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Everybody's Pain is Magnificent
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Grey McMurray and Caleb Burhans have been performing together as itsnotyouitsme since 2003. In the past five years, they have released three recordings. Their latest, Everybody's Pain is Magnificent is a sprawling double album set of material. It celebrates the gradual developing soundscapes and lushly ambient sonics that are signatures the group's sound. Unlike many ill-fated double albums, which run out of steam or seem padded, EPiM requires the extra time to develop its sweeping musical architectures and allow the listener to luxuriate, bathed in the music's honeyed harmonies and finely spun textures. It's been in heavy rotation in these parts this Fall. If you haven't heard it, you are missing out on one of 2011′s most rewarding ambient treasures.
Below, the band shares a 'wintry'-sounding video of a recent live performance.


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Drinking Problems
Hydration is not a science. It's an art
Illustration by Kevin Howdeshell
I cannot overstate the importance of proper hydration.
Nonsense. I could easily overstate the importance of proper hydration. I could say, "Not being properly hydrated is the leading cause of impotence in trail runners," or, "Without proper hydration, rabid gophers will hunt you down and chew your lips off."
The truth is, proper hydration isn't the most important thing. Coffee is the most important thing, but getting fluids is right up there, too.
Let's say you're in your 20s and you and your buddy decide to go run the Grand Canyon. You drink coffee to stay awake and drive most of the night to get there. When you step onto the South Rim the next morning, "We Are the Champions" is blasting on the radio and you feel good. But that's mostly because you just downed a Mountain Dew for breakfast. You start running and, before you know it, you're in the canyon bottom, asking your buddy, "Did you bring any water?"
When he says, "No," you realize your college degrees are worth about their weight in finishers' ribbons because you didn't bring any, either. Slogging uphill many hours later, you both collapse trailside from dehydration.

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2) Years of paintball experience - 8 years, 2 competitive
3) Are you familiar with IP Board - Yes
4) What other message boards have you moderated, started, or assisted with - I built my teams forum, and moderated my gaming clans forum (2,000+)
5) What sections would you like to help the TechPB community out with? - BST, Versus Thread, anywhere I might be needed/wanted.
6) Have you ever worked at a paintball store, field, or within the industry? Yes, I currently work at CRU Paintball LLC as referee, tech, marketer, and sales rep.
7) Have you played in any major events? Scenario Games, National Tournaments, etc? I have been to many major events: NPPL Chicago, LL3, LL4, D-Day, Alabama MOUT game, basically I travel out of state a LOT.
8) Any other forums you currently moderate at? None paintball related
9) Fill out an employment application, send us a copy of your valid drivers license and consent to background check. - Yes
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Musikmesse 2011: As you'll know if you were following our coverage last week, MusicRadar scoured the Messe floor for the best new guitar, tech, drum and DJ products. But, as ever, our eyes were also on the lookout for the weird, the wacky and the whimsical: the items and people who keep spirits high as you pace your hundredth travelator of the day. Here they are in all their leftfield glory.
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NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- The S&P 500 closed the week lower Friday amid anxiety over the ongoing budget negotiations in Washington. A worse-than-expected report on U.S. consumer sentiment for September helped extend the losses seen at the market open.
Lawmakers must agree to an emergency budget deal by Monday in order to allow key federal government services to continue running through Dec. 15 from the start of the new fiscal year on Oct. 1. It's estimated that a U.S. government shutdown could reduce economic growth in the fourth quarter by up to 1.4 percentage points.
The S&P 500 slumped 0.41% to 1,691.73. The Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 0.46% to 15,258.24. The Nasdaq declined 0.15% to 3,781.59.
Investors displayed uncertainty as to whether Washington politicians would reach a deal to keep the government funded, and have not forgotten Congress' inability in summer 2011 to avoid infighting over raising the debt ceiling, said Aaron Izenstark, chief investment officer of IRON Financial.
"Unease over the budget and debt ceiling uncertainties emanating from Washington may have played some role in the decline in sentiment since the summer (similar patterns were evident prior to the fiscal cliff last year and negotiations in 2011) although other factors, such as stock market gains and improvement in the housing market, likely continue to support a gradual upward trend," Peter Newland, an economist with Barclays in New York, wrote in a client note.
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The final September estimate on the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index came in at 77.5, below both the average economist estimate of 78 and the August reading of 82.1. The September number indicates a decline in U.S. consumer sentiment to its lowest point in nearly half a year impacted by economic growth worries and rising interest rates. The figure was higher than the preliminary reading of 76.8.


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Norma,I had to lol when I seen how far you took the experimentation with this because If a had the space and money I could see me doing similar. But nothing compared lol it was great! By the way, are you still baby sitting all those cultures and if so which have you liked best?
Norma,Ironically I just opened up some fresh pineapple juice yesterday, I remember on that thread talks about using fruits and such. I'll push on to see what happens in the next few days, hopefully it'll all go well.


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Do you have a Patron Saint
I know that when you go through the confirmation procedures in the Roman or Anglican rite, you can get to choose.
The idea is that it provides a purely human inspiration, which is not engineered for salvation, but actually about the Christian, earthly life and walk.
Of course its flawed in one major way :ninja:
No, I believe patron saints are actually a form of idolatry.
There's nothing wrong with learning about the real world struggles that other Christians from the past have had to endure; but when that person replaces Christ in your life and you actually start praying to the saint, then you've stepped outside the boundaries of Christianity and are guilty of worshipping a false god.
2) What do you believe the church is?
Are dead Christians part of the Church aswell?
Are dead Christians in Communion with Christ aswell?
Do you dissaprove of getting other living Christians to pray for you?
Is your asking them to do that, praying to them?
I dont do it personally, because I dont see the need...but I know people who ask the faithful departed to pray for them, just like they ask other mortal christians to pray for them. Being that I know, from personal experience that the veil between the temporal realm, and the spiritual realm is so very thin, its not beyond my belief to admit that the Body of Christ, extends, not just to living Christians in body, BUT ALSO living Christians in Spirit.
If God is free of time, then His Church is the entire lot...every Christian who is, was, and will be.
or do you deny that :huh:
As I said before, there are other major flaws with adopting a saint, not covered by you above...but I just wondered if it was a practise of other churches across the world also:)
You could maybe bring up the example of King Saul consulting a medium to contact Samuel from beyond the grave, but that was not portrayed in Scripture as a positive thing at all. It was actually seen as a very grave sin on Saul's part.
In fact, attempting to communicate with the dead is directly prohibited by Scripture. When you pray, you should ONLY be communicating with GOD, there are no other options given in the Bible.
You seem to be missing the entire point of our relationship with GOD. We can never achieve perfection through our own works, that's one of the basic teachings of the Christian faith. It's not about making ourselves good enough for GOD, because that's impossible. It's about understanding that we can't accomplish anything on our own and we need GOD's help every minute of every day.
If anyone other than GOD takes on that role in our lives, then that person has become a false god to us, even if that person is a Christian.
Well said!
I agree with Nate that looking for a need in any other than Jesus is idolatry.
2) The time is well past on this forum, for you to lecture me on my relationship with GOD...since, of those threads that I have put succinctly on such an issue, you either fail to notice, or actively ignore. You pretty much only respond if you dissagree and think that by that dissagreement you will cause a division, where you are bolstered by those who will aggree with you and afirm you in that way, and where you can enjoy self righteous pomposity against those who dissagree with you...So dont lets be talking about my relationship with the Almighty and how I might be missing any points....so lets not pretend you give a hoot about my actual relationship with Christ...and only really with trying to put me down on a theo-philosophical level.
3) Sorry...did I ever say anything opposite to that :huh:
4) IMHO...because of GODs power, its unlikley that a True Christian, even a weak Christian, who KNOWS GOD will be able to do that easily. Role Models, and the Divine are two different things...if you cant tell the difference between someone you admire, aspire to be like...and a personal relationship with Christ...
The most ironic thing is...that as far as a PERSONAL relationship goes. The moment of revelation happened for me in America, in 2009, in Chicago of all places :laugh: I was not planning or searching for a spiritual event when it happened :wink: Before that point, I think what your saying was easy to happen...that is to say that there are superficial importants which could be the biggest thing in ones life. But deep importants only ever come at moments of spiritual revelation for me, and they change my whole way of being every time.
