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1984 Hurst..Olds..Survivor..50k Documented miles 1 owner
Price: - Item location: Northvale, New Jersey, United States
- Condition: Used
- Make: Oldsmobile
- Model: Other
- Year: 1984
- Mileage: 50,257
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1984 Oldsmobile Otheroriginal survivor 1 owner caroriginally bought out of southern carolinas in 1984, wner moved up north were car resided and storedoriginal chip gaurd on both sides shows its low miles
50,257 original miles(documented)t`topp carLast Registered year 1989runs&drives neworiginal everything on car (except tires)original rims with red pinstripecar fax clean....1 owner car,NO Accidentscar #3492...of 3500 produced
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AM Group company – Ansa Doors has recently completed the supply and installation of (2) Bi-Fold Doors for Ambulance Victoria.
The Wantirna station in Victoria has a Ansa Bi-Fold Door to both the front and rear of the facility.
It's another project completed on time and to the Hi Standards that Ambulance Victoria demand for such a critcal part of the facility.

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Reports from Guelph U. indicate an incident which may have seen an attempt to grab a ballot box (according to witnesses on site), and an attempt by the Conservative Party to disenfranchise student voters at a "special ballot" polling location on campus.
I'm sure we'll hear more about this tomorrow morning (between info on the Guergis affair - Harper smear).
Trying to keep young Canadians from voting! Shame on the Conservatives!


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Choosing your very first guitar
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How to choose your first electric guitar:
Of course, the before last paragraph on acoustic guitars still applies to your first electric guitar: Have it checked by a luthier within 24 hours of purchasing it. And you will want to have it setup. If you don't want to, I can have you try a 150$ guitar that I ticked out, you'll get the point.
The first thing is to avoid any type of tremolo system. In beginner budget guitars, these types of bridges will only make you cry, believe me, I learned that the hard way when I was a beginner.
Ask the store salesman if the hardware is compatible with higher end parts. Not because you want to replace them, but because if a component breaks or gets lost, you can easily have it replaced. You want to know if the the bridge and pickups can be swapped for aftermarket parts. In the case of the bridge, Tune-o-matic style bridges are the easiest to find "drop in" replacements for. Tuning keys can always be swapped easily, even if a drill is needed to help. But if ever a pickup dies on you, you don't want to have to re-rout the pickup cavity to fit a standard one and paying for a re-wind on a budget pickup would be annoying.
What type of pickup should you get? As with acoustic guitars, when you start playing, your ears won't really understand the difference between a pickup and another. This being said, I would suggest you get a guitar with Humbuckers. These pickups give off less background noise then single coil pickups and can help you enjoy your learning experience. Also, most electric guitar beginners want to play rock and metal (I did say most, not all), and these music styles require distortion. Distortion through a single coil pickup is extremely noisy, there will be a loud humm at all times in the background. Humbucking pickups reduce this background noise and sound more aggressive! For those about to rock, we salute you!


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Local food truck wins national competition
KALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - The Organic Gypsy is a food truck and catering company based in the Kalamazoo-Portage area that serves local and organic foods.
This month, they won $5,000 at a national competition in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Bridgett Blough is the owner and operator of The Organic Gypsy, she's also a certified natural chef.
On Sunday, Blough stopped by the Newschannel 3 studios to tell us about the Spud Nation Throwdown.


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Cyberbullying And The Laws That Govern It
Cyberbullying has become a major issue facing today's youth. With the evolution of technology, bullying has moved from the schoolyard to the internet. Several cyberbullying incidents have received national press, causing several different states to pass legislation to handle the onslaught of cyberbullies.
The advent of social networking sites, such as Myspace and Facebook, has created new ways for bullies to prey on their victims. The act of using communication devices and social networks to attack others has been coined "cyberbullying". Cyberbullying is a new concept that has legislators scrambling to keep up with the ever evolving ways that people find to harass and bully their peers.
Several states have enacted legislation that covers cyberbullying. Missouri garnered national attention when Megan Meier committed suicide because of cyber harassment from another teen's mother. The MySpace prank lead to the state of Missouri upgrading their cyber-harassment charge from a misdemeanor to a felony.
There have been several states that have passed legislation allowing schools to dish out punishment to students who engage in cyberbullying, even if the act didn't take place on school grounds or during school hours. Arkansas, Idaho, and New Jersey have all passed legislation allowing school officials to punish students who engage in harassment of other students through the use of a communication device or computer. While these laws do not allow criminal prosecution, they do give school authorities the tools needed to fight the cyber-harassment of their students.
Several states have passed legislation criminalizing cyberbullying. Vermont has passed legislation that allows fines to be imposed on people guilty of cyber-harassment. New York has created an entire system to give police the tools needed to fully investigate instances of cyberbullying and gather evidence for prosecution. Rhode Island is currently attempting to pass legislation forcing repeat cyberbullying offenders to appear in family court where they would be prosecuted as juvenile delinquents.
Cyberbullying has become one of the main ways for kids to harass other kids. Cyber-harassment has a huge negative impact on its victims. Several states have enacted legislation to protect victims of cyberbullying and punish those who orchestrate the act. While some states have been slow to evolve with the technology, there is no doubt that most will have to face the reality of cyberbullying and its negative impact on society.


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Meteor Shower August 2013 Live Stream Tonight: Best Time to Watch Online Aug. 13 Perseid Meteors (NASA VIDEO, PHOTOS)
The Perseid meteor shower this August 2013 offered an amazing light show on Monday night, with star-gazers around the world catching the shooting star spectacular to late in the night.
The meteor shower show continues on Tuesday night, and although Monday night was expected to be the more dramatic with more than 60 shooting stars an hour, tonight should also peak at dozens of meteors visible to the naked eye every hour.
The meteor shower can be seen from various places across the country, and indeed the world, but can also be watched online through live stream via the video player below provided by NASA through Ustream (details below).
The Perseid meteor shower takes place every year as the Earth passes through debris from an old comet, "Swift Tuttle." The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most popular among star-gazers each year as it's during the summer and many love to sit outside and watch the amazing light show in the warm nights.
This year the meteor shower actually peaked through the nights of Aug. 11 and 12, but the nights either side should still see dozens of meteors in the sky. On Aug. 12 in some areas there were up to 100 meteors per hour seen.
Sky-gazers are advised that the best time for the showers is early in the morning in the eastern sky. At about 2.30 a.m. ET will see the most intense period of the shower and should continue through to sunrise.
It is advised to try and watch from a place as dark as possible to get the greatest affects, so people should try and get away from city lights and suburban areas if they want to see the show more clearly and spectacularly. If you are planning to watch from your backyard then again make sure you turn off your home lights and try and let your eyes adjust to the dark by looking up into the dark sky for a few minutes.
The meteor shower can be seen from various places across the country but can also be watched online through live stream via the NASA video player on Ustream below:
Here is a video of last year's 2012 Perseid Meteor Shower:


