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Robert Gerlai is a behaviour geneticist and obtained his PhD in 1987 from the Eötvös Loránd University and the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest. He has worked in the biotechnology (Genentech) and biopharmaceutical research industries (Eli Lilly and Company and Saegis Pharmaceuticals) as senior scientist and executive as well as at different universities.
Professor Gerlai is a faculty member in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga. He has worked with several different animal species, including paradise fish and mice. He has been using zebrafish in his research for the past 15 years, and studies the effects of alcohol on brain function and behaviour, including social behaviour, fear-anxiety, and learning and memory. In recognition of his research, he received the 2013 IBANGS Distinguished Scientist Award, and the 2015 UTM Research Excellence Award. This is Professor Gerlai's first term on the UTM Campus Council.
Professor Matthen has been Professor of Philosophy and senior Canada Research Chair in Philosophy of Perception at the University of Toronto since 2006. He came to Toronto in 2006, having previously held faculty positions at the University of British Columbia and the University of Alberta. Mohan was an undergraduate at St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, where he did a degree in Physics, and a graduate student at Stanford University, where he did his Ph.D. in Philosophy.
Mohan's work is mainly in the philosophy of perception, trying to frame the nature of perception in a way that is both receptive to and revelatory about empirical work in the area. In 2005, he published Seeing, Doing, and Knowing: A Philosophical Theory of Sense Perception (Oxford University Press), which treated of perception both as a way we gain abstract knowledge about the world and as a way in which we are able to guide our bodies through it. In 2015, he edited the Oxford Handbook of the Philosophy of Perception. Since then, he has been active in developing a theory of the perception of material objects in space. He has also been active in the philosophy of art, where he has proposed a new view of aesthetic pleasure that is rich enough to revive the old, but recently much attacked, idea that the value of art lies in the pleasure it gives to a member of the community to which it is addressed.
Professor Matthen is currently in his first term as a teaching staff member of the Governing Council and Vice-Chair of the UTM Campus Council.
Professor Steven Short started his academic path at the University of British Columbia and completed a Combined Honours BSc in Biology and Oceanography in 1995. Prof. Short obtained his PhD in 2002 from the Department of Botany for his dissertation: The Molecular Analysis of Marine Algal Virus Communities. He then joined the Ocean Sciences Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz to study aquatic diazotrophs, or nitrogen-fixing bacteria, as a postdoctoral researcher under Dr. J P Zehr. In 2004 he became Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Denver and started his independent research career.
Steven joined University of Toronto Mississauga's Department of Biology in 2007, and is currently an Associate Professor and the Associate Chair, Research. He is also appointed as graduate faculty in the departments of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at U of T, and Physical & Environmental Sciences at U of T Scarborough. His NSERC-funded research program focuses on freshwater algal viruses, and his students are working on projects related to the environmental persistence of algal viruses, the role of viruses in algal mortality and primary productivity, freshwater algal virus metagenomics, and characterizing a novel algal virus we isolated from Lake Ontario.
Steven previously served on the UTM Campus Affairs Committee, and is in his first term as a member of the Campus Council and serving as Vice-Chair of the Campus Affairs Committee.
Teresa Lobalsamo is Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream) and Undergraduate Coordinator of Italian Studies, in the Department of Language Studies, at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM). Her research is on Italian cinema and on Teaching and Learning. Most recently, her scholarly activities have focused on creating, testing, and analyzing the results of effective teaching methodologies in large class sizes.
Dr. Lobalsamo is dedicated to enhancing students' experiences by organizing undergraduate colloquia, supervising research projects and internships, leading co- and extra-curricular activities, forging strong alliances between the community and UTM. Dr. Lobalsamo and her upper year language students co-author an online Italian textbook, part of UTM's Digital Initiatives. Dr. Lobalsamo will begin her first term as Campus Council member, term ending on June 30, 2019.
As a faculty member in the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), Dr. Laura Taylor works primarily with English Language Learners (ELLs) to enhance academic skill development among the student population. Through close ties with both the International Education Centre (IEC) and with various departments across campus, she ensures that the ELL and international students are well supported. Dr. Taylor is focused on enhancing the student experience through the use of active-learning pedagogy and is a member of a committee devoted to supporting this practice.
Dr. Taylor joined the UTM community in 2014. Prior to this, she served as the Director of Postgraduate Teaching and Learning at the University of York (UK). She has used this experience with graduate students in her current role at UTM where she oversees graduate skill enhancement through both face-to-face appointments and various workshops.
Dr. Taylor holds a B.A from Columbia University in New York (2004); M.A. in TESOL from the University of York (UK) (2009); and a Ph.D. in Education from the University of York (UK) (2013). Dr. Taylor was first elected to the Campus Council in 2016 for a three year term ending June 30, 2019.
Professor Syme has taught at UTM since 2005, and has been the Chair of the Department of English and Drama since 2011. He has served on numerous university and campus committees, and is currently on the Jackman Humanities Institute's advisory board. As a scholar of contemporary theatre, he frequently explores the intersections of academic work and the creative professions and has a strong interest in public outreach. On Campus Council, he hopes to serve as a voice for the Humanities, one of the largest and, thanks to our theatre and art gallery, most publicly visible areas of academic study at UTM.
Professor Syme was first elected in 2015 as teaching staff member of Campus Council, with a term ending on June 30, 2017.
Mariam Munawar completed her MBA in Technology and Innovation Management from Ryerson University. She has taught courses at Sheridan College and U of T in digital marketing, marketing graphics and information systems. As a graduate student at Ryerson University, Ms Munawar was involved in governance as a Graduate Student Senator in the following Committees: Academic Governance and Policy Committee, Senate Appeals Committee, Nominating Committee and the Search Committee for University Provost and VP-Academic.
Angela B. Lange is a Professor of Biology. She obtained her B.Sc. and Ph.D. from York University, Toronto, Canada, prior to taking up an NSERC Post-doctoral Fellowship in the Department of Zoology, University of Toronto. At the University of Toronto, Professor Lange has held a variety of important administrative positions, including Chair of the Department of Biology and Vice-Dean, Undergraduate, Teaching and Learning and has over the years at UTM been very involved in curricular development. She is currently Chair, Department of Biology.
Professor Lange served as the Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee for two terms and on the Executive Committee of UTM's previous governance model. She is also the current Vice-Chair, Academic Affairs Committee. Professor Lange was first elected in 2014 and will begin her second term on UTM Campus Council, which ends on June 30, 2017.
Lee has been a member of the UTM community for 30 years. He worked as a tutorial leader at Erindale College from 1986 to 1992 and began teaching his own courses in 1993. He has worked continuously since that date and was appointed as a Lecturer in 2002 and Senior Lecturer in 2008. He has taught more than 150 courses; mostly large enrolment, multi-section, full-year courses. He specializes in scaling-up small-group, active-learning methods. Lee is an active participant of UTM teaching community. He is a frequent presenter at teaching symposia.
Lee is also active in the governance process at UTM. He has served two terms as Chair of the Resource Priorities and Planning Committee. Lee previous governance terms include membership on the Campus Affairs Committee and UTM Campus Council. Mr. Bailey was first elected in 2014 and will begin his second term as a member of UTM Campus Council, which ends on June 30, 2016.
Shay Fuchs has a PhD in mathematics from the University of Toronto (2008), and currently works as a lecturer in UTM's Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences. He teaches a variety of courses in mathematics and serves as the Mathematics Faculty Advisor in his department.
Before arriving to Canada, Dr. Fuchs worked as a high school teacher and teaching assistant in Israel, where he also obtained his Bachelor and Masters degrees from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He also holds a Teachers College Diploma from the Hebrew University.
Dr. Fuchs is interested in Mathematics Education at the school and university levels, and is involved in several projects, including Calculus Video Clips, Inquiry-Based Learning, Training of Instructors and Teaching Assistants, and preparing students for mathematics competitions.He has received numerous awards for his teaching, including the Teaching Assistant Excellence and Dean's Excellence Awards.


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Following the death of Carrie Fisher on Tuesday, fans might have been wondering about her role in Star Wars Episode 8 and beyond.
Having played Princess Leia in Episodes 4, 5 and 6 and then General Organa in Episode 7 last year, she was set to return to the saga for Epsiode 8 which is out next year.
According to Variety, Fisher had completed all her work on the film before she died.
A source told the entertainment website: 'The eighth film in the series…wrapped shooting in July and is now in post-production. Fisher's work on the sequel was finished.
'That means that Disney and LucasFilm, the producers of the Star Wars series, will not have to address Fisher's death until the ninth film begins shooting in 2018. Leia was originally slated to appear in that production.'
Episode VIII, directed by Rian Johnson, will also see Mark Hamill play Luke Skywalker once again.
Johnson paid tribute to Carrie on Twitter with the message: 'Carrie was an incredible person. I feel lucky I got to know her, and heartbroken.'
Meanwhile Hamill simply said he had 'no words'.
Fisher was 60-years-old and is survived by her daughter Billie Lourd, mother Debbie Reynolds and brother Todd.
Her death came days after she suffered a heart attack while on a plane from London to Los Angeles.
MORE: Watch Carrie Fisher totally nail her Princess Leia audition for Star Wars: A New Hope
MORE: Carrie Fisher dies: 17 pictures to remind you how damn cool she was