But there are things that can not be so easily supported by scripture. You know, there is nothing in Scripture that specifically tells you what to do when faced, directly, with certain evils, that are more then cryptic analogies.
Never the less, there maybe times when you are faced, directly, with an evil entity. I dont really understand what Saint Paul actually meant in his letter to the Ephesians...metaphorical dressing in armour is highly unhelpful...it is perhaps because I didnt know what to do...that I did the only thing I could, and called for help.
Nevermind saving ourselves from eternal damnation...there are things in THIS realm that we cant even save ourselves from. From personal experience, I know that to be true...and it is because of such experiences, that I also know how the spiritual realm can just barge into you.
The dead are not Dead...they are VERY MUCH alive in Christ...this is proven by Visitations... In the time of their visitation they will shine forth, and run like sparks through the stubble... It often happens that between death and burrial that "contact" is initiated from the otherside.
A few nights after my Grandfather passed away, my Nan was awoken in the middle of the night to find her room filled with light, and she described being able to see her deceased husband...and he said the following to her
"Do you not know?
Have you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
and his understanding no one can fathom.
He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the weak.
Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;
but those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint
He was using a passage from Scripture, from Isaiah...but he wasnt referencing it applied to the mortal living... "those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength"
Wasnt, "If you feel bad, God will confort you" but more like "Those who die in The Lord, are ressurected with the Lord" Those who have died in Christ, the faithful departed, the communion of saints...whatever you want to call them, are as much a part of the church, as those who live on earth. Like a Great Cloud of witnesses, you might say :)
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Shopping for Mom can be difficult. How exactly are you suppose to boil down all that love for your mother into a simple gift? Here are few items and experiences—many local—that you can give on this holiest of Sundays.
Blue with Envy
For the sporty mom who's also a card-carrying fashionista, Ralph Lauren's Big Pony Essie Set ($45) is the gift of choice. Available in all four of the Big Pony fragrances, each set includes a bottle of Big Pony eau de toilette (30mL), Big Pony Refreshing Body Mist (50g) and a matching Big Pony nail polish made exclusively by essie, in colors to match the signature Big Pony bottle. Of the four, fragrance #1 is by far this season's set of choice, not just for the azure color but the floral and citrus notes that are practically synonymous with summer in South Florida.
Bling It On
Jewelry is always a top choice when it comes to a Mother's Day gift—but what to get? For true Palm Beach style, jewelry from a designer with 561 roots is a must, which is why we dig the designs from Jacqueline Kimberly. Her latest creations, part of the Ceridwen Collection, tap into a more feminine silhouette with an edge. The gilded eyelet teardrop earrings ($3,200) are made with textured 18-karat gold and resemble delicate segments of lace, while the cerulean tourmaline Gardenia ring ($4,900), also made from 18-karat gold, is the perfect statement summer piece.
A touch of Steampunk goes a long way when it comes to fashion and will really make mom stand out this Mother's Day. We're not suggesting to dress her in all lace and a stove-pipe hat like Edward Gorey, but a subtle touch makes a statement—like Peg and Awl's tiny book necklaces. Available in an array of colors and materials, these pendants range from as small as 5/8-inch tall by ½-inch wide to 1¼-inch tall by 1-inch wide. Made with line-free Strathmore drawing paper inside and reclaimed, worn leather bounding outside, each miniature novel is a subtle work of art.
Our pick: the pale yellow book pendant tied with deerskin. Pick one up and write little notes on the pages about why your mother is so special.
Grow, Baby, Grow
Gardening can be a difficult, time-consuming hobby—especially in South Florida, with the sandy, acidic soil and harsh summer heat. But harvesting crops and preparing the bounty for a meal is incredibly rewarding and a sure way of knowing what went into the process. So when we find an interesting gardening technique, tool or gadget that helps make the chore easier, more enjoyable and bountiful, we want to share.
The EasyBloom Plant Sensor helps eliminate much of the guesswork when it comes to planning crops, and the device could not be easier to use. Simply put the sensor anywhere you want to grow a plant, inside or outside. EasyBloom measures sunlight, temperature, water drainage, soil conditions and fertilization (with a subscription) of a particular area as well as moderates gardening habits—whether a plant is overwatered, needs different light, requires improved soil conditions, etc. Once the data is collected, plug the sensor into the computer via USB. Through a series of algorithms, EasyBloom breaks down the data into localized growing zones, climate and hourly weather. The programing then makes recommendations from a database of more than 6,000 plants that are best suited for that particular spot. A program called the Plant Doctor will give advice on how to improve the area or properly care for a plant. Simply put, the EasyBloom does just as the name suggests and helps any garden bloom to its full potential.
So Fresh and So Clean
Tell us if this sounds familiar: "How many times to do I need to tell you to wash your hands?"
This Mother's Day, return the favor and pick up some artisan, handmade soaps.
One of our favorites comes from Absolute Handmade Soap, formerly Product Body. Based in Tequesta, Absolute uses only pure, natural ingredients in its products, like organic cocoa butter, unprocessed shea, botanicals and even clays, charcoals and coffee, which helps not only exfoliate but also moisturize to boot. Complicated compound chemicals like sodium laureth sulfate, decyl glucoside and pentasodium pentetate have no place in these soaps, making Absolute a healthy, natural alternative to the mass-produced bars sold at most markets.
The varieties of soaps and scrubs seem endless, but we at Palm Beach Illustrated are, naturally, partial to the selections that share our name. The Palm Beach Illustrated Crush On You sugar scrub ($15, 10.5 oz.) stems from the soap Absolute created for our sixtieth anniversary issue in March 2012. Using a blend of lily, cantaloupe and sugarcane, the scent is simply divine. As for soap, detox from the social season with Absolute's Detox soap ($5.75, 3.6 oz. bar). It's made with a slew of all-natural ingredients, including activated bamboo charcoal and bentonite clay, which promise to help "draw toxins from the skin but never dry ... out." Plus, we love its cool, black color (left).
- Order at absolutesoap.com.
Sweet Tooth
When it comes to sweets, The Sugar Monkey in West Palm Beach delivers the goods. From cakes, cookies and brownies to sugary confections and treats—even goodies for the dog—the Sugar Monkey has a finger, toe and tail in the mix. We recommend the Monkey Mallows ($15 for a half-dozen)—handmade caramel marshmallow topped with chocolate and rolled in toasted coconut—and the Moon Pies ($15 for half dozen), which are made of caramel marshmallow sandwiched between graham crackers, then dipped in chocolate. If you have plans of a Mother's Day get-together, a decadent cake is in order. One can never go wrong with red velvet ($55) but for a seasonal Florida bite, order the pistachio-strawberry cake ($55), made with alternating layers of Sicilian pistachio and Florida strawberry buttercreams on chiffon cake.
- To purchase or make a special order, call 561-689-7844 or visit thesugarmonkey.com.
Picasso in the Making
Bring out Mom's artistic side at West Palm Beach's Uptown Art. Located in CityPlace, this low-stress art class is for those who have a creative streak but don't want to dedicate themselves to a full-blown course at an art center. Simply choose the class that suits your preference, bring some light snacks and drinks, and get to painting. An instructor will help the burgeoning artists along the journey, from first sketch and choosing colors to technique and finish. Classes can run from an hour and a half to three and a half hours, depending on canvas difficulty and instructor, and course costs start at $20. Check the calendar for your canvas of choice.
- On May 12 (Mother's Day), Uptown Art will hold a "Flowers in Pink for Mother's Day" class geared for mothers with children aged 12 and older. The class costs $30 per person and includes complimentary mimosas. Register here.
Dog's Best Friend
The work being done at the Big Dog Ranch Rescue is life-changing for not just the dogs at the facility but also the people who work, volunteer and adopt there.
The mission behind Big Dog Ranch is simple: "to provide shelter, care and affection to homeless and unwanted dogs of all breeds and to adopt them out to loving human companions." The no-kill shelter, situated on 28 acres in Wellington, truly puts the dogs first, as evident in the loving care they receive, the food given and the volunteers who spend their time with the animals. Even the adoption process ensures each dog will go to a loving and open home: Onsite visits match the proper dog to the adoptee, while at-home visits ensure the dog will enter a safe and loving environment.
