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NEA Reiterates Need for Proactive Solutions to Keep Learning Environments Safe
WASHINGTON - April 11, 2008 -While schools continue to be one of the safest places for children, we, as a society, must have zero-tolerance for violence at school. NEA President Reg Weaver called on parents, lawmakers and community leaders to take steps necessary to make schools even safer.
The following statement can be attributed to Reg Weaver:
"Every time we hear about an incident of violence in and around schools, we are alarmed and concerned. Recent events have caused many of us to sit back and wonder what is going on in our schools. Unfortunately, that is not the time to have those conversations; they need to happen beforehand.
"The threat of violence profoundly affects children's abilities to function at school, develop and maintain emotional stability and establish healthy relationships. Environments conducive to good teaching and learning – inclusive of school safety – are critical to the educational success of children and students.
"There is no easy solution, but the surest way to ensure children are safe is to involve parents, school boards and communities. School safety is closely tied to the conditions of families and neighborhoods. To make schools safer we must address the root causes of the problem by sharing effective strategies to eliminate bullying and harassment, and expanding access to counseling, conflict resolution and peer mediation programs.
"This incident, as well as others that have surfaced, should serve as a wake-up call. A safe learning environment requires resources and funding for proven programs that keep schools safe."
For expert tips to help schools, teachers, parents and students address these issues:
http://neahin.org/crisisguide .
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NEW YORK, Oct. 10 (UPI) -- Double Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks says he felt a tremendous responsibility to accurately portray Richard Phillips, a real-life merchant mariner who -- along with his crew -- was taken hostage at sea by Somali pirates in 2009 while on a voyage to Kenya.
Directed by Paul Greengrass and co-starring Catherine Keener, the action thriller "Captain Phillips" opens nationwide Friday.
"I read his book ['A Captain's Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALs, and Dangerous Days at Sea'] prior to reading the screenplay and I did get together with him on two occasions and explained to him, 'You know, I will say things you never said and I will be places you never were, but if we do this right, thematically, we will be spot-on with the nature of what happened to you and how,'" Hanks said at a recent press conference at the New York Film Festival.
"It's a very environmental movie," the 57-year-old California native explained. "Shooting it as we did -- on-board a more-or-less identical ship to the Alabama -- at sea or in very small confines. So, I think the task of folding ourselves into Paul's good hands was always to be true to the motivations of everyone involved. If, for the sake of storytelling, you start manufacturing moments that truthfully were not part of the five or six days, well, then I think you can get into trouble there. I could probably walk you through this and say: 'There. That's a moment that didn't happen exactly that way, but, thematically, it is what happened. That is tricky and it can get away from you, but we were always searching for that combination of procedure and behavior that was going to be, not just reminiscent, but very reflective of what really happened and that's tough when you're telling non-fiction entertainment."
So, how does one prepare to play a man who is still alive and well and likely to see the film that recounts his harrowing tale?
"You have to load up with an awful lot of facts, quite frankly," Hanks noted. "You've got to read and look at video and listen to stuff, but there is always some sort of detail that makes the final tumbler lock into place. I saw Rich and [and his wife] Andrea on a couple of occasions. You don't want to be an idiot. You don't want to ask, 'What were you feeling?' Sorry. 'What was it like? What were you feeling? Are you a hero?' You don't ask questions like most journalists do when the time comes. 'What was it like?'
"I know, cheap shot, folks," he teased the gathered reporters. "Be on my end one of these days, see how it goes. People keep saying, 'You always give the same answers.' Well, they are the same questions, aren't they? But Andrea said something that was quite interesting. I asked, 'Do you ever visit Rich on the ships?' And she said: 'I used to, but [I don't anymore because] it's no fun because he is a completely different human being when he is on the job.' He's very easygoing. I would almost describe him as almost happy-go-lucky and funny. But on-board the ship he is always serious. There is always serious work that he, as the captain, had to do. And that was the tumbler for me. I don't know what it was, but all of the 52 cards became a bit of a shuffle and I felt as though I knew what to do every time Paul presented something."


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Part of a comprehensive set of advisory guides on the management of ancient semi-natural woods throughout Britain. The guide describes the management most appropriate for the type of woodland devised by Forestry Commission staff working closely with foresters and ecologists. Whilst the advice is aimed primarily et ancient semi-natural woodlands most of the advice will be appropriate for other semi-natural woods which are of high conservational value.2003Revised edition
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We are happy to announce that CRG now has a YouTube channel and we have 13 videos on it for your enjoyment. These videos were made from two different Chevrolet dealer communication kits.http://www.youtube.com/CamaroResearchGroupThe Camaro video unfortunately is not as complete as I would like it to be. I have the record, but do not have the film strip and only had most of the frames to be able to piece together what we have now. If anyone has the film strip and would be willing to let me barrow it, please contact me. If anyone has another communication kit from 67, 68 or 69, and would like to help us add more videos, let me know.Enjoy,
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International Biodiversity Day, celebrated each year on May 22, pays tribute to the global importance of biodiversity, both as an asset for posterity and a vital resource for people and their livelihoods.
This year, International Biodiversity Day focuses on alien invasive species as major threats to biodiversity. Biological invasions are the result of species that are introduced to a new ecosystem in which they are not indigenous. They often cause great harm to their new environments.
These invasions are high on the list of current threats to biodiversity, ecosystems, species and the protected areas which support them. This has knock-on effects on the livelihoods of people that depend on them for their survival.
"The impact of alien invasive species is increasing both in the sea and on land, particularly with global change brought about by climate change," says Jane Smart, Director of IUCN's Biodiversity Conservation Group. "We all need to be aware of this link and consider it in our many activities to combat climate change."
The IUCN Invasive Species Specialist Group (ISSG) is a network of leading specialists who provide technical advice to policy makers. The ISSG manages the Global Invasive Species Database (GISD) and disseminate the most current and reliable information on invasive species ecology, their impacts on biological diversity and ways to prevent and control their spread. The GISD is recognized globally as a key resource by our many partners in conservation action against invasive species.
The 2009 International Biodiversity Day marks the start of the celebrations around biodiversity that will intensify as we get closer to 2010, the International Year of Biodiversity. 2010 will be a very important year for biodiversity conservation.
The United Nations General Assembly will host a special session on biodiversity and the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity will meet on several occasions during the year culminating in its 10th meeting of the Conference of the Parties.
Other biodiversity-related processes, like the discussions around the development of an Intergovernmental Platform for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services and the advancement of The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity study, will support and strengthen conservation work.
