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The cars in Sony's flagship PS4 racer, Drive Club, have each hair-thin strand of carbon fibre and seat fabric individually rendered by powerful hardware. The cars in GRID: Autosport? Well, they look nice too. They don't look as nice, because GRID: Autosport runs on the Xbox 360 and PS3 (and PC, where its graphics are considerably improved).
But let's face it: when you're tearing along a straight at 200km/h, trying to figure out exactly how late you can start braking to nip past the guy in front without ending up going backwards into a wall, do you even see those extra pixels? Does a slightly more realistically-rendered sponsor's logo make any difference?
Racing games are games in the truest sense of the word. Where RPGs and FPSs rely upon huge cinematic environments and characters voiced by Hollywood stars, racing games are purely about play: you versus the physics engine. Your reflexes and your understanding of the track are the stars, and the developers at Codemasters have agonised over GRID's physics. They've been working on striking a very difficult balance, because while some games - most notably the Forza and Gran Turismo series - are all about being exactly as realistic as possible, they end up being as difficult as possible. Let's face it, if you tried to drive any real car with a gamepad while floating three feet above and behind the back window, you wouldn't get far.
GRID's challenge is to making racing seem realistic, without making it so you spin out every time you stomp the accelerator. It's the same aim Codemasters has had for decades: to make a racing game rather than a racing sim, and throughout the F1, TOCA, Dirt, Micro Machines, Colin McRae and Race Driver series, the sweet spot between realism and fun has moved around. To help them find it for GRID, Codemasters enlisted racing drivers and journalists from Autosport to help them figure out how to make the cars feel more realistic than they really are, by doing things like adjusting the points at which the tyres lose grip (you can read more about this exacting process on their blog).
We found the cars in the new GRID are still easy to spin out - especially the F1 cars - but the game as a whole seems more pick-up-and-playable than one of the big-name racing sims. If you're the kind of driver who has to turn on some assists to make it around a track in Forza or Gran Turismo, GRID offers a nice challenge. We still found ourselves battling for second- or third-to-last, but we had a lot of fun getting there.
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The other element that adds to the fun is the AI. There's nothing more dull in a racing game than jostling for position with a shoal of robot fish hanging within inches of one another, obviously controlled by the same computer. On the contrary, GRID: Autosport's cars are perhaps a little too fighty. They'll slipstream right into the back of you and use you as a buffer on sharp corners, and they're not above the occasional spin-out or wide corner themselves.
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Here's an interesting fact: do you know why, in games like Forza and Gran Turismo, the cars take such little damage when you whang them into a barrier at 80mph? It's down to licensing. The developers have to persuade Ferrari and Porsche and Bugatti to let them use digital versions of their cars in the game, but car marques are as much luxury brands as handbag makers, and they rely just as much on their image. So if you're going to show a Ferrari in a game, you can't show it getting too beaten up, or they won't license it.
In this respect, GRID: Autosport actually wins some realism points off its more crisply rendered relations, because it permits proper damage. On the San Francisco circuit we tried for a rather ambitious straight line through a chicane at just over 100mph (nearly made it, mind you) and managed to bend the bonnet in half. A few corners later, we used a touch too much handbrake and went sideways into a wall at similar speed, and the passenger door swung crazily open for a couple of corners before slamming shut again. A nice touch - realistic enough, but not too realistic.
Oh, and if you completely disagree and graphics mean everything to you… well, the PC version comes with a 5GB high-res texture pack, runs at 60fps and can be played at 4K.
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Winter Park Water and Sanitation District imposes mandatory water restrictions
WINTER PARK – Beginning June 1, Winter Park residents might need to revaluate the importance of pristine, green, grassy yards.
The Winter Park Water and Sanitation District is requiring mandatory water restrictions, which will be in effect until Sept. 30. Residents can only water lawns twice a week and must follow a set schedule.
Single-family residents with addresses ending in even numbers may water on Sunday and Thursday. Single-family residents with odd-numbered addresses may water on Saturday and Wednesday. All other properties may water on Tuesday and Thursday. Additionally, watering is not allowed between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
The district is imposing the watering restrictions in conjunction with Denver Water in an effort to encourage water conservation.
According to district manager Mike Wageck, the district will not be issuing any penalties to start. Instead, district workers will be out surveying the community, informing residents of violations.
"We've had a good response from people we've asked in the past," Wageck said, referring to voluntary restrictions issued in past years.
Wageck does not anticipate a need for violation penalties down the line, but noted ongoing violations could result in a suspension of service.
Questions regarding the policy can be directed to Mike Wageck at 970-726-5041.
Start a dialogue, stay on topic and be civil.
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This series consists of weekly discussion sessions on foundations of quantum Theory and quantum information theory. The sessions start with an informal exposition of an interesting topic, research result or important question in the field. Everyone is strongly encouraged to participate with questions and comments.
The modern view of representing a quantum observable as a semispectral measure as opposed to the traditional approach of using only spectral measures has added a great deal to our understanding of the mathematical structures and conceptual foundations of quantum mechanics.