This year, give Mom the unconditional love only a dog can bring by adopting from, volunteering at or donating to the Big Dog Ranch. There is nothing quite like dog ownership. Dogs are remarkable animals that always manage to put a smile on a person's face, regardless of how foul the mood or disposition may be. If the responsibility of dog ownership is not in your mother's future, sign the two of you up to volunteer. The need for volunteers is very real at Big Dog Ranch, from walking and playing with the animals on the property to fostering, making home and vet checks, or even marketing and manning events. No matter what you do, it's all for a great cause.
- Visit bdrr.org for more information about adopting, volunteering or donating. Any act is greatly appreciated—the wagging tail says so.
Cook Like A Pro
For many, personal cooking styles, recipes and tastes were greatly influenced by Mom. Filp the script this year and sign the two of you up for a cooking class.
Whole Foods Market Culinary Center is a great place to learn new recipes, discover the benefits of a healthy diet or simply bone up on cooking skills. Each location offers classes and seminars an array of topics, like maintaining a gluten-free diet, cake decorating and even providing homeopathic and nutritional therapies for dogs and cats.
Running demonstration and hands-on courses, Whole Foods offers classes for all skill levels and ages. Running between one to three hours, hands-on classes usually start with a brief lecture followed by cooking in small groups, with the instructor helpfully guiding the process. At the end of each class, participants get to dig in and eat.
- On May 16, the Palm Beach Gardens location offers a class on the Samuel Smith Beer Dinner, featuring traditional pub food and beer-infused recipes. Check with your local Whole Foods Market Culinary Center for upcoming classes and seminars.
The Publix Aprons Cooking School has become a favorite for chefs at all skill levels. Located in Boca Raton, this school essentially gives students a second kitchen geared for learning, practice and a little camaraderie. The course schedule changes monthly, and classes range in type (demonstration, hands-on, and kid or teen), subject and cuisine, and teacher. Classes usually run between two to three hours, with the onus put on fun with a little education thrown in to boot. Private classes are also available for those looking to home in on a specialty as well as group sessions. Classes range form one-time to multiple courses, with prices starting at $35.
- Visit Boca Raton's Publix Aprons Cooking School website for more information on scheduling, courses and cost.
Drink Up
For the oenophiles who have trouble making up their minds at the liquor store, The Wall Street Journal takes out the guesswork with the WSJwine Discovery Club. For $90 a month ($70 for the membership, $20 for shipping), Mom can have 15 bottles of reds, whites or mixed sent directly to her door, each hand-picked by the WSJwine team. Not limited to region, varietal or vintage, the selections are varied and vast, allowing for an almost encyclopedic drinking experience. For those who want to know what they're drinking before letting the bottle breathe, wsjwine.com has all the details, while tasting notes and serving advice come with each bottle. And as an added bonus, this wine-of-the-month club requires no obligation, meaning you can cancel whenever (but we're not sure why you would).
- For more information, click here.
Breakfast in Bed
For those looking for a more DIY approach to Mother's Day, may we recommend a personal favorite? Banana pancakes. The recipe is simple and will really show Mom you care.


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Bad dog breath is a condition pet owners know well, especially those who've dealt with it before. Scientifically known as halitosis, bad breath is often dismissed as something all dogs get, a symptom of their wild and woolly lives. This is unwise, as bad breath often emanates from much more serious dog health problems. If your pet is suffering from (or if you are suffering from) bad dog breath you should consult a veterinarian.
Bad breath can result from a variety of causes. It's important to figure out what the cause of your dog's bad breath is, so that you can address this problem. Here are a few examples of conditions that could lead to halitosis:
Since bad breath can signal a host of underlying problems, there is no one treatment for it. As a lack of proper dog dental care is the most common cause, often your veterinarian will simply recommend a professional teeth cleaning. Another common treatment is a modification in diet. If your veterinarian, however, determines a more serious cause of halitosis, it will require a more serious treatment and medication.
The key to keeping your dog's breath smelling fresh (or at least as fresh as any dog's breath smells) is to keep your dog healthy in all other aspects of his life, as breath is a good barometer for dog health. Good dog dental care, a balanced diet, and a watchful eye will go a long way towards keeping your dog's mouth fresh and his health in check.


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'Taps' for local post
The city of Dunkirk will be losing a Lake Shore Drive fixture Friday. The Frank Acquavia Memorial Post 1344 American Legion is closing its doors Friday at the close of business.
"It's not going to be any big fanfare or sendoff or anything like that, whoever shows up, shows up," Jim Muscato, the Post's financial officer/treasurer explained. "Our intention is to sell the place."
After years of declining membership and customers at the post, Muscato said it was time. He added about a dozen members show up on a weekly basis.
"It's just something that built up over a period of time. We were talking about this about a year ago. We tried to hold out as long as we could but it just got to the point where we're not making any ends meet now so it's time to make that decision," he explained. "We had a meeting. We sent letters out to all the regular Legion members informing them on what we were anticipating doing. We had a meeting about two months ago to discuss the situation and stated where we are at this point. There were like nine members who showed up and the nine members that were there all agreed to put it up for sale, go from there and keep the charter going and just carry on from there."
Muscato said the Post will keep its charter, which it received March 13, 1947 and work on the current building began in 1951. He stated at one time the Post had some 300 members while just 12 members have paid their dues for 2014. Currently the Post's enrollment, including the auxiliary and Sons of the Legion, is about 143 people, of whom some 66 are veterans.
Plans call for any funds left after the sale and final accounting to be used in a scholarship fund in the name of Frank Acquavia. Muscato added a display with material relating to Acquavia at Veterans Park Museum is a goal.
"He does have some family in the area and they are aware of the situation. If it doesn't work out at the Veterans Park we'll turn over what we feel they should have anyways," Muscato explained, adding the family was in favor of the display if it can be done. "I've been trying to get hold of certain people that were connected to the Post because some of the stuff was donated in their father's name or something like that. I'd rather they have it than just try to sell it."
Who was Frank Acquavia?
According to the Post's Facebook page, Acquavia was born in Dunkirk in 1917. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Acquavia of E. Second Street and he attended Dunkirk Industrial High School. He had a brother, Paschel, and sisters, Mary, Nancy, Helen, Janet, Mrs. Louis Skelly and Mrs. Justin Leone
Acquavia enlisted in the U.S. Army in April 1940 and was sent to the Philippines five months later. In 1941, Acquavia was captured on Corregidor, an island in the Philippines, during the opening days of the Pacific War.
While he was in Japanese custody, he and the other American prisoners were herded down to a sea plane landing pad area. Acquavia went to retrieve or find food that was hidden at a battery when a Japanese guard spotted him and opened fire, killing him instantly. This was witnessed by Jim Rossoto, a close friend of Acquavia's from Fredonia. Muscato said the now-deceased Rossoto, although not a member, would often come to the Post just to look at Acquavia's memorial plaque.
Acquavia's body was never recovered. His name is listed in the tablets of the missing at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial in the Philippines. He was awarded two citations for gallantry: the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was also awarded defense ribbons from Pearl Harbor, the American Theater of Operations in the Philippines and the South Pacific Theater of Operations.
Muscato has been a member for some 23 years and said the financials started going downhill when the smoking ban cut business some 75 percent. That led to a drop in sales at the bar and in money raised through the bell jars.
"No matter what functions we held there's just not enough people coming in. We kept our Memorial Day thing going, it was always a good fundraiser, we never had a problem there. Other than that, everything else declined," he continued. "Our main income came from the rental of the hall for banquets or weddings or whatever but you can only charge so much. We had a pretty steady thing there but that went downhill also to a certain point. We just couldn't depend on that to keep everything else going. … It just became time to shut the door."
Muscato said the majority of current members are Vietnam-era vets, with a few World War II and Korean War vets mixed in. The newer vets are not as interested.
"They want to get back to their families and back to work, that's what's on their agenda and you can't blame them," Muscato explained.
Post Adjutant Ed Gould, Post Commander for 10 years, has worked with Muscato in trying to finalize matters.
