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Hey y'all,
Color me SO excited for opening day of the year's final major, the US Open!
I'll be traveling to Flushing Meadows + the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center this morning to check out all the day's action and will be sending updates via Twitter. Also, I'll be announcing the winner of the Dick's Sporting Goods Reader Giveaway on the social media site so if you're not following DtL yet, click here.
I LOVE meeting readers so if you happen to be at the US Open today and see me make sure to say "HELLO!"
Okay, time to get ready.
Have a good one and enjoy opening day!!!
RiCH
Monday, August 31, 2009
Letter to DtL readers: Flushing Meadows bound
Oh yeah. The # 7. I took it back to Manhattan once (with Nick Bollettieri and his trophy assistant across from me. He was friendly.)
Rich-how's your assistant?
ENJOY!
R'teer
Hey Rich. Hope you had fun today! I was actually there as well, but didn't see you.
Just got home. Now watching Venus and Roddick on ESPN. I'm going to love these next two weeks.'teer - My assistant? Color me confused. So you actually witnessed Nick B's leather tan in person? I feel for you.
Ryan T - Too bad we missed each other. I mean, there were only around 60,000 people there yesterday. Yikes! I saw a pic of Rafa running around the grounds - and he still had his clothes in tact.
aww Rich always nice n willing to meet readers, too bad I can't make it to the open this year :(
looking forward to your commentary rich!
you must come down to Australia for the Oz Open - it'll be freezing summer by you, you gotta come to happy open!
cool picture here, the train and all.
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Hi everyone,
After about 4 years of using the same, slightly cumbersome, postprocessing workflow. While i used to use C1 + Photoshop I have switched over to lightroom and am learning the ropes. I have the Martin Evening Lightoroom book, which has been very helpful but have a question that I wasn't able to find in it our online.
I currently shoot with a 450D in RAW Mode. My preferred way of viewing my photos is on my large TV (via my playstation 3) which is a 1920x1080 sRGB device. I also would like to have the option of viewing my photos on my new wide gamut dell monitor which has a resolution of 1920x1200.
My question is this: Is there a way for lightroom to allow me to set multiple crops of a single photo to deal with the difference aspect ratios of my different, while preserving the original data from the 450D. If so, then what is the easiest way to export the PS3 cropped photo to an sRGB JPEG for moving over to the PS3? I presume this is possible via the export function but how do I deal with the multiple crops?
Hopefully this makes sense. I could do this easily enough in photoshop I know but I am hoping that there is way for lightroom to do this more efficiently.
Thanks.
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Slide copiers compatible with strips of 35mm film (instead of just mounted slides) are not hard to find, but I haven't seen one made to handle 4-inch diameter, very long rolls of 35mm microfilm. Is there such a thing?
I've been using a microfilm scanner at the library to make copies of certain illustrations in century-old newspapers. Unfortunately that scanner can't capture all the detail I see on the microfilm reader monitor. The newspaper microfilm rolls are always 4-inch diameter rolls of 35mm film.
So I'm thinking of using a slide copier compatible with strip film, with my high-resolution DSLR and macro lens, to capture the images in more detail. My DSLR manufacturer made a high-quality slide copier compatible with strip film, along with a bellows to use with it.
But the "strips" in this case would be 4-inch diameter rolls of 35mm newspaper microfilm. That's an extremely long "strip" compared to what that slide copier was really meant for. If I just let each end dangle to table or floor, there would be the danger of damaging the film, and anyway I doubt the library would allow it. The microfilm can only be used in the library (the rolls are lent to my library from other libraries on my behalf, often from the Library of Congress, on the condition that the rolls do not leave my library), and to get permission from the librarians to use my equipment to read it instead of the library's equipment I would need to be able to show them that the microfilm would be handled with care.
Any suggestions?
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Headline-grabbing treks across America or part of it are the staple of news stories these days. Someone crosses the desert on one leg; another person bikes across America; a 400-pounder walks across America for fitness. The list goes on and on. Surely there is a "publicity-seeking" dimension to all of this, since 250 pounds can be lost in the quiet of one's home as well as under the Nebraska sun. But often these journeys have a larger purpose, to illustrate a perceived injustice or to bring attention not simply to the person doing the thing but to the cause itself. This, in my judgment, is the signal contribution of Christopher Swain's 1243-mile swim down the Columbia River in 2002-03 and this recently-released film (April 2006) directed by Andy Norris commemorating it. I saw it tonight at the Salem Cinema's "DocuWeek," in my judgment the most significant cultural event of the year in Salem, OR. Though the pro-environmental approach of the film is much more transparent than the Columbia River, the overriding message is clear and should be relatively uncontroversial: the Columbia River is filthy, the Clean Water Act states that the goal is to clean up waterways like the Columbia, people in general want a clean River and we ought to put more effort into realizing these desires. It is the disarming simplicity of the message which may, more than anything, help fuel the extraordinarily complex effort to return the Columbia to a more pristine condition.
Three Points from the Film
Of all the points that can be made in reviewing the film, three stand out to me. The first relates to the rigors of Swain's swim. No human, to our knowledge, had previously completed the 1243-mile swim from the Columbia Lake in British Columbia to the Pacific Ocean. The only living creatures that have done so are the salmon that are now quintupally decimated on the River. Swain originally planned to make the swim from June - December 2002, but financial and other problems necessitated his stopping after five months, finding work, and then not actually finishing until July 2003. The water was as cold as 39 degrees in British Columbia; often it was coated with waste; it could hide, in its massive waves, huge floating fir branches. In an interview Swain mentioned the tremendous loneliness and isolation that accompanied him in this most isolating swim. Yet he persisted. With the energy and focus that often gets people into trouble, he finally arrived in Astoria in July 2003. John Jacob Astor's exploring party of 192 years earlier couldn't have been more elated to see that spot. And Swain wasn't the only one who faced privation. Andy Norris narrated the long days and longer nights, the floors slept on, the cold, unforgiving wind, the sheer exhaustion that accompanied them along the way.
A second point is the effect of the Columbia River development on the native communities. There was no effort to "balance" perspectives in this film, but nevetheless the native spokesmen were eloquent, heartfelt and persuasive. Most wrenching for me was the sense that when The Dalles Dam became fully operational in 1957 a whole culture, centering on Celilo Falls, collapsed. I never knew that the "Chief" in the award-winning film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" was in the mental facility because of alcoholism but in the book he was so committed because of a mental breakdown occasioned by the submerging of Celilo Falls in the backwater of The Dalles Dam. Certainly that theme wouldn't have "flown," so to speak in Hollywood in the mid-1970s. Little attempt was made to nuance the historic and justified complaints of the Natives with more current efforts, legally and otherwise, to ameliorate some of these conditions. But the point is solid, and was made effectively.
Third, the film is a profoundly hopeful one. It points to a rather bleak present, but it also portrays a cadre of intelligent, committed, knowledgeable people who will not give up until cleaner days for the river are ahead. Yet, the cost of hope is often extreme. Fueled by the "high" produced by this swim, Swain has taken on the Hudson and the Charles, those ribbons through the most populous part of the country. But, as luck or fate would have it, his single-minded passion also contributed to strains in his marriage, and a divorce has resulted. Men, young men in particular, when all the duties and responsibilities of family and fidelity are upon them, when equally strong pulls to "make a mark" in the world also press, often have to follow their heart--which may leave their families behind. The myth of "balance" in life is, for a certain personality type, simply that--a myth.
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I can't decide if I love Java or hate it. I've written books on Java, produced a special DDJ issue on Java, and was a Java columnist for one of our sister magazines, back when we had those. I even edited the Dobb's Java newsletter for a while. There must be something I like. However, I always find I like it more in the server and network environment. For user interfaces, I tend towards Qt these days. For embedded systems, I haven't warmed to Java, even though there are a few options out there, some of which I will talk about sometime later this year.
The lines, however, are blurring between all the different kinds of systems. You almost can't avoid Java somewhere. The Arduino uses Java internally. So does Eclipse. Many data acquisition systems need to connect over a network and Java works well for that, either on the device or running on a host PC (or even a Raspberry Pi).
Another love-hate relationship I have is with the serial port. My first real job was with a company that made RS-232 devices, so like many people I have a long history with serial communications. We keep hearing that the office is going paperless and serial ports are dead. Neither of those seems to have much chance of being true anytime soon. Even a lot of USB devices still look like serial ports, so it is pretty hard to completely give up on the old standard, at least for now.
It isn't that Java doesn't support the serial port. Sun released the Java Communications API in 1997 and Oracle still nominally supports it. It covers using serial ports and parallel ports (which are mostly, but not completely, dead). The problem has always been in the implementation.
When reading the official Oracle page, I noticed that there are reference implementations for Solaris (both SPARC and x86) and Linux x86. I guess they quit trying to support Windows, which is probably a good thing. The last time I tried to use the Windows port, it suffered from many strange errors. For example, if the library wasn't on the same drive as the Java byte code, you couldn't enumerate ports. Things like that.
Pretty much everyone I know has switched to using an open project's implementation, RXTX. The Arduino, for example, uses this set of libraries to talk to the serial port (even if the serial port is really a USB port). The project implements the "official" API and requires a native library, but works on most flavors of Windows, Linux, Solaris, and MacOS. The project is pretty much a drop-in replacement unless you use the latest version.
The 2.1 series of versions still implement the standard API (more or less), but they change the namespace to gnu.io.*. If you use the older 2.0 series, you don't have to even change the namespace from the official examples.
Speaking of examples, instead of rewriting code here, I'll simply point you to the RXTX examples if you want to experiment.
One thing I did find interesting, however, is that RXTX uses JNI to interface with the native library (which, of course, varies by platform). I have always found JNI to be a pain to use (although, you don't use JNI yourself if you are just using RXTX in your program). I much prefer JNA. JNA is another way to call native code in Java programs, and it is much easier to manage. Granted, you can get slightly better performance in some cases using JNI, but in general, modern versions of JNA perform well and typically slash development costs.
I did a quick search to see if there was something equivalent to RXTX but using JNA. There is PureJavaComm. Even if you don't want to switch off RXTX, the analysis of the design of PureJavaComm at that link is interesting reading. Using JNA, the library directly calls operating system calls and avoids having a platform-specific shared library, which is a good thing for many reasons.
Have you managed to dump all your serial ports? Leave a comment and share your experiences. | http://www.drdobbs.com/embedded-systems/write-once-communicate-nowhere/240149018?cid=SBX_ddj_related_mostpopular_default_testing&itc=SBX_ddj_related_mostpopular_default_testing | 2013-05-18T10:32:19 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
It is often said that it's only when you try to explain something to someone else that you come to realize that there are holes in your understanding of the topic in question. Such was the case when it came to presenting the concept of rounding in my most recent book, How Computers Do Math (John Wiley & Sons Inc.) featuring a virtual 8-bit computer-calculator called the DIY Calculator. As soon as I started my research into rounding, I was surprised to discover the wide range of algorithms in use. I was even more surprised to find that even the simplest technique--truncation, also known as chopping--has different results when working with signed vs. unsigned binary representations.
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Let's start the ball rolling by considering the various rounding schemes in the context of the sign-magnitude decimal numbers we know and love so well. The most fundamental fact associated with rounding is that it involves transforming some quantity from a greater precision to a lesser precision; for example, suppose that we average out a range of prices and end up with a dollar value of $5.19286. In this case, rounding the more precise value of $5.19286 to the nearest cent would result in $5.19, which is less precise.
Given a choice, we would generally prefer to use a rounding algorithm that minimizes the effects of this loss of precision, especially in the case where multiple processing iterations--each involving rounding--can result in "creeping errors."
By this we mean that errors increase over time due to performing rounding operations on data that has previously been rounded. However, in the case of hardware implementations targeted toward tasks such as digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms, for example, we also have to be cognizant of the overheads associated with the various rounding techniques so as to make appropriate design trade-offs (see Fig. 1).
Round-toward-nearest: This is perhaps the most intuitive of the various rounding algorithms. In this case, values such as 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4 would round down to 3, while values of 3.6, 3.7, 3.8 and 3.9 would round up to 4. The trick, of course, is to decide what to do in the case of the halfway value 3.5. In fact, round-toward-nearest may be considered to be a superset of two complementary options known as round-half-up and round-half-down, each of which treats the 3.5 value in a different manner as discussed below.
Round-half-up: This algorithm, which may also be referred to as arithmetic rounding, is the one that we typically associate with the rounding we learned at grade school. In this case, a halfway value such as 3.5 will round up to 4. One way to view this is that, at this level of precision and for this particular example, we can consider there to be 10 values that commence with a 3 in the most-significant place (3.0, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8 and 3.9). On this basis, it intuitively makes sense for five of the values to round down and for the other five to round up; that is, for the five values 3.0 through 3.4 to round down to 3, and for the remaining five values--3.5 through 3.9--to round up to 4.
The tricky point with the round-half-up algorithm arrives when we come to consider negative numbers. In the case of the values –3.1, –3.2, –3.3 and –3.4, these will all round to the nearest integer, which is –3; similarly, in the case of values like –3.6, –3.7, –3.8 and –3.9, these will all round to –4. The problem arises in the case of –3.5 and our definition as to what "up" means in the context of "round-half-up." Based on the fact that a value of 3.5 rounds up to 4, most of us would intuitively expect a value of –3.5 to round to –4. In this case, we would say that our algorithm was symmetric for positive and negative values.
However, some applications (and mathematicians) regard "up" as referring to positive infinity. Based on this, –3.5 will actually round to –3, in which case we would class this as being an asymmetric implementation of the round-half-up algorithm. For example, the round method of the Java Math Library provides an asymmetric implementation of the round-half-up algorithm, while the round function in Matlab provides a symmetric implementation. Just to keep us on our toes, the round function in Visual Basic for Applications 6.0 actually implements the round-half-even (banker's rounding) algorithm discussed below.
Round-half-down: This acts in the opposite manner to its round-half-up counterpart. In this case, a halfway value such as 3.5 will round to 4. Once again, we run into a problem when we come to consider negative numbers, depending on what we assume "down" to mean. In the case of a symmetric implementation of the algorithm, a value of –3.5 will round to –3. By comparison, in the case of an asymmetric implementation of the algorithm, in which "down" is understood to refer to negative infinity, a value of –3.5 will actually round to –4.
As a point of interest, the symmetric versions of rounding algorithms are sometimes referred to as Gaussian implementations. This is because the theoretical frequency distribution known as a Gaussian distribution--which is named for the German mathematician and astronomer Karl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855)--is symmetrical about its mean value.
Round-half-even: If halfway values are always rounded in the same direction (for example 3.5 rounds to 4 and 4.5 rounds to 5), the result can be a bias that grows as more rounding operations are performed. One solution toward minimizing this bias is to sometimes round up and sometimes round down.
In the case of the round-half-even algorithm (which is often referred to as "banker's rounding" because it is commonly used in financial calculations), halfway values are rounded toward the nearest even number. Thus, 3.5 will round up to 4 and 4.5 will round down to 4. The round-half-even algorithm is, by definition, symmetric for positive and negative values, so both –3.5 and –4.5 will round to –4.
Round-half-odd: This is the theoretical counterpart to the round-half-even algorithm, in which halfway values are rounded toward the nearest odd number. In this case, 3.5 will round to 3 and 4.5 will round to 5 (similarly, –3.5 will round to –3 and –4.5 will round to –5). In practice, however, the round-half-odd algorithm is never used because it will never round to zero (rounding to zero is often a desirable attribute for rounding algorithms). | http://www.drdobbs.com/jvm/a-remote-java-rmi-registry/jvm/rounding-algorithms/240148975 | 2013-05-18T10:22:47 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
The development team in Redmond let out a small collective sigh of relief this week as the first official update for Visual Studio 2012 was released. A bright shiny new Visual Studio 2012 Update 1 steps forward as the first of several updates that will be brought forward with faster regularity.
This increase in update frequency indicates Microsoft is aligning to core software development trends (i.e., RAD and Agile) in the market. The approach to delivering updates, integrated directly into the IDE, makes it easier for developers to keep the Visual Studio client up-to-date.
Microsoft's developer division corporate VP S. Somasegar says that this release isn't just about bug fixes (although there are a few of those, too) and that this contains improvements intended to "measurably address" issues reported through channels including Connect, UserVoice, and Windows Error Reporting.
"The new functionality in Update 1 primarily spans four areas of investment: Windows development, SharePoint development, Agile teams, and continuous quality," said Somasegar.
Featured here is support for debugging mixed managed/native Windows Store applications as well as improved ARM debugging for Windows 8 apps. The firm is targeting Windows XP with C++ applications now built into Visual Studio 2012. SharePoint 2010 development also comes into the spotlight with additional ALM capabilities for SharePoint 2010 app development, such as load testing and coded UI testing support with the aim of improving quality, scalability, and agility.
Somasegar explains that Update 1 also includes diagnostics and testing support for Windows Store apps. This comes in the form of a JavaScript memory analysis tool support for data-driven unit tests and C++ unit testing enhancements. Additionally, for developers building apps for Windows Phone 8, Microsoft has enabled code analysis to help improve the quality of their phone apps.
Microsoft spells out its Agile team focus saying that this update includes usability improvements to productivity while managing projects in the web-based interface for Team Foundation Server.
"[There are] new ways to navigate around the UI, more cases where dragging and dropping is relevant, and a much-improved source viewing and diffing experience. Update 1 also includes Kanban support. In addition to the existing Scrum and task board support, the Kanban support offers a new range of project tracking options, including a Kanban board and a cumulative flow diagram," blogged Somasegar.
Continuous quality also comes into focus with Update 1, and for Microsoft's money this currently means testing at all levels. Code coverage is now supported for manual testing ASP.NET applications and the firm hopes that this will enable testers to analyze which areas of a code base are used during manual testing (similar to the support already enabled for automated tests).
Cross-browser testing is now supported, with the ability to record tests on Internet Explorer and later replay them with most modern browsers.
In a slightly non-related but still kind of related update to finish with, Somasegar suggests that those looking for more functionality out of Visual Studio 2012 should consider installing the recently released free Productivity Power Tools add-in from the Visual Studio Gallery. These are actually created by individuals on the Visual Studio team and act as a pack of extensions focused on "streamlining" the developer experiences, or "making programming better" if you want it in non-Microsoft terminology. | http://www.drdobbs.com/windows/visual-studio-2012-update-1-arrives/240142941?cid=SBX_ddj_related_commentary_default_architecture_and_design&itc=SBX_ddj_related_commentary_default_architecture_and_design | 2013-05-18T10:32:02 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [
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The fourth teaser poster for Brian Pulido's The Graves emerged today, this time showcasing a character with a penchant for some monstrous demonstrations.
If ya head on up to Skull City Mine, be sure to visit the blacksmith, Jonah Lee Atwood. He gives a demonstration every hour on the hour. Then again, Jonah is a murderer, responsible for hundreds of deaths.
Shane Stevens delivers a nuanced performance as an unyielding killer who fulfills a solemn obligation, even while he hates himself for doing it. What would possess a man to do the unthinkable?
The Graves also Tindall (Death of a Ghost Hunter), Barbara Glover (Red Rock West), Calabrese and Tony Todd ("24",.
- Uncle Creepy
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It's been some time since we talked about Death Troopers, the novel by Joe Schreiber where the worlds of horror and the pop culture phenomenon called Star Wars collide. The idea was instantly applauded, though, at the time, it was shocking that Lucas would allow such liberties to be taken with his creations.
Since then, we've seen Funko prepare to crank out a line of Monster Mash-Ups, combining iconic monsters with Star Wars characters ... which tells us George isn't as rigid as we once thought! Now, Death Troopers gets something it sorely needed ... MERCHANDISING!!! Gentle Giant takes the lead, doing what they do best with a property they know very well. Here's the skinny ...
The legions of the undead are here..
At 6.5 inches this remarkably horrifying 1/6th scale mini-bust is crafted in heavy, high quality poly-stone, featuring detachable armor plates revealing the morbid decay of the Imperial walking dead. Accurately sculpted with detailed and distressed armor, then hand painted to Gentle Giant’s always exacting specifications. This fine collectible is a limited edition. Each piece is individually numbered with matching certificate of authenticity and includes a complete Paperback edition of Joe Schreiber’s Star Wars horror novel: Death Troopers.
Pre-Orders are beginning to pop up now, but the piece doesn't drop until October. Don't let that keep you waiting! I have no idea how limited this piece will be, so if you NEED this in your collection, stake your claim immediately.
The above not enough for you? Need your Star Wars/horror fix a bit more visceral? Well, for the really there's also the Deluxe Death Trooper Mini Bust featuring detachable armor plates revealing the morbid decay of the Imperial walking dead, including the fiendish face behind the mask! A blaster and 3 additional Interchangeable arms are included.
- Nomad
Nice bust. I like it.
