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Here is an update on current events and suggestions how you can help
Visit our June 2006 celebration.
June 10, 2007
On June 4, the Moscow City Council rejected all proposed amendments to the city's Large Retail Establishment Ordinance. This unfortunate outcome was anticipated due to the departure from Council of two of the amendments supporters leaving the majority of the remaining four council seats in the temporary control of Big Box Boosters. It is anticipated that the seat left vacant by Bob Stout will be filled by mayoral appointment on June 18. The seat left vacant by the death of John Dickinson will be filled at the November election. We hope the inclusion of a size cap will be revisited after the November elections.
June 10, 2007
The proposal to build 1.4 million square foot of big box retail space just across the state line from Moscow is slowly sinking on the issue of water supply. Applications for transfer of water rights to the project have been protested by a coalition of Palouse region conservation groups and the City of Moscow. The Whitman Conservancy Board, which is tasked with making a recommendation on the applications to the Washington Department of Ecology, has suspended deliberations on the applications while seeking technical advice from DOE.
The protest filed by the groups can be found at www.pwcn.org/
MOSCOW CITY COUNCIL MONDAY JUNE 4th, 7:00PM
Last year, hundreds of concerned citizens worked together to convince our elected and appointed officials to just say no to a proposal to develop a 700,000 square foot shopping center in East Moscow. We need your help again, to urge the City Council to pass amendments to Ordinances governing large-scale retail development in Moscow. City Council will consider two provisions:
one which places limitations on a retailers ability to abandon its big box (dark store provisions)
and another which places a 130,000 size cap on new stores in Moscow (the existing Wal-Mart is just under 100,000 square feet).
Towns and cities all over the United States have enacted
similar provisions to ensure that local residents, not big box retailers, are
in control of the communitys future.
December 4, 2006 - County Commissioners hearing
The Latah County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on whether to adopt Moscow's Big Box ordinance for the Area of City Impact surrounding Moscow on Monday December 4, 6:00 pm, Room 2B of the Latah County Courthouse. County adoption of the ordinance would close a huge gap in the ability of the people of Moscow and Latah County to control where big box retailers can locate and under what conditions. Leaving it open is a clear signal to WalMart and others that going across the city line into the county may get them what the City of Moscow has clearly told them: No!
Currently, big box retailers such as Walmart are a permitted use in commercial zones in the county, even if they are just across the Moscow city limits. By adopting the Moscow ordinance for the area directly outside the city, a big box developer would have to comply with the same rules that are in effect inside the city preventing areas that are likely to be annexed into the city from development with uses or in ways that are not compatible with Moscow's future growth plans.
Opponents of land use regulation such as the newly formed Greater Moscow Alliance are already on record as strongly opposing the Big Box ordinance. They intend on making this their line in the sand and daring the commissioners to cross it. It is critical that the commissioners hear loudly and clearly that citizens of Latah County support the common sense conditions for big box retail development in the proposed ordinance.
The full text of the ordinance can be found at: www.moscow.id.us/CommDev/LargeScaleRetail.asp
If you are unable to attend the hearing, please email your comments to the county commissioners by 12/1 at:
But please try to attend. The elections may be behind us, but counting heads is still important to elected officials when local decisions are being made.
November Post-Election 2006 UPDATE
Thanks everyone for your help in defeating Prop 2. An unprecedented coalition of political leaders, businesses and organizations from both sides of the political aisle united in this effort to protect Idaho from unprincipled development interests.
Now back to the hard work of making local land use decisions respect both the needs of the community and the rights of private property owners.
October 2006 UPDATE
Make sure you're aware of an incredibly dangerous measure on this November's ballot: Proposition 2. If approved, Prop 2 would effectively eliminate all planning and zoning laws and regulations allowing developments such as the Thompson SuperWalmart proposal or Naylor Farms to go ahead with no ability to stop them. We are not exaggerating.
Read the Fact sheet on Prop 2 from Neighbors Protecting Idaho (www.neighborsprotectingidaho.org) that more fully explains its effects.
Locally, there will be two forums on Prop 2 this coming week, Tuesday, 7pm at City Hall and Wednesday, noon, at the Moscow School District Office Conference Room (by the Jr. H.S...Mark Solomon will be the speaker). Please take some time to become informed on this issue and SPREAD THE WORD!
October 10, 7pm, Moscow Council Chambers
Eminent Domain & Regulatory Takings
The City of Moscow and Latah County invite you to attend an educational forum on the proposed citizen initiative Proposition 2 regarding property rights, eminent domain and just compensation for regulatory takings in Idaho. The forum will feature Proposition 2 Sponsor: "This House is My Home", Trish Oaks and Heather Cunningham, Attorney at Law. Joining them will be Jerry Mason, Attorney at Law representing the opposing view of the measure.
The forum is free and open to the public.
For those unable to attend, watch the forum on the City's cable channel 13.
For more information, call the City at 208-883-7000 or Latah County at 208-882-8580.
September 2006 UPDATE:
Closing the Gaps
Thanks to an energized Moscow community and a City Council with the strength to say NO to a bad development proposal, Wal-Mart was shut down in their attempt to build a SuperCenter in town. But were not totally in the clear, yet.
There are two other possibilities for siting a SuperCenter close to Moscow. One is in the county immediately outside the city limits called the Area of City Impact. The other is across the state line along the Pullman Highway.
Area of City Impact:
Background: The Latah County Commissioners will be deciding whether to adopt recent city land use ordinances for the Area of City Impact. These ordinances include Moscows Large Retail Establishment Ordinance commonly known as the Big Box Ordinance. The Big Box ordinance goes to the commissioners with a recommendation for passage from the Latah Planning Commission. No date has been set for the commissioners decision, but it is expected to be heard towards the end of September or early October.
Issue: Latah County zoning laws currently allow all sizes of retail establishments in a commercial zone as a right of use. There is no public hearing required or ability to impose conditions on the development to control the impacts of traffic, noise, light, water use, etc. Retail establishments are conditionally allowed in an industrial zone, but there are no guidelines in the county zoning code spelling out what conditions should be addressed by an applicant. The Citys Large Retail Establishment Ordinance makes big box stores a conditional use and provides a list of conditions to be assessed and a design manual to make big boxes fit Moscow a bit better than the cookie cutter stores most big box retailers build.
Action: Contact the Latah County Commissioners and express your strong support for adopting the Large Retail Establishment Ordinance for Moscows Area of City Impact.
Latah County Commissioners
PO Box 8680
Moscow, Idaho
Jack Nelson: email@example.com
Paul Kimmell: firstname.lastname@example.com
Tom Stroschein: email@example.com
Pullman/Moscow Corridor:
Background: The Hawkins Companies of Boise have started the application process to build a 200-acre big box development just across the state line by Airport Road. Water supply is likely the biggest stumbling block to the proposal. Loews Home Center is the only declared occupant at this time, but there is plenty of room for a SuperCenter there as well.
Action: Subscribe to the NoSuperWalmart Alert [ firstname.lastname@example.com ] list for more information as their application moves through the Whitman County process.
download September 2006 "Closing the Gaps" flyer [pdf]
August 21, 2006 UPDATE
It's been a slow summer on the public hearing front in our continuing work to make sure Walmart is not able to pop up somewhere else in Moscow, but that's about to change. The first hearing is next Tuesday, 8/29, in front of the Latah County Planning Commission where they will take testimony on whether several new City ordinances including the BIG BOX ORDINANCE should apply in the Area of City Impact zone surrounding Moscow.
NoSuperWalmart strongly supports the adoption of the ordinance by the county. Currently, there are no additional review measures in place in the county zoning laws that would allow for conditions to be placed on a big box developer. While there are no unoccupied areas appropriately zoned for big box development at this time, things change. Please either attend the hearing or send written comment prior to the hearing to:
Michelle Fuson, Latah County Planner
stating your support for adoption of the City's Large Retail Establishment Ordinance (Moscow Ordinance 2006-03) by the county for the Area of City Impact.
More information on the City Big Box ordinance can be found at : www.moscow.id.us/CommDev/LargeScaleRetail.asp
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The Sole E55 Elliptical makes what's great about the other Sole ellipticals and gives you extra. The differences are important and what makes this a step up. For a great elliptical with a solid and stable build and motion the E55 is the one for you.
