text:
Muslim Complaints Get Modern Warfare 2 Map Pulled
Pages PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 NEXT
One of the biggest video game releases of all time, heavily scrutinized to hell and back by overzealous modders and people who ripped extra game modes and content from the product before they were intended for public release...and it takes almost three years for someone to get their back up over a barely-legible quote on a painting in the game?
We're talking about a series that had a main character describe the Afghan region as being "blood-stained by thousands of years of warfare", a Middle Eastern terrorist detonating a nuclear device in his capital city, civilians being massacred via the whims of Russian ultranationalists and every almost every NPC of Middle Eastern descent being depicted either as a helpless civilian or (in Al-Asad's case) a cowardly leader who got anticlimactically murdered, and your problem is with a quote that says to love God?
I guess Activision should be commended for enforcing the low suspension of disbelief in Muslim culture. They must have some kind of God to be continually incensed over a mistranslated quote in a game that's several years old.
At least this is a legit reason.
What no one seems too get is that there are No, zero, zip, zilch, depictions of the Prophet Mohammed in the Muslim world. They believe that any image of Prophet Mohammed might lead some too start worshiping the picture itself and not Allah. I do not blame them for this, in my Christian walk, I have seen people claiming to be Christians do some pretty stupid thing in Christs name (even though they are contradicting Christ by doing some of the stupid but I digress).
So I say, this is legit.
This. This right here, this thread, this topic, this guys youtube channel, the comments left on his youtube channel, the ill will gained and thrown like daggers across a room full of children who have no idea what it is they are actually doing, believing, or going on about.
This is why I detest military shooters and do not play them. You can stand there and tell me all day long that you are a player and they you are a decent upright chap who has never hurt a fly or made someone cry with your words, that does not excuse the rest of your community.
Hasty Edit 1: I am okay with a map or two being pulled to be edited so it doesn't upset a nation, its one map people, theres many other to play.
you know what, activision are a bunch of pussies for doing it.
thats all to be said,
I think alot of people get that and i still think when we get bomb threats to south park because they going to use a hooded muhammid in a episode about all the major religions, it ceases to hold any weight at all.
I am pretty sure the creators of s park are not islamic, i am pretty sure comedy central is not an islamic carrier, i am sure the episode never really intended to show anything of the actual muhammid, and i am sure s park bring s park they would have done something "tasteful" and not just gone for the shock fest and flame bating.
But none of that mattered they rolled out the bomb threats, death threats and boom they got what they wanted.
Again i will say stop just stop trying to justify anyone forcing their beliefs on everyone, it is wearing thin when everytime someone says boo on their side people cannot bend over fast enough to kiss their asses.
It is not like the more extreme elements of islam that actually use this stuff as an excuse to justify killing anyone are nice people to begin with, they are murderers rapists and thugs a good chunk of them and if not today over south park it will be tomrrow because it was allahs will, or the next day because of israel, or the next day because of some unheard of utube video.
Really? The part of Modern Warfare that Muslims find offensive is the writing on a wall surface? How about the slaughter of mass quantities of generically "arabic" enemies?
At first, I thought it was some derogatory remarks towards Islam, after seeing how widely this was reported. But to find out it was simply a quote above a toilet...
My first reaction was that was it. That's what your offended about. A picture probably used a bunch of outer places in the game.
I hate to see what he would do over this:
You're on the internet. You're on the internet and talking sense.
I hope you have a flame bunker, as I'm afraid you're going to need it.
Not sure if serious....
When will people start standing up to these muslims and tell them to just deal with it! I'm sick of hearing these types of stories. You just can't go anywhere near Islam without a huge deal being made out of it.
You can take away what players paid for without them breaking any rule?
Oh that's not good.
Islam is like a big baby, stamping it's foot when things are not to it's liking. I can't think of any religion as insecure as Islam. It is down right embarrassing.
These people did not do any of that BS. They just politely protested.
These Muslims are not the radicals. They just want common respect. Like any other American.
If a work actively encourages or congratulates hate, discrimination and hate crime, it should be brought under review.
I don't know much about this franchise, so I don't know first hand how bad it was. Was it really hateful or distasteful? If so, then okay. Innocent Muslims are often victims of hate crimes and discrimination in several countries, you know.
If not, then wtf?
And censorship should never be treated lightly. I realize this is not a company that values artistic integrity, but still. Cowardly to instantly give into demands like that.
So if muslims resort to bomb threats, has anyone tried sending them bomb threats about them sending bomb threats?
Google/Youtube does. They didn't take down the Innocence of Muslims video, lots of people republished the Muhammad cartoons including Wikipedia and there's 'Draw Muhammad Day'.
I know tons of christian families that have pictures of jesus, crucifixes, verses from the bible and little christian trinkents in their restroom. I bet there are muslims with islamic paraphenalia in their restrooms as well (it is where a lot of them do their ritual cleaning every day)...so why is anyone mad?
The group of Muslims who pointed this out NEVER asked for the map to be removed, just for the quote to be moved out of the outhouse. While it is Activision's right to leave it up they chose the smarter and more sensitive move of changing the map.
Of course instead of leaving the map up while they fixed it they took it down. I don't know if that was the right decision because a lot of young kids are now angry and blaming Muslims for taking away their map but the map will be back.
So I actually applaud Activision for this decision. I am an atheist and think Christians and Muslims both have extremely silly beliefs but that does not mean they should not be shown respect.
I welcome you to try it if you think it is such a good idea. Be really careful with that kind of talk, if you were Muslim you'd be questioned by the police to determine if you were "inciting terrorist acts".
Hate is an ugly thing.
Please, what about Christian's "assault on Christmas":
Or the sites claiming that Christianity is "under assault" in the US?:
But when these groups spout this stuff no one says "Christians are like a big baby", they say "That group is crazy, they don't represent real Christians".
Of course they do and so do these Muslims but will we as a nation and as race and as a species ever let go of the broad brush? Will we ever stop attacking people based on their religious affiliation? I hope so but I don't think so.
I feel like all my views were already expressed in this thread, but here it goes anyway.
It's not that Activision was trying to be nice, it's that they took extreme action to accomplish it (I consider pulling an entire map to fix one texture extreme) over what seems to be a mediocre complaint. If Activision just said "okay, we'll fix it in an update sometime" this whole thing would have blown over. Instead, now I can't enjoy playing one of my favorite maps online. Hopefully for not too long.
Honestly it seems to be a publicity stunt on Activision's part. I know some great people who are Muslims, please understand, most of my ire is directed at Activision.
Not muslim, also I wouldn't try it, just curious if anyone has.
You just kindof proved his point, small incidents like this just make the Muslim community look horrible, it's not the incident itself but the wider issue of an extremist culture which is brought to light every time a company bends over backwards to insure they aren't in the headlines for causing a mass riot which resulted in people dying.
To quote a YouTube commenter:
"In Left 4 Dead there's "GOD IS DEAD" all over the walls. I don't see any buttmad Christians."
Seriously? This guy got mad about supposed anti-Muslim messages in a game where the story is based around killing hundreds of Muslims for hours on end? Did he replace his brains with cough syrup? I don't understand how somebody could be so stupid...
And you, Infinity Ward! Since when did you bow down to every protester with more than 500 viewers on YouTube? Couldn't there be a way to change Favela without taking it down? Or at least, if you had to take it down, doing it for an hour before replacing? No? We're just going to shut it down then? Well, here's to you:
I can see changing it, but pulling the map? Isn't that... overkill?
I don't begrudge the Muslims for asking them to change it, and I don't begrudge Activision fixing it. But isn't pulling the map useless and annoying at this point? I mean, the "damage" is already done...
I'm under the impression that this is literally nothing more than "Allah is beautiful and he loves beauty" being written on a bathroom wall.
Christians would be HAPPY if "Jesus is beautiful" was written on a bathroom wall in a AAA game. And as someone mentioned, no one cared when Left 4 Dead came out with "GOD IS DEAD" smeared everywhere.
Except that is baloney! There are attacks on Islam all the time in this country, hate crimes are between 3 and 5 times more likely on Muslims in the US since 9/11, depending on which numbers you look at. In either case that is a huge increase, imagine the murder rate going up by 300 to 500%, or rape, etc.
I myself, who is NOT a Muslim but of middle eastern descent, have had several instances of personal harassment, once by a cop. The current "war on terror", the 9/11 attacks, there is a long and complicated history leading up to that, going as far back as 70 years ago and the US/UK backed ousting of Iran's democratically elected president. It goes back to US support of Saddam Hussein in his war with Iran and supplying him with weapons, many of which were used to suppress his own people. It has to do with US support of the mujahideen, and thus indirectly Osama Bin Laden.
US foreign policy of the last 60+ years, basically post WWII, has been all about trading short term gains for long term problems. When people generalize about homosexuals most people will put them in their place right away. When people generalize about African Americans most people will put them in their place. But when people go around saying all Muslims are cry babies, all Muslims are terrorists, etc., more often than not 90% of the comments are "Yup, your right, screw those guys".
Why would you even bring that up though? No one here made a bomb threat or a threat of ANY physical violence. Basically some small group of Muslim gamers posted a video asking Activision to correct that small mistake. They didn't demand they change it, they did not threaten violence, they just said, "this is offensive to us, can you change it?"
So why does that make you so sick? Why do you want to send them bomb threats?
I know about that. May I use Jon Stewart's words. Not getting what you always want is not an attack on your religion. But this is only America. There are complaints everywhere Islam establish it's self. Here in Norway Christians have been a silent bunch for many years. Little to no problem. But after Muslim immigrants have been pouring in in greater numbers, we had demonstration and riots in our own capital along with death threats and every conceivable complaint there is to make. Why? Because they do not like how we view freedom of speech. Look at England. They are really having fun there. That thing in America is local. This is global.
Jesus lighten up dude it was meant to be silly. Personally I don't really care either way, you could argue a number of points for either side of this. My honest opinion is that I respect the maker of the video for having the courage to make said video knowing full well the garbage that would be slung at him on youtube. I also think it was pretty good on Activision's part to actually do something when they could have easily just ignored it.
Edit: Does this mean Activision will take me seriously if I ask nicely for a Warcraft 4? (an RTS not another addon to WoW)
Did I say anything about attacks? No, I said criticism.
Video games and movies have inadvertently said and done homophobic and racist things in the past, but if a single anti Muslim sentiment goes through, it's a fucking backlash from the entire Islamic community. Meanwhile, everyone else just sucks it up and moves on.
Of all the groups facing adversity, they are just making themselves look petty. Yes, they are the largest growing religion, and yes, they are entitled to some courtesy. But seriously, they outright demand certain things go their way!
An instance of the Muslim community complaining about outlandish things?
I say they demand too much. And this incident is no different. In fact, this one is pretty huge. They are going to change an actual map, in a video game released 3 years ago.
Now, you can continue on your whole tirade about foreign policy, and so on, but I'm not talking about that. I am talking about how the Islamic community are far too demanding, and hold themselves in far too high regard.
Also, pork.
*looks at the comments in this thread*
See! This is why we gamers never get nice things!
For anybody smart enough, You can join me in the Flamewar bunker.
And don't forget your flame shields.
Agreed. It's hard to see myself getting upset either way - muslims found something offensive, and Activision obliged them. That Activision actually decided to listen to its gamers is a good thing, and it seems a shame that the thread decscends into "showing consideration for muslim gamers = special treatment for muslim gamers".
Basically, what I read was "Hi Rez has larger balls than Activision".
If Christians make up the majority vote in a country, that doesn't make it unfairly pandering to Christians. The Bible is a f***ing stupid reason to be against gay marriage, but their opinion still matters in a democracy. Also, no religions have to pay taxes. I don't see how this makes Christianity look any better. I think it's stupid that religions don't have to pay taxes. But the kind of attitude that exempts them is the same attitude that is at play here, pandering to some oversensitive Muslims, many of which I doubt play the game and none of which care that their BS has caused inconvenience for every other player of the game regardless of religion.
Lastly, I don't see your point. You're basically saying all since all religions are pandered to, people shouldn't be annoyed if they see yet more pandering.
|Pages PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 NEXT


