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- Weston Park
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Last Christmas Santa at the Museum received a big thumbs up from our visitors, so once again we'll be turning our Arctic World gallery into Santa's North Pole home and he'll be there in person giving out quality presents.
"Weston Park Museum is where you will find Sheffield's jolliest Father Christmas. His laughter booms around the museum and he is absolutely delightful."
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WASHINGTON (AP) — For a time, the Internal Revenue Service inspired awe and admiration in Americans, not just trepidation and lame jokes about death and taxes.
Everyone loved the revenue agents when they put away Al Capone, the Chicago underworld's master of brutality and bribes, in a coup so spectacular it scared other gangsters straight.
In the year after, federal coffers swelled as delinquent taxpayers stepped forward to make good on their debts. Criminals came out of the woodwork to pay taxes on their ill-gotten gains. Authorities in what was then the Intelligence Unit of the Bureau of Internal Revenue nailed the slippery Public Enemy No. 1 when no one else could, scooped up New York City racketeers by the dozen and stood tall in the popular imagination as incorruptible, fearless stewards of the treasury and the law.
Fine, but that was the 1930s. What have they done for us lately?
Or to us?
The essential mission hasn't changed. The IRS still collects the money that goes back out to build roads, help look after people in their old age, fight menaces from Nazism to terrorism, and operate the vast levers of government. It still locks up a few thousand delinquents a year, among them drug kingpins who wouldn't be caught any other way.
But no one loves the IRS anymore, not for ages. It's our culture's king-sized pain that makes you do hard math, issues nonsensical directions, takes your money and gives it to politicians to waste even as they borrow unspeakable sums from China to waste even more.
On top of that overdrawn caricature, the agency now is saddled with its episode of tea party tumult, exposing IRS behavior that is memorably bumbling at best and criminal at worst.
"Taxes grow without rain." Proverb.
More than 97,000 people work for the IRS, more than double the workforce of that other deeply inquisitive and all-seeing institution, Google.
That includes 13,000 revenue agents and more than 1,500 lawyers, about as many attorneys as practice statewide in North Dakota. It's bigger than some Cabinet departments — Transportation for one. Employment has dropped by about 10,000 since 2010.
The perception of the "taxman" probably should give way to tax woman because more than six in 10 employees are female, a substantially higher share than in both the civil service and U.S. labor force at large.
The IRS is something of a hybrid in its relationship with political masters, not the "independent agency" claimed by President Barack Obama when he dissociated himself from its discriminatory audits of conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status during the 2012 campaign.
It is partially independent, which is not at all like being a bit pregnant. On one hand, the president and his people at the White House are barred by law from pressing the IRS to start or stop a tax audit. This is to prevent the president from putting the heat on a political foe or going easy on a political friend, both tactics of the past.
The commissioner serves five-year terms, ensuring that leadership is out of synch with four-year election cycles. The commissioner and chief lawyer are the only political appointees and must be confirmed by the Senate.
But the commissioner reports to the treasury secretary through the department's deputy and can be fired at will by the president, which is not the case in more hands-off federal bodies. Indeed, the acting chief, Steven Miller, was ousted within days of the report coming to light showing the misbegotten actions of lower level employees; he was one of three senior officials to be sidelined in the continuing investigation.
"This is too difficult for a mathematician. It takes a philosopher." Nobel Prize physicist Albert Einstein on preparing his taxes.
The income tax was unloved from its inception.
Pushing for it in 1861 to help pay for the Civil War, Rep. Thaddeus Stevens declared, "It is unpleasant to send the tax gatherer to the door of the farmers, the mechanics, and the capitalists ... but these things must come or this government must soon be buried in its grave."
President Abraham Lincoln signed into law a 3 percent tax on income over $800, a sum few people made. A progressive income tax followed a year later in a law establishing an enforcement arm, the office of commissioner of internal revenue in the Treasury Department. The wealthiest Americans paid 5 percent.
Before the end of the 1800s, the income tax was repealed, revived and struck down as unconstitutional, only to return in 1913 with the enactment of a constitutional amendment.
The tax form of 100 years ago — three pages long, with another page of instructions — loosely resembles the short form of today, except for its provisions for deducting uninsured shipwrecks and its guidance to a still-agricultural nation about claiming income from the wool and hides of slaughtered animals.
The basic tax rate was 1 percent on personal income over $3,000, and there was a 6 percent surtax on astronomical incomes over $500,000.
Rates would not remain so benign for long. In 1918, the top rate soared to 77 percent to help pay for World War I. During World War II, compliance leaped forward when Congress introduced payroll withholding and quarterly tax payments.
"If you drive a car, I'll tax the street. If you try to sit, I'll tax your seat. If you get too cold, I'll tax the heat. If you take a walk, I'll tax your feet." The Beatles, "Taxman."
Back to biblical times, revenue collection was often contracted out to independent "tax farmers" so as to insulate authorities from the howls of an aggrieved population, Atlanta accountant Jay Starkman says in his history of taxes, "The Sex of a Hippopotamus," so named because it's about as hard to divine whether a hippo is male or female as it is to comprehend the tax code.
A certain distance remains. No president visited the IRS headquarters until John Kennedy did so in 1961, embracing the tax collector as the underpinning of a nation locked in Cold War competition, a space race and monumental obligations at home and abroad. "We are strongly behind you," Kennedy told the agency. "We expect the best from you."
It was a historic, morale-building visit to the put-upon agency but JFK's record with the IRS is not entirely noble. Although the bureau was reorganized in the 1950s to replace patronage appointments with career professionals (and to rename it the Internal Revenue Service), Kennedy's administration used it to try to cower critics on the right.
Later, President Richard Nixon's IRS manipulations against those on his "enemies list" rose to the level of an impeachable offense in the eyes of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
In the 1990s, the IRS went through another overhaul, this time to introduce more accountability, more recourse for the taxpayer and a customer-service ethic.
"Some people believe that the IRS slogan is, 'We're not happy until you're not happy,'" Starkman writes in his book. Yet it's probably more responsive to the consumer than the annoying help lines for digital gadgets. "Although IRS is the largest paper-shuffling organization in the world," he says, "when I call, I still get a live American person fairly quickly."
To IRS haters, the overhaul was not much more than public relations gloss, lipstick on a fanged pig.
But it made some changes that are consequential to this day. Among them, it established the Office of the Inspector General for Tax Administration, a more autonomous organization than existed before to scrutinize the behavior of the tax collectors.
That's the outfit that investigated and exposed the audits slanted against conservatives in the 2012 campaign. It's why the IRS is in such a pickle now.
Associated Press researcher Monika Mathur contributed to this report.


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Lewis Hamilton fully expects to remain Nico Rosberg's team-mate for many years to come, although he has left the door slightly ajar for a potential move.
On Wednesday Rosberg committed his future to Mercedes by signing a new long-term deal believed to take him through to the end of 2016 at least.
Whether Hamilton will follow suit is a question unlikely to be answered until next year at some stage as the 29-year-old's current three-year contract does not expire until the end of 2015.
For now, Hamilton is naturally at home with the Brackley-based team as he fights to claim his second world championship.
Heading into this weekend's German Grand Prix, trailing Rosberg by just four points following his recent win at Silverstone, Hamilton said: "I'm quite relaxed at the moment.
"Obviously I'm in a different position to Nico. His contract was due to run out at the end of this year, so it was the right time for him to discuss things, whereas my contract is until the end of 2015.
"I'm very, very happy in the team and naturally I assume I'll sit down with the bosses and we'll discuss the future.
"But I've been with Mercedes since I was 13 years old, and it's very difficult for me to see myself anywhere else, but you never know what the future may hold."
As for the immediate future, another captivating battle is in store this weekend as Hamilton and Rosberg continue their head-to-head battle for motor sport's most prized crown.
