text:
Pacific Crest analyst, Michael McConnell reported this week that rapid deterioration of consumer demand has forced Microsoft to slash its Xbox 360 build plans by 40% for the fourth quarter.
In his recent report of looming difficulties facing the chip sector, according to the Wall Street Journal, McConnell reported that he has "become alarmed by the rapid pace of deteriorating demand forecasts for Q4, the consistency of these findings throughout every level of the supply chain, and, most important, the magnitude of next quarter's projected sales declines at semiconductor component vendors, which we believe to be underestimated by investors."
Along with Microsoft, McConnell has also reported that HP and Acer have both also reduced their build plans.
Of note, the analyst's quote above was taken from a column published on Barron's website. Barron's is published by Dow Jones and Company who also publish the Wall Street Journal.
It is not known if the report from Pacific Crest's analyst is publicly available.
The Barron's article in question can be found here:
Correct me if I'm wrong but isn't this xbox 360's best year as far as demand and sales?
The last 18 months Microsoft reported, 360 sales were off 4 million units from the 18 months before that. Out of the past 5 quarters reported, only one quarter had positive year over year growth and in the first six months of the year alone they trailed the PS3 by 1.6 million consoles according to official numbers. On top of that Microsoft has been reporting (up until last quarter) a full year of declining revenue from the 360 console and declining software sales - offset by increased XBL revenue.
Since the 360s went on sale worldwide in Mid July we've seen a spike in 360 sales in the US but no official numbers are available from Microsoft for that time period, and the recent spike we've seen in US numbers probably has more to do with the price cut on old consoles then it does with the limited quantities of the 360s that are available.
And now it looks like Microsoft is dramatically trimming their 360 production. It appears there's a bit of a disconnect between how well Microsoft says they're doing with the 360 and what their actions tell.
Great reply Darkride66, you defiently deserve a bubble for that. The XBL revenue makes me wonder if that is the sole reason that upped the price to 60 dollars, to make a bit more because of falling 360 sales? Which isn't a big price increase, but there's nothing to really back up why they raised it for the gamers side of it, and with alot of gamers finding it hard to buy things in this economy, ten bucks is alot, especially for people who are getting hours cut or being laid off.
You know, that makes sense to me. As Forbidden says, the increase in the price of Live may very well be due to the fact that there is declining revenue from the hardware side of things.
It'll be interesting to see the official numbers from Microsoft's financials when they are available.
The whole reason why Console makers can't make their systems life spans last longer than 6-7 years before releasing another system is because of this. They have to continue to sell lots of systems and they have dried out the market by that point. I expect to see new consoles announced at this years E3 with continued support of the current systems for another 5-7 years after (like the ps2 and ps1 did).
Look at every console released thus far in the industry. How long of a life span did it have before the next iteration was released? This doesn't mean the company stopped supporting it, they just released the new product. To think that Sony or Microsoft or even Nintendo will just sit on the current gen consoles for another 5 years is ridiculous. I know some of you only just bought a console because of the price but that doesn't mean you didn't just buy 6 year old consoles.
Great piece...and Xbox 1 lost 3.7 billion...lol. How far back does this clown want to go...Who are all the people who are buying the new xbox since June???...LMFAO. How does he think Halo reach, Fable and CoD are gonna do for the 360 this holiday.
@Darkride66...keep crying, many analysts are predicting M$ may jump out in front of Sony by 10+ million units by the time the holidays are over...lol. It's been 5 years and Sony is still in last place, even with M$ not selling anything in Japan. XBL is the envy of the entire gaming world and has generated 1++ billion dollars. What was M$ net profit last year...exactly. Why don't you talk about Sony's 100's of millions lost every quarter...lol...oh yeah, that's right, Sony's on top, starting at the BOTTOM.
The guy asked about 2010 being the best year so far then you go and give him a long speech about the past 18 months
18 months = 1 year + 6 months.
According to my world, this is Sept. 2010.
So, less one year = Sept. 2009
Less 6 months = March 2009
Umm, yeah... 2008, not so much.
The reason that new consoles are released every 6-7 years is advancements in technology not a "dried out market". The big profits are not made from hardware sales, they are made from software sales.
I think a new xbox and Wii COULD be announced next E3 but not because of their markets being "dried out" its because the technologies in their current systems are becoming very dated.
why do you have one bubble that post is godly
@ outrageous ~
"many analysts are predicting M$ may jump out in front of Sony by 10+ million units by the time the holidays are over...lol."
LOL is right. You keep hoping for that one to be true.
It's been 5 years and Sony is still in last place
Bzzz Wrong. #1 because the PS3 has only been out for ALMOST 4 years. But mainly for #2 because you said "SONY" which has PS2, PSP & PS3 just like Ninty has Wii & DS, Microsoft ONLY has 360 in the console market and are TRULY the ones dead last if you want to speak reality.
...M$ not selling anything in Japan.
You got that partially right!
XBL is the envy of the entire gaming world and has generated 1++ billion dollars.
If you think off the backs of people who have absolutely no choice to do so is "cool". Because everyone who has a
Hell even those who had Dreamcast's
All get the same ability (and some actually more) FOR FREE! But I ask what does M$'s "generated profit have to do with YOUR GAMING?
You play sales while EVERYONE else plays games...and honestly (especially right now) the 360 is in dire need of exclusive titles to keep up.
"and the recent spike we've seen in US numbers probably has more to do with the price cut on old consoles then it does with the limited quantities of the 360s that are available."
maybe last month. The S has been out for 2 months, and the sales are only going up. If it were more isolated to June, then maybe you'd have a larger point, but there's little evidence that 360S's are not selling.
Since the launch of the S, the worldwide sales of the slim have been doing better than the PS3 slim did originally, and without a $100 price drop to go along with it.
i think it has more to do with the stockholders. The stockholders/Investors are against the 360 division... http://www.businessweek.com...
I guess this may have to on how they report their inventory in their balance sheets.
This crapticle makes no sense at all.
well, what do you expect?
It was written by none other than darkride66.
It was submitted by none other than darkride66.
SMGamers.com is darkride66's blog.
The actual post from Barron's reports weakening demand across the ENTIRE chip sector, not just what the headline implies.
What's more, the 40% reduction in production for the 360 is likely a ramping down of production after extra 360s were produced for the expected spike in demand following the release of the 360s.
This was to be expected, ceteris paribus.
Darkride66, however, conveniently neglected to mention this.
Is anyone surprised?
As a perfect parallel example, the ps3 experienced a similar spike in demand following the release of its ps3 slim, and subsequent reduction in demand and production last year.
Funnily enough, the author darkride66, seeks to spin this as a specific negative for the 360, when cutting back production is actually a feature of the entire 'chip industry' and not restricted to the 360 alone.
Why does he do that?
How is it that this has become a specifically negative 360 spin, when in fact a multitude of related industries are experiencing the same circumstance?
It makes no sense.
Unfortunately, we all know that Darkride66 has often made analytic excuses for the ps3 profitability, blaming the global financial crisis and the appreciating Japanese yen for the PS3 losses.
Yet, now, he doesn't seem willing or able to apply the same business sense.
I honestly wonder about that guy.
Now I am just waiting for Darkride66's multiple account 'Coljessup' to show up.
You keep accusing me of being DR66, yet I haven't got a clue why. Just because I call you on your crap? How many other users who disagree with you do you PM accusing of being DR? If you think everyone who thinks you're full of it is DR, you must see Darkride everywhere. "Ah! He's over there! Now he's over there! He's everywhere!" That's a little freaky if you ask me.
I PM'd DR and know a bit about what you're about. I haven't been on this site long, but one thing that's consistent, whenever I see you posting it's crap. At least DR makes sense and sticks to the facts. You should try it sometime, instead of lies you push. "It's just ramping down because of ramping up!"
Brilliant. Now try to prove that just isn't a bold faced lie that you made up. Where's the proof that Microsoft is ramping down because of increased production? All I see is an analyst saying MS is ramping down because of falling demand. The numbers DR gave above seems to back that up. A whole year of falling sales? Spin that, loser.
I don't know if this site is DR's blog and frankly I don't care. He links right to article and it says clear as day, Microsoft is cutting 360 making by 40% due to falling consumer demand. DR's article is right on the money as far as I can tell.
And what's this BS about ramping down production? Don't you think the analyst - who tracks the industry and chip sales would know if this was the case? And Microsoft didn't ramp up anything. The fact is the 360s is in short supply and Microsoft said they're in short supply. Why would they ramp down if they can't keep up with demand? Why don't you use your head?
You accuse DR of spinning this negatively. And then you try to positively spin a forced 40% cut in production. Do you have any clue how much of a loser that makes you look?
I look forward to continuing to shoot down your crap with plain, old fashioned logic. I'm pretty sure everyone already knows what a troll you are - but it's fun to cut you down because you're so out to lunch with your comments. You can't argue, so you just invent crap. It's hilarious.
Pretty obvious to me, you can't handle the truth!
Very nice. +Bubs for owning the 'intelligent' trolls. ^_^
It's just so refreshing to know a few people can actually use their brains like you. Haha
If they are having to cut down and they are still selling so much they should definitely be able to keep up with console demand when Reach and Kinect hit.
I just don't see Reach giving them more console sales, anyone who likes the Halo franchise or ever wanted to try it, should already have a 360. As for Kinect, time will tell, i'm wondering how it'll fair with new comers.
Halo Reach limited console, people that already own a 360 will sell theirs just to buy that one. That's like saying GT5 isn't a system seller because anyone who wanted to try GT should already have a PS3.
@lokiroo420 - Doesn't matter there is still a next gen GT game on the PS3, if you wanted to play GT on your PS3 its possible.
Halo isn't a system seller but GT is? Get the fuck outta here with your fanboy BS.
Halo Reach has over 2 million pre-orders which is more than most PS3 exclusives sell in the entire existence, to say its not a system seller is just idiotic. Some of you guys try so hard to spin the dumbest shit its not even funny.
Look at #4 on the list, and you're going to tell me Reach isn't a system seller? This is just Amazon to, that's not including every other retailer around the world. You kids are in denial.
No its not the same as people wanting gt5, there hasnt been 3 games released with the gran turismo name.
"Halo isn't a system selling but GT is?" Care to write that in English?
what hit what? all those angry moms that throw disfunctional kinect at your head?
Except a real GT games hasn't been released for the PS3
Halo has become a must have household name title unlike GT5. Because of this just like the Wii I can see many newcomers jumping on the Reach360 bandwagon. If gamers wanted a console to play GT5 so bad they would have already purchased one for Gt5p by now. This holiday will end the speculation once and for all.
Sounds like the same regurgitated bullcrap I see on every other thread about Halo.
Halo moves consoles.
all of you are idiots. big games will bump console sales. i doubt Reach will have the same impact as Halo 3, but it will have one non the less. GTP isn't GT5. i have no idea how one could argue Reach will push consoles but GT5 won't, because GTP already came out.
US isn't the only region that matters, you forget that
I get what you are saying, however there have already been three halo games thus far in the 360's life cycle. There have been ZERO GT's and a lot of people have said in there comments all over the web that they are waiting to buy a PS3 until A:) a price drop or B:) GT5 comes out. There has already been a price drop so I would imagine there would definitely be a sales boost. The same could be said for 360 IF there had been no Halo games this gen yet, but that is simply not the case. Just thought I would point out your failed/ lack of logic. Also you seem so angry do you need a hug?
"There have been ZERO GT's"
Really big guy? What about the 5 million copies of GT5P sold?
Many don't recognize the existence of GTP as it will upset them to know they paid $40 for a game that gave them 1/4 of what they will pay for GT5 proper.
GTP is a slap to the face when you compare what it offered fans versus the real deal.
But remember....GTP does not exist and therefore cannot be used against a fanboy argument.
It's not a full game, nor was it expected to be received as one, considering there was a GT3p years ago, which also sold millions, then the release of GT3 doubled it.
halo odst that dlc that is sold for full retail price remember .
and cackdown 2 ?? . but he cannot be used against a fanboy argument.
I will give you Crackdown 2 as I felt that game did very little to change anything from the first and very much felt like an add on.
Halo ODST I will argue. Yes it was a short campaign...but it was good, fire fight was such a tremendous addition to the series and game play that it really made it a real game to me.
Now...would I be upset if either of those two games had been priced at $40 instead of $60? Nope. I think especially for Crackdown 2 $40 was the right price not $60.
If GT5P was a demo as you say then it should have been priced like one. Not $40 like they did but at most $20 and even that is a stretch. I am sorry but no "demo" is worth $40.
Back on topic...the whole point of this is 5 million people did buy the GT5P "demo" and thus the thirst for a GT game on the PS3 has been addressed...albeit in demo form.
Well if a overpriced "DEMO" of GT5 sold over 5 million copies (PSN purchases are not added in to the sales figures). Imagine how many copies the "REAL" game will sell.
Can't we all just agree that GT5 and Halo Reach will both be sales juggernauts??
the 360 is showing its age. tick tock.
I was really suprise how quickly it started to show its age. I mean there hasn't been much evolution in the game that was released. It seems to have peaked out a while back now.
But i have high hope for Reach. I have a bunch of card for 1 free month of Xbl Gold that will get used when this comes out.
The golden age of the 360 has been. It's gone!
Now only Halo and Gears fans should see the need to buy one.
Reach is the last quality Halo from Bungie, and Gears of War 3 is the last in the series as far as I know. Kinect is epic fail for the core 360 supporters and there's been very few signs of Microsoft's interest in the hardcore, especially regarding exclusives.
There's so much vitality left in the Playstation brand currently, especially if you looks ahead at all the exclusive new IPs, promising sequels and the fresh way in which publishers and developers now see the PS3 as a completely viable platform:
Valve, EA, Capcom, Bungie and many more.
2009 was a major turning point, if not 2008 (with MGS4 and LBP). And now all I can see is great things ahead!
This comment will probably get many disagrees, and I can't help those of you 360 fans who might get a butthurt reaction from it, but it's Microsoft's fault, not yours - remember that!
Greenturd cant spin this into an NPD victory.
Halo Reach Xbox 360 bundle on Amazon.com = #4. I would have to guess that not all those are people that already own xbox 360s.
is amazon the world...?
Only when it has something good to say about PS3 it is. N4G PS3 fanboys lol!
"is amazon the world...?"
Sony's loosing this gen so stop taking it personal you sore loosers. You see if you never talked trash when Sony started baiting you with best graphics and 1st party exclusive nonsense there would be no need for any of this.
Lets be real. I know you can do it, you've done it many times before. This is not a race and you know it. The point of being in business is to make money. Peter Bille just said that the SCE is a 20 billion dollar business. That is nothing to scoff at.
The PS3 also has shown the most impressive graphics and has the best first part games. So, I wouldn't call that nonsense.
It's sad that having the best graphics and the most 1st party exclusives (BY FAR) is considered nonsense this gen.
I guess paying to play online, DvDs, Kinectimals and expensive proprietary hardware is not nonsense.
Where in my comment did I say anything about this being a race or about making money for that matter? My comment was clearly projected at someone above for acting like a sore looser in this retarded console race.
"The PS3 also has shown the most impressive graphics and has the best first part games. So, I wouldn't call that nonsense."
Not only is that comment highly debatable but it's also quite arrogant. I believe 360 has put out the best looking games this gen but will not sit here and pretend my opinion is accurate.
"Sony's loosing this gen so stop taking it personal you sore loosers" How could they be losing if it's not a race?
Also, my comment was not meant to be taken as fact. But to show that it is not nonsense to say that Sony has the best 1st party and that the console has shown us the best graphics. Just as you saying the same for the 360 isn't nonsense even though I can't think of a single game you would be referring to.
The only winners should be the gamers...
Is microsoft going that way too?
Great way to build credablility xbox is #1selling console in the us right now thx to halo reach.
Just look who posted the article and the source, that guy is a SDF member.
ps3 fanboys r probably jumping of the walls u no if sony had to do this it would never appear on n4g. They wud keep it secret. ill bet by tomorrow this will 500 + degrees this is rediculous
just lok at how many thumbs down I have bacuz sony fanboys ignorance.
The 360 is number 1 in the US so it's supposed to be doing that well around the rest of the world? Not great logic.
All this garbage is written to distract ppl from the ps3 which is seeing reocrd low sales. PS3 fanboys swarm in and creates flame wars to support this bs.
The ps3 has to be th slowest console ever built as far as moving around it and playing games and installing games and firmwares. In my opinion its been dated since its release.
Isn't this absolutely make no sense?
Your sentence or the report? :P
that was so ugly ,.. but funny ,.. you should give the man a bubble !!
funniest thing ever!!
Well, lets not take that for granded
Sales are some of the strongest in 2010 on consoles and are obviosuly expected to grow
So, what is the meaning of this report ? If MS slashes build plan by 40% then Sony would slash it by 90% since PS3 is so far behind in sales
Ps3 is showing yoy growth unlike the 360, why would they cut back their production?
No part of what you wrote actually makes sense. I don't know if you haven't been paying attention but the PS3 and Xbox 360 have a rapidly closing gap. If they win a couple of months in the US, but get outsold in the rest of the world, then they aren't really "winning" anything at all.
they claim xbox360 is selling well then they go & close a xbox factory here & slice another one there. did you get the real picture yet ;) ? xbox360 is dying. ;)
the only console "genuinely" going from strength to strength in sales each year is the PS3 .
Well when you start from a position of selling nothing, you can only go up. Nice job PoS3.
is it wrong that such a fanboy comment made me laugh?
I find it interesting to see how things are changing. Microsoft is in a tough spot. PS3 is on the move-no pun intended-and Kinect may tank hard (I'm buying one). It's a good time to be a gamer because this is when you fight for survival. That benefits us.
Oh and by the way, the fee increase for XBL...I think it's to cover ESPN and whatever else is coming to live soon.
because they dont sell anything hahaha
to perhaps cite the WSJ article that the blog quotes from, cause searching for Michael McConnell (the analyst in the title), Microsoft, Wall Street Journal brings up nothing. I would just like to read the actual wsj article.
no quote attributed to McConnell in the blog post mentions anything about a 40% slash of anything.
here is the quote attributed to McConnell:
"become alarmed by the rapid pace of deteriorating demand forecasts for Q4, the consistency of these findings throughout every level of the supply chain, and, most important, the magnitude of next quarter's projected sales declines at semiconductor component vendors, which we believe to be underestimated by investors."
where is the quote that states, "microsoft slashing xbox 36 build plan"?
also a search for: "microsoft xbox production cutbacks" brings up nothing.
so if anyone could provide a link to the original wsj article that would be greatly appreciated, even though the minimum of journalistic standards states that citation should be available on the blogs post.
I didn't find the link for the original Wall Street Journal article, but here is a link that references the same article.
If I find the original WSJ article, I'll edit and give the link.


