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People make a big deal out of New Year's Eve. It's the last day of the calendar year (at least in the Gregorian calendar), and from Times Square in New York City to the dimly-lit, local watering holes, festive crowds sing, drink, holler, and carry on (some even get a few of the lyrics of "Auld Lang Syne" right!). Charleston revellers and music lovers have plenty of celebratory mini-concerts and parties to choose from. Listed below are some of the stand-out rock 'n' roll shows happening on New Year's Eve. City Paper asked a member from each band for a quick and honest New Year's resolution for 2008. Check 'em out and have a great time.
ART'S BAR & GRILL (413 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 849-3040)
Water Street (www.myspace.com/everettebigbee)
One of the "many musical excursions" of local rock guitarist and singer Everette Bigbee (of Big J. Hosaphat). Water Street features singer/guitarist Scott Freeman, drummer Kevin Smith, bassist Chris Nisoff.
Resolution for 2008: "Just to work more and to play with more people more of the time," says Bigbee. "I'd like to say this is purely musical, but my wallet would like it too. And maybe quit smoking. Ha!"
CUMBERLAND'S (301 King St., Downtown, 577-9469)
Live Oak (www.liveoakjams.com)
Local rock ensemble Live Oak — singer/guitarist Campbell Brown, guitarist Brian Graham, keyboardist Stephen Stokes, bassist Ike Griffin, and drummer Dan Logan — and newly-established Modern Day Monks perform Cumberland's last-ever gig.
Resolution for 2008: "To show how grateful we are to be a part of music here in Charleston," says Brown. "Charleston has been very good to us. With Cumberland's closing, what better way to start off a resolution of thankfulness than blowing the roof off on New Year's Eve?"
HALLIGAN'S (3025 Ashley Town Center, West Ashley, 225-4347)
Dante's Camaro (www.myspace.com/dantescamaro)
Comprised of the rowdiest members of Black Venus, MovieStar, and Skintight, local hard-rock/metal cover band Dante's Camaro are "hell-bent on shooting demonic decibels out of our cocks and into your ears."
Resolution for 2008: "After dominating all of the competition in '07, Dante's Camaro remains not only the best looking band in Charleston today — but ready to ascend to our rightful place to the top of the pile in '08," says singer Ben Dante.
HENRY'S ON THE BOULEVARD (816 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 971-1777)
Party Mouth (www.myspace.com/partymouth)
Charleston's funky/rockin' Party Mouth — lead vocalist Allison Tysinger, drummer/vocalist Jim Ratcliffe, bassist Jess Anderson, and guitarist J.R. Getches — play a variety of vintage soul and disco, Top 40, and '80s arena rock with the emphasis on the heavy dance beat.
Resolution for 2008: "To create more joy, have more faith that good things will happen, and look for the blessings in my life," says Tysinger. "How's that for deep?"
HURRICANE ALLEY (1761 Main St., Summerville, 873-9220)
OverDrive (www.myspace.com/theoverdriveband)
Newly-formed hard-rock quartet OverDrive and Columbia metal band Neverbetter are co-headlining the "Hard Rockin' New Year's Eve" in Summerville. OverDrive are "guaranteed to rock your ass off."
Resolution for 2008: "Our official New Year's resolution is to become Charleston's premier rock band unparalleled in sound and performance, and to drink a few beers with our fans along the way," says bassist Jimmy Bennett.
MORGAN CREEK GRILL (80 41st Ave., Isle of Palms, 886-8980)
Carroll Brown Trio (www.carrollbrownmusic.com)
A specially-assembled acoustic Americana set from the Carroll Brown Trio ... an "easy listening" mix of American and European folk and country music.
Resolution for 2008: "To work on more gigs and to see my friends more often ... which is an oxymoron," says Brown.
THE MAP ROOM (1650 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. W. Ashley, 769-6336)
I Can't Believe It's Not Better (www.myspace.com/notbetter)
Local indie/punk band I Can't Believe It's Not Better (replete with fiddle!) share the wild bill of rock and mischief at the Map Room with The Keepers, The 33's, and Sandinistas! (a Clash Tribute band).
Resolution for 2008: "To better our between-song banter with public speaking lessons from Miss Teen South Carolina," chimes ICBINB's Yates Better. "We, too, believe that our education like such as in South Africa and the Iraq everywhere like such as..."
MUSIC FARM (32 Ann St., Downtown, 853-3276)
Charleston hard-rock trio Leslie landed a great spot opening for Will Hoge (see story on p. 102) and Jason Isbell's band. Singer-guitarist Sadler Vaden, drummer Jonathan Carmen, and bassist Jason Fox have had a killer year on the road.
Resolution for 2008: "My New Year's resolution is to learn how to roller skate," says Vaden. "So, if there's any roller-girls out there that can show me a thing or two, I would be much obliged. That's something I've missed out on as a young lad."
THE POUR HOUSE (1977 Maybank Hwy., James Island, 571-4343)
Sol Driven Train (www.soldriventrain.com)
The guys from Sol Driven Train have been making Charleston dance and shake for over a decade. They welcome guitarist Clay Ross (formerly Charleston-based) as the special guest.
Resolution for 2008: Singer/guitarist Joel Timmons says, "Drink more beer and eat less chicken wings!"
RED'S ICE HOUSE (98 Church St., Mt. Pleasant, 388-0003)
The Secrets (www.myspace.com/thesecrets)
Local quintet, jamming from a funky foundation of '70s R&B, '60s Motown and soul, and the groovier side of classic rock.
Resolution for 2008: "I've resolved to start smoking," says guitarist Doug Walters. "This year, I'm going to buckle down and get serious. I'm gonna start off with the nicotine gum, then move up to the patch, and by spring, I plan on being up to at least one and a half packs a day. If it kills me."
SHOOTERS OF SUMMERVILLE (1704 Old Trolley Road, Summerville, (843) 873-2002)
Neverthaless (www.myspace.com/neverthaless)
Based in Summerville, rock quartet Neverthaless are weekend warriors who "just love jammin', drinkin', and laughin' ... we do it with balls and don't take ourselves too seriously."
Resolution for 2008: "With the forthcoming election in 2008, I'm hopeful but remain skeptical, that all of the candidates have a plan to reduce or eliminate band trailer theft," says bassist Mike Szemly. "I resolve to hit the trail and demand answers."
SNAPPER JACK'S (14 Center St., Folly Beach, 588-2060)
Graham Whorley Band (www.grahamwhorley.com)
Whorley is a long-time fave on the Charleston jam scene and a master with a loop pedal.
Resolution for 2008: "We would like to get more people registered to vote than we did last year," says Whorley. "Cut down on smoking, open the ears of many new fans, and learn how to do the cha-cha."
THE VILLAGE TAVERN (1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 884-6311)
The Explorers Club (www.myspace.com/explorersclub)
Jivin' and twistin' guitar-pop sextet The Explorers Club recently self-released an EP, and landed an official record deal with indie label Dead Oceans.
Resolution for 2008: "To bring our joyful sounds to as many people as possible this coming year," says lead guitarist Jason Brewer. "2008 holds a lot of promise."
WILD WING (6 N. Market St., Downtown, 722-9464)
Soul Fish (www.otherbrotherent.com)
Soul Fish — guitarists Rotie Salley and Kenny Meyer, bassist Blair Halford, and drummer/percussionist/lead vocalist Morgan Sprott — handle a variety of melodic classic rock tunes and Top 40.