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As the No1 guide to food and eating out at Restaurants in Dawlish you'll find Fish and Seafood Restaurants, Fine Dining, Bistros and Brasseries, Food Pubs and Cafe Bars with photo's, menus and all the essential information at your finger tips.
Looking for Good Food in Dawlish is made easy as listed below is our guide to Dawlish Restaurants and Dining Pubs. Click on a Restaurant in Dawlish below to see the details and book a table today! Our Guide is the best place way to find a Restaurant or Pub with Food in Dawlish!
Below is a list of Restaurants in Dawlish; you can find more details about each restaurant by clicking on 'view restaurant details'
Restaurants in Dawlish - The No 1 Guide to Food in Dawlish
Mount Pleasant Inn
The Mount Pleasant Inn, a superb pub and restaurant in Dawlish Warren serves great pub food and amazing views over the coast towards Exmouth and beyond to go with it. Thoughtfully refurbished, the dining rooms now make the very most of those views on this stretch of coast. An extensive menu and cracking service make this a firm favourite with families and those looking for a great value no nonsense pub grub.
Dawlish Warren
Tel: 01626 863151
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The Canteen at Forest Farm Shop
The Canteen at the Forest Fungi Farm Shop as you would imagine uses the abundant fresh, local and seasonal food! Regular Discover and Dine evenings, sumptuous breakfasts, gourmet coffee, freshly prepared lunches all enjoyed inside or out, you get the picture! Service with a smile and well worth seeking out!
Forest Fungi
Timaru Gardens
Warren Road
Dawlish Warren Dawlish
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The Ship Inn at Cockwood
The Ship at Cockwood buzzes with the happy chatter that we have all come to expect from a traditional country pub. The warm welcome, log burners crackling in the corner and the beautifully home cooked food keep the locals very content indeed. Braised Lamb Shank and delicious homemade Pies are just two of the many favourites to be found on the menu with a specials board that truly reflects what's seasonal and local. The fish and seafood is also worth a mention, all locally caught from the day boats and as fresh as it gets. Terrific stuff!
Church Road
Starcross Exeter
Tel: 01626 890373
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The Anchor Inn
Serving up some of the best seafood for miles around, The Anchor Inn continues to please. An extended dining area oozes character and has been seamlessly stitched to the original Inn with a good deal of thought. The extra space is very welcome for such a popular port of call and winner of so many accolades. A standout on the menu is the fresh seafood. The tricky decision here is which dish might taste best!
Starcross Dawlish
Tel: 01626 890203
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The Boathouse
The Boathouse is located just yards from Dawlish Warren Beach with stunning sea views. Serving traditional pub food and a superb grill menu with some of the best steak for miles around this pub will look after the whole family. The indoor children's play area keeps the little ones entertained while a choice of seating upstairs, downstairs or on the decking overlooking the beach keep the Boathouse bustling throughout the year.
Beach Way
Dawlish Warren Dawlish
Tel: 01626 888899
The Smugglers Inn
Located half way between Teignmouth and Dawlish The Smugglers Inn with it\'s lovely sea and countryside views is the ideal location to stop for a meal. Whether you are travelling along the coast by car or walking the coastal footpath this friendly pub is like a magnet to hungry travellers and locals alike.
27 Teignmouth Rd
Holcombe Dawlish
Tel: 01626 862301
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The Witches Bowl
Family run restaurant celebrating traditional English food using fresh and local food. Favourites like the popular Gammon Steak or Cumberland Sausage and Mash for lunch with an a la carte menu featuring Pan Roasted Trimmed Lamb Cutlets or the Seafood Risotto. Alongside the great food you'll find warm hospitality and an enjoyable atmosphere provided by your hosts Aurthur, Sue and Daughter Gill who make a cracking team.
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Mission, History and Awards
COMPAS delivers creative experiences that unleash the potential within all of us.
Minnesota thrives when all of us have access to creative opportunities that enrich lives and communities.
1968 - The National Endowment for the Arts reached out to Molly LaBerge (now Molly Taylor), to create a pilot program connecting high school classes with living, breathing, professional poets. Poets in the Schools is born.
1974 - The organization incorporated and was renamed COMPAS (Community Programs in the Arts) and we to broadened our repertoire of arts to include theatre, music, drama, visual art, spoken word among others. Our program became a model for teaching artist residencies nationwide.
2009 - COMPAS merged with Young Audiences of MN.
Today - Our artist roster boasts 100+ professional musicians, visual artists, performers, writers and the like. COMPAS has become an experienced innovator in the field of creative, art-filled learning for people of all ages, and has been recognized for excellence from organizations such as the National Endowment for the Arts, the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, and the Minnesota Department of Education.
Fun Facts
Some of our first poets included John Caddy, Roy McBride, and Garrison Keillor, who later testified before Congress that working for the Poets in the Schools program was the first time he was paid for his poetry work.
In the early days, some principals were hesitant to allow our artists and their then-considered-blatant expressions of rebellion (beards, cowboy boots) into classrooms. We've since won them over.
Over the years, COMPAS artists have worked side by side with over 2 million kids and countless adults, teaching them how to find their inner voice, to write poems, paint pictures, create sculptures, improvise music, tile a mosaic, and so on and in We were recently recognized nationally as an exemplary provider of arts education programs.
Recent Awards
The President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities named COMPAS as an exemplary arts education organization in its report, "Re-Investing in Arts Education: Winning America's Future Through Creative Schools."
COMPAS artist Anne Krocak and residents from Oak Meadows Senior Living Center won the Grand Prize in the 2014 national Senior Living Art Showcase competition sponsored by the Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) for the mosaic they created together titled "Memory Garden Mosaic." The mosaic now welcomes visitors to Oak Meadows' memory garden.
In 2012, COMPAS was ranked #6 by Philanthropedia (a division of Guidestar) on the list of high impact Minnesota non-profits for providing access to the arts.
The International Academy of Design & Health honored Children's Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota along with its arts partners (including COMPAS) with the top award for "Use of Art in the Patient Environment."


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1993 Acura NSX- Rare Low Mileage (3,007) Base Coupe 2-Door 3.0L
- Condition: Used
- Make: Acura
- Model: NSX
- Type: Coupe
- Trim: Base Coupe 2-Door
- Year: 1993
- Mileage: 3,007
- Color: White
- Engine size: 3.0L 2977CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- Number of cylinders: 6
- Power options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Manual
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Black
- Safety options: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
- Options: Cassette Player, CD Player, Leather Seats
- Vehicle Title: Clear Want to buy? Contact seller!
1993 Acura NSX
This 1993 Acura NSX may very well be the lowest mileage NSX in existence from this production year. This car which currently has 3007 miles on it, was bought brand new from Beverly Hills Acura in January of 1994, and has since been garaged and very well protected in Las Vegas, Nevada by the original owner. This accident-free, COMPLETELY ORIGINAL 5-speed manual transmission version has been meticulously cared for and has only gone out for a handful of leisure drives around Las Vegas, including back and forth from the Acura dealership (Acura of Las Vegas) where it has had all of its routine maintenance performed.
We have service receipts dating back to 2004, which are mostly for routine fluid flushing/replacing and other regular maintenance services. There was recently an issue with the radio amplifier that required an OEM replacement of the original radio.
In the accompanying photos you will see the only notable blemish on the vehicle, is on the passenger side mirror. Otherwise this vehicle is practically flawless. Mechanically this is a very sound vehicle. Engine starts and idles perfectly. Drives perfectly. No leaks. Transmission is tight and clutch grabs well. In December of 2015 the vehicle passed the Nevada Smog Inspection, and there was a new battery installed in the vehicle. Seats have always had sheep-skin covers on them, and the leather underneath is in like-new condition. 6-cd changer in trunk has a brand new magazine insert. There is a battery tender currently installed and used when garaged. See photos of front end for evidence of plug. Floor mats and other elements are completely original to the vehicle.
Buyer will be responsible and arrange for local pick up or shipping of the vehicle.
VIN No. JH4NA1156PT000546
Serial No. PT000546
Grand Prix White / Black Interior
3.0L DOHC 24 Valve V6 w/VTEC Programmed Fuel Injection
5-speed manual transmission
3,007 original miles
Factory floor mats
Automatic Climate Control
Driver/Passenger Air Bags
4-way Power Seats
Bose Stereo System (6-CD, Cassette, AM/FM)
Yokohama A-002 205/50ZR15 tires
Accident Free – Clean TitleOn Apr-17-16 at 08:22:22 PDT, seller added the following information:
We've received such an overwhelming response on the Acura NSX with various questions and offers that it's difficult for us to respond to each one. If you have a particular question please message me. You can also re-visit the auction to check for an update for additional information that may be important to share with everyone looking at the car. There is not a "buy-it-now" option on this listing and we are not accepting offers outside of the auction.
As mentioned in the original listing we have a handful of Service Receipts dating back to 2004/2005. We also have the original Owners Manual, and the Original Window Sticker that came with the vehicle. We also have the original Bill of Sale and the factory Pre-Delivery Inspection Form.
The following is a list of services that were done to the vehicle that may or may not be complete. They are the only receipts that were kept and that we currently have access to. Please understand that my Aunt is not a car person- so her recollection of what was done is not super sharp. However our hope is that by providing this information- it will be clear that the vehicle was regularly looked after by the Acura dealership in Las Vegas and well cared for. In addition to the Timing Belt being replaced in 2013, there is a note on one of the receipts that the Timing Belt was "replaced in 2005". However we don't currently have the receipt of that service in our possession.
Recent Services:
Replaced Battery
Smog Cert
Perform Multi Point Inspection
Replaced Radio with OEM Radio
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids
Smog Cert
Replacement of Timing Belt and Drive Belts Per Acura Recommendations
Set Ignition Timing
Inspected Water Pump, Oil Seals and Belt Tensioners
Brake Fluid Exchange Service
Multi Point Inspection Completed
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids
Smog Cert
Multi Point Inspection Completed
Replaced Wiper Blades
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids
Smog Cert
Brake Fluid Flush System
Flush Brake System Components: Master Cylinder, Lines. Front & Rear Calipers Replaced with Genuine Acura Fluid
Replaced Rear Hatch and Trunk Shocks
Multi Point Inspection Completed
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids
Replace Battery
Regular Maintenance
Lube Oil Filter Performed
Smog Cert
Lube Oil Filter
Inspected and Adjusted Fluid Levels
Inspected Tire and Brake Wear
Smog Cert
Replaced Passenger Side Speaker Amp (Radio)
Multi Point Inspection Completed
Change Oil and Filter
Visual Inspection of Belts, Hoses, Air Filter, Top Fluids


