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A key reform for the new California Legislature is protecting school children from predatory teachers. In the past year, several scandals brought forth the need for reform. The worst involved Mark Berndt, who was arrested in January and accused of 23 "lewd acts on a child." Now in police custody, he taught third grade at Miramonte Elementary School in the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Numerous civil lawsuits have been launched accusing the LAUSD of negligence, the latest this month by attorneys John Manly and Martha Escutia, representing 26 alleged victims. In the Los Angeles Daily News summary of Mr. Manly's words, "The purpose of the trials is to hold school officials accountable and expose the system's failings so such abuse will not occur again."
Firing abusive teachers
Many of these alleged crimes might have been prevented if it were easier to fire abusive teachers. Earlier this year, the Legislature failed to pass a good reform bill that we supported, SB1530, by state Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Los Angeles. It would have streamlined the process for reviewing teachers accused of sex, drugs or violent crimes against students.
The bill passed overwhelmingly in the Senate, 33-4. But it didn't get out of the Assembly Education committee, where "just one Democrat, Julia Brownley, voted for it, along with four Republicans," wrote columnist Dan Walters. "Two Democrats, Tom Ammiano of San Francisco and Joan Buchanan of Alamo, voted against it, while four other Democrats refused to vote," effectively killing SB1530.
The obstructionist Democrats were acting at the behest of the powerful California Teachers Association and the California Federation of Teachers. Warren Fletcher, president of the CFT-affiliated United Teachers of Los Angeles, charged that the bill "solves nothing, places teachers at unfair risk and diverts attention from the real accountability issues at LAUSD."
A spreading problem
Sen. Padilla now has introduced a new bill, SB10, which mirrors SB1350. "As time goes on, people have become more aware of these issues," he told us. What seemed at first to be a crisis mainly involving the LAUSD since has widened "district by district and county by county."
For example, in July the Register reported that music teacher Judy Lee was "in custody after a deputy reported seeing her kissing an underage former student inside a parked car." She taught music at Magnolia High School in Anaheim.
Mr. Padilla also pointed to a November report by the California State Auditor that found large problems in dealing with abusive teachers. In the report's words, in particular it criticized "the length of time and the expense of the process for dismissing the (LAUSD's) certificated employees suspected of child abuse."
Unfounded union accusations
Mr. Padilla said accusations by the unions that his reform would short-circuit due process for teachers are unfounded. SB10 "maintains due process, but is accelerated" to protect the children, he said. He said the current process involves fellow teachers getting involved in the dismissal process, which makes sense if a teacher is accused of incompetence on the job. For example, a fellow math teacher would be useful in determining if an accused teacher can't teach math. "But in cases of sex, drugs and violence against children, we don't need another teacher to be in on it," he said.
Given the supermajorities Democrats now enjoy in both houses of the Legislature, this is a chance for moderate Democrats to step forward and show they are on the side of the children. "Despite the result of SB1350, I'm optimistic for SB10," Sen. Padilla said. We encourage the Legislature to pass SB10. Do it for the children.


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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) Akeem Hunt turned a short pass into a 63-yard touchdown, and Purdue took another step toward a second consecutive bowl berth with a 20-17 victory at Illinois on Saturday.
Hunt's big play gave the Boilermakers (5-6, 2-5 Big Ten) a 13-3 lead in the third quarter. After Illinois pulled within 13-10 on a 16-yard touchdown run by Dami Ayoola, Ralph Bolden's 63-yard run set up Akeem Shavers' 6-yard TD scamper for a 20-10 Purdue lead.
With their first back-to-back Big Ten road wins since 2009, the Boilermakers stayed alive in its chase for postseason play. If Purdue can beat Indiana at home next Saturday to earn bowl eligibility, it will be its first three-game winning streak in one season since 2007.
Illinois (2-9, 0-7) remained the only team in the Big Ten without a conference win. The Illini have a 13-game conference losing streak.

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S.1956 - European Union Emissions Trading Scheme Prohibition Act of 2011112th Congress (2011-2012)
|Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 12/07/2011)
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- 1. S.Amdt.2860 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide for the reassessment by the Secretary of Transportation of a determination that it is in the public interest to prohibit operators of civil aircraft of the United States from participating in the European Union's emissions trading scheme. Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Submitted 09/22/2012) (Proposed 09/22/2012) Latest Action: 09/22/12 Amendment SA 2860 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
- 2. S.Amdt.2859 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To prohibit the use of taxpayer dollars to pay taxes and penalties imposed on United States air carriers pursuant to the European Union emissions trading scheme. Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Submitted 09/22/2012) (Proposed 09/22/2012) Latest Action: 09/22/12 Amendment SA 2859 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)