Many eyes will be looking closely at these processes and it is expected that by the time of the Convention on Biological Diversity meeting in October, governments and stakeholders will have made up their minds about new biodiversity targets to replace the 2010 biodiversity target.


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Student Conservation Association
Has countless internships across the United States available for undergraduates, many of them working with National Parks.
National Wildlife Federation
They offer a Campus Ecology Fellowship for students attending college in Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, Indiana, Minnesota, or Chicago. If chosen the student has certain responsibilities throughout the year, including communicating with other schools and holding quarterly meetings. It runs for 2 semesters and takes about 10 hours weekly.
CDC Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health
This is a 10-week long summer internship for undergraduate students majoring in Chemistry, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Engineering, or other related fields. It takes place in Atlanta, Georgia. Housing is not provided, but you receive a $500 stipend for housing weekly. Interns will participate in environmental health projects, interact with federal officials and scientists, and visit important environmental health sites in Atlanta.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Offers a 10-16 week internship that is 40 hours a week. Individuals will devote most of their time to a project and content area of particular interest to them. Students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in a selected field of study and to learn a variety of research techniques through firsthand experience. At the conclusion of the internship, student participants will be expected to present the findings of their independent projects in a formal seminar to the SERC community. There are also spring and winter internships available. Internships are available in a wide range of disciplines. There is limited on-site dormitory space for a fee per week and interns will receive a stipend of $425 per week. The center is located 30 miles east of Washington, D.C.
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) / National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)
Offers internships in the summer, spring, and winter on engineering, computing, climate or weather while mentored by working professionals. Located in Boulder, CO.
Pacific Whale Foundation (Maui, Hawaii)
Seeking interns for our Marine Mammal Research Program. Pacific Whale Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting whales and other marine life throughresearch, education, and conservation. Our researchers have studied whales and dolphins throughout the Pacific for over 29 years and we currently conduct projects in Hawaii, Australia and Ecuador.
Paint Rock Canyon Enterprises
Located in Hyattville, WY interns are welcome for the summer or semester. Your day may be spent building and repairing fence or moving cows on our BLM and Forest Services leases. You will play an integral part in the operations necessary for hay production. Each day is different and will offer multiple learning experiences that will challenge both your mind and your body. You will be provided housing and a generous stipend.
Green Corps
Interns gain hands-on experience working on independent projects in a non-profit setting, while learning important organizing skills. We are looking for people who are serious about saving the planet, have a desire to strengthen and grow the environmental movement, and have demonstrated leadership experience. Currently there are positions available in Boston and San Francisco.
Yestermorrow Design/Build School
They offer internships that last either six or twelve months, such as design/build intern and kitchen/garden intern. The school is located in Vermont and provides housing and possibly a stipend.
Lakes Environmental Association
LEA's summer internships are paid positions geared towards motivated and responsible college students with environmental or educational interests. Interns are required to complete a variety of tasks and work with many different individuals. The work environment is casual but busy and about 50-60 percent of the work is outdoors. Located in Bridgton, ME.
U.S. Agency for International Development Student Intern Program
- Student Career Experience Program (SCEP): This component offers you valuable work experience directly related to your academic field of study. It provides formal periods of work and study while you are attending school. It requires a commitment from you, your school, and the employing Federal agency. You may be eligible for permanent employment conversion under this program after successfully completing your education and meeting work requirements.
- Student Temporary Experience Program (STEP): This component offers temporary employment that will enable you to earn a salary while continuing your studies. Appointments to jobs under this program can range from summer jobs to positions that can last for as long as you are a student. An agency, at their discretion, may establish academic and job performance standards that students must meet to continue in the program. There is no permanent employment conversion element under this program. Headquarters are located in Washington, D.C.
Warren Wilson Career Services
Offers an extensive list of both internships and job opportunities geared for students interested in environmental studies.
Schmeeckle Reserve
Offers a variety of internships in national parks throughout the country. It is associated with the University of Wisconsin in Stevens Point.


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The Medicare Bundlers and Bunglers Are Coming!
Medicare: The Bundlers Are Coming! The Bunglers Are Coming!
Author/contributor: Marilyn M. Singleton, M.D., J.D.
My long-time self-paying patient opined that the end of fee-for-service payments (payment for what you get) was imminent. I lightheartedly asked her how physicians would be paid. Would they be housed in military barracks and given vouchers for necessaries?
Perhaps she read section 3023 of the "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" (PPACA or "ObamaCare"), the National Pilot Program on Payment Bundling, which applies to certain Medicare beneficiaries.
The program's stated goals are to improve access to care, quality, coordination, and efficiency (i.e., reduce costs) of services. Pilot programs, which started this year, will be conducted for 5 years, or longer if extension results in improved quality and reduced spending.
An earlier "pilot program" on payment by diagnosis (DRG or diagnosis related group), regardless of what the patient did or did not receive, simply became national practice in 1983 without looking at the results. Then there's the HMO method of payment by the head (capitation), regardless of care or lack thereof. How will payment by the bundle be different?
A bundle or an episode of care includes the three days prior to admission to the hospital, the hospital stay, and 30 days (not 31 days) after discharge from the hospital. It comprises "applicable services": acute inpatient services, all physicians' services in and outside the hospital, outpatient and emergency room services, all post-acute care services (e.g., skilled nursing facility, rehab, home health), and other services the Secretary deems appropriate.
The amount of payment will depend partly on "quality" measures developed by the Secretary in consultation with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The measures include: functional status improvement, reducing rates of avoidable hospital readmissions, rates of discharge to the community, rates of admission to an emergency room after hospitalization, incidence of health care acquired infections, efficiency measures, measures of patient-centeredness of care, and measures of patient perception of care.
What do these things mean? Does "functional status" mean ability to perform ADLs (activities of daily living)? What if patient is so disabled that his ability to do ADLs can't improve? What if he still needs a lift to get to the toilet, but can now beat his grandson at gin rummy? Does that count as an improvement?
What about the ultimate measure of functional status—being alive rather than dead? Might a hospital's "efficiency" rating be better if the patient dies, instead of being readmitted or acquiring an infection?
The bundle will be characterized by a code from the soon-to-be-required U.S. ICD-10CM system. This International Classification of Diseases—Clinical Modification system is based on the 1992 World Health Organization ICD-10 codes. It increases the number of diagnostic codes in the current ICD-9 system from 17,000 to 68,000, including different codes for right or left side. Providers will have to be much more specific in their coding.
Even though providers will have to do much more work to code and do other documentation tasks, the bundled payments cannot be more than what would otherwise be paid for the beneficiary's care. It is not clear who all will have to share the payment—perhaps the hospitalist, perhaps the patient's own physician, along with all the team members needed to provide whatever the Secretary deems appropriate.
