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A meeting with Nick NegroponteFriday, June 27th, 2008
Amit (Gogna) called me up today to say that Prof. Negroponte will be coming to India in the 1st week of August and that Reliance Communications (ADAG) will be setting up video conferencing around the country on matters of the little green laptop. He has asked me to send him a list of names of the people who can make a difference with the OLPC project in this part of the country.
I'm looking forward to the event to see where OLPC goes from here on.
On a related note, yesterday Kushal had punched in the panic buttons saying the Bijra School's LTSP system was not working, so I had asked Subhodip and Arindam to do a site visit today and fix the problem. They reported back that it was a dusty and loosely seated RAM problem on the server, which they managed to fix.
Which reminds me that we need to hold a fresh re-orientation workshop at the school soon.


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Police say alcohol a factor in deadly crash
After a brief court appearance, a 25-year-old Bronson man charged in the intoxication manslaughter death of Amber Roussel was taken back into police custody after he failed a drug test Monday, Jan. 28.
Derek Wesley McBride was indicted by a grand jury in November 2012 for the July 30, 2012, collision that killed Amber Roussel, 31, and injured her husband, Ryan Roussel, 36, both of Louisiana.
The scene of the accident was littered with debris and wrecked vehicles, effectively shutting down Interstate 10 in both directions on the Beaumont side of the Neches River Bridge after McBride allegedly passed another vehicle illegally on the right-hand shoulder. According to witnesses on the scene, McBride's white pickup truck was clipped by an unknown vehicle as he attempted to pass it. Witnesses said McBride's truck crossed all three lanes of traffic, striking the barrier wall and eventually sending his truck's brush guard careening into oncoming traffic where it met the Roussel's vehicle.
Amber Roussel was pronounced dead at the scene.
Appearing in court, McBride was chastised by Judge John Stevens, who was visibly angered that McBride wasn't in possession of an interlock system in his vehicle, a device that tests for alcohol on one's breath. Along with a clean urinalysis, the interlock system was a condition of McBride's bond.
Before McBride was taken into custody, Roussel's mother, Melba Braud, exited the courtroom visibly shaken and emotional.
"I don't know how he sleeps at night," Braud said. "This whole thing is, he gets to go home with his children. My daughter doesn't get that choice. He took that away from her by drinking and driving."
McBride's attorney, Joe Glenn Kahla, said he and his client are in talks with the district attorney's office to avoid a trial on the charges of intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault — now set for March 4, 2013 — in exchange for a plea of guilty.
"In between now and then we'll be visiting with the DA's office to get it resolved," Kahla said. "And if we can't, we'll go to trial on the fourth."
Roussel's mother was not happy about the prospects of a deal.
"I would like to see the DA and judge basically make sure that he serves time and they don't spank him on the hand anymore," Braud said.
Whatever the outcome of a possible deal before the March 4 trial, Braud said she wants justice done.
"I feel sorry for his family," she said in between tears. "They're gonna have to go through horrible times. But ya know, her husband is without his wife. Their children are without their mother. And I'm without my daughter

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A few months ago, we published a set of resources for iPhone developers, covering a huge range of different types of resource. From podcasts and conferences to design kits and frameworks.
Today we're doing something similar, but specifically with designing websites for the iPad in mind. It won't be quite as extensive (let's face it, the iPad is still fairly new!), but should offer a brilliant set of resources for developing a browser-based site or application for Apple's latest gadget.
Nobody could argue that the iPhone has been a revolutionary product in the cell phone industry. A fantastic SDK and third-party application support has enabled programmers to release thousands of apps to millions of people around the world. There are some fantastic apps available and many people are making a living from developing for the iPhone.
In this "ultimate toolkit", we're showing you everything you need to get started; books, tutorials, software resources, screencasts, podcasts, blogs, forums, conferences, software libraries, design kits, icons, and even where to hire a developer if you decide not to go it alone!
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Covering the Bases: Game 4
FIRST: Brandon Morrow didn't really want to go over the details about his first inning. I honestly can't blame him.
Let's review:
Four walks. Three runs. One hit. One hit batter. One strikeout. Thirty-six pitches.
Coming out of the dugout for the second inning, Morrow even tripped…
"… almost caught my teeth on the front step. I figured nothing else could go wrong."
Not much else did go wrong, actually.
Morrow looked pretty sharp the rest of the way, minus what he admittedly called a "stupid pitch" to Miguel Tejada in the fifth inning. Why did he describe the offering as such?
"It was a changeup and I don't throw changeups to right-handed hitters," he said. "That's why I called it a stupid pitch."
He threw one other "stupid pitch," too. That changed struck Adam Jones in the back.
"I should have shook him off," said Morrow, referring to the times catcher John Buck called for the changeups in those situations.
Morrow might not have wanted to offer up much of an explanation for his first official inning as a starter for the Jays, but Buck offered his theory: "He was just excited. He was a little erratic. He couldn't find his fastball. Personally, I think you can just chalk it up to excitement. New team. Opening Day."
SECOND: Prior to the 7-6 comeback win, Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said Travis Snider had been working with hitting coach Dwayne Murphy on some swing tweaks. Murphy informed Snider that he was "going around the ball" with his swing, which was causing him to be late on pitches.
"If you go around the ball, it takes you a little longer to get to the ball," Gaston said before the game. "I think if he can come up with a couple knocks, man, he's going to be OK."
What'd Snider do? How about 2-for-3 with a single in the second inning, a walk in the sixth and a game-tying double in the ninth that jump-started the game-deciding rally. Making things better for Snider was the fact that his last hit came against the left-handed Mike Gonzalez.
"We saw C.J. Wilson in Texas and he gave most of us lefties a good spin around in the box," Snider said. "He kind of threw me off a little bit. I really worked hard with Dwayne today in the cage, trying to iron out the swing a little bit, and the results paid off in the game."
THIRD: Might as well stick with the trend here for the third category. It's been defense every day and today is no exception. Snider turned the wrong way on a would-be flyout in the fifth inning, gift-wrapping a double for Nick Markakis. The next batter, Tejada, sent that "stupid" changeup to left for the homer off Morrow. Lesson learned: "I can't make any excuses on that — just make a better play." In the eighth, the Jays sure missed the arm of second baseman Aaron Hill (out with a sore right hamstring). On a relay from center field, second baseman John McDonald made a weak throw to the plate, where Buck bobbled the ball. That gave the O's a 6-5 lead. Fortunately, the lead was temporary.
HOME: Without Jason Frasor available — Gaston gave him the day off since he notched saves in each of the past two games — the Jays turned to Kevin Gregg for the save. Gotta say, he looked good. A 1-2-3 ninth inning with two strikeouts. The first 1-2-3 save for the Jays in four chances this season. On Frasor's days off, Gaston said he will choose between Gregg and Scott Downs for saves based on matchups.