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Ira William "Jim" Gage Jr., age 77, of Cookeville, Tennessee passed away Friday, February 15, 2013. He was born October 29, 1935 in Leola, Arkansas. Ira was preceded in death by his father, Ira Gage; sisters, Eula Ennis and Opal Buzan and brother, Bill Gage.
Survivors, mother, Lenora Butler of Malvern; wife, Anna Faye Farley; children, Sharon Schwartz (David) of Sahuarita, Arizona, James Gage (Jeanne) of Boerne, Texas, Steven Gage of Green Valley, Arizona; step-children, Sherrie Evans (David) of Cortland, Ohio and Lori Farley of Cookeville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Rochelle, Jarrad, Matthew, Keshia, Wesley, James, Sara, Alysha, Joel and Joshua; great-grandchildren, Ian and Tiana; brothers, Charles Gage (Francis), Joe Gage (Mary), Don Gage (Donna), Bruce Gage (Cindy); sisters, Doris Maupin (Vernon), Kay Richey and Ruby Stewart; nephew, Rodney Ennis (Mary) and many treasured friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday, February 20, from 6-8pm Regency Funeral Home in Malvern.
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Thanks to a combination of generously sized room layouts, elaborate decorative elements and large windows, buildings designed in the Gründerzeit style have been in high demand since its beginnings in the 19th century. The distinctive genre remains just as appealing to homebuyers to this day.
A love of detail, nature and art
The Gründerzeit architectural style is rooted in mid-19th century Germany and Austria, the age of industry and the resulting economic boom that occurred across Europe. During this time, the middle class rapidly gained influence and founded many of the large and venerable companies that still operate to this day. 'Railroad barons', with their new means of transport, made industrialisation on this scale possible. Development was also highly influenced by players such as Krupp in the industrial sector and Baron Rothschild in the banking sector.
However, as well as newly distributed wealth, industrialisation brought with it a grey and drab urban aesthetic and many an eye sore on the cityscape. This is where Gründerzeit offered a refreshing solution.
The architecture of this period is a feast for the eyes. It's characterised by a desire for natural beauty and the comfort of natural materials in an urban setting. The richly decorated sandstone façades emanate a sense of luxury and exclusivity. This material is durable but easily processed – essential qualities for such impressive exterior decoration.
The intricate working of natural materials was an expression of an appreciation for craftsmanship. Many Gründerzeit buildings contain grand curved staircases and impressive elevator systems made from the revolutionary materials of the time: steel, iron and glass. Balcony parapets, imposing windows and other striking architectural features bestow the buildings with an aura of grandeur.
A passion for detail is also apparent in the living quarters, which exude sophistication and luxury. One need only think of high-gloss parquet, stucco with flowing lines and flower designs on high ceilings, generous suites and stained glass windows. But while all Gründerzeit buildings share certain characteristics, they are also each unique.
From Art Nouveau to Palazzo Risorgimentale – Gründerzeit architecture in a European context
Gründerzeit architecture became popular throughout Europe. Due to a parallel development of similar styles in neighbouring countries, we can still admire the works of Victor Horta in Brussels or the Gothic-influenced buildings of Antonio Gaudi that characterise the cityscape of Barcelona. The Catalan architect and artist created buildings whose flowing sculptural forms along the windows and balconies are reminiscent of living organisms.
Paris, too, is overflowing with Gründerzeit, or Art Nouveau, architecture. Apart from the many buildings, a prime example of this style is found in the entranceways to the metro in the French capital, designed by Hector Guimard. But Gründerzeit also left its mark in regions where you would least expect it. Villa Igiea in Palermo, Sicily, is an outstanding example of a Palazzo Risorgimentale, the Italian version of Gründerzeit style.
Leipzig in Germany not only has an abundance of well-preserved Art Nouveau buildings, it also has the largest district of contiguous Gründerzeit style buildings in all of Germany – the Waldstrasse quarter. The combination of representative front buildings and smaller rear buildings or servant's quarters has social roots: the intention being to ensure social intermingling. The lower levels of the front buildings contained shops and shopkeeper apartments, while the upper levels were reserved for employees and artisans. The rear buildings, meanwhile, served as accommodation for labourers.
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There is a vinyl thread...so why not a cassettes thread? Maybe it's just because I have an older sister who was a true 90s teen and who passed down her awesome tapez and tapes. They sound classic, crispy, and they are incredibly nostalgic given the time period of the music on them. Thoughts.
One of my roommates goes to school for Recording Arts and he said that cassettes are one of the greatest ways to hear music sometimes. Depending on what you're listening to of course. But their sound is very unique. When I was 5 or 6 I had a cassette with songs remixed by Mickey Mouse and his pals, and I used to force my mom to put it on every time I got in the car.
i love cassettes i got a bunch cuz my car had a player and i got a tattoo of one
I used to have Disney mixes too. I'm glad you made this thread, paddy, it makes me happy. I bought some Rush cassettes at Goodwill the other day for a dollar each, I haven't listened to them yet but can't wait. My record player is so badass (and from Goodwill too) that it plays tapes too.
I have hundreds of cassettes. I am pre-cd. I did so much mixing and recording, I got really good at it (I was a dj, like on the radio, did a freeform show). Cassettes give a more analog feel and can be a richer sound. Vinyl is awesome, cd's are good, but cassettes kick ass.
yes, dude, i knew this was going to be a good one. funny you should say that toasty, i actually was sent to the emergency room after listening to a mickey mouse cassette. a story for another time....
I used to have all my cassettes that I would listen to in the car when I drove with my grandma. I haven't really spent much time exploring them otherwise, but dammit, I intend to. In relation to my tapes, I have one very distinct memory. I was about four or so I think, and it was raining outside and I was sitting in the back seat of my grandma's car and watching the raindrops run down the windows. We were at the corner store by my house, and she ran in to pay for gas. One of my little kid tapes was playing, and the song went something like "You're a VIP... something something something.... you're a very important person to me" or something like that.
the BEST kid albums are on tapes. one of my favorite things to do is go cassette hunting in thrift stores and such....much cheaper than vinyl hunting, and ive found some sweet tapes! my collection includes nirvana, TMBG, dinosaur jr., pearl jam, violent femmes, and a ton more. unfortunately, violent femmes and Flood (tmbg) are broken due to excessive use!!! edit: almost forgot the crown jewel....Rastaman Vibration from the 1970s !!!
Y'know, Mr/Mrs paddywagon, I was just in Portland, before you signed on here. We could have met. I tried to meet Teetles (Toast to you) but I was too lame and she was all like, "cha! yeaaaaaaaaaaaright"
its mr. paddywagon. check the profile. and i have already had the glorious pleasure of meeting toasty at Sasquatch this year!!!!
Well, I thought it was Mister but didn't want to be a dolt nor did I feel like going back and checking so I hedged my bets. My favorite tapes are ones that my pen pals, all in their 20's and 30's, made for me when I was 16 and wanted/needed to be introduced to all sorts of music. That's how we did it, pen pals and such, back in the day. And now, 25 years later, those tapes STILL play and still are great! It was so much fun getting the right segues, something at least i can't do with mixed cds. I have one tape from an ex where the segues just make me squeal and sigh. too bad he's kinda gross. Squeal, sigh, eww.
[quote="paddymoran"] funny you should say that toasty, i actually was sent to the emergency room after listening to a mickey mouse cassette. a story for another time....[/quote] UHMMM? LOL? When I was in Seattle for ODDSAC we went to this comic shop, and in the back they had "THE INNER SANCTUM" which was just a stuffy room crammed with antique looking comics and collectors items, as well as a HUGE wall lined with cassettes from tons of different artists. They even had my favourite Aerosmith album "Get a Grip" and I screamed a little bit. THE WEST COAST IS THE BEST! everyone come over here so we can swim in the ocean and be merry together.
I'll be there, first week of July.
SHIIIIT I hope I'm here! I usually go home for Canada day! but we will see!
You guys need to go souther so we can hang out.
you guys have no idea how great the East coast is, when it isn't covered in oil. Everyone should come to the East coast where me and WINI are at!
I will wait until the oil troubles are mostly over, maybe. Then I will come.
if you come to New England we are free of oil troubles, and awesome.
[quote="terrortoast"] UHMMM? LOL? [/quote] hah. i was dancing on a picnic table with my broham to a mickey mouse rap tape...next thing i knew i fell off and slammed my head against the closet door. there was a nail sticking out and it gave me a nasty cut on my forehead that bled profusely. emergency room, stitches, scar. tada!
[quote="we tigers"]Everyone should come to the East coast where me and WINI are at![/quote] And me!!!!!!!!!!!!!one
How come I didn't know you were on the east Coast?!?!?!
Ehhhhhh I dunno! I live pretty close to Wini, where are you?
I live in Maine so...not so very close...but still!
Still! Haha. I used to go to Maine a lot and visit my aunt and uncle who spend a lot of time up there in like a lake cabin. My memories of it include misquitoes, and summer weather that is like the early march weather down here.
haha! Sounds fitting! I love Maine's weather. I feel like everywhere else i go in the states the weather is wrong.!!
I feel like the weather is wrong here, haha. I feel like I would like it better in the north, maybe not as far north as Maine but my cousins live in Boston and I really like it there
we haven't had a spring in washington. its been either hot and sunny or rainy and shitty. no halfway lovely days !
Yeah, Tiggles, remember I met Deadfly and Tabelz at the ODDSAC show in Atlanta. And when they get their licenses they're coming here for a party and swimming.
[quote="winilula"]And when they get their licenses they're coming here for a party and swimming.[/quote] Yeh heh!!!1!!!1!
It is sad to see that tapes are out of style. I am still living in a cassette age, And age that has not progressed much. I like it that way. I hate the rush of technological boom.
Feb 2011 i bought Akorn/Fambly s/t II on tape! my first tape since.... REM new adventures in hifi in 96? (i was DAMN late to the CD game!) and a few weeks back i got REM Green on tape so now i have REM #5 (document), 6 (green), 7 (out of time), 8 (automatik), 9 (monster), X (nu adventures / high fidelity) all on tape! first EP and first 2 albums on vine hell! reveal and monster on CD for some reason? but i mainly think of REM on tape! radiohead the bends on tape SOUL COUGHING RUBY VROOM! that's a biggie too! the akorn one is an edition of... 500? or maybe 300.... i can't remember but it was fun getting it for only 8 bucks and free download (so many cassette & vinyl now give you that free download option) TAPES & TAPES!
My dad has a bunch of cassettes he got during the 80s - early 90s. Most of them are heavy metal and hair metal. So So I obviously don't listen to them. I forgot where he puts them now. But he hasn't used them since CDs started getting popular. )
ha, I didn't know this thread existed! I love tapes. The thing I look for most in a car is if it has a tape player, airbags is second priority followed by engine, seatbelt etc. Anyway. I drove to Iowa and the whole time listened to Steven King tapes. It was rather hit and miss as some tapes had good sound quality and some had really shitty sound quality. Sometimes I miss the age of information wound around a rod protected by plastic. CD scratches really mess it up. The music and movie industry probably switched for cost effectiveness sake or somat.
tapes and tapas! i've got a whole bunch more tapes now! experimental bands / synth poppish stuff / it's FUN! and the first 3 MWH albums on tape! cashet!