Given the week Rosberg has enjoyed since the deflation of his first retirement this season in the British Grand Prix, Hamilton is wary of the positive effect that could have on the German.
In the space of a few days Rosberg got married, watched Germany win the World Cup, and then put to paper on his new deal.
In terms of attempting to wrest back the initiative from Hamilton, Rosberg could not have asked for more, and will now be buoyed by the backing of thousands of ecstatic Germans on home soil.
Assessing the situation, Hamilton added: "For every driver when he goes into his home race he gets a boost, and I think Nico will have that extra boost this weekend.
"Not least because Germany have just won the World Cup and the whole country is on a serious high.
"Hopefully that will also have a positive effect on the whole team, as Mercedes-Benz."
Rosberg, who concedes he has had a "very positive week", is naturally hoping to tap into the positive vibe that has swept his country in light of the World Cup triumph.
"The effort of the team as a whole, how they all played together was really great to see and that's what helped them win the tournament," said Rosberg.
"That's what we at Mercedes are trying to do as well, to really work well, everybody together, to make the most of it.
"We're also on the right track in that respect because to dominate the sport as we are doing indicates we work pretty well together as a team.
"Of course there's room for improvement, but we're going in the right direction."
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TACOMA, Wash. -- Willamette University rolled up 690 yards of total offense with 345 rushing yards and 345 passing yards, as the Bearcats moved past the University of Puget Sound, 62-20, in a Northwest Conference game on Saturday, Nov. 16.
Taylor Wyman (Jr., RB/P) led the rushing attack with 15 carries for 140 yards and four touchdowns. He scored on runs of 8, 1 and 4 yards, before covering 79 yards on his final touchdown in the third quarter.
Josh Dean (Sr., QB) controlled the passing game, completing 25 of 41 attempts for 345 yards and three touchdowns. Dean also carried the ball 18 times for 92 yards, including one touchdown.
Willamette finished the season at 7-2 overall, 4-2 (3rd place) in the NWC. Puget Sound ended the year at 1-8, 0-6 in the NWC.
Dean concluded the year with 192 completions on 303 attempts (63.4%) for 2,489 yards and 28 touchdowns. He ended the day with 468 career pass completions on 729 attempts for 5,877 yards and 62 touchdowns -- mostly in two years as a starter.
The career numbers, although impressive, are not Willamette records, which were set by Todd Greenough (1984-88, 571 of 1,024 for 7,872 yards) and John Horner (1990-93, 74 TDs).
Tyson Giza (Sr., CB) played on offense, defense and special teams. The cornerback registered four tackles and broke up a pass on defense. He played wide receiver on offense, and caught 6 passes for 129 yards, including the game's opening touchdown on a 45-yard catch. Giza returned two kickoffs for 62 yards (31.0 avg.).
Jack Nelson (Jr., ILB) led the WU defense with 10 total tackles (9 unassisted), plus 3.0 tackles for losses, one quarterback sack for 11 yards, and one interception. For the season, Nelson achieved a team-high 112 total tackles, while leading the team with 67 unassisted tackles and 45 assists. He tied for the team lead with 9.5 tackles for losses.
The Bearcats needed just over a minute to score the game's first touchdown. Dean rushed for a total of five yards on the first two plays, then threw a 25-yard pass to Giza. On the next play, Dean connected with Giza again for 45 yards and a touchdown with 13:57 on the clock. Kyle Derby (Sr., PK/P) kicked the extra point, giving WU a 7-0 lead.
Puget Sound took the ensuing kickoff and drove from its own 33 until the Loggers earned 1st-and-goal at the WU 5-yard line.
On first down, Kupono Park carried the ball for two yards to the 3-yard line, then gained just one yard on second down and one yard on third down. Tyler Ropp (Fr., DL), who tackled Park on third down, stopped him for no gain on fourth down at the 1-yard line.
Willamette responded with a 10-play, 99-yard drive to take a 14-0 lead. Dean was 5 for 5 passing for 55 yards during the drive. The big play was a 37-yard pass to Derek Traeger (Jr., WR) that brought the ball to the UPS 16. Dean rushed for 29 yards on two carries during the drive, including a 13-yard touchdown run.
The Bearcats added another touchdown on their third possession. The drive covered 11 plays and 70 yards, and ended with an 8-yard scoring jaunt by Wyman with 13:58 remaining in the half.
Connor Savage of Puget Sound blocked the extra point, which bounced up perfectly for Roy Fuchigami, who returned the ball. Derby tracked into Willamette territory to stop Fuchigami near the 30-yard line to prevent a two-point defensive score.
Puget Sound put up its first points of the game on a 6-yard pass from Braden Foley to Dustin Harrison with 5:11 left in the first half. The extra point by Sawyer Petre was blocked by Nikk Ryan (Fr., DL), leaving WU with a 20-6 advantage.
Willamette took charge of the game with two scores in the final 2:18 of the second quarter. The first score was achieved on a 1-yard run by Wyman to complete a 68-yard drive. The possession might have ended on the first play, but Ryan recovered a fumble at the WU 27.
It also could have ended after three plays, but on 3rd-and-12 from the WU 30, Dean sent a pass to Traeger for 20 yards to the midfield stripe. Two plays later, Dean connected with Austin Jones (Fr., WR) for 28 yards. A penalty two plays later led to 2nd-and-13 at the UPS 22. Dean hit Giza for 21 yards, and Wyman scored on the next play.
Four plays after the kickoff, Foley was sacked by Kyle Davey (Sr., DL) at the Puget Sound 45-yard line to return the ball to Willamette on downs.
On the second play, an interception by UPS was wiped out by a defensive holding penalty, giving WU 1st-and-10 at the Loggers' 28. After an incomplete pass, Giza made a 17-yard reception to the UPS 11. On 3rd-and-3 from the 4-yard line, Wyman scored his third touchdown of the half with 20 seconds on the clock. Derby's PAT increased the lead to 34-6.
Although UPS tallied the first points of the second half on a 3-yard pass from Foley to Brennan Schon, the Bearcats continued to pull away in the third quarter.
WU offset the touchdown by Schon with a 14-yard touchdown catch by Traeger at the 5:32 mark. After forcing a punt near midfield, the Bearcats quickly scored again. On the second play, Wyman dashed 79 yards to the end zone for his fourth touchdown of the afternoon. Derby kicked the extra point and the Bearcats led 48-13.
The teams combined for three scores in the final period. Foley threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Harrison with 11:58 left for UPS. Traeger hauled in his second touchdown pass of the day for WU with 9:56 remaining on a 16-yard throw from Dean. Zackery Chang (Fr., RB) scored for Willamette with 3:27 to go on a 6-yard run.
Traeger led all receivers with 11 catches for 141 yards and two touchdowns for the Bearcats.
While Willamette amassed 690 offensive yards, the Bearcat defense limited Puget Sound to 300 yards. Foley was 23 of 41 passing for 212 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Harrison led the Loggers with 8 catches for 65 yards, while Park rushed 14 times for 59 yards.
Nelson's 10 tackles led a solid day for the WU defense. The Bearcats recorded eight quarterback sacks (48 yards) and 12 tackles for losses (56 yards). WU also forced two turnovers with the interception by Nelson and a fumble recovery by Tait Stephens (Sr., S).
The Bearcats outscored their nine opponents 370 to 266, as Willamette averaged 41.1 points per game. WU gained 2,551 passing yards during the season, and rushed for 1,696 yards and 4.7 yards per rush. The Bearcats attained 4,247 total yards, an average of 471.9 yards per game.


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They live just 45 minutes apart, separated by a county line and this little theme park south of Orlando called Disney.