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Swiss Graphic Design: The Origins and Growth of an International Style. By Richard Hollis. (Yale University Press, 2006. 260 pp.).
The book Swiss Graphic Design written by Richard Hollis is about the growth and expansion of Swiss design, not only across Europe, but internationally. In Hollis' book, he aims to inform the reader about "…those who formed the style, the ideas that influenced them and the successive generations who were attracted to a radical progressive movement." (Hollis, p.9). This book was written for those harboring a keen interest in design, specifically, design that was so influential to much of modern graphic design all around the world. In his book, Hollis successfully lays out the various components that helped shape and sustain this international style.
The title of the book, Swiss Graphic Design: The Origins and Growth of an International Style, is very efficient in telling the reader exactly what its contents are. The book discusses various influences, how the style was formed, and how it became an international style. Swiss Graphic Design is broken up into five chapters starting with the influences and origins of Swiss design and ending with the spread of the Swiss style.
The organization, layout, and the manner in which the information is presented is similar to that of a textbook. Each chapter is clearly defined with a whole page dedicated to its title, which adequately summarize the purpose of the chapter. Each chapter contains various sections labeled with headings on the top of the page. Posters, photographs, and other graphics are available throughout each chapter to exemplify what is being discussed along with descriptions of what the image is.
One critique on the placement of the graphic examples is that some seem out of place in some cases where the poster talked about does not appear until a few pages after the page on which it was initially discussed. This causes the reader some confusion when coming across an image that was discussed a few pages prior, but is easily understood when its description is read. That being said, the overall organization is fairly easy to follow.
Richard Hollis opens the book with a section entitled "The New Typography: Towards a New Graphic Design" in which he talks about the various styles and designers that contributed to the beginnings of Swiss graphic design. He starts with the Arts and Crafts movement, followed by Bauhaus, and then New Typography. He gives thorough explanations of where these styles came from, how they influenced each other, and major artists in each style. By laying out the design movements in chronological order, the reader is able to follow and understand which aspects of design survived and eventually led to the development of Swiss style.
Hollis does a good job at defining Swiss style for the reader by thoroughly discussing various influential designers who began paving the way for a new Swiss style, one of which was Jan Tschichold. Hollis writes "Among Tschichold's many writings, in the 1920's and the 1930's were three landmarks in the developing principles of the Swiss style" (Hollis, p.36). In these writing, Tschichold began stressing the importance of elemental typography and basic geometric forms in order to achieve the utmost clarity in design for advertising, all of which are prominent in Swiss graphic design. The new style was to be minimalistic in that it focused purely on form, shape, and subject. By adding these details, Hollis defines Swiss Style and clearly lays out its principles so that the reader can have a better idea of what the style stands for and where it came from. For the reader who has little to no knowledge of Swiss Style, Hollis successfully provides a foundation for being able to identify the style and to come to appreciate the factors that went into forming the style.
Aside from artistic factors and influences, Hollis also touches on the environmental factors of wartime on Swiss style in this book. When discussing Swiss style, it is important to recognize the political atmosphere of the times and that the Swiss also had a political agenda for their design, which was to remain as politically neutral as possible. For the duration of World War I and World War II, Switzerland remained a neutral country, which explained their desire to remain neutral in their design as well while still moving forward with modernist ideas. For this reason, Hollis includes a section specifically for discussing the effects of war on Swiss Style. Hollis makes this clear when he mentions "…the industrial advertiser cannot go far wrong if he lets the technical beauty of his products speak for themselves…" (Hollis, p. 125). It is good that he adds this because it is important to remember that Swiss design was used for posters and advertisements which were minimalistic in design so that the subject could speak for itself in order to appeal to all people. Remaining neutral helped with this, which is why it was such a successful style internationally.
Overall, Richard Hollis does a good job in writing this book. He was extremely thorough when discussing design movements and designers. He maps out the influence and effects each designer had on the next, until he eventually came to the introduction of Swiss Style. He explains the style and provides a clear definition, a kind of manifesto, along with a clear purpose for the style. He describes various cases in which the style was used, along with examples of images, and showed how the style progressed and improved over time. This book would be great for someone with a passion for design and not so much for someone who is looking for a leisurely read, seeing as how it is extremely thorough in its details about various movements and designers.


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Set in a prime location of Bali, Kupu Kupu Private Villa puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Facilities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, airport transfer, babysitting are readily available for you to enjoy. Designed for comfort, selected guestrooms offer private pool, internet access - wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning, wake-up service to ensure a restful night. Enjoy the hotel's recreational facilities, including outdoor pool, massage, garden, before retiring to your room for a well-deserved rest. Friendly staff, great facilities and close proximity to all that Bali has to offer are three great reasons you should stay at Kupu Kupu Private Villa.


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I have entered a brave new world. A world where all the fabrics are neatly stacked and sorted by color. Folded. Stacked. And sorted by color.
Oh, the happy. Words cannot describe how much easier it is to find a particular color or fabric when working on a project!
And those pretty little stacks of color-coordinated
Just one word of warning.... when you get all your fabric shelved in neat little columns of color, like this:
You will suddenly have empty spaces where fabric once lived.
Which you will want to fill with more neatly folded stacks of fabric.
But that's okay. Because now you can fold, sort, and keep it tidily in it's place.
This video is just precious... she really is enthusiastic about fabric folding! For more tutorials on organizing your stash, type 'how to fold fabric' into your search engine. You'll find plenty of folding and stacking info.
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Jealousy. When it comes to what attribute is most likely to turn off the opposite sex, the green monster usually comes out top trumps.
It's an emotion that many of us will be faced with at some stage in our lives.
'Bob next door just bought a brand new Range Rover. I'm so jealous!'
'Maggie's just bought a villa in the Maldives! It's so unfair!'
These are what I would count as normal jealousy responses. They don't really affect your lives nor the lives of those who you are jealous of.
Women on woman jealousy, however, is another thing entirely (and no this is not the title of a new Porn Hub movie).
It's not a new phenomenon, but it is something that appears to be more prevalent in mainstream society.
Some women find it extremely hard to appreciate other women.
Whether it's for their success, their looks or their lives in general, these people often find that turning their hand to some internet trolling (often in the case of celebrities or internet stars) or speaking negatively about other woman will make them feel better about themselves.
We all know that this type of jealousy stems down to insecurity. Pretty much every woman has their insecurities. Not every human is perfect and we shouldn't destroy our self-esteems trying to strive for something which doesn't have a distinct definition. But's that is exactly what woman are doing when they show hatred and jealousy towards other woman!
Come on ladies, don't we have enough to worry about!
It seems completely insane to me why, as women, we can't stand by each other rather than against one another.
Can we not hand another woman a compliment without feeling that it is somehow demoralising to our own self-worth?
Are we not capable of appreciating the beauty or success of another woman without the bitterness of jealousy thrown in to measure?
I was watching 'The Only Way is Essex' the other day (try not to judge). A number of the female cast were making fun of another cast member not only for the way she spoke but also, for the way she looked.
Now, these ladies would probably argue you to the grown about how 'so not jealous' they were of this individual, but I can't really understand why you would put so much energy into hating someone if they weren't?
Jealousy and hatred are time wasting
It must be so tiring being constantly hateful and jealous of other people.
It's time and effort you could be transferring into something more productive and positive. Negativity is draining and detrimental in all its integrity.
When you praise and hold up other woman, you'll find that more people will look up to you and hold you in higher esteem. Positive energy breeds. We need to admit as woman we are often self-conscious, but not allow it to taint the way we behave towards others.
Woman have enough enemies out there in the form of destructive and harmful media (which create more insecurities) without turning on each other like a pack of wild animals without a decent meal.
These emotions can hold women back.
Let's stop being so negative and start appreciating and admiring woman. It's important that we show compassion and love for one another, not just for ourselves but our future generation.
Let's spread the love!


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Theme: Words of nautical origins
1. doldrums (DOHL-druhmz)
1. A state or period of stagnation or slump.
2. A region of the ocean near the equator marked by calms and light variable winds.
In the olden days when a sail-powered vessel hit a calm region of the ocean, it could be stuck there for days. Sailors called that area the doldrums.
"While the US stock market roared ahead, Europe was left in the doldrums."
2. scupper (SKUP-uhr)
noun: An opening for draining water, as on the side of a ship.
verb tr.: 1. To prevent from succeeding. 2. To overwhelm, disable, or destroy.
"Three possible misfortunes could scupper recovery."
3. scuttlebutt (SKUT-l-but)
1. Rumor, gossip.
2. A drinking fountain or a cask of drinking water on a ship.
The word arose from the sailors' habit of gathering around the scuttlebutt on a ship's deck. Things haven't changed much with time. Now we have watercooler gossip in modern offices.
"Here's a roundup of iPad 3 rumors, with a little context as to whether you should believe the scuttlebutt or not."
4. bonanza (buh-NAN-zah, boh-)
1. A source of sudden wealth or profits.
2. A very large amount.
3. A rich mine or pocket of ore.
From Spanish bonanza (calm sea, hence good luck or prosperity), from Latin bonus (good).
"Belfast residents hope the Titanic exhibition will spur a tourism bonanza."
"We feel we have a major discovery here, with bonanza-type grades of silver, and even the gold values are very high as well."
5. groundswell
1. A surge of opinion or feeling about someone or something.
2. A broad deep swell of the ocean, caused by a distant storm or an earthquake.
Groundswell was the term sailors used for a swelling of the ocean. Why ground? Originally, ground referred to the bottom of anything, especially an ocean.
"A nationwide general strike fuelled by a groundswell of anger brought parts of Spain to a halt yesterday."
"Waves along the coasts may get as high as 23 feet this weekend due to two significant groundswells."


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Emerging Leaders 2019
Cardbus Controller provides easy USB2.0 support for your laptop
- 28 April, 2004 12:00

Sydney, April 28th 2004- Just released from ByteZone is the USB2.0 Cardbus Controller to provide speedy data transfer support to your laptop.
With 2 USB ports, the Cardbus Controller upgrades USB1.1 laptops to USB2.0. It has an extremely high power delivery and even supplies enough power to support most USB2.0 external hard drives such as the Anypak or Pockey drives (also available from ByteZone- www.bytezone.com.au) The external hard drives can also be used using bus power alone- a Y-cable isn't needed to draw additional power from PS/2 or other USB ports.

Featuring over current protection, it supplies 500mA to one buspower USB device and supplies 500mA to both ports with an optional DC adapter.

Mac and Windows compatible, with unique WIN98/Me hot-plug utility for stability, it has a low profile extended back design to eliminate dongles which are prone to breakage.