- Full heart rate control to workout out at the body's optimum whether beginner or experienced and any age
- The motion is smooth and quiet helping you hear the in built mp3 station
- 10 workout programs and 20 levels or resistance to maintain motivation
- Quality durable materials and construction for long lasting use combined with the longest warranty in it's class
Sole E55 Elliptical Trainer Review
The Sole E55 is very like the ellipticals you'll find in your local fitness club. What's great is that many features you enjoy in your local center you'll find here and all in the convenience of your own home. The trainer doesn't take up too much room (dimensions below) and will give you a great workout.
The flywheel which is what you workout with is 27″ which is larger than the other Sole ellipticals, this is a good thing as it requires less rotations as you workout which means it will last longer. You'll also find the ride incredibly smooth using the pedals alone or with the handle bars for a total body workout.
The 20 levels of resistance are designed so that a beginner could be at the lowest level and comfortably ride and still feel the workout afterwards. The levels then have a smooth gradual increase in resistance as you change the levels. The resistance at the upper levels will really make you work and will be ideal for toning or experienced elliptical users.
For those who like a variety in their workouts there are 10 workout programs which 2 can be user defined so you can custom your workout. There's an incline of up to 40 degrees changeable at the touch of the button or within the workout program. The heart rate program monitors your heart rate using the strap which is included with the trainer for very accurate heart rate readouts.
The machine has the fitness club features like a cooling fan, mp3 station, water bottle holder and room to hang a towel to wipe yourself down during those challenging workouts. Overall this trainer is pretty faultless, it's built well and sturdy, it can take the punishment and should give you years of workout use.


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Use these expert tips to treat and camouflage your annoying eye issues the right way
If you pull the skin under your eyes taught and the circles seem to go away, your issue is likely the effect of a shadow. If not, your circles are likely blood vessels. As you age, your skin gets thinner, making red and blue vessels show through. If your circles don't look red and bluish though, pigmentation could be the cause of your circles -- this is most common among Asians and African Americans.
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Photography of Terri Ulbrich at Wheatfield Library through June
From flowers to covered bridges to hot air balloons, Terri Ulbrich sees the beauty in everything around her through the lens of her camera. Family and friends depend on this talented photographer to capture special events on film, and Terri never attends special occasions without bringing her camera along.
The Wheatfield Library is happy to invite our community to enjoy the photography of Terri Ulbrich throughout the months of May and June as a variety of her photography collection is showcased on the library's Art Wall.
Terri, a resident of Hebron, Indiana, is self-taught in the field of photography, and began taking photographs with a Polaroid Camera, graduating to a 35 mm camera when she was in her teens. She takes photos of a variety of subjects, and has now begun working with a digital camera. In 2011, Terri had her first gallery show and continues to enjoy displaying her photography in a variety of venues.
Photography is Terri Ulbrich's passion; don't miss the chance to view the original works of this talented member of our community.
If you have an art or photography collection that you would like to display on the library's Art Wall, contact the Wheatfield Library at 956-3774.


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Mars may be 35 million miles from Earth, but we Minnesotans have a close connection. Parts of the Mars rover, which is sending back all those wonderful pictures, were built right here. At a local machine shop.
It took Andrew Tool and Machining in Plymouth about 18 months to design the processes and manufacture the parts, in an all-out brain-teaser. The shop had to allow for how various metals and designs would perform in zero gravity, at extreme temperatures, and at manufacturing precision of 50 one-millionths of an inch. (A human hair is about 4 one-thousandths of an inch.)
And Andrew, like the many other machine shops in Minnesota, cannot find enough machinists to fill its jobs.
What's going on? Recently there has been a lot of attention paid to the so-called "skills gap." Some reject this idea, countering that it's nothing but a political ploy to suit business. As part of its higher-education reform project, the Citizens League, with which I'm working, was interested in finding out more about this supposed skills gap. We decided to learn more about one corner of this issue -- so I visited a number of machine shops.
I had never before set foot in a machine shop, nor any other manufacturing facility. So let me tell you first how dumbstruck I was, say, on the day I stared at an odd-shaped metal object that fit in the palm of my hand. The center was gouged out, and holes run through it every which way. What was it? A part for a "bionic" leg for returning war veterans who have lost a limb. The holes allow for wiring activated by brain signals, and for gears that allow the leg's mechanical foot to move nearly as smoothly as a flesh-and-blood foot. It, too, is made at Andrew.
There are machine shops sprinkled throughout Minnesota. Most are small and locally owned. But whether you're in Chanhassen or St. Cloud or Alexandria, you notice the same thing when you walk through them. They are clean and well-lit and at a comfortable temperature. They can be noisy, but generally are not. From time to time, workers will be huddled together on a problem, but mostly they work at individual stations, in self-directed and independent work.
Their work is like a 3-D chess game. They must visualize a three-dimensional part from a blueprint and think several steps ahead in order to figure out how to make the part using computerized machining equipment that costs upwards of $350,000.
When you look at parts they are making, you know you are seeing the future. Parts for the telecommunications industry are so small that you feel clumsy trying to pick them up. For agricultural equipment, parts can be so large that a forklift is needed to move them. There are parts for aerospace, medical devices, the military, computing, automobiles and agriculture. The parts feed our entire economy.
So why aren't there enough job candidates? There are a couple of theories. One is that there really isn't a "skills gap" but a "wage gap" -- employers aren't paying enough. That doesn't make much sense, for two reasons.
First, to believe this you'd have to reject the free-market structure that the American economy is built on. Second, machinists make good wages.
The most recent job vacancy survey from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development lists the following hourly median wages: lawyers and judges, $30.77; engineers, $28.8; machinists, $25. Machinists with no experience (or even training) could expect to make $25,000 to $35,000 per year, plus benefits, including health insurance. Expert machinists can earn more than $80,000 a year.
Another theory is that employers are unwilling to train and want to foist that cost off on the public sector. Do we say that about training lawyers? Doctors? A typical path to becoming a machinist is a two-year degree program at a technical college. But interestingly, many manufacturers complain that the skills students are leaving with aren't up to speed with modern-day manufacturing.
Therefore, manufacturers hire in any number of ways. In some cases, where the work is more routine, employers will hire off the street and provide all training. In cases like Andrew's, only experienced machinists are hired.
In either case, employers look for people who display the right interest, aptitude and willingness to learn, because the bulk of the work is learned on the job. Given the speed with which the industry and the products it manufactures change, it is impossible not to continually learn on the job. As one employer said, "The day you think you know it all is the day you should retire."
The more likely theory is that high school students are steered into college and away from the trades; they have no idea that jobs like machining exist. We have archaic notions of manufacturing as dehumanizing mindless work conducted in dark, smelly, noisy, dirty places. We think careers will be short-lived because manufacturing is on its way out. But that, too, is suspect, because much of the manufacturing that remains is skilled work that can't be outsourced to low-skill countries.
Not everyone can be a machinist (nor a dancer, nor a writer, nor an astrophysicist). What's sad is that most high school students are never even given the chance to find out what a machinist is. So maybe it's not a "skills gap" but an "interest gap."
Why should we care? Because students with a passion and aptitude for such work are being steered away. Because research shows that technical training can motivate kids to stay in school and finish their high school diplomas. Because jobs are going unfilled. And because a great deal of innovation comes out of manufacturing, and so it becomes a growth engine for local economies.
As one young machinist said, "I hated high school. I was a fish out of water. But then I was introduced to a machine shop through a local foundation." Today he is part of the team that helps figure out how to create parts for artificial limbs. Who knows what he'll be making tomorrow?
Stacy Becker, of St. Paul, is a public-policy consultant.


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Join the Summit-Lake Dillon Optimist Club for its 40th anniversary celebration
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The Summit-Lake Dillon Optimist Club will turn 40 this year and our members would like to extend an invitation to attend a dinner to celebrate our years of service to the youth of Summit County. The celebration is tonight at Bonnie Q BBQ at 134 Lake Dillon Drive in Dillon (behind the Lake Dillon Theatre).
A buffet will be served at 6 p.m. and the cost is $16 per person. Reservations are required for this important event and you can contact Mark Nunn at (970) 668-3811 for additional info and to reserve a spot.