Though their lives have run a somewhat parallel path for the past six months, quarterbacks Robbie Matey (Orlando Dr. Phillips) and Jared Beekman (Kissimmee Harmony) only met for the first time this week. Neither of them had known until a few weeks ago that their meeting was inevitable.
And had they not met Monday, their original introduction likely would have taken place far removed from their Central Florida stomping grounds.
About 900 miles removed.
Matey and Beekman are headed to Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore to play football next season. They have never played against each other, but starting with fall practice, they'll be competing for the same position on the Blue Jays' football team. A position that already has a bonafide starter in junior-to-be Hewitt Tomlin.
"Yeah, when Coach Swanstrom (offensive coordinator Dan) came down to speak to me, he said they were looking at a quarterback from Dr. Phillips," Beekman said. "But I didn't really know much and hadn't heard anything again until now."
"I didn't know either, maybe because I was involved in committing a little bit earlier, or whatever," Matey said, "but it's going to be fun either way."
Florida players are rare at Hopkins. Of the 94 players on the 2009 Blue Jays' roster, only four are from Florida, 35 from Pennsylvania and 24 from New Jersey.
It's not an easy admittance and for those who do get in, the book work will be a time-consuming part of their lives. And then some of them, like Matey and Beekman, will make time for football.
"That was my main focus when looking at all these schools, academics first," said Matey. "I'm only going to play football for four more years. I was also looking at Bucknell, Rhodes and Hamilton, but Hopkins was always my top choice."
Beekman sort of tried the conventional route at first, but he too eventually locked his focus on Johns Hopkins.
"At first I was talking to The Citadel, but after speaking with them and the fact that it being a military school and all of the responsibilities with that, so I passed on that," said Beekman. "I was talking with William & Mary and Georgia Southern didn't work out ... it all kind of filtered out. Hopkins was definitely in my top five choices the whole time and it just kind of narrowed down to that."
There are no athletic scholarships at Hopkins, an NCAA Division III school that takes its football, and other sports, very serious. The Blue Jays won 10 games last year, losing in the D-III playoffs.
Matey will be going into a pre-med program that will eventually evolve into Med School. Beekman will be seeking an engineering degree, which also will involve its own post-graduate program.
Both players play quarterback, but given that Tomlin will likely be the guy for the next two seasons, these guys will do anything to just get on the football field.
"They talked to me a little bit about playing the slot," Matey said. "It doesn't matter to me. I just want to play football."
"Their policy is to play the best players," Beekman said. "If you are a good enough athlete to play somewhere else they're not just going to have you sit on the bench. I really want to play and it doesn't matter where. If I only get one play a game, I'm going to go out there and compete and do the best I can."
Matey and Beekman are a classic example of how work in the classroom can get a player just as much attention as can work at a combine -- the only difference being that 4.5 means GPA, not 40-yard-dash times.
It may not be NCAA Division-I football, but it's education at its finest. It's a lifetime of career benefits if a person succeeds in the program.
And it's still football, the concussions hurt just the same, they just don't happen in 70,000-seat stadiums.
They have playoffs, too, imagine.
Chris Hays is the Sentinel's college sports recruiting coordinator and can be reached at email@example.com.


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Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director Helen Jones-Kelley was found to have acted improperly both in her authorization to use ODJFS confidential databases to search for information on "Joe the Plumber" and in her use of state resources to engage in political activity in a report issued Thursday by the state's Inspector General (IG) Thomas Charles.
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The renowned British off-road brand Land Rover was won over as a cooperation partner for the Polo School many years ago. Land Rover regularly participates in tournaments with its own German polo team under the leadership of actor Heino Ferch. In addition, Land Rover dealers throughout Germany are working with great dedication to make the sport of polo better known. Engel & Völkers, too, has being contributing top performances at prestigious tournaments for many years with its own polo team, and thus enjoys an excellent reputation in the international polo community.
Land Rover and Engel & Völkers both share the same passion for the sport of polo. Since its foundation, the work of the Polo School has been devoted to two main objectives: enhancing awareness of polo and promoting young talent. For this reason, the Engel & Völkers + Land Rover Polo School offers beginners the unique opportunity to learn this fascinating sport, while advanced players can hone their skills and improve their handicap. Personal training goals can be achieved under the leadership of professional players – be it in Hamburg or Berlin, Mallorca or Argentina.
At this year's roadshow in Germany, the Engel & Völkers + Land Rover Polo School will be participating in various events, outings and trade fairs and offer insight into the work of the Polo School.
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From 15th to 17th July, the Engel & Völkers + Land Rover Polo School will be represented at the polo tournament of the German Polo Tour in Holzkirchen, Munich. In addition to exciting polo matches, there will also be many traditional and modern exhibitors in the public area offering a wide range of products relating to lifestyle, garden culture, jewellery, cars and textiles.
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Ports in eastern Libya that helped boost international oil prices when they were halted four months ago are within days of reopening, the head of the nation's energy-protection force said.
Es Sider and Ras Lanuf, with combined capacity of 600,000 barrels a day, and a third port, Zueitina, will reopen on Dec. 15, Idris Bukhamada, head of the Petroleum Facilities Guard, a group that protects Libya's oil installations, said by phone from Ajdabiya today. Ibrahim Al Jedran, a former regional PFG commander whose men blockaded the terminals, agreed to the resumption after intervention by the Al Magharba tribe, Bukhamada said. Al Jedran himself said resumption depends on certain conditions being met.
Disrupted exports from Libya has helped buoy the price of Brent crude, a global benchmark, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and the International Energy Agency. Brent's premium over U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate narrowed to $10.83 a barrel as of 1:50 p.m. in London today, from $16.97 at the end of last month.
"It would mean a relatively big boost in supply coming out of Libya," said Richard Mallinson, an analyst at Energy Aspects Ltd. in London, adding that there is still uncertainty about whether a resumption can take place as soon as Dec. 15.
Libya's crude output will rise to 1.5 million barrels a day within 10 days, from about 250,000 barrels currently, because political protests that have disrupted supply are being resolved, Libyan Oil Minister Abdulbari al-Arusi told reporters in Vienna on Dec. 3.
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AUSTIN, Texas—Texas' embattled $3 billion cancer-fighting agency has officially accepted its executive director's resignation and appointed two top executives in hopes of restoring the public's confidence, an agency official said Friday.
The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas on Friday named Wayne Roberts as interim executive director. He is a member of the State Pension Review Board, which oversees all Texas public retirement systems. Former state Deputy Comptroller Billy Hamilton was named senior advisor to the executive director and oversight committee.
Officials also announced the agency's oversight committee had officially accepted the resignation of Bill Gimson. Two other executives—Chief Commercialization Officer Jerry Cobbs and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Alfred Gilman—have resigned in the last eight months as the agency has become the target of widespread rebuke from scientists.
A criminal investigation was launched earlier this month after revelations that a hefty grant awarded to a private company bypassed review. Gov. Rick Perry this week called for a moratorium on new grants.
"Restoring public confidence in CPRIT is critical, and I believe having two recognized leaders like Wayne and Billy assuming leadership roles will go a long way toward improving the institute's management and restoring confidence in its operations," Jimmy Mansour, the oversight committee's chairman, said in a statement.
The agency also announced Friday that it has given prosecutors previously missing emails about an $11 million grant improperly awarded to Dallas-based Peloton Therapeutics in 2010 without the required reviews by scientific and business experts, the Austin American-Statesman reported ( http://bit.ly/Vb0dOZ). The emails were not released to the public.
Peloton was to commercialize research at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, where Gilman, a Nobel laureate, worked before he accepted a $700,000-a-year job at the cancer institute, the newspaper reported.
An internal audit uncovered the irregularities surrounding Peloton's award in 2010. The agency says the company was unaware that its 27-page proposal was never reviewed, and company executives have declined comment.