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Lemonade has been a refreshing beverage for generations and generations. Today party throwers and moms all around are looking for a way to improve the same ole same, without losing the quality. Preparing your own bubbly lemonade is a great way to keep the refreshment of lemonade around but adding the sparking effect to make it appear different. The taste is not much different other than the carbonation and bubbly!
To make your own home made bubbly lemonade you will need some sparkling water and either lemons or lemonade mix. You can choose to make your own freshly squeezed lemonade for a true homemade touch and natural sweeteners. If you use a lemonade mix you may have to add some sugar as well but that is entirely up to you. Even if you choose to use these juice mixes and concentrates you can cut up lemon slices to put in the jug or container for show or extra flavor. The sparking water you use can be any brand but is recommended that you chill the water before mixing it with the lemonade.
You then simply mix your sparkling water with your lemonade or lemonade mix and litter with lemon slices! You then have a presentable old time favorite, with a new age twist. The great thing is that the beverage is great for people of all ages. A five year old to a ninety year old can enjoy this cool drink anytime, anywhere. While some versions of bubbly lemonade can be found in your local super markets, they can often be high in sugars or have too much carbonation. Consider trying both options out to see which one you prefer. They can be around the same in cost so the decision will ultimately be up to your taste buds and not your wallet. | http://www.drinksecrets.com/ingredient/bubbly-lemonade/i1372c19 | 2013-05-18T10:12:58 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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By John Donovan, Low-Power Design, for Drive for Innovation
Just:
1. Take off and get up to a reasonable speed.
2. Shift the transmission selector to the Low setting. This engages electric motor braking when you’re coasting.
3. Press the dashboard Sport mode button. This will give you a bit more zip at higher RPMs.
4.%. As the car slows down, the efficiency drops rapidly below 0.1g, at which point you’re increasingly reliant on the friction brakes. At higher speeds the effect of regenerative braking is outweighed by wind drag and tire friction.
The 75% figure represents the effectiveness of the regenerative braking system in slowing the forward motion of the car. Since the braking motor and electronics are ones that are driving the car—when braking the current flow is just reversed—the efficiency of the motor as a generator in refueling the battery bank is well over 90%.
So how much energy does regenerative braking put back into the system when you’re driving downhill with your foot off the accelerator? It depends on the kinetic energy of the car, plus the speed/wind drag, road grade, deceleration, and system controller’s algorithm. The basic answer is, “Not a lot—but it helps.” If you’ve just crested a small hill, you won’t get much back. If you’re driving down a long, steep mountain road, the regenerative payback can notably improve your mileage—not to mention prolong the life of your disk brakes.
If that isn’t a sufficient answer—and it isn’t—you can check the GM Volt Performance Simulation results based on the same inputs that GM used in their evaluations.
A nice feature for GM to add would be an adjustable regenerative braking system with a button on the dashboard where you could preset the desired stiffness of the system. That would enable you to choose a higher resistance when you’re going down a steep incline, just as you’d downshift to a lower gear in another car.
Still, the fact that you can recoup some of the energy that it took to get up to speed or up the mountain is one of those nice benefits that come with an electric vehicle.
Glenn Crosby November 1, 2011 at 11:32 am
I’ve experienced an advantage of regenerative braking that doesn’t get much attention. My regular brake pads last much, much longer on my Highlander. I used to go through brake pads every 30K miles, but my hybrid Highlander with regenerative braking has 112K miles on the original brakes and still going strong.
Bill November 1, 2011 at 11:56 am
For “stop and go” driving, regenerative braking into a “battery” of ultracaps seems far more efficient than charging batteries.
ClarksonCote November 24, 2011 at 9:01 pm
I went up and down Mount Washington Auto Road with the Volt, had no battery left at the top. At the bottom, my battery was back up to 60%, and the brake rotors were cool to the touch. Conventional cars going down the mountain have to stop numerous times to let their brakes cool, whereas I did not stop at all. I thought this was very impressive.
Bruce November 29, 2011 at 9:03 am
A hybrid car like the Volt or Prius should get better mileage on the city driving cycle than it does on the highway driving cycle. The aerodynamic losses are lower at low speed, and most of the braking losses are eliminated during the city cycle due to the regenerative braking. I think if the manufacturers would abandon permenant magnet motors and use would field rotors, they might recover more of the braking energy. During regenerative braking, when the motor speed is low enough that the motor voltage is lower than the battery voltage, there may not be any recovery.
Notice that the Chinese are making a car using compressed air rather than batteries. If they use an adiabatic accumulator to store the air, they might get very good regenerative braking efficiency.
Eaton has a project to use hydraulics for hybrid trucks for both garbage trucks and UPS trucks. Hydraulics have many advantages over electrics for these applications. Using an adiabadic accumulator, the efficiency of energy recovery during braking can approach 90%. And the hydraulic technology already exists, and the hydraulic components essentially last forever, needing new seals only infrequently. And the hydraulic components will not catch fire.
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Tom November 1, 2011 at 10:39 am
It sounds like regenerative braking doesn’t extend your drive much more than my throwing an un-drunk glass of water onto the lawn keeps me from having to water the lawn. However, in a similar way at least it’s not the waste that turning the kinetic energy into heat through the brakes would be, and it gives a more familiar feel to the driving. And this is the real world so you can’t consume energy to get up to speed without losses any more than you can reconvert back into potential energy without losses. But I’m still happier pouring my unused water on the garden than down the drain.
As I recall from my olde tyme internal combustion engine courses, taking your foot off the gas with the transmission engaged provides some cooling benefit to the engine, but without the fuel/air mixture being carefully measured and spark well timed, you’re throwing a lot of poorly-burned hydrocarbons out the exhaust. Even the ’69 VW had a mechanism to slow the throttling of the engine to minimize the junkie air caused by a quick removal of the foot from the gas.
It would be interesting to know what percentage of the battery gets recharged normally by regenerative braking. I’d guess less than 1%. I hope it didn’t cost much to accommodate it. | http://www.driveforinnovation.com/regenerative-braking/ | 2013-05-18T11:03:10 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
The Chardonnay in my glass is the same colour as the warm sunlight filtering through the awning jutting out over the terrace here at Mission Hill Family Estate Winery.
The grapes that were crushed for this goblet of pleasure came from the vines growing down the hillside just over the wall of the terrace. After the vines, the land drops off to the lake glistening in the sunshine. Sunshine like nowhere else in Canada.
We're in the Okanagan Valley, a paradise that has been rated by Environment Canada as having "the most desirable climate" in Canada, contains the warmest freshwater lake in the country and supplies the rest of us with apricots, cherries, pears, peaches, plums, apples and, of course, grapes and wine. Residents here live on average two years longer than they do anywhere else in the country.
The valley occupies an area about 30 kilometres wide and 300 kilometres long, and we have been up and down and back and forth as part of our quest.
There has been a distinct pattern in our few days here in the Okanagan. I take the first shift behind the wheel. And what a wheel! It steers a Mercedes-Benz S450 4Matic, a powerful road machine with an automatic transmission that winds through an unprecedented seven gears like it's on a racetrack, delivering 335 horsepower.
Once we get to our first destination of the day, I turn over the driving to my husband, Garry, and move to my next job. Tough job but someone's got to do it. We have a self-imposed mission to figure out what wine tasting tours are all about. I have the first ingredients: a list of six Okanagan Valley wineries, a flashy Mercedes-Benz with an interior fit for a queen, which is what Garry keeps calling me for some reason, and the other necessary ingredient; a designated driver.
The vehicle is luxurious, überelegant and ever so thoughtfully appointed. I immediately love how the centre console opens from both sides, making the passenger feel just as special as the driver. I love the clicky throttle feel and the silky sound of the V8 engine. Then there's the plush headrest that fools your head into thinking there's a feather pillow back there, and the fact that it is controlled electronically along with the seat -simple yet genius!
Talking about what I like about the Mercedes-Benz S450 is straight forward compared to trying to figure out how to talk about wine.
Here's the deal on wine-tasting. Start with the whites and move to the reds. Involve all five senses. Look at the colour of the liquid then smell. Swirl the wine in the glass (that's the tough part, don't actually stick your fingers in the wine!). Smell again, then finally take a sip. Let it sit in your mouth for a few seconds before swallowing.
Then, you get to take another sip and, here's the fun part, tilt your head forward and suck some air into your mouth so that you have air and wine in your mouth at the same time. Sounds impossible, I know, or at the very least messy, but it does add a new dimension to the wine. If you're so inclined, you can distinguish and discuss various fruit and berry flavours, tannins, oak finishes, even tobacco. How do they get those flavours in there?
At the Jackson Triggs Okanagan Estate winery, the stylish Tasting Gallery offers small squares of dark chocolate to go with their bold red. Chocolate and wine? Wow! Give me more.
The Okanagan Valley is a worldclass wine-tasting destination that perhaps owes its ever-increasing global status to the common Chardonnay grape that hangs from the vines below our perfect perch here on Mission Hill.
Mission Hill Family Estate's proprietor, Anthony von Mandl, had a brash vision. Enter a wine from the Canadian Okanagan into the renowned Chardonnay du Monde competition in France. The winery's 1999 Estate Chardonnay took the only gold medal awarded to a North American wine, much to the puzzlement of French wine growers. They repeated the blind taste test again the next day just to make sure.
It's been an unforgettable few days here in the Okanagan and, after the tour of Mission Hill Family Estate winery, my head is abuzz with balmy sunshine, a marvellous meal of roasted Queen Charlotte halibut, steamed fiddleheads, succulent dumplings filled with burst-in-yourmouth purée roasted squash, absorbing wine facts, the dazzling architecture of Mission Hill and, of course, those Chardonnays, Pinot Blancs, Pinot Noirs and Merlots. The transit between wineries in the passenger seat of the sleek S450 Mercedes-Benz has been unforgettable, too.
How much more can one human take? Well, we can take home a case of it for starters!
Lisa Calvi operates Odyssey International with her husband Garry Sowerby. Contact her at lisa.calvi@ gmail.com. Follow her on Twitter @ FrontLady | http://www.driving.ca/theprovince/vine+time+behind+wheel/4569970/story.html | 2013-05-18T10:32:26 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Iconia A510 Review Releases App to Help A500 Owners Update to Ice Cream Sandwich
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Acer Iconia A500 Ice Cream Sandwich Update Rolling Out Now
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Acer’s Expected Date for Ice Cream Sandwich Update to Iconia Tablet is April 27
Acer, 1GB of RAM, dual cameras, and again, the power of Tegra 3. The A510 can be pre-ordered today, however, Acer has not given a specific date for when it may actually arrive in your hands or stores.
We fondled a similar tab at CES and came away impressed for the most part. The price isn’t bad for a quad-core processor and 32GB of storage, but can it steal consumers away from the iPad or Transformer Prime?
Toshiba Thrive To Receive Ice Cream Sandwich By End Of Spring, Acer Iconia Begins Receiving Update Now
It may be hard to believe, but there are devices still out there that have not received the update to Ice Cream Sandwich yet. I know, it’s unbelievable. The Toshiba Thrive and the Acer Iconia tablets are just two of the devices on that list. Well, you can now mark off the Iconia tablet, as Acer has begun to push out ICS to the A200 tablet starting last Friday. Congrats, Iconia owners.
As for the Thrive, owners have until the end of Spring to receive it on their devices, so the wait could be a couple more months. Word from Toshiba’s PR Manager is that both the 10.1″ and 7″ variations of the device will receive the Ice Cream love around that time frame. Could be worse – you could own a Thunderbolt.
Via: Computer World, PC Mag
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Live – Acer Event CES 2012
Well folks, it’s time to kick off CES 2012! We are live from the Acer event that for the most part, is the first real press event of the whole week. Tough to tell what we may see from them, but on the Android front you have to expect some tablets. There is also a chance that we could get a new phone offering, but again, you will just have to follow along with us during this live blog to see.
Our goal is to live blog just like this during each major press event. You should expect pictures, commentary and a break down of the happenings as they unfold. The quality is obviously all dependent on the internet connection that we can sustain during it, which usually isn’t anything to brag about at these press gatherings.
Anyways, buckle up, CES 2012 has officially begun! | http://www.droid-life.com/tag/acer/page/2/ | 2013-05-18T10:41:54 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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Our support group for Advil Liqui-Gels has 1 questions and 4 members. Updated 31 May | http://www.drugs.com/answers/support-group/advil-liqui-gels/ | 2013-05-18T11:05:44 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Consumer Reports Poll: Most Say TV Drug Ads Should Include Info on How to Report Side Effects
Most Americans Don't Know They Can Report Bad Reactions to FDA Safety Program
WASHINGTON, April 02, 2008, 2008 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new reporting language in last fall's FDA reform bill. "If the FDA is really serious about finding out how drugs work in the millions of people who take them each day, it should be doing all it can to make sure the reporting information is included in the advertising -- not dragging its feet," Witczak said.
A national poll by the Consumer Reports National Research Center found that among consumers who have ever taken a prescription drug, one in six (16 percent) had experienced a serious drug side effect at some time in their life -- described by the FDA as a reaction that led them to visit a doctor or hospital, was life-threatening or caused a significant disability or incapacity. But only 35 percent of consumers polled were aware that serious side effects can be reported to the FDA. (To view the poll, go to).
Yet Americans were very familiar with drug advertising. Eight in 10 (81 percent) said they had seen or heard an advertisement for prescription drugs within the past 30 days. Among them, virtually all -- 98 percent -- viewed an ad on television.
When asked if they think prescription drug advertising should include information to report an adverse drug reaction to the FDA, 87 percent of consumers said TV ads should contain the information, and 90 percent said print ads should do the same.
"Clearly, consumers want to know how to report serious drug side effects to the FDA, and they think drug advertising is an ideal way to do that," Foley said.
Adverse event reporting by consumers is vital to signaling drug safety problems, but the FDA's reporting system, MedWatch, catches only a fraction of serious side effects. In 2004, about 423,000 adverse events were collected by the FDA, even though drug reactions account for nearly 700,000 emergency room visits each year.
Drug makers are required to report adverse events to the FDA, yet doctors and patients -- those with the most direct experience with side effects -- voluntarily report them, and little is done by the FDA to make consumers aware of how to report side effects.
An Institute of Medicine report found that in 2004, only 21,500 of the more than 422,000 reports that year came from doctors and patients.
The survey asked consumers if they would know where to report a serious side effect -- 72 percent said they would. Among them, the vast majority (79 percent) said they would report their problems to their doctor, followed by their pharmacist at 16 percent. Only 7 percent of that group said they would file a report with the FDA.
"Doctors and health care professionals play an important role in drug safety when they report their patients' adverse reactions to the FDA. But we're aware of the demands on their time, and we think consumers should know there is a resource available at the FDA to track their severe drug reactions," Foley said.
CONTACT: Susan Herold, +1-202-462-6262, or Liz Foley, +1-914-378-2421,both of Consumers Union; or Kim Witczak of WoodyMatters, +1-612-877-0570
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FDA Approves Elaprase - First Treatment for Hunter Syndrome
July 24, 2006
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today.
Hunter Syndrome, which usually becomes apparent in children one to three years of age, is a disease in which the person’s body is defective in producing the chemical iduronate-2-sulfatase, which is needed to adequately breakdown complex sugars produced in the body. Symptoms include growth delay, joint stiffness, and coarsening of facial features. In severe cases, patients experience respiratory and cardiac problems, enlargement of the liver and spleen, neurological deficits, and death.
Elaprase was designated as an orphan product by FDA. Orphan products, such as Elaprase,.
"This is the first product that brings help to a very small group of seriously ill patients who have no other treatment option," said Dr. Steven Galson, Director, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. "This approval is a good example of how the Orphan products program can benefit the public health with urgently needed products that would otherwise not be commercially available."
Elaprase was approved after a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 96 patients with Hunter syndrome showed that the treated participants had an improved capacity to walk. At the end of the 53–week trial, patients who received Elaprase infusions experienced on average a 38-yard greater increase in the distance walked in six minutes compared to the patients on placebo.
The most serious adverse events reported during the trial were hypersensitivity reactions to Elaprase that could be life-threatening. They included respiratory distress, drop in blood pressure, and seizure. Other frequent, but less serious adverse events included fever, headache and joint pain.
Because of the potential for severe hypersensitivity reactions, appropriate medical support should be readily available when Elaprase is administered. Patients and their physicians are encouraged to participate in a voluntary Hunter Outcome Survey which has been established to monitor and evaluate the safety and effects of long-term treatment with Elaprase.
Elaprase is manufactured by Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc., in Cambridge, MA.
Source: FDA Approves First Treatment for Hunter Syndrome
Posted: July 2006 | http://www.drugs.com/news/fda-approves-elaprase-first-hunter-syndrome-1870.html | 2013-05-18T10:57:00 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Health Highlights: March 27, 2009
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:.
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Experts Put Worldwide Cost of Dementia at $315.4 Billion
Worldwide prevalence of dementia may be much higher than previously thought, costing societies around the globe an estimated $315.4 billion, say scientists attending the Alzheimer's Disease International conference this week in Singapore.
Health-care and social services systems in developed and developing countries are under strain dealing with what the experts said was a "greying of the world." Projections indicate as many as 29.4 million people suffer from Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, the scientists reported in a news release about the conference issued Thursday. And, worldwide prevalence of dementia may quadruple to almost 120 million people by 2050, they added.
Treating worldwide dementia includes $105 billion for informal care -- non-professional care usually provided by families -- that makes up 37 percent of the total dollars. Seventy-seven percent of dementia treament costs occurred in the world's more developed regions, according to the news release.
"In light of the rapidly growing future prevalence estimates, in particular in less developed regions, the economic impact of dementia is a great challenge for every society," Dr. Anders Wimo, of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at the Karolinska Institutet, in Stockholm, said in the news release.
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U.S. Halts Trial of Concentrated Saline Solution for Shock
A clinical trial studying the use of concentrated saline solution in trauma patients suffering from severe shock due to severe bleeding has been halted early by the U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute because there was no benefit to patients.
In the study, the solution was given to patients as they rode in ambulances to hospital. But patients who received the concentrated saline solution were no more likely to survive than those who received a normal saline solution.
Saline solution is widely used in trauma patients to compensate for blood loss and buy time until they can receive blood transfusions in the hospital. It's believed concentrated saline solution compensates for blood loss more effectively, lessens excessive inflammatory responses, and prevents brain swelling, the NHLBI said.
A parallel study of concentrated saline for traumatic brain injury without shock continues.
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In my Bardic studies I have been reading on legends concerning the Hazel and the Salmon of Knowledge. In Celtic lore the Hazel tree is the tree of knowledge. Here are some legends concerning it.
Legend tells us if we follow the Boyne River in Ireland back to it's source we will come to a sacred pool surrounded by nine hazel trees. These trees are ancient with gnarled twisted trunks the color of russett, brown and purple. Hazelnuts ripen under the bright green leaves and occaisionally drop into the dark still water. If we sit quietly by this pool and look into it's depths we might get a glimpse of one of it's five ancient inhabitants. The sleek beautiful salmon, swimming and jumping every once in a while to capture a hazelnut as it drops from the tree...
In another story the nine hazel trees and the salmon of knowledge are in the Celtic otherword in the Well of Knowledge. Maybe that could be an explanation of where they are at today?
Here is the myth of Finn McCool and the Salmon of Knowledge.
The young Finn Mac Cumhaill ( Mc Cool ) met the Bard Finnegas, near the river Boyne and studied under him. Finnegas had spent seven years trying to catch the salmon of knowledge, which lived in a pool on the Boyne. Whoever ate the salmon would gain immence knowledge. Eventually he caught it, with great struggle and told the boy to cook it for him. While cooking it Fionn burned his thumb, and instinctively put his thumb in his mouth, swallowing either the juice from the fish or a piece of it's skin.This transferred to him the salmon's wisdom. When Finnegas returned and noticed a difference in the boy he asked if he had eaten any of the fish which he had told him not to. Finn explained to him what had happened. Finnegas told him he could teach him no more since he now had greater knowledge than he. Finn later became the leader of the Fianna, a great class of warriors. Some tales have it that Finn could access the salmon's knowledge simply by sucking on his thumb.
What I can't quite understand is why Finnegas did not search out those magical hazel trees to begin with instead of trying to catch an elusive magical salmon. Any Ideas?
Though I knew much of the story, here are my references to this post.
Also I did an ENTS post on the Google forum a while back. I was curious to where hazel trees were found wild in the US. I have never seen wild ones here in the Western North Carolina Mountains. Incedentally I love both Hazel Nuts and Salmon. I was also pleased that Ed Frank, the site administrator added a section titled " Druidism " on the ENTS BBS site. That's awesome! ... lklore.htm
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I've heard that listening to Gregorian chants can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety and depression. Is this a myth or is there actually some truth behind it?