The USB2.0 Cardbus Controller is available now from ByteZone, www.bytezone.com.au

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Hurricanes continue road trip vs. struggling Sharksby Eric Gilmore
HURRICANES (2-5-0) at SHARKS (4-3-0)
SAN JOSE -- San Jose Sharks defenseman Paul Martin will return to the lineup against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday at SAP Center after missing three games with a lower-body injury.
Martin took part in the Sharks' morning skate Thursday, practiced Friday and skated again Saturday.
"I think I feel really good," Martin said after the Sharks' morning skate. "I think it's gotten better every day. As far as percentage wise, I feel close to 100 percent. I've been through this process before. I think I'm good enough to play."
The Sharks have lost three straight games without Martin and have been outscored 14-4, allowing four power play goals. Martin, a key penalty killer, will be paired again with Brent Burns. Brenden Dillon will rejoin Matt Tennyson.
"Veteran guy," Sharks coach Peter DeBoer said of Martin. "He really stabilized our defense early in the season when he was in there. Not that we don't have the people to get the job done when he's not in there, but it's nice having a veteran presence there. He just calms things down."
Martin was one of the Sharks' key acquisitions during the offseason, signing as a free agent from the Pittsburgh Penguins. He has been paired with the offensive-minded Burns since the start of training camp.
"I think any time you're out you want to get back in as soon as you can when you're healthy and ready to go," Martin said. "It's never one person. It takes the whole team and hopefully I can come in play my role and help."
The Sharks called up forward John McCarthy from the San Jose Barracuda of the American Hockey League, and he'll skate on the fourth line with Mike Brown and center Bryan Lerg, another recent call-up. McCarthy has played 87 career games in the NHL and has three goals and three assists.
McCarthy will play in an NHL game for the first time since Feb. 7, 2014, when he scored a goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets in a 3-2 victory.
"Just play my game, play a simple game, get pucks north and play physical and take care of my own end," McCarthy said.
Sharks rookie forward Joonas Donskoi will miss his fifth-straight game with a lower-body injury after skating on the top line his first three NHL games.
"He's close," DeBoer said of Donskoi, who took part in the morning skate. "Probably the best way I can term it is if it was a playoff game, we'd probably consider playing him. Looking at the big picture and the fact we're seven games into the season here, probably making the smart decision here in waiting another game."
Goaltender Martin Jones will make his third straight start for the Sharks.
Eddie Lack will make his second start for Carolina, which lost 3-0 Friday night to the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center with Cam Ward in goal. He's 0-1-0 with a 3.10 GAA and .897 save percentage.
The Hurricanes didn't have a morning skate, but forwards Andrej Nestrasil and Riley Nash were on the ice doing drills. Nestrasil was hit in the left leg by a Kings shot in the second period and missed the rest of the game. Nash (shoulder) has missed five straight games.
Here are the projected lineups:
Eric Staal - Victor Rask - Elias Lindholm
Nathan Gerbe - Jordan Staal- Brock McGinn
Jeff Skinner - Riley Nash - Kris Versteeg
Brad Malone - Jay McClement - Chris Terry
John-Michael Liles - Michal Jordan
Injured: James Wisniewski (knee), Andrej Nestrasil (leg), Joakim Nordstrom (undisclosed)
Scratched: Brett Pesce
Matt Nieto - Joe Thornton - Joe Pavelski
Patrick Marleau - Tomas Hertl - Joel Ward
Barclay Goodrow - Chris Tierney - Tommy Wingels
John McCarthy - Bryan Lerg - Mike Brown
Marc-Edouard Vlasic - Justin Braun
Brenden Dillon - Matt Tennyson
Injured: Ben Smith (head), Joonas Donskoi (lower body)
Scratched: Mirco Mueller
Status report: Hurricanes coach Bill Peters said Nestrasil is not 100 percent healthy, "but I think we've got the green light on Nash. If that's the case, [Nash] will come back into the lineup." … Ward spent some time on the top line with Thornton and Pavelski on Thursday against the Kings and scored a goal. If the Sharks struggle early, he might see some time there again. ... Pesce, who was recalled Thursday from Charlotte of the AHL, was a healthy scratch against Los Angeles but might make his NHL debut. Carolina chose him in the third round (No. 66) of the 2013 NHL Draft.
Who's hot: Joel Ward has two goals in his past three games. ... Rask scored the game-winning goal in overtime on Wednesday in a 1-0 victory against the Colorado Avalanche.


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Reporting from Oakland — Officials surveyed damage Sunday from a volatile Occupy protest that resulted in hundreds of arrests the day before and left the historic City Hall vandalized after demonstrators broke into the building, smashed display cases, cut electrical wires and burned an American flag.
Police placed the number of arrests at about 400 from Saturday's daylong protest — the most contentious since authorities dismantled the Occupy Oakland encampment late last year.
Mayor Jean Quan condemned the local movement's tactics as "a constant provocation of the police with a lot of violence toward them" and said the demonstrations were draining scarce resources from an already strapped city. Damage to the City Hall plaza alone has cost $2 million since October, she said, about as much as police overtime and mutual aid.
Oakland has logged five homicides since Friday, and Police Chief Howard Jordan said the law enforcement "personnel and resources dedicated to Occupy reduce our ability to focus on public safety priorities."


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April 25, 2016 - VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES - A college softball game in Virginia was subject to a unique weather delay during the weekend when a huge dust devil swept across the infield.
A video posted to YouTube by Lynchburg Sports shows a clip from Saturday's game between the Lynchburg College Hornets and the Bridgewater College Eagles.
The clip shows the batter in place and the pitcher about to throw the ball when a massive dust devil, or "dirt tornado," enters the frame of the video and sweeps across the infield while the players flee.
"Mother Nature wanted to play along at Moon Field this past Saturday vs Bridgewater," the video's description reads.
WATCH: Dust devil interrupts a college softball game in Virginia.


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Doctor Who thing: let's light up the Empire State Building in TARDIS blue on Nov 23rd!
The social group New York SciFi & Fantasy has submitted paperwork to the Empire State Building in Manhattan officially requesting that the building be lit up in TARDIS blue on November 23rd, to commemorate the show's 50th anniversary. (Info on how that process works at The Official Site of the Empire State Building.)
In support of their application, New York SciFi & Fantasy is asking fans to sign a petition at Change.org to show the ESB organization that there is worldwide interest in Doctor Who and in lighting the building in its honor. As they note at the Change.org page:
Let's alter the Manhattan skyline. Allons-y!
Go on: sign the petition!
My brilliant brother Ken, who sometimes posts comments here as Geeks Are My Peeps, had the idea to do this, completely independently of New York SciFi & Fantasy, and emailed me about it last week. We got a bit flummoxed by the process, however, because the ESB apparently requires that organizations, not individuals, make any application for the lighting rights. I'm glad to see that someone else had the idea and was able to run with it.
UPDATE 11.13.11: The campaign has failed.
(If you stumble across a cool Doctor Who thing, feel free to email me with a link.)


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A short documentary that shows you what it's like inside a small comic book store located in the town of Haverhill, MA. Glenn O'Leary, owner and operator of The Comic Book Palace, has survived over twenty years of business mostly by word of mouth. We see what it's like for Glenn as he handles his duties as a comic book store owner debating certain subjects with his friends about writers artists, and comic book movies. We also get to know a few of his loyal customers who have buying from Glenn for years and that have grown a fondness for Glenn that they mostly visit his store to spark conversations about what's going in the comic book industries. This documentary will most likely ignite a forgotten passion to go out to your nearest comic book store and collecting all over again! Winner of three awards; Best Documentary feature + Best Editing Feature, 2013 Massachusetts Independent Film Festival. Best Documentary Feature, 2013 Los Angeles Film + Script Festival.
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European Union Probing Amazon's Tax Situation, and More
The EU is investigating Amazon's tax arrangement in Luxembourg. Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta criticizes President Obama in his new book and hackers may have breached security at banks other than J.P. Morgan Chase. WSJ's Lee Hawkins reports.
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the European Union is probing Amazon's tax situation this is what's news I'm WS J live I'm Lee Hawkins ... the EU was formal probe and Amazon dot com deals with its tax arrangements in Luxembourg ... carry another major U S company in a high profile investigation that has already spread to Apple ink and Starbucks or ... the EU is concerned that the two thousandthree tax deals granted to Amazon in Luxembourg ... and still in force effectively caps The U S companies tax payment ... the Commission is empowered to ask Luxembourg to re cover from Amazon any funds that he considers to be selective state subsidy with Taree legal under EU law ... former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta is criticizing presidental Brock Obama foreign policy in this meme or released today making him the latest Obama administration backs and to criticize the president Mr Panetta is a book that more than five hundred pages goals to his history with President Barack Obama on Iraq Syria and other national security challenges beating the former Pentagon chief to praise Mr Obama intellect while halting his decision making ... people familiar with the JPMorgan Chase and company hacking investigation are saying that hackers who breach the bank's computer network earlier this year also tried to infiltrate a number of other financial institutions but the companies believed they were unsuccessful ... federal officials are also talking to other large banks to check if they had seen indicators associated with cyber attacks ... for more into follow the stories tune in to WS J live or go to Des beest dot com ... I'm Lee Hawkins ...


