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Google defends privacy policy to European watchdog
Web search giant Google Inc defended its new privacy policy as lawful and cited measures to educate users about it, in a letter sent on Thursday to French data protection regulators investigating its approach.business Updated: Apr 06, 2012 13:42 IST
Web search giant Google Inc defended its new privacy policy as lawful and cited measures to educate users about it, in a letter sent on Thursday to French data protection regulators investigating its approach.
Google sent responses to half of the questions asked by France's Commission Nationale de l'Informatique (CNIL) about three weeks ago in the form of an 18-page letter and a lengthy annex. It will provide the rest by April 15.
The CNIL will then analyze the responses in its role as leader of the investigation on behalf of data protection regulators in Europe's 27 member states. The CNIL has already said it has "strong doubts" that Google's new approach to privacy complies with European law.
The French data protection watchdog in March asked Google to explain what it will do with user data it collects, how long it will store it and whether it will be linked to the person's real identity, as well as the legal justification for its approach.
Jacob Kohnstamm, who heads the Netherlands' data protection authority and the pan-European advisory body that gathers all such regulators, told Reuters that the investigation could lead Google to face a range of sanctions.
The CNIL can either issue an administrative caution, giving the company anything from a week to a few months to rectify its actions, or impose an outright fine, Kohnstamm said, explaining that many countries in the EU approach breaches differently.
Google's global privacy counsel Peter Fleischer said in his letter to the CNIL that the company was committed to providing users with comprehensive privacy information and willing to meet European regulators to explain its approach.
"We are convinced that the overall package of our privacy notices respects completely the requirements of European data protection law," wrote Fleischer.
Google said in January it was simplifying its privacy policy, consolidating 60 guidelines into a single one that will apply for all its services, including YouTube, Gmail and its social network Google+.
The U.S. company also said it will pool data it collects on individual users across its services, allowing it to better tailor search results and improve service.
Users cannot opt out of the new policy, which took effect in early March, if they want to continue using Google's services.
The debate over data privacy comes at a delicate time for Google, whose business model is based on giving away free search, email, and other services while making money by selling user-targeted advertising.
It is already being investigated by the EU's competition authority over how it ranks search results and whether it favors its own products over rival services. EU Competition Commissioner Joaquin Almunia said last month he would decide whether to formally charge Google after Easter on April 8 or drop the investigation which began in 2010.
The European Union is also in the process of writing a new law to tighten data protection online, which includes creating a so-called right to be forgotten. That would allow people under some circumstances to request the removal of data they had submitted or posted on websites.
Among the issues the CNIL raised in its questions was whether Google will track people using mapping, search their smartphones, or use facial recognition technology on users' photos.
In the first batch of responses to the CNIL, Google said that it did gather and process location data on its users when they used services such as Google Maps and social network Google+ but that it was on an opt-in basis.
"We are not collecting any new or additional information under the updated Privacy Policy. Nor are we changing the strong protections that we provide for location information," Google said in its letter.
As for the facial recognition feature, dubbed 'Find my Face', Google said it was purely optional and users of the social network can easily turn it off.
CNIL also asked 21 out of its 69 questions about Google's plans to share the data it collects on users across its services, but Google has not yet responded to them.
The tussle is set to continue as the two sides trade barbs via public letters.
"We find it disappointing that some regulators publicly express doubts of lawfulness without having accorded us any chance to engage on the issues of concern," the group wrote, adding that it had given pre-briefings to 18 regulators.
Kohnstamm, the Dutch data protection chief, hit back saying it was not his job to host "a cup of tea and a chat" for companies. "I am not going to give advice to Google and do so on taxpayers' money," he said.
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"I am particularly satisfied with the agreement reached between the Parliament and the Council. It is a significant step towards improved prevention of maritime accidents and increased accountability of all the operators in the sector", said Commission Vice-President Tajani. "This package complements and updates existing EU legislation and comes as a strong response to the growing concerns of our citizens," he added.
With this package, the European Union will have a completely overhauled system for monitoring vessels in its ports. This system will allow a more frequent and systematic inspection of vessels that pose a risk. It will also make it possible to definitively ban the worst of them from European ports.
The provisions on granting European recognition to the competent bodies for certifying vessels on behalf of the Member States will be strengthened. More rigorous standards will govern the work carried out by classification groups. These standards will be accompanied by a system of financial penalties and a certification body for their quality control systems.
The instruments for monitoring traffic along European coasts will be improved. The SafeSeaNet system will henceforth be the sole medium for all electronic exchanges of maritime data between the Member States. A European centre for long-distance vessel monitoring will be set up. Fishing vessels will be better protected from collisions. The power to make independent decisions on the accommodation of ships in distress in places of refuge will be guaranteed.
Independence will also be ensured for investigations following accidents. A common method of investigation and the creation of a solid database will make it possible to draw on the lessons learnt from experience to prevent future accidents.
Preventing accidents is also, and above all, the responsibility of the vessels' flag authorities. These authorities should be audited in accordance with the model approved by the International Maritime Organisation and should hold a quality certificate.
All vessels calling at European ports must be insured. This insurance must be at the maximum levels for limited liability, those set by the 1996 Convention of the International Maritime Organisation on the Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims (LLMC). Even if this convention does not cover more than 20% of the world's fleet today, all vessels entering our ports must comply with this rule.
Lastly, the liability and insurance system provided for in an international convention on personal damages approved by the International Maritime Organisation (the Athens Convention relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea) is enshrined in European law. This means there will be adequate and equal protection for all citizens making international journeys in four years at the latest. Moreover, this protection will be progressively extended to cover travel within one single country.


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Lament for Sir James MacDonald of the Isles (Charles MacArthur)
Lament for Sir James MacDonald of the Isles (Charles MacArthur)
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Looking for something to do this weekend? You can observe Banned Books Week or head to the theater to see "Moneyball" or "Dolphin Tale." We've got more suggestions, too. If you know of any big local events, please share!
1. Saturday kicks off Banned Books Week (which runs through Oct. 1). Libraries across the country are observing the day by celebrating our freedom to read what we want, and if you're feeling photogenic, you can even enter a YouTube contest. Check out http://www.bannedbooksweek.org/ for more information on the contest, and contact your local library or bookstore for any event information.
2. The big movies opening this week are "Moneyball," rated PG-13, a movie starring Brad Pitt, Robin Wright and Jonah Hill that is based on Billy Beane and the Oakland A's; and "Dolphin Tale," PG, starring Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd and Harry Connick Jr.