Adiabatic Quantum Computation is not only a possibly more robust alternative to standard quantum computation. Since it considers a continuous-time evolution of the system, it also provides a natural bridge towards studying the dynamics of interacting many-particle quantum systems, quantum phase transitions and other issues in fundamental physics. After a brief review of adiabatic quantum computation, I will show our recent results on the dynamics of entanglement and fidelity for the search and Deutsch algorithms including several variations and optimization.
Clifton, Bub, and Halvorson claim to be able to derive quantum mechanics from information-theoretic axioms. However, their derivation relies on the auxiliary assumption that the relevant probabilities for measurement outcomes can be represented by the observables (self-adjoint operators) and states of a C*-algebra. There are legitimate probability theories that are not so representable --- in particular, the nonlocal boxes of Popescu and Rohrlich.
It is somewhat surprising, but problems in quantum computing lead to problems in algebraic graph theory. I will discuss some instances that I am familiar with, and note a commmon thread.
This talk is concerned with the noise-insensitive transmission of quantum information. For this purpose, the sender incorporates redundancy by mapping a given initial quantum state to a messenger state on a larger-dimensional Hilbert space. This encoding scheme allows the receiver to recover part of the initial information if the messenger system is corrupted by interaction with its environment. Our noise model for the transmission leaves a part of the quantum information unchanged, that is, we assume the presence of a noiseless subsystem or of a decoherence-free subspace.
We will look at the axioms of quantum mechanics as expressed, for example, in the book by M. A. Nielsen and I. L. Chung ("Quantum Computation and Quantum Information"). We then take a critical look at these axioms, raising several questions as we go. In particular, we will look at the possible informational completeness property of the family of operators that we measure. We will propose physical solutions based on the results of quantum mechanics on phase space and the measurement of quantum particles by quantum mechanical means.
Inspired by the notion that the differences between quantum theory and classical physics are best expressed in terms of information theory, Hardy (2001) and Clifton, Bub, and Halvorson (2003) have constructed frameworks general enough to embrace both quantum and classical physics, within which one can invoke principles that distinguish the classical from the quantum.
Entanglement entropy is currently of interest in several areas in physics, such as condensed matter, field theory, and quantum information. One of the most interesting properties of the entanglement entropy is its scaling behavior, especially close to phase transitions. It was believed that for dimensions higher than 1 the entropy scales like surface area of the subsystem. We will describe a recent result for free fermions at zero temperature, where the entropy in fact scales faster. The latter problem will be related to a mathematical conjecture due to H. Widom (1982).
While modern theories lavishly invoke several spatial dimensions within models that seek to unify relativity theory and quantum mechanics, none seems to consider the possibility that a yet-unfamiliar aspect of time may do the work. I introduce the notion of Becoming and then consider its consequences for physical theory. Becoming portrays a possible aspect of time that is "curled" very much like the extra spatial dimensions in superstring theories.
Hamiltonian oracles are the continuum limit of the standard unitary quantum oracles. In addition to being a potentially useful tool in the study of standard oracles, Hamiltonian oracles naturally introduce the concept of fractional queries and are amenable to study using techniques of differential equations and geometry. As an example of these ideas we shall examine the Hamiltonian oracle corresponding to the problem of oracle interrogation. This talk is intended for all those who wish to apply their knowledge of differential geometry without the risk of creating an event horizon.


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Some past wok of my car from last year leading to today. This work was done by Chris and Mike when they worked at Douglas Autoworks before it was closed.
a few pics of the work inside of car. Allot of time consuming work was put in
Mike Reichen, and Devo2ning (Chris and Mike Witt) came up with the format for my fuel setup.
Custom sump tank. 2 bosch 044 pumps. 2 6an lines to 8an line and 8an return line.
Last years motor setup.
New pieces added and a few old ones done up!!
Shearer t4 topmount
custom Forrester with 5 1/2" plenum was polished!!
Q45 was polished
Devo2ning Race Tcase
Got a Sparktech for a ridiculous deal so I switched out the MSD setup. That is the only reason I swithched!!
Comp turbo T4 ETT CT43 6767
1.0 a/r housing being ported by Chris at Devo2ning
FFWD King Kams. I got the last set. Surprised no one really supported these cams. The specs are crazy. The cams are black because FFWD Parkerize the cams. I also went with FFWD Bee-MAD springs with titanium retainers and steel seats. They coat the steel seats with a black oxide coating.
Class One Inc built my motor. Half filled block. Custom arias pistons, pauter rods, Race ported heard.
yes... i'm running a neutral balance shaft done up by Class one.
The new setup in progress. Work done by Devo2ning!
custom radiator bracket postion fans, oil cooler and radiator to fit perfectly like lego's. Once fluid is drained all can slide on and off within a few minute.
1G race bumper and custom bracket for 4"ETS IC
Devo2ning custom catback
had a few issues with parts not fitting as stated by vendors but dyno coming soon!!


