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The newly approved merger between Universal Music Group and EMI gives one company the power to dictate the future of digital music.
Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?
Earlier today, the government's antitrust watchdog, the Federal Trade Commission, greenlighted the merger of two of the big four record labels, Universal Music Group and EMI. Once these two giants are done shacking up together, the combined company will control more than 40 percent of the music market. As far as corporate supergroups go, this one is awful. Like, LouTallica bad.
We're now talking about a company that will single-handedly control the rights to a disproportionate chunk of the world's most popular artists, past and present, without whose catalogs it will be practically impossible to sustain any sort of new, inventive digital music service. The Beatles, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Marvin Gaye, Nirvana, and The Beastie Boys (among many others) are all on the verge of becoming label mates. And their label is going to be very powerful. Spotify and Grooveshark? Be afraid. Universal-EMI has got your whole world in its hands.
Here's how Paul Vidich, a one-time Warner music executive who was involved in signing his label up for iTunes, described a post-merger playing field in a lengthy feature by Huffington Post reporters Zach Carter and Jason Cherkis:
"Without a UMG-EMI license, they won't have a business," said Vidich, referring to new digital startups. "Within the new UMG-EMI there will be only a handful of senior executives who make these key licensing decisions. So this small group will become the gatekeepers for music startups that require these licenses. The psychology, pay packages and strategic interests of these executives will have an outsized impact on diversity and innovation in the entire online music industry."
Finally, there's the bit about digital streaming services. Here's their reasoning in full:
Commission staff found considerable evidence that each leading interactive streaming service must carry the music of each Major to be competitive. Because each Major currently controls recorded music necessary for these streaming services, the music is more complementary than substitutable in this context, leading to limited direct competition between Universal and EMI. In the end, insufficient evidence existed showing that Universal and EMI offer products that could be viewed by streaming services as direct substitutes.
So apparently, because each of the major labels already had such an upper hand over the budding streaming services, letting two of them combine their heft won't really hurt anyone. Which, is, as Mr. Vidich's quote up above suggested, a pretty flimsy rationale. With four major labels, music startups could at least try to play one off the other, with the hope that the pressure to promote artists will encourage them to strike deals. Now UMG has the power to smother these services in their cradle.
As cartoon Gene Simmons would say: That. Does. Not. Rock.
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UC Davis General Surgery Residency Program is designed to train the best clinical surgeons and leaders. We achieve this in three ways.
The first is our diversity of clinical training. The centerpiece of the program is UC Davis Medical Center, a tertiary referral center for Northern California. The surgical care at the university includes trauma, acute care surgery, surgical critical care, vascular, surgical oncology, transplant, pediatric, burns and general surgery, including minimally invasive, bariatrics and robotic. The clinical experience at the University is augmented by our robust outside rotations in all clinical settings (private practice, HMO, military, VA, and charitable care). We understand that general surgery is shifting toward more subspecialization. To train our residents in this environment we have developed flexible training tracks in the final years of training to refocus clinical training into the resident's area of future specialization
Second is the research excellence at UC Davis and within the Department of Surgery. Cutting edge surgical research augments the clinical aspects of our training program. Many of the faculty in the department are funded and welcome resident participation in their research. Residents are able to take advantage of the Center for Regenerative Medicine, the Vet School at UC Davis, the Clinical Investigation Facility at Travis AFB, and the Center for Comparative Effectiveness Research. Projects encompassing both clinical and basic science research designed to better prepare our residents for fellowships, academic or private practice.
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It's become in vogue by progressives to adopt the right-wing acronym "MSM" to refer to the "mainstream media". It's quite common on this site as well as elsewhere (Arianna uses it here).
I've written before about this (too lazy to search for it). It's a ridiculous term to adopt.
First of all, it's a right-wing pejorative, and I'd rather we not adopt their language and frames.
But more importantly, by calling them "mainstream media", we are saying that we ourselves aren't mainstream, and that's not something I'm willing to concede. This site gets far more readers than most "mainstream media" publications, so why are they mainstream, while we are, by definition, the fringe?
Let the right wingers place themselves out of the mainstream. That's where they belong, with Mr. 25% and the dead-enders who believe fairy tales of a pacified, democratic, pro-Israel Iraq and raft-building kangaroos.
We, on the other hand, are firmly on the mainstream on just about every major issue facing our country, and our numbers are growing. We aren't outside the mainstream, we are representatives of the mainstream, and the country is embracing what we're selling.
In 2002 the electorate was equally divided between Democrats and Democratic-leaners (43%) and Republicans and Republican-leaners (43%). Today only 35% align themselves with Republicans, and 50% with Democrats. The Republicans are doing particularly badly among independents (the fastest-growing group in the electorate) and younger voters. The proportion of 18-25-year-olds who identify with the Republican Party has declined from 55% in 1991 to 35% in 2006, according to Pew. Tony Fabrizio, a Republican pollster, notes that the share of Republican voters aged 55 and over has increased from 28% in 1997 to 41% today, whereas the share aged 18-34 has fallen from 25% to 17%. No wonder Ken Mehlman, a former Republican Party chairman who oversaw George Bush's 2004 victory, is now advising hedge funds on how to deal with a Democratic-leaning America.
So if not "MSM" (god, that word is like nails on a chalkboard to me!), then what?
"Corporate media" can work. But my preferred term is "traditional media" -- a nice, neutral, non-negative way to differentiate old media versus the newfangled stuff.
But wait, say some, why do we want a "nice" and "neutral" term for those newspaper and television guys? Aren't we supposed to hate them?
Absolutely not. We need an effective media, one that reports the truth, whatever it may be.
The right wing needs to co-opt or destroy the traditional media because, quite frankly, reality isn't a friend of conservative ideology. The last thing they need is anyone reporting "the truth". Instead, they need to create their own alternate reality to justify their beliefs. And any bit of reality that doesn't conform to their rigid conservative ideology is "liberal".
That's why conservatives seek to denigrate, destroy, and belittle traditional media outlets, trying to scare them from reporting "truth" and "reality".
We don't need to join those efforts. Sure, we need to keep the media honest, but as an institution, it's important they exist and do their job well. And insulting and dismissing them out of hand, using the same language the right-wingers use, doesn't help us achieve that goal.
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27 Gifts for the Millennial Woman in your life! Something for everyone, from practical to fun, cozy, and delicious! You can be sure she will love these gift ideas and will actually use them!
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Okay! Here is the last gift guide for the holiday season! These are quite a bit of work, but we never get tired of all these fun ideas! I know I've personally found some cool new things that I have "saved for later". It's almost impossible to come away from the interwebs without at least a few new "wants". For this last gift guide, there isn't necessarily a theme, but just some things I love or think are neat! Since I'm a "young" millennial woman, these picks can fall into that broad category (really, what does millennial even mean?!) Now, sit back, relax, browse, and get gifting (for the holidays or not!)
1: Plaid Blanket Scarf – If your millennial woman doesn't have a blanket scarf yet…you need to fix that for her! The coziest!
2: Mini KitchenAid Stand Mixer – Of course this comes out after I get my full size, but a mini one might just be perfect for a millennial gal (who isn't a professional chef such as myself who needs every appliance possible…bahaha!)
3: Mini Tripod – This can be used for the iPhone, other cell phones, and even cameras! Perfect for Facebook live perhaps?
4: Aurorae Classic Yoga Mat – Aka the best yoga mat! The one I personally use, in the solar color, literally is the best!
5: Nubian Heritage Lotion – I discovered this organic and natural line of skincare products at the GFAF Expo this year and an obsessed! All of the scents they have (from soaps to lotions) are amazing and don't bother my sensitive skin!
6: Amazon Echo Dot – Control all your devices and blast some tunes with this voice-controlled little dot 😉
7: GUESS Seductive Perfume – This is my favorite perfume and any millennial woman wants to smell "seductive" (haha!)
8: Cozy Oversized Beanie – I always have a beanie on in the winter. They are so cozy and you don't have to worry about styling your hair!
9: MyYogaWorks Subscription – The best online yoga resource for everyone and every level! My favorite (use YOGA49 at check out until 12/31 to pay only 1/3 of the annual membership price!) <3
10: Himalayan Crystal Salt Lamp – These are perfect for stress reduction, a spa day, or even while practicing all that yoga 😉
11: Instant Ice Cream Maker – Hello instant soft serve ice cream (frozen yogurt, gelato, or granitas) just how you want it!
