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Gonzo's Earnings Rise, But So Do Losses in Annual Results
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The anime production studio Gonzo (formerly GDH) has announced on Wednesday its financial results for the fiscal year ending in March of 2009. The announcement was delayed by half a month from when it was originally planned. The company earned 6.332 billion yen (about US$65.7 million) during the year — an increase over its earlier estimate of 6.1 billion yen (US$63 million), but actual losses were much larger than previously estimated.
Gonzo's auditor, BA Tokyo & Co., did not offer a written evaluation on Gonzo's financial records, which is an indication of the company's grave state. BA Tokyo did point out that Gonzo's ability to repay its debts is limited as it faces insolvency due to its losses.
The annual operating loss, ordinary loss, and actual losses were pegged at 2.12 billion yen (US$22 million), 2.351 billion yen (US$24.4 million), and 3.401 billion yen (US$35.3 million), respectively — all representing an increase from the previous year. Gonzo cited the declining DVD market and the grave conditions of the North American market for the differences between its estimates and the actual numbers. The animation operations of Gonzo earned 4.005 billion yen (US$41.6 million) but still lost 1.597 billion yen (US$16.6 million) in the end.
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11 universities sign statement to promote SSH in FP9
Ghent University has issued a "Joint call to EU regarding SSH in FP9" to create more research opportunities for the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) in the next Framework Programme (FP9), and to reinforce existing mechanisms that enable SSH disciplines to fully participate in Horizon 2020. The statement has been endorsed by eleven European universities up to now, three of them - Ghent University itself as well as the universities of Glasgow and Groningen - members of The Guild of European Research Universities. The statement calls on the European institutions to ensure that researchers from the entire range of SSH disciplines can fully participate in the 9th EU Framework Programme for Research & Innovation (FP9).
The document underlines that we cannot adequately address European and global challenges without strong SSH research, which helps us understand and cope with change, as well as the non-technical and exact aspects of disruption. The statement also notes Europe's pre-eminence in SSH disciplines worldwide, arguing that Europe needs to invest in the strength of its research base.
The statement therefore stresses the need to to combine a dedicated approach with an embedded approach to SSH, which means strengthening SSH-led interdisciplinary research, as well as encouraging high-quality contributions from SSH to STEMM-led Societal Challenges and/or missions.
The signatories of the statement urge for 5 concrete commitments.
- The creation of an SSH Platform, analogous to ETPs, can consolidate this collaboration and structure the way this community provides input to scoping papers, work programmes, societal challenges and missions. The platform would also facilitate the search for SSH evaluators. The support for multidisciplinary collaborations can be increased, by
- encouraging researchers to think about how to generate academic and societal impact when drafting proposals,
- recognising that all disciplines crucially contribute to the goal of an inclusive and prosperous Europe and
- investing in high-quality SSH research and innovation opportunities.
- A target budget for SSH spending of 10% of the overall civil research budget for FP9 will help in better facilitating the highest-quality SSH activities and consequently activating its full potential to academic and societal impact for the future of Europe.
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L.A.'s best French restaurants
Channel your inner Parisian with a visit to one the best French restaurants in Los Angeles. Caviar, anyone?
L.A. is bursting with phenomenal food from every cuisine—Indian, Mexican, Greek, you name it—but the French food scene here is alive, well and better than ever. From traditional French cooking to experimental prix-fixe menus, food from the tres chic country takes a number of forms. But where to start? If you're looking for some top-notch places to get your steak frites fix—or maybe just a really good omelet—check out our guide to L.A.'s best French restaurants.
Dine at one of these French restaurants
1. République
If there's one French restaurant in L.A. that can't be stopped, it's République. The La Brea eatery is one of Jonathan Gold's favorite spots, but if that isn't enough to convince you, just take a look at the lines that form during breakfast, lunch and dinner. It's hard to tell which is more stunning: the menu or the dining room itself. The cathedral-esque space—originally built for Charlie Chaplin—is a beauty, but it's the food lineup that will likely blow your mind: salmon tartines and brioche French toast, kimchi fried rice and shakshouka, duck liver mousse and steak frites—chefs Walter and Margarita Manzke nail each one of these admirably.
2. Petit Trois
Petit Trois is just what it sounds like: a smaller, more accessible version of Trois Mec, the younger sibling offers the same quality of food on a menu that won't leave as much of a hole in your wallet. Oh, and Petit Trois doesn't even allow reservations. Everything here is a winner, but Petit's hallmark just might be the omelet—despite the fact that it's truly just made with fluffed eggs, Boursin cheese and plenty of butter, most people swear it's one of the best dishes they have ever tasted. Don't believe us? Better head over and find out for yourself. That is, if you don't wind up ordering the Big Mec first, which is undebatably one of the city's most iconic between-buns dishes.
3. Le Petit Paris
While many of L.A.'s French restaurants expand beyond traditional French cooking, Le Petit Paris focuses on the classics. They're also open during the day; though lunch and dinner are excellent (think top-notch French onion soup, foie gras and sorrel-roasted salmon), you should definitely give the Sunday brunch buffet a whirl. For $49, diners have access to plenty of options, like a Benedict station, seasonal carving stations, fresh French pastries, charcuterie and a chocolate fountain.
4. Marvin
This slick Beverly Grove hot spot has been drawing a crowd since opening its doors. Wine pairing is the name of the game here, and between Marvin's extensive wine list and knowledgeable staff, you'd be hard-pressed to make the wrong choice. Gather up a group and split some stuff, like the house ratatouille, white anchovies or that A+ heirloom tomato and burrata salad. And yes, Marvin is another one of those French spots that you shouldn't leave without ordering a poached pear.
5. Papilles Bistro
Papilles Bistro, a discreet restaurant located right by a 101 freeway onramp, boasts one of L.A.'s best prix-fixe dinners. The French strip-mall legend (owned by Santos Uly of Lost at Sea and Mignon wine bar) has managed to keep its menu fresh and relevant. For $38, diners can tuck into a three-course meal bursting with French classics, with additional snacks included. Try the duck à l'orange or the bluenose bass. And while you're at it, go for the rotating, supplemental side dish, because it's always a knockout.
6. Mélisse
Michelin-starred chef Josiah Citrin is behind Mélisse, a fine-dining restaurant that specializes in elaborate tasting menus. The price tag starts at a cool $135 for four courses, running up to $195 for a whopping 10 courses, but you'll get to indulge in plates full of Golden Osetra caviar, Maine diver scallops, seared foie gras, prime rib eye, stuffed rotisserie chicken and an unforgettable egg caviar. Don't fret if you're not into meat—there's a vegetarian tasting option as well. Mélisse is easily one of L.A.'s most upscale dining experiences, so if you're celebrating a special occasion, impress your dinner companion and book a reservation here.
7. Avec Nous
Are you staying at L'Ermitage Hotel? Are you anywhere near L'Ermitage Hotel? Are you in L.A. at all? All of these are great reasons to visit Avec Nous, the upscale French spot tucked away inside said hotel. The menu is packed with goodies like Gruyère omelets, a standout Niçoise salad and rack of lamb. The cocktails are exceptional as well—there's a French 75, of course—and you'd do well to order a few.
8. Petrossian
When it comes to French restaurants in L.A., Petrossian is just what you need in a sea of elaborate tasting menus. Head to this West Hollywood institution for a homey, relaxed vibe that does caviar the right way. It offers the ultimate French brunch, with options like smoked fish platters, cheeses, charcuterie and plenty of caviar and accompaniments, and of course, teas, coffee and jams. People also lose their minds for the caviar martini, and there are even monthly caviar classes. Did we mention the caviar?
Splurge at these fine-dining restaurants
L.A.'s best fine-dining restaurants
Whether you're in the mood for French cuisine or new American, these fine-dining restaurants are perfect for special occasions.