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In the end, New York's 23rd district, ground zero in the battle between the conservative base and the Republican Party establishment, ended up sending one more Democrat to the House of Representatives.
However, the three-way race between winner Bill Owens, Conservative Party candidate Doug Hoffman and disaffected Republican Dede Scozzafava is already having profound consequences for the GOP in subsequent elections. After local Republicans made a disastrous decision to pick Scozzafava without a party primary, at least one national GOP leader has decided to take a different tack.
On Wednesday, National Republican Senatorial Committee Chairman John Cornyn announced that his organization would not spend money in "contested primaries" -- such as the Florida Senate contest between moderate Gov. Charlie Crist and conservative challenger/National Review hero Marco Rubio.
Make no mistake, this is a rather amazing change of direction. The NRSC has already endorsed Crist and GOP campaign organizations have a history of getting in the middle of primaries -- often leaving serious ill feelings with the un-anointed. In 2004, the NRSC backed incumbent Arlen Specter's re-election over challenger Pat Toomey (Specter won, but switched parties this year in the face of another Toomey challenge); in 2006, the party got behind incumbent moderate GOPer Lincoln Chaffee over Steve Laffey, the conservative mayor of Cranston, Steve Laffey. Indeed, the NRSC even went so far as to announce that the party would abandon Rhode Island to the Democrats should Laffey beat Chaffee. As it happened, Chaffee won the primary -- and then lost by a sizable margin to Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse. Now, at the time, President George W. Bush was the de facto leader of the GOP and the party organizations took their tone from him. The determination was that it was better to support moderate incumbents rather than conservative challengers.
But even before Bush became president, the party structure was taking sides: In 2000, the Republican Governors Association endorsed one of their own -- then Gov. George W. Bush of Texas -- in the presidential primary race over John McCain. The RGA put its organizational resources into Bush's election, sent out press releases touting his candidacy and boasted how GOP governors would act as a "firewall" for Bush. Only problem is, in the months before that, the RGA had raised money from Republicans to elect and support Republican candidates running for the office of governor. They didn't raise money for the RGA to get in the middle of a contested presidential primary just because one of the participants happens to be a governor. But that's where their contributions were now going.
Not anymore. Conservatives who have given money to the NRSC don't have to worry that their hard-earned money might be automatically going to support a moderate over a conservative. Now the committee will let voters decide on their own who they want to represent them in their party. The upside for the NRSC is that it gets to save money for the general contest -- or use the resources to run "comparative" ads against Democrat incumbents while the GOP primary is playing out.
This is something of risk for the party, no question. It's entirely possible that the candidate who emerges from the contested primary might indeed be perceived as more conservative than the state he or she wants to represent. Well, so what? That will be determined by general election voters, not by an official party ahead of time.
The question is: Will the NRSC's counterpart, the National Republican Congressional Committee make a similar decision and stay out of House primaries? It may turn out that the best way to resolve the debate in the Republican party between conservatives and moderates is to stand back, actually let them debate -- and then get behind whoever is left standing and wants to run under the Republican banner.
New York writer Robert A. George blogs at Ragged Thots. Follow him on Twitter.


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How to Choose a Good AC Contractor
In order to work as an HVAC technician, a person must graduate with an associate degree in the field or enter into an apprenticeship program.
Some contractors may also learn their craft while on the job. After they receive their education, whether it's through a school or training, the graduates must then complete an exam to receive a certification if they intend to work with refrigerators or air conditioners.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires this certification since appliances that use refrigerants can harm the ecosystem if they're not properly installed or maintained. While the EPA mandates this area of HVAC work, requiring a technician to get a license is up to the state to decide. With that said, not all states demand contractors to obtain one.
Your heating and air units are some of the most complex systems in your property, so complete your research before selecting a professional to do the work. Here's a checklist of questions to ask yourself and things to consider when making your choice:
What Kind of Work is Needed? Do you need someone to install a completely new HVAC unit? Does your current system need repairs? Do you only require routine maintenance? Once you make a list of the necessary work, you can shop around to collect bids from heating and air companies in your community.
Can Your Family or Friends Recommend a Service? Your loved ones will most likely give you the best advice regarding technicians that worked for them and which ones to avoid. Ask around when beginning your search. Friends and family could lead you to a reputable contractor. Even if you don't need HVAC help at the moment, you can save the recommended company's contact information for when you do.
Is the HVAC Contractor Licensed in Your State? Considering the work that may need to be done on your unit, it's best to look for a licensed professional. Do a search or contact your state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractors board to ensure a technician is licensed.
Also, make sure the contractor is registered with your state or city to do the kind or work you require.
Is the Company Insured? You want the professional you hire to carry insurance. If they don't, you run the risk of paying out of pocket for any damage they might do to your home or commercial building. An HVAC technician not only needs liability coverage for work-related damage, but also coverage to handle any bodily injuries they sustain on the job.
Is the Technician Bonded? Not all service providers may be bonded, but finding one that is can be crucial for property owners. Ensure the bond is large enough to cover any costs if the technician doesn't complete the project or walks off the job. You don't want to be left with a bill and unfinished work.