The changes in "payment methodology" may be seen as a power struggle. Rick Mayes wrote in 2007:
For the first time, the federal government gained the upper hand in its financial relationship with the hospital industry.
Medicare's new prospective payment system with DRGs triggered a shift in the balance of political and economic power between the providers of medical care (hospitals and physicians) and those who paid for it—a power that providers had successfully accumulated for more than half a century.
Some claim that bundling is a way to save Medicare, previous measures including the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) fee cuts having failed. In reality, it simply adds to the opportunity for bureaucratic bungling, while moving payment still further away from the value of care to real live patients.
Instead of more complex formulas, we need more transparency so that beneficiaries can make their own informed decisions about their individualized medical care, without interference from bureaucrats and the special interest groups that feed on the current muddled system.
Dr. Marilyn M. Singleton, MD, JD is a board-certified anesthesiologist and member of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS).
Dr. Marilyn Singleton ran for Congress in California's 13th District in 2012, fighting to give its 700,000 citizens the right to control their own lives.
While still working in the operating room, Dr. Marilyn Singleton attended UC Berkeley Law School, focusing on constitutional law and administrative law. She also interned at the National Health Law Program and has practiced both insurance and health law.
Dr. Marilyn Singleton has taught specialized classes dealing with issues such as the recognition of elder abuse and constitutional law for non-lawyers. She also speaks out about her concerns with Obamacare, the apology law and death panels.
Congressional candidate Dr. Marilyn Singleton presented her views on challenging the political elite to physicians at the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons annual meeting in 2012.
Follow Dr. Marilyn Singleton on Twitter @MSingletonMDJD
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Kevin Garnett returns…to coach? | DeRozan still motivated | Joe Johnson looking to contribute in Utah | Nets embrace holistic approach to health
No. 1: Kevin Garnett returns…to coach? — Just days after announcing his retirement from the NBA, Kevin Garnett resurfaced yesterday at Los Angeles Clippers training camp to impart some of his considerable wisdom, accumulated over his two-decade NBA career. According to Clippers coach Doc Rivers, Garnett's talents apparently extend to the teaching realm…
Garnett was asked by Clippers Coach Doc Rivers to come to practice to work with big men Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan and rookies Brice Johnson and Diamond Stone.
But as it turned out, all of the Clippers were interested in learning from one of the NBA's all-time greats at the practice in the Bren Events Center on UC Irvine's campus.
"K.G. was phenomenal today," Rivers said. "This morning, before practice, he had a teaching clinic that you would pay a lot of money to see. It was great. It was great for Blake and D.J., and the young guys as well. It's great to have him around. He's a great teacher. … He'll be really good for us."
Over the 21 seasons Garnett played in the NBA before retiring last week from the Minnesota Timberwolves, the 6-foot-11 power forward was known for his intense nature, his defense-minded approach, his team-oriented ways and a persona of toughness.
Garnett and Clippers forward Paul Pierce were teammates for six seasons in Boston, winning the NBA title in 2008 with Rivers. Paul Pierce was happy to see his old friend.
"He's been a major inspiration in this league for a long time," Pierce said. "A lot of guys look up to him. He has so much to share, and it's good to see him come here and share some of the things with some of our guys, especially D.J. and Blake. He's working with them right now. All that helps."
Garnett's impressive resume meant all of the Clippers listened when he spoke.
He was the 2004 league most valuable player, the defensive player of the year in 2008, a 15-time All-Star and nine-time All-NBA player.
Jamal Crawford called Garnett one of his "10 favorite players" and said it was "unbelievable" to have the future Hall of Famer at practice.
"That's one of the best players to ever play the game," Crawford said. "So every second you're around a guy like that you're listening to every single thing that he says. You're a sponge. You're like, 'Oh, my God, it's Kevin Garnett.' No matter what, they've watched him playing growing up. They've seen the highlights.
"He's one of the best to ever play basketball. He just has a certain aura about him once he walks in that there is a certain respect that he demands. For him to be here and to give them that kind of knowledge, it speaks volumes about him as well."
No. 2: DeRozan still motivated — Toronto swingman DeMar DeRozan signed a long-term contract extension earlier this summer, a validation of all the work he's put in thus far in his career. But according to DeRozan, he's not ready to accept that the work is finished. If anything, he's still finding motivation to keep improving, as he told TSN Sports…
"Honestly, I don't think about the contract for motivation or anything like that," said the Raptors' guard. "My motivation is knowing what it feels like losing in the playoffs, being two games away from making it to the Finals, knowing how hard we worked to get there, being able to try to be better so we can see that moment again and prevail."
"Just using all the motivations on a daily [basis] to be there. It's not about the contract, it's about everything we do to compete on the court."
As those that have followed his eight-year NBA career know, DeRozan has never lacked for motivation. Unlike many professional athletes, who claim to avoid or just ignore criticism from fans and the media, DeRozan gets a kick out of reading what's written about him. He reads it. He listens to it. He remembers it.
Certainly, there hasn't been a shortage of opinion when it comes to his game and, as a result, most people – fans and pundits alike – are split on his value.
His latest perceived slight came from a familiar source: SI.com's recent NBA player rankings, which have DeRozan slotted 46th going into the new season. After sharing his disapproval of the ranking on Twitter earlier this month, he doubled down when it came up after practice on Thursday.
"It's always going to be extra motivation," said DeRozan following the morning session on his team's third day of training camp at Fortius Sport & Health in Burnaby, BC. "And it's things like that that you can use to add fuel to the fire, but at this point I'm so self-motivated that don't do nothing but make me laugh at it. Whoever came up with that is stupid in my opinion."
No. 3: Joe Johnson looking to contribute in Utah — As he's become one of the NBA's most reliable stars, Joe Johnson has started every NBA game he's played over the last dozen years. But this season in Utah, it looks likely that Johnson may come off the bench, which he says is fine with him as long as it is what's best for the team. As the Deseret News reports, Johnson believes he can have an impact in more ways than just playing…
"I'm not coming here trying to be a star or starter," Johnson said. "Me and coach Quin Snyder have talked from time to time through texts or phone calls. He understands where I'm at and I understand what he wants from me as a player and that's to help these young guys such as Rodney (Hood) and Gordon. I'm here to tell them about some of the things I've been through and help them out with their experiences."
Johnson has played for five other NBA teams, most recently the Brooklyn Nets and Miami Heat last season. He was acquired in July as a free agent to a reported two-year, $22-million contract by the Jazz, who wanted some scoring punch as well as a veteran leader, something they got in Johnson.