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Morrow's first inning was kind of like the first time I learned how to drive a standard shift. Terrible! I stalled over and over. I hurt my car like Morrow hurt the team. Eventually, it was smoother sailing after that, although I hope Morrow isn't one of those awful first innings starters! Maybe that is why he failed as a reliever in Seattle?
Usually if the fastball isn't there, it's because they are trying to overthrow it. When young pitchers get in trouble, they try to throw harder, and the control goes West. They should watch some Mike Mussina video. When he got in trouble, he would take some off. That messes up a hitter's timing just as much as throwing harder, and he could hit his spots better.
When you look at the way the Jays have scored in their first at bats this Spring, the first inning woes aren't just confined to Brandon Morrow. He missed a couple of starts this Spring, so it may take a bit longer for him to round into form. I like the way he pulled himself together and stayed in the game, and he really has got wicked stuff. He was jerked around a bit in Seattle, bouncing back and forth between the bullpen and the rotation, and IMHO, once he settles in to his starting role, he will be just fine.
I can see Brandon leading the club in strikeouts this year, but he will throw a lot of pitches and may not go deep into games. Dana Eveland will have to eat some innings to keep the bullpen fresh.
I have to say, Jordan, that I don't think John MacDonald's arm is any worse than Hill's. It was simply a bad throw, one that he would make 9 times out of 10.
I think Morrow's shaky start was due to a number of things. He missed 2 starts in st, so he's behind, opening day, new team, new team mates, new catcher and first start just got his nerves out of control. Give him another couple of starts and he'll be fine.
The kids stuff is electric, touched 97 a few times on the gun with good late movement and a nasty slider. So when he gets his walks down and stays healthy, he will be extra special and be that ace we seek.
It's easy to see why Morrow was rated along side Linecum with that power arm he's got. I still can't believe we got this talent for Brandon League-just an exceptional deal by AA.
I know MacDonald could have made a better throw, but the throw did arrive in time, Buck just didn't catch it. The runner should have been out.Not to be negative, but, we had 3-4 passed balls yesterday and I think a few more in previous games, this blotched play today and both Molina and Buck are supposed defensive catchers..If Arencibia gets off to a reasonably hot start in Vegas, we might see him sooner that later if this stuff keeps up. The very last thing we need with a young pitching staff who put a lot of balls in the sirt are guys that can't deal with it.
Good call by Cito to leave Macdonald in there and bunt Snider over.
In my opinion, I think with the way Brandon Morrow pitches, we can count on him for at best a solid 4 2/3 innings every fifth day. Great pitchers know how to keep their pitch count down, this guy reminds me of AJ Burnett the way he finds ways to let hitters get a good count to hit in. The best pitch in baseball is strike 1, I pray Morrow figures this out, because if not, its gonna be a long season for the relievers. Does he have great stuff? Absolutely. Its been one start, lets hope the next one is better and I am wrong about him.
@bastian and @yerouttaheah: Regardless of whoever's playing second base, the throw should have been made.That being said, the 3rd base coach was reading the trajectory of Vernon's throw. Janssen was looking sharp yet again so the Orioles looked to be aggressive on the bases with the speedy Pie on first. If Vernon makes an aggressive throw into the infield, the third base coach wouldn't have waved Pie to try and score. McDonald gave his best effort and to his credit, he laid down a sac bunt the following inning.The @BlueJays aren't going to win many boat races this year so pitching and defense are at a premium. Physical mistakes will always happen but they need to limit the mental mistakes such as Vernon's hustle/throw if they want to win the close games.Watch the video game wrap


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Instructional Technology and Telecommunications (2002-2003)
Admission | Certificates | Courses | Program | Requirements
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The Department of Instructional Technology and Telecommunications offers both a Master of Science in Instructional Technology and Telecommunications and Post Baccalaureate Certificates in Instructional Technology.
Master of Science Program
The M.S. degree is designed to prepare technology specialists; graphic designers; educational technologists; trainers in industry and business; and classroom teachers to develop, produce, and evaluate instructional and training materials. Courses are offered in various formats such as Internet, interactive satellite delivery, two-way compressed video, and hands-on experience. The program provides students with knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Graduates of the program will enter or continue careers in interactive multimedia, computer-based graphics, telecommunications, and distance learning. The program also serves students interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies in instructional technology and related areas.
The Department of Instructional Technology and Telecommunications is dedicated to a high level of academic scholarship in its professional program and to excellence in the preparation of technology specialists. Faculty associated with the department include distinguished scholars, researchers, and authors of national and international reputation. Most faculty have either taught or served in public schools or have worked in professional training and instructional product development settings. All have shown commitment to the continued improvement of education through the process of professional study, the development of new approaches to teaching, and the design and publication of innovative and scholarly courses of study.
Students desiring admission into the graduate program in Instructional Technology and Telecommunications must:
The ITT program welcomes and invites qualified applicants from diverse fields and interests. Graduate assistantships are available to qualified students.
Students seeking the Master of Science in Instructional Technology and Telecommunications may choose to follow a research plan or a course work plan. The research plan is 32 semester hours and includes either ITT 600 Applied Project, or ITT 605 Thesis. The course work plan is 35 semester hours. Students in the course work plan must complete an additional six semester hours chosen from courses in the ITT program. Students selecting the course work plan are required to present to their Graduate Committee a portfolio of completed projects that demonstrate competencies in specific areas (i.e., instructional design, multimedia development, graphics applications, etc.).
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*Students may choose from among courses in the ITT program or from other departments' offerings to augment and enhance their program objectives and employment opportunities.
The department offers post-baccalaureate certificates in Distance Learning, Graphics Applications, Multimedia, Technology Integration in Education, and Training Development . For program details, please go to www.wiu.edu/grad/0203catalog/intech.shtml..
500 Preseminar. (1) Introduction to the fields of instructional technology and telecommunications. Through presentations and discussions with department faculty and invited speakers, a broad sweep of the field will be explored. Graded S/U. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
503 Microcomputer Applications in Instructional Technology. (3) Specific applications of microcomputers in education and training including Computer Assisted Instruction, communication and presentation graphics, multimedia and hypermedia authoring the Internet, word processing databases, and spreadsheets. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
505 Foundations of Instructional Technology. (3) Introductory survey of the field of Instructional Technology. Upon completion students will be able to :1) communicate about the field's terminology, history, accomplishment and issues; and 2) describe the advantages, disadvantages, characteristics, and critical attributes of various instructional media; and critically evaluate the foundations in instructional technology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
510 Principles of Instructional Design. (3) Develop knowledge and skills in systematic analysis of the teaching-learning process using an instructional design approach. Study and application of instructional design theories and models. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
512 Instructional Development for Business and Training. (3) Develop knowledge and skills in using systematic processes for designing training programs for business and industry. Focus will be on the entire process of training/instructional analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
515 Telecommunications and Distance Learning. (3) Examines a variety of telecommunications systems used for distance learning and the challenges surrounding their selection and application. Emphasis is on the effective design, development, and delivery of instructional strategies for distance learning environments. Prerequisite: ITT 510.