The discovery of Peloton's award came on the heels of the agency funding a $20 million project roundly condemned for not first undergoing an independent scientific review.
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Map, rejected by Council, Promised Best Representation for All Minority Groups in City
The Chicago City Council approved a redistricting map on January 19, 2012 that did not meet the standards of MALDEF's proposed Equity Map, which called for 14 majority Latino wards, 18 African American wards, and keeping the communities of Chinatown and Back of the Yards together, while maintaining the legal population requirements based on 2010 Census numbers.
Despite MALDEF's efforts, Chicago rushed back to business as usual and passed a new map that was created behind closed doors. The map was passed by City Council just hours after it was completed, without any further opportunity for community input. MALDEF attorneys believe the new map only creates 11 effective majority Latino wards, not the 13 the City Council is claiming. It also fractures the communities of Back of the Yards and Chinatown, which MALDEF's Equity Map would have kept intact. The map also creates wards that are not equal in population, leaving predominantly White districts overpopulated and African American districts underpopulated – compared to the standard deviation – potentially opening the redistricting to further legal challenge.
The new map will not take effect until the next aldermanic elections in 2015.
CHICAGO, IL – Calling for 14 majority Latino wards, 18 African American wards, and keeping the communities of Chinatown and Back of the Yards together while maintaining the legal population requirements based on the 2010 Census numbers, is the foundation of the proposed Equity map filed on January 4, 2012 by MALDEF with the city of Chicago.
The proposed map also complies with the requirements of the federal Voting Rights Act, the United States Constitution and the Illinois Constitution, which mandates that the map being proposed provides fair and equal opportunity for minority residents of the city of Chicago to elect representatives of their choice.
"There is no such thing as a perfect map, but there is such a thing as a legal map that meets the requirements set forth by the Constitution," stated Alonzo Rivas, MALDEF Midwest Regional Counsel. "The reality is that while Chicago's population has changed drastically in the past decade, what hasn't changed is that we continue to be a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural city. This diversity is what makes our communities strong, and we believe that our Equity Map manages to incorporate the changes in demographics while maintaining our communities together."
Under MALDEF's proposed Equity map, Chinatown, whose population is currently distributed among four different wards, is kept in one single ward. This has been a goal advocated by the Chinese community at both the state and city level.
CW Chan, President of the Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community (CBCAC), commented, that "CBCAC appreciates MALDEF's recognition of Chinatown as a 'Community of Interest' in its proposed map with a ward consisting of 44% Asian American Voting Age Population. CBCAC has a long history of collaborating with MALDEF and most recently we have worked closely in the state legislative redistricting. This relationship is further enhanced by our common conviction of a fair and equitable redistricting and our shared belief that among ethnic minority communities, an open redistricting process would ensure that the gain of one group is not achieved at the expense of another."
MALDEF's Equity Map was the third proposed map filed with the city. Previously the Latino Caucus filed their "Taxpayer Protection Map" and the Black Caucus filed a "For a Better Chicago Map," which includes the support of many white aldermen.
"The Latino Caucus has set an example of leadership through their teamwork and their willingness to compromise. We ask that their example be followed by Mayor Emanuel and the City Council by keeping their promise of holding public hearings prior to any map being voted upon. This will give all Chicagoans an opportunity to voice their comments on what the proposed maps mean to their communities. In this way the Mayor will be keeping his promise of making all aspects of city government transparent and accountable to its citizens," concluded Rivas.
Click here to see MALDEF's proposed map, and here for accompanying data.
Founded in 1968, MALDEF is the nation's leading Latino legal civil rights organization. Often described as the "law firm of the Latino community," MALDEF promotes social change through advocacy, communications, community education and litigation in the areas of education, employment, immigrant rights and political access. For more information on MALDEF, please visit: www.maldef.org.
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Animal Odd Couples
Dec 21, 2012
- Are animals capable of feeling emotions? PBS Nature shares evidence that humans are not the only ones on the planet who cares, loves, and empathizes. Meet five animal odd couples.
Spring 2012: "Eating Together" Middle School Winner Kate LeBlanc
by Kate LeBlancJun 12, 2012
- Kate LeBlanc is a seventh grade student at Metro Montessori Middle School in Portland, Oregon. She read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "You Are Who You Eat With" by Katherine Gustafson. Read Kate's essay about lessons learned at the table.
Spring 2012: "Eating Together" High School Winner Clara Lincoln
by Clara LincolnJun 12, 2012
- Clara Lincoln is a high school student at Capital City Charter School in Washington, DC. She read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "You Are Who You Eat With" by Katherine Gustafson. Read Clara's essay about the benefits of family dinners - no matter what form they take.
Spring 2012: "Eating Together" College Winner Willis Reed
by Willis ReedJun 12, 2012
- Willis Reed is a student at Edmonds Community College and a member of the King County Explorer Search and Rescue. He read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "You Are Who You Eat With" by Katherine Gustafson. Read Willis's essay about brotherhood forged around the dinner table.
Spring 2012: "Eating Together" Powerful Voice Winner Hanna Walker
by Hanna WalkerJun 12, 2012
- Hanna Walker is an eighth grade student at Cowles Montessori in Des Moines, Iowa. She read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "You Are Who You Eat With" by Katherine Gustafson. Read Hanna's essay about how the dinner table brings together more than just people.
Spring 2012: Katherine Gustafson Response to "Eating Together" Essay Winners
by Katherine GustafsonJun 12, 2012
- Katherine Gustafson, author of YES! Magazine article, "You Are Who You Eat With," responds to the winners of the Spring 2012 writing competition.
Smart Like You
Mar 14, 2012
- Comedian Dhaya Lakshminarayanan learns the value of a good education, the importance of Seinfeld, and most of all, how to be a good teacher.
Curriculum & Resources: No History is Illegal
Jan 30, 2012
- On February 1, 2012 Teacher Activist Groups launched a month of solidarity teach-ins in support of Tucson's Mexican American Studies (MAS) program. On the No History is Illegal website they offer a guide that includes sample lesson plans from the MAS curriculum as well as creative ideas and resources for exploring this issue with students.
YES! Recommends: Americans Who Tell The Truth
by Jing FongDec 21, 2011
- Americans Who Tell the Truth spotlights 170 portraits of truth tellers—people who fought for all people's rights with courage and determination—to teach students of all ages not only about their heritage, but also to stand up for what they believe in.
Journey Into Dyslexia
by Jing FongNov 23, 2011
- You've probably taught a student with dyslexia—and were perplexed on how to help. This film shows successful adults who see their dyslexia as a unique gift.
Sunni Brown: Doodlers, Unite!
Nov 23, 2011
- Visual thinking specialist Sunni Brown will convince you that doodling boosts comprehension and creativity. So, step away from the doodler!
Weathering Walker's Storm: Staying Positive in Wisconsin
by Jean AbreuOct 25, 2011
- Jean Abreu talks candidly about Wisconsin Governor Walker's legislation, and how her school community in Wisconsin pulled together to protect what they worked so hard to create.
YES! Recommends: The Legacy Project
by Jing FongOct 25, 2011
- At a time of economic uncertainty—when your students are wondering about their future—the Legacy Project might serve as a compass to help them create their lives, connect to others, and change their world.
Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
Oct 25, 2011
- There's nothing like a college drop-out telling tales of getting fired and being diagnosed for cancer to fire up your students—and you—to pursue their passions. Especially when the speaker is the late Steve Jobs.
Spring 2011: "Your Unique Gifts" Powerful Voice Winner Bronson Afong
by Bronson Ho'omaikai AfongAug 10, 2011
- Bronson, our Powerful Voice winner, is a student at Blanche Pope Elementary in Oahu, Hawaii. He read and responded to the YES! Magazine article, "Blessings Revealed" by Puanani Burgess. Read Bronson's essay on how his gifts help keep his Hawaiian culture alive.