"If people don't come in we can't pay the bills," Gould stated. "We had a lot of good times there, one heck of a lot of good times. People come down there, they're like family."
Gould was asked if he would be present for last call.
"I doubt it, that's too late for me," he replied.
By close of business Friday, it will be too late for anyone to visit the place known to locals as the "Acq."


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|Ryan Lochte swims in the men's 200-yardard individual medley at the 2012
AT&T Winter National Championships on Nov. 29, 2012
Two major events will take place on U.S. soil this weekend when top American swimmers descend on Austin, Texas, for the AT&T Winter National Championships and top men's alpine skiers head to Beaver Creek, Colo., for the only domestic World Cup event this season. Several other U.S. Olympians and Olympic hopefuls are in action in the United States and around the world this weekend, too. Check out the Team USA Weekend Preview for all of the details.
AT&T Winter National Championships, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Austin, Texas
Ryan Lochte made a big splash Thursday night at the AT&T Winter National Championships with a near-record swim.
On the first night of the competition, which is packed with Olympic swimmers, Lochte, an 11-time Olympic medalist, won the 200-yard individual medley in 1 minute, 40.97 seconds. He was less than one second off the American record he set in 2007.
The three-day, short-course championships being held at the Jamail Texas Swimming Center in Austin also include Olympic swimmers Missy Franklin, Katie Ledecky, Haley Anderson, Jessica Hardy and Matt Grevers. Ledecky, the Olympic champion in the 800 free, and Anderson finished one-two Thursday in the women's 500 freestyle, and Hardy won the 50 freestyle. Grevers won the men's 50 free, edging Olympic teammate Davis Tarwater.
Franklin, a five-time medalist in the London 2012 Olympic Games, finished third in the women's 200 IM behind Celina Li and Stina Gardell. Frankin's upcoming races include the 100 backstroke and 200 freestyle Friday, and the 200 backstroke Saturday. She talked to TeamUSA.org prior to the meet.
Friday's competition includes the 200 freestyle, 100 butterfly, 100 breaststroke and 100 backstroke. Saturday's events include 100 freestyle, 200 backstroke, 200 breaststroke and 400 free relay. Ledecky will face Anderson again in the 1650 freestyle Saturday.
TV: 2 p.m.-3 p.m. ET Sunday, NBC
Audi FIS Alpine World Cup, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Beaver Creek, Colo.
Two-time Olympian Ted Ligety, who has already won World Cup gold this season, headlines a strong field in the only U.S. stop on the tour: the Birds of Prey Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup in Beaver Creek, Colo. The event begins Friday with the downhill competition.
Ligety is scheduled to ski in the downhill, Saturday's super-G and Sunday's giant slalom.
The downhill event also will feature U.S. skiers Marco Sullivan, Travis Ganong, Andrew Weibrecht, Steve Nyman, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Wiley Maple and Tommy Biesemeyer. The super-G will include Ligety, Sullivan, Ganong, Weibrecht, Bisemeyer and Cochran-Siegle. The giant slalom will include Ligety, Robby Kelley, Tommy Ford and Tim Jitloff.
Beyond the prestigious lineup of skiers competing, the talk around the event is of the superb Beaver Creek conditions.
"The snow conditions are the best in my memory," Ganong said. "This is my fourth year here and this is the quickest the snow's been. The speed coming off the bottom here off of Harrier Jump and Red Tail Jump, we're going really fast. You can feel the speed down here. It's such a pleasure to race on a surface as perfect as this."
"I would definitely say, as far as preparation, it is year in, year out, the standard for snow and just overall course preparation," Weibrecht said. "It really doesn't get any better and I've got a lot of respect for the volunteers and the staff that do the work to make this happen because it is far above and beyond any other venue that we ski on."
Some of the U.S. skiers talked to TeamUSA.org recently about competing in a World Cup on U.S. snow.
TV: 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. ET Saturday, Universal Sports; 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, NBC; 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, NBC Sports Network
Also in skiing:
Alpine World Cup, women's downhill and super-G, Nov. 29-Dec. 2, Lake Louise, Canada
Lindsey Vonn, who has been slowed with a stomach illness, is back in Lake Louise for two downhill and one super-G race this weekend. Vonn posted the fastest time in the first training run but did not ski Thursday.
Her teammate Stacey Cook said Vonn did not feel well in the morning.
"I had breakfast with her this morning and she seemed cheery and her normal self, so somewhere between breakfast and here I guess she wasn't feeling well," Cook said. "She'll be ready for tomorrow, I know it. She'll make all of us look bad again."
Vonn swept all three races last year. She's won 11 career World Cups at Lake Louise, which has been dubbed "Lake Lindsey".
Marion Rolland of France was fastest in training for the second straight day at the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup on Thursday.
Daniela Merighetti of Italy was second and Anna Fenninger of Austria was third.
TV: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. ET Friday, Universal Sports; 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Universal Sports
Ski Jumping World Cup, men, Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Kuusamo, Finland
Cross Country World Cup, men and women, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Kuusamo, Finland
Nordic Combined World Cup, Dec. 1-2, Kuusamo, Finland
World Cup, Dec. 1-2, Koenigssee, Germany
Two-time Olympian Erin Hamlin and 2010 Olympian Julia Clukey, along with men's luger Chris Mazdzer, will chase after podium finishes beginning Saturday in the second World Cup event of the season in Koenigssee, Germany. Clukey placed sixth last week in Igls, Austria.
Germany swept gold in women's singles and doubles, men's singles and the team relay in Igls. This week's event brings the Germans home, where many of the World Cups will be held this year. This week's World Cup was scheduled for Cesana, Italy, the course used for the 2006 Olympic Winter Games, but financial difficulties at the Cesana course caused the event to be moved to Koenigssee. Next week, the World Cup moves to Altenberg, Germany. Later in the season, Koenigssee will host another event.
"As far as having two races here in Koenigssee, I don't think many people are psyched on the idea of having five of our nine World Cups on German soil, except for the Germans, of course," said 2006 Olympian Preston Griffall.
"I wouldn't say that I'm glad to be racing here twice," Hamlin said. "I love sliding here, so it's fun and it's a great area. But having five World Cups in Germany in a season is just annoying."
U.S. Women's National Team vs. Republic of Ireland, Dec. 1, Glendale, Ariz.
Alex Morgan, who scored three goals Wednesday against the Republic of Ireland, will lead the U.S. Women's National Team against Ireland again on Saturday night at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The game is the seventh of 10 for the Olympic gold medalists in the Fan Tribute Tour, presented by Panasonic.
Morgan's second career hat trick Wednesday in Portland, Ore., pushed her 2012 goals total to 27. Only teammate Abby Wambach (31 goals in 2004) and Michelle Akers (39 goals in 1991) have scored more in one calendar year. Morgan's three goals came within 10 minutes of each other as the United States pulled away for a 5-0 win.
"I think a 5-0 win is good and obviously we want to keep that going," Morgan said after Wednesday's game. "We still have a few more games to go on the victory tour. Tonight I was feeling it, feeling comfortable with the ball and was taking shots because of the slick surface."
TV: 9:30 p.m. ET Saturday, Fox Soccer
Also in soccer:
U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team vs. Turkey, Nov. 30; vs. Portugal, Dec. 2, Nike International Friendlies, Lakewood Ranch, Fla.
UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup, Dec. 2, Roubaix, France
Katie Compton, who has won two gold medals in three UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup races this year, will go after a third on Sunday in Roubaix, France. Compton is the leader in the elite women's World Cup standings by 40 points and has medaled at every event. The one race Compton didn't win, the season opener in the Czech Republic, she captured silver.
Other U.S. racers on the tour include Amy Dombroski, who finished 11th in the elite women's race last week in Koksijde, Belgium, and Jonathan Page, who was 32nd in the elite men's race. Logan Owen is among the top U.S. juniors; he finished fifth last week in the junior men's race.
Webcast: 8:50 a.m. ET Sunday, universalsports.com
Also in cycling:
NEPCX NBX Gran Prix of Cross, USA Cycling Pro CX, Dec. 1-2, Warwick, R.I.
