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But during his playing career, split between the Vancouver Canucks and the Bruins, Cam was never fortunate enough to be on a Stanley Cup winner. That changed, of course, in June 2011 when the Bruins defeated those Canucks to earn hockey's greatest prize.
Cam Neely's celebration with the Stanley Cup began on Martha's Vineyard Wednesday, August 10. Landing at the airport, which is located smack dab in the middle of the island, the Stanley Cup was carefully carried from the plane by Neely, who cradled it in his arms, smiling like the butcher's dog. They drove to the Martha's Vineyard Ice Arena, placing the historic chalice on display for some 800 people who met Cam and took photos with the Cup.
The Cup then made brief visits to the Chilmark and Aquinnah Police Departments, where the officers loved getting the opportunity to meet one of Boston's all-time greats and the iconic trophy.
A quick stop at his home preceded a cocktail reception at the home of a friend. The celebration was doubly enjoyable for Cam as not only was he savouring the Stanley Cup victory, but it happened to coincide with the fifteenth wedding anniversary for Cam and Paulina. There to celebrate both events were over 100 guests. The Farrelly Brothers (Peter and Bobby), screenwriters and directors of 'Dumb & Dumber' and 'Me, Myself and Irene' were there. Neely had cameos in both films as a character known as 'Sea Bass.' Actor Woody Harrelson, who starred in the long-running TV series, 'Cheers,' arrived to party with Cam and Paulina. Cam had a cameo in an episode of the popular series called 'The Improbable Dream.' Another arrival was Massachusetts Senator John Kerry, who was a fine hockey player at St. Paul's School in Concord, New Hamphire. Also noticed was Larry David, the co-creator of 'Seinfeld' and the creator and star of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm.'
Fifteen or so people then joined the Neelys for a fine dinner at The State House.
August 11 was a travel day. Cam and the Cup flew from Martha's Vineyard to Boston, on to Montreal and then cross-country to Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Neely's hometown. His brother-in-law picked him up at the airport and they settled in for a halibut dinner at their home.
An item of great interest at the event was an image of Neely carved from a log. Unique and very, very well done.
The family took time for a solemn tribute to Michael and Marlene Neely, both of whom passed away from cancer. Cam took the Stanley Cup to a park where several years ago, his parents' ashes were spread, and spent some quiet time reflecting on how proud they would be. Back in Boston, Cam has honoured the memory of his parents through his own Foundation, which raises money to support the New England Medical Centre, including Neely House, a home away from home for out of town patients undergoing cancer treatments.
Cam thought it would be fun to stop by his childhood home - 2018 Meadow Place. "I gotta get a picture with the Stanley Cup standing in front of the home I grew up in," he smiled. The current residents weren't home, but Cam quickly stepped out of the vehicle and hoisted the Stanley Cup in front of the house where he spent so many years playing road hockey.
The Neely siblings, Cam and sisters Chris and Shaun, hung out at Chris's home, relaxing with the Stanley Cup at the close of the day. Former Vancouver teammate Garth Butcher and his family joined the Neelys to conclude a wonderful celebration.
Up next, it's Mark Recchi's turn with the Cup, and you'll find out how he celebrated the epitome of a brilliant career when we meet here on Tuesday. Join the Stanley Cup Journal then!
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Companies come and go, but it's always a bit of a shock to see an iconic business go bankrupt. Despite the shock, it's not as uncommon as one might think.
An IBM ad in 2011 noted that of the top 25 industrial corporations in the America of 1900, only two survived to the 1960s. Of the top 25 on the Fortune 500 list in 1961, just six remain.
Those statistics show just how tough it is to keep a businesses going through lean times and changes in the way we live. Even more remarkable might be taking a business that is looking at the abyss of bankruptcy and bringing it back to profitability.
Most that are saved seem to owe their rescue to a combination of stern measures and strategic vision. Some, like the Detroit automakers and the insurance giant AIG, probably wouldn't have survived without government help.
In any case, the tales are interesting, and after the big turnaround investors are left to ponder if the remade companies are worth investing in. Here's our look at 7 Businesses Saved From the Brink of Bankruptcy.
The Tale: This is the bailout that made everyone but a bank hold their nose. As The New York Times reported this month, not long ago the idea that taxpayers would turn a profit from the rescue of the insurance giant seemed impossible to contemplate. But including the $20.7 billion in proceeds from the Tresury's recent share sale, the Treasury and Federal Reserve have made $197.4 billion from the taxpayers' $182.3 billion investment. One inspector general quibbles with the accounting, but there seems no doubt saving a "too big to fail" financial giant worked out in strict financial terms.
To Buy or Not to Buy: AIG is trading at about $35 a share, within pennies of its 52-week high and well above its low over that period. Investor Place looked at the pros and cons of AIG's fundamentals. The company has shown a profit the last three quarters, but the jury is still out on how successful its restructuring will be.
The Tale: The rise, precipitous fall and ongoing rise again of the U.S. auto industry is a well-told story, but gets no less amazing in being repeated. GM and Chrysler, of course, were forced into bankruptcy, while Ford managed to restructure without filing for Chapter 11.
Three years after the government bailed out the industry, the wisdom behind the move seems obvious. Still, as sales figures have risen for the Big Three (and their competitors), the stock prices of two of them have fallen, a situation mainly ascribed to the troubles besetting the European economy. Ford ($10 per share, about $3 off its 52-week high) and GM ($23.25, about $4 off its 52-week high), might be considered a bargain. Chrysler, owned by Fiat, is cheap at about 4.54 euros ($5.83), although close to its 52-week high.
To Buy or Not to Buy: The experts are split. Some analysts see a good opportunity to buy stocks with a low price and a high P/E ratio. Others, despite the increase in sales, say investors should wait before betting on auto stocks.