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Spirit 18U advance to second round of League Tourney with win over NLS
The Broken Bow Spirit 18U team advanced to the second round of the League Tournament Thursday night with a 14-4 victory over North Loup-Scotia.Lizzie Griffith got Broken Bow on the board first getting a ball in play that scored Tressa Ripp on her groundout to first base in the top of the 1st. The Spirit broke the game open in the top of the 2nd with a seven-run inning that included RBIs from Morgan Hueftle, Sami Gaston, Hannah Evans and Katie Kirkpatrick. They would stretch their lead to 13-1 before the 4th inning and the game would end in 5 innings.Evans picked up the win on the mound.They will take on their in-town counterparts, the Spirit 16U team in the 2nd round of the tournament. The loser will get a chance to fight their way through the consolation bracket. The 16U team topped the 18U 8-7 in their previous matchup.


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Spring is the season for edible greens like collards, Swiss chard, bok choy, spinach, arugula, mustard greens and many more.
Spring is the season for edible greens like collards, Swiss chard, bok choy, spinach, arugula, mustard greens and many more.
Spring greens are a nutritional gift of nature that provide multiple health benefits. Health experts agree that greens are a gold mine of nutrients, including vitamins A and K, folic acid, magnesium, antioxidants and phytonutrients that may provide protection against cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis and also promote vision health.
When selecting greens, look for brightly colored, crisp leaves. Yellow leaves may indicate aging leaves with an unpleasant flavor. For convenience, grab a bag of pre-washed, pre-cut greens.
Discover how easy it is to create great-tasting and healthful meals with spring greens.
Start with a base of mixed greens, add some grilled chicken or fish, a handful of nuts, more brightly colored vegetables and some berries to top your salad for a complete meal. Drizzle with your own homemade lemon-basil or red wine-oregano vinaigrette for just the right touch.
Here is an easy way to prepare your favorite spring greens with a delicious homemade vinaigrette.
How to make your own vinaigrette:
• Vinaigrettes are a combination of oil and an acidic liquid, such as vinegar, citrus juice or wine, with herbs and spices for flavor.
• Often they include an emulsifier (an ingredient that combines substances that normally do not mix) such as mustard, to help prevent the oil and acid from separating.
• The traditional ratio is 3 to 4 parts oil to 1 part vinegar – for example: 3/4 cup oil and 1/4 cup vinegar or citrus juice – which makes the mixture very high in calories from the oil.
• In this recipe, we increased the amount of acidic liquid and also diluted it with a few tablespoons of water to offset some of the calories from the oil. We also want it to have enough body (viscosity or thickness) so it is not too watery. The touch of honey or clear agave nectar also produces a little thicker consistency to help the dressing cling to the salad.
• Use extra virgin olive oil (purest and most intensely flavored), assorted vinegars (balsamic, red wine, rice wine), citrus juice (fresh-squeezed lemon, lime or orange juice) or wine (our Certified Wine Specialist recommends an unoaked Chardonnay, a red pinot grigio or a viognier).
• Try different herb and spice blends for a variety of delicious flavors: Italian seasoning, lemon pepper, various Mrs. Dash blends or other herbs and spices of your choice.
• Recommended ratio – you need about one tablespoon vinaigrette for 2 cups salad greens. Remember to add the vinaigrette gradually, toss and taste. You can always add more dressing if you like.
Make-Your-Own Vinaigrette
All you need:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1/2 cup acidic liquid (vinegar, citrus juice or wine)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon minced shallot or onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon honey or clear agave nectar, optional
2 teaspoons dried herbs
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
All you do:
Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined.
• Add 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard as an emulsifier if desired.
• Try assorted herbs and spices for a variety of tasty flavors. Some delicious ideas include oregano, rosemary, parsley, Italian blends, lemon pepper, etc.
• Store in refrigerator for up to three days.
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How Calling for Help Is Going Digital
Sometimes a call for help isn't as successful as a text for help—at least, that's the thinking from some organizations that run hotlines that aim to serve people in distress. WSJ's Angela Chen and National Dating Abuse Helpline counselor Whitney Laas discuss. Photo: Brian Harkin for The Wall Street Journal.
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Do you think my experience/credentials might help me as an 'ambulance chaser' or someone that might defend against 'ambulance chasing' claims?
As other posters suggested a 170-175 is not easy, and places you in the top 5% of college graduates that were motivated enough to go to law school, study for the LSAT, and had the fortitude to actually take the LSAT. There is a 95% chance you will not score that high. I imagine with your background you can score sufficiently high enough to attend an ABA school, and there is a 5% chance you will score a 170-175. With that said, I think your best bet is to study for the LSAT and take the test. If you enjoy studying for the LSAT you will probably enjoy law school, and if you get a great score awesome the world is your oyster. If you hate studying for the LSAT and get a terrible score then law school was not for you. I know many people in your situation with an active career, which is where I was when I applied start thinking of the countless possibilities that could happen and put the carriage in front of the horse. For now give up a few weeks to study for the LSAT and one or two hundred dollars for the test fee. If the score and studying goes well then really consider the pros and cons of law school. If the score and studying goes poorly then law school is not in the cards, and no need to stress about it. Good luck.
Intro170-175 LSAT is not easy. Seriously. I'll assume in the below that you get there, but understand that even assuming you are actually capable (not being mean, just realistic), it will still take a ton of work and effort to get there. Way more than you will ever expect. So, if you really think you can make it there, prepare to practice the LSAT BIG time - like part-time job (if not full time job) worth of preparation.
I'm a hospital pharmacist without any overt gripes about my profession or job currently. On the other hand, I cannot see myself doing this forever. I do enjoy the field of medicine and I would like to know what my prospects and options are regarding law school and a career as an attorney.My GPA in school was a 3.1, but I believe with good preparation I can score well on the LSAT. With what I've got and a best-case-scenario LSAT score of 170-175, what would my options be?As far as what I should look into to further evaluate whether or not I should take the plunge, what niche might my credentials and experience be suited for? I've considered IP law but my real interest would lie more around litigation and regulation in the field of medicine. Legal counsel for a hospital or a pharmaceutical company maybe? Or simply working as a medical specialist in big/mid law? I've read in other discussions that there is no benefit to having any credentials; that experts fill that role, but I feel as if my own understanding of medical sciences may help with evaluating and analyzing research materials.Thanks in advance for your help


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Amy Chisholm would recommend parents learn more about Onslow County Schools' technology towers.
Amy Chisholm would recommend parents learn more about Onslow County Schools' technology towers.
Her daughter, Rebecca, is a junior at Northside High School who has been studying engineering for three years. While Rebecca doesn�t plan to study it after high school, her mom said that the programs are a benefit to students.
�I think it�s a great opportunity that Onslow County is giving these kids with an actual trade whether it�s automotive or construction,� she said.
Chisolm was in a group of parents and area officials touring the advanced construction, advanced automotive/transportation and advanced applied technologies towers at Jacksonville, Southwest and Northside high schools Wednesday morning. City and county officials toured the programs on Monday and Tuesday.
�I think trade classes are kind of stereotyped. I think some people would broaden their views on what�s being taught,� she said. �They�re not just learning the trade, they�re incorporating all their classes,�
The technology towers are stepping stones to a county career center, according to John Shannon, director of Career and Technical Education for Onslow County Schools. The center has been discussed for several years; however, funding and available property for the estimated $9 million project have been hurdles yet to be passed.
Each tower contains several courses dedicated to teaching students about a specific trade. For example, students in the advanced construction tower at JHS learn carpentry, electrical trades, drafting and blue print reading while students studying automotive technology at Southwest learn automotive electronics, how to work on brakes, fuel lines and more.
Students are able to apply to attend classes within the tower and, once accepted, enroll at that tower's school. Students need to provide their own transportation. Applications are available at their school�s guidance office or Onslow County Schools student services.
One of the stops on the tour was the advanced automotive shop at Southwest, where Grant Raynor, 17, a senior at the school, is currently refurbishing his father�s 1977 Jeep as his senior project within the automotive tower.
The car has not run since 1996, he said, but he hopes to have it running by the end of the semester.
Grant said he has been taking automotive classes since his freshman year and plans to go to a technological college after graduation.
His teacher, Glenn Arnette, said that upon finishing the advanced automotive courses, students are qualified to work at a dealership in an entry level position.
At Jacksonville High School, the advanced construction students are taking what they�ve learned and are constructing a building, which will then have plumbing and power.
James Zirnheld, who teaches several classes within the tower including electrical trades, said they have an added benefit: Even if the students decide not to pursue the trade, their skills will allow them to save money over the years by fixing things themselves.
JHS Principal Donna Lynch said that the programs benefit students interested in going into a trade and students looking to advance their education after high school.
�As far as keeping them in school, keeping them interested, I think it works,� she said.
Area businesses interested in partnering with the schools for the programs can call 910-455-2211 to speak to John Shannon and the Career Technical Education staff.
Amanda Hickey is the government reporter at The Daily News. She can be reached at email@example.com.