516 Internet Resources for Education and Training. (3) Focuses on developing skills in utilizing electronic mail and World Wide Web browsers to locate, download, and integrate Internet resources. Opportunities for students to develop Web pages and discuss issues and challenges surrounding the use of the Internet. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of computers.
525 Grant Writing Basics. (1) To identify and select appropriate grants, learn strategies for effective proposal writing, and develop skills for utilizing a team approach to generate ideas, coordinate writing, maximize organizational involvement, and strengthen successful grant implementation. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
529 Integration of Computer-Based Technology in Schools. (3) Focus on the integration of technologies in the classroom. This course provides opportunities for direct application of knowledge and competencies acquired in prerequisite course work. Prerequisite: ITT 503 or equivalent skills.
530 Graphics Applications in Education and Training. (3) Survey of imaging- related applications such as image editing, drawing, painting, 3D modeling, and presentation software.
534 Issues in Instructional Technology. (3) Provides students with opportunities for further professional growth in instructional technology through exploring contemporary issues in K-12 school settings. Prerequisite: ITT 503 or permission of instructor.
535 Photographic Applications in Education and Training. (3) Production techniques such as still camera handling, basic darkroom skills, and color slide presentations, and the use of photographic images in microcomputer-based multimedia will be explored.
536 Video Production for Multimedia. (3) Emphasizes digital video production techniques such as video camera handling, lighting techniques, special effects, and desktop video editing for use in computer-based multimedia. Prerequisite: ITT 530.
538 Imaging Technology. (3) Study of imagery as a language of communication. Provides practical experiences in digital and electronic still images and nonverbal messages. Students will produce electronic images to be incorporated into education products. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
540 Interactive Multimedia Development. (3) Basic principles of design and development of interactive instructional computer applications. Students will complete several projects utilizing a representative multimedia authoring tool and will create prototype instructional software. Prerequisite: ITT 510 and ITT 503 or permission of instructor.
541 Advanced Interactive Multimedia. (3) Advanced skills in development of media, efficient software design, and application of instructional design principles to deliver computer-based multimedia. Students will perform a series of exercises and continue development of refined multimedia products. Prerequisite: ITT 540.
545 Instructional Web Development. (3) Development of web-based instruction and the application of current commercial products for web-based course delivery. Deals with HTML authoring and adapting graphics and movies for web-based delivery. Prerequisite: ITT 515.
550 Advanced Instructional Design. (3) Design, develop, and evaluate an instructional system. Using the knowledge of instruction design, students will develop a mini-instructional system. Prerequisite: ITT 510.
553 Professional Development. (1–3, repeatable) Studies leading to applications of instructional technology and telecommunications which emphasize competency development in a specialized area, such as: distance learning, electronic classrooms, and computer-based presentation systems. Does not apply to degree program. Graded S/U. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
560 Visual Literacy. (3) Understanding the theories of visual communication and application in preparation of illustrations, icons, and moving images. Students will review the salient literature on visual literacy and apply principles for nonverbal communication in text and computer-based media. Prerequisite: ITT 530.
561 Uses of Virtual Reality. (3) Focuses on the integration of virtual reality technologies for instruction and training. Provides opportunities to develop virtual environment projects utilizing virtual reality authoring systems and effective and efficient virtual environment-based instruction. Prerequisite: ITT 530 or permission of instructor.
565 Management of Instructional Technology. (3) Emphasis is given to infrastructure planning, assessment of local instructional needs, coordinating instructional design and production of multimedia software, identifying equipment and software needs. Prerequisite: ITT 505.
573 Professional Development. (1–3, repeatable to 9) Studies leading to applications of Instructional Technology and Telecommunications which emphasize competency development in a specialized area, such as: distance learning, electronic classrooms, curriculum integration, presentation systems, and multimedia techniques. Course includes the completion of a project. Does not apply to degree plan. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
591 Independent Study. (1–3, repeatable to 3) An investigation of issues related to the student's major area, not specifically covered in other courses. A substantial written report, as well as an informal oral report will be required. Prerequisite: 15 hours of ITT classes, filing of degree plan, graduate committee formed, and permission of the department chair.
600 Applied Project. (3) Advanced level fieldwork in a setting appropriate to the student's professional goals. The result of the applied project will be presented to the student's Graduate Committee. Graded S/U. Prerequisite: permission of department chair.
601 Seminar in Instructional Technology. (2) In-depth guided studies of critical issues and topics in instructional technology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
605 Thesis. (3) Thesis direction under the guidance of a major adviser to meet the need of the student. A written thesis will be presented to the student's Graduate Committee. Graded S/U. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chair.
620 Internship in Instructional Technology. (4) Integrates instructional technology theories and practical skills with application in a real-life environment. Students are exposed to a variety of positions in that environment during the semester. During the internship, the student will demonstrate his/her ability to integrate, organize and manage a project. Graded S/U. Prerequisite: Completion of 15 hours of approved ITT course work and permission of department chair.


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- Page 1 Panasonic TX-P42GT50 Review
- Page 2 Specs and VT50 Comparisons Review
- Page 3 Picture Quality Review
- Sensational 2D picture quality
- Excellent 3D picture quality
- Some good online features
- Not cheap by 42in TV standards
- Pictures not as bright as LED ones
- Viera Connect interface is cumbersome
Key Specifications
- Review Price: £1099.00
- 42in plasma TV
- active 3D support built in
- Viera Connect online service
- Multimedia playback via USB
- Freeview HD and Freesat HD tuners
So far, Panasonic has had a seriously impressive 2012 with its plasma TVs. The ST50 and VT50 models we've seen have all proven spectacular successes in both picture and – in the ST50's case – value terms. There's been a conspicuous absentee from our Panasonic plasma evaluations so far, though: The new GT50 range that sits comfortably between the ST50 and VT50s.
Panasonic's GT30 models were arguably the most crowd-pleasing models of Panasonic's 2011 range – and sold well as a result. So it's surprising to find that Panasonic isn't really pushing the GT50s particularly hard. In fact they're only getting a relatively small-scale release through predominantly independent channels, and are only available in two relatively conservative sizes: The 50in P50GT50 and the 42in Panasonic TX-P42GT50 we're looking at here.
Presumably Panasonic wanted to focus more attention on, and thus bag more sales for, its VT50 series for 2012. But whatever the story behind the GT50's 'limited release', the simple fact is that the GT50s are available to buy now and, as we'll discover, they're still a hugely tempting proposition. Especially this 42in model, since the VT50 series only kicks in at the 50in size.
