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University of the Sea (UOS)
The University of the Sea / Université de la Mer is a partnership between GRID-Arendal, the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO, and several universities in the Asia-Pacific region. The UOS is dedicated to building marine science capacity. It aims to bring together senior researchers and young local scholars to address marine science issues of direct interest to their region.
In 2010 the UOS participated in 3 research cruises. The last of these brought together UOS Shelf partners from SOPAC (Pacific Islands Applied GeoScience Commission) and the small island state of Tuvalu to participate in a French research cruise in the Pacific. The cruise was focused on obtaining data for the French extended continental shelf submission related to the Territoire des îles Wallis et Futuna, which are adjacent to the islands of Tuvalu. The cruise leader, Dr Walter Roest from Ifremer, has been a long time supporter of the UOS and was instrumental in helping to organise the participation of the UOS sponsored personnel. The research programme was expanded to allow collection of geophysical data relevant to the submission of Tuvalu. This data is essential in proving natural prolongation from the Tuvalu landmass to the area of extended continental shelf on the Robbie Ridge.
Apart from Papua New Guinea, the other 9 Pacific States making submissions for extended continental shelf have used existing data, as the cost of collecting new data is prohibitive. However, in order to make final submissions related to the preliminary information documents submitted by the Federated States of Micronesia, Palau and the Solomon Islands and the final submission for Kiribati, some additional data is required. It is therefore hoped that the UOS can find other partners to support these countries in the collection of essential data.
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…a shipment of bath toys missing for 19 years has led to greater knowledge of the world's oceans? The small, yellow ducks were in a crate that fell off the deck of a container ship during a journey across the Pacific from Hong Kong in January 1992. Since then, some have washed up on the shores of Hawaii and Alaska; others have been stuck in Arctic ice; and at least one is believed to have been found on a beach in Scotland.
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…Semporna, Malaysia may have the world's highest marine biodiversity? The Semporna Marine Ecological Expedition (December 2010) yielded a record number of species including some new to science.
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Cook is wondering what to do with the company's $97.6 billion
There's no doubt that Apple is a cash cow. Just last year, many reports started circulating that the tech giant had
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, where Apple ended June 2011 with $76.2 billion and the government had $73.8 billion. Now, Apple CEO Tim Cook is saying that the company has more money than it needs.
At the annual shareholders' meeting on Thursday, which is the first since former Apple CEO Steve Jobs' death, Cook tried to determine whether Apple should stop
hoarding cash
the way Jobs has been for years, or if it's time to stick a hand in the $97.6 billion cookie jar and pay shareholders a dividend this year.
Apple used to pay shareholders a quarterly dividend, but stopped doing so in 1995 because of Apple's financial hardships. Apple even had to turn to Microsoft for a $150 million infusion around the time that Jobs came back as CEO in 1997.
After those dark times, Jobs held on to every cent that the company made. When the new millennium rolled around, Apple started seeing great success with Macs, Macbooks, iPods/iPod touch's,
. Despite the large amount of cash coming in, Jobs continued pinching pennies.
Now, Jobs has been deceased since October 5, 2011, and Cook is looking to use some of the money that it has because he said "it's more than we need to run the company." The problem is figuring out what to do with the money.
Paying a dividend to shareholders would offer a long-term increase to Apple's stock price because it would lure new investors who only buy shares in companies with a dividend.
However, Apple shareholder Asif Khan of Sugar Land, Texas suggested that Cook not provide a quarterly dividend every three months because it might be misinterpreted by some investors that Apple is losing faith in its ability to continue pushing its stock price higher as the company keeps introducing popular products. Rather, Khan would prefer Apple to pay a one-time divided later this year before the federal tax rate limits dividends to 15 percent.
Apple's stock has soared 50 percent over the past year, producing about $160 billion in shareholder wealth and now has a market value of $480 billion. Shares of Apple rose less than 1 percent to $516.39 at closing yesterday.
Another suggestion of what to do with the cash was to buy Greece, which is currently experiencing a debt crisis, but Cook said Apple is not interested.
The cash cow is only likely to get larger with Apple planning several product and software launches this year. For instance, the
iPad 3
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Tom, the valve screws into the supply line inside the house. Probably a tee with a female adapter soldered into it or similar arrangement. It may be quite tight, so use two wrenches to be sure you don't twist the pipes. The main thing in the installation to be sure the valve is oriented properly so up is up. Again, use two wrenches to tighten to avoid twisting pipe. The two wrenches may be overkill, but that beats having to cut and replace pipes!
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When should your child first see a dentist? You can take your child at a younger age, but experts recommend taking him or her by about 12 months at the latest.
At this time, the dentist can give you information on:
Baby bottle tooth decay
Infant feeding practices
Mouth cleaning
Pacifier habits
Finger-sucking habits
If possible, schedule morning appointments so young children are alert and fresh.
Prepare a preschooler or older child for the visit by giving him or her a general idea of what to expect. Explain why it is important to go to the dentist. Build excitement and understanding.
Discuss your questions and concerns with the dentist. Remember that your feeling toward dental visits can be quite different from your child's. Be honest with your view of the dentist. If you have dental anxieties, be careful not to relate those fears or dislikes to the child. Parents need to give moral support by staying calm while in the dental exam room. Children can pick up parents' anxieties and become anxious themselves.
At the first visit, give the dentist your child's complete medical history. For a restoration visit, like getting a cavity filled, tell the dentist if your child has stubborn, defiant, anxious, or fearful traits in other life experiences.
Watch how your child reacts. Many parents are able to anticipate their child's possible response to certain situations and should inform the dentist. Certain behaviors may be linked to the age of your child:
10 to 24 months. Some securely attached children may experience developmental separation and become upset when taken from their parents for an exam.
2 to 3 years. A securely attached child may be able to cope with a brief separation from parents. In a 2-year-old, "no" may be a common response.
3 years. Three-year-olds should not be expected to accept separation from their parents for restoration treatment procedures like getting a cavity filled. This is because most 3-year-olds are not socially mature enough to separate from parents.
4 years. Most children should be able to sit separately from parents for exams and treatment procedures.
Your child's first dental visit is to help your child feel comfortable with the dentist. The first dental visit is recommended by 12 months of age, or after several baby teeth have erupted. The first visit usually lasts 30 to 45 minutes. Depending on your child's age, the visit may include a thorough exam of the teeth, jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check growth and development. If needed, your child may also have a gentle cleaning. This includes polishing teeth and removing any plaque, tartar, and stains. The dentist may show you and your child proper home cleaning like flossing, and advise you on the need for fluoride. Because baby teeth fall out, X-rays aren't usually recommended for diagnosing decay. X-rays are used to see if the root of a jammed baby tooth may be affecting an adult tooth. In general, it is best not to use X-rays in young children unless absolutely necessary.
Like adults, children should see the dentist every 6 months. Some dentists may schedule visits more often, every 3 months, to build comfort and confidence in the child, or to monitor a development problem.
Here are some tips to protect your children's teeth:
Before teeth erupt, clean gums with a clean, damp cloth.