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Key currently offers its AVSealer packaging machine, Sliver Sizer Remover, and three standard variations of Iso-Flo utility shakers through its new eCommerce channel. The online catalog offers product specifications, features, and downloadable CAD drawings, which allow customers to import product drawings into line layouts. Key expects to add other standardized products in the future.
"Key developed this new online sales channel to give customers another convenient way to purchase products," noted John Boutsikaris, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Key Technology. "Customers can make their purchases anytime and anywhere they have an Internet connection. We're passing our lower cost of selling on to the customer by offering a discount off the purchase price. And shipping, which is typically 8-10 weeks through the traditional sales channel, is reduced to two weeks for purchases on the eCommerce site."
Key's new online sales channel is available to customers in the U.S. and Canada. Purchases can be made via credit card or purchase order.
The following products are currently available on Key's new eCommerce site:
* The AVSealer semi-automatic packaging machine that heat seals a variety of bag sizes with or without a vacuum and has an optional gas flush cycle to satisfy the demands of a wide range of fresh-cut and other food and non-food applications on one system.
* The Sliver Sizer Remover that can be used to remove slivers, fines, and chips; precision sizing and grading; de-juicing and deseeding; and removing debris for a variety of fruits and vegetables. The SSR available online is the 24-in.-wide model.
* Iso-Flo vibratory conveyors that are ideal for dewatering, inspection, fines removal, transfer, feed and conveying in the food, chemical, pharmaceutical, tobacco, recycled plastics and paper, and other industries. The stainless steel Iso-Flo shakers currently for sale online include three models: one 36-in.-wide and 72-in.-long with screens, and two 24-in.-wide and 72-in.-long – one with screens and one with a solid conveying pan.


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Jim Carrey is nominated for the 11th Annual Moviefone Moviegoer Awards in the category - Most Hysterical Performance.
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Select up to FIVE in each category. Jim Carrey is listed in two categories!! The five biggest vote-getters in each category will be announced in a press conference in late January. Vote now...
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V Exclusive! MTV2's 'Guy Code' Season 3 Premiere
On Monday, the personalities and executives behind MTV2's Guy Code mixed and mingled to watch a private screening of the season 3 premiere.
This season's cast (a potpourri of commentators, commentators and models) includes Andrew Schulz, Charlamagne Tha God, Lil Duval, Damien Lemon, Melanie Iglesias, Donnell Rawlings, April Rose, Jordan Carlos, Jon Gabrus, Chris Distefano, Lisa Ramos, Jermaine Fowler and Dan Soder. "A lot of what we say is similar," says Carlos. "They question us separately, but what we end up saying is similar. Guys really do think alike about a lot of issues… because we have penises. It's there."
As shown in the trailer, they use their unfiltered (often inappropriate) humor to address everything from the friend zone and the awkward, gross truths of losing virginity to proposing and morning wood. Through unfiltered and often inappropriate humor, viewers can get answers to their internal inquiries from both the male and female perspectives. "The most interesting thing about Guy Code is probably not knowing how much I actually knew about men because I never considered myself an expert," says Iglesias. "As much as they know about men, I don't think any girl would consider ourselves experts because we always have questions and we think way too much. I use that knowledge to my advantage in my personal life."
In case you missed the season premiere yesterday at 11pm on MTV2, here's a treat: Cee Lo Green shares what he considers a Good Ass Night. (Warning: it's hilarious)
Click through to see more pictures from the screening as well as get some Guy Code tips from cast members Jordan Carlos and Melanie Iglesias.
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Efforts are under way to extend MOVE Act requirements to state and local elections
The Military and Overseas Voters Empowerment (MOVE) Act requires states to allow voters to electronically request and receive absentee ballots for federal elections, and a proposed uniform state law would extend those requirements to state and local elections.
The Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act was drafted by the Uniform Law Commission (ULC) and is being disseminated to state legislatures, said Chip Levengood, chairman of the Overseas Vote Foundation, which took part in developing the model legislation. He said the organization hopes that half the states will approve it in time for the 2012 elections.
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"It's not a no-brainer," he said. States are protective of their control over elections. But uniform laws proposed by the commission usually are widely adopted.
ULC is an independent organization financed by the 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. It drafts legislation such as the Uniform Commercial Code that helps ensure that state laws do not conflict with one another.
"This is the first time they have worked with election laws," Levengood said.
The MOVE Act has gone a long way toward ensuring that overseas voters will not be disenfranchised by setting deadlines for states to make ballots available and requesting that states make them available electronically. But those laws apply only to elections for federal office. Although states usually make the full slate of state and local candidates available on overseas absentee ballots, there are differences in how states handle many issues.
One problem is how to handle residency requirements for nondomiciled children — children who are U.S. citizens but have not lived in the country long enough to establish legal residence and register to vote by the time they are adults. Many such children growing up with parents overseas are effectively blocked from voting because there is no mechanism to allow them to register, Levengood said. The uniform law would establish consistent requirements.
ULC established a committee for the voting law in 2008. It typically takes about four years to approve proposed legislation, but the project was fast-tracked so states could begin adopting it in time for the 2012 elections. The draft was approved by the full commission in July.
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Generation Europe Youth Hostel
The Generation Europe Youth Hostel couldn't be better: it is quite simply right at the centre of the European capital. There is no excuse not to visit! At just 15 minutes on foot from the Grand Place, how can you resist this wonderful opportunity to visit Brussels without restrictions. For young trendsetters, you are also right next to the famous Saint-Gery quarter and Rue Antoine Dansaert: don't forget to take back a little fashion accessory!
One thing is for sure: at this hostel multicultural encounters are a frequent occurrence. You will head home enriched by a once in a lifetime experience!
And, something quite unique in Brussels, this hostel has parking places for motor-homes.
Availability & RatesTo view availability and prices please select dates and click 'Update Dates'
Hostel Facilities & Policies
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bar
- Bicycle parking
- Board Games
- Book Exchange
- Free Breakfast
- Café
- Common Room
- Cooker
- Elevator
- Telephone/Fax Facilities
- Free City Maps
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
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- No Curfew
- Non Smoking
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Cancellation PolicyThis property has a 1 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
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Gare du Midi From Gare du Midi: Tram line 82 \"Berchem station\", stop: Triangle and follow signs to \"Auberge de Jeunesse\" (Youth Hostel)
Tram line 51 \"Heysel\", \"Porte de Flandre\" stop and follow signs to \"Auberge de Jeunesse\" (Youth Hostel)
Gare Centrale From Gare Centrale: Metro lines 1 \"Roi Baudouin\" or 5 \"Erasme\", stop: Comte de Flandre. Take exit no. 1 (Maison Communale) and turn left (Rue Comte de Flandres) After the place communale, turn right (Chaussée de Gand). At the first set of lights, turn left (rue de la Borne) and continue straight on.
Gare du Nord From Gare du Nord: Tram line 4 \"Stalle\" or tram line 3 \"Churchill\", and change at \"De Brouckère\" for metro lines 1 \"Roi Baudouin\" or 5 \"Erasme\", stop: Comte de Flandre. Take exit 1 \"Maison Communale\", keep left up to Chaussée de Gand and follow signs to \"Auberge de Jeunesse\" (Youth Hostel). NOTE: After 8 p.m., line 3 \"Churchill\" is replaced by lines 32 \"Drogenbos Château\" and 33 \"Churchill\".
Tram: line 82 (Berchem Station - Drogenbos) or line 51 (Heysel - Van Haelen)
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Leilani Dowding of 'Tough Love Miami' Gives Us a 'Quickie' [INTERVIEW]
If you're a fan of VH1's hit reality show 'Tough Love Miami', or well, just a fan of really hot girls, we've got a treat for you. We recently caught up with Leilani Dowding, a former Miss Great Britain, and one of the show's sexy stars.