"The fit is a really good one," said Snyder. "What he brings is a confidence and experience and as much as anything, maturity. This is a player who has started every game for the past 10 years. He knows that the situation here could be different, but that wasn't a deterrent to him coming here.
"Everything I heard about him has been positive. He knows how much I respect him. I think he looked at this team and said, 'Hey, this is an opportunity for me to have an impact and help build something.' That's satisfying. Credit him, the guy's got no ego."
One thing the Jazz like most about Johnson on the floor is his versatility. At 6-foot-7, 240 pounds, Johnson normally plays small forward but with his shooting ability, he can play the off-guard spot and the Jazz say they can even use him as a power forward when they want to go smaller.
"Joe's a guy who gives us a bigger wing capable of scoring in the post and is capable of playing the four position," Snyder said. "The thing that gets lost about him, is he can play a lot of different ways. He's an excellent passer, he takes pride in his defense."
No. 4: Brooklyn Nets embrace holistic approach to health — As part of the new Sean Marks/Kenny Atkinson regime in Brooklyn, the organization is embracing a holistic approach to player health, looking at everything from sleep patterns to diet. It's just another step in looking for any edge possible, although as Brook Lopez notes, he dearly misses his Slurpees…
"I've never seen an organization care for their players holistically, from a 24/7 standpoint, versus when we're on the court or when we're practicing or at the arena,'' Jeremy Lin said. "It's all-encompassing … like the way you sleep or little stuff like how you set up your bedroom and how it impacts your sleep.
"All of that impacts your performance as an athlete. … They're really trying to do things right, to establish culture not just from when you step on the floor."
Establishing that culture — especially on a team that won just 21 games last season — means improving not just strength, but agility and mobility, and monitoring everything from sleep patterns to diet.
"The No. 1 thing is buy-in. That's the biggest thing in the NBA, [if] you get them to buy in, and the performance team has gotten buy-in,'' Atkinson said. "The players enjoy being in the weight room. … Out here on the court [working on] agility, mobility. That's part of building the total program.
"It's such an athletic league, and we feel like it's a big part of what we do. I was joking with one of the coaches, the performance team is going to move us out of our offices pretty soon."
That team includes director of player performance Zach Weatherford, who spent the past two years as human performance manager at the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command; strength and conditioning coach Dan Meehan, who had done the same for the North Melbourne Football Club in Australia; athletic trainer/physical therapist Lloyd Beckett; and director of physical therapy Aisling Toolan.
It's an eclectic mix, but one that has gotten rave reviews.
"I look at the positive feedback I've gotten from the players, and just the fact [they're] consistently coming in on their own and we're seeing changes in guys' bodies,'' general manager Sean Marks said. "They've either slimmed down, toned up, whatever. They're buying into the processes."
From the slimmed-down like Lopez and Sean Kilpatrick to the toned-up like Chris McCullough, the changes are apparent.
"It's just changing the way my body moves. We're looking for any way we can improve,'' Brook Lopez said. "It's all across the board, preventing future injury, stamina, diet as well. We have specialized people all across the board, and we're already reaping the benefits."
In the case of Lopez, the benefit is he's seven pounds lighter and clearly leaner, and has better mobility as a result of a better diet.
"I don't like to talk about it, it's so sad,'' Lopez said ruefully. "My Achilles' heel when it comes to my diet are Slurpees, Icees, like Sonic Route 44 slushes with the Nerds or popping candy inside. That had to take a backseat."
SOME RANDOM HEADLINES: Tyronn Lue has a standing invite for Kevin Garnett to join his coaching staff in Cleveland … A rule change will now allow teams to access data directly from the bench … There's a "better vibe" in Chicago this season, according to Doug McDermott … Cameron Payne suffered a broken foot … Mike Dunleavy loves being with the Cleveland Cavaliers this season … The Rockets have signed P.J. Hairston to a non-guaranteed deal …


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Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. Announces Investigation Of Dell Inc. Buyout
Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. Announces Investigation Of Dell Inc. Buyout
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rigrodsky & Long, P.A.:
- Do you own shares of Dell Inc. (NASDAQ GS:DELL)?
- Did you purchase any of your shares prior to February 5, 2013?
- Do you think the proposed buyout price is too low?
- Do you want to discuss your rights?
Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. announces that it is investigating potential legal claims against the board of directors of Dell Inc. ("Dell" or the "Company") (NASDAQ GS: DELL) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to the Company's entry into an agreement to be acquired by Dell's Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Dell, in partnership with global technology investment firm Silver Lake, in a transaction valued at approximately $24.4 billion.
Click here to learn more: http://www.rigrodskylong.com/investigations/dell-inc-dell.
Under the terms of the proposal, public shareholders of Dell will receive $13.65 per share in cash for each share of Dell they own.
The investigation concerns whether Dell's board of directors failed to adequately shop the Company and obtain the best possible value for Dell's shareholders before entering into an agreement with Michael Dell and Silver Lake. According to Yahoo! Finance, at least one analyst has set a price target for Dell stock at $16.00.
If you own the common stock of Dell and purchased your shares before February 5, 2013, if you have information or would like to learn more about these claims, or if you wish to discuss these matters or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Peter Allocco at Rigrodsky & Long, P.A., 825 East Gate Boulevard, Suite 300, Garden City, New York 11530 toll free at (888) 969-4242, by e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com, or at: http://www.rigrodskylong.com/investigations/dell-inc-dell.
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July 1, 2011
Just 48 hours after the onset of the Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan, the British government devised a propaganda campaign to downplay the severity of the crisis, a talking point that was hastily parroted by leading global warming alarmist George Monbiot.
"Internal emails seen by the Guardian show how the business and energy departments worked closely behind the scenes with the multinational companies EDF Energy, Areva and Westinghouse to try to ensure the accident did not derail their plans for a new generation of nuclear stations in the UK," reports Rob Edwards.
"We need to ensure the anti-nuclear chaps and chapesses do not gain ground on this. We need to occupy the territory and hold it. We really need to show the safety of nuclear," wrote one official at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
Conservative MP Zac Goldsmith labeled the complicity between the government and the nuclear industry in downplaying the crisis "appalling," while Greenpeace's Louise Hutchins said the emails provided evidence of "scandalous collusion".
"Anti-nuclear people across Europe have wasted no time blurring this all into Chernobyl and the works," said the BIS official in another email. "We need to quash any stories trying to compare this to Chernobyl."