IGF World Cup, DTB Cup, Dec. 1-2, Stuttgart, Germany
Olympic bronze medalist Danell Leyva and Olympic alternate Elizabeth Price will compete this weekend at the DTB Cup in Stuttgart, Germany. Leyva earned the bronze medal in the all-around at the London 2012 Olympic Games and won gold at the AT&T American Cup.
Leyva will compete Sunday at Porsche-Arena, along with seven other men's competitors. Price is one of eight gymnasts in Saturday's women's all-around competition. The event is a part of the International Gymnastics Federation's all-around World Cup series.
Also in gymnastics:
Pan American Trampoline and Tumbling Championships, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Santiago de Queretaro, Mexico
Kalon Ludvigson, a three-time gold medalist in tumbling at World Cup competitions, is among four U.S. gymnasts who'll compete this weekend in the Pan American Trampoline and Tumbling Championships in Mexico. Preliminary competition will be held Friday and Saturday, followed by the finals Sunday.
Ludvigson, who has won two Pan Am Championships gold medals, will compete in tumbling. Other U.S. gymnasts are: Kristie Lowell, women's double mini-trampoline; Marina Moskalenko, tumbling and double-mini; and Austin Nacey, tumbling and double-mini.
NORCECA Beach Circuit, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Oranjestad, Aruba
Will Montgomery will seek his third consecutive gold medal on the NORCECA Beach Circuit when he teams up with Avery Drost at the final tournament of the season in Aruba. Montgomery won gold with Jon Mesko in St. Lucia and with Tony Ciarelli in Trinidad & Tobago. He also won silver with Tri Bourne at the NORCECA event in Chula Vista, Calif.
Two-time NORCECA medalist Summer Ross will team up with Tealle Hunkus as the No. 1 U.S. team in the women's tournament. Stevi Robinson will play with Kirby Burnham. The second men's team is Matt Motter and Derek Olson.
ISU Short Track World Cup, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Nagoya, Japan
J.R. Celski, a 2010 Olympian who has already broken a world record this season, leads the US Speedskating short track team to its third World Cup event in Nagoya, Japan. The races begin Friday.
Celski took silver and bronze medals at the last World Cup event in Montreal, and won gold with a world-record performance in the 500-meter race in Calgary. His silver medal in Montreal came in the 1,500. Other U.S. skaters include Travis Jayner, John-Henry Krueger, Chris Creveling, who earned bronze with Celski in a relay race at the Montreal World Cup.
IBU World Cup, Nov. 28-Dec. 2, Oestersund, Sweden
The men's 10-kilometer sprint race and women's 7.5k sprint race will be held Saturday at the IBU World Cup in Oestersund, Sweden. Those events will be followed Sunday by the men's 12.5k pursuit and women's 10k pursuit.
Annelies Cook was the highest-finishing American in the women's 15k individual race Thursday, placing 46th. She had a time of 50:53.5. The World Cup opener also featured a 17th-place finish by the U.S. mixed relay team Sunday. Tim Burke finished 33rd in the men's 20k individual event Wednesday.
Also in biathlon:
IBU Cup, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Beltostolen, Norway
FINA Synchronized Swimming World Trophy, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Mexico City
The Walnut Creek (Calif.) Aquanuts and five members of the U.S. Junior World Team will compete in the FINA Synchronized Swimming World Trophy, beginning Friday in Mexico City. Jamie Kuchan, a 2012 Junior World Team member, and Alexa Tchekmarev, a two-time Grand Slam national champion, will compete in the duet. Other World Team members are Morgan Boneburg, Karina Boyle and Sandra Ortellado.
Qubica AMF World Cup, Nov. 24-Dec. 2, Wroclaw, Poland
Marshall Kent rolled an average of 230.2 — a total of 3,453 pins — and was atop the men's leader board Thursday at the Qubica AMF World Cup in Wroclaw, Poland. Also near the top in the women's tournament was Danielle McEwan, who rolled 1170 over five games Thursday, advancing to the second round. She was one of 24 bowlers to advance to Friday's competition, an eight-game playoff that will trim the field down to eight. The finals in both the men's and women's tournament will be Saturday.
Youth World Championships, Nov. 29-Dec. 7, Yerevan, Armenia
Bantamweight fighter Gary Salazar scored a third-round stoppage victory Thursday over Shavkatbek Negmatov of Tajikistan, opening the Youth World Championships with a bang for the six-member U.S. team. Salazar will face Ali Ghouson on Saturday in the second round.
Maliek Montgomery, lightweight division; Edmundo Vasquez, flyweight; and Anthony Sims Jr., light heavyweight, will all compete in their opening-round bouts Friday. Norberto Torres and Julian Rodriguez lost their opening bouts Thursday. Preliminary-round bouts will be held through Sunday, followed by the quarterfinals Monday and Tuesday, the semifinals Dec. 6 and the championship round Dec. 7.
Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The USA Eagles were to play France on Friday, the first day of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens. The tournament is the second round of the HSBC Sevens World Series. Teams from 16 nations are competing. The Eagles are hoping for better than the 14th-place finish they had last month at the Gold Coast Sevens.
"For us, it's about being a team that other teams don't want to play; a team that can play in any style. We will play a fast game and a hard game," U.S. coach Alex Magleby said.
TV: 12 a.m. ET Saturday, Universal Sports; 11 p.m. Sunday, NBC Sports Network
Junior World Cup, men's and women's saber, Dec. 1, Dormagen, Germany
Nearly a month ago, Geoffrey Loss won a memorable gold medal. His win at the Kiev Junior World Cup in saber marked the first time in three years that a U.S. fencer had won gold at a Junior Saber World Cup. The Junior World Cup heads to Dormagen, Germany, for men's and women's competition Saturday. Skyla Powers opened her World Cup season by winning bronze two weeks ago in Sosnowiec, Poland.
Also in fencing:
Junior World Cup, men's epee, Dec. 1, Espoo, Finland
Regional Open Circuit, Charm City, Dec. 1-2, Baltimore
Regional Youth Circuit, Spirit of Youth, Dec. 1-2, Houston
Intercontinental Cup, Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Whistler, Canada
Matt Antoine, who finished 15th in men's skeleton at last week's World Cup event in Whistler, B.C., will return to Whistler this weekend for an Intercontinental Cup event. He is using the event to help further rehabilitate his recovery from surgery to repair a partial tear in his patella tendon. Next week, he'll be back to the World Cup.
"Matt will build strength back and will be back second half even better," coach Tuffy Latour said. "We expect big results from him at world championships if he can build back to 100 percent from his surgery."
FINA Youth World Championships, Dec. 1-9, Perth, Australia
A men's squad and a women's squad will represent the United States at the FINA Youth World Championships, which begin Saturday in Perth, Australia. The men's team, coached by Jason Lynch, will begin play Sunday, when it plays Hungary. The women's team, coached by Kyle Kopp, opens play Sunday against India.
Also in water polo:
NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship, Dec. 1-2, McDonald's Swim Stadium, Los Angeles, Calif.
Saturday's semifinals, USC (27-0) vs. Air Force Academy (19-10); UCLA (27-4) vs. St. Francis College (N.Y.) (16-8).
World Sledge Hockey Challenge, Dec. 2-8, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The U.S. National Sled Hockey Team will begin play Sunday in the World Sledge Hockey Challenge, when it faces Norway at the Markin MacPhail Centre in Calgary, Canada. Among the leading players on Team USA are goaltender Steve Cash, defenseman Taylor Chace and forward Alexi Salamone. Team USA has won its last three major international tournaments, including the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Games and 2012 IPC World Sledge Hockey Championships.
Team USA will also play Japan on Monday and Canada on Wednesday. The semifinals of the four-team tournament is Thursday, followed by the medal round Dec. 8.
American Open and Youth World Championship Team Trials, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Palm Springs, Calif.
Competition begins Friday in the American Open Weightlifting Championships and Youth World Championship Team Trials in Palm Springs, Calif. Among the featured divisions will be the men's 85- and 94-kilogram weight classes to be held Saturday night at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The Youth World Championship Team Trials are scheduled for Friday.
IJF Grand Slam, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, Tokyo
Competition begins Friday in the International Judo Federation (IJF) Grand Slam in Tokyo.
International Roller Cup, Dec. 2, Modena, Italy
Competition in men's and women's singles, dance and artistic couple among the best roller skaters in the world will be featured at the International Roller Cup in Modena, Italy. Six skating teams of four athletes each will participate, including the United States.