The Tale: Apple, of course, is the most valuable company in history, with a market capitalization of more than $630 billion. The company famous for its cool, easy-to-use computers fell on hard times. In 1997, Steve Jobs came back to the company he had co-founded to try to save it. Apple had been suffering, posting a dozen years of losses. Jobs, of course, turned the company around with a string of iconic products from the iPod to the iPhone and the iPad. Jobs died last October but the company hasn't missed a beat, releasing the iPhone 5 this month. It's up to new management to try to keep Jobs' juggernaut going.
To Buy or Not to Buy: Since Jobs retired in the summer of 2011, Apple's stock price has jumped from $397 a share to about $670. According to Michael Arold, writing on nasdaq.com, Apple's stock rises and falls in a discernible pattern. His advice is to buy when rumors about a new device or upgrade start and sell when the news becomes official.
The Tale: The Interpublic Group, which traces its lineage in advertising to the 19th century, fell on hard times starting in 2002. As The New York Times recounted, problems included "accounting irregularities, restatements of financial results and an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission that ended with the payment of a civil penalty of $12 million." The Times noted that the problems had a silver lining of sorts. Interpublic became more conservative in its operations and was able to weather the economic meltdown of 2008 better than many other companies.
To Buy or Not to Buy: After 2006, Interpublic's stock dipped to as low as $2.61 per share and is currently just over $11, off a 52-week high of $12.17. The Street Ratings rates the company's stock as a buy.
The Tale: In 1993, the iconic, pioneering computer company seemed headed for the history books, a casualty of competitors like Microsoft, Dell and others who changed the industry. The fall had been swift after $6 billion in profits in 1990.
To get back on course, the company first decided to split into separate divisions based on product type. But a change in course by Louis Gerstner, the new chairman and CEO, scrapped that idea. Instead, IBM was set on a course to cut costs and change the culture of the company, fostering a team approach. Under Gerstner, the company was again profitable by 1995.
To Buy or Not to Buy: Currently trading at about $200 a share, IBM has been on the rise. Its 52-week low is $158.76. One barometer of its status as a good buy can be deduced from Warren Buffet's putting more than $10 billion into IBM stock last November. TheStreet.com rated IBM still a strong buy in July, giving it a rating of A-. It cited earnings per share, increase in net worth and good cash flow as among the reasons.
The Tale: Xerox was so iconic that its name became synonymous with its product: the copy machine. No matter the brand of machine used, it was commonplace to call the output a xerox. From 1938 until the 1990s, Xerox was king of the copier world.
Sales fell as competition, e-mail and other new technology took its toll. The company was teetering on the edge of bankruptcy in 2000. Under the guidance of CEO Anne Mulcahy, the company ignored calls to declare bankruptcy and took the tougher road to a turnaround. Measures she employed included cutting 28,000 jobs and trimming billions in costs while diversifying and mainataining spending on research and delvelopment. The measures worked, and Xerox was back from the brink within a year.
To Buy or Not to Buy: Xerox stock current trades at about $7.80, in the middle of its 52-week high and low. Profit was down in the second quarter of the year. The company blamed the slow economy, especially in Europe, for the decrease. Investorplace.com looked at the stock in April, and found analysts pleased with the company's efforts to diversify its business to include the providing of services along with selling copiers. They noted the company's strong cash flow and that it has $1.8 billion in cash on hand. One analyst quoted on Value Line was bullish on Xerox.
The Tale: In the early 1990s, there seemed to be a Sizzler on every corner. In fact, the steakhouse chain had hundreds of restaurants and sales of more than a billion dollars before things went wrong. In 1996, the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and the end seemed very near. But a new CEO, Kerry Kramp, a revamped menu and 16 years later the chain is in the black with 170 stores and annual sales of $300 million.
To Buy or Not to Buy: Worldwide Restaurant Concepts, which owns Sizzler, Bennigan's and other eateries, is privately held. Still, if you want to put in a little elbow grease with your money, you could apply for a franchise.
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September 19, 2013 – The silver saucer-like terminal building of the highest and newest airport in the world resembles an alien craft come to rest on this remote plateau where Tibetan nomads still roam on horseback.
Daocheng Yading airport cuts the journey time from the Sichuan provincial capital of Chengdu to just 65 minutes as opposed to the two days the trip takes via a bone-shaking bus ride.
China hopes the airport will encourage tourism in an area of spectacular peaks, lakes and meadows at the nearby Yading nature reserve, known in Chinese as "the last Shangri-La." And some Tibetans are looking forward to making money off a pristine Himalayan land of snowy peaks, unique wildlife and colorful culture barley touched by the outside world.
But the $258 million single-runway airport also courts controversy. Tibet chafes under Communist rule and the airport allows Beijing to extends its reach into a region simmering against the authorities and worried about China's overlooking of environmental damage in the name of economic expansion.
In Dharamsala, India, home to the Tibetan government-in-exile, press officer Tsering Wangchuk expressed a guarded welcome to Daocheng Yading.
"The Central Tibetan Administration welcomes all developmental projects in Tibet, and we think Tibet should not be off-limits or beyond reach of the global community," he said.
"But based on past facts, we have reservations if they have met guidelines," including the need to prevent environmental damage, economic marginalization and involuntary displacement of Tibetan people, Tsering said.
The first Air China flight arrived here Monday to the celebration of a smattering of locals and Chinese officials. Some Chinese took to Sina Weibo, China's equivalent of Twitter, which is banned by the ruling Communist Party, to express travel plans for Daocheng and the Yading reserve during the national holiday in the first week of October.
Tibetan driver Luorong Wangdi says he will happily receive them.
"The new airport will definitely bring more tourists and they will know how beautiful is my hometown," said Wangdi, 27, a driver at a Yading hostel and formerly a horse trekking guide.