Design-wise the P42GT50 is nice, without setting the world on fire. It doesn't sport the same 'one layer' finish as the flagship VT50 models, and its bezel is quite wide by modern TV standards. But its glossy black finish contrasts nicely with an outer metallic trim, and the whole set feels extremely robust.
As we would expect of a relatively high-end TV, the P42GT50 keeps its connections ranged around the edges for side access to support wall hanging. The only exception, weirdly, is the main 'kettle lead' power connection, which sticks straight out. Panasonic's provided lead does turn at right angles fairly quickly, but it still sticks out far enough to cause wall-hangers a potential headache.
The connections themselves are plentiful, with highlights of four HDMIs, a D-Sub PC port, three USBs and both LAN and Wi-Fi options for accessing content on networked PCs or Panasonic's Viera Connect online platform. You also get an SD card slot as a further multimedia playback option, and an LNB input alongside the typical antenna input supports a Freesat tuner alongside the usual Freeview one. Naturally both these tuners are HD.
For those of you who haven't read any of our other 2012 Panasonic TV reviews, the current Viera Connect online platform is starting to shape up quite nicely. Content includes Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Eurosport, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Acetrax, BBC News, Fetch TV and iConcerts. Plus MySpace and Disney Books are coming online in the next few months. It would be nice to see LoveFilm and more catchup TV services at some point, but there's enough going on to keep you busy.
In interface terms, Panasonic's main app onscreen menu is rather cumbersome in that it doesn't show as many apps on a single screen as we would like, leaving you having to trawl through 'sublayers' to find specific apps you're after. On the upside, the separate menu for Panasonic's impressively stable online marketplace is excellent – and is ahead of rival platforms in that it supports microtransactions and other hardware (joysticks, 3D glasses, keyboards etc).
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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Led by junior righty Daniel Heefner (Tracy, Calif.) baseball notched their first win of the 2012 campaign as they defeated the Devils of FDU-Florham (0-3) by the final score of 9-7 Saturday afternoon at the Chain of Lakes Park Saturday afternoon.
In his season debut Heefner was solid for seven innings as he allowed just one run, which was unearned on four hits. He also retired four batters and did not surrender a walk. Showing total control over his pitches the California native did not allow a hit until the fourth inning when the Devils recorded back-to-back singles.
At the plate the Beacons bats were just as consistent as they put-up eight of their nine runs in the first six innings of Saturday's non-conference game. Catcher Taylor Kapulka (Worcester, Mass.) fueled UMass Boston's 11-hit effort as he went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run scored. The sophomore was one of five players for UMass Boston to finish with two hits.
Also having a solid afternoon was junior college transfer Jamill Moquette (Boston, Mass.) who went 2-for-3, with two RBI and one scored. The Boston native reached base a total of four times as he was also walked twice.
The Devils also went on to record 11 hits in Saturday's match-up, with seven of those coming in the final two frames. After being held to just one run through seven, FDU-Florham started to mount a comeback in the eighth as they tallied five runs to make the game much more interesting. Steve Seminerio was one of three Devils to finish with two hits. Going into the contest, Seminerio was a perfect 8-for-8, but was held hitless in his first three at-bats.
UMass wasted little time getting on the scoreboard as they jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the bottom half of the first on an error by FDU's pitcher. They then made it a four-run game in the third was Kapulka drove in a pair of runs on single down the right field line. The third run of the inning came on a wild pitch which scored Charles LaPaglia (Marshfield, Mass.).
The Beacons lead continued to grow in the fifth on RBI singles by Kapulka and Moquette. In the sixth it was Moquette who notched two RBI on a single through the left side. Despite falling into the eight-run hole the Devils did not go down quietly as they scored their first run of the afternoon in the seventh. After the five-run top of the eighth, UMass got an insurance run in the bottom half of the frame on a suicide squeeze, which scored Mike McCormack to make it a three run game at the time (9-6).
FDU's final run of the afternoon came in the top half of the ninth, but that late rally came to a screeching halt when Jeff Thomas (Redwood City, Calif.) stepped on the hill. On his first pitch, the Beacons were able to get two outs in the form of an unassisted out at first, followed by a great rundown at third. From there Thomas just took over as he got the next batter to groundout to first to secure the victory and to earn his first save of the season.
Baseball returns to action tomorrow when they face Franklin and Marshall College at 1:30 p.m. in a doubleheader at Weber International University in Babson Park.


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This may still lag considerably behind Brazil's 2.7GW, but Amdee expects Mexico to finish 2013 with at least 600MW more wind capacity.
Mexico has avoided the grid bottlenecks that currently afflict Brazil through the use of so-called open seasons, points out Ramon Fiestas, who chairs the Latin American committee of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). These are periods in which federal grid operator Comision Federal de Energia (CFE) invites developers to make offers strictly linked to available grid capacity.
But developers are detecting a change in tone from CFE as it struggles to balance ever larger amounts of wind nationwide. Over 95% of Mexico's installed wind capacity is in the state of Oaxaca, one of the windiest spots on the planet. CFE is finalising the next open season for just over 2GW of new capacity in Oaxaca, but says there are hold-ups due to problems in establishing the costs of new power lines, which are be financed by developers. Rising voices of concern say the delays are due to CFE's growing resistance to wind. Delays are also affecting further calls for new wind capacity, each at around 700MW, for the states of Tamaulipas and Baja California.
Action on the ground in Oaxaca remains frenetic. Spanish energy group Gas Natural Fenosa has started building its 234MW Bii Hioxo project in the south of the state. Earlier this year Italian utility Enel commissioned its 144MW Bii Nee Stipa wind project in the Juchitan de Zaragoza district, and French utility EDF has started building the 164MW Bii Stinu wind project, in which Japan's Mitsui has bought a 50% stake. Amdee expects that arbitration taking place between developers and local wind-energy opponents will eventually allow development of the 396MW Marenas project in San Dionisio del Mar and the 137MW Piedra Larga II.
Long-term doubts
Even if the new open seasons are launched, the grid capacity eventually up for grabs will not cover the sum of existing projects in those states, let alone new ones coming up, says Leopoldo Rodriguez, board member and former president of Amdee.
However, Rodriguez is optimistic that Mexico's central government, which took office in December 2012, will push forward pro-wind measures. One of its first moves was to ratify the climate change law of October 2012, prioritising a 35% renewable electricity target to 2025, up from 25% by the end of 2012.
Environment secretary Juan Jose Guerra has also fostered a report compiled by consultants PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) illustrating a minimum of 12GW of wind capacity to be viable nationwide by 2020, with little or even no price support mechanism, because of Mexico's strong and constant winds.
