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BOCA RATON, Fla. – Barry University women's soccer team defeated Lynn Wednesday afternoon, 2-1, avenging a 2-1 defeat earlier this season.
The SSC rivals split the season series with the Fighting Knights capturing the first match which counted towards the conference standings.
Barry (7-6-1, 3-4-1 SSC) got on the board early and never looked back. Senior midfielder Katie Lamendola played a ball in to Lauren Manna whose cross to the center of the box connected with an open Sara Karna.
Karna's shot to the left post found the back of the net and gave Barry the early 1-0 advantage.
Just four minutes later it was Manna once again, this time on the receiving end. Amber Bender lofted a pass over the middle of the defense and Manna was able to finish it off with a strike past Lynn goalkeeper Kelsey Butler to put Barry up 2-0.
Lynn (4-8-2, 3-4-1 SSC) scored in the 73rd minute of the match to cut the deficit to one, but the Buccaneers tightened up their defense behind Becca Rogers' five saves to bring home the win.
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Can you believe the Grammys are celebrating their 55th year in 2013? That's right. The 55th annual Grammy Awards are coming up quick. So quick, in fact, that they are right around the corner. So just when and where does the ceremony, billed as "Music's Biggest Night," take place?
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The Sheik talks about many topics, including money. He mentions he's not a millionaire now, he's broke, but he's not poor. Huh? Instances like this are rampant throughout this DVD that leave the viewer scratching their head.
One portion of the DVD is where Sheik shoots on Vince McMahon, but says he can thank Vince for keeping him on top of the then-WWF back in the 1980s and helped him make a decent living. Simms chimes in and says some of what people say about Vince is just for the marks and it's different behind closed doors.
Sheik going on the Howard Stern Show is touched on and Simms and Sheik both kiss a bit of Stern booty. Then they go off on a tangent and rip Bubba the Love Sponge, or as Sheik calls him, "Booba the Loova Sponja." An expletive-laden tirade follows and Sheik says that even at 65 years old, he'll beat the (bleep) out of him. He then calls him a "stinky boy."
Artie Lange is also called out by the Sheik and Simms as is Hulk Hogan, simply for being the best man at Bubba's wedding.
The expletive count for this DVD is huge. Keep this DVD away from kids, please.
The Ultimate Warrior situation also gets brought up by Simms and the Sheik. Apparently, there was a football convention some place. The Sheik and Warrior had a heated exchange and we get Sheik's side through Simms' commentary. Simms said there was a memo sent out that no one was to approach the Warrior, but he didn't get the memo. Simms said he was slapped by the Sheik for taking him over to see the Warrior and says he could have retaliated and knocked the Sheik out. Try not to laugh at this point, people.
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The nongovernmental organization Lifeline Khayelitsha HIV, working in the township of Khayelitsha, South Africa, reports that some individuals diagnosed with AIDS have turned to alcohol due to stress. Some HIV-positive mothers in the township have admitted that they stopped their antiretroviral (ARV) treatment and turned to alcohol instead. Western Cape health officials say that they are constantly trying to address this issue with their patients. Lifeline Khayelitsha HIV Program Manager Mpho Modise commented that some patients are drinking because of stress and that the organization tries to assist by offering counseling to couples.
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Third Place, and Other Unlikely Delights
Oh yes! The Rays have been a great story, and it has been interesting to observe how they turned their franchise from a perpetual doormat to one of the most respected franchises to win while playing to small crowds under a dome. But now, we're thinking: Why not us?
With last night's win, the Jays sit one-half game behind the Rays for third place in the AL East, and to recycle our tweeted joke from yesterday, there really ought to be a trophy for finishing the season in that position in that division. Because any band of poo-flinging simians can build a contender in the NL West, but to finish third in the AL East, that takes years of disciplined drafting and player development.
(Seriously, think about all of the ink that was wasted over the past month discussing the Indians, White Sox and Twins, and their pursuit of an AL Central title. The Jays are in the midst of a season in which the focus was not primarily on winning, and they are a better team than any of those three bands of jokers, not to mention the eventual division champion Tigers.)
The Jays have none games remaining against the Rays. Here's to getting your hate-on for the next seven weeks, to putting the Tampa side back in the AL East pack, and to the Blue Jays getting their propers from the pack of national baseball writers in the U.S..
RickRo's Ugly Masterpiece: Ricky Romero's reputation for spitting the bit against the AL East's powerhouses is only growing this year, and for a few breathless moments last night, we (and apparently most of those who we follow on Twitter) wondered if this wasn't that one disaster inning that had become a quasi-regular occurrence versus the Yankees and Red Sox.