Wangdi admits he is a little concerned about what will happen to the land if a large number of tourists pour in.
"Many Tibetan people go on pilgrimage to the holy mountains, I wish these places can always stay beautiful," he said of Yading, where the three main peaks, about 20,000 feet high, are called Wisdom, Power and Compassion.
"I also wish our Tibetan people's living standard could be raised. That's why I still welcome the new airport."
Daocheng Yading is at 14,471 feet above sea level, which is three miles high. Planes taking off from here won't have to climb all that high, since the airport is already halfway to the cruising altitude of most passenger planes.
The previous record-holder as the world's highest civilian use airport was Qamdo in eastern Tibet, at 14,219 feet. Its runway length still outranks the one at Daocheng Yading, but the latter's unusually long single runway, at 13,800 feet long, remains necessary given the low air density at this high altitude, where aircraft engines produce less thrust than near sea level.
Yet the airport will enjoy only a brief spell on top of the world.
In northern Tibet, the Nagqu airport, now under construction, will claim the crown when it opens at an elevation of 14,554 feet. The Tibet Autonomous Region will invest $3.5 billion in transport construction in 2013, including airports and highway projects to link up more than 99% of the region's rural villages, reported state news agency Xinhua.
Aside from headaches and nausea brought on by the altitude, foreign travelers' first worry may simply be getting on the plane.
Daocheng county, called Dapba by Tibetans, lies in Ganzi prefecture, an ethnically Tibetan slice of Sichuan where authorities have enforced frequent, partial travel bans on non-Chinese citizens in recent years.
The Chinese Communists invaded Tibet in 1951 and threw out its government in 1959. In the ensuing years the Chinese government repressed political activity and Buddhist culture, destroying thousands of monasteries and killing hundreds of monks.
In recent years Beijing has spent big on infrastructure projects such as airports inside what it calls the Tibet Autonomous Region, and the ethnic Tibetan areas of Sichuan and two other neighboring provinces. Yet, its often repressive policies fail to win over many Tibetans still committed to the exiled Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader.
In the past two years, Ganzi has witnessed several protests against Chinese rule, including self-immolations by Tibetans calling for the Dalai Lama's return. Chinese authorities use multiple measures, including travel bans, to stop news of unrest reaching the outside world. Beijing tightly controls the Himalayan region and accuses the Dalai Lama and exile organizations of plotting the self-immolations, which now number more than 120.
Tibetan exile groups worry that the new transport facilities being built across "Greater Tibet" have a military goal and bind Tibetan areas more tightly to China proper. Officials in Ganzi claim the Daocheng airport will spur the local economy by making Yading accessible for the first time. Many hotels are being built in advance of an expected Chinese tourist boom: the airport can handle 280,000 passengers a year.
"It's difficult for information to come out from inside China. We are not yet fully aware of Tibetan residents' reactions there," said Tsering, the representative of the Tibetan government in exile.
Military motives lie behind the new airports, said Tsering Tsomo, executive director of the Tibetan Center for Human Rights and Democracy, in Dharamsala.
"The Chinese government always calls these airports 'civilian airports,' but that also reveals that in their heart of hearts they know they will use this for other things, they will bring in the PLA army and more," she said. "They need to be reassured they are in control of these far-flung Tibetan areas."
Tibet has more pressing concerns, she said.
"Before they build all these shiny new projects, they need to look at the basic needs of Tibetan nomads," Tsomo said. "Tibetans need educational facilities and health care that the Chinese government has been neglecting for so many years."
Despite central government subsidies, protests and self-immolations continue because of religious repression and the constant denunciation of the Dalai Lama, she said. China's policies "don't address the root causes of self-immolation, and the deep, deep resentment" many Tibetans feel.
American explorer Joseph Rock introduced Yading to the world in the 1920s. His writings and photographs in National Geographic magazine may have influenced writer James Hilton, whose 1933 book Lost Horizon gave birth to the Shangri-La myth of a mystical paradise.
Riwa Township, south of Daocheng at the entrance to the Yading reserve, even changed its name to Shangri La Township in 2001, four years after Zhongdian County, in Yunnan province to the south, stole the show and bragging rights by switching to Shangri La County.
Despite the potential side effects of massive tourism, some travel experts are optimistic Daocheng will retain its Tibetan identity.
"I'm not too concerned about the impact" of the airport, said Mei Zhang, founder of WildChina, a premium travel company based in Beijing that takes clients to the Yading nature reserve.
The high altitude will deter most visitors while the nature of Chinese tourism concentrates most visitors into bus groups and onto a few set sights, she said.
"In Lhasa (the Tibetan capital), there's more hostility between Han Chinese and ethnic Tibetans," Zhang said. "But in Zhongdian (now called Shangri-La), both Chinese and Tibetans are benefiting economically without compromising on Tibetan identity."


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Denim Clad – Denim label Vigoss once again enlists a music talent for its spring 2013 campaign. Singer, songwriter, drummist and guitarist Florrie replaces Sky Ferreira as the face of the label's latest advertisements lensed by Mario Sorrenti. Styled by Melanie Ward, the musician poses at the Port Authority Garage in Brooklyn, New York. The campaign's creative director, Alex Wiederin of Buero New York says, "This season we tapped Florrie to embody the Vigoss woman: Her beauty, sweetness and vibrancy made working with her a pleasure. She has such a powerful presence and her musicality shines through."