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Loading old savegames after months/years of absence or starting fresh?(self)
Whenever I am trying to come back to an older game and want to finally finish it I have to start over because it's just impossible to continue using an old savegame.
Examples being:
Skyrim, because whenever I am loading up an old character that is almost done with the story I always think "Why did I skill THAT?!" "Why the hell did I play with two hand hammers?" (... Maybe not that. 2 handed ftw)
Witcher 3: "Why did I skill Igni/some other sign?!"
Pokemon: "My highest level is a... Geodude? WTF me?"
Fallout: "I did the insert random clan here instead of insert random clan here?!"
Or it is because I am not immersed in the story anymore and always just start over new.. rinse and repeat. I always wanted to play and finish all Final Fantasy titles and this is kinda throwing me back all the time.
How are you handling this "issue"?
The nice thing about this day and age, at least with a game like Yakuza, is that YouTube is a thing. A lot of the story is contained within cutscenes, so with Yakuza if you wanted to you could just look up an 'all cutscenes' video and watch up to the point/chapter you stopped playing at.


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Youth ministry logo design inspiration
Creative designs will attract the young
To appeal to young people, whether they are very young children or students, your youth ministry logo should be lively and interesting. Thinking laterally results in designs that are innovative, with unusual typography and images creating a sense of excitement. Taking cues from your ministry name or location, our designers can brainstorm ideas to come up with a range of offerings that are unexpected and different. Whether using dark or bright colors, the result is likely to be fresh and fun.
Incorporate meaning into your logo
As the cross is the main symbol of Christianity, using it in your youth ministry logo confirms the meaning behind it. As such as simple image, a cross can be incorporated in many different ways. Use it in typography to represent the letter T or create one from negative space, if you are using simple figures they can be represented with arms outstretched to create a cross shape. Ask our designers to include a cross in your youth ministry logo to demonstrate your faith.
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Lately, it seems as if everyone is moving. Friends, family, and neighbors are all packing up and heading to their next home. While they have probably done a lot of homework regarding new houses and all the specifics and features, have they thought about how these things may affect the cost of homeowners insurance in College Station Texas? Consider the following factors that may not come to mind when buying a house yet could greatly affect the cost of homeowners insurance.
Credit Score
The most obvious factor that impacts the cost of College Station Texas homeowners insurance is your credit score. This piece of data affects many things, particularly when buying a home; it can also have an influence on the monthly premium to insure that new home. You do have some control over your credit score, even if your score is not good. It may take some time to change it; however, it can be done. The good news is that credit scores as it affects the cost of insurance does not just have a negative impact; a high credit score can decrease the monthly home insurance premium.
Fire Hydrants and Stations
Another factor that affects the price of College Station homeowners insurance is proximity to a fire hydrant and local fire station. This is something a new homeowner may not think of and yet it makes perfect sense. It is certainly preferable to have a home close to such resources in the event of a fire as protection for both the family and the property. Obviously, this element cannot be changed once a home has been purchased, so it is certainly something to keep in mind when in the market for a new home.
The age and condition of the roof is very important and has a big effect on homeowners insurance. If the home has been kept in good condition, chances are that the roof has been updated as well. Be sure to find out the actual age of the roof before entering into a contract. This is one home-buying feature that can be controlled and eliminate the need to put on a new roof right after purchase; the seller should handle that improvement. A new roof typically yields a lower premium to insure the home.
The factors listed above may be obvious concerns when purchasing a home; however, not understanding the effect they have on homeowners insurance could be costly. Luckily, the insurance professionals at Jones & Associates know the importance of these elements and can help you find the right homeowners insurance. Contact the team at the family owned and operated insurance group of Jones & Associates and let us help save you money when insuring your Bryan or College Station Texas home!
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Yahoo Acquires LookFlow to Improve Flickr Discovery
Yahoo has acquired LookFlow, a startup that develops image recognition technology, the two companies announced Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
LookFlow, which is based in Mountain View, Calif., announced on its website that the team would be joining Yahoo to work on the Flickr team.
"Flickr is the largest collection of images we love. They share our passion for creating phenomenal experiences & technology to help you discover those images," the company said. "We couldn't be more excited."
See also: Is It Cool to Work for Yahoo Now?
Yahoo confirmed the acquisition in a statement to Mashable: "We have acquired LookFlow, an enhanced image recognition company. As part of the acquisition, we're bringing five talented engineers and the technology they built into our Flickr organization in San Francisco."
Under CEO Marissa Mayer, Yahoo has acquired more than 20 companies including Stamped, Xobni and Qwiki to boost its mobile efforts. Most of these acquisitions have been in the low million-dollar range, though some like Tumblr have been significantly more expensive.
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Taxi map is a web service providing a fast, easy to use means for minicab companies to add taxi fare estimates and online cab booking to their websites. I am the lead developer for the project and I'd like to welcome you to our blog. I hope that over the coming months this blog will turn in to a detailed insight into the innovation behind Taximap and, as a bonus, documents its benefits and features.
A little background… (The origins of Taximap)
Some time ago a bunch of us started to play with the Google Maps API. It seemed pretty cool and we started to integrate it with websites we were building. At first simply as a means of providing a map on a customer's contact page, but over time its endless flexibility and functionality captured the imagination of one or two people here at the office.
More as a proof of concept than anything else, we began to build a site that could use Google Maps to estimate the price of a cab journey based on a price per mile – the idea borne from the constant question posed to our local cab companies as to the cost of a journey. In speaking to a number of taxi cab operators we determined that the main means of providing estimate prices for these firms was a chart making a rough correlation from A to B, though the taxi driver would often use the cab's odometer at the end of the journey calculate the price. So we started on this project….
So far we have a highly accurate geocoding implementation that allows users to enter a UK postcode, a UK address, or select a major UK airport as one of up to 20 steps in a journey; we have built a back end that allows taxi companies to log in and enter pricing, and provided a booking page that submits the Google Map info back to the cab company. And we've even tested it on the Apple iPhone: A handy bonus if you're rolling out of a club late at night and need to beat the taxi queue! Even with all this out of the way, there seems to be a never ending list of tasks outstanding as we all come up with ways to improve the system.
So, we have come to the stage where we want to take the site live before we go any further…. to bring it beyond 'proof of concept' stage. To do this we need both cab companies and users. Here, dear reader, is where you come in. We'd invite you to have a look at the site as it is and leave us some feedback via the contact form or post a comment here? We hope to keep new functions and features up to date here in this blog so stay tuned.
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Officials warn of dangerous heroin sold in Connecticut
An unusually pure batch of heroin being sold in Connecticut is concerning local officials.
Currently, these drugs are being marketed and packaged under the names, "Power Hour," "Strike Dead" and "Taliban."
The Redding Pilot, a sister paper to the Shelton Herald, reports that the Redding Police Department, partnering with Connecticut Department of Public Health and law enforcement agencies in New Jersey, are warning the public about the heroin.
This batch of heroin may not respond to Narcan, a drug that counteracts the effect of the illegal narcotic. Narcan is being carried by some police and EMS in the state.
May be repackaged and sold
According to police, there is grave concern that as word spreads about the purity of the drug and the way in which to identify it through packaging, it may be repackaged to facilitate distribution.
"Heroin is a drug of concern in every community," said Redding Police Chief Douglas Fuchs in a press release.
"While every Redding police officer now carries Narcan on patrol, these drugs very well might be cut or mixed with other drugs against which Narcan is ineffective," Fuchs said.