We're not sure that we'd trip over our self to give Ricky full credit for extricating himself from the no-out, bases-loaded on zero hits conundrum of his own making. Certainly, it was an impressive feat to get the two strikeouts and a ground ball to keep the game scoreless. But the Rays lineup is a bit more forgiving than those of the Red Sox and Yankees, and setting down Tampa's 7-8-9 hitters in a precarious situation is a bit more mundane, and feels a bit less like a precedent.
The Return of Dusty Lambchops: Two things on John Farrell's statement that Dustin McGowan is set to be promoted to Double-A soon, and could be with the big club by September:
1) He's not going to be the closer. Stop suggesting it. The unpredictable workload (and the up-and-down-an-up-and-down in the bullpen) would be too hard on his body at this point. And preserving a fragile asset is the name of the game when it comes to Lambchops' future with the Jays.
2) It's a pretty exciting idea that McGowan could return to something resembling his form from his best days with the Jays. We'd love to see that power arm come back, and tear through the league like he did in that start against the Rockies a few years back. But let's cool down the expectations and let what's going to happen with him happen. We probably shouldn't be pencilling him into any prospective 2012 rotations just yet.
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- William Tasker - Caribou, ME said...
The Blue Jays are simply better than the Bay Rays right now. It would be quite a story for them to finish third.
- August 3, 2011 at 10:51 AM
The glory days. When the Jays were finishing 3rd place. To dream.
- August 3, 2011 at 11:23 AM
- Tao of Stieb said...
- August 3, 2011 at 12:54 PM
In the Tao, we trust!
- August 3, 2011 at 2:25 PM
"Because any band of poo-flinging simians can build a contended in the NL West"
Do you think one of those simians can take some time out from flinging poo in order to proofread?
Great post otherwise Tao!
- August 3, 2011 at 3:36 PM
- QJays said...
Ah - none = nine. Had to look that up.
I'm stoked about third. It really is unfortunate that it has come to this, but I do think we'll be watching meaningful games in August in the next year or two, and this is just a warm up for that. Don't want all that anxiety to build up in a single year.
- August 3, 2011 at 3:39 PM
- Tao of Stieb said...
I have fixed my errors...but did you see the high degree of difficulty on that sentence? Even if I didn't stick the landing, you gotta give me high marks, right?
Mary Lou Retton didn't always stick the landing on those perfect 10.00's.
- August 3, 2011 at 6:00 PM
- The Southpaw said...
Re Dusty - screw you! I'm a pencilin' damnit!
After reading the Nitkoski piece...I'm intrigued by the idea of McG getting a dose of Batrolo's magic Elixir this winter...
- August 4, 2011 at 4:30 AM
- QJays said...
I'm still reading that "The Jays have none games remaining against the Rays". I guess the "nine" was in the score.
Also, damn all that third place optimism.
- August 4, 2011 at 1:47 PM


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- How to make an LDS Quiet Book ... this one now has patterns for quiet book pages. The author of the book by the same name as the website gave permission for them to be publish on the website.
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Low interest rates are still available for many first time homebuyers as well as those who are looking to refinance. The last couple years here in the Southland have seen a steady increase in equity, and many have decided that it might be a better idea to add on as opposed to purchasing a bigger home to meet their needs.
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Many may hold the city in contempt, as if the city is adding an additional burden for you to add to your property. Yu must pay accordingly. but there is a method to the madness.
City Building & Safety programs are essentially a regulatory effort and an important tool for the orderly development and maintenance of properties within the city. If you live in an established neighborhood you wouldn't want someone building a New Age contemporary home surrounded by stuccoed ranch homes, which is the most common model here in Southern California. And you wouldn't want to see a 5,000-square-foot home surrounded by 1,200-square-foot homes.
In addition to the enforcement of local codes and ordinances, the division is also responsible for the enforcement of certain state and federal regulations when they become applicable to construction projects in the city. During the last 30 years there has been a big push to upgrade all historical buildings within the state to reflect new building standards. Being plagued by earthquakes here in the Golden State, it's imperative that older buildings are equipped to withstand the shaking. Here in Whittier, the 1987 earthquake damaged many historical buildings in the Uptown Whittier area.
Building & Safety also provides inspection of capital projects and is responsible for the abatement of illegal structures and dwelling units. It is easy to feel victimized when you are at the counter waiting for your project to be approved. But rest assured, because the city wants to protect all its residents as well as maintain neighborhoods. If a project has an adverse affect on home values the city could be held liable. All efforts are made to accommodate the homeowner as well as their neighbors.
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I came to the understanding that I was an atheist about 5 years ago, when I was 30 years old. I'd had a lot of time to develop my irrational thinking over that 30 year period.
It was then that I came across a Bright's chat group - wow, what a shock - I was notified clearly and succinctly that my comments were ridiculous, out of this world and plain nonsense - that I had probably been mistaken in arriving in the chat room to start with - followed by ridicule, dismissals and general boredom.