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text: Mountain biking Take to the hills on a mountain bike. The island of Ireland boasts some fantastic, tailor-made trails where you can tackle tough forest climbs, fast descents, twisty narrow tracks and varied surfaces. Try the Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Trail Network in County Limerick, the largest trail network of its kind in Ireland. Or Castlewellan Forest Park in County Down, with panoramic views of the Mourne Mountains. Rock Climbing What can beat the exhilaration (and stunning views) you get while rock climbing? Ireland is a climber's paradise, with challenges to suit all levels of experience. For beginners, there are gentle climbs where you can learn basic techniques under the guidance of a trained instructor. More experienced climbers will relish the challenge of towering sea stacks and rugged mountain ranges. Wondering where to go? We recommend Kerry, Wicklow and Antrim for a good mix of terrain. Equipment will be provided if you book with a qualified guide or outdoor adventure company. In Donegal, you're unlikely to meet anyone else on any of the crags across the county. That's quite a contrast to mountain crags and sea cliffs across the UK, US and Europe, where it's commonplace to sight queues of climbers patiently waiting their turn to climb popular routes Iain Miller, rock climber, Unique Ascent Ziplining Ziplining – a thrilling, high-wire ride that sends you soaring through the treetops. All you need is to follow instructions and be willing to strap yourself into a harness, step off the platform and let gravity do the rest. Try Lough Kee Forest and Activity Park, County Roscommon, Loughcrew Estate in County Meath, and Todd's Leap Activity Centre in County Tyrone. Archery Whether you're new to archery or a seasoned professional, you'll find lots of adventure and activity centres around Ireland. Equipment is provided and instructors are on hand to help you perfect your technique – so all you need to do is focus on hitting the target. Get geared up at The Adventure Islands in County Mayo or go for the full Game of Thrones experienceat Winterfell Castle and Demesne in County Down, complete with character costumes and a stern Master-at-Arms. Surfing Ireland is a world-class surf destination, with spots such as Bundoran in County Donegal and Mullaghmore in County Sligo – named in Lonely Planet's 1000 Ultimate Adventures book – regularly turning heads for its surfing excellence. Experienced surfers will be thrilled by the prospect of big waves, while beginners can pick up the basics in one of the many surf schools around the island, such as the Alive Surf School in Portrush, County Antrim. Modern wetsuits will give you plenty of protection from the elements so you can surf year-round. Finish off your day in a cosy pub with a post-surf pint and some freshly caught seafood. 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Bad credit, mortgage foreclosure and bankruptcy may seem like obvious nuptial deal breakers, but according to a new "Couples and Money" survey conducted by TD Ameritrade, love may be blind to these and other financial setbacks.
Respondents were asked whether the following eight financial issues impacting a future spouse would warrant calling off or postponing the wedding:
- low credit score,
- little or no savings,
- high credit card debt,
- high student loan debt,
- mortgage issue or foreclosure,
- lack of employment,
- no retirement savings and
- having filed for bankruptcy.
Topping the list of marriage deal breakers was bankruptcy.
However, just 32% of respondents felt this would be reason to call off the wedding. Another 27% said it would prompt them to postpone the big day, and 41% didn't feel it was cause for either.
"One of the most common challenges newlyweds face is how to merge their finances," Carrie Braxdale, managing director of investor services at TD Ameritrade, said in a statement. "We know that more people are getting married later in life, and as a result, they are bringing more financial history into the marriage—from credit card debt and student loans, to 401(k)s and other investments. This makes it even more important for couples to have the money discussions before they walk down the aisle."
Despite reports that the average wedding costs more than $27,000, 46% of respondents who haven't yet married but plan to expect to spend $10,000 or less on their weddings. And 60% of those who plan to get married say they will pay for the wedding out of their own pocket, with no help from parents.
Braxdale encourages couples to have the following money discussions before the wedding to help avoid any financial surprises:
Debt discussions: Having money secrets is no way to start off a marriage. While financial discussions such as student loan or credit card debt, etc. may not be the most romantic of topics, it's important to understand the debt each partner brings into the marriage and how to manage it.
Knowing your credit score (or your partner's): Checking your credit score once a year can help identify red flags and allow you to correct any errors. It's important to know your credit score, especially if you're planning on making larger purchases as a couple, such as buying a new car or a house.
Understanding investments: Many people get married later in life, so for many couples, one or both partners may come into the union with a 401(k), an IRA or other investment accounts. It's important to discuss long-term goals and understand how you both plan to manage these accounts. It's also a good idea to determine and name beneficiaries on retirement accounts, life insurance, wills and trust documents.
Saving and spending habits: While one partner may be frugal, and the other more of a spender, it doesn't mean financial arguments are inevitable. What it does mean is that it is more important for these couples to discuss their saving/spending philosophies and work on finding a solution that works best.
Creating a budget: Create a realistic budget—discuss savings goals, talk about whether combined or separate spending accounts make the most sense and make sure your financial goals are in sync.


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There are several answers, but the most common one is busy work. And I am my own best example.
I am not an academic/research person. I have nothing against those who are, it's just not my thing. One of my career goals was to die unpublished. I didn't ever want my name in any journal, anywhere.
But when I was doing my fellowship, the chairman was of the opinion that it was critically important that everyone get published at some point, regardless of the quality of the research involved. So he came up with an absolutely bullshit project for me. And I was faced with the options of doing it or failing the fellowship.
So I did the project. It was remarkably stupid and pointless. it consisted of me reading through MOUNTAINS of old charts, going back several years, and making notes. For the record, a lot of BS research is done this way. Some poor sucker in training is forced to tediously analyze endless piles of old charts or videos or patient forms or something, to come up with worthless information, under the threat of failing out of their program.
Let's face it. You can get pointless data out of anything: "Our chart review found that people who saw the original release of The Wizard of Oz in 1939 were more likely to have Alzheimer's disease in 2009 then those who'd seen the original release of Star Wars in 1977. This suggests an unidentified risk factor for dementia in seeing MGM films vs. those made by 20th Century Fox."
And these studies are generally cheap to do, because you're already paying the salary of the resident or fellow involved (even cheaper for med students, since they work for brownie points).