I've read news reports about a study in England in which Gregorian chants were found to reduce stress, lower heart rate and blood pressure, but I haven't seen any scientific studies on the subject. In May 2008, the Daily Mail, a British newspaper, published an account of research in London on five monks who had their heart rate and blood pressure measured over the course of a 24-hour period. The investigators found that blood pressure and heart rate dropped to their lowest points when the monks were chanting and theorized that chanting can improve mental state, reduce tension and increase efficiency in the workplace.
I wasn't surprised to read about these results. Music can have a powerful effect on mind and body. In fact,.
If you check out the Web site of the American Music Therapy Association, you'll find claims that music can ease pain,.
A few years ago, I helped create a CD called Sound Body, Sound Mind: Music for Healing with music designed to influence brain wave activity and encourage the body's natural potential for healing.
Listen to whatever kind of music relaxes you to help you wind down and neutralize stress and anxiety. It doesn't have to be Gregorian chants, but certainly give that a try if it appeals | http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA400483/Music-For-Health.html | 2013-05-18T10:12:22 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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we are still waiting on patches from Juniper. They should be released soon but doesn't necessarily mean that we will be able to upgrade right away.
I didn't realize your hardware needed something different out this way. Let us know when there's an update. Myself and I'm sure a few others are ready to beta test as soon as it comes
Im having the same problem under OS X, the login connects but the IP displays nothing, and I cannot surf any websites at all.--GOLF LEAFS GOLF!
reply to TSI Gabe I'm no expert yet so forgive the uninformed question.Will your beta ipv6 test work with a dd-wrt router as long as it's one of the ipv6 enabled dd-wrt versions?Or are you currently only working with your own custom tomato firmware for that one router?
reply to HiVolt I'm running 2link on IPV6 using this Tomato firmware. Everything is running fine except the torrents. My connection is not throttled but my torrents are only downloading with 1 link. The reason I can tell it's using 1 link only is because when I download torrents I usually download at 1.3mb/s but with this firmware on IPV6 the max its downloading is at 550kb/s. Torrents I download are seeded fully. Is anyone facing this problem? or can someone check??
reply to TSI Gabe Now that the IPv6 DNS is up and running I am using them instead of the HE DNS server. Is it possible to get the TS IPv6 DNS servers set-up with Google so the IPv6 addresses are returned to us instead of the IPv4 addresses for youtube, gmail, google search etc...?
reply to TSI Gabe I've just updated the firmware on my WRT54GL and I am unable to find the "Router IPv6 Address" field under "Basic -> Network".
Oops, I didn't use the version you attached to this thread, I used the one from the "official" website.
reply to TemporalFlux I agree it would be awesome for TekSavvy to sign up with Google so we can start getting YouTube, etc., over IPv6. If we could get that and reverse DNS as well, this IPv6 provision would be pretty much perfect as far as I'm concerned.FYI if anyone's getting this going under OpenWRT (I'm running Kamikaze), the biggest time waster for me was forgetting to add "+ipv6" to /etc/ppp/options, which was preventing me from getting an IPv6 link on ppp0. Other than that, everything's been a peach.
reply to TSI Gabe Anyone having difficulty with IPv6?My router doesn't seem to be pulling in an IPv6 address today.Edit: Aaaannnnndddd... Murphy's Law, it starts working as soon as I post this.
reply to TSI Gabe Any further updates to this? I seem to recall reading that a software update on the Juniper gear last week was going to enable IPv6 and MLPPP, but I may be wrong.
Don't believe Juniper got that patch done yet.
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Yeah... spoke with Marc and some stuff might work but isn't tested or fully implemented.
reply to TSI Gabe will we be able to use our static IPv4 address with an IPv6 connection soon?IPv6 was working fine on my side... but I had to go back to my "old" username/password to get my static ip address... | http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r23849317-IPv6-beta~start=80 | 2013-05-18T11:03:01 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Quick answer, you are out of luck Actually , you might want to post a trace for the daytime route and one for the nighttime route . If it is a result of something Charter is doing on their internal network , there is a miniscule chance that you might be able to get someone to do something . If the routing change is off their network . it basically is not going to happen .
reply to conductor609 Apparently I'm stupid and didn't realize that I just get completely different routing to 2 different servers despite them being in the same data center, which makes equally little sense.»pastebin.com/R7WXTVp9»pastebin.com/GnVC3wVZ
Welcome to the wonderful world of internet addresses Since the internet routes by IP addresses , and the addresses you are routing to are so different , the internet routers do not " know " that they are in the same physical location . Yes I know that is a way oversimplified answer !
reply to conductor609 It's not by accident of IP address(es), it's deliberate, for the sake of redundancy and a little bit of BGP routing (maybe). | http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r28082684-HSI-latency-issues | 2013-05-18T10:42:44 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 13, 2009
Contact: Trey Williams, 225-342-6700DSS Announces Steps to Help Ensure Safety of Children in Calcasieu Area
BATON ROUGE - Department of Social Services (DSS) Secretary Kristy Nichols today said that the agency is taking several steps to help ensure the safety of children in the Calcasieu area, including bringing in national experts to provide training and instruction to staff at the Calcasieu Parish Office of Community Services (OCS), initiating peer-to-peer mentoring of supervisors, continuing to meet with community partners on a regular basis, and providing caseworkers with updated technology to make documenting cases easier.
The Children's Research Center, a national nonprofit that assists child welfare agencies reduce child abuse and neglect, as well as improve service delivery to children and families, was asked by Nichols for assistance in Calcasieu Parish, which was severely impacted by Hurricane Rita. The parish has faced a high turnover of staff, with 32 of 38 caseworkers having one year of experience or less, and 6 of 8 supervisors having less than 1 year of supervisory experience. CRC will help train Calcasieu area OCS workers with a focus on four key initiatives -- safety, risk, assessment of family functioning and case planning.
By focusing on these four key areas, CRC will train workers to use proven evidence-based tools to aid in critical decision making and in moving families toward a safer level of functioning. These tools will help caseworkers assess whether a family is ready for reunification or if reunification should continue to be the case goal.
"In meetings over the course of two months, Calcasieu Parish OCS staff and our community partners have voiced serious concerns about ensuring the safety of children in the area," Nichols said. "By working with the Children's Research Center to provide training, as well as focus on key areas for the welfare of children, we will not only be able to address the needs of staff, but more importantly, the children in Calcasieu Parish."
In addition to training, CRC staff will:
In addition to the additional training by CRC, DSS will implement intense peer-to-peer mentoring of supervisors, that are critical for case plan development and monitoring, utilizing retired or experienced supervisors imbedded in the Calcasieu office over the next 30 days. Nichols said that DSS will meet with community partners again next week in a continuing dialogue to not only hear about their concerns, but their ideas for improving the welfare of children in the community.
Even before documented abuse cases in the local media in recent days, Secretary Nichols, Assistant Secretary for OCS Kaaren Hebert, and DSS Assistant Secretary Suzy Sonnier traveled to Lake Charles over the two months to meet with OCS staff, as well as juvenile and family court judges, to discuss steps that should be taken to help ensure the safety of children in the Calcasieu area. Sonnier was in Lake Charles again on Wednesday meeting with District Attorney John DeRosier, judges and OCS staff to talk about DSS' commitment to strengthening community partnerships and assisting the Calcasieu OCS staff.
In speaking with caseworkers over the past few months, Nichols said she heard frustration caused by a lack of technology available to workers, causing the required case documentation from being filed in a timely manner and requiring them to be at their desk instead of the field. As a result, Nichols said that case workers in the region would be equipped in the coming weeks with wireless laptops that will allow for electronic case records to document the cases almost immediately, instead of the hours or days of delay currently experienced. The technology will help eliminate duplication, freeing caseworkers of paperwork and allowing them to be in the field visiting families.
In recent days, DSS sent a crisis review team from headquarters to review one specific case that has been documented in the local media. The team, made up of child welfare specialists, will examine the case file and conduct interviews to ensure proper procedures were followed.
"We take each case involving the safety of a child seriously. In any case, the safety of the child comes first. Anytime we place a child back in a home, it is done only with the cooperation of DSS, the judges, the District Attorney and other community partners," Nichols said. "Placing a child back into a home after they have been removed is a decision that is not made lightly and one that is not made alone."
When a child is removed, DSS, in cooperation with the court and other community partners, develop an action plan that identifies a number of steps a family must complete before consideration is given to placing the child back in a safe home. These steps might include counseling, parenting classes, anger management training and substance abuse treatment.
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Check out Rick Ross’ “Birthday Cake” remix/freestyle with Rihanna and Chris Brown. This track is getting a lot of radio spins and The Bawse hops on it similar to how MMG did with Fat Joe and Chris Brown’s “Another Round” and Future’s “Same Damn Time“.
Source: Hip Hop N More | http://www.dssence.net/2012/03/rick-ross-birthday-cake-download-freestyle-remix-hulkshare-mediafire-mp3/ | 2013-05-18T10:53:08 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Procurement Integrity Policy
Subject: Procurement Integrity
I. General: The University of Denver employees, subcontractors or consultants performing activities under federally sponsored contracts, in compliance with the Procurement Integrity Act and OFPP Act Amendments thereto, shall not, during the conduct of any federal agency procurement of property or services in which they are involved, knowingly:
II. Definition:
The term contractor hereby is meant to include Universities and Colleges.
III. Requirements/Conditions of Employment
IV. Violations
Actual or possible violations of any of these guidelines by a government or University employee shall immediately be reported to the Director of ORSP.
V. Deviations
It is the intent of the University of Denver to operate fully within the intent of the Procurement Integrity Act. | http://www.du.edu/orsp/integrity.html | 2013-05-18T11:01:56 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
During the last couple of weeks I have been so busy (as you could have easily seen from the lack of time to dedicate to this site), than I have ever been in my life… I will not bore you with details on what various projects I had to complete and deadlines to meet, but this has always been the same in my life: at some point I will feel so overwhelmed by the amount of work I have to do, that I will think that it can’t get any worse than that, and that I will soon collapse from so much work. But as many other peoples might have seen themselves, after some time I will adapt to the new changes and start doing the same amount of work in a much sorter time and reach to a point where I will feel again ‘on top of things’. I am heading now to such a period again but as usual this will not last very long as the work will again increase and challenges will change leading me to a never-ending cycle (my working life). Still from time to time I will need to get away from any kind of work (mostly from any computer) so I can recharge my batteries for the next period. Next week I will finally be able to leave for a few days with my wife on a very short vacation and when we will return we will hopefully be more relaxed and with fresh energy for the next months.
During the last weeks after I have published my 100th post on this site I have received many encouraging mails from peoples that found this site useful and helped them in some way. I would like to thank them all. I really appreciate that you have taken the time to write a few words of encouragement. I will try my best to continue this site in the same way and follow the ideas that I have started it: to help other peoples by documenting some of the challenges I have faced during my linux sysadmin work. Besides the peoples that have sent me encouragement mails there were also a few that have expressed their interest to get involved and help me by writing articles from their own experience. I was very excited by this and hopefully soon you will see posted also articles from other authors than myself. This was delayed a little because I wanted to know personally everyone that will post articles on the site, so I had various skype/telephne discussions with them. Once I liked the person and felt we are talking the same ‘language’ we have moved forward with this. In the beginning I will moderate the articles (and help with whatever I can from my experience if needed), but hopefully shortly they will start publishing directly their posts.
I believe that the addition of contributions from other peoples is a very important step in this blog’s life. I hope that it will be a good and interesting change that will bring more diversity and different ideas from other peoples to the site. I am really excited about this and looking forward to see it live (you should expect to see the first posts in the next weeks).
Again thank you very much to all the peoples that have send me emails and also all my respect to the peoples that are even going to get involved into this by actively helping me to build this site.
Thank you, - Marius - | http://www.ducea.com/2006/08/27/contributing-to-the-site/ | 2013-05-18T10:51:56 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Thanks for including a download for the labels!!
You also have to check out Skip to my Lou for Teacher Appreciation Ideas - there's a whole section!
I. wants to get a Cinnamon Roll Twist, that we just call "sticks" around here, and make a card saying "You are Fanta-stick." Yep, she made that up by herself - she's a clever one!
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Thanks so much our Teacher App week is next week. GREAT ideas!
Those are such cute ideas!!! I wish our preschool got more involved with this. :)
These are so cute! I'm passing this along a friend that will be all over this.
These are great! I am so glad you shared this will us!!
Wendy
We just took some herb gardens to our two teachers today. I love the peppery smell. I hope they do too.
Soooo cute. I love those. Thanks Laurel!
XOXO
Jen
Today we got packs of extra gum with notes "you're extra special" in our boxes today. In past years the parents washed all our cars on Fridays- it rocked!
These are adorable. I can't wait to give get some and give them. Thanks so much for sharing.
I love these cute ideas!
very sweet! (did i just say that?) LOL.
Just what I was looking for.
New follwer. poppylopparties.blogspot.com
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Arrested For DUI? California Law Exerts Harsh Penalties
Arrested For DUI? California Law Exerts Harsh Penalties
Article by Blake Parker
But the case was just starting. The arrest initiated two separate conditions. A DUI in California gets filed in both criminal court and with the state’s Division of Motor Vehicles. Randy had just 10 days to contest the suspension of his driver’s license with the DMV.
The courts in California no longer have the power to suspend or revoke a driver’s license in a DUI circumstance. That energy now lies solely with the DMV. That is why it was so vital that Randy retained a DUI lawyer just two days after his arrest. If he had waited any lengthier, it would have been as well late for the lawyer to file the crucial paperwork to challenge the suspension.
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Expanded Bridge Festival reels in support for flood victimsA record number of people showed up for the final day of the Twin Ports’ Bridge Festival at Bayfront Festival Park Sunday to take in a day of music headlined by Duluth’s own Trampled by Turtles and to support flood recovery efforts.
By: Peter Passi, Duluth News Tribune
A record number of people showed up for the final day of the Twin Ports’ Bridge Festival at Bayfront Festival Park Sunday to take in a day of music headlined by Duluth’s own Trampled by Turtles and to support flood recovery efforts.
“It’s sort of a two-for-one deal,” said Ryan Wiisanen of Poplar. “We get to see some great bands while also helping our area communities rebuild and get stronger.”
“It says something awesome about our region that so many people would donate their time and energy to help out flood victims,” said Lindsey Goss-Maurisek, a concert-goer from Duluth’s Observation Hill neighborhood.
Lisa Neitzel, one of the organizers of the event, explained that performers and orchestrators of the festival received no payment for their services, although bands were fed and reimbursed for travel and lodging expenses.
In addition to Trampled by Turtles, other bands volunteering their services included the Boomchucks, Sarah Krueger, Matt Ray & Those Damn Horses, Solomon Witherspoon 1017, Trapper Scheoepp & the Shades, Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank and Lucy Michelle & the Velvet Lapelles.
Erik Berry, a mandolinist for Trampled by Turtles and resident of the rural Two Harbors area, said the band was eager to lend a hand.
“We were all wondering if we could raise a little money to help with the flood damage,” he said. “This hit so close to home.”
But Berry said the band also was wary of joining in any event where many of the proceeds might not make it to families in need.
“You can wind up raising a lot of money just to pay for the costs of putting on an event,” he explained.
But by piggybacking on an existing event and expanding the Bridge Festival from a one-day event to a weekend, Berry said organizers were able to keep their expenses to a minimum. “The timing was wonderful,” he said.
Neitzel and her colleague, Shane Bauer, the founder of the 2-year-old festival, aimed to raise $100,000 for the United Way’s long-term regional flood relief fund through the event.
As of Saturday morning, the fund already had garnered more than $88,000 in support, said Paula Reed, president of the United Way of Greater Duluth.
The community was quick to respond to a June 25 announcement that the Bridge Festival would be extended into a two-day event to support flood recovery efforts.
“People really stepped up,” said Neitzel. “It was awesome.”
The response was so great that Neitzel said it was necessary to turn away several talented bands who wanted to assist with the event.
Bauer estimated about 3,000 people attended Sunday’s event. That’s roughly twice as many people as attended the first Bridge Festival last year, featuring Michael Franti.
Roxe Peterson and Linda Kropp, a couple of school custodians from Moose Lake, said they came to Sunday’s concert to hear some music but also to support friends and neighbors in a time a need.
“When you create something like this, it’s a good way to give back,” Bauer said. “And I’ve found that what you put out there to help others has a way of coming back to you.”
In addition to supporting flood-relief efforts, $10,000 in proceeds from the first day of this year’s festival also went to fund the Music Resource Center, a local organization that pairs school-aged musicians with professionals for after-school sessions where they can learn about the music business and recording.
Last year, proceeds from the event went to support efforts to free a group of students who were taken prisoner by Iran and charged with espionage, after allegedly straying into the country during a sightseeing trip.
“Our long-term vision is to create something different every year,” Bauer said.
As Trampled by Turtles took the stage Sunday night, Duluth Mayor Don Ness told the crowd he has been proud to see the way people have reached out to help neighbors in the wake of the torrential rains that struck June 19.
“I love this city so much when I see the talent and generosity of the people who have shared this stage,” he said, reserving special praise on the night’s headliner band.
“We wouldn’t be here tonight if it wasn’t for my friends standing behind me,” Ness said. “These guys have never forgotten their Duluth roots.”
Tags: news, flood, bayfront, moneyMore from around the web | http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/236396/publisher_ID/36/ | 2013-05-18T10:54:10 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Column: The Affordable Care Act: How might it impact you?
You’ve most likely heard of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — it’s certainly been a very politically debated and legally contested law.
Column: Tall Ships Duluth 2013 will be biggest ever
This year we are bringing in a record ten ships to glide into the harbor for Tall Ships Duluth 2013, July 25-29. This will be our biggest tall ship event, ever.RELATED CONTENT
Proctor Rails begin baseball season
Proctor is the two-time defending Section 7AA champion in baseball, and the Rails took home third place in last year’s state Class AA tournament.
Sports column: Local women prepare for city’s first bodybuilding show
The bodybuilding world brought Duluthian Shannon Gardner and Hermantown native Sherri Irving together.RELATED CONTENT
Column: Should America legalize drugs?
Americans should talk about legalizing currently illegal drugs.RELATED CONTENT
Safety and celebration on tap for annual ‘Blessing of the Bikes’
When you say your prayers and count your blessings, don’t forget your bike.
Tourism collaboration helps riders plan scenic Lake Superior trips
After a long Twin Ports winter, local motorcyclists have no doubt been itching to get out for some fun in the sun on their bikes. And what better place to do so than on the shores of the greatest lake?
Northland Nature: Walking after the snowmelt
The lake is still covered with ice: I’ve never seen it frozen this late before. But the series of warm days at the end of April has melted the snowpack greatly; only patches remain in the woods.RELATED CONTENT
Brian Matuszak column: You can fool some of the people some of the time, except for your mother
So it’s Mother’s Day! Time to celebrate the only person willing to buy and wash your underwear, cook your oatmeal to the perfect consistency (mud), and then throw all your baseball cards into the trash while you’re out playing on the railroad tracks. Mom, I love you!RELATED CONTENT
Kettelhut named 2013 Port Cities Woman of the Year
Diane Kettelhut was named the 2013 Port Cities Woman of the Year at the 65th annual Port Cities Luncheon, which was Wednesday at the Greysolon Ballroom.RELATED CONTENT
Visit Duluth celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week with annual luncheon
Visit Duluth held their annual membership luncheon meeting on Tuesday, commemorating National Travel and Tourism Week, and Travel Rally Day.RELATED CONTENT
Watching Duluth’s ‘high society’
This summer, you will have the chance to observe the residents of Duluth’s most exclusive penthouse with the help of Peregrine Watch.RELATED CONTENT
Africa clean water fundraiser comes to Duluth
Participants at an upcoming Duluth fund-raiser run will be going the extra mile. Or at least the extra kilometer.
Activist Isabell-Nelson says goodbye to Duluth
Debbie Isabell-Nelson has been one of the more recognizable faces in Duluth’s western communities over the past decade. She’s been a housing advocate, a community club organizer, led cleanup efforts and even ran for office.RELATED CONTENT | http://www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/group/group/Budgeteer/index.cfm?publisher_ID=36&article_id=254774&CFID=422124876&CFTOKEN=16372000 | 2013-05-18T10:32:23 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [
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Radio Show: Cinnamon Bear
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37.11.29 Paddy O'cinnamon
37.11.30 Weary Willy
37.12.01 Crazy Quilt Dragon
37.12.02 The Ikaboos
37.12.03 Weasley The Wailing Wh
37.12.04 Samuel Seal
37.12.05 Presto The Magician.mp
37.12.06 Candy Pirates
37.12.07 Rolly Polly Policeman.
37.12.08 Professor Whiz
37.12.09 Fee Foo The Gentle Gia
37.12.10 Rhyming Rabbit
37.12.11 The Wintergreen Witch.
37.12.12 Queen Melissa
37.12.13 Snaper Stick The Croco
37.12.14 Oliver Ostrich
37.12.15 Muddlers
37.12.16 Cocklebur Cowboys
37.12.17 Wooden Indian
37.12.18 Flying Hat
37.12.19 Snowman
37.12.20 Santa Claus
37.12.21 The Bad Dolls
37.12.22 The Parade
37.12.23 Captain Tintop
37.12.24 North Pole
More Dramas/Cinnamon_Bear. | http://www.dumb.com/oldtimeradio/radio/107/dramas/Cinnamon_Bear.html | 2013-05-18T10:58:31 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Crime!.