Resolution for 2008: "If you do not take pride in your work, it's not worth doing," says Sprott.
WILD WING — MT. PLEASANT (664 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 971-WING)
Plane Jane (www.planejanerocks.com)
The funk/party-rock band — led by guitarist Scott Sain — perform from a set of over 400 covers of Motown and 1960s classics, '70s Top-40 hits, disco, funk, rock, hip-hop, and pop.
Resolution for 2008: Sain says, "No more drinking, no more cursing, all Josh Groban songs for 2000 ... and definitely no more lying!"
WILD WING — N. CHARLESTON (7618 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, 818-WING)
TrickKnee (www.myspace.com/trickknee)
Specializing in an impressively wide variety of classic and modern rock and guitar pop — from the Stones and Cash to Petty and Pearl Jam.
Resolution for 2008: "To have a new disc finished and ready in 2008," says singer/guitarist Matt Jordan.
THE WINDJAMMER (1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms, 886-8948)
The Blue Dogs (www.bluedogs.com)
Windjammer veterans Blue Dogs celebrate New Year's Eve with special guests The Edison Project.
Resolution for 2008: "To write some strong new material," says singer/guitarist Bobby Houck. "We've always written songs for specific projects. Now that we're not touring full-time, I'd love to get some new material and perhaps make it into a recording studio in 2008."
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Urge incontinence, which is often referred to as overactive bladder, is usually a result of a weakening of muscles because of pregnancy, childbirth, weight gain or menopause. It causes the frequent and sudden urge to use the bathroom, as well as leaking when laughing, coughing, jogging, sneezing or heavy lifting.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria enter the urethra and multiply. UTIs are much more common in women than in men, but are highly treatable with antibiotics.
Diets high in cranberries can support urinary tract health in women, and a concentrated cranberry supplement is recommended by many experts. Dr. Newton's Naturals sells Foremost's Concentrated Cranberry to help women avoid embarrassing and painful urinary ailments.
Cranberry supplements are great for men and women. They not only promote a healthy urinary tract, but they are high in antioxidants for a healthy immune system.

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The Resveratrol Lift skin care collection was designed to enhance skin and restore some of its youthful properties.
The skin care collection from Caudalie was designed with the help of the life-extension scientist Dr. David Sinclair, who works at Harvard University and the formula it is made from was co-filed with Harvard Medical School. The skin care collection claims to make skin firmer, "redensify" it and give it a lifted appearance. Products in the Resveratrol Lift collection include a night cream, an eye-lifting balm, a face lifting moisturizer with SPF, a face-lifting soft cream and a firming serum.
As more women and men look to prevent or delay the aging process, skin care collections that are backed by research from a world-renowned doctor are likely to capture the attention of consumers.
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Archaeology of Israel: Constructing the Past, Interpreting the Present
by Silberman, Neil Asher, Small, David•
Sheffield Academic Press 1997
This challenging volume offers a timely and extensive overview of the current state of archaeology in Israel. Including contributions by leading scholars, the essays focus on current problems and cutting-edge issues, ranging from reviews of ongoing excavations to new analytical approaches. Of interest not only to archaeologists, but to social historians as well, the topics include archaeology and social history, archaeology and ethnicity, as well as the overarching issue of how texts and archaeological knowledge are to be combined in the reconstruction of ancient Israel.
With the Logos Bible Software edition, you have unprecedented access to the most important scholarly material on the history and culture of the ancient Near East in general and Israel in particular. The powerful search tools in your digital library help you locate the specific material relevant to your study. All references to the Old Testament are directly linked to the Hebrew texts in your library, along with your preferred English translations. What's more, double-clicking any word in any language automatically opens up your preferred lexicons and searches for a match—giving you access to definitions, etymology, and usage examples. These advanced tools make the Logos edition of these important works on Israel's history an important addition to the libraries of scholars, pastors, and students of the Old Testament.
Key Features
- Includes scholarly findings of Old Testament scholars, historians, archeologists, and sociologists
- All references to the Old Testament are linked to original language texts and English translations in your library
- "Politics and Archaeology," Amos Elon
- "Archaeology, Political Culture, and Culture in Israel," Yaacov Shavit
- "Structuring the Past: Israelis, Palestinians, and the Symbolic Authority of Archaeological Monuments"
- "Historical Imaginings, Ideological Gestures: W.F. Albright and the 'Reasoning Faculties of Man,'" Burke O. Long
- "Tel Miqne-Ekron: An Iron Age I Philistine Settlement in Canaan," Trude Dothan
- "The Yigael Yadin Memorial Excavations at Hazor, 1990—93: Aims and Preliminary Results," Amnon Ben-Tor
- "Discoveries at Tel Dor," Ephraim Stern
- "The Excavations at Tel Beth Shean During the Years 1989—94," Amihai Mazar
- "The Revolutionary Effects of Archaeology on the Study of Jewish History," Lee I. Levine
- "Jewish Ritual Baths—Interpreting the Digs and the Texts," Benjamin G. Wright III
- "Pots and People Revisited: Ethnic Boundaries in the Iron Age I," Israel Finkelstein
- "Can Pig Remains Be Used for Ethnic Diagnosis in the Ancient Near East?," Brian Hesse and Paula Wapnish
- "Group Identification and Ethnicity in the Construction of the Early State of Israel," David B. Small
- "Philology, Theology, and Archaeology: What Kind of History Do We Want, and What is Possible?," William G. Dever
- "Text and Artifact: Two Monologues?," Baruch Halpern
Product Details
- Title: Archaeology of Israel: Constructing the Past, Interpreting the Present
- Editors: Neil Asher Silberman, David B. Small
- Publisher: Sheffield Academic Press
- Publication Date: 1997
- Pages: 352
About the Authors
Neil Asher Silberman is an author specializing in the history and politics of modern archaeology.
David Small is Associate Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.


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Web Design Made Breezi
Monday, April 2nd, 2012
By Sarah Handelman
Here's some news for the right-brained readers. There's a new web editor in town that will save us from cursing HTML code and other techy aspects of making a pretty page online. If you are the type that wishes a simple click would make that button bigger, your web design instincts might finally be met. Breezi is a new web editor that appeals to the visually inclined rather than the CSS set. Designed and developed by Freshout, the San Francisco-based company behind the hugely successful Storify — Breezi aims to help put web into the hands of creatives don't have the time, interest or budget to master coding but still want to run the show.
"We found that a lot of people who didn't know CSS were trying to use tools that required a working knowledge of code," says Chris Anderson, who co-founded Freshout and heads up Breezi's community outreach. "But Breezi lets them focus on the design." By making the construction of a website instinctively visual, he says that Breezi can give more traditional designers the tools to build beautiful websites without the worry of learning curves.
Breezi remains in beta, but in late March the company announced that anyone can sign up and immediately start designing. Right now, the editor offers dozens of basic layouts that function as blank canvases. Every column, margin and page element can be manipulated at the click of a button. Cropping and editing tools appear by clicking on image corners. The team is continually developing a slew of social media and responsive apps. And users can even choose from a cache of pre-selected Google fonts. It gets better: In order to generate more website samples and templates, the Breezi folks are offering to design any website in Breezi for free. Just give 'em a good reason.