One service an HVAC contractor can provide is a diagnostic test of your heating and central air unit. A reputable technician will examine your unit and ask you questions about various aspects of the system. He or she will check your furnace as well as ductwork and discuss options with you. Beware of a contractor that takes a quick look through your home or place of business and immediately tells you replacing your HVAC system is necessary.
Expect the average air conditioning unit to last between eight and 12 years. If it's more than 12 years old, it could be expensive to repair if the system breaks down often. Also, parts for older air conditioners are harder to find since some manufacturers discontinue them.
Restoring or replacing an aging unit can get expensive. It could be time to invest in a new model if your utility bills are rising and you notice uneven air flow and temperatures throughout your property. If one room is cooler than another, consider a total replacement.
If your system makes a lot of noise when it powers on or if it turns off suddenly, it's time to replace it with a new, more energy-efficient model.
On the other hand, if the air conditioner is relatively new and still within its age range, it's more cost-effective to get a contractor to repair it.
The time it takes to install an AC unit and the associated cost depends on the square footage of your home. Many homeowners spend between $3,677 to $7,151 for a contractor to put in a new central air system.
A family with a 2,000-square-foot house that already has a forced-air heating unit can expect to pay $3,500 to $4,000 for a cooling system. If technicians don't need to make any changes to the ductwork, then the project should take them an average of two to three days.
If you're having trouble with your air conditioning, there are some problems you can address yourself. However, you should leave the big issues to a professional. Let's take a look at some common dilemmas and what you should do if they arise.
The Air Conditioner Won't Turn On If your unit isn't turning on, check on it outside to make sure the condenser is still running. Ensure it's fully plugged in and that your thermostat is set. Lower the thermostat by a few more degrees than your typical setting. You should hear it power on after doing so. If that doesn't take care of the problem, check your fuse box. You could have a blown fuse or a tripped circuit that's causing the air conditioner to not turn on.
The System isn't Cooling the Air Is the air conditioner on your thermostat set low, but you aren't feeling cool air? It could be that debris is blocking the condenser. Check on your system outside and remove any tree branches or leaves from around it. Debris can easily obstruct air flow, so make sure the area around your air conditioning unit is clean and trimmed back. Additionally, make sure your filter is clean. A buildup of dirt and dust can cause poor air circulation.
Refrigerant is Leaking A refrigerant leak not only keeps your air conditioner from running efficiently, it's also harmful to the environment. There are many things that can cause your air conditioner to leak coolant, but the usual culprit is a problem with the evaporator coil or outdoor condenser coil. If you discover any freon coming out of your unit, contact a professional. It could be that you need to obtain a patch or a whole new part to resolve the problem.
The Air Conditioner is Making Noises Is your unit running loud or making odd noises? To properly diagnose the problem, find out where the noises are coming from. A banging or clanking sound could be due to a loose part. If you hear a hissing sound, it's most likely because of a refrigerant leak and you should contact an HVAC technician as soon as possible.
There are Sensor or Drainage Issues It's important to keep your air conditioning unit level, because if it's not, you could be faced with a host of problems. If you notice your system is acting inconsistently, the sensor is most likely out of place. Turn off the unit and reach behind its control panel while carefully bending the sensor back into place near the evaporative coil.
If you happen to live in a hot and humid area of the country, you're also bound to face drainage problems with your unit since moisture can trap itself inside the system. Routine maintenance can cut down on drainage issues by cleaning out any mold or algae from blocking the drain. If you notice moldy smells whenever you turn the thermostat down, it's best to check on your system.
To clean your air conditioner drain, first shut off the power to your unit at both the thermostat and the breaker. Then remove the drain pan. If the pan is full of water, soak up the liquid with a few towels or rags or use a wet vacuum. You can use a solution of water and distilled vinegar, or substitute peroxide for the vinegar, to clean out the drain pipe. Let the pipe sit for a while in the solution and then put all the parts back in place. Once you start using your air conditioner on a regular basis, check it periodically to ensure condensation isn't building up.
You can keep your air conditioner running efficiently with some preventative care measures. Here are various steps you can take that will prolong the life of your system and help you save on your energy bills each month. Remember to shut off the power to your AC before cleaning it or performing any of these tasks.
Clean Your Filter It's always a good idea to clean the AC's filter at least twice a year. It gets dirty and clogged after a few months, it can increase your unit's energy consumption by as much as 15 percent.
Remove Leaves and Twigs Since many air conditioners are located outside, they could get a lot of debris such as leaves, dirt or sticks in their cages or even in their interiors. After you turn off the power to the unit, use a screwdriver to detach the cage so you can clean the debris from the system.
Clean and Straighten the Fins To get the best performance from your air system, clean the fins of the unit with either a garden hose or a special spray you can find at your local home improvement store. Use your hose to run a strong stream of water to remove any built-up dust or debris stuck in between the fins. Remember that air flows through these little fins, so if dirt gets caught in them or if a fin is bent, it will reduce the cooling efficiency. Use a butter knife or other knife with a dull end to carefully straighten out any smashed fins.