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UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security represents commitments by states to increase women's participation in UN peace and security efforts, including peacekeeping operations, conflict resolution and post-conflict reconstruction. From a rights perspective, women's participation requires no justification: women and men are entitled to the same level of inclusion. However, a common notion is that women bring different perspectives to policymaking than their male counterparts. The recent literature on women's impact on political processes finds mixed results on these effects.
SIPRI's research uses a systematic approach to review the breadth of studies on this topic and assess the impact of women's participation, both in formal and informal political spheres. In addition, the project yields a critical overview of different studies' methodological approaches in order to improve methods for measuring the impact of women's participation in political processes.


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Happy Boxing Day! Did you all have a lovely Christmas Day? Stuffed full of food and drink? I hope so! A nice and jolly beauty post for you today! That's why there are so many exclamation marks!
How ridiculously fun and cheerful is Deborah Lippmann's polish, "Happy Birthday"? It's a clear varnish packed full of miniscule metallic confetti and it looks great layered over a coloured polish or on its own for a slightly 'off the wall' look. A few coats painted onto a clean nail makes it look as though you've just been helping out in a Primary school art class, but I think that it's quite a sweet effect! (Enough with the exclamation marks yet?)
When applying the polish, you need to move the confetti pieces about on the nail to make sure that they don't all end up near the tip where the brush left off. After a few coats, any sparse patches are filled in, but it takes a little bit of effort to get the glittery bits in some kind of sensible order! This is a brilliant festive polish – it feels so much less contrived than a perfect, shimmery or glittery nail, and it's actually much less difficult to get a good effect. It doesn't look terrible if it starts to chip, and it's almost as foolproof to apply as plain, clear varnish!
A nice one for the festive season, this costs £14 and is available at House of Fraser Apothecaries.
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YOUTHS stealing motorbikes have fuelled a near-quarter rise in motor vehicle thefts across the Capital.
New figures show that crime from April to December 2016 was down overall on the previous year with a seven per cent drop.
However, although there was an 11 per cent drop in car crime overall, there was a 22.4 per cent increase in thefts, or attempted thefts, of motor vehicles, with the number increasing to 683 – more than two a day.
Chief Superintendent Kenny MacDonald said camera-carrying officers and helicopters were being deployed to crack down on motorbike thefts.
"We're highlighting the dangers that often these young people are taking," he said.
"We've started asking individuals to report where a young person is placing themselves in danger by undertaking this reckless behaviour – it could save their lives."
Chief Supt MacDonald welcomed fewer robberies, drug offences, sex crimes and housebreaking.
But he condemned an "entirely unacceptable" rise in attacks on his officers and warned those responsible would be brought to justice.
"My officers are working flat out, 24/7, 365 days a year to keep the people of Edinburgh safe," he said.
The figures also show the number of serious assaults dropped by more than seven per cent – meaning 22 fewer victims over the nine months.
Chief Supt MacDonald said nearly half of these were in an area which included the city centre, with nighttime drinking a contributing factor.
"That's why we're working very hard with policing to deter and tackle it every Friday and Saturday night," he said.
He also praised a 1.4 per cent drop in robberies – meaning 21 fewer victims.
But there were 37 more attacks on emergency workers, mostly police, with the figure up ten per cent to 395 – more than one every day.
"That level of violence shown to my officers is entirely unacceptable," said Chief Supt MacDonald.
While sex crimes were down by 18 per cent – 163 fewer victims – detection rates also plummeted to just over half for rapes.
"Victims in this area can be reluctant to come forward," said Chief Supt MacDonald. "Given the under-reporting nature of serious crimes of a sexual nature, I don't think this reduction is wholly indicative of a long-term trend which is still on the rise."
He said historical sex crimes – accounting for a third of those reported – could be tougher to solve.
Detection rates generally should be improved by ongoing work with the Crown to "fast-track" suspects, he added.
Housebreaking of homes saw a dramatic drop of 16.7 per cent – or 243 fewer victims – with 55.7 per cent of incidents resulting in items being stolen.
"This is evidence that our crime prevention message is getting across," said Chief Supt MacDonald.
"Simple and effective measures the public can take – locks, external lighting on sensors or maybe just cutting back foliage."