While this PR blitz was being coordinated, we now know that the Japanese government was deliberately lying about the severity of the radiation release from Fukushima in an effort to conceal the fact that the crisis was already on a par with Chernobyl.
Within just two weeks of the earthquake and tsunami that crippled the nuclear plant, the amount of radiation released from Fukushima already rivaled that of Chernobyl, the worst nuclear disaster up until that point.
Reactors number 1 was also in meltdown just hours into the disaster, but this was denied for months by the authorities.
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The government's public relations campaign to downplay the severity of the crisis was enthusiastically parroted by many quarters of the man-made global warming crowd, eager as they were to not let focus slip away from the deadly threat posed by the life-giving gas carbon dioxide, to the point where people like George Monbiot almost went so far as to characterize radiation as harmless and nutritious.
In the days and weeks after Fukushima, Monbiot, perhaps Britain's foremost global warming alarmist, wrote a series of articles for the Guardian in which he made accusations that others had "wildly exaggerated the dangers of radioactive pollution".
"As a result of the disaster at Fukushima, I am no longer nuclear-neutral. I now support the technology," wrote Monbiot.
In response, nuclear expert Christopher Busby called Monbiot "criminally irresponsible" for encouraging his readers to ignore the threat posed by Fukushima radiation.
Monbiot's rhetoric, in addition to the British government's efforts to downplay the crisis, serve as a stark reminder that many leading environmentalists don't give a damn about real threats to the environment, preferring instead to spend all their time obsessing about carbon dioxide emissions and thinking up new ways to exploit global warming fearmongering as a means of controlling every aspect of our lives.
This is an agenda enthusiastically pushed by the British government, which routinely works in consort with big think tanks to promote PR campaigns aimed at rescuing the anthropogenic climate change myth, about which Brits are becoming increasingly skeptical.
The most recent examples were the 10:10 campaign, which simulated executing children who refused to believe in man-made global warming, as well as the "Planned-opolis" scenario, which depicted a future totalitarian world of CO2 rationing, where big government on steroids would enforce a dictatorial eco-fascist nightmare.
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Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance plays a lot like past titles in the series, especially Re:coded and Birth by Sleep, however there have been a few major changes.
The first is the "free-flow" system which allows you to perform special attacks by interacting with enemies or the environment in certain ways. These attacks are always more powerful than normal combos and magic so a well-placed grind rail or light pole can make a difficult battle into a simple affair.
A new type of shooter stage has been added as well. Sometimes they revolve around collecting items or defeating a certain number of enemies. Other times, they're just massive boss fights.
To see both normal combat and the shooter stages in action, be sure to check out the video above.
Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance was released in Japan on March 29, 2012 for the Nintendo 3DS. A Western release is planned for sometime in summer 2012.


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Astrology has been around for many thousands of years, but never has it been as popular and respected as it is today. Why? Because astrology works, and when people read something as simple as their daily, weekly or monthly horoscope, they sense the resonance there is between their zodiac sign and their character.
But of course astrology is far more complex than just the 12 star signs. The idea behind astrology is that the smallest thing in the universe is subject to the same forces as the largest thing, and events in one field are reflected by events in another, as described by the old adage "As above, so below". Nobody knows why this is the case, and there is no known force in the universe that has been proven to have this effect. Yet people relate to their horoscopes and sense their close affinity with the cosmos.
Western astrology is based on planetary movement in our solar system, and not so much on the stars outside the solar system. The 12 star signs are more accurately called sun signs, as they reflect the Earth's orbit around the sun which is registered on Earth by the four seasons, and specifically by the spring and autumn equinox and the summer and winter solstices. These four points represent the start of the four signs: Aries and Libra, and Cancer and Capricorn respectively. The intermediate signs – Taurus/Gemini, Leo/Virgo, Scorpio/Sagittarius and Aquarius/Pisces are then inserted at 30 degree intervals. When making predictions or character analyses, astrologers look at the movement of the planets through these 12 zodiac signs, and the relation of the planets to each other.
A horoscope is a two-dimensional map of the solar system, which shows exactly where the sun, moon and planets are in the 12 zodiac signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. Based on the exact time and place of birth, the 12 Houses of the horoscope can also be calculated, and the planets in signs are placed in this framework – the personal horoscope.
Basically this is an incredibly advanced way of displaying a particular point in time at a particular point in space. You can even work backwards from a horoscope drawing to divine the exact time and place of birth. There are 1440 simple combinations of planets in signs and houses, but astrology gets much, much more complicated than that.
Of course, most people think of horoscopes as the daily, weekly, monthly or yearly horoscopes seen in newspapers and magazine, or online. (The 12 signs of the zodiac). Really these are sunsign horoscopes, because they are simply based on where your sun is on any particular birth date, and naturally these star signs are very general. They can be quite accurate though, because the sun is such a dominating factor in a horoscope. Nevertheless, the moon and planets each have very specific and very strong influences, and the only way you can find out what that is, is by having your personal horoscope calculated.
Basically your date of birth will show you in which sign the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto are in your horoscope, because they are unlikely to change signs during the course of a day. For example – from the standpoint of someone on Earth – the sun takes one month to move from one star sign to another, whilst Uranus takes seven years. As the moon moves from one sign to another in a little over two days, you need the birth time and place to be sure of where it is.
Knowing the birth time and place makes it possible to calculate the 12 houses of the horoscope, and the main framework of the 12 houses are the four cardinal points:
Once you have the planet in sign and house, you can make the interpretation. So the Moon in Aries in the 7th house, for example, would show someone emotionally receptive (moon) in a rather impulsive way (Aries) to other people (7th house).
On the AstroWiki section of this site you can find interpretations of all these astrological combinations. And of course you can also have your personal horoscope calculated – and we'll interpret it for you!
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There is a myth associated with astrology that sun signs are superficial and that anyone can write them. It is true that sun signs are general, but they are by no means easy to write. In fact they demand tremendous experience. Only excellent astrologers can write accurate sunsigns. And most of the sun signs you see on major astrology sites are written by excellent astrologers. (Although this is not always the case with newspapers).
The astrologers on our site have been practicing astrology for a minimum of ten years, some over 30 years. When we write daily horoscopes, weekly horoscopes and monthly horoscopes, we actually look at over 400 horoscopes for each star sign, each day and each week during the course of a month. And write around 16,000 words.
Sun signs are sometimes called star signs, but they are based on the orbit of the Earth around the sun, which we register here on Earth as the equinoxes and solstices, which are when day and night are of equal length (March 20th and September 22nd) or when it is the longest day or longest night (21st June and December). These form the first degree of the Cardinal Signs – Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn – and the remaining signs are placed between them. In this way with get the 12 zodiac signs, which should rightfully be called sun signs rather than star signs.