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We would like to acknowledge the Kaurna people who are the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which Dulwich Centre stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders of the Kaurna Nation, both past and present, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islanders.


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Glenn Carver is the sports director for News Channel 3 and anchors the sports at 6:00 and 10:00 p.m.
He has this philosophy: If you find a job you love, you'll never work a day in your life." Glenn says he s always been a sports fan. Glenn starting doing play-by-play of high school football and basketball games at WQOX-FM radio while attending Kingsbury High. After he moved on to the University of Memphis to work on his degree in broadcast journalism, he began working for News Channel 3 in 1984.
Glenn says he loves all sports, but his favorite is college basketball.
He also grew up a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. While he and his family still follow the Steelers with a passion, he says, "We can't be biased."


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What's the best way to prepare pasta?
In a large pot, boil 4 to 6 quarts of water per pound of pasta. (Adding salt is optional.) Gradually add pasta, stirring to separate it and return to a boil. Boil uncovered, stirring occasionally until desired tenderness. Drain. Serve immediately.
When using cooked pasta in a recipe that requires additional cooking time, like baked tuna noodle casserole or macaroni and cheese, reduce the boiling time by 1 to 2 minutes.
When can I tell my pasta is done?
"Doneness" really depends on your personal preference. Start by checking for doneness at the minimum recommended cooking time on the package. Test by tasting a single piece. Pasta should be "al dente," or tender with a slight bite or firmness.
Are there fool-proof tips for serving perfectly cooked pasta?
For perfectly cooked pasta, follow the tips below.
- Cook the pasta just before serving. Cook just until "al dente," or firm to the tooth.
- Drain immediately. Pasta will continue to cook if left in hot water.
- If pasta must be held before serving, cool it quickly by rinsing with cold water, drain and then toss the pasta with a little oil or butter to keep it from sticking. Reheat in the microwave or by pouring boiling water over the pasta.
- Pasta will absorb the sauce if left standing for even a short period of time. We recommend adding or tossing with the sauce just before serving.
- When cooking pasta for a casserole or other baked dishes, cook it about two minutes less than the minimum cook-time recommended on the package.
- When adding pasta to soup, we recommend cooking it separately, stirring it in just before serving. (Note: pasta will continue to cook if left standing in hot soup.)
Can pasta be cooked in the microwave?
Unless it's a pasta product specifically developed for the microwave, cooking pasta in a microwave is not recommended. Traditional pasta must be cooked in boiling water. The microwave isn't suitable for boiling large quantities of water.
What's the best way to reheat pasta?
Cooked pasta can be reheated in the microwave or in boiling water.
Toss cooked pasta with sauce in a microwave safe bowl, then cover and microwave on high power for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through. Stir once or twice while heating.
Hot water:
Place cooked pasta in a colander and pour hot or boiling water over it. Or place the pasta in a colander and immerse it in a pot of boiling water for a few moments.
Do lasagna noodles need to be cooked before using?
Yes, lasagna noodles normally must be cooked before layering the lasagna, unless it is a specially developed recipe for uncooked noodles. These recipes typically contain extra liquid to rehydrate the noodles during baking.
Are all the Heartland Pasta shapes interchangeable in recipes?
Pasta shapes can certainly be interchanged. However, the "right" pasta shape can complement a particular sauce and enhances the taste and appearance of the finished dish.


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Qty of (2) - 8.5" by 13.5" ht. Silhouette Targets - AR500 Steel
Mounting hole option fits 1/2" carriage bolt
This target is shipped unfinished.
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Can I order my own custom designed AR500 steel targets?
Yes, creating custom shooting targets is our specialty! Contact us directly at email@example.com or Ph: 616-402-5324. We can work from CAD drawings, a hand drawn sketch or even a picture. We can help to create your ideas!
AR500 steel targets vs. paper targets?
Paper targets are great when shooting groups for accuracy, such as when ammo load testing, and also for keeping a data record of the group results.
AR500 steel targets are great for doing quick reactive shooting drills, long distance shooting or just for general plinking. The best part of shooting steel targets is the instant audible and visual feedback when getting rounds on the target!
Is there a "best" way to mount AR500 steel targets?
Typically hanging/suspending targets or having the target loosely mounted on the target stand will allow the most audible ring and visual movement when hit. A target that is mounted with no ability to move will just make a dull thud noise and have minimal visual feedback.
What is a safe distance to shoot AR500 steel targets with a handgun?
When shooting handguns at AR500 steel targets, 15 to 20 yards for handguns is a good starting distance. Reducing the chances of a ricochet is key! Factors to consider, making sure the target is angled away from the shooter towards the ground and that the face of the target is smooth and flat and not dimpled or cratered.
What is a safe distance to shoot AR500 steel targets with a rifle?
A general guide is to keep the targets at a distance where the bullet velocity is below 3000 FPS. Fast moving bullets will destroy your targets!
Reducing the chances of ricochet is key! Factors to consider, making sure the target is angled away from the shooter towards the ground and that the face of the target is smooth and flat and not dimpled or cratered.
What kind of ammunition should I shoot at my AR500 steel targets?
Frangible ammo or copper jacketed ammo is good to use, never shoot AP ammo or steel core ammunition!
What kind of steel should I purchase for my targets?
For a combination of rifle, shotgun or handgun, choose AR500 for steel targets. AR500 is very durable when used for target shooting. AR500 has a Brinell hardness range of 477-555 BHN. In comparison, normal mild steel plate is A36. This is a non heat treated, low carbon steel, the hardness of A36 steel is about 150-180 Brinell.
Do you sell locally? Can I stop by to pickup targets in Grand Rapids, MI.?
We sure do! If you would like to do a local pickup and save on shipping costs, contact us directly at email@example.com or Ph: 616-402-5324. Typical turnaround time is usually day, large orders may take longer.
What's the difference between GongShot.com and the other companies selling targets online?
The biggest difference is how the steel targets are cut. We cut all our steel targets in house with our own waterjet cutting machine. Cutting methods like plasma or torch and laser cutting create a H.A.Z. With waterjet the absence of a heat affected zone, means the AR500 steel material properties are unaffected and the targets are not subject to weakened areas around the cut edges or holes.
Where are your AR500 steel targets and targets stands made?
All of our targets stands and AR 500 steel targets are made in Grand Rapids, MI. U.S.A.
Always wear your eye protection and follow these gun safety rules!
1. All guns are always loaded!
2. Never let the muzzle sweep anything you are not willing to destroy.
3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target.
4. Always be sure of your target and what is behind it.


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Bono salutes military heroes in D.C.
WASHINGTON — With bustling Constitution Avenue and the Washington Monument as a backdrop, Tina Brown, editor in chief of Newsweek and The Daily Beast, kicked off her first annual Hero Summit Wednesday night at the United States Institute of Peace.
The goal of the summit, Brown said, is to bring together military heroes and exceptional civilians for meaningful dialogues and information-sharing.
"I do feel there is this disconnect between those who've served and those who haven't that keeps coming up in discussion. When you talk to people in military, there's a sort of quiet rage about that," she said. "They feel they have so much to talk about and so much to offer, but they're not really being heard and everyone just doesn't get it."
One of the exceptional civilians Brown invited to contribute to the evening was U2 frontman and celebrity activist Bono, who during the Hero Summit dinner, interviewed his hero, New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof.
"He's one-of-a-kind," Bono gushed of Kristof. "He's a journalist who became an activist; I'm a songwriter who became an activist. … Nick actually follows through on every article. … So, he's an activist par excellence who does two jobs now, and I'm attracted to ambidextrous folks."
The Irish rocker also spent his time in D.C. on Capitol Hill and meeting with the World Bank to talk about the U.S. economy and its potential impact on an issue near and dear to him: HIV/AIDS research.
"You're all talking about driving off the fiscal cliff, as well as causing chaos in the United States economy. The sequestering that would follow that would absolutely destroy countless human lives," Bono said. "We've estimated just in HIV/AIDS alone, that 270,000 people would lose their chance to go on (antiretroviral drugs)."
Bono was front and center at the Hero Summit dinner, which featured what Brown billed as a "theatrical-journalism event" during which heroes were interviewed live in front of the gathered audience.
