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Ethics Committee investigating Rep. Don Young of Alaska
The House of Representatives Ethics Committee is investigating Alaska Republican Rep. Don Young over allegations of wrongly taking gifts, using campaign funds for personal purposes and lying to federal officials.
The ethics committee said Tuesday that it was creating an investigative subcommittee to determine whether Young broke the law or House rules. The decision to move forward with an investigation follows an initial probe by the ethics panel in which it reviewed evidence against Young.
Young declined a request for an interview to discuss the allegations.
"We have no comment at this time," Young spokesman Michael Anderson said, adding that Young has cooperated with investigators and will continue to do so.
The allegations are that Young "or persons acting on his behalf improperly obtained, received or accepted gifts, improperly used official resources or campaign funds for personal purposes, failed to report certain gifts on his annual financial disclosure statements and made false statements to federal officials."
Corruption investigations have dogged Young for years. At one point, the Justice Department drew up a draft indictment that included the synopsis that "Donald Young, in his capacity as congressman of Alaska, accepted and expected things of value (trips, meals, golf, etc.) from lobbyists, and in exchange he would provide them with official actions (meetings, letters, legislation)." The indictment wasn't used, and Young has not been charged.
The FBI had Young under investigation for at least four years. That inquiry concluded with a 2010 memo. "It was determined that there was not evidence beyond a reasonable doubt to ultimately convict Congressman Young," the memo said.
The Justice Department appears to still have an interest in Young.
The Ethics Committee said Tuesday that it had received a referral from the Justice Department with information about Young's expenses and travel costs. "The committee has reviewed the referral without prejudice or presumptions as to the merit of the allegations," the panel said.
Young has been Alaska's lone member of the House of Representatives since 1973. The 79-year-old Young already has announced plans to run in 2014 for what would be his 22nd term.
Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Patrick Meehan will lead the subcommittee investigating Young. The other members of the panel are Texas Republican Rep. William "Mac" Thornberry and Massachusetts Democratic Reps. Michael Capuano and William Keating.
The Ethics Committee wouldn't comment on the specifics of the charges or anything else regarding the probe.
Young, if found guilty of violating congressional rules, might face sanctions that include a letter of reprimand from the Ethics Committee, a censure or reprimand by the full House and a fine. The committee also could send its findings to the Justice Department and the Federal Election Commission if it decides that Young has committed criminal violations.
The FBI's investigation covered Young's connections to the disgraced oil-field service contractor Bill Allen and his Veco Corp. It also dealt with the revelation that Young or someone from his office had changed the 2005 transportation bill after it passed Congress. The changed version of the bill funded start-up work sought by a Young campaign contributor who wanted an interchange built in Florida.
A former aide to Young told the investigators in 2008 that Young and his wife, Lu, had used campaign funds for personal expenses that included meals and travel.
"The Youngs don't think they should have to pay for anything when they are in Alaska, including dinners, laundry and dry cleaning," the unnamed former aide is quoted as saying in documents that a judge ordered released last year to the watchdog group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington.
The former aide alleged that Young's wife, who died in 2009, usually would receive $300 checks from campaign funds at the start of each of the couple's trips to Alaska.
The Justice Department documents said the former aide also had told investigators that campaign money paid for chartered flights to Fort Yukon, Alaska, where Young has a small house and was building a second house. The flights at one point were full of building supplies, and no campaign events took ever place in Fort Yukon, the former Young aide told the criminal investigators.
The former aide described a portrait unveiling in Washington that was associated with Young becoming the chairman of the House transportation committee.
"Arrangements were made in 2002 for the Young family to travel from Anchorage to D.C. on a FEDEX jet at a cost of $17,000 for approximately 13 people. . . .Young knew of the arrangements and that the costs were covered by the campaign," the former aide said.
It's not clear from the heavily blacked-out documents what investigators did with the allegations of Young misusing campaign funds. Young, through his lawyer, has denied them as well as any other wrongdoing.


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Livingston County Wreck Kills One
CHATSWORTH – One person is dead following a single-vehicle crash in Livingston County's Charlotte Township on Wednesday afternoon.
Livingston County Coroner Mike Burke said a car was eastbound when it went into the ditch before crossing the road, flipping and coming to rest on its top in a field on the north side of County Road 1000 North.
First responders from Chatsworth Fire and SELCAS Ambulance responded to the crash and found the driver without signs of life. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene at 5:30 p.m.
The crash is under investigation by Livingston County Sheriff's Police and attempts are being made to notify family members. An autopsy is scheduled for today (Friday).

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The Secret Service is investigating a poll that was posted on the social networking site Facebook over the weekend that asked users whether President Obama should be assassinated, officials said today.
The online survey was posted on Saturday and was scrubbed from the site after officials learned of its presence. Still, government officials said they cannot take the threat lightly.
"We are aware of it and we will take the appropriate investigative steps," Darrin Blackford, a spokesman for the Secret Service, said. "We take these things seriously."
The survey asked "Should Obama be killed?" and had response choices of: No, Maybe, Yes and Yes if he cuts my healthcare. The poll was not created by the social networking site but by an independent user relying on a third-party application. More than 730 people took the survey, which has since been removed from the site.


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Looks like that's it for Darren. The Australian selectors seem to have developed a fondness for dumping players indirectly by just failing to name them in a squad, or not renew their contracts. The same thing happened to Bichel and Bevan.
Good news for Hayden though, looks like he will get another shot in the ODIs.