And there's always a crappy journal out there, trying to get advertising dollars and willing to publish anything to get readers.
So I found some meaningless data, and at a weekly division meeting I presented it. There were 4 attending physicians and 2 fellows in my subspecialty at the time. 3 of the attendings, and both of the fellows (including me) agreed the paper and it's findings were meaningless drivel.
Unfortunately, the only person who disagreed was the chairman. And since he was editor at the time of some desperate medical journal, he got my paper published there.
To make matters worse, he then got me a poster spot at the annual neurology meeting that year. So I had to go to this meeting, set up a poster with my worthless data on it and then STAND BY IT wearing a badge that identified me as the author.
So for the required 2 hours I stood there, trying to smile at all the big league academics going by. Most looked at my poster and politely didn't say a word. A few gave me sympathetic looks. 3 made comments about how worthless it was (I silently agreed). Only one said something kind.
I left the poster hanging in the meeting hall. I think I was the only person who didn't take theirs home. I assume it's in a landfill by now.
My shitty article got published a few months later, and several intelligent neurologists (who I assume were reading in a hot tub) found my paper to be such absolute garbage that they felt the need to write to the journal to complain. And the journal editor, my chairman, forwarded the letters to me to write a rebuttal.
How do you defend the indefensible? Hell, I agreed with them.
But by this point I'd completed the fellowship, and was an attending physician. And I didn't care. So I just tossed his requests in the trash.
So my sole contribution to the medical literature is out there. Fortunately, as the years go by, it will continually be buried under newer (though equally worthless) data.
And that's where at least some crappy research comes from. And I suspect most of it has similar origins. Some poor sap who's under pressure to publish something, anything, regardless of how stupid or obvious it is, or people trying to pad their resume, or someone with way too much time on their hands and absolutely no life (if you're in the last category, get a dog. Or join Facebook. Or do ANYTHING to waste your time in a more useful way), and crappy journals willing to publish anything.
And that's the way it is.


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Handle With Care
Micro-size drills and end mills don't have to be difficult to use.
It may seem strange that a tool able to cut metal can be so fragile that just setting it down on the bench too firmly can break it. But this is true of the smallest commercial drills and end mills used to produce machined features in small parts such as medical components. These tools demand process considerations all their own in order to use them effectively, and gentle handling is a primary consideration.
Niagara Cutter (Amherst, New York) is among the cutting tool companies that offer a line of micro-size tools. When using a 0.005-inch-diameter end mill, says Niagara engineering manager Dennis Noland, "just touching the tool with your hand the wrong way can break it."
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And yet, a disciplined machine shop can use these tools quite well. The gentle handling outside the cut simply has to continue on into the cut as well. Even light impacts have to be avoided—meaning, for example, that non-contact tool measurement should be used—and runout and vibration need to be tightly controlled.
"TIR [total indicator reading] becomes critical," Mr. Noland says. The spindle and toolholder have to center the tool within a narrow band of concentricity. While a TIR measurement of 0.0005 inch might seem fussy in other applications, even that much runout becomes large when the tool diameter itself is only around 0.020 inch. The maximum acceptable runout is likely to be no more than 0.0002 inch, and maybe as small as half that size.
Such an exacting concentricity requirement does call for a quality toolholder, but it does not necessarily call for a specialized toolholder. These small-diameter tools typically have 1/8-inch shanks, so standard toolholders can grip them. A collet toolholder can work, and shrink fit may be better still.
What's Fast Is Slow
The next consideration is speed. Even an otherwise reasonably fast spindle—say, 12,000 rpm—will confine a small-diameter tool to a painfully low cutting speed. For example, put a 0.020-inch tool in such a spindle and the top cutting speed is just 63 sfm.
Mike Tibbet is a senior development engineer for micro cutting tool maker Kyocera Tycom (Irvine, California). He says one way to get the small milling and drilling tools up to speed is by adopting an add-on high speed spindle for the sake of these tiny tools. Because torque demands are small, the spindle can be air-powered. Alternatively, a motorized add-on spindle can permit machining of harder metals. Mr. Tibbet typically recommends a spindle speed of 80,000 rpm.
Spindle runouts, along with the general rigidity and tightness of the machine tools, are among the characteristics shops should look at when they are considering micro tools on their equipment, he says. Another important consideration is the coolant filtration, and the level of coolant cleanliness the shop can typically maintain. Small particles in the coolant can deliver relatively large impacts to micro-size tools.
For committed users, Mr. Tibbet also recommends a camera with a zoom lens to monitor the process. Because the micro tools make no audible sound when they're cutting and can't be seen cutting with the unassisted eye, these tools are problematic to troubleshoot. If a mistake causes a tool to break, the shop might be doomed to continue making that same mistake again and again. But a camera with some magnification can allow the machining to be observed as if it involved a standard-size cutter. "The idea is, if you magnify it enough, then it's not 'micro' anymore," Mr. Tibbet says.
Laying It On Thick
Not everything is so scalable. Niagara's Mr. Noland is careful to point out one performance-enhancing feature of modern cutting tools that generally can't be applied to tools at micro-scale: the coating.
"We generally don't supply coating on these tools unless it's specifically requested," he says.
The reason relates to geometry. The thickness of a layer of PVD coating may be negligible on a standard-size tool, but that thickness becomes significant when the tool is just 0.010 inch in diameter. The layer of coating rounds the cutting edge. Because the rounded edge is prone to rub, coating at this scale is likely to impede the tool's performance instead of helping it.
Deep Hole Drilling
The ability to machine deep holes with small-diameter tools is improving, says Kyocera Tycom's Mike Tibbet. In one application, the company developed a 0.020-inch-diameter drill to machine a hole 0.750 inch deep in titanium.
