the position, signed by the Redskins this offseason.
Washington ranked dead last in the league in 2008 in net punting average (33.4 yards) and had one punt blocked. The Redskins allowed two punt returns for touchdowns, the second-most in the league.
The Redskins began the 2008 season with rookie Durant Brooks as the punter. He was replaced late in the season by two-year veteran Ryan Plackemeier, who was released earlier this spring.
The Redskins signed free agent Dirk Johnson, who most recently punted four years for the Philadelphia Eagles, this spring. The team also added Zac Atterberry, a one-year veteran with no regular-season experience.
In his 10 seasons in Indianapolis, Smith averaged 43.4 yards gross and 35.5 yards net. Never noted as a directional punter and a player who often outkicked his coverage, Smith nonetheless had 193 punts inside the 20-yard line and just 61 touchbacks.
Last season, he averaged 44.2 yards gross and had a net average of 38.8 yards.
Smith was originally chosen by the Colts as seventh-round pick in the 1998 draft.
Len Pasquarelli is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com.


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A delegation from the Egyptian Tourist Authority recently visited Jeddah to promote the campaign, "Egypt where all it begins", targeted at Arab markets.
The campaign's aim is to increase Arab tourist numbers to Egypt.
The delegation met travel and tour agency representatives as well as media personnel. They highlighted the unique image of Egypt and its position as the top tourism destinations for Arab tourists.
The second session of the "Egypt where all it begins" campaign was launched this month by Egyptian Tourist Authority in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar.
As part of the campaign the authority is hosting artistic and cultural festivals in mid-June, starred by Arab and Egyptian superstars in the cities of Sharm Al Sheikh, Cairo, Alexandria, Marsa Alam and Porto Ghaleb.
"The campaign is an express invitation to explore the true spirit of Egypt," a statement said.
The campaign also aims to portray the fact that Egypt is secure and safe destination.
Samy Mahmoud, Egyptian Tourist Authority vice president, said that Egypt's tourism is already on the recovery path and it is expected to reach 80 per cent of the previous figures by October.


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Thursday, August 26, 1999 Published at 11:52 GMT 12:52 UK
World: Middle East
Saddam hits out at neighbours
The Iraqi President, Saddam Hussein, has condemned the governments of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Turkey for allowing their bases to be used by Western aircraft carrying out attacks against Iraq.
Iraqi newspapers quoted Saddam Hussein as telling army commanders that the people of these countries did not want an American presence on their territory.
In the last few weeks, American and British aircraft have been carrying out almost daily attacks against Iraq and are frequently challenged by Iraqi air defences.
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Herman Cain is getting pretty close to being something more than the flavor of the month. PPP's newest polls find him with a double digit lead in Wisconsin, and running only a point behind Mitt Romney in Nevada. This now makes 4 weeks in a row where Cain's been on the top of our polls- in 9 surveys we've conducted over that period of time he's held the lead in 8 with this Nevada poll serving as the only exception.
In Wisconsin Cain's at 30% to 18% for Romney, 12% each for Newt Gingrich and Rick Perry, 8% for Ron Paul, 5% for Michele Bachmann, 2% for Rick Santorum, and 1% each for Jon Huntsman and Gary Johnson.
In Nevada Romney's at 29% to 28% for Cain, 15% for Gingrich, 7% for Paul, 6% for Perry, 3% for Bachmann, 2% for Santorum and Huntsman, and 0% for Johnson.
Cain's numbers continue to represent a huge amount of momentum. He's gained 21 points from late July in Nevada, when he was at 7%. And he's gained 23 points from mid-August in Wisconsin where he was also at 7%. It's the Tea Party that continues to drive Cain's support. He's up 37-19 on Romney with those voters in Nevada with Gingrich in second at 20%. And in Wisconsin he gets 37% with them as well with Gingrich at 17%, Perry at 12%, and Romney all the way back in a tie for 4th with Ron Paul at 8%.
One thing that does remain a problem for Cain is that his voters are not strongly committed- only 41% in Nevada say that they'll definitely vote for him, compared to 59% of Romney's supporters who say they're all in. And in Wisconsin just 29% of his voters say they're firmly in his camp compared to 34% for Romney. Cain's support is broad at this point- but it's not deep.
One other note on Cain- he may be within a point of Romney in Nevada on a poll but since his campaign doesn't really appear to have any organization it's unlikely he would come that close to Romney in the caucus- Romney will have an actual organization making sure his people get out to the polls, while it looks like Cain probably won't.
Besides Cain the other candidate in the race who continues to quietly have some momentum is Newt Gingrich. He finishes a solo third in Nevada and ties for third in Wisconsin but beyond that the shift in his favorability numbers over the last 5 months tells quite a story. In May Gingrich was at a -21 spread (28/49) with Wisconsin Republicans. Now he's at +12 (50/38) representing a 33 point improvement over that period of time. His 12% support in Wisconsin is up from 6% in August and his 15% in Nevada is up from 6% in July.
Just as Cain and Gingrich continue to rise, Rick Perry continues to fall. He's dropped 8 points from 20% to 12% in Wisconsin and he's gone down 12 points from 18% to 6% in Nevada. More striking than his decline in horse race support is his favorability numbers- in Wisconsin he's at a bad 36/40 but in Nevada he's at an even worse 25/59. We're getting to a point where it's not just that Republicans aren't planning to vote for Perry- they just flat out don't like him. His numbers are strongly reminiscent of where Gingrich's were in May and June. It took Newt 4 or 5 months to recover from that and if it takes Perry 4 or 5 months to recover he'll already be done.