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Sea bed on the Costa Brava
The fabulous landscapes of Cadaqués on the northeast coast of Spain, are not just a feast for the eyes: the best way to discover the Cap de Creus Nature Reserve –where this Mediterranean town is located– is by enjoying a range of sports activities. A good way to see the forests and meadows further inland is to don your walking boots and set off on one of the hiking routes. And sailing is the ideal way to explore the rocky coastline, bays and cliffs. If you hire a sailing boat or take a boat trip, you'll even have the chance of a dip in a secluded cove which can only be reached by sea.
The crystal-clear waters of Cadaqués are also perfect for scuba diving. The exceptionally clear water and the richness of life on the sea bed offer truly spectacular underwater vistas. You'll be able to swim beneath the sea accompanied by grouper, white sea bream and lobster; and you'll also see brilliant red coral and sea fans.


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Care for Your Hair With Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes, Champagne and More
From pumpkin-flavored desserts and warm apple cider to sweet potatoes and cranberries, seasonal snacks are everywhere during the holidays. But did you know these tempting treats also have great hair benefits?
Take advantage of their abundance with these tips from Kyle White, lead colorist at Oscar Blandi Salon.
1. Pumpkin
Skip the pie and indulge your locks. Vitamin A is extremely good for the scalp, and when used directly, you get the natural goodness straight from the source. Similar to bananas and avocado, pumpkin is a rich source of potassium — a nutrient that is especially useful in promoting the re-growth of hair. Pumpkin is also especially good for moisturizing dry or damaged hair. Try this "recipe" for a pumpkin conditioner. It's a delicious indulgence for your hair:
- 2 cups pumpkin (chopped and cooked)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
Directions: In a food processor or blender, puree the pumpkin and yogurt. Next, add the coconut oil and honey ensuring that the mixture is smooth. Apply the mixture to damp hair. Cover hair with a plastic cap, and let it sit for fifteen minutes. Wash out thoroughly using your everyday shampoo and conditioner, and style as usual.
2. Apple Cider (Vinegar)
Many women struggle with dull, lifeless hair. Shampoos, conditioners and styling products high in alkaline can build up on hair over time, coating strands and preventing shine. Fortunately, this inexpensive solution is as close as your kitchen cabinet. An apple cider vinegar rinse removes residue and restores hair's pH balance back to its natural state. It also closes the hair's cuticle so that hair lies flat, making it glossy, healthy and more manageable. This natural remedy also adds highlights to brunette hair, and removes excess sebum from the scalp.
3. Cranberry cocktail — red hair color rinse
Whether you are allergic to chemicals commonly found in hair dyes or simply want to create a subtle change with an all-natural product, cranberry juice can be used to add a temporary red tint to your hair. If you are a natural redhead, it can also be used to enhance your natural hair color. Cranberry juice will temporarily tint your hair without damaging your strands, and can easily be done at home. Here's how:
- Wash and condition hair to remove any oil or residue buildup on the strands.
- Thoroughly dry hair and brush out knots.
- Tilt your head upside down over the sink and carefully pour 1/2 cup of all-natural cranberry juice onto your locks. Work the juice in using your fingers.
- Twist all of your hair up on top of your head and secure it in place using a hair clip.
- Blow dry your hair on the lowest heat setting until all of the cranberry juice is dry.
- Rinse the cranberry juice out of your hair using warm water.
Repeat the above six steps daily to keep the red tint to your hair for as long as you desire.
4. Carrots for a golden tone (red hair)
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene which gives them their orange coloring. In concentrated form, beta-carotene is an intense blood red shade. To make carrots really work as a hair color rinse, you have to apply a mixture of pureed carrots with a tablespoon of lemon juice to the hair. The lemon juice adds an acidic penetration enhancer, which is why it's important for this rinse. Cranberries have a built-in acidic penetration enhancer, but they tend to give your hair a vibrant red hue while carrots give a true golden tint.
5. Sweet Potatoes
Battle hair loss. Beta-carotene in foods is converted to vitamin A in the body, and vitamin A is necessary for all cell growth including hair growth. A deficiency can lead to dry, dull, lifeless hair and dry skin, which can flake off into dandruff. If you love sweet potatoes with those little marshmallows as much as I do, now you can indulge with less guilt by thinking of how rich in beta-carotene sweet potatoes are. Butternut squash and pumpkin are also high in beta-carotene. If you stick with it, hopefully you'll see a more gorgeous head of hair by New Year's.
6. Champagne
Enhance golden tones and boost shine by combing a glass of champagne through damp hair. The champagne color will bring out any golden highlights, while the carbonation adds volume and shine. Cheers to that!
7. Caramel
Using all natural ingredients, a caramel hair treatment softens and hydrates the texture of hair, which promotes easier manageability for those who would like to naturally relax hair slightly. This offers women the ability to extend the time between salon visits if they frequent for a relaxer treatment. It can also reduce the amount of time a woman uses with a hot straightening iron. The homemade caramel treatment can leave hair soft and easier to manage for up to four weeks.
- Mix 1/4 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of blackstrap molasses, 1/4 cup of olive oil, one splash of apple cider vinegar and one container of baby food bananas together in a bowl.
- Divide hair into four sections so it's easier to work with. Secure each section with large hair clips to keep unwanted hair away from hair you are applying the treatment to. Keep the hair near the nape of your neck unpinned, as this is the area you'll start with.
- Apply the caramel hair treatment using an application brush or a small paint brush, starting at the roots near the nape of your neck. Apply the treatment to the remaining length of hair in that section. Continue the process in each section, until your hair is covered with the treatment.
- Cover your hair with a shower cap, and let it set for one or two hours.
- Rinse out the caramel treatment and wash your hair. Apply a conditioner. Finish with a cold water rinse for added shine.
How these ingredients work to make this treatment effective:
- Honey is a natural humectant to help hold in moisture. It also has vitamins such as iron, magnesium and folate.
- Molasses is an excellent source of potassium, calcium, iron and magnesium. It's said to strengthen hair and leave it soft and full of sheen.
- Apple cider vinegar gives the hair shine and is said to promote blood circulation.
- Bananas contain potassium, vitamins A, B, C, E and natural oils. They leave hair soft and moisturized. It also contains tryptophan which is beneficial to the hair and scalp.