3. Saturday is National Museum Day. Participating museums across the country are offering free access for families. Call your local museums or check out http://www.familyfriendlyfrugality.com/2011/09/national-museum-day-september-24th-free-admission-into-participating-museums/ for more information.
4. Saturday is National Punctuation Day, a day designed to get people thinking about punctuation and grammar. Some places might be holding events in conjunction with Banned Books Week, so check the newspaper for listings. Or you can simply play some word games at home ("Word Sweep" is a great one, though it doesn't involved punctuation).
5. Once again, there is a lot of sports action this weekend: NASCAR's Chase, NFL football, college football, baseball, soccer and more. Check your newspaper for TV times.
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Just in time for the holidays, a toy safety group has released its list annual list of unsafe, it labels as the "10 Worst Toy" list.
Hoping to help as many "Ralphie Parkers" in America avoid poking an eye out or worse, World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (WATCH) details toys that have a potential to hurt kids, whether it be "due to poor design, manufacturing and marketing practices.
"There are toys available for purchase today with the potential to lead to serious injury and even death," said WATCH in a press release. The group said it "urges parents and caregivers to take precautions when buying toys" during holiday shopping, which accounts for 65 percent of all annual toy sales.
Toymakers took issue with the list, maintaining their top priority is providing safe and fun toys for children. None of the toys on the list have reportedly been recalled nor have any been subject to safety testing.
"The toy community remains steadfast in its year-round commitment to creating safe toys and games that bring joy and learning to children all over the world," said Steve Pasierb, CEO of the Toy Industry Association in a statement. "All toys sold in the U.S. are highly regulated 365 days a year by the federal government and must meet more than 100 safety requirements."
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I Love Me Necklace
I Love Me Necklace
Say anything you want and wear it proudly. I used wire to handcraft the word plate in this design. I measured, curved, and bent every single letter, assuring that they were all as uniform and evenly spaced out as possible. After I was done with the word plate, I started on the clasp. For this, I cut two pieces of wire and hand-formed both clasp components. I filed one end of each component smooth and flat in order for it to fit, flushly, against the rest of the component and prepared them to be successfully soldered. I, then, used my fire torch and soldered them closed. Once the word plate and clasp were made, I tumbled the pieces, for a substantial amount of time, until the perfect amount of strength and additional shine were reached. Once I was done with the tumbling process, I cut two identical lengths of chain and attached them to either side of the word plate by wire-wrapping them together. I, then, attached the clasp to the ends of the chain, also, by wire-wrapping them together. I finished the design off by adding a dainty logo tag.
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In order to show their maximum detail, all necklaces are photographed at close-up range. Therefore, they may seem larger than they actually are. Please refer to item description above for size details.
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Super Snow Enigma
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Super Snow Enigma
The Super Snow Enigmas have white bodies with black speckles and solid black eyes. The Super Snow Enigmas were first produced by JMG Reptiles in 2007. Genetically, the Super Snow Enigmas are a combination of a homozygous incomplete dominant trait Super Snow and a dominant trait Enigma.
This is a Super Snow Enigma (Baronak).
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- Galewood, Jeff Sr., Jeff Galewood Jr. "Super Snow Enigma." JMG Reptile. <http://www.jmgreptile.com>.


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MOUNT OLIVE � The Free Will Baptist Historical Collection at Mount Olive College, the most comprehensive assortment of FWB items anywhere, has recently garnered another significant addition.
The great-great-great granddaughters of Whitfield Grady; Susan Glover of Kinston; Barbara Novicki, Francis Gooden, and Nancy Satterfield, all of Goldsboro, recently donated some of Grady�s personal papers to the collection. Although not members of the FWB denomination, the sisters understood that the papers could provide invaluable insight and history into the FWB movement and local family history.
The documents received pertain to a group of area FWB and Baptist churches. The papers range in date from 1832 through the late 1870�s, and contain letters between the �sister churches� of Rilyes Creek in New Hanover County; Prospect in Duplin County; Limestone in Duplin County; Indian Springs in Wayne County; and Pleasant Grove in Lenoir County.
Other documents, like church minutes and correspondences, explain a meeting held to develop the constitution of a �regular Baptist� church, where Grady was named church clerk and James Madison Spence was named a deacon.
Years later, the Grady and Spence lines became entwined when descendants of both men married. Today, the house that Grady built in 1836 still stands in Lenoir County, and is another living piece of history remaining from that time period. It has stayed with the family and is currently owned by a descendent.
FWB Historical Collection Curator Gary Barefoot said, �These papers are some of the most important documents we have received in the last few years. The papers allow local Free Will Baptists to look into the history of their faith and their families. Listed among the minutes are many local names that can most likely be traced to several families in the area.�
The Free Will Baptist Historical Collection is located on the top floor of Moye Library on the campus of Mount Olive College. It contains over 15,000 items concerning the FWB denomination.
�The goal of the Collection is to acquire, organize, and preserve historical source materials related to Free Will Baptists and related denominations, including but not restricted to: manuscripts, personal papers of denominational personages, published and unpublished writings, minutes, treatises, photographs, pamphlets, bulletins, films, tapes, electronic media, and memorabilia,� Barefoot said.
Haynes earns doctoral degree
William Carl Haynes, formerly of Kinston, has been awarded the degree of Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from Wheaton College Graduate School in Wheaton, Ill. He also holds a B.S. in Psychology (2005) from Liberty University, Lynchburg, Va., an M.A. in Professional Counseling (2008) from Liberty and an MA in Theological Studies (2012) from Wheaton College Graduate School.
Dr. Haynes completed a residency in clinical psychology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in June, and is currently a postdoctoral fellow at The Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute, an academic affiliate of Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center.
He is the son of Dr. Carl Lewis Haynes Jr. and Beverly Barnes Haynes of Kinston. He was home educated in kindergarten through 12th grade.


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My primary ballot picks
Here are my picks in the order they appeared on my ballot: (I am voting for all running unopposed but will not mention them below.)
Governor: Scott Walker
Scott walker has run a very positive campaign, I think. His ads were upbeat and almost had an Andy of Mayberry quality to them. His latest ad, holding Neumann's feet to the fire for his vote for a pork laden transportation bill while in Congress was more pointed however.
Walker rally made political hay, ad gained national attention
Should Mark Neumann prevail, I will hold my nose and vote for him in November, but I do not like how he has run his campaign. His latest ad about career politicians going negative is absurd considering he was the first to go negative and only recently reinvented himself as the kinder, gentler Mark Neumann. Now he seems to be back in negative mode. In addition, I have a problem with a candidate who chides government spending but owns a business that benefits from government subsidies on green technology. Hopefully I will not have to hold my nose in November. Mark Neumann opposes Vermont-style concealed carry!