Heat is a challenge in such an application, he says. In micro machining in general, the phenomenon of the heat leaving the cut with the chip (an effect that most machining processes try to take advantage of) simply cannot be realized, because the chip is not large enough. The heat goes into the tool instead, and the process has to allow for this.
The solution in micro drilling is a time-tested drilling technique: the peck cycle. The drill is frequently removed from the hole and allowed to dwell for a second or so—just long enough to give the coolant time to cool it down.
Deep Slot Milling
Not all small-diameter tools are used on small parts. Some are used on small features of bigger parts, such as the deep slots in molds that might otherwise be produced through EDM.
Cutting tool maker OSG Tap & Die (Glendale Heights, Illinois) makes end mills specifically for this application. According to engineering manager David Kwon, reconciling rigidity and chip clearance is the principal design challenge of this type of tool. He says the particular micro-grain carbide used for the tool is part of what makes the compromise possible.
As the length-to-diameter ratio for a small-slot milling tool increases, the risk of deflection increases as well. For this reason, Mr. Kwon recommends using a sequence of tools for a deep slot. For example, tools of three different lengths might be used on a particularly deep slot. The shorter and stiffer tools can take more aggressive rough cuts. Then, only the deepest reaches of the slot need to be machined using the lighter parameters that are necessary to guard the longest tool against deflection.
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The 2012 Cycle Messenger World Championships (CMWC) is coming to Chicago, August 2nd-5th.
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Taha Jabir Al 'Alwani
Dr. Taha Jabir al Alwani was born in Iraq in 1354/1935. He received his primary and secondary education in his native land and then graduated with an Honors Degree from the College of Shariah and Law at Al Azhar University in Cairo in 1378/1959. From the same university he was awarded his Master's Degree in 1388/1968, and a Doctorate in
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in 1392/1973.
For ten years (from 1395/1975 to 1405/1985) Dr al 'Alwani was a Professor of Fiqh and
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at Imam Muhammad b. Sa'ud University in Riyadh.
Dr. al 'Alwani participated in the founding of the International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) in the USA in 1401/1981, and is now the Institute's President and a member of its Board of Trustees.
He is a founder-member of the Council of the Muslim World League in Makkah.
A member of the OIC Islamic Fiqh Academy in Jeddah since 1407/1987.
President of the Fiqh Council of North America 1408/1988.
Among his works on Islamic Jurisprudence are:
His edition of
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"The Sum and Substance of
Usul al Fiqh
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Al Ijtihad wa al Taqlid fi al Islam
"Legal Reasoning and Imitation in Islam"
Huquq al Muttaham fi al Islam
"Rights of The Accused in Islam."
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notes of sincerityMay 12, 2012 at 2:52 pm
Such pretty pictures. I am envious of your beautiful climate. Those snow capped mountains are just gorgeous!!
Happy Mothers Day.
love ya. Trish
Katy CameronMay 12, 2012 at 3:42 pm
Pretty cherry blossom. Our local cherry trees are shedding blossom everywhere reight now – ugh!
Mike and JenMay 12, 2012 at 4:52 pm
LOVE that zig zag quilt!
Kati from Kati's QuiltingMay 12, 2012 at 6:02 pm
That zigzag quilt on the design wall looks really nice! And they're all rectangles, that's such a great idea!
amy smartMay 12, 2012 at 10:19 pm
Yes! I've been dying to try a zig zag quilt with that method by AmandaJean(crazymomquilts). It's here: http://beesquarefabrics.blogspot.com/2009/03/how-to-make-zig-zag-quilt-without.html
vintage greyMay 12, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Gorgeous spring cherry blossom!! Love your design wall!! Look forward to seeing your finished quilts!! Happy Mother's Day!! xo Heather
ThimbleannaMay 12, 2012 at 8:10 pm
I'm SO excited to see what you've been working on. I'm guessing it will appear at quilt market LOL!
bethanndoddMay 14, 2012 at 9:01 am
Beautiful pictures!! I especially love the zigzag quilt! I made my youngest son one for his bed using AmandaJean's tutorial as well. Gotta love no triangles 😉 Hope your day is happy! Smiles~Beth
Claire JainMay 14, 2012 at 3:54 pm
Indeed, something's gotta give. I'm doing housework instead of quilting today. House is looking better, but I want to sew.


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The Family Resource Library is a free health and wellness library information service for the families of patients and anyone in the community. The library caters to those unfamiliar with medical terms, making general information on health and wellness topics available in easy to understand terminology. A medical librarian and specially trained DeKalb Medical volunteers are available to locate and deliver information. Requests can be made by calling 404.501.5638 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are gearing to play the Final match of IPL 2010 season 3. The final will be played at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai at 8PM on 25th April 2010.
This will definitely be a cracker of a match and you can expect a lot of fireworks with both the bat and the ball. Mumbai Indians could be in a bit of a trouble if Sachin Tendulkar hand injury keeps him out of the match. However, Mumbai Indians have been the only consistent team in IPL 2010 and there are several players who have contributed towards their success including Kevin Pollard.
Chennai Super Kings will definitely look to win their first IPL, since they were the losing finalists in the first edition of IPL. Dhoni might be pretty happy with their semi-final performance, however, there are some worries with the batting.
Though Mumbai are the clear favorites, only time will tell who will be the winner, and of course this is 20-20, the team which plays well on the given day will win on the day, so it is anyone's game.
The match will be broadcast live on YouTube in association with the stream IPL is providing, however, the stream is definitely not the best on YouTube and is not available in the United States. Check out how you want to watch IPL in the US. In the meantime don't forget to watch the match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings live on YouTube at http://youtube.com/ipl
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- Removable aluminum water cooled top seal featuring an easily removable top plate to allow access to the tube interior without having to remove the entire seal.