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Top 10 Greatest Sports Figures of All TimeNovember 12, 2008
The ten greatest sports figures of all time...it's a fraternity that is perhaps the most difficult to get into.
There have been tens of thousands of professional athletes who have entertained us with their talents, but only ten are worthy of being on this respected list. The qualifications to make it on this list were as follows: dominance, effect on sport, effect on community, "it" factor, championships, and clutch performance.
So, without further adieu, let's get started.
If it wasn't for his devastating hip injury, he probably would be higher on this list. He had a combination of size (6'1", 228 lbs.), speed (4.1 40 time), and strength (just look at the guy) that had never been seen before. If you simply go to youtube.com and type in his name, you will see some of the most dominating highlights in the history of sports.
His aura was so big that he had a string of commercials where the catch phrase was "Bo knows". He also gets credit for being great in both the MLB and the NFL. He was a star for the Royals, White Sox, and Angles in the MLB—and even won the MVP award in the 1989 All-Star game.
In the NFL, he was a devastating runningback for the Oakland Raiders; where he still holds the record for most rushing yards in a single game on Monday Night Football with 221. He won the Heisman Trophy in 1985, and is the only player ever to be named an All-Star in two professional sports.
Perhaps he is most famous for scoring 100 points in a single NBA game on March 2, 1962, between the Philadelphia Warriors and the New York Knicks.
An interesting side note: that infamous game was not televised, only a radio broadcast remains of the historic achievement.
Wilt Chamberlin was 7'1" and between 275-300 lbs, depending on which point in his career you point to. He holds many different scoring and rebounding records, and is the only player to ever average more than 40 points, and then 50 points, in an NBA season.
He won seven scoring titles, nine field-goal percentage titles, and eleven rebounding titles. As a center, he even led the league in assists one year.
He won two NBA championships, four MVP's, and one Finals MVP. He was also selected for 13 All-Star games, is a member of the Hall-of-Fame, and was named to the list of 50 greatest NBA players.
Yes, he is a swimmer, but he is a swimmer who has become mainstream after his dominating performances in the last two Olympic Games. Before Phelps, when was the last time you saw a swimmer have several nationally promoted commercials? Exactly.
Phelps qualifies in every single category for this list; if he wasn't a swimmer, his accomplishments would probably place him higher than number eight. He has won the second most medals in Olympic history (16), more gold medals than any Olympian in history (14), holds seven world records, and holds the record for most gold medals won in a single Olympics (8).
He is still young enough to compete in the 2012 Olympic Games, so his story is likely not yet finished.
Although he only played for nine years, it was the most dominating nine years by any runningback in NFL history. Never before, nor since, has a runningback finished with a career average of 5.2 yards per carry, or a career average of more than 100 rushing yards per game.
In college, he was a multi-sport athlete—lettering in football, track, basketball, and lacrosse. In football, he doubled as the team's runningback and kicker. He holds the single game scoring record for Syracuse with 43 points (six touchdowns, seven extra points).
In the NFL, he was drafted by the Cleveland Browns, and became even more dominant than he was in college. He set numerous records in his short nine year career; some of which still stand today.
At the time he retired, he was the record holder in single season rushing yards (1,863), career rushing yards (12,312), rushing touchdowns (106), total touchdowns (126), and total yards (15,549). Keep in mind that the majority of his career was played in a 14 game regular season, compared to the 16 game regular season of today's NFL.
Any athlete with the nickname "magic" must be special, and this guy was.
In college, playing for Michigan State, he was a star among stars. In a span of just two years, he averaged 17.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game. Then, he faced off against fellow All-American, Larry Bird, in the 1979 NCAA championship game. Almost 30 years later, it is still the highest rated college basketball game of all time.
Magic led his team to a 75-64 victory, while earning the Most Outstanding Player award for the Final Four that year.
His rookie season in the NBA itself was an impressive story. As the first overall pick by the Los Angeles Lakers, he went on to average 18 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game, while leading the Lakers to a 60-win season and an NBA title.
In the clinching game of the Finals series, Johnson would move from his point guard position to the completely different center position in order to fill in for the injured Kareen Abdul-Jabbar. He would finish that game with 42 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals.
He became the first rookie ever to win the NBA Finals MVP award, and became the fourth person ever to win NCAA and NBA titles in consecutive years.
Magic Johnson truly changed the way the game was played. As a 6'9" point guard, he holds the single game playoff record for assists (24), the Finals single game record for assists (21), the record for career playoff assists (2,346), the All-Star single game record for assists (22), and the All-Star game record for career assists (127). He is second on the all-time list of triple-doubles with 138; close behind Oscar Robinson, who has 181.
He is a member of the Hall of Fame, and was also named to the NBA's 50 greatest players list.
There has arguably never been a more physically dominating force in the game of basketball. In his prime, at 7'1" and 335 lbs., there was simply no one who could stop the diesel.
In college at LSU, he was a two time All-American and still holds the NCAA record for blocks in a single game with 17.
In the NBA, he was the first overall pick in the 1992 draft, taken by the Orlando Magic. As a rookie, he boosted the Magic's win total by 20 from the previous year, and averaged 23.4 points and 13.9 rebounds per game. He was named Rookie of the Year, and pulled down two different backboards during the course of two regular season games.
In his second season, he recorded the first triple-double of his career with 24 points, 28 rebounds, and 15 blocks. In his third season, he led the Orlando Magic to their first ever NBA Finals, where they were swept by the Houston Rockets. A couple of years later, O'Neal would move to L.A. to join the Lakers.
After a few years of playoff turmoil, he teamed with Kobe Bryant to make history. The Lakers eventually won three NBA championships in a row—where O'Neal was named the Finals MVP in all three. He also notched the highest scoring average for a center in NBA Finals history.
In the 1999-2000 season, Shaq was named the MVP of the regular season, and fell just one vote short of the first unanimous decision in NBA history.
Teams had to completely change the way they played the game when Shaq Daddy rolled into town. He couldn't be guarded by just one player, let alone two. He's been to the Finals with three different teams, and won four NBA championships.
One of the greatest sports heroes in American History, the "Sultan of Swat" is a legend in all aspects of the word. He was the most dominating, charismatic, interesting man ever to play the game of baseball.
He was the first person ever to hit 30, 40, 50 and 60 home runs in a single season. In 1927, when he hit 60 home runs in a single season, it was a record that stood for 34 years before Roger Maris broke it in 1961. His career total of 714 home runs was a record for 39 years until Hank Aaron broke it in 1974.
Ruth wasn't just a guy who swung for the fences he also had a very impressive batting average. In 1923, he hit .393—which to this day is still a Yankees record. He also still holds the MLB records for career slugging percentage (.690), and career on-base slugging percentage (1.164). He is in the top 10 in six other all-time statistical categories:
—10th in batting average .342
—Second in RBI with 2,217
—Second on-base percentage .474
—Fourth in runs scored with 2,174
—Sixth in total bases with 5,793
—Third in walks drawn with 2,062
Ruth was also an outstanding pitcher early in his career with the Boston Red Sox. He had a career ERA of 2.28, and had a scoreless inning streak in the World Series that reached 29 2/3 innings.
There has never been a more charismatic sports figure who could back up exactly what he said. He proclaimed that he was the greatest, and indeed he was. He was a three time Heavyweight Champion of the world, and the only man ever to win it three times by defeating the reigning champion.
Ali blended blazing hand-speed, a steel chin, ingenious psychology, and swift feet to be one of the most dominant fighters of all time. Three of his fights are considered to be among the best of all time.
The first of which is referred to as "The Fight of the Century". Ali met the current undefeated champion, Joe Frazier, on March 8, 1971 at Madison Square Garden. It was without a doubt the most anticipated match-up in the history of boxing. It featured two fighters of championship caliber, both of whom were undefeated.
Frazier had only received the championship belt after Ali was stripped of it for refusing to fight in the Vietnam War. However, he had valiantly defended it since then. Both fighters had legitimate claims to the title and both had been perfect up to that point in their careers; ultimately, one had to fall.
The match lived up to the hype with Frazier coming away with the victory. However, the two would fight twice more, and Ali would win both times. Ali would eventually go on to defeat almost every top heavyweight fighter in his era—leaving no doubt who the greatest of all time really was.
His story is only half written, yet its contents still warrant him being number two on this list. Tiger Woods has saved golf from the depths of sports despair, and has very lucrative endorsement contracts with Nike and EA Sports.
His Nike products have been some of the company's highest selling merchandise over the past decade. His self-titled video game with EA Sports is a best seller every single year that it comes out. He is, without a shadow of a doubt, a sports icon.
He is also a very rich man. In 2007, it is estimated that he pulled in $122 million from winnings and endorsements; making him the highest paid athlete of the year. From 1996-2007, it is said that he raked in an estimated $769,440,709. By the year 2010, it is predicted that he will be the first athlete ever to surpass the $1 billion mark.
Woods is second on the all-time major golf championship titles with 14, and third on the all-time PGA Tour events win list with 65. Some other notable career achievements:
—Has made 18 career hole-in-ones.
—Has a 14-0 record when going into the final round of a major with at least a share of the lead.
—Was PGA Player of the Year a record nine times
—Was PGA Tour Money Leader, tied for record eight times
—Is one of only five players, and the youngest, to win the Career Grand Slam
—Is the only player ever to win all four major championships in a row
—Is the second golfer ever to win each major championship three times
—Holds at least a share of the scoring record in all four majors
—Holds the margin of victory record for two of the four majors
—Has held the world's number one golfer ranking a total of nine years during his 12 year career
—The only person ever to be named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year more than once
He is still young, and there is still many titles for him to win again and again. When it is all said and done, he could possibly be the greatest sports figure of all time. For now, he is only number two.
Was there really any doubt about who number one would be on this list? Michael Jordan transcended his sports on and off the court. While on the court, Michael was the most competitive, driven, sensational, clutch, skilled, confident, mesmerizing, and amazing, athlete the world has ever seen.
He was so good, that he led his franchise to a three-peat, retired for a couple of years, then came back in his 30's and won another three-peat. Some accomplishments during his playing career include:
—Won five MVP awards
—14 All-Star game appearances
—Three All-Star game MVP's
—10 All-NBA First Team nominations
—Nine All-Defensive First Team nominations
—10 scoring titles
—Three steals titles
—Six NBA championships
—Six NBA Finals MVP awards
—1988 Defensive Player of the Year award
—Holds record for all-time career scoring average (30.12)
—Holds record for all-time career playoff scoring average (33.4)
—Rookie of the Year
—Two time Slam Dunk Contest champion
—1991 Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year
He was the greatest player to ever lace up. However, it was also his marketability that made him truly the greatest. He has appeared in commercials for Nike, Gatorade, Coca-Cola, Chevrolet, McDonald's, Ball Park Franks, Hanes, Rayovac, Wheaties, and MCI. His "Air Jordan" shoes by Nike caused such a craze that people were being robbed at gunpoint when a new edition would come out.
He also starred opposite Bugs Bunny in the Box office smash Space Jam. This movie caused a craze of Space Jam basketball uniforms that took over the pre-teen culture.
Overall, Michael Jordan was the greatest player on the court, and he has been the most successful player off the court. There is no argument—Jordan is the greatest sports figure of all time.
There you have it; the 10 greatest sports figures of all time. Let the debating begin!