Based on the report, Guerra sympathises with Amdee's demand for regulation to free grid access to numerous small wind projects of up to 30MW, distributed across the country. How this political support finally pans out, however, remains to be seen.
Meanwhile, Oaxaca is losing ground to other states. The Comexhidro project in Nuevo Leon has ordered 22MW of turbines from GE. Vestas is supplying the 54MW Porvenir in Tamaulipas and the 50MW Los Altos project in Jalisco. Also in Jalisco, Spain's Eoliatec has started building the 120MW Ojuelos project. In March, US utility Sempra Energy won a power purchase agreement (PPA) in the US state of California for its 156MW Sierra de Juarez project in Baja California. That state also made a call to tender on the 50MW Rumorosa II project and local developer Geomex has claimed land rights for an 850MW development there. Projects are also sprouting across Chiapas, Chihuahua and Veracruz.
Uruguay growth plans
Uruguay is hotly tipped as the next big wind-power player in Latin America. State-run grid operator Usinas y Trasmisiones Electricas (UTE) believes 400MW of new capacity will be up or being built this year, an 800% leap on the 54MW cumulative capacity to the end of 2012.
The pro-wind catalyst came in 2010 when the government set a 1.2GW wind target to 2015, equivalent to around half of Uruguay's total installed electricity capacity. Since 2011, UTE has signed provisional and final PPAs for 22 wind projects totalling more than 900MW.
This year alone, turbine manufacturers Vestas, Enercon and Nordex claim to have picked up orders totalling 339MW. In June, Vestas started building French developer Akuo Energy's 42MW Minas project. Vestas is also preparing to build the 90MW Pintado project in the Florida region for local developer Cofusa. In both cases, 3MW turbines will be used.
An adviser to Enercon says the Germany company will start installing 2MW machines this autumn at the 100MW Esperanza wind complex in Peralta, developed by a German-Uruguayan joint venture called Agua Leguas. Enercon also has permits to set up a concrete tower manufacturing unit in the nearby town of Paso del Toro to feed the project.
Earlier this year, Germany's Nordex won two turbine deals to supply a total of 45 units of 2.4MW: one for Akuo's 50MW Florida project, the other for the 67.2MW Artigas development in the Colony of Juan Pablo Terra, developed by UTE itself. The grid operator has doubled the capacity it intends to develop itself to 400MW.
Developers are delighted with state and local authorities pushing wind-power development. A 90% reduction in business tax for wind operators for the first four years, together with other fiscal and duty breaks compensate for a feed-in tariff of just $64/MWh. And even if administrative bottlenecks prevent targets being reached by 2015, the developing momentum means they will probably be met sooner or later, according to Brian Gaylord, lead Latin America analyst at Make Consulting.
Chilean finance needs
Chile has some of the world's best winds and high wholesale electricity prices of $100-200/MWh. Wind operators do not need a feed-in tariff but simply a long-term specific mechanism granting renewables priority access to the grid, together with a solid structure for long-term PPAs, according to Fiestas.
Nevertheless, such mechanisms are totally lacking at present, keeping cumulative capacity at just 205MW, despite the 2GW of projects long-since licensed and a further 2GW lined up for approval. Only developers with deep pockets, such as utilities, or with special financing arrangements, are moving forward.
A large part of Irish developer Mainstream Renewable Power's 400MW project portfolio in Chile, for instance, is tied up with Chinese manufacturer Goldwind. The turbine maker is providing finance for its Latin American projects through its investment arm, Goldwind Capital. Goldwind is providing 1.5MW turbines for Mainstream's 33MW Negrete Cuel project in southern Chile, as well as its 240MW Ckani project in Antofagasta region, where it has also taken a 50% development stake.
Similarly, Enel Green Power connected its 90MW Talinay wind plant in Coquimbo region in March. The plant uses Vestas 2MW turbines. Talinay also clinched a 12-year, EUR110 million loan backed by the Danish government's export credit agency EKF. Insiders widely view that finance deal as a Danish intervention to aid an emblematic national manufacturer.
But the head of steam gathering behind Chile's potentially huge market could be released in the next year or so, following approval by congress in June of a new energy law setting a 25% renewable electricity target to 2025. This figure is an increase on the 20% target initially proposed in February 2012, a signal of growing enthusiasm for renewables. At the time of writing, the law remains to be ratified by the senate. Whether it pans out into specific regulation underpinning PPAs for small and large developers alike remains to be seen.


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We use 'can' to ask for and give permission. (We also use 'may' for this but is more formal and much less common.)
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The Nashoba Regional High School football team drew the top seed in this year's Division 2 playoffs, and will face fourth-seeded Holy Name on Tuesday night, at Doyle Field, in Leominster.
Kickoff will be at 5:15 p.m.
After its 46-14 win over North Middlesex on Thanksgiving Day, Nashoba enters the game with an 11-0 record. Holy Name, which lost, 33-8, to the Chieftains during the regular season, is 7-4.
Second-seeded Doherty (9-2) meets third-seeded Shepherd Hill (9-2) in the other playoff semifinal. The winners of the two games will clash in the Division 2 Super Bowl on Saturday.


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If you're the kind of person who has a cow on Friday the 13th, then stay away from Chick-fil-A. You'll see a lot of people dressed up like cows to get free chicken because the fast-food chain's annual Cow Appreciation Day falls on Freaky Friday this year. You can also submit a photo of your costume, and the best one will win a $100 gift card to the restaurant. Get moo-vin'!
Six Freaky Things That Happened on Friday the 13th
Today is the third Friday the 13th of the year (the next one won't be until September 2013). If you're not spooked yet, check out this list of freaky things that have happened on this year's Freaky Fridays -- and a few others through history.