Anderson says that Breezi's distinction is its complete customizability. Unlike other sites built using web editors, he explains that when visitors click on a page created with Breezi, they don't recognize it as a site built with an editor. It looks custom because it is.
Still, Breezi isn't for every designer. In its current form, Breezi does not offer a multi-tiered log-in, which limits its accessibility within organizations. Anderson explains that Breezi works best when it comes to building portfolios or sites managed by one. Those who use a combination of theme and CSS-based web editors, such as WordPress, may choose to rely on a few lines of HTML than this click-and-drag system. The site's developers admit they relied on code in order to execute a few specific ideas, but the team hopes to develop the site-specific tools for Breezi's framework.
Anderson acknowledges there are kinks to work through, but with hosting included in a slim price tag of 12 dollars per month, Breezi might be worth a try. Plus, one of the editor's biggest strengths is its live customer support. "We want to make it as intuitive as possible, so we're constantly applying the feedback we get from our customers to changes and new functions," he says. If you think Breezi is easy now, it's likely to get even friendlier in new versions. And us right-brainers? We've got one less excuse for not having that slick site we always wanted.


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|Trent Bridge, Nottingham
|England v Sri Lanka
|PD Collingwood, WPUJC Vaas, SL Malinga, M Muralitharan, ST Jayasuriya, MJ Hoggard
|Sri Lanka in England 2006
DateLine: 3rd June 2006
Sri Lanka left themselves 47 runs ahead of England at stumps on the second day of the third and final Test at Trent Bridge here Saturday.
 Upul Tharanga was 17 not out and Kumar Sangakkara 22 not as Sri Lanka looked to give Muttiah Muralitharan enough runs to bowl at to help them square the series at 1-1 after the off-spinner, in what could be his last Test in England, had taken three for 62 in the first innings.
 Before stumps Sri Lanka, who closed on 45 for one, lost Michael Vandort for five after the left-hander was bowled off the inside edge by Matthew Hoggard.
 In England's six-wicket second Test win at Edgbaston they lost four wickets, all to Muralitharan, chasing the modest 78 they needed for victory.
 And the prospect of having to pursue a bigger target, to seal their first series win since last year's Ashes, against Murali in the final innings was not something England would relish.
 They were earlier bowled out for 229, a first innings deficit of two runs, with Paul Collingwood top-scoring with 48.
 Murali's spell between lunch and tea was an especially miserly one for 17 in 17 overs with nine maidens.
 Durham all-rounder Collingwood, two runs short of his fifty at tea, failed to add to his score before he was plumb lbw, on the backfoot, to a full-length delivery from left-arm quick Chaminda Vaas.
 He worked hard for his runs, facing 184 balls in more than three-and-a-half hours with one six.
 Collingwood may have been inhibited by the fact that England had lost their last five first innings wickets for five runs at Edgbaston.
 But Jon Lewis, in his debut Test innings, hit four boundaries as England went past 200 and put on 33 for the ninth wicket with Hoggard.
 It was another example of effective lower-order batting after Sri Lanka's last-wicket stand of 62 between Vaas and Muralitharan had taken them past 200.
 Lewis was last man out, when going for the boundary which would have given England the lead, he holed out to Tillakaratne Dilshan off Lasith Malinga in the covers for 20.
 Earlier, Collingwood and Geraint Jones eked out a stand of 33 before the wicket-keeper went down the pitch to drive Muralitharan only to be stumped by Sangakkara for 19 to leave England 151 for six.
 Jones, whose batting had been a major reason for his inclusion in the side, had now scored just 43 runs in his last five completed Test innings.
 Runs all but dried up before Collingwood on-drove Murali for six.
 That was England's only boundary of a second session on a pitch, which although slightly slow, was far from a batting terror track.
 England resumed Saturday on 53 for two with Alastair Cook 12 not out and Kevin Pietersen, who made 142 at Edgbaston, unbeaten on six.
 Fast bowler Malinga, with his distinctive 'slingshot' action, made the first breakthrough Saturday when a 90mph delivery bowled flat-footed left-hander Cook off the inside edge for 24.
 Pietersen's duel with Murali had been the central drama at Edgbaston.
 But two balls after seeing him hoist a six over mid-wicket, Murali had Pietersen, checking a vertical-bat sweep out of the rough against the doosra, giving an easy catch to Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene at short fine leg for 41, with one six and four fours.
 Then 117 for four became 118 for five when former captain and left-arm spinner Sanath Jayasuriya, in his first Test since ending his retirement from the five-day game, had the dangerous Flintoff caught off a forcing shot at slip by Jayawardene for one.
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Help an underprivileged child warm up this winter by donating to Cover Laredo 2007 sponsored by the Texas A&M International University Student Government Friday, Nov. 30 through Friday, Dec. 7.
The TAMIU Student Government is asking for new or gently used blankets, jackets and sweaters in all sizes that will be donated to children who may not otherwise have anything to keep them warm during Laredo's few, but cold months.
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Donate at any of the conveniently located donation stations at TAMIU in the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library, Residential Learning Community Clubhouse and Student Center, room 224.
The Killam Library will be open from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 12 – 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 and 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3 – Friday, Dec. 7.
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The RLC Clubhouse will be open for donations from 8 a.m. – midnight during the donation drive.
Mall del Norte will also host a donation station at the JC Penney Court Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 1 from 3 – 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 2 from 3 – 7 p.m., and Monday, Dec. 3 – Thursday, Dec. 6 from 3 – 8 p.m.
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ReportsnReports.com adds report 2014 Strategies for the Global Respiratory Diseases Diagnostic Testing Market to its store. This new report provides analysis of the global respiratory disease testing market, including emerging tests, technologies, instrumentation, sales forecasts by country, market shares, and strategic profiles of leading suppliers.
About this Report
This report presents detailed analysis of the Respiratory Disease market in the US, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK) and Japan. Current scientific views on epidemiology and etiology are provided for Adenovirus, Influenza, Legionella, Mononucleosis, Mycoplasma, Pneumonia, RSV and Tuberculosis. The report provides test volume and sales forecasts by country and market segment, including:
- Hospitals
- Commercial/Private Labs
- Physician Offices
- Public Health Labs
Complete report is available at http://www.reportsnreports.com/reports/274369-2014-strategies-for-the-global-respiratory-diseases-diagnostic-testing-market.html.
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- Examines market applications of Molecular Diagnostics, Monoclonal Antibodies, Immunoassays, IT and other emerging technologies; thirteen
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One of the concepts taught by the late Professor Remy A. Presas was ambidexterity.
Professor Presas was a natural left hander who also trained his right hand. His left hand was his "ace in the hole" as he fought. He found through experience that the vast majority of FMA fighters were right handers who did not know how to counter the left handers.
So when he moved to North America, he insisted that his students learn to handle the stick with both hands. To this end, he introduced various drills and techniques designed for a player to gain proficiency with the left hand.
The above video by Master Chuck Gauss is a nice illustration of this concept. He switches from the right hand to the left hand in demonstrating two different techniques.
What happens if your dominant hand becomes injured in combat? You are doomed if you don't possess any skill in your non-dominant hand. It is wise to practice both hands. For this reason, Modern Arnis heavily emphasizes ambidexterity, starting with the four basic sinawali drills. It takes a considerable amount of time to become proficient with a stick in your non-dominant hand. Patience and lots of repetitions are key to gaining proficiency in ambidexterity.