I went off the idea of being an atheist for a few months - then due to thirst for human interaction on the rational level - I persevered and found the Naturalists -
Here I received a very different response. One of compassion, understanding, kindness and education. Many thanks to Tom Clark, Ken Batts, Stephen and others for their above listed qualities.
It was in a Naturalism Yahoo Group that I was educated about rational thinking - but mainly about causality, the causal web and determinism. Not everyone agrees regarding this view of reality - but I find this approach to be way more beneficial to well being and the promotion of education regarding rational thought than the afore mentioned experience afforded me in the Bights forum.
A recent blog post (http://www.atheistnexus.org/profiles/blogs/are-atheists-smarter-tha... ) and subsequent comments led me to the following question:
What is our responsibility as atheists, in promoting rational thinking?
None of us are able to maintain rational thought all of the time - we all transgress into irrational thinking at times. It takes practice and mindfulness to maintain rational thought.
I think we can be more kind to ourselves, our fellow atheists and the outside community when it comes to promoting rational thought. Indeed I believe it our responsibility.
I hope that Matt doesn't mind my posting his comment from the blog discussion below in order to demonstrate another frustration that would also benefit from us having more integrity as a community in how we maintain and promote our rational thinking - in a way that is effect in terms of education - which I would argue would include understanding, compassion and kindness.
Comment by Matt VDB on Wednesday
What I mean is that it's easy to say that you're a rationalist and that they have reason on their side - everyone thinks of themselves as rational and with reason on their side. Even creationists think of themselves as rational and intellectually honest. What ultimately determines if you're rational isn't whether or not you say that you are. It's in your day-to-day attitude of checking sources, having respect for the opinions of experts, etcetera...
What is your response to none rational thinking?
What are your thoughts about what we need to do as a community to effectively promote rational thought?
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well - I noticed that after I started taking Floradix, my depression lifted. It worked for me - not sure why - but it was more than placebo - although there could well have been other factors at play that I missed.
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Thanks, Alice, for the information. Sounds good.
If you do take this floradix only take it for 3 months then have a break. Also you can get your iron levels tested at the dr.
I didn't and ended up lacking magnesium, because the blood favours iron over magnesium. I had a few symptoms, sensitive hearing, itchy skin. All better now.
I took the floradix on and off for about 2 years. Now I take a good quality multi-vitamin and mineral with fish oil. I really think it's worth having them along side a balanced healthy diet. Just to top up in case I'm missing something. I've found they help keep an even keel.
It's the people, not the label they use. 'Brights' are only unified by one thing - a naturalistic worldview - just as atheists are only unified by one thing - the rejection of belief in god(s). Not all are going to be very rational thinkers, though in my experience, most try to be. Similarly, not all are humanists, though in my experience, most tend toward humanistic ideals and ethics rather than the nihilism that theists assume of us. Even if they consider themselves humanists and understand what that means... well, they're human. Everyone has bad days.
There is a place for ridicule, but that place is mostly for deflating arrogant posturing. Even then, we would do well to study a bit of terror-management theory, and realize that an overt attack on someone's worldview can provoke some of the same psychological triggers that a credible threat of death does, and end up entrenching the believer even deeper. Unless they're a smug apologist, it's probably best to value compassion over the entertainment value of ridicule.
Many of us have come out of a theistic family or general culture, whether we were indoctrinated or not. When you see other atheists, rationalists, naturalists, brights, etc. slipping into the outgroup-bullying mindset, remind them that there may be honest seeking behind whatever the theist is saying.
Besides keeping that compassionate reflection in mind, there are a couple good ways to get past their worldview/mortality defences. First, find common ground by saying something that assumes good intentions. "I know you value truth/intellectual honesty/integrity/ethical behaviour/etc., as I do." That's going to affirm their feeling of self-worth, which is most of what their worldview construct is there to support anyway. If they feel affirmed rather than attacked, they won't be as prone to cling to the worldview.
Secondly, you probably won't de-convert anyone directly, but you can plant a lot of seeds of doubt. Later on when they're alone with their thoughts, they'll start questioning themselves, and those seeds can grow. A great way to prompt that questioning is to adopt a Socratic stance and ask questions. Instead of telling them a belief is irrational, ask them if it really seems rational to them. Think of it like a mental akido; instead of trying to throw up a wall to block their path, step aside and let them trip, using their own momentum against them while conserving your own effort.
There's plenty of time to vent and religion-bash when you're with other non-believers. Living in a culture that assumes irrational faith is a good thing can certainly be frustrating, but any individual believer is just a pebble in that construct. Chip away a little of the mortar supporting it and let natural erosion and gravity do the rest. As more of those pebbles fall away, the edifice itself will begin to crumble.