12: Dust Buster Hand Vac – No millennial woman wants all those crumbs, dust, and spills cramping their interior style 😉 A hand vac is a must!
13: Moccasins – If I don't have my workout sneakers on, I'm wearing moccasins! They are so cozy, so easy to slip on and off, and so many colors to match anything you're wearing!
14: Chocolate Fondue Fountain – Um…does this need an explanation? Perfect for a party, girls night, or you know…a"self-care" weekend!
15: French Press – Make fancy French press coffee AND tea (which blew my mind…hand no idea you could do tea too!)
16: Ivory Ella Apparel – Obsessed! I currently have the Cameo Blue Floral Long Sleeve Tee and the Indigo Cobblestone Sweatshirt. Not only am I obsessed with these cozy cute clothes, but 10% of Ivory Ella's profits goes to the Save the Elephants organization! Globally giving back in style!
17: Laptop Stand with Swivel Base – Some of us can't get or don't have room for a full standing desk, but a laptop stand fixes that problem in a much more "small space" appropriate way and you can move it to any room you need!
18: Portable Charger – And just like that we find ourselves with a dying phone or laptop but no outlet! Look no further than the solution of a portable charger!
19: Super Cozy Full-Length Robe – After I take my shower each day, I put on my robe and it doesn't come off until I go to sleep #GrandmaStatus (but so damn cozy!)
20: Heat Conducting Ice Cream Scoop – Ever have trouble scooping out rock hard ice cream? Not with this bad boy! Easy scooping to the max!
21: 14,000 Things To Be Happy About – Sometimes we all need a little reminder on what we have to be happy about! Everyone is bound to find something that they can relate to in here!
22: Cellphone Hand Strap – For anyone who tends to drop their phone on the go, runners, etc., this strap keeps that phone securely in your hand!
23: Design The Life You Love – A step-by-step guide to creating your perfect life and future plans!
24: 88 Acres Gift Box – You know I love 88 Acres and they have some fabulous gift boxes for the holiday season! There are a few different ones: the Hygge Box, Snacktime Box, Smoothie Lover Box, and the 88 Acres Gift Pack. You can get 10% off any gift item with the code: STRENGTHSUNSHINE. (And their new seed butters are available!)
25: Q&A A Day 5-Year Journal – I love mine! I'm finishing up my second year with it! It's become my nightly ritual to fill out a sentence or two for the current day's question. It's fun to look back!
26: BeSolFul All Natural & Cruelty-Free Homemade Body Care Products – My beautiful friend Mandy has some amazing body care products on her Esty shop, like roll-on essential oils!
27: Mini 1.5 Quart Slow Cooker – This is a college student's dream! A mini little slow cooker that can fit in any dorm, apartment, etc! All you need and nothing more for quick and easy meals!
I know you have enough ideas now! When it comes to gifts for girls, I'm not one to ask for much "girly things". I'm asking for a laptop and new chef's knife! Haha! But there are some fabulous products I personally own and love and/or want that I know I'm not the only millennial who has their eye on or could use and love them! Shop away!
So tell me:
+ What's the #1 thing on your wishlist this year?
+ What was your favorite gift you received last year?
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Some people who try smoking cigarettes never become addicted. Now scientists have found that these people are less susceptible to tobacco addiction because their bodies break down less of its addictive component, nicotine. The findings, reported in tomorrow's issue of Nature, may lead to drugs that block nicotine metabolism and help addicted smokers quit.
In past studies targeting the molecular roots of nicotine addiction, pharmacologist Rachel Tyndale of the University of Toronto and her colleagues identified an enzyme, called CYP2A6, that breaks down more than 48% of the nicotine from smoking. Because an estimated 18.5% of the population carries one or two defective copies of the CYP2A6 gene and can't metabolize nicotine well, the team wondered if these people were protected from nicotine addiction. That's because addicts crave nicotine because their bodies are so efficient at breaking down the chemical.
To see which versions of the CYP2A6 enzyme smokers carry, the researchers extracted CYP2A6 genes from the white blood cells of 244 smokers and from 184 people who had tried cigarettes but who, not having developed a habit, became nonsmokers. After making millions of copies of the genes, they sorted them with enzymes that cut the variants into different sizes. The researchers found that nonsmokers who had not become addicted were 51% more likely to have defective CYP2A6 variants than smokers. Smokers with defective CYP2A6 enzymes smoked 23% fewer cigarettes each week, suggesting that inhibitors of these enzymes may one day help smokers cut down on the number of cigarettes they smoke.
"This is the first study that demonstrates a genetic mechanism that could render you more vulnerable to nicotine addiction," says Alan Leshner, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The enzymes may also help explain why some smokers just can't quit cold turkey, says oral pathologist Brad Rodu of the University of Alabama, Birmingham. The fact that drugs that block CYP2A6 may help these "inveterate smokers" cut down and quit, Rodu adds, "is very exciting and very interesting."


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Hi my name is Daniel. I was a participant in BUiLD Abroad's 2015 Summer program in Vietnam with Bloom Microfinance, which assists female farmers in rural areas in northern Vietnam, by providing microloans to help fund entrepreneurial activities. This was my first experience on a BUiLD Abroad trip.
The core of the trip involved two elements – seminars on microfinance held in Hanoi, and then two field trips to Hoa Binh province, where Bloom centred its microfinance activities. The seminars were conducted by Ly, the program director, who was able to contextualize our learnings from the seminar to real world cases of microfinance and impoverished conditions in which her clients lived. Our field trips to Hoa Binh were equally eye opening. It was often confronting to see the difficult economic and social conditions in which Bloom's clients lived, and some members were visibly distressed to witness people living in such conditions. We were also able to vividly witness the life-changing transformations that microfinance could offer to these disadvantaged communities, where loans of a few hundred dollars to entrepreneurial individuals could fund business ideas that benefit entire communities. It would be safe to say that life perspectives of many were changed through this trip.
Aside from serious life learning, there was also serious fun to be had. My personal highlight was our overnight tour of Halong Bay by boat. Our boat cruised through the hundreds of beautiful islands that make up the bay, which was one of the most beautiful experiences I have had. There was even a chance to go kayaking to the islands, swimming at an island beach, and moonlight squid fishing. We were also given a bicycle tour of beautiful Ninh Binh and a hiking tour of Cuc Phuong National Park. All these trips were absolutely brilliant and unforgettable. On top of all this, I have gained valuable friends at UTS through the trip, with whom I still keep in contact with and discuss further BUiLD experiences for the future.
To those who may be considering on going on a BUiLD Abroad Trip to Vietnam – just do it. I absolutely recommend this trip to all. This trip has grown me in more ways than I can imagine, and am still enjoying the benefits of it today. The BUiLD Grants make these trips very accessible and the benefits from these trips are just too irresistible to ignore.
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El Vergel (Ref:2629)
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- 75m2
- WiFi
- Private Pool
El Vergel is located in Caleta de Fuste on the Spanish island of Fuerteventura. This detached vacation rental property is air-conditioned and sleeps up to 6 people with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms along with private, heated, swimming pool.
Lounge, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Private Pool and Garden
Living Room
The Air Conditioned living room has sofas, WiFi Internet, Satellite TV, DVD player and dining area. There are patio doors to the pool terrace.
The kitchen features: full oven, cooking hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, filter coffee machine, toaster and kettle. There is also a Barbecue.
El Vergel has 3 bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 has a double bed. En suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 has 2 single beds.
Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds.
El Vergel can sleep up to 6 people. (FREE Travel Crib and Highchair available on request.)
El Vergel has 3 Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1 is an en suite bathroom, bath with shower. W/C.
Bathroom 2, bath with shower. W/C.
Bathroom 3. W/C.
Maid service, bath towels and hand towels are included.