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Thank you to everyone who came out to the show.
It was another great success!
We had hundreds of people pass through, we had a record number of vendors both large and small, and the weather was GREAT!
You can view Dandyhorse's blog of the event here as well as photos on CBN's Facebook page.
Please join us as we celebrate our 4th annual Toronto Vintage Bicycle Show Sunday July 26th from 10am -5pm in Trinity Bellwoods Park!
This is a shine and show event. So, if you have a vintage classic that's been sitting in your garage or basement for the last little while, this is your chance to shine it up and show it off to the world!
Vendor space is available for merchants; $65 for retail vendors, $30 for individuals.
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Belarus has imposed a $3 million fine on the Soros Foundation for what the Government said were currency exchange violations, apparently in an effort to shut down the country's largest independent nongovernmental organization, spokesmen for the foundation said yesterday.
The fine follows what foundation officials in New York called a monthlong campaign of harassment against the foundation, which supports educational, ecological and medical programs as well as civic groups and individuals critical of President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko's efforts to suppress opposition in the former Soviet republic of 10 million people.
Belarussian tax officials issued the fine after a monthlong audit concluded that the foundation had violated its status as a charitable organization by supporting unsanctioned opposition rallies and taken other actions that Belarus state television had earlier called ''an intervention in Belarus's domestic affairs.''
In an interview yesterday, George Soros, the American financier and a philanthropist whose money supports the foundation, called the Government's charges ''totally without merit'' and said the fine was a ''blatant attempt to close the foundation by imposing an exorbitant penalty for nonexisting infractions.''
While the foundation has appealed the Government's decision, Mr. Soros added, the fine will not be paid.Continue reading the main story
''It is not meant to be paid,'' he said. ''It is meant to close us down. And it is part of a concerted campaign by Lukashenko to consolidate his power by suppressing the independent sector in Belarus.''
The United States has been increasingly concerned about the growing authoritarianism of the Belarus President, a flamboyant former collective-farm boss who has spoken admiringly of Stalin and the virtues of dictatorship.
Last month, Mr. Lukashenko and President Boris N. Yeltsin of Russia initialed a watered-down version of a charter that paves the way for the union of the two ex-Soviet republics.
Mr. Soros, whose Open Society Institute in Moscow spent some $44 million on diverse charitable, scientific, education and democratic programs in Russia last year, has called upon Russia to protest Mr. Lukashenko's efforts to close down his foundation in Belarus.
Mr. Lukashenko's crackdown on the Belarus Soros Foundation began in earnest in March when he ordered an investigation of all nongovernmental organizations in the country. Two other nongovernmental groups -- the United States-based City of Hope, which distributes food and clothing in Belarus, and the German-financed Chernobyl Children's Fund -- were forced to close after Belarus charged them with financial irregularities, which they, too, have denied.
Later that month, the American executive director of the Soros Foundation was expelled after the Government charged him with interfering in domestic affairs for attending an opposition rally.
On April 23, Belarus tax inspectors concluded that 19 grants made by the Soros Foundation, including one supporting a documentary film about a small Belarussian town and another to create an archive on the 1986 Chernobyl disaster, were not covered by the foundation's tax-exempt status. On Wednesday, inspectors also accused the foundation of failing to comply with a Government decree requiring licensed groups to sell all hard currency holdings to the Government at the official exchange rate.
Since its creation in Minsk four years ago, the Belarus Soros Foundation has spent more than $13 million supporting the development of education, science and civic groups in Belarus.Continue reading the main story


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Thursday, September 16, 2010
Effortless Love
She wanted to crawl inside her Grandma's heart for it was ample, open, and constant. She could not bear a life without her. Grandma's heart was like a warm blanket left on a clothesline on a hot day, and brought inside to envelope her cold and shaking body until the warmth made her feel secure again. She vowed to write grandma every day until she could see her, and once again feel safe and loved.
Unfortunately, Emily will never see her grandma again. The impact on Emily will be deep and far-reaching. Whether she will be able to transcend the loss and keep the memory of this effortless love as a shield is unclear. I think that the power of effortless love is understated. It is the kind of love that you never have to question, measure, or fear that you will lose. It is constant and pure, and in its effortless presence it has the greatest strength.
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In Saudi Arabia, Muslim leaders have developed a seven-year initiative to make the holy city of Medina a model green city that would pave the way for future goals, including planning a more environmentally-friendly Hajj pilgrimage and integrating eco-awareness into Islamic education.
In Egypt, cellphone ring tones with religious themes like Koranic verses have been gaining popularity over the years – and Muslims around the world are installing iPhone applications with compasses that indicate the direction to Mecca and remind worshipers when it's time for prayer.
And in Afghanistan, mullahs are distributing condoms, encouraging contraception, and citing prophetic example to encourage birth control and reduce maternal deaths.
For many Westerners, Islam is a medieval theology, stuck in the parched deserts of sixth-century Arabia, ill-suited to the modern world. It is, they say, the very antithesis of modernity, incapable of supporting democracy and in need of reform.
But – as illustrated in the vignettes above – some Muslims are reconciling modern concerns with traditional ways of life, and in the process, forging a 21st-century Islam.
And they've done so throughout their history, says John Esposito, in his latest book, The Future of Islam. Part primer on Islam and part handbook for the way forward, Esposito's newest book is a well-researched, richly nuanced portrait of Islam. Though manageable at 234 pages, the book is both comprehensive and in-depth. But this is the latest of Esposito's more than 35 books, from which he borrows heavily. If you've read some of those, "The Future of Islam" may offer little that is new. Still, if Esposito repeats himself, it is for good reason: the leading scholar on Islam is on a mission to cultivate greater understanding of Islam in the West.
Esposito divides "The Future of Islam" into four parts: The first explains the basic tenets of the faith and plumbs the diversity of the world's 1.5 billion Muslims. The second section explores Islam's role in politics, and the birth and growth of jihadist ideology. In the third, and most interesting chapter, Esposito delves into Islamic reformism, and asks the critical question: Is Islam capable of reform? Finally, he proposes ways Muslims and non-Muslims, particularly in the West, can "find a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect," as President Obama said in his inaugural address.
If you only read one part of this book, make it the third section on Islamic reformism. Here, Esposito asserts that not only is reformism in Islam alive and well, it has been since the birth of the religion.
"From its earliest days, Islam possessed a rich tradition of reform," writes Esposito. "The concepts of renewal (tajdid) and reform (islah) are fundamental components of Islam's worldview, rooted in the Quran and the Sunna [traditions] of the Prophet." In fact, he goes on, the concept of tajdid, or renewal, is even supported by a hadith (tradition of the prophet) that states "God will send to His community those who will renew its faith for it."
Esposito then offers a sampling of some of Islam's 'Martin Luthers,' "The number and diversity of [which] belie the oft-raised question (with its implied skepticism) 'Are there really any Muslim reformers?" I could wish there were fewer," he writes, "because I would not have faced the difficulty of selecting a representative sample."
His choices are fascinating and provide a road map for the myriad ways in which Islam is changing and adapting to new challenges. They include Tariq Ramadan, a European Muslim reformer who draws from the experiences of Muslims in the West to propose reforms in Muslim countries. The very personable Egyptian televangelist Amr Khaled, who "blends conservative religious belief with a charismatic personality and speaking style," gets more hits on his website than Oprah Winfrey. And then there's American convert Amina Wadud, who stirred controversy for becoming the first women to lead a mixed congregation in Friday prayers. Wadud has developed a controversial blend of Islamic feminism that she calls "gender jihad."