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There is nothing cuter than little balls of yellow fuzz! In early summer, our hen house becomes a brooding pen for dozens of newly hatched chicks. While they stay warm and dry, the tiny chicks feather out and transform from buttery shades of yellow to snow white.
A short burst of rain on a hot summer day is almost as welcome as the colourful rainbow that inevitably appears. A beautiful shimmering arc of vibrant hues, reaches over our valley from one mountain ridge to the other across the river.
The soft worn look of a favourite pair of denims is a wardrobe staple on the farm. Deep blues in some areas, nearly light blue in others, Faded Denims is one of my very favourite blues of all.
Inspired by all things woolly, I love to hand craft roving and yarn. I began knitting for my own children when they were newborns and this led me to handspinning. It seemed very natural to acquire sheep, including Merinos, Gotlands, and Romneys. Today, you may find me somewhere on our mountain homestead, either homeschooling with my children, repairing fences with my husband, tending my flock of sheep, or happily relaxing with fleece in hand. I hope you enjoy your visit here…and maybe find a little yarn for yourself.
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I'm a huge fan of Mars Attacks, specifically, the original bubble gum cards produced by Topps from 1962. So, naturally, I was really excited when Pete from legendary ska band, The Porkers, commissioned me to make this t-shirt design for his company, Hardcore Logo.
The idea was to draw a martian as a Mexican Dia de los Muertos sugar skull. I decided to add a little reference to the 1996 Tim Burton film by adding the Martian flag on the forehead
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Beyond acquiring just an education, international student Yu Bing Ze formed new bonds of friendships and developed a strong affection for SIM GE. The BSc (Hons) in Banking and Finance graduate from the University of London shares his reflections here.
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His current job
"Now I work for HSBC as a Customer Development Officer. The responsibility for the position is to develop potential customer and keep a good relationship with our company's key channels."
Overcoming challenges
"In SIM GE, I was offered many interesting and challenging lessons such as macroeconomics and corporate finance. I overcame the obstacles through studying with my teammates, it enabled me to be more sophisticated in group assignments and to better work with group members."
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"As a CDO, I need to communicate with customers from different cultures. With SIM GE's emphasis on the global finance industry…it enabled me to analyse the economic tendency from a practical and professional view from my clients. It also allowed me to build a strong connection with my clients."
On life lessons learned in SIM GE
"In a team, each member has his own personality, since we have to reach an agreement, there are sometimes conflicts and compromises. In SIM GE, I learned how to effectively communicate with my teammates and how to accomplish the team's targets and to value individualism."
Special memories in SIM GE
"Everyday in SIM GE is special to me, I will always remember the lecturers who like raising questions, the friends who I shared notes with and the SIM staff who have always been so nice to us, especially, the aunty who gave me coffee and fishballs everyday! This is my youth, my SIM!
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N64 | Submitted by godsmack1xInsanity Level
At Thrash Mode press C-UP,C-LEFT,C-LEFT,C-RIGHT,L,R,C-DOWN,Z
N64 | Submitted by GamesRadarLevel Passwords
# Level 2 - R, C-Right, Z, R, L, C-Up, C-Left, C-Up at menu screen
# Level 3 - R, C-Right, C-Right, C-Right, R, C-Left, C-Down, Z at menu screen
# Level 4 - R, C-Right, C-Down, C-Left, C-Right, C-Right, Z, L at menu screen
# Level 5 - Z, C-Right, C-Down, C-Left, C-Right, C-Right, Z, L at menu screen
N64 | Submitted by GamesRadarUse Dirtbikes.
Press C up: C down: C left: hold C down and C left at the same time and press L , R, Z, C down, C left, C right.
N64 | Submitted by KevinRide Wheely the Whole Track
On insanity level - race #8(the wall) turn around and go to the end of the white cement then turn back around and get gooing about 260-270mph then hold down the "a" button and you should be holding the "z" button also.You now should ride a whelly the whole way.
N64 | Submitted by GamesRadarExtra Bikes
Use Big Game Mode to finish all the races to get 2 new bikes capable of 300mph+
N64 | Submitted by MemacStay Grounded
Hold L after falling off your bike to stay on the ground.
N64 | Submitted by Luke SavielloStronger Weapon Hit
When you are near somebody, hold down the direction they're in, c down, and c-right to perform an insanely strong hit!
N64 | Submitted by GamesRadarInsanely Fast Bikes
At the main screen put in C-Up, C-Left, C-Left, C-Right, Left button, Right button, C-Down, and Z. Then you will hear a sound to confirm that the code worked.
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This trick works best with insanity mode(c-up c-left c-right L R c-down Z c-up c-left). On the Cunstruction yard in multiplayer mode on deathmatch,( so you can do it as much as you want without getting wrecked)stop at the bottom of a big jump, Do a wheelie and start going. If you did it right, you should be abuot to fall over backwards at the end of the ramp, and your bike should go flying over backwards. If this doesn't work, try it from closer or farther away from the ramp.( Don't get discouraged if you don't land it the first time.) You can also do barrel rolls by skidding sideways at the end of a ramp or by crashing into walls at a slight angle!
N64 | Submitted by Greg KuhnBe The Cop
message: z,C Left,C Down,C Left,Z,L,R,C Down
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At the main menu press C-Right, C-Left, Z, L, R, C-Up
N64 | Submitted by GamesRadarTurbo Start
Hold down A when the race starts for a turbo start
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At he main menu press C-Up, C-Left, C-Left, C-Right, L, R, C-Down, Z
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great artwork, but that looks painful. haha. great observations though. hugsxxx
Many thanks Hilary…Yes it doe's look painful
Hee, hee, hee!!! Don't know if I'd genuflect like that on the beach…might be interpreted as an invitation!! lol Nice work Peter!
Thank you Kathibook.I was into yoga in a big way many years ago,but never tried this one
your pics always make me laugh Peter .. well the funny ones!
Thank you ginneymac you are very kind
LOL! Love it Peter!
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hahaha…I do yoga and that is exactly how it's done…on the beach :-))
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If it seems that ads from businesses offering services supporting the practice of law are popping up on your LinkedIn or Facebook feed more often than they used to, it's not your imagination.
According to a new study (PDF) recently released by Thomson Reuters, Georgetown University Law Center's Center for the Study of the Legal Profession and the University of Oxford Said Business School, more than half of large law firms and 60% of corporate law departments say they utilize alternative legal service providers (ASLP) to assist them with their burgeoning caseloads.
According to Chere Estrin, president and CEO of Estrin Legal Staffing, law firms and corporate legal departments outsource work in three main areas. They are:
In fact, the ever-increasing demand for professionals who can support the efforts of law firms and corporate legal departments is what led Estrin to create her company in 2009 in the first place. She is also the founder of the Organization of Legal Professionals (OLP), a non-profit entity providing online e-discovery training.
Based on the success of the OLP, it became clear to Estrin that her company "had a handle on people looking for jobs. We had an 'in' with candidates," she says.
When the recession hit and many lawyers lost their jobs, they sought ways to support themselves. Meanwhile, law firms and in-house departments still had work that needed to be completed, and the idea of hiring experienced lawyers on a contractual basis to assist with support services grew more appealing. Certainly, costs were lower, and slowly, law firms and in-house departments broke away from the notion they themselves needed to provide every service to their clients emanating from their cases.
With so many lawyers out of work after the recession, "unemployed lawyers could be hired for less than a paralegal," Estrin says. While fees being charged by these attorneys have increased since the recession, they are actually lower now than they were five years ago, she says. "What you get is a high quality, good attorney doing the work."
Today, it's not just out-of-work attorneys drawn to offering support solutions to law firms. They are attorneys in transition, retired lawyers seeking to supplement their incomes and lawyers looking to pad their caseload, Estrin says. And, contrary to the findings of the Thomson Reuters study, Estrin says it's not just Big Law or corporate-types outsourcing support services.
In fact, she says, it is mid-size law firms "where there is growth," she says. Still, Estrin says the overall findings of the report are right on. "Because of training aspects, law firms and corporate law departments are better served by utilizing outside support," she says, offering several reasons for that opinion.
Among them:
Steve Smith, president and founder of GrowthSource Coaching, agrees there is a growing need for ASLPs. "Areas that are gaining increased opportunity have to do with specialties the law firm does not have knowledge of," he says.
In addition, with the massive amount of government reform currently taking place, "huge areas of opportunity" are opening up for traditional law firms. Examples include taxation, healthcare, environmental, gender bias and workplace compliance.
While these specialties have been around for a long time, if a law firm's practice grows substantially in any of these areas, "the firm hires specialists and brings the business in-house," Smith says. "If it's less costly to use outside sources for specialized knowledge, they will go to these sources first."
Moreover, as the need to protect clients' confidential data from hacking and other matters stemming from the ever-increasing reliance on technology, specialists offering those services to law firms are establishing a niche for themselves. That saves corporate legal departments and law firms from having to create their own technology teams because they can hire outside experts to handle those responsibilities.
Tami Kamin Meyer is an Ohio attorney and writer.
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text: 0 comments 0 shares on Facebook 0 tweets on Twitter 0 shares on Linkedin Mobile Telco tips Unexpected mobile content charges A guide to direct carrier billing Do you buy apps, games, ringtones or entertainment on your phone? Our guide to what's called 'direct carrier billing' will help you to avoid unexpected third-party content charges on your mobile phone bill. Understanding direct carrier billing Signing up, cancelling and unsubscribing About the charges Getting help or a refund More information Watch our video for tips on how to avoid unexpected mobile content charges. Understanding direct carrier billing Direct carrier billing (DCB) allows you to easily buy digital content with only one or two clicks, and charge the purchase to your mobile phone bill or have it deducted from your prepaid balance. It's sometimes called 'third-party purchases' or 'content purchases' on your bill. This is because mobile providers do not market or develop the content services—instead, they come from third-party content providers. DCB can be an easy way to buy content online—however, some customers have found charges on their mobile bill for content they accidentally bought or believe they did not subscribe to. So, it pays to know how it works—particularly if you have children or others using your mobile phone. How does it work? You can use DCB to pay for a wide range of entertainment and content services, such as games, movies and music; apps and in-app purchases (including from Google Play); TV voting and competitions; ringtones; and age-restricted content. There are two types of purchases: one-off charges, like when you download a game or vote in a competition subscriptions that charge on an ongoing basis to play online games or receive content such as daily horoscopes, quizzes or personality tests. When using DCB, be aware that: you won't need to provide your bank account or credit card details your mobile provider pays the third party for the content, and then charges you in your monthly bill or from your prepaid balance your mobile provider may pass your phone number to the third-party content provider to supply you with the content these are extra charges, which are not part of your monthly plan for calls, SMS and data. Most importantly, you should always read the terms and conditions to understand any ongoing costs associated with the service. back to top Signing up, cancelling and unsubscribing How do I know if I've subscribed to a content service? You'll usually receive an SMS from the third-party content provider confirming your purchase. This message should provide: the name of the service a description of whether you've made a 'one-off' purchase or have subscribed the charges you'll see on your mobile bill how to unsubscribe from a subscription service a contact phone number for customer service. If you don't receive the confirmation SMS, you should check your mobile bill or prepaid account balance for these charges. Mobile providers require third-party content providers to advertise and communicate their services clearly, so you know exactly what you're getting. If you subscribe to receive regular content, you should receive ongoing SMS reminders from the third-party content providers, which may look like this: These messages help you know your ongoing subscription costs and how to opt out. Can I accidentally subscribe? Be careful when clicking on links such as banner advertisements—these may require you to make a purchase to view the content. Banner advertisements usually pop up in free mobile apps, as well as when browsing the web using your mobile. With one or two clicks, you may be subscribed. What is 'double opt-in'? Most mobile providers have a double opt-in process for subscriptions, which requires you to go through a two-step sign-up in order to access and use the service—this happens before you are charged. You'll usually be asked to confirm your purchase by pressing two buttons on the same screen, as seen in the example below. Or you may need to press on the purchase button twice to confirm, as in the example below. How do I cancel or unsubscribe? You'll need to contact the third-party content provider to unsubscribe from a service. If you still have the SMS from the third-party content provider, follow the instructions in the SMS. For example, you may be required to send the word 'STOP' by SMS to a 19 number. If you've subscribed to more than one service, you'll need to unsubscribe from each service separately. Each STOP message you send should cost $0.25 per SMS. For most providers, this is included in your plan. Once you send the STOP message, you should receive a SMS confirming that your subscription has been cancelled, like this: You will still be charged for any content you received before you unsubscribed from a service. If you don't receive an SMS, you can also call or email to cancel the subscription using the contact details on your bill or third-party content provider's website. If you're having trouble contacting the third-party provider, get in touch with your mobile provider. back to top About the charges How do charges appear on my bill? You can find DCB purchases on your mobile bill under headings such as 'content services' or 'third-party purchases'. They may look something like this: Your bill will usually contain the following information about third-party purchases: purchase date and time the service or content description; for example, 'online gaming service' or 'Google [app name]' the name of the third-party provider (sometimes with the ABN) and helpline number the amount of the charge. What if I'm a prepaid customer, or don't receive a bill? DCB can be used on your prepaid mobile. You can log in to your mobile provider's customer portal to check recent charges, or give them a call. Here are the customer portals for Telstra, Optus and Vodafone. How much will DCB cost? The terms and conditions will outline exactly what you're signing up for. They contain important information such as the price, and whether you are signing up to a subscription or one-off purchase. What is the average cost of DCB charges? One-off purchases—this will be a single charge on your mobile bill (like voting in a TV competition costing $0.55) and usually the charge is less than $20. Subscription services—these will usually be a weekly or monthly charge, typically from $4.99 per week. It's easy to see how these charges could quickly add up, so check our tips below on avoiding or managing DCB charges. back to top Getting help or a refund Where can I get help to understand the charges? Your bill will provide information about charges, including the amount and a contact number. If you are still unsure, contact the third-party content provider named on your mobile bill (or in the confirmation SMS), to ask for an explanation of the charges. If this doesn't help, your mobile provider can assist you. Ultimately, if you can't resolve your issue with either the content provider or your mobile provider, contact the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO). How do I seek a refund? You may be entitled to a refund if you were: charged without your consent misled about the charges or the nature of services. A refund may not be offered if you simply change your mind or if your mobile device has been used by someone else who made the purchases. The refund may be credited on your mobile phone account or mailed to you as a cheque. Contact your mobile provider or the third-party content provider named on your mobile bill to see if you can find a resolution. If your issue remains unresolved, contact the TIO. How can I avoid or manage DCB charges? There are a number of things you can do to avoid or limit your DCB charges: Ask your provider to bar access to DCB. Telstra, Optus and Vodafone have information on how to bar DCB for your mobile service. First, make sure all existing subscriptions have been cancelled by using one of the methods to unsubscribe from the service before barring DCB. Barring will not remove or cancel existing subscriptions. Your mobile provider applies a pre-set limit to your monthly spending on DCB. Both Telstra and Optus allow their prepaid and postpaid customers to use DCB with pre-set limits that you can adjust. Regularly check for DCB charges on your bill and in SMS notifications. If you're a prepaid customer, you can log in to view your account via your mobile provider's portal. Here are the customer portals for Telstra, Optus and Vodafone. Is there a limit on how much I can spend? Different mobile providers have different spending limits, and these may vary depending on if you're a prepaid customer, or one who receives a monthly bill (postpaid). Visit your provider's website for the latest on spending limits. Here's information for Telstra and Optus. back to top More information How do I activate DCB on my phone? If you don't have DCB on your mobile and want to use it, contact your mobile provider. Can I use DCB to buy online content using another device? You can use DCB as a payment method for online content such as competition voting and online games, even when using another device. By entering your mobile number into the content provider's payment screen, your content purchase will be charged to your postpaid mobile bill or deducted from your prepaid balance. If you share your mobile data with others via mobile tethering or a hotspot, their use of third-party content may be charged to your mobile account. What is the difference between DCB and Premium SMS (PSMS)? PSMS charges are another type of third-party service. However, these services are usually bought by texting a '19' code or calling an interactive voice response service, rather than clicking on a purchase button on a webpage or app. If you don't want to use PSMS to buy digital products and services, ask your mobile provider to bar it—this should be done in addition to barring DCB. PSMS are regulated by the Mobile Premium Services Code. Read more about PSMS. Where can I go for more information? Visit your mobile provider's website. Some common ones are listed below: Telstra Optus Vodafone Where can I find help with dispute resolution? If you're dissatisfied with the response from your mobile provider or third-party content provider to your complaint, you can call the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) on 1800 062 058 or visit www.tio.com.au. back to top Last updated: 13 December 2016