Lieutenant Governor: Rebecca Kleefisch I also think Dave Ross would be a good choice, but it does not seem he has campaigned much down here--at least nothing has come to my mailbox.
Lt. Gov. candidate Rebecca Kleefisch on Fox & Friends
More concerned what Brett Davis DID than what Lt. Gov. does
State Treasurer: I have not settled on a candidate. It is not an office I have followed, so I will leave it blank. (I do not vote for people I do not know anything about.) FYI, Randy Melchert picked Scott Feldt.
United States Senate: Ron Johnson If you remember, I urged people to call up Ron to encourage him to run for Senate back in April. In one early conversation with him, I think he joked I was his first fan. He has done well in his campaign and will do well for us in Washington.
Ron Johnson, Feingold virtually tied in poll" November can't come fast enough!
Ron Johnson enters US Senate race
Ron Johnson would be my ideal candidate
David Westlake should run for a state office if he is interested in serving. He is a good conservative voice and would be a good representative at the state level.
Representative to the Assembly District 14: Dale Kooyenga Dale Kooyenga is a solid conservative and will serve us well in Madison. He has run a very energetic, organized campaign from what I can see and is spot on on the issues that matter to me.
Wisconsin 14th Assembly Forum tonight in Tosa with Kooyenga, Coon, Maurer...
Waukesha County Sheriff: Daniel Trawicki I voted for Dan. He is endorsed by many legislators that I admire, such as Leah Vukmir. I was wary of his opponent, Tom Alioto, who was off of work for over a year due to a "hostile environment". How would he manage a larger department? I stuck with Trawicki.
Check fellow Conservative blogger Randy Melchert for more races (including Congressional races in other districts) and his insights: Randy's September 14th Wisconsin Republican Primary Voter Guide
His blog stated he would have State Senate and Assembly picks in the near future.
More past posts: Wisconsin's primary is 3 weeks away, who are you voting for?
To Do List: Email Aldermen & Mayor re: Brookfield train station, Walker rally in 3rd Ward
Brookfield District 7 residents, remember you now vote at St. Luke's Church on Greenfield and Davidson.
Links: Practically Speaking, Betterbrookfield, RandyMelchert, Jay Weber, Vicki McKenna, The Right View Wisconsin, CNS News, Mark Levin, Breitbart BigGovernment, The Heritage Foundation
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Companies Grow Weary of XBRL
Corporate finance departments are growing more frustrated with rules that require them to put computer-readable data tags on each item in their financial statements, as they say the effort has not proven useful internally or among the financial analysts and investors it is supposed to benefit.
Regulators have required companies to tag their data with eXtensible Business Reporting Language, or XBRL, since 2009, and some companies did so earlier than that. But despite promises that the computer language would usher companies into a more technical era, corporate controllers say it's been slow to catch on and are increasingly raising the issue with market regulators.
"This is something we need to comply with," Nick Cyprus, controller and chief accounting officer at General Motorsid at a Financial Executives International conference in New York on Tuesday. "This isn't something we find useful. This isn't something I've heard my (financial) analysts saying is useful."
When Cyprus asked a panel of corporate controllers at the conference whether they were getting any value out of XBRL, the hotel ballroom full of corporate finance professionals erupted into laughter.
Controllers from Best Buy Johnson & Johnson and McCormick and Co. all said they were not seeing any benefits from using the data tags. One of the top complaints from corporate finance departments was that they are forced to spend a lot of time applying XBRL tags to their data even though they already have more robust internal data systems in place.
"I do think the regulators thought that most companies would eventually use this data tagging internally, but we see absolutely no use for it, and it's just redundant to what we already have," Stephen Cosgrove, corporate controller at Johnson & Johnson said on the panel.
Companies are also increasingly raising their complaints with U.S. regulators that require them to tag their data. The Securities and Exchange Commission under Christopher Cox had largely led the effort to get companies to use the data tags.
"A number of people have come in and talked to us about some of the challenges they've been facing with XBRL and the usefulness and whether investors are really using it," said Paul Beswick, acting chief accountant at the SEC said at the conference on Tuesday. "We certainly understand there are some frustrations." He said the agency's economic analysis group that oversees XBRL efforts has found that data aggregator companies that feed information into investment bank data are using XBRL information and do find it helpful. Still, the agency is also hearing from companies who don't see a lot of benefit from the tags.
The SEC is continuing to think about the topic, but needs more ideas about how companies might be able to reduce "the level of effort" in a way that allows investors, regulators and financial statement users to still get the benefits of the tagged data, Beswick said.


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Walmart has a heart for helping customers save money and live better – and healthier – lives. The retailer is now inviting customers to Walmart Wellness Day, where they can get free health services and resources, including information on better heart health.
Timucuan Parks Foundation is looking for volunteers to join them for International Coastal Cleanup Day on Sept. 21.
The Jacksonville Children's Chorus kicks off their 25thAnniversary Season as its performance choirs take to the stage performing Southern-inspired music along with guest artist Violet Bell, a duo performing music inspired from folk, soul, and bluegrass music.
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Cook the Book: 'Masala Farm'
Moving from the big city to the country is bound to be a big adjustment for just about anyone but if you're an Indian-born NYC chef, the experience will be all the more thrilling, hilarious, and tasty.
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This week's Cook the Book, Masala Farm is the story of Suvir Saran's move from Manhattan to American Masala, his 67-acre farm upstate.
Some might recall Saran from his appearance on Top Chef Masters; others might be familiar with Devi, his Michelin starred restaurant in New York. If you've never heard of him, you'll be well-acquainted with his recipes and stories after reading Masala Farm.
It would be easy to lump Masala Farm in with all of the other the farm-to-table cookbooks but it is Saran's roots in Indian cuisine that set this one apart. Ingredients are farm-fresh and locally sourced but the flavor palate is decidedly Indian, bringing an air of excitement to the recipes and setting them apart in a way that's both familiar and exotic.
This week we're heading out to the country with recipes from Masala Farm, cooking up Shrimp and Sweet Corn Curry and Black-Eyed Pea Curry crisping up Farro and Mushroom Burgers and sharing a recipe for Juicy Turkey-Cheddar Burgers that will forever change your mind about the beefless burger.
Win 'Masala Farm'
Thanks to the generous folks over at Chronicle Books, we are giving away five (5) copies of Masala Farm this week.