As Esposito sees it, reform is rampant in the Muslim world. It's the West, he says, that needs to change, to recognize Muslims as part of a shared Judeo-Christian-Islamic tradition.
"The Future of Islam" is a step in the right direction.
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I arrived in this historic part of South Afrca 2 days ago. I was looking forward to seeing the Indian Ocean and its famous beaches. The weather has not been very nice. I arrived under very windy conditions and landing by plane was not the most comfortable. It has been rainy and generally colder than expected (the daily max did not climb above 16 degrees C today). I also planned to do some running as means of conditioning myself to rugged terrain (Durban is quite hilly). Unfortunately, my luggage did not arrive. I packed my running gear in the my checked bag and now feel sorry for not packing my running gear in my carry on. The airline was not very helpful even though they told me that I could buy some essentials and keep the receipts. I almost got angry, yet the scripture I read yesterday reminded me tobe content that God's grace is sufficient to sustain me (2Cor12:9). I was also reminded of an old hymn to count my blessings and name them one by one. It just made my day and made up for the lost luggage and poor weather in Durban.
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Animal Collective
Whose going tonight and shall we meet up before going in?
i went to see them in manchester last night
and well they were disappointing. there were some very good moments "you could win a rabbit" etc. but the new stuff was to hard to get into, the overall sound generated a dirge that detracted from the individual sounds being made and it became a tad predictable and boring. you will have a better support than we did though. wish we had battles and the wonderful adem. so don't expect too much and treasure the few moments of brilliance that stand out amoungst the rest. panda bear and geologist (sp?) created good stage pressence, however avey tears constant jumping and shrieking got a bit tiresome by the end. my mate interviewed them before they went on and apparently there a nice bunch of guys but panda bear supports portugal and said that ronaldo was a great player and maybe the best at the tournament! anyways i hope you enjoy the gig and that you post afterwards telling me im completely wrong.
were you that bloke who talked right the way through the support
and got pissed off that she wasn't playing guitar?!?
Animal Collective last night was one of the most beautiful joyous happy inducing things i've seen for months. I don't think i've stopped grinning since they started.
i was stood right at the back for support. then i left before the encore to get the train, was that good?
yeah it was beautiful
sorry! i jsut wanted to sound off about the cunt stood near us. he made me so ridiculously angry
i wasn't keen on the support act but the amount of noise from the crowd was stupid
but yeah, animal collective were fantastic.
isn't playing now!
But there is another band instead.
I'll let you know what I think about it tomorrow.
I heard the crowd were really horrid last night.
And I heard about the encore.
It is poo
and its fair enough he's pulled out but bugger!
Roxy has cocktails!
Jugs for £6!!!
May swing by you never know!
I have your number anyhow so I'll let you know!
I saw them last year
and was also really disappointed. Carribou were about a million times better and it's pretty obvious Battles will do the same this time. They seem like they should be a good live band but I don't think they really are that much. The only ones that work are the chanty childish ones. I love them to bits on record though.
animal collective were better than last year
when caribou were better.
the crowd last night were CUNTS
the encore was amazing though
those are really the only songs which can be performed live and still keep the charm and infectious happiness they have on record.
I loved the scala show
their live shows do seem to divide people, it's odd...
I'm quite ridiculously excited about tonight.
Jo come meet us
we're going to roxy straight from work
seeeeeeeeeee y'all there
if i can buy a ticket today that is...
Adem pulled out
because he didn't want to play a 20 minute set. Fair enough.
to go or not to go
i can't decide, especially now adem isn't playing...
i want to go see Peter Bjorn and John, should have gone last night really.
someone make up my mind for me please
Come to Animal Collective!
Decision made for you!
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according to EYOE..
Doors at 6
Kria at 7.
And thats all they have
i'd guess battles 7.45/8 and A.C. 9/9.15 ??
i understand its over early?
how soon is early?
don't know for sure but
In a previous thread someone thought it'd need to be finished by 10pm.


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By Railroad Commission Chairman Elizabeth Ames Jones and
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On April 3, the Railroad Commission of Texas, the oldest regulatory agency in our great state, celebrated its 120th birthday. While we no longer regulate the rail industry and our name may seem a bit confusing, we remain the gold standard of regulatory bodies in America.
As our name implies, the commission originally was established to oversee railroads, but over the last 100 years the state and federal transportation commissions have taken over that role, and the mission of the Railroad Commission has transformed into overseeing subsurface extraction and mining of Texas's bountiful natural resources below the ground's surface. We are charged with protecting against the waste of mineral resources in the many different industries involved in that arena, including the oil and natural gas businesses. It is our successful track record in regulating the energy sector that has caused the rest of the country and other nations to look to Texas for a template for their energy regulatory agencies.
From 1901 when the Spindletop gusher began a new era for Texas and the nation, to the early 1930s when the East Texas oil field was discovered and now as the Barnett Shale in North Texas has shown the world how to unlock the oil and gas in shale formations scattered across the globe, Texas and the Railroad Commission of Texas have played a leading role in oil and gas policy statewide, nationally and internationally. Even the Allied victory during World War II has been attributed to Texas oil as it commonly has been stated that the "Allies floated to victory on a sea of oil." It is well known the oil came from the East Texas oil field.
That tradition continues today as we embark on a new generation of energy discoveries. Natural gas is the key to America's energy needs for generations to come and based on the successful model developed by the Railroad Commission in the Barnett Shale natural gas play, Texas producers will continue play a vital role in bringing natural gas to market through the development of the Eagle Ford Shale in South and East Texas and other shale plays around the state.
As an example of the economic upside of a well-regulated industry, the Barnett Shale currently employs approximately 100,000 people, and the Eagle Ford is already supporting over 13,000 full time jobs. Even the most modest projections show that by 2020 the Eagle Ford will support approximately 68,000 full time jobs. Furthermore, energy production statewide employs approximately 315,000 Texans and contributed $8.5 billion to state and local taxes, royalties, and the rainy day fund last year.
As drastic changes to the Railroad Commission are being debated by the Legislature through the Sunset process, we urge careful consideration of changes to a system that has served Texas, the United States of America and their respective citizens well since 1891. As we Texans tell our colleagues in Washington, D.C., businesses need the consistency and clarity that sensible regulation provides. Now is not the time for major restructuring of a governmental model that is envied and imitated around the world. With the increasing importance of domestic natural gas and oil, we ought to keep the model that has served Texans well for so long through good times and bad.


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Selecting the best Business Intelligence software / service provider for your BI needsI'm reading: Selecting the best Business Intelligence software / service provider for your BI needsTweet this !
Selecting the best Business Intelligence service-provider involves a very tedious analysis process, and this is one such decision where no client would like to go wrong. Millions of dollars gets invested when any BI project contract is awarded to any vendor, and however fool-proof your SOWs (Statement of Work) may be, if the BI service provider is not mature in the kind of service it has been selected to provide, this would mean that your bad time started at the very moment of selection !