Skilled sun sign astrologers follow the movement of the planets through each of these signs, and predict what will happen according to the relationships of the planets in the signs and to themselves. What is crucial for sun sign judgments is how strong or weak planets are in the signs. Planets are for example strong in the star sign they rule, and weak in the opposite sign of the zodiac. For each zodiac sign we place the sign as the 1st house of the horoscope and then make an Equal House horoscope, so that each subsequent sign corresponds to a subsequent house. So if we make a horoscope for Leo, then Virgo will be in the solar 2nd house (finances). The key to it all is the planet which "rules" each star sign.
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The outer planets Uranus, Neptune and Pluto are not used as "rulers" in sun sign astrology, even though they are related to Aquarius, Pisces and Scorpio respectively. If you want to learn more about sunsign astrology check out my article at: Sun sign astrology
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Long standing tensions within the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) between the Protestant majority and the Anglo-Catholic minority, eerily similar to that in the Anglican Communion, have finally come to a head. The Bishops of the Anglo-Catholic 'Missionary Diocese of All Saints' have issued an address stating they are considering leaving the ACNA and seeking union with "Non-Papal Catholics" specifically mentioning the Polish National Catholic Church (PNCC)- although mislabeled as the Polish National Council Church in the PDF statement provided to this blog (published below).
Reasons given for the potential split are the increasingly Protestant character of the ACNA, with one bishop citing the goal of the ACNA is to "complete the Reformation", and also woman's ordination in the ACNA, stating if the Anglo-Catholic faction opposed it they could "shuffle off to Rome". The statement also acknowledges the Diocese of All Saints is currently unsustainable as a body.
The statement came out of their annual synod and retreat, held this weekend just gone, and mentions the loss of clergy and one parish already. Multiple clergy sources from within the Diocese of All Saints have stated they have individually contacted the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St Peter, or the Western Rite Orthodox Vicarate for the Russian Orthodox Church outside of Russia (ROCOR), and know of other clergy that have done the same. If All Saints does enter union with the PNCC, it is unknown how many of the listed 35 parishes would actually follow.
The statement from the Missionary Diocese of All Souls is as follows:
"It was good to gather, once again, in beautiful Ocean City for our Annual Synod and Retreat of our Diocese. Thanks to everyone who gave so much of their time, talent, and treasure to attend this important gathering of our Diocesan family. I appreciate each of you.
While we were disappointed Bishop Morales was unable to be with us, Bp. Ray Sutton, Presiding Bishop of the REC and Bishop Ordinary of REC Mid-America, and Bp. David Hicks, Bishop Ordinary of REC Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, joined us to speak on the issue of women's ordination within the ACNA.
Some nine years ago, in preparation for my Consecration, I entered into a silent retreat. Listening for the "still, small, voice of God," the Lord revealed to me two major things. First, never treat others the way you were treated in the Episcopal Church. Second, do your utmost to be totally transparent. As to the first item, you all know my story. So, let me address more deeply, this second item, for it is my desire that you all know my heart, as your Bishop.
As you are aware, the Bishops who uphold the Declaration of Common Faith of Forward in Faith North America; who uphold the Faith and Order of the Undivided Church in affirming that the "Christian ministerial priesthood is male," called for a voluntary moratorium on the ordination of women until such time as a consensus is reached in the College of Bishops and in the Provincial Assembly of the ACNA. Each time we did so, our call was rebuffed by those who support the notion of "dual-integrity." One supporter of Women's Ordination told those of us who maintain the historic position, if we didn't support the status quo of "duel-integrity" we should "Shuffle off to Rome." Message received.
Let me press the issue of a moratorium a bit further. Several years ago, it was made known that the Province of Uganda and perhaps Kenya were considering the consecration of women to the Order of Bishops. In 2014, the GAFCON Primates responded by calling for a voluntary moratorium on the consecration of women as bishops and that a study on the issue should be made. Acting in direct defiance to the moratorium, the now-retired Primate of South Sudan consecrated a woman as Bishop, without regard to the Constitution and Canons of his own Province and without the support of his own College of Bishops. To make matters worse, while this illegal consecration occurred in December of 2016, it was kept secret for over a year and excuses were made.
All indications are that "dual-integrity" is here to stay. This issue of women's ordination is part of a larger epidemic of anti-Catholic sentiment within the ACNA. Allow me to give you some examples. One Bishop of the ACNA openly posted that he is a Calvinist. I know that he is not the only one in the College of Bishops. At least one ACNA congregation is practicing credo-baptism, reducing this Dominical Sacrament into something we do rather than God's work in us. Another Diocese has affirmed by resolution that the 39 Articles of Religion are to be understood in their "plain and literal sense." While the 39 Articles are an important historical document within Anglicanism, they were written to address specific issues at a certain time. Their meaning is contextual. As Anglicans, we affirm our faith when we recite the Nicene Creed. We are not Confessional Christians. Finally, yet another Bishop stated that the goal of the ACNA is to "complete the Reformation." Think about his words and consider what they reveal about the future of the ACNA and our place in it.
The effects of these developments have presented challenges to your Bishops. We have lost a few clergy, one parish, and I have received multiple emails and phone calls from clergy; some asking me to stay the course in the ACNA and some urging me to seek out an alternative to the ACNA. Then, of course, there is the issue of "sustainability." Our diocese simply cannot meet all their sustainability requirements. If Bp. Rich and I were no longer able to serve as your bishops, our congregations desiring to continue in the ACNA would simply be assimilated by other dioceses.
Lately I've been thinking about how many hours, days, and years we spend waiting… waiting upon the Lord to know which direction to take. This is where we find ourselves today: uncertain about where the Lord would have us go, but trusting He will show us the way. We do not clearly see the way, but our trust in the providence of God is at least as strong as it was when we began this journey nearly nine years ago. We pray for direction. We patiently wait. But, we also turn our prayer into action. That is why Bp. Rich and I went to Ireland just several days ago, to participate in the 2018 Convocation for the Restoration and Renewal of the Undivided Church. We met with Non-Papal Catholics from the Polish National Council Church, as well as other groups represented throughout Europe, discussing how we might move forward in the spirit of a renewed Catholicity and Ecumenical Catholicism. I encourage you to check out the work that's being done at http://www.pncc.org. Bp. Rich and I also continue our conversations with those inside and outside of the ACNA, that we may know how to best pray and move forward. Your Bishops, our Canon to the Ordinary, and our Standing Committee covet your prayers. Please pray with me that whatever path we take will be taken with the greatest possible degree of unity. You have all heard me say, we are all in this together. As your Chief Pastors, as Bishops in the Church Catholic, Bp. Rich and I are called to be defenders of the Faith and that is exactly what we are trying so hard to do. We cannot accomplish anything apart from God's grace. His grace is always free, but our response to that grace can be anything but easy. I close my remarks with the words of Saint Paul: "But one thing I do, forgetting what is behind and straining forward to what lie ahead, we press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."