All you have to do is tell us about a place in the country where you had an amazing meal in the comments section below.


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Todd Tomlinson needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 45 designs submitted by 20 freelance designers.
We're launching a new company focused on web CMS implementation services and creative web design. Looking for a logo that portrays an image of creativity. New company is called aHa Consulting -- where "a Ha" meant to be that moment when people see the solution to their problems. Although the image of a lightbulb often relates to the moment you get an idea -- we don't want a lightbulb in the logo.
aHa Consulting -- or aHa! Consulting
We are merging with another consulting company and will be focused on web content management solution implementations (e.g., Drupal, Joomla). Our target clients will be those who are looking to revolutionize their website and also implement a CMS so they can self-author/publish content. Our existing sites are http://www.lighthousetechnologygroup.com and http://www.fenwaytech.com - Lighthouse is closest to what we're targeting. We want to portray forward thinking, out of the box thinking, creativity, bright ideas, that "A Ha! I get it" feeling. We are also looking for our winning designer to participate as a part of our team on several deals that we have in the works - so there will be follow on work for those who demonstrate outstanding quality, creativity and imagination
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- Something that looks like you used clip art from one of the online logo clubs
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WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) Devon Moore scored 19 points and Rayshawn Goins posted a double-double to help James Madison complete the season sweep of UNC Wilmington, defeating the Seahawks 63-56 Monday in Colonial Athletic Association play.
Goins and Andre Nation each finished with 11 points. Goins added 12 boards for James Madison, which tallied a 42-30 rebounding advantage.
Enoch Hood broke open a 42-42 tie with a jumper, sparking an 11-4 run for the Dukes. Moore capped the spurt with a 3-pointer to give James Madison (12-10, 6-3) the lead for good, 53-46.
The Dukes shot 52.4 percent (11 of 21) and made 12 free throws in the second half after shooting 32.4 percent (11 of 34) and making three shots from the stripe in the opening stanza.
Keith Rendleman led UNC Wilmington (8-12, 3-5) with 20 points and 13 rebounds but the Seahawks made just 21 of 53 shot attempts.


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Friday Favs
Welp, it's Friday. Time for Jen's Favorite Quick Laughs of the Week!
(See, if I capitalize it that makes it all official-like.)
I call this one, "'Cuz McDonalds is hiring."
I don't want to eat them; I just want to order a couple. Loudly.
Anyone else having Roger Rabbit flashbacks?
(On the plus side, now she qualifies for flat-rate shipping!)
"When A Farewell Turns Curiously Personal"
Wreck or no? Me, I could go either way.
Have you heard? "Death by Chocolate" is so last week.
The newest trend in desserts is "Death by Giant Ice Cream Cone."
Now we just need a man biscuit topped with a chocolate piano.
"Mischief Managed"
Best. Wedding display. Ever.
Thanks to Jessica P., Sam D., Julie R., Karen B., Letty B., & Jennifer C. for putting the backwards "YA!" in "Friday."


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Sometimes, I come across info I want to share to you but am afraid to because I think it will be a big fat jinx. Jinxes are ridiculous, but I bet you know how I feel. Today, with trepidation, I err on the site of full disclosure.
The other day, I noticed that Brian Burke's very interesting website Advanced NFL Stats has had the Texans ranked #1 for the last two weeks with their "advanced" statistical method. "Advanced" defined by the site means, "real statistical methods–regression, tests of significance, game theory, simulation and other advanced techniques." You might say well, how can these numbers be advanced if they rank the Texans #1 despite losing three games? He's focusing on factors that predict winning FUTURE games.
I found the #1 Texans ranking over let's say the Packers curious, so I asked Brian about it, and this was his response:
The reason the Texans are rated ahead of the Packers is primarily due to their respective defense. Their net defensive pass efficiency is 5.3 Net YPA, 4th best in the league behind BAL, DET, and PIT. GB's is 7.0 net YPA, 8th worst in the league. Yes, GB's offense is scorching hot, but the differences in the two team's respective defenses is larger than the differences between their offenses.
Also, HOU has so far had a slightly tougher strength of schedule than GB.
The numbers liked HOU's offensive performance against JAX last week. JAX has a very good and underrated pass defense. HOU has been able to sustain solid offensive output without Andre Johnson in the lineup, except against BAL.
We've got HOU winning the AFC South with a 92% probability right now. They've got a 95% chance of making the playoffs overall and a 57% chance of getting a 1st round bye. They're finally going to do it.
According to their numbers, the Texans have the highest probability of going to the playoff of any team.
I put these numbers up today because who knows if they stay this way after the game. Will say that they are similar to what a lot of what the number people are saying. That's what happens when you have credible offense, defense and special teams. But like most NFL teams, the wins are precarious. The Texans, like other teams, have already lost playmakers to injury, which starts challenging depth and reduces your margin for error.*
If you want to complain about Brian's numbers, I suggest poking around his site a bit and learning more about them before commenting. Very interesting posts there.
Game Day Comment Post.
I will be at the game today, so with traffic it makes it challenging to put up a timely post. That and I'm tired after games, already know what I think of it, and am curious as to your thoughts. So I like commenting on your comments–like the world's biggest fun sports bar.
It's been my experience that the best game day blog posts are driven by comments. Tell me what your questions are. Things you thought were interesting. Things that might have only shown up on the TV version that I might not have seen. Things that you saw at the stadium of note to others. Or just use the comments to vent or enthuse. Blog posts are time capsules of thoughts and events of a particular day. Sometimes it is interesting to look back at them.
Today the Texans will be honoring service members in a variety of activities related to their "Salute to the Military Day." In the meantime, for those who can't be at the game, here's front row of the Bull Pen video of the Texans Cheerleaders of 2010 on SttM Day.
So there you go. Your turn. If you haven't read the Browns Q&A I did with Danny Tuccitto in the previous post, I suggest checking it out.
* You see what I did there. I can't even write without trying to write protecting against jinx. I will pretend jinxes do not apply to this post because: 1. These are just numbers that would exist whether or not I shared them. This isn't some sort of subjective observation that is a certain jinx. 2. I put the appropriate caveat with this as it relates to significant injuries; 3. By acknowledging a jinx, it takes away its power. Yes I know that thinking this way is very odd, but I'm a Houston sports fan, so I'm guessing you understand.


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Full Housing
Greetings, everyone!
Bayohne here, still catching up on all the cool stuff we showed off in the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE!