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Boats for sale in Szigetszentmiklós, Hungary
CNB CNB 762020Request Price
Inaugurating a new-generation coachroof when she was launched, the CNB 76 revolutionised the relationship with space and the sea.Who would guess that behind these flowing lines there is more than two metres of standing headroom in the saloon, from which there is a perfect view of the outside world?Philippe Briand devoted all his know-how to the CNB 76, creating a yacht of masterful proportions, suited to all roles.Designed from the outset to be operated by a small crew, she can also comfortably accommodate a couple of professional crew.Access to the galley and to a generous cabin by way of the cockpit affords the crew genuine privacy.Forward of the saloon, the owner has a true suite, which still leaves two very good cabins amidships for guests.This dual role is also reflected on deck:the massive guest cockpit is never obstructed by controls, which are sent back to the area around the helming stations, above the sidedecks. On board, everything is treated as on a One-off:the professional fitting out of the galley, the light-filled environment and even the soundproofing of the engine-room.As for the integral garage, it enables a 3.85-m tender with its engine to be stowed in less than a minute, an arrangement generally reserved for a 90-foot monohull. Launched in 2014 after six months of offshore trials, seventeen CNB 76s have already been built.With the luxury of her amenities and her extensive customisation options, she is the direct descendant of CNB's One-offs.More…391
Lagoon SEVENTY 72020Request Price
This more than 23-metre yacht marks an important step for Lagoon towards a world in which elegance and refinement are the watchwords. Lagoon brought together an illustrious team for the design of its flagship: VPLP, Patrick Le Quément and Nauta Design. All have strived to produce a catamaran where harmony reigns between the interior and exterior living spaces, where compromise does not exist, where innovation enhances comfort and life at sea.More…21
Lagoon 5602020Request Price
560 : THE ART OF HOSPITALITYThe 560 gave Lagoon a strong lead in terms of comfort, ergonomics and style, combining the world-renowned talents of the architectural firm VPLP and the design consultants Nauta.The version offers an additional choice of layouts which are unequalled for this size of catamaran: up to 5 fully independent cabins and the choice between a galley in the port hull or as a centre island. The 560, designed for hospitable cruising, offers a layout which is ideal for accommodating a skipper, who has his own private quarters on board. ABOVE DECKSThe fly bridge is a veritable upper-deck saloon (access via closable stairway). Its helm station provides perfect visibility and includes a magnificent spot for sunbathing at the rearThe cockpit is fully protected from the sun and sea spray and is on the same level as the galley cuisine (centre galley version), saloon and chart table. Includes large sliding glass doorLarge and practical foredeck cockpitTransom platforms specially designed for safe boarding BELOW DECKSA wide choice of layouts with 4 or 5 cabins ensures that each owner finds the answer to his cruising programme in the comfort provided by Nauta Design.The cockpit is directly accessible from the owner's cabin (starboard) and guest cabin (port) (or from the galley in the "port-side galley" version)owner's cabin includes office, separate washroom and direct access to the cockpitGuest cabins include VIP accommodation with separate washroomsIn the "central galley" version, the saloon is made up of a lounge area and an "L-shaped" galley separated by a stowage unit that can also accommodate a TV on a lift mechanism on the lounge sideSaloon includes L-shaped galley separated by a stowage unit that can also accommodate a TV set on the saloon sideMore…20
Lagoon 52 F2020Request Price
The 52 marks a whole new era in the design of cruising catamarans, as indeed did its predecessor, the famed 500. With its diamond-shaped vertical bows, bevelled hulls, its as if levitated deckhouse and tall rig, the 52 is no ordinary catamaran, but its originality goes a great deal further than just its "outer" appearance, or even its interior layout. This Lagoon is the result of lengthy discussions between the architects at Van Peteghem-Lauriot Prévost (VPLP), the Italian Nauta Design agency and the Lagoon design department. These discussions led us to make some important and sometimes radical choices, while remaining faithful to what we believe in, in terms of elegance, comfort, safety, user friendliness and, it goes without saying, performance under sail. The 52 is now available in 2 versions: FlyBridge or SporTop. 52 : LUXURIOUS AND CONTEMPORARYNoble and luxurious materials, with soft shades for a harmonious interior continuous horizontal and fluent lines give the interior open and generous spaces continuity between exterior and interior life a slender exterior design for a boat with a strong character EXTERIOR: ELEGANCE, COMFORT AND SAFETYThe boat is accessed via open aft transoms, facilitating boarding and disembarking broad sidedecks, with recessed deck hatches the cockpit is level with the saloon, and has an outdoor lounge and sun-lounging area to starboard the fly bridge is reached either by a staircase leading from the cockpit, or by another leading from the deck on the starboard side the steering station can be adjusted to three different positions (starboard, centre or port), giving the skipper perfect visibility under sail or when manoeuvring INTERIORS: COMFORT, SPACE, LIGHT…The saloon encompasses the lounge and dining table to starboard, a large galley in U shape on port side the chart table in the middle, facing out to sea. The "U" galley is equipped with large hot plates, large work space and plenty of storage the circulation in the salon is optimized, between the lounge and the galley all the cabins have large double beds, storage space in keeping with the offshore sailing program of the boat and, of course, an en-suite bathroom with separate showerthe cabins have incomparable natural lighting thanks to the fixed hull windows, together with excellent ventilation thanks to the deck hatches and portholes that open out to the hull-side or to the cockpitMore…221
Lagoon 3802020Request Price
LAGOON 380: ENJOYING LIFE… Undisputed world champion in its category (more than 700 boats delivered in 2013), the 380 is still going strong. It's fast, easy to manoeuvre and safe, and has a legion of fans spread across the world's oceans. - enjoying life on the high seas in a seaworthy craft- enjoying life in port on a comfortable, welcoming boat ABOVE DECK move around easily and safely thanks to wide side decks and a rigid walkway on the trampoline… - transom platforms provide easy access to the sea and dinghy- the cockpit is a real outdoor lounge area BELOW DECK - saloon and cabins bathed in natural light (large hull windows) - 360° vision in the rounded saloon - galley located between cockpit and saloon - engines compartments are far from the living areas and perfectly insulatedMore…21
Lagoon 402020Request Price
A SLEEK AND INNOVATIVE DESIGNWith her new visual identity, the 40 immediately stands out. While faithful to the image of Lagoon's "DNA", a new style is born: an individual, streamlined and accomplished design depicts her large portholes and panoramic view. This creates a refined and high-performance unit, emphasised by the chamfer running from the bow to the stern. A new generation Lagoon, recognisable at first sight. EXTERIOR: SPACE AND COMFORT- A comfortable cockpit looking out to sea: a starboard dining table, able to accommodate up to twelve guests, a recreation area on the same side and seating at the rear beam.- An ergonomic helm station accessible from the cockpit or deck, thus enabling communication between the skipper and crew at all times.- Large aft transoms with a spacious swim platform, allowing simple access to the tender and safe, easy boarding.- A forward cockpit, fitted with a sunbathing area, provides further living space. EXTERIOR: SPACE AND COMFORT- A comfortable cockpit looking out to sea: a starboard dining table, able to accommodate up to twelve guests, a recreation area on the same side and seating at the rear beam.- An ergonomic helm station accessible from the cockpit or deck, thus enabling communication between the skipper and crew at all times.- Large aft transoms with a spacious swim platform, allowing simple access to the tender and safe, easy boarding.