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- Your choice of pneumatic or electric lifting mechanisms allows smooth opening and closing of the furnace as well as rapid sample quenching. The variable speed pneumatic lift system requires 100 psi. The electric lift has a fixed travel rate of 35 inches per minute.
Tube O.D.: Less than 3.25″ / 83mm
Hot Zone Length: 18″ / 46cm
Furnace Dimensions: 25″ x 18″ x 57″ / 64cm x 46cm x 145cm
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What are the pairs $(P,Q)$ of subsets of $\mathbb N$ for which the map \begin{eqnarray*} P\times Q & \rightarrow & {\mathbb N} \\\\ (p,q) & \mapsto & p+q \end{eqnarray*} is a bijection ?
Obvious examples are $P=\mathbb N$ with $Q=\{0\}$, or $P=2\mathbb N$ with $Q=\{0,1\}$. Are there others ?
This question is related to a puzzle given in EMISSARY (fall 2010), asking to find infinite series $f(x)$ and $g(x)$ with coefficients $0$ and $1$, whose product equals $\frac{1}{1-x}$. I suspect that the word infinite was written on purpose, and therefore $P$ and $Q$ must be infinite.
Later. After the answers, I understand that one can find a sequence $(P_j)_{j\ge0}$ of subsets of $\mathbb N$ with $0\in P_j$, such that every $n\in\mathbb N$ writes $\sum_{j\ge0}p_j$ with $p_j\in P_j$, in a unique way. Of course, all but finitely many $p_j$'s are zeros. Now, I feel dumb, because this follows for instance from the writing of integers in some basis.


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Living by our values
The values we live by date back to our founding fathers and have never stopped guiding us. They represent the core of the principles we apply every day, with our people, our clients and wider society. They have been the key to our development for more than 70 years and we are convinced that they will continue to be the foundation for our sustainable growth in the years and decades to come. Beyond words, our values reflect our determination to go above mere compliance with laws and regulations. They are the pillars of the ethical firm we aspire to be.
Delivering excellent services is a must, but it would not mean much without the moral rigour we owe to ourselves and to our clients. Integrity is the cornerstone of our relationships within our organisation, and with our clients and stakeholders. To gain and nurture trust, we must always be honest and straightforward.
Sustainable firms are the ones that are accountable. We believe in responsibility, for our personal and professional conduct. We care about how our work may affect our communities and we seek to make a difference.
Diversity & Respect
Our clients count on our talent and expertise. Our strength lies in our people. Respect for every individual and their unique contribution is part of who we are. We value differences and diversity, knowing that new perspectives make our organisation fairer and stronger.
Technical excellence
In all our projects and assignments, providing the best possible service to our clients is our number one priority. Hence, we constantly pursue the highest level of technical excellence and quality in everything we do. Through innovation and talent development, we aim to meet all of our stakeholders' expectations.
Independence has always been Mazars' raison d'être and state of mind. Whether we work as auditors or advisors, acting independently is essential.
Since our creation, three generations of leaders have successfully handed over to new ones, passing on knowledge and experience and paving the way for a better future. Continuity and stewardship are key ingredients of our long-term development and that of our clients.
From values to behaviours: our global code of conduct
Our global code of conduct is a practical guide to help all our people, regardless of age, position or country, to navigate difficult choices and make the right decisions, in line with our values.
It clearly states who we are, what we expect from our people and how we deal with our clients, stakeholders and communities at large. In an intricate and fast-evolving environment, we use it as a moral compass for our daily activities, drawing the line between what is recommended or acceptable and what would put our reputation and other people's trust at risk. We handle any breaches seriously and take appropriate action to uphold this code whenever necessary. By doing so, we will be a trusted firm, working for the collective interest, committed to our clients, our people and wider society.
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Mayor Nutter's reaction to the National Rifle Association's suggestion that armed guards be placed in every American school?
"That message was an insult to the lives of those children," the mayor said in an interview Friday, referencing the grade schoolers murdered a week ago in Newtown, Ct. "That we would face the prospects of shootouts in our schools, and utilize the precious and declining resources in public education to put armed personnel in every school is insane."
Nutter dismissed the idea as coming from someone "who had clearly watched too many old Westerns" and said that NRA executive vice-president Wayne LaPierre lost all credibility because he "didn't have the guts, didn't have the sensibility to at least acknowledge that there is a gun problem in the United States of America."
Nutter is the parent of a daughter who attends Philadelphia public schools.
Yes, some Philadelphia public schools have unacceptable levels of violence, but universal guns are not the answer, he said.
An unarmed police force monitors the Philadelphia School District, with officers permanently stationed inside many schools and others making do with roving patrols. Armed city police officers do work inside some of the city's larger high schools.
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Every Philadelphia public high school also has a metal detector or hand-held scanner.
The idea of arming officers in Philadelphia schools has surfaced in the past.
In 2004, then-schools chief Paul Vallas said he wanted to place armed officers in high schools, an idea that was staunchly opposed by Mayor John Street and others who believe that the move would create a police state inside schools, and inappropriately criminalize behavior that ought to be handled with discipline. More behavior supports and front-end intervention is the answer, not armed officers, they said.
Vallas' suggestion came after a Strawberry Mansion student was gunned down near the school.
But the idea never really gained traction.
After "Assault on Learning," the Inquirer's investigative series on school violence, ran in 2011, an administration official said that both Nutter and Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey believed putting city police inside some schools was one way to help curb violence.
A city police officer, Chief Inspector Cynthia Dorsey, is now head of the school district's safety force.


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Caught On Tape: New Jersey Pol Takes $10K From Developer
In exclusive interview, Daniel Van Pelt insists he's innocent.