Romney's story continues to be stability. In Nevada he was at 31% in January, 24% in April, back to 31% in July, and now at 29%. In Wisconsin he was at 12% in March, 17% in May, 13% in August, and now 18% in October. The cast of characters around him has risen and fallen dramatically over the course of the year but he's stayed basically in the same range the whole time. The question for him becomes when- if ever- he's going to be able to build on this solid but not significant amount of support he has.
Michele Bachmann's well on her way to being as irrelevant as Rick Santorum, Gary Johnson, and Jon Huntsman. In Nevada she gets only 3%...and in Wisconsin, where she was tied for the lead at 20% the last time we polled, she's all the way down to 5%.
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Mike Mayock: Tyler Eifert is 2013 NFL Draft's top tight end
Published: March 26th, 2013 | Tags: 2013 pro days, Mike Mayock, Notre Dame, Tyler Eifert
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Universidad go top with Newell's scalp
Universidad de Chile went top of Group 7 in the Copa Libertadores with a 2-1 win against Argentinian outfit Newell's Old Boys.
Guillermo Marino broke the deadlock and Charles Aranguiz extended the advantage from the spot before Ignacio Scocco pulled a goal back for Gerardo Martino's side.
"This defeat does not change anything as to progress we have to win the next game. Our chances to advance are few, but they still exist. It depends on us," Martino said.
Universidad de Chile lie two points above Paraguayans Olimpia and Venezuelan side Deportivo Lara and three above Newell's.
In the other group game, Lara recovered from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw away to Olimpia.
Freddy Bareiro's brace in the first half gave the home fans in the Defensores del Chaco stadium something to cheer about, but Marlon Fernandez's goal gave the visitors some hope. With four minutes to go Lara equalised through a superb Jose Torrealba volley.
In Porto Alegre, Brazilian side Gremio beat Venezuelan outfit Caracas 4-1 in their Group 8 match.
Forward Hernan Barcos broke the deadlock and Werley's header doubled the advantage before half-time.
Ze Roberto beat goalkeeper Alain Baroja for his side's third goal but Elionai Sanchez pulled one back for the visitors with a header. Ze Roberto then netted his second to complete the rout.
"I am more than happy. We needed to win and did it very well to make our fans happy too. I believe that we played a great match and we are in a great shape," defender Werley said.
Vanderley Luxemburgo's side share top spot with fellow Brazilian side Fluminense, with Caracas and Chilean outfit Huachipato occupying the bottom positions in the group.
In Bogota, Colombian side Millonarios beat Bolivian side San Jose 2-1 to move into third place in Group 5.
Pedro Franco fired the hosts ahead but Carlos Saucedo equalised following a swift counter-attack. San Jose looked to hold on for a valuable point before Wason Renteria netted the winner with 10 minutes to go.
Mexican side Tijuana and reining champions Corinthians still lead the way in the group, with San Jose firmly rooted to the bottom of the standings.
In Group 4, Ecuadorian giants Emelec defeated 10-man Chilean outfit Iquique 2-1.
Marlon De Jesus connected with a Pedro Quinonez corner to open the scoring before visiting defender Cristian Grabinski was then sent off for fouling De Jesus.
Emelec striker Vinicio Angulo extended the advantage when he beat keeper Rodrigo Naranjo, meaning Manuel Villalobos's goal was a mere consolation.
Emelec joined Argentinians Velez and Uruguay's Penarol at the top of the group following the win.
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LAHORE: Petroleum Minister Dr Asim Hussain has announced to increase the supply of gas to the industry from three days to five days a week from Monday.
Speaking by telephone from Islamabad to the management committee of the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma-Punjab) and media on Thursday, he said the rising temperature and addition of about 225mmcfd to the system had allowed him to increase the gas supply to the entire industry in Punjab.
He admitted that the industry in Punjab had suffered colossal production, export and job losses due to gas shortages since the onset of winter and was hopeful that the increased supply of gas from the next week would help it raise its exports and create new jobs.
Chairman of Prime Minister's Task Force on Energy Gohar Ejaz appreciated the minister's decision and termed it a Pakistan Day gift for the industry in Punjab.
He said the energy shortages in Punjab had resulted in 40 per cent reduction in exports in terms of quantity during the last nine months. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of jobs were lost and the industry's non-performing loan portfolio increased to 31 per cent of its total outstanding debt.
He said the industry would try its best to increase exports and create jobs if seven days a week gas supply was ensured.
The minister also spoke in detail on the efforts being made by the government to eliminate energy shortages by increasing domestic supplies and importing LNG. In answer to a question, he said the government was considering an offer by India to provide LNG from its terminals by laying a 25-30km pipeline.
"We will take a decision on it shortly after the publication of the negative list (of items that cannot be traded) for India," he said.
The minister also reiterated the government's determination to implement the Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline project in spite of pressure from the United States.
"We believe that the project is not covered by the sanctions imposed on Iran (to force it to roll back its nuclear programme) because it was an old project," he argued.
He said the current year would be tough insofar as gas shortages were concerned.
"But we will add 1000mmcfd to the system by next year." He said the gas supply to Punjab's industry was being increased it had suffered the most because of the shortages.
He urged the textile industry to take advantage of the increase in the gas supply and create more jobs and increase exports.
He said the gas supply would be better than last year and going forward he would try to provide gas to the industry throughout the entire week.