TV: 10 a.m.-noon ET Sunday, ESPN3
Story courtesy Red Line Editorial, Inc. Paul D. Bowker is a freelance contributor for TeamUSA.org. Material from various news services and press releases from National Governing Bodies was used to compile this report. This story was not subject to the approval of any National Governing Bodies.


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NOTAR: More than What it Appears to Be
MD Helicopters gave Rotor & Wing a chance to fly the MD600 and a close-up look at the technology that drives the NOTAR system
It's been a while—about 22 years—since certification was awarded for a helicopter design that then and now gets a second look from many who see it. Aviation enthusiasts stare at it and say, "Oh, I get it," though they often don't. And non-aviation types just know that something is missing, even if it takes them a little while to figure out what.
The technology is called NOTAR, an acronym for "no tail rotor." And the concept was pretty simple: Get rid of that pesky, noisy, dangerous tail rotor, and replace it with something safer and more effective.
Hughes Aircraft—the developer and original patent holder of the NOTAR, as well as the builders of the model 500 helicopter it was first made available on—would change owners and names several times before being acquired by its current owner, billionaire investor Lynn Tilton, founder of parent company Patriarch Partners. Tilton retained the most recently used name, MD Helicopters, and continues to offer three aircraft lines with the NOTAR system: the single-engine MD520N, its stretched brother the MD600, and the twin-engine MD902 series dubbed the Explorer. (The company still sells several variations of its tail rotor-equipped MD500, as well.)
Oddly enough, the science behind NOTAR was not new in 1990 when the first MD520N was delivered. In fact, a portion of it predates the first fully functional helicopters ever produced.
Hughes engineers, as well as most everyone in the aviation world, were aware of the biggest hazard associated with the penny farthing layout: People were either getting chopped to bits by inadvertently walking into the tail rotor, or pilots were generating all kinds of damage and injuries if they accidentally struck something with the tail of their aircraft.
At first glance, the NOTAR systems seems to fix that by replacing the tail rotor with a nozzle that directs thrust from the engine's exhaust to the left or right as needed to counteract main rotor torque. But there are actually three things going on that make the NOTAR system work, and harnessing engine exhaust is not one of them.
To make that happen, they installed a fan—dubbed the NOTAR fan—near the root of the tail boom to draw air through an inlet located behind the main rotor mast. The fan forces that air down the inside of the boom and then overboard through long, horizontal slots at the 3 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions. And while those slots are barely noticeable from the outside, they vent enough air to help lower the pressure of the main rotor's downwash as it hugs the curvature of the right side of the tail. The higher pressure remaining on the left side of the boom creates lift that acts horizontally to the right, thus resisting a substantial amount of the unwanted, clockwise hull rotation induced by the main rotor.
The third and final part of the NOTAR system is the vertical stabilizers. The one on the left works just like a rudder on an airplane: deflect it to the right, it yaws the nose of the aircraft to the right; deflect it to the left, and the nose yaws left. However, the two stabilizers do not work in unison. Unlike the left stabilizer, which is controlled by the pilot's pedal inputs, the right unit is moved by a yaw stability augmentation system (YSAS). The YSAS consists of a small electro-mechanical actuator that moves the right stab based on information received from a yaw rate gyro and lateral accelerometer installed in the cockpit. With the switch on, the system counteracts any Dutch roll the aircraft might experience much quicker than the pilot could.
From a pilot's perspective, the main rotor downwash, jet thruster, and vertical stabs that make up the NOTAR system do not create anything terribly foreign to even the newest helicopter aviator. From an engineering standpoint, the three facets of the system work seamlessly.
When the pilot begins pulling in power to lift the ship off the ground, the counterclockwise rotation of the main rotor blades still requires a left pedal input to keep the nose straight. Upon doing so, a mixing unit makes three simultaneous adjustments. First, it changes the pitch of the blades on the NOTAR fan, which increases the volume of air it pumps down the tail boom to the slots and jet thruster. Second, it rotates the thruster cone to pass more air out of the left side of the assembly than the right. And third, the mixer turns the trailing edge of the left stabilizer to the right. The amount of left pedal applied matches the amount of movement applied to each member of the NOTAR system. But this does not mean that the Coanda Effect, the thruster and the vertical fins are playing an equal role.
At any given phase of flight, counteracting main rotor torque requires different amounts of help from the three aspects of NOTAR. In a hover, 60 percent of the anti-torque function is gained from the downwash of the main rotor through the Coanda Effect, while the remaining 40 percent is handled by the thruster. With no airflow passing around them, the vertical stabs, while still following commands from the mixing unit, aren't helping at all. As the aircraft passes through effective translational lift—roughly between 16 and 24 knots—the downwash associated with the Coanda Effect becomes less helpful, forward airflow brings the stabilizers into play, and the thruster continues to provide a significant amount of yaw control. At approximately 60 knots and above, things will change again, as the stabilizers take on most of the anti-torque duties, the thruster helps out, and the Coanda Effect provides only minimal assistance.
In the event of an autorotation, the pilot will work the pedals the way he or she would in any other flight profile, because the NOTAR fan will still be driven by the main rotor transmission, which will be driven by the autorotating main rotor. The thruster and stabilizers will also continue to function because they are mechanically attached to the pedals by cables and control rods. Even the YSAS is helping out, as long as electrical power is still present.
Toward the end of the NOTAR's development, engineers were already happy to find that a NOTAR-equipped helicopter cruising at 110 knots and 500 feet. AGL created a cone of noise that extended only half the distance of other aircraft in its class. This, they say, is due to the elimination of the turbulent air generated by a tail rotor, and makes it arguably the quietest helicopter in the world.
Best of all, NOTAR is a very safe anti-torque system. Even when running at full power, there isn't thing that will hurt ground personnel. Stick the tail in the trees, and you'll only scratch the paint. Come near the thruster, and your hat will be blown off.


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We gathered tips from Bastyr students about caring for their bodies, spirits and hungry, hungry minds.Read more »
In addition to welcoming our students to a new academic year at our annual convocation ceremony, we also welcome a new campus in San Diego – full of students, faculty and staff.Read more »
The beloved healer and teacher revealed his personal side in a candid 1989 interview.Read more »
Approximately 400 students, alumni and friends of Bastyr University attended the grand opening celebration of the new San Diego campus on September 14, 2012.Read more »
Our students spotted whales, studied on the beach, hiked, climbed, volunteered, listened for nature's spirit and lived it up in the sunny Northwest summer. See their postcards!Read more »
Katie Strobe is the first naturopathic medicine student awarded the Poncin Scholarship, which aids ambitious young people who are engaged in medical research in Washington state,Read more »
On September 14, 2012, Bastyr University California welcomes its first class of more than 50 naturopathic doctoral (ND) students to the state's first and only regionally accredited school for naturopathic medicine.Read more »
Interest in sleep medicine first led alumna Catherine Darley, ND ('02), to Bastyr University, and now she has started the Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine to further "bridge the field of sleep health and naturopathy."Read more »
Master's nutrition graduate Lisa Harper is helping small to medium-sized farms harvest extra produce for communities in need.Read more »
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Comedian Chelsea Peretti On '50 Shades of Grey,' Twitter
She's written for series like "Parks and Recreation" and "The Sarah Silverman Show," among others. She's appeared on "Tosh.0" and "Louie." She's made her name as a sought-after stand-up comedian. And she's not afraid to tell you that she's truly one of the greats. In this video, WatchMojo.com heads to Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival to speak with Chelsea Peretti about why she's one of the greats, why "are women funny?" is still a question, and what her take is on Twitter. We also discuss the hugely popular book "Fifty Shades of Grey" and why it's so damn popular. And hilarious.


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Myth Busted - All Venture Caps Make Money
When Facebook(FB) went public, some of the hype generated was due to the parade of early investors that made millions on their relatively small investments. This made small investors figure it was a deal they wanted to get in on. If the smart money liked it, it must be good; if they made millions, so will I.