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Katy is an orphan since she was about she can remember....
How I met you *Harry Styles Fanfic*
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Join us tonight @7pm for our mini-meetup!
Bozeman Makers Mini Meet (7th Ave Tarantino's)
When: Thursday, March 28th, 2012 7:00 PM
Where: Tarantino's Pizzeria 806 N. 7th, Bozeman, MT Bozeman, MT 59715
Please take a moment to RSVP. For more details, see the full listing: http://meetup.bozemanmakers.com/events/110619772/
It's the time to share a pint and a slice while discussing projects, ideas and anything DIY/Maker related. Everyone is welcome and invited, so don 't be shy.
Come meet some of our faithful members Thursday at Tarantino's on 7th for our biweekly Mini-meetup. If you have a project you are working on and would like a little show and tell time Thursday is that time. We encourage everyone who is interested in our organization to come and get to know us and see what this whole maker thing is about.


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In 2012, The Chargers Champions, a program of the San Diego Chargers, awarded MBHS a $75,000 grant to improve facilities and provide equipment for the MBHS weight room.
The MBHS Alumni Association funded the fans and murals, and the Friends of PB Secondary Schools funded up-grades to the flooring. The room features individual weight stations, a Pilates area, medicine balls and flat-screen televisions.
"The Chargers made it possible to transform our weight room into a place that benefits all of our students and has become a source of pride for our school community," said Jorge Palacios, MBHS athletic director. "What was once an outdated, unused area has been turned into one of the centerpieces of our school and a resource our students use to develop a passion for lifelong fitness. I'd like to thank the Chargers and the Spanos family for their support of Mission Bay High School."


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McGruder's 30 lead K-State past Southern Miss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Frank Martin watched freshman point guard Angel Rodriguez flub his way through the first half against Southern Miss on Thursday and tried to keep his sanity.
At one point the always animated Martin feared Rodriguez and his fellow freshmen were "going to make me cry on national TV."
Tears of joy, maybe.
Rodriguez overcame his early jitters to score seven of his 13 points in the final 2:10 as the eighth-seeded Wildcats surged past the ninth-seeded Golden Eagles 70-64 and into the third round of the NCAA tournament.
Martin called it no coincidence that Rodriguez — who airballed a couple of shots early and gave it away three times — was the player with the ball in his hands and the season on the line.
"It's not like I trust him with 10 minutes to go and not trust him with two minutes to go," Martin said. "I've got tremendous faith in him. That's why you saw him out there making the plays he made towards the end of the game."
Southern Miss, making its first NCAA appearance in 21 years, pulled within 62-59 on a steal and dunk by Darnell Dodson with 2:34 to play.
No biggie. Rodriguez, handed the starting job in January after the Wildcats got off to a slow start in Big 12 play, calmly dribbled on the wing after a timeout then slipped past two defenders before hitting a nifty reverse lay-up.
Kansas State's defense tightened up, and Rodriguez nailed five free throws over the final 57 seconds to send the Wildcats into a third-round game Saturday against the winner of the Syracuse-UNC-Asheville matchup.
"We were fortunate to take the punch and stop the bleeding by making another run," Rodriguez said
Rodney McGruder led Kansas State (22-10) with 30 points — including 18 in the first half when the Wildcats could muster little else — and center Jordan Henriquez added 15 points, nine rebounds and six blocks for Kansas State, which won its opening NCAA game for the third straight year.
"We've elevated our program to one of the better programs in the country," Martin said. "We have been in this thing consistently. I don't know how many people can claim they've been in it four out of five years."
Certainly not Southern Miss (25-9), making its third tournament appearance since the program moved to Division I in 1972-73.
The Golden Eagles overcame some early jitters to build a five-point lead midway through the second half but couldn't win in coach Larry Eustachy's return to the game's biggest stage.
"We just didn't make the plays," Eustachy said. "We didn't execute the things we needed to do, particularly in critical situations."
Neil Watson led the Golden Eagles with 16 points, and LaShay Page had 15. Kentucky transfer Darnell Dodson scored all 14 of his points in the second half, but Southern Miss fell to 0-3 in NCAA play by wilting during a critical stretch midway through the second half.
The Golden Eagles had all the momentum after a Dodson 3-pointer gave them a 45-40 lead.
Kansas State responded with a 18-6 run led by McGruder and Henriquez, who combined for 13 points during the burst, including a 3-pointer by McGruder that hit every inch of the rim before rolling in.
Southern Miss made one last run but couldn't extend Eustachy's revival act through the weekend.
The former Iowa State coach led the Cyclones to a pair of Big 12 titles over a decade ago before his stunning downfall. He resigned in 2003 shortly after photos of him partying with students surfaced.
Eustachy went to rehabilitation to treat alcoholism and found a job at Southern Miss in 2004, where he's slowly built the program into a Conference USA contender by providing a home for cast-offs from other programs and junior college transfers.
The Golden Eagles repaid Eustachy's patience by leading the program to the tournament for the first time since Brett Favre was still in school, but Southern Miss had trouble all game overcoming the bigger, tougher Wildcats.
No Wildcat was bigger or tougher than Henriquez. The 6-foot-11 center dominated the lane, swatting six shots and altering a handful of others.
He wasn't too bad on the other end of the floor either. Henriquez — a 52 percent free-throw shooter — made 9-of-10 at the line to give McGruder some help after a first half in which McGruder singlehandedly kept Kansas State in front.
It's the way Martin expected Henriquez to play all season. There were flashes of brilliance last fall before Henriquez got "a little full of himself" according to his coach. Though never technically in the doghouse, Henriquez slumped during most of the Big 12 season before finding his footing in the last two weeks.
Brimming with confidence, Henriquez provided a presence in the middle that let the guys in front of him play aggressively knowing he would erase mistakes. His long arms made every Southern Miss foray into the lane a difficult task and he wasn't too bad at the other end of the floor either.
A 52 percent free-throw shooter on the season, Henriquez made 9-of-10 at the line to help send the Wildcats rolling into the third round.
"We have to do what I told the team," Martin said. "We got to be on a bunch of one-game winning streaks. That's all we got to do."


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Intelligent virtual agents (IVAs) are interactive characters that exhibit human-like qualities and communicate with humans or with each other using natural human modalities such as facial expressions, speech and gesture. They are capable of real-time perception, cognition and action that allows them to participate in dynamic social environments.
IVA 2013 is an interdisciplinary annual conference and the main leading scientific forum for presenting research on modelling, developing and evaluating intelligent virtual agents with a focus on communicative abilities and social behaviour. In addition to presentations on theoretical issues, the conference encourages the showcasing of working applications. Researchers from the fields of human-human and human-robot interaction are also encouraged to share work with a relevance to intelligent virtual agents. SPECIAL TOPIC: "Virtual Agents and Cognition".
In 2013 the IVA conference will have a special theme on cognitive modelling in Virtual Agents. This topic will touch on many aspects of Intelligent Virtual Agent theory and application. To name a few areas, we will especially encourage submissions that deal with IVAs and models of personality; theory of mind; learning and adaptation; motivation and goal-management; creativity; social and culturally-specific behaviour. Models must be explicitly related to IVAs but need not be implemented as yet. Application areas include social and culture training, heritage, entertainment and persuasive interaction. Issues include how systems relate to the original theory and how they can be evaluated.
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5 Steps to a Successful Social Media Marketing Strategy!
Whether you're doing your own social media marketing or using a professional to do it for you, here is a "must read" article, 5 Steps to a Successful Social Media Marketing Strategy. The key word is "strategy," and the questions are: What is your message? Who is your target audience? What are you trying to accomplish? How will you measure the results (ROI)?