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By all accounts he did well! The weather was pretty good until the afternoon and evening storms ran through Port Dover starting at 5pm.
In the harbour area today we had the Port Dover Tug Boat races and other fun. The town was really busy.
However we had lots of cropping going on at the same time! No spectators though! But just as intense! Lol!
Sunday should be just as much fun!
Here is another one of the less formal photos from the wedding. The best man and two groomsmen were absent. Big group. 11 groomsmen in total.
Thanks for visiting today!
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Last night in London, England the annual Classic Rock Awards were held. Joe was present at this event and took home the 'Breakthrough Artist' award. He then performed on stage, in front of famous musicians such as Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Paul Rodgers, Slash, and Tony Iommi. Congrats Joe!


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Kassidi Crowe—Dental Assistant
Hello. My name is Kassidi. I grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah and have lived in Montana for 17 years. I currently reside in Three Forks with my 5 year old son, Theron. He keeps me busy when I am not working with Dinosaurs and a ton of other activities!
I have worked as a dental assistant at Three Forks Family Dentistry for 14 years. I truly enjoy the dental field. Not only are my co-workers great but our patients are as well. No teeth are the same so I see something new and interesting every day and I love every minute of it!
When I am not working I love playing outside or going to the MOR with my son! I also love watching movies and being outside as much as possible. I look forward to taking my son on a few adventures this summer.
I look forward to meeting you and hope I can help make your experience here as gentle and fun as possible!!!
My favorite sayings:
Never regret something that once made you smile!
You don't really need to brush your teeth…..just the ones you want to keep!
Everyone smiles in the same language!
Donna Pesicka- Dental Hygienist
Hello and welcome to our dental office! I have been proudly serving patients here since 1999. I enjoy treating people of all ages and over the years I have watched and shared many life experiences with my patients. You are always treated with respect and care. I strive to provide a pleasant dental experience and schedule appointments to be on time, so please come a few minutes prior to your appointment.
I live in the Crow Creek valley, with my husband and two children on a ranch. When I am not providing dental treatment I can be found working with my family. Some say that I work all the time, but I have the" best of both worlds", I work in town for 4 days per week and spend the remainder helping out with the chores. Working outside with horses & cows puts life in perspective. Whether a day is spent fixing fence, riding, working cows or helping a newborn calf in cold weather, I realize the importance and value of life's lessons I am able to provide for my children.
I will try to make your experiences here thorough & gentle while providing quality dental care. I believe in treating and educating patients so you have the knowledge and resources to care for your teeth over the changes of your life. I look forward to seeing you as the 'first time patient or the established patient' for many years to come.
Vicky Johnston - Office Manager
I moved to Three Forks in 1966 from North Dakota and have lived here ever since. (Yes, I have heard my share of North Dakota Jokes!) I married my high school sweetheart, Randy, in December 1973.
We raised three wonderful children in Three Forks and truly love the small town atmosphere. I started working in the dental field in 1998 as a dental assistant and I now work as the office manager. I enjoy my job and my co-workers as well as serving the people of Three Forks and the surrounding area.
In my spare time I love making quilts and spending time with my family.
Katy Loucks- Dental Assistant
Hello! My name is Katy. I am a Montana native, growing up in Ennis, MT. After graduating from high school, I attended Montana State University where I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I taught preschool in Bozeman, MT for seven years. I needed a change of pace and have always been interested in the dental field. In March of 2015, I began working at Three Forks Family Dentistry as a dental assistant and have enjoyed every minute of it! I enjoy working with patients and am constantly learning new things about dentistry. I look forward to coming to work every day and providing gentle care for our patients.
In my free time, I enjoy four wheeling, hiking, camping, and spending time with family. I bought a cross country bike this summer and I look forward to the challenge of riding it in the future. I have been married to my wonderful husband for seven years. We live in Manhattan, MT with our cat, Maggie, that we adopted from the Heart of the Valley animal shelter.


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Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL)'s latest offering Jio has created a stir in the market given its promise of free voice calls and superfast 4G speed at the lowest tariffs in the industry. While a lot has been said about the service and the plans it offers, there is still a lot of confusion about its WiFi offering and whether calls will actually be free on the platform.
Here are the answers to many such questions:
How do I get a Reliance Jio sim? Which stores offer the sim?
You have to visit your nearest Reliance Digital or Reliance Digital Xpress mini store to get your hands on a Jio sim card. Since its launch, the company has also made SIMs available at stores that sell mobile phones or SIMs of other mobile operators. But you may face a long waiting queue, as the demand reportedly far exceeds the number of Jio SIMs being supplied. To manage the rush, some stores are following a token system. You will, of course, require standard Know-Your-Customer (KYC) documents that include a photo-ID card, address proof and passport size photographs.
How is Jio different from existing networks in India?
Unlike other operators, who graduated from being 2G service providers to 3G and then 4G, Jio is a 4G ready network, which, RIL says, can be easily upgraded to 5G and 6G, when such services are rolled out in the country. Also, Jio is an IP-based 4G network, while the other incumbents such as Airtel, Vodafone, Idea and the government-owned BSNL and MTNL run on what is called a Circuit Switched Fall Back (CSFB) network. Simply put, all communication over Jio, voice and non-voice, will effectively be data based. Jio runs on a fiber backbone, which RIL says, is already the largest in India.
What kind of mobile handset do I need to access Jio?
Since Jio is a 4G enabled network, it will work best on handsets that are Voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) enabled devices. Along with its own Lyf brand of phones that it has introduced, Reliance has released a complete list of VoLTE phones manufactured by as many as 26 phone makers that will work with the Jio SIM.
Are Jio tariffs really cheaper than those being offered by other telecom players?
Now, this is complicated. Without going into too many details, it can be safely said that the tariffs are competitive, and not very much cheaper, at least on lower plans. Having said that, the lure of free voice calling and significantly faster speeds should lure potential customers away from existing operators. However, some analysts say that once its free period offer ends on 31 December this year, Jio could either extend the same or further slash prices. If that happens, it could be potentially very disruptive for other incumbents.
What are the interconnection issues? Why aren't other telecom companies allowing interconnection to Jio?
Jio customers have been facing call drops while calling subscribers of other networks. The incumbent operators have been denying interconnection to Jio saying that they cannot handle the deluge of data that the new network brings their way. Interconnect points are crucial to the new 4G enabled network, whose subscribers will otherwise not be able to make voice calls to subscribers of their networks. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has now stepped in, but the issue has not been resolved yet.
What are the apps you get with the Reliance Jio SIM card?
Jio is banking on its app and content ecosystem. A Jio user gets access to various apps including JioTV, JioCinema, JioMusic, JioMags, JioXpressNews, JioDrive etc. The Jio app subscription will remain free until December, 2017 for Jio customers. Subscribers are being promised video, live TV channels, music, premium magazine subscriptions etc.
How many customers is Reliance Jio targeting?
On 1 September, Mukesh Ambani said that Jio had a target of enrolling 100 million customers in the shortest possible time. Some news reports suggest that the company is looking to enroll 1 million subscribers a day, which, by any account, is a steep target. The targets notwithstanding, Jio is likely to wean several millions of subscribers away from the existing telecom companies.
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Greens leader Christine Milne is not walking away from her position that climate change shares some of the blame for the NSW bushfire crisis.
Senator Milne and deputy Adam Bandt have been accused of politicising the disaster with their comments that global warming has contributed to its cause.
Prime Minister Tony Abbott joined the debate when he described UN climate change negotiator Christiana Figueres as "talking through her hat" when she linked the fires to climate change.
Meanwhile, some bushfire experts say the warming of the planet is too slow to have directly caused the fires and fuel loads are to blame.
"The climate science has been clear for years - the world is now warmer and wetter than it has been," Senator Milne told reporters in Hobart.
"That is leading to conditions which mean that underlying events such as floods or fires or droughts are going to be more intense than they otherwise would have been and in some cases more frequent."
Senator Milne said scientists had predicted more heatwaves for Australia.
"Sydney has experienced the hottest winter, Australia has experienced the hottest year, we've experienced the hottest decade," she said.
"Climate change is happening and it's intensifying weather events.
"That's something that all scientists will acknowledge, it's something that Christiana Figueres ... has come out and said and it's pathetic to hear Tony Abbott try and back away from that.
"Yes we have (always had fires in Australia) but now we're facing fires that are going to be of greater intensity and we're going to have more high fire danger days."
Senator Milne said Australia needed a major disasters fund to deal with more frequent extreme weather events.
And she denied the Greens were using the misery of others to play politics.
"The Greens are desperately concerned for people who are in fire-prone areas and, in particular, who have suffered as a result of the fires in NSW," she said.
"Every day the Greens are out saying `if you care about people and you think about ... your own children, how old they're going to be in 2050, then you need to act on climate change'."