Were you able to watch the show live with the rest of the fans around the world? Did you read through the (mostly...) live Q&A that we posted on the forums as the show went on?
If you did, you probably remember this live housing demonstration! But if you didn't, you'll definitely want to check out the exciting housing-related content planned for patch 2.1! Here's some direct feed footage from the letter, sans commentary.
You can also see the upcoming inventory sort feature in action at around 2:40!
It wouldn't be a show focused on housing if Mr. Housing himself, Yoichi Wada, didn't stop by and show off a lot of images of upcoming content! (Though one of them isn't about housing...)
I better start planning my decorating now...
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New Filing Explains How Domain Seizures Violate The First Amendment
from the hello-prior-restraint deptWe've already covered how Puerto 80, the company that runs Rojadirecta, has challenged the government's seizure of its domain. The arguments presented by the company focused on a few different aspects of the law, and, obviously, focused mainly on what's most likely to get the domain returned. That meant that, while it mentioned both, it didn't spend too much time on two larger issues associated with the Rojadirecta seizures: (1) that it appears to violate the First Amendment's ban on "prior restraint" of speech and (2) that Rojadirecta was declared legal (twice) in Spain, and ignoring that sets a dangerous precedent.
Thankfully, the EFF, CDT and Public Knowledge have filed amici briefs that dig into both of these issues in great detail. I've embedded the filing below, and it's worth reading, as it does a very detailed and well annotated and cited explanation for why such seizures, prior to any adversarial hearing, violate the First Amendment. The whole thing is worth reading, but here's a snippet:
The impact on speech resulting from domain-name seizure is far beyond what is necessary to further the government interest. The government alleges that links (located on pages accessible through Petitioner's domain names) to infringing content -- i.e., pointers to content accessible elsewhere on the Internet -- constituted criminal copyright infringement.... By seizing Petitioner's domain names, however, the government blocked access to all content contained on Petitioner's site, including obviously non-infringing content, such as user-created forums, discussions, and technical tutorials....Separately, it digs into the larger issues related to the fact that the site was found to be legal in Spain, something that the challenge from Puerto 80 mentions, but does not spend much time on. Here, however, the amici filing points out that this presents a big legal problem for the US government in supporting these seizures. Again, the entire argument is worth reading, but a quick snippet:
This tactic, as discussed above in Section III, was dramatic and unprecedented. While the government may pursue actions that further important interests, "it must do so by narrowly drawn regulations designed to serve those interests without unnecessarily interfering with First Amendment freedoms." Vill. of Schaumburg v. Citizens for a Better Env't, 444 U.S. 620, 637 (1980) (citing Hynes v. Mayor & Council of Borough of Oradell, 425 U.S. 610, 620 (1976)). "Broad prophylactic rules in the area of free expression are suspect. Precision of regulation must be the touchstone . . . ." NAACP v. Button, 371 U.S. 415, 438 (1963) (citations omitted).
Decisions of foreign courts are not binding on the U.S. judiciary; however, it is a "well-settled rule" that unless the findings offend fundamental standards of procedural fairness or public policy, foreign judgments are generally conclusive. See Telenor Mobile Commc'ns AS v. Storm LLC, 584 F.3d 396, 408 (2d Cir. 2009) (citing Ackermann v. Levine, 788 F.2d 830, 837 (2d Cir. 1986)); Cunard S.S. Co. v. Salen Reefer Servs. AB, 773 F.2d 452, 457 (2d Cir. 1985) ("comity will be granted to the decision or judgment of a foreign court if it is shown that the foreign court is a court of competent jurisdiction, and that the laws and public policy of the forum state and the rights of its residents will not be violated." (emphasis added)). Cf. Clarkson Co., Ltd. v. Shaheen, 544 F.2d 624, 631 (2d Cir. 1976) (holding that "a foreign judgment may not be collaterally attacked 'upon the mere assertion of the party that the judgment was erroneous in law or in fact'" and requiring "[c]lear and convincing evidence" to attack a foreign judgment) (internal citations omitted))....Separately, it notes that the consequence of ignoring such foreign judgments may do serious harm to US interests abroad, as it will enable other countries to do the same thing to US citizens and companies.
In the case of Rojadirecta, that standard was not applied, much less met. There is no reason to believe the Spanish rulings were procedurally unsound or offensive to public policy. Indeed, on the limited facts available in the record, U.S. copyright law may have dictated the same outcome, at least in the context of criminal infringement.
The effect may be felt well beyond the commercial context. Simply put, if the United States courts allow — with no adversarial hearing and on a low legal standard — the seizure of foreign-based content that is lawful in the home country, then that will set an example for other countries to seek to seize U.S.-based speech that is perfectly lawful in this country. As one example, U.S.-based websites have provided a crucial safe haven for political speech, including speech that is critical of foreign governments, in part because U.S. law offers strong protections for political commentary. If such a website were seized by a foreign government (even though the content is hosted in the U.S.), that action would likely be subject to intense criticism, including disapproval by the U.S. government. Unfortunately, it would be all too easy for the foreign censor to cite to the circumstances of this case as reason to ignore such criticism. Once the United States goes down the path of seizing websites hosted around the world, we will be less able to complain when other countries turn around and do the same thing to speech hosted here.The filing also notes the oddity of the US government not mentioning the Spanish rulings in its affidavit to seize the sites, which suggests one of two things: that the ICE/DOJ folks hid this rather important fact or that that they didn't bother doing even the most basic investigation to find that information out.
Filed Under: domain seizures, first amendment, free speech, prior restraint, rojadirecta
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Current and Former Smokers Ages 55 to 80 Should Get Annual CT Scans, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Says
Many former and current smokers should undergo annual CT scans to screen for lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., a medical panel said Monday.
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Jenn Giblin, pastry chef of Blue Smoke, came up with this stellar version of sticky toffee pudding. She uses stout beer, giving it the most compelling flavor of any I have tasted. The cake, which in England is referred to as a pudding, dissolves in your mouth. The toffee sauce is the ideal accompaniment, as it absorbs deliciously into the top of the date cake. (If you desire more texture, reserve two of the dates and pulse them in, after you have processed the date purée, until only small pieces remain.)