Veteran PBS journalist Charlie Rose chatted with Admiral William McRaven, who led the fatal raid on Osama bin Laden last spring and ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz questioned the medevac helicopter unit of Dustoff 73, which rescued wounded U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan during a 60-hour mission last summer.
Bono praised Kristof onstage for his Pulitzer Prize-winning work all over the world giving voice to the voiceless and highlighting the struggles of the poor and enslaved through his writing.
"I was very surprised when he said Nicholas Kristof," Brown said of Bono's choice of hero. "I thought he was going to say somebody like Nelson Mandela. By the way, that was the easiest 'Yes' I've ever got. 'Dear Nick, would you mind on the 14th of November having Bono bring you onstage as his hero?' Within about 20 seconds, it was like, 'Uh, I think I'm free!'"
The Hero Summit continues Thursday with discussions including screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, Madeleine Albright and Wolf Blitzer.


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An Afghan Army soldier runs outside the Afghan Defense Ministry after a suicide bomber on a bicycle struck outside the ministry, killing at least nine Afghan civilians as U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel visited Kabul, Afghanistan, Saturday, March 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A suicide bomber on a bicycle struck outside the Afghan Defense Ministry on Saturday, one of two attacks that killed at least 18 people as U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel visited the nation, officials said.
Nine people were killed in the bombing at the ministry, a fresh reminder that insurgents continue to fight and challenges remain as the U.S.-led NATO force hands over the country's security to the Afghans.
About a half hour later, another suicide bomber attacked a police checkpoint in Khost, the capital of Khost province in eastern Afghanistan. An Afghan policeman and eight civilians, who were mostly children, died in that blast, said provincial spokesman Baryalai Wakman.
"We are still at war," Hagel said after he arrived on Friday, the same day that three men wearing Afghan army uniforms and driving an Afghan army vehicle forced their way onto a U.S. base in eastern Afghanistan and opened fire, killing one civilian contractor and wounding other U.S. troops.
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the morning attack at the ministry, saying it was meant to send a signal to the U.S. defense chief. "This attack was a message to him," Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid said in an email to reporters.
Pentagon spokesman George Little said Hagel was in a briefing at a U.S.-led military coalition facility in another part of the city when the explosion occurred. He said the briefing continued without interruption.
Afghan Defense Ministry spokesman Gen. Mohammad Zahir Azimi said the bomber on a bicycle struck just before 9 a.m. local time about 30 meters (yards) from the main gate of the ministry.
A man at the scene, Abdul Ghafoor, said the blast rocked the entire area.
"I saw dead bodies and wounded victims lying everywhere," Ghafoor told AP Television News. "Then random shooting started and we escaped from the area."
The ministry said at least nine civilians were killed and others were wounded.
Reporters traveling with Hagel were in a briefing when they heard the explosion. They were moved to a lower floor of the same building as U.S. facilities in downtown Kabul were locked down as a security precaution.
Associated Press writers Lolita C. Baldor and Heidi Vogt contributed to this report from Kabul.


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Filmmaker Ryan Herring is growing pot in an effort to boost his production company.
Herring, 35, and his wife, Molly, 31, have been growing marijuana for recreational use since receiving the state's approval to do so April 8.
The hope, Herring said, is that the marijuana business, Peninsula Cannabis, eventually will produce enough money to expand his Creative Media Productions film business.
"That's the plan, or I guess I should say that's the dream," he said.
Last year, Herring screened a pilot in Port Angeles for "The Olympians," a series he co-wrote and directed. The show didn't get picked up.
"I kind of underestimated how much it takes to take something like that and turn it into an actual series," he said.
"Independent filmmaking is not a cash cow," said Molly Herring. "It's a passion, or I guess more like an addiction."
Without the millions of dollars required to launch such a series, and not wanting to surrender his vision to Hollywood executives, the Herrings hope their new business will fund his efforts.
"If you look at what Francis Ford Coppola did in the '90s, he started his own wine company down in California and said he's going to use it to fund his own projects, and now he's done that; him and his daughter," Ryan Herring said. "I don't see any reason this can't be the same sort of thing."
Growing marijuana in an old United Rentals warehouse in east Port Angeles, Peninsula Cannabis is the second marijuana business licensed by the Liquor Control Board on the Peninsula.
Thomas Ash began production at his Tropic Grow operation in a barn in Dungeness on April 1.
The companies are among the 12 growers and 10 processors statewide who have been permitted so far.
The Herrings said the United Rentals site fit their needs perfectly, as it came with such built-in security features as a chain-link barbed-wire fence surrounding the warehouse.
Not only do they hope marijuana revenues will fund feature productions, but the Herrings also plan to produce a Web series about their operation called Pen Canna TV.
"It's a chance to document the start of this industry," Herring said. "As a filmmaker, I guess I feel I owe that to history."
As for "The Olympians," he has entered the pilot in some contests and is reworking the show to be presented as a series of short episodes.
"We're trying to rebrand it as a Web series," he said. "Hopefully, that will be the thing that drives it to a point that somebody sees it and sees the story and decides to pick it up."
Their Tier 2 producer license allows the Herrings to grow up to 6,334 square feet of marijuana plants.
Right now, 13 strains are growing. They have 52 varieties in a seed bank that they plan to eventually grow.
Many of those are bred from seeds of marijuana that grows wild in tropical regions, they said.
By the first harvest in July, the Herrings expect to have as many as three dozen strains ready to hit the shelves.
The state will hold lotteries late this month to award licenses for retail marijuana stores, with results posted to the state website at liq.wa.gov on May 2 and the first sales expected in July.
Ten stores will be allowed on the Peninsula. Clallam County has been allotted six — two in Port Angeles, one in Sequim and three anywhere else — while Jefferson County has been allowed four — one in Port Townsend and three anywhere else.
Peninsula Cannabis' crop comes from the medical marijuana garden the Herrings grew for Molly's medical marijuana prescription.
The Herrings also plan to produce a "flashback series" of marijuana varieties that were popular in the 1960s and '70s to appeal to what they see as a likely market in the baby boom generation.
"The thought is that would provide some name recognition for boomers who can pick up a pack of Maui Waui or Thai Stick and say, 'I remember that from when I was a kid,'" Herring said.
There is no limit on the number of growers or processors that will be licensed, though statewide production has been capped.
Clallam County still has 48 producer, 28 processor and 33 retail applications pending. Jefferson County has 25 producer, 27 processor and 17 retail applications pending.


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It's never too soon to start teaching teens the value of a dollar. Follow these tips, and your kids will score high when it comes to managing their finances.
A funny thing happened amid the fallout from the economic downturn: Kids became more money smart while moms and dads buried their heads in the sand.
According to recent surveys, 71% of children between 6 and 16 say they know how bad the financial crisis is; however, less than 40% of parents have turned it into a teachable moment by driving home some timely lessons on dollars and sense.
"Studies show that most parents don't talk to their kids about money nearly enough," says Beth Kobliner, author of Get a Financial Life (Fireside Press). She's also a co-commentator, with daughter Rebecca, 15, on the public radio show Marketplace Money, where the pair have discussed everything from negotiating allowances to setting credit card limits. "Money is no different from sex and drugs—it's something kids should learn from their parents," says Kobliner, adding that those who do are far less likely to spend irresponsibly or end up in debt as adults.
"You're also teaching them bigger concepts—how to make smart choices, delay gratification and have over the long term—that will last a lifetime." Here, some ways to get the conversation going.
1. "Like most families, we have to watch what we spend and stick to a budget. I'd like to tell you more about ours."
Beginning at around age 8, children begin to understand that their parents really aren't made of money. Explaining the basics of your household budget instantly helps them grasp just how much goes toward necessities—the mortgage, groceries, gas and clothing—and how little is left for luxuries. You'll be on firmer ground the next time you say no to the latest toy or tech gadget they ask for, and your decisions will no longer seem random, but part of an overall plan. "You don't have to share specific dollar amounts for income or spending," says Kobliner.
2. "You've been getting an allowance for a while. I want to be sure you're not only spending wisely, but also saving and giving to others."