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Should Bloggers Be Afforded The Same Rights Granted To Journalists?
from the lawsuits-galore... dept
We've been seeing a lot of these types of cases lately. It would be good to get some more definitive rulings that establish both the rights of those who blog, as well as those who comment anonymously.


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Now, let's talk fashion! Your sunglasses are the last things you want to sacrifice quality on. They are also such personal fashion statements. This year, many women are choosing aviator sunglasses. They look good on many kinds of face shapes and are chic and casual. Here is Julia Roberts sporting a pair!
You can find a variety of name brand aviators at Overstock.com in the sunglasses area, plus many more styles for a much lower price than you would pay at a retail store.
Womens Shoes are an item where we could be on our last dime before giving up the cute styles that come across the runways each season. Let's take a look! First a ridiculously frivolous but adorable shoe that we all secretly would love to wear on a night out on the town with our special someone!
|Charles David, $180
|'Nine West' Consuela $37.49
Also, if you haven't noticed, Gladiator Sandals have a huge following. Here is a yellow studded gladiator that could turn heads with a price tag to match! These are from Jeffrey Campbell, $104. But here are some adorable studded gladiators found at Overstock.com. Guess how much? Just $27.49! Good for a summer of fun and at those savings, not a big deal if you wear them out by fall!
Our men and children deserve great fashion and quality too! Of course they need our help in that area. Here is a quick example of a practical, no-nonsense ensemble that would be great to outfit our great guys in, all for less than $40.00 So when you order your shoes, you can just throw in this great pair of casual mens jeans and this shirt. Shipping won't be any more because all orders ship for $2.95! (Ex. AL, HI and Int.)
And look what I found for a sweet little girl! A Jo Jo Designs Ladybug Baby Girl Outfit! It's almost half off the price you'd pay at the designer's site! It's $22.49 compared to $41.99--Adorable! Find it in the Children's Clothing Section.
I think I've saved a whole lot of buckaroos on this little shopping adventure and for all of that, a token of gratitude and appreciation is in order! Santa baby, give me a ring! I've been really good and this one is really pretty! (And only $33.24 in the diamond ring section!)
For those friends and loved ones whom we are not fashionably responsible for, but whom we love nonetheless, check out these lovely gift baskets!
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The Scholastic Epicurean is a guest blogger who lives in the Metro Atlanta area. He is a culinary expert with a refined palate and a love for fine food and drink. He has traveled the world and like the Intercontinental Foodie, he is always in search of the perfect meal.
With the bulk of my family living on the west coast, I don't get to see nearly as much of them as I would like to. One of the many things that appealed to me about moving to Atlanta, aside from what seems like boundless opportunity is the fact that my Dad's work occasionally requires him to travel here to visit one of his company's sites. This gives me an opportunity to see him a little more often than what I might normally get to if his work did not take him here. Since Dad was here for one night only, I had to pick a good spot for us to grab a meal and catch up.
Tonight's culinary adventure took us to the Iberian Pig in the Atlanta suburb of Decatur. While I've been around and near that portion of town, I've never actually been in Decatur, so this was an adventure all around! As any good realtor will tell you, it's all about location, location, location. And I believe that the Iberian Pig has a prime one. Located in the heart of Decatur Square, the Iberian Pig is surrounded by other trendy, upscale shops, restaurants, and bars. When approaching the restaurant, you can see people all around, hanging out and having a good time. It certainly bodes well for an evening when the energy all about is fun.
I walked in and greeted my Dad who had arrived ahead of me and was seated in the bar. One of the things I noticed when I entered was a modern, yet warm and homey design. The restaurant was decorated in dark woods, brick behind the bar, with accent colors that reminded me very much of the flag of Spain. The design is very much in keeping with the Mediterranean theme they were trying to convey.
We decided to grab a drink in the bar before heading to our table for dinner. While looking over the menu, I noticed that they had an extensive wine list, with (obviously) very Spanish influences. If you like Spanish wines, this is the place for you!
My dad, normally a big wine drinker, decided to go with the Caipirina which is the national cocktail of Brazil. It's made with Cachaça (Which is a liquor similar to rum, only instead of being made from fermented molasses, it is distilled from fermented sugar cane juice), simple syrup, and limes. My dad having taken several business trips to Sao Paulo over the course of the last few years for work pronounced his beverage nearly as good as what he gets when in Brazil.
While a Caipirina would have been just fine, I was feeling in an adventurous mood, so I let the bartender guide my selection. He suggested that I try the Iberian Old-Fashioned. I looked at the menu and noticed that it had bacon infused rye as an ingredient, how could that possibly go wrong? Let me first start by saying that bacon infused rye is amazing! Whoever decided that this would be a great combination should have a holiday declared in their honor. The combination of the bacon flavored rye, maple syrup, citrus oil, and bitters created a drink that not only had a little bite to it, but was also slightly sweet and smoky flavored. It's one of those drinks that when you have it, you won't soon forget it.
Drinks: A+
After having a drink at the bar, we decided to secure our table in the restaurant. Our server came over and greeted us almost immediately. After making sure that our drinks had been refreshed, she took us through the menu. It became immediately obvious to me that not only was she incredibly passionate about the restaurant and the food that it served, but that she was incredibly knowledgeable. I've been to way too many restaurants where when you ask for a suggestion as to what to order, you get a lukewarm response. This was not the case tonight. As it turns out, before she started working as a server at the restaurant, it was one of her favorite places to have a meal.
Dad and I decided that tapas was going to be the way to go tonight as it would allow us to sample many different menu items and not be married to just one dish. As a starter we decided to go with the charcuterie and queso sample platter. We selected the Caña de Oveja (which is a semi-soft cheese made from sheep's milk that has a consistency of brie on the outside and goat cheese on the inside), the Monte Enbro (another semi-soft cheese made from goat's milk, this cheese had a dusting of ash which added a slightly smoky flavor to the cheese), and a side of Jamón ibérico ham (which tasted very similar to prosciutto). All of the selections were excellent, and when paired with the strawberry-lime and the raspberry-serrano gastrique, it added a sweet flavor that provided just the perfect amount of bite.
Continuing on our culinary adventure we selected the pork cheek tacos. These were made with slow roasted pork cheeks, a fire roasted corn salsa, an avocado crema, arugula and fresh lime. The dish made a nice transition from the meat and cheese course to something a little heartier. The avocado crema provided a nice subtle flavor that cooled the kick from the salsa inside the taco.
We then moved on to the Lamb Ribs. The lamb was slow cooked and glazed in Kalimotxo (which is a drink that consists of equal parts red wine, and cola). When the dish was initially described to me, I was concerned about the inclusion of Coca Cola because I was afraid it would be overpowering to the dish (That and I couldn't actually imagine someone cooking with a Coke). It actually which provided a sweet yet earthy flavor to the ribs. It was subtle, and barely noticeable. The ribs ended up being so tender that you could slide the bone between the tines of a fork and the meat came clean off the bone. It was served over a bed of lemon-herb rice grits, the consistency of which made me think of a good risotto.
The next course was something known as Huevo Con Trufa, or eggs with truffles. This wasn't just eggs with truffles, but was combined with more slow roasted pork cheek. The egg was Sous-vide and still had a runny yoke in the center. When it was broken open, mixed through the truffles and pork, and then served over a rustic Spanish bread, it had the makings of a hearty dish.
The last item that we had for the night was an empanada stuffed with a suckling pig. This is an item that's not normally on their menu, and apparently there was only one of them made for the evening. Our server decided that Dad and I looked like we were having a lot of fun so she offered it up to us. The empanada came out a perfect golden brown and had a nice crunch to it when we cut into it, but was still flaky when eaten. The combination of the melted manchego with a touch of paprika, and the pork worked very well together.
All in all, the food was good, but I can't say that any one of the things we ordered outshined anything else we ordered. I don't know if this is a sign that we ordered well, or we didn't order well. Ultimately though I think this is a sign that we probably could have ordered anything from the menu and had the confidence that it was going to turn out being pretty good (though I'm not sure I can use the word excellent); and I think that anyone who reads this and decides to check it out can order with confidence too.
Tapas: B+
Having spent many years in the hospitality business I'm particularly attuned to great service. I would much rather spend my money in a place that provides excellent service and decent food as opposed to decent service and excellent food. That said, I think the Iberian Pig falls into the former category.
As I mentioned before, our server was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the restaurant. She gave us many good suggestions, taking into account our personal preferences and her own experiences. But nothing that I ate surpassed in my opinion the Iberian Old-Fashioned I had to start off the evening.
At the end of our meal our server even brought my Dad and I a glass of Cava on the house so that we could have a little reminder of the fun evening. I thought it was an excellent touch, and reminded me of my old Marriott days where they instilled in us that details and unexpected treats can go a long way towards building brand loyalty. I can see that philosophy seems to be in force at the Iberian Pig.
While I didn't pick up the check for dinner tonight, looking at the menu, I could tell that the prices were about what I would expect to pay at a similar caliber of restaurant. Specialty cocktails ran about $10 a glass, wine by the glass was roughly the same. The average tapas price was between $8 and $10 as well. Anyone heading in to the Iberian Pig would probably spend about $35-$50 per person without any alcohol included. One or two memorable dishes in addition to the high quality service would totally make that price point worth it.
Service & Value: A+ (Service)/B (Value)
A couple things to note, my dad and I arrived at the restaurant about 6pm, and the place was rather quiet for the first hour or so. Both of us attributed it to it being a Tuesday night maybe people just didn't feel like heading out for dinner. But by the time we left about 9ish, the place was hopping. I imagine that this might have a little bit to do with the fact that the Decatur Square MARTA station is across the courtyard from the restaurant. It's a great spot to have a late happy hour or snag a bite to eat before heading home. If a Tuesday night is any indication of what the rest of their week is like, I would strongly encourage reservations; especially if you were to want to dine on a Friday or Saturday evening, or anytime after about 7pm on the weekdays.
In conjunction with the restaurant filling up, the noise level raised accordingly. This is one of those places that as more people come in, it becomes a little harder to have a conversation. The hard wood floors and open ceilings bounce sound around, so there is a slight din that gradually increases. This is a solid date place, but it may not be such a great idea for dates one or two while you're still getting to know one another! Save it for number three and beyond, and know that they will be sufficiently dazzled by your taste.
I would recommend the Iberian Pig to anyone who has a love of pork, or is just looking for a really chill place to spend an evening enjoying good food, great drinks and great company!
The Iberian Pig:
121 Sycamore Street
Decatur, GA 30030
Reservations: Yes
Credit Cards: Yes
Good for families: No
Full Bar: Yes
Mon-Thurs: 5pm – 10pm
Fri-Sat: 5pm – 11pm
Sun: 5pm – 9pm