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Every week, we bring you five gear-related stories, from all over, that you won't want to miss. Here are this week's highlights:
Going Ultralight
For a good laugh, check out Semi-Rad's Brendan Leonard's "10 Tips to Lighten Your Backpack" on Adventure Journal this past week—because, as he opens the article with, "Lighter is righter … or something." Helpful tips include everything from swapping our your Playstation for a few iPhone apps to this gem: "If you notice you have a baby with you, run back into town quick and find someone to babysit it for the weekend. Babies are heavy and become awkward to carry after several miles."
(Photo courtesy of Paul L. Dineen | CC 2.0)
Cycling Gear That Fails to Make "a Wheel Difference"
In other amusing columns this week poking fun at gear obsessions, The Oxford Mail published an entertaining piece by cycling retailer Honour Tomkinson about gear flubs and fails in the cycling world of late. Included in her writeup are malfunctioning inflatable helmets, the Blaze Laserlight, a vibrating saddle "for those kinkier cyclists" and "the bike-mounted speakers for those cyclists who want to drown out the noise of the traffic you really should be paying attention to."
(Photo courtesy of Saucony/Vibram Arctic Grip)
The Best New Gear and Gadgets from OR and CES
Jokes aside, we still love our gear! And this last week has played host to two of the largest trade shows for gear geeks—Salt Lake City's Outdoor Retailer (OR) and Las Vegas's Consumer Electronics Show (CES). We've had a blast covering all the highlights here on Gear Institute.
Want to recharge your phone using water? Walk on ice without slipping? Wear a puffy jacket insulated with llama fleece? Curious to know which innovative products earned our "Best New Gear Awards" for OR this winter?
(Photo courtesy of Kama Jania)
A Lightning-Proof Tent
A tent is generally not a foolproof barrier against getting struck by lightning in the wilderness—but Polish designer Kama Jania is working on a solution to that. According to this post from Discovery News, her "Bolt tent" design calls for ultralight materials, rapid set-up and a special groundsheet that diverts the ground currents responsible for many human lightning injuries.
Last year she used a generator to test the tent's durability when "struck" with high-current electrical charges, and filmed the results.
(Photo courtesy of REI)
New App for Exploring National Parks
Last week, REI unveiled a new crowdsourced app, designed in partnership with the Colorado-based company Adventure Projects, to help users discover "hidden trails, unknown viewpoints and idyllic spots to enjoy life outside" in America's National Parks. GeekWire has the scoop here.
The app is timed to celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. It is available on both Android and iOS platforms.