Before I jump to the core of the subject, one thing that I would emphasize, any organization should not just bank upon advice of just any reputed technology consultant. There is a distinction between a BI consultant and a Technology consultant. There are many professionals who excel in one tool / technology and they extend their profile by adding the rest of the technologies to make their profile look complete. For example, I have come across professionals who are SSIS or SSAS or SSRS experts and they claim that they excel in Business Intelligence, as they are familiar with just the vocabulary of all the three. In my views, professionals who have worked in different roles like business analysis, data cleansing, systems integration, cross bi integration, data warehouse development, corporate reports planning, MID / DSS development, etc., adds a flavor of BI to one's profile. Having worked in SSIS / SSAS / SSRS and being an expert at any one of them can mean that they are ETL / Reporting / Cube development experts, but it does not mean that they are BI consultants / experts.
Below are some questions / checklist of actions that one should consider before selecting a BI service provider.
1) Check whether you really need to build your BI solution from scratch or you can use a PaaS / SaaS BI service provider. Study the advantages of SaaS as well as PaaS based BI solutions. A few whitepapers from TDWI can be a very easy reference manual to start.
2) If you decide that a PaaS / SaaS service provider is your choice, check the list of clients that it caters and analyze the nature of business of those clients. This can be seen like a kind of reputation check.
3) Key areas to check in a PaaS / SaaS BI provider are: Robustness of cloud facilities, Flexibility in availing customization, Billing plans, Security Compliance, Cloud Gateways, Ease of switching between in-premise and off-premise networks, and Systems Integration with production systems.
4) In case you decide to go with a BI software / services development vendor like Accenture, IBM, Atos, Capgemini, TCS, Infosys, Wipro or other such famous vendors, there are a different set of checkpoints to consider. Issue with selecting among these is that most of these vendors would provide similar propositions, similar architectures, similar billings and similar quality of work-force. So how do you select the best BI vendor?
5) In my views, if I was in charge of selecting the vendor, the first thing I would check is which architecture is going to keep my Total Cost of Ownership to a minimum in the long run. This can be a result of support staff requirements, enhancements to the solution over the period of time, upgrade in licensing, scaling of hardware to meet growing needs of performance etc.
6) How updated is the vendor with the current BI trends and how deep is the BI development experience is very important. Clients generally would like to build a solution which they think is the best for them, but they do not know for sure that it's the best. This is the reason they need to hire a professional BI software / services vendor, as the vendor is expected to be deeply experienced with BI software / services manufacturing and up-to-date with industry trends. Only an experienced BI vendor can advise a client from making mistakes, the rest would be yes-man to clients. Believe me, I have been part of meetings where Directors of BI practice are not aware that DatAllegro has been digested long before, and they suggest their Competency and CoE head to promote and recommend this to their clients !! Just think how catastrophic can this be to the client !!
7) One another point to get some insight about the BI maturity of an organization can be to check it's affiliation within the BI community. For example, if you are having a MS BI project and you want to check the BI strength / maturity, it is worthy to check if the technical / solution architect of the project has any whitepapers, publications, blogs, community projects on his name. Infosys, for example, has infosys blogs which I quite admire. Many other organizations have a huge manufacturing IT work force but no affiliation in the technical space. This does not mean that the entire organization is not technically competent, but it definitely increases the risk that the IT workforce that may be working for your project might be outdated with technology. Certifications like MCP, MCTS etc are of no value if they have not been put to practice.
8) Finally, one should check for what are the different innovative solution offerings that a vendor's CoE has to offer. An admirable BI practice would have a healthy CoE, and developing BI solutions offerings are an integral part of any such practice.
Market reputation, historical business relations and budgetary constraints are definitely the driving force to shortlist vendors. But after this boundary when you have a set of vendors still to choose from, above points might be of some help to get an insight in the capabilities and characteristics of a Business Intelligence software / service provider.
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In 2016-17, one hundred percent of those pursuing this degree successfully completed the program and were advanced to Major Seminary and are continuing their studies towards ordination in the Roman Catholic Priesthood.
Master of Divinity/Bachelor of Sacred Theology (M.Div/STB)
In 2016-17, one hundred percent of graduates were ordained Roman Catholic priests. Graduates scored an average of 86.32 percent on the comprehensive examination process that serves as a core assessment tool designed to measure achievement and proficiency.
Master of Arts in Theology
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3 Reasons Why an Acute Rehabilitation Hospital Might Be Right For You
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital is located at Highway 65 and Evans Road in Springfield, MO. The Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal-cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions.
Designed to promote recuperation outside the traditional hospital setting, Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital incorporates many unique features, including:
The greatest feature of our new rehabilitation hospital is our dedicated team of clinicians. These rehab professionals provide the exceptional patient care for which Mercy is known, with an emphasis on improving individual functional ability and quality of life.


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Cosatto and Kiddicare:
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A Match Made in Peterborough
Didn't we have a lovely time the day we went to Kiddicare?
Last week the lovely Kiddicare graciously gave us giant floorspace in their store to display our yummy stuff. Our intrepid ambassadors Mark, Gill, Kate and Karen, trekked to Peterborough with our loot crammed into the jumbo Cosattomobile. Off to sprinkle a bit of Cosatto magic. Brrrrrrrrm.
Kiddicare were ideal hosts, laying on a spread and making the gang feel welcome while they whizzed up a wondrous world. Creating madly from dawn till dusk, the gang created six stunning roomsets bursting with Cosatto joy. Amid much curiosity and excitement, customers were sneaking past the barriers to see more. Who can blame them? It's a feast for the eyes. On unveiling there were gasps and grins. Not to mention one blue paint drenched Mark.
Well done guys! Kiddicare - ta for having us.
Next stop: the moon.


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Sorry for the hiatus. I actually do have a HadCrut analysis worked up that's been sitting here for over a week, but I've been caught up in other things. Hey… I warned everyone that there would be times like this, as I juggle a number of things. Blogging is cool, and I consider this important enough to keep doing, but at times it just needs to take a back seat. I'm during one of those times right at the moment.
But I should get that HadCrut analysis up sooner rather than later, and soon we'll be talking about June anomalies.
Here's my quick hits:
- Thank goodness the House of Representatives passed that climate bill. They did it just when we in Wisconsin was enjoying some of the few unseasonably warm temperatures we've had in the last couple years. Three days after passage, we're back to 15 degrees below normal. Coincidence? I think not! Thank you, Nancy Pelosi!
- Obama says the White House will be changing light bulbs. If they are looking for a place to donate their old incandescents, please let them know that I am accepting.
- I've learned a great lesson in economics this week. I've learned that passing a bill that restricts any development of energy that is efficient and trades it for alternative energy systems that are (as of now) inefficient, and that will increase electical costs, that it means "Jobs, Jobs, Jobs, Jobs, and Jobs!" To quote one of my favorite movies: "You keep saying that word. I do not think it means what you think it means."


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CORVALLIS - Home gardeners are often frugal by nature. They save leftover garden seed from one year to the next and so forth. How long do seeds last?
It depends on how you keep the seeds and what kind of seeds they are, said Jim Myers, an Oregon State University vegetable breeder.
If seeds are kept dry, they last longer than in more humid conditions.
"Seed saving on the west side of the Cascades is more difficult than on the east side where it is drier," said Myers.
Some types of seeds are naturally more short-lived than others.
"Parsnips, spinach, lettuce and the alliums have the shortest seed life," said Myers. "And there may be some correlation with oil content of seeds with seed life. Generally, the higher oil content seeds decline in germination more quickly."