text:
Arkansas Senate approves guns in church bill
The Arkansas Senate has approved a proposal to allow concealed handguns in churches and other houses of worship.
By a 28-4 vote, the Senate on Monday approved a proposal that would leave it up to churches and other religious institutions to decide whether to allow concealed weapons. Churches are currently among the places where concealed handguns are prohibited by state law.
Past efforts to allow guns in churches have failed in the state Legislature under a majority-Democrat Legislature. The measure how heads to the House.
Democratic Gov. Mike Beebe has indicated he'll likely sign the measure into law if it reaches his desk. Beebe has said he's comfortable with the legislation leaving the decision on concealed weapons up to individual churches.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Also found in: Dictionary, Thesaurus, Medical, Legal, Acronyms, Idioms, Wikipedia.
dash:see punctuationpunctuation
[Lat.,=point], the use of special signs in writing to clarify how words are used; the term also refers to the signs themselves. In every language, besides the sounds of the words that are strung together there are other features, such as tone, accent, and pauses,
..... Click the link for more information. .
a punctuation mark in the form of a straight horizontal line (—). In the European writing systems, it has a space at either side.
In Russian punctuation, the dash indicates a pause between words or parts of a sentence. It is also used to emphasize intonations in written dialogue that are caused by the emotionality of utterances, and is used between a subject and predicate to replace a copula. In addition, the dash separates direct speech and introductory words from the rest of the sentence and separates coordinating conjunctions to emphasize contrast. The dash must be distinguished from the hyphen.
A flight made at a very high, or near maximum permissible, speed without taking into consideration high fuel consumption. A dash may be made in enemy territory at very low heights, ignoring high fuel consumption temporarily.