Keep Your Yard Clean Not only is it good to rake up leaves to protect your lawn's grass, it's also beneficial for your air conditioner. Rake leaves, cut grass and trim back any tree branches around the unit as a preventative measure. All this yard debris could end up blocking the fins or other parts of the system and cause your AC to use more power to generate cool air in your home.
Cover it Up for Winter Another precaution you can take to prolong the life of your central air unit is to cover it up during winter. Protect it from ice and snow by putting a sheet of plastic or wood on top of the unit. However, only cover the top and not the whole machine. You don't want to trap moisture that could cause it to rust and you don't want to provide a hiding spot for pests.
Make Sure it's Level Ensure your system is on a level plane. Over the years, the soil and mat under the unit can shift. If it's not balanced, you run the risk of damaging the inner workings of the unit.
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With the election behind us, I had hoped our politicians would get beyond games of chicken. No such luck.
First, you need to understand that the upcoming game of chicken isn't about how much or when we cut the budget deficit, or even whether the upcoming "fiscal cliff" poses a danger to the economy.
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office warned last week that the automatic tax increases and spending cuts scheduled to start in January amount to too much deficit reduction, too soon. They'd put the economy back into recession and push unemployment to about 9 percent. But the CBO also warned of an economic crisis ahead if the United States doesn't stem the growth of the nation's exploding deficit.
That's the bind we're in. Reduce the budget deficit too quickly, and we're in trouble. But fail to address the deficit, and we're also in trouble.
It's really a matter of timing. That's why I think any deal should include a trigger mechanism that begins to cut spending and raise taxes when the economy has two consecutive quarters of 6 percent unemployment or less, and 3 percent annualized growth or more.
But the upcoming game of chicken in Washington isn't really about any of this. It's about the clearest issue President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney fought over: whether taxes should be raised on the rich.
Democrats and Republicans are now maneuvering to maximize their bargaining leverage when they sit down next year to decide this.
Last Friday, the president called on Congress to immediately make permanent the tax cuts for Americans who make less than $250,000 a year, while at the same time allowing tax rates to rise for wealthy Americans -- and then making those rates part of a broader deal next year.
Meanwhile, House Speaker John Boehner has proposed that all the tax cuts -- including those for the rich -- be extended until next year, until there's a deal. "I'm proposing that we avert the fiscal cliff together in a manner that ensures that 2013 is finally the year that our government comes to grips with the major problems that are facing us," Mr. Boehner said.
So what's going to happen? Bear with me, because this gets interesting.
The president knows Republicans won't make permanent the tax cuts for people earning under $250,000 without also making them permanent for wealthier taxpayers. So how will Democrats force the GOP's hand?
Democrats figure they'll have most of the bargaining leverage in next year's deal if they do nothing now, allowing tax rates to rise automatically on everyone in January. Then they'll offer Republicans a deal that reduces taxes on people earning less than $250,000 -- which would be retroactive to Jan. 1. So we'll go over the fiscal cliff, but because the subsequent deal is retroactive, it will be more like a gentle hill than a cliff.
Democrats believe this will trap the GOP, because Republicans will then have to choose between a tax cut for the middle class or no tax cut at all. And given their ideological commitment to cutting taxes, Republicans will have to go along with a tax cut on the middle class.
But Republicans figure they'll have more bargaining leverage if they keep things as they are until February or March, when the debt ceiling has to be raised again. This way, Republicans can again threaten to vote against raising it unless they get their way on taxes.
This is why Mr. Boehner wants legislation that will keep the government spending and taxing at current levels right through the start of the year, and thereby avoid the fiscal cliff.
So who blinks first? Democrats, who don't mind going over the cliff because they'll get a better final deal -- and the deal will be retroactive to Jan. 1, so it's not really a cliff at all, but more like a little hill? Or Republicans, who want to extend the Bush tax cuts beyond Jan. 1 until we get sufficiently close to the debt ceiling that they can once again threaten the full faith and credit of America?
Remember, if nothing is done between now and January, tax rates automatically rise on everyone at the start of the year. That means Mr. Obama and the Democrats are in the strongest position right now. Let's hope they don't blink.
Robert B. Reich, Chancellor's Professor of Public Policy at the University of California and former U.S. Secretary of Labor, is the author of "Beyond Outrage: What has gone wrong with our economy and our democracy, and how to fix it," a Knopf release now out in paperback.


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"Even Donald Trump exploited them by taking out full page ads in the major newspapers calling for the return of the death penalty for their case just to promote his own name," adds Omowale Clay.
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There's a big support rally for the Central Park 5 victims Monday here in New York.
"In 1989, without any physical evidence, the NYPD and the District Attorney's office, namely former ADA and fiction crime writer Linda Fairstein, railroaded five young boys to further their own careers," says Omowale Clay. "They spent a total of forty years in prison. Today Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly and the Bloomberg administration continue to stone-wall justice and reparations for these victims of the criminal justice system."