An additional and unusual accompaniment served at Blue Smoke, from pastry chef Letty Flatt, is vanilla ice cream flavored with root beer extract.–Rose Levy Beranbaum
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Chances are you've heard of the legendary sticky toffee pudding. But if asked, could you describe it? For the uninitiated, the sticky in sticky toffee pudding is a toffee sauce, and the pudding is actually a cake, smothered in said toffee sauce. If you're on the fence, you may take comfort in learning the cake contains a generous pour of stout, as ought all proper British desserts.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Quick Glance
- Serves 12
- For the batter
- Solid shortening, for the baking dish
- Nonstick cooking spray
- About 6 large dates, pitted
- 1 cup stout beer, preferably Guinness extra stout
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 cups bleached all-purpose flour (it ought to be sifted into the cup and leveled off)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- For the butterscotch toffee sauce
- 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar, preferably Muscovado
- 1 vanilla bean
- 16 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- For the pecan and crème fraîche topping
- 1 1/4 cups pecan halves
- 3/4 cup crème fraîche, lightly whipped
- Make the cake
- 1. Slick the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with solid shortening and line it with parchment paper. (No need to coat the parchment or sides of the baking dish with shortening.) Line a baking sheet with plastic wrap and coat it as well as a cutting board or a second baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Adjust the oven rack to the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for at least 20 minutes. [If using a Pyrex or dark pan, adjust the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C)].
- 3. Place the pitted dates in a bowl. In a small saucepan, bring the beer to a boil. (When measuring the beer, pour it carefully against the side of the measuring cup to prevent foaming. If there is some foam, allow it to settle so you can get an accurate measure.) Remove from the heat and stir in the baking soda. (It will fizz up a lot.) Pour the beer mixture over the dates. Let cool to room temperature.
- 4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the dates to a food processor. Add a little of the beer mixture and process until a paste forms. With the motor still running, continue to process, gradually adding the rest of the beer mixture, until the mixture is very smooth, dark, and glossy. Scrape the date paste into a bowl and keep it covered until ready to use.
- Make the batter and bake the cake
- 5. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk beater, beat the butter, sugar, and vanilla on medium speed until light and fluffy. In a small bowl, lightly whisk the eggs. With the mixer on medium speed, gradually add the eggs in three additions, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition. (The mixture may appear curdled, but not to worry; later, after adding the flour, it will be smooth.)
- 6. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add one-third of the flour mixture to the batter and mix on low speed just until incorporated, 10 to 15 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add half the date mixture and mix just until incorporated, about 15 seconds. Repeat with another third of the flour mixture, then the remaining date mixture, and finally the remaining flour mixture. Mix just until the batter is uniform in color and no streaks remain. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface evenly. The pan will be about one-third full.
- 7. Bake for 15 minutes. Rotate the pan halfway and continue to bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, until a tester comes out clean when inserted in the center and the cake springs back when pressed lightly in the center. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a small metal spatula between the sides of the pan and the cake, pressing firmly against the pan, and invert the cake onto the prepared baking sheet. Reinvert it onto the second sheet or cutting board. Serve at once or reheat for 5 minutes in a 350°F (175ºC) oven. The cake will be about 1 1/4 inches at the sides and 1 1/2 inches in the center.
- Make the butterscotch toffee sauce
- 8. While the cake bakes, place the brown sugar in a small saucepan. With a small sharp knife, split the vanilla bean lengthwise in half. Scrape the vanilla bean seeds into the sugar. Rub the seeds in with your fingers. Remove and reserve the vanilla pod. Stir in the butter with a spatula.
- 9. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and the reserved vanilla pod. The mixture will be slightly grainy but will become totally smooth on standing. Reheat, if necessary, and remove the vanilla pod before serving.
- Make the pecan topping
- 10. Spread the pecans evenly on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for about 7 minutes to enhance their flavor. Stir once or twice to ensure even toasting and avoid overbrowning. Cool completely. Break or chop them coarsely and set aside.
- 11. Cut the sticky toffee pudding into thirds the long way and fourths the short way. Set each portion on a serving plate. Pour 3 tablespoons of the toffee sauce on top of each serving, allowing it to cascade over the sides and pool onto the plate. Sprinkle the lightly toasted pecan pieces over billowy dollops of crème fraîche.
Individual sticky toffee puddings
- Bake as individual puddings in small ramekins or brioche molds filled about half full. (Using 3/4-cup ramekins will yield 12 puddings; the standard 1/2-cup brioche mold will yield 18 puddings.)
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3 Ways to Brew Better Coffee at Home for Under $75
Home coffee setups don't have to be wild and crazy to make a big change in your daily routine. In this third of a series, we'll explore three easy ways to make huge improvements in what you taste—and how you think about brewing—each and every day. For those looking to take their home coffee bar to the next level, we offer a few ways to go big without robbing the bank.
Not ready to spend this much? Check out our tips on how to improve the coffee you make at home for $25 here, and for $50 here.
1. KONE Filter
For those already converted to the Chemex, but looking for a way to brew that's both sexier and more sustainable, the wizards at Able Brewing (now spun off from Coava Coffee Roasters in Portland) bring you the new, improved KONE filter. The original KONE (pictured above) drew accolades, and has been improved upon with a support ring, "safer" flat tip (not sure how many injuries were reported, but we're sure everyone has recovered nicely by now). It fits in a standard Chemex as well as V60s and similar fully conical brewers.
Through its fine-grained stainless steel perforations, the KONE allows more of coffee's natural oils and acids into the cup—like a French press—allowing for a broader range of flavor than traditional paper filtration allows. And at $60, this American-made toy isn't chopping down trees left and right just so you can get your filthy little coffee fix, missy.
2. The Woodneck Dripper
For those to whom the notion of a metal filter does not appeal, how about a sock? Enthusiasts of the "sock" filter, best represented in the Hario Woodneck or "Nel Pot" ('nel being an abbreviation indicating this filter is flyin' the flannel), can't say enough about the subtle, delicious results of cloth brewing.
Hario's stylish, petite, and mid-priced (you'll be able to find it between $40 and $60 depending on where you look) carafe brewer allows for full development of your coffee's aromatics and flavor, while eliminating any of that disagreeable sediment that other body-forward brewing methods permit. Plus, it's terribly beautiful and pleasurable to use—at least up until the point where you have to clean the filter. Worth it, though.
3. Bonavita Kettle
While an abundance of luxurious water-pourers exist in the coffee world, the terrain of electric-yet-designed-for-careful-pouring is widely untrodden thus far. We've been spared purgatory, however, by Bonavita's 1 liter electric kettle, which at an affordable $50-60 is an electrifyingly great alternative to similar kettles which cost more and do not, themselves, heat water.
The gooseneck pour spout isn't the most precise on the market, but is comparable to the Hario Buono, and like I said—the water is already hot. (And watch the shelves for the soon-to-be-released variable-temperature kettle from these guys—tea people, I'm looking at you.) Clear off a little counter space for this one and shave some time off of your kettle routine, while having the precision control you need for that coffee in your steel KONE or flannel sock.