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In our daily lives, we tend to forget about the crucial role of agriculture. However, providing food in sufficient quantity, at an acceptable level of quality, and then to distribute it efficiently is far from simple. Several factors are threatening the fulfilment of these objectives in the near future. The most important of which is the demographic trend. This includes not only rapid population growth –current projections forecast a population of 9.7 billion people in 2050 – but also the urbanization trend that is decreasing the available workforce in the agricultural sector – by 2050, 66% of the population is expected to be urban versus 54% in 2014.
Therefore, the demographic trend raises issues, namely increasing the demand and decreasing the supply of agricultural products; the latter by decreasing the relative amounts of two essential inputs: labour and land. Indeed, the reduction in agricultural land is another important factor threatening the sustainability of food production. This is partly due to the population increase, but also to the growing competition for land with biofuel producers and to the accelerated phenomena of desertification and rising sea levels. Further to labour and land, there is one last crucial input that is becoming even scarcer: water. This can also be linked to the increasing population and the competition over this resource between agriculture and other sectors.
Possible answers to these concerns can be found in Artificial Intelligence. For the scope of this article, we will define AI as any program able to process and analyse data, including Big Data, and take decisions based on these. It also includes machine learning and deep learning (itself embedded in machine learning) which can basically be described as self-improving algorithms. Although these new technologies show great promise in providing solutions to many of the arising challenges, they also have an important disruptive potential on the agricultural industry. It will be worth examining their possible impact.
Some targeted AI solutions — Food Quality & Quantity
Let us look first at the growing concern about food quality. This includes food safety but also pesticide levels and the nutrition claims of food items. One way to improve food quality is through the automated process of sorting products called optical sorting. It relies on hyperspectral cameras to analyse the material at the chemical level, which allows the system to detect hidden defects. Optical sorting systems have been increasingly used, particularly in the potato industry but also for different vegetables, fruits and nuts. These systems increase both yield and food safety as they improve the accuracy with which infected items are detected. Regarding the use of pesticide, robots can mostly improve the current situation by targeting more precisely the needed area of use, i.e. to improve spot spraying. Some automated thinning, weeding and spot spraying machines for lettuce have been developed with encouraging results.
The major innovation when it comes to increasing food supply is the UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). They can offer solutions to many of the issues of large farms by scanning vast areas of land in real-time for soil analysis, plant population count, crop anomalies, disease detection, etc. They can also be equipped to efficiently spray pesticide on crops. The main advantages of UAVs are their ability to take off and land vertically and their ability to fly at low altitudes, which makes them suitable for most kinds of terrain and crops. A second range of solutions to increase, or at least secure, food supply comes with sensor networks. An autonomous early warning system for fruit fly outbreaks has been developed. Using wireless sensor networks and GSM networks, coupled with self-organizing maps and support vector machines (two machine-learning techniques), it is able to automatically issue warning text messages to farmers and government officials when the population of fruit flies rises above a certain threshold. This system also improves food quality by reducing the need for pesticide. Another application of sensor networks lies in greenhouse climate controllers. Sensors have been part of greenhouse climate controllers for a while, but the addition of AI-based techniques like neural networks or genetic algorithms to the traditional systems have improved the yield and reduced the use of water and energy.
Some targeted AI solutions — Lack of Human Labour
Most of the technologies already mentioned help reduce the need for human labour in the agricultural sector. Optical sorting systems, automated spot spraying machines and autonomous UAVs efficiently replace humans, but other innovations have been designed solely for this purpose. This is the case for automated harvesting machines, driverless tractors and planting robots, for example. With regard to the latter, if I can be allowed to be a little patriotic, I will take the Belgian example of Robovision. This company, based in Ghent, develops software and deep learning solutions for various industries including agriculture. Their planting robot uses deep neural networks and is able to learn within a few minutes to plant a new plant type. On the other side of the Atlantic, several institutions joined their forces to set up an efficient automated harvesting machine called Demeter. It uses two complementary navigation systems; one GPS-based and the other camera-based. As the researchers state in their paper: "Demeter is capable of planning harvesting operations for an entire field, and then executing its plan by cutting crop rows, turning to cut successive rows, repositioning itself in the field, and detecting unexpected obstacles."
Some targeted AI solutions — Water & Land Management
Many universities and research institutions have been working on creating more efficient irrigation systems, and AI techniques have shown to be promising in this area. Most of these innovative systems rely on sensors and parameter modelling. It is worth noting the Enorasis project, a European Union funded project that developed a smart irrigation system that combines a meteorological analysis tool and a wireless sensor network to provide optimised and sustainable water management for farmers and water management organizations. Another impressive achievement in that regard was accomplished by the company ConserWater. It developed an algorithm for the purpose of machine-learning soil moisture. It therefore works without ground sensors, using only satellite data, historical weather data and a variety of other factors. It has been shown to be highly effective and is already used by more than a hundred farmers in several countries. Its success can also be explained by the handy way it is distributed to customers: a smartphone app available on Android and iOS.
Increasing yield could be a way to reduce the need for agricultural land. This can be done through many channels, some of them already mentioned in this article (improving the sorting systems of fruits and vegetables, using sensor networks in fields and greenhouses, and so on). Another channel is plant breeding and this is being explored by FarmView, a research team at the Carnegie Mellon School of Computer Science (USA) dedicated specifically to increasing crop yield. Using sensor networks and multispectral cameras (which are similar to the hyperspectral cameras mentioned in the optical sorting systems, but with a lower spectral resolution), they try to develop a variety of grain sorghum characterised by high yield, disease resistance and drought tolerance. Machine learning helps them to determine what plant phenotypes (for example the orientation of the leaves) are linked with these desirable characteristics.
The possible impact of the AI (r)evolution
All these innovations could boost agriculture's productivity to unprecedented levels, which is necessary to overcome the many issues that the sector is facing. But it should be emphasised that they mostly target the needs of large farms and that, even when they could be useful to smaller producers, they are currently prohibitively expensive. We should keep in mind that agriculture is highly heterogeneous in Europe. Consequently, the development of new innovative tools could enlarge the already growing gap between two types of agriculture, by increasing the concentration of production and forcing small farmers to survive in food market niches. The tendency towards concentration has been observed for more than a decade: in the period of 2005-2013, the number of small farms fell dramatically while the biggest farms saw their number increase slightly.
It is not something inherently bad, but the transition should be carefully supervised and managed. That which could happen within countries could also happen between countries. Indeed, AI technologies represent costly investments not only for farmers in terms of purchase price but also for public institutions in terms of R&D. Also, it appears that most of the R&D regarding AI is taking place in rich countries. Even assuming that developing countries will import the technologies created elsewhere, these might not be suitable for their particular agricultural sector. Therefore, it seems reasonable to believe that developing countries will import food instead of technology. Beyond the problem of different farming structures, developing countries might fail to implement AI technologies in their agricultural sector because of a lack of properly trained workers to handle these cutting-edge tools. In fact, providing enough training to farmers should be a major focus for any country willing to modernise their agricultural industry, as it is necessary in order to maximise the potential increase in productivity and the investments profitability.
The European Union seems to be aware of the coming evolution of agriculture and, more importantly, of the consequences it might have. This situation requires subtle responses in agricultural policy, but also in education and general trade policies. However, to this day, it is still unclear what framework will be provided by the post 2020 Common Agricultural Policy for innovation.
In conclusion…
The objective of this article was to give a general overview of the ongoing innovations in the field of AI and robotics targeting the agricultural sector, but also to discuss their potential to help the adaptation of this age-old and tremendously important human activity, as well as the consequences that could follow. However, despite being a fantastic means of overcoming the challenges raised by a changing situation, AI is not the only solution. Other ways towards sustainability exist, like permaculture that could drastically increase the yield of food production while improving quality and reducing the need for inputs like water and energy. Urban farming also provides a sustainable solution to the problem of available workforce due to urbanization, by relocating part of the food production closer to the people, who are both workers and consumers. It also helps boosting the image of agricultural work by underlining the environmental and community building role of growing food. Last but not least, it optimises the use of land. So agriculture has a bright future ahead, but traditional farmers might not.


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Presented by Mark Wheeler
UPDATED: A PDF of the presentation is available for download.
Blockchain technology is being talked about as one of the next big innovations to take hold across multiple industries. Businesses who focus on transactions, contracts, and assets management are just a few of the initial sectors of the economy which will be disrupted. As the underlying technology begins to take hold, time-consuming and labor-intensive functions will be replaced by automated and "always on" smart processes. Centralized models of trust and authenticity will be replaced by decentralized services and crowd-based consensus algorithms.
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As the kids get older, family game nights get fewer and far between. Busy schedules mean less time when we are all home together. However, when we do get the occasional opportunity when we are all home together, the kids love a fun family game night! I've already posted about some of our game night favorites, but wanted to share three more new-to-us games that we've been enjoying recently.
Cat Chaos – Cat Chaos is a fast-paced, card swapping game from Ginger Fox Games. The game consists of 100 cards (4 cards of each of 25 different Cat Celebrities) like David Meowie, Hairy Potter, Pawdrey Hepburn and more. Four cards are placed face up in the center of the table. The rest of the cards are dealt face down to the players in six piles. When the youngest player says, "meow" the game begins.
Picking up only one pile of cards at a time, players must swap their cards with the cards in the center to create a group of four of the same card. When a complete matching set is made, the player yells out the name of the completed set, i.e. "Luke Skywhisker" Although the game can be played with two players, we have found that it is more fun with all four of us playing. It is a quick game and is easy to learn. When we want to play a quick family game, this has been our go-to. Plus, it's small and easily transportable to take with us when we travel.
Ages: 8+
Time: 5 – 20 minutes
Players: 2-8
Picwits! (c/o MindWare) – Picwits! is another fun card game consisting of picture cards and captions.
Players are given six picture cards. The judge turns over a caption card and each player needs to choose one of their picture cards that they think best matches the caption. The judge chooses their favorite and the player who submitted that picture card wins the caption.
The game ends when one player collects 4-7 caption cards, depending on the number of players. This game is similar in format to games like Apples to Apples and Cards Against Humanity (for adults). I never realized how long this game has been around, as it won the 2013/Spring Parents' Choice Fun Stuff Award Winner for board games! This is always a fun game for us to play. There are a variety of picture cards ranging from the cute to funny. It's interesting to see the different picture cards we choose to match the caption and which card the judge picks as their favorite.
Ages: 10+
Time:- approximately 30 minutes a game
Players: 4+
Q*bitz (c/o MindWare) – On the total opposite end of the game spectrum is Q*bitz. This is a visual dexterity game. The game consists of four wooden trays with a set of sixteen colored cubes in each tray. The game is played in three rounds.
In the first round, one of the 100 picture cards is turned over. Using the colored cubes in their tray, players race to recreate the same pattern that is on the card. The first player to accurately do so, wins the round. The second round involves cube rolling. A new card is turned over and players roll all sixteen of their cubes, selecting the cubes that match the pattern. They continue to roll the unused cubes until they have recreated the pattern on the card. The first person to do this wins the round. In the last round, a card is turned over, and players have ten seconds to memorize it. Then the card is turned face down and the first player to recreate the pattern or comes closest to recreating it wins the round.
This is a quieter, more individual, but still fast paced game. We've played this game with just two of us as well as the whole family. It really tests players' visual skills and dexterity. Our least favorite round is the memory round and sometimes we just skip that round and replay one of the other rounds. This game has won multiple awards, including the Parent's Choice Gold Award.
The Details:
Ages: 8+
Time: 15-25 minutes
Players: 4