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A volcano eruption can put many animals at risk.
Animals who inhale or ingest volcanic ash are at risk for fluoride poisoning. This could cause internal bleeding, long-term bone damage and teeth loss.
Cows, sheep, goats and horses should be rounded up and put in a closed barn, provided with hay and clean water until the ash dissipated.
Birds were also affected by the volcano. The ponds became heavy with mud and they were unable to fly because their wings were covered with ash.
Guidelines for pet owners concerning animal health after a volcano:
- if you notice any symptoms or smell sulfur, rotten eggs or a strong acidic smell take reasonable action to protect your pets by limiting their time outdoors
- any pets with respiratory problems should be well protected from the atmosphere
- cover outdoor aviaries to protect birds
- find suitable shelter for any pets that usually live outdoors.
"Pet owners should limit the amount of time that they and their animals spend outside if they detect the ash and consult a vet if they have any concerns about the health of their pets."
Make sure that you bathe your pet often in Luke warm. Keep any wounds covered and dry. Change bandages everyday for any wounds.
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Rumbledethumps is a Scottish dish made of boiled potatoes, cabbage and onions. These ingredients are cooked and then mashed together with spices. The mixture is put into a baking dish and covered with cheddar or another sharp cheese. It is then baked until the cheese on the top of the casserole is bubbling and browned. Rumbledethumps can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
This dish is usually served alongside a main course of meat, though it is hearty enough to be eaten as a meal on its own. Traditionally, it was made of leftover potatoes, vegetables and, sometimes, meats. When it is made from scratch, some recipes call for the vegetables to be sautéed in butter, onions and herbs before they are mixed with the potatoes. Any vegetable can be used in this dish, though cabbage and kale are the most common. Rumbledethumps is an onomatopoeic name that describes the sounds made when the vegetables are mashed.
There are many national dishes that have ingredients similar to rumbledethumps. The Irish colcannon, Scandinavian biksemad and Dutch stoemp are all variations of potato dishes that are cooked in a saucepot. Butter, cream and spices are typically added to the basic ingredients of onions, potatoes and other vegetables.
Bubble and squeak is a British dish featuring a mashed mixture of cabbage and potatoes that is fried in a skillet until it is crispy and browned. Bubble and squeak usually is served as a side dish for meats and vegetables. This recipe is named for the sounds the food makes while it is cooking.
Catalan potatoes is a recipe for a skillet-size potato cake. It has two layers of sliced potatoes separated by a spicy layer of sautéed tomatoes, garlic and onions. When the bottom layer is cooked, the cake is turned over. It is then pressed down and cooked until tender. The cake is removed as a whole and served in slices.
Potatoes and onions also are used in making potato pancakes and hash browns. Hash browns are potatoes that have been shredded or minced and then fried in oil until they are crispy. Meat hashes, such as corned beef hash, are prepared by adding diced leftover meats to the recipe for hash browns.
Potato pancakes are made of a mixture of potatoes, eggs and flour. They are pan-fried and often are served with applesauce or sour cream. Hash browns, meat hashes and potato pancakes are popular breakfast dishes served with poached or fried eggs.
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Channel partners to benefit from increased marketing and sales support and updates to program infrastructure
With enhanced marketing and sales support, partners can leverage:
- The new 360 co-branded partner webinar program offered to aid partners in generating interest with new potential customers
- An automated tool that enables partners to increase targeted meetings with prospective customers
- On demand, high-quality videos of ZixCorp Email Encryption Services used in email prospecting or integrated onto partner Web sites
Infrastructure updates include enhancements to the partner portal and improved sales and marketing activity reports resulting in greater visibility into real-time leads and overall campaign success.
"ZixCorp's leadership in email encryption combined with partner program support and attention to NuWave have proven to be extremely valuable to our success," said
ZixCorp originally launched the channel partner program in 2006. Since inception, the partner program has grown to 97 VARs and 94 managed services providers and contributed to 36 percent of new first year orders in the first half of 2012.
"Our partners have become essential to the success of ZixCorp. We've experienced tremendous growth with our channel program, and we wanted to enhance the program to continue providing the highest level of support for existing partners and attracting new partners," said
For additional information on the ZixCorp Partner Program and the program re-launch, please visit http://www.zixcorp.com/partners or email email@example.com.
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During the summer, some days it's just too darn hot to think about what to wear. We know, we've been there. This #lazygirlproblem has happened so many times that we had to figure out a way around it. Enter: The t-shirt dress. It's literally like throwing on an oversized pajama shirt. They are loose (aka, hide all sins) and usually come in super soft cotton. For more dressed up versions, try a denim or leather one (like the in the picture above). But the best part about a t-shirt dress is that it's an insta-ouftit, just like printed jumpsuits. You can add a belt of jewelry to dress it up or literally wear it like you rolled out of bed (my preference). Check out our favorites in the slideshow from Splendid, T by Alexander Wang, Topshop and more.
For more summer trends, check out: high waist bathing suits, the best non-leather bags
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Google has fully completed its acquisition on HTC hardware division for almost $1.1 billion . Google managed to get the same team that worked for the 1st and 2nd generation Pixel smart phones . It was announced in September 2017 of its acquisition of HTC for 1.1 billion. Google also gets well experienced team with a number of 2000 engineers, designers and other well reputed staffs.
"I'm delighted that we've officially closed our deal with HTC, and are welcoming an incredibly talented team to work on even better and more innovative products in the years to come", said Rick Osterloh, Google's Senior Vice President of Hardware in a blog post.
"These new colleagues bring decades of experience achieving a series of "firsts" particularly in the smart phone industry—including bringing to market the first 3G smart phone in 2005, the first touch-centric phone in 2007, and the first all-metal unibody phone in 2013. This is also the same team we've been working closely with on the development of the Pixel and Pixel 2″, he added.
The company will continue to make smart phones and planning to launch its great product in the coming months the HTC U11. HTC and GOOGLE have come in a agreement where they signed to give out some of it's employees to google.


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(Work went sideways today and into this evening. Don't know if I will finish the rest of this tonight, so here is the in between.)
Kermit the 2nd went into service about a month after the accident, which at that time was about a month prior to the wedding we were about to host. We were already married, but were finally getting around to having the big celebration, and if you have ever hosted a wedding, you can understand that having a colossal car accident which requires replacing the car via car insurance claims and attorneys and a car dealer two months before you are inundated with family and guests and a weekend filled with highly coordinated events and logistics, well, yeah, it was a bit of added stress that I did not need. (Oh, and my caterer died. Literally dropped dead and I just happened to read his OBITUARY in the LA Times while drinking my morning tea a short time before the accident. Again, pay attention to the signs people!! The answers are always there. )
Annnnyhoodle, getting my new Kermit was a welcome calm in the chaos and we bonded instantly. One of the only places I ever felt safe emotionally was during my drive time. Even if I was headed home, the place where all the hurt and yet unknown dramas were waiting for me, I would float along in my big steel cage on wheels signing songs with all the windows down like I had not a care in the world.
Right at the very height of our relationship's demise, he took my car to Utah for a ski vacation. The ski vacation of course that we took together every year, but he announced he was going alone and he took my car since it was four-wheel drive. I did not like this one bit. Not only was I pretty well wrecked at that point because we had not yet made The Decision (even though we both knew it was coming and frankly, had not figured out how to get there sooner), all I wanted to do was get in MY car and drive drive drive away to get my head cleared. When he came back, there was a big white chunky stain on the driver's side floor mat. It was from road salt that he must have tracked into the car on his boots from the snowy roads. Even months after we split I used to sit and look at that stain and seethe that he didn't place the all-weather mats properly, and that he didn't clack his boots together to get off the excess salted snow and so every time I looked at that damn stain I thought, "What kind of a jerk leaves his wife he's about to divorce alone for two weeks but takes HER car to do it?" An asshole that's who.
When he got back, he moved out. Double good news: I was going to be freed from the mismatch that had temporarily turned me into a shadow of myself, AND I got to keep my car. It was on to the next part of the journey for me and Kermit.