Omowale Clay is the spokesman for these victims.
The men collectively known as the "Central Park 5" will move on in their quest for justice and reparations on Monday, October 29, 2012 at 2:30 PM, in a Hearing in front of Magistrate Judge Ronald Ellis, Courtroom 18D, 18th floor, in the United States Court House on 500 Pearl Street, Downtown NYC.
Twenty three years ago, April 19, 1989, the five innocent Black and Latino teenage boys were captured and arrested by the New York Police Department (NYPD) for the rape and beating of a White woman. She was an investment banker jogging in Central Park. Before they went to trial, newspaper headlines and television news broadcasts condemned them. They were convicted and spent from 6 to 13 years in prison. This case is reminiscent of the Scottsboro Boys in Alabama 1931.
"I was fourteen years old," Raymond Santana recalled during a previous Justice Rally for the Central Park 5. "They called us animals 'wilding', but we knew we were innocent and we held our heads up. We lost many years and we are still trying to catch up. This is not just about us, Sean Bell, Timothy Stansbury and Eleanor Bumpers were murdered by police. There are a lot more people going through what we did."
"Even Donald Trump exploited them by taking out full page ads in the major newspapers calling for the return of the death penalty for their case just to promote his own name," adds Omowale Clay. "The police knew they were innocent but they never really investigated the crime. Any Black or Latino boys would do. Matias Reyes, serving time for another rape and murder committed after the jogger attack, finally confessed to the crime in 2002. His was the only DNA found at the crime scene. The damage done to these men must be repaired now. We demand justice. We can not let them criminalize our youth without a fight. We are all the Central Park 5."
"We were exonerated and we want compensation for the years they stole from us," Kevin Richardson, who could barely speak through his tears, recalls. "It's unusual to see a grown man cry, but we have been through so much. It was torture. We are putting our lives back together and taking care of our families. Thank you all for standing by us."
Kharey Wise, who spent 13 years in prison, made a brief statement thanking all the people who supported them through the years.
The civil case against New York City for the wrongful conviction of the Central Park 5 has been stalled for over eight years by foot-dragging city attorneys. Justice for these innocent young men is long overdue.
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Robin Thicke Bares His Soul in Revealing 'Get Her Back' Videoby Michelle McGahan | PopCrush
Robin Thicke is no stranger to baring his emotions and laying them all out on the table, especially when it comes to winning back his estranged wife, Paula Patton. But in the music video for his new single, 'Get Her Back,' the 'Blurred Lines' singer opens up more than ever.
The emotionally-charged vid features a sullen Thicke singing directly to the camera, his face slightly bloody as a Paula Patton lookalike fades in and out of the video. But perhaps the most telling — and maybe the most jarring — part of the vid is the candid text messages between Thicke and the subject of the song, which are featured front and center.
"You drink too much," reads an incoming text. "You embarrassed me," reads another. And as for the texts from Thicke? "I wrote a whole album about you," one reads. ('Get Her Back' is featured on his upcoming album, 'Paula.') But the response is not what he was hoping for. "I don't care," the woman replies.
Whether or not the messages were an actual exchange between Thicke and Patton, the singer makes no attempt to hide the fact that the song, the video, and most of all, his upcoming record, are plainly about his estranged wife. And this is not the last we've heard on the subject, seeing as Thicke closes the video with one last message: "This is only the beginning…"
Watch Robin Thicke's 'Get Her Back' music video above.


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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has voted to make electricity markets more efficient by permanently lifting the price cap for all reassignments of firm transmission capacity by wholesale electric transmission customers.
The final rule comes after the Commission reviewed comments on a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) issued in April and based on a staff report that summarized the findings of a 30-month study of the competitive effects of removing the price cap for reassigned electric transmission capacity.
As part of the open access transmission policies in Order No. 888, FERC required transmission providers to amend their Open Access Transmission Tariffs explicitly to permit voluntary reassignment of all or part of a holder's firm point-to-point capacity rights to any eligible customer, subject to a price cap. In Order No. 890-A, issued in December 2007, FERC removed the price cap for a limited period ending Oct. 1, 2010, and directed staff to study the effects of removal of the cap and to prepare a report within six months of receipt of two years of quarterly data on reassignments.
The report found that the secondary market for transmission capacity reassignments experienced strong growth during the study period, with the number of transactions growing from 200 to 32,000 and the volume of reassigned capacity expanding from 3,000 gigawatt hours (gwh) to 36,000 gwh. Only a few of the reassignments were at prices above the cost-based tariff rate. The report also found that in markets in which pricing differentials were available, the reassignment prices comported with pricing differentials between those markets, indicating that resale prices reflect market fundamentals rather than the exercise of market power.


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New York, March 9, 2009--The Committee to Protect Journalists welcomes the provisional release on medical grounds of an Algerian journalist known for his denunciation of corruption under President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, but is concerned that he will need to return to jail to serve a six-month sentence.