Start brushing with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush and a very small amount of toothpaste, about the size of a grain of rice, when your child's first tooth appears. Use a pea-sized dab of fluoridated toothpaste after 3 years of age, once the child is old enough to spit out the toothpaste after brushing.
Prevent baby bottle tooth decay. Don't give children a bottle of milk, juice, or sweetened liquid at bedtime or when put down to nap.
Limit the time your child has a bottle. Your child should empty a bottle in 5 to 6 minutes or less.
Help your child brush his or her own teeth until 7 to 8 years of age. Allow the child to watch you brush, and follow the same brushing pattern to reduce missed spots.
Avoid foods and treats that increase tooth decay like hard or sticky candies, fruit leather, and sweetened drinks and juice. Offer fruit rather than juice. The fiber in fruit tends to scrape the teeth clean, while juice just exposes the teeth to sugar.


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Tone of the week: Grave Tone
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Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Tone
Thou didst abolish death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open Paradise to the thief; Thou didst transform the myrrh-bearers' lamentation, and didst bid Thine Apostles to preach that Thou art risen, O Christ God, granting great mercy to the world.
Apolytikion of Sun. after Epiphany in the First Tone
At Your Baptism in the Jordan, O Lord, * worship of the Trinity was revealed, * for the Father's voice bore witness to You, * calling You His 'beloved Son,' * and the Spirit in the form of a dove confirmed the truth of these words. * O Christ God, Who appeared and enlightened the world, glory to You!
Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Tone
You appeared to the world today, and Your light, O Lord, has left its mark upon us. With fuller understanding we sing to You: "You came, You were made manifest, the unapproachable light."


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The gap between the U.S. military's self-image and its image in the eyes of an international military audience is examined. When considering U.S. power, do response patterns indicate great difference between how U.S. military officers view themselves and how they are viewed by their international peers? If so, is there anything that the United States can do about it, or does a fundamental and pathological anti-Americanism predetermine outcomes?


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Gary and Linda Smith Fluckey of Price are serving a mission in Alcovia, Wyo. for the LDS Church.
Dressed in pioneer style they will guide visitors on tours to a site that was later called "Martin's Cove." Here they will narrate the story and hardships of the Martin Handcart Company. The pioneers trekked from Iowa City, Iowa to Salt Lake City in 1856.


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Citizens of Tallahassee enjoy a high quality of life. From public safety to reliable utility services and everything in between, the City strives to maintain the highest caliber of service and keep its citizens at the heart of everything it does.
With so much sunshine, it's hard to stay put in Tallahassee! The City offers a wide variety of ways for its citizens to enjoy nature, build social networks and stay active throughout their lives.
The City of Tallahassee is focused on seeing the local economy thrive. Here you will find information on programs geared to small and big businesses alike, information on doing business with the City, employment opportunities within the organization and more.
The day-to-day operations of the City of Tallahassee are as diverse as its citizenry. It is responsible for a variety of infrastructure as well as quality of life amenities. Be it a road project or budget report, the City strives to keep citizens as informed and involved as possible.
The mission of the City of Tallahassee is to provide excellent services and facilities to support a high quality of life for the community.
The City of Tallahassee is the seat of and only incorporated municipality within Leon County. It is the capital of Florida and home to two state universities.
December 27, 2013
The celebratory countdown to 2014 is only a few days away, and those who want to kick off the New Year in style will find what they're looking for in downtown Tallahassee.
The Downtown Tallahassee New Year's Eve 2014 celebration, which is free and geared for all ages, will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 at Kleman Plaza. Festivities will include nationally recognized bands, a spectacular fireworks show sponsored by Your Own Utilities, children's activities and complimentary transportation to and from the event provided by StarMetro.
"The City of Tallahassee is thrilled to co-sponsor this magnificent, family-friendly event again this year," said Mayor John Marks. "We hope that everyone will make plans to join us downtown as we ring in the New Year. This is a great way to support our downtown businesses as we look forward to a healthy, happy and prosperous 2014 for the citizens of Tallahassee."
The large-scale, communitywide event, now in its second year, has been made possible by the Downtown Improvement Authority, the Downtown Business Association, the City of Tallahassee, Your Own Utilities and other sponsors.
Highlights will include performances by Royce Lovett, local winner of the Downtown Music Festival, at 7 p.m., Nashville Recording artist Tobacco Rd Band at 8:30 p.m., and the renowned Little River Band as the headlining act at 10:30 p.m.
Throughout the evening, huge area displays will simulcast the New Year's Eve celebration taking place in New York City's iconic Times Square. Then the night's events will culminate at midnight with a grand fireworks display.
Those seeking a ride to and from all of the festivities can take the StarMetro shuttle bus free of charge. Buses will leave the southwest corner of the Governor's Square Mall parking lot, near Sears, every 15 minutes beginning at 6:30 p.m. The last bus will depart the Kleman Plaza area at 1:30 a.m.
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- Mesh upper with synthetic overlay for structured support
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I love to decorate my kids' rooms. I have found, though, that if you're not careful, you can waste a lot of money and create an impractical room without even realizing it. If you have very young children in your home, then you know how destructive kids can be. That is why it is smart to decorate your children's rooms in a kid-friendly way. You'll replace things less and clean less, and you'll spend less when you realize what you really don't need.
Many people don't think about making windows kid-friendly, but here are some things to think about. Blinds in young children's rooms are generally a bad idea. They are hard to clean, but also they are dangerous. Not only can a child get strangled in the pull cord, but they can also get tangled in the slats. This happened to my daughter. She wasn't hurt badly, but the blind was demolished. If I had thought about it first, I could have saved money and bought something more appropriate.
Cloth curtains are the best for children's rooms because they can be taken down easily and tossed into the washer. They can also be hung on the line to dry. A simple way to make cheap, colorful curtains is to buy two twin sheets use the hem on the top that can slide onto a rod.
If you have a child that won't take naps because the light is too bright in her room, buy a length of colorful felt, cut small circles at the top, and use ribbon to tie it to the curtain rod. I did this in my oldest daughter's room. It worked like a charm and only cost me around $10.
The paint on doors wears faster than any other place in the house. Painting and repainting can add up to big bucks wasted over the years. A way to protect the finish is to put protective metal plates at the bottom of the door and around the knob. These can be found at most hardware stores and are easy to install.
When most people think of children's rooms they think nice, plush carpeting. And why not? It's cozy. If you have children with allergies, though, think twice. Carpets in children's rooms tend to get dirty quickly, collecting dust mites and allergens. Self-sticking linoleum tiles are much cheaper and easier to keep allergens at bay. Also, it makes Kool-Aid spills much easier to clean up and modeling dough doesn't get stuck in tile. There will be no stains, which means no money spent on carpet cleaners or new carpeting.
I've seen those cute, overdone kid's rooms in women's magazines, too. The ones with big fluffy chairs, hand painted wooden tables and flouncy lace vanities. They make a mother like me sigh with nesting instincts, but they are totally impractical and incredibly expensive.
Remember that the more lace, cloth, and delicate things that are in a children's room the harder it is to keep clean. Kids are hard on furniture, so the smart parent buys kid-proof furniture that will last.