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Are you looking for fellow Canadians in Senegal? Do you need advice and tips from your Canadian countrymen? Or would you like to go for a trip with other Canadian expats to discover attractions like the Mouride conurbation (the spiritual centre of Senegal's Sufi brotherhood) together?
Whether you are already living as an expat in Senegal or still residing at home in Canada to prepare your relocation abroad, InterNations Senegal provides you with all you need: Founded in 2007, our trusted community has quickly established itself as the international networking platform for expats and global minds worldwide. Among our members there is also a number of Canadian expats in Senegal, hailing from all across Canada - from Vancouver, over Montreal to Ottawa.
Attend our monthly events and activities for Canadians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.
Get trustworthy advice and local insights from fellow Canadians in our Senegal expat forums.
Obviously, embarking on expat life in Senegal is not only about packing boxes and getting some paperwork done. The regular exchange with your Canadian compatriots is also an important aspect of the expat experience and can help you get accustomed to the Senegalese culture and people. InterNations helps you meet and interact with other Canadians in Senegal, living in Dakar, Tambacounda, Saint-Louis and many other places across the country. Just take a look at our group of Canadians in Dakar.
So, if you should ever feel like speaking your mother tongue, finding out where to shop for Canadian food, or chatting about your favorite team's latest match, join the Canadian InterNations Community:
From the Mouride conurbation (the spiritual centre of Senegal's Sufi brotherhood) to the Cap-Vert peninsula, we'll get you in touch with helpful and friendly Canadian expats in Senegal.
Additionally, you are cordially invited to participate in our regular expat events and activities taking place in Senegal. Our events cover various interests and range from a small expat dinner to enjoy the traditional Senegalese thieboudienne, to big expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in Dakar's top locations. You may also join one of our expat excursions for a weekend trip to visit various ports and harbour towns, places of religion and contemplation for West African Muslims, and other impressive landmarks across Senegal.
This way, our events and activities are a very nice occasion to meet fellow expats from Canada and around the world in a casual atmosphere. Interested? Sign up for membership and you'll soon be welcomed with a warm Hello from our Canadians living in Senegal!


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Contractors State License Board
California Department of Consumer Affairs, Contractors State License Board, licenses and regulates contractors in the building trades professions. It promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the public in matters relating to building construction by (1) ensuring that all construction is performed in a safe, competent, professional manner; (2) providing resolution of disputes arising from building construction activities; and (3) providing information to the public for informed choices.
Complaint jurisdiction:
Fraud or misrepresentation; failing to complete contracted work, or unreasonable delays in performance; violating building, safety, and labor laws, or subcontracting rules of the Fair Practice Act; failing to maintain required records; working without proper licensing; withholding money (when a contractor or subcontractor withholds progress payments from subordinates); willfully disregarding plans, specifications, or accepted trade standards for safe, quality construction; installing or repairing mobile homes; violating laws relating to swimming pools, mechanics' liens, the Truth in Lending Act, and the Mobile Home Act.
Complaints outside jurisdiction:
Requests for contractor to terminate a contract; complaints about someone other than a contractor who sells or delivers material but fails to install it.
Mandatory Arbitration Program Guide:
CSLB offers arbitration for resolution of disputes that meet certain criteria; mandatory arbitration occurs when an impartial third person is appointed by the CSLB or its representative to make a final decision in a dispute between two or more parties.
CSLB will pay for the hearing, the arbitrator, and the services of one state-appointed expert witness per complaint. Arbitration in this program is binding and means both the consumer and contractor in dispute will comply with the decision of the third person. Only contractors with good records will qualify for participation in arbitration. CSLB will continue to investigate complaints involving deceptive or fraudulent practices.
Cases may qualify for mandatory arbitration if:
- the dispute involves present or future damages of $5,000 or less;
- the contractor possesses a license in good standing;
- the contractor does not have a record of prior violations; and
- the parties have not previously agreed to private arbitration of the dispute, either in their contract or otherwise;
- the complaint is filed with the CSLB within 4 years after the alleged wrongful act or omission causing the dispute if it involves patent acts or omissions, or within 10 years if it involves latent acts or omissions, or within the duration of any written warranty whose breach is alleged.
A list of contractors licensed by the Contractors State License Board can be found under Table of Contents on the CSLB Web site at the following link:
Contractors licensed by the Contractors State License Board include the following:
- General Engineering
- General Building
Specialty Contractors:
- Boiler, hot water heating and steam fitting
- Building Moving/Demolition
- Carpentry; Cabinet & Millwork
- Concrete
- Drywall
- Pipeline
- Lathing and Plastering
- Plumbing
- Roofing
- Sanitation
- Refrigeration
- Asbestos certification
- Earthwork and paving
- Electrical (general)
- Electrical sign
- Elevator installation br>
- Fencing
- Fire protection
- Flooring/floor covering
- General manufactured housing
- Glazing
- Hazardous substances certification
- Insulation and acoustical
- Landscaping
- Limited specialty (27 sub-classes---see below)
- Lock and Security Equipment
- Low voltage systems
- Masonry
- Metal roofing
- Ornamental metal
- Painting and decorating
- Parking and highway improvement
- Sheet metal
- Solar
- Steel, reinforcing
- Steel, structural
- Swimming pool
- Tile (ceramic & mosaic)
- Warm air heating, Ventilation & air conditioning
- Water conditioning
- Welding
- Well drilling (water)
Limited Specialty:
- Awnings
- Central vacuum systems
- Concrete related services
- Drilling, blasting, and oil field work
- Elevated floors
- Synthetic products (counter tops, bathtub refinishing, vinyl-lined pools)
- Hardware, Locks and Safes
- Machinery and pumps
- Metal products (lockers, gutters, prison cell accessories)
- Doors, gates, and activating devices
- Paperhanging
- Pile driving/pressure foundation jacking
- Pole installation and maintenance
- Prefabricated equipment (classroom equipment, bleachers, display cases, cubicle setup)
- Pool and spa maintenance
- Sand and water blasting
- Scaffolding
- Siding and decking
- Sign installation
- Tree service
- Suspended ceilings
- Window covering
- Wood tanks
- Trenching
- Hydroseed spraying
- Air and water balancing
- Construction clean up
- Weatherization and energy conservation
Disclosure information on licenses affected by legal action (revoked, etc.):
(916) 255-4041
Forms, application status, exams: (800) 321-2752
Contractors State License Board
9821 Business Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95827
(916) 255-3900
(800) 321-2752
(916) 366-9130 Fax
Mailing address:
PO Box 26000
Sacramento, CA 95826
This office processes applications renewals, changes to existing licenses, and additional classifications and certifications. License records and historical records of disciplinary actions taken against licenses are maintain at this office.If you would like information about pending or prior legal actions against a contractor, visit www.cslb.ca.gov or call the Legal Action Disclosure Unit at the appropriate office below.
Northern California: 916-255-4041
Southern California: 916-345-7656
If you or neighbors believe you have been scammed by anyone claiming to be a contractor, please notify CSLB with as much descriptive information as possible, including photos, and a vehicle license plate number.
In northern California: 916-255-2924
In Central California: 559-490-0580
In Southern California: 562-345-7600
Toll-free number is available daily from 8 am to 5 pm for licensing and consumer information. CSLB also provides an Interactive Voice Response System (IVR), available to callers 24 hours a day. The IVR is a self-help system that allows callers to obtain immediate information such as license activity, application status, complaint procedures, and forms.
Disaster Hot Line
(800) 962-1125
The Disaster Hot Line is for disaster victims only. Consumer will be connected to a CSLB representative. The consumer can also check whether the contractor's license is current and has the proper classification to fit the consumer's needs. This line does not provide references or schedule inspections performed by contractors.
"Rebuilding After a Disaster" is a video produced by Department of Consumer Affairs, emphasizes the vital and legal need to hire a licensed contractor for projects costing more than $500. The video provides consumers with helpful procedures for checking a contractor's qualifications and features a step-by-step examination of the stages involved in a successful repair effort to avoid problems and overcharging by contractors hired to rebuild after disasters. A limited number of videos are available at no charge.