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Maybe they were looking for some straw, wood or bricks, or maybe they just saw a chance to get out for a stroll.
Maybe they were looking for some straw, wood or bricks, or maybe they just saw a chance to get out for a stroll.
Either way, three pigs wandered from their owner's Stroud Township property Friday morning and ended up visiting the mechanics at Auto in Motion on North Fifth Street nearby.
"I was walking out to go to the bathroom when I saw a bunch of people surrounding the one pig," Auto in Motion co-owner Jaime Passmore said. "Then I heard one of the mechanics say, 'Whoa, we've got three pigs.' They seemed pretty friendly — if you can call a pig friendly."
Well, maybe except for the one pig who bit at a man's foot when he tried to herd it back toward its fellows, Passmore said.
Otherwise, the four-legged visitors seemed at ease as they sniffed through a flower bed, since the biggest threat was merely people with cameras, as opposed to a big bad wolf.
No need to call the police; a short time later, neighbors said the pigs had made it back safely to their owner, according to Passmore.


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SAN FRANCISCO, April 26 (UPI) -- A deadly fungal infection that has struck down a record number of amphibians worldwide kills by dehydration, U.S. researchers say.
University of California, Berkeley and San Francisco State University researchers say their study shows high levels of an aquatic fungus called Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis disrupt fluid and electrolyte balance in wild frogs, severely depleting sodium and potassium levels, and causing cardiac arrest and death.
Lab experiments have suggested that process, but data from wild frogs provide a much better idea of how the disease progresses, researchers said.
"The mode of death discovered in the lab seems to be what's actually happening in the field," SF State biologist Vance Vredenburg said, "and it's that understanding that is key to doing something about it in the future."
The findings are based on blood samples Vredenburg and colleagues took from mountain yellow-legged frogs as the fungal epidemic swept through the basins of the Sierra Nevada range in 2004.
"It's really rare to be able to study physiology in the wild like this, at the exact moment of a disease outbreak," said UC Berkeley ecologist Jamie Voyles, lead author of the study.
The study will remain a one-time effort, researchers said, as frog populations in the Sierra Nevada have been devastated by the fungus, declining by 95 percent after the fungus was first detected in 2004.
"It's been really sad to walk around the basins and think, 'Wow, they're really all gone,'" Vredenburg said.


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PORTLAND, Ore.—While the first team trains in Portland, a pair of LA Galaxy academy members are off to Europe—one for good.
Academy defender Oscar Sorto will join Swedish second division club Hammarby on a two week training stint. The centerback –who was recently named to the US Soccer Developmental Academy West Division Best XI—joins a club coached by former Galaxy centerback Gregg Berhalter. Sorto made 24 appearances for the LA Galaxy U-17/18s as well as two in Reserve League play.
Meanwhile, Sorto heads to Sweden, his U-17/18 teammate, Mario Rodriguez has left the team to join German second division club 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Rodriguez— who was named to the U.S. Under-20 team for the Milk Cup tournament and appeared in the 2011 U-17 World Cup—made 21 appearances for the Galaxy U-17/18 side scoring seven goals. Rodriguez also made two appearances for the Galaxy reserves.
Following the Galaxy's victory over Portland on Saturday, I caught up with Galaxy Vice President Chris Klein to discuss the moves. Klein, who served as the club's Senior Director of the Academy before being named Vice President earlier this year also serves on the board of directors for the Swedish club.
Klein's thoughts are below…
(On Sorto training at Hammarby)
"We just sent him over to Hammarby IF to train with Gregg [Berhalter], he's one of the more promising players in our academy and with the relationship that we have with Hammarby, we thought it was good to get him over where while they're on a break. They have a three week break over there and he can train with their first team and we'll see how he does."
"He's going to be there for two weeks. It's a two week period and after that two week period, we'll re-evaluate the next stage of his development. College is still an option, signing and possibly a loan agreement is an option as well."
(On Mario Rodriguez signing in Germany…)
"Mario Rodriguez is a player that we were very high on, but at the end of the day, we can't sign all these players and that is one of the downsides of our Academy. He got a better offer than we could give him in Germany so we hope he does well. The reality is that we don't own these players and it's tough to keep them under your umbrella."
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"We have a product for people who aren't able to get some form of connectivity, it's called Xbox 360"
The public reaction to Xbox One's online requirements is not realistic, Microsoft's interactive entertainment business boss Don Mattrick has argued.
Speaking in a video interview with Gametrailers (as transcribed by Spong) an somewhat flustered looking Mattrick cautiously argued that the online reaction had been unrealistic.
"The average internet connection is working the majority of the day," he stated. People are imagining that it isn't, but I don't feel that's the world we live in.
"We appreciate the passion. It's important that people share their ideas, but people are imagining outcomes that we believe are worse than what it's going to be like in the real world. When we designed the box we paid attention to what it means to connect to the internet."
Mattrick went on to say that customers without internet access already have a perfectly good alternative – the Xbox 360.
"Fortunately we have a product for people who aren't able to get some form of connectivity – it's called Xbox 360,' CVGquotes Mattrick as adding."If you have zero access to the internet, that is an offline device."