Better, affordable picks are play tables, chairs, and toy boxes made out of sturdy, colorful plastic. Rubbermaid makes some great pastel and primary colored bins that make great toy boxes, and with a lid on, they make spiffy play tables. I love that the modeling dough doesn't stick to them and that paints simply wash off.
Large expensive dressers are impractical in a child's rooms. Many parents buy them too big and too bulky. Kids can't possibly learn to dress themselves when they can't even pull open the drawers to get to the clothes in the first place. I've found the best solution is inexpensive plastic three-drawer units that you can be purchased through companies such as Sterilite.com. They are light with small drawers that kids can easily reach into and open. Plus, at the low price, you can buy extras for organizing small toys and art supplies.
As you can see, there are many cost-efficient ways to decorate a child's room so that it works well with a child's naturally rambunctious nature.
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CENTENNIAL - It wasn't a good night to be a visiting goaltender Saturday night at South Suburban Arena.
Mountain Vista's hockey team had 48 shots on goal in a 10-0 Peak Conference rout over Columbine and Heritage had 47 shots in the Eagles' 8-0 Peak shutout over visiting Pueblo County.
The Golden Eagles improved their overall record to 11-3-0 and remained in the Peak Conference title hunt with an 7-2-0 mark.
Ryan Daugherty, a sophomore who attends Highlands Ranch High school, scored three goals in a second period span of 4:04 to spark Mountain Vista's win.
However, Daugherty insists he had help in getting his second period hat trick.
"You have to have your linemates, no matter what," he said. "It's not like one guy is doing it all by himself, get the puck and you are always going to score. You have to have some help."
Daugherty has eight goals and 13 points this season.
"I'm having a pretty good season," said Daugherty. "It's really the guys I play with, they help me out a lot. We do a lot of great cycling, we know where each other is at and we have really good chemistry. We help each other and it gives us good chances. If you get to the right spot on the ice, you have a chance to get a good goal."
Daugherty had four points in the game, the same as Cordt Fenstermaker who was credited with four assists. Bryan Hancock had two goals and an assist for the Golden Eagles while Brantt Heble had a goal and an assist.
Mountain Vista goalie Joe Morgan made five saves in notching his second shutout of the season.
Connor Crory, the state's scoring leader with 43 points, and captain Scott Appleby paced Heritage's win.
Heritage, which lost a 4-3 overtime decision to Fountain Valley Friday night, is 8-1-0 in the league and 12-2-0 overall.
Saturday night's victory moved the Eagles into a first place tie in the Peak Conference with Air Academy. Fountain Valley (7-1-0) is third and Mountain Vista is close behind in fourth place with its 7-2-0 league record.
"It was a huge win," said Heritage coach Jeremy Sims. "That was our biggest goal to bounce back and get back in the win category."
Crory, a junior at Arapahoe High School, had a hat trick with three assists to finish with six points and his highlight reel shorthanded goal in the first period was something you had to see to believe.
ESPN would have loved it if the goal had been filmed.
The Eagles were two-men short at the time when Crory broke loose to get the loose puck. Hornets goalie Brandon Crisp skated out of the net in an attempt to beat Crory to the puck.
Crory won the race but fell to the ice. While on his back he reached to his right with his stick and knocked the puck past Crisp and into the open net.
"There was a lot of hard work, just working hard trying to put the puck in the net," said Crory. "That was pretty lucky, I'm not going to lie. It's good to get some lucky ones once in a while."
"Our offense is playing well right now. The D (defensemen) and goalie are playing strong. We're clicking on all cylinders right now. We really wanted to come out and play strong to get that Fountain Valley loss out of our heads."
Appleby also had a hat trick for Heritage and finished with five points. Jake Wener had a goal and three assists while goalie Jake Larson made nine save in posting his third shutout of the season.


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Japanese Government Ministry Launching Universal Free Wi-Fi Symbol
And Japan Really Needs It
Logicool (Logitech in the rest of the world) Announces G300s Gaming Mouse
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We are so, so lucky. Just look at that image. Never curse your smartphone again!
Mobile internet was born on February 22, 1999 in Tokyo - 16 years ago
SameZone, the company mentioned below, is currently under investigation by AkihabaraNews for being completely full of shit and straight-up KIRFing the BPG Werks Shredder. Updates to come.
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Terrie's Take is a selection of Japan-centric news collected and collated by long-time resident and media business professional Terrie Lloyd. AkihabaraNews is pleased to present Terrie's learned perspective; we all could use another take on the news - here's Terrie's:
Getting Your Read on in the Tub
The Nostalgia is Strong with This One
Yes, feature and flip phones are still widely available in Japan (not huge sellers these days), but we're pretty sure this is first time anyone's bothered to shoehorn Google's Android OS into a device that doesn't even have a touchscreen.
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Fact file: New Chevrolet Camaro convertible
New Camaro convertible adds extra convenience and high-tech features
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Featuring a fast, low-slung silhouette and Chevrolet's new MyLink connected radio, the latest model of the famed American muscle car represents the most significant redesign since the introduction of the fifth-generation Camaro as a concept car in 2006. It incorporates new high-tech features that add extra convenience and give customers even more value for their money.
The Chevrolet Camaro convertible has a configuration similar to the coupe, including the suspension system and an enhanced body structure that ensure coupe-like driving fun and precise handling quality.
The top is made of thick, durable canvas and features acoustical headliner material that provides quiet ride when up and incorporates a glass rear window and rear window defogger. It latches with a single, convenient central handle. A folding one-piece tonneau covers the folded top for a finished appearance. The engines and transmissions used in the convertible are identical to those in the coupe.
The new model of the Camaro boasts improved high-performance aerodynamics that provide more efficient cooling and stability at high speeds. The front fascia has a wider lower grille and a narrower upper grille, while the functional hood vent helps reduce heat and aerodynamic lift. At the rear, a sculptural deck lid, horizontal lamps and a diffuser complete the new design. Both the coupe and the convertible sport a spoiler with integral antenna.
Power is supplied by the proven 6.2L V8 engine which is mated to a six-speed manual or an automatic transmission. The automatic transmission model includes active fuel management and cam phasing (VVT). The manual transmission version churns out 432 hp (318 kW) at 5,900 rpm and a torque of 569 Nm at 4,600 rpm. Zero to 100 acceleration is 5.2 seconds for the manual coupe and 5.4 seconds for the manual convertible.
Standard driving aid systems include Hill Start Assist on manual transmissions and electric power steering. A rearview camera provides assistance during parking maneuvers.
Entering the new Camaro is straightforward and comfortable, thanks to standard remote keyless entry; on the automatic variant, customers can opt for a remote engine start functionality. Leather-appointed power adjustable Recaro sport bucket seats can be selected in the front for the coupe variant.
Further interior highlights include a new color head-up display and the new Chevrolet MyLink connected radio that is located in the center stack. The radio is built around a seven-inch high resolution full-color touch screen and has a clean, icon-based display menu.