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English clubs salute WA stars
FORMER State team stars and Hall of Fame inductees Graham Normanton and Peter Holt have received the "superstar" treatment by their old clubs back in England.
Normanton, a regular with Hartlepool before heading Down Under in 1983 and going on to have a successul playing career with the likes of Perth Azzurri and Kingsway Olympic and then becoming one of WA's most successful coaches in a trophy-laden spell with Perth SC, featured in a double-page spread in a Pools programme.
And Holt, who was an amateur with Blackburn Rovers and a target for Burnley before deciding his future lay on the other side of the world, was given the star treatment in the Burnley programme when they hosted Manchester United in the Premier League towards the end of last year.
Peter, who was inducted into the Hall of Champions in 1996, enjoyed much success as a tricky winger with Perth Azzurri after arriving in 1967 and jointly holds the record for the number of State team representative appearances.
"I was on holiday in England and attended the Burnley-Man United game," he said. "I couldn't believe it when I opened the programme and saw a picture of myself with a story welcoming me back and wishing me well.
"It said that I had trials with Burnley when I was a youngster, but that wasn't true. I knew they were interested in me, but I was playing with Blackburn at the time. Even at that I gave it up for it was a long round-trip from my home in Littleborough in Greater Manchester.
"Still, it was wonderful to be remembered."
Normanton, who was inducted into the Hall of Recognition in 2008, was also overcome with emotion when he became aware of the story in the programme for the Hartlepool v Oxford United game towards the end of last year.
"A relative was at the match and brought back copies of the programme. I was astonished - even more so when they referred to me as one of Hartlepool's more successful exports."
In a feature headlined The Foreign Legion, the piece of Normanton read in part:
"Graham Normanton was a no-nonsense defender who played for Pools at the end of the 70s and early 80s.
"Hartlepool-born, he was spotted by Middlesborough when playing school football for High Tunstall, joining them as an apprentice. He spent a couple of years south of the Tees, but the first team was deemed to be too much of a step for him at Ayresome Park.
"Canny Pools manager Billy Horner was aware of Graham's situation and signed him for Pools in the summer of 1979.
"He made his debut for the club when he was 19, away to Wigan in the September of the same year. He was retained in the team and clocked up a dozen appearances in a struggling side.
"He played a few more times in 1981 and at the end of the season had the pleasure of knowing he was freed when reading about it in the local newspaper. He joined local side Horden Colliery Welfare in the Northern League and his committed style made him a regular choice for a couple of seasons before he packed his bags and headed Down Under."
The article concluded: "In and out of football, he has been one of the more successful Poolie exports."
PIC ONE: The Hartlepool programme story on Graham Normanton. PIC TWO: Graham receives his Hall of Fame award from Football West chairman Kevin Campbell. PIC THREE: Peter Holt at the Hall of Fame induction.
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I'm fed up with the countless credit card offers I receive…daily. I am spending one year documenting all the offers I receive to demonstrate the severity of the problem and how it relates to the larger American credit card debt crisis.
My goals are to highlight the fine print in these offers and ideally educate others regarding the danger of credit cards and the financial havoc they can wreak.


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When it comes to knowing more about the eye, you would see that there are many types of eye problems. Some are common and can be treated, while others are sight-threatening and not so easily corrected or overcome.
Short sightedness (myopia) and long sightedness (hypermetropia) are common conditions that can be overcome by wearing glasses. Both are caused when the cornea and lens do not focus properly on the retina. A short-sighted person's near vision is clear, but distant objects appear blurred. It occurs when the eyeball is elongated or the lens is too thick, causing the image to focus in front of the retina. A long-sighted person's distant vision is clear, but nearby objects appear out of focus. It occurs when the eyeball is too short or the lens too thin, causing the image to focus behind the retina.
Sight-threatening conditions are not so easily corrected or overcome. These include cataract, trachoma, glaucoma and river blindness, and can cause complete blindness if left untreated. To know more about the eye and these diseases click hereSightopedia
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Wilson Pickett died today of a heart attack at 64 years of age.
"Pickett's unforgettable first No. 1 R&B hit, "In the Midnight Hour."
A string of gritty Atlantic hits -- most of them cut at Stax, Muscle Shoals Sound in Alabama or Memphis' American Studios -- followed through the '60s. The biggest of these were "634-5789," "Mustang Sally," "Funky Broadway," "She's Lookin' Good" and "I'm a Midnight Mover." Pickett's most sizable hit, a cover of Chris Kenner's "Land of 1000 Dances," reached No. 6 on the pop chart in 1966. His top 20 1969 single "Hey Jude," a version of the Beatles tune, featured memorable solo work by guitarist Duane Allman."
"I'm gonna wait 'til the midnight hour
That's when my love comes tumbling down
I'm gonna wait 'til the midnight hour
When there's no one else around
I'm gonna take you girl and hold you
Do all things I told you
In the midnight hour
Yes I am, whoa, yes I am"
So long Mr. Pickett, and thanks!
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We've been exercise-walking together for many years, this group of three ya-yas, so named by one of our daughters after The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood. We have six daughters among us. I'm so afraid it's in one of our daughters' destinies to write a book about us. Whoever it turns out to be, may she please wait till we're all dead.
But I digress. More than its hanging in our way, the thing that has attracted me to this branch for at least three years, is that one of its twigs grows large lobeless leaves on a tree otherwise full of deeply lobed bristle-tipped leaves. How can that be?
At first we thought it was a caught branch fallen from another tree. Determining that not to be the case, we accepted it as some anomaly of the season, likely a one-time occurrence. But no, three years later the branch still produces the same oddly rounded leaves it has grown for at least as long as we've been attending it and probably longer. Our tree, by the way, is huge and many generations older than we.
I don't know my oaks, but the broad toothless leaves on the odd branch look to match the leaves of a blackjack oak in the field guides. The branch itself appears to have been damaged---as in possibly broken by a passing truck, then healed. Could that be the reason for the leaves of wonder? I'd be grateful to any tree experts out there who can explain. dkm, aka ya-ya #3
|Odd branch in September 2011
|Odd branch with Ya-ya Peggy
|September 2011
|October 2011, different angle
|Two leaves from same tree, November 2011
|Ya-yas Peggy and Pearl