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SHERIDAN — A Sheridan woman previously convicted of felony larceny after she faked a robbery and emptied out the safe at the Eagles Club is facing seven new charges for inflating tips from customers as a waitress.
Miranda Mraz, 25, is accused of six counts of felony forgery and one count of misdemeanor theft for allegedly altering customer receipts at the Firewater Bar and Grill on North Main Street.
In February of 2013, a jury convicted Mraz of felony larceny in Sheridan County's 4th Judicial District Court after a week-long trail. Mraz had called 9-1-1 the morning of April 21, 2012, and claimed she was assaulted shortly after arriving at work as a bartender at the Eagles Club. The money in the safe was missing.
During that trial, prosecutors showed Mraz had actually entered the building and disarmed the alarm twice that morning and inflicted injuries on herself before calling police.
She was ultimately given a suspended sentence and an eight-year probationary term. She also had to pay more than $6,000 in restitution in addition to court fines.
Mraz was arrested again on Tuesday on suspicions that she had altered customer receipts to claim larger tips on multiple occasions between December of last year and Jan. 28 of this year.
According to a narrative written by Sheridan Deputy County Attorney and Prosecutor Christopher LaRosa, who was also the prosecutor in Mraz's 2013 case, investigators found more than a dozen suspicious instances when Mraz claimed tips ranging between 35 and 69 percent of the total ticket price.
When management at the Firewater Bar and Grill became suspicious after receiving multiple customer complaints about unusually high tip amounts, they notified police and ultimately fired Mraz.
Investigators examined merchant copies of receipts served to customers by Mraz and found several had been altered by adding a "1" in front of a tip amount, thus changing a $6 tip to a $16 tip, or blatantly altering existing numbers to indicate higher amounts. Charging documents indicate the alterations on the stubs were sometimes believable, and sometimes, they were more obviously tampered. All altered receipts showed Mraz was the server.
Investigators also contacted customers of the suspect receipts, who agreed the tip amounts were inflated. One customer purchased $23 worth of food and intended to tip $4, but Mraz claimed a $14 tip from the transaction. Another time, a customer purchased a $49 meal, and intended to tip $10, but instead, was charged a $20 tip.
The Firewater Bar and Grill automatically adds 18 percent gratuity on tickets for tables of six or more people. Mraz had a manager's authorization code to include mandatory gratuity, and it appears it was also added to tickets of smaller tables in some cases. Tips are the principal wage for servers there. The state's minimum wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour.
All suspect tips totaled $173 and were believed to be taken by Mraz without authorization.
Court documents indicate that when questioned by investigators, Mraz emotionally denied any wrongdoing and claimed everyone was out to get her.
Bond was set by Sheridan County Circuit Court judge Shelley Cundiff at $10,000 cash.
Each felony larceny charge carries with it a possible 10 years in prison and $10,000 fine. The misdemeanor theft charge adds the possibility of another six months of incarceration and a $700 fine. The total possible sentence is 60.5 years in prison and $6,700 in fines.


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My husband, Andy put together this beautiful video for Zekey's funeral yesterday, March 29th, 2014. The truth of where Zekey is brings me peace and joy for him and hope knowing I'll see him again.
As you will see in the video, Zekey was beautiful, a joy, silly, inquisitive and Batten disease tried to take that all away. In the end, Zekey still shined the light of Jesus. What a true honor and privilege to have been his momma on this earth.
I will post the funeral video on the blog, soon. Again, thank you all so much for your prayers, gifts to help us go on the "Zekey trip" and encouragement in all of this. We love you. Truly.


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Friday, June 12, 2009
What Sucks…Quick Hits: Chastity Bono's Sex Change, James von Brunn, Analog TV, George H. W. Bush
…Chastity Bono Becoming A Dude
Chastity Bono has begun the sex-change process. Look, that's great for her and all but I hope that she's doing it to honor her true identity and NOT because she's competitive and wants to get the one new body part her mom doesn't have!
…88 Year-Olds Who Go On Shooting Rampages!
Come on! You're 88 years old! Maybe we should be tasing the elderly on sight! What are they putting in Ensure these days? Can we get back to yelling at kids to get off your lawn while wearing a loosely fastened bathrobe? Jesus!
…Stories About The Analog TV Switch That Appear On The Web
Why are you people wasting your breath? There is no way someone with analog TV is on the net, reading a blog? What, are you writing this thing on the off chance they are at a library?
…George Bush (41)
Jumping out of a plane for your 85th birthday? Bullshit! If you really wanted to cheat death, you'd…(say it with me, America)…go hunting with Dick Cheney! That's right- I went there, 3 years after it happened!
What Sucks Bonus…A Quick 'Fuck You' To Sarah Palin!
Hey Sarah Palin, you're gonna go 3 days on the fake outrage thing because Dave made a joke about your daughter getting knocked up by A-rod? You're gonna call that a joke about statutory rape? Hey, fuck you!
By the way, anyone within the sound of my blog especially those who lives in the district represented by Brian Kolb in NYS- please remember that he not only thinks Dave should be fired for suggesting that Sarah Palin's daughter would be knocked up by A-rod, but he went as far to write a letter to Les Moonves suggesting it happen. If you're cool with a dude like that representing you, by all means vote for him next time around. F him too.
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Hey dude -Alan Arkin demonstrated howow to be happy in old age - with his role in "Little Miss Sunshine"
Dope and alcohol constantly - and just laugh and watch the suckiness go bye in a happy haze.
Old dudes abide best when way high - totally
dude - if your gonna reolace the duck with something -how about Sarah Palin with a reindeer dick in her asshole.
But dude - no fucked up celebrity - or mad political leader - or tortured grandmom or crippled child:
Sucks as much as an oil slicked duck!
Bring back the DUCK - dude!
Does digibandit post in verse?
Your blog keeps getting better and better! Your older articles are not as good as newer ones you have a lot more creativity and originality now keep it up!
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Since 2001, Dana Lansing has had the pleasure of selling unique and architecturally significant properties in Bucks County, Pa., and Hunterdon and Mercer counties in New Jersey. Whether they are 300-year-old stone farmhouses, exquisite midcentury-moderns or intriguing newer homes, she enjoys making the sales process seamless for buyers and sellers. See Dana's video introduction.
Dana believes that representing a highly unique property, whether as a listing agent or buyer agent, is both an art and a science. With years of experience in the marketplace, familiarity with inventory and connections with key professionals to help close transactions, her goal is to help every client understand the dynamics of their local market. Her many repeat clients are a testament to the experience she brings to the process and the level of service she provides.
Presently a resident of Doylestown Borough, Dana was trained as an architect and holds a bachelor's degree in Architecture from Temple University, studying at the school's campuses in Rome and Philadelphia. This experience, along with earlier training in textile sciences and design, has been extremely helpful in her real-estate business as she can recognize potential in a property as well as advise clients on what likely is and is not possible in a renovation or addition. With her knowledge of the market, she can also help clients understand what improvements make financial sense.
"Real estate, especially in the Bucks County and Hunterdon County markets where the housing stock leans toward the unique, is such a fulfilling career for me," says Dana. "It feels so good to help people find just the right property, and quite often I can bring in my design experience to ensure that clients can take a building in the right direction for their goals."
Dana is based in Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty's New Hope office.
We were looking for a very specific type of house in a very specific neighborhood in New Hope, PA. We worked with a few realtors and were beginning to get nervous because we were having very little luck. By chance I happened to find Dana Lansing who found us the PERFECT house in the PERFECT neighborhood. Dana knew right away what we wanted and she went out of her way to find it for us. She truly worked miracles. The entire process was smooth, efficient and most importantly pleasant! We were new to PA and had a lot of questions, but Dana ensured that we had everything we needed at our fingers tips and we were made comfortable from the beginning to the end. We couldn't be happier in our new home and we have Dana to thank for it. Rosabel, New Hope, PA, May 2016
Dana was instrumental in getting our house prepared for sale and results showed. We had it under agreement in 3 weeks and made settlement 30 days later. Her professionalism and calm nature were most appreciated during the stressful time. I highly recommend her as an outstanding real estate agent. Mary, Buckingham, PA, June 2015
We moved from center city Philadelphia to Doylestown and needed someone who could help us narrow in on the right kind of home for our family. She patiently described all the pros and cons of several kinds of houses and neighborhoods. She helped us narrow our focus on exactly the right kind of house we wanted so when it hit the market we acted the same day. Dana was super responsive, quick to answer any questions, accommodating to our busy schedules and always very professional. She is a pleasure to work with and we are so grateful to have had her assistance in this process. MD Huezo, Doylestown, PA, May 2016
My wife and I had a great experience with Dana.
Dana was very responsive and confident. Her recommendations were clear, to the point and based on her experience. She also acted fast with the listing once my wife and I were ready for the property to be on the market.
What we really like about Dana was that she took an active role in selling the property and she kept us informed along the way. Beyond the normal website advertising, she reached out to her industry colleagues and created interest, such that we had 40+ people who toured the house and two great offers by the third day on the market.
Dana didn't stop there, she was responsive and attentive all the way through the closing process.
We know there are a lot of really great real estate professionals to chose from, but we found Dana to be exceptional. She had a plan and she was able to deliver on her plan, such that we went from listing to closing in a little over one month. I recommend you give her a call. Scott Grezeszak, Doylestown, PA, August 2016
An all star agent! Dana is very detailed, responsive and proactive. She definitely knows a lot about the area she covers and is a very easy going and adorable person. Actually working with her feels more like working with a close friend or even like one of your family member. She understands your likes and dislikes (sometimes even better than you do), and would encourage you to move to the next step at the right time. Believe me, this is very important for first time buyer, who generally is inexperienced and feels hard to make a decision. Thank you Dana, you really make the house hunting process an exciting and fun experience. Idenix, New Hope, PA, July 2017
Dana helped us find and then purchase a home in Bucks Co.. We came in from NJ and using Zillow, made an inquiry which led Dana to contact us. She was fabulous - highly responsive, very knowledgeable of the area/available homes, and was able to determine our preferences quickly so we stayed focused on what my wife and I liked. Within a few days, we found a home, contracted a purchase, and then Dana assisted us in navigating through the PA home purchase routine. Dana helped take the stress out of the experience and was just a fabulous agent to work with. Highly recommend her to anyone coming into the market. Sira CPA, Newtown, PA, May 2016