The facts, however, contradict the myth. It turns out that venture-cap returns haven't significantly outperformed the market since the late 1990s, according to a study by the Kaufman Foundation. Since 1997, less cash has been returned to investors than has been invested. Only four of 30 venture-cap funds with over $400 million in committed capital delivered better returns than a publicly traded small-cap common stock index.
Kaufman analyzed 100 different funds and found that a majority of the funds -- 62 out of 100 -- failed to exceed returns that investors could have gotten in the public market after fees and carry costs were paid. Fees are a sticky subject. Typically VCs earn 2% per year for a management fee for the first five years of a fund. On top of that, they also take 20% of the profits of each deal when it is sold; this is commonly known as the 2 and 20.
Most people believe that VCs are paid by performance. However, two different studies determined that they earn one-half to two-thirds of their revenue from the management fees -- essentially making them very handsomely paid asset managers. If the VCs are so good at making sweet deals like Facebook, then why, a smart investor might ask, are they so dependent on these fixed fees?
Of course, most people are more than willing to pay for performance if their investment can beat the market. Kaufman's data looked at the years between 1989 and 2010 and found that only 25 of 96 funds beat the market by 3%. So maybe the grass isn't greener on the other side, unless you are in with the popular crowd. It seems the great returns are concentrated in a small number of select firms. Cambridge Associates noted there are about 50 "top-performing" VC funds. So if you are hoping to beat the public odds with a venture-cap manager, then only go with the top tier names.


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I just got word of what sounds like a cool show - this saturday in Valdosta GA
Badfinger/Rascals/Hollies/Wings/Moody Blues
It's a one-off gig folks...but so many great songs in one night!
Felix Cavaliere from The Rascals
Joey Molland from Badfinger
Denny Laine from Moody Blues and Wings
Terry Sylvester from The Hollies
The Band:
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1st Annual Hippiefest Concert
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Valdosta, Georgia
Feb. 24, 2007 @ 3:00pm - $15 (cheap!)
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ALSO APPEARING: Eric Burdon & the Animals, Iron Butterfly, Melanie, Country Joe McDonald & more...
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Hannover Medical School, MHH
Hannover, Germany
Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty with stenting (1-2 stents) of lower extremity arterial disease (program ID: 245129)
Axel Haverich
Department of Thoracic, Transplant, Vascular and Cardiosurgery
Specialized in: cardiosurgery, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery
Department of Thoracic, Transplant, Vascular and Cardiosurgery is one of the excellent clinics of the Medical University of Hannover. Thanks to the joint work of many medical disciplines, the interdisciplinary treatment concepts offered in the clinic in every field of cardiac, thoracic, transplant and vascular surgery made possible. The clinic develops optimal and individual concept of therapy at weekly meetings of patients. The main activities of the clinic for cardiac, thoracic, transplant and vascular surgery is coronary surgery, valve surgery, aortic, vascular surgery, using a pacemaker or defibrillator, thoracic surgery, heart support systems, organ transplantation, department of transplantation and artificial heart, surgery of congenital heart diseases, intensive care, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and cardiotechnology.
The clinic is one of the leading clinics in the world in terms of surgical treatment of diseases of the thoracic and peritoneal aorta. The clinic is working continuously at further improvement of the known methods, in particular, on reduction of risks inherent in neurological surgery. Thus, a team of experts has reached an extremely low level of complications of aortic surgery. At the same time, the thoracic aortic intraluminal stents for dissections and aneurysms and used increasingly. An important milestone in the treatment of aortic dissection is a common development of the so-called technology of "elephant's trunk" in the clinic, which is now used worldwide.
The combination of surgical and interventional (catheter) measures, such as, for example, hybrid prosthesis developed in the clinic, opens up the sparing but still effective and long-lasting treatment opportunities.
With regard to the clinic of cardiac, thoracic, transplant and vascular surgery, it is recommended in the list of the top hospitals according to FOCUS.
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- metabolic status (uric acid, total glucose, HbA1c)
- cardiovascular disease risk markers
- kidney function test (creatinine, urea)
- doppler/ duplex receptacles of lower extremities
- angio-MRI from aorta and of lower extremities
- duplex peripheral arteries
- preoperative care
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Debates of April 23rd, 2012
House of Commons Hansard #108 of the 41st Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was refugees.
- Question Period
- Board of Internal Economy
- Canada Post Corporation Act
- Committees of the House
- Protecting Canada's Immigration System Act
- Blainville-Boisbriand Armada
- Stanley Cup Playoffs
- Earth Day
- The Budget
- Léonard Otis and Gilles Roy
- Transcona Centennial Celebration
- Community Contributions by Firefighters
- Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Awards for Bravery
- Plast
- Food Inspection
- Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
- Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- The Environment
- Status of Women
- Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Government Services
- The Environment
- National Defence
- Public Safety
- Elections Canada
- Ethics
- Elections Canada
- Official Languages
- Agriculture and Agri-Food
- Justice
- Employment Insurance
- Seniors
- The Environment
- Health
- Immigration
- Natural Resources
- Government Programs
- Government Appointments
- International Trade
- Economic Development
- The Environment
- Presence in Gallery
- Points of Order
- Government Response to Petitions
- Committees of the House
- Ways and Means
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Questions Passed as Orders for Returns
- Privilege
- Protecting Canada's Immigration System Act
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, I welcome the hon. member to her new file and I look forward to working with her. We have been able to work together successfully in the past, but she does need to get some of her facts right. I am happy to give her any briefing that she needs to get up to speed on the file because during the recent global recession we did add significantly to EI benefits. We gave all claimants an extra five weeks worth of benefits and we invested significantly in training programs to help people get back to work.
The CEIFB is doing its job but we want to ensure that employers are limited in how much they have to pay.
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Anne-Marie Day Charlesbourg—Haute-Saint-Charles, QC
Mr. Speaker, that is not an answer and it does nothing to reassure the thousands of workers who have lost their jobs, workers like the ones at Aveos who still do not have work to pay their bills.
We are asking the government to invest in public services instead of making cuts. The government created the Employment Insurance Financing Board of Canada to the tune of millions of dollars that did not go to help the unemployed.
Why waste money on a financing board that is not being used, when essential services for the unemployed are inadequate?
Employment Insurance
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, I welcome that member to her file as well but she needs to understand that business needs to be competitive, which is why we need to ensure that we keep the increases in EI premiums limited. We do need to balance the EI account over the long term, but we need to keep those costs limited to create jobs because that is the best way to overcome poverty and that is the best way to help Canadian families. It would be nice if the NDP for once would support us in our effort to help Canadian families.
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe Pierrefonds—Dollard, QC
Mr. Speaker, after scandals and ethical problems, this government refuses to be transparent about old age security. Even though thousands of Canadians are worried about their golden years, the minister continues to turn a deaf ear. She refuses to say how much this government will save on the backs of the most vulnerable seniors by pushing the age of eligibility from 65 to 67.
Will the minister finally stop hiding information and start telling the whole truth about this unacceptable measure?
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, the truth is that no senior will feel the effects of the changes to the old age security program because the changes do not start until 2023.
Changes to OAS are all about the long-term sustainability of that particular program.
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Irene Mathyssen London—Fanshawe, ON
Mr. Speaker, the minister keeps trying to confuse the issue and divert attention away from the fact that the Conservatives are raising the age for OAS. This is a move that will only punish the poorest seniors, the most vulnerable. However, the minister is silent on how much money will be unfairly taken away from tomorrow's seniors.
Canadians of all ages are wondering why the government is hiding the numbers. Will the minister stand up and tell Canadians exactly how much this punitive measure is supposed to save?
Oral Questions
2:50 p.m.
Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Mr. Speaker, the changes to OAS are not part of the deficit reduction program that this government is bringing in now to ensure we get back to a balanced budget in the near future. We are talking 10 years out or more before these changes come into effect. We need to face the fact that Canadians are living longer. Where life expectancy used to be 68, it is now closer to 85. Many Canadians are working longer by choice. We want to ensure the old age security system is there when they retire and for future generations.
The Environment
Oral Questions
April 23rd, 2012 / 2:50 p.m.
Kirsty Duncan Etobicoke North, ON
Mr. Speaker, for decades, the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency and the National Energy Board have been arm's-length organizations that use consultation and science to ensure a balanced approach to energy projects, the environment and the health and safety of Canadians. Now Canada's environmental system is in shambles and cabinet will get the final say over decisions made by the NEB.