GuySpeed: Viewers love you on the show—but it's a bit frustrating. How do you feel about the way you're portrayed so far?
Leilani: I was upset as being portrayed as superficial because I said I wanted a "successful" man. I don't define success by money. So when I said successful I didn't mean solely rich. On 1st dates I don't like to tell a guy everything I want because men can lie and pretend they are a certain way or that they like similar things. I'd rather see how things unfold but that doesn't mean I'm superficial or don't get deep
GS: Do you think being on the show will make finding the right guy even tougher–or a lot easier?
Leilani: I think it will be easier. I learned a lot, and had great advice, not just about dating but about portraying myself correctly.
GS: What's the best or worst part of starring in a reality show, so far?
Leilani: I guess the worst part is when they see you air your dirty washing, but I'm not the most private person anyhow. The best part is being able to watch back and see yourself from someone else's perspective.
GS: Love how those beautiful dresses you're wearing on the show are from your own clothing line. (Pretty smart!) How did you get into that business?
Leilani: Thank you! I started making myself dresses I wanted to wear, LA is a hard place to find something sexy AND elegant. People would always ask 5 or 6 times where I got them from whenever I wore them out. so I started small making 5 or 6 of one style at a time.
GS: What's an instant turn-off during a date?
Leilani: Bad manners and negativity.
GS: What do you find most sexy in a guy?
Leilani: I find gentlemanly men sexy. Big eyes, and a guy who can make me laugh.
GS: What would totally surprise us about you?
Leilani: I'm kind of hippyish! I like low maintenance stuff, relaxing stuff. Things that don't require too much effort. I'd much rather have a night in in front of the TV with my dogs than a huge night out.
GS: So…have you been naughty or nice this year, Miss Dowding?
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As the American Legion Parade prepares to take place Monday at 1 p.m., organizers are still accepting applications for those wanting to participate in the parade.
John Shriner, parade chairman of American Legion Post #75, said anyone who shows up shortly before the parade starts will likely be allowed to participate since thats what has happened in past years.
We have had people show up at the time (of the parade starting) and we fit them in, he said.
Shriner said the American Legion Honor Guard will be leading the parade, which will also include the Highland Bagpipes, various floats, the high school and junior high bands, carriages and the fire and police departments.
The parade will go from the Montezuma County Annex on Montezuma Avenue and Elm Street to Harrison Street and Montezuma Ave.
Last year the parade, which is a 30-minute trip down Montezuma Avenue, had about 20 participants, and Shriner is hoping for at least the same number this year.
We expect 20 or a little more than that, but you never know, he said.
The parade is expected to attract more than 200 people.
The high temperature on Veterans Day is expected to be around 44 degrees.
After finishing up the parade at the American Legion Hall on Harrison Street, the Mesa Howlers from Mesa Elementary will sing patriotic songs to the people gathering in the American Legion hall.
Shriner said there is no cost for those wanting to take part in Mondays parade.
Anyone wanting to participate in the parade should contact Cortez special events coordinator Ami Fair online at email@example.com, which Shriner said is the preferred method at this late date, or by calling her at 564-4096.


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A public forum on the Affordable Care Act will be held at The Conference & Event Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from noon to 2 p.m. The public forum will be presented by members of the Bene-Care Agency and hosted by the Niagara Falls New York Chamber of Commerce. All individuals and businesses with questions about upcoming changes to health care are encouraged to attend this free forum to have their questions answered.
"As we all begin to navigate the waters of the Affordable Care Act, the new regulations for health insurance established by the state and federal governments, the tide is high and the water is murky," said Candra Thomason, director of the Niagara Falls New York Chamber of Commerce. "Those of us who continue to receive health insurance coverage through our employers are swimming just fine so far, while sole proprietors and individuals are more than likely worrying and taking on water."
Beginning in 2014, the Affordable Care Act requires all individuals to maintain health insurance coverage, with minimum essential benefits. Insurance carriers are redesigning all of their plans to include these minimum essential benefits as described by the ACA.
Locally, the Niagara Falls New York Chamber of Commerce is working with its partner, Bene-Care Agency, and is helping employer groups and sole proprietors find solutions. This meeting will provide a little more insight on individual coverage, how sole proprietors will be impacted, the group exchange and what small business will need to do come 2014.
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I'm looking forward to the Global Atheist Convention (have you registered yet?). I had a grand time the last time I was in Australia, the organizers have been helpful and obliging, they were responsive to the few security concerns that came up, and they've been accommodating — my wife Mary is joining me in Melbourne this time around. And now they've gone above and beyond, and the fun people of Australia are providing chew toys for us while we're there.
Carl Wieland's organization, Creation Ministries International, is declaring themselves pleased to have the GAC in their country — they claim it will "stimulate Christian evangelism". I remember well their huge representation at the 2010 convention: it was one quaintly bearded guy, his wife, and their daughters, weebling about outside the convention center with a sign. It was laughable. That year they also sent out an offer to debate some of the atheists — they were salivating at the prospect of nabbing Richard Dawkins — on creationism. The organizers flatly rejected them. Then they reached out to individuals — I gave them a visual response. The snubbing was vicious and unhesitating, so they aren't going to try that again, I guess.
Instead, they're publishing a rag called the Regal Standard, a 12-page propaganda paper, and asking people to buy them and give them away to the heathens. Yeah, that's gonna work. I'm hoping I'll be able to pick up a copy while I'm there.
I'm also not going to have a formal debate with these loons, but I do look forward to a few casual conversations with the sad, deluded few who will probably make brief and pathetic appearances outside the convention center. It's always fun to travel to exotic lands, meet strange, wacky people, and gnaw on their goofy ideas for a bit. Keeps the fangs sniny and makes for a good laugh and always seems to end up on youtube.


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January 16, 2013
*** Highlights ***
- Krono has come to EverQuest! A Krono is an item that can be bought from a link in the Marketplace and consumed for 30 days of Gold membership time. You can trade, barter, buy or sell in the bazaar, and even mail Krono to another player through the parcel system, just like any other tradeable item. You now have a new inventory slot that displays your current Krono balance.
- Wizard hat ornaments are now available! One can be purchased from Keliss Arden in Plane of Knowledge, and six more are available as global drops.
- Platinum caps for Free and Silver members have been removed.
- The method for calculating and displaying aggro on the Aggro Meter has changed. See the Miscellaneous section below for more details.
- The Potion of Shared Adventure II-III and the Potion of Adventure II-III are now available in the Marketplace on progression servers.
- Code changes have been made to improve stability and reduce instances of crashing. See the Miscellaneous section below for more details.
*** Items ***
- Krono has come to EverQuest! A Krono is an item that can be bought from a link in the Marketplace and consumed for 30 days of Gold membership time. You can trade, barter, buy or sell in the bazaar, and even mail Krono to another player through the parcel system, just like any other tradeable item. You now have a new inventory slot that displays your current Krono balance.
- Wizard hat ornaments are now available! One can be purchased from Keliss Arden in Plane of Knowledge, and six more are available as global drops.
- Marketplace Player Studio housing building items have had their stack size increased. The walls now stack to 10, the cubes and tiles to 100, and the stairs to 10.
- Charm of the Crystal Circle now properly checks faction.
- The Ornate Flying Carpet now correctly grants AC instead of fire resist.
- Temple of Fear's Fall items now have type 20 sockets.
- Fixed an issue with the Stone of the Landing which prevented it from reaching maximum stats.
- Removed errant stats from the Spirit Shield Ornament.
- The Sliver of Fear can now be obtained if you have the Frozen Orb of the Fabled King.