We are always on the lookout for new laws that make you laugh because of their sheer absurdity. If you know about a law that is not listed here, please contact me! | http://www.dumblaws.com/law/124 | 2013-05-18T10:12:32 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
How to Create a Quicken 2010 QuickReport
The Quicken reporting feature has a number of variations, including QuickReports. With QuickReports, Quicken supplies a quick-and-dirty report. If you’re working with the transaction list, you can produce a quick report that summarizes certain parts of that list, such as the checks written to a particular payee or the transactions assigned to a specific income or expense category.
Produce a QuickReport with a few easy (and quick, of course!) steps:
Right-click the field that you want to summarize in the report.
A pop-up menu appears. Typically, the second-to-last option will produce a QuickReport.
Select the second-to-last option in the pop-up menu.
This QuickReport shows the payments received from Aunt Enid. She is such a sweetheart. (The name of the second-to-last option was Payments Received from Aunt Enid.)
If you select the very last command on the pop-up menu, Quicken usually produces a mini-report. A mini-report is a small report that summarizes the transactions that fall into the same category or transactions that have the same payee.
If you click the Show Report button, which appears in the mini-report window, Quicken creates a transaction report for the same information shown in the mini-report. | http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/how-to-create-a-quicken-2010-quickreport.navId-404321.html | 2013-05-18T10:13:46 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
What's On
United Nations Society: Panel Discussion on Humanitarian Intervention
The United Nations Society is proud to welcome Dame Margaret Anstee, DCMG, former Under Secretary-General of the United Nations; Mr. Andrew Wander, a prominent journalist for "Al Jazeera" and Dr. Angela Joya of Durham University's School of Government and International Affairs, to express and share with members of the Durham community their expertise and views on both the nature and the morality of humanitarian intervention.
The event will take place in Calman Learning Centre, Room 202. Doors will open at 7:30pm with the discussion itself expected to begin at 8pm. The event is open to all. It is free for members who are reminded to bring along their membership cards for identification purposes. and ￡3 for non-members of the Society. Non-members are welcomed to join the Society at the door. All finances shall contribute towards supporting the work of the Society, including inviting more high-profile experts in future. For any enquiries, please contact the society by emailing us via durhamunitednations@gmail.com
Contact durhamunitednations@gmail.com for more information about this event.
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A Durant man was critically injured in a crash east of Harthorne on State Highway 1 in Pittsburg County, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol said.
Eric Tiger, 24, was listed in critical condition at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa. According to the patrol, the accident happened at 8:53 a.m. Sunday when Tiger, who was driving a 2009 Dodge, passed another vehicle and then ran off the roadway to the left. He over corrected and struck a 2007 Honda driven by Joffrey Banggawan, 41, Hartshorne.
Tiger’s vehicle then went off the right side of the road and rolled two and a half times. Tiger was ejected approximately 30 feet and a passenger, Allyson Smith, 22, Hartshorne, was thrown about 75 feet, the patrol said.
Smith was also listed in critical condition at St. Francis Hospital. Banggawan was treated and released at the scene.
Banggawan was the only one who wore a seat belt, according to Trooper Garrett Gray’s report. | http://www.durantdemocrat.com/view/full_story/21872222/article-Durant-man-injured-in-wreck-near-Hartshorne?instance=popular | 2013-05-18T10:21:57 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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Out of Bounds, probably one of South Africa’s longest running plays, has been performed in Edinburgh, the UK, across Europe, India and America – as well as extensively throughout South Africa. “Rajesh Gopie’s one man performance in Out of Bounds runs through 28 characters with jaw dropping energy. Billed as the play that so moved Nelson Mandela that he requested a private performance, Gopie never betrayed any pressure he might feel with the enormity of such a recommendation,” writes Natasha Hulluge from Culture Wars in Edinburgh.
“Intelligent and incisive, Rajesh Gopie’s passion shines through. Both irresistibly funny and emotionally searing as a character driven family chronicle,” reviews the South Western University press.
“With its soul in place, the play never got fettered to being an Indian story, but confirmed its place as a “South African classic,” says P Anima writing for The Hindu.
Out of Bounds is written and performed by Rajesh Gopie, and directed by Tina Johnson
Tues 10 April – 8pm – low price preview (R80)
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Sun 15 April – 6pm – 7 final (R120) | http://www.durbantainment.co.za/events/bounds-durban/ | 2013-05-18T10:21:34 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Top economists suggest adding GST into food prices
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Two of Canada’s leading economists want Ottawa to re-open one of the hottest issues of the last two decades by expanding the GST to include food. Public health nutritionist with the Durham Health Department Deborah Lay says the rising cost of food poses a threat for low-income families who are already struggling to afford healthy foods. The University professors say Ottawa could bring in an extra $39 billion dollars a year, adding the current collection of sales taxes is highly inefficient. | http://www.durhamradionews.com/archives/41245?wpmp_switcher=mobile | 2013-05-18T10:30:59 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [
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Lisa Oriente is looking to spread some goodwill across Scugog over the next few months with the launch of Do Good Kids, an organization that will combine hands-on activities with volunteer opportunities for youth from eight to 13.
"One of the issues is that as my children grew I wanted to try and find opportunities to make sure they were well-rounded -- some community activities for them to participate in," said Ms. Oriente. "I found it difficult to find things available to them on a level they could understand."
With that challenge in mind, Ms. Oriente cobbled together a plan that would turn community volunteer work on its ear -- instead of having children tag along with adults, the focus instead would be on what youth could do.
Participants will meet once a week, each Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Port Perry Scout Hall, where they will focus on community groups and organizations that could use a helping hand.
The goal, explained Ms. Oriente, is to educate children about the various needs in their community and involve them in hands-on volunteer activities.
"I want to give them a sense of participation in their community," she said. "I want them to see that outside of hockey and soccer and school, there are other ways to contribute and be involved in their community."
The first session of the Do Good Kids program will run from September to June.
Each month, Ms. Oriente will focus on a single topic or organization; in September, she plans to address anti-bullying and participate in a Walk The Anti-Bullying Walk. Other months, she will shine a spotlight on Community Living, nutrition, animals in shelters, seniors, Earth Day, the Operation Scugog food bank and cleaning parks.
"I was blown away by the number of opportunities for kids to participate in if you just put your mind to it," said Ms. Oriente. "My goal is to have a balance between volunteer work and some light-hearted activities to do some good."
Children over the age of 13 as well as parents and/or guardians are also welcome to participate as assistants. High school students will be given credit toward their mandatory volunteer hours.
There is a charge of $295 per child to participate in Do Good Kids.
Ms. Oriente is also seeking sponsors for the program.
For more information, visit, e-mail Lisa@DoGoodKids.com or call 416-457-5565.
What's On
Uxbridge producer's studio work makes the music sweeter
Lions club car show rolls back into Blackstock
Your Life: Focus on breathing
In this segment, Your Life expert Bruce Raymer helps you to breathe properly.
DurhamRegion.com | http://www.durhamregion.com/what'son/what'son/article/1504979 | 2013-05-18T10:52:48 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
A great late album from French composer, arranger, lyricist, singer and all around creative musical force Jean Claude Vannier – with Vannier singing moody, vintage orch pop numbers in a mode that does both JCV and his old collaborator Serge Gainsbourg proudly! The set has a very lively feel to it, which is quite natural, given that the album came about following the group's rehearsals for the Histoire De Melody Nelson performance at London's Barbican in 2006. It features a brilliant group of players who worked with Vannier and Serge Gainsbourg on that uber-iconic album as well as other boundary-busting projects and soundtracks – including Cannabis, La Horse, Slogan and Vannier's own legendary leftfield classic L'Enfant Assassin Des Mouches. Vannier's voice is charismatic as can be, and the vintage pulp orchestrations are as fresh as ever. Includes "Londres-Paris-Sofia", "Les Yeux Valise", "Au Desespoir Des Singes", "Les Coquelicots", "La Vie En Live", "Une Partie De Scrabble", "Roses Rouge Sang" and "Un Petit Quelque Chose". © 1996-2013, Dusty Groove, Inc. | http://www.dustygroove.com/item.php?id=957jnz3wy8&ref=featured.php&refQ=cat%3D15&anchor=587821 | 2013-05-18T10:21:13 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
A great 2-in-1 from Gladys Knight & The Pips – the Claudine and Pipe Dreams soundtracks back to back on a single CD! Claudine". After hitting big as a singer on the soundtrack for Claudine, Gladys Knight finally got her chance in front of the camera for Pipe Dreams – a record that featured her both as the star on film and on the soundtrack! The styles here are a bit more wider-ranging than the usual 70s soundtrack of this type – a bit of ballad soul, mellow numbers, and more – arranged by Dominic Frontiere and Michael Masser in styles that are a bit like some of Knight's own albums of the time. We like especially the jazzy vocalesey number "Pot Of Jazz", a nice number that deserves further discovery on a compilation – and other cuts include "Find A Way", "Follow My Dreams", "So Sad The Song", and "Alaskan Pipeline". © 1996-2013, Dusty Groove, Inc. | http://www.dustygroove.com/item.php?id=h2hgdy9mjz&ref=browse.php&refQ=cat%3D44%26amp%3Bformat%3Dcd&anchor=594433 | 2013-05-18T10:33:48 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
A landmark in jazz – easily one of Thelonious Monk's greatest albums ever, and a magical crossroads of talents that brings together a variety of jazz traditions! The work is performed by an ambitious Monk septet that includes both Coleman Hawkins and John Coltrane on tenor – and if you've ever doubted the brilliance of Hawk, this is the record to change your mind. The rest of the group is equally great – with Ray Copeland on trumpet, Gigi Gryce on alto, Wilbur Ware on bass, and Art Blakey on drums – all coming together with Monk to craft a perfect set of tunes that are virtually the definition of "modern jazz". Titles include "Abide With Me", "Off Minor", "Crepuscule With Nellie", and "Epistrophy". CD features 2 bonus tracks! (Out of print. Includes original slipcase.) © 1996-2013, Dusty Groove, Inc. | http://www.dustygroove.com/item.php?id=k9vzbfkv2q&ref=browse.php&refQ=kwfilter%3DOJC%26amp%3Bincl_oos%3D1%26amp%3Bincl_cs%3D1%26amp%3Bformat%3Dall&anchor=508273 | 2013-05-18T10:14:56 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Superman Returns: Special Edition (US - DVD R1)
Gabe thinks the Man of Steel got a bum wrap on his flawed return to film...
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After 5 years away from Earth, searching the exploded remains of his home planet Krypton, Superman has returned. The only problem is that in his absence, the world has moved on. Lois Lane is engaged with a son, and has won a Pulitzer Prize for an editorial entitled "Why the World Doesn't Need Superman". But the depressed Kryptonian isn't the only man back in the limelight, Lex Luthor has rebuilt his empire, and thanks to the fact that Superman wasn't around to testify at his hearing, is free from prison.
Superman Returns, in this humble man's opinion, should've been garbage. First of all, we live in a time where the character has become painfully quaint. A world where even Tim Burton's representation of Batman seems too childish. When it was released less than 20 years ago, audiences were shocked by its PG-13 nature. Batman can be coloured much darker than Burton represented him, but Superman? Superman's a boy scout, a relic, and boy scouts and relics belong in museums, not in modern cinemas.
I'll also mention the sad fact that I don't really like Richard Donner's original film, or films if you count the second movie, and I knew that director Bryan Singer wasn't planning on rebooting the series. Superman Returns is a semi-sequel to Superman II. Donner's films have aged poorly, and I honestly see them in the same campy light I see the old '60s Batman series. I appreciate their existence, and readily acknowledge that without the original film I wouldn't have Spiderman or Batman Begins, but I just don't like the film, and was not looking forward to a multi-million dollar direct follow-up, no matter who was behind the camera.
And who was behind the camera, but the man who ditched the X-Men franchise. X-Men 2 is most likely my favourite superhero film ever made, and it ended on one of the best cliff hangers a fan could possibly ask for, the reflection of the Dark Phoenix. I can't help but be "very disappointed" in Singer for his decision to leave the franchise in the hands of Brett Ratner and a series of Fox executives with only money on their minds. I blame Singer as much for the utter failure of X-Men 3 (which was released a little over a month before Superman Returns) as I do anyone else.
Watching the film in theaters this past summer, I was already expecting to be under whelmed and unimpressed, and shockingly enough I wasn't, not completely. The film opens with the same credit music and title graphics as the original. Everything's happy and silly, but as Bryan Singer's name faded, so did all those dated, warm-fuzzy feelings. Despite the production's assurances that Superman Returns would be a continuation of Donner's films, this is a much darker, and more modern film. It isn't dark in that bloodthirsty way most modern comic book films like Batman Begins or Blade tend to be, Superman Returns is a shockingly melancholy film. It's concerned with emotion and levity even more than spectacle or entertainment. It is this sad streak that was the film's ultimate downfall, but it's also the only thing that made the film at all memorable to me.
Warner Bros. shouldn't have been surprised by the fact that their $270 million investment didn't show a return based on the returns and public opinion of Universal's 2003 comic book release, Hulk. Hulk was an artistically and emotionally ambitious film released to an audience that wanted to see smashing. It's a flawed film, but one that I adore, and one that cannot be accused of being unoriginal. The overall idea of Superman Returns, a superhero film featuring an infinitely powerful character feeling sorry for himself and lost in the world, is very similar to that of Ang Lee's giant green box-office flop. If Hulk was a superhero movie by way of a Chinese opera, Superman Returns is a superhero movie by way of a trashy romance novel as written by someone like Arthur Miller. Kind of.
I had to ask myself what Singer saw in the character, other than a fetishistic love for the original film. What was it about this superhero that made him willing to leave a series he built from the ground up in the incapable hands of a bunch of Fox bean counters? Well, Singer makes very personal films. X-men 2 (in my opinion his best film), is a pretty obvious metaphor for feeling out of step with the rest of the world. Singer seems to have an abundance of angst and alienation, and Freud would tell you this was due to the fact that he was adopted and is gay. Who could possibly be more alienated than a homosexual in America but a mutant. And who could possibly be more alienated than a mutant but an alien. And, of course, who could be more alienated than an average alien on earth? Why, an alien that is the last remaining member of his entire species.
The adoption angle is key, as everyone knows (or at least everyone with a general knowledge of the character) that Superman himself was adopted. This is magnified by one of the film's most maligned plot points, one that I cannot go into without a bit of spoilage. Skip the rest of this paragraph if you haven't seen the film. I am speaking of the inclusion of Superman's son by Lois (which must be disturbing to Lois, as she had her mind erased at the end of Superman II, and must not remember ever having sexual intercourse with the Man of Steel), which at first seems like a cheap ploy for drama, but by the end of the film actually makes sense. As Superman stood over his sleeping child, willing to let his child be raised by mortals as he was, I finally got that the character was suppose to bring about an emotional circle for our hero. It does create a problem for the possible sequel though.
The majority of average people (i.e.: not critics) I've spoken to complained about the lack of action in the film. I have to agree. I really could've done with a fistfight between Superman and someone like Zod, or Braniac, but we only get a few scenes of the Man of Steel saving people from large-scale disasters. There is one ingenious sequence at about the 40-minute mark where Superman saves a falling jet full of reporters, and sets it down in a baseball field. The ingenious part comes in not with the actual action of saving the plane, which is nice, but in the fact that Superman makes his reappearance to the world in the most public way possible. It's funny, and humour is lacking in the rest of the film. The whole thing is rather down hill from this point.
But the problem isn't so much the lack of action, but the lack of normal superhero intrigue. Somehow, with more millions of dollars at their disposal than any film in history (allegedly), Singer and company forgot to write an interesting overall story. X-men seemed like an unfinished film due to Fox's budget and time restraints, but despite the brief run time Singer managed to introduce characters and conceive of a threat for them to quash. With Superman the writers had a chance to really open up the canvas with a pre-existing character that was already part of the public zeitgeist, and they have Lex Luthor concoct another real-estate scam? Don't get me wrong, it's a really great scam, but we've seen that already.
Luthor is still an intriguing character, thanks in no small part to Kevin Spacey who strikes a nice balance between funny and frightening. This isn't the harmlessly wicked Luthor of the Donner films, but a very angry Luthor bent on revenge. Well, revenge and a real estate scam. It's too bad the character is so neglected by the writing staff. I would've pushed the opposing nature of the hero and villain a little more.
With a runtime of two and a half hours, it's maddening that almost nothing really happens. The theme of alienation and solitude is a nice one, but when the film meanders like a Kabuki show on downers it's all a bit too much. By the time Luthor's plans finally come to fruition the 90% of the theatrical audience was checking their watches. A long movie isn't a problem so long as there's still a bunch of plot to plough through, but here it's indulgent. I understand that the importance of Lois and her fiancé’s relationship is important, but sticking by them during two elongated, Superman-less action scenes is unnecessary (not to mention a waste of a massive budget). I would've cut these scenes, which would be unfortunate because it would mean cutting James Marsden, a good actor, from another superhero movie (the guy was royally screwed on X-3).
Cinematically, this is a freaking gorgeous film, from cinematography to costume design (I like the new look, the old suit looked like a Halloween costume). I wish that Metropolis itself was more stylized, as only the Daily Planet set looks like anything special. I'd heard somewhere that Singer was looking to create an Art Deco look to the film to set it in the same sort of non-existent, style-bending timeline, like the Batman animated series, or Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow. I see a bit of this in the finished film, but not as much as I'd really like. Despite this, the look of the film is striking, just in a slightly less overtly stylized way, and I'm happy to say that it looks a Hell of a lot classier than the Donner films.
I can't wrap this rather lengthy little review up without mentioning Superman himself, Brandon Routh. Routh had some huge shoes to fill, as Christopher Reeves' rendition of the character is one of the most popular and enduring film characters of all time. Even I liked him in the role. Singer was smart to cast an unknown, and his choice paid off in spades. I can't imagine Nic Cage, or any of the other name actors once attached to role holding a candle to Routh, who embodies both the Man of Steel and his bumbling alter ego positively perfectly. He's a joy all around, and I hope he has a successful career in the future. He deserves it. Between Routh and Hugh Jackman, Singer is officially 2 for 2 in the field of casting unknowns as popular comic book characters. I'll also give some quick props to Parker Posey, who's adorable and hilarious in her supporting role. Another great choice.
Video
Big budget blockbusters are filmed in digital HD more frequently these days thanks to George Lucas (even if you hate the man's films, you have to acknowledge his contributions to modern film). Superman Returns is no exception. Unfortunately, the fact that I know it was meant for an HD presentation means I'm less willing to let video quality inadequacies slide.
Overall the image is very pretty, and so long as sequences are well lit they look great. Colours are bright, and edges are crisp and solid. Problems arise in darkness. Dark backgrounds are wrought with noise and blocking. Shadowed skin tones suffer from some cross-colouration, and even digital blocking in some of the more severe cases. I'm very curious about the Blu-ray and HD DVD releases. Did Warner Bros. put all there effort into the next gen formats and dump on those of us still unable, or unwilling to shell out the cash for a next gen player, or do all the transfers suffer from these problems? This is a top tier presentation on some levels, but it's nothing as stunning as other filmed in HD (not HD-DVD) releases like Revenge of the Sith, or even Wolf Creek.
Audio
DTS fans will be bummed by the lack of a DTS track, as the only track available is an old fashion 5.1 Dolby Digital one. Perhaps a DTS track could've been even more spectacular, but I find complaints very hard to come by here. This is an equally aggressive and subtle track that strikes an amazing balance at even high volume levels. The LFE track is almost too much at times, but it rarely overpowers the rest of the track. Dialogue is clear and centered, and discernable even during louder sequences. The immersing quality of the mix is best displayed during the sequences on New Krypton, where one can hear the sound of the ground creaking with growth and the sky rocked with thunder.
Extras
There is no doubt in my mind that there will be a double dip on this DVD. Every extra here points to more available, and the possibility of a sequel is looking more and more realistic. This 2-disc set isn't a complete disappointment, but is lacking nonetheless.