The new Chevrolet MyLink connected radio allows users to open phone books, personal playlists, and photo galleries from compatible smartphones. Connectivity is provided through USB, Bluetooth and aux-in. In addition to voice recognition, this system offers text-to-speech capability, which allows users to listen to text messages from their smartphone.
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Skip to comments.NY Democrat pleads with Republican not to share document proposing confiscation of guns
Posted on 01/20/2013 8:41:27 AM PST by listenhillary
The State of New York this week passed some of the strictest gun control laws in the United States, effectively outlawing 'assault weapons' and limiting the size of magazines.
But if Republican Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin is to be believed, the New York State Democrats would have gone further if they could have. Much, much further.
In a video posted to his Facebook page, McLaughlin has shared the information of a 'secret' Democrat proposal not simply to make the purchasing of the crudely monikered 'assault weapons' illegal in New York, but also to engage in a mass confiscation programme, removing Americans' weapons from their possession.
McLaughlin writes:
"Here it is. This is the video where I was asked to keep the Democrat proposals for the NY SAFE Act away from the public. This list was given to me by a colleague and it is not confidential.
This bill was an attack on the 2nd amendment and the Democrats clearly wanted to dismantle the work of the Founding Fathers. None of these amendments were included in the final bill thanks to us fighting back. I will not stand silent while these unpatriotic proposals are pathetically thrown at us a 11 oclock at night":
Video at link
All the inalienable constitutional rights our betters have allowed us to keep for the time being anyway. \s
Hillary promised the slimes at the U.N. that America would be disarmed by February 2013.
Bastards best get busy then.
The full list of proposals can be read below:
1. Confiscation of "assault weapons"
2. Confiscation o ten round clips
3. Statewide database for ALL Guns
4. Continue to allow pistol permit holder's information to be replaced to the public
5. Label semiautomatic shotguns with more than 5 rounds or pistol grips as "assault weapons
6. Limit the number of rounds in a magazine to 5 and confiscation and forfeiture of banned magazines
7. Limit possession to no more than two (2) magazines
8. Limit purchase of guns to one gun per person per month
9. Require re-licensing of all pistol permit owners
10. Require renewal of all pistol permits every five years
11. State issued pistol permits
12. Micro-stamping of all guns in New York State
13. Require licensing of all gun ammo dealers
14. Mandatory locking of guns at home
15. Fee for licensing, registering weapons
Should have fought harder and louder. Now, he must release any documents he as. It is his moral obligation.
The reason for the 2nd Amendment is to provide protection against a government that passes laws such as those outlined above!
Oh that's right, they voted for it.
Yeah, the Repubs could have prevented this atrocity, but now they say "we stopped the Dems from taking all your rights away". They should have stopped what already has occurred!!!!
Dang, 15 loopholes that got away!
[[Where were the Repubs when the socalled Safe Act was passed in the NY Senate?]]
Republicans? I'm assunming you mean repubs in the government? If so, thjere are NO republicans in NY government- Had there been repubs in NY they woudl have immediately begun an investigation for possible impeachemnt for deriliction of duty and abuse of power by thje tyrant
The 'repubs' were sleeping with hte enemy
and these scum then turn aroudn and claim that they are 'outraged'- Really? Outraged? Well by golly that will teach those mean old democrats- be sure ot give htem mean looks too while you're all sitting around doign nothign and pretendign to be 'outraged' because you want to be reelected by the citizens who were duped into beleiving you werre a republican - Kiss the dems, spit in the eye of your constituents, then plead for your jobs by claiming you were 'outraged' when the left TOOK AWAY NY'ERS RIGHTS!
NBC News Special Report is now reporting that NO assault rifle was used in the Newtown school shooting! The AR15 rifle WAS left in the car and not used. So this assault on the people's Constitutionally guaranteed rights to the use of firearms is based on BS (capital B, capital S) put out by the administration.
Stand by folks, because there is more information soon to come forth about this (so called) random school shooting!!!
NBC News Special Report is now reporting that NO assault rifle was used in the Newtown school shooting! The AR15 rifle WAS left in the car and not used. So this assault on the people's Constitutionally guaranteed rights to the use of firearms is based on BS (capital B, capital S) put out by the administration.
Stand by folks, because there is more information soon to come forth about this (so called) random school shooting!!!
The people get the government they deserve. And the idiot NYers, just like the rest of the moron DemoRats in the country deserve what they have voted in.
Deja vu - Germany in the 1930s.
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Yes , that is exactly the list as I have it too
This bill was no happenstance !
It was presented at 11:00PM , and NO ONE had a chance to read the bill !!
This list didn't just suddenly spring up out of nowhere !
It was planned by those who would disarm us , but not necessarily anticipated ..
It is a plan for future challenges which the libturd base intends to implement nationwide
Fortunately , these proposals didn't all pass , .. this year , maybe next year ... (?)
The intent is clear ~ DISARM ALL THE CITIZENS
Make the laws so convoluted that no one who owns a firearm can comply (no one commercially makes a 5 or 7 round magazine)
Make every gun owner a CRIMINAL !!
Reread that last statement again ..
Make EVERY GUN OWNER A CRIMINAL !!
First - It applies to New York ..
Then , .. comming to your state !!
This is their agenda .. prepare !!
The day you think you need to bury your guns is most probably the day you should be using them.
The Administration is lying!
Of course they are lying. That is all they do. And the FOOLS of the Congress let them get away with it. This opportunistic political gun-confiscation effort has nothing to do with the recent incident of a nutcase going wild. They could care less about THAT. Just a convenient "crisis".
It is all about disarming the LAW-ABIDING American citizen, and TRASHING THE CONSTITUTION. Just another step in the radical, anti-American agenda of this administration.
"Congress has no power to disarm the Militia. Their swords, and every other terrible implement of the soldier, are the birth-right of an American. The unlimited power of the sword is not in the hands of either the Federal or State governments, but, where I trust in God it will ever remain, in the hands of the people.
Tenche Coxe, letter to James Madison during adoption of the Bill of Rights in the United States Congress (1789)
A militia when properly formed are in fact the people themselves...and include all men capable of bearing arms. The Constitution ought to secure a genuine militia and guard against a select militia, by providing that the militia shall always be kept well organized, armed, and disciplined, and include...all men capable of bearing arms. The mind that aims at a select militia, must be influenced by a truly anti-republican principle. To preserve liberty, it is essential that the whole body of the people always possess arms and be taught alike, especially when young, how to use them. ... of the liberty of conscience in matters of religious faith, of speech and of the press; of the trial by jury of the vicinage in civil and criminal cases; of the benefit of the writ of habeas corpus; of the right to keep and bear arms.... If these rights are well defined, and secured against encroachment, it is impossible that government should ever degenerate into tyranny.
Richard Henry Lee, Letters From The Federal Farmer (1788)
MA Gov. Patrick is planning the confiscation of all firearms that hold more than 7 rounds.
Which they did.
pabianice~:" MA Gov. Patrick is planning the confiscation of all firearms that hold more than 7 rounds. "
And if he proposes a central amory for all firearms = be prepared for another Lexington and Concord !
I know him personally. I know his family. I told him that not only will I never vote for him again for anything but I will work against him even if it means a lib wins.
"Ethiops told to Surrender ALL FIREARMS
Hundreds of Warriors Return to Capital from Hills
FOOD SHORTAGE Italians, Ethiopians Put On Short Rations; Life Returning Addis Ababa May 1.
Marshal Peitro Badogilo today ordered all Ethiopians to turn in their firearms by night under penalty of being shot."
-'Plattsburgh -Republican', 1936 Friday, May 8
Some interesting tidbits:
1. NY State Constitution does NOT have a 2nd Amendment. There is no state law guaranteeing the freedom to bear arms.
2. Federal law would trump state law, IIRC.
3. Article I, Section 10, Clause 1 of US Constitution says "No state may... pass any Bill of Attainder, ex post facto Law,"
4. A bill of attainder NOT punishable by death is caled a bill of pains and penalties. Same prohibition.
5. Bill of attainder: The loss of all civil rights by a person sentenced for a serious crime. In the context of the Constitution, a Bill of Attainder is meant to mean a bill that has a negative effect on a single person or group (for example, a fine or term of imprisonment).
6. SCOTUS extant law is Calder v. Bull (1798) "states are prohibited from bills of attainder."
7. When do the lawsuits start?
Conditioned its ratification of the new U.S. Constitution on adoption of the following: That the people have a right to keep and bear arms; that a well regulated militia, including the body of the people capable of bearing arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state.
The New York Constitution of 1777 contained no Bill of Rights, but its framers insisted that the federal Constitution include such provisions. In addition, the members of the constitutional convention in New York were obliged to go armed, so as to protect themselves from stray marauding parties .....
No reference in the present Constitution.
There's some discussion on the NY page. There is a lawsuit already started. Demonstrations in Buffalo and Albany yesterday.
Problem seems to me that the other side are organized and they flood the inboxes and phone lines. We did too but they must have done us one better. There was even a tiny pro-gun-control protest in my neighborhood yesterday.
Eighteen Republicans voted against this in the State Senate, I believe all from upstate. Upstate is different, but there aren't enough of them anymore.
I know him personally. I know his family. I told him that not only will I never vote for him again for anything but I will work against him even if it means a lib wins.
Does anyone think the criminals that are armed today are going to disarm?
Anyone think the black panthers are going to disarm?
Anyone think the thugs in your major urban cities - black thugs - the ones that just look at you with a look they want you dead - are going to disarm?
Seriously. They want it open season on whites in particular (Eric the Racist Holder) and anyone who isn't a criminal, in general.
Can you please post a link to this report?
Imagine if the list looked like this:
The full list of proposals can be read below:
1. Confiscation of all bullhorns, microphones, newspapers, books, magazines and ability to post news on the Internet.
2. Limiting all speech to 10 words or less.
3. Statewide database for ALL people seeking a permit to speak freely.
4. Continue to free speech permit holders information to be replaced to the public
5. Label all speech consisting of more than 5 sentences as as assault weapons
6. Limit the number of sentences anyone can say to 5 and confiscation and forfeiture of all banned means of disseminating the news.
7. Limit possession to no more magazines, books, or newspapers.
8. Limit purchase of news to one type per person per month
9. Require re-licensing of all free speech permit owners
10. Require renewal of all free speech permits every five years
11. State issued free speech permits
12. Micro-stamping of all forms of news and printed speech in New York State
13. Require licensing of all printers, copy shops, and web hosting services
14. Mandatory locking of all news related material at home
15. Fee for obtaining a free speech license.
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I thought the R's had a majority in the State Senate.
The R's who voted for it need to be primaried.
No, there's a coalition majority. Republicans and some dissident Democrats.
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By Brendan Conway
Last month's strong investor inflows into mutual funds and ETFs was quite a shift from June. Two months ago, it was more like No investors' behind is left.
Lately, investors seem more worried about missing out on market returns than losing principal in a selloff.
By the count of TrimTabs Investment Research, equity ETFs and mutual funds enjoyed record inflows of $40.3 billion last month. That figure "easily surpassed" the old record in TrimTabs' data, $34.6 billion, set in February 2000.
Keep in mind that not all fund-flow data providers use the same measures or the same fund categories, so you may not see the same "record" tallies this week from Lipper, Investment Company Institute. Read the indispensable Rachel Ensign's article in the Wall Street Journal last year for a clear explanation of the differences.
Over at BlackRock, the tally for exchange-traded funds and related investments around the global, such as SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) and iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF (EEM), was $44.1 billion for July, following a net June outflow of $5.2 billion. It was enough to launch 2013 year-to-date inflows to $143.3 billion, which is once again ahead of 2012′s record pace of $128.3 billion.
Is all this love for stock funds a bearish signal? That's apparently the feeling at TrimTabs. "The strong enthusiasm for equities should give contrarians pause," CEO David Santschi says in this morning's release. "Four of the ten largest inflows into U.S. equity funds occurred at the peak of the technology bubble in early 2000."
BlackRock's number crunchers don't take upon themselves to offer a view. But their data does come with something they're calling an "equity risk flow sentiment measure," things turn out not to look so bubbly. That's a formula based on inflows and outflows into various market niches which are categorized by the volatility of their 60-day returns.
As they put it this week: "For US-listed Equity ETPs — which make up 83% of global flows year-to-date — risk sentiment recently reached a historical low coinciding with the Fed's comments in late May on possible tapering of asset purchases. It remains low despite the recent reacceleration of flows seen in July."


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Keeping with an area Arbor Day tradition, the Highlands Ranch Metro District forestry staff teamed up with a group of local youngsters to plant four bristlecone pines in Northridge Community Park this past week. While the type of tree, location and youngsters change with the year, one thing remains constant.
"Celebrating Arbor Day with education and getting the kids out is definitely what we are going for," said Metro District forestry technician Caleb Palmer. "It's good to get the kids out and digging in holes, and learning about some of the trees that are native to Colorado. Planting the right tree in the right place goes a long way in keeping our urban forest in check and looking good."
The bristlecone pines that were planted April 26 were funded through a $6,000 grant received from the Xcel Energy Foundation/Colorado Tree Coalition. Bristlecone pines can live up to 1,500 years or more and, according to HRMD Natural Resources Manager Bill Dailey, are the oldest trees in the world.
The trees were planted adjacent to a recently relocated trash-bin shelter, improving the sightline for the park's neighbors who no longer have to look at the bin.
For ATA Karate students, the experience was a learning one that tied right in with the natural approach of their dojo, as each belt ties in with the characteristic of a pine.
"Nature has always been at the foundation of martial arts," said karate instructor Nick VanMatre. "The old masters would spend years observing and learning from the world around them, taking inspiration from nature. They would base techniques, stances, and forms from the movements of animals, trees and even storms."
That wasn't all that motivated VanMatre to rally some students together.
"Pretty much all of our students live in the Highlands Ranch area and take advantage of these beautiful parks," he said. "It's good for these kids to get out and have a chance to give back. … Right now kids are so disconnected from nature."
For black-belt sisters Mackenzie Stuhlsatz, 11, and Cassidy Stuhlsatz, 13, it broadened their appreciation for nature.
"I've learned endurance, how to give back to the community and how to have fun while doing it," Cassidy said.
For Mackenzie, it sent her on a trip down memory lane of when she was 4 and her family was planting trees and she was too young to help.
"I was so little back then and couldn't do that much, and now I can and it just feels amazing," she said. "I learned how to really care for a tree."


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Kelly & Katie Caspian Flat
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For a cute boost to your preppy look, try the Caspian flat from Kelly & Katie. This fun little flat looks great with capris and skirts.
- Linen fabric upper with synthetic trim
- Round toe with decorative buckle
- Synthetic sole
- Imported
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By: slykrab
Location: Florida
July 01, 2013
Cutest shoes ever
"I got these in Giraffe. I love them. My feet run slightly wide, and I normally purchase a half size up in flats. I did that with these and they fit perfectly.However, the moment I took my first steps in them, my heels were in serious pain. I quickly put band-aids on my heels (hint: put some rubbing alcohol on your skin first and let it dry, then the band-aid will stick so much better) and went about my long day (including several hours of traveling by car and plane) without any more problems. By the end of the day the band-aids were pretty chewed up, so I will need to find a more permanent heel solution.I did notice that the sole feels slippery on my kitchen tile floor. However, I have not noticed that anywhere else."
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Location: Henrico, VA
June 27, 2013
I'm lovin' the giraffe print!
"I read the other reviews before purchasing the giraffe print flats, and I didn't find that they hurt the backs of my ankles at all. I ordered my usual size, and they fit like a dream. I think I may get the zebra print next! Too cute!"
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Location: delaware
June 01, 2013
"comfy but the heel cuts into the skin a little when walking"
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Location: Overland Park, KS
April 21, 2013
Great Shoe!
"I love this shoe. I have gotten tons of compliments on it already. True to size and pretty comfortable. The only issue is that the heel comes up a bit high and hurts a bit but I think this can be easily fixed by heel protectors."
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|The dots at the top of the mountain to the right are sheep...
Three were killed in a mall in Oregon when a gunman opened fire, the Greek economy is collapsing or has already collapsed, and so much more
...and yet, the world is obsessed about E1.
|No buildings here...nothing...E1
It's so silly really, and yet, each day, I snap a picture thinking maybe one more picture and the world will be convinced. Today as I drove past, I asked Elie to take some pictures. He hates my BlackBerry camera and complained...and yet, he captured what is there...and what is not.
It's just a hill, people.
It's just a bunch of rocks and a road and yes, it's beautiful because it is part of Israel, but there's no big issue here.
No Palestinians live there, so none will be hurt.
|A highway sign warning trucks they can't travel
between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and a road
that leads to a police station.
The road on which I travel is called Route 1. It starts in Tel Aviv and continues to the east, climbing through the mountains into Jerusalem.
It crosses the northern points of Jerusalem and then continues down the mountain towards Maale Adumim.
At the bottom, it makes a curved turn and continues down, down, down - below sea level - down, down, to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea.
|E1 from Route 1...empty land
I look at E1 and I'm obsessed with taking that one picture that will convince the world that 100 dead in Syria is more pressing than this mountain - yes, even if we build on it.
That rocket from Korea deserves more attention than E1.
|By the edge of the road, trees grow...on E1, almost nothing
Did you know that Mali's prime minister was arrested and has resigned?
Did you know Iranian warships have docked in Sudan?
That another bomb has exploded in a Somali neighborhood in Kenya?
What, for heaven's sake, is so important about this silly little mountain across from my home? Why is the world obsessed with what isn't there and, even if it were, would do no harm.
There is NOTHING there. Palestinians today drive on Route 1. They will be able to drive on Route 1 during any construction period and they will continue to drive there after those apartments are built. There is NO harm done. It is a barren hill that connects Jerusalem to the west with Maale Adumim to the east and I hope, deep in my heart, that perhaps some of my children will settle there, so close to my home. I hope they will build affordable houses for young families.
I know that if they build there, the homes will glisten in the sunlight, covered in Jerusalem stone. I know that there will be fine roads there, perhaps even a school. Some shopping nearby and roads to connect it to Jerusalem and Maale Adumim.
I have little doubt that many of the construction workers will be Palestinians, able to earn money for their families. They won't object to building there; they'll be happy for the work.
The only thing standing in the way is an obsession born of ignorance and exaggeration. Please, look at the pictures. There is NOTHING there to protest against. Nothing to be bothered. Nothing to be damaged.


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The Orangeville City Council held its monthly meeting on Sept. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Orangeville City Hall. Mayor Thayne Cox presided and welcomed all present to the meeting. After the Pledge of Allegiance and the prayer, the first agenda item was the water use proclamation. Mayor Cox stated that all changes that need to be made to an ordinance, must be made by a proclamation. This action was taken in the Water Use proclamation to change the number of days from five to three and to raise the cost of usage over 12,000 gallons. The action passed unanimously.
Building permits were the next item on the agenda and the council voted to issue a permit to Terry Lofthouse for some work he is doing on the Luanne Justesen home.
Two candidates for the Emery County Commission were then introduced. Boyd Wilson from Huntington was the first to speak. Wilson addressed the council and introduced himself. He expressed his views for running for commissioner. Wilson stated that his main concern is the economy of Emery County with water conservation as another concern. He also spoke of the need for more unity between the city and the county governments. When asked what he would do about the monument issue, Wilson replied that he would wait until the citizens of Emery County spoke with their votes in November.
Gary Kofford was the next candidate to speak. Kofford spoke of his life in Emery County and that he had worked for Mountain Fuel around the state before moving back home in 1995. His main concerns are the land use problems, taxes, and the mill levy. Kofford also stated that growing the businesses that are here presently is a priority and also to bring in new ones. He also spoke of the need to have commission meeting and Public Land Council meetings held at a time of day that most of the citizens could attend.
Janna Burdick, a resident of Orangeville addressed the council on a matter of safety. Burdick states that there are two big Cottonwood trees on city property, in front of her house, and when the wind blows, limbs break out and fall to the ground. She expressed her concern for the safety of not only her own children, but anyone else who would happen to be in the neighborhood.
The city council then voted to accept the audit by the CPA's Kimball and Roberts. It was stated that there were no problems with the ways the bookkeeping and finances are handled for Orangeville City. Motion passed unanimously.
Dennis Tuttle, the zoning administrator and animal control officer presented his report to the board. Tuttle said that skunks have been a problem this year and several have been caught. He also stated that keeping dogs under control is an ongoing problem. Tuttle then addressed two zoning issues, one is a homeowners gazebo that does not meet the set back requirement in which the property owner will need to move the gazebo, and the next is a fence on a lot that is zoned partially residential, partially commercial. This item will be decided when the decision has been made to zone the whole lot either residential or commercial.
Murleen Bean, the Orangeville City Recorder, was next to give her report. Bean stated that those council members who will be attending the Utah League of Cities and Towns conference will need to have their credentials faxed. Bean also stated that she will be attending a mandatory Community Development Block Grant meeting in Price on Sept. 18 where she will obtain the necessary papers to apply for a grant for the year 2003-2004. The last item Bean discussed was the Christmas decorations for the fire station. It was decided that Pat Jones would check into getting some similar ones from Modern Display.
The Orangeville Treasurer, Cindy Nielsen, was next, and she requested permission to attend the Treasurer's Institute in Provo. It was moved and seconded to allow her to go and the motion passed, unanimously.
Councilman Patrick Jones addressed the donation of Talma Peacock and Clyde Luke of the Rastas Curtis home, which was the first home on Cottonwood Creek. Jones stated that the family has sold the piece of property and that it is urgent to get the Curtis home moved as soon as possible. Carol Ware and Howard Shorthill will be looking into the details of moving the building and where best to put it for the preservation of Orangeville history.
Councilwoman Carol Ware then stated that Van and Georgia Gardner are willing to donate the old post office building to the Orangeville history, and that a suitable location needs to be selected for both items to be placed permanently.
Jones then addressed the city's need for a larger tank to haul water to the trees around the cemetery, the city hall building, and the park. It was mentioned that the Mulberry tree in the park is mostly dead and needs to be removed. Mayor Cox stated he promised the Olsen family to preserve the tree if at all possible. The next item addressed by Jones was the debris behind some houses. Although it is behind one house, it belongs to a neighbor. Carol Ware will speak to the resident and ask him to clear it out. Cemetery funding was the last item Jones addressed. He said that he would like to see a resolution passed to always keep $100,000 in the cemetery perpetual care to insure future funds will be available for the care of the cemetery.
Councilman Howard Shorthill was next with his report. Shorthill stated that hedges, fences and retaining walls are the biggest issue before the Planning and Zoning Commission at this time. He said they have been looking into changing the code to allow citizens to build fences, retaining walls and hedges up to the sidewalk instead of leaving this area open for weed growth. There are a few concerns with this idea and Shorthill and Dennis Tuttle will confer with other cities and report back with their findings. There is one citizen who wants to build his retaining wall now and is waiting for a ruling.
Shorthill stated the necessity to pull a meter at a residence for nonpayment. Also, residents along Draper Lane have requested a sign stating, Slow�Children at Play because the slow speed limit signs are ignored. The council expressed the need for residents to write down license plate numbers of speeders and report them to the Sheriff's Office.
Councilwoman Carol Ware reported that there will be a Youth Council meeting on Sept. 19 with advisor Danette Waite and the youth to elect council member positions. A letter will be going out this week to all the youth in the city with this information.
Next to report was Councilman Randall Stilson, who stated that he has been receiving a lot of complaints about the number of stray cats. Stilson also stated that he has been questioned about the ordinance for the two dog per household limit. He stated that most of the citizens feel the council is doing a real good job of keeping these issues under control. The council agreed that something needs to be done about the cat population.
Jeffrey Tuttle, the last councilman to report, stated during the month of August the city used 114 acre feet of water compared to 122 acre feet for the same period last year. Tuttle reported that the water level in Joe's Valley Reservoir is very low. He also addressed the issue of numerous tree limbs growing out into the street around the city. They are obstructing motorists views and blocking street signs. These need to be trimmed.
The last to report was Mayor Cox, who told of the progress of the Special Service District construction projects. The drainage projects are all done, as are the curb and gutter projects, although the asphalt projects are way behind schedule. Cox said he hopes they will get to Orangeville before the weather gets too cold to lay asphalt. The Orangeville City Council will meet again on Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m.


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Storm Rattlin Chug Bug
Storm Chug Bugs have been a favorite for many topwater fishermen for years and no wonder, with their proven fish-catching ability and versatility. These big popper baits can be twitched and splashed like any other popper. With a faster retrieve, they will walk-the-dog and spit and pop, making bass pay attention even from deep water or thick cover. They cast easily, even with baitcasting gear, because of the weighted tail section that also gives them their unique action. Great paint jobs, deep finishes, and pearl Mylar fire tails round out the package for a real fish-catching topwater bait that won't just sit in the box.
|Chug Bug
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Customer Reviews
Comments: I've used them for smallmouth. Tends to be a big fish bait, rather than a numbers bait, in my experience. I caught my first musky on one of these things while bass fishing, so they'll always have a special place in my heart.
From: Charles: USA 8/5/16
Comments: Totally catches fish a lot I live in Louisiana & my home lakes love the chrome & blue
From: Ethan: Dry Prong, LA 5/19/16
Comments: Been using the Chug Bug for 20 years. While I still have quite a few old ones left and still think they work a little better then the new version they still flat catch fish. This is my go to top water bait in most cases especially for smallies.
From: Bill: WI 7/9/14
Comments: This bait is awesome! it literary out fishes any other top water bait i have ever used! I was fishing with my buddy one day and he was using a rebel Pop R and i was using the smaller chug bug pond fishing and i caught twice as many fish as he did! Sick bait get one.
From: Jordan: Lakeland, FL
Comments: Catches fish: yes. Catches big fish: 18lb+ toad from Perris on it this April by an old dude. Makes the idiot who downplays anything thats not a Rico look like a kook: hell yes!
Comments: This plug is a classic topwater lure for a very good reason: it works! In fresh or salt water, the chug bug will spit, chug, gurgle and walk its way into trouble. Over many years using this plug I have taken largemouth bass, spotted bass, redfish, seatrout, snook, ladyfish, jacks and other species that you wouldn't even think would respond to a topwater plug. Bone and Tennesee shad colors seem to attract everything. I prefer the saltwater version which has stronger hooks. The larger version works too.
From: Forrest, GA
Comments: Awesome bait!! I can get bass to come up 20-30 feet for this bait. Good spitting power and Really good rattling! One of the best topwaters i have ever used. Also great bait in mid fall when conditions are tough! Over all a must have in your topwater arsinal
From: Andrew: MA
Comments: Big smallie killer. Have done awesome with this bait in tournaments when I need a big bite.
From: Cody
Comments: I've been using the chug bug since it was first introduced, it isn't just another popper, it is much different. This bait walks the dog and spits at the same time, it really makes a commotion and if you use a split ring you can really get it to dance. This is not a finesse topwater, it makes a racket...AWESOME!
From: Dan: Minersville, PA
Comments: best top water plug every catches reds trout bass hybrid strippys every thing amazing my buddy caght an 11 poung bass on one i caght 23 inch trout and 26 in red hands down best plug every lovem in my salwater box all i use is it skitter walks and gulp love it worth every penny its da bomb
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41 Shots Not Enough As Rangers Fall 1-0 To Niemi And Sharks
Jim Cerny
At worst, the Rangers played one of the elite teams in the league at even terms Sunday afternoon at Madison Square Garden, and at best, the Rangers were the better team much of the contest. However when all was said and done, goaltender Antti Niemi was the difference as the San Jose Sharks edged the Rangers 1-0.
Niemi was sensational, stopping all 41 shots he faced, earning his fourth shutout of the season for a Sharks team that extended its winning streak to six straight games, and earned its 45th victory, and 96th and 97th points, overall this season. The Sharks have now had four winning streaks of six games so far this season.
The loss was New York's third in its last four games; and it came on a day that Metropolitan Division rivals Philadelphia and Washington both won, and one day after Columbus earned a clutch shootout victory. The Rangers now sit in fourth place in the division, though they do own the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.
"It's frustrating because this loss is so painful in so many ways," said Henrik Lundqvist postgame. "We had so many open nets, so many chances to get back in this game. We go out there and play a really strong game against one of the best teams in the league, but it's hard to be positive about things when you don't win."
Lundqvist was solid between the pipes for the Rangers despite the loss. He made 28 saves, but failed to move past Mike Richter as the franchise all-time wins leader among goaltenders. The two remain tied atop the all-time list with 301 victories apiece.
When asked after the game if there was a moral victory to be had because his team played so well, Rangers head coach Alain Vigneault said flatly, "No. Right now we need points."
All looked good for the Rangers the first half of the first period. They recorded the first seven shots of the game, had a distinct territorial advantage, and forced Niemi into making a string of difficult saves. However they could not find the back of the net, and then things took a turn for the worst, ironically, when awarded a power play at the 10:58 mark of the opening period.
Instead of capitalizing on their momentum, the Rangers--who had a 14-3 shots advantage at the start of the power play--surrendered five shorthanded shots during Scott Hannan's penalty, and worse, allowed a shorthanded goal by Logan Couture at 11:48. From that point on, San Jose played New York at even terms the rest of the period, and probably had the better of the play during the scoreless second period.
Couture took advantage of a Mats Zuccarello turnover near the Rangers blue line and finished with a breakaway goal, beating Lundqvist with a neat backhand--his 19th goal of the season, second shorthanded. It was also the seventh shorthanded goal the Rangers have given up this season; and it was a clear dividing mark in Sunday's contest.
"We lose the game 1-0 and they get a goal there when we have the PP, the puck is bouncing a little bit, my bad maybe, but we still could have won this game," explained Zuccarello. "At the end of the day it's not good enough. We have to put the puck in the net."
It's not that the Rangers did not have their chances to pull even, there just were not as many as had occurred earlier in the game. Niemi made a sparkling save with his left pad, bursting across the crease to deny Derick Brassard's point-blank one-timer off a Marty St. Louis pass with 40 seconds to play in the first period. Brassard looked to the rafters at The Garden after missing the Grade A chance to tie the game, with replays showing that had he lifted the puck he had a a lot of open net on the right side of the cage. It was the second time Niemi had robbed Brassard in the game, already having made a diving save on Brassard's backhand shot off a rebound seven and a half minutes into play.
"He played really well," Lundqvist said of Niemi, who is tied for the league lead in wins with 34. "But it felt like that there were some situations where it was right there for us and we just couldn't grab it."
Controversy took hold of the game late in the second period when an apparent Carl Hagelin goal was not allowed following a lengthy video review. Hagelin made a strong move to the net on a wraparound, Niemi seemingly made the save, and the whistle blew. However the referees called for a video review, and replays did show the puck being brought back out over the goal line by Niemi, but the video review was called inconclusive and the on-ice no-goal call stood.
The fans, and several Rangers players--a few who had to be restrained by associate coach Scott Arniel from screaming at the officials--erupted in anger after the call was announced. When the period ended alternate captain Marc Staal remained on the ice for a long conversation with one of the referees.
"I didn't see much because I wrapped it and kept going towards the corner, but (Benoit) Pouliot was in the crease and saw the puck was in, plus it was pretty obvious on the video review, too, that the puck was in," explained Hagelin. "In all fairness they couldn't see the puck with the camera. If the ref had been closer to the net he would have been able to see right away. We were just unlucky."
In the third period there was no controversy, just sensational play from Niemi, who made stellar saves on Hagelin again, Pouliot, and John Moore as the Rangers picked up their level of play to more resemble the first period. Niemi, who made 20 saves in the first period, finished strong with 14 third-period stops.
After their one-game stop at home, the Rangers are right back out on the road this week, with games in Ottawa on Tuesday, Columbus on Friday, and New Jersey on Saturday.
"Still a lot of games left," stated Brad Richards by his locker postgame. "Frustration is useless right now because it's a clean slate every day, and you just get right back to work (Monday)."


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OREM/HELPER-Joseph C. Elegante, "Giuseppe" to all and "Ribs" to his Carbon County friends, died peacefully in the company of his family on October 6, 2010.
Joe was born to Joe and Bertha Maffei Elegante in Helper, Utah on July 17, 1930.
He graduated from Carbon High School in 1948 and remained close friends with many of his school mates, some from as far back as first grade at the old Central School. Joe and his long time friend Robert Etzel joined the Army together and returned after a year, with many "top secret" stories. Joe was a gifted athlete, great at basketball and later, an avid fan and supporter of the Utah Jazz; but he excelled at baseball! He was called up by the old Brooklyn Dodgers farm club but an injury sent him home. Back in Helper he helped establish the city's first Little League Baseball program and throughout his life, he sponsored many sports programs in the Orem area.
After his year in the Army, he married Gilda (Jill) DeRose on May 26, 1951. They shared 59 years of life, love, and traveling the world together, making great life-long friends along the way. In 1960, Joe and Jill moved the family -- Rick, Diane, Lori, and Brent to Orem, Utah. Joe and his cousin John landed one of 60 exclusive Coors distributorships in the Western States, J&J Distributors. These dedicated distributors set the stage for world-wide expansion of today's Coors companies and Joe contributed over 40 years to this effort, partnering with his sons Rick and Brent after John's retirement.
The four children, Rick (Torie) Elegante, Diane (Scott) Watson, Lori Elegante (Scot Johnson), and Brent Elegante, have given Joe and Jill ten grandchildren; Cody (Karen), Matthew, Josh, Amy, Jessica, Dominic, Jorie, Haylee, Billi, Josee; and seven great-grandchildren: A.J., Brynli, Nick, Dylan, Brooklyn, Taylor, and Ariana.
Joe is preceeded in death by his parents Joe and Bertha; granddaughter, Jessica Lytle; sister-in-law, Virginia Elegante; and by in-laws Dominic and Margaret DeRose.
He is survived by his wife Jill, his four children, his brother Tony, and by many nieces and nephews.
Joe was very, very generous among his family and friends. He loved the Wendover casinos and they loved him, honoring his patronage and generosity with many "comps" and invitations. He was a lifetime member of the Price Elks Lodge.
Remember Joe as a great friend with a heart of gold.
A Viewing will be Friday evening, Oct. 8, 2010 at Berg Mortuary, 500 N. State Street in Orem from 6 to 8 pm. Funeral service will be Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, 11 a.m., at Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main Street, Price, Utah. The family will be at Mitchell's Saturday one hour prior to service. Interment, Mountain View Cemetery in Helper with military honors accorded by the Price and Helper American Legions. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends and family are welcome to share memories of Joe at www.mitchellfuneralhome,net
The family thanks all of the health care professionals who gave Joe their care and concern especially the staff of DaVita Dialysis, Seniors Out & About and Symbii Home Health and Hospice. http://www.mitchellfuneralhome.net