text:
Tony Stewart will not race Sunday at Michigan
Thursday afternoon Stewart-Haas Racing announced that Tony Stewart will not race in Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway. Jeff Burton will sub for Stewart in the No. 14 car.
On Saturday, Stewart was racing in a sprint car race at a New York dirt track when Stewart's car hit and killed Kevin Ward Jr., 20. Stewart pulled out of last weekend's race at Watkins Glen and cancelled all future sprint car races.
He released a statement Sunday that said: "There aren't words to describe the sadness I feel about the accident that took the life of Kevin Ward Jr. It's a very emotional time for all involved, and it is the reason I've decided not to participate in today's race at Watkins Glen. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and everyone affected by this tragedy."
Currently, Stewart is not facing any criminal charges. The Ontario County Sheriff Department said an investigation could take up to two weeks to complete.
Ward's funeral was held today at South Lewis High School in Turin, N.Y.


text:
Canterbury Weather
An Bhreatain Bheag?
10 Mar 2011 - Google Maps is keen to show place names in the local language, which is why it will say "Deutschland" instead of "Germany" and "Italia" instead of "It...
20 May 2009 - It's been a while, but I've finally found time to upgrade Wordpress and actually get my blog fixed. All I need now is something to blog about :-)
Canterbury Cathedral in Lego - Part 3
22 Mar 2009 - Another update on my progress building Canterbury Cathedral in Lego. The floorplan is now mostly complete except for the complicated east end of th...
A collection of useful tools for finding your height above sealevel, location, time zone, local time and sunrise/sunset/twilight times. Also contains a database of over 7.5 million place names to quickly find the place you want.
A few webservices are also available that let you query the time zone and local time, sunrise and sunset times and height/elevation above sea level for a specified latitude and longitude. Ideal for incorporating into applications built using the Google Maps API.
Google Maps
Google Maps Landmarks - A selection of landmarks which are visible with the Google Maps satellite imagery. Currently only includes England, Scotland, Wales, Norway, Sweden and Iceland.
Google Maps Info - Google Maps offer a wealth of opportunities for disseminating large amounts of geographical data in a familiar and easy-to-use way. Therefore, many people have invested time in discovering how they can use Google Maps to their advantage. Find out about how to use Google Maps to show your own data or see what other websites use Google Maps.
Coordinate Conversion
Use these packages to convert between Ordnance Survey (OSGB) grid references, UTM references and points of latitude/longitude. They also have functions to calculate the surface distance between two points of latitude and longitude.
jSunTimes - The jSunTimes package provides a way to calculate sunrise, sunset and twilight (civil, nautical and astronomical) times using Java. jSunTimes can be integrated in your own code or you can use it stand-alone on a website as an applet or a WebStart application.
Intro to Java - A concise guide on some of the more elementary aspects of Java.
Internet Relay Chat (IRC)
ChoonBot - An IRC bot that allows you to control Winamp from an IRC channel. We use ChoonBot a lot in our office where we generally have some music playing most of the time - as we all use IRC, having an IRC is a really convenient interface.
TellyBot - Access TV listings and set reminders for your favourite programmes in IRC using this convenient IRC bot. TellyBot is compatible with the XMLTV standard so where an XMLTV grabber is available, listings can be loaded into it.
Other Things
About Me - A page of information about me, if you are that interested!
Curriculum Vitae - View my Curriculum Vitae if you are interested in hiring me for a job.
E-Mail Stats - I get a lot of spam. So I set up some scripts to record and graph the proportion of spam to genuine e-mail that I get.
Pancake Day - Find out about the age-old traditions of Pancake Day or Shrove Tuesday.
Partial Solar Eclipse, 3rd October 2005 - A page of information and photos from the partical eclipse on 3rd October 2005, as seen from Canterbury, UK.
Tamworth Timeline - A concise timeline detailing the history of my home town - Tamworth, Staffordshire. This is an ongoing page which I update every so often.
Recipes - Lots of my favourite tasty recipes. Check out my favourite one for bread and butter pudding!
Dreamhost Promotion Code - Save up to $90 by using the promotion code 'JSTOTT90' when signing up for a hosting package with Dreamhost.
© 2000-11, Jonathan Stott.
22 Jan 2020 09:17:12 GMT


text:
Campus groups
There are numerous campus groups and clubs for students to get involved in. For a full list of student clubs, please visit the Skidmore Student Government Association's club page. Below is a list of clubs and groups that students who work with Sustainable Skidmore are often a part of.
Cool Cities
Real Food Challenge


text:
The Bruins have issued a video response to our column-destroying superhero ladyfriend. It is a short ad with a giant bear and creepy scraping noises, and it is terrifying. Watch inside.
We really appreciate the underlying menace to this ad. That bear is going to do awful, awful things if he ever finds our intrepid column-kicker, to whom we offer this advice: Just play dead. You'll get batted around a little bit, but the bear might lose interest.
Stay safe, column-kicker.
You can view more of the bear's intimidating and violent confrontations here.
H/T Steven


text:
To be considered as a minor in Communication Studies, students must meet these requirements:
• complete EN 101, EN 102 and CM 130 with a grade of "C-" or higher;
• hold a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or higher.
In addition to completion of the Liberal Arts Core and completion of the requirements for a major in another area, the following courses must be taken to qualify for a Communication Studies Minor. There can be no duplication of course work in this minor. Therefore, if any of the following courses are required by one's major, additional courses will need to be completed for a total of 17 hours of credit for the minor. Where there are prerequisites, they must be met. A grade a "C-" or higher is required for each course taken in this minor.
CM 210 (Interpersonal Communication), 3 hrs.
CM 212 (Photo Journalism),1 hr.
CM230 (Media and Society), 3 hrs.
CM 235 (New Media Tools), 3 hrs.
Communication Electives, 9 hrs.
Choose one of the following:
CM 201 (Storytelling/Screenwriting)
CM 206 (Communication Writing Styles)
CM 240 (Digital Media Production)
CM 250 (Small Group Communication)
CM 305 (Editing and Visual Effects)
CM 320 (Public Relations)
CM 360 (Intercultural Communication)
CM 401 (Communication Law)
Total 19 hrs.


text:
After a subpar preseason debut, Walter Payton JerseysGlennon sent Chicago Bears fans off a cliff when a poorly thrown second-quarter pass to Kendall Wright was picked off by the Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu inside the Arizona 5-yard line, Jordan Howard Jerseyshalting a promising drive and Chicago's momentum. That was another credibility killer for Glennon, who had a forgettable pick-six in the Aug. 10 preseason opener against the Denver Broncos.
On Chicago's next drive, Glennon, rolling to his left, failed to set his feet and should've been intercepted again on a pass to tight end Zach Miller.
The veteran quarterback, however, rallied late and hit Wright for a short touchdown just before halftime in a game Chicago went on to win 24-23 at University of Phoenix Stadium.Glennon's late touchdown isn't going to silence Bears fans screaming for rookie Mitchell Trubisky, but it buys the fifth-year pro more time heading into the all-important third preseason game at Tennessee Titans next Sunday.
QB depth chart: Glennon finished the night 13-for-18 for 89 yards, with one touchdown, one interception and a 78.2 passer rating. Chicago's No. 2 quarterback, Mark Sanchez, again played sparingly. Sanchez completed both of his pass attempts for 23 yards. Trubisky took over late in the third quarter and went 3-for-4 for 23 yards on his first drive, but he was sacked on a third-down play. On the next drive, Kevin White JerseysTrubisky forced a ball to Titus Davis that should've been intercepted. But the No. 2 overall pick recovered on the next possession and hit Benny Cunningham for a short touchdown reception. Trubisky ended the night 6-of-8 for 60 yards and that score.
When it was starters vs. starters, the Bears looked ... pretty good on defense and just OK on offense. Defensively, the Bears applied tons of pressure on Arizona quarterback Carson Palmer, who looked uncomfortable all night in the pocket. In particular, linebacker Jerrell Freeman played fast and seemed to be all over the field. Rookie running back Tarik Cohen (11 rushes for 77 yards) was spectacular from the opening kick, Alshon Jeffery Jerseysbut the entire first-team offense didn't get its act together until that end-of-half scoring drive.
One reason to be concerned: Glennon's turnovers. That's two costly picks in two exhibition games. The Bears aren't good enough to overcome those types of mistakes in the regular season. Glennon looks to be more of a game manager, Kyle Long Jerseysbut when he does take shots, he must be more accurate.
|Хочу научиться танцевать.
|Живу танцами!
|до 5 лет
|до 1 года
|до 8 лет
|до 3 лет
|до 10 лет


text:
ALEX Toys Craft Bling Along 3 Cake Jewelry Boxes
by ALEX Toys
Please check your favorite toy retailer for availability. Prices may vary.
Buy Online:
Product Description
This three layer cake box is yours to decorate and personalize, then store your jewelry in! Decorate these three round boxes with lids using mosaic tiles, sticky gems and stickers, then stack 'em up! Easy-to-follow instructions are included.
There are no reviews yet.


text:
Kristensen, McNish and Duval win LeMans for Audi
The 81st edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans will be recalled for many things: the celebration of 90 years of myth and legend; a new chapter in the history book; a rewritten record; and, a stark reminder of the risk that motor sport presents. Rolex Testimonee, and now nine-time winner of the race, Tom Kristensen and his teammates Allan McNish and Loic Duval in the #2 Audi Sport Team Joest LM P1 took overall victory.
In GTE, Porsche prepared the way for its return to LM P1 competition in 2014 by securing its 99th and 100th class wins by taking both the Professional and Amateur classes respectively with #92 Porsche AG Team Manthey and #76 IMSA Performance Matmut. In GTE Pro, Aston Martin Racing #97 was able to acknowledge the marque's centenary year and pay due respect to a lost teammate by fighting to the last and finishing a close third. The LM P2 class win went to the #35 Morgan - Nissan of Oak Racing.
Zytek Nissan engined cars finished first and second in the LMP2 class of the 90th anniversary Le Mans 24-hours. The OAK Racing Morgan of Bertrand Baguette, Ricardo Gonzalez and Martin Plowman led home the sister car of Olivier Pla, Alex Brundle and David Heinemeier both powered by the Zytek developed and serviced VK45DE.
Today's victory is the second at Le Mans for the 4.5-litre V8 engine, which has been developed and is serviced by Repton-based Zytek. In 2011 an identical power unit powered one of Zytek's own Z11SN chassis to victory in the LMP2 class.
The race was gripping from the start as the LM P1 cars from Audi and Toyota traded places for supremacy. One by one challenges began to fall short of the exacting standard demanded. The Japanese team improved upon its 2012 performance with both cars not just finishing, but doing so in 2nd and 4th positions.
The two Toyotas showed stunning pace allied to surprising reliability as neither car ran into mechanical problems. There were more twists in the closing stages of the race. Nicolas Lapierre went off in the rain losing third place, while the no. 8 TS030 Hybrid did its best to catch the leader - but in vain!
You can only benefit from the misfortunes of others if you yourself are fully ready. "Always expect and prepare for the unexpected," Kristensen said before the race. Clearly the #2 drivers, mechanics and management had done so. Their car spent no time off the track or in the garage. Precise driving, efficient pit stops, effective driver changes along with adapting to the changeable weather and other distractions confirmed their R18 e-tron quattro was well primed for the contest.
Allan McNish complimented the preparation of the car, and explained their strategy was: "to be very careful, making sure [they] were clean and tidy, and did not have any extra pit-stops. Apart from one puncture it was a perfect run and you don't get many of those, but that's what we needed to win today."
Some 245,000 people attended this year's running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, an increase from the 240,000 spectators at the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2012 but down from 249,000 in 2011.
The 90th Anniversary 24 Hours of Le Mans, did not run according to the hoped for script. Post-race celebrations have been muted and respectful. The closing words go to nine time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Kristensen, who knows better than anyone the rigors, dangers and emotions of endurance racing: "it is a dream come true winning the toughest and fastest race in the world…but we lost someone yesterday who had the same dream; so we have mixed feelings and this race is dedicated to Allan."
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is an event that endures effortlessly. Able to captivate, to impassion and to enthuse, its legacy is ever growing and its ability to inspire teams to measure physical ability and mental capacity in a trial of man and machine is undiminished. The latest chapter in its illustrious 90-year history has now closed and becomes part of the legend.
Audi Quotes
Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich (Head of Audi Motorsport): "That was the most difficult race I've experienced in my 15 Le Mans years. One reason, no doubt, was having to see a young race driver from Denmark lose his life this weekend. We're feeling with his family. But the race itself was unusual too. For 24 hours straight, our drivers had to cope with changeable weather and adjust to new conditions over and over in a very short period of time. Consequently, the team in the pits and along the pit wall didn't have any time to rest - I can't recall ever having experienced anything quite like this. The entire squad showed an incredible performance in an extreme situation this weekend - I'm proud to be a part of it."
Feedback can be sent to firstname.lastname@example.com
Go to our forums to discuss this article


text:
Justin Johnson needed a new t-shirt design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 59 designs submitted by 15 freelance designers.
Online Video Contests
Online Video Contests is a website that lists all the video contests going on on the internets. Basically - competitions where filmmakers create a commercial or a short film, and if theirs is the best, they win a sweet trip, cash, or prize.
We are all about our filmmakers! We are here to show off their winning clips, and to help them win. We bring together a community of like-minded and talented people from all walks of life.
Indie filmmakers! Folks who are out there, in the world, for small to zero budgets, coming up with great ideas, gathering up all their friends and grabbing a video camera to create awesomeness for the world (much like all you fine folks at 99designs!). Our users range from 13 years old, to 50 years old. People of all walks to life, so we don't want anything that feels TOO young. Cool is good. Teenie-bopper is bad.
We don't need a blatant big ol' URL on our shirts - we want something that conveys the concept of the site, and of what these filmmakers do, in a pure design way. Something they'll actually want to wear in real life :D
Here are some themes and ideas you can use as jumping off points for a design. We DON'T want any text, just use these ideas to create images.
One idea:
> "Mutate" our attached "Tag" logo (redraw it, re-envision it, redesign it)
Some other ideas:
> Camera = Cash
> Great ideas + Camera = Money
> People with cameras taking over the world
> An army of creative people
> Pay your rent with video contests
> Turn creativity into cash
> People who make videos are rock stars, with money and fame
Please check out our site to get a feel of what we do
The shirt design doesn't need to keep the same feel of the design of the site - the shirt should have the freedom to be more conceptual and less locked into the existing colors / format that we're using.
Use the style YOU are best at!


text:
First thing's first, two things need to be said about this new photo set:
After all this time, this was my first outfit photo set featuring a lady (other than myself, duh). Yeah, I know. There was no reason behind it, it just worked out that way. But I realize 80% of the clothing I focus on is women's clothing, yet 80% of the photos I take are of dudes, so I was wondering how long it would take before somebody called me out of that…
My model, Zue Byrd, had a clothing collection that gave me a bit of wardrobe envy. With the sea of spikes, skulls, and printed leggings it was like walking into a mini Trash and Vaudeville shop.
The wolf leggings are from GoJane, and if you've never been to that site, go now. You'll find a nice selection of badass prints like these, and then you'll also find a selection of absolutely crazy clown shit. I'm not even going to explain what I mean by that, just go take a look yourself.


text:
Greenpeace volunteers protest in front of an Adidas chain store in Hamburg. They are protesting against the usage of toxic chemicals in textile production. . Greenpeace demands that the sports brand implement their commitment to eliminate all use of all hazardous chemicals throughout its supply chain. Adidas is one of the brands tested for Greenpeace's "A Little Story About the Monsters in Your Closet" report. 2014-1-27
© Dmitrij Leltschuk / Greenpeace
1 - 12 of 5649 results.


text:
We use cookies to understand and improve your experience, including personalising content, adverts and social media features. Click for our [Cookie Policy], {Privacy policy} or how to [manage your settings]. By continuing to use our site, we will assume you are happy to allow the use of cookies.
You appear to have disabled cookies. By doing so, this site may not function as we use cookies as part of many features on it. You can learn more about how to change your settings here, where you'll also find our cookie policy.
Moto Services Junction 23A M1,
Donington Park,
01509 672220
Open today:
Opening Hours:
(Monday) 7am - 11pm
(Tuesday) 7am - 11pm
(Wednesday) 7am - 11pm
(Thursday) 7am - 11pm
(Friday) 7am - 11pm
(Saturday) 7am - 11pm
(Sunday) 7am - 11pm
We will be in touch soon.
You can see our Menus on offer here, or return to our homepage.


text:
In May, I summarized three rules the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is working on: The consolidation of Truth in Lending Act (TIL)/Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act disclosures, the TIL Ability to Repay final rule, and the mortgage servicing proposed rule.
Following are three additional rules the agency is addressing.
Mortgage originator standards
CFPB is developing proposed regulations to implement amendments the Dodd-Frank Act made to TIL and to Regulation Z's loan originator compensation standards.
Before the Dodd-Frank Act, the Federal Reserve Board, as part of its August 2009 proposed rule pertaining to closed-end credit, sought to protect consumers from unfair or abusive lending practices that can arise from certain loan originator compensation practices.
The Fed published a final rule on loan originator compensation in September 2010. It prohibits making certain compensation payments to loan originators based on loan terms (i.e., annual percentage rate [APR]) and steering consumers to loans not in their best interest because doing so would result in greater compensation for the loan originator. The rule became effective in April 2011.
As added by the Dodd-Frank Act, many of the new provisions in TIL section 129B(c) have largely codified the approach taken in the Fed's rules concerning loan originator compensation. However, section 129B(c) also has some provisions the Fed's rules didn't address.
Dodd-Frank Act requirements in some cases impose new or different requirements than the Fed's loan originator rule. Under Dodd-Frank Section 1400(c), certain provisions concerning loan originator qualifications and compensation automatically take effect Jan. 21, 2013, unless final rules issued on or before that date say otherwise.
CFPB expects to issue proposed regulations clarifying the use of the loan originator's unique identifier (from the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry) on all loan documents, payment of discount and origination points, and antisteering rules sometime after midyear 2012.
High-cost mortgages
CFPB is developing proposed regulations to implement the Dodd-Frank Act's amendments to TIL and, specifically, to the high-cost mortgage provisions the Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act of 1994 (HOEPA) added to TIL. HOEPA imposes restrictions on, and requires additional disclosures for, certain high-cost mortgages.
Among other changes, the amendments expand the scope of HOEPA coverage by:
► Including home purchase loans and home equity lines of credit;
► Revising the thresholds that trigger HOEPA coverage, including the APR and "points and fees" triggers; and
► Covering loans with prepayment penalties that exceed certain thresholds or that extend more than 36 months after the loan closing.
The amendments also add certain restrictions and requirements with regard to HOEPA loans, such as prohibiting the financing, directly or indirectly, of any points and fees; prohibiting prepayment penalties and, in most circumstances, balloon payments; and requiring pre-loan counseling for consumers.
The agency expects to issue proposed regulations by July 2012.
Escrow accounts
The Fed issued a proposed rule in March 2011 to implement amendments the Dodd-Frank Act made to TIL that lengthen the time for which a mandatory escrow account established for a higher-priced mortgage must be maintained.
In addition, the Fed's proposal would implement the Dodd-Frank Act's disclosure requirements regarding escrow accounts. The Fed's proposal also would exempt certain loans from the statute's escrow requirement, including mortgages extended by creditors that operate predominantly in rural or underserved areas and meet certain other prerequisites.
CFPB plans to issue a final rule on this in the second half of 2012.
Check cuna.org for final rule analyses and comment call requests as these rules, and those covered in the May column, are issued by CFPB.
MICHAEL McLAIN is CUNA's assistant general counsel and senior compliance counsel. Contact him at 608-231-4185.


text:
WALTHAM, Mass. – The University of Chicago women's basketball team never trailed today as the Maroons, ranked No. 2 in the nation by D3hoops.com and the WBCA, defeated host Brandeis University, 77-50, in a University Athletic Association (UAA) contest in Red Auerbach Arena. With the win, the Maroons improve 23-0, 13-0 in the UAA, while the Judges fall to 8-16, 1-12 UAA.
Chicago scored the game's first 14 points and never looked back en route to the victory. The visitors shot 58 percent from the field for the game (29-50), including 65 percent from 3-point range (11-17), while owning a 35-27 edge on the glass.
The Maroons put three players in double figures in scoring, paced by rookie reserve Morgan Donovan (Cincinnati, Ohio./Ursuline Acad.), who had a game-high 15 points off the bench. Donovan hit 6-of-7 from the field, including all three of her 3-pointers, while also grabbing three rebounds and dishing three assists. Senior forward Taylor Simpson (Lee's Summit, Mo./Lee's Summit) and junior guard Jenna Lillemoe (Minnetonka, Minn./Hopkins) both had 11 points on 4-of-5 from the field. Simpson added a 3-pointer and two free throws, while Lillemoe was 3-of-4 from downtown. Simpson also had game-highs with eight rebounds and five assists.
Brandeis had one player reach double figures, as senior forward Shannon Hassan (Merrimack, N.H./Merrimack) came off the bench to score 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting with a pair of free throws. Grad student Diana Cincotta (W. Boylston, Mass./W. Boylston) just missed making a second player in double figures with nine points, but her three 3-pointers moved her into sole possession of fifth place on Brandeis's career list with 106. Cincotta is the sixth player in school history to reach 100 for her career.
Junior center Samantha Anderson (Johnsonville, N.Y./Hoosic Valley) and rookie guard Hannah Cain (Gloucester, Mass./Gloucester) each had four rebounds to tie for the team lead, while senior Kelly Ethier (Springfield, Mass./Minnechaug Regional) had four assists. Cain added a game-high three steals, as Brandeis won the turnover battle against the Maroons, 22-19.
Brandeis wraps up the 2011-12 season next Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m. against rival NYU, while Chicago will try to close out a second-straight undefeated regular season at home against Washington University at the same time.


text:
They said it couldn't be done.
"You can't be careless in Colorado," they said.
"You can't have kids and no car," they said.
"You can't be a travel editor without a car," they said.
They were wrong.
[media-credit name="Jim Carr" align="alignright" width="264″][/media-credit]
It's now three months shy of four years since I watched the minivan drive off, that gas-guzzling money pit. It was a Chrysler Town & Country, a soccer mom's dream and just the kind of mysteriously assembled heap of metal and electricity that puts dollar signs in mechanic's eyes.
Truth be told, though, as much as "the Purple Wonder" – it was a weird dark bluish shade that in certain lights looked like a gigantic grape – sucked away thousands of my hard-earned dollars over its the six years with us, it traveled to some amazing places.


text:
An issue that has planted itself in my thoughts of late is the vitriolic rancor sweeping America. This thought has been triggered by the myriad welfare bashing posts that were a minor trend on Facebook a while back. (They still pop up from time to time, ocassionally from my own family which grates me to no end.) There seems to be a commonly accepted myth that everyone on welfare is a crack addict who milks the system and sits back letting the government pay their ways. It's not unlike Reagan's favorite stump speech about the "welfare mom" that hatched in the 80s. The story was proven to be hype. But people latch onto such images, mindlessly repeating them as truths with little concern for the hatred and contempt that is bred as a result. Perhaps it's human nature to despise the notion of someone getting something for nothing. Especially if we "hard working" Americans are getting squeezed ever tighter in a recession economy.
This profiling manifests itself in many ways, like support of mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients. It's also present in the call for bounties on welfare violators. I'm no fan of people acquiescing to a lifestyle of defrauding the system. However, the popular backlash among many rank and file Americans smacks of hatred, divisiveness and gross labeling. It does little justice to a system that has helped countless Americans better themselves over the years. Growing up it helped my family from time to time. I feel fortunate that we had that assistance and I am lucky to have a firsthand knowledge of some of welfare's benefits. I believe too many people clogging the airwaves in dissent have no clue. They'd rather spread lies and hatred in an effort to protect their piece of the pie, I suppose.
This is a difficult time in America. It's made only more difficult when we citizens mimic the infighting and partisanship that our supposed leaders in Washington have made a standard operating procedure. One of my favorite bumper stickers of all time reads "If the people lead, the leaders will follow." It is as true to me today as it was the day I first saw it. But we are not leading. We are choosing to blame everyone and everything we can, not unlike our "leaders." It's Obama's fault, the government's fault, big corporations' fault, immigrants' fault and , now, poor people's fault.
We must break this cycle of blame, forge and hammer it, refine and focus it to something useful that will propel us forward. Surrender non-productive ideologies for the sake of tangible progress. Quit arguing religion and political party alliance. This movement to vilify the less fortunate among us disgusts me. It's hatred and resentment personified and it is wrong. Americans engaging in such chatter would do well to focus attention on our leaders and their coddling of the most fortunate among us. Press them to revise tax code in a way that makes the uber rich pay more of their fair share.
Furthermore, quit worrying that someone's stealing your cheese. A miserly approach to living is never healthy. In our recession climate it will only help ensure we bleed and starve to death a large segment of our citizenry on whom the sun has set. Our insular habits and self-protectionism will be the demise of us all.
On a related note -- long live the Occupy protesters! Our government leaders and business leaders need to realize the people are speaking, even if it's a message they don't want to hear. These people are my heroes because instead of turning their ire on the other (the phenomenon described above) they're directing it at corrupt banks, corporations and leaders who have usurped the Dream that underpins our nation's legacy.
For better or worse questions are being asked, accusations fielded. We'd all do well to get behind that.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
Nepal: Risk Assessment
Country Risk Rating
Business Climate Rating
- Remittances from expatriate workers sustain consumption, the main driver of growth
- Dynamic services sector, especially tourism
- Financial and technical support from India and China
- Considerable international solidarity
- Heavily dependent on the agricultural sector and vulnerable to weather events
- Isolated and difficult access to many of the country's regions
- Vulnerable to natural disasters
- Economy strongly affected by the earthquakes of April and May 2015
- Weak productivity in the secondary sector
- Infrastructure shortcomings, recurrent electricity, and fuel shortages
- Recurrent political difficulties and violence
Current Trends
Growth Expected to Benefit from Reconstruction Efforts
Despite its impact on dividend repatriation and wage conversion by expatriate Nepalese workers, India's demonetization of notes – representing 87% of the money in circulation (November 2016) – did not prevent the Nepalese economy from growing strongly in 2017. The government's ambitious objective of 7.2% growth during the 2017/18 tax year notwithstanding, the Nepalese economy is expected to slow in 2018. Consumption will continue to be the main growth driver (76.2% of GDP for the 2016/17 tax year) and it should continue to benefit from significant remittances from expatriate workers (27% of GDP). Growth momentum will, however, be limited by the inflationary tensions associated with high transport costs and by the high prevalence of poverty.
The Nepalese government launched its "Vision 2030" program to reduce the poverty rate from 23% to 5% by 2030. However, it will take a long time to implement, given the persistent political instability and uncertainty, and with the government still vague about the details. Furthermore, the reconstruction efforts following the 2015 earthquakes are expected to continue. These efforts are focused on transport infrastructure, severely damaged by the disaster, in order to improve the still weak connectivity of this isolated country. Investments will also be directed towards hydroelectricity, which is largely underexploited. However, progress is slow, with project implementation often hampered by bureaucratic inefficiency. Following the almost total interruption of bilateral trade triggered by disagreements with India over the new 2015 constitution, the resumption of trade with India (65% of Nepal's external trade) should, as in 2017, benefit growth. Finally, at the sector level, activity will benefit from favorable, but output from the agricultural sector, which represents a third of GDP and employs 68% of the population, will remain low.
Slight Worsening of the Fiscal and Current Account Balances
The budget for the 2017/18 tax year continues the spending plans from the 2016/17 budget, whose implementation was hampered by the structural weaknesses of the country's administration. This is because the parallel operations of the National Planning Committee and the Ministry of Finance make budget implementation tricky: a substantial proportion of spending takes place at the end of the year, and as a result, budget implementation is poorly organized and of a poor quality. Spending, which is likely to represent 25.3% of GDP by the end of 2018, should still be focused on hydroelectric projects and transport infrastructure. Rising revenues will not offset these reconstruction efforts and the fiscal balance is set to continue to show a slight deficit for the second year in a row. However, the public debt burden will continue to ease. The country will still benefit from financial support from the international community, and donations (12% of state income during tax year 2016/17) will help limit the use of borrowing.
With regard to external accounts, Nepal will remain strongly dependent on China and India, as two-thirds of its total imports come from these two neighbors. The country has a significant trade deficit due to the pervasiveness of imports of numerous products. Despite substantial remittances by expatriate workers and the substantial rebound in tourism revenues, higher imports of capital goods needed for the reconstruction effort and the weak competitiveness of Nepalese products on the international market are expected to result in a worsening current account balance.
Slow Political Stabilization
After another period of political instability, a new coalition was formed in August 2016 between Pushpa Kamal Dahal (Communist party), Prime Minister for the first nine months, and Sher Bahadur Deuba (Nepalese Congress, center-left), Prime Minister since June 2017. The two parties must organize local, provincial and central elections by the end of 2018, which raises hopes of greater political stabilization. However, the power-sharing arrangements are fragile and subject to tensions between the parties. Political equilibrium in the country will, therefore, remain precarious, and the risk of another period of instability and violence cannot be ruled out, especially with several minorities denouncing the decision to split up some provinces under the 2015 Constitution. The business climate is therefore still poor.
With regard to external relations, the aid sent by China and India after the earthquake reflects the rivalry between the two powers for influence over Nepal. Tensions in 2015 with India seem to have lessened but could be revived over the question of the Nepalese Madhesi minority, which opposes the 2015 Constitution and is supported by India because of its cultural and historical proximity.


text:
FCYFL Weight Requirements Table
The table below reflects the new weight classes and weights. Weights in parentheses is the maximun weight the player can weigh to play a position that normally handles the ball (QB, RB, TE, Kick Returner, etc.). Changes from last year are highligted in RED.
Only youth between the ages of 7 and 16 years of age and who weigh at least 40 pounds may participate in the FCYFL, except players in the 80lb weight group and above must weigh at least 56 pounds. All youth shall play in the Age/Weight Division that they are eligible for. There will be no waivers.
Commissioners are responsible for checking birth dates and weights at club registration and the official FCYFL Weigh-In. For example, a 10 year old will play in the 90lb group if he weighs from 86 to 110 pounds. He may not play in the 100lb group unless he weighs over 110 pounds.
For purpose of eligibility in the various Age/Weight Divisions, a players age on October 1 of the current year will determine his football age, except for the 130lb (15 yr olds) and 155lb (16 year olds) weight classes as noted above. Example: A youth who becomes 10 years old on or before October 1 will play as a 10 year old. A youth who becomes 10 at any time after October 1st of the current year will play as a 9-year-old.
Each player must obtain a Player Identification Card. The card will be required as an official player identification at all FCYFL Weigh-Ins, and upon demand by the FCYFL Standards and Rules Committee pursuant to the execution of the Committee's official duties.
Player Identification Card shall be the sole allowable proof of age in determining a player's eligibility.
Initial Eligibility Requirements
Accepted Player Identification Cards
Commonwealth of Virginia Identification Card as issued by the Virginia
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Issue date must be within five (5)
years of December 1st of current calendar year. Card must display the
player's photograph, date of birth, date of issue and signature of player or
printed first/last names of those players under ten (10) years of age.
Cards are available from all Virginia DMV Offices at a nominal charge.
Original birth certificate and social security card (or other DMV approved
identification) are required to obtain Identification Card.
Commonwealth of Virginia Learner's Permit as issued by the Virginia
DMV. Issue date must be within five (5) years of December 1st of current
calendar year. Card must display the player's photograph, date of birth,
date of issue and signature of player.
Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License as issued by the Virginia
DMV. Issue date must be within five (5) years of December 1st of current
calendar year. Card must display the player's photograph, date of birth,
date of issue and signature of player.
All Player Identification Cards of eligible participants shall be maintained during the football season by the Player. All Player Identification Cards shall be available on demand from FCYFL Standards and Rules Committee members.
If at any time during the season, a protest is filed against a player, the Commissioner and Head Coach of the player against whom the protest has been lodged shall attend the FCYFL Standards and Rules Committee Meeting or Weigh-In, as specified, with the Player Identification Card.
A player may play with only one organization and on only one team. The only exception to this rule shall be in the case of a player whose weight gain during any part of the season is in excess of that allowed. In this event, the player shall be move up to a team in the next higher weight class.
No youth may participate who is a member or who is trying out for an inter-scholastic football squad or any other organized tackle football team.
A player may rejoin a FCYFL team prior to its second game providing that he has registered and weighed in on the official dates and is not a member of an inter-scholastic or other organized football.
New Privacy Policy


text:
Sadly, far too often we hear about hackers getting punished for their exploits—even when the hack doesn't really damage anyone. (RIP Aaron Swartz.)
Today, however, two people are being rewarded for a fun, harmless hack. After taking over a prominent electronic billboard in Belgrade, installing Space Invaders on it, and playing it via their iPhones for 20 minutes, two Serbian students were rewarded by the billboard's owner with two iPad mini 4Gs.
"This has never happened before, but we appreciate the fact that these guys have, in a charming way, pointed us to this huge problem," Slobodan Petrovic, the manager of the billboard ad company, DPC, told Serbian news site Kurir on Wednesday (Google Translate). "Now it is clearer than ever that we need to protect ourselves better. In more developed countries, these actions are unthinkable because of severe sanctions."
As TorrentFreak reported on March 10, Ivan Petrović, 21, and Filip Stanisavljević, 20, altered the billboard in one of Belgrade's most prominent plazas, ending their demonstration with the message "Hacked4Fun" and a picture of The Pirate Bay logo with the Ghandi quote that the Swedish trio likes to use: "First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."
As seen in a video Petrović and Stanisavljević uploaded to YouTube, the assembled crowd seemed mystified but pleasantly surprised. Ars has tried contacting the pair via YouTube but has not heard back yet.
In the notes, the pair claim they are not "hackers," by which we assume they mean the contemporary, negative sense of the word—not its original meaning.
We are not members of "Anonymous" and are in no way affiliated with them.
We are not members of any hacker organization or group and this clip proves that in a way - we do not want to stay anonymous in any way.
We are not hackers nor do we participate in any form of hacking. We are two computer science students who did this for research purposes only, to demonstrate the lack of security in IT systems in general.
We wanted to demonstrate how companies sometimes pay very little attention to security—it had nothing to do with this specific company or even billboard companies, but rather any company that uses any form of technology that can be targeted by this kind of "attack". We chose the billboard simply because we believed it is the strongest way to prove our point.
No damage was done by us—the billboard was inactive for a total of 22 minutes and normal function was restored as soon as our demonstration was over. The billboard owner was contacted about the weaknesses in the system with all the necessary information to fix the problem.
"We think of ourselves as white-hat hackers"
UPDATE 12:20pm CT: Ivan Petrović contacted Ars via Skype from his new iPad mini—over WiFi—he lamented the fact that LTE has unfortunately not yet come to Serbia.
"We thought this was funny and can help people understand that IT systems are not so well protected," he said. "We thought we would like to demonstrate a game. The first idea started because we look at the screen [everyday, from our university across the street.] We were just thinking of it a year ago: it would be cool to play a game on that screen."
When Ars asked him about their message, that they are not hackers in the pejorative sense of the word, he agreed.
"Serbia is a small country," he said. "We don't have big infrastructure. [Most Serbians] don't understand the meaning of the word 'hacker.' We are trying to get people to understand. We think of ourselves as white-hat hackers, but you can't express that to people here, they don't understand that."
After the hack, the pair of computer science students—who have now become known within Serbia as the "billboard hackers"—alerted the company with a detailed description of the security flaw, and how to fix it. But nevertheless, as the Serbian media started to dub them as "bad hackers," they seriously worried that they might have to flee the country.
"One thing we learned is that this kind of public hacks are not good for us," he added. "We were so stressed. Especially me, I was feeling bad when all the bad news started. At first, we were portrayed as some kind of 'Anonymous' group. We were surprised—we showed our faces [in the video], we didn't want to hide. The first night we were thinking about running out of the country. We wanted to go to Montenegro—but we were not sure, but we were talking about that."
By the time DPC reached out to them to thank them for exposing the flaw, Petrović said he was very surprised.
"We were doing this for fun, [but] we expected we would be punished a little," he said. "When they called us to give us the present we thought it was really really cool. We were relived when they called us [and wanted to give us the iPads.]"
And why the shout-out to the Pirate Bay?
"We are fans of the Pirate Bay," he said. "Especially after watching the movie that was released recently. That's why we want to show some kind of support."
So what's next for the young white-hat hacker?
"I would really like to work in system security and low-level programming—I'm not some GUI guy."


text:
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Blog Anniversary
So, thanks for joining me here. I plan to continue the blog for some time and hope you will join me. If you have any suggestions on how to improve the blog or the type of material you would like to see, please let me know.
Published 6 October 2013, Western Kentucky Genealogy Blog, http://wkygenealogy.blogspot.com/
4 comments:
- David Sullivan said...
Brenda, ESPECIALLY since it's a labor of love with no monetary return, I owe a "thank you" to you for your efforts. You say that you welcome comments for improvement, but I assure you that what you are doing is excellent in all aspects. I hope I speak for all of us. THANKS!
- October 7, 2013 at 10:18 AM
- Brenda Joyce Jerome said...
Thank you, David. I appreciate your kind words.
- October 7, 2013 at 10:24 AM
- Unknown said...
Yes, to all the above! I read your blog regularly. My roots are Smiths (among others) in Muhlenberg County. I've been at it since c. 1985 and I still have much to learn. You are unexcelled in what you do. Especially appreciated the Find a Grave info the other day. May God grant you the patience, health and desire to keep at it. Thank You! (I used to read your printed publication in my library on WKU campus.)
- October 8, 2013 at 6:57 AM
- Brenda Joyce Jerome said...
It's nice to hear from "long time friends." Thank you!
- October 8, 2013 at 7:46 AM


text:
1) Script Title: Preloaded Slideshow Script
2) Script URL (on DD): http://www.dynamicdrive.com/dynamici...eloadslide.htm
3) Describe problem:
I would like to be able to add a line of text below the picture that says, for example, "Image 1 of 100" and have it change automatically when the user clicks the Previous or Next button. It already has it showing in the status bar but I'd like it to be on the actual webpage instead... Any help?
Thanks in advance!


text: Distributor Login Required You must have valid ASI, PPAI or SAGE number to proceed. Don't yet have a Promo Cookie Cutters account? Take a moment to register with your ASI, PPAI or SAGE user ID number. Login Username or Email Password Remember me Forget? | Register Username or Email Back to Login | Register


text:
Walnut wood watch, black strap
Body material: Walnut hard wood
Face material: gradient brown metallic, silver accents
Dimensions: diameter 43mm, height 8.5 mm
Glass: mineral glass with a sapphire coating, resistant to scratches and damages
Strap: black color, genuine leather, waterproof, polished steel accents (You can add an additional strap)
Clasp: polished stainless steel
Movement: Japan, Miyota hi quality quartz movement (1 year warranty)
3 Hands: hour, minute, second - polished steel color
Customization and personalization:
Your accessory can be personalized. Add an engraving (a text or a logo) on the back of your watch to make it one-of-a-kind. You can add up to 5-6 words.
Choose the engraving option and specify the comment to the order, our designer will make sketches for you before production.
For any order, you can add a wood wallet insert card, indicate this for the order.
Note: logo only vector based no gradient B&W images.
Package :
All items are sent in a strong stylish branded packaging, protect the watch from damage.
Payment and shipping: All the packages are ready for shipping in 2-5 days after payment. Standard international shipping takes 3-4 business weeks. Expedited shipping takes 10-14 days, costs extra ( usually USD 20-25 ) and differs for each country. Contact us to order expedited shipping.
Additional information: Color of every item may differ (a bit darker or lighter than in the picture). It depends on the wood texture and the season of timber harvesting. Each piece is unique, because it is made of solid wood and the grain is never the same. Every wooden block's grain is created by the nature, and our craftsmen skillfully handmade a stylish accessory of it within a few hours. Every single wood cuff links is made to accentuate individuality of its owner.
Mind the temperature difference during the use of wooden watch. Do not leave the product under boiling sun and do not freeze it. Waterproof. Prolonged exposure to water is not recommended.


text:
From R850* unit
Located down a quiet street in the picturesque country town of Greyton, the Marina Cottage offers a secluded retreat for two or four people.
Furnished in neutral tones, the cottage is equipped with... Read More
From R675 pps
High Hopes B&B offers stylish, comfortable accommodation and country-house luxury. All rooms have excellent quality beds and are well-appointed. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided in all ro... Read More
From R2400* unit
The Purple Dog is a spacious, neat, modern house, full of fresh character and flooded with light. The upmarket furniture and artistic interior mixes perfectly in keeping with its location: sun-kissed... Read More
From R990* unit
Oewerzicht is a diverse farm situated in the picture perfect Greyton valley on the banks of the Sonderend River. We are only 9km from this tranquil country village, and it is the ideal place for a pea... Read More
From R3800* unit
Greyton self-catering at its best!! Comfort awaits you at this flawless yet comfortably furnished home with excellent proximity in the center of town and walking distance from all restaurants, cafe's... Read More
From R2300* unit
Kootjie and Isa Viljoen are the proud owners of the De Hoop Victorian Farm House.They decided to take on an inspiring family project with the daunting task of renovating this 6000 square metre propert... Read More
We found some more establishments that you may be interested in. These establishments may not match the accommodation type or location that you requested.
From R615 pps
Greyton Lodge, having new management and owners, looks forward to welcoming guests to a refreshed and luxurious Greyton Lodge, with its new design, and having just completed extensive renovations with... Read More
From R1000* unit
This cottage has a lovely garden below the cottage for guests to use.
Lovely garden cottage with a spacious double room, full bathroom open plan lounge and kitchen.
All rooms are large, bright, ... Read More
From R450 pps
Sunningdale, your little bit of Heaven on the edge of Greyton from which to explore the whole of the surrounding area, or simply to relax. Just 1½ hours from Cape Town, Sunningdale offers gracious a... Read More
From R650* unit
PoespasRivier Cottage is one of the original 1865 missionary cottages in the village of Bereaville, just 9km from Greyton.
Berea is a peaceful little rural village where you will hear the cocks cro... Read More
Broadcast your accommodation requirements to our database of hotels and lodges.
Prasanth Jayaprakash won a booking to the value of R5940 at Sabie River Bush Lodge
I feel really happy that I have won this. I had an amazing time at Sabie River bush lodge and I will definitely revisit there.
How can you Win Free Accommodation?
Price Range comparison
In order to provide meaningful price comparisons this website compares the Per Person Sharing Rate or, where this is not available, the Average Price Per Person for a unit, based on its maximum occupancy.When Homes and Villas are selected as the search criteria, the full daily rate for the unit is used for price comparison and display irrespective of the number of people the unit sleeps.* This accommodation is only available as a unit. It has been included in these search results as the average price per person based on maximum occupancy falls within the selected price range. However, the price displayed is the full unit price.
Greyton is rated 4 / 5 based on 16 reviews. Read real reviews of Greyton from verified guests.
GreytonGreyton is a lovely, quirky town. It is a village with lots of character - donkeys roaming, a chocolate shop, a nature reserve etc. We popped into the tourist info and got a list of eating establishments and when they open, but beware - times seem to vary according to village rules!! - Wendy Spencer
GreytonExperience Greyton and taste the good atmosphere - Jan Van Stuijvenberg
GreytonDit is 'n baie oulike plattelandse dorpie waarheen ons definitief weer gaan besoek - Lia Prins
GreytonLove Greyton. Some of the restaurants are fantastic and mountain biking trails are awesome catering for all skill levels. - Bridget Carter
GreytonA real gem of a place. Very relaxed and relaxing. Slow moving and no hustle. I think the foreigners who visit Greyton knows something many South Africans have not discovered. We were fortunate to be there on a Saturday and experienced the fun of the weekly market with local produce. We shall go there again if at all possible. - Isak Haarhoff


text:
Celebrating Pi Day by serving pie in North Central Arkansas branches.
FLIPPIN, Ark. – In recognition of Pi Day on Tuesday, March 14, Arvest Bank associates in North Central Arkansas will serve customers pie at local branches between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Participating North Central Arkansas branches include: Mountain Home, Harrison, Yellville, Bull Shoals, Flippin and Lead Hill. As well as our branch in West Plains, Mo.
"Pi Day is always a fun day at work and we're looking forward to sharing in that with our customers," said Tiffany Watkins, assistant vice president and marketing director for Arvest Bank in North Central Arkansas. "For locals who are in the market for a new home, we also want to share with them that securing a mortgage loan with us is as 'easy as pie.'"
The Greek letter for Pi is a mathematical symbol that represents a constant – the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter – which is approximately 3.14159. The annual observance of Pi Day on March 14 (3/14) worldwide represents the first three digits of that number.
Submitted questions will be answered by an Arvest banker and may appear on the Arvest Blog.
All Arvest banks are Equal Housing Lenders and Member FDIC.
Investment products and services are provided by Arvest Investments, Inc., doing business as Arvest Asset Management, member FINRA/SIPC, an SEC registered investment adviser and a subsidiary of Arvest Bank. Trust services are provided by Arvest Bank. Insurance products are made available through Arvest Insurance, Inc., which is registered as an insurance agency. Insurance products are marketed through Arvest Insurance, Inc., but are underwritten by insurance companies.
Securities and Insurance Products: Not Insured by FDIC or any Federal Government Agency, May Lose Value, Not a Deposit of or Guaranteed by a Bank or any Bank Affiliate.


text:
Corpas headed for DL with surgery scheduled for Friday
What Manuel Corpas' performance Monday suggested his words revealed Wednesday. The right-hander told The Denver Post that he will undergo surgery Friday to remove bone chips from his elbow.
"I am a little nervous, but it was not getting better even after the cortisone shot,'' Corpas said.
Corpas went home Monday and noticed the swelling in his elbow as he ate a late dinner. He was unavailable to pitch Tuesday, and a decision was made today to have surgery.
If all goes according to plan, he could pitch again in September. As for a replacement, it's unclear. The Triple-A candidates include Joel Peralta, who was just sent down, Randy Flores and recently-signed Matt Herges.
Corpas is 1-3 with a 5.88 ERA in 35 games this season.
"This is something that has to be done. I am hoping I can come back and be better,'' Corpas said.


text:
Page 1
|Save page Remove page
|1 of 101
small (250x250 max)
medium (500x500 max)
Large (1000x1000 max)
Extra Large
large ( > 500x500)
Full Resolution
All (PDF)
This page
CONCEPT CLASSIFICATION WITH APPLICATION TO SPEECH TO SPEECH TRANSLATION by Emil Ettelaie A Dissertation Presented to the FACULTY OF THE USC GRADUATE SCHOOL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA In Partial Ful llment of the Requirements for the Degree DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING) May 2011 Copyright 2011 Emil Ettelaie
Object Description
|Concept classification with application to speech to speech translation
|Ettelaie, Emil
|Author email
|firstname.lastname@example.com; email@example.com
|Doctor of Philosophy
|Document type
|Degree program
|Electrical Engineering
|Viterbi School of Engineering
|Date defended/completed
|Date submitted
|Restricted until
|Date published
|Advisor (committee chair)
|Narayanan, Shrikanth S.
|Advisor (committee member)
Kosko, Bart
Georgiou, Panayiotis G.
Nakano, Aiichiro
|The central goal in interactive speech-to-speech translation applications is to facilitate the accurate exchange of the semantic content (or "concept") of the speech between the interlocutors rather than producing word-by-word literal translation of the source utterance. While the conventional Statistical Machine Translation (SMT) methods are mainly developed and optimized for translating text, speech understanding through concept classification offers a possible way of translation in speech-to-speech translation systems that suits the above purpose. A correct concept classification offers the promise of obtaining well-formed target language speech output, although it cannot accurately cover the entire dialog domain due to the limited number of concept classes.; Here, the task of spoken utterance classification is presented as a MAP estimation problem. Formulation of the understanding model and data collection methods are presented. To cope with the inherent sparsity in the training data, the use of a background model is introduced and its effects are investigated. For further sparsity mitigation, a new method of lexical enhancement by using an SMT system is introduced.; To improve the overall accuracy of the classification task, a method for incorporating contextual information is also presented. Specifically, for a two-way speech translation system, a classification scheme is derived that utilizes these information from both sides of the conversation through a dialog model. Empirical results show that the proposed dialog model provided a modest improvement in classification accuracy while a significant improvement in the accuracy of rejection task.; The main bottleneck in achieving an acceptable performance with concept classifiers is the tedious task of annotating large amounts of training data. Any attempt to develop a method to assist in, or to completely automate, data annotation should involve the clustering of sentences based on the meaning they convey. This needs a distance measure to compare sentences in the concept level. Here, a new method of sentence comparison is introduced that is motivated from the translation point of view. In this method the imperfect translations produced by a phrase-based SMT system are used to compare the concepts of the source sentences. The distances among the utterances are measured using two alternative type of metrics. The first metric is aimed to capture local dependencies among words based on the Markov chain modeling of the text (Language Models). The second metric is computed based on the word associations in a wider view. Such associations are learned through Topic Modeling of the translation lists of the data utterances. Two clustering methods are adapted to support the concept-base distance. Experimental evaluations show the effectiveness of the proposed methods.; The effectiveness of concept classifiers depends on the size of the domain that they cover. An obstacle in expanding the classifier domain, however, is the degradation in accuracy as the number of classes increase. A hierarchical classification process that aims to scale up the domain without compromising the accuracy is introduced here. This method exploits the categorical associations that naturally appear in the training data, to split the domain into sub-domains with fewer classes. In a two-layered structure, first the best category for the discourse is detected and then a sub-domain classifier -- limited to that category--is deployed. For category detection the discourse information is used as input. For that purpose, two alternative methods based on language models and topic modeling are introduced. Results from experiments show higher accuracy for the proposed method compared to a single layered classifier.
|dialog models; semantic classification; sentence clustering; speech translation; spoken language understanding; topic modeling
|Part of collection
|University of Southern California dissertations and theses
|Publisher (of the original version)
|University of Southern California
|Place of publication (of the original version)
|Los Angeles, California
|Publisher (of the digital version)
|University of Southern California. Libraries
|Electronically uploaded by the author
|Legacy record ID
|Contributing entity
|University of Southern California
|Ettelaie, Emil
|Repository name
|Libraries, University of Southern California
|Repository address
|Los Angeles, California
|Repository email
|Archival file
|Page 1
|Contributing entity
|University of Southern California
|Repository email
|Full text
|CONCEPT CLASSIFICATION WITH APPLICATION TO SPEECH TO SPEECH TRANSLATION by Emil Ettelaie A Dissertation Presented to the FACULTY OF THE USC GRADUATE SCHOOL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA In Partial Ful llment of the Requirements for the Degree DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING) May 2011 Copyright 2011 Emil Ettelaie


text:
Home > All Products
Reorder Code: OEMTN320CManufacturer Part Number: TN320CBrand: Brother
Delivery: Free Shipping
This original toner cartridge is designed to be used inside your Brother printer to ensure the quality and consistency of print. When installed into your printing equipment you will enjoy optimal printing performance and this toner cartridge is ready to yield up to 1,500 pages at 5% coverage.
This toner cartridge is compatible with the following printers: DCP-9055CDN, DCP-9270CDN, HL-4140CN, HL-4150CDN, HL-4570CDW, HL-4570CDWT, MFC-9055CDN, MFC-9460CDN, MFC-9465CDN, MFC-9970CDW
Be the first to Write a Review for this item!
[ Go Top | Site Map | Contact Us ]
© 2020 Cartridgebox.co.uk - DC Supplies Limited, Unit 30, Lower Charlton Trading Estate, SHEPTON MALLET, Somerset, BA4 5QERegistered in England; Company Registration Number 11385263


text:
CAF Confederation Cup: Djoliba hopes in doubt
Djoliba's CAF Confederation Cup hopes are in severe doubt ahead of Sunday's second leg of their second-qualifying-round tie with Wadi Degla.
The Malian team reached the final of the 2012 competition only to lose 4-3 on aggregate to Congolese outfit Leopards.
But Djoliba's hopes of replicating that run appear slim following a 2-0 defeat at Wadi Degla in the first leg, a strike from midfielder Mostafa Talaat and a late Abdoulaye Traore own goal doing the damage for the Egyptain tournament debutants and leaving Karounga Keita's men on the brink of elimination.
SuperSport United are also in need of a turnaround in their home leg, but face a difficult task against 2006 winners and two-time finalists Etoile du Sahel.
Tunisian side Sahel lead 1-0 from the first leg thanks to a goal from defender Alaya Brigui, which put them in pole position to make another run towards the latter stages of the competition.
Sahel had the benefit of fortune in the first leg as South African club SuperSport saw a late equaliser from Mame Niang chalked off, much to the annoyance of coach Cavin Johnson.
But Johnson believes his side are still very much in the tie and is hopeful that SuperSport can go far in the tournament.
"We will come back and put up a big fight in the second leg," Johnson said.
"It will give me the greatest of pleasure if we get to the group stages. It would make the club proud. We can do well in this competition.
"South Africans need to take this tournament seriously and that's what we are doing right now."
Petro Luanda and Bizertin will have home advantage, but must be careful not to concede a possibly damaging away goal in their respective second-leg meetings with Ismaily and Warri Wolves after 0-0 first-leg draws.
An injury-time penalty from Menard Mupera gave Zimbabwean side How Mine a 2-1 first-leg success over Bayelsa United of Nigeria, whose away goal in that meeting could yet prove crucial.
Kigali and Constantine will both look to protect advantages and progress to the play-off round after 1-0 wins over Difaa El Jadida and ASEC Mimosas.
However, ZESCO United face a similar to predicament to Djoliba and will need to showcase a significant improvement versus Medeama, who cruised to a 2-0 triumph in the first leg as their impressive Confederation Cup bow rolls on.


text:
Feb. 21, 2006
On Saturday February 18, Lipscomb's indoor track teams made the trip to East Tennessee State University to compete in the first inaugural Atlantic Sun Conference Championship indoor track meet.
"It was a great learning experience for the coaches, runners, and field event people," coach Karen Robichaud said. "We got a glimpse of what the outdoor championship will be like since we will face the same competition. It was a challenge to all because we have never competed on a 320 meter track before so our pacing was a little skewed, and that was represented in our performances."
Although as a team the Bisons and Lady Bisons did not place in the event, there were many personal successes for the Lipscomb participants.
*Danielle Graham finished third in the triple jump with a Lipscomb record 10.96 meters
*Clint Carter won his heat in the 800
*Ruth Mick placed third overall
*Elizabeth Schall won her heat in the 800 meter with a time of 2:19 and placed ninth overall
Among other notable performances were Jordan Wilson and Susan Worden who finished with superior times in the 5 K.
"It was a grueling race, especially since both had competed in the 3 K the day before," Robichaud said.
With the indoor track season now completed, Robichaud is proud of her team and their performances.
"All of the athletes represented our school well," Robichaud said. "I am excited about the implications for the outdoor championship."


text:
Home decor arrives on Capitol Hill Tuesday, when Newell Turner, editor-in-chief of House Beautiful, and Sen. Kay Hagan (D-N.C.) will hold a Washington press conference to encourage consumers to buy American-made home products in order to stimulate the economy and boost job growth.
Though 227,000 jobs were added to the economy in February,according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national unemployment rate still stands at a staggering 8.3 percent. Turner, Hagan and leading members of the furniture manufacturing industry hope to expand the American-made home furnishings business to create more U.S. jobs. Worldwide, home decor is a multibillion-dollar market.
The domestic furniture industry itself is relatively small, but Hagan says it has a notable impact on American jobs, especially in her home state of North Carolina.
"Our state has a rich history in the furniture industry, and I am working to do everything I can to support and keep those jobs here in America," Hagan tells Stylelist Home in an email. "Many Americans buy American products as a way to support our economy as it recovers, and furniture is no exception."
"There's no better time than ever to promote American industries," Turner says. Moreover, he adds, "There's nothing more important than creating a home that makes you feel good and safe."
To strengthen his call for American support of domestic products, Turner is planning to discuss the findings of a new survey conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, which questioned 1,000 adults about their furniture preferences and shopping habits. Some 91 percent of participants said they would choose to buy American-made furniture over products manufactured abroad. However, almost half of those surveyed either had recently bought foreign-made products or were unsure of their purchased item's origin. These findings suggest there is huge potential for growth for the American furniture industry.
With international retailers like IKEA offering competitive low prices, we understand why buyers might still opt for non-American-made products. Plus, international retailers employ a substantial number of U.S. workers. But Turner says there are affordable options made right here in the United States.
Additionally, there is the "strong unquestioning level of quality" of American furniture ensured by federal safety regulations, Turner argues, noting that even the Chinese want American-made furniture "because they know the quality is guaranteed."
If the quality and accessibility of American furniture have not persuaded you, there's also the environment to consider. "From a green perspective, you're lowering the carbon footprint of things," Turner says because U.S.-made furniture doesn't have to travel as far to your home.
Turner's efforts for American-made furniture don't end with the Tuesday press conference. The April issue of House Beautiful features the growing furniture and design sector in Southern California, with brands likeCisco Brothers, Elite Leather and William Haines Designs (the company founded by a former silent movie actor) shipping products across the country.
Although we agree that buying American-made anything is important to our economy, we believe the largest obstacle to buying locally remains the price. Budget is often the single biggest factor when it comes to choosing furniture. So although we may want the gorgeous coffee table handcrafted in California and made with locally harvested wood, if our budget doesn't allow it, we may just stick to our $20 Ikea Lack table ... for now.
Have something to say? Be sure to check out Stylelist Home on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest.


text:
Fascinating Small Bathroom Vanities With Vessel Sinks Pics Decoration Ideas. Captivating Small Bathroom Vanities With Vessel Sinks Pics Ideas. Awesome Modern Bathroom Vanities Ideas With Rectangular Mirror And White Sink Faucet Beside Pot Grey Wall. Cozy Small Bathroom Vanity Sinks Sink Combo Corner For Combination Double Ideas Cheap. Top Small Bathroom Vanities Ideas Home Decorating As Wells Vanities. Modern Bathroom Vanities Designs And Sinks Cfaae. Astonishing Small Bathroom Vanities Ideas Pics Inspiration. Superb Small Bathroom Vanities With Tops Old Country Vanity. Awesome Minimalist Two Tone Wooden Vanity With Modern White Ceramic Top Small Bathroom Sink. Remarkable Small Bathroom Vanities With Drawers Pics Decoration Inspiration. Enchanting Small Bathroom Vanities With Vessel Sinks Photo Ideas. Rustic Small Bathroom Vanities Picture Design. Amazing Mesmerizing Design Ideas Of Small Bathroom Furniture With Black Vanity Sink.
Original Erinn Valencich Bathroom Vanity Beauty S Rend Hgtvcom. Lowes Bathroom Vanity Awesome Black Ikea Vanities Ideas. Captivating Small Bathroom Vanities Ideas Pictures Design Inspiration. Mesmerizing Picture Of At Set Vanities For Small Bathrooms. Fascinating Small Bathroom Vanities With Drawers Images Design Inspiration. Small Bathroom Vanities And Sinks Profitpuppy Bath For Spaces. Rustic Vanities For Bathrooms Ideal Of Ikea Bathroom Vanity With Inch Vanity. Fabulous Bathroom Vanity Top Ideas Hd Image Pictures Ideas. Charming Small Bathroom Vanities Images Pics Decoration Ideas. Original Tracy Black Soulstyle Bathroom Vanity Drawers S Rend Hgtvcom. Original Marian Parsons Dresser Vanity Beauty V Rend Hgtvcom. Style Selections Euro Vanity Espresso Belly Sink Single Bathroom With Vitreous And Corner Lowes. Dp Burgos Contemporary Vanity S Rend Hgtvcom.
Vinton Sienna Vessel Single Sink Bathroom Vanity With Granite Top And Lowes Double Vanity. Cool Small Bathroom Vanities Ideas Pics Ideas. Small Space Bathroom Vanity Ideas With Stylish Black White Cabinets. Marvelous Small Bathroom Vanities Ideas Pictures Ideas. Bathroom Vanities With Linen Cabinet Stunning As Lowes Vanity Double Sink Vanity. Terrific Small Bathroom Vanities With Tops Pictures Decoration Inspiration. Design Diy Bathroom Vanity Wall Mount Oak Natural Wooden Sink Cabinet White Porcelain Using Stainless Steel Double Arch Faucets As Well Large Mirror Frameless. Magnificent Bathroom Vanity Image Of At Decor Vanities For Small Bathrooms. Bedroom Amp Bathroom Etraordinary Vanity Ideas For In Change The Way Looks Your Bathroom. Ci Duravit Blue Bathroom Vanity S Rend Hgtvcom. Bathroom Furniture Vanity Style Cabinets. Interesting Small Bathroom Vanities With Double Sinks Photo Inspiration. Incredible Bosconi Inch White Contemporary Single Bathroom Vanity And Vanities.


text:
Blind Items Revealed
May 29, 2014
This female former A list tweener who still makes music, but thankfully isn't trying to act any longer wouldn't take no for an answer when she was making movies on the female model offspring of A listers. Our A lister finally gave up but not before calling the model a wh*re.
Miley Cyrus/Ireland Baldwin


text:
This is the 2nd time I cook squid. First was Squid Curry. Actually I have no idea how to come out a dish with these squid. Ended up cooking it with onion, ginger, dried chili, garlic and spring onion, which is very similar to Kung Pao style. So, that's why I named it as Kung Pao Squid. :)
Kung Pao Squid 宫保墨鱼
400gm of squid, cleaned
1 stalk of spring onion, separate the white and green portion. Cut into 2" length
5 slices of ginger
half onion, peeled and diced
1 tbsp of chopped garlic
12 dried chilies, soaked in hot water to dehydrate
1 tbsp of glutinous rice wine
cooking oil
1 tbsp of oyster sauce
1 tbsp of light soy sauce
1/2 tsp of dark soy sauce
dashes of white pepper powder
1. Cut the squid body into rings. Marinate the squids with glutinous rice wine for 5 minutes.
2. Heat up oil in a wok. Saute onion, chili and ginger till fragrant. Add garlic.
3. Stir in squids and the white portion of spring onion. Cook for 1 minute. Pour in sauce and stir fry.