The first disc is completely barebones. The second disc starts with almost 3 hours of behind the scenes production diaries. It's very, very obvious that there was a lot more of this stuff, and the editing choices here seem random and curious. There is a whole bunch of good info, and viewers do get a first hand view of the filmmaking process, but there is something definitely lacking. The footage is best when it shows us a bit of Singer's dark side. According to several accounts from the set of X-Men 2 the director can be very hard to work with. Alan Cumming, Halle Barry, and other cast members have stated unspecific problems on several occasions since the film's release. Only notoriously nice Hugh Jackman has kept his mouth shut, though apparently his relationship with Singer was also rocky.
I'm also happy so much attention is paid to Spacey and Routh. Spacey seems to have become a bit of a diva over the years, but his stand-up comic roots make him ever entertaining to watch work. Routh appears to be the nicest guy in the world. He's always warm to the behind the scenes crew, almost painfully modest, and one can really see the reasoning behind Singer's selection. Surprisingly, Kate Bosworth, who played Lois Lane, is somewhat ignored in the footage. I'm curious about this, as I thought she was the one weak link in the cast. Perhaps there were some problems being saved for another DVD release.
The deleted scenes are incomplete and consist mostly of quiet moments on the Kent family farm. Singer has spoken publicly about a trashed scene of Kal-El visiting the remains of Krypton, and the production diaries feature another deleted scene between Superman and Daily Planet boss Mr. White. My guess is that there's at least another hour of deleted footage, which may explain the extraneous budget. The best of the included scenes is one where Clark realizes his mother is dating an old family friend. He deals with the revelation in a surprisingly selfish fashion, adding to his selfless final act arch.
The features are finished off with a brief featurette about the compositing process made on old footage of Marlon Brando. The fact that this is the closest we get to an in depth look at the digital effects of the film (there's some footage of the mo-cap process on the production diaries) is another clue pointing to a deluxe release in our future. There's also a small collection of trailers for Superman Returns and various video games featuring the character.
Overall
A flawed film, no doubt, Superman Returns is better on a second viewing. It's melancholy nature may turn off most viewers, but those willing to take such a sad journey are lucky enough to enjoy some top notch performances and a striking visual look. It isn't quite the overwhelming romantic tear-jerking Singer wanted it to be, but it also doesn't deserve the mediocre fate it seems to have inherited. The DVD has a flawed video transfer, but a great audio presentation, and some decent special features. I've no doubt that a double dip is in our future, but I think at least a rental is in order. Super-fans really should give it a second chance.
Review by Gabriel Powers
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Disc Details
Release Date: 28th November 2006
Discs: 2
Disc Type: Single side, dual layer
RCE: No
Video: NTSC
Aspect: 2.40:1
Anamorphic: Yes
Colour: Yes
Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 English, Dolby Digital 5.1 Spanish
Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
Extras: "Requiem for Krypton: Making Superman Returns", Resurrecting Jor-El, Deleted Scenes, Trailers
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Bryan Singer
Cast: Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, Kevin Spacey, James Marsden, Parker Posey
Genre: Action and Drama
Length: 154 minutes
Ratings
Feature:
7
Video:
7
Audio:
9
Extras:
7
Overall:
7Review Guide
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Robert Bresson's AU HASARD BALTHAZAR (1966) on Criterion DVD for the first time. ''Mouchette' with a donkey' aptly sums up this predecessor (made the year before "Mouchette") except that, unlike a real human with the ability to think and rationalize (even a beat-down-and-defeated girl like Mouchette had the will to make/reject advances and had choices), the plight of an animal whose fate and taken-for-granted presence isn't noticed or cared for by anybody except Bresson's camera (and thus us as spectators) ends up having a little more emotional impact. As in "Mouchette" though (and yes, I realize I've made four references to it in the first two sentences) the fact the star of the movie is often relegated to secondary-status to the events/characters around him both grounds the narrative in reality (we don't notice what we miss until its missing) and the cruel hand of fate (François Lafarge's Gérard beating and picking the donkey almost at will even though its never his) asserting over Balthazar's life. Although Anne Wiazemsky is technically the star of the movie (her Marie character is way too passive and self-centered, though I guess that's the point Bresson would want to get across) Philippe Asselin delivers the most interesting performance as a rural man too proud and stubborn to do what's easy over what he perceives as morally correct. Can't say I loved "Au Hasard Balthazar" but, like "Mouchette" (reference #5!), it's the type of movie that stays with you long after its watched.
For a laugh (or to cure insomnia, take your pick) check out the vintage hour-long French featurette from 1966 about the film that (a) shows all the key scenes (including the ending!) and (b) profiles talking heads that clearly look like they wish were anywhere else but where they were at that moment.
George Romero's DAWN OF THE DEAD (1979) on DVD. Saw the three versions in Anchor Bay's monster four-disc set because I knew I wanted to see this one with my folks but wanted to make sure which one. Surprisingly the 'European' version (i.e. Dario Argento's cut), despite sucking the fun and subtle criticism of consumer culture in Romero's other two versions, is the one that moves fastest of the three versions (duh, it's the shortest) and has the most 'missing' footage (incidental shots of looting and dismemberments, nothing major but just a ton of quick shots that add-up) plus wall-to-wall operatic Goblin music that's at odds with the movie's low-budget charm. Weird that the actors were given this version to do their commentary track on since it's the one that makes them look less important as characters. The 'Extended Version' is just a little more bloody than the theatrical one plus has an extended subplot involving looting cops before our heroes board their helicopter (who cares?) plus a few subtle changes (background music when Flyboy joins the soldiers as they run through the department store for the first time) that you'd only notice if you had just watched the previous versions. Very nice of producer Richard P. Rubenstein to spill production secrets in the commentary track (like the budget being a little over $650K, which he inflated to $1.5 million in the sales pitches to distributors to make it seem like a bigger production) but the price for Rubenstein's candor are endless plugs and mentions for the then-new 2004 Zack Snyder remake of "Dawn of the Dead" (yawn).
Other than a handful of money shots missing (especially the zombie on the ground with a machete through his throat) the 'Theatrical' cut of "Dawn" is just about perfect. So, the day I planned to show the movie to my folks, I made it a point to ask them to walk with me through the mall where the Barnes & Noble store is located (for the 50% sale) and soak-up the atmosphere. Since neither of us frequents malls anymore they were perplexed. We had also planned to go to a target range to fire some guns (they're licensed) but we just ran out of time. When we finally saw "Dawn..." that night they were amused at how unbelievable the premise was and just how cheap the effects were (the first exploding head elicited 'that's not very good' comments) and the whole criticism of consumer culture pretty much went over their heads (although my old man at least 'got it' afterwards). Basically they enjoyed "Dawn..." as a big rollercoaster goof that would have been unbearable had it been realistic (see below). At least they'll never see a shopping mall the same way again... I think.
Romero's DAY OF THE DEAD (1985) on DVD. Saw this on my own (too much gore/guts for my folks to handle I think) and, frankly, have grown to like it a little more than "Dawn" and the original "Night." It's a super-slow burn until the bloody goods show up or Richard Liberty's loony doctor walks in and out of a scene. When the s*** finally hits the fan the limited (though spectacularly convenient) location and average acting are worth the gory punchlines. I'd seen the movie before but this was the first time that I realized that it was "Martin's" John Atlas as one of the nerdy scientists. There's something so gratifying about seeing (and buying) that Bub (Sherman Howard) learns to handle guns and has the metaphorical final word on the fate of Rhodes (Joe Pilato), whose gruesome fate is matched by both the common sense of his thinking (until he turns tail and leaves his men behind) and the intensity of the actor in making his character such an unlikable SOB. Plus, as Romero has proven in his contemporary 'Dead' trilogy ("Land/Diary/Survivor"), there's a timeless "Star Wars"-like aura over the 1967-1985 trilogy (each one capturing its decade's social mores and anxieties) that will forever anchor "Day of the Dead" as a fine and aging wine of zombie filmmaking. And sue me, I even like John Harrison's Casio-like score.
Stuart Gordon's FROM BEYOND (1986) on DVD with the commentary track. Any time you get Gordon on a commentary track with someone else it's usually a party (as opposed to Stuart doing the commentary solo, which usually results in a professorial tone at odds with the subject matter). When you team Gordon up with the stars and producer of "Re-Animator" to talk about an H.P. Lovecraft adaptation soaked with rubber prosthetics and a psycho-sexual vibe though, the result is pure cinephile geek love. "From Beyond" is great or what it is (above-average, semi-literate low-budget horror) but the commentary track on the DVD goes... wait for it... above and beyond reproach!
James L. Brooks' BROADCAST NEWS (1987) on Criterion Blu-ray. Saw this one with my folks. The year before I showed them "Network" which my father liked but put his wife to sleep. This year's selection was meant to cover the same ground (satire of network TV news) with a new twist (a likable lead character representing the death of standards in TV journalism), but also to put my father to sleep while his wife stayed wide awake at the romantic comedy hijinks. Alas, both ended up wide awake and liking the movie a lot. Since they had no idea who the actors were (not even Holly Hunter) my father never perceived Albert Brooks' Aaron as ugly or William Hurt's Tom as the romantic lead (though his wife did since she's more familiar with the romantic comedy genre) so everything that happened pretty much surprised him. Now evey time he watches TV news dad's hoping to catch an anchorman sweating profusely. And someone please send James Brooks an e-mail with the good news: my father and his wife LIKED the ending! Yes, they're probably the first two people that have seen "Broadcast News" and like the way it ends. That counts as 'news' on a slow day, doesn't it?
Woody Allen's CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS (1989) on DVD. Third and last movie I saw with my folks. It was either this or "Manhattan Murder Mystery" but, when my dad told me he didn't remember seeing "Annie Hall" with me the year before (ahem, ahem!), it made my choice much easier. Short and sweet: they loved it and laughed/cringed during the right moments, but to me it became clear on repeat viewing that the Martin Landau storyline is the tentpole on which "Crimes and Misdemeanors" relies for practically all its dramatic tension. Take Judah's story away and the remaining storylines (Allen spatting with brother-in-law Alan Alda, Mia Farrow undecided, etc.) don't add up to much unless they're interjecting with Judah's plight to get rid of his mistress (cast-against-type Anjelica Huston), especially the inspired next-to-final scene in which Landau's and Woody's characters finally get to share a scene. My dad's wife recognized Daryl Hannah in a brief cameo which, according to IMDB, was part of a much different movie that Allen was shooting before he improvised/edited his way into shaping this masterpiece. Easily one of the top 5 movies Woody has done, in my and my father's humble opinion (even though he's only seen two Woody Allen movies!).
MST3K #515: THE WILD, WILD WORLD OF BATWOMAN (1993/1966) on Amazon Prime. I know I've seen this MST3K experiment before because I remembered a few moments (that "kiss" at the end, the out-of-nowhere Chinese guy speaking, Tom Servo's angry/desperate 'EEEEEENNNNDDDD' screams, etc.) plus I own it on Rhino-issued VHS. But damn if this isn't one of those 'black hole' episodes so persistenly bad (low-fi sound, boring B&W framing except for the couple of shots stolen from "The Mole People," endless dancing shots to pad the length, etc.) that you struggle to remember it just minutes after finishing it because your subconscious is trying to protect your mind from being permanently warped by its badness. I used to think of #513's "The Brain That Wouldn't Die" as Mike Nelson's on-the-job baptism of fire, but this monstruosity three episodes into his tenure as satellite of love human prisoner is by far worst. Occasionally funny if you can stay awake long-enough to apprecaite the riffs.
CINEMATIC TITANIC: SANTA CLAUS CONQUERS THE MARTIANS (2008/1964) & THE ALIEN FACTOR (2009/1977) on DVD. Still puzzled why the Titans decided to re-riff a classic and beloved "MST3K" experiment like "SCCTM" if they weren't going to be able to top the original (which they don't even come close to doing). On repeat viewing the 'new' riffs are still merely OK, and memories of the classic "MST3K" lines impossible to forget. "The Alien Factor" was just the opposite though, a crap 70's movie with a crap 70's print with crap actors that just keeps getting funnier and more exotic the more I rewatch it (specially the many little laughs the Titans indulge within their own private amusement). You just can't go wrong with alien killer zoology on the loose and a small rural American town with the only two-door vehicle in law enforcement history.
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Image Entertainment // 2003 // 83 Minutes // Not Rated
Reviewed by Judge Patrick Naugle // December 7th, 2011
The Windy City never sounded so sweet.
Oh Chicago, how you got me through so many of my youthful heartbreaks and indiscretions. Where would I have been without the smooth, lite rock vocals of Peter Cetera on "Hard Habit to Break?" Or the unabashed sentimentality of "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" (the go to song when you really screwed up)? Of course, I really only knew Chicago during their '80s heydays, not realizing that the band had been around for many years before that. As I got older I started to learn a bit more about theri history.
Chicago was formed in the late 1960s and released their first studio album in 1969 (betcha didn't know they've been around since...oh, say Vietnam). Their jazzy pop influence propelled the band into superstar status, solidified by songs like "Does Anybody Really Know What Time it is?" and "Saturday in the Park." As the 1980s drew near, the band took on Peter Cetera as a new vocalist and churned out a seemingly endless stream of pop ballads for the brokenhearted. While the hits dried up after the early 1990s, Chicago still releases music (33 albums and counting) and has enjoyed a robust touring schedule so fans can hear their favorite songs live and in person.
In 2003 Chicago recorded a live concert as part of WTTW's Soundstage series on PBS. The show is a nice tribute to the band's staying power with songs that, while never quite cutting edge (time has dulled their original groundbreaking jazz fusion), are still a lot of fun to hear live on stage. The band dips into their back catalog quite often and pulls out a lot of gems ("25 or 6 to 4" is a personal favorite). They do a fine job of counterbalancing old standards with '80s hits (three cheers for "If You Leave Me Now") while sprinkling in a few of their newer songs for good measure.
This concert is a great addition to any Chicago fan's collection. One of the things that I like about Chicago -- heck, one of the things I like about a lot of bands -- is that they don't have a flashy stage show; this means the band rises or falls by the quality of the music (you know, the reason I even go to concerts to begin with). Chicago's lineup includes Robert Lamm, Walt Parazaider, James Pankow, Lee Loughnane, Bill Champlin, Jason Scheff, Tris Imboden and Keith Howland, and all of the musicians play their parts well. As a fan of the '80s incarnation, I have to admit to being slightly disappointed that Peter Cetera isn't around anymore (he left in the mid 1980s); his unique vocals are truly missed on some of his original songs.
Yet Cetera's absence is just a quibble. I really enjoyed spending an hour and a half with Chicago and taking in their music. I had a flood of memories come back to while listening to this disc -- including junior high dances where I never got to dance with a girl (aaaaaand now I'm sad again). Chicago: Live in Concert is a nice overview of the band's hits and deep cuts, making this trip to the Windy City worthwhile.
The set list for this performance:
* "Make Me Smile"
* "Color My World"
* "Now More Than Ever"
* "If You Leave Me Now"
* "Dialogue"
* "Hard Habit To Break"
* "Saturday In The Park"
* "Beginnings"
* "Just You 'N' Me"
* "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?"
* "Feelin' Stronger Everyday"
* "I'm A Man"
* "Hard To Say I'm Sorry / Get Away"
* "Free"
* "25 or 6 to 4"
Chicago: Live in Concert (Blu-ray) is presented in 1.78:1/1080i high definition widescreen, and I don't have a lot of complaints. The image looks very good (shot on digital video) with no visible imperfections or issues. The only downside to a concert not being flashy is that the image isn't all that flashy, either. Colors are well rendered and black levels are solid. The soundtrack is presented in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and is the real technical standout. Most fans of music concerts care more about what it sounds like than looks like, and I can tell you that the soundtrack is 100% great. All of the speakers are utilized to great effect. The music comes in loud and clear and allows viewers to truly feel like they've got front row tickets to this show. For those excited by the prospect of having Chicago perform right in their living room, Chicago: Live in Concert is the next best thing. Also included on this disc is a LPCM 2.0 mix in English.
No extras have been included on this release.
Chicago: Live in Concert is a worthwhile purchase for fans of the band. Or the city. Take your pick.
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Scales of Justice
Judgment: 87
Perp Profile
Studio: Image Entertainment
Video Formats:
* 1.78:1 Non-Anamorphic (1080i)
Audio Formats:
* DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio (English)
* PCM 2.0 Stereo (English)
Subtitles:
* None
Running Time: 83 Minutes
Release Year: 2003
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Distinguishing Marks
* None
Accomplices
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Blue Underground // 1974 // 88 Minutes // Unrated
Reviewed by Judge Bill Gibron // June 17th, 2003
Hot girl-on-girl action...Nosferatu style!
In a spooky old house in bloody olde England, a couple of hot tomatoes get aerated by an unknown assassin seemingly for expressing themselves in titillating, taboo-busting fashion. Toddle over to some other narrative strand, and we now follow John and Harriet as they head out into the British countryside to caravan their bad oral hygiene away. Coincidently, the local Good Sam campsite is right outside the moldy murder mansion. Scanning the horizon for yet another plotline, we find a mysterious business man named Ted, who runs into a comely hitchhiker named Fran on the road near...you guessed it, that ancient abattoir abode. Without so much as an introduction, they have a hot night of "knockin' tha boots." In the morning, Ted wakes feeling surprisingly tired and drained (and not just of his precious male essence). Seems he has a fissure in his arm the size of Anna Nicole's ass crack. As he struggles with epidermal erosion, we witness Fran, joined by her special female "friend" Miriam as they pick up, pickle, and pry apart more dopey dudes. Harriet the indirect spy can't help but notice that these decidedly homo honeys get more horny hetero hot-chas than she does. So she makes it her goal to discover their certified bi techniques. Eventually all the divergent details start to mesh as everyone discovers what the attentive members of the audience have been privy to since the revelation of boobie numero uno. Fran and Miriam are undead drinkers of human blood who just so happen to enjoy the music of the Indigo Girls. They are red-hot lesbian marrow lickers. They are Vampyres!
Where to begin with a movie like Vampyres? How do you discuss it's rather depraved combination of hellspawn with Howard Stern and do both the killings and the kinkiness justice? To only focus on the frisky mattress moments without dealing with the vivisecting or atmospheric aura present would be like discussing an issue of Hustler without mentioning Larry Flint's speech impediment. Probably the best way to approach a review of Vampyres is to micromanage it, to tell fans of specific genres what they will be getting once they break open the DVD seal and pop this slick bit of soft core horror porn into their player:
FOR THE SEXPLOITATION CROWD: WOOOOO BUDDY!!! YEE-HAW! YOUSAH, YOUSAH YOUSAH! HOT! HOT! HOT! Lesbian action and lots of it. For those of you who find the near tasteful display of two luscious babes getting their ya-yas out and off on each other enticing, Vampyres will definitely brush up your Shakespeare, not to mention waxing your cricket bat. Not since Salt N Peppa or Musique has pushing and bushing been celebrated in such a sinfully sexy way. Marianne Morris and the sultry, single named Anulka give a new Au France meaning to the English phrase "stiff upper lip." These ample actresses, while occasionally as forced as a Jim Carrey performance in their power powder puffing, really generate a great deal of male fantasy frenzy. And this really is some steamy under the business suit spelunking for 1974. A shower scene between the two fetching fraulines is enough to have you reaching for some soap on a rope to do a little light personal "grooming."
FOR THE GOREHOUNDS: As the old cinematic slasher mantra goes, "for every act of sexual sin, there must be an equally effective Tom Savini scene of soulless slaughter." Well, Vampyres doesn't have the inspired insanity of Romero's favorite bloodletter to load the screen with sanguine sauce, but this doesn't keep our British brethren from finding their own recipe for "clotted" cream and splattering it all over the countryside in prim and proper puddles of pain. Particularly, there is an unnerving death of a young man at the hands of the blood lusting Lesbos that screams of agony and ferocity. His skin torn in large hunks and wounds leaking gallons of grue, the lovelies give him a fatal tongue bath the likes of which you are "bound" to see on reruns of Real Sex. Ghastly stabbings, open arm wounds that seep like soiled underpants, and sensual mouths filled with craven claret are the cinematic calling cards of this brazen bisexual bloodbath. While it may be no organ reorganizing Day of the Dead, Vampyres is still one delicious artery cocktail.
FOR THE HAMMER FAN: Though made by a Spaniard for a home country producer trying to outdo the classic British horror factory (and succeeding, thank you), Vampyres has enough of the UK stalwart's atmosphere and rococo settings to have you wondering when Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing will show up for tea. The main manor used in the film is, indeed, Hammer's old standby castle haunt. But the filmmakers find other wonderfully evocative surroundings to shape their sinister, sensual saga. From forests filled with fall weather foliage to ornate interiors that evoke gothic decadence and decay, Vampyres provides the look and feel of a standard Bray Studios fright fest without resorting to its trademarked tired plotting, excessively talky drawing room monologues or tartan wearing groundskeepers, complete with mangy dogs, holding lanterns up to iron gates.