Swimming Pool
Private Pool Size: 12.0m x 5.0m
Depths: Shallow=1.10m; Deep End=1.85m
Aspect:Pool Access: Ladder
Additional Pool Features: Heated Pool, Poolside Dining Area, Sun Beds and Pergola
- 24/7 Guest Concierge
- Villa with Private Pool
- Detached Villa
- Private Tended Gardens
- Private Off Road Parking
- WiFi Internet
- DVD Player
- Satellite TV (Local Channels Only)
- Cleaning Included
- Towels and Linen Provided
- Cot and Highchair on request
- Dishwasher
- Washing Machine
- A/C - Air-Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Ironing Facilities
- Reading Books
- Sauna
- Heated Pool
- Poolside Dining Area
- Pool Sun Beds
- Pergola
- Garden BBQ
- Valuables Safety Box
Property Location
El Vergel Reviews
It was a perfect vacation! The villa was well equipped especially the kitchen! The pool is really large.
We had a wonderful stay at El Vergel. The villa is in a great location only a short drive from the airport and centrally located to explore the island. A 15 minute walk and you are at the shops and beach. We enjoyed walking a bit further into town each evening along the seafront. The villa need of a bit of love to make it amazing. However, as we spent the majority of our time outside, this did not affect our fun. The pool is fabulous - a great size and clean. Although there are villas either side, it is still very private and quiet (except for the airplanes coming in to land), and the odd bus turning at the roundabout for the hotel just in front. The planes were not constant or a nuisance and my children actually enjoyed a bit of plane-spotting and guessing where each plane had come from!!
5* holiday We absolutely loved the villa. It was so peaceful. We shall be returning.
If the pool had been clear when we arrived we would have said the holiday was perfect. We loved the layout of the villa, eapecially the outdoor eating area. It was a wonderfully quiet area and yet it was ery close to the shops and beach. We found some lovely beach front cafes. Agni Travel staff were brilliant and very helpful when we needed them. We look forward to booking with you again.
Excellent location as a base for family holiday with most things you need on site. Proximity to shopping centre a plus. Excellent service from Agni who quickly respond to any queries or issues.
Lovely location and Villa. We could not believe how lucky we were; made us feel so special! Pool was huge and each morning waking up and taking a refreshing dip then having breakfast on a sun bed! Heaven!
Quiet, spacious and has excellent location We stayed at El Vergel and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would certainly like to return again next year.
Wonderful! Enjoyed the villa so much we are now rebooking!! Thankyou
Villa was perfect, better than what we thought it was going to be. Pool was brilliant size. Beautiful surroundings. Would definitely recommend to other and hoping to book again for next year
Lovely clean villa. Larger than expected. Very peaceful location. Owner is very pleasant and helpful. He leaves u to ur own devices but only a phone call away if u need him. Loved our stay here very relaxing. Restaurants and shops nearby. I will definitely book again.
Great place for a group & family stay. All the equipment you need. A nice pool. Very spacious. Responsive team. Highly recommend for a stay in the region.
Espectacular villa con todo lo necesario (y más) para deisfrutar de unas vacaciones perfectas!!! Es incluso mejor de lo que se muestra en las fotos. Sin duda, si vuelvo a Fuerteventura volveré a esta villa. Y por supuesto se la recomendaré a quien me pregunte!!!!! Spectacular villa with everything you need (and more) to enjoy a perfect vacation !!! It is even better than what is shown in the photos. Without a doubt, if I return to Fuerteventura I will return to this village. And of course I will recommend it to anyone who asks me !!!!!
had a fantastic time here, the villa is a bit dated and cluttered inside but the outside area makes up for it as we never spent much time inside. It's all about been outside here. Everything you need here and the views are to die for, I've stayed in lots of villas in caleta, it has been our favourite will definitely return.
What a gorgeous villa!!!! Our stay in Villa El Vergel was really enjoyable. This wonderful company provided all we could ask for and were very attentive in all communications. The villa looks exactly as shown in the photographs and all inclusions were of excellent quality--such a beauty! The full kitchen made holiday life easy. It was fully equipped for us. Bathrooms were wonderful with quality fittings and soft towels were provided. We used the outdoor pools space frequently. First thing in the morning, we would be ready to start our day in the sunny pool terrace. In the evenings, we would also find ourselves in the pool for nightly relaxation. Everywhere you would want to go is in such close proximity. We would highly recommend this property. Its a clean, comfortable, quality villa.
Parfait, la villa est très bien équipé. Le quartier est calme. Nous sommes très satisfait de l'esemble du séjour. Merci à toute l'equipe. Perfect, the villa is very well equipped. The neighborhood is calm. We are very satisfied with the entire stay. Thanks to the whole team.
This villa is 100 metres from a beautiful 5* hotel, that had great entertainment most evenings, and a superb heated pool.
The villa is spacious and clean, with the most beautiful roof terrace with sea views, perfect for early evening drinks.
Close to the airport, so quick transfer, and easy to walk to the shops, beaches and bars, but if you prefer, a courtesy bus regularly runs to the town centre.
Would definitely recommend this villa and location to my friends.


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Confidential player surveys and anonymous front-office evaluations are good for cheap, easy Internet traffic. Few of us can resist scanning the results, even if it's akin to some pathetic grade-school slam book or anonymous Internet bullying.
As such, it's become a staple of modern "journalism" and this week, like most, it left another group of scorned players and coaches trying to brush off critics they can't confront.
Pro Football Weekly allowed an unnamed "rival GM" to continue his recurring battle of insults with a named Detroit Lion, center Dominic Raiola. Meanwhile, The Sporting News publicized the latest anonymous player poll, which promptly bashed the New York Jets' Rex Ryan as the league's "most overrated coach."
On Wednesday, Raiola and Ryan were confronted with the results. The men who aren't man enough to put their names to the attacks – and the media that provided them the forum – weren't.
Unnamed sources should be used for conveying sensitive information. Sometimes an identity needs to be protected for a truth to come out. To offer anonymity for pointless, mean-spirited NFL rip jobs is ridiculous. This isn't Woodward and Bernstein stuff.
Polls that offer confidentiality can yield interesting and insightful information that readers won't get any other way. If asked to choose the best quarterback or coach, a voter could choose someone outside their organization with no fear of hurt feelings.
Nothing is gleaned from "most overrated" or just about any other negative question. It's just a chance for the voters to unload and the rest of us to laugh. As for allowing a hidden GM to have a one-way punk session on a helpless player, well, that is just a sad grasp for relevancy.
[More: Bears will allow player to miss a game for daughter's birth]
Raiola fought back aggressively Wednesday in what is now his second round of insults with Pro Football Weekly and some nameless general manager. Last month the unnamed GM blasted the Lions executives, coaches and players. Raiola defended his teammates and bosses at the time calling it "a coward statement" because no one attached their name to it.
Undeterred, the GM responded to the response via PFW on Sunday. He decided to double down on Raiola.
"I saw Dominic Raiola called me out, asking who the aimless, anonymous GM is who criticized the great Lions," PFW quoted the aimless, anonymous GM. "Who is this person? It's the guy who rejects you every time he watches your tape and thinks you are a complete fraud. It's the guy who didn't think you could play when you came out of college and still doesn't think you can play now.
"If he spent as much time working the other muscles in his body as he does his jaw, he might have had the chance to be an average backup," the GM continued. "You can put that in print."
You can put that in print! Ah, what a tough guy, a line right out of a movie or something. There's a clique of seventh-grade girls somewhere who are so impressed.
Raiola, clearly upset and wearing a T-shirt that read "God forgives, Detroit doesn't", called the GM and PFW "gutless." [PFW has since taken down the GM's quote.]
"If you're his family, how do you even call this guy a man of your house?" Raiola asked reporters.
The answer: There's no way he'd admit to his kids he acted so cravenly.
[More: 2012 NFL All-Midseason Team | Midseason Awards]
Meanwhile, Ryan went with a comedic defense mechanism to laugh off being called the league's "most overrated coach," finishing ahead of the New England Patriots' Bill Belichick 35 to 16 in a poll of 103 players.
''Hey, I finally beat Belichick," Ryan said Wednesday. "I got him. I knew it would take time, but I finally got him.''
Later, though, he sort of sighed at the podium and declared, albeit with his trademark grin, "I mean golly, like it hadn't been a tough enough year."
That was probably a more accurate reaction.
Look, the NFL is a tough league, a cutthroat business and everyone involved is well compensated, so some of this comes with the territory. Fans, media, everyone has an opinion. That much is understood. It's always been that way.