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This is a very special polaroid. I took it the day Andrew moved here from Australia (Febuary 14, 2005 - - I know, kind of cheesy.) I filled the apartment with balloons. Balloons are fun.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Valentine Balloons
17 comments:
- bronwyn said...
Balloons ARE fun! Sweet story, beautiful image.
- April 4, 2008 at 7:39 AM
- Janelle said...
That's a really sweet picture. I don't often find myself drawn to balloons, but I like this.
When I was in college I managed a party supply store, and made more balloon bouquets than I care to think about. :-)
- April 4, 2008 at 7:42 AM
- Jo said...
so sweet. lucky guy.
- April 4, 2008 at 10:01 AM
- Jan said...
I love this photo of the balloons. Can you tell me which camera you used to take this shot. I love the colors.
- April 4, 2008 at 10:32 AM
- jen said...
Hi Jan. I use a polaroid 680slr to take all of my photos. It's the best!
- April 4, 2008 at 10:39 AM
wow your polaroid is great. The colours of the balloons create a very sweet atmosphere.
- April 4, 2008 at 12:05 PM
- deborah said...
it's such a sweet thing!
- April 4, 2008 at 1:06 PM
- alice said...
I agree that balloons are fun, the picture is beautiful! I love the story behind it too.
I have a good friend who is really phobic about balloons and can't be in the same room as them. I think it is the fear that they will burst and make a BANG sound. One time we went to a charity show where they had put up all these balloons and when no one was looking she gabbed them all and threw them out the window. That is my balloon story :D
Thinking about it I also knew of someone who was phobic about peas.
- April 4, 2008 at 3:37 PM
Beautiful photo. Love the soft colours with the vibrant red of the balloons!
- April 4, 2008 at 4:39 PM
- Caroline said...
it is a gorgeous photo! i feel like its right out of a movie.
- April 4, 2008 at 11:19 PM
- the childcatcher//granny print said...
wow you are amazing
- April 5, 2008 at 2:56 AM
- Hey Harriet said...
Wow! That's an awesome photo! I love polaroids. Fab & fun blog :)
- April 5, 2008 at 7:34 AM
- Mrs.French said...
beautiful, and so romantic.
- April 5, 2008 at 9:28 AM
that was so sweet! and very inspiring...maybe i should do that for my baby's 1st birthday? ^_^
- April 6, 2008 at 9:20 PM
- Mrs Ergül said...
That's so sweet of you! The things you did are just like the things I do :) It's not really cheesy, but it's really sweet!
- April 24, 2008 at 2:03 AM
love this! and i love balloons as well. i've been photographing balloons around phoenix lately.
- June 5, 2008 at 1:03 PM
- Baby Balloons said...
That's a really sweet picture. I don't often find myself drawn to balloons, but I like this. Wedding Balloons
- November 5, 2011 at 5:35 AM