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Bulldogs, Stags Meet for 12th Time
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The Fairfield women's lacrosse team lost only three games all season in 2009, including one at the end (to Penn in the first round of the NCAA Tournament) and one near the beginning. That first loss was an 11-10 overtime defeat at the hands of Yale, the second straight time the Bulldogs beat the Stags by a goal. The local rivalry resumes Wednesday afternoon at Reese Stadium (4 p.m.).
Yale's win last season marked one of just four times that Fairfield's high-powered offense was held to 10 or fewer goals in a game. Sophomore goalie Whitney Quackenbush (Manhasset, N.Y.) made her varsity debut, coming on in relief to make six saves in the final 36 minutes while allowing only three goals. That enabled Yale to rally from an 8-4 deficit early in the second half, and three goals in a span of eight minutes by senior attacker Jessica Sturgill (Ellicott City, Md.) late in regulation helped send the game to overtime, where senior attacker Jenna Block (Owings Mills, Md.) won it.
Those three also played key roles in Yale's season-opening 8-5 win over Holy Cross last Saturday at Reese. Sturgill had two goals, Block had an assist, and Quackenbush made 11 saves. The Bulldogs also benefited from contributions from their freshmen. It took midfielder Devon Rhodes (East Northport, N.Y.) all of 2:48 to score her first collegiate goal, and she finished with three goals and two assists. It was the first hat trick by a Yale freshman since 2006. Midfielder Kristen Chapman (Belmont, Mass.) also scored, and midfielder Brittany De Lea (Wading River, N.Y.) had an assist, to round out the scoring contributions from the freshman class.
The Yale defense was led by three caused turnovers from senior defender Michele Fiorentino (Berwyn, Pa.) and two from junior defender/midfielder Kaitlyn Flatley (Berwyn, Pa.). Flatley had four ground balls, while Fiorentino and senior defender Claire Eliasberg (San Diego, Calif.) had three each.
Fairfield (1-0, 0-0 MAAC) opened its season with a 20-12 win against Monmouth Feb. 21, led by seven goals from attacker Erin Rigby that were part of a 12-0 run midway through the game by the Stags. Rigby, a second team All-MAAC selection last season, has a 41-game point scoring streak going. Midfielder Kristen Coleman added four goals, giving her a school-record 182 points for her career. In addition to being named the MAAC Offensive Player of the Year, she was first team All-MAAC and second team All-Region last year.
- Yale Women's Lacrosse 2010 Roster
- Yale Women's Lacrosse 2010 Schedule
- Yale Women's Lacrosse 2010 Statistics
- Fairfield Women's Lacrosse 2010 Statistics
- Live Stats Wednesday, 4 p.m.
- Yale-Fairfield Game Program (.pdf)
- Reese Stadium Information
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Maisie (Onata Aprile), the central character of "What Maisie Knew," is a little girl with big problems. Her rock-singer mother, Susanna (Julianne Moore), and art-dealer father, Beale (Steve Coogan), are divorcing. Both parents are seeking custody of the child, less out of love than a desire to hurt the other. Maisie listens stoically to their loud fights while she's playing in her room or attempting to sleep. She's heard it all before, and yet one gets the impression each argument is a fresh wound.
Henry James's eponymous 1897 novel has been updated to modern Manhattan by the codirectors, Scott McGehee and David Siegel, and their screenwriters, Nancy Doyne and Carroll Cartwright. The story, by James's standards at least, has also been brightened. I don't see any point in downgrading the film for not being as good (or as dark) as James's novel, especially since the adaptation is such a radical alteration anyway. The film stands quite well on its own.
The directors have made the right, essential decision to make the movie almost entirely from Maisie's point of view. We experience her upsets without the leavening of outside interferences. And because Aprile is such an intuitive performer, we are always searching her face for the imprint of her suffering.
The surprise here is that Maisie is not much of a sufferer, at least not overtly. She has the uncanny resilience of children under siege. It may seem unrealistic that we never see her throw a tantrum or scream at her parents. Only once do we see her cry, with a single tear. And yet we always know what is going on inside her head.
When, for example, Beale, who has partial custody, throws into the garbage a bouquet of flowers delivered to Maisie by her mother, the confused little girl later explains to her nanny, Margo (Joanna Vanderham), that her daddy did it because he's "allergic."
We are accustomed to movies about children, especially Hollywood movies, that spell everything out for us. The filmmakers here understand that childhood's passage is too strange and ambiguous to be encapsulated so neatly. In "What Maisie Knew," we are privy to the machinations of an adult world that Maisie is too young to comprehend. But the adults in this film, particularly her parents, don't really comprehend her, either. If they did, they would feel even worse about what they are doing to her. They don't want to hurt her but, more than that, they want to hurt each other.
The balm in this mess comes from Margo, who is initially wed by Beale to ensure custody of Maisie, and from Lincoln (Alexander Skarsgård), a hanger-on of Susanna's whom she weds for similar reasons. Lincoln, who works as a bartender, is soft-spoken, almost angelic, and his developing rapport with Maisie is wonderful to see. (Most of the time she smiles only around him.)
It's inevitable that Lincoln and Margo, who both look as if they stepped out of a beautiful-people catalog, will eventually go for each other, especially since they genuinely care for Maisie (and she for them). Forgetting about James, this aspect of the film is still too cloudless. It turns the film into a species of fairy tale – a wish-fulfillment fantasy. But it's such a resonant fantasy that we want it to be true, for Maisie's sake, for all our sakes.
I'm glad the filmmakers chose to inject some discordant notes into the lovefest by the end. Susanna barges into the seaside retreat where Maisie and Lincoln and Margo are staying and implores her child to drop everything on the spot and join her on her road tour. Moore is a touch too strident in this film. But here, in her final scene, she shows us what a great actress she can be. Her stridency is the flimsiest of camouflages for her own suffering.
Maisie backs away from her mother and, to her horror, Susanna sees that her child is afraid of her. "I used to be like you," she tells her, delicately, and it's both a supplication and a warning. In "What Maisie Knew," we can feel in our bones the cost of what she knows. Grade: B+ (Rated R for some language.)