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Garlic Cremini Mushroom Risotto
My hubby is feeling a little under the weather today. I wanted to give him some comfort food. Risotto is one of his favorite dishes; I make it very often when it's cold. It's very creamy, cozy and hearty. The basics of the risotto is always the same, typically you'll add 2 to 3 ingredients to the base to create your own signature risotto.
Yields: 63 tsp olive oil
4 Tbsp butter
3 tsp garlic, finely chopped
1 whole shallot, finely chopped
4 whole garlic cloves, halved
1 cup melon-seed-shaped pasta
2 cups arborio rice
6 3/4 cups low sodium vegetable broth, warm
1 tsp fleur de sel
2 tsp mushroom powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup aged yellow cheddar, shredded
1/4 cup romano cheese, thinly shaved
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, + extra, to taste and for garnish
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 tsp white peppercorns, freshly ground
3 Tbsp curly parsley, roughly chopped, for garnish
1 Tbsp Truffle oil
In a deep saucepan, get garlic cloves golden in oil. Transfer the cloves on a plate and set aside. In the same saucepan, add shallot, stir until light golden, then saute the mushrooms for about 3 minutes. Add a teaspoon of salt and a tablespoon of parsley. Remove from the heat and transfer to the same plate with the garlic cloves.
In the same saucepan, add 3 tablespoons of butter and wait until it bubbles. Add the garlic until light golden, then add the pasta and rice. The butter should coat all the grains. Pour 1 cup of broth and stir constantly.
After bringing the liquid to a boil, add garlic powder and cheddar then lower the heat to medium low for about 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt. Check the liquid and periodically add 1/4 cup of stock when all the liquid is absorbed. Let simmer for another 15 minutes.
When rice is almost cooked, add mushrooms and parmesan cheese and remaining butter. Adjust seasonning with salt and pepper.
Spray some truffle oil and sprinkle parsley and more parmesan before serving.
Bon appétit!
I think mixing macaroni to the arborio rice brings a lot more starch. The most similar shaped pasta to arborio rice is the melon seed shaped one. I buy the Mexican brand, El Mexicano "Semillas". It is sold in a 7 oz pack.
Coating each grain in butter prevents them from sticking to one another.
I lowered the salt because I added mushroom powder which is already salty. You can fin mushroom powder in specialty stores.
You can also use chicken broth, which is actually the more standard way of preparing risotto. My hubby is a vegetarian so I use vegetable broth.
To get a cheesy flavor and yellow color without the stringy cheesy bits, add it right after boiling the broth.
It's important to pour ladleful of warm stock. The key is to incremently pour the liquid and never let the dish dry out, it would burn the rice at the bottom.
For this dish, I used exactly 6 1/4 cups of broth. The quantity of liquid may vary depending on the heat of the stove and how long you're cooking the rice. At the end, I let it simmer uncovered, sometimes adding another 1/4 cup of liquid until I achieve the right consistency and level of doneness. I like the rice al dente, not all mushy.Published By: on December 31, 1969.


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After watching colleagues prosper with burgers, a growing number of high-end chefs are stepping outside their white-tablecloth turf to launch fast-casual concepts, this time with menus packing more than just better riffs on fast food staples.
"Fast casual is wide open. That's why you see more high-level chefs going in," says Franklin Becker, chef-owner of The Little Beet, a New York City entrant focused on healthy, farm-to-table food.
Becker also runs The Little Beet Table, with an average check of $55, but The Little Beet, with a $14 average check, is more profitable. "I feed 1,500 customers a day and drop 22 percent to the bottom line," he says. Becker has plans to expand to seven locations in 2015.
He's hardly the only classically trained chef to notice the higher volumes and better margins that a fast-casual concept can deliver. Nor is he the only one going beyond burgers, pizza or sandwiches, all of which have already attracted a number of entrants in chef's whites. Here are six freshly minted concepts that have chefs behind the counter.
Chef: Donald Link
Fine-dining cred: Herbsaint, Cochon, Peche Seafood Grill
Concept: Cochon Butcher
Locations: One in New Orleans, another opening in Nashville in Spring, 2015
"We'll see how the second location goes before we commit to opening more," says Link.
Point of differentiation: The house-cured meats are sourced from heritage pigs that have been raised through Link's Fatback Pig Project on Southern farms. The menu offers sandwiches, small plates and shareable platters of smoked meats and sausage. Link claims Cochon Butcher is more of a deli than a fast casual—it boasts a full bar, trained servers and a retail outlet that sells the meat products. But the setting is relaxed and prices gentler than in his other restaurants; checks run $18 to $22, says Link. Each location reflects its city's local vibe.
Chef: Jose Andres
Fine-dining cred: The Bazaar, Jaleo, Zatinya, minibar, China Poblano
Concept: Beefsteak
Locations: One to open this month at George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
Point of differentiation: Contrary to its name, Andres' first fast casual is vegetable-centric—Beefsteak refers to the juicy tomato, not the cut of meat. ThinkFoodGroup, the company founded by Andres and his partners, has been pretty close-mouthed about the concept, but Eater D.C. and the Wall Street Journal reported a few details:
Andres, long a technique geek, is cooking his vegetables, grains and proteins to order in an olive-oil bath. Guests mix and match to create a meal. According to the Washington Post, Andres hopes to open 100 more Beefsteaks. Prices have not yet been disclosed.
Chef: Bradley Ogden
Fine-dining cred: Campton Place Hotel, Lark Creek Inn, Arterra, One Market Restaurant
Concept: Funky Chicken
Locations: One in Houston
Point of differentiation: Slow roasted or lightly fried crispy chicken is the star here, with such sides as quinoa salad and Brussels sprouts. There's also chicken salad, chicken pot pie and veggie offerings. "It was my dream to bring the best of my farm to table food to the world of fast casual dining," says Ogden. "I love making my food available to as many people as possible." Chicken meals with two sides and a homemade biscuit start at $8.99.
Chef: Mike Sheerin
Fine-dining cred: Jean-Georges, WD-50, Blackbird, Trenchermen
Concept: PACKED
Locations: One in Chicago, to open in the spring of 2015
Point of differentiation: The tagline of PACKED is "dumplings reimagined" and the menu at this counter service spot will focus on "an unexpected culinary interpretation of traditional dumplings." Ingredients are coming in from Midwest farmers and influences from several global cuisines are going to show up on the plate. Prices have not yet been disclosed.
The style will be counter service.
Chef: Gerard Craft
Fine-dining cred: Niche, restaurant Taste by Niche, Pastaria
Concept: Porano Pasta + Gelato
Locations: One opening in St. Louis in spring 2015
Point of differentiation: Seeing a void in fast-casual Italian, Craft spun off his popular Pastaria restaurant into an assembly line-style quick-serve pasta place. Guests choose a base of organic semolina pasta, gluten-free pasta, farro, focaccia or a lettuce mix, followed by a protein option (heritage pork meatballs, for example, or braised beef brisket). Last up is an authentic housemade sauce, such as Sunday sugo or pistachio pesto, and a choice of toppings. The chef offers only one type of pasta—sturdy coiled strozzapreti—chosen for its ability to stand up to the sauce without turning to mush. Prices were not yet available.
Chef: Franklin Becker
Fine-dining cred: Abe and Arthur's, Brasserie, Tribeca Grand Hotel, Capitale
Concept: The Little Beet
Locations: Two in metro New York area, with seven more slated to open in 2015
Point of differentiation: "Everyone is chasing their tails into the healthy fast-casual segment," says Becker, but he has personal reasons for the chase: the chef was diagnosed with Type II diabetes at age 27. The Little Beet menu embodies Becker's quest to get healthy; all the items are free of gluten, GMOs, antibiotics and preservatives, but big on seasonal produce, global flavors and portion control. Guests create customizable meals by pairing sides such as roasted sweet potatoes with sea salt and pecorino and charred cauliflower with each other or soups, salads and proteins. Prices range from $8 to $14.


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Northwest's largest condo project starts sales
Insignia is first major condo development since real estate bust
The first major condo project launched since the real estate bust started sales this past weekend.
Insignia, under construction at Sixth Avenue and Bell Street, will have twin 41-story towers atop a shared base. The first phase, set to open in spring 2015, contains 350 one- and two-bedroom condos, priced from a little under $500,000 to approximately $2 million.
The first phase also includes a 41st-floor sky retreat and resident lounge; a seventh-floor open-air terrace with an outdoor grilling area, outdoor fireplace gathering area; a fitness atrium with a yoga and Pilates studio; a screening room with an entertaining bar; an outdoor pet retreat, pet wash and grooming area; a gated and attended parking garage with assigned parking for residents, electric car charging stations and a car wash bay; bike storage with a work area; and retail shops.
The second phase would build the north tower, including an indoor lap pool and spa, steam room and sauna. The project is targeting Silver certification through the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program.
"My ambition is to create truly great places for people to live," developer Nat Bosa said in a news release. "Seattle is in for an incredible ride, and there's no looking back." (Urbnlivn has an interview with Bosa.)
More than 200 companies have announced they are either moving to Seattle or opening a major branch office here in the past year, Alan Mark, founder and president of project broker The Mark Company, Northwest, said in the release. "The technology sector, a major component of job growth and sustainability, now draws 85 percent of software graduates to Seattle on a permanent basis."
More than 100 "interested prospects" visited Insignia's sales center during the opening weekend, according to the news release.
Read more real estate news. Visit seattlepi.com's home page for more Seattle news.


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Man home for class reunion, shot in the face
MILWAUKEE- It was supposed to be a weekend of old memories and good friends at a class reunion, but instead a man was shot in the face Saturday morning at around 1 a.m.
Claudiare Motley, a Milwaukee native, was in town from Charlotte for the Milwaukee Tech Class of 1989 class reunion.
He moved to North Carolina six years ago.
When he was dropping a friend off near 63rd and Capitol after a pre-class reunion get together Saturday morning, Motley said he was looking at his phone when he heard a tap at his window.
When he looked up he saw a man with a gun.
He said he took off to try and get away but the suspect fired a shot at him.
The bullet hit Motley in the jaw and exited out the other side of his face.
Motley, bleeding from the face, drove himself to St. Joseph's Hospital.
His jaw was broken by the bullet, but he survived.
Motley said he's noticed a change in Milwaukee when it comes to violence, although he still believes this is a great city.
However, he does think the city is in a spiral.
Motley will have surgery on Wednesday.
Milwaukee police are still investigating this case.


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The Evil of Pictionary2007-06-1 @ 10:23
The other night, we were at a friend's for a (nice) party and started playing Pictionary. We didn't use the game, but came up, in two teams, with (sometimes wacky) words and expressions, then went at it. And how. I hadn't played in a long while, but let me tell you, people get inflamed playing this game. And it's not just competition.
Take, for example, the Simpsons episode where Milhouse's parents (Kirk and Luann) split up:
Kirk: Ah, come on Luanne, you know what this is.
Luanne: Kirk, I don't know what it is.
Kirk: [sighs] It could not be more simple, Luanne. You want me to show this to the cat, and have the cat tell you what it is? 'Cause the cat's going to get it.
Luanne: I'm sorry, I'm not as smart as you, Kirk. We didn't all go to Gudger College.
[timer dings]
Kirk: It's dignity! Gah! Don't you even know dignity when you see it?
Luanne: Kirk, you're spitting.
Kirk: Okay, genius, why don't you draw dignity.
[she does so]
[everyone gasps in recognition — we can't see it, however]
Dr. Hibbert: Worthy of Webster's.
The thing is, Pictionary is one of those rare games where communication is the goal. And two of the thing that irks us most are: not being understood and not understanding. Especially when it comes to that special someone, who usually happens to be on the same team.
As in everyday life, we tend to express ourselves in a way that make sense, from our point of view. The same thing with Pictionary: we tend to draw things that we would understand. And to see the drawing, of course, from our perspective. It takes a conscious effort to work from the other's point of view. And we tend to think that, if we have a special bond with someone, they'll share our perspective, at least more than most, and understand us readily. The opposite of which, at least for trivial matters, comes to light through exercises like Pictionary.
And in couples, a lot of the problems have to do with communication, or lack thereof more precisely. Not that all problems are based on a lack of communication, but communication plays an important role in making things better or worst – usually the latter.
Add competition, maybe a bit of alcohol, and the lack of expressive restraint that trivial matters tend to give us, and you have an explosive cocktail.
Fortunately, no one was hurt at that party, although we did discover that one of us was psychic (how do you guess "crack whore" from "woman with penis"?).


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Monday, March 30, 2009
Illegal Filing Fees in Divorce
Last summer there was an increase in court filing fees that occurred state wide here in Florida. What was more shocking for most of us was not that the courts were charging $408.00 rather than $363.00 for a new divorce filing, but that there would be a $295.00 charge for all counter-petitions. Seems like many people around the state are in an uproar over the charge for a counter-petition for dissolution of marriage. Some county clerks are continuing to charge this fee even after the Attorney General issued a formal opinion that stated that the filing fee for counter-petitions was not authorized in family law cases. Now the clerks of the court are subject to a class action suit which has been filed in Hillsborough County about the wrongful charging of these filing fees. It'll be interesting to see how this all pans out, but I would hope that the clerks would have to return these fees to the people who have already paid them and to stop collecting the fees from future counter-petitioners.
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Labels: Clerk of the Court, Divorce, Filing Fees
Thursday, March 19, 2009
How Much Money Does One Person Need?
I'm always shocked and appalled when I hear about people who ask the courts to provide them with unreasonably large divorce settlements, especially in what I consider to be a short term marriage. For most people, if you haven't been married for at least ten (10) years, alimony is the exception and not the rule and settlements are based strictly on what assets the marriage has obtained during the marital period. I was forwarded a story by one of my employees about a woman who was married in 2002 and is seeking to obtain a settlement that would support her need to have $53,000.00 per week for her living expenses. Her list of weekly expenses she has, among other things, $8,000.00 for travel expenses and $4,500.00 for clothing. The issue is that she signed a Post-Nuptial Agreement whereby she would get $43 Million and she wants to set that agreement aside. Some lawyers seem to think that she would get far less than $43 million if the agreement were to be set aside, and given the length of the marriage, I would tend to think that would be the case. Now I'm sure that this woman believes that she cannot live off of less than $53,000.00 per month and that she has a major concern about burning through her divorce settlement in 16 years. However, the real question is whether there are enough marital assets that entitle her to a $43 million settlement in the first place. If there are only $50 million worth of marital assets, she is arguably only entitled to $25 million in a settlement. It'll be interesting to see how this all plays out, but I have a suspicion that Marie Douglas-David is going to wish that she had taken the first offer of settlement, because it is usually the best one in divorce. Be careful what you wish is a mantra that holds true often, especially in a divorce.
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Labels: Divorce, Post Nuptial Agreements, Settlements
Monday, March 16, 2009
Key To A Happy Relationship
I may be a divorce attorney, but believe it or not, I am not an advocate for divorce. In fact, I wish that more people were able to make their marriages work and I am always on the look out for helpful advice for people who are in healthy relationships and are looking for ways to continue to stay happy. While I don't agree with all the advice that is in the article to follow, I do believe that this atricle has some good advice and tips for staying on the right track in your relationship.
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text: The Co-op prides itself on sourcing items which utilize fair trade practices whenever possible. This means that we can ensure workers are paid a fair wage, that they work in clean and safe conditions and that the environment is treated with care. Founded in 2003, Alaffia is a US-based company that focuses on women's empowerment, community development and the cooperative model. They utilize traditional methods for harvesting shea nuts and turning them into shea butter which is used in a variety of skincare products. To learn more about Alaffia, their practices and empowerment projects visit www.alaffia.com.


text: Winston Craig is professor of nutrition and director of the dietetics internship program at Andrews University in Michigan. He has taught and lectured widely and has authored over 75 publications. He received his PhD in organic chemistry from the University of Queensland in Australia and his masters in public health from Loma Linda University. He is a registered dietitian and is a member of the American College of Nutrition, the American Institute of Nutrition, and the American Diabetic Association.


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Proposed regulation on inclusionary zoning – concerns and recommendations
February 1, 2018 - Dear Minister Mauro and Minister Milczyn, I hope this finds you well. The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) commends the Government for giving municipalities inclusionary zoning powers as a means to increase the availability of affordable housing. However, I am writing today to raise concerns about the "Proposed regulation under the Planning Act related to inclusionary zoning," and to urge the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to make changes to its proposed regulation to make sure that it provides the tools and flexibility that municipalities need to meaningfully address the affordable housing crisis.