As soon as kids start earning money, it's time they learn a little fiscal responsibility. Experts recommend that parents encourage children to divide their earnings into three categories: one-third for using as they please, one-third for a savings account, and the rest for charity. Once they're in middle school and making purchases on their own, kids need adult guidance on spending. "At this age they become outrageously brand-conscious and face an enormous amount of peer pressure to have just the right cell phone or clothing label—no matter what the price," says Linda Sherry, director of National Priorities for Consumer Action, a San Francisco-based education and advocacy group.
She suggests telling your tween to wait a day or two before buying something trendy; she may well realize she can live without another Aeropostale shirt, and the urge to splurge will pass. Another strategy is to have her make a list of pros and cons of the item before forking over her hard-earned cash. She still wants it? Go online and show her how to comparison shop. Kids love scoring a good deal but often don't have the patience or know-how to scout out the best buy. "You want to give your tweens freedom with their money," says Sherry, "but you also want to help them make smart decisions along the way."
3. "I think you're ready for a debit card. Here's how it works."
Plastic is an indispensable part of your child's money education. Bill Hardekopf, founder and CEO of the credit card information website Lowcards.com, says a good first step is giving your tween an ATM card tied to his savings account. He can draw from funds he's stashed himself (from his allowance, birthday and Christmas presents, etc.) or from deposits you've made for essentials like school clothes or sporting goods. "Debit cards teach kids how to spend responsibly," says Hardekopf. If your tween splurges on, say, a new video game and doesn't have enough for new sneakers, that's his mistake—and he'll learn from it. Plus, you can track his purchases online and steer him back in the right direction whenever he veers off course.
Make sure to opt out of any automatic overdraft protection programs—and turn that into a teachable moment as well. Explain to your child that drawing on funds you don't have is the same as borrowing from the bank, and that the interest rates are sky high. Having purchases denied at the cash register will drive home the point that he has to stick to a budget. Hardekopf and other experts also advise steering clear of prepaid debit cards—especially those marketed directly to kids—that require you to deposit a certain dollar amount. The high application, monthly maintenance, deposit and transaction fees quickly add up, and simply aren't worth the cost.
4. "Here's your first credit card—congratulations! Now I'm going to spell out the rules and your responsibilities."
By the time your child is a junior or senior in high school, you may want her or him to understand how credit really works—including interest rate hikes, teaser rates and other tricks banks and some issuers use to milk you of your money. The Credit Card Act of 2009 eliminates some of the worst abuses, but there is still a lot for teens to learn. "Sit down and show your teen your own credit card bill so you can point out everything from grace periods to minimum payments," suggests Hardekopf. If she's been managing her debit card well, go ahead and make her an authorized user on your credit card account, but only for purchases you've preapproved or in case of emergency. Continue to go over your monthly statements together, making clear that if she runs up charges she shouldn't, you'll ask her to return the items or you'll take the card away.
5. "Do you know how much college costs? Let's talk about how we're going to pay for it—and what we can afford."
It's a good idea to start this conversation as early as middle school. No need to get into dollar figures at first—let's face it, those numbers are scary no matter what your age. But you should plant the seed that college is a major investment and that most families have to borrow money for it. Later, when your child is in high school, you can take a look at specific institutions and tuition costs, then talk about how that fits in with your income and savings. "Be clear about what you can realistically afford and how much she'd have to take out in student loans," says Kalman Chany, author of Paying for College Without Going Broke (Princeton Review). "Better to be brutally honest, even if it means lowering expectations, than to disappoint your child when the acceptance letter comes in." Remind your teen that there are other options, like going to a state college or living at home while attending a nearby university. And stress the importance of taking on summer jobs, especially now: The amount of money a student can earn before it is counted against you for financial aid requests will gradually increase over the next four years, from $3,000 to $6,000. "That change makes student earning more important than ever," says Chany.
When a Parent Loses a Job
It's natural to want to protect children from worries about layoffs. But if you fear that you or your spouse is at risk, chances are they've already sensed it. Being honest about your circumstances is the best way to help them cope, say experts. Let them know that traveling, eating out and even new jeans are luxuries that are temporarily suspended, and ask that they pitch in by bringing lunch to school, suggests Linda Sherry. If cutting back isn't enough and you're getting help from relatives, it's okay to tell your kids so they'll know you aren't alone during this tough time. But if you're facing severe setbacks, like losing your home or moving out of state for job opportunities, don't say anything until you're certain a change is taking place, advises Jean Chatzky, author of Not Your Parents' Money Book (Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing). Whatever the circumstances, be sure to offer constant reassurance. "It sounds obvious, but kids do imagine the worst," says Beth Kobliner. "Let them know that no matter what happens, you'll be there for them."
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Some time ago I sent Winston on an extended holiday in sunnier climes and moved on to another blog and venture at From the Purl Side where I have been blogging on my knitting adventures.
I thought I would just let any of you still following along over here that I have just launched my new shop Kettle Yarn Co. on etsy, selling hand dyed and painted luxury yarns!
For the grand opening I am offering 10% off your first purchase for signing up to the mailing list. Details on how to sign up for the discount at the shop and on the blog.
Kettle Yarn Co. is all about quality yarns in stunning colours that stand up to everyday wear and tear. We've worked hard to find hardwearing yarn in luxuriously soft blends that will be gentle enough for the most sensitive skins, while still standing the test of time.
Our yarn bases are carefully sourced from ethical British mills to ensure animal welfare and support the British Wool Industry. We use mild, vinegar-set dyes that are colourfast and aim to exhaust all dyes in every dye bath to reduce any negative impact on the environment. All products are also chemical fragrance-free, so the only smell you'll find is sheepy goodness!
These glorious yarns are then lovingly kettle dyed in small batches by hand to get a subtle depth of colour for people as crazy about luscious colour as we are. Our semi-solid colourways have been developed to highlight and enhance your hard work… and you!
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Twisted Metal is a mission in Grand Theft Auto Advance, given to protagonist Mike by explosives expert 8-Ball from his home/bomb shop in Harwood (incorrectly called Portland Beach) on Portland Island, Liberty City.
Mike drops by 8-Balls to see if he has an idea who killed Vinnie but is told that they need to get rid of the body. 8-Ball tells Mike to take the car with Vinnie's body to the Harwood Autocrusher and Junkyard as they do not ask questions. Mike drives the car to Harwood Autocrusher and Junkyard and watches at the car with Vinnie's corpse inside is crushed.
8-Ball: We need to get rid of the body fast. I know the fellows at the junkyard and they won't ask any questions. I've got a junker outside that you can use. It'd be fitting if you buried him in it. I've put the body in the trunk so you take care of the rest.
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NEW YORK (AP) — J.C. Penney Co. reported a bigger-than-expected loss in the third quarter on plummeting sales as customers continue to reject its move get rid of blockbuster sales in favor of everyday low pricing.
Friday's report marks the third consecutive quarter of losses and steep sales declines since the mid-priced department store chain get rid of hundreds of sales it used to offer each year and instead cut prices permanently about 40 percent throughout the store. It's a big blow to Penney, which has suffered in recent years as it's failed to keep its stores fresh and its core middle-income shoppers have been hard hit by the weak economy.
The results underscore the challenges Penney's CEO Ron Johnson, the former Apple Inc. executive who came on board a year ago, faces as he tries to change the behavior of shoppers who have grown accustomed in to seeing sales signs of up to 70 percent off. Under Johnson, Penney has been changing everything from its merchandise to its stores. But the centerpiece of his strategy has been to tweak pricing, with the goal of weaning deal-addicted customers off of the kind of heavy discounting that eats away at a retailer's profits.
But customers have not embraced Penney's pricing plan, which it rolled out on Feb. 1. The company has reported mounting losses and sales declines. Investors have sent its shares down nearly 40 percent this year. And critics are questioning whether the chain will ever regain its footing.
Penney, which has acknowledged that it made some mistakes, has done some tweaking. The Plano, Tex.-based company made some adjustments to its pricing in August, just six months after it rolled the plan out. And the company has been changing its advertising to better communicate the plan to customers.
The retailer also has been remaking its stores. It's adding 10 mini-shops with various designers within in stores. The company plans to add 100 shops inside 700 of its 1,100 stores by late 2014. The remaining 400 stores are in small towns and won't feature the full makeover.
Surrounding those shops will be extra-wide aisles that Johnson calls "streets." Along those pathways will be ice cream and coffee bars and wood tables with built-in iPad tablet computers shoppers can use. In the middle of it all, a Town Square will offer activities like Pilates.