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PSC has a proven track record in business acquisition, establishment and turnaround in the insurance services industry. The PSC Group comprises a portfolio of businesses ranging from start-ups to mature businesses. PSC has an experienced team of insurance practitioners, with broad skill sets, at both Board and Executive level. These are utilised across the different businesses to leverage efficiencies and opportunities.
PSC operates a diversified insurance intermediary business with operations and revenue in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Using FY2018 revenue as a guide, the concentration of revenue across jurisdictions is Australia approximately 75%, United Kingdom approximately 24% and the balance from New Zealand.
The PSC Group's principal businesses within the general insurance market comprise:
- Insurance Broking;
- an Authorised Representative network (PSC Connect);
- a Franchisee Network (PSC Reliance Partners)
- Reinsurance Broking;
- Underwriting agencies; and
- Wholesale Insurance Broking in the United Kingdom
Using FY2018 revenue as a guide, the concentration of revenue across business units is insurance broking 45%, Authorised Representative network 7%; reinsurance broking 9%, underwriting agencies 20%, Franchisee Network 3% and wholesale insurance broking in the United Kingdom 16%.
The PSC Group also operates complementary businesses including life insurance broking, on-line direct general insurance and third party claims management. Using FY2018 revenue as a guide, the concentration of revenue across these businesses is 5%.
The Company does not take underwriting risk but maintains relationships with many insurers in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
The PSC Group conducts its business through a number of separate licensed subsidiaries and also operates, through PSC Connect, an Authorised Representative network in Australia and New Zealand which are independent businesses operating under particular PSC Group licenses.
The PSC Group has a diverse client base. It predominantly services the insurance needs of SMEs. These clients have access to the full range of business services offered by the PSC Group. The PSC Group also services other insurance brokers through its United Kingdom broking and underwriting agency operations and services insurance carriers by way of their reinsurance operations.
Growing a diversified business
PSC started out as a single insurance broking business with five employees in 2006. It is now a highly diversified insurance business evidenced by a portfolio of over 80,000 clients, serviced by over 741 employees and partners, across three countries, through a number of business units.
Experienced Board & management
PSC has an experienced team of insurance practitioners with broad skill sets at Board and Executive level which is utilised across the different business units to leverage efficiencies and opportunities.
Growth by acquisitions
PSC has had an established history of acquiring, enhancing, integrating and turning around businesses across Australia and the United Kingdom to create a growing earnings base. PSC continues to actively identify acquisition opportunities and assess whether they meet PSC's acquisition criteria and are consistent with the PSC Group's strategy.
Organic growth of existing businesses
Businesses under PSC's ownership experience organic growth in revenue and earnings. All businesses in the PSC Group have experienced revenue or profit growth within three years of acquisition.
Culture of client focus
The management of PSC prides itself on its culture of client focus. This culture ensures that clients are the focus of everything they do, from exceptional client service to providing innovative and value added advice and products.
Attractive industry and growth opportunities
The global general insurance market is large and remains highly fragmented, which provide significant opportunities for consolidation. PSC is constantly assessing organic and acquisitive opportunities to grow the Company's profitability in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and other foreign jurisdictions.
Establishing new businesses
PSC has a history of investing in start-up businesses based on an assessment of market opportunities and trends and client needs. PSC intends to continue investment in business opportunities where the opportunity meets its strategic criteria.
Alignment of ownership
The Company has a strong culture which has an embedded equity ownership philosophy. This ownership by the founders of the Company (who will retain 61.8%% after the listing), key executives and staff, creates strong alignment of stakeholders. The Company believes the Roll-up will further strengthen this alignment.
Ability to realise synergies through business combination
A particular benefit from the PSC Groups large number of businesses is the opportunity to realise synergies through business combinations. The types of synergies that are available to PSC Group include enhancing the scale and negotiating position of individual businesses within the PSC Group as well as the centralisation of certain activities consistent across many of the underlying PSC Group businesses.