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written from dapper & wise roasters, which recently opened on division st near unfold yoga studio
The past few weekends have been FULL. Full of goodness, of friendship, of work and of self-care. I feel like I'm beginning to find my footing in Portland (kinda literally). While I still feel like a New Yorker in Oregon (gardening is decidedly still a challenge – see below), there are many aspects of this relaxed, but still ultra meaningful way of life that I can get used to. The past two weekends are excellent representations of how Portland combines all of the above in its signature coffee-drinking, do-everything-in-the-rain lifestyle.
Garden Work Party
Part of my position for my service is to facilitate work in the school garden. School gardens are wonderful things (I wrote about my course on them here), but to be perfectly honest, I feel like a fish out of water when dealing with them (I'm a New Yorker, after all). I worked my toosh off on this event – acquiring volunteers, taking out tools and supplies, getting food donations. The most interesting part was that I wasn't good at any of it…nor did I likemuch of it. But the feeling of loving it in the present moment – while I was doing it – and succeeding at something that I thought I was not good at or liked was so beyond worthwhile. Furthermore, it gave me permission – abundant, self-loving permission – to truly treat the rest of my weekend…as a weekend.
New Girl
Soaking wet, I returned home from the garden work party (did I not mention that Portland has had perfect weather for weeks…until I host a three-hour-long outdoor event?). I took the best shower of my life, got cozy, made some lunch and tea and sat down to crack up with New Girl, a sitcom I've always found myself relating to, with a protagonist who is as strong as she is quirky…and whose sense of style I idolize (gooooo Jessica Day!). Oh, and did I mention that the character is from Portland?!
AmeriCorps Yoga
I'd been planning this AmeriCorps Yoga workshop since about a month before I broke my leg. I enjoy teaching yoga to all populations and stages of life, but especially to the stage of life that I personally am in at the moment. For me, this means teaching yoga to other AmeriCorps volunteers and service professionals. We began the class with tea and a brainstorm and circle-share of how we take care of ourselves, followed by a vinyasa yoga practice, then partner poses we can do with the kids and teens we work with. We closed with some luscious restorative asana and a quote on systems theory, the overwhelming and beautiful idea that we can be the small shifts, drawing a direct link from mindfulness to the social change we are capable of.
Happy Hour Warriors
On Friday, knowing that Saturday would be the pinnacle of a crazy work month (spring at the school I serve at, it turns out, is cray cray), I planned a happy hour with my roommates at what just might be the best happy hour deal in Portland. This says a lot, seeing as Portland prioritizes happy hours like no other city I've traveled to or lived in (and that says a lot – I've been to lots of cities…and happy hours) – they even have two of them, an early one and a late one. Anyways, my dad and stepmom got me and my roommates a gift card to Southpark Seafood in downtown PDX, which has a $5 happy hour menu that includes full meals. We ordered burgers, wine and a roasted brussel sprouts with breakfast sausage dish that was absolutely divine. We toasted to celebrating, and the importance of celebrations in ritualizing life.
Brunch: Portlandia Style
My favorite episode of Portlandia is the one with the brunch line. Since I first visited Portland a fateful two years ago, I've always said that Portlandia is an understatement. I stand by that now, as evidenced by the fact that my roommates and I, on Sunday morning, traveled first in search of biscuits (we saw the line wind around the block). Then, we went to our favorite brunch spot on Hawthorne – Cup and Saucer – and the waiting list didn't budge. We're all busy ladies so we decided to go to a spot that we'd previously only seen on Portlandia: Waffle Window. We all got our bacon-y waffles from a hilarious hipster stand, scarfed them down and went on with our days.
Cafe Time
Deciding to get some work done later that Sunday, I went to Ford Food & Drink on 12th and Division. The ambiance was that of a bunch of freelancers working separately, but together: my favorite combination!
Goth Yoga
Yes, this class was described as goth yoga, though the instructor was far from goth personality-wise. He was completely ebullient and a lovely fellow teacher, introducing me (who he just met) to the other students at the end of class as a fellow teacher, a colleague of sorts. The whole scenario made me beam. We flowed event though the music wasn't what I would personally choose when teaching a yoga class.


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THE SESSIONS - 'Let Me In'/'Bouncing Bass' (Fontana F-1529) November 1965
I've had this record several years and did some research on it ages ago but never got around to posting it on 'Flower Bomb Songs'. I guess after writing about The Sorrows version of 'Let Me In' last time out, this is the perfect time for The Sessions.
Scant information exists about The Sessions but they were a short lived Brum beat outfit that enjoyed NO releases in England but somehow 'Let Me In' b/w 'Bouncing Bass' got a release in USA.
The Sessions included future Deep Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore and according to his official website The Sessions also included Chas Hodges (bass), Nicky Hopkins (piano), Jimmy Evans (drums) and singer/songwriter (and future Sorrows member Miki Dallon on vocals).
The studio sessions for both recordings took place during March 1965, so this version was way earlier than the more familiar Sorrows take. 'Bouncing Bass' is an instrumental.
THE SESSIONS - Let Me In


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Because of voter identification law changes passed by the 2013 North Dakota Legislature, state residents should ensure they have one of the five valid forms of identification that will be allowed at the polls.
The five valid forms of identification are:
- North Dakota driver's license
- North Dakota non-driver's ID
- Tribal issued ID
- Student ID voting certificate
- Long-term care ID certificate
In all cases, state law requires the ID to include the voter's name, residential address (not a PO Box), and date of birth. People who use a tribal-issued ID to vote should check to be sure the ID includes all of the required information.
New residents of the state must also obtain a valid North Dakota ID to be eligible to vote. You should go to your nearest DOT driver's license site to obtain a North Dakota ID. State law requires that voters must live in a precinct 30 days prior to voting in any election.
People who have moved since they last voted must update their address record with the Department of Transportation at least one month before an election. That way your current and correct address will appear in the poll book used by poll workers to confirm that you are eligible to vote in your new voting precinct. There is a link on the www.vote.nd.gov homepage where you can easily update your address online. You can also call DOT at 701-328-2600 or 1-855-637-6237.
Residents of long-term care facilities, such as a nursing home, will have to obtain a certificate issued by the facility where they live in order to vote.
College students will also be required to obtain a voting certificate from the college they are attending in order to vote in that location.
Absentee Voting and Voting by Mail
Finally, there are also changes to voting absentee and voting by mail. The ballot application must include the identification number from your N.D. driver's license or non-driver's ID, or your tribal ID number. Students and residents of long-term care facilities must include a copy of the certificate they obtain from the institution with the ballot application. If you don't have any of those, you can still apply for an absentee/vote by mail ballot, but you must have another person with valid identification information sign and include their ID number on your ballot application.
Ballot application forms and other election information can be found online at www.vote.nd.gov.


