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November 11 2010 12:34PM
The Converse All-Stars are all the rage with the kids nowadays, and I can see why when they have super cool designs like a cast of video game all-stars sewn on them. Mario and Luigi automatically up the cool factor of any sneaker. But can the NHL connect the dots and up the cool factor of their All-Star game?
The biggest story to come out of the general managers meetings this week was that the NHL is looking to revamp the All-Star game. I'm not sure if we should be happy or mad that the only thing they think needs tweaking is the All-Star game, but I digress.
Let's get something clear right off the top. The All-Star game will never be meaningful, it will never be must-see TV, and from my vantage point that is just fine. The game is about schmoozing the corporate sponsors and allowing fans in the host city a chance to meet the stars of the game. The fans and sponsors are the two most important customers for the NHL, so why not try to make the weekend more exciting.
TSN's Darren Dreger reported the league was looking at a complete overhaul in player selection possibly as early as this year.
"If the changes are approved, the East vs. West format would no longer exist. Fan voting would still be utilized to determine the game's starters, while the remaining 36 players will be selected by NHL's hockey operations department.The captains of each team will be voted on by the participating players, and those captains and alternate captains will draft their teams as part of a live event in Raleigh during All Star weekend."
The game will never be intense and those who think that dangling home-ice advantage in the Stanley Cup finals in front of the players will make it better are dreaming. It will never be intense, nor should it. But this new format could add a lot more intrigue.
When you think of rivalries in the NHL we think of Montreal/Boston, Vancouver/Calgary, Ottawa/Montreal or Ovechkin/Crosby. All of the best rivalries are within the same division or conference, so with this new format at least we'll see rivals against one another.
The idea of a draft will be interesting to watch. It sounds like they will hold the draft on Friday night have the skills competition on Saturday and play the game Sunday. The intrigue about the draft won't be who goes first, but rather who gets picked last.
When you played sandlot baseball or soccer or pickup hockey, you always dreaded being the last pick. I always felt for the kid who got picked last. The final kids stood there, looking down at the ground silently talking to themselves hoping they'd hear their name called. It was even worse when one of the kids looked directly at the Captains, their face filled with fear and desperation while their eyes fought back tears and their entire body pleaded not to be the final pick.
Imagine if they show the draft on TV as it comes down to the final few guys, and you can see them getting antsy reliving the horror of those playground days? Now that's reality TV.
The idea of a draft and having Western and Eastern conference players playing together is a good move. It will garner some interest, but don't expect the game to be much better. The best part about the proposed changes is that it will give fan's a chance to wonder how Steven Stamkos would look alongside Pavel Datsyuk.
The biggest draw could be the "fantasy" aspect of the draft. Most fans are in some sort of fantasy league, and I'm sure they'd love to see how the Captains pick their teams, and if it matches to their own. This new formula makes the weekend more interactive for fans across the league, not just in the host city, and if it garners more attention from the fans it will be a success.
If the players had any sense of humour they would choose Daniel and Henrik Sedin as the captains so they wouldn't play together.
The big question is: Do the fans really care and it will it pique their interest?
Only you can answer that, so let me know.
- It sounds like ESPN wants to partner up with the NHL again. The Versus deal is up at the end of season, and the league is looking at possibly a 50% increase from the $72.5 million/season of the current deal. ESPN could easily match $110 million/year, and they would do a much better job promoting the game. Versus has a window to negotiate solely with the NHL, but I don't see Bettman agreeing to a deal until he talks with ESPN.
- Scott Arniel and Guy Boucher haven't shown any rookie coaching jitters so far. Boucher has the Bolts sitting in 4th in the East with 18 points, while Arniel's Jackets are rolling along at 9-5 and two points out of first in the West. People expected the Lightning to be improved, but few thought the Jackets would be this good. Nice to see new coaches having success.
- Is Davis Payne this year's Dave Tippett? Payne replaced Andy Murray midway through last season, so he is more aware of the Blues than Tippett was with the Coyotes, but the Blues early start is eerily similar to the Coyotes. The Coyotes were 9-4 out of the gate last year and then rode a hot Ilya Bryzgalov and a Tippett's system to a 107 point season. The Blues are 9-2-2 through 13 games on the back of Jaroslav Halak and Davis' aggressive, uptempo style. I'm not sure the Blues can reach 107 points, but expect to see them in the playoffs. The loss of T.J Oshie last night will hurt the Blues.
- How long before Brian Burke makes a move to try and improve his offence? He has said on many occasions Ron Wilson isn't the problem, but it is clear the Leafs have no offence after Phil Kessel, and even Kessel can't score right now. Burke can't afford to give up another top-five pick. He has to do something to try and get someone with some offence.
- Andrew Cogliano is a Toronto guy who can't crack the top-six in Edmonton on a regular basis, but is he better than Tyler Bozak or Mikhail Grabovski? I would argue he is. The Oilers need some grit up front, would Burke trade Colby Armstrong for Cogliano and JF Jacques? Would Oiler or Leaf fans make that trade?
- Jarome Iginla has been a slow starter before, but he doesn't look confident, happy or comfortable this season. It is very early and the Flames are only two points out of 8th place, but if both and he the team continue to struggle I wonder if Darryl Sutter would move him. He has two more years after this one at $7 million/year and his trade value will only decrease from now on. Who lasts longer in Calgary, Iginla and Sutter?
- Steven Stamkos has 13 goals in 14 games. We will ever see another player come close to 50 goals in 50 games?
- Nicklas Lidstrom doesn't seem to age. His level of play has barely slipped as he enters his 40s. Should he be considered the 2nd greatest D-man of all-time behind Bobby Orr? He makes a strong case.
13: Steven Stamkos
10: Chris Stewart, Patrick Sharp, Sidney Crosby and Brandon Dubinsky
9: Daniel Sedin, Loui Eriksson and Alex Semin
8: Alex Ovechkin and Derek Roy
7: Ten players tied including the ageless wonder Teemu Selanne and the biggest surprise has to be Brian Boyle from the
Rangers. His career high prior to this season was four.
14: Henrik Sedin
13: Nicklas Lidstrom and Mike Ribeiro
12: Brad Richards, Ryan Getzlaf, Alex Ovechkin, Kris Letang and Crosby
11: Henrik Zetterberg, Lubomir Visnovsky, Mikko Koivu, Duncan Keith, Ryan Whitney, Jean-Micheal Liles, Selanne and
24: Stamkos
22: Crosby
20: Ovechkin
18: Getzlaf, Selanne and Brad Richards
17: Sharp, Stewart and Roy
16: D. Sedin, Eriksson, H.Sedin, Semin and Corey Perry
+13: Brooks Laich and Rostislav Klesla
+12: Eriksson
+10: Mike Cammalleri, Steve Montador, Marc Methot and Stephane Robidas
+9: Tony Lydman and Brad Richards
+8: Eight players tied including three LA Kings, Jarret Stoll, Ryan Smyth and Justin Williams.
John Tavares has the early lead for the green jacket sitting at -13 despite only playing twelve games. Patrick Sharp has ten goals and 17 points, but is an awful -11..
PP Goals:
6: Stamkos
5: Stewart and Crosby
4: Sharp, D.Sedin, Daniel Alfredsson, Brent Burns, Tavares and Selanne.
62: Cal Clutterbuck
56: Ryan Callahan and Tuomo Ruutu
55: Luke Schenn
54: Troy Brouwer
52: Dustin Brown, Matt Cooke and Ovechkin
48: Ryan Getzlaf and Brent Seabrook
74: Sharp
72: Ovechkin
67: Evgeni Malkin
64: Crosby
61: Eric Staal
60: Joe Pavelski
59: Bobby Ryan
58: Brian Gionta and Martin St. Louis
57: Evander Kane and Rick Nash
The three worst, or unluckiest, shooters are P.K Subban (40 shots, no goals), Jack Skille (39 shots, no goals) and Dion Phaneuf (37 shots, no goals).
One of the "this doesn't fit" stat I've seen involves Oiler D-man Tom Gilbert. The Oilers PK is a league worst 69%. There are many reasons why they stink on the PK, but a lot of people have thought it's because they don't block many shots.
Gilbert, who might be the least physical player on the team is tied for 8th in blocked shots with 35. He has at least one game in hand, and in some cases two or three on the seven guys in front of him. No one would mix Gilbert up with former Oiler and Leaf, Jason Smith, who blocked shots without fear for years, or Anton Volchenkov, a great shot blocker, but somehow Gilbert is three blocked shots away from being 3rd in the league.
His style of game doesn't seem to match with shot blocker.
November 11 2010, 12:37PM
I'd like to FIST this article but I know Gregor is gonna delete it if I don't write something good!
But Gregor... Can you ask Renney if his goalie starts for knabi/ doobie have been on schedule with his pre season plan?
I would like that Cogliano for Armstong trade, Cogs just doesn't fit on this roster. $3M for Armstrong is hefty though.
November 11 2010, 12:45PM
Best. Shoes. Ever.
Props to classic NES
November 11 2010, 12:49PM
I'd sure do that Cogs-Jacques for Armstrong. What's not to like?
Like the new ideas to the all-star game. I'm not exactly a fan of the game and will watch it if I don't have anything else to do, but a change up should at least work for a year or two.
Question on Brule. Has it ever been asked to Renney why Brule doesn't get more time at center? I understand that they want to get the most out of Cogs and such and that just because Brule wins draws it doesn't make him a good centermen, but what is there to lose by trying him out at center even when Horcoff returns?
November 11 2010, 12:55PM
Were those shoes used because nes trademarked the expression "it's on like donkey kong"?
November 11 2010, 12:58PM
What's with the players in bold print? Just wondering
Something's missing with this week's ATL. Not sure, but I think it has something to do with "Ice". Just can't quite put my finger on it. What could it be? What could it be...?
Something's missing with this week's ATL. Not sure, but I think it has something to do with "Ice". Just can't quite put my finger on it. What could it be? What could it be...?
Usually when nothing is missing it's easy to put all five fingers on it...
November 11 2010, 01:07PM
Is there seriously a suggestion that Burke is going to trade a guy that he just signed as a UFA to a multi year deal not even a quarter of games into the season?
~I'm sure this will work~
Is there seriously a suggestion that Burke is going to trade a guy that he just signed as a UFA to a multi year deal not even a quarter of games into the season?
~I'm sure this will work~
Unlikely, but he is going to be getting desperate soon.
Dion Phaneuf... 2 goals in 37 games with the Leafs. Or, over an 82 game, 4.4 goals.
The Flames.
*starts crying*
What's with the players in bold print? Just wondering
Since this article also appears on FlamesNation, CanucksArmy & TheLeafsNation, players from those teams are always bolded.
November 11 2010, 01:15PM
I love the soap opera that is Brian Burke. It surprises me that he has stayed clear of the wrath of the Leafs Nation to date, at least for the most part.
I love the soap opera that is Brian Burke. It surprises me that he has stayed clear of the wrath of the Leafs Nation to date, at least for the most part.
I also love soap operas!
November 11 2010, 01:25PM
@Oilers G- Nations Poet Laureate
Players from the Northwest Division, I'd guess.
November 11 2010, 01:27PM
I love the soap opera that is Brian Burke. It surprises me that he has stayed clear of the wrath of the Leafs Nation to date, at least for the most part.
It's only a matter of time before his bs will get old with them.
First he explains that while they lost picks for Kessel they added Bozak so it wasn't as bad. Now where is Bozak? Then Phaneuf comes in does well and is named captain, now where is Phaneuf? You also have Versteeg who was suppose to be top line player there, what's he have 5 points?
But all that stuff cancels out because Mcarthur and Giguere are playing well and Kessel>Seguin.
November 11 2010, 01:28PM
Those two items made me smile, too. But in a good way.
Edit: Whoops! This was directed at RossCreek and Phaeuf and the Flames.
I'm all for trading Iginla. Love the guy, but its obvious that this team, like Jarome, is on the decline. Loyalty has its place, but does it really make sense to stay loyal to a guy while spinning your wheels over the rest of his contract? All that's going to do is further prolong the rebuild. At best, the Flames are going to play pre-lockout oilers hockey, scratching & clawing just to get in or finishing 9th or 10th.
If they hold on to Iginla & Regehr, things are going to go from bad to worse... for a while. It'll be 5 years before they actually bottom out if they don't do something now. Whereas, they could be ready to make an impact within 5 years, assuming they could unload their useful vets for picks, prospects & young players.
Unfortunately, I have a feeling that they will let their guys continue to depreciate until they are shells of their former selves, or until they leave via free agency.
I was hoping maybe they could swindle Slats. I could see him overpaying for Iginla, but with the season guys like Dubinsky & Callahan are having, I'm thinking it's already too late for that.
Bring on Ryan Nugent-Hopkins!
Nice article Gregor. I was wondering, why did you put Vancouver/Calgary as a rivalry? I would argue that the Battle Of Alberta is more of a rivalry. However, as of late it seems that the Nucks have made it a Love Triangle instead.
I also like the new idea for the All-Star game. It would be great to see players team up with each other no bounderies (i.e. East or West conference).
Absolutely love the idea of splitting up the SISTERS.
re: Scott Arniel and Guy Boucher doing well. This seems to be the way to go with coaching. Bring in young new guys and teams seem to do well. I think Renney is ok for now but the Oilers should be looking at a bunch of young guys doing well in the minors to be ready to replace him when the time comes. Most rebuilding teams end up replacing their coach before they fully come out of the funk, just look at Chicago, Pittsburgh, even the Capitals were pretty mediocre until they got Boudreau.
November 11 2010, 02:04PM
I also love soap operas!
Does "Breaker High" count?
November 11 2010, 02:06PM
In Calgary, the Flames v. 'Nucks games are already seen as a bigger rivalry that Edmonton Calgary is. I think it has something to do with the fact that we haven't had a meaningful Edmonton squad in the past several years.
Does "Breaker High" count?
I'm partial to HellCats, love the blonde chick. I'm sure it's a soap opera. In'n it?*
*Shoulder shrug, as secretly doesn't care what anyone else thinks.
November 11 2010, 02:14PM
1st-Penner/Gagner/Hemsky; 2nd-Hall/Horcoff/Eberle; 3rd-Armstrong/Brule/Pararvi; 4th-MacIntyre/Fraser/Jones
In the words of Captain Picard "make it so!" Or maybe the Oilers could make a package deal for Cogs and Gilbert for Komeseric and Armstrong
November 11 2010, 02:25PM
What is Victor Newman up to these days anyway?
Leafs need to flip Kaberle for a Top 6 forward.
Washington, St. Louis, TBay & the Avs are all teams who are fairly thin on D that have a shot at making a run.
@a lg dubl dubl
You don't want Komisarek, the guy is brutal.
November 11 2010, 02:37PM
Hey Gregor noticed you mentioned Cogs to Toronto. Do you see Cogliano in an Oilers jerseys at years end? Also same goes with Penner? Khabibulin?
And yes I no it is early in the situation but I can see the same strides happening with Omark that happened with Schremp. He keeps getting the short end of the stick it seems, although Omark is alot better player than Schremp in my opinion Can you see the same things happening or am I crazy?
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November 11 2010, 03:00PM
Hey Gregor noticed you mentioned Cogs to Toronto. Do you see Cogliano in an Oilers jerseys at years end? Also same goes with Penner? Khabibulin?
And yes I no it is early in the situation but I can see the same strides happening with Omark that happened with Schremp. He keeps getting the short end of the stick it seems, although Omark is alot better player than Schremp in my opinion Can you see the same things happening or am I crazy?
Are you suggesting that Schremp got the short end of the stick?
November 11 2010, 03:48PM
Hey Gregor,
Just wondering if you would think a trade involving Cogliano should fetch us a dman instead of another forward as we have some capable forwards in OKC? IMO I think if we are trading one of our top 9 forwards we should definitely be considering an upgrade on the d side of things instead of another forward. Do you think we'd be able to get a Luke Schenn in some sort of Cogs package deal? Would the Oilers be interested in Schenn?
IIRC, Burke was either not willing to move Schenn or the asking price was ridiculously high.
November 11 2010, 04:21PM
@Senator Theo
Yes I do believe he got the short end of the stick. Being a first round pick and having only 7 games before being given away along with the non stop rash from the organization.
He didnt do all that bad in his first full season with NYI.
Now saying that Im not a fan of Schremp and he wouldnt fit into the Oilers lineup today but I really hope the same thing doesnt happen to Omark. I am more an Omark fan and I believe Omark is better than Schremp.
I just dont want to see the Oil give up on a prospect with ridiculous offensive skill again.
November 11 2010, 04:21PM
Something's missing with this week's ATL. Not sure, but I think it has something to do with "Ice". Just can't quite put my finger on it. What could it be? What could it be...?
i would assume it was out of respect, given what day it is and all..
I just used that one because it has been more heated than the Battle of Alberta lately, and they have met in the playoffs more recently than the Oil/Flames...plus the article is for all NATION sites.
That makes total sense. You know your team is playing very poorly when the Oilers been demoted from 'Provincial Rival' to 'that other team in Alberta.'
November 11 2010, 04:47PM
I'd do the Armstrong trade in a heartbeat.
I'd also like to see a charity component to the all-star game. Maybe a corporate sponsor could offer 10 grand per goal or something like that?
What I'd really like to see is the losing team having to donate a 100 grand to a charity of the winning teams choice but I can't see the NHLPA going for that.
Omark, Cogliano and our first round pick to Burke for Versteeg, Armstrong and Phaneuf ? Calgary for White , Sarich and Iginla ?
November 11 2010, 05:52PM
Edmonton probably doesn't want/need Iginla. They're fine offensively, and if anything at the forward position they need better checking.
November 11 2010, 06:03PM
Omark, Cogliano and our first round pick to Burke for Versteeg, Armstrong and Phaneuf ? Calgary for White , Sarich and Iginla ?
why would we deal our first round pick? that's the whole point of this rebuilding process we're in.
why would we deal our first round pick? that's the whole point of this rebuilding process we're in.
calgary doesnt mind......
November 11 2010, 06:21PM
Calgary would probably just go and trade it for a bag of magic beans...or an overpriced defenseman.
Calgary has this guy named Staios......would be a great fit on your blueline.
November 11 2010, 10:13PM
Calgary has this guy named Staios......would be a great fit on your blueline.
You bite your tounge!
November 11 2010, 10:33PM
Calgary has this guy named Staios......would be a great fit on your blueline.
I felt unnaturally good when I traded Staios back to the Oilers in NHL 11.
why would we deal our first round pick? that's the whole point of this rebuilding process we're in.
I thought eventually part of this rebuild would include an acquisition like a big name like Pronger was in our last successfull rebuild ? Not to mention all the others that were also added that year that were not our draftees . We need a decent core to bring along our wealth of youth we already have in system to be quite honest !
I thought eventually part of this rebuild would include an acquisition like a big name like Pronger was in our last successfull rebuild ? Not to mention all the others that were also added that year that were not our draftees . We need a decent core to bring along our wealth of youth we already have in system to be quite honest !
When we got Pronger and Peca that year - that wasn't a rebuild... Simply put, that was a "Burke-like" splash getting veterans... Fortunately, neither player cost us any youth... You can never have enough youth in the system...
I do like your thoughts on a Leaf trade (your Calgary proposal is way off in leftfield though) - but I think you'd have to give up a bit more... Keep the first round draft pick and deal Penner, Cogs and maybe a 3rd round pick for Versteeg and Armstrong... Although I'd love to see Phaneuf in an Oil jersey, I just can't see Burke giving up anything more...


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When you hear the words "environmental film fest," the first image that pops into your head is probably one of serious-looking people watching serious-looking documentaries. What you might not imagine is a room full of children watching an animated krill talking about ocean pollution. But if you were lucky enough to attend the 19th Annual Environmental Film Festival's "Smart Creatures" presentation, that's exactly what you'd see.
"Smart Creatures" is a selection of six animated films for children, each with a focus on an aspect of the environment. The films (46 min. total) are showing at local public libraries in Washington, DC during the festival, which showcases environmental films all over the Nation's Capital in March. "Smart Creatures" features three films making their Washington, DC debut: The Krill is Gone, The Curious Garden, and Trees. Two other films are being shown, Child & Firefly and Lost & Found, along with Electric Car, an animated music video.
The first film, The Krill is Gone, is a humorous look at ocean pollution, ocean acidification and overfishing through the eyes of the very creatures suffering from these real concerns. The 3 minute film features a phytoplankton with a Robin Leach-like voice, a krill that can't grow back her shell and Al Ba Core, an albacore sharing an inconvenient truth, among other characters. It's a bright, funny film with a very serious message.
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Lost & Found, a 24 minute short film, is the story of the friendship between a boy and a penguin. The penguin shows up at his doorstep one day, and though the boy helps him get back to Antarctica, their friendship eventually brings them back together. It's a cute, sweet film that genuinely stirs the audiences' feelings.
And last, but not least, is the music video Electric Car. The video is based on a song by the same title, performed by They Might Be Giants. The adorable video mirrors the catchy tune. We dare you to listen to it and not sing along.
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If you'd like to catch the last few days of the Environmental Film Fest, there are still plenty of films to see, such as animated film The Goat That Ate Time (showing March 27 at the National Wildlife Center). Or catch one of the more serious documentaries, some of which are playing at the National Academy of Sciences. And be sure to let us know how you enjoyed the festival in the comment section below!
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I applied and was accepted for admission to Teachers College as a soldier stationed in the Panama Canal zone in the mid 1950's. I had no previous teaching experience as I was drafted into the army immediately after graduating. Two weeks after being discharged I was sitting with my assigned TC advisor at registration who took a dim view of my admission credentials based upon the fact that I had no teaching experience whatsoever. In the ensuing two years supported by the GI bill and a monthly subsistence check my life was forever placed on a path toward a successful future in education.
During my tenure as a masters degree student I was given the responsibility of becoming supervisor of TC's Audio Visual Laboratory which included the Macy Hall recording studios. At this juncture in time TC purchased their first television production equipment which was used to provide a variety of studio production experiences for students in a variety of courses. I developed a simple studio production manual which was published by the TC Bureau of Publications. It was a very unscholarly 20 page booklet which sold for $2.00. It was my very first published document. Soon after I was entrusted to teach two one credit lab courses in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching, my first paid teaching experience. It was now the summer of 1958.
Due to the strong recommendation of a TC staff member I applied for and was accepted as the first educational media director of the Bronxville Public School in Westchester County, NY. This K-12, one building school district became my home away from home for the next 37 years. During most of this period I continued to teach media courses at TC, and at the same time successfully completed my doctoral studies. Well, that's my TC story. A story made possible by the opportunities afforded me by a group of outstanding staff members at Teachers College.
I am now 81 years old. There is not a day that goes by that I do not reflect fondly on my "good old days" at Teachers College and the wonderful staff members who truly changed my life forever.
My first final exam was in Dec 2002 and it was cancelled due to snowstorm. So I was happy to have an exam-free break. In Nov 2011, as a junior faculty back my home country, I was honored to host my advisor in TC (Prof. Hank Levin) as a Distinguished Guest Speaker in my current institution. He was as intelligent and humorous as before and my students adored him as much as I did. I love my teachers in TC!


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Snake handler loses leg to rattlesnake bite; Brownwood fundraiser being held
BROWNWOOD, Texas - Jackie Bibby loves his hobby so much that it cost him his leg.
Known as the Texas snake man, Bibby got bit by a rattlesnake on Sept. 12 during a show in front of hundreds of spectators.
It happened when he was handling one snake and didn't notice another rattler on the ground.
It bit him in the calf.
Now, Bibby needs a prosthetic leg that will cost about $50,000.
That's why long time friend and former member of the Brownwood Jaycees Pat McLaughlin has organized a fundraiser for Bibby.
"Jackie has helped bring lots of recognition to our program and help us do a lot in the community. We felt the necessity to jump in and help him," McLaughlin said.
The fundraiser will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday in the Hastings parking lot in Brownwood. Brisket sandwiches, chips, and a drink will be served for $6 for each plate. Snow cones are going to be available by donation
Bibby started his career at a Brownwood rattlesnake roundup 43 years ago.
"I entered a sacking contest. It was a timed event: who could put 10 rattlesnakes in a sack the fastest. The first time I ever got involved I won two trophies, $30, and I got my name in the paper, so I've been hooked ever since," Bibby said.
Being bit by rattlesnakes is not unfamiliar territory for the Rising Star native; he has been bitten 11 times, but he said he won't stop doing what he loves.
"Four out of 10 rattlesnake bites are what's known as a dry bite, you receive a puncture wound, but no envenomation. I've had several of those of course, but they did not require hospitalization," Bibby said.
Despite losing his leg, Bibby said he's never giving up his hobby.
"Like any other rodeo cowboy, you know, you've got to get back on the horse that bucked you off," Bibby said.
So what does scare Jackie Bibby if snakes don't do the trick?
"Women, that's about it! They've got me in more trouble than rattlesnakes ever did," Bibby said.
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Dan Barber, member of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, is an award-winning, New York-based chef and co-owner of Blue Hill restaurant where he features locally and sustainable farm-grown foods. He began farming and cooking for family and friends at Blue Hill Farm in the Berkshires. His efforts to create a consciousness about the effects of everyday food choices have led him to numerous projects including serving on Harvard Medical School's Center for Health and the Global Environment advisory board, and working with such organizations as the Kellogg Foundation, New York City's Greenmarkets, and Slow Food USA. In 2009, he was named one of the world's most influential people in TIME magazine's annual "TIME 100."Full Bio
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Hear the history and then head back above ground to stroll to the Appian Way. One of the world's longest roads, it's also known for being home to the catacombs – nearly 186 miles (300km) of underground tunnels that were used as burial chambers by Rome's early Christians. Skip past any entrance lines and go below ground with your guide to visit the largest one – Domitilla Catacombs (Catacomb di Santa Domitilla) – and marvel at the treasures that lie deep beneath the city. Christianity was once banned in Rome and so the catacombs provided a peaceful sanctuary where they could worship. Marvel at the Christian wall paintings and see an underground 12th-century church, too.
Head back above ground and walk to your tour's final highlight, the Basilica of San Clemente. A one-of-a-kind church, the basilica actually comprises three buildings – from the12th centuries – each built on top of the other. Skip the lines outside and as you explore with your guide, you'll see different slices of Rome's history, noting how the architecture gets grander in each building. Admire magnificent Renaissance and 11th-century frescoes and pose for pictures under an eye-catching mosaic.
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Crypts and Roman Catacombs Small Group Walking Tour
- Entrance fees: Capuchin Crypt, Domitilla Catacombs and Basilica di San Clemente
- Skip-the-line entry to Domitilla Catacombs and Basilica di San Clemente
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- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
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- No photos can be taken inside the venue during the tour
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The catacombs are interesting, and the crypts of the Capucin monks are fascinating in their macabre way, but the highlight of this tour is the multi-level look at San Clemente. It's a basilica from the middle ages built on top of a 1st century basilica on top of a Villa from ancient Rome, and you can explore the different layers, moving down through the centuries. Really fascinating look at Roman and religious history.
Reviewed by: Emogene B, February 2017
Well organized tour with a very knowledgeable guide and wonderful bus driver who got us through the Roman traffic! Interesting stops both inside Rome and outside as well. Beautiful 12th century church with a 4th century church in its lowest levels. The bone display was a little creepy.


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Leaders Intent on the Diamond Complex Wild Horse GatherThis document includes information the BLM will discuss with all gather personnel before gather operations begin. These guidelines are intended to ensure safe and humane handling of all gathered wild horses, and will serve as a reminder that the humane handling of wild horses and burros during gather operations is always a primary concern. The BLM Contracting Officer Technical Representative will address any actions or issues that seem inhumane promptly and within contract specifications.
Extreme temperatures during gather operations The well-being of the wild horses being gathered on the Diamond Complex is being considered relative to the current cold temperatures. Wild horses are accustomed to weather extremes in the environment and generally do well at temperatures that make people uncomfortable. The BLM, in consultation with the on-site veterinarian is monitoring the horses on an ongoing basis. If gathered animals show signs of hypothermia (shivering, depression, reluctance to move, failure to dry off, failure to settle and go to feed and water when offered) the BLM is prepared to adjust its gather operations as necessary to protect the health of the animals. If problems related to temperature extremes are noted gather operations would be delayed or postponed. The animals' recovery from the physical exertion of capture as well as their behavior are considered in the context of a variety of environmental factors. These factors include but are not limited to current weather conditions, terrain, snow depth, access limitations and the urgency of the operation. Unless there is a compelling and urgent need to capture the animals, wild horse and burro gather operations are not generally conducted outside the ambient temperature range of 10 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. When, due to impending starvation or other emergency situations, capture operations need to be conducted outside this temperature range then monitoring of the animals is increased and specific measures may be put in place such as cooling animals with water in the case of high temperatures or drying and warming foals that may become sweaty or chilled in cold conditions. The BLM, at this time, is not seeing extreme temperatures outside the range of those typical for gather operations and has not seen any health problems associated with the cold temperatures among the animals gathered to date during the Diamond gather. Other Pages of InterestCheck out the "About the HMA", "Documents and Maps" and "Photos" pages, in the right navigation box.For more information on the Wild Horse and Burro Program, call 1-866-468-7826 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Twelve of the nineteen yearlings were adopted and have gone to their new homes. The adopters were very excited about their new pets.
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Put a twist on your average flat sandal with the Unisa Lola. A little glitz and glam goes a long way in this summer sandal.
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"Bought these to wear to a quasi casual rehearsal dinner and they were perfect. The very slight heel made them comfy and easy to wear (since it was outside/in grass) but the sparkle from the gold made them feel a little fancy and just right for the occasion. I've worn them a lot since and find it easy to dress them up or down. I'm usually between an 8.5 and 9 and the 8.5 fit well here."
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New name, same great feel: The Asics GT 2000 continues to give overpronators the support and runability they love.
With the GT 2000, Asics has re-launched their uber-popular 2100 series with updated technologies and a fresh design from heel to toe. Put simply, our feet had a very tough time detecting the differences between the new GT 2000 and outgoing GT 2170. That means fans of the series can rest easy, knowing that their go-to shoe isn't receiving a serious overhaul.
That said, we still found some welcome upgrades in the new model. We noted a smoother transition from heel to toe, owing to a new two layer midsole, which provides a lower-density foam layer directly underfoot. A few testers also felt softer forefoot cushioning, though the shoe still boasts a fairly responsive toe-off.
One feature we were curious to test is the new Dynamic DuoMax for pronation control. As advertised, this design (first introduced in the Kayano 18) felt less intrusive than a traditional post, but still offered plenty of pronation support. It definitely contributes to the shoe's smoother transition over its predecessor.
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By RICHARD SHAWSun Advocate publisher
During a meeting on Wednesday afternoon at the College of Eastern Utah, officials, business people, representatives from the Sierra Club and the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance were introduced to a new project for eastern Utah. That project is a power plant that Southern California Edison is proposing for an area south of Woodside and west of Highway 6 in Emery County.
The project would include a power station with the capability of producing 500 megawatts while sequestering liquid CO2 in an underground saline aquifer.
"We are just here to give you information on our possible plans," said Jenifer Hedrick, an engineer and the project manager of the endeavor. "There are many things that need to be done and many hurdles to go over before anything like this can happen."
The initial hurdle is to secure money through an application process with the United States Department of Energy for a feasibility study for such a "clean coal technology" plant. Coincidentally the application deadline for that money is Jan. 15.
"We have people back at the office in California working feverishly to get that application in by tomorrow," said Hedrick.
Such a plant would be the first of its kind to employ all the technologys for a clean coal plant together in one place. According to Hedrick all the technology that would be utilized in the plant is already in use but "no one has placed it all in one plant, in one place."
The company named the goals for the plant as being converting coal to hydrogen to run the plant, to cap the CO2 emissions so they meet California standards now coming on line concerning clean electricity generation and to generate power that could be used across the west.
The plant would use integrated combined cycle turbines (IGCC) to generate the power. These are the kinds of turbines that are currently used in natural gas plants. Whether these turbines would be air cooled or water cooled has not been decided as of yet.
The gasification of coal into hydrogen is also in use in smaller scale in some places and that would be a key to the plants operation. This plant would not utilize the conventional pulverized coal system that is used by most other local power plants, and the process of converting the coal and sequestering the CO2 would make the power that came out of the plant 20-40 percent more expensive than conventional plants.
"But this would be an on-line plant that could supply power at anytime," said Hedrick, obviously referring to the fact that California is looking to supply a lot of their power with wind and solar generation in the future, but would need a back up source when the wind didn't blow or the sun wasn't out.
It is conservatively estimated that the aquifer that the company wants to inject the compressed liquid CO2 into would hold 500 million tons of the material. The plant would generate about four million tons of CO2 every year. It would be sequestered under the ground about 20 miles east of the plant's site.
"We wouldn't be able to fill that aquifer up in 50 years," said Hedrick. "In fact if this project goes on line and works we would expect other plants might be built in the same area to utilize the same technology and that storage space."
Through some initial studies Utah and Wyoming were picked as the best states in which to locate such a plant, even though their altitude would affect the performance of the power generation. But studies are still underway in the Cowboy State, along with areas of Texas and New Mexico as well.
Gasification of coal, as the process is now known, takes a great deal of water and there were questions from the assembled group about where the water would come from to do that.
"We are still very preliminary on this study, but we think we could piece together enough water rights to run the plant or we wouldn't be looking at that site," said Hedrick. "But the process we want to utilize uses less water than many others that are out there."
Hedrick sited the San Rafael site as being wonderful for such a plant because it is geologically stable and that a number of things needed to run the plant are within a reasonable distance from the site. For instance transportation for coal from local sources could be done by truck or by rail, since the Union Pacific's lines run near to where the plant would be located.
Hedrick said that the company estimated that the plant would use one million tons of coal a year and would employ about 100 people just at the plant to operate it once it was built.
"We think construction would take about four years and there would be about 1000 jobs while the construction process went on," she said.
What coal mines might be utilized to provide coal to the plant and how many people might be employed by those operations was not mentioned in the presentation.
The site the plant would be located on is presently Bureau of Land Management property and the sequestering site is on Utah State Institutional Trust Lands.
California Edison has taken a partner in the sequestering study process by attaching itself to the University of Utah.
"We have no detailed engineering yet and there is no permitting done," said Hedrick. "To get this plant on line we have a long way to go. We don't even have the initial study money yet. But we wanted the community to know what we are doing."
According to Hedrick the plant would capture 90 percent of the CO2 and would produce a slag like material that is "non-toxic" and could be used in the construction business.
"There are many by-products that can be produced by a plant like this," stated Hedrick. "A 250 megawatt gasification plant in Polk County, Florida produces sulfuric acid and it is used by a chemical plant that is situated nearby."
The decision to award the money to the company for the study will come this July and if California Edison recieves the funds, they will probably be awarded the money in about a year. Then the study on the plant and permitting will take about three years. If that all goes well and the construction takes the time expected, the plant could be up and running somewhere around 2017 or 2018.
"This is just the beginning," said Hedrick. "There will be plenty of time for studies, community out reach, permitting and public comment before the whole thing is done, if the study proves we should build it here."


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The last time France visited Rome, they returned with their tails between their legs. Complacency will not be an issue on Sunday.
The last time France visited Rome, they returned with their tails between their legs after a shock defeat. Complacency will not be an issue on Sunday.
No, Les Bleus do not need reminding of how tough it is to win in the Italian capital these days. England escaped an upset last year thanks to a charge-down try and the Wallabies needed a late penalty miss from the hosts to sneak away with the spoils.
Yes, times have changed. Scotland are not the only team that fear defeat at the hands of the Azzurri. The survivors of the French side that lost in 2011 – and there are plenty – will do well to remind their team-mates that any drop in intensity in Rome will come at a heavy cost.
That essentially is the crux of the matter. If France pitch up and play to their full potential, they really should win comfortably. The fiasco of two years ago had a lot to do with the atmosphere in the French camp that meant when the going got tough, the French hardmen went missing. All the indicators so far suggest that the prevailing attitude in Philippe Saint-André's squad is far more positive compared to the emotional rollercoaster of the Marc Lièvremont era.
That mindset was best illustrated against Samoa last November. After cruising past Australia and Argentina, France were big favourites against the Islanders yet found themselves under huge pressure from an ultra-motivated and physical Samoan side. Instead of buckling, the French stuck to their guns. Fred Michalak's game management skills and the immense grunt of the French pack come to the fore. Saint-André will hope for more of the same from his side this weekend because you can bet your bottom Euro that Italy will match the ferocity of the Samoan onslaught.
But while French fans will be pleased to see their team operating as a more cohesive unit, certain frustrations remain. Most notably, the continued trend of fielding players out of position. Wesley Fofana will start on the wing while François Trinh-Duc, who hasn't played full-back for over two years and did so only briefly, will provide cover from the bench. The Test rugby environment is not the place to try find your feet in an unfamiliar role. Surprisingly, Trinh-Duc only found out on Wednesday that he'd be covering two positions. In fact, there is a complete absence of a specialist on the bench for any of the back three…
Much like their visitors, Italy are aiming to build on their strong form in November. Jacques Brunel's 14-month stint has seen the Azzurri return to the world's top ten which earned them a place in World Cup Group D alongside France and Ireland.
"We showed in the November Tests, especially against New Zealand and Australia, that we can step up and challenge the big teams in the game," said Brunel.
"The key now is to produce that kind of performance over the 80 minutes, and on a regular basis."
Despite Italy's growing ambitions, all the pressure will be on France. Defeat would spell disaster for their campaign while a solid win could be the first step towards a Six Nations title.
Players to watch:
For Italy: Fly-half Luciano Orquera missed the penalty that would have earned Italy a draw against Australia last year. Goal-kicking has long been Italy's Achilles heal and Orquera will know that he must find the mark consistently throughout the next two months if his team are going to be competitive.
For France: More than ten months since his last appearance in bleu, Thierry Dusautoir is back. Having only played five games since his return from injury in mid-December, the Dark Destroyer has yet to reach his best form and there were suggestion earlier in the week that he may not make the final cut. You'd have to be brave selector to leave the former IRB Player of the Year out of your team, and Dusautoir has promised to repay the faith in blood, sweat and guts. Relieved of the burden of the captaincy, the Toulouse flank can now focus of doing what he does best: make tackle after tackle after tackle after tackle….
Head-to-head: The battle between the contrasting styles of number eights Sergio Parisse and Louis Picamoles is set to be gripping. Parisse's pure athleticism has made him Europe's best player in the position for years but many believe that power-house Picamoles is the new top dog. Its a contest of Ferrari v Bulldozer, where we, the spectators, will be the winners.
Previous results:
2012: France won 30-12, Stade de France, Paris
2011: Italy won 22-21, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2010:France won 46-20, Stade de France, Paris
2009: France won 50-8, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2008: France won 25-13, Stade de France, Paris
2007: France won 39-3, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2006: France won 37-12, Stade de France, Paris
2005: France won 56-13, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2004: France won 25-0, Stade de France, Paris
2003: France won 53-27, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2002: France won 33-12, Stade de France, Paris
2001: France won 30-19, Stadio Flaminio, Rome
2000: France won 42-31, Stade de France, Paris
Prediction: Much as we think that Italy are no longer pushovers on home soil, the quality of this French side cannot be ignored. Much will depend on how the new-look French backline gels, but we reckon they'll have enough firepower to get the job done. France by eight points.
The teams:
Italy: 15 Andrea Masi, 14 Giovambattista Venditti, 13 Tommaso Benvenuti, 12 Alberto Sgarbi, 11 Luke McLean, 10 Luciano Orquera, 9 Tobias Botes, 8 Sergio Parisse (c), 7 Simone Favaro, 6 Alessandro Zanni, 5 Francesco Minto, 4 Quintin Geldenhuys, 3 Martin Castrogiovanni, 2 Leonardo Ghiraldini, 1 Andrea Lo Cicero.
Replacements: 16 Davide Giazzon, 17 Alberto De Marchi , 18 Lorenzo Cittadini, 19 Antonio Pavanello, 20 Paul Derbyshire, 21 Edoardo Gori, 22 Kristopher Burton, 23 Gonzalo Canale.
France:15 Yoann Huget, 14 Wesley Fofana, 13 Florian Fritz, 12 Maxime Mermoz, 11 Benjamin Fall, 10 Frederic Michalak, 9 Maxime Machenaud, 8 Louis Picamoles, 7 Fulgence Ouedraogo, 6 Thierry Dusautoir, 5 Yoann Maestri, 4 Pascal Papé (c), 3 Nicolas Mas, 2 Dimitri Szarzewski, 1 Yannick Forestier
Replacements: 16 Benjamin Kayser, 17 Vincent Debaty, 18 Luc Ducalcon, 19 Romain Taofifenua, 20 Damien Chouly, 21 Morgan Parra, 22 Francois Trinh-Duc, 23 Mathieu Bastareaud
Date: Sunday, February 3:
Venue: Stadio Olimpico
Kick-off: 16.00 local (15.00 GMT)
Weather: 20 percent chance of rain. Max 12°C
Referee: Nigel Owens (Wales)
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Cortexica's Visual Fashion Finder compares shoppers' photos to images from a retailer's catalog.
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Consumers are one step closer to being able to snap a picture of any item, anywhere, and buy it instantly with the launch of a new tool from image recognition technology provider Cortexica Visual Systems Ltd. The Visual Fashion Finder allows shoppers to submit through a retailer's mobile app or web site photos of products taken from their smartphones and search for similar items based on visual attributes such as color, pattern and texture, Cortexica says. And if retailers allow transactions on their mobile apps or sites, shoppers can click through to buy, it says.
The Visual Fashion Finder debuts next week for a select group of retailers, which Cortexica declines to name until then. For now, consumers can search for products in only one retailer's catalog at a time, depending on which app or mobile site they are using to access the tool, Cortexica says. The vendor is considering adding an aggregated search feature that would work across all its retailer clients, a spokesman says.
Cortexica hosts all the product images and details that retailers submit to it in a web-based database. It then creates for each image a small file that notes only the product's key attributes. When new images come in, it compares all those small files quickly to determine which items are exact or similar matches, the spokesman says. The database can connect with any type of mobile web site or app and serve up related product search results, Cortexica says.
Retailers pay a monthly fee to host the images, based on the number of products they submit and the number of searches customers make, the spokesman says. A few hundred images and searches might cost a few hundred dollars per month, while 10,000 images and searches might cost $10,000 or more per month, he says.
The Visual Fashion Finder fits with the trend of mobile commerce collapsing all shopping channels—mobile, web, stores and catalogs—into one, says Julie Fergerson, vice president of emerging technologies at Internet security firm Ethoca. However, she says, "Right now, I'm not sure that consumers would know how to use it or that there's a compelling reason for consumers to use it." The tool may be more useful for retailers after the number of consumers using image recognition technology reaches a tipping point, she says. "Just like all the other new and exciting mobile things popping out, retailers should take a step back and study it first."


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Summary : This well-established expedition cruise offers you the ideal introduction to Antarctica. Departing and finishing in the port of Ushuaia in Argentina, the itinerary visits prime sites along the Antarctic Peninsula and the neighboring South Shetland Islands. This program will emphasize wildlife viewing of penguins, whales and seals, possible visits to scientific bases, and breathtaking scenery with narrow waterways, glaciers, icebergs and rugged mountains. Experience adventure options, such as kayaking, camping and snowshoeing.
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Arrive in Ushuaia, a small town at the "end of the world" surrounded by rugged peaks and glaciers, and transfer independently to your conveniently located hotel. The following day, in the afternoon, the Expedition Team gets you settled aboard your ship as you sail into the Beagle Channel to start your Antarctic expedition.
Prepare for rough water, but do not be disappointed if your crossing is smooth sailing. The Drake is always changing. Time, during these first days, is largely spent chatting with other travelers, listening to the presentations given by your Expedition Team, and exploring the ship's amenities.
When the Antarctic Convergence is left behind, you will truly begin your Antarctic adventure. It is perhaps the first sight of land itself that is embraced as the true beginning of any Antarctic expedition. You can begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Antarctica provides something new and unexpected every time it is visited, meaning your expedition will be unlike any other.
Take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore bays, channels and landing sites each day. With wildlife always at the forefront of our minds, visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and minke whales, and search for a number of the southern seal species including the cunning leopard seal.
The majestic mountains of the Peninsula enchant as you scramble up snowy pathways to vantage points offering 360° views of your surroundings. One of these in particular, in Orne Harbour, gives the opportunity to visit a chinstrap penguin colony high up on a ridge. Choose between going for a mountain hike or spending time sitting quietly on a pebbled beach to enjoy the antics of curious penguins. If you're feeling extra adventurous, participate in the Polar Plunge swim!
Amidst the peaceful silence of Antarctica, noisy interruptions become indelible memories such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles or the boom and crack of a calving glacier in Neko Harbour. You can make a bit of noise yourself too and listen to the echo of voices bounce off a giant glacier.
Every day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team so as to entertain and educate about this wonderful part of the world.
Returning to Ushuaia across the Drake Passage, you know you are one of the people in the world that have set foot on Antarctica. The adventure will be with you forever. You may already be thinking of a return trip – as many have found before, the lure of Antarctica is a strong one.
In between bird watching and whale watching, and enjoying some final lectures by your expedition staff, this is a chance to relax and review your adventures before returning to Ushuaia.
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your independent flights home.
Read this itinerary as a guide only; the exact route and program varies according to ice and weather conditions - and the wildlife you encounter. Flexibility is the key to the success of this expedition.
Mandatory Travel Insurance:
All guests are required to have comprehensive travel insurance coverage. Due to the remoteness of the areas in this itinerary, travelers must have a minimum $50,000 of emergency medical coverage. Proof of coverage is required prior to embarkation. The shipping company will not be held responsible for delays due to force majeure. Any additional costs accrued will be the responsibility of the traveler. ExpeditionTrips strongly recommends at least $200,000 Emergency Medical/Evacuation coverage for Antarctic trips which includes coverage for cancellation, trip disruption, baggage and personal property. ExpeditionTrips can assist you with this.
Sea Kayaking Option:
Not included in cruise rate. See rates page for price. Minimum age 16 years. This is a pre-booked option for kayakers with some experience. Places are strictly limited so please advise at time of booking. Please contact ExpeditionTrips for additional details. Please contact ExpeditionTrips for additional details.
Group transfers in Ushuaia from the airport to local hotel; one night pre-expedition hotel accommodation at a four-star hotel with breakfast, as indicated in the itinerary (The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available), five-star hotel for guests in Deluxe, Premium and Owner's suites; group transfers from a designated location in Ushuaia to the ship on embarkation day; group transfers from the ship to the local airport on disembarkation; shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping; all breakfasts, lunches and dinners on board throughout your voyage, "open bar" offering unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (please inform of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships' galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.); leadership throughout the voyage by your experienced Expedition Leader, including shore landings and other activities; formal and informal presentations by your Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled; Photographic Journal on DVD, documenting the voyage; all Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program; a pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings; an official parka to keep; coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock; hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin; a 10 Mb card for access to the ship's wireless internet connection; comprehensive pre-departure materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader; all miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program; all luggage handling aboard ship; Emergency Evacuation Insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $100,000 per person*.
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Any airfare; passport and visa expenses; government arrival and departure taxes; any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the host hotel before embarkation; baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance; excess baggage charges; laundry and other personal charges; telecommunications charges; voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew; supplements for adventure options; fuel surcharge may apply.
*Emergency Evacuation Insurance:
Emergency evacuation coverage to a maximum benefit per paying passenger of $100,000 is included in the cost of this expedition. Included coverage is applicable only to travel between the first and last day of the expedition purchased. Additional days of travel prior to the expedition and/or after the expedition are not covered by the included emergency evacuation insurance. We strongly advise all passengers to purchase medical, cancellation and baggage insurance, and additional emergency evacuation coverage.
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Harlequins go into their final Heineken Cup pool game against Connacht with it all to play for and a chance to qualify for the last-eight.
Harlequins go into their final Heineken Cup pool game against Connacht with it all to play for and an opportunity to qualify for the quarter-final stages.
There is just one personnel and one positional change to Conor O'Shea's backline that began in last week's win against Gloucester at the Stoop.
Sam Smith comes into the XV on the left wing with Ugo Monye moving to the right. Tom Williams has been allowed to remain at home with his partner who is expecting the birth of their first child.
Joe Marler and Chris Brooker both return to the front-row alongside James Johnston. Tomas Vallejos comes into the number four shirt alongside the returning George Robson. The back-row of Maurie Fa'asavalu, Chris Robshaw and Nick Easter remain the same.
On the bench, Joe Gray, Mark Lambert and Tim Fairbrother cover the front-row. Olly Kohn is on the bench with Luke Wallace covering the back five of the scrum. Richard Bolt and Rory Clegg continue to cover half-back with Tom Casson covering the remainder of the backline.
Meanwhile, Connacht made just one change from the team that took on Toulouse in Stade Ernest Wallon last weekend with Ronan Loughney replacing Dylan Rogers at tighthead.
Loughney was called into the Ireland Wolfhounds squad on Wednesday along with four other Connacht players; Brett Wilkinson, John Muldoon, Gavin Duffy and Mike McCarthy while Tiernan O'Halloran was called in as an additional player to the Senior Ireland squad.
27-year-old Loughney has shown great versatility this season, moving from loosehead to tighthead prop, and the 111kg Galway-man has excelled not just in the set-piece.
With five appearances short of 100 Loughney adds to an already experienced Connacht pack who boast 991 caps between them while captain Gavin Duffy is experienced at 15.
The teams:
Connacht: 15 Gavin Duffy (capt), 14 Fetu'u Vainikolo, 13 Kyle Tonetti, 12 Dave McSharry, 11 Tiernan O'Halloran, 10 Niall O'Connor, 9 Paul O'Donohoe, 8 George Naoupu, 7 Ray Ofisa, 6 John Muldoon, 5 Mike McCarthy, 4 Michael Swift, 3 Ronan Loughney, 2 Adrian Flavin, 1 Brett Wilkinson.
Replacements: 16 Ethienne Reynecke, 17 Denis Buckley, 18 Dylan Rogers, 19 Mick Kearney, 20 Eoin McKeon, 21 Dave Moore, 22 Miah Nikora, 23 Henry Fa'afili.
Harlequins: 15 Mike Brown, 14 Ugo Monye, 13 Matt Hopper, 12 Jordan Turner-Hall, 11 Sam Smith, 10 Nick Evans, 9 Danny Care, 8 Nick Easter, 7 Chris Robshaw, 6 Maurie Fa'asavalu, 5 George Robson, 4 Tomas Vallejos, 3 James Johnston, 2 Chris Brooker, 1 Joe Marler.
Replacements: 16 Joe Gray, 17 Mark Lambert, 18 Tim Fairbrother, 19 Olly Kohn, 20 Luke Wallace, 21 Richard Bolt, 22 Rory Clegg, 23 Tom Casson.
Date: Friday, January 20
Kick-off: 20:00
Venue: The Sportsground
Referee: Nigel Owens (Wales)
Assistant referees: Sean Brickell (Wales), Jonathan Mason (Wales)
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February 27, 2017
Schizoaffective disorder is a mental condition that causes both a loss of contact with reality (psychosis) and mood problems.
The exact cause of schizoaffective disorder is unknown. Changes in genes and chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters) may play a role. Some experts do not believe it is a separate disorder from schizophrenia.
Schizoaffective disorder is thought to be less common than schizophrenia and mood disorders. Women may have the condition more often than men. Schizoaffective disorder tends to be rare in children.
Symptoms of schizoaffective disorder are different in each person. Often, people with schizoaffective disorder seek treatment for problems with mood, daily function, or abnormal thoughts.
Psychosis and mood problems may occur at the same time or by themselves. The disorder may involve cycles of severe symptoms followed by improvement.
The symptoms of schizoaffective disorder can include:
Your health care provider will do a mental health assessment to find out about your behavior and symptoms. You may be referred to a psychiatrist to confirm the diagnosis.
To be diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, you must have psychotic symptoms during a period of normal mood for at least 2 weeks.
The combination of psychotic and mood symptoms in schizoaffective disorder can be seen in other illnesses, such as bipolar disorder. Extreme disturbance in mood is an important part of schizoaffective disorder.
Before diagnosing schizoaffective disorder, the health care provider will rule out medical and drug-related conditions and other mental disorders that cause psychotic or mood symptoms. For example, psychotic or mood disorder symptoms can occur in people who:
Treatment can vary. In general, your health care provider will prescribe medicines to improve your mood and treat psychosis.
Talk therapy can help with creating plans, solving problems, and maintaining relationships. Group therapy can help with social isolation.
Support and work training may be helpful for work skills, relationships, money management, and living situations.
People with schizoaffective disorder have a greater chance of going back to their previous level of function than do people with most other psychotic disorders. However, long-term treatment is often needed, and results can vary from person to person.
Complications are similar to those for schizophrenia and major mood disorders. These include:
Call your health care or mental health provider if you or someone you know is experiencing any of the following:
Freudenreich O, Weiss AP, Goff DC. Psychosis and schizophrenia. In: Stern TA, Rosenbaum JF, Fava M, et al., eds. Massachusetts General Hospital Comprehensive Clinical Psychiatry . 1st ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Mosby; 2008:chap 28.


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The Department of Education of South Africa is the primary organization that collects and disseminates international higher education data. The agency is also responsible for setting national policies regarding inernational higher education.
The Department defines an international student as typically, a non-South African. In cases of dual citizenship, if the first country recorded by a student is not South Africa, then that student is considered an international student. Data is collected three times per year from universities and higher education institutions using HEMIS (Higher Education Management Information Systems) and has been recorded up to 2005, to date. Specific data gathered includes: gender; field of study; academic level; race; ethnicity; type of host institution; and degree/qualification/credential awarded.
Other published (hard-copy) sources of information are available from the Department of Education.
Source: International Education Association of South Africa (IEASA)
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EAST CARBON-On Jan.25, 2010 our hearts were broken when our beloved Zeb lost his battle with his demons.
Zeb was born Feb. 4, 1980 in Price, Utah to Dan and Debbie Jewkes Turner.
He was always loving and caring to all his family and friends and his only critic was himself.
He was cool, smart, untamable and a whole lot of fun. He graduated from East Carbon High School in 1998.
He is survived by his parents, Dan and Debbie Turner, East Carbon; sisters, Amanda Turner, Hurricane; Donna Turner, Spanish Fork; Emily Bailey and niece, Kyle; nephew Cole all of Spanish Fork; grandparents, David and Ora Owen, Hurricane. Zeb is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and thousands of friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rex and Violet Jewkes; grandfather, Phillip Turner; and uncle Ben Turner.
Zeb will always have our love and always did.
Funeral Mass was said to give him to God, Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, 10 a.m., Good Shepherd Catholic Church in East Carbon. Vigil service Thursday evening 7 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home in Price, so that everyone who loved him could honor his life and say goodbye. Family was at Mitchell Funeral Home Thursday evening and Friday at Good Shepherd in East Carbon one hour prior to services.
Committal service Mt. View Cemetery, Helper. Online condolences of Zeb can be shared at mitchellfuneralhome.net


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Posted by Reviewer1645968 on Nov 11, 2012
These really help with digestion; they taste aweful but work.
Don't know the result yet
Posted by Reviewer1512570 on Apr 02, 2011
The smell from the ayuvedic herbs are too strong.
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