- A forward cockpit, fitted with a sunbathing area, provides further living space. NEW GENERATION RIGGING: PERFORMANCE AND SIMPLICITYA symbol of the new generation Lagoons, the 40 is endowed with advanced performance features: a VPLP hull structure and an increased sail area provide a better sail surface area / displacement ratio. The decision to position the mast step further aft, which stems directly from VPLP's experience in competitive sailing, provides this catamaran with multiple advantages:A self-tacking jib for simplified manoeuvres.- A large forward triangle for a wider choice of downwind sails: a guarantee of performance.- A shorter boom for ease of manoeuvring.- A main sail, with a high aspect ratio, enabling the capture of better airflow in the upper parts of the sail for optimised performance.- The re-centring of weight, thanks to aft positioning of rigging, considerably reduces pitching. INTERIOR: ELEGANCE AND LUMINOSITY- A selection of luxurious materials, by Nauta Design, enhances the new interior lines.- A wide choice of accommodation layouts to meet the needs of owners and large families: available in three or four cabins.- A new aft cabin, fitted with a « semi Island bed » berth and multiple storage space.- Large hull window glazing with integrated portholes in the cabin provide exceptional natural light and an outstanding view. Particular attention given to volume layout, smooth flow of circulation and luminosity makes this new interior a truly pleasant living area.More…20
Lagoon SEVENTY 82020Request Price
The SEVENTY 8, the new flagship, is making her grand entrance at Lagoon. This yacht, over 24 metres in length, designed by the great names of naval architecture, VPLP, Patrick Le Quément and Nauta Design, thus signals entrance into a Motor Yacht world in which luxury and comfort are the watchwords. Her silhouette, with timeless elegance, and the harmonious lines of her coachroof go hand in hand with large volumes to create a universe free of compromise, in which space is true luxury. ON DECK: WELLBEING AND COMFORT UNDER WAY- The SEVENTY 8's massive flybridge can be customised as you wish: Jacuzzi, large folding dining table to starboard, magnificent sunbathing area forward, not to mention a hard top / bimini with electrically opening roof.- The ergonomic helming station with a seat to starboard enables enjoyment of the experience of navigating the vessel while admiring the immensity of the ocean.- A 322 sq.ft.) forward platform, a positive dance-floor, offering unrivalled space for relaxation and freedom.- An aft cockpit, with a view over the open sea, with a lounging space to port, a large aft seat as well as a dining table.- A Tenderlift platform, linking the two transom skirts and affording an exceptional bathing deck.- Connected spaces that become one, like a "walk around" inviting you to explore this grand Motor Yacht. BELOW DECKS: A LUXURIOUS AND HARMONIOUS WORLD- Well-balanced finishes, refined interior panelling and the meticulous choice of materials by Nauta Design create a timeless elegance.- A huge saloon equipped with contemporary furniture, complemented by large glazing units and exceptional headroom, provides an unrivalled panoramic view.- Exceptional communication between interior and exterior: among the large panoramic windows, the central one is a door, thus providing perfect ventilation of the saloon but also the cockpit, while providing communication with the forward cockpit.- A real owner's suite, independent of the rest of the vessel, providing access to the sea with a private beach: a technological gem!- Large hull glazings with integral portholes for the cabins enable admission of exceptional natural light and provide a magnificent view outside.- A very wide choice of layouts for different scenarios of life on board: up to 5 cabins, each fitted with an island bed, ample storage spaces and complemented by a private bathroom.- Crew cabins in the forward hulls for greater comfort and space, available with the aft galley option. DID YOU SAY "CUSTOM" ?For the more demanding, 269 sq.ft of fully configurable space will enable you to create your very own SEVENTY 8. This option is available only in the forward galley version, as the customisable space is in the aft portion of the port hull.Endurance and performance: undertaking bluewater cruises with total peace of mind.- Powerful engines: Volvo D11 – 510 HP as standard / John Deere N13 – 580 HP as an option, enabling speeds of up to 19 knots.- Large fuel tanks with a total capacity of 2,245 US.gal giving a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles.- Fresh water capacity of 396 US.gal.More…26
Lagoon 630 MY2020Request Price
How can you combine the requirements of offshore cruising with the high standards of a luxury motor yacht?Many yachtsmen have long wanted to expand their horizons with a long range, good performance motor yacht in total comfort and serenity.And so the Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht was born: Heir to the widely renowned marine qualities of the Lagoon 620, its program includes long distance blue water as well as coastal cruising aboard a luxurious residence.To launch this model, Lagoon decided to highlight the reliability of this newcomer in the world of large motor yachts by making her cross the Atlantic Ocean!More…33
Lagoon SIXTY 72020Request Price
Imagine a haven of peace. Home away from home. A sanctuary shelter from which to explore the vastness. This is freedom. At its purest. "The SIXTY 7 expresses first of all: a reasoned elegance. An elegance that founds its source within the purity of its lines. It's that kind of beauty that has a lot of happy ways to be contradictory: vast and yet concise, reaching the Being by avoiding the Appear." "The interiors of the new SIXTY 7 is the latest step in an evolution defined by open and uninterrupted spaces that join the interior and exterior seamlessly and open views onto the beauty that you can sail to with these stable, seaworthy and dependable catamaran." "The smooth flow between interior and exterior creates a feeling of warmth and conviviality throughout the boat. Whether you're sailing with family or with friends, we have thought about every moment of life on board and about the unique places and atmospheres that make each one special." Crafted for oceans and costal cruising. The central helm station stands alongside lounging spaces offering a sensational visibility.More…
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Kids Zone
Hi Kids!
I'm Lochie the Lifeguard and my job is to keep everyone safe when in and around water. Join me in the Kids Zone to learn lots of great information on water safety and enjoy hours of fun activities.
Test your skills and knowledge by playing these interactive water safety games. Learn more ways to stay safe when in and around water while having fun!
Try some of these fantastic water safety activities to keep you busy throughout the year. Learning how to be safe when in, on and around the water is invaluable. You never know when you might need to use your lifesaving skills to help a friend or family member without putting yourself in danger.
Visiting your local beach, public swimming pool, river, lake or dam on a hot day can be fun, but it's important that you follow these easy to remember rules known as the AquaCode.
The National Water Safety Quiz is a fun and interactive way to learn about water safety in the classroom. There are 27 questions to be answered within a time limit of 20 minutes.


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Monday's poll of more than 40 economists, conducted over the last week, followed a meeting of the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bankers on Saturday, who pledged to put growth before austerity to revive the global economy.
More than anywhere else in the world, the southern European economies of the euro zone have borne the brunt of austerity, which has brought a far higher economic and human cost than many of its proponents envisaged in 2010.
Economists expect the jobless rate in Spain and Greece will remain above the 27 percent mark, even going into 2015, according to the poll.
The euro zone unemployment rate hit 12.2 percent in May, leaving more than 19.3 million people out of work - equivalent to the combined populations of Austria and Belgium.
"The endless fiscal austerity simply hasn't worked and unemployment - particularly youth unemployment - remains a serious problem for the euro zone," said Alan McQuaid, economist at Merrion Stockbrokers in Dublin.
"In the absence of pro-growth measures the jobless rates in 'peripheral' countries will remain elevated for some time."