Seed is best stored through the winter at 50 degrees, at 50 percent humidity. A good way to store unused seed packets is to place them in a sealed jar with a desiccant such as powdered milk or rice at the bottom (to absorb moisture). Rice can be reused again as a desiccant if you dry it in the oven at a low temperature, said Myers. Store your seed jar in the refrigerator or a cool area, such as a basement.
Minimum seed life for common homegrown vegetables and flowers are given below. These seed life spans reflect no special care taken. If you keep your seeds dry and cool, you can expect many of them to last longer than the time periods indicated here, especially beans, peas and corn.
Bush and pole beans - two years
Beets - two years
Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, and kohlrabi - three to five years
Carrots - three years
Collard, Kale - three to five years
Sweet Corn - one year
Cucumbers - three years
Leeks, onions - two to three years
Lettuce - three years
Melons - three years
Oriental greens - three years
Parsley - two years
Parsnips - one year
Peas - two years
Peppers - two years
Radishes - four years
Rutabagas - three years
Spinach - one season
Squashes - three to four years
Swiss Chard - two years
Tomatoes - three years
Turnips - four years
Flower seed - annuals are generally good for one to three years; perennials for two to four years.


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MSNBC-'North Korea Suffers From a Failure to Communicate'
by Philbert of Macadamia on 02/04/13 at 10:39 pmPyongyang North Korea – (SatireWorld.com)
Kim Jong Un the Supreme Leader of North Korea spoke at a meeting of the Supreme People's Assembly about building more nuclear weapons and the economy being his priorities. He also warned that the Korean Peninsula had entered a "state of war."
The official North Korean television news broadcaster, Korean Central Television (KCTV) aired a newsreader edited version of the Supreme Leader's remarks for both local and world news consumption.
Kim Jong Un vowed to employ big bang strikes on the US as their Dongs (guided missiles) grow larger.
Kim Jong Un implied that the North Korean Peoples' Army would deliver big blow jobs to all military personnel stationed at US bases in Korea, Japan and in other Pacific operational theatres including Hawaii and Guam.
Kim Jong Un condemned aggressive Raptors (dinosaurs) being deployed to South Korea from Jurassic Park to eat the North Korean Peoples' Army during ongoing US-South Korean military drills.
Kim Jong Un threatened to shut down a North Korean border factory complex that manufactures condoms and other rubber toys, the last major symbol of inter-Korean cooperation.
White House Press Secretary Carney commented about the current bellicose rhetoric emanating from North Korea as not being anything new, but the US would take it seriously. The biggest threat from North Korea is that their misunderstanding of the English language could really lead to war.


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The Scoop - November 4, 2016
A family of clever entrepreneurs decided to go to the dogs, literally. Since Miami is in the midst of a wellness revolution, they thought why not create healthier fare for Fido? After beginning as a cottage industry, Dishes for Dogs, nutritious prepared meals made from whole foods, opened a brick-and-mortar location in Wynwood. Michael O'Rourke and his parents, Wanda and Dan, collaborated with veterinarian Dr. Justin Shmalberg to develop tasty, USDA-certified recipes packed with nutrients. Customers can watch the team whip up small batches of dog food in the open kitchen. Signature combos such as herb-roasted turkey with sweet potato, lamb with millet and venison with squash come in four sizes ranging from 8 oz. to 5 lbs. Treats like beef liver brittle are also available.
2561 North Miami Avenue; 305.505.5712; dishesfordogs.com
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Ready for the season's parade of glamorous galas? November brings several good reasons to don black-tie. John Legend (pictured) fans will be treated to a concert by the Grammy award-winning r & b star at the 22nd Annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball at the bayside hotel on November 12. Alisan Porter, winner of "The Voice" on NBC, also performs. This year's theme, La Nuit de l'Animal: A Fairy Tale, should bring out a lot of animal prints. Since its inception, this event alone has raised more than $19 million to grant wishes to nearly 4,000 children with life-threatening medical conditions. One hundred years ago, James Deering celebrated the completion of his beloved Vizcaya estate and gardens with a grand soirée. Channel the splendor at the Vizcaya Centennial Gala on November 19, 2016.
954.967.9474, ext. 318; makeawishball.com. 305.250.9133; vizcaya.org
Interior designer Magita Rojas launched Plume home décor studio and boutique with her daughter, Susana Cisneros, in Coral Gables. She named the store after the downy feather filling in throw and floor pillows, her favorite fetish. Find a large variety sourced globally from Africa to Turkey. But pillows aren't their only passion. They also stock table lamps and wallpapers, both of which aren't found in huge quantities locally to the frustration of the design community. DIY home decorators can have everything at their fingertips, too, without hiring a professional (though Rojas offers consultations for residential and commercial properties). Other objects are rosaries of semi-precious stones and Swarovski crystals from Guatemala as tabletop jewelry, and acrylic dreamcatchers from Miami interior designer Gabriela Noel Gonzalez's collection, By Flower Child.
218 Andalusia Avenue; 786.534.9293
The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Fla., isn't your grandfather's destination. Its $100-million makeover includes new hip food and beverage outlets by celebrity chefs to the delight of South Florida foodies. Following the launch of Diplomat Prime steakhouse, the culinary team tried to keep what's to come a secret—without luck. Here are just a few of the talents on deck. Philadelphia's Michael Schulson who became a star for his edamame dumplings, pictured, expands south with Monkitail. The izakaya will serve sushi and robatayaki as well to fuel late-night karaoke sessions. Geoffrey Zakarian's Point Royal focuses on seafood and raw bar with the largest wine list onsite, while his Counter Point specializes in coffee, fresh juices and light fare. At Sue Torres's poolside Playa, Nuevo Latino cuisine highlights tacos and tequila.
3555 South Ocean Drive; 954.602.6000; diplomatresort.com
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Some easy recipes for dinner from the Pillsbury website are tasty taco soup and the Grands! pepperoni pizza bake. Both recipes are among the site's top rated and use fairly simple ingredients.
To make tasty taco soup, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef in a 3-quart saucepan. Drain, return to pan and add 1/4 cup onions and a 1-ounce package of taco seasoning. Cook for one minute. Add one 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of frozen corn and 1 cup of water. Reduce heat, and allow ingredients to simmer for 10 minutes. Serve hot, and top with cheddar cheese. This recipe serves four.
For the pizza bake, which serves seven, start with one 16.3-ounce can of Pillsbury Grands! Homestyle refrigerated biscuits. Cut each individual biscuit into eight separate pieces. Toss the pieces with an 8-ounce can of pizza sauce and 1 cup of finely shredded mozzarella cheese. Spread these ingredients into a greased 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Top with 16 slices of pepperoni and another cup of mozzarella. Bake in a preheated, 375-degree-Fahrenheit oven for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. As of April 2015, most reviewers say that this recipe is very easy to make and that alternative pizza-topping ingredients, such as ham or pineapple, work well as additions and substitutions.


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Reese Witherspoon: 'Intern' Rights Picked Up by Warner Bros.!
Reese Witherspoon is all smiles while arriving at Ivy at The Shore on Saturday (November 30) in Santa Monica, Calif.
Earlier in the week, the 37-year-old actress and husband Jim Toth were spotted grabbing lunch with her kids Ava and Deacon at Brentwood Country Mart.
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Reese Witherspoon
It was recently announced that Warner Brothers has picked up the rights to Reese's upcoming film The Intern, which will begin production next year.