This is different, though. No one wants to be called names, let alone have to answer questions about being called names by someone who is nameless. And while there is no statistical proof that this kind of "media content" is on the rise, it sure feels that way. Just two weeks ago, a Sports Illustrated survey revealed that Ryan's starting quarterback (Mark Sanchez) and backup (Tim Tebow) were the two most "overrated" players in the league.
Maybe that explains the Jets 3-5 record then. Or maybe their struggles have something to do with Darrelle Revis getting injured.
Can the NFL grow up? We know some in the media appear incapable of acting in a decent, accountable manner if there is money to be made. When it comes to the players though, one of the admirable parts of the league is the camaraderie. Football is hard. It's violent. It's fleeting.
Players and coaches go to battle and then after they mostly shake hands. They don't have to get along, of course. No one is demanding that they all love each other. If you want to snipe at one other, have at it.
Just try to keep it reasonable and stand up when you're speaking out. Secretly belittling a peer is just pathetic.
Raiola is in his 12th season as an undersized center out of Nebraska. You'll never find a quote from him claiming he is some legendary star. He's well aware that he's a working man's player, doing the best he can, grateful for the opportunity to play in the NFL.
Besides, if he apparently isn't any good yet has made millions living his dream, shouldn't the GM be celebrating his resilience?
Ryan, of course, all but asks for the bull's-eye. Part of that is his personality. Part of it is a calculated move to shield criticism from his players. It doesn't mean he deserves this. And isn't overrated better than irrelevant? Isn't that more a product of coaching in New York and being successful? Were the respondents even read a definition of overrated before answering, so there was consistency to the process, like an actual scientific poll would require?
Ryan wasn't backing down Wednesday, still talking about the Jets making the playoffs, even with a losing record and a tough game in Seattle on Sunday.
"Look, my confidence will never waver, ever," Ryan said. "To do great things, extraordinary things, you're always going to have skeptics. There's no doubt about that. You always have them, and I understand that comes with the territory. But I understand this: I don't buy into it."
[More: Pete Carroll might have been right about Mark Sanchez]
So while Raiola fumed, Ryan tried to spin it back around. He may be overrated, but when it comes to free agency, most of those guys will gladly shut up and come running to play for the Jets.
"Poll the same players about who they want to play for," Ryan said. "I'll probably end up where I always am, right at the top with [Pittsburgh coach Mike] Tomlin. [It's] either me or Mike Tomlin, one or two, of [who] the guys want to play for. I don't think that will change. "As long as they want to come here and play and I'm overrated, that's fine."
It was a far more mature response than the players or the publication deserved.
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A mouse startled customers when it jumped into a deep fryer at a Central Texas Whataburger restaurant. The incident happened in full view of paying customers at a Whataburger in Bastrop, Texas on Sunday morning.
A Facebook user shared video of the mouse running around on a countertop near the deep fryer station. The Facebook user provided narration as a customer went behind the counter to trap the mouse.
As the customer attempted to catch the mouse, the terrified critter leaped into the deep fryer full of hot grease.
Brushawn Lewis, who uploaded the video, wrote, "This s--- is crazy I'm at whataburger in Bastrop Tx. It's a damn rat just out in the open!".
"Oh, he went in the grease! That h*e is fried!" said Lewis. The video was viewed over 1 million times.
A restaurant worker offered refunds to customers who waited patiently for their orders.
A spokesman for Whataburger restaurants responded to the Facebook post, saying the particular Whataburger location was shut down and "sanitized".
"Thank you for bringing this to our attention. At Whataburger, cleanliness and food safety are top priorities for us. In this instance, we closed the restaurant out of an abundance of caution and notified pest control. The entire restaurant has since been cleaned and sanitized. We addressed this situation as quickly as possible, reinforcing procedures with our Family Members. While we'll continue to be very diligent, it's important to know there was no history of this type incident at this unit and there is no ongoing issue. A member of our team would like to reach out and address any concerns. Can you please share your contact information with us?"


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LUNCHTIME POLL: What's Your Favorite Facebook Application?
Yes, it's that time once again, folks — time for the weekly Lunchtime Poll!
Since we already know what your favorite iPhone apps are, we thought we'd turn our attention to another application platform: Facebook. And in light of the upcoming changes that could breathe new life into Facebook apps, it seems like a good time to talk about our favorites.
Are you in? Let's roll the question:
What's your favorite Facebook app?
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Sharon Feder: I don't use Facebook apps that often, but I do enjoy a good game of Scramble every once in a while.
Josh Catone: I actually don't use too many Facebook applications anymore, not since Scrabulous went bye bye (Wordscraper just isn't as good). But when I do, it's usually for a game of Prolific. I also play Scramble on my iPhone, and it connects to Facebook ... though that doesn't really count, I guess. Clearly, I like word games. ;)
Ben Parr: There just isn't a Facebook App I use regularly anymore.
Jennifer Van Grove: Yeah, me neither.
Adam Ostrow: Me 3. Unless my Twitter Box counts.
Barb Dybwad: I'm a fan of Grooveshark's Share a Song app. Super simple: search for a track and post it to your Wall or send it out to friends. I also use the Twitter app and the My Flickr app to automagically bring in tweets and pics, respectively.
Stan Schroeder: I'd be lying if I said I ever used any of them for more than a couple of days. Zynga Poker?
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Apprentice mechanic stole pair of pruning shears thinking they were a tin cutter
A Stradbally man training as an apprentice mechanic thought a pair of pruning shears he had stolen was actually a tin cutter.
So said the defence solicitor for Francis Mullen, Ballymaddock, Stradbally, charged with theft from TK Maxx, Kyle Shopping Centre, Portlaoise, on January 30 this year.
Inspector Aidan Farrelly said that CCTV footage from the store was viewed and the defendant was then contacted by gardaí.
Mullen attended at Portlaoise Garda Station where he returned a pair of pruning shears, valued at €8.99, that he had stolen from the store.
Mullen had four previous convictions.
Defence, Ms Josephine Fitzpatrick admitted it had been a very foolish act.
She said Mullen entered the shop and thought the item was a tin cutter. She explained that Mullen was an apprentice mechanic and would have had use for the item. She said he appreciated the seriousness of the offence, as he had contact with tools himself every day in his work.
Ms Fitzpatrick said that Mullen had €50 in court, by way of compensation to TK Maxx.
She concluded by saying that all of Mullen's previous convictions were for offences under the road traffic act.
Judge Catherine Staines ordered that the money be handed over and she applied the probation act, section 1.1.


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The California Hepatitis A Outbreak Is Highly Contagious and May Put Us All at Risk
It was just a few months ago when California declared a public health emergency in regards to the current hepatitis A outbreak. The issue really began in 2016, but until recently, it's flown under the radar. Now, with an alarming number of people catching the disease, local health departments are working furiously to contain the problem before it spreads even more.
If you're not a California resident, you surely have nothing to worry about — right? Unlike other forms of hepatitis, this one can easily pass from person to person, which should concern you. Here's what you need to know about the disease and whether or not you may be at risk.
Hepatitis A is proving to be seriously deadly
In case you're unfamiliar, hepatitis A is an infection that causes inflammation and damage to the liver. Usually it's hepatitis B and C that are bigger cause for concern, as these types of the disease have the potential to turn into chronic liver problems. But the scary part about hepatitis A is that it's highly contagious and can still cause serious illness, the CDC reports.
Here's the good news: If you contract hepatitis A, you probably won't sustain lasting liver damage and might just feel ill for a few weeks. With that said, the California Department of Public Health reports 21 people have died in the state as a result of the recent outbreak, so it may be deadlier than you think.
The strain currently affecting people in California is rare
The spread of hepatitis A is usually associated with a food-related outbreak. Marler Clark, a food safety law firm, explains fresh produce contaminated with the virus during harvesting or processing has caused illness in the past. And this can occur if the fecal matter of an infected person, such as the food handler, spreads to the product.
Hepatitis A can also spread if you unknowingly come into contact with others who have the virus. Sexual contact or sharing tools for drug use are other risk factors. And Slate notes reports are saying the current strain in California is rare in the U.S., but persisting nonetheless.
Here's who's most at risk
According to CNN, the virus is primarily affecting homeless communities. And their lack of access to clean bathroom facilities and poor hygiene is making the issue even worse. The virus is relatively stable, too, so it can survive for hours on your hands, or months on dry surfaces.