Nedjar Hadj Daoud, managing director of the news Web site Al-Waha (The Oasis) told CPJ he was jailed on March 2 at Chaabet Ennichene Prison in Ghardaia, north-central Algeria, to serve a six-month jail sentence for defamation issued by a minor court in 2005 and upheld by the country's highest court in 2008. Daoud told CPJ that the judge's decision to provisionally release him "was based on a medical report assessing the injuries and trauma inflicted on me following an assassination attempt nearly four weeks ago." Four unidentified men stabbed him in Ghardaia, he said.
Daoud said the six-month jail sentence issued by a lower court and upheld by the Court of Cassation (the county's highest judicial authority) cannot be appealed. But he said that since his case began in 2005, he should be granted amnesty under an edict Bouteflika declared in July 2006 that commuted the sentences of journalists given jail time for defamation.
Daoud's prison sentence stemmed from an article in Al-Waha in 2005 on multiple attempted rapes by a local government employee against his female colleagues. A court in Ghardaia sentenced him to six months in prison in November 2005. He appealed the ruling to the Court of Cassation, which confirmed the lower court's ruling in July 2008, according to local news reports. Authorities have not clarified when he must return to serve his prison sentence; a judge told Daoud that the jail sentence was "provisionally frozen," he said.
"We are glad that Nedjar Hadj Daoud is out of prison, if only temporarily," said Robert Mahoney, CPJ's deputy director. "He has paid a heavy price for his commitment to independent reporting. That price should not include further jail time. He should be granted amnesty."
The National Journalists Syndicate and the Algerian League for Human Rights condemned the court decision to imprison Daoud.
Daoud said 67 complaints for defamation have been filed against him by what he called the "corruption lobby" and that he has been the target of several death threats and three assassination attempts since 2003 for writing about the involvement of government employees in abuses of power, corruption and drug-trafficking.
In a recent article on Al-Waha's web site, Daoud wrote that he feared that independent journalism, already in rapid decline since 2004, would soon find itself "unable to protect its image and resist pressure from intruders and brokers and corrupt lobbyists," eventually vanishing altogether. Attacks on the press have been on the rise since an amendment to Algeria's constitution last November paved the way for Bouteflika to run for a third term as president in April.


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Welcome to another of the Christmas book promotions and time for a little mystery…. and the first author with a wonderful series of books is N. A. Granger and the Rhe Brewster Mysteries. And the best way to start as a gift is the first book in the series which is Death in a Red Canvas Chair.. there are four books and all would make amazing gifts.
About the book
On a warm fall afternoon, the sweet odor of decay distracts Rhe Brewster from the noise and fury of her son's soccer game. She's a tall, attractive emergency room nurse with a type A personality, a nose for investigation and a yen for adrenalin. This time her nose leads her to the wet, decaying body of a young woman, sitting in a red canvas chair at the far end of the soccer field. Her first call is to her brother-in-law, Sam Brewster, who is Sheriff of Pequod, the coastal Maine town where she lives. Sam and Rhe's best friend Paulette, Pequod's answer to Betty Crocker, are her biggest sources of encouragement when Rhe decides to help the police find the killer.
Her discovery that the victim is a student at the local college is initially thwarted by an old frenemy, Bitsy Wellington, the Dean of Students. Will, Rhe's husband and a professor at the same college, resents her involvement in anything other than being a wife and mother and must be manipulated by Rhe so that she can follow her instincts.
Rhe's interviews of college students leads her to a young woman who had been recruited the previous year to be an escort on a Caribbean cruise ship, and Rhe trails her to a high class brothel at a local seaside estate. The man behind the cruise ship escort service and the brothel is the owner of a chain of mortuaries and is related to the dead student.
When Rhe happens on the murder of a young hospital employee who also works for the mortuary chain, she becomes too much of a threat to the owner's multiple enterprises. She is kidnapped by two of his thugs and is left to die in a mortuary freezer. In the freezer she finds frozen body parts, which are linked to a transplantation program at her hospital.
Despite all the twists and turns in her investigation, Rhe ultimately understands why the student was killed and who did it. And she solves the riddle of why the body was placed in the red canvas chair on the soccer field.
One of the recent reviews for the book
I typically only write 5 star reviews for books that blow me away, but I'll make an exception for a friend. This is what I affectionately call a "murder cozy." There is a comfortable familiar rhythm to it that lulls you into a feeling of safety until the action comes crashing in to surprise you. It is paced well, with a good mix of down-time and excitement. The climactic ice scene near the end is particularly engaging.
The author uses her expertise to color the books with a strong medical knowledge that lends credibility to her main character, who is an absolute joy. Rhe is far from your typical heroine– she's a plucky plump mom ready to take you on with her sassy mouth and insatiably questioning mind. This is my fourth time reading this novel (leading up to the newest novel in the series!) and it holds up well as a great start to a series. Recommended to anyone who likes a good murder mystery, a strong feminine protagonist, and a quirky and easily lovable supporting cast.