15+ pictures inside of Reese Witherspoon stepping out for lunch at Ivy at The Shore…


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Artist Andy Goldsworthy makes centerpieces with common materials.When it comes to workmanship, I am constantly down for fascinating pieces made by specialists that are attempting to address a cause. Scottish stone carver Andy Goldsworthy is one such craftsman.
Goldsworthy makes his craft by utilizing discovered questions in nature, and masterminding them in fascinating ways, utilizing paint to breath life into it all. His work has been called "transient" and 'fleeting', and individuals consider it to be an announcement on the delicacy of our planet, however Goldsworthy sees his pieces as somewhat more changeless, expressing:
"When I make something, in a field or street, it may vanish but it's part of the history of those places."
Computerized photography and the Internet likely helps a little with that 'perpetual quality', yet paying little respect to anything his craft is lovely, and the way that it is made completely from nature is something to be commended.


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- "…and that's Amni Ponnar, somehow caught in the middle of the fight!"
- ―Ben Kenobi, to Luke Skywalker
Amni Ponnar was a young Human female who lived at her parent's homestead on Tatooine around 0 BBY. That year, her life was put in danger after her father's plan to make the local Jawas and Tusken Raiders go to war over food turned wrong. She was saved by Jedi Master Ben Kenobi and his new young trainee Luke Skywalker. Back to her home, she learned of her father's treachery from Kenobi and noticed that the locals had followed them. However, Kenobi defused the escalation of violence and went his way, leaving Amni and her mother settle accounts with her father.
- "Ben Kenobi and Luke saved me, daddy… I was on my way back from Anchorhead with the supplies when I ran into some sort of fight between the Jawas and the Tusken Raiders. Then they attacked me..."
- ―Amni Ponnar, to her father
Amni Ponnar was born to Human parents in the later years of the Imperial Period. By 0 BBY, she lived with her father and mother at the family homestead, situated in the Jundland Wastes. Although her father considered him to be a "crazy old man," Ponnar was an acquaintance of Ben Kenobi,[1] secretly a Jedi Master in hiding who lived out beyond the Dune Sea.[2] She was also familiar with Luke Skywalker,[1] a nineteen-year-old who resided at his uncle's home[3] on the Great Chott salt flat.[4]
In 0 BBY, Amni's father sought to expand his farm at the expense of the local Jawas and Tusken Raiders. Unbeknownst to his wife and daughter, he stole all the hubba gourds that grew on a cliff while they were still growing. Since those hubba gourds were the main staple food of both species, Amni's father hoped the two groups would fight over the vanished fruits. With the Jawa and Tusken Raider clans wiping out one another, the farmer could farm beyond the bounds of his current property.[1]
However, some of the locals noticed Ponnar's landspeeder while he was stripping the hubba gourds clean. When Amni was sent to Anchorhead to purchase supplies, she found herself in the middle of a fight between Jawas and Tusken Raiders on her way back, and the fighters recognized the Ponnar family speeder. The girl was rescued by the timely arrival of Kenobi, who was headed to Mos Eisley with Luke Skywalker, who was now his apprentice. The two men returned Amni safely to her homestead, where the farmer Ponnar gave them a lukewarm reception.[1]
Suspecting that Ponnar might have something to do with the natives' hostile behavior, Kenobi pretended to wash off the sand from his clothes so he could investigate the house. Kenobi found the stolen hubba gourds behind a sliding wall and exposed the treachery in front of the homestead residents. The young Amni was appalled to learn of her father's machinations. When Ponnar threatened Kenobi with a blaster, Luke Skywalker reacted by swinging his father's lightsaber at the gun, cutting through its barrel before the farmer had the occasion to shoot. Immediately afterwards, Amni realized that the fighting Jawas and Tusken Raiders had followed them home and were about to assault the place. Since the farm's occupants were clearly outnumbered, Kenobi defused the situation by redistributing the stolen hubba gourds. Once the natives had left, Amni and her mother waved their heroes of the day goodbye, while her father was crushed by the shame of his devious scheme.[1]
Personality and traitsEdit
- "Did you see the scorn on the faces of his wife and daughter, Luke? I think that will be punishment enough!"
- ―Ben Kenobi, to Luke Skywalker
By 0 BBY, Amni Ponnar was a juvenile female with fair skin and green eyes. She had a speckled face and brown hair, which she wore in twin bunches. Despite her young age, Amni's parents deemed her responsible enough to travel through the Jundland Wastes on her own, and she was also capable of piloting the family landspeeder herself. While she had been attacked by the Jawas and the Tusken Raiders, Amni was still shocked at the idea that her father would lead them to stand at daggers drawn. Following Kenobi's departure, she looked at her father with contempt, which the Jedi found to be enough of a punishment.[1]
Behind the scenesEdit
Amni Ponnar first appeared in War on the Jundland Wastes, a comic written by Mike W. Barr and illustrated by Bob Molesworth, which was published in 2014 in Star Wars Comic 1.[1]
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If you are a potential customer do not hesitate even once to shop at DJ Depot. I have been a loyal customer for 4 years. I now have 5 different set-ups total for my DJ service and all my equipment was purchased here!
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The Ikon Profile is a high output single GOBO Projector powered by a bright 32W (7500K) white LED. This fixture used high quality optics for crisp, clear projection. User can adjust the LED brightness and GOBO rotation on the rear of fixture or by the included wireless UC IR remote control.
The Ikon Profile includes one textured glass GOBO. Users may also easily insert custom GOBOs in the fixtures GOBO slot on the top of the fixture. Users may also manually control the beam angle, focus and framing shutters. This projector also comes with three interchangeable lenses that produce different beam angles (15-40 degrees) making it versatile for a wide variety of applications.
The Ikon Profile is also compatible with the ADJ Airstream IR App for iOS device.
• Bright white 32W LED indoor GOBO Projector
• High quality optics - Clear powerful output
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text: WARRENSBURG For 20 years, hes been inspecting buildings, examining sewer systems, evaluating construction plans and delivering violation notices. In his work, hes made some people smile and left others angry or frustrated. But on April 11, his work for the Town of Warrensburg will officially be over. Town Zoning and Code Enforcement Officer Brian Lace resigned Wednesday. Its been a stressful job, Lace said Monday. No matter which way you twist and turn, youre wrong Ive decided to hang it up. Fifty-seven years old, Lace said Monday the jobs stress aggravated the problems he was having with his back and spine, and that he would be applying for disability retirement benefits. Warrensburg Town Supervisor Kevin Geraghty said that during Laces tenure, vast changes had taken place in land use regulations and construction regulations. Brian helped bring the town into the 21st Century, Geraghty said. His wealth of knowledge will be hard to replace. The town board will soon be advertising the position and interviewing candidates for the job, he said. The post pays $32,334 per year. Citing ongoing back problems, Lace has been on sick leave since July, drawing full pay during that time. Laces administrative assistant, Patty Corlew, has taken on Laces duties while hes been off work. Corlew said Tuesday she is not applying for the permanent position. Geraghty the town was fortunate to have her fill in temporarily. In seeking to fill the post permanently, Geraghty said, the board will be looking for someone with knowledge of state building codes and zoning laws, and the ability and will to enforce the codes in an even-handed manner. Its a tough job, Geraghty said. its not very popular, especially when you enforce the codes fairly.