The Los Angeles Times notes certain parts of California, such as San Diego, are trying to help the problem by installing dozens of hand washing stations. More recently, they've also started cleaning the streets with bleach-spiked water.
Vaccines are helpful — but they're not reaching everyone
Public health workers are furiously trying to keep the situation under control by supplying vaccines. The Los Angeles Times says 57,000 people who are either homeless or using drugs in the San Diego county have been vaccinated. Surrounding counties have also hopped on the vaccination train in an effort to help stop the spread.
While the hepatitis A vaccine is incredibly effective, getting it to those who need it is still a challenge. Homeless people are more difficult to reach, and they're less likely to trust authority figures. They also may not be as concerned about the disease as others, and mental illness can play a role in whether or not they accept vaccination, too.
And the death toll is likely to rise
Hepatitis A usually isn't this deadly. In fact, only about one out of every 100 people who contract the disease dies from it. But the current population affected is more likely to have other underlying conditions that can make the situation worse. The CDPH explains homeless folks and drug users often have liver damage already from alcohol cirrhosis or hepatitis B and C infections. If they contract hepatitis A with this damage already present, it can kill.
The Los Angeles Times notes 17 people who died from hepatitis A in San Diego all had underlying health conditions. And unfortunately, some health officials think the outbreak is far from over.
This isn't the biggest hepatitis A outbreak to hit the country
While the vaccine generally helps keep hepatitis A at bay, one particularly bad outbreak hit the country in 2003. According to the Marler Clark Foodborne Illness Outbreak Database, customers and employees of a Chi-Chi's in Pennsylvania got the disease. There were at least 565 confirmed cases of hepatitis A from this incident, and three people died.
So, what was the culprit? It seems eating raw or undercooked green onions was the source of the outbreak. This just shows the disease can wreak major havoc on healthy, well-off populations. And there are already more deaths associated with the current California outbreak than the Chi-Chi's incident.
Know the symptoms of the disease
Step one in protecting yourself against the disease is understanding how it spreads. And since hepatitis A is highly contagious, step two is knowing the symptoms. WebMD explains you might develop jaundice, pain in your stomach, nausea, fever, diarrhea, or fatigue if you're infected.
It can take up to 50 days for a person with hepatitis A to show any of these signs, however, which makes controlling the disease difficult. And some infected people, particularly children, show no signs at all. Even though there's no cure, it's important to see a doctor if you believe you may be infected. They can monitor your liver and ensure you're healing properly.
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text: remkin Report post Posted August 14, 2014 (edited) The most interesting pair of stats on hits to me: #1 most hits by a team last year: LA Kings. Well there you go, gotta hit to win or be a good team... NOT SO FAST JOHNSON! #30 least hits by a NHL team last year: Chicago Blackhawks. When you eyeball the overall team hits list (and Kjun you just put yours in at this exact moment in my typing) there does not seem to be any kind of tight correlation w/ # of hits and success. The common explanation is that you basically hit people when you don't have the puck. So teams that have the puck all the time (Chicago, Detroit) end up lower on the hit parade. Also, ostensibly teams that hit less might play better positional defense. Seems like hits, much like team face-off win % might be an overrated stat. Not unimportant, but way down the list of important. Though, it probably is a style and identity thing. There are teams that will beat you up and wear you down and that can work (LA) there are teams that will have the puck all the time and outshoot you to death and that has worked pretty well for Detroit and Chicago. The Canes were middle of the pack at #18. This may be one of the key elements in the "team identity" talk. I would suspect w/ Peters coming from Detroit, we are going to try to be more of a possession, positional defense team which I think suits our current players better. Personally, while I like a big hit as much as the next guy, I like puck possession and outshooting the other team to death more, especially w/ this team as it sits. Edited August 14, 2014 by remkin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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Coed Varsity Swimming · Coed Varsity Swimming finishes 6th place at River View Invitational @ Coshocton HS
Multiple Teams · Panther Athletes Earn All-LCL Honors
Several Panther winter sports athletes earned all-LCL honors for the 2016-2017 season. FIRST TEAM : Cole Nethers (BBK), Carson Conley (BBK), Lexie Stough (GBK), Jarrett Strait (BBWL), Alex Cooper (BBWL), Katie Minton (GBWL), Jake Martinez (WR), Gunnar Carpenter (WR), Addison Fogle (WR), Tyler Hartless (WR) SECOND TEAM: Josh Lopez (BBK), Morgan Thomas (GBK), Siarra Hoover
Coed Varsity Swimming · Licking Valley High School Coed Varsity Swimming finishes 8th place
Saturday, February 4, 2017 11:15 AM Place 8 Points 54 Meet Recap Siarra Hoover finished 2nd place in the 200 yard Individual Medley in 2:29.58 to claim 2nd team LCL honors. Siarra also finished 7th in the 100 yard Fly in 1:16.42 . Alexandrea Nethers finished 8th in the 200 yard Individual Medley in 2:46.33
Coed Varsity Swimming · Licking Valley High School Coed Varsity Swimming finishes 12th place
Saturday, January 21, 2017 10:00 AM Place 12 Points 49 Meet Recap Siarra Hoover finished 2nd in the 50 meter free in a time of 31.03 seconds and she also claimed a 1st in the 100 meter back in 1:17.28. Alexandrea Nethers finished 7th in the 200 meter individual medley in 3:04.17. Opponents School Place


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what i am trying to reach, then when one will enter the IVR and press 5, for instance, it will forward him to Directory, which there the names and extensions of all people(Developers) will be announced.
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Real "creators of Champagne", the champenois winemakers have shaped, for generations, multifaceted champagne. They promote the expression of the terroir, with traditional, environmentally sound agricultural practices for the quality and the environment. Clotilde and Nicolas belong to this noble family of wine growers. Harvesters Récoltant Manipulant (RM), they have fully mastered their production, from the vine to the grape and the juice to the bottle.
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How To Care For Curtains And Draperies?
Curtains and draperies add a certain décor to a space and they are excellent at controlling the level of light that we let inside. But they are prone to gathering dust and dirt over time. Therefore, to keep them looking fresh and neat, you need to know how to maintain them properly. How you care for them depends on the type of fabric. You need to protect the fabric in order to make it last a while in good condition.
Not only dust and dirt, direct sunlight can be harmful to the fabrics. The degree of harm depends on the colour and quality of the fabric. If the curtain is of a light coloured material, it will reflect most of the light and have some resistance to fading. Dark coloured materials are more susceptible to fading as they absorb solar radiation. You can treat your window to resist sunlight or you can use blinds or shades behind the drapes or curtains as an extra layer of protection. External shading devices are also good at protecting small windows. There is no fixed frequency for cleaning curtains and drapes. It depends on how often they get dirty and that is dependent on where you live. You can generally wash your curtains once or twice a year. It will be easier for you to take them to a laundry service to ensure they get the best care.
When it comes to the daily care of line draperies, you can gently shake them when you close them at night. This way you can prevent the dust and dirt from sticking to the fabric. You can run a vacuum using the soft brush attachment every month to get most of the dust out. Check the label for washing instructions. You can either machine wash or hand wash using cool water and a mild laundry detergent. You can either line dry or tumble dry on a low setting. You shouldn't wash the draperies if the lining is not washable or if there are two types of fabric for the drapery and lining. Sometimes the drapes may be too big to be machine washed. And drapes with pleats may not retain their shape once they are machine washed. In such cases, it is better to go to a professional laundry service.
You have to check the labels for curtains as well. Remove all the hooks, clips, rings and other hardware prior to washing and check if the trims are attached. You can use a gentle cycle on the washing machine with soft laundry detergent. Letting the curtains dry naturally is the best option as long as you keep them out of direct sunlight. If the instructions permit it, you can tumble dry the curtains on a low setting. If you're ironing the curtains, make sure to iron them on the reverse side. Delicate materials such as lace are best washed by hand. You can dip them in a starch solution to give the fabric some extra body.


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A few years ago mindbodygreen.com said it well when they stated "We may cost more up front, but we're worth in in the long run", while talking about holistic physical therapy. Ultimately, more often than not, physical therapy is either a "traditional, insurance-driven practice or an alternative/holistic cash-based practice".