FOR THE VAMPIRE LOVER: Look, if the only choice you have for revisionist vampirism is between Anne Rice and her fey gay suckling succubae and these lipstick life drainers, only someone like Trent Reznor's towel boy would levitate in his loafers over the Black Queen's supernatural Queer as Folk. Lovers of really naughty neck biters would and should instead invest their obsession on a couple of true Transylvania tigresses. True, these creatures of the night don't spend their evenings avoiding garlic or days resting in a Sealy Posterpedic Sarcophagus, but they do obey the prime rule of the paranormal parasite; basically, they loves their blood, boy howdy! Bram Stoker may be spinning in his family plot over the liberties taken with his immortality mythology, but let's face it, what would you rather look at for 88 minutes? Some moldering Count who resembles a healthier Michael Jackson sipping on rats or these dirty daughters of Dracula? I thought so. murderous.
The Big Blue U, otherwise known as Blue Underground, continuously resets the benchmark for restoration and bonus content with each new set of DVD releases. Here, they treat Vampyres like a coochie Criterion Collection, lovingly restoring the film to its full, uncut widescreen glory. The print here is magnificent, looking virtually brand new. There is some minor artifacting in a single night scene toward the end, but overall, the anamorphic 1.85:1 letterboxed image is a stunner. Aurally, the presentation here preserves the Dolby Digital Mono and the soundtrack is clean and crisp. As for that wealth of extras, we begin with trailers and galleries, focusing on both the international and domestic advertising of the film. We then get a still frame recreation of a lost sequence from the movie. While nothing major to the overall plotting of the story, it's nice to have it here nonetheless. Next there is a glamorous gallery focusing solely on the attractive attributes of actress Anulka. Then we are treated to a lengthy and detailed bio of filmmaker Jose Ramon Larraz. But the best two extras are saved for last. First is a brand new. Neither is offended or ashamed of their work and both point to it as a highlight of their career. They do react with a level of discomfort when discussing the fact that they had their voices dubbed by other actresses in the final cut. Still, it's great to hear their side of the story, especially when the last extra paints the production in a totally different light.
The last bonus from Blue U is. Larraz had a clear, concrete vision for his erotic thriller and it's fascinating to hear him discuss the dynamics achieved and lost in bringing that ideal to the screen. While very sparse in parts (a couple of times you'll think a technical glitch switched the soundtrack back over), it's also a great discussion of how a film like Vampyres came to be.
For those of you who love the site of lassies licking each other like lollipops, for anyone who revels in buckets of bloodshed, for the Hammer/horror buff and Dracula revisionist alike, there is something here to please each and every one of you. Vampyres may not be some long lost classic, but at least it understands how to please its audience...with hot lashings of lesbian action...that's how. YEEEOW!
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Scales of Justice
Judgment: 85
Perp Profile
Studio: Blue Underground
Video Formats:
* 1.85:1 Anamorphic
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* Dolby Digital 1.0 Mono (English)
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Running Time: 88 Minutes
Release Year: 1974
MPAA Rating: Unrated
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* Audio Commentary with Producer Brian Smedley-Aston and Director Jose Ramon Larraz
* International Trailer
* US Trailer
* Poster and Still Gallery
* Anulka Glamour Gallery
* "Lost" Caravan Scene
* Jose Ramon Larraz Bio
* Return of the Vampyres: Interviews with Stars Marianne Morris and Anulka
* Vampyres -- A Tribute to the Ultimate in Erotic Horror Cinema (DVD-ROM)
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The Nikon D5000 sensor obtains exceptional results for low ISO settings and outperforms the Canon EOS 500D sensor in dynamic range and color depth. When ISO increases, however, the differences become smaller, but the Nikon D5000 still maintains a slight advantage.
This said, the Canon EOS 500D sensor is nevertheless an exceptional sensor with a very small pixel pitch and very low RAW noise. Two main weaknesses explain the difference between its score and that of the Nikon:
We should keep in mind, too, that the sensor launched by Canon presents more technical challenges than a classic 5.5µm pixel pitch sensor, and in principle should provide slightly higher resolution. Of course, this DxOMark review evaluates only RAW sensor performance and should be considered only in tandem with other more global reviews when choosing a digital camera. While DxOMark does take resolution into account for normalization, users should be aware about the minimum resolution they need before comparing any camera.
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We introduced you the newly-announced Olympus OM-D E-M5 a few days ago. Today, let’s take a look at how the Olympus OM-D E-M5 compares with its competitors.
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Launched NX200 could be perceived as a slightly confusing object – unlike almost every other manufacturer, Samsung have not offered basic modes for beginners and advanced modes for more experienced photographers. Instead, they have gone with one approach applied across all modes. Dubbed “Smart Panel” it provides quick and simple access to all the shooting settings that you’ll want to use regularly.
The sensor resolution is high too – at 20.3megapixels, it rivals many DSLR cameras in terms of pixel count. And Samsung have given it the ability to shoot at 7fps. Again, this is better than most DSLR cameras can achieve.
The 3inch AMOLED display is another highlight that makes viewing the screen easier in bright sunlight – an important consideration for hybrid cameras that don’t feature a traditional viewfinder.
An ISO range that extends to 12,800 puts the NX200 to the top of the class in terms of specification. But with such a high resolution for an APS-C sensor, let’s see how it fared in the lab tests.
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Choosing the right Internet Service Provider (ISP) is a critical step for any small business, but a daunting task when faced with a great deal of technical information. Get it wrong and your business will suffer. Here’s how to get it right.
No pressure, right? Fear not! If you follow a process of needs assessment, research and scrutiny of service packages you will have the comfort of knowing you have made a careful, informed decision.
Assessment
Understanding your company’s internet requirements will help you choose a plan that will provide the infrastructure and support your business needs. When considering the following questions, bear in mind your company’s growth plans.
- Level of internet access required
- How many employees will share the internet connection?
- Is internet access required as part of daily work? Will the business have a steady flow of internet usage or will it spike at predictable times of the day/year?
- Will the connection be used mainly for email or also for extensive web searches and web activity? Skype uses a lot more data than sending an email, and even Google Maps uses more data than you think.
- Do you need your employees to be active in social networks or instant messaging?
- How many emails are received and sent on a daily basis? Do your employees or online users need to transfer large files, or share large amounts of information, graphics or videos?
Online presence
- Do you have a visually rich website with heavy user traffic and regular website updates?
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- Does your business handle online transactions and payments?
Applications
- Does/would your business utilise real-time applications such as video conferencing, VoIP or other content delivery systems?
Ok, so now you have an idea about what you need, or at least you’ll be able to answer some key questions from ISPs so they can put together quotes for your business.
Speed and Connection
If the choice is between dial-up or broadband, broadband usually wins out these days. Is basic broadband (or ADSL) fine, or do you need ADLS2+, which is much faster but costs more? ADSL2+ becomes more important if you’re sharing the internet connection – as most businesses will be – between a number of employees, and usually is well worth it.
Does your business require internet access on the go? Wireless vs. unwired is a topic that deserves its own article, but suffice it to say accessing the internet via a mobile device is cool, and just as fast as wired, but is the most expensive internet connection per gigabyte. It offers a mobile edge that certainly has applications for some businesses.
What if you want internet access but don’t want to pay for a landline? Some ISPs offer ‘naked’ DSL. This means you don’t need a voice connection in order to have a data connection. If your office has gone mobile this could be the plan for you.
Are you covered?
Where your office is located is referred to as your ‘exchange’. It will determine things like speed, downtime and what services are available. ADSL2+ and VoIP are not offered in every exchange by every ISP.
If you do need mobile internet access, find out about the ISP’s coverage areas and compare against where you need your employees to go. Most have the major cities covered but may not provide coverage in rural areas.
Do your research
Do not choose an ISP based solely on price or you may be disappointed when you cannot get online or get help. Some small ISPs look like they’ll be easy on the budget but in reality they oversubscribe their network, don’t have redundancies in place to keep traffic flowing in the case of network failure, or have outsourced support teams who can be difficult to talk to or slow to respond. Some large, national ISPs are too big and lack in the area of personalised customer service. Time is money and downtime is money lost for your business. Not to sound like Goldilocks, but it often turns out that an ISP somewhere in the middle, with an interesting mix of features, a manageable price and the right range of business services, is just right.
As you wade through the options and speak to ISP sales reps, obtain information about the differentiators that impact service and cost:
- Customer support
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- Bandwidth and data
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Do not underestimate the availability of good, local, knowledgeable customer support. For a small business owner or decision maker without technical knowledge or in-house IT support, having easy access to the technical support and customer service teams should be a key differentiator in your decision.
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Escalating brain imaging studies over the past two decades have independently validated Dr Levinson's pioneering discovery that the cerebellum plays a crucial role in dyslexia and a score of related disorders. Importantly, Levinson's "challenging" research over the past four decades has been supported by a wide range of outstanding neurophiologists, clinicians and educators — including Noble Prize-winning cerebellar researcher, Sir John Eccles.
Favorable Comments About Dr. Levinson's Research
"Dr. Levinson…your 3-D Optical Scanner for screening dyslexia is fascinating. Dyslexia is indeed related to the cerebellum…"Sir John Eccles, Nobel laureate, cerebellar research
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"A marvelous resource to share with parents of our children with dyslexia…a model to all who do research with the hope of making life better for others."Joan M. Smith, Ed.D., licensed speech pathologist and educational psychologist, Melvin-Smith Learning Center, Sacramento, California
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"There is little doubt that Dr. Levinson's multimodal approach to dyslexic patients and various medications can improve reading and writing skills. I recommend this book and believe in the author's approach to these children, many of whom benefit from his diagnostic evaluation, treatment, and management."J. T. Jabour, MD., Journal of Clinical Psychiatry
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"Smart But Feeling Dumb for the first time catalogues in an easy-reading manner the various presentations of dyslexia. It brings hope to the many afflicted and will spur relevant research in this area to further improve the concepts and treatment."Kenneth H. Brookler, M.D., M.S., F.R.C.S.C., F.A.C.S., past president, American Neurotology Society, and clinical professor of otolaryngology, New York Medical College
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QPR are hoping to bring Robbie Keane to Loftus Road.
Rock-bottom Rangers are desperate for proven strikers and the 32-year-old would be ideal in their quest to escape relegation – especially as he would be rejoining the manager he served under at Tottenham.
Harry Redknapp is loath to spend vast sums in January for deals that don’t work out – but could see a short-term contract for Keane (pic) in the offing.
The Irish international is half way through a two-year deal with MLS superstars LA Galaxy. But in the same way David Beckham joined AC Milan in 2009 on an initial similar arrangement, Keane could also join Hoops until the MLS starts again in March. The Rs boss is keeping tabs on things across the pond.
He said: “A short-term loan coming over from the MLS? Yeah, that’s interesting. That’s the market where we have to look.
“Robbie’s a good shout. I haven’t spoken to him yet but a good player. He’s scored goals and did well.”
However, as much as Redknapp would like to bring former target Chris Samba from Anzhi Makhachkala to Rangers, the Russian team's Europa League qualification for the knockout stages has quashed any move for the giant defender.
The manager added: “Samba? No. We’d like to, but no.”
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NHL 13 Tips And Tricks: Drag-through Deke (Created by 2BCProductions2BC)
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Planning Committee consists of eight councillors from a pool of 12 and who have completed relevant training in regulatory matters.
The committee is responsible for granting or refusing permission for planning developments, including enforcement of planning controls, conservation areas and listed buildings, and the making and regulation of tree preservation orders.
The members of Planning Committee are:
Councillor Ungar (Chairman)
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Councillor Taylor
Substitutes: Councillors Coles, Howlett, Murdoch and Stanley.
Click on the relevant meeting date to view all documents for that Planning Committee meeting, or search by keyword to find documents. | http://www.eastbourne.gov.uk/council/meetings/planning/?categoryesctl3114679=11893&assetdet1434358=2299&categoryesctl3597233=300 | 2013-05-18T10:52:45 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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03-08-2012, 09:09 PM
Considering putting my son and I in for area 80 for Antelope this fall. We have two points. How is the unit for access to public areas, better areas on unit to hunt, and is there a good chance at a 75+ inch buck? With Gas prices probably can only scout day or two before hunt so most scouting by email and phone. | http://www.eastmans.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-2289.html?s=21d0237da43268c18fbdb172425c82a1 | 2013-05-18T10:44:08 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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Musket Man
04-22-2012, 09:08 PM
got a yote off the tractor today. I love what hornady vmax will do comming out of my 22-250!!! 3279
Drelk
04-22-2012, 09:30 PM
Prettiest coyote I've ever seen:)
Musket Man
04-22-2012, 09:43 PM
There were 2 and I hit this 1 when he took a second look at cat at bout 250 yards. Shoulda seen him trying to get away with no wheels in front after first shot blew his front legs off!
Muleys 24/7
04-22-2012, 10:09 PM
That's one way to stop'em and drop'em!
wolftalonID
05-11-2012, 10:36 AM
I can still see his second look goin on there....think he was trying to keep an eye on you.....the left one to be exact!!! lol
In God We Trust
05-11-2012, 09:22 PM
I shoot the 40 grain Vmax out of my .204 and I agree they do some damage!
Ikeepitcold
05-15-2012, 11:44 AM
Nice! Love it!!
HuntWYODon
08-09-2012, 09:24 PM
Permenate brain damage, what a shame ...
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A downtown Scottsdale art gallery has been denied a federal appeal in a copyright violation case focused on its collection of Renoir statues. The Rima Fine Art gallery was appealing a 2005 ruling by the U.S. District Court that the gallery violated copyright laws by duplicating and selling sculptures by artist Pierre Auguste Renoir.
A civil trial is set for Oct. 11 for the opposing side, the French trust Societe Civile Succession Richard Guino, which is suing for damages.
Court records claim that the Societe obtained the copyrights years ago to any reproductions of the statues of Renoir and his collaborator, Richard Guino.
In 2003, the Societe sued the Rima Fine Art gallery and its parent company, Beseder, when it found the gallery advertising “original Renoir sculptures.”
The two sides have fought their way through the court system, appealing decisions to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. On May 26, the court denied the gallery’s petition to appeal.
The October trial will allow the Societe to prove the number of copyright violations and ask for damages. There are several violations, and laws allow $750 to $150,000 per violation. So “it could be significant,” said Richard Morris, attorney for the Societe.
All pieces seized from the gallery are impounded at a Scottsdale pubic storage company, he said.
“We’d like all of the unauthorized pieces returned so we can destroy them,” he said.
Tracy Penwell, president of Rima Fine Art, said she could not comment on the case but remains confident she will prevail in the end. | http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/local/article_d7271079-b8e8-5b83-8f47-d50dbb00395c.html | 2013-05-18T10:34:51 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
The scheduling for the 2013-15 two-year block is getting back to its roots, and for East Valley athletic programs, it seems like a welcome return.
With Legislation passed by the AIA Executive Board on Monday,off for the more competitive schedules may be an increase in travel costs, but that shouldn’t be a huge problem locally. There are plenty of teams within 30 minutes of each other in the East Valley, which gives schools options to find good matchups without breaking the bank.
“I honestly don’t think, for the (Phoenix) metro schools, (travel) will go up at all,” Mesa district athletic director Steve Hogen said. “And if you have to pay a little more in travel, you’ll get a little more in gate (proceeds) because they’re going to be better games. From the Mesa side of things, the travel doesn’t impact us much.”
Rural schools will be affected the most, because scheduling more competitive games could result in longer drives, which means more fuel and an increased need for substitute teachers., although the AIA did not have a ballpark dollar figure.
It was a concession various sports advisory committees were willing to make, AIA Associate Executive Director Chuck Schmidt said.
“All of the committees came forward based on a desire to address the concerns of competition,” Schmidt said. “That, I think, was the primary driving factor when it comes to the proposals that came to the (Executive) Board.” Monday that the region chairs should communicate closely with the coaches to know exactly what they prefer.
There are going to be some hard decisions along the way, but that’s the nature of the beast. No matter which way it’s sliced, scheduling will never be an easy process.
“You can’t always get everything you want, and people have to live with that,” Hogen said. “You would talk to those schools and say, ‘Who do you want to play? Give us a list and we’ll do our best to try and get those.’ If you can get two or three that you want to get, that’s pretty good.”
The new format brings questions from an economic perspective, especially considering Proposition 204 — the sales-tax measure which would allot a projected $1 billion of revenue toward education and road construction — is on the November ballot. If the 30 percent travel increase is somewhat accurate, it’s a hefty cost to the schools, and moreso if the proposition does not pass.
But from an athletics angle, the new (old) system seems like a no-brainer.
“(The region chairs) have a pretty good idea of what’s a good matchup and a bad matchup,” Hogen said. “I think the schools are happy.”
Reach Kyle Odegard at (480) 898-6834 or kodegard@evtrib.com. Follow his blog at, or find him on Twitter @Kyle_Odegard. | http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/varsityxtra/article_7a34c7bc-1d71-11e2-94da-0019bb2963f4.html | 2013-05-18T10:20:54 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
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With the high number of rooms in Jeddah Marriott Hotel, choice is plentiful. With 5 stars, this is a good option if you want a little extra comfort during your Jeddah trip.
A coffee shop/café and an exhibit space are part of the list of general areas that you can enjoy access to at Jeddah Marriott Hotel. An outdoor swimming pool, offered by this accommodation, guarantees fun if you love swimming. A sauna, or perhaps a beauty salon and a spa tub, can make for a relaxing experience. Shops in the hotel include a gift shop. Meet up with work colleagues in one of the meeting areas. Staying in Jeddah for business? A conference space, a business center and a secretarial service all belong to the options here for you. Total room count here: 210.
A wake-up service and a daily housekeeping service are offered when you stay in one of the rooms of Jeddah Marriott Hotel. Explore the surroundings or get in touch with the home front with wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary) offered here. Bathroom facilities in this hotel include such features as a magnifying mirror as well as a complimentary toiletries set and a rainfall showerhead. Kitchen facilities include a coffee/tea maker.
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orTwo Double Beds This city or pool view room measures 431 square feet (40 square meters). Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 37-inch flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A minibar and a coffee/tea maker are supplied. The private bathroom has a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead, as well as slippers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds, complimentary bottled water, and a laptop-compatible safe are among the conveniences offered.
One King Bed This city or pool view room measures 829 square feet (77 square meters). Get a good night's sleep with premium bedding, a down duvet, and a sofa bed. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination with a rainfall showerhead, as well as bathrobes and a makeup/shaving mirror. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 37-inch flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A minibar and a coffee/tea maker are supplied. Complimentary bottled water, a laptop-compatible safe, and a separate living room are among the conveniences offered.
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Kea Farm Cameron Highlands, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
The Equatorial Cameron Highlands hotel, situated 1,628 metres above sea level, surrounded by majestic mountains and gentle valleys, is located in Cameron Highlands. The property features several restaurants that will whet your appetite with their excellent food variety, from the Japanese cuisine of the Golden Phoenix to the Malaysian and Asian cuisine of the Coffee Shop and the international fare of the Cricket Bistro. The hotel also features a big ballroom and 8 meeting rooms for seminars, conferences or private parties. Sporting and recreational amenities also include an indoor swimming pool, a gym, a tennis and a squash court, a children's playground and a game room with pinball machines and pool tables. Additionally, the hotel tour desk can organize several kinds of excursions, from leisure walks to jungle expeditions in a 4x4.
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You might remember these cupcakes I made for Zoe's birthday?
I have so many pink cake decorations left over that I thought what better way to use them up than to whip up some more pink cupcakes for a great cause - pink ribbon day on monday for breast cancer research.
I had so many wonderful comments about my cupcakes at the party. Now, usually I try to do the domestic goddess thing and bake from scratch, but I have to confess that on this occasion I didn't.....*gasp*!! I was so busy organising other aspects of the party (as we hosted the party at our house) that I decided to take a short cut with the cakes. I used Greens Pink Vanilla Cupcake and Greens Vanilla Cupcake mix. They were SO delicious! Head to those links for instructions on how easy it is to prepare them.
So this weekend I'll be off the shops to buy these mixes again and will bake away ready for Monday.
Liss over at Frills in the Hills is organising a Bloggers Bake for Breast Cancer Research which you can sign up to participate in! Head on over and have a look.
Are you doing anything for Pink Ribbon Day?
they look so cute! I have a giveaway on at the moment & you may be interested :) pop by when you can.
Those cakes look so so yummy!
I am the same as you. I always bake from scratch, and never from a box. One day though, my cousin {who is usually} the same made some cupcakes and I tried one. They were the best vanilla cupcakes EVER. I asked for the recipe and she sheepishly revealed they were from a box.
So for Lacey's Christening I used some box ones too. I think it was Greens.