Johnson said in September that he's encouraged by sales at the new shops, which are faring better than the rest of the stores.
But Penney still has a long way to go toward revamping its business. The chain said Friday that it lost 56 cents per share, or $123 million in the quarter ended Oct. 27. That compares with a loss of $143 million, or 67 cents per share, in the year ago period. Revenue dropped 26.6 percent to $2.93 billion in the quarter.
Analysts had expected a 15 cent loss on revenue of $3.27 billion.
Revenue at stores opened at least a year dropped 26.1 percent. Analysts expected a 17.6 percent drop. During the first quarter, that measure dropped 18.9 percent, while during the second quarter, it fell 21.7 percent.
On the news of the poor results, Penney shares fell $1.59, or 7.3 percent, to $20.10 in premarket trading on Friday.
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Heading out of Cusco and bound for the Sacred Valley on our private coach, this is where our journey into the ruins and mystique of this land truly begins. But first, llamas. An iconic symbol of Peru, we'll be stopping off at a llama farm to show some love to these furry favourites up close, and we're talking the whole humpback family – llamas, vicuna and alpacas. #llamaselfie achieved, we'll then stop off to witness the ancient Incan art of weaving in practise by a group of talented local artisans. Throughout the journey, play close attention to your surrounds – there's the chance to spot the Incan farming technique of terracing, as well as the 'salineras' (salt mines). Want to know what the Peruvians do for fun? You'll get the chance to play the traditional game of "Sapo", and exactly what that entails we'll leave to the imagination… Our explorations of the Sacred Valley will begin with a guided tour of the Pisac and Ollantaytambo ruins. Our Local Guide will give you the d-l on both, visiting the circular terraced Pisac ruins first which date back to the 1400's. Moving on to Ollantaytambo, base camp for those taking the trek tomorrow, we'll appease dry mouths with some homemade Chica de Jora brew. This tiny town may be small in geographical terms, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in attitude, with artisan shops and cafes spilling out onto streets, and the roaring Urubamba river providing the perfect natural background noise. For those embarking on the Inca trail tomorrow this is your final chance to stock up on last minute essentials (socks, socks and more socks). For all others, spend your time soaking in the vibes, hanging with other travellers and just getting a feel for this iconic little town.
Day 3
Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes or Inca Trail Trek
For those embarking on our epic 1 day trek, we'll catch the train to KM104 and the start of a day to remember. With just 3.5 hours on foot and 6-kilometres to cover, the enchanting site that awaits us will make it all worthwhile. Descending into the site we'll take in Wayana Picchu 'Little peak' – the iconic peak you'll have seen in every picture ever – marvelling at the incredible handiwork of the ancient Incas. Satisfaction levels at an all-time high and with a big ol' smile on your tired face, we'll head back to Aguas Calientes and a squishy hotel bed you couldn't be more deserving of. For those not embarking on the Inca Trail,the morning is yours to enjoythe surrounding lush mountains of Aguas Calientes.Can you feel the excitement mounting? Yep – those are pretty much the feels when Machu Picchu is quite literally on the horizon. This afternoon we'll hop on the train to Aguas Calientes, a cute town in its own right complete with roaring river, quaint bridges and local haunts, but most famously known as the gateway town to Machu Picchu. We'll meet up with those who opted for the one day trek, and basically spend the evening hyping each other up for what's to come tomorrow.
Day 4
Machu Picchu to Cusco
Excitement levels at an all-time high, the day we've all been waiting for is finally here – it's Machu Picchu time! Built around 1450 at the height of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the new world. We'll be treated to a guided tour of the site taking in such wonders as the Temple of the Three Windows and Wayana Picchu (the peak you'll of seen in every Machu Picchu image ever), and of course you'll have some alone time to explore the area as only you can do. This is one big old tick off the life goals list, so enjoy every single second of it.Back on the train we'll de-brief on our once-in-a-lifetime experience as we head back to Cusco. Last time round was all about getting acquainted with the city, so now you've got you're bearings you can really get lost amongst the market stalls and cobbled streets, maybe even going truly local by trying out a serving of cuy.
Day 5
The last few days have been pretty full on, so today is all about seeking out some much needed r'n'r. Grab a lie in at the hotel then sip fresh mountain coffee in the Plaza de Armas, or maybe take a stroll around town to pick up an alpaca sweater or ten (they are super snuggly). Can't shake that taste for adventure? We hear you.
Day 6
Cusco to Jungle Lodge
Saying a final farewell to Cusco, we'll hop on our included flight over the Andes to the city of Puerto Maldonado. With the sound of macaws and toucans welcoming us in, this can only mean one thing…it's jungle time.A quick tour of the city will reveal colourful fruit stalls, open air markets and locals going about their day. But now we're back underway and we just want to get to the jungle…What's accessible only by boat, is made from wood and clay and surrounded by the sounds and colours of nature? Answer – our rainforest lodge, your blissful home for the night. We'll work up a pre-dinner appetite by hiking to the canopy tower, then after a tasty home-cooked dinner continue our outdoor pursuits by heading out to spot caimans – a member of the alligator family native to the Amazon. Tonight promises to be one for the story bank as you fall asleep in your open-walled room to the exotic sounds of the surrounding jungle.
Day 7
Jungle Lodge to Puerto Maldonado
If the vibrant morning song of the jungle birds hasn't roused you early doors, the prospect of the Tres Chimadas lake teeming with wildlife will. Our morning catamaran cruise will have us spotting prehistoric hoatzin birds and giant river otters. Satisfaction levels on high, the rest of the afternoon is all yours – canopy climbing or kayaking ticking any of the boxes?Tired and hungry after another adventure filled day, we'll head back to Puerto Maldonado to make camp for the night. After such an epic day of jungle antics, we're guessing a good night's sleep and some sweet group hangs are pretty high on the agenda.
Day 8
Puerto Maldonado to Lima
Today marks our last day in Peru before heading east to Argentina and Brazil, so how better to spend it than one last night in the city where it all began – Lima. Options for your free evening in Lima are varied and endless. Maybe make for the trendy district of Miraflores, hang in Parque Kennedy or opt for one last plate of fresh to death ceviche in the city its best known for. One things for sure, we know you'll be toasting your Peruvian leg with a final pisco sour, as tomorrow the nectar takes a decidedly red and rich turn as we enter Argentina.
Day 9
Lima to Buenos Aires
Who's ready for a new country? That's right globe trotters, we're up, up and away again this morning (how many included flights is that now?) in the direction of the Country of Seven Continents. Everything about Argentina gives us the tingles, and we know you're going to love it just as much as we do. But enough waving lyrical, we've got a new city to conquer…South America's most cosmopolitan city will spread out before us like a treasure box waiting to be opened as we descend on Buenos Aires, and with 4 nights to spend in the Argentinian capital damn right those are excitement butterflies in your stomach. If the 4.5 hour flight zonked you a bit (just be glad you didn't do it overland) maybe keep it chilled in the afternoon, but for the balls of energy amongst you we've got plenty to keep you entertained. Want to dive straight in to the Argentine food scene? An optional Parilla tour will get you down and dirty with the good stuff, namely beer, pastries, steak, wine and ice cream. Tonight we'll take it easy, ready for a big ol' day of culture tomorrow.
Day 10
Buenos Aires
Well good morning Buenos Aires – who's ready to go conquer this magnificent city? We'll get you straight into the hustle of BA with a city tour of the best bits, we're talking colonial mansions, the colourful neighbourhood of La Boca, the historic meets cosmopolitan vibes of Puerto Madero and San Telmo and more, all the while learning about the historic figures who made this city what it is today. Just hold back some of that new city energy for tonight. Oh yes, we've got a traditional tango show served over Argentine wine and melt in the mouth food on offer, and we know deep down you've got the moves…
Day 11
Buenos Aires
After our city tour yesterday, we'll be feeling pretty acquainted with BA and ready to dive in and explore for ourselves. A good job really, as the next two days are yours to write your very own Buenos Aires love story. So, what to do? How about taste testing the traditional creamy cookies (alfajores), or scouting for antiques in the district of San Telmo. Feel like getting a little more active? One word – polo. The national sport of Argentina, polo is a pretty big deal, so here's your chance to discover it for yourself. Catch a game, refuel over a tasty BBQ lunch, then jump on horseback and take tips from the pros. That might just be another big ol' tick off that ever growing bucket list.