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What have I been doing? Hmm..
I went to Zushi Beach and had a great swim. The water was invitingly warm.
I really wanted to go to the beach at least once this Summer. I can cross that off my "to do" list now. Zushi is in the Kanagawa prefecture, about an hour and a half from central Tokyo. You can get there either by the Keikyu line (to Shinzushi), or JR's Shonan-Shinjuku, or Yokosuka line.
It was end of season, so not the plethora of bikini girls around. It was mostly a family atmosphere and a whole lot of windsurfers. It's a clean beach and quite nice. You could see Mt Fuji at sunset. I think I'll be back here again for sure. It's not that far from my old apartment in Tomioka. Shame that I never came here when it was closer.
It must have been something I ate, but on Monday morning my stomach was tight, and feeling nauseous I rushed to the bathroom to hurl. I had to call in sick. After using four of my leave days last year due to sickness, I really didn't want to do it. I actually really like my Monday's schedule, and I hope my kindy kids didn't miss me too much.
I went to Akihabara today to get myself a new camera.
I settled on the Panasonic GH1. I've been deliberating between this and the Nikon D5000 for ages, and still couldn't make a clear decision. The Panny's feature set is overall better, but I like the feel of Nikon.
I tested some photos this evening with my two lovely model "hentai' dolls I bought today for 840 yen for both.
The low light focusing is a little tricky, but I think it turned out ok. I was impressed with the detail I didn't even notice with my own eyes. The electronic viewfinder will take a bit of getting used to.
I'll pass final judgement until I've taken more pictures and video. The Japanese menus aren't hard to work out though.
For some reason black is the most expensive, but I got a good price. The Gold and Red looked really cheap to me. An SLR can be any colour as long as it's black!
I may still get the Nikon D5000 anyway, instead of buying an adapter for my Nikon lenses which would cost almost half the Nikon!
Now I can get back into taking some pictures and videos of this strange place.
Thursday, 10 September 2009
I Got A GH1
What have I been doing? Hmm..
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1) Hi Nandini Deka, and thanks for being with us to talk about your life as author and professional musician. Can you please tell us more about you?
Hi. I'm basicially very creative person so all forms of artistic expressions attracts me a lot. And I consider music or writing as the ultimate forms of artistic creativity. Music and books have been my lifelong partners for as long as I can remember.
I've also been tremendously fond of the creative part of both these arts very deeply. Hence I started creating my own work. So far, I have already released a music album (and am currently also working on few other projects) as well as have released couple of books/novellas in Amazon Kindle.
My purpose is to let the creative juices flow….
2) Several of your fictional books seems to be about relationships. How much of them is fiction, and how much real-life experience?
My main genre of writing is "social issues" ( though I've written other genres too ). Some of my stories dealings with relationships have been inspired by what goes on around me and not necessarily my own experience…but by observing what goes on in other people's lives, the happy or sad moments that they go through. I've dealt with issues like marital problems, divorces, traumatic relationsips etc in my books so though these stories are fictional their 'base' is collected from reality.
3) What motivates you to write?
I love writing, and that's the biggest motivation for me to write. I love expressing myself and what better way to express myself to the world than by writing? I have lots of stories or ideas playing in my mind all the time, so I have to write to release them all. Also there are additional perks like name and recognition, who can resist that?
4) Some of your spiritual books are described as (auto)biographical. Can you share some of your spiritual experiences with us?
I have studied and researched a lot on this subject be it spiritual or the paranormal stuff. There are certain experiences/incidents which my family or myself have gone through which I've documented in my books.
There are many unexplainable things happening in this world/universe around us that men have no clue about, yet these exist. So its my journey into the unknown…. and my attempts to understand it.
5) What do you think about Kindle publishing, and how do you get to spread the voice about your work there?
Amazon has given a tremendous opportunity to all us writers to offer our work to the public in a quick hassle free manner. Publishing in Kindle is most easy and if your manuscript is ready you can publish it and make it go live within a few hours. It is much easier than traditional publishing. In Amazon Kindle publishing we ourselves are the authors, the publishers and control everything be it the cover art or the price.
I use the social networking sites like facebook, twitter etc to market and promote my books.
6) How does it feel to be writing for Kindle readers from India? Do you feel the geographical distance makes a difference, even online?
Only difference is Amazon keeps a bigger pie in the form of Tax that they deduct for non-US authors. Other than that I've learnt a lot as my books has got exposure not just in India but all over US, UK and other European countries. Its a thrilling experience.
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Much comment elsewhere about the Arts Council England funding cuts. Of course any threat to the vibrancy of the arts is to be deplored. But among all the gloom three points should not be ignored. First, the Britten Sinfonia's grant has increased by 31.6%. Second, Aldeburgh Music's funding has been maintained. And third, the chair of Arts Council England Liz Forgan declined to appear on a BBC Radio 4 programme alongside Norman Lebrecht. All of which suggests Arts Council England are not as stupid as some people are making them out to be. Or, as the Prophet Mohammed said "Trust in Allah, but tether your camel first".
My header photo was taken outside the apartment we rented in Tamraght in southern Morocco during our recent visit. The boy in the picture and his sister were shepherding on their own a large herd of dromedaries, sheep and goats that had travelled up from the Sahara to the south in search of grazing. For more on a way of life that can teach us a lot about the use of available resources as well as the behaviour of flocks read Nobel literature prize laureate J.M.G Le Clézio's novel Desert. Photo is (c) On An Overgrown Path 2011. Report broken links, missing images and errors to - overgrownpath at hotmail dot co dot uk Also on Facebook and Twitter.


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5 Year Warranty
Window Standards
Our Windows & Doors meet a schedule of minimum sized configurations specified by the Window & Glass Association NZ. These are tested in an Internationally Accredited New Zealand lab (No 238) under scrutiny of an independent Signatory/Test Engineer.
Durability & Performance
Our products are rigorously tested to comply and in many cases surpass New Zealand industry standards. All products adhere to the 15 year durability requirement of the building Act 1991 B2.