So why would one chose to pay cash when they pay their insurance premiums each month? I mean, why not take advantage of what you are already paying for right? The simple answer is what kind of care are you receiving and are you getting better? Typically, within the insurance driven world, the doctor is limited to one body part per visit. In holistic therapy the approach is interactive and inclusive meaning not just the body but the mind and soul too.
Have you ever heard "it's all in your head"? We, holistic PT's thrive on this as it is an opportunity for healing with the right tools. A large percentage of our clients come to use having numerous diagnostic imaging reports that are negative and they are left (without answers).
The greatest thing about being a holistic PT practice is I can give you the support you need (even between therapy sessions), only schedule appointments when they are necessary and not because there is a certain number written on a script pad, and I am your teammate. I am here for you to empower you and educate you throughout your healing journey.
So please, next time you need physical therapy, think about joining the shift and receiving personalized, individual and intimate care you and your body deserve.
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Researchers interviewed 500 men who abused their partners
Original Article: CBC News | Oct. 26, 2017
It is difficult to keep violence at home from having a deep and negative impact at work for both the victims and the perpetrators, says a new study.
Researchers at the University of Toronto and Western University spoke with 500 men, all perpetrators of domestic violence. The men came from all across Ontario and worked in a variety of jobs. Most were in heterosexual relationships.
The CBC's Conrad Collaco spoke with Katreena Scott of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at U of T., a researcher on the study. Here's an edited and abridged transcript of that conversation. You can listen to the full interview in the player at the top of this page.
Katreena Scott, Canada Research Chair in Family Violence Prevention and Intervention at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
Q: What did you learn about how the men in the study continued their abusive behaviour at their partner's workplace?
We found a number of different ways that happened. One-third of the men reported that they used workplace time and resources to continue to engage in emotionally abusive behaviour.
For example, saying something deliberately hurtful, degrading or intimidating to their partner or ex-partner. Or, using workplace time or resources to monitor her behaviour. For example, stopping by her home or workplace to make sure she was where she said she was going to be.
A second way was in the impact on productivity. Men reported that they felt distracted and had difficulty concentrating as a result of their domestic violence perpetration and the distress around that. They talked about missing days of work, having trouble getting to work or staying at work and being irritable and angry. They were not proud of the way they were able to work because they were so distracted and distressed by these issues.
Almost one in ten men reported that they caused or almost caused a workplace accident as a result of being distressed or pre-occupied by the domestic violence issues. A number of men talked about damageing equipment or dropping loads of very heavy materials.
One man talked about being assigned to patients in a medical setting talked about incorrectly administering medication to one of the patients.
Were you surprised that domestic violence extended into the workplace?
I was not. I think we sometimes have this view that work and home are entirely separate.
'It did surprise me the number of men who said they used workplace time and resources to physically drop by a partner's home or workplace to engage in abusive behaviour.'- Katreena Scott, researcher
That's an artificial separation. It did surprise me the number of men who said they used workplace time and resources to physically drop by a partner's home or workplace to engage in abusive behaviour.
That surprised me because that type of behaviour is going to be visible to her co-workers and his.
A lot of men said their workplaces were not open or fair or supportive. About half said that if they talked about domestic violence their workplaces wouldn't want to hear about that. As a result, only about one of three men talk to a co-worker or manager about these issues.
Q: What did you learn about how the work of the women who were the victims of domestic violence was affected?
Important question. This study was the second of two. The first study, in 2014, learned that the women who were victims, their workplaces were impacted by their own distress.
Their co-workers were also impacted. There were impacts on productivity, on missed days of work and on feelings of distress.
Q: What kind of support in the workplace exists for women who are victims of domestic violence?
We need to think about the workplace policies, educations and supports for both victims and perpetrators. Some of the work we are doing now is to try to think about how we make sure victims of violence are safe in the workplace. We need to make sure our workplaces are equipped to have conversations about domestic violence.
How do workplaces partner with community resources so that perpetrators of domestic violence get the help they need to change.
Q: What happened to the men you spoke with when their employer found out about their domestic violence charge?
About one quarter of the men reported that they lost their job as a result of the domestic violence charge either directly or indirectly. Direct results are easier to understand. The employer finds out that the man has potentially been involved with police as a result of domestic violence and their employment is terminated.
A number of men talked about that if they were working contract to contract, when the community found out, they weren't able to get any other work.
Also, men talked about losing their job because they were missing too many days of work, they were too distracted or their productivity was too low as a result of the domestic violence.
We need a range of different responses to domestic violence so that we can intervene early and give employers a range of tools they can use. When we asked men if workplaces should be involved, they were divided. Those who said yes thought workplaces needed more information and needed to keep an open mind and be more supportive and helpful.
Did you see a difference in the way employers reacted to perpetrators of domestic violence based on the kind of work that was being done?
There was no difference depending on if the person was a worker or supervisor, or depending on the kind of job they had. If the worker was unionized that had an effect on if they lost their job immediately or not. The vast majority of men, in unionized or non-unionized environments, were not aware of any resources that might be available to them to help address domestic violence.
We also wanted to know if it was just the charge against them that was the cause of their drop in productivity. We found that the degree and level of impact in terms of lost days of work, being late, distracted or pre-occupied was just as great before the men were charged as it was after. So this is not about a domestic violence charge. This is about domestic violence perpetration in the work place.
What changes are you hoping take place in the workplace as a result of this research?
We're finally starting to have conversations about sexual harassment and bullying in the workplace. We need to include the voices of perpetrators in that conversation. If we want to make women and children safer we have to start talking to perpetrators. Workplaces need resources and education. What do you do if you see a co-worker whose behaviour is concerning to you? How do you have a conversation about that behaviour?
What suggestions do you have for someone who would like to have that conversation with a co-worker?
The first thing is, have the conversation. Call out the bad behaviour. We can do that and say 'this is not ok.' Then link the person to the kind of resources they might need. It's important to have policies that are graded, not just one response — 'you're fired.' We need to ask, 'How do we support workplaces and managers with the resources to have these conversations?'


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Great American Road Trips
Planning a road trip? Of course you are. It's almost summer, and few American pastimes –- baseball, eating hot dogs, heckling baseball umpires between bites of your hot dog –- are as enticing as piling in a car with family or friends and heading toward the beach. Or heading for that national park you've always meant to visit. Or just pointing your car toward the horizon and seeing where the bends in the road take you.
Road trips appeal to us because they have a timelessness and tradition that tap into the rugged American spirit. But they're also appealing because they allow us to travel close to the ground and see take the pulse of the country's landscape and people.
Follow along as we highlight road trips that offer travelers a taste of both of these worlds. We'll start off in Louisville, and we'll venture across the country, from Virginia to Nebraska to Hawaii and beyond.
But rest assured, we'll leave room for another beloved part of any great American road trip: surprises. Our spring and summer road trip coverage starts here:
Driving the American Horse Trail
Exploring Maui's Upcountry
Driving the Prairie
15 Reasons the Best Place in America to Start a Road Trip is Louisville, Kentucky
Also, be sure to check out some great road trip stories from our archive.
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When you fancy something just a bit different from the usual curry, biryani is your answer. Find loads of one-pot delicious biryani recipes here. Be sure to check out our entire Indian curry collection for more ideas.
This is a delicious Pakistani/Indian rice dish which is often reserved for very special occasions such as Ramadan, weddings or parties. It has a lengthy preparation, but the work is definitely worth it.
A fragrantly spiced pilaf-style dish that doesn't take much more effort than ringing for a take-away yet is much healthier as it is low in fat. Serve with a refreshing raita to complete the meal.
Everyone loves a good biryani, and this turkey biryani is no exception! I buy turkey a lot, because it's usually cheaper than chicken breasts, and also healthier. My family love this turkey biryani.
This gorgeous dish is a favourite in our family and so easy when done in the slow cooker. It is as if the slow cooker was made for biryani!
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Ryan & Stef, Thank you so much for capturing the most amazing photos on our wedding day. We love them all and are so grateful that we have such beautiful photos to look back on throughout our lifetime. We had a blast working with you both as well as everyone at Gueller's.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Love, Chris & Katie Pickhardt
Mary, Ryan, Chelsea, and Shannon did an amazing job on my wedding photos and video. They even converted my husband. He normally doesn't like having his picture taken, and only agreed to have a good photographer for our wedding because it was important to me. To make a long story short, he called from work the night our photos were photos were posted just to tell me how awesome they turned out.