And then when people asked me for the recipe.... I had to tell them they were a packet mix. Shock. Horror. :P
I had plans to make macaroons for Pink Ribbon Day, but I didn't get around to it. I want to still do them before October ends though.
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Archive for February, 2010
Cleveland v. Forbes, round what the $%#?
By now everyone has probably heard of the Forbes article designating Cleveland as the distinguished “most miserable city” in the US. Among Cleveland’s many accomplishments listed in this article are its nickname (from the 50s), its failing sports teams (hello, CAVs?), and its political corruption (ok, they’ve got us on that one). Call me crazy, but something about this article is just plain un-American. Normally I don’t throw that kind of terminology around, as I’m against blind appeals to nationalism, fear/safety, and other emotion-inducing propaganda, but this time I’m making an exception. We have a culture that loves the under-dog, embraces optimism and positive change, and puts a tremendous amount of importance and pride on working hard for the future good. Therefore, this big, money and fame loving magazine creating a wildly generalized list of ”miserable” cities (talk about kicking communities while they’re down) just seems in poor spirit. I’m surprised the issue even sells.
But what really irks me about this article is its flawed methodology (yes, it’s time for economic smack-talk). As an economist by training, I’m surprised how poorly designed this ranking system really is. It doesn’t take a genius (or therapist) to know that unhappiness isn’t solely determined by what’s going poorly (likewise, happiness isn’t only determined by what’s going well). It has a lot more to do with the balance between the two. And Cleveland, while we have our flaws, has A LOT of good, even excellent, attributes. Honestly we’re a little too modest about a lot of them. Q104 put together a nice little list of things we can and should brag about. My favorite things about Cleveland include the cost of living, the awesome restaurant scene, the ethnic diversity, University circle (museums and orchestra esp), Little Italy, the absolutely gorgeous historic neighborhoods (that I can afford to live in), and the metroparks. That is to name just a few.
Calling a city miserable because it has a few political a-holes and some bad weather is a little like calling a day in which I eat some ice cream and a piece of pizza a nutritional waste, even if I also ate oatmeal, a pound of kale and a veggie and brown rice salad (sorry, this is supposed to be a nutritional column after all). It omits the good, which is at least half of the equation. So Clevelanders, I say focus on the positive. When people come here from out of town/state/country to visit they’re rarely disappointed – in fact they’re usually pleasantly delighted. In fact we could do ourselves a favor by getting out a little more and discovering the joys our community has to offer. How many people have never ridden their bike along the Towpath? Or seen a play at Playhouse Square? Or checked out Michael Symon’s newest restaurant? It’s good times. Go out, have some fun, and tell people about it. Spread the joy. It’s the best way I can think of to kick this nonsensical negativity.
Want a Superfood Sandwich? Pick up some Sardines!
Yes, Sardines. I love talking with clients about the glories of the Sardine, partly because they’re so surprised. Many recall how they were army rations for their parents. You have to wonder- if people survived in deplorable conditions, away from sunlight and fresh foods, for months on end, without major malnutrition – how impressive was that canned food? The superfood nature of the sardine is largely due to its high concentration of DHA and EPA – the most powerful Omega-3s. One small can of sardines (1 serving size) has 2 grams of these omegas – the same as 4 pills of my fish oil supplements. Omega-3s, as you probably already know, are powerful anti-inflammatories, and can reduce your risk for heart disease, alzheimer’s, aches and pains, and a host of other ailments. But this is not the only attribute to the sardine – it’s also extremely high in B12, which helps protect your blood vessels from damage, and thus prevents heart disease. And, it’s also quite high in Vitamin D, the nutrient that we get (or don’t here in Cleveland) from sunlight. There is mounting research on the benefits of Vitamin D to prevent disease, including cancer. One final nugget, because I’ve been studying a lot about the connection between mood and food lately, sardines are high in the amino acid tryptophan, which is a pre-cursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin is the chemical that makes us happy, relaxed, content, and contributes to good sleep. Eating sardines can literally make you happy.
So how should you enjoy these little guys? How about a simple sardine salad sandwich? Make it just like tuna salad! Mix a can or two of sardines with a spoon of mayo (I prefer canola-based mayo), and add in some diced onion, a spoon of mustard, salt, pepper, and some relish if you’re feeling feisty. Put it on a tasty whole grain bread with some lettuce, tomato, avocado, or other sandwich topper. Or warm yourself up with an open-faced sardine sandwich melt by topping the salad with some melted cheese. If you’re nervous, don’t be – it tastes a lot like tuna, and I think it’s even better. Happy eating!
Pesticides and other Chemicals – Worst and Best Foods
People ask me all the time – which foods are most important to buy organic? I’ve seen many lists of top 10s, and they tend to vary, so generally my advice is to buy organic whenever possible (why eat dangerous herbicides and pesticides when you don’t have to?), especially when you’re eating the skin of the fruit or vegetable. For anyone who isn’t familiar with the dangers of these chemicals – many of the most commonly used chemicals on fruits and vegetables act as carcinogens (cause cancer), endocrine disruptors (meaning they mimic the effects of hormones in the body), and/or nervous system disruptors (they screw up the system that maintains your nerves and nerve impulses). That’s scary stuff – and we don’t really know the long-term effects of small exposure over time. Most of us have traces of these chemicals detectable in our bodies.
That said, it is helpful to know the worst offenders, and whether there is anything conventionally grown that isn’t a large risk. The Environmental Working Group, a public and environmental health non-profit, conducted extensive research on 47 differents fruits and vegetables to create their Dirty Dozen list of 12 common fruits and vegetables that are most highly contaminated with pesticide and herbicide residue. They ranked the list based on consistency of residue found (percent of product tested), quantity of residue found, and number of different chemicals found. They scored all fruits and veggies based on a 100-1 scale, worst to best, so that you the consumer can understand what your risk of exposure is with any of the tested products. The worst offenders are peaches, apples, bell peppers, celery, and nectarines, followed closely by strawberries, cherries, kale, lettuce, and imported grapes. The good news? Turns out we can relax a little on onions and avocados, where 90 percent of the products tested had no residue detected. Keep in mind that chemical residue varies tremendously product to product, producer to producer- the above research indicates averages.
If this stuff freaks you out, here are a few tips to help control your exposure to dangerous chemicals, on top of buying organic:
1) It’s always a good idea to give your produce a good wash (diluted vinegar works just as well as those veggie washes!) before eating – conventional or organic. You can wash a lot of the exterior residue off. Don’t forget to wash your organics too. In tests they certainly have less residue than conventional, but they can still contain some simply due to proximity to conventional produce, nearby farm run-off, etc.
2) Check out your small local farms. In NEO we have such a vibrant farming community. Smaller farms tend to be more conscientious about using chemicals, and it’s great to be able to ask the farmer directly about their practices. Check out my resources tab for some local farmers market info.
3) And whatever you do, don’t let fear of chemicals prevent you from eating these delicious and nutritious foods. Do what you can to reduce exposure, but it’s better to eat conventional fruits and vegetables than to not eat any.
For more info, check out the Environmental Working Group’s website, they have lots of great info. Happy eating!
Buckwheat crepes
I woke up this saturday thinking about buckwheat pancakes (I usually wake up thinking about food!), and ended up inspired to make these as something a little special. I was so happy with how they turned out! I want to make more and keep them around for quick breakfasts and snacks, they’re so versatile. Buckwheat flour is traditionally used in France for savory crepes and it has a delicious nutty flavor. I found they’re just as good with fruit fillings.
Whole buckwheat is a whole grain that is good for your heart, is high in the phytonutrient rutin -which acts as an antioxidant, high in magnesium (which has been proven to help many migraine suffers!), and is gluten-free. Buckwheat has no relation to wheat – it’s actually not a cereal grain, but a fruit seed that is related to rhubarb.
Buckwheat Crepes
From How to Cook Everything Vegetarian by Mark Bittman
1 cup buckwheat flour
¼ cup regular flour (or substitute gluten-free baking mix)
½ cup milk (I used rice milk)
1 cup water
Pinch salt
1 tablespoon sugar (or honey, agave, etc, optional)
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter, plus more for cooking
Directions
1) Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. You can do this in a blender.
2) If possible, let the batter rest in the refrigerator for 1-24 hours. If time doesn’t allow, go ahead.
3) Put an 8-10 inch non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot. Use a heat resistant (i.e. silicon) cooking brush to brush a little melted butter around the surface of the pan. Ladle or pour a few tablespoons of the batter into the pan and immediately swirl the pan so that the batter coats the bottom in a thin layer.
4) When the top of the crepe is dry, after about a minute, turn and cook the other side for about 30 seconds. The crepe should be only slightly brown on both sides
5) After each crepe, re-butter the bottom of the pan with a brush. You can stack the crepes on a plate, or keep them warm in a low oven. Or, you can fill the crepes while they’re still warm in the pan.
6) You can make the crepes one day ahead and store, tightly wrapped in the fridge.
Tasty crepe fillings:
- Eggs and cheese
- Homemade fruit filling (take any frozen berry or fruit, put into a med sauce pan with a squeeze of lemon and a little honey or agave nectar, and heat until simmering. Reduce until slightly think – mixture will thicken more as it cools)
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Sautéed green vegetables such as asparagus or spinach
Food Labeling Exposed!
An awesome article on food labeling tricks and falsehoods appeared today on yahoo. Here’s a sampling of the fascinating doozies that the article exposes:
- Some products that advertise that they “contain whole grains” actually use carmel color to mimic the brown color that would appear from whole grains, while containing almost none of the good stuff. Instead their main ingredients are refined flour, salt, and sugar.
- Ingredients on food labels are listed in the order of greatest to least quantity, however there isn’t a clear way to aggregate ingredients when they appear under multiple names. For example high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, sugar, juice concentrates, fructose, etc are all sugars. A product could be 75% or more sugar but you can be mislead when the first ingredient on the label isn’t sugar.
- “Real fruit” marketing on products, which are typically targeted at kids, only technically need to contain a trace of fruit juice concentrate, =sugar. This is like squeezing a raisin and then dumping in a bunch of other sugar. Not the same thing as fruit.
- Fiber – apparently the fiber that is being added to multiple products (juices, powders, bars, etc) is inulin – a synthetic commercially manufactured product that does not act in the body like a natural fiber. That means no health benefits. But it shows up as fiber on the label.
- And my personal favorite, outrageous health claims. Kellog’s Cocoa Krispies recently tried to claim that their cereal improves kids’ immune system function. The FDA stepped in on this one, but there are plenty of other sketchy claims out that play on health claims like intelligence, heart health, cure cancer, etc. Unfortunately most packaged products are heavy in cheap ingredients – enriched flours and sugars, that outweight the benefits of any fringe ingredients. But the marketing focuses on those fringes.
It’s a great article and I encourage you to read the whole thing. Food marketing is a multi-billion dollar industry, and it’s convincing! Learning what to look out for will help you make smarter decisions, be healthier, and provide nutritious foods to your family.
Soothing Soup
Is the winter cold and lack of sun getting you down? Here’s a great way to warm your body and soul and rejuvenate your entire system. This recipe has nutritious dark greens, creamy potatoes, and satisfying spicey chorizo sausage, which pairs incredibly with the greens. (If your kids, or grown-up “kid” doesn’t like greens, pairing them with a high-quality sausage is a great way to make the taste irresistable. You can even make the sausage look like little meatballs..Look for sausage that was made from hormone and antibiotic-free meat and isn’t preserved with nitrites/nitrates). The benefits of kale, my favorite superfood, are absolutely incredible. Not only is it being studied for its ability to prevent cancer, it’s also beneficial for your vision, lungs, can improve arthritis, is high in calcium, and the list goes on. Take the leftovers for an easy lunch at work.
Potato Soup with Kale and Chorizo, recipe from Bon Appetit
Instructions:.
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I have been collecting and using knives for numerous years and in a previous life,like many others had to depend on my knife more than daily being a Veteran and former Navy Seal!
I have read all of the guides generously put forth by our community members...obviously we write these guides to be helpful and considerate,as well as, to allow you to SHARE in our knowledge and experiences!
I agree that MOST of the "China" made knives are inferior in technology and materials.
However, when you shop for your knife you MUST keep in mind the quality of the mother knife company ie: Harley-Davidson,Gerber (Rough Rider),Remington,Spyderco,Boker (Magnum),etc...They have built a carriage trade by building quality knives and as competative measure and possibly to further trade good-tidings,not to mention lower assembly/production costs have out-sourced to China, Mexico, Spain, etc...
The long and the short of this guide is that, the knife manufacturer that we have trusted as OURS, still gives us bang for our buck in all areas of quality (minimally 420 steel), useful/useable design and durable handle materials.
If you look at the type of steel used in the knife blades, 420 is 420 and 440 is 440 no matter where the knife has been assembled or manufactured and MOST knives have been heat treated (you'll know this by the sheen on the blade...less sheen = less heat).
Hopefully this guide is helpful and worthwhile reading to you.
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It is now known that Hematopoietic Stem Cells (HSCs) progress through defined stages of maturation that result in gradual loss of multi-lineage potential, and commitment to various blood cell phenotypes. Mouse HSCs were first isolated as part of the bone marrow fraction depleted of lineage positive cells. Subsequently, it was discovered that the lineage-negative fraction could be significantly enriched for HSCs by further selecting the lin-Sca-1+c-Kit+ (LSK) population of bone marrow. In 2005, it was demonstrated by Morrison et al that a combination of the SLAM family of proteins could also be used to efficiently identify and isolate HSCs. They found the CD150+CD48-CD244-CD41- fraction of mouse bone marrow to be significantly enriched for long-term reconstituting ability. In humans, the isolation of a lin-CD34+CD90+ progenitor cell resulted in the purification of a homogeneous HSC population. The critical test for HSCs is in their ability to clinically rescue myelo-ablated hosts from hematopoietic failure, and establish long-term multi-hematopoietic lineage reconstitution.
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Ira Jacobs
August 12, 2010 — Ira Jacobs, a professor of electrical engineering and former interim department head died August 11, 2010 after a long battle with cancer.
Jacobs was born January 3, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York and in 1950 earned his B.S. degree in physics from the City College of New York. He then earned M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in physics from Purdue University in 1952 and 1955 respectively.
Jacobs joined Bell Laboratories in 1955 as a Member of the Technical Staff, working in electromagnetic and communication theory. He was promoted to supervisor in 1960, then department head in 1962 and director in 1969.
He worked in telephone transmission systems engineering and development and directed the development of much of AT&T’s early fiber optic transmission systems. He was named an IEEE Fellow in 1981 (and Life Fellow in 1995) for his leadership in developing fiber optic communications systems.
In 1987 Jacobs retired from Bell Labs and joined Virginia Tech’s faculty. He taught and developed courses in fiber optics and telecommunications and directed research efforts in fiber optic communications technology and applications. Of his faculty position, he once commented that he was “working harder than ever, but enjoying almost every moment of it.”
Jacobs was known as a fair and caring teacher and “a guy who knows his stuff,” as one student posted on an online review. He was interested in making sure that students had a balance of theoretical and practical skills in the field, including strong writing skills.
In addition to teaching and research, Jacobs was also noted for his service to the ECE department and to the field. From 1994-1995, he served as interim department head and worked to build strong teams at all levels, from student design teams to faculty and administrative teams. In recent years he was a major contributor to the department’s assessment committee and ABET accreditation team.
Jacobs was senior advisor to the editor of IEEE Transactions on Communications, and was an associate editor of IEEE Photonics Technology Letters. He served on the executive committee of the IEEE Virginia Mountain Section for many years and received the section’s Outstanding Service Award in 1998 and 2003, and an IEEE Centennial Medal in 2000. He also was appointed to the FCC Technological Advisory Council in March 2003. He published more than 50 journal articles and gave many presentations at professional conferences.
Among his colleagues at Virginia Tech, Jacobs was known for his humility, generosity, and fairness. Younger faculty members appreciated his guidance and inspiration.
In 2009, he published a collection of children’s stories, The Life and Times of Otto K ottO, Pocahontas Press; and self-published his memoirs, Most Peoples Not So Lucky, which focuses on four themes: telecommunications, education, Judaism, and cancer.
Jacobs is survived by his wife of 54 years, Irene; son Phillip, and daughters Mona Markell and Nancy Jacobs; and seven granddaughters, Gitty, Leah, and Sorah Jacobs, Rebecca, Jenny, and Rachel Markell, and Isabelle Jacobs; as well as his brothers Herbert Jacobs and Robert Jacobs. | http://www.ece.vt.edu/news/articles/jacobs.html | 2013-05-18T10:31:12 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [
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David McCay, 68David Allen McCay, 68, Alexandria, died Thursday, July 5, 2012, at his home, surrounded by family.
David Allen McCay, 68, Alexandria, died Thursday, July 5, 2012, at his home, surrounded by family.
David was born May 2, 1944 in Bismarck, ND to Paul and Mamie McCay and raised on the family farm near Moffit, graduating from Hazelton High School in 1962.
David attended Valley City State College, joined the North Dakota Army National and later completed his degree at UND. He married his high school sweetheart, Roberta Olson and they were blessed with a son, Michael in 1970, and daughter, Sara in 1974.
David taught business education in Lakota and Grafton, ND before working for Gaffaney’s Office Supply in Grand Forks, ND and Crookston, MN. In 1986 the family moved to Alexandria, where he was employed by Farm Credit Services in agricultural real estate sales. Later, David started working with Paulson Land Company of Battle Lake in real estate sales and appraisal. David loved his work as it connected him to so many people.
David’s last wish was to have his brother, sister, son, daughter, daughter-in law and three precious granddaughters gather at their home for a final reunion. He often referred to the people of his life as his true “treasures” and knew they would follow him into his eternal life.
David’s exemplary life will be remembered and celebrated by his wife of 45 years, Roberta (Olson) McCay; his children, Michael (Lisa) of Eagan and Sara (Serge Zotov) of Houston, Texas; granddaughters, Meeghan, Molly and Mara McCay of Eagan; brother, Charles (Gwen) of Bismarck, ND; sister, Georgine Harrington of Carrollton, Texas; brother-in-law, Russell Olson (Sharon) of Fargo, ND.
He will be missed by many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces and cousins. Many friends and co-workers will also remember David as a person of integrity, honesty and patience. All who knew him were made aware of his loyalty as well as his wonderful sense of humor accompanied by a twinkle in his eye.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Mamie McCay; sister, Darlene Mehrer; brother-in-law, Bill Harrington; and nephew, Kyle McCay.
A memorial service was held Monday, July 9 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Alexandria.
The family requests memorials be made either to the Douglas County Hospice or the Lakes Area Humane Society of Alexandria.
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Hi! I'm trying to build an GMF-based editor for an UML profile defined in a previous work in my laboratory. The first approach I'm using to build the domain model is to extend by inheritance the elements the uml.ecore I'd found in mdt-uml2-Update-4.1.0M4.zip in an EMF project.
The genmodel is created without complains, but when I generated the model code several errors (about to 200) appears because of unimplemented methods of the UML elements (such as Association.getOwnedEnd(String,Type) and Dependency.getClient(String)).
I think that to implement each of this methods "by hand" will be a really time-consuming activity so I'm asking:
- Is there some place or resource that I can use that already have those methods implemented? (Since they are methods relative to the UML.ecore I think someone should have implemented and used they already.)
- Or, at least, is there a better way to implement this profile in a way I can use it as the *.ecore of the domain model of the GMF-based editor I'll build?
Thank you in advance.
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One issue that continues to plage contractors is understanding customers and their needs. Contractors who deal with complex electrical or low-voltage systems have an even greater challenge, since much of what they are selling depends on knowing exactly what the customer expects from the end product.
Although most end-users understand the basics of electrical, voice and data communications, they are less knowledgeable about enhanced options and related technologies that expand the primary systems. Consequently, this is an area for contractors to proactively approach customers, helping educate the end-user about what is available and what they, as a trusted business partner, can offer.
This gap in knowledge is especially relevant in the built environment, where information technology (IT) systems are increasingly vital. Building owners and operators have been working around electrical systems for decades, but IT systems were not as important in the past.
Until the 1990s, IT systems were primarily voice communications, but that has changed with voice messaging, security systems, data systems, integrated systems and multiple variations of both voice- and data-based systems. There are far more options today.
Since these additional systems require reliable power for their operations, the IT field is a natural extension of electrical construction. However, some building owners have not quite understood that progression, which is where enterprising contractors come in.
Taking time to talk
A good first step is selling the contracting firm’s total suite of capabilities, and for the end-user, it means he or she needs to ask the contractor about the services offered. This may seem obvious; however, all of the products and services an electrical contractor can offer may not be clear.
Actually talking to customers or contractors is not done often enough. Picking up the phone or meeting face to face is an easy way to begin the process of understanding just who your customers are, what they want, what they like, what they dislike and what they need.