Read the reviews and buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Red-Canvas-Chair-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B00DMCL2VE
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Another series that would make a fantastic gift for mystery/thriller lovers features John J. Cannon, created by John W. Howell. The first book in the series is My GRL….
About My GRL
John J. Cannon, a successful San Francisco lawyer, takes a leave of absence from the firm and buys a boat he names My GRL. John is unaware his boat has been targeted by a terrorist group to be used to destroy a symbol of America's greatness. John's first inkling of trouble is when he wakes up in the hospital and learns he was found unconscious next to the body of the young woman who sold him the boat in the first place. John now is the only one standing between the terrorists and the success of their mission.
One of the reviews for the book.
I often find work written in first person/present tense to be jarring. Overuse of "I" and "me" coupled with an awkward reveal of the POV character's name and appearance usually work against an author's intent and keep me from engaging in the story.
That's not the case with John Howell's MY GRL.
Mr. Howell penned a story that, while written in first person/present tense, actually sucked me into the story. I thought what main character John Cannon thought, I felt what he felt. Howell is to be commended for his ability to immerse the reader into his story world through his protagonist.
This thriller captured me not only for the reason listed above, but also because the author crafted a realistic hero. John Cannon isn't the thirty-year-old alpha male, Navy Seal, superhero. He's a regular guy, with realistic fears and logical fallacies. He's so likable because he could be your uncle, your neighbor, your coworker. We all know John Cannons, and we all love them.
While I found this novel to be character-driven, there's no shortage of action in the plot. This was a quick read because both the character was relatable and the pace was full-throttle.
This is book one of three in the series. I'll be looking for the next installment and highly recommend this one.
Read the reviews and buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/My-GRL-John-W-Howell-ebook/dp/B06VY4V2FC/
and Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-GRL-John-W-Howell-ebook/dp/B06VY4V2FC
Also by John W.Howell
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Read more reviews and follow John on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7751796.John_W_Howell
Connect to John via his website: https://johnwhowell.com/
Now for a series that is also available in boxed sets which is very useful when buy Christmas gifts for book lovers. I am going to feature the first book, Frankly Speaking ( A Frank Rozzani Detective Story) by Don Massenzio
About the the book
A 16 year old girl has disappeared. The police believe she is a runaway. Her parents believe she has been taken and is being held against her will. When the parents enlist the services of Frank Rozzani, a former police officer turned private detective, a series of events begins to unfold that implicates a popular local pastor and the religious stronghold of the ultra-conservative community.
Frank Rozzani, a transplant to Jacksonville, Florida from Syracuse, New York, must find the young girl despite the obstacles launched at him from the local police and others whose interests may be compromised by his investigation. Frank enlists the help of his associate Clifford "Jonesy" Jones to find the girl, uncover the conspiracy, and stay alive. While solving the case, Frank must deal with the demons that drove him from Upstate New York causing him to leave traumatic memories and his children behind.
One of the reviews for the book
I bought the Frank Rozzani Detective Novels a while ago to add to my growing pile and only just recently had the time to read, Frankly Speaking, the first book of the series.
I have to say, the blurb was already intriguing, but it didn't prepare me for the story itself. The book captured my attention from page two and didn't let go anymore.
Frank Rozzani is a former cop with a sorely afflicted past which made him move to Florida and work as a private investigator. In this first book, he faces the case of a missing girl. Hired by the girl's parents he starts to look into the girl's life, character, and environment and discovers that there is much more to the story than 'certain people', including the police, want him to know.
His investigation endangers himself and his partner Johnsey, a surfer – and lawyer, sharp as a tack and quite underestimated (yes, even by me). It seems the very same 'certain people' don't want Maggie to be found.
But Frank Rozzani isn't to intimidate. He dives into the case and brings the deepest depravity, greed and many surprises to light. Frank has excellent instincts, tons of experience and still a compassionate and vulnerable heart.
The book is excellently written, the story captures the reader and the tension can be barely bearable at times. Don Massenzio's characters are real. I don't mean 'real' as in 'existing'; I mean, it's easy to imagine traveling to Florida and meet Frank Rozzani, Johnsey and Anita for breakfast is the perfect thing to do.
Definitely recommendable! I can't wait to have some free time to read the next Frank Rozzani Detective Novel!
Read the reviews and buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Frankly-Speaking-Rozzani-Detective-Novels-ebook/dp/B00JJ5F53O
And Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Frankly-Speaking-Rozzani-Detective-Novels-ebook/dp/B00JJ5F53O
A selection of other books by Don Massenzio
Read all the reviews and check out the boxed sets and buy: https://www.amazon.com/Don-Massenzio/e/B00JJVN0UI
and on Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Don-Massenzio/e/B00JJVN0UI
Read more reviews and buy follow Don on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8157756.Don_Massenzio
Connect to Don via his website: https://donmassenzio.wordpress.com
Thank you for visiting today and I hope that you have found a book or two to read or give as gifts to family and friends. Thanks Sally


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