A separate Reuters poll last week named youth unemployment the top threat to the future of the euro zone economy, alongside its sickly banking system.
At least the latest survey showed Portugal and Spain should manage a return to feeble growth next year, while Greece might escape a six-year depression in 2014, even if outright growth looks a long way off.
Overall, the economic outlook was little changed from the last poll in April.
Ireland, often grouped with the southern European countries because of its banking collapse and big budget deficit, has achieved modest economic growth for most of the last two years, although it fell back into recession at the start of this year.
Economists expect its economy will pick up in 2014, rising 1.9 percent, and unemployment there to come down gradually - bucking the trend of the other three countries in the poll.
Exports are currently the only growth engine for Spain's economy, dragged down by dire domestic consumption and the hobbled property markets, which makes recovery dependent on how the international economy performs in the next few quarters.
But it is mainly the United States that is driving the world economy forward at the moment.
"We're in for another couple of difficult years," said Nicolas Lopez, M&G Valores in Madrid.
"(Spain) won't be seeing strong growth any time soon, considering the imbalances which the country has created and must fix, so, at the moment, I can't see substantial growth in Spain until 2016 at the earliest."
Greece, ground zero for the euro zone's sovereign debt crisis, looks certain to spend its sixth straight year in an economic depression, shrinking around 4.5 percent this year.
"The overall picture remains mixed. The restoration of balance in the twin deficits - the current account and budget gaps - which reflected the Greek economy's (disease) for years, is a positive sign," said Angelos Tsakanikas, economist at Greece's IOBE economic research institution.
However, the country also faces big political problems. Its government has a wafer-thin majority, while civil unrest is rife, particularly after a bill last week to lay off 25,000 public sector worker in eight months.
Portugal too has been in the midst of a political crisis that threatens to derail the country's adjustment efforts and exit from a 78 billion euro EU/IMF bailout by mid-2014 as planned.
Investor fears were eased at the weekend when the president said he was not calling a snap election, but problems remain.
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The Steyer brothers: 'We're fearless'
California activist Jim Steyer is following his billionaire little brother into national politics — he's launching a political advocacy group, and a super PAC may follow.
Steyer, 57, a children's advocate with close ties to Hillary Clinton, hasn't quite figured out how to stage his debut as a major player. But he promises it will be memorable.
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"You don't bring a squirt gun to a fight where the other guys have AK-47s," he said in a telephone interview. "I will tell you this: We're fearless."
Younger brother Tom Steyer, 56, splashed onto the national radar last fall with huge investments in the Virginia governor's race that helped boost Democrat Terry McAuliffe to a slim victory. He recently pledged to spend at least $100 million on the fall campaign to knock out candidates who don't share his views on the urgency of combating global warming.
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Skeptics have suggested Tom Steyer's influence on electoral politics may be limited, despite his wealth, by his narrow focus on climate change. His big brother's entry into politics changes that equation, vastly expanding the issues that the Steyers will engage on — and raising inevitable questions about whether they are seeking to become the liberal answer to the Koch brothers.
While Tom Steyer seems a bit uneasy with the comparison, Jim Steyer embraces it. "I take that as a compliment," he said.
He makes clear the brothers' ambitions are no small thing: "We are trying to change the world."
The biggest potential asset Jim Steyer brings to partnership is his link to the grassroots. Nearly a million parents and 145,000 teachers subscribe to ratings services he runs to assess the quality of children's TV programs, video games and educational apps.
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Jim Steyer sees them as an untapped political force. And he intends to mobilize them. "Kids deserve a voice as powerful as the NRA is for gun owners, as powerful as the AARP is for seniors," he said, "and we are going to deliver that."
Jim Steyer's interests are wider than his brother's; he has focused on education, technology, poverty and children's privacy.
He also has a broader network than his brother. While Tom has worked almost exclusively with Democrats, Jim Steyer counts many Republicans as friends and allies. Margaret Spellings, the education secretary for President George W. Bush, calls him a "ball of fire" with "unbounded" passion and energy. Top GOP strategist Mark McKinnon is so much a fan that he agreed to serve on the board of Steyer's new 501(c)4 advocacy group.
( Also on POLITICO: Tom Steyer vs. Koch brothers cage fight)
Those in his orbit say he is relentless — in a friendly, hyperactive sort of way — about cajoling them into financing his ventures and backing his ambitions. McKinnon, for instance, doesn't remember exactly how he met Jim but knows it was no accident: "He figured I could help him, and he found me." That's how most people meet Jim Steyer, he added. "He's connected to more big names than Kevin Bacon," he said.
Indeed, Jim Steyer's star-studded network of friends spans power centers from Silicon Valley to Hollywood to Wall Street to the White House. A conversation with him whirls like a carousel through the social register as he drops name after big name.
"He's a force of nature," said Evan Marwell, who has worked with Jim on connecting schools to the internet. "He's got an incredible network and he uses that network."
Jim Steyer made many of those connections while teaching political science classes at Stanford over the past 25 years.
His former students include New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker and National Security Adviser Susan Rice. Steyer also taught Chelsea Clinton and can't stop raving about her. She was a "star student," he said, impressing him so much that he hired her as a teaching assistant and research aide.
Steyer was close with the Clintons long before Chelsea arrived on campus. He met Hillary Clinton 25 years ago, he said, through her work for the Children's Defense Fund. He raves about her, too.
Despite his loyalty to the Clintons, Steyer has tried to remain nonpartisan in recent decades to protect the integrity of his nonprofits. A registered independent, he says with pride that he does not donate to political candidates. Ever.
Told that campaign finance records show he made a $2,300 donation to Hillary Clinton in 2007, he falls uncharacteristically silent for a moment. Must be from his wife, he says.
But it's in his name.
"Hillary?" he asks. Another pause. "OK," he says finally, sounding sheepish. "One time. By mistake." (The records also show a contribution to John Kerry in 2002, but no other state or federal donations.)
Steyer's thin record in national politics to date points up one difference between the Steyer brothers and the Koch brothers.
Here's another: Both Charles and David Koch are billionaires many times over; the latest Forbes rankings pegs their assets at $34 billion apiece. Tom Steyer, who made his fortune running a hedge fund, is a billionaire of a much smaller magnitude — Forbes estimates his wealth at $1.4 billion. And Jim is no billionaire at all. He just happens to know a lot of them and has no doubts they'll help him fund his political drive. (He won't disclose his own resources but says he'll be relying on fundraising, not taking out his checkbook.)
Some analysts are skeptical that the Steyers will ever match the Kochs in political savvy. Their issues — education, the environment, poverty — are decidedly second tier, said Matt Mackowiak, a Republican strategist. The Koch brothers, by contrast, "pay attention to the story of the day," he said, and latch on to "front-burner issues" to draw in grass-roots activists and amplify their own political influence.


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