Kevin - thanks for that post - it was very thoughtful and full of good ideas.... I've learnt something about the more technical aspects of ridicule - and agree with your position - I think also it's useful to set out some guidelines for ethical behaviour - that are memorable, so that we can remain mindful of reminding ourselves and each other of suitable ways of conducting debates - especially for new comers.
Ruth had an incident on her group recently where she banned someone for what she thought abusive behaviour - also, I've found recently treatment of new comer as less than compassionate - rather making fun of comments instead of taking an educational role.
What is your response to none rational thinking?
I get annoyed and I feel some repugnance.
When as an example someone believes in homeopathy, I make an attempt to explain, give evidence etc. to see, if the irrationality is just superficial, a misunderstanding or ignorance.
But when the person insists to cling to the irrational belief, then I just turn away and I am not bothered anymore. I have no mission to support people's learning against their resistance.
Maruli - sure - we're not going to persuade people who don't want persuading - I'm more talking about how we conduct ourselves with new atheists - or in debates with theists and those who differ in world view to ourselves.
I think Kevin has some good ideas above - I would like to take on and learn more about the ideas he has shared.
I admire Randi and Shermer too. But I draw a line between people, who want to be supported in learning and those, who resist. As soon as people react with hostility to any attempts to free them from irrational beliefs, I have no reason to expose myself to such hostility. It would mean making a sacrifice of my own wellbeing, and there is no afterlife to expect a compensation for my sacirifices.
Jim - do we have any analysis on Hitchen's method - because it needs to be distilled and distributed widely .... :)
Hi Alice,
Hitchens was rather remarkable, not to say perhaps one of kind, but at least among a chosen few. Simply brilliant and able to drawn upon the resources of a learning process most of us will never dream of. Intellectual integrity and strong character. Only someone of his own stature could do an analysis, though rationality even with Hitchens carries the day.
it's just that he seemed to be a bit of an oxymoron - he 'hated' religion but had religious friends... he was obnoxious, name called, drank and smoked and yet was an intellectual genius with a brilliant mind capable of complex rational thinking and verbal articulation...
In what way was he an oxymoron, and could you give me an example or two of his name calling, in which he did not prove his point. I hate religion and I have religious friends, does that make me an oxymoron. I may disrespect an opinion or and idea without disrespecting the person, although sometimes disrespect comes naturally when ignorance is loud and proud of it.
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A diary entry by the SANS Institute's Internet Storm Centre reports that Secunia's DNS records have been modified to point towards the defacement.
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Delivering the ANC's annual January 8 statement on behalf of the party's national executive committee (NEC), Zuma said decisive action was required to thoroughly and urgently transform the economic patterns of the present in order to realise "our vision for the future".
Zuma made it clear the ANC was not intending to change its current economic policies, which have widely been blamed, particularly by some leaders from the left and the ANC Youth League.
The recent ANC national conference rejected calls to nationalise mines and other key sectors of the economy. Instead, the ANC resolved to create a state mining company that will compete with the private sector.
"We have also resolved that the state must capture an equitable share of mineral resources rents through the tax system and deploy them in the interests of long-term economic growth, development and transformation. Government must implement this resolution," said Zuma.
Zuma said the ANC national conference opted for a mixed economy, where public, private, cooperative and other forms of social ownership complement each other in an integrated way.
"Within this mixed economy, we re-affirm the active and interventionist role of the state in ensuring economic development.
"It must be a state that has the capacity to intervene in the economy to lead development," Zuma said.
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Zuma urged all South Africans to unite behind the national development plan (NDP), which sets out various measures to tackle unemployment, poverty and inequality.
He said his government was already implementing some of the key programmes of the NDP, such as the new growth path and the infrastructure development plan.
"The infrastructure development plan has introduced the national and central coordination of the building of dams, roads, bridges, power stations, schools, hospitals, two new universities and other infrastructure that will change the landscape of our country and the lives of our people," he said.
He said the government would accelerate the implementation of all 18 strategic infrastructure projects, especially those directed at the 23 poorest districts in the country.
"The projects focusing on the 23 districts will ensure the provision of water, electricity and sanitation and will change the lives of approximately 19-million people," said Zuma.
Some of the districts that will benefit include; John Taolo Gaetsewe in Northern Cape; Ngaka Modiri Molema and Ruth Mompati in the North West; Mopani, Greater Sekhukhune, Capricorn and Vhembe in Limpopo; Zululand, Amajuba, Uthukela, Sisonke and Ugu from KwaZulu-Natal; Ehlanzeni from Mpumalanga; Alfred Nzo, OR Tambo, Chris Hani, Amathole and Ukhahlamba from the Eastern Cape; and Xhariep in the Free State, said Zuma.
With only one year left before the national elections, Zuma promised that his government would fast track the supply of water to 1.4-million households and sanitation to 2.1-million households that were still without these basic needs.
He said the eradication of mud schools and the refurbishment of more than 2 000 schools and 886 health facilities nationwide would be concluded as part of the government's infrastructure programme.
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He said the private sector should view the infrastructure programme as an opportunity to partner with the government for sustainable development and job creation.
"Mining has historically been the backbone of our economy and should still contribute meaningfully to our development.
We call on the ANC government to place the state mining company at the forefront of state intervention in the mining sector."
Zuma said the ANC has directed the fast-tracking of the work of the "special presidential package" initiative, designed to improve the living and working conditions of workers in key mining towns, following the unfortunate Marikana tragedy.
"We call on all role-players – government, labour, business and the community sector to work together to make this special project succeed."
Zuma said the issue of land would be among the key priorities on the ANC agenda.
"At the 52nd national conference in Polokwane we committed ourselves to transfer 30% of the 82-million hectares of agricultural land which was white-owned in 1994 to black people by 2014. The ANC government is unlikely to meet this target given the slow pace of land reform. We have directed our government to urgently speed up the process through a variety of measures. The implementation of these measures will take into account the principles contained in the Constitution in relation to land expropriation.
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Jared, 22 Mar 2005 @ 1:09pm
TimeThe one thing that will begin to hold optical technology back is read/write speeds. You can only spin plastic so fast before it explodes. Am I going to want to wait God knows how long to burn 22-25GB of data?
What about the talk of 100GB disks eventually? Half a day?
IMO, optical technology under the current developments will only go so far before people get too impatient and start looking for alternatives.
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JazzCrazed, 22 Mar 2005 @ 4:46pm
It's about time!I'm probably more extreme of an advocate for the death of circular discs than most, but I seriously can't wait for the day to come.
Though, is it just me and my semantic nitpicking, or isn't CD audio also digital? Just because PCM doesn't see P2P action as much as MP3 doesn't make it any less digital. "Digital" has morphed into a catchword for all that's hip and online, it seems.
I also wish Wired would quit beating the dead quality donkey in comparing prominent audio codecs unfavorably with CDs. Not everybody has a Marantz CD-14 connected via Acoustic Zens into a Bryston amp and a pair of Von Schweikert speakers to be able to tell the absurdly small difference between CDs and 320kbps MP3s, anyway.
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tra1a1a, 23 Mar 2005 @ 1:33am
Re: TimeIf you think about it you will see that higher capacity doesn't mean lower speeds because the area remains the same. This means that that more data fits into the same space and since the maximum spinning speed is constant for the same time you'll access the same area with the difference that you'll store more data on it. So the higher the density gets the higher the reading/writing speed gets no matter the spinning speed.
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Jared, 23 Mar 2005 @ 10:11am
Re: TimeYes, the area of the disc is the same. However, the whole concept behind blu-ray is that the light wavelength is thinner. Hence, you can fit more onto a disc as you said, but you're going to spend more time on filling all of those smaller tracks up with data.
Ie: 1 track on current d/l DVD = 3 tracks on 25GB blu-ray DVD. Hence, it spends 3 times as longer in the same exact area.
Time increases dramatically. If this keeps up, as I said, we'll be waiting forever to burn 100GB of data.
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Anonymous Coward, 23 Mar 2005 @ 11:32am
Re: Time
I find buring discs to be time consuming & useless unless I want to give it away ( example: a disc of pictures to a friend )
Now days I use only USB flash drives & a portable 160 gig hard drive. This allows me to have all my programs & files with me so that I can jack into any machine and quickly do what I need. Flash drives allow me to transfer data back and forth between home & office quickly & painlessly.
But I must admit, I love DVD's and quite enjoy collecting them. Discs seem wonderful for entertainment but useless for everyday storage.
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pr0vider, 23 Mar 2005 @ 4:29pm
Plastic disks are dead?I'm old enough to remember when CDs first came out in the early 80's. Some vinyl record pressers in those days tried countering the burgeoning movement to CDs by offering "masterdisc copies". Things never change...
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JazzCrazed, 24 Mar 2005 @ 5:30am
Re: Time
One area where optical still proves its worth is that of affordable backup storage. While not convenient (and in my opinion practical) for general use as a storage medium, it's useful to have a DVD-burner set up as a reliable backup device. Optical media are more resilient than hard drives, and will last longer, making them suitable for archiving purposes.
100GB would be a welcome disc size for this reason, even if it did take forever to burn.
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knight37, 24 Mar 2005 @ 9:30am
Discs are dead?Yeah right. No way discs are dead. Even thought in the US we are at 56% broadband penetration, most broadband connections just aren't fast enough to deliver quality movie content at a reasonable speed. When you can download movies as fast as you can download mp3's today, then we can talk about ditching the discs.
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JazzCrazed, 24 Mar 2005 @ 6:50pm
Re: Discs are dead?
I agree that bandwidth is an issue for the time being, but that will not be a limiting factor for long. In fact, media-over-IP probably would be a driving motivation behind the proliferation of faster broadband. They already do internet-transmitted video-on-demand in South Korea, where broadband speeds trump US averages by up to twice as much or more.
What stands in the way are the major media corporations who want to keep things the way they are.
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Random Dude, 23 Aug 2005 @ 1:27pm
How about this?In this age of cheap USB keys, if there was a service where you could walk up with a 4-10GB USB key, and get a DRM encumbered* copy of a movie, or album (think blockbuster) and then insert the key into your and watch it or listen to it, would you?
How about a USB key that was read only, where it could only be written at the store?
How about the same idea but with your iPod or other portable media device?
Then if you decide to buy it, the DRM could easily be extended.
Seems intriguing to me...
* I hate the idea of DRM, but we all know that no Hollywood or RIAA member would allow this application without DRM.
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Anonymous Coward, 23 Aug 2005 @ 6:26pm
Re: How about this?why? u'd still have to go the store, which kind of kills the charm, i think. and juggling different USB keys for different stores b/c ea store has its own writing scheme will only cause confusion and eventually u'll end up returning a blockbuster USB to planet video. that will not be a happy day.
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"I lean on the green side of things in my personal and business life," Luke Hopkins says.
He keeps chickens, grows an organic garden and repurposes shipping boxes. The boxes that carry manufacturing materials into his Blacksburg plant are the same ones that hold his products when he ships them out.
Hopkins is one of an increasing number of entrepreneurs in the Roanoke/New River Valley region who have tapped into a growing market for outdoor activities.
Since 2008, Hopkins' company, Stride, has been designing and building paddleboards, which resemble giant surfboards. Hopkins' models are more than 10 feet long and nearly 3 feet wide. Riders can stand up on the boards to paddle around lakes and bays or even through raging whitewater. Hopkins has ridden one of his boards through the New River Gorge. The Lower Gorge packs 21 sets of rapids into 10 miles, including five that are class IV and four that are class V, which are high rankings for difficulty.
A typical surfboard might get dinged up on rocks, but Hopkins' boards are inflatable — made of the same type of material as whitewater rafts. The boards have nylon fabric inside two layers of rubbery skin, so they're flexible. In addition, there's a plastic coating on the outside that makes the board resistant to scrapes. The board's fins are made of urethane. "You can hit it with a sledgehammer and not hurt it," Hopkins says.
To test the boards' durability, Hopkins intentionally ran over an inflated board with a 12,000-pound van without doing any damage. In an unintentional test, another board blew off the top of an SUV at highway speed and was run over by another vehicle. No damage.
Deflated and folded up, the board fits into the backpack that comes with each board. "You can fly with it," Hopkins said. "You can hike a mountain with it." He has at least one customer who carries a board around in the back of her Honda Fit.
Hopkins says he and his crew (one full-time and four part-timers) have been building and selling about 200 boards a year. He expects to do better this year. Boards cost from $999 to $1,299 each before accessories are added. Those accessories include dry bags and fishing rod holders, tackle boxes and a cutting board. For people who don't like all that standing, Hopkins offers optional seats that turn the board into a sit-on-top kayak.
The paddleboards are sold in stores in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Colorado as well as Virginia. They're available online, too. But Hopkins likes it when people call to order a board directly from his factory. That makes it easier to customize the board's look and utility. When he knows how and where a customer plans to use a paddleboard, he can make sure the board is tailored to that use.
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iPad Mini the 2nd generation iPad with Retina display is also on the same pattern and is expected to have a thin body. All other features are the same as the original version has. It is expected that we shall see two iPads. Both in Golden color as the iPhones have. But this time we are going to have a change and we shall find three more colors in the new devices. It will be gold, grey and silver. There is another change in the design feature of the new iPads; iPad Air and iPad Mini (2nd Generation iPad) and it is absence of mute/ orientation lock switch. We can justify their absence because of the reduce thickness of the devices.
After the updates of previous year we find a change and that is high resolution Retina display with 2048 x 1536 pixels which is quite high and worth boasting about. This resolution results in pixel density of 324pp for the 7.9-inch iPad mini Retina and 264ppi for the 9.7-inch iPad Air. The resolution of the devices is really high and we do not expect it to go further higher.
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However there is a problem with iPad Mini and the problem relates to colors display. It does not cover the full color spectrum or what we call full sRGB color gamut. The color show a bit dim as compare to iPad Air 2. Hopefully Apple realizes this and will do something about improving it.
Both the tablets are powered with Apple's own operating system iOS 8. The users are already familiar with the system using Apple devices. However a big change is expected in Touch ID sensor on the both devices. These finger sensors on the both tablets are different from the previous one and now users will be using their devices like Apple Pay but cash less payment system.
Both the tablets, iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini are expected to come with latest version of Apple A8 chip and known as A8X as well. Apple is the pioneer in using this 64 bit construction. It surpasses and excels Android by years in this change. Apple also adopted ARM architecture license and uses the instructions set in the process of making processor core indigenously. The new Cyclone core in the A8 is a 6-wide machine with single-core performance on top of every other system and we wish to see this standard in the A8X as well.
Another point of interest is the improvement in RAM. It has been doubled and increased to 2 GB for these new devices. Hopefully this will go far in the future like in iPad Air 2 and the second-gen iPad mini with Retina display feature.
Apple has now decided to embed 32/64/128 GB memory in the new devices but changes are the iPad Mini with Retina would still be with 16 GB option.
Although photography is a different topic, needs a separate discussion. However the owners of these devices do expect their devices to be complete and compact and like to use them for photography purpose as well and also wish to capture videos with them for better results they expect a good camera. The two devices iPad Air and iPad Mini with Retina Display have 5 mega pixels main iSight camera and also 1.2 mega pixel front camera. In the new upcoming iPad series Apple is expected to improve their technology in camera and increase it to 8 mega pixel device with better specs.
We have seen in the iPhone 6 series Apple moving to a wider, f/2.2 aperture lens, and we would be expecting a similar lens for its iPads. It is also expected that the new front camera will be supporting FaceTime HD (720p) video calls.
Apple has also incorporated iPhoto editing functionality and given the options of editing and this feature is certainly pleasing for the users having large screen iPad devices.
Apple has been known for Battery and it has been its strong point but the competitors are striving hard and improving their products to compete in the market and coming closer to what is best in the industry. Apple is still using the tested and successful 10-hour battery. If at all there are any modifications or changes to battery capacity, it will not have big difference from the present and battery life is not going to be increased. iPad Air and iPad mini Retina scored a good ~8 hours and 40 minutes on battery life test. They run equally well on both, smartphones and tablets.
The upcoming event is expected to bring good things for us from Apple by unveiling the new iPad Air and second generation iPad mini with Retina on October 16th. If everything goes as planned, these devices will be in the market in the next week that is on the next Friday, October 24th.
The price level is likely to be same and Apple will stick to its policy while fixing the prices of its tablets either: the iPad Air 2 will cost around $499 for the basic Wi-Fi-only model. Second-generation iPad mini with Retina is likely to be available for $399.


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Seahawks | Likely will look to add athletic QB
Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:16:11 -0800
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll would like the team to add an athletic quarterback that has a similar skill set to QB Rusell Wilson this offseason.
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Seahawks | Will listen to offers for Matt Flynn
Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:10:55 -0800
The Seattle Seahawks do not have to trade QB Matt Flynn this offseason but general manager John Schneider will listen to offer for him.
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Read more: http://www.kffl.com/team/33/nfl#ixzz2KucUWBiv
I think Flynn will be needed else where and is good as gone!


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The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV with adequate space for the entire family and offers a reliable drive. The Sequoia was introduced in 2001 and is still produced today.
The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV. Unlike other smaller SUVs in the Toyota line, the Sequoia has real pulling power and some off-road capabilities. In fact, it's powerful enough to pull a boat or a trailer.
The Sequoia has tons of room for the family. Three rows of seats can fit up to nine passengers. Folding the seats down provides impressive 120-cubic feet of cargo space. This is available in the newest models because of the independent front suspension.
The engine in the Sequoia is another of its benefits. The new models have an incredible capacity and horsepower. Some controls inside the vehicle might be a bit fiddly, but overall the Sequoia is one of the finest SUVs on the market.
The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is available in three trim lines including the SR5 base model, the Limited, and Platinum versions.
All three trim lines are available in two-wheel and four-wheel drive. Three different engines are available on each trim line as well. The first is a 4.6-liter V-8 engine with 32-valves. The engine produces 310 horsepower. The second engine is a 5.7-liter V-8 that produces a staggering 381 horsepower. The final engine model is the 5.7-liter, but with the flex-fuel option, allowing you to use two different kinds of fuel as power. All engines are controlled with a six-speed electronically-controlled automatic clutch.
The two-wheel drive versions are rear wheel. The four-wheel drive models use the multi-mode Torsen system with limited-slip center differential and locking feature. All vehicles have four-wheel anti-lock brakes. Three wheel options are available. The SR5 models get the standard 18-inch alloy wheels. The 20-inch sport alloy wheels come as an option on the SR5 and standard on the Limited. The 20-inch diamond cut finished alloy is available on the Platinum vehicle only.