- The Sliver of Fear can now be placed in armor.
- The Strength of Legions sword now has a proc effect.
- Increased the duration of the new Thorny Shield spell to 30 minutes.
- Gelid Soulrender and Apocryphal Soulrender Wristbands now have Bash skill mods as intended.
- Corrected an issue causing some dragons to drop incorrect loot in Temple of Fear's Fall.
- Player Studio - Changed the name of the stucco and plaster walls to match the artist's original intent.
- Trophies obtained through Veil of Alaris raids have been given a guild tribute value. The trophies that do not offer any tribute effects have been renamed to reflect the fact that they are powerless.
- Fixed an issue that was causing many of the collection item spawns to disappear when you went to click on them.
*** Quests & Events ***
- Delectable Dragon Pate - Increased the chance that you'll find livers when killing elder dragons in the Breeding Grounds.
*** Spells ***
- Druid and Ranger - Vinelash Cascade and Vinelash Assault now share a timer.
- Enchanter - Mastermind's Echo should now behave like an echo and stay where you cast it.
- Enchanter - Fixed several grammatical issues with Mastermind's Aura and Mastermind's Echo.
- Enchanter - Mastermind's Echo, Echo of Temptation, and Issuance of Mana Reverberation should now have visible indications of their center.
- Magician - Fixed a problem that prevented the spell Summon Cauldron of Many Things from being scribed or cast at all membership levels.
- Vendors across Norrath will now give players 1/10 the value for Rank II and III spells from the House of Thule, Veil of Alaris and Rain of Fear expansion.
- Fixed a bug where extra hate was being generated from spells that have conditional components that don't always land.
- Corrected errors that caused some NPCs at levels 95 and above to cast the wrong spells.
- Made the spells Misleading Flash and Baffling Flash cast by most basepop NPCs a bit easier to resist.
- Dragon eggs within the Breeding Grounds should no longer hatch when anything other than a player gets within proximity.
- Some giants and creatures in Kael Drakkel: The King's Madness are now less susceptible to the effects of slowing magic.
- Druid - Spirit of the Bear casting range has been increased to a range of 200.
- Warrior - Phalanx of One ranks 6-10 will now correctly proc Phalanx of Fury when you are being attacked.
- Warrior - Ridicule has been added to the Hastened Scowl line.
*** Progression Servers ***
- The Potion of Shared Adventure II-III and the Potion of Adventure II-III are now available in the Marketplace on progression servers.
- Fixed an issue with polls that caused them to fail to display the proper options.
*** Player Housing ***
- The upkeep cost on Evantil's Abode has been significantly decreased.
*** Miscellaneous ***
- Changed how the aggro percentage is displayed and calculated in relation to an NPC's current target. The percentage is now calculated in relation to the target the NPC is currently attacking, rather than the target it hates the most. The aggro percentage displayed on the aggro meter is also now capped at 999 percent. For instance, if a player is the NPC's current target, the player will have 100 percent aggro. If there is a pet also taunting the NPC, and the pet's aggro amount exceeds the player's aggro level by four times, the aggro percentage for the pet will be 400 percent.
- Removed the Platinum caps for Free and Silver members.
- You can now send money though the Parcel system if the receiving player is offline.
- Tweaked the values in memory.ini for Minimum, Balanced, and Maximum memory modes to reduce crashing.
- Fixed a crash related to the Preview window and zoning.
- Improved the handling for texture loading. Downsampling and upsampling of textures is now more flexible and responsive to available memory levels.
- Optimized how memory for text is handled to reduce the total memory footprint of EQ.
- Restored the /particledensity command and hooked it up to sync with the particle density options in the options window.
- Fixed an issue related to precipitation that was causing crashes when switching between servers.
- Fixed a bug that caused Drakkin hair to disappear when using the Frostfell ornaments.
- Fixed an issue with where Hero's Forge head ornaments wouldn't display with some Erudite robes that have hoods.
- Fixed an issue with polls that caused them to fail to display the proper options.
- Added a new InvSlot type to the inventory window: inventory/Krono. This new slot is like any other slot and can be hot keyed in a hot button bar, inspected (using right-click hold or alt-left click), consumed (by right clicking), or even temporarily moved to bag slots.
- Added a button to consume Krono in the inventory window.
- Made some changes to UI processing to reduce the loading and reloading time.
- Added a label to the inventory window that now displays your remaining Gold days left on your subscription (if you have one).
- Fixed some minor UI XML typos.
- Added "Container" as a searchable type in the bazaar.
- Made the mod2 stats (Bash, Flying Kick, etc.) searchable in the bazaar.
- Changed -
*** Previously Updated ***
- Walruses and manatees in Siren's Grotto now update the correct slayer achievements.
- Fixed a collection spawn point in Kael Drakkel: The King's Madness that was previously trapped inside furniture.
- The Wheel of Fists needed for the task "Our Lost Brother, A Cloudy Crystal" should no longer disappear unexpectedly.
- There are now more snow bunnies in East Wastes: Zeixshi-kar's Awakening.
- Stylized Sealed Poison Vial, Bite of the Shissar XVIII, and Distilled Grade A Mamba Venom/Choresine Sample/Taipan Venom have been added to Craftkeeper Irus Tindlefoot in Shard's Landing. To make room for the new inventory, Craftkeeper Bobus Tindlefoot is now holding the pottery ornament sketches.
- In the Valley of King Xorbb quest "The Minotaur Smasher," the smasher golem no longer continuously goes on a rampage after it dies.
- The Breeding Grounds quest "Eggs as Bait" will now update properly.
- Spiders and orcs will now be easier to charm with a dart during the quest "Subdued Subjects" in Crystal Caverns: Fragment of Fear.
- The EverQuest Team
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It was working... now it's not?
Back when I first got my XO Laptop I upgraded the firmware to 656 and after a small amount of attempts I was able to connect to my WPA network. Yay. After a few days I put the laptop aside because I was swamped with an unbelievable amount of work and now that I've picked it up again the laptop won't connect at all. Clearly I must have changed something, but what? I've tried switching channels from 11 to 6, and I've double checked the WPA password. It's strange. The only thing I can think of is that maybe I switched from using WPA2 to using regular WPA (I started playing online games with my PSP and that can only use WPA) but can the XO Laptop even get online with WPA2?
I also tried another XO Laptop here and it wouldn't connect, and I tried it at my Mother's house which doesn't have any protection whatsoever on its wireless, and it wouldn't connect there either. This is a different issue I think, but it is part of the same problem, that the XO Laptop is unbelievably flighty when it comes to wireless.
What's going on? Are any programmers at OLPC tackling this issue? Before I got my XO Laptop I expected that I'd be using it in coffee shops around town since it's such a nice small computer, but find that I never take it out because I'm so confident that it'll be unable to connect to any wireless hotspots it finds, which is a shame, because its wireless range is so incredible.


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Posted 15 September 2002 - 05:07 PM
I am trying to make it possible for students to download worksheets via my history site, like Stephen is doing.
My problem is a pop-up password box comes up which is irrelevant as one can just press 'cancel' to by-pass it.
How can this be rid of? I use FP2000.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 06:26 PM
Without seeing it, I can't be certain, but I think this is a 'feature' of Word, rather than anything you are doing wrong in Frontpage.
If Adobe Acrobat versions would be useful you can download a number of free programs that do the job now - and if you get the school to buy it, you can buy the real thing through educational suppliers such as Pugh computers.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 06:43 PM
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Can you really get freebie .pdf converters?
Posted 15 September 2002 - 06:57 PM
Point number 2: Free .pdf makers - most certainly.
There are a number of avenues to explore:
(Their viewpoint, buy the proper one, but use their suggestions if you can't afford it.)
(Rather technical solution, but it works.)