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copyright, Philip Toledano
This is a portrait of Steve from Mr. Toledano's recent series "a new kind of beauty" (profiling people obsessed with plastic surgery). I'm guessing 3 lights were used to capture this haunting and strangely beautiful image.
Camera: Contax 645 with 80mm lens and a Phase One P25 back. On tripod 8 feet from the subject. Shot at 1/125, f11, ISO 100.
Lighting: Key light is a Profoto, white beauty dish with a sock at f8.5 positioned 6 feet camera left. There is no fill light, but a white bounce card has been positioned to the right of the model. A small soft box is boomed directly overhead the model at f5.6 to keep the hair from going black. A head with normal reflector is about 6 feet behind the model and camera right at f8.5 to create the shoulder and neck highlights.
Comments: Phil shot this topless and let Steve keep the towel afterwards. Neko Case and Blind Melon alternated on the iPod.


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Job Summary This position provides direct care to psychiatric patients working under the direction of a registered nurse.
Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelors Degree in a behavioral health related field ORHigh School diploma or equivalent with 1 year of direct patient care in an inpatient behavioral health setting. This should include but is not limited to experience in an inpatient psychiatric facility; assisting with personal grooming and other activities of daily living; conducting educational, recreational and skills groups appropriate to current patient population; creating, maintaining, and encouraging an inpatient therapeutic milieu; maintaining observation precautions and applying non-violent de-escalation interventions in crisis situations; recognizing the common symptoms of mental illness such as depression, psychosis, mood dysregulation, substance abuse, maladaptive behavior, and anxiety; understanding how symptoms are related the patients mental illness diagnosis and providing ordered treatment interventions appropriate to the diagnosis. Such experience is commonly achieved in care of patients in psychiatric acute care hospitals, inpatient psychiatric facilities and State hospital programs. Some outpatient programs, therapeutic group home and residential programs may meet the experience criteria. Concentration on skills and experiences demonstrating competence in building therapeutic rapport, developing collaborative relationships with the multidisciplinary team, de-escalation techniques and limit setting. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required. Meets age requirement as specified by state agency. Preferred Qualifications Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Graduation Rate Guidance
Leading Edge of Reform
HEA Negotiated Rulemaking
Funding Opportunities
NCES Reports
Volunteer Service
New Year Fun Facts
Upcoming Events
Graduation Rate Guidance
On December 23, Secretary Spellings released non-regulatory guidance to implement a uniform and accurate measure of the high school graduation rate that is comparable across states. "The nation can no longer toleratemuch less prosperwith its abysmal graduation rate, particularly among minority students," she said. "Parents know that a high school diploma is the least their children need to succeed in today's economy. This guidance will help ensure resources are better targeted so that students earn a regular high school diploma." The guidance provides states, school districts, and schools with information about how to put into practice the graduation rate regulations the Department announced in October (see http://www.ed.gov/policy/elsec/reg/proposal/uniform-grad-rate.html). Among other items, the guidance:
- defines the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate, the extended-year cohort graduation rate, and the transitional graduation rates that are allowed until states must implement (by 2010-2011) the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate;
- guides states in setting a single graduation rate goal and annual graduation rate targets;
- outlines requirements for reporting graduation rates;
- answers questions about how states include the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate and any extended-year adjusted cohort graduation rate in Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) determinations, including the use of disaggregated rates for student subgroups;
- explains how a state must revise its Consolidated State Application Accountability Workbook to include certain information and submit its revisions to the Department for technical assistance and peer review; and
- spells out the timeline for implementing the new graduation rate provisions, as well as the process for how a state that cannot meet the deadlines outlined in the final regulations may request an extension of time to meet the requirements.
For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/policy/elsec/guid/hsgrguidance.pdf.
Leading Edge of Reform
As the Department and the nation observes the transition from one administration to the next, the upcoming "Education News Parents Can Use" broadcast (January 20, 8:00-9:00 ET) will take a look back at some of the most engaging topics explored on shows from the recent past. Specifically, the broadcast will thoughtfully reflect on such topics as early childhood education, highly qualified teachers, supporting English language learners, and the value of service learning, from a "fresh" point of view with the help of some special guests: the Teaching Ambassador Fellows (see http://www.ed.gov/programs/teacherfellowship/). Five of these exemplary teachers are spending a year at the Department, contributing their first-hand knowledge and experience to the development of effective federal education policy. The broadcast will also feature video success stories from innovative schools and school districtsillustrating the topical discussions. For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/edtv/. (You can watch archived webcasts at http://www.connectlive.com/events/ednews/.)
Note: Don't want to wait for the success stories? Video profiles from previous broadcasts are regularly added to http://www.ed.gov/nclb/overview/intro/reauth/successstories/.
HEA Negotiated Rulemaking
The Department's Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) has announced its intention to establish five negotiated rulemaking committees to prepare proposed regulations under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). After careful consideration of the information received at regional hearings and in writing, OPE decided on the following committees: loanslender/general loan issues; loansschool-based loan issues; accreditation; discretionary grants; and general and non-loan programmatic issues. Each committee will include members of organizations with interests that are significantly affected by the subject matter of the proposed regulations. In turn, OPE is requesting nominations for individual negotiators who represent stakeholder consistencies. Nominations must be received on or before January 23. For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/legislation/FedRegister/proprule/2008-4/123108a.html.
Funding Opportunities
Looking for a grant for 2009? Several new grant competitions are now underway. For example:
Partnerships in Character Education Program (closes 2/24). This program supports the design and implementation of character education programs that can be integrated into classroom instruction and that are consistent with state academic content standards. Such programs may be carried out in conjunction with other educational reform efforts and must take into consideration the views of the parents of the students to be taught under the program and the views of the students. Estimated awards: 2. Eligible: states, school districts, and non-profit organizations (in partnership with districts). For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/programs/charactered/.
Safe Schools/Healthy Students Program (closes 3/4). This unique initiative (supported by three agencies: Education, Health and Human Services, and Justice) supports the implementation and enhancement of comprehensive, community-wide plans that focus on multiple elements, including safe school environments, mental health treatment services, and early childhood learning programs. Successful applicants propose plans that address these issues with a well-coordinated strategy that links services in a systematic and effective manner. Estimated awards: 28. Eligible: school districts. For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/programs/dvpsafeschools/.