text:
Snow Study Devices
BrandBackcountry Access
Priceless than $25
$25 - $49.99
$50 and above
Recent Snow Study Device Reviews
Brooks-Range Pocket Snow Density Gauge 100
Avalanches happen when there is strong snow over weak snow. Knowing the properties of layers within the snowpack is critical to evaluating hazard. However, knowing the exact density is admittedly a little nerdy. But there are cases when this is required - or at least helpful. To know the exact density of snow, a density gauge is required. Guides and avalanche forecasters must be able to record snow densities. But as a guide, my pack is heavy enough as is. I don't like carrying around a snow science… Full review
Top-Rated Snow Study Devices
Sort by: name | rating | price | availability | recently reviewed | recently added
In order to show you the most relevant gear, we have omitted some older, unreviewed products.
If you like, you can view the list with the older products included.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
The process of buying a new Honda car or truck can seem overwhelming if you don't know where to begin. Edmunds.com can get you started on the right track with a convenient directory of Honda car dealerships in and around Orland Park, Illinois. Compare online price quotes on the new or used car, truck, SUV, minivan, or wagon of your choice to locate the best deals. Edmunds.com makes it easy to find trusted Honda car dealers in Orland Park, saving car buyers time and money on what will be an important purchase.
Non Display Review Name "Overall a great car buying experience! Great customer service and got the car we wanted for a fair price. " Read more Review by: nkennedy1
Non Display Review Name "What can I say about Ed Napleton Honda?! These are the nicest and most thorough guys around! Talk about customer service! From the moment you walk"... Read more Review by: Molly_erin
Non Display Review Name "I highly recommend Continental Honda. I purchased a Honda accord from Saul Camacho. He was terrific, I had shopped all over Chicago, and he took the t"... Read more Review by: joseroman
Non Display Review Name "Kendall halsell was a great and awesome salesman! I'm very well satisfied with the service that he provided to me as purchasing my first new vehicle. "... Read more Review by: Shamoniap
Non Display Review Name "Chikano made the hard process of getting a new car a joy!" Read more Review by: Napletonfan
Non Display Review Name "Had a great experience at Bosak Honda of Highland. Jeff Stone was very thorough and extremely helpful in answering all the questions I had and assisti"... Read more Review by: Educator360


text:
Latin to English, Exercise I. 2
Unum illud timebam ne quid turpius facerem, vel dicam, iam efficissem
Unum illud – neuter singular accusative
timebam – 1st singular active imperfect indicative
turpius – neuter singular accusative adjective or comparative adverb
facerem – 1st singular active imperfect subjunctive
dicam -- 1st singular active future indicative or 1st singular active present subjunctive
efficissem -- 1st singular active pluperfect subjunctive
I was afraid of that one thing, that I would do something more foul, or let me say, I had already brought about.
But what does it mean? Any help or suggestions gratefully received.


text:
Occupy these Actions and Assemblies
Stop the Spectra Pipeline: There are daily actions happening at the construction site for the pipeline that will bring fracked gas through residential neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan and the Rockaways.. You can learn more about the issues, find actions that suit your schedule and interests more at: http://occupythepipeline.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, August 15th, 11:00am-1:00pm
- Twitter Picket Against Verizon/Cable Monopoly Deal
- Location: Twitter!
- Join us as we take over the Twitter feed of Verizon, the FCC, the Department of Justice, and cable companies and tell them: Enough is Enough. Learn more and see sample tweets. Help us defend workers rights and stop the Verizon-Big Cable monopoly merger.
Wednesday, August 15th, 4:30pm
- Mr. Wall Street Buys Washington
- 17 E 79th Street, Manhattan
- Mayor Bloomberg is hosting a campaign fundraiser to sponsor and support Wall Street's favorite pet senator, Scott Brown. At $1,000 to $5,000 a plate, the Mayor's personal wealth and sway will have a disproportionate amount of clout when it comes to influencing votes for Mr. Brown. A Rally will be held in protest and continue through the end of the fundraising dinner.
Wednesday, August 15th, 6:00pm
- Occupy Sunset Park Rent Strike Solidarity Vigil
- 553 46th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenue)
- Our weekly vigil will be followed by a strategy session at La Casita (414 45th Street, btwn. 4th & 5th aves) to plot out a campaign to keep the pressure on. If needed, meeting conducted in Spanish with English translation. Read more about this struggle.
Thursday, August 16th, 4:30pm
- S17 Progressive Institutions Meeting
- 50 Broadway, 2nd Floor Room E
- Join OWS and partners and allies from across NYC at our organizing meeting to support three days of music, education, activism and direct action in support of Occupy Wall Street and a broad movement for economic and social justice.
Friday, August 17th, 6:00pm
- Wake up Wall Street 4
- Bryant Park
- At the fourth in a series we will flood mid town with a call for Money out of Politics. We will gather and have a brief teach in, and later move on to our target: a pharmaceutical giant that costs both money and lives.
Friday, August 17th, 8:00pm
- Pub Crawls for the 99%
- Location changes every week: check the link for more info
- Join our roving outreach party as we hit a new neighborhood every week. We've got music, flyers, games, wanted posters and more. Bring wigs, colorful costumes, flyers and talk trash about Wall Street.
Saturday, August 18th, 2:00pm
- S17 Convergence Meeting
- The Garibaldi Statue at Washington Square Park, 1 Washington Square
- Join us for our third meeting for planning convergence components for September 17th and the preceding weekend (September 15-16).
Saturday, August 18th, 2:00pm
- 4th Feminist General Assembly
- Harlem Meer, Central Park - 110th St. and 5th Avenue
- Feminism is for everybody and Women Occupying Wall Street (WOWs) invites the entire community to attend our events. We as a silenced community have so much at stake! We are going to work on actions and create future ones for gender, racial and economic justice. Its all about intersectionality!
Sunday, August 19, 12:00pm-4:00pm
- S17 Work Session
- 33 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn
- Got some work to do for S17? Join teams from across OWS as we work on all the exciting stuff that needs doing for S17: websites, volunteer coordination, calendar updates, prep for the Monday Spokes meeting and anything else.
Saturday, August 25, 3:00pm-5:00pm
- Debt Burn Inferno
- We are coming together to refuse this system of inherited debt. Together, we refuse a life of servitude. We burn our debt.
Saturday, August 25, 12:00pm
- Occupy Town Square 9: Sunset Park
- Sunset Park, Brooklyn, NY
- Come to Sunset Park for the 9th of the Occupy Town Square series of pop-up occupations. Our Hall of Fame Tax Dodgers baseball team will be playing a game, as well as musicians, workshops, immigration lawyers, face painting for kids, food, kite making, banner making, t-shirt stenciling, and then teach ins on sustainable food, politics, and police brutality.
Midnight Every Night until September 16th
- #YesWeCamp 2.0 #PACAttack
- Union Square
- Join for a month of tactical #SleepfulProtests starting August 16th and culminating on the eve of Occupy Wall Street's one-year-anniversary on September 16th. Assemble at #OccupyUnionSq for Eviction Theater to connect with sleeping groups each night at Midnight.
For Text Message alerts on your cellphone about daily events, actions, and important information, sign up for the ComHub SMS blasts by texting @owscom to 23559.


text:
God's Love We Deliver
166 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10013
Tel: 212.294.8100
Fax: 212.294.8101
Your gift of holiday tribute cards is a great help to our clients living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and other life-altering illnesses.
For a minimum of $15 per name, God's Love We Deliver will address, stamp and mail tribute cards to your friends and loved ones with your return address on the envelope. Just send us your mailing list and we'll handle the rest!
These cards are also available as an e-card!
Each card will be personalized with your name or logo and following message: "This holiday season, [your name/logo] made a generous donation in your honor to God's Love We Deliver."
Order Information:
Phone: 212.294.8142
Fax: 212.294.8101
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
The peace symbol continues as it has since its origin to connote wholeness, universality and the never-ending yearning for resolution to troubling issues on every level, and in the broadest sense, for peace on earth. This lovely rendition reaffirms what matters most to us all.
In March, 2017, 2,800 people filled every seat in New York City's historic Beacon Theatre for the first-ever God's Love We Deliver rock concert. Superstar actor and musician Bruce Willis opened the show and was followed by 35 other rock headliners including five-time Grammy Award-winner Michael MacDonald, all under the direction of CBS Orchestra bass player, Will Lee, accompanied by his friend, David Letterman's musical director Paul Shaffer, and their amazing musical colleagues. None other than Bill Murray joined in to delight the crowd as the surprise host. You and your friends are invited to view highlights on YouTube, Love Rocks NYC!
Every year more than 10,000 volunteers come to help us prepare, package and deliver more than one million urgently needed meals for clients. Our good friend, Art Glazer, illustrates the essence of our mission and the real work it takes in a series of drawings we are so happy to offer. Art's cards are always favorites.
Roy Lichtenstein, David Hockney and Keith Haring are among the many well-known
and well-loved artists who have supported God's Love since its founding 32 years ago. Mr. Lichtenstein's artwork is iconic, ground-breaking and recognized the world over at the highest levels as superlative examples of Pop art. We are, once again this year, deeply grateful to the Estate of Roy Lichtenstein for permission to offer this artwork, which was used for a 1964 MOMA exhibition, "American Supermarket."
The use of holly as a decoration around the time of the winter solstice dates back thousands of years. The Druids regarded holly as a symbol with magical powers of fertility and eternal life that would bring good luck and protection. Romans associated holly with Saturn, the god of agriculture and harvest, and decorated with its boughs during the December festival of Saturnalia. Our wonderful friend, the enormously talented, Tony Award-winning Broadway costume designer, William Ivey Long, contributed an artwork exclusively for God's Love We Deliver.
For aficionados, this Chevy pick-up probably dates from 1954. Still looking great 63 years later, there are likely more than a few of these sturdy Chevy pickups on the road in the 21st century picking up and delivering small loads. These days, God's Love uses refrigerated vans of much more recent vintage to deliver meals to 7,000 grateful clients in our 450 square-mile service area. But for the sake of the good old days, send this truck to family and friends to let them know you wish them a very happy holiday season. A load of love in a cool, red 50's Chevy rolling on white-walled tires. Fun!
Abe Lebewohl, known to everyone as "Abie," came to the U.S. from Lvov, Poland in 1950 when he was 19, and took his first job as a soda jerk in a Coney Island deli, where he learned the secrets of superb pastrami and other traditional Jewish delicacies. Abie's is a story about the stuff and substance of a real New Yorker, who made huge sandwiches, had a huge heart, and is remembered to this day for his boundless charity. Abie fed every homeless person who walked into the deli hungry, gave away mountains of food to whomever and wherever he could help. Matt Weber, who, along with his mother, delivered God's Love meals in its earliest days, and this year donated this wonderful photograph to share with you.
Tel: 212.294.8142
Fax: 212.294.8101
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Does God's Love accept non-traditional gifts like cars, artwork or property?


text:
It looks like you're new here. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons!
Had an edit and lost the whole darned thing.
I still think it boils down to plug and play vs. build, tinker, plug and play with occasional tinker.
TrikeBirder wrote: »Perhaps you are correct TCEd. But I believe the more you tinker with your trike and its equipment, the more you understand both the equipment, and how it's function effects your trike and trike riding. Likewise, the more you understand your trike's equipment, and how that equipment effects your trike and riding demands, the better trike owner and rider you become. And, perhaps best of all, the better trike related decisions, one is likely to make.
I believe there is no such thing as plug & play, without tinkering, for any E-trike.
Oh sure, someone could simply plunk there money down and buy a beautiful EVO turn-key E-trike and ride away. But if they never look at their owners manual, and know little about bikes or lithium batteries, how long are trike & battery likely to last? At the very least, owners need to learn (and tinker?) with lithium battery related questions- how to charge, how much to charge (80, 90, 100%), what amperage to charge at (advantages & disadvantages of charging at various amperage), where to charge, what type charger to use, seasonal storage, etc., And who among hasn't at least learned and tinkered with our trike brakes, tire pressure, cables, seat, chain, etc.
Don't get me wrong, I have test ridden the EVO and it is EVOlutionary and awesome. It will certainly be the best solution for many. But an experienced bike shop can order, install, and program a Bafang for someone wanting a plug & play type e-trike solution. While TerraTrike has the complete ***and paired*** TOTAL solution in the EVO, the lbs ordered, installed, and programmed Bafang can get pretty close to plug & play too, if one is willing to do just a bit of study.


text:
We have more with
Black Radish with Schmaltzy Onions
This dish is a take on an eastern European Jewish dish "Ritach mit tzibeleh Schmaltz und Gribener" that was a holiday favorite and my Grandmother Sylvia's specialty. It literally translates to black radish with rendered chicken fat and crispy chicken skin. I can't say it is the healthiest of "vegetable" dishes but was one I adored as a child. I've made a few changes (mostly the addition on lemon & herbs, and the reduced amount of schmaltz) to the original recipe, but the spirit of the dish is still alive.


text:
The number-one item in the main article shows how to find the top 10 single, female customers based on unit sales. How would you rewrite that example query to find the top 10 customers based on unit sales who aren't single and female? Can you do it without listing all three of the other combinations (i.e., single male, married male, and married female)?
Hide comments


text:
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 20 (UPI) -- A skateboard died after rolling through a red light in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, police said.
Justin Stone, 34, was riding his skateboard Wednesday when he hit a bump and was thrown into an intersection, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
He landed under a passing truck, police spokesman Albie Esparza said.
The truck crushed Stone, the medical examiner said.
Two police officers saw the accident and rushed to help Stone, Esparza said. They administered CPR until paramedics arrived and took him to a hospital where Stone was pronounced dead.
The truck driver was cooperating with police, Esparza said.
"There have been no arrests," he said. "It appears to be nothing more than an unfortunate accident."
A few hours after the accident, a 61-year-old woman was hit by a car while crossing an intersection, police said.
The car that hit the woman had swerved around another car that had stopped to let the woman cross.
The woman was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, Esparza said. Her name has not been released.
"There have been no arrests," police spokesman Sgt. Daryl Fong said. "There were a number of witnesses, and we're still looking into what occurred."


text:
Course Details
BIO301 Genetics
This course will emphasize current developments and techniques in the study of inheritance including extensions and applications of transmission, population, and molecular genetics. Laboratory experiences will include Mendelian crosses of model organisms, computer simulations via software and Internet of traditional and population genetics, and an introduction to cell-molecular genetics techniques including micropipetting, sterile bacterial culture, and visualization and mapping of DNA via gel electrophoresis. Thought processes and problem solving will be emphasized. (Concurrent enrollment in BIO 302 required.) (Lab fee) Prerequisites: BIO114/115, BIO124/125, CHM 114/115, CHM124/125, AND MAT124.
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: See course description Lab Fee


text:
GREENVILLE, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SYNNEX Corporation, (NYSE: SNX), a leading distributor of IT products and services with its US Distribution headquarters based in Greenville, SC, announced today that Eddie Franklin, Vice President, Sales for SYNNEX Corporation, with a focus on Public Sector and Vertical Markets, has been named one of UBM Tech Channel's CRN 2013 Channel Chiefs. This prestigious list of the most influential and powerful leaders in the IT channel recognizes those executives directly responsible for driving channel sales and growth within their organization, while evangelizing and defending the importance of the channel throughout the entire IT Industry.
This marks the second year Mr. Franklin has been honored as a CRN Channel Chief. For 2013, he was selected because of SYNNEX' successful growth in Health IT, Public Sector IT and for augmenting Public Sector marketing programs with vendor-focused public sector services.
For over ten years, Channel Chiefs were selected by the CRN editorial team based on channel experience, program innovations, channel-driven revenue, and public support for the importance of IT Channel Sales.
"The 2013 Channel Chiefs list recognizes vendor executives dedicated to driving channel programs in the IT marketplace," said Kelley Damore, Senior Vice President, Editorial Director, CRN. "Our annual Channel Chiefs issue is a must-read for IT solution providers evaluating new vendors or looking to expand solution offerings. These are the people, the products and the programs that any savvy solution provider needs to know. We congratulate this year's Channel Chiefs for their stellar record of business innovation and applaud them for their continued dedication to the partner community."
Selected by CRN's editorial staff, the 2013 Channel Chiefs list is featured in the 2/25/13 issue of CRN Magazine and will be featured online at www.crn.com.
About SYNNEX Corporation
SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX), a Fortune 500 corporation, is a leading business process services company, servicing resellers, retailers and original equipment manufacturers in multiple regions around the world. The Company provides services in IT distribution, supply chain management, contract assembly and business process outsourcing. Founded in 1980, SYNNEX employs approximately 11,000 full-time and part-time associates worldwide. Additional information about SYNNEX may be found online at www.synnex.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
Statements in this release that are forward-looking involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause the Company's actual results in future periods to be materially different from any future performance that may be suggested in this release. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release.
Copyright 2013 SYNNEX Corporation. All rights reserved. SYNNEX, the SYNNEX Logo and all other SYNNEX company, product and services names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of SYNNEX Corporation. SYNNEX and the SYNNEX Logo Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. Other names and marks are the property of their respective owners.
About UBM Tech Channel (www.ubmchannel.com)
UBM Tech Channel, a UBM company, is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With over 30 years of experience and engagement, UBM Tech Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. To learn more about UBM Tech Channel, visit us at: www.ubmchannel.com.
UBM llc (www.ubm.com)
UBM llc is a leading global business media company. We inform markets and bring the world's buyers and sellers together at events, online, in print and provide them with the information they need to do business successfully. We focus on serving professional commercial communities, from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewelry traders, from farmers to pharmacists around the world. Our 6,000 staff in more than 30 countries is organized into specialist teams that serve these communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently. For more information, go to www.ubm.com