Day 12
Buenos Aires
Today is our last full day in Buenos Aires so time to really make it count. Ask your Trip Manager for any must do activities to tick off the list…or just a killer spot to sink a few café con leche and watch the city go by (we love the historic Café Tortoni). Tonight, why not make it all about the belly with our optional culinary experience. You'll get the chance to make your very own empanadas from scratch, cook an Argentine steak perfectly to your liking, and devour yet more of those tasty little alfajores. And the wine? Well that will just keep on flowing, naturally…
Day 13
Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls
Rise and shine Latin adventurers, we've got yet another included flight to catch – Brazil bound…Landing in Puerto Iguazu we'll hop over the border and dig or toes into Brazilian soil for the first time, clapping eyes on yet another astounding natural wonder. Listen out for all those oohhs and aahhs. A collection of 275 individual waterfalls, Iguassu Falls sprawls both Brazil and Argentina, with both sides offering up stunning UNESCO World Heritage parks and views. Today though, is all about the Brazilian side, and what better way to see the falls from every angle than with an optional helicopter ride, taking the term 'birds eye view' to a whole new level. Go on – treat yo' self! For those keeping feet on the ground, take your time exploring the Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, then tonight we'll pencil in some group hangs over caipirinha's to debrief yet another action packed day.
Day 14
Iguassu Falls
Iguassu we're not done with you yet! Yesterday was all about the Brazilian side, but today we're hopping back over to Argentina to see what the deal is from this side of the falls. We'll take a hike to the very edge of Devil's Throat, the highest of the 275 falls, and for those keen there's even the option to take to the water with a speed boat ride through the spray of the falls. Refreshing? Oh you could say that…With a full day spent here, take your time exploring, trying to figure out the age old debate – which side wears it better? Tonight, dinners packing a serious punch – we'll be treating you to an authentic Brazilian BBQ dinner. Say hello to the meat sweats…
Day 15
Iguassu Falls to Rio
Catch you later Iguassu – Rio, we're coming in hot…If Rio knows one thing, it's how to p-a-r-t-y, so having fun in this life loving city is already a given. But first things first – let's get acquainted with our surroundings a little better. After a quick orientation tour, the afternoon is then yours to explore as you please, though given our hotel's beachfront location, we reckon you'll only have one thing on your mind.
Day 16
Rio De Janerio
Ready for another New Wonder of the World? Today will kick off with a visit to perhaps South America's biggest icon – the Christ the Redeemer statue. Standing at an impressive 30m high (that's 98ft) this religious monument casts an almighty shadow over the city below, and will be a moment you won't be forgetting any time soon. Back in the city, the choice is yours as to how the rest of the day goes. Kick back on Copacabana amidst the football players and Capoeira masters, or maybe you'd prefer to ascend the 396 metres of Sugarloaf Mountain, or party Favela style with the locals. Tonight we've got yet another foodie experience to tempt you with, taking Brazilian BBQ to a whole new level of meat indulgence. Let's do this!
Day 17
Rio De Janerio
Excuse us while we cry into our caipirinhas – today is our last full day on tour. Sob. But before the emotions run too high, let's make sure we see it out with a bang, Rio style. So, what have we got to tempt you with today? How's about a boat cruise overflowing with cocktails and good times, or maybe go hand-gliding over the city to catch it in all its scenic glory. If those sweet Brazilian rays are calling you (or perhaps just the gorgeous bods in teeny tiny swimwear), opt to spend your last day kicking it on the beach, capirinha in hand of course. However you want to see out your trip, your Trip Manager is there to make it happen (and that includes watching the masters of football do it like no one else can, if a game's in town). Tonight's your last one with your Latin family, so make it one to remember…
Day 18
Rio De Janerio
The time has almost come, but not before getting one last little slice of Rio with a favela tour this morning, getting a glimpse into the shanty town life of the city. The favelas are home to literally millions of Rio locals, and dot the surrounding hillside far into the distance. Back at the hotel, this adventure of epic proportion will finally come to an end. Hug it out with the new friends you now class as family, and damn right you're already on those reunion tour plans. Europe next summer, anyone?
- City Walking Tour
- Visit San Blas Koricancha and San Pedro Market
- Entry into the Sacred Valley and Pisac ruins
- Visit Llama Farm
- Entry into Machu Picchu Sanctuary
- Included flight to Puerto Maldonado
- Locally guided jungle catamaran cruise
- Included Flight to Lima
- Included flight to Buenos Aires
- City sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires
- Tango show, lesson, dinner and wine tasting
- Included Flight
- See the Devils Throat
- Taste delicious Brazilian BBQ
- Visit Iguassu National Park ARG side
- Included flight to Rio de Janeiro
- Visit Christ the Redeemer statue
- Favela tour
- Corcovado (Christ the Redeemer)
- Rio Cruise
- Favela tour
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Q: My pond is spring fed, so I don't need an aerator, right?
Charles – Wadsworth, OH
A: Great question! First off, let's tell the folks at home the differences between a catch basin pond and a spring-fed pond.
A catch basin pond is a reservoir filled with precipitation runoff—and pollution, in some cases—from the surrounding area. A spring-fed pond, however, is fed by a spring or ground water, which keeps the pond full. If you have cold areas of water in your pond, that could indicate that you have a spring-fed pond.
As the fresh water flows into the lake or pond from the underground aquifer, the water does move somewhat. But it doesn't keep it agitated enough to naturally aerate it and maintain good water quality.
Preventing Thermocline
Whether you have a spring-fed or catch basin lake or pond, it's critical to keep the water aerated. Why? Because doing so prevents thermocline, which is when the water forms layers, or stratifies, depending on the water temperature.
During the summer in a pond that's not properly aerated, the water at the top is warmer and full of oxygen while the deeper water remains cooler and nutrient-rich. This phenomenon causes the fish to hang out at the pond's surface. As the seasons change, however, the pond water does a "turnover," which is where the warmer, oxygen-rich water sinks and the cooler, oxygen-depleted water to rise—leaving your fish gasping for breath.
Aerating Your Spring-Fed Pond
Obviously, you don't want that to happen! So you should aerate your pond, even if it's spring-fed. The action created by an aeration system, such as the Airmax® Pond Series™ Aeration System and the Airmax® Shallow Water Aeration System, effectively moves the water and causes the shallow and the deep water to mix. The Deep Water Aeration System is powerful enough to aerate ponds up to 3 acres and can be adapted to fit any shaped pond. The Shallow Water Aeration System is ideal for shallow lakes or ponds that require multiple aeration plates due to depth restrictions.
The result: oxygen is spread throughout the water column while dangerous gasses, like ammonia, are released at the water's surface—and that means happy fish, good water quality and a healthy lake.
Pond Talk: Would you prefer to have a spring-fed or a catch-basin pond on your property?
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It's going to be awhile before James Bond's 24th mission hits theaters.
MGM, the studio which distributes the 50-year-old franchise, said it hopes to release the next installment within three years, which means 007 fans eager to see Daniel Craig kick butt on the big screen will have to wait until 2016 or so.
Luckily, the gap won't be as long as the four-year break the series took between 2008's "Quantum of Solace" and last November's "Skyfall"--a hiatus largely thanks to the financial meltdown of MGM, which went through a restructuring after having to declare bankruptcy.
"Skyfall" director Sam Mendes turns down next James Bond movie
Per Reuters, the company's new honcho, Gary Barber, told investors in a conference call that MGM and Bond's longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson have already engaged Oscar-nominated scribe John Logan ("Gladiator," "The Aviator") to pen the new adventure. They're also actively searching for a director after "Skyfall" helmer Sam Mendes passed on the follow up (and fellow British filmmaker Danny Boyle has already taken himself out of the running).
"We are very excited about the franchise; we look forward to announcing a director soon," Barber said. "We are currently developing the screenplay and working with our partners...We are hoping within the next three years it will be released."
Craig is signed for two more Bond pictures, but the production lag means he will be 48 the next time he dons the tuxedo. That's approximately the age former Bond Roger Moore was when he made "The Man With the Golden Gun."