(Free online .pdf makers from Adobe themselves - can get annoying and you need to register - this is clearly a leader to get you to buy it!)
(Seems to be a free maker)
(This is a free university based one. I fiddled around with this one for some time, with limited success, until the real version arrived.)
It is a thriving business - and there are lots of free creators out there. However the real thing is far easier and more effective. Try getting your school to buy it? They way I did this was offer to pay for it - when it arrived I showed them how it could be useful, and then they paid for it. For £40ish you can't go wrong.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 07:05 PM
Posted 15 September 2002 - 08:38 PM
For free .pdf conversion I have usedNeevia Document Converter eXPress. It's fine for converting the occasional file, but a bit tedious I guess if you have lots to do. You select the file you want converted from your hard drive, then either wait for the conversion to appear in your browser, or they email you a link within a couple of minutes.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 08:50 PM
2. Downloaded in about a nanosecond
(yes I too am one of the priviliged 'Broadband Britons'!
3. Stealing the sheet and the list as I mentioned before to go with my new History club I am planning to set up after Christmas when I have finished the current list of projects I have invented for myself!
Posted 15 September 2002 - 09:00 PM
Posted 15 September 2002 - 09:06 PM
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Thanking yee very much. That Nivea one did the trick.
Glad it worked OK
No chance of broadband out here in the sticks
Posted 15 September 2002 - 09:19 PM
There are now quite a few online .pdf converters. As Carole says they are good for a few creations, but beyond that it becomes very laborious.
With the proper Acrobat it is installed as a printer. You use any program, select print, then choose Acrobat as the printer and print. A file menu appears and you save the .pdf document.
As for broadband, I'd given up hope to get it, but found that if BT gets enough enquiries at a certain exchange they roll it out. I didn't enquire every day, but I'm sure my occasional requests helped the roll out!
If you go to http://www.adslguide.org.uk/ there is a section called 'BT Demand Tracker Data'. Here it lists areas which don't have broadband, and you can see how close your area is to getting it.
Broadband certainly makes a huge difference, especially when downloading (or uploading) large files. The difference for normal internet use is noticable, but as you still have a pause for servers to respond, the difference on broadband isn't hugely different.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 09:39 PM
No trigger level set yet for my exchange and only 24 (now 25 ) registrations of interest to date. Looks like being quite a while yet, then.
If you go to http://www.adslguide.org.uk/ there is a section called 'BT Demand Tracker Data'. Here it lists areas which don't have broadband, and you can see how close your area is to getting it.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 09:46 PM
In the news sections on that site there is information about a town that got the local paper involved and forced broadband. You never know, we might be able to help with the registrations of interest...
Posted 15 September 2002 - 10:16 PM
You don't mean fiddle the system ?
You never know, we might be able to help with the registrations of interest...
Let me know off the Board.
Posted 15 September 2002 - 10:20 PM
Therefore the part of BT that would install the systems is not allowed to do so based on information about how many people have registered an interest in having it.
This is a result of the anti-monopoly legislation passed at the time of BT's privatisation.
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We've all seen it — guests on the holiday party circuit, stuffed into spangled frocks that won't stay in place, an undergirding of Spanx holding in the wobbly bits. Then a glamorous guest sweeps in, the epitome of stripped-down sophistication in her sharply tailored tuxedo suit. The look is so effortlessly elegant that it seems to put over-the-top party dressers to shame.
"I feel like the tuxedo epitomizes glamour and androgynous cool," says local celebrity-stylist-turned-designer Rachel Zoe, whose namesake collection is known for incorporating tuxedo elements. "It exudes a strong and powerful message and is a less overt way of being sexy."
Moving way beyond the suit, tuxedo dressing options have multiplied in recent seasons, with an influx of creative new styles. Ranging from jumpsuits, cape-style jackets and shorts to drawstring trousers, dresses and trompe l'oeil tops, these party dress alternatives work year-round as wardrobe staples.
"The tuxedo has always been something that I have looked at and [I've] wanted to change the way people think about it," says New York designer Phillip Lim, whose holiday collection includes tuxedo-inspired coats, jackets, T-shirts, dresses and trousers. "I love the idea of it being worn in an off-kilter way, in a luxe pajama style or in a really feminine dress version. I think the resurgence is coming from this idea that people are getting more creative with black tie dressing, and it means that everyone can have a lot more fun with the options."
Rozae Nichols, creative director of 3-year-old local fashion label Clover Canyon, designed a playful take on the penguin suit for her holiday collection, juxtaposing a hand-painted penguin pattern with a tromp l'oeil print of a tuxedo vest, complete with a pocket square and cummerbund, on her Black Tie Event sweatshirts, tops and dresses.
"I go to the L.A. Philharmonic once a month, and I was just so enamored by watching the orchestra," says Nichols. "I'm always enchanted by their black tuxedos in the winter and their white tuxedos in the springtime. The collection [which also includes prints of musical instruments] was completely inspired by them."
Local boutique Just One Eye has nearly sold out of a limited-edition, capsule collection of women's tuxedos, designed by French brand Pallas in collaboration with Belgian model Hannelore Knuts, known for her androgynous style.
The signature, tomboy style of a growing number of stars, such as Rita Ora, Rihanna, Kristen Stewart, Miley Cyrus, Alexa Chung, Lou Doillon and model-of-the-moment Cara Delevingne, may be a factor in the latest tux redux.
And thanks in part to the fashion influence of J. Crew and its creative director Jenna Lyons, borrowed-from-the-boys dressing has gone mainstream; the company offers sleek women's tuxedo jackets, gingham tuxedo shirts and tuxedo-striped chino trousers, designed to wear from a.m. to p.m.
For styling tips, take a cue from the celebs: It's all about a mix of masculine and feminine, timeless and trendy. In October, Ora donned a red plaid Moschino tuxedo suit with a matching bow tie and stiletto booties, siren red lipstick and intricate drop earrings. Nicole Richie was a lesson in laid-back chic at the Chloé fashion show and dinner in Beverly Hills, wearing a monochromatic white tuxedo blazer with a silky blouse, jeans and heels. Last month, Lupita Nyong'o showed up on the red carpet in a Prabal Gurung tuxedo dress from the 2014 resort collection, paired with crisp white Christian Louboutin heels, an understated clutch handbag and vivid purple lipstick.
"[The tuxedo suit] doesn't always have to be worn as a full tuxedo, and you don't have to treat it so preciously," says Zoe. "If you have a longer three-quarter-length jacket, wear it as a dress with tights, heels, a bold lip and a topknot for a holiday party. I just think the modern girl breaks it up — she wears her tux jacket with jeans and a white tee and her tux pants with a leather bomber and sunnies."
"Great jewelry will always make or break the tux look," adds Lim.
And sometimes, less is more. Gwyneth Paltrow was recently photographed in a fitted tuxedo suit, minus a blouse or bra, plus a dazzling diamond necklace, while shooting a campaign for the new Boss Jour Pour Femme fragrance in Los Angeles; Cyrus followed suit, stepping out last month at the American Music Awards in a white Versus Versace tux with nothing underneath. Fashion icon Kate Moss left a little more to the imagination, accessorizing her classic Saint Laurent Le Smoking tux suit with a sexy, sheer striped blouse and strappy sandals.
After all, a Saint Laurent tuxedo piece is always the ultimate in chic, given that designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced the first Le Smoking tuxedo suit for women in 1966. The venerable brand's current designer, Hedi Slimane, carries on the tradition with modern reinterpretations of the label's iconic tuxedo pieces.
"My all-time favorite tuxedo look would have to be the iconic YSL suit, circa 1975 — the Helmut Newton shot with that gorgeous tuxedo shoulder," says Nichols. "It doesn't get much better than that!"


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