Oct. 19, 2010 -- New Jersey Assemblyman Daniel Van Pelt kept a February 2009 dinner conversation at a pricey Atlantic City steakhouse focused on business – explaining how he could help his dinner companion acquire environmental permits for a large coastal developmental. When the meal ended, the developer pulled out a white envelope stuffed with $10,000 in cash.
"I'll hold on to it," Van Pelt said, tucking the envelope into his pocket. "I don't know what I'm going to do with it."
The developer was actually an FBI informant, and the entire scene was captured on undercover video. It was among the most dramatic moments in a New Jersey public corruption investigation, Operation Bid Rig, that nabbed 44 individuals in one of the most sweeping stings in the nation's history. Van Pelt was convicted of bribery and extortion earlier this year and will be sentenced on Nov. 4. He faces up to 30 years in prison.
Van Pelt's star turn in an FBI sting is a rare uncensored glimpse of a politician trading the public good for private cash. Across the nation, in return for campaign donations or outright bribes, state legislators have cut deals that run counter to the interests of their constituents. In Rhode Island, legislators were convicted of fraud for pushing through health-care legislation that benefited a pharmacy chain and a local hospital, but shortchanged patients. In Pennsylvania, the former speaker of the state house and a former legislator have been indicted for allegedly spending millions in public money to buy voter data that was of no value to taxpayers, but very useful in undermining political enemies.The defendants have pleaded not guilty.
In the Ocean County, New Jersey case, the jury found that Daniel Van Pelt was engaged in environmental influence peddling, offering green credentials in exchange for greenbacks. New Jersey environmentalists say the willingness of local politicians like Van Pelt to make deals with developers, whether legally or illegally, is threatening New Jersey's shoreline and coastal waterways, and also imperiling the million-acre Pine Barrens forest, the largest swath of undeveloped land in the crowded state.
"Barnegat Bay may die," said Jeff Tittel, director of the New Jersey Sierra Club, referring to an estuary in Van Pelt's old district. "And it's really happening because we're loving the bay to death with development."
Van Pelt Says Cash Was Consulting Fee
In an exclusive interview with ABC News, Van Pelt maintained his innocence, saying he took the money as a consulting fee. He says the proposed project never made it to the permit stage, and that he was convicted not for his actions but for promises that, he claims, were ultimately meaningless.
But since New Jersey's coastal environmental permit (CAFRA) process began more than three decades ago, wealthy developers have filled the coffers of local political organizations, whose members helped craft the legislative loopholes that allowed the builders to expedite the permit process and push through projects that critics claim are environmentally unsound.
According to environmental advocates, the impact of coastal development in the past three decades has been disastrous. Advocates say that Barnegat Bay's fishing industries, including a quarter million dollar clamming trade, have almost collapsed. Poisonous jellyfish, which thrive on pollutants found in lawn fertilizer, have invaded Barnegat Bay, making long stretches unswimmable and threatening the region's $3.5 billion tourism industry.
"The amount of money generated by development in Ocean County is so enormous it's controlled the land use agenda for decades," said Carleton Montgomery, executive director of the Pinelands Preservation Alliance.
Montgomery does not claim that all the tradeoffs involve outright bribes. He is also troubled by legal contributions that foster cozy relationships. One example he gives is the Walters Group, an influential South Jersey development company that has donated nearly $160,000 to Republicans in Ocean County since 2003. The group has six major developments under construction or already completed in the county.
"There's corruption like with Van Pelt where he takes an envelope stuffed with cash," Montgomery said. But he says even legal contributions can corrupt the system. "In Ocean County it's endemic."
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'Populations Have to Grow'
But developers and politicians reject accusations that their actions have brought irreparable environmental harm and that legal campaign contributions represent corruption. They say the source of pollution in Barnegat Bay is not new development -- with its tightly regulated zoning codes and eco-friendly storm water management -- but old development, which takes up the majority of the shoreline.
"If that's the solution, 'blame development', you're not gonna clean up Barnegat Bay," said Joe Del Duca, general counsel for the Walters Group. "You've got to live somewhere. Populations have to grow."
Del Duca said that the Walters Group has spent millions on eco-friendly buildings, which have only a negligible effect on the nearby environment. Though the company may spar with environmental groups, it has not been charged with any illegal behavior.
Van Pelt, who also served ten years as mayor of Ocean Township, made his name pushing through similar projects in the county.
He fiercely defended his record to ABC News, explaining that the deals made as mayor and assemblymen were the best for the town – a necessary compromise between development and environmental concerns.
"They have to protect the environment and I understood that," Van Pelt said of the Sierra Club's efforts to limit development.
"People are going to develop anyway," he added. "Whether I'm here or someone else is here. We just tried to do it the right way."
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Europe's Week Ahead: Payrolls, ECB, Italy
With U.S. payrolls, an ECB rate decision and a vote on whether to expel former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, it's a busy week ahead for the markets. Photo: Getty Images
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This is a kill task that begins with Azkin (map) in Evantil, the Vile Oak. He's found at -560, 20, 0. This is at the base of the tree, just west of the ramp that leads upwards from the ground level.
You say, 'Hail, Azkin'
Azkin says 'Oh my. Oh my. You wouldn't happen to have a spare moment would you? This used to be such a beautiful place, but everything I do to try and bring a bit of natural [beauty] back is ruined by these horrors.'
You say, 'Beauty?'
Azkin says 'Everywhere I look I see my hopes dashed to the soil and tread upon by creatures ruined by fear. All I wanted was to return a hint of what nature intended this place to look like!'
A task window pops up, offering seven tasks.
You have been assigned the task 'Reducing the Saps'.
Kill the crazed globs of sap surrounding Evantil 0/10 (Evantil, the Vile Oak)
Speak with Azkin 0/1 (Evantil, the Vile Oak)
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