Teaching American History Grant Program (closes 3/9). This program supports projects that aim to raise student achievement by improving teachers' knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of traditional American history. Awards assist districts, in partnership with entities that have extensive content expertise (colleges and universities, history and humanities organizations, and libraries and museums) to develop, implement, document, evaluate, and disseminate innovative, cohesive models of professional development. Estimated awards: 52-65. For more information, please go to http://www.ed.gov/programs/teachinghistory/.
For more information on grants, please go to http://www.ed.gov/GrantApps/.
NCES Reports
The Department's National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) continues to churn out new reports:
- "Mathematics Achievement of Language-Minority Students During the Elementary Years" (http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2009036) examines the scores of public school language-minority students on a math assessment in first-grade, as well as the gains in their scores between first- and fifth-grade. Scores are reported by three background characteristics (student's race/ethnicity, poverty status, and mother's education) that have been found to be related to achievement.
- "1.5 Million Homeschooled Students in the U.S. in 2007" (http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2009030) provides estimates of the number and percentage of homeschooled students in the U.S. that year and compares these estimates to those from 1999 and 2003. Moreover, parents' reasons for homeschooling their children are described and compared to 2003.
- "Distance Education at Degree-Granting Postsecondary Institutions: 2006-07 (http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2009044) details findings from a recent survey on the prevalence, types, delivery, policies, and acquisition/development of distance education classes and programs. During the 2006-07 academic year, 66% of two- and four-year Title IV degree-granting institutions reported offering online, hybrid/blended online, or other distance education courses for any level or audience. Together, distance education courses accounted for an estimated 12.2 million enrollments.
Also: The NCES KidsZone (http://nces.ed.gov/NCESKids/) offers games like Chances, which teaches students about probability; Dare to Compare?, with over 500 questions from the Civic Education Study, the National Assessment of Educational Progress, and the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study; and Mathematician Quiz, pairing students with a mathematician and his or her discoveries.
Volunteer Service
The Corporation for National and Community Service is asking Americans to appropriately honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on January 19 by making the holiday a day ONversus a day off. King Day became a national day of service in 1994, when Congress passed legislation to give the holiday even greater significance. A dedicated web site enables organizers to register projects in every state and the District of Columbia. The site has ideas and resources, as well as photographs of previous activities. For more information, please go to http://www.mlkday.gov/.
Note: The King Day of Service falls during National Mentoring Month, which stresses the importance of bringing caring adults into the lives of children who need guidance, support, and encouragement. For more information, please go to http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/initiatives/nmm.asp.
New Year Fun Facts
To ring in the new year, the U.S. Census Bureau presented the following statistics:
- 75,515The estimated July 1, 2007, population of Champaign, Illinois, a place whose name alone may get you into a celebratory mood.
- $475 millionU.S. manufacturers' shipments of effervescent wines (including sparkling wines, such as champagne) in 2002.
- Over 305 millionThe nation's projected population on January 1, 2009, compared to less than 178 million 50 years earlier (1959) and less than 90.5 million one century earlier (1909).
Upcoming Events
Reminder! The deadline is fast approaching for the latest cycle of the National Endowment for the Arts' The Big Read, which gives citizens the chance to read and discuss a single book within their communities. Libraries, municipalities, and other non-profit organizations are strongly encouraged to apply for one of an estimated 400 grants for programming between September 2009 and June 2010. Applications must be received by February 3. For more information, please go to http://www.neabigread.org/.
The MetLife Foundation Ambassadors in Education Award, a project of the National Civil League, recognizes outstanding public middle and high school educators who are building partnerships and communicating beyond their schools for the betterment of their entire community. Awards will be made in 25 cities across the country; winners' schools earn a $5,000 grant. Nominations must be received by February 18. For more information, please go to http://www.ncl.org/metlife/.
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Whether you can use VoLTE depends on a few things:
- Your location, your account with your carrier, and the model of your iPhone
- The carrier, carrier account, location, and phone model of the person you're calling
Some carriers support VoLTE only in certain cities or area codes. Contact your carrier to ask about your area and account.
You can check wireless carrier support and features for iPhone to see if your carrier supports VoLTE.
Turn on VoLTE
Some carriers turn on this feature by default. To find out if VoLTE is on, go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Enable LTE. If Voice & Data is off, tap it to turn on VoLTE.
If you see an error message
When you try to turn on VoLTE, you might see a message that says "Cannot Activate LTE Calls. To enable LTE Calls on this account, contact your carrier." This can happen with some account types, including business lines, and on some carriers. Please contact your carrier for help.
You might see a message that says to insert a new SIM card. This can happen with older SIM cards. You might need a new SIM card to use VoLTE. Contact your carrier.


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Droverstock Music Festival – USAO Campus in Chickisha
Come be a part of USAO tradition! Droverstock Music Festival is the university's annual music festival featuring live music, inflatables, local and area vendors and a host of college students having a great time. Droverstock takes place in the oval, the heart of USAO. Droverstock is a free event for USAO students.
Droverstock is held each year in conjunction with the USAO Scholastic Meet and Montmartre Chalk Art Festival on the first Thursday of April. Together, the events make up the Spring Triad.
Event Date
April 4, 2019 - April 4, 2019
Event Time
03:00 - 15:45


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Circle of Elephant
This bed sheet is great for multipurpose usage such as bedcover, wall or ceiling hanging or just about any other decorations around the house. Certainly, this beautiful hand block printed tapestry will brighten and enhance your life. Made in India and from 100% cotton.
Available in full size ((58 x 86 inches).
10 in stock (can be backordered)
This adorable bed sheet is perfect for multipurpose usage such as bedcover, wall or ceiling hanging or any other decorations around the house. Revitalize your life with this hand block printed tapestry. Hang over window and watch these vivid colors light up with fantastic measure. This large wall hanging tapestry can also be used as a tablecloth, to cover the couches, and picnic or beach blanket. It is also very popular to decorate the college dorm because it is so versatile.
Our exclusive designed tapestries featuring a vibrant of full inspired circle pattern of elephant, which adds colors in any given room and spreads a very positive and joyous vibe. It's an art piece, a collector's item and provides a rich and vibrant feel. This tapestry is handmade block printed, it's made of 100% cotton and the colors used are also eco-friendly. The process isn't hazardous to anyone who works in making this and thus it is very sustainable. The imperfections in this piece such as size variation, color variation and a little miss print give it a very authentic look and feel and portray its true handmade nature.
Wash in cold water, do not use chlorine bleach and very low heat for drying or hang dry. Imported from India.
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