And then there was the video! I had no idea I would love it so much. After months of planning, our wedding went off without a hitch and the day flew by. Not only did the video let us relive the ceremony and celebration, but it also allowed us to to catch a glimpse of those special moments we were't able to see that day. We received so many complements on our wedding video. It was a true reflection of the emotions, excitement, and fun we had that day.
I can't say enough about the quality of their work and the service I received.
Steph & Jeff
We chose Gueller's Photography to photograph our wedding and we couldn't have been happier with our choice! Not only were our pictures beautiful but Ryan and Chelsea were so friendly and personable the day of our wedding. They were so fun and interactive with our wedding party and guests, especially the little kids. I never had to worry they weren't going to get the photos we wanted. They blended in with our guests and made everyone feel so comfortable and at ease. We were able to view our wedding photos in a very timely manner following our wedding and received our completed wedding album quickly as well. I am 100% satisfied with Gueller's as our photography choice for our wedding and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone and everyone looking for a photographer!
Zach & Hailey
The Gueller's did an outstanding job with our photographs from the engagement to the boudoir and wedding photos. They have a great personality and really connected with my husband and I. They were very punctual in getting our proofs and wedding album back to us and their staff did a stellar job on everything. They were willing to travel to take our engagement photos and really took the time to get to know both our personalities and what type of photos were were looking for. Their unique style is elegant yet modern. They are worth every penny we paid for them and I would recommend them to anyone!
Caline & Jeffrey
Ben and I would like to thank you for the amazing work you did photographing our wedding. We are so grateful you were a part of our special day, capturing every moment. We love all the photos so much, it's very difficult to choose photos for our wedding album.
Ben & Jamie
Mary, Ryan and the whole Gueller's team are awesome! We had a great time during our engagement session and on our wedding day. They kept us relaxed, on schedule, and laughing the entire time. We love our photos and have gotten so many compliments. Thank you for giving us beautiful photos that will remind us of one of the best days ever!
Ashley & Adam
Words cannot express how happy we are with our decision to work with Gueller's Photography! Our photographs by far surpassed our expectations! They not only captured the most important details of our day, but also many moments of who we really are as a couple. We had such a great time and so many laughs with the photographers on our wedding day it made the whole experience comfortable and fun! Lastly, the album they created for us was amazing! Gueller's creativity and attention to details from start to finish truly showed in our wedding album. I am so thankful we will have that to look back at for years to come.
Michelle & Stephen
After meeting with Gueller's we knew without a doubt that we wanted them to photograph our special day, and they definitely exceeded our expectations! We could not be happier with our photographs, each and every one is absolutely stunning! Mary and Ryan went above and beyond with both our engagement session and on our wedding day. We loved that they took the time to get to know us and made sure that the picture-taking experience was fun and comfortable for everyone. We truly appreciated the amount of time and preparation they put into helping us with our day, keeping everyone on schedule and making sure everything ran as smooth as possible. Our experience with Gueller's was wonderful, and we highly recommend them to anyone in need of a photographer!
Jake and Marisa
We are extremely pleased that Gueller's Photography took our engagement pictures and the pictures for our wedding. Gueller's Photography is not only professional but they are also very artistic. They chose pretty spots around the church and reception hall that resulted in amazing pictures. We were pleasantly surprised by everything they captured throughout the wedding day from pictures of the flowers at church to the guests dancing at the reception. We are also very impressed with the products produced by Gueller's Photography. We had them print an book, and we purchased a set of canvas wall hangings, and a very cool picture printed on metal. We were very excited when we saw them.
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Bear after peanuts, climbs fence at Chesapeake home
CHESAPEAKE, Va. - A couple was just going through their morning routine when a surprise visitor peeked over the fence. The black bear swiped some peanuts from a basket, then climbed back down the fence and went away.
Heather Sperling couldn't believe what she was seeing. "Oh my gosh, really. I wasn't scared, I felt safe inside my home and I was just surprised to actually see him in the morning in the daylight like that."
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Spotting black bears are common for people living in off Monitor Court. According to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, black bears are easily spotted in Chesapeake and Suffolk. Just one month ago, Sperling's neighbor Dawn Pederson saw one looking for food.
"I saw the black bear walk out from behind Heather's fence here and walked all along our fence line and across two more neighbors' yards. Of course I'm yelling black bear!" said Pedersen.
Sperling told News 3 she was focused on getting photos of the bear to share with friends. "I know really they're more scared of us than we are of them. They're not here to hurt people, they're here just for food," said Sperling.
Pete Acker, a District Terrestrial Biologist said black bears are not aggressive. They only cause problems when they are accustomed to finding food from people. To prevent pairs from paying a visit, make sure food is securely put away, meaning no more bird feeders, nuts and pet food and trash cans need to be kept in the garage.
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Two photoshoots, 47 images! Download this photo pack of one of my most ridiculous costume ideas ever: Starbucks-chan! I might have sort of hopped on the "fast food chain turned adorable anime girl" hype train, but I wanted a sexy twist. So I put together Starbucks chan, and then TWO DIFFERENT TIMES I covered myself in whipped cream and caramel, made a huge mess and got some of the sexiest photos I've ever taken!
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Greg Moody wants you to eat better barbecue.
First, the 57-year-old applies a simple rub — little more than paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper — and lets the brisket rest for a day or two. Then it's into his hulking stainless-steel offset smoker for nearly a dozen hours. What follows is a laborious process that involves another lengthy stretch in the smoker, separating the brisket's natural juices, and then a final, finishing smoke in those concentrated juices Moody calls "black gold."
The result is well worth the wait, and cars often line up at his Smokey Trails BBQ truck in a parking lot on the corner of NW 103rd Street and Seventh Avenue (10400 NW Seventh Ave., Miami). The brisket ($8 for a sandwich, $12 for a meal, and $16 per pound) has a thin, salty-sweet bark that gives way to tender, supple meat that easily pulls apart. The best slices come from the brisket's fat-rippled deckle. Yet that's not all Moody does well. Half chickens ($7) come out of his smoker with crisp skin that turns a vibrant rust color after a few hours resting in oak smoke. Even the bird's breast is supremely juicy, which you can see as a geyser erupts from it as it's chopped.
Moody was born in California and at the age of 6 moved to Moss Point, Mississippi, nearing the end of segregation. That's where, at his mother's side, his formative kitchen training began. "She used to take me to the rich white people's houses where she used to cook and clean, and I'd do prep," he remembers. It was here that he learned how to make the collard greens, field peas, squash, sweet potatoes, and smoked potato salad that today can accompany your brisket or ribs. More important, it's where he learned to take his time while cooking, a quality required by the best barbecue.
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"If we didn't do it right, she'd come at us with that wooden spoon," Moody laughs.
The years that followed were spent bouncing around the country, including a stint on the military base at Fort Lewis near Tacoma, Washington, with a stepfather who was an Army cook. His mentality is also etched into Moody's cooking: "It takes time and effort to do things correctly." After graduating from high school, he went to Washington State University to play football, and after a failed attempt to go pro, he settled into a life working for shipping and freight-forwarding companies while perfecting his barbecue on the side. It was shipping that took him to Florida in 2008 for a job at a startup that would fail, causing him to lose his house and almost everything he owned. "That's when I figured I'd give this a try," Moody says.
And when you tear into one of his ribs ($10 sandwich, $11 meal, $15 half-slab, $25 whole slab) that have spent two days in a rub of onion, paprika, and celery-seed before sitting six or seven hours in a smoker, you might argue that smoking meat is what he was meant to do.


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Charles Richard Pennington, 86, Las Vegas
USAF Retired Col. Charles Richard Pennington, age 86, of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Rockford, Iowa, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016. He will be buried on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Hauser Funeral Home June 23, 2017 from 12:30 to 2:00 P.M. followed by the graveside service at Riverside. Contributions in Charles' memory may be made to St. Andrew Lutheran Church.
Below are the words of his loving family ……………………………..