Care & Maintenance
To maintain the longevity of your windows and doors it is recommended you wash your aluminium joinery with warm water and a mild detergent every six months to remove built up dirt or toxic waste. If you live in a beach house or near an industrial area, we recommend washing your joinery every three months.
1. The Altus NZ Limited manufacturer warrants for a period of 5 years from [the date of supply] that:
(a) the aluminium joinery used in the manufacture of the Product are finished in accordance with AAMA 2603-05 performance standard for exterior architectural aluminium joinery, and also in accordance with WANZ SFA 3503-03:2005 Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys - anodised coatings for architectural applications;
(b) the doors and windows of the Product comply with: NZS 4211:2008 Performance of Windows, and NZS 4223 Code of Practice for Glazing in Buildings; and
(c) As required under NZS 4211 the product or products specified will remain watertight.
2. If the Product does not perform as warranted, the manufacturer will make good the Product by, at its option, (i) replacing or repairing the affected Product, (ii) supplying equivalent Product, (iii) paying the cost of replacing the affected Product, or (iv) refunding the cost of the affected Product, subject to the following terms:
(a) that the window manufacturer is advised of and given an opportunity to inspect any fault;
(b) that any claims under this warranty need to be made in writing to the window manufacturer within 7 days of the fault first becoming apparent;
(c) that this warranty is not transferable and only applies to the original purchaser, unless the window manufacturer agrees otherwise in writing;
(d) that this warranty only applies:
(i) where the Product has been maintained in accordance with the maintenance procedure specified;
(ii) to a defect in the workmanship or a defect that is directly attributable to a defect in the material of the Product; and
(iii) where the purchaser has paid in full for the supply (and installation if applicable) of the window joinery;
(e) that the warranty does not apply to any:
(i) glass or glazing materials used in the joinery;
(ii) defects due to any cause beyond the manufacturer's control including, without limitation, defects in the structure to which the joinery has been affixed;
(iii) materials, hardware or componentry not manufactured by the window manufacturer;
(iv) weathertightness - where the contract is one of manufacture and supply only, the junction between joinery and cladding systems is the responsibility of the builder;
(f) that the window manufacturer will not be liable for any consequential, indirect or special damage or loss including, without limitation, any loss of profits;
(g) that the warranty does not apply to any fault caused by incorrect installation by anyone other than the window manufacturer or its authorised agents, and/or any installation otherwise than in accordance with the installation guide current at the time of supply.
3. This warranty is given by the manufacturer of Altus NZ Limited products.


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This is the newest trend in cake decorating that you don't want to miss. We use high-quality, food-grade ink to ensure that your Edible Image Decoration has true, vibrant colors. I used only highest quality icing sheet on the market.
(1/8 Cake sheets are sized about 8"x5")
(1/2 Cake sheets are sized about 17"x12")
(1/4 Cake sheet are sized about 8"x11")
They can be applied to all types of mediums: • cakes, cupcakes, cookies, cake pops • buttercream • royal icing • chocolate (poured or pre-made) • fondant • isomalt • icecream ,etc.
Your picture will be printed with food color on an actual layer of icing. We use the best quality icing sheets and food colors on the market.
These icing sheets are easy to use. Just remove the edible cake topper off the backing and lay it on the top of your cake. We will send you detailed step-by-step instructions with your order. Cake sheets do not need to be refrigerated, however keep them away from humidity and light by storing them in a cool, dark space, sealed in a plastic bag. Sheets can last up to 12 months when properly stored.
Please note that depending on your screen, COLORS MAY VARY SLIGHTLY. Frosting sheets and edible inks are FDA approved and kosher certified, contain no known allergens, are dairy free and gluten free.
Keep your frosting sheet in its zip-lock bag on a flat surface until you are ready to use. They do not need refrigeration! Keep the image at room temperature, out of any direct light.
Please note: these edible pictures are printed on an actual layer of icing with food colors. For that reason the picture may not perfectly look like the picture you see on your screen. It will still be a high quality picture you can enjoy.
Copyright Disclaimer: The characters or personalities utilized in the designs ARE NOT being sold. They are free and are only being used to personalize your party item. I do not claim ownership of these licensed characters. They are for personal use only for a one time party. They only last a couple hours after put on a cake and are not meant for memorabilia. All rights and ownership remain with the respective owners.
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Awake and Arise
Awake and arise, oh ye slumbering nations!
The heavens have opened their portals again.
The last and the greatest of all dispensations
Has burst like a dawn o'er the children of men!
The dream of the poet, the crown of the ages,
The time which the prophets of Israel foretold,
That glorious day only dreamed by the sages
Is yours, oh ye slumbering nations, behold!
Oh, lift up your voices in song and in story.
Let banners of peace in all lands be unfurled.
For truth, heaven born, in its beauty and glory.
Is marching triumphantly over the world.
Text: Theodore Curtis
Music: Carolee Green
Artist: Curtis/Green
Album: Music Published in the Church Magazines: Ensign
Composition Date: 1984-03-01
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Gold on Track for Worst Quarter in Decades
Gold price continued to slide on Friday, hitting the lowest level in almost three years. Matt Day discusses. Photo: Getty Images.
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Experience the breathtaking detail of the Atlantic Ocean floor with this fascinating map. Included on this map is the article "Diving Into Our Past" which explains the technology behind underwater archeaology. The Mediterranean Sea and parts of the South Pacific are also shown on this remarkable work which was published in January 1990 with a map of the Arctic Ocean floor.
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Whether pedaling to Rock Vegas with the top down or boarding a pterodactyl flight to Hollyrock, no self-respecting cave man leaves his igneous abode without proper eye wear. Now, both the stone age man about town and modern cool hunters can rock a pair of retro wayfarers made of, well, rock.
Shwood Eyewear of Portland, Oregon has one-upped its unique brand of wood-framed shades with the new Stone collection—a line of slate-wrapped sunglasses. As you can see above, the Stones aren't completely constructed from slate—geez no, they'd weigh a ton and shatter the first time you dropped them—but rather use a birch wood frame to support a stone veneer and hand-inlaid pewter accents. Available in both the traditional wayfarer shape and the more rounded Belmont style in either black or white slate and a choice of lenses, only 200 pair will be produced. Though at $325 a pop, you might need to work some extra shifts at the quarry to afford them. [Shwood via Uncrate]


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September 20, 2011
Basehor-Linwood sophomore Sarah Rehm competes at the Bonner Springs Invitational.
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Braves, Bobcats post fast times at Bonner Springs Invitational
Speed is always at a premium at the Kansas Speedway, so it proved to be the ideal setting for the new home of the Bonner Springs Invitational.
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