Out to lunch
Though not as flashy as 50-yard line skyboxes and not as high-tech as sending out e-mail blasts, lunch-and-learn sessions still carry weight with customers. This is especially true in evolving sectors, such as voice and data systems and integrated technology.
Not all customers are aware of the choices they have, and contractors can use that to their advantage. This also is a good opportunity to partner with vendors who offer systems and solutions that differ from what the typical customer expects.
Lunch-and-learns can be as simple as coffee, doughnuts, brochures and a few speakers on any given morning. Another way to win over customers and introduce them to your company’s additional offerings is have one group—most likely the electrical side—introduce and explain the synergy between it and the other segments of the business—perhaps the communications group. This creates relationships with other representatives of a contracting firm.
Drilling down to specifics
Customers can be educated through interactive sessions, which are relatively inexpensive to put together. Education could include sessions specific to individual systems, solutions and technologies. For example, for a session on emergency generators, a generator sales rep could provide some additional literature, and would introduce some of the newer solutions on the market for emergency and backup power.
The average contractor’s list of ideas and topics to cover for the average customer is quite broad, and both parties should take advantage of the opportunity to learn from one another. Teach and learn about available options and solutions. Creating this type of ongoing program allows for more touch points with customers, keeps your staff well-trained at presenting, and keeps ongoing interest in your company. Furthermore, the end-user benefits from having the solution that is needed.
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Google Inc's venture capital arm, Google Ventures, is bringing more partners onboard as the $100 million fund seeks to build upon the eight investments it has made in companies since its launch last spring.
Managing Partner Bill Maris said the fund had quietly begun to bulk up its ranks and is in the process of refining an investment strategy that has seen Google Ventures back start-ups in markets as diverse as biotech, cleantech and consumer Internet technology.
"There are full-time employees in the fund that aren't publicly disclosed right now that are recent hires," Maris told Reuters on Monday. The Google Ventures web site currently lists only Maris and Rich Miner as managing partners.
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On Tuesday, San Francisco Internet start-up VigLink announced a round of funding from backers including Google Ventures and First Round Capital, as well as a handful of angel investors Reid Hoffman, founder of social networking firm LinkedIn. Representatives for VigLink said the funding round totaled $800,000.
The Google Ventures investment in VigLink, which actually occurred in June but was not announced at the time, gave Miner a board seat at the company. VigLink provides a tool to help Web publishers and blogs generate revenue by connecting the hyperlinks featured in their content with affiliate programs from sites like Amazon.com Inc that pay commissions for sales leads.
Miner told Reuters in a separate interview on Monday that he also sits on the boards of two other Google Ventures portfolio companies while Maris is a director at Adimab Inc, a biotech company that Google invested an undisclosed amount in October.
Miner would not disclose how much of the $100 million the fund has invested so far. According to Miner, Google Ventures has made a total of eight investments to date, though only seven of the investments have been publicly disclosed.
Google, the world's No.1 Internet search company, launched its venture capital arm in March 2009, with the stated goal of seeking investment opportunities to maximize returns rather than looking for investments that strictly fit with Google's strategic vision.
The fund has also invested in Pixazza Inc, a photo-based online marketing service and Silver Spring Networks, a company that uses technology to improve the efficiency of power grids.
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DisplaySearch Raises 2011 China PC Shipment Forecast to 100 Million Units, Despite Weak Global Demand
Lenovo Strengthens Position in LCD Monitor, Desktop PC and Mobile PC Segments in China
Santa Clara, CALIF., November 14, 2011According to the latest research from the DisplaySearch Quarterly China PC Shipment and Forecast Report, the company has increased its 2011 forecast for total China PC market shipments, which includes desktop PCs, all-in-one (AIO) PCs and mobile PCs (notebooks, mini-notes and tablets) from 95 million to more than 100 million units, accounting for a 25% Y/Y increase.
Despite weak global demand, PC market growth in China continues to outpace the rest of the world, noted Robin Wu, DisplaySearch China PC/IT analyst. The rapid development in the region as part of the countrys strategy to develop western China over the past 10 years ultimately resulted in the China PC market growth exceeding expectations.
As a result of the strong growth, DisplaySearch has increased its 2011 shipment forecast of Desktop PCs from 51.6 million units to 52.4 million units, AIO PCs from 2.5 million to 3.8 million units and mobile PC from 40.8 million to 47.4 million units.
Figure 1: China PC Market Shipment Forecast by Application
Source: DisplaySearch Quarterly China PC Shipment and Forecast Report
Q211 Tablet PC Shipments Reach 2.4M; 2011 Forecast Upgraded to 10M Units
DisplaySearch previously forecast 2011 tablet PC shipments at 3.4 million units; however, Q211 has far exceeded this estimate, reaching 2.4 million units. The growth was attributed to aggressive pricing strategies by brands, including Lenovo. DisplaySearch has raised its 2011 tablet PC shipment forecast to 10 million units, accounting for a 10% share of the total China PC market. Apple continues to lead in tablet PC brands in China, while other brands like Lenovo, Acer and Samsung are also increasing their efforts. Lenovos successful strategy to sell its 7 A1 Lepad for $155 (CNY1,000) could increase price competition and ultimately increase shipments further.
DIY Market Approach Accounts for Majority of China PC Market
The do-it-yourself (DIY) market, which consists of self-built PCs that have a monitor included as part of a complete solution, still accounts for a significant share of the overall China PC market. 2011 shipments are expected to exceed 20 million units. Great Wall, a local brand, is experiencing strong growth in both the AIO PC and DIY PC segments. The companys parts-in-one (PIO) concept (an AIO DIY solution) could provide additional growth opportunities for the PC market in this region.
Lenovo Leads China PC Market, While AOC Continues to Capture Market Share
Lenovos leading position in the China PC market is strengthened by its efforts in the LCD monitor, desktop PC and mobile PC segments with a 23.6% share of the total China PC market. AOCs share was 8.5%. The combined market share of Lenovo + AOC reached 32.1% in Q211 compared to 27.6% in Q111, and Lenovos shares in all market segments grew in Q211.
Lenovo and AOC are known in the China PC market for their initiatives in managing sales channels, which is crucial when market demand is in a relatively weak phase. Their sales channels brands can always reach end customers faster and more sufficiently than their competitors, Wu said.
In the shadow of a weak global economy, a high Consumer Price Index and inflation, China PC market growth is also facing difficulty in the consumer market. This is causing leading brands like Lenovo and AOC, who have good control of sales channels, to grow at a faster pace than other players in the market and grab more market shares, Wu added.
Table 1: China PC Market Share by Manufacturer
Source: DisplaySearch Quarterly China PC Shipment and Forecast Report
The DisplaySearch Quarterly China PC Shipment and Forecast Report represents the first collective look at the entire personal computer market in mainland China, including tablet PCs, desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs, notebook PCs, and mini-notes. It provides the most comprehensive survey of domestic PC brands and associated products, such as desktop monitors, indicating an accurate picture of the China PC market (due to the popularity of building DIY systems in China). It highlights the unique nature of the domestic China PC business and offers comparisons with other regions of the PC market.<< | http://www.ecnmag.com/news/2011/11/displaysearch-raises-2011-china-pc-shipment-forecast-100-million-units-despite-weak-global-demand?qt-recent_content=0 | 2013-05-18T10:24:28 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [
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"Dark energy is one of the great scientific mysteries of our time, so it isn't surprising that so many researchers question its existence," said Bob Nichol, a member of the Portsmouth team involved in the research, which was published in the academic journal Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.
"But with our new work, we're more confident than ever that this exotic component of the universe is real - even if we still have no idea what it consists.
One of the strongest pieces of evidence for dark energy is in the so-called Integrated Sachs Wolfe effect.
In 1967, Rainer Sachs and Arthur Wolfe theorized that light from the radiation from the heat left over from the Big Bang, would become slightly more blue as it passed through the gravitational fields of lumps of matter in the universe, an effect known as gravitational redshift.
The existence of dark energy would cause light from this residual radiation to gain energy as it travels through large lumps of mass.
In 1996, astronomers Robert Crittenden and Neil Turok suggested overlaying a map of the local universe on the picture of the residual cosmic radiation could provide clues about where to look for the effect. In 2003, it was spotted, albeit weakly.
It was seen as supporting evidence for dark energy and hailed as the 'Discovery of the Year' in Science magazine.
But some scientists argued it could have been caused by cosmic dust and questioned the discovery.
The Anglo-German team that carried out the latest study was led by Crittenden and Tommaso Giannantonio. They re-examined all the arguments against the detection and have improved the maps used in the original work.
They conclude that dark energy is almost certainly responsible for the hotter parts of the cosmic microwave background.
"We have methodically addressed all of these issues and concluded none of them can explain the observations we see," Nichol told Reuters. "In the end, the only remaining explanation is dark energy - if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it's probably a duck."
Radio telescopes like the huge Square Kilometre Array that will be sited in remote areas in South Africa and Australia, should improve the tricky process of measuring distances in the universe and give more definitive data, he said.
"What dark energy could be, theoretically, is another question," Nichol said.
(Editing by Stacey Joyce)
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LTE the Only Road to Wireless 4G in ChinaJanuary 24, 2010 6:55 pm | by In-Stat | Comments
Although competing 4G technologies will come to the fore in other countries, LTE will be the only route to 4G wireless service in China .
Competition for High-Growth Mobile Chip Market Escalating This YearJanuary 24, 2010 5:54 pm | by In-Stat | | Comments
The Chinese government denied involvement in Internet attacks and defended its online censorship Monday after the United States urged Beijing to investigate complaints of cyber intrusions in a dispute that has added tension to bilateral relations.China's policy against Internet hacking attacks...
USB, Bluetooth Firmly Grip Consumer MindshareJanuary 24, 2010 5:55 am | by In-Stat | Comments
USB is the most popular and most used interface among users on both home and business PCs, while Bluetooth is proving highly popular on cell phones. | http://www.ecnmag.com/news?page=1338&items_per_page=15&qt-recent_content=0 | 2013-05-18T10:36:30 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Pressure Sensor Delivers 4.5 VDC Output
Requiring a 5 VDC power supply, Kavlico’s P6050 PCB mount pressure sensor dispenses a standard analog linear amplified output from 0.5 VDC to 4.5 VDC proportional to pressure. The piezo-resistive sensing technology-incorporating unit allows for the selection of a standard voltage output device or alternative digital SPI output with an embedded, [1] | http://www.ecnmag.com/print/product-releases/2008/10/pressure-sensor-delivers-45-vdc-output?qt-most_popular=0 | 2013-05-18T10:41:55 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
Product Releases a CC tolerance of ±10% over a temperature range from 0° to 100°C. Features include frequency jittering to greatly reduce EMI filter costs, auto-restart, output short circuit protection, and hysteretic thermal shutdown. The RoHS-compliant converters meet IEC 60950-1 HV creepage requirements between Drain and all other pins and all single-point failures are handled safely.
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Sony removes PS3 Linux supportApril 1, 2010 6:59 am | by Andrew Maiman | Blogs |
LED-Backlit LCD TV Sales SurgeMarch 29, 2010 5:29 am | News | Comments
The LCD TV shipment outlook has been increased to 180 million units in 2010, driven in part by the rapid expansion of LED backlit models.
Driver Modules Power Mid-size, Multi-string, LED backlit LCDsMarch 25, 2010 5:55 am | Endicott Research Group | Product Releases | Comments
The SFDMD Series is), drivers offer
In-line DSL CPE MicroFilter Presented as World’s SmallestMarch 19, 2010 6:44 am | Product Releases | Comments
Pulse introduced what it asserts is the first digital subscriber line (DSL) NanoFilter. The Z-321NF in-line DSL customer premises equipment (CPE) MicroFilter offers both voice and data protection by
Power Rocker Switch is Water ResistantMarch 17, 2010 6:46 am | Product Releases | Comments
Phaseda LLC has introduced a water resistant power rocker switch. This HB-series rocker switch has a special internal design that leads water away from the contacts, making it appropriate for
Do gamers make better soldiers?March 17, 2010 5:54 am | by Jason Lomberg, Technical Editor | Blogs |.
Innovation on display at Games ConferenceMarch 15, 2010 6:51 am | News | Comments.
Latest ZigBee Standards now available for Public DownloadMarch 15, 2010 5:50 am | News | Comments
The ZigBee Home Automation and ZigBee Remote Control Standards are now available for public download.
Drive-Thru Kiosk Uses Touchscreen TechMarch 15, 2010 5:41 am | News | Comments
The Way2Order Drive-Thru kiosk solves critical challenges surrounding drive-through self service by integrating outdoor-usable touchscreen technology which can be operated with bare or gloved hands.
Digital Light Sensors Operate Behind Darkened GlassMarch 12, 2010 6:23 am | Product Releases | Comments
Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions announced the first members of its next generation digital ambient light sensor (ALS) and proximity detection family. These devices are said to eliminate the need to use clear glass/plastic in front of the sensor or
Panasonic's first 3-D TV set in $2,900 packageMarch 11, 2010 8:38 am | News | Comments
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Brainstorm: BatteriesMarch 11, 2010 4:34 am | by Edited by Jason Lomberg, Technical Editor | Articles | Comments
What is the next breakthrough in battery technology?
PA Eliminates the Need for RF Component MatchingMarch 9, 2010 11:49 am | Product Releases | Comments
California Eastern Laboratories (CEL) is shipping its uPG2251T6M GaAs power amplifier (PA). According to the company, the PA eliminates the need for RF component matching, which reduces component count and simplifies procurement. The new 2251 PA is
Video games and the military: Engaging the “tech generation”March 9, 2010 9:10 am | by Jason Lomberg, Technical Editor | Blogs |.” | http://www.ecnmag.com/topics/consumer?page=77&items_per_page=25 | 2013-05-18T10:21:11 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | 1368696382261 | [] |
U.S. Border Guards made an appearance at the Occupy Phoenix armed with AR-15 rifles to protect demonstrators’ legitimate right to peaceful protest.
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Whilst the mainstream media talk about whether Greek will default on its debt, the knarly chart below paints a very different picture. (more…)
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With all that is going on around the world it is really uplifting to come across such a fantastic good news story such as Emmanuel Kelly and X Factor. (more…)
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Sergeant Shamar Thomas has appeared on Countdown with Keith Olbermann after he became a world wide YouTube phenomenon for standing up to the NYPD.
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Goldman Sachs suffered losses of $393 million dollars in the third quarter of 2011 revealing a significant turn for the worse for the investment bank.
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Bank Transfer Day has been set for November 5th and credit unions are preparing for the event which will add weight to the Occupy Wall Street protests.
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Decorated war hero, Marine Sergeant Shamar Thomas voiced his objection to the New York Police Department’s treatment of Occupy Wall Street protesters.
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RT cameras had strobe lights and bright flashlights shone into their cameras to prevent them from filming during Occupy Wall Street demonstrations.
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Customers of Citibank were arrested yesterday after trying to close down their bank accounts.
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Charlie Veitch has posted a sincere apology on his YouTube channel aimed at anyone he may have offended in his recent videos.
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Video has emerged of Occupy Wall Street demonstrators and members of the public being punched by the NYPD and run over by a motorcycle.
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The apparent media blackout of the Occupy London Stock Exchange (Occupy LSX) demonstrations points towards media corporation investments.
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Religion in America
The faith (and doubts) of our fathers
What did the makers of America believe about God and religion? The subject is stirring the very rancour they wanted to avoid
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There is a great irony about all these disputes over America's creators, whether they pit Christian against Christian, or religious types against secularists. Regardless of their own views on the spiritual, people like Madison, Washington and Jefferson were intensely concerned for the welfare and cohesion of the new republic. They worried not only about religious wars as such but about political disputes which were “religious” in their intensity. They wanted to create a state and political system to which people with utterly different ideas about metaphysics, and many other things, could offer unconditional loyalty. People who disagree over legal or economic matters ought to be able to respect one another and compromise; people who disagree over things they regard as ultimate—and therefore see one another as heretics—usually can't.
The religious or non-religious character of the constitution (and what children should learn about it) is only one of many issues on which it is hardly possible, these days, to have a calm debate. Perhaps all sides should ponder the words of Jefferson in his first inaugural address: “Let us reflect that, having banished from our land that religious intolerance under which mankind so long bled and suffered, we have yet gained little if we countenance a political intolerance as despotic, as wicked, and capable of as bitter and bloody persecutions.”
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Mobile telecoms
Out of Africa
A new kind of telecoms operator is evolving in Africa and the Middle East
THAT mobile phones are transforming economic and social life in Africa is now widely understood. Less well known are the companies that are leading the charge. five big operators are MTN of South Africa, MTC of Kuwait, Egypt's Orascom, Etisalat of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Vodacom, an Anglo-South African firm. John Tiefel, a partner at McKinsey, predicts that consolidation will result in three or four large operators spanning Africa and the Middle East, with a sprinkling of national firms. “All the operators have a very similar vision: to become meaningful players in all these markets,” says Phuthuma Nhleko, the boss of MTN Group in South Africa, which has operations in 21 countries across the region.
The appeal is obvious. “There is high growth, high profitability, high cashflow generation and still many years of growth ahead of us,” says Marc Beuls, president of Millicom International Cellular, which does business in 17 developing countries under the name Tigo. Mobile telephony is now a $25 billion industry across Africa and the Middle East. Subscriber growth in the region will be 40% this year and exceeds 100% in some countries. Revenue is increasing by 20-50% annually and margins are around 40%. In many countries mobile operators are among the biggest companies and largest taxpayers. And the market is still young: fewer than 15% of Africans have mobile phones.
The companies benefiting from this growth are mainly home-grown. As Western operators either stayed away or pulled out after the telecoms crash of 2001, African firms raced to expand. More recently Middle Eastern operators have moved into the market on a tide of petrodollars. As for European firms, only Millicom of Luxembourg and Vodacom, a joint-venture between Vodafone of Britain and Telkom of South Africa, have much of a presence. “We have more appetite for risky countries and go in there and run very profitable businesses,” says Tito Alai of Celtel, part of the MTC Group.
MTN is the largest operator in the region as a result of its $5.5 billion acquisition in May of Investcom, a company with stakes in several Middle Eastern operators. MTN's boss, Mr Nhleko, says the firm will focus on Africa and the Middle East, where there is plenty of room for growth. MTC expanded in the other direction, from the Middle East into Africa. The Kuwaiti firm bought Celtel, which runs networks mainly in east Africa, for $3.4 billion in 2005. It has since purchased a stake in a Nigerian operator and arranged a $4 billion credit facility to pay for further expansion.
Until last month Vodacom was prevented from expanding north of the equator by a pact between its British and South African parents. But the deal has now been scrapped, so Vodacom is on the move. This week its chief operating officer, Pieter Uys, said it was targeting Algeria, Nigeria, Ghana and Angola. Etisalat, the UAE's partially state-owned operator, bought a 50% stake in Atlantique Telecom, which operates throughout west Africa, in April 2005. It has also expanded into Pakistan and Afghanistan, and in July it paid $2.8 billion for Egypt's third mobile licence—a staggering sum that only a year ago would have purchased an entire regional operator.
As others pile into Africa, Orascom has been pulling out, having sold its stakes in a dozen African operators. It is now targeting “highly populated, under-penetrated markets,” says Ossama Bessada, a senior executive at the Egyptian firm. It has operations in the Middle East, Pakistan and Bangladesh, and plans to bid for a licence in Saudi Arabia next year. Naguib Sawiris, Orascom's chief executive, also owns Weather Investments, which paid €12.1 billion last year to take control of Wind, Italy's third-largest mobile operator.
Meanwhile, operators in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman are hunting around for acquisitions too. Targets include Millicom, which was almost bought by China Mobile this year, Econet Wireless of South Africa, and the 50 or so independent mobile operators scattered throughout the region.
Some firms are even looking north, to southern and eastern Europe, for acquisitions. “They are getting very brave now, and they're looking beyond their traditional markets,” says Devine Kofiloto, an analyst at Informa Telecoms & Media. Middle Eastern operators were among the bidders for Mobi63, a Serbian operator, earlier this year. Etisalat narrowly lost a fight for Turkey's Telsim to Vodafone in 2005. And Mr Sawiris has expressed interest in a Greek operator.. Subscribers can add airtime in different currencies and carry it across borders. Celtel has, in effect, created a unified market of the kind that regulators can only dream about in Europe. African operators are also pioneering per-second billing and mobile-phone banking.
The rise of these regional operators brings great joy to Mo Ibrahim, the founder of Celtel, who is regarded as one of the fathers of Africa's mobile industry. He has created a $100m venture fund for African entrepreneurs and a foundation that offers a $5m prize to African leaders who promote good governance. As pan-African operators emerge, they are not just providing telecoms services across the continent—they are a force for change within it.
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