"Girls, the bus leaves in five minutes." We'll never hear his voice again, and we miss him already. Charles Richard Pennington (Chuck) passed away on December 16, 2016, at the age of 86. We'd like to share memories of our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. Chuck was born on a farm outside of Rockford, Iowa. He met Wilma, his lifelong sweetheart, on a date with Wilma's sister and Chuck's best friend. As Wilma and Chuck later told the story, they weren't sure how Chuck's parents, Clarence and Luella, were going to take to the girl from Ionia. But Wilma was welcomed with open arms. Such a beautiful farm. But early on, Chuck had an itch that couldn't quite be scratched, something beyond the farm: college. Safe to say his decision to move away wasn't exactly met with wild enthusiasm. Away from Clarence and Luella. Away from little brother Bruce. Maybe mirroring his sister Edith's independence. After Wilma and Chuck married, they were off to Iowa State University. Dad had worked at the Charles City Oliver tractor plant for a while, and he took after his Mom and Dad in his capacity to work with his hands and figure things out. Engineering was a perfect fit. Chuck managed to pay for his engineering degree by working multiple jobs, and Air Force ROTC helped. Son Clarence Richard (Rich) was born there. No one in Chuck's immediate family had been in the military. Perhaps Linda's birth in Ames was a mild and joyous surprise – but Chuck's commissioning in the Air Force and a military family's journey that began in Texas? For sure a surprise. Chuck started as a navigator. But he wasn't content to just guide the airplane; he took private flight lessons also. He kind of crashed his first airplane, but that didn't deter him. The family moved to Savannah, Georgia, where Chuck served as a navigator in B-47 bombers – and Mary was born. Chuck proudly told the tale of how he became a pilot. Chuck – who was on a senior crew with a reputation for excellence in Strategic Air Command's bombing and navigation competitions – marched into his commander's office and announced his intention to resign. Unless he could be a pilot. Perhaps foretelling the respect that his Air Force colleagues had for him, Chuck's superiors worked magic to get him into pilot training despite his age.
Before long the five-member family was shuffling again between bases in Georgia and Texas for pilot training. Little known fact: Chuck was one of the top-two in his pilot training class. Chuck decided the G's of fighters might not be the best long-range strategy, and he chose to fly C-118 transports instead. Daughter Brenda was born in West Palm Beach, Florida, while Chuck was training there. Chuck flew the world over. In fact, a few weeks before he passed away Chuck was listening to the audio recording of Laura Hillenbrand's Unbroken. He surfaced from his earbuds long enough to say, "I've been to those places: Hickam, Hawaii; Wake Island; Midway." C-118's gave way to KC-97s, a bomber-conversion tanker that Chuck flew in England. As a model of personal courage, maybe a little insanity, Chuck and Wilma leased a vacant hall owned by Sir Thomas Cook's family – to the children it seemed like a castle – created apartments and sublet residences to other military families. Chuck and Wilma probably never knew the lasting impact the England three-year visit had on the kids: a private plane trip to Spain via France, visits all over the English country side, a magical trip to Scotland. And that assignment may have been the kids' first realization of Chuck and Wilma's deep connection with their faith and the church: at the Church of England parish in the little town of Guist.
Dad was smart, and the Air Force sent him to Pittsburgh for his Master's degree in industrial engineering. Then off to Topeka, Kansas, to fly C-130s. Probably somewhere during the Pittsburgh-Topeka period, Dad's propensity for punctuality reared its head. "The bus leaves in five minutes" was the rallying cry for the Sunday Lutheran church service and just about any other event when son Rich and Chuck were waiting . . . and waiting . . . and waiting. In 1967, Chuck was called to serve in the Vietnam conflict. He and Wilma moved the family to Kaneohe, Hawaii for a year so he could be close enough to see them during rest and recuperation (R&R) breaks. Mom shared the loneliness with a Topeka friend whose husband also was in Vietnam. Brenda learned to hula. Mary navigated the difficult world of being a minority student in junior high school. Linda gracefully melted into her sophomore class at high school. Rich pretended he knew how to surf. We knew our husband and Father was a hero already – and he didn't talk about it much – but he earned a Distinguished Flying Cross and Silver Star for his bravery flying the C-121 out of Thailand.
Like fighters in a formation, kids started peeling away as they moved into adulthood and found their own soulmates. Rich was off to the Air Force Academy and met Maggie in Denver. Linda dated Eddy in high school at Fort Walton Beach, Florida – where Mom and Dad developed their love for boating –left for a while when the family moved to Taiwan, then married Eddy after they were reassigned to Maxwell AFB, Alabama. Soon Linda and Eddy were off on their own Air Force journey. Mary married and started an Air Force journey also. Wilma and Chuck's grandsons – Adam, Joshua, and Seth – were born and raised in an Air Force family. Joshua and Jessica eventually gave Chuck and Wilma three wonderful great grandchildren: Jacob, Luke, and Nora. Brenda was the hippy of the family. She found her love and might-as-well-be-adopted kids, Joanna and Michael, after driving to California in her newly-overhauled Volkswagen bug – Yes, "Grandpa can fix anything!" – and meeting their dad there.
Chuck and Wilma began the second chapter of their professional life at Wright-Patterson AFB, where Chuck retired after leading an Air Force configuration management organization. He had led a weapons test unit at Eglin AFB before, so the government contractor community came calling. Chuck and Wilma eventually located and relocated in Ridgecrest, Oxnard, Chatsworth, Canoga Park and Redondo Beach, California as Chuck's talents kept getting recognized by various companies. Wilma may have thought that the moving might stop, but it's baked into her also! Chuck and Wilma finally found another itch they couldn't scratch. Chuck retired from Northrop Aircraft, and they chose Sun City, Nevada as their retirement home. At least, part-time. They had already cultivated a love of boating and sailing; now it was on to the RVs that they affectionately named and drove around the county. The kids enjoyed the visits on top of what had become an evolving tradition of family reunions: Royal Caribbean Mexico cruise; Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado; Navarre Beach, Florida; Mount Charleston, Nevada; Pensacola, Florida; Clear Lake, Iowa. Their three grandsons and three great-grandchildren were a source of joy. The kids loved Chuck and Wilma's visits to wherever they were assigned: Germany, England, Cameroon, Eritrea, Korea, Hawaii and other places across the United States. Chuck was especially proud of the fact that they visited all seven continents. Brenda carried on the legacy; she was in South America – her 135th country – doing what she loved when Chuck passed away. He wanted it that way for all his kids.
Even when Chuck's Parkinson's disease started to impede his ability to do all that he wanted and had been able to do before, Wilma and Chuck powered on. The kids always marveled at watching them driving and parking the Allegro, Mom's head just visible, and Chuck persistently offering his kind and thoughtful advice! So maybe there were a few tense moments, but until they stopped RV'ing several years ago, Mom was driving, and Chuck was unhitching the tow car, adjusting the levels, hooking up the electrical, water and sewer. Eventually, it became too much though, and the kids admired the way they just said, "it's time to stop." The last 22 months of Chuck's life, and Wilma's courageous care, were a study in contradictions. Parkinson's is a cruel disease. We missed Chuck's smile as the facial muscles just didn't work anymore. But the sense of humor and twinkle in the eye were still there, even through the pain. Yet, we never heard him complain . . . ever. He might not feel like eating, but the answer to "Ice Cream?" was always "Yes." And until the end, Chuck continued to dominate at cards: it was almost dispiriting at times!
The children would watch Wilma and Chuck look at each other across 67 years of shared experience – and hear their favorite song, the Seeker's I'll Never Find Another You – and they felt the meaning of "soulmate." When you watched what had almost been another family at the Marquis Regency Plaza rehabilitation facility – Chuck had three stays there – care for him, you could feel the love they had for him, a love that made all this a little easier. Add the wonderful support that the St. Andrew Lutheran Church and congregation have given Chuck and Wilma, and it's not difficult to understand how important their shared faith has been in their lives. To our husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, we miss you. But the love and lessons we shared can't be taken away; you'll be with us forever. We have proof. Over the past year, Chuck would sit in his wheelchair in the living room, probably wishing he could pet Zelda, Mary and Fraser's doggie. But he also enjoyed looking for hummingbirds to alight on the patio feeder. For several weeks – since his last hospitalization and return home – sadly none came by. The morning Dad passed away, sister Linda sent us a picture of a hummer perched on Dad's feeder. "We all know it's Dad checking in." .


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