Of course, Moore did go on to make five more James Bond films so Daniel's got plenty of time yet.
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SL-D701, Slit lamp
Short descriptionThe SL-D701 is a digital slit lamp which can be used with conventional halogen illumination or with LED illumination. The LED illumination allows observation under a brighter, homogeneous condition than the conventional halogen illumination. Read more>
Key Features
- Five magnifications 6x, 10x, 16x, 25x, and 40x for daily specialist use
- Halogen and LED illumination source available
- Four filters for enhanced examination
- Blue Free Filter™ system for 1.6x brighter fluorescein observation (Fluo model)
- Optimal clarity, colour resolution and depth-of-field
- Background illumination (BG-5) provides IR illumination which enables observation of Meibomian glands
- BG-5 provides shadow free observation
- DC-4 Digital camera compatible
|Microscope unit
|Drum, 5-step magnification
|Magnification steps
|Overal magnification (actual vision field)
|6.37 (Ø35.1 mm) 9.94 (Ø22.5 mm) 15.87 (Ø14.1 mm) 25.37 (Ø 8.8 mm) 39.62 (Ø 5.6 mm)
|Eyepiece lens magnification
|Eyepiece lens diopter adjustment range
|-5D to +5D
|Binocular tubes
|PD adjustment 55 - 78 mm
|Illumination unit
|Illumination field slit width
|0 - 14 mm, can be altered gradually (14mm = circle)
|Illumination field slit length
|14 - 1 mm, can be altered gradually (14mm = circle)
|Illumination field aperture diameter
|Ø14, 10, 5, 2, 1, 0.2 mm
|Slit direction
|Vertical to horizontal. Can be altered gradually. Inclination 5°/10°/15°/20°. Side swing.
|Blue filter, red-free filter, amber filter, UV cut filter (normal use), IR cut filter (normal use) ND filter (13% transmission), exciter filter for slit lamp (fluo type), Barrier filter for slit lamp (fluo type)
|Halogen illumination source
|LED illumination source
|Base unit
|Forward-backward movement
|90 mm
|Right-left movement
|100 mm
|Vertical movement
|30 mm
|Chinrest unit
|Vertical movement chinrest
|80 mm
|Fixation target
|Fixation target with diopter adjustment Luminious fixation target (LED green)
|Power supply
|100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 110VA
The SL-D701 is a digital slit lamp which can be used with conventional halogen illumination or with LED illumination. LED illumination ensures consistent colour temperature during light intensity adjustment and easier visualization of details in the anterior chamber and vitreous such as flare and inflammation.
The SL-D701, digital slit lamp, incorporates four filters for enhanced examination:
- cobalt filter
- red-free filter
- ND filter
- amber filter
The amber filter improves the contrast and colour of retinal observation. The SL-D701 has 12,5 x eyepieces and converging binocular tubes with a parallel magnification body (6x, 10x, 16x, 25x and 40x) for extremely sharp stereoscopic observation. As standalone the joystick trigger button of the SL-D701 provides an illumination boost for detailed observation, available for halogen illumination and LED illumination.
SL-D701 Blue Free Filter™
The SL-D701 Blue Free Filter™ exists of a combination of the special exciter filter and barrier filter (factory option). This Blue Free Filter™ system ensures a 1.6 x brighter fluorescein observation than the cobalt filter. Tear flow details and scars can be clearly viewed with less glare or pooling.
Digital applications
The slit lamp corporates a cable management system if used as a digital slit lamp. The SL-D701 will seamless integrate with:
- 5 megapixel camera
- BG-5, background illumination / meibography system
- Topcon Fundus Viewer FV-1L.
Other options
The SL-D701, digital slit lamp, has options such as a yellow filter diaphragm filter to increase field-of-depth, tonometer mount, parallel binocular tubes, assistant observation tube and various relay lenses.
BG-5 background illumination
The Topcon BG-5 background illumination consist of a white LED source. The background illumination is required to use for overview images with low magnification and will provide a shadow free observation with natural colours. For the background illumination two apertures are available which results in a high and low brightness. The BG-5 also provides infra-red illumination that illuminates the Meibomian glands to assess its integrity. The observed images can be displayed on a computer screen and digitally captured with the Topcon digital slit lamp camera DC-4 and archived for teaching and documentation. The BG-5 can be mounted on Topcon slit lamp model SL-D701 exclusively.


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Day 5 T-Shirt: The Collaborate & Dream Series: Nicolo Nimor/Nick Automatic
Day 5 was the last day of our 2011 Los Angeles trip and we spent most of the time shopping, and you guessed it, eating! Our first shopping destination was Citadel Outlets. We first passed by Citadel on our way to Disneyland a few days prior. Let me tell, this outlet mall stands out because it really does look like a big medieval fortress. While we were there, we did some shopping but not as much as I had expected. I did pick up a few things from Billabong and Quicksilver (I usually stock up on shorts – a staple if you live in Hawaii) like I normally do. Though I was surprised that I left Nike and H&M empty handed. It's okay, there's always another time and another trip!
By the time we had finished shopping at Citadel it was midday and we were both quite hungry for some lunch. We decided to hit up a burger joint that had been on our itinerary a few days earlier but had decided to skip. The restaurant is called Umami Burger, and let me tell you, it is not to be missed. The flavors that you will get from these burgers are out-of-this-world good! And the onion rings, so delicious. I had my eyes set on the Triple Pork Burger (fresh ground pork, choriz0, and applewood smoked bacon with manchego cheese & pimenton aioli). Sounds nice and fatty, huh? I know, I was excited too! Unfortunately, they were out. What to do now? Two words: MANLY BURGER. This burger consists of beer-cheddar cheese, smoked salt onion rings, and bacon lardons. Good god did my mouth have an mouthgasm that day. Michelle had the signature Umami Burger and she swears that it was just as delicious. If you like burgers, try this place out!
Once we had our fill of the savory flavors of umami, we decided to do more … shopping! This time, we stopped by a little shop called Japan LA. It's a small Japanese pop culture shop right off of Melrose Avenue. Think of it as Sanrio plus some. They've got a ton of Sanrio trinkets as well as other little Japanese oddities. It's definitely a fun store. I hear they are nearly ready to move into a new, 4x bigger space, so if you're into Japanese pop toys then you should definitely pay these guys a visit. One thing that I did notice during my visit to Japan LA were some Seibei goods. There were just a few Seibei tees and tanks left, but they did have the Make Me A Sandwich Dino tee!
You might see a pattern going on for Day 5: shop, eat, shop…so of course the next thing that we did was eat! we finally made it to the world famous Diddy Riese Cookies in Westwood, located near UCLA. Nothing in LA is cheap, except for Diddy Riese Cookies! You can score an awesome homemade ice-cream cookie sandwich for just $1.50. Insane? I'll have two please! Needless to say, I left with two dozen cookies and my co-workers sure did enjoy them!
Now back to Melrose and back to shopping. This time we hit up a few stores, including Johnny Cupcakes (yes, again), Tokidoki, Urban Outfitters, and Paul Frank. Doesn't it seem like all of the awesome store are in LA?
And finally, for our final dinner in Los Angeles, we decided to dine at Craft in West LA. Some of you might know Tom Colicchio from Top Chef, well, this is his restaurant. I'd say that Craft is casual fine dining. You don't need to get too dressed up for it, but you definitely don't want to walk in with shorts and a T-Shirt. I have to say that our Craft experience was pretty amazing. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the service was excellent. And although our server did initially forget our sparkling water, when she remembered, she immediately brought it to our table courtesy of the house. They do give you a lot of freebies (not on the menu), while you wait for your main entree, however, I failed to jot down any notes. They even served the both of us a complimentary arugula salad while we waited for our food (she brought it out because she said my chicken would take some time to cook). Ah yes, the chicken. Everything on the menu is ala carte, I ended up getting the Roasted Farm Chicken and Michelle had the Steelhead Salmon & Espelette. For sides we shared some potatoes gratin and broccoli. Thanks to Milk & Eggs Co. for the great suggestion!
Craft marked the ending to quite an eventful trip. We ate really good food every single day and we got to meet Mickey Mouse. Could things have been any better? Maybe. Would I have changed anything about this trip? Nah, it was awesomely perfect.