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We are a Sarasota Florida club of antique car enthusiasts who enjoy gathering, swapping stories, looking at classic cars and touring together. The Sunshine Region AACA, a local region of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), includes members from Sarasota, Manatee counties and surrounding areas.
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Each fall, we host an annual training for preschool teachers on a variety of literacy topics. Use our registration form to find out more about the topics for 2019 and to sign up.
The Library offers outreach services to qualifying preschools and childcare centers located in the City of Williamsburg and James City County. We deliver:
- Monthly storytime held at your center.
- Monthly Mobile Library Services van visit for your students and teachers.
- Library cards for your preschoolers who reside in Williamsburg, James City County, and York County.
- Fine-free Teacher Cards.
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- Annual Preschool Literacy Training Workshop for preschool teachers.
- Email alerts of new library collections, programs, and services.
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Unlike most of the gimmick ab machines on the market the Ab Dolly Plus is a good machine in theory and has some practical uses for a very specific population.
The Ab Dolly Plus is, according to their website, used by top athletes from the NFL. PGA, Major League Baseball and boxers to name a few.
I'm a bit skeptical as to those claims since there isn't a specific person or team named, but I can see the merits of this machine for athletes, but not for the everyday couch potato it's aimed at…
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When Psystar responded to Apple's OpenComputer lawsuit last week, it came out that the company had retained law firm Carr & Ferrell LLP to defend it. Carr & Ferrell happens to have had some success with lawsuits filed against Apple in the past, and Psystar's move seems to have signaled the company's willingness to tango with Apple. And now, although Apple isn't saying anything about the case, one of the Carr & Ferrell lawyers spoke to Computerworld about where the case could go if Apple decides to tango as well.
According to attorney Colby Springer, the issue has been "mischaracterized" and isn't just about trademark or copyright infringement. The other significant issue that could be involved is antitrust, which would likely be related to the Mac OS X licensing agreement. Springer didn't say much about what such a defense would look like, although he did point out that Apple's lead attorney has antitrust experience, and was on the legal team that won an antitrust suit against Microsoft.
If you're curious about the antitrust defense for the OpenComputer might look like, Psystar's claim would probably be that the Mac OS X EULA is a form of illegal tying (making the sale of one good conditional on the sale of another), and thus isn't binding. As you're all well aware, I'm no lawyer, but if you'd like to learn a bit more about tying, the Department of Justice has a good article on the subject. Of course, the case may never get this far and Psystar's lawyers may take a different approach, so we'll just have to wait and see if Springer's plan gets put into action.


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Our light version of classic crab bisque gets its creaminess from a combination of low-fat milk plus pureed vegetables and potatoes. The tangy, chunky relish provides a textural and flavor contrast to the smoky, rich-tasting bisque. Serve with crusty whole-grain rolls and some extra wedges of lime for squeezing.
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. -- The United States Junior Ryder Cup Team came out strong on the second day of competition and cruised to victory at the 2008 Junior Ryder Cup, 22 to 2, at The Club at Olde Stone. The United States, which won the Junior Ryder Cup in dominant fashion, built on its opening-day success in the foursome and mixed four-ball matches, winning 11 of the 12 Tuesday singles matches, and earning a halve in the final match. The United States was led in the singles matches by Cory Whitsett of Houston, Texas, who won his match 6 & 5 over Matteo Manassero of Italy, and Jeffrey Kang of Fullerton, Calif., who won his match 4 & 3 over Moritz Lampert of Germany. "We wanted to play like the matches were zero to zero and just go out their and win as many matches as possible," said Whisett, who was playing in his first Junior Ryder Cup. "Everything was working over the first six holes for me and then I hit a few loose shots, but that happens and I will take the win for the team." Jeffrey Kang's singles point secured the victory for the United States. "We really didn't feel any pressure out there today, we were able to have fun and play our game," said Kang, who was a captain's pick on this year's team. "It is awesome to represent the United States and to be the first United States team to win is very special. We have hopefully started a good thing that will carry over for a few more years." Jordan Spieth and Anthony Paolucci, both of Dallas, Texas, and Cameron Peck of Olympia, Wash., earned 5 & 4 victories in their singles matches for the United States. U.S. Captain Ken Lindsay, the 30th President of The PGA of America, knows how significant this victory was for the United States. "It was a great moment for the United States and for The PGA of America," said Lindsay. "We knew we had a wonderful team to play in Europe but our United States players came here to win and they proved they were the quality players we knew they could be when we announced the team." Lindsay wanted his team to make history. He knew they had the talent and desire to achieve that goal. "I knew the United States had never won the Cup before and we were out to get it this week," said Lindsay. "This is one of the most memorable moments I could ever have in my career and I am honored to be associated with all 24 men and women that competed this week." The United States' only other victory in this event came in 1997, when the it was known as the Junior Match and was not a PGA of America-sanctioned event. Participants in the 2008 Junior Ryder Cup will play a nine-hole "friendship" match Wednesday at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky., site of the 2008 Ryder Cup. The matches will feature a mixed four-ball, with the U.S. competing against Europe for the six matches, which will continue to build international friendships. Since 1916, The PGA of America's mission has been twofold; to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf. By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the $76 billion golf industry. By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public's interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf. Tuesday's Singles Results: --Tiffany Lua (USA) def. Kelly Tidy (EUR), 1-up --Cory Whitsett (USA) def. Matteo Manassero (EUR), 6&5 --Jennifer Johnson (USA) vs. Carly Booth (EUR), halved --Jeffrey Kang (USA) def. Moritz Lampert (EUR), 4&3 --Erynne Lee (USA) def. Daisy Nielsen (EUR), 3&1 --Jordan Spieth (USA) def. Chris Lloyd (EUR), 5&4 --Sarah Brown (USA) def. Leona Maguire (EUR), 4&3 --Anthony Paolucci (USA) def. Adrian Otaegui (EUR), 5&4 --Alexis Thompson (USA) def. Lisa Maguire (EUR), 1-up --Cameron Peck (USA) def. Stanislas Gautier (EUR), 5&4 --Danielle Frasier (USA) def. Anna Arrese (EUR), 5&3 --Andrew Yun (USA) def. Julien Brun (EUR), 3&2


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Christopher Bellard, known by his stage name Young Maylay (born June 17, 1979 in Los Angeles, California) is an American rapper, hip hop recording artist and record producer.
Bellard was raised in Los Angeles, California amidst the gang violence and the gangsta rap peak of the 1980s and 1990s. He began his music career in 2000. Bellard has released two albums, the San Andreas: The Original Mixtape in 2005, The Real Coast Guard in 2008, and Brushfires & Earthquakes in 2010.[1]
During the early 2000s, while working in New York, Maylay received a phone call from friend and fellow rapper DJ Pooh, and the two had a regular conversation about music which, unknown to Maylay, occurred on speaker phone, with Rockstar Games staff hearing the conversation. The developers encouraged Pooh, who was co-producer and writer for Rockstar's next GTA game, to bring Maylay in to audition. Several weeks after the audition, Maylay was selected as the voice actor for Carl Johnson, the main protagonist of Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.[2] Young Maylay is also the cousin of Shawn "Solo" Fonteno, who is the voice actor for Franklin in Grand Theft Auto V.[3]
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- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Carl Johnson (2004)
- The Introduction - Carl Johnson (2004)
- ↑ Young Maylay, Wikipedia
- ↑ Interview with Young Maylay, Riotsound.com. 2010.
- ↑ http://youtu.be/Bs1oST27ixw?t=20m18s, GTA V Steven, Shawn & Ned @ NYCC with IGN


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First, I'm indebted to Ray Mullins for his help in figuring out how to solve the problems I identified as remaining in Alternate Macro Libraries: A Way To Document Assembler Tables . Indeed he wrote a very handy blog post of his own: Wrapping your own macro code around vendor-supplied macros without changing source This post, to summarise, shows how you can use the OPSYN instruction to create... [More]
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XML, XSLT and DFSORT, Part Two - DFSORT
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Played in 20 matches and started 19 (72 games) before becoming ineligible...Despite missing nine matches, Patak was the national leader in kills per game at 5.88 (423 kills), aces per game at .722 (52 aces), and points per game (7.10)...In MPSF matches only, Patak led the league in kills per game at 6.06 (327 kills, 54 games), aces per game at .741 (40 aces), and points per game (7.13)...Had double figures in kills in all but one match...Posted 20 or more kills in 12 contests...His season-high of 31 kills came in his final match of the year at Cal State Northridge (3/31)...The 31 kills was the most by any Gaucho all season...Aced opponents five or more times in five matches, including a season-high seven against Hawai'i (1/14)...Set a new hitting percentage career-high by going 19-2-26 for a .654 clip against UC San Diego (3/3)...His season-high in points was 36 at Cal State Northridge (3/31), which was the highest point total put up by any UCSB player in 2006...led the Gauchos in kills (423), kills per game (5.88), attempts (810), aces (52), aces per game (.72), total points (501.5), and points per game (6.97).
Named First Team All-American and First Team All-MPSF, appearing in 106 games...Led the team with 1,149 total attacks, including 63 in two matches against Hawai'i...Led the nation with 586 kills, including a single match-high of 48 at Stanford to set an NCAA Division I-II rally scoring-era record with 53 total points...Set a new single season UCSB record after leading the Gauchos with 58 service aces...Finished the season third with 55 block assists, including a career-high nine at Hawai'i...Totaled 110 digs on the season, third on the squad...Twice named MPSF Player of the Week, once earning AVCA National Player of the Week accolades.
Earned AVCA and MPSF Newcomer of the Year and Second Team All-American honors...Ranked fourth nationally with a 5.63 points per game average, fifth with a per game kill average of 4.75, and 13th in ace percentage at .385...Led the league in kill average (5.04), ranked fourth in ace average (.406), and fifth in points average (5.15)...Led the team with 432 kills, posting 32 against Cal State Northridge...Also led the Gauchos with 840 total attacks...Added a team-high 35 service aces, ranked second with 104 digs and third with 80 blocks.
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Played for the U.S. National Team in the 2003 World University Games, helping lead Team USA to the bronze medal...Patak led all scorers with 21 points against France in the bronze medal match...In pool play, Patak led the team in back-to-back matches with 23 points against Ukraine and 29 kills in a victory over Canada...In the summer of 2004, Patak went on a six-city tour with Team USA and Japan...Was selected to participate in the 2005 World University Games, but was injured and did not play.
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A 2002 graduate of Foothill, where he played middle and opposite...Three-time All-East Bay Athletic League First Team selection...Named the league's MVP as a senior...Once had a single-match high of 52 kills and 18 blocks...Also played basketball for the Falcons...Played middle and opposite for Diablo Valley in the club ranks...NCVA All-Tournament Team.
Born June 23, 1984 in Santa Maria, California...A sociology major with a minor in sports management..."Caddyshack" is his favorite movie...Listens to underground hip hop and metal...Also enjoys mountain biking, wakeboarding, and golfing...Lists "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater" as his favorite video game...Has one older sister, Jessica...Son of Kim and Gloria Patak.


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I like this myth; in particular because it illustrates that despite the awesome diversity of the animals on our planet, we are all made of the same stuff and share many similarities. At first glance, we may be amazed by eels that resist eating prey fish who are providing a dental cleaning service (like the one on the left),
or by snakes that eat animals larger than their own heads and toads that save themselves from the jaws of death by puffing up their bodies even larger than the snake can handle (like the snake and toad battling it out on the right),
or by the elaborate displays of male birds in their attempts to woo females (like the golden pheasant below),
or by kangaroo moms that guard their toddler-like young in their own bodies (like the one on the right).
But at closer inspection, we realize that all of these animals are facing similar challenges: All animals are driven to eat and not be eaten, to stay healthy, to make babies, and to keep their babies alive. And animals have developed behavioral tools to achieve these goals, such as ways of finding or making food and a place to live, ways to defend these things, techniques for attracting the opposite sex, and parental methods. The details are extremely diverse across animal groups, but the ultimate goals and many of the strategies are common. And amazingly, the brain systems that regulate these behaviors are common too.
In a new synthesis of decades of research spanning the field of behavioral neuroscience, researchers Lauren O'Connell and Hans Hofmann from the University of Texas at Austin show that despite our impressive diversity, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish are all molded from the same metaphorical clay. They specifically focus on two brain systems, often called the social behavior network and the mesolimbic reward system.
The social behavior network is a term first described in mammals by neuroscientist Sarah Newman to describe several brain regions that are all sensitive to steroid hormones (such as testosterone and estrogen), connect to each other, and are involved in many types of social behavior (including aggression, sexual behavior and parental behavior). We now know that reptiles, birds and fish also have brain areas that are similar in how they connect to one another and what neurotransmitters and other neurochemicals they use. More importantly, these brain areas seem to relate to the same types of social behaviors in similar ways.
The mesolimbic reward system is primarily a circuit of neurons that interact using the neurotransmitter dopamine. This neural circuit is central to how the brain controls motivation and a sense of desire and reward. This system is also involved in evaluating the importance of what is being perceived in order to behave accordingly. The mesolimbic reward system has been studied most in mammals, but birds, reptiles and fish are known to seek pleasure too and similar brain structures are likely involved.
Want to know more? Check these out:
1. O'Connell, L.A. and Hofmann, H.A. (2011). The Vertebrate mesolimbic reward system and social behavior network: A comparative synthesis. The Journal of Comparative Neurology, 519(18), 3599-3639.
2. O'Connell, L.A. and Hofmann, H.A. (2011). Genes, hormones, and circuits: An integrative approachto study the evolution of social behavior. Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology, 32, 320-335.
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1. The Philadelphia Eagles officially ruled out running back LeSean McCoy, quarterback Michael Vick and tight end Brent Celek, all of whom are suffering from concussions, for Thursday night's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. That's fine: All the Eagles need is Nick Foles. The Eagles also placed defensive tackle Mike Patterson (pneumonia) on the non-football injury/illness list, ending his season.
2. Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant is going to see another medical specialist before deciding how he will proceed with his finger injury and if he will play Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He didn't practice Wednesday.
3. The Green Bay Packers will be without safety Charles Woodson (collarbone) once again this week as they face the Chicago Bears. Woodson is frustrated. Wide receiver Jordy Nelson (hamstring) is a "long shot" to return after missing practice Wednesday. Linebacker Clay Matthews (hamstring) returned, as expected.
4. Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (neck) said he'll be ready to play Sunday against the Packers.
5. It's not an injury, but Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain returned to practice from suspension. A lot of league observers believed McClain would be released after the suspension.
6. Raiders defensive tackle Richard Seymour (knee, hamstring) could be back for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Seymour, who hasn't played since Nov. 4, was limited in practice.
7. The Arizona Cardinals placed quarterback Kevin Kolb (ribs) on injured reserve, ending his season. (And possibly his Cardinals career.) Ryan Lindley will start Sunday against the Detroit Lions.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars coach Mike Mularkey said running back Maurice Jones-Drew is "very questionable" for this week's game against the Miami Dolphins. We'd guess that MJD won't play again this year. Backup running back Rashad Jennings (concussion) also remains sidelined.
9. The Seattle Seahawks weren't expecting this one: Wide receiver Sidney Rice has a bruised foot and is questionable to play Sunday against the Buffalo Bills in Toronto. Rice woke up Monday morning in pain after not experiencing any problems the previous day.
10. Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White (knee) missed practice Wednesday, but he is expected to play Sunday against the New York Giants. Cornerback Asante Samuel was limited because of a lingering shoulder injury.
11. Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (shoulder) fully practiced for the Denver Broncos after making an early exit against the Raiders last week.Follow Gregg Rosenthal on Twitter @greggrosenthal.


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|A close up of the delicious paleo brownie recipe.
I had originally tested five paleo brownie recipes: one relied heavily on almond butter, another two incorporated chopped fruit for sweetness, and the last two called for coconut flour and coconut oil. All used honey as the main sweetener. (Also, since this attempt, I've also tested six paleo chocolate chip cookie recipes and crafted my own delicious paleo cookie recipe.)
Determined to get as close as possible to traditional chewy brownie taste and texture (and to avoid complicated recipes and exotic ingredients), I decided to ditch the fruit and coconut brownie recipes and use the first, almond butter-based recipe, as a starting point. I turned to one of my favorite publications - Cook's Illustrated - to glean tips about making the perfect brownie. They had discovered the secret to a make-at-home brownie with the satisfying chew of box brownie mix (use the right ratio of saturated to unsaturated fat) and also knew how to get that shiny/crackly brownie top (use white sugar, not brown sugar).
Even armed with this new info, though, I was still at a loss: With no added fat in this recipe, I had no ingredients I could tweak to get anywhere near the perfect ratio. And, with white sugar on the not-paleo list, I had no chance of scoring a crackly brownie top.
I decided to just jump in and try things out on my own. Three paleo brownie batches later, I finally hit on success: a recipe with a deep chocolate flavor that was sweeter and chewier than last week's almond butter brownie. These paleo brownies are not too cakey or too dense, and not soggy like some of the recipes I had worked with before. The main changes I made include:
- Instead of honey, I used light agave syrup, which has a light caramel-like flavor (and added more of it).
- I added more cocoa and "bloomed" it by heating it in the agave syrup to intensify its flavor.
- I removed the eggs: With so much moisture coming from the agave syrup and almond butter, eggs made the brownies too moist for my taste. Below, I explain how to add an egg to the recipe if you'd like.
- It's hard to imagine an entire family on the paleo diet, so I also downsized the recipe from a 9x13 pan to an 8x8 pan.
|A more-baked layer forms on the brownie top and edges that provides chewiness and protects the paleo brownie's inside from drying out.
BakerGal Chewy Paleo Brownie Recipe: The BEST Paleo Brownie Recipe1 1/4 cup raw light agave syrup, gently heated (or raw honey)
3/4 cup natural cocoa powder
1 1/4 cup almond butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp chocolate extract (optional, flavor intensifier)
1 tsp instant espresso powder (optional, flavor intensifier)
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1. Heat agave syrup gently over stove until warm (do not allow to boil). Stir in cocoa powder over low heat until smooth. Cocoa burns easily, so keep the heat on very very low.
2. Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients except salt until thoroughly mixed.
3. Sprinkle batter with salt, and fold batter to mix it in.
4. Pour into foil-lined or parchment paper-lined 8x8 baking pan (or, grease the pan with coconut oil or your preferred oil)
5. Bake paleo brownies at 325F for 40-50 min. Insert a toothpick in the center of the pan to determine done-ness. (I baked mine in a glass pan at 325F for 45 minutes, and it seemed perfect). Let cool completely before cutting. Store in a plastic ziplock bag to preserve moisture.
The recipe can accommodate an egg. It will make the brownies more tender and moist, and a little less chewy. To include an egg:
Reduce almond butter to 1 cup. Mix egg with vanilla extract, chocolate extract, espresso powder, and baking powder before combining with agave-cocoa-almond butter mixture.
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Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Up with the roosters
So you can imagine my frustration when yesterday I was awoken, not by a six-year-old climbing on my head, but by the ear-splitting crows of my neighbor's rooster assaulting me through the open bedroom window. I live in a rural area now, but I didn't grow up in the country. I grew up in a city, and my knowledge of roosters was limited to what I read in storybooks. I have since discovered that what I learned about roosters in storybooks is pure myth.
In storybooks, roosters always do the same thing: they crow a rousing "Cock-a-doodle-doo" when the sun comes up. And then they, and everybody else on the farm, quietly go about their daily business.
This is not so with real-life roosters. In real life, roosters crow an annoyingly loud "ERR-ERR-ERR-ERR-ERRRRRRR" at the first glimmer of dawn, long before the sun is actually over the horizon.
Then they continue to ERRRRRRR until the sun goes down again, which in the summer months is an extraordinarily long period of time.
Sometimes they take breaks.
Sometimes they don't.
Yesterday, the neighbor's rooster started to ERRRRRR around 5:00 a.m. I woke and was astounded to find that Bud was sleeping soundly next to me. With a heart full of gratitude, I rolled over for what I hoped would be another hour of sleep. I closed my eyes and
40 minutes.
At the end of 40 minutes, the rooster either collapsed from exhaustion or was shot by another disgruntled neighbor. Either way, it was finally quiet enough for me to go back to sleep.
And that's when I heard it. Not quite as loud. Nowhere near as annoying. But equally persistent, and this time at close range:
"When will Daddy be home?"
5 comments:
- Kristina Chew said...
So maybe you were able to "sleep in" till......5.41am?
Can't say if roosters are worse or better than sirens (of the police sort)!
- July 26, 2006 9:25 PM
- Tara said...
Bud seems to wake up just as Littleman does, with a question or a statement. Those wheels are turning from the moment their eyes open.
As for the rooster- Can't they put it in a quiet, DARK, corner of the barn?? You may be forced to take matters into your own hands and profess your ignorance in shooting it, as you were sure the season for wild turkeys had begun!!
- July 26, 2006 10:48 PM
- gretchen said...
This is eye-opening! (Hee hee) There is a farm area at our zoo. Several times when we've been there, we've heard the rooster crow. And, being city folk, we get all excited- "did you hear that? It was the rooster!" I thought maybe this rooster was just confused, because he lives at the zoo, and that was why he crows all the time in the middle of the afternoon. Not so, I guess. So much for the peaceful life in the country.
- July 27, 2006 5:57 AM
Peacocks. worse. maybe.
Can you sleep with earplugs?
- July 27, 2006 5:23 PM
- Julia said...
I can sympathize. When I was growing up, my bedroom window faced a chicken farm about half a mile off, with several roosters.
And the Daddy of this house is away this week, too. I hope Bud's daddy gets back before my kids' daddy does, for both y'all's sakes. :)
- July 27, 2006 11:09 PM


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