None of the Sequoia models have particularly great fuel economy. The two-wheel drive SR5 gets 14/20 mpg city/highway and a combined 16 mpg, while the four-wheel drive models get a pretty weak 13/17 mpg city/highway and a combined 14 mpg.
Inside the vehicle is a redesigned control panel and upgraded entertainment system. Almost all Toyota models, including the Sequoia, have an AM/FM player with CD, an iPod jack, Sirius XM radio, and Bluetooth connectivity. JBL synthesis speakers come standard on the Limited edition. A voice-activated DVD system is also available on the Limited as an option and is provided standard on the Platinum vehicles. The DVD entertainment system has rear seat mounted nine-inch screens with RCA jacks, outlets, and wireless headphones.
Eight- or seven-passenger seating is available depending on the model. Fabric trimmed seats are available on the SR5, while the Limited and Platinum versions get leather upgrades.
Getting in and out of the vehicle is easier than ever. Keyless entry and power door locks are standardized. All Sequoia models are fitted with front and passenger airbags, side curtains, and seat-mounted side airbags. The Sequoia is not a cheap vehicle. Prices start at $40,930 for the base SR5, and goes all the way up to $58,580 for the Platinum model.
The first generation Sequoia was introduced in the 2001 model year. The first models had a 4.7-liter V-8 engine, a big and burly vehicle that created 240 horsepower. It used a four-speed automatic transmission for control. Two trim lines, the SR5 and the limited, were available. Several changes were made to the vehicle during the first generation production run.
2005 saw a tweak to the engine. The 240 horsepower was increased to 282 horsepower with 325 lb-ft of torque. A sport's package as well as a Limited trim model was also introduced during this model year. Front-side airbags and side curtain airbags were introduced in 2007.
The first generation models have its problems. Although it had a slimmer body, the vehicle a little less bulky in comparison to other full-size SUVs on the market, and the shoulder room was compromised. The third row seats didn't properly fold down, also cutting down on cargo space.
The second generation models started production in 2008 and continue today. It was introduced with a 4.7-liter V-8 engine that included an upgraded five-speed transmission.
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The 2013 Toyota Sequoia is a ruggedly stylish four-door SUV that is an excellent choice for buyers who want a safe and comfortable family vehicle.
2012 Toyota Sequoia
Toyota makes Trailer Sway Control standard for the 2012 Toyota Sequoia SUV. In addition, Toyota Sequoia Platinum model gets a new Blind Spot Monitor system.
2011 Toyota Sequoia
Last year, Toyota added the company's new 4.6-liter, 310-horsepower V-8 to the Sequoia option list, which has better fuel economy than the 4.7-liter it replaces, and more power, too. More equipment was made standard as well. For the 2011 Toyota Sequoia, a brake override system was added, there is a new wood grain on the Platinum grade, and Dark Gray replaces Slate, while Nautical Blue and Spruce were dropped.
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2008 Toyota Sequoia
The 2008 Toyota Sequoia is a full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) that looks fabulous and offers excellent acceleration on the road.
2007 Toyota Sequoia
The 2007 Toyota Sequoia represents the largest SUV produced by this manufacturer, and it seems perfect for families who need three rows of seating.
2006 Toyota Sequoia
The 2006 Toyota Sequoia was introduced in 2001, and its success has grown due to the full-size SUV abilities coupled with the upper-end conveniences of a lavish family vehicle.
2005 Toyota Sequoia
First introduced in 2001, Toyota's Sequoia is the company's largest sport utility vehicle (SUV).
2004 Toyota Sequoia
Few SUVs from 2004 can top the Toyota Sequoia.
2003 Toyota Sequoia
2002 Toyota Sequoia
The 2002 Toyota Sequoia is a response to an ignored market segment and stands at a startling 10 inches off the ground.
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Toyota releases the first Sequoia for 2001, and already it bests the competition by focusing on features that today's drivers want most from full-size SUVs.


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Synonym(s): abject, low, low-down, miserable, scurvy
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One of the most famous jewelry auctions in the world was held in 1887, at the Louvre. The auction of the French Crown Jewels was referred to at that time as "the sale of the century". Frédéric Boucheron, the only Frenchman amongst the attendance of the world's most important jewelers, managed to acquire 31 diamonds and among them the celebrated Mazarin diamonds weighing respectively 18 and 16 carats, along with one of Empress Eugénie's most beautiful jewels, for which the auction stakes skyrocketed. When word was out that Frédéric Boucheron had bought this sumptuous stone, the whole of Paris wondered who had given the acquisition order. It turned out that Frédéric had acquired it for himself so as to set it on a ring for his wife, Gabrielle, as a pledge of his eternal love. Ever since, Boucheron has been the jeweler of love and tradition has it that the most passionate of men go to the Maison to choose an engagement ring.Discover all of the Boucheron moments
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