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With less than twenty days left before the gaokao, third year high school students have become the main focal point of teachers and parents. For female third year students, lead teachers are an extra layer of protection.
Lead teacher suggestion: if you have menstrual cramps, take birth control
Yesterday, an individual username 学生高考 posted on a Ma'anshan local website called xiaomawang, saying that she was the mother of a third year student. The user claimed that her daughter had returned home from school yesterday and told her that the lead teacher quietly pulled her to the side right before the end of class, asking her when her period was and whether or not she was experiencing menstrual pain. The lead teacher also recommend to the student that if she has menstrual pain, she should take birth control, and that she should do so as early as possible. This would delay her period, so as to avoid it having any negative effect on her gaokao.
The poster of the comments was interviewed by Nanjing-based Jinling Evening News, saying that her daughter gets good grades, and that since the teachers want to maintain a high average on the test scores of the students they teach, they also take extra precautions with students. Although Mrs. Shao understands the great care the lead teacher has, when it comes to this kind of sensitive topic, it would be better to get in touch with parents first to make a decision. Otherwise, when others find out, they might think her daughter is actually taking contraceptive medicine to avoid pregnancy.
Investigation: Nearly half of female students are worried
"I'm very worried that during the days of the test, my 'good friend' will show up and affect my test results." Yesterday, reporters went to numerous high schools in Ma'anshan, and with the help of teachers, interviewed ten female third year students, half of whom had worries like this.
Among the ten girls interviewed, there were five who were "very worried", as well as two who had gone to a doctor for medicine to adjust their period.
After doing some counting, one student named Li discovered that this year, her period would be starting during the days of the gaokao. "I get serious cramps and and other issues every time I have my period, and I am worried that over ten years of study might be ruined by my period." For this reason, Li has found a women's hospital, and would like to delay her period by taking medicine. "Although the doctor recommends that I do not do this, and instead that I would be fine just using some painkillers, I'm still quite worried."
Some girls still plan to change the date of their period although it does not fall during the gaokao. Another student named Jing said that although her period is not during those particular days, she wants to avoid being nervous by having it sooner or delaying it. "I've never been very good at dealing with stress, so to avoid any surprise situations, I'd still like to make some preparations."
"That day, our teacher wanted us to go buy birth control." A student named Jie explained that in the past few days, the lead teacher had gathered all the girls in the class together and talked to them about the issue of periods during the test. Since the lead teacher is a younger male teacher, he wasn't too clear either. He just said, "Go to the pharmacy and buy some medicine called Levonorgestrel (毓婷), then take it for a few days before the test."
Jie said that she had not heard of this kind of medicine before, but that after school she went to the pharmacy with several other female classmates. When she loudly said, "I want to buy Levonogestrel", the salesperson was astonished, responding, "That's birth control medicine!"
The girls blushed immediately. "So awkward!"
Department of Education: Don't encourage it, don't promote it
Reporters interviewed a manager at the Ma'anshan Department of Education regarding the incident reported on the internet. The manager explained, most children today are only children, and that many parents give excessive vitamins and nutrients to their children. Additionally, puberty arrives for each child at a different time, so not even to mention high school, many girls are already having their periods during middle school.
The manager also said that according to their understanding, such medication recommendations have been made to female students for many years. Even during the high school entrance exam physical fitness tests, there are some third year middle school students who use contraceptive medicine to prevent period during running and avoid an embarrassing situation affecting their test.
The manager explained that because it involves private and sensitive issues, the Department of Education has never encouraged nor promoted these methods among female students, and that for the same reason, the Department does not have the authority and is unable to prohibit female students from taking birth control or using other methods to delay their period during testing times.
Expert: Taking progesterone has fewer side effects
Will taking birth control definitely delay one's period, and is there any way to have the same effect while reducing side effects? To answer these questions, reporters went to to ask Director of the People's Hospital of Ma'anshan City Gynecology Department, Jiang Yezhong.
According to Dr. Jiang, menstruation is an important physiological sign of maturity in females that has a set cycle, and disturbing this cycle has no benefits to a woman's body. If a period occurs during the gaokao, it's most important to reduce any pain. Aside from enriching the blood through regular use of traditional Chinese medicinal food-based therapy, it's very hard to manage this pain in the short term.
Jiang Yezhong told reporters that if a period must be delayed, taking birth control is not the best method since this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, bleeding, and other unpleasant issues. There are many side effects, and according to statistics, contraceptive medicine has strong psychological effects on young women. For this reason, taking birth control is not as good as taking progesterone caplets (which are sold by most pharmacies). Dr. Jiang explained that progesterone is a natural pregnancy-related hormone with few side effects. Students can take 400 mg per day starting one week before the test, and can stop taking it immediately following the test. It cannot be used long term.
Dr. Jiang explained at the same time that most people who take progesterone are able to delay their period, but that some people are not sensitive to the medicine and do not absorb it well, so results may not be clear. Regardless, harm caused to the body will be less than if taking birth control. Any individual who finds taking birth control effective will also find taking progesterone effective since the reason for taking birth control is to take advantage of the effects of the pregnancy-related hormones. This is the same logic behind taking progesterone.
Original publication date: 5/22/13
Source: http://edu.163.com/13/0522/22/8VGV2ANO00294JDE.html


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Soho Cinders
|Soho Cinders
Original concert recording of Soho Cinders
|George Stiles
|Anthony Drewe
|Anthony Drewe
Elliot Davis
|2011 Gala concert
2012 Off-West End
2019 Off-West End
Soho Cinders is a musical with music by George Stiles, lyrics and a book by Anthony Drewe with Elliot Davis as co-author. A modern adaptation of the Cinderella story, Soho Cinders transfers the action to the heart of London's Soho. The eponymous heroine is replaced by a young rent boy called Robbie who gets wrapped up in an illicit affair with an aspiring politician called James Prince. The story intertwines elements of Cinderella with contemporary political scandal and an urban setting.
The musical was first showcased in 2008, followed by a sold-out gala concert production of it in 2011. A recording of this was released in 2011.[1]
"Soho Cinders is packed with the best songs Stiles and Drewe have yet written, driving character, plot and wit in perfect harmony (in every sense)..." Mark Shenton, The Stage [2]
Soho Cinders received its world premiere off-West End at London's Soho Theatre in 2012.
Inception and development[edit]
George Stiles and Anthony Drewe started work on Soho Cinders in 2000, having come up with the idea of updating a very basic version of Cinderella into something different in the 1990s.[3] In the summer of 2000, Drewe and George Stiles sat in Regents Park to start developing their adaptation and wrote a lot of it in France at Stiles' sister-in-law's house.[3] Although the musical was almost finished, the pair had been busy with other projects like Honk, Betty Blue Eyes and Mary Poppins, which hindered their progress on Soho Cinders.[3]
Workshops for the musical began in the early 2000s but it was not until 6 July 2008 that some of the musical's songs were exclusively premiered at Her Majesty's Theatre as part of a gala concert that celebrated the 25th anniversary of Stiles and Drewe's songwriting partnership, entitled A Spoonful of Stiles and Drewe. The pair debuted the songs "Wishing for the Normal", "I'm So Over Men", "Gypsies of the Ether", "It's Hard to Tell", "They Don't Make Glass Slippers" and "You Shall Go to the Ball". Singers included Gareth Gates, Leanne Jones, Oliver Tompsett, Joanna Riding and Claire Moore as well as Rebecca Thornhill, Daniel Boys, Alison Jiear, Richard Dempsey and James Gillan as ensemble members.[4] A one-off charity gala concert then followed on 9 October 2011 with an all star cast and a 16-piece band led by George Stileson in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Stiles and Drewe describe Soho Cinders as "rawer" and "grown-up" in comparison to their previous work.[3] They wanted to make Soho Cinders satirical and political and set it in the present day; different from their other work of fairy tales and period pieces. On the pair's website, Soho Cinders is described as a "fable for the noughties" that is inspired by musicals like Guys and Dolls, which achieve a world which never really existed but you kind of feel might have done. They are a heightened version of a past time. The pair have attempted to create a version of London in its current state. They have acknowledged Soho Cinders as both comedic, romantic but a musical that touches on a few serious issues.
Soho Cinders is loosely based on the story of Cinderella. It is a modern musical fable that is set and celebrates the London district of Soho which mixes politics, sex scandals, and true love in a story about an impoverished student, Robbie, who is paying for his college bills in a somewhat unorthodox way, becoming romantically involved with the engaged prospective mayoral candidate, James Prince. James and Robbie's worlds collide, forcing them to fight for their own fairy-tale ending in this hilarious, satirical twist on the classic Cinderella story.
Musical numbers[edit]
Production history[edit]
Soho Cinders had a gala concert production at the Queen's Theatre on 9 October 2011 in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. The concert, which was supported by Whatsonstage.com, was sold-out and featured a cast of West End performers: Jos Slovick as Robbie; Michael Xavier as James Prince; Amy Lennox as Velcro; Beverley Rudd and Suzie Chard as Dana and Clodagh; David Bedella as William George; Hannah Waddingham as Marilyn Platt; Richard David-Caine as Sasha; Clive Carter as Lord Bellingham; Sharon D Clarke as Chelle and Sandi Toksvig as a narrator.[5]
In 2012, Soho Cinders received its world premiere as a full-scale production at Soho Theatre, running from 3 August to 9 September 2012. Although there are some changes, the cast includes most of the performers who were present at the 2011 gala concert production. The changes include Thomas Milner as Robbie; Gerard Carey as William Ceorge; Jenna Russell as Marilyn Platt; Raj Ghatak as Sasha; Neil McCaul as Lord Bellingham; Amanda Posenor as Sidesaddle (previously Chelle). The production also features the voice of Stephen Fry as a narrator. It is produced by Jamie Hendry in collaboration with the Booking Office, Daniel Sparrow and Mike Walksh Productions and Neil Marcus and is directed by Jonathan Butterell with choreography from Drewe McOnie and design by Morgan Large, Hugh Vanstone (lighting) and Adam Fisher (sound).
In 2016 Soho Cinders was revived again for another 5 week Off- West End run at The Union Theatre from 23 November - 22 December. The cast included Joshua Lewindon as Robbie; Emily Deamer as Velcro; Michaela Stern as Clodagh; Natalie Harman as Dana; Lewis Asquith as James Prince; Lowri Walton as Marilyn; and Chris Coleman as Lord Bellingham.
The United States premiere of Soho Cinders took place in Dallas Texas at Uptown Players from 13–22 June 2014.[citation needed]
In October 2019, the production was revived yet again on a 'limited run' set to end in December at the Charing Cross Theatre starring Luke Bayer and Millie O'Connell. [6]
Critical reception[edit]
The world premiere received mixed reviews with critics being most enthusiastic about performances by the cast, production design and choreography, but less enthusiastic about its book and some "predictable" musical numbers.[7][8] However, most critics have found highlights in all the different elements of the musical.[9][10][11] They have compared it to such works as Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be for having "something of the same infectious cheerfulness" and likened its "light-hearted charm and touching moments" to Legally Blonde and Mamma Mia!.[12][13]
- ^ "Stiles and Drewe's Soho Cinders (Live Concert Recording) by George Stiles & Anthony Drewe on iTunes". iTunes. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ "Stiles & Drewe | Soho Cinders". stilesanddrewe.com. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ a b c d http://www.officiallondontheatre.co.uk/news/backstage-pass/article/item149586/a-partnership-stiles-drewe/
- ^ Production History
- ^ Photos: Stiles & Drewe Debut Soho Cinders at Starry Gala
- ^ https://charingcrosstheatre.co.uk/theatre/soho-cinders
- ^ http://www.thestage.co.uk/reviews/review.php/37023/soho-cinders
- ^ http://www.variety.com/review/VE1117948027
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 12 August 2012. Retrieved 10 August 2012.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^ https://www.standard.co.uk/arts/theatre/soho-cinders-soho-w1--review-8030838.html
- ^ http://londonist.com/2012/08/theatre-review-soho-cinders-soho-theatre.php
- ^ https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2012/aug/14/soho-cinders-review
- ^ http://westend.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-Reviews-SOHO-CINDERS-at-Soho-Theatre-20120810