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From: "Stephen J. Turnbull" Subject: Re: TODO extension for source code and Emacs To: tlug (Tokyo Linux Users Group) Date: Wed Jan 18 14:17:40 2006 +0800 >>>>> "Ian" == Ian Wells <ijw> writes: Ian> Actually I was hoping for something that understood Ian> todo-lists (i.e. allowed you to tick stuff off and add Ian> unrelated items) but I think I may be fantasising. (a) [the helpful answer] Find Sacha Chua (TLUG denizen), this is up her alley.
Will write a good reply on the plane.
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Also, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for Planner and your blog. Planner is a wonderful piece of sofware, that has really changed how I think about personal organization. Or, to put it in another way, it really made me think about how I would like to plan and organize my daily hurdles (and, imho, things that make you think are far more important than the things that just do something.)
In your writing, your attitude to life comes through very clearly and it is quite contagious. There has been many occasions where reading your blog made the difference between fretting about things and doing something about them. So, thank you.
<jmobautista> did you catch my message on livejournal? :D <sachac> Hmmm, gotta check... Which entry? <jmobautista> i was asking if i could add you to my friends page, as (shh don't tell sacha) secretly i admire your organization and thought-keeping skills. <jmobautista> the one right before your most recent one. <sachac> <laugh> Go ahead and add me. I'll add you too so that you can see my disorganized unkept thoughts. =) <jmobautista> to tell you the truth, after reading your lj and recent wiki entries, it got me writing again <sachac> That's good to hear! =D <jmobautista> oh, and also, i wanted to congratulate you on your relationship (i know it's late) - it caught me off guard, especially as i only found out through your latest post <jmobautista> i'm still on sacha i-will-never-have-a-boyfriend mode @_@ <sachac> <laugh> <sachac> Thanks. <jmobautista> anyway, back to topic - i really admire how you have these huge lists on your wiki - and at the end of the day you've crossed them all out. <jmobautista> in spite of everything you do, in spite of all your interests and such. <sachac> Heh. Not today--only a few non-essential things crossed out... <jmobautista> that's really admirable. even though i haven't had the pleasure of picking apart brains with you for long, i really respect that. <sachac> The lists are actually just lists of things I do, and part of my interests. <sachac> (I keep them written down because I'll otherwise forget them. Besides, it's nice to see crossed-out stuff.) <jmobautista> but still, you're able to accomplish most of them! the past few years haven't been kind to me (long story) and i've hit a lot of slumps <jmobautista> i find it hard to complete even stuff i'm interested in <jmobautista> so those times i wander off to your wiki to be inspired. <sachac> The trick is to make the tasks so small that it's easier to finish them than to procrastinate... ;) <jmobautista> but shh, don't tell anyone :P <jmobautista> exactly. <jmobautista> that's what i do these days. <sachac> I keep a couple of important stuff around so that I can do the other tasks while procrastinating the bigger tasks... <sachac> ... and when I do get those spurts of productivity, I just work through my list, trying to make the most of it. =) <sachac> (I'm really not that organized or productive; I just _look_ it because it's written down somewhere. =) ) <jmobautista> semantics. it's inspired me all the same. and i'm sure the same is true for a lot of people. ^_^ <sachac> I'm glad to hear that. =) <sachac> I'm really glad to hear that I sometimes help you get out of your slumps. =D
... after some more conversation ...
<jmobautista> i guess i wish i could replay that time and appreciate the study more. and the teaching. you have a lot of passion for it, and it shows brilliantly. <jmobautista> i'm sorry it took me so long to say that, but there it is. ^^;; <sachac> <smile> Thank you. That means a lot to me.
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<comfrey_> i spent most of this past weekend reading the elisp manual because planner.el is sucking me in
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<VisRealty> sorry to bug you... <VisRealty> but dagbrown said you might be familiar with emacs-wiki and planner mode? <VisRealty> if you're busy with other stuff, no worries <sachac> Oh! =D <VisRealty> oh wait! <VisRealty> are you the planner.el maintainer?! <sachac> Yup. ^_^ <VisRealty> wow! i'm so honored to be speaking with you :-) <VisRealty> it's such a great tool, me and my peers swear by it
>>>>> Does anyone know of an implementation of good old adventure in elisp? >>>> There's M-x dunnet, which is reminiscent of those old text adventure >>>> games. You can of course run Adventure inside an eshell, but I don't >>>> think that quite counts. =) >>> Yup. I was actually looking for old "Colossal Cave" Adventure. I may >>> write one, just to have something to do that has no earthly use instead >>> of doing productive work. >>> PLUGH! >> Marry me? > Sorry, already have ubercool boyfriend. ^_^
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<mdxi> sachac: i just want to tell you that emacs-wiki mode is the fourth best thing that has ever happened to my brain (following unix, emacs, and perl)
I feel all warm and fuzzy!
That's it, I've got to check out this checksumming thing... My name is at stake! ;)
<delYsid> sachAway: Now that is definitely final, you are famous now. <delYsid> sachAway: good idea, while you are it, sign your changes
I just wanted to thank you for your Emacs enthusiasm. It is very infectuous and helps me past some of the little cycles of fear I get when I approach Emacs.
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I think the work you put into Planner et al is fantastic. I have spent quite a bit of time over the past week poring over your web page and .el files and just wanted to take a second to say thank you for all your work. I have recently switched to Emacs as my text-editor and sincerely appreciate sites like yours which help me understand it better. Thank you!
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<johnw> sachac: want to take over emacs-wiki? <johnw> sachac: damien handed it off to somebody else, but I think you would do a good job <johnw> sachac: and then you'll control the package that planner.el sits on <johnw> sachac: enable you to do more extensive mods.. :) <johnsu01> johnw: can you offer any advice on using planner-diary.el? not having any luck getting diary entries to display in my planner. <johnw> johnsu01: i've never even heard of planner-diary.el!! <sachac> johnw: Mark Triggs is in charge of emacs-wiki now... <sachac> johnw: I've got a couple of patches for it, and am waiting for him to merge the ones he likes. <johnw> sachac: well, since nobody asked me, I am offering it to you <sachac> johnsu01: Oh! That's Thomas Gehrlein's package, right? <johnw> sachac: but if you two are working together already, then that's fine too <sachac> johnw: Haven't heard much from him, but I'd love to help out. Thanks for the offer! =) I'll let him try it out first; if he's too busy to maintain it, then I'll offer to take over. emacs-wiki is way cool. <johnw> sachac: awesome; i'd rather see it in your hands, because i know you and know the good work you've done with planner <johnw> sachac: if you're doing planner and remember both, all the more reason to add emacs-wiki, schedule and timeclock to your list :) <johnw> all i'm going to say is, it's really too bad you are so young and so far away; you are an awesome girl, sacha -- and quite an uebercoder yourself!


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In the immediate aftermath of All-Star center Marc Gasol's knee injury, frontcourt mate Zach Randolph had a simple plan.
"Man, praying, praying," Randolph said after Gasol limped off the FedExForum court during the Friday, Nov. 22, game won by the San Antonio Spurs. "Need him."
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol is out for an unknown amount of time after suffering a grade 2 sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee in Friday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. It's an injury the team has handled before.
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Of course, at the moment, Gasol's diagnosis was not official. Randolph – and all of Grizz Nation – held out hope that Gasol's injury would only cost him and the team a few days. But an MRI showed Gasol has a grade 2 sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee. While Gasol isn't having surgery, he is expected to miss several weeks.
Two seasons ago, Randolph suffered a similar injury and even when he returned he wasn't as mobile, wasn't himself. So the Grizzlies are going to be different going forward.
"It will be difficult," veteran Mike Miller said, "but this team has got a lot of depth. It's a great opportunity for someone to step up and play well."
The Grizzlies enhanced their depth with the offseason trade that sent Darrell Arthur to Denver for the Nuggets' starting center Kosta Koufos. On a playoff team that won 57 games last season, the 7-foot, 265-pound Koufos averaged 8.0 points and 6.9 rebounds. Over five seasons, he has averaged 5.1 points and 4.3 rebounds.
Koufos has embraced his role as a bench player in Memphis and has earned Randolph's and Gasol's respect.
"I've learned a lot from Marc and Zach," Koufos said. "I'm just going to play hard like I have been my whole career, and just learn from it and try to carry the team as best I can. I'm definitely prepared for whatever obstacle."
The Grizzlies are not looking for Koufos to carry them, of course, and he didn't mean it like it may have sounded, also saying, "Whatever it takes to win."
Even with a healthy Gasol, the Spurs showed in sweeping the Grizz out of the Western Conference Finals the value of focusing on the paint and making life difficult for the bigs. The Spurs employed the same strategy last week in Memphis to great effect. Gasol only played nine minutes before his injury. Randolph managed a double-double – 16 points and 10 rebounds – but was just 5-for-15 from the floor.
"They play four on one against me," Randolph said.
"We did a pretty good job on their bigs and Zach Randolph in particular," Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. "If you don't do your work early, they will kill. So it was a big emphasis for us."
And so it figures to be for every Grizzlies opponent. Randolph will draw that much more attention without Gasol. And neither Randolph nor Gasol is going to be as good without the other.
"They've been playing together a long time and so they have a really good chemistry," Golden State forward Andre Iguodala said after the Grizzlies beat the Warriors earlier this month.
A team chemistry that already required a re-mix now must undergo another change. In sweeping the recent four-game road trip, the Grizzlies returned to their roots – defensive intensity and getting the ball to Randolph and Gasol. Now, the Grizz are left with their defense and a need for others to collectively make up the difference on offense.
The Spurs, as always, might serve as a possession-by-possession model worth emulating.
"One thing they do well is stick to their system offensively and defensively," guard Tony Allen said. "Those guys stick to what they do for 48 minutes."
The Grizzlies, in turn, must find a new – and effective – chemistry and cling to it. And pray that the Big Fella returns sooner rather than later.
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Meet our Members: Rep. Doug LaMalfa (CA-01)Posted by Maeve McKenna on March 25, 2013
Representing California's 1st District, located in the Northeast corner of the state, Congressman LaMalfa discusses his background in Agriculture and the variety of natural resources in his district. This year, in fact, Rep. LaMalfa's family celebrates 82 years in the rice farming business. See what Rep. LaMalfa has to say about forest management, hydropower and how Northern California's natural resources all tie together: