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Coast Guard Suspends Search for Three Missing Mariners
The search for three missing mariners was called off on Monday after two towing vessels collided on the Mississippi River at mile marker 123, near Luling, La., Sunday, the U.S. Coast Guard said.Search crews scoured more than 835 nautical miles for approximately 67 hours but were unable to find the three missing mariners, the Coast Guard said.The towing vessel Cooperative Spirit was reportedly transiting upbound on the river when it entered a barge fleeting area and allied with barges before colliding with another towing vessel RC Creppel, causing the RC Creppel to sink and barges to breakaway. Four crew members were missing intially, but one was rescued by nearby vessel.
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From racing scows on the inland lakes of Minnesota to graduating from the United States Merchant Marine Academy to taking the helm of Glosten, Morgan Fanberg has led a 'maritime life.' We caught up with Fanberg in his Seattle office to discuss the path ahead for one of the U.S.' most progressive and respected naval architecture and marine engineering firms.Morgan Fanberg has always been a 'maritime guy,' but his early maritime aspirations centered on racing sailboats. "I went to St. Mary's College of Maryland to race dinghies at a collegiate level but soon realized that racing sailboats was not going to turn into a career," said Fanberg.
Metal Shark Delivers Patrol Boat to San Juan PD
US shipbuilder Metal Shark said it has delivered a new 36-foot welded-aluminum patrol boat to the Policia Municipal de San Juan (San Juan Police Department).The new patrol boat is a 36 Fearless stepped-bottom center console vessel built at Metal Shark's Jeanerette, La. production facility and custom-configured to meet the specialized requirements of its newest Puerto Rican customer. The high performance craft has been equipped with triple 300 HP Suzuki outboard engines and reaches a top speed in excess of 50 knots, the builder said. Other mission-enhancing features include a custom 36" dive door and dive ladder, underwater lighting, twelve dive tank holders, Garmin Radar and FLIR camera.
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Radar confusion and speed cited in ferry groundingWhile the perennial issue of commercial vessel and recreational boat collisions, near misses and allisions with navigational aids are certainly nothing new, in much of the navigable waters of the United States they are typically associated with the warmer weather of late spring, summer and early fall when privately-owned boats abound on the nation's lakes, rivers, bays and sounds.But even after the cabin cruisers, sailboats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are stowed away for the season, those unfortunate encounters between working vessels and private watercraft continue to occur, albeit with less frequency


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SANTA CRUZ — The victim of a brutal 2009 home invasion was convinced he was going to die as he lay on the floor of his home, bound and partially shoved into a closet.
"Death was what I was seeing," the man testified Monday during the trial of Maurice Ainsworth. "I was absolutely sure I was going to die and that my family was going to be killed."
The Sentinel is not identifying the family because they fear for their safety.
Ainsworth, 26, faces dozens of charges stemming from the Summit-area home invasion and his subsequent escape from custody in November 2010. The two cases were consolidated for purposes of the trial. Testimony resumed Monday after a week-long break.
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The homeowner testified that at one point during the March 29, 2009, incident, he tried to grab the gun from one of the robbers.
"Fear and courage took over," he said, explaining how he grabbed for the rifle. "I was trying to take the gun away from him and he was trying to keep it."
He was then tied up and bound, the tape against his mouth initially so taut it restricted his breathing. The robbers loosened his bindings when they came over to ask for his PIN numbers, he said.
They took his wallet, stole his watch off his wrist and wrenched a ring off his finger. They threatened to kill his son and rape his wife if he didn"t give them the correct PIN numbers for his bank accounts.
The two men later moved a heavy chair on top of him, he testified, putting pressure on his chest and making it difficult to breathe.
After the men left, he and his wife called 911, not knowing where their son was at that point and worrying he had been kidnapped.
His wife eventually found their son shoved into an attic crawl space.
The homeowner told detectives that the man with the gun was wearing a mask, and appeared to be a black man of about 6 feet, 5 inches in height, which attorneys have said matches the description of Jyler Raines, who also was charged in the case. The homeowner said he thought the other assailant was about 5 feet, 10 or 11 inches tall, but he said in court Monday that that was just a guess.
Ainsworth is a black man who stands 6 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs about 250 pounds, his attorneys have pointed out.
Ainsworth and Raines were arrested later on March 29, 2009. At the time, Ainsworth possessed jewelry later identified as belonging to the homeowner, deputies testified previously.
The homeowner also testified Monday that on Oct. 5, 2010, days before he and his wife were scheduled to testify against Raines and Ainsworth at trial, they received a letter from the Santa Cruz County Jail. The envelope contained two small newspaper cutouts with the words "memorial service" and "death."
"My understanding was that he was trying to prevent us from testifying," the homeowner said of the letter.
The witness will be back on the stand Tuesday.
Ainsworth was in custody awaiting trial in the home invasion when he broke free from a sheriff"s deputy as she was putting his shackles back on after an MRI procedure at Dominican Hospital. He attacked the deputy, stunning her with her own stun gun and then stealing her gun. His escape set off a five-hour manhunt.
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Actor Anil Kapoor on Thursday announced his debut TV show 24 will go on air on October 4, 2013.
It will be aired on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 pm.
"I can't tell you how nervous I am today. But as we are here to announce, the show 24 will be on air from October 4," he said.
24, the Indian adaptation of American series, retains all the elements of the original.
"I have had a lot of peaks in my career, but there are certain moments that you want to soak in and this is that moment. I feel this is the greatest moment of my life," said the actor.
The entire cast and crew of 24 was present at the press conference, including Anil, Shabana Azmi, Anupam Kher, Tisca Chopra, and Mandira Bedi among others.
"We thought weekend slot should be good. All the working people can come home and watch it. It was a strategy to get both Salman Khan (as Bigg Boss 7 host) and Anil Kapoor back to back," Raj Nayak, the channel's chief executive, told reporters at the press meet here.


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Opinion: Laura Bush: The War for Afghan Women's Rights Isn't Yet Won
Former First Lady Laura Bush on the significant, if fragile, gains made by Afghan women and children, and what the 2014 troop drawdown portends for their future. Photo: Associated Press
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... Bush welcomed the child look takes ... but you can call for a long time in the women's rights ... helping in places from Africa although we read in Afghanistan ... aam when he could speak a little bit about the Afghan Women's project and what you're trying to accomplish this year ... well after September eleventh when the spotlight turned on ... Afghanistan and didn't really brutal treatment of women and children there ... have I became very interested in Afghanistan like the and many many American women ... and so the day and in two thousand to President Bush and President Karzai founded the ... U S Afghan Women's Council ... and it's still going today ... that we're going have a meeting that fitted Georgetown University in November ... but what we wanna do now is figure out the ways American people and especially American when they knew I think feel very ... close to their sisters in Afghanistan ... can continue our support for the and Ansar traipsed Radeon ... will be Afghans are very entrepreneurial are there ways that day we can support their business so there are lots and trading businesses that are going on that were founded many up and buy American and when they knew ... when there to help and in awe lot diet in when you kiss trying to bring Ariel and once they were able to work ... and not just can't get home ... has started their own businesses ... there's a great read making business calls are soo Aer CEU ... I think he can just probably look on the way and Nancy are saving and that he'd order on so you can get ... a small get to twenty five dollars would ... advise that the ramp around for an end in one and an anchor a larger get the two hundred and fifty with by Lulu ... and so they can continue to make grants and make money by selling its ranks ... he and keep their children in school ... and there ... and make sure their children are educated ... there's the American University of Afghanistan which I announced and then found the net when I ... when out on a trip to Afghanistan ... it's the writing here more than a thousand students they are now ... there still are but she Research Center they're in and started to say ... when in center place that women can go to while there ... is still a lot of women are getting degrees that the American University in Afghanistan ... I think you can also look at the when ... our American University in Afghanistan if you want to ever contribute to it ... quite a lot of progress made only modest and I that's what we're doing it the basic Institute We and ... an Afghan women's research project and were documenting ... had the project the real numbers the rails stories of how many girls were in school now ... compared to ... in two thousand won in Alt A therefor two-and-a-half Canadian girls this building extraordinary and there were only about five thousand in France in two thousand won ... so that's great but of course what were worried about is that ... as our troops tried and ... will stop paying attention ... and when in in Afghanistan are also worried the people that I hear from the get letters from women are ... as some of the wind in your part of U S Afghan women's projects ... I hear from and they're very worried and one sweet leaf ... they'll be left ... and that they won't be on their ... success in the stride segment will be reversed and accounting ... it's very worrisome it'll be a really terrible thing that happens ... I'll when Georgia's president agreed that ... the parliamentarian said in parliamentarians came ... to the White House and one woman said this is our only chance ... despite being written into the Constitution down exactly it is in women's rights are guaranteed in the Constitution that ... the people of Afghanistan but they are ... a help Americans will stay in play since they engage


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I love you Philip Morris Press Conference - N West
Today in Cannes, at the 'directors fortnight' showing of his highly anticipated 'gay prison dramedy', Jim explained his motivation for doing the film.
"I've read only a few scripts in my life I felt I had to absolutely do -- 'The Truman Show,' 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind', and 'I Love You Phillip Morris,'"
The true story of Steven Russell, a flamboyant con-man who falls in love with fellow prison inmate Philip Morris, played by Ewen McGregor and makes several jail-break attempts to be with his lover , Jim confessed
'I was compelled by his insane need for acceptance, his relentlessness when it came to wanting love," he said, adding with a grin: "I don't know why they cast me."
"I said to my agent -- I have to do this even if I have to offer to do it for free," "I didn't actually make that offer," he added.
Jim was especially full of praise for the script written by co-writers and first-time directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa , "They told a really risky little story and actually dared to make it romantic."
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CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is in stable condition and spent Monday with his daughters, the cancer-stricken leader's son in law said in an appeal for supporters to ignore rumors about his condition.
Chavez has not been seen in public nor heard from in more than three weeks. The vice president said on Sunday that the 58-year-old was suffering a third set of complications after surgery in Cuba on December 11, his fourth operation in 18 months.
"Compatriots, DON'T believe in ill-intentioned rumors," Science Minister Jorge Arreaza, who is married to Chavez's daughter Rosa Virginia, wrote on Twitter from Havana where they have been at the former soldier's bedside.
"President Chavez spent the day quietly and stable, together with his daughters."
Chavez has not provided details of the cancer that was first diagnosed in June 2011, leading to speculation among Venezuela's 29 million people and criticism from opposition leaders.
Officials have said he suffered unexpected bleeding as result of the complex, six-hour operation on his pelvic area, and that doctors had to fight a respiratory infection, which then caused his latest setback on Sunday.
The government has repeatedly described Chavez's condition as "delicate," warning Venezuelans to prepare for difficult days ahead and urging them to pray for "el Comandante."
The main New Year's Eve party in downtown Caracas was canceled. Instead, the information minister hosted a smaller gathering which featured musicians, speeches and prayers and was dubbed "Now More Than Ever With Chavez."
The president's death or resignation due to illness would upend politics in Venezuela, where his personalized brand of oil-financed socialism has made him a hero to the poor majority but a pariah to critics who call him a dictator.
His condition is also being watched closely around Latin America, especially in other leftist-run nations such as Cuba, Ecuador and Bolivia, which depend on subsidized fuel shipments and other Venezuelan aid for their fragile economies.
In his New Year's message, Bolivian President Evo Morales said the region's leaders were missing Chavez badly.
"We feel that there has been a tremendous absence, especially for the presidents like us who are anti-imperialist and anti-neoliberal," Morales said.
"We are convinced that with the great will of Bolivia's people, all the world's people who pray, who do rituals to Mother Earth for his health, our brother president will be there soon. This is our great wish on the last day of 2012."
Chavez is due to be sworn in again in Venezuela on January 10 after he won re-election in October. But top officials from his ruling Socialist Party (PSUV) have suggested the ceremony could be pushed back if he were unable to return.
For the opposition, any postponement would be just the latest sign that Chavez is not fit to govern and that new elections should be held to choose his replacement.
If Chavez had to step down, new elections would be called within 30 days and his newly named heir apparent, Vice President Nicolas Maduro, would be the PSUV candidate.
Maduro has tried to copy Chavez's bombastic rhetoric in speeches during the president's absence, but he has struggled to replicate Chavez's extraordinary man-of-the-people charisma.
Opposition figures believe they would have a better chance against Maduro than against the president, who for 14 years has appeared almost unbeatable at the ballot box.
Henrique Capriles, the opposition leader who was beaten by Chavez in the presidential election in October, said in a year-end message that Venezuelans needed to unite.
"Everything indicates that 2013 will be a tough year with big changes," he said. "Venezuela has learned a lot in very little time. Today we know the value of union, of agreement, of the need to find common ground and work together to achieve it."
Polls conducted before October's vote - well before Chavez named him as his successor - showed Capriles would beat Maduro.
But it could be a very different story if a new election were to be called now, with the vice president expected to be carried on a wave of emotion from distraught Chavez supporters.
As the New Year approached in Caracas, many PSUV loyalists retweeted a message that read: "In 2012 I cried with Chavez, loved with Chavez, voted for Chavez, laughed with Chavez and prayed for Chavez. In 2013, I will continue to be with Chavez."
Additional reporting by Mario Naranjo and Deisy Buitrago in Caracas, and Daniel Ramos in La Paz; editing by Todd Eastham


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English 47 | Advance Bravely – That was my first kiss! | 盛势 – 势不可挡 Author 柴鸡蛋 – Chai JiDan
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Chapter 47 : That was my first kiss!
Author : Chai Ji Dan – 柴鸡蛋
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Xia Yao – a sergeant in a police statetion, living in a wealthy and well-known family.
Yuan Zong is a veteran of the special forces who has opened a bodyguard training company after being discharged.
Yuan Ru – Yuan Zong's younger sister, fell into Xia Yao's charming, but unable to break up the barriers she had set up, she asked Yuan Zong's help. The first time when Yuan Zong saw Xia Yao, he totally likes Xia Yao.
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Revenue stream to hit flood stage?
-- LeBron James means business. The four-time MVP signed a two-year deal worth $42.1 million with the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst. Under the terms of the contract, James will also have an opt-out after one year to give him flexibility in an uncertain NBA landscape.
Surprised? Don't be. It may seem odd that James, who said in his letter published on SI.com that he wants to retire a Cav, chose to ink a short-term deal with the organization. But the brevity of this deal should be seen as a tactical maneuver to maximize his earning potential, not necessarily an attempt to hold the Cavaliers and its fanbase for ransom.
Times are a-changin' in the NBA. Get ready to hear about the summer of 2016. That's when the two monster deals expire: James', but more importantly, the league's television rights deal.
The TV deal
Teams around the league are preparing for an enormous bump in the salary cap for the 2016-17 season once the league's TV deal expires after the 2015-16 season. Two more seasons of normality and then, boom, open up the floodgates.
The NBA currently receives an annual $938 million as part of its eight-year, $7.5 billion agreement with ESPN/ABC and TNT/Turner that will expire in two years. But early estimates suggest that the annual payout could see an increase of 50 percent or greater to nearly $2 billion. For reference, the previous deal, signed in 2007, saw a 20 percent boost over the previous one.
A rising tide floats all boats. Under the current CBA, James can only receive a max contract pegged to a percentage of the NBA's salary cap. Thus, if the salary cap goes up, so does James' earning potential. The league determines the salary cap by looking at the league's BRI (basketball-related income), which derives a big chunk of its cash from television rights contracts. Bigger TV deal, bigger salary cap, bigger payday for James and the rest of the league's elite looking for max contracts.
But timing is important. Execs around the league say it is unclear whether the new TV deal will be signed in time to see a significant rise in the 2016-17 salary cap. There are more unknowns about how exactly it will be incorporated into the system. Salary caps are determined by revenue projections and if the new TV deal is struck before the expiration date in the summer of 2016, the league will have a pretty good idea where to draw the line for the salary cap the following season. The projections are important because the TV cash won't have to be pocketed in order to establish the new salary cap line.
So how high will the 2016-17 cap be?
It's too early to know for certain, but teams are expecting a monster number. We haven't seen a 10 percent increase in the salary cap since 2005-06. The 2014-15 salary cap rose 7.5 percent from 2013-14 and a league memo sent out earlier this week projects a five percent increase in 2015-16. The recent bumps were new. The salary cap barely moved for five seasons between 2008-09 and 2013-14.
This season's rise of 7.5 percent will seem trivial compared the expected 2016-17 bump. One team's cap expert I spoke with is currently operating under a salary cap projection of $75 million for the 2016-17, which would represent a 13.2 percent bump compared to 2015-16. That's a huge number and it could soar even higher. A jump to $80 million, the number that Windhorst cited, would indicate an enormous 20 percent hike, larger than anything we've seen in the NBA since 1996 when the cap went up 44.7 percent from $15.9 million to $23 million. It's worth pointing out that while the TV deal jumped 20 percent in 2008, the salary cap moved up only 5.5 percent the next season.
In preparation for a much bigger jump, contracts are becoming increasingly shorter in the NBA, which means teams will repeatedly have cap space galore. That's not a good sign if you recently bought a player's jersey. More flexibility for teams may lead to more player movement. Five years ago, it would be absurd to imagine the league's best player signing just a two-year contract in his prime. But that's a reality now.
The 2016 free agency class
You thought the 2014 class boasts star power? Take a peek at 2016.
James is set to join Kevin Durant, Dwight Howard, Joakim Noah and Al Horford along with Chandler Parsons and Mike Conley. That's three of the top four vote-getters in the MVP race -- Durant, James and Noah -- all set to hit free agency at the same time. And don't forget about Kobe Bryant. He'll join the party, too, assuming he doesn't retire. In the event he sticks around, we'll see if the Lakers have enough confidence in him again to offer another gigantic deal when he's about to turn 39 years old.
With all the superstars hitting free agency, the league could undergo a makeover in 2016. Durant could hit free agency for the first time in his career and you can bet that several teams will leave room to lure him away from Oklahoma City. Word from James' camp is that he intends to stay with the Cavs long term despite his two-year deal, but James has now made two unexpected free agency moves in his two opportunities. The possibility, however remote, is there for James and Durant to link up in 2016 either in Cleveland or somewhere else.
Not every team is clearing the deck for 2016. The Knicks just signed Carmelo Anthony to a five-year deal that will hold him under contract through 2018-19. Same goes for the Miami Heat who dedicated a slice of their 2016 cap space to Chris Bosh. However, a $23.9 million salary may seem more reasonable if the salary cap rises to $80 million and a max contract could generate a starting salary as high as $28 million.
The effect of the 2017 CBA
James is also smart to lock in a short-term deal for another reason: the new collective bargaining agreement could change the game in 2017. Both the players union and the league can opt out of the CBA in 2017, which could scramble how contracts work in the NBA. Everything will be on the table.
One drastic change that could make James' decision look brilliant: the elimination of the max contract. As I outlined last week, the max contract has shorted James tens of millions of dollars over his career while also encouraging other stars to link up and build superteams. If limits on player salaries disappear or become more lenient, it's not unreasonable to suggest that James' salary in 2017-18 could range anywhere from $40 to $80 million, depending where the salary cap lands in 2017-18.
However, it's unlikely the players union goes for that. For every million that James adds to his annual paycheck, that's a million that another player doesn't see. And the union doesn't exist just to serve MVP candidates; it represents hundreds of players who could see their salaries plummet with the elimination of max contracts.
This is way down the road, but as you can see with the shorter deals, players and teams are paying close attention to the horizon now. If you thought James played hard-to-get in 2014, just imagine if his salary doubles in a few years.


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DENVER—Fremont County commissioners voted Tuesday to approve a permit for the artist Christo's Over The River project, which involves suspending huge fabric panels from cables over parts of the Arkansas River along U.S. 50.
Christo's team already has federal permission to proceed but still needs permits from Chaffee County, the Colorado Department of Transportation, and eventually the State Patrol.
The team hopes to start construction next year and exhibit Over the River in August 2015 for two weeks before dismantling the project.
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management, in approving the project, has required dozens of measures to mitigate impacts to wildlife, traffic and the environment. Yet opponents say Christo's proposal to suspend 5.9 miles of fabric in certain sections on a 42-mile stretch of the river will still be too disruptive to bighorn sheep in the area, local traffic, and fishing and river rafting businesses.
Rags Over the Arkansas River, which opposes the project, was disappointed with the Fremont County vote but hopeful that two pending lawsuits could still block Christo, spokeswoman Joan Anzelmo said.
"The 2.5-year construction phase is similar to a mining operation. There will be massive amounts of drilling equipment and cranes, 9,000 holes drilled into the canyon," she said. "It's so mind-boggling to think the agencies responsible for protecting wildlife and the good of the public have approved this project."
Fremont County required more than 30 conditions before approving a permit, Christo's team said, including funding costs the county might incur for mitigating road impacts or staffing. Christo didn't think the conditions were onerous.
"We are very happy that the decision was not only positive, but all commissioners voted for the project," said Christo from Denver International Airport. Christo flew to Colorado to be present for the commissioners' vote but was returning home to New York on Tuesday to work on art he will sell to fund his project, whose costs are around $50 million.
Christo and his late-wife, Jeanne-Claude, have said getting approval to erect their projects have been as much a part of their artwork as displaying them.
"The project is not something that happens overnight," Christo said. "It will grow with different points of view for or against the project. It will get people thinking of us, how things look great or not great. All that work to do the project is all our project."
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Over the River: http://www.overtheriverinfo.com
BLM: http://www.blm.gov/co/st/en/fo/rgfo/planning/otr.html
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11 December, 2006
By Abid Mustafa
Barely six years have elapsed since President Bush took office and the much coveted 21st century belongs to America is about to come to an abrupt end. America's pre-eminence in four corners of the world is being challenged by friends and foes alike.
In America's own backyard "Latin America"Venezuelan President Hugo Chᶥz is spear heading a crusade to undermine US interests across the region. He has successfully garnered the support of the leaders of Cuba, Bolivia and Ecuador to propagate his cause. Together they have challenged American supremacy by embarking on a campaign to reclaim oil and gas fields fromwestern companies and put them directly under state control.
Across the Atlantic, Europe smitten by the Iraq war and deeply hostile to the unilateralist agenda of the Bush administration, has at best offered nominal assistance. Rather, given the opportunity the Europeans'notably the French, the Germans and the British have behaved more as foes than American allies. French intransigence in Lebanon, Europe's refusal to commit significant troops to Iraq and Afghanistan, Britain's interference in Palestine, and French and British hostility towards a Darfur settlement have damaged America's standing in the world and eroded her legitimacy.
Russia and China subdued by twenty or so years of American power have reawakened to counter American inspired revolutions sweeping Central Asia. Uzbekistan returned to Moscow's sphere of influence, Kyrgyzstan and Belarus successfully thwarted US backed uprisings; America failed to press home the political gains made in Ukraine, and Georgia witnessed a severe backlash from Russia over its ties with Washington.
Furthermore, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan the minnow states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have become emboldened enough to demand withdrawal of American bases. America's gains in this region almost stand to naught.
Worse still is that the war on terror has inadvertently solidified China's relationship with Russia"undoing years of American strrategic planning" to keep the two erstwhile enemies apart. The China-Russian alliance reinvigorated with economic growth and a common desire to see a bipolar world has spread its tentacles across the globe harming US interests.
Russia unfazed by American threats is equipping Venezuela and Iran with modern weaponry. Chinese energy companies are signing oil deals in places that have traditionally been the preserve of American oil giants. In the Middle East, both Russian and China have taken strong objection to America's position over Iran. On the Korean peninsula, Beijing's unfettered support for Pyongyang has exposed Washington's inability to prevent North Korea from becoming nuclear.
Throughout the Muslim world America's credibility has plummeted to an all-time low. The ferocity of the resistance in Iraq and Afghanistan has broken the back of the US army and forced President Bush to abandon his plans to advance democracy. Bush unable to extricate America from Iraq and Afghanistan has had to revert to the "Truman Doctrine" and seek the help of secular autocracies like Syria, Iran and Pakistan. Instead of reshaping the Muslim world in America's image, the nefarious policies of the Bush administration has Islamised the region, politicised the Muslim masses to awaken from their spiritual slumber and galvanised the Muslim intelligentsia into a powerful force for political Islam" to sum up the last six years" it is suffice to say that America is precipitating the birth of the Caliphate.
After two decades of dominating world affairs, America finds itself at the mercy of her friends and enemies. Graham Fuller former vice chairman of the National Intelligence Council described America's predicament correctly when he wrote in the latest issue of the National Interest, "diverse countries have deployed a multiplicity of strategies and tactics designed to weaken, divert, alter, complicate, limit delay or block the Bush agenda through death by a thousand cuts."
So what happens after America has fallen from its perch as the world's sole super power Europe is too divided to take up the mantle of the leading state. Russia has yet to translate her economic strength into political capital to position herself as the pre-eminent power. Both China and India lack the political will and the experience to affect world politics. For the foreseeable future, both countries will be confined to their respective spheres of influence.
The country that wishes to supplant America must possess a huge population, abundant resources, a universal ideology and the political will to succeed. The most obvious candidate is the Muslim world under the Caliphate, which Bush has often spoken about.


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Take in the sights of Spitsbergen on an unforgettable Arctic trip
This voyage provides the opportunity to experience everything Spitsbergen has to offer, from polar bears and walrus to spectacular scenery. On board, you'll be treated to daily presentations by your Expedition Team and daily wildlife sightings on land. Hike, explore and enjoy the beauty of the Arctic on your visit to Spitsbergen.
- Start
- Oslo, Norway
- Finish
- Oslo, Norway
- Destination
- Norway
- Style
- Peregrine
- Theme
- Polar, Wildlife
- Code
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 8
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 176
Why you'll love this trip
Uncover the incredible landscape of Spitsbergen, from the quirky northernmost city of Longyearbyen and brilliantly blue glaciers like the '14th July Glacier', to stunning fjords and towering mountains and cliffs
Experience the unique and memorable sensation of 24 hours of sunlight
Scour sheets of ice and hopefully be rewarded with unforgettable sightings of the ruler of the Arctic – the Polar Bear
With endless daylight there are also endless wildlife-viewing opportunities – elusive Arctic foxes, breaching whales, lounging masses of walruses, and enchanting seabirds dotted along the cliffs of Alkefjellet
Choose to get even closer to this amazing environment with optional activities like snowshoeing, hiking, and gliding along pristine waters between icebergs in a sea kayak
Is this trip right for you?
As you'd expect, temperatures in the Arctic are very cold. A warm parka will be provided along with waterproof boots and unlimited hot drinks, but you should also bring base layers and lots of warm clothing. Please see the trip notes for further important information about what to bring.
Weather depending, you will be making regular excursions in a Zodiac boat to explore the local area and look for wildlife. It can get very cold and wet on the Zodiac, so make sure you are dressed appropriately and that you keep your camera safe and dry. Sturdy sea legs are needed as you make wet and dry landings from the boat, and on steep terrain, snow and other uneven surfaces. Some ships have a lot of stairs, so please hold on to the handrails if seas are rough.
The weather plays a pivotal part in this adventure and although there's an itinerary in place, there are no guarantees that you'll be able to do everything that is planned for. A level of flexibility and openness to embracing the unexpected are important in expedition travel, especially to such a remote area.
This trip takes places during the time of year that Spitsbergen enjoys 24-hour daylight. Just one of the benefits of this is that incredible wildlife can be seen at any time of the day – be prepared to be woken at any time so as to not miss out on exciting animal sightings.
Polar bears are one of the most incredible and appealing animals on the planet, but they are also powerful predators with little fear of humans. Therefore it's necessary to be aware of the guidelines surrounding any contact with Polar bears. Follow your leader's instructions and do not stray from your group – your leader carries equipment to protect you.
Ocean Adventurer
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Ocean Nova
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World Explorer
Newly built in 2018 and designed specifically with polar cruising in mind, the beautiful World Explorer is one of our newest ships.
Meals IncludedThere are no meals included on this day.
Special InformationPlease make your own way to the joining hotel. Check in time is from 3pm.
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special InformationOn arrival in Longyearbyen, your luggage will be transferred directly to the ship while you enjoy free time.
Due to port logistics, it is possible that you may need to board the vessel by Zodiac, rather than from the pier.
Each expedition presents new opportunities and different weather and ice, so there is no fixed itinerary; however, we do have some favorite destinations, including the 14th of July Glacier, Smeerenburg, Alkefjellet and the Hinlopen Strait. The destinations visited will be selected for optimum wildlife viewing and appreciation of the history and geology of Spitsbergen. Polar bear viewing is almost guaranteed, with Hornsund being one of their preferred hunting areas, and the towering cliffs of Alkefjellet providing many free bird egg meals for both them and the arctic fox.
Poolepynton is great for walrus viewing and photography. Coming across a walrus haul-out is a moment you won't forget. These lumbering giants of the Arctic create quite a noisy scene as each walrus vies for a choice spot of coastline.
If you're itching for a more personal and intimate view of the arctic scenery, then taking an optional kayaking excursion to some of the more isolated pockets of Spitsbergen is highly recommended. Smeerenburg is a great place for an optional snowshoeing excursion, if conditions permit. You can visit a memorial erected in 1906. This historical site honors the whalers who lost their lives in the 17th and 18th centuries while working in extreme arctic conditions.
There is no shortage of natural beauty in Spitsbergen. The tundra can be surprisingly colorful in summer, with wildflowers bursting for a taste of sunshine. Each day, you'll see something new, whether it is a rare bird species, a polar bear on the hunt, or a century-old abandoned hut.
This cliff is a seabird center, where Brünnich's guillemots (thick-billed murres) raise their young. An estimated
100,000 breeding pairs reside in the basalt cliffs. The birds do not build nests; rather, they lay eggs on the bare ledge.
In 1906, His Serene Highness Prince Albert I of
Monaco visited Lilliehöök Glacier to conduct scientific investigations. His great-great-grandson, HSH Albert II, visited the glacier a hundred years later as part of a scientific investigation, this time to further our understanding of the arctic clam, a species that lives for more than a century. The growth rings of a single clam's shell contain evidence of the chemicals encountered by the clam. Scientists can determine the variations of the water's temperature and pollutant content by studying the shell.
Eighteen hundred people inhabit the administrative capital of Svalbard, which is situated on the shore of Isfjorden. The settlement was founded in 1905 by John Munroe Longyear, the majority owner of the Arctic Coal Company of Boston.
HSH Prince Albert I of Monaco, a pioneer of oceanography, led an expedition to Svalbard in 1906. His team used sophisticated photographic techniques to understand the shape and position of several glacier fronts. Monaco Glacier honors the expedition, the prince and the principality over which he reigned.
This is the second-largest island in the entire Svalbard archipelago. The largest glacier in Europe is located on the island, which is a known habitat for reindeer and walrus.
On the western coast, this bay stretches south and east from the Wahlenberg Fjord. This is a typical polar desert, where the "ice bear" (polar bear) can sometimes be seen roaming in search of food.
The following Optional Activities are available to participate in, on some or all of the departures of this itinerary. These must be booked in advance (additional costs apply) and space is limited.
KAYAKING – Our kayaking adventures are the best way to feel at one with the sea. Taken in small groups of maximum 16 people, multiple times per voyage, kayaking adventures are only conducted during calm weather conditions. Kayaking is open to all levels of experience, however kayaking in the polar waters is not suitable for novice kayakers. Beginners interested in kayaking should first take an introductory course prior to the voyage which includes how to do a wet exit. In addition regardless of your experience, we recommend you take part in some kayaking practise prior to the voyage to ensure that you are comfortable on the water in the icy conditions.
SNOWSHOEING - A novel way to experience the beauty of the polar landscape, and discover remote alcoves and hidden valleys. The rewards of walking atop the snow are well worth the effort, as we'll be able to visit new places that may be inaccessible on foot. This traditional means of transport across the snow comes from the indigenous people of North America. While you can appreciate a connection with the past, the snowshoes we use today are much lighter and more forgiving than the old wood-weave snowshoes used during the days of the North American fur trade.
HIKING - Hiking is a great way to appreciate the immense windswept landscapes of the Arctic. The tundra comes alive during the brief arctic summer, with bursts of colour from shrubs and plants that eke out a living in this polar environment. You'll find each hike is different - exploring communities, shorelines or glaciated landscapes, often on the lookout for wildlife. Hiking participation is optional and your Expedition Team will advise you of what levels of activity you can expect prior to each excursion.
Meals Included
- Breakfast (7)
- Lunch (7)
- Dinner (7)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special InformationYour trip comes to an end on arrival at Oslo airport. If you are flying out today, please allow at least 3 hours between our charter arrival and your international departure.
Meals9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
TransportExpedition cruise ship, Zodiac
AccommodationHotel (1 night), Expedition cruise ship (8 nights)
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Important notes
Arctic and Antarctic bookings have an increased deposit requirement of 20% of the full voyage cost (before any discount). The balance is due 120 days before departure.
If a booking is cancelled 120 days or more before departure - the cancellation fee is the full loss of the deposit paid.
If a booking is cancelled between 119 days and departure - the cancellation fee is 100% of the total price of the voyage.
Other fees may apply for air tickets and other arrangements booked in conjunction with a Polar voyage.
Kayaking is available to book on all Arctic voyages except on Icebreakers. Kayaking must be booked prior to departure and incurs an additional cost. Spaces are limited so please enquire at time of booking. Some previous, recent experience is essential. Snowshoeing and hiking is also offered on some itineraries. These activities are at no additional cost and do not need to be pre-booked. See the itinerary for Adventure options available on this voyage.
Your voyage is operated by our sister company, Quark Expeditions. All accommodation and transfer arrangements as listed in the itinerary are also operated by Quark Expeditions or their local representatives.
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(Phoenix, AZ—May 20, 2003) Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard today announced that Arizona has joined with the Federal Trade Commission and other attorneys general in a national effort to thwart fundraising fraud. The effort, called "Operation Phoney Philanthropy", is a joint law enforcement and public education campaign.
Phoney fundraising appeals –– often made over the telephone –– target both consumers and individual business donors. Cases announced today by the FTC cover a range of deceptive tactics to solicit donations. Deceptive badge-related fundraising remains a high profile problem. In this type of deceptive fundraising, telemarketers for groups with names related to law enforcement or fire fighters play on the natural impulse of concerned citizens to support their local protectors. Sometimes telemarketers misrepresent affiliation with local or county police or some other local institution, which the telemarketers falsely claim will benefit from a donation. In one case announced today, the individual defendant is alleged to have created and controlled sham nonprofit corporations with names like "Firefighters' Assistance Foundation" and "Police and Sheriffs' Support Fund" and used those entities to collect millions of dollars in donations from unwitting, generous consumers. Whether it's a badge-related appeal or a solicitation for a children's charity or a veteran's group, phoney fundraisers often misrepresent that donations will go to benefit the donor's local community, or that donations will support particular programs, such as helping homeless veterans. Businesses are often targeted to support worthy-sounding causes, like buying ads in law enforcement journals or purchasing items such as children's activity books to be donated to local hospitals for use by sick children. That was the situation in two of the FTC cases announced today, where generous businesses who thought they were supporting law enforcement or helping sick children were allegedly just supporting for-profit businesses engaged in deception.
"This are particularly egregious scams," said Goddard, "because they prey on people's generosity and good hearts. Charitable contributions are a significant public resource, but the public must be able to trust that the donations will be used as represented."
Goddard commended the many Arizonans who help support the legitimate charities, but urged them to follow some basic rules to avoid fraudulent charity solicitations.
- Never give on impulse. Never give in to high-pressure requests for contributions or donations. Always obtain written information (including annual reports) about the charity before you donate. Always make sure you know how you donation is distributed. Always know how much of your donation will actually go to the charity, itself, versus administrative costs. Legitimate charities will not pressure you for an immediate donation and legitimate charities are happy to give you information about their charity to review and share with neighbors, friends, and family.
- Never give cash. Always know the name, address, and telephone number of the charity. Always make your check payable to the charity, never an individual, and be wary of names closely associated with the name of a well-known charity, using familiar words such as United, American, or National.
- Never give out personal information such as your birth date, social security number, credit card number, or checking account number or any financial information to a solicitor either on the telephone, through the mail, or door-to-door. Always ask for information to be sent to you and always send your donation directly to the organization.
- Never give a donation to a charity that a) offers to take your donation directly from your account such as an automatic debit, b) encourages you to send a donation by courier/overnight express, or c) asks you to wire your donation. Always donate directly to the organization either in person (at an event sponsored by the charity) or donate through the United States Postal Service.
- Never give in to high-pressure or impulse giving. Be wary of appeals to your emotion or heart, especially those included in recent news stories of personal tragedy, property devastation, or patriotism. You can also call the news station for details and verification. While many of us donate to charities for these very reasons, always know the organization or charity before making your donation. Ask for the identification of the fundraiser (name, address, and telephone number). Always ask for proof of how your donation will be used. Always ask for written information. Always call the charity for verification and confirmation of the fundraisers representation of their charity.
- Never give a donation to an organization (charity or fundraiser) that refuses to provide information in writing. Always review all written information before making a donation.
- Always ask the fundraiser if they are a volunteer or a paid fundraiser. Always ask for information in writing of how much the fundraiser will keep of the donations collected and how much will actually go to the charity. Be wary of words like "majority, large, most of, large percent, administrative costs, processing fees, handling, etc."
- Know the difference between "tax deductible" and "tax exempt." Tax deductible means you can deduct your donation on your federal income tax return. Tax exempt means the charity does not have to pay taxes. Even if a charity is tax exempt, your donation may not be tax deductible. If you would like a tax deduction, ask the charity for a receipt stating that your donation is tax deductible. For more information see ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/tmarkg/charity and http://www.give.org/for-donors/about-specific-giving-guidance/ or call 1-877-382-4357 for a brochure.
Thank you again for your generosity and making a difference. For more information about charities and fundraising, I strongly encourage you to contact the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/charityfraud or 1-877-382-4357.
If you have questions or suspicions about a charity or a fundraiser, before donating, please contact the following agencies:
Arizona Attorney General's Office Consumer Information and Complaint
1275 West Washington
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
(602) 542-5763 or 800-352-8431 (In-State toll free)
(520) 628-6504 (Tucson)
www.azag.gov – See Consumer
Better Business Bureau
4428 N. 12th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85014
(602) 264-1727 or 1-877-291-6222
www.ArizonaBBB.org or www.give.org
Arizona Secretary of State
1700 West Washington, Seventh Floor
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
602-542-6670 or 1-800-458-5842 (In-state toll free)
www.sosaz.com – (to see if a charity is registered; This is not a guarantee it is worthy or legitimate)


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In just over 40 years, BMX has become one of the largest youth sports across the world.
It's now a billion-dollar industry, an Olympic sport, and on Saturday, Dec. 1, BMX racing has a new home in Ventura.
After two years of preparation and planning, Ventura BMX Raceway, a USA-BMX-sanctioned race track, will be open to the public at Ventura Community Park on the corner of Kimball and Telephone Roads.
"This is going to be great for the city and should bring in tens of thousands of dollars," said Lea Kozin, owner/operator of Ventura BMX Raceway, a 501(c)(3) organization. "There will be a track shop, a snack bar, and over the next year we'll build a picnic area and host birthday parties."
Developed on a five-acre lot, the track features several jumps, high berms and a rhythm section. Kozin said that over the next few months, they will be building pro sections with parallel and alternate paths.
"We're really excited," said Kozin, who co-owns the cycling apparel company Nema International with her husband, Erick. "It's wonderful to be a part of any project that can give kids a healthy alternative other than getting into trouble. It appeals to kids not interested in traditional sports. Nobody is sitting on the bench; it's a great alternative and the whole family gets behind it."
Kozin estimated there are about 3,000 BMX racers in Ventura County who currently use the tracks in Camarillo and Simi Valley. With Ventura BMX located in a residential neighborhood, the ridership is set to increase, Kozin explained.
Mike Day, a 2008 Olympic BMX Silver Medalist, has helped in the design of the Ventura track and said he'd like to set up coaching clinics at the facility.
"I'll be there riding all the time," said Day. "It's got a little bit of everything to get basic fundamentals down, and a pro section that will be more technical."
Day said that since BMX became an Olympic sport in 2008, its popularity has never been greater, in Ventura County, too. "The more tracks there are, the more people get into it," he said. "It's an Olympic sport and the more kids that do it the more it becomes a good thing."
There are a little more than 280 USA BMX-sanctioned tracks in the country, and Kozin said the Ventura track will be considered for regional and national races, which will bring thousand of visitors to the area.
"We're excited to offer this because it's a recreation that we don't have," said Ventura Parks Manager Nancy O'Connor. "It's trending. It's in the X Games, in the Olympics, and it's exciting."
The project was approved unanimously by the City Council in July 2012. The Council agreed to lease the five-acre lot to the Kozins, with a possible three-year extension option. Because the track was not in the 100-acre park's 2005 master plan, city officials will evaluate its success after the five-year lease. The track, Kozin said, cost Ventura BMX about $60,000 to construct, funded mostly through personal funds, donations and partnerships. The agreement shows that Ventura BMX will pay no rent in the first year. Starting with the second year, the nonprofit will pay 5 percent of its first $50,000 in revenues to the city, 10 percent of the next $50,000, and 12.5 percent of revenue greater than $100,000.
O'Connor said Ventura BMX has agreed not to host races that conflict with swim meets and other events at the park, as parking is already limited.
The grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 1, is at 11 a.m. with free practice, racing at 1:30 p.m. The winter schedule is Wednesdays and Fridays, 4 p.m. to dark. Practice sessions on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon; racing begins at 12:15. Free one-day trials are available to anybody. For prices and more information, visit www.venturabmx.org or call 229-1BMX.


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Choosing headphones is a nightmare. What's slightly strange is that it doesn't really get all that much easier when you have access to dozens of different pairs. Some we test are cheap and work well, some are expensive and work well. Occasionally, we get a pair that don't sound as good as they should, but for the most part anything in the £100+ price range should have a decent enough sound for most use.
Below £100, and things are still very positive, but it's a little harder to be sure you're going to get something you can live with. So the Lindy Cromo IEM-75 earphones - which cost £70, direct from Lindy -have a question mark suspended above them. Are these good enough for the price, and can I get away with buying them instead of that pair that costs £400?
Speaking personally, we think the look of these headphones is the weakest part of them. The design looks grandiose, but it seems to add a lot of weight to the earphones. They are constructed of metal and, visually, look a bit like elongated spaceships that have some rubber earpads suspended under them. The metal design means you'll need to be careful of these in your pocket, if they share with your phone or MP3 player. We've scratched phones this way before, so don't let it happen to you. A faux-leather pouch is supplied to keep the headphones neat, tidy and away from everything else.
The extra weight means that running with these earphones is likely to be less than ideal. We wouldn't say that they fall out too easily in normal use, but then we haven't been jogging either. It's also worth mentioning that the left/right lettering is very hard to read. Eventually you'll learn which earphone is which, but until then, be prepared to do some squinting at tiny black-on-black lettering.
Aside from the earpiece design, everything else is pretty standard. The cable feels decent; it's pretty sturdy, and should stand up to the rigours of day-to-day life for some time. As you would imagine for this price, you can't replace the cable, so once it goes you either have to throw them away or send them back to Lindy.
Three sets of earbuds are provided in the box - the box itself is quite cool too, a sort of outward-folding affair - and the sizes are, predictably, small, medium and large. You need to spend some time working out which ones fit you best, because a solid fit is important for bass transmission and noise isolation.
In terms of comfort, the Cromos are reasonable. Long periods felt fine - upwards of an hour - but longer than that might start to give you an itchy ear. As with any headphones, find the right tips and they'll feel and sound a lot better. These aren't the worst headphones we've worn for comfort, but they're not the best either.
Sound quality
It's interesting comparing these headphones to some other's we've tried. They're a little bit different sounding to some of the more expensive headphones we've tried.
In fact though, the quality of them is actually pretty good. They're flat enough to mean that they shouldn't offend anyone. That might make them a little bit boring if you're looking for a big bass hit, but it also means that they don't distort and present a clear, intelligible sound to your ears. No part of the sound spectrum is overblown, and that means you can enjoy pretty much all music on them.
We gave them a run with some of Plan B's Ill Manors, and thoroughly enjoyed the remixes. The Prodigy version of the sound keeps some control over its normal ridiculous bass with the Lindys, and the Funtcase remix sounds solid, with just enough low end to keep us interested, and good strong vocal.
It's also interesting to note that the Cromos are loud, presumably as a result of being quite easy for un-amplified sources to drive. We like this, and on a recent trip where we couldn't get enough volume out of our Galaxy Note II while watching HD video, they were a lifesaver.
And speaking of video, we have to say that for this, the Lindy Cromos are also quite skilled. The flat response gives you a nice sound for well-balanced audio in TV shows and movies. In fact, we'd go so far as to say it's where these headphones are the most comfortable.
If you're looking for a lot of bass, then these aren't for you, but for a bit of balanced sound, then the Lindy Cromo IEM-75s seem to be bang on the money. We've listened to a decent amount on them, and while they aren't the most exciting, they're a good price and clear-sounding earphones.
Those who like jazz or classical music may enjoy them too, as their flat response makes them ideal for reproducing sound quite naturally. They're also a solid choice for movie and TV viewers who want something to carry around with them.
For £70, these are certainly worthy of consideration. Although in modern terms, that's not a lot of money, we do also think there might be some earphones that cost a bit less and perform similarly. Still, these are solid enough and should please those who buy.


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Interop Las Vegas opens Monday at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center amid a time of accelerating change. Change has been a constant in the technology industry, but the pace of change seems to keep getting faster, as futurist Ray Kurzweil argued in 2001.
Much of the recent change has been driven by IT trends like the shift toward mobile devices, cloud computing, and the networking of everything. That and the need to store petabytes of cat videos, if you'll pardon the pun.
Then there's the fact that software, as Marc Andreessen once put it, is eating the world. In his keynote presentation at the conference, Pat Gelsinger, CEO of VMware, plans to highlight how virtualization and cloud computing have led software-defined datacenters to overshadow hardware-defined facilities, a shift he characterizes as "tectonic."
Alan Hase, Avaya's VP of networking, points to software-defined networking (SDN) as an area of vibrant change. "You'll see more and more vendors focusing on the technology and realizing the potential of software-defined networking," he said in a telephone interview.
Hase says such change has made simplification more important than ever. "IT budgets and staff are being constrained, the level of IT experience in teams is decreasing, but level of complexity of the technology is increasing," he said. "Customers are struggling and looking for solutions that simplify their lives and reduce downtime."
Avaya's Fabric Attach technology, a Best of Interop finalist in the networking category, represents an attempt to meet that need. It allows networks to automatically add end-user devices, such as wireless access points, IP cameras and phones, and non-fabric switches. "Our goal is to continue to simplify how networks are deployed, to make them more resilient, and to drive toward a zero-touch edge," said Hase.
The Best of Interop awards focus on nine categories near and dear to the hearts of IT professionals: Cloud, Datacenter, Management, Mobility, Networking, Performance, SDN, Security, and Storage.
There will be a keynote session on SDN on Wednesday, featuring panelists from Cisco, Dell, and HP. BYOD will get some attention the following day, with in a keynote session featuring representatives from Citrix, HP, and Microsoft. When people bring their own devices to work, companies have to adapt: new policies are required, new applications have to be created, and network architectures have to be re-evaluated -- to handle the cat videos.
These are a few among many issues that will be explored at Interop, which will include for the first time the Cloud Connect Summit and our very own InformationWeek Conference. Now check out some new technology highlights we expect at the show.Thomas Claburn has been writing about business and technology since 1996, for publications such as New Architect, PC Computing, InformationWeek, Salon, Wired, and Ziff Davis Smart Business. Before that, he worked in film and television, having earned a not particularly useful ... View Full Bio


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John Walker (and Granddaughter Paige) back on the Buses January 2006
John Walker (and Granddaughter Paige) back on the Buses January 2006
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This website has no connection with Glasgow City Council. This is an unofficial, non-commercial, hobby website, intended for free research & educational use. The Collection is owned by Ian & Alice Semple, photographs are the copyright of either Ian Semple, Tony Wilson or Geoff Lumb. No copyright infringement is intended where other material is used. If you are the copyright owner of any such material used on this site, please contact me and I will credit your name, or I will of course remove it if desired.
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- Office of Internal Affairs
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- How to File a General Complaint
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- ADA Accessibility/Title IX Complaint (PWD-1164) (DOCX, 33.7 KB)
Complaint Investigation and Resolution
Office of Internal Affairs
It is the policy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to courteously receive and to investigate complaints concerning its policies and employees. TPWD employees should consult the Personnel Manual for further employee guidance.
Any person expressing a desire to file a formal complaint against a TPWD employee or concerning a TPWD action should submit a written complaint to the Executive Office, Office of Internal Affairs. Complainants are urged to use the general Complaint Form PWD-185 (PDF 222.8 KB) (see How to File a Complaint) when filing formal complaints. This form will be used by Internal Affairs staff to record and formalize oral complaints made to the office. If sufficient information to constitute a formal complaint is contained in a written document signed by the complainant, it may be accepted in place of the PWD-185.
The formal complaint should include as much detail as possible regarding the alleged improper action, including reference to the specific TPWD policy, rule, law, or regulation that may have been violated.
Any written complaint received from a non-employee by any TPWD employee will be referred directly to the Office of Internal Affairs.
A person refusing to make a written complaint or who makes an anonymous complaint does not necessarily prevent an investigation from being initiated on the facts provided but does cause the matter to be more difficult to process to an effective conclusion.
Internal Affairs will maintain a complaint log to track the filing and disposition of formal complaints. The complainant and the employee will be given written notification of the outcome of the investigation. If the process is not complete within 90 days, a status notification will be sent to both the complainant and the employee quarterly until the case is closed.
The Director of Human Resources and the appropriate Division Director will review all allegations directly involving employees with the Director of Internal Affairs. The Office of Internal Affairs will normally conduct the investigation if this assessment results in a determination that the allegations, if found to be true, would result in a reasonable likelihood of prosecution that:
- could result in a conviction of an offense under either the Penal Code, or the Parks and Wildlife Code at or above the class B misdemeanor level or
- could result in a conviction under either the Penal Code or the Parks and Wildlife Code at the class C misdemeanor level if that conviction would prevent the continuation of TPWD duties.
Potential convictions under federal criminal statutes will be reviewed under analogous standards.
Special investigations by the Office of Internal Affairs may be authorized by the Executive Director as being in the best interests of TPWD. Generally, this will occur when it appears the presenting circumstances would be best addressed by the special skills of an Internal Affairs investigator rather than a line or general management employee. The Executive Management will be involved in helping to make these decisions to the extent practical and appropriate.
Other complaints filed by non-employees will be forwarded to the appropriate Division Director for a prompt, timely response that appropriately addresses the concerns raised by the citizen.
All complaints of employee misconduct will be courteously received and carefully evaluated to determine whether the allegations are valid or invalid and to determine the appropriate response.
Whenever a complainant or other involved party deliberately gives false information in the complaint or during the course of a formal complaint investigation or other administrative inquiry, this information will be presented to the Directors of Human Resources and Internal Affairs who will evaluate the information presented and make a recommendation to the Senior Directors and/or Executive Director. The recommendation will include suggestions for appropriate response including presentation of the case to the appropriate prosecutor under the appropriate Texas statutes.
A complainant who expresses the desire to withdraw the complaint, specifically saying that he or she has no desire to pursue the complaint further, will be asked to make the request in writing. When a complaint has been withdrawn the Internal Affairs Director shall determine after consultation with the Executive Director whether the investigation should continue.
How to File a Complaint
You can contact the Office of Internal Affairs at:
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Executive Office/Office of Internal Affairs
4200 Smith School Road
Austin, TX 78744
Phone: (512) 389-4748 | for complaints related to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, its employees, or its facilities.
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Tim Murphy will give fans unprecedented access as he coaches the 2012 U.S. open water Olympic Team.
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Tim Murphy, the Ulen-Brooks Endowed Coach for Harvard Men's Swimming and Diving, was named the head coach of the U.S. open water swim team for the 2012 London Olympics on Sept. 1, 2011, and has spent the past 11 months preparing for sports biggest stage. With the Olympics now just weeks away, Murphy will give fans exclusive access to his journey through periodic blog entries posted on GoCrimson.com. Join Murphy, and Olympians Alex Meyer '10 and Haley Anderson, as they set their sights on gold at the 2012 London Olympics.
August 11, 2012 – Race Day
The morning of the men's 10k was another brilliant sunny day in London! The Serpentine was lined with thousands of spectators to watch. Alex's race started just the way we wanted with him swimming easy among the leaders. As the race progressed the pack became more and more condensed before a few of the swimmers and eventual medalists were able to slightly separate themselves from the pack. Alex was just behind the lead pack with a group that became more and more physically challenging to maneuver as the race progressed. In time the banging took its toll and despite a valiant effort Alex finished 10th. Open water racing can be cruel at times but it is part of the competition and part of the Olympics.
It was a very rough day but a very proud day. Behind the feeding pontoon were American flags and signs of support for Alex. An extremely strong showing of Harvard swimming alumni, family, and friends cheered Alex on throughout the race. The Olympic experience was on display at its best.
Alex's finish was not what he had trained and prepared for. His family and friends were there to support him on that day and his finish would not take away from the pride they felt and warmly displayed that day in London. It was built on love, friendship, and respect. They were there for Alex before, during, and after the race. I believe he will remember and appreciate their presence every day for all time. You can measure the time and distance of the race, but you cannot measure or put a price on what happened on August 10, 2012, along the banks of the Serpentine in Hyde Park, in the great city of London.
August 8, 2012 - The Village
The Olympic Village is a fascinating place. We continue to meet both new and old friends from around the world! It has a friendly, supportive, and unique environment full of the most talented athletes on the planet.
The USOC is to be complemented on the tremendous support staff they have for us here in London. We are very well taken care of on every end. We just came out of the FINA technical meeting and all the questions and concerns about the race course are now answered. Open Water is always a bit more challenging because the course and the races are never quite the same. I think this adds to both the difficulty and the beauty of this race.
There were over 200,000 people in Hyde Park watching the Triathlon on Tuesday. Spectators will line the entire 10k course and the overflow can watch the race on two huge big screen TVs set up in the open area of the park. The weather forecast calls for a high of 24 and low of 13 degrees Celsius with partly cloudy skies for both the women's and men's races. The water temp should be around 20 degrees Celsius.
A reminder that the women's race in on Thursday, August 9 and the men's race is Friday, August 10. The start time for both races is noon London time, so plan to get up early to watch it live (5 hours ahead of EST)! I will let you do the math on both.
There is a sense of calm before the storm starting to settle in with the USA open water team. The work is done. Cheers to Haley and Alex on their consistent, focused, and determined preparation and efforts to represent our country with their heart, mind, and soul on race day! They have earned the right to be called Olympians of the 2012 London Games! You never know what will happen on race day, but we do know that we will be just as proud of them when the race is over.
August 5, 2012 – Touching Down
Hello from the Olympic Village.
As we departed Quebec City on Thursday evening the anticipation of finally going to London started to hit home. We left Newark that evening at 10 p.m. at the end of a very long day. As I woke up shortly before landing, some relief started to set in as we touched down at Heathrow Airport.
As soon as we walked off the plane the London hospitality kicked into gear and we were greeted with a big friendly welcome from the Olympic volunteers that was very much appreciated. I must say the volunteers around the city have been fantastic! The people of London have embraced the crowds with their unique humor and truly seem to appreciate the excitement both in and out of the venues. They have been a wonderful host and should be complimented for their efforts to make this a special week for the athletes, guests, and spectators from around the world!
We had great seats and teammates around us as we sat with USA Swimming the last two nights of the swimming competition. AWESOME! Great venue, Olympic records, world records, a Friday night visit from Team USA Basketball, and the USA team spirit was as good as it gets! Could not have asked for more on our first two days in London!
We will get our first opportunity to get on the 10k course Monday, just a couple of days before our races. Time is starting to move a bit faster now. I do want to say how fortunate I am to have a great staff to work with. All our efforts are focused on giving Haley and Alex the support they need to be successful. A couple days left to relax, focus, and then two hours of pure, intense racing before what looks like may be a huge crowd. We will be excited to see our families, friends, and the USA flags waiving in the crowd!!! GO USA!!!
Check out new photos from the Olympic Village.
July 28, 2012 – Final Preparations
I wasn't sure what to expect as we left Quebec City and headed off on our 3 1/2 hour trek to the town of Roberval, a small town on the banks of St. John lake steep in open water history. As we rode into town I started to notice the signs for 58 Anniverse Traversee Internationale Du Lac St-Jean, the week-long celebration that includes a town supper on the street, the 10k event we are participating in, 1k-3k and 5k age group events, and the historical 58th 32k lake crossing. It is a tremendous event embraced by the entire Roberval community and attracts swimmers from all over the world.
Posters with pictures of past champions included American Greta Anderson, seven-time champion John Kinsella, two-time champion Chad Hundeby, and our own Olympic Coach Paul Asmuth who won the 32k crossing of the lake three times. Our American team here includes Olympians Alex Meyer and Haley Anderson, National team members Eva Fabian, Arthur Frayler, Emily Brunnamen, Christine Jennings, and FINA rep Dale Petranec. Alex won his 25k World Championship here in 2010 and the group has fond memories of their trips here. After the race we will return to Lake Beauport for our final preparations before heading over to London.
Like most of you, we will be watching the opening ceremonies on TV. The logistics of our trip made it somewhat impossible for us to be in London so far before our race. We will have the opportunity to walk in the closing ceremonies which will be a special ending to our incredible journey.
Enjoy the photos I have added which include our training camp at Lake Beauport outside of Quebec City, the pool at Laval University, and our time in Roberval. We now have one week left in Canada and two weeks until the Women's Olympic 10k. The days seem to be getting shorter! All our time and thoughts will be devoted to connecting the dots that lead to Hyde Park.
New Photos from Lake Beauport and Laval University.
July 12, 2012 – The Countdown Begins
22 days until we land in London
28 days to the Women's Olympic 10k
29 days to the Men's Olympic 10k
Hello again from the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs! We are going on five weeks of following a very focused and rigorous daily routine. Since coming back from Trials we have hit a nice stride rotating our workouts and adding the endless pool to our morning practice. One of my objectives in preparing Alex is to continually challenge him both physically and mentally by changing the courses and types of workouts we do. Our open water workouts have become the most important and best workouts of the week.
During our stay we have had the opportunity and honor to work out with coach Dave Denniston and the Paralympics Team, coach Dick Shoulberg and Olympic Trials qualifiers of Germantown Academy, coach Mike Doane, the resident National Triathlon Coach, along with his club program Colorado Springs Swim Team. A big shout out to coach Shoulberg for sending us Arthur Fraylor to be Alex's training partner for the next couple of weeks. The workouts have already started to take on a more competitive tone which I enjoy very much.
Today we added to that list and took a trip to the United States Air Force Academy. We headed out to the AFA for our afternoon workout which started with an escorted tour of the base then jumping in with members of the men's and women's team and coach Casey Converse. Did I forget to mention Alex jumping in a full body ice bath after his dry-land workout this morning. Just one more exciting thing he gets to do!
Last week we enjoyed a visit from Alex's dry-land coach, Tad Sayce, of Sayco Performance Athletics to tweak Alex's strength program. Paul Asmuth, Olympic Open Water Coach, also dropped in to help with the team preparation. It was great to have visitors and nice to have them with us for our practices. Both Paul and Tad have played important roles in Alex's preparation.
Our timeline for the remainder of our trip is as follows:
- July 18: Finish at the OTC with a morning workout and head home
- July 19-21: Three days needed with family and friends
- July 21: Hop on a plane to Quebec City for our training camp
- July 24: Head up to Roberval Quebec for a 10k prep race
- July 26: Roberval 10k race and head back to Quebec City
- August 2: Leave Quebec on an overnight flight for London
- August 3: Arrive in London
- August 9: Women's 10k
- August 10: Men's 10k
- August 12: Closing Ceremonies
The Olympic Games are slowly moving in on us but we remain taking things one day at a time. We still have some very important work to do before heading to London. Thank you to all who have reached out to Alex and I to show your support. It is greatly appreciated and a very important part of this journey. We also owe a great deal of gratitude to USA Swimming and the USOC staff for taking good care of us at the OTC.
Also, don't forget to check out photos of Alex's training here!
July 5, 2012 – London Calling
The journey began at the World Championships outside of Shanghai in July of 2011 where Alex Meyer was named as the first Olympian for Team USA. It has been a long, interesting, and at times challenging journey up to this point.
Fast forward to June 3, 2012 when I departed Boston for Portugal to coach and watch a tremendous battle for the last Open Water spot for London. Haley Anderson from USC finished first and earned her spot on the team. I left Portugal a week later to meet up with Alex in Colorado Springs at the Olympic Training Center to continue our preparations for London. After a couple of weeks of mixing workouts in the 50m pool, outside 25yd pool, and several trips to our open water spot in Chatfield State Park just south of Denver, we headed to Omaha to catch the final 3 days of the Olympic Trials.
Our journey's last leg started to come alive as Alex was introduced as a member of the London Olympic Team in front of a packed house in Omaha on Saturday evening. We finished up on Monday night with a send-off for the entire team and staff from families, friends, and spectators to conclude a tremendous week for the great sport of swimming.
The 8 day competition included the following highlights:
- 49 athletes will represent USA in swimming (26 women and 23 men)
- 22 of those athletes are first time Olympians
- 28 different club programs are represented on the Olympic Team
- US Swimming Olympic Trials was a must watch and the most watched TV during the week as 167,048 spectators tuned in
Tuesday morning I watched Alex jump into the water for the Olympic Team's first practice together, followed by a team breakfast and encouraging words from Head Coaches Greg Troy and Terri McKeever, National Team Director Frank Bush, and Executive Director of USA Swimming Chuck Weilgus. We have since returned to Colorado to catch our breath, refocus, and continue preparation for London. Two more weeks in the altitude and a daily routine of eating, practice, dry-land, eating, resting, practice, eating and then sleeping to prepare for the next day of more of the same.
London is calling!!!


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This plugin adds ObjectPath support to Propel (1.5+).
This syntax makes it very easy to do sorting and filtering on foreign fields.
ObjectPaths are dot-seperated relation-names that relate from one object to another and this behavior translates the objectPaths to table-aliasses.
So a very simple ObjectPath from City to Country is simply "Country" and from Country to City it would be "City": In other words the relation-name.
However ObjectPaths support dots to 'jump' from object to object. So for example from Review to Book to Author would be "Book.Author".
In Php-code this shows up as:
$query = new ReviewQuery(); $reviews = $query-> joinByObjectPath('Book.Author')-> orderBy('Book.Author.FirstName', Criteria::ASC)-> find();
to find all reviews, joined with their Books, joined with their Authors.
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To install this plugin you need to checkout this code in your symfony plugins folder under
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propel.behavior.object_path.class = plugins.sfPropelObjectPathBehaviorPlugin.lib.ObjectPathBehavior
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propel.behavior.default = symfony,symfony_i18n,object_path
now rebuild your model and you are good to go!
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In some businesses, advertising can be an important and integral part of its activity. Having said this, advertising can be very costly and many small businesses just can't afford it, hence they often tend to ignore this side of the business.
However, it is like insurance, even if you can't afford it, but you cannot ever afford not to have it. As someone has wisely said, "When business is good it pays to advertise, when business is bad you've got to advertise."
However, considering the limited resources which small business owner usually have, an ideal advertising should be focussed on results and should be cost effective.
Keys Steps
Some people call publicity "free," but it is something you must earn by doing something creative, innovative or newsworthy. Often, publicity is better than paid advertising because it is noticed by more people and is not considered "hype."
Here are some key points that can derive cost effective advertising and promotion of the business.
Disseminate a press release on timely basis:
(Disseminate press release whenever any of the following developments happen.)
- An employee is promoted, retires or a new hire at the top level of the company's management.
- When a new product or service is launched or introduced in the market.
- Your business anniversary.
- You present an employee an award, such as Employee of the Month/quarter or Year.
- Your business has a VIP visitor; whether a public figure or someone related to your business field.
- Your business sponsors or is involved with an important community event.
- If you have a satisfied customer.
Host an Event or Participate in Events
Even if the business is a local restaurant, eatable shop, bakery, healthcare clinic or any other point of sales driven business, participation in local events is really important.
- Have a clinic where a professional or specialist related to a product or service you provide comes and repairs, demonstrates or talks to people. A sports store may host a reel clinic, An appliance store my host a clinic showing how to cook an entire meal with the microwave.
- Provide a free health screening where Registered Nurses check blood pressure.
- Offer free popcorn or coffee. A lot of hardware stores offer free popcorn every day. It's inexpensive and people love it.
Volunteering for a local/social cause
- Serve on a community board or committee.
- Help plan, raise money or work in the annual parade or local fair.
Local Advertising
Place paid ads when and wherever you can afford it. Talk about your business, promote it. Make other people want to talk about your business.
Word-of-mouth is still one of the best methods of advertising your business.
Don't forget business cards, signs, billboards. There are many good printers who can provide affordable printing. You can also do it yourself on your computer.