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Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of community members that have commonly rented a place where we can build projects both collectively and individually. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.
Stay informed
- Sign up to the announcement mailing list to keep up with our group.
- Our Calendar of events
- Follow us on Twitter @Bloominglabsand Facebook.
- Checkout photos from past events on Flickr
- Our IRC server is at irc.bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.
- We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.
We are a non-profit now! Bloominglabs is incorporated as its own entity in the state of Indiana, and is fiscally sponsored by School Factory, Inc., a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:
- (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware Donations.
- We have acquired a Laser cutter.
- We have acquired a mill. If want to chip in for it, add your pledge to the Mill page.
- We have lockers available for rent now!!
Current Events (PastEvents)
- Arduino Workshops Coming in October
The Arduino is a popular, affordable, and accessible platform for microcontroller programming. It can be used to control LED lights, motors in a robot, and to trigger sounds. It can be used to make game controllers or art projects, or anything you can dream up.
Sessions are Oct 17th and 24th at 7pm, the price is $30 for 2 2-hour sessions (although we'll hang out longer if you want to experiment and play some more). Please bring your own laptop with the free Arduino software installed (you can get it here:http://arduino.cc/en/main/software ) All other materials (Arduino, breadboards, sensors, motors, piezo speakers, and LEDs) will be provided.
- Public Hack Meetings!
- Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm
- Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff
- All ages and everyone is welcome
- Summer Workshops
- We'll be holding a variety of workshops this summer and will post dates both here and to our announcement mailing list when we finalize them
- These should include: rain and compost barrel making, machining, vector graphic design and tool use, cutting and engraving with the laser...
- Our members are also working with WonderLab and the Monroe County Public Library to help each with summer educational programs
- Speaker making at Wonderlab
- September 21, 2pm to 4pm
- Contact Wonderlab for more information
We are accepting memberships! Please see the Membership Manual for details. If you are a new member please check out the New Members page as well.
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 3927 W. Roll Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. We currently have an electronics and robotics focus but there's also interest in general science and astronomy as well. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.
- Meeting_Minutes
- Bloominglabs Log - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news
Our Location
We have 1,000 sq ft of which 750 sq ft is unfinished, cement floor workspace and 250 sq ft is finished office space for hanging out. There's also a full bathroom. The address is 3927 W. Roll Avenue which is just north of 2nd Street up Curry Pike. Come check it out! [MAP]
Laser Cutter
We have funded a laser cutter, which is now on-site!! What can people do with this you might ask?? It can cut light wood and acrylic for rapid prototyping. It can also etch wood, acrylic, and metal. Many objects from iphones to laptops can be directly engraved with a laser. Be sure to watch some videos here, here, and here.
We have a 5th generation 40W laser from Full Spectrum.
Who are we?
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.
- Read our Bylaws for a more formalized overview
Kits For Sale
Bloominglabs is a reseller of adafruit kits and products. See KitsForSale for details.
For members: check out our page about selling things at the workshops at SellingThings and for calculating sales tax, check out Sales Tax Calculator for 47401
We are currently working on our summer workshop schedule and will post it soon.
Reserve a spot at any of our workshops or classes by sending email to contact]at[bloominglabs.org.
What is a hacker space?
It's a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.
Current Projects
What needs to be done yet?
Check out the Todo list to see the latest things we need to get done.
Also see who else is working on this project: Special:ListUsers
Uploaded files: Special:ImageList
Nearby Hacker Spaces or initiatives:
- Club Cyberia (INDIANAPOLIS!)
- Makerspace Goshen (Goshen Indiana)
- Hive13 (Cincinnati, OH)
- LVL1 (Louisville Kentucky)
- Vault404 (Louisville Kentucky)
- Collexion (Lexington Kentucky)
- Pumping Station: One (Chicago)
- Dayton Diode
- Detroit Facility
- i3 Detroit
Other Cool Groups in Bloomington
- The Bloomington Print Collective -- a non-profit community print shop.
- Indiana Filmmakers Network -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.
- Bloomington Amateur Radio Club
- Indiana University Amateur Radio Club


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KFC is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain, specializing in our famous Original Recipe® fried chicken. It all started with one cook who created a finger lickin' good recipe more than 75 years ago, a list of secret herbs and spices scratched out on the back of the door to his kitchen. That cook was Colonel Harland Sanders, of course, and today we still follow his formula for success, with real cooks breading and freshly preparing our delicious chicken by hand. Our aim is to put a smile on people's faces around the world and give every customer a special experience on each occasion. Our vision is that our jobs will be the best in the world for those committed to serving great food and looking after customers better than anyone else.
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Customer Service Team Members are responsible for ensuring the provision of fresh, quality products, friendly and efficient service and maintaining clean and well-presented facilities for our valued customers!
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No experience necessary as full Training will be provided to all employees. Retail Traineeships are also available for employees who meet the required criteria.
Working with KFC will give you financial independence, you'll receive recognition for your efforts and gain skills to set you on your career path. KFC is a place where good things happen as soon as you walk through the door.
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Equus "Story of the Horse" | Episode 1: Origins
Season 37 Episode 8 | 53m 29s
The relationship between man and his noble steed is almost as old as civilization itself, allowing our species to explore, conquer and flourish side by side with the horse. NATURE traces this revolutionizing partnership with anthropologist Niobe Thompson in this two-part series.
Aired: 01/16/19
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Major support for NATURE is provided by the Arnhold Family in memory of Henry and Clarisse Arnhold, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, the Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, the Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust, Kathy Chiao and Ken Hao, the Anderson Family Fund, the Filomen M. D'Agostino Foundation, Rosalind P. Walter, the Halmi Family in memory of Robert Halmi, Sr., Sandra Atlas Bass, Doris R. and Robert J. Thomas, the Hite Foundation, Charles Rosenblum, the Arlene and Milton D. Berkman Philanthropic Fund, the Sun Hill Family Foundation, the M. & H. Sommer Foundation, Ron Hull, the Bradley L. Goldberg Family Foundation, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, by PBS, and by Viewers Like You.


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On Monday, January 21, 2013, volunteers from Cameron University and the Lawton-Fort Sill community will celebrate "a day on, not a day off" in service to the community as part of the national Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. CU officials are hoping to recruit over 400 volunteers for the event. To volunteer, register online at www.cameron.edu/mlkcelebration/dayofservice or call the Office of Student Activities at (580) 581-2217. The volunteers will work on community projects from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
"Cameron University students, faculty and staff are dedicated to service to our community," says Jennifer Holland, Vice President for Student Services. "We encourage community organizations to submit potential projects for our workday, because we anticipate having a volunteer workforce approaching 400 members. We hope volunteers will register in advance so we can allocate the appropriate number of workers to each project. We appreciate of the many members of the community who always help make the MLK Day of Service a success."
Organizations with community service projects in need of a volunteer workforce should contact the Office of Student Services at (580) 581-2244. Projects should be able to be completed in one day. Cameron officials will work with each organization's staff to determine the manpower and materials required for completion of a project.
Volunteer registration will close on January 11, 2013 so that project assignments can be determined. Volunteers will receive project details and site locations the week of January 14.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. devoted his life to advancing equality, social justice, and opportunity for all. He once said "Life's most urgent and persistent question is: what are you doing for others?" Cameron's volunteer corps on the MLK Day of Service will joined tens of thousands of volunteers across the nation who will answer Dr. King's challenge to do something for others. Just as Dr. King set big goals and focused relentlessly on results, sustained citizen action is critical to addressing social challenges in communities across the nation.
Initiated by Congress in 1994, the King Day of Service is a way to transform Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and teachings into community service that helps solve social problems. On this day, Americans of every age and background celebrate Dr. King through service projects that strengthen communities, empower individuals, bridge barriers, create solutions to social problems and move us closer to King's vision of a "Beloved Community."
Led by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the King Center, the MLK Day of Service will include thousands of projects spread across all 50 states. Families, students, congregations, employees, and individuals of all ages and backgrounds will come together to celebrate MLK Day by making a difference in their communities.
The MLK Day of Service is a part of United We Serve, President Barack Obama's national call-to-service initiative. It calls for Americans from all walks of life to work together to provide solutions to our most pressing national problems.
For more information on the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, go to www.cameron.edu/mlkcelebration/dayofservice or www.mlkday.gov.
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About a year and a half ago, I posted an observation that your participation in the community which has grown up within the Life With MS Blog has made this a place for tens of thousands to come. I also stated in that observation that I had reluctantly accepted that I am a voice for myself and for others living with multiple sclerosis.
I am honored to announce that the MS Society of the United Kingdom has asked me to chime in on their soon-to-be-built social networking site a couple of times a month as a voice from America in, "A Yank's Life With MS". As with all the work I do with the National MS Society and other charitable organizations, this will be 100% unpaid volunteerism. Payment was not offered nor requested.
We're not really sure how the whole thing is going to work, what their audience might be looking for, or what it even is to be a voice from America. I do hope that we'll get a few new British friends to follow us back to this garden of conversation and support. Wouldn't it be great to have a few new perspectives join us in our scheduled musings? I'm sure to learn much from the community over there and intend to share that with you as well.
The task would, of course, be impossible if I were to be the voice of MS from America. I am charged only to be a voice and I can tell you this: It's because of your support, and at the same time your push for information, that I feel up to the task. In fact, were it not for the active, supportive, vocal collective you, the MS Society of UK wouldn't have even likely thought of asking us for our "voice".
I am humbled and once again thank you all!
We'll let you know of a link to this new work as soon as it's up and posted — planned for mid-May.
Wishing you and your family the best of health.
Don't forget that you can also follow me via my Life With MS Facebook page and on Twitter.


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Formula 1 Track Map of the Circuit De Monaco in Monte Carlo, Monaco. All statistics on the map are accurate for the 2019 season.
Every map is custom printed. Only when we receive your order do we produce your print on our 12-color giclée printer, using top-quality archival inks that will never fade.
Fine Art Paper- Our archival paper is museum-quality, 100% cotton, acid-free, and certified to last 100 years. This assures sharp details, true colors, and exceptional durability. Order your maps on archival paper if you intend to frame them. Print size will be 16x24 inches or 24x36 inches including a .2 inch white border around the image.
Canvas Gallery Wrap- If you prefer a frameless look, order your map on stretched canvas, which offers a bit more depth and texture. We use archival canvas, gallery-wrapped and varnished, stretched onto a 1.5-inch-thick wood frame. Read to hang.
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Somewhat like a falafel, these baked koftas are roughly based on these Spicy Chickpea Kofta that have always been enjoyed by anyone I've served them to. I added paneer this time, along with eggs, and served them smothered in an heavenly cashew tomato sauce. I'll be thinking of more uses for this winning sauce in future.
Serve with rice and a side vegetable dish to complete the culinary experience.
|Chickpea Paneer Kofta in a Creamy Cashew Tomato Sauce
|Recipe by Lisa Turner
Cuisine: Indian
Published on May 27. 2009
These soft, fragrant and spicy baked chickpea and paneer cheese koftas or patties are dressed with a rich and delicious creamy cashew and tomato sauce
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To make the sauce:
Makes 20 koftas and 3 - 4 cups of sauce (4 - 6 servings)
This is contribution to "My Favorite Things" event, started by Bindya and hosted this time by Poornima. The theme is cheese, and I know cheese is certainly one of my favorite foods.


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Momentum Convertible Car Seat
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The Momentum convertible car seat combines safety with advanced innovation and design features. With increased weight ratings (both rear-facing and forward-facing), and an easy and secure harness adjustment system, you can transport your child in comfort and style. This seat is a winning solution to the challenges and expense of multiple car seats.
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Child Specs (5-65lbs)
- Weight: 5 - 40 lbs. (2.3 - 18 kg.)
- Height: 19 - 37 in. (48-94 cm)
- Age: birth to approximately two years old
- Fit: Top of child's head is at least 1 inch below the top of the child restraint seat back.
- Weight: 22 - 65 lbs. (10 - 29.4 kg.)
- Height: 28 - 50 in. (71 - 127 cm.)
- Age: At least two years of age.
- Fit: Tops of child's ears are at or below the top of the child seat restraint.
Product & Shipping Specs
- Dimensions: 19.6 x 23.4 x 25.7 inches
- Product Weight: 25.4 lbs.
- Package Width: 22.5 in.
- Package Weight: 25.4 lbs.
- Package Depth: 20.5 in.
- Package Height: 29.5 in.
Safety Testing
At Evenflo, we continue to go above and beyond government standards to provide car seats that are tested at 2X the Federal Crash Test Standard.
- Side Impact Tested: Meets or exceeds all applicable federal safety standards and Evenflo's side impact standards.
- Designed and tested for structural integrity at energy levels approximately 2X the federal crash test standard.
- FMVSS 213: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Child Restraint Systems
- FMVSS 302: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Flammability of Interior Materials
- CMVSS 302: Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
- CMVSS 213: Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
- Certified For Use In Aircraft: When used with the internal 5-point harness this restraint meets FAA Inversion requirements for airplane use.
- Evenflo Temperature Testing: All current Evenflo car seats are tested for product integrity at both high and low temperatures.
Use & Care
Use & Care
Read all instructions and warnings on the product, product labels, and instruction manuals before use. Consult your vehicle owner's manual to determine proper placement of child restraint in your vehicle and familiarize yourself with your vehicle's components.
Cleaning Instructions
- DO NOT lubricate or immerse in water any part of this child restraint, unless rinsing is permitted
- Plastic and metal parts may be wiped clean with mild soap and water and dried with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- Take care not to damage any labels.
- The harness can be wiped clean with mild soap and water. Allow harness to air dry.
- Machine wash the seat pad separately in cold water, delicate cycle. Tumble dry 10 to 15 minutes on low heat.
- Periodically inspect and clean the restraint's crotch buckle of food, liquids, and other debris to ensure proper latching. Place the buckle in a cup of warm water and gently agitate the buckle back and forth. Press the red button several times while the buckle is in the water. Do not submerge the harness strap. To avoid damage to the buckle, do not clean the buckle with soap or detergents and do not use a lubricant.


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The same GameTrailers spill that leaked the announcement of a Castlevania Lords of Shadow sequel also mentions a new Star Wars game called 1313.
As we expected when a site was trademarked by Lucasarts, 1313 strongly suggests this is a Boba Fett game, since Boba's use of the CT-1313 is about the only significant time the numberals pop up in Star Wars lore.
If we can't have Prey 2 as our space mercenary game to look forward to at this E3, this will do just fine as a substitute, thanks.
We'll more than likely have a trailer and more news when the actual GameTRailers TV episode airs later tonight.
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Comcast Caught Astroturfing About "Big Ten" Channel
When will companies learn that astroturfing is lame? Never!
Comcast's PR agency has been caught posing as fans on messageboards in an effort to spread their propaganda about the "Big Ten" channel. For those of you who don't care about college football (this includes us) the Big Ten channel is a channel about Big Ten football. It's causing some controversy because it's taking games off of regular non-pay TV and putting them on a special cable channel. People who don't care about Big Ten football don't want to pay extra for Comcast to carry this channel and people who do care about Big Ten football don't want to pay extra for it either. So it's a channel no one wants to pay for, as far as we can tell.
From Fanhouse:
"Victory4MSU20" (post count: 1) pops up on Michigan State Scout site GoSpartans.net to offer this:
I'm a big fan of State sports so I went to the Big 10 Network's kick-off party in East Lansing last week. Big 10 Commissioner Jim Delaney was there telling everybody how great this new TV package is going to be for college football and b-ball fans. WHAT A CROCK! Delaney is like the emperor who wore no clothes…the BTC has already sold its best games to ABC and ESPN. How delusional is Delaney and these other Big 10 greedmongers who want to charge us for the games we'd be able to see on our local cable station? If you want to learn more about the Big 10's big time rip off, I found a web site that explains a lot… http://www.puttingfansfirst.org
Yes, that is the most authentic post ever. Luckily for us (who would have been fooled by this earnest poster's use of common internet colloquialisms such as "greedmongers" and "b-ball ") the post has been traced to Martin Waymire Advoacy Communications. Whoops. Fail. Astroturfing is never cool, and all these various sports channel wars are bad for consumers.
Comcast Posing as Big Ten Fans in Anti-BTN Astroturfing Campaign [Fanhouse via Deadspin]
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Top Line: Crosby for MVP, Winter Classic plans, more links
Sidney Crosby led the Penguins during their 15-game win streak in March, stepping up while injured reigning MVP Evgeni Malkin was out of the lineup. (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
An annotated guide to this morning's must-read hockey stories:
• The struggles of the Pittsburgh Penguins since Sidney Crosby was injured pretty much settle the MVP debate, don't they?
• Details for the 2014 NHL Winter Classic. Will there be significant changes from last year's grand plans? Probably not...but at least we'll get to see the jerseys for the first time.
• Alex Ovechkin continued his hot play with his second hat trick of the season and the Capitals extended their hot streak to 7-1-1 with a 4-3 win over the Panthers.
• It wasn't all sunshine for the Caps, who lost newly acquired winger Martin Erat indefinitely after he took a hard hit from Florida's Erik Gudbranson. Look for Gudbranson to get a call from Sheriff Shanny today.
• Meanwhile, nice to see Scott Timmins back in the lineup for the Panthers. Haven't heard much since his arrest, but here's hoping he's getting his personal life back in order.
• Sorry, Bruce Garrioch, but Kevin Dupont rolls out the best Sunday column in the industry. This week is one of his best yet, led by a tough, but pragmatic opinion that Boston forward Patrice Bergeron needs to consider his future in the wake of suffering his fourth career concussion. I doubt he will, but KPD is absolutely right.
• Tough week for Boston defender Matt Bartkowski. First, he found out he was expendable when he was almost traded for Jarome Iginla. Then he made a pair of errors that led to Montreal's opening goal in the Canadiens' 2-1 win over the Bruins. Chin up, kid. Even Joe Zanussi made the occasional mistake.
• Steve Simmons' Sunday column touches on the the importance of Joffrey Lupul, the OHL draft and just how close the Maple Leafs came to adding a goalie at the deadline.
• Garrioch's Sunday column identifies four general managers for whom the trade deadline might have been their last hurrah. He also says the Blue Jackets offered the Dallas Stars a first rounder for Jaromir Jagr. Class, please compare and contrast that to the deal GM Joe Nieuwendyk accepted from the Boston Bruins.
• With their defense in tatters, is it possible the Flyers will take another run at Nashville's Shea Weber this summer...this time via the trade market?
• For the Canucks, it's not whether they'll make the playoffs but how good they'll be once the postseason arrives. They didn't look particularly dangerous in a 5-2 win over the Flames, which means, Alain Vigneault still has some work to do down the stretch. NOTE: This is worth reading if for no other reason than the Anthony Michael Hall reference.
• Our own Stu Hackel has a take on the Roberto Luongo saga in the New York Times.
• Henrik Lundqvist was really, really good last night against the Hurricanes. 48 saves? Seriously, full marks, Hanks. But while everyone's tripping all over themselves to congratulate him, how about a kick in the short to New York's defense for allowing Carolina to launch 49 shots on net?
• A decisive loss in Los Angeles pushed Edmonton's playoff dreams almost out of reach.
• Baseball is heating up, but L.A. is still a winter sports town. Should be a beauty today between the Kings and Ducks. Good to see that it matters in SoCal.
• Here's a good read from NHL.com on the resurgence of St. Louis forward Chris Stewart and the importance of eating right. My kids won't enjoy this one.
• Stewart's teammate, David Backes, comes into today's matinee against the Red Wings playing his best hockey of the season.
• No longer confined to a checking role, Gustav Nyquist is finding success as a top-six forward with the Red Wings.
• Apparently, the trick for Detroit coach Mike Babcock is finding a way to keep Johan Franzen pumped up about playing a hard game. Wonder if he's tried a smack upside the head while showing him a copy of his 1040?
• Morning Trivia: Who is the only player to have won the World Championship and the Stanley Cup in the same year? The answer is here.
• Adam Proteau of The Hockey News lists five players/coaches/general managers that he believes are on the hot seat.
• A couple of beauties from my buddy Adrian Dater, who explains the disillusioned state of Avs' fandom, then talks about dinner to delay getting around to his point that Colorado coach Joe Sacco needs to be fired (even if he won't say it).
• Clearly, it's time to fire Phil Pritchard and Craig Campbell.


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*This is Part 3 of a 3-Part Post Series. Enjoy!
Read: 10 Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists (Part 1)
Read: 10 Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists (Part 2)
This is the third and last set of 10 romance manga in this 3-part series that I personally recommend with strong or talented heroines. Please note that the titles in this list are not limited to the shoujo genre. Enjoy!
10 Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists (Part 3):
10. Grand Sun (グランドサン)
By Emura (絵夢羅). I like the premise: female bodyguard to a hot, rich guy. The art style is nice enough. Asahi, the heroine, is physically strong but nowhere the level of Tsukasa from Tokyo Crazy Paradise. The romance is average and to be honest, it's a bit too predictable for my taste. Plenty of my fellow shoujo manga fans recommend this manga and shriek that they love it, but for me it's so-so. Still I'll recommend this manga because it's a nice enough one to pass time with.
9. Arakure (アラクレ) / Wild Ones
By Fujiwara Kiyo (藤原規代). The premise is similar to Gokusen but with a lot nicer artwork. Like Yankumi of Gokusen, Sachie is the granddaughter of a yakuza boss and she does her best to hide her yakuza background at school. To be honest, reading this after the awesome Gokusen ruined it for me. I was very excited about the nicer artwork, but the story is a lot weaker compared to Gokusen. However, the romance aspect is definitely stronger and more blatant in Arakure. The ending is a little disappointing, but overall this is an enjoyable read.
8. Matsuri Special (まつりスペシャル)
By Kamio Youko (神尾葉子), author of Hana Yori Dango and Cat Street, just to name a few. This manga is really good, I'm telling you. It's not as awesome as Hana Yori Dango or even Cat Street, but it's a fun read with a kick-ass heroine. Matsuri is physically strong—she's a wrestler for goodness' sake! Ya go, girl! But even then, I'm not her biggest fan because it seems to me that most of the things she does are predictable and she annoys me sometimes. Nevertheless, the romance is good—not as hot as HYD, but still romantic. Read this!
P.S. To those of you who are wondering, I didn't include Hana Yori Dango in any of these lists because I only watched the live-action drama. I haven't read the manga or watched the anime.
7. Beauty Pop (ビューティーポップ)
By Arai Kiyoko (あらい きよこ). This manga is so adorable! I read this when I was in my teens and I loved it! I'm not a fan of its cutesy art style now that I'm an adult, but I still read it now and then just because the story is entertaining. Kiri is a very talented hairstylist, and that's her main strength. Her other strength is her strong mentality. She's like Kujou of Last Game in that she's emotionless and kind of dense when it comes to the romantic tensions with the harem of guys surrounding her. The romance is very teeny-bopper, but it's so adorable. I recommend this to those looking to read something light and funny.
6. Horimiya (ホリミヤ)
Original story/webtoon by HERO and illustrated by Hagiwara Daisuke (萩原ダイスケ). Oh my gosh. This manga is HOT! Where have you been all my life, Horimiya? It was originally a webtoon published by HERO on his website. I'm so glad that they decided to publish it with a much-much-much better art by Hagiwara Daisuke. The premise is similar to Switch Girl in that the main characters present different appearances and personalities to the public compared to how they really are in private. I really like Hori. She's smart and confident, but also very responsible especially in the matters of running a household. Miyamura is hot, too, with his bad-ass piercings and tattoos which he does everything to hide from school. The chemistry between them is electric and I love the two of them together. Must-read!
5. Vampire Knight (ヴァンパイア騎士ナイト)
By Hino Matsuri (樋野 まつり). All the characters in this manga are beautiful! I don't care what others say, I love this manga! The incest element is kinda iffy initially, but the story did a great job in justifying it as a normal occurrence to preserve a pure vampire bloodline instead of something forbidden unlike a lot of other incest romance manga. The anime is also pretty good, and I wish that they adapt the rest of the manga. Crossing my fingers. Yuki is strong but not perfectly. She can fight, yes, and she's stronger than the average human girl, but she's also helpless against vampires. . .that is, until her vampire blood is awoken inside her. There are many times that she annoys me, but the hot guys especially Zero and Kaname calm my annoyance with her. I'm with Team Kaname but I'm not happy with the things he did in the end. Poor Zero. He deserves better. The tragic ending is satisfying in a way but it's still tragic so. . .(sniffs and wipes a tear). Read this!
4. Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun (となりの怪物くん) / My Little Monster
By Robico (ろびこ). I love this! So romantic and funny! It's kind of similar to Special A where the heroines constantly try to compete academically for the #1 spot against the heroes and the heroes effortlessly defeat them. Shizuku is very intelligent but she's also socially clumsy, her fashion sense questionable—and I like that. It makes her more relateable. The relationship of Shizuku and Haru is a mixture of drama and hilarity, and I just can't get enough of the two of them. The manga ended perfectly. I love it! Highly recommended!
3. The One (獨領風騷)
Manhua by Nicky Lee. This is the hottest romance title among this list. Whoo! It's getting hot in here. The art is beautiful. It's like Skip Beat! in that it's set in showbiz, well, kind of—at least I consider modelling as show business. But The One is like Skip Beat! on crack. It's darker, definitely more adult with a lot of sex and booze. The heroine, Lele, is a naturally talented model with both her deceased parents former models. She's mentally strong but not without vulnerabilities. The romance. . .well, what can I say? It's freaking hot and I love it! The ending is very satisfying. Highly recommended!
2. Akagami no Shirayuki-hime (赤髪の白雪姫) / Snow White With The Red Hair
By Akizuki Sorata (あきづき空太). I'm a bit resentful that this got a second anime season while Akatsuki no Yona fans like myself are left hanging with only a first season to watch. Frankly, I think that Yona is way better than Shirayuki but oh well, I'm not the one who's making the anime. Now that little rant is out of the way, let me say that I still love Akagami. I'm not the biggest fan of its art style and I find the story just a bit too tame compared to Yona, but there is definitely stronger romance here than in Yona. The heroine, Shirayuki, is a hardworking and a skilled herbalist. I like how she uses her herbal skills to slowly climb the social ladder, but I resent that she has to work so hard to attain a higher social rank to be more acceptable as Prince Zen's potential marriage partner. But I guess that's the point of the story so I can't complain much. Highly recommended.
1. Saiunkoku Monogatari (彩雲国物語) / The Story of Saiunkoku
Story by Yukino Sai (雪乃紗衣) and illustrated by Yura Kairi (由羅カイリ). I can't remember how many times I've recommended this to others. It topped both of my reverse harem lists here: "My Love Affair With Reverse Harem" and "6 Must-Watch Reverse Harem Anime With Beautiful & Meaningful Stories". The main strength of Shuurei, the heroine, isn't her combat skills but her intellect, wisdom, compassion, and determination to be the first woman to hold a government office in history. Ya go, girl! The romance is, oh my gosh, so romantic! There are so many hurdles in her romance with Emperor Ryuuki—and additionally there are a lot of other hot guys surrounding her—so you can really feel the serious romantic drama in this series. The political aspect gives the story depth which I love. Highly recommended to the highest level!
And that's it for this 3-part post series of my Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists. But this isn't the end. There are still a lot of amazing romance manga out there with kick-ass heroines, so I'll continue compiling them. Feel free to help me out by sharing your favourite romance manga that have strong main female characters. You've already recommended great titles to me in Parts 1 & 2, so please do so again here in Part 3. I'm always delighted to receive recommendations that sound interesting. When I've compiled enough, who knows? Perhaps there's going to be a Part 4 and so on? Looking forward to that.
Read: 10 Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists (Part 1)
Read: 10 Recommended Romantic Manga With Strong Female Protagonists (Part 2)
Happy reading, my fellow romance manga fans! Cheers!
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Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is a leading global humanitarian agency saving and improving lives in the world's toughest places. In more than 40 countries, they partner with local people to put bold ideas into action, help them overcome adversity and build stronger communities. Now, and for the future.
Based in Portland, Mercy Corps Global Headquarters is proud to own and occupy a LEED platinum building in Old Town. As part of Mercy Corps ongoing commitment to sustainability, they launched the Green Team in 2013.
- Provides subsidies to employees who use public transportation.
- Offers secure, indoor bike parking and employee showers. Approximately 20% of employees commute by bike.
- Instituted eco-catering policy for internal and external events hosted onsite.
- Has compost bins and recycling stations in all eating areas on all floors.
- Purchases 100% renewable, carbon-free wind energy.
- Green Team leads outreach efforts, educational opportunities, and internal sustainability efforts, including "greenbag" lunches on sustainability topics, and monitoring and reduction of waste and energy.
- Mercy Corps Global Headquarters occupies a LEED Platinum building that utilizes smart building systems and landscaping, recycled materials, and a green roof.
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The main focus will be children ages 2-6 years. Offered for 0.6 ASHA CEUs.
If you require special accommodations for a disability or health-related need, please let us know in writing at least 4 weeks prior to the course. You are welcome to email your request to email@example.com.
This presentation will focus exclusively on the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol. Other treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture. Presenter financial and non-financial disclosures may be found in the Presenter & Disclosures area.
7:30am – 7:55am
Check In and Onsite Registration (Coffee & Tea)
7:55am – 8:00am
Welcome and General Seminar Information
Overview of K-SLP and Roots in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA/AVB)
9:00am – 9:45am
Definition/Signs and Symptoms of CAS / Evaluation
Simplifying the Motor Plans of Words: Shaping Successive Word Approximations
Cueing Motor Speech To Scripting Functional Expressive Language
10:45am – 11:30am
More Behavioral Principles, Errorless Teaching, and Five Lists of Single Words
11:30am – 12:30pm
Lunch on Own
12:30pm – 2:15pm
K-SLP and Principles of Motor Learning
Coaching Parents
K-SLP and Autism Spectrum Disorders
3:00pm – 3:30pm
Pre and Post Progress Video
Adjourn, Sign Out and Certificates
Since 1979, Nancy Kaufman, MA, CCC-SLP, has dedicated herself to establishing the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol (K-SLP), a treatment approach to help children become effective vocal communicators. The K-SLP has evolved over the years to include the most current research in childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), motor learning, and applied behavior analysis (ABA), and its methods and materials are used by speech-language pathologists worldwide. In addition, many ABA specialists have adopted the K-SLP for children with autism spectrum disorders.
Nancy lectures locally, nationally, and internationally on the subject of CAS and other speech sound disorders in children. Families from around the country and the world travel to the Kaufman Children's Center for Speech, Language, Sensory-Motor, and Autism Treatment, Inc (KCC) in West Bloomfield, Michigan to participate in intensive, specialized therapy programs. The KCC continues to grow, offering renowned speech, language, occupational therapy, sensory integration, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center and home-based autism programs.
Nancy served as a member of the Professional Advisory Council for Apraxia Kids for 10 years. Currently, she serves on the board of visitors of Wayne State University's Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute for Child and Family Development and is the speech-language pathologist consultant for the Parish School and Carruth Center in Houston, Texas, and Suburban Speech Center in Short Hills, New Jersey.
Nancy has been honored by both of her alma maters: she received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Wayne State University in 2015 and the Outstanding Alumni Award from Michigan State University in 2010. She was awarded the Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association (MSHA) Distinguished Service Award in 2011 and the West Bloomfield Township Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Business Person of the Year Award in 2015. She was also recognized by the Lawrence Technological University Leaders & Innovators program. The KCC has received MSHA's Clinical Service Award and Corp! Magazine's Best of Michigan Business Award. Nancy has three grown children and resides with her husband in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial — Nancy Kaufman is a presenter of CE seminars sponsored by Northern Speech Services; receives speaking fees.
Financial — Nancy Kaufman is a presenter of online CE courses sponsored by Northern Speech Services; receives royalty payments.
Financial — Nancy Kaufman is the Owner and Director of Kaufman Children's Center; ownership interests.
Financial — Nancy Kaufman is the author of treatment materials published by Northern Speech Services; receives royalty payments.
Nonfinancial — Nancy Kaufman has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
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Complimentary onsite parking.
A limited number of rooms has been held for seminar attendees at the rate of $159, plus taxes. Request the Northern Speech Services Room Block when calling 800-774-1500. Online hotel reservations are available here and then enter group code NSS. Please make your reservations early as the room block will close on September 20, 2019 or sooner if all rooms are filled.
This program is offered for 0.6 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area).
Speech-language pathologists, ABA technicians, special education teachers, and parents of children with apraxia. Focus will be children ages 2-8 years with apraxia of speech and/or other speech sound disorders.
ASHA CEUs: Attendees must meet at least one of the following conditions in order to be eligible to earn ASHA CEUs:
If an attendee is not an ASHA member or CCC holder but meets any of the above criteria, they may provide their eligibility on the ASHA CEU Participant Form or inform the ASHA CE Registry of their eligibility by visiting this site.
Over 96% of past participants would recommend this course to a colleague!
"It's amazing how in just 6 hours, Nancy's course can teach SLPs, as well as parents, to assess a child for childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), plan goals and effectively intervene. Of all the seminars available addressing CAS, Nancy Kaufman's K-SLP approach is by far the best. Her one day seminar empowers both parents and therapists with the knowledge and evidence-based tools to effectively remediate CAS. Her courses are a requirement for all my SLP staff!"–Meredith White, M.ED. CCC-SLP
"Thanks for spending so much time on therapy."
"Any child who has Nancy as a therapist is lucky! Not only is she knowledgeable, she's fun!"
"If only I had this workshop earlier in my career — I would have done treatment differently. Now I feel I have a direction to go in, though."
"A wealth of practical information presented in a lively and easy-to-understand manner! One of the best courses I've attended!"
"Excellent course! I will now be able to work these techniques into my therapy sessions with children with motor coordination difficulties."
"Presenter was excellent at conveying information clearly. Very knowledgeable and I am happy she is willing to share her insight."
"She provided lots of helpful tips for getting closer approximations of sounds/words."
"Progress noted in before/after videos was a good indicator of the effectiveness of this approach."
"I am very impressed with the presenter's fast pace, energy, enthusiasm, as well as her ability to sequence sessions. She makes it look effortless."
"Speaker was easy to listen to and had a GREAT sense of humor!"
"I've implemented some of the techniques with my most difficult clients (with autism, for example) and seen immediate results. It's so exciting and makes my job so much more fun when I see how proud they are to accomplish new & difficult communication tasks.....I just wanted you to know that what you do is valuable and makes a difference in people's lives. Thank you!"


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The weekend just completed in Major League Soccer brought high heat and humidity and low scores – and a few matches a bit light on offensive oomph.
One way teams spice up the attack is with fullbacks who aggressively get forward, overlapping their midfield partners and adding pressure on defenses through additional numbers.
The trick, of course, is doing it strategically, so as not to get caught short on the other end. And the other issue to consider is what players do upon arrival in the attacking third. It doesn't make sense to motor forward and potentially expose your defense if a player can't deliver a purposeful cross or break down defenses by regularly skinning defenders one-on-one.
Colorado's Marvell Wynne, formerly of Toronto and New York, is a great example of this. In the past, Wynne's speed and desire to get forward saw him regularly strafing the opposition; however, his inability to deliver precision balls upon arrival severely limited his effectiveness.
Now Wynne is a center back – and not doing too badly in his new role at DSG Park. To the point, his days as an overlapping fullback in MLS may be numbered.
So, who is getting forward effectively in MLS at the moment?
He may be a one-game flash in the pan, but this list has to start with Steven Kinney. Yes, that Steven Kinney.
The unheralded Chicago Fire rookie was an unexpected blur Thursday night at Toyota Park. Just having to deal with the league champs' talented forwards, Alvaro Saborio and US World Cup starter Robbie Findley, would have seemed like plenty to keep a debuting rookie defender occupied.
But Kinney made the absolute most of his opportunity, getting forward along the right at every opportunity. His bold burst through the defense and incisive ball from the byline nearly led to a goal for the home team after the break.
Later, he cut inside to supply a left-footed cross that flashed dangerously in front of RSL's goal. Meanwhile, he was a menace on restarts, banging two corner kicks off the posts.
WATCH: Kinney rattles one off the post
On the other side, RSL fullbacks Chris Wingert and Robbie Russell weren't getting forward as much as usual – and certainly not like they do at Rio Tinto. RSL play with the wide guys in their diamond-shaped midfield slanted heavily inside. So manager Jason Kreis depends on Wingert (left) and Russell (right) to provide the all-important width in the attack.
Once RSL took a first-half lead, the visitors' outside backs seemed far less interested in venturing forward. Time and circumstance means a lot as fullbacks select their runs forward.
Similarly, in Toronto, Dan Gargan and Maxim Usanov were making a few runs forward for the first hour for the home team. Once Toronto took a 1-0 lead, neither player seemed to care for making his way past midfield. It gets problematic in a cagey match like this one, where safety rules from the outset for whatever reason. The slow-going match finished 1-0 for Toronto; neither team had much pep or pop in the attack.
From Toronto's side, it's more difficult to get the fullbacks forward when solid possession can't be established. Julian de Guzman's absence due to disciplinary suspension (he picked up a red card last week) meant Toronto struggled to keep the ball long enough for the outside backs to overlap.
Then again, not every player needs possession established to feel good about getting forward. FC Dallas left fullback Jair Benitez truly seems to spend more time in the opposition end than in his own. He is probably the most aggressive player in the league at the moment at advancing into spaces to cross or to cut inside.
It works for Dallas because holding midfielder Daniel Hernandez sits so deep in front of the back four. If Benitez gets caught out, Hernandez is there to provide extra cover as a center back swings into the gap.
Even on the road, Dallas throw their fullbacks forward relentlessly. Exhausted from an evening of overlapping in Seattle on Sunday, Benitez came off at 80 minutes. Heath Pearce moved over from the right and picked up right where Benitez left off, pressing against 10-man Seattle. Sure enough, it was Pearce who worked a give-and-go with David Ferreira for the FCD man's world-class equalizer.
WATCH: Pearce works give-and-go with Ferreira
Along those lines, fullbacks who can combine with the man in front of them can double the trouble for defenses. New England right back Kevin Alston and midfielder Sainey Nyassi helped make life hard on Los Angeles in a big win Saturday for the Revs.
Nyassi had one of his better matches in a Revolution jersey, industrious all night on the right, working to find Shalrie Joseph's distribution. That made Alston's runs even more effective. Runs from the Revs' energetic right back tend to play out a little differently than most, as he frequently angles to the inside rather than outside in the classic overlapping pose.
It doesn't always work, but when it does, it can lead to good things – perhaps even to a victory over the league's best team.


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DOVE VALLEY — Exhale, Broncos fans.
Star pass rusher Von Miller was upgraded to full participation in Thursday's practice, a day after he was limited by a hip injury.
Tight end Joel Dreessen (ribs), cornerback Tracy Porter (neck) and wide receiver Brandon Stokley (shoulder) were also listed as full participants. Safety Quinton Carter (knee) and cornerback Chris Harris (ankle) were limited. Guard Chris Kuper (forearm) was the only player who did not participate.
For Harris, Thursday's practice was a positive step to returning to the field Sunday against Houston. Harris had not practiced since suffering a sprained ankle late in the fourth quarter of Denver's Week 1 win against Pittsburgh.


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I am Lisa Charton, and I LOVE teaching kindergarten! I graduated from Arkansas Tech University in 1993. I taught in Little Rock for six years and in Mountain Home for one year before returning to Russellville in 2005. I enjoy being outdoors on a beautiful day or taking drives alone listening to my favorite songs.
I am Kristen Henderson and these children have my HEART! I graduated from Arkansas Tech and I have been teaching at Sequoyah since 2013. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Mackenzie Kimbriel
I am Christy Leavell. I LOVE my kindergartners. I have been teaching kindergarten at Sequoyah since 2001. I was born and raised in Russellville...GO CYCLONES! My favorite time of year is fall. I love to camp and go kayaking with my family.
Hi, my name is Rebecca Worley, and I am so excited to teach your children this year! I graduated with a B.A. in English from Southern Illinois University and later received my M.A. in teaching from Arkansas Tech University. I have been teaching since 2011 and at Sequoyah since 2014. I love the outdoors and being able to enjoy a good book.


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i figure a dead Grimmett is still better than Beer.
i figure a dead Grimmett is still better than Beer.
Fascist Dictator of the Heath Davis Appreciation Society
Supporting Petone's Finest since the very start - Iain O'Brien
Also Supporting the All Time #1 Batsman of All Time Ever - Jacques Kallis and the much maligned Peter Siddle.
Vimes tells it how it is:
1 Watson
2 Hughes
3 Khawaja
4 Ponting
5 Clarke
6 Hussey
7 Haddin
8 Smith
9 Johnson
10 Harris
11 Siddle
I really don't like the idea of picking Smith as a spinner, but I don't really like the idea of picking any of the spinners at this point either, particularly with O'Keefe playing grade cricket. Smith offers by far the best package of them at this point with his batting; I'd make it known that he was being picked as an allrounder. He'd basically have the same bowling role he had in this match; I'd just get Watson through a few more overs as the fourth seamer. If I really thought the pitch was going to be a genuine turner (and I don't) I'd bring Krejza in for Smith.
Clarke should definitely not bat in the top four but I wouldn't want to move Hussey up either; I think that batting lineup looks so much more solid with Clarke at five and Hussey at six so I've brought in another top order batsman (Khawaja). I've got him at three above Ponting but that's clearly not going to happen; I'd be equally happy with him at four. I'd also be happy with Dave Hussey in at four.
Realistically though, I think we'll just see Beer come in for Hilfenhaus with no other changes. We may see Khawaja bat six instead of Smith or even open ahead of Hughes but they're both long shots at this stage IMO.
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Just got around to read the Harris article; no chance in hell he'll be fit for Sydney. I'll replace him with Bollinger pending a review of his fitness. Beyond that, Copeland.
Will Ponting play with the ashes gone?
Might be relieved of captaincy for not winning the series and therefore might not play.
Whatever happens both the batting and bowling needs a shake up as it clearly isn't good enough at present.
No chance of that being picked but who cares.
WWCC - Loyaulte Mi Lie
The modern conservative is engaged in one of mans oldest exercises in moral philosophy; that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness." - JK Galbraith
"Do you know why I have credibility? Because I don't exude morality." - Bob Hawke
#408. Sixty three not out forever.
Clarke to return to 5 at the least please. Other than that, need to think. Khawaja in for Smith, probably. Put him in at 4. Hauritz in for Harris for sure IMO.
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citoyens, vouliez-vous une révolution sans révolution?
those nights were on fire
we couldn't get higher
we didn't know that we had it all
but no one warns you before the fall
I mean what do we have to lose? The whole point of the series for us is over now... It's the perfect time to start experimenting with some new talent so we can build a better team for the future. Why wait until we have lost more matches/series before we start doing it...
Draft the Channel 9 commentary team. You have Lawry and Slater to open the innings. Chappelli as captain. Healy as keeper.Benaud and Warne for spinners. Draft Greig as an honorary Australian and all-rounder.
I guess the Sky blokes would be needed to finish the XI. Athers and Nass round out the batting. Holding and Botham would be handy with the ball and Botham would make a great vice-captain to Chappeli.
Mark Nicholas can be the waterboy.
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Rolls-Royce claims aired years ago
A whistleblower claimed for at least six years that Rolls-Royce had been paying bribes to secure business for its engines with overseas customers, it has emerged.
Retired Rolls employee Dick Taylor took his concerns public by posting statements on local newspaper and industry news internet sites as early as 2006, it was reported. Mr Taylor is thought to have been contacted by Rolls as part of its internal investigation, although the group declined to comment on the Financial Times report.
The group disclosed last week that it is in talks with the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) in relation to concerns about bribery and corruption in Indonesia and China and warned there was the potential for the prosecution of individuals and the company.
The FTSE 100 engineering group hired law firm Debevoise & Plimpton to conduct the investigation after the SFO's request for information.
The company said last week in a statement: "Investigations by Rolls-Royce have identified matters of concern in these and in other overseas markets.
"The consequence of these disclosures will be decided by the regulatory authorities. It is too early to predict the outcomes, but these could include the prosecution of individuals and of the company. We will co-operate fully."
Rolls-Royce said it has significantly strengthened its compliance procedures in recent years, including a new ethics code and an intermediaries policy. The company is to appoint an independent senior figure who will lead a review of current procedures and report to the ethics committee of the board.
Chief executive John Rishton said last week: "I want to make it crystal clear that neither I nor the board will tolerate improper business conduct of any sort and will take all necessary action to ensure compliance. This is a company with exceptional prospects and I will not accept any behaviour that undermines its future success."
The allegations - including those of Mr Taylor - reportedly pre-date Mr Rishton, whose predecessor Sir John Rose, ran the company from 1996 until last year, although none of Mr Taylor's allegations suggest he was directly involved or give an exact date of when they occurred.
The SFO has yet to decide whether to launch a criminal investigation of Rolls-Royce.


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davidpr needed a new flash animation design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 2 designs submitted by 2 freelance designers.
The key points of what we are after:-
- need to be able to enter time parameters
- second page to display countdown information for display on a big screen
....all you need is a chip and a seat!
Desired Color Scheme:
red, white & black
Accepted File Formats:
The company is a poker company based in australia. The company website is http://www.flopthenuts.com.au
We require a Texas Holdem Poker Countdown Clock the main features of which the clock counts down time until bet size increases. So 3 main pieces of information are required:- Small Blind Value (which is half the minimum bet for a round) and Big Blind Value (which is the minimum bet for a round and the time clock to display the amount of minutes left until the bet size increases.
The parameters page simply needs to be layed out in the following data entry format type:- level 1, small blind = $25, big blind = $50, time left to next level = 15 minutes......level 2, small blind = $100, big blind = $200, time to next level = 20 minutes.
The parameters of bet size and time are to control the display of the countdown clock on the countdown display page.


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Hovnanian Enterprises, PulteGroup to pay US$130,000, US$56,000, respectively, to EPA to settle separate claims involving Clean Water Act violations in Virginia, Maryland regarding alleged sediment discharge into surface waters
March 6, 2013
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– Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. and PulteGroup, Inc. have agreed to pay civil penalties of $130,000 and $56,000 respectively in separate settlements with EPA resolving alleged Clean Water Act violations at construction sites in Maryland and Virginia.
EPA alleged that the companies failed to take actions to prevent discharging sediment to nearby surface waters as required by law. Installing proper control measures is important since sediment-laden runoff from construction sites can pollute local waterways.
Specifically, EPA, along with state and county representatives, inspected Hovnanian's Shipley Farm and Palisades at Oak Creek construction sites in Prince George's County, Md., in August 2011. These inspections revealed that Hovnanian failed to install and/or maintain required best management practices to prevent the discharge of sediment to surface waters at both sites.
The settlement requires Hovnanian to take actions to bring these two sites into compliance with permit requirements and develop a plan for preventing the recurrence of violations at its construction sites in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia within 45 days of the effective date of the settlement.
In a separate complaint, EPA alleged that PulteGroup, Inc. failed to implement and maintain control measures to minimize pollutants such as sediments flowing into the Accotink and Piscataway Creeks in Virginia, and Maryland respectively. The creeks are tributaries of the Potomac River, as well as the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia and Maryland have identified the Accotink and the Piscataway waterways as impaired for aquatic life.
EPA, along with state and county representatives inspected the Pulte construction sites in August 2011 as a follow-up to a 2008 Clean Water Act settlement between EPA and Pulte resolving the
company's alleged delays or failures to obtain stormwater permits for numerous construction sites across the country. EPA issued a Clean Water Act Administrative Order to Pulte on Sept. 27, 2012, which required the company to correct the violations discovered by EPA during its inspection of the sites.
Construction projects have a high potential for environmental harm because they disturb large areas of land and significantly increase the potential for erosion. Without onsite pollution
controls, sediment-laden runoff from construction sites can flow directly to waterways and degrade water quality. In addition, stormwater can pick up other pollutants, including concrete, paint, used oil, pesticides, solvents and other debris. Polluted runoff can harm or kill fish and wildlife and affect drinking water quality.
Hovnanian and Pulte neither admitted nor denied liability for the alleged violations.
The public may comment on the proposed settlement entitled In re Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., Docket No. CWA- 03-2013-0066 until April 8; and In the Matter of PulteGroup, Inc., Docket No. CWA-03-2013-0094 until March 26. Comments may be submitted to the Regional Hearing Clerk, U.S. EPA Region 3, 1650 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19103.
To view public notices of the settlements visit: http://www.epa.gov/reg3wapd/public_notices.htm
For more information about stormwater management visit: http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/swbasicinfo.cfm
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As the Industrial Internet of Things becomes mainstream, oil and gas companies are able to make decisions "on the edge"—where digital and physical worlds meet.
The increasing connectivity of devices is enabling better decision making, creating new ways for safer, more efficient operations, and is bringing key information from all over the business directly to the people that can use it most—usually in the field. With people and machines coming online together, the industry needs to stay ahead of the curve in determining their strategy for how to use this technology to their advantage. See three big ways the Industrial Internet of Things is blurring the lines between digital and the physical for oil and gas companies.


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Biology researcher joins with other scientists to chart intensive fishing's collateral damage.
By Rob Jordan
Seabirds, sea turtles and marine mammals such as dolphins may not appear to have much in common, other than an affinity for open water. The sad truth is that they are all unintended victims – by-catch – of intensive global fishing. In fact, accidental entanglement in fishing gear is the single biggest threat to some species in these groups.
A new analysis co-authored by Stanford biology Professor Larry Crowder provides an unprecedented global map of this by-catch, starkly illustrating the scope of the problem and the need to expand existing conservation efforts in certain areas.
"Some of the earliest by-catch issues involved marine mammals taken in purse seines (large nets with floats) and shrimp trawls that drowned sea turtles," said Crowder, who is the science director at the Center for Ocean Solutions and a senior fellow at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment. "The problems were ultimately solved by scientists who clearly defined the problems and by managers and fishermen who sought innovative fishing methods to allow fisheries and protected species to coexist."
During the past half-century, fish hauls around the world have increased from about 19 million tons per year to more than 154 million tons per year. Beyond the problem of overfishing – more than 60 percent of sea creatures brought up are classified as overfished or collapsed stocks – by-catch can lead to "major changes in ecosystem function and process," the study's authors write. By-catch also damages fishing gear and wastes fishermen's time and money. Accurate data on global by-catch are hard to find because of the need for trained on-ship observers across vast oceans.
To fill the gap, Crowder and Rebecca Lewison, the lead author of the paper and a co-leader of the study, directed a research team that looked at hundreds of peer-reviewed studies, reports and symposia proceedings published between 1990 and 2008 to obtain a global perspective on what kinds of animals were being caught, where they were being caught and the types of gear in which they were trapped. They then compiled all of this information into a single comprehensive map and dataset.
"It highlights the importance of looking at the by-catch issue across different species, fishing gears and countries," said Lewison, an ecology professor at San Diego State University. "When you do that, it makes it clear that to address by-catch, fishing nations need to work together to report and mitigate by-catch. No single country can fix this."
The study revealed by-catch hotspots and gaps in available data, such as the lack of information on small-scale and coastal fisheries and many ocean regions that are heavily fished by commercial fleets. Among the findings:
Expanding the use of by-catch mitigation tools such as turtle excluder devices is only part of the solution, according to the study's authors. Community engagement is key in less-regulated, small-scale fisheries. To make meaningful headway, researchers and managers need more data on the extent and distribution of global fishing. "Reducing by-catch levels in coastal fisheries sectors will require coordination across national boundaries using integrated approaches that link conservation action with sustaining human livelihoods, incentives and commitment to protecting the environment," the study's authors wrote.
This study is part of a research initiative funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.
Rob Jordan is the communications writer for the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment.
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As he drove toward the auditorium in downtown Detroit, he felt somewhat uneasy, increasingly out-of-place. What kind of reception would he receive from the people waiting inside? He decided to park his car a block away, perhaps hoping to leave his white, middle-class accountant's image down the block as well.
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- Thee Electric Ballroom: rock and roll and art at El Dorado
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- Precursor suppliers pinpointed
- Gonzo: The Good Doctor Remembered
- Mission Valley mall rats: don't dress like Bill Cosby
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- Uncomfortable encounter
- Not walrus weather
- In the Red and Brown Water at UCSD
- Big labor and business interests to co-host Filner fundraiser
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- Mural furor: ACLU nay-saying MLK praying
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- Cheesy Italian
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Helix High School band directors get creative in the absence of funding, including mattress sales and cow-chip bingo.
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Brian Lyng on getting in and out of P.B.
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Waiting for Lightning
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The Old Globe's Measure for Measure
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Leave it to me
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Hispanic vote calls shots in San Diego
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Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a very scary thing. I am very glad I chose Dr. Tetef as my oncologist! Besides being very professional, she was very comforting, listened to my concerns, and explained everything I'd be going through. She even went so far as to have one of her patients contact me about her experiences with chemo. Her staff is very friendly and competent. I trust her with my life.
Dr. Tetef is the best. Those two who rated her differently must have seen a different physician. I was able to reach her any time I needed to. I had some strange experiences with my chemo, and she took the time to research the possibly reasons why this happened, consulting other physicians as needed. I could not have asked for a better oncologist - I trust her with my life and you should, too. Her office staff has never failed to be kind, supportive, empathetic, and compassionate. Thanks for saving my life.
Incredible physician! She is very open about treatments and choices and really cares about her patients. I wish I were a better writer so I could express how much she did/does to make things right and how well she does it. Every time we leave her office I say how lucky we are to live where she practices. Nursing and office staff are very good as well - helpful and professional all the time.
Dr. Tetef is absolutely the best! I wish I could go to her for all my medical needs. She explains everything in as much detail as you need, and her chemo nurses are very knowledgeable as well. The doctor and her entire staff are very compassionate, and understand how you feel while going through treatment. They are also helpful with the endless disability paperwork required by the state and various employers. You sometimes have to wait at office visits, but that's because Dr Tetef spends as much time with each patient as they need.
Doctor Tetef was recommended to me by two different surgeons. Doctor Tetef and her staff saved my life. Her advanced knowledge in the medical field, her compassion for people, her kindness, warmth, was more than I could of asked for. She has one of the best staffs you could ever ask for. They are also so kind and compassionate and know what they are doing. I am now " Cancer Free" and pray to god I stay that way. Doctor Tetef has a wonderful place where her patients who have to have chemo go to. It is a beautiful sunny, spot overlooking a lake. If you have to do it that is the place to go. Because of her advanced medical knowledge of chemo she recommended I do the chemo prior to surgery and it was the best thing I could of every done. Instead of having a huge tumor taken out and at least 14 lymp nodes my surgery was unbelivable. A very small area, and only the main node was taken because all my cancer was gone. You can't do better than that. Thank you so much Doctor Tetef.
Dr. Tetef is the greatest. I wish I could see her for all my medical needs. She's kind, caring, and thorough. I select all my doctors carefully and quickly "fire" anyone who doesn't meet my needs, so I'm generally pretty satisfied with each of my doctors, but she stands head and shoulders even above the others I've selected.
Explained everything, extremely kind and comforting. Down to earth, brilliant! Highly recommend for all oncology patients.
I love DR. Tetef. She spent time with me explaining my treatment in detail during my first appointment with when my mind was still grappling with my cancer diagnosis. While I am 8 years post treatment and live out of state now, she usually gets back to me personally within 24 hours if I call the office with questions about a medical concern.
I have rated Dr. Tetef below but forgot to mention that I had chemo with her in summer 2010. Before the procedure I was very scared, but Dr. Tetef and her unbelievable nurses made my chemo experience very comforting and easy to the point that in a way I am missing my summer 2010 chemo procedures at her clinic. I hope that I don't have to go through chemo procedures again, but Dr. Tetef has left me with good memories regarding my procedures and she has saved my life and I am so grateful to Dr. Carpenter for referring me to Dr. Tetef. I said it before and say it again that Dr. Tetef is the BEST BEST oncologist in the world. Dr. Tetef (and Dr. Carpenter) should be role models for all practicing doctors for their superb knowledge and superb bed-side manners.
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The rejuvenation of a former light industrial site in North London by Jaysam Developments and Design ACB has been green-lit, with construction set to commence in spring 2013. The mixed-use office, residential and live/work development has received substantial attention for both its scale and sustainable credentials—the housing is designed to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4, and the commercial spaces will achieve a BREEAM 'Excellent' rating.
Alpine House, the name given to this redevelopment, is a four block site consisting of about 140 residential units, 1,800 square-meters of office space, live/work units and an underground parking garage. The current commercial units on the North London site will be demolished to make way for the four mixed-use four and five-story buildings. The planning of the site has been developed in such a way as the commercial and live/work units will serve as a buffer between the development and a nearby busy road.
The buildings' facades are designed primarily to be constructed from brick and bronze cladding. Light and ventilation will be provided by perforated patterns in the brick façade. This materiality helps to respect and preserve the contextual industrial nature of the site, while creating modern residences. The site will also be revitalized and courtyard spaces will invite public participation in community and social interaction.
Alpine House is poised to become an example for London's future urban rejuvenation projects and has seen increased support by the Greater London Authority. The apartments exceed the requirements of the London Housing Design Guide, and the designs of the residences are enjoyable and functional. The live/work units are even being designed in collaboration with the charity ACAVA (the Association for Cultural Advancement through Visual Arts), and this collaboration can be seen as contemporary option for housing design through public interest and support.
The Alpine House development will exceed sustainable codes and break down development barriers in what is thought to be the norm in London. There will be 80% carbon dioxide reduction in Dwelling Emission Rate over 2010 building regulations, and half of the carbon emissions will be offset by onsite renewable energy resources.
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View of Sanabria lake. Zamora.
Dusk at Sanabria Lake, Zamora.
Tico Luca. Patronato de Turismo de Zamora.
Beach at Sanabria lake. Zamora.
Visitor centre at the reserve. Sanabria Lake. Zamora.
There is a place in Spain with an impressive and haunting beauty, set in a landscape formed 100,000 years ago: the Sanabria Lake Nature Reserve. Here, shrouded in legend, lies the largest lake of glacial origin in Spain. You will be captivated by the irresistible magnetism of its crystal-clear waters, towering mountains, the shades of brilliant green, and its unrivalled environmental treasures.
About three and a half hours from Madrid in north of Spain you will find an exceptional place: the Sanabria Lake Nature Reserve. Located in the province of Zamora, it is in a spectacular setting of valleys, lakes and deep ravines. The most impressive feature of this landscape is the Sanabria lake, formed in the last glaciation period and the largest lake in Spain. The breathtaking contrast of the surrounding mountains, the natural beaches on its shores, the light reflecting off the surface and the lush vegetation of the area create an unforgettable image.
There is a legend surrounding this beautiful place which adds to the mystery and magic of its origins: they say that at the bottom of the lake lies a town which was flooded due to a divine curse, and on the night of San Juan you can still hear the tolling of the church bells. The spell-binding beauty of the scenery is not the only reason to visit. You can also discover its environmental treasures, explore its priceless cultural heritage in the towns inside the Reserve or immerse yourself in nature by taking part in a range of outdoor activities, among the host of attractive options on offer.
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Very near the lake is the San Martín de Castañeda Monastery, a 12th-century building which houses the Visitor Centre of the Nature Reserve. Here you can learn everything you want to know about the flora and fauna of this fabulous spot, where you can see up to 142 species of birds and more than 1,500 plant varieties, including some unique examples which are genuine throwbacks to Prehistoric times. You can also find out about the numerous hiking routes for exploring this wonderful landscape on foot.
If you prefer water sports, there is windsurfing and kayaking equipment available for rent at the lake itself, or you can take a trip in a sailboat or pedalo. You will even have the chance to attend international competitions such as the famous Kayak Regattas, usually held every summer at the end of July. As well as bathing or relaxing at the lake's freshwater beaches there is also a range of cultural activities available in this wonderful place. Visitors may discover the picturesque local architecture, or visit some of the priceless historic and artistic sights in nearby towns such as Puebla de Sanabria.
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