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Somebody That I Used To Know
August 18th 2014
Story originally written and experienced: May 11th 2010
"Greetings, Earthling."
He said.
And the crowd went wild.
"That's what she told me, I swear!" He projected >>> into the mic. "The first time I met her, she came up to me and said those two words."
He was talking about my sister.
Because he was giving her an award.
An award for accomplishing great things.
And I was there to see it.
She was a top student you see, and an honorable member of the "National Honor Society" which would look quite sharp and extra pristine on her college applications.
When I saw her.
En route to collect her accomplishments from one side of the stage >>>> to the next.
I couldn't help but remember the days when she was just 3 years old. And she was a hypochondriac. And she would sCaMpEr from
one side of the lawn >>>> to the other
In a striped onesie, floral slip ons, a hair beret and a face painted in anti-itch cream she found in the cabinets whilst double-fisting bottles of cold medicine and screaming "Just just just in case!!!"
And I thought about it again after the ceremony when the crowd congregated in the cafeteria for complimentary cake and glasses of juice too.
And the reason Silvia and I didn't really leave the buffet table that night was because.
Well because.
Snacking was something we were always inherently excellent at.
…And also this.
And these triggered flashbacks kept continuing until I got home. And I wanted a remedy. So I put on pajamas that came in the form of super soft Christmas pants and an oversized tee. And then I went
And walked directly towards this particular cabinet that sits to the
bottom right
of my mantle.
And made a
Of home videos that I intended to watch.
And I did.
And they made me feel strange. But also kind of great. Watching a myriad of moments that were once incredibly normal—but were now so far out of memory and reach.
And I guess it hit me a little more anytime my father, aunt, cousins or grandpa would
Appear on the screen.
Because they're no longer around. And never would be again.
I didn't like that they had gone away.
How they had gone away.
Or how everything changed when they did.
It was weird that I felt okay. And reacted with a perfect duet of sadness and content when I rewitnessed moments where they did in fact—exist.
And then I saw my mom.
Different hair cut. Same smile. With different worries and joys too.
And then segments of rogue birthday parties where my classmates temporarily doubled as my very best friends.
And the more I watched I kind of became entranced with this feeling of mixing the old mindset with the new. So I reached in the same cabinet, and found photos upon photos upon photos upon more.
Filled with familiar faces ones and forgotten ones.
Old friends. And continued ones.
Vintage lovers. And new ones.
Bad hair cuts. And great ones.
Past places. And current graces.
And with every revisited moment and memory encapsulated with paused people in photographs—I realized that I didn't just know these people.
But I knew them again.
I knew my sister as a baby who ate ketchup for breakfast, brunch and dinner. And then I knew her again as a successful adult.
I knew my mother as a striving partner of two…who I eventually became acquainted with as a superstar single who very confidently thrived alone.
I knew my best friends since childhood who used to eat grass with me on the playground. Which transitioned into sushi in grocery store parking lots in high school. And then steak dinners in the city to celebrate new jobs that made us proud.
I knew previous romances who were once incredibly normal, relevant, consistent and around. And one day they were entirely not. Originating as an intensely known confidant and transitioning into a patchwork blanket of memories that I can only attempt to refabricate in my mind.
And then I knew myself.
Mildly as a baby.
Then again whenst I formed a general consciousness and geared up for the first day of school.
Rediscovered another time in high school.
And of course in college too.
And then there I was. Sitting where I was sitting. Watching what I was watching. And trying to imagine who I was. In that moment. Right there.
And I wasn't able to do it.
Not because I was lost. In turmoil. Confused. Or even wrong.
But more so because…I was a work in progress. Always have been and always will. And I was okay with that. Because when I thought about
Where we all currently are.
And where we had been.
I realized it was working.
Being patient with ourselves—was working. Making mistakes—was working. Loving and losing—was working. Loving and keeping—was working.
And that moment made me feel strange. But also kind of great. Thinking about a myriad of moments that were once incredibly normal—but were now so far out of memory and reach.
Which is exactly how they should be. Because I've come along away. And you have too.
And the person that you used to know.
And the person you are now.
Are quite different.
And well.
That's just fantastic.


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Alberto Fujimori, the infamous former president of Peru known for corruption and disregard for civil liberties, has been convicted of ordering two mass killings and a kidnapping during a civil war in the 1990s. Fujimori was president of Peru during some of the most violent conflicts with the Shining Path revolutionary movement, and the president used a "by any means necessary" approach to squash the insurgency. He was found guilty of having directed a death squad that executed 25 suspected revolutionaries. The conviction is a watershed moment for those wishing to bring corrupt leaders to justice in developing nations, as it is the first time a democratically elected leader in Latin America has been found guilty in his own country.


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Every year the Belgian National Bank organises the Interprofessional tournament with the participation of Belgian companies and institutions. It's normally a team competition where they are summing the best individual scores of each team. The National Bank's team is always the big favourite of the event as all their players are around 2000+ ELO.
The team results for this year:
1. National Bank
2. Europchess
3. Belgacom
5. Pro Natura
6. The Belgian


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Who doesn't love fresh vegetables? Even in a small space, you can use vertical gardening as a way to produce fresh vegetables all season long.
You have probably tried container gardening, which works well too. A few terra cotta planters around your patio or balcony are a great way to have a small flower garden, water feature or a few fresh tomato plants growing, but you can become a serious gardener with a vertical gardening setup.
If you are limited on square feet, such as a small backyard, or patio, and are an avid gardener, especially for vegetables, then the sky is the limit... so to speak!
By heading upwards, you can take advantage of height rather than square footage on the ground to grow all kinds of vegetables.
You need a strong structure, which you can build yourself, or you can purchase kits that have the framework already in kit form or designed for you. Many vertical gardeners will use containers that are three high, (such as in the picture) and will have a few of them lined up in their small space.
Vegetable Planter | Flower Planter | Outdoor Planters - Self Watering Red Planter Box by Monkey Pots!
You will be surprised by just how many veggies can be grown in this way. The trick is the strong framework that keeps your containers strong and safe and able to get light. Imagine having the bottom container for the string beans and other climbers, and the next two for carrots, and lettuce for example.
Nothing is off limits if you set up your vertical garden right. You can also use this framework idea for flowers, but it makes a great vegetable garden. You don't have to spend back breaking hours weeding and cultivating, as each container is accessible without bending on hands and knees.
You can keep better control of your garden from critters, and there are some kits that are even self watering.
As long as you have access to natural daylight, and a few square feet to set up these frames, then you can have fresh produce from your own garden.
These systems have become very popular as people downsize and live with smaller yards and patios but still want the enjoyment of vegetable gardening. Going up is an economical way to use your space.
Many garden centers are starting to promote kits for vertical gardening systems and books to design your own. But you can also get systems online at sites such as Amazon and other gardening sites.
If you would like to grow more thant just tomatoes in a few pots on your patio, then consider a vertical garden system. You can grow all your favourite veggies just as if you were planting in the ground.
This would also make a great house warming gift for anyone downsizing or simply moving into a place with a small outdoor space. It makes a great investment in the space and can provide you with your own home grown veggies.
You can grow as many veggies as you want if you plant up instead of across. Using simple round planter pots can be limiting if you want to grow anything but flowers. So, if you are serious about your veggies, but simply don't have the ground space, then take a look at the latest in vertical gardening.


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Paul Rhys looks back on 2009 and says cricket attack gave sport its proper perspective.
Armed men fire on bus carrying national team for the Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
Thomas Dossevi, a Togo striker, told the RMC radio station that the team was "shot at like dogs" by hooded assailants who were "armed to the teeth".
"We had just crossed the border … everything was fine. Then there was a powerful burst of gunfire," he said.
"Everyone dived under the seats and the police fired back. It felt like war had broken out. It's shocking."
High-profile players
Gabriel Ameyi, the Togo Football Federation vice-president, said players Obilale Kossi and Serge Akakpo had been wounded in the attack.
The Associated Press news agency reported that two team doctors and a journalist travelling with the squad had also been injured.
The attack comes just two days before the start of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations, the continent's biggest football event.
A spokesman for the tournament has said that it will go ahead despite the attack.
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Profile: Cabinda separatists
"Our great concern is for the players, but the championship goes ahead," Souleymane Habuba, a spokesman for the Confederation of African Football, said.
The Togo team had been training in DRC and were travelling to Angola by bus ahead of their match against Ghana on Monday.
Cabinda is scheduled to host seven matches in the tournament this month.
Karthi Gnanasegaram, Al Jazeera's sports correspondent in London, said some high-profile players, including captain Emmanuel Adebayor, who plays for the English club, Manchester City, were in the Togo team.
"We have spoken to Manchester City. They have told us he is definitely safe and he is unharmed, but he is obviously shaken by what has happened in the last few hours," she said.
Antonio Bento Bembe, Angola's minister without porfolio, who is in charge of Cabinda affairs, condemned the attack.
"This was an act of terrorism that is being dealt with as we speak," he told Reuters.
'Failed security'
Guy Momat, an independent Congolese journalist, told Al Jazeera that the Flec consider the Cabinda region to be a separate entity from the rest of Angola.
"We've got oil and timber in Cabinda and for years groups have been trying to take control of them for the profits."
Momat said that the unrest had subsided in recent years giving impetus to Angola staging the tournament.
Flec signed a peace deal with Angola's government in 2006, but in recent months has claimed a spate of attacks on the military and foreign oil and construction workers in the province.
Keir Radnedge, a leading football author and a former editor of World Soccer magazine, told Al Jazeera that security arrangements in Angola had failed.
"The problem with any sports organisation is that they do rely on this [belief] that generally sports teams don't get attacked. Now obviously, that is something that is falling apart," he said.
"The situation speaks volumes about the difficulty of trying to protect any number of sports teams when they're travelling."
Radnedge said "this is one of the big worries concerning South Africa and the World Cup", referring to the forthcoming 2010 football tournament.
"This is probably the worst thing that could have happened at the start of the South African World Cup year."