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Approaching the bridge below the south rail approach
Photo taken by Nathan Morton in July 2010
BH Photo #169431
Crossing the Huey P. Long Bridge on Amtrak's Sunset Limited
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From Louisiana Statewide Historic Bridge Inventory. The included quote is from:
Louisiana Timed Managers, �Huey P. Long Bridge Dedicated as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark,� press release dated 28 September 2012
Is a discussion and notes page for the widening of this bridge. It is a unique widening of the truss structure while the bridge remains open.
Really a neat concept
The middle cantilevered span is fascinating. I have not noticed one like it before.
An engineering description of the project:
Mainly a railroad bridge, the auto lanes were 1930s 18 foot with pipe railing. It was a pretty exciting motorcycle ride: massive steel and perhaps a train along one side and barely anything between you and the river far below on the other side.
Their renderings seem to show that they're taking great care to copy the existing design in the expansion, right down to the beam stylings and cross-lacing. Is this true? It seems to me that they expect the structure to last forever as rarely do I see anyone make such a large investment to remodel an existing bridge (especially one 75 years old!) in favor of new construction! Then again, rail bridges do seem to last nearly forever just because of how their built and the matter-of-fact way in which rail companies keep them maintained.
This bridge is going through a dramatic transformation to say the least. Trusses added to the roadways, makes awesome sense. Will be a neat crossing once it is all done.
This is an incredible bridge! Adding some Street Views to show this.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is currently undertaking a project to widen the vehicular lanes on the span. The project will take a while, so if you need to cross via the Huey P Long bridge, exercise caution while they work on it!
Longest railroad bridge in the US


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Over the last few months there's been various unofficial announcements for who will take on the roles of the Gunslinger and the Man in Black in the Dark Tower movies. It's been interesting to follow the media, especially the controversy around the choice for that lead role, but finally we've received an official announcement. On March 1, 2016, Stephen King himself tweeted:
It's official: The man in black fled across the desert and the gunslinger followed. #DarkTowerMovie @McConaughey @IdrisElba
So there you have it, our two main protagonist are cast: Idris Elba will take on the role of Roland Deschain, and Matthew McConaughey will be his nemesis, the Man in Black.
Controversy: A Black Gunslinger
Since Idris (The Wire, Luther, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom) was first put forward for the role of Gunslinger back in December, there's been a great deal of discussion on the fact that Roland has never once been imagined, either in print or in the readers minds, as being Black. In creating his Gunslingers, Stephen King was influenced by Sergio Leone's Spaghetti Westerns, and the Arthurian legends, so this is certainly taking things in another direction.
I'll confess I was a little confused by this decision when I first heard about it, but then I figured, "hey, this is Hollywood, they do weird things". Once you get used to the idea you realize it has no great impact on the storyline.
It will certainly be interesting to see how they handle castings for other characters from the line of Arthur Eld – I hope it doesn't become too wishy-washy.
The Man in Black fled across the desert…
…and his name was Matthew McConaughey.
McConaughey's involvement has been all but official since last November. Although he was originally in the running for both this and the Gunslinger role, he was quoted as saying that he'd be more interested in playing the villain, and so it comes as no surprise that he will be taking on the role of Randall Flagg (the most common alias for Walter Padick, aka, the Man in Black).
Other Casting News
Rumors have been running amok these last few weeks, and now Abbey Lee (Mad Max: Fury Road, Gods of Egypt) has also been put forward for a major role in the franchise. The details on this are pretty slim for the moment but Deadline, who broke the story, had this to say (paraphrasing), "she's sexy, dangerous, has fake human skin, and cold snake-like eyes. She doesn't come in until the seventh book, but will be starring in the first film.". The character name given by Deadline was Tirana, but this is not an actual name from the books. So, who is Tirana?
Final Thoughts
Nikolaj Arcel as director, Idris Elba as the Gunslinger, and Matthew McConaughey as Randall Flagg. That's a pretty solid line-up, but we're still to hear anything on who will play Jake Chambers.
Neither has there been any mention that production has actually started, and with Sony previously being noted as wanting to have a January 2017 release, they'll need to get their skates on.
Winter releases are traditional times for movies with darker themes, so it's understandable why Sony have said January, but that's now just 10 months away. Sure, this first movie will likely be the simplest to make, but that's still a pretty short time to get it done in — if we expect shooting to take 3 months, and post-production to take 6 months, then that stil gives them some room to play around with. Well, as they say, time will tell…
UPDATE: various sources around the internet are reporting that the release date has been pushed back to February 17, 2017.


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Every good wedding starts with a good venue, from a grand stately home to industrial blank spaces, quirky warehouses or rustic barns, everyone has a different take on their perfect venue.
Now here at Revelry Towers we pride ourselves on the ability to sniff out the right venue for you but as well as knowing various venues personally we also work with venue directories for additional inspiration. We recently met the lovely Rebecca from VenueScanner, who answered some of our questions about the venue directory and how it works. If you're looking for a venue then read on...
1. So Rebecca, what is VenueScanner?
VenueScanner is a discovery, comparison and booking website for meeting and event venues.
2. Sounds helpful, how did it begin?
It began, like many great start-ups in a garden shed! The idea was developed from myself and my co-founder Benjy's personal experiences of trying to discover and book venues. We were working at Marks & Spencer and every team workshop, team away day, summer party, Christmas party etc etc was a total pain to find and book the venue. It's crazy how hard it was given how many great venues we are surrounded by in London, most of which have over 30% availability!
So, in early 2015 we explored the concept of finding all the venues near to us and putting them on a search website. And quickly we have become the fastest growing marketplace in the UK for venues.
3. That's exciting, so tell us, how does Venue Scanner work?
Our aim is to be super simple to use. Here is the low down:
1. Search by postcode & event type
2. Compare side by side all of the venues within that category (>8000 to choose from!)
3. Filter the venues according to:
a. Venue Type: Affordable, Creative, Traditional, Warehouse etc
b. Number of guests
c. Budget
d. Event Type
4. When you like a venue you can click 'The little pink plus' which adds the venue to your basket
5. When ready you can write one enquiry and send it off to all venues
6. Venue Hosts will receive your enquiry immediately and respond directly to you via our messaging hub
7. All your enquiries will be in one place and when you are ready you can book & pay.
8. We are always online to help, and if you don't have time to search and compare you can simply send us your event details and we find the best spaces for you.
3. What's the best thing about Venue Scanner for anyone looking for a wedding or party venue
The best thing about VenueScanner is that it is quick & easy.
You have the widest variety of venues at your fingertips and can tailor the search to find your perfect venue in 5-10 minutes and then enquire direct at the click of a button. No agencies, middle men or fees. Someone on chat to help you at all times!
4. What advice would you give anyone looking for a venue?
The venue is one of the most important parts of your event, however blank canvas venues can be converted to fit any event theme. I am always tempted to find blank canvas, quirky and interesting spaces which tend to be more affordable and spend more on creating the perfect event within the blank canvas venue.
We have found that enquiring with 5 venues at once when you are searching delivers the greatest likelihood of making your booking quick and simple and avoids availability issues.
5. What sets you apart from other directories?
We are a tiny tech team. We are not an agency or have any venues or agencies associated to us. We are purely trying to complete the mission of making venue discovery & booking really really simple. We also offer lots of rewards for repeat bookings and like to send everyone who books with us either a bottle of wine or bunch of flowers as a surprise so if you like either of these check us out! ;)


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I was just asked to be on HuffPo live for my post about fat shaming.
I want to do it, but...yeah, I think we all know why I'd be extremely hesitant to do something like this.
Thoughts? I'm just kind of in shock right now.
ETA: Claire Walla is the reporter wanting the story. I'm going over to read her stuff now; anyone know her style?