Would the minister explain why political expediency is more important than science and the health and safety of Canadians?
The Environment
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Cypress Hills—Grasslands
David Anderson Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and for the Canadian Wheat Board
Mr. Speaker, nothing can be further from the truth. Our government is focused on jobs, growth and prosperity for Canadians. We will focus on four major areas as we review the environmental process for major economic projects. We want to make the review process more predictable and timely. We will reduce duplication and regulatory burden. We will be strengthening environmental protection and we will enhance consultation with aboriginal people.
I wonder why the member opposite is so opposed to timely reviews, protecting the environment and consulting with aboriginal communities.
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Carolyn Bennett St. Paul's, ON
Mr. Speaker, unbelievably, the Minister of Health has made aboriginal health the number one target for cuts in her department. She has cut programs for diabetes, youth suicide and aboriginal health human resources. She says that she is protecting front-line services. Does the minister really believe that disease prevention and health promotion is not a front-line service?
A minister has choices. Could the minister explain to the House why her cuts target the population with the worst health outcomes in Canada, the aboriginal people of Canada?
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Leona Aglukkaq Minister of Health and Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Mr. Speaker, as an aboriginal person I take that type of line of questioning to be unacceptable.
Our government has ensured that we have protected the front-line services of all health care services across the sector. Our government takes first nations health seriously. There were a number of funding initiatives in budget 2012 to improve water systems on reserve. We are funding $30 million annually for aboriginal health research. Last year, we invested $2.2 billion in first nations and Inuit health programs. Why does the member not support that?
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Jinny Sims Newton—North Delta, BC
Mr. Speaker, the F-35s and the prisons agenda are not the only places that we are seeing wild improvisation from the government. The Conservatives have decided to hit the delete button on the files of 300,000 people in the federal skilled worker program. In that group are potential new Canadians who followed the rules and are simply being punished because of years of government inaction and inadequacy.
What happened to fairness when it comes to our immigration system and why this colossal betrayal of trust?
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Calgary Southeast
Jason Kenney Minister of Citizenship
Mr. Speaker, I commend the member on her appointment as the immigration spokesman for the official opposition. I look forward to working with her, although I suspect from time to time I will not agree with her.
On this matter, we simply have to move beyond the legacy backlogs that the Liberal government left.
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
An hon. member
That you created.
Oral Questions
2:55 p.m.
Jason Kenney Calgary Southeast, AB
No, Mr. Speaker. When we came to office, 840,000 people were waiting up to eight years in the backlog thanks to a decade of Liberal mismanagement.
We are fixing the problems we inherited and, thanks to this difficult but necessary decision, within 18 months we will have a real time immigration system where we will be admitting people who have applied within months rather than years.


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Stocks Finish Mixed on Tech Pullback
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- The major U.S. stock averages finished mixed Friday as weakness in technology stocks negated much of the early euphoria about a surprise decline in the unemployment rate last month.
For the week though, Wall Street finished solidly in the green, getting October off to a strong start.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up nearly 35 points, or 0.26%, at 13,610, pulling back after running as high as 13,662 earlier in the day. The blue-chip index, which finished the week up 1.3%, is now up 11.4% so far in 2012.
Breadth within the Dow was positive with gainers outpacing laggards, 20 to 10. The biggest percentage risers were Boeing ( BA) , du Point ( DD) , Home Depot ( HD) , and Intel ( INTC) .
The biggest Dow decliners were UnitedHealth ( UNH) , Hewlett-Packard ( HPQ) , and Bank of America (BAC) .
HP shares drifted lower after the stock was cut to neutral from buy at Sterne Agee. The firm said the challenges the computer giant faces look to be both secular and structural in nature.
The S&P 500 dipped less than a point, or 0.03%, to settle at 1461, but closed the benchmark index was still 1.4% higher on the week. Year-to-date, it's up 16.2%.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq, though, took a sizable hit, falling more than 13 points, or 0.42%, to finish at 3136. It still gained 0.64% for the past five days and has jumped 20.4% in 2012.
The strongest sectors in the broad market were consumer non-cyclicals, transportation and conglomerates. Aside from technology, consumer cyclicals, energy and utilities were weak.
Apple ( AAPL) was a big headwind for the broad market as shares of the iPhone maker lost more than 2% to close at $652.59 on heavier than normal volume of more than 21.1 million. The stock has now seen a decline in seven of the past 10 sessions and is off 7.4% since hitting an all-time high of $705.07 on Sept. 21.
Breadth was mixed with gainers running slightly ahead of losers on the New York Stock Exchange but decliners outpacing advancers on the Nasdaq. Volume totaled 3.17 billion on the Big Board and 1.61 billion on the Nasdaq.
By far the biggest news of the day was the jobs data. The Bureau of Labor Statistics said nonfarm payrolls rose by 114,000 in September , just slightly ahead of the 113,000 consensus estimate, with the majority of the hiring coming in the health care and transportation and warehousing sectors.
The unemployment rate came in at a 44-month low of 7.8%, down from 8.1%, as the labor force participation rate edged up to 63.6% versus 63.5% previously; economists were predicting that the unemployment rate had risen to 8.2%.


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Tax Credit Release
Consumers Earn up to a $1,500 Tax Credit When Purchasing a Clean, Green Heating Appliance
Arlington, VA (April 1, 2010) – As the tax deadline approaches, the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) reminds homeowners of the opportunity to save big when installing a new wood or pellet stove or fireplace insert. A federal consumer tax credit designed to encourage energy-conscious purchases covers 30 percent of the cost of clean, fuel efficient stoves and fireplace inserts, up to a maximum credit of $1,500. Those who installed a qualifying stove or fireplace insert in 2009 can claim the credit on this year's returns and for those looking to save on next year's taxes, the credit extends through 2010.
"Tax season has arrived, and many families are looking for ways to maximize their returns and reduce their tax bills," said Jack Goldman, president & CEO of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association. "Fireplace inserts and stoves have long been a great option for saving money because they cut energy costs and add value to homes. With this new tax credit, the incentive has never been greater."
A wide variety of clean-burning wood and pellet stoves and fireplace inserts qualify for the credit, including several Vesta Award winners and finalists recently showcased at the industry's annual indoor-outdoor living trade show, HPBExpo.
How it Works
The tax credit – which can lower your tax bill on a dollar-for-dollar basis – applies to stoves or fireplace inserts purchased between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010 that:
- Burn a biomass fuel source like wood or renewable pellets
- Will be installed in an existing principal residence, not a newly constructed house or vacation home
- Meet a minimum 75% efficiency rating as certified by the manufacturer
Purchasers of qualifying stoves and inserts can claim the credit on their federal tax return using IRS Form 5695: Residential Energy Credits. These consumers should save their receipt and the manufacturer's certification that states the appliance they purchased is eligible. Installation and venting costs are included in calculating the credit's total value, as long as professional installation is required for the proper and safe operation of the stove.
Get the Facts
To help consumers learn more and find the right stove or fireplace insert for their home, HPBA developed a special website – www.hpba.org/taxcredit – with useful tools that include:
- Tax Credit FAQ. Get answers to commonly asked questions about how the credit works, what qualifies and how much you can save.
- Wood vs. Pellet. Learn the difference between appliances that use these two efficient and eco-friendly fuel sources.
- Fuel Efficiency Calculator. Home experts estimate that stoves and inserts can reduce annual heating costs by 20 to 40 percent. To help consumers evaluate their options, HPBA developed an online calculator that approximates annual savings depending on your home's current heating source and the fuel you select. The fuel calculator is also available as a widget that can be embedded on your own website.
- Specialty Retailer Locator. HPBA members provide the expertise, personal service and product selection consumers need to make the right decision. Find the store closest to you by entering your zip code in HPBA's retailer locator.
About Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA)
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association based in Arlington, VA, is the North American industry association for manufacturers, retailers, distributors, representatives, service firms and allied associates for all types of hearth, barbecue and patio appliances, fuels and accessories. The association provides professional member services and industry support in education, statistics, government relations, marketing, advertising and consumer education. There are more than 2,500 members in the HPBA. For more information, please visit www.hpba.org.