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by tulips371
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I designed and created this look today and absolutely love it! The skirt has a full elastic waistband made from a soft cotton fabric so it is nice and comfortable for the newborn. This was my first attempt at adding a wire hem. It was ok, just took a LOT of patience. I already had a ton of heavyweight jewelry-making wire so I just used that, and cased it in the hem with a pre-cut piece of bias tape. I didn't want it to be scratchy on the newborn's legs, so I fully lined it with the same soft cotton fabric that I used for the elastic waistband that really created a beautiful underskirt. To finish it off, I added a removable floral tulle accent at the center waist, and made a simple ruffled headband out of the soft cotton fabric :-)
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Bruce Skeggs, who was president of 96.5 Inner FM for over 10 years, passed away peacefully at Rosanna Views Nursing Home on Thursday 21st March 2013 at the age of 80. In his working career, Bruce was well known as a parliamentarian, journalist and trotting commentator. He presented the popular morning magazine programme "Personalities on Parade" from Monday to Friday for many years.
Bruce Skeggs was born in 1932 in Sydney. He learned voice production and microphone technique at an early age and sang in bands conducted by his mother. He won a singing talent quest at the age of 11 and in his teenage years appeared as a "Quiz Kid" on the popular radio programme hosted by John Dease. Bruce started a career as a cartoonist which eventually led to journalism. When a country race caller failed to arrive at a trotting meeting, Bruce stepped in and broadcast the event. His skill that day led to offers from other clubs and Bruce Skeggs began his career as a trotting race caller.
He went on to call a world record 34,000 harness races, including 20 Inter-Dominion Grand Finals from 1959 to 1979 for a network of radio stations. Bruce called races in 10 different countries – Australia, New Zealand, United States of America, Canada, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Germany and Macau. He was a harness racing journalist at The Argus and Farm and Home newspapers in the early 50's. In 1957 he joined Southdown Press and launched the original TV Week magazine. Bruce wrote the popular column "On The Beam" for TV Week and feature articles on the local television stars.
Bruce married his wife Evelyn and they had two sons and two daughters. He was the official on-course commentator for the Trotting Control Board, later known as the Harness Racing Board, at the Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. Bruce was a Liberal member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly from 1973 to 1982, representing Ivanhoe. He was the Liberal member of the Legislative Council from 1988 to 1996, representing Templestowe Province. He also served as Mayor of Heidelberg.
Bruce travelled the world as a radio broadcaster and on behalf of the many organisations in which he was involved. He was in New York on September 11th 2001 and was an eye witness to the terrorist attack on the World Trade Centre. Bruce was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2000 for his service to harness racing, to the Victorian Parliament and local government, and to the community.
When he retired Bruce was made a patron of 96.5 Inner FM. By a strange twist of fate one of his vocal recordings was played on his beloved radio station during "Top Hat, White Tie and Tails" on the day he died. Bruce was a gentleman and a role model to his family, friends and colleagues. Sadly Bruce lost his son Robbie and wife Evelyn in recent years.
Our sympathy is extended to Philip, Julie, Margaret and all the family. Who could ever forget Bruce on the microphone during our family Christmas parties, he had a beautiful voice and was a great singer. We have all lost a good friend who was a mentor to many people at 96.5 Inner FM and he will be sadly missed.
Kevin Trask
Bruce Skeggs speaks with Bruce Mansfield on "Mansfield's Melbourne" TV program on 10th March 1997, broadcast on Optus LocalVision Channel 50. Bruce talks about his early days as a race caller, working at The Argus, creating TV Week magazine and how he became involved in politics: http://youtu.be/cj3cAT-Ldbo
With thanks to Ash Long of the Melbourne Observer
Very sad to learn of the passing of Bruce Skeggs and although his health had been deteriorating for some years, this kind of news is always difficult to come to terms with. I knew Bruce very well masonically but also remember crossing to him at the trots when I was a very young announcer at 3XY in the 60's. My deepest condolences to all concerned.
Ray Lawrence, President, Radio Eastern 98.1
The Committee and Members of 3INR, 96.5 FM, express great sadness at the passing of much loved former President, Bruce Skeggs, whose leadership and enthusiasm guided the station from aspirant to established broadcaster. Bruce's legacy will never be forgotten. Sincere sympathy to Phillip, Julie, Margaret and their families. - Ken Petrucco, President 3INR.
Published in the Herald Sun 27/3/13
The Committee and Members of Eastern Community Broadcasters were saddened at the loss of their friend and colleague, Bruce. Deepest sympathies to his family.
Published in the Herald Sun 27/3/13
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Bruce Skeggs. As a young punter, I spent many a Saturday night at the Showgrounds trots listening to Bruce's dulcet tones. I was very fortunate to have worked with Bruce at Inner FM every Saturday morning for about 5 years on "The Racing and Pacing Show". His knowledge of the trotting game was second to none and it was real privilege to work with him and listen to his stories about the glory days of the trots back in the 60's and 70's. "The starter calls the field" was his catch cry as the horses moved into position. Deepest sympathy to his family and all his friends at 96.5.
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When I was young I like to play my video game, I played Playstation. At that time, I didn't really enjoy the music from the game, sometimes I heard it but sometimes not. I'd rather hear music from my cassettes collection, music from the bands I like. So, when I played Digimon 3, I always listened to one of my favorite band, System of A Down's album "Toxicity". Nowadays, I never played Digimon 3 anymore, but when I listen to System of A down I always remember the feeling, the excitement, the moment when I played Digimon3. I can remember my room, the wall, my desk, my action figures, my posters and everything else that placed surround me when I was playing the game.
Music can bring the ambience in the game. Music can make us visualize the game even by listen to something related to it. Even if I didn't listen to my audio player I will feel everything about the game if I hear the back sound of the game. I still remember the song of "Mappy" game ( a nintendo game about a mice collecting stuff chased by cats ). When I hear the song I remember my childhood at least the moments when I play Nintendo.
So my point is, a good video game should has a good music within it so we can always remember the game just by hearing the music.
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Ledsam Street,Birmingham, B16
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Located in the west Birmingham district of Ladywood. The Ledsam Picture House was opened in 1914. It was a small neighbourhood cinema, which most likely had seating provided all on a single level.
In 1930, it was re-named Regent Cinema and was modernised in 1932, becoming the New Regent Cinema. It was closed in 1958, and has been demolished with most of the entire area redeveloped.
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CSWalczak on September 18, 2012 at 10:12 am
Here is an undated advertisement for the theatre; the caption indicates that the Ladywood Methodist Church now occupies the site.
Mike_Blakemore on September 18, 2012 at 10:55 am
In 1932. The Cinema became Part of the BT Davis Circuit
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'Hotel Rehearsal' is an art exhibit that satirizes the current real estate climate in one of the world's biggest cities. Anyone who's had to rent a room in or around New York City, whether for short- or long-term, knows that even tiny spaces come at a premium. Artist Alex Schweder's Hotel Rehearsal teases that fact by offering a room the size of a parking space -- which is also actually parked in a parking space.
The Hotel Rehearsal exhibit consists of an inflatable bubble inside of which sits a mattress. This bubble is placed atop a Jacob's ladder which itself sits on a van, making the entire exhibit portable. When activated, the tiny room is hoisted into the sky, acting as a private space in the middle of the city.
Unexpected Furniture Fabrics
Immersive Fashion Installations
Vegetation Art Exhibitions
Satirical Business Jargon Installations
Virtual Afterlife Experiences
'Hotel Rehearsal' Satirizes the Premiums for Hotels Around NYC
- By: Joey HaarOct 25, 2016
References: alexschweder & fastcodesign
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Companies hire me to help them come up with strategies to take best advantage of Oracles seemingly convoluted licensing rules.
Now, Im not bragging here, but more often than not, I find millions in possible savings; the problem is that the customers learn the one truth they often dont want to hear.
Whatever situation they find themselves in with Oracle is typically their own fault.
Yes, folks, as much as we would all like to blame Oracle or any vendor really, its usually our own decisions, our own poor asset management process that costs our organization the really big dollars.
The big news last week was that Oracle supposedly caved in to market pressure concerning multicore processors.
The disconnect is that Oracle still believes in the concept that the power of the processor somehow impacts the value an organization receives from its database software.
Many users still remember when Oracle introduced the concept of power units.
With power units, Oracle calculated the number of processors multiplied by the speed of the processor (MHz) to come up with a pricing unit they called a power unit.
Furthermore, they calculated that a RISC processor should have a 50 percent upcharge over an Intel based processor.
Oracle was not exactly out on a limb here, because capacity-based pricing had been accepted practice for years.
The problem with power units, of course, is that each generation processor is faster, meaning customers had to keep buying additional power units from Oracle as they migrated to newer hardware, even if the actual number of processors stayed the same.
Needless to say, customers were not happy then, and Oracle had to abandon that model within a short time.
The 75 percent solution (each core equals 75 percent of a processor) is similar.
Consider the case today where you have licensed Oracle on a four-processor, dual-core server.
Under the old model, you would have to pay $40K multiplied by eight (eight cores) for a total of $320k.
Under the new model, you would pay $240K, a 25 percent discount.
Now lets say you migrate to a two-processor (five-core) server in two years.
Even though you have reduced the number of processors, you would have to pay Oracle $80k for the two additional cores, thereby eliminating any discount you received initially. Addition by subtraction, some might say.
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How I Learned to Love Traveling Alone
I recently spent a week in France with a friend of mine. We had a grand time laughing, gorging on croissants, and knocking back Champagne — forging such pleasant memories amid exceptional settings are, of course, why people choose to travel together. But I am just as content to navigate a foreign locale solo. In fact, I prefer it. On this sojourn, like any other where I am in the company of others, there were moments I yearned for solitude.
But this unbridled independence wasn't always the case. Here's how I learned to love the lone nomadic life.
When I lived in New York, for years I was terrified of dining at a table for one. What if I was spotted with just a bowl of chicken curry and The New Yorker and deemed friendless? Boarding a plane to another country, where I would be alone day after day, seemed even more menacing.
As I started frequently traveling for work, this fear dissipated and I began to grow enamored of luxuriating in quiet hotel rooms and savoring Gimlets on bar stools next to anonymous patrons. On your own, I realized, you can travel however you damn please.
There is no one to say you can't splurge on the Michelin-starred restaurant's tasting menu, and no one to judge you for the $50 bottle of Chablis you'll relish all night. Likewise, if you're more inclined to take advantage of the free breakfast buffet or opt for that pragmatic on-the-run slice of pizza, there's no one trying to convince you to sleep in and order up overpriced brioche French toast from room service.
Of course, this freedom applies to all realms, not just food, although clearly that coveted lunch reservation ranks higher for me than excessive gawking at the Impressionism collection. The point is: Go your own way and there's not an iota of guilt when you swap the afternoon tea spread or architectural tour for a nap. Solitude is one of life's rare scenarios where you never have to give in.
I've also found that I'm more likely to make new friends when I travel alone. If you're in the midst of a conversation (or having a tiff over the next day's activities) with a pal, the chances to banter with someone new are slim. There's also no one to consult about scrapping pasta plans at a second's notice if attending, say, an animated craft-beer tasting on a boat with people you met an hour prior is more desirable. Alone, you might snag an invite to a sublime hole-in-the-wall bistro you would never have known existed, or chat up someone who has an intimate grip on the city (and who can steer you toward a quality doughnut).
But perhaps the most important reason I've learned to love going it alone is, ahem, personal growth. Yes, it's corny, but the transformative effects are powerful, even more so when you're flying solo. Doing so forces you to transcend your comfort zone through big, wide steps you take with no one else. Deciphering confounding metro lines, ordering a medium-rare steak in the native tongue and pondering life from atop a majestic castle instill you with a sense of empowering, unparalleled gratification.
Thriving on a lifestyle fueled by solitary jet-setting, last year I plunged even deeper into the unknown by moving to Budapest. Now my real life, it's marked by comforting routine visits to the same cafes and dive bars, where I confidently swill Americanos and rosé by myself. It was traveling on my own that gave me the courage to do so.
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I came mainly for the Bodies exhibit because I've been wanting to go to the Vegas exhibit for a long time now but somehow I keep forgetting to go when I am actually in Vegas.
Just as I suspected, the exhibit was fascinating. I was both intrigued and a little bit mortified to be that close to such well preserved real human bodies. All the bodies came from China so they are all Chinese. You can basically see everything from muscle fibers, to bones, to the inside of the human body. The bodies are posed in different ways and each show something different. There were also individual display cases focusing on almost every single organ, vein and even nerves. They also showed what diseased body parts looked like as compared to normal body parts. There was also one body that displayed replacement parts, such as hip, knee and shoulder replacements.
The exhibit is divided into different rooms that concentrate on different body parts, such as the heart, lungs, bowel, etc.
As I said, you can basically see the human body in every which way, including sliced in half, sectioned or a combination of both. It is an amazing exhibit to learn and see how the human body works. I've always known that the body is very complex but to see it broken down to very small details was beyond interesting.
And just because we were already there and because I loved the movie, we decided to go check out the Titanic exhibit as well.
So I enjoyed this exhibit because I've always been fascinated by the Titanic. So if this sounds like you, then you'll probably enjoy this. There is a lot of information inside the exhibit on the ship, the sinking and the people. There are also items on display of stuff that they've managed to salvage from the site. This exhibit reminded me a bit of the exhibit at the Museum of Tolerance.
Bodies The Exhibition & Titanic The Experience
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