text:
What pension problem?
To the Editor:
I must be mistaken. I thought I read somewhere that Rhode Island was considering pension reform. Something about too many generous pension deals. That must have been some time ago.
I notice that two luminaries, Senate Finance Chairman Daniel DaPonte (D-East Providence) and Rep. Donald J. Lally Jr. (D-South Kingstown), have sponsored a bill to allow state police troopers to receive increased pension credits for military service and maternity leave. They now can receive two years of credit but this will be raised to four years because other state employees have that additional benefit. It must be right (and not a real increase which we couldn't afford if we were having a pension crisis) because others already have this benefit.
Of course it comes with the exorbitant price tag of 10 percent of the troopers' first year salary times the number of years of military service, up to five years. The maternity leave credits must be purchased at the "full actuarial cost." I'm glad we don't have a pension problem and can continue to increase benefits. It's great to have such a buoyant economy even with 11 percent unemployment and one of the highest tax rates in the nation. Maybe we can just increase taxes more to cover this.
David Quigley


text:
Carlton: Why I like Oklahoma in Cotton Bowl 'shootout' over Manziel, A&M
Rick Gosselin and Chuck Carlton joined Fox Sports Southwest's Ric Renner on SportsDayonAir. Here are some highlights.
On A&M vs. Oklahoma in the Cotton Bowl:
Chuck Carlton: How often is Oklahoma the underdog in one of these situations, unless they're playing for a national title or something like that? Bob Stoops loves this. All the attention on Manziel. Are we gonna see the same Johnny Manziel we saw in the regular season? He's been on Letterman, on Leno, hanging with the Jonas Brothers; hanging with LeBron. That's a whole lot to go through and he won't have Kliff Kingsbury on the sidelines calling plays, running the offense and being kind of a security blanked when things go wrong. I like Oklahoma in this game. I think it will be a shootout. I think this is also a chance for Landry Jones, whose career began in Cowboys Stadium. He's not gonna win a Heisman Trophy, he's not going to win a national championship but this would not be a bad way to go out.
Rick Gosselin: I think Stoops absolutely loves the whole scenario. This is one of the great football programs in history. They've had a great history of beating A&M. Except for Manziel, they've played all these A&M players and beat them.


text:
STP/IM Component/STP Intermediate Metamodel
The Intermediate STP Metamodel will serve to facilitate the sharing of information between different editors in Eclipse STP. A detailed discussion on this subject is available here. A sample scenario involving this common metamodel is also available.
This page presents the metamodel and a brief description of the main elements. The .ecore file and the diagram file (standard EMF editor in Eclipse) are also available in the resources section.
Proposed Intermediate Metamodel
The following diagram presents the EMF elements for the proposed STP intermediate model.
The core model elements are Service and Process, identified in red on the diagram. The whole model is contained under one root element (in magenta on the diagram). Services are contained by the ServiceCollection, Processes by ProcessCollection and Properties are defined by PropertyDefinitions contained in the PropertyDefinitionCollection. Services have Bindings and properties. Properties can be anything defined by the PropertyDefinition. They could be used as simple key-value pairs as well as to define more complex properties of a Service (perhaps also contracts? Thanks to David Bosschaert for pointing out the need for contracts). Services can also be used as control elements (ControlService) that correspond to several integration patterns. Several such control patterns are identified in grey on the diagram as they might not be used by all editors (such as SCA). They are however quite useful in the JBI world. Services are also associated with ServiceClasses in order to facilitate their classification.
Processes are defined as having steps, while each Step can be associated with a service to represent that its functionality is fulfilled by that particular service. Process steps are also associated with bindings because they need to use a specific binding of a service when executing a particular step (a service can have multiple bindings). Transitions define the succession of steps. A basic transition type, the TransitionUnderCondition (in grey on the diagram) illustrates that several kinds of transitions can be defined for controlling the succession of steps. Transitions also have ObservableAttributes to allow data collection and monitoring.
- Model Archive (.ecore + diagram) File:Stp-model.zip
- STP Internal Model Discussion
- sample scenario involving the intermediate meta-model


text:
Mike McGroddy needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 392 designs submitted by 46 freelance designers.
Intuitive Ophthalmics
Intuitive Ophthalmics (IO) is focused on identifying and developing novel technology for unmet clinical needs of eye care physicians. Through its unique expertise in biomedical engineering, medical care and commercialization, IO will hope to lower complication rates of current ophthalmic procedures and push the envelope of future eye care technology. Currently IO is developing technology to lower complications in cataract surgery, expanding treatment for millions of people suffering from the most common cause of preventable blindness in the world.
Brand Identity we wish to convey:
1. Innovative: IO is run equally by physicians and engineers who create novel medical technologies to satisfy the greatest clinical needs of our customers
2. Intuitive: IO employees collaborate directly with end-user physicians to ensure our technologies effortlessly integrate into their practices
3. Ambitious: IO plans to quickly expand our offerings globally to address the greatest need for simple and cost-effective solutions for preventable blindness
We wish to communicate primarily with doctors, specifically ophthalmologists, who will purchase our products. Secondary audiences are large medical firms who will look us up as competition and patients will also see this logo by visiting our website and exploring the benefits we provide through our technologies.
An Intuitive Ophthalmics logo and typeface that reflects the brand identity described above
Color logo that includes both text and graphics
-Colors may reflect a "cool" and "therapeutic " feel to the company
-Logo may reflect "clear vision" or "a new vision for eye care"
-Please feel free to experiment!
Incorporate a professional typeface
Custom graphics are highly appreciated
Vector-based artwork is a MUST
We would especially like to have a design that has a recognizable (I.O.) in addition to the expanded company logo and name.
Find out how a design contest works or learn more about our logo design services.


text:
American Realty Capital Healthcare Trust Announces Fourth Quarter Acquisition Activity
$216 Million in New Investments During the Quarter
Jan 02, 2013, 06:37 EST
NEW YORK, Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Realty Capital Healthcare Trust, Inc., ("ARC Healthcare" or the "Company") announced today that, in the fourth quarter of 2012, it closed the acquisition of 14 assets, located in nine states with 0.7 million total rentable square feet at a contract purchase price of $216.4 million, exclusive of closing costs. The acquisitions were in line with the Company's core investment strategy of building a balanced and diversified portfolio of newly constructed, high quality, predominantly private pay healthcare real estate assets focused on three primary asset types: medical office buildings, seniors housing and selected post-acute facilities. The $216.4 million in fourth quarter acquisitions includes $128.0 million of investments which were previously announced.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120525/NY14374LOGO )
In addition to the previously announced acquisitions, ARC Healthcare's fourth quarter acquisitions included six medical office buildings and one post-acute facility, anchored by leading hospital systems and healthcare service providers. Those seven properties total 254,779 square feet and are located in seven different states representing an aggregate purchase price of $88.4 million. Further detail about these seven buildings acquired in the fourth quarter of 2012 is provided below.
Rush-Copley Building II is located in Aurora, Illinois and was purchased for $25.6 million, exclusive of closing costs. The property, which is located on the campus of Rush Copley's Aurora Hospital, is leased to three tenants, including entities that are affiliated with the Rush University Medical Center Health System.
The Michiana Hematology Oncology Medical Office Building was purchased for $21.7 million, exclusive of closing costs. The property is located adjacent to St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka, Indiana and is leased to Michiana Hematology Oncology, PC, which was formed in 1968 and is one of the largest teams of board-certified oncologists in Northern Indiana.
The 16 New Scotland Medical Office Building, purchased for $15.0 million, exclusive of closing costs, is located adjacent to the Albany Medical Center, which is a 484-bed acute care hospital campus located in Albany, New York and one of three tenants that occupy 100% of the property.
North Valley Orthopedic was purchased for $9.0 million, exclusive of closing costs. The ambulatory surgery center is located in Phoenix, Arizona and is leased to North Valley Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC, a joint-venture between AmSurg Holdings, LLC ("AmSurg") and twelve independent physicians that practice at the facility. AmSurg, which operates 228 surgery centers nationally, was founded in 1992 to develop, acquire and operate ambulatory surgery centers in partnership with physicians throughout the United States.
The Cancer Center at Metro Village was purchased for $6.2 million, exclusive of closing costs. The property is located in Wyoming, Michigan adjacent to the Metro Health Hospital ("Metro"), which is a 208-bed general acute-care osteopathic teaching hospital. The facility is leased to Metro and operated with their joint-venture partner, the Michigan Health Corporation, a part of the University of Michigan.
Care Meridian La Mesa, a state-of-the-art sub-acute rehabilitation facility which specializes in caring for patients suffering from catastrophic brain and spine injuries, was purchased for $6.0 million, exclusive of closing costs. The property is leased to Care Meridian, LLC, a subsidiary of National Mentor Holdings, Inc., which guarantees the obligations of the tenant.
Blue Ridge Medical Building was purchased for $4.9 million, exclusive of closing costs. The medical office building is leased to Wellmont Health Systems, a not-for-profit, integrated health system with a regional network of hospitals and healthcare facilities serving patients in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
With these most recent acquisitions, the Company's total portfolio is comprised of 50 properties representing an aggregate contract purchase price of $673.0 million.
"We were very active during the quarter, selectively deploying the capital we are successfully raising into high quality healthcare real estate assets," said American Realty Capital Healthcare Advisors Chief Executive Officer, Thomas P. D'Arcy. Mr. D'Arcy continued, "During 2012, we have invested a total of $508.1 million into 36 properties as we continue to build a balanced and diversified portfolio of healthcare properties fully focused on taking advantage of the dynamic and emerging trends occurring in healthcare today."
Important Notice
ARC Healthcare is a publicly registered, non-traded real estate investment program. Additional information about ARC Healthcare can be found on its website at www.thehealthcarereit.com.
The statements in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the outcome to be materially different. In addition, words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect" and "intend" indicate a forward-looking statement, although not all forward-looking statements include these words.
SOURCE American Realty Capital Healthcare Trust, Inc.


text:
Black Friday 'Doorbusters' Don't Always Hold Up
Every Black Friday, retailers lure shoppers in the cold, predawn hours to wait in long lines with the promise of one-day-only deals that can't be beat. And every year, shoppers ask themselves, "Is this really worth it?"
The answer, it turns out, often is, "No."
An analysis by pricing research firm Decide Inc. and The Wall Street Journal of this year's most-touted Black Friday deals found that many of the bargains advertised as "doorbusters" were available at lower prices at other times of the year—sometimes even at the same retailer.
Decide has gathered years' of online price data and uses it to tell subscribers when they should pull the trigger on purchases. It looked at more than 500 doorbusters advertised in Black Friday circulars by big-box and department stores such as Target Corp. TGT -1.26% , Best Buy Co. BBY -1.60% and Sears Holdings Corp. SHLD -18.46% and found that nearly one-third of the products had been sold at lower prices this year, said Decide Chief Executive Mike Fridgen.
Sears, for example, is advertising a KitchenAid Artisan Series Stand Mixer for $319.99 this Black Friday. Decide found that the retailer offered the same mixer for $296 in March.
Related Video
"We believe our advertised prices are competitive and we are well-positioned to give our customers great value," a Sears spokesman said by email. "Like any retailer, our pricing varies throughout the year."
Home Depot Inc. HD -2.55% is advertising a General Electric Co. Adora dishwasher for $598 on Black Friday, touting a savings of $151. But as recently as last month, the home-improvement retailer was selling that same dishwasher for $538, Decide found.
Home Depot said the earlier discount was a Columbus Day special but that the majority of its Black Friday deals are its best of the year.
Decide's Web-scraping technology doesn't always capture subtle changes in certain deals. For example, it found that the 32-gigabyte, fifth-generation Apple Inc. iPod Touch that Best Buy is advertising for $294.99 on Black Friday was priced $10 cheaper last week.
But a Best Buy spokeswoman said the chain is giving away a $50 gift card that buyers of the iPod can use toward their next purchase at the retailer.
Black Friday long has been a game of convincing shoppers that prices are so good that the consumers can't afford to miss out. Retailers have adopted certain tactics over the years, from deeply discounting a limited supply of loss leaders to lining up less-expensive items that can be sold at low prices without killing profit margins.
Retailers generally don't promise the lowest price ever, and Decide found that many of the bargains appeared to be genuine. The research firm said the majority of the doorbuster deals it checked hadn't been available at lower prices during the year.
Still, the transparency and easy aggregation afforded by online pricing is making it simpler than ever to test retailers' claims. Decide, for example, found that retailers often pick popular brands or lower-quality items for deep discounts on Black Friday.
"Technology has made it possible for consumers to be aware of what's a deal and what's truly a marketing ploy," Mr. Fridgen said.
A Wall Street Journal analysis this fall found that Black Friday isn't necessarily the best time to buy some popular holiday gifts. Popular items such as watches and jewelry typically sell for their lowest prices in October. Other items, such as flat-screen television sets are best bought at the beginning of the year.
Rob Docters, a senior member of McKinsey & Co.'s pricing practice, said retailers are likely counting on consumers to assume that this week's advertised sales are the year's best. "People associate Black Friday with good prices, and that eliminates the need to check price," he said.
Buyer Beware
Some holiday bargains were available earlier at lower prices.
Kitchen Aid Artisan Series Stand Mixer
Black Friday price: $319.99 (Sears)
March price: $296
GE Adora dishwasher
Black Friday price: $598 (Home Depot)
October price: $538
Apple iPod Touch, fifth generation, 32 gigabytes
Black Friday price: $294.99, incl. $50 gift card (Best Buy)
Earlier November price: $284.99, no gift card
Source: Decide
Write to Dana Mattioli at email@example.com


text:
This Week In Island History
The news of 10 and 15 years ago is from the Jamestown Press. The news of 100 years ago came from the collection of the Newport Historical Society.
100 years ago
From the Newport Journal, Nov. 22, 1912
That electric lights will be at the disposal of the households of the town during the coming year seems to be assured. At the meeting of the Town Council next Monday, two propositions will be submitted for a franchise, one from a Providence concern to build and install an electric lighting plant within the town, the other from the Bay Side Company, which will, if granted the exclusive franchise, run a duplicate cable from the power plant in Newport.
More than the usual dissatisfaction is expressed in regard to the taxes recently assessed, and it is understood that an effort is being made to secure the services of the state tax commission to take some action to adjust the complaints.
Lighter Archer of Fall River is in with a deck load of building material consigned to several contractors at work on numerous new cottages.
75 years ago
From the Newport Daily News, Nov. 18, 1937
West ferry service from Jamestown to Saunderstown, providing a more direct route by automobile between Newport and New York, will be continued through the winter months instead of being suspended. In announcing the continuance of the ferry service, Charles H. Brooks, general manager, said it was being done for the benefit of the surrounding territory and for others interested in the continuance of Route 138. The state public utilities division requested that the ferry be continued. From the Newport Daily News,
Nov. 22, 1937
About 3,000 persons in Newport, Jamestown, Middletown and Portsmouth are totally unemployed and want work, partially employed and want more work, or on federal or state relief projects, the Federal Unemployment Census, which closed at midnight Saturday, revealed. Jamestown reported a total of 135 unemployed. From the Newport Daily News,
Nov. 24, 1937
Joseph De Soite has commenced wrecking operations on the Albert Caswell cottage at the junction of Conanicus Avenue and Brook Street.
50 years ago From the Newport Daily News,
Nov. 22, 1962
The Jamestown Bridge Commission at a special meeting last night awarded insurance bids on the bridge, for property damage and occupancy, to Meredith and Clarke Inc. Stearns Farms Inc. was awarded the insurance bond on employees. From the Newport Daily News,
Nov. 24, 1962
Jamestown Bridge revenue was 28 percent less the first 22 days of November, compared to the same period last year, John B. Foley, bridge manager, reported. He attributed bad weekend weather as the principal cause for the drop. Another reason was a reduction in tolls put into effect last year. Damage to the toll house, caused Nov. 9 by a truck, will be paid through insurance. A $25 safe has been purchased for use with a deposit chute for toll collectors.
25 years ago From the Newport Daily News,
Nov. 19, 1987
A subcommittee of the state's Coastal Resources Management Council told the Jamestown Town Council Wednesday night to take its controversial harbor ordinance back to the drawing board.
15 years ago
From the Jamestown Press,
Nov. 20, 1997
While most private wells on the island's north end have good water quality, a written report presented to the Town Council indicates that a potential for contamination does exist in wells in the Jamestown Shores.
Two groups will go before the Zoning board of Review on Nov. 25 to ask for a special-use permit to divide the second floor of the Jamestown Country Club into space for two businesses. The two groups were East Passage Sailmakers and the town's Recreation Department.
10 years ago
From the Jamestown Press,
Nov. 21, 2002
A special meeting of the Town Council may be conducted Dec. 2 to vote on the site and size for a new highway barn.
The state Department of Environmental Management should have a permit for the Russian processing ship MY Dauriya to anchor – or possibly even dock – somewhere in Narragansett Bay within the next two weeks.
The Jersey barriers that have been a fixture on the Jamestown Bridge for the past few months will begin coming off as early as tonight, according to an engineer with the state Department of Transportation. The DOT finished replacing the modular expansion joints in the slow travel lanes last week and poured concrete around the joints Nov. 14 to seal them in place.


text:
DelMonico Twisted Panama Downbrim Hat
Code: DelTwist
Product Description
The DelMonico Twisted Panama Downbrim Hat is the perfect hat for adventure. A classic centerdent crown and simple black grosgrain hat band have a classic versatile look while the wider 3 inch downbrim shades the eyes and lends a casual style to the look. Made of twisted genuine panama straw, this hat is lightweight and rugged with a Teflon coating to protect against wind and rain. It is partially crushable and packable for travel, with a high quality fabric interior sweatband to keep things comfortable in any weather. Throw it in a suitcase and take it anywhere in the world for a look that is fashionable and functional. Made in the USA.


text:
The trio will join the three-time defending Northeast Conference champions for the 2014-15 season.
"We are very excited about the additions of Elvar, Trevin and Trevon," Perri said. "All three are potential impact-type players who can step in and help us immediately next season."
Fridriksson is a 5-11 point guard who will help fill the void left by the graduation of senior All-America candidate Jason Brickman in 2014. One of the top amateur guards in his native Iceland, Fridriksson was selected Youth Player of the Year and named a First-Team All-Star in the Dominos League last season.
A versatile player who is regarded as one of the top players in Texas, Trevin Woods is the 15th-ranked senior in the Lone Star State by Rivals.com. As a junior at Fort Bend Austin High School, the 6-6 forward/guard averaged 11.7 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game.
Trevin's twin brother Trevon also stands as one of the top prep student-athletes in Texas, coming in at No. 12 in the Houston area according to RCS Sports. Last season, the 6-6 swingman scored 9.1 points, pulled down 5.6 rebounds and dished out 2.3 assists per game.


text:
Hello everybody
I'm new in this forum but I'm working for some months in a project based on XO-Activities. I need to use SOAPpy (from SOAPpy import WSDL) in my activity to connect to a web service that have some information. The problem is that python doesn't have installed this module and as an activity (ImportError: No module named SOAPpy), it doesn't have permission to do 'yum install SOAPpy' or something similar.
Do you have any ideas how to use SOAP in python or how to import modules to use in an specific activity?
Thanks OLPC Community


text:
Mark Schlabach | ESPN
Five things we'll be watching in college football this weekend:
1. Will No. 1 Alabama's offense look in better in Saturday's SEC West showdown at No. 6 Texas A&M?
The Crimson Tide, the defending BCS national champions, left a lot to be desired on offense in their 35-10 victory over Virginia Tech in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game two weeks ago. Quarterback AJ McCarron, who was playing with a painful ingrown toenail, completed only 10 of 23 passes for 110 yards, a touchdown and an interception. Worse, the Crimson Tide averaged only 2.5 yards per rushing attempt behind an offensive line with three new starters.
Texas A&M's defense was pretty porous in its first two games against Rice and FCS foe Sam Houston State, allowing an average of 449.5 yards per game, which ranks 92nd out of 123 FBS teams. The Aggies will get back three defensive starters who were suspended for the first two games.
"We struggled last year in the game with them, and I think it's going to be the same kind of things of importance on offense," Alabama coach Nick Saban said. "We are going to have to block, execute, going to have to throw and catch, going to have make good decisions and play our game. Get a hat on a hat, eliminate negative plays and try to not get behind in the down and distance and take advantage of opportunities when we get them."
2. Can the Blackshirts slow down No. 16 UCLA's offense?
No. 23 Nebraska's defense will be looking for redemption when the Cornhuskers host the Bruins at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln on Saturday. Last season, the Cornhuskers allowed 653 yards of offense -- the second-highest total surrendered in school history -- in a 36-30 loss to UCLA at the Rose Bowl.
UCLA quarterback Brett Hundley did a lot of the damage, accounting for 358 yards of offense and four touchdowns.
Nebraska's defense struggled in its opener, allowing 602 yards of offense in a 37-34 victory over Wyoming. Cowboys quarterback Brett Smith, another dual threat, passed for 383 yards with four touchdowns, while running for 92 yards. The Cornhuskers bounced back in last week's 56-13 rout of Southern Miss, allowing only 284 yards of offense, including 62 rushing. Of course, the Golden Eagles have also lost 14 games in a row.
3. Is Tennessee capable of pulling off a stunner at No. 2 Oregon?
Probably not, but the Volunteers have looked much better under first-year coach Butch Jones. The Vols routed FCS foe Austin Peay 45-0 and forced seven turnovers in a 52-20 blowout of Western Kentucky last week. But we'll learn a lot about Tennessee the next two weeks, when it plays at Oregon and then at No. 18 Florida.
The Ducks have been just as explosive under new coach Mark Helfrich, the offensive coordinator under former coach Chip Kelly, who is now with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles. Oregon is averaging 62.5 points per game and 9.5 yards per play. The Ducks already have five 100-yard rushing performances, including two each from quarterback Marcus Mariota and tailback De'Anthony Thomas, who combined for 487 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in two games.
4. How good is Illinois?
Washington had one of the most impressive performances in Week 1, blowing out Boise State 38-6 at renovated Husky Stadium, which vaulted the Huskies into the national rankings. But Illinois is one of the biggest surprises of the season in coach Tim Beckman's second campaign and will look to improve to 3-0 in Saturday night's game at Chicago's Soldier Field.
After struggling with FCS foe Southern Illinois 42-34 in their opener, the Illini blew out Cincinnati 45-17 last week, rolling up 522 yards of offense in the process. New offensive coordinator Bill Cubit, a former Western Michigan coach, has made a world of difference for quarterback Nathan Scheelhaase, who is completing 74 percent of his passes for 728 yards with six touchdowns in two games. He threw only four touchdowns in 10 games in 2012.
5. Which team is a bigger sleeper -- Arizona State or Wisconsin?
With USC's problems, Arizona, Arizona State or UCLA might be the team to beat in the Pac-12 South. Wisconsin won its first two games over inferior opponents by a combined score of 93-0 and looks like a real sleeper in the Big Ten in coach Gary Andersen's first season.
After routing UMass and FCS foe Tennessee Tech, the Badgers take a big step up in competition when they play at Arizona State on Saturday night. Wisconsin's defense hasn't allowed a touchdown in 11 straight quarters, dating back to the Rose Bowl game, and the offense has a three-headed monster in the backfield with James White, Melvin Gordon and Corey Clement.
The Sun Devils blew out FCS foe Sacramento State 55-0 and are preparing for a difficult four-game stretch. After hosting the Badgers, they'll play at No. 5 Stanford next week, followed by a home game against USC on Sept. 28 and a neutral-site contest against No. 21 Notre Dame in Arlington, Texas, on Oct. 5.
Back to All News


text:
If you are even remotely interested in robotics you should be aware of the new DARPA Robotics Challenge competition that aims to push the boundaries of rescue robots and especially humanoids.
Davide Faconti and Icarus Technology are setting up a team in order to compete at the top-level "Track A" part of the competition where the participants create both the software and the hardware platform for the challenge. The task is quite ambitious but the team is very experienced having already a range of operational humanoid robots.
Also an interesting aspect is the goal to make both the software and the hardware open source.
Currently there is an open call for participation towards everyone with the skills to be a part of such a project. It is a great opportunity for roboticist to participate at DARPA's Robotics Challenge! You can find more information here


text:
- Home
- News
- Sports
- Opinion
- Obituaries
- Features
- Special Sections
- Classifieds
- Public Notices
The Distinquished Young Women of Marion County Board of Directors and Committee are always looking for responsible volunteers. If you would like to volunteer your time to help with one of the top programs in the state, contact any of the board of directors or committee members. The board and committee members are, front row, from left, Vickie and David Perkins, Lisa and Rick Browning, Mahala and Pat Mattingly, and Misty Kehm; second row, Sandra Gribbins, Mary Anne Blair, Michelle Farmer, Michelle Cox, Renee Schooling, and Shannon Drury; and back row, Angie Akers and Karen Purdom.
If you currently subscribe or have subscribed in the past to the The Lebanon Enterprise, then simply find your account number on your mailing label and enter it below.
Click the question mark below to see where your account ID appears on your mailing label.
|ZIP Code:


text:
Jennifer Aniston: 'Friends' Reunion on 'Ellen'!
Jennifer Aniston reunites with Friends co-stars Matthew Perry and Courteney Cox for a segment on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, airing on Wednesday (May 22)!
The 44-year-old actress chatted with Ellen DeGeneres about what happened when she unexpectedly dropped by Matthew's house for some advice on co-hosting the show. Check out the funny video below!
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Jennifer Aniston
Matthew co-hosted The Ellen DeGeneres Show last month.
Jennifer was last spotted doing some furniture shopping with her fiance Justin Theroux in the Big Apple.
Jennifer Aniston – 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'


text:
NBC's 1960s set drama "The Playboy Club" hasn't even premiered, yet critics have had their tails in a twist for months.
An NBC affiliate in Salt Lake City refused to air it. Feminist author Gloria Steinem, who famously went undercover as a Bunny for a magazine piece, urged a boycott. The Parents Television Council and other conservative watchdog groups are out to get it.
It's not even that risqué. But what the detractors are whining about has more to do with the Playboy brand than anything else, and I say cool your heels. "The Playboy Club" (
9 p.m. Sept. 19, NBC; 2 ½ stars out of 4
) isn't about posing nude for a magazine.
It's also not NBC's "Mad Men," although the critical success of that AMC show is an obvious inspiration (for this and ABC's new "Pan Am"). "The Playboy Club" doesn't offer the keen insights into its era that "Mad Men" does, and I can respect that.
As one Bunny says, "We're at the party, and the party just started." "The Playboy Club" is the party. It's retro-soap filled with music, martinis, glitz and glamour. And yes, the buxom Bunnies who waited on members of the first Playboy nightclub, which Playboy magazine founder
just so happened to open in Chicago in 1960.
If you can forget any knee-jerk reaction to the idea of the show, and forgive historical inaccuracies and a bit of hypocrisy, you might enjoy its mob mystery and an intriguing gay subplot, not to mention the fabulous Laura Benanti—and Eddie Cibrian's dimples.
Talk about eye candy. And ear candy.
Tony winner Benanti, one of the show's best assets, gets the premiere rolling with a sexy rendition of "Chicago." Benanti plays Carol-Lynne, a veteran Bunny with her sights set on running the club. That ambition puts her in direct conflict with the club's manager, Billy Rosen, played with a wonderfully dry wit by David Krumholtz. When they're onscreen together, sparks fly.
Their clash is one major storyline that melds into another involving new Bunny Maureen (
) and Cibrian's playboy lawyer Nick Dalton, who come together after a mobster's lecherous manhandling of Maureen ends in his death by stiletto heel.
Here's where my mixed feelings begin to pop up. For all show creator's Chad Hodge's talk about how the series focuses on the Bunnies, he's essentially making the main plot about Dalton, his current political ambitions and his past links to the mobster's family.
But maybe I'm a hypocrite, because I actually enjoy Nick crossing paths with the mobster's son, played by Troy Garrity, who pulls Nick back into "the family" to help find his father. The budding relationship between Nick and Maureen, however, does nothing for me.
Hodge stuffs a lot of story into the metaphorical bust of the premiere, and its not all focused on Nick. Some might say the show is overstuffed with stories, but I had no problem following the various strands, even if some were less interesting than others.
We meet several Bunnies, all of whom seem to have some sort of secret. I especially enjoyed Naturi Naughton as Bunny Brenda, who wants to become the first black centerfold. "You can't discriminate against these babies," she says, referring to her pushed-up breasts.
Yes, that is a reference to the girly magazine, and no, I was not offended. I guess that makes me as superficial as "The Playboy Club." And I'm OK with that.


text:
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Pardon Doug Whaley for using a baseball analogy when discussing his all-in approach to transforming the Buffalo Bills into something he hopes will finally resemble a playoff contender.
''You have equal chances of missing when you play it safe as when you try to swing for a home run,'' the Bills general manager said. ''So why not go for the home run?''
And Whaley didn't blink when reminded that home-run hitters generally strike out a lot.
''Yeah,'' he said. ''And a lot of single hitters stay on base.''
The Bills prepare to open training camp in suburban Rochester on Sunday featuring a new-look offense. The changes reflect the swing-for-the-fences philosophy Whaley put into motion this offseason in a bid to end the franchise's 14-season playoff drought - the NFL's longest active streak.
Whaley's biggest move came in May while overseeing his first draft since taking over as GM.
Whaley mortgaged a portion of the team's future by trading next year's first-round draft pick to move up five spots and select Clemson receiver Sammy Watkins fourth overall.
It was a risky move, and yet one Whaley believed was worth the gamble by adding a dynamic piece to a passing attack that had sputtered during quarterback EJ Manuel's inconsistent and injury-troubled rookie season.
Whaley didn't stop there in a bid to improve the supporting cast around Manuel, the team's 2013 first-round pick.
The Bills used three of seven draft picks on offensive lineman. Whaley shuffled his receivers by acquiring Mike Williams from Tampa Bay and trading starter Stevie Johnson to San Francisco.
Whaley even tinkered with the Bills already strong running attack. He added experienced depth behind co-starters C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson by acquiring Bryce Brown in trade with Philadelphia and signing Anthony Dixon in free agency.
''It is our duty to do what we can to get this team into the playoffs. And I have no problem in saying that,'' Whaley said. ''That's a goal. I'm not guaranteeing it, but that's a goal.''
Whaley's win-now objective comes at a most uncertain juncture in the franchise's 55-year history.
The Bills are for sale after team founder and owner Ralph Wilson died in March, and a new owner could be identified within the next month.
There are concerns of the franchise eventually relocating under new ownership.
And there are shorter-term questions as to whether the next owner will consider cleaning house if Whaley and the rest of the Bills front-office fails to deliver a winner.
''That's out of my pay grade,'' Whaley said, regarding his job security. ''I have nothing to do with that stuff.''
Ownership change aside, there is a distinct sense the franchise is entering a new era ushered in by Whaley, second-year coach Doug Marrone and team president Russ Brandon, who took over daily oversight of the team in January 2013.
Despite a 6-10 finish last season, the Bills showed signs of being competitive following a major top-to-bottom overhaul. While their defense improved in several areas, their offense remained a weak spot in large part because of Manuel, whose development was stunted by three separate knee injuries. He went 4-6 in 10 games, with 11 touchdowns and nine interceptions.
Given the new additions on offense, the pressure is on Manuel to begin carrying his fair share of the load.
Whaley maintains his faith in Manuel, saying he has confidence the quarterback can build on last season.
''I wouldn't say concerned. I'd say I'm optimistic. I'm eager to see him get out and perform for 16 games,'' Whaley said. ''I think this year is going to be a big leap for him and for us.''
Whaley's series of offseason moves caught the players' attention by refocusing their commitment to win.
''This is a desperate franchise with desperate players and coaches to win,'' center Eric Wood said. ''I'm not using desperate in a negative way. I'm using desperate in a positive way. Desperate like: Willing to do whatever-it-takes mentality. This is probably the most positive energy I've felt since I've been here.''
AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and www.twitter.com/AP-NFL


text:
Rhododendron State ParkApril 19. 2011 9:29PM
Rhododendron State Park is named after the 16-acre grove of Rhododendron Maximum, which is the focal point of the park. A 0.6 mile-long universally accessible trail encircles the grove allowing visitors to observe, close up, the fragrant clusters of pink blossoms as they burst into bloom in mid-July.
A wildflower trail, maintained by the Fitzwilliam Garden Club, winds through the forest adjacent to the grove. From early spring to the first frost, wildflowers bloom throughout the 2,723-acre park. The last blooms in the fall are complemented by the forest's brilliant foliage. Visitors exploring the trails are often serenaded by song birds which live in the grove.
The rhododendron grove, which is the largest in northern New England, was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1982.
Location: Route 119W, Fitzwilliam
Phone: 603-532-8862
Activities: Picnicking, walking
Amenities: Wildflower trail, picnic tables
Operation Schedule:
Weekends: Early May to Mid-June, open daylight hours
Daily: Mid-June to Labor Day, open daylight hours
Acreage: 2,725 acres
NH State Parks Website
NH State Parks Pet Policy
Captain Samuel Patch settled in the town of Fitzwilliam on the land surrounding the rhododendron stand in 1788. He or his son, Sam Jr., built the family cottage, affectionately known as the "Old Patch Place," sometime between 1790 and 1816.
Ownership of the house left his family about 1841 and after a series of other owners, Stephen Follansbee purchased the property in 1865. At this time the property first came to public attention, but not just for the majestic rhododendrons. Mr. Follansbee sold bottled mineral water, potted rhododendrons, and silica which he advertised as, "silverette, Flour of the Forest." This commercial activity, which included a mail-order business, represented the peak of activity at this site which has been forgotten and re-discovered many times during its 200-year history.
In 1901 a subsequent owner, Levi Fuller, planned to "lumber off" the property. In reaction to this threat to the rhododendrons, Miss Mary Lee Ware of Boston (and Rindge, NH) purchased the land. She gave it to the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in 1903 with the stipulation that the rhododendron grove and pine forest "...be held as a reservation property protected and open to the public....forever."
The AMC remodeled the "Old Patch Place" as a hostel/clubhouse adjacent to the Metacomet Trail which they had established. The building was ideally located to offer hospitality and shelter. When the operation of a hostel was no longer possible, the AMC transferred the property to the N.H. Division of Parks and Recreation. Since 1946, the property has been operated as the State Park system's only designated botanical park. The "Old Patch Place" cottage near the park entrance was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.


text:
It is possible that the main title of the report Morquio Syndrome is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report.
Morquio syndrome (mucopolysaccharidosis type IV; MPS IV) is a mucopolysaccharide storage disease that exists in two forms (Morquio syndromes A and B) and occurs because of a deficiency of the enzymes N-acetyl-galactosamine-6-sulfatase and beta-galactosidase, respectively. A deficiency of either enzyme leads to the accumulation of mucopolysaccharides in the body, abnormal skeletal development, and additional symptoms. In most cases, individuals with Morquio syndrome have normal intelligence. The clinical features of MPS IV-B are usually fewer and milder than those associated with MPS IV-A. Symptoms may include growth retardation, a prominent lower face, an abnormally short neck, knees that are abnormally close together (knock knees or genu valgum), flat feet, abnormal sideways and front-to-back or side-to-side curvature of the spine (kyphoscoliosis), abnormal development of the growing ends of the long bones (epiphyses), and/or a prominent breast bone (pectus carinatum). Hearing loss, weakness of the legs, and/or additional abnormalities may also occur.
The mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of inherited lysosomal storage disorders. Lysosomes function as the primary digestive units within cells. Enzymes within lysosomes break down or digest particular nutrients, such as certain carbohydrates and fats. In individuals with MPS disorders, deficiency or malfunction of specific lysosomal enzymes leads to an abnormal accumulation of certain complex carbohydrates (mucopolysaccharides or glycosaminoglycans) in the arteries, skeleton, eyes, joints, ears, skin, and/or teeth. These accumulations may also be found in the respiratory system, liver, spleen, central nervous system, blood, and bone marrow. This accumulation eventually causes progressive damage to cells, tissues, and various organ systems of the body. There are several different types and subtypes of mucopolysaccharidosis. These disorders, with one exception, are inherited as autosomal recessive traits.
Children Living with Inherited Metabolic Diseases (CLIMB)
Climb Building
176 Nantwich Road
Crewe, Intl CW2 6BG
United Kingdom
Tel: 0845 241 2174
Tel: 800 652 3181
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Internet: http://www.CLIMB.org.uk
Vaincre Les Maladies Lysosomales
2 Ter Avenue
Massy, 91300
Tel: 01 69 75 40 30
Fax: 01 60 11 15 83
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.vml-asso.org
National MPS Society, Inc.
PO Box 14686
Durham, NC 27709
Tel: (919)806-0101
Fax: (919)806-2055
Tel: (877)677-1001
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.mpssociety.org
NIH/National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive & Kidney Diseases
Office of Communications & Public Liaison
Bldg 31, Rm 9A06
31 Center Drive, MSC 2560
Bethesda, MD 20892-2560
Tel: (301)496-3583
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/
Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases
MPS House
Repton Place
White Lion Road
Buckinghamshire, HP7 9LP.
United Kingdom
Tel: 004401494 434156
Fax: 004401494 434252
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.mpssociety.co.uk
Canadian Society for Mucopolysaccharide and Related Diseases, Inc.
PO Box 30034
RPO Parkgate
North Vancouver
British Columbia, Intl V7H 2Y8
Tel: (604) 924-5130
Fax: (604) 924-5131
Tel: 1-800-667-1846
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.mpssociety.ca
MUMS National Parent-to-Parent Network
150 Custer Court
Green Bay, WI 54301-1243
Tel: (920)336-5333
Fax: (920)339-0995
Tel: (877)336-5333
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.netnet.net/mums/
Genetic and Rare Diseases (GARD) Information Center
PO Box 8126
Gaithersburg, MD 20898-8126
Tel: (301)251-4925
Fax: (301)251-4911
Tel: (888)205-2311
Email: http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/GARD/EmailForm.aspx
Internet: http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/GARD
Instituto de Errores Innatos del Metabolismo
Carrera 7 No 40 - 62
Tel: (571) 3208320
Email: email@example.com
Internet: http://www.javeriana.edu.co/ieim/programas_ieim.htm
Madisons Foundation
PO Box 241956
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: (310)264-0826
Fax: (310)264-4766
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Internet: http://www.madisonsfoundation.org
Hide & Seek Foundation for Lysosomal Disease Research
6475 East Pacific Coast Highway Suite 466
Long Beach, CA 90803
Tel: (877)621-1122
Fax: (866)215-8850
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Internet: http://www.hideandseek.org
This is an abstract of a report from the National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. ® (NORD). A copy of the complete report can be obtained for a small fee by visiting the NORD website. The complete report contains additional information including symptoms, causes, affected population, related disorders, standard and investigational treatments (if available), and references from medical literature. For a full-text version of this topic, see http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdblist.html
The information provided in this report is not intended for diagnostic purposes. It is provided for informational purposes only. NORD recommends that affected individuals seek the advice or counsel of their own personal physicians.
It is possible that the title of this topic is not the name you selected. Please check the Synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and Disorder Subdivision(s) covered by this report
This disease entry is based upon medical information available through the date at the end of the topic. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the Resources section for the most current information about this disorder.
For additional information and assistance about rare disorders, please contact the National Organization for Rare Disorders at P.O. Box 1968, Danbury, CT 06813-1968; phone (203) 744-0100; web site www.rarediseases.org or email email@example.com
Last Updated: 3/31/2008
Copyright 1986, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1995, 2003, 2005 National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information.


text:
Greta Van Susteren, Lifesaver
Well here's a sort of amazing story—-Fox News' Greta Van Susteren recently saved the life of Wonkette founding editor Ana Marie Cox on a train!
Apparently the lovely Ana Marie was enjoying a nice lentil salad on a New York to Washington D.C. Amtrak train when suddenly she felt her throat begin to tighten in an "indescribably terrifying" way. That's when Greta, who was sitting nearby with her husband, the recently thrown under the bus by Sarah Palin John Coale, noticed the flame-haired blogger in distress and sprang into action.
"She was like 'I think I know what is happening to you. Don't worry about it. We're going to get you a Benadryl,' " Cox remembered a calming Van Susteren saying. A food allergy sufferer herself, Greta was ready with a backup plan: She carries an EpiPen epinephrine shot for her own emergencies. "If she hadn't been there, I don't know what would have happened. It would have been a thousand times worse," says Cox.
Well lookie there! A Fox News personality coming to the rescue of an evil liberal blogger person! (He wipes away a tear) Isn't that a touching little yarn? And why does it not come as a surprise that Greta carries an EpiPen?
We emailed Ana Marie earlier to request a comment on this, hoping for some sort of tie-in to her well-documented love for ass-fucking like, "Thanks to Greta, I live to be sodomized another day!" but we didn't hear back from her. Oh well.
Be careful out there Ana Marie. Don't fuck around with this and go see a damn doctor! And watch out for those dang Amtrak lentil salads!
Greta Van Susteren Saves Ana Marie Cox's Life [US News Washington Whispers]


text:
EHR Vendor MU Upgrades, Care Coordination Teams, EHR Potential, and EHR Pitfalls
John Lynn is the Founder of the HealthcareScene.com blog network which currently consists of 10 blogs containing over 8000 articles with John having written over 4000 of the articles himself. These EMR and Healthcare IT related articles have been viewed over 16 million times. John also manages Healthcare IT Central and Healthcare IT Today, the leading career Health IT job board and blog. John is co-founder of InfluentialNetworks.com and Physia.com. John is highly involved in social media, and in addition to his blogs can also be found on Twitter: @techguy and @ehrandhit and LinkedIn.
Welcome to the weekend round up of various EMR, EHR and Health IT tweets. One thing that's been really interesting is seeing the excitement of people leading up to HIMSS. It's amazing how much better a conference becomes with this lead up. The connections that are made before the conference set it up for a much better experience. I honestly can't wait to attend HIMSS and be with so many interesting people.
Now, on to some interesting tweets that I found from around the twittersphere:
REC data shows docs waiting for vendor EHR upgrades | Government Health IT | via @drwareinc bit.ly/wgLBhx
— Linda Lia (@EMRAnswers) February 12, 2012
I found this tweet quite interesting until I read the article that it links to. The title says something about docs waiting for vendor EHR upgrades and then the article mentions almost nothing about EHR upgrades and doctors waiting for it. Is there really that much of delay in getting the latest EHR software? Ok, maybe I can believe it in Hospitals (I'd like to know from that perspective too), but I can't imagine someone that's paid for an upgrade is still waiting for that EHR upgrade to meet MU.
I do believe many dragged their feet and are just now planning for an upgrade. A large number of older EHR installs never did regular updates to their EHR software (Big Mistake) and so upgrading so many versions at once is a bit daunting and so it wouldn't surprise me if many clinics are reticent to go through that process. Although, that doesn't mean they're waiting for EHR upgrades. It means they're waiting to go through their own process.
The article does have an interesting stat that EHR Vendor Selection was the biggest reported barrier with 34% percent claiming that barrier. I guess more clinics need to read this EMR Selection e-Book.
The article also points out an interesting benefit to RECs: survey organizations.
#HIMSS12 My Talk: "How to create a care coordination team using spare parts" = EMR + Checklists + Low Cost Team bit.ly/xEmV21 #hcit
— Lyle Berkowitz (@DrLyleMD) February 6, 2012
I love the simple formula. I think we often try to make things harder than they need to be.
Data sharing – #ImmunizationsTypical EHR System 'Falling Short Of Its Potential,' Say Researchers shar.es/fR5ZE #MU #queryhealth
— Kim Nolen (@kim_nolen) February 13, 2012
This is just one example of potential EHR benefits. There are a lot more that I think we'll start seeing now that we're getting wider EHR adoption.
Watch out for these #EHR and #EMR pitfalls! It's often humans, not technology, to blame: bit.ly/AscI2R(via @HITExchangeMag)
— HP Healthcare (@HPHealthcare) February 9, 2012
Ahh…but it's so much easier to blame technology since it doesn't talk back.


text:
The condition in which you totally forget that you can Google anything you want to know, and you actually e-mail/IM/call a friend to ask for the information you want.
Wow, not only am I completely out of it, I've also got end-stage Googleheimer's. I actually forwarded yesterday's Googleheimer's definition (a BIG thumbs up) to my friends and asked if btw anyone knew what the "420 community" is. Did I ever feel foolish when they replied. I could have saved myself a lot of embarrassment if I'd just remembered to Google '420'.
by brainyuck April 21, 2011
buy the domain for your pet blog


text:
Upcoming Events & Classes
- Business Start-up:
Dates: TBD
This class will be held on the Clarkson campus in BH Snell Hall room 212, there is no fee to attend, however registration is required. This class will focus on skills, information, and resources needed to start your company and will be taught by the Small Business Development Center at SUNY Canton. This workshop will be a great precursor to the My Small Business 101 series as well!
- My Small Business 101:
Dates: TBD
This class will be held on the Clarkson hill campus, registration is required. The goal of MSB101 is to provide small business owners with knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied to their businesses, as well as to help them define long-term goals and focus on growth in key areas.
- Global Entrepreneurship Week @ CU
Dates: November 13-17, 2017
This year the Reh Center is sponsoring a week of events on November 13-17 coinciding with Global Entrepreneurship Week, where 40,000+ activities will take place in 123 countries around the world. Details are still being arranged and will be available soon - events will be open to the community, faculty, staff, and students.
- Young Entrepreneur Competition:
Date: February 24, 2017
Aspiring Young Entrepreneurs and Young Innovators will submit an application which includes their completed business plan, a 90 second or less video that answers the question "Who am I, outside of my business?", and a brief description of their business. The staff of the Reh and Shipley Centers and/or faculty will review entrants with expertise related to the specific technology. This competition is a great opportunity and possesses the chance to receive help with tuition. Applications are due January 13th. For more information or to apply please click this link: competition.
For more information or to sign